Burnham to be ‘relentless’ on small boat crossings after Ceuta crisis Prime minister says UK needs to ‘bring back that control’ and safe routes for refugees are necessary to tackle trafficking The Guardian - UK · Aug 2
World Cup Hero Vozinha Gives Whiplash in Summer Transfer Saga The 40-year-old Cabo Verde goalkeeper rose to fame after heroic performances against Spain and Argentina in the World Cup. Sports Illustrated · Aug 2
Written UK constitution 'must spell out route to leave Union', Andy Burnham told ANY written constitution for the UK would have to spell out the route for a constituent nation to leave the Union, Prime Minister Andy Burnham has… The National (Scotland) · Aug 2
Greece crash latest: British national survives after two helicopters collide leaving two dead It comes as wildfires continue to burn across France, Spain and Greece The Independent UK · Aug 2
Quote of the day by Antonio Banderas: "I used to be scared of women. When I was very young they..." — Inspiring life lessons on emotional growth, relationships, self-awareness, respect, personal transformation, and why understanding others is a lifelong journey by the Spanish actor known for The Mask of Zorro and Pain and Glory Quote of the Day by Antonio Banderas: Antonio Banderas’s quote, "I used to be scared of women. When I was very young they terrified me, but discovering the female universe was incredible and still is to this day, as you never stop learning about them," serves as an honest reflection… The Economic Times · Aug 2
Bordeaux vineyards escaped the immediate wildfires, but repeated heatwaves and nearly two months without sufficient rain are shrinking grapes and accelerating the 2026 harvest European vineyards face an early harvest due to prolonged heat and drought conditions. Wildfires across southwestern France and Greece have forced thousands to evacuate their homes. Emergency services continue to battle numerous blazes, particularly in Greece and on Crete. Spain sees some relief as national emergency declarations are lifted in… The Times of India · Aug 2
Spain's Ceuta navigates aftermath of border surge as most migrants return home Ceuta was returning to normal over the weekend after an unprecedented migrant surge that saw up to 60,000 people enter the tiny Spanish exclave from Morocco in just two days. But with at least 72 migrants dead and most arrivals having already returned to Morocco, residents were still grappling with… France 24 · Aug 2
Spanish teen behind massacre threats and leader of 764 network arrested Joint Spanish police forces have arrested in Gipuzkoa, near the northern border with France, a 17-year-old seen as Spain's main figure of network 764, accused of coercing and exploiting minors. Euronews · Aug 2
Hunger, hostility: Ceuta migrants return home after Europe dream turns into nightmare Many migrants are returning to Morocco after crossing into Ceuta this week. Hunger and shattered expectations drove their decision to abandon their journey. Social media videos fueled the initial surge across the border. Businesses in Ceuta are slowly reopening after days of disruption. Thousands of migrants remain in the enclave… The Economic Times · Aug 2
Spanish government received intelligence warnings of Ceuta migrant surge according to a report Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has described the mass crossing of migrants as a "violation of Spain's territorial integrity". Internal sources of the spanish media 'The Objective' confirms that intel reports existed before the crisis. The Spanish government denied it. Euronews · Aug 2
Europe's wildfires update: two helicopters collide while battling fire in Greece After weeks of fighting wildfires, France has managed to stop the spread of the blazes. Spain's situation is improving but flames are still spreading while Greece struggles with multiple fires and high winds in different parts of the country. Euronews · Aug 2
At least 72 died in Spain's Ceuta migrant rush CEUTA (SPAIN) - At least 72 people died during last week's mass influx of migrants into Spain's Ceuta enclave, when tens of thousands of people mostly swam around the border post from Morocco, local officials said on Sunday. Bangkok Post · Aug 2
Delicious dumplings: The evolution of delicacies enjoyed all along the Silk Road to Spain Jiaozi, Shuijiao, Bao, Wonton, Mantou, Manty, Manta, Chuchvara, Pelmeni, Düşbərə, Gurza, Khinkali. So many names, so many dumplings. Euronews · Aug 2
The week in pictures: European wildfires, a woolly mammoth and a migrant influx at Spain's Ceuta Fires burned across much of Europe, an earthquake in Japan killed dozens, record-low water levels in Bulgaria exposed the remains of a woolly mammoth, and tens of thousands sought to cross into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta before eventually returning home: FRANCE 24 looks back at some of the week's… France 24 · Aug 2
The Times of India · Aug 2 Ceuta migrant crisis explained: Why 60,000 people risked everything to reach Spain from Morocco Ceuta came into focus after around 60,000 migrants crossed the border from Morocco into the Spanish enclave on North Africa's Mediterranean coast, across the Strait of Gibraltar, triggering a major humanitarian crisis in which 67 people were killed during the rush and ensuing tensions.
The Times of India · Aug 2 'Selfish, polarising, unlawful': Spain slams EU states over Ceuta migrant crisis Spain's prime minister Pedro Sánchez on Saturday criticised the response of some European Union member states to this week's mass influx of illegal migrants into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, calling their approach "selfish, polarising and unlawful."
Euronews · Aug 2 Italy brings in border checks for arrivals from Spain: what changes Italy has reintroduced checks on travellers arriving from Spain after the Ceuta crisis. ID checks are carried out at Italian ports and airports for non-EU citizens; here is how.
Euronews · Aug 2 Historic sporting events in Europe worth travelling for From Siena’s legendary horse race to human pyramids in Spain, these storied competitions should be on your must-see list.
The Independent UK · Aug 2 Drought threatens the Netherlands’ iconic dikes and grounds houseboats The flood barriers have been weakened by a lack of rain
The Guardian - UK · Aug 2 ‘Climate change kills’: Pedro Sánchez speaks plain truth to Spain’s deniers PM has long history of speaking out on realities of global heating but political opponents remain unnmoved
France 24 · Aug 1 Spain installs floating barrier in Ceuta after migration influx Spanish authorities said Saturday they were installing a floating barrier on the sea border between its North African territory of Ceuta and neighbouring Morocco after a deadly surge of tens of thousands of migrants into the territory earlier in the week prompted alarm across the European Union.
Evening Standard · Aug 1 European resorts 'hitting max capacity earlier' amid tourism boom One holiday firm claimed a ‘meaningful share’ of the uplift is due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East
The Independent UK · Aug 1 Donald Trump’s intervention in the Ceuta crisis is a distraction from the serious issue of migration THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: The US president’s use of images from the Spanish exclave of Ceuta was aimed at domestic voters who know little about Europe
Salon · Aug 1 Europe reels after Ceuta migrant surge Spain rushed to reinforce its border as European leaders debated new controls after thousands crossed into Ceuta
The Independent UK · Aug 1 Spain condemns ‘selfish’ response of EU leaders to Ceuta migrant crisis as death toll rises Spain’s prime minister Pedro Sanchez lashed out at the EU ahead of emergency meeting, just as Donald Trump waded into the row by branding the border breach a ‘catastrophe’