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12 Sep 2026 · 09:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageGermany faces further state elections following political earthquake in Saxony-Anhalt
The Local reports on the political aftermath in Saxony-Anhalt as Germany prepares for two additional state elections.
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12 Sep 2026 · 09:00 CET · Europe — Culture: live coverageLe Pen family divisions and tipping culture examined in France
The Local examines recent talking points in France, covering Rassemblement National party divides, Jordan Bardella's UK trip, and tipping culture.
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12 Sep 2026 · 08:30 CET · Europe — Mobility: live coverageFrench police suspect train derailment in northwest was sabotage
Investigators believe a train derailment in northwest France that left 44 people injured, including one gravely, was caused by sabotage.
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12 Sep 2026 · 08:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageFrench Word of the Day Explores Le Dauphin
The Local examines the French term le dauphin, highlighting its historical significance and modern-day usage in France.
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12 Sep 2026 · 07:30 CET · Europe — Mobility: live coverageTrain Derailment in Northwest France Leaves 44 Injured
According to The Local, a train carrying 186 passengers has derailed in northwest France on Friday, leaving 44 people injured, including one seriously.
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12 Sep 2026 · 05:30 CET · Europe — Culture: live coverageLatest news bulletin | September 12th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this September 12th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Tr
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11 Sep 2026 · 22:30 CET · Europe — Mobility: live coverageHouthis seize key Yemeni island in Bab el-Mandeb, taking control of the strait
Houthi fighters reached Perim Island which divides the Bab el-Mandeb into two shipping lanes after government forces withdrew, completing the group's takeover of the strait. Togeth
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11 Sep 2026 · 21:00 CET · Europe — Economy: live coverageFrench blockade looms over Commission’s plan to fast-track trade deals in English
Eager to unlock new markets for EU businesses, the European Commission plans to accelerate trade deal ratification by circulating only English versions for approval by EU governmen
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11 Sep 2026 · 17:30 CET · Europe — Economy: live coverageECB publishes Philip R. Lane's outlook for euro area economy
The European Central Bank released a briefing by Philip R. Lane on the euro area economic outlook, dated 11 September 2026.
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11 Sep 2026 · 17:00 CET · Europe — Security: live coverageRussia sends sanctioned ships to Mediterranean as NATO tracks 'Syrian Express' convoy
Four Russian ships, including sanctioned cargo and tanker vessels escorted by a destroyer, entered the Mediterranean via Gibraltar on 27 August, ending the first interruption of Ru
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11 Sep 2026 · 16:30 CET · Europe — Culture: live coverageLatest news bulletin | September 11th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this September 11th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Tr
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11 Sep 2026 · 16:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageCommissioner Lahbib marks first visit to Moldova amid EU talks
In Chișinău, Commissioner Lahbib said his inaugural visit coincides with a pivotal moment as Moldova advances toward EU membership, according to the European Commission.
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11 Sep 2026 · 15:30 CET · Europe — Culture: live coverageFrance reveals its film shortlist for Oscars
With a historical epic, an animation and a previous winner, France has selected its shortlist of films to compete for the Best International Film in next year's Oscars - but who ac
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11 Sep 2026 · 15:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageGerman word of the day: Geheimratsecken
Search for this German word online and you'll probably find yourself taken to articles featuring celebrities like Jude Law and David Beckham. But why?
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11 Sep 2026 · 14:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageFrench father receives six‑month jail term for threatening teacher
A French court sentenced a father to six months in prison after he threatened to behead a teacher at his son's school.
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11 Sep 2026 · 14:00 CET · Europe — Culture: live coverageFrench comedy show 'Call my agent' makes film comeback
French showbiz comedy series Dix Pour Cent (Call My Agent) is back as a feature-length film with cameos from Hollywood stars George Clooney and Eva Longoria, with critics saying th
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11 Sep 2026 · 14:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageParis casting call seeks stylish middle-aged men for Emily in Paris
Producers of the Netflix series Emily in Paris are searching for stylish male extras aged between 40 and 60 for central Paris scenes.
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11 Sep 2026 · 14:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageGermany considers new rules to phase out cash-only business signs
Under new government plans reported by The Local, businesses across Germany could soon be required to offer card or mobile payment options.
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11 Sep 2026 · 14:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageTourists swim with Greece's famous black pigs on Atokos island
Greece's tiny Atokos island is drawing visitors who swim alongside its Mediterranean black pigs, feed them fruit, and share the encounters online.
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11 Sep 2026 · 13:00 CET · Europe — Economy: live coverageEuropean Commission Pushes for All-English Trade Deals Despite French Opposition
France opposes the anglophone-only presentation of European trade agreements, a stance that could complicate the ratification of the upcoming EU-India deal.