July 2026
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9 Jul 2026 · 06:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageThe Local discusses outlook for French summer 2026
A recent podcast episode from The Local explores the challenges expected in France during the summer months and the potential political climate upon the return in September.
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9 Jul 2026 · 06:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageVolkswagen management to discuss restructuring and potential plant closures
German carmaker Volkswagen is set to hold management meetings on Thursday to address significant restructuring plans, as unions prepare to protest against potential job losses and...
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9 Jul 2026 · 05:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageMarine Le Pen proceeds with presidential bid following embezzlement conviction
Far-right leader Marine Le Pen is continuing her presidential campaign despite a recent embezzlement conviction, a strategy that poses new questions for her support among undecided...
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9 Jul 2026 · 05:00 CET · Europe — Energy: live coverageGerman news roundup for Thursday July 9
The Local reports on rising political criticism, industrial uncertainty at Volkswagen, and record-breaking temperatures across Western Europe.
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9 Jul 2026 · 05:00 CET · Europe — Culture: live coverageDevotees gather in Rio de Janeiro to mark Zé Pelintra Day
Worshippers assembled in the Lapa district of Rio de Janeiro to observe Zé Pelintra Day through a series of traditional religious celebrations.
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9 Jul 2026 · 05:00 CET · Europe — Mobility: live coverageMongolian wrestlers prepare for annual Naadam festival
Wrestlers are undertaking intensive training at the Basu camp ahead of Mongolia's iconic Naadam festival, utilising a variety of fitness and sporting drills to ensure peak performa...
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9 Jul 2026 · 04:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageEuropean Parliament business for 9 July 2026
The European Parliament outlines its scheduled agenda and proceedings for Thursday, 9 July 2026, according to the latest official release from the institution.
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8 Jul 2026 · 17:30 CET · Europe — Security: live coverageTrump avoids new Air Force One following NATO summit in Turkey
Donald Trump opted not to use the new Air Force One aircraft for his return journey from a NATO summit held in Turkey.
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8 Jul 2026 · 15:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageVenezuela requests frozen assets release for earthquake recovery
The Venezuelan government has requested access to frozen assets to assist with earthquake recovery efforts, as the United Nations launches an emergency appeal for relief funding.
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8 Jul 2026 · 14:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageThousands participate in peace march commemorating Srebrenica victims
More than 6,500 people have joined a peace march in Bosnia to honour the victims of the Srebrenica genocide.
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8 Jul 2026 · 13:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageUber Eats and Deliveroo to introduce heat-related breaks for French cyclists
Delivery platforms Uber Eats and Deliveroo have announced that they will implement mandatory afternoon breaks for cyclists in regions of France issued with severe heat warnings.
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8 Jul 2026 · 12:30 CET · Europe — Technology: live coverageEuropean Union to revise crypto regulations in 2027
The European Union plans to amend its Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation to expand oversight of non-EU issuers following shifts in United States digital asset policy.
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8 Jul 2026 · 12:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageTrump signals further air strikes on Iran following military escalation
Donald Trump has declared the ceasefire with Iran at an end following overnight US military strikes and retaliatory Iranian attacks on American bases in the Gulf.
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8 Jul 2026 · 12:30 CET · Europe — Health: live coverageCommissioner Lahbib addresses Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda
Commissioner Lahbib addressed the European Parliament regarding the escalating Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, highlighting significant regional...
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8 Jul 2026 · 12:00 CET · Europe — Health: live coverageCommissioner Várhelyi addresses European conference on Animal Health Law
Commissioner Olivér Várhelyi welcomed a diverse group of partners to a European Commission conference held in Brussels to discuss the implementation of the Animal Health Law.
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8 Jul 2026 · 11:00 CET · Europe — Climate: live coverageWildfires continue across France as holiday season begins
France reports over 14,500 hectares burned since June, with heatwave and wildfire warnings remaining in effect as the holiday season gets underway.
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8 Jul 2026 · 11:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageEU refuses to suspend new EES border controls
The European Union has rejected calls to pause the implementation of new border checks, despite warnings from the aviation industry regarding potential travel disruption this summe...
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8 Jul 2026 · 11:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageEU rejects calls to suspend new EES border controls
The European Union has confirmed that strict new border checks will proceed despite industry concerns regarding potential disruption at airports during the busy summer season.
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8 Jul 2026 · 11:00 CET · Europe — Economy: live coveragePremier League pre-tax losses rise over 600 percent
English top-flight football clubs have reported a significant surge in combined pre-tax losses, despite record-breaking revenue figures recorded during the 2024/25 season.
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8 Jul 2026 · 10:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageMarine Le Pen begins presidential campaign following conviction
Marine Le Pen has launched her presidential campaign just one day after announcing her candidacy, despite having recently received a conviction for embezzlement.
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8 Jul 2026 · 10:30 CET · Europe — Mobility: live coverageDeutsche Bahn invests 50 million euros to improve passenger information
The German rail operator is launching a new initiative featuring artificial intelligence and updated station displays to address ongoing passenger frustration regarding communicati...
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8 Jul 2026 · 10:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageGulf nations urge restraint as tensions between United States and Iran escalate
Gulf states have called on Washington and Tehran to continue negotiations as the regional standoff intensifies and concerns grow regarding the status of the Strait of Hormuz.
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8 Jul 2026 · 10:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageCommissioner Šuica addresses The Economist's 30th Annual Government Roundtable
European Commission Commissioner Dubravka Šuica delivered a video message to attendees at The Economist’s 30th Annual Government Roundtable in Athens regarding global political shi...
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8 Jul 2026 · 10:00 CET · Europe — Society: live coverageEuropean Commission refers Greece to court over public teacher employment
The European Commission has referred Greece to the Court of Justice of the European Union regarding non-compliance with EU fixed-term work legislation.
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8 Jul 2026 · 10:00 CET · Europe — Economy: live coverageEuropean Parliament approves modernised partnership and trade deal with Mexico
MEPs have voted to support two new agreements aimed at deepening political cooperation and expanding trade opportunities between the European Union and Mexico.
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8 Jul 2026 · 10:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageMEPs commend Moldova for reform progress despite foreign interference
The European Parliament’s Committee on Foreign Affairs has praised Moldova’s commitment to reforms as the nation continues its path toward European Union membership despite persist...
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8 Jul 2026 · 09:30 CET · Europe — Climate: live coverageUnderstanding the French idiom parler de la pluie et du beau temps
The Local examines a common French expression that suggests more than a simple conversation about meteorological conditions.
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8 Jul 2026 · 09:30 CET · Europe — Health: live coverageEuropean Commission seeks feedback on Sanofi anti-competition commitments
The European Commission is inviting public comments on proposed commitments from Sanofi regarding concerns over the company's marketing practices for its influenza vaccine.
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8 Jul 2026 · 09:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageEuropean Commission refers Spain to Court of Justice over professional qualifications
The European Commission is taking legal action against Spain for failing to align national rules with the EU Directive on the recognition of professional qualifications.
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8 Jul 2026 · 09:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageMEPs urge Serbia to align actions with EU accession goals
Members of the European Parliament have expressed concerns that Serbia’s stated commitment to EU membership is not currently supported by its domestic policies and actions.
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8 Jul 2026 · 09:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageMEPs discuss progress of Ukraine's integration into the European Union
Members of the European Parliament have expressed support for Ukraine's ongoing reform efforts while calling for strategic discussions regarding the country's potential integration...
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8 Jul 2026 · 09:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageCommission refers four EU nations to court over cybersecurity directive
The European Commission has referred Ireland, Spain, France and the Netherlands to the Court of Justice for failing to implement mandatory cybersecurity legislation.
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8 Jul 2026 · 09:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageCommissioner Lahbib addresses European Parliament on climate-related disasters
Commissioner Hadja Lahbib addressed the European Parliament in Strasbourg regarding the urgent EU response to the increasing frequency of extreme heatwaves and wildfires across the...
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8 Jul 2026 · 08:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageThe Local seeks input on German summer holiday childcare arrangements
As summer holidays commence across parts of Germany, The Local is asking working parents to share how they manage childcare during the extended break.
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8 Jul 2026 · 08:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageEuropean Commission refers Hungary to Court of Justice over price restrictions
The European Commission has initiated legal action against Hungary at the Court of Justice of the European Union regarding specific retail price margin regulations.
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8 Jul 2026 · 08:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageFuel price outlook for summer motorists in France
The Local reports on current fuel price trends and offers guidance for drivers planning to travel through France during the summer months.
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8 Jul 2026 · 08:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageEuropean Commission announces July infringement package against Member States
The European Commission has published its regular series of infringement decisions, initiating legal action against Member States for failing to comply with their obligations under...
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8 Jul 2026 · 08:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageEuropean Commission announces July infringement procedures
The European Commission has officially adopted its latest round of infringement procedures intended to ensure EU legislation is applied correctly for the benefit of citizens and bu...
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8 Jul 2026 · 07:30 CET · Europe — Climate: live coverageFrench drought described as exceptional by national forecasters
France is facing a severe drought this July that experts suggest could rival the intensity of the historic summer of 1976.
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8 Jul 2026 · 07:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageGerman heat pump subsidy changes announced
Government financial support for heat pump installations in Germany is set to decrease in coming years, although specific households may see an increase in assistance.
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8 Jul 2026 · 07:00 CET · Europe — Economy: live coverageSpain proposes annual 850 billion euro common EU borrowing mechanism
Spanish Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo is set to present a proposal for a new common debt mechanism at a meeting of euro-area finance ministers in Brussels.
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8 Jul 2026 · 07:00 CET · Europe — Security: live coverageErdogan hosts world leaders for ceremonial dinner ahead of NATO summit
Euronews reports that international leaders have arrived in Ankara for a state dinner hosted by President Erdogan before high-level NATO summit discussions commence in Turkey.
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8 Jul 2026 · 06:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageMarine Le Pen's legal challenges may bolster presidential election prospects
According to The Local, Marine Le Pen's recent conviction for the misappropriation of EU funds may paradoxically strengthen her bid for the French presidency next year.
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8 Jul 2026 · 05:00 CET · Europe — Security: live coverageGermany reports record defence spending and startup growth
The Local reports that Germany has reached record levels in defence spending and startup creation, even as the country faces a rise in traffic fatalities.
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8 Jul 2026 · 05:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageFuneral procession for Ali Khamenei held in Najaf
Thousands of mourners gathered in the Iraqi holy city of Najaf to pay their respects as the coffin of the late leader Ali Khamenei passed through the streets.
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8 Jul 2026 · 05:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageEuropean Parliament agenda for 8 July 2026
The European Parliament has released its schedule of legislative and administrative activities for Wednesday, 8 July 2026.
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8 Jul 2026 · 02:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageUzbekistan targets increased export value through food and metal processing
Uzbekistan is implementing a new export strategy focused on increasing the value of domestic goods by prioritising food processing and the development of steel and technological me...
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7 Jul 2026 · 21:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageNairobi man shares home with rescued birds
Rodgers Magutha, known as Nairobi's 'Birdman', has opened his home to injured wildlife as part of his ongoing commitment to bird conservation efforts.
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7 Jul 2026 · 20:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageArgentina reach World Cup quarter-finals after comeback win against Egypt
Defending champions Argentina secured a place in the World Cup quarter-finals following a dramatic 3-2 victory over Egypt after trailing by two goals.
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7 Jul 2026 · 16:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageTibetan activists detained during protest at Chinese Embassy in New Delhi
Police in New Delhi detained members of the Tibetan Youth Congress during a demonstration outside the Chinese Embassy on 7 July 2026.