September 2026
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10 Sep 2026 · 09:30 CET · Europe — Energy: live coverageMassive Sinkhole Opens Outside Nicolas Cage's Malibu Mansion
Aerial footage reveals a large sinkhole where actor Nicolas Cage's driveway once stood in Malibu following coastal erosion from Hurricane Marie.
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10 Sep 2026 · 09:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageRussian Airports Face Record Closures Amid Ukrainian Drone Campaign
Ukraine's drone campaign forces a record number of airport closures across Russia, prompting warnings that safety in the skies is over.
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10 Sep 2026 · 09:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coveragePresident von der Leyen Delivers Remarks at International Space Summit
European Commission President von der Leyen spoke at the International Space Summit in Paris, according to a transcript published by the European Commission.
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10 Sep 2026 · 09:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageOne in Three International Students Builds Long-Term Career in Germany
New research published by The Local reveals that a significant proportion of international graduates choose to remain in Germany until retirement.
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10 Sep 2026 · 09:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageGermany Conducts Nationwide Disaster Alert Test
Air sirens and cell phone alerts activated across Germany on Thursday morning as part of the country's nationwide disaster alert test.
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10 Sep 2026 · 09:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageCommissioner Lahbib Addresses the Romanian Parliament
European Commission representative speaks in Bucharest about initiatives aimed at making the lives of Europeans safer and fairer.
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10 Sep 2026 · 08:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageFrench Word of the Day: Auto-stop
Discover the meaning behind the French phrase auto-stop as featured in The Local's regular language series.
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10 Sep 2026 · 08:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageBritish Tourist Arrested in Turkey Over Flag Spitting Incident
A 58-year-old British tourist has been arrested in the Turkish resort town of Alanya after allegedly spitting on a national flag.
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10 Sep 2026 · 07:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageToday in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Thursday
Germany prepares for nationwide 'warning day', Chancellor calls for action after worst ever PISA scores, the BSW is open to discussing cooperation with AfD in Saxony-Anhalt and mor
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10 Sep 2026 · 07:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageNorway bids farewell to King Harald V as crowds gather in Oslo
Thousands of people gathered in Oslo as Norway held a funeral for King Harald V, with international leaders and European royals attending.
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10 Sep 2026 · 06:00 CET · Europe — Culture: live coverageTalking France podcast examines tipping debate and far‑right split
The Local’s latest Talking France episode discusses the Eiffel Tower controversy, verlan, new tipping customs and divisions within the far‑right party.
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10 Sep 2026 · 06:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageTrump promises $5,000 to every US adult if Republicans win midterms election
President Donald Trump on Wednesday promised $5,000 to every American adult if Republicans retain control of Congress in November, coupling the extraordinary claim with a plea for
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10 Sep 2026 · 05:30 CET · Europe — Culture: live coverageEuronews releases morning news bulletin for 10 September 2026
The European broadcaster's morning bulletin summarises key stories across news, business, politics, culture and travel for 10 September 2026
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10 Sep 2026 · 04:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageFormula 1 sends Madrid holiday rents soaring: up to €20,000 near circuit
The Spanish Grand Prix is driving luxury short-term rents in Madrid up by as much as 1,000%, and in Valdebebas some flats are being listed at up to 20,000 euros for the race.
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9 Sep 2026 · 17:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageEU Commission Proposes Preference for European Firms in Public Procurement
New legislation would give EU firms priority in strategic services, effectively excluding Chinese companies from a €2 billion annual market
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9 Sep 2026 · 17:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageECB Governor Lagarde outlines choice facing Europeans
In a speech published on 9 September 2026, Christine Lagarde highlighted a key decision confronting Europe, according to the European Central Bank
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9 Sep 2026 · 16:30 CET · Europe — Culture: live coverageEuronews releases evening bulletin for 9 September 2026
The latest Euronews bulletin offers a roundup of European and global news across business, politics, culture, travel and entertainment
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9 Sep 2026 · 15:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageIs German Chancellor Merz taking a harder line against the far-right after AfD win?
"Remigration is nothing other than a synonym for ethnic cleansing," said Merz on Wednesday, voicing uncharacteristically strong opposition to the far-right following a ground-shaki
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9 Sep 2026 · 15:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageFrance's Far-Right Party Expels Policeman Over Racist Remarks
France's main far-right party has expelled a police officer member following public outrage over body camera footage containing racist comments.
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9 Sep 2026 · 15:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageGerman word of the day: Gretchenfrage
Some questions are designed to get straight to the point, even if that makes people uncomfortable. This classic German term is as useful in political debates as it is on social med
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9 Sep 2026 · 15:00 CET · Europe — Society: live coverageEU introduces new framework to curb short-term rentals and boost housing
The European Union has established a new regulatory framework aimed at supporting long-term rentals in tourist-heavy cities, drawing criticism from short-term rental platforms.
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9 Sep 2026 · 14:30 CET · Europe — Energy: live coverageEgypt, Greece and Cyprus back plans to bring Cypriot gas to Europe
Cyprus’ Cronos gas is expected to reach European markets via Egypt from 2028, with Greece offering an onward route into southeastern and central Europe. The three countries renewed
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9 Sep 2026 · 14:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageEuropean Commission Grants Spain €114.7 Million for Ceuta
The European Commission has approved €114.7 million in emergency assistance for Spain to manage migration challenges in Ceuta following July border crossings.
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9 Sep 2026 · 14:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageChina Reaffirms One-China Principle Amid UN Resolution Dispute
Beijing has reiterated its stance on Taiwan following a renewed dispute regarding the interpretation of a key United Nations resolution.
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9 Sep 2026 · 14:00 CET · Europe — Society: live coverageEuropean Commission Adopts Affordable Housing Act
Executive Vice-President Ribera and Commissioner Jørgensen have introduced the Affordable Housing Act, establishing a new European framework.
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9 Sep 2026 · 13:30 CET · Europe — Society: live coverageFrench Schools Post Worst-Ever Results in Latest PISA Rankings
France records its lowest-ever scores in international education assessments, mirroring declines seen across multiple European nations.
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9 Sep 2026 · 13:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageFrench Champagne makers forced to increase alcohol content due to heat
Industry officials report that record heatwaves in France are compelling some Champagne producers to raise alcohol levels in future vintages.
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9 Sep 2026 · 13:01 CET · Europe — Culture: live coverageMorning News Bulletin for September 9, 2026
Euronews provides a morning news bulletin covering the latest stories from around Europe and beyond on September 9, 2026.
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9 Sep 2026 · 13:01 CET · Europe — Society: live coverageEuropean Commission Releases Factsheet on Affordable Housing Act
The European Commission has published a factsheet detailing information regarding the Affordable Housing Act.
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9 Sep 2026 · 12:30 CET · Europe — Health: live coverageThailand investigates death of British influencer following cosmetic surgery
Authorities in Thailand are investigating the death of a British influencer who died after undergoing a penis enlargement operation.
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9 Sep 2026 · 12:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageArchaeologists uncover 38 skeletons and precious objects at Peru citadel
Researchers working at the ancient Chan Chan site in northern Peru have discovered a tomb containing 38 human remains alongside valuable artefacts.
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9 Sep 2026 · 12:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageEuropean Commission Details Role of R&D Procurement in Innovation Act
The European Commission has published questions and answers regarding the European Innovation Act, highlighting the importance of pre-commercial research and development procuremen...
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9 Sep 2026 · 12:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageEuropean Commission Officials Discuss Public Procurement and Innovation Acts
European Commission Vice-President Séjourné and Commissioner Zaharieva delivered press remarks regarding the Public Procurement Act and the European Innovation Act in Brussels.
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9 Sep 2026 · 12:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageRepublicans place Trump centre stage in unprecedented US midterms convention
According to Euronews, Donald Trump is taking centre stage at the Republican midterms convention, delivering Wednesday's keynote and returning for Thursday's finale.
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9 Sep 2026 · 12:00 CET · Europe — Security: live coverageInvestigation Finds Evidence of Possible Chemical Weapons Use in Sudan
Former Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons officials report evidence suggesting the Sudanese government may have deployed chemicals during the ongoing civil war.
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9 Sep 2026 · 12:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageEuropean Commission Proposes New Innovation Act to Boost Global Competitiveness
The European Commission has proposed a new European Innovation Act aimed at helping innovative European ideas grow, receive financing, and scale up.
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9 Sep 2026 · 12:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageEuropean Commission Proposes Simpler and More Strategic Public Procurement Rules
The European Commission has adopted a proposal for a new Regulation to modernise and simplify the EU's public procurement framework.
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9 Sep 2026 · 11:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageFrench Foreign Legion Soldier Escapes Colombian Guerrillas in Dramatic River Leap
A French Foreign Legion soldier successfully escaped from a Colombian guerrilla group after overpowering a captor and leaping into a river with bound hands.
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9 Sep 2026 · 11:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageRift Widens Between Marine Le Pen and Jordan Bardella in French Far Right
Increasing tensions are emerging within the Rassemblement National party, despite the far-right group maintaining its lead in polls for next year's French election.
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9 Sep 2026 · 11:30 CET · Europe — Economy: live coverageBerlin struggles to build bike lanes despite available funding
According to The Local, Berlin spent only a fraction of its cycling budget last year and completed less than six percent of a planned bike network.
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9 Sep 2026 · 11:30 CET · Europe — Economy: live coverageQuestions and answers on the EU Public Procurement Act
The European Commission has published details regarding the proposed EU Public Procurement Act, addressing the substantial spending of public authorities.
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9 Sep 2026 · 11:30 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageEuropean Commission Releases Factsheet on the European Innovation Act
The European Commission has published an official factsheet providing details on the European Innovation Act.
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9 Sep 2026 · 11:00 CET · Europe — Society: live coverageFrench Back-to-School Vocabulary Guide Published
Navigating the French education system in September requires learning new terms, prompting a vocabulary guide from The Local.
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9 Sep 2026 · 11:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageFrench Word of the Day: Vade-mecum
The Local examines the term vade-mecum, a technical expression of Latin origin commonly used by French speakers.
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9 Sep 2026 · 11:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageGerman News Roundup: Sabotage Arrest and Patriot Missiles for Ukraine
A man has been arrested over a suspected sabotage campaign, while Germany dispatches urgently needed Patriot missiles to Ukraine, according to The Local.
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9 Sep 2026 · 11:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageAfD proposals in Saxony-Anhalt face constitutional and jurisdictional limits
Lawyer and political scientist Joschka Selinger discusses the feasibility of the Alternative for Germany party's headline proposals at the state level.
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9 Sep 2026 · 11:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageUS Destroys Five Iranian Tankers Following Attacks on Navy Warship
United States Central Command says crews were warned to abandon ship before strikes, as Tehran launches missile attacks on targets in Jordan.
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9 Sep 2026 · 11:00 CET · Europe — Culture: live coverageFlower-Crowned Cows Bring Alpine Tradition to Gstaad Festival
Decorated cows descend from Alpine pastures into Gstaad for Switzerland's Züglete festival, drawing international crowds, music, and visitors from around the world.
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9 Sep 2026 · 11:00 CET · Europe — Society: live coverageEU Proposes Affordable Housing Act to Address Crisis
The European Commission has proposed new legislation aimed at helping local authorities and member states tackle housing affordability and availability.
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9 Sep 2026 · 11:00 CET · Europe — Politics: live coverageEuropean Commission approves new Romanian geographical indication
The European Commission has approved the registration of Brânză frământată de Teaca from Romania as a geographical indication.