Spain's wildfires: Counting the economic cost
Devastating wildfires are ravaging Spain's tourism, economy and nature. Could the country have done more to prevent the flames?
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The economic toll of Spain's wildfires
Devastating wildfires are ravaging Spain's tourism, economy and nature. Could the country have done more to prevent them?
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Latest news bulletin | August 3rd, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 3rd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Grid failure plunges Cuba into nationwide blackout
Cuba’s ageing power grid collapsed on Sunday after a weekend of outages and amid US-imposed fuel shortages.
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Cuba state energy firm reports new nationwide blackout
Cuba's power grid failed Sunday, causing another nationwide blackout, a state utility said in a social media post.
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Cuba plunges into darkness as state energy firm reports new nationwide blackout
Cuba's electricity grid collapsed late on Sunday, the state-owned grid operator said, plunging the island into darkness. The country has faced a series of total collapses of its electricity grid since the US imposed an energy embargo that halted regular deliveries of fuel for power stations.
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New Zealand legislation making English an official language ridiculed as ‘pathetic’
Passing of bill gives English same status as Māori and sign language but, with it already spoken by 95% of country, critics call it ‘a pointless exercise’Legislation recognising English as an official language of New Zealand has been passed by parliament, prompting derision from linguists and legal experts and a…
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As France’s Elders Swelter in the Heat, Postal Workers Come to the Rescue
To help prevent heat-related deaths, the French government has asked postal workers to check in on older people.
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‘Do You Think if I Had a Job I Would Have Gone?’
Moroccan migrants described their despair at their economic future, explaining what propelled them across the border with Spain.
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Outside the Moscow restaurant where bomb killed three
The BBC's Russia editor reports from Kudrinskaya Square, where the blast took place.
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'My only son was shot standing up for justice' - inside city gripped by deadly protests in Pakistan-administered Kashmir
The BBC gains unique access to Rawalakot, scene of violent clashes between security forces and protesters in Pakistan-administered Kashmir.
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Fires in Spokane, Washington, burn 600 structures, force 60,000 evacuations
A total of 1,000sq km (386sq miles) has burned across Washington state, and some of the fires have not been contained.
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Trump pauses ‘massive attack’ on Iran, says new talks to begin
US President Trump says new talks with Iran will start Monday ‘in the form of a negotiation’ after calling off attack.
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Fast moving wildfires raze neighborhoods in US northwest city of Spokane
Fast-moving wildfires destroyed hundreds of structures around Spokane, Washington, prompting thousands of residents to evacuate, officials said on Sunday. Three separate fires erupted in and around the city as strong winds and exceptionally dry conditions fueled rapid fire spread. The National Weather Service had…
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Brazil’s Lula launches reelection bid amid foreign interference concerns
Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has officially launched his reelection campaign.
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Lula da Silva formally launches bid for Brazil's presidency
Brazil's Workers' Party meets to confirm Lula da Silva's October bid. At 80, the leftist veteran faces right-wing liberal Flávio Bolsonaro in another polarised Lula vs Bolsonaro race.
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US and Japan take action to prop up yen in rare joint move
Both countries have said that they will not hesitate to conduct joint interventions in the future.
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5.0 magnitude earthquake strikes Egypt
The quake occurred at 3 a.m. local time about 22 miles north of the Egyptian city of Suez, the US Geological Survey said.
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Massive Attack speak about ‘surreal experience’ of being banned from Singapore over Palestinian flag
British band say they are ‘proud to have made this impromptu expression with our fans in Singapore’, where open display of all foreign flags is bannedMassive Attack have called being banned from Singapore a “surreal experience” after displaying a Palestinian flag during their show.On Wednesday, the English trip-hop…
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The battle for the Maasai Mara: Can Kenya’s most iconic ecosystem be saved?
Court cases over new lodges have raised questions about protecting one of Africa’s greatest wildlife spectacles.
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Malaysian boy on trial for allegedly murdering girl in school
The high-profile case has shocked Malaysia and sparked debate about the effect of social media on children.
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Japan and US confirm rare joint intervention to prop up yen
US President Donald Trump says helping to bolster the Japanese currency is a sign of friendship.
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Massive Attack respond after Singapore ban over Palestine display
The UK band says they are "surprised and disappointed" by their treatment over shouting "free Palestine" at a concert there.
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Sudanese army drone strike kills 35 at Darfur court, rights group says
The Sudanese army struck a traditional court in a Rapid Support Forces-held village in North Darfur with drones on Sunday, killing 35 people, a rights group said. Emergency Lawyers said the attack hit Garra al-Zawaya as civilians gathered for local court hearings, wounding several others during the afternoon strike.
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