Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 18th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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UAE says Iran targeted its territory with two missiles after first alert in months
Tuesday’s alert was the first in months after a false alarm in June and a July alert for an attack that ultimately did not enter UAE territory. Before that, the last missile warning came in early May.
Is This the Fiercest Way to Arrive on a Vintage Motorbike?
When a Motorcycle Ride Turns Into a Fashion Photoshoot Some people ride a motorcycle simply to get from one place to another. This lady, however, seems to have decided that arriving in style is just as important as reaching the destination. Wearing a sleek black vinyl romper and sporting jet-black hair, she looks perfectly suited…
‘Irish convicts were the original boat people’
As Minister for Defense Industry and Minister for Pacific Island Affairs, Pat Conroy is at the center of debates over AUKUS, China’s designs on the Pacific, and Australia’s efforts to mend relations with its neighbors. POLITICO sat down for a wide-ranging interview with Conroy this month, just weeks after the Albanese government struck its second landmark treaty in the region. It…
Rhine River remains low amid ongoing drought in Germany
Drought conditions have pushed water levels on Germany’s Rhine to exceptionally low levels. The situation is putting pressure on inland navigation along one of western Europe’s key transport routes. It comes amid a record-breaking wave of extreme weather across the region.
US Supreme Court again rejects Trump’s request to overturn sex assault judgement
It’s the second time Trump has asked the Supreme Court to overturn damages awarded to E. Jean Carroll.
Kushner’s Gaza peace plan talks end without breakthrough
A senior Israeli official told news agency AFP that the US and Israel had “agreed that no redeployment or reconstruction would take place in the Gaza Strip before Hamas is disarmed throughout Gaza.”
Russia upholds Yabloko party’s election ban and jails its deputy chair
The Supreme Court upheld Yabloko’s removal from the September ballot hours after a Pskov court sentenced deputy chair Lev Shlosberg to more than 11 years in a penal colony for calling for a ceasefire in Russia’s ongoing all-out war in Ukraine.
Tokyo festival turns streets into a giant water fight
Crowds drench mikoshi bearers with buckets, hoses and water pistols during Tokyo’s triennial Fukagawa Hachiman Matsuri on 16 August 2026.
Jessica’s Funny Morning Chat by the Window
Jessica’s Relaxed Morning on the Bed Jessica’s morning starts in the most relaxed way possible. Sitting comfortably on her white bed, surrounded by soft pillows and bright natural light, she looks completely at home. Large glass windows beside the bed let in plenty of sunshine, while the green trees outside create a peaceful backdrop that…