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Latest news bulletin | November 15th, 2026 – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this November 15th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

EU forces board suspected Russian shadow fleet tanker in Mediterranean, Kallas says

The shadow fleet helps Russia get around Western sanctions on its oil industry by utilising complex ownership structures, flags of convenience and other tactics designed to mask the origin of its cargo.

Watch: SpaceX catches Starship in midair on return to launch tower

SpaceX's Starship spacecraft was successfully caught by giant mechanical arms at its Texas launch tower after a 22-hour journey, marking the first successful midair capture of a Starship returning from space.

Cape Verde heads to the polls in presidential election

Incumbent President José Maria Neves, who won the 2021 presidential election, is favoured to win a second term in office.

SpaceX catches part of its Starship rocket in historic first

Crowds outside the Texas Starbase erupted into cheers as the mechanical arms closed around the spaceship for the first time, a moment SpaceX said "changed everything."

Zelenskyy questions SpaceX over reported Starshield speed restrictions

The restrictions have been directly affecting Ukraine's ability to intercept Russian jet-powered attack drones, Zelenskyy said in an address at the European Political Community summit in Dublin earlier this week.

Judo: double gold for Canada on day 2 at Zagreb Grand Prix

Canada celebrated double gold at the Zagreb Grand Prix as Jessica Klimkait and François Gauthier-Drapeau topped the podium. Georgia's Giorgi Loladze and Brazil's Nauana Silva claimed their first Grand Prix titles, while Croatia's Iva Oberan delighted the home crowd with bronze.

Hope springs eternal in award-winning photos showcasing nature’s resilience

A fragile Turkish delta and a melting Icelandic 'snow tree' are captured in the award-winning images.

Feeling the winter chill? Thermal baths and scenic outdoor saunas worth visiting in Europe

Whether it’s floating saunas in Norway or steaming thermal baths in Budapest, Europe offers travellers some spectacular spots to take on the winter chill.

Latest news bulletin | November 15th, 2026 – Morning

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this November 15th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Moscow says it will not dictate EU delegation's participation in Ukraine talks

Moscow, which had previously insisted that European representatives had no place at the negotiating table, has now softened its stance.

Portugal sees fresh protests over government policies seen as worsening housing crisis

Dozens of Portuguese cities saw protests Saturday against the housing shortage. Demonstrators demand rent caps, stronger tenant protection and more public housing.

France sees fifth consecutive Saturday of nationwide protests

Yellow vests, students, and education unions took to the streets to voice a range of frustrations, from rising cost of living and calls for better funding for education to stronger protection for children and teenagers and a new police law.

Latest news bulletin | November 14th, 2026 – Evening

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this November 14th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Canada and the Philippines conclude talks on free trade deal, Mark Carney says

"This is good news for Canadians in the agriculture sector, in the aerospace sector, even in AI, and our businesses working across forest products, mining, energy, services and beyond," Carney told reporters.