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A migrant boat carrying 15 people sank off Tunisia's coast en route to Italy, leaving at least 13 Tunisians missing despite rescue efforts. Two survivors were rescued, one in critical condition. The incident has reignited criticism of the EU-Tunisia migration deal and highlighted the dangers of the Central Mediterranean route.
Jannik Sinner, the world No. 1 and defending champion, has withdrawn from the US Open due to a right knee injury that has sidelined him since Wimbledon. His absence reshapes the men's draw, with Carlos Alcaraz returning from his own injury as the highest-profile contender. Analysts and former coaches weigh in on who might benefit most.
Turkey's justice minister announced Friday that Ankara is asking Interpol to issue red notices for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and another Israeli official, Afek Moskovitch, over the interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla. The move has triggered a sharp exchange between Israeli and Turkish officials, amid broader tensions over Syria.
Germany's gas storage is just above half full, the lowest in years for mid-August, due to the Iran war and Strait of Hormuz closure. The government and industry warn about the November 1 target, while consumer groups advise on fixed-price contracts.
The mayor of Como, Alessandro Rapinese, has banned bicycles in parts of the city centre from September after he was hit by an e-bike. The measure, part of a broader traffic regulation package, has sparked local protests and political criticism.
A new study by the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research projects that wildfires could burn 39% more land in Europe by century's end even under optimistic climate scenarios, with the risk nearly tripling under high emissions. Experts say improved fire management can mitigate but not eliminate the danger, as this summer's fires have already caused extensive damage across the continent.
The Pentagon has fired the editor-in-chief, a reporter and the publisher of the US military newspaper Stars and Stripes, escalating a showdown over editorial independence. The dismissals follow the outlet's coverage of sailor welfare and come amid broader restrictions on press access.
A suspected arson attack on a Tallinn facility used by Estonian defence contractor Milrem Robotics has not disrupted its deliveries of robotic military vehicles to Ukraine, the company's CEO said. Estonian authorities are investigating possible Russian involvement, while the incident is part of a wider pattern of suspected hybrid operations across Europe.
Serie A kicks off its 125th season with Inter, Juventus, and Milan expected to battle for the title. New coaches and high-profile signings headline a season that also sees Como make a historic Champions League debut.
Curtis Jones is on the verge of leaving Liverpool for Inter Milan in a deal reported to be worth £30m, with negotiations ongoing. The midfielder, who has spent 16 years at his boyhood club, is in the final year of his contract and has struggled for regular starts.
Amazon announced plans to expand its Prime Air drone delivery service to nearly 500 US cities by the end of 2026, a sixfold increase from its current footprint, with deliveries in as fast as 30 minutes. The expansion includes new metro areas like Chicago, Atlanta, Cleveland, and Boise, but drones will still handle a small fraction of total deliveries. In England, the sole Darlington site remains capped at 100 deliveries a day under an accident investigation.
Amazon is rolling out its AI-powered assistant Alexa+ to all compatible Fire TV devices in the US for free, removing the need for a Prime membership or a monthly subscription. The update brings conversational search, smart home controls, and personalized recommendations to devices like Fire TV Sticks, Fire TV Cube, and select smart TVs. While the free tier excludes some advanced features, Amazon says users are engaging with the assistant nearly twice as much as with the original Alexa.
France has recorded more than 7,300 excess deaths during a summer marked by a record 52 days of heatwaves, according to health authorities. The deaths, mostly among people aged 75 and over, cannot yet be definitively attributed to heat, with final figures expected in autumn. Separately, drownings in France have surged by 14% compared to last summer, which the sports minister linked to the repeated heatwaves.
A Ukrainian national, identified as Volodymyr Zhuravlev, was arrested in Croatia on a European warrant for his alleged role in the 2022 Nord Stream pipeline explosions. He is the second suspect in the case, following the earlier arrest of Serhii K. The arrest has been welcomed by Germany, while Ukraine has denied involvement.
The remains of two Belgian climbers who went missing in 1992 have been discovered on the Trift Glacier in Switzerland, exposed by melting ice. DNA analysis confirmed their identities, and police highlighted the role of climate change in revealing the bodies. The discovery adds to a series of cases where receding glaciers have uncovered long-lost climbers.
Israel's military has ordered criminal investigations into the 2024 killing of five-year-old Hind Rajab and the 2025 deaths of 15 Palestinian paramedics, while declining to probe three other attacks on aid workers. The announcement marks the first such probes into troop conduct in Gaza, but rights groups and relatives cast doubt on the prospects for accountability.
Israel's housing ministry issued a tender for 1,234 housing units in the contested E1 area east of Jerusalem, drawing condemnation from European countries and Palestinian authorities. The plan, part of a larger 3,400-unit project, would link settlements between East Jerusalem and Maale Adumim, potentially dividing the West Bank. Bids close just before Israel's elections, raising concerns about the move's political timing.
Frances Tiafoe ended Brandon Nakashima's run to reach the Cincinnati Open final, where he will face Arthur Fils. Aryna Sabalenka's form worries continue after a surprise loss to Sara Bejlek, while Coco Gauff advanced to the women's final.
Aston Villa have completed the signing of left-back Matteo Ruggeri from Atlético Madrid for €25m plus add-ons. The Italy international, who joined Atlético only last year, expressed his enthusiasm for the project at Villa Park, while the club also confirmed the arrival of goalkeeper Zion Suzuki from Parma.
Liam Lawson will replace the injured Isack Hadjar at Red Bull for the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort, with Yuki Tsunoda stepping into the Racing Bulls seat. The reshuffle comes as Hadjar nurses a wrist injury sustained while boxing, and as Zandvoort hosts its final race before being dropped from the calendar after 2026.