Wildfire now nine miles from French city of Bordeaux, mayor warns
Posted on Monday July 27, 2026

Thomas Cazenave says they are preparing if further evacuations are issued, as the mayor of a nearby town called the situation "catastrophic".

Devastating European wildfires in maps - and how they're being tackled
Posted on Monday July 27, 2026

A blaze near Bordeaux has torn through more than 162 sq miles (420 sq km) in less than four days, while the Madrid region is seeing its worst fires ever.

Reform UK reports Zack Polanski to police over guillotine T-shirt post
Posted on Monday July 27, 2026

The post included a photo of a man wearing a top featuring the name "Nigel" alongside an image of a guillotine.

New technical education routes to be offered at 14 in England
Posted on Tuesday July 28, 2026

The government wants pupils to take subjects like AI and manufacturing which are linked to local jobs.

Trump says Iran war talks taking place during lull in strikes
Posted on Monday July 27, 2026

The US president says "there is a good chance that something could happen", as Iran denies direct talks are taking place.