A coastal Andalusian city with 2,800 years of history, capital of Málaga province
Gatwick Airport reports half-year pre-tax profits of £136.5 million, down 18% on the prior year as passenger numbers dip amid Middle East conflict and fuel concerns. Long-haul travel falls while short-haul remains pressured; expansion plans for a second runway move forward after a Court of Appeal ruling.
UK air travel stayed resilient in the second quarter, with total passenger numbers surpassing last year’s record. Data from the Civil Aviation Authority shows 81 million travellers and 120,000 more movements, while destinations in Europe and Asia saw mixed gains and cuts amid regional tensions.
Extensive wildfires are burning across France, Spain and Italy as heatwaves drive arid conditions. Evacuations continue, hundreds of firefighters operate across multiple fronts, and authorities warn that heat and dry vegetation will keep fire risk high in coming days.
A Ryanair-operated Boeing 737-800 has suffered a window blowout and cabin decompression during a Thessaloniki–Memmingen flight. The plane has returned safely to Thessaloniki, with one passenger receiving medical care. The NTSB has taken charge of the probe, with Greece participating, while Ryanair defends its safety record.
Since late July 2026, fast-moving wildfires have forced more than 200,000 people to flee across southwestern France and central Spain. Fires have scorched tens of thousands of hectares, pushed toward Bordeaux and towns west of Madrid, injured firefighters and prompted France to deploy soldiers while Spain has declared a national emergency.
Celtic has moved ahead in their Champions League play-off after a 3-0 first leg in Glasgow, with Nygren and Durán scoring and Duran adding a third. LASK created chances; Celtic are in a strong position for the return leg in Linz.
Heatwaves are intensifying across Europe, with several countries recording near-record highs. Hospitals report strain as temperatures surpass 30C in many areas, while drought and wildfires push governments to implement urgent measures. The unusual heat, tied to persistent high-pressure systems, is prompting warnings and adaptation efforts.
Multiple beluga whales from Marineland have been relocated to five marine parks, including Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium, under a government-approved rescue plan. The latest update confirms continued transfers, while concerns over animal welfare and sanctuary availability persist.