Portugal deadly fireworks blast hits family
Craig TaylorSeveral members of a family were among six people killed in the explosion in Lamego, the mayor says. BBC News – Europe
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St Petersburg metro bombing a possible suicide attack
The St Petersburg metro explosion may have been caused by a man whose body was found at the scene. BBC News – Europe
Serbia elects Prime Minister Aleksandar Vucic as president
Prime Minister Aleksandar Vucic is projected to have won the election outright, avoiding a run-off. BBC News – Europe
France carnival explosion injures many
A bonfire at the carnival blew up seconds after being ignited, hurting at least 18. BBC News – Europe
Gold bar and cars seized as Dutch trigger multi-country tax raids
A gold bar, cars and jewellery are taken as Europe and Australia raids target alleged tax evasion. BBC News – Europe
‘No turning back’ on Brexit as Article 50 triggered
Theresa May formally triggers the process of leaving the EU as negotiating battle lines are drawn. BBC News – Europe