White House moves to give political appointees more power over federal grants
UCLA's Karson Gordon enters transfer portal as a track athlete, dodging football restrictions
ICE officer wanted for shooting a man during the Minneapolis crackdown is arrested in Texas
Trump claims he's making food more affordable but his examples ignore the big picture
Trump says meeting Friday to make final decision on deal with Iran
Spurs-Thunder will be record-tying 5th Game 7 in the NBA so far in these playoffs
In farm country, an old American pickup truck becomes more than a workhorse
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‘London pizza’ is now a thing — and some say it’s the best in the world
‘London pizza’ is now a thing — and some say it’s the best in the world
May 21, 2026Europe
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Andrew was not vetted for controversial UK trade envoy role that was late Queen’s ‘wish,’ files show
Andrew was not vetted for controversial UK trade envoy role that was late Queen’s ‘wish,’ files show
May 21, 2026
Europe|Political|Technology|World
Europe faces a Ukrainian drone problem as Kyiv targets Russian oil exports
Ukrainian drones have recently caused concern by entering Baltic airspace, leading to tensions with NATO countries
May 21, 2026
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UK factory orders contract at fastest pace since 2020, CBI says
British factory orders contracted this month at the fastest rate since September 2020 and expectations for selling prices surged, according to a survey on Thursday that illustrated
May 21, 2026
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Germany faces Q2 stagnation, rising prices due to Iran war, Bundesbank says
Inflation in Germany is trending upwards and economic growth will likely be flat during the second quarter, hit by rising fuel expenses and uncertainty due to the Iran
May 21, 2026
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Euro zone growth set to slow in 2026 as Middle East conflict fuels inflation
The euro zone economy will slow in 2026 after war in the Middle East triggered the second energy shock in less than five years with the severity of
May 21, 2026
Europe|Health|World
Family of US Ebola patient admitted to Berlin isolation ward
The family of a U.S. citizen who contracted Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where an outbreak of a rare strain of the virus has killed over 130 people, has been
May 21, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World
UK's QinetiQ reviews US defence business, lifts 2027 forecast; shares jump
QinetiQ was reviewing all options for its struggling U.S. business, it said on Thursday, while lifting its revenue growth and operating margin forecast for the 2027 fiscal year.
May 21, 2026
Economy|Europe|World
Italy could take economic growth lessons from Spain, stats bureau says
Italy's economy will grow by less than 1% this year for a fourth year running, national statistics bureau ISTAT said on Thursday, suggesting ways the
May 21, 2026
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Look of the Week: The irony of Bella Hadid’s Jane Birkin tribute
Look of the Week: The irony of Bella Hadid’s Jane Birkin tribute
May 21, 2026
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Energy shock from Iran war to weigh on Europe's growth, boost inflation
The European Union’s executive commission has cut its growth outlook and predicted higher inflation due to sharply higher energy prices from the war in Iran
May 21, 2026
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Ukraine must be precise with drones, Polish minister says
Ukraine must be very precise when using drones to avoid Russia interfering with their flight path, the Polish defence minister said on Thursday, after a series of airspace
May 21, 2026
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Europe's economy hit hard as energy price shock stifles demand
Economic activity in the euro zone shrank at its sharpest rate in more than two-and-a-half years in May as a war-driven surge in living costs hammered
May 21, 2026
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Syria's Sharaa to attend G7 summit in France, sources say
Syria will attend the G7 summit in France next month as a guest nation and be represented by President Ahmed al-Sharaa, three sources familiar with the matter said,
May 21, 2026
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German private sector contracts for second month running, PMI shows
Germany's private sector activity contracted for a second consecutive month in May as the Iran war put the brakes on the country's economic recovery,
May 21, 2026
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UK government to release papers related to former Prince Andrew's appointment as trade envoy
The U.K. government is set to release confidential papers related to the former Prince Andrew’s appointment as trade envoy
May 21, 2026
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ECB's Rehn sees few signs yet of high inflation taking root
The European Central Bank may raise interest rates to preserve credibility in the face of a war-driven rise in fuel costs but there is little to
May 21, 2026
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As cocoa prices melt down, real chocolate is making a comeback
After a year of smaller bars, extra wafers and
May 20, 2026
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French economic activity contracts at fastest pace in 5-1/2 years in May, PMI shows
France's private sector economy contracted in May at its sharpest pace in five-and-a-half years, reflecting an accelerated decline in services activity and a fresh drop in
May 21, 2026
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Hungary's ruling Tisza party moves to limit prime ministerial terms
Hungary's ruling Tisza party submitted a constitutional amendment to parliament late on Wednesday that would allow prime ministers to serve for a maximum of eight years
May 21, 2026
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Finland's massive bomb shelters draw world to Helsinki in quest for security
Visiting mayors from Ukrainian cities took pictures inside an enormous cave carved in the bedrock below the Finnish
May 21, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
EU's Costa 'appalled' by Israeli minister's treatment of flotilla members
European Council President Antonio Costa on Thursday said he was "appalled" by the treatment of aid flotilla members attempting to enter Gaza by Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir.
May 21, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Montenegro at 20: After breaking with Serbia and joining NATO, EU is the next frontier
Montenegro marks 20 years of independence from a union with Serbia this week, celebrating a two-decade transformation that has already brought the Balkan country into NATO
May 21, 2026
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Video showing far-right Israeli minister taunting Gaza flotilla activists sparks global outcry
Video showing far-right Israeli minister taunting Gaza flotilla activists sparks global outcry
May 21, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Germany's Merz pitches 'associate' EU membership for Ukraine
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has proposed giving Ukraine a direct role in European Union structures as an interim step to EU membership that he said could help
May 21, 2026
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In many ways, Brits admire the US. But as America hits 250, they say one man defines it: Trump
Britons are cool on America and baffled by President Donald Trump as the former colonies celebrate their 250th year of independence
May 21, 2026
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Bessent says high bond yields, energy prices are 'transient,' will ease as Iran war ends
The Iran war energy shock, growing inflation concerns and fading interest rate-cut hopes may have bond investors and central bankers on edge but U.S.
May 21, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Aston Villa and Prince William celebrate Europa League triumph ending team's 30-year trophy drought
In front of the future king of England, Unai Emery reaffirmed his status as the king of the Europa League
May 20, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Zelenskiy says Ukraine discussed sanctions on Russia with Britain
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Wednesday that Ukraine had been in contact with Britain on Wednesday, having sent signals on the "sensitive" issue of sanctions on Russia, with
May 21, 2026
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Southampton loses appeal in spying case that cost it a chance at promotion to Premier League
Southampton’s appeal against its expulsion from the Championship playoff final because of spying offenses was dismissed
May 20, 2026
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Business Insider CEO Barbara Peng to depart end June
Business Insider CEO Barbara Peng will leave the media company by the end of next month to pursue new opportunities created by technological change, she said on Wednesday.
May 21, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Turkey's Erdogan tells Trump issues with Iran can be resolved, Ankara says
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan told U.S.
May 21, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Austrian former domestic intelligence officer spied for Russia, court finds
An Austrian court found former intelligence officer Egisto Ott guilty of spying on Wednesday, for helping Russia hunt down opponents and selling it state
May 20, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
EU Commission finds treatment of Gaza flotilla activists unacceptable
The European Commission found the treatment of the Gaza flotilla activists shown in a video released by Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir is "completely
May 21, 2026
Economy|Europe|Technology|World
Germany seeks to make defence procurement agency more agile
Germany is reorganizing its defence procurement agency to make the system more flexible and responsive, the defence ministry said on Wednesday as it moves ahead with the
May 20, 2026
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EU paves way to finalise US trade deal and avoid Trump tariff hike
The European Union struck a provisional agreement on Wednesday on legislation to remove import duties on U.S. goods, a key part of a trade deal
May 19, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel
Holy deception: Rome's 'sexy priest' calendar star never set foot in a seminary
A calendar featuring close-ups of young, handsome priests has been a popular Rome souvenir for two decades
May 20, 2026
Asia|Economy|Europe|World
China’s Xi gives Putin a red-carpet welcome – and makes a veiled jab at the US
China’s Xi gives Putin a red-carpet welcome – and makes a veiled jab at the US
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World
Google rejects UK union recognition but offers talks via conciliation body
Google said it had rejected a request from two British unions for voluntary recognition but would negotiate with them via a state-backed conciliation service,
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
ECB June rate hike case is nearly sealed but July is fully open, sources say
The case for a European Central Bank rate hike in June is nearly sealed but the bank is likely to be noncommittal about any further
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Technology|World
Volkswagen is not in talks with Chinese, CEO says in bid to calm workers
Germany's Volkswagen is not currently in talks with Chinese manufacturers regarding overcapacity at its car plants in Europe, although the problem does have
May 20, 2026
Africa|Economy|Europe|Political|World
France, Morocco prepare treaty to foster ties
Moroccan and French foreign ministers said on Wednesday the two countries are preparing to sign a treaty to strengthen ties during an upcoming state visit
May 20, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Ukraine to beef up northern defences over Russian offensive plans
Ukraine will send reinforcements to its northern regions and step up diplomatic pressure on Belarus to counter what Kyiv believes are Russian plans to launch a new offensive
May 20, 2026
Crime|Europe|Health|Political|World
Wife of Northern Ireland's Jeffrey Donaldson unfit for trial, judge says
Eleanor Donaldson, the wife of former Northern Ireland politician Jeffrey Donaldson, is unfit to stand trial alongside her husband on charges related to historical sex
May 20, 2026
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World
UK parliamentary election, key to possible Burnham leadership bid, set for June 18
An election for a seat in Britain's parliament, set to be contested by possible Labour Party leadership candidate Andy Burnham, will take place on June 18, the local council
May 20, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Germany to invest in everyday shelters, shifting from Cold War bunkers
Germany's government approved a new Civil Defense Plan on Wednesday, shifting from Cold War bunkers to everyday sites such as underground parking garages, tunnels and subway
May 20, 2026
Europe|Political|World
UK says surveillance plane dangerously intercepted by Russian jets last month
Two Russian jets last month intercepted a British Royal Air Force surveillance plane over the Black Sea, in what Britain's defence ministry said on Wednesday was a dangerous
May 20, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Irish PM urges full probe of death of Congolese man restrained outside store
Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin has called for a thorough investigation into the death of a Congolese-born man after he was
May 20, 2026
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Mango tycoon's heir held financial grudge, gave contradictory versions of father's death, judge says
The heir to the Mango retail fortune held a financial grudge against his father and gave police and emergency
May 20, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Residents of Lithuania's capital told to shelter as drone alarm underlines NATO's eastern jitters
Lithuania's president and prime minister have been taken to safe locations after a suspected drone was detected near the country's border with Belarus
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
Ukraine ally Britain eases new sanctions on Russian oil as fuel prices surge over Iran war
Prime Minister Keir Starmer insists that Britain’s support for Ukraine remains strong, despite the U.K. delaying some new sanctions on Russian oil
May 20, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Kremlin says Lithuanian minister's comments about attacking Russian exclave 'verge on insanity'
The Kremlin slammed remarks by Lithuania's top diplomat as "verging on insanity" on Wednesday after Foreign Minister Kestutis Budrys said that NATO had to show Moscow it was
May 20, 2026
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UK shares rise as softer inflation tempers some rate hike bets
UK shares closed higher on Wednesday after a softer-than-expected April inflation reading tempered some interest-rate-hike bets, while a drop in crude oil prices and stabilizing
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Science|Technology
ASML CEO sees tight supply in booming chip market as AI demand soars
The booming global semiconductor market will be "tense" with tight supply for the foreseeable future, the head of chip-making machine giant ASML
May 20, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Israeli police force Gaza flotilla activists to kneel with hands bound, video shows
Israeli police on Wednesday forced activists who were aboard a Gaza-bound aid flotilla to kneel on the ground in rows with their hands tied behind their
May 20, 2026
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Seagull splatters King Charles III during Northern Ireland visit
A seagull has left a lasting impression on King Charles III during his visit to Northern Ireland
May 20, 2026
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Don't fight AI, HSBC CEO tells staff as banks begin job cuts
HSBC appealed to staff not to fight AI on Wednesday, saying it would destroy jobs while creating new ones, as banking rival
May 20, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|World
China still Germany's top trade partner in first quarter, US close behind
China remained Germany's biggest trading partner in the first quarter of 2026, but only narrowly ahead of the United States as German exports to China fell sharply,
May 20, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Fugitive Polish minister flew to US from Italy, prosecutors say
Fugitive former Polish justice minister Zbigniew Ziobro, who faces charges stemming mainly from his alleged misuse of money for political gain, flew to the United States
May 20, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
British PM Starmer congratulates Arsenal as title celebrations go deep into the night
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has taken time out from dealing with his own sticky political situation to congratulate his favorite soccer team Arsenal on winning the Premier League
May 20, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
NATO summit in Ankara should reaffirm alliance's unity, Turkey to tell allies
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will tell NATO foreign ministers this week that the next NATO leaders' summit, set for Ankara in July, should reaffirm the alliance's
May 20, 2026
Europe|Political|World
US force adjustments in Europe will be gradual and structured, Rutte says
The gradual reduction of U.S. troops in Europe will happen "in a structured way", that won't impact NATO's defence plans, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said on
May 20, 2026
Africa|Europe|Health|World
US doctor in contact with Ebola patient heading to Czech hospital from Uganda
A U.S. doctor will be transferred from Uganda to a hospital in Prague on Wednesday after he came into contact with a patient infected with Ebola, Czech health officials said
May 20, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Ukraine, Hungary kick off expert-level consultations
Kyiv and Budapest began expert-level consultations online on Wednesday, the countries' foreign ministers said.
May 20, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Macron ally cleared to run French central bank
Emmanuel Moulin, President Emmanuel Macron's former chief of staff, on Wednesday won lawmakers' approval to head the Bank of France after
May 20, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Hungary's PM says he may meet Zelenskiy in June if minority rights talks successful
Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar could meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy in June if a deal on Hungarian minority rights
May 20, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Germany will deploy Patriot air defence system to southeast Turkey, Ankara says
Turkey said on Wednesday that Germany would send it a Patriot missile defence system for a six-month deployment from June to replace a system deployed as part of NATO
May 20, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World
Demand soars for Israel's battle-tested weapons tech despite global criticism of its wartime conduct
Demand is soaring for Israel's battle-tested weapons and military technology, despite widespread condemnation by rights groups and the international community over the country's conduct in wars, particularly in Gaza
May 20, 2026
Americas|Crime|Economy|Europe|World
US Homeland Security says it assisted Spain in probe of former PM Zapatero
The United States' Department of Homeland Security assisted Spanish police in a money-laundering probe that led to an investigation by Spain's High Court of
May 20, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
As Merz struggles, Germany's far-right AfD goes local to woo voters
As German Chancellor Friedrich Merz struggles to halt a relentless slide in approval ratings, Ulrich Siegmund,
May 20, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Poland says US troop deployment delayed, not canceled
Poland's defence minister said no decisions have been made to reduce the number of American troops in the country and recent U.S. moves may only temporarily
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World
Russian attacks kill two in Ukraine; Kyiv drones strike central Russia
Two people were killed and 19 injured in Russia attacks on Ukraine overnight, local officials said on Wednesday, while Ukraine sent drones to strike
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology
JPMorgan's digital retail bank in Germany open for business
JPMorgan said that it was officially opening its Chase digital retail bank in Germany on Wednesday, with customers now able to download an app and its website going live.
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology
Europe EV sales leap as Iran war pushes up petrol pump prices
Demand for electric vehicles in Europe has surged as high fuel prices linked to the Iran war propel sales of
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World
EU paves way to finalise US trade deal and avoid Trump tariff hike
The European Union struck a provisional agreement on Wednesday on legislation to remove import duties on U.S. goods, a key part of the trade deal
May 20, 2026
Business|Europe|Technology|World
Meta offers AI rival chatbots limited free WhatsApp access, sources say
Meta Platforms has offered to give rival AI chatbots including OpenAI free access to its social messaging service WhatsApp in Europe, but will start
May 20, 2026
Asia|Europe|World
Rubio heads to a NATO meeting as European angst over Trump reliability, US troops, Iran grows
Secretary of State Marco Rubio will travel this week to a NATO foreign ministers meeting in Sweden, where U.S. plans to reduce troop levels in Europe coupled with President Donald Trump’s often inconsistent stance on the alliance have created concern
May 20, 2026
Business|Europe|Sports|World
Southampton expelled from playoffs for spying, loses shot at promotion to Premier League
Southampton has been expelled from the Championship playoffs after admitting to repeatedly spying on opponents
May 20, 2026
Europe|Political|World
NATO's top officer doesn't expect more American drawdowns beyond the 5,000 troops Trump announced
NATO’s top military officer says he doesn’t expect any more drawdowns of American troops from Europe — at least not anytime soon — beyond the 5,000 that U.S. President Donald Trump announced would leave the continent
May 19, 2026
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Mango founder’s son arrested in connection to father’s plunging death
Mango founder’s son arrested in connection to father’s plunging death
May 20, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle
Ryusuke Hamaguchi makes gentle, quiet, long films. And he might win the Palme d'Or
The Cannes Film Festival is not a place that’s conducive to taking your time
May 19, 2026
Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|World
Two Married at First Sight UK wives claim they were raped by onscreen husbands
Two Married at First Sight UK wives claim they were raped by onscreen husbands
May 20, 2026
Arts|Business|Crime|Europe|Fashion and Beauty
Son of Mango fashion chain founder posts bail after arrest in Spain over father’s fatal cliff fall
Jonathan Andic, the son of Mango's billionaire founder, has posted bail following his arrest in connection with the death of his billionaire father
May 19, 2026
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle
Tilda Swinton, Demi Moore and Stella Maxwell: The best closing looks from Cannes Film Festival
Tilda Swinton, Demi Moore and Stella Maxwell: The best closing looks from Cannes Film Festival
May 13, 2026
Environment|Europe|Political|World
Palestinians in Gaza mark anniversary of 1948 mass uprooting and say today's catastrophe is worse
Millions of Palestinians are marking the 78th anniversary of the Nakba
May 15, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Carlos Alcaraz pulls out of Wimbledon because of wrist injury
Two-time Wimbledon champion Carlos Alcaraz has pulled out of the grass-court Grand Slam event next month because of his lingering wrist injury
May 19, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
UK police investigate allegations of child sex abuse dating back to 1980s after Epstein file release
Police in the UK are investigating two allegations of decades-old child sex abuse linked to Jeffrey Epstein
May 19, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
A NATO fighter jet shoots down a Ukrainian drone over Estonia
Authorities say a NATO fighter jet shot down a Ukrainian drone over southern Estonia
May 19, 2026
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World
Hungary’s Magyar kicks off his first foreign trip as prime minister to ally Poland
Hungary's new prime minister, Péter Magyar, is visiting Poland, a traditional ally that can offer plenty of lessons on political transformation and restoring democratic norms
May 19, 2026
Business|Crime|Europe|Finance|Political|World
Police say dozens of people and organizations could be charged over deadly 2017 London fire
British police plan to ask prosecutors to consider charging 57 people and 20 organizations over the 2017 Grenfell Tower fire in London
May 19, 2026
Crime|Europe|Travel|World
Bodies of 2 Italian divers are recovered from deep in a Maldives underwater cave
Divers have recovered the bodies of two Italian divers from an underwater cave in the Maldives
May 19, 2026
Business|Europe|Sports
Guardiola doesn't deny reports he's leaving City, will talk to chairman before saying future plans
Pep Guardiola has addressed the fevered speculation about his future at Manchester City by saying he will talk to club chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak in the upcoming days before announcing whether he’ll see out the remaining year of his contract
May 19, 2026
Crime|Environment|Europe|World
Rescuers search for 3 missing after German building collapse possibly caused by gas explosion
Rescue teams in Germany are searching for three people missing after a building collapsed in the eastern city of Görlitz near the Polish border
May 19, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World
Stellantis to push US revival, brands and Chinese deals in high-stakes pitch to investors
Stellantis' CEO Antonio Filosa will outline a new long-term strategy to investors on Thursday with a focus on reviving crucial U.S. sales, tightening the
May 19, 2026
Crime|Europe|Science|Travel|World
Bodies of four missing Italian divers located in Maldives sea cave
Bodies of four missing Italian divers located in Maldives sea cave
May 17, 2026
Americas|Europe|Sports|World
Neymar picked for Brazil's World Cup squad despite doubts on fitness
Neymar has made Brazil’s World Cup squad
May 19, 2026
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World
US pauses joint defense effort with Canada that dates to WWII
The U.S. says it's pausing participation on a joint board with Canada for continental defense that dates to World War II
May 19, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Arsenal on the verge of Premier League title after beating Burnley
Arsenal has closed in on a first Premier League title in 22 years by beating Burnley 1-0 in its penultimate game of the campaign
May 19, 2026
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|Technology
A new Swatch model is introduced, and a case study in overexcited 'drop culture' plays out
Swatch's new Royal Pop pocket watch has sparked outbursts of chaos worldwide
May 19, 2026
Americas|Business|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle
Truck crashes into Burger King; Restaurant closed
Truck crashes into Burger King; Restaurant closed
May 19, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|Technology|World
Explosion at Searsmont lumber mill kills Maine firefighter, leaves multiple in critical condition
Explosion at Searsmont lumber mill kills Maine firefighter, leaves multiple in critical condition
May 19, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Israeli troops intercept a flotilla off Cyprus as it tries to breach the Gaza blockade
The Israeli military has intercepted boats in international waters off the coast of Cyprus, part of a flotilla attempting to break Israel's naval blockade of Gaza
May 18, 2026
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|Technology
Swatch's 'drop culture' gamble takes leaf from Labubu, Popeyes playbook
Swiss watchmaker Swatch and luxury partner Audemars Piguet are betting big on a Gen Z "product drop" culture - buzzy, often limited launches that have helped
May 18, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Interview
The breathless Korean sci-fi monster movie 'Hope' leaves the Cannes Film Festival floored
Sprawling action movies with aliens do not generally compete for the Cannes Film Festival’s Palme d’Or
May 18, 2026
Environment|Europe|Political|World
Greenland's prime minister tells Trump's envoy self-determination cannot be negotiated
Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen says a meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump's special envoy to the Arctic, Jeff Landry, was positive but emphasized Greenland's commitment to self-determination
May 18, 2026
Arts|Business|Crime|Europe|US|World
Judge allows gun and notebook as evidence at Mangione’s trial in UnitedHealthcare CEO’s killing
A gun and notebook that prosecutors say link Luigi Mangione to the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson can be used as evidence at his murder trial
May 18, 2026
Americas|Business|Europe|Sports|World
FIFA signs another World Cup sponsor deal with the gambling industry
FIFA has added another gambling industry sponsor to the 2026 World Cup by signing Greece-based betting brand Betano to a regional deal covering Europe and South America
May 18, 2026
Arts|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Sports
This golfer nearly died after being hit by a drunken driver. Now she's won her first pro title
German golfer Leonie Harm has won her first professional title on the Ladies European Tour, 13 years after nearly dying when she was hit by a drunken driver
May 18, 2026
Americas|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports
Jannik Sinner enters the French Open on a 29-match win streak, chasing a career Grand Slam
By sweeping the first five Masters 1000 tournaments of the year top-ranked Jannik Sinner has dominated tennis like few other players have in the sport’s recent history
May 18, 2026
Europe|Science|Technology|World
Dodging the drones: Aerial attackers stalk Ukrainian troops, and a CNN team, on a key road to the front
Dodging the drones: Aerial attackers stalk Ukrainian troops, and a CNN team, on a key road to the front
May 18, 2026
Crime|Europe|Health|MidEast|Political|World
Lebanon death toll reaches 3,000 in fighting between Israel and Hezbollah
The death toll in the latest fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon has surpassed 3,000
May 18, 2026
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|World
Spanish court orders tax authority to repay Shakira $64 million over wrongful fines
Spanish court orders tax authority to repay Shakira $64 million over wrongful fines
May 18, 2026
Environment|Europe|Sports|Travel|World
Italy's foreign minister says divers found bodies of 4 Italians in Maldives sea cave
Italy’s Foreign Ministry says rescuers have found the bodies of four Italian divers inside an underwater cave in the Maldives
May 18, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Opinion|Political|World
Why the Iran war is breaking the US-European strategic alliance
European leaders are learning they cannot rely on Washington, and that the US will act against their interests and at their economic expense.
May 18, 2026
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Europe
Antonia Bembo fled Venice to escape her abusive husband – over three centuries later, her opera finally takes the stage
Due to the vagaries of her music manuscripts and the historical neglect of women composers, Bembo and her opera were overlooked for centuries.
May 18, 2026
Americas|Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|Technology
Swatch and Audemars Piguet’s ‘high-low’ collab sparked a frenzy. Who’s the real winner?
Swatch and Audemars Piguet’s ‘high-low’ collab sparked a frenzy. Who’s the real winner?
May 18, 2026
Business|Celebrity|Economy|Entertainment|Europe
Pop star Shakira is acquitted in a Spanish tax fraud case
A Spanish court has acquitted pop star Shakira in a tax fraud case and ordered the government to return over 55 million euros in wrongly imposed fines
May 18, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World
Kremlin says it has 'serious expectations' for Putin's trip to China
Russia has high expectations for President Vladimir Putin's trip to China this week, and the two sides will use it to develop their "privileged partnership", the Kremlin
May 18, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Barcelona wins in Lewandowski's farewell. Sevilla avoids relegation despite loss to Real Madrid
Barcelona has capped a perfect season at home
May 18, 2026
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|World
Barbra Streisand won't attend Cannes Palme d'Or ceremony after a knee injury
Barbra Streisand says she won’t attend the Cannes Film Festival ceremony where she was to receive an honorary Palme d’Or after sustaining a knee injury
May 18, 2026
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Political|World
Bulgarians cheer 'Bangaranga' and the country's first Eurovision win
Bulgarians celebrated on Sunday their country's surprise first win in the Eurovision Song Contest as they welcomed home Dara, who triumphed with her catchy, crowd-pleasing,
May 17, 2026
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle
Cate Blanchett laments that the #MeToo movement 'got killed very quickly' in Hollywood
Cate Blanchett says that the #MeToo movement “got killed very quickly” in remarks at the Cannes Film Festival
May 18, 2026
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Interview
In Cannes standout 'Fatherland,’ Sandra Hüller stuns again
The full range of Sandra Hüller’s talent is on full display this year in four films that run from big to small
May 17, 2026
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|World
Bulgaria gives its Eurovision winner Dara a grand welcome upon her return home
Hundreds of cheering fans waving Bulgarian flags have welcomed Eurovision Song Contest winner Dara upon her return home
May 17, 2026
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe
Library founded in 1854 receives book checked out over 100 years ago
Library founded in 1854 receives book checked out over 100 years ago
May 18, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Italian leaders visit Modena after car-ramming attack
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and President Sergio Mattarella travelled to the northern city of Modena on Sunday, a day after several people were
May 17, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Ukraine conducts large-scale drone strikes on Russia, killing 4 and wounding a dozen others
Russian officials say overnight Ukrainian drone strikes killed at least four people including three near Moscow
May 17, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Ukraine attack ‘largest in over a year’ on Moscow, Russian state media reports
Ukraine attack ‘largest in over a year’ on Moscow, Russian state media reports
May 17, 2026
Crime|Europe|Lifestyle|World
Four bystanders tackle knife-wielding driver after car plows into crowd in Italy
Four bystanders tackle knife-wielding driver after car plows into crowd in Italy
May 17, 2026
Business|Europe|Sports|World
Xabi Alonso hired by Chelsea on 4-year deal in return to coaching after Real Madrid disappointment
Chelsea has hired Xabi Alonso as its latest manager on a four-year deal, with the former Real Madrid coach set to take over on July 1
May 17, 2026
Election|Europe|Finance|Health|Political
It's official: Wes Streeting of the Labour Party wants to be Britain's next prime minister
Wes Streeting's ambition to head the British government was one of the worst-kept secrets in U.K. politics
May 17, 2026
Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports
Conor McGregor to make long-awaited UFC return in July fight against Max Holloway
Conor McGregor is returning the octagon
May 17, 2026
Business|Europe|World
This tiny center in a UK seaside town is the first place vessels under attack in the Persian Gulf call
This tiny center in a UK seaside town is the first place vessels under attack in the Persian Gulf call
May 17, 2026
Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports
Ronda Rousey stops Gina Carano with an armbar 17 seconds into their double comeback bout
Ronda Rousey stopped Gina Carano with her signature armbar just 17 seconds into the iconic fighters’ mixed martial arts comeback bout
May 17, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Political|Sports|World
Bulgaria wins the 70th Eurovision Song Contest with upbeat party anthem 'Bangaranga'
Bulgaria has won the 70th Eurovision Song Contest with singer Dara’s party anthem “Bangaranga.”
May 16, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Political|World
Bulgaria wins Eurovision, Israel finishes second amid boycotts over its participation
Bulgaria wins Eurovision, Israel finishes second amid boycotts over its participation
May 17, 2026
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|World
The Latest: Bulgarian singer Dara wins this year's Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna
Bulgarian singer Dara’s dance anthem “Bangaranga” has won the Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna, Austria, her country's first ever win in the competition
May 17, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|World
The 10 best performances at the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest
The 2026 Eurovision Song Contest final in Vienna has showcased acts from 25 countries
May 17, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Driver plows into pedestrians in Modena, 8 injured as driver detained after attempted escape
A driver has plowed into pedestrians in the northern Italian city of Modena, injuring eight people, four of them critically, before trying to flee and being detained by police, local authorities said
May 16, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Britain’s hard right on the march as tens of thousands descend on London
Britain’s hard right on the march as tens of thousands descend on London
May 17, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
London police were out in force to deal with rival rallies and a soccer final
Police say 43 people were arrested in London in connection two rival marches on the streets of capital
May 16, 2026
Europe|World
Many see Andy Burnham as UK government's savior. First he needs a seat in Parliament
Britain’s government is in turmoil, and some see Andy Burnham as the one to save it
May 16, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Mourinho receives Arbeloa's blessing amid talk of return to Real Madrid
Real Madrid’s Álvaro Arbeloa has given his blessing to former boss José Mourinho amid intense speculation that the Portuguese coach is set to replace him and start a second stint at the European powerhouse
May 16, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Putin to visit Chinese leader Xi Jinping days after Trump's trip to Beijing
Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on a two-day trip to Beijing next week, the Kremlin says
May 16, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|MidEast|Political
Spain's Eurovision boycott over Israeli participation leaves contest fans torn
Spain is boycotting this year’s edition of the Eurovision Song Contest, after repeatedly expressing disapproval over Israel’s participation
May 16, 2026
Americas|Economy|Europe|Science|Technology|World
Pope creates artificial intelligence study group as Vatican prepares to release his first encyclical
Pope Leo XIV has created a study group on artificial intelligence in a sign of his ongoing concern about the technology
May 16, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World
Pentagon halts deployments to Poland and Germany to cut troop numbers in Europe, AP sources say
The Pentagon is drawing down thousands of troops in Europe by stopping units from deploying to Poland and Germany as opposed to yanking those already stationed there
May 15, 2026
Economy|Election|Europe|World
UK government faces weeks of uncertainty over the prime minister's future
Britain's government faces uncertainty as the Labour Party grapples with internal turmoil
May 15, 2026
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World
Switzerland beats defending champion the US in ice hockey worlds opener
Switzerland has begun its quest for a first ice hockey world championship title by defeating the United States 3-1
May 15, 2026
Crime|Europe|Science|Travel|World
Search for bodies of Italian divers in Maldives cave suspended due to bad weather
Maldivian authorities have suspended a high-risk operation to recover the bodies of four Italian divers believed trapped inside a deep underwater cave, after one body was recovered the day before
May 15, 2026
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe
Jane Schoenbrun's queer slasher movie 'Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma' jolts Cannes
A bold, bloody queer slasher film starring Hannah Einbinder and Gillian Anderson gave the Cannes Film Festival a gonzo jolt
May 15, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|World
Willkommen, bienvenue, welcome to a Eurovision Song Contest that embraces linguistic diversity
English has long dominated pop music, but it no longer reigns supreme at the Eurovision Song Contest
May 15, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World
US scraps deployment of 4,000 troops to Poland
The Pentagon has canceled plans to deploy 4,000 U.S.-based troops to Poland, two U.S. officials said, a surprise decision slammed by lawmakers that renewed questions
May 15, 2026
Americas|Business|Crime|Europe|Technology|World
UK media regulator says X promises to crack down on terrorist and hate content
Elon Musk's social media platform X is pledging to crack down on hate and terrorist content in Britain
May 15, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World
Don't expect Oleksandr Usyk to get into the ring with Jake Paul any time soon
Oleksandr Usyk wants to make some “noise” before he calls time on a career that has made him the most dominant heavyweight boxer of his generation
May 15, 2026
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Travel
Cannes and the Hôtel Martinez await a 'White Lotus' close-up
As many actors are appearing at the Cannes Film Festival this week, the best role in town might be a little further down the Croisette
May 15, 2026
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle
Claudine Longet, singer and actor at center of a notorious manslaughter trial, dies at 84
French singer and actor Claudine Longet has died at age 84
May 15, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|World
Finland's hotly tipped Eurovision performance features flames, a valuable violin and a safety plan
At the Eurovision Song Contest, performers get just three minutes to impress
May 15, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe
Provocative Austrian feminist artist Valie Export dies at 85
Austrian artist Valie Export, whose pioneering work and performance art made her a leading light of the avant-garde feminist scene in postwar Europe, has died in Vienna at the age
May 15, 2026
Americas|Europe|Political|World
Trump is cutting the numbers of US troops in Europe. Here’s how
Trump is cutting the numbers of US troops in Europe. Here’s how
May 15, 2026
Europe|Sports
Kylian Mbappé among players jeered by Real Madrid fans at the Bernabeu in 2-0 win over Oviedo
Real Madrid fans have made their discontentment known by jeering players at the Santiago Bernabeu before a 2-0 win over already relegated Oviedo
May 15, 2026
Education|Europe|Travel|World
Princess of Wales' Italy visit highlights progressive preschool approach that shuns standardization
The Princess of Wales’ visit to Italy highlights the Reggio Approach, an educational model that values a child’s curiosity and potential
May 14, 2026
Crime|Entertainment|Europe|World
Czech police detain suspect in theft of medieval saint's skull from church
Czech police detained a 35-year-old man suspected of stealing a revered 800-year-old saint's skull from a church in the northern Czech Republic this week, they said on
May 15, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Russia pounds Ukraine in heaviest wartime drone attack over two days
Russia carried out its largest aerial attack over a two-day period since the start of its war in Ukraine, pounding the capital Kyiv and
May 14, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Russia hammers Ukraine in biggest prolonged drone attack since war began
Russia hammers Ukraine in biggest prolonged drone attack since war began
May 14, 2026
Election|Europe|Finance|World
UK health secretary resigns, setting up a potential Labour leadership challenge to Keir Starmer
Efforts to unseat British Prime Minister Keir Starmer have erupted into open rebellion within his party
May 14, 2026
Europe|Health|Political|World
Leading challenger to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer quits government
Leading challenger to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer quits government
May 14, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Latvian prime minister resigns after controversy over stray Ukrainian drones
Latvian center-right Prime Minister Evika Silina has resigned after losing support from the Progressives Party, her left-leaning coalition partner
May 14, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Technology
At Cannes, Japanese director Fukada says AI undermines the creative process
Using artificial intelligence to "jump straight to the result" could mean art fails to achieve its purposes of self-expression and to deepen our
May 14, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Bosnian Serb general Mladic's early release denied by UN court
A U.N. war crimes court said on Thursday it had denied a bid for early release by Ratko Mladic, the 84-year-old Bosnian Serb general convicted of genocide and crimes
May 14, 2026
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World
UK lawmaker resigns seat, clearing path for leadership challenger Burnham
British Labour lawmaker Josh Simons on Thursday said he would resign from his seat in parliament in a move designed to give Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham a chance to
May 14, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty
Ferragamo first-quarter revenues slip as wholesale sales drop 19%
Revenues at Italian luxury group Ferragamo fell 1.2% at constant exchange rates in the first quarter as wholesale sales dropped 19% compared to a year earlier, the company
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World
BoE's Pill calls for 'prompt but modest' rate hike to quell inflation pressure
Bank of England Chief Economist Huw Pill said on Thursday a "prompt but modest" increase in interest rates would help to head off the risk of inflation pressure caused by
May 14, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Germany's Merz calls for EU budget overhaul as battle looms
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Thursday called for a revamp of what he cast as the European Union's outdated budget system,
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World
European shares end at one-week highs on tech boost
European shares closed higher on Thursday, after hitting the highest in a week with a boost from technology stocks, while investors remained cautious
May 14, 2026
Europe|World
Latvian Prime Minister resigns over handling of Ukrainian drone incidents
Latvia's centre-right Prime Minister Evika Silina said on Thursday she had resigned, triggering the collapse of her coalition government just
May 14, 2026
Arts|Celebrity|Europe|Food|Travel|World
UK's Princess Kate learns pasta-making on visit to Italy
Britain's Princess of Wales learned how to make pasta on Thursday during a visit to a hillside community in northern Italy's so-called food valley, an area globally known for
May 14, 2026
Europe|Health|World
Denmark's Queen Margrethe admitted to hospital
Denmark's Queen Margrethe, 86, was admitted to hospital due to angina on Thursday, the royal court said.
May 14, 2026
Arts|Environment|Europe|Travel|World
Outcry in Italy over plans to expand Rome's famed Borghese Gallery
Italian heritage groups have said they will battle proposals to build a new structure near Rome's Borghese Gallery, saying the project would damage one of
May 14, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
King Charles visits Jewish area of London hit by antisemitic attacks
King Charles was greeted by cheering crowds on Thursday when he visited an area of London which has suffered a spate of antisemitic attacks in recent weeks, in a show of
May 14, 2026
Africa|Americas|Arts|Asia|Australia|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Food|Health|Interview|Lifestyle|MidEast|Opinion|Political|Science|Sports|Technology|Travel|World
Italy's defence minister urges decision on EU SAFE loans before deadline
Italy's defence minister said on Thursday he had written twice to the Treasury urging a decision on whether to tap a European Union arms-
May 14, 2026
Economy|Education|Environment|Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World
Pope Leo decries European military spending as 'betrayal' of diplomacy
Pope Leo on Thursday decried rising European military spending, which grew last year by the highest amount since the end of the Cold War amid pressure from
May 14, 2026
Business|Education|Europe|Health|Technology|World
Italy parents' group faces Meta, TikTok in Milan court over minors' social media use
An Italian parents' group and a number of families faced off against Meta and TikTok on Thursday in the first hearing of a lawsuit that seeks to restrict
May 14, 2026
Environment|Europe|Travel|World
Horde of amorous peacocks ruffles feathers in Italian seaside town
Horde of amorous peacocks ruffles feathers in Italian seaside town
May 14, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Hungary summons Russian ambassador after drone attack in Ukraine
Hungary's government has summoned Russia's ambassador over a massive drone attack near its border with Ukraine
May 14, 2026
Crime|Europe|US|World
Neo-Nazi leader gets 15 years for recruiting violent attacks, including a Santa poison plot
The leader of an Eastern European neo-Nazi group has been sentenced in New York to 15 years in prison for trying to recruit others to commit violent acts against Jews and racial minorities
May 14, 2026
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Opinion|Political|World
Prince Harry warns of ‘deeply troubling rise’ in antisemitism in UK after spate of attacks
Prince Harry warns of ‘deeply troubling rise’ in antisemitism in UK after spate of attacks
May 14, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Zelenskiy's ex-top aide arrested as Ukraine graft probe widens
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's former right-hand man was taken into custody on Thursday on money-laundering charges, part of a
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
UK economy posts strong Q1, but Iran war casts shadow over outlook
Britain's economy grew unexpectedly in March to cap another strong first quarter, suggesting it was in better shape as the Iran war escalated
May 14, 2026
Economy|Europe|World
French central bank succession fight tests Macron's sway ahead of 2027 election
French President Emmanuel Macron faces a test next week when lawmakers decide whether to approve his former chief of staff to run the
May 14, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Russia hits Kyiv with drones and ballistic missiles, injuring at least 4
Russia has launched a mass drone and missile attack on Ukraine's capital, Kyiv, injuring at least four people
May 14, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Smoke and coffee fire up Darderi for after-midnight win at Italian Open quarterfinals
Luciano Darderi reaches the Italian Open semifinals after defeating teenager Rafael Jodar in a match that ended after 2 a.m. local time
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
Gloom in UK housing market shows no sign of lifting, RICS survey shows
Buyers in Britain's housing market stayed downbeat last month as the economic fallout from the Iran war and rising mortgage rates weighed on sentiment, a survey from the Royal
May 14, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Russia launches huge drone attack on western Ukraine by NATO's border, killing six
Russia unleashed a massive daytime drone attack on Ukraine on Wednesday, targeting critical infrastructure in the west, killing at least six people and
May 13, 2026
Africa|Crime|Europe|World
Remains of 2nd US soldier who went missing during military exercises in Morocco have been recovered
The U.S. military says the remains of the second U.S. Army soldier who went missing during military exercises in Morocco have been recovered
May 14, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Barcelona's 100-point bid ends in a 1-0 loss at Alaves in the Spanish league
Barcelona’s hopes of reaching the 100-point mark in the Spanish league have ended with a 1-0 loss at Alaves
May 14, 2026
Education|Europe|Health|World
Princess Catherine arrives in Italy on first solo trip abroad after cancer goes into remission
Britain’s Princess Catherine is making her first overseas trip since announcing her cancer is in remission
May 13, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Israel's Eurovision Song Contest entrant heard booing as he went onstage
Israel's contestant at the Eurovision Song Contest semi-final on Tuesday heard the boos of a small number of pro-Palestinian protesters
May 14, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Manchester City keeps the pressure on Arsenal with 3-0 win against Crystal Palace
The Premier League title race is not over yet
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Technology
Broadcom sues EU antitrust regulators over request for US legal documents
Broadcom is suing EU antitrust regulators over their requests for documents containing legal advice from its U.S. lawyers in a case related to VMware,
May 13, 2026
Education|Europe|Technology|World
'Spark Interactive' trailer brings Holocaust education into the digital age
'Spark Interactive' trailer brings Holocaust education into the digital age
May 14, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World
Russia fires 800 drones at Ukraine despite recent talk by Putin and Trump of possible peace
Russia has launched a massive daytime drone attack on Ukraine, firing at least 800 drones across 20 regions of the country
May 13, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|Lifestyle
'Ocean Dream' blue-green diamond sells for more than $17 million at Christie's auction in Geneva
Christie's says a 5.5-carat triangular-cut diamond billed as the largest fancy vivid blue-green diamond known to exist has sold for more than 13.5 million Swiss francs or $17.3 million
May 14, 2026
Europe|Health|Travel|World
Cruise ship, carrying many Brits, stranded in France after stomach flu outbreak
A cruise ship, carrying more than 1,000 passengers many of whom are British, remained stranded in Bordeaux on Wednesday after an outbreak
May 13, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
UK police plan 'unprecedented' operation to prevent trouble at weekend protests
London police said on Wednesday they would mount an "unprecedented" operation this weekend to prevent violence and serious disorder when two large protests
May 13, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|Technology|World
France probes whether Israeli firm BlackCore interfered in local elections, sources say
French authorities are examining whether a foreign interference campaign aimed at a hard-left party ahead of March's municipal
May 13, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Moscow authorities restrict publication of photos and videos of aftermath of drone strikes
Moscow authorities have imposed restrictions on the publication of photos and videos showing the aftermath of "terrorist attacks", including drone strikes, the office of
May 13, 2026
Business|Crime|Europe|Finance|Political|World
Hungary summons Russian ambassador over drone strikes on western Ukraine
Hungary has summoned Russia's ambassador over a drone attack on western Ukraine, Prime Minister Peter Magyar said on Wednesday.
May 13, 2026
Americas|Business|Crime|Education|Environment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Political
Procession honors Maine Warden who died in Tuesday plane crash
Procession honors Maine Warden who died in Tuesday plane crash
May 14, 2026
Europe|Health|Travel|World
1,700 passengers held on cruise ship over potential acute stomach bug sickness
1,700 passengers held on cruise ship over potential acute stomach bug sickness
May 13, 2026
Europe|Health|Travel|World
France confines more than 1,700 on British cruise ship in Bordeaux after gastroenteritis outbreak
French authorities have ordered over 1,700 passengers and crew on a British cruise ship to stay on board due to a gastrointestinal illness outbreak
May 13, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Latvian government loses majority in parliament over handling of Ukraine drone incidents
Latvia's Prime Minister Evika Silina was left without a ruling majority in the parliament on Wednesday after the left-wing Progressives
May 13, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Technology|World
Top French court rejects Amazon challenge over French book delivery fees
France's highest administrative court, the Conseil d'Etat, rejected on Wednesday a challenge by Internet giant Amazon over minimum delivery fees on books, as the country
May 13, 2026
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle
'Pan's Labyrinth' returns to Cannes 20 years after record 22‑minute ovation
Mexican director Guillermo del Toro received the longest-ever standing ovation at the Cannes Film Festival two decades ago for his historical fantasy "
May 13, 2026
Europe|Political|World
PM Starmer's leadership woes overshadow parliament's grand reopening
Britain's grand State Opening of Parliament ceremony does not normally feature an elephant.
May 13, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Russia places UK ex-minister Ben Wallace on wanted list
Russia has placed British former defence minister Ben Wallace on a wanted list in connection with an unspecified criminal investigation, state media said on Wednesday,
May 13, 2026
Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports
45-year-old Venus Williams to play in French Open women's doubles with Hailey Baptiste
Venus Williams will play in the women’s doubles at the French Open this month together with Hailey Baptiste, who is 21 years her junior
May 13, 2026
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe
'The Fast and the Furious' and Vin Diesel roll into Cannes for 25th anniversary
The cast of “The Fast and the Furious” rolled into the Cannes Film Festival on Wednesday for a 25th anniversary celebration of the nitrous-boosting franchise
May 13, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Science|Technology|World
Apple criticises EU measures to help AI rivals access Google services
Apple on Wednesday echoed Google's criticism of EU antitrust regulators' efforts to force the search giant to help AI rivals access its services, warning
May 13, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
UK's Starmer faces biggest challenge yet as resignation threat overshadows King's Speech
Keir Starmer was facing his biggest challenge yet on Wednesday when his health minister was reportedly readying his
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World
JPMorgan executive open to talks with France's far-right National Rally
JPMorgan is open to engaging with France's far-right National Rally (RN) ahead of next year's presidential election, a senior regional executive at the
May 13, 2026
Europe|Health|Science|World
Tests in Italy, Spain come back negative in global hunt for hantavirus
Seventeen people under observation in Italy and Spain for possible hantavirus infection have tested negative, the countries'
May 13, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
UK's Farage describes $7 million gift as a 'reward' for Brexit
Nigel Farage, leader of Britain's right-wing Reform UK party, on Thursday said a 5 million pound ($6.75 million) donation from a cryptocurrency billionaire he received
May 13, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World
Iran war brings Turkey-PKK peace process to near standstill
Just two weeks after Turkey's parliament made recommendations on how to advance the country's peace process with Kurdish
May 13, 2026
Education|Europe|Health|Travel|World
Italy says ciao to Princess Kate on her first overseas trip since illness
Britain’s Princess of Wales on Wednesday visited the Italian city of Reggio Emilia, renowned for its approach to early
May 13, 2026
Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World
Russian airspace breaches show need to boost NATO eastern flank air defence, say leaders
Russia's repeated airspace violations of countries on the eastern flank of NATO underline the urgent need to consolidate the alliance's air defences against missiles and
May 13, 2026
Education|Europe|Health|Travel|World
Princess Kate visits Italy in first official overseas trip since cancer treatment
Princess Kate visits Italy in first official overseas trip since cancer treatment
May 13, 2026
Business|Europe|Food
German court rules Milka chocolate bar weight cut misleading
A German court ruled on Wednesday that U.S.-based food giant Mondelez misled buyers by shrinking its Milka chocolate bars from 100 grams to 90 grams without significantly altering
May 13, 2026
Election|Europe|Sports|World
Mbappe and Bardella trade barbs over far right's gains in France
A public quarrel between two of France's most famous young men - one a soccer player, the other a darling of the far right - over
May 13, 2026
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Britain to legislate to tackle threats from hostile state proxies
Britain will legislate to strengthen its ability to deal with proxies for malign state actors, taking powers to make it possible to ban them in light of
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe
Mercedes Benz CEO: current EU rules have not spurred intended shift away from combustion engines
Current European Union rules such as an outright ban on internal combustion car engines in 2035 have not spurred the intended shift to electric vehicles, Mercedes Benz
May 13, 2026
Economy|Europe
Britain to strengthen ties with the EU in new legislation
Britain will introduce legislation to strengthen its ties with the European Union, as Prime Minister Keir Starmer prioritises mending economic relations
May 13, 2026
Business|Crime|Europe|World
Russian ship that sank near Spain in 2024 may have carried nuclear reactor parts
A Russian ship that sank after its engine room exploded in the Mediterranean could have been carrying parts for nuclear reactors used in submarines, according to Spanish government documents
May 13, 2026
Europe|Political|Technology|Travel|World
Japan PM Takaichi to visit UK and Italy in June, NTV reports
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi plans to visit Britain and Italy before attending a Group of Seven leaders' summit in France in mid-June, broadcaster NTV reported on
May 13, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
UK police pull bodies of three women from sea at Brighton
British police said on Wednesday they had recovered the bodies of three women from the sea in Brighton and were working to establish how the "tragic incident" had happened.
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World
ECB to hike rates in June and at least once more on war-led inflation spike: Reuters poll
The European Central Bank will hike its deposit rate next month and at least once more this year to try to stop the energy price shock from the Middle
May 13, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
What are the main policy plans of Hungary's new government?
Hungary's new government, under Prime Minister Peter Magyar, was sworn in earlier this week, replacing Prime Minister Viktor Orban's administration after 16 years.
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World
ECB urges banks to quickly prepare for AI-assisted cyberattacks
European Central Bank board member Frank Elderson on Wednesday urged banks in the euro area to quickly prepare for potential cyberattacks launched with the help of
May 13, 2026
Europe
King's Speech: A guide to Starmer government's new proposed laws
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will aim to reassert his authority over his Labour Party on Wednesday as his government unveils 37 bills for the next
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
Iran war pushes German wholesale price inflation to three-year high
German wholesale prices climbed to a three-year high of 6.3% in April as the Iran war pushed up the prices of energy and raw materials,
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World
Volkswagen controlling families demand overhaul after dent to profit
Volkswagen's controlling family shareholders piled pressure on the automaker to overhaul its business model on Wednesday after the German company's ongoing
May 13, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Rights groups urge Poland to halt support for US deportation flights to Ukraine
Amnesty International and Human Rights First on Wednesday urged Poland to stop cooperating with U.S. deportation flights transferring Ukrainian nationals via its
May 13, 2026
Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology|Travel|World
Helsinki's costly cycling push draws crowds - and criticism
Finland's capital Helsinki has spent billions of euros on public transport and bicycle lanes — and plans more — despite mixed reactions from residents.
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
French unemployment rate rises to 8.1%, highest since 2021
France's unemployment rate rose to 8.1% in the first quarter of 2026, its highest since 2021, the INSEE statistics agency reported on Wednesday, though it was still lower
May 13, 2026
Economy|Europe|World
French inflation confirmed at 2.5% in April, highest since July 2024
EU-harmonised consumer prices in France rose 2.5% year-on-year in April, statistics office INSEE said on Wednesday, confirming a preliminary reading published late last month and
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe
Siemens orders rise more than expected despite Iranian war tension
Siemens' orders rose more than expected in the first three months of the year, although its sales and profits slipped behind forecast and the Iran war has
May 13, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Ukraine hits Russia's energy targets after US-brokered ceasefire ends
Ukraine resumed drone attacks on Russia's oil refineries and ports on Wednesday, two days after a three-day ceasefire proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump expired.
May 13, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
UN may put Cyprus peace plan forward this year, Cypriot president says
The United Nations is likely to launch a fresh push to resolve the decades-old split of Cyprus before the term of Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expires at the end of
May 13, 2026
Business|Europe|Political|Technology|World
Spain pushes ahead with social media, AI rules despite Big Tech lobbying pressure
Spain will push ahead with new rules to make social networks and AI safer despite intense lobbying from the tech industry, its digital transformation
May 13, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe
Israel and favorite Finland advance to the Eurovision final as 5 countries are sent home
Ten countries have advanced to the Eurovision Song Contest final after the first semifinal
May 12, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
85-year-old French widow caught in Trump's immigration crackdown describes her detention
The 85-year-old French widow of a U.S. military veteran shares her experience in U.S. immigration detention
May 12, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
ECB's Nagel sees rate hikes increasingly likely: Handelsblatt
European Central Bank interest rate hikes are becoming increasingly likely, unless there is a fundamental change in the inflation outlook, Bundesbank President Joachim
May 13, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Russian attacks in Dnipropetrovsk region kill six after ceasefire expires, officials say
Russian forces launched attacks in Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk region on Tuesday, killing at least six people, regional officials said, after the expiry of a U.S.-mediated ceasefire.
May 12, 2026
Europe|Health|Science|Travel|World
Britain to bring 10 people to UK for precautionary isolation after hantavirus outbreak
Britain said on Tuesday that 10 people from remote island territories, including cruise ship passengers and medical staff who had contact with confirmed cases in the
May 13, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Antisemitic graffiti spray-painted on Lisbon 9/11 memorial
Antisemitic graffiti spray-painted on Lisbon 9/11 memorial
May 13, 2026
Americas|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World
Sinner matches Djokovic record with 31st straight Masters win. Coco Gauff reaches Italian Open semis
Top-ranked Jannik Sinner beat qualifier Andrea Pellegrino 6-2, 6-3 to reach the Italian Open quarterfinals and match Novak Djokovic’s record with a 31st consecutive Masters Series victory
May 12, 2026
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Europe|Health|Political
Who could replace Keir Starmer as Labour leader and Britain’s prime minister?
Who could replace Keir Starmer as Labour leader and Britain’s prime minister?
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
French economy resilient but Iran crisis weighs, central bank says in monthly report
French companies have so far absorbed the shock from the conflict in the Middle East, but pervasive uncertainty and higher energy costs are beginning to test the economy's
May 13, 2026
Business|Europe|Technology|World
Meta seeks to avoid EU fine with free WhatsApp access for rival AI chatbots
Meta Platforms has offered to give rival AI chatbots free access to its social messaging service WhatsApp for a month while it discusses ways to resolve EU
May 13, 2026
Europe|Political|World
US says next Bosnia peace envoy will have more limited role
A top U.S. diplomat said on Tuesday the mandate of Bosnia's next international peace envoy would be more limited, saying that the departure of the German politician currently in the
May 13, 2026
Business|Europe|Technology|World
Ukrainian drone pilots turn a military exercise in Sweden into a critical warning for NATO
Ukrainian drone pilots turned a military exercise in Sweden into a critical warning for NATO
May 12, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World
World markets feel the strain as US–Iran war grinds on
From a rout in Asian currencies to the closure of a low budget
May 12, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
Who are the 'bond vigilantes' exacting a price from Britain's government?
Britain's long-dated government borrowing costs have surged to their highest since 1998 as concern that a potential change in leadership could weaken
May 12, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
For years, graft accusations against his circle did Zelenskiy little harm. Now they hit closer
After years in which Volodymyr Zelenskiy's wartime reputation withstood corruption allegations that swirled around his associates, the
May 12, 2026
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
UK to send drones, jets and warship to join defensive mission securing Strait of Hormuz
Britain said on Tuesday it would contribute autonomous mine-hunting equipment, Typhoon fighter jets and the warship HMS Dragon to a multinational defensive mission aimed at
May 12, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World
Less than two years after landslide, unloved Starmer battles to save his job
Keir Starmer was once hailed as the leader who would bring pragmatism and stability to Britain after years of political chaos.
May 12, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political
Hungary PM Magyar targets new economic model, gives key ministers veto over legislation
Hungary's new prime minister, Peter Magyar, on Tuesday gave veto powers over legislation to four ministers including Finance Minister Andras Karman, who
May 12, 2026
Europe|Political|World
The Latest: Starmer fights for political survival as calls for his resignation grow in UK
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is fighting for his political survival after a disastrous set of results in local elections for his Labour Party last week
May 12, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Kremlin releases video of Putin out and about in Moscow after Western bunker claims
The Kremlin has released a video of Vladimir Putin driving in Moscow and meeting an old school teacher in a hotel lobby, after Western media outlets cited a
May 12, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe
Eni explores potential LNG assets deal with big funds, sources say
Italian energy group Eni has asked Morgan Stanley to help it to raise funds from investment firms such as Apollo, KKR and Stonepeak in
May 12, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World
Starlink rival Eutelsat's Q3 revenue meets forecasts as LEO growth offsets video decline
European satellite operator Eutelsat on Tuesday reported third-quarter revenue broadly in line with market expectations, as growth in its low Earth orbit
May 12, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Kremlin, Trump say Ukraine war nearly over after Zelenskiy casts doubt
The Kremlin repeated Russian President Vladimir Putin's assertion that the war in Ukraine was almost over on Tuesday and U.S.
May 12, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
UK's Starmer defies calls to quit, says he's getting on with governing
Prime Minister Keir Starmer defied calls to resign on Tuesday, telling ministers he would get on with governing despite
May 12, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology
Tesla ups investment in boost to Berlin battery cell production
U.S. electric vehicle maker Tesla will increase its investment in battery cell production at its plant outside Berlin by almost $250 million, boosting its capacity target
May 12, 2026
Business|Europe|Political|Technology|World
EU takes aim at TikTok, Meta's 'addictive designs' for teens
The head of the European Commission called on Tuesday for more protections for children against the "addictive designs" of social media
May 12, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel|World
What is the Schengen Shuffle and who’s doing it?
What is the Schengen Shuffle and who’s doing it?
May 12, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|World
Ukraine officials say Zelenskyy's ex-chief of staff is a suspect in a money-laundering probe
Two national agencies fighting corruption in Ukraine have named Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s former chief of staff as an official suspect in a major graft investigation
May 12, 2026
Crime|Europe|Technology|World
Greece says attack sea drone found on island is Ukrainian, calls incident 'extremely serious'
Greece’s defense minister has confirmed that a military sea drone discovered on a Greek island last week is Ukrainian built
May 12, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World
Stellantis CEO says partnerships will be part of future strategy
Stellantis Chief Executive Antonio Filosa said on Tuesday partnerships would be a key part of the automaker's future strategy, as it prepares to present a new multi-year
May 12, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Private credit funds slash loan values as borrower stress rises
Private credit funds have marked down more than a tenth of their loans by at least 50%, new data from
May 12, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe
Italy industry output posts solid gain in March as Iran war impact awaited
Italian industrial output rose by 0.7% in March compared to the previous month, data showed on Tuesday, offering some hope to the country's long-struggling manufacturing
May 12, 2026
Business|Europe|Technology|World
TikTok challenges EU 'gatekeeper' status at Europe's top court
Bytedance's social media platform TikTok on Tuesday made a last- ditch attempt at Europe's top court to scrap its designation as a "gatekeeper" under EU
May 12, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology
OpenAI gives European companies access to its latest models to bolster resilience
U.S. artificial intelligence giant OpenAI said it was granting access to its latest models including GPT-5.5-Cyber to Deutsche Telekom, BBVA and dozens more
May 12, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World
India's Hindu RSS lobbies groups abroad to counter minority rights criticism
By Krishna N.
May 12, 2026
Africa|Economy|Europe|Political|World
France's Macron unveils a $27 billion investment in Africa at a partnership summit in Kenya
French President Emmanuel Macron has announced new investments in Africa at a summit held in Kenya
May 12, 2026
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
First on CNN: New report details ‘systematic’ rape and sexual violence during Hamas’ Oct 7 attack on Israel
First on CNN: New report details ‘systematic’ rape and sexual violence during Hamas’ Oct 7 attack on Israel
May 12, 2026
Election|Europe|Political|World
What happens if the UK's Starmer quits, or is challenged?
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's position is under serious threat after senior minister Wes Streeting quit and dozens of Labour lawmakers called for him to set out a
February 10, 2026
Business|Europe|Technology|World
Meta loses court fight over compensation to Italian publishers
Meta Platforms on Tuesday lost its fight against an Italian regulatory order that it should compensate publishers for using snippets of their news
May 12, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World
Investors ramp up bets on Bank of England rate hikes
Investors increased their bets on the Bank of England raising rates in the coming months as global markets responded to the latest increase in tensions in the Strait of
May 12, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Science|Technology
Thyssenkrupp Nucera halts hiring in high-cost countries as Q2 loss widens
Thyssenkrupp Nucera has frozen hiring in high-cost countries as part of broader saving measures, it said on Tuesday, after its second-
May 12, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Travel|World
Iran war creates new must-have for summer holidays: the plan B
Greg Abbott is planning his summer holiday with half an eye on the Iran war.
May 12, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets
Siemens Energy accelerates share buyback after Q2 cash flow jumps
Siemens Energy will accelerate its standing share buyback programme after posting a 42% increase in pre-tax free cash flow, the company said on Tuesday, benefitting from
May 12, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets
Vanguard targets doubling European assets to $1 trillion by 2030
Vanguard will expand its product range for everyday investors in Europe, aiming to roughly double its regional assets to $1 trillion within five years and
May 12, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Science|Technology
The barista is human but an AI agent runs this experimental Swedish cafe
The coffee might be poured by a human hand, but behind the counter something far less traditional is calling the shots at an experimental cafe in Stockholm
May 11, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Man suspected of plotting violent attack had sought to target Louvre, officials say
A 27-year-old man suspected of plotting a violent attack and of planning to join Islamic State in Syria or Mozambique had sought to target a Parisian museum and the Jewish
May 12, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World
UK consumers cut spending for first time since late 2024, Barclays card data shows
British consumers, shaken by the widening economic fallout from the Iran war, cut their spending last month for the first time since November 2024 as they focused on essentials
May 12, 2026
Entertainment|Europe|Health|Sports|World
PWHL postpones Minnesota-Montreal Game 5 out of player safety illness concerns
The fifth and deciding game of the PWHL's semifinal playoff series between Minnesota and Montreal scheduled for Monday night has been postponed
May 12, 2026
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World
UK leader Starmer fights to save premiership as scores of Labour lawmakers urge him to resign
UK leader Starmer fights to save premiership as scores of Labour lawmakers urge him to resign
May 12, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
A Texas man accused of killing his pregnant wife fled to Italy weeks before trial. He’s asking a judge not to send him back
A Texas man accused of killing his pregnant wife fled to Italy weeks before trial. He’s asking a judge not to send him back
May 12, 2026
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World
UK's Starmer under renewed pressure as lawmakers urge him to quit
Keir Starmer came under renewed pressure on Monday when four ministerial aides stepped down and more than 70 Labour
May 11, 2026
Europe|Sports
Acrobatic late goal gives Bologna surprise win at Napoli
A stoppage time goal from Jonathan Rowe has given Bologna a 3-2 win against Napoli in a pulsating Serie A encounter
May 12, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Zelenskiy's ex-chief of staff named as suspect in major corruption probe
Ukrainian authorities on Monday named President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's powerful former chief of staff as a suspect in a major corruption probe, a move likely to pile
May 12, 2026
Europe|World
EU ministers agree on sanctions targeting violent West Bank settlers
European Union foreign ministers reached an agreement on Monday on new sanctions targeting violent Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank, as well as leading Hamas
May 11, 2026
Europe|Health|Political|World
Georgia elects new patriarch of influential Orthodox Church
Orthodox Christian bishops in Georgia elected a new patriarch, Shio III, on Monday, in what is a pivotal juncture for the South Caucasus country where the Church plays an
May 11, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Zelenskiy holds call with UAE counterpart
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Monday discussed with the United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan UAE's assistance in bringing Ukrainians back from
May 11, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|World
Eurovision's other Israel-related challenge: new voting rules
This week's Eurovision Song Contest, already stung by boycotts over Israeli participation, is also facing a test of new public-voting rules introduced to
May 11, 2026
Asia|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
India's Modi to begin five-nation tour, including UAE, amid Middle East crisis
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a five-nation tour taking in the United Arab Emirates and Europe from May 15-20, India's foreign ministry said in a statement on
May 11, 2026
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe
New Beatles fan experience set to open in London in 2027
The Beatles are returning to one of their iconic sites with a new fan experience in London
May 11, 2026
Europe|Political|World
EU ministers dismiss Putin's idea of role for Schroeder in future security talks
European governments on Monday rejected a suggestion by Russian President Vladimir Putin that former German chancellor Gerhard Schroeder
May 11, 2026
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|World
Indie films race for Cannes top prize with big studios absent
Tales of war, grief and artificial intelligence join a race for the 2026 Cannes Film Festival's top prize from Tuesday, in a
May 11, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Ukraine's Zelenskiy: Russia has no intention of ending this war
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Monday that Russia has no intention of ending the more than four-year-old war with his country and Kyiv was preparing for further
May 11, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
EU targets Russians with sanctions over the abduction of thousands of Ukrainian children
The European Union has imposed sanctions on 16 officials accused of helping Russia abduct tens of thousands of children from Ukraine
May 11, 2026
Business|Europe|Science|Technology|World
EU says OpenAI offers to open access to cybersecurity model, Anthropic not there yet
The European Commission on Monday welcomed an offer by U.S. artificial intelligence giant OpenAI to provide open access to its cybersecurity features, but said its rival
May 11, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Hungary's race to access EU's 10.4 billion euros is ambitious but possible - officials
Hungary is racing to meet an August 31 deadline to become eligible for 10.4 billion euros ($12.2 billion) from the European Union's post-pandemic
May 11, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
ICC confirms it has issued arrest warrant for Duterte ally
The International Criminal Court on Monday confirmed it had issued an arrest warrant for a longtime ally of former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte,
May 11, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
European shares muted as markets weigh US-Iran deadlock
European shares ended Monday's session flat, constrained by a drop in luxury stocks, while stalled U.S.-Iran peace negotiations drove oil prices
May 11, 2026
Arts|Europe|Political|World
Italy's Culture Ministry rocked by dismissals as Meloni struggles to reshape landscape
Italy's Culture Minister Alessandro Giuli has sacked two senior aides after uproar over denied funding for a documentary, adding to turbulence at a ministry
May 11, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
Blackstone to acquire Greek e-commerce platform Skroutz from CVC
Blackstone will acquire Greek e-commerce platform Skroutz from CVC Capital Partners Fund VII, CVC said on Monday.
May 11, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology
Europe's EV investments near 200 billion euros, New Automotive data shows
Countries in the European Economic Area and Switzerland have committed almost 200 billion euros ($235 billion) to their electric vehicle (EV)
May 11, 2026
Crime|Education|Europe|Political|World
EU imposes sanctions on Russia individuals, entities in Russia over Ukrainian children
The European Union has imposed sanctions on 16 individuals and seven entities in Russia for systematic unlawful deportation of Ukrainian children, the EU Council said in a
May 11, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Former Polish justice minister who faces prosecution at home says he's traveled from Hungary to US
A former Polish justice minister sought in his homeland for alleged abuse of power says he has traveled from Hungary to the U.S. Prosecutors in Poland said on Monday that they’re investigating whether he was assisted in evading liability
May 11, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Poland says it wants answers after fugitive ex-minister leaves Hungary for US
Poland will seek answers about how a former minister wanted on abuse of power charges managed to travel from Hungary to the United States, a foreign ministry spokesperson
May 11, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|Science
Hungary to review Paks nuclear plant expansion, ministerial nominee says
Hungary will review the financing and implementation of the Paks nuclear power plant expansion project, the nominee for economy and
May 11, 2026
Europe|Health|World
A French passenger from hantavirus-hit ship has tested positive for the virus
A French passenger who was on a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak has tested positive for the virus and her condition is deteriorating, French Health Minister
May 11, 2026
Economy|Europe|World
Norway's April core inflation rises in line with expectations
Norway's annual core inflation rose in line with expectations in April, Statistics Norway (SSB) data showed on Monday, supporting expectations interest rates could increase
May 11, 2026
Economy|Europe|World
ECB's Kocher sees rate move if inflation outlook does not improve
The European Central Bank will need to adjust interest rates soon if the inflationary outlook does not significantly improve, ECB Governing Council Member Martin Kocher was
May 11, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World
ECB's de Guindos urges prudence on rates in parting shot - FT
The European Central Bank's outgoing Vice President Luis de Guindos urged colleagues, in an interview published on Monday, to be prudent when deciding on an expected
May 11, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|World
Peace progress stalls, AI rally does not
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Tom Westbrook Markets still want to believe that neither the U.S. nor Iran is aiming to escalate their conflict.
May 11, 2026
Europe|Health|Travel|World
Last two evacuation flights from hantavirus-hit ship to depart Monday afternoon
The final two flights to evacuate passengers from the cruise ship hit by a
May 11, 2026
Africa|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World
Changing geopolitics are in focus as France's Macron kicks off Kenya visit for an Africa summit
French President Emmanuel Macron has kicked off a visit to Kenya ahead of a two-day Africa Forward Summit
May 11, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Watched by its grieving coach, Barcelona retains Spanish league title by beating rival Real Madrid
Watched by its grieving coach, Barcelona has won its second straight Spanish league title and 29th overall with a 2-0 win over Real Madrid at Camp Nou
May 10, 2026
Arts|Crime|Europe|Health|Political|World
Jailed Iranian peace laureate Mohammadi moved to hospital in Tehran
Iran's imprisoned Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi has been moved to a hospital in the capital, Tehran, and has been granted a suspension of her sentence on heavy
May 11, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Marie-Louise Eta becomes first female head coach to win a Bundesliga game
Union Berlin’s Marie-Louise Eta became the first female head coach to win a game in European soccer’s top five men’s leagues as she oversaw a 3-1 victory against Mainz in the German Bundesliga
May 10, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Flick says 'I will never forget this day' as Barcelona wins La Liga after death of coach's father
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick was in the dugout for Sunday’s clasico against Real Madrid following the death of his father, with the Catalan club winning its second consecutive Spanish league title
May 11, 2026
Europe|Health|Travel|World
Tenerife port home to scenes of worry and relief as passengers depart hantavirus-hit ship
Tenerife port home to scenes of worry and relief as passengers depart hantavirus-hit ship
May 11, 2026
Europe|World
Latvian defence minister resigns after Ukrainian drones hit oil tanks
Latvian Defence Minister Andris Spruds resigned on Sunday, after
May 10, 2026
Crime|Europe|Finance|Political|World
Israel deports 2 activists detained for leading an aid flotilla to Gaza
Israel has deported two activists detained for over a week after leading an aid flotilla attempting to break the naval blockade of Gaza
May 10, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|US|World
Ukraine, Russia trade accusations of violating US-backed ceasefire
A U.S.-mediated ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine appeared under serious strain on its second day on Sunday, with both sides accusing the other of violating the
May 10, 2026
Business|Economy|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World
Britain's Starmer fights for his job as calls for his ouster grow after local election losses
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is fighting for his job after poor local election results for his Labour Party
May 10, 2026
Europe|Health|Travel|World
Evacuation flights leave Tenerife after cruise ship virus outbreak
Groups of passengers and crew disembarked from a cruise ship hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak on Sunday to be evacuated to
May 10, 2026
Asia|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Kremlin accuses Armenia of providing platform for Ukraine's Zelenskiy, agencies report
Russia accused Armenia on Sunday of providing Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy with "a platform for anti-Russian remarks", in a further sign of a chill in relations
May 10, 2026
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle
Armani could split 15% stake among L'Oreal, LVMH, EssilorLuxottica, report says
Italian fashion house Giorgio Armani is considering selling a 15% stake in three equal parts following the designer's death, potentially bringing in three buyers he had
May 10, 2026
Europe|World
Germany sceptical on Putin's suggestion of Schroeder role in Ukraine peace talks
Germany dismissed on Sunday a suggestion from Russian President Vladimir Putin that former Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder could coordinate talks with the European Union to
May 10, 2026
Africa|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World
Rebels jeered Putin’s troops out of a key African town. Now his regional grip is slipping away
Rebels jeered Putin’s troops out of a key African town. Now his regional grip is slipping away
May 10, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World
Germany revives effort to buy US Tomahawks, FT reports
Germany is reviving efforts to buy Tomahawk cruise missiles from the U.S., the Financial Times reported on Sunday, citing people with knowledge of Berlin's strategy.
May 10, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Putin says he thinks Russia-Ukraine war is coming to an end
Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Saturday that he thought the Ukraine war was coming to an end, remarks that came just
May 10, 2026
Europe|Health|Science|Travel|US|World
WHO chief reassures ‘worried’ Tenerife residents ahead of hantavirus ship arrival expected Sunday
WHO chief reassures ‘worried’ Tenerife residents ahead of hantavirus ship arrival expected Sunday
May 08, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Moscow marks Victory Day with a scaled down Red Square parade under tight security
Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed confidence in a victory in Ukraine during a military parade in Moscow marking the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II
May 09, 2026
Election|Europe|World
Hungary’s Péter Magyar sworn in as prime minister, ending Viktor Orbán’s 16-year rule
Hungary's Péter Magyar has taken his oath of office to become the country's new prime minister, ending Viktor Orbán’s autocratic 16-year rule
May 09, 2026