2023-05-05

World News

Building Europe in uncertain times: State of Union sets ambitious goal

Building Europe in times of uncertainty is this year's theme for the 12th edition of the State of the Union conference this weekend.

05/05/2023

World News

Does measuring GDP help or hinder our economic well-being?

Euronews Correspondent Sasha Vakulina and a panel of top policymakers and experts discuss how financial well-being, rising inequality and the cost-of-living crisis might be better tackled outside of standardised GDP outlooks, ahead of the Beyond Growth 2023 Conference.

05/05/2023

World News

Messi apologises to PSG after unauthorised trip to Saudi Arabia

The future of the 35-year-old star striker, who has a role as a tourism ambassador for Saudi Arabia, remains in doubt amid reports linking him to Saudi side Al Hilal and Inter Miami in the MLS.

05/05/2023

Sudan

UN says seven children are being killed or injured every hour in Sudan

The United Nations says its sources are reporting that seven children are being killed or injured every hour in Sudan's war, and it's feared the numbers may be much higher.

05/05/2023

My Europe Series

State of the Union: The EU plans ramp up of weapon production

The EU is hoping that the €500 million it is putting on the table will unleash a wave of investments to boost the production of weapons in the bloc to support Ukraine and replenish domestic stocks.

05/05/2023

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WATCH: Heavy police presence in Serbia after second mass shooting

A shooter in Serbia killed at least eight people and wounded 13 in a drive-by attack in the village of Dubona late Thursday.

05/05/2023

World News

Villages in Spain face drinking water shortage amid persistant drought

Local residents in villages to the north of Cordoba are receiving water deliveries by truck after record temperatures and drought caused a drinking water basin to dry up.

05/05/2023

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | May 5th – Evening

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

05/05/2023

Culture news

Digital works go "Beyond the Screen" at London art show

London's HOFA gallery is hosting a new show that puts digital artworks in the spotlight, bridging the gap between the crypto and art worlds.

05/05/2023

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Buddhist celebration in Kathmandu

Worshippers celebrate Buddha's birthday in Nepal.

05/05/2023

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WATCH: Naples explodes with joy after long-awaited Scudetto win

After 33 years of waiting, it was always going to be a big party.

05/05/2023

World News

After two mass shootings, Serbia's gun control debate heats up

In the aftermath of two mass shootings in Serbia, experts say gun ownership in the country is among the highest in the world.

05/05/2023

Europe News

'If we don't support Ukraine, it'll fall in a matter of days': Borrell

Speaking in Florence, Josep Borrell reflected on the transformational changes that have swept the EU since the Kremlin launched the invasion of Ukraine.

05/05/2023

Nature

Spain’s water crisis puts one of Europe’s biggest wetlands at risk

Drought is threatening the Donana wetland and scientists say farmers in the region are making the problem worse.

05/05/2023

Money

Bhutan's big secret: Sustainable crypto-mining to fund its economy

The South Asian kingdom hopes to become the second country in the world to run its state-owned crypto mine.

05/05/2023

World News

WHO downgrades COVID pandemic, says it's no longer 'global emergency'

The World Health Organization said Friday that COVID-19 no longer qualifies as a global emergency, marking a symbolic end to the devastating coronavirus pandemic that triggered once-unthinkable lockdowns, upended economies worldwide and killed at least 7 million people worldwide.

05/05/2023

Travel News

Two European tourists caught taking nude photos in Machu Picchu

Peru increased surveillance at the UNESCO World Heritage site back in 2014 as streaking became a trend.

05/05/2023

Moldova

EU gives extra €40 million loan to Moldova

The EU has released the money as a part of its Macro-Financial Assistance to mitigate the effects of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

05/05/2023

Culture news

Here's why you should fear on-screen asparagus

Here's a cinematic and televisual theory to challenge even the staunchest asparagus lover.

05/05/2023

World News

Euroviews. Gender gaps have narrowed. It isn’t over until equal pay is the norm

Simply rewarding men for being more confident in the workplace is inexcusable, Ritu Mohanka writes.

05/05/2023

Work

These new jobs will be in high demand in the next 5 years thanks to AI

AI leads the race in the fastest-growing jobs over the next five years, according to World Economic Forum research. Here are some careers to consider.

05/05/2023

Earth News

Brits think oil giants should pay climate costs as Shell profits surge

The staggering profits from Europe’s biggest oil and gas giant should be a ‘spur’ for climate accountability, says Christian Aid.

05/05/2023

Culture news

"Mind the gap!" Charles records coronation London tube message

Travelling through London during the coronation this weekend? You might encounter a familiar voice.

05/05/2023

World News

Why young adults in Italy and Ireland have to live with their parents

In the second part of our three-part series, Euronews investigates how tourism is proving to be both a blessing and a curse for young people hoping to buy or rent property in Italy and Ireland.

05/05/2023

Turkey

Watch: Ukrainian MP punches Russian politician after flag stunt

Footage has gone viral on social media showing a Ukrainian MP punching and pushing a Russian delegate at a parliamentary assembly in Turkey.

05/05/2023

Ukraine

Ukraine war: Russia's Wagner boss threatens Bakhmut troop pullout

Yevgeny Prigozhin said his forces haven't received enough artillery ammunition supplies from the Russian military since Monday.

05/05/2023

Europe News

Protecting Taiwan is a 'life-and-death matter,' warns Taipei's envoy

Speaking to Euronews, Remus Li-Kuo Chen predicted "devastating and catastrophic repercussions" if the status quo in the Taiwan Strait is altered.

05/05/2023

Home

Could this 'tree house' design help cities cope with climate change?

The trees in this Australian development have been preserved to keep the homes cool and help local wildlife.

05/05/2023

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | May 5th – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

05/05/2023

Travel News

Tourists in this Italian village could be fined €270 for taking selfie

Picturesque Italian villages are suffering from overtourism. Portofino is taking a stand.

05/05/2023