World News More than 70 feared dead after migrant boat capsizes in Mediterranean A boat carrying around 105 people capsized in the central Mediterranean Sea after departing from Libya on Saturday. Two bodies were recovered and at least 70 are missing, according to NGOs Mediterranea Saving Humans and Sea-Watch. 05/04/2026
World News Pope Leo XIV calls for peace in first Easter blessing as pontiff In his first Easter blessing, Pope Leo XIV urged "those who have the power to unleash wars" to "choose peace" as Christians around the world celebrate Easter Sunday. 05/04/2026
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | April 5th, 2026 – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 5th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 05/04/2026
United Arab Emirates Iran war suspends Easter church gatherings in Dubai Due to safety concerns as Iran’s attacks continue, churches in Dubai suspended Easter in-person masses to avoid large gatherings. Catholic Christians in the UAE and the Gulf have embraced Easter’s message with hope and defiance amid the constant threat. 05/04/2026
Health news New state medical insurance system to reshape healthcare access The reform will introduce digital referrals, a national health insurance fund and a guaranteed package of medical services funded through the state budget. Officials say the changes aim to improve efficiency, expand access and reduce informal payments. 05/04/2026
Tech News Humanoid robots inspire a new generation to build machines Uzbekistan has signed an agreement with South Korea’s ROBOTIS to launch humanoid robot production, marking a major step in its high-tech ambitions. At the same time, students across the country are learning robotics and programming, gaining skills that could prepare them for careers in the emerging 05/04/2026
Europe News Explosives found near gas pipeline to Hungary, Vučić says Serbian president Aleksandar Vučić has said that explosives were found by police near a pipeline that carries gas from Russia to Serbia and Hungary, but did not elaborate on potential suspects or their motives. 05/04/2026
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | April 5th, 2026 – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 5th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 05/04/2026
Culture news Dirt detective digs at German castle ruins without permission Germany's cultural heritage community is embroiled in a row after an amateur archaeologist uncovered an ancient construction. The problem however is that he didn't have permission to dig at the site of Metilstein Castle near Eisenach. 05/04/2026
Culture news Rare Marilyn Monroe artefacts unveiled ahead of Hollywood Icon exhibit Previewed in New York, the Icon Collection brings together clothing, documents and personal artefacts - including Monroe’s final signed cheque and items linked to her famous 1962 performance for President JFK. 05/04/2026
Europe News Zelenskyy warns US-Iran war could divert critical aid from Ukraine President Zelenskyy has warned that a prolonged US-Israeli war with Iran is threatening the supply of vital Patriot missiles and boosting Russia’s economy through surging oil prices. 05/04/2026
Brussels, My Love? Podcast: Brussels Naked and more book picks beyond the headlines In this special episode, we step away from the headlines and into the world of books. With the help of Brussels-based author Irina Papancheva and Stefan Grobe, we share some reading recommendations for the long weekend. 05/04/2026
Space Artemis II spacecrew prepare for historic moon flyby The Artemis II crew is preparing for a historic lunar flyby that will take them farther from Earth than any previous human, documenting never-before-seen views of the Moon's far side. 05/04/2026
Art Leipzig Eierlei festival celebrates the art of Easter egg decoration For some painting eggs is an integral part of Easter, but exhibitors at the Eierlei Festival in Leipzig take this tradition to a new level as craft and art experts show what can be done with supposedly "simple" decorations. 05/04/2026
Iran US pilot rescued as Trump again threatens to hit Iran infrastructure A US military pilot has been found in Iran after a search-and-rescue mission. Soon after, US President Donald Trump issued a threat to Iranian infrastructure if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed in a profanity-laden social media post. 05/04/2026
Business Portugal among EU countries with most people working 50 hours per week A recent Randstad analysis indicates that only Greece, Cyprus and France have a higher percentage of employees habitually working 49 hours or more per week than in Portugal. 05/04/2026
Destinations Essential travel apps you need to download for a trip to Europe From trains and translation to booking stays and splitting costs, these are the apps that can make travelling around Europe much easier. 05/04/2026
Culture news Why are Catholic and Orthodox Easter celebrations on different dates? To understand why Catholic and Orthodox Christians celebrate Easters on different dates you have to go back more than 400 years, to ten days that didn't exist... 05/04/2026
Ecotech ‘Become a gift, rather than a burden’ when you die: Compost your body Is rebirth on your mind this Easter? Human composting turns your body into ‘beautiful, stunning’ soil when you die. 05/04/2026
Business Cocoa shortage: Why your Easter chocolate costs more than before Cocoa and chocolate prices in Europe rose significantly faster than overall inflation ahead of Easter. Easter supplies depend on increasingly fragile supply chains. 05/04/2026
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | April 5th, 2026 – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 5th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 05/04/2026
Health news Pollen season is getting longer. Here’s how to protect yourself With pollen season starting earlier and lasting longer across Europe, allergy sufferers face a growing annual challenge, but a few small habits can make a difference. 05/04/2026