4 May 2026 | Euronews
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United Arab Emirates Euronews journalist reports Emirates flight to Dubai held at Heathrow during UAE air strikes Toby Gregory reported the atmosphere in the cabin remained calm, with passengers having no concerns about safety due to Emirates' track record of maintaining passenger safety. -
Europe News Russia unilaterally declares Victory Day ceasefire while Zelenskyy tables own truce Russia's defence ministry said last week that there would be no military hardware at the annual parade this year because of fears of long-range attacks by Ukrainian drones. -
Azerbaijan Diplomats survey Karabakh reconstruction as peace settles in European and US diplomats surveyed Azerbaijan’s reconstruction of Karabakh and expressed support for the peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan settling on the region gripped by decades of conflict until 2025. -
Europe News More than 20 bystanders killed in Sweden gangland shootings in three years, police say The innocent victims include people hit by stray bullets, cases of a mistaken identity by the shooter and relatives of targeted gang members, according to police statistics. -
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Europe News Austria expels three Russian Embassy staff over suspected antenna spying in Vienna The Russian Embassy said in a statement on Monday that it had taken note of Austria's "outrageous" decision concerning its employees. -
Europe News At least one killed after car drives into people on street in German city of Leipzig Leipzig is located southwest of Berlin and has more than 630,000 inhabitants, making it one of the biggest cities in eastern Germany. -
Europe News Four migrants found dead near Croatia-Slovenia border, police say More than 12,500 people used the so-called Balkan route in 2025, according to data from the European border agency, Frontex. -
No Comment German minehunter heads to Mediterranean for possible Hormuz mission Germany’s minehunter Fulda departed from Kiel for the Mediterranean as Berlin considers a possible future deployment in the Strait of Hormuz. -
Europe News Six takeaways from the European Political Community in Armenia From Mark Carney's headline-grabbing attendance to Roberta Metsola's sharp rebuke, Euronews breaks down the six takeaways from the European Political Community in Armenia. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | May 4th, 2026 – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 4th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Armenia Armenia tests Moscow’s patience with Zelenskyy visit and EU leaders’ summit One month before the highly anticipated parliamentary elections, Armenia’s Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan set out the country’s foreign policy trajectory with striking clarity, hosting European leaders, the NATO secretary general, and even Ukraine’s president. -
Europe News EU ambassadors hold private discussions on mutual defence clause amid rising geopolitical tensions Representatives from the EU's 27 countries are simulating how to collectively respond to a variety of threats spanning hybrid attacks to typical aggressions. But questions loom regarding the exact details of the scenarios — and outcomes. -
Tech News Everything you need to know about the Meta trial that could reshape social media The landmark trial is entering its second phase, following an earlier jury verdict that already found Meta liable and imposed hundreds of millions of dollars in penalties. -
Health news World's top humanitarian groups sound alarm over 'worsening' attacks on medical care in war zones The Red Cross, the WHO, and Médecins Sans Frontières denounce “failure of political will” to stop attacks on healthcare worldwide. -
Europe News Roberta Metsola clashes with Azerbaijan's Aliyev at European summit in Armenia Aliyev lashed out at the European Parliament over its "obsession" with the country, announcing a suspension of cooperation. Metsola offered a sharp rebuttal in defense of her institution: "Won't change the way we work." -
No Comment Celebrations as Modi’s ruling party poised to take control of India's West Bengal state Supporters of Indian prime minister Narendra Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) celebrate as trends released by the Election Commission show BJP leading in 176 out of 294 seats in West Bengal. -
Travel News Spirit Airlines: What rights do passengers have if an airline collapses? Some travel insurance policies may cover airline insolvency, and those who have booked with a credit card can initiate a chargeback. -
United Arab Emirates Dubai residents take shelter as UAE intercepts Iranian missile and drone strike Euronews journalists reported hearing explosions from air defence intercepts above Dubai after a missile alert on Monday, as the UAE said Iran struck an ADNOC-linked tanker in the Strait of Hormuz. -
Tech News Children are drawing moustaches on their faces to fool online age checks - and it's working A new report reveals that children across the UK are outwitting online safety measures with fake birthdays, borrowed IDs, and some surprisingly creative facial hair. -
The Cube No, Spain isn't handing out thousands of euros to newly regularised migrants Madrid's regularisation programme has been a breeding ground for misinformation ever since it was announced earlier this year. -
Nature ’They know they’re safe’: 1,500 beagle dogs start new lives after being rescued from research lab The rescue has been called a “landmark breakthrough for animal welfare”. -
Design Prix Versailles reveals the world’s most beautiful museums for 2026 The prestigious architectural award Prix Versailles has unveiled its 2026 list of the world’s most beautiful museums. Only one European museum made it... -
Europe News EU moves to ban high-risk inverters from China over cybersecurity threats An EU official stated that 'serious' economic and cybersecurity threats had been identified, adding that the Commission’s evaluation was based on both classified and publicly available information submitted by several member states. -
Europe News Spain seizes record 40-tonne cocaine haul in Atlantic Ocean, Civil Guard union says Spain's close ties with Latin America and proximity to Morocco, a top cannabis producer, make it a key entry point for drugs into Europe. -
No Comment Competitors race and jump at Germany’s Hobby Horse Championship Participants rode stick horses through jumping and dressage events during Germany’s second national Hobby Horse Championship in Frankfurt. -
Europe News German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt wants to retain controls at EU borders Alexander Dobrindt continues to favour controls at the EU's internal borders, saying they should remain part of the current migration policy, despite courts and researchers opposing them. -
Europe News EU and US trade chiefs to meet as tariff tensions escalate The Turnberry deal is still under negotiation between EU governments and lawmakers before it can take effect on the EU side, and the Commission warned that if the US takes actions deemed inconsistent with the agreement, it reserves the right to consider all options. -
Culture news Glitz, glamour, protest: Met Gala sparks calls for boycott over Jeff Bezos takeover The Met Gala faces controversy, with huge names said to be skipping tonight’s event over the involvement of Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos and his wife, Lauren Sánchez. -
Business Anthropic in talks to secure UK-based Fractile AI chips and diversify supply Anthropic is reportedly in discussions to procure high-performance AI chips from Fractile, a London-based start-up. The agreement aims to diversify the hardware supply chain of the Claude creator, namely away from Nvidia. -
Iran Trump says Iran has 'taken some shots' but caused little damage in Strait of Hormuz Meanwhile, a senior admiral said the US had destroyed six Iranian boats and shot down missiles and drones fired at US Navy and commercial vessels by Tehran's forces. -
Economy Shipping giant MSC opens new trade route to bypass Hormuz disruption As tensions choke the Strait of Hormuz, Mediterranean Shipping Company races to keep global trade moving with new route. -
Iran Tehran regime executes three protesters, one 'without evidence' Iran’s judiciary says three protesters detained over the January unrest in the city of Mashhad have been hanged, as rights groups report four murder convicts were executed in a unrelated case in Isfahan. -
Travel News UK airlines to group passengers from different flights on same day to save on jet fuel Carriers will also be able to hand back ‘slots’ at airports without punishment, removing the need to operate controversial ‘ghost flights’. -
Art UK police return ancient artefacts to Centre of Islamic Civilisation after trafficking probe The artefacts will be housed at the Centre of Islamic Civilisation as part of ongoing efforts to trace and recover cultural objects through cooperation with museums and the art market. The handover took place during an international cultural event marking the anniversary programme of Amir Temur. -
Health news Everything to know about hantavirus: Symptoms, spread and cruise ship outbreak details The situation aboard the MV Hondius is continuing to evolve, with three deaths linked to the outbreak. But what is hantavirus and how does it spread? -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | May 4th, 2026 – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 4th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
No Comment Czech competitor wins European Yo-Yo Championship in Bratislava Jakub Dolejs of the Czech Republic claimed the top title in the main 1A category at the European Yo-Yo Championship in Slovakia. -
Culture news Viral divisions: Are you as smart as Donald Trump at math(s)? “Nobody should think he is ok, or think he might be ok, after watching this.” Donald Trump used a rally to dispel rumours surrounding his mental fitness, but a brag led to a percentage example which has sparked viral ridicule. -
Europe News A new Haber–Bosch moment: Europe must rethink its fertiliser production Europe must reinvent fertiliser production to cut agriculture's reliance on fossil fuels and protect jobs in industrial regions, writes Magnolia Tovar, a chemical engineer and expert at a climate innovation think tank, in an opinion piece for Euronews. -
Business GameStop launches $56 billion takeover bid for e-commerce giant eBay The gaming retailer GameStop has launched a surprise $56 billion (€47.8bn) bid to acquire the online marketplace eBay, marking a potential aggressive expansion into global e-commerce. -
Earth News 'Turn off the taps before mopping the floor': Renewables more cost effective than direct air capture Direct air capture has been touted as ‘essential’ in meeting the EU’s climate goals – but is now really the time for investment? -
Europe News Drone strikes Moscow building just days before Russia's Victory Day parade Just days before Russia’s Victory Day parade, a drone reportedly hit a high-rise residential building in Moscow, just kilometres away from the Kremlin. -
Moments This hiking trail in La Gomera has been named one of the world’s best by Lonely Planet Looking to swap your daily walk a view worth going the distance for? New guide book ‘Where to Go When: Hiking’ includes more than 90 routes across Europe and beyond, highlighting the growing popularity of walking tourism. -
No Comment Humanoid robots deployed to direct traffic in China Humanoid robots have been deployed at intersections in the Chinese city of Hangzhou to assist traffic police and guide pedestrians. -
Europe Today Donald Trump's EU car tariffs ‘targeting Germany,’ says key German MEP German MEP Bernd Lange said US President Donald Trump’s threat to impose 25% tariffs on EU cars appears to target Germany, following Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s criticism of the US stance on Iran. However, the move would likely breach the EU–US trade agreement reached last summer. -
Culture news You’ve got a friend in TayTay - Is Taylor Swift planning a ‘Toy Story 5’ song? Taylor Swift has sparked rumours that new music, potentially for the Toy Story 5 soundtrack, could be on the way... A countdown briefly appeared on her official website before being taken down. Now, the clock is back and Swifties are going into overdrive... -
Europe Today Housing crises explodes: rents up by 60% in Europe A coalition of European mayors is set for a high-level meeting with the European Commission and Parliament on the housing crisis. Affordable housing isn’t anymore one of the four pillars of the European social model, warns Roberto Gualtieri, Rome’s mayor, to Euronews. -
Europe Today Watch: The 28th EU member? Why Canada is eyeing a closer bond with Brussels Prime Minister Mark Carney has arrived in Yerevan for the European Political Community Summit, where he is spearheading efforts to create a Middle Powers alliance. But could the world’s "most European" non-European country actually become the 28th EU member state? -
Europe Today EU-US relationship expected to pull focus in Armenia The European Political Community (EPC) in the Armenian capital has attracted 47 leaders from around the world, including Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. US President Donald Trump's trade and defence announcements are expected to be interrogated. -
Culture news When 2 million voices met one stage: How Shakira made music history in Copacabana Rio de Janeiro once again turned Copacabana into the world's biggest stage. Shakira performed on Saturday in front of two million people in a free concert that the city's mayor described as historic and will generate some $155 million for the local economy. -
EU.XL DMA review: is the EU’s digital economy stronger? What is the Digital Markets Act (DMA)? In 2022, the EU set out to impose strict "do’s and don’ts" on tech giants. Two years after implementation, the Commission is reviewing how successful it’s been. -
No Comment Participants compete to lure worms from the ground at quirky UK festival Contestants gathered in southern England for the annual “Wormcharming” competition, attempting to coax worms from the ground without digging. -
Cinema Oscars: New rules announced - AI actors and scripts cannot win awards The Academy has updated its rules for how artificial intelligence is used, including one that says all screenplays must be humanly created. There are more ambiguous statements regarding acting, however... -
Culture news Fighters, legends and beloved indie bands: What to see, do or hear this week in Europe Marina Abramović marks her upcoming 80th birthday with a new exhibition in Venice, 2000's band Broken Social Scene return, and Mortal Kombat II brings arcade fun to the big screen. Here's what to look out for this week. -
Health news Three people die on cruise ship in the Atlantic from suspected hantavirus infection Three more people on the Dutch cruise ship have fallen ill, one of them has been taken to a hospital in South Africa. The hantavirus is spread by rats and very rarely spreads from human to human. -
Economy Irish economic miracle explained: Why all that glitters isn't gold Ireland's GDP soared 12.3% in 2025 — but it was a mirage. Pharma multinationals front-loaded €25.4bn of exports to the US in March alone, ahead of Trump's tariffs. Now the first quarter of 2026 sees a contraction. -
EU.XL How is the EU breaking the 'grip' of tech giants? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot The Commission's first formal review found the Digital Market Act (DMA) “fit for purpose”. While critics warn against procedural compliance issues, the Parliament asks for smoother implementation. Do you want to know how the DMA regulates online platforms? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot. -
Europe Today Europe Today: Merz–Trump clash deepens over US troop pullout as European leaders meet in Armenia Tune in to Europe Today, Euronews' flagship morning programme at 8 am Brussels time. In just 20 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day. -
Markets Oil prices edge up despite Trump vowing action in Hormuz tensions Oil prices rose slightly in early trading on Monday as investors monitored Iran war developments. Brent crude and WTI front month contracts are trading around 1% higher at around $109 and $103 per barrel respectively. -
Ecotech Dune-esque, record-breaking solar city puts Türkiye first place in the renewables race Experts say the nation is fast becoming a renewable pioneer for the region. -
Health news Mediterranean diet may support pregnancy in women undergoing artificial insemination, study finds A Spanish study finds that the Mediterranean diet favours a more stable and healthy environment in the micro-organisms of women with primary infertility who manage to become pregnant. -
Destinations Is Malta the latest European country to grapple with overtourism? A recent poll has found that Maltese public opinion is split on whether visitor footfall is ‘just about right’ or ‘excessive’. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | May 4th, 2026 – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 4th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Tech News What is Mark Zuckerberg’s Biohub and can it build AI models of human cells to cure all disease? Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan’s Biohub is investing $500 million to build AI models of human cells, as tech giants race to bring artificial intelligence into biology. -
The Big Question Child labour, exploitation and deforestation: Is this the true taste of chocolate? “Let's compete at shelf but let's collaborate in the supply chain,” the CEO of Tony’s Chocolonely told Euronews. -
Business UAE, Qatar seek new Gulf-Asia trade corridor in landmark agreement with South Korea The UAE signed a landmark trade deal with South Korea, the day after it left OPEC, while Qatar is also engaging with Seoul for its own trade agreement. The Gulf states are paving a structural trade corridor with Asia. -
Travel News UAE airspace fully reopens as flights set to surge back after months of Middle East disruption The UAE has restored full air operations after months of disruption caused by the US-Israel conflict with Iran, marking a major step towards recovery for regional travel and key hubs, including Dubai and Abu Dhabi.