2026-05-05

Health news

Hantavirus ship evacuees to be taken to the Netherlands, operator says

The ship has been at the centre of an international health scare since Saturday after it was revealed that the rare disease was suspected of being behind the deaths of three of its passengers.

05/05/2026

United Arab Emirates

Gulf braces itself for potential escalation with Iran

The Gulf is bracing itself for what could be a major escalation in the Iran war. Attacks against the UAE took place on Monday, the first since the ceasefire was announced in April.

05/05/2026

Europe News

Portugal arrests further 15 police officers in rape and torture probe

According to the Portuguese press, the victims were mainly undocumented foreigners, homeless people or drug users.

05/05/2026

Ukraine

Russia strikes Ukraine as Zelenskyy denounces Moscow's 'cynicism'

On Monday, Moscow announced a ceasefire during its World War II victory celebrations over 9 May, while Kyiv has said it will halt fire over 6 May.

05/05/2026

Economy

ADB unveils €65bn plan for energy and digital connectivity

At its annual meeting in Samarkand, the Bank outlined a programme focused on cross-border energy and digital infrastructure.

05/05/2026

Europe News

Son of Myanmar's ousted leader appeals to Macron for proof of life

The military's 2021 takeover prompted widespread public protests, whose violent suppression by security forces triggered an armed resistance that has now led to a state of civil war.

05/05/2026

Europe News

EU trade chief urges US to ‘swiftly’ restore 15% tariff arrangement

EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič met US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer ahead of what is expected to be a tense round of negotiations between EU countries and MEPs over the implementation of the EU-US trade deal, as Washington pushes the EU to rapidly eliminate tariffs on US goods.

05/05/2026

Azerbaijan

Kallas visits Baku to advance 'strategic partnership' with Azerbaijan

The EU's High Representative Kaja Kallas met Azerbaijan’s leadership in Baku for talks to advance what she called “our strategic interest” in connectivity between the EU, the South Caucasus and Central Asia, and to contribute to the regional peace process.

05/05/2026

Europe News

Kyiv slams Egypt for taking Russian‑shipped grain stolen from Ukraine

Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said on Tuesday that Egypt has received a fourth shipment of stolen Ukrainian grain via Russia, accusing Cairo of violating its promises.

05/05/2026

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05/05/2026

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Russian soldiers rehearse Victory Day parade amid fears of Ukrainian attacks

Russian troops marched through central Moscow during a rehearsal for the upcoming Victory Day parade, which will take place without heavy military equipment.

05/05/2026

Travel News

Jet fuel crisis: Airlines cut 13,000 flights and two million seats

Airlines across the world have cut thousands of May flights and scaled back capacity as the jet fuel shortage begins to bite, raising the risk of disruption for families travelling over the half term break.

05/05/2026

Europe Today

Short conflict in the Middle East or recession in Europe, IMF warns

The IMF’s outlook for Europe remains closely tied to geopolitical developments. A prolonged crisis risks tipping Europe into recession.

05/05/2026

Business

Split over market supervision threatens EU competitiveness plans

Despite intensifying debate in Brussels on reaching agreement over more harmonised rules for capital markets supervision, member states remain divided, risking delays to Europe’s competitiveness agenda.

05/05/2026

Europe News

Ukraine strikes Russian army facility 1,000km into Moscow's territory

Ukraine launched a long-range strike against Russia’s military site over 1,000 km from its border, just days before Moscow’s Victory Day parade.

05/05/2026

Earth News

Polish moose increasingly choosing to live in Germany

Moose can cover distances of up to 30km a day.

05/05/2026

Sport

Simeone and Arteta face off in quest for Champions League glory

Atlético Madrid and Arsenal meet tonight in London for a match that will decide who gets to play in the Champions League final, with each team's head coach going into the game with a point to prove.

05/05/2026

Culture news

Wales’ finest musical export: An introduction to Super Furry Animals

Heard of them? Good. In the purge, you survive. "Super Furry What Now?" We've got you covered...

05/05/2026

Iran

Trump urges Iran to 'do the smart thing' and reach a peace deal

Meanwhile, Iran warned the US against any further escalation in the Strait of Hormuz, after a spate of attacks risked reigniting the war.

05/05/2026

Space

Star Wars in real life? Astronomers find 27 possible twin-sun worlds

These shifts, imperceptible to the naked eye, can be the gravitational fingerprint of a planet no one has ever seen.

05/05/2026

Armenia

Macron touts Armenia’s turning point, stealing the show at EPC summit

French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit marked a visible shift for Armenia as he proclaimed “a Europe which goes from Iceland to the Caucasus” while being greeted with adulation — strolling avenues to La Marseillaise, singing Aznavour and receiving a medal to boot.

05/05/2026

Tech News

Cybercriminals gave AI a go — and came away disappointed, study finds

New research from the University of Edinburgh found that hackers had little success in using AI tools in their work, either directly in their scams or in developing more effective tools.

05/05/2026

Explore

İstanbul luxury: where ancient heritage meets the Bosphorus

In partnership with GoTürkiye

From Ottoman palaces to ancient rituals, İstanbul is redefining high-end travel by rooting modern sophistication in its deep cultural history.

05/05/2026

Culture news

Iran pulls out of Venice Biennale amid high tensions in Middle East

The Islamic Republic of Iran has withdrawn from the 2026 Venice Biennale just days before the opening exhibition as fears remain high of renewed conflict in the Middle East.

05/05/2026

Travel News

World Cup hotel boom may ‘fall short of expectations’ in US

A new report by the American Hotel & Lodging Association says anticipated demand ‘has not translated into strong hotel bookings’ and that domestic travellers are ‘outpacing’ international visitors.

05/05/2026

Europe News

Romania's pro-EU coalition collapses after PM fails no-confidence vote

Romania has faced a long period of instability and the country is grappling with one of the highest budget deficits in the EU, rampant inflation and a technical recession.

05/05/2026

The Cube

Can US law stop Trump from withdrawing troops from Europe?

A 2026 US defence law does not prevent troop withdrawals from Europe, but imposes consultations and justifications for major cuts that make such a move more difficult.

05/05/2026

Cinema

Cyclops, beards and a cute puppy: Check out new ‘The Odyssey’ trailer

A new full-length trailer has been released for 'The Odyssey', Sir Christopher Nolan’s 13th feature film and his first since the Oscar-winning 'Oppenheimer'. It looks mighty promising and shrouded in darkness. Literally.

05/05/2026

Health news

Cruise ship infections rise, WHO now confirms eight cases

The WHO has confirmed an eighth hantavirus case linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship in the Atlantic.

05/05/2026

Business

Spanish steel pipe maker Tubos Reunidos goes insolvent after 134 years

The emblem of Basque industry went from strong profitability in 2023 to near-collapse in 2026.

05/05/2026