The Europe Conversation Europe needs to be more radical on the energy crisis. But how? EU Climate Commissioner explains
The Europe Conversation Europe needs to be more radical on the energy crisis. But how? EU Climate Commissioner explains
Markets Ten years of Brexit: How have UK equities and the pound performed? A decade after the 2016 referendum, the FTSE 100 has trailed Wall Street and continental Europe, the pound is weaker against the dollar and the euro, and roughly $160 billion has been pulled from UK equity funds. The story, however, is no longer one-way. 05/05/2026
Travel News Pilots wanted for $100k role, but they won’t leave the ground British Airways is recruiting experienced wide-body pilots to taxi aircraft between terminals at Chicago O’Hare, for one of the most unusual aviation jobs out there, offering a decent salary without ever taking off. 05/05/2026
Europe Today Sweden announces new spy agency in rethink prompted by war in Ukraine Stockholm dropped two centuries of military non-alignment and joined NATO in the wake of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. 05/05/2026
Syria Saydnaya residents demand links to notorious Syrian prison must end Residents of Saidnaya reject linking the town to a nearby military prison, saying the label damages its identity as a city that is home to miracles and a sacred shrine and obscures its actual history of peaceful coexistence. 05/05/2026
World News Nine killed in central Colombia mine explosion caused by gas buildup Mining accidents are common in central Colombia, where dozens of small operators run coal and emerald mines. 05/05/2026
Europe Today NATO still in the dark over US plans to withdraw 5,000 troops The US has not specified to NATO which operations will be impacted as part of the Pentagon's decision to remove 5,000 soldiers from German territory. European nations have been preparing for an eventual change in US force posture, but were not consulted before this announcement. 05/05/2026
Travel News Singapore Airlines to add Starlink from next year High-speed WiFi will be offered to all passengers for free, provided they are a member of the airline’s frequent flyer programme. 05/05/2026
Europe News EU finance ministers urge caution amid Trump tariff threats EU finance ministers meeting in Brussels on Monday and Tuesday sought to downplay US president Donald Trump’s fresh tariff threats. Some viewed his announcement as yet another post on social media by the US President. 05/05/2026
Europe News EU rules fuel Cyprus culling clash as farmers threaten protests Protests are looming in Cyprus as farmers oppose mass culling and demand alternative EU measures. The Veterinary Association says NO. 05/05/2026
The Cube No, the Netherlands didn't 'legalise illegal migration' The Dutch Senate recently rejected a hardline asylum bill, which some are interpreting as overruling the notion that irregular migrants are "illegal" in the eyes of the law. 05/05/2026
Europe News 'We should never have signed this trade deal,' leading MEP says French MEP Aurore Lalucq argues that Donald Trump’s recent tariff threats, which she considers a violation of the EU–US trade agreement, show the EU should not have agreed to the deal, highlighting divisions within the Socialists & Democrats. 05/05/2026
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | May 5th, 2026 – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 5th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 05/05/2026
No Comment Orthodox Jews celebrate Lag BaOmer holiday in Jerusalem Crowds gather around bonfires in Jerusalem to celebrate the Orthodox Jewish holiday of Lag BaOmer. 05/05/2026
Europe News The blackout:Spain targets energy firms as Portugal’s EDP pushes back The Spanish competition authority has opened eight new enquiries in its investigation into the blackout and EDP is one of the companies mentioned. The Portuguese company denies any responsibility. 05/05/2026
Europe News Euroviews. How Russia sells child abduction as rescue - and why some still buy it An opinion piece for Euronews by Maksym Maksymov, who leads efforts to return Ukraine's abducted children: He argues Russia's so-called "rescues" are a systematic campaign to erase identity and a propaganda playbook the world is still falling for. 05/05/2026
Business HSBC profits dip while UniCredit's rise in latest earnings reports HSBC reported a slight contraction in profits while Italy's UniCredit surpassed market expectations as banking institutions navigate a complex landscape defined by geopolitical tensions. 05/05/2026
Azerbaijan Italy’s PM Meloni visits Baku to reinforce key energy links During her visit to Baku, the Italian premier said she wanted Azerbaijan to strengthen its role as an energy hub between Europe and Asia, with Italy serving as "the privileged gateway to the European market." 05/05/2026
Europe Today Europe alone cannot rebuild global order, Brazil’s Ambassador says Brazil’s Ambassador to the EU tells Europe Today that a “functioning and durable new order” has to be rebuilt by all parts of the world, after Canada’s Prime Minister said on Monday that Europe would lead new order. 05/05/2026
Iran Iran threatens European military bases amid Hormuz escalation Iran attacked ships in Hormuz and struck the UAE again as hardliners threatened that European bases could become legitimate targets. Tehran also issued its own Strait of Hormuz navigation map, warning US Navy ships and oil tankers from crossing. 05/05/2026
Europe News Portuguese eyes a seat at the UN table The proposal is in the government's plans until 2030. What does it take to make the Portuguese language official at the UN? 05/05/2026
Europe News 'A deal is a deal': Von der Leyen hits back at Trump's tariff threat The European Union is "prepared for every scenario" if Donald Trump unilaterally hikes tariffs on EU-made cars, says Ursula von der Leyen. 05/05/2026
Culture news Pulitzer Prize winners 2026: Experimental war dramas and Trump chaos Pulitzer Prize judges have awarded the fiction prize to Daniel Kraus for "Angel Down", a World War I narrative told in one long, continuous sentence. The prizes for journalism were dominated by coverage of the Trump administration. 05/05/2026
No Comment Stars including Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt and Serena Williams walk Met Gala red carpet Celebrities arrived at the 2026 Met Gala in New York, showcasing elaborate outfits under this year’s “Fashion is Art” dress code. 05/05/2026
Culture news Britney Spears avoids jail time by pleading guilty to reckless driving Britney Spears pleaded guilty through her lawyer to a lesser charge that will allow her to avoid jail time after California prosecutors accused her of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs. 05/05/2026
Europe News Europe weathers US defence, trade shocks The European Commission's trade boss Maroš Šefčovič heads to Paris to talk business with a senior White House representative, while European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa remain in Armenia to deepen relations in the South Caucasus. 05/05/2026
Europe in Motion Sexual violence and rape offences are rising in the EU, new data shows Reports of rape and sexual violence surge in the EU as the bloc pushes for a consent-based definition of rape. 05/05/2026
EU.XL Two years of DMA: is it really 'fit for purpose'? On 28 April, the European Commission's first formal review of the Digital Markets Act (DMA) found it “fit for purpose”, noting its positive impact on consumers and competition. The Parliament calls for fast-tracking stronger enforcement amid external pushback. 05/05/2026
No Comment Mourners lay flowers and candles in Leipzig after deadly car rampage People gather in Leipzig to lay flowers and light candles near the site where a car ploughed into a crowd in the historic centre, killing two people and injuring several others. 05/05/2026
Culture news Dolly Parton cancels Las Vegas residency due to health issues Dolly Parton has cancelled her Las Vegas residency as she undergoes treatment for health issues. She had sparked fears after postponing the same run of shows last October. 05/05/2026
Lifestyle Met Gala 2026: Best looks from fashion's biggest night of celebration Although some notable stars stayed away from fashion's biggest night in protest over its links with Jeff Bezos, many other celebrities converged at New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art in a stunning show of style and opulence. 05/05/2026