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Iran UAE reports drone and missile attack from Iran as ceasefire is challenged Meanwhile, a shipping data company reported that Iran had created a government agency to vet and tax vessels seeking passage through the crucial Strait of Hormuz. -
United Kingdom UK to summon Chinese ambassador after convictions over spying on Hong Kong dissidents The two men were found to have carried out intel gathering missions on political dissidents residing in the UK wanted by Chinese authorities. One witness reported the pair threatened to arrest him on foreign soil due to his continued opposition. -
Europe News Trump gives EU until 4 July to implement trade deal or face 'much higher' tariffs After speaking with Ursula von der Leyen on Thursday evening, Donald Trump delayed his threat of "much higher" tariffs on the European Union until 4 July. Von der Leyen hailed "good progress" towards implementation. -
Europe News EU critic Rumen Radev named new Bulgarian prime minister Radev won the first outright parliamentary majority in Bulgarian elections since 1997 last month on promises to fight corruption. -
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Europe News ‘We will not be bullied’: MEPs dig in over delayed US trade deal Nine months after the EU and US struck a controversial trade deal, negotiations remain deadlocked as MEPs resist pressure to fast-track approval without safeguards against future American threats. -
The Europe Conversation Europe needs to be more radical on the energy crisis. But how? EU Climate Commissioner explains The only way out of energy crises fueled by the wars in Iran and Ukraine is homegrown energy, EU Climate Commissioner Wopke Hoekstra told Euronews. "We owe it to our citizens and our companies." -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | May 7th, 2026 – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 7th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Health news The surprising way your dinner is secretly affecting your sleep A study led by the University of Granada and published in the European Journal of Nutrition found that what you eat for dinner can affect how well you sleep and even influence your breakfast choices the next morning. -
Europe News Ukrainian negotiator in US in bid to revive talks with Russia, Zelenskyy says US-mediated talks on ending Europe's worst conflict since World War II have shown little progress since February, when Washington shifted focus to its war with Iran. -
Europe News Sweden plans electronic bracelets to monitor children at risk of gang recruitment Criminal gangs in Sweden increasingly recruit children to commit crimes, knowing they will not face prison time if caught as the age of criminal responsibility is 15. -
Spain Tenerife locals 'concerned but calm' as hantavirus-hit cruise ship approaches Residents in southern Tenerife say it is “business as usual” despite concerns over a cruise ship linked to a hantavirus outbreak. Officials report no symptomatic cases on board, while tourism activity and bookings remain largely unaffected. -
Sport IOC lifts Olympic ban on Belarus' athletes but Russians still barred from competiton The IOC executive board released a statement saying that it "no longer recommends any restrictions on the participation of Belarusian athletes, including teams." -
Destinations Budapest awaits: A football travel guide to the 2026 Champions League final host city Hungary’s capital will welcome thousands of PSG and Arsenal fans for European football’s showpiece fixture on 30 May. -
Culture news Fading Echo: Can independent gaming studios survive AI - and battle for a better future? Euronews Culture speaks to Elise Marchouba, Senior Producer at independent game developer Emeteria, about the upcoming game Fading Echo, the stereotypes still clinging onto the gaming community, and the challenges facing the video game industry. -
Vatican US underlines 'strong relationship' with Vatican as Rubio meets pope after Trump criticism Rubio's visit comes after US President Trump accused the pope of being "weak on crime and terrible for foreign policy" after he made critical comments about the Iran war. -
Europe News EU steps up coordination on hantavirus but insists risks for citizens are 'low' "According to the current situation, there is no cause for concern at the moment," the European Commission said about the hantavirus outbreak. -
Health news After coronavirus, should we fear hantavirus? Here is what you need to know A deadly hantavirus outbreak has unfolded aboard the Dutch cruise ship MV Hondius, leaving three passengers dead and several others infected. Here’s what you need to know. -
Europe News Greek coastguard accused of migrant boat pushback in Aegean Sea, NGO says At least 1,209 migrants have died or gone missing in the Mediterranean since the beginning of the year, according to the International Organisation for Migration. -
Africanews Middle East war will slow down economic growth in Africa as cost of living crisis soars, IMF warns According to the IMF's report, regional growth is expected to decline by 0.3 percentage points, and some 20 million people in Africa now face the risk of food insecurity as the Iran war raises energy and food prices. -
USA Video shows United Airlines plane striking truck in New Jersey, injuring driver A United Airlines plane struck a light pole and a bakery truck while attempting to land at Newark Airport. Dashcam video captured debris smashing through the truck windshield. The driver suffered minor injuries, while all 231 people aboard the aircraft were unharmed. -
Markets How UK 30-year bonds reached the highest yield this century and why it matters Investors are demanding significantly higher returns to hold British debt as 30-year gilt yields reached levels not seen since 1998 this week. The surge represents a major challenge for the UK Treasury but why did it happen and what does it mean exactly? -
Tech News 'Companies should not be regulated twice': EU reaches tentative deal to simplify AI rules EU states and the Parliament reached an agreement to simplify the AI laws for businesses. Here’s a look at what has changed. -
Culture news Singer Bonnie Tyler recovering after emergency operation in Portugal A perforation in her intestine led Bonnie Tyler to undergo emergency surgery at Faro hospital. The singer, who has lived in the Algarve for several years, is recovering. -
Destinations Travelling to Kraków? What to see and do in Europe’s ‘best leisure destination’ This Polish city offers affordable flights, board and dining, alongside stunning hikes, historical architectural landmarks and Renaissance-era works of art. -
Economy Economic growth in the Pacific could slow as energy disruptions spread, ADB warns Rising fuel and fertiliser import costs are placing growing pressure on economies across Asia and the Pacific, especially small island states that rely heavily on imports. The Asian Development Bank (ADB) says governments are accelerating energy transition and resilience measures in response. -
Residences Nobu swaps city skylines for country escapes with luxury rural retreat in England Nobu is launching its first UK countryside retreat, bringing a hotel, spa, restaurant and branded residences to rural Rutland in a major shift away from its usual city-centre hotspots. -
The Ring Can Europe stand up to China on trade? Trade relations between the two economic superpowers have soured in recent weeks as Beijing has attacked EU plans to cut its reliance on China for key goods, services and resources. -
Europe News Germany calls for end to EU unanimity rule to stop decision-making 'standstill' Twelve countries have already backed the initiative, with repeated obstruction by Viktor Orbán's Hungary increasingly fuelling calls for reform. -
No Comment Russia strikes Kharkiv residential district as drone attacks escalate A major Russian drone offensive struck Kharkiv’s Novobavarskyi district and other cities, injuring civilians and destroying homes despite Ukraine’s strong air defence. -
Iran Iran's president says he met Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei amid persistent health rumours As speculation grows over the possibility of an agreement between Iran and the US, Pezeshkian said he had met with the new Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, who is still to appear in public following his appointment. -
Europe News Brussels mulls scrapping methane fines amid energy crisis - leak The draft text, circulated to EU member states, says penalties should not jeopardise gas or oil supplies during periods of market stress or crisis — a move likely to be seen as a concession to mounting pressure from industry and international partners. -
Art 'Blood is Russia's art': Politics and protests mark start of Venice Biennale The Russian punk rockers Pussy Riot and Ukraine feminist group FEMEN have joined forces to protest at Russia's participation at the Venice Biennale, the world's oldest international art exhibition. -
Earth News Portugal has just used up its natural resources for 2026. Is the rest of Europe doing any better? Humans use as much ecological resources as if we lived on 1.7 Earths, meaning many European nations have already reached 'Overshoot Day'. -
Business Shell profits surge as Iran war drives oil prices higher Europe’s biggest energy company reported a jump in first-quarter profits as the war involving Iran and the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz pushed oil and gas prices higher. -
Health news Fake viagra, steroids and weight-loss drugs seized in €13.1m Interpol operation Interpol has seized 6.42 million doses of counterfeit and unapproved medicines in a global operation targeting illegal online drug sales. -
Iran Iranians at home divided between hope for regime change and war fears People in Iran who spoke to Euronews said they were torn between hope for regime change and fear of devastation, while reflecting on US-Israeli strikes, rising hardship and fading support for war. -
No Comment Pope Leo XIV swears in 28 new Swiss Guards in Vatican ceremony Twenty-eight new recruits were formally sworn into the Swiss Guards at Vatican City on Wednesday during a ceremony presided over by Pope Leo XIV. -
Sport Injury row, Sardinia trip, petition - Kylian Mbappé faces growing backlash from Real Madrid fans Injured Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappé has sparked backlash from some fans after taking a holiday in Sardinia ahead of Sunday’s Clasico against Barcelona. -
Lebanon Israel strikes Beirut for first time since ceasefire, reportedly killing Hezbollah commander Beirut and its southern suburbs had been spared Israeli attacks since 8 April, when massive Israeli strikes across the country killed more than 350 people. -
No Comment Local elections across UK test Starmer as Reform UK eyes major gains UK voters began casting ballots on Thursday, 7 May, in local and devolved elections seen as the biggest political test yet for Prime Minister Keir Starmer since Labour’s landslide victory in July 2024. -
Travel News ‘Sunbed wars’: German tourist wins €900 payout after 6 am towel dash ruined Greek holiday A tourist has won compensation after claiming towel-hogging guests made sun loungers impossible to use on a Greek holiday – and the ruling could spell trouble for resorts that fail to tackle the “sunbed wars”. -
Europe News Germany's golden years are over, Reinhold Würth warns Reinhold Würth, who has made the Würth Group the global market leader in the trade of assembly and fastening materials for trade and industry, sees an opportunity above all in the fields of electronics, IT and artificial intelligence. -
Europe Today Watch: potholes or Europe? Decoding Britain’s local elections Millions of voters in Britain are heading to the polls in local elections today, and while Europe has barely featured in the campaigns, your reporter wonders if this vote matters for the EU? -
Tech News Meta asks judge to overturn verdict in landmark social media addiction trial In March, a United States jury found Meta and Google negligent in thedesign of their platforms in a landmark ‘social media addictions’ trial. -
Culture news Nobel Laureate JM Coetzee refuses to attend Jerusalem writers festival over Israel’s actions in Gaza Coetzee is the latest literary figure to call out Israel’s actions against Gaza, with several other film actors and authors also having declined working with Israeli institutions in the past few years. -
Tech News iPhone users could receive up to $95 after Apple agrees $250m Siri lawsuit settlement Apple has agreed to a $250 million (€230 million) settlement after being accused of misleading iPhone buyers over unreleased AI features linked to its Siri upgrade. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | May 7th, 2026 – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 7th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Europe News German business magnate Reinhold Würth warns of 'deindustrialisation spiral' According to Forbes, Reinhold Würth is one of the three richest Germans with a fortune of $41.9 billion. In an opinion piece for Euronews, Würth explains how Germany can get back on track. -
Europe Today European Commission vows to make Europe accessible for people with disabilities Hadja Lahbib sat down with Europe Today to discuss disability rights and accessibility across the EU. -
Lebanon Israel army investigating after soldier seen desecrating Virgin Mary statue in Lebanon The Israeli military said on Thursday it "respects freedom of religion and worship, as well as holy sites and religious symbols of all religions and communities." -
Health news Hantavirus cruise latest: France confirms new case in woman evacuated from the ship All the passengers have been evacuated to their home countries, where they will undergo quarantine. -
Travel News Are you a ‘sitter’ or a ‘hoverer’? The airport habits that drive travellers crazy From queue-jumping to seat-hogging, a new global survey reveals the airport habits that annoy passengers most, alongside how early we really arrive and which boarding style we fall into. -
Business Maersk profit falls sharply as firm keeps forecast despite Hormuz uncertainty Danish shipping giant Maersk said on Thursday it was maintaining its 2026 outlook despite the war in the Middle East and uncertainty over disruptions to key trade routes through the Strait of Hormuz. -
Europe News Two drones from Russia crash in Latvia with one causing oil depot fire, army says Europe is on high alert after drone flyovers into NATO airspace reached an unprecedented scale last September, prompting leaders to agree to develop a "drone wall." -
Business Europe’s AI Conundrum: Watch the Brussels Economic Forum 2026 The Brussels Economic Forum (BEF) is the European Commission’s annual flagship economic event. For more than 25 years, it has brought together political leaders, business representatives, civil society, academics, and key economic actors to engage in forward-looking discussions on key issues shaping -
Europe Today Iran could strangle Strait in future crisis, ex-Trump envoy warns After more than two months of war between the US and Iran, a deal appears in sight to end hostilities and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's vital shipping routes. However, former Trump official Kurt Volker says the conflict has effectively handed control of the Strait to Tehran. -
Europe News The Italian maxi-plant changing the energy balance in Libya Eni's maxi module starts from Ravenna to Libya: less waste, more gas and an increasingly strategic Italy-Libya axis in the Mediterranean -
Economy Who has the most ultra-rich in Europe in 2026 and where are they growing fastest? The number of people with at least $30 million (€25.7m) in wealth is growing across Europe. Germany has by far the most ultra-rich, and continues to add more. -
Europe News White House calls Europe 'incubator' for terrorism in new counter-terrorism strategy The fresh criticism of Europe comes just months after Trump's new national security strategy said the continent faced "civilisational erasure" due to immigration. -
The Cube French right-wing broadcaster shares fake magazine cover of French National Assembly president Political commentators mocked Yaël Braun-Pivet, president of France’s National Assembly, for featuring on the cover of tabloid magazine "Closer" on 4 May, except that the image was made by AI. -
Europe News Voting under way in UK local elections seen as a verdict on Keir Starmer's leadership Local elections usually focus on issues like rubbish collection, graffiti and potholes but Starmer’s opponents have painted Thursday's vote as a referendum on the prime minister. -
Europe News MEPs and EU countries fail to reach an agreement on EU-US deal Despite intense pressure from the US, negotiators agreed to meet again in 10 days after more than 6 hours of talks last night. Both sides, seeking a compromise, said however that progress had been made during the negotiations. -
Culture news Pocahontas actress sues James Cameron for ‘stealing’ her face for Avatar character Avatar franchise director James Cameron is being sued by Q’orianka Kilcher over her allegation that he based an Avatar character on her image, without credit or compensation. The lawsuit says Cameron used Kilcher’s features without permission after seeing her in advert for 'The New World'. -
Business Which Europeans pay the most income tax and where do children make the biggest difference? Europe’s personal income tax rates differ significantly, with dependent children lowering tax burdens in several countries. -
Climate 'David Attenborough Effect': Meet the wildlife artists inspired by the legendary broadcaster As David Attenborough turns 100, Euronews Earth explores the real-life impacts of his extraordinary career. -
North Korea North Korea not bound by nuclear non-proliferation treaty, UN envoy says North Korea has insisted that it will not give up its nuclear arsenal, describing its path as "irreversible" and vowing to strengthen its capabilities. -
Europe in Motion From the economy to culture: What makes Europeans proud? Renaissance art in Italy, democracy in Sweden and people in Spain... Europeans define national pride in unique ways. -
Europe Today Brussels makes progress but no breakthrough on EU-US trade deal Negotiators from the European Parliament and European Council faced-off Wednesday night to aiming to conclude the EU-US trade deal. Despite the lengthy discussion and fears of a potential US retaliation, no end was brokered, with talks continuing on 19 May. -
Art The Wedding at Cana: French artist JR transforms Venice Venice hotel in latest social project JR’s latest project celebrates real and complicated contemporary human lives, while seeking to forge new social connections. -
No Comment At Beirut shoreline camp, volunteer barber brings dignity with free haircuts Lebanon’s displaced families are finding small moments of relief in Beirut. A volunteer barber is helping restore dignity after weeks of conflict. -
No Comment Israeli airstrike kills 4 and injures 33 in southern Lebanon despite fragile ceasefire Israeli airstrike hits house in Saksakieh despite ceasefire, killing four and injuring 33, as raids in southern Lebanon stoke fears of renewed escalation. -
Markets Oil drops below $100 while markets rise as US and Iran near a deal Brent crude has fallen below $100 a barrel while Asian markets reached new all-time highs and European stocks rose at the open on reports that the US and Iran are nearing a deal for the gradual reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. -
Europe Today Europe Today: EU fails to agree on trade deal with US, risking Trump backlash 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. -
EU.XL DMA: How the EU’s big tech law changed citizens’ lives Under the DMA, Europeans can choose their default browser, pay with rival apps, and message across platforms. Enforcement remains a work in progress, and many citizens do not know the law exists. -
Health news Why one Parkinson’s treatment may not work for every patient New machine learning study uncovers hidden forms of Parkinson’s disease, which researchers say could help explain why the same treatment does not work for every patient. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | May 7th, 2026 – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 7th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Residences Waldorf Astoria Rabat Salé opens in Morocco’s tallest building The new property is found within the 55-storey Mohammed VI Tower, which is also the third tallest skyscraper in Africa. -
Tech News AI can predict your personality from chat history, study finds Artificial intelligence was able to predict personality traits such as agreeableness and emotional stability with up to 60 % accuracy, according to a new study. -
Climate ‘Significantly lower energy bills’: How do solar batteries work and are they worth the investment? As Europeans scramble to install rooftop solar panels or even plug-in alternatives, the need for battery storage systems continues to grow. -
Iran Iran reviewing US proposal on deal to end war as Trump ramps up pressure A fragile ceasefire between the US and Iran has largely held since 8 April but in-person talks between the two countries hosted by Pakistan last month failed to reach an agreement.