8 May 2026 | Euronews
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Sport Judo: Strong start for the hosts in Astana The Qazaqstan Barysy Grand Slam opened in style in Astana, with packed stands and top-level judo. Sukhbat Byambasuren, Amber Gersjes, Blandine Pont, Abdurakhim Nutfulloev and Faiza Mokdar all took gold, while Kazakhstan celebrated two medals on day one. -
Europe News Trump announces three-day of ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia US President announces ceasefire ahead of contentious Russia military parade. Ukraine says will implement cessation of hostilities, but only in central Moscow where the festivities are taking place Saturday. -
Europe News Rubio in Rome: 'Trump has not decided on withdrawal' but warns of 'problem with Nato allies The US Secretary of State in talks in Rome with Meloni and Tajani. The Italian minister reiterated his readiness for a mission to Hormuz after the war and Trump's no to tariffs. Rubio promised developments in negotiations with Iran and that "not being able to count" on Allies "is a problem" -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | May 8th, 2026 – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 8th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
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Europe News Bulgarian parliament confirms Rumen Radev as new prime minister Radev won last month’s election, seen by many as one of the most consequential in the Balkan nation’s recent history, by a landslide, securing an outright majority for the first time since 1997. He was given the presidential mandate to govern on Thursday. -
Europe News Why a weakened Starmer will worry the EU After bruising local election losses, Sir Keir Starmer is preparing a renewed push for closer ties with the European Union — but Brussels worries that his political weakness could stall or derail any meaningful post-Brexit reset. -
Europe News EU clears Hungary’s Várhelyi in Brussels spying probe The European Commission has cleared Hungarian Commissioner Olivér Várhelyi following an investigation into an alleged spying network in Brussels that targeted EU staff. -
Art 'Monumental Nature': Giant Henry Moore sculptures take over London's Kew Gardens Thirty monumental works by Henry Moore have been placed across London's Kew Gardens, creating a dialogue between art and nature. -
Travel News Ryanair suspends the operation of its base in Thessaloniki in winter due to Fraport charges The low-cost airline announced that it will limit its operation in Athens and is eliminating 12 routes and discontinuing winter flights from Chania and Heraklion. -
Cinema This historic Oxford cinema could be lost to film lovers soon if its lease is not renewed The Ultimate Picture Palace in Oxford, UK, requires a lease extension past 2037 to be able to carry out key renovations and make the most of grants for energy efficiency and accessibility. -
Europe News Leo XIV, Pope's anniversary in Pompeii and Naples: 'We cannot resign ourselves to death' The Pontiff is on a pastoral visit to Campania, where he relaunched the call for peace that had marked the first words of his papacy. "The disarming and disarming peace" of a year ago in St Peter's Square became a prayer: "May God enlighten those who have responsibility for government". -
Economy Potato futures soar 700% in less than a month on Iran war speculation Potato-linked financial contracts have risen over 700% in a few weeks, despite a current oversupply in Europe, due to speculative trading surrounding the volatile environment caused by the Iran war. -
Europe News ‘EU legislation cannot be dictated by social media threats,’ says MEP trade chief Bernd Lange, the MEP lead on the EU-US trade deal, has rejected pressure from Washington to fast-track implementation, insisting the bloc’s democratic procedures cannot be dictated by tariff threats from President Donald Trump. -
The Cube False and unverified images link Leipzig attack suspect to Antifa and AfD Doctored images and videos of unrelated protests have circulated online after a deadly car attack in Leipzig, falsely suggesting the suspect was linked to Antifa or the AfD. -
Europe News Airlines cannot add fuel surcharges after ticket sales, EU says As fuel prices soar amid the Middle East crisis, Brussels warns airlines they cannot retroactively hike ticket prices — and says costly kerosene alone is no excuse for dodging passenger compensation. -
Made in Europe Of robots and men: European AI-driven technology aims to recast e-commerce logistics AI-driven robots already pack, pick and sort items at e-commerce warehouses as humans would do — only faster, more efficiently and more accurately. Developers claim to work to minimise the social impact of a revolution they consider to be ’unstoppable’. -
Art France confronts Nazi-looted art legacy in new Musée d’Orsay gallery A new gallery at Paris’s Musée d’Orsay is putting Nazi-era looted and displaced artworks on public display, including pieces with incomplete or disputed ownership histories. -
Indonesia Indonesia volcano eruption kills three hikers on Mount Dukono Mount Dukono erupted in North Halmahera, Indonesia, sending a massive ash cloud 10 kilometres into the sky. Three hikers, including two foreigners, were killed and 10 remain missing. Rescue teams are searching for 20 people affected near the volcano, officials said. -
Business Iraq announces huge oil find near Saudi border as Hormuz crisis bites Iraq has the fifth largest proven oil reserves in the world, estimated at 145 billion barrels, representing about 17% of total Middle Eastern reserves and around 9% of global reserves, according to the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). -
Russia Who is coming to Putin’s Victory Day parade — and who is not? For the Russian president, Victory Day is arguably the most important public holiday of the year. But this time, even Russia’s former allies are staying away, leaving the Kremlin alone in its much scaled-down celebration. -
Europe News Europe’s airlines face jet fuel shift as safety concerns grow Potential jet fuel shortages due to the war in Iran could force a shift in fuel types, raising operational and safety risks across airlines and airports. -
Europe News 'No one was hurt,' police say announcing end to hostage-taking situation at bank in Sinzig Police said a situation which saw armed robbers taking several people hostage at a German bank in the town of Sinzig earlier on Friday has ended, adding that none of the victims were hurt in the incident. -
Health news Hantavirus outbreak: what you need to know about virus risks at sea A hantavirus outbreak on a cruise in the Atlantic has raised questions about the health risks at sea. -
No Comment Brown bears rescued from harsh captivity conditions in Armenia Bears rescued from captivity in Armenia are recovering at a wildlife refuge after being kept in poor conditions as status symbols. -
Europe News After 20 rounds of sanctions, the EU finally sees cracks in the Russian economy Europeans are taking credit for the growing signs of strain in the Russian economy. Does that mean sanctions are working? It's complicated. -
South Africa Portuguese man's body found inside crocodile in South Africa South African authorities shot the animal and hoisted it from a river in order to recover the man's remains. The identity of the man, a Portuguese businessman, was confirmed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. -
Tech News Instagram is dropping end-to-end encrypted chats. This is what is changing Instagram is ending end-to-end encrypted chats amid child safety concerns, but what does the change actually mean for your DMs? -
Travel News Dublin to Belfast train journeys set to drop below two hours in €700m rail overhaul A major investment in the Enterprise rail service will bring new trains, faster journey times and more frequent departures between Dublin and Belfast, with the upgraded cross-border route set to launch by 2028. -
Culture news Music meets wellness: Edinburgh Fringe 2026 will have theatre inside UK’s biggest sauna The “Sauna Theatre” will be the first of its kind in the UK, providing an immersive experience for wellness and culture fans alike. -
Europe News What is happening on the hantavirus ship? Passengers speak out as ship approaches Europe Passengers aboard the hantavirus-affected ship report on life on board, describing conditions during the ongoing situation. -
Business Commerzbank axes 3,000 jobs in an attempt to fight off UniCredit takeover bid Commerzbank wants to cut a further 3,000 jobs and at the same time significantly increase its profit targets. The reorganisation is the bank's response to the takeover ambitions of the major Italian bank UniCredit. -
Europe News China's foreign ministry denounces UK spy convictions as 'political farce' The high-profile case exposed how ex-police superintendent Bill Yuen and Peter Wai conducted "shadow policing" operations on British soil targeting Hong Kong dissidents. -
Economy Oil tanker arrives in South Korea after leaving the Strait of Hormuz A Malta-flagged tanker, carrying one million barrels of crude oil, has successfully reached the western coast of South Korea after passing through the Strait of Hormuz in mid-April. -
No Comment Vigils held across Australia after death of 5-year-old girl People across Australia held candlelight vigils to remember a 5-year-old girl whose death has shocked the nation. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | May 8th, 2026 – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 8th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Europe News Portugal tests fire response in European exercise with 700 operatives from six countries With the arrival of hot weather and the increased risk of fires, more than 700 operatives from six European countries took part in an exercise in Viseu that simulated a large rural fire. -
Europe Today 'Russia is still outproducing us militarily,' EU Defence Commissioner tells Euronews As Poland and Lithuania prepare to finalise nearly €50 billion in defence loans on Friday – just one day before Russia’s controversial Victory Day parade – the EU’s defence chief said the timing is symbolic. But despite the show of resolve, he warned Europe is still not moving fast enough. -
Iran Exclusive: Iranians risk arrest at Iraq border to escape Tehran's total internet blackout Desperate to communicate with the outside world, Iranians are increasingly travelling to the border with Iraq, where Iraqi SIM cards and impromptu hotspots became a hot commodity, they told Euronews. -
Business Can you afford the 2026 World Cup? What fans paid for a seat over the years The 2026 World Cup is facing criticism over record-high ticket prices, with fans saying it is becoming far less affordable than past tournaments. Compared to previous World Cups-where even final tickets were often under a few thousand dollars-2026 prices can reach $15,000 or more for premium seats. -
Europe Today There was 'no real ceasefire' in Lebanon, says Lebanese MP Disarming Hezbollah will require a lot of "will, courage and decision" from Lebanon. A difficult mission, as the country has "no state" and the Lebanese are "paying the price" of the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, MP Nadim Gemayel said in an interview on Euronews' morning show Europe Today. -
Europe News Large forest fire burning in Chernobyl exclusion zone after drone crash, Kyiv says Radiation levels at the site were within "normal limits," authorities reported, adding that firefighters were working to contain the blaze. -
Cinema Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: 'Mortal Kombat II' - Game Over? Dumb fun for some; another failed video game adaptation for others. Wherever you stand, just don't fall for the "made for the fans" routine... -
No Comment Bejewelled skeletons on display in German monastery fascinate visitors Decorated catacomb saints at Bavaria's former Banz monastery continue to attract visitors centuries after arriving from Rome. -
Business Europe's electricity storage race: Which countries lead in battery capacity? Batteries are vital to using electricity from solar and wind efficiently. Battery capacities vary widely across European countries, with several planning significant expansion in their pipelines. -
Culture news A life in pictures: Sir David Attenborough celebrates his 100th birthday Across decades of groundbreaking documentaries, Sir David Attenborough has brought the beauty and fragility of life on Earth into homes around the world. Today he turns 100. -
Australia IS-linked Australian women charged with slavery and terrorism offences after return from Syria Three Australian women with links to the Islamic State group have been charged after returning home from Syria. -
Brussels, My Love? Podcast | How is Europe juggling all this geopolitical turmoil? From the ice-cold treatment from an age-old ally to continued threats from Russia and economic concerns over China, Europe is having a hard time. Is this turmoil uniting or dividing the bloc? What steps can it take to defend itself? Brussels, My Love? tries to answer these questions. -
Culture news The gilded dead: Germany's eerie catacomb saints revealed Known as Vincenzius, Valerius, Benedictus, and Felix Benedictus, these catacomb saints were brought to the Bavarian town of Bad Staffelstein from Rome during the late 17th and 18th centuries. The remains are believed to be those of early Christian martyrs. -
Europe Today Watch: Meloni's AI warning highlights Europe’s fight against ‘nudification’ apps Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni this week highlighted the dangers of sophisticated AI-generated deepfakes. At the same time, the EU is moving to outlaw “nudification” apps and strengthen protections. -
Earth News A century of change: Planet Earth through David Attenborough’s eyes as global treasure turns 100 Sir David Attenborough has been highlighting environmental issues for more than seven decades, but have we listened to his advice? -
Europe in Motion Where in Europe is tap water the most and least safe? Water purity varies across Europe, with Belgium, Germany, Luxembourg and the Czech Republic having some of the most polluted groundwater on the continent. -
Qatar Universities in Qatar celebrate graduation week despite regional crisis disruptions Education City students in Qatar turned war-time alerts and evacuations into a story of resilience, keeping studies online and now celebrating graduation. -
Europe News PM Keir Starmer says he will not quit after UK local elections show losses for Labour The votes are widely seen as an unofficial referendum on Prime Minister Keir Starmer, whose popularity has plummeted since he was elected less than two years ago. -
Travel News Pre-flight pints: Should alcohol be served at the airport before morning flights? Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary has questioned why people drink at this early hour, but Wetherspoon owner Tim Martin has hit back against a proposed two pint limit at airports. -
No Comment Aerial footage shows widespread tornado damage across Mississippi Aerial footage reveals extensive destruction after tornadoes swept through parts of Mississippi, damaging hundreds of homes. -
Culture news White House lashes out at ‘sick’ Star Wars actor Mark Hamill for AI post of dead Donald Trump The White House has called Mark Hamill a “sick individual” after the Star Wars actor posted an image of Donald Trump in a grave on social media. -
Europe Today Newsletter: Another Trump ultimatum, another fragile trade truce for the EU Also in this newsletter: Europe Today speaks to the EU's Defence Commissioner Andrius Kubilius as he's set to sign the EU's first defence loan deals under the €150-billion SAFE programme in Poland and Lithuania. -
Health news Where is the MV Hondius? Follow live the position of the hantavirus ship Here you can follow the journey of the cruise ship MV Hondius from Cabo Verde to the Canary Islands, where it will anchor and begin the process of extracting the infected and passengers. -
Travel News Εuronews report in Ayia Napa: Tourist traffic in Cyprus down 30-40% but with signs of recovery Concerns remain for tourism in Cyprus due to the war in Iran, though there are smiles of optimism from the recovery trend of the last few days with an increase in bookings. -
Hungary Péter Magyar's first cabinet crisis: the brother-in-law who had to go Melléthei-Barna is a lawyer and a university peer of Hungary's next prime minister. He was one of the founding 10 members of the Tisza Party when it was formed in 2020 and served as the party's legal director. -
Tech News Elon Musk faces criminal probe in France as prosecutors escalate X's AI Investigation Paris prosecutors have escalated an investigation of Elon Musk and his social network X to a criminal probe. -
Europe News Falling tourist numbers: Why Berlin is losing its appeal The German capital has significantly fewer overnight stays than just a few years ago. Visitors complain about rubbish, traffic problems and dwindling cultural offerings. -
Travel News Africa builds momentum and challenges Europe and Asia in global tourism race The war in the Middle East is shaking up the global tourism map. While some destinations are losing ground, Africa is emerging strongly as the new player in the sector. -
Europe News Why more and more Israeli and American Jews are seeking German citizenship A German passport as protection in uncertain times: Driven by fear, pragmatism and a changing relationship with Germany, growing numbers of Israeli and American Jews are applying for German citizenship. -
Culture news Inside KFDA, the arts festival that unites Belgium's Flemish and French-speaking communities The Kunstenfestivaldesarts in Brussels is small in budget but big in ambition. Each year, it brings together Belgium’s Flemish and French-speaking communities while showcasing artists from around the world — a fitting opening to the European festival season. -
Culture news 'Dai Dai': Shakira teases official World Cup 2026 anthem Shakira marks her fourth musical participation in FIFA tournaments with the song 'Dai Dai', which will be released in full on 14 May. The 2026 World Cup kicks off on 11 June. -
Climate Round-the-clock renewables: New report says clean energy now challenges fossil fuels on price The cost of battery storage has dropped more than 90 per cent since 2010, bringing the cost of renewable energy down with it. -
Europe Today Europe Today: Trump issues trade deal ultimatum as Commissioners Kubilius, Hoekstra join Euronews 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 -
Tech News Google, Microsoft and xAI agree to US government AI testing programme The US Centre for AI Standards and Innovation will evaluate models for cybersecurity, biosecurity and chemical weapons-related risks before they are released to the public. -
Health news The brain doesn't switch off under anaesthesia – it keeps processing language, study finds While the body is under anaesthesia, the brain is not fully inactive; it continues processing language even when unconscious, according to a new study. -
Moments Beauty you can measure: New eye-tracking study reveals the world’s most visually stunning spas A novel eye-tracking study has revealed the world’s most visually striking spas, showing how setting and design can shape the way we relax just as much as the treatments themselves. -
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Economy Gold vs oil: Which offers better protection from rising prices during the Iran war? Conventional wisdom holds that gold protects investors during war and inflation. The Iran conflict has turned that assumption on its head. Since the outbreak of the war, Brent crude has rallied 37%, while gold has fallen 10%. The driving force is interest rates, not geopolitics. -
Climate El Niño looms: Near-record sea temperatures in April raise fears of more global heat The last major El Niño event saw a string of heat records, and scientists fear warming seas signal more extreme weather to come.