Business Commerzbank axes 3,000 jobs as it battles 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. 08/05/2026
Europe News China 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. 08/05/2026
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. 08/05/2026
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. 08/05/2026
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. 08/05/2026
Europe News Portugal tests fire response in European exercise with 700 operatives 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. 08/05/2026
Europe Today EU Defence chief tells Euronews 'Russia is outproducing us militarily' 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. 08/05/2026
Iran Iranians risk arrest at Iraq border to escape Tehran's internet ban 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. 08/05/2026
Business Can you afford the 2026 World Cup? What fans paid 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. 08/05/2026
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. 08/05/2026
Europe News Forest fire burning near Chernobyl plant 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. 08/05/2026
Cinema 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... 08/05/2026
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. 08/05/2026
Business Europe's electricity storage race: Who leads 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. 08/05/2026
Culture news A life in pictures: 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. 08/05/2026
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. 08/05/2026
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. 08/05/2026
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. 08/05/2026
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. 08/05/2026
Earth News A century of change: Planet Earth through David Attenborough’s eyes Sir David Attenborough has been highlighting environmental issues for more than seven decades, but have we listened to his advice? 08/05/2026
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. 08/05/2026
Qatar Universities in Qatar fete graduation week despite regional crisis Education City students in Qatar turned war-time alerts and evacuations into a story of resilience, keeping studies online and now celebrating graduation. 08/05/2026
Europe News Starmer says he will not quit after Labour losses in local elections 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. 08/05/2026
Travel News Should airports serve alcohol 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. 08/05/2026
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. 08/05/2026
Culture news White House calls out Star Wars actor Mark Hamill for dead Trump image 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. 08/05/2026
Europe Today Newsletter: Another Trump ultimatum, another fragile trade truce 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. 08/05/2026
Health news Live position of the hantavirus ship en route to the Canary Islands 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. 08/05/2026
Travel News 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. 08/05/2026
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. 08/05/2026