2026-05-08

Tech News

Elon Musk faces criminal probe in France over X's AI deepfakes

Paris prosecutors have escalated an investigation of Elon Musk and his social network X to a criminal probe.

08/05/2026

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.

08/05/2026

Travel News

Africa 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.

08/05/2026

Europe News

Why 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.

08/05/2026

Culture news

Inside KFDA: Belgium's festival for established and emerging artists

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.

08/05/2026

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.

08/05/2026

Climate

Why batteries are changing the renewables debate

The cost of battery storage has dropped more than 90 per cent since 2010, bringing the cost of renewable energy down with it.

08/05/2026

Europe Today

Trump issues trade deal ultimatum as 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

08/05/2026

Tech News

Tech giants 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.​

08/05/2026

Health news

The brain predicts upcoming words even under anaesthesia, 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.

08/05/2026

Moments

The world’s most beautiful spas, ranked by eye-tracking research

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.

08/05/2026

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | May 8th, 2026 – Morning

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

Economy

Gold or oil: Which shields you best from Iran war inflation?

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.

08/05/2026

Climate

Super El Niño? Near-record sea temperatures in April ring alarms

The last major El Niño event saw a string of heat records, and scientists fear warming seas signal more extreme weather to come.

08/05/2026