2026-05-11

Health news

Europe quarantines hantavirus cruise passengers for 42 days

Most passengers on board the hantavirus-hit cruise ship are back in their home countries, where they will undergo medical testing and follow an isolation period.

11/05/2026

Earth News

This teenager just created a biodegradable plastic to change the world

Ayra Satheesh has been crowned the European winner for the 2026 Earth Prize for her work on tackling microplastics.

11/05/2026

Art

Naked bell ringers to drone carpets: Venice Biennale 2026 highlights

From a naked performer acting as a giant bell ringer to drone-powered flying carpets suspended inside a church, take a look at some of the most talked-about works at this year's Venice Art Biennale.

11/05/2026

Europe News

Berlin and Kyiv unveil 'Brave Germany' arms programme

With "Brave Germany," Berlin and Kyiv aim to jointly develop new defence technologies, AI-enabled weapons and deep-strike capabilities.

11/05/2026

Health news

Spanish officer dies on duty during hantavirus cruise ship emergency

The 62-year-old officer died of a heart attack while taking part in the security arrangements for the arrival of the hantavirus-stricken cruise ship in Tenerife.

11/05/2026

Travel News

Greece unveils framework to curb overtourism and protect special areas

The development of tourism on the islands 'must continue without altering their special characteristics', said the Environment Minister, and 'the plan is open to correction', said the Tourism Minister.

11/05/2026

Europe News

Sweden suspects two of sending military-industrial products to Russia

The Swedish Security Service (Sapo) said in a statement the two suspects had been arrested last week and were both remanded in custody.

11/05/2026

Economy

Soaring energy profits reignite calls for windfall tax across Europe

European oil and gas companies that posted huge profits in the first quarter on soaring prices caused by the war in the Middle East face new calls from London to Paris to tax their outsized gains.

11/05/2026

Business

Small Portuguese liqueur brand wins legal fight against Louis Vuitton

French luxury fashion house Louis Vuitton claimed the Portuguese company’s logo copied its famous initials, but a court ruled in favour of the small family-run brand.

11/05/2026

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Watch: Humanoid robot becomes Buddhist monk in South Korea

A humanoid robot named Gabi became an honorary Buddhist monk during an ordination ceremony held at Seoul’s Jogye Temple on May 6, ahead of Buddha’s birthday celebrations in South Korea.

11/05/2026

Destinations

Why a trip to Sweden could be just what the doctor ordered

Sweden’s tourism pitch offers a country-wide remedy for modern burnout. Visit Sweden invites travellers to experience “fika” and “lagom” culture, alongside its saunas and icy cold dips to boost wellbeing.

11/05/2026

Health news

What has the biggest impact on the female orgasm

Researchers from Loyola Andalucía and Granada universities have published a study with 518 healthy women that links the subjective experience of orgasm with overall sexual function. The emotional charge of that moment turns out to be the factor with the most predictive weight.

11/05/2026

Europe News

Starmer vows to put 'Britain at the heart of Europe' in key speech

Labour has been plunged into gloom by heavy losses last week in local elections across England and legislative votes in Scotland and Wales.

11/05/2026

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Macron dances to ‘Hakuna Matata’ during welcome ceremony in Kenya

French President Emmanuel Macron was welcomed with music, dancing and performances in Nairobi ahead of the Africa-France summit.

11/05/2026

Tech News

Musk called Anthropic 'evil' — now his data centres are helping its AI

Musk's SpaceX has leased its Colossus 1 supercomputer to Anthropic, giving Claude's maker a massive compute boost despite a previously bitter rivalry.

11/05/2026

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | May 11th, 2026 – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 11th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

11/05/2026

The Cube

Has Amsterdam banned meat adverts to avoid offending Muslims?

The Dutch capital recently banned adverts depicting meat products, with European far-right figures claiming the reason behind the move is to appease Muslims. The Cube uncovers the truth behind the measure.

11/05/2026

Europe News

First protests against high fuel prices emerge: who will join first?

"Producing is more expensive than ever, and prices are not keeping pace", says the Coordination rurale, which organised the rally. The union claims that "farms can no longer survive without a concrete response".

11/05/2026

Italy

Qatar debuts immersive pavilion at Venice Biennale

Led by artist Rirkrit Tiravanija, the project brings together artists, musicians and chefs from across the Arab world.

11/05/2026

Culture news

Why has Dua Lipa filed a $15 million lawsuit against Samsung?

The lawsuit claims Samsung's packaging made it appear as though she endorsed the products, despite never agreeing to the campaign.

11/05/2026

Iran

Iran warns Europe not to send ships to Hormuz as US talks gap widens

Tehran has warned Europe against the idea of sending warships to the key waterway, as it outlined a conditional proposal on uranium, sanctions relief and a Lebanon ceasefire.

11/05/2026

Nepal

Turkish Airlines plane evacuated after landing gear fire in Nepal

The Himalayan nation is home to some of the world's most remote and tricky runways, flanked by snow-capped peaks and terrain that poses a challenge even for accomplished pilots.

11/05/2026

Europe Today

Watch: How Reform UK’s English landslide left Labour looking for a spark

The pro-Brexit Reform UK emerged as the biggest winner in last week’s English local elections, gaining more than 1,400 council seats. Most of those gains came from Labour, shifting the spotlight firmly onto its leader. But is his time in Number 10 already on the clock?

11/05/2026

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Hundreds of ships mark Hamburg harbour’s 837th anniversary

Hamburg celebrated the 837th anniversary of its harbour with a maritime parade featuring around 250 ships, from historic sailing vessels to modern coast guard boats.

11/05/2026

Business

Saudi Aramco profits jump 25% as Iran war drives oil prices higher

Saudi Aramco said Q1 profit rose 25% as the Iran war disrupted global oil supplies and pushed up prices. The company shifted some exports away from the Strait of Hormuz via its East-West Pipeline, which is now operating at full capacity.

11/05/2026

Partner content

Sun, Sea and Sport: Why the Valencia Region Is Europe's Ultimate Sports Destination

Partner content presented by Region of Valencia

Most people who visit the Valencia region come for the food or the culture. A growing number are staying for the sport.

11/05/2026

Europe News

Kallas rejects ex-German Chancellor Schröder as Ukraine mediator

Kallas on Monday ruled out Schröder as a potential mediator between Ukraine and Russia, saying he “would be sitting on both sides of the table”.

11/05/2026

Europe Today

Swedish FM says focus should be on sanctions, not talks with Moscow

Speaking exclusively on Europe Today, Sweden’s foreign minister Maria Malmer Stenergard said Europe must increase pressure on the Kremlin because Russia is “not really interested in peace”.

11/05/2026

Health news

Hantavirus outbreak latest: Two more cases confirmed amongst evacuees

The last passengers on board the cruise ship will be evacuated during the day and transferred to their home countries, where they will undergo a quarantine period.

11/05/2026

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Vienna unveils giant Eurovision mural

Vienna has unveiled Austria's largest mural on a vacant office tower as part of the Eurovision Song Contest cultural programme.

11/05/2026