2026-05-30

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PSG fans erupt in celebration after Champions League triumph

PSG supporters watching the Champions League final on giant screens at Parc des Princes erupted in celebration after their team beat Arsenal on penalties to retain the European crown.

30/05/2026

Europe News

Champions League: PSG wins after penalty shootout against Arsenal

Paris Saint-Germain won back-to-back Champions League titles after a 4–3 penalty shootout victory over Arsenal in Budapest. Following a 1–1 draw through extra time, Gabriel Magalhães missed the decisive spot kick to hand PSG the trophy.

30/05/2026

Health news

WHO chief visits Congo Ebola epicentre to urge community action

WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus arrived in Ituri on Saturday to back the response against a rare Ebola strain. With over 1,000 suspected cases and 246 deaths, Tedros emphasised the critical need for community work.

30/05/2026

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‘Timmy’ the humpback whale hauled ashore on Danish island

The carcass of a humpback whale that drew months of attention in Germany was pulled onto a Danish beach after being found dead in shallow waters. Experts hope an examination will reveal what caused its death.

30/05/2026

Europe News

Austrian protesters shut Brenner motorway on Saturday over pollution

Thousands of demonstrators blocked Austria’s vital Brenner motorway on Saturday to protest rising traffic noise and pollution. The eight-hour shutdown of the transit corridor between Germany and Italy disrupted travel.

30/05/2026

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | May 30th, 2026 – Evening

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 30th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

30/05/2026

Travel News

‘Hellish’ bus 666 returns as FlixBus launches route to Hel

Three years after the disappearance of the famous 666 bus to the Hel Peninsula, the route will return to Polish roads, this time operated by FlixBus.

30/05/2026

Europe News

Galați residents fear future incidents following Russian drone crash

A Russian drone crashed into a residential building into the eastern Romanian city of Galați on Friday, sparking a fire to its roof and injuring two people.

30/05/2026

World News

UK, US and Australia to develop subsea drone technology

The new technology is expected to be ready by 2027 and is designed to help defend critical subsea cables and pipelines.

30/05/2026

Europe News

How autonomous machines are transforming road and tunnel safety

As Europe embarks on massive underground infrastructure projects, a new technological ecosystem is being tested to eliminate human risk and cut carbon emissions in one of the world's most energy-intensive sectors.

30/05/2026

Europe News

Maltese cast ballots as Labour government seeks fourth term

Maltese voters headed to the polls on Saturday for a snap election, with Prime Minister Robert Abela’s Labour Party tipped to win on a platform of economic stability and 4% GDP growth, despite ongoing corruption concerns.

30/05/2026

Sport

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot leaves club with immediate effect

Liverpool's ownership said they had "come to the conclusion that change is necessary in order for the club to keep moving forward".

30/05/2026

Sport

João Fonseca knocks out Djokovic in Roland Garros third round

The Brazilian marches on after an epic five-hour battle with the Serb, the former world number one. Jannik Sinner is also out of the French Open.

30/05/2026

Europe News

Fans clash in Budapest ahead of Champions League final

Video footage posted to social media appeared to show PSG and Arsenal fans throwing punches as flares go off down the street.

30/05/2026

Culture news

Italy and Kazakhstan celebrate cultural ties as Holy See embassy opens

Italian opera and Kazakh classical music shared the stage in Rome during the "Armonia della Musica" concert, organised to mark the opening of Kazakhstan’s Embassy to the Vatican and the first anniversary of Pope Leo XIV’s pontificate.

30/05/2026

The Cube

Report finds monetisation tools on EU-sanctioned accounts

Researchers from the Dutch non-profit WHAT TO FIX found monetisation tools were still active on social media accounts linked to three individuals sanctioned by the EU over pro-Russian interference activities. Several accounts have since been removed.

30/05/2026

World News

Afghan refugee truck crash kills 18, including 10 children

Zabihullah Mujahid, the spokesperson for the Taliban government, expressed deep sorrow over the tragedy, which took place at the conclusion of the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Adha, and offered condolences to the families of the victims

30/05/2026

Europe News

Nine legal cases closing in on Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez

The government came under increasing pressure this week after authorities searched the Socialist Party's Madrid headquarters.

30/05/2026

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | May 30th, 2026 – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 30th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

30/05/2026

Culture news

Patrick Bruel cancels his summer festival concerts

The 67-year-old actor and singer faces a growing number of rape and assault complaints. Several French mayors had urged him not to perform in their towns, and three Quebec shows scheduled for December were cancelled on 19 May.

30/05/2026

USA

US says it is capable to resume war with Iran as deal remains elusive

Trump signalled he was on the verge of reaching a peace deal with Iran but failed to sign off on the agreement following a two-hour meeting on Friday.

30/05/2026

Europe News

Who is behind the sabotage attempts targeting the German navy?

Ten suspected sabotage incidents have reportedly impacted the German navy over the last year.

30/05/2026

Culture news

Death of Edgar Morin, France's intellectual 'grandfather'

For the French, Morin was above all an intellectual guide, developing a holistic, cross-disciplinary approach to the major issues of our time. Abroad, he was best known as the creator of 'cinéma vérité' with his 1961 film Chronicle of a Summer.

30/05/2026

Europe News

Flights paused at Munich Airport after possible drone sighting

Munich Airport closed twice within 24 hours in October following suspected drone sightings.

30/05/2026

Europe News

EU expands sanctions on Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad

"In their capacity as decision-makers of the organisation, the members of the Politburo have knowledge of the planning, preparation and execution of violent actions by Hamas," the bloc said.

30/05/2026

Culture news

Kanye West and Travis Scott concerts in Italy cancelled

Another show on the US rapper’s European tour has been scrapped, as local authorities cancel over fears of counter‑protests. West and Travis Scott were due to draw more than 100,000 fans.

30/05/2026

USA

Trump remains 'in excellent health,' presidential doctor says

Trump's physician said the president's "cognitive and physical performance are excellent".

30/05/2026

Lifestyle

New show unites Azzedine Alaïa and Christian Dior's haute couture

A new book and exhibition in Paris traces the ties between Azzedine Alaïa and Christian Dior, two masters of haute couture who both revolutionised and redefined clothing for women, according to Carla Sozzani, co-founder of the Fondation Azzedine Alaïa.

30/05/2026

Europe News

Zelenskyy warns Russia may be preparing 'massive' new attack

It comes after Russia deployed its nuclear-capable Oreshnik missile in a large attack on the Kyiv region last weekend.

30/05/2026

Climate

EU saved over €50 billion in 2025 by lowering fossil fuel imports

Investing in renewables has also ensured greater energy security at a moment when the war on Iran is destabilising supplies and forcing up costs.

30/05/2026