Europe

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Reunion airport gets a bioclimatic terminal, the first in the tropics

In partnership with the European Commission

The airport on the island of Reunion has been equipped with the world's first bioclimatic terminal in a tropical zone. The arrivals and baggage reclaim terminal operates without air-conditioning: the ventilation system is all-natural.

11/05/2026

Europe News

Brussels Airlines sees no flight cancellations 'for now'

The Brussels-based airline has secured 80% of its jet fuel needs until the end of the year, but it doesn't hold physically the kerosene, as the fuel was purchased earlier under the airline's hedging strategy.

11/05/2026

Business

Telekom and Rheinmetall build anti-drone defence system

Suspicious drone flights over airports, barracks and critical infrastructure are increasing. German companies Telekom and Rheinmetall plan to jointly develop a system capable of detecting, disrupting and intercepting drones in emergencies.

11/05/2026

Culture news

Beatles to open immersive experience at iconic London headquarters

The Beatles are returning to one of their most iconic locations with a new seven-floor fan experience set inside their former Savile Row headquarters in central London.

11/05/2026

Travel News

National strikes ground all Charleroi Airport flights on Tuesday

The strikes are expected to ripple across Belgium’s air and ground travel, as unions step up pressure over pensions, wages and work conditions.

11/05/2026

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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

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: Spain confirms one case amongst evacuees

Spain confirms one new hantavirus case amongst evacuees as passengers remain under watch across Europe.

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

Europe News

Latvian defence minister resigns following recent drone incursions

Several drones from Russia and Ukraine have crashed in the Baltic states, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania, since Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022.

11/05/2026

Europe Today

Newsletter: Sanctions, Syria and a new Hungary

Foreign affairs ministers are in Brussels on Monday to tackle a large slate of files. Talks will span how to crack down on Russians abducting Ukrainian children, slapping sanctions on Israeli settlers to restarting relations between the bloc and Syria.

11/05/2026

Culture news

The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week

From horror movies about obsessional love to exhibitions highlighting the diverse creativity of the Asia-Pacific - here's what to visit, listen to and look out for in Europe this week.

11/05/2026