Latest news bulletin | June 2nd, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this June 2nd, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
French museum files criminal complaint over theft of Maurizio Cattelan’s infamous arty banana
“Comedian”, Maurizio Cattelan’s provocative artwork consisting of a banana taped to the wall, was stolen from the Centre Pompidou Metz in France during the weekend. Now, the museum has decided…
US and UK ease Cyprus travel advice: boost for tourism
The two countries had raised the security level for Cyprus after drone attacks on the British base at Akrotiri, moving it to level three at the time – ‘reconsider your…
Israel and Hezbollah exchange fire despite Trump announcing breakthrough agreement
Israel and Hezbollah exchange fire after Donald Trump announced a halt, casting doubt on ceasefire efforts. Read more at Read More
Seven killed in Iowa shooting, including gunman
A shooting across several locations in Muscatine, Iowa, has left seven people dead, including the gunman. Read more at Read More
Charli XCX announces new album featuring John Cale, Marc Jacobs and Martin Scorsese on the cover
A new Charli XCX album, ‘Music, Fashion, Film’, is coming next month, and in keeping with the album title, the cover features three heavyweights from the world of music, fashion…
Portugal general strike: What you need to know
Portugal faces a nationwide strike on Wednesday, with disruption already starting on Tuesday. These are the key sectors that will be hit. Read More
Climate scientists say heatwave misinformation is fuelling online harassment
Misleading claims about Europe’s record heatwave in May have followed familiar climate-change denial narratives, as scientists say that misinformation can help fuel online hostility. Read More
Tay Story: Taylor Swift confirms new song for ‘Toy Story 5’, which will tackle screentime ‘terror’
Titled ‘I Knew It, I Knew You’, Taylor Swift’s song written for ‘Toy Story 5’ will come out at the end of this week. The cast of the upcoming fifth…
What Germany expects from Hungary now: Magyar visits Merz
Hungarian Prime Minister Magyar is paying his first official visit to Berlin. Germany will discuss Hungary’s new role in the EU, expecting Budapest to not cause political headaches. Read More