Bear injures four in residential area of Japan as annual number of attacks rises
Japan’s Environment Ministry said 13 people were killed in more than 230 bear attacks in 2025, exceeding the number of fatalities and attacks in any preceding year. Read more at…
Louvre theft: Belgian lead revives investigation
French investigators have just shifted their focus to Belgium after a crucial analysis of suspicious phone records. An update on this extraordinary manhunt. Read More
Owain Rhys Davies, Welsh actor best known for roles in Twin Peaks and The OA, dies aged 44
Welsh actor Owain Rhys Davies had an impressive theatre career and was best known for his roles on cult shows The OA and Twin Peaks: The Return. Read More
Drunk and disruptive airline passengers could face industry-wide flight bans under new UK plans
The UK government is exploring proposals for a national airline blacklist that could prevent abusive, violent or persistently disruptive passengers from flying with any carrier. The move comes as airlines…
Moment bear chases and attacks workers in Japan
CCTV footage captured a bear chasing and attacking a worker outside a factory in Fukushima. Four people were injured as the animal wandered through a residential area, prompting a large-scale…
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