More than 500,000 students enter Tashkent maths Olympiad as STEM interest grows
The TasIMO competition brought together 350 finalists from Europe and Asia following a sharp rise in entries. Read more at Read More
Gaza’s displaced brace for a bleak Eid al‑Adha amid war and soaring prices
Displaced families in Gaza Strip are facing another difficult Eid al-Adha, as war, shortages and soaring prices leave many unable to buy sacrificial animals or properly observe one of Islam’s…
Do German holiday destinations benefit from the Iran war?
A rise in bookings is expected above all on the North Sea and Baltic coasts, said CDU politician Christoph Ploß, the federal government’s tourism commissioner. Read More
North Korea fires projectiles including ballistic missile into Yellow Sea, Seoul says
The North has also repeatedly shunned efforts by the South Korean government to improve relations, repeatedly calling Seoul its most “hostile” adversary. Read more at Read More
Western Europe swelters as late May heat dome shatters records
Western Europe faces record late-May heat, with France, the UK and Spain sweltering up to 11C above normal and officials warning of rising health risks. Read more at Read More
From tanks to drones: Ukraine’s drone war is redefining Germany’s battlefield strategy
Ukrainian drone commanders fighting on the front line say modern warfare has changed faster than Europe’s armies can adapt. As Germany races to rearm, Kyiv’s soldiers argue the future of…
You can now buy Marriott’s luxury hotel look for your home – but some pieces cost more than €6,500
From sculptural lighting and designer rugs to wellness-inspired bedroom furniture, Marriott Bonvoy has launched a new online interiors shop allowing travellers to recreate the look and feel of its luxury…
Latest news bulletin | May 26th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 26th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
US military says it has launched new strikes in Iran, including on missile launch sites
According to a statement from the US Central Command, the strikes were carried out “to protect our troops from threats posed by Iranian forces”, but the military was “using restraint…
Jewelry, watches and cash in golf bags seized in Zapatero case in Spain
Spain’s National Police found 286,070 euros in cash at the home of businessman Julio Martínez Martínez, a friend of former prime minister Rodríguez Zapatero and alleged front man in the…