Eurovision 2026: Follow our coverage of the world’s greatest song contest
Follow our live coverage of the 70th Eurovision taking place in the Austrian capital, Vienna, as 25 countries compete in perhaps the most politically charged edition of the world’s greatest…
London police out in force as tens of thousands attend rival rallies
The Metropolitan Police deployed 4,000 officers alongside horses, dogs, drones and helicopters to manage far-right activist Tommy Robinson’s so-called “Unite the Kingdom” march and a rival pro-Palestinian rally marking Nakba…
South Korea: Thousands watch robot monks march through Seoul’s historic streets
Four robot monks in traditional robes joined Seoul’s lantern parade ahead of Buddha’s birthday, symbolising Buddhism’s tech-savvy modernisation. Read more at Read More
Latest news bulletin | May 16th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 16th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Whale Timmy is dead, GPS tracker confirms identity
For a long time it was unclear whether the whale found off Denmark was Timmy. Authorities have now confirmed that the famous humpback whale did not survive his journey through…
Indian PM Modi begins European tour with meeting of Dutch royals
Modi’s European tour includes a Sunday stop in Sweden, where he will meet Ursula von der Leyen, and will conclude in Italy on May 20 with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.…
Sculpting the past: Michelangelo and Rodin mixed and matched in Paris Louvre exhibition
A new exhibition at the Louvre in Paris pits Michelangelo and Rodin together to explore “Living Bodies” and the artistic links between the great masters who lived three and half…
Baby dies of hypothermia as migrants reach Lampedusa overnight
A baby girl only a few weeks old was pronounced dead on arrival on the island of Lampedusa after crossing the Mediterranean from Tunisia in a small boat with her…
French judge opens probe into 2018 killing of Jamal Khashoggi
France is to open an inquiry after several NGOs filed a complaint against Saudi crown prince Mohammed bin Salman, accused of ordering the dissident journalist’s murder. Read More
Naples: 12 thieves arrested for robbing tourists of luxury watches in Spain
Spain’s National Police, with Italy and Europol, have arrested in Naples 12 members of a gang that robbed tourists of luxury watches in Marbella, Barcelona and Ibiza. Read More