Trump says Iran has ‘not yet paid a big enough price’ as he reviews new peace proposal
The US president had earlier in the week refused another Iranian proposal, saying Tehran is not willing to give Washington what it “needs to have” to strike a deal. Read…
Summer holiday reading: The best travel books to inspire your next trip
From classic memoirs to modern fiction, these travel books capture the spirit of adventure and are perfect to pack for your next holiday. Read More
Latest news bulletin | May 3rd, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 3rd, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Businessman dies after alleged beating in custody over brother’s Starlink detention
Reports from Iran suggest that a citizen named Hesam Alaeeddin, son of the founder of Alaeddin Mall in Tehran, was killed while being taken into custody by security forces. Read…
Double delight for Tajikistan on Day 2 in Dushanbe
Day 2 of the Dushanbe Grand Slam 2026 brought more joy for the home crowd, with Muhiddin Asadulloev and Somon Makhmadbekov both taking gold. Gankhaich Bold and Aleksandra Kowalewska also…
Robert Fico will back Ukraine’s EU membership after call, Zelenskyy says
Zelenskyy said they had invited each other to meet. Slovakia’s prime minister has backed Viktor Orbán’s isolated line on Ukraine, though less fervently than the outgoing Hungarian leader. Read More
Iran executes two more over ‘spying for Israel’
As Iran’s new wave of executions continues, the judiciary chief, defying international calls to halt them, vows no leniency and dismisses ‘arrogant’ foreign critics. Read more at Read More
End of the rescue operation: Humpback whale “Timmy” released in the North Sea
The humpback whale that was rescued from a shallow Baltic Sea bay off the island of Poel has been released, the private rescue initiative has announced. However, it is unclear…
Thousands at illegal French rave on ‘dangerous’ military site
While authorities fear shell explosions at the site, the organisers are denouncing the ‘criminalisation’ of party venues. Illegal rave parties could soon be punished more severely in France, with penalties…
Latest news bulletin | May 2nd, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 2nd, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…