Europe: how citizens’ initiatives are driving action in Brussels
Anyone can shake up the EU Parliament’s agenda. But the hurdles for the European Citizens’ Initiative (ECI) are high: one million signatures from at least seven countries. ECI ambassador Nino…
Libya launches major security operation in Zawiya after clashes near key oil refinery
In Zawiya, home to one of the oil-rich country’s biggest refineries, rival gangs clash over the trafficking of fuel and commercial goods into neighbouring Tunisia. Read more at Read More
Trump open to shifting US troops from Germany to Poland
Will US troops withdrawn from Germany be moved to Poland? When asked, US President Donald Trump said Warsaw favours the idea, and it is feasible. Read more at Read More
US says the fragile truce with Iran holds as it awaits response to its latest ceasefire proposal
Washington insists its month-long ceasefire with Iran is continuing to hold despite renewed hostilities and the recent exchanges of fire. The US says it is awaiting Iran’s response to its…
As job scams rise in Europe, are recruiters becoming more transparent about vacancies?
Nearly one in three recruiters is hit by identity theft, according to new research, with Gen Zs falling victim to fake ads for job opportunities that ‘feel too scarce to…
Latest news bulletin | May 9th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 9th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Declassified Pentagon UFO footage shows unexplained aerial phenomena
Newly released Pentagon footage shows unidentified aerial phenomena captured in different locations over several years, as the US government publishes declassified UFO-related files under a transparency initiative. Read more at…
Putin vows victory in Ukraine and targets NATO at Moscow’s scaled-back parade
In Moscow, a scaled-down Victory Day parade was held under tight security, without military hardware, amid fears of possible Ukrainian drone attacks. The Russian president denounced NATO in his speech.…
Watch: Putin oversees Russia Victory Day military parade in Moscow
The parade kicked off shortly after 10:00 am Moscow time with a formation of soldiers carrying the Russian flag into the square. Read more at Read More
Hantavirus ship nears Tenerife as residents voice safety fears
The Spanish government has authorised passengers from the MV Hondius to disembark at the port of Granadilla this weekend following an agreement with the World Health Organisation. The decision has…