Ireland hopes new Budapest government will facilitate Ukraine’s EU membership
Ireland’s Minister of State for European Affairs and Defence Thomas Byrne said the European Union must continue increasing pressure on Russia through sanctions, military support and diplomatic efforts. Read More
A weakened Trump to test China’s appetite for deal-making
A quagmire in Iran, sky-high oil prices and shrinking support at home: when US President Donald Trump belatedly travels to China this week, his position has weakened. Still, he is…
At least nine killed after bomb rigged to rickshaw explodes at north Pakistan bazaar
The Pakistani Taliban and other militant groups have grown more emboldened since the Afghan Taliban returned to power in Kabul in 2021. Read more at Read More
Latest news bulletin | May 12th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 12th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Macron thanks Kipchoge for ‘patience’ after Nairobi morning run
Macron joined marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge for an early morning run in Nairobi on day three of his Africa tour, later thanking the two-time Olympic champion for his “patience.” Read…
Where in Europe do employees work the most on weekends?
Balkan and Mediterranean workers are most likely to be shifted on weekends. Which countries have been trialling the four-day working week? Read More
Final passengers disembark hantavirus-hit cruise ship in Tenerife
The final passengers aboard the hantavirus-hit cruise ship MV Hondius disembarked in Tenerife before boarding flights to quarantine facilities in more than 20 countries. Read more at Read More
Eurovision Song Contest 2026: The most streamed entries of all time and the people’s winners
Spotify’s new research reveals the most streamed entries in the history of the Eurovision Song Contest and key factors shared by winning entries. Read More
EU’s €2 trillion budget talks risk becoming ugly and delayed
On May 18, the EU Parliament will formalise a high-stakes ultimatum demanding an extra €200 billion for the 2028-2034 budget. MEPs threaten to veto the entire financial plan, which already…
Newsletter: The EU’s best offence is a good defence
As European officials attempt to grapple with how to force Russian President Vladimir Putin to the negotiating table, and who from Europe should do the talking, the means and methods…