Ukraine’s capital Kyiv hit by massive missile, drone attack
Suspect dies after trading gunfire with officers near White House, Secret Service says
China to send astronaut on year-long space mission as it eyes 2030 moon landing
Britain's navy prepares to clear mines in the Strait of Hormuz while waiting for a peace deal
Ehlers' OT goal lifts Hurricanes past Canadiens in Game 2 of Eastern Conference Final
Life of A Basketball Fan: Taylor Swift attends Cavs-Knicks in Cleveland with fiance Travis Kelce
Si Woo Kim hangs on to Byron Nelson lead and has Scottie Scheffler and Wyndham Clark chasing
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As cocoa prices melt down, real chocolate is making a comeback
After a year of smaller bars, extra wafers and
May 20, 2026Europe
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French economic activity contracts at fastest pace in 5-1/2 years in May, PMI shows
France's private sector economy contracted in May at its sharpest pace in five-and-a-half years, reflecting an accelerated decline in services activity and a fresh drop in
May 21, 2026
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Hungary's ruling Tisza party moves to limit prime ministerial terms
Hungary's ruling Tisza party submitted a constitutional amendment to parliament late on Wednesday that would allow prime ministers to serve for a maximum of eight years
May 21, 2026
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Finland's massive bomb shelters draw world to Helsinki in quest for security
Visiting mayors from Ukrainian cities took pictures inside an enormous cave carved in the bedrock below the Finnish
May 21, 2026
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EU's Costa 'appalled' by Israeli minister's treatment of flotilla members
European Council President Antonio Costa on Thursday said he was "appalled" by the treatment of aid flotilla members attempting to enter Gaza by Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir.
May 21, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Montenegro at 20: After breaking with Serbia and joining NATO, EU is the next frontier
Montenegro marks 20 years of independence from a union with Serbia this week, celebrating a two-decade transformation that has already brought the Balkan country into NATO
May 21, 2026
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Video showing far-right Israeli minister taunting Gaza flotilla activists sparks global outcry
Video showing far-right Israeli minister taunting Gaza flotilla activists sparks global outcry
May 21, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Germany's Merz pitches 'associate' EU membership for Ukraine
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has proposed giving Ukraine a direct role in European Union structures as an interim step to EU membership that he said could help
May 21, 2026
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In many ways, Brits admire the US. But as America hits 250, they say one man defines it: Trump
Britons are cool on America and baffled by President Donald Trump as the former colonies celebrate their 250th year of independence
May 21, 2026
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Bessent says high bond yields, energy prices are 'transient,' will ease as Iran war ends
The Iran war energy shock, growing inflation concerns and fading interest rate-cut hopes may have bond investors and central bankers on edge but U.S.
May 21, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Aston Villa and Prince William celebrate Europa League triumph ending team's 30-year trophy drought
In front of the future king of England, Unai Emery reaffirmed his status as the king of the Europa League
May 20, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Zelenskiy says Ukraine discussed sanctions on Russia with Britain
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Wednesday that Ukraine had been in contact with Britain on Wednesday, having sent signals on the "sensitive" issue of sanctions on Russia, with
May 21, 2026
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Southampton loses appeal in spying case that cost it a chance at promotion to Premier League
Southampton’s appeal against its expulsion from the Championship playoff final because of spying offenses was dismissed
May 20, 2026
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Business Insider CEO Barbara Peng to depart end June
Business Insider CEO Barbara Peng will leave the media company by the end of next month to pursue new opportunities created by technological change, she said on Wednesday.
May 21, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Turkey's Erdogan tells Trump issues with Iran can be resolved, Ankara says
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan told U.S.
May 21, 2026
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Austrian former domestic intelligence officer spied for Russia, court finds
An Austrian court found former intelligence officer Egisto Ott guilty of spying on Wednesday, for helping Russia hunt down opponents and selling it state
May 20, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
EU Commission finds treatment of Gaza flotilla activists unacceptable
The European Commission found the treatment of the Gaza flotilla activists shown in a video released by Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir is "completely
May 21, 2026
Economy|Europe|Technology|World
Germany seeks to make defence procurement agency more agile
Germany is reorganizing its defence procurement agency to make the system more flexible and responsive, the defence ministry said on Wednesday as it moves ahead with the
May 20, 2026
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EU paves way to finalise US trade deal and avoid Trump tariff hike
The European Union struck a provisional agreement on Wednesday on legislation to remove import duties on U.S. goods, a key part of a trade deal
May 19, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel
Holy deception: Rome's 'sexy priest' calendar star never set foot in a seminary
A calendar featuring close-ups of young, handsome priests has been a popular Rome souvenir for two decades
May 20, 2026
Asia|Economy|Europe|World
China’s Xi gives Putin a red-carpet welcome – and makes a veiled jab at the US
China’s Xi gives Putin a red-carpet welcome – and makes a veiled jab at the US
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World
Google rejects UK union recognition but offers talks via conciliation body
Google said it had rejected a request from two British unions for voluntary recognition but would negotiate with them via a state-backed conciliation service,
May 20, 2026
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ECB June rate hike case is nearly sealed but July is fully open, sources say
The case for a European Central Bank rate hike in June is nearly sealed but the bank is likely to be noncommittal about any further
May 20, 2026
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Volkswagen is not in talks with Chinese, CEO says in bid to calm workers
Germany's Volkswagen is not currently in talks with Chinese manufacturers regarding overcapacity at its car plants in Europe, although the problem does have
May 20, 2026
Africa|Economy|Europe|Political|World
France, Morocco prepare treaty to foster ties
Moroccan and French foreign ministers said on Wednesday the two countries are preparing to sign a treaty to strengthen ties during an upcoming state visit
May 20, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Ukraine to beef up northern defences over Russian offensive plans
Ukraine will send reinforcements to its northern regions and step up diplomatic pressure on Belarus to counter what Kyiv believes are Russian plans to launch a new offensive
May 20, 2026
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Wife of Northern Ireland's Jeffrey Donaldson unfit for trial, judge says
Eleanor Donaldson, the wife of former Northern Ireland politician Jeffrey Donaldson, is unfit to stand trial alongside her husband on charges related to historical sex
May 20, 2026
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World
UK parliamentary election, key to possible Burnham leadership bid, set for June 18
An election for a seat in Britain's parliament, set to be contested by possible Labour Party leadership candidate Andy Burnham, will take place on June 18, the local council
May 20, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Germany to invest in everyday shelters, shifting from Cold War bunkers
Germany's government approved a new Civil Defense Plan on Wednesday, shifting from Cold War bunkers to everyday sites such as underground parking garages, tunnels and subway
May 20, 2026
Europe|Political|World
UK says surveillance plane dangerously intercepted by Russian jets last month
Two Russian jets last month intercepted a British Royal Air Force surveillance plane over the Black Sea, in what Britain's defence ministry said on Wednesday was a dangerous
May 20, 2026
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Irish PM urges full probe of death of Congolese man restrained outside store
Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin has called for a thorough investigation into the death of a Congolese-born man after he was
May 20, 2026
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Mango tycoon's heir held financial grudge, gave contradictory versions of father's death, judge says
The heir to the Mango retail fortune held a financial grudge against his father and gave police and emergency
May 20, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Residents of Lithuania's capital told to shelter as drone alarm underlines NATO's eastern jitters
Lithuania's president and prime minister have been taken to safe locations after a suspected drone was detected near the country's border with Belarus
May 20, 2026
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Ukraine ally Britain eases new sanctions on Russian oil as fuel prices surge over Iran war
Prime Minister Keir Starmer insists that Britain’s support for Ukraine remains strong, despite the U.K. delaying some new sanctions on Russian oil
May 20, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Kremlin says Lithuanian minister's comments about attacking Russian exclave 'verge on insanity'
The Kremlin slammed remarks by Lithuania's top diplomat as "verging on insanity" on Wednesday after Foreign Minister Kestutis Budrys said that NATO had to show Moscow it was
May 20, 2026
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UK shares rise as softer inflation tempers some rate hike bets
UK shares closed higher on Wednesday after a softer-than-expected April inflation reading tempered some interest-rate-hike bets, while a drop in crude oil prices and stabilizing
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Science|Technology
ASML CEO sees tight supply in booming chip market as AI demand soars
The booming global semiconductor market will be "tense" with tight supply for the foreseeable future, the head of chip-making machine giant ASML
May 20, 2026
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Israeli police force Gaza flotilla activists to kneel with hands bound, video shows
Israeli police on Wednesday forced activists who were aboard a Gaza-bound aid flotilla to kneel on the ground in rows with their hands tied behind their
May 20, 2026
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Seagull splatters King Charles III during Northern Ireland visit
A seagull has left a lasting impression on King Charles III during his visit to Northern Ireland
May 20, 2026
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Don't fight AI, HSBC CEO tells staff as banks begin job cuts
HSBC appealed to staff not to fight AI on Wednesday, saying it would destroy jobs while creating new ones, as banking rival
May 20, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|World
China still Germany's top trade partner in first quarter, US close behind
China remained Germany's biggest trading partner in the first quarter of 2026, but only narrowly ahead of the United States as German exports to China fell sharply,
May 20, 2026
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Fugitive Polish minister flew to US from Italy, prosecutors say
Fugitive former Polish justice minister Zbigniew Ziobro, who faces charges stemming mainly from his alleged misuse of money for political gain, flew to the United States
May 20, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
British PM Starmer congratulates Arsenal as title celebrations go deep into the night
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has taken time out from dealing with his own sticky political situation to congratulate his favorite soccer team Arsenal on winning the Premier League
May 20, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
NATO summit in Ankara should reaffirm alliance's unity, Turkey to tell allies
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will tell NATO foreign ministers this week that the next NATO leaders' summit, set for Ankara in July, should reaffirm the alliance's
May 20, 2026
Europe|Political|World
US force adjustments in Europe will be gradual and structured, Rutte says
The gradual reduction of U.S. troops in Europe will happen "in a structured way", that won't impact NATO's defence plans, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said on
May 20, 2026
Africa|Europe|Health|World
US doctor in contact with Ebola patient heading to Czech hospital from Uganda
A U.S. doctor will be transferred from Uganda to a hospital in Prague on Wednesday after he came into contact with a patient infected with Ebola, Czech health officials said
May 20, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Ukraine, Hungary kick off expert-level consultations
Kyiv and Budapest began expert-level consultations online on Wednesday, the countries' foreign ministers said.
May 20, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Macron ally cleared to run French central bank
Emmanuel Moulin, President Emmanuel Macron's former chief of staff, on Wednesday won lawmakers' approval to head the Bank of France after
May 20, 2026
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Hungary's PM says he may meet Zelenskiy in June if minority rights talks successful
Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar could meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy in June if a deal on Hungarian minority rights
May 20, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Germany will deploy Patriot air defence system to southeast Turkey, Ankara says
Turkey said on Wednesday that Germany would send it a Patriot missile defence system for a six-month deployment from June to replace a system deployed as part of NATO
May 20, 2026
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Demand soars for Israel's battle-tested weapons tech despite global criticism of its wartime conduct
Demand is soaring for Israel's battle-tested weapons and military technology, despite widespread condemnation by rights groups and the international community over the country's conduct in wars, particularly in Gaza
May 20, 2026
Americas|Crime|Economy|Europe|World
US Homeland Security says it assisted Spain in probe of former PM Zapatero
The United States' Department of Homeland Security assisted Spanish police in a money-laundering probe that led to an investigation by Spain's High Court of
May 20, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
As Merz struggles, Germany's far-right AfD goes local to woo voters
As German Chancellor Friedrich Merz struggles to halt a relentless slide in approval ratings, Ulrich Siegmund,
May 20, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Poland says US troop deployment delayed, not canceled
Poland's defence minister said no decisions have been made to reduce the number of American troops in the country and recent U.S. moves may only temporarily
May 20, 2026
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Russian attacks kill two in Ukraine; Kyiv drones strike central Russia
Two people were killed and 19 injured in Russia attacks on Ukraine overnight, local officials said on Wednesday, while Ukraine sent drones to strike
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology
JPMorgan's digital retail bank in Germany open for business
JPMorgan said that it was officially opening its Chase digital retail bank in Germany on Wednesday, with customers now able to download an app and its website going live.
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology
Europe EV sales leap as Iran war pushes up petrol pump prices
Demand for electric vehicles in Europe has surged as high fuel prices linked to the Iran war propel sales of
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World
EU paves way to finalise US trade deal and avoid Trump tariff hike
The European Union struck a provisional agreement on Wednesday on legislation to remove import duties on U.S. goods, a key part of the trade deal
May 20, 2026
Business|Europe|Technology|World
Meta offers AI rival chatbots limited free WhatsApp access, sources say
Meta Platforms has offered to give rival AI chatbots including OpenAI free access to its social messaging service WhatsApp in Europe, but will start
May 20, 2026
Asia|Europe|World
Rubio heads to a NATO meeting as European angst over Trump reliability, US troops, Iran grows
Secretary of State Marco Rubio will travel this week to a NATO foreign ministers meeting in Sweden, where U.S. plans to reduce troop levels in Europe coupled with President Donald Trump’s often inconsistent stance on the alliance have created concern
May 20, 2026
Business|Europe|Sports|World
Southampton expelled from playoffs for spying, loses shot at promotion to Premier League
Southampton has been expelled from the Championship playoffs after admitting to repeatedly spying on opponents
May 20, 2026
Europe|Political|World
NATO's top officer doesn't expect more American drawdowns beyond the 5,000 troops Trump announced
NATO’s top military officer says he doesn’t expect any more drawdowns of American troops from Europe — at least not anytime soon — beyond the 5,000 that U.S. President Donald Trump announced would leave the continent
May 19, 2026
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Mango founder’s son arrested in connection to father’s plunging death
Mango founder’s son arrested in connection to father’s plunging death
May 20, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle
Ryusuke Hamaguchi makes gentle, quiet, long films. And he might win the Palme d'Or
The Cannes Film Festival is not a place that’s conducive to taking your time
May 19, 2026
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Two Married at First Sight UK wives claim they were raped by onscreen husbands
Two Married at First Sight UK wives claim they were raped by onscreen husbands
May 20, 2026
Arts|Business|Crime|Europe|Fashion and Beauty
Son of Mango fashion chain founder posts bail after arrest in Spain over father’s fatal cliff fall
Jonathan Andic, the son of Mango's billionaire founder, has posted bail following his arrest in connection with the death of his billionaire father
May 19, 2026
Environment|Europe|Political|World
Palestinians in Gaza mark anniversary of 1948 mass uprooting and say today's catastrophe is worse
Millions of Palestinians are marking the 78th anniversary of the Nakba
May 15, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Carlos Alcaraz pulls out of Wimbledon because of wrist injury
Two-time Wimbledon champion Carlos Alcaraz has pulled out of the grass-court Grand Slam event next month because of his lingering wrist injury
May 19, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
UK police investigate allegations of child sex abuse dating back to 1980s after Epstein file release
Police in the UK are investigating two allegations of decades-old child sex abuse linked to Jeffrey Epstein
May 19, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
A NATO fighter jet shoots down a Ukrainian drone over Estonia
Authorities say a NATO fighter jet shot down a Ukrainian drone over southern Estonia
May 19, 2026
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World
Hungary’s Magyar kicks off his first foreign trip as prime minister to ally Poland
Hungary's new prime minister, Péter Magyar, is visiting Poland, a traditional ally that can offer plenty of lessons on political transformation and restoring democratic norms
May 19, 2026
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Police say dozens of people and organizations could be charged over deadly 2017 London fire
British police plan to ask prosecutors to consider charging 57 people and 20 organizations over the 2017 Grenfell Tower fire in London
May 19, 2026
Crime|Europe|Travel|World
Bodies of 2 Italian divers are recovered from deep in a Maldives underwater cave
Divers have recovered the bodies of two Italian divers from an underwater cave in the Maldives
May 19, 2026
Business|Europe|Sports
Guardiola doesn't deny reports he's leaving City, will talk to chairman before saying future plans
Pep Guardiola has addressed the fevered speculation about his future at Manchester City by saying he will talk to club chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak in the upcoming days before announcing whether he’ll see out the remaining year of his contract
May 19, 2026
Crime|Environment|Europe|World
Rescuers search for 3 missing after German building collapse possibly caused by gas explosion
Rescue teams in Germany are searching for three people missing after a building collapsed in the eastern city of Görlitz near the Polish border
May 19, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World
Stellantis to push US revival, brands and Chinese deals in high-stakes pitch to investors
Stellantis' CEO Antonio Filosa will outline a new long-term strategy to investors on Thursday with a focus on reviving crucial U.S. sales, tightening the
May 19, 2026
Crime|Europe|Science|Travel|World
Bodies of four missing Italian divers located in Maldives sea cave
Bodies of four missing Italian divers located in Maldives sea cave
May 17, 2026
Americas|Europe|Sports|World
Neymar picked for Brazil's World Cup squad despite doubts on fitness
Neymar has made Brazil’s World Cup squad
May 19, 2026
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World
US pauses joint defense effort with Canada that dates to WWII
The U.S. says it's pausing participation on a joint board with Canada for continental defense that dates to World War II
May 19, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Arsenal on the verge of Premier League title after beating Burnley
Arsenal has closed in on a first Premier League title in 22 years by beating Burnley 1-0 in its penultimate game of the campaign
May 19, 2026
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|Technology
A new Swatch model is introduced, and a case study in overexcited 'drop culture' plays out
Swatch's new Royal Pop pocket watch has sparked outbursts of chaos worldwide
May 19, 2026
Americas|Business|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle
Truck crashes into Burger King; Restaurant closed
Truck crashes into Burger King; Restaurant closed
May 19, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|Technology|World
Explosion at Searsmont lumber mill kills Maine firefighter, leaves multiple in critical condition
Explosion at Searsmont lumber mill kills Maine firefighter, leaves multiple in critical condition
May 19, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Israeli troops intercept a flotilla off Cyprus as it tries to breach the Gaza blockade
The Israeli military has intercepted boats in international waters off the coast of Cyprus, part of a flotilla attempting to break Israel's naval blockade of Gaza
May 18, 2026
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|Technology
Swatch's 'drop culture' gamble takes leaf from Labubu, Popeyes playbook
Swiss watchmaker Swatch and luxury partner Audemars Piguet are betting big on a Gen Z "product drop" culture - buzzy, often limited launches that have helped
May 18, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Interview
The breathless Korean sci-fi monster movie 'Hope' leaves the Cannes Film Festival floored
Sprawling action movies with aliens do not generally compete for the Cannes Film Festival’s Palme d’Or
May 18, 2026
Environment|Europe|Political|World
Greenland's prime minister tells Trump's envoy self-determination cannot be negotiated
Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen says a meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump's special envoy to the Arctic, Jeff Landry, was positive but emphasized Greenland's commitment to self-determination
May 18, 2026
Arts|Business|Crime|Europe|US|World
Judge allows gun and notebook as evidence at Mangione’s trial in UnitedHealthcare CEO’s killing
A gun and notebook that prosecutors say link Luigi Mangione to the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson can be used as evidence at his murder trial
May 18, 2026
Americas|Business|Europe|Sports|World
FIFA signs another World Cup sponsor deal with the gambling industry
FIFA has added another gambling industry sponsor to the 2026 World Cup by signing Greece-based betting brand Betano to a regional deal covering Europe and South America
May 18, 2026
Arts|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Sports
This golfer nearly died after being hit by a drunken driver. Now she's won her first pro title
German golfer Leonie Harm has won her first professional title on the Ladies European Tour, 13 years after nearly dying when she was hit by a drunken driver
May 18, 2026
Americas|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports
Jannik Sinner enters the French Open on a 29-match win streak, chasing a career Grand Slam
By sweeping the first five Masters 1000 tournaments of the year top-ranked Jannik Sinner has dominated tennis like few other players have in the sport’s recent history
May 18, 2026
Europe|Science|Technology|World
Dodging the drones: Aerial attackers stalk Ukrainian troops, and a CNN team, on a key road to the front
Dodging the drones: Aerial attackers stalk Ukrainian troops, and a CNN team, on a key road to the front
May 18, 2026
Crime|Europe|Health|MidEast|Political|World
Lebanon death toll reaches 3,000 in fighting between Israel and Hezbollah
The death toll in the latest fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon has surpassed 3,000
May 18, 2026
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle
Sharon Stone, Renate Reinsve and Charles Melton: The must-see looks from the Cannes Film Festival so far
Sharon Stone, Renate Reinsve and Charles Melton: The must-see looks from the Cannes Film Festival so far
May 13, 2026
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|World
Spanish court orders tax authority to repay Shakira $64 million over wrongful fines
Spanish court orders tax authority to repay Shakira $64 million over wrongful fines
May 18, 2026
Environment|Europe|Sports|Travel|World
Italy's foreign minister says divers found bodies of 4 Italians in Maldives sea cave
Italy’s Foreign Ministry says rescuers have found the bodies of four Italian divers inside an underwater cave in the Maldives
May 18, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Opinion|Political|World
Why the Iran war is breaking the US-European strategic alliance
European leaders are learning they cannot rely on Washington, and that the US will act against their interests and at their economic expense.
May 18, 2026
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Europe
Antonia Bembo fled Venice to escape her abusive husband – over three centuries later, her opera finally takes the stage
Due to the vagaries of her music manuscripts and the historical neglect of women composers, Bembo and her opera were overlooked for centuries.
May 18, 2026
Americas|Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|Technology
Swatch and Audemars Piguet’s ‘high-low’ collab sparked a frenzy. Who’s the real winner?
Swatch and Audemars Piguet’s ‘high-low’ collab sparked a frenzy. Who’s the real winner?
May 18, 2026
Business|Celebrity|Economy|Entertainment|Europe
Pop star Shakira is acquitted in a Spanish tax fraud case
A Spanish court has acquitted pop star Shakira in a tax fraud case and ordered the government to return over 55 million euros in wrongly imposed fines
May 18, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World
Kremlin says it has 'serious expectations' for Putin's trip to China
Russia has high expectations for President Vladimir Putin's trip to China this week, and the two sides will use it to develop their "privileged partnership", the Kremlin
May 18, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Barcelona wins in Lewandowski's farewell. Sevilla avoids relegation despite loss to Real Madrid
Barcelona has capped a perfect season at home
May 18, 2026
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|World
Barbra Streisand won't attend Cannes Palme d'Or ceremony after a knee injury
Barbra Streisand says she won’t attend the Cannes Film Festival ceremony where she was to receive an honorary Palme d’Or after sustaining a knee injury
May 18, 2026
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Political|World
Bulgarians cheer 'Bangaranga' and the country's first Eurovision win
Bulgarians celebrated on Sunday their country's surprise first win in the Eurovision Song Contest as they welcomed home Dara, who triumphed with her catchy, crowd-pleasing,
May 17, 2026
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle
Cate Blanchett laments that the #MeToo movement 'got killed very quickly' in Hollywood
Cate Blanchett says that the #MeToo movement “got killed very quickly” in remarks at the Cannes Film Festival
May 18, 2026
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Interview
In Cannes standout 'Fatherland,’ Sandra Hüller stuns again
The full range of Sandra Hüller’s talent is on full display this year in four films that run from big to small
May 17, 2026
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|World
Bulgaria gives its Eurovision winner Dara a grand welcome upon her return home
Hundreds of cheering fans waving Bulgarian flags have welcomed Eurovision Song Contest winner Dara upon her return home
May 17, 2026
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe
Library founded in 1854 receives book checked out over 100 years ago
Library founded in 1854 receives book checked out over 100 years ago
May 18, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Italian leaders visit Modena after car-ramming attack
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and President Sergio Mattarella travelled to the northern city of Modena on Sunday, a day after several people were
May 17, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Ukraine conducts large-scale drone strikes on Russia, killing 4 and wounding a dozen others
Russian officials say overnight Ukrainian drone strikes killed at least four people including three near Moscow
May 17, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Ukraine attack ‘largest in over a year’ on Moscow, Russian state media reports
Ukraine attack ‘largest in over a year’ on Moscow, Russian state media reports
May 17, 2026
Crime|Europe|Lifestyle|World
Four bystanders tackle knife-wielding driver after car plows into crowd in Italy
Four bystanders tackle knife-wielding driver after car plows into crowd in Italy
May 17, 2026
Business|Europe|Sports|World
Xabi Alonso hired by Chelsea on 4-year deal in return to coaching after Real Madrid disappointment
Chelsea has hired Xabi Alonso as its latest manager on a four-year deal, with the former Real Madrid coach set to take over on July 1
May 17, 2026
Election|Europe|Finance|Health|Political
It's official: Wes Streeting of the Labour Party wants to be Britain's next prime minister
Wes Streeting's ambition to head the British government was one of the worst-kept secrets in U.K. politics
May 17, 2026
Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports
Conor McGregor to make long-awaited UFC return in July fight against Max Holloway
Conor McGregor is returning the octagon
May 17, 2026
Business|Europe|World
This tiny center in a UK seaside town is the first place vessels under attack in the Persian Gulf call
This tiny center in a UK seaside town is the first place vessels under attack in the Persian Gulf call
May 17, 2026
Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports
Ronda Rousey stops Gina Carano with an armbar 17 seconds into their double comeback bout
Ronda Rousey stopped Gina Carano with her signature armbar just 17 seconds into the iconic fighters’ mixed martial arts comeback bout
May 17, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Political|Sports|World
Bulgaria wins the 70th Eurovision Song Contest with upbeat party anthem 'Bangaranga'
Bulgaria has won the 70th Eurovision Song Contest with singer Dara’s party anthem “Bangaranga.”
May 16, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Political|World
Bulgaria wins Eurovision, Israel finishes second amid boycotts over its participation
Bulgaria wins Eurovision, Israel finishes second amid boycotts over its participation
May 17, 2026
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The Latest: Bulgarian singer Dara wins this year's Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna
Bulgarian singer Dara’s dance anthem “Bangaranga” has won the Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna, Austria, her country's first ever win in the competition
May 17, 2026
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The 10 best performances at the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest
The 2026 Eurovision Song Contest final in Vienna has showcased acts from 25 countries
May 17, 2026
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Driver plows into pedestrians in Modena, 8 injured as driver detained after attempted escape
A driver has plowed into pedestrians in the northern Italian city of Modena, injuring eight people, four of them critically, before trying to flee and being detained by police, local authorities said
May 16, 2026
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Britain’s hard right on the march as tens of thousands descend on London
Britain’s hard right on the march as tens of thousands descend on London
May 17, 2026
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London police were out in force to deal with rival rallies and a soccer final
Police say 43 people were arrested in London in connection two rival marches on the streets of capital
May 16, 2026
Europe|World
Many see Andy Burnham as UK government's savior. First he needs a seat in Parliament
Britain’s government is in turmoil, and some see Andy Burnham as the one to save it
May 16, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Mourinho receives Arbeloa's blessing amid talk of return to Real Madrid
Real Madrid’s Álvaro Arbeloa has given his blessing to former boss José Mourinho amid intense speculation that the Portuguese coach is set to replace him and start a second stint at the European powerhouse
May 16, 2026
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Putin to visit Chinese leader Xi Jinping days after Trump's trip to Beijing
Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on a two-day trip to Beijing next week, the Kremlin says
May 16, 2026
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Spain's Eurovision boycott over Israeli participation leaves contest fans torn
Spain is boycotting this year’s edition of the Eurovision Song Contest, after repeatedly expressing disapproval over Israel’s participation
May 16, 2026
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Pope creates artificial intelligence study group as Vatican prepares to release his first encyclical
Pope Leo XIV has created a study group on artificial intelligence in a sign of his ongoing concern about the technology
May 16, 2026
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Pentagon halts deployments to Poland and Germany to cut troop numbers in Europe, AP sources say
The Pentagon is drawing down thousands of troops in Europe by stopping units from deploying to Poland and Germany as opposed to yanking those already stationed there
May 15, 2026
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UK government faces weeks of uncertainty over the prime minister's future
Britain's government faces uncertainty as the Labour Party grapples with internal turmoil
May 15, 2026
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Switzerland beats defending champion the US in ice hockey worlds opener
Switzerland has begun its quest for a first ice hockey world championship title by defeating the United States 3-1
May 15, 2026
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Search for bodies of Italian divers in Maldives cave suspended due to bad weather
Maldivian authorities have suspended a high-risk operation to recover the bodies of four Italian divers believed trapped inside a deep underwater cave, after one body was recovered the day before
May 15, 2026
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Jane Schoenbrun's queer slasher movie 'Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma' jolts Cannes
A bold, bloody queer slasher film starring Hannah Einbinder and Gillian Anderson gave the Cannes Film Festival a gonzo jolt
May 15, 2026
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Willkommen, bienvenue, welcome to a Eurovision Song Contest that embraces linguistic diversity
English has long dominated pop music, but it no longer reigns supreme at the Eurovision Song Contest
May 15, 2026
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US scraps deployment of 4,000 troops to Poland
The Pentagon has canceled plans to deploy 4,000 U.S.-based troops to Poland, two U.S. officials said, a surprise decision slammed by lawmakers that renewed questions
May 15, 2026
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UK media regulator says X promises to crack down on terrorist and hate content
Elon Musk's social media platform X is pledging to crack down on hate and terrorist content in Britain
May 15, 2026
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Don't expect Oleksandr Usyk to get into the ring with Jake Paul any time soon
Oleksandr Usyk wants to make some “noise” before he calls time on a career that has made him the most dominant heavyweight boxer of his generation
May 15, 2026
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Cannes and the Hôtel Martinez await a 'White Lotus' close-up
As many actors are appearing at the Cannes Film Festival this week, the best role in town might be a little further down the Croisette
May 15, 2026
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Claudine Longet, singer and actor at center of a notorious manslaughter trial, dies at 84
French singer and actor Claudine Longet has died at age 84
May 15, 2026
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Finland's hotly tipped Eurovision performance features flames, a valuable violin and a safety plan
At the Eurovision Song Contest, performers get just three minutes to impress
May 15, 2026
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Provocative Austrian feminist artist Valie Export dies at 85
Austrian artist Valie Export, whose pioneering work and performance art made her a leading light of the avant-garde feminist scene in postwar Europe, has died in Vienna at the age
May 15, 2026
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Trump is cutting the numbers of US troops in Europe. Here’s how
Trump is cutting the numbers of US troops in Europe. Here’s how
May 15, 2026
Europe|Sports
Kylian Mbappé among players jeered by Real Madrid fans at the Bernabeu in 2-0 win over Oviedo
Real Madrid fans have made their discontentment known by jeering players at the Santiago Bernabeu before a 2-0 win over already relegated Oviedo
May 15, 2026
Education|Europe|Travel|World
Princess of Wales' Italy visit highlights progressive preschool approach that shuns standardization
The Princess of Wales’ visit to Italy highlights the Reggio Approach, an educational model that values a child’s curiosity and potential
May 14, 2026
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Czech police detain suspect in theft of medieval saint's skull from church
Czech police detained a 35-year-old man suspected of stealing a revered 800-year-old saint's skull from a church in the northern Czech Republic this week, they said on
May 15, 2026
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Russia pounds Ukraine in heaviest wartime drone attack over two days
Russia carried out its largest aerial attack over a two-day period since the start of its war in Ukraine, pounding the capital Kyiv and
May 14, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Russia hammers Ukraine in biggest prolonged drone attack since war began
Russia hammers Ukraine in biggest prolonged drone attack since war began
May 14, 2026
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UK health secretary resigns, setting up a potential Labour leadership challenge to Keir Starmer
Efforts to unseat British Prime Minister Keir Starmer have erupted into open rebellion within his party
May 14, 2026