China's foreign ministry denounces UK spy convictions as 'political farce'

The high-profile case exposed how ex-police superintendent Bill Yuen and Peter Wai conducted "shadow policing" operations on British soil targeting Hong Kong dissidents.

Oil tanker arrives in South Korea after leaving the Strait of Hormuz

A Malta-flagged tanker, carrying one million barrels of crude oil, has successfully reached the western coast of South Korea after passing through the Strait of Hormuz in mid-April.

Vigils held across Australia after death of 5-year-old girl

People across Australia held candlelight vigils to remember a 5-year-old girl whose death has shocked the nation.

Latest news bulletin | May 8th, 2026 – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 8th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Alma Allen Flops in Venice

Plus, a peek into the Biennale's main exhibition, a poetic procession for Koyo Kouoh, a film about a painter and an art forger, and more.

What cues India can take from China to fix its foul air and water

India’s poor air is driving much needed investment away from the country.

The Top 5 Longreads of the Week

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Iran hawks erupt over terms of Trump's peace proposal

The reported terms of a one-page memorandum of understanding to end the Iran war spurred a swift backlash from allies of President Trump who have cheered on his fight against the Islamic Republic. Prominent conservative media figures and pro-Israel advocates spoke out against

GOP braces for high-stakes 2027 spending fight with midterms looming

The hard-fought clash over 2026 appropriations may have just ended, but House GOP leaders aren't getting any respite as they plunge into the battle over spending for fiscal 2027 — the last major legislative fight expected before November’s elections. After a bruising 2026

Democrats grasp for Senate seat in Florida, where Trump, GOP rule

A Republican president's approval ratings are stuck in the mid-30s as Americans grapple with an unpopular war with Iran that has raised gas prices above $4 per gallon. In past midterm cycles, that would lay the groundwork for Democrats to feel optimistic about picking up a

Africa: Uganda Reaffirms Committment to Attend Third Russia-Africa Summit

[Nile Post] Gen. Jeje Odongo Abubakhar, Uganda's Minister of Foreign Affairs has held a bilateral meeting with Mr. Sergey Lobanov, Chargé d'Affaires of the Russian Federation to Uganda, during which both sides reaffirmed the warm and longstanding relations between Uganda and

Nintendo is raising the price of the Switch 2 later this year

A $50 increase in the US. Further increases rolling out in Japan, Europe, and Canada.

Portugal tests fire response in European exercise with 700 operatives from six countries

With the arrival of hot weather and the increased risk of fires, more than 700 operatives from six European countries took part in an exercise in Viseu that simulated a large rural fire.

'Russia is still outproducing us militarily,' EU Defence Commissioner tells Euronews

As Poland and Lithuania prepare to finalise nearly €50 billion in defence loans on Friday – just one day before Russia’s controversial Victory Day parade – the EU’s defence chief said the timing is symbolic. But despite the show of resolve, he warned Europe is still not moving

Exclusive: Iranians risk arrest at Iraq border to escape Tehran's total internet blackout

Desperate to communicate with the outside world, Iranians are increasingly travelling to the border with Iraq, where Iraqi SIM cards and impromptu hotspots became a hot commodity, they told Euronews.

Three dead after volcano erupts on Indonesian island

Officials had previously issued warnings on climbing the active volcano due to safety concerns.

Can you afford the 2026 World Cup? What fans paid for a seat over the years

The 2026 World Cup is facing criticism over record-high ticket prices, with fans saying it is becoming far less affordable than past tournaments. Compared to previous World Cups-where even final tickets were often under a few thousand dollars-2026 prices can reach $15,000 or

Ex-SriLankan Air CEO Kapila Chandrasena found dead amid fresh bribery probe

His death comes as the authorities reopen an investigation into alleged bribery.

Taiwan's parliament approves US$25 billion defence spending bill

The result was announced by the parliamentary speaker after a final vote on the bill, which falls well short of the government's proposed budget of nearly US$40 billion.

Japan’s ammonia push risks locking Indonesia into coal

In the uneasy politics of energy transition, few ideas are as seductive — or as risky — as compromise. Ammonia co-firing, now being advanced through Japan’s Asia Zero Emission Community (AZEC) at Indonesia’s Suralaya and Paiton coal plants, is one such compromise. It promises

“Cinema Needs Europe, Europe Needs Cinema”: 4,700 Film Professionals Call for EU to Protect Film Funding

Francis Ford Coppola, Juliette Binoche, Sandra Hüller, Joachim Trier, Stellan Skarsgård, and Vicky Krieps are among the signatories of an open letter calling on the EU to "future-proof" support for MEDIA.

Inequality causing 100,000 extra deaths a year from heat and cold in Europe

Findings come after third-hottest April on record globally and amid fears of more brutal European summer weather Economic inequality adds more than 100,000 deaths to the vast toll from heat and cold in Europe each year, research has found. Cutting levels inequality to match

Malaysia, Singapore fine-tuning RTS Link co-located facility SOPs, says Saifuddin

The RTS Link is expected to ease congestion along the Causeway once operations begin.

Sony’s PS5 sales plummet amid price rises and a memory crisis

Sony sold just 1.5 million PS5 consoles in its most recent fourth fiscal quarter, down 46 percent year over year. The slump in PS5 sales comes after Sony raised the price of its PS5 consoles twice over the past year, pushing the price of the regular PS5 from $499.99 all the way

There was 'no real ceasefire' in Lebanon, says Lebanese MP

Disarming Hezbollah will require a lot of "will, courage and decision" from Lebanon. A difficult mission, as the country has "no state" and the Lebanese are "paying the price" of the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, MP Nadim Gemayel said in an interview on Euronews'

Scientists discover a new way to prevent gum disease without killing good bacteria

Scientists have uncovered a surprising way to influence the bacteria living in our mouths — not by killing them, but by interrupting how they “talk” to each other. Researchers found that dental plaque bacteria use chemical signals to coordinate growth, and by blocking those

South Korea’s arms exports face competition as Japanese weapons hit the market

Japan’s lifting of restrictions on arms exports marks a significant shift from its post-WW II pacifist defence policy.

Malaysia plans cloud seeding for drought-hit ‘rice bowl’

A drought in Malaysia's “rice bowl” north has delayed planting of the staple crop and raised supply fears.

China confirms attack on oil tanker in Strait of Hormuz earlier this week

BEIJING, May 8 - China's foreign ministry confirmed on Friday that an oil products tanker carrying Chinese crew was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, and expressed deep concern about vessels affected by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

TikTok scales back AI-generated video descriptions after absurd errors

While only rolled out to some users, the feature's bizarre AI-generated descriptions were shared widely.

Africa: Viral Video Exaggerates Vaccine Side Effects in Children and Falsely Urges Parents to Avoid Vaccination

[Africa Check] Viral video exaggerates vaccine side effects in children and falsely urges parents to avoid vaccination

South Africa court rules impeachment proceedings against president should not have been blocked

The ruling could have huge implications for the political future of Cyril Ramaphosa.

3 Defensive Dividend Stocks to Weather Market Uncertainty

Large forest fire burning in Chernobyl exclusion zone after drone crash, Kyiv says

Radiation levels at the site were within "normal limits," authorities reported, adding that firefighters were working to contain the blaze.

The Switch 2 Is Getting A Hefty Price Hike To $500 Later This Year

Less than a year after launch, Nintendo reveals a $50 increase on the already pricey handheld

Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: 'Mortal Kombat II' - Game Over?

Dumb fun for some; another failed video game adaptation for others. Wherever you stand, just don't fall for the "made for the fans" routine...

Kinds of fast

There’s the fast of a drag racer. Purpose-built, difficult to steer, expensive and fragile. There’s the fast of the marathon runner. Beat by a sprinter every time, but able to keep it up for hours. And the fast of a well-integrated team. Communications, clarity, and respect

South Korea begins probe into ship fire in Strait of Hormuz amid Iran dispute

SEOUL, May 8 (Reuters) - South Korea's Oceans Ministry said on Friday that government investigators had started examining the cause of an explosion and fire aboard a Korean-operated vessel amid uncertainty over whether it had been attacked in the Strait of Hormuz. • The ship's

Bejewelled skeletons on display in German monastery fascinate visitors

Decorated catacomb saints at Bavaria's former Banz monastery continue to attract visitors centuries after arriving from Rome.

Why some Europeans face deadlier heat and cold: Inequality map reveals who is most at risk

Regions with greater socioeconomic inequalities are more affected by cold weather, whereas areas with higher levels of wealth and urbanization are at greater risk during heat waves and lower risk during cold spells. This is shown by a study led by the Barcelona Institute for

Malaysia plans cloud seeding for drought-hit 'rice bowl'

Malaysia is resorting to cloud seeding to bring much-needed rain to the country's "rice bowl" north, where a drought has delayed planting of the staple crop and raised supply fears.

Trumpworld Unnerved as Damning Leaks Expose His Worst War Blunders Yet

Officials have leaked word to The Washington Post that they believe Iran can survive Donald Trump’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz for three to four months without experiencing severe economic pain. Also, Iran has kept far more of its missiles and drones than previously

Europe's electricity storage race: Which countries lead in battery capacity?

Batteries are vital to using electricity from solar and wind efficiently. Battery capacities vary widely across European countries, with several planning significant expansion in their pipelines.

Republicans clash over policy wishlist as they seek to boost their midterm message

Many GOP lawmakers are pressing for another budget reconciliation bill that could help address voters’ affordability concerns.

A life in pictures: Sir David Attenborough celebrates his 100th birthday

Across decades of groundbreaking documentaries, Sir David Attenborough has brought the beauty and fragility of life on Earth into homes around the world. Today he turns 100.

Taiwan parliament approves extra defence spending but less than government wanted

TAIPEI, May 8 - Taiwan's opposition-controlled parliament approved extra defence spending of $25 billion on Friday, or just about two-thirds of the amount sought by the government to bolster the armed forces in the face of a rapidly modernising Chinese military.

Taiwan Parliament approves extra defence spending but less than what government seeks

The opposition-controlled Parliament approved two-thirds of the amount sought by the government.

IS-linked Australian women charged with slavery and terrorism offences after return from Syria

Three Australian women with links to the Islamic State group have been charged after returning home from Syria.

Podcast | How is Europe juggling all this geopolitical turmoil?

From the ice-cold treatment from an age-old ally to continued threats from Russia and economic concerns over China, Europe is having a hard time. Is this turmoil uniting or dividing the bloc? What steps can it take to defend itself? Brussels, My Love? tries to answer these