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Tulsi Gabbard resigns as Trump's director of national intelligence
Tulsi Gabbard was appointed as director of national intelligence at the start of Trump's second term as US president.
'Associate membership' risks leaving Ukraine in limbo, Ireland warns after Merz pitches bold plan
Helen McEntee, Ireland's foreign minister, warned that granting "associate membership" to Ukraine risks leaving the country in a limbo in its aspirations to join the European Union as a full member, following German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's unprecedented plan.
Rent takes 98.7% of young workers’ pay in solo flats and over 33% in shared homes
The youth emancipation rate fell to 14.5% in 2025, the lowest since comparable records began, says Spain's Youth Council, which warns a young worker must spend almost their entire salary to rent a home alone.
Average rent now swallows 98.7% of young workers’ pay for one-person flats in Spain
The youth emancipation rate fell to 14.5% in 2025, the worst figure on record, says Spain's Youth Council, adding that a young person must spend almost all their wages to rent a home alone.
Can France's Canal+ legally blacklist film professionals for criticising owner Vincent Bolloré?
In response to a petition signed by French film professionals protesting against the ever-growing hold of conservative businessman Vincent Bolloré on France's media industry, the group's CEO threatened to blacklist them. But is such a threat legal and could it undermine freedom
Do not get 100% of your supply from one country, EU industry chief says
The warning from EU Industry Commissioner Stéphane Séjourné comes as China has repeatedly threatened the EU in recent weeks while Brussels moves to shield its single market from the Asian giant.
Ukraine's President Zelenskyy invited to NATO summit in Ankara, Rutte confirms
Trump has lashed out at NATO allies on numerous occasions since the start of the Iran war on 28 February when both the US and Israel launched surprised strikes against the Islamic republic.
Latest news bulletin | May 22nd, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 22nd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Bigger than ever: WUF13 ends with global call for action
As the World Urban Forum ended in Baku on Friday, the debate on the future of cities evolved beyond architecture, infrastructure and skylines to the urgent global question of how can cities withstand conflict, climate change, rapid urbanisation and inequality without leaving
WHO confirms 12 hantavirus cases after new positive in the Netherlands
WHO has confirmed a new hantavirus case linked to the cruise ship MV Hondius, in a crew member who left the vessel in Tenerife and was repatriated to the Netherlands, raising the total to 12 infections.
Spain allows hantavirus contacts who test negative to spend last 14 quarantine days at home
The WHO has confirmed a new hantavirus case linked to cruise ship MV Hondius: a crew member who left the vessel in Tenerife and was repatriated to the Netherlands, bringing total infections to 12.
From rolling clothes to shoe hacks: The packing tips travel experts swear by
Heading away this summer? These tips from seasoned packing experts and the team at Euronews Travel will make travelling smoother, lighter and far less stressful.
Sabalenka cuts media short as French Open players protest
Leading players, including Aryna Sabalenka, Coco Gauff and Jannik Sinner, limit their French Open media duties to 15 minutes in a row over prize money.
EU leaves door open to sanctioning Russia's Patriarch Kirill, but not yet
The EU has been unable of sanctioning Russia's Patriarch Kirill since 2022. The change of power in Hungary offers an opportunity to revisit the issue.
USA: MomoCon in Atlanta unites 65,000 fans for a huge geek culture fest
MomoCon opened this week in Atlanta, with organisers expecting around 65,000 gamers, anime fans and cosplayers to attend one of the country’s biggest celebrations of geek culture, providing a major boost to local businesses.
Lebanon opens seafront tent camp in Beirut as Israeli strikes displace 1 million
Lebanon has opened a large tent camp on the seafront in Beirut to shelter civilians displaced by Israeli bombardment and fighting linked to Hezbollah, as more than one million people have now been forced from their homes.
Five things to know about OpenAI’s potentially record-breaking IPO plans
The maker of ChatGPT is preparing to go public in what could be the largest stock market debut in history — if SpaceX does not get there first.
Carbon-capturing bison and bill-slashing renewables: Positive environmental stories from 2026
Eco anxiety is very real, so we share this year's most uplifting stories to prove there’s hope for our climate.
Egypt to ship Cypriot gas to Europe in QatarEnergy deal
QatarEnergy and ExxonMobil have signed a deal with Egypt to pipe Cypriot offshore gas to Egyptian liquefaction facilities for export to Europe — the latest sign that Egypt is becoming the Eastern Mediterranean's dominant energy hub.
Ukraine strike on Starobilsk dormitory kills four in occupied Luhansk
Ukrainian drone strike on a college dorm in Russian‑occupied Starobilsk killed four and wounded at least 35, while Russian drones also hit residential areas in Kherson.
German business morale improves despite Iran war disruption to energy markets
German business confidence rose unexpectedly in May, breaking a run of declines linked to the Iran war and offering cautious optimism that Europe's largest economy is proving more resilient than initially feared.
Pep Guardiola to leave Manchester City, bringing close to 10-year trophy-laden spell
Guardiola, who had a further year left on his City contract, will take charge of his final game against Aston Villa in the Premier League on Sunday.
Enthusiasts recreate iconic 'death of Sherlock Holmes' at Reichenbach Falls in the Swiss Alps
Sherlock Holmes Day celebrations began earlier this month when members of the Sherlock Holmes Society of London traveled to Switzerland's Reichenbach Falls to reenact one of literature's most famous fictional death scenes.
How Candela’s flying ferries could bring commuters back to the water
“Welcome on board the first prototype of the ferry P12. We put it into water almost three years ago. We have built a lot of boats since.”
One Turkic Vision: OTS leaders unite for a smarter, connected future
Held in the historic city of Turkistan, the informal summit of the Organisation of Turkic States focused on building a shared digital future across the Turkic world.
Italian police break up star-studded island party attended by Mick Jagger
Other famous faces in attendance at the movie wrap party reportedly included Dakota Johnson and Isabella Rossellini.
Netflix's 'Emily in Paris' is ending after six seasons... And it's for the best
The hit Netflix series 'Emily in Paris' will come to an end after its upcoming sixth season - a wise decision for a show that has long run out of things to say.
Taiwan says it has received no notification from US of any pause to planned €12bn arms sale
Like other countries that maintain formal diplomatic ties with Beijing, the US doesn't recognise Taiwan as a country, but Washington remains the island’s strongest backer and arms supplier.
UK police prepared to probe sexual misconduct claim against former Prince Andrew
The former Prince Andrew was stripped of his remaining royal titles in October by the king due to the growing scandal around his ties to Jeffrey Epstein, who died in prison in 2019.
EU weighs limited fiscal flexibility on energy after Meloni push
EU weighs fiscal flexibility measures to tackle the Strait of Hormuz energy crisis after Meloni push, but warns of limits of expansionary policy
Scotland urges US to ‘make haggis legal again’ ahead of World Cup
Scotland's national dish has been illegal in the US since the 70s. Now, the tartan rebellion has begun, with one of Scotland's leading butchers leading the charge. After all, how can Scotland be expected to compete (and win) if haggis isn't on the menu?
Secure your spot in Hell: Part of Michigan’s quirky tourist town is going up for sale
You could be the new owner of the “Gateway to Hell”, which comes complete with a Crematory ice cream shop, devil-themed mini golf and a wedding chapel.
Turkish opposition fights court ousting of leaders in ruling boosting Erdoğan
The appeal court declared Özgür Özel's party leadership victory void, further cementing the president's grip on power.
EU air connectivity ‘flatlined’ in 2025 thanks to costs and regulatory burden, says IATA
Over 12 months, 1,281 routes were added – but 568 of these were relaunches of routes that were paused over the past decade.
Iran asserts jurisdiction over UAE and Oman waters in new Strait of Hormuz map
Five Gulf states have formally warned shipping companies through the IMO not to comply, as analysts say Iran is deliberately expanding its claimed zone beyond even its own initial boundaries in a step-by-step assertion of territorial control.
How Cubans feel about the US indictment of Raúl Castro
People in Havana reacted after US prosecutors indicted former Cuban leader Raúl Castro over the 1996 shootdown of planes operated by a Miami-based exile group, with several residents calling for dialogue instead of confrontation.
SpaceX delays rocket launch amid €1.51tn IPO plans
SpaceX has already spent months testing and redesigning the Starship V3, which it described as “the most powerful launch system ever developed.”
Hungary's Magyar pushes back on pension and tax reforms as EU funding talks intensify
Péter Magyar is pushing back against EU demands for pension and tax reforms, complicating attempts to release €17 billion in frozen funding before the August deadline. However, a breakthrough on the issue of the Erasmus+ educational programme is within reach.
Timelapse footage shows 'giant cave' inflating on Paris bridge
The monumental structure was created by Parisan artist JR - often dubbed the French Banksy
Greece protesters marched in Athens outside Israeli embassy
Around 1,000 pro-Palestinian demonstrators marched through Athens on Thursday after Israël intercepted a flotilla carrying Gaza activists, gathering outside the Israeli embassy as international criticism over the arrests mounted.
Jewish raid in Paris: Missing photos finally give victims of the Nazi era a face
85 years after the first major roundup of Jews in occupied Paris, an exhibition at the French Embassy in Berlin is showing 98 photographs that were lost for decades. The find is particularly significant for 91-year-old Holocaust survivor Liliane Ryszfeld.
‘Exceptionally high’ temperatures to hit parts of Europe this weekend. Which city can cope the best?
Experts warn that European cities are “calibrated to the old calendar", meaning they’re struggling to adapt to soaring May temperatures.
Lukashenka offers to meet Zelenskyy as Ukraine warns of Russia's new offensive through Belarus
Zelenskyy earlier warned Belarus of “consequences” over possible deeper involvement in Russia’s all-out war amid growing concerns that Moscow is seeking to open a new front against Ukraine from Belarus, as it did in early 2022.
IBM adds market value of Adidas after Trump’s quantum computing push
Quantum computing stocks surged after the Trump administration announced more than $2 billion (€1.7bn) in federal support for the sector. IBM received the largest investment and shares rose over 12% adding more than $27 billion (€23.2bn) in market capitalisation.
Portugal braces for travel chaos as nationwide strike threatens 500 flights
Holidaymakers heading to Portugal in June are being warned to expect delays and disruption as cabin crew, rail workers and metro staff prepare for a nationwide strike that could affect hundreds of flights and public transport services across the country.
Leonardo equips Kuwaiti patrol vessels, Italy boosts presence in Persian Gulf
The Italian group has signed a €320 million deal with shipbuilder Abu Dhabi Ship Building to supply Falaj 3 OPV naval combat systems to Kuwait, strengthening Italy’s commercial and military presence in the Persian Gulf.
EU green economy booms as solar energy grows at record pace. What's the most profitable sector?
EU countries doubled their green-economy output in less than 10 years. Will this continue despite some scaling back of green policies?
India faces extreme heat as dead fish wash up in New Delhi
India’s severe heatwave is affecting both people and wildlife in New Delhi. Hundreds of dead fish were removed from Sanjay Lake on Friday as temperatures remained far above seasonal averages.
EuroLeague Final Four: These are European basketball's most successful teams and countries
Greek teams have dominated the EuroLeague Final Four in the modern era.