Two dead, 10 injured after small plane crashes at Australia airport
The plane crashed into a hangar at Parafield Airport some 17km north of Adelaide shortly after take-off.
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Africa: Zambia Govt 'Postponement' of RightsCon 2026 Slammed
[HRW] The Zambian government's decision to postpone RightsCon 2026, effectively canceling the summit, raises concerns about the authorities' commitment to free expression and assembly and about possible Chinese government interference, Human Rights Watch said today. The 14th
Man arrested in Japan after allegedly incinerating wife at zoo
The suspect allegedly transported the body to the zoo, but police have not said how the victim died.
Week in wildlife: a clever orangutan, a cheeky frog and a dramatic whale rescue
This week’s best wildlife photographs from around the world Continue reading...
Ex-Spandau Ballet singer Ross Davidson sentenced to 14 years for rape and sexual assault
A former frontman for Spandau Ballet has been found guilty of multiple rapes and sexual assaults. He has been sentenced to 14 years in prison.
Commission approves close to €72 million Hungarian state aid measure to support new tyre manufacturing line
The European Commission has approved, under EU state aid rules, a €71.6 million (HUF 28 billion) Hungarian measure in favour of Hankook Tire & Technology Co. Ltd. The measure will support Hankook in setting up a truck and bus radial tyre factory in the Central Transdanubia
Hear Madonna and Sabrina Carpenter Team Up on Buoyant Single ‘Bring Your Love’
The dance number will appear on Madonna's forthcoming album, Confessions II
‘Swapped’ Review: Michael B. Jordon and Juno Temple Voice a Minor but Ravishing Animated Body-Swap Comedy for Tykes
On the story level, "Swapped" is quite basic, but there’s a surprise enchantment to it — it’s like a woodland fairy tale for seven-year-olds, yet on that score it’s visually ravishing and quite touching.
UAE’s OPEC exit hands Asia a petroyuan moment
On May 1, 2026, the United Arab Emirates formally departed from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), ending nearly six decades of membership. Most analysis has fixated on what this means for crude prices, supply discipline and Saudi Arabia’s burden of
Dubai chefs shrink menus as Iran war makes tomatillos, scallops harder to source
DUBAI, May 1 (Reuters) - Dubai chef Shaw Lash at Mexican restaurant Lila Molino flies in her avocados and tomatillos, small, tart green fruits native to Central America that are a staple of Mexican cuisine and key for her colourful and spicy dishes. Now the two-month-old war in
CJ ENM, TBS and U-Next Form Korea-Japan Drama Venture StudioMonowa
A new Korea-Japan content joint venture, StudioMonowa, has been launched by CJ ENM, TBS and U-Next Holdings following a signing ceremony held April 30 at the CJ ENM Center in Seoul, attended by the top leadership of all three companies. The venture pairs CJ ENM’s K-drama
After Orbán's defeat, the EU faces tough questions about Ukraine's accession
The imminent departure of Viktor Orbán is forcing EU leaders to confront uncomfortable questions about Ukraine's accession process that the Hungarian veto had, until now, kept unanswered.
First direct flight from the US in seven years lands in Venezuela
A Miami-Caracas flight reopens the direct route between the US and Venezuela after years of suspension due to political tensions and air restrictions.
Football helping to combat 'domestic violence'
Sport is doing its bit to help combat that seemingly never-ending plague of “domestic abuse”. Approximately 31% of women in the EU (around 50 million) have experienced physical or sexual violence in adulthood, with 18% experiencing partner violence. Data indicates 30% have
The Empire's most OTT lord finally gets his due, portrayed by a YouTuber hamming it up in Total War: Warhammer 3
Summon the Elector Count.
Crowds gather in central London after Banksy confirms new statue
Crowds gathered in central London after Banksy confirmed he was behind a newly installed statue in Waterloo Place.
Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: 'Mother Mary' – The Devil Wears Red
Anne Hathaway headlines both fashion crowdpleaser 'The Devil Wears Prada' and fashion psychodrama 'Mother Mary'. Both have their merits, but we're leaning for the weird one this week...
Trump considers troop cuts in Spain and Italy over continued disagreements on the war in Iran
Trump suggested his administration was also looking into reducing its presence in Spain and Italy over clashes with their leaders on the war in Iran. The comments come just one day after the US president made a similar proposal in Germany.
How LNG interests are seeking to disrupt global talks on decarbonising shipping
Observers say pressure on IMO negotiations appears to be linked to countries that have invested heavily in gas About a fifth of the world’s oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) passed through the strait of Hormuz , a strip of sea less than 30 miles wide at its narrowest point,
Youth Dialogue in Barcelona: Young voices help shape the EU’s next steps on housing
On Monday 20 April, Energy and Housing Commissioner Dan Jørgensen met with a group of young people for a Youth Dialogue on housing in Barcelona: a great opportunity for him to hear at first-hand how today’s housing pressures are reshaping study choices, careers, health and
South East Water chair resigns after critical report
It comes after a group of MPs declared that they had no confidence in the company's leadership.
Half of teenage girls in Japan use AI for advice: Government survey
Among teenage girls, 63.1 per cent said they trust AI's advice on personal relationships.
Iran war shows US economic coercion isn’t what it was
Two months after the United States, along with Israel, launched a war against Iran, that conflict appears far from a lasting resolution. Much commentary on the protracted nature of the conflict has centered on the limits of both the military and diplomatic approaches to the
China slams US regulator’s move to ban labs from electronic testing
Around 75 per cent of certified devices in the US are tested in recognised labs in China.
Seven in ten business owners say unpaid work is expected in their industry, survey finds
Many self-employed professionals report regularly working unpaid hours each week as pitching, revisions and admin tasks increase, according to a new survey. Unpaid work is becoming an accepted part of self-employed life across many industries, according to new research from The
Myanmar’s political makeover unmasked by revolutionary reality
After five years of conflict and a tightly controlled election, Myanmar’s junta leader, Min Aung Hlaing, shed his uniform, named himself president and spoke of peace and reconciliation. The release of elected President Win Myint, the reduction of Aung San Suu Kyi’s sentence and
Africa: African Nations to Benefit From China's Two-Year Zero-Tariff Regime
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- China's zero-tariff treatment to all African countries that have diplomatic relations with it will come into effect starting May 1, 2026 to April 30, 2028.
Tourists feel petrol pinch and cut down on day trips
Tourist attractions in the West report falling numbers as people spend more on essentials.
New debate over Pluto: Is the dwarf set to become a planet again?
Almost 20 years after the debate appeared to be settled, Pluto is back in the spotlight.
How coffee might help your body fight the effects of ageing
Scientists have identified a mechanism through which coffee compounds can help the body against age-related decline.
‘I feel sorry for people who have to deal with volatile gas prices. Our heat pump protects us’
The war on Iran has unexpectedly boosted the UK’s uptake of heat pumps. But are they really worth the investment?
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From an alpine paradise to hidden creeks: Four of Europe’s national parks you can reach by train
Many protected natural landscapes have now introduced measures to manage car access.
Europe moves to break Visa and Mastercard's grip — but not everyone agrees
The digital euro could arrive by 2029 — but a bitter battle between Brussels and the banks stands in the way.
How we can use AI — and smarter cloud — to solve some of Europe's biggest climate problems
The European Union has set some of the world's most ambitious targets: reaching net-zero emissions by 2050, cutting emissions by 55% by 2030, and aiming for a 90% reduction by 2040. Achieving this will require more than incremental change: it demands a fundamental, system-wide
From Plantation Songs to Military Juntas, Purin Film Fund Backs Six Southeast Asian Projects
Six independent film projects from across Southeast Asia will share $160,000 in production and post-production support from the Purin Film Fund, the Bangkok-based nonprofit announced for its Spring 2026 session. Four projects received production grants. On the fiction side,
Africa: Cross-Pressured Voters in Africa: Patterns of Loyalty, Defection, and Abstention
[Afrobarometer] When performance evaluations conflict with partisan leanings, which way do voters turn?
Africa: Heat and Cold Alter How Animals Fight Disease. As the Climate Changes, This Knowledge May Be Vital
[The Conversation Africa] Each animal species has an optimal temperature at which it can metabolise food and its immune system can best fight off pathogens.
Meryl Streep Sides With Jimmy Kimmel as Donald Trump Calls for His Firing: ‘You’re Carrying the Banner of Freedom of the Press’
After a roar of applause, Meryl Streep took the stage of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” Thursday night alongside its embattled host, during her whirlwind promotional tour for the hotly anticipated sequel “The Devil Wears Prada 2.” “How are you?” Streep asked, clearly referring to
China’s EV price war turns into AI arms race beyond cheaper cars
Chinese EV firms are rapidly rolling out in-car AI features to gain an edge, but as the price war drags on, those technologies are quickly becoming commoditized.
Legal team plans to meet detained Myanmar ex-leader Suu Kyi this weekend
Aung San Suu Kyi’s legal team planned to meet her to discuss her position and bring her some supplies.
Myanmar ex-leader Aung San Suu Kyi moved to house arrest, military says
The Nobel Peace Prize laureate has been in detention since she was ousted in a military coup in 2021.
Violence in Australian town after arrest of man over girl's murder
Unrest took place outside hospital where man suspected of murdering a five-year-old girl was being treated.
Aung San Suu Kyi: The Myanmar democracy icon detained for years
Little has been heard of Myanmar's former leader since she was ousted in a military coup in 2021.
Jimmy Kimmel Accuses Trump of Calling for His Firing to ‘Distract Us from the Trump-Epstein Files’
President Trump seems determined to get Jimmy Kimmel off the air. First came the pressure applied by Trump administration officials on FCC chairman (and Trump loyalist) Brendan Carr over a crack Kimmel had made on his late-night show “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” criticizing the MAGA
Iran war may cause food shortages in Africa, world’s largest fertiliser firm says
Yara CEO warns of global auction that would leave poorest countries scrambling for supplies they can ill afford The Iran war could have “dramatic consequences”, causing food shortages and price rises in some of Africa’s poorest and most vulnerable communities, the head of the
Germany’s climate U-turn is the worst possible response to the oil shock
Prices at the pump have leapt since the start of the conflict – but clinging to fossil fuels will only prolong the pain The car is perhaps the closest thing Germany has to a national symbol. For this reason, the success of the auto industry and the happiness of motorists has
Scam alert: Fake gold that is hard to detect emerges in China
Gold mixed with rhenium has emerged in the retail market as the prices of the safe-haven asset hit record highs.
