Real income growth Europe 2025: Biggest economies lag as Poland and Portugal lead
Poland and Portugal saw the strongest real household income growth in Europe over the last two years. Among major economies, Spain led the way.
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The young people rejecting a bank-breaking prom
Teenage entrepreneurs at Huntington School change the way pupils shop for a prom dress.
Africa: Transforming Lives in Benin - a Unique Identification System
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One Continent, One Ticket
MEPs have generally welcomed the new, long-awaited EU Passenger Package. This package is aimed at improving cross-border rail travel and strengthening passengers’ rights across Europe. The S&D Group in the EU parliament said it hopes that the package will be an “important step”
Africa: Seventy-Ninth World Health Assembly Honours Global Champions Advancing Primary Health Care
[WHO] Today, the World Health Assembly recognized individuals and institutions whose contributions to global health have gone far beyond the call of duty. Six laureates representing diverse backgrounds and contexts were honoured by the President of the Seventy-ninth World
International Tea Day: Jamming it up with Azerbaijan’s enduring tea ritual
To mark International Tea Day, Nadira Tudor stopped for a brew in Azerbaijan where the history of sharing a cuppa is shaped by a particular pairing defined by tradition and flavours.
Bruce Springsteen Calls Out Trump, Larry and David Ellison in Colbert’s Second-to-Last ‘Late Show’
The timing of “The Late Show’s” cancellation has always been curious. After all, the news broke mere weeks before avowed Trump loyalists Larry and David Ellison finalized their takeover of the late-night series’ parent company, Paramount Global, and Trump gleefully celebrated
Australian court fines Musk's X close to €400,000 for not disclosing data to online safety watchdog
The initial violation notice was sent by Australian authorities to Twitter Inc shortly before billionaire Elon Musk acquired the company and renamed it to X. The social media platform’s attorneys argued that the fine was not justified as the violation came during a period of
From AI to interceptors, Ukraine is trying to drone-proof its skies
After four years of Russia's full-scale invasion, Ukraine has become far more successful at fighting off air raids.
EU's Costa 'appalled' by Israeli minister's treatment of flotilla members
May 21 (Reuters) - 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. Video on Wednesday showed Israeli police forced activists who were aboard a Gaza-bound
Tentacles, pointy teeth and the T-rex of the sea: the Natural History Museum on beasts that once ruled the oceans
A new exhibition, Jurassic Oceans, showcases the fearsome creatures that lurked below the surface – and offers a stark warning about the impact of warming waters on marine ecosystems today Deep in the bowels of the Natural History Museum, Kate Whittington is standing in front
England must harvest rainfall and take action on water usage, Lords warn
Without urgent intervention England faces water shortages of 5bn litres a day by 2055, peers tell government Rainwater harvesting, the use of grey water in homes and an urgent campaign to reduce water usage across society are vital to prevent water shortages of 5bn litres a day
EU pays Egypt billions to manage migration — Cairo says it is not enough
Egypt’s growing refugee and migrant population, seeking safety from wars in Sudan, Syria and the wider region, has put further pressure on aid agencies and public services as Cairo urges Europe to share more of the cost.
A brand new airline is set to launch this July – and you can book tickets from London now
Riyadh Air is set to launch flights to Manchester and Madrid too, with more than 100 destinations set to join the network before 2030.
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Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 21st, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
NATO ministers meet as US plans to pull away from European security
The summit will focus on the Trump administration's plans to withdraw guarantees of support for European security architecture – even in wartime – and the depletion of the alliance's critical weapons stocks due to the ongoing war in Iran.
Toxic chemicals in pet flea treatments harming wildlife, UK study warns
Flea treatment chemicals fipronil and imidacloprid also implicated in lower cognitive scores in children with autism Toxic chemicals found in pet flea treatment are devastating wildlife in rivers, parks and special conservation areas and the government should take urgent action
The meeting between Xi Jinping and Donald Trump can be interpreted as 'Controlled Competition + Mandatory Co-operation'
It appears that the administrations of Xi Jinping and Donald Trump are attempting to move toward a model of “controlled competition + mandatory cooperation” rather than direct confrontation. In particular, the two leaders’ emphasis on “constructive strategic stability” can be
Africa: Africa's Capital Must Stay Home to Plug Its Financing Gap - How It Could Be Done
[The Conversation Africa] Africa is providing cheap liquidity to wealthy nations. In return it is paying huge interest rates to external institutional investors at the cost of its own development.
Bruce Springsteen Sings a Rallying Cry as Colbert’s ‘Late Show’ Ends
The musician performed his protest track, “Streets of Minneapolis," on the eve of the show's final episode
‘The Late Show’: Stephen Colbert Brings Out Robert De Niro, Martha Stewart and Tons of Others to Quiz Him in Second-to-Last Episode
On Wednesday night’s episode of “The Late Show,” Stephen Colbert was on the other end of “The Colbert Questionnaire,” and he had an all-star lineup of guests to deliver the questions. Journalist John Dickerson introduced each guest as they appeared, and first up to bat was
Robert De Niro Sends Off Stephen Colbert by Slamming Trump With Epstein Jab
Stephen Colbert has been milking the heck out of his final weeks as host of “The Late Show” (and rightfully so). There’s been Obama, Hanks, Oliver, Stewart, and even throwing furniture off the roof of the Ed Sullivan Theater with his predecessor, David Letterman. For his
Africa: Security Council Reform 'Is Absolutely Essential' - Guterres
[UN News] The UN Secretary-General on Wednesday underscored the need to effectively re-open the Strait of Hormuz and expand UN Security Council membership to curb the impunity of veto-wielding "superpowers".
MIT scientists discover amino acid that helps the gut heal itself
MIT scientists have identified cysteine — an amino acid found in foods like meat, dairy, beans, and nuts — as a potent trigger for intestinal repair. In mice, a cysteine-rich diet activated immune cells that released healing signals, helping stem cells rebuild damaged
Police in Indonesia name 13 suspects for organising illegal haj
They had caused around 10 billion rupiah (S$726,000) in losses to victims.
‘Colossal profits’: Christian leaders lambast fossil fuel giants as they demand EU windfall tax
“Europe holds a historic duty and opportunity to lead the transition to a new era away from fossil fuels”, say faith groups from across the EU.
Prabowo’s biggest crackdown on Indonesia tycoons shocked his own officials
Businesses have started to discuss contingency plans, including scaling back or closing shop in Indonesia entirely.
US raises pressure on Cuba as it indicts former President Raul Castro on murder charges
Trump called the indictment of Castro a “very big moment” but dismissed plans of the US taking military action on the island nation as they had with Venezuela in recent months.
South Korea, US held talks on revising management of fortified North Korea border
The issue was reportedly discussed at a bilateral integrated defence consultative body.
Middle East conflict hits Sri Lanka’s tea industry, heightens economic strain
Nearly half of the country’s Ceylon tea exports go to the Middle East region.
Tehran reviewing latest US response as Trump suggests he can wait
By Jana Choukeir and Humeyra Pamuk DUBAI/WASHINGTON, May 21 (Reuters) - Iran said on Thursday it was reviewing Washington's latest position on ending the war after U.S. President Donald Trump suggested he was prepared to wait a few days to "get the right answers" from Tehran
Who reports wildlife the most? 300,000 citizen science records uncover participation bias
In recent years, citizen science methodology has gained significant momentum and is becoming increasingly important in large-scale ecological and conservation research. By involving volunteers, it enables a level of spatial and temporal coverage that would often be unattainable
Capturing an elusive step in molecular sandwich making
Since their discovery in the 1950s, metallocenes—chemical compounds where a metal atom sits "sandwiched" between two carbon rings—have been at the heart of organometallic chemistry research, finding applications in catalysis, materials design, energy, sensing, drug delivery and
Samsung AI bonus spat tests South Korea’s labour-friendly leader
The stand-off reflects Seoul’s emerging position on the front lines of a global debate on AI-driven gains.
In SpaceX’s IPO, Elon Musk is a risk factor
The SpaceX IPO is here, and it's more than just an historic public offering that could make Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire. It also reveals more ways in which Elon Musk's companies interact and overlap with each other, shuffling money around in ways that are often
Close shave: Laser hair removal device sparks Australia airport evacuation
The man was not charged and the airport reopened later in the day.
South Korea says nationals held by Israel released after Gaza aid vessel seizure
SEOUL, May 21 (Reuters) - South Korea's presidential Blue House said on Thursday that some of its nationals who had been in held in Israeli custody had been released. Seoul, which had earlier expressed strong regret over Israel's seizure of an aid vessel bound for Gaza and the
Germany targets major stake in Europe’s tank titan KNDS
The KNDS weapons group is a merger between France’s Nexter and Germany’s Krauss-Maffei Wegmann weapons firms. The German state is set to initially own 40% of the company with plans to reduce its stake to 30% within two to three years.
Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha’s condition worsens after multiple organ infections
The eldest daughter of King Vajiralongkorn has been in a coma since December 2022.
Sia Gives $100,000 to Fan Favorite in ‘Survivor 50’ Finale
Known as the "Sia Prize," the honor was brought back for the special season
‘Mahaprabhu Jagannath’ Animated Feature to Launch Ele Animations’ ‘Sanatan Universe’ (EXCLUSIVE)
India’s Ele Animations Pvt. Ltd. is adapting its Pogo channel animated series “Jay Jagannath” into a theatrical feature film, “Mahaprabhu Jagannath,” set for a pan-India theatrical release across more than 300 screens in Hindi, Odia and Telugu through a distribution agreement
Jeethu Joseph on ‘Drishyam 3,’ the Fear Factor and the Thriller Label
Years before he ever set foot on a film set, Jeethu Joseph heard a story from a friend. It was about two families: a boy, a girl, a relationship that unraveled into a police case. Both families had done something right. Both had done something wrong. And nobody in the room
2.2 million vehicles expected daily on Malaysian highways over holiday peak in next few days
Smart Lanes will be activated at 33 traffic-prone locations to boost lane capacity.
UN backs historic climate crisis ruling, despite US attempts to stop resolution
The US, Russia, Iran and Saudi Arabia – some of the highest oil-producing nations and major greenhouse gas emitters – opposed the measure The UN has voted 141-8 to adopt a resolution backing a world court opinion that countries have a legal obligation to address climate change,
Bolt CEO fires entire HR team — blames them for ‘creating’ non-existent problems
The 31-year-old CEO of a historically troubled fintech company, Bolt Financial, has fired his entire HR department as a component of a 30% reduction in headcount, reports People.
‘Survivor’ Crowns Season 50 Winner and Launches ‘Season 51: The Open Era’
SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers for the finale of “Survivor 50.” “Survivor” brought back the time-honored tradition of reuniting the cast for a live in-studio finale on Wednesday night, where it was announced that Aubry Bracco was the winner of “Season 50: In the
UNESCO warns a tsunami in the Mediterranean is inevitable
The French Riviera may look like an unlikely place for a tsunami disaster, but scientists warn the threat is far more real than most people realize. Historical events and new modeling show that destructive waves have already struck the Mediterranean coast — and could hit again