Jonathan Andic quits as Mango vice-president but insists he is innocent
The son of the founder of the Catalan textile company has issued an open letter to staff after being freed on bail over the alleged murder of his father, Isak Andic.
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Starbucks Korea offers full refunds for prepaid cards amid boycott backlash
According to Starbucks Korea, the refund period will run from June 1 to 14.
This Magic: The Gathering card from Secrets of Strixhaven has an awesome combo with a forgotten Mythic
Looking for a way to deal a whole host of damage to your opponent? These two cards from MTG Secrets of Strixhaven make for a great combo.
First footage released after deadly train and school minibus crash in Belgium
Belgium emergency services were deployed on 26 May after a train collided with a school minibus at a level crossing in Buggenhout, in East Flanders, killing several people and seriously injuring others.
Flexispot C7 Morpher review
A pricey office chair, but with genuine comfort, support, and customisation.
Pawel Pawlikowski, Ruben Östlund Set for Slano Film Days
The Polish director will bring his Cannes-premiering 'Fatherland' to the event in Croatia, while the Swedish filmmaker will present a selection of his shorts.
Why are some airlines slashing flight prices amid the war in the Middle East?
Long-haul flights to south-east Asia from London, Frankfurt and Paris have risen by nearly 300% since the onset of the war in the Middle East. While some low-cost carriers have kept competitive prices through fuel hedging, this won't be sustainable long-term.
OLED gaming monitor sales are booming as shipments increase 78% in the first quarter of 2026
Samsung seems to be flooding the market with QD-OLED panels.
Colonial-era New Delhi club ordered to move, sparking debate on India's elites
NEW DELHI, May 26 - One of India's most exclusive private clubs founded during British colonial rule risks closure after the government ordered it to vacate the prime New Delhi site it has occupied for more than a century, triggering a legal battle and debate over elite
Ties sour further between Malaysia’s key opposition parties - is this enough for Anwar to call snap polls?
The increasingly public spat between PAS and Bersatu is pushing their relationship to the brink, but Malaysia Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim may be facing bigger problems within his ruling coalition, say observers.
Betye Saar’s Birthday Present
The assemblage artist donates her doll collection to the New York Historical, and we walk you through strong performance art at the Venice Biennale.
Latest news bulletin | May 26th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 26th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Giuseppe Tornatore to Be Honored With Golden Globes Prize for Documentary in Tandem With Artemis Rising Foundation at Italy’s Taormina Film Festival (EXCLUSIVE)
Oscar-winning Italian director Giuseppe Tornatore will be honored during the upcoming Taormina Film Festival with the Golden Globes Prize for Documentary in partnership with Artemis Rising Foundation for his docufilm “Brunello: The Gracious Visionary” about Brunello Cucinelli,
Trump friction with GOP senators may imperil his agenda, say senators
Senate Republican sources say that President Trump’s agenda for the rest of the year is in serious trouble, including a budget reconciliation package to fund immigration enforcement operations through 2029, after tempers erupted at a meeting between GOP senators and acting
Trump Twisted a Climate Debate Beyond Recognition
Over the last few weeks, the United States right loudly claimed victory in a battle that few people on earth knew was happening. The National Review’s Editorial Board gloated , “Science Has Spoken Against Climate Alarmism.” Several papers owned by Rupert Murdoch ran similarly
Tech titans prepare for blockbuster IPOs in new front of AI race
Three of the world’s leading AI companies are racing to go public, opening yet another front in the high stakes competition over the technology. SpaceX, OpenAI and Anthropic are all expected to make their stock market debut with hefty valuations, as investors are eager to get
Stop the Presses—Donald Trump Actually Did Something Good for Once
Donald Trump has made just about everything he’s touched worse. He’s going to spend this week bragging about his peace deal with Iran, but please remember that in 2018 he tore up the Barack Obama–negotiated deal that was working, which led Iran to start enriching far more
Getting Unstuck with Ramona Ausubel
On finding joy in the writing process, embracing friction, and developing your voice.
Donald Trump Is Going Nuclear
1. At 27 years old, with a baby face and a receding hairline, Isaiah Taylor looks like nothing so much as a very large cherub. After dropping out of high school, he launched into entrepreneurship; he has described himself in his professional bio as a “self-taught engineer and
Deep Inside the Chaotic Politics of the California Billionaire Tax
Out here in California, Democracy is a monthslong slog. The state effectively began engaging in big- D Democracy sometime around January—that’s when California’s ballot measures were gathering signatures. Every time you went to Ralphs or Vons, you could linger outside in the
New One Piece project finally gives Zoro the flashback he deserves
One Piece Novel: Zoro is getting published soon, with additional chapters that will explore the past of the only Straw Hat not to get a real backstory
Serious staff shortages in Greek island hospitals and health centres, POEDIN finds
Greece’s National Health System is coming under severe strain from chronic understaffing, the POEDHN union representing hospital workers warns.
Israeli strike on village in eastern Lebanon kills 12 as Israel calls up more troops
The Israeli military did not comment on this particular strike, but said on Monday that it was targeting Hezbollah infrastructure in eastern Lebanon.
Hear Robert Johnson’s “Come On in My Kitchen” in Remarkably Restored Audio, Taken from a Rare Test Pressing
Robert Johnson died at just 27 years old, some say as a consequence of selling his soul to the devil at a crossroads. But before his time came, he managed to record 29 songs, a scant body of work that nevertheless secured his artistic immortality as one of the most influential
Russell Crowe Warns Crowd of Autograph-Seekers in Paris Not to Push: ‘As Soon as Somebody’s a D–k, I’m Going’
Russell Crowe gave fans a warning before signing autographs outside of his hotel in Paris, saying that if the waiting crowd got out of control he’d walk. “Are you listening?” the “Gladiator” star told autograph-seekers as they surrounded the steps, motioning with his arms to
The world may or may not be entering ‘Beijing time’
In recent weeks, the back-to-back state visits to Beijing by Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump have put China in the global spotlight. For some international analysts, the summits showcased China as a “stabilising force capable of hosting two major
Marianne d'or: Paris Mint to issue first solid-gold coins in over a century
France last made gold coins worth buying as investments when Napoleon was still on the money. Now the Paris Mint is introducing gold Mariannes.
Record May heat puts France’s climate preparation to the test as heat dome swelters Europe
France has quite literally been acting out the best way to cope during extreme temperatures. Now, it’s trapped under a heat dome.
Four killed as school minibus collides with train in Belgium
Seven children, a chaperone and the minibus driver were on a level crossing when the accident happened, broadcaster VRT reported.
Africa: African Ambassadors Clarify Africa Day Plans Amid Rising Xenophobic Tensions
[Daily Maverick] In response to xenophobic tensions, African ambassadors clarify they are postponing their own Africa Day celebrations for security reasons, not boycotting the main event in South Africa.
EMA recommends eight new medicines for approval
The European Medicines Agency’s Committee for Medicinal Products for Human recommends eight new medicines for approval, alongside 13 extensions of indication for existing medicines. Among the headline recommendations at EMA’s Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use
Africa: Inside Africa's Race to Stop Ebola
[Independent (Kampala)] Uganda is mobilizing its hard-earned Ebola expertise as eastern DRC's outbreak threatens to overwhelm borders, and strain economies
Chile's once-dirty Mapocho river enjoys new lease on life
Some 1,000 people jogged along the banks of the Mapocho River in Santiago one Sunday afternoon, an activity that would have been unthinkable a few years ago due to its heavily polluted waters.
Can Australia make housing more affordable without hurting tech start-ups?
Startup founders warn that the unintended fallout of capital gains reforms could push investment overseas.
Sri Lanka waives visa fees for tourists from more than 40 countries
As of 25 May, you won’t pay a cent to enjoy up to 30 days in the country.
