Australia’s uncrewed planes, subs and drones could appeal to Asian navies: Analysts
The country has developed sophisticated uncrewed submarines and planes.
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China, Philippines trade accusations over South China Sea
BEIJING, May 3 - China accused the Philippines of landing personnel on a disputed reef in the South China Sea on Sunday as Manila said it would dispatch ships to drive off Chinese vessels it said were conducting research illegally.
Germany troop cuts send wrong signal to Russia, say two top US Republicans
The chairs of the House and Senate armed services committees say withdrawing 5,000 service personnel risked undermining deterrence.
War in the Middle East: latest developments
The latest developments in the Middle East war: - Iran hangs man - Iran hanged a man convicted of involvement in the killing of a security forces volunteer during anti-government protests, the judiciary said. "Mehrab Abdollahzadeh's death sentence was carried out this morning
BN 'almost certain' to go solo in contesting Malaysia's next general election, says DPM Zahid
Barisan Nasional (BN)'s chairman and UMNO president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi however adds that there would still be a need to reach some understanding with other political blocs.
Trapped in a kill zone for 177 days, his wife’s voice was his lifeline
While Roman Mongold, a Ukrainian soldier, was pinned down and surrounded by the enemy, he managed to trade voice memos with his wife thanks to a commander’s help.
Huge crowd attends free Shakira Copacabana beach concert
Shakira's appearance followed shows by Lady Gaga and Madonna, who have also performed on Copacabana beach in previous years.
Sri Lanka arrests 37 Chinese at suspected scam centre: Police
A local police source said 35 tablet computers, 147 mobile phones and 100 SIM cards were seized.
Israel approves plan to buy F-35 and F-15I aircraft from US
JERUSALEM, May 3 (Reuters) - Israel gave final approval for a plan to purchase two new combat squadrons of F-35 and F-15Ia aircraft from Lockheed Martin and Boeing in a deal worth tens of billions shekels, the defence ministry said on Sunday. (Reporting by Steven Scheer,
Trump says US will reduce troop presence in Germany 'a lot further' than initial 5,000 withdrawal
Trump indicated without sharing details that a substantial further reduction of US troop presence in Germany was imminent, just a day after the Pentagon announced a withdrawal of 5,000 soldiers. Trump has also threatened earlier in the week to rollback troops in Spain and Italy.
‘SNL’: Olivia Rodrigo Shocked by Her Driver’s Unexpected Musical Talent
Rodrigo and her friend get a dose of Jamaican house music from an unlikely source
Kenya battles to stop the 'goons and guns' as fears of political violence grow
More than 100 gangs are operating nationwide as the growing use of political thugs raises fears of election violence.
Stopping to admire wisteria and taking pride in your laundry? Join me in the land of grownups | Polly Hudson
I’ve recently noticed several signs of adulthood in my behaviour. At first I was horrified, but I have come to accept, even enjoy, the natural ageing process I nearly drove into a wall the other day, because I couldn’t take my eyes off some spectacular wisteria. Ten years ago I
Elizabeth Warren blasted for cheering blocking of merger that might have saved Spirit Airlines
Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., is under fire after Spirit Airlines abruptly shut down, with critics citing her claim that blocking a merger that could have saved the troubled carrier was "a Biden win for flyers."
Woman nabbed for wielding knife at Rain Rave Water Music Festival in KL
She is expected to be remanded on May 3.
Trump says Iran has 'not yet paid a big enough price' as he reviews new peace proposal
The US president had earlier in the week refused another Iranian proposal, saying Tehran is not willing to give Washington what it “needs to have” to strike a deal.
13 injured in head-on crash in western Japan involving junior high school students
Three of them suffered serious injuries.
‘SNL’: Watch Olivia Rodrigo Perform ‘Drop Dead,’ ‘Begged’
Both are from the singer-songwriter's upcoming third studio album, You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love
Malaysia’s food supply stable, but cost pressures may push prices higher, says minister
The minister said the government has taken early measures to keep prices under control.
What do the children of people who live to 100 eat? New study offers clues
Children of centenarians scored relatively well on diet quality, yet still fell short of recommended intake levels for several foods.
Inside Europe’s flying lab: Scientists study life in zero gravity aboard test aircraft in France
Scientists in France are using parabolic "zero gravity” flights near Bordeaux to run experiments on everything from human balance to fluid shifts in the body.
2 deaths, 56 heat-related cases reported in Malaysia since start of 2026: Health Ministry
More than half of the cases reported were linked to physical activity during hot weather.
‘SNL’ Weekend Update Mocks Trump’s Vain Passport Move, King Charles’ Visit
Weekend Update addresses the president's image inside passports as well as the British royal's state visit, among other topics
Bangkok food vendor curbs push city staple from the streets
Tighter controls on vendors threaten livelihoods and the street food culture that defines Bangkok.
Connor Storrie Introduces Olivia Rodrigo as She Debuts New Song ‘Begged’ From Upcoming Album on SNL
“Heated Rivalry” star Connor Storrie introduced Olivia Rodrigo for her second performance on Saturday Night Live, where she debuted a new, unreleased song from her upcoming album. Rodrigo performed the track titled ‘begged’ while seated on a swing, a visual that mirrors the
Olivia Rodrigo Hosts And Debuts Song With Weyes Blood On SNL
Olivia Rodrigo made her third appearance on Saturday Night Live tonight, pulling double duty in her hosting debut. (Recent musical guest Jack White wished the pop star luck via a note hidden in her dressing room.) Rodrigo's big night featured some surprise guests, including
Europe vs the Americas: Where is the number of billionaires growing fastest?
Europe's share of global billionaires is set to rise marginally, while the Americas will see a slight decline despite growing in absolute numbers. Euronews Business takes a closer look at the billionaire boom between 2026 and 2031.
Summer holiday reading: The best travel books to inspire your next trip
From classic memoirs to modern fiction, these travel books capture the spirit of adventure and are perfect to pack for your next holiday.
Latest news bulletin | May 3rd, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 3rd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
From fridges to slow cookers: Can plug-in solar panels actually power our everyday appliances?
Plug-in solar is having its moment in the spotlight. But how much power can these mini devices actually generate?
How AI is transforming China’s entertainment industry
Dramas generated by AI have suddenly become ubiquitous in China.
How we reported in -30C temperatures in Canada's Arctic
BBC's Nadine Yousif and Eloise Alanna spent five days travelling with the country's military rangers through frostbite and sub-zero temperatures.
‘SNL’ Cold Open: Kash Patel’s Scandal Denials Only Raise More Suspicions
Aziz Ansari portrays the embattled FBI director, who makes oddly specific denials about his reported drinking habits
Aziz Ansari’s Kash Patel Partners Up With Colin Jost’s Pete Hegseth to Talk Iran, Rising Prices on ‘SNL’
This week’s episode of “Saturday Night Live” stared with a political cold open that brought Aziz Ansari to the sketch show. The segment began with Ashley Padilla’s Karoline Leavitt launching a press briefing at the White House. “You know I’m going on maternity leave, which is
More Nepalis drive EVs, evading global fuel shocks
Nepal has emerged as one of the world’s fastest adopters of EVs.
Latecomer Japan eyes slice of rising global defence spending
Five Japanese firms are already in the top 100 global defence companies.
OPEC+ to make first post-UAE production decision
Seven OPEC+ members are meeting Sunday to make their first decision on oil-production quotas since the United Arab Emirates' departure from the cartel, which added to the soaring price pressure unleashed by the Mideast war. The UAE, one of the world's top producers, announced
German fertiliser makers and farmers struggle with Iran war fallout
As Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz roils the global economy, one German town has been scrambling to help make up the shortfall in essential supplies of fertilisers. Wittenberg, better known to many as a cradle of the Protestant Reformation, is also home to a chemical
Not enough time to play for South Korean children, teens: Report
A total of 1,177 children and teens, and 815 adults participated in the nationwide survey.
More young South Koreans turning away from religion: Poll
South Koreans in their 20s were least likely to follow a religion.
Rep. Dingell says she's 'very upset' by Platner's past comments on sexual assault
Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-Mich.) said she was troubled by social media posts that the leading Democrat in Maine’s Senate race made more than a decade ago about sexual assault. Last year, The Washington Post uncovered online comments that Graham Platner posted in 2013, in which
North Korea calls US cyber crime accusations 'absurd slander'
Washington has accused Pyongyang of ramping up a cyber-warfare program responsible for the theft of billions of dollars in virtual assets in recent years.
Japan astronomers launch group to look for aliens, radio observations eyed
They say it is the country’s first organisation dedicated to the search for alien life.