Rubio says US ready to mediate peace as Moscow steps up threats to strike Kyiv

Russia's weekend barrage, involving dozens of drones and missiles, killed four people and caused widespread damage across the Ukrainian capital.

Africa: Experts, Patients Demand Better Psoriasis Care At First-Ever Africa Forum

[New Times] People living with a skin condition known as psoriatic disease in Africa are calling for greater inclusion in decisions about their treatment, amid growing concern over the high cost and limited access to care across the continent.

Turkish tourists flock to Greece as rising costs put Greeks off Turkey

Tourism between Greece and Turkey has tripled, but only in one direction as Greeks avoid steep prices in Turkey while Turkish tourists pour in.

Officials tried to silence Papua film Pesta Babi. It drew millions of views on YouTube instead

The documentary examines large-scale food estate and bioethanol projects in South Papua.

Directorate-General of Research and Innovation at the EU Green Week 2026

This June, the 26th edition of EU Green Week will spotlight the business case for nature, demonstrating how a nature-positive economy can strengthen Europe’s prosperity, resilience and competitiveness. Organised by European Commission Directorate-General for Environment, the

Europe Today: Von der Leyen heads to Lithuania, condemns Russia as Baltic tensions rise

Ahead of her visit to Lithuania today following recent drone incursions in the three Baltic states, the European Commission president Ursula Von der Leyen has said “Russia’s public threats against the Baltic states are completely unacceptable."

China, Pakistan aim to revamp economic corridor, Gwadar port

They agreed to promote “high-quality” development of CPEC, a flagship project of China’s Belt and Road initiative.

Perilous logic behind Indonesia’s commodity export funnel

JAKARTA – When President Prabowo Subianto rose before Indonesia’s plenary parliamentary session on May 20, 2026, few foresaw that he would deliver an address that will inevitably shift the world’s fourth most populous nation’s economic destiny. In the speech, the leader

Africa: South Africa Joins Efforts to Combat Ebola Outbreak

[SAnews.gov.za] South Africa has pledged an initial $5 million contribution to support a $319 million continental preparedness and response plan, as Africa mobilises to combat its second-largest Ebola outbreak in history.

Private car drivers to pay RM5 road charge to enter Genting Highlands starting May 28

Drivers will be required to tap their cards, including Touch ‘n Go or credit and debit cards, for payment.

BTS crowned 'Artist of the Year' at American Music Awards

The group beat Taylor Swift, Bruno Mars, Bad Bunny and Lady Gaga, and also won 'Song of the Summer'.

'An £8,000 debt pushed me to breaking point'

A Bradford man who has struggled with debt urges others to reach out for help.

Australian police arrest two in connection with gunman Dezi Freeman

Police say the pair will be questioned in relation to the fugitive who was shot dead in March.

Jazz legend Sonny Rollins dies aged 95

Known as the "saxophone colossus", Rollins had a lauded career spanning decades.

East Africa: Nairobi Becomes Home to East Africa's First Ukrainian Bookshelf, Strengthening Cultural Ties

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Kenya National Library Service (KNLBS) has become home to East Africa's first Ukrainian Bookshelf, marking a major cultural and diplomatic milestone aimed at deepening ties between Kenya and Ukraine through literature, history and knowledge exchange.

Africa: 'An African Cannot Be a Foreigner in Africa'

[GroundUp] In St George's Cathedral on Africa Day activists called out Afrophobia, saying immigrants are fighting for the same dignity as marginalised South Africans

Africa: Why, After Independence, Do We Still Hold Onto Laws That Were Designed to Oppress Us?

[HRW] International Day of Africa, 25 May 2026

Bank holiday sun boosts South West tourism

Business owners in Devon and Cornwall describe how "the sun just brings everybody out".

Africa: IFP Calls for Balanced Approach to African Unity and Immigration On Africa Day

[IFP] The Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) joins the continent in commemorating Africa Day, a significant occasion that celebrates African unity, honours the continent's rich cultural heritage, and reflects on the shared opportunities and challenges facing African nations.

Africa: African Journalists Call for Stronger Press Freedom Protection On Africa Day

[IFJ] In commemorating the 63rd anniversary of the founding of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU) in Addis Ababa, which is designated as Africa Day, the continental journalists' body said Africa's future must remain firmly in African hands and warned that the march for

Can heat pumps cool down your home and how do they compare to air conditioning units?

Europe consumes huge amounts of electricity and generates tonnes of CO2 through cooling. Could heat pumps save us during the next heatwave?

‘I’m throwing everything at it’: one young man’s search for a job in Britain’s ‘worklessness capital’

High unemployment and a lack of support mean life can be tough in Grimsby, but 19-year-old Cohen is determined to make the best of life in this coastal town It’s mid-afternoon in the Lincolnshire seaside town of Cleethorpes and Cohen is sitting in the back seat of a car putting

Heatwaves are becoming the norm. This is what Britain will look like in the year 2052 | Bill McGuire

People sleep outside because their houses are too hot to inhabit, water is scarce and supermarkets are for the wealthy If you think the temperature uncomfortable today, let me take you to the last day of July 2052, the rays of the climbing sun reveal a city still sweltering in

Latest news bulletin | May 26th, 2026 – Morning

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.

Europe could fall into ‘dependency trap’ in AI trade with US and Asia, report finds

Europe relies on Asia for much of the infrastructure to power AI, and American companies hold large market shares in many tech fields, which could leave the continent at risk.

You can now buy Marriott’s luxury hotel look for your home – but some pieces cost more than €6,500

From sculptural lighting and designer rugs to wellness-inspired bedroom furniture, Marriott Bonvoy has launched a new online interiors shop allowing travellers to recreate the look and feel of its luxury hotels at home.

From tanks to drones: Ukraine's drone war is redefining Germany's battlefield strategy

Ukrainian drone commanders fighting on the front line say modern warfare has changed faster than Europe's armies can adapt. As Germany races to rearm, Kyiv's soldiers argue the future of war will be decided not just by tanks – but by drones, mass production and trained operators.

Where in Europe do households save most of their income?

Net household saving rates vary widely across Europe, with Greece being the only country where households spend more than they earn. Experts point to precautionary reasons and retirement as the dominant saving motives.

VAT in the Digital Age: 2026 Work Programme available

The European Commission has published the work programme for VAT in the Digital Age (ViDA), covering implementation activities planned for 2026. The programme builds on the implementation strategy released in September 2025 and is intended to support the rollout of the ViDA

Commission awards €400 million to European projects to decarbonize heat production

The European Commission has selected 65 projects under the Innovation Fund Heat Auction, the first ever EU-wide auction to accelerate the deployment of innovative clean heat technologies across European industry. Across 10 European Economic Area countries, Austria, Belgium,

Africa: Shifting From Fossil Fuels Will Fail Without Funding for African Industry and Energy Infrastructure

[The Conversation Africa] Moving to renewable energy will fail unless wealthy nations help finance cleaner energy systems, industrialisation and local mineral processing across the African continent. This was the argument that African countries put to a recent meeting of 57

Africa: Africa Has Been Managing Climate Volatility for Decades - What the Rest of the World Can Learn From It

[The Conversation Africa] The United States' retreat from aspects of global climate and health leadership has exposed the risk Africa took in relying on external funding for these projects. When the US pulled back on aid, many African programmes and plans that relied on their

USC scientists discover a hidden Alzheimer’s trigger and a possible way to shut it down

USC researchers have identified potential new drug compounds that may reduce the brain inflammation linked to Alzheimer’s disease, especially in people with the high-risk APOE4 gene. The compounds target cPLA2, an enzyme that seems to fuel harmful inflammation while also being

Philippines ends rescue efforts as hope fades for victims of building collapse

The focus on May 26 shifted to recovering the remains of the victims.

Japan approves $4 billion spending to help with energy bills

The spending aims to help households with electricity and gas bills between July and September.

Singaporean, Indonesian defence firms explore collaborations

At a workshop, representatives from both sides presented each of their company’s capabilities.

North Korea fires unidentified projectile, South Korea military says

If confirmed as a missile launch, it would be the first since April 19.

Japan approves US$3 billion spending to help with energy bills

'We can halt warming – and we must': IPCC scientist on why Europe keeps choosing fossil fuels

'Budapest will also hit 50°C, the only question is when', predicts Hungarian climate scientist Diána Ürge-Vorsatz, a professor at CEU.

Africa: How the Global Anti-Rights Movement Is Targeting Women's Rights in Africa Through Family Laws

[IPS] Nairobi, Kenya -- Millions of African women live under laws that deny them equal rights at home. A well-funded global movement is working to make sure it stays that way.

Starbucks sees sharp drop in Korean sales after 'Tank Day' marketing backlash

The chairman of Shinsegae Group, the operator of Starbucks Korea, asked people not to take out any anger on their employees and frontline staff.

Samsung consumer electronics union asks court to block vote on pay deal

The union, consisting of about 13,000 members, said it was told it had no right to join the vote.

Human body parts found in bear’s stomach in Japan’s Yamagata confirmed as 78-year-old man

The bear was killed nearby immediately after the body was found.

Eating more beans and soy could slash high blood pressure risk by nearly 30%

Eating more beans, lentils, chickpeas, tofu, and other soy foods could be a surprisingly powerful way to fight high blood pressure. A major analysis of studies from around the world found that people with the highest intake of legumes were 16% less likely to develop

Rubio says Iran deal could take days as US launches fresh strikes

May 26 (Reuters) - U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Tuesday negotiating a deal with Iran could "take a few days," quashing hopes for an imminent end to the conflict a day after U.S. forces conducted what Washington called defensive strikes in southern Iran.

Job insecurity and poor care quality drive nurses to quit the profession

A study in Spain reveals that job insecurity, excessive workload and perceptions of poor care quality are the main reasons nurses want to quit the profession. The phenomenon also reflects a structural trend across Europe.

Indians protest over ‘forever chemicals’ after relocation of scandal-hit Italian factory

Lack of Pfas regulations raised in parliament after Guardian revealed former Miteni plant bought by Indian company Protests over the production of cancer-linked Pfas chemicals have spread across India, after an investigation revealed that an Italian factory shut down due to an