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SpaceX IPO countdown to what could be the biggest ever listing15 minutes ago
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Tehran's tiered internet leaves most Iranians in the dark 82 days on - Iran's 82-day internet blackout has created a multi-tiered system, granting officials and businesses some access while ordinary citizens pay up to 12 times as much for VPNs, Iranians back home told Euronews. 20/05/202615 minutes ago
Latest news bulletin | May 21st, 2026 – Morning44 minutes ago
US charges former Cuban President Castro with murder in new indictment1 hour ago
Activists use giant Tedros and Bill Gates balloons at World Health Organization protest1 hour ago
World Bank economist: No country has ever developed without urbanising1 hour ago
Trump calls Castro charges big moment but says no need for escalation1 hour ago
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Board of Peace report accuses Hamas of blocking Gaza progress12 hours ago
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Trump shows off massive White House ballroom construction site16 hours ago
Marco Rubio offers Cubans 'new path' in special video address16 hours ago
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Europol disrupts thousands of IRGC online accounts across 19 countries1 day ago
'Seek shelter now': Lithuanians head to bunkers over drone alert13 hours ago
EU approves implementation of US tariffs under Trump hammer20 hours ago
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Latest news bulletin | May 20th, 2026 – Morning1 day ago
The UN has bad news for global growth as Middle East crisis continues - As the Middle East conflict drives up energy costs and clouds outlooks, the UN warns the world economy faces one of its weakest years since the 2008 financial crisis — with Europe among the hardest hit. 20/05/202644 minutes ago
Tripoli acquits 31 Gaddafi-era officials of crushing 2011 uprising - A Tripoli appeals court has acquitted 31 former Gaddafi regime officials of suppressing the 2011 revolution, closing a case that resulted in multiple death sentences in 2015. 20/05/20261 hour ago
Arsenal win their 14th Premier League title ending 22-year drought - The Gunners have finally secured a Premier League title ending a 22-year wait for the coveted title after Manchester City drew with Bournemouth. The north Londoners can now set their sights on winning their first Champions League final in Budapest, where they face holders Paris Saint-Germain. 20/05/20261 hour ago
Putin claims Russia-China ties at record high during Beijing visit - On Wednesday, Putin said he had held "substantive" talks with Beijing on bilateral cooperation. 20/05/202612 hours ago
Chinese youths greet Putin on arrival in Beijing - Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Beijing for a two-day visit, where young Chinese flag-wavers and officials welcomed him at the airport ahead of talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping. 19/05/20261 hour ago
Cities struggle to keep pace as war and climate define urban futures, WUF13 delegates warn - Delegates at the World Urban Forum in Baku warned on day three that war and climate change are affecting cities faster than governments can respond, urging a shift away from standardised housing models. 19/05/202611 hours ago
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UAE says mystery drones targeting nuclear plant came from Iraq - The UAE said drones that targeted its Barakah nuclear plant last week were launched from Iraq, indicating Tehran-backed militias have continued targeting Gulf energy infrastructure on behalf of Iran. 19/05/202613 hours ago
G7 finance ministers gather in Paris amid Iran tensions and tariff concerns - Finance ministers from G7 economies gathered in Paris for a second day of talks focused on global economic pressures, including the Iran conflict, US tariffs and disruptions linked to the Strait of Hormuz. 19/05/202611 hours ago
Gulf states talk Trump out of Iran strikes in a show of regional influence - Trump said he suspended imminent US military strikes on Iran "for two or three days" after the Gulf states intervened to gain more time due to ongoing negotiations and concerns over Iranian retaliation, with Qatar stating that Gulf leaders are united in trying to avoid a resumption of the war. 19/05/202613 hours ago
Giant Pele statue installed outside stadium ahead of 2026 World Cup - A giant bronze statue of Pelé was installed outside Estadio Jalisco in Guadalajara ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. 19/05/202612 hours ago
World Cup stadium workers demand ICE stay out - Workers at SoFi Stadium protested outside the venue demanding guarantees that personal data collected during FIFA accreditation would not be shared with US immigration authorities. 19/05/202613 hours ago
Latest news bulletin | May 19th, 2026 – Evening - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 19th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 19/05/202613 hours ago
Lawmakers raise alarm over legality of US lethal drug boat strikes - Both Democratic and Republican lawmakers have questioned whether the military has the legal authority to use lethal force against civilian-style vessels in international waters outside of a declared theatre of war. 19/05/202617 hours ago
Maldives cave diving tragedy: Search continues for missing Italian divers - Search and recovery operations remained underway in the Maldives' Vaavu Atoll after five Italian divers went missing during a deep cave dive near Alimathaa Island. 19/05/202613 hours ago
Iranian TV teaches viewers to shoot as IRGC ramps up child recruitment - Iranian state TV has broadcast live weapons training, including simulated shooting at Trump, Netanyahu and the UAE flag, as the IRGC formally recruits children as young as 12 for checkpoints. 19/05/202616 hours ago
Tehran mass wedding turns military vehicles into bridal cars - Tehran stages a mass wedding where brides and grooms ride in decorated military vehicles, mixing celebration, symbolism and state messaging. 19/05/202617 hours ago
Latest news bulletin | May 19th, 2026 – Midday - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 19th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 19/05/202617 hours ago
Swatch fans left frustrated as stores stay closed amid watch frenzy - Dozens of shoppers gathered outside a Swatch store in Lyon hoping to buy a sought-after watch released with Audemars Piguet, only to find the shop closed following disturbances and stock shortages. 19/05/202618 hours ago
Protest erupts at Venezuela's Central University after prisoner deaths - Students clash with police at Venezuela's Central University after Carmen Navas dies, renewing anger over her son's death in state custody. 19/05/202618 hours ago
Fast-moving wildfire spreads through Southern California hills - A fast-moving brush fire in Simi Valley, Ventura County, has forced evacuations and damaged homes as it spreads across more than 180 acres in California. 19/05/202618 hours ago
Clashes erupt in Bolivia amid economic crisis - Bolivia faces growing protests, roadblocks and clashes with police amid shortages, inflation and economic unrest. 19/05/202618 hours ago
Oil prices slip as Trump calls off planned military strike on Iran - Oil prices fell on Tuesday as Donald Trump announced he was calling off a planned military attack on Iran. 19/05/20261 day ago
Three people killed as two teenagers open fire at a San Diego mosque - Police say the two suspects had exhibited behaviour indicating a "generalised hate rhetoric" towards Muslims. The attack is one of the most major to target the Californian city's large Muslim community. 19/05/202618 hours ago
Latest news bulletin | May 19th, 2026 – Morning - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 19th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 19/05/202622 hours ago
Russia fires over 500 drones, 22 missiles at Ukraine in latest barrage - Kyiv says Russia has launched one of its largest barrages at Ukraine in recent days, with the country's aerial defences reporting more than 500 drones and dozens of missiles fired into Ukraine, targeting various cities. 19/05/20261 day ago
Trump: I called off attack on Iran planned for Tuesday - The US president said he had been asked to do so by the leaders of Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates as "serious negotiations are now taking place." 18/05/202623 hours ago
Aerial footage captures police surrounding San Diego Islamic center after shooting reports - Aerial footage showed a large police and emergency response outside the Islamic Center of San Diego after reports of an active shooter on Monday. Authorities said multiple law enforcement units surrounded the area, while heavily armed officers were seen positioned around the mosque complex. 18/05/20261 day ago
'No society is immune' to housing crisis, UN chief warns at Baku forum - António Guterres told the World Urban Forum in Baku that no country is immune from the housing crisis, as 40,000 delegates gathered for the second day of talks. 18/05/20261 day ago
Lebanese president vows to 'do the impossible' to end war with Israel - On Monday, the Lebanese health ministry said the death toll from Israeli strikes since the start of the war had reached 3,020, with 211 people 18 and under and 116 healthcare workers among those killed. 18/05/20261 day ago
Belarus stages nuclear drills with Russia amid new offensive fears - Russia and Belarus conducted joint nuclear exercises on Monday as Kyiv warned Moscow was preparing a new offensive from Belarusian territory against Ukraine or NATO. 18/05/20261 day ago
Teargas fired as protests erupt over rising fuel prices in Kenya - Police fired teargas at protesters in Nairobi as demonstrations broke out during a nationwide transport strike over soaring fuel prices and rising living costs. 18/05/20261 day ago
UAE still investigating mystery nuclear plant drone attack - The enigma surrounding Sunday's unprecedented drone attack on the Barakah nuclear plant deepened on Monday as the UAE said the drone came from its western border, but it did not accuse Iran. 18/05/20261 day ago
Latest news bulletin | May 18th, 2026 – Evening - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 18th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 18/05/20261 day ago
Iran sets up Hormuz transit authority to charge ships for passage - Tehran has launched a formal body to manage and charge ships for transit through the Strait of Hormuz in a highly-contested move as tankers pile up in the waterway and peace talks remain deadlocked. 18/05/202620 hours ago
Moment two fighter jets collide mid-air during US air show - Two fighter jets collided mid-air during an air show in Idaho, sending both aircraft crashing to the ground as crew members parachuted to safety. 18/05/20261 day ago
Thousands gather for Trump-backed prayer rally in Washington - Thousands gather on Washington's National Mall for a 'Rededicate 250' prayer rally mixing faith, patriotism and support for Donald Trump. 18/05/20261 day ago
Iran calls for reconstruction support at World Urban Forum in Baku - Iran's deputy housing minister used the World Urban Forum in Baku to call for international support to rebuild 150,000 homes damaged in the war. 18/05/20261 day ago
Fires and damaged buildings after massive Russian drone attack - Eighteen people were injured in Odesa after Russian drone strikes hit residential buildings overnight. 18/05/20261 day ago
Cats in costumes and beauty contests draw crowds at expo - Thousands of cat lovers gathered at Cat Expo India in Mumbai, where visitors explored cat beauty contests, pet care products, grooming services, accessories and premium food brands alongside dozens of felines. 18/05/20261 day ago
Latest news bulletin | May 18th, 2026 – Midday - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 18th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 18/05/20261 day ago
Bodybuilders show off muscles at Southeast Asian championships - Myanmar hosts the Southeast Asian Bodybuilding Championships in Yangon, with athletes from eight countries competing from May 14 to 18. 18/05/20261 day ago
Japan arrests Americans over stunt at baby monkey Punch's zoo - The baby monkey became an internet star this year after the zoo posted photos of Punch clutching an IKEA plush orangutan for comfort after being rejected by his mother. 18/05/20261 day ago