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Latest news bulletin | May 7th, 2026 – Evening

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Tenerife locals 'concerned but calm' as hantavirus-hit cruise ship approaches

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US underlines 'strong' Vatican ties after Rubio meets pope

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Global shocks will slow down economic growth in Africa, IMF warns

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Video shows United Airlines plane striking truck in New Jersey, injuring driver

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Russia strikes Kharkiv residential district as drone attacks escalate

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Iran's president meets new ayatollah amid persistent health questions

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Iranians at home torn between hope for regime change and war fears

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Pope Leo XIV swears in 28 new Swiss Guards in Vatican ceremony

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Senior Hezbollah commander killed by Israel in Beirut suburbs

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Local elections across UK test Starmer as Reform UK eyes major gains

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Latest news bulletin | May 7th, 2026 – Midday

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IDF investigating after soldier seen desecrating Virgin Mary statue

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North Korea says not bound by nuclear non-proliferation treaty

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At Beirut shoreline camp, volunteer barber brings dignity with free haircuts

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Israeli airstrike kills 4 and injures 33 in southern Lebanon despite fragile ceasefire

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Latest news bulletin | May 7th, 2026 – Morning

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Iran reviewing US peace deal proposal as Trump ramps up pressure

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Ukraine 'will respond in kind' Zelenskyy says ahead of Moscow parade

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Eight killed in Iran shopping centre fire as probe targets builder

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Timmy the humpback whale presumed to have died

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WHO: hantavirus outbreak 'not the next COVID', but infections may rise

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Actress sues James Cameron for 'stealing' her face for 'Avatar'

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Who pays more tax? See where you fall in Europe's income tax divide

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Latest news bulletin | May 6th, 2026 – Evening

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Outspoken CNN founder Ted Turner dies at age 87

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Cape Verde: three evacuated from MV Hondius over suspected hantavirus

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Italy: Femen and Pussy Riot protest Russia's return to Venice Biennale - The 2026 Venice Biennale opened press previews on Wednesday with protests outside the Russian pavilion, marking Moscow's return since the 2022 invasion of Ukraine. 06/05/2026

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Fire at commercial complex near Tehran kills 11 and injures dozens - Iranian media reported on Wednesday that a fire at a shopping centre near the capital left 11 people dead and dozens of others injured. The prosecutor's office has called for an investigation into the incident to identify possible culprits, state-run media reported. 06/05/2026

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Latest news bulletin | May 6th, 2026 – Midday - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 6th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 06/05/2026

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UN demands Israel 'immediately' release Gaza aid flotilla activists - The flotilla's vessels set sail from France, Spain and Italy with the aim of breaking Israel's blockade of Gaza and delivering humanitarian aid to the war-ravaged Palestinian territory. 06/05/2026

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Iran says passage through Strait of Hormuz will be ensured - Earlier on Wednesday, Trump said the US would pause its mission to escort commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz barely two days after it began doing so, citing a desire to reach a peace deal. 06/05/2026

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North Korea drops mention to unification with South from constitution - China has long been the country's main economic backer, though Pyongyang has drawn closer to Moscow since it launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. 06/05/2026

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Mexico marks 164 years since Battle of Puebla with historic reenactment - Mexico marked the 164th anniversary of the Battle of Puebla on Tuesday 5 May 2026, with hundreds of participants recreating the 1862 clash in Mexico City. 06/05/2026

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Russian guided bomb attacks kill at least 26 civilians across Ukraine - Ukraine said at least 26 people were killed in Russian strikes on Tuesday 5 May 2026, with the heaviest losses in Zaporizhzhia and Kramatorsk. 06/05/2026

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Latest news bulletin | May 6th, 2026 – Morning - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 6th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 06/05/2026

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Top Trump advisers urge China to assist in reopening Strait of Hormuz - US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent have both expressed a need for China to leverage its tight relations with Tehran to reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz for "their own interests". 06/05/2026

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Trump says the pontiff's words help Iran, make world 'less safe' In an interview with US media outlets, Trump said Pope Leo XIV's words are helping Iran and making the world "less safe", slamming him for his stance which Trump perceives to mean indifference about Tehran acquiring nuclear weapons. 06/05/2026

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United Arab Emirates

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Gulf braces itself for potential escalation with Iran - The Gulf is bracing itself for what could be a major escalation in the Iran war. Attacks against the UAE took place on Monday, the first since the ceasefire was announced in April. 05/05/2026

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Russia strikes Ukraine as Zelenskyy denounces Moscow's 'cynicism' On Monday, Moscow announced a ceasefire during its World War II victory celebrations over 9 May, while Kyiv has said it will halt fire over 6 May. 05/05/2026

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Kallas visits Baku to advance 'strategic partnership' with Azerbaijan - The EU's High Representative Kaja Kallas met Azerbaijan's leadership in Baku for talks to advance what she called "our strategic interest" in connectivity between the EU, the South Caucasus and Central Asia, and to contribute to the regional peace process. 05/05/2026

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Latest news bulletin | May 5th, 2026 – Evening - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 5th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 05/05/2026

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Russian soldiers rehearse Victory Day parade amid fears of Ukrainian attacks - Russian troops marched through central Moscow during a rehearsal for the upcoming Victory Day parade, which will take place without heavy military equipment. 05/05/2026

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Trump urges Iran to 'do the smart thing' and reach a peace deal - Meanwhile, Iran warned the US against any further escalation in the Strait of Hormuz, after a spate of attacks risked reigniting the war. 05/05/2026

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Macron touts Armenia's turning point, stealing the show at EPC summit - French President Emmanuel Macron's visit marked a visible shift for Armenia as he proclaimed "a Europe which goes from Iceland to the Caucasus" while being greeted with adulation — strolling avenues to La Marseillaise, singing Aznavour and receiving a medal to boot. 05/05/2026

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Saydnaya residents demand links to notorious Syrian prison must end - Residents of Saidnaya reject linking the town to a nearby military prison, saying the label damages its identity as a city that is home to miracles and a sacred shrine and obscures its actual history of peaceful coexistence. 05/05/2026

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Nine killed in central Colombia mine explosion caused by gas buildup - Mining accidents are common in central Colombia, where dozens of small operators run coal and emerald mines. 05/05/2026

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Latest news bulletin | May 5th, 2026 – Midday - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 5th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 05/05/2026

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Orthodox Jews celebrate Lag BaOmer holiday in Jerusalem - Crowds gather around bonfires in Jerusalem to celebrate the Orthodox Jewish holiday of Lag BaOmer. 05/05/2026

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Italy's PM Meloni visits Baku to reinforce key energy links - During her visit to Baku, the Italian premier said she wanted Azerbaijan to strengthen its role as an energy hub between Europe and Asia, with Italy serving as "the privileged gateway to the European market." 05/05/2026

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Iran threatens European military bases amid Hormuz escalation - Iran attacked ships in Hormuz and struck the UAE again as hardliners threatened that European bases could become legitimate targets. Tehran also issued its own Strait of Hormuz navigation map, warning US Navy ships and oil tankers from crossing. 05/05/2026

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Stars including Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt and Serena Williams walk Met Gala red carpet - Celebrities arrived at the 2026 Met Gala in New York, showcasing elaborate outfits under this year's "Fashion is Art" dress code. 05/05/2026

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Mourners lay flowers and candles in Leipzig after deadly car rampage - People gather in Leipzig to lay flowers and light candles near the site where a car ploughed into a crowd in the historic centre, killing two people and injuring several others. 05/05/2026

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Macron sings Aznavour song as Armenian PM Pashinyan plays drums at official dinner - French President Emmanuel Macron performed Charles Aznavour's "La Bohème" during an official dinner in Armenia, accompanied by Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan on drums. 05/05/2026

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Latest news bulletin | May 5th, 2026 – Morning - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 5th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 05/05/2026

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Why powering the AI boom Is breaking Europe's grid - From decade-long grid queues to facilities running at half capacity, a new study exposes the energy crisis at the heart of Europe's push to boost its AI capabilities. 05/05/2026

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21 people killed, 61 injured in fireworks plant explosion in China - Authorities are still investigating the reasons of the explosion, with negligence being suspected as a likely cause. Officials warned that the death toll is likely to climb as search and rescue operations continue. 05/05/2026

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This is what we know about the man arrested for killing two in Leipzig - Two people have been confirmed dead while two others remain hospitalised and in critical condition after a man rammed a vehicle into a crowd of people in a busy shopping district in the eastern city of Leipzig. 05/05/2026

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Euronews reporter says Dubai flight held in London during UAE strikes - Toby Gregory reported the atmosphere in the cabin remained calm, with passengers having no concerns about safety due to Emirates' track record of maintaining passenger safety. 04/05/2026

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Diplomats survey Karabakh reconstruction as peace settles in - European and US diplomats surveyed Azerbaijan's reconstruction of Karabakh and expressed support for the peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan settling on the region gripped by decades of conflict until 2025. 04/05/2026

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German minehunter heads to Mediterranean for possible Hormuz mission - Germany's minehunter Fulda departed from Kiel for the Mediterranean as Berlin considers a possible future deployment in the Strait of Hormuz. 04/05/2026

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Latest news bulletin | May 4th, 2026 – Evening - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 4th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 04/05/2026

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Armenia tests Moscow's patience with Zelenskyy visit and EU summit - One month before the highly anticipated parliamentary elections, Armenia's Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan set out the country's foreign policy trajectory with striking clarity, hosting European leaders, the NATO secretary general, and even Ukraine's president. 04/05/2026

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Celebrations as Modi's ruling party poised to take control of India's West Bengal state - Supporters of Indian prime minister Narendra Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) celebrate as trends released by the Election Commission show BJP leading in 176 out of 294 seats in West Bengal. 04/05/2026

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Dubai residents take shelter as UAE intercepts Iranian strike - Euronews journalists reported hearing explosions from air defence intercepts above Dubai after a missile alert on Monday, as the UAE said Iran struck an ADNOC-linked tanker in the Strait of Hormuz. 04/05/2026

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Competitors race and jump at Germany's Hobby Horse Championship - Participants rode stick horses through jumping and dressage events during Germany's second national Hobby Horse Championship in Frankfurt. 04/05/2026

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Trump says Iran has fired shots but caused little damage in Hormuz - Meanwhile, a senior admiral said the US had destroyed six Iranian boats and shot down missiles and drones fired at US Navy and commercial vessels by Tehran's forces. 04/05/2026

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Shipping giant MSC opens new trade route to bypass Hormuz disruption - As tensions choke the Strait of Hormuz, Mediterranean Shipping Company races to keep global trade moving with new route. 04/05/2026

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Tehran regime executes three protesters, one 'without evidence' Iran's judiciary says three protesters detained over the January unrest in the city of Mashhad have been hanged, as rights groups report four murder convicts were executed in a unrelated case in Isfahan. 04/05/2026

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Latest news bulletin | May 4th, 2026 – Midday - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 4th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 04/05/2026

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Czech competitor wins European Yo-Yo Championship in Bratislava - Jakub Dolejs of the Czech Republic claimed the top title in the main 1A category at the European Yo-Yo Championship in Slovakia. 04/05/2026

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