EU Midday News Bulletin: May 5th, 2026
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 5th, 2026. Latest news on World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel....
Orthodox Jews Celebrate Lag BaOmer Holiday in Jerusalem
Crowds gathered around bonfires in Jerusalem to celebrate the Orthodox Jewish holiday of Lag BaOmer....
Sweden forms new spy agency targeting overseas threats
Sweden's government said it would form a new spy agency called the Sweden's foreign intelligence service (UND) to target overseas threats, part of a wider reset prompted by Russia's war in Ukraine....
Italy’s PM Meloni Visits Baku to Reinforce Energy Links
Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni visited Azerbaijan's capital, Baku, to strengthen energy ties between Europe and Asia. She said Italy would serve as the 'privileged gateway' to the European market....
Iran Threatens European Military Bases Amid Hormuz Escalation
Iran has threatened that European military bases could become legitimate targets amid escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. The country has also warned US Navy ships and oil tankers not to cross....
Russian air attacks kill five at Ukraine’s Naftogaz gas facilities
Russian air attacks on Ukraine's Naftogaz gas facilities have killed three workers and two emergency service rescuers. The incident occurred in a previously undisclosed location, according to reports....
Coal mine explosion in Sutatausa, Colombia kills at least nine miners
Deutsche Welle reports that a blast at a coal mine north of Bogotá left at least nine workers dead in the town of Sutatausa. The incident prompted rescue operations and a national response from Colombian authorities. No ...
Explosion at fireworks factory in China kills at least 26
An explosion at a fireworks plant in a central Chinese province has killed at least 26 people and injured 61, prompting the halting of all firework manufacturing near the site. The blast occurred on Monday afternoon....
US dominates AI research but China uses technology more effectively
The US still dominates AI research and investment, but China is using the technology more effectively, with significant implications for the future of artificial intelligence....
Malawi's fuel shortage worsens, prompting sale of gold reserves to buy diesel
Deutsche Welle describes a deepening fuel crisis in Malawi, with the government forced to liquidate gold reserves to purchase fuel. The shortage impacts transport and the wider economy, and officials warn of severe reper...
Alan Jones Claims Police Impropriety in Sex Abuse Investigation
Broadcaster Alan Jones' lawyers claim that police should reveal which officers accessed or downloaded material from his phone. Jones has been accused of engaging in inappropriate behavior....
Mauritania's plan to phase out private schools sparks debate over discrimination and quality
Al Jazeera says Mauritanian officials propose eliminating private schools to tackle systemic discrimination, while the private sector warns the move could lower education standards. The article highlights divergent opini...
Jefferson Lewis Excused from Appearing in Court Over Murder Allegation
Jefferson Lewis, accused of murdering five-year-old Kumanjayi Little Baby, has been excused from appearing in court. The case is ongoing....
Вспышка хантавируса на круизном лайнере у Кабо-Верде
Вспышка хантавируса зарегистрирована на круизном лайнере у побережья Кабо-Верде. Всемирная организация здравоохранения (ВОЗ) выявила семь случаев забо...
Celebrities Walk Met Gala Red Carpet
Stars including Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Serena Williams attended the 2026 Met Gala in New York, showcasing elaborate outfits under this year’s 'Fashion is Art' dress code....
Иран предупредил США об эскалации конфликта в Ормузском проливе
Спикер иранского парламента предупредил США, что они даже не начали сталкиваться с последствиями своих действий на фоне эскалации напряженности вокруг...
Светофоры установят на историческом мосту Аргайл
Планы по установке светофоров на мосту Клачан на побережье Аргайл в Шотландии были одобрены, несмотря на опасения, что это разрушит туристическую дост...
В результате взрыва на заводе фейерверков в Китае погибли по меньшей мере 26 человек
На заводе по производству фейерверков в центральном Китае произошел взрыв, в результате которого погибли по меньшей мере 26 человек. Власти начали пои...
Скорбящие возложили цветы и свечи в память о жертвах автомобильной драки в Лейпциге
Люди собрались в Лейпциге, чтобы отдать дань уважения жертвам автомобильной драки, в результате которой два человека погибли и еще несколько получили...
Президент США Трамп призвал Южную Корею присоединиться к миссии в Ормузском проливе
Президент США Дональд Трамп призвал Южную Корею присоединиться к военно-морской миссии в Ормузском проливе после взрыва и пожара на южнокорейском груз...