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Updated: 07/05/2026 – 17:00 GMT+2 Residents in southern Tenerife say it is “business as usual” despite concerns over a cruise ship linked to a hantavirus outbreak. Officials report no symptomatic cases on board, while tourism activity and bookings remain largely unaffected. … More
The secretary of State, a practicing Catholic, said on X that the meeting underscored “a shared commitment to promoting peace and human dignity.” The messaging contrasted with that of U.S. President Donald Trump, who said the pope was “weak” and “terrible” after Leo called for an end to the U.S.-Israeli war in Iran. Following the talks, the Vatican wrote in a statement that “the shared commitment to fostering good bilateral relations between the Holy See and the United States of America was reaffirmed.” It was the white smoke Rubio was hoping for. According to the Holy See, the pontiff and…
Published on 07/05/2026 – 10:01 GMT+2 US President Donald Trump’s administration accused Europe of being an “incubator” for terrorism fuelled by mass migration, in a new counter-terrorism strategy unveiled on Wednesday. The strategy also focuses on rooting out “violent left-wing extremists” including “radically pro-transgender” groups, as Trump’s conservative administration steps up its political attacks on opponents. It further places drug cartels in the Americas at the centre of counter-terrorism efforts. But some of its strongest language is reserved for Europe, home to numerous US allies who will be alarmed to see their continent in the Trump administration’s crosshairs once again.…
Updated: 07/05/2026 – 15:25 GMT+2 A United Airlines plane struck a light pole and a bakery truck while attempting to land at Newark Airport. Dashcam video captured debris smashing through the truck windshield. The driver suffered minor injuries, while all 231 people aboard the aircraft were unharmed. … More
Nobu is heading for the English countryside. The luxury hospitality brand, best known for its city-based hotels and swanky restaurants, is launching its first rural retreat in the UK. It has plans for a hotel, spa, restaurant and branded residences set across 185 acres in Rutland, England’s smallest historic county. Set to launch as Nobu Woolfox, the development promises a very different take on the brand’s signature luxury, swapping skyscrapers and city lights for lakes, wellness spaces and long walks through the countryside. Nobu is partnering with the existing, high-end wellness-themed Woolfox Members Club. Founded in 2020, close to the…
Bonnie Tyler has been hospitalised at Faro hospital after undergoing emergency surgery for a perforated intestine. The Welsh singer, 74, who has lived in the Algarve, Portugal, for several years, had been in hospital since 30 March following complications after the surgery. Local source Correio da Manhã says that her condition had been stable, but apparently worsened today. “We are deeply saddened to inform you that Bonnie was admitted to a hospital in Faro, Portugal, where she lives, for emergency bowel surgery. The operation went well and she is now recovering. We know that all her family, friends and fans…
Italy and Hungary signaled Thursday that ties will remain strong after Viktor Orbán’s departure, as his successor Péter Magyar and Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni vowed close cooperation. Meloni welcomed Magyar to Rome, writing on X that the relationship between the two countries “is strong and well-established, and we intend to continue strengthening it further.” “Long live Italian–Hungarian friendship!” Magyar added. The incoming Hungarian prime minister confirmed the two leaders had “a constructive and forward-looking meeting” and that the two were “closely aligned on many issues.” Meloni has been a close ally of Orbán on the European political stage since she…
A new wave of global shocks mainly caused by the war in the Middle East is pushing up the cost of living once again and bringing about a revised economic outlook, the IMF’s outlook report for sub-Saharan Africa titled ‘Hard-Won Gains Under Pressure’ shows. From food to fuel costs, and fertiliser prices, the pressure is being felt on the ground—raising fresh concerns about economic resilience across the region in 2026. According to the IMF’s report, regional growth is expected to slightly ease to 4.3% while median inflation is expected to increase to 5.0% by the end of 2026. The latest…
Published on 07/05/2026 – 14:51 GMT+2 Economic growth in the Pacific could slow from 4.2% in 2025 to 2.8% in 2026, with downside risks potentially dragging it as low as 2.0%, according to the Asian Development Bank (ADB). The bank said the downgrade reflects worsening global conditions, linked in part to energy supply disruptions caused by the conflict in the Middle East. ADB President Masato Kanda told Euronews the institution is already preparing targeted support for economies under strain. “We have received several support requests and want to deliver assistance quickly and beyond immediate needs,” Kanda said. “We stand ready…
Kraków, the once royal capital of Poland, is stepping further into the European travel spotlight after being crowned the continent’s best leisure destination by Global Traveler magazine. In its 2026 Leisure Lifestyle Awards, the southern Polish city ranked ahead of Seville, Porto, Istanbul, and Lisbon with the winning destinations chosen by votes cast in a survey by Global Traveler’s readership. “These winners are determined by the people who are regularly travelling and attempting to achieve that perfect balance,” the magazine said. The recognition comes amid continued interest in Kraków, which welcomed almost 700,000 international visitors in 2025. Germany, the United…