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Are we witnessing the end of US exceptionalism β€” and the beginning of European renaissance?

Say hello to the multipolar world in which China is rapidly becoming a pole of economic and military power. Meanwhile, the old continent is struggling to speak with one voice and remain relevant, Philippe Gijsels writes.

Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Russia marks 80th anniversary of Nazi defeat with Moscow military parade

Russia is marking the 80th anniversary of Nazi Germany’s defeat with a military parade on Red Square, attended by President Vladimir Putin and foreign leaders.

Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Cricket: IPL and PSL resume after India-Pakistan tensions

The Indian Premier League, one of sport's richest competitions, and the Pakistan Super League were suspended for over a week. Cricket is significant for both nations, but what does the conflict mean for the sport?

Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Cricket: IPL and PSL to resume after India-Pakistan tensions

The Indian Premier League, one of sport's richest competitions, and the Pakistan Super League were suspended for over a week. Cricket is significant for both nations, but what does the conflict mean for the sport?

Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Cricket: IPL suspended amid India-Pakistan tensions

The Indian Premier League, one of sport's richest competitions, has been suspended while the Pakistan Super League has moved. Cricket is significant for both nations, but what does the conflict mean for the sport?

Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

India and Pakistan trade heavy fire in Kashmir as tensions escalate

Intense artillery and gunfire exchanges have erupted along the Line of Control in the wake of an attack in Indian-administered Kashmir that killed 26 tourists.

Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

James Bond franchise has 'nothing to worry about' when it comes to tariffs, Trump says

Donald Trump even attempted an impression of late actor Sean Connery while discussing the impact of US tariffs on the UK film industry following the announcement of a UK-US trade deal.

Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Latest news bulletin | May 9th – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Ukraine security service exposes suspected Hungarian military intelligence spy network

The Ukrainian Security Service announced that it had uncovered a suspected Hungarian military intelligence network aimed at obtaining confidential information on Ukraine’s defence and military capabilities.

Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Trump's US to resettle white South Africans 'within days'

The White House plans to resettle white South Africans in the US starting next week, according to a US media report. Trump, who accuses Pretoria of racism against Afrikaners, has said he will offer them refugee status.

Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Denmark summons US diplomat over reports of increased intelligence gathering in Greenland

Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen said the information in the report was β€œvery worrying", adding that "friends" shouldn't spy on each other.

Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Chicago and Chiclayo celebrate election of Pope Leo XIV

Robert Prevost, who was elected as the 267th pontiff, grew up in Chicago but lived for years in Peru, where he was the Bishop of the northern Chiclayo diocese.

Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Commerzbank reports profit surge as it fends off UniCredit bid

The German lender reported its β€˜best quarterly result since the first quarter of 2011’ as it attempts to fend off Unicredit’s takeover efforts.

Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

India-Pakistan: New blasts trigger blackout in Jammu

Blasts and sirens were heard in the city of Jammu, in Indian-administered region of Jammu and Kashmir. The Indian military was responding to drone attacks, sources told media outlets.

Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Germany's socialist Left Party is flying high

Shortly after the new government has taken office, the smallest opposition party in the Bundestag is taking stock of its recent success at a party conference in Chemnitz. Its motto is "We are the hope."

Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Ukraine in maps: Tracking the war with Russia

How Russia and Ukraine are placed after three years of fighting ahead of a possible three-day ceasefire proposed by Moscow.

Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Why Albania's election is a critical test for EU membership

Albania will elect a new parliament on Sunday, with Prime Minister Edi Rama is seeking a historic fourth consecutive term. The election will also be a key test for the country's EU integration.

Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

EU trolls Putin's 'aberration' of WW2 parade

EU flight bans and Ukrainian drones have made two of Russia’s VIP guests look silly on the eve of a monumental parade.

Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

What Pope's speedy election says about Church's priorities

The new Pope is seen as someone who could unite traditionalist and progressive within the Church, writes the BBC's religion editor.

Published on: May 09, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

80 years on, France’s last WWII veterans warn peace must be defended

The commemoration saw a parade of veterans' associations, and music performed by military bands from France, Germany, Canada, Cameroon, the US and UK.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Inside the secretive world of Zara

The BBC's Emma Simpson gets a rare glimpse behind the scenes of how the fashion brand operates.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Pope Leo XIV seen as bridge builder after Francis’ turbulent reign

New pope marks continuity with Francis' progressivism, but offers a steadier hand after a divisive 12 years.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Habemus Papam: Robert Prevost from the US is Pope Leo XIV

The Catholic Church has a new leader. Robert Francis Prevost is the new Pope Leo XIV. He is the first pope from the US, and also has Peruvian citizenship, but will represent the global Catholic Church.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Trump ramps up plans for 2026 World Cup amid friction with neighbors: β€˜Tensions are a good thing’

Andrew Giuliani, newly minted FIFA task force head, met with host city executives and DHS officials on Wednesday.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Germany's new Foreign Minister Wadephul makes EU debut

At his first meeting with EU counterparts, Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul treads carefully. He pays as much attention to interpersonal rapport as his message of respect for Germany's closest partners.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

How Britain got to the front of Donald Trump’s trade queue

From last-minute pork demands to parties in the embassy, this is how Britain charmed the unpredictable president β€” and why it could all still unravel.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

UK and US secure trade deal with changes for auto and agricultural goods

Donald Trump and Keir Starmer emphasised the strong relationship between their two countries, bonded by shared values, culture and a common language.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Russia: Instrumentalizing Soviets' victory over Nazi Germany

More than 25 million Soviets died during World War II. Many Russian families still commemorate the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany on May 9. But today's state also uses the anniversary to consolidate its ideology.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Pope Leo XIV, first US pope, addresses crowd at St Peter's Square

Pope Leo XIV, the first US pope, addressed the faithful on St Peter's Square, emphasising peace, dialogue and unity, recalling his roots as an Augustinian priest.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

BFFs Putin and Xi blast Trump’s proposed Golden Dome missile shield

The U.S. president's plan is β€œdeeply destabilizing," Moscow and Beijing say.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

From white smoke to balcony speech, watch how Pope Leo XIV was unveiled as new pontiff

Robert Prevost becomes the first American to be elected pope, following a two-day conclave in Vatican City.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Trump congratulates new American pope

Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost will be the first American pontiff in history.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Zelenskyy addresses Ukrainians in Kyiv as Moscow airspace remains blocked

Ukraine’s president Volodymyr Zelenskyy recorded a video from Kyiv city centre for the Day of Remembrance and Victory over Nazism, calling the Friday parade in Moscow a β€œparade of fear.”

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

What is (and isn’t) actually in the UK-US trade deal

Like any deal, it comes at a cost, with compromises made on both sides β€” and some concessions may prove difficult to digest.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Trump says he wants to meet β€˜so fantastic’ von der Leyen

U.S. president thinks the EU was set up to "screw" America ― but suddenly seems to like its boss.

Published on: May 08, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe