Munich's vote on Summer Olympics bid: What to know
On Sunday, the citizens of Munich are to vote on whether the city should bid to host the Summer Olympics. The result could impact the aspirations of other German hopefuls.
Ireland votes to choose next president
Irish voters have been heading to the polls to decide who will succeed President Michael D. Higgins after 14 years in office. The contest has narrowed to two women offering sharply different visions.
Russian investors stuck in limbo as EU mulls using frozen central bank funds
Alongside the reserves of Russia's central bank, assets belonging to private Russian investors have also been frozen in the EU. In theory, they are allowed to reclaim them — but in practice, that's nearly impossible.
Trump says he's ending 'all trade negotiations' with Canada
The US president said he's ending trade talks with Canada because of a "fraudulent" television ad opposing US tariffs.
India bus fire kills 20 after motorcycle crash
It is the second fatal bus fire in two weeks, and authorities are investigating whether a jammed door may have contributed to the deaths.
EU holds off on using Russian assets for €140B Ukraine loan
Leaders delayed a controversial decision on turning frozen Russian assets into cash for Kyiv, but greenlit fresh sanctions on Russian fossil fuels.
North Korea builds memorial for troops killed in Ukraine war
North Korea has broken ground on a memorial for its soldiers killed fighting in Russia's war on Ukraine.
Louvre thieves left trail of DNA samples on helmet, gloves
French investigators have found more than 150 pieces of DNA and fingerprints at the Louvre as the director calls for a police station to be set up inside the Paris museum.
German man dies on Corsica as France hit by Storm Benjamin
A German tourist died on the French island of Corsica after he was washed away by a river swollen by storm waters.
Trump's White House ballroom sparks criticism amid shutdown
Where is US President Donald Trump getting the money to renovate the East Wing for nearly 1,000 guests during a shutdown? Critics warn of corruption and bribery.
Lebanon: Attacks stoke fear of renewed escalation
Israel's increased targeting of Lebanese facilities and alleged Hezbollah members could turn into a new war. The other scenario observers are worried about is a low-level, ongoing conflict.
Hungary: Orban, Magyar rally supporters on Memorial Day
Dueling rallies are taking place on the anniversary of Hungary's failed uprising against the Soviet Union. Prime Minister Viktor Orban and challenger Peter Magyar are looking to shore up support before April elections.
Russian military aircraft enter airspace of NATO member Lithuania
An SU-30 fighter and a refueling tanker entered the airspace of the NATO member country for 18 seconds, Lithuania's military said.
Germany to pay US military base employees amid shutdown
Germany's Finance Ministry said Berlin would pay 11,000 local employees at US military bases who might not receive salaries due to a US federal government shutdown.
NBA coach, players charged in illegal gambling case — FBI
Hall of Famer Chauncy Billups and Heats guard Terry Rozier are two of some 30 people arrested in two gambling probes. FBI Director Kash Patel said that the fraud was backed by the La Cosa Nostra crime families.
Mengele biopic explores mind of notorious Nazi physician
Dissident Russian filmmaker Kirill Serebrennikov delves into the complex psychology of Nazi fugitive and 'Angel of Death' Josef Mengele as he escapes justice in South America.
George Soros receives prize for work on Roma, Sinti rights
Philanthropist George Soros received the European Civil Rights Prize at a ceremony in Berlin. His Open Society said Europe's Roma have "endured centuries of discrimination and marginalization."
India's Modi to miss Trump at ASEAN as oil tensions persist
The Indian prime minister said he would only attend the ASEAN summit in Malaysia virtually, taking face-to-face talks with Trump off the table and dimming hopes of a timely detente with Washington over Russian oil.
Merz says Europeans fear 'public spaces' due to migration
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has doubled down on his recent comments about migrants and criminality, saying Germans and Europeans were "afraid to move around in public spaces."
Can India rebuild trust after deadly Ladakh protests?
After years of unfulfilled promises and rising anger, violent protests erupted in Ladakh, a remote region in the Himalayas. Locals say they feel abandoned, while New Delhi faces growing mistrust.
