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"We are not the UN" - organizers defend Eurovision and prepare for new protests over Israel's participation

The EBU is preparing for protests during the Eurovision 2026 final in Vienna due to Israel's participation. The organizers will not hide potential booing of the artists.

Culture • May 16, 09:56 AM • 7451 views
Spain extradited a Ukrainian to Germany on suspicion of spying for the Russian Federation

43-year-old Serhiy N. was detained in Spain and handed over to German law enforcement. He was collecting data on German facilities for potential Russian attacks.

Crimes and emergencies • May 15, 02:58 PM • 3864 views
US cancels deployment of 4,000 troops and equipment to Poland – media

The US Army has canceled the deployment of 4,000 soldiers from the 2nd Brigade of the 1st Cavalry Division to Poland. Equipment and some of the troops were already en route.

Politics • May 13, 11:16 PM • 24392 views
"Mission accomplished": The liner Hondius leaves Tenerife, the last two buses with passengers are heading to the airport

The vessel MV Hondius has departed Tenerife for Rotterdam for disinfection following a hantavirus outbreak. Passengers were evacuated by plane to Australia and the Netherlands.

Health • May 11, 06:59 PM • 7749 views
Elina Svitolina reached the quarterfinals of the WTA 1000 tournament in RomeVideo

Svitolina defeated the Czech player Bartůňková with a score of 6:2, 6:3 and advanced to the 1/4 finals in Rome. Next, she will play against the winner of the Plíšková — Rybakina match.

Sports • May 11, 05:42 PM • 11306 views
Last passengers of hantavirus-stricken liner to be evacuated on a single flight

Passengers from the MV Hondius in Tenerife are being evacuated on a single flight to the Netherlands. The WHO has confirmed nine cases of hantavirus infection in Europe.

Health • May 11, 02:36 PM • 4650 views
4 Ukrainians remain on the hantavirus-affected liner, another is on a special flight to the Netherlands, all show no signs of illness - MFA

Four Ukrainians remain on board the MV Hondius liner, where a hantavirus outbreak occurred. No signs of the illness have been detected in the Ukrainian citizens at this time.

Society • May 11, 06:52 AM • 27506 views
One American evacuated from a liner with a hantavirus outbreak has tested positive

One of the 17 evacuated Americans has been confirmed to have hantavirus, although there are currently no symptoms. In total, three people have died from the outbreak on the vessel.

Health • May 11, 04:56 AM • 5336 views
Controversies surrounding Israel could change Eurovision forever – BBCPhoto

Due to Israel's participation, a number of countries have announced a boycott of Eurovision 2026. Broadcasters are demanding a change in the rules for states that are at war.

Culture • May 11, 03:45 AM • 5772 views
Final evacuation flights from liner with hantavirus outbreak scheduled for today

Spain is completing the evacuation of passengers from the MV Hondius liner due to a hantavirus outbreak. The vessel, with 30 crew members, will subsequently depart for the Netherlands.

Health • May 11, 03:29 AM • 5005 views
"Barcelona" becomes Spanish champion ahead of schedule after victory over "Real Madrid"Video

"Barcelona" defeated "Real Madrid" 2:0 and became the Spanish champion of the 2025/26 season ahead of schedule. This is the 29th title in the club's history and their second consecutive La Liga trophy.

Sports • May 10, 11:57 PM • 13238 views
Cruise ship passengers with hantavirus outbreak evacuated from Canary Islands

Passengers of the vessel MV Hondius were evacuated from Tenerife due to a hantavirus outbreak that claimed the lives of three people. The WHO assesses the risk to the public as low.

Health • May 10, 09:26 PM • 4833 views
Spain expands network of climate shelters to protect against heat

In Spain, public buildings are being equipped with air conditioning and water to save the population. In 2025, more than 150,000 heat-related deaths were recorded in the country.

News of the World • May 10, 02:38 PM • 6980 views
Over 4.3 million Ukrainians are under temporary protection in the EU

There are 4. 33 million Ukrainians under temporary protection in the EU. Germany, Poland, and the Czech Republic have hosted the largest number of people.

Society • May 10, 02:01 PM • 14492 views
Spanish passengers from the vessel Hondius have boarded a flight to Madrid; no hantavirus symptoms have been detected so farPhoto

14 Spaniards from the MV Hondius, where a hantavirus outbreak was detected, have been evacuated. Upon arrival in Madrid, they will be admitted to a military hospital.

Health • May 10, 11:00 AM • 7018 views
Evacuation from the liner Hondius following hantavirus outbreak: first bus spotted at Tenerife airfield

The evacuation of passengers from the MV Hondius has begun in Tenerife due to a hantavirus outbreak. Fourteen Spaniards will be transported to Madrid by military aircraft.

Health • May 10, 10:17 AM • 6896 views
First passengers disembark from the cruise ship Hondius following a hantavirus outbreakPhoto

The vessel arrived from Argentina with 149 passengers on board after two people died from hantavirus. All those currently present are asymptomatic.

Health • May 10, 09:21 AM • 5318 views
Spain establishes disembarkation procedure for citizens from the vessel Hondius following hantavirus outbreak

Evacuation has begun following a hantavirus outbreak on the vessel Hondius, where three people died. Repatriation flights to various countries will be completed by tomorrow.

News of the World • May 10, 08:55 AM • 4982 views
Spanish medical workers have boarded the cruise ship Hondius, where a hantavirus outbreak has been recordedPhoto

Eight cases of hantavirus and three deaths have been recorded on board the MV Hondius. Medics have begun testing and preparing for the evacuation of passengers.

Health • May 10, 07:25 AM • 8313 views
The liner Hondius, where a hantavirus outbreak was recorded, has entered the port of Tenerife

The liner Hondius, with hantavirus patients on board, has arrived in Tenerife. Spanish medics are conducting testing of passengers prior to evacuation.

Health • May 10, 06:30 AM • 8281 views
Liner MV Hondius arrives off the coast of Tenerife following hantavirus outbreak

Hantavirus has been detected on board the MV Hondius, resulting in the deaths of three people. The vessel is anchored off Tenerife, where medical personnel are preparing passengers for evacuation.

Health • May 10, 05:03 AM • 8967 views
The EU has stated that all passengers on the liner with a hantavirus outbreak are considered high-risk contacts

Eight people fell ill on board the MV Hondius, and three passengers died from hantavirus. Everyone present on the vessel is being repatriated for mandatory self-isolation.

Health • May 10, 02:53 AM • 10574 views
"This is not another Covid" - WHO chief sends message to Tenerife as hantavirus-stricken liner approachesPhoto

Three people have died due to a hantavirus outbreak. The head of the WHO will arrive in Tenerife to oversee the safe evacuation of passengers from the vessel MV Hondius.

Health • May 9, 05:58 PM • 6661 views
NATO countries prepare for Trump's withdrawal of additional troops from Europe - Bloomberg

Allies expect a large-scale withdrawal of US troops from Germany, Italy, and Spain. Trump plans to cancel the deployment of long-range missiles in Europe.

Politics • May 9, 02:29 PM • 4721 views
Search continues worldwide for passengers who disembarked before hantavirus outbreak on liner – what is known so farPhoto

Three people have died due to a hantavirus outbreak on the vessel MV Hondius. The WHO is in contact with officials from at least 12 countries monitoring citizens who have returned home; five Ukrainians are on board.

Health • May 8, 03:09 PM • 5618 views
Media: In 2024, Russians received more Schengen visas, but significantly fewer multiple-entry ones

Last year, Russians were granted over 620,000 Schengen visas. The share of multiple-entry visas dropped to 12%, with France issuing the highest number of visas.

News of the World • May 7, 05:26 PM • 5019 views
Spanish police seize 30 tons of cocaine in Europe's largest operation

Spanish police have seized a record 30 tons of cocaine on a vessel near the Canary Islands. 23 people were arrested, and the value of the cargo exceeds 812 million euros.

News of the World • May 7, 03:33 PM • 9603 views
Risk to Europe from hantavirus outbreak on liner remains "very low" - ECDC

The risk of the Andes hantavirus spreading from the cruise liner to Europe is low. Passengers are expected to be evacuated in the Canary Islands wearing protective gear.

Health • May 7, 12:50 PM • 4487 views
Cruise ship with hantavirus leaves Cape Verde and heads for the Canaries

The vessel MV Hondius has left Cape Verde following the evacuation of three individuals due to a hantavirus outbreak. Two patients in serious condition have already arrived in the Netherlands.

Health • May 7, 06:05 AM • 5512 views
Masks, social distancing, and deaths on board – how passengers of the MV Hondius are living amid a hantavirus outbreakPhoto

Three people have died on board the MV Hondius due to a hantavirus outbreak. Five Ukrainians are among the crew, and the liner is currently en route to Spain.

Health • May 6, 02:56 PM • 45642 views