Cruise passenger falls overboard while ship sails through fjord: officials

A passenger on board a cruise ship in Norway fell overboard on Thursday and was taken by helicopter to a hospital. The man's condition is unknown.

Denmark's Prime Minister Frederiksen assaulted in Copenhagen, man arrested

Denmark Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen was assaulted by a man in central Copenhagen on Friday but was otherwise unharmed.

Eerie surveillance photos show missing TV doctor Michael Mosley on day of disappearance

Surveillance footage that has emerged appears to show missing TV doctor Michael Mosley made it to the village of Pedi after leaving a Greek beach on the island of Symi.

Conservative British PM faces backlash after skipping D-Day event and going on TV

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is facing backlash after he ditched a D-Day ceremony in Normandy, France to do a TV interview during which he slammed the U.K. opposition party.

Belarus requests information to investigate Polish soldier's fatal stabbing at border

Belarusian authorities have expressed willingness to investigate the death of a Polish soldier who was stabbed at the border last month, officials say.

Search continues for TV doctor Michael Mosley missing in Greece

The search for missing Dr. Michael Mosley, a British TV presenter, entered its third day Friday as coast guard divers and police scour the Greek island of Symi for him.

With European Parliament elections underway, here's a look at how the EU works

The European Union's three main political bodies include the European Commission, the European Council and the European Parliament, which all work with member states to govern the bloc.

13 injured in explosion at home improvement store in Romania, authorities say

Romanian authorities say an explosion at a chain home improvement store in the northeast of the country has injured at least 13 people, four seriously.

New study reveals how humans harnessed the lineage of ancient horses, scientists say

Scientists have traced the ancestry of the modern horse to a lineage that emerged 4,200 years ago and quickly became dominant across Eurasia, new research shows.

Dutch far-right closes in on left-wing alliance in EU parliamentary exit polls

European Union parliamentary elections kicked off Thursday in the Netherlands, with exit polls showing a close race between Geert Wilders' party and a left-wing coalition.

Ancient artifacts uncovered in 10-foot well on outskirts of major city

Italian archaeologists this week unearthed ancient artifacts buried deep in a 10-foot well for nearly 2,000 years on the outskirts of Rome.

4 dead, 27 injured after head-on train collision in Czech Republic

Officials say a passenger train collided head-on with a freight train in the Czech Republic on Wednesday, killing at least four people and injuring 27 others.

Jack Carr recalls Gen. Eisenhower's D-Day memo about 'great and noble undertaking'

Bestselling author Jack Carr, former Navy SEAL, recalls Gen. Dwight Eisenhower's words issued on June 5, 1944, just ahead of D-Day during World War II — 80 years ago this week.

Ronald Reagan's principles, patriotism remembered 20 years after his death at legacy celebration

The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation is commemorating the 20th anniversary of his death this week with special attention to his memorable 1984 D-Day speech.

D-Day 80th anniversary: The true legacy of Normandy

After four years of American retreat from its leadership responsibilities around the globe, President Biden took office promising to stand strong for freedom and democracy.

German right wing candidate stabbed in latest attack ahead of elections

A German right-wing party candidate was stabbed on Tuesday, just days after an Afghan migrant several people including a police officer who later died from his injuries.

Anne Frank's spirits soared on D-Day: 'Friends are on the way,' she wrote of heroic GIs

Anne Frank was elated upon hearing news of the D-Day invasion on June 6, 1944. "Friends are on the way," the teenager wrote in her famous diary as hope erupted across occupied Europe.

D-Day at 80: One more mission to Normandy for the greatest generation

Last year, only a handful of the Greatest Generation were able to make the D-Day commemoration ceremony. But this year, the 80th, is a big one, and 150 are expected.

Europe expected to move right in EU elections amid voter anger over illegal immigration, crime, economy

European rightwing populist parties are surging in the European Parliament election polls amid the ongoing migrant crisis, expected to deliver the historic first right-leaning majority.

Slovenia becomes latest European country to recognize a Palestinian state after a parliamentary vote

Following in the steps of several other European countries, Slovenia's parliament has voted in favor of recognizing a Palestinian state; no member voted against recognition.

Tourist defaces ancient Roman wall on vacation, angering Italian authorities

A 27-year-old man from the Netherlands got into hot water with Italian authorities after he allegedly wrote his graffiti signature on an ancient wall in Herculaneum.

Body found near Greek beach with 22-pound barbell attached to leg, coast guard says

The coast guard says the body of an unidentified man has been recovered off a beach northeast of the Greek capital with a 22-pound barbell attached to his leg with a rope.

American WWII veterans travel to France to be honored for 80th anniversary of D-Day

A group of 60 World War II veterans is leaving Atlanta on a chartered flight to France to mark the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings with parades, school visits and ceremonies.

Georgia signs controversial 'foreign influence' bill into law

The speaker of Georgia's parliament signed the controversial "foreign agents" bill into law after the legislature dismissed the veto of President Salome Zourabichvili.

Radical climate activist vandalizes famous painting in Paris

A radical climate protester was arrested Saturday after she vandalized a famous painting by Claude Monet at the Orsay Museum in Paris.

Fire breaks out at Russian oil refinery; deaths, injuries reported

A fire reportedly broke out Sunday at an oil refinery in northwestern Russia's Komi Republic, leading to an unspecified number of injuries and deaths.

Protesters face deportation after participating in disruptive anti-Israel demonstrations

Nine European nationals will be deported from Greece for their participation in disruptive anti-Israel demonstrations on the campus of University of Athens School of Law last month.

Addressing antisemitism should be priority for Europe before recognizing Palestinian state, leading rabbi says

Lead European rabbi suggests that countries counteract the anti-Israel, totalitarian influence of Iran and its terror proxies in the region before recognizing a Palestinian state.

Real Madrid rides 2nd half surge to 15th Champions League trophy

Read Madrid got it together in the second half of the Champions League final against Borussia Dortmund and won the trophy Saturday by a score of 2-0.

Philippines warns of ‘red line’ with Beijing amid heightened tensions in South China Sea

The Philippines have warned China that it would consider any Filipino soldier killed by a Beijing water cannon to be an “act of war" amid heightened tensions in the region.

Lava continues flowing from Iceland volcano after eruption

Lava continued flowing from a volcano near Grindavik, Iceland, on Thursday, though activity had notably calmed down since its Wednesday eruption.

Sleepy town thrust into chaos as out-of-control chickens ruin families' everyday lives

Unruly chickens have made life a living hell for residents in an English town by making a mess and crowing late into the night.

A look at the European Parliament's major political factions as June election approaches

Voters in European Union countries will elect lawmakers to the European Parliament on June 6-9, 2024. The election is expected to result in a shift to the right.

Spain hosts Palestine's prime minister after recognition of Palestinian state by western European nations

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez met with Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa after Spain, Ireland and Norway recognized Palestinian statehood.

Poland to fortify border with Belarus after soldier is stabbed by migrant

Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk has announced fortifications along the border with Belarus after a soldier was seriously wounded in a knife attack by a migrant.

European Union sees surge in Russian-backed cyberattacks, top security official says

The top European Union cybersecurity official said on Tuesday that disruptive digital attacks have doubled in the 27-member bloc in the past few months.

Police raid EU Parliament offices over suspected Russian interference ahead of elections

Belgian authorities searched the home and office of a European Parliament employee in Brussels over suspected Russian interference. Similar searches occurred in Strasbourg.

Georgia parliament committee rejects president's veto of 'Russian law'

A Georgian parliament committee has rejected the president’s veto of the “foreign agents" legislation, called the "Russian law" by critics, that has sparked massive protests for weeks.

Ukraine secures $1B in military aid from Belgium as Zelenskyy continues EU tour

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has secured a second $1 billion military aid pledge within two days during his tour of the European Union, this time from Belgium.

Baltic states join with Norway, Finland and Poland to build ‘drone wall’ against Russia

Many of Russia's close neighbors plan to build a "drone wall" on their borders with Russia to prevent incursions as tensions in the region escalate.

American World War II heroes adopted in 'Faces of Margraten' project by 'grateful' Dutch people

Local families have adopted all 10,000 American World War II heroes buried at the Netherlands American Cemetery and are now seeking photos to pair with the names of each U.S. war hero.

WATCH: Woman knocked over as rampaging moose runs loose in Russian city

Russia periodically has to deal with moose wandering into cities, where they can face dangers and death, such as the case of the moose in Salavat last week.

Police respond to deadly stabbing spree at popular beach destination

British authorities have arrested a 17-year-old boy believed to have stabbed two women at Durley Chine Beach in Bournemouth, England. One woman died, Dorset Police say.

Woman out for a walk stumbles upon once-in-a-decade discovery

A woman recently found over 2,150 silver coins in Kutná Hora, Czech Republic, experts say. Historians believe the massive fortune was carefully buried during a time of unrest.

Russia removes buoys on Estonian border, EU demands explanation

Russian guards removed some buoys their Estonian counterparts had placed on a river separating the two states in a move EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell called “unacceptable."

Top Russian military officials are being arrested on corruption charges as Putin begins fifth term

Several Russian defense ministry personnel have been arrested on corruption charges over the last month, just before President Vladimir Putin began his fifth term.

Hungary PM Orbán declares intent to opt out of NATO efforts to support Ukraine

Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has announced that Hungary will seek to opt out of NATO operations aimed at supporting Ukraine, according to officials.

International Criminal Court: 20 years, billions spent, limited success as US considers sanctions

The International Criminal Court has butted heads with most U.S. administrations since its founding, especially after it initiated an investigation into U.S. conduct in Afghanistan.

Kosovo's parliament passes a bill on leasing some of its prison space for Denmark's use

Kosovo’s parliament has approved a bill that would allow leasing of some of the country's prison space to Denmark to help it with its overcrowded prison system.

1995 Srebrenica genocide to be commemorated annually under UN resolution, amid Serb opposition

The U.N. has approved a resolution establishing an annual day to commemorate the 1995 genocide of more than 8,000 Bosnian Muslims by Bosnian Serbs. Serbs oppose the move.

Vegan woman's discrimination claim against hospital over 'inadequate' meals tossed by Danish court

A Danish court dismissed a claim that a hospital violated a patient's rights by not providing adequate vegan meals during her stay four years ago, officials say.

Rep. Joe Wilson introduces bill to sanction individuals for 'injuring Georgian democracy'

After numerous warnings and harsh criticism, the Parliament in Tbilisi passed a Russian-style agents law. Rep. Joe Wilson, R-S.C., has announced a bill to sanction those involved.

4 arrested after Greek authorities dismantle international cocaine trafficking ring

Greek authorities, in collaboration with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, have dismantled an criminal group trafficking cocaine from Latin America to Europe.

Subway line to be constructed under ancient Roman ruins, including Colosseum

A major project to construct a subway line under ancient Roman ruins has reached a crucial phase. The project aims to alleviate Rome's transportation challenges.

Norway ramps up entry restrictions for Russians in response to 'illegal war of aggression against Ukraine'

Norway is tightening restrictions on entry from Russia due to concerns over espionage and Russia's actions in Ukraine, according to Norwegian officials.

Taylor Swift brushes off wardrobe malfunction on stage during Stockholm Eras Tour stop

Taylor Swift paused her Eras Tour Stockholm stop to fix a wardrobe malfunction. Video showed the singer adjust her dress before taking a seat at her piano.

Israel's Netanyahu rips Ireland, Spain and Norway recognizing Palestinian statehood: 'Reward for terrorism'

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu blasted several European countries for delivering a "reward for terrorism" in recognizing a Palestinian state.

House Democrat blasts Ireland, Spain, Norway recognition of Palestinian state as 'gift to Hamas'

Rep. Dean Phillips, D-Minn., slammed Ireland, Spain and Norway's decision as a "gift to Hamas," despite him advocating for "Palestinian self-determination and statehood."

Bosnian Serb leader threatens to secede from Bosnia ahead of UN vote on genocide

A planned U.N. vote on establishing an annual day to commemorate the 1995 genocide of more than 8,000 Bosnian Muslims by Bosnian Serbs has sparked political controversy.

Russia's 'shadow war' against the West requires collective response, Estonia PM says

Estonian Prime Minister Kallas says Russia is conducting a “shadow war" against the West. Estonia and other European countries are seeing a rise in sabotage and spying.

Baltic Sea nations voice concern as Russia considers revising maritime border

Leaders in the Baltic Sea region voiced concerns on Wednesday about reports of Russia potentially revising its territorial waters' borders, officials say.

UK's Cameron lauds sharp decline in illegal migration from Albania during visit

British Foreign Secretary David Cameron visited Tirana on Wednesday and praised the joint efforts between the UK and Albania to combat illegal migration.

Denmark implements temporary ban on Bandidos motorcycle club, citing violence

Danish police have imposed a temporary ban on the Danish arm of the Bandidos motorcycle club due to their history of violence, according to authorities.

Norway, Ireland, Spain recognizing independent Palestinian state as Israel-Hamas war continues

Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre said the country will recognize a Palestinian state, according to Reuters, and Ireland and Spain are expected to follow suit.

Oscar-winning composer of 'Finding Neverland' music, Jan A.P. Kaczmarek dies at age 71

Jan A.P. Kaczmarek, a Polish composer who won an Oscar in 2005 for the musical score of 'Finding Neverland,' has died at age 71; he suffered from a rare neurological disorder.

Serbian woman dead after tree falls on car during storm

A woman has been reported dead in Sombor, Serbia, after a tree fell on her car during a heavy Tuesday storm, according to Interior Minister Ivica Dacic.

Second trial begins for suspected German far-right coup plot

The second of three trials for an alleged far-right plot to stage a coup against the German government began on May 21, 2024, this time for nine suspected leaders of the group.

Greek judge drops charges against 9 Egyptians accused of causing shipwreck that killed hundreds

Nine Egyptian men have been acquitted by a Greek judge of charges related to a shipwreck that killed more than 500 migrants. The judge dismissed the case.

On this day in history, May 21, 1881, Clara Barton, 'brave' battlefield nurse, creates American Red Cross

American nurse Clara Barton founded the American Red Cross on this day in history, May 21, 1881. She led the organization until 1904, when she retired to her Maryland home.

Defund ICC’s ‘kangaroo court’ as it wages anti-Israel lawfare: Richard Goldberg

The Netherlands-based ICC’s indictment of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant for alleged war crimes happened on Monday.

Kosovo closes 6 Serbian bank branches over currency crackdown

Kosovar police on Monday closed six branches of the Serbia-licensed Postal Savings Bank in line with a crackdown on the use of the Serbian dinar currency.

Denmark turns to Kosovo to alleviate its overcrowded prison system in $217 million deal

Kosovo’s Cabinet has approved a draft law on renting a prison, 30 miles south of its capital Pristina, to Denmark to help the country with its overpopulated prison system.

English courts consider nixing mandatory wigs for barristers amid concerns they're 'culturally insensitive'

Courts in England and Wales are weighing whether required wigs discriminate against Black barristers and might remove the traditional headpieces from the mandatory dress code.

Blue flash caught in night sky over Spain, Portugal lights up social media

An astonishing blue fireball captured the eyes of many early Sunday morning as it quickly flew over the skies of Spain and Portugal, according to reports.

Climate activists glue themselves to Munich airport runway, pausing traffic

A half dozen climate protesters broke into the Munich airport on Saturday and glued themselves to the runway, disrupting traffic and temporarily shutting down the facility.

Dutch firebrand Geert Wilders joins new government as Europe's 'liberal elites' put on notice

The Dutch electorate’s concerns over radical Islam and unfettered immigration led to the establishment of a right-wing coalition to address the country’s social problems.

Croatia gets new government with a far-right party included ahead of European parliamentary vote

Lawmakers in Croatia have voted into office a new government, which now includes hard-right party Homeland Movement, ahead of the EU's parliamentary election next month.

Slovakia's prime minister underwent another operation. He remains in serious condition

Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico remains in serious condition and has undergone another operation after being shot multiple times earlier this week in the town of Handlova.

Ukraine launches biggest drone attack on Russia as Putin courts support from China

The strikes hit oil refineries, causing fires that burned into Friday morning as local officials warned that blackouts would continue throughout the day.

A look at high-profile political assassinations and attempts this century

Slovakia's PM Robert Fico was gravely wounded in an apparent assassination attempt weeks before an election; here's a look at other political assassinations and attempts this century.

South Africa urges UN's top court to order cease-fire in Gaza to shield citizens in Rafah

During hearings held by the International Court of Justice over measures to stop Israel's military operation in Rafah, South Africa urged the top U.N. court to order a cease-fire in Gaza.

9 men accused of causing deadly Mediterranean shipwreck were not even crew, Greek defense team says

Nine men are going on trial in Greece for the shipwreck of a fishing boat carrying hundreds of migrants. Their lawyers claim the men were just passengers, not crew members.

Italy's age-defying sprinter shatters world record at 90 years old

Italy's Emma Maria Mazzenga, at 90 years old, has set a world record in the 200-meter sprint, completing it in 51.47 seconds. This surpasses a previous record set in Japan.

Georgia's leader vows to veto 'Russia law' aimed at curbing foreign influence, calling it unacceptable

President Salome Zourabichvili of Georgia has criticized a recently passed media bill as "unacceptable" and pledged to veto it, despite the ruling party's majority.

Suspect who shot Slovakia PM Fico reveals possible motive: report

The 71-year-old suspect who allegedly shot Slovakia PM Robert Fico on Wednesday has appeared in a Facebook video denouncing the government, reports say.

Slovakia's prime minister expected to survive assassination attempt as shock reverberates across Europe

Slovakia's prime minister is expected to survive a harrowing assassination attempt on Wednesday that left him gravely wounded, his deputy said.

Chances of Cyprus peace talks restart look dimmer as Turkish Cypriot leader sees no common ground

Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar told U.N. envoy María Ángela Holguín Cuélla that he saw no common ground for a return to negotiations with Greek Cypriots to mend Cyprus' ethnic division.

Hungary to oppose UN resolution commemorating 1995 genocide in Bosnia, minister says

Hungary has declared its intention to vote against a United Nations resolution commemorating the 1995 genocide of Bosnian Muslims at Srebrenica, officials say.

'Unprecedented' manhunt in France after gunmen bust gangster known as 'The Fly' out of prison, kill 2 guards

A massive manhunt was underway in France on Wednesday after an armed gang attacked a prison convoy and freed Mohamed Amra, a fugitive known as "The Fly," from custody.

Putin watches on as Eastern European nation passes law favoring Moscow amid violent protests

Large demonstrations broke out across Georgia as thousands protest a new foreign agent law that many fear will be a tool to crack down on dissent in a country that is looking to join the EU.

Slovakia Prime Minister Robert Fico shot multiple times, in 'life-threatening condition'

Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico has been injured Wednesday in a shooting inside the country, while authorities have taken a suspect into custody.

Former Gambian interior minister sentenced for crimes against humanity by Swiss court

The former interior minister of Gambia has been convicted by Switzerland’s top criminal court for crimes against humanity, resulting in a 20-year prison sentence.

Georgia's capital roils with protesters after parliament passes 'Russian law' against foreign media influence

Protesters blocked streets in Georgia's capital after their parliament passed the so-called 'Russian law' that critics say will jeopardize the country's chances of joining the EU.

Early morning fire in Croatia destroys 22 boats at marina

A fire at a Croatian marina destroyed 22 boats, but no injuries were reported. Local media said some owners jumped into the sea to escape the flames.

8 watches owned by F1 great Michael Schumacher fetch more than $4 million at auction in Geneva

8 of Michael Schumacher's watches have sold for nearly $4.4 million at a Switzerland auction; the sale coincided with the 30th anniversary of Schumacher's first Formula One Drivers Championship win.

Georgian parliament passes 'Russia law' aimed at curbing foreign influence after weeks of mass protests

Georgia's parliament approved the controversial so-called "Russia law," which aims to decrease foreign influence in media, after weeks of mass demonstrations against it.

European Union endorses sweeping overhaul of migration system

European Union nations have officially endorsed a major overhaul of the migration system. EU government ministers approved 10 legislative parts of the new pact.

Turkey's Erdogan defends Hamas, claims over 1K members are at his country's hospitals

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said he does not consider Hamas a terrorist organization and said more than 1,000 members are at hospitals in Turkey.

Man who fathered his daughter's 7 children in captivity to be moved to prison from psychiatric detention

Austrian judges have ruled that Josef Fritzl, who imprisoned and raped his daughter for 24 years, can be moved from psychiatric detention to a regular prison.

Man who fathered his daughter's 7 children in captivity to be moved to prison from psychiatric detention

Austrian judges have ruled that Josef Fritzl, who imprisoned and raped his daughter for 24 years, can be moved from psychiatric detention to a regular prison.

2 workers dead, 1 missing after Polish coal mine caves in, authorities say

Mine authorities in southern Poland say that two miners are dead and one is missing while 12 others were hurt following a cave-in at the Myslowice-Wesola coal mine.

Killer whales attack and sink sailing boat off Gibraltar

A group of killer whales attacked and sank a sailing yacht off Gibraltar on Sunday. The two passengers were rescued by an oil tanker

Georgian parliament holds final reading of divisive 'Russian law' proposal on foreign influence in media

Thousands gathered to protest again as Georgia's parliament held its third and final reading of a divisive foreign influence bill known to critics as "the Russia law."

North Macedonia’s new president seeks to sidestep disputes with EU neighbors

North Macedonia, a European Union candidate, is seeking to calm disputes with Greece and Bulgaria after the election victory of a conservative-backed president and coalition.

Eurovision banned the EU flag from the song contest. The EU is angry and wants to know why

The 27-nation European Union has lambasted organizers of the Eurovision Song Contest for banning the EU flag from the concert hall during the final of the week-long competition.

Vast coin collection of Danish magnate is going on sale a century after his death

The 20,000-piece coin collection of Danish butter magnate Lars Emil Bruun is set to go on sale 100 years after his death, and it could fetch up to $72 million.

Turkey and Greece leaders to meet, put friendship initiative to the test amid Gaza and Ukraine wars

Turkey and Greece have a long history of conflict, but the leaders of both countries met on May 13, 2024, five months after embarking on a new initiative designed to mend relations.

Ukrainian first lady, foreign minister visit pro-Russia Serbian president

Ukrainian first lady Olena Zelenska accompanied Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba on a trip to Serbia where she met with Serbian first lady Tamara Vucic.

Fingerhakeln frenzy: Bavarian men grapple for victory in Germany's finger wrestling championship

More than 150 Bavarian men gathered in Bernbeuren, Germany, for the national championship of "Fingerhakeln," a unique form of finger wrestling, officials said.

Georgians protest proposed law restricting 'foreign influence' in media as parliament approves final vote

Critics of a proposed media governance law in Georgia launched mass protests as Georgia's parliament prepared for a final vote on the proposal.

Fire destroys shopping complex housing 1,400 outlets in Poland's capital

A fire engulfed a large shopping complex in Warsaw, Poland, on Sunday. While no injuries were reported, the fire destroyed more than 80% of the complex.

Germany introduces payment cards for asylum seekers to prevent transferring money outside country

Critics of Germany's new rule that gives asylum seekers part of their government payments on a plastic card instead of in cash say it's designed "to bully refugees."

Ex-Albanian president warns Biden that Russia seeks to 'undermine European values and foundations' in region

Albania's former president and leader of the Freedom Party wants to keep the United States in the Balkans and prevent forces Russia from destabilizing the region.

Here's why Ireland is at boiling point over mass immigration

Hundreds of protests in towns have sprung up in Ireland with people calling on the government to end what they say is an "open borders" globalist agenda that is putting the needs of migrants ahead of its citizens.

NATO ally endorses China's Ukraine peace plan as Beijing applauds 'model' of European diplomacy

China has long pursued a diplomatic reset as it finds itself increasingly unpopular and pushed out by Central and Eastern European countries.

7 dead after bus falls into river in St. Petersburg, Russia

A bus veered off a bridge Friday in St. Petersburg, Russia, plunging into the Moika River and leaving seven people dead, according to officials.

Xi leaves Hungary, concluding 5-day tour of Europe

Chinese President Xi Jinping departed from Hungary on Friday, marking the end of a five-day European tour meant to reinforce Beijing's influence over the continent.