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Eurovision: Final kicks off overshadowed by Israel dispute
DW 16 May 2026

Eurovision: Final kicks off overshadowed by Israel dispute

The kitsch pop music extravaganza, the world's biggest live music contest, has again been overshadowed by protests and a boycott over Israel's participation.

Middle East updates: Big crowds at Nakba Day rally in London
DW 16 May 2026

Middle East updates: Big crowds at Nakba Day rally in London

Big crowds have gathered in London to honor Nakba Day. Meanwhile, Iran's state TV reports that European countries are discussing the safe transit of ships through the Strait of Ho…

Erdoğan says Europe at crossroads over Türkiye ties
Hürriyet 16 May 2026

Erdoğan says Europe at crossroads over Türkiye ties

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has said the European Union must make a “historic decision” on Türkiye, arguing that the bloc needs Ankara at a time of shifting global balances.

Thousands protest at Eurovision final as five countries boycott over Israel
Al Jazeera 16 May 2026

Thousands protest at Eurovision final as five countries boycott over Israel

Spain, Ireland, Iceland, Slovenia and Netherlands all withdrew in protest against Israel’s participation amid Gaza war.

Sony tries to explain that its AI Camera Assistant doesn’t suck
The Verge 16 May 2026

Sony tries to explain that its AI Camera Assistant doesn’t suck

After Sony drew some unwanted attention for a post demonstrating its AI Camera Assistant on the Xperia 1 XIII, it’s trying to clarify how the feature works. The company says it do…

Cannes 2026: All of a Sudden, Think Good
Roger Ebert 16 May 2026

Cannes 2026: All of a Sudden, Think Good

Two more from Cannes, including the latest from the director of "Drive My Car."

Can new Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions lead to another border clash?
Al Jazeera 16 May 2026

Can new Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions lead to another border clash?

Both sides target each other despite a pause in fighting mediated in March. Relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan have been tense since the Taliban took power in 2021. On Mon…

In response to Trump, Taiwan says it is ‘sovereign and independent’
Al Jazeera 16 May 2026

In response to Trump, Taiwan says it is ‘sovereign and independent’

Taiwan says it will maintain ‘status quo’ and deepen ties with the US after Trump meets with China’s Xi Jinping.

Al Jazeera’s exclusive report from the Strait of Hormuz
Al Jazeera 16 May 2026

Al Jazeera’s exclusive report from the Strait of Hormuz

Heavy ship traffic and rising regional tensions over one of the world’s most critical energy routes.

Taiwan says is an 'independent' nation, after Trump's warning
Hürriyet 16 May 2026

Taiwan says is an 'independent' nation, after Trump's warning

Taiwan said Saturday it is an "independent" nation, hours after U.S. President Donald Trump warned the democratic island against declaring formal independence.

Thousands march in central London to mark 78th Nakba anniversary
Al Jazeera 16 May 2026

Thousands march in central London to mark 78th Nakba anniversary

Thousands of protesters marched through central London on Saturday to mark the 78th anniversary of the Nakba

Sudanese army captures key town near Ethiopian border from RSF
Al Jazeera 16 May 2026

Sudanese army captures key town near Ethiopian border from RSF

Sudan’s army says it retook a vital town in southeastern Blue Nile state and inflicted heavy losses on the RSF.