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Delta Goodrem dazzled at the Eurovision 2026 grand final in Vienna, finishing fourth for Australia. Bulgaria's Dara claimed the title with 'Bangaranga,' marking the nation's first Eurovision win. Goodrem's performance earned widespread praise, though Australia's wait for a first victory continues.
The European Union has declined to adopt a bloc-wide ban on LGBTQ conversion therapy, instead urging member states to pass their own laws. The decision, announced after a petition gained over a million signatures, drew mixed reactions from campaigners and officials.
Greek authorities conducted a controlled explosion of a naval drone found in a cave near the island of Lefkada, carrying an estimated 100kg of explosives. The drone is suspected to be of Ukrainian origin, possibly intended to target Russian shipping, but officials have stopped short of confirming its exact origins. The incident has sparked political debate over Greece's maritime security preparedness.
As governments meet in New York for the second International Migration Review Forum, African countries are demonstrating progress in implementing the Global Compact for Migration. However, data from the IOM shows that despite falling arrival numbers on some routes, risks remain high, with deaths and displacement crises worsening in several regions.
Russia's women's water polo team defeated Brazil 22-5 in the quarterfinals of the 2026 Women's Water Polo World Cup in Malta, advancing to the semifinals and securing a spot in the Sydney super final. The team's participation marks its return to international competition under the Russian flag, following World Aquatics' decision in April to lift sanctions imposed after the invasion of Ukraine.
The Russian women’s water polo team secured a second consecutive victory at the 2026 World Cup, defeating Germany 26-4 in Malta after an earlier win over Argentina. The result places Russia atop the Division 2 standings as the tournament marks the team’s return to competing under its national flag following the lifting of World Aquatics sanctions.
A new report shows the number of foreign-born residents in the EU reached a record 64.2 million in 2025, up 2.1 million from 2024. Germany remains the top host country with 18 million residents, while Spain saw the fastest growth, adding 700,000 in a year.
In a rare diplomatic breakthrough, Israeli and Lebanese ambassadors met in Washington under US mediation for their first high-level talks in over three decades. The two sides agreed to launch direct negotiations, though significant differences remain, and Hezbollah has voiced strong opposition while continuing attacks.
Amid a US blockade on vessels visiting Iranian ports, several sanctioned tankers have crossed the Strait of Hormuz, while shipping in Pakistan remains normal. The blockade follows failed US-Iran peace talks, and transits through the crucial waterway have dropped sharply.
World Aquatics has lifted restrictions on Russian and Belarusian athletes, allowing them to compete under their national flags and anthems in international events. The decision has drawn praise from Russian officials and condemnation from Ukraine, while Nordic countries have announced they will not host World Aquatics-sanctioned tournaments.
The US Navy has begun blockading Iranian ports, tightening global oil supplies and pushing prices above $100 a barrel. The move aims to pressure Tehran into accepting US terms to end the war, but Iran has condemned it as illegal. Analysts warn of significant economic repercussions for Iran and potential global ripple effects.
Moscow's defense sources claim Kyiv, with Norwegian Navy assistance, is plotting attacks on Russian vessels in the Barents and Norwegian Seas. The unverified allegations, reported exclusively by Russian state media, also suggest Ukraine is training with unmanned systems in Norway.
The Russian water polo team, competing under a neutral status, won its group matches and a Round of 16 game at the 2026 FINA Men’s World Cup in Malta, but later lost to France in the quarterfinals. Ukraine refused to play a scheduled placement match against Russia, highlighting ongoing political tensions.
More than 180 people are feared dead or missing in recent Mediterranean shipwrecks, bringing the 2026 death toll to nearly 1,000, according to the UN's migration agency. The Central Mediterranean route remains the world's deadliest, with deaths up over 150% compared to the same period last year.
A French-owned container ship and a Japanese-owned tanker have crossed the Strait of Hormuz, marking the first such transits by Western vessels since the US-Israeli conflict with Iran effectively closed the waterway. The crossings, confirmed by shipping tracking data, come amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to reopen the strategic route for global oil and LNG supplies.