After ten years in the lead, Malta has been overtaken by Spain at the top of ILGA Europe's annual Rainbow Map. The ranking, compiled by the International Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Intersex Association (ILGA), compares laws and policies affecting LGBTQ+ people in 49 countries across Europe and Central Asia.
Hamburg announced on Tuesday that Kathleen Krüger would become the club's new board member in charge of sport as of July 1.
Skip next section Germany to boost customs staff amid parcel surge May 12, 2026 Germany to boost customs staff amid parcel surge Germany is moving to strengthen its customs service as parcel volumes have surged. Some 1,500 new positions have been planned this year.
It seems Büsra Sayed has truly taken the saying "When life gives you lemons, make lemonade" to heart. After all, she managed to turn a situation that one could only be described as insulting or sad — certainly discriminatory — into a victory, both financially and, above all, for the human spirit.
The Office of the High Representative (OHR) in Bosnia confirmed on Monday that German politician Christian Schmidt, the top international envoy in Bosnia and Herzegovina, will resign after five years in office.
Russia concluded a temporary ceasefire which lasted for nearly three days with overnight strikes targeting Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Tuesday. "Russia itself chose to end the partial silence that had lasted for several days. Overnight, more than 200 attack drones were launched against Ukraine," said Zelenskyy on X.
In March, the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine of the UN Human Rights Council found that Russia had systematically deported and forcibly transferred Ukrainian children. These activities violate international human rights laws provisions and are classified as war crimes as well as crimes against humanity.
The public broadcasters of three European countries, Spain, Ireland and Slovenia, on Monday, announced that they would boycott the 70th Eurovision Song Contest by not airing it. The song contest has been at the center of controversy with several countries calling on Eurovision's organizers to exclude Israel following the Gaza war.
Skip next section Lufthansa to buy new planes from Boeing, Airbus May 11, 2026 Lufthansa to buy new planes from Boeing, Airbus The order comes amid skyrocketing prices for jet fuel caused by the blocking of the Strait of HormuzImage: Daniel Bockwoldt/dpa/picture-alliance Germany's flagship carrier Lufthansa said it had placed an order for 10 Airbus and
As Daniel Libeskind turns 80 on May 12, the renowned Polish-American architect shows no signs of slowing down and remains one of the most sought-after names in his field.
Skip next section Teen arrested over alleged Hamburg attack plot May 11, 2026 Teen arrested over alleged Hamburg attack plot A 17-year-old has been arrested over a suspected terror plot in Hamburg. Prosecutors said the Syrian teenager had been inspired by the "Islamic State" militant group and was planning to kill an unspecified number of people.
Skip next section EU's Kallas: 'Dynamics of the war are changing' May 11, 2026 EU's Kallas: 'Dynamics of the war are changing' Kallas said Ukraine's strikes on Russian oil facilities and Moscow's toned-down military WWII anniversary parade showed the tide was turningImage: Marius Burgelman/AP Photo/picture alliance The EU's foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said leaders