Delta soars into Eurovision final with sparkling act

May 16, 2026

New York [US], May 16: Delta Goodrem has lifted Australia into the Eurovision final with a sparkling powerhouse vocal performance, breaking a two-year non-qualification streak.

Nigerian film star Alexx Ekubo dies from cancer aged 40

May 16, 2026

Abuja [Nigeria], May 16: Nigerian film star Alexx Ekubo has died after a battle with cancer, his family has said.

Chinese suspect extradited to South Korea over BTS hacking case

May 16, 2026

Seoul [South Korea], May 16: A Chinese national who allegedly led a multi-million dollar hacking ring that targeted a member of the K-pop super group...

Helsinki's costly cycling push draws crowds - and criticism

May 16, 2026

Helsinki [Finland], May 16: Finland's capital Helsinki has spent billions of euros on public transport and bicycle lanes - and plans more - despite mixed...

Crowds cheer Catherine's comeback tour to Italy

May 16, 2026

Rome [Italy], May 16: The Princess of Wales received an enthusiastic welcome from Italian crowds, on her return to overseas visits following her treatment for...

Vin Diesel leads Fast and Furious reunion at Cannes

May 16, 2026

Cannes [France], May 16: The Cannes Film Festival revved up the glamour on Wednesday night with a buzzy red carpet for the midnight screening of...

Rolling Stones perform as younger selves in CGI video

May 16, 2026

New York [US], May 16: The Rolling Stones' Sir Mick Jagger, Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood perform as CGI versions of their younger selves in...

Search for new James Bond officially kicks off as auditions begin

May 16, 2026

New York [US], May 16: The casting process for the new James Bond has officially begun, after years of anticipation and speculation about who will...

John Travolta wins surprise Cannes honorary Palme d'Or

May 16, 2026

Cannes [France], May 16: Hollywood star John Travolta has been surprised with an honourary Palme d'Or, the Cannes equivalent of a lifetime achievement award, while...