06 May 2026

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Hantavirus-hit cruise ship leaves Cape Verde after three evacuated

A British man is among three evacuees sent to the Netherlands after displaying symptoms while aboard the MV Hondius.

06 May 2026 10:10pm GMT

Two Portuguese police chiefs detained as abuse scandal escalates, reports say

The case first emerged last year, involving allegations of torture, rape and abuse of power.

06 May 2026 7:32pm GMT

French professor investigated for awarding himself fake prize

The academic is accused of dreaming up the prize he went on to win and has been suspended from his university.

06 May 2026 4:24pm GMT