Translink raises bus and train fares by up to 50p and 10%
Translink implements fare increases for bus and train services, with bus fares rising between 10p and 50p and train fares by 10%, citing inflation and reduced public transport funding.
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In association football, Real Madrid win a record 15th Champions League title after defeating Borussia Dortmund 2–0 in the final at Wembley Stadium in London, England
In association football, Real Madrid win a record 15th Champions League title after defeating Borussia Dortmund 2–0 in the final at Wembley Stadium in London, England.
Four injured in Dalston shooting, including nine-year-old girl
A nine-year-old girl and three adult men were injured in a shooting in Dalston, London, on 29 May 2024, with the incident linked to a stolen motorbike.
Gavin Robinson ratified as DUP leader, party to stand aside in Fermanagh and South Tyrone
Gavin Robinson confirmed as DUP leader and announced the party will not field a candidate in Fermanagh and South Tyrone, urging unionists to support UUP's Diana Armstrong instead.
Israel claims full control of Philadelphi Corridor along Gaza-Egypt border
Israel asserts operational control of the Philadelphi Corridor, a narrow strip along the Gaza-Egypt border, following military operations in southern Gaza. The corridor had previously been part of a demilitarized zone with limited troop presence.
Pat Cullen to seek Sinn Féin nomination for Fermanagh and South Tyrone
Pat Cullen has stepped down as chief executive of the Royal College of Nursing to pursue the Sinn Féin nomination for the Fermanagh and South Tyrone constituency in the UK general election. She will submit her name to a selection convention in the constituency.
Conor Murphy returns as Economy Minister after medical leave
Conor Murphy has resumed his role as Economy Minister in Northern Ireland following a temporary departure due to medical reasons. His return follows interim leadership by Deirdre Hargey.
Mexico announces it will intervene in support of South Africa in South Africa's genocide case against Israel
Mexico announces it will intervene in support of South Africa in South Africa's genocide case against Israel.
Stormont passes first budget in three years amid opposition
The Northern Ireland Assembly approved the 2024 budget, its first in three years, despite opposition from the UUP and SDLP. The vote passed 61 to 21 with cross-community support.
Spain pledges €1 billion in military aid to Ukraine
Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a bilateral security pact in Madrid, committing Spain to €1 billion in military aid for 2024. The agreement covers equipment for ground, aerial, naval and other operations, with emphasis on air defence and maritime security.
Teenager is killed and six other people are injured in a shooting in downtown Lansing, Michigan, United States
A teenager is killed and six other people are injured in a shooting in downtown Lansing, Michigan, United States.
Al-Qassam Brigades launch rockets at Tel Aviv for first time in four months
The Al-Qassam Brigades fired rockets toward Tel Aviv, marking the first such attack in four months, amid ongoing Israeli operations in Rafah and ceasefire talks.
At least 35 killed in Israeli airstrike on Rafah tent camp
Israeli airstrikes hit a tent camp in Rafah, Gaza, killing at least 35 people, including women and children, with rescue operations ongoing in the Tal al-Sultan area.
Leverkusen claim DFB-Pokal to complete unbeaten double
Bayer Leverkusen won the DFB-Pokal final 1–0 against 1. FC Kaiserslautern, securing their second title and completing an undefeated domestic double in German football history.
Four U.S. Army vessels unmoored from Gaza pier wash ashore in Israel and Gaza
Four U.S. Army vessels linked to a floating pier off Gaza became unmoored in rough seas, with two landing on Israeli beaches and two on Gaza's shore, according to U.S. Central Command.
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announces plans to conscript young persons with an option for alternative civilian service if the Conservative Party wins the upcoming election
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announces plans to conscript young persons with an option for alternative civilian service if the Conservative Party wins the upcoming election.
EU permits Ukraine to access interest from frozen Russian assets
The European Union has decided to allow Ukraine to use the annual interest from frozen Russian central bank accounts, estimated at €2.5 billion ($2.7 billion), as part of its support for the war effort.
Record number of Conservative MPs stand down ahead of the UK election
A record number of Conservative MPs stand down ahead of the UK election.
Romanian author Mircea Cărtărescu wins the International Dublin Literary Award for his novel Solenoid, translated by Sean Cotter
Romanian author Mircea Cărtărescu wins the International Dublin Literary Award for his novel Solenoid, translated by Sean Cotter.
Biden to designate Kenya as major non-NATO ally
U.S. President Joe Biden announced during a state visit by Kenyan President William Ruto that Kenya will be designated a major non-NATO ally, a move recognizing its role in leading a multinational force in Haiti and its contributions to counterterrorism.
Governments of Norway, Ireland, and Spain announce that they will recognise the State of Palestine as a sovereign state beginning on May 28
The governments of Norway, Ireland, and Spain announce that they will recognise the State of Palestine as a sovereign state beginning on May 28, and also call for a two-state solution. In response, Israel recalls its ambassadors to these countries.
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announces that the next general election will be held on 4 July
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announces that the next general election will be held on 4 July.
Israel returns AP broadcasting equipment after seizing it for sharing images with Al Jazeera
The Israeli government reversed its decision to seize Associated Press equipment and suspend its live feed of Gaza, returning the equipment after criticism over media interference. The move followed accusations that AP violated a new media law by supplying images to Al Jazeera.
Singapore Airlines flight makes emergency landing in Bangkok after severe turbulence
A Singapore Airlines flight from London to Singapore made an emergency landing at Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok following severe turbulence over the Bay of Bengal, resulting in one death and 104 injuries.