The Press Junction.
The Press Junction.
26 May 2026
Rotterdam prepares for arrival of 'hantavirus cruise ship'

Rotterdam prepares for arrival of 'hantavirus cruise ship'

The port of Rotterdam is preparing for the arrival of the Dutch cruise ship MV Hondius, which will arrive in the city of Maas on Monday morning. The ship departed from Tenerife earlier this week, where passengers and part of the crew had disembarked, and is now setting sail for the Netherlands.

Authorities warn of blast from whale Timmy

Authorities warn of blast from whale Timmy

In recent weeks, humpback whale Timmy became a household name against his will. Daily updates about his situation and where he was were coming in. Unfortunately, a protracted rescue operation was unsuccessful. The Danish Environmental Protection Agency confirmed Wednesday that the dead specimen that washed ashore on Tuesday off the coast of the Danish island of Anholt is indeed the hotly debated Timmy.

Police shoot escaped tiger: owner is a controversial figure

Police shoot escaped tiger: owner is a controversial figure

"There is no longer a danger to the population," police reported via the German newspaper Bild. Indeed, an adult tiger had escaped in Schkeuditz, Germany, northwest of Leipzig. Police were called and officers shot the animal dead.

Dara, Eurovision winner: "I did a lot of therapy"

Dara, Eurovision winner: "I did a lot of therapy"

Bulgarian singer Dara, who won the Eurovision Song Contest with the catchy song "Bangaranga," spoke extensively and openly about how therapy, journal writing and strict daily mental health routines helped her overcome the doubt and anxiety she felt during the song contest.

Setback for Trump: Senate won't pay for golden ballroom

Setback for Trump: Senate won't pay for golden ballroom

The US Senate is tentatively putting a stop to $400 million in federal security funding for the majestic White House ballroom.

Driver drives into pedestrians in the center of Modena at 100 km/h

Driver drives into pedestrians in the center of Modena at 100 km/h

Complete chaos in the center of Modena, Italy, where a 31-year-old man drove his car into pedestrians at high speed. There were many casualties and the driver did not immediately allow himself to be overpowered.

Greek version of 'Expedition Robinson' shut down: contestant loses part of his leg

Greek version of 'Expedition Robinson' shut down: contestant loses part of his leg

Greek reality program Survivor Greece was temporarily taken off the air after contestant Stavros Floros (21) was seriously injured.

Trump Phone: $59 million raised, not a single device delivered yet

Trump Phone: $59 million raised, not a single device delivered yet

The T1 Phone, the Trump family's smartphone announced with much excitement, has become a financial scandal. Nearly 600,000 Americans paid $100 in advance for the $499 device, but more than a year after the announcement, not a single phone has been delivered. A total of $59 million has already been raised.

Move to Spain beckons for orcas and dolphins of Europe's largest dolphinarium

Move to Spain beckons for orcas and dolphins of Europe's largest dolphinarium

Marineland management reports that it has a possible solution for the transfer of two orcas and 12 dolphins still in the closed zoo. Europe's largest dolphinarium had to close its doors in January 2025. But since then, the animals there have been swimming in circles, trapped in their tiny enclosures and the administrative and political tangle.

FBI pays $200,000 for golden tip toward Monica Witt: "We haven't forgotten about you"

FBI pays $200,000 for golden tip toward Monica Witt: "We haven't forgotten about you"

The FBI has put a $200,000 reward (about 172,000 euros) on Monica Witt's head. At the very least, this reward is waiting for whoever can provide the ultimate tip that would lead to the arrest of the fugitive American military who is believed to have been spying for Iran.