Blanco performs live in Napoli, Italy

On the morning of 6th of May, the day before the Scottish parliamentary elections, First Minister of Scotland John Swinney visits Hamilton in South Lanarkshire, the constituency of SNP candidate Alex Kerr to kick off the final day of campaigning by meeting potential voters and owners of local businesses.

Photo illustrations in Germany - 13 Apr 2026

Pope Leo XIV’s Wednesday General Audience in Vatican

Brand stores are located in the shopping mall, in Changzhou, China.

Defence24 Days exhibition of military equipment and vehicles, as well as conferences at the PGE Narodowy stadium were held from May 6–7, 2026. This event is Central and Eastern Europe's largest conference dedicated to defense and security. It is accompanied by the 2nd Polish Armed Forces and Defense Industry Exhibition, showcasing the rapid modernization of the Polish Army and domestic defense innovations in response to security challenges on NATO's eastern flank.

Campaign group Fossil Free London held a protest outside Shell’s headquarters in central London on 6th May 2026, just before the company announced its quarterly profits. Two activists stood beside a mock fossil fuel pump marked “Oil Profit$$$ for Oil Boss$$es,” while others, dressed as corporate executives, poured red liquid—symbolising blood—over a further two activists dressed in white. The demonstrators also carried fake money, and banners which read: “Shell Profits Blood Money.”

Local Council Elections Polling Station Signs in London, UK

Across the Barind region’s uneven highlands and lowlands, a severe drought grips the land, heatwaves intensify, rains fail, and groundwater declines. With parts of the region declared water-stressed in 2025, farming grows more uncertain. Indigenous Santal farmers continue cultivating and harvesting each year, sustaining their agricultural traditions.

EasyJet plane arrives at Marseille Provence Airport, France.

Daily life in Moscow in few days before Victory Day

A collection of illustrative photographs made before the Scottish Parliamentary elections. On the 7th May 2026, voters in Scotland will choose their next government in an election that is being seen as the firing of a starting pistol for a renewed push for Scottish Independence. Current polls show the Independence-supporting parties, the SNP and the Greens will form a majority bloc. In the event of their victory, the SNP state that on day one, they will table a motion to schedule a future independence referendum.

The People’s Party has formally launched Chaiwat Sthavornvijit, also known as Joe, as its candidate for Bangkok governor, outlining a campaign focused on welfare expansion, lowering living costs, support for small businesses and anti-corruption.

Junior Mixed Doubles Curling World Championship gets underway in Edmonton

The rehearsal of parade units on foot took place on Palace Square in St. Petersburg in preparation for the 81st anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. Units of the Leningrad Military District, cadets from military academies, and representatives of law enforcement agencies participated in the training. The specialists practiced their marching skills and drill techniques accompanied by a combined military orchestra. On May 9, 1945 (Moscow time), the Act of Unconditional Surrender of Germany came into force. For city residents, this date is inextricably linked with the heroism of the Leningraders who survived the siege.

Blanco performs live in Eboli, Italy

The Liberation Parade reunites veterans and military successors to pay tribute to all those who gave their lives during WWII and to international military cooperation.

Manipulation world premiere in Rome, Italy

Demonstration for the freedom of Global Sumud Flotilla activists Saif Abu Keshek and Thiago Ávila in Madrid, Spain - 5 May 2026

Keir Starmer, Prime Minister, host summit to tackle anti semiitism at 10 Downing Street London UK

Photo illustrations in China - 05 May 2026

FC Internazionale Vs Parma Calcio 1913 in Milan, Italy

President Sergio Mattarella hosts the 2026 David di Donatello candidates at the Quirinale Palace in Rome, Italy - 5 May 2026

Released Palestinian prisoners reported suffering from malnutrition, and some are living in harsh conditions inside Israeli detention centers.

Italian Absolute Indoor Open Diving Championships Women's 1m Springboard - Preliminaries in Turin, Italy.

Italian Absolute Indoor Open Diving Championships Women's 1m Springboard - Finals in Turin, Italy.

Italian Absolute Indoor Open Diving Championships Men's 3m Springboard - Finals in Turin, Italy.

Italian singer Tommaso Paradiso, performs live at Palapartenope in Napoli with his tour Palasport Tour 2026

Final score; Rennes 2:1 Angers.

Absolute Indoor Open Diving Championships Women's 3m Springboard - Finals in Turin, Italy - 24 APRIL 2026

Absolute Indoor Open Diving Championships Women's 3m Springboard - Preliminaries in Turin

Absolute Indoor Open Diving Championships Women's 3m Springboard - Finals in Turin, Italy - 24 APRIL 2026.

Over the May Bank holiday weekend 2026, the Irish hip hop group Kneecap unveiled a billboard on Cable Street in East London criticising the UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. The artwork was in response to comments made by the Labour leader about the band’s live performances, including at Glastonbury. Some statements by band members had previously led to police investigations and court appearances, where individuals were cleared of any offences.

Absolute Indoor Open Diving Championships Men's 1m Springboard - Finals in Turin, Italy - 24 APRIL 2026.

Absolute Indoor Open Diving Championships Men's 1m Springboard - Finals in Turin, Italy.

Mein Schiff 1 seen arriving at the French Mediterranean port in Marseille, France.

Strawberry harvesting in Kashmir, India.

Photo illustration in Germany.

McDonalds Expected to Report Quarterly Earnings This Week in Pasadena

Annalisa performs live at Palapatyenope in Naples

The annual peak bloom attracts thousands of residents and tourists to the park's historic grove, marking a signature event in the city's spring calendar.