Four killed in Colombian border city as violence spikes ahead of vote
Four people were killed Sunday in the Colombian border city of Cucuta, authorities said, amid a wave of violence just weeks before presidential elections in the South American country. The attack took place around 2am local time (0700 GMT) when two armed men on a motorcycle opened fire on a group a»»»
Al-Shaibani, al-Shaar discuss economic cooperation with Egypt’s Chambers of Commerce
Damascus, May.3 (SANA) Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani and Minister of Economy and Industry Nidal al-Shaar discussed in Cairo with Chairman of the Federation of Egyptian Chambers of Commerce Ahmad al-Wakil ways to enhance economic and trade cooperation between S»»»
Armed men abduct a former minister and junta critic in Mali, his family says
BAMAKO: A former Malian minister and critic of the ruling junta was abducted from his home by armed, hooded men, one of his family members told The Associated Press Sunday, as fallout spreads from a wave of armed attacks against the government in the conflict-battered West African nation. Mountaga »»»
Man Utd beat Liverpool to secure Champions League place
Manchester, United Kingdom: Manchester United secured Champions League football next season as Kobbie Mainoo's strike earned a thrilling 3-2 victory over old rivals Liverpool on Sunday. United were 2-0 up inside 15 minutes through Matheus Cunha and Benjamin Sesko, but imploded after the break to al»»»
Three die on Atlantic cruise ship from suspected hantavirus: WHO
Three people have died on a cruise ship in the Atlantic, the WHO said Sunday, one a confirmed case of hantavirus -- an illness usually transmitted to humans from rodents. The outbreak occurred on the MV Hondius, travelling from Ushuaia in Argentina to Cape Verde. Get updated faster and for FREE: Do»»»
Iran says that U.S. has responded to its peace proposal - UPI.com
The United States on Sunday responded to Iran's latest proposal to end the U.S.-Isreali war there, which has led to tankers like the pictured Indian-flagged carrier unable to transit the Strait of Hormuz. File Photo by Divyakant Solanki/EPA May 3 (UPI) -- Iran said on Sunday that it is reviewing th»»»
'Hot Wheels Speed City' event concludes with over 75,000 visitors
DOHA: Qatar Calendar concluded its Hot Wheels Speed City event, the first of its kind in Qatar, after 34 days of thrilling activities that welcomed over 75,000 visitors.Qatar Tourism confirmed in a statement that this family-oriented event offered a diverse mix of interactive zones, including Spe»»»
Sheikha Hind celebrates a year of achievement and witnesses the largest graduation cohort at Hamad Bin Khalifa University
Doha: Her Excellency Sheikha Hind bint Hamad Al Thani, Vice Chairperson of Qatar Foundation and Chairperson of the Board of Trustees, Hamad Bin Khalifa University, attended the commencement ceremony of Hamad Bin Khalifa University’s Class of 2026. This year's graduation marked a significant milesto»»»
Tourism emerges as key driver of investment and economic activity in Syria
Damascus, May 3 (SANA) Syria’s tourism sector is increasingly positioning itself as a major engine for stimulating markets and attracting investment, amid ongoing economic transformations across the country. The sector is no longer limited to leisure activities but has evolved into an integrated in»»»
Jerusalem Christians worried but not surprised by attack on nun
JERUSALEM: Footage of an attack on a Catholic nun in Jerusalem shocked the world when it went viral this week, but for worshippers attending Sunday mass at Saint Stephen’s Basilica, it was just the latest example of mounting religious hostility. The attack on Tuesday was captured by CCTV and shared»»»
Kimi Antonelli wins the Miami Grand Prix for his third straight F1 victory
MIAMI GARDENS: Kimi Antonelli won the Miami Grand Prix on Sunday for his third consecutive Formula 1 victory as the 19-year-old Mercedes drivers continued to show he’s a legitimate championship contender. Antonelli started from the pole but had a slick start on a damp surface at the Miami Internati»»»
Jerusalem Christians worried but not surprised by attack on nun
JERUSALEM: Footage of an attack on a Catholic nun in Jerusalem shocked the world when it went viral this week, but for worshippers attending Sunday mass at Saint Stephen’s Basilica, it was just the latest example of mounting religious hostility. The attack on Tuesday was captured by CCTV and shared»»»
Evans caps Berlin double-header with victory after Muller wins Saturday thriller
BERLIN: Mitch Evans claimed victory in Sunday’s Berlin E-Prix, the eighth round of the Formula E season, as the Jaguar driver delivered a perfectly timed late charge to win the second race of the double-header at Tempelhof Airport Street Circuit. Evans spent much of the race managing energy outside»»»
MOI inaugurates Traffic Week 2026
Doha: The Traffic Week 2026 kicked off Sunday through a traffic awareness exhibition organized by the Ministry of Interior (MOI), represented by the General Directorate of Traffic, at Place Vendome Mall, with the participation of relevant entities. The event aims to enhance road safety and promote »»»
5 mega projects transforming Dubai
Dubai is rewriting its future in the language of innovation — where the word “impossible” has no place in its urban lexicon. As major global cities pursue expansion, Dubai chooses reinvention. The emirate is witnessing a new construction boom driven by five transformative mega projects that are red»»»
Man Utd beat Liverpool to secure Champions League place
MANCHESTER: Manchester United secured Champions League football next season as Kobbie Mainoo’s strike earned a thrilling 3-2 victory over old rivals Liverpool on Sunday. United were 2-0 up inside 15 minutes through Matheus Cunha and Benjamin Sesko, but imploded after the break to allow Arne Slot’s »»»
Where We Are Going Today: Place Restaurant in Jeddah
During the weekend, a friend invited me to discover a new burger spot, Place, located on Prince Sultan Road in Jeddah. Upon stepping inside, the restaurant gives off a grab-and-go vibe, though there is a dine-in area on the second floor. The interior follows a minimalist style designed in white and»»»
Riyadh governor receives Uzbekistan FM
RIYADH: Riyadh Gov. Prince Faisal bin Bandar received Minister of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan Bakhtiar Saidov in his office at the Al-Hakam Palace on Sunday. During the reception, they exchanged cordial talks and discussed a number of topics of common interest, the Saudi Press Agency said in a re»»»
Saudi project clears 1,009 explosive devices in Yemen
RIYADH: Members of Saudi Arabia’s Masam project removed 1,009 explosive devices from various regions of Yemen last week. These include 928 unexploded ordnances, 78 anti-tank mines, and three anti-personnel mines, according to a recent report. The explosives were planted indiscriminately across the »»»
Hayy Jameel hosts diverse arts, community initiatives in Jeddah
RIYADH: In April, Art Jameel presented a diverse cultural and artistic program at Hayy Jameel, reflecting the vibrancy of Jeddah’s creative scene. The program combined artistic performances, practical training and community initiatives. It strengthened the presence of contemporary arts and deepened»»»
Syrian, Egyptian officials discuss regional security in Cairo
LONDON: Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al-Shaibani and his Egyptian counterpart Badr Abdelatty held official talks in Cairo on Sunday to discuss various aspects of bilateral cooperation. Al-Shaibani and Abdelatty were joined by Syrian Minister of Economy and Industry Nidal Al-Shaar and Egyptian Mini»»»
German fertilizer makers and farmers struggle with Iran war fallout
WITTENBERG: As Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz roils the global economy, one German town has been scrambling to help make up the shortfall in essential supplies of fertilizers. Wittenberg is home to a chemical plant founded in 1915, in the midst of WWI. At that time, the aim was to produce n»»»
Three die after virus outbreak on Atlantic cruise ship
Three die after virus outbreak on Atlantic cruise ship Just nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleTinshui Yeung BBCThe MV Hondius was sailing from Argentina to Cape Verde Three people have died after a suspected virus outbreak on a cruise ship sailing in the Atlantic, the World Health Organization »»»
U.S. hits crude oil export record as war keeps Strait of Hormuz closed - UPI.com
As the price market price of a barrel of oil has increased significantly since the U.S.-Israeli war in Iran started two months ago and Iran blocked the Strait of Hormuz in response, the United States has become the world's biggest exporter of oil. File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo Pr»»»
Troops raid more towns in West Bank
PRISTNA: Israeli forces on Sunday carried out a series of incursions into several towns and villages north of Tulkarm, in the occupied West Bank, including the towns of Saida, Attil, Ellar, and Deir Al-Ghusun. Local sources said the forces stormed and searched dozens of homes, damaging contents and»»»
Monterra Developments launches EGP 25bn Monterra Bay in Egyptian-Russian partnership
Monterra Developments has entered Egypt’s real estate market through an Egyptian-Russian partnership, launching its first project, Monterra Bay, on the North Coast with investments estimated at EGP 25bn. CEO Mohamed Maamoun said the partnership combines financial investment with technical expertise»»»
Egypt, Syria discuss boosting bilateral ties, reject Israeli violations
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al-Shaibani discussed strengthening bilateral ties and coordinating on regional developments during talks in Cairo, with Egypt reaffirming support for Syria’s unity and rejecting Israeli violations of its sovereignty. In a s»»»
K Developments launches EGP 1.5bn Palencia Plaza in Shorouk City
K Developments has launched Palencia Plaza, a mixed-use project in Shorouk City, east Cairo, with investments estimated at EGP 1.5bn. The development forms part of the company’s expansion strategy in commercial, administrative, and medical real estate. Chairperson Omar El-Fayoumi said the project r»»»
Arady Misr commences AI-powered ‘Masri’ for Egypt’s land market analysis
Arady Misr for Planning and Project Management has announced the launch of “Masri”, an artificial intelligence agent designed to organize and analyze Egypt’s land market. According to the company, the system aims to move the market away from fragmented information and individual assessments toward »»»
Trump casts doubt on Iran proposal despite renewed push to end conflict
US President Donald Trump said he will review Iran’s latest proposal to end the war but voiced strong scepticism over its prospects, signalling that significant differences remain despite renewed diplomatic efforts to contain the escalating regional conflict. Speaking to reporters in Florida, Trump»»»
Egypt’s economic trajectory reassuring and balanced, finance minister says
Egypt’s economic trajectory is “reassuring” and maintains a strict balance between stimulating production and exports while ensuring fiscal discipline, Minister of Finance Ahmed Kouchouk said. Speaking at a new round of the Egyptian-European economic dialogue in Cairo, Kouchouk said the government »»»
Livingyards unveils EGP 30bn portfolio, eyes revenues above EGP 50bn
Livingyards has announced that the total investment value of its project portfolio has exceeded EGP 30bn, with targeted revenues projected to surpass EGP 50bn in the coming years. As part of its growth strategy, the company appointed Abdullah Lotfy as Managing Director to strengthen operations and »»»
Sovereign Fund of Egypt selects EFG Hermes to manage 20% Misr Life Insurance stake sale
The Sovereign Fund of Egypt has selected investment bank EFG Hermes to manage the offering of an approximate 20% stake in state-owned Misr Life Insurance on the Egyptian Exchange. The target date for executing the offering is before the end of the second half of this year, according to estimates fr»»»
Al-Sisi reaffirms Egypt’s support for African Development Bank
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi reaffirmed Egypt’s full support for the African Development Bank Group (AfDB), stressing its crucial role in financing development and infrastructure projects across Africa amid growing economic and geopolitical challenges. In a statement, Egypt’s presidency »»»
Indian expat wins Dh25 million in Big Ticket draw
Big Ticket’s latest live draw delivered another memorable night and brought moments of celebration, with one participant walking away with the Dh25 million grand prize, while another celebrated a luxury car win. Abdul Rasheed Allipra Valappil Abdu, who won Dh25 million, is a 48-year-old driver from»»»
Home is where values begin: Sharjah Police act
Sharjah : Marking the UAE’s year of the family, Sharjah Police have launched a month-long community awareness campaign titled “Awareness Begins at Home,” placing families at the centre of efforts to build responsible, value-driven generations. The initiative, led by the Security Media Department at»»»
Islamic Resistance fighters targeted at 19:30 on Sunday 03-05-2026 a command headquarters belonging to the “Israeli” enemy army in Al-Bayyada town with a rocket barrage: statement 9 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Mansoor bin Mohammed crowns champions of the Vice President’s Jiu-Jitsu Cup
Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of the UAE Olympic Committee, has crowned winners of the Vice President’s Jiu-Jitsu Cup championship, which was held over two days at Shabab Al Ahli Club in Dubai with broad participation from clubs and academies from across the UAE. The »»»
QSE-listed companies post QR12.76 billion in net profits for Q1 2026
Doha: Net profits of companies listed on the Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) fell by 3.29% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026 to QR 12.76 billion, compared with QR 13.19 billion in the same period of 2025. In a statement published on its website on Sunday, QSE said firms listed on its main market»»»
Sinner dismantles Zverev to win Madrid Open, set record
Madrid: World number one Jannik Sinner dispatched Alexander Zverev 6-1, 6-2 on Sunday to win the Madrid Open for the first time. The Italian claimed a record fifth consecutive Masters 1000 title and stretched his winning streak to 23 matches with a superb display in the Spanish capital. Only greats»»»
5.0-magnitude quake hits 190 km west of Neiafu, Tonga: USGS
Beijing: An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.0 jolted 190 km west of Neiafu, Tonga at 1636 GMT on Sunday, the US Geological Survey said. The epicenter, with a depth of 292.3 km, was initially determined to be at 18.54 degrees south latitude and 175.78 degrees west longitude.»»»
Islamic Resistance fighters targeted at 17:40 on Sunday 03-05-2026 a gathering of “Israeli” enemy army vehicles and soldiers in Al-Qantara town square with a rocket barrage: statement 7 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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No: 82, 3 May 2026, Regarding the Visit of H.E. Shaikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kuwait, to Türkiye
H.E. Shaikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kuwait, will pay a visit to Türkiye on 4 May 2026.»»»
AC Milan slip at Sassuolo to surrender slim Serie A title hopes
Rome: AC Milan relinquished their last, slim, hope of catching Inter at the top of the Seie A table as they subsided 2-0 on Sunday at mid-table Sassuolo. Inter Milan can clinch a 21st title should they win or draw against Parma later this evening. Should Inter lose, only second-placed Napoli, nine »»»
Islamic Resistance fighters targeted a modern surveillance camera at a Zionist command headquarters in the town of Al-Bayyada with a coordinated attack and achieved a confirmed hit: statement 5 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Islamic Resistance fighters targeted a Namera vehicle carrying a command crew of the Israeli enemy army in the town of Al-Bayyada with a swoop attack and achieved a confirmed hit: statement 6 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Madbouly inspects offshore rig after major Mediterranean gas discovery
Egypt’s Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly inspected the offshore drilling rig Al-Qaher 2 in the Mediterranean Sea following the successful drilling of the Dennis West 1X exploratory well in the Temsah concession area off the coast of Port Said. According to the Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resou»»»
TLD launches Westrict mixed-use project in Sheikh Zayed with Marriott partnership
TLD has announced the launch of Westrict, a new mixed-use development in Sheikh Zayed, which will include a Tribute Portfolio Hotel & Residences in partnership with Marriott International. The project is strategically located along the Cairo-Alexandria Desert Road within a rapidly expanding develop»»»
Egypt targets $99bn in non-oil exports by 2030
Egypt is ramping up efforts to significantly expand its export base, with a strategic target of increasing non-oil exports to $99bn by 2030, Minister of Industry Khaled Hashem announced. Speaking at the launch of a new digital platform for automating environmental verification and conformity assess»»»
Investment minister launches digital portal for Export, Import Control Authority services
Mohamed Farid, Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade, on Sunday launched a new electronic portal and automated system for services provided by the Environmental Verification and Authentication Unit and specialised conformity units at the General Organization for Export and Import Control (GOEIC)»»»