Sanad, a global aerospace engineering and leasing solutions leader, a subsidiary of Mubadala Investment Company, has announced that it will invest Dh480 million to establish an advanced aircraft engine component repair facility in Al Ain, as part of efforts to expand its global maintenance, repair »»»

JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia’s ports handled over 14.53 million tonnes of cargo in April, down 34.58 percent from more than 22.2 million tonnes in the same month of 2025. General cargo amounted to 514,243 tonnes, with dry bulk cargo reaching 2,815,001 tonnes, according to a statement by the General Authori»»»

On May 11, 1997, IBM's Deep Blue defeated Garry Kasparov in a six-game rematch in New York. 1 of 4 | World Champion Chess champion Garry Kasparov plays against IBM's Deep Blue computer at the Association for Computing Chess Challenge on February 11, 1996, in Philadelphia. On May 11, 1997, Kasparov »»»

The International Exhibition for National Security and Resilience (ISNR) returns for its ninth edition, under the patronage of Lieutenant General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior. The biennial event will be held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Cen»»»

Granadilla de Abona, Spain: The operation to repatriate passengers of the cruise ship at the centre of a deadly hantavirus outbreak continued into Monday, as US officials said an American had tested positive for the virus. The operation evacuated 94 people of 19 different nationalities on Sunday, S»»»

MANILA: Lawmakers in the Philippines are set to vote on Monday on whether to impeach Vice President Sara Duterte, in what could create a major hurdle for her bid to run for the presidency in 2028. A house justice committee last month found probable cause for her impeachment in a petition from activ»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hebrew media reports an Israeli military helicopter landed at Beilinson Hospital in Tel Aviv 11-05-2026 09:50 AM Latest News Urgent News Is»»»

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Clothes seller Lata Solanki used to face a devastating choice when India's summer heat hit dangerous levels: risk her health going door-to-door for sales, or lose her income? But now the 42-year-old is part of an insurance scheme that pays out when temperatures hit a threshold, so she can stay home»»»

The Electoral Committee of the Kyrgyz Football Union (KFU) has approved candidates for leadership positions within the organization. The elections will be held on May 12 during the KFU Congress. Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev has been nominated for the position of the KFU P»»»

Dubai’s outdoor season doesn’t last forever and right now it's in that final stretch before the city shifts indoors for the summer. The weather is still just about holding up for sunset walks, picnics, playground stops and last-minute outdoor plans that don’t immediately feel like a mistake. But it»»»

Connection to sewerage systems remains very low across large areas of Moldavia, Oltenia and southern Muntenia, with "systemic gaps" persisting in terms of basic infrastructure, according to a report on the efficiency of central and local public administration prepared by the Prime Minister's Chance»»»

Romania is present between 7 and 10 May at the 22nd edition of the Thessaloniki International Book Fair, one of the most important publishing events in South East Europe. The participation aims to promote contemporary Romanian literature, strengthen Romanian-Greek cultural dialogue and develop publ»»»

The public administration in Romania remains fragmented, oversized and inefficient in relation to results, whereas public funds are distributed unfairly, according to the Report on the Analysis of the Efficiency of Central and Local Public Administration, prepared by the Prime Minister's Chanceller»»»

A 10% increase in petrol and diesel prices could lead to a rise of approximately 0.5 percentage points in the Consumer Price Index (CPI), according to the president of the National Institute of Statistics (INS), Tudorel Andrei, in the analysis 'Important Aspects in Assessing the Consumer Price Inde»»»

The national currency appreciated on Friday against the euro, which was quoted by the National Bank of Romania (BNR) at 5.2364 lei, down 2.97 bani (-0.56%) from the previous rate of 5.2661 lei. The value of the leu also rose against the dollar, with the U.S. currency quoted at 4.4493 lei, down 2.34»»»

The Bucharest Stock Exchange closed Friday's session higher, with the total value of transactions reaching 114.9 million lei (21.9 million euros).The main index of the Bucharest Stock Exchange, BET, which includes the 20 most traded companies listed on the Regulated Market, appreciated by 1.21%, up»»»

The subsidized state-owned companies, especially with huge losses require monitoring, recovery or restructuring mechanisms, shows a report made by the Prime minister’s Office.The report on public administration efficiency was prepared last year, based on official data available at the time of draft»»»

Romania's borrowing costs started to decline, following positive international signals on easing tensions in the Middle East, interim Finance Minister Alexandru Nazare announced on Friday."A good news in the current geopolitical context, amid positive signals at international level regarding the re»»»

The authorities in the Republic of Moldova have decided to introduce taxes and duties for economic operators in the separatist region of Transnistria from 1 July, Moldovan Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration Valeriu Chiveri announced in an interview with AGERPRES Romanian National News Agency.T»»»

The Chief of the Defense Staff (SMap), General Gheorghita Vlad, and the Chairman of the NATO Military Committee, Admiral Giuseppe Cavo Dragone, visited, on Friday, the Multinational Corps South-East Command (HQ MNC-SE) in Sibiu and the "Getica" National Joint Training Center in Cincu.According to a»»»

Chair of the Save Romania Union (USR) Dominic Fritz said on Friday that his party will no longer enter a governing majority alongside the Social Democratic Party Romania (PSD), accusing the latter of abandoning a pro-European reform path after forming a parliamentary majority with Alliance for the »»»

The Permanent Electoral Authority (AEP) announced on Friday that it transferred state budget subsidies totalling 15,469,985 lei to eight political parties in May.According to an AEP press release, the Social Democratic Party Romania (PSD) received 5,132,812 lei, the Alliance for the Union of Romani»»»

Romania has often been weak in discussions within the European Union (EU) and has often failed to defend its objectives coherently, but saying that Romanian leaders go to European leaders to receive orders is merely a slogan that distracts from the real debate, President Nicusor Dan said.He stresse»»»

The U.S. Undersecretary of State for Arms Control and International Security, Thomas G. DiNanno, represents the US at the B9 Summit, which will take place on Wednesday in Bucharest, at the Cotroceni Palace, informs the Embassy of the United States of America in Romania.According to the cited source»»»

President Nicusor Dan will host the Bucharest Nine (B9) and Nordic Countries Summit on Wednesday at the Cotroceni Palace, attended by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, along with presidents and ministers.The event will be co-chaired by the President of Romania and the President of the Republic of »»»

Doha, Qatar: The assembly hall at Loyola International School’s Oasis Campus fell respectfully silent as badge met blazer and sash met shoulder, the school’s much anticipated investiture ceremony unfolded with characteristic grandeur on May 7, 2026, formally conferring office upon the newly elected»»»

SINGAPORE: Oil prices rallied on Monday, a day after President Donald Trump said Iran’s response to a US proposal was “unacceptable,” raising supply fears as the Strait of Hormuz stayed largely closed, which kept the global market tight. Brent crude ​futures climbed $4.04 or 3.99 percent to $105.33»»»

THE HAGUE: An artwork plundered by the Nazis from the world-famous Goudstikker collection has surfaced in the family of a notorious SS collaborator in the Netherlands, Dutch art detective Arthur Brand told AFP Monday. “Portrait of a Young Girl,” by Dutch artist Toon Kelder, had likely been hanging »»»

Researchers have made the ground shake in southern Switzerland, triggering thousands of tiny earthquakes in a monitored setting, as they seek to discover seismicity insights that could reduce risks. “It was a success!” said Domenico Giardini, one of the lead researchers on the project, as he inspec»»»

Dubai: Imagine saving up for years, perhaps decades, for a single journey. You pack your bags, say goodbye to your loved ones, and travel thousands of miles to a place you have only ever seen in pictures or dreamed about at night. That is what Hajj means to a Muslim. It is not a holiday or a touris»»»

Three new road maintenance stations will be opened on Balykchy — Jalal-Abad road, part of the North — South road project. According to the Ministry of Transport, the facilities will be built at the 107th, 261st, and 358th kilometers of the road. Construction has already begun in Kyzart and Suzak di»»»

Abu Dhabi: ADX-listed ADNOC Drilling announced Monday that regional had no material operational or financial impact on its business during the first quarter of 2026, as the company reported its strongest first-quarter performance on record. The Abu Dhabi-listed drilling company said continuity plan»»»

Minister of Environment and Climate Change H E Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie met yesterday with Ambassador of the Republic of Tajikistan to the State of Qatar H E Nurmurod Mahmadali. During the meeting, they discussed bilateral relations and prospects for cooperation, and ways to e»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Academic Bridge Programme (ABP), part of Qatar Foundation’s (QF) Pre-University Education (PUE), celebrated the graduation of the Class of 2026 under the theme “A Pathway to Excellence”, during a ceremony that took place at Multaqa (Education City Student Center). The Class of 2026»»»

Doha, Qatar: Lacaro Du Croate, the talented five-year-old mare, claimed a major victory by winning the Gr.1 (PA) The President of the UAE Cup – Coupe d’Europe des Chevaux Arabes over 2000m at ParisLongchamp yesterday. The race was for 4-year-old and older Purebred Arabians. Trained by Xavier Thomas»»»

Body of US soldier who went missing in Morocco has been found and identified 10 hours agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleGrace Eliza Goodwin US Army Europe and AfricaOne of two US soldiers who went missing off the coast of Morocco has been identified as First Lieutenant Kendrick Lamont Key Jr Th»»»

Doha, Qatar: Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC) has announced the launch of Ophthalmology Services at Al Waab Health Center, effective Wednesday, May 6, 2026, as part of its ongoing efforts to expand specialised clinic services available to patients across the country. With the addition of the »»»

Doha, Qatar: Rider Juan Carlos Garcia clinched the Diamond Tour title as the 13th round of the Longines Hathab Qatar Equestrian Tour concluded at the Qatar Equestrian Federation Outdoor Arena on Saturday night. Partnering with Oliver Twist Vd Berghoeve, Garcia produced the fastest round, clocking 6»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Central Bank’s (QCB) international reserves and foreign currency liquidity rose by 1.90 percent on a yearly basis in April, reaching QR262.026bn, compared with QR257.129bn in the same period of 2025. Data released by QCB showed that the bank’s official international reserves incr»»»

Doha, Qatar: Project Qatar 2026 is set to return for its 22nd edition from June 9 to 11, 2026 at Doha Exhibition and Convention Center, reaffirming its position as the country’s leading exhibition for building materials, construction equipment, and innovative technologies. IFP Qatar announced the c»»»

Doha, Qatar: First Vice Chairman of Qatar Chamber (QC) Mohamed bin Ahmed bin Twar Al Kuwari received yesterday at the Chamber’s headquarters, H E Andrii Kuzmenko, Ambassador of Ukraine to the State of Qatar, in the presence of Dmytro Khodorovskyi, Head of the Trade Mission at the Embassy. The meeti»»»

A patient from the MV Hondius cruise ship, which is battling a hantavirus outbreak, has tested positive for the disease, a hospital in the Netherlands confirmed on Thursday. "It has been confirmed that the admitted patient has hantavirus. The patient has been informed and has given permission to sh»»»

China’s latest major infrastructure project, the Pinglu Canal in Guangxi in the south of the country, is being described by local sources and in online forums in sweeping terms - a transformative trade route of sorts. The reality is a tad more prosaic, but still economically significant. »»»

China’s latest major infrastructure project, the Pinglu Canal in Guangxi in the south of the country, is being described by local sources and in online forums in sweeping terms - a transformative trade route of sorts. The reality is a tad more prosaic, but still economically significant. »»»

China’s latest major infrastructure project, the Pinglu Canal in Guangxi in the south of the country, is being described by local sources and in online forums in sweeping terms - a transformative trade route of sorts. The reality is a tad more prosaic, but still economically significant. »»»

Doha, Qatar: Sport enthusiasts in the Gulf region will be in for a treat from today when the 4th edition of the GCC Games, Doha 2026, officially get underway with the participation of over 1,000 athletes from the six member nations. Qatar will field a 300-strong contingent at the prestigious multi-»»»

Doha, Qatar: With the domestic season ending following Saturday’s Amir Cup final, Qatar’s players will now shift focus to the final phase of preparations for the FIFA World Cup, which kicks off next month. Qatar head coach Julen Lopetegui expressed confidence that Al Annabi have enough time to prep»»»