Accessible buses added, barriers remain
A total of 12 actions with a budget of €1.47 billion are being launched to support people with disabilities, including accessibility interventions and housing measures, with an estimated 100,000 citizens expected to benefit. Yet significant barriers remain in daily life. Accessible buses with ramps»»»
2 killed and 3 injured in shootings near a shopping mall north of Dallas
CARROLLTON, Texas: A man shot five people in Texas on Tuesday, killing two, at a shopping mall north of Dallas, police said. Carrollton Chief Roberto Arredondo said it was not a random act of gunfire and that the victims knew the attacker, who was later arrested after a short chase on foot. “We don»»»
Ten hurt in fire at shopping center west of Tehran, Iranian media says
At least 10 people were hurt after a fire broke out in a shopping center west of Tehran, Iranian media reported on Tuesday. Iran’s state broadcaster IRIB cited the fire department as saying that the fire had been “largely contained.” The cause of the incident remains unknown, the semi-offic»»»
DOJ subpoenas names and info on Fulton County election workers - UPI.com
Workers with the Fulton County Department of Registration & Elections process absentee ballots at the county's new Elections Hub and Operations Center in Union City, Ga., in November 2024. The Department of Justice issued a subpoena asking for the names and information of all election workers in Fu»»»
Kuwait’s Crown Prince receives GCC secretary general
KUWAIT CITY: The GCC’s Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Al-Budaiwi was received by Kuwait’s Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah at the Bayan Palace in Kuwait on Tuesday. According to a statement by the general secretariat, a number of topics related to joint Gulf action were reviewed »»»
Kuwait’s Crown Prince receives GCC secretary general
KUWAIT CITY: The GCC’s Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Al-Budaiwi was received by Kuwait’s Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah at the Bayan Palace in Kuwait on Tuesday. According to a statement by the general secretariat, a number of topics related to joint Gulf action were reviewed »»»
Where We Are Going Today: ‘Habteen shawarma’ in Riyadh
While visiting a friend in Riyadh, we faced a familiar question: what should we have for dinner? Even though we often see many tempting restaurants on social media, choosing what to eat is not always easy. After some discussion, we decided on a favorite for many: shawarma. We headed to Habteen and »»»
Syrian authorities foil Hezbollah plot to assassinate government officials
LONDON: Syrian authorities on Tuesday arrested several people with links to Iran-backed Hezbollah suspected of planning to carry out assassinations in the country. The Interior Ministry said that it had dealt a “preemptive and decisive blow” to a plot linked to Hezbollah after launching operations »»»
Despite anti-war stance, UK PM faces loss in polls
British voters head to the polls Thursday for local elections set to pile more misery on unpopular Labour Prime Minister Keir Starmer and cement the rise of right- and left-wing parties. Millions of people are eligible to cast ballots across Scotland, England and Wales, in Starmer’s biggest ballot-»»»
U.S. revokes visas of Costa Rican newspaper board - UPI.com
May 5 (UPI) -- The United States has revoked tourist visas for five of the seven board members of La Nación, Costa Rica's leading newspaper, in a move described by local groups as unprecedented and raising concerns about press freedom. The decision, confirmed by the company in a statement Saturday,»»»
Your belongings matter: Sharjah Police step up safety drive
Sharjah: Sharjah is stepping up efforts to protect residents and their property with a new, high-impact awareness campaign. The General Command of Sharjah Police, in partnership with the Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority, has launched “Your Belongings Are Your Responsibility,” an initiat»»»
UPDATE 2-Ten hurt in fire at shopping center west of Tehran, Iranian media says
At least 10 people were hurt after a fire broke out in a shopping center west of Tehran, Iranian media reported on Tuesday.Iran’s state broadcaster IRIB cited the fire department as saying that the fire had been “largely contained.” The cause of the incident remains unknown, the semi-offici»»»
Orlen Upstream Norway begins operating in Eirin field in North Sea
Orlen and Equinor have started gas production from the Eirin field in the North Sea. At peak, the field will supply Orlen with about 270 million cubic meters of gas annually, strengthening energy security for Poland and Europe. The gas is already being transported to Poland. Eirin holds about 3 bln»»»
23 Chadian soldiers killed in Boko Haram attack
N'Djamena: Chad's army said militants from Boko Haram attacked a military base in the country's west, killing at least 23 soldiers and wounding 26. In a statement, the army said it repelled the assault, which occurred overnight in the Lake Chad region, adding that clearance operations are ongoing. »»»
Diet Coke parties are thrown as Middle East war disrupts supplies
NEW DELHI: “Diet Coke parties” are in vogue across India as restaurants tap into a social media frenzy sparked by a shortage of the cola linked to the Iran war. Unlike most other markets, Diet Coke is sold only in cans in India, making the Coca-Cola beverage more vulnerable to supply chain disrupt»»»
Loose dog joins runners in Indianapolis mini-marathon - UPI.com
May 5 (UPI) -- An athletic dog joined human runners in an Indianapolis mini-marathon and police are now trying to find the fleet-footed fido's owner. The Indianapolis Police Department shared body camera footage to social media showing officers who were observing Saturday's 500 Festival Mini-Marath»»»
The UAE leads a balanced and strategically responsible approach to smart armament
Amid the rapid transformations shaping the world — alongside growing geopolitical complexities and escalating security challenges in the region — the UAE has emerged as a model in adopting a balanced and well-considered approach to smart armament. This approach is rooted in leveraging advanced tech»»»
Egypt’s transit trade grows 35% in first quarter of 2026, finance minister says
Egypt’s transit trade volume increased by 35% in the first quarter of 2026 compared to the same period last year, Finance Minister Ahmed Kouchouk said, as the government prepares to introduce new facilities to further boost the sector. Speaking at a logistics conference organised by the German-Arab»»»
Egypt opens first premium tax services centre in New Cairo to simplify investor procedures
Egypt opened its first premium tax services centre in New Cairo on Tuesday evening, marking the start of a nationwide rollout aimed at simplifying procedures for investors and widening the country’s tax base. Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly inaugurated the facility at the SODIC administrative centr»»»
Monoprix Ventures into Egypt: A New Dawn for Retail in 2025
In a strategic move poised to transform Egypt’s retail landscape, French retail giant Monoprix has announced its ambitious plans to enter the Egyptian market in 2025. This expansion marks a significant milestone in Monoprix’s international growth strategy and is set to bring a wave of economic bene»»»
Russia announces Victory Day concert in Vienna amid espionage row
A Victory Day concert is set to take place in central Vienna on May 9, the Russian Embassy in Austria has announced. The event next to the Soviet War Memorial at Schwarzenbergplatz will feature performances by musicians and members of the Russian community in Austria, according to the embassy. The »»»
Starmer flags ‘tension’ in Western blocs
Ties within Western blocs are becoming increasingly strained, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has admitted, after he sparred with US President Donald Trump over the Iran war on several occasions. Starmer made the remarks at the European Political Community (EPC) summit in Yerevan, Armenia, on Monday»»»
Teenager held over phone scam targeting elderly couple
A teenager has been arrested in the outskirts of Athens on suspicion of defrauding an elderly couple out of jewellery and gold coins worth thousands of euros using a common phone scam, authorities said Tuesday. A police statement said the 19-year-old suspect was arrested Saturday in Zefyri, on the »»»
U.S. government to test AI models, expand oversight - UPI.com
U.S. President Donald J. Trump takes part in a signing ceremony on artificial intelligence in 2025 in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, D.C. The United States is moving toward more oversight for AI models before release. File Photo by Shawn Thew/UPI | License Photo May 5 (UPI) -- Th»»»
Director-General of Electricity and Renewable Energy at Industry Ministry dismissed from office (JORT)
Tunis, May 5 (TAP) - Belhassen Chiboub, Director-General of Electricity and Renewable Energy at the Ministry of Industry, Mines and Energy, has been dismissed from office by virtue of a decree published on Tuesday in the Official Gazette of the...»»»
Ashghal completes 47 pedestrian crossings
Doha, Qatar: The Public Works Authority (Ashghal) announced the completion of 47 pedestrian bridges and tunnels across Qatar to enhance road safety and ease pedestrian movement. In a post on X, Ashghal said the projects were carried out in coordination with the Ministry of Transport and span key co»»»
Sharjah attracts Dh3.5b in industrial investment
Industrial investment into Sharjah has surpassed Dh3.51 billion across 99 projects in the past five years, including Dh1.6 billion from 31 projects in 2025, according to fDi Markets data from the Financial Times. The figures were announced by Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah) at Make it in the»»»
Israel army chief says ready to 'respond with force' if attacked by Iran
Israel's military chief Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir said on Tuesday that the army was prepared to respond "with force" to any attack by Iran. "The IDF (army) remains on high alert across all fronts. We are closely monitoring developments in the Persian Gulf and are prepared to respond with force »»»
Iran's renewed UAE attacks draw new reality in the Gulf
Hours after the UAE's top oil executive said the country had "emerged stronger" from war and as thousands attended an Abu Dhabi summit to boost the local economy, phones across the country were alerting that missiles were incoming. The first attacks since a truce came into effect last month were a »»»
Lawyers Without Borders Tunisia receives order to suspend its activities
Tunis, May 5 (TAP) - The Lawyers Without Borders (ASF) organisation in Tunisia announced on Tuesday that it had received an order to suspend its activities. In a statement addressed to the national, regional and international public, the...»»»
Dubai: Al Mamzar Beach reopens with night swimming, floating walkway and water sport activities
UAE residents now have a brand-new and significantly upgraded beach to enjoy this summer. Al Mamzar Beach is officially open to the public and has transformed the destination, introducing a night beach, water sports facilities, padel courts, a floating walkway, playgrounds, and new cycling and runn»»»
Police officer tells of operation to retrieve human remains from crocodile
Police officer tells of operation to retrieve human remains from crocodile 13 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleMayeni JonesAfrica correspondent, Johannesburg Johan Potgieter A police officer has recalled the moment he was lowered from a helicopter into a crocodile-infested river in Sou»»»
PSG 'not here to defend' against Bayern, says Luis Enrique
Munich, Germany: Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique said his side's one-goal first leg lead meant "nothing" ahead of Wednesday's second Champions League semi-final at Bayern Munich. Defending champions PSG won 5-4 in an astonishing opening leg, having conceded first and at one point held a 5-2 »»»
Iran Guards vow ‘firm response’ if ships diverge from Hormuz corridor
TEHRAN: Iran’s Revolutionary Guards warned on Tuesday that they would respond firmly to any ships that diverge from the Islamic republic’s approved route through the Strait of Hormuz. “We warn all vessels planning to transit the Strait of Hormuz that the only safe passage is the corridor previously»»»
One man killed in shooting at Philadelphia bar - UPI.com
Philadelphia's Kenneth Singleton was shot seven times in a local bar and died Monday night. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo May 5 (UPI) -- A man died Monday after he was shot seven times at a Philadelphia bar, and police have not made an arrest in the shooting. Around 11:30 p.m., poli»»»
Changes in the Tax System
President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi issued a decree lowering the top tax rate on companies and individuals from 25 per cent to 22.5 per cent. The decree also suspended a 10 per cent capital gains tax for two years as of August 2015. According to the decree the highest taxable income bracket was reduced »»»
Three American companies looking to expand operations in Tunisia, says ambassador
Tunis, May 5 (TAP) - Three American companies are looking to expand their operations in Tunisia, US Ambassador to Tunisia Bill Bazzi said on Tuesday as he met Speaker of the Assembly of People's Representatives (ARP) Brahim Bouderbala The United...»»»
Arab News wins eight Awards of Excellence at SND’s 47th Annual Creative Competition
LONDON: Arab News has won eight Awards of Excellence at the Society of News Design’s 47th Annual Creative Competition, extending its total international creative award tally to 171 since the newspaper’s relaunch in 2018. Founded in 1979 in the US as the Society of Newspaper Design, the Society of N»»»
Major publishers sue Meta for copyright infringement over AI training
LONDON: Publishers Elsevier, Cengage, Hachette , Macmillan and McGraw Hill sued Meta Platforms in Manhattan federal court on Tuesday, alleging that the tech giant misused their books and journal articles to train its artificial intelligence model Llama. The publishers, as well as author Scott Turo»»»
Fifty years of unity: Sharjah Police chief salutes Armed Forces
Sharjah: The 50th anniversary of the unification of the UAE Armed Forces, observed on May 6, stands as a defining milestone in the nation’s journey of unity, strength and stability, according to Major General Abdullah Mubarak bin Amer, Commander-in-Chief of Sharjah Police. In a statement marking th»»»
First Etihad Rail passenger station unveiled in Fujairah
Fujairah: His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Ruler of Fujairah, Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, and Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of Etihad Rail, have visited Fujairah passenger station, the first completed passeng»»»
Islamic Resistance fighters targeted at 15:35 on Tuesday 05-05-2026 the newly established artillery bunker belonging to the “Israeli” enemy army in Rab Thalathin town with a swarm of loitering drones: statement 15 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Resistance fighters targeted at 15:35 on Tuesday 05-05-2026 the newly established artillery bunker belonging to the “Israeli” enemy»»»
Event to showcase Tunisias economic potential and investment opportunities held in Perugia
Tunis, May 5 (TAP) - Several entrepreneurs, institutional representatives and Italian companies took part in on Monday in Perugia (Italy) in the "Country Presentation Tunisia" event, demonstrating the interest in the Tunisian market and...»»»
Municipality of La Marsa orders immediate evacuation of Kobbet El Hawa due to increased risk of collapse
Tunis, May 5 (TAP) - The municipality of La Marsa on Tuesday made the decision to immediately evacuate the "Kobbet El Hawa" building located at La Marsa Plage, as it has been established that the structure poses a danger to public safety.This...»»»
Hezbollah Denies Syrian Interior Ministry Claims of Cell in Syria, Warns of Attempts to Sow Strife
Hezbollah’s Media Relations on Tuesday categorically denied accusations by Syria’s Ministry of Interior that it dismantled a Hezbollah-affiliated cell allegedly planning security operations inside Syria. The statement said repeated claims by Syrian security authorities “raise serious questions” des»»»
Israeli Court Extends Detention of Two Gaza Flotilla Activists Until May 10
An Israeli court has extended by another six days the detention of two activists arrested aboard a Gaza-bound flotilla that was intercepted by Israeli forces in international waters near Greece. Saif Abu Keshek, a Spanish national, and Brazilian Thiago Avila were detained by Israeli authorities las»»»
Human remains found inside crocodile in South Africa river after days-long search for missing businessman
Human remains have been found inside a crocodile in South Africa’s Komati River during a search for a missing businessman, local police have said. The discovery followed a days-long search operation near Komatipoort in Mpumalanga province, police spokesperson Colonel Mavela Masondo said on Sunday, »»»
Local authorities probe possible exposure linked to cruise ship hantavirus outbreak
Greek health authorities are set to carry out a series of contacts to determine whether a Greek national aboard the cruise ship MV Hondius, where three passengers have died in a suspected hantavirus outbreak, resides in Greece or abroad. This piece of information will determine the next steps, incl»»»
Fatal shooting on Crete linked with deadly traffic accident
A man was held in police custody on the southern island of Crete Tuesday for allegedly fatally shooting the man he held responsible for his son’s traffic death, local media reported. The 54-year-old suspect turned himself in to police after the incident in the Malevizi region near the city of Irakl»»»