1 of 2 | A bipartisan bill in the U.S. House is proposing a new $130 fee for registering an electric vehicle to help pay for transportation infrastructure. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo May 19 (UPI) -- A bipartisan bill in the U.S. House is proposing a new $130 fee for registering a»»»

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - US President Donald Trump acknowledged on Tuesday that Iran retains the ability to launch retaliatory strikes. "They have a little ability [to retaliate]. Their missiles are 82% gone, we estimate. Their capacity to build is very little right now, because we hit, you know, we »»»

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Beijing late on Tuesday for talks with his Chinese counterpart and "long-time good friend" Xi Jinping, intending to show their ties are unshakeable days after a visit by Donald Trump. The confirmation of Putin's trip came just hours after Trump wrapped up»»»

BERLIN: Veteran goalkeeper Manuel Neuer is set for a surprise return to Germany’s World Cup squad as the number one option two years after announcing his international retirement, German media reported on Tuesday. German tabloid Bild claimed coach Julian Nagelsmann had informed players, including p»»»

The Israeli military on Tuesday warned residents of 12 towns and villages in southern Lebanon to immediately evacuate ahead of expected attacks against Hezbollah, the latest despite a ceasefire. "Hezbollah's continued violations of the ceasefire compel the army to operate against it. The army does »»»

The Trump administration on Tuesday imposed sanctions on an Iranian foreign currency exchange house and what it said were front companies overseeing transactions on behalf of Iranian banks as the US maintains pressure on Tehran. The move came after Iran said its latest peace proposal to the United »»»

RIYADH: One Monday evening in Riyadh, musicians, writers, actors and directors gathered in the city’s creative district, JAX, to deliver a one-of-a-kind monologue sequence that drew audiences in with its humor, wit and sincerity. “Unspoken,” a series produced collaboratively by Writers in Riyadh, A»»»

Doha, Qatar: Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q) has launched an expanded version of the pioneering LifeHub project at a new location in Msheireb Downtown, providing a uniquely immersive educational experience that promotes Qatar's vision for a healthier, more sustainable future built on innovatio»»»

The National Council for Tripartite Cooperation discussed on Tuesday draft amendments to the Protection of Competition Act and the Consumer Protection Act related to high prices of goods and services. Employers’ organizations said they were refraining from supporting the proposals, citing legal amb»»»

BARCELONA: Spanish police said Tuesday they have arrested the eldest son of Mango clothing empire founder Isak Andic over his father’s death during a hiking trip in December 2024. Jonathan Andic, who was alone with his 71-year-old billionaire father when the retail magnate plunged to his death in t»»»

Paris, May 19 (SANA) Finance ministers of the Group of Seven (G7) countries emphasized the need to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, underlining the importance of addressing global economic imbalances and strengthening multilateral cooperation to confront risks facing the global economy. In a joint stat»»»

Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates Ministry of Defence said on Tuesday that the drones involved in the attack targeting the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant on May 17 originated from Iraqi territory, according to the results of technical tracking and monitoring investigations. In a statement, the mini»»»

Healthcare experts exchanged views on how to improve the health culture of Bulgarians at a forum in Sofia on Tuesday, organized by the Bulgarian Hospital Association (BHA). The specialists agreed that more systematic measures are needed to know what the state funds are for and what the steps of a g»»»

The European Parliament on Tuesday (19 May) voted to shield centre-right MEP Angelika Niebler from prosecution, avoiding an investigation by the European public prosecutor’s office (EPPO) over her alleged misuse of EU funds. Tuesday’s secret vote was backed by 309 MEPs, 283 against, with 53 abstent»»»

Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in Beijing. He has travelled to China for a two-day official visit at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping. The trip coincides with the 25th anniversary of the signing of the Russia-China Treaty of Good-Neighborliness, Friendship and Cooperatio»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC) affirmed that the Family Medicine Model (FMM), being applied in all 31 health centers, has largely helped improve the quality of services and enhance prevention and early detection of diseases. The corporation stressed the critical role undert»»»

Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in China on a two-day official visit, scheduled from May 19 to 20. Putin is scheduled to meet with Xi Jinping to discuss bilateral relations and explore avenues for further strengthening the strategic partnership between their nations. Additionally, the »»»

Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in Beijing at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping. The trip is scheduled to last two days, from May 19 to 20. Putin will hold a meeting with Xi Jinping, where the two leaders will discuss bilateral relations and measures to further strengthen »»»

Doha, Qatar: Al Sadd SC dominated the Qatar Swimming Cup for the 2025/2026 season, capturing the championship title after securing the highest cumulative points across multi-club domestic competitions. The victory caps a highly successful season for Al Sadd, which also claimed the 2025 General Exce»»»

Makkah Al Mukarramah: On Monday evening, the first of Dhul-Hijjah 1447 AH, all members of the medical unit accompanying the Qatari Hajj mission arrived in the Holy Lands. This was part of the comprehensive preparations implemented by the Qatari Hajj mission to provide integrated healthcare for Qata»»»

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that the United States could launch new attacks against Iran as soon as May 22 or early next week. "Well, I mean, I'm saying two or three days, maybe Friday, Saturday, Sunday, something, maybe early next week, a limited period of time»»»

Dubai: DP World said it attracted Dh854 million in investments across Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) during the first four months of 2026, reflecting continued investor demand for Dubai’s trade and industrial hub. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.The »»»

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s King Fahd Industrial Port in Yanbu will see faster cargo handling, shorter waiting times, and improved supply chain efficiency through the new Red Sea Express container shipping service. Launched by Saudi Ports Authority, also known as Mawani, in partnership with Folk Maritim»»»

DUBAI: The UAE said on Tuesday that the drones that targeted its nuclear plant last week came from Iraq — from where Iranian-backed groups have launched several attacks since the Middle East war began. On Sunday, an unclaimed drone struck an electrical generator near the Arab world’s only nuclear p»»»

KRAGUJEVAC - The output of the Stellantis car plant in Kragujevac, central Serbia, continues to rise in 2026 and could reach 150,000 vehicles a year thanks to high demand for the Fiat Grande Panda model, says Petar Veselinovic, a professor at the Kragujevac Faculty of Economics. The increased deman»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Police Academy, represented by the Police Institute, celebrated the conclusion of a number of training and specialized courses for the second quarter of 2026. The celebration ceremony was held in the presence of Legal Advisor to the Minister of Interior Major General HE Dr. Abdulla»»»

Representatives of business and labour unions supported the 7.8% increase to the minimum pension effective July 1 of this year through an amendment to the so-called budget extension act during meeting of the National Council for Tripartite Cooperation on Tuesday. Representatives of employer organiz»»»

Since 2024, Russia has invited its Chinese partners to jointly develop the Northern Sea Route (NSR), focusing on logistics expansion and container shipments - extending China's Belt and Road Initiative into polar waters. In 2023, China’s NewNew Shipping Line acquired a fleet of vessels for containe»»»

Patrick FokAt the Great Wall of China, visitors can now rent exoskeletons. Government subsidies are making the lightweight gear cheaper — and increasingly relevant for an aging population. https://p.dw.com/p/59h9bAdvertisementSend us your feedbackYour feedback»»»

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Twice as many women as men attend mandatory preventive medical examinations for their respective gender, shows a nationally representative survey, carried out by Trend into the health culture of Bulgarians. The results were presented by Dimitar Ganev from Trend during a discussion organized by the »»»

Doha, Qatar: Books may be the main attraction at the Doha International Book Fair (DIBF), but this year’s edition offers visitors much more than just printed words. With cultural areas, workshops, family activities and literary discussions taking place throughout the fair, DIBF continues to grow as»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Health, General Services and Environment Committee of the Shura Council held a meeting on Tuesday, chaired by Speaker of the Shura Council HE Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanem, to discuss a proposed law on digital protection of children, in light of the council's decision to refer it t»»»

KRASNOYARSK (Sputnik) - Russia is satisfied with the cooperation with China on oil and gas supplies, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said on Tuesday. Russian President Vladimir Putin will pay an official visit to China on May 19-20 at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping. On»»»

Finnish specialist divers in the Maldives recovered the bodies of two Italian scuba divers, a man and a woman, in a two-hour operation in a cave system dubbed by locals as "shark cave" at a depth of 200 feet. Photo courtesy Maldives President's Media Division/EPA May 19 (UPI) -- A specialist intern»»»

Abu Dhabi: The UAE announced that air defence systems had successfully detected and intercepted six hostile drones over the past 48 hours that attempted to target civilian and vital areas across the UAE. The Ministry of Defence said air defence forces intercepted and neutralised the hostile targets»»»

Beijing: Severe rainfall in southern and central China killed at least eight people in recent days, state media said Tuesday, with authorities evacuating thousands from affected areas. Natural disasters are common across China, particularly in the summer, when some regions experience intense rainfa»»»

Dubai: Overseas Filipino worker Rolly Brucales first arrived in the UAE in 2004, and back then, success meant something simple, finding stable work, supporting his family back home, and building a better future. More than two decades later, the Filipino entrepreneur has built a growing restaurant b»»»

The Commission for Protection of Competition (CPC) has adopted a package of 23 anti-crisis measures for the fuel market following a preliminary investigation launched in March due to the global oil crisis and the worsening situation in the Middle East, the regulator said. According to the Commissio»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Leadership Center (QLC) is set to hold the graduation ceremony of its thirteenth cohort, "Qiyadat 2026," next Sunday, May 24, under the patronage of HE Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, Chairperson of the Board of Directors of Qatar Leadership Center. In a state»»»

DOHA: Chairperson of Qatar Foundation Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser attended the Qatar Foundation Schools Showcase at Qatar Science & Technology Park, where students presented innovative projects and ideas spanning Artificial Intelligence, sustainability, science, technology, the arts, and »»»

Beijing: Russian President Vladimir Putin sets off to Beijing on Tuesday for talks with his Chinese counterpart and his “long-time good friend” Xi Jinping, intending to show their ties are unshakeable days after a visit by Donald Trump. The confirmation of Putin’s trip came just hours after Trump w»»»

Dubai: The UAE’s long-awaited passenger rail network is moving closer to reality, with Etihad Rail confirming the completion of its first passenger station in Fujairah, alongside final preparations underway at additional stations in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the»»»

JAKARTA: Indonesia and Malaysia on Tuesday demanded that Israel immediately release their nationals, after Israeli forces intercepted vessels from the Global Sumud Flotilla and detained dozens of foreign activists carrying aid for Gaza. The GSF mission, which comprised more than 50 boats and involv»»»

Sharjah: Suspicious digital platforms targeting young people and spreading harmful content are threatening family stability and social cohesion in the UAE, a Sharjah official has warned. Fatima Al Marzouqi, Director of the Family and Child Protection Centre at the Sharjah Social Services Department»»»

Chinese Minister of Public Security Wang Xiaohong has arrived in Bishkek, the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs reported. As part of the visit, a bilateral meeting between the head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Police Colonel General Ulan Niyazbekov, and Wang Xiaohong is sche»»»

In 2025, Panchayat became the most-watched series in India. Its success stems from its story about the head of a village council in a rural area of ​​Uttar Pradesh. In recent years, stories from rural India have permeated the film industry, even reaching prestigious international award ceremonies. »»»

Tunis, May 19 (TAP) — Tunisia is marking a record participation at the 40th edition of the APAS Show food industry exhibition, held from May 18 to 21, 2026 in São Paulo, Brazil, according to a statement from the Tunisian Export Promotion Center...»»»

West Cairo has become the most popular place for people looking for a modern and quiet lifestyle. Specifically, the areas of Sixth of October and Sheikh Zayed City are now the top spots for high-quality living. While they are right next to each other, both offer something special for families and i»»»