Beloved Citroen 2CV revived as electric car
The 2CV, the iconic French car popular for much of the last century, is to be reincarnated as an electric vehicle 36 years after production ceased, Citroen announced Thursday. "The 2CV is back!" said CEO Xavier Chardon said. "Citroen is back. Back to the future." The announcement came at an investo»»»
Friday sermon, May 22, 2026: 'Seizing the blessed ten days'
First Sermon (Khutbah One) All praise is due to Allah, who has appointed for His servants sacred seasons through which they attain His pleasure, and days in which they draw ever nearer to Him, exalted is His Majesty. In them, He multiplies their rewards and grants them abundant recompense. I bear w»»»
Lebanese accuse Israel of wiping their towns off the map
BEIRUT: Lebanese mother-of-two Hala Farah is collecting photos and videos to preserve the memory of her hometown which, like many others along the southern border, has been completely destroyed by Israeli forces. Testimony from residents and officials, as well as satellite images and photographs ta»»»
19 dead after two armed attacks in northern Honduras: prosecutors
At least 19 people, including six police officers, were killed in northern Honduras following two simultaneous armed attacks. Gunmen opened fire at a plantation in the municipality of Trujillo and on police in Omoa. Authorities are investigating the shootings, which occurred against a backdrop of l»»»
President Kais Saied meets ambassador of Mauritania in Tunis at end of his mission
Tunis, May 22 (TAP) - President Kais Saied met on Thursday afternoon at Carthage Palace Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania to Tunisia, Ali Ould Sidi Ali, who paid a farewell visit to the Head of State on the occasion of the end of his...»»»
Saudi interior minister inspects health, crowd management readiness at holy sites
MAKKAH: Saudi Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif on Thursday inspected several projects and facilities in the holy sites as part of tours to monitor preparations for Hajj. During a visit to Mina Emergency Hospital 2, Prince Abdulaziz, who is also Chairman of the Supreme Hajj Co»»»
Venezuelan leader to travel to India for oil talks, Rubio says
Venezuela's president will travel to India next week to discuss selling oil, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Thursday, an unusual announcement of a foreign leader's travel that shows the new US influence over Caracas. Rubio mentioned the trip by interim President Delcy Rodriguez, in power si»»»
UN 'gravely concerned' by an Afghan Taliban law that has provisions on child marriage
KABUL, Afghanistan: The United Nations expressed “grave concern” on Thursday about a new law issued by Afghanistan’s Taliban government on separation in marriage which includes provisions on child marriage, saying the code further entrenches discrimination against women and girls. The government re»»»
Chandrayaan-3 receives 2026 AIAA Goddard Astronautics Award
Washington DC: India's Chandrayaan-3 lunar mission has been honoured with the 2026 Goddard Astronautics Award by the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA), presented in Washington DC on May 21. On August 23, 2023, Chandrayaan-3 made history as the first spacecraft to achieve a s»»»
Landlords must accept pets to compete
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BIG Poland opens new city-centre retail park in Dzierżoniów
BIG Poland has officially opened BIG Dzierżoniów, a newly built retail park with 17,000 sqm GLA, located in the city centre at Batalionów Chłopskich Street. The investment became the company’s 11th retail park in Poland and opened its doors on 21 May. The project was developed by Redkom Development»»»
VAT compliance gap falls to 6.9%
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Synektik launches Ukraine operations
Warsaw-listed medical technology company Synektik has begun trading in Ukraine, establishing a local entity and a dedicated sales and service team — the country's first structured market entry by a Polish surgical-robotics firm. The move was made possible by an agreement signed in February 2026, an»»»
Pay grows, headcount shrinks again
Average gross monthly pay in Poland's enterprise sector reached PLN 9,530.74 in April 2026, a 5.4% increase year-on-year, according to GUS data published Thursday. That figure is the first print above PLN 9,500 and marks a continuation of real wage growth that has been driving consumer demand. Empl»»»
UAE maths prodigy,12, cracks SAT to win Johns Hopkins Grand Honors
Abu Dhabi: When 12-year-old Arjun Abhinav Patwardhan walked into the SAT examination centre in Abu Dhabi on May 2, heads turned. The test, designed for high school students typically aged 16 and above, is not where you expect to find an eighth-grader. Some candidates could not help but ask what thi»»»
Industry cools after March surge
Poland's statistical office (GUS) reported that industrial output rose 3.1% year-on-year in April 2026 — a significant step down from March's revised 7.5% gain and below analyst forecasts of around 4.1%. On a month-to-month basis, production fell 7.4%. GUS noted that April had one fewer working day»»»
The marks you’re upset about are someone else’s dream
How much did you score in your board exams — and did it feel, even for a moment, like you were on top of the world when you saw it, before the mind quietly drifted to what could have been better? It is a question that carries more weight today than it once did, not just about marks, but about expec»»»
Florida executes Richard Knight for 2000 murders of woman, daughter - UPI.com
Richard Knight, 47, died by lethal injection at Florida State Prison Thursday for the 2000 murders of Coral Springs, Fla., woman and her 4-year-old daughter. Photo courtesy Florida Deptatment of Corrections May 21 (UPI) -- Florida death row inmate Richard Knight was executed Thursday, 26 years afte»»»
US, Iran in 'intense indirect talks' for drafting final agreement: Report
The United States and Iran are engaged in indirect talks aimed at developing a framework for a possible agreement, Iran's ISNA News Agency reported. According to the report, the two sides are currently exchanging messages and draft texts. 'Very close' to reaching dealAn Iranian official earlier tol»»»
BP facing lawsuit over alleged toxic dumping in Kenya
British energy giant BP is facing a lawsuit over allegations that improper toxic waste disposal in two remote villages in northeastern Kenya killed thousands of livestock and caused cancer among hundreds of locals. In a petition filed by hundreds of locals, BP is accused of dumping toxins that cont»»»
Rubio doubtful of diplomacy with Cuba as Trump raises new threat of military action
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump and America’s top diplomat on Thursday again raised the specter of US military intervention in Cuba, a renewed threat that takes on greater weight a day after the administration announced criminal charges against the island’s former leader, Raúl Castro.Trump said »»»
First Gaza flotilla activists arrive in Turkiye after Israel deportation
JERUSALEM: Israel said on Thursday it had deported all the foreign activists seized by its forces from a Gaza-bound flotilla, as the first group arrived in Turkiye following global outcry over their treatment in custody.Hundreds of activists from countries around the world were placed in detention »»»
Rubio to tell NATO ministers Trump ‘very disappointed’ over Iran war stance
HELSINGBORG, Sweden: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will meet NATO allies on Friday for the first time since President Donald Trump called the alliance into question due to divisions over the Iran war and Washington announced plans to pull 5,000 troops from Europe. Before leaving for a meeting »»»
Republicans call off vote on Iran war resolution that was on the verge of passing
WASHINGTON: Republicans struggled Thursday to find the votes to dismiss legislation that would compel President Donald Trump to withdraw from the war with Iran, delaying planned votes on the matter into June. The House had scheduled a vote on a war powers resolution, brought by Democrats, that woul»»»
Trump says he’s sending 5,000 more troops to Poland, stirring confusion about US presence in Europe
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump on Thursday said the US will send an additional 5,000 troops to Poland, stirring confusion following weeks of changing statements from Trump and his administration about reducing — not increasing — the American military footprint in Europe. The Trump administratio»»»
Facing intense internal pressure, DNC releases postelection autopsy that criticizes Kamala Harris
NEW YORK: Kamala Harris “wrote off rural America” during the 2024 presidential campaign and failed to attack Donald Trump with sufficient “negative firepower,” according to a long-awaited post-election autopsy released Thursday by the Democratic National Committee. But the document’s key findings, »»»
Uganda suspends travel to DR Congo over Ebola outbreak
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has declared the latest deadly outbreak an international emergency. The United States earlier this week stepped up screening of air passengers coming from the DRC, Uganda and South Sudan, while Bahrain announced a month-long ban on visitors from the three countri»»»
Germany charges two accused of IRGC-backed murder plot
German prosecutors charged two men Thursday with planning to kill a prominent pro-Israel public figure and spying on Jews on behalf of Iranian secret services. Danish national Ali S. is charged with espionage, attempted murder, attempted arson and sabotage, prosecutors in Karlsruhe said. His allege»»»
Mansour bin Zayed: ADIA marks 50 years of long-term value creation
ABU DHABI: Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, has commented on the 50th anniversary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA), saying that ADIA has remained focused on its mission of sustaining the prosperity of Abu D»»»
US diverting travelers from Ebola-hit region to one airport for screening
The United States is redirecting arrivals who recently traveled to countries hit by the ongoing Ebola outbreak to a single Washington area airport for screening, officials said Thursday. People who were in the Democratic Republic of Congo, or neighbouring Uganda or South Sudan, within the past 21 d»»»
Trump says he’s sending 5,000 more troops to Poland, stirring confusion about US presence in Europe
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump on Thursday said the US will send an additional 5,000 troops to Poland, stirring confusion following weeks of changing statements from Trump and his administration about reducing — not increasing — the American military footprint in Europe.The Trump administration»»»
UAE’s flexible, diversified economy proves resilient amid regional turmoil, says minister
ABU DHABI: Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri said the United Arab Emirates (UAE) continues to strengthen an economic model centered on openness, policy continuity and adaptability amid challenges. Speaking during the Economy Middle East Summit 2026, Al Marri said the UAE economy has remained competitive an»»»
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Iran rebuilds drone production 'faster than expected', threat to US allies still looms: report
Iran has restarted parts of its drone production and remains capable of threatening American allies and military assets across the Middle East, according to new US intelligence assessments that suggest Tehran is rebuilding faster than initially expected after recent military strikes. The assessment»»»
Trump delays signing executive order on AI, citing competitiveness - UPI.com
President Donald Trump, speaking in the Oval Office at the White House on Thursday, revealed he has delayed signing a planned executive order meant to enhance security for artificial intelligence. Photo by Al Drago/UPI | License Photo May 21 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump announced Thursday he has»»»
US crude oil inventories fall sharply, drop to lowest level in nearly 2 years — EIA
US crude oil inventories fell sharply last week while emergency petroleum reserves dropped to their lowest level in nearly two years, according to new government data, as the war involving Iran continues to disrupt one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints. The latest figures from the US »»»
Justice Department charges 15 in Minnesota with health care fraud - UPI.com
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said that charges filed by the Department of Justice against 15 people for health care fraud are "just the tip of the iceberg." Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo May 21 (UPI) -- The Department of Justice on Thursday announced it brought charges against 15»»»
UK accuses Russian jets of dangerous intercept over Black Sea
The UK Defense Ministry has claimed that two Russian fighter jets “dangerously” intercepted a British spy plane over the Black Sea, and released footage that it said showed the encounter. Moscow has consistently maintained that Russian pilots act in strict accordance with international law. The vid»»»
TAP and Portuguese news agency LUSA sign MoU to boost cooperation
Tunis, May 21 (TAP) - Tunis-Afrique-Presse (TAP) news agency signed on Thursday a memorandum of understanding for cooperation and news exchange with Portuguese news agency LUSA, aiming to strengthen media cooperation and develop the exchange of news...»»»
Tenn. death row inmate's execution called off for year over vein issue - UPI.com
The governor of Tennessee granted a reprieve on the execution of Tony Carruthers, who is on death row after his conviction for a triple-murder in 1994, after Department of Corrections medical staff could not insert a backup IV or central line. Photo courtesy Tennessee Department of Corrections May »»»
Cuba is a national security threat to the US, Rubio says
Cuba is a national security threat to the US, Rubio says 18 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleSofia Ferreira Santos ReutersThe US secretary of state said Cuba had always posed a threat Cuba poses a "national security threat" to the US and the likelihood of a peaceful agreement is "not h»»»
PM, Egypt FM discuss de-escalation efforts
QNA Doha Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani received a phone call from Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates HE Dr Badr Abdelatty, during which the two sides reviewed bilateral relat»»»
PM attends Doha Institute’s graduation ceremony
QNA Doha Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani on Thursday attended the graduation ceremony for the 10th cohort of master’s students from the Doha Institute for Graduate Studies in the presence of a number of ministers, chair of the Bo»»»
Visit Qatar announces winners of ‘Qatar Through Your Lens’ competition
Tribune News Network Doha Visit Qatar has announced the winners of ‘Qatar Through Your Lens’, the nationwide content creation competition celebrating the nation’s culture, lifestyle, and experiences through the lens of its community. Open to citizens and residents, the competition ran from October »»»
Police Academy celebrates graduation of specialised courses
QNA Doha The Police Academy, represented by the Police Officers Institute, celebrated the graduation of a number of mandatory and specialised courses held during the first half of 2026. The ceremony was attended by HE Major-General Dr. Abdullah Yusuf Al Mal, legal advisor to the Minister of Interio»»»
QF Schools programme connectsstudents with innovation ecosystem
Tribune News Network Doha As part of the QF Schools Showcase, students engaged directly with experts, researchers, innovators and alumni from across Qatar Foundation’s ecosystem, gaining firsthand exposure to real-world innovation environments that extended learning beyond the classroom. Through me»»»
Al Jazeera Network wins highest number of Telly Awards in 2026
Tribune News Network Doha Al Jazeera Media Network won the highest number of gold awards at the 47th edition of the Telly Awards this year, outperforming all competitors. The organisers of the Telly Awards,regarded as one of the world’s leading media awards , announced the winners of the competitio»»»
Celebrate Eid with events, entertainment and summer offers
Tribune News Network Doha Eid in Qatar brings together a vibrant mix of entertainment, culture and family-friendly experiences, offering something for everyone. Taking place during Visit Qatar’s ‘Hala Summer’ season, the festive period is marked by a diverse calendar of events across the country, m»»»
Qatar Calendar kicks off ticket sales for Qatar Toy Festival
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Calendar has announced the launch of ticket sales for the biggest edition of the Qatar Toy Festival taking place this year under the theme “More Fun, Endless Joy.” The festival will be held at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre (DECC) from July 1 to 31, 2026, »»»
Lekhwiya concludes 1st phase 2026 training programme
QNA Doha The Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) concluded the first phase of its 2026 training programme at Zekreet Camp in the presence of Lekhwiya Deputy Commander HE Staff Major-General Mohammed Misfer Al Shahwani, along with senior military and security officials from across the country. The ce»»»