Canadian tourist killed, 13 injured in Mexico pyramid shooting
MEXICO CITY: A Canadian woman was shot dead and 13 others were hurt in a shooting Monday at Mexico’s famed Teotihuacan archaeological site, authorities said. The gunman, whose nationality was unknown, killed himself after opening fire at the popular tourist destination in central Mexico, home to pr»»»
Southwest jets take evasive action to avoid mid-air crash over Nashville - UPI.com
Two Southwest Airlines flights over Nashville International Airport came within 500 feet of each other -- nearly the length of two football fields -- after an air traffic controller had to correct orders given to one place taking off and another that was arriving. File Photo by Bill Greenblatt/UPI »»»
Limitless opens with focus on leadership, resilience
With a star-studded line-up of influential leaders who have made their mark across sectors, Limitless: The UAE Power Women’s Forum gets under way today at Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, The Palm, Dubai. Presented by Tristar in association with Gulf News, the forum centres on the theme of leadership and »»»
Tech 24 - Should kids be banned from social media? The world is deciding
From the announcement of a new EU age-verification app to a video summit of European leaders and legal threats in Australia, governments moved quickly this week on a debate years in the making. FRANCE 24's Charlotte Lam has more in Tech 24. The European Commission, on Wednesday, unveiled what Bruss»»»
Business - Mythos shock - is AI taking cybersecurity risks to new levels?
Governments and regulators are assessing potential implications and urging critical sectors to beef up their defences after a powerful new AI model sent shockwaves around the world. Mythos showed the ability to find previously undetected bugs and to exploit the vulnerabilities by itself, prompting »»»
Middle Corridor in play
Squeezed by a sanctioned Russia to the north and a war prone Middle East to the south, the Middle Corridor that runs through Central Asia and the Caucasus is back in play as the main route connecting Europe to Asia by land and is already the only functioning corridor connecting the two by plane. »»»
National economy on positive trajectory in 2025 — JBA
AMMAN — Chairman of Jordanian Businessmen Association (JBA) Ayman Alawneh, said on Monday that the national economy was on a "positive" trajectory in 2025, characterised by resilience and the capacity to withstand regional challenges.He told the JBA's annual general meeting, which he chaired Sunday»»»
Royal Jordanian achieves JD 21.5m net profit for 2025
— Highest load factor in the company’s history at 81%— 4.4m passengers carried and 11% growth in operating revenue— Enhancing operational efficiency was key priority, directly reflected in performance— 2025 performance indicators confirm success of modernization, expansion strategyAMMAN — The Gener»»»
Shooter at Mexico's Teotihuacan pyramid site kills Canadian tourist, wounds six others
A Canadian woman was killed and four other people were injured Monday at the archaeological site of the Teotihuacan pyramids, a major tourist attraction north of Mexico City. The gunman killed himself after opening fire, Mexico state's security secretary said. An armed man standing atop one of the »»»
'US military leverage a risky tactic': Bombs, military escalation will not bring Iran 'to the table'
Genie Godula is pleased to welcome Jim Townsend, Adjunct Senior Fellow in the CNAS Transatlantic Security Program and former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense (DASD) for European and NATO Policy. According to Townsend, US–Iran negotiations are shaped by tactical manoeuvering: a pre-negotiation »»»
Saudi Arabia cracks down on recruitment offices over refunds delays and ignored complaints
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources has revoked the licences of 11 recruitment offices and suspended three others for a range of violations, including delays in refunding clients and failure to address complaints. The ministry said it suspended the operations of three offices immediately and»»»
Bulgaria's Kremlin-friendly former president Radev wins parliamentary election
Bulgaria's former president and pro-Russian candidate Rumen Radev on Monday won a parliamentary majority in the country's elections according to near-complete results. Radev – an EU critic who has called for renewing ties with Russia – hailed a "victory of hope". Bulgarian ex-preside»»»
Labor secretary resigns amid department IG's misconduct investigation - UPI.com
Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer on Monday announced that she will resign her position to take a private industry job. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo April 20 (UPI) -- Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer resigned from her job in the Trump administration Monday amid allegatio»»»
Early summer heat arrives as UAE sees 40°C spike
Dubai: The UAE is beginning to feel the first real pulse of summer, with temperatures already climbing above seasonal norms, even as unsettled spring weather continues to bring the chance of rain in the days ahead. On Monday, temperatures in parts of the country touched 40°C, a notable spike for Ap»»»
US Air Force says key Iran warplane, the A-10 Warthog, will live on to 2030
WASHINGTON: The US Air Force secretary extended the life of the A-10 “Warthog” attack plane until 2030, sparing the aging but beloved close air support aircraft that has played an important role in Iran from an earlier retirement deadline of 2026. “We will EXTEND the A-10 ‘Warthog’ platform to 203»»»
‘Mindful approach to news can help avoid information overload’
Tribune News Network Doha During periods of conflict, when the world is changing and breaking news feels endless, it can be tempting to remain glued to the phone or TV. Many people feel the best way to alleviate their anxiety is to chronically consume information from all possible sources. However,»»»
ICC brings Indian culture alive with colourful‘Wednesday Fiesta’ evening
Tribune News Network Doha The Indian Cultural Centre (ICC) hosted a vibrant cultural evening titled “Wednesday Fiesta — Celebration of Indian Arts and Culture” on April 15 at the ICC Ashoka Hall, bringing together members of the Indian community in Qatar for an engaging showcase of music, dance and»»»
Aman Centre launches its 2026-2030 strategy
QNA Doha The Protection and Social Rehabilitation Centre (Aman), one of the centres affiliated with Qatar Foundation for Social Work, has launched its 2026-2030 strategy. The new strategy marks a significant milestone in the centre’s journey and reflects its vision to enhance social security, prote»»»
AFC announces ASPETAR as official medical partner
Tribune News Network Doha The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) on Monday announced ASPETAR, one of the world’s foremost orthopaedic and sports medicine hospitals, as its Official Medical Partner of all major AFC club competitions as well as several national team competitions through to June 2029.»»»
QIB organises blood donation driveto support national health efforts
Tribune NewsNetwork Doha Qatar Islamic Bank (QIB), Qatar’s leading digital bank, has organised a blood donation drive at its head office, in collaboration with Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC), reaffirming its ongoing commitment to supporting Qatar’s healthcare sector and broader community well-bein»»»
‘Global Coalition for Implementation of Two-State Solution of vital importance’
QNA Brussels Qatar acknowledges the critical importance of continuing to hold regular meetings the Global Coalition for the Implementation of the Two-State Solution, which contributes to strengthening international coordination and moving from political affirmations to practical steps leading to th»»»
Transport minister, Saudi counterpart discuss ties
Tribune News Network Doha Minister of Transport HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulla bin Mohammed Al Thani met with Minister of Transport and Logistic Services of Saudi Arabia Eng. Saleh bin Nasser Al Jasser, via videoconference, on Monday. The two ministers discussed venues of bilateral cooperation in t»»»
Shura Council reviews real estate brokerage law amendment
During the session, the Shura Council reviewed a draft law amending some provisions of Law No 22 of 2017 to regulate the real estate brokerage activities, which was referred to it by the esteemed government, and decided to refer it to its Legal and Legislative Affairs Committee to study and submit »»»
Al-Ahli stage dramatic comeback to reach second consecutive ACL Elite final
RIYADH: It was a night to remember for Al-Ahli fans. The Greens have progressed to their second consecutive AFC Champions League Elite final after beating Japan’s Vissel Kobe 2-1. It was no ordinary victory, however. Rather, it epitomized the spirit Al-Ahli have shown since Matthias Jaissle’s appoi»»»
EU rearmament funds a ‘magnet for criminals’ – OLAF chief Klement
The billions of euros slated by the EU for the build up of weapons factories and procurement of military hardware are a “magnet for the criminals,” according to a senior anti-fraud official. The EU’s defense industry has issues with “manipulation with public tenders, blown-up prices, clientelism [a»»»
Oil shock 2.0? Houthis threaten Bab Al- Mandab shutdown as Hormuz drama reignites, crude prices rebound
As tensions in the Middle East surged again over the weekend, the Iran-backed Houthis threatened to close the Bab al-Mandab Strait, a crucial oil shipping lane that still serves crude flows from the Middle East through Red Sea ports. A Houthis statement gives a hint of the risks to global shipping.»»»
Interior Ministry's Secretary General: We Did All Within Our Power for Fairer, More Secure Electoral Process
Following the April 19 snap parliamentary elections, Interior Ministry's acting Secretary General Georgi Kandev wrote on Facebook on Monday: “We gave it our all. Not as an excuse. I was fully aware of how deeply eroded public trust in the electoral process had become. I was also aware of the attemp»»»
Philippines, US and allies start military exercises testing ‘real world’ readiness
MANILA: Philippine and US forces will carry out maritime strike drills on a remote Philippine island near Taiwan during annual exercises that started on Monday, which Manila’s military chief said would test their readiness under “real‑world conditions.” The April 20 to May 8 exercises known as “Bal»»»
Where We Are Going Today: Dave’s Hot Chicken brings the heat to Jeddah
I had the opportunity to try Dave’s Hot Chicken — the brand’s fifth branch in Saudi Arabia and its first in Jeddah, located at the stylish U-Walk in the Al-Zahra district — shortly after its official opening earlier this month. The chain is known for serving chicken with a wide range of spice level»»»
Kuwait lauds UAE security for foiling terrorist plot
Kuwait praised the efficiency and vigilance of the security authorities in the UAE in dismantling a terrorist organisation and arresting its members, who were involved in activities aimed at undermining national unity and destabilising security. In a statement published on Monday and carried by Kuw»»»
No: 66, 8 April 2026, Regarding Greece’s Policies Toward the Muftis of the Turkish Minority in Western Thrace
Greece persistently disregards the rights and freedoms of the Turkish Minority in Western Thrace guaranteed under the Lausanne Peace Treaty, by not recognizing their elected Muftis. The recent process of determining an “appointed Mufti” in Didymoteicho under the guise of “elections”, without consul»»»
Strategic plan to boost crime research, analytics framework in Saudi Arabia
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif has approved a new strategic plan for the Crime Research Center. It was prepared with the help of experts in criminal research and analysis and supported by the ministry’s International Partnerships Program, the Saudi Pr»»»
Tigray restores contentious regional parliament
ADDIS ABABA: The Tigray People’s Liberation Front has announced the restoration of a regional parliament, the election of which was one of the triggers for the Tigray war, alarming observers fearing a resumption of the deadly conflict between the Ethiopian government and regional forces. The Tigray»»»
Bulgaria’s Radev pushes for Russia dialogue, ‘pragmatism’ in EU policy
The winner of the Bulgarian parliamentary election, Progressive Bulgaria’s Rumen Radev, has called for dialogue with Russia to be restored. The former president has led the newly formed left-leaning populist party to a landslide victory on a platform of critical dialogue with Brussels and pragmatis»»»
Saudi Crown Prince meets Chairman of Sudan's Transitional Sovereign Council
Jeddah: HH Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud met Monday with Chairman of Sudan's Transitional Sovereign Council Abdel Fattah Al Burhan, who is visiting Saudi Arabia. During the meeting, both sides reviewed the latest developments in Sud»»»
$200 million World Bank grant allocated for Syria railway projects
Damascus, April 20 (SANA) Syria’s Ministry of Transport announced that around $200 million has been allocated through a World Bank grant to finance a number of railway infrastructure projects aimed at accelerating the country’s economic recovery. Ali Asbar, Director of Land Transport Affairs at the»»»
Egypt postpones 20 road projects to rationalise petroleum consumption and reduce import bill
Egypt will postpone the construction of 20 road projects and slow down the implementation of other government developments as part of an announced rationalisation plan to reduce petroleum consumption and lower the state’s import bill. Minister of Transport Kamel Al-Wazir announced the suspension of»»»
Minister of Military Production explores expanded co-operation with GOEIC
Salah Gomaa, Minister of State for Military Production, held talks with Essam El-Naggar, Chairperson of the General Organisation for Export and Import Control (GOEIC), to explore avenues for enhanced joint co-operation. During the meeting, the minister reviewed the advanced technical and technologi»»»
Michigan attorney general denies Trump administration ballot access - UPI.com
1 of 3 | Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel rejected the Trump administration’s attempt to collect election materials, including ballot information. File Photo by Tannen Maury/UPI | License Photo April 20 (UPI) -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has rejected the Trump administration's atte»»»
Protection secured for uninhabited Gyaros islet, key habitat for endangered seals
Greece has finally signed into effect legislation securing the status as a marine protected area of the uninhabited but richly biodiverse islet of Gyaros in the Cyclades island group, the Greek branch of the World Wide Fund for Nature said Monday. WWF Greece hailed Thursday’s signing of a president»»»
Syria’s return as a regional transport hub gains momentum
Damascus, April 20 (SANA) A series of recent diplomatic and economic developments is refocusing attention on Syria’s strategic location, as regional and international actors increasingly view the country not only through the lens of politics and reconstruction, but also as a potential hub for trans»»»
Saudi representative stresses need to ensure full, unhindered delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s representative at a conference on the two-state solution in Brussels stressed the necessity of ensuring the full and unhindered delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza on Monday. Manal bint Hassan Radwan also emphasized the importance of advancing early recovery and reconstructi»»»
Sharjah Police promote safety as school reopen
Sharjah: Sharjah Police marked students’ return to in-person classrooms following a period of online learning with a series of outreach visits aimed at reinforcing national values and strengthening community engagement. Officers visited several educational institutions across the emirate, alongside»»»
Iran says 'no decision' on joining new talks, with US delegation set to depart
Iran said it had yet to decide whether to attend a new round of peace negotiations with the United States, as Washington's delegation prepared to depart for Pakistan on Monday. The uncertainty over the talks on ending the war that engulfed the region and rattled global markets came as U.S. Presiden»»»
Supreme Court rejects parents’ complaint over child's gender identity - UPI.com
The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday declined to take up a case over whether a public school district violated parents’ rights by using preferred pronouns and a preferred name for their child. File Photo by Annabelle Gordon/UPI | License Photo April 20 (UPI) -- The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday declined»»»
Venezuela in talks with Siemens, GE over power crisis - UPI.com
Avilio Troconiz (C), regional president of the Primero Justicia party in Zulia, speaks at a press conference in front of the Las Tarabas electrical substation in Maracaibo, Zulia state, Venezuela, on March 26. The party denounced the the electricity crisis, which has worsened in recent months. Phot»»»
UAE brings date palms into the AI era
Abu Dhabi: The UAE has unveiled a new digital platform designed to catalogue and safeguard the country’s diverse date palm varieties, harnessing technology to serve a sector long shaped by tradition. The “UAE Digital Platform for Date Palm Varieties”, announced on Monday, brings together a nationwi»»»
FBI Director Kash Patel sues The Atlantic over excess drinking article - UPI.com
FBI Director Kash Patel speaks during a Senate Intelligence Committee hearing on March 18. On Monday he sued The Atlantic for $250 million in damages. File Photo by Annabelle Gordon/UPI | License Photo April 20 (UPI) -- FBI Director Kash Patel sued The Atlantic on Monday, seeking $250 million in da»»»
Shura Council holds weekly session
Doha: The Shura Council held on Monday its weekly session at the Tamim bin Hamad Hall, under the chairmanship of HE Speaker of the Shura Council Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim. At the outset of the meeting, the Shura Council highlighted HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani's meeting with HM S»»»
Lebanon, Israel to Hold Second Round of Talks in Washington on Thursday
Lebanese and Israeli representatives will hold talks in Washington on Thursday, a US State Department spokesperson and an Israeli source speaking on the condition of anonymity told Reuters on Monday. The US will host the second round of ambassador-level talks between the two countries at the D»»»