Eighteen tonnes of peanuts in shell from Egypt will not reach the Bulgarian market due to dangerously high levels of mould contamination, the Bulgarian Food Safety Agency said on Sunday. Inspectors from the Varna Regional Food Safety Directorate found that the peanuts contained aflatoxin levels thr»»»

Statements made by the Israeli military on war objectives in southern Lebanon, along with battlefield developments, point to a prolonged conflict, as Israel seeks demographic change and the removal of villages to pave the way for a future occupation, while Hezbollah shows signs of preparing for a l»»»

Doha, Qatar: As part of its fifteenth anniversary programme, Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art has opened Resolutions: Evolving Realities, a major exhibition reflecting on the institution’s origins while looking toward its future. On view from April 30 to August 22, 2026, across the museum’s Atrium»»»

As part of its commitment to social responsibility and strengthening environmental sustainability, Kudu Company for Food and Catering, a leading player in the quick-service restaurant sector, has launched a partnership initiative to support and empower local farmers in the Jazan region, enhancing t»»»

Doha, Qatar: Visit Qatar has announced that the John Legend Live: An Evening of Songs & Storiesin Doha concert, originally scheduled to take place on April 17, 2026 at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC), has been rescheduled to September 10, 2026. All previously purchased tickets will rema»»»

Khartoum: Five civilians were killed by a drone strike that targeted a civilian vehicle in the Omdurman area, west of Sudan's capital, Khartoum, on Saturday. According to Emergency Lawyers, a Sudanese independent legal team dedicated to documenting violations during the conflict, a drone belonging »»»

Tehran: Iranian authorities plan to turn a bombsite at a university in central Iran into a museum about the impact of US-Israeli strikes, an official said. "The current damaged site will be preserved as a war museum at the university to remain a document of the country's scientific oppression in hi»»»

On May 3, 1999, 76 tornadoes tore across the U.S. Plains states, killing about 50 people and injuring hundreds. 1 of 6 | Mark Chase (R) and Jeff Morrison watch as a backhoe takes down the remains of Morrison's father's home in Moore, Okla., on May 7, 1999, four days after a tornado outbreak killed »»»

Kenya battles to stop the 'goons and guns' as fears of political violence grow 6 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on Google AFP via Getty ImagesPoliticians are accused of hiring young people to disrupt opponents' activities Wycliffe MuiaNairobi On a quiet Wednesday last month, a Kenyan politici»»»

Tokyo: Firefighters in Japan have successfully contained a forest blaze that broke out in north of the country and was described as the largest in decades, after battling it for 11 days. Officials said that since late April, hundreds of firefighters and more than 1,000 military personnel had been w»»»

Mexico City is sinking by nearly 10 inches (about 25 centimeters) a year, according to new satellite imagery released this week by NASA, making it one of the world’s fastest-subsiding metropolises. One of the world's most sprawling and populated urban areas, at 3,000 square miles (about 7,800 squar»»»

Doha, Qatar: An Iranian proposal for talks with the US sent crude futures sharply lower on Friday, though prices were still on track for weekly gains. Tehran continues to block the Strait of Hormuz, while the US Navy restricts Iranian crude exports. Oil markets remain volatile on hopes of a resolut»»»

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil: Latin pop queen Shakira kicked off her free mega-concert on Rio's famed Copacabana beach under a full moon Saturday, with drones forming the image of a she-wolf -- her nickname -- overhead as she took the stage over an hour late. About two million people were expected to att»»»

Doha, Qatar: At the beginning of the year, the global economy was on a steady path of stable growth and diminishing inflation. This trajectory was suddenly disrupted by the Iran conflict. Prior to the beginning of hostilities on the 28th of February, global headline inflation was on a continuous do»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Boat Show continues to generate significant impact across Qatar’s marine industry and maritime culture, according to Chief Operations Officer of Old Doha Port, Mohamed Al Atwaan. Speaking to The Peninsula recently, Al Atwaan, who is also the Director of Qatar Boat Show, said »»»

Doha, Qatar: The Zakat Affairs Department at the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has reported significant achievements during the first quarter of 2026, highlighting a 17% increase in zakat revenues and more than QR53m disbursed to eligible beneficiaries across Qatar. The department emphasise»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia will continue to demand international institutions to react to every crime committed by Ukraine against Russian journalists, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said on Sunday. "An overt offensive by the West against principles of a healthy democratic soci»»»

Dubai: The Community Development Authority (CDA) in Dubai has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with The British University in Dubai to strengthen collaboration in developing Emirati talent in social professions and enhancing the quality of social services. The agreement reflects a shared »»»

Abu Dhabi: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a written message from Tharman Shanmugaratnam, President of the Republic of Singapore, concerning bilateral relations between the two countries. The message was delivered to Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Pri»»»

Fragments of a priory’s medieval tiled floor that spent almost 60 years stashed in a toffee tin after being pocketed by a nine-year-old boy during a family outing have finally been handed back, according to The Guardian. The three pieces of decorative clay tiles, dating from the late 13th to early »»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar is rapidly emerging as a “magnet” for venture capital firms seeking stability and scale in the evolving digital finance landscape, as a deliberate policy focus on regulatory clarity and institutional-grade infrastructure reshapes investor confidence. Industry leaders expounded th»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Winter Sports Development Program was launched at Ali Bin Hamad Al Attiyah Arena as part of the Years of Culture Initiative (Qatar – Canada & Mexico 2026), in a strategic collaboration between the Qatar Winter Sports Committee and Qatar Museums’ flagship cultural program. Designed »»»

Doha, Qatar: Marking World Press Freedom Day, the Qatar Press Center has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to defending press freedom and safeguarding journalists’ right to carry out their professional duties independently and responsibly. In a statement issued on the occasion, the Center emphas»»»

Doha, Qatar: The British Chamber of Commerce Qatar (BCCQ) successfully hosted its Business Connect Evening on April 29 at the Secret Garden, Kempinski Hotel, The Pearl Doha, bringing together a diverse and growing network from across the international business and diplomatic community. Delivered in»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Insurance (QIC) the leading insurer in Qatar and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, yesterday reported a net profit of QR217m for the first quarter (Q1) of 2026, a change of 6% from QR205m for the same period in 2025. Following a meeting of the Board of Directors dat»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE), in collaboration with higher education institutions, has convened a high-level workshop to explore strategies for attracting international students and supporting the enrolment of students with disabilities in post-secondary educa»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar ports (Hamad, Ruwais and Doha) witnessed an increase in handling of container volumes in April this year compared to the previous month. In a post on its X platform yesterday, Mwani Qatar stated “Qatar ports achieved a 14% rise in container handling volumes in April compared to M»»»

Doha, Qatar: In alignment with leading international standards and best practices, Barwa Real Estate Group announced the release of its inaugural sustainability report, a qualitative milestone that demonstrates its unwavering dedication to advancing and integrating sustainability principles into it»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Foundation’s graduating class of 2026, with more than 1,000 students graduating this week, is not only marking an important chapter in their academic journey, but also the beginning of their role as professionals, innovators, and contributors to society. With more than 12,000 alu»»»

Doha, Qatar: Fresh off Al Sadd’s pulsating 6-4 win over Al Shamal in the Amir Cup quarter-final, Rafa Mujica said the Wolves have already turned their attention to Tuesday’s semi-final against arch-rivals Al Duhail. Al Sadd came through a dramatic contest on Friday in what was arguably one of the m»»»

Doha, Qatar: The race for the Amir Cup basketball tournament title enters its decisive phase tomorrow, with the semi-finals set to unfold at the Al Gharafa Indoor Sports Hall. In the first clash, Al Ahli meet last year’s runners-up Al Arabi at 6:00pm. The second semi-final follows at 8:00pm, where »»»

Kyiv, Ukraine: Russian strikes on southern Ukraine killed one person and wounded four, military officials said Sunday, as Russia reported shooting down more than 300 Ukrainian drones, some close to the key cities of Moscow and Saint Petersburg. Russia has fired hundreds of drones on its neighbour a»»»

Doha, Qatar: Khalid Al Eid stole the spotlight in the Diamond Tour as the 12th round of the Longines Hathab – Qatar Equestrian Tour wrapped up at the Qatar Equestrian Federation’s main arena yesterday. Riding Raker, Al Eid clinched the 150cm class with a sharp round in 40.68 seconds, edging out Cyr»»»

The tariff hike on cars and trucks from the European Union announced by US President Donald Trump could cost Germany nearly 15 billion euros ($17.58 billion) in output, an economic institute told Reuters on Saturday. The estimate from the Kiel Institute for the World Economy (IfW) highlights the ex»»»

London: The British Department for Transport announced that airlines will be allowed to combine passengers from different flights onto fewer aircraft as part of temporary measures aimed at reducing jet fuel consumption. The department explained that the new amendment allows for the merging of fligh»»»

Doha, Qatar: The University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) has unveiled new academic programmes for the 2026–2027 academic year, reinforcing its strategic focus on applied education, research, and innovation aligned with Qatar’s long-term development goals. In an exclusive interview with»»»

Algiers: President of Algeria Abdelmadjid Tebboune expressed Algeria's readiness to contribute to efforts to resolve the crisis in Mali, in a way that would help restore security and stability, while emphasizing non-interference in the country’s internal affairs. During a regular meeting with repre»»»

Barclays has raised its 2026 Brent crude forecast to $100 per barrel, signaling that prices could rise further if the impasse in the Strait of Hormuz continues longer than expected. The bank cautioned that the longer the disruption lasts, the bigger and more persistent ⁠the price shock will be, str»»»

Several construction tenders have been withdrawn in recent days by outgoing Minister of Construction and Transport János Lázár, including those related to the Debrecen–Nyíregyháza railway development, the Népliget station on Budapest’s circular railway, and the reconstruction and modernization of t»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Real Estate Regulatory Authority (Aqarat) is advancing a comprehensive strategy to regulate and develop Qatar’s real estate sector, focusing on digital transformation, professional licensing, and consumer protection. Eng. Mubarak Mahboub Al Nuaimi, Director of Licensing and Trainin»»»

Police in Australia's Northern Territory said on Sunday they had charged a man with murdering an Indigenous girl, days after the 5-year-old's death sparked violent clashes in an outback town. Jefferson Lewis, 47, was also charged with two other offences, which cannot be publicly disclosed for legal»»»

The electoral earthquake that shook Hungary on 12 April brought an end to 16 years of rule by Viktor Orbán, one of the most prominent symbols of the conservative right in Europe and beyond. Strangely, Orbán’s survival had been a political priority for both the White House and the Kremlin, the forme»»»

Montira RUNGJIRAJITTRANON Bangkok: Across Bangkok, aromas of garlic, chilli and grilled meat drift from roadside stalls and carts, but tighter controls on vendors threaten livelihoods and the street food culture that defines the Thai capital. Convenient, full of flavour and popular among locals and»»»

BANGKOK: Across Bangkok, aromas of garlic, chili and grilled meat drift from roadside stalls and carts, but tighter controls on vendors threaten livelihoods and the street food culture that defines the Thai capital. Convenient, full of flavor and popular among locals and tourists alike, Bangkok’s s»»»

AMMAN — The Amman Stock Exchange recorded a positive performance during the week from April 26 to 29 in 2026, as the general index rose by 2.46 per cent to close at 3,932.4 points, compared with 3,837.9 points the previous week, indicating improved investor sentiment and renewed buying in leading s»»»

AMMAN — Arab Bank Group reported solid results for the first quarter of 2026, with 2 per cent increase in net income after tax reaching $275.8 million as compared to $271 million for the same period last year.The Group maintained its strong capital base with a total equity of $13.1 billion.Compared»»»

AMMAN — The Arab Potash Company (APC) reported a "strong" performance in the first quarter of 2026, with net profit rising 28 per cent to more than JD60 million, supported by higher sales, improved efficiency, and resilient logistics amid regional disruptions.Consolidated net sales revenue increase»»»

Anup Ojha Kathmandu, Nepal: As global fuel markets reel from the Middle East war, motorists in Nepal are increasingly turning to electric vehicles, with high demand putting a strain on dealerships. Electric microbus driver Purushottam Adhikari said he was now shuttling more passengers along the 300»»»

The war has triggered a global energy crisis, and its effects are increasingly being felt in the United States, even though the country has been more insulated from soaring prices than parts of Asia and Europe. With midterm elections approaching in November, rising fuel prices are becoming a growin»»»

Actors and writers created by artificial intelligence may be able to write and appear in films, but they will not qualify for Oscars under new rules issued by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, which address the use of AI for the first time. The role of artificial intelligence was one»»»