Middle East Observer 25m

Aeolus to Invest $395 Million in Egypt Tyre Manufacturing Expansion

Chinese tyre manufacturer Aeolus Tyre Co., Ltd. plans to invest nearly $395 million in a major tyre manufacturing project in Alexandria, reinforcing Egypt’s growing role as a regional industrial and export hub serving African, Middle Eastern, and European markets. The project will be developed thro»»»

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Middle East Observer 25m

Can Digital Banking Help Expand Financial Inclusion in Egypt?

Egypt’s expansion into digital banking could become one of the country’s most significant financial transformation opportunities over the coming decade, particularly as policymakers seek to widen financial inclusion, modernise banking services, and integrate larger segments of the population into t»»»

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The Peninsula 27m

Morocco building collapse kills four

Rabat: A residential building in the Moroccan city of Fes collapsed on Thursday, killing four people and injuring six others, state media reported. News agency MAP cited local authorities as saying rescue operations were underway to find any survivors trapped under the rubble. It was unclear how ma»»»

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Arab News 27m

Devoted to serving pilgrims, Bangladeshi man undertakes Hajj for two decades

DHAKA: When he was at university, Mokarrebur Rahman was planning to perform Hajj — a dream his friends laughed at, as he struggled to afford even one meal a day. Little did they know that the opportunity would soon come, and that he would make sure not to miss a single pilgrimage thereafter. Rahman»»»

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Arab News 27m

MBC Studios unveils new Saudi productions at Cannes Film Festival

DUBAI: Saudi Arabia’s MBC Studios has unveiled a slate of new Saudi film and television productions during the Cannes Film Festival 2026. Among the projects announced is “Hell of the Transients,” the first feature film directed by Saudi filmmaker Hana Al-Omair. The film, adapted from the work of be»»»

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Arab News 29m

Over 114,000 Pakistani pilgrims reach Saudi Arabia as pre-Hajj flights end today

ISLAMABAD: Over 114,000 Pakistani pilgrims have arrived in Saudi Arabia, the religious affairs ministry said on Thursday, with the last pre-Hajj flight from Pakistan to depart for the Kingdom today. Pakistan launched its pre-Hajj flight operation to send over 179,000 pilgrims to Saudi Arabia on Apr»»»

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Tanjug 31m

Tanjug in China: A country creating a future while preserving tradition

BEIJING - With a population of more than 1.4 billion, China is one of the world's most populous countries as well as one of the fastest-growing economies, whose cities are growing at an incredible pace while history and culture remain deeply intertwined with everyday life. Tanjug had an opportunity»»»

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Sputnik 31m

Russian Forces Liberate Shesterovka Settlement in Kharkov Region - MoD

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Russian armed forces have liberated the settlement of Shesterovka in the Kharkov region, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Thursday. "Units of Battlegroup Sever have actively established control over the settlement of Shesterovka in the Kharkov region," the ministry said i»»»

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Gulf News 31m

Cuba’s new crisis explained: From sanctions to showdown fears

For many outside Latin America, Cuba can feel frozen in time — a communist island associated with Fidel Castro, vintage cars and decades of confrontation with the United States. But in recent months, Cuba has found itself at the centre of a rapidly escalating geopolitical crisis involving economic »»»

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Gulf News 31m

Kuwait to operate 63 flights for 2026 Hajj, transporting 8,400 pilgrims

Kuwait's General Civil Aviation Authority has launched its operational plan for the 2026 Hajj season, with 63 scheduled flights set to transport around 8,400 pilgrims and administrators from Kuwait to Saudi Arabia. The flights will depart from Terminal 4 at Kuwait International Airport between May »»»

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Gulf News 32m

Demand holding strong for ultra-luxury properties, Bayut data suggests

At moments of geopolitical uncertainty, the clearest test of a property market is not whether activity slows, but how it returns. Recent data from Bayut, the UAE’s leading proptech platform, suggests that demand is not disappearing so much as reordering itself. More importantly, the pattern is visi»»»

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TAP 32m

Increased cooperation with Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung sought

Tunis, May 21 (TAP) - Tunisia's Ambassador to Germany Elyes Ghariani met Wednesday in Berlin with Director of Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) Tunisia Manuel Gath. The meeting is part of the follow-up of bilateral cooperation, the embassy said on...»»»

UPI 34m

Watch: Mysterious roof poops lead California man to mountain lion encounter - UPI.com

May 20 (UPI) -- A California man who noticed mysterious feces on the roof of his guest house ended up in a close encounter with the source -- a mountain lion. Bill Dabney said he spotted the unusual droppings on the roof of his guest house in Pasadena and it was immediately clear that they were not»»»

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UPI 34m

Watch: Sold truck remaining at Kansas dealership due to robin's nest - UPI.com

May 20 (UPI) -- A Ford F-250 sold by a Kansas dealership is remaining at the facility for the time being due to a robin's nest on the pickup truck's tire. The Olathe Ford Lincoln dealership revealed on social media that an employee recently noticed a mother robin building her nest right atop one of»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 38m

Court Finds Petyo "The Euro" Petrov Guilty of Forging Documents, Imposes EUR 2,556 Fine

The Sofia City Court found former investigator Petyo Petrov, known by the nickname "The Euro", guilty of forging documents and imposed an administrative penalty of EUR 2,556. The ruling can be appealed or protested. The court also revoked Petrov's permanent detention order and withdrew the European»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 38m

Tourism Ministry to Establish Reform Unit Within National Tourist Council

A special tourism reform unit will be established within the National Tourist Council, which will coordinate directly with the tourism industry without creating a new administrative body, Tourism Minister Ilin Dimitrov said Thursday in Burgas. He noted that after talks with Black Sea municipalities»»»

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The Peninsula 39m

Dubai launches second economic incentives package worth $408 million

Dubai: Dubai will provide economic incentives worth more than $400 million, authorities said Thursday, as businesses struggle to cope with the aftermath of the Middle East war and Iran's blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. Authorities approved "a second package of economic incentives valued at AED 1.»»»

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Gulf News 44m

Philippines EV charging snags: Red tape, patchwork rules despite surging demand — here's the way forward

Manila: The rollout of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in the Philippines has been slowed by a mix of regulatory bottlenecks, uneven local government rules, slow permitting, grid and safety concerns — fueling investor uncertainty despite strong EV sales growth. Industry officials say demand»»»

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Gulf News 47m

University rankings alone no longer define study abroad success

While university rankings continue to play an important role in study abroad decisions, students should also evaluate how well a university and degree align with their career goals, employment prospects, and post-study opportunities, panelists highlighted during a discussion titled ROI or rankings:»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 50m

National Ombudsman Meets with Members of Diplomatic Corps in Bulgaria

National Ombudsman Velislava Delcheva held a meeting with representatives of diplomatic missions of European Union member states, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Switzerland accredited in Bulgaria, the Ombudsman’s press service said on Thursday. During the discussions, she presented the »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 50m

Foreign Minister, UK Minister of State for Europe Discuss Bilateral Strategic Partnership

Minister of Foreign Affairs Velislava Petrova-Chamova met with the UK Minister of State for Europe, North America and Overseas Territories, Stephen Doughty, the Foreign Ministry press service reported on Thursday. The two discussed the progress and future prospects of the strategic partnership betw»»»

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The Peninsula 51m

Qatar, Uzbekistan sign MoU for military cooperation

Doha, Qatar: HE Sheikh Saud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan Al Thani, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defense Affairs, met with HE Lieutenant General Shukhrat Khalmukhamedov, Minister of Defense of the Republic of Uzbekistan, and the accompanying delegation, during his visit to the State»»»

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Qatar Tribune 54m

Amir expresses delight at diversity, intellectual richness of DIBF 2026

DOHA: His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani expressed his delight with the diversity and intellectual richness he witnessed during his tour on Thursday at the Doha International Book Fair (DIBF 2026). In a post published on his official account on the platform »»»

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Qatar Tribune 54m

Lekhwiya concludes first phase of 2026 training programme

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 Staff Major General Mohammed Misfer Al Shahwani, along with senior military and security officials from across the country. The ceremon»»»

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Gulf News 56m

Vapiano introduces breakfast for the first time in its history across UAE outlets

Dubai: Vapiano is set to introduce breakfast for the first time in its history across its UAE outlets, marking an exciting new chapter for the international dining brand. The new Vapiano Breakfast Menu has been created to bring a fresh, social, and relaxed international lifestyle experience to the »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 1h