Doha, Qatar: The National Human Rights Committee (NHRC) held a consultative meeting with United Nations branches, offices, and agencies under the title: “Sustaining Partnership and Integrating Roles: Enhancing Paths of Cooperation through a Human Rights-Based Approach.” The meeting focused on stren»»»

Doha, Qatar: Ethiopia has intensified efforts to position itself as one of Africa’s leading tourism and investment destinations, with officials highlighting the country’s rich heritage, diverse landscapes and growing tourism infrastructure during the 4th Ethiopia Tourism Promotion Forum held recent»»»

A cruise ship hit with a deadly hantavirus outbreak arrived in Spain's Canary Islands Sunday, where most of the nearly 150 people on board will be evacuated and flown home after weeks at sea. The Dutch-flagged MV Hondius arrived at the Spanish port of Granadilla escorted by a Civil Guard vessel, AF»»»

Saudi oil giant Aramco reported on Sunday a 25% rise in first-quarter net profit, mainly due to higher sales, while the East-West crude pipeline that circumvents the Strait of Hormuz has reached its full capacity. The world's top oil exporter reported net profit of $32.5 billion in the three months»»»

Amid the regional tensions and western sanctions, a complex network of supply routes is beginning to emerge, underscoring the alliances between Russia, Iran and China in confronting mounting US pressure on Iran’s military program and its ability to maintain its production. In March, Israel carried »»»

Doha, Qatar: At the Second International Migration Review Forum in New York, Qatar urged the global community to prioritise three pivotal areas to advance the future of migration governance. Central to Qatar’s approach is the strategic expansion of regular migration pathways. The State advocated fo»»»

Doha, Qatar: Undersecretary of the Ministry of Labour H E Sheikha Najwa bint Abdulrahman Al Thani yesterday played a leading role at a significant side event entitled “Advancing Fair Recruitment to Achieve the Doha Declaration: From Commitment to Action”, convened alongside the Second International»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) recently organised a national workshop on healthcare-associated infection surveillance at Itqan Clinical Simulation and Innovation Center in Hamad Bin Khalifa Medical City. More than 100 healthcare professionals participated in the two-day workshop,»»»

MIAMI: Rodrigo De Paul, Luis Suarez, Sergio Reguilon and ‌Lionel Messi each scored to lead visiting Inter Miami to a 4-2 win over Toronto FC on Saturday. Messi also had two assists as Miami (6-2-4, 22 points) made ​sure it wouldn’t repeat last week’s stunning 4-3 home loss against Orlando City when»»»

DUBAI: The British military said a ship caught fire Sunday after being hit by an unknown projectile off the coast of Qatar. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations Centre said the attack caused a small fire on the bulk carrier, which was extinguished. There were no reported casualties, it said»»»

Police are seeking unknown thieves who managed to make off with tens of thousands of euros after blowing up a cash machine outside a supermarket northwest of Athens. No injuries were reported from the strong pre-dawn blast on Saturday at Inofyta in the Viotia region. The thieves are believed to hav»»»

Russia and Ukraine on Saturday accused the other of violating a a three-day US-brokered ceasefire, which coincides with Russia's World War II victory celebrations. Russian President Vladimir Putin, however, asserted at a press conference later that evening that the war was "heading to an »»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s facility management (FM) market is poised for strong growth over the next five years, driven by smart-city expansion, sustainability goals, and the redevelopment of major infrastructure assets, according to a report by Mordor Intelligence. The report estimates that the market w»»»

Doha, Qatar: Coinciding with Europe Day on May 9, Finland Ambassador to Qatar H E Juha Mustonen announced the publication of a new policy paper examining the evolving relationship between the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and the European Union, while underscoring Qatar’s growing role as a bridge-»»»

The cruise ship hit ‌by a deadly hantavirus outbreak arrived early on Sunday near the Port of Granadilla in Tenerife, Reuters footage showed, where it will anchor for the evacuation of the passengers and some of the crew. The passengers, none of whom has displayed signs of infection, will be tested»»»

RIYADH: Saudi Aramco posted first-quarter adjusted net income of $33.6 billion, up 26 percent year on year, as resilient operations helped offset regional geopolitical disruptions. The state oil giant reported net income of $32.5 billion in the three months ended March 31, compared with $26 billion»»»

Sofia will host the finish of the Stage 3 of the Giro d’Italia cycling race on Sunday. Ahead of the day’s culmination, residents and visitors will have the opportunity to take part in the special warm-up event Sofia Rides Giro, led by Sofia Mayor Vassil Terziev, the Sofia Municipality press centre »»»

Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar is pressing ahead with major reforms and support measures to strengthen the private sector and enhance the country’s business environment in response to ongoing regional and global economic challenges. The country is implementing qualitative steps toward modernizatio»»»

Dubai: What began as a childhood dream in the Philippines is now taking 12-year-old Seth Warren Bacongallo from the UAE to the US. The Grade 7 student from Homeschool Global Middle East has been set to represent the Emirates at the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington after winning a spellin»»»

Israel has deported two foreign activists taken off a Gaza-bound flotilla, the foreign ministry said on Sunday. Saif Abu Keshek, a Spanish national of Palestinian origin, and Brazilian Thiago Avila were among dozens of activists aboard a flotilla intercepted by the Israeli navy in international wat»»»

ISLAMABAD: Chief of Defense Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir on Sunday described Pakistan’s defense pact with Saudi Arabia as a “major milestone” in Islamabad’s diplomatic success, noting that it would strengthen the defense and security of both nations. Pakistan and Saudi Arabia signed the lan»»»

Israel has deported two foreign activists taken off a Gaza-bound flotilla, the foreign ministry said on Sunday. Saif Abu Keshek, a Spanish national of Palestinian origin, and Brazilian Thiago Avila were among dozens of activists aboard a flotilla intercepted by the Israeli navy in international wat»»»

Little Rann of Kutch, India: India faces challenging heatwaves each year, but few places endure conditions as searing as the country's western desert salt pans, where workers rely on simple techniques to survive almost unbearable temperatures. Up to 50,000 workers in Gujarat spend eight months on t»»»

Doha, Qatar: The much-awaited VIRASAT 3 is all set to mesmerize audiences with an unforgettable evening dedicated to the richness, grace, and timeless beauty of Indian culture and classical arts. Organized by MK Arts Academy / Kathakalaya, this prestigious event will be begin at 5pm on May 15 at DP»»»

LE CASTELLET: For rising Formula One star Isack Hadjar Saturday’s “historic” race at the Paul Ricard Circuit offered a double treat: a chance to bask in the love of French fans and to drive a traditional ‘noisy’ Formula One car. The 21-year-old Parisian has aligned himself with the anti camp this s»»»

WASHINGTON: England’s Alex Fitzpatrick stormed into a one-shot lead at the Truist Championship on Saturday, firing a seven-under-par 64 in the latest impressive display of his fledgling PGA Tour career. Fitzpatrick drained eight birdies and one bogey to finish the third round on 14-under at Quail H»»»

Peshawar, Pakistan: Militants detonated a car bomb at a checkpoint in northwestern Pakistan and opened fire on police, killing at least 12 and wounding five, officials said on Sunday. "Last night in the Fateh Khel area of Bannu, a suicide bomber rammed an explosives-laden vehicle into a police chec»»»

Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova delivered a sharp rebuke to German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, after Merz threatened to confront Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico over his attendance at Moscow’s Victory Day celebrations instead of Europe Day. “There would be no Europe Day withou»»»

By Alaa Abdelwanis The Ministry of Youth and Sports announced the launching of the second phase of the Colourful Cities project, in cooperation with the Culture, Arts and Development Foundation in the governorates of Beheira, Suez, Sohag, Luxor and the New Valley, with the participation of talented»»»

US intelligence assesses that Iran’s new supreme leader is playing a critical role in shaping war strategy alongside senior Iranian officials, according to multiple sources familiar with the intelligence, reported CNN on Saturday. The reports found that “precise authority within a now-fractured reg»»»

Members of the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) elected the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to the Commission on Science and Technology for Development (CSTD) for the 2027–2030 term, the Saudi Press Agency said on Sunday. The election reinforces the Kingdom’s international presence and i»»»

The global economic fallout from the US‑Israeli war with Iran has inadvertently strengthened Russia while weakening NATO economies, creating a window for Kiev to salvage what remains of western Ukraine rather than continue an unwinnable war, a retired US Air Force lieutenant colonel and former Pent»»»

The Baltic states' prohibition of Victory Day commemorations is part of a broader effort to rewrite history and distance themselves from Russia, creating a dangerous flashpoint that could escalate into wider conflict, a documentary director has told RT. Andrei Starikov, director of the film Victory»»»

Rajasthan Royals’ late-season slide ‌in the Indian Premier League continued on Saturday, as a poor bowling effort led to a 77-run loss to Gujarat ​Titans — their fifth defeat in the last seven games — pushing them out of the top four. On a slow pitch that seemed to favor spin, Gujarat openers Sai S»»»

LITTLE RANN OF KUTCH: India faces challenging heatwaves each year, but few places endure conditions as searing as the country’s western desert salt pans, where workers rely on simple techniques to survive almost unbearable temperatures. Up to 50,000 workers in Gujarat spend eight months on the remo»»»

ISLAMABAD: Twelve cops were killed and three others injured late Saturday night as militants carried out a suicide bombing and a subsequent attack at a police checkpoint in Pakistan’s northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province, a police official said. The attack took place late Saturday night as»»»

SEOUL: Kim Su-jin and her husband have set aside their doubts and embraced parenthood, joining a small but notable wave of South Korean couples having children despite the country’s steep demographic decline. South Korea has one of the world’s lowest birth rates, and the government has spent billio»»»

It was all over in record short time. Russia’s annual Victory Day on Red Square ended after only 45 minutes with no displays of any of the Armed Forces of Russia (AFR) military hardware and under extremely tight securit»»»

North Korea has amended its constitution to codify an automatic nuclear response if its enemies attempt to decapitate the government and kill Kim Jong Un with a missile strike or snatch operation, according to South Korean intelligence. »»»

ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari on Sunday vowed that Islamabad would defend its water rights under the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) on the first anniversary of a major military operation that Pakistan launched against India, describing Delhi’s move to suspend the treaty as “weaponization of wate»»»

It was all over in record short time. Russia’s annual Victory Day on Red Square ended after only 45 minutes with no displays of any of the Armed Forces of Russia (AFR) military hardware and under extremely tight securit»»»

Iran's Revolutionary Guards threatened Saturday to target US sites in the Middle East if its tankers come under fire, Iranian media reported, as Washington was left waiting for Tehran's response to its latest negotiating position. "Any attack on Iranian tankers and commercial vessels will result in»»»

Members of the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) elected the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to the Commission on Science and Technology for Development (CSTD) for the 2027–2030 term, the Saudi Press Agency said on Sunday. The election reinforces the Kingdom’s international presence and i»»»

Militants detonated a car bomb at a checkpoint in northwestern Pakistan and opened fire on police, killing at least 12 and wounding five, officials said on Sunday. "Last night in the Fateh Khel area of Bannu, a suicide bomber rammed an explosives-laden vehicle into a police checkpoint, after which »»»

AMMAN — Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) has been established in 2004 and since then the fair became the world's largest and most "influential" Halal trade exhibition, serving as a global platform for businesses, policymakers and industry leaders who are engaged in Halal economy. This »»»

AMMAN — Exports by the Amman Chamber of Industry (ACI) grew by 9.2 per cent during the first quarter of 2026, reflecting the Jordanian industrial sector’s ability to adapt to regional instability, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported.According to the chamber’s statistical report on Saturday, the»»»

The Pentagon on Friday released decades of previously classified UFO sightings recorded by the FBI and NASA and other federal agencies. At least two of the more than 160 documents date back to the 1940s and report sightings of flying "discs” and “saucers”.  The Pentagon on Friday released a fi»»»

The Israeli military launched strikes across southern Lebanon on Saturday after issuing evacuation warnings for several villages in the area, saying it was targeting Hezbollah positions despite an existing ceasefire.    This liveblog is no longer being updated.    • Hezbo»»»

Iran on Saturday questioned the seriousness of US diplomacy while keeping Washington waiting for a response to its latest negotiating position in the wake of renewed naval clashes in the Gulf. A parallel ceasefire on the war's Lebanon front is also under strain amid daily exchan»»»

A French couple who is currently travelling on the MV Hondius, which was recently hit by a hantavirus outbreak, has issued a statement urging media not to “overdramatise” the situation, adding that there is “no panic” among the passengers onboard. "To call this an epidemic is wrong. To imply it's a»»»