A propos - Space race heats up between US, China as NASA lays out Moon base plans
NASA has unveiled its plans to send humans to the Moon, which include establishing a permanent presence on Earth's nearest satellite by the 2030s. It comes as China moves ahead with its own lunar ambitions, launching three astronauts into outer space. FRANCE 24's Sharon Gaffney speaks to Michelle L»»»
Makkah sky witnesses near-perfect solar alignment over Holy Kaaba
MAKKAH: The sky over Makkah witnessed a rare and precise astronomical phenomenon on Thursday at 12:18 PM local time, as the sun aligned almost perfectly directly above the Holy Kaaba, according to SPA. The event, which coincided exactly with the Dhuhr (midday) prayer call, offered a flawless natura»»»
Abdullah bin Zayed holds phone call with Kuwaiti Foreign Minister
ABU DHABI: Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, held a phone call with Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kuwait. During the call, the two sides discussed the latest developments in the region. Also Read: UAE »»»
PM and Japanese FM discuss regional 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 Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan HE Toshimitsu Motegi. During the call, they discussed bilateral relations between the two countries and ways to support and»»»
Katara Eid festivities continue to dazzle visitors
Tribune News Network Doha For the second consecutive day, the Cultural Village Foundation (Katara) continued its Eid Al Adha celebrations with a vibrant programme of cultural, entertainment and family-oriented activities across the Cultural Village and beachfront areas. The festivities brought toge»»»
MoECC conducts beach cleanup campaign during Eid Al Adha
Tribune News Network Doha The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MoECC), represented by the Directorate of Natural Reserves, carried out an extensive cleanup campaign at the beaches of Sealine,Khor Al Adaid Reserve, and Al Dhakira Reserve during the first and second days of the blessed Eid»»»
Qatar’s Awqaf ministry launches award for best digital Hajj app
QNA Doha Qatar’s Ministry of Endowments (Awqaf) and Islamic Affairs has launched a new award for the best digital Hajj application developed by Qatari Hajj campaigns for the 1447 AH pilgrimage season. The initiative aims to accelerate digital transformation in Hajj services and encourage campaigns »»»
Qatari Hajj Mission’s Mina camps highlight advanced organisation and facilities
QNA Makkah Al-Mukarramah Pilgrims from the State of Qatar are spending the Days of Tashriq of the 1447 AH Hajj season in their camps at the holy site of Mina, where they continue the ritual of stoning the three Jamarat. While some pilgrims will depart on Friday, the 12th of Dhu Al Hijjah, exercisin»»»
Justice Department launches probe into columnist who accused Trump of sexual assault, source says
The US Justice Department has launched an investigation for perjury into E. Jean Carroll, the columnist who a 2023 civil trial found had been sexually assaulted by US President Donald Trump in a New York department store 30 years ago, a source close to the matter told AP Thursday. The Justice»»»
4 hospitalized as gas explosion levels Dallas apartment building - UPI.com
Firefighters search through the rubble of an apartment building in Dallas in the hours after an explosion and massive fire leveled the structure. At least four people were hospitalized as the search for victims continued. Photo courtesy Dallas Fire Rescue/X May 28 (UPI) -- At least four people were»»»
Initial framework: US, Iran edge toward 60-day deal to prevent further escalation
US and Iranian negotiators have reportedly agreed in principle to a framework that would extend a fragile ceasefire for 60 days and open formal negotiations over the future of Iran’s nuclear program, according to US officials familiar with the talks. The proposed agreement, reported by the BBC, has»»»
Black people lack the ‘cultural power’ to be racist against whites – British schools
Students are being taught that black people cannot be racist towards white people as part of an educational initiative aimed at, yes, countering racism. According to teaching materials adopted by a group of Sheffield schools and introduced by Notre Dame High School, teenagers are explicitly taught:»»»
U.S. denies it has closed embassy in Ukraine capital after Russian attack warnings - UPI.com
The United States said that it has not closed its embassy after warnings from Russia that all foreign citizens should leave Ukraine's capital, Kyiv, ahead of significant military actions it has planned there. File Photo by Sergey Dolzhenko/EPA May 28 (UPI) -- The U.S. embassy in Kyiv plans to remai»»»
Germany drafts law forcing ex-soldiers into mandatory military drills – Spiegel
Germany is drawing up a law that would force former soldiers to attend regular military exercises, as Berlin pushes ahead with its militarization campaign, Der Spiegel reported on Wednesday. Moscow has denounced the EU’s military buildup as being aimed against Russia and a ploy to distract the publ»»»
Bessent: Oman assured US it has no plans to toll Strait of Hormuz
WASHINGTON: Oman assured the United States on Thursday that there are no plans to toll the Strait of Hormuz, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said. Bessent told a White House press briefing that he spoke with the Omani ambassador about the issue. "I told him that this was a non-starter a»»»
Saudi crown prince hosts annual Hajj reception for Muslim leaders and officials
MINA: Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman hosted the Kingdom’s annual reception for heads of state, senior officials, Islamic figures and Hajj delegation leaders at Mina Palace on Thursday following this year’s pilgrimage. Among those attending the reception were leaders and senior representativ»»»
Al-Shaibani conveys President al-Sharaa’s greetings to Saudi Crown Prince
Mina, May.28 (SANA) Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani said he was “honored to meet HRH Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud during the annual reception for pilgrims at Mina Palace. The minister conveyed the greetings of President Ahmad al-Sharaa to the C»»»
WHO experts want trials on potential Ebola vaccines, treatments
GENEVA: The World Health Organization said Thursday its advisory groups had recommended clinical trials for vaccines and treatments that could be useful against the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola. No vaccine or treatment exists for the strain behind the deadly Ebola outbreak which is gripping eastern D»»»
NATO chief praises Hungary under PM Magyar, and Belgium’s famous cat steals the show – video
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte praised Hungary’s contribution to the alliance’s defence and deterrence capabilities during talks with Prime Minister Péter Magyar in Brussels on Thursday, according to a statement released by NATO. The meeting focused on preparations for the upcoming NATO summit i»»»
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer decides not to run for president in 2028 - UPI.com
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, whose second and final term ends later this year, said Thursday in an interview that she will not run for president in 2028. File Photo by Tannen Maury/UPI | License Photo May 28 (UPI) -- Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will not run for president in 2028, planning ins»»»
Aid supplies reach heart of Congo’s Ebola outbreak as WHO head travels to Kinshasa
BUNIA, Congo: Aid workers rushed supplies Thursday to the center of Congo’s outbreak of a rare type of Ebola virus while beleaguered medical personnel struggled with a lack of equipment, a distrustful population and armed groups in a volatile region. A white cargo plane with aid donated by the Euro»»»
Kenya approves American plan to open Ebola quarantine facility
NAIROBI: Kenya has provided written approval for the US to open a quarantine facility in the East African nation for Americans exposed to the Ebola outbreak centered in the Democratic Republic of Congo, said two US officials briefed on the response. The authorization grants the US access to land a»»»
Gaza mourns 10 killed in Eid strikes as Netanyahu vows wider control of the strip
GAZA CITY: Dozens of Palestinians in Gaza City gathered on Thursday for funeral prayers for 10 people killed in Israeli strikes the night before, including five children and an elderly person, as well as a Hamas militant. More than 20 people were injured in the strikes, according to Shifa Hospital.»»»
Ballon d’Or awards for world’s best soccer players in 2026 moves from Paris to London
LONDON: The Ballon d’Or ceremony to crown the best men’s and women’s players in soccer is moving from its traditional Paris home to London in October. The venue change for the Oct. 26 ceremony marks the 70th anniversary of the first award won by England great Stanley Matthews, co-organizers France »»»
Iraq prime minister urges armed groups to join state institutions
BAGHDAD: Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi has urged armed factions to join state institutions. Al-Zaidi, who only recently took office, has voiced support for the state’s monopoly on weapons as Washington calls for groups it designates as terrorist organizations to hand over their weapons to the g»»»
Hezbollah Warns Israeli Claims Over Qaraoun Dam Could Prelude New Aggression
Hezbollah on Thursday dismissed Israeli claims regarding the Qaraoun Dam as false allegations and “fabricated pretexts aimed at justifying a dangerous escalation near one of Lebanon’s most vital strategic facilities. In a statement issued on Thursday, Hezbollah warned that the Israeli accusations c»»»
Hezbollah: The Israeli enemy spreads false claims about the Qaraoun Dam to justify its continued attacks on Lebanon and violations against civilians, children, medics, and journalists - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah: The Israeli enemy spreads false claims about the Qaraoun Dam to justify its continued attacks on Lebanon and violations against »»»
Hezbollah fighters targeted gatherings of Israeli occupation army vehicles and soldiers in the town of Zawtar Al-Sharqiyah, on the outskirts of Yohmor Al-Shaqif, with rocket barrages: Military Media Statements 13, 14 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah fighters targeted gatherings of Israeli occupation army vehicles and soldiers in the town of Zawtar Al-Sharqiyah, on the outskirt»»»
Negotiators agree on new cease-fire deal; Trump hasn't yet approved - UPI.com
Iranian women carry photographs of relatives killed in the war Sunday. Negotiators have come to a cease-fire agreement between the United States and Iran, but President Donald Trump and Iranian leadership haven't yet approved it. Photo by Behnam Tofighi/UPI | License Photo May 28 (UPI) -- A tentati»»»
Amir receives phone call from US President
Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received a phone call from the President of the United States of America, HE Donald Trump. During the call, the two leaders reviewed the latest developments in the Middle East region in light of the ongoing political and security developments»»»
Saudi officials praise coordination efforts in Hajj
MAKKAH: The Kingdom’s Unified Media Operations Center at the Ministry of Media held its third press briefing for the Hajj season. Ministry of Interior security spokesperson, Brig. Gen. Talal bin Shalhoub, said that security and traffic plans were successfully implemented during pilgrim movement to »»»
Families of Sudanese martyrs reflect in Mina
MINA: The families of Sudanese martyrs and wounded servicemen who took part in the Decisive Storm and Renewal of Hope operations in Yemen carry memories of lost loved ones never absent from their prayers. Arriving in the Kingdom after years of patience and heavy memories, these families have found »»»
Saudi Arabia emerges as regional launchpad for Egyptian companies
RIYADH: Egyptian companies are increasingly choosing Saudi Arabia as their first destination for international expansion, as the Kingdom’s economic transformation, industrial scale, and investment momentum create new opportunities across manufacturing, hospitality, technology, and consumer sectors.»»»
Sen. Estrada faces arrest on corruption charges
MANILA: A Philippine senator and son of a former president could soon face arrest after an anti-graft body charged him on Thursday with receiving illicit payouts in an infrastructure scandal that has slowed economic growth and hammered consumer and investor confidence. The Office of the Ombudsman »»»
Al-Sharaa vows continued reforms as Syria rebuilds infrastructure
DAMASCUS: Syria’s ambitious economic reforms will develop beyond the recent salary increases for public sector workers, President Ahmad Al-Sharaa has said. Speaking during a meeting on Wednesday with dignitaries and residents from Aleppo province, Al-Sharaa said that the government, since liberatio»»»
Leverkusen beat Bayern in Bundesliga profit ranking, league report shows
FRANKFURT: Bayer Leverkusen topped the German Bundesliga’s latest annual profit ranking, a report on financial results by Germany’s top soccer league showed on Thursday, with this season’s champions on the pitch, Bayern Munich, coming in second financially. The ranking — based on a mix of results »»»
Where We Are Going Today: Butter Bakery in Abha
While looking for a nice spot to have breakfast on a recent trip to Abha, my husband and I came across Butter Bakery. What first caught my attention was the charming exterior of the cafe, with its small white picket fence, lush green trees, stone pathways and an elegant white door framed by beautif»»»
Syria expresses solidarity with Kuwait following aerial attack
Damascus, May.28 (SANA) The Syrian Arab Republic condemned the targeting of the State of Kuwait with missiles and drones by Iran on Thursday, reaffirmed that the attack constitutes a flagrant violation of Kuwait’s sovereignty and of international law. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreig»»»
Hezbollah fighters targeted gatherings of Israeli occupation army vehicles and soldiers at a newly established position, as well as in the towns of Addaisseh and Arab Al-Luwaiza, with swarms of attack drones: Military Media Statements 16 to 18 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Hezbollah fighters targeted a gathering of Israeli occupation army vehicles and soldiers at the Al-Malkiyeh site with a drone strike: Military Media Statement 15 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah fighters targeted a gathering of Israeli occupation army vehicles and soldiers at the Al-Malkiyeh site with a drone strike: Milit»»»
Supreme Court tosses conviction, death penalty in Mississippi case - UPI.com
The Supreme Court threw out the conviction and death penalty for a Mississippi man because of racial bias in jury selection. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo May 28 (UPI) -- The U.S. Supreme Court agreed with a lower court's ruling that a Mississippi man's conviction and death penalty »»»
Global temperatures expected to keep setting heat records through 2030 - UPI.com
A report from the World Meteorological Organization in an annual report on global temperatures predicted that annual averages are likely to continue to rise during the next five years, and at least one year is likely to set a new record high average. File Photo by Pat Benic/UPI | License Photo May »»»
Karachi’s Baloch basket weavers in big demand at Eid
KARACHI: In the narrow streets of Karachi’s historic Lyari neighborhood, stacks of handwoven baskets sit outside homes and workshops as elderly Baloch men and women bend over strips of dried reeds and palm leaves, weaving patterns passed down over generations. And in the days before Eid Al-Adha, th»»»
What a rescued photo archive reveals about life before the devastation of Gaza
LONDON: A happy family gathers for a picnic. A laughing couple celebrate their wedding with friends. Two children stroll along an idyllic beach, the Mediterranean lapping at their feet and palm trees fringing the sand. This is Gaza, before the horrors, captured through the lens of photographer Kegh»»»
US should send Ukraine more air defense missiles, congressmen say
KYIV: The US government should respond positively to President Volodymyr Zelensky’s request for more air defense missiles to shield Ukraine’s capital from a threatened escalation in Russian bombardment, two US congressmen said on Thursday. Zelensky wrote to US President Donald Trump and the member»»»
OpenAI and Anthropic split over AI jobs apocalypse warnings
The heads of two leading artificial intelligence companies have offered sharply different forecasts on whether the technology will trigger mass job losses. The split comes as as Meta, Microsoft, Amazon, and other tech giants continue large-scale layoffs tied to AI restructuring. OpenAI CEO Sam Altm»»»
Iran says it targeted US base in response to new strikes
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said it targeted a US airbase in the region on Thursday in response to new strikes, marking the second armed clash between the rivals this week. The latest confrontation began with reports of explosions shortly after midnight in Iran’s southern port c»»»
Syria congratulates Azerbaijan on independence day, reaffirms expanding relation
Damascus, May.28 (SANA) The Syrian Arab Republic extended congratulations to the Republic of Azerbaijan on the occasion of its Independence Day. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates said in a statement published on its Telegram channel on Thursday that “the Syrian Arab Republic extends i»»»
Gold prices rebound as dollar weakens
London: Gold prices rose on Thursday after falling earlier to their lowest level in two months, supported by a weaker US dollar and lower oil prices. Spot gold climbed 0.5% to $4,477.59 an ounce, recovering from its lowest level since late March. US gold futures also gained 0.6% to $4,475.60. The d»»»
Nicaragua returns gold mine to U.S.-linked company - UPI.com
Nicaragua's government said it will return mining company BHMB Mining to its original owners after the operation was confiscated in September 2025. File Photo by Christobal Herrera-Ulashkevich May 28 (UPI) -- Nicaragua's government said it will return mining company BHMB Mining to its original owne»»»