Goodbye traffic? Manila-Lucena superhighway set to transform Southern Luzon travel
Manila: Motorists traveling to Quezon province from the Philippine capital Manila could soon see significantly shorter travel times as the long-awaited South Luzon Expressway Toll Road 4 (SLEX TR4) moves closer to completion, marking a major step in one of the country's most important infrastructur»»»
Press Review - Chinese-linked tech company uses AI to predict who might become a dissident
PRESS REVIEW – Wednesday, June 3, 2026: The British front pages discuss the murder of 18-year-old student Henry Nowak after the release of shocking police bodycam footage. Next, the Trump administration's appointment of the new director of national intelligence is getting a lot of coverage. Al»»»
The UAE built world-class cultural institutions: What comes next?
Cultural ambition is measured by what a country builds. Cultural strength is defined by who carries it forward. With the launch of Tashyeed, a new phase in the country’s cultural development comes into focus. The focus is no longer only on what has been built, but on how that progress is carried fo»»»
EU wants to favour European firms for most sensitive cloud, AI contracts
The EU on Wednesday proposed favouring European companies in public contracts for cloud computing and AI services in the most sensitive sectors as part of a bigger package to cut reliance on foreign firms. EU tech chief Henna Virkkunen insisted that "we are not closing anyone out" but told journali»»»
When will UAE fuel prices start dropping? What global oil experts say
Dubai: After four consecutive months of fuel price increases, many UAE motorists are hoping relief is finally around the corner. There are signs that global oil markets are cooling. Brent crude, the international benchmark, is trading around $97 a barrel, down from the $110-$120 levels seen earlier»»»
Poll: U.S. support for LGBTQ+ issues still lower than one-time peak - UPI.com
1 of 2 | Supporters watch as local politicians and others raise an LGBTQ+ Pride flag in February at the Stonewall National Monument in New York City after the Trump administration had the National Park Service remove it earlier in the week. A Gallup poll released Wednesday shows people in the Unite»»»
Truth or Fake - Trump compares White House UFC arena to Eiffel Tower, hints it could stay permanently
In a video posted to his official Tiktok account on Wednesday, US President Donald Trump suggested he may never remove the enormous UFC arena that’s being constructed on the White House lawn for his birthday celebrations. He also compared it to the iconic Eiffel Tower in Paris, also initially meant»»»
Spotlight - Oddone hails EU-Mercosur accord's 'civilisational approach' beyond commercial and economic interests
Français Picard is pleased to welcome Gabriel Oddone, economist, professor and Uruguay's Economy and Finance Minister. He offers a striking defense of the social democratic model at a moment when much of Latin America appears to be espousing hard right socio-political and economic policies. Speakin»»»
Algeria court clears way for pardon of jailed French journalist Christophe Gleizes
French sports journalist Christophe Gleizes, detained in Algeria since 2024 on terror charges, may be eligible for a possible presidential pardon, his lawyers said Wednesday. Algeria's Court de Cassation, the country's highest appeals court, rejected prosecutors' calls for a tougher sentence, »»»
MOPCO, Egypt’s largest industrial facility dedicated to producing nitrogenous fertilizers
Eng. Karim Badawi, the Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, recently visited the MOPCO Fertilizers Production Complex in Damietta to evaluate the ongoing production processes. During his visit, he highlighted the importance of advancing development efforts, adhering to stringent safety stan»»»
Sabalenka ousted by Shnaider as shocks continue to rock French Open
PARIS: Aryna Sabalenka was dumped out of the French Open on a windy Wednesday at Roland Garros as Diana Shnaider staged an inspired comeback to beat the world number one 3-6 7-5 6-0 and further blow open the draw heading into the semifinals. In a tournament that has already witnessed several shock»»»
Lebanon, Israel agree ceasefire contingent on cessation of Hezbollah fire, withdrawal of its fighters
Lebanon and Israel agreed early Thursday to "the implementation of a ceasefire." Below is the full text of a joint statement issued by the U.S., Lebanon and Israel after two days of talks in Washington: "The United States convened the fourth high-level trilateral meeting between Israeli and Lebanes»»»
Israel, Lebanon agree to renew fragile ceasefire and create Lebanese security zones
BEIRUT: Israel and Lebanon agreed Wednesday to renew their fragile ceasefire and create a number of “pilot” security zones inside Lebanon from which Hezbollah militants would be banned. In a joint statement released after a fourth round of US-mediated talks at the State Department, the two sides sa»»»
Video: CCTV footage reveals moment Iran Shahed-136 drone hits Kuwait airport terminal
Video: Kuwait Airport terminal hit by Iranian drone as Tehran blames US patriot malfunction CCTV footage from multiple angles captured a low-flying drone slamming into a passenger terminal at Kuwait International Airport on Wednesday, causing visible damage. This raises questions about the accuracy»»»
'It is by the grace of God that you find a diamond'
'It is by the grace of God that you find a diamond' 5 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleEd ButlerBusiness reporter, Kono, Sierra Leone AFP via Getty ImagesDiamond miners in Sierra Leone can hunt for days on end and find none of the precious stones The rising popularity of lab-grown diam»»»
How QF’s schools have shaped the future of their graduates
Tribune News Network Doha As the Class of 2026 from Qatar Foundation schools prepare to embark on a new chapter in their lives, alumni of one of the schools –Qatar Academy Doha – are reflecting on the moments there that shaped their personalities, broadened their perspectives, and guided them towar»»»
Sheikha Moza attends QF Schools Commencement Ceremony to honour 401 graduates from 7 schools
Tribune News Network Doha Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Chairperson of Qatar Foundation (QF), attended the QF Schools Commencement Ceremony, which celebrated the achievements of 401 graduates from seven schools within the organisation’s unique educational ecosystem. Her Excellency Sheikha »»»
US House approves war powers resolution to halt military action against Iran
WASHINGTON: The US House approved a war powers resolution Wednesday that would halt the US military action against Iran, defying President Donald Trump as a handful of Republicans joined with Democrats to end the three-month-long war that has reordered politics at home and abroad. House Speaker Mik»»»
EU to move Ukraine accession bid forward as Hungary drops veto
BRUSSELS: The EU on Wednesday agreed to move Ukraine and Moldova to the next stage in their membership bids, as diplomats said Hungary signalled it was dropping its long-standing veto against Kyiv. “This marks a significant milestone in their European integration path, and sends a strong message of»»»
Mega IPO: SpaceX seen raising $75 billion in share offering, valuation skyrocketing to $1.77 trillion
SpaceX, formally known as Space Exploration Technologies Corp., has unveiled plans for what could become the largest initial public offering (IPO) of all time, as it sets it sights on making humans "multiplanetary". The company founded by Elon Musk targets a valuation of about $1.75 trillion to $1.»»»
Mullin says ICE training will return to ‘regular standards’ - UPI.com
1 of 5 | Markwayne Mullin, secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, and Troy Edgar, deputy secretary, are shown Wednesday during a House Homeland Security Committee hearing on the fiscal year 2027 budget request for DHS in the Canon House Office Building near the U.S. Capitol in Washington»»»
Sneaker Con Doha draws record visitors in largest Sneaker Con event in history
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Calendar has concluded the inaugural edition of Sneaker Con Doha, which took place from May 29 to 31 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC), marking a major milestone for the globally renowned franchise. Welcoming more than 33,000 visitors over three day»»»
QU medical student pursues excellence in medicine, research, community service
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar University (QU) Health Sector has highlighted the inspiring journey of Talal Al Sayed, whose curiosity and empathy from an early age guided him toward pursuing a career in medicine. A childhood accident became a defining moment that shaped his professional aspiration»»»
EAA marks 74 Afghan scholars’ graduation from 27 US institutions through Qatar Scholarship
Tribune News Network Doha Education Above All (EAA) Foundation, a global foundation for education and development, with the support of its strategic partner, the Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD), celebrated the graduation of 74 Afghan students supported through the Qatar Scholarship for Afghans Pr»»»
Qatar’s FIFA experiencecontinues to support global sport community
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar’s hosting journey did not end with the FIFA World Cup 2022 as the expertise and partnerships built through that tournament continue to support the global sporting community, including preparations for the FIFA World Cup 2026 across North America, said Ambassador of Q»»»
QGOSM adopts technical regulations to extend sales period for vehicle tyres
Tribune News Network Doha In an effort to enhance road user safety and ensure the quality of products available in the local market, the Qatar General Organisation for Standards and Metrology (QGOSM) has announced the adoption of new regulations to extend the sales period for tyres used in passenge»»»
Israeli strikes kill 8 in southern Lebanon, including 2 medics, as border tensions escalate
At least eight people were killed in separate Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon on Wednesday, according to Lebanon's Ministry of Public Health. The dead included two paramedics whose ambulance was hit while responding to emergencies. The ministry's Emergency Operations Center said an air strike o»»»
Senators debate Trump’s ‘denaturalization’ plans for American citizens - UPI.com
An aide to Sen. Eric Schmitt holds up a sign Wednesday depicting the radicalization of Mirsad Ramic, a naturalized U.S. citizen who was convicted in 2024 of providing material support to ISIS after traveling to Syria to join the terrorist organization. The hearing was held at the at the Dirksen Sen»»»
Scientists discover ancient bird with enormous tail feathers for courtship - UPI.com
(A) The holotype specimen of Plumadraco, (B) a closer view of the body and, (C) a line drawing of the same portion of the body shown in B. Image courtesy Clark et al./PLoS One Scientists have identified a 121-million-year-old fossil as a new prehistoric bird species. A recent study described the ex»»»
EU to move Ukraine accession bid forward as Hungary drops veto
BRUSSELS: The EU on Wednesday agreed to move Ukraine and Moldova to the next stage in their membership bids, as diplomats said Hungary signalled it was dropping its long-standing veto against Kyiv. “This marks a significant milestone in their European integration path, and sends a strong message of»»»
Qatar elected Rapporteur of UN General Assembly's Sixth Committee for its 81st session
NEW YORK: The Sixth Committee of the United Nations General Assembly, which is responsible for legal matters, the codification of international law, and its progressive development, has elected Abdulaziz Fadala Al Sulaiti, Second Secretary at the Permanent Mission of the State of Qatar to the Unite»»»
Iran Navy Targets ‘Command Center’ aboard US Destroyer in Retaliation for Aggression
The Iranian Navy announces targeting the “command-and-control center” behind recent US violations, saying the facility was located aboard an American destroyer operating in the Sea of Oman. The development was announced in a statement released by the Army’s Public Relations Office on Wednesday. The»»»
Aura Energy targets 2026 FID for Mauritania uranium mine following deal with "major" nuclear utility
Aura Energy (ASX: AEE, AIM: AURA) is targeting a final investment decision (FID) for its Tiris uranium project in Mauritania by the end of 2026 after signing a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with a “major international nuclear utility” and advancing multiple funding options. The Australian »»»
EU targets Kyrgyzstan in first use of new sanctions tool to hit third parties aiding Russia
The European Union has for the first time imposed trade restrictions on a third country for systematically facilitating the circumvention of sanctions against Russia, marking a significant escalation in Brussels' efforts to tighten the economic pressure on Moscow more than four years after the inva»»»
EU targets Kyrgyzstan in first use of new sanctions tool to hit third parties aiding Russia
The European Union has for the first time imposed trade restrictions on a third country for systematically facilitating the circumvention of sanctions against Russia, marking a significant escalation in Brussels' efforts to tighten the economic pressure on Moscow more than four years after the inva»»»
The Debate - Can Europe own its digital destiny? EU unveils tech sovereignty roadmap
The list runs long, strategic sectors where Europe's rarely the master of its own destiny, energy, manufacturing, even its nuclear deterrence. How about digital? Who even owns the personal data of its own citizens? The European Commission this Wednesday unveiling its tech sovereignty roadmap. »»»
AI chatbot responses polluted by pro-Russian disinformation
AI-driven chatbots are increasingly being used as sources of information, but they are also vulnerable to disinformation campaigns. Experts have found that pro-Russian misinformation, in particular, can seep into the responses generated by these conversational agents. Claims have been circulating o»»»
Where We Are Going Today: Spicy Bowl China
As someone who is always searching for authentic and affordable international food in Riyadh, I recently visited Spicy Bowl China in east Riyadh, a small Chinese restaurant that has gained attention on social media for its Nanchang-style noodles. The restaurant is owned and operated by Chinese staf»»»
Hormuz crisis leaves poorer nations struggling with higher fuel bills and political unrest
LONDON: The first sign that something had snapped in Kenya was not a headline on a trading screen but the silence on Nairobi’s usually jammed roads. On a Monday in mid‑May, matatu drivers parked up their minibuses over yet another steep fuel price hike blamed on the war in the Gulf. By the time the»»»
Women say they were raped, ransomed by RSF men in ongoing Sudan civil war
KHARTOUM: Naked, hungry, raped and lying in her own urine, the woman said her captors after two days of misery handed her a phone. Call your friends and family, they said. Tell them to buy your freedom or you’ll be killed. The 38-year-old said she screamed on the calls as horrified loved ones liste»»»
Queen Rania says ‘sense of heaviness’ felt across Middle East troubled by conflict
LONDON: Queen Rania reaffirmed Jordan’s commitment to humility and diplomacy in a Middle East troubled by conflict during a speech at the South by Southwest London conference on Wednesday. She said that since late 2023 a prevailing “sense of heaviness” had been felt across the Middle East, particul»»»
Five Eyes security alliance warns of Chinese espionage threat
LONDON: Security agencies from the “Five Eyes” alliance which includes the United States and Britain issued a warning on Wednesday about Chinese spies aggressively using online job platforms to recruit people with access to sensitive information. The “Safeguarding Our Secrets” bulletin says China»»»
NASA declares MAVEN spacecraft dead, mission at an end - UPI.com
The Mars Atmosphere and Volatile Evolution spacecraft undergoes final preparations in September 2013 at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. After more than 11 years in space, NASA declared the MAVEN spacecraft and mission dead Wednesday. File photo by Joe Marino-Bill Cantrell/UPI | License Photo J»»»
Five Eyes security alliance warns of Chinese espionage threat
LONDON: Security agencies from the “Five Eyes” alliance which includes the United States and Britain issued a warning on Wednesday about Chinese spies aggressively using online job platforms to recruit people with access to sensitive information. The “Safeguarding Our Secrets” bulletin says China»»»
TABADUL cross-regional trading platform to connect exchanges and borders
AMMAN — The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) and the Amman Stock Exchange (ASE) activated a new cross-border trading link through the Tabadul Connectivity Platform, to make it easier for investors in Jordan and the UAE to access each other's markets using local brokers and local currencies.Speak»»»
Tête à tête - 'Both sides are committed' to US-EU trade deal, US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer says
In an interview with FRANCE 24, US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer insisted that despite fresh US tariffs proposed this Wednesday, "both sides are committed to compliance" with the US-EU trade deal. The top US trade official said he saw "a lot of room" for continued compliance, notwit»»»
Months after the regime crackdown, Iranians search for missing protesters
The deadly crackdown on the December 2025-January 2026 anti-regime protests saw many Iranians killed, tracked or detained. The US-Israel war on Iran has intensified the repression, but it has not stopped families from trying to trace their missing loved ones or from seeking justice for people who h»»»
11 officers, police dog hurt after riots in Southampton, England - UPI.com
June 3 (UPI) -- Police officers and a police dog were injured when far-right activists began violent protests in Southampton in southern England, law enforcement officials said Wednesday. The riots happened after police released video footage Monday of a police officer handcuffing 18-year-old stabb»»»
France arrests Russian captain of Moscow-linked oil tanker
The captain of the Tagor, a tanker suspected of belonging to Russia’s “ghost fleet” that was boarded in the Atlantic Ocean by the French Navy, was taken into custody on Tuesday, announced Brest prosecutor Stéphane Kellenberger. French authorities have taken into custody the Russian captain of a sei»»»
BCT keeps key interest rate unchanged at 7%
Tunis, June 3 (TAP) - The Board of Directors of the Central Bank of Tunisia (BCT) decided, during its meeting held on June 3, 2026, to keep its key interest rate unchanged at 7%.The Board reaffirmed the need to pursue a prudent monetary policy,...»»»