Gulf News 2m

US crude oil inventories fall sharply, drop to lowest level in nearly 2 years — EIA

US crude oil inventories fell sharply last week while emergency petroleum reserves dropped to their lowest level in nearly two years, according to new government data, as the war involving Iran continues to disrupt one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints. The latest figures from the US »»»

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UPI 4m

Justice Department charges 15 in Minnesota with health care fraud - UPI.com

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said that charges filed by the Department of Justice against 15 people for health care fraud are "just the tip of the iceberg." Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo May 21 (UPI) -- The Department of Justice on Thursday announced it brought charges against 15»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

Visit Qatar announces winners of ‘Qatar Through Your Lens’ competition

Tribune News Network Doha Visit Qatar has announced the winners of ‘Qatar Through Your Lens’, the nationwide content creation competition celebrating the nation’s culture, lifestyle, and experiences through the lens of its community. Open to citizens and residents, the competition ran from October »»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

QF Schools programme connectsstudents with innovation ecosystem

Tribune News Network Doha As part of the QF Schools Showcase, students engaged directly with experts, researchers, innovators and alumni from across Qatar Foundation’s ecosystem, gaining firsthand exposure to real-world innovation environments that extended learning beyond the classroom. Through me»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

Celebrate Eid with events, entertainment and summer offers

Tribune News Network Doha Eid in Qatar brings together a vibrant mix of entertainment, culture and family-friendly experiences, offering something for everyone. Taking place during Visit Qatar’s ‘Hala Summer’ season, the festive period is marked by a diverse calendar of events across the country, m»»»

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UPI 1h

GOP disarray over #1.8B 'slush fund' stalls vote for ICE, CBP funding - UPI.com

President Donald Trump speaks to the press about the new East Wing next to the construction site at the White House in Washington on Tuesday. The project to demolish and replace the East Wing with a 90,000-square-foot ballroom has caused jitters among many members of Congress.. Photo by Samuel Coru»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Katara commemorates Turkish poet Yunus Emre

Doha: Katara Cultural Village, in cooperation with the Yunus Emre Turkish Cultural Center in Doha, held a special cultural event on Wednesday, in Hall 15 to commemorate the Turkish poet Yunus Emre. The event was attended by Ambassador of Turkiye H E Dr. Mustafa Göksoy, Director of the Yunus Emre Tu»»»

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Arab News 2h

Hajj pushes AI telecom systems to the limit

ALKHOBAR: Every year during Hajj, millions of pilgrims converge within a tightly concentrated geographic area over the span of just a few days, creating one of the most complex and demanding connectivity environments in the world. Unlike most large-scale global gatherings, Hajj combines extraordina»»»

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Arab News 2h

Haaland and Odegaard headline Norway World Cup squad as keeper Tangvik gets nod

OSLO: Uncapped Hamburg SV goalkeeper Sander Tangvik has won the race for Norway’s final World Cup spot, following a selection headache that required a final sign-off from King Harald on Thursday. Otherwise, there were few surprises as Norway will be led by captain Martin Odegaard, fresh from a Prem»»»

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BBC 2h

Angry crowd sets Ebola hospital tents on fire in DR Congo

Angry crowd sets Ebola hospital tents on fire in DR Congo 5 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleEmery MakumenoBBC Africa, Kinshasa ReutersThe unrest highlights the struggle authorities face as cases of the virus rise An angry crowd set alight a section of a hospital at the epicentre of th»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Indian judge’s 'cockroach' remark sparks viral satire movement online

New Delhi: A comment made by an Indian judge comparing ordinary citizens to “cockroaches” has triggered widespread criticism and satire online, leading to the emergence of a mock political movement dubbed the “Cockroach Janata Party.” The controversy erupted after the judge’s remarks circulated wid»»»

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Arab News 2h

Why the British Museum’s removal of ‘Palestine’ from panels stirred up a political storm

LONDON: Palestinian officials and academic critics have accused the British Museum of historical erasure and, in the words of a widely signed open letter, “complicity in genocide” after the museum removed the words “Palestine” and “Palestinian” from explanatory panels accompanying several exhibits »»»

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Sana 3h

President al-Sharaa issues decree granting incentive bonus for wheat deliveries

Damascus, May.21 (SANA) President Ahmad al-Sharaa issued Legislative Decree No. 120 of 2026 granting an incentive bonus of 9,000 new Syrian pounds for every ton of wheat delivered by farmers to the Syrian Grain Establishment. The decree stipulates that the incentive shall be granted in addition to »»»

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Arab News 3h

A parody ‘cockroach’ party in India becomes major outlet for youth anger and protest

NEW DELHI: It began as a satirical online project. Now millions of young Indians are flocking to it as an outlet for their frustration. A parody political party called the Cockroach Janta Party, with the insect as its symbol, has exploded across India’s social media by turning absurdist humor into »»»

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Arab News 3h

New York City offering $50 World Cup tickets for residents

NEW YORK: New York ‌City will offer its residents a chance to snag $50 tickets to World Cup games in New Jersey this summer, Mayor Zohran Mamdani said on Thursday, with 1,000 affordable tickets up for grabs through a lottery system. The discounted tickets come with free round-trip bus transportatio»»»

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Arab News 3h

UN council urged to use ‘every means at its disposal’ to press Hamas to disarm

UNITED NATIONS: The official overseeing the US-brokered ceasefire in Gaza urged the UN Security Council on Thursday to use “every means at its disposal” to press Hamas to disarm, warning that every act of violence in the Palestinian territory risks “unraveling” the agreement. Nickolay Mladenov, hig»»»

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Al Awsat 3h

Petraeus Hands Washington 'Executive Plan' to Disarm Iraq's Armed Factions

Iraqi officials said the United States has conditioned the integration of the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) on disarming armed factions, sidelining their leaders, and appointing professional officers to oversee the PMF’s infrastructure, a step Washington says is necessary because the force rema»»»

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UPI 3h

U.S. security chief arrives in Mexico for crime-related discussions - UPI.com

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin has arrived in Mexico for talks with the country's security cabinet. Photo by Aaron Schwartz/UPI | License Photo May 21 (UPI) -- U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin arrived Thursday at Mexico's National Palace for meetings with President Cl»»»

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Gulf News 3h

UAE Ministry of Culture announces key features of Al Burda Award 2026

The Ministry of Culture announced key details of the 20th edition of ‘Al Burda Award’ – a leading cultural celebration of Islamic arts – during a media briefing held at its headquarters in Abu Dhabi. The briefing brough together senior officials, cultural leaders, and representatives from leading m»»»

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Arab News 3h

UK net migration halves in 2025 in boost for Starmer

Net migration to the UK fell last year by nearly half to 171,000, its statistics agency said on Thursday, providing some relief on a key issue for under-fire Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The number of non-EU citizens arriving for work-related reasons fell by 47 percent in 2025, which was “the main »»»

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Arab News 3h

World Cup could make football ‘mainstream’ in co-host Canada

MONTREAL: Three weeks before kickoff in the first ever World Cup match in Canada, football leaders in the country voiced hope the tournament will finally give the sport the cultural prominence it deserves. Football, which most Canadians call soccer, is the country’s most popular participatory sport»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 3h

National Assembly Chair Dotsova Says Bulgarian Language Preserved the Nation

National Assembly Chair Michaela Dotsova called on Bulgarians to preserve their language at a reception at the Bulgarian Embassy in Rome on Thursday. She spoke ahead of May 24, the Day of Sts Cyril and Methodius, of the Bulgarian Alphabet, Education and Culture and of Slav Letters. The choir of Sof»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Big Cat Summit rescheduled as Ebola disrupts India-Africa plans

India said Thursday it would reschedule next month's summit on the conservation of big cat species to ensure the participation of African nations grappling with Ebola. The decision came hours after India and the African Union decided to postpone a key economic summit due to the deadly Ebola outbrea»»»

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UPI 3h

Neglect charges dropped against vice principal in shooting incident - UPI.com

A judge dismissed all charges against a vice principal who allegedly ignored warnings that a 6-year-old boy had a gun. The boy shot his teacher in 2023. File Photo by Mike Theiler/UPI | License Photo May 21 (UPI) -- Criminal charges were dropped Thursday against an elementary school vice principal »»»

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Middle East Observer 3h

Egypt’s treasure of smuggled antiquities will come back, sooner or later

Egypt is one of the special countries that owns an endless number of antiquities and monuments, estimated at quarter of the World’s antiquities and monuments and valued in trillions of Dollars. The dazzling characteristic about Egypt as an incomparable historical country is that it has a distinct v»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Why Abu Dhabi just rescheduled the Understanding Risk Global Forum to May 2027

Emergencies, Crises and Disasters Management Centre Abu Dhabi has announced the rescheduling of the ninth edition of the Understanding Risk Global Forum. The event, which was originally scheduled for October 2026, will now take place from May 10 to 14, 2027, in Abu Dhabi. Get updated faster and for»»»

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Sana 4h

IEA chief warns of worsening global oil supply crisis

London, May 21 (SANA) The Executive Director of the International Energy Agency (IEA), Fatih Birol, issued a stark warning Thursday, stating that global oil markets risk entering a highly volatile “red zone” which refers to a critical period of severe global oil supply shortages during July and Aug»»»

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BNE 4h

Putin leaves Beijing with no Power of Siberia pipeline deal

Vladimir Putin arrived in Beijing on May 20 hoping that the Iran war's disruption to global energy markets would finally give him the leverage to close one of the most consequential — and most elusive — energy deals of his presidency. He left the Chinese capital empty handed. The state visit comes »»»

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BNE 4h

Ukraine headed for recessionary spiral

Ukraine’s wartime economy is showing growing signs of strain as rising inflation, labour shortages and a widening trade imbalance threaten to push the country into what economists describe as a “recessionary spiral”, even as Kyiv continues to secure billions of dollars in Western financial support,»»»

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BNE 4h

Putin leaves Beijing with no Power of Siberia pipeline deal

Vladimir Putin arrived in Beijing on May 20 hoping that the Iran war's disruption to global energy markets would finally give him the leverage to close one of the most consequential — and most elusive — energy deals of his presidency. He left the Chinese capital empty handed. The state visit comes »»»

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Arab News 4h

US sanctions nine over Hezbollah ties, including Lebanese MPs

WASHINGTON: The United States on Thursday sanctioned nine Hezbollah-linked individuals it accused of “obstructing the peace process in Lebanon,” as Israeli strikes on the southern part of the country continued despite a ceasefire. “Hezbollah is a terrorist organization and must be fully disarmed,” »»»

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Arab News 4h

Protection by default: inside Meta and Saudi regulator’s push for parental controls

LONDON: With relationships between governments and social media companies under strain worldwide over the platforms’ impact on young users, Saudi Arabia is attempting a different approach. Rather than restricting access, the Saudi General Authority for Media Regulation and Meta have launched a join»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

Air India says flight from Bengaluru to Delhi landed safely after engine fire warning

New Delhi: Air India said on Wednesday that one of its domestic flights operating from Bengaluru to Delhi landed safely after the cockpit crew received a fire indication from one of the aircraft’s engines during the final approach into the Indian capital. In a statement posted on social media platf»»»

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Arab News 4h

Russia holds nuclear drills on land, sea and air, joined by its ally Belarus

MOSCOW: Trucks carrying intercontinental ballistic missiles rumbled over forest roads, atomic-powered submarines set sail from Arctic and Pacific ports, and crews scrambled into warplanes as Russia and neighboring Belarus held the final stage of their joint nuclear drills Thursday. Russian Presiden»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Saudi Arabia fines 11 Saudi German Health officials SR18 million over accounting violations

Saudi Arabia’s Capital Market Authority (CMA) said an appeals committee had issued a final decision convicting 11 board members and audit committee members at Middle East Healthcare Company, owner of Saudi German Health hospitals, over violations of the Capital Market Law and Market Conduct Regulat»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

Strong demand for sacrificial animals after launch of national initiative promoting local production

DOHA: Markets saw on Thursday a strong demand for buying sacrificial animals after the launch of the national initiative by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, in coordination with the Ministry of Municipality, to encourage local production and subsidize sacrificial animals, with purchases and r»»»

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Sputnik 4h

US Navy Lacks Capacity to Reopen Strait of Hormuz by Escorting Ships

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) — The United States Navy lacks the capacity to reopen the Strait of Hormuz by providing escort services to ships through the contested waterway, US Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Daryl Caudle said on Thursday. “There are many things we can continue doing to enhance the blockade»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Trump peace board Gaza envoy warns imperfect ceasefire risks being permanent

The Gaza high representative of US President Donald Trump's Board of Peace warned Thursday that the status quo in the divided and devastated territory -- including an imperfect ceasefire -- risks becoming "permanent" reality. In its first report to the UN Security Council, the board called militant»»»

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UPI 4h

SpaceX to launch newly upgraded Starship V3 megarocket - UPI.com

Under stormy skies, the SpaceX Super Heavy V3 booster and Starship spacecraft stand on Orbital Launch Pad 2 at Starbase, Texas, on Thursday ahead of a test launch, which has a launch window set to open at 6:30 p.m. EDT. Photo by Joe Marino/UPI | License Photo May 21 (UPI) -- SpaceX on Thursday even»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Trump postpones AI order signing, 'I didn't like what I was seeing'

US President Donald Trump said he had postponed the signing of an executive order on artificial intelligence with top CEOs at the White House on Thursday because he didn't like parts of the text. "Because I didn't like certain aspects of it I postponed it," Trump told reporters in the Oval Office j»»»

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Jordan Times 4h

Jordanian fintech firms join trade mission to Money 20/20 Europe in Amsterdam

AMMAN — Information and Communications Technology Association of Jordan (int@j) and the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands announced organising a Jordanian trade mission comprising 11 companies in financial technology and advanced digital solutions to participate in the Money 20/20 Europe co»»»

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Jordan Times 4h

WFP seeks urgent funding to sustain refugee operations in Jordan

AMMAN — The World Food Programme (WFP) has been forced to scale back food assistance for thousands of refugees in Jordan due to severe funding shortages, according to its latest Country Brief released on Tuesday.The UN agency said that it phased out general food assistance for around 135,000 Syrian»»»

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Jordan Times 4h

10 Jordanian companies showcase products at private label show in Amsterdam

AMMAN — Jordan Export (JE) organised Jordan’s participation in the 2026 World of Private Label International Trade Show, which opened Tuesday in Amsterdam, with the participation of 10 Jordanian companies specialising in food industries, packaging and detergents.The Jordanian pavilion was inaugurat»»»

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UPI 4h

Supreme Court sides for Havana Docks against cruise ships in $440M Cuba case - UPI.com

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled against several cruise ship companies for docking in Cuba from 2016 to 2019, when Americans were allowed to travel there. File Photo by Ingo Wagner/EPA May 21 (UPI) -- The U.S. Supreme Court Thursday ruled against four major cruise lines who docked ships at the Port of »»»

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France24 4h

US lifts sanctions against Francesca Albanese, UN rapporteur on Palestinians

The United States on Wednesday lifted sanctions on Francesca Albanese, a UN expert critical of Israel’s treatment of Palestinians, after a court order. A Treasury Department notice showed Albanese was removed from a sanctions blacklist that had effectively cut her off from global banking and c»»»

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France24 4h

The Debate - Ebola returns: How to fight outbreak amid defunding of global health?

Can border walls keep out pandemics? The World Health Organization is officially branding the Ebola outbreak in eastern DR Congo a "public health emergency of international concern". As the death toll from the rare strain climbs, so does the number of contact cases. Ituri province may seem remote o»»»

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France24 4h

Beijing as centre stage: Trump & Putin mark 'series of diplomatic visits to the court of Xi Jinping'

Genie Godula is pleased to welcome Dr. Flavia Lucenti, Postdoctoral Researcher at LUISS University for the EU Horizon Project REMIT. With Vladimir Putin in Beijing less than a week after Donald Trump’s own visit to China, Dr. Lucent emphasizes the historic significance in the sequencing of vis»»»

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France24 5h

Russian secret services target Latvia as Ukraine's drone offensive worries the Kremlin

The Russian secret services on Monday accused Latvia without evidence of helping Ukraine strike Russian targets using drones, and threatened the Baltic state with military retaliation. But the targeting of Latvia by the Kremlin, which continues to deploy new tactics in its hybrid war, was»»»

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France24 5h

Germany's Merz proposes Ukraine as EU ‘associate member’ without voting rights

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has proposed granting Ukraine “associate member” status in the European Union without voting rights while it pursues full membership, according to a letter seen by AFP on Thursday. The plan would allow Kyiv representation at EU summits, the European Commission and p»»»

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Novinite 5h

Bulgaria’s Government Replaces Food Safety Agency Chief Despite Major Crackdowns

The government of President Rumen Radev has replaced the head of the Bulgarian Food Safety Agency, with Agriculture and Food Minister Plamen Abrovski announcing the dismissal of BFSA director Angel Mavrovski during a briefing on Thursday. His position will now be taken over by Professor Svetla Yanc»»»

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