Gulf News 21m

UAE weather: Fair skies continue, with dust and rough seas expected by weekend

The UAE will see generally fair weather over the coming days, with a gradual increase in winds and dusty conditions expected towards the weekend, the National Centre of Meteorology said. Today, conditions will be fair to partly cloudy at times, with light to moderate north westerly winds shifting t»»»

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Gulf News 23m

Saudi Arabia reminds pilgrims: Use official channels for Hajj permits, avoid scams

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has urged pilgrims to obtain official Hajj permits through authorised channels and comply with all regulations, in a renewed call to ensure a safe and orderly pilgrimage. The ministry said the Hajj visa is the only valid visa permitting its holder to perfor»»»

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Gulf News 37m

Chinese FM calls for 'immediate, full ceasefire' in West Asia during talks with Araghchi

Beijing: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi called for an "immediate and full ceasefire" over the situation in West Asia involving Iran and the US while urging all sides to prioritise dialogue and avoid any further escalation in the region, as reported by Xinhua. The Chinese FM made the remarks durin»»»

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Gulf News 1h

As global tensions rise, Trump and Xi seek a fragile balance

US President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in China on May 14-15. This would mark the first visit to China by a US president in nearly 10 years. The visit, originally slated for March 31 but delayed amid the US-Israel war with Iran, is being held amid a shared desir»»»

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UPI 1h

Judge releases alleged Epstein suicide note - UPI.com

United States Attorney Jeff Berman speaks at a press conference July 8, 2019, while billionaire Jeffrey Epstein awaits a bail hearing at Manhattan Federal Court after being arrested earlier on sex-trafficking charges in New York City. Epstein died in prison about a month later. On Wednesday, a fede»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Hantavirus ship passenger: 'They didn't take it seriously enough'

Ruhi Cenet was surprised when cruise-ship life carried on as usual aboard the MV Hondius, even after the captain announced the first passenger's death. The Turkish travel vlogger had boarded the ship in Ushuaia, Argentina, on April 1 to do a story about one of its stops, Tristan da Cunha, the remot»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Pair back in UK from virus-hit ship advised to 'self-isolate': officials

Two people who returned to the UK from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak have been advised to self-isolate, the UK Health Security Agency said Wednesday. "The risk to the general public remains very low," the UKHSA however stressed. UKHSA said "neither of these individuals is currently rep»»»

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UPI 1h

Study says that TikTok algorithm prioritized Republican content - UPI.com

A employees poses with a Galaxy phone during launch day in 2022 at the Samsung Harajuku store in Tokyo. A study released Wednesday in the journal Nature said that social media platform TikTok prioritized pro-Republican for many users leading up to the 2024 election. File Photo by Keizo Mori/UPI | L»»»

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Gulf News 2h

What we know: '14-point' US proposal to Iran aimed at ending Gulf conflict

The reported “14-point” U.S. proposal to Iran is a draft framework aimed at ending the current Gulf conflict and reopening negotiations over Iran’s nuclear program and regional tensions, as per Axios report. The full text has not been publicly released. However, multiple reports say Washington and »»»

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Gulf News 2h

Support packages and logistics links are helping companies manage higher costs

Dubai: Dubai’s economic priorities have not changed despite the pressure placed on oil, shipping, business costs and investor sentiment by the US-Israel-Iran conflict, according to a senior official at the Dubai Economic Development Corporation. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & »»»

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Gulf News 2h

Eid Al Adha: UAE travellers see summer airfares soar alongside jet fuel prices

Dubai: UAE residents planning overseas trips for the Eid Al Adha break later this month are entering one of the most expensive summer travel markets in years, as soaring jet fuel prices trigger higher airfares, tighter seat availability and growing schedule pressure across airlines worldwide. Get u»»»

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Gulf News 2h

S&P 500, Nasdaq end at records on hopes for US-Iran peace deal

Wall Street stocks jumped Wednesday, extending a global rally and lifting major indices to fresh records as oil prices tumbled amid hopes for a US-Iran peace deal. The broad-based S&P 500 rose 1.5 percent to 7,364.99, a second straight all-time high, while the tech-rich Nasdaq Composite Index surge»»»

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Al Manar 2h

Iran Has Not Officially Responded to Latest US Proposal Yet: Source - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Iran Has Not Officially Responded to Latest US Proposal Yet: Source 07-05-2026 02:41 AM An informed source said Iran has not yet provided a»»»

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Al Manar 2h

Islamic Resistance targeted military vehicles belonging to the Israeli enemy army as they were moving from the east of the town of Al-Bayyada towards the town of Shamaa with a missile salvo: statement 17 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Resistance targeted military vehicles belonging to the Israeli enemy army as they were moving from the east of the town of Al-Bayya»»»

RT 2h

Iran keeps strategic leverage in Hormuz, RT’s Sanchez says

With the smoke and blockades disguising what’s actually happening in the Strait of Hormuz, Rick Sanchez decided to shed some light on the situation. US President Donald Trump on Tuesday paused Project Freedom – the military operation launched a day earlier to escort commercial vessels through the S»»»

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France24 3h

3 patients are being evacuated to Europe from ship with hantavirus outbreak

Three patients with suspected hantavirus infections were being evacuated from a cruise ship to the Netherlands on Wednesday, the U.N. health agency said, as the vessel at the center of a deadly outbreak remained off Cape Verde with nearly 150 people on board waiting to head to Spain’s Canary Island»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Rare-earth push stalls: US permitting delays undercut bid to curb China’s grip on critical minerals

In the global race for critical minerals — used in defence, EVs and power-generating turbines — America seems to be shooting itself in the foot. How? Through a long and winding permitting process which stands in the way of utilising its own critical mineral resources. Securing mining permits in the»»»

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UPI 3h

Reports: ICE to end shortened training periods - UPI.com

1 of 2 | Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin attends the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner on April 25 in Washington, D.C. Reports say the Immigrations and Customs Enforcement, which is under Homeland Security, will return to a long training period. Photo by Aaro»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Cautious optimism as Iran weighs new US proposal amid 'progress' toward deal, nuclear framework

Iran is reviewing a new US proposal aimed at ending the conflict that erupted earlier this year, with officials on both sides signaling cautious optimism that negotiations may soon produce a memorandum of understanding to halt hostilities and reopen broader diplomatic talks. Iranian officials confi»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Iran weighs new US proposal as both sides signal progress toward deal, nuclear framework

Iran is reviewing a new US proposal aimed at ending the conflict that erupted earlier this year, with officials on both sides signaling cautious optimism that negotiations may soon produce a memorandum of understanding to halt hostilities and reopen broader diplomatic talks. Iranian officials confi»»»

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Middle East Observer 3h

19/04/2017 Tenders

Banking, Insurance and Finance Client : Faisal Islamic Bank Address : P.O.Box 2446 – Cairo branch Tender : Invitation for submitting offers for new banking units at: 1) Greater Cairo & Lower Egypt: Mataria, New Semouha, Shoubrakheit, Mit Ghamr and Kafr Al Zayat 2) Upper Egypt : Kossia, Abu Tig, Ger»»»

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UPI 3h

El Nino to fuel Pacific hurricane season, increase risks for California, Hawaii, Mexico - UPI.com

Clouds hover over a beach in the resort of Acapulco, Guerrero state, Mexico, on August 16, 2023. File Photo by David Guzman\EPA-EFE Exceptionally warm waters and a developing El Niño will boost tropical activity during the 2026 Eastern and Central Pacific hurricane season, raising the risk of direc»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

ICC launches mobile application for Indian community in Qatar

Tribune News Network Doha The Indian Cultural Centre (ICC) marked a significant milestone in its digital outreach with the official launch of its mobile application on Sunday at the ICC Ashoka Hall. The event witnessed the presence of key dignitaries and members of the Indian community, underscorin»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

Qatar Tourism and QFSW sign pact to promote inclusive tourism

Tribune News Network Doha As part of its ongoing efforts to promote inclusive and sustainable tourism, Qatar Tourism (QT) and Qatar Foundation for Social Work (QFSW) have announced the signing of a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU). The collaboration aims to support the integration of all»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

Sheikha Moza attends QF’s Convocation 2026

Tribune News Network Doha Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, chairperson of Qatar Foundation, on Wednesday attended Qatar Foundation’s Convocation 2026 ceremony at Qatar National Convention Centre, where 1,100 graduates from its eight higher education institutions were honoured. Her Excellency »»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

Babu Rajan inspires community on International Workers’ Day

Tribune News Network Doha In an inspiring address centred on meaningful work and joyful living, PN Babu Rajan, a long-time Doha resident and prominent socio-cultural activist, urged the community to work with a smile and embrace a life of happiness and contentment. Babu Rajan, who also serves as th»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

IWWO extends relief support to fishermen in Qatar

Tribune News Network Doha In a stirring demonstration of compassion that truly “united hearts across the waves,” the Indian Women’s Welfare Organization (IWWO), functioning under the aegis of the Indian Community Benevolent Forum (ICBF), extended vital relief support to more than 250 fishermen acro»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

KSQ hosts grand event to celebrate Labour Day in Doha

Tribune News Network Doha The Karnataka Sangha Qatar (KSQ), which is affiliated with the Indian Cultural Centre, successfully hosted its Labour Day Celebration 2026 at the Pearling Sports Academy. Centred on the Kannada philosophy “Kaayakave Kailasa” (Work is Worship), the event brought together a »»»

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BNE 3h

Colombia's Petro pitches Caribbean coast as bitcoin mining hub on clean energy surplus

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has proposed turning the country's Caribbean coast into a bitcoin mining centre powered by surplus clean energy, framing the initiative as a potential driver of regional economic development. »»»

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BNE 3h

China's lithium push in Latin America locks region into raw materials trap, report warns

China's growing dominance over the lithium value chain is entrenching a "predominantly extractive" model in Latin America, leaving the region to bear the environmental and social costs of mining while Beijing captures higher-value processing and manufacturing, a coalition of civil society groups wa»»»

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BNE 3h

Colombia's Petro pitches Caribbean coast as bitcoin mining hub on clean energy surplus

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has proposed turning the country's Caribbean coast into a bitcoin mining centre powered by surplus clean energy, framing the initiative as a potential driver of regional economic development. »»»

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BNE 3h

Colombia's Petro pitches Caribbean coast as bitcoin mining hub on clean energy surplus

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has proposed turning the country's Caribbean coast into a bitcoin mining centre powered by surplus clean energy, framing the initiative as a potential driver of regional economic development. »»»

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BNE 3h

Colombia's Petro pitches Caribbean coast as bitcoin mining hub on clean energy surplus

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has proposed turning the country's Caribbean coast into a bitcoin mining centre powered by surplus clean energy, framing the initiative as a potential driver of regional economic development. »»»

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BNE 3h

Colombia's Petro pitches Caribbean coast as bitcoin mining hub on clean energy surplus

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has proposed turning the country's Caribbean coast into a bitcoin mining centre powered by surplus clean energy, framing the initiative as a potential driver of regional economic development. »»»

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BNE 3h

Iran rejects US Hormuz resolution as Trump warns of intensified bombing if no deal reached

Iran's permanent mission to the United Nations rejected a US-led draft resolution on the Strait of Hormuz, while President Masoud Pezeshkian told French counterpart Emmanuel Macron that Washington's behaviour had diverted diplomacy towards threats, pressure and sanctions, ILNA reported on May 6. »»»

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BNE 3h

Colombia's Petro pitches Caribbean coast as bitcoin mining hub on clean energy surplus

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has proposed turning the country's Caribbean coast into a bitcoin mining centre powered by surplus clean energy, framing the initiative as a potential driver of regional economic development. »»»

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BNE 3h

Iran rejects US Hormuz resolution as Trump warns of intensified bombing if no deal reached

Iran's permanent mission to the United Nations rejected a US-led draft resolution on the Strait of Hormuz, while President Masoud Pezeshkian told French counterpart Emmanuel Macron that Washington's behaviour had diverted diplomacy towards threats, pressure and sanctions, ILNA reported on May 6. »»»

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BNE 3h

Iran rejects US Hormuz resolution as Trump warns of intensified bombing if no deal reached

Iran's permanent mission to the United Nations rejected a US-led draft resolution on the Strait of Hormuz, while President Masoud Pezeshkian told French counterpart Emmanuel Macron that Washington's behaviour had diverted diplomacy towards threats, pressure and sanctions, ILNA reported on May 6. »»»

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BNE 3h

Turkey’s prosecutors recorded 17mn people as “suspects” in 2025

One in five Turks were classified as a “suspect” in criminal investigations last year, according to annual judicial statistics released by Turkey’s justice ministry. For a long time, the country’s legal infr»»»

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BNE 3h

China signs billions worth of contracts with Turkmenistan, but no financing

There’s an interesting wrinkle to the $4.6bn deal deal that Turkmenistan recently signed with a subsidiary of China’s National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) to develop Phase Four of the giant Galkynysh natural gas field: Beijing isn’t providing any financing; the entire bill is being »»»

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BNE 3h

Turkey’s prosecutors recorded 17mn people as “suspects” in 2025

One in five Turks were classified as a “suspect” in criminal investigations last year, according to annual judicial statistics released by Turkey’s justice ministry. For a long time, the country’s legal infr»»»

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BNE 3h

New report documents how Central Asian states abet Russian sanctions-busting

Central Asian states are a key conduit for Russia’s sanctions-busting trade, enabling “logistical and financial support for diversion networks” dedicated to procuring goods for the Russian war machine, a watchdog group has documented.  »»»

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BNE 3h

Uzbekistan’s headline inflation edges down to 7.0% in April

Annual inflation in Uzbekistan eased to 7.0% in April, very slightly down from 7.1% in March and comparing with the 10.1% that was posted 12 months ago, according to the national statistical committee.  On a»»»

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BNE 3h

China signs billions worth of contracts with Turkmenistan, but no financing

There’s an interesting wrinkle to the $4.6bn deal deal that Turkmenistan recently signed with a subsidiary of China’s National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) to develop Phase Four of the giant Galkynysh natural gas field: Beijing isn’t providing any financing; the entire bill is being »»»

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BNE 3h

China signs billions worth of contracts with Turkmenistan, but no financing

There’s an interesting wrinkle to the $4.6bn deal deal that Turkmenistan recently signed with a subsidiary of China’s National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) to develop Phase Four of the giant Galkynysh natural gas field: Beijing isn’t providing any financing; the entire bill is being »»»

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BNE 3h

New report documents how Central Asian states abet Russian sanctions-busting

Central Asian states are a key conduit for Russia’s sanctions-busting trade, enabling “logistical and financial support for diversion networks” dedicated to procuring goods for the Russian war machine, a watchdog group has documented.  »»»

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BNE 3h

China signs billions worth of contracts with Turkmenistan, but no financing

There’s an interesting wrinkle to the $4.6bn deal deal that Turkmenistan recently signed with a subsidiary of China’s National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) to develop Phase Four of the giant Galkynysh natural gas field: Beijing isn’t providing any financing; the entire bill is being »»»

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BNE 3h

New report documents how Central Asian states abet Russian sanctions-busting

Central Asian states are a key conduit for Russia’s sanctions-busting trade, enabling “logistical and financial support for diversion networks” dedicated to procuring goods for the Russian war machine, a watchdog group has documented.  »»»

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BNE 3h

Tentative signs of recovery in Kazakh manufacturing seen in April PMI

Kazakhstan’s manufacturing sector showed early signs of stabilisation in April, although overall business conditions remained in contraction territory, according to the latest Freedom Holding and S&P Global Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) survey. »»»

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BNE 3h

New report documents how Central Asian states abet Russian sanctions-busting

Central Asian states are a key conduit for Russia’s sanctions-busting trade, enabling “logistical and financial support for diversion networks” dedicated to procuring goods for the Russian war machine, a watchdog group has documented.  »»»

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