Gulf News 6m

Putin to visit China May 19-20, days after Trump trip

Russian President Vladimir Putin will travel to China on May 19 for a two-day visit, hot on the heels of US President Donald Trump's trip to Beijing, the Kremlin said on Saturday. During the trip, the Russian leader will discuss with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping how to "further strengthen the»»»

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Al Manar 8m

Al-Manar correspondent: The Israeli occupation forces launched an attack on the town of Yahmar al-Shaqif, coinciding with artillery shelling that targeted the outskirts of the towns of Kfar Tebnit and Nabatieh al-Fawqa - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent: The Israeli occupation forces launched an attack on the town of Yahmar al-Shaqif, coinciding with artillery shellin»»»

Gulf News 12m

When success isn’t enough: Why this Filipino expat chose Dubai for a second beginning

Dubai: There is a line in the film Burlesque where a character reflects on leaving everything behind after realising she no longer saw a future that inspired her. For Filipino expatriate Mychal Feraren, that feeling became unexpectedly real. After more than a decade working at one of the Philippine»»»

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The Peninsula 14m

World Cup fever gets tail-wagging twist as Singapore kits out pets

Singapore: Football fever is getting a tail-wagging twist in Singapore as fans count down to this year's FIFA World Cup in June. Sportswear giant Adidas is giving pet lovers in the city-state a novel way to show team spirit -- football shirts for their four-legged friends. The company's first pet c»»»

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RT 18m

Everything you need to know about Tommy Robinson’s ‘Unite the Kingdom’ rally

Tommy Robinson’s ‘Unite the Kingdom’ rally is so controversial that the British government has deployed the latest surveillance technology against attendees and banned speakers from entering the country. What are they so scared of?Tens of thousands of protesters are expected at the Unite the Kingdo»»»

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Arab News 23m

Putin to visit China May 19-20, days after Trump trip

MOSCOW: Russian President Vladimir Putin will travel to China on May 19 for a two-day visit, hot on the heels of US President Donald Trump’s trip to Beijing, the Kremlin said on Saturday. During the trip, the Russian leader will discuss with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping how to “further streng»»»

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Naharnet 23m

Israel strikes south Lebanon day after ceasefire extension

Israel launched new airstrikes in southern Lebanon on Saturday, a day after the two states agreed to extend a truce following talks in Washington. "The IDF (army) has begun striking Hezbollah infrastructure sites in several areas in southern Lebanon," the Israeli military said. Lebanon's state-run »»»

Gulf News 30m

Iran suspected in US gas station cyber breach: Reports

US officials suspect Iranian-linked hackers may be behind cyber intrusions targeting fuel-level monitoring systems at gas stations across multiple US states, CNN reported, citing sources briefed on the investigation. According to CNN, the compromised automatic tank gauge (ATG) systems were exposed »»»

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Al Awsat 41m

Israel Military Says Striking Hezbollah Targets in Southern Lebanon

The Israeli military said it had launched new strikes targeting Hezbollah infrastructure across southern Lebanon on Saturday, the day after the two countries agreed to extend an existing ceasefire. The military said that its forces “have begun striking Hezbollah infrastructure sites in several area»»»

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Arab News 47m

Al-Taawoun draw with Al-Riyadh, confirm AFC Champions League Two qualification

DUBAI: Al-Taawoun could only manage a 1-1 draw with Al-Riyadh on Friday night, but the result was good enough to confirm their qualification for the AFC Champions League Two next season. The draw left Al-Taawoun sixth in the SPL table and two points behind outgoing champions Al-Ittihad, who have pl»»»

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Arab News 47m

Israel military says striking Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon

The Israeli military said it had launched new strikes targeting Hezbollah infrastructure across southern Lebanon on Saturday, the day after the two countries agreed to extend an existing ceasefire. “The IDF has begun striking Hezbollah infrastructure sites in several areas in southern Lebanon,” the»»»

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Arab News 49m

Startup Wrap: Saudi startups dominate MENA funding week as a16z makes first GCC bet 

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia emerged as this week’s main mover in startup activity across the region, with five firms announcing new funding across fintech, health tech, and business operations. The largest deal in the sector from the Kingdom came from fintech Stitch, which raised $25 million in series A f»»»

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Libya Herald 1h

Libyan-Egyptian Joint Economic Chamber warns of illegal and corrupt Egyptian private inspection companies

The Libyan-Egyptian Joint Economic Chamber alerted the Libyan side that some Egyptian private companies are inspecting certain goods imported into Libya, such as cement, paint, cleaning materials, and others. These so-called inspection companies are collecting fees in US dollars ranging from $150 t»»»

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Gulf News 1h

UAE launches major restoration project for Damascus’ Umayyad Mosque

Damascus: The UAE has announced the restoration of the historic Umayyad Mosque in Damascus. The move was suppored by Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak (Mother of the Nation), Chairwoman of the General Women's Union, President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme C»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

New findings explain why flu can become deadly during pregnancy

Melbourne, Australia: Scientists in Australia have identified an immune system overreaction as a key driver of life-threatening influenza complications during pregnancy, offering a potential new target for treatment ahead of the winter flu season. While influenza typically remains confined to the u»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

End of the ‘People’s Army’ Myth: Israel Weighs Resorting to Mercenaries

As Israel’s military grapples with a severe manpower shortage estimated at 15,000 troops — a situation Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir has described as “dangerous for the future of the Jewish state” — Israeli ultra-Orthodox parties continue to reject military service in favor of Torah study even as Israe»»»

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Gulf News 1h

China couple hosts wrestling match at wedding, loser does housework

A couple in China turned their wedding reception into a wrestling arena — with household chores at stake. The unusual celebration took place in Zunyi, Guizhou province, where professional wrestler He Yinsheng and his bride staged a wrestling match during their wedding banquet, according to the Sout»»»

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EU Observer 1h

[Interview] ‘Not enough’: Same-sex couples in Poland still denied their EU rights, activist says

As Poland faces mounting pressure to recognise same-sex marriages registered in the EU, one young activist from Warsaw tells EUobserver how conservative forces are trying to resist reform. A landmark ruling by the EU Court of Justice in Luxembourg on 25 November 2025 said Warsaw’s refusal to regist»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Putin to Visit China May 19-20 After Trump Trip

Russian President Vladimir Putin will travel to China on May 19 for a two-day visit, hot on the heels of US President Donald Trump's trip to Beijing, the Kremlin said on Saturday. During the trip, the Russian leader will discuss with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping how to "further strengthen the»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Kurdish Groups Reject Allocation of Only 4 Seats to Them in Syria Parliament

Syrian Kurdish groups on Friday rejected the allocation of only four seats for Kurds in Syria’s 210-member parliament, saying the move does not reflect the true size of the Kurdish population in the country. The position came as Kurds marked “Kurdish Language Day” amid disputes with the Syrian gove»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Former IRGC Chief Says No Direct Talks Before US Confidence-Building Steps

Mohammad Ali Jafari, former commander-in-chief of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), said Iran would not enter negotiations with the United States before Washington implements “preconditions” and “confidence-building measures.” In an interview with the IRGC-affiliated Tasnim news agency, Jafa»»»

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Middle East Observer 2h

Few steps help you survive the financial storm

By Ahmad Abu el-Hamd The nation’s struggling economy, housing crisis, and credit crunch have undeniably impacted many citizens. The tough nature of our turbulent economy makes many consumers feeling confused and powerless. While it’s important for consumers to try to understand what’s going on in o»»»

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Sputnik 2h

Multibillion-Dollar Unaccountable Market Lurks Behind Global Biosecurity Facade - Expert

Russia told the truth about the US-controlled bioweapon labs found in Ukraine, and the West should apologize for peddling the political smokescreen of ‘Russian disinformation,’ Jeff J. Brown, curator of the Bioweapon Truth Commission, tells Sputnik. However, behind the global biosecurity facade lur»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Report: Trump Administration Prepares to Seek Raúl Castro Indictment as It pressures Cuba

The Justice Department is preparing to seek an indictment against former Cuban President Raúl Castro, three people familiar with the matter told The Associated Press on Friday, as President Donald Trump threatens possible military action against the communist-run island. One of the people told the »»»

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24 News Agency 2h

Kyrgyzstan reaches agreement with Benelux countries on migrant readmission - | 24.KG

President Sadyr Japarov signed a law ratifying the agreement between Kyrgyzstan and the Benelux countries on the readmission of persons who entered or resided without authorization. The document concerns Kyrgyzstan’s cooperation with Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg on the return of citizen»»»

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24 News Agency 2h

Cabinet abolishes banking support for procurement for state-owned companies - | 24.KG

The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has abolished the mechanism for banking support for procurement contracts for state and municipal enterprises. The corresponding resolution declared the procedure for banking support for procurement, approved in February 2026, to be no longer in effect. Furthe»»»

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Sputnik 3h

Biolabs in Ukraine Secretly Developed Offensive Capabilities - US Ret. Lt. Col.

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - Biolabs in Ukraine secretly developed offensive capabilities, ret. US Army Lt. Col. Earl Rasmussen told RIA Novosti. "The bottom line is that there was biomass in Ukraine and other places developing potential biological offensive capabilities. In some cases, there was rumored»»»

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Al Manar 3h

Al-Manar Correspondent: An Israeli airstrike targeted the area between Arnoun and YOhmar al-Shaqif - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar Correspondent: An Israeli airstrike targeted the area between Arnoun and YOhmar al-Shaqif 16-05-2026 09:24 AM Latest News Urgent N»»»

The Peninsula 3h

Eurozone faces growth downturn amid geopolitical setbacks: QNB

Doha, Qatar: Qatar National Bank (QNB) has reported distinct indicators pointing to a deterioration in the economic growth outlook across the Eurozone, driven primarily by an accelerating slowdown in both the manufacturing and services sectors across several of the region's largest economies. In it»»»

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Arab News 3h

London police brace for big far-right rally, counter-demo

LONDON: London police braced for their busiest day in years on Saturday, when tens of thousands of protesters were expected to attend the latest rally staged by far-right activist Tommy Robinson. The British capital’s Metropolitan Police said it would deploy 4,000 officers — alongside horses, dogs,»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Trump warns Taiwan against independence

Beijing, China: Donald Trump has warned Taiwan against taking any steps toward declaring independence following his meeting with Xi Jinping during a two-day visit to Beijing. Before departing Beijing, Trump said that he did not want anyone declaring independence and did not want anyone saying that »»»

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BNE 3h

Uganda set to issue first sovereign sukuk to partly finance $3.16bn Kampala-Malaba railway

Uganda is preparing to issue its first sovereign sukuk as part of efforts to finance the construction of a standard gauge railway (SGR) linking Kampala to the Kenyan border town of Malaba, marking the country’s entry into Islamic capital markets, Ecofin Agency reports. The Ministry of Finance said »»»

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The Peninsula 3h

China's second homegrown large cruise ship begins first sea trial

Shanghai, China: China's second domestically built large cruise ship set sail on Saturday on a 12-day sea trial, the final major step before the ship's official delivery as the country expands its push into the cruise tourism market. The shipbuilder, Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding Co., Ltd., a su»»»

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Al Manar 3h

Islamic Resistance fighters targeted at 17:15 on Friday 15-05-2026 a bulldozer belonging to the “Israeli” enemy army in Rashaf town with a loitering glider [FPV], achieving a direct hit: statement 31 - 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 fighters targeted at 17:15 on Friday 15-05-2026 a bulldozer belonging to the “Israeli” enemy army in Rashaf town with a »»»

The Budapest Times 4h

Dávid Vitézy links MÁV management’s future to reforms

Dávid Vitézy said that the decision on whether structural changes are needed in the management of the state railway company MÁV will depend on a review of the company’s situation. The transport and investment minister spoke about this on Friday on ATV’s programme Egyenes beszéd. “We will review the»»»

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Novinite 4h

A Greek Island Is Now Cheaper Than an Apartment in SofiaOpinions

A small Greek island once marketed as a luxury investment opportunity has seen its price collapse dramatically, now set for auction at 247,000 euros, a fraction of its earlier valuation, Bulgarian media "Focus" reported, citing Greek Reporter. The island of Makri, located in the Echinades arch»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Beneath a luxury hotel in Dubai: The secret 24/7 Fish Hospital keeping 65,000 marine lives alive

Dubai: Beneath one of the world's most recognisable luxury resorts, past the glittering lobbies and pools, something far more extraordinary is happening, shark eggs are incubating, jellyfish are being bred, and a team of marine specialists are preparing the next generation of ocean life for the Ara»»»

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Al Majalla 4h

Amid US-China competition in the Gulf, there is room for cooperation

The last time US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping met before this week’s state visit to China was in Busan, South Korea, at the end of October 2025, when they agreed to lower tariffs. In a sense, it was an American retreat, as Beijing used its control over the rare-earth mine»»»

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Sputnik 4h

US Funded Network of High-Security Biolabs in Ukraine

The United States helped design and equip at least 13 high-security biological laboratories across Ukraine, establishing a specialized network to handle dangerous pathogens, according to a Sputnik analysis of public records released by the US Embassy in Kiev. The network cost more than $24.8 millio»»»

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Al Awsat 4h

Thirst Grips Khartoum Residents as War Enters Fourth Year

As Sudan’s war enters its fourth year, civilians are enduring worsening hardship on an unprecedented scale, with prolonged power outages and the broad collapse of basic services turning access to water into one of the harshest challenges of daily life. Obtaining drinking water is no longer routine.»»»

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Al Awsat 4h

Lebanon PM Says Country Has Had Enough ‘Reckless’ Wars for Foreign Interests

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam on Friday said his country has had enough "reckless" wars for foreign interests, calling for Arab and international support in Beirut's negotiations with Israel. Speaking at an NGO dinner, Salam said that he hoped to "mobilize all Arab and international support t»»»

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Al Awsat 4h

US Accuses Iraqi Man of Helping Iran-Backed Faction’s Plans for Attacks in US, Europe

An Iraqi national accused of involvement in multiple attacks against US interests in Europe has been arrested and brought to the US to face six terrorism-related counts, the US Justice Department said on Friday. Prosecutors said the suspect, Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood Al-Saadi, was a senior member »»»

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Al Awsat 4h

Lebanon, Israel Say Extending Ceasefire Despite New Strikes

Lebanon and Israel agreed to extend a ceasefire and hold expanded talks on a political settlement, the United States announced Friday, even as Israel carried out new strikes that it insists are not subject to the truce. Israel has been pounding Lebanon and invaded its south in response to fire from»»»

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24 News Agency 5h

 Bishkek students develop nuclear medicine projects at hackathon - | 24.KG

The national stage of the international student championship Global Hackatom was held in Bishkek. The theme was «Nuclear Technologies for Life and Health.» More than 75 students from five universities in Kyrgyzstan participated in the event. It took place on May 13-14 at the Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic U»»»

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France24 5h

‘Some hide their crosses’: Jerusalem nun attack highlights Israel’s growing anti-Christian problem

When a foreign nun was the victim of violent physical assault in Jerusalem last month, local activists and clergy say they were shocked but not surprised. In the past few years, anti-Christian incidents have surged in Israel – illustrating how a small minority of insular and mainly ultra-religious »»»

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France24 5h

Iran’s foreign minister says lack of trust impedes peace talks with US

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Friday that a lack of trust with the US was the biggest obstacle in ending the war. Meanwhile, Lebanon and Israel agreed to extend a ceasefire by 45 days despite a new flare-up in violence, the US State Department said, after new talks in Washington. »»»

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France24 5h

Israel, Lebanon agree to extend ceasefire by 45 days after talks in Washington

Lebanon and Israel agreed on Friday to extend a ceasefire by 45 days despite a new flare-up in violence, the US State Department said after mediating talks in Washington. Israel and Lebanon agreed to extend a ceasefire and hold new talks on a political settlement, the United States announced Friday»»»

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France24 5h

French interior minister pledges 'war' on drugs after teen killed in shooting

France's Interior Minister Laurent Nunez visited the western city of Nantes on Friday following the death of a 15-year-old boy in a shooting he said was "clearly linked to drug trafficking". Nunez said he was determined to "win" the "war" against drug-related crime. France's Interior Minister »»»

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France24 5h

Trump hails ‘fantastic trade deals’ with Xi, China issues warning on Taiwan

US President Donald Trump touted economic wins during talks with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping on Friday, claiming the two made “fantastic trade deals”. The pomp and warm words during Trump’s visit were overshadowed by Xi’s blunt warning that US missteps on Taiwan could push the two countries »»»

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France24 5h

Revisited - Bangalore: India's Silicon Valley, a city straining under pressure

Over the past 25 years, Bengaluru, still popularly known as Bangalore, has transformed into India's Silicon Valley. The South Indian city of nearly 15 million people is now home to global tech giants including Apple, Microsoft, Intel, Adobe and Boeing, as well as »»»

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