Australian researchers teach brain cells to play ‘Doom’
MELBOURNE: Australian researchers have trained lab-grown brain cells on a silicon computer chip to play the nineties shooter “Doom” and say they are just scratching the surface of what the neurons could be capable of doing. It’s the science-fiction work of biotech boffins at Cortical Labs, who rese»»»
Trump seeks tougher Iran deal terms as ceasefire extension hangs in balance
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump has sought tougher terms in a proposed agreement to extend the ceasefire with Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, US media reported on Saturday, as negotiations remained unresolved despite high-level talks at the White House. According to The New York Times, Tru»»»
Possible Iran-US deal: What we know – Ya Libnan
Share: Reports suggest Washington and Tehran may have reached a memorandum of understanding vis-a-vis Hormuz, despite contradicting public statements. The United States and Iran are still inching towards a deal to extend the ceasefire in the Middle East war and provide a framework for longer-term p»»»
In a California Chinese enclave, a mayor’s guilty plea stokes fears of Beijing’s influence
LOS ANGELES: In 2024, voters in the Southern California city of Arcadia elected the first all-Asian city council in the city’s history. Now, one of those politicians has pleaded guilty to being an illegal agent of the Chinese government. Former Arcadia Mayor Eileen Wang’s plea, entered in federal c»»»
US says it struck a commercial ship trying to breach blockade and reach Iran
WASHINGTON: The US military stopped a merchant vessel trying to break through its blockade of Iranian ports by firing a missile into its engine room, the US Central Command said on Saturday.The Gambia-flagged cargo ship Lian Star ignored more than 20 warnings from US forces overnight as it tried to»»»
Wemby fever in Paris extends to Roland Garros locker room: Tiafoe, Shelton want to see Spurs in NBA Finals
PARIS: Between Roland Garros, the Champions League final, and Game 7 of the NBA Western Conference finals all happening today, the term ‘Super Saturday’ doesn’t suffice when describing the vibes here in Paris. At the tennis, French teen sensation Moise Kouame has made Court Suzanne Lenglen his home»»»
Hundreds arrested as clashes erupt in Paris on PSG victory night
PARIS, France: Police on Saturday detained more than 280 people in Paris after violent clashes erupted when thousands poured onto the streets during Paris Saint-Germain’s Champions League final victory. Some 22,000 police were deployed across France for the game, including 8,000 in Paris, after unr»»»
Venezuela opposition candidate who claimed 2024 win backs new vote
CARACAS: Venezuela’s Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia, the opposition candidate who was recognized by the United States and others as the actual winner of the 2024 election against Nicolas Maduro, called Saturday for a new vote. The 76-year-old former diplomat, who is living in exile in Spain, also express»»»
Trump plans to appeal order allowing all importers that paid struck-down tariffs to seek refunds
NEW YORK: Businesses big and small have started receiving tariff refunds after the US Supreme Court ruled that President Donald Trump lacked the constitutional authority to impose higher import taxes on goods from nearly every other country. The process could grind to a halt, however, after the Tru»»»
Trump to headline ‘Great American State Fair’ for nation’s 250th anniversary after artists drop out
WASHINGTON: An upcoming celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, “The Great American State Fair,” recently had several musical guests back out partly over the event’s ties to President Donald Trump. Now, Trump himself is slated to headline the festivities, the organizers said Saturday. “I unders»»»
Trump admin walks back recent Green Card announcement
The Trump administration has walked back its announcement that non-citizens seeking permanent US residency, commonly called a Green Card, would need to return to their home country to apply, The New York Times reported. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) told the newspaper on Friday that its»»»
Live updates: Lebanon accuses Israel of pursuing ‘scorched earth policy’, as US says ready to resume strikes against Iran if no deal reached – Ya Libnan
Share: File- Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025. (AP Photo/Hassan Ammar) Lebanon’s Prime Minister Nawaf Salam has accused Israel of pursuing a “scorched-earth policy” as Israeli forces expand their ground invasion. Israeli forces kill a paramedic in southern Lebanon and cont»»»
Why researchers are excited about a one-time cholesterol therapy
Heart disease remains one of the biggest health challenges in the world. It is also a major issue in the Gulf. Across the Middle East, cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death, responsible for more than one-third of all deaths in the region. The UAE is no exception. The latest National »»»
Ethiopia is heading to the polls, but not everyone can vote
Ethiopia is heading to the polls, but not everyone can vote 12 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleKaleb MogesBBC Africa AFP via Getty Images Ethiopia's general election takes place on Monday as conflict rages in parts of the country, meaning many people will not be able to vote. In fact,»»»
Pro-, anti-ICE protestors face off at New Jersey detention facility - UPI.com
Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents wait during a protest against the treatment of detainees at the Delaney Hall Detention Facility in Newark, New Jersey, earlier this week. File Photo by Olga Fedorova/EPA May 30 (UPI) -- Dueling groups of protesters gathered at an Immigration and Customs En»»»
Eid Family Festival draws crowds to 974 Beach with fun-filled activities
Tribune News Network Doha The Ministry of Municipality (MoM), in cooperation with Qatar Tourism, successfully organised the Eid Family Festival at 974 Beach, offering a lively entertainment experience that attracted large numbers of families and visitors throughout the Eid holidays. The festival tr»»»
Celso Dahil: Weaving Filipino heritage into Qatar’s fashion landscape
Darlene Regis Stitching heritage into haute couture, Filipino international fashion designer Celso Collado Dahil has built a legacy that extends far beyond the runway. For more than two decades, Dahil has been a prominent figure in Qatar’s fashion scene, earning recognition for both his striking co»»»
Champions League final in Budapest - photos, video
Paris Saint-Germain retained their title in the Champions League final in Budapest, defeating Arsenal 4–3 on penalties after a 1–1 draw and extra time in front of a capacity crowd at the Puskás Arena. It marked PSG’s second triumph in the competition, while Arsenal suffered defeat in only their sec»»»
Soulless journalism will not survive, veteran Saudi editor warns in the face of AI
LONDON: As the elevator doors opened right into the top floor of a luxurious flat on the famous Strand in London, I was humbly greeted by Othman Al-Omeir — a titan of Arab media and the founder and current editor of Elaph. There is a mythology that tends to gather around veteran editors like Al-Ome»»»
Ecuador accused of meddling in Colombian election with tariff vow
Ecuador accused of meddling in Colombian election with tariff vow 10 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleAleks Phillips Getty ImagesEcuadorian President Daniel Noboa was accused of "meddling" in Colombia's poll Colombia's foreign ministry has accused Ecuador's president of "deliberate int»»»
Northern Israel on alert after Hezbollah launches rockets and drones
Dubai: Israeli authorities suspended in-person classes and imposed new restrictions across parts of northern Israel on Saturday following a sharp escalation in hostilities with Hezbollah, as cross-border exchanges of fire intensified despite a ceasefire agreement reached earlier this year. Kiryat S»»»
United flight diverted after ‘unruly’ passenger tried to enter cockpit - UPI.com
A United Airlines flight headed to Minneapolis from Chicago had to be diverted after a passenger attempted to breach the cockpit multiple times. File Photo by Tannen Maury/UPI | License Photo May 30 (UPI) -- A United Airlines flight traveling from Chicago to Minneapolis had to be diverted after an »»»
Israeli troops push deeper into Lebanon, crossing the Litani river, as talks expected
In Lebanon, Israeli forces have advanced further north. Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu says they have crossed the Litani river - a key reference point in Southern Lebanon marking the limit of a UN-monitored zone. Despite a ceasefire, Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah militants have contin»»»
Inmates in overcrowded French prison say heatwave makes conditions 'inhumane'
As a heatwave continued to rage in Paris Friday afternoon, French MP Clémentine Autain visited an overcrowded prison in the Seine-Saint-Denis suburb of the capital and witnessed conditions that inmates describe as “inhumane". A damp towel hangs from a barred window, a fan churns the muggy air: Inma»»»
PSG edge Arsenal on penalties to retain Champions League title
Budapest: Paris Saint-Germain claimed back-to-back Champions League triumphs with a 4-3 shoot-out win over Arsenal following a 1-1 draw after extra time on Saturday, with Eberechi Eze and Gabriel missing from the spot. Mikel Arteta's Premier League champions showed great resilience to take the game»»»
Once again, Hezbollah fighters will target the settlement of Kiryat Shmona with a rocket barrage: Military Media Statement 22 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Once again, Hezbollah fighters will target the settlement of Kiryat Shmona with a rocket barrage: Military Media Statement 22 30-05-2026 22»»»
UAE announces petrol and diesel prices for June 2026
Dubai: The UAE Fuel Price Committee on Sunday announced the retail prices for petrol and diesel for June 2026. Under the new rates, Super 98 petrol will be priced at Dh 3. 95per litre, compared to Dh3.66 in May, while Special 95 petrol will be set at Dh3.83 per litre, against Dh3.55 last month. E-P»»»
Astronomers guide UAE residents to the milky way in Al-Quaa desert
AL QUAA DESERT, UAE: The gleaming skyscrapers and bright lights of the UAE draw the eyes of all who travel there, a sign of the nation’s rapid, oil-fueled development over the last few decades, turning it into a major hub for commerce and tourism. But something has been lost over that period: a cle»»»
Draft Tehran-Washington MoU Includes Hormuz Security Provisions and Asset Release: IRIB - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Draft Tehran-Washington MoU Includes Hormuz Security Provisions and Asset Release: IRIB 30-05-2026 22:40 PM TEHRAN, IRAN - JAN 26, 2026: A »»»
PSG edge Arsenal on penalties to retain Champions League title
BUDAPEST: Paris Saint-Germain claimed back-to-back Champions League triumphs with a 4-3 shoot-out win over Arsenal following a 1-1 draw after extra time on Saturday in Budapest, with Eberechi Eze and Gabriel missing from the spot. Mikel Arteta’s Premier League champions showed great resilience to t»»»
Defending champion Gauff eliminated from French Open by Potapova
PARIS: Reigning French Open champion Coco Gauff lost in three sets to Austrian Anastasia Potapova to end to her Roland Garros title defense on Saturday. The fourth seed was defeated in the third round 4-6, 7-6 (7/1), 6-4 by the 28th seed after being a break up in the deciding set. “I think I’ve had»»»
Main Problem with Large Infrastructure Projects Is Reassignment of Activities, Regional Development Minister Says
The main problem with large infrastructure projects lies in the way they are commissioned and executed, with state-owned entities lacking sufficient capacity often award contracts that are subsequently passed on to subcontractors, leading to higher costs, delays and weaker oversight, Regional Devel»»»
Where We Are Going Today: Blackish – American and Asian flavours
Riyadh’s dining scene is already home to celebrated homegrown brands and renowned celebrity chefs — and now it is welcoming Blackish. Located in the Mohammadiya district, this bold new concept offers street food inspired by American and Asian flavours, making it a worthy addition to the city’s ever»»»
Saudi Arabia’s holy cities gain appeal as investment access expands
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s gradual opening of investment channels into Makkah and Madinah is drawing interest from developers and institutional investors seeking exposure to what could become one of the Kingdom’s largest long-term real estate opportunities. The move comes as authorities seek to attract»»»
Hezbollah fighters targeted a D9 bulldozer belonging to the Israeli occupation army on the southeastern outskirts of the town of Zawtar Al-Sharqiyeh with an Ababil attack drone: Military Media Statement 20 - 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 D9 bulldozer belonging to the Israeli occupation army on the southeastern outskirts of the town of Zawtar Al-»»»
Global energy investment to hit record $3.4tn despite Middle East conflict: IEA
RIYADH: RIYADH: Global energy investment is projected to rise 5 percent to a record $3.4 trillion in 2026 despite the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, with governments and companies accelerating efforts to diversify supply routes and strengthen energy security, according to an analysis. The Int»»»
Saudi volunteers reflect on serving pilgrims during Hajj
RIYADH: For many Saudi volunteers, Hajj is not simply about organization, crowd management or guiding pilgrims through the holy sites. It is about witnessing fear turn into relief, confusion into reassurance, and strangers into people they may remain in touch with long after the pilgrimage ends. Ac»»»
Former England star Sterling arrested for suspected drug-driving
LONDON: Raheem Sterling has been arrested on suspicion of drug-driving after he allegedly crashed his car into motorway barriers, police said Saturday. The former England winger, who most recently played for Feyenoord in the Dutch Eredivisie, is suspected of crashing his Lamborghini into barriers o»»»
Austrian protest shuts key European highway
MATREI AM BRENNER, Austria: Thousands of Austrians protesting against noise and pollution blocked a key European highway linking Germany and Italy on Saturday, but widely feared traffic chaos was averted. Protesters gathered on a stretch of the Brenner Pass road that crosses the Alps into Italy. Co»»»
BTA Archives Preserve News of Each "In Botev's Footsteps" March, BTA Director General Says
The Bulgarian News Agency's archives preserve the news of each of the National Tourist Marches "In the Footsteps of Botev's rebel detachment" from Kozloduy to Okolchitsa Peak, BTA Director General Kiril Valchev said at a meeting in the Vratsa village of Banitsa with the leaders of groups participat»»»
Austrian protest shuts key European highway
Matrei am Brenner, Austria: Thousands of Austrians protesting against noise and pollution blocked a key European highway linking Germany and Italy on Saturday, but widely feared traffic chaos was averted. Protesters gathered on a stretch of the Brenner Pass road that crosses the Alps into Italy. Co»»»
Before choosing the envoy, Washington must define its foreign policy mission – Ya Libnan
Share: Illustration: At every crossroads in history, America has faced the same choice: stand with power, or stand with the principles that made America The controversy surrounding Tom Barrack raises a larger question: Does Washington still seek to promote democracy and human rights in the Middle E»»»
Hezbollah fighters targeted infrastructure belonging to the Israeli occupation army in the settlement of Nahariya with a rocket barrage: Military Media Statement 18 - 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 infrastructure belonging to the Israeli occupation army in the settlement of Nahariya with a rocket barrage: Mi»»»
Hezbollah fighters targeted the Ya’ara Israeli occupation barracks and the Israeli military command headquarters in the town of Naqoura with a swarm of attack drones: Military Media Statements 16, 17 - 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 the Ya’ara Israeli occupation barracks and the Israeli military command headquarters in the town of Naqoura wit»»»
US expels new group of West Africans to Ghana, lawyer says
Accra, Ghana: Another group of West Africans has been sent to Ghana by the United States, including at least one with deportation protections, a lawyer involved with the case told AFP Saturday. US President Donald Trump has pursued a vast immigration crackdown, including the deportation of people w»»»
Hezbollah Unleashes Wide-Scale Strikes, Valiantly Confronts Desperate Israeli Incursion
Hezbollah’s Islamic Resistance in Lebanon carried out on Saturday a series of operations in response to the Israeli enemy’s ceasefire violations and strikes on civilians in southern Lebanese towns and Beirut, affirming the actions were undertaken in defense of Lebanon and its people. The group’s mi»»»
Dublin protest urges probe into ‘George Floyd’-style death
DUBLIN: Protesters in Dublin demanded “justice” Saturday for a Congolese man who died after he was restrained by security guards, in an incident likened to George Floyd’s murder in the United Statess six years ago. Around 100 people demonstrated in Ireland’s capital to call for an independent and t»»»
Over 12 detained, 7 injured in Israeli and colonizers' rampages across West Bank
Occupied Jerusalem: The Israeli occupation forces, alongside a group of colonizers, unleashed a series of attacks in multiple parts of the occupied West Bank. These rampages resulted in the detention of more than 12 Palestinians and the injury of seven others, with the occupation authorities forcin»»»
Dead Humpback Whale Brought to Shore in Denmark with Autopsy Set Next Week
The carcass of a humpback whale, whose life and death captivated Germans for months as the mammal became repeatedly stranded in the Baltic Sea, was dragged Saturday onto a Danish beach after two weeks of the body languishing in shallow waters. The whale had gained the nicknames “Timmy” and “Hope” a»»»
PM Says Lebanon Facing Dangerous Israeli Escalation
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam denounced on Saturday what he called a dangerous Israeli escalation in the south, urging an immediate ceasefire and insisting that a "scorched-earth policy" would not ensure Israel's security. In a televised address, Salam also defended his government's direct ne»»»