ROME: Jannik Sinner reached the semifinals of the Italian Open on Thursday after seeing off Andrey Rublev and establishing a new record of consecutive wins in Masters 1000 tournaments. Another straight-sets victory, this time 6-2, 6-4 over Rublev, moved Sinner up to 32 straight wins in the ATP’s to»»»

RIO DE JANEIRO: Carlo Ancelotti arrived in Brazil with five Champions League titles as a manager, league trophies from Europe’s big five competitions and a reputation for making elite dressing rooms breathe a little easier. One year on, he knows this job is something different: less club grind, mor»»»

WASHINGTON: The United States said Wednesday it would ease its system of demanding bond payments of visa applicants for certain fans seeking to come for the World Cup. Under one of President Donald Trump’s many initiatives to crack down on migration, the United States has begun asking people from 5»»»

Latvian Prime Minister Evika Silina resigned Thursday after a key party in her coalition withdrew its support for her sacking of the defence minister after Ukrainian drones repeatedly strayed into the country. Silina had blamed defence minister Andris Spruds for the incursions, saying the»»»

The UAE has strongly condemned the terrorist attack that targeted an Indian-flagged vessel off the coast of Oman, warning that the incident poses a serious threat to international maritime navigation and regional stability. In a statement, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the attack represe»»»

At a time when the global economy is grappling with strong waves of price pressures caused by the Iran war and disruption in the Strait of Hormuz, Saudi Arabia has managed to chart a different course. Inflation continued to slow, settling at one of the lowest levels globally, supported by stable re»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Resistance fighters targeted a Merkava tank in the town square of Taybeh with a loitering glider: statement 11 14-05-2026 18:21 PM »»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Resistance fighters targeted at 11:20 on Thursday 14-05-2026 a gathering of “Israeli” enemy army soldiers at the Ras Al-Naqoura sit»»»

The International Monetary Fund said on Thursday that it welcomes the initial positive dialogue between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, adding that reducing tension and uncertainty between the world's ⁠two largest economies ⁠was good for the world. "It's very important, »»»

WASHINGTON: Iran’s ability to threaten its neighbors ​and US interests has been dramatically reduced by US bombings, and Tehran’s defense industry has been set back by 90 percent, a senior US admiral said on Thursday.Admiral Brad Cooper, head of US Central Command, ‌sought to underscore ‌the tactic»»»

It is apposite that ‘After Nations, The Making and Unmaking of a World Order’ – written by English novelist turned historian Rana Dasgupta – should be published as Donald Trump is desperately seeking to extract America from an ill-judged and calamitous war in Iran. ‘After Nations’ is an analysis of»»»

Chinese leader Xi Jinping has warned US President Donald Trump that a standoff over Taiwan could push the two countries into “a very dangerous situation,” describing it as the single most important issue in bilateral relations. Xi made the remarks on Thursday during a meeting with Trump at the Grea»»»

BEIJING: In a meeting closely watched by the world, Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday agreed on a new vision of building a constructive bilateral relationship of strategic stability. The new vision will provide strategic guidance for China-U.S. relations over »»»

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), inaugurated the 20th edition of Art Dubai »»»

Along a meandering river in a warm and arid region that is now Thailand roughly 113 million years ago, a plant-eating behemoth almost 90 feet (27 meters) long browsed on the treetops without much fear of predators due to its sheer size. This was Nagatitan chaiyaphumensis, the largest-known dinosaur»»»

Beirut: The State of Qatar, represented by the Ministry of Transport, has provided a grant to the Ministry of Public Works and Transport of the Republic of Lebanon in support of Beirut's Rafic Hariri International Airport, including navigation equipment and technical systems. HE Sheikh Saud bin Abd»»»

BEIRUT: Israel’s defense minister on Thursday accused Barcelona’s superstar Lamine Yamal of inciting hate against Israeli soldiers after he waved a Palestinian flag while his club celebrated winning the La Liga title. “Lamine Yamal chose to incite against Israel and foment hatred while our soldiers»»»

LONDON: Anti-narcotics authorities of the Syrian Arab Republic thwarted an attempt to smuggle 142,000 captagon pills into Jordan. The Interior Ministry announced Thursday that smugglers used balloons equipped with GPS tracking and remote-control methods to transport drugs into Jordan near the south»»»

Dubai: US authorities are moving to resolve fraud charges against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani, potentially ending a criminal case that has hung over the Adani Group for more than a year, Bloomberg News reported. According to people familiar with the matter, the US Justice Department could annou»»»

LONDON: The destination of Scotland’s Premiership title will be decided at Parkhead on Saturday when Celtic need victory to become champions for the 56th time while Hearts will take the crown for the first time in 66 years and fifth in all if they win or draw. Those are the bald facts, but they bar»»»

The ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon will be extended for a period that is still unknown until the moment, Lebanese sources told Sky News Arabia as the third round of Lebanese-Israeli talks kicked off in Washington. "Israel is insisting on continuing its operations in south Lebanon and Washingt»»»

When the United States launched Operation Epic Fury against Iran in late February, the mission depended on a network of air refueling operations stretching from the Azores to the Arabian Gulf. Whether enough NATO allies would cooperate was not a given...and not all of them did. Secretary of State M»»»

Tunis, May 14 (TAP) - The Export Promotion Centre (CEPEX) will organise a multi-sector trade fair showcasing Tunisian products next July 5-7 in Amman (Jordan), with the aim of providing Tunisian companies with the opportunity to break into this...»»»

Washington, United States: The US climate prediction center said Thursday that the potentially powerful El Nino weather pattern is "likely to emerge soon" and could reach "very strong" levels later in the year. Scientists at the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said in their lates»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Resistance fighters targeted technical equipment at the newly established Balat site in southern Lebanon with a loitering glider: s»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Resistance fighters targeted a position of Israeli enemy soldiers inside a tent in the Deir Siryan River in southern Lebanon with a»»»

This video shows footage from the Islamic Resistance’s operation targeting vehicles and soldiers belonging to the “Israeli” enemy army at the Al-Abbad site at the southern Lebanese border with a swarm of loitering gliders [FPV]. This video shows footage from the Islamic Resistance’s operation targe»»»

WASHINGTON/BEIRUT/JERUSALEM: Lebanon will demand Israel cease fire at face-to-face talks that began in Washington on Thursday, a senior Lebanese official said, as Iran-backed Hezbollah and Israel continued ​to trade blows despite a US-backed truce declared last month. A State Department official co»»»

Peru’s leftist presidential candidate Roberto Sanchez clinched a spot in next month’s runoff election on Wednesday, official results showed, just hours after prosecutors indicted him on campaign finance charges and sought a prison sentence of more than five years. Peru's leftist candidate Roberto S»»»

JEDDAH: “The Sunken Treasures: The Maritime Heritage of the Red Sea” exhibition is attracting locals and foreigners in Jeddah. Being held at the Red Sea Museum, the exhibition features Al-Shuaybah treasure coins, a hoard of Islamic silver coins recovered from a shipwreck off the coast of Al-Shuayba»»»

Israel's ruling coalition on Wednesday submitted a proposal to dissolve parliament to pave the way for early elections. The move, initiated by Netanyahu's right-wing Likud party, came as Netanyahu appeared to be facing a possible collapse of his fractious coalition, amid mounting pressure from the »»»

The United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia in April secretly carried out a series of air strikes against Iran during the US-Israeli war against Tehran, the Wall Street Journal and Reuters reported this week. Analysts say these raids – which neither country has confirmed – would have been clandestine»»»

As the Eurovision returns, an investigation by the New York Times has revealed how Israel may have influenced voters to help its contestant Yuval Raphael in last year's edition. Story by James Vasina.»»»

In Lebanon, the very idea of peace with Israel continues to deeply divide opinion. As unprecedented negotiations open today in Washington under US mediation, many Lebanese see a chance for a return to stability. But within Hezbollah’s camp, any normalization with Israel is firmly rejected. Report b»»»

LONDON: Itamar Ben-Gvir, Israel’s far-right national security minister, stormed the courtyards of Al-Aqsa Mosque compound on Thursday while thousands of Jewish nationalists paraded through the streets of the walled city in occupied East Jerusalem. He raised an Israeli flag inside the compound and p»»»

A container ship sails on the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates, in June 2025. The UK’s Maritime Trade Operations said Thursday that a Honduran-flagged vessel was seized by Iran northeast of Fujairah, United Arab Emirates. File Photo by Ali Haider/EPA-EFE May 14 (U»»»

PRESS REVIEW – Thursday, May 14, 2026: First, US President Donald Trump's visit to China features on most French front pages. Next, the British papers study the Labour Party's candidates as Prime Minister Keir Starmer refuses to resign. Also, the Guardian reports on a secret UN mission in Gaza. Mea»»»

Sharjah: Sharjah Museums Authority will offer free entry to all its museums across Sharjah City, Khor Fakkan and Kalba on May 18 as part of a four-day celebration marking International Museum Day under the global theme, “Museums Uniting a Divided World.” The programme, running from May 15 to 18, wi»»»

An international operation aimed at combating a criminal group selling dietary supplements advertised as medicines that cure serious illnesses is underway, Sofia City Prosecution Office (SCPO) announced on Thursday. The operation is led and supervised by the SCPO. The group has generated profits am»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Public Works Authority, Ashghal said it is committed to integrating accessibility features for people with disabilities into the design and construction of healthcare facilities, helping improve access to services, independence, and quality of life. In a post on X, Ashghal said its»»»

Lebanon will demand Israel cease fire at face-to-face talks that began in Washington on Thursday, a senior Lebanese official said, as Iran-backed Hezbollah and Israel continued to trade blows despite a US-backed truce declared last month. A State Department official confirmed that a meeting of Leba»»»

Russia is intensifying its daytime attacks on Ukraine, including on regions sometimes far from the front lines. On Wednesday, Moscow launched at least 800 drones against Ukraine, according to Volodymyr Zelensky. The attacks continued into Thursday morning, killing at least six people and wounding d»»»

Britain’s political turmoil deepened on Thursday as Health Secretary Wes Streeting resigned from the government, a move widely seen as the opening shot in a potential leadership bid against embattled Prime Minister Keir Starmer. In his resignation letter to Starmer, which Streeting posted on X, he »»»

In Britain, Prime Minister Keir Starmer is under renewed pressure after his Health Secretary Wes Streeting resigned today and is expected to launch a leadership bid. Former Deputy leader Angela Raynor might also announce a bid for the leadership today after she announced that she has been cleared i»»»

In the UK, Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing renewed pressure as journalists have received reports that his Health Secretary, Wes Streeting, is set to resign today and launch a bid for the party leadership. Former deputy leader Angela Raynor could also announce a bid for leadership, after annou»»»

In London, the Tube and iconic red double-decker buses are deeply woven into the city's fabric. When these ageing vehicles retire, some are given a surprising second life and transformed into unique dining experiences. From underground carriages turned into restaurants to vintage buses serving afte»»»

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Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, today visited Jebel Ali Port, operated by DP World, to review operations, meet the teams keeping regional trade flowing and see firstha»»»

The National Assembly passed at first reading on Thursday all three bills amending the Judicial System Act, introduced by Progressive Bulgaria, Democratic Bulgaria, and Continue the Change. The Progressive Bulgaria bill was approved unanimously with 189 votes in favour by all parliamentary groups. »»»

RIYADH: Students looking for an American higher education in Riyadh can now apply for a place at the first accredited US university in the Kingdom. At 106 years old, the University of New Haven is officially the first American university to receive a foreign branch campus license from the Ministry »»»