Egypt’s telecom providers launch operations for the fifth-generation (5G)
The National Telecom Regulatory Authority (NTRA) of Egypt has entered into a landmark agreement with the country’s leading telecom providers—Orange Egypt, Vodafone Egypt, and e& Egypt—effectively granting them licenses to operate fifth-generation (5G) mobile services. This move marks a pivotal step»»»
MoPH inspects 27,036 imported food shipments in Q1 2026
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Public Health represented by the Food Safety Department has recorded the inspection of 27,036 imported food shipments to ensure they meet Qatar’s safety standards and comply with relevant regulations and technical requirements. This came in the Food Safety Department Ac»»»
Nissan Says Gulf Strategy Unchanged Despite Geopolitical Challenges
Nissan Motor Co.’s Chief Performance Officer Guillaume Cartier said the Gulf and Middle East remain central to the company’s growth and profitability despite recent geopolitical challenges, adding that investment plans in the region remain unchanged. Cartier told Asharq Al-Awsat that the automaker »»»
Winter Sports Development Program kicks off under Years of Culture Initiative
Doha, Qatar: The Winter Sports Development Program was launched at Ali Bin Hamad Al Attiyah Arena as part of the Years of Culture Initiative (Qatar – Canada & Mexico 2026), in a strategic collaboration between the Qatar Winter Sports Committee and Qatar Museums’ flagship cultural program. Designed »»»
More Nepalis drive electric, evading global fuel shocks
Anup Ojha Kathmandu, Nepal: As global fuel markets reel from the Middle East war, motorists in Nepal are increasingly turning to electric vehicles, with high demand putting a strain on dealerships. Electric microbus driver Purushottam Adhikari said he was now shuttling more passengers along the 300»»»
Judge blocks temporarily blocks Texas ban on smokable hemp - UPI.com
A Texas judge extended a temporary injunction on the state health department's ban on smokable hemp, which went into effect this year after Texas Gov. Greg Abbot vetoed a ban passed last year by the state legislature. File Photo by Paul Brinkmann/UPI May 2 (UPI) -- A Texas judge on Friday temporari»»»
Startup wrap — Funding momentum steady amid MENA regional tensions
RIYADH: Startups operating in the Middle East and North Africa region showed remarkable resilience last week, securing multiple funding rounds across key sectors even as geopolitical tensions from the Iran conflict continued to rattle markets. This momentum builds on a record-breaking 2025, when ME»»»
How overseas work experience now counts in Philippine civil service exams
Dubai: Years spent working overseas will now carry added weight for Filipinos aiming to enter government service, following a new policy from the Philippine Civil Service Commission (CSC). Through resolution no. 2600596, the CSC has introduced the overseas Filipino workers (OFW) preference rating, »»»
UAE roads in numbers: 6,014 crashes, 1,102 pedestrian hits
Dubai: Light vehicles were responsible for the largest share of traffic accidents across the UAE last year, according to new figures released by the UAE Ministry of Interior. The data shows that light vehicles were involved in 3,834 accidents, far exceeding other categories. Motorcycles ranked seco»»»
US judge protects Yemeni refugees, slams Trump administration’s push to end special status
NEW YORK: A federal judge on Friday blocked the Trump administration from forcing about 3,000 Yemeni refugees to leave the US, ruling that Temporary Protected Status repeatedly granted to them and due to expire Monday should be extended again. Judge Dale E. Ho in Manhattan extended the status tempo»»»
How is Big Ticket turning May into a month of million-dirham dreams
Dubai: Big Ticket has launched its May edition with a “a dynamic line-up of promotions,” headlined by the Dh20 million grand prize that will be awarded during a live draw on June 3. The draw will mark the moment one participant turns into a millionaire as the UAE heads into the summer season. This »»»
‘Completely unexpected’: Dubai-based stock controller wins Dh25,000 in Big Ticket
Dubai: A Dubai-based stock controller has won Dh25,000 in the latest Big Ticket weekly e-draw, describing the moment as “completely unexpected” after years of trying his luck. Mohammed Sameer, a 33-year-old Indian national, has been living in Dubai with his family for the past 14 years. Like many U»»»
UAE calls for faster Gulf growth in key GCC meeting
Abu Dhabi: Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, has taken part in the 70th meeting of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Trade Cooperation Committee, where ministers reviewed a series of strategic initiatives aimed at deepening economic ties and strengthening the competitiven»»»
Number of people without electricity halved since 2000 – OWID
Most people in the world would think very little before flicking on the lights, charging a mobile phone or turning on a laptop to read this. But that’s a very different reality from the almost 700 million people in the wor»»»
Number of people without electricity halved since 2000 – OWID
Most people in the world would think very little before flicking on the lights, charging a mobile phone or turning on a laptop to read this. But that’s a very different reality from the almost 700 million people in the wor»»»
Number of people without electricity halved since 2000 – OWID
Most people in the world would think very little before flicking on the lights, charging a mobile phone or turning on a laptop to read this. But that’s a very different reality from the almost 700 million people in the wor»»»
Number of people without electricity halved since 2000 – OWID
Most people in the world would think very little before flicking on the lights, charging a mobile phone or turning on a laptop to read this. But that’s a very different reality from the almost 700 million people in the wor»»»
Number of people without electricity halved since 2000 – OWID
Most people in the world would think very little before flicking on the lights, charging a mobile phone or turning on a laptop to read this. But that’s a very different reality from the almost 700 million people in the wor»»»
Number of people without electricity halved since 2000 – OWID
Most people in the world would think very little before flicking on the lights, charging a mobile phone or turning on a laptop to read this. But that’s a very different reality from the almost 700 million people in the wor»»»
Number of people without electricity halved since 2000 – OWID
Most people in the world would think very little before flicking on the lights, charging a mobile phone or turning on a laptop to read this. But that’s a very different reality from the almost 700 million people in the wor»»»
Number of people without electricity halved since 2000 – OWID
Most people in the world would think very little before flicking on the lights, charging a mobile phone or turning on a laptop to read this. But that’s a very different reality from the almost 700 million people in the wor»»»
Number of people without electricity halved since 2000 – OWID
Most people in the world would think very little before flicking on the lights, charging a mobile phone or turning on a laptop to read this. But that’s a very different reality from the almost 700 million people in the wor»»»
Number of people without electricity halved since 2000 – OWID
Most people in the world would think very little before flicking on the lights, charging a mobile phone or turning on a laptop to read this. But that’s a very different reality from the almost 700 million people in the wor»»»
Number of people without electricity halved since 2000 – OWID
Most people in the world would think very little before flicking on the lights, charging a mobile phone or turning on a laptop to read this. But that’s a very different reality from the almost 700 million people in the wor»»»
Number of people without electricity halved since 2000 – OWID
Most people in the world would think very little before flicking on the lights, charging a mobile phone or turning on a laptop to read this. But that’s a very different reality from the almost 700 million people in the wor»»»