UPI 13m

WHO declares Ebola health emergency in the DRC, Uganda - UPI.com

Medical workers check temperatures at the Mpondwe border point with DR Congo, near Bwera, Uganda, on May 9, 2019. File Photo courtesy the WHO May 17 (UPI) -- The World Health Organization has declared a public health emergency of international concern in reaction to an Ebola outbreak in Uganda and »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 16m

Dara Back in Sofia after Eurovision Victory: We Did Something Great for Bulgarian Music

Pop star Dara returned to Bulgaria from Vienna on Sunday just hours after winning the 70th Eurovision Song Contest with "Bangaranga". At Vasil Levski Sofia Airport, she was welcomed by Culture Minister Evtim Miloshev, Sofia Mayor Vassil Terziev, members of the Bulgarian National Television manageme»»»

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Arab News 21m

Dhu Al-Hijjah moon sighted in Pakistan, Eid Al-Adha to be observed on May 27

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s central moon-sighting committee on Sunday announced that the crescent moon marking the beginning of the Islamic month of Dhu Al-Hijjah had been sighted in the country, consequent upon which Eid Al-Adha will be celebrated on May 27. The central moon-sighting committee met in Ka»»»

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Al Awsat 21m

US Presents Five-point List that Iran Describes as 'No Tangible Concessions'

Iranian media said Sunday that the United States had failed to make any concrete concessions in its latest response to Iran's proposed agenda for negotiations to end the war. The Fars news agency said Washington had presented a five-point list which included a demand for Iran to keep only one nucle»»»

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Gulf News 26m

Gargash stresses need for strong GCC-European partnerships at Athens Summit to boost stability and security

Dr Anwar Mohammed Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President, highlighted the importance of GCC-European partnerships in strengthening stability, security and peace. Speaking about the first European-Gulf summit, held in Athens, Greece, which focused on strengthening strategic ties and addres»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 28m

Dara Back in Sofia after Eurovision Victory

Pop star Dara returned to Bulgaria from Vienna on Sunday just hours after winning the 70th Eurovision Song Contest with "Bangaranga". At Vasil Levski Sofia Airport, she was welcomed by Culture Minister Evtim Miloshev, Sofia Mayor Vassil Terziev, members of the Bulgarian National Television manageme»»»

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Al Awsat 33m

Israeli Strikes Kill Five People in Gaza

Israeli strikes killed at least five Palestinians in the Gaza Strip on Sunday, health officials said, as ceasefire efforts meant to end fighting between Israel and Hamas falter. In the weeks since halting its joint bombing with the US in Iran, Israel has stepped up its attacks in Gaza, where Hamas »»»

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The Peninsula 37m

Death toll from Israeli aggression on Lebanon rises to 2,988

Beirut: The Lebanese Ministry of Health announced today that the death toll from the Israeli aggression on Lebanon has risen to 2,988, with 9,210 wounded. Local sources reported that one person was killed and two others were wounded in Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon. The sources indicated t»»»

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Gulf News 50m

Crescent moon sighted in UAE, Eid Al Adha date revealed

The UAE announced that Monday, May 18, will mark the first day of Dhu Al Hijjah, as the crescent moon was sighted on Sunday evening. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.When will Eid Al Adha begin? Eid Al Adha falls on the 10th day of Dhu Al Hijjah, t»»»

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Gulf News 50m

UAE condemns terrorist targeting of Barakah Plant perimeter

The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms the unprovoked terrorist attack targeting an electricity generator outside the inner perimeter of the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in Al Dhafra region, carried out by a drone that entered the country’s territory from the western border di»»»

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Arab News 51m

Frankly Speaking: New US-Iran nuclear agreement is the only way, says former Israeli PM Ehud Olmert

RIYADH: Ehud Olmert, the former Israeli prime minister, sees a renewed nuclear agreement between the US and Iran as the only realistic way to defuse one of the Middle East’s most dangerous flashpoints. Diplomacy, not military force, he said, offers the best chance of curbing Tehran’s nuclear ambiti»»»

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Al Awsat 57m

Saudi Arabia: Imam Turki Reserve Authority Reaffirms Commitment to Protecting Endangered Species

The Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Nature Reserve Development Authority reaffirmed its commitment to protecting endangered wildlife species through a comprehensive ecosystem of environmental programs and initiatives aimed at preserving biodiversity, restoring ecological balance, and developing natur»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Qatar strongly condemns drone attack on UAE targeting Barakah Nuclear power plant

Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar strongly condemned the drone attack on the sisterly United Arab Emirates, including one drone that targeted Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in Al Dhafra region, describing it as a blatant violation of international law and a serious threat to regional security. In a stat»»»

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Gulf News 1h

CBSE slashes re-evaluation fees, offers refund for improved marks

Dubai: India's Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has dramatically cut the cost of challenging Class 12 exam results, announcing that re-evaluation of answers will now cost just Rs 25 per question and that the fee will be refunded in full if a student's marks go up following the review. Th»»»

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Arab News 1h

Around 120,000 Syrian refugees return home from Lebanon

LONDON: Over 120,000 Syrian refugees in Lebanon returned to their hometowns in the Syrian Arab Republic during the first four months of 2026, according to official figures. The return came amid the fragile ceasefires between the US and Iran and between Hezbollah and Israel since early April. Curren»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Moon sighted in Saudi Arabia, Eid Al Adha date revealed

The crescent for the month of Dhul Hijjah was seen on Sunday in Saudi Arabia. Therefore, Monday, May 18, 2026, will be the first day of Dhul Hijjah 1447. When will Eid Al Adha begin?Eid Al Adha falls on the 10th day of Dhu Al Hijjah, the final month of the Islamic lunar calendar. Therefore, it will»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Saudi Stock Index closes lower

Riyadh: Saudi Arabia's main stock index closed lower on Sunday, shedding 27.50 points to end trading at 10,967.94 points, with total trading value reaching SAR 2.9 billion. A total of 158 million shares were traded, with 77 listed companies recording gains while 179 closed lower. The parallel marke»»»

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Ministero di affari esteri Turchia 1h

No: 92, 17 May 2026, Regarding the Third Meeting of the Strategic Dialogue Mechanism Between Türkiye and Germany

The Third Meeting of the Strategic Dialogue Mechanism between Türkiye and Germany will be held in Berlin on 18 May 2026, under the co-chairmanship of H.E. Hakan Fidan, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye, and H.E. Johann David Wadephul, Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs of the»»»

Bulgarian News Agency 1h

Artists, Intellectuals and Politicians Elated at Dara's Eurovision Triumph

А host of Bulgarian artists, intellectuals and politicians, including some of the brightest stars on the national entertainment and intellectual scene and top government leaders, congratulated the singer Dara on winning the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna with her song "Bangaranga". The firs»»»

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Sputnik 1h

China’s Pinglu Canal is About to Redraw Asian Trade Maps

China has nearly finished a mega-project that will give its southwest the shortest direct access to the sea — and slash shipping distances by more than 560 km. Installation of the three main shipping hubs on the 134-km Pinglu Canal has now been completedThe canal offers a direct river-sea trade rou»»»

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UPI 1h

Sen. Cassidy loses in Louisiana primary, takes aim at Trump - UPI.com

Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-La., speaks during a hearing with NIH Director Jay Bhattacharya at the Dirksen Senate Office Building near the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., on February 3. He lost the Republican primary on Saturday. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo May 17 (UPI) -- Sen. Bill Ca»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Ronaldo leaves pitch without collecting silver medal as Al Nassr fall to Gamba Osaka in AFC Champions League Two final

Cristiano Ronaldo skipped Al Nassr’s runners-up medal ceremony after the Saudi side lost 1-0 to Japan’s Gamba Osaka in the final of the AFC Champions League Two, prompting widespread reaction on social media. The Al Nassr captain appeared visibly frustrated following the defeat, with television foo»»»

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Arab News 1h

For Hajj visitors, less is often more

ALKHOBAR: For many first-time pilgrims, packing for Hajj begins with uncertainty. The result is often the same. Overpacked bags, unnecessary items and the quiet realization, days later, that comfort during Hajj depends far less on quantity than expected. Some arrive carrying multiple pairs of shoes»»»

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Daily News Egypt 1h

Financial inclusion, digital payments unlock new opportunities for Egypt’s real estate sector

Egypt’s real estate market has the potential to evolve from a strong domestic sector into an exportable investment product amid global geopolitical and economic shifts, according to Ahmed El Sayed, Chairperson of Golden View Developments. El Sayed noted that international investors increasingly pri»»»

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Daily News Egypt 1h

VIE Communities debuts in Egypt with EGP 150bn New Cairo projects

VIE Communities, a newly formed Egyptian-Emirati real estate alliance, has officially launched in Egypt with plans to develop two landmark projects in New Cairo, representing combined investments exceeding EGP 150bn. The partnership brings together Future of Egypt for Investment and Development, Gl»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Expatriate jobs in Bahrain’s private sector rise slightly while national employment climbs over 4% in 2 years

The number of expatriate workers in Bahrain’s private sector rose marginally between 2022 and 2024, while Bahraini employment recorded a stronger increase, according to Labour Ministry figures based on Social Insurance Organisation subscriber data. Expatriate employment increased by around 0.6 per »»»

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Middle East Observer 2h

Egypt’s Foreign Trade Surges to $104.7bn in fiscal year 2023/2024

Egypt’s foreign trade has reached an impressive $104.7 billion in the fiscal year 2023/2024, according to a recent report by the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE). This substantial figure includes $72.1 billion in imports and $32.6 billion in exports, emphasizing the country’s robust engagement with glob»»»

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Arab News 2h

Jamarat facility upgraded ahead of Hajj 2026 to improve crowd safety

RIYADH: Kidana Development Company is completing comprehensive maintenance and readiness works at Mina’s Jamarat facility. As part of preparations for the Hajj season 2026, Kidana continues wide-ranging maintenance and upgrades at holy sites in Makkah. The company, which is the executive arm of the»»»

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Albanian Daily News 2h

Rama Welcomes Cross-Party Support for Albania’s EU Membership Resolution

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama has welcomed the agreement reached between the ruling Socialist Party and the opposition Democratic Party over the approval of a parliamentary resolution related to Albania’s European Union membership process. Speaking during his podcast “Flasim” on Sunday, Rama des»»»

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Albanian Daily News 2h

Rama Promises Digital Reforms and Economic Support Measures

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama has summarized what he described as several key developments of the week, focusing on Albania’s European integration process, its growing role in Euro-Atlantic security, and support measures for the country’s economy and entrepreneurship sector. Speaking at the end »»»

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Sana 2h

Saudi FM, US envoy discuss developments in Syria

Riyadh, May 17 (SANA) Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud discussed with US Special Envoy to Syria Tom Barrack the latest developments in Syria and ways to support stability in the country. According to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA), the meeting, held in Riyadh on Sunday, also included »»»

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Gulf News 2h

UAE among world's top 10 governments

In a renewed affirmation of the success of its development model built on proactiveness, flexibility and future readiness, the UAE Government has further strengthened its standing among the world’s most efficient and effective governments by securing its position among the top 10 globally in the 20»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Israel Strikes Lebanon as Hezbollah Calls Talks 'Dead End'

Israel struck eastern and southern Lebanon on Sunday, state media reported, despite a fragile ceasefire as Hezbollah called US-brokered talks between the two countries a "dead end". Two Israeli strikes hit the town of Sohmor in eastern Lebanon's Bekaa valley, the state-run National News Agency (NNA»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

UAE air defences intercept 3 UAVs, investigations underway: Ministry

Abu Dhabi: The Ministry of Defence of the United Arab Emirates announced that on Sunday, May 17, 2026, UAE air defence systems intercepted three UAVs that entered the country from the western border direction. In a statement, the ministry said that two of the UAVs were successfully intercepted, whi»»»

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Arab News 2h

Indian worker killed in Ukraine drone attack on Russia, embassy says

MOSCOW: An Indian citizen working in Russia was among the three people killed in a massive Ukrainian drone attack on Moscow and the surrounding region, the Indian embassy in Russia said on Sunday. “One Indian worker has lost his life and three others have been injured in a drone attack in Moscow re»»»

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Arab News 2h

Saudi driver Hamza Bakhshab clinches third place at Jordan Rally

AMMAN: Rising Saudi driving star Hamza Bakhashab delivered another impressive performance in the third round of the Middle East Rally Championship stage by securing third place at the Jordan Rally, which concluded on Saturday. Driving the Toyota GR Yaris Rally2 alongside his Irish co-driver Lorcan »»»

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Qatar Tribune 2h

Qatar ranks first regionally in 2026 Food Systems Resilience Index

DOHA: Qatar has secured the top regional position in the 2026 Food Systems Resilience Index (RFSI), reinforcing its standing as one of the region’s leading performers in building a stable and sustainable food security system. Issued by the Economist Impact, the index serves as a global benchmark me»»»

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RT 2h

EU globally irrelevant due to sloppy decision-making – ex-foreign policy chief

Sloppy decision-making and an inability to agree on key issues have rendered the EU effectively irrelevant on the global stage, the bloc’s former foreign policy chief Josep Borrell has argued. The former top diplomat made the remarks in an interview with Belgian broadcaster RTBF on Friday, somewhat»»»

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RT 2h

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer considering resigning, Daily Mail says

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is considering resigning amid a deepening political crisis in the ruling Labour Party, according to Daily Mail journalist Dan Hodges. Starmer became prime minister after leading Labour to a landslide victory in the 2024 general election. Less than two years later, how»»»

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UPI 3h

Hundreds of Ukrainian drones strike Moscow region, killing 3 - UPI.com

A man inspects a damaged apartment building following a drone attack outside Moscow on Sunday. Photo by Maxim Shipenkov/EPA May 17 (UPI) -- Hundreds of Ukrainian drones attacked the Moscow region overnight in what Russian officials called the largest attack in more than a year. Russia's state-run n»»»

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Gulf News 3h

UAE air defences engage three drones, intercept two

The UAE’s air defences intercepted three drones, the Ministry of Defence said on Sunday. The Ministry said the drones entered the country from the western border on May 17, 2026, adding that two were successfully intercepted while the third struck an electricity generator outside the inner perimete»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

QSE index closes lower

Doha: The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) index closed Sunday's trading session down by 9.10 points, or 0.09 percent, to settle at 10,484.17 points. A total of 100,883,896 shares were traded during the session, with a total value of QAR 231,827,695.106 through 14,919 transactions across all sectors. The»»»

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Al Awsat 3h

Yemeni Interior Minister: Assassination Cells in Aden Backed by Foreign Funding, Seeking to Undermine State

Yemen’s Interior Minister Major General Ibrahim Haidan revealed what he described as the foiling of the "largest political assassination plot" in the temporary capital Aden, saying security forces had carried out a successful pre-emptive operation against terrorist cells linked to foreign actors th»»»

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Al Manar 3h

Israeli warplanes launched a series of airstrikes targeting the towns of Khirbet Selm, Tebnin, Deir Antar, and Al-Babliyeh, with additional raids reported on Al-Marwaniyeh and the area between Jibchit, Adchit, and Aabba: Al-Manar correspondent in southern Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli warplanes launched a series of airstrikes targeting the towns of Khirbet Selm, Tebnin, Deir Antar, and Al-Babliyeh, with additional»»»

The Peninsula 3h

Roma near Champions League return with derby triumph

Rome: Roma took a huge step towards returning to the Champions League by beating local rivals Lazio 2-0 on Sunday in a feisty derby which finished with both teams down to 10 men, while Napoli won 3-0 at Pisa to secure a top-four spot. Roma's players pose ahead the Italian Serie A football match bet»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

Real estate trading volume hits QR2.062 bn in April 2026

DOHA: The volume of real estate trading in sale contracts registered with the Real Estate Registration Department at the Ministry of Justice in April 2026 amounted to QR2,062,250,888. Data from the real estate analytical bulletin issued by the Ministry of Justice revealed that 516 real estate trans»»»

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MIA 3h

Conference calls for national platform to unite all sectors against corruption

Skopje, 14 May 2026 (MIA) — Eliminating corruption requires the participation of every sector of society rather than "declarative efforts," officials and business leaders said at a conference Thursday. The conference, titled "Business Integrity for a Competitive Economy," highlighted that the fight»»»

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Gulf News 3h

UAE to work with China to reshape future of education using AI

Dubai: A senior UAE delegation led by Dr. Abdulrahman Al Awar, Minister of Human Resources and Emiratisation and Acting Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, travelled to Hangzhou, China, for the World Digital Education Conference 2026, held under the theme AI + Education: Transform»»»

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BBC 3h

How worrying is the global Ebola emergency?

How worrying is the global Ebola emergency? 9 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleJames GallagherHealth and science correspondent Getty ImagesHealthcare workers pictured during a previous Ebola outbreak in Uganda in 2022 The outbreak of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo is concern»»»

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Arab News 3h

Saudi FM discusses latest developments in Syria with US envoy

RIYADH: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan received US Special Envoy for Syria Tom Barrack in Riyadh on Sunday, the Saudi Press Agency reported. During the meeting, the two officials discussed the latest developments in Syria and ways to support stability in the country. Views on issue»»»

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