How health workers in DR Congo are treating Ebola and staying safe
How health workers in DR Congo are treating Ebola and staying safe Just nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleHafsa Khalil Getty ImagesHealth workers are on the frontline of trying to stop the current Ebola outbreak Health workers in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo are racing against t»»»
Hundreds protest U.S.-run Ebola field hospital in Kenya - UPI.com
Health workers wearing full personal protective equipment prepare May 23 to transport the body of an Ebola victim for a safe burial at Sofepadi Hospital in Bunia, Democratic Republic of the Congo. On Monday, hundreds of people in Kenya protested plans for a nearby field hospital to quarantine and t»»»
France warns Israel against ‘major strategic mistake’ of deeper military operations in Lebanon
NEW YORK CITY: France’s ambassador to the UN, Jerome Bonnafont, warned the UN Security Council that Israel’s expanding military operations in Lebanon risked becoming a “major strategic mistake,” as he urged all parties to recommit to the fragile ceasefire agreement and pursue a diplomatic resolutio»»»
Pentagon designates its press office a classified area
WASHINGTON, United States: The US Defense Department has designated its press office a classified space, the Pentagon said Monday, making it off-limits to journalists who used to be able to enter the area. “The Pentagon Press Office has been redesignated as a Sensitive Compartmented Information Fac»»»
‘We are in a war,’ alleged Iran-backed militant exclaims in US court
NEW YORK: An alleged member of an Iran-backed militia pleaded not guilty on Monday to US criminal charges he was involved in multiple attacks against American interests in Europe, proclaiming in a courtroom outburst, “I am not a criminal.” Iraqi national Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood Al-Saadi spoke in»»»
Exports rise 1.6% in Q1, reflecting expanding global market reach — industry minister
AMMAN — Minister of Industry, Trade and Supply Yarub Qudah said on Monday that foreign trade results for the first quarter of this year reflect the resilience of the national economy and the ability of Jordan’s productive sectors to maintain their presence in external markets despite economic and r»»»
Middle East war sends global air travel demand into reverse, IATA reports
AMMAN — The Middle East war has dealt a significant blow to the global aviation sector, causing worldwide passenger demand to fall by 3.4 per cent in April, according to new figures released by the International Air Transport Association (IATA).The sharp decline was driven primarily by a collapse i»»»
Press Review - Trump's oil blockade on Cuba aggravates Havana's garbage crisis
PRESS REVIEW – Monday, June 1: Piles of trash are flooding Havana, as Cuba struggles under US President Donald Trump's oil blockade. Next, papers look at the latest cancer research breakthrough and the industry of hair transplants. Also: US farmers find alternative ways to make money. Finally,»»»
Who is Abelardo de la Espriella, the far‑right Trump fan who could lead Colombia?
Far-right defence attorney and businessman Abelardo de la Espriella topped the first round of Colombia’s presidential election Sunday, followed closely by leftist senator Ivan Cepeda. A fervent supporter of US President Donald Trump as well as the authoritarian crime crackdown of El Salvador’s Pres»»»
'Most extreme right-wing fringes of Netanyahu govt call for far greater military action in Lebanon'
Nadia Massih is pleased to welcome Dr Filippo Dionigi, Senior Lecturer of International Relations specialized in Middle Eastern politics at the University of Bristol. As Israeli forces push deeper into southern Lebanon than at any point since the end of their occupation in 2000, the seizure of»»»
France bans Israeli offensive weapons from major defence show
France has banned the display of Israeli offensive weapons at the 2026 Eurosatory international defence and security exhibition, organisers said Monday. While the Israeli defence ministry denounced the "disgraceful decision", Eurosatory organisers said Israeli defence systems were authorised to par»»»
The Debate - Forever at war? US, Iran trade blows as Israel pushes deeper into Lebanon
About that four-week campaign that the Pentagon promised… Overnight volleys between Iran and the United States met by many with a shrug…so often has the current ceasefire been violated. Even the deal in the works is mostly to roll over that fragile truce and open more talks… not to permanently sett»»»
'Healthy consensus in Israel' on pursuing Lebanon campaign, expert says
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Monday he told US President Donald Trump that his country would strike Beirut if Hezbollah doesn't stop attacking Israel. Earlier, Trump had said that Israel and Hezbollah had agreed to dial back fighting. Speaking with FRANCE 24's Sharon Gaffney, B»»»
Ethiopia: 'One of the most rapidly growing economies in Africa, but wealth distribution is terrible'
Annette Young is pleased to welcome Dr. Douglas Yates, Africa Specialist and Political Science Professor at the American Graduate School of International Relations and Diplomacy. Amid ongoing conflict, will Ethiopia's elections be "free and fair"? While acknowledging that electoral proced»»»
Spotlight - 'Not Western version of democracy': 147 constituencies allegedly excluded from Ethiopia's election
As Ethiopians head to the polls, François Picard is pleased to welcome Jervin Naidoo, Political Analyst at Oxford Economics Africa. While official narratives emphasise stability and democratic progress, significant portions of the country remain excluded from voting, raising concerns about represen»»»
Senegal's ousted prime minister says his party will not participate in new government
Senegal's Pastef political party will not participate in the country's new government, Ousmane Sonko, the recently ousted prime minister and party president, said on Monday,raising the prospect of further political turmoil amid a daunting debt crisis. Senegal's Pastef party will not participate »»»
Conflicting US-Iran statements deepen uncertainty over Hormuz, uranium talks
The status of ongoing US-Iran peace negotiations remained unclear Tuesday as both sides issued conflicting statements on whether talks were advancing or on the verge of "collapse", deepening uncertainty over the future of the Strait of Hormuz and Iran’s nuclear enrichment program. Fresh doubts emer»»»
From childhood to graduation:Twin sisters reflect on their journey at QF
Tribune News Network Doha Since early childhood, twin sisters Taif Nasser and Nouf Al Malki have been part of the community at Qatar Academy Sidra (QAS), part of Qatar Foundation’s Pre-University Education. Growing up together within the same learning environment, the sisters say their school exper»»»
QF’s learning landscape:From school to university,the journey continues
Tribune News Network Doha For students graduating from Qatar Foundation’s schools after years of learning, growing, and building their dreams within their classrooms, and who have now been accepted into one of the organisation’s universities, it’s a moment that feels like much more than just the st»»»
Sky Realty cuts stake in Bonyan to 78.7% Arab Finance For Information Technology
Arab Finance: Sky Realty Holding Limited reduced its shareholding in Bonyan for Development and Trade to 78.708% from 82.71% after selling a 4.002% stake at a total value of EGP 338.498 million, according to a statement. Sky Realty sold 68.245 million shares in Bonyan at an average price of EGP 4.9»»»
NY Fed: Rise in remote work may be related to youth unemployment - UPI.com
Researchers from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York say that the rise of remote work is linked to the rise in unemployment among more recent college graduates. File photo by Tony Avelar/EPA-EFE June 1 (UPI) -- Research shows that a rise in remote work since the COVID-19 pandemic is connected to a»»»
Two possible Ebola cases in Brazil ruled out as patients test negative
Two possible Ebola cases in Brazil ruled out as patients test negative 6 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleJoe Coughlan Getty Images Two suspected cases of Ebola in Brazil have been cleared after both patients tested negative for the virus, local health authorities have said. The indivi»»»
MoPH organises insightful discussions as part of Int’l Coaching Week events
Tribune News Network Doha The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) recently organised several events for the International Coaching Week in collaboration with the International Coaching Federation (ICF), under the theme: “Adapt – Evolve – Thrive: Coaching for Resilience in a Changing World”, at the Min»»»
MoL launches nationwide awareness campaign on heat stress prevention
QNA Doha The Ministry of Labour (MoL) on Monday launched a comprehensive awareness campaign to protect workers from heat stress during working hours, in cooperation with several partners from both the public and private sectors. This is in preparation for the implementation of Ministerial Decision »»»
Iran warns ‘response will be completely different’ if US attacks continue
The Iranian Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has said it carried out a retaliatory strike on an air base used by the US after American forces attacked targets in southern Iran over the weekend. The latest exchange has further strained a fragile ceasefire reached in April after more than a mon»»»
How Trump reined in Netanyahu in Lebanon after Iran threatened to quit talks
U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday pulled the brakes on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's plan to bomb Hezbollah targets in Beirut's southern suburbs after Iran threatened to abandon its negotiations with the U.S. over Israel's actions in Lebanon. An Israeli official told U.S. news por»»»
Trump reins in Netanyahu over Lebanon after Iran threatens to quit talks – Ya Libnan
Share: Photo- Trump and Netanyahu last December at Mar-a-Lago. Photo: Joe Raedle/Getty Images President Trump on Monday pulled the brakes on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s plan to bomb Hezbollah targets in Beirut after Iran threatened to abandon its negotiations with the U.S. over Isra»»»
Islamic Resistance fighters targeted at 9:30 PM on Monday, June 1, 2026, a gathering of Israeli enemy army vehicles on the southern outskirts of the town of Odaisseh with a large barrage of rockets: statement 37 - 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 9:30 PM on Monday, June 1, 2026, a gathering of Israeli enemy army vehicles on the southern outskir»»»
U.S. crude exports hit record high as Gulf supplies falter
Washington, June 1 (SANA) U.S. crude oil exports rose to an unprecedented level in May, driven by increased demand from Asian and European refineries following the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran that broke out on February 28, ship-tracking data showed Monday. Data from analytics firm Kepler, reported b»»»
Scott Ritter: Cuba could be the bite Trump can’t chew
With much of the world’s attention on the still unresolved conflict between the US and Iran, the average consumer of news may be forgiven if they had forgotten that the US had, on January 3 of this year, launched a mini-invasion of Venezuela which resulted in the death of scores of people, includin»»»
US to drastically slash the number of embassies in Africa that can process visas
WASHINGTON: The State Department plans to drastically slash the number of US embassies and consulates in Africa that can process visas for foreigners seeking to come to the United States. The almost 50 US embassies and consulates that are processing visa applications will be reduced to 20 in the co»»»
Housing market gains momentum in May
Poland’s housing market regained momentum in May after a weaker April, with developers selling about 4,500 apartments across the country’s seven largest markets, up 12% m/m and 21% y/y, according to Otodom. Reservations surged to 7,100 units, the highest level since the 2023 boom triggered by the S»»»
Sales of new apartments amounted to 4,500 in May
Developer apartment sales in Poland’s seven largest cities reached 4,500 units in May, up 12% m/m and 21% y/y, according to preliminary data from Otodom. Combined sales in April and May exceeded 8,300 units, compared with 6,200 a year earlier, marking a more than 30% increase and putting the second»»»
Padel building commercial real estate success
PadelCity plans an aggressive expansion in Poland, targeting major cities and surrounding suburban areas while integrating padel clubs into shopping centers, retail parks and potentially office developments. Following the launch of its first Polish club at Westfield Arkadia in Warsaw, the company w»»»
Wroclaw skyscraper to be highest tower in EU at 272 m
A new “mini-Manhattan” is planned in Wrocław, centered on Giant Tower, a proposed 272-meter skyscraper that would surpass Warsaw’s Varso Tower in roof height and become the tallest building in the European Union by that measure. Developed by Giant Development Group, the mixed-use tower would offer »»»
Polish economy shows positive macroeconomic indicators
Poland’s economy grew by 3.5% in the first quarter, almost exactly in line with its historical average, suggesting neither exceptional strength nor weakness. Other key indicators also point to balance: inflation averaged 2.4%, close to the central bank’s target, unemployment remained near historic »»»
May inflation rate at 3.1%, between NBP’s target rates
Poland’s lower-than-expected inflation rate of 3.1% in May has eased pressure on the central bank to raise interest rates. Markets had previously anticipated two rate hikes this year, but now expect only one, potentially in September, while some economists believe rates may remain unchanged. The in»»»
Public procurement rate facing big change
Poland’s public procurement market is worth about PLN 587 bln annually and could approach PLN 1 trn by 2029. Beginning July 12, 2026, a new contractor certification system will be introduced to simplify participation in public tenders. The certificate will serve as a “passport” confirming a company»»»
Rafał Brzoska invests half a billion euros for investments in France
InPost plans to invest EUR 1.4 bln in France by 2030, increasing its commitment by EUR 500 mln from previous plans. The funds will be used to expand parcel locker networks, automate logistics centers and create at least 750 new jobs. France is InPost’s second-largest market after Poland, where the »»»
Hawaii volcano breaks eruption record as lava bursts from Kilauea - UPI.com
Kilauea burst back to life on Monday morning, setting a new record at one of the most active volcanoes in the world. The event marked the 48th episode of the ongoing Halema'uma'u eruption, which began in Hawaii on Dec. 23, 2024. That broke the previous record of 47 episodes during the Pu'u'o'o erup»»»
Dozens of nations at UN denounce Russia over Romania drone incident
UNITED NATIONS: Dozens of countries denounced Russia at the United Nations on Monday over a drone strike blamed on Moscow that hit a Romanian apartment building. “Such behavior is unacceptable under international law and must stop,” Romanian Foreign Minister Oana-Silvia Toiu said in a statement rep»»»
EU reaches deal on ‘return hubs’ migration reform
BRUSSELS, Belgium: The EU reached a deal Monday on a new tightening of migration rules allowing for so-called “return hubs” to be set up outside the bloc, as countries seek to boost deportations. European lawmakers and countries struck a provisional compromise on the reform, which was launched in r»»»
Anthropic confidentially files for initial public offering - UPI.com
Traders work last week on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange on Wall Street in New York City. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo June 1 (UPI) -- Artificial intelligence company Anthropic confidentially filed Monday for an initial public offering with the Securities and Exchange Commi»»»
Entrepreneur pilot leaves Paraguay before $3.6M in hashish found - UPI.com
Authorities said they found 577 pounds of hashish Saturday aboard a Bombardier Challenger 604 that arrived at Silvio Pettirossi International Airport in Luque, Paraguay, after a flight from from Panama. File Photo by Juan Pablo/EPA ASUNCION, Paraguay, June 1 (UPI) -- Paraguayan authorities are inve»»»
Islamic Resistance fighters targeted at 06:00 on Monday, 01-06-2026, a gathering of Israeli enemy military vehicles in the settlement of Ma’alot-Tarshiha in northern occupied Palestine with a rocket barrage: statement 36 - 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 06:00 on Monday, 01-06-2026, a gathering of Israeli enemy military vehicles in the settlement of Ma»»»
UN alarmed over Lebanon, calls for ceasefire to be respected
The United Nations on Monday expressed its alarm and called for all sides to respect the ceasefire as Israel expanded its offensive into Lebanon, while negotiations to end the U.S.-Iran war appeared in peril. "We are deeply alarmed by the escalation in military activities across southern Lebanon an»»»
Israeli strike damages hospital in city of Tyre
Lebanon said an Israeli strike hit near a hospital in the southern city of Tyre on Monday as the health ministry shared footage showing heavy damage to the facility. The state-run National News Agency said a strike targeting an intersection near the Jabal Amel hospital "hit a building and the parki»»»
Iran Guards threaten 'new fronts' over Israel's Lebanon offensive
Iran's Revolutionary Guards threatened to open "new fronts" and keep the Strait of Hormuz closed over Israel's offensive in Lebanon, state media reported on Monday. "Iran considers crossing the red lines in Lebanon and Gaza to mean direct war," state TV quoted the Guards' intelligence organisation »»»
Dozens of nations at UN denounce Russia over Romania drone incident
UNITED NATIONS: Dozens of countries denounced Russia at the United Nations on Monday over a drone strike blamed on Moscow that hit a Romanian apartment building. “Such behavior is unacceptable under international law and must stop,” Romanian Foreign Minister Oana-Silvia Toiu said in a statement rep»»»
Lebanon's US embassy says Hezbollah accepted US proposal on 'mutual cessation of attacks'
Lebanon's U.S. embassy said on Monday that Hezbollah had accepted a U.S. proposal for a "mutual cessation of attacks", after Israel threatened more strikes on south Beirut on the eve of a fourth round of Israel-Lebanon negotiations. The announcement came after U.S. President Donald Trump said Monda»»»