The Peninsula 7m

Mazda 2026 early summer offers: A strength you can feel, a value that lasts

Mazda Qatar, represented by its sole agent National Car Company for more than five decades, has announced the launch of the Mazda 2026 Early Summer Offers — a campaign created for customers who value proven quality, lasting reliability, refined performance, and long-term ownership confidence in tod»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 8m

Bulgaria's Foreign Minister Discusses Strategic Relations with Greek Ambassador

At a meeting at the Foreign Ministry, Bulgarian Foreign Minister Velislava Petrova and Greek Ambassador to Bulgaria Alexios Marios Liberopoulos discussed the strategic relations between the two countries and their shared strive to additionally upgrade those relations, the ministry announced on its »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 8m

PM Seeks to Ease Fears over Layoffs in Planned Administrative Reform

Prime Minister Rumen Radev Wednesday sought to calm concerns over the government’s previously announced administrative reform, stressing that the restructuring process would not lead to mass layoffs or a loss of institutional capacity. Speaking at the start of Wednesday’s government meeting, Radev »»»

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Arab News 9m

Iran Guards vow war will ‘spread far beyond region’ if US resumes attacks

DUBAI: Iran’s Revolutionary Guards warned on Wednesday that the Middle East war will extend beyond the region if the United States and Israel resume attacks on the Islamic republic. “If the aggression against Iran is repeated, the promised regional war will this time spread far beyond the region, a»»»

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Arab News 9m

US government agrees to drop tax claims against Trump in broadening of IRS lawsuit settlement

WASHINGTON: The US government will permanently drop tax claims against President Donald Trump, according to a settlement document made public Tuesday, in an extraordinary use of executive power that could effectively help shield the president from further examination of his finances and legal condu»»»

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Arab News 9m

Philippine Supreme Court denies Senator’s bid to prevent arrest in ICC case 

MANILA: ‌The Philippine Supreme Court on Wednesday rejected a bid by top Senator Ronald dela Rosa for a temporary restraining order to prevent his arrest and transfer to ‌the International ‌Criminal Court. Dela ‌Rosa, ⁠who is wanted for ⁠alleged crimes against humanity over his role in a bloody “wa»»»

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Arab News 9m

Venezuela releases 300 prisoners under amnesty law

CARACAS: Venezuela released three former police officers on Tuesday who spent more than two decades behind bars under an amnesty law set to free hundreds of political prisoners this week. Venezuela has released hundreds of political detainees since US forces captured autocratic leader Nicolas Madur»»»

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Arab News 9m

Taiwan leader says ‘foreign forces’ cannot decide island’s future

Taipei: Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te said Wednesday that “foreign forces” cannot decide the future of the democratic island, which relies heavily on US security backing to deter a potential Chinese attack. Lai’s remarks came days after US President Donald Trump suggested arms sales to Taiwan co»»»

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Arab News 9m

Bodies of last two Italian divers recovered in Maldives

ROME: The bodies of the last two of five Italian divers killed while diving in a deep underwater cave have been recovered, an Italian foreign ministry source said on Wednesday. “The first one has already been lifted onto a support boat. The second is being brought up by a diver who is observing the»»»

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The Peninsula 9m

UK eases sanctions on Russian jet fuel and diesel imports

London: The United Kingdom government said Wednesday that it had eased sanctions on imports of Russian jet fuel and diesel refined in third countries on Wednesday, amid spiralling fuel prices caused by the Middle East war. The trade licence that came into effect Wednesday is of "indefinite duration»»»

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RT 13m

Dispatches from ground zero of the woke reich

I’ve been back in my hometown of Vancouver, Canada, for a few days now. The big wall-to-wall news story has been about a moron who was speeding around on a jet ski in the harbor off the downtown coast where pods of whales have been swimming around – and ended up using a grey whale as a jump ramp. T»»»

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Naharnet 19m

Board of Peace will ask the UN Security Council to press Hamas to disarm

The body overseeing the U.S.-brokered ceasefire in Gaza will ask the United Nations Security Council to press the Hamas militant group to disarm, according to a report seen by The Associated Press on Tuesday. The report by the Board of Peace, an international body set up by U.S. President Donald Tr»»»

Al Manar 19m

Islamic Resistance fighters targeted gathering of Israeli soldiers and vehicles in the southern Lebanese village of Dibl with a salvo of rockets: Hezbollah Military Media statement 2 - 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 gathering of Israeli soldiers and vehicles in the southern Lebanese village of Dibl with a salvo of ro»»»

The Peninsula 19m

Philippine court denies Dela Rosa's plea to stop ICC arrest

Manila: The Philippine Supreme Court has denied the plea of Senator Ronald Dela Rosa to stop his arrest over an International Criminal Court (ICC) warrant, local media reported on Wednesday.»»»

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24 News Agency 20m

New MP Maksat Alymbekov takes oath - | 24.KG

New MP Maksat Alymbekov took the oath of office at a parliamentary session on May 20. He ran in the November 2025 elections in multi-mandate constituency No. 20. The Central Election Commission registered Alymbekov as a member of Parliament after Temirlan Aitiev resigned his seat. Maksat Alymbekov »»»

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24 News Agency 20m

Photo exhibition opened at UN headquarters at initiative of Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG

At the initiative of the Permanent Mission of the Kyrgyz Republic to the UN, a photo exhibition «Central Asia: Peaceful Borders, Shared Future» has opened at the organization’s headquarters in New York. The event was attended by representatives of many countries, the UN system, and partner organiza»»»

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The Peninsula 21m

Australia prepares emergency support as diphtheria outbreak worsens

Canberra, Australia: Australia is preparing an emergency health support package after more than 220 diphtheria cases were recorded nationwide this year, marking the country's largest outbreak in decades, health officials said on Wednesday. Australian Health Minister Mark Butler described the surge »»»

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The Peninsula 21m

5.6 magnitude quake hits eastern Turkiye

Istanbul, Turkiye: A 5.6 magnitude earthquake struck Turkiye's eastern province of Malatya on Wednesday, the country's Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD) said. The authority stated that the tremor occurred at 9am local time (0600 GMT) at a depth of 7.03 kilometers in the Battalgazi »»»

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Al Awsat 25m

Bodies of Last Two Italian Divers Recovered in Maldives

The bodies of the last two of five Italian divers killed while diving in a deep underwater cave have been recovered, an Italian foreign ministry source said on Wednesday. "The first one has already been lifted onto a support boat. The second is being brought up by a diver who is observing the decom»»»

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Al Awsat 25m

Authorities Deny Existence of a Second Israeli Base in Iraq

Iraqi authorities on Tuesday denied reports of a second Israeli military base in western Iraq, while acknowledging that an Israeli force had been stationed between the provinces of Najaf and Karbala for 48 hours in early March. The controversy erupted after The Wall Street Journal reported earlier »»»

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TAP 27m

Kaïs Saïed inspects projects and public facilities on unannounced visit to Nabeul

Tunis, May 20 (TAP)-President Kaïs Saïed made an unannounced visit on Tuesday to several areas in the governorate of Nabeul, including Marsa Al Oumara, Al Mangaa, and Retiba in the Takelsa district. He later traveled to Korbous, where he observed...»»»

UPI 29m

CDC says American infected with Ebola was sent to Germany for care - UPI.com

A staff in a protective gown prepares to inspect visitors as a preventive measure against Ebola at the National Institute of Biomedical Research in Goma, North Kivu, Democratic Republic of Congo, on Tuesday, the same day U.S. health officials said an American infected with the virus was being sent »»»

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Gulf News 29m

Abu Dhabi hosts biggest ISNR security exhibition with global tech showcase

Under the patronage of Lieutenant General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, the ninth and largest-ever edition of the International Exhibition for National Security and Resilience (ISNR 2026) officially opened yesterday (Tuesday, May 19) at ADNEC Centr»»»

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Al Manar 31m

Hezbollah’s Islamic Resistance fighters fired a barrage of rockets targeting gathering of Israeli soldiers and vehicles in the southern Lebanese village of Rshaf: Military Media statement 1 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah’s Islamic Resistance fighters fired a barrage of rockets targeting gathering of Israeli soldiers and vehicles in the southern Leb»»»

Bulgarian News Agency 32m

National Network for Children Opposes Proposal to Abolish Demographic Policy, Children and Family Committee

The National Network for Children (NNC) sent on Wednesday a position statement to the Ad Hoc Committee on the Adoption of the Rules of Organization and Procedure of the 52nd National Assembly, expressing concern over a proposal to abolish the standing parliamentary Committee on Demographic Policy, »»»

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The Peninsula 33m

UN calls for resumption of negotiations between Russia and Ukraine

New York, USA: The United Nations (UN) called for negotiations between Ukraine and the Russia to resume to prevent further escalation, stressing that dialogue is the only path to achieving peace, and reaffirming its condemnation of all attacks against civilians. This was delivered in a speech to th»»»

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Gulf News 34m

Saudi Arabia recalls 537 Flying Tiger Copenhagen children’s metal tea sets over choking hazard

Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Commerce has recalled 537 children’s metal tea sets sold by Flying Tiger Copenhagen after authorities identified a potential choking hazard linked to detachable small parts. The ministry said the recall covers model number 3058431 manufactured between 2024 and 2025. Accor»»»

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Al Awsat 37m

Help Wanted: Australian Conservation Group Seeks New Koala Rescue Dog

An Australian animal welfare group is seeking a heroic dog with an appetite for adventure for a full-time position as a koala rescuer. The successful pooch will replace the world-famous Bear, credited with saving over 100 koalas from bushfires during a decade of service. "Bear set the gold standard»»»

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Al Awsat 37m

Hezbollah Rejects Lebanon-Israel Talks While Backing Negotiations Between Iran and the US

Hezbollah’s position on negotiations tied to the war in Lebanon has exposed a growing contradiction - the group fiercely opposes direct talks between the Lebanese state and Israel, yet supports Iranian-American negotiations that Tehran says include Lebanon. The discrepancy has fueled political deba»»»

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Arab News 37m

Holy sites’ smart drinking-water system enhances sustainability and comfort

MAKKAH: The concepts of human-centered services and integrated care are reflected at the holy sites through the drinking-water development project, which has introduced a tangible improvement to the pilgrim experience. The project provides more than 2,400 modern water points along pedestrian walkwa»»»

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Arab News 37m

Pakistan declares three Eid Al-Adha holidays as Hajj preparations continue in Saudi Arabia

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has declared May 26-28 public holidays for Eid Al-Adha, the Cabinet Division said on Wednesday, as authorities stepped up preparations for this year’s Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia. The notification came days after Pakistan’s central moon-sighting committee announced that the »»»

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Al Manar 39m

Hezbollah Fire Kills Israeli Officer; ‘Israel’ Reports 882 Northern Front Injuries

The ‘Israeli Health Ministry’ has disclosed that 882 soldiers have been admitted to hospitals from the northern front alone since the start of the war on February 28th until May 19th reached 8,783. Yesterday, 12 new injuries were reported in ‘Israel’, including the death of a major who served as a »»»

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Gulf News 41m

Abu Dhabi announces Eid Al Adha video call schedule for inmates

Abu Dhabi Judicial Department has announced the schedule for video calls between inmates at correctional and rehabilitation centres and their families during the Eid Al Adha holiday. The initiative comes as part of the department’s efforts to strengthen family ties and support inmates through progr»»»

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Gulf News 41m

Dubai opens new Al Bashaer Mosque in Al Barsha South 2

The Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department (IACAD) has inaugurated the “Al Bashaer” Mosque in Dubai Science Park, Al Barsha South 2, as part of its ongoing efforts to expand religious infrastructure and provide houses of worship built to the highest architectural and service standards»»»

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Al Manar 43m

Israeli news site Walla reports: The commander of the 401st Armored Brigade and several soldiers were wounded when a drone launched by Hezbollah was targeted 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 news site Walla reports: The commander of the 401st Armored Brigade and several soldiers were wounded when a drone launched by Hezb»»»

The Peninsula 43m

South Korean oil tanker passes through Strait of Hormuz

Seoul: A South Korean oil tanker is currently passing through the Strait of Hormuz, the country's Foreign Minister said on Wednesday, marking the first transit by a South Korean vessel through the waterway since the regional tension began. "At this very moment, our oil tanker is passing through the»»»

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TAP 44m

Partly cloudy weather across most regions

Tunis, May 20 (TAP) — The weather, on Wednesday, will be partly cloudy across most regions, according to forecasts from the National Institute of Meteorology (INM).Winds will blow from the north in the north and center of the country, and from the...»»»

Naharnet 45m

Hezbollah clashes with soldiers near Haddatha as Israel strikes on south persist

The Israeli army struck overnight into Wednesday several southern towns and villages including Jebshit, Habboush, Kherbet Selem, Kafra, and Toura, as Hezbollah reported clashes with Israeli troops in southern Lebanon despite a truce. Hezbollah said its fighters "clashed.. with a force of the Israel»»»

Al Awsat 49m

Dollar Steady Near Six-Week Highs on Rate-Hike Bets, War Uncertainty

The US dollar was steady near a six-week high on Wednesday as investors come to terms with the possible need for higher interest rates to tackle inflation due to the Iran war, pushing the Japanese yen back into the intervention zone. The uncertainty over when the Middle East war may end has weighed»»»

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Al Awsat 49m

Slain Security Guard of California Mosque Engaged Gunmen in Shootout, Hailed as Hero

The security guard slain at the Islamic Center of San Diego was hailed on Tuesday as a fallen hero who sacrificed his life to keep 140 school children inside the mosque safe by engaging two gunmen in a shootout that deterred the teenage suspects and helped thwart their attack. Authorities also disc»»»

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Arab News 49m

Makkah and Madinah’s 911 center enhances Hajj services

RIYADH: The Unified Security Operations Center in Makkah and Madinah has enhanced its services for this year’s Hajj pilgrims. The center, which can be reached by calling 911, receives emergency security and humanitarian calls, deploys the latest technologies, and responds in two seconds. Qualified »»»

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The Peninsula 55m

Qatar Airways Group delivers robust financial performance despite global economic instability

Qatar Airways Group posts QAR 7.08bn net profit (US$1.94bn) for financial year 2025/26, demonstrating prudent growth and operational resilience Doha, Qatar: Qatar Airways Group announced a post-tax profit of QR7.08bn (US$ 1.94bn) for financial year 2025/26, demonstrating a robust performance agains»»»

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Business-review 56m

Unbounded creativity: the trend that goes beyond 2026

From Buenos Aires to Busan, Lagos to Lahore, new cultural powerhouses are reshaping how “global” looks and who gets to define it, says VML Intelligence’s The Future 100 for 2026. According to Brand Finance’s “Global Soft Power Index 2025,” China has climbed to second in the ranking, overtaking the »»»

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24 News Agency 56m

33-year-old Kyrgyzstani brutally killed in Moscow - | 24.KG

The Investigative Committee of the Russian Federation for Moscow is investigating the brutal murder of a 33-year-old citizen of Kyrgyzstan Aigerim. Relatives discovered the woman’s body, bearing signs of violent death, inside a sofa in a rented apartment on Lyublinskaya Street, Russian media report»»»

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The Peninsula 57m

Minister of Finance takes part in ‘No Money for Terror’ conference

Paris, France: The Ministry of Finance delegation, headed by H E Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari, Minister of Finance, participated yesterday in the opening session of the fifth edition of the “No Money for Terror” conference, held in Paris, French Republic. During the opening session, His Excellency the M»»»

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The Peninsula 57m

Amir sends congratulations to President of Timor-Leste

Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani sent a cable of congratulations to HE President of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste HH Jose Ramos-Horta, on the occasion of his country's Independence Day»»»

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Gulf News 58m

100 gold jewellery pieces dating back to Abbasid era uncovered in Saudi Arabia's Qassim region

Saudi Arabia's Heritage Commission announced the discovery of a collection of Abbasid-era gold jewellery at the Dariyah archaeological site in Saudi Arabia’s Qassim region during the fourth season of excavation and survey work at the site. The commission said the discovery included around 100 gold »»»

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Al Awsat 1h

South Korea’s Lee Criticizes Israel Detentions, Says Actions ‘Way Out of Line’

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung on Wednesday said Israel had arrested South Korean nationals in international waters, calling ‌the action “way ‌out of line”. In ‌a ⁠cabinet meeting, Lee ⁠said the South Korean citizens had been detained for reasons not ⁠valid under international ‌law, questioni»»»

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UPI 1h

On This Day, May 20: Pennsylvania Avenue closed to traffic in front of White House - UPI.com

On May 20, 1995, President Bill Clinton permanently closed Pennsylvania Avenue in front of the White House after more than 200 years of mostly unimpeded traffic. 1 of 5 | Military personnel practice marching on Pennsylvania Avenue for the inauguration ceremony in front of the White House in Washing»»»

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Middle East Observer 1h

Egyptalum Gears Up for Expansion

Eng. Mohamed Shimi, Minister of the Public Business Sector, embarked on a pivotal visit to the Egyptian Aluminum Company “Egyptalum” in Nag Hammadi today. This visit marked the beginning of a strategic dialogue with members of the House of Representatives and the Senate, reflecting the ministry’s c»»»

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