Turkish police fire tear gas, arrest hundreds at Istanbul May Day rallies
ISTANBUL: Turkish police on Friday fired tear gas and arrested hundreds of people holding May Day demonstrations in Istanbul, as thousands rallied nationwide. According to the CHD Lawyers’ Association, at least 370 people were arrested in Istanbul, where police fired tear gas from riot-control vehi»»»
Swedish bomb squad assess suspicious object in Malmo
MALMO: Police said they had cordoned off several streets in Malmo, southern Sweden, on Friday after finding a suspected dangerous object, and urged people to remain indoors. The police said on their website that the national bomb squad had arrived on site and asked residents, as well»»»
Doctors reattach toddler’s finger severed in school accident
Doctors in a Thessaloniki hospital have successfully reattached the finger of a five-year-old child that was severed after getting caught in a school door, state ERT television said Friday. The accident occurred Thursday at a Thessaloniki kindergarten, when a classroom door closed on the boy’s hand»»»
NATO and China: A Slow Alliance Confronts a Fast-Rising Rival
NATO was established in 1949 to provide collective defense against the Soviet Union, based on the principle that an attack on one member is an attack on all. At the time, US President Harry Truman also sought to anchor an American presence in war-ravaged Europe to ensure security and prevent a stra»»»
US National Debt Exceeds Size of Economy for 1st Time Since End of World War II – Reports
WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - The US national debt exceeded the size of the country's economy at the end of March for the first time since the end of World War II, Fox Business reported, citing data released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. The Bureau reportedly estimated on Thursday that the national »»»
US Operation Against Iran Costs Washington $100Bln - Iranian Foreign Minister
TEHRAN (Sputnik) - The US operation against Iran cost Washington $100 billion, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Friday. "The Pentagon is lying. [Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin] Netanyahu's gamble has directly cost America $100b so far, four times what is claimed," Araghchi said on X»»»
The Strait of Hormuz is also a digital chokepoint
The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) closed the Strait of Hormuz on March 2, choking off a fifth of the world’s oil supplies and causing the “worst oil crisis in history.” However, the IRGC has another card to play: the Strait is also a digital highway for the global internet and if it cuts»»»
The Strait of Hormuz is also a digital chokepoint
The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) closed the Strait of Hormuz on March 2, choking off a fifth of the world’s oil supplies and causing the “worst oil crisis in history.” However, the IRGC has another card to play: the Strait is also a digital highway for the global internet and if it cuts»»»
Where food accounts for a large slice of imports - Statista
Amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and supply chain disruptions caused by the near-total closure of the Strait of Hormuz, concerns over global food security have intensified, Statista reports. The region pla»»»
Where food accounts for a large slice of imports - Statista
Amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and supply chain disruptions caused by the near-total closure of the Strait of Hormuz, concerns over global food security have intensified, Statista reports. The region pla»»»
The Strait of Hormuz is also a digital chokepoint
The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) closed the Strait of Hormuz on March 2, choking off a fifth of the world’s oil supplies and causing the “worst oil crisis in history.” However, the IRGC has another card to play: the Strait is also a digital highway for the global internet and if it cuts»»»
The Strait of Hormuz is also a digital chokepoint
The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) closed the Strait of Hormuz on March 2, choking off a fifth of the world’s oil supplies and causing the “worst oil crisis in history.” However, the IRGC has another card to play: the Strait is also a digital highway for the global internet and if it cuts»»»
Where food accounts for a large slice of imports - Statista
Amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and supply chain disruptions caused by the near-total closure of the Strait of Hormuz, concerns over global food security have intensified, Statista reports. The region pla»»»
The Strait of Hormuz is also a digital chokepoint
The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) closed the Strait of Hormuz on March 2, choking off a fifth of the world’s oil supplies and causing the “worst oil crisis in history.” However, the IRGC has another card to play: the Strait is also a digital highway for the global internet and if it cuts»»»
Where food accounts for a large slice of imports - Statista
Amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and supply chain disruptions caused by the near-total closure of the Strait of Hormuz, concerns over global food security have intensified, Statista reports. The region pla»»»
Where food accounts for a large slice of imports - Statista
Amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and supply chain disruptions caused by the near-total closure of the Strait of Hormuz, concerns over global food security have intensified, Statista reports. The region pla»»»
Where food accounts for a large slice of imports - Statista
Amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and supply chain disruptions caused by the near-total closure of the Strait of Hormuz, concerns over global food security have intensified, Statista reports. The region pla»»»
The Strait of Hormuz is also a digital chokepoint
The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) closed the Strait of Hormuz on March 2, choking off a fifth of the world’s oil supplies and causing the “worst oil crisis in history.” However, the IRGC has another card to play: the Strait is also a digital highway for the global internet and if it cuts»»»
The Strait of Hormuz is also a digital chokepoint
The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) closed the Strait of Hormuz on March 2, choking off a fifth of the world’s oil supplies and causing the “worst oil crisis in history.” However, the IRGC has another card to play: the Strait is also a digital highway for the global internet and if it cuts»»»
Where food accounts for a large slice of imports - Statista
Amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and supply chain disruptions caused by the near-total closure of the Strait of Hormuz, concerns over global food security have intensified, Statista reports. The region pla»»»
Where food accounts for a large slice of imports - Statista
Amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and supply chain disruptions caused by the near-total closure of the Strait of Hormuz, concerns over global food security have intensified, Statista reports. The region pla»»»
The Strait of Hormuz is also a digital chokepoint
The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) closed the Strait of Hormuz on March 2, choking off a fifth of the world’s oil supplies and causing the “worst oil crisis in history.” However, the IRGC has another card to play: the Strait is also a digital highway for the global internet and if it cuts»»»
Where food accounts for a large slice of imports - Statista
Amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and supply chain disruptions caused by the near-total closure of the Strait of Hormuz, concerns over global food security have intensified, Statista reports. The region pla»»»
The Strait of Hormuz is also a digital chokepoint
The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) closed the Strait of Hormuz on March 2, choking off a fifth of the world’s oil supplies and causing the “worst oil crisis in history.” However, the IRGC has another card to play: the Strait is also a digital highway for the global internet and if it cuts»»»
Where food accounts for a large slice of imports - Statista
Amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and supply chain disruptions caused by the near-total closure of the Strait of Hormuz, concerns over global food security have intensified, Statista reports. The region pla»»»
The Strait of Hormuz is also a digital chokepoint
The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) closed the Strait of Hormuz on March 2, choking off a fifth of the world’s oil supplies and causing the “worst oil crisis in history.” However, the IRGC has another card to play: the Strait is also a digital highway for the global internet and if it cuts»»»
Where food accounts for a large slice of imports - Statista
Amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and supply chain disruptions caused by the near-total closure of the Strait of Hormuz, concerns over global food security have intensified, Statista reports. The region pla»»»
The Strait of Hormuz is also a digital chokepoint
The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) closed the Strait of Hormuz on March 2, choking off a fifth of the world’s oil supplies and causing the “worst oil crisis in history.” However, the IRGC has another card to play: the Strait is also a digital highway for the global internet and if it cuts»»»
Where food accounts for a large slice of imports - Statista
Amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and supply chain disruptions caused by the near-total closure of the Strait of Hormuz, concerns over global food security have intensified, Statista reports. The region pla»»»
The Strait of Hormuz is also a digital chokepoint
The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) closed the Strait of Hormuz on March 2, choking off a fifth of the world’s oil supplies and causing the “worst oil crisis in history.” However, the IRGC has another card to play: the Strait is also a digital highway for the global internet and if it cuts»»»
Hajj plan for pilgrims’ food and medicines approved by Saudi authority
RIYADH: The Saudi Food and Drug Authority has finalized its plan to ensure safe food, medicines and medical devices are provided for pilgrims during this year’s Hajj. “This readiness aligns with the directives of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s wise leadership to prioritize the health and well-being »»»
Oman crude falls over $3, July delivery price set at $104.17
Muscat: The official price of Omani crude oil for July delivery was set at $104.17 per barrel on Friday, May 1, 2026, marking a daily decline, according to data released in Muscat. The price fell by $3.03 per barrel compared with the previous trading day. Despite the drop, Oman's crude has seen str»»»
Iran delivers new proposal for US talks via Pakistan, says state media
TEHRAN: Iran has delivered a new proposal for talks with the United States via mediator Pakistan, state media reported on Friday. “The Islamic Republic of Iran delivered the text of its latest negotiating proposal to Pakistan, as the mediator in talks with the United States, on Thursday evening,” t»»»
Driver arrested over wrench attack in Athens road rage incident
A motorist has been arrested for allegedly attacking another driver with a wrench during a road rage incident in central Athens, police said Friday. The circumstances of the dispute between the two car drivers were not clear. Police said the 58-year-old suspect grabbed the 42-centimeter tool and at»»»
Iran Delivered New Proposal for US Talks via Pakistan
Iran has delivered a new proposal for talks with the United States via mediator Pakistan, state media reported on Friday. "The Islamic Republic of Iran delivered the text of its latest negotiating proposal to Pakistan, as the mediator in talks with the United States, on Thursday evening," the offic»»»
Russia’s Soyuz-5 Boasts World’s Most Powerful Liquid Engines
Developed in 2016-2021 by the Rocket and Space Corporation Energia to replace the soviet Zenit rocket, Soyuz-5 space launch vehicle features the most powerful liquid-fuel engines in the world able to lift as much and 17 tons of payload and can start from ground and sea-based launch platforms. Soyuz»»»
After a Bloody Day, Israeli Enemy Presses Ahead with Aggression on South Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe After a Bloody Day, Israeli Enemy Presses Ahead with Aggression on South Lebanon 01-05-2026 15:34 PM The aftermath of an Israeli strike on »»»
Islamic Resistance fighters targeted a gathering of Israeli enemy soldiers in the vicinity of a school in the town of Houla with artillery shells: statement 3 - 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 a gathering of Israeli enemy soldiers in the vicinity of a school in the town of Houla with artillery »»»
Where mail travels by boat: Spreewald’s 129-year tradition
Dubai: With the arrival of spring, German postal worker Andrea Bunar returns to delivering mail by barge through the Spreewald waterways southeast of Berlin. After months of winter deliveries by car, the 55-year-old resumes navigating narrow canals using a long oar. For 14 years, she has served the»»»
Superdry cofounder James Holder convicted of rape
London: The cofounder of the fashion brand Superdry was convicted Friday of rape after a night of drinking. James Holder, 54, was found guilty by a jury in Gloucester Crown Court of one count of rape but acquitted of a separate charge of assault for the May 2022 assault. The accuser said Holder got»»»
Reporters - In Canada, Alberta's 'Maple MAGA' dream of independence
In Canada's oil heartland of Alberta, separatism is no longer just a slogan. An unprecedented movement of independence supporters, aided by a reform from the western province's conservative government, has just cleared the way for a referendum to be held on October 19. This is a first in Canada sin»»»
US-Venezuela commercial flights restart
The first direct commercial flight in seven years between the United States and Venezuela landed Thursday at Simón Bolívar Airport near Caracas, arriving from Miami. The service signals a warming in relations between the two countries following recent political developments in Venezuela earlier thi»»»
Look: Firefighters rescue chameleon named Mr. Peeps from house fire - UPI.com
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service (@leicsfirerescue) April 30 (UPI) -- Firefighters in England responded to a house fire sparked by an unattended candle and ended up rescued a chameleon named Mr. Peeps. The Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service sai»»»
Look: Helicopter complicates morning drop-off at Tennessee school - UPI.com
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Cheatham County Schools (@ccsdtn) April 30 (UPI) -- Buses and cars arriving at a Tennessee elementary school Thursday morning had to work around an unusual obstacle in the parking lot -- a helicopter. The Cheatham County School District said on social me»»»
New Zealand's kiwi bird returns to Wellington hills after a century-long absence
A citizen campaign is returning New Zealand's flightless kiwi bird to the hills around the capital Wellington more than a century after Europeans – and the animals they introduced – decimated their numbers across the country. The kiwi, New Zealand’s sacred national bird, vanished from the»»»
Access Asia - From life in North Korea to pink hair dye: K-pop band 1VERSE spills all
From North Korea to Japan to the United States, the members of K-pop band 1VERSE are from diverse backgrounds. Yuka Royer sits down with Seok, Aito, Kenny and Nathan, as they made a stop in Paris during their world tour. But first, some 20,000 seafarers remain stuck in the Persian Gulf amid t»»»
Saudi artists participate in Gulf Futurism exhibition in Doha
The exhibition “What’s between, between?” runs at the Media Majlis Museum in Northwestern University in Qatar until May 14. It is billed as “a critical and immersive exploration of the future of the Gulf region” that offers audiences “the chance to examine the meanings of ‘Gulf Futurism,’ a term co»»»
Russian prosecutors want billionaire Moshkovich’s assets seized in fraud case, RIA reports
MOSCOW: Russian prosecutors have asked a court for permission to seize the assets of Vadim Moshkovich, the billionaire founder of leading agricultural producer Rusagro , who is accused of embezzlement, the state RIA news agency reported on Friday. Moshkovich, a member of Russia’s upper house »»»
THE BREAKDOWN: Sultan bin Fahad — ‘Gracious and Merciful’
RIYADH: The Saudi artist discusses his beading-on-canvas work, on display at Art Dubai May 15, and part of his jazz-inspired “Blue Note” series, on show at Leila Heller Gallery in Dubai from May 13 to September. Sultan bin Fahad. (Photo by Amer Alsaad) This project started from a place of not knowi»»»
Errors, bad weather caused deadly Bolivian military plane crash: probe
La Paz: A military cargo plane crash in Bolivia that left 22 dead earlier this year was caused by a thunderstorm and errors involving the crew and air traffic control, according to a Bolivian Air Force probe report Thursday. The aircraft, a C-130 Hercules transport plane -- manufactured by Lockheed»»»