Arab News 3m

Spirit Airlines says it’s going out of business after 34 years and is ending operations immediately

WEST PALM BEACH: Spirit Airlines, an impish upstart that shook the industry with its irreverent ads and deep discount fares, announced Saturday that it has gone out of business after 34 years. The ultra-low cost airline that once operated hundreds of daily flights on its bright yellow planes and em»»»

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Arab News 3m

Barrett hits dramatic overtime winner as Raptors force Game 7 against Cavaliers

TORONTO: RJ Barrett delivered when it mattered most, hitting a dramatic 29-foot three-pointer with 1.2 seconds remaining in overtime to lift the Toronto Raptors to a 112-110 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers and force a decisive Game 7 in their first-round NBA playoff series. Barrett’s shot boun»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 4m

Spill of Hazardous Pesticides Found at Agricultural Warehouses in Vardim

A spill of hazardous plant protection products has been discovered during an ongoing official inspection by the Bulgarian Food Safety Agency (BFSA) at the warehouses of a large agricultural holding in the northern village of Vardim, near Svishtov (on the Danube). A few days ago, huge quantities of »»»

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Al Awsat 5m

US Border Wall Construction Threatens Endangered Wolves, Conservationists Say

For the first time in decades, a radio-collared endangered Mexican wolf crossed from the US into Mexico last week in New Mexico, a federal official said on Friday, but environmental groups warn the animal may never return due to US border wall construction. The male wolf crossed into Chihuahua, Mex»»»

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Gulf News 9m

US to withdraw about 5,000 troops from Germany

Washington: US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered the withdrawal of about 5,000 troops from Germany within the next year, the Pentagon said on Friday, in the latest rift in transatlantic ties over the Mideast war. The move came as US President Donald Trump announced that tariffs on cars and»»»

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Gulf News 10m

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»»»

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The Peninsula 17m

Trump says will raise US tariffs on EU cars to 25%

Washington, United States: President Donald Trump said Friday that he will hike US tariffs on cars and trucks from the European Union next week, charging that the bloc is not complying with an earlier trade deal. The pact, which was struck last summer, had capped the US tariff on EU autos and parts»»»

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Al Awsat 17m

LNG Canada Exports Hit 1 Million Metric Tons for First Time in Single Month

Exports of liquefied natural gas from Canada’s LNG Canada plant topped 1 million metric tons in April, setting a monthly record, according to LSEG data. LNG Canada is the country’s first major LNG export facility and the first on North America’s West Coast, giving it direct access to Asia, the worl»»»

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Gulf News 21m

No trade barriers: ASEAN takes firm stand to protect supply chains

Dubai: Southeast Asian nations have agreed to keep trade flowing and avoid export restrictions as they mount a coordinated response to mounting economic pressures linked to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Meeting under the Philippines’ chairmanship, economic ministers from the Association »»»

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Al Awsat 29m

‘Bookless Bookstore’: Audio-Only Book Shop Opens in New York

Audiobook giant Audible opened what it billed as the first "bookless bookstore" in New York on Friday as industry statistics show more American consumers embracing the format. There is no rustle of pages or stacks of best-selling novels at the pop-up store opened by the Amazon subsidiary on the Low»»»

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Al Awsat 29m

‘Second Life’: Vintage Fiat 500s Get Electric Makeover

In a workshop in Turin -- the historic home of Italian carmaker Fiat -- vintage 500 models are getting a makeover with electric engines. Classic Fiat 500s, made between 1957 and 1975, are being brought "into the 21st century", said Giovanni Gentile, owner of Officine Gentile. Outside the workshop, »»»

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Al Awsat 29m

Separatists in Canada Oil Province Seek Independence Referendum

Separatists in Alberta are preparing to submit a petition on Monday that they say has enough signatures to force a referendum on independence for the oil-rich Canadian province. Polls indicate the pro-independence camp remains a minority among Alberta's five million people, but has hit a historic h»»»

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Al Awsat 29m

Why Does Trump Favor Iraq’s Al-Zaidi?

Iraq’s ruling Coordination Framework has been on an intriguing journey that started with the United States’ adamant rejection of former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki being appointed to head a new government and that ended with President Donald Trump personally congratulating Ali al-Zaidi on his ap»»»

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Al Manar 33m

Al-Manar correspondent: 3 martyrs in Israeli raid targeted a house in the town of Louaizeh in southern Lebanon at dawn today - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent: 3 martyrs in Israeli raid targeted a house in the town of Louaizeh in southern Lebanon at dawn today 02-05-2026 09:»»»

Gulf News 34m

Historic win: UAE leads global push to protect telecoms

Geneva: The UAE led a diplomatic effort at a key United Nations forum in Geneva that resulted in the unanimous adoption of a resolution condemning attacks on civilian telecommunications and information technology infrastructure, including submarine cables in the Gulf. The measure was passed during »»»

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Arab News 39m

Nobel laureate Mohammadi in Iran hospital after ‘cardiac crisis’, foundation says

Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi ‌was in an Iranian hospital after a “catastrophic deterioration of her health,” including a “cardiac crisis,” a foundation run by her family said. The secretary of ​the Norwegian Nobel Committee, which awarded Mohammadi the 2023 prize, expressed concern on »»»

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Al Awsat 41m

US Backing for Al-Zaidi Rattles Baghdad's Calculations

The US administration went beyond its embassy’s congratulatory post in Baghdad for Iraq’s prime minister-designate, Ali Al-Zaidi, and a phone call by its envoy to Syria, Tom Barrack. It stepped up its engagement with a call from US President Donald Trump to Al-Zaidi. Trump did not stop at the call,»»»

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Gulf News 45m

Keir Starmer signals possible curbs on pro-Palestinian marches

London: Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer said in an interview broadcast on Saturday that banning some pro-Palestinian marches could be justified, especially when they call for the intifada to spread. Labour leader Starmer is under pressure to act after a spate of antisemitic incidents, includi»»»

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The Budapest Times 50m

Top court rejects challenges to election outcome

The results of the April 12 parliamentary election have become final after the Supreme Court rejected two legal remedies submitted against the decision establishing the national party-list results on Friday. The individual constituency results of the April 12 election became final everywhere by Wed»»»

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Arab News 51m

UK PM says some pro-Palestinian marches could be banned

LONDON: Britain’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer said in an interview broadcast on Saturday that banning some pro-Palestinian marches could be justified, especially when they call for the intifada to spread. Labour leader Starmer is under pressure to act after a spate of antisemitic incidents, includi»»»

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Sputnik 56m

12 Years Later, Still No Justice: Remembering May 2 Odessa Massacre

Despite being silenced in the West and blotted out of history in Ukraine, the Odessa Trade Union massacre of May 2, 2014, remains a festering wound. How did the tragedy unfold? On February 21, 2014, then-Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych and the Western-backed opposition signed a political deal»»»

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Gulf News 57m

No pages, no books: Audible launches ‘bookless bookstore’ in New York

New York: Audiobook giant Audible opened what it billed as the first "bookless bookstore" in New York on Friday as industry statistics show more American consumers embracing the format. There is no rustle of pages or stacks of best-selling novels at the pop-up store opened by the Amazon subsidiary »»»

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UPI 58m

On This Day, May 2: 630 Nigerian Muslims die in Yelwa massacre - UPI.com

On May 2, 2004, Nigerian Christian militants attacked the Muslim town of Yelwa with firearms and machetes in reprisal for an attack in February 2004. 1 of 5 | A Nigerian Muslim woman and her husband assess the damage to their home in the town of Yelwa, Friday on May 7, 2004. On May 2, Nigerian Chri»»»

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Sana 1h

Barclays lifts 2026 Brent forecast to $100 on prolonged Hormuz disruption

London, May 2 (SANA) Barclays has raised its forecast for Brent Crude prices in 2026 to $100 per barrel, citing persistent geopolitical tensions linked to the war in the Middle East and mounting pressure on global supplies, particularly through the Strait of Hormuz.According to Reuters, the bank sa»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

'Bookless bookstore': audio-only book shop opens in New York

New York: Audiobook giant Audible opened what it billed as the first "bookless bookstore" in New York on Friday as industry statistics show more American consumers embracing the format. There is no rustle of pages or stacks of best-selling novels at the pop-up store opened by the Amazon subsidiary »»»

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Sana 1h

Int. Tele Union condemns Iran’s attacks on infrastructure of Arab countries

Geneva, May 2 (SANA) The United Nations’ Communications Agency condemned the Iranian attacks that targeted communications infrastructure in four Arab countries, and ordered monitoring, evaluating and reporting on the effects of these attacks. The six Gulf Cooperation Council countries, in addition »»»

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24 News Agency 1h

SCO Open Cup regulations approved by sports authorities in Cholpon-Ata - | 24.KG

New standards for sports cooperation among member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) have been developed at a meeting of Sports Ministers held in Kyrgyzstan, the press service of the Ministry of Sports of Belarus reported. Photo SCO press service It is noted that a working group »»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Delhi end slump with team-record chase against Rajasthan

Jaipur, India: An opening partnership of 110 from 57 balls by Pathum Nissanka and KL Rahul paved the way for Delhi Capitals to record their highest successful chase in the IPL, beating Rajasthan Royals by seven wickets. The Delhi openers laid the foundations for a turnaround win after three consecu»»»

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UPI 1h

Financial authorities to suspend Lotte Card’s operations for 4.5 months - UPI.com

South Korea’s Financial Supervisory Service has reportedly decided to suspend the business operations of Lotte Card for 4 1/2 months over a personal data breach, along with a $3.4 million penalty. File Photo by Jeon Heon-kyun/EPA May 1 (UPI) -- South Korea's Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) repo»»»

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24 News Agency 1h

 Sadyr Japarov announces meeting of regions’ heads with local residents - | 24.KG

President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov announced meetings of heads of regions with local residents. He posted the announcement on social media. According to the president, the meetings will begin on May 11. «Meetings will be held in every aiyl okmotu. As you know, I recently made a working visit to »»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Hamas, Israel Exchange Views over Latest Gaza Roadmap

Contacts and meetings between the Hamas movement, other Palestinian factions, head of the Board of Peace Nickolay Mladenov and mediators are ongoing in Cairo to reach a ceasefire agreement following the factions’ positive response to the latest proposal. Palestinian sources told Asharq Al-Awsat tha»»»

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24 News Agency 1h

Bridge demolition underway on Bishkek–Naryn–Torugart road - | 24.KG

Bridge demolition works have begun today, May 2, in Chui region on the 54th kilometer of Bishkek—Naryn—Torugart bypass road, the Traffic Safety Department of the region reported. Due to the works, traffic on this section will be temporarily restricted. In certain segments, vehicles will be allowed »»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Successful conclusion of Winter Sports Competitions in the School Olympic Program

Doha, Qatar: The short track ice racing competitions of the Schools Olympic Program ended yesterday evening. The event was organized by the Qatar Winter Sports Committee in cooperation with Qatar School Sports Federation. It lasted for two days at Ali Bin Hamad Al Attiyah Arena, in a competitive at»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Seasonal Rainfall Deepens Yemenis’ Humanitarian Plight

Yemen is reeling from floods caused by seasonal rainfall that have swept vast swathes of the country in recent weeks, claiming dozens of lives and causing major damage in infrastructure. Relief agencies said 200,000 people have been affected by the rainfall in April, with the number expected to ris»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

US president tells Congress Iran hostilities have ended

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump informed the leadership of the House of Representatives and the Senate that hostilities against Iran have ended. In a message addressed to Speaker of the US House of Representatives Mike Johnson and President Pro Tempore of the US Senate Chuck Grassley, Trump s»»»

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24 News Agency 2h

Mudflow in Gulcho: Aftermath cleared within four days - | 24.KG

The Town Hall of Gulcho has expressed gratitude to the Ministry of Emergency Situations for its prompt assistance in eliminating the consequences of a mudflow caused by heavy rains. The rainfall lasted for two days, affecting 96 families. According to the municipality, a deputy head of the Ministry»»»

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24 News Agency 2h

Head of Academy of Sciences shows rapid melting of glaciers near Issyk-Kul - | 24.KG

The Director of the National Academy of Sciences of Kyrgyzstan, Kanat Abdrakhmatov, published photographs on social media demonstrating the changing state of glaciers in Issyk-Kul region. According to him, the glaciers are rapidly disappearing. As an example, Abdrakhmatov cited the Jerooy glacier, »»»

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The Peninsula 2h

'Second life': Vintage Fiat 500s get electric makeover

Turin, Italy: In a workshop in Turin -- the historic home of Italian carmaker Fiat -- vintage 500 models are getting a makeover with electric engines. Classic Fiat 500s, made between 1957 and 1975, are being brought "into the 21st century", said Giovanni Gentile, owner of Officine Gentile. Outside »»»

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24 News Agency 2h

Rescue archaeological excavations underway in Cholpon-Ata - | 24.KG

Emergency rescue archaeological excavations are being carried out in Cholpon-Ata in connection with the construction of a bypass road on the northern outskirts of the city. The Ministry of Culture, Information, Sports and Youth Policy of Kyrgyzstan reported. The work is aimed at preserving and comp»»»

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24 News Agency 2h

International Dance Olympiad of Central Asia to be held in Bishkek - | 24.KG

The International Dance Olympiad of Central Asia will be held in Bishkek. The event is scheduled for June 5-7. The press service of the Ministry of Culture, Information, Sports, and Youth Policy reported. More than 5,000 people from 10 countries are expected to participate. Dancers will present per»»»

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24 News Agency 2h

 President of Kyrgyzstan signs law on exchange of credit information - | 24.KG

The President of Kyrgyzstan signed the law on exchange of credit information. According to the document, credit histories will no longer include information about the subject of the credit information’s obligations to pay a sum of money if more than: Furthermore, credit bureaus are required to ensu»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Trump Expands US Sanctions on Cuban Government and Affiliates

US President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Friday broadening US sanctions against the Cuban government, two White House officials told Reuters, as he seeks to put more pressure on Havana after ousting Venezuela's leader. The fresh sanctions target people, entities and affiliates that su»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Mali Accuses Military Officers of Working with Extremists to Carry Out Attacks Against Govt

Some military officers in Mali worked with extremists and separatists who recently launched their biggest round of attacks in over a decade in the conflict-battered country, authorities said late Friday. The separatist fighters, meanwhile, said earlier in the day that they captured a strategic mili»»»

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Gulf News 2h

16 US military sites in Mideast damaged during war with Iran: Report

Washington: Iran and its allies have damaged at least 16 US military sites across eight Middle Eastern countries during the US-Israeli war with Iran starting on February 28, rendering some of those positions virtually unusable, a CNN investigation has found. The damaged facilities constitute the ma»»»

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Gulf News 2h

How Dubai’s ‘Gift It Forward’ drive will support 1,500 beneficiaries this weekend

Dubai: A community-driven initiative in Dubai is set to support around 1,500 beneficiaries this weekend through a “Gift It Forward” drive, bringing together organisations and volunteers in a coordinated effort to assist low-income families and mothers within the community. The programme is set to t»»»

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24 News Agency 2h

Sanctions against Kyrgyzstan: Daniyar Amangeldiev about dialogue with EU - | 24.KG

Keremet Bank may be removed from U.S. and UK sanctions lists, First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Daniyar Amangeldiev, told journalists. According to him, the authorities continue dialogue on the issue of restrictions and have developed a special roadmap. «We have trave»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

US to Withdraw About 5,000 Troops from Germany

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered the withdrawal of about 5,000 troops from Germany within the next year, the Pentagon said on Friday, in the latest rift in transatlantic ties over the Middle East war. The move came as US President Donald Trump announced that tariffs on cars and trucks »»»

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24 News Agency 2h

Direct flights from Dagestan to Osh to be launched for the first time - | 24.KG

Russian airline Red Wings has opened ticket sales for direct flights from Dagestan to Osh, Kyrgyzstan. Eto Kavkaz portal reports. The first flight is scheduled for June 3. «The new international route will be launched for the first time, making one of the oldest cities in Central Asia along the Gre»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Russia, Iran discuss Gulf security and nuclear tensions

Moscow: Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov held a phone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi, exchanging views on freedom of navigation and issues surrounding Iran's nuclear program, the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs said. The two sides continued a thorough exch»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

US President tells Congress Iran hostilities have terminated

Washington: US President Donald Trump informed the leadership of the House of Representatives and the Senate today that hostilities against Iran have ended. In a message addressed to Speaker of the US House of Representatives Mike Johnson and President Pro Tempore of the US Senate Chuck Grassley, T»»»

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