TAIPEI: Taiwan rolled out the red carpet for Paraguay President Santiago Pena on Friday, as the democratic island shores up ties with its only South American ally in a rebuff to China’s diplomatic pressure. Taipei has only 12 diplomatic allies after Beijing, which claims Taiwan is part of its terri»»»

DHAKA: Pakistan captain Shan Masood won the toss Friday and sent Bangladesh in to bat in the two-match Test series opener. Bangladesh fast bowler Taskin Ahmed returned to starting XI after playing his last Test against West Indies in December 2024. Leading batter Babar Azam was left out of the Paki»»»

ISLAMABAD: President Donald Trump said on Thursday that Pakistan had asked the United States (US) not to militarily engage Iran during negotiations to end their war, following an exchange of fire between the two sides in the Strait of Hormuz. Trump said a ceasefire with Iran was still in place desp»»»

The World Health Organization said Thursday that more hantavirus cases could emerge after the disease killed three passengers from a cruise ship, but it expected the outbreak to be limited if precautions were taken. Another sick passenger from the MV Hondius landed in Europe earlier in the day, as »»»

At its Friday sitting, the National Assembly is expected to vote on the cabinet structure and composition proposed by Prime Minister-designate Rumen Radev of Progressive Bulgaria on Thursday. He presented the draft cabinet line-up right after President Iliana Iotova handed him an exploratory mandat»»»

A Dutch cruise ship, MV Hondius, remains anchored off Cape Verde's coast after a hantavirus outbreak killed three passengers and sickened others among its 147 passengers and crew. The cruise ship sails Antarctic routes where rodent exposure risks may arise from ports or wildlife contact, according »»»

The specialized medical and surgical team of the Saudi Conjoined Twins Program (SCTP) achieved a new medical milestone by successfully separating Tanzanian conjoined twins Nancy and Nice. The operation was performed at King Abdullah Specialized Children’s Hospital (KASCH) at King Abdulaziz Medical »»»

The captain assured passengers aboard the Hantavirus-stricken cruise ship MV Hondius that the first death on board was due to “natural causes” and that the vessel was safe, according to newly released video footage. The footage, captured on April 12 – before the Hantavirus outbreak was confirmed – »»»

US President Donald Trump said he had a "great ​call" with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Thursday and would give the EU until July ​4 ‌to fulfill its side of the trade deal before hiking US tariffs to much higher levels. US President Donald Trump said in »»»

The Israeli military says it has launched an investigation after a photo showing one of its soldiers desecrating a statue of the Virgin Mary in South Lebanon went viral, as he placed a cigarette into the statue's mouth whilst smoking. The IDF said it "respects freedom of religion" and that the sold»»»

US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that the ceasefire between the US and Iran is still on, after both countries accused each other of violating it with clashes in the Strait of Hormuz. Washington said it struck Iranian military targets following an attack on US destroyers, while Tehran clai»»»

In tonight's programme, Tshisekedi says he's open to a third term, triggering opposition accusations that he's preparing to bypass constitutional limits and cling to power. Also tensions rise again in Ethiopia’s Tigray region as the TPLF reasserts control, defying the federal government. And in Sen»»»

The Justice Department announced Wednesday that University of California, Los Angeles' David Geffen School of Medicine employs admissions practices that violate a 2023 Supreme Court ruling. File Photo by Jim Ruymen/UPI | License Photo May 6 (UPI) -- The University of California, Los Angeles' medica»»»

Abu Dhabi: The UAE is set for a spell of milder weather over the coming days, with temperatures expected to ease slightly across several regions as fresh winds stir dusty conditions and rough seas, according to the National Centre of Meteorology. In its latest forecast, the NCM said Friday would re»»»

The war with Iran has prompted many economies to reevaluate their energy needs and strategy. In Europe, several countries are considering reviving the use of nuclear power. Sweden, Belgium, and Italy are among those rolling back previous restrictions, while France and the UK are spearheading new nu»»»

Fans of Paris Saint Germain and Arsenal are facing soaring costs, as they scramble to book trips to Budapest for the final of the Champions League. Demand for flights and accomodation has spiked since the two football teams qualified for the match on May 30. Also in the show - FIFA defends high tic»»»

The State Department announced Thursday that it will ramp up passport revocations over unpaid child support. File Photo by Ismael Mohamad/UPI | License Photo May 7 (UPI) -- The Trump administration announced Thursday that it will ramp up passport revocations for American parents who owe "significan»»»

Fujairah :The Fujairah Environment Authority has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Holcim Emirates Cement Company to strengthen cooperation in coastal protection, marine innovation and sustainable environmental solutions. The agreement was signed during the Make it in the Emirates exhibitio»»»

“has succeeded in initial talks” with Mercedes-Benz officials to bring the international automobile manufacturer back to Egypt following a two-year halt, the head of the Suez Canal Economic Zone announced on Friday. According to an official statement from the general authority of the SCEZ, Mohab Ma»»»

KARACHI: Pakistan’s government is developing a pilot project to import, refurbish and re-export used vehicles and their auto parts in the country based on a similar model adopted by the UAE, an official said on Thursday, stressing the move would boost the country’s exports and create jobs. The UAE »»»

PARIS: The European Union’s climate monitor said Friday that ocean temperatures are edging toward record highs as conditions shift toward a potentially powerful El Nino weather pattern. Samantha Burgess from the European Center for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) said sea surface temperature»»»

DUBAI: The United Arab Emirates’ Ministry of Defense announced that the country’s air defenses are “actively engaging” with a missile and drone attack early Friday as the Iran war’s shaky ceasefire was again challenged. The ministry advised residents not to approach, photograph or touch “any debris»»»

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia is expanding its digital services for Hajj pilgrims through the national “super app” Tawakkalna, allowing beneficiaries of the Kingdom’s Makkah Route Initiative to access and display their Hajj permits electronically before departing from their home countries, the Saudi Press A»»»

The US military violated the ceasefire by targeting an Iranian oil tanker moving from Iran’s coastal waters near Jask toward the Strait of Hormuz, Tasnim reported, citing the spokesperson for Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters. According to the statement, US forces also targeted another vessel e»»»

US President Donald Trump claimed the ceasefire with Iran remains in place, even as Iranian sources said US destroyers attacked an Iranian oil tanker earlier today. “Yeah, it is. They trifled with us today. We blew them away,” Trump told reporters when asked whether the ceasefire was still on.Trump»»»

Abu Dhabi: The UAE activated its air defence systems on Friday morning in response to missile and unmanned aerial vehicle threats, triggering emergency alerts and safety advisories across the country. In statements issued by the Ministry of Defence and the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Man»»»

PARIS: The European Union’s climate monitor said Friday that ocean temperatures are edging toward record highs as conditions shift toward a potentially powerful El Nino weather pattern. Samantha Burgess from the European Center for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) said sea surface temperature»»»

The US Treasury Department has imposed fresh sanctions targeting individuals, companies and Iran-backed groups accused of exploiting Iraq’s oil sector to benefit Tehran. According to a press release, Iraq’s Deputy Oil Minister Ali Maarij Al-Bahadly is among those sanctioned, whom Washington alleges»»»

Dubai: Gold buyers waiting for a better entry point may still get another chance, with the World Gold Council saying the metal looks vulnerable in the short term even though its long-term support remains intact. (Check latest UAE gold prices here, alongside prices in Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahr»»»

TradeUnited States of AmericaUS court deals fresh blow to Trump's 10% tariff policyDharvi Vaid with AFP, AP, ReutersA US federal court said President Donald Trump overstepped his authority when he invoked a section of a 1974 trade law to enact the 10% global tariff policy. https://p.dw.com/p/5DSG7R»»»

U.S. Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Rafael Peralta, left, is one of three warships reported to have been attacked by Iranian missile and drone Strikes on Thursday. File Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ryre Arciaga/U.S. Navy/UPI May 7 (UPI) -- U.S. Central Com»»»

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia: Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 100th Saudi Pro League goal on Thursday as Al-Nassr beat Al-Shabab 4-2 to move five points clear at the top of the table. The 41-year-old forward converted a Sadio Mané cross at the near post with 15 minutes remaining to record the 971st goal of hi»»»

RIYADH: Al-Nassr’s march toward their first Saudi Pro League title since 2019 continued on Thursday with a hard-fought 4-2 away victory over Al-Shabab. Joao Felix was the hero of the game with a hat-trick, but Cristiano Ronaldo also had a big night as he reached the milestone of 100 goals in the Sa»»»

NEW YORK: Hantaviruses do not spread easily between people, which makes health officials confident the recent outbreak on a cruise ship that has killed three people will not turn into an epidemic. But, still, they need to make sure. So health officials in several countries are contact tracing: tryi»»»

Both engines were shut off and there was a cockpit struggle before a China Eastern Airlines jet slammed into a mountain in 2022 and killed all 132 people aboard, newly released data released by American investigators suggests. In response to a public records request, the National Transportation Saf»»»

MANILA: The Philippine Coast Guard said on Thursday it deployed aircraft to issue radio warnings to a Chinese research ship in a disputed area of the South China Sea “swarming” with vessels from Beijing’s so-called maritime militia.The research vessel Xiang Yang Hong 33, which is capable of support»»»

WASHINGTON: A man pleaded ​guilty on Thursday to assaulting US Representative Ilhan Omar during a January town hall in which the Democratic lawmaker condemned Republican President Donald Trump’simmigration crackdown, the US Justice Department said.“Anthony James Kazmierczak, 55, pleaded guilty toda»»»

The Justice Ministry will submit a provision to Parliament on Friday aimed at giving absolute priority to court cases involving political figures, including lawmakers linked to the OPEKEPE farm subsidy investigation. The amendment, introduced by Justice Minister Giorgos Floridis, will have retroact»»»

'I'd rather live in hiding in the US than return to Somalia' 2 hours agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleBushra MohamedBBC Africa, Minneapolis Washington Post via Getty ImagesThe US state of Minnesota has been home to a huge Somali diaspora community since the 1990s Months after it was announced »»»

Manila: Italy is moving to recruit thousands of Filipino nurses through a planned government-to-government labour deal, while also extending the work validity of Filipino nurses already in the country until December 31, 2029. The proposed agreement is meant to create a more "orderly, transparent an»»»

ABU DHABI: Ali Al Hashemi, CEO of Space Services - Space42, said Thuraya-4 is supporting the transformation of satellite communications from a backup solution into an integrated operational platform for vital sectors, enabling secure and instant connectivity for maritime vessels, energy operations »»»

Manila: Seven Filipino seafarers were injured on May 5 after the Maltese-flagged container ship CMA CGM San Antonio was hit in a reported Iranian drone attack while transiting the Strait of Hormuz, the Department of Migrant Workers said Thursday. Migrant Workers Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac said all s»»»

Desalination is the backbone of the UAE’s potable water supply. For decades, this dependency has been shaped into one of the country’s most carefully managed strategic strengths. Sustained investment in infrastructure, technology, and long-term planning has produced a water and energy system built »»»

U.S. Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Rafael Peralta, left, receives fuel in February from America-class amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli during a replenishment-at-sea in the Philippine Sea. The Rafael Peralta is one of the warships allegedly attacked by Iranian missile and »»»

The U.S. Court of Internation Trade on Thursday ruled that President Donald Trump's 10% global tariff on nearly all imports under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974 is not illegal, though the administration is expected to appeal the ruling. Photo by Tom Brenner/UPI | License Photo May 7 (UPI) -- »»»

ABU DHABI: The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT), the Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation, and IMI Media Academy on Thursday launched the Industrial Content Leaders programme at Make it in the Emirates 2026 — a national initiative to equip young Emiratis with AI-powered storytelling sk»»»

ABU DHABI: During its participation in 'Make it in the Emirates', ADNOC Distribution announced strategic partnerships with Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) and Borouge valued at more than AED60 million, aimed at enhancing industrial performance and supporting local manufacturing. Through these partn»»»

ABU DHABI: Abu Dhabi Airports has welcomed Thailand-based all-cargo carrier K-Mile Air to Zayed International Airport (AUH) following the commencement of freighter operations from May 4, 2026. The airline will operate five weekly services using a Boeing 767 freighter to Chiang Mai International Air»»»

ISTANBUL: The UAE National Pavilion at the SAHA 2026 International Defence and Aerospace Exhibition in Istanbul attracted around 4,000 visitors. Supported by the UAE Ministry of Defence and Tawazun Council for Defence Enablement, and organised by ADNEC Group, a Modon company, the pavilion serves as»»»

ABU DHABI: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to Prime Minister Gaston Browne of Antigua and Barbuda on the occasion of his re-election for a new term. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and»»»