Organized crime squad officers have arrested two people accused of drug trafficking after locating nearly 42 kilograms of marijuana hidden in an apartment, police said. A police statement said the suspects, who both had previous arrests for alleged drugs offenses, were arrested Friday following a t»»»

Doha, Qatar: Following Al Gharafa’s victory in the 54th Amir Cup final, President of the Qatar Football Association (QFA) Jassim bin Rashid Al-Buenain extended his congratulations to the club. “I congratulate Al Gharafa on winning the Amir Cup,” said Al-Buenain. The final, played under the gracious»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s banking sector loan book remained flat month on month (MoM) while deposits increased by 1.9% MoM and saw a rise of 3.6% versus year-end 2025 to QR1,081.9bn in March 2026. The loans expanded by 1.6% in March 2026 year to date (YTD). Meanwhile the loans declined 0.2% MoM in March»»»

MUSCAT: Data issued by the Statistical Centre for the Cooperation Council for the Arab Countries of the Gulf indicate that the GCC economies recorded positive and balanced performance during the third quarter of 2025, with the non-oil sector leading balanced growth alongside the continued structura»»»

Ajay Mitchell scored 18 of his 24 points in the second half and the ‌Oklahoma City Thunder dominated the final 24 minutes en route to a convincing 131-108 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 3 of their Western Conference second-round series on Saturday night. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 23 »»»

India faces challenging heatwaves each year, but few places endure conditions as searing as the country's western desert salt pans, where workers rely on simple techniques to survive almost unbearable temperatures. Up to 50,000 workers in Gujarat spend eight months on the remote salt pans without e»»»

The UAE National Pavilion continued to attract significant attention on the fourth day of the International Defence and Aerospace Exhibition SAHA 2026 in Istanbul, welcoming visitors including delegation members, experts, and government officials, amid strong interest from industry leaders and repr»»»

Doha, Qatar: Ibtechar has successfully concluded the eighth edition of the Sanea Competition in a closing ceremony that brought together students, teachers, and industry leaders to celebrate the achievements of Qatar’s next generation of innovators. The event was held under the sponsorship of renow»»»

Doha, Qatar: Indian Cultural Centre presented Nrityanjali - ‘Wednesday Fiesta’ Celebration of Indian Arts and Culture on Wednesday, at ICC Ashoka Hall. The event featured an array of vibrant dance performances reflecting the rich cultural heritage and diverse artistic traditions of India, presented»»»

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, reeling from a crushing local election defeat, faced a new setback to his leadership on Saturday when a former minister said she would challenge him for the top job if no-one else stepped forward. Starmer's Labor Party recorded the worst losses of a governing pa»»»

Seeking to rebuild French influence in Africa after a series of setbacks in former West African colonies, France will co-host a summit in Kenya next week aimed at strengthening political, security and economic ties with a range of African partners.  Shorn of influence in its former colonies in»»»

Doha: Following the strong success of its inaugural edition, United Development Company (UDC), master developer of The Pearl and Gewan Islands, is preparing to launch the second edition of its Women’s Padel Tournament 2026. The initiative is exclusively open to residents of the two islands, reinfor»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Protection and Social Rehabilitation Center, Aman, one of the centres operating under Qatar Foundation Social Work, welcomed a delegation of 45 child ambassadors from the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Ambassadors Centre during an awareness visit aimed at introducing young pa»»»

Doha, Qatar: “Find your mountain, that one thing that lights your soul on fire. Climb it. And then hold the door for others.” That was the message Sheikh Mohammed Bin Abdulla Al Thani, the first Qatari to reach the highest peak on all seven continents and ski to the South Pole — brought to Georgeto»»»

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader Chandrasekhar Joseph Vijay was sworn in as the 13th Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on Sunday, marking a dramatic shift in the state’s political landscape. The ceremony took place at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Chennai, where Governor Rajendra Vishwanat»»»

Two Singaporean nationals missing for days were confirmed dead on Sunday from the eruption of Mount Dukono on Indonesia's Halmahera island, the local rescue agency said. Rescuers found the bodies around the crater rim, and evacuation was under way, agency head Iwan Ramdani told Reuters. "Evacuation»»»

A small boat carrying 40 migrants who made the dangerous Mediterranean Sea crossing from Africa arrived on the southern Greek island of Gavdos, off Crete, on Saturday, authorities said. the Coast Guard said the 33 men, six women and one child were found on the beach of Trypiti, where many migrant b»»»

Doha, Qatar: In a celebration of leadership, learning, and global impact, HEC Paris, Doha marked the graduation of 144 participants at the Qatar Foundation Convocation 2026, underscoring its continued role in shaping responsible leaders for Qatar and beyond. Held as part of Qatar Foundation’s annua»»»

Doha, Qatar: The National Human Rights Committee (NHRC) held a consultative meeting with United Nations branches, offices, and agencies under the title: “Sustaining Partnership and Integrating Roles: Enhancing Paths of Cooperation through a Human Rights-Based Approach.” The meeting focused on stren»»»

Doha, Qatar: Ethiopia has intensified efforts to position itself as one of Africa’s leading tourism and investment destinations, with officials highlighting the country’s rich heritage, diverse landscapes and growing tourism infrastructure during the 4th Ethiopia Tourism Promotion Forum held recent»»»

A cruise ship hit with a deadly hantavirus outbreak arrived in Spain's Canary Islands Sunday, where most of the nearly 150 people on board will be evacuated and flown home after weeks at sea. The Dutch-flagged MV Hondius arrived at the Spanish port of Granadilla escorted by a Civil Guard vessel, AF»»»

Saudi oil giant Aramco reported on Sunday a 25% rise in first-quarter net profit, mainly due to higher sales, while the East-West crude pipeline that circumvents the Strait of Hormuz has reached its full capacity. The world's top oil exporter reported net profit of $32.5 billion in the three months»»»

Amid the regional tensions and western sanctions, a complex network of supply routes is beginning to emerge, underscoring the alliances between Russia, Iran and China in confronting mounting US pressure on Iran’s military program and its ability to maintain its production. In March, Israel carried »»»

Doha, Qatar: At the Second International Migration Review Forum in New York, Qatar urged the global community to prioritise three pivotal areas to advance the future of migration governance. Central to Qatar’s approach is the strategic expansion of regular migration pathways. The State advocated fo»»»

Doha, Qatar: Undersecretary of the Ministry of Labour H E Sheikha Najwa bint Abdulrahman Al Thani yesterday played a leading role at a significant side event entitled “Advancing Fair Recruitment to Achieve the Doha Declaration: From Commitment to Action”, convened alongside the Second International»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) recently organised a national workshop on healthcare-associated infection surveillance at Itqan Clinical Simulation and Innovation Center in Hamad Bin Khalifa Medical City. More than 100 healthcare professionals participated in the two-day workshop,»»»

MIAMI: Rodrigo De Paul, Luis Suarez, Sergio Reguilon and ‌Lionel Messi each scored to lead visiting Inter Miami to a 4-2 win over Toronto FC on Saturday. Messi also had two assists as Miami (6-2-4, 22 points) made ​sure it wouldn’t repeat last week’s stunning 4-3 home loss against Orlando City when»»»

DUBAI: The British military said a ship caught fire Sunday after being hit by an unknown projectile off the coast of Qatar. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations Centre said the attack caused a small fire on the bulk carrier, which was extinguished. There were no reported casualties, it said»»»

Police are seeking unknown thieves who managed to make off with tens of thousands of euros after blowing up a cash machine outside a supermarket northwest of Athens. No injuries were reported from the strong pre-dawn blast on Saturday at Inofyta in the Viotia region. The thieves are believed to hav»»»

Russia and Ukraine on Saturday accused the other of violating a a three-day US-brokered ceasefire, which coincides with Russia's World War II victory celebrations. Russian President Vladimir Putin, however, asserted at a press conference later that evening that the war was "heading to an »»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s facility management (FM) market is poised for strong growth over the next five years, driven by smart-city expansion, sustainability goals, and the redevelopment of major infrastructure assets, according to a report by Mordor Intelligence. The report estimates that the market w»»»

Doha, Qatar: Coinciding with Europe Day on May 9, Finland Ambassador to Qatar H E Juha Mustonen announced the publication of a new policy paper examining the evolving relationship between the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and the European Union, while underscoring Qatar’s growing role as a bridge-»»»

The cruise ship hit ‌by a deadly hantavirus outbreak arrived early on Sunday near the Port of Granadilla in Tenerife, Reuters footage showed, where it will anchor for the evacuation of the passengers and some of the crew. The passengers, none of whom has displayed signs of infection, will be tested»»»

RIYADH: Saudi Aramco posted first-quarter adjusted net income of $33.6 billion, up 26 percent year on year, as resilient operations helped offset regional geopolitical disruptions. The state oil giant reported net income of $32.5 billion in the three months ended March 31, compared with $26 billion»»»

Sofia will host the finish of the Stage 3 of the Giro d’Italia cycling race on Sunday. Ahead of the day’s culmination, residents and visitors will have the opportunity to take part in the special warm-up event Sofia Rides Giro, led by Sofia Mayor Vassil Terziev, the Sofia Municipality press centre »»»

Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar is pressing ahead with major reforms and support measures to strengthen the private sector and enhance the country’s business environment in response to ongoing regional and global economic challenges. The country is implementing qualitative steps toward modernizatio»»»

Dubai: What began as a childhood dream in the Philippines is now taking 12-year-old Seth Warren Bacongallo from the UAE to the US. The Grade 7 student from Homeschool Global Middle East has been set to represent the Emirates at the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington after winning a spellin»»»

Israel has deported two foreign activists taken off a Gaza-bound flotilla, the foreign ministry said on Sunday. Saif Abu Keshek, a Spanish national of Palestinian origin, and Brazilian Thiago Avila were among dozens of activists aboard a flotilla intercepted by the Israeli navy in international wat»»»

ISLAMABAD: Chief of Defense Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir on Sunday described Pakistan’s defense pact with Saudi Arabia as a “major milestone” in Islamabad’s diplomatic success, noting that it would strengthen the defense and security of both nations. Pakistan and Saudi Arabia signed the lan»»»

Israel has deported two foreign activists taken off a Gaza-bound flotilla, the foreign ministry said on Sunday. Saif Abu Keshek, a Spanish national of Palestinian origin, and Brazilian Thiago Avila were among dozens of activists aboard a flotilla intercepted by the Israeli navy in international wat»»»

Little Rann of Kutch, India: India faces challenging heatwaves each year, but few places endure conditions as searing as the country's western desert salt pans, where workers rely on simple techniques to survive almost unbearable temperatures. Up to 50,000 workers in Gujarat spend eight months on t»»»

Doha, Qatar: The much-awaited VIRASAT 3 is all set to mesmerize audiences with an unforgettable evening dedicated to the richness, grace, and timeless beauty of Indian culture and classical arts. Organized by MK Arts Academy / Kathakalaya, this prestigious event will be begin at 5pm on May 15 at DP»»»

WASHINGTON: England’s Alex Fitzpatrick stormed into a one-shot lead at the Truist Championship on Saturday, firing a seven-under-par 64 in the latest impressive display of his fledgling PGA Tour career. Fitzpatrick drained eight birdies and one bogey to finish the third round on 14-under at Quail H»»»

LE CASTELLET: For rising Formula One star Isack Hadjar Saturday’s “historic” race at the Paul Ricard Circuit offered a double treat: a chance to bask in the love of French fans and to drive a traditional ‘noisy’ Formula One car. The 21-year-old Parisian has aligned himself with the anti camp this s»»»

Peshawar, Pakistan: Militants detonated a car bomb at a checkpoint in northwestern Pakistan and opened fire on police, killing at least 12 and wounding five, officials said on Sunday. "Last night in the Fateh Khel area of Bannu, a suicide bomber rammed an explosives-laden vehicle into a police chec»»»

Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova delivered a sharp rebuke to German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, after Merz threatened to confront Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico over his attendance at Moscow’s Victory Day celebrations instead of Europe Day. “There would be no Europe Day withou»»»

By Alaa Abdelwanis The Ministry of Youth and Sports announced the launching of the second phase of the Colourful Cities project, in cooperation with the Culture, Arts and Development Foundation in the governorates of Beheira, Suez, Sohag, Luxor and the New Valley, with the participation of talented»»»

US intelligence assesses that Iran’s new supreme leader is playing a critical role in shaping war strategy alongside senior Iranian officials, according to multiple sources familiar with the intelligence, reported CNN on Saturday. The reports found that “precise authority within a now-fractured reg»»»

Members of the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) elected the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to the Commission on Science and Technology for Development (CSTD) for the 2027–2030 term, the Saudi Press Agency said on Sunday. The election reinforces the Kingdom’s international presence and i»»»

The global economic fallout from the US‑Israeli war with Iran has inadvertently strengthened Russia while weakening NATO economies, creating a window for Kiev to salvage what remains of western Ukraine rather than continue an unwinnable war, a retired US Air Force lieutenant colonel and former Pent»»»