WHO experts want trials on potential Ebola vaccines, treatments
GENEVA: The World Health Organization said Thursday its advisory groups had recommended clinical trials for vaccines and treatments that could be useful against the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola. No vaccine or treatment exists for the strain behind the deadly Ebola outbreak which is gripping eastern D»»»
Aid supplies reach heart of Congo’s Ebola outbreak as WHO head travels to Kinshasa
BUNIA, Congo: Aid workers rushed supplies Thursday to the center of Congo’s outbreak of a rare type of Ebola virus while beleaguered medical personnel struggled with a lack of equipment, a distrustful population and armed groups in a volatile region. A white cargo plane with aid donated by the Euro»»»
Kenya approves American plan to open Ebola quarantine facility
NAIROBI: Kenya has provided written approval for the US to open a quarantine facility in the East African nation for Americans exposed to the Ebola outbreak centered in the Democratic Republic of Congo, said two US officials briefed on the response. The authorization grants the US access to land a»»»
Ballon d’Or awards for world’s best soccer players in 2026 moves from Paris to London
LONDON: The Ballon d’Or ceremony to crown the best men’s and women’s players in soccer is moving from its traditional Paris home to London in October. The venue change for the Oct. 26 ceremony marks the 70th anniversary of the first award won by England great Stanley Matthews, co-organizers France »»»
Saudi Arabia emerges as regional launchpad for Egyptian companies
RIYADH: Egyptian companies are increasingly choosing Saudi Arabia as their first destination for international expansion, as the Kingdom’s economic transformation, industrial scale, and investment momentum create new opportunities across manufacturing, hospitality, technology, and consumer sectors.»»»
Hadi’s Death Ends a Journey Through Transformation in Yemen
Former Yemeni President Field Marshal Abdrabbuh Mansur Hadi died on Thursday in the Saudi capital, Riyadh, at the age of 81, closing one of the most complex political and military chapters in Yemen’s history since unification in 1990. Hadi’s name became closely associated with Yemen’s transitional »»»
Qatar to end temporary extension of expired entry visas from June 7
Qatar’s Ministry of Interior has announced the termination of the temporary extension granted to all types of expired or soon-to-expire entry visas, effective from Sunday, June 7, 2026. The ministry said the extension decision was announced on March 3 due to regional tensions, closure of airspace a»»»
French banker Matthieu Pigasse emerges as key figure in Venezuela debt overhaul
Veteran French banker Matthieu Pigasse has emerged as a central figure in Venezuela’s debt restructuring efforts after his firm Centerview Partners was appointed adviser on the country’s more than $150 billion debt overhaul without a formal competitive process. When interim Venezuelan President Del»»»
Hungary’s oldest daily fights for survival after Fidesz-close Mediaworks halts printing and distribution of Népszava
Hungary’s oldest continuously published daily newspaper, Népszava, says it is “fighting for its existence” after Mediaworks Hungary terminated its printing and distribution contracts with immediate effect. The decision means Friday’s print edition of the 153-year-old left-wing newspaper will not ap»»»
10 Schengen countries most likely to give UAE residents a multiple-entry visa
UAE residents looking to secure a multiple-entry Schengen visa are most likely to succeed if they apply at Slovenia, Germany or Croatia, according to European Commission data. With a nearly two-month-long school summer holiday just a few weeks away, now would be the ideal time for UAE residents to »»»
Von der Leyen Releases Blocked EU Funds for Bulgaria as Radev Avoids Russia Comments in Brussels
The European Commission has decided to release nearly 370 million euros in previously suspended funds for Bulgaria under the Recovery and Resilience Plan following progress on key judicial and anti-corruption reforms. The announcement came after a meeting in Brussels between Prime Minister Rumen Ra»»»
Mexico, U.S., Canada tighten Ebola rules for World Cup - UPI.com
Mexico, the United States and Canada have activated a joint epidemiological surveillance protocol for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in response to an Ebola outbreak in Central and East Africa. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo May 28 (UPI) -- Mexico, the United States and Canada have activate»»»
Kenya rights group files petition to halt US Ebola quarantine center plan
NAIROBI: A Kenyan rights group said on Thursday it had filed a court petition against plans to establish an Ebola quarantine center for US nationals in the east African country. Washington is building a “state-of-the-art” facility in Kenya for US citizens to quarantine after leaving the Democratic »»»
Lebanon to hold military talks with Israel at Pentagon on Friday
BEIRUT: A meeting between Lebanese and Israeli military delegations, under US sponsorship, is set to take place at the Pentagon on Friday to launch a new round of security talks between the two sides. Israel and Hezbollah preempted the meeting by escalating their military operations, though on an u»»»
‘You Are Not Alone’ in Ebola Fight, Vows DR Congo-Bound WHO Chief
The WHO's chief pledged to do "everything in my power" to help conquer a deadly Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, as he headed to the African nation on Thursday. In lengthy message to the Congolese people, the World Health Organization's director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus»»»
New Gloria Estefan musical tells story of Paraguay youths who turned trash into music - UPI.com
The story of the Cateura Recycled Instruments Orchestra, a Paraguayan music project born in a vulnerable community surrounding the Cateura landfill in Asunción, will reach U.S. stages this Saturday with the world premiere of "Basura," a musical produced by Gloria Estefan at the Alliance Theatre in »»»
Madagascar top court rejects bid to remove president
Antananarivo, Madagascar: Madagascar's top court on Thursday dismissed an opposition lawmaker's attempt to oust the country's military ruler, ruling that the challenge fell outside the constitution. Prominent MP Antoine Rajerison had asked the High Constitutional Court to remove army Colonel Michae»»»
Israel PM Says Orders Army to Take Control of 70 Percent of Gaza Strip
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Thursday he had ordered the country's military to take control of 70 percent of the Gaza Strip, in defiance of the terms of a fragile ceasefire that took effect in October. "We are currently squeezing Hamas. We now control 60 percent of the territory i»»»
Argentina posts lowest foreign investment in Latin America - UPI.com
Argentina recorded the lowest level of foreign direct investment among Latin America's largest economies in 2025. File Photo by David Fernández/EPA May 28 (UPI) -- Argentina recorded the lowest level of foreign direct investment among Latin America's largest economies in 2025, underscoring the coun»»»
Iran war: Oil shortages threaten global energy security
BusinessGlobal issuesIran war: Oil shortages threaten global energy securitySrinivas MazumdaruStrategic petroleum reserves are declining rapidly as countries release emergency crude supplies to cushion the economic impact of the Middle East conflict. https://p.dw.com/p/5EOlKThe IEA has warned that »»»
Netflix criticises German plan to make streamers invest more locally
Frankfurt, Germany: Netflix and other streaming services on Thursday criticised a German plan requiring platforms to reinvest a share of locally generated revenue as part of efforts to support domestic film production. Chancellor Friedrich Merz's cabinet approved a draft law Wednesday that would co»»»
Live Updates: Iran fires missile at Kuwait after U.S. strikes, as Trump gets ready to finish the job – Ya Libnan
Share: HERE IS THE LATEST Iran accused the U.S. on Thursday of another ceasefire violation and said it retaliated by targeting an American base after a second round of what the Pentagon calls “purely defensive” strikes against drone operations. CENTCOM said Kuwait intercepted an incoming Iranian mi»»»
Paris Saint-Germain on the brink of greatness in the Champions League
PARIS: The Champions League trophy is at stake in the final at Budapest on Saturday. For Paris Saint-Germain and Luis Enrique, it doesn’t end there. On the line against Arsenal for the defending champion and their serial-winning Spanish coach is the chance to stake their claim to be considered the »»»
Middle East conflict disruptions reshape global energy investment and security, IEA warns
The far-reaching effects of the conflict in the Middle East are prompting countries and companies to rethink energy investment strategies in response to heightened concerns over energy security and the reliability of trade flows, according to a new IEA report. The 2026 edition of the IEA’s annual W»»»
‘You are not alone’ in Ebola fight, says WHO chief heading to DR Congo
GENEVA: The head of the WHO, heading to the Ebola-hit Democratic Republic of Congo on Thursday, pledged to do “everything in my power” to help conquer the deadly outbreak. “I want to be with you during this time. And I want you to know that you are not alone,” the World Health Organization’s direct»»»
US-Iran war 3 months on: Frozen conflict or fragile ceasefire? Here's is what we know
Dubai: Three months after the war between the United States and Iran began with massive strikes on Iranian targets, the conflict appears to be entering a new and uncertain phase — one defined less by large-scale bombardment and more by brinkmanship, maritime pressure, sanctions and fragile diplomac»»»
Why jet fuel crisis could permanently change flying for travellers everywhere
Dubai: A global jet fuel crisis triggered by the Iran conflict is exposing deep vulnerabilities in the aviation industry that analysts, regulators and airlines say could persist long after disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz ease. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - si»»»
Makkah teams remove 16,000 tonnes of waste during Hajj
MINA: The Ministry of Municipalities and Housing, represented by Makkah municipality, removed more than 16,000 tonnes of waste from the holy sites during the Hajj season. This averaged more than 200 tonnes a day as part of cleaning and sanitation efforts to maintain a healthy environment for pilgri»»»
Israel declares new 'combat zone' in southern Lebanon, orders evacuations
Israel expanded its military campaign in southern Lebanon on Wednesday, ordering residents to evacuate areas south of the Zahrani River as strikes intensified despite an April ceasefire. The escalation comes as Israeli officials seek to pressure Hezbollah while avoiding actions in Beirut that could»»»
Norway-Russia fish pact raises EU security concerns
Marie SinaWhile much of Europe has cut its links to Russia, Norway's collaboration on cod with the country continues. The EU is concerned that the pact could threaten the continent's safety. https://p.dw.com/p/5ES43AdvertisementNorway's long-standing cooperation with Russia over Arctic cod is drawi»»»
France votes unanimously to abolish Code Noir, a colonial-era slavery law
French lawmakers voted on Thursday to repeal the Code Noir, a law that regulated slavery in the French colonies that was never formally repealed even after the abolition of slavery in 1848. The vote reopened a debate around reparations in a country that has yet to fully come to terms with its histo»»»
Abdrabbuh Mansur Hadi Dies After Leading Yemen Through Its Most Difficult Period
Former Yemeni President Abdrabbuh Mansur Hadi passed away Thursday morning after a political and military career spanning eight decades, during which he witnessed Yemen’s major political transformations and became closely associated with pivotal periods marked by conflict, upheaval and instability.»»»
Bulgaria’s Water Sector Faces Systemic Failures beyond Climate Change, Expert Warns
Water-related problems in Bulgaria are not solely the result of climate change but stem largely from poor management, outdated infrastructure, and lack of coordination between institutions, according to Plamen Nikiforov, an engineer and chair of the Management Board of the Scientific and Technical »»»
Progressive Bulgaria Proposes Fixing MP Salaries at 4,326 Euros, Ending Link to Average Wage
Progressive Bulgaria (PB) has proposed fixing the base salary of Members of Parliament at 4,326 euros per month, removing the current automatic link between MPs’ pay and the national average wage. The proposal was outlined by Stefan Belchev, an MP and member of the parliamentary budget and finance »»»
Lost and found: Reuniting pilgrims in a sea of millions
RIYADH: By the time pilgrims reach Mina, for many fatigue will have settled in quietly. Hours of walking under the sun, waves of people moving in every direction, and the emotional intensity of Hajj can blur even the simplest details. A tent number is forgotten. A familiar face disappears into the »»»
Fewer Cases but Still High Caseload for Supreme Court Judges in 2025
Judges' caseload at the Supreme Court of Cassation (SCC) remained high in 2025 despite a certain decrease in the number of cases referred to, and pending before, the SCC, its Annual Report says. At 4,602, the cases left undisposed of from the previous year by January 1, 2025 were 617 fewer than the»»»
Trump's Anti-Weaponization Fund faces mounting legal challenges - UPI.com
1 of 5 | Proud Boys and pro-Trump supporters gather and march to protest against the Electoral College vote count that would certify President-elect Joe Biden as the winner in Washington, D.C., on Jan. 6, 2021. File Photo by Leigh Vogel/UPI | License Photo May 28 (UPI) -- In little more than a week»»»
Siddaramaiah steps down, ending era in Karnataka politics
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday resigned from office, bringing an end to his tenure as the state’s longest-serving chief minister and setting the stage for a leadership transition in the Congress government. The resignation followed weeks of speculation over a possible change in l»»»
France votes to repeal slavery-era Black Code - finally
Paris: For nearly two centuries after France abolished slavery, the colonial-era law that classified humans as property has remained quietly on its books. On Thursday, the lower house of Parliament voted to wipe it from French law. The National Assembly voted 254-0 - a rare show of unanimity - to a»»»
IEA warns of unprecedented global energy supply crisis amid Hormuz disruption
Brussels, May 28 (SANA) The International Energy Agency (IEA) warned on Thursday that the world is facing what it described as the most severe energy supply crisis in modern history following disruptions linked to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. The agency said the strategic waterway, which pr»»»
Plans for the Gaza International Stabilization Force are in question as troop pledges stall
BANGKOK: The International Stabilization Force for Gaza was announced with great aplomb at the inaugural meeting of US President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace in February. The American general tapped to lead the 20,000-strong force said it would ensure “future prosperity and enduring peace” after t»»»
Fierce Resistance Stalls Israeli Advance in Zawtar al-Sharqiya - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Fierce Resistance Stalls Israeli Advance in Zawtar al-Sharqiya 28-05-2026 13:57 PM The Israeli enemy is facing fierce resistance in the tow»»»
Extreme heatwave soaring through Hungary and Europe, chaotic winds at Lake Balaton
Europe is experiencing an extraordinary early-season heatwave, with temperature records tumbling from the British Isles to Southern Europe as an intense “heat dome” traps hot air above the continent. Record temperatures sweep across the continent Meteorologists say temperatures in several countries»»»
WHO chief heading to Ebola-hit DR Congo
Geneva: The World Health Organization's chief said Thursday he was heading to the Democratic Republic of Congo to support colleagues battling a deadly Ebola outbreak, voicing confidence they would defeat the virus. According to its latest figures up to May 24, the WHO has recorded 10 confirmed and »»»
Ethiopian leader Abiy’s party set to dominate elections despite insecurity
NAIROBI: Ethiopians will vote in parliamentary and regional elections on Monday that Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s party is expected to dominate despite significant unrest across much of Africa’s second most populous country. Abiy, 49, has consolidated his grip on Ethiopia’s politics since being app»»»
How Israel Has Emptied Southern Lebanon Far Beyond the Front Lines
The ceasefire agreed in Lebanon last month has brought little respite for civilians, who are being driven from a steadily expanding swathe of the country by a relentless Israeli campaign of evacuations and air strikes. The US-brokered truce announced on April 16, after about six weeks of fighting,»»»
'US veto' prohibits Israel from striking Beirut and its southern suburbs
The reason the Israeli army has not carried out an attack in Beirut and its southern suburbs despite the latest escalation is an "American veto," unnamed sources told Israeli newspaper Yedioth Ahronoth on Wednesday. Israel's Channel 12 meanwhile reported that "there are behind-the-scenes disagreeme»»»
Israeli soldier killed by Hezbollah drone near Lebanon border
The Israeli military said on Thursday that a soldier was killed the day before by a Hezbollah drone near the Lebanon border, taking to 24 the number of its troops killed in the war with the Iran-backed group. A military statement named her as 20-year-old Sergeant Rotem Yanai, who "fell during opera»»»
Trump says 'not satisfied' yet on Iran deal
U.S. President Donald Trump said Wednesday he was not yet satisfied with Iran's offers to make a deal, after Iranian state television reported details of what it claimed was a draft agreement. Speaking at a cabinet meeting in the White House, Trump added that he was in no rush to reach an accord to»»»
Iran condemns US ceasefire 'violations' after strikes in south
Iran condemned on Thursday what it called violations by the United States after its strikes on the southern port city of Bandar Abbas, while vowing to defend its sovereignty. The ministry's spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said Iran would "take all necessary measures to defend its national sovereignty" and»»»