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Saudi Arabia sets minimum age for Haj pilgrims at 15 years

ISLAMABAD: Saudi Arabia has set the minimum age of pilgrims for Haj this year as 15, the religious affairs ministry said on Saturday. In a letter, the ministry referred to the Saudi government’s directives that “no…

Christian school sanctioned for refusing to play against trans-female athlete gets over $500k settlement

Court: Vermont Principals’ Association ‘violated ‘the minimum requirement of neutrality’ to religion’ In a partial settlement, education officials in Vermont agreed to pay over half a million dollars to a Christian…

Health Ministry sets up task force to tackle doctor shortage, focus on Sabah

SANDAKAN, May 2 — The Ministry of Health has established an Interministerial Special Task Force to examine the issue of shortages of doctors and medical specialists, including aspects of talent retention in the national…

All eyes on LA ahead of largest ever UK trade mission to the US

Hundreds of UK business leaders will travel to the US later this month as part of the largest ever UK trade mission to the country, building on the success of the State Visit of Their Majesties the King and Queen.

War 'likely' to resume, says Iran's military headquarters

War 'likely' to resume, says Iran's military headquarters Iran’s military headquarters has released a statement saying the resumption of war between the US and Iran is “likely as evidence shows the US is not committed”…

Dr Akmal: No compromise on ‘red lines’ as Negeri Sembilan proves Umno won’t bow to pressure

KUALA LUMPUR, May 2 — Umno Youth chief Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh said that the party remains grounded in principle, insisting it will not be swayed by political pressure. He said Umno is open to cooperation with any…

‘Kids aren’t OK right now’: Conservatives join Liberals in asking whether social media should be banned for kids

OTTAWA — As Prime Minister Mark Carney's government weighs banning social media for minors, Opposition Conservatives have begun asking: Where does their own party stand on the issue? Read More

A Pointless War: How Iran Hawks Finally Got Their Way

The Strait of Hormuz is straight out of a storybook. Named for an ancient Persian god, the 24-mile-wide waterway flows between jagged cliffs, inlets that look like a desert version of Scandinavian fjords, and…

WEEKEND READING: Beyond the balance sheet: why psychological safety must be part of Scotland’s higher education funding framework

This blog was kindly authored by Elaine Jackson and Gary Gillon, Lecturers in Business and Management at the University of the West of Scotland. Professor James Miller’s recent HEPI blog made a compelling case for…

IED attack targets police official’s residence in Lakki Marwat, causes significant damage

LAKKI MARWAT: Unknown terrorists attacked the house of a police official with explosives in the Shadikhel area of the Lakki Marwat district, police said on Saturday. A police official said that terrorists affiliated…

US-Germany spat over Iran intensifies as Hegseth orders troop removal

US-Germany spat over Iran intensifies as Hegseth orders troop removal Submitted by MEE staff on Sat, 05/02/2026 - 10:07 German defence minister says Europe must look after itself, as 5,000 American troops set to leave…

Dar discusses Middle East situation, its economic implications with Kuwaiti FM: FO

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Saturday discussed the regional situation in the Middle East with Kuwait’s Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, the Foreign Office (FO) said. In…

Puteri Umno chief urges stronger support for M40 women, says group often overlooked

KUALA LUMPUR, May 2 — Puteri Umno chief Datuk Nurul Amal Mohd Fauzi today urged the government to strengthen support for young women in the middle-income (M40) group, warning that many remain overlooked despite facing…

Abren la convocatoria para sumar 40 guardaparques nacionales: aptitudes y condiciones laborales

SAN CARLOS DE BARILOCHE.- Con la intención de incorporar 40 nuevos guardaparques nacionales , la Administración de Parques Nacionales (APN) lanzó una nueva convocatoria de inscripción a concursos. Estará abierta entre…

Man who took part in hijacking taxi on M50 is jailed

The judge said it was lucky there were no collisions as a result of the incident on the M50. Photograph: Getty Images/iStockphoto

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Cabinets politiques à Québec | Nouvelle vague de femmes aux commandes

Dans les corridors de l’Assemblée nationale, les partis fourbissent leurs armes. Mardi marquera le début de la dernière ligne droite parlementaire avant la pause d’été, qui débouchera sur la campagne électorale. La…

A resting place for a rebel prince in Abbottabad

Abbottabad’s streets mostly dissolve into a mundane blur but Circular Road has a way of catching you by the sleeve. This stretch of town is as silent as silence allows, lined with government offices leaning into one…

MetMalaysia warns of afternoon thunderstorms in all states, heavy rain and strong winds in Klang Valley

KUALA LUMPUR, May 2 — The Meteorological Department has issued a thunderstorm warning covering the Klang Valley and several other states, with heavy rain and strong winds expected until 6pm today. Affected areas include…

World Press Freedom Day: Mounting challenges and digital transformation reshape media landscape

The world observes World Press Freedom Day on 3 May each year, an international initiative established by the United Nations in 1993 to underscore the essential role of press freedom as a pillar of democratic…