Gary Lineker expected to leave BBC sooner than planned after antisemitism row: Last week, Lineker apologised for sharing a social media post about Zionism that ...
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Gary Lineker set to leave BBC and drop out of World Cup hosting with major announcement expected: Live
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Key FactsGary Lineker to Depart BBC Amid Antisemitism Controversy
8h · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: jpost.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: jpost.com
- Gary Lineker is reportedly leaving the BBC following backlash for sharing antisemitic content.
- He reposted a pro-Palestinian video criticizing Zionism, which included a rat emoji, and later apologized for it.
- This decision comes after multiple complaints from the Jewish community regarding his continued association with the BBC.
- Lineker, who is the BBC's highest-paid presenter, will exit the flagship soccer program Match of the Day at the end of the season.
Key FactsTrump's Middle East Strategies: An Uncertain Agenda
12h · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: foreignaffairs.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: foreignaffairs.com
- President Trump's visit to Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE raises questions about his objectives, potentially concerning arms deals and investments.
- Arab leaders express concerns over Trump's unpredictable nature and uncertainty regarding U.S. policy towards Iran, feeling disheartened by a dysfunctional U.S. administration.
- The Gulf states are adopting a cautious stance towards military conflicts while worrying about the ramifications of the war in Gaza and possible internal unrest.
- Trump's planned arms agreements may remain limited unless he demonstrates the resolve to pursue a diplomatic resolution for Iran and regional conflicts.
The stakes have never been so high in Romania's post-communist history. On Sunday, Romanians voted in a decisive and polarized run-off election for president ... Show more
Exit Polls: Nicușor Dan leads in Romania's presidential election
Exit Polls: Nicușor Dan leads in Romania's presidential election
Key FactsRomania Elects Pro-European President Against Far-Right Rival
4h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- Nicusor Dan, the mayor of Bucharest, won the presidential election with 54% of the votes against Trump supporter George Simion.
- Dan pledged to maintain support for Ukraine and combat corruption, while Simion advocated for eurosceptic, nationalist policies.
- Voter turnout was the highest in 25 years, signaling a backlash against right-wing populism.
- Dan faces the challenge of securing a prime minister to achieve a parliamentary majority and address Romania's economic difficulties.
"There will be a difficult period ahead, necessary for economic rebalancing to lay the foundations of a healthy society. Please have hope and patience."— Nicusor Dan, the newly elected President of Romania, spoke to his supporters after exit polls were published showing him ahead.
Saudi Arabia offers free Hajj to 1,000 Palestinian pilgrims: A comprehensive plan was put in place to provide all necessary services to the pilgrims
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Accusations against intelligence service: Telegram CEO Durov clashes with France: Telegram CEO Pavel Durov claims he was asked by the foreign intelligence ...
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Houthi rebels in Yemen have issued a second warning to Israel within 24 hours, urging evacuation of Ben Gurion International Airport ahead of a potential ... Show more
Qatar Airways' net profit jumps 28% as company expects strong demand to continue: State-owned Qatar Airways posted an annual net profit of a record 7 ...
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Say goodbye to baggage claim stress: Dubai to offer luggage delivery straight to your home or hotel
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Trump-Putin call: What’s holding up a Russia-Ukraine ceasefire?: The US president says only Putin and he can stitch together a ceasefire. Their call on Monday ...
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Seven years ago, Forbes made the decision not to include billionaires from Saudi Arabia on our annual World’s Billionaires list ... Show more
‘A very nice gesture’: Behind Trump’s flying visit to Qatar: We’ve heard a lot about a fancy jet. But what else is there to know about Qatar and its soft power ...
theage.com.au/world/middle-east/a-very-nice-gesture-behind-trump-s-flying-visit-to-qatar-20250515-p5lzeh.html
Saudi Arabia construction tops $1.5 trillion as Kingdom presses ahead with ‘giga projects’
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The royal family of Qatar, owner of one of the largest private jet fleets in the world, has been quietly getting rid of some of its biggest planes ... Show more
Why The Qataris Are Happy To Dump Their 747 On Trump
Why The Qataris Are Happy To Dump Their 747 On Trump
Israel will ‘take control of all’ of Gaza, PM Netanyahu says: Israel is under mounting international pressure to lift a total blockade it imposed on Gaza in ...
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Saudi Gazette/ May 18
Israel launches major ground offensive in Gaza: Israel launches major ground offensive in Gaza
saudigazette.com.sa/article/651873
Look: Did you know there was once a Dh1 banknote? Here's what it looked like: The first one-dirham coin was issued 534 days after the birth of the UAE ...
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As Arab leaders met in Iraq, Mohamad Elmasry, a professor at the Doha Institute of Graduate Studies, says that while Arab states express a desire to end ... Show more
UAE President offers condolences on passing of Ali Musabbeh Al Shamsi in Al Ain: UAE President offers condolences on passing of Ali Musabbeh Al Shamsi in Al Ain
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Oman gas blast victims confirmed as Kerala couple from Kannur: Their only daughter, who studies in Chennai, has arrived in Muscat
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Saudi report: Mohammed Sinwar's body found in tunnel: For the full report. The bodies of Hamas leader in Gaza Mohammed Sinwar and ten of his aides were found ...
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UAE: Swimming temporarily suspended due to oil spill at a beach in Khor Fakkan: Back in 2020, an oil spill on two beaches in the Sharjah city were contained
khaleejtimes.com/uae/emergencies/uae-swimming-temporarily-suspended-due-to-oil-spill-at-a-khor-fakkan-beach
Pence Goes After Trump For Decrying U.S. Interventionism During Middle East Trip: "I've never been a fan of American presidents criticizing America on foreign ...
huffpost.com/entry/pence-trump-interventionism-middle-east-trip_n_682a4d3de4b0b2994c197584
Calls to boycott the 2026 World Cup grow after Trump-FIFA scandal: It is incredible that FIFA president Gianni Infantino himself missed his own congress to meet ...
marca.com/en/football/2025/05/18/6829eda922601d485f8b4587.html
Bessent defends Trump’s Qatari luxury jet gift: ‘French gave us the Statue of Liberty’
thehill.com/homenews/5306272-bessent-defends-trump-jet-gift/
Bill Maher slams Trump for planning to accept plane as gift from Qatari royals: ‘You know, when you travel, you like to leave with a souvenir, right? So he got a ...
independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/bill-maher-trump-qatar-plane-b2752993.html
Oman grants citizenship to 156 expatriates : New conditions for foreign nationals seeking Omani citizenship were issued in February
gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-grants-citizenship-to-156-expatriates-1.500131393
As ceasefire talks in Doha revolve around 58 hostages remaining in Gaza, the IDF announced that its ground forces had begun operations as part of Gideon's ... Show more
Johannes Pietsch aka JJ: What makes the Song Contest winner tick: The Viennese countertenor with a Filipino mother grew up in Dubai. He has loved opera since ...
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This boy knew something was wrong when he saw a mama cow acting strange, so the little hero sprang into action. #animalkind
🔊 New Reuters Econ World episode! Hear all about Saudi Arabia’s push to open the oil taps at OPEC+ OPEC+
70 minutes for three kilometers to school: Romina (7) thinks it's stupid: The seven-year-old is in first grade. Basically, she has a short journey to school ...
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Israeli army says intercepted missile fired from Yemen: Israeli army says it intercepted a missile fired from Yemen
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Key FactsIsraeli Army Intercepts Missile Launched from Yemen
May 18 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: wionews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: wionews.com
- The Israeli military intercepted a missile fired from Yemen, amid attacks by Houthi rebels during the conflict with Hamas.
- This interception followed sirens sounding in various areas of Israel.
- Since the Gaza war began in October 2023, the Houthis have frequently targeted Israel with missiles and drones.
- Israel conducted airstrikes on Houthi-held Red Sea ports of Hodeida and Salif in response to multiple missile assaults.
Report: Hamas ready to free up to 9 Israeli hostages for 60-day ceasefire: In return, Israel will be forced to stop fighting for 60 days and release 300 ...
i24news.tv/en/news/israel-at-war/artc-report-hamas-ready-to-free-up-to-9-israeli-hostages-for-60-day-ceasefire
Property Deals Hit Record High In Dubai: Dubai’s real estate market is brimming with life, with property values climbing 70 percent over the past four years ...
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Interview on Russian TV: Before an important phone call: Putin warns Trump on state TV and reveals his true goal
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Saudi Gazette/ 18h
Saudi Arabia and Turkiye to enhance bilateral cooperation: The second meeting of the Saudi-Turkish Coordination Council discussed ways to further intensify ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/651904
Trump's Gulf tour reshapes Middle East diplomatic map: Trump's whirlwind tour was more than just a spectacle marked by lucrative investments.
reuters.com/world/middle-east/trumps-gulf-tour-reshapes-middle-east-diplomatic-map-2025-05-18/
Sur in English May 18
Malaga's frenzy for viral Dubai chocolate: where to try it: The phenomenon that is sweeping TikTok and Instagram goes beyond the simple bar ...
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Trump Tells UAE President About His Favorite 'Old Fashioned' Word: LOADINGERROR LOADINGPresident Donald Trump embarked on a major overseas trip to the Middle ...
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Gaza Strip: Palestinians report deaths after airstrikes - | International criticism of Israel
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Saudi Gazette/ 20h
Filipino conjoined twins undergo medical evaluation after arrival in Riyadh: The Filipino conjoined twin sisters —Klea and Maurice Ann— were ...
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Israel intercepts ballistic missile launched from Yemen : Israel successfully intercepted a ballistic missile launched from Yemen, preventing potential damage ...
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Over half a million Hajj pilgrims arrive in Saudi Arabia: The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah announced on Sunday that more than 500,000 pilgrims have arrived ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/651899
After 40 years, Indonesian couple fulfills Hajj dream
: They overcame challenges and saved diligently to afford the journey to Mecca
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Times of Oman May 18
Temperature approaches 50 degrees Celsius in parts of Oman: According to data by Oman Meteorology
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New negotiations in Qatar: Palestinians report dozens dead in the Gaza Strip: Israel continues its new offensive. According to Palestinian sources ...
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Saudi Gazette/ May 18
Saudi Arabia deports 11,763 illegal residents in a week: Saudi security forces have arrested a total of 14,987 illegal residents during the last week.
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Oman & Spain: Steady efforts toward strategic relations and new partnerships: His Majesty’s upcoming state visit to the Kingdom of Spain stands as one of the key ...
timesofoman.com/article/158187-oman-spain-steady-efforts-toward-strategic-relations-and-new-partnerships
Saudi financial problems: Debts are piling up at Aramco and in Riyadh.: Saudi Arabia is investing vast sums in diversifying its domestic economy. Nevertheless ...
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Khaleej Times May 18
Yemen's Houthis claim missile fire at Ben Gurion airport; Israel says rockets intercepted
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Treasury Sec. Bessent: Walmart will ‘eat some of the tariffs’ after announcing price hikes
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Lion City Sailors denied at final hurdle as Sharjah FC clinch AFC Champions League Two title at Bishan
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Times of Oman May 18
Indian expat passes away after working 45 years in Oman: Mr. Thomas is survived by his three children.
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Khaleej Times May 18
Saudi airline resumes first Hajj flights with Iran since 2015: Official: Flynas resumed Iranian pilgrims flights from Imam Khomeini (airport) in Tehran on ...
khaleejtimes.com/world/mena/saudi-airline-resumes-hajj-flights-with-iran
Oman announces summer midday breaks for worker safety: Rule aims to protect outdoor workers from extreme heat
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Trump claims Russia could have�captured Kyiv in hours, but�"Got stuck in the mud".
Putin to host first Russia-Arab summit in October, Russian agencies report: Russian President Vladimir Putin has invited all leaders and the secretary general of ...
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Houthis Say They Plan to Target Israeli Airports in Coming Hours: Yemen’s Houthi rebels announced that they would carry out in the coming few hours military ...
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Qatari jet "gives the appearance of a conflict of interest" for Trump, senator says
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Khaleej Times May 18
After a business breakfast between Trump and Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council ... Show more
Watch: Abu Dhabi Crown Prince's response to Donald Trump is a masterclass in diplomacy
Watch: Abu Dhabi Crown Prince's response to Donald Trump is a masterclass in diplomacy
World Table Tennis May 18
Off to a hot start 🔥
Wang Chuqin/Sun Yingsha get their title defence off to a flying start with a 3-0 win over Jishan Liang/Amy Wang 💯#ITTFWorlds2025 #TableTennis
US President Donald Trump has hailed his country's special relationship with the UAE and praised its 'magnificent' leader, President Sheikh Mohamed ... Show more
arabtimes May 17
It Is Illegal To Keep Employees’ Passports in Kuwait: In a troubling yet persistent practice, some employers in Kuwait continue to unlawfully withhold the ...
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Mediators make fresh push for peace in Gaza as death toll spikes from new Israeli campaign
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Saudi Gazette/ 23h
Netanyahu's office: Israel considering all deals, including to end Gaza war: The PMO contradicted a former senior member of the negotiating team who said an ...
jpost.com/breaking-news/article-854407
Kuwait to reimpose outdoor work ban from June to August amid rising temperatures: Starting in early May, multilingual social media awareness campaign has been ...
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About 100 killed in overnight strikes as Israel intensifies its war on Gaza: Israel says it is building pressure on Hamas to agree to a temporary ceasefire on ...
thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2025/05/18/about-100-killed-in-overnight-strikes-as-israel-intensifies-its-war-on-gaza/
Filipino conjoined twin sisters Klea Ann and Maurice Ann Misa arrived Saturday in Riyadh and are now being assessed for possible separation surgery under the ... Show more
Donald Trump rages over latest Qatari jet reports: ‘I again give these SleazeBags fair warning!’
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Can Trump legally accept $400M plane from Qatar? What experts, Constitution say: PolitiFact | Legal experts said they believe accepting the gift would violate ...
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Khaleej Times May 18
UAE: Passenger smuggling cocaine in intestines caught at Zayed International Airport
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JD Vance expected to visit Israel on Tuesday, following Trump snub - report : Vance's visit comes after Trump's trip to the Gulf states ...
jpost.com/breaking-news/article-854370
‘SNL’ roasts Trump’s Middle East trip, Qatari jet gift in season finale: SNL’s sketch comedy show parodied President Trump’s Middle East trip ...
thehill.com/blogs/in-the-know/5306169-saturday-night-live-trump-qatar/
As Israel Launches Op 'Gideon's Chariots', How It Plans To 'Conquer' Gaza
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Gulf states use opulence and flattery to win Trump's heart: ABU DHABI - Escorts of camels and Arabian horses. A luxury plane offered as a gift ...
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