From curling to ice hockey, Doha is embracing winter sports as Qatar launches its 2026 Year of Culture with Canada and Mexico, blending cultural exchange with deeper diplomatic ties.
Month: May 2026
Latest news bulletin | May 3rd, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 3rd, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Trump says US will reduce troop presence in Germany ‘a lot further’ than initial 5,000 withdrawal
Trump indicated without sharing details that a substantial further reduction of US troop presence in Germany was imminent, just a day after the Pentagon announced a withdrawal of 5,000 soldiers. Trump has also threatened earlier in the week to rollback troops in Spain and Italy.
What Canadians are grudgingly learning from Trump’s undiplomatic ambassador
OTTAWA — The video playing was clearly Pete Hoekstra, the frequently combative U.S. ambassador to Canada. But something was off. He kept referring to Canada as a partner? “For all of the critical things that we need, Canada would be an ideal partner,” Hoekstra said in a prerecorded conversation at a conservative think tank in March. Hoekstra…
Ex F1 driver and Paralympic champion Alex Zanardi dies at 59
Legendary driver and Paralympic champion Alessandro Zanardi has died at the age of 59. From Formula 1 to handbike glory, his life was a global symbol of resilience and determination.
Iranian Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi hospitalised amid deteriorating health condition
Sources close to the human rights activist say they suspect she had suffered a heart attack in prison and fear her transfer to hospital may be too late.
Before and Behind Yoana
How Does Yoana Arrive at the Scene? Yoana didn’t arrive at the location like a normal person. She arrived like a concept. In a wide open field filled with dried grasses and soft wildflowers, she stepped into the scene wearing a bold red tube-style blouse paired with sleek black glossy leggings and high-heeled shoes. The…
Trump claims hostilities in Iran ‘have terminated’ in letter sent to top US lawmakers
Trump sidestepped a legal deadline for gaining approval from members of Congress over his war in Iran as he sends a letter to top lawmakers claiming that hostilities have ended due to the ongoing ceasefire.
Latest news bulletin | May 2nd, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 2nd, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Spirit Airlines says it is going out of business and ending operations ‘immediately’ after 34 years
The budget airline had hoped for a government bailout to arrive on Friday to prevent it from going out of business. The Trump administration announced on Friday that it had offered the airline its final proposal, but a deal could not be reached.