Manila
02 June 2017
(Yahoo News/Reuters)

A gunman stormed a casino in the Philippine capital on Friday, setting gaming tables alight and killing at least 36 people who mostly suffocated in thick smoke, in an attack claimed by Islamic State but which officials insist was a botched robbery.

The gunman killed himself in … Read More

Islamabad
02 June 2017
(APP)

Minister for Interior, Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan Friday said reforms and decision regarding merger of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) into Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) was an achievement of present government and it
would be taken to its logical conclusion.

He was talking to Advisor to Prime Minister and Provincial President … Read More

Shanghai/Singapore
02 Jun 2017
Yahoo News/Reuters

The U.S. decision to withdraw from the Paris climate accord has bolstered China’s stature and diplomatic power, and could help Beijing achieve longer-term ambitions to upgrade its economy and dominate lucrative new industries.

China – the world’s biggest source of climate-warming greenhouse gases – has been at the … Read More

Manila
02 June 2017
(PNA)

An official of a Philippine-based investment house remains optimistic on the domestic economy amid the martial law declaration in Mindanao and some peace-and-order-related incidents.

BDO Capital & Investment Corp. (BDO Capital) president Eduardo V. Francisco said he does not have any qualms on the ongoing martial rule in … Read More

Doha
02 June 2017

Hotel St. Regis Doha will be taking its majestic Ramadan tents to new heights during the holy month with the distinctive St. Regis Doha Ramadan Souq at the Grand Ballroom and Layaly tent at Al Gassar Ballroom. Once again, The St. Regis Doha will be transformed into a … Read More

AlJazeera Network
1st June 2017

US President Donald Trump has signed a waiver to delay relocating the US embassy in Israel to Jerusalem from Tel Aviv, the White House says.

The decision avoids a controversial step that would have complicated his efforts to restart long-stalled Israeli-Palestinian talks.

“[Trump] has repeatedly stated his intention to … Read More

Doha
31 May 2017

Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) recently celebrated the achievements of the University’s exceptional students in local and international competitions. From being awarded with prestigious research fellowships, to winning top national and regional competitions, students from HBKU’s colleges have been excelling in the classroom, research labs, and beyond.

Congratulating … Read More

Doha Qatar
30 May 2017

Passengers flying on board Qatar Airways who are fasting during the Holy Month of Ramadan will be offered a delicious Iftar meal box infused with a traditional Middle Eastern twist to break their fast.

Qatar Airways’ Iftar boxes will feature a creatively-designed Ramadan Kareem logo extending best wishes … Read More

Doha
(QU)
31 May 2017

Qatar University College of Education (QU-CED) celebrated its achievements for the academic year 2016-2017 in a ceremony attended by CED Dean Dr Ahmed Al-Emadi, CED Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Studies Dr Yahya Al-Nakeeb, and CED Acting Associate Dean for Academic Affairs Dr Aisha Fakhro, as well … Read More

Doha
31 May 2017 –

With preparations now complete, Aspire Zone Foundation is ready to welcome over 1,300 participants to take part in the two-week Ramadan Sports Festival. The festival will kick off on Thursday evening, marking the start of four simultaneous sporting tournaments: indoor hockey, cricket, volleyball and futsal.

Cricket competition … Read More

Kabul
AlJazeera Network
31 May 2017

A powerful truck bomb blast on Wednesday killed at least 80 people and wounded more than 300 in Kabul, according to Afghan officials.

The explosion, one of the deadliest in the Afghan capital, came at the start of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.

It took place in one … Read More

Yahoo News
The Independent
29 May 2017

President Donald Trump has released his first official statement on the attack in Portland, Oregon, more than 48 hours after the two victims died.

“The violent attacks in Portland on Friday are unacceptable,” Mr Trump tweeted. “The victims were standing up to hate and intolerance. Our prayers … Read More

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