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Mannai Corporation revenues jump 29% to QR1.3bn in Q1

Mannai Corporation has reported revenues ofQR1.3bn in the first quarter (Q1) of 2026, representing a year-on-year 29% increase. Gross profit rose by 8.1% to QR188mn in the review period. The group earnings before…

Ooredoo Group net profit surges 4.7% to QR1bn in Q1

Ooredoo Group reported a 4.7% year-on-year (y-o-y) growth in net profit to reach QR1bn in the first three months of 2026, underpinned by disciplined execution and the strength of its diversified footprint, according to…

Inside SpaceX’s IPO: Elon Musk’s most ambitious plan yet

In the days after the PayPal IPO in 2002, Elon Musk and company executives gathered to celebrate. But while others socialised, Musk was hunched over an old ‌Soviet rocket manual and already planning his next venture:…

Why humanoid robots are ultimate AI frontier

Humanoid robots, or bipedal machines powered by software, are emerging as one of the more tangible outputs of the artificial intelligence revolution. The growing obsession with them is easy to explain: They look like…

4 promising quarterfinal matches kick off tomorrow: Amir Cup 2026

The quarterfinals of the 54th edition of the Amir Cup will witness four promising matches taking place tomorrow, Friday, May 1st.The first match to kick off the series will be Al Rayyan vs Al Wakrah at Al Thumama…

QFC introduces targeted measures to support firms' operations and business continuity

The Qatar Financial Centre (QFC) has introduced a targeted package of measures to assist its firms and ensure business continuity, amid evolving regional developments.The measures form part of the national package…

What's next for OPEC after the UAE's withdrawal?

The exit of the UAE from OPEC and OPEC+ starting in May has cast doubts over the Saudi-led cartel's future after losing its fourth largest producer and further strains ties between the two Gulf rivals.

7 rescued, 17 bodies recovered off Libya coast

Seven people were rescued and 17 bodies recovered after a boat broke down off Libya's eastern coast and was stranded at sea for eight days, the Libyan Red Crescent said. In a statement, the organization said the…

Apple to add Siri AI mode to iPhone camera app in iOS 27

Apple Inc. is planning to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into the iPhone’s camera app by adding a new Siri mode alongside existing photo and video options in its upcoming iOS 27 operating system, Bloomberg…

Morning update

Morning update Good morning Middle East Eye readers, Tensions remain high between Iran and the US, with Axios reporting that President Donald Trump has rejected Iran’s peace proposal. He signalled the US will maintain…

Turkish Airlines reports $226 million net income in first quarter

Turkish Airlines posted a net income of $226 million in the first quarter of 2026, reversing a net loss of $44 million in the same period last year.

Troy-themed exhibition to open at Colosseum

A major exhibition titled “Troy and Rome: Myths, Legends, Stories of Ancient Mediterranean” will open to visitors on June 11 at the Colosseum Archaeological Park. A total of 221 artifacts from 19 museums in Türkiye,…

Gaza-bound flotilla says hundreds stranded at sea following Israeli interception

Gaza-bound flotilla says hundreds stranded at sea following Israeli interception The Global Sumud Flotilla indicated in a post on X that hundreds of participants are stranded onboard "powerless, broken" vessels as a…

Can the EU’s Article 42.7 offer Europe NATO-like collective defence?

Several European leaders have called for a discussion on using the bloc's own mutual assistant clause amid US tensions

Israeli navy seized 50 boats carrying 400 activists en route to Gaza: Report

Israeli navy seized 50 boats carrying 400 activists en route to Gaza: Report The Israeli navy intercepted 50 vessels bound for Gaza carrying 400 activists, with troops informing participants of the Global Sumud Flotilla…

Report: Centcom leader set to brief Trump on new Iran strategy on Thursday

Report: Centcom leader set to brief Trump on new Iran strategy on Thursday US President Donald Trump is expected to receive a briefing on new plans slated for potential military action in Iran on Thursday from Centcom…

Saudi Arabia, France Discuss Enhancing Mining Sector Partnership

US charges Sinaloa state governor, 9 others over Mexican drug cartel links

Indictment alleges that Governor Ruben Rocha Moya and other current and former officials worked with cartel leaders.

USS Ford Aircraft Carrier Departs Middle East after Record-breaking Deployment

Israeli military chief says "there is no ceasefire" with Lebanon

Israeli military chief says "there is no ceasefire" with Lebanon The Israeli army Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir said that "there is no ceasefire" with Lebanon, as the military continues to launch demolitions and attacks in…