Design Teacher - August 2026

Treasury Department Tells US Banks to Flag Suspected Iranian Money-Laundering Networks

Why is Israel allowed to take part in the Eurovision song contest?

Five countries are boycotting the 70th edition of Eurovision on May 16 in protest over Israel's genocidal war on Gaza.

Israel takes the stage in semis of boycotted Eurovision

Israel will take to the stage as the Eurovision semi-finals kick off in Vienna on Tuesday, with its very participation triggering the song contest's biggest-ever political boycott. This year marks the 70th edition of…

A landscape with a story

This year, spring was full of surprises. Heavy rainfalls, even snow carpeting orange groves, it was like a never-ending spring, or even winter at times. But finally, the sun shines and the tourism season has started.

‘Ars Apodemica’ opens at Meşher

Meşher and the Sadberk Hanım Museum (SHM) are presenting the “Ars Apodemica” exhibition as part of Koç Group’s 100th anniversary at Meşher.

Trade disputes, Taiwan and Iran war: Can US and China reach a consensus?

Trade disputes, Taiwan and Iran war: Can US and China reach a consensus? Submitted by Nelson Wong on Fri, 05/08/2026 - 15:31 When Trump and his team meet their Chinese counterparts this time, the contrasts will be…

Türkiye’s current account deficit expected to reach $9.5 billion in March

Türkiye’s current account deficit will widen to $9.5292 billion in March and the country’s full-year current account deficit to $51.89 billion, according to estimates from economists who participated in a state-run…

Pressure grows on UK's Starmer to quit as PM

Calls mounted late Monday for Britain's embattled Prime Minister Keir Starmer to quit, despite his pledges to prove his doubters wrong after his ruling Labour party was crushed in local and regional elections.

Trump brushes aside Taiwan concerns ahead of Xi meet

President Donald Trump said Monday he was ready to discuss U.S. arms sales to Taiwan during his visit this week to Beijing, as he suggested his personal chemistry with counterpart Xi Jinping would prevent a Chinese…

US moves to release more oil stockpiles under IEA agreement

US Department of Energy moves to transfer 53.3 million barrels amid rising oil prices.

AlUla Arts Showcases More than 20 Artists at 61st Venice Biennale

Yemen: The rise of Saudi-backed Salafi commanders

Yemen: The rise of Saudi-backed Salafi commanders Submitted by MEE correspondent on Mon, 05/11/2026 - 10:46 Having played a key role in the conflict against the Houthis and separatists in southern governorates, Salafis…

EU Reaffirms Importance of Partnership with GCC

Israeli air strike kills six in southern Lebanon

Israeli air strike kills six in southern Lebanon An Israeli air strike on an inhabited house in the town of Kafr Dunin in southern Lebanon killed six people and wounded seven others overnight, according to the country’s…

New Israeli law sets military tribunal for Hamas October 7 militants

By Dedi Hayun JERUSALEM, May 12 (Reuters) - Israel's parliament passed a law late on Monday establishing a military tribunal to try hundreds of Palestinian militants who took part in the October 7, 2023 attack on…

Trump weighs renewed military pressure on Iran, US media says

Trump weighs renewed military pressure on Iran, US media says US President Donald Trump is increasingly considering renewed military action against Iran as part of efforts to secure concessions over Tehran’s nuclear…

US and UK discuss reopening Strait of Hormuz

US and UK discuss reopening Strait of Hormuz Talks between US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper focused on reopening the Strait of Hormuz ahead of a meeting involving defence…

US top diplomat discusses Iran, Strait of Hormuz with UK and Australia

By Kanishka Singh WASHINGTON, May 11 (Reuters) - U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio held separate calls with his Australian and British counterparts on Monday to discuss Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, the State…

Australia imposes new sanctions on Iranian officials and entities

Australia imposes new sanctions on Iranian officials and entities Australian foreign minister Penny Wong announced new sanctions and travel bans against seven Iranian individuals and four entities, accusing Iran of…

Israel orders evacuation of Lebanese town ahead of attack

Israel orders evacuation of Lebanese town ahead of attack The Israeli military ordered residents of the town of Sohmor in eastern Lebanon to leave their homes ahead of a threatened attack, warning that anyone who…