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Tuesday, May 20, 2025

Dizzying luxury: The Grand Hyatt Shanghai’s atrium is not for those with a fear of heights

The breathtaking heights of the Grand Hyatt Shanghai, where luxury meets adrenaline in one of the world's tallest atriums.

Sarene Kloren|Published

Israel bombs apartment block in first strike on heart of Beirut as war in escalates in Lebanon

The Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP), a secular left-wing group, said three of its members were killed in Monday's strike on Beirut's Kola district.

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

LGBTQ community in Iraq fears dark days ahead after anti-gay law

The new law makes biological sex change a crime, and punishes transgender people and doctors who perform gender-affirming surgery with up to three years in prison.

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Two Filipino women die from suffocation in UAE floods

Two women suffocated inside their vehicle during the flooding and one man died when his vehicle fell into a sinkhole.

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

WATCH: Dubai floods-Water is locked in due to lack of drainage system for storm water

Without drainage for excess water, authorities rely on pumping trucks to suck it up with giant hoses and drive it away.

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Turkey imposes trade restrictions on Israel over Gaza war

The new measures come a day after Turkey said Israel had blocked its attempt to airdrop aid to Gaza.

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Three UNESCO-protected buildings in Jeddah's historic district are transformed into luxury hotels

Jeddah's historic district is entering a new chapter, offering visitors a chance to experience its rich heritage in luxury.

Sarene Kloren|Published

Israel using starvation as weapon against Gaza, says UN

The UN said Israeli may be using starvation as a weapon against Gaza, with numerous authorities reporting the blocking of routes during aid delivery runs into the embattled territory.

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

World oil demand grows amid Red Sea shipping disruptions: IEA

The global oil demand is expected to rise sharply as the supply routed through the Red Sea has come under attack by Yemen’s Huthi Rebels who are protesting the Israel-Palestine war.

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published