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Suspect pleads guilty to deadly firebombing attack on pro-Israel rally in Colorado - UPI.com

1 of 2 | Mohamed Sabry Soliman, 45, is pictured in his mugshot released by the Boulder, Colo., Police Department. Soliman pleaded guilty Thursday. File Photo courtesy Boulder Police Department | License Photo May 7 (UPI) -- A man pleaded guilty Thursday to dozens of charges, including first-degree »»»

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Arab News 4m

How conflict, displacement and rising prices are pushing Lebanon toward acute food insecurity

BEIRUT: About one in four people in Lebanon are expected to face acute food insecurity this summer as Israel’s military campaign in the south enters its third month, deepening a humanitarian crisis in a country already reeling from economic collapse and dwindling aid. A new assessment by the Integr»»»

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France24 9m

Keeping the Lebanese army weak: A hardened US military doctrine at Israel's service

As Lebanon marks a month since “Black Wednesday”, when massive Israeli strikes killed 361 people, the international community continues to call on the Lebanese army to disarm Hezbollah. But the US legal imperative to ensure Israel has a “qualitative military edge” (QME) has kept the Lebanese milita»»»

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France24 12m

France's far-right Le Pen and Bardella court Israel, Germany envoys ahead of presidential vote

France's far-right leaders have met the ambassadors of Germany and Israel in recent months as their party, once deemed anti-Semitic, seeks to court foreign envoys in the run-up to next year's presidential elections. In recent months, Jordan Bardella has met Germany’s ambassador, while Marine Le Pen»»»

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Arab News 16m

IOC lifts Olympic ban on Belarus but Russia ‘still suspended’

LUASANNE: The IOC on Thursday lifted its ban on Belarusian athletes competing in the Olympics, although restrictions on Russian athletes remain in place. Competitors from Russia and their allies Belarus had been banned from international competition following Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine, alth»»»

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France24 22m

'Friendly and constructive': Rubio meets Pope Leo XIV in bid to ease tensions

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio paid a fence‑mending visit to the Vatican on Thursday, highlighting close ties between the two sides after President Donald Trump’s attacks on Pope Leo XIV over his opposition to the Iran war angered the Holy See and triggered an ongoing public spat.  The US S»»»

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France24 22m

WHO warns of 'limited' outbreak of hantavirus as countries move to contain spread

The World Health Organization said Thursday that more cases of the hantavirus could emerge but expected the outbreak to be "limited" if precautions are taken, after the disease killed three passengers from a cruise ship. Countries around the world moved on Thursday to contain the further spread of »»»

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The Peninsula 26m

Qatar establishes committee to facilitate visitor entry, Premium Residency applications via Hayya Platform

Doha: Qatar’s Cabinet has approved the establishment of the “Permanent Committee for Managing the Entry of Visitors and Applicants for Premium Residency in the State of Qatar (Hayya Platform)” under the Ministry of Interior. According to a decision published in the Official Gazette on May 7, 2026, »»»

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UPI 27m

Chile, Argentina report rise in deadly hantavirus cases - UPI.com

The Dutch cruise ship MV Hondius is anchored off the coast of the city of Praia on the island of Santiago, Cape Verde, on after Monday three people died onboard from an acute respiratory syndrome. The World Health Organization reported one confirmed case and five additional suspected cases of hanta»»»

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Arab News 34m

Gold gains as US-Iran peace hopes ease inflation concerns

Gold rose on ​Thursday on optimism over a potential US-Iran peace deal, easing concerns about inflation and prolonged higher interest rates, though gains were capped after a report said Tehran would not allow the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Spot gold was up 0.3 percent at $4,700.98 per ounce»»»

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Al Awsat 45m

Saudi Entertainment Becomes Strategic Driver of Economy

Over the past decade, Saudi Arabia’s entertainment sector has shifted from an activity with limited influence to one of the main drivers of economic diversification under Vision 2030. After years in which the sector was viewed as marginal or seasonal, it has become an integrated industry covering m»»»

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UPI 51m

U.S. Secretary of State Rubio, Pope Leo XIV meet at the Vatican - UPI.com

1 of 3 | Pope Leo XIV (L) talks with Secretary of State Marco Rubio during a private audience in Vatican City on Thursday. Photo courtesy Vatican Media/EPA May 7 (UPI) -- U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Thursday with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican, a moment of diplomacy in the wake of Presiden»»»

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Al Awsat 57m

Iran’s War in Iraq Reveals Militias’ Expanding Grip

“If you must fall, be a meteor.” The phrase was written on a mural inside Baghdad’s Green Zone. Beside it was a drawing of faceless fighters in helmets, carrying rifles. They looked ready to fight on several fronts. Senior officials and officers in Baghdad likely pass the mural on their way to gove»»»

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Al Awsat 57m

Trump Senior Adviser to Asharq Al-Awsat: No Military Solution in Sudan

Despite the complexity of the situation on the ground in Sudan, Washington still believes the de-escalation effort has a chance of succeeding. Massad Boulos, senior adviser to President Donald Trump for Arab and African affairs, believes there is no military solution to the conflict that has raged »»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 59m

Rate hikes beginning around the world because of fuel prices

Norway has become the first country to raise interest rates in response to rising fuel prices, signaling a possible global shift after years of rate cuts. Other central banks, including the European Central Bank, are also considering tighter monetary policy. Poland’s central bank, led by Adam Glapi»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 59m

Polish construction industry reeling from costs

Rising construction material prices are putting growing pressure on the profitability of Polish construction companies, whose margins already fell sharply in 2025 compared with 2024. Higher oil prices linked to tensions in the Middle East have pushed up the costs of asphalt, steel, aggregates, insu»»»

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Arab News 1h

Real Madrid’s Valverde hurt in dressing-room clash with Tchouameni, say club sources

MADRID: Real ‌Madrid’s simmering tensions spilled over on Thursday when Federico Valverde and Frenchman Aurelien Tchouameni were involved in a dressing-room fight that left the Uruguayan in hospital with a deep cut to the head, several club sources said. The incident unfolded at the club’s Valdebeb»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Trump says he would not pay $1,000 to watch US at World Cup

New York: President Donald Trump said in an interview published Thursday that he would not pay the $1,000-plus ticket price for the United States' first World Cup match, piling pressure on FIFA over its sky-high costs. "I did not know that number," the billionaire Trump told the New York Post, addi»»»

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UPI 1h

Tow truck driver in Canada goes viral for rescuing moose stuck in ice - UPI.com

A tow truck driver in Saskatchewan, Canada, used his truck to rescue a moose he found stuck in ice. Photo courtesy of Rebel Towing A tow truck driver in Saskatchewan, Canada, is going viral after turning an ordinary service call into a rescue for a stranded moose. Clint Gottinger, owner of Rebel To»»»

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UPI 1h

South Korea advances $3.5B offshore wind project bid - UPI.com

State utilities compete for North Jeolla Province project with domestic turbine supply likely Buses are parked at the World Scout Jamboree campsite in Saemangeum, near the planned offshore wind project area off the coast of Buan in North Jeolla Province, South Korea. Photo by LEE HYUN-WOO /EPA May »»»

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TAP 1h

EIB ready to consider projects tabled by Tunisia for investment , technical assistance ( Tsakiris)

Tunis, May 7 (TAP)- European Investment Bank (EIB) Vice-President Ioannis Tsakiris said as he met Thursday with Minister of Economy and Planning Samir Abdelhafidh there is readiness to consider projects tabled by Tunisia for investment or...»»»

Arab News 1h

Saudi entrepreneurs take center stage at Jeddah Beauty Show

JEDDAH: The ongoing Jeddah Beauty Show has transformed the Superdome into a showcase of makeup, skincare, fragrance and wellness innovations. Opening at the weekend and running until May 10, the event has brought together local and international brands, industry specialists and emerging entrepreneu»»»

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UPI 1h

Man arrested near home of ex-Prince Andrew - UPI.com

A man was arrested near the home of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor yesterday after he rushed the disgraced brother of King Charles III while he was walking his dogs, police said. File Photo by Julien Warnand/EPA May 7 (UPI) -- A man was arrested for public order offense and possession of a weapon near »»»

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UPI 1h

Mexico's Sheinbaum rejects Trump's criticism about drug cartels - UPI.com

She also urges Washington to recognize the severity of the U.S. drug consumption crisis and strengthen efforts to stop the illegal flow of firearms into Mexico. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, in her morning press conference Thursday, rejected criticism from the President Donald Trump over her»»»

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Gulf News 1h

UAE and France deepen strategic ties in landmark Abu Dhabi talks

Abu Dhabi: Building on the longstanding strategic partnership between the United Arab Emirates and the French Republic, and under the guidance of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and Emmanuel Macron, President of France, the 18th session of the UAE–France Strategic Dialogu»»»

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Arab News 1h

German tourist wins payout after sun lounger court battle

FRANKFURT: A German holidaymaker has won almost 1,000 euros in compensation after lodging a legal complaint about other tourists reserving all the sun loungers at his hotel with towels, a court said Thursday. He went on a package holiday costing over 7,000 euros with his family to the Greek island »»»

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Arab News 1h

Hundreds paid or seeking damages over Harrods Al-Fayed abuse complaints

LONDON: More than 75 survivors have been awarded “full compensation” for suffering sexual abuse at the hands of late Harrods owner Mohamed Al-Fayed, and nearly another 200 claims are being processed, a company scheme told AFP Thursday. “We can confirm that 259 survivors have entered the process, ma»»»

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Arab News 1h

Bangladesh and Pakistan renew rivalry in first Test

DHAKA: Bangladesh and Pakistan open their two-match Test series in Mirpur on Friday, with the hosts aiming to complete a remarkable double after their historic away whitewash in 2024. Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto has made no secret of his ambitions, insisting his side must post big firs»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

UK to summon China's ambassador after dissident spy case convictions

Joe Jackson London: Britain accused China on Thursday of breaching UK sovereignty and vowed to summon its ambassador after two Chinese-British dual nationals were convicted of spying on Hong Kong dissidents on Beijing's behalf. A London jury found the pair -- a retired Hong Kong policeman and a for»»»

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Arab News 1h

UK police officers probed over handling of Al-Fayed complaints

London - GBRLondon, May 7, 2026 (AFP) - - A serving officer with London's Metropolitan Police and four ex-officers are being investigated for their handling of sexual abuse allegations against former Harrods owner Mohamed Al-Fayed, a watchdog said Thursday.The probe centres on the quality of police»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Lusail SC unveils 2026-2030 strategy after historic top flight promotion

Doha, Qatar: Qatar's Lusail SC has launched a new five-year strategy aimed at developing sporting talent and strengthening institutional growth, following the football team's historic promotion to the country's top division. The strategy for 2026-2030 was unveiled during a ceremony in Doha on Thurs»»»

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Sputnik 2h

US Plans to Restart Project Freedom This Week - Reports

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - The United States is looking to restart Project Freedom this week after Saudi Arabia and Kuwait lifted restrictions on US access to military bases and airspace, The Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday. On Sunday evening, US President Donald Trump announced Project Freedo»»»

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Arab News 2h

Algeria turn to ‘retired’ goalkeeper after injuries deplete World Cup choices

ALGIERS: Algeria face a goalkeeping crisis for the ‌World Cup that they are hoping to alleviate with the return of a player from retirement. Oussama Benbot, retired from the national team after being an unused substitute at the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco at the end of the year, could prove th»»»

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Arab News 2h

Islamabad, Tehran discuss diplomatic efforts amid hopes of US-Iran peace deal 

ISLAMABAD: The foreign ministers of Pakistan and Iran discussed diplomatic efforts to promote peace in the region, Pakistan’s foreign office said on Thursday, amid hopes that a peace agreement between Washington and Tehran would end months of fighting that have disrupted global shipping lines and d»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

US urges Iran to free ailing Nobel winner Mohammadi

Washington, United States: The United States on Thursday urged Iran to free jailed Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi after her supporters warned she was at risk of dying in custody. Mohammadi, 54, a human rights activist who has spent much of the past two decades behind bars, is believed to»»»

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UPI 2h

Karoline Leavitt gives birth to daughter Viviana - UPI.com

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt holds her last press briefing before maternity leave at the White House in Washington on April 27. She gave birth to her second child May 1. Photo by Yuri Gripas/UPI | License Photo May 7 (UPI) -- White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt announced Th»»»

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Gulf News 2h

He was teaching CPR — then his students used it to save him

Dubai: It began as a lesson in saving lives — and suddenly became a real-life emergency. At a training class in Appleton, emergency medical instructor Karl Arps was demonstrating the signs of cardiac distress to students when he unexpectedly went into cardiac arrest — collapsing in front of the ver»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Hamas Considers Temporarily Suspending Ceasefire Negotiations

Two Hamas sources told Asharq Al-Awsat the group’s leadership is weighing a temporary suspension of negotiations, citing what one source called “Israel’s lack of seriousness” in taking any steps to stop “its crimes and daily killings in Gaza.” Talks on the Gaza ceasefire agreement, which took effec»»»

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Kathimerini 2h

Elderly woman in wheelchair dies after Kifissia elevator accident

An 85-year-old woman who used a wheelchair died on Thursday afternoon after becoming trapped inside an elevator at the apartment building where she lived in Kifissia, northern Athens. The circumstances surrounding the accident remain unclear. According to initial reports, the woman’s wheelchair bec»»»

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Sana 2h

Syria returns to global payments network via Mastercard after 15 years hiatus

Damascus, May.7 ( SANA) Mastercard announced the completion of the necessary technical procedures to process international bank card transactions within Syria, a first in over 15 years, paving the way for reconnecting the Syrian market to the global payments network. This step enables point-of-sale»»»

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Arab News 2h

The World Cup will be missing some star players as injuries mount before the big kickoff

DUBAI: Kylian Mbappé is sidelined with a hamstring injury. Lamine Yamal is out for the rest of the season and so is Brazil star Estêvão. There was also a scare when Mohamed Salah hurt his hamstring recently. Injuries to some of soccer’s biggest names are mounting ahead of the World Cup which starts»»»

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Arab News 2h

Dutch schedule final World Cup warm-up game against Uzbekistan

AMSTERDAM: The Netherlands will conclude their World Cup preparations with a friendly international against Uzbekistan in New York on June 8, the Dutch football association said on Thursday. The match will be played at the ‌Icahn Stadium ‌with a 1445 local ‌kick-off ⁠time. The Dutch have ⁠already a»»»

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Arab News 2h

Pakistan Air Force says downed eight Indian fighter jets during May 2025 conflict

ISLAMABAD: A senior Pakistan Air Force (PAF) official said on Thursday that the PAF had downed eight Indian fighter jets during the brief military conflict between the two sides in May last year, stressing that Islamabad had not lost a single aircraft during the skirmishes. Pakistani and Indian mil»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

An Imaginary Archaeological Site Evokes the Fragility of Memory in the Saudi Pavilion at Venice

In the Saudi Pavilion at the Venice Biennale, a Saudi artist of Palestinian origin, Dana Awartani, takes us on an immersive journey to discover an artistic map of archaeological and historical landmarks destroyed by war. It is not a geographical map, but rather a magnificent mosaic composed of thou»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

IMF warns of 'inevitable' AI-powered threats to global financial system

Washington, United States: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) warned on Thursday of the risks to global financial stability posed by cyberattacks powered by advanced artificial intelligence tools, calling for greater international cooperation on the issue. "IMF analysis suggests that extreme cyb»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

GCC urges international action to protect energy security, global supply chains

Riyadh: GCC Secretary-General Jassem Mohammed Al Budaiwi called for concerted international efforts to protect energy security and take the necessary measures to ensure the stability of supply chains, safeguard the continuity of international maritime navigation, and achieve global food security. A»»»

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Tanjug 3h

Djedovic Handanovic: Serbia not satisfied with MOL proposal, remains committed to talks

BELGRADE - Serbian Minister of Mining and Energy Dubravka Djedovic Handanovic said on Thursday the Serbian side was not satisfied with a proposal received from Hungary's MOL earlier in the day, but that Serbia remained committed to continuing talks with MOL on its acquisition of a Russian majority »»»

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Al Awsat 3h

IMF Warns of 'Inevitable' AI-powered Threats to Global Financial System

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) warned on Thursday of the risks to global financial stability posed by cyberattacks powered by advanced artificial intelligence tools, calling for greater international cooperation on the issue. "IMF analysis suggests that extreme cyber-incident losses could tr»»»

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RT 3h

Ukraine is not a brothel, except when it makes for a good political protest

Yellow and blue smoke rose, and out of it appeared a pair of breasts with “RUSSIA KILLS” written across bare skin. The performance was optimized for the press preview circuit, providing free self-pleasuring material for the Ukrainian-flags-in-bio crowd and their patriarchy-fighting-for-easy-body-ac»»»

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UPI 3h

17 injured, hundreds of homes damaged after tornado outbreak in Mississippi - UPI.com

At least 17 people were injured after more than a dozen tornadoes were reported across Mississippi late Monday night, leaving widespread damage in multiple counties and prompting large-scale emergency response efforts. Gov. Tate Reeves said early assessments show significant destruction, particular»»»

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