US partially resumes avocado inspections in Mexico
Mexico City: The United States announced on Friday that it will partially resume inspections of avocado producers in Mexico's Michoacan state, two days after suspending imports of the fruit over security concerns. Michoacan is a hotspot of fighting between crime gangs, which have diversified into e»»»
Priorities for a new Hungarian foreign policy are set out
What is underway at the Hungarian Institute of International Affairs may prove to be more than a simple change of leadership: it could amount to a restructuring that reaches to the institution’s foundations. The institute has been transferred from the Prime Minister’s Office back to the Ministry of»»»
Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC): The United States and the Israeli entity failed to achieve their objectives in the war against Iran - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC): The United States and the Israeli entity failed to achieve their objectives in the war against Iran »»»
Strong labour market underpins US economic resilience: QNB
Doha, Qatar: Qatar National Bank (QNB) said the US economy continues to demonstrate resilience in the face of current domestic and external pressures, despite a moderation in the labour market and increased economic uncertainty. In its weekly commentary, the bank said the moderation in the pace of »»»
FAO reports rise in global food prices driven by higher crop costs
Rome: The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) announced on Friday that its Food Price Index averaged 131.1 points in July, up 0.6 percent from June. In a statement, the organization said the increase was driven by higher prices for cereals, sugar, and vegetable oils, despite decl»»»
IRGC: Foreign media acknowledged Trump’s defeat thanks to the revolutionary media’s efforts to counter enemy disinformation - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe IRGC: Foreign media acknowledged Trump’s defeat thanks to the revolutionary media’s efforts to counter enemy disinformation 08-08-2026 09:2»»»
US stock indexes close higher, S&P 500 hits record high
New York: Major US stock indexes closed higher on Friday, with the S&P 500 reaching a record high as investors responded to weaker-than-expected US jobs data that reduced expectations of a Federal Reserve interest rate hike in September. The S&P 500 rose 46.48 points, or 0.60%, to close at 7,756.44»»»
Air traffic control staff shortage causes 2nd day of delays at Sydney Airport
Sydney, Australia: Passengers at Sydney Airport were warned of flight disruptions for the second consecutive day on Saturday amid widespread delays caused by an air services staff shortage. More than 150 domestic and international flights out of Sydney were delayed from 7am Australian Eastern Stand»»»
US pledges $1 billion security aid to Colombia as Trump-endorsed president takes office
The US State Department announced late Friday that President Donald Trump's administration plans toprovide $1 billion in security assistance to Colombia as the country's new right-wing President Abelardo De La Espriella was sworn into office. De la Espriella, who calls himself »»»
EU tells Meta, TikTok to boost monitoring, fact-checking
Brussels, Belgium: The EU's tech chief called on Meta and TikTok to "act decisively" to stem disinformation at times of crisis, saying the European Commission held talks with both platforms Friday following last week's Ceuta migrant surge. A wave of social media disinformation is believed to have p»»»
Empty beaches and 'unbearable stench': Mexico wages war on sargassum weeds
Puerto Morelos, Mexico: A small skiff moves through a stinking carpet of sargassum, dragging what looks like a threshing machine through the brown, floating seaweed choking the normally clear waters of the Mexican Caribbean. A round-the-clock defense is underway against the invasion in Mexico's int»»»
What to know about Trump's new attempt to limit birthright citizenship
The Trump administration is once again trying to limit who can become an American, with a pair of executive orders issued this week that attempt to place restrictions on birthright citizenship and on foreigners who give birth in the US. A Supreme Court decision in June struck down a previous attemp»»»
Colombia's new president vows to 'defeat narco-terrorists'
Cali, Colombia: Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella vowed to restore order and eradicate "narco-terrorists" in a fiery first speech as leader on Friday. The millionaire flew by helicopter to address soldiers in a military garrison after his inauguration in the southwestern city of Cali. Hi»»»
US General Caine warns Trump advisers airpower won't defeat Iran, seeks off-ramp as weapon stockpiles dwindle: Report
Washington, DC: Chairman of the Joint Chiefs General Dan Caine has spent recent weeks privately advising top US President Donald Trump administration officials that the United States must seek an "off-ramp" from the conflict with Iran. Citing sources familiar with the matter, CNN reported that Cain»»»
Nocturnal 'coffee frog' discovered in Costa Rica
Costa Rica: A tiny greenish, noctural frog that thrives in coffee plantations has been discovered in the Costa Rica's central Pacific region, where it also faces risks from agrochemicals used in farming. Measuring less than four centimeters and known as the "spring frog," AFP reporters observed the»»»
Rybakina advances while Andreeva exits at Toronto
Toronto, Canada: Reigning Australian Open champion Elena Rybakina advanced to the fourth round of the WTA Toronto Masters on Friday while French Open winner Mirra Andreeva was eliminated by Canada's Leylah Fernandez. World number two Rybakina from Kazakhstan defeated American 28th seed Ann Li 6-2, »»»
'Water batteries' for the Philippines? 5 things to know
Manila: The Philippines is entering an unusual phase of its energy transition. It is adding solar and wind power at a pace that could eventually transform the electricity system, while at the same time confronting one of the oldest problems in power generation: What happens when the sun stops shini»»»
Why is it a problem if Péter Magyar decides who can lead Hungary's public media?
Péter Magyar’s intervention in two public media appointments has caused debate over the independence of Hungary’s state broadcaster. The independence of Hungary’s public media has been one of the country’s most sensitive political issues ever since the democratic transition of 1989–90. Following th»»»
Hot air balloons paint the Bristol sky at annual fiesta
Dubai: Hot air balloons filled the skies over Bristol in western England as the annual Bristol International Balloon Fiesta got underway. A spectacular mass ascent at dawn saw balloons rising above the city, creating a colourful display for spectators on the ground. The popular event, one of Europe»»»
South Korea security chief meets new U.S. ambassador - UPI.com
Wi Sung-lac and Michelle Steel discuss ways to strengthen alliance amid security, trade and investment issues New US Ambassador to South Korea Michelle Steel (C), accompanied by her husband, lawyer Shawn Steel (L), arrives at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Seoul, South Korea, 04 August 2026. Ph»»»
Entrepreneurs sue Bishkek City Hall over pavilion demolition - | 24.KG
Pavilion owners in Bishkek’s 12th microdistrict have filed lawsuits in the district court and with the prosecutor’s office, challenging the City Hall’s decision to dismantle their retail outlets. The entrepreneurs are currently awaiting the court’s decision. They also met with members of the Bishke»»»
Government waives farm fees, expands cancer screening and bans circus animals
The government also made decisions on strengthening the independence of the agricultural chamber, the election process for the president and deputies of the National Asset Recovery and Asset Protection Office (NVVH), measures to ensure the transparency of public funds, free driving licence acquisit»»»
Food prices fall again, while service inflation refuses to ease
Consumer prices were 1.2% higher on average in July 2026 than a year earlier. Compared to June, prices were cut by 0.1%. In 12 months, compared to July 2025 food prices decreased by 1.1% (and by 4.4% excluding food and beverage serving services), within which the price of buffet products, cup of co»»»
Chinese MFA Blasts Japan's Nuclear Ambitions as 'Playing With Fire'
Recent statements by the Japanese government violate the three non-nuclear principles and reveal the right-wing influence on its politics, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian said. The Japanese authorities must stop "gambling with the future of more than 100 million Japanese people" and lis»»»
'Our children are suffering': Sri Lankan mother in UAE appeals for help as debt crisis and legal troubles tear family apart
Dubai: "The only reason why I have not given up and still have hope is because of my children," said Raziya Razick, a Sri Lankan expatriate who has called the UAE home for the past decade. Razick and her family are grappling with legal dues, the result of a series of setbacks that began when she lo»»»
Democrats try to present a united front in Michigan after bitter primary
DETROIT: Michigan Democrats on Friday urged voters to rally behind their statewide candidates, three days after a bitter US Senate contest highlighted divisions between the progressive and moderate wings of the party. A slate of nominees and other notable Democrats spoke to a crowd of more than 1,0»»»
Exodus: West Bank hardships drive out Palestinian Christians
RAMALLAH, Palestinian Territories: Palestinian Christians call themselves “living stones” and say they have lived continuously in the Holy Land for the last 2,000 years. Maybe not for much longer, believes Reverend Mitri Raheb. “If the current conditions continue, there will not be a single Palesti»»»
The humble burrito causes indigestion for Trump’s party
WASHINGTON: Debate over the price of a burrito is causing indigestion for President Donald Trump’s Republican Party, which fears being punished for the high cost of living in November’s midterm elections. The Mexican specialty — rice, beans, meat and other toppings wrapped in a tortilla — is belove»»»
Exodus: West Bank hardships drive out Palestinian Christians
RAMALLAH, Palestinian Territories: Palestinian Christians call themselves “living stones” and say they have lived continuously in the Holy Land for the last 2,000 years. Maybe not for much longer, believes Reverend Mitri Raheb. “If the current conditions continue, there will not be a single Palesti»»»
From eating food from the trash to owning a restaurant: How this Filipino expat found success by taking a chance in the UAE
Dubai: There was a time when hunger dictated Jenifer Segalowitz’s life. One afternoon after returning home from school in the Philippines, she discovered there was nothing left to eat. Hungry and exhausted, she accepted a piece of fried chicken that had already been thrown into the trash after her »»»
MP Bou Assi urges Christians to return to Mount Lebanon:” Solidifies Druze-Christian reconciliation” – Ya Libnan
Share: MP Pierre Bou Assi, a member of the “Strong Republic” parliamentary bloc, noted that the “Mountain Reconciliation” took place ten years after the Taif Agreement and posed a challenge to the Syrian occupation. He argued that it is a mistake to view this reconciliation merely as a destination;»»»
Justice Alito confirms he will return for another Supreme Court term - UPI.com
Justice Samuel Alito said he is committed to returning for another term at the Supreme Court. His retirement had been widely rumored after a mistaken NPR report. File Photo by Jacquelyn Martin/UPI | License Photo Aug. 7 (UPI) -- Justice Samuel Alito said Friday in a rare interview that he is commit»»»
Teaching children to outsmart the algorithm
Hidden accounts, secretive messages or covert contacts are usually discovered by accident, not design. An unlocked phone or an unexpected notification may reveal a second profile, showing a child’s alter-ego unknown to their parent. This does not reflect poor parenting. Instead, it shows that secre»»»
Teen dressed as clown charged with random slaying of man at bus stop - UPI.com
Authorities in Illinois have charged a 15-year-old boy with the random knife slaying of a man waiting for a bus while dressed in a clown costume. File Photo by Justin Lane/EPA-EFE Aug. 7 (UPI) -- A 15-year-old boy has been charged with randomly stabbing a man to death at a southern Illinois bus sto»»»
Turkey, Saudi, Pakistan: Attack on one nation deemed an attack on all
Pakistan, Turkey and Saudi Arabia have signed a mutual defence agreement, under which an armed attack on any one of the three countries will be treated as an attack on all. The pact comes as Saudi Arabia seeks to diversify its security partnerships after repeated attacks on its critical infrastruct»»»
Firefighting helicopter crashes while responding to Utah wildfire - UPI.com
Brian Curtis, deputy managing director for investigations, speaks at a hearing at the National Transportation Safety Board, which is investigating a helicopter that crashed while responding to a wildfire in Utah. File Photo by Alex Wong/UPI | License Photo Aug. 7 (UPI) -- A firefighting helicopter »»»
U.S. Senate passes bill to impose new sanctions on Russia
Washington, Aug. 7 (SANA) The U.S. Senate on Friday passed a bill imposing new sanctions on Russia, primarily targeting its energy revenues, with broad bipartisan support, according to the Associated Press. The bill, approved by a vote of 86 to 11, aims to penalize countries that continue to purcha»»»
Colombia’s new president takes office in ceremony in Cali highlighting hard line on armed groups
BOGOTA, Colombia: Conservative Abelardo de la Espriella was sworn in as Colombia’s president Friday, not in the capital as is the tradition, but in the volatile southwestern city of Cali in a move meant to signal his hard-line approach to illegal armed groups operating in the region. De la Espriell»»»
EU tells Meta, TikTok to boost monitoring, fact-checking
BRUSSELS: The EU’s tech chief called on Meta and TikTok to “act decisively” to stem disinformation at times of crisis, saying the European Commission held talks with both platforms Friday following last week’s Ceuta migrant surge. A wave of social media disinformation is believed to have played a l»»»
US Senate passes Russia sanctions championed by Graham; US House next
WASHINGTON: The U.S. Senate easily passed sweeping Russia sanctions legislation on Friday, advancing a long-delayed measure backed by late Senator Lindsey Graham and setting the stage for consideration by the House of Representatives within weeks. Graham, a South Carolina Republican who died last »»»
How Chef Nabhan Al Ali is preserving Emirati flavours and memories in Dubai
Dubai: The warmth of your mother's hands as she kneads the dough. The aroma of bread baking before sunrise. The crackle of spices blooming in hot Emirati ghee. Long before recipes are written down or traditions are spoken about, this is where a cuisine truly begins. For Chef Nabhan Al Ali, Executiv»»»
ING: Hungarian economy takes a summer breather as industry and retail disappoint
Economic activity data for June confirmed what we saw in the second quarter GDP data: as summer arrived, the Hungarian economy went on holiday. Both industry and retail sector growth rates came in lower than expected, but we are still optimistic about the future. The Hungarian »»»
FAA orders inspections of Boeing 737 Max jets due to cracks - UPI.com
The Federal Aviation Administration on Thursday ordered inspections of hundreds of Boeing 737 Max jets due to reports of cracks near doorways. File Photo by Cityswift/Flickr Aug. 7 (UPI) -- The Federal Aviation Administration on Thursday ordered inspections of hundreds of Boeing 737 Max jets. The F»»»
Bulgaria to Have New Minehunter by Year-End
By the end of this year, the Bulgarian Naval Forces will have another minehunter, said Rear Admiral Kiril Mihaylov, Commander of the Bulgarian Naval Forces, in his address to the people attending the official awards ceremony for military personnel and civilians here on Friday. He specified that, un»»»
As much as 170 km of Polish coast under new supervision
Poland has restored the Maritime Office in Słupsk six years after it was abolished, giving it responsibility for about 170 km of Baltic coastline from Dźwirzyno to Łeba, including the Port of Kołobrzeg. The Ministry of Infrastructure says the move is intended to strengthen Central Pomerania and sup»»»
After centuries in India, the last Cochin Jews try to keep their history alive
KOCHI, India: As the sun set over Kochi’s historic Jew Town neighborhood, Keith Hallegua donned a gray kippah and began a solitary walk to the synagogue at the end of his cobbled street. It was Shavuot, the Jewish holiday commemorating God giving the Torah to Moses. Hallegua reached the 458-year-ol»»»
Political struggle of far-right ally Smotrich shows faultline in Netanyahu coalition
BEIT EL, West Bank: Israel’s far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich faces a fight for political survival in elections in October after angering his fellow West Bank settlers by voting not to punish ultra-Orthodox Jews who refuse to serve in the military. The political travails of Smotrich are»»»
US sanctions Iran-linked crypto exchanges and shadow banking networks
LONDON: The United States announced sanctions on Friday targeting crypto exchanges and shadow banking networks used by Iran to launder billions of dollars. The announcements were the latest effort by Washington to squeeze Iran’s finances with its “Economic Fury” campaign, which was launched alongsi»»»
World Bank approves $100 million grant to modernize Syria’s financial sector
LONDON: The World Bank on Friday approved a $100 million grant to help the Syrian Arab Republic build a modern, secure and digitally enabled financial sector. The grant from the International Development Association will finance the Syria Financial Sector Modernization Project, which aims to make t»»»
Palestinian patients face mounting barriers to care in West Bank as NGOs struggle to fill widening gap
LONDON: Sujood Faroun, 29, a mother of two young children, suffered cardiac arrest in late July as an ambulance rushed her toward a hospital in Ramallah. But at the edge of her hometown of Sinjil, the ambulance encountered a closed Israeli army gate guarded by soldiers. Her husband pleaded for help»»»