The Peninsula 10m

Indian Embassy issues advisory on travel from Qatar via land border

Doha, Qatar: The Indian Embassy in Doha stated that it is currently coordinating the departure of its nationals who wish to travel to India via the Abu Samra land border. The embassy shared a link for such nationals to register, noting that it will take 48 hours to obtain necessary approvals. It li»»»

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UPI 11m

Russian attacks on Kyiv kill 4, injure at least 15 - UPI.com

Ukrainian experts inspect a shell crater at the site of a Russian strike in Brovary near Kyiv, Ukraine, on Saturday amid the Russian invasion. Photo by Sergey Dolzhenko/EPA March 14 (UPI) -- Russian attacks on Kyiv overnight left at least four people dead and 15 injured, Ukrainian President Volodym»»»

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Gulf News 12m

Abu Dhabi steps up drive to prepare residents for emergencies

Abu Dhabi authorities have stepped up efforts to strengthen public awareness of emergency response procedures as part of a wider initiative aimed at improving community preparedness. The Emergencies, Crises and Disasters Management Centre Abu Dhabi (ADCMC) is currently implementing the second phase»»»

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Al Awsat 31m

Mohammed bin Salman in Nine Years: Domestic Growth and Global Engagement

Nine years have passed since the royal decree issued by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz, appointing Prince Mohammed bin Salman as crown prince. The prince’s presence in a leadership role that reflects the pulse and ambitions of Saudi youth, alongside the guidance of»»»

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Al Manar 35m

At 14:00 on Saturday, March 14, 2026, Islamic Resistance fighters targeted the Liman settlement with a rocket barrage: statement 26 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe At 14:00 on Saturday, March 14, 2026, Islamic Resistance fighters targeted the Liman settlement with a rocket barrage: statement 26 14-03-2»»»

BBC 39m

Kennedy Center head steps down after tumultuous year

Ric Grenell, a close ally of President Donald Trump, is stepping down from his role as the head of Kennedy Center, after a tumultuous year at the iconic performing arts venue. In a post on Truth Social, Trump announced that Grenell will be replaced by Matt Floca, the centre's vice president of faci»»»

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The Peninsula 42m

Have trouble falling or staying asleep? Try cognitive shuffling

When Luc Beaudoin was in college, he was having trouble falling asleep. Beaudoin was studying cognitive science and psychology, so he started experimenting on himself, and he developed a method that consciously copies what the brain seems to do naturally as we doze off. "If you wake people up as th»»»

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Al Manar 47m

At 15:30 on Saturday, March 14, 2026, Islamic Resistance fighters targeted the settlement of Hanita with a rocket barrage: statement 24 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe At 15:30 on Saturday, March 14, 2026, Islamic Resistance fighters targeted the settlement of Hanita with a rocket barrage: statement 24 14-»»»

Al Awsat 56m

German Philosopher Jurgen Habermas Dies Age 96

The German philosopher Jurgen Habermas has died, a spokesperson for his publishing house, Suhrkamp Verlag, told AFP on Saturday. He died at the age of 96 in Starnberg, in southern Germany, she said, citing information from the family of the politically engaged theorist. Habermas was considered the »»»

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Al Awsat 56m

Dinosaur Fossils in Brazil Reveal New Giant Species

Brazilian scientists have identified a new species of giant dinosaur with ties to a similar animal found in Spain, reinforcing knowledge that land routes once connected parts of South America, Africa and Europe about 120 million years ago. Named Dasosaurus tocantinensis, the species is one of the b»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Israel Threatens to Strike Ambulances in Lebanon in Hezbollah Fighting

The Israeli military warned on Saturday that it may strike ambulances and medical facilities which it said were being used unlawfully by Hezbollah in Lebanon, though it did not provide evidence for the claim. "As part of its terrorist activities, Hezbollah is using ambulances extensively for milita»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Trump urges other nations to send ships to secure Hormuz

US President Donald Trump on Saturday urged other nations to send ships to help secure the Strait of Hormuz, the critical chokepoint for global oil supplies disrupted by the Mideast war. Trump, who has said the United States will soon start escorting tankers through the strait, posted on Truth Soci»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Trump Urges other Nations to Send Ships to Secure Hormuz

US President Donald Trump on Saturday urged other nations to send ships to help secure the Strait of Hormuz, the critical chokepoint for global oil supplies disrupted by the Mideast war. Trump, who has said the United States will soon start escorting tankers through the strait, posted on Truth Soci»»»

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Naharnet 1h

Report: Israel changes stance on Lebanon talks after US request

The file of negotiations with Lebanon has made some progress, with the U.S. administration asking Israel to positively respond to Lebanon's negotiations overture and to explore the Lebanese proposal for halting the war, LBCI's correspondent in Israel, Amal Shehadeh, said on Saturday. Shehadeh added»»»

Naharnet 1h

Israeli and Lebanese envoys to reportedly meet abroad in coming days

Israeli and Lebanese envoys are expected to meet for talks in the coming days and U.S. envoy Jared Kushner is leading the effort on Washington's behalf, Israel's Haaretz daily reported on Friday, quoting two sources familiar with the matter. One source said former Israeli minister Ron Dermer, whom »»»

TAP 1h

Tunisia wins second prize for Best Pavilion at International Tourism Fair in Prague

Tunis, March 14, 2026 (TAP) – Tunisia won second place for Best Pavilion at the International Tourism Fair held in Prague, Czech Republic, from March 12 to 14, 2026. This achievement highlights the effectiveness of Tunisia’s promotional efforts in...»»»

RT 1h

More countries pick sides in genocide case against Israel

Several more states have moved to take part in the Gaza genocide case at the UN’s top court, deepening international divisions over Israel’s military campaign in the Palestinian enclave, according to the International Court of Justice (ICJ). The case, brought by South Africa in December 2023 amid a»»»

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Kathimerini 1h

Athens Metro Line 2 to end service earlier during nighttime works

Several central stations on Athens Metro Line 2 will close earlier than usual during nighttime hours as of Sunday to allow rail replacement works and the installation of a 5G network, the system’s operator said. According to STASY, Omonia, Panepistimio, Syntagma and Acropolis stations will close at»»»

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UPI 1h

Jewish school explosion in Amsterdam was 'targeted attack,' mayor says - UPI.com

Police investigate the scene following an overnight explosion at a Jewish school in the Buitenveldert district of Amsterdam, the Netherlands, on Saturday. Photo by Michel Van Bergen/EPA March 14 (UPI) -- An explosion early Saturday at a Jewish school in Amsterdam was a "targeted attack" fueled by a»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

Qatar strongly condemns second attack targeting UAE consulate in Iraqi Kurdistan

DOHA: The State of Qatar expressed its strong condemnation and denunciation of the attack that targeted, for the second time, the Consulate General of the sisterly United Arab Emirates in Iraqi Kurdistan. Qatar considered the attack a reprehensible act that constitutes a flagrant violation of inter»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Middle East turmoil revives Norway push for Arctic drilling

Oslo:Already the continent's biggest single supplier of natural gas since Russia invaded Ukraine, Norway is hoping to use the Middle East war to get European Union blessing to drill in the Arctic. The European Commission is revising its Arctic strategy, which has since 2021 committed the EU to work»»»

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RT 2h

The EU never learns – except for the wrong lessons

Some observers of the current EU ‘elites’, including this author, used to believe that their defining feature – apart from things such as complicity in genocide and wars of aggression with Israel and the US, bigoted xenophobia about Russia and China, and, of course, pervasive corruption – was an ab»»»

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RT 2h

Cuba confirms talks with US amid energy crisis

Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel has confirmed that officials in Havana are holding talks with the administration of US President Donald Trump, as the island grapples with a deepening energy crisis and widespread blackouts. The contacts come amid mounting economic pressure on the Caribbean nation,»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Qatar strongly condemns second attack targeting UAE Consulate in Kurdistan Region of Iraq

Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar expressed its strong condemnation and denunciation of the attack that targeted the Consulate General of the sisterly United Arab Emirates in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq for the second time. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in a statement, said that Qatar considered »»»

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Al Majalla 2h

How war in Iran is impacting Armenia and Azerbaijan

The launch of US-Israeli airstrikes against Iran on 28 February led to a response by the Islamic Republic that has drawn in more than a dozen countries. Less than a week into the conflict, Azerbaijan became one of them. Iran and Azerbaijan share a border, and Azerbaijan has good relations with the »»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Palestinians Say Five Injured in Israeli Settler West Bank Attack

Israeli settlers injured five Palestinians, including two with gunshot wounds, in a fresh attack against a village in the occupied West Bank, a Palestinian official said Saturday, while the military reported a 'violent confrontation' in the area. Palestinian news agency WAFA said a group of settler»»»

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UPI 2h

President Donald Trump says U.S. 'totally obliterated' military targets on Kharg Island - UPI.com

Drivers buy gas at a Shell station in Palo Alto, Calif., on Friday. AAA said U.S. gasoline prices have risen by 23% in reaction to the war in Iran. Photo by Terry Schmitt/UPI | License Photo March 14 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump announced that U.S. forces "totally obliterated" every military tar»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Canadian, German and Norway leaders reaffirm commitment to Arctic security

Canadian, German and Norwegian leaders on Friday reaffirmed their commitment to Arctic security, which has come under strain, while visiting troops at a large NATO exercise. "We are fully prepared, individually and collectively, to defend the Arctic and the High North," Canadian Prime Minister Mark»»»

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Al Awsat 3h

Iranian Official Says Kharg Oil Exports 'Normal', after US Strikes

Oil export operations from Iran's Kharg island in the Gulf were proceeding as normal Saturday after US strikes on the crude export hub which caused no casualties, a regional official said. Activities of oil companies "at this export terminal are continuing as normal", said Ehsan Jahaniyan, deputy g»»»

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Al Awsat 3h

Trump Seeks to Close $1.6 trillion Revenue Gap with Raft of New Tariffs

The Trump administration this week stepped up its ambitious effort to replace about $1.6 trillion in lost tariff revenue that was eliminated by the Supreme Court's decision to strike down a range of the president's import taxes. Recovering that lost revenue, which the White House was counting on to»»»

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Kathimerini 3h

Thessaloniki stabbing suspect charged with murder

The 23-year-old suspect in last week’s fatal stabbing of a 20-year-old man in the Kalamaria district of Thessaloniki has been formally charged with intentional homicide, illegal possession of a weapon and weapon use, authorities said Saturday. The suspect turned himself in at the Thessaloniki polic»»»

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24 News Agency 3h

New university building under construction in Talas - | 24.KG

A new five-story academic building for Talas State University is being constructed in the city of Talas. The project is being implemented on the instructions of the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov. In spring 2025 the university’s staff appealed to the presidential plenipotentiary representat»»»

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24 News Agency 3h

Kasymaliev inspects construction of key roads in Issyk-Kul region - | 24.KG

During a working visit to Issyk-Kul region, Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan Adylbek Kasymaliev inspected the construction and reconstruction projects of several roads in the region. The Cabinet Chairman inspected the construction of Karakol — Enilchek road. According to the recon»»»

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Gulf News 3h

UAE strongly condemns targeting of its Consulate General in Kurdistan Region of Iraq

Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned and denounced the unprovoked terrorist drone attack that targeted the UAE Consulate General in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq for the second time in a week. The attack resulted in injuries to two security personnel and damage to the consulate»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

US, Ecuador sign trade deal cutting tariff rates

Quito: The United States and Ecuador have agreed to reduce tariff rates between the two nations, officials said, as countries seek to navigate US President Donald Trump's sweeping tariff campaign. The agreement was signed on Friday in Washington by US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and Ecuador»»»

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Al Awsat 3h

Son of Ousted Shah Says Ready for Iran Transition 'Under My Leadership'

The exiled son of Iran's last shah who was ousted by the 1979 revolution said on Saturday he was ready to lead a transition "as soon as the Islamic Republic falls". In a message on his social media channels, US-based Reza Pahlavi said he had already been working to select individuals both inside an»»»

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24 News Agency 3h

Sadyr Japarov meets with UIM President Raffaele Chiulli - | 24.KG

President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov met withRaffaele Chiulli, President of the Union Internationale Motonautique (UIM), on March 14. The presidential press service reported. At the meeting, the parties discussed developing cooperation in powerboating and the possibility of holding competitions un»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Two India-bound ships cross Strait of Hormuz: Shipping ministry

New Delhi: Two Indian-flagged tankers carrying liquefied petroleum gas bound for ports in the country's west crossed the Strait of Hormuz, the South Asian country's shipping ministry said Saturday. “They crossed the Strait of Hormuz early morning safely and are en route to India,” Rajesh Kumar Sinh»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Middle East turmoil revives Norway push for Arctic drilling

Already the continent's biggest single supplier of natural gas since Russia invaded Ukraine, Norway is hoping to use the Middle East war to get European Union blessing to drill in the Arctic. The European Commission is revising its Arctic strategy, which has since 2021 committed the EU to work towa»»»

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Naharnet 3h

Hezbollah's 'existential' war against Israel could be its last

Hezbollah suffered heavy losses in a war with Israel more than a year ago, but the Iran-backed group has now regrouped only to end up fighting what it has called an "existential battle" and which some warn could be its last. Lebanon was drawn into the Middle East war last week when the militant gro»»»

Sputnik 3h

Gas Reserves in European Storage Facilities Hit Season Low of 29.1% - Gazprom

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Gas reserves in European underground storage facilities (UGS) have reached their lowest level since the start of the withdrawal season at 29.1%, Russian gas giant Gazprom stated on Saturday. "Gas withdrawal from European underground storage facilities continues, according to Gas »»»

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RT 3h

Germany would be top destination for Iranians fleeing war – report

Most Iranians fleeing the war, should the US and Israel choose to continue their aggression, would likely head for Germany, a Berlin-based research institute has predicted. The continued unrest in the country with a population of over 90 million has sparked concerns of mass migration flows to the E»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Flight cancelled? Here’s what OFWs travelling to the Middle East should do

Dubai: Overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) travel regularly between the Philippines and the Middle East to return to their jobs. However, flight cancellations can disrupt these journeys, especially during unprecedented circumstances. According to flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL), these cancellat»»»

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BBC 4h

She spent 16 hours on Instagram in a day. It's up to a jury to decide if Meta is to blame

Kaley would look at Instagram until she fell asleep. She would wake up in the middle of the night to check her notifications. She would open the app as soon as she woke up. One day, she spent 16 hours on Instagram. "I stopped engaging with my family because I was spending all my time on social medi»»»

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BBC 4h

Hamas urges key ally Iran to halt attacks on Gulf states

The Palestinian armed group Hamas has called on Iran to stop its attacks on Gulf states, in a rare appeal to its key ally. In a statement, the Tehran-backed group urged its "brothers in Iran to avoid targeting neighbouring countries", saying all regional nations should co-operate "to preserve the b»»»

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BBC 4h

More US Marines and warships to be moved to Middle East, reports say

More US Marines and warships are expected to be deployed to the Middle East, two officials confirmed to CBS News, the BBC's US partner. The officials said the reinforcements were to come from an amphibious ready group and its Marine expeditionary unit, with one official adding that the group would »»»

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BBC 4h

Why has the US targeted Iran's Kharg Island?

Donald Trump has said the US military has bombed a small island off the coast of Iran - home to a major oil terminal that is considered the country's economic lifeline. The US president said Kharg Island's military facilities were "totally obliterated" but that it had held off targeting its oil inf»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 4h

Bulgaria in Strong Position on Gas and Oil Supplies, Says Foreign Minister

Bulgaria is in a better position compared with other European countries regarding gas and oil supplies, as it relies far less on petroleum products through the Strait of Hormuz, with the main deliveries coming via the Black Sea, said caretaker Foreign Minister Nadezhda Neynsky on Darik Radio, comme»»»

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Naharnet 4h

Axios: Israel plans major incursion, Boulos tasked with Lebanon-Israel talks file

Israel is planning to significantly expand its ground operation in Lebanon, aiming to seize the entire area south of the Litani River and dismantle Hezbollah's military infrastructure, Israeli and U.S. officials told U.S. news portal Axios. This could be the largest Israeli ground invasion of Leban»»»

24 News Agency 4h

Powers of MP Shairbek Tashiev terminated ahead of schedule - | 24.KG

The Central Election Commission of Kyrgyzstan has revoked the parliamentary mandate of Shairbek Tashiev. The decision was adopted at a commission meeting today, March 14. The ID of the Zhogorku Kenesh deputy issued to Shairbek Tashiev has been declared invalid. Earlier today, Tashiev submitted a le»»»

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