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Trump says Maduro 'captured and flown out' of Venezuela

West Palm Beach, United States: President Donald Trump said Saturday that US forces had captured Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro after launching a "large scale strike" on the South American country. "The United States of America has successfully carried out a large scale strike against Venezuela a»»»

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Gulf News 5m

Donald Trump claims Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro captured in US strike

Caracas: Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has been captured and flown from the country, President Donald Trump announced early Saturday after confirming that the US forces conducted what he called "a large scale strike against Venezuela and its leader." In a post on social media, Trump said Madu»»»

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Kuna 5m

US President: Venezuela President Nicolas Maduro and his wife have been "captured and flown out of the country"

US President: Venezuela President Nicolas Maduro and his wife have been "captured and flown out of the country"»»»

Sana 11m

CBS announces start of official trading of new Syrian banknotes

Damascus, Dec.3 (SANA)-First vice Governor of the Central Bank of Syria Mokhles al-Nazer, announced on Saturday the official trading with the Syrian new banknotes, following months of continuous and diligent preparations. “Since early morning, representatives of private banks and exchange companies»»»

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Gulf News 14m

Abu Dhabi Police issue motorcycle trailer safety rules

Abu Dhabi Police have announced a series of safety measures for motorists transporting motorcycles on trailers as part of their ongoing seasonal campaign, “Our Winter is Safe and Enjoyable.” The initiative aims to protect drivers and other road users during the cooler months, when travel tends to i»»»

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Al Awsat 14m

Death Toll Rises to at Least 10 in Violence Around Iran Protests

Violence surrounding protests in Iran sparked by the country’s ailing economy killed two other people, authorities said Saturday, raising the death toll in the demonstrations to at least 10 as they showed no signs of stopping. The new deaths follow US President Donald Trump warning Iran on Friday t»»»

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RT 15m

Maduro declares state of emergency

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has declared a national state of emergency, according to the country’s Foreign Ministry. Venezuela’s government has accused the US of launching attacks on civilian and military installations across several states, rejecting what it described as “military aggressi»»»

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The Peninsula 15m

Following explosions in Caracas, Venezuelan President declares state of emergency

Caracas: Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro announced a state of emergency in the country following aerial strikes against the capital Caracas. The Venezuelan government said that President Maduro declared a state of emergency to defend Venezuelan territory. The government said that the armed forc»»»

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Al Manar 25m

Two Palestinians martyred by Israeli occupying forces in the north of Gaza Strip - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

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Dailynews Hungary 25m

Meet Pablo, the adorable tiger cub and the newest member of Budapest Zoo

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Gulf News 27m

Dubai court orders firm to pay Dh295,000 and return 50 motorbikes in rental dispute

Dubai: A Dubai civil court has ruled in favour of a motorcycle rental company, ordering a private firm to pay Dh295,000, plus legal interest at 5 per cent from the date of the claim until full settlement, and to deliver 50 motorcycles as originally contracted. The judgment by the Dubai Primary Civi»»»

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Al Awsat 28m

Three Million Pounds to Save Polar Explorer Shackleton's Villa

Work is under way on a South Atlantic island to preserve a key building in the story of polar explorer Ernest Shackleton. Shackleton famosly reached the whaling station of Stromness on South Georgia in 1916 after spending 18 months stranded on Antarctica with his crew. The now-dilapidated Stromness»»»

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Gulf News 29m

From mosques to malls: Saudi Arabia issues new naming standards for public facilities

Dubai: Saudi Arabia has issued a comprehensive set of binding regulations governing the naming of public facilities across the Kingdom, introducing unified standards, governance frameworks, and explicit religious and administrative restrictions. Also Read: Saudi Arabia shuts over 1,300 establishmen»»»

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Sputnik 33m

LIVE UPDATES: Venezuela Under Attack

Several explosions were reported in Caracas and surrounding areas in the early hours of January 3, with residents citing loud blasts, aircraft activity and temporary power disruptions in parts of the capital. Authorities confirmed heightened security measures, while air traffic over Venezuelan airs»»»

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Sputnik 33m

US Strikes on Venezuela: What's Known so Far

US officials confirmed that military strikes have been launched against Venezuela, Fox News reports. The attack was initially planned for Christmas but was postponed due to weather conditions, according to CBS Military aircraft are audible over the capital, Caracas A fire broke out at the port of L»»»

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Novinite 37m

Borissov Critiques Arrogance, Peevski Rumors, and Highlights Bulgaria’s EU Success

Former Prime Minister and GERB leader Boyko Borisсov said the arrest of Varna Mayor Blagomir Kotsev was the first clear indication that the current government would fall. Speaking in a nearly two-hour interview for Yavor Dachkov’s podcast, recorded at GERB headquarters on January 2, Borissov said h»»»

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Novinite 38m

Small Shops Struggle to Give Change as Bulgaria Switches to Euro

Small retailers across Bulgaria are struggling to cope with the practical realities of the switch from the lev to the euro, according to observations from the first working days after the currency changeover. Reports circulating on social media and in local media outlets point to a lack of sufficie»»»

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Kuna 42m

Venezuela accuses US of attacking territory, declares emergency state

WASHINGTON, Jan 3 (KUNA) -- Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yvan Pinto on Saturday accused the United States of America of attacking Caracas and other areas, with the government declaring a state of emergency. "The Venezuelan government rejects, condemns, and denounces before the international communit»»»

Bulgarian News Agency 44m

Fire Safety Chief Dzhartov Says New Year’s Night Fires Double

There were twice as many incidents and fires on New Year’s night as a year earlier, Directorate General Fire Safety and Civil Protection Director Alexander Dzhartov said on Saturday. He put the number of fires at 196, compared with 94 on December 31, 2024. Most of the fires caused no material damag»»»

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Al Manar 50m

Venezuela Accuses US of Military Aggression After Explosions Rock Caracas

Venezuela has denounced what it calls a military aggression by the United States, following a series of explosions and reported aircraft activity over the capital, Caracas, and other regions in the early hours of Saturday. The government stated that attacks also occurred in the states of Miranda, A»»»

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Gulf News 51m

UAE urges Yemenis to exercise wisdom, de-escalate tensions, resolve differences through dialogue

Abu Dhabi: The UAE is following with concern the developments that have taken place in Yemen over the past few hours and expresses its regret over the ongoing escalation. The UAE calls upon Yemenis to prioritise wisdom, exercise restraint, and work toward achieving security and stability in the cou»»»

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The Peninsula 53m

'Chaotic mess' Kyrgios determined to enjoy himself after injuries

Brisbane, Australia: A philosophical Nick Kyrgios said Saturday he had been a "chaotic mess" throughout his career and now just wants to enjoy himself when he returns to the tour this week. The temperamental 2022 Wimbledon finalist, one of tennis's most dynamic players when at the top of his game, »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 56m

Hurricane-Force Winds Hit Vratsa, Mayor Says

Hurricane-force winds caused serious damage in Vratsa, Northwestern Bulgaria, Mayor Kalin Kamenov said on Facebook on Saturday. Kamenov said gusts overnight topped 120 km/h, bringing down dozens of utility poles and cables, as well as bus stops and trees, and warned residents to stay indoors while »»»

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Al Manar 1h

Reuters, citing a US official: The United States is launching strikes inside Venezuela - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

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Al Manar 1h

Venezuela accuses US of trying to seize control of country’s resources - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

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Al Awsat 1h

Yemen Consultation, Reconciliation Body Says National Shield Camp Takeover is Peaceful

Akram al-Amri, deputy head of Yemen’s Consultation and Reconciliation Commission, stated that the operation to take over military camps, led by the National Shield forces under the command of Salem al-Khanbashi, Governor of Hadhramaut and head of the security committee, is not a military offensive »»»

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Kathimerini 1h

Man dies in Rafina house fire

A man has died in a house fire in the eastern Attica town of Rafina. A detachment of 15 firefighters and volunteers attended the scene and later recovered his body from the house.»»»

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RT 1h

Trump addresses health rumors

US President Donald Trump has revealed that he takes a higher than recommended daily dose of aspirin and has blamed the medication for leading to bruising on his hands, which has sparked speculation in the US media in recent months. He made the comments in an interview with the Wall Street Journal »»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Venezuela denounces 'extremely serious military aggression' by US

Caracas: Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on Saturday declared a state of an emergency over what his goverment called an "extremely serious military aggression" by the United States on the capital Caracas. Multiple explosions, accompanied by sounds resembling aircraft flyovers, were heard around»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Weekend Digest: New Year’s Eve, Burj Khalifa fireworks, UAE petrol prices, travel updates and more

Dubai: It’s been a news-packed week in the UAE, with the country welcoming 2026 through dazzling New Year’s Eve celebrations, headlined by Burj Khalifa fireworks and grand events across the emirates. Authorities rolled out phased road closures and extended Metro services to manage crowds, while uns»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 1h

2025 Court Cases: Kotsev and Barbutov Detentions, Petkov Trial and Major Verdicts in Annual Review

A series of high-profile criminal cases reached final verdicts in 2025, while the arrest and detention proceedings involving Varna Mayor Blagomir Kotsev and former Sofia deputy mayor Nikola Barbutov also drew widespread public attention. Kotsev was held from July until late November before being re»»»

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TAP 1h

Slight rise in temperatures, between 15 and 24°C

Tunis, January 3 (TAP) — The weather will be partly cloudy on Saturday across most regions. Winds will blow from the southwest. They will be relatively strong along the eastern coasts and in elevated areas, and light to moderate elsewhere.The...»»»

Gulf News 1h

‘I want to settle in India’: Dubai-based Kerala expat bags Dh100,000 UAE Lottery prize

A decade in Dubai and a stroke of luck have paid off for an Indian expat who has bagged Dh100,000 in the UAE Lottery’s Lucky Chance category. Vijesh Kumar Paroli, from Kerala, was overjoyed after the unexpected win, thanking organisers from the UAE Lottery studio. “Thank you so much for the Dh100,0»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

UN Force in Lebanon Says Israeli Army Fired Near its Peacekeepers Twice

The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) said gunfire from an Israeli position hit close to its peacekeepers twice on Friday, reporting no casualties but decrying a “concerning trend.” UNIFIL has repeatedly reported Israeli fire near or towards its personnel in recent months, and last w»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Venezuela's Government Accuses US of Attacking Civilian, Military Installations

Venezuela’s government accused the United States of attacking civilian and military installations in multiple states after at least seven explosions and low-flying aircraft were heard around 2 a.m. local time Saturday in the capital, Caracas. Smoke could be seen rising from the hangar of a military»»»

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Kuna 1h

Kuwait’s offshore exploration contributes to ’40 oil strategy

News report by Khaled Al-Mutairi KUWAIT, Jan 3 (KUNA) -- The offshore exploration project currently being implemented by Kuwait Oil Company (KOC) represents a pioneering national step aligning with requirements of State of Kuwait’s Oil Strategy 2040. The project opens the door to applying the lates»»»

Gulf News 1h

Shocking US airstrikes pound Maduro's Venezuela, eyewitness footage shows fiery blasts

In a stunning overnight operation, reports of powerful explosions have emerged from the Venezuelan capital, with eyewitness footage showing fiery blasts near key Chavismo power centers. Amid chaos, casualties are unconfirmed, with evacuations reportedly underway. Global leaders urge restraint as te»»»

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Al Manar 1h

Venezuela: President Nicolas Maduro has ordered the implementation of all national defense plans in a timely manner and under appropriate conditions - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

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RT 1h

Venezuela under US attack – foreign minister: LIVE Updates

Venezuela has been attacked by the US, as Washington is trying to gain control of the country’s natural resources, the Latin American nation’s foreign minister, Yvan Gil, has said. Numerous videos have emerged on social media showing major explosions across the Venezuelan capital Caracas, sparking »»»

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BBC 1h

Missile attack on Kharkiv kills two including child, authorities say

Two people including a three-year-old child have been killed and around 28 others injured in a Russian strike on Kharkiv, Ukrainian officials have said. A multi-storey residential apartment block was almost completely destroyed in the dual missile attack on Friday afternoon, which Ukrainian Preside»»»

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UPI 1h

On This Day, Jan. 3: Howard Carter uncovers Pharaoh Tutankhamun sarcophagus - UPI.com

On Jan. 3, 1924, two years after rediscovering the tomb of Pharaoh Tutankhamun in Egypt, Howard Carter and his workers found the stone sarcophagus that contained the gold coffin and mummy of the boy king. 1 of 7 | A replica of a King Tutankhamun statue is on display at the Times Square Discovery Ce»»»

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Gulf News 1h

UAE Cybersecurity Council urges public to boost online safety

Abu Dhabi: The UAE Cybersecurity Council has urged the public to begin the new year by adopting smarter cybersecurity habits. In an official post on its social media channels, the council highlighted the importance of following simple guidelines to stay safe online. These include securing home Wi-F»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Bin Habrish: Hadhramaut Situation Settled, No Room for Revenge

Sheikh Amr bin Habrish al-Alili, head of the Hadhramaut Tribes Alliance in Yemen, urged all Hadhramis, including members of the Elite Forces and Public Security personnel, to stand their ground, stating that the current phase was settled and that there was no room for revenge. Speaking during a vis»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Sabalenka says revenge not on her mind for Australian Open

Brisbane, Australia: World number one Aryna Sabalenka said Saturday she isn't out for revenge after losing her Australian Open crown in a shock loss to American Madison Keys last year. Sabalenka went into the final at Melbourne Park aiming to become the first woman since Martina Hingis to win three»»»

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Kuna 1h

Kuwait oil price down USD 1.09 to USD 59.07 pb - KPC

KUWAIT, Jan 3 (KUNA) -- The Kuwaiti oil price fell USD 1.09 to USD 59.07 per barrel (pb) on Friday, compared to USD 60.16 pb on Wednesday, said the Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) on Saturday. In global markets, the price of Brent crude went down by 10 cents to USD 60.75 per barrel, while the sa»»»

Al Manar 2h

Venezuelan media: Explosions at of La Guaira port in Vargas state, Venezuela’s largest seaport - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Venezuelan media: Explosions at of La Guaira port in Vargas state, Venezuela’s largest seaport 03-01-2026 09:38 AM Latest News Urgent News »»»

Novinite 2h

By 2030, Most New Bulgarian Jobs Will Demand Medium and High-Level Skills

By 2030, the majority of new jobs in Bulgaria are expected to require medium and high-level qualifications, driven by the ongoing green and circular economic transition and accelerated digitalization. The Economic and Social Council (ESC) emphasizes that adapting to these changes requires a sector-»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Dubai court rejects man’s Dh3.15m cheque claim against brother

Dubai: A civil court in Dubai has rejected a lawsuit filed by an Arab national seeking to compel his brother to repay a cheque worth Dh3,150,000, ruling that the cheque was issued strictly as a security and had lost its legal value once its underlying purpose was fulfilled. The dispute arose from i»»»

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Kuna 2h

Multiple explosions heard in Caracas

WASHINGTON, Jan 3 (KUNA) -- Several explosions were heard in the Venezuelan capital, Caracas early Saturday, according to CNN News Network. Some areas of the capital city were reportedly left without electricity due to the explosions, said the US news network. US President Donald Trump has warned t»»»

Gulf News 2h

Driver faces fines after multi-car collision in Dubai

Dubai: A 28-year-old Arab man was convicted this week in a Dubai court for his role in a multi-vehicle collision in the Jebel Ali area, after admitting he was driving a vehicle with expired registration and failed to exercise due care. The incident, which occurred early last year, began when the de»»»

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