Naharnet 8m

Lebanon detains Assad-era Syrian officer wanted by Damascus

Lebanese authorities detained a former Syrian army officer following an arrest warrant from Damascus accusing him of "killing and crimes against humanity," a judicial official told AFP. Adel Issa, a 67-year-old former officer in the Syrian army's 17th brigade under ousted leader Bashar al-Assad, he»»»

Sputnik 14m

Atlanta Could Have Survived the Civil War Intact With Its Own Shostakovich — US Official

WASHINGTON (Sputnik), Dmitri Zlodorev - Atlanta may have avoided destruction during the Civil War had the US city had such a composer as Dmitri Shostakovich, US Commission of Fine Arts Chairman Rodney Mims Cook Jr. told Sputnik. "Russia has proved it during the siege of Leningrad that culture and m»»»

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Arab News 20m

‘I had full faith’: M. Zubair claims Tekken 8 title at Esports World Cup 2026 after 5-0 grand final sweep

PARIS: History has been made in Tekken 8 at Esports World Cup 2026 after AG.AL’s Khawaja “M. Zubair” Mohammad Zubair defeated Yoon “LowHigh” Sun-woong in the grand finals. Not only did the win crown a brand new Tekken 8 at EWC winner, but M. Zubair won the tournament after entering through the Last»»»

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Arab News 32m

Niemann, Varner III and Westwood share LIV Golf New York going into last day

BEDMINSTER: Joaquin Niemann’s dominant week hit its first speed bump, but he remains well positioned to secure his second LIV Golf title of the season. The LIV Golf New York 2026 36-hole leader opened Saturday with a double bogey on the par-4 first, the first blemish on his card all week, but he ba»»»

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Arab News 32m

‘Best team, best players, best coaches’: Kuaishou Gaming defy odds to win Honor of Kings at Esports World Cup 2026

PARIS: Kuaishou Gaming of China have won the Honor of Kings World Cup at the Esports World Cup 2026, becoming first-time EWC champions following a thrilling 4-3 grand final finish against compatriots AG.AL. The newly crowned champions had fought their way through the tournament and to the final wit»»»

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Novinite 40m

Psychologist: State, Family and Society Failed Plovdiv Teen KillersOpinions

The brutal killing of a 37-year-old man on Youth Hill in Plovdiv by five teenagers aged between 14 and 17 has raised difficult questions about how young people can become involved in extreme violence and who bears responsibility for preventing such behavior. Child and adolescent therapist and psych»»»

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Arab News 1h

Yemen army launches direct salary payments to soldiers in anti-corruption drive

AL-MUKALLA: Yemen’s army has begun paying soldiers’ salaries directly into their personal bank accounts, in what officials describe as a landmark reform aimed at curbing corruption, eliminating ghost soldiers and ending a longstanding system that allowed commanders and intermediaries to control mil»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 1h

President Iotova Denounces Using Drone Incident for Political Ends

Speaking to reporters on Sunday, President Iliana Iotova commented on the Saturday incident, when a drone entered Bulgarian airspace from the north and exploded near the border with Romania. Iotova stated that she is extremely disappointed by the way this incident is being exploited for crude polit»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

QSL clubs enter final phase of preparations

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Stars League clubs are entering the final phase of their preparations for the 2026-2027 season, with most teams having completed their overseas training camps. The camps provided clubs with an opportunity to improve fitness and tactical organisation, assess new signings and give »»»

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Arabfinance 3h

Egypt's Investment Fund Boom: Opportunity Meets Oversight Arab Finance For Information Technology

Egypt’s investment fund boom is a watershed moment for the country’s financial landscape. Regulatory reforms, digital onboarding, and product diversification are funneling household savings into non-banking instruments on an unprecedented scale. Retail participation has democratized access to inves»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Over 1,000 flights cancelled in China as Typhoon Dolphin looms

China's densely populated eastern coast was preparing Sunday for the arrival of Typhoon Dolphin, which has triggered more than 1,000 flight cancellations, evacuations and a top-level alert from authorities. Nearly 1,400 flights in and out of Shanghai's two main passenger airports had been cancelled»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

World number one Sabalenka ousted in Toronto by Alexandrova

Toronto, Canada: World number one Aryna Sabalenka was eliminated by Russian 16th seed Ekaterina Alexandrova on Saturday in a fourth-round match at the WTA Toronto Masters tournament. Alexandrova defeated the four-time Grand Slam winner from Belarus 7-6 (7/3), 4-6, 6-4 in 2hr 29min to book a berth i»»»

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Dailynews Hungary 4h

Top Hungarian university's vice-rector resigns after exam scandal that ended in lecturer’s dismissal

Lajos György Szabó, the education vice-rector of Budapest’s Corvinus University, is stepping down from his position and leaving the institution after eight years in leadership roles. He has also promised to reveal new evidence relating to the controversial case that led to the dismissal of lecturer»»»

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Arab News 4h

Palestinian Alaa Shehada turns journey home into comedy at Edinburgh Festival Fringe

DUBAI: The crossing between the occupied West Bank and Jordan is barely 180 meters long, but it can take 12 hours, three checkpoints and several failed attempts. For Palestinian comedian and theater maker Alaa Shehada, it has provided the makings of a show. Shehada performed “The Bridge” at the Edi»»»

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Arab News 5h

Syrian security forces seize weapons shipment bound for Lebanon

TARTOUS: Syrian security forces have foiled an attempt to smuggle a shipment of weapons and ammunition from the coastal province of Tartous to Lebanon, the Interior Ministry said Saturday. In a statement carried by SANA, the ministry said the operation by Internal Security Forces, in coordination w»»»

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Arab News 5h

A Tibetan cooperative keeps a centuries-old weaving tradition alive

SHANNAN, Tibet: More than a dozen men and women sit at wooden looms, sliding shuttles through rows of wool yarn before pulling each thread tight. They repeat it again and again as they weave Pulu, the traditional woolen fabric that has clothed people on the Tibetan plateau for centuries. They work »»»

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Arab News 5h

World number one Sabalenka ousted in Toronto by Alexandrova

TORONTO, Canada: World number one Aryna Sabalenka was eliminated by Russian 16th seed Ekaterina Alexandrova on Saturday in a fourth-round match at the WTA Toronto Masters tournament. Alexandrova defeated the four-time Grand Slam winner from Belarus 7-6 (7/3), 4-6, 6-4 in 2hr 29min to book a berth i»»»

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Arab News 8h

More than 178,000 immigrants have suddenly fled or been deported from South Africa. Here’s why

HARARE, Zimbabwe: More than 178,000 African immigrants have left South Africa in recent months, spurred by a crackdown on undocumented migration by authorities and sometimes violent anti-immigration protests that have led many to leave citing fears of attacks. It’s one of the most significant migra»»»

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Jordan Times 9h

US unveils 15% tariff on polysilicon products

WASHINGTON, United States — US President Donald Trump signed an order recently to set minimum import prices and new tariffs on products made using polysilicon, a key material for solar panels and semiconductors.Such products face a 15-per cent tariff starting December 4, the order said. It also out»»»

Arab News 9h

Man Utd boss Carrick being ‘careful’ with Mount as Man Utd draw with PSG

GOTHENBURG: Michael Carrick said he had to be “careful” with Mason Mount after the England midfielder was involved in an injury scare during Manchester United’s 1-1 friendly draw with Paris Saint-Germain in Gothenburg on Saturday. Mount, who joined United from Chelsea in 2023, has been hampered by »»»

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Qatar Tribune 11h

‘Qatar committed to making digital maps a sovereign asset’

Khaled Al Hameidi Doha Navigating the contemporary digital landscape, navigation systems and digital geographic mapping applications have evolved far beyond basic consumer utilities designed to simplify daily commutes, locate efficient routes, or track commercial delivery fleets. In an era marked b»»»

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UPI 11h

Brazil's top court blocks Bolsonaro from seeing sons on Father's Day - UPI.com

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has been under house arrest in Brasilia since March while serving a 27-year sentence for a coup attempt. Last month he was placed under a stricter regimen after he breached conditions of his arrest. File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo Aug. 8 (U»»»

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The Peninsula 12h

Arrivals resume at Sicily's Catania airport after Etna eruption

Rome: The airport at Catania in Sicily, a top Italian tourist destination, reopened late Saturday afternoon after suspending arrivals when an eruption at nearby Mount Etna spewed volcanic ash. "Following the downgrade of the volcanic activity alert level from RED to ORANGE, the resumption of flight»»»

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Arab News 13h

Lise Klaveness, the Norwegian thorn in Infantino’s side

OSLO: A rare woman in the top echelons of football, the head of Norway’s federation Lise Klaveness has been a thorn in FIFA’s side for years. Now, some would gladly see her take over the leadership of football’s international governing body from Gianni Infantino. The 45-year-old lawyer and former f»»»

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Arab News 14h

Lebanon detains Assad-era general and weighs his handover to Syria over alleged crimes

BEIRUT: Lebanese authorities detained a former senior Syrian military officer who commanded an army division under ousted President Bashar Assad and might hand him over to Damascus on alleged crimes that he committed, Lebanese judicial and security officials said Saturday. After the fall of Assad’s»»»

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UPI 14h

Senate passes stopgap funding bill to last through November elections - UPI.com

Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, departs Senate Republican luncheons on Thursday. Collins on Sunday touted the Senate bill to fund the government through November. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Aug. 8 (UPI) -- The U.S. Senate passed a stopgap funding bill Saturday that would fund the governm»»»

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Arab News 15h

Fijian rugby player Saimoni Vunilagi, 26, dies after suspected heatstroke at training in Japan

FUKUOKA, Japan: Fijian rugby player Saimoni Vunilagi has died of suspected heatstroke after a training session in Japan. He was 26. His death was announced on Saturday by his team, Kyushu Electric Power Kyuden Voltex — known as Kyushu KV. The Japanese second-division club said Vunilagi died Friday »»»

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The Peninsula 16h

World Snooker Tour China Open begins with 12 Chinese players in record main draw

Taiyuan, China: The 2026 World Snooker Tour China Open began Saturday at Taiyuan Binhe Sports Center in north China's Shanxi Province, with a record 12 Chinese players among the 32 competitors in the main draw, which features all of the world's top 16-ranked players. China's Liu Linhao and Wu Sheng»»»

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Gulf News 16h

Got a high-paying UAE job offer? MOHRE warns job seekers to check it before accepting

UAE job seekers warned about fake offers and recruitment scams The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) has warned job seekers in the UAE and abroad about fake job offers and recruitment scams. Scammers may promise high salaries, immediate hiring and fast recruitment, but then ask »»»

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Arab News 16h

Saudi Arabia tops International Nuclear Science Olympiad with four medals

JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia emerged as the top-performing nation at the International Nuclear Science Olympiad, securing first place and the title of “Nuclear Science Ambassador,” as four members of the Kingdom’s team won international medals at the competition’s third edition. The event, held at King Abd»»»

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Daily News Egypt 18h

Colombia shifts right as de la Espriella assumes presidency with hardline security and economic pledges

New right-wing Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella was sworn into office on Friday, vowing in his inaugural address to launch a fierce crackdown on drug trafficking, end peace talks with armed groups, and implement strict austerity measures to restore economic confidence. De la Espriella, »»»

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Arab News 18h

Brighton send Argentinian midfielder Facundo Buonanotte on loan to Spanish club Elche

ELCHE, Spain: Brighton midfielder Facundo Buonanotte will play for Spanish team Elche this season in what is the Argentinian playmaker’s fourth loan spell since joining the Premier League club in January 2023. The 21-year-old Buonanotte, who signed with Brighton from Rosario Central, was loaned to »»»

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UPI 18h

Senate confirms Todd Blanche as new attorney general - UPI.com

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche speeks during a press conference on the department's efforts to investigate the Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generacion, a cartel based in Mexico, at the Department of Justice headquarters on Wednesday. On Saturday, Blanche was confirmed as attorney general by the Senat»»»

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Dailynews Hungary 18h

Fidesz attacks Tisza’s presidential nominee

The Fidesz parliamentary group leader has launched a sharp attack on András Baka, the former president of Hungary’s Supreme Court, after the Tisza Party nominated him as the country’s next president. János Bóka said on Saturday that Fidesz considers the election of a new head of state illegitimate,»»»

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Gulf News 18h

US-Iran conflict: What UAE residents need to know this evening (August 8)

The Strait of Hormuz remains the primary source of concern as Iran and Oman negotiate a temporary shipping deal, while an ADNOC vessel is targeted by a missile strike and US forces intensify a blockade surrounding Iranian ports. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has reiterated that Tehran is open»»»

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Sputnik 19h

Large Crowds Rally in Germany's Plauen to Protest Against Merz - Reports

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - A large-scale demonstration against German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and his policies took place in the eastern German city of Plauen on Saturday, the DPA news agency reported. Demonstrators reportedly demanded the resignation of the German government, a snap election, lower elec»»»

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France24 19h

US Senate narrowly confirms Trump loyalist Todd Blanche as attorney general

The US Senate on Saturday voted 50-49 to confirm President Donald Trump's former personal lawyer Todd Blanche as the country's attorney general. Blanche was serving as the top US law enforcement officer in an acting capacity after Trump fired another loyalist, Pam Bondi. His confirmation caps one o»»»

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Arab News 19h

India’s tourism industry eyes Saudi arrivals with Riyadh Air’s new Mumbai route

NEW DELHI: India’s tourism players are expecting a boost in premium and business travel from Saudi Arabia, following the launch of Riyadh Air’s daily flights to Mumbai. Riyadh Air started operating flights between the Saudi capital and Mumbai on Tuesday, marking the airline’s first Indian route and»»»

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Gulf News 21h

Trump’s former lawyer Todd Blanche confirmed as US attorney general

Washington: The US Senate confirmed President Donald Trump's former personal lawyer Todd Blanche as attorney general early Saturday after Republican lawmakers shrugged off Democratic concerns over politicization of the Department of Justice. Blanche, who has already been serving as the top US law e»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 21h

PIE: in 2025 nearly 30% of SMEs did not implement AI

Nearly 30% of Polish SMEs failed to adopt artificial intelligence in 2025 because employees lacked the necessary skills, according to the Polish Economic Institute. Only 7% of Polish SMEs use AI, compared with an EU average of 35%, placing Poland near the bottom of the bloc. The institute says weak»»»

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Arab News 21h

Philippines, GCC to open more clinics for Gulf-bound workers

MANILA: The Philippines and the Gulf Cooperation Council are in talks to open more accredited medical centers and clinics in the Southeast Asian country, as they seek to improve health screening for Filipino workers headed for the Gulf. More than a million Filipino nationals are living and working »»»

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Dailynews Hungary 21h

BREAKING: Tisza announces its nominee for Hungary’s next president

Hungary’s ruling Tisza Party has nominated András Baka, the former president of the country’s Supreme Court, as its candidate for President of the Republic. The party’s parliamentary group made the decision in a secret vote on Saturday, selecting the 73-year-old legal scholar from three potential c»»»

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Arab News 22h

US Senate confirms Trump’s ex lawyer as attorney general

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump’s former personal lawyer Todd Blanche was confirmed as US attorney general on Saturday after Senate Republicans shrugged off Democratic concerns over politicization of the Justice Department. Blanche, who has already been serving as the top US law enforcement offi»»»

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France24 22h

Trump vows appeal over ballroom halt

More headaches for US President Donald Trump over his planned White House ballroom: a federal appeals court has ruled that the administration must halt the $400 million construction project, saying it has not been approved by Congress. The ruling follows a challenge by the National Trust for Histor»»»

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Naharnet 22h

Syria revises bus blast toll to 14 injured, no dead

Syria's Health Ministry said Friday that 14 people were wounded, three of them critically, but that there were no fatalities in the explosion of a minivan taxi a day earlier in a Damascus suburb. The Health Ministry had said Thursday night that two people were killed in the blast. In a statement Fr»»»

EU Observer 23h

EU’s hidden food border inspectors get busier in an era of expanding trade

First published in Respekt. Europe is opening new trade routes and strengthening its system for controlling imported food. We went directly to Antwerp to see how it is done. “Once we found a frozen dog in a container from China. That was strange, because importing frozen dogs into the EU is not all»»»

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Al Manar 23h

CNN: Top US Military Leaders Seek Face-Saving Exit from Iran War

Senior US military leaders are actively seeking a face-saving way out of the six-month-long war with Iran, according to a CNN report citing informed sources. The network stated that in recent weeks, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Dan Keane has made it clear in private conversations with othe»»»

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Arab News 1d

UAE men add five more medals to Jiu-Jitsu World Championship tally

ABU DHABI: The UAE Jiu-Jitsu National Team continued its strong performances at the 2026 Jiu-Jitsu World Championship by winning three gold and two silver medals in the Adult men’s competition on Friday at Mubadala Arena in Abu Dhabi. The latest results take the national team’s overall tally at the»»»

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The Peninsula 1d

US senate confirms Todd Blanche for attorney general

Washington, United States: President Donald Trump's former personal lawyer Todd Blanche was confirmed as US attorney general on Saturday. Blanche, who has already been serving as the top US law enforcement officer in an acting capacity, represented Trump as his private attorney in several criminal »»»

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Arab News 1d

Startup wrap — Saudi Arabia leads MENA investments in July

RIYADH: Startups operating in the Middle East and North Africa region raised $172.6 million across 45 deals in July, a monthly increase of 16 percent. According to Wamda data, Saudi Arabia regained the top spot in July after ranking outside the lead for the entire first half of the year, with start»»»

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