Arab News 5m

Oman’s FDI climbs 8.7% to $84bn on strong energy inflows 

RIYADH: Foreign direct investment in Oman rose 8.7 percent year on year by the end of the first quarter of 2026 to 32.19 billion Omani rials ($83.7 billion), according to preliminary official data. Figures from the National Centre for Statistics and Information showed a continued concentration of f»»»

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The Peninsula 12m

Wife says India illegally detaining hunger strike activist

New Delhi: The wife of an Indian hunger strike activist taken to hospital against his will accused the government on Sunday of "illegal detention" disguised as medical care. Police cited a court order and "deteriorating health condition" on Saturday when they picked up Sonam Wangchuk, who had refus»»»

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Al Manar 13m

A “Grand” Invitation, a Muted Welcome: Aoun Arrives in Washington

Lebanon President Joseph Aoun arrived in the US capital for an official visit at the invitation of President Donald Trump, but the welcome awaiting him at Andrews Air Force Base appeared far more restrained than the “significance” attached to the trip. Aoun and First Lady Neemat Aoun were received »»»

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The Peninsula 36m

Sindhu wins Japan Open to end title drought

Tokyo: Indian badminton star Pusarla Venkata Sindhu ended a title drought of almost two years at the Japan Open on Sunday and said winning would give her "a lot of confidence". Sindhu, a world champion in 2019 and Olympic silver medallist in 2016, beat Japan's Akane Yamaguchi 21-17, 21-17 in Tokyo »»»

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Gulf News 1h

The challenges awaiting Britain’s new prime minister Andy Burnham

Andy Burnham arrives in Downing Street with something few incoming British prime ministers enjoy - political momentum and public goodwill. After years away from Westminster, the former Greater Manchester mayor has returned to national politics promising to revive the economy, spread opportunity bey»»»

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Al Manar 1h

IRGC Downs US MQ-9 Drone as Top General Vows Devastating Response to Washington’s “Savagery”

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard said it intercepted and destroyed a US MQ9 drone in Ahvaz, a city in the eastern Khuzestan region that borders Iraq, Iran’s state-run broadcaster IRIB reported on Sunday. An MQ-9 is a large, remotely piloted unmanned aerial vehicle designed primarily for intelligence, sur»»»

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Arab News 1h

Mamoun Al-Kabbani extends Saudi Toyota Championship Hill Climb lead

TAIF: The second round of the 2026 Saudi Toyota Championship Hill Climb ended on Saturday after 46 competitors battled it out in 10 classes, in addition to the Ladies Cup taking place. The event was held under the supervision of the Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Federation at Aqabat Al-Muhammadiy»»»

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Arab News 1h

Asma Al-Hosani and Shamma Al-Kalbani strike gold as UAE women add 6 medals at Jiu-Jitsu Asian Championship

ALMATY: The UAE Women’s Jiu-Jitsu National Team continued the country’s strong campaign at the 10th Jiu-Jitsu Asian Championship by winning six medals in the women’s competition on Saturday at Almaty Arena in Kazakhstan. The two gold, one silver and three bronze medals took the UAE’s overall tally »»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Messi’s Argentina, Spain battle for historic World Cup glory

Doha, Qatar: Lionel Messi has dazzled once again on football’s biggest stage and now stands just one victory away from ending his remarkable World Cup journey in perfect fashion as defending champions Argentina take on European champions Spain in what promises to be a spectacular FIFA World Cup fin»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Al Wakrah face Qatar SC in season opener as QSL announces schedule

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Stars League has announced the schedule for first half of the top flight Qatar Stars League 2026-27 season which begins on August 20th. The dates and timings of matches for the first three weeks have been finalised. The schedule for matches from week four through week eleven »»»

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UPI 3h

On This Day, July 19: Sainthia, India, train collision kills dozens - UPI.com

On July 19, 2010, a speeding express train slammed into the rear of a train preparing to leave a West Bengal station in India, killing more than 60 people and injuring about 100 others. 1 of 5 | Members of the emergency services work at the site of a train accident near Sainthia station in India on»»»

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Dailynews Hungary 3h

Hungary to tighten screw on China firms as government overhauls pollution policy

The Hungarian government has announced a major overhaul of environmental and corporate tax rules that is expected to have significant implications for companies from China operating in the country’s fast-growing electric vehicle (EV) industry. Government unveils sweeping reforms affecting battery a»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Gwendoline Soriano of Baguio crowned Binibining Pilipinas International 2026

Dubai: Gwendoline Meliz Soriano of Baguio City was crowned Binibining Pilipinas International 2026 during the 62nd Binibining Pilipinas Grand Coronation Night, held Saturday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. Soriano, who also won the Best in Swimsuit and Best in Evening Gown awards during the coronati»»»

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Arab News 4h

Survivors of Indonesia boat sinking rescued after days at sea

JAKARTA: Five survivors from a passenger boat that sank off eastern Indonesia, including a seven-year-old girl, have been rescued after floating at sea for three days, a rescue official said on Sunday. The vessel, which was carrying more than 70 people, sank on Wednesday as it sailed near Selayar, »»»

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Arabfinance 4h

The High Cost of Heatwaves: Cooling As Egypt's Next Industrial Imperative Arab Finance For Information Technology

Egypt’s industrial economy is confronting a new frontier of climate risk, with rising temperatures threatening not only worker productivity but also machinery reliability, energy security and investor confidence. Heat stress is already draining productivity and hiking maintenance costs in industrie»»»

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The Peninsula 5h

Kyiv hit with deadly strikes after attack on Russian e-commerce giant

Kyiv, Ukraine: Russian strikes killed one person and wounded 13 others in Ukraine's capital on Sunday after Kyiv launched a deadly wave of drones that struck e-commerce warehouses in Russia. The latest bombardment highlights a dual challenge for Ukraine in its fifth year of war, facing almost daily»»»

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RT 7h

Roger Waters calls out West for banning RT

Pink Floyd co-founder Roger Waters slammed Western governments for pushing for war with Russia and banning RT so the warmongering “propaganda of the ruling class” can be freely disseminated. Appearing on Tucker Carlson’s podcast, published on Friday, Waters expressed dismay that “some people in the»»»

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UPI 7h

NYC Mayor Mandani reviews options to arrest Netanyahu over war crimes - UPI.com

New York City Mayor Zohran Mandani said his government is reviewing whether it could legally arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over accusations of war crimes. Photo by Anna Connors/UPI | License Photo July 18 (UPI) -- New York City Mayor Zohran Mandani on Saturday said his government»»»

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Arab News 8h

Controversial influencer brothers Tate arrested in Miami on UK sex crime warrant

Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate, whose social media empire promoting wealth, male dominance and misogyny has made them among the world’s most polarizing Internet personalities, were arrested Saturday in Miami as British authorities sought their extradition on rape and sex trafficking ch»»»

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Arab News 10h

England edge France 6-4 in chaotic World Cup bronze match

MIAMI: England beat France 6-4 in a chaotic World Cup third-place playoff on Saturday as Kylian Mbappe became the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history. Both teams had higher aspirations at the 2026 tournament but suffered painful semifinal exits — France were outplayed by Spain while Englan»»»

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The Peninsula 11h

England edge France 6-4 in World Cup bronze match goal fest

Miami, United States: England beat France 6-4 in a chaotic World Cup third-place playoff on Saturday as Kylian Mbappe became the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history. Both teams had higher aspirations at the 2026 tournament but suffered painful semi-final exits -- France were outplayed by S»»»

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Arab News 11h

Kylian Mbappé passes Lionel Messi for career World Cup scoring record with 22 goals

MIAMI GARDENS, Florida: Kylian Mbappé moved past Lionel Messi for the career World Cup scoring record on Saturday, scoring twice for France in the third-place match against England to reach 22 goals. Mbappé has 10 goals in this World Cup, two more than Messi in the race for the Golden Boot, which i»»»

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Qatar Tribune 12h

Argentina aiming for encore as Spain seek 2nd World Cup trophy

Agencies New York Spain and Argentina will both be aiming to create more history when they square off in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final at the New York New Jersey Stadium on Sunday. Lionel Messi’s Argentina are bidding to become the first team since Brazil in 1962 to win back-to-back FIFA World Cups»»»

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UPI 12h

Brazil's top court denies Bolsonaro home visit by Argentina's Milei - UPI.com

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, who is serving a 27-year sentence for a coup attempt, was placed under further restrictions on Friday for breaching conditions of his house arrest. File Photo by Andre Borger/EPA-EFE July 18 (UPI) -- Brazil's top court on Saturday denied a request from for»»»

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Qatar Tribune 12h

Argentina eye back-to-back glory as Spain seek a second World Cup title

Agencies East Rutherford Spain and Argentina will both be aiming to create more history when they square off in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final at the New York New Jersey Stadium on Sunday. Lionel Messi’s Argentina are bidding to become the first team since Brazil in 1962 to win back-to-back FIFA Wor»»»

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Qatar Tribune 12h

From shy dreamer to Broadway Princess: Marthylda Jameel Flores finds her voice

Darlene Regis Broadway Princess. People’s Choice Award winner. Pinoy Popstar Qatar Top 15 finalist. At just 17 years old, Marthylda Jameel Flores has already earned accolades that have established her as one of the Filipino community’s most promising young performers in Qatar. But beyond the titles»»»

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Arab News 13h

Why fears are growing that Sudan’s El-Obeid could become the next El-Fasher

LONDON: Once a bustling trading hub linking Darfur, Kordofan, and central Sudan, El-Obeid now finds itself trapped in an ever-tightening noose as the Rapid Support Forces gradually impose a siege that could echo the horrors of El-Fasher. Warnings of what may lie ahead intensified on Wednesday when »»»

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UPI 14h

8 dead in landslide in China; 34 still missing - UPI.com

A landslide in central China has killed eight people, and 34 are still missing. Image courtesy of UPI July 18 (UPI) -- At least eight people are dead and 34 are missing after a massive landslide fell in Chongqing, China, Friday morning. Rocks and soil slid down the mountain and buried more than 10 »»»

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Qatar Tribune 15h

Qatar advance to West Asia Men's Volleyball Championship semifinals

MUSCAT: Qatar advanced to the semifinals of the Second West Asia Men's Volleyball Championship, currently underway in Muscat, Oman. The team secured the second victory of the tournament by defeating Kuwait in straight sets in Group A. The tournament runs through July 22. Qatar's players sealed the »»»

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Gulf News 16h

Dh30m UAE Lottery: Two players walk away with Dh100,000 – check the winning numbers

Dubai: Several participants have walked away with cash prizes in the latest UAE Lottery Lucky Day draw held on Saturday. In Lucky Day Draw No. 260718, the winning numbers in the Days section were 13, 8, 10, 30, 31, 22, while the winning number in the Months section was 2. Three lucky participants h»»»

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Gulf News 16h

New York Mayor Mamdani weighs Netanyahu arrest during UN summit

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani is in talks over whether to try to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during an upcoming UN summit, he said in an interview published Saturday -- prompting a sharp rebuke from Netanyahu's camp. "I believe that Prime Minister Netanyahu belongs in The Hague»»»

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Daily News Egypt 17h

M squared CEO Karim Malash named in CNBC Arabia’s Top 100 Business Leaders for 2026

Karim Malash, chairperson and chief executive officer of M squared, has been named one of CNBC Arabia’s Top 100 Business Leaders for 2026. The ranking identifies executives, founders, and innovators based on their measurable performance and tangible impact on Middle Eastern economies and markets, r»»»

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France24 17h

German conservative parliamentary leader resigns over surrogate baby controversy

Jens Spahn, the parliamentary head of German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's CDU faction, resigned on Saturday amid mounting pressure over his use of a surrogate mother in the US despite a surrogacy ban in Germany. Spahn and his husband welcomed the child earlier this week, sparking criticism»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 17h

Pfizer and Poland go to court in question of limits of private creditor’s power over state

Poland’s Air Navigation Services Agency has challenged Pfizer in a Brussels court over the seizure of funds linked to Eurocontrol air traffic fees. The agency was not a party to the vaccine contract at the center of Pfizer’s approximately €1.3 bn claim against Poland. Polish authorities argue that »»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 17h

Poland’s interest rates depend largely on situation in Middle East

The National Bank of Poland kept its reference rate unchanged at 3.75% in July, but a rate cut later in 2026 remains possible. According to the Polish Economic Institute, the decision will depend mainly on the conflict in the Middle East and its effect on energy prices. The NBP expects inflation to»»»

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RT 18h

Truth Social to sell early access to Trump’s market-moving posts

US President Donald Trump’s social network Truth Social will start selling investors early access to posts from prominent accounts, most likely including his own, the holding company has announced. Critics argue that the move could create an unprecedented new way for the president to profit from hi»»»

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RT 18h

Google windfall helps EU plug budget gap

The EU is set to use a multibillion-euro antitrust fine imposed on Google to help ease pressure on the bloc’s budget after years of increased military spending and aid for Ukraine. The US tech giant has paid €4.6 billion ($5.4 billion), including interest, after losing a years-long legal battle ove»»»

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BNE 18h

Hungarian PM flags potential conflict of interest over former foreign minister’s move to BYD

Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar said former foreign minister Peter Szijjarto's appointment at Chinese electric vehicle maker BYD would not affect the government's relationship with the company, but raised concerns over potential conflicts of interest, Index.hu wrote after Magyar's July 16 pre»»»

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Dailynews Hungary 18h

BREAKING: Hungary's President Sulyok signs constitutional amendment ending his own mandate

Hungarian President Tamás Sulyok has signed the 17th amendment to Hungary’s Fundamental Law, confirming that his own presidential mandate will end the day after the legislation is officially published in the Hungarian Gazette. Sulyok announced the decision on his Facebook page on Saturday. The amen»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 18h

Construction of skyscraper in Gdańsk has begun

Construction has begun on the Big Boy high-rise in Gdańsk’s Przymorze Wielkie district. Developed by the Hossa Group, the building was originally announced in 2007 as a 202-meter tower but was later reduced to 99 meters. It will have 29 above-ground floors, one underground level, and nearly 25,000 »»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 18h

Galeria Podhalańska in Nowy Targ is nearing completion

Construction of Galeria Podhalańska in Nowy Targ is nearing completion, and leasing has begun. The shopping and entertainment center will offer about 80 stores across 25,000 square meters, along with a multiplex cinema, family areas, and a food court overlooking the Tatra Mountains. An underground »»»

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Arab News 18h

Police shift fasting Indian activist to hospital against his will

NEW DELHI: Authorities in India’s capital Delhi moved social activist Sonam Wangchuk to hospital against his wish on Saturday, after his condition worsened on the 21st day of a hunger strike launched to demand the resignation of the federal education minister. Wangchuk, 59, had been fasting since J»»»

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BNE 18h

KYIV BLOG: Ukraine’s new PM: one step forward, one big step backwards

Ukraine just got a new Prime Minister, Serhii Koretskyi, an oil and gas man that cut his teeth as an oil trader in the private sector before going to run Ukraine’s two biggest energy companies: Ukrnafta and Naftogaz. This is very good news. He is not a Zelenskiy loyalist and doesn’t really have any»»»

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BNE 18h

Bolivia investigates recruiters who lured citizens to fight for Russia

Bolivia has become the third Andean country this year to discover its own citizens fighting – and dying – in Russia's war on Ukraine. Prosecutors in La Paz opened a criminal investigation on July 14 into a recruitment network accused of luring Bolivian men abroad with fake construction jo»»»

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Arab News 19h

Infantino’s enlarged World Cup gamble pays off with punters

PARIS: The World Cup has engaged punters like never before with an 80 percent increase in betting volume compared to the 2022 edition, even taking into account the higher number of matches for a 48-team tournament, a betting expert told AFP. Although many football fans were skeptical about the incr»»»

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Dailynews Hungary 19h

Hungary lobbies Washington to avoid possible 100% US tariffs over Russian energy imports

Hungary has launched diplomatic efforts in Washington in an attempt to avert potential US tariffs that could severely affect the country’s exports if new sanctions targeting buyers of Russian energy are approved. Márton Hajdu, chairman of the Hungarian Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee, said h»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 19h

Heat wave will cost Polish economy for years to come

Each degree above 30°C may reduce labor productivity by about 3% and increase energy consumption by 1.2%, according to Allianz Trade. The greatest long-term damage, however, comes from lower business investment rather than temporary production losses. Companies facing weaker profits may postpone sp»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 19h

Fuel prices, especially diesel, will continue upward price trend

Fuel prices in Poland are expected to rise further next week if oil and wholesale fuel prices remain near current levels. Diesel could climb to PLN 7.80–7.90 per liter, while regular gasoline may reach PLN 7.30. Prices have already risen sharply since early July due to a VAT increase and higher fue»»»

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Dailynews Hungary 20h

Germany’s Baden-Württemberg seeks closer ties with Hungary as top officials meet in Budapest

Hungary is looking to deepen its partnership with Germany’s state of Baden-Württemberg after a series of high-level meetings in Budapest, with economic cooperation, youth exchanges and regional development among the key priorities. Foreign Minister Anita Orbán announced on Facebook that she had wel»»»

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RT 21h

The war must go on: NATO plans for no endgame

The North Atlantic Treaty Organization’s recent summit in Ankara has produced a decision that demands scrutiny. NATO member states have committed to providing Ukraine with military assistance worth €70 billion for 2026. This is not an emergency measure. This is the institutionalization of a permane»»»

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