TAP 5m

FM calls on CEN-SAD Member States to pool efforts to revitalise Community and activate its role

Tunis, April 12 (TAP) - Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad Mohamed Ali Nafti pointed out that the current challenges facing the region call upon the Community of Sahel-Saharan States (CEN-SAD) member States to exert joint...»»»

The Peninsula 10m

Irish ministers to hold emergency meet over fuel cost protests

London: The Irish government was on Sunday due to hold an emergency cabinet meeting to sign off on measures aimed at ending fuel cost protests that have endangered the functioning of the country's emergency services. Hauliers and agricultural contractors began a series of protests on Tuesday over s»»»

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The Peninsula 10m

Saudi Foreign Minister discusses regional updates with South Korean Presidential Envoy

Riyadh: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah met today with the South Korean President's Chief of Staff and Special Envoy, Kang Hoon-sik, who is visiting Riyadh. During the meeting, they reviewed bilateral cooperation between the two countries and discussed regional developm»»»

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The Peninsula 10m

Jordan King discusses cooperation opportunities with Syrian delegation

Amman: King Abdullah II of Jordan met today with the Syrian ministerial delegation participating in the second session of the Higher Coordination Council between Jordan and Syria to discuss opportunities for cooperation between the two countries in various fields. During the meeting, the Jordanian »»»

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Al Awsat 24m

What Effect do Painkillers Have on Blood Pressure?

People with high blood pressure should exercise caution when using over-the-counter painkillers. No medication is entirely risk-free. Anti-inflammatory painkillers such as ibuprofen can raise blood pressure, increasing the risk of heart attack or stroke. Patients with hypertension are advised to av»»»

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Al Awsat 24m

How Does Mental Health Affect Diabetes Patients?

Mental health has a direct and bidirectional impact on people with diabetes. Psychological stress such as loneliness, anxiety and depression can raise blood sugar levels through hormonal effects, while also reducing motivation for self-care. According to Healthline, estimates suggest that about 10%»»»

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Al Awsat 24m

Hearing Aids Can Seem Like a Big Step. This NYC Ballet Principal Dancer Doesn't Regret Taking It

Sara Mearns was missing her cues. She couldn't hear what her dance partner was saying from across the studio. She was late for her entrances because the music sounded too soft. Without telling anyone, she finally made an appointment to get her hearing checked. Mearns learned that she had hearing lo»»»

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Naharnet 27m

World urges respect for Iran-US truce, Putin says willing to mediate

Iran and the United States failed to strike a deal Sunday to end the war in the Middle East, but there was no immediate return to hostilities and world leaders quickly urged both sides to pursue the diplomatic route to peace. U.S. Vice President JD Vance left Pakistan after the talks -- the highest»»»

Naharnet 33m

Hezbollah denies link to cell accused of planning Damascus attack

Hezbollah denied on Sunday any link to a cell accused by Syrian authorities of planning an attack on a religious figure in Damascus, saying it conducts no activity in the country. Syria's interior ministry said Saturday that security forces had arrested a woman attempting to plant an explosive devi»»»

Naharnet 33m

Pope says there is a 'moral obligation' to protect Lebanese people

Pope Leo XIV expressed his closeness to the people of Lebanon on Sunday, saying there was a "moral obligation" to protect them while calling on warring parties to seek peace. Lebanon was drawn into the Middle East war last month as Israel pursues Hezbollah, with Lebanese authorities reporting more »»»

TAP 36m

Tunisia to partake in Première Vision Paris, September 1-3

Tunis, April 12 (TAP) - Tunisia will partake in the 2nd Première Vision Paris international fashion fair, due next September 1-3 in Paris. This participation stems from renewed efforts to promote the textile and clothing sector in the French...»»»

Gulf News 36m

Abu Dhabi Police urge public not to hold celebratory parades without authorisation

The Abu Dhabi Police General Headquarters has called on the public not to organise any celebratory marches or gatherings unless they are pre-approved by the relevant authorities. The force emphasised the importance of adhering to applicable laws and regulations to safeguard public safety and preven»»»

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RT 36m

Prof. Schlevogt’s Compass No. 52: High time to come back – why MNCs belong back in Russia

There is a time for goodbye – and a time for reunion. When foreign companies beat a hasty retreat from Russia in 2022 amid the Ukraine conflict, they framed their departures as a moral necessity. In truth, for many, it was a costly act of panic: Abrupt, politically driven, and strategically short-s»»»

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TAP 48m

Loggerhead sea turtle rescued by fishermen in Golf of Monastir

Tunis, April 12 (TAP)- A loggerhead sea turtle (Caretta caretta) was rescued Saturday by fishermen in the Golf of Monastir after swallowing a hook, Notre Grand Bleu said. The fishermen alerted the organisation and transported the animal to its...»»»

Al Awsat 48m

Golden Eagle Soars over England’s Skies after Century and a Half of Absence

Golden eagles could return to England’s skies after an absence of more than 150 years, according to a study that identified eight areas capable of supporting populations of the species. The government has allocated about £1m for a reintroduction programme, according to The Guardian. “The world is g»»»

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Gulf News 49m

Bahrain offers public schools choice between in-person classroom and remote learning

Dubai: Bahrain’s Ministry of Education has announced that students in public schools will be given the option to continue remote learning or return to in-person classes from April 19. The decision applies to all educational stages, with schools set to contact students and parents this week to confi»»»

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Sputnik 50m

Iran Wants Total End to War, Not Temporary Ceasefire Allowing US and Israel to Regroup: Prof

The US and Israel are facing “severe political and military problems” and looking for a “pause” in hostilities “to reload and regather, refocus and try again” against Iran. That’s not what Tehran is after, says Daffodil University journalism professor Greg Simons. The June 2025 war and the current »»»

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EU Observer 56m

[Interview] Hungarian journalist on life in Orbán’s media: ‘The moment they told me what I couldn’t ask, I knew it wouldn’t last’

Alinda Veiszer is a Hungarian television editor, presenter, journalist, and author. She became known at a time when she was working in Hungarian public media. In recent years, she has run her own channel on Patreon, where she publishes conversations with some of the best-known figures in Hungarian »»»

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Gulf News 58m

800 ships stranded in Hormuz, Al Jaber flags supply risk

Dubai: Fresh figures shared on Sunday by Dr Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber point to a sharp escalation in disruptions across the Strait of Hormuz, with at least 22 ships attacked, 10 crew members killed and close to 800 commercial vessels now stranded, including almost 400 oil tankers. Sign up for our daily»»»

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The Peninsula 59m

New Iraqi president officially assumes office

Baghdad: New Iraqi President Nizar Amidi officially assumed office today. The Iraqi Presidency stated in a press release that President Amidi officially assumed his duties as President of the country during a presidential ceremony held at Baghdad Palace. The statement added that following the offic»»»

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TAP 60m

Tunis to host CSR Power Forum, May 5-6

Tunis, April 12 (TAP) - The fifth edition of the CSR Power Forum will be held next May 5-6 in Tunis, with the participation of numerous international experts, decision-makers and business leaders. This year's edition will highlight the challenges...»»»

Gulf News 1h

Watch: Dubai completes first phase of Dh500m sewerage and stormwater project in Al Quoz

Dubai: Dubai Municipality on Sunday announced that it has completed the first phase of its Sewerage and Stormwater Network Development Project in Al Quoz Creative Zone, at a cost of Dh250 million. The total investment in the project, in what is described as one of Dubai's most dynamic and economica»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Kuwait adds 25 names to terror list, bringing total to 219

Dubai: Kuwait has added 25 new names to its national terrorism list, including 24 citizens and one non-Kuwaiti, bringing the total number of individuals and entities designated to 219. According to Al Rai Arabic daily, the move was announced by the Special Committee tasked with the implementation o»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Israeli Strike Kills Infant Girl in South Lebanon during Father's Funeral

Wrapped in bloodied bandages, Aline Saeed, seven, barely survived the Israeli strike on her home in south Lebanon last week. She was there to bury her father as hopes of a truce spread across the region, but a new strike killed her infant sister and other relatives. The strike on the Saeed family h»»»

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Sputnik 1h

Here's Why the Future of Iran-US Negotiations is on Shaky Ground

Iran is wary of further talks with the US and right to be so, Daffodil University professor Dr. Greg Simons told Sputnik, commenting on the impasse hit in negotiations in Islamabad on Saturday. "The fact that the US tried to run the Strait of Hormuz with its naval vessels during the negotiations ju»»»

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Sputnik 1h

Trump Says US Naval Blockade in Strait of Hormuz Will Begin Shortly

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - US President Donald Trump said on Sunday that the United States would soon start the naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz to prevent Iran from using what he described as "extortion." "The Blockade will begin shortly. Other Countries will be involved with this Blockade," Trump w»»»

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Al Awsat 1h