Ebola outbreak becomes DRC's deadliest with more than 2,300 dead - UPI.com
A coordinator with U-Reporters, an UNICEF program to engage and inform local communities, wears a protective gown as he takes part in a campaign to raise awareness against Ebola in Goma, North Kivu, Democratic Republic of Congo, in late May. File Photo by Marie Jeanne Munyyerenkana/EPA Aug. 16 (UPI»»»
Saudi Arabia tightens airline checks on passenger travel documents
Dubai: Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) has directed all airlines operating at the Kingdom’s airports to ensure passengers have the documents required to enter or leave Saudi Arabia and to reach their final destinations or transit points. In a circular, GACA instructed comm»»»
Temperatures to hit 49°C as rain, fog and dust expected this week
Dubai: Temperatures are forecast to reach as high as 49°C in parts of the UAE on Monday, while rain-bearing clouds are expected to develop over eastern areas as the country heads into several days of unsettled weather, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). The NCM said conditions o»»»
Saudi Arabia braces for days of thunderstorms and heavy rain
Dubai: Heavy thunderstorms and rain are forecast to affect several parts of Saudi Arabia through Saturday, with the wettest conditions expected over southwestern regions later in the week, according to the National Centre for Meteorology (NCM). Forecasts based on the Saudi Numerical Model show rain»»»
Sabbath cafe clash lays bare Israel faultlines
JERUSALEM: Alma Ronen has been fighting in the Israeli military nearly constantly for more than two years. Spending her Saturday not in uniform but in a T-shirt and jeans, she would like to enjoy a coffee outside — and resents that her more religious compatriots think otherwise.Every week since Jun»»»
Cameroon beats Malawi 3-0 to win Women’s Africa Cup of Nations for the first time
RABAT, Morocco: Three goals for three lost finals. Cameroon finally won the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday with a 3-0 victory over tournament debutant Malawi. Marie Ngah Manga headed two goals and Naomi Eto scored the other while Cameroon kept Malawi’s Chawinga sisters in check to claim it»»»
The buck stops somewhere else: A look at Trump’s tendency to avoid blame when things go awry
WASHINGTON: It is among the most famous phrases in presidential history: ” The buck stops here.” Except with President Donald Trump, it almost never does. Concerns about a weak economy and still-high inflation? His predecessor, Joe Biden, saddled him with that, he says, even though the Democrat has»»»
‘You always learn about yourself in the ring’: Meet the British-Egyptian expat building a Muay Thai community for women
For a few minutes, the gym isn't a gym. I'm watching two sturdy women, one commanding the other to deliver the highest kicks and punches. It's an art; it looks graceful, I mutter to the person nearest to me. There is no ungainliness or uncoordinated kick: the arms and legs hit at stern angles. It's»»»
US-Iran standoff: What UAE residents need to know today (Aug. 17, 2026)
The UAE remains open for business and air travel, but the sharp decline in Hormuz shipping and the recent attacks on three UAE-linked vessels show that the regional security environment remains fragile. With the deadline for a temporary agreement expiring today (Monday, August 17, 2026) the US-Iran»»»
The summer advantage: Why learning should not stop when school does
Summer should first be a time for students to rest and reset. But it also offers something the academic calendar rarely does: space to explore without the immediate pressure of grades, exams, and deadlines. Used well, this time can help young people test an interest, build a practical skill, and un»»»
Jared Kushner meets with Hamas, regional leaders to push peace plan - UPI.com
Jared Kushner during the signing ceremony for the Board of Peace at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, on Jan. 22. File Photo by World Economic Forum/Benedikt von Loebel/UPI | License Photo Aug. 16 (UPI) -- U.S. President Donald Trump's Middle East envoy Jared Kushner on Sunday met wit»»»
Ambassador to Mexico says Jalisco Cartel member nabbed in U.S. - UPI.com
Ronald Johnson, U.S. ambassador to Mexico, said Sunday that federal immigration agents have arrested and handed over three people wanted in Mexico, including a member of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Aug. 16 (UPI) -- The U.S. ambassador to Mexico, »»»
Iran general warns of ‘offensive’ military posture, strategic surprises as US-Iran 60‑day ceasefire framework hangs in balance
As the Aug. 17 deadline for the 60-day US-Iran memorandum arrives, Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) political deputy, Brig. General Yadollah Javani warned that Iran's military posture could shift from defensive to offensive, telling state broadcaster IRIB that Tehran's future actions could »»»
Scottie Scheffler back to his dominant self and opens PGA Tour postseason with 8-shot win
MEMPHIS, Tennessee: Scottie Scheffler was back to his dominant form Sunday, turning a two-shot lead into a runaway in the FedEx St. Jude Championship. He closed with a 4-under 66 for an eight-shot victory, the largest in the 68-year history at the TPC Southwind. Scheffler ended nearly seven months »»»
Dubai FAA explains protections for employees reporting financial violations
Dubai: Employees who uncover financial or administrative violations at organisations overseen by Dubai’s Financial Audit Authority can apply for employment protection when they report wrongdoing, with safeguards that can include confidentiality, protection from workplace discrimination and interven»»»
Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo becomes deadliest in country’s history
DAKAR: The Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo has killed 2,325 people, government data showed on Sunday, surpassing the toll from the 2018-2020 outbreak to become the deadliest in the country’s history. Congo’s public health institute said in its latest report that confirmed cases had»»»
Scottie Scheffler back to his dominant self and opens PGA Tour postseason with 8-shot win
MEMPHIS, Tennessee: Scottie Scheffler was back to his dominant form Sunday, turning a two-shot lead into a runaway in the FedEx St. Jude Championship. He closed with a 4-under 66 for an eight-shot victory, the largest in the 68-year history at the TPC Southwind.Scheffler ended nearly seven months w»»»
Thieves steal 4 Renaissance artworks in a Sicilian museum heist during an Italian holiday
MILAN: Thieves stole four works attributed to Renaissance painter Antonello da Messina worth millions of euros from the regional museum in the city of Messina in Sicily while crowds gathered across town for the traditional Assumption holiday celebrations, cultural officials and Italian media said S»»»
Trump to scale back U.S. joint military exercises with South Korea - UPI.com
U.S. President Donald Trump in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, D.C. on Aug. 10. Trump on Sunday announced he ordered the Pentagon to scale back its involvement with joint military exercises with South Korea that are set to begin this week. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo »»»
Trump hails ‘Big, Bold’ Mecca defence pact as Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan forge new security bloc
US President Donald Trump has welcomed a new defence agreement between Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan, describing the deal as a “big, bold, and important first step” toward greater regional security. In a post shared on social media, Trump said he was “very happy” that the three countries had si»»»
Indiana officials shifting to recovery efforts after deadly flooding - UPI.com
A flooded field is shown in Indianapolis where the White River had crested on Sunday. More than a dozen Indiana countries were declared local disasters due to due rapidly rising waters. Photo courtesy Indianapolis Fire Department/Facebook Aug. 16 (UPI) -- Officials in Central Indiana have shifted t»»»
Concentration Camp Ukraine? In a comedian’s dictatorship, a pop singer tells the truth
Except for the unfortunate victims of Western information blackouts and propaganda, it has long been obvious that Ukraine under its leader-beyond-elections Vladimir Zelensky is not a democracy, even by the real world’s low standards. Zelensky’s regime is extremely corrupt, authoritarian, and lethal»»»
Kushner meets with Hamas in push to revive Gaza plan
US President Donald Trump's son-in-law and envoy Jared Kushner met Hamas's new leader in Egypt on Sunday, sources with knowledge of the talks told AFP, in a push to revive a Gaza peace plan rejected by Israel. Two weeks after Hamas endorsed the latest stage of Trump's Gaza plan by saying it would h»»»
Strikes kill 19 in Russia and Ukraine
Strikes killed 19 people in Russia and Ukraine, authorities said Sunday, as waves of drones and missiles pummelled civilian infrastructure on both sides. With fighting at the front at a near standstill and talks frozen, the warring countries have significantly stepped up long-range attacks deep beh»»»
Trump welcomes defense pact between Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and Pakistan
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump said Sunday he was pleased by the recent signing of a defense pact between Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and Pakistan.“Very happy to see that Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, and Pakistan have recently, and finally, signed the Makkah Joint Defense Agreement,” he wrote on his Tru»»»
Trump says US scaling back military drills with South Korea
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump said he was “not happy” about US participation in joint military exercises with close ally South Korea and is scaling back the drills aimed at deterring North Korea that start Monday. “These exercises are not only costly, with much of these costs paid for by t»»»
Arteta hails his team’s desire as Arsenal lift Community Shield
PA Media/DPA Cardiff (Wales) Mikel Arteta hailed Arsenal’s desire “to go straight again” after Manchester City were overwhelmed 3-0 by the Premier League champions in the Community Shield on Sunday. City never recovered from Riccardo Calafiori’s goal after just 24 seconds - the quickest in the Comm»»»
MoEHE targets an stimulating start to new academic year
As part of the community events accompanying the campaign, the Ministry is renewing its partnership with Mowasalat “Karwa” through a special pavilion at “Place Vendôme” during the period from August 21-27, from 4 pm to 10 pm, which includes a range of interactive, entertaining and educational event»»»
MES Indian School marks I-Day with cultural fiesta
Tribune News Network Doha MES Indian School, Doha, celebrated India’s 80th Independence Day with patriotic fervour and enthusiasm. The celebration was graced by Chief Guest Hazmal Ismail, president (officiating); Dr Najeeb K.P., general secretary; Najeeb M.A., director; Shaheed Alungath, director, »»»
Chattogram Samity Qatar organises free medical camp
Tribune News Network Doha Demonstrating a shared commitment to community welfare and corporate social responsibility (CSR), Chattogram Samity Qatar, in collaboration with Naseem Medical Centre, organised a day-long Free Medical Check-up camp for Bangladeshi expatriates on Friday, August 14, 2026, a»»»
BPS I-Day event celebratesIndia’s remarkable journey
Tribune News Network Doha Birla Public School, Doha celebrated the 80th Independence Day of India on August 15 at the school campus with great patriotic fervour. The celebrations commenced with the unfurling of the Indian National Flag by Director C. V. Rappai, along with management representatives»»»
MESIS celebrates 80th Independence Day with patriotic zeal, enthusiasm
Tribune News Network Doha MES Indian School (MESIS), Abu Hamour Branch, celebrated the 80th Independence Day of India with great pride and patriotic zeal on its campus. The celebration commenced with the hoisting of the National Flag by the Chief Guest Dr Najeeb K.P., general secretary, M.E.S Gover»»»
Qatar Charity celebrates graduation of 7th cohort at Sarajevo student residence
TribuneNews Network Sarajevo – Bosnia and Herzegovina Qatar Charity (QC) held a graduation ceremony in Sarajevo for the seventh cohort of female students at the Doha Al Khair Student Residence for the 2025/2026 academic year. The event was attended by Qatar Charity officials, guests, staff members,»»»
QF welcomes over 800 new students to Education City
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Foundation has welcomed more than 800 university students to its unique ecosystem of knowledge at Marhaba – the annual orientation event that kicks off a new academic year at Education City. Designed for students joining Qatar Foundation’s (QF) ecosystem of eight uni»»»
PSG beaten by Lens in French Champions' Trophy
Lens, France: Ten-man Lens denied Paris Saint-Germain a second trophy in five days as Florian Thauvin's first-half goal secured a 1-0 victory in the French Champions' Trophy on Sunday. Lens were worthy winners in their first match under new coach Dino Toppmoeller, adding to the French Cup title the»»»
Al-Shaibani, Safadi discuss Syria-Jordan coordination, regional developments
Damascus, Aug. 17 (SANA) Syria’s Foreign and Expatriates Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani and Jordanian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Ayman Safadi discussed, during a phone call on Sunday, bilateral coordination and the latest regional developments. The two »»»
How Israel is trying to shape what AI tells users about Gaza
LONDON: For decades, governments seeking to influence foreign public opinion have relied on familiar tools: advertising campaigns, lobbying firms, television appearances, social media and carefully placed opinion pieces. Now a new target has emerged — artificial intelligence. Israel has launched an»»»
Netanyahu election billboard groups New York Mayor Mamdani among Israel’s enemies
LONDON: The party of Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu has grouped New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Turkiye’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan together with the leaders of Iran and Hezbollah in a campaign poster depicting Israel’s enemies. The giant Likud billboard in Tel Aviv for the October electi»»»
Russia's fuel crisis is back as Ukraine continues to knock out Russian refineries
Petrol rationing is back across Russia after the peak of the Ukraine-caused fuel crisis seemed to have passed, and this time a governor has admitted his region's refinery will be out of action for six months. Ukrainian drones struck the Gazprom Neftekhim Salavat refining complex in Bashkortostan on»»»
Russia's fuel crisis is back as Ukraine continues to knock out Russian refineries
Petrol rationing is back across Russia after the peak of the Ukraine-caused fuel crisis seemed to have passed, and this time a governor has admitted his region's refinery will be out of action for six months. Ukrainian drones struck the Gazprom Neftekhim Salavat refining complex in Bashkortostan on»»»
Türkiye expands border crossings with Syria to boost trade
Ankara, Aug. 16 (SANA) Türkiye is expanding and upgrading several customs crossings along its border with Syria as it seeks to increase capacity, improve infrastructure and accommodate growing trade ahead of Syria’s reconstruction phase. Türkiye’s Trade Ministry is carrying out projects to expand b»»»
Syria detains seven after man dies following beating in custody
DAMASCUS: Syria said it detained seven people after a man with a condition that can lead to uncontrolled bleeding died on Sunday following a beating in police custody, with two government ministers vowing accountability.The emergencies and disaster management ministry said Mohammed Ghumeira died “d»»»
Zionist Channel 13: There is no doubt that Trump is learning a familiar lesson from his own experience and from all our experiences, which indicates that starting a war is far easier than ending it - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Zionist Channel 13: There is no doubt that Trump is learning a familiar lesson from his own experience and from all our experiences, which »»»
Russian Forces Hit Ukrainian Uncrewed Boats Production Facility - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Russian Forces Hit Ukrainian Uncrewed Boats Production Facility 16-08-2026 22:53 PM Russian drones struck facilities for the production and»»»
Paks on the brink: Critical days ahead, ‘superhuman work’ underway to keep 2 turbines running
“Superhuman work” is underway to raise the water levels of the River Danube near the Paks nuclear plant to keep two of its turbines operational, Prime Minister Péter Magyar said on Facebook on Sunday. Tuesday and Wednesday will be critical, as an additional 14-15cm drop is expected in the water lev»»»
US retail sales post sharpest decline in more than a year
New York, Aug. 16 (SANA) US retail sales unexpectedly fell 0.6% in July, their steepest decline since May 2025, as spending linked to tax refunds, the World Cup and Amazon’s Prime Day faded, Commerce Department data showed. The fall followed a revised 0.2% increase in June and was weaker than econo»»»
Cristiano Ronaldo: ‘This is probably my last year’
RIYADH: Cristiano Ronaldo is inching closer to retirement.“This is probably my last year of football, and I want to leave a spectacular legacy,” Ronaldo, 41, told Vogue in an interview published on Sunday.Ronaldo, whose Al-Nassr contract runs until June 2027, previously has stopped short of givin»»»
Palestinian family forced to tear down East Jerusalem home under Israeli order
LONDON: Israeli authorities on Sunday forced a Palestinian man to demolish his home in the Silwan neighborhood of occupied East Jerusalem after determining that it had been built without an Israeli-issued permit, according to the Jerusalem Governorate. Mamoun Salem Shuyukhi demolished the roughly 7»»»
Qatar U18 basketball team lose to China at Asian Championship
New Delhi: The Qatar U18 basketball team lost 66-118 to China in their second Group C match at the FIBA U18 Asia Cup, currently being held in India through August 23. The tournament features 16 teams divided into four groups. China dominated throughout the game, winning all four quarters 32-11, 32-»»»
Review: ‘The Dangers in My Heart: The Movie’
“The Dangers in My Heart: The Movie” brings one of anime’s most charming coming-of-age romances to the big screen, offering fans a nostalgic return to the awkward, funny and increasingly heartfelt relationship between Kyotaro Ichikawa and Anna Yamada. Released in Japanese cinemas earlier this year,»»»