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Nepali climber alive after six days missing on Everest

Kathmandu, Nepal: A Nepali climbing guide who went missing on Mount Everest for six days and was believed dead has been found alive after crawling alone almost to Base Camp, officials told AFP on Thursday. His wife had even begun to offer last rite prayers for his soul, she told AFP at the hospital»»»

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Sri Lanka care home manager arrested after fire kills 12

Colombo, Sri Lanka: The manager of a Sri Lankan care home was arrested Thursday, a day after a fire killed 12 residents and injured six others, officials said. The manager of the Maupiya Sewana Elders Home was arrested as forensic experts combed through the wreckage and discovered seven more charre»»»

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Indian police arrest hotel owner after deadly fire

New Delhi, India: Indian police have arrested the owner of a New Delhi hotel where a fire killed 21 people, as investigators probe safety failures. Police said owner Lavkesh Bajaj was arrested late Wednesday, hours after the blaze gutted the building, killing at least nine Indians and several forei»»»

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Arab News 10m

Netanyahu faces plunging support in north Israel as voters demand tougher Lebanon stance

KIRYAT SHMONA: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces plunging support in the electorally vital north where Hezbollah rocket fire has been heaviest, a new poll has shown, putting pressure on him to take a more hawkish stance as elections loom. Wednesday night’s ceasefire agreement between »»»

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Arab News 10m

Lebanese Americans open their wallets and hearts as war rages back home

CANTON: Every week, Mirvet Makki sets aside earnings from her catering business to help people in Lebanon displaced by the war between Israel and Hezbollah militants. Makki, 47, who cooks Lebanese dishes like couscous stews and traditional kibbeh balls in the Detroit suburb of Dearborn Heights, imm»»»

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Al Manar 14m

Washington Divided: House Restricts Trump’s Iran War Authority - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Washington Divided: House Restricts Trump’s Iran War Authority 04-06-2026 10:37 AM US President Donald Trump, with Secretary of Defense Pet»»»

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Al Awsat 16m

From Poplars to Pistachios, Afghans Rediscover the Value of Trees

Under the shade of recently planted poplars in northeastern Afghanistan, village leader Ghulam Ali Poya is proud to see residents rediscover the value of trees after years of wartime deforestation. "There were forests of pistachio trees," he told AFP, gesturing to the bare mountains that surround C»»»

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The Peninsula 20m

Obama's 'Star Wars' center touts his legacy

Chicago, United States: It's been nicknamed the "Obamalisk" and compared to a Star Wars spaceship and the Eye of Sauron from "The Lord of the Rings". Barack Obama's $850-million-dollar presidential center in Chicago has caused a stir even before the Democratic former president officially opens it o»»»

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Gulf News 22m

Research Science Investment celebrates Morocco’s reading champions at landmark National Reading Programme ceremony

Research Science Investment (RSI), UAE, hosted a distinguished cultural celebration at Mohammed VI Tower, one of Morocco’s most iconic landmarks and the tallest tower in Africa, to honor an outstanding group of readers among Moroccan students and educators. The event was organized in partnership wi»»»

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Naharnet 34m

Israel far-right minister slams ceasefire with Lebanon as 'serious mistake'

Israel's far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir criticized on Thursday a ceasefire deal with Lebanon brokered by Washington, calling it a "serious mistake". "The ceasefire with Lebanon is a serious mistake and the pipe dreams of advisers are dragging the prime minister (Benjamin Netan»»»

Sputnik 40m

Indonesia Bets on BRICS Tech Partnerships to Fuel Its Industrial Rise

Indonesia sees BRICS as a gateway to transforming the country into a technology-producing nation, BRIN Steering Committee member Tri Mumpuni tells Sputnik on the SPIEF 2026 sidelines. “I have seen firsthand how Russia and China possess remarkable technology, and we should cooperate so that this tec»»»

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Sputnik 40m

LIVE UPDATES: St. Petersburg International Economic Forum Day 2

The 29th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum runs from June 3 to 6 under the theme "Pragmatic Dialogue: The Path to a Stable Future." The event brought together representatives from more than 130 countries. The agenda, spanning over 380 events, prioritizes joint ventures, settlements in nat»»»

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The Peninsula 44m

Brazil striker Igor targets World Cup glory

New Jersey, USA: Brazil striker Igor Thiago said Wednesday he is eager to make history as the South American team bids for its sixth World Cup title in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The 24-year-old described the June 11-July 19 tournament as a "unique chance" that he doesn't intend to waste»»»

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China activates emergency response over expected rainstorms in coming Dd

Beijing, China: China’s Ministry of Emergency Management activated a Level 4 national emergency response to address geological disasters in Jiangxi, Hunan, and Guizhou provinces, amid forecasts of heavy rain and storms in the coming days. The weather forecast indicates that parts of north-central J»»»

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Al Awsat 52m

Nepali Climber Alive after Six Days Missing on Everest

A Nepali climbing guide who went missing on Mount Everest for six days and was feared dead has been found alive after crawling back to Base Camp, officials told AFP on Thursday. The experienced Hillary Dawa Sherpa vanished on the upper reaches of the world's highest mountain early on May 30. He was»»»

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Al Awsat 52m

Katz: Israel to Continue Operations in Lebanon for Now Despite Ceasefire

Israel will continue its operations on the ground in southern Lebanon for the time being and Lebanese residents forced from their homes by Israel would not be able to return, Defense Minister Israel Katz said on Thursday. His comments came a day after Lebanon and Israel said they had ⁠agreed to imp»»»

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The Peninsula 56m

Washington announces ceasefire agreement between Israel, Lebanon

Washington, USA: The US announced that Israel and Lebanon had reached a ceasefire agreement, following the conclusion of the second and final day of the fourth round of negotiations between the two sides in Washington. The US State Department said in a statement that the two sides, at the direction»»»

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Oil falls, with brent crude recording $97.14 per barrel

Beijing, China: Oil prices declined Thursday, after gains in previous sessions, amid investors monitoring developments in global markets. Brent crude futures fell 67 cents, or 0.69%, to $97.14 per barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude dropped 62 cents, or 0.65%, to $95.40 per barrel.»»»

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Arab News 1h

Overnight fighting in Mogadishu, smoke over city: AFP

MOGADISHU: Heavy gunfire shook Somalia’s capital overnight and smoke rose over the city on Thursday, AFP journalists reported, after pitched battles erupted between political factions ahead of planned protests. President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud plunged Somalia into a new political crisis in mid May w»»»

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Arab News 1h

Indian police arrest hotel owner after deadly fire

NEW DELHI: Indian police have arrested the owner of a New Delhi hotel where a fire killed 21 people, as investigators probe safety failures. Police said owner Lavkesh Bajaj was arrested late Wednesday, hours after the blaze gutted the building, killing at least nine Indians and several foreigners. »»»

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Arab News 1h

Mexico’s popular former president blasts Trump as US ties hit low

MEXICO CITY: Former Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador accused Washington on Wednesday of employing “interventionist and unscrupulous practices” to bolster Mexico’s right-wing opposition ​and weaken his leftist political movement. The remarks come amid escalating tension between the Unit»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Young talent shines as QCA concludes schools chess championship

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Chess Association (QCA) has successfully concluded the Qatar Foundation Primary Schools Championship 2026, held in cooperation with Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development and the Ministry of Sports and Youth. The tournament featured 47 players repre»»»

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Business-review 1h

Critical raw materials: can Romania help reduce Europe’s dependence on China?

Almost without realising it, Europe has outsourced the industrial foundations of its future to a single supplier. This is no longer about Russian gas; that lesson was learned through soaring energy bills and a war at the European Union’s borders. The new challenge concerns critical raw materials: r»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Indian expat wins Dh20m Big Ticket prize after seven years of trying

Dubai: An Indian expat based in Bahrain won the Dh20 million grand prize in Big Ticket's latest live draw on Wednesday, walking away with a life-changing windfall after seven years of persistent participation. Krishna Kumar Syamala Ravindran, 43, is a businessman from the south Indian state of Kera»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Indian police arrest hotel owner after deadly fire

Indian police have arrested the owner of a New Delhi hotel where a fire killed 21 people, as investigators probe safety failures. Police said owner Lavkesh Bajaj was arrested late Wednesday, hours after the blaze gutted the building, killing at least nine Indians and several foreigners. Get updated»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Why demand for second residency is going up

Concerns over job security amid economic uncertainty and advances in AI are driving a surge in UAE residents seeking second residency options abroad. While financial goals and property investments once dominated long-term planning, many professionals and families are now prioritising security, mobi»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

‘We believe in our chances’: Al Haydos ready for one more World Cup mission

Doha, Qatar: Hassan Al Haydos has experienced almost everything in Qatari football. He has lifted two AFC Asian Cup trophies as captain, become the country’s most capped player, played at a home FIFA World Cup and built a national team career spanning nearly two decades. Yet as Qatar prepare for th»»»

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Minister of Finance attends opening of OECD Ministerial Council Meeting

Paris: The Minister of Finance, H E Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari, attended the opening of the 2026 Ministerial Council Meeting of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), held under the theme “Getting Industrial Policies Right for Open Markets, Growth and Prosperity” in Paris, »»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Qatar Chamber discusses strengthening cooperation with several Ambassadors

Doha, Qatar: Chairman of the Qatar Chamber (QC), Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani, received four ambassadors in separate meetings yesterday, at the Chamber’s headquarters. He met individually with H E Oliver Owcza, Ambassador of Germany; H E Arnaud Pescheux, Ambassador of France; H E»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Lebanon’s Shiite Duo Drops Israeli Withdrawal Demand in Ceasefire Talks

Recent statements by Lebanon’s Shiite duo - the Amal Movement and Hezbollah - indicate a tacit acceptance that Israeli forces could remain in Lebanese territory during an anticipated ceasefire phase. This marks a shift from their previous insistence that any truce be accompanied by an Israeli withd»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Sheikh Jassim bin Jabr Al Thani Primary Healthcare Center serves 4,323 beneficiaries at Jordan’s Azraq Camp

Doha, Qatar: The Sheikh Jassim bin Jabr Al Thani Primary Healthcare Center in Jordan’s Azraq Refugee Camp, established by the Jassim and Hamad Bin Jassim Charitable Foundation, has announced its monthly healthcare statistics for April 2026, underscoring its ongoing commitment to providing comprehen»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Dubai shoppers can win 12 homes with Dh500 spend in new Summer Surpises campaign

Dubai: Dubai shoppers will soon have the chance to win a home simply by spending Dh500 during this year’s Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS), as the city launches one of its biggest-ever retail promotions to boost summer shopping and tourism activity. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & »»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Lifeline Hackathon 2026 at Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar draws record participation

The Hamad Bin Jassim Center for Computer Science Education, established by the Jassim and Hamad Bin Jassim Charitable Foundation in collaboration with Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar, a partner university of Qatar Foundation, organized the third annual Lifeline Hackathon, focusing on creating o»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

How QF’s schools have shaped future of their graduates

Doha, Qatar: As the Class of 2026 from Qatar Foundation schools prepare to begin a new chapter in their lives, alumni of Qatar Academy Doha (QAD) are reflecting on how their school experiences shaped their personalities, broadened their perspectives, and guided them toward successful careers. Gradu»»»

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Arab News 1h

Best and Worst: Rama Mourad, UAE-based fashion and travel influencer on travel, books and concerts

DUBAI: The UAE-based fashion and travel influencer on travel, books and concerts. Best TV show/film you’ve ever seen? “Friends.” It’s timeless, comforting, and never gets old no matter how many times I rewatch it. Worst TV show/film you’ve ever seen? Honestly, anything horror. It genuinely haunts m»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Sneaker Con Doha welcomes 33,000 visitors in largest Sneaker Con event

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Calendar has concluded the inaugural edition of Sneaker Con Doha, which took place from May 29 to 31, 2026 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC), marking a major milestone for the globally renowned franchise. Welcoming more than 33,000 visitors over three days, Snea»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

EAA celebrates 74 Afghan scholars’ graduation from 27 US host institutions

Doha, Qatar: Education Above All (EAA) Foundation, a global foundation for education and development, with the support of its strategic partner, the Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD), celebrated the graduation of 74 Afghan students supported through the Qatar Scholarship for Afghans Project (QSAP),»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

WCM-Q professor awarded $9m global Parkinson’s research grant

Doha, Qatar: Prof. Hilal A. Lashuel, professor of neuroscience in neurology at Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q), a Qatar Foundation partner university, has been awarded a $9m, three-year research grant from Aligning Science Across Parkinson’s (ASAP) in partnership with The Michael J. Fox Founda»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Al Ansari stresses dialogue, diplomacy to reduce tensions

Berlin: Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majid bin Mohammed Al Ansari participated yesterday in Berlin in a dialogue session on current regional challenges and Qatar’s mediation efforts in addressing international crises. The session wa»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

South Korea edge El Salvador 1-0 in final World Cup warm-up

Provo, United States: South Korea kept up their momentum ahead of the World Cup with a 1-0 win over El Salvador on Wednesday in their final friendly before the tournament begins next week. Lee Dong-gyeong scored 10 minutes into the second half at their training base in Utah to give South Korea thei»»»

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Qatar to empower future tech leaders through high-impact cyber initiative

Doha, Qatar: The National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA), represented by the National Cyber Security Academy, yesterday announced the opening of registration for the 3rd Summer Cyber Youth Camp 2026. This specialised initiative, organised in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Higher Edu»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Canadian Government Endorses Plan to Move Whales from Shuttered Park to US, Spain

Canada's government endorsed a plan Wednesday to move the last remaining captive whales from a shuttered theme park in Ontario to aquariums in the United States and Spain — a plan that could save them from mass euthanasia if the deal goes through. There are 30 belugas and four dolphins left in the »»»

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24 News Agency 2h

Kyrgyzstan's Ambassador, head of Khakassia discuss cooperation - | 24.KG

The Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Kyrgyzstan and the head of Khakassia held a meeting on the sidelines of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum. Kubanychbek Bokontaev and Valentin Konovalov discussed issues of expanding and intensifying cooperation. According to the head»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Qatar's HIMYAN card now accepted for payments in Bahrain

Doha, Qatar: In line with the Third Financial Sector Strategy and as part of Qatar Central Bank's ongoing efforts to develop digital payment systems and services, and to strengthen cooperation among the GCC countries, Qatar Central Bank announced the acceptance of the national payment card HIMYAN i»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Iraq Faces Delayed Showdown with Factions Rejecting State Arms Control

Observers in Baghdad say a long-delayed confrontation may be looming with factions that reject the principle of “placing arms under state control,” a move announced by political groups and welcomed by the Iraqi government and the United States. The warnings come as reports suggest the US-backed gov»»»

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Kassym-Jomart Tokayev congratulates Kyrgyzstan on UN Security Council election - | 24.KG

President of Kyrgyzstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev sent a congratulatory telegram to President Sadyr Japarov and the fraternal people of Kyrgyzstan on the occasion of the country’s election as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council for 2027-2028. Akorda reported. «This significant event, whic»»»

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Arab News 3h

Trump administration has separated dozens of children from their parents for a second time, AP finds

Eleven-year-old Ederson Galicia Alva had just stepped off the plane and into the Miami airport’s dim hallways when federal agents pulled his mother aside for questioning. Again. Panic welled up. His excitement at soon being back at recess with his Florida classmates fell away. Would the government »»»

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Gulf News 4h

US military blows up narco-terror vessel in eastern Pacific, kills 2 in latest strike

US military forces carried out a lethal kinetic strike on Wednesday on a vessel operated by what it designated as terrorist organisations engaged in narco-trafficking along known routes in the Eastern Pacific, killing two individuals, US Southern Command (SouthCom) announced Thursday. The operation»»»

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Trump says Iran talks going 'very well', could yield result 'this weekend' — Iran's Araghchi says something else

US President Donald Trump said late Wednesday that talks with Iran are going "very well" and could yield results over the coming weekend. "I hear the negotiation itself is going very well actually," Trump told reporters, adding of a potential deal: "It could happen... over the weekend." Get updated»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Ukraine strike kills 3 in Russian-occupied Crimea

A Ukrainian strike killed at least three people in Crimea, the region's Moscow-installed authorities said Thursday, a day after Kyiv targeted energy and military sites in Saint Petersburg where Russia was hosting an economic forum. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned of a "real" risk of the Uk»»»

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