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CENTCOM begins third wave of attacks on Iran

Washington: The US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced that it began carrying out a third wave of military strikes against Iran tonight. In a statement issued this evening, CENTCOM said its forces had launched additional strikes against Iran in accordance with the directives of US President Donald »»»

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Somalia declares three days of mourning following passing of HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani

Mogadishu: The Federal Republic of Somalia announced today three days of official mourning following the passing of HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani. In a statement, Somalia's Ministry of Information said President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud had declared three days of official mourni»»»

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France24 1h

Business - How heatwaves are changing France's real-estate market

Crude oil prices surge as renewed US-Iran strikes fuel market fears. In France, real-estate agents say property buyers are changing priorities as heatwaves become more frequent. And Cuba suffers another nationwide blackout amid the impact of US sanctions.»»»

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Arab News 1h

ICE agent shoots and kills a motorist in Biddeford, Maine, Sen. Angus King says

BIDDEFORD, Maine: A federal immigration agent fatally shot a motorist in Maine on Monday, the second time in a week that US Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers have used deadly force. Sen. Angus King, I-Maine, said Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin told him the agent opened fire»»»

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Arab News 1h

Will the Israel-Lebanon framework agreement ease the agony of south Lebanon’s displaced?

BEIRUT: Hundreds of thousands of Lebanese displaced by months of conflict have begun returning to their homes in the country’s south after Israel and Lebanon signed a framework agreement in Washington on June 26 that brought hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah to a halt. A more limited return »»»

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UPI 1h

Parasite outbreak reaches 2,800 in U.S., causes ‘explosive’ diarrhea - UPI.com

More than 2,800 cases of cyclospora infection have been reported in Michigan and Ohio on Monday, state health officials report. Image courtesy of UPI July 13 (UPI) -- More than 2,800 cases of cyclospora infection have been reported, largely concentrated in Michigan, state health officials reported »»»

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Arab News 1h

Palestinian ministry says Israeli forces kill man at barrier

RAMALLAH, Palestinian Territories: Israeli forces on Monday shot dead a Palestinian worker as he attempted to climb over a barrier separating Jerusalem from the occupied West Bank, the Palestinian health ministry said. The Ramallah-based ministry reported that 30-year-old Naser Kaabneh “was killed »»»

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Arab News 2h

Saudi Arabia tells UN forum that development hinges on decisive choices, not favorable circumstances

NEW YORK CITY: Saudi Arabia’s development trajectory over the past decade proves that national progress is shaped less by external conditions and more by the willingness of states to make hard, strategic decisions in the face of those conditions, the Kingdom’s minister of economy and planning, Fais»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 2h

Battle brewing over PIT thresholds in Polish government

High physician earnings may intensify Poland’s debate over raising the personal income tax threshold. Poland 2050 proposes increasing it from PLN 120,000 to PLN 140,000 annually, while the Finance Ministry warns that freezing the threshold supports budget revenues. Critics argue the current system »»»

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Arab News 2h

Controversy stalks Argentina at World Cup with allegations of FBI probe, rigged referee calls

CHICAGO: As Argentina prepare for a World Cup semifinal on Wednesday against England, the team’s success in the competition is being overshadowed by several controversies. The first was Egypt’s disallowed goal in the July 7 clash that the South Americans went on to win 3-2 in the final minutes, pro»»»

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France24 3h

'It's a monster': FRANCE 24 speaks to resident evacuated due to the Fontainebleau fire

A wildfire in in the Fontainebleau forest south of Paris has burnt nearly 1,000 hectares since July 12 - an area larger from Gibraltar. Hundreds of residents from nearby towns have had to be evacuated, as authorities are investigating what they think could have been an act of arson. FRANCE 24 spoke»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Young Emirati climber Fatima Al Awadhi eyes next major summit

Abu Dhabi: Eighteen-year-old Emirati mountaineer Fatima Al Awadhi is preparing for another major milestone in her climbing journey as she sets out to scale Lenin Peak in Kyrgyzstan later this month. Already recognised as the youngest Arab to summit Mount Vinson in Antarctica and Carstensz Pyramid i»»»

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Arab News 3h

UK pledges $13.4m for Gaza recovery, urges faster action on peace plan

LONDON: The UK on Monday said it would provide £10 million ($13.4 million) in funding to support early recovery efforts in the Gaza Strip, as it called for faster international action on a 20-point peace plan for the region. Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper said the money would go to the UN Horizon »»»

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Arab News 3h

US missions in UAE suspend consular appointments over ‘security situation’

DUBAI: The United States said they will suspend consular appointments in the United Arab Emirates on Monday for three days against the backdrop of escalating military tensions in the Gulf region. “The US Embassy in Abu Dhabi and US Consulate General in Dubai have canceled consular appointments from»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Oil prices jump more than 4%

Houston: Oil prices rose by more than 4 percent today. Brent crude futures rose $3.21, or 4.22 percent, to $79.22 a barrel. US West Texas Intermediate crude futures climbed $3.04, or 4.26 percent, to $74.45 a barrel.»»»

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Amir receives more condolences on passing of HH the Father Amir

Doha: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received more mourners offering condolences on the passing of the late HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani at Lusail Palace on Monday morning. HH the Amir received Their Excellencies the Sheikhs, ministers, and dignitaries, as well »»»

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Arab News 3h

Hamas rejects UN official's accusation of Gaza aid obstruction

JERUSALEM: Hamas rejected an accusation from a senior UN official on Monday of interfering with humanitarian deliveries in Gaza and intimidating aid workers. An official from the Interior Ministry in Gaza called the accusation unfounded. "These are baseless accusations. The police and security forc»»»

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UPI 3h

Watch: Bear steals golf clubs from cart on British Columbia course - UPI.com

July 13 (UPI) -- A golfer on a British Columbia course captured video of a bear stealing a bag of clubs from a golf cart and carrying it away. The video, posted to Reddit by user MedicalFun7, shows a bear taking a golf bag off a cart at Golden Eagle Golf Club in Pitt Meadows and dragging it off the»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

Amir meets FIFA President

Doha: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani met at Lusail Palace this evening FIFA President HE Gianni Infantino who offered his condolences to His Highness on the passing of the late HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani. Also present were HH the Deputy Amir Sheikh Abdullah bi»»»

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UPI 4h

Lebanese president to Netanyahu: War will not bring security or peace - UPI.com

An Israeli military vehicle covered with netting to protect against FPV drones patrols on the Lebanese side of the border, as seen from an undisclosed location on Monday. Photo by Atef Safadi/EPA BEIRUT, Lebanon, July 13 (UPI) -- Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said Monday that Israeli Prime Ministe»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

Amir meets Oman's Deputy Prime Minister for Defense Affairs

Doha: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani met at Lusail Palace on Monday evening with HH Deputy Prime Minister for Defense Affairs of the Sultanate of Oman Shihab bin Tariq Al Said, who offered condolences to His Highness on the passing of HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Than»»»

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UPI 4h

12 states sue to block planned Paramount, Warner Bros. merger - UPI.com

The proposed merger of Warner Bros. and Paramount is worth $110 billion. File Photo by Jim Ruymen/UPI | License Photo July 13 (UPI) -- The attorneys general of 12 states sued Monday to block the proposed merger of Paramount and Warner Bros., saying it would undermine competition in the entertainmen»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

'VAR-gentina?': conspiracy theories swirl ahead of World Cup semi-finals

Atlanta: Lionel Messi's brilliance has helped carry Argentina into a blockbuster World Cup semi-final with England in Atlanta on Wednesday. But the defending champions' journey to the last four has been engulfed by online conspiracy theories claiming -- without evidence -- that the playing field ha»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Video: US releases footage of first-ever sea drone strike at Iran port facility

The United States said it carried out a new wave of strikes on dozens of Iranian military targets, including the first combat deployment of one-way attack sea drones, as tensions between Washington and Tehran continue to escalate. The US Central Command (CENTCOM) said the July 12 operation targeted»»»

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Sana 5h

US senator welcomes Syria’s removal from terrorism list, calls for new chapter in ties

Washington, July 13 (SANA) US Senator Elissa Slotkin has welcomed the Trump administration’s decision to remove Syria’s name from the State Sponsors of Terrorism list, affirming that the time has come to open a new chapter in relations between Damascus and Washington. “I want to welcome the announc»»»

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Qatar Tribune 5h

Amir meets UAE deputy prime minister

DOHA: His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani met at Lusail Palace on Monday evening with HH the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior of the United Arab Emirates Lt Gen Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who offered condolences on the passing of HH the Fa»»»

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The Peninsula 5h

Music offers psychological relief to Gaza children

Gaza: Sixteen-year-old Maram Ahmed gently cradled her oud as she rehearsed a traditional Palestinian melody inside a hall at Gaza College in war-ravaged Gaza City, where the strains of strings and guitars offered a rare break. For Maram, music has become more than a hobby. After more than two years»»»

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Sana 5h

EU Foreign Policy Chief: Syria has remained outside regional tensions

Brussels, July 13 (SANA) European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas said Monday that Syria has succeeded in remaining outside the regional tensions, while stressing the importance of preserving the country’s stability amid ongoing challenges. Speaking to »»»

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The Peninsula 5h

Amir meets Ethiopian Prime Minister

Doha: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani met on Monday evening at Lusail Palace with HE Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia Dr. Abiy Ahmed Ali, who offered condolences on the passing of HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani. Also present were HH the»»»

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Syrian President arrives in Doha to offer condolences on passing of HH the Father Amir

Doha: President of the Syrian Arab Republic HE Ahmed Al Sharaa arrived in Doha on Monday to offer condolences on the passing of HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani. His Excellency and the accompanying delegation were received upon arrival at Hamad International Airport by HE Deputy»»»

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Amir meets Governor of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province

Doha: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received HRH Governor of the Eastern Province Prince Saud bin Nayef bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, who offered his condolences to His Highness on the passing of the late HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani at Lusail Palace this evening. Als»»»

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Gulf News 5h

No more cash: Kuwait bans cash payments above KD10 at private healthcare facilities.

Dubai: Kuwait has banned private healthcare providers from accepting cash payments exceeding KD10, requiring higher-value transactions to be made through approved banking and electronic payment channels under new regulations issued by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. Ministerial Resolution No»»»

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UPI 5h

Meta says Louisiana data center cost will exceed $50 billion - UPI.com

Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry signed a law in 2024 that grants 20-year tax exemptions for data centers built before 2029. Meta is building a data center in rural Louisiana with an estimated cost of more than $50 billion. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo July 13 (UPI) -- Meta said Monday that i»»»

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The Peninsula 5h

Amir meets Kazakhstan President

Doha: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani met on Monday evening at Lusail Palace with President of the Republic of Kazakhstan HE Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, who offered condolences on the passing of HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani. Also present were HH the Deputy Amir Sheikh»»»

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Gulf News 5h

Can your idea shape the future of security? Sharjah wants to hear it

Sharjah: The Sharjah Academy for Police Sciences has launched the sixth edition of its Scientific Research Award, offering a total prize fund of Dh600,000 to encourage innovative research that supports security institutions and addresses future challenges. The award covers key areas including artif»»»

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The Peninsula 6h

Ethiopian Prime Minister arrives in Doha to offer condolences on passing of HH the Father Amir

Doha: Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia HE Dr. Abiy Ahmed Ali arrived in Doha on Monday to offer condolences on the passing of HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani. HE the Ethiopian Prime Minister and the accompanying delegation were received upon arrival»»»

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Arab News 6h

100 Thieves take Valorant trophy, the first big title at 2026 Esports World Cup

PARIS: 100 Thieves claimed the Valorant trophy at the 2026 Esports World Cup in Paris with a 3-1 triumph over local rivals and reigning champions NRG Esports in the grand final. The victory earned the team the $600,000 first-place prize and 1,000 Club Championship points. It also gave star player P»»»

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France24 6h

Despite power returning to Cuba, blackouts are still a regular occurrence

The Caribbean Island of Cuba is again suffering from blackouts that are causing havoc for the country's nearly ten million residents and the wider economy. Cuba only produces 40% of the fuel it needs and is struggling to receive shipments due to US restrictions. A Russian delivery of 730,000 barrel»»»

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The Peninsula 6h

Jose Mourinho back at Real Madrid with a "mission"

MADRID: Jose Mourinho returned to Real Madrid's Valdebebas training center on Monday to begin preseason training after taking charge of the club's first team for a second spell. With many of Real Madrid's first-team players, such as Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappe, still at the World Cup, Mourinh»»»

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The Peninsula 6h

US President declares naval blockade on Iran

Washington: US President Donald Trump has announced that the US will immediately begin reinstating the naval blockade on Iran. In a post on social media, Trump said Iranian ships will be prevented from entering or leaving the Strait of Hormuz, while the US will ensure that all other countries have »»»

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The Peninsula 6h

Labour Ministry announces continued provision of electronic services during State’s official mourning period

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Labour announced the continued provision of its electronic services during the State’s official mourning period for the nation’s esteemed leader, HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, may Allah have mercy upon him, beginning on Monday, 13 July 2026, for »»»

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France24 6h

Fontainebleau fire has decimated 5% of the forest, authorities say

France is battling to contain an "exceptionally large wildfire" in a forest south of Paris on July 13, with aircraft in the skies and firefighters on the ground trying to douse the flames amid suspicions the blaze was started deliberately. FRANCE 24's Catherine Norris Trent is on the ground, and te»»»

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Gulf News 6h

Masdar has secured financial close on the world's first gigascale 24/7 renewable energy project, backed by US$5.1 billion in financing.

Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar, a global clean energy leader, today announced financial close for the world's first gigascale 24/7 renewable energy project, marking a defining milestone in the commercialization of the next generation of clean energy infrastructure. Backed »»»

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Gulf News 6h

Saudi Arabia has warned that expatriates who overstay their entry visas face fines of up to SR50,000, up to six months in prison and deportation.

Dubai: Saudi Arabia has warned expatriates to leave the Kingdom immediately after their entry visas expire, saying overstaying constitutes a serious violation punishable by fines of up to SR50,000, imprisonment for up to six months, deportation and potential re-entry bans depending on the offence. »»»

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UPI 6h

Home Plus suspends operations amid liquidation concerns - UPI.com

The head office of Home Plus in Seoul. The struggling discount chain has halted its operations due to a shortage of working capital, raising strong concerns it could be forced into liquidation. Photo by Home Plus SEOUL, July 13 (UPI) -- South Korea's discount chain Home Plus said Monday it halted i»»»

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The Peninsula 6h

Kuwait condemns attacks on border posts, Kuwait oil company drilling platform

Kuwait: The State of Kuwait on Monday condemned in the strongest terms the aggression by Iran and Iran-backed factions and militias in Iraq following attacks targeting several border posts and an offshore drilling platform operated by Kuwait Oil Company, resulting in casualties and material damage.»»»

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 Amir meets Crown Prince of Ajman

Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani met on Monday evening at Lusail Palace with HH Crown Prince of Ajman and Chairman of the Executive Council in the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, who offered condolences on the passing of HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hama»»»

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Gulf News 6h

Dh3 billion, 100% delivered: A new parliamentary report reveals how the UAE expanded social protection and supported families.

Dubai: The UAE allocated Dh3.035 billion to proactive social policies and services in 2025 to strengthen social preparedness and support the stability of Emirati families, according to a parliamentary report adopted by the Federal National Council. The report, prepared by the Financial, Economic an»»»

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UAE President conveys condolences to Emir of Qatar over passing of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today held a phone call with His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar, during which he expressed his sincere condolences on the passing of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. Get updated faster and for FREE»»»

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Gulf News 6h

Abu Dhabi's largest property event IREIS returns to ADNEC from Sept 17-19

Real estate transaction value in Abu Dhabi jumped 76.6 percent to Dh203.01 billion in the last 12 months ending June 30, 2026, with total number of transactions jumping 64.53 percent to 53,177, according to the Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre (ADREC), reflecting the growth of its property market that »»»

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