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Senate Democrats block $1 trillion defence bill in protest over Iran war

Washington: Senate Democrats blocked a $1 trillion annual defence bill Tuesday, refusing to advance the bipartisan package that would substantially increase Pentagon spending, including a pay raise for the troops, in protest of President Donald Trump's war against Iran. Senate Democratic Leader Chu»»»

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Arab News 42m

UK right wing politician’s murder ‘targeted attack’: police

LONDON: UK police Tuesday said the murder of veteran right-wing politician Ann Widdecombe was a “targeted attack,” as a 28-year-old man remained under arrest on suspicion of “terrorism” and murder. “It is clear that this was a targeted attack,” head of Counter Terrorism Policing Laurence Taylor tol»»»

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Arab News 42m

US-Russian crew arrives at the International Space Station for 8-month mission

MOSCOW: A US-Russian space crew arrived Tuesday at the International Space Station after launching from the Russia-leased Baikonur cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. NASA astronaut Anil Menon and Russian crewmates Pyotr Dubrov and Anna Kikina lifted off as scheduled at 7:47 p.m. (10:47 a.m. EDT, 1447 GMT) a»»»

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Trump tells Netanyahu to move forces out of Syria and Lebanon, Axios – Ya Libnan

Share: President Trump meets with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House in 2025 President Trump told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a phone call Thursday that Israel should start redeploying its forces out of Syria and urged him to do the same in Lebanon, ac»»»

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Lebanon, Israel hold US-brokered talks in Rome to implement framework deal – Ya Libnan

Share: Illustration- Peace is the only choice for Israel and Lebanon Beirut / Rome Lebanon and Israel resumed talks on Tuesday in the Italian capital, with Beirut hoping for progress towards securing an Israeli withdrawal from south Lebanon under a U.S.-brokered agreement, although expectations for»»»

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NASA's Roman Space Telescope set to unlock the universe's biggest mysteries - UPI.com

The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is a NASA observatory designed to settle essential questions in the areas of dark energy, exoplanets and infrared astrophysics. Image courtesy NASA Goddard Space Flight Center Scientific Visualization Studio NASA is gearing up to launch the Nancy Grace Roman Sp»»»

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Arab News 1h

OpenAI’s first hardware device will be a speaker, Bloomberg News reports

OpenAI is planning to release a screenless ​speaker as its first hardware product, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday, citing people familiar with the matter. The news comes just days ‌after Apple ‌sued OpenAI and ​two ‌former ⁠employees, ​alleging misappropriation ⁠of its trade secrets to benefit »»»

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Arab News 1h

Spain advances to World Cup final with 2-0 win over France

ARLINGTON, Texas: Mikel Oyarzabal scored from the penalty spot after a heady play by teenager Lamine Yamal, Pedro Porro added another goal and Spain advanced to its first World Cup final since winning in 2010 with a 2-0 victory over France on Tuesday. A day after his 19th birthday, Yamal was denied»»»

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Arab News 1h

US to launch AI and cybersecurity coordination group, White House says

WASHINGTON: The US ​will formally bring together AI developers and essential services providers to share information on cybersecurity vulnerabilities identified by advanced AI systems and coordinate responses, according to a White House statement, fulfilling US President Donald Trump’s order from J»»»

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Arab News 1h

US judge blocks Trump administration’s visa limits for social media researchers

A federal judge on Tuesday blocked US President Donald Trump’s administration from enforcing a policy that targets foreign nationals who study disinformation and hate speech on social media for visa denials and deportation. Chief US District Judge James Boasberg in Washington sided with the Coaliti»»»

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US judge blocks Trump administration’s visa limits for social media researchers

A federal judge on Tuesday blocked US President Donald Trump’s administration from enforcing a policy that targets foreign nationals who study disinformation and hate speech on social media for visa denials and deportation. Chief US District Judge James Boasberg in Washington sided with the Coaliti»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

‘Father Amir’s legacy lives on through country’s institutions’

Khaled Al Hameidi Doha Grief settled over Qatar with rare unanimity following the passing of the Father Amir HH Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, whose vision reshaped the country’s trajectory and redefined its place on the global stage. Across the nation, voices from history, literature, journali»»»

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Efficient Spain outplay France to move into final

DPA Arlington (Texas) European champions Spain reached the World Cup final with a ruthlessly efficient 2-0 triumph over France on Tuesday and can now dream in earnest of winning the title for a second time. Mikel Oyarzabal converted a 22nd-minute penalty awarded for a foul by Lucas Digne against La»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

World leaders pay condolence visits to Amir

QNA Doha The Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received several regional and global leaders who came to offer condolences to His Highness on the passing of HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani at Lusail Palace on Tuesday. HH the Amir received Vice-President of the Un»»»

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Pakistani community pays heartfelt tribute to Father Amir’s enduring legacy

Members of Qatar’s Pakistani community have paid glowing tribute to the late His Highness the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, remembering him as the architect of modern Qatar whose visionary leadership transformed the nation into a global model of prosperity, development and diplomac»»»

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France24 1h

Mahmoud Khalil files lawsuit accusing Trump officials, pro-Israel groups of conspiracy

Mahmoud Khalil, a former Columbia University student who became the face of the Trump administration's crackdown on Palestinian rights demonstrators, filed a lawsuit in federal court Tuesday. The lawsuit alleges senior Trump administration officials, pro-Israel group the Heritage Foundation and onl»»»

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France24 1h

'An open wound': Nice commemorates 10 years since terror attack

French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday attended a solemn ceremony in Nice to mark the tenth anniversary of the July 14, 2016, terror attack on the city's Promenade des Anglais, which killed 86 people and injured more than 400. FRANCE 24's Mark Owen reports from Nice.»»»

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LIVE UPDATES: US resumes blockade of Iranian ports, conducts new strikes (PHOTOS, VIDEO)

The US Central Command has reimposed the naval blockade of all vessels transiting to and from Iranian ports after conducting yet another round of what Washington describes as “defensive strikes” against the Islamic Republic. The escalation comes as the two sides vie for control of the Strait of Hor»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Majestic Spain stun France to reach World Cup final

Arlington: Spain stunned tournament favourites France 2-0 to reach the World Cup final on Tuesday, producing a tactical masterpiece to shatter Les Bleus' dreams of winning the title for the third time. A first-half penalty from Mikel Oyarzabal and a 58th-minute Pedro Porro goal sealed an utterly cl»»»

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UPI 3h

'Miracle on the Hudson' pilot Sullenberger announces Alzheimer's diagnosis - UPI.com

Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger, the retired US Airways captain known for the "Miracle on the Hudson," testifies during a House Transportation Subcommittee hearing in Washington, D.C., on June 19, 2019. The pilot announced Tuesday that he has Alzheimer's disease. File Photo by Kevin Dietsch/UPI | Lice»»»

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Arab News 3h

Bahrain urges ‘firm’ UN Security Council response to Houthi and Iranian ‘blackmail’ attacks

NEW YORK CITY: Bahrain’s ambassador to the UN, Jamal Fares Alrowaiei, told the Security Council on Tuesday that Houthi attacks that threaten navigation in the Bab Al-Mandab Strait and the Red Sea, and Iranian strikes that affect freedom of passage through the Strait of Hormuz, amount to “a form of »»»

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Arab News 3h

EU slams Serbian minister’s wish to ‘ethnically cleanse’ Kosovo

BELGRADE: The European Union on Tuesday condemned comments from a Serbian government minister who said she would “ethnically cleanse” Kosovo if she had been in power during the 1990s conflict. Speaking to Serbian television station Kurir over the weekend, Public Administration Minister Snezana Paun»»»

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Arab News 3h

Israel allocates $434m to build 34 new settlements in West Bank

LONDON: Israel allocated on Tuesday a budget of 1.3 billion shekels ($434 million) to build 34 new settlements in the occupied West Bank. Far-right finance minister Bezalel Smotrich described the government’s decision to launch a new settlement drive as “historic.” “We are strengthening the securit»»»

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UPI 3h

United Airlines to offer rows with blocked middle seats for extra elbow room - UPI.com

United Airlines announced a new feature for its flight passengers on Tuesday with the addition of Economy Plus seats that offer extra elbow room. File Photo by Tannen Maury/UPI | License Photo July 14 (UPI) -- United Airlines announced a new feature for its passengers on Tuesday with the addition o»»»

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Arab News 3h

Will Hamas concessions amount to a genuine transfer of power in Gaza?

LONDON: Hamas says it has formally stepped aside from governing Gaza, dissolving the administrative body that has overseen the enclave throughout the war in a move analysts say is intended to pave the way for a technocratic administration — while leaving the group's military wing intact. On July 6,»»»

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UPI 3h

T. rex 'Gus' sold at auction for record $50 million - UPI.com

Gus, a mounted Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton is on display as part of the press previews for Geek Week Auctions at Sotheby's in New York, on July 1. Gus sold for more than $50 million. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo July 14 (UPI) -- A massive Tyrannosaurus rex sold for $50.1 million at So»»»

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E. Jean Carroll receives $5M judgment in Trump case - UPI.com

Journalist E. Jean Carroll departs Manhattan Federal Court on January 26, 2024, in New York City. She said Tuesday that she received the $5 million judgment a jury awarded her in her case against President Donald Trump. File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo July 14 (UPI) -- E. Jean Carro»»»

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Arab News 4h

New US strikes hit Iran’s Qeshm Island amid tensions over Hormuz Strait

LONDON: Projectiles struck Iran’s Gulf island of Qeshm on Tuesday, Iranian state media reported, as fighting between the United States and Iran continued to spread across the region. Iran’s state broadcaster IRIB, citing local officials, said a site on the island was hit by what authorities describ»»»

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UPI 4h

ICE told to pause most traffic stops after killing man in Maine - UPI.com

1 of 2 | The Department of Homeland Security said an ICE agent feared for his safety and accused Joan Sebastian Guerrero of attempting to flee the scene. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo July 14 (UPI) -- U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents have been told to stop making most»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Liwa Date Festival returns with Dh8 million in prizes for UAE farmers

The 22nd Liwa Date Festival will open on Tuesday in Liwa City, Al Dhafra Region, bringing together farmers, productive families, artisans and visitors in one of the UAE’s biggest heritage and agricultural events. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice Pres»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Abdullah bin Zayed receives phone call from Arab League Secretary-General

Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, received a phone call from Nabil Fahmy, Secretary-General of the League of Arab States. During the call, Sheikh Abdullah congratulated Fahmy on assuming his duties as Secretary-General of the Arab»»»

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Arab News 4h

Why it’s so difficult to fully reopen Strait of Hormuz

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump has been trying to force Iran to fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz for months, turning to everything from airstrikes and naval blockades to negotiations and threats to destroy a “whole civilization.” But restoring oil tanker traffic in the vital Middle East shippi»»»

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Arab News 4h

Lebanon and Israel hold talks in Rome amid renewed Mideast fighting

BEIRUT/ROME: Lebanon and Israel resumed talks on Tuesday in the Italian capital, with Beirut hoping for progress toward securing an Israeli withdrawal from south Lebanon under a US-brokered deal, although expectations for swift progress were low. US-led diplomacy has emerged since Hezbollah and Isr»»»

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Arab News 4h

As cyclospora illnesses surge to a record, Michigan officials eye lettuce as a possible cause

NEW YORK: Infections from the diarrhea-causing parasite cyclospora are surging, with state-level data suggesting that 2026 is already the nation’s worst year for reported cases. More than 30 states have reported infections this year, and current data from them shows the number of infections surpass»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 4h

United Vision, Resolve, Closer Cooperation Will Help Europe Meet Challenges, President Iotova Says at French National Day Reception in Sofia

At a time when Europe is facing unprecedented challenges, the legacy of the French Revolution and its ideals of liberty, equality and fraternity remind us that our strength lies in unity. More than ever, we need a shared vision, determination and closer cooperation. President Iliana Iotova said thi»»»

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Arab News 4h

Did Egypt’s culture minister’s resignation mark a turning point for copyright protection?

CAIRO: The resignation of Egypt’s Culture Minister Gehan Zaki following a final court ruling against her in a copyright infringement case has reignited debate over intellectual property protection in Egypt. Legal and literary experts said the high-profile case should serve as a catalyst for stronge»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 4h

Short-term rentals recognized as hotel service in draft amendment

Poland’s government has approved legislation that would classify short-term rentals of up to 30 days as hotel services. The proposal aims to reduce unregistered activity and implement EU regulations. A new Central Register of Tourist Accommodation Facilities would cover all short-term rental proper»»»

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RT 4h

Corporations are not preparing their workers for an AI tsunami

A comprehensive new study of the global workforce finds that ‘anxiety’ is the best definition for how most workers feel about their career, their future, and the AI tsunami that threatens to wash it all away. These days, everyone from doctors to lawyers and accountants to clerks are pondering the s»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Indian passport issued for travel, not as proof of citizenship, MEA clarifies

The Ministry of External Affairs has clarified that an Indian passport is issued under the Passports Act to regulate citizens' departure from the country, amid an ongoing debate over whether the document can serve as proof of citizenship. The clarification by the MEA follows days of discussion afte»»»

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Arab News 4h

Saudi ambassador receives Maldivian minister in Malé

MALÉ: Ambassador of Saudi Arabia to Maldives Yahya bin Hassan Al-Qahtani received Hassan Rasheed, Maldivian minister of defense and national service, at the Saudi Embassy on Tuesday. During the meeting, the officials discussed issues of mutual interest, the Saudi Embassy said in a statement on X. M»»»

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Arab News 4h

Palestinian PM meets EU officials at donor conference pledging $1bn to Gaza

LONDON: Mohammad Mustafa, the prime minister of the Palestinian Authority, held talks with EU officials at the second ministerial meeting of the Palestine Donor Group in Brussels, Belgium. The 65 delegations launched the Team Gaza Initiative on Monday, with an initial package of €883.6 million (nea»»»

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Arab News 4h

Saudi ambassador receives Maldivian minister in Malé

MALÉ: Ambassador of Saudi Arabia to Maldives Yahya bin Hassan Al-Qahtani received Hassan Rasheed, Maldivian minister of defense and national service, at the Saudi Embassy on Tuesday. During the meeting, the officials discussed issues of mutual interest, the Saudi Embassy said in a statement on X. M»»»

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Arab News 5h

What We Are Reading Today: ‘Governing Global Emotions’ by Jessica Pykett

Data from facial emotion recognition, brain-computer interfaces, virtual reality, global emotion surveys and sentiment analysis offer an extraordinary new terrain for scientific exploration. Emotion sensing promises to decode and even to augment and control the very essence of human experience. But»»»

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Arab News 5h

Mahmoud Khalil files suit alleging a ‘public-private’ conspiracy to target Israel’s critics

NEW YORK: Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil is suing the federal government and several private groups, alleging they were part of a conspiracy to suppress criticism of Israel through a campaign to dox, jail and ultimately deport student activists. The civil rights suit, filed Tuesday, names the »»»

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Arab News 5h

UN Security Council renews monitoring of Houthi Red Sea attacks amid Yemen airspace escalation

NEW YORK CITY: The UN Security Council on Tuesday adopted a resolution that extends for six months the secretary-general’s mandate to report Houthi attacks against merchant and commercial vessels in the Red Sea. Thirteen of the 15 council members voted in favor of the resolution, while Russia and C»»»

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Arab News 5h

France flaunts firepower, unity with allies in huge parade

PARIS: France on Tuesday showcased military power and unity with European allies in its largest-ever national day parade. The final July 14 parade presided over by President Emmanuel Macron, the event brought together thousands of French troops, hundreds of European ones and two dozen foreign heads»»»

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Gulf News 5h

Trump backtracks on planned 20% toll on Hormuz ships

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday abruptly scrapped a planned 20 percent levy on ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz amid clashes with Iran, saying he would instead seek compensation from Gulf allies via trade deals. Trump said Middle Eastern leaders persuaded him to reduce the toll just a day»»»

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The Peninsula 5h

IBM shares plunge as Q2 results miss expectations amid shifting client spending

New York: IBM shares plummeted in the morning session on Tuesday after the U.S. technology giant reported preliminary second-quarter financial results that fell significantly short of Wall Street expectations. The hardware, software, and consulting provider reported adjusted earnings of 2.93 U.S. d»»»

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UPI 5h

As syphilis cases surge in Latin America, experts urge prevention - UPI.com

Major advances in HIV diagnosis and treatment have reduced fear of sexually transmitted infections, contributing to a decline in consistent condom use, a Chilean midwife says. Photo by cottonbro studio/Pexels SANTIAGO, Chile, July 14 (UPI) -- A sustained rise in syphilis and other sexually transmit»»»

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Gulf News 5h

Trump praises Iraq PM, hints at major oil deals during White House talks

Washington: US President Donald Trump praised new Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi as a "champion" in a meeting at the White House Tuesday, even as Washington presses Baghdad to curb Iranian influence. Trump hinted at making major oil deals with Iraq as he hosted Zaidi, a businessman who came to p»»»

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