The Peninsula 2m

Lebanon's President meets Jordan's Prime Minister

Beirut: Lebanon's President, Joseph Aoun, met on Thursday with the Prime Minister of Jordan, Jafar Hassan, who is currently visiting Beirut. Following the signing of 21 agreements during the Jordanian-Lebanese Joint Higher Committee, the meeting discussed ways of enhancing relations between the two»»»

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UPI 4m

Judge: Offshore Empire Wind can resume building, despite Trump order - UPI.com

A judge has ruled that the Empire Wind project off the coast of New York can continue its build despite a stop-work order by the Trump administration. File Photo by Pat Benic/UPI | License Photo Jan. 15 (UPI) -- A federal judge ruled Thursday that a large offshore wind project, blocked by President»»»

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BBC 5m

Trump threatens to invoke Insurrection Act to quell anti-ICE protests in Minnesota

US President Donald Trump has threatened to invoke the rarely used Insurrection Act to quell unrest over federal immigration enforcement operations in Minneapolis. He threatened to send in troops following a night of protests and vandalism in the Minnesota city after an agent shot a man in the leg.»»»

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Kathimerini 19m

Former New Democracy MP and Fthiotida prefect Thanasis Heimaras dies at 81

Former New Democracy MP and prefect of Fthiotida, central Greece, Thanasis Heimaras, has passed away at the age of 81, his children Giorgos and Themis announced on social media. Born in 1944 in Lianokladi, in the Fthiotida area, Heimaras began his career at the Public Power Corporation (PPC), servi»»»

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The Peninsula 26m

Amir sends condolences to King of Thailand

Doha, Qatar: The Amir, HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani sent Thursday a cable of condolences to the King of Thailand, HM King Maha Vajiralongkorn on the victims of the crane collapse onto a passenger train, wishing a speedy recovery to the injured.»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 32m

Swedish Ericsson to lay of thousands to become more competitive

Ericsson, the Swedish technology group producing telecommunications software and hardware, has announced plans to lay off 1,600 employees in the coming weeks as part of cost-cutting measures aimed at improving competitiveness. The decision reflects mounting cost pressure and intense competition fro»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 32m

Korona hotels builds thermal baths on the Zegrzem River above geothermal vents

A consortium of 13 banks is financing a major investment by the family-owned company Hotele Korona in Jachranka, near Zegrze Reservoir. The project, called Termy Jachranka, will include more than 500 hotel rooms, large conference facilities, a medical zone, and nearly 3,000 sq. m of outdoor pools s»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 32m

Develia’s subsidiary acquires real estate in Pruszków for 357 residential units

A subsidiary of Develia has acquired land in Pruszków for a residential development of approximately 357 apartments and six commercial units. Develia’s subsidiary, Develia Warszawa, announced that the planned start of apartment sales under this investment project is scheduled for the fourth quarter»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 32m

Unihouse has contract for pLN 20.9 mln for expansion of ZOL in Zgorzelec

Unihouse, a subsidiary of Unibep, has signed a contract to expand the Long-Term Care and Nursing Facility (ZOL) in Zgorzelec by creating infrastructure for chronically ill patients, Unibep reported. Unihouse’s remuneration for the project amounts to approximately PLN 20.9 mln gross, equivalent to a»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 32m

ING Bank warns about demographic catastrophe in Poland

ING Bank Śląski warns that without a cultural shift toward valuing families and having children, Poland and much of the world face a severe demographic implosion, with first effects felt within a decade and accelerating after 2035. CEO Michał Bolesławski explains that the bank’s unusually long, 10-»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 32m

NBP wants to achieve state holdings of 700 tons of gold

Adam Glapiński, President of the Narodowy Bank Polski, announced an ambitious goal to raise Poland’s gold reserves to 700 tonnes, making up 20–30% of total reserves. Speaking after the Rada Polityki Pieniężnej kept interest rates unchanged, he framed gold as a “trust anchor” and a strategic foundat»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 33m

NBP: success in inflation reduction means there may be a rate cut in February

Adam Glapiński, President of the Narodowy Bank Polski and chair of the Rada Polityki Pieniężnej, said there are strong indications that Poland’s disinflation is durable, making another interest rate cut possible as early as February. He noted that the RPP’s stance has shifted from “hawkish” to more»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 33m

Entrepreneurs are losing optimism over labor costs, tax reforms and regulations

Micro and small businesses in Poland are finding it increasingly difficult to operate, burdened by rising labor costs, high social security contributions, unstable regulations, and delayed tax reforms. According to the eighth edition of the Polish Entrepreneurship Survey by inFakt, overall business»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 33m

Work on cybersecurity law coming to end as PM hopes president will sign

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TAP 36m

Prime Minister, EBRD President discuss expanding areas of cooperation

Tunis, Jan. 15 (TAP) - Prime Minister Sarra Zaafrani Zenzri met on Thursday evening at the Government Palace in Kasbah, President of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), Odile Renaud-Basso, along with her accompanying...»»»

BBC 38m

Weekly quiz: Where are BTS kicking off their comeback tour?

This week, Iran's authorities made a deadly crackdown on protests, four astronauts returned to Earth after an unprecedented medical evacuation from the International Space Station, and the Love Island: All Stars villa was evacuated because of wildfires. But how much attention did you pay to what el»»»

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The Peninsula 38m

Amir sends condolences to President of Cyprus

Doha, Qatar: The Amir, HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani sent Thursday a cable of condolences to the President of the Republic of Cyprus HE Nikos Christodoulides, on the death of former President George Vassiliou.»»»

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UPI 40m

U.S. billionaire backs first binational park between Uruguay, Argentina - UPI.com

A boat navigates the Uruguay River in the Province of Entre Rios, Argentina, in 2023. File Photo by Juan Ignacio Roncoroni/EPA Jan. 15 (UPI) -- U.S. philanthropist Gilbert Butler has emerged as a major private donor shaping conservation policy in Latin America by financing the purchase and then don»»»

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Daily News Egypt 42m

Grand Opening of Egypt’s First Semi-Automated Container Terminal – Red Sea Container Terminals in Sokhna

Red Sea Container Terminals (RSCT) today announced the official opening of Egypt’s first semi-automated container terminal, located at Sokhna Port on the Gulf of Suez. This new facility marks a significant milestone in Egypt’s maritime development, backed by a 30-year concession agreement with the »»»

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TAP 48m

APIA launches 2026 call for projects supported by Green Climate Fund

Tunis, Jan 15 (TAP) - The Agricultural Investment Promotion Agency (APIA) on Thursday announced in a press statement, the launch of its 2026 call for project proposals benefiting from financial support provided by the Green Climate Fund (GCF).As a...»»»

The Peninsula 51m

Iraq and Oman discuss bilateral ties and regional tensions

Baghdad: Iraq's Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein held a phone call on Thursday with his Omani counterpart Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi to discuss bilateral relations and regional developments. According to a statement, the two ministers exchanged views on efforts to reduce tensions in the region and on j»»»

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UPI 53m

U.S. seizes 6th sanctioned oil tanker carrying Venezuelan oil - UPI.com

A U.S. military helicopter approaches the Veronica during the predawn hours on Thursday ahead of the vessel's seizure in the Caribbean Sea. Image screengrab of U.S. Southern Command video Jan. 15 (UPI) -- U.S. Southern Command forces seized a sixth sanctioned oil tanker during the predawn hours Thu»»»

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Gulf News 54m

'Gigantic explosion', fire in Dutch city, four hurt

A huge blast and fire broke out Thursday in the central Dutch city of Utrecht, with several buildings collapsing and at least four people injured, according to officials. "After the explosion, several buildings collapsed. Four people were injured. They were taken to the emergency hospital," the loc»»»

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TAP 1h

Tunisia, AfDB discuss strengthening joint cooperation in industry, energy and mining sectors

Tunis, Jan. 15 (TAP)-The prospects for joint cooperation between the Ministry of Industry and the African Development Bank (AfDB) in the industry, energy, renewable energy, and mining sectors were discussed during a meeting held on Thursday in...»»»

The Peninsula 1h

Daam Fund signs funding agreement with Katara to support Al Galayel Championship 2026

Doha, Qatar: The Social Sport Contribution Fund (Daam) has signed a funding agreement with the Cultural Village Foundation (Katara) to support the 15th edition of Al Galayel Championship 2026, marking the fifth consecutive year of support. Under the agreement, the Fund will contribute to supporting»»»

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Al Manar 1h

Hezbollah Minister Raises Rajji Remarks in Cabinet Session, PM Salam Affirms Commitment to Ministerial Statement - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah Minister Raises Rajji Remarks in Cabinet Session, PM Salam Affirms Commitment to Ministerial Statement 15-01-2026 20:59 PM Prime »»»

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Kathimerini 1h

Daughter of femicide victim calls for stronger protections at European Parliament

A 20-year-old female who lost her mother in a domestic violence stabbing in Athens nearly two years ago, addressed the European Parliament on Thursday to highlight gaps in protection systems and the impact of femicide on children. Jessica (Stefania) Danai’s mother, Enkeleida, was killed with 17 sta»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 1h

Outgoing Education Minister Highlights Priorities in Higher Education Reform

The outgoing Minister of Education and Science Krasimir Valchev took part in a national forum on the modernization of higher education, which took place here on Thursday. The Minister stated that over the years, the focus has been mainly on reforms that sought to establish how the higher education »»»

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RT 1h

Dutch Starmer critic barred from UK

Dutch political commentator and activist Eva Vlaardingerbroek (Vlaar) has been banned from entering the UK after criticizing Prime Minister Keir Starmer for neglecting migrant crime. Vlaar, with over 2 million followers on X and Instagram, is a former right-wing Forum voor Democratie (FvD) politici»»»

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RT 1h

Why Washington will take Greenland

American political culture is drifting openly toward the annexation of Greenland. This may sound surreal to European ears, but it is not an exotic idea in Washington. It follows a logic that is deeply rooted in how the US historically became a great power and how it still proves its strength today.»»»

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RT 1h

Colombia’s Petro reveals date for ‘decisive’ Trump talks 

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has said he will meet with his US counterpart, Donald Trump, at the White House on February 3, for talks he described as “decisive.” Speaking at a cabinet meeting on Wednesday, Petro said the date was agreed through diplomatic exchanges with the Trump administratio»»»

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RT 1h

US lawmakers fail in Senate to curb Trump’s war powers

US Vice President J.D. Vance cast a tie-breaking vote on Wednesday to defeat a War Powers Resolution that would have prohibited President Donald Trump from using military force “within or against” Venezuela. The decisive vote came after two Republican senators reversed their positions following dir»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Israeli occupation bans Palestinian Jerusalem Affairs Minister from entering West Bank

Occupied Jerusalem: Israeli occupation authorities have barred Palestinian Minister of Jerusalem Affairs from entering the occupied West Bank for six months, according to Palestinian officials. The Palestinian news agency Wafa said Ashraf Al Awar was summoned for questioning and later handed a mili»»»

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Gulf News 1h

UAE President, Prime Minister of Slovakia discuss bilateral ties

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Robert Fico, Prime Minister of the Slovak Republic, held a phone call today to discuss strengthening cooperation between the two countries, particularly in the areas of economic development, renewable energy, future technologies, and»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Qatar steps up market inspections ahead of Ramadan

Doha, Qatar: Qatar's Ministry of Commerce and Industry has intensified inspection campaigns across retail outlets and consumer complexes nationwide as part of its preparations for the holy month of Ramadan. In a statement on Thursday, the ministry said the inspections are part of an integrated moni»»»

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Kathimerini 1h

Former princess Irene of Greece dies at 83

Former princess Irene, younger sister of Queen Sofia of Spain and sister of Constantine, the late former king of Greece, died Thursday at the Palace of Zarzuela in Madrid, the former Greek royal family has announced. She was 83. In recent days, 87-year-old Queen Sofia canceled all public obligation»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Saudi Crown Prince receives written message from Sultan of Oman concerning bilateral relations

Riyadh: Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud received a written message from HM Sultan Haitham bin Tariq of Oman, pertaining to bilateral relations between the two countries. The message was received by Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister, »»»

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Albanian Daily News 1h

Albania’s Chief Inspector General Shkëlqim Hajdari Resigns

Chief Inspector General, Shkëlqim Hajdari, has resigned from his post, media sources reported on Thursday. Hajdari had held the position since July 2016, overseeing the Central Inspectorate and a network of inspection bodies, including customs, agriculture and other key sectors. No official reasons»»»

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UPI 1h

Argentina lists Muslim Brotherhood branches as terrorist entities - UPI.com

The office of President Javier Milei said Argentina’s government designated branches of the Muslim Brotherhood in Egypt, Lebanon and Jordan as terrorist organizations, File Photo by Cristobal Herrera-Ulashkevich/EPA Jan. 15 (UPI) -- Argentina's government designated branches of the Muslim Brotherho»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 1h

Council of Ministers to Oversee Storage of Ballot Scanners, Legal Affairs Committee Decides at Second Reading

The Council of Ministers will oversee the storage of ballot scanners, the Parliamentary Committee on Constitutional and Legal Affairs decided on Thursday at second reading as it began debating a consolidated bill amending the Election Code. Under the adopted texts, the Central Election Commission (»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Mohammed Al Qudsi, who first announced the UAE’s union, dies

Dubai: Dr Mohammed Al Qudsi, a veteran media figure and adviser who spent more than three decades accompanying the UAE’s founding father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, died on Thursday, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of documentation, memory, and service to the nation. Al Qudsi, w»»»

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TAP 1h

WEF Report 2026: Concerns are focused on societal and economic risks in Tunisia

Tunis, Jan. 15 (TAP)- For Tunisia, concerns are focused on two main categories: economic and societal, a nationwide survey conducted by the Arab Institute of Business Leaders (IACE), the official partner of the World Economic Forum (WEF),...»»»

Albanian Daily News 1h

Govt Appoints Marjeta Përlala as Head of National Environment Agency

Council of Ministers has approved the appointment of Marjeta Përlala as Director General of the National Environment Agency, according to an official government decision on Thursday. The decision was adopted in accordance with Article 100 of the Constitution and Article 61 of Law No. 10431 on envir»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Souq Waqif Falcon Hospital offers medical services on site for Marmi Festival

Doha, Qatar: Souq Waqif Falcon Hospital is participating once again in the 17th edition of Qatar International Falcons and Hunting Festival (Marmi). The hospital is providing an integrated package of veterinary and health services to festival visitors and participants in the various championships, »»»

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UPI 1h

Appeals court ruling opens path to rearrest of Mahmoud Khalil - UPI.com

Columbia graduate and pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil marches at his release rally on the steps of St. John the Devine Cathedral on June 22 in New York City. An appellate court's ruling Thursday could open the way for the federal government to rearrest him. File Photo by Peter Foley/UPI | L»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

Souq Waqif Falcon Hospital offers medical services on site for Marmi Festival

DOHA: Souq Waqif Falcon Hospital is participating once again in the 17th edition of Qatar International Falcons and Hunting Festival (Marmi). The hospital is providing an integrated package of veterinary and health services to festival visitors and participants in the various championships, through»»»

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Al Manar 2h

Sayyed Houthi: We Will Never Resort to Silence about Israeli Role in Somaliland - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

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UPI 2h

Iran says it won't execute protester Efran Soltani - UPI.com

Iranians participated in a pro-government rally in Tehran, Iran, on Monday. The rally was held in Tehran in response to the recent anti-government unrest, expressing opposition to the U.S. and Israel, and showing support for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Photo by Iranian Leader's Press Off»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Mummified Cheetahs Found in Saudi Caves Shed Light on Lost Populations

Scientists have uncovered the mummified remains of cheetahs from caves in northern Saudi Arabia. The remains range from 130 years old to over 1,800 years old. Researchers excavated seven mummies along with the bones of 54 other cheetahs from a site near the city of Arar. Mummification prevents deca»»»

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RT 2h

ISS crew touches down after mystery medical evacuation

Four astronauts returned to Earth in a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule on Thursday after leaving the International Space Station (ISS) a month ahead of schedule due to a medical issue affecting one crew member. The four-person team had been conducting research aboard the ISS since August and was expecte»»»

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