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Heckles, expulsion, cheers: Top moments from Trump’s State of the Union speech

The 2026 State of the Union address set a record as the longest in US history. While Donald Trump delivered the first such speech of his second presidential term, there were several moments of high drama as a sharply divided Congress watched before a television audience of millions. Here are five t»»»

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Trump touts ‘golden age of America’ in longest ever State of Union speech

President Donald Trump focused on the US ​economy, immigration and other domestic policy issues in his 2026 State of the Union address, telling a divided Congress that he has ushered in "the golden age of America". Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger delivered the Democrat's of»»»

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Trump’s marathon State of Union: Big claims and the questions he left unanswered

US President Donald Trump used his annual State of the Union address on Tuesday to make truth-bending claims of domestic and foreign policy success but failed to confirm whether the US is planning a military strike on Iran or to mention the unfolding scandal surrounding late sex offender Jeffery Ep»»»

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The Debate - Loosening grip? Trump skirts setbacks in State of the Union speech

What does a boss who’s built an image as a tough guy from Queens do when naysayers claim he's reached his limits? To dispel doubts, he can for instance hold the floor for an hour and 47 minutes. In the longest ever State of the Union address, Donald Trump proving he can stick to script instead of r»»»

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Four killed in firefight between Cuban coastguard and Florida-registered speedboat

A confrontation in Cuban waters left four people dead on Wednesday after soldiers opened fire on a Florida-registered speedboat that Havana says attacked first. Washington is investigating whether any victims were US citizens, as the incident threatens to deepen already strained relations between t»»»

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Mexico will make 'a strong show of security' ahead of World Cup, expert says

Speaking with FRANCE 24's Mark Owen, Nathan P. Jones, Associate Professor of Security Studies in the College of Criminal Justice at Sam Houston State University, says that "the Mexican government will be making a strong show of security as a matter of national pride" ahead of the World Cup in the a»»»

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Cuba coast guard kills 4 on Florida-registered boat

Cuba’s government said Wednesday that its soldiers killed four people aboard a speed boat registered in Florida that opened fire on officers in Cuban waters. Cuba’s Interior Ministry issued a statement that provided few details about the shooting, but noted that the boat was roughly 1.6 km northeas»»»

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Gulf News 13m

Dubai-based Yalla BB launches new app to simplify second-hand fashion in UAE

Dubai-based startup Yalla BB has launched a new mobile application aimed at simplifying how people buy and sell second-hand fashion in the UAE, offering a more structured and trusted approach to resale in a market that continues to grow in popularity. Built in Dubai, Yalla BB is a social recommerce»»»

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Dubai gold eases Dh3.50 but global rally keeps buyers on edge

Dubai: Gold prices in Dubai opened lower on Thursday morning, giving residents a brief respite after a volatile February that has kept jewellery buyers and investors on edge. At 8.30 am, the 24-karat rate stood at Dh624.75 per gram, down from Dh628.25 on Wednesday. The 22-karat variety slipped to D»»»

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Iran says deal with US 'within reach' ahead of talks in Geneva

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tuesday a deal to avert military confrontation with the United States was within reach, ahead of talks set to resume in Geneva. His remarks came as Tehran issued a muted warning to student protesters amid mounting US threats over Iran’s nuclear programme.»»»

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Press Review - Prospect of war with Iran is 'crisis of Trump's own making'

PRESS REVIEW – Wednesday, February 25, 2026: The prospect of war between the United States and Iran is getting a lot of coverage. But first, French papers discuss the municipal elections, which are taking place in a few weeks' time. Also, a report about the future of AI causes a few wobbles in the »»»

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DR Congo govt forces launch attacks on multiple fronts against AFC/M23 troops

Kinshasa's forces launched attacks on several fronts against AFC/M23 rebels in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) on Wednesday, with drones striking the armed group near a strategic mining site, local and security sources told AFP on Wednesday. DR Congo government forces launched an at»»»

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Iran says students can protest, but must respect 'red lines'

Iran's government said on Tuesday that students could continue protests but most not cross "red lines" such as disrespecting the national flag and other "sacred things". Students rallied at the start of a new semester on Saturday, following nationwide protests in January that sparked a deadly crack»»»

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Sri Lanka arrests ex-spy chief for ‘abetting’ 2019 Easter bombings

Sri Lanks authorities on Wednesday arrested the country's former intelligence chief, Suresh Sally, for "conspiracy and aiding and abetting" the 2019 Easter bombings, which killed 279 people, according to an investigating officer. A whistleblower has claimed Sallay allowed the attack to proceed»»»

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North Korea's Kim pledges economic push as his sister is elevated at party congress

Members of North Korea's ruling Workers' Party have been gathering in Pyongyang this week, where Kim Jong Un is pledging to boost the economy over the next fives years. While there's been no sign of his daughter, who's emerged as Kim's heir apparent, the secretive leader has promoted his sister to »»»

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A propos - North Korea's Kim pledges economic push as his sister is elevated at party congress

Members of North Korea's ruling Workers' Party have been gathering in Pyongyang this week, where Kim Jong Un is pledging to boost the economy over the next fives years. While there's been no sign of his daughter, who's emerged as Kim's heir apparent, the secretive leader has promoted his sister to »»»

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Gulf News 41m

Saudi Arabia revises labour penalties, sets SR10,000 fine for hiring foreign workers without permits

Dubai: Saudi Arabia has amended its schedule of labour violations and penalties, introducing updated fines including a SR10,000 penalty for employing a non-Saudi worker without a valid work permit. The decision was issued by Ahmed Al Rajhi, Minister of Human Resources and Social Development, as par»»»

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France24 44m

UK's electronic travel visa comes into effect for visitors from 85 countries

Starting on Wednesday, visitors to Britain from 85 countries must obtain an electronic travel permit before arriving or risk being denied boarding, the interior ministry said. The Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), introduced in 2023, requires visa-exempt travellers to apply online and pay £16 »»»

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Zelensky holds phone call with Trump ahead of US-Ukraine talks in Geneva

US President Donald Trump spoke on the phone with Ukraine leader Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday, a day before Ukraine and US envoys are set to meet in Geneva for another round of talks aimed at ending the war in Ukraine triggered by Russia’s invasion. Fresh trilateral talks with Moscow are expecte»»»

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Entre Nous - Dual nationality: Keep calm and carry two passports

In this edition of Entre Nous, we dive into dual citizenship. As the UK begins applying stricter entry rules for dual nationals, we discuss why this change has come about. We also look at dual citizenship rules in France, as well as how trends on global citizenship are changing. Finally, we discuss»»»

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Has the British Museum really removed references to ‘Palestine’ from exhibits?

The British Museum is accused of having removed the term "Palestine" from its exhibits under pressure from a pro-Israeli group. In reality, only certain panels regarding the Antiquity period were modified. The museum says they wanted to use a term that is both more neutral and historically accurate»»»

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Spotlight - World Central Kitchen calls international community not to forget Kyiv and Gaza

Today in Spotlight, we speak with celebrity Chef José Andrés. The founder of World Food Kitchen talks of his Longer Tables Fund's matching donations to support critical energy infrastructure in Ukraine, Gaza where his charity provides one million hot meals a day... and more. »»»

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Qatar Tribune 50m

Small choices, big impact: How daily habits affect climate

Tribune News Network Doha Every day, often without realising it, we leave a mark on the planet through our carbon footprint. From driving to work and cooling our homes, to buying groceries or deciding what to eat for dinner, our daily choices generate emissions that release carbon dioxide and other»»»

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Tandoori Flames shines at Qatar’s Food Festival and serves Ramadan feasts

Tandoori Flames, a popular destination for authentic multi-Asian and desi cuisine in Doha, recently celebrated its anniversary with its team, marking another milestone in its journey and reaffirming its commitment to quality dining and customer satisfaction. The restaurant also showcased its signat»»»

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HH THE AMIR HOSTS IFTAR FOR LEADERS OF MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, MINISTRY OF INTERIOR & SECURITY AGENCIES

The Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani hosted an iftar banquet on the occasion of the Holy Month of Ramadan for commanders and senior officers of the Ministry of Defence, the Ministry of Interior, and the State’s security agencies, at Lusail Palace on Tuesday. The banquet was attende»»»

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