Colombia declares state of emergency after quake kills 111
Pereira: Colombia on Monday declared a state of emergency following a powerful earthquake that caused at least 111 deaths and flattened dozens of buildings, trapping more victims underneath. The 7.4-magnitude quake struck western Colombia at 7:34 am (1234 GMT) and triggered a frantic search for sur»»»
Egypt telecom regulator refers four mobile operators to public prosecution over unauthorised line registrations
The National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (NTRA) has referred Egypt’s four mobile network operators to the Public Prosecution for investigation over the registration of mobile lines using citizens’ personal data without their knowledge or possession, the regulator announced. The referral»»»
Israeli warplanes raid Al-Mansouri town, South Lebanon, with two missiles: Al-Manar reporter - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Russia Says Kiev Hit Foreigners to Drive Wedge into Its Relations with Fraternal Nations
Ukraine has deliberately struck the place where foreigners live in Nizhnekamsk to drive a wedge into the fraternal relations between Russia and friendly countries, Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said. The diplomat noted that as a result of the strike, “at least 13 people were »»»
Mecca Defense Pact reshapes regional security through collective deterrence
Damascus, Aug. 10 (SANA) After two years of rapid security shifts that have redrawn the balance of power in the Middle East, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan have moved beyond political coordination by signing the “Mecca Joint Defense Agreement,” a trilateral framework for collective deterrence a»»»
Can Al-Burhan’s Sudanese national dialogue turn military gains into a political settlement?
LONDON: More than three years after Sudan descended into civil war, army chief Gen. Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan is pushing for a broad national dialogue aimed at rebuilding the country’s political institutions and laying the foundations for a civilian transition. Talks could begin as early as August, wi»»»
Teenager dies trying to rescue swimmers at Alexandria beach
ALEXANDRIA: An 18-year-old man died while attempting to help rescue six people from drowning at El-Baitash beach in Alexandria, Egypt, on Saturday, local authorities said. The Central Administration for Tourism and Resorts in Alexandria said on Sunday that the beach was among those closed to swimme»»»
Al-Nassr fans worried ahead of new season but Ange might be the man to steer them to glory
RIYADH: It is not a good time to be an Al-Nassr fan. While that might sound like a bizarre statement to make, considering the club ended a seven-year title drought by beating Al-Hilal to the Saudi Pro League title last season, they face a stark reality as they prepare to defend their title. The clu»»»
Over 100 killed after Colombia struck by powerful earthquake
RIO DE JANEIRO: More than 100 people have died after western Colombia was hit by a severe magnitude 7.4 earthquake, reducing buildings to rubble in several cities, officials reported on Monday. At least 111 people have been killed, and 87 have been injured, President Abelardo de la Espriella said d»»»
Captain of capsized boat in New York Harbor to appear in federal court - UPI.com
The Statue of Liberty is lit in the red, white and blue July 1 in New York City. The captain of a boat that capsized Saturday near the statue in New York Harbor will appear in federal court Monday. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo Aug. 10 (UPI) -- The operator of a boat that capsized in »»»
Police in India use tear gas, water cannons on demonstrators - UPI.com
Police officers gesture to protesters taking part in a demonstration demanding Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren's resignation and a Central Bureau of Investigation probe into alleged paper leaks in recruitment examinations, in Ranchi, Jharkhand, India on Monday. Photo by Jesh Kumar/EPA Aug. 10»»»
Egypt urges full Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon following Rome negotiations
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty stressed the necessity of a full Israeli withdrawal from Lebanese territories and the complete implementation of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1701 during a telephone call with his Lebanese counterpart Youssef Raji on Monday. Discussing the late»»»
Peace Council’s High Representative defends Gaza disarmament plan as US dismisses Netanyahu’s rejection
Peace Council High Representative Nikolay Mladenov stated that a 15-point plan to disarm the Gaza Strip is the “only way forward” and relies on verifiable steps rather than trust in the Hamas movement, following Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s rejection of the proposal. Mladenov’s remar»»»
Al-Sisi orders third tax relief package, approves tax sukuk proposal to ease financing costs
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi has directed the government to prepare a third package of tax relief measures and approved a proposal to introduce tax sukuk aimed at reducing the state’s financing needs and lowering debt-servicing costs, according to the presidency. Al-Sisi reviewed Egypt’s»»»
Safa Abdo joins Impact Team 2050 as international youth advisor to ROSATOM leadership
Safa Abdo, an Egyptian nuclear physicist, certified nuclear security specialist, and international youth and climate trainer, has recently joined Impact Team 2050, the International Youth Advisory Council to Alexey Likhachev, Director General of ROSATOM. Impact Team 2050 brings together 13 young le»»»
Egyptian industry minister outlines updated 2030 strategy to boost exports and global integration
Egypt has updated its Industry Strategy 2030 by identifying five industrial groups, prioritising sectors aimed at increasing exports and integrating into global supply chains, Minister of Industry Khaled Hashem stated. The priority industries were determined based on scientific foundations, compreh»»»
Al-Manar correspondent in South Lebanon: Zionist artillery targets Ali Al-Taher area - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Historic trails, dramatic peaks position Taif as Saudi Arabia’s emerging hiking capital
MAKKAH: Cradled among dramatic mountain ridges, lush valleys and cool highland breezes, Taif is rapidly cementing its reputation as one of Saudi Arabia’s premier outdoor destinations — with mountain hiking leading its eco-tourism surge. Driven by growing domestic interest in outdoor recreation unde»»»
Finance Minister: Syria’s economy expected to grow 11.3% in 2026
Damascus, Aug. 10 (SANA) Finance Minister Mohamad Yisr Barnieh said Syria’s economy is expected to grow by 11.3% this year, with growth momentum projected to continue in the coming years, while production in several sectors is expected to return to pre-2011 levels by 2030. In an exclusive interview»»»
Syria opens international forum on education, innovation and employment in Damascus
DAMASCUS: The International Forum on Education and Innovation opened in Damascus on Monday, bringing together officials and experts to discuss the future of education, innovation and workforce development. The forum is organized by the Economic Group for Promoting International Investments, in coop»»»
Settlers attack village northeast of Ramallah
RAMALLAH: Israeli settlers, under the protection of Israeli occupation forces, have attacked the village of Al-Mughayyir, northeast of Ramallah. Amin Abu Aliya, the head of the Al-Mughayyir Village Council, said that settlers attacked Palestinian farmers in the eastern plain area and local resident»»»
Israeli Channel 12: The Americans continue to reduce the number of aerial refueling aircraft at Ben Gurion Airport. The number of refueling aircraft is now already close to the level seen during the ceasefire, when there were only about 20 refueling aircraft at the airport - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Wars to open hotel in Warsaw
Wars plans to open a conference and lodging center on Puławska Street in Warsaw after the summer as part of its push beyond railway catering. The pilot facility will have 50 rooms, including four premium suites, and is aimed mainly at business clients, conference organizers and training events. War»»»
Israeli glider drops stun grenades on Al-Mansouri town, South Lebanon: Al-Manar reporter - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Ukraine's Corruption Problem Turns US Arms Tech Transfers Into a Ticking Time Bomb
Patriot missile system makers Lockheed Martin and Raytheon are “very, very justified” in worrying about their IP being stolen and transferred to third parties outside Ukraine should Kiev get a license to build the system, retired US Army Lt. Col. and international consultant Earl Rasmussen told Spu»»»
Interior Minister: Period of Institutional Neglect over Digital Manipulation of Children Is Ending
In a Facebook post on Monday, Interior Minister Ivan Demerdzhiev said that "the State has often underestimated the scale of the digital manipulation of our children, but this period of institutional neglect is coming to an end." "The brutal murder in Plovdiv and the shameful humiliation of a child »»»
Cuba expands solar power with growing support from China - UPI.com
A technician inspects photovoltaic panels at a solar power installation in Pinar del Rio province, western Cuba, in late July Solar systems provided by China are helping ease the power shortage in Cuba. Photo by Ernesto Mastrascusa/EPA Aug. 10 (UPI) -- Cuba expanded incentives for importing renewab»»»
JASAN Group breaks ground on $117m integrated textile complex in Qantara West Industrial Zone
Waleid Gamal El-Din, Chairperson of the Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZONE), attended the groundbreaking ceremony on Monday for a new industrial project by Zhejiang Jiansheng Group Co. Ltd, commercially known as JASAN Group, in the Qantara West Industrial Zone. The project will be developed on a 300,»»»
Chile launches agenda to step up fight against organized crime - UPI.com
Chilean President Jose Antonio Kast's agenda includes more than 30 bills aimed at strengthening efforts to combat criminal organizations. Photo by Adrian Thomasa/EPA SANTIAGO, Chile, Aug. 10 (UPI) -- Chilean President José Antonio Kast signed a constitutional reform bill Monday that lays the ground»»»
Tartous Port’s fourth quay brings added capacity, trade opportunities
Damascus, Aug. 10 (SANA) Syria’s takeover of the fourth commercial quay at Tartous Port, under a memorandum of understanding with Russia, is set to boost the port’s operational capacity, speed up cargo handling and ease pressure on other berths, according to economic experts. But translating those »»»
Teenager sacrifices his life after rescuing six people from drowning
Cairo: An 18-year-old Egyptian died after rescuing six people from drowning off the coast of Alexandria, turning what began as a heroic rescue into a tragedy. According to local authorities, Ziad Mohamed Ahmed Mahmoud spotted several people struggling in the water after strong waves carried them aw»»»
Embattled Rep. Max Miller stays in campaign for re-election in Ohio - UPI.com
Max Miller arrives for the State Dinner hosted by President Donald Trump at the White House in Washington, D.C., on September 20, 2019. Now a congressman, Miller's campaign said he won't suspend his re-election bid amid abuse accusations. File Photo by Ron Sachs/UPI | License Photo Aug. 10 (UPI) --»»»
Can ‘Islamic NATO’ rein in both Israel and Iran?
The signing of the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement by Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Pakistan may eventually be remembered as one of the more consequential geopolitical developments to emerge from the current Middle Eastern crisis. Signed in Mecca by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Turkish Presid»»»
Turkish Airlines stays profitable — but Middle East war is squeezing margins
Dubai: Turkish Airlines remained profitable in the second quarter despite the impact of the Middle East war and sharply higher jet fuel prices, but the conflict continued to weigh on the carrier’s costs. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The airline reported a net profit»»»
Ukraine’s Zelensky says up to 50,000 North Korean troops to be deployed in Russia
SEOUL: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said up to 50,000 North Korean soldiers will be deployed in Russia to fight for Pyongyang’s ally, while calling on South Korea to provide support for its air defense.Zelensky said on X on Saturday that “a decision has been made for 30,000 to 50,00»»»
Young women collapse one after another at Budapest concert
Police have launched an investigation into suspected drug possession following a series of medical incidents during DJ Balázs Sebestyén’s show (DJ OTI), Telex reported on Monday, citing the Budapest Police Headquarters. Several women fell ill during Saturday’s concert, amid media reports that GHB –»»»
Leader Makes New Appointments to Top Military Posts; Vahidi Named IRGC Commander - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Why is Egypt investigating all mobile operators?
Cairo: Egypt's National Telecom Regulatory Authority (NTRA) has referred all mobile network operators in the country to the Public Prosecution after uncovering violations involving mobile phone lines registered in the names of citizens without their knowledge or possession. The regulator said it to»»»
Netanyahu’s Snub of Trump Over Gaza is Posturing Linked to Looming Elections
“It’s not a secret that the Likud Party is facing decreasing support,” even among its traditional voters, Avi Melamed, an Israel-based strategic intelligence analyst, told Sputnik – commenting Netanyahu’s rejection of Trump’s Gaza peace plan. “We have to remember that Mr. Netanyahu was marking the »»»
As the Middle East War Continues Unabated Europe Is Confronted with Its Worst Energy Crisis, with the EU Unable to Formulate Cohesive Response
As the Middle East War Continues Unabated Europe Is Confronted with Its Worst Energy Crisis, with the EU Unable to Formulate Cohesive Response - Institute of Energy for South-East Europe About UsMission and VisionBackgroundAnnual ReportArticles of AssociationBoard of GovernorsOrganizationExecutive »»»
Europe is Caught Once Again in the Grip of a Geopolitical Crisis
Europe is Caught Once Again in the Grip of a Geopolitical Crisis - Institute of Energy for South-East Europe About UsMission and VisionBackgroundAnnual ReportArticles of AssociationBoard of GovernorsOrganizationExecutive CommitteeScientific CommitteesResearchInternational Advisory GroupCo-operation»»»
Brother of NEET aspirant who died by suicide found dead in Mangaluru hotel after returning from Dubai
Dubai: Arjun Mahesh, the brother of a NEET aspirant who died by suicide earlier this year, was found dead in a hotel room in Mangaluru on Monday, police said. Mahesh, who worked as an automobile engineer in Dubai, had reportedly been under severe emotional distress following his sister Aija’s death»»»
Major earthquake rocks Colombia and neighbors, killing 18 people
BOGOTA: A powerful earthquake rocked Colombia and neighboring Latin American countries on Monday, with at least 18 people confirmed dead in first reports as shocked residents surveyed destroyed buildings. Emergency teams rushed to help victims and search for survivors in the rubble after geologists»»»
Ukrainian drone attack on Russian oil hub kills 13
Ukraine attacked the petroleum hub of Nizhnekamsk in central Russia’s Tatarstan region on Monday, killing 13 people and injuring 75 others, local authorities said, in one of the deadliest attacks in the country in the 4-year-old war. The Ukrainian military said it hit an oil refinery in Nizhnekamsk»»»
Review: Shrimp Nation
On days that I do not want to cook, I look for reasonably priced takeaway or dine-in places, and Shrimp Nation falls in the latter category. With multiple locations across the Kingdom, Shrimp Nation is the place to have delicious seafood without burning a hole in your pocket. The menu is limited bu»»»
Houthis launch new drone wave across Yemen’s government-held areas
AL-MUKALLA: At least two Yemeni government soldiers were killed in southern Yemen as the Houthis launched a new wave of drone attacks on government-controlled areas in Aden, Mocha and Shabwa. The escalation came as the Yemeni army vowed on Monday to respond to Houthi drone and missile strikes on th»»»
Kuwait to deport expatriates convicted under new commercial concealment law
Kuwait: Kuwait has issued a new decree-law introducing tougher measures to combat commercial concealment, imposing prison sentences, heavier financial penalties and business closures as part of efforts to strengthen transparency and regulate economic activity. Decree-Law No. 78 of 2026, published i»»»
Oman moves to contain oil spill from explosion-hit tanker
MUSCAT: Oman on Monday said it was working to contain an oil spill off its southern coast after a tanker ran aground in June inside a protected marine area, triggering calls for action by environmentalists. It follows an investigation by AFP that found the Caroline Bezengi had been stranded for wee»»»
Don Nelson, the visionary who saw the NBA’s future, dies at 86
DUBAI: Hall of Fame coach Don Nelson, one of basketball’s great innovators whose ideas helped shape the modern NBA, has died at the age of 86. Nelson died peacefully on Sunday surrounded by family, bringing to a close a remarkable life in basketball that stretched across more than six decades as a »»»
Major quake rocks Colombia and other countries, causing damage and injuries
Bogotá: A powerful earthquake rocked Colombia and other Latin American countries on Monday, causing unspecified damage and injuries and building evacuations in Bogota. The Colombian geological service put the magnitude of the quake at 6.6 while its American counterpart USGS put it at 7.4, with an e»»»