Fallen French football giants Bordeaux move closer to extinction
Bordeaux: Bordeaux, once one of France's leading football clubs and the team where the country's new head coach Zinedine Zidane made his name, lurched further into trouble on Friday. After years of crippling financial problems, the spectre of judicial liquidation is looming over the Girondins after»»»
India’s 80th Independence Day: Progress, people and partnership
JEDDAH: As India celebrates its 80th Independence Day, we remember with gratitude the countless men and women whose courage and sacrifice secured our freedom. We also pay tribute to the generations of Indians who have, since 1947, strengthened our democracy, built our institutions and contributed t»»»
Kentucky woman charged with vandalizing National Mall's WWII Memorial - UPI.com
Federal authorities charged Melissa L. Farris, 41 of Kentucky, with felony vandalism for allegedly spray painting the National Mall's World War II Memorial. Photo courtesy of U.S. Attorney's Office in Washington, D.C. Aug. 14 (UPI) -- A Kentucky woman was arrested for allegedly vandalizing the Nati»»»
Ex-Cambridge Uni professor at center of plagiarism scandal found dead
LONDON: Black British academic Jason Arday, who resigned from the University of Cambridge last week amid a high-profile plagiarism storm that featured racism claims, was found dead Friday, UK media outlets reported. Arday, 41, died after being found unresponsive at an address in south London on Fri»»»
FDA, CDC inspect Taylor Farms' Mexican plant in cyclosporiasis probe - UPI.com
Farm workers harvest romaine lettuce in Salinas, Calif., on April 28, 2020. The Food and Drug Administration announced it is inspecting the Mexican processing facility of Taylor Farms as part of its probe into the ongoing outbreak of Cyclospora infections. File Photo by Terry Schmitt/UPI | License »»»
Europe killed 25,000 of its own people this summer for want of air conditioning
Extreme heat has killed more than 25,000 people across Europe this year, on data compiled by Insurance Journal from government agencies and research institutions in Germany, Spain, France, the UK, Switzerland and the Netherlands. Germany alone accounts for an estimated 11,900 excess heat deaths sin»»»
Russian view, Tehran's Hormuz trap
The escalation of US armed action against Iran, coupled with the sharp weakening of pro-Iranian groups across the region under parallel Israeli operations, has pushed Tehran to abandon its policy of strategic patience. In its place, according to a former ambassador to Tehran, Aleksandr Maryasov, Ir»»»
Youth from 34 countries launch One Korea alliance in Seoul - UPI.com
1 of 3 | Judges for the Peace Innovation Challenge pose during the 2026 One Korea Youth Forum in Seoul on Aug. 12. From left are Hyo-geon Kim, manager at Gain Consulting Group; Namsik Yoo, co-representative of Alliance for Korea United USA; Joo-hyuk Kim, producer at New Korea Foundation; Geon-dong »»»
What has changed in Afghanistan five years after the Taliban’s return?
NEW YORK CITY: Olga Cherevko has spent the past several months crisscrossing Afghanistan, from Bamiyan and Herat to Paktika, Khost and, most recently, Nuristan, where flash flooding recently tore through villages, leaving families with nothing. Across different landscapes and provinces, the stories»»»
Violence in Sudan continues to imperil civilians UN
United Nations: Violence continues to take a heavy toll on civilians and displace people across Sudan, UN humanitarians warned on Wednesday. In Blue Nile state, more than 20 civilians were killed and many others injured on Tuesday in clashes in Geisan town in the southeast of the country, the UN Of»»»
Trump dismisses concerns over crew aboard USS Abraham Lincoln
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump dismissed concerns Friday over living conditions and the mental health of service members on a US aircraft carrier deployed against Iran, while confirming the ship would soon rotate out. Asked by reporters whether family members were worried about the situation on»»»
Lebanon’s creative talent suffers as regional war drags on
BEIRUT: For decades, the Gulf served as the center of gravity for much of Lebanon’s creative talent, with swaths of designers and marketing executives flocking to its cities to find clients or relying on its foundations and cultural centers for funding. But with regional economies now under pressu»»»
WHO decries lack of justice over 10,000 attacks on healthcare
GENEVA: The World Health Organization said Friday that more than 10,000 attacks on healthcare had been recorded since 2018 — but nobody has ever been brought to justice. These attacks, reported across 29 countries and territories, have resulted in approximately 5,700 deaths and 8,500 injuries, the »»»
Cubans find rest on rooftops as blackouts drive them from home
HAVANA: Every night, when summer heat and blackouts make sleep impossible at home, Cubans head for rooftops, porches and public spaces where they can catch a breeze. Alexis Milan waits with his blind 17-year-old son for the sun to disappear behind the horizon of Central Havana, so they can head to »»»
Hezbollah chief says Lebanon-Israel deal puts undue pressure on army
BEIRUT: Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem on Friday accused Lebanese authorities of subjecting the country’s armed forces to undue pressure by implementing a framework deal agreed with Israel to end hostilities. The June trilateral framework, to which the United States is also a party, involves the disar»»»
Hezbollah chief calls to reverse 'mistake' of direct talks with Israel - UPI.com
Hezbollah Secretary General Sheikh Naim Qassem called Friday for “reversing the sinful, disgraceful and humiliating mistake” of Lebanon negotiating peace with Israel. File Photo by Wael Hamzeh/EPA BEIRUT, Lebanon, Aug. 14 (UPI) -- Hezbollah leader Sheikh Naim Qassem lashed out at the Lebanese offic»»»
US Puts Military Option Against Cuba on Hold - Reports
WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - The United States is putting military action against Cuba on hold, with Washington increasingly focusing on economic pressure, Bloomberg reported on Friday, citing sources. According to the report, US President Donald Trump wants to avoid deploying US troops to Cuba, while th»»»
Qatar Beach Volleyball team wins silver at West Asia Championship
Beirut: Qatar's men's beach volleyball team, represented by Mohammed Ehab and Mousa Al Khair, won the silver medal after finishing runners-up in the second and final round of the 2026 West Asia Beach Volleyball Championship in Batroun, Lebanon. The Qatari duo defeated Kuwait 2-0 in the quarterfinal»»»
EU Monitoring Albania’s New Special Court Rules Amid Concerns Over Media Access
The European Union says it is aware of new internal regulations introduced by Albania’s Special Court for Corruption and Organized Crime (GJKKO), amid growing public debate over restrictions on media access and the transparency of court proceedings. The new rules, which set tighter security, order »»»
Man attacks two Hungarian police officers and service dog, officers use tear gas to stop him – video
A man in his twenties has been arrested in Hungary after allegedly attacking two police officers and a service dog during an incident at his home in Komárom-Esztergom County. The man was reportedly behaving aggressively and damaging property inside his home when police were called to the scene. He »»»
‘It’s a performance’: Qusra mayor slams Israeli response to break settler siege
QUSRA, West Bank: Israeli military operations to remove extremist settlers encircling three homes on a hilltop in Qusra are “just a performance,” the village’s mayor told Arab News, as 15 Palestinians remain trapped in a siege in its sixth day. Abdul Azim Wadi said Thursday’s operation marked the n»»»
Brazil orders Discord to suspend livestreaming after teen's death - UPI.com
Brazil's suspension of streaming on Discord follows the death of a 13-year-old girl in mid-July, G1 reported. Investigators said other users on the platform coerced the teenager into taking her own life during a real-time video broadcast. Photo by indra projects/Pexels BRASILIA, Brazil, Aug. 14 (UP»»»
The Black Sea war sends world wheat prices up
The US Department of Agriculture has cut its forecasts for Russian and Ukrainian grain exports because of the Black Sea shipping war, and every rival exporter's price has gone up. The department's monthly Grain: World Markets and Trade report, published on August 12 by its Foreign Agricultural Serv»»»
Europe killed 25,000 of its own people this summer for want of air conditioning
Extreme heat has killed more than 25,000 people across Europe this year, on data compiled by Insurance Journal from government agencies and research institutions in Germany, Spain, France, the UK, Switzerland and the Netherlands. Germany alone accounts for an estimated 11,900 excess heat deaths sin»»»
Saudi content creator turns passion for art into growing Arabic cultural platform
JEDDAH: After many years building and developing digital content teams at major media organizations, Saudi media content creator Farah Al-Ibrahim decided to start her own project to tell stories about art, artists and culture. The result was Fann Culture, an independent Arabic cultural media platfo»»»
Saudi content creator turns passion for art into growing Arabic cultural platform
JEDDAH: After many years building and developing digital content teams at major media organizations, Saudi media content creator Farah Al-Ibrahim decided to start her own project to tell stories about art, artists and culture. The result was Fann Culture, an independent Arabic cultural media platfo»»»
Migrant charity says 11 bodies spotted in sea off Libya
ROME: A plane operated by non-governmental organizations assisting migrants in the Mediterranean spotted 11 decomposing bodies in the sea off the coast of Libya on Friday. The SOS Mediterranee NGO in a statement called it a “harrowing scene,” saying “some of the bodies still had clothes on, others »»»
Saudi accounting body refers firm to Public Prosecution for unlicensed practice
RIYADH: The Saudi Organization for Chartered and Professional Accountants has referred a commercial establishment to the Public Prosecution after detecting that it had advertised professional services without obtaining the required license, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Friday. The organizatio»»»
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RIYADH: “Sigma,” “chicken banana,” “Italian brain rot” — to an adult scrolling through a child’s phone, the phrases can sound like fragments of a fever dream. But behind the bizarre characters, repetitive sounds, and seemingly nonsensical memes is a digital language increasingly shaping how young p»»»
Mangione admits shooting health care CEO
NEW YORK: Luigi Mangione admitted Friday to gunning down a top US health insurance boss in a Manhattan street as he pleaded guilty to stalking charges before a federal judge. In a crime that shook corporate America and gripped the country, 28-year-old Mangione is alleged to have murdered chief exec»»»
Earthquake in Colombia: Nearly 300 people trapped in rubbles
In Colombia, hopes are fading of finding survivors after Monday’s powerful earthquake. Rescue teams are now turning their focus to recovering bodies, but families are still holding out hope of finding their loved ones alive beneath the rubble. Many have taken matters into their own hands, as our re»»»
EU Lacks Moral Standing to Preach on Human Rights: Iran FM
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi denounced the European Union’s interventionist statements on Iran under the pretext of human rights, saying the bloc lacks any moral standing to lecture others because of its own record on human rights. Araqchi made the remarks in a telephone conversation with»»»
‘Designed to inspire and empower’: PIF and Formula E boost learning platform
LONDON: PIF and Formula E are announcing the expansion of the Driving Force program through a new online platform, giving young people worldwide a backstage pass to the future of motorsport through STEM and sustainability education. The multi-dimensional learning program was first launched in April»»»
Inside the Esports World Cup 2026 Fan Fest: Where gaming, culture and community meet
DUBAI: Community events and activities are at the heart of the fan experience during the Esports World Cup, and represent one of the core values of the competition currently taking place in France. Beyond the thrilling action on the tournament stages at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, this year mar»»»
The Black Sea war sends world wheat prices up
The US Department of Agriculture has cut its forecasts for Russian and Ukrainian grain exports because of the Black Sea shipping war, and every rival exporter's price has gone up. The department's monthly Grain: World Markets and Trade report, published on August 12 by its Foreign Agricultural Serv»»»
Sheikh Qassem: Framework Agreement Comprises Lebanon’s Surrender to Israeli Enemy, Hezbollah Will Keep Steadfast till Achieving Victory
Hezbollah Secretary General Sheikh Naim Qassem delivered on Friday a televised speech on the anniversary of the Divine Victory over the Israeli enemy in 2006, affirming that the Israeli enemy has always resorted to pretexts in order to wage prepared wars on Lebanon. Sheikh Qassem pointed out that o»»»
Kazakh billionaire Turlov bids for presidency of World Chess Federation
Kazakh billionaire Timur Turlov did not set out to run world chess. In late June the founder of Freedom Holding Corp, the Nasdaq-listed financial services group, agreed to stand as deputy to Arkady Dvorkovich, the International Chess Federation (FIDE) president seeking a third term. Then on July 23»»»
The Black Sea war sends world wheat prices up
The US Department of Agriculture has cut its forecasts for Russian and Ukrainian grain exports because of the Black Sea shipping war, and every rival exporter's price has gone up. The department's monthly Grain: World Markets and Trade report, published on August 12 by its Foreign Agricultural Serv»»»
Grants mask a widening $20bn hole in Ukraine’s wartime budget, KSE says
Grants from the European Union and other partners now cover more than a fifth of Ukraine’s budget revenue, masking a wartime financing gap that widened to $20bn in the first half of 2026. Kyiv’s headline deficit tells a reassuring story. After counting $13.1bn in grants, the central budget shortfal»»»
Kazakh billionaire Turlov bids for presidency of World Chess Federation
Kazakh billionaire Timur Turlov did not set out to run world chess. In late June the founder of Freedom Holding Corp, the Nasdaq-listed financial services group, agreed to stand as deputy to Arkady Dvorkovich, the International Chess Federation (FIDE) president seeking a third term. Then on July 23»»»
The Black Sea war sends world wheat prices up
The US Department of Agriculture has cut its forecasts for Russian and Ukrainian grain exports because of the Black Sea shipping war, and every rival exporter's price has gone up. The department's monthly Grain: World Markets and Trade report, published on August 12 by its Foreign Agricultural Serv»»»
NZ withdraws support for Infantino, Oceania backs review of scrapped stake sale plan
MELBOURNE: New Zealand became the latest nation to withdraw its support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s reelection bid on Friday over the aborted commercial rights stake sale plan, while Oceania’s confederation cautiously backed the governing body’s leadership. Infantino has faced open revolt»»»
Brazil police target former Rio governor Castro in new investigation
RIO DE JANEIRO: Brazil’s federal police on Friday carried out search warrants targeting former Rio de Janeiro Governor Claudio Castro, two sources familiar with the investigation told Reuters. Castro’s lawyer said in a statement to Reuters that authorities had not searched his reside»»»
Arsenal eye repeat after major Premier League managerial shake-up
LONDON: Arsenal begin the defense of their Premier League title as one of the few clubs untouched by a close season of managerial upheaval that has transformed the landscape of English football. While Mikel Arteta’s methods are tested and trusted at Arsenal after nearly seven years at the helm, it»»»
Zambia suspends vote counting nationwide citing violence
LUSAKA: Zambia suspended vote counting nationwide on Friday following reports of violence in some districts, the electoral commission said. The copper-rich southern African nation went to the polls on Thursday in an election focused on economic hardship. President Hakainde Hichilema, who has been i»»»
Singapore criminalises AI-generated explicit images
Singapore authorities prepare to enforce legislation that goes into effect on Monday, protecting citizens from online sexual abuse including banning the use of artificial intelligence to create explicit images without consent. The laws will also allow authorities to prosecute offenders suspected of»»»
Sheikh Qassem: What is happening is surrender, and we do not accept surrender. We will remain standing, steadfast. We do not accept the violation of our country’s sovereignty and for the blood of martyrs to be wasted - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Sheikh Qassem: What is happening is surrender, and we do not accept surrender. We will remain standing, steadfast. We do not accept the vio»»»
Sheikh Qassem: No matter how harsh the present is, the future, according to the divine promise and what we do as a duty, will, God willing, lead to changing these realities - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Sheikh Qassem: No matter how harsh the present is, the future, according to the divine promise and what we do as a duty, will, God willing,»»»
How Agentic AI could reshape government services in Abu Dhabi
Agentic AI could change how governments deliver public services by moving beyond answering questions to completing tasks, coordinating across departments and responding proactively to people’s needs, according to experts from Deloitte Middle East. Speaking about the growing role of the technology i»»»
MRF Burgas Chapter Leader Shirokov Remains in Custody
The Burgas Appellate Court upheld the remand in custody of MRF Burgas Chapter Leader Hristo Shirokov over alleged participation in an organized criminal group, the court said on Friday. The ruling is final and cannot be appealed. Prosecutors allege that the group included officials from the Burgas »»»