Scientists use AI to design living viruses for the first time
Artificial intelligence has crossed another scientific milestone by designing entirely new viruses that have never existed in nature, a breakthrough that could accelerate medical research while intensifying concerns about the misuse of the technology. The work, published on Thursday in the journal »»»
Rare eagle Feliks rescued from smugglers soars free again
Belgrade: Feliks, a rare eastern imperial eagle, is again soaring through the skies of his Serbian homeland after being rescued from the clutches of bird smugglers during his inaugural migration, the national bird society said Friday. Serbia's Bird Protection and Study Society, which helped return »»»
Actress, engineer, militant’s widow among Syria’s new women MPs
DAMASCUS: In Syria’s first post-Assad parliament, women lawmakers stand out more for their diversity than their numbers: a famous actress, a Christian engineer, a Kurdish leader and the widow of a hard-line Islamist commander. Women hold 22 of the 207 current seats in Syria’s parliament, or just ov»»»
Crowds flock to sea but can’t escape the heat in northeast China
DALIAN, China: Thousands of holidaymakers flocked to the sea in northeast China to cool down, only to find it was even hotter than back home as a heatwave bakes the region. Along the pebble beach of Fujiazhuang Park in Dalian, a city famed for its fresh seafood and Yellow Sea coastal sights, beachg»»»
ICE will release body camera video only when seen in the agency’s ‘best interests,’ policy says
WASHINGTON: Immigration and Customs Enforcement is moving to equip officers with body cameras in the next two months but the agency’s policy gives it broad control over what footage will be made public by specifying any releases must be in its “best interests.” After years of delays, ICE said its f»»»
Pre-Trial Proceeding Launched after Wildfire Erupts near Trakia Motorway
Pre-trial proceedings have been launched at the Septemvri Regional Police Station under the supervision of the Pazardzhik Regional Prosecutor's Office, the Pazardzhik Interior Ministry Regional Directorate reported on Friday, after a wildfire broke out near the 69th kilometre of the Trakia Motorway»»»
On Gaza rooftop, beekeeper keeps hope alive one hive at a time
Gaza City: Perched on the edge of a rooftop high above Gaza City's bombed-out landscape, Ibrahim Al Dabba lovingly tends his community of bees, cultivating a rare source of hope among the ruins of the Israel-Hamas war. Al Dabba and his sons, donning protective netted hats and wielding metal bee smo»»»
Riyadh is ripe for creativity, opportunities for youth, Publicis Groupe CEO says
RIYADH: Bassel Kakish, CEO at Publicis Groupe Middle East and Turkiye, wants to bring creativity back to the Kingdom’s youthful capital. “We are in a talent-first business,” Kakish told Arab News. “We are at a lucky period as far as the Kingdom is concerned because it’s all about the talent — the y»»»
Scorching summer: Heatwaves sweep across the world in pictures
Dubai: From scorching streets to sun-baked landscapes, heatwaves have gripped parts of the world as summer temperatures soar. This photo gallery captures the intense heat seen across countries during late July and early August, highlighting crowded cooling spots, shimmering cityscapes and the strik»»»
New Belgium coach Van Bommel had no hesitation accepting job
BRUSSELS: Belgium’s new coach Mark van Bommel did not hesitate to accept the job offer even if there might have been a chance to take over the national team of his native Netherlands, who are still looking for a coach after the World Cup. Van Bommel, in his first press conference since his appoint»»»
Trump privately backed JD Vance for 2028, Washington Post Reports
US President Donald Trump has privately indicated that he wants Vice President JD Vance to succeed him in the White House, The Washington Post reported on Thursday, citing people familiar with the matter. During a closed-door Republican donor meeting in the Oval Office roughly two weeks ago, Trump »»»
Makkah Defense Pact Combines Biggest Strengths of Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and Pakistan
The pact stems from waning confidence in US security commitments and a desire to establish a self-reliant Islamic defense structure. The newly-signed defence agreement brings together "Saudi Arabia's economic strength, Turkiye's defense technology and Pakistan's military capabilities," according to»»»
Trump announces tariffs on key part for solar panels, other electronics - UPI.com
President Donald Trump participates in the signing of executive orders Thursday in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, D.C. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick is shown at right. Trump signed an order imposing new rules on tariffs on polysilicon and related products. Photo by Aaron Schw»»»
Red Sea Museum announces STEM summer camp to inspire new generation
RIYADH: The Red Sea Museum has announced the launch of its summer camp, the Red Sea Lab, a program specializing in science, technology, engineering and mathematics for children aged 10 to 14, aiming to inspire a new generation of scientists and innovators. Taking place from Aug. 25 to 29 at the Red»»»
Suspended priest in Grenada turns to calypso to preach about sexual abuse and Gaza
SAN JUAN: A suspended Catholic priest on a tiny Caribbean island is embracing calypso to make his voice heard on topics including Gaza and sexual abuse within the church. Father Gerard Paul, who hails from Grenada, can no longer officiate masses, funerals, weddings or baptisms after repeatedly crit»»»
Bus driver kicked explosive drone out of the air at German airport, lawmaker says
BERLIN: A bus driver knocked an explosive-laden drone out of the air, potentially preventing an attack this week at a German airport that serves as a major NATO and cargo logistics hub, a senior lawmaker said on Friday. The man spotted the drone flying low while he was working at Leipzig/Halle airp»»»
Bulgaria Turns Back 150 Tonnes of Non-EU Goods at Border in June 2026
As a result of the official veterinary and phytosanitary controls carried out, including temporarily intensified official controls and the implementation of emergency measures for consignments of food and feed of non-animal origin intended for import into the European Union (EU), 35 consignments to»»»
Israeli settler charged over fatal shooting of Palestinian activist
Israeli prosecutors have charged Jewish settler Yinon Levi on Thursday with reckless homicide over the fatal 2025 shooting of Palestinian community leader Awdah Hathaleen in the occupied West Bank, marking the first such indictment in seven years. Hathaleen, a 31-year-old teacher, was killed on Jul»»»
Watch: Capybaras wander into legislative building in Brazil - UPI.com
Aug. 6 (UPI) -- A video captured at a state legislative building in Brazil shows workers practicing their animal handling skills by ejecting some unusual trespassers: a pair of capybaras. The video shows the two capybaras, the world's largest rodents, calmly wandering into the Legislative Assembly »»»
Ruse Prosecutors Investigate Two Organized Crime Groups Over Fentanyl Production
The Ruse District Prosecution Office is investigating two organized crime groups involved in the production and distribution of high-risk narcotic substances after a specialized operation uncovered a fentanyl laboratory and led to the seizure of record quantities of the drug, officials said at a br»»»
Forest Wonders brings a wildlife indoor experience to Jeddah Season
JEDDAH: Hundreds of visitors have explored the Forest Wonders zone at Jeddah Season since its opening, to experience an indoor rainforest-inspired attraction that combines wildlife encounters, educational activities and family entertainment. The journey takes visitors through several spaces where t»»»
Indian expat in Dubai denied anticipatory bail in Kerala wife's suicide abetment case
Dubai: A sessions court in Kerala has denied anticipatory bail to a Dubai-based Indian expat accused of abetting the suicide of his 20-year-old wife, while granting pre-arrest bail to his parents, who are also named in the case. As first reported by Gulf News, Kerala Police had issued a Look Out Ci»»»
‘One Child Dead Each Day’: Renewed Israeli Barrages Pound Gaza as UN Warns Truce Is Failing
Israeli occupation forces unleashed a fresh wave of heavy bombardment across the Gaza Strip on Friday, with tank shelling, artillery barrages, naval gunfire, and drone strikes pounding multiple locations, according to Palestinian media reports. Military correspondents and local witnesses confirmed »»»
Structural Reforms Proposals in Health Care to Be Put to Broad Public Discussion, Minister Says
Proposals for structural reforms will be presented for broad public discussion, Health Minister Katya Ivkova said, as quoted by the Ministry's press centre on Friday. These are not final decisions, but proposals for structural reforms aimed at creating an administration that is more accountable to »»»
Vijay’s wife Sangeetha withdraws divorce plea, case closed
Dubai: Sangeetha, the wife of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and actor C Joseph Vijay, on Friday withdrew her divorce petition against him, bringing the proceedings before the Chengalpattu Family Court to an end. Sangeetha appeared before the court through video conference and informed Judge Sujatha tha»»»
'Thudakkam' review: Vismaya Mohanlal is promising, but it's Ashish's terrifying villain who steals the show
'Thudakkam' review: Nepo kids, real talent and one chilling villainDirector: Jude Anthany JosephCast: Vismaya Mohanlal, Ashish Joe Antony, Sai Kumar★★★Dubai: Let's first address the elephant in the room: Thudakkam is undeniably a bit of an unapologetic nepo-kid showcase. Vismaya Mohanlal, the daugh»»»
Thousands of rail travelers in England face a second day of disruption - UPI.com
Rail commuters at Liverpool's Lime Street Station on Thursday wait for information on whether their service was affected by a technical fault at a signaling center that caused major disruption across the rail network. Photo by Adam Vaughan/EPA Aug. 7 (UPI) -- Rail passengers in England were facing »»»
Israeli Officers Warn: “Security Zone Will Strengthen Hezbollah, Revive Its Glory” - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli Officers Warn: “Security Zone Will Strengthen Hezbollah, Revive Its Glory” 07-08-2026 14:35 PM Hezbollah flag in an image released »»»
Taif’s rose trade grows beyond the harvest
MAKKAH: For decades, the Taif rose was a symbol: A fragrant shrub bound to the name of Taif, sold fresh and admired for a few weeks each spring. It is now also a manufacturing base. Processing plants have extended the flower’s commercial life across the whole year, creating an economic and tourism »»»
US told Israel that Hezbollah did not commit any violation
The United States conveyed a message to Israel stating that Hezbollah did not violate the ceasefire agreement, urging it to refrain from retaliation, in the wake of the deadly blast that killed two Israeli soldiers in Majdal Zoun, an Israeli security official told Israel’s public broadcaster. The s»»»
Teachers, students killed in Thai school shooting near Bangkok
A student at a high school in Thailand's Nonthaburi province north of Bangkok killed six people, including three teachers and three students, in a school shooting on Friday. Police said the gunman killed his grandparents before opening fire at the school. Thailand has one of the highest rates of gu»»»
A statement is expected from the Yemeni Armed Forces announcing a major military operation: spokesman - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe A statement is expected from the Yemeni Armed Forces announcing a major military operation: spokesman 07-08-2026 14:17 PM Latest News Urgen»»»
Plunging inflation in Hungary: how long will it last?
In recent years, we had grown used to inflation figures bringing unpleasant news: rising prices, soaring food bills or ever more expensive fuel. For the first time in a long while, however, Hungary’s inflation rate can be discussed in a positive context, having fallen to a ten-year low. Experts exp»»»
UAE and Syria explore new investment and business opportunities
Dubai: The UAE and Syria have explored ways to deepen economic cooperation and identify new investment opportunities across a range of strategic sectors, as both countries seek to strengthen commercial ties and expand private sector partnerships. The discussions took place during a meeting in Dubai»»»
MP Calls for the Creation of Bulgarian Cybersecurity Agency
A dedicated cybersecurity agency should be established to bring Bulgaria’s fragmented cyber defense resources together under one structure, said Bozhidar Bozhanov, co-chair of “Yes, Bulgaria.” His comments came after the Ministry of Innovation and Digital Transformation announced on August 5 that u»»»
‘FIFA World Cup 2026’ group led CBI to NEET suspects
A WhatsApp group named “FIFA World Cup 2026”, allegedly created to coordinate a small group of NEET-UG aspirants receiving privileged coaching, became one of the key digital trails that helped investigators uncover the alleged NEET-UG 2026 paper leak conspiracy, according to the Central Bureau of I»»»
A deeper look into Pakistan’s role in the region
ISLAMABAD: As Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Jeddah on Thursday, leading a high-powered delegation comprising federal ministers and Chief of Defense Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, foreign affairs and defense experts said that the visit is expected to enhance defense and security co»»»
Israel targets Lebanese army bulldozer in al-Mansouri, wounds soldier
The Lebanese Army entered the southern town of al-Mansouri overnight to clear roads after Israeli shelling and strikes. To obstruct the Lebanese soldiers from deploying in the town and clearing the roads for residents to return, the Israeli military targeted the army's bulldozer, dropped sound bomb»»»
Al-Rahi meets Aoun, calls for national unity after Rome talks
Maronite Patriarch Beshara al-Rahi met on Friday with President Joseph Aoun, a day after a seventh round of Israeli-Lebanese talks concluded in Rome. Following the meeting, Patriarch al-Rahi praised President Aoun’s stances as "honorable" and "patriotic," emphasizing that maintaining national unity»»»
US says Lebanon, Israel 'much closer' to agreeing pilot zone expansion
U.S. State Department spokesman Tommy Pigott said in a statement that the seventh round of negotiations between Lebanon and Israel was “fruitful” amid ongoing Israeli attacks on Lebanon. “Lebanon and Israel are much closer to reaching an agreement on advancing and expanding the pilot zones process,»»»
US reportedly presses Israel to de-escalate in Lebanon
Washington has informed Israel through intensive contacts of the need to de-escalate in Lebanon, sources told Al-Arabiya on Friday. “Washington has stressed to the Lebanese side its commitment to the success of negotiations with Israel,” the sources said. The United States told Israel that it suppo»»»
After Plovdiv Fatal Assault, NGO Says Child Protection and Rule of Law Should Go Hand in Hand
Child protection and the rule of law must go hand in hand. Anything less represents a failure of the institutions, and children are ultimately the biggest victims, the National Network for Children (NNC) said in a statement on Friday, following the killing of a 37-year-old man in Plovdiv, in connec»»»
UAE confirms its markets are free of lettuce linked to the Cyclospora outbreak
Dubai: The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment has confirmed that UAE markets are free of lettuce products linked to the cyclosporiasis outbreak. The Ministry said it remains in regular coordination with health and regulatory authorities to monitor and inspect shipments entering the country.»»»
Israeli occupation forces torch homes and properties in teh southern Lebanese border town of Houla: Al-Manar reporter - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Al-Manar correspondent reports constant Israeli drone activity over Beirut’s Dahiyeh - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Israeli occupation forces stationed at Radar post open machine gun fire towards the outskirts of southern Lebanese town of Shebaa - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Ukraine's interceptor missiles run dry as Zelenskiy scours the world for more
Ukraine's stockpile of air-defence interceptor missiles is running down to zero this week, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's mounting desperation as the hunt for replacement ammunition fails is becoming impossible to hide, with the country's skies over its cities now largely undefended »»»
Ukraine's interceptor missiles run dry as Zelenskiy scours the world for more
Ukraine's stockpile of air-defence interceptor missiles is running down to zero this week, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's mounting desperation as the hunt for replacement ammunition fails is becoming impossible to hide, with the country's skies over its cities now largely undefended »»»
Ukraine's ex-ambassador to Washington charged with illicit enrichment in widening corruption purge
Ukraine's National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) and the Specialised Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (SAPO) have charged Olha Stefanishyna, until recently Ukraine's ambassador to the US, in a new illicit-enrichment case tied to the purchase of a Kyiv apartment, two days after she resigned her p»»»
America’s murder crisis isn’t as hopeless as many believe
For those Americans who live in murder hot spots inside of the United States, life may seem like a daily reenactment of the O.K. Corral shootout. But surprising as it may be, the bulk of the nation is relatively safe from such violence. The US breathed a huge sigh of relief as the FIFA World Cup vi»»»