The Peninsula 15m

Suspected heatstroke kills three lions at Japan zoo

Tokyo: Three lions at a Tokyo zoo have died from suspected heatstroke and others are under treatment, a spokeswoman said on Tuesday, with the big cats struggling with high humidity. Japan sweltered through its hottest summer on record last year and parts of the country have hit 40C in recent weeks,»»»

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BNE 18m

Russia's first MC-21 commercial jet completes maiden flight

The first mass-production model of Russia's MC-21-310 airliner completed its maiden flight on August 3, the Moscow Times reported, days after President Vladimir Putin made a surprise visit to the aircraft's Siberian assembly plant. The jet flew for one hour and 23 minutes after taking off from an a»»»

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Arab News 19m

Elyanna lends star power to buzzy new album

DUBAI: Palestinian-Chilean singer Elyanna will feature on the forthcoming album from masked Egyptian musician Tul8te, pairing two of Arab pop’s rising young acts. The collaboration was confirmed after a studio photograph surfaced showing Elyanna alongside Tul8te and his longtime collaborator, Egypt»»»

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Gulf News 24m

FSSAI orders Dabur to halt products over misleading ‘100%’ claims

Dubai: India’s food safety regulator has ordered Dabur India to immediately stop selling food products carrying misleading “100%” claims, including honey, apple cider vinegar, coconut oil, cow ghee and coconut milk. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The Food Safety and S»»»

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Gulf News 24m

Air India Phuket-Delhi flight drops 300 feet during turbulence, passengers and crew injured

An Air India flight from Phuket, Thailand, to New Delhi encountered turbulence during its cruise on Tuesday, causing a brief change in altitude and leaving a small number of passengers and crew members with minor injuries. Flight AI2379, operated by an Airbus A320, experienced a brief turbulence-re»»»

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TAP 27m

"Zero tolerance for polluters," President says after Radès visit

Tunis, Aug. 4 (TAP)- President of the Republic Kaïs Saïed chaired a meeting Monday at the Carthage Palace with Premier Sarra Zaafrani Zenzri, Environment Minister Habib Abid, Minister of Cultural Affairs Amina Srarfi, Director General of the Agency...»»»

The Peninsula 28m

Osaka out to improve Toronto fortunes with eye on US Open

Toronto, Canada: Naomi Osaka is hoping her success last year in Montreal, where she finished runner-up to Victoria Mboko, will translate as the WTA's 1000 event in Canada shifts to Toronto. The four-time Grand Slam champion from Japan is coming off a semi-final run on the hard courts of Washington,»»»

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Gulf News 29m

From Trisha Krishnan to Anushka Sharma: Why powerful men keep weaponising women

Dubai: Watching the outrage over Udhayanidhi Stalin's controversial remarks involving actor Trisha and his subsequent arrest unfold, I couldn't help but wonder why women continue to be dragged into battles that were never theirs to fight. The clash was meant to be about the Cauvery water dispute an»»»

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24 News Agency 42m

 Women earn 23 percent less than men — ILO - | 24.KG

Women make up half of the world’s population, yet they continue to face unequal opportunities in the labor market. According to the International Labour Organization (ILO), in 2025 only 48 percent of women participated in the formal labor market, compared with 73 percent of men. On average, women e»»»

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The Peninsula 52m

Oil giant Aramco's profits soar 44 pct as war boosts prices

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: Oil giant Saudi Aramco reported a 44 percent surge in net profits on Tuesday after the Middle East war sent energy prices soaring. Aramco, the world's biggest oil exporter and engine of the Saudi economy, is the latest in a string of energy giants to report bumper profits as t»»»

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The Peninsula 52m

QC invited to participate in AIM Congress 2026 in Dubai

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Chamber (QC) hosted a delegation from the UAE’s AIM Congress Organising Committee yesterday. The meeting was held in the presence of QC Board Member Eng. Ali bin Abdullatif Al Misned; Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to the State of Qatar, H E Saeed Abdullah Al Qamzi; and C»»»

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Sana 52m

Syria, Japan hold first round of political consultations in Damascus

Damascus, Aug. 4 (SANA) Syria and Japan held their first round of bilateral political consultations in Damascus on Tuesday, discussing ways to expand diplomatic, economic and cultural cooperation, while exchanging views on regional developments. The Syrian delegation included Mohammad al-Jaffal, ad»»»

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Gulf News 53m

ADNOC and SLB deploy AI platform across more than 120 drilling rigs

Dubai: ADNOC has deployed an artificial intelligence platform across more than 120 drilling rigs, helping engineers identify operational problems earlier and avoid up to two days of downtime. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Developed with energy technology company SLB,»»»

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24 News Agency 54m

Askat Alagozov denies reports of foreign military personnel in Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG

Presidential press secretary Askat Alagozov denied reports circulating on social media that armed foreign forces are allegedly operating in the country. According to him, all such claims are untrue. Alagozov’s post was a response to a video by user Aidar Raev, in which the author claims that foreig»»»

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Arab News 55m

Heat kills 16 in South Korea this summer: interior ministry

SEOUL: South Korea’s summer heat has killed 16 people so far this year, the interior ministry said Tuesday, as the nation swelters in a wave of searing weather. Between May 15 and and August 2 a total of 2,025 people have suffered heat-related illnesses, of which 16 people have died, a ministry sta»»»

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Arab News 55m

Saudi Arabia’s SAL expands into Europe with Belgium cargo hub acquisition 

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s SAL Logistics Services has completed the acquisition of Belgium-based Aviapartner Liege for approximately SR120 million ($32 million), marking its first operational expansion outside the Kingdom. The deal gives the company its first international operating base at one of Euro»»»

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Arab News 55m

Cape Verde coach takes club job in Morocco

Cape Verde ‌coach Bubista, who took the small island nation to the last 32 ​in their World Cup debut last month, has been appointed coach at Morocco’s Renaissance Berkane, the club announced on Tuesday. No details of his contract were given, but it comes after protracted ‌negotiations that ‌include»»»

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Arab News 55m

Thai PM urges ‘calibrated re-engagement’ with Myanmar ahead of meeting with Min Aung Hlaing

JAKARTA: Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul ‌called on Tuesday for a “calibrated re-engagement” with Myanmar, ahead of his scheduled meeting this week with Myanmar junta chief turned president Min Aung Hlaing. Anutin was speaking at the headquarters of the Association of Southeast Asian Nation»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Drivers face Dh500 fine, four black points and seven-day vehicle impoundment for overloading vehicles

Abu Dhabi Police have warned motorists against carrying more passengers than their vehicles are designed to accommodate, as the practice poses a serious risk to road safety and increases the likelihood of severe injuries and fatalities in traffic accidents. The force said adhering to a vehicle's ap»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

Municipality ministry announces annual kingfish fishing ban from August 15

DOHA: The Ministry of Municipality, represented by the Fisheries Department, has announced the commencement of the annual kingfish fishing ban, which will be in effect from August 15 to October 31 each year, as part of efforts to protect fish stocks and ensure the sustainability of marine resources»»»

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Gulf News 1h

UAE Economy Hits Dh485 Billion as Non-Oil Sectors Take 79.4% Share

Dubai: The UAE economy grew by 3% in the first quarter of 2026, with real gross domestic product reaching Dh485 billion at constant prices. Non-oil GDP expanded by 4.8% during the period, increasing its contribution to 79.4% of the national economy. More to follow... Also ReadAlso Read: Dubai's eco»»»

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BNE 1h

Russia and Ukraine trade record missile and drone barrages in another weekend of destruction

Russia and Ukraine's tit-for-tat missile and drone war escalated further over the weekend of August 1-2, with another brutal Russian attack on Kyiv that is driving tens of thousands residents into the metro stations every weekend. This attack killed at least nine people and injured dozens more. "Ru»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Cyclospora outbreak: First US deaths confirmed — symptoms and causes explained

Two people have died in Michigan in connection with a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak, marking the first confirmed deaths in the US linked to the microscopic parasite. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said both individuals had underlying health conditions that may have been w»»»

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UPI 1h

Authorities arrest man accused of starting Washington wildfire - UPI.com

Authorities in Spokane County, Wash., on Monday arrested 37-year-old Aaron Fairnacci on allegations of starting the Old Trails Fire over the weekend. Photo courtesy Spokane County Sheriff's Office/Facebook Aug. 4 (UPI) -- Authorities in Washington said late Monday that officers have arrested a 37-y»»»

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UPI 1h

New U.S. Ambassador Steel meets S. Korea FM Cho, submits credentials - UPI.com

Michelle Park Steel, the new U.S. ambassador to South Korea, arrives at the foreign ministry to meet Foreign Minister Cho Hyun and submit a copy of her credentials on Tuesday. Photo by Yonhap Michelle Park Steel, the new U.S. ambassador to South Korea, met with Foreign Minister Cho Hyun on Tuesday,»»»

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Al Manar 1h

Karbala Bears Witness: A Sea of Millions at Imam Hussein Shrine for Arbaeen - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Karbala Bears Witness: A Sea of Millions at Imam Hussein Shrine for Arbaeen 04-08-2026 11:01 AM The holy city of Karbala is witnessing the »»»

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The Peninsula 1h

DAAM, Qatar Social Work sign funding agreement

Doha, Qatar: The Social and Sport Contribution Fund (DAAM) and the Qatar Foundation for Social Work have signed a funding agreement to support the Vocational Rehabilitation Program at Al Shafallah Center. Through this partnership, DAAM will provide financial support to help deliver a structured pro»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

DAAM, Qatar Social Work Foundation sign funding agreement to support vocational rehabilitation programme

DOHA: The Social and Sport Contribution Fund (DAAM) and the Qatar Foundation for Social Work have signed a funding agreement to support the Vocational Rehabilitation Program at Al Shafallah Center. Through this partnership, DAAM will provide financial support to help deliver a structured program th»»»

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Sana 1h

China and Arab states expand cooperation in the green Hydrogen sector

Beijing, August 4 (SANA) Cooperation between China and Arab states has entered a new phase in the green hydrogen sector, driven by the accelerating global transition toward clean energy and the complementarity between China’s industrial and technological capabilities and the natural resources and i»»»

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Gulf News 1h

UAE integrates National Economic Register with licensing authorities to boost digital economic infrastructure

Dubai: The Ministry of Economy and Tourism has stepped up efforts to integrate the National Economic Register (NER), known as "Growth", with licensing authorities across the country as part of its drive to strengthen the nation's digital economic infrastructure. The ministry held a technical worksh»»»

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UPI 1h

S. Korea 'strongly' protests Japan's renewed claim to Dokdo, urging 'immediate withdrawal' - UPI.com

South Korea's Foreign Ministry lodged a protest Tuesday over Japan's territorial claim to the Dokdo islets. This photo, taken Tuesday, shows a model of Dokdo at the Times Square shopping complex in Seoul. Photo by Yonhap The foreign ministry lodged a "strong" protest Tuesday after Japan again laid »»»

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Daily News Egypt 1h

AI Adoption is a Leadership Challenge, Not a Tech Issue: ALX Enterprise Redefines B2B Workforce Readiness for HR Leaders

Artificial intelligence is no longer just another technology investment; it’s a modern leadership test. As workplace skills evolve at a breakneck pace, executives are forced to rethink how they attract, train, and scale talent. To help organizations bridge this gap, ALX Enterprise, the B2B workforc»»»

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France24 1h

US regulators grant Boeing 737 MAX 7 certificate after years of delays

US regulators approved Boeing's smallest 737 MAX jet more than eight years after its maiden flight, clearing the way for deliveries. The process was prolonged by new requirements imposed by federal legislation after two fatal crashes in 2018 and 2019. More than eight years after Boeing organised th»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Guatemala issues 'danger' alert after Fuego volcano erupts

Guatemala City: Guatemalan authorities issued the country's second-highest emergency alert level on Monday after a major eruption of Central America's most active volcano, prompting the evacuation of nearby villages. Fuego erupted on Monday morning and had intensified by nightfall, with lava flows »»»

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Gulf News 1h

Saudi Aramco says Houthi attacks had no material impact on oil production

Dubai: Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia had no material impact on Aramco’s production capabilities, the state oil company’s chief executive said on Tuesday, after strikes targeted operations on the Red Sea coast and elsewhere in July. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The »»»

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UPI 1h

North Korea condemns RIMPAC naval exercise as 'war rehearsal' - UPI.com

North Korea on Tuesday condemned the U.S.-led RIMPAC naval exercise as a "war rehearsal." In this July 26 photo, the USS Theodore Roosevelt pulls alongside the USNS Washington Chambers for a replenishment at sea during RIMPAC. Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Gary Buckles/U.S. Navy »»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Britain's Royal Mint strikes gold in electronic waste

Llantrisant, United Kingdom: At the heart of Britain's coin factory, old Bank of England telephones are stripped down and dipped into giant vats to recover a hidden treasure: the gold in their circuits. Behind barbed wire and coded security gates at its site near Cardiff in Wales, the Royal Mint --»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 1h

Many Vessels Waiting to Pass Critical Danube Sections, Some Grounded Outside Navigation Channel

Many vessels are waiting to pass through the most critical sections of the Danube River because of low water levels, while several have run aground outside the navigation channel, Executive Director of the Executive Agency for Exploration and Maintenance of the Danube River Ivelin Zanev said on Tue»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Saudi Aramco says Houthi attacks had no material impact on oil production

Dubai: Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia had no material impact on Aramco’s production capabilities, the state oil company’s chief executive said on Tuesday, after strikes targeted operations on the Red Sea coast and elsewhere in July. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The »»»

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Arab News 1h

Red Sea Film Foundation-backed productions win big at Amman festival

DUBAI: Productions backed by the Red Sea Film Foundation claimed top honors at the seventh edition of the Amman International Film Festival recently, highlighting the Saudi Arabia organization’s growing influence in supporting Arab and international independent cinema. The awards ceremony was held »»»

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Arab News 1h

El-Obeid: fears of a new wave of brutality in Sudan

Sadly, grimly, but unsurprisingly, the fears of atrocities envisaged in the Sudanese city of El-Fasher, in the western region of Darfur, were realised once the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) paramilitary group finally overran the besieged hold-out in 2025. There are now similar fears of atrocities envi»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Video: Inside London's robot surgery revolution: Training the surgeons of tomorrow

Dubai: A London hospital is leading the UK's push to make robotic-assisted surgery a standard part of healthcare, training the next generation of surgeons while improving patient recovery times. At St Bartholomew's Hospital, consultant thoracic surgeon Sasha Stamenkovic recently used the new da Vin»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Why was Udhayanidhi Stalin arrested? Controversial Trisha remarks trigger police action

Dubai: Tamil Nadu's Leader of the Opposition, Udhayanidhi Stalin, was reportedly taken into police custody from his Chennai residence on Tuesday morning following a political storm over controversial remarks he made about actor Trisha during a public rally. Footage from the arrest showed Udhayanidh»»»

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Sputnik 1h

Four EU Countries Refuse to Sign Letter Criticizing Spain Over Ceuta Crisis – Reports

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Ireland, France, Portugal and Luxembourg did not sign a letter criticizing Spain over the influx of tens of thousands of illegal migrants into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta on the northern coast of Africa, the Politico news outlet reported on Tuesday. Leaders of 22 EU countries se»»»

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Actmedia 2h

Cars: Romania remains dominated by used cars as Bucharest accounts for more than half of new registrations

More than half of all new passenger cars registered in Romania are registered in Bucharest, while nearly seven out of ten cars entering the country's fleet are still second-hand vehicles, according to an industry analysis based on official data from the General Directorate for Driving Licences and »»»

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Trade: Study identifies Romanian shoppers' most frequently chosen FMCG brands

A soft drink brand has been named the most chosen FMCG brand by Romanian shoppers in the latest Brand Footprint 2026 study by YouGov Shopper, which tracks more than 10,000 brands across Europe and highlights which labels secure a place in consumers' baskets, how rankings shift, and what trends driv»»»

Actmedia 2h

How Gen Z and Millennials are redefining the purpose of the modern workspace

The corporate landscape is experiencing a structural realignment as companies navigate the complexities of modern working arrangements. According to a new report published by CBRE Romania, the prevailing narrative that professionals are inherently resistant to returning to physical offices is funda»»»

Actmedia 2h

Agriculture: Value of agricultural output increased by 8.5% in 2025 compared with the previous year

The value of agricultural output increased by 8.5% in 2025 against the previous year, reaching 115.7 billion lei at current prices, compared with 100.5 billion lei at current prices in 2024, according to semi-final data published on Friday by the National Institute of Statistics (INS).The value of »»»

Actmedia 2h

Tourism : TUI will develop its own agency network in Romania, malls included

TUI Group announced its entrance in the Romanian market. The first step has already been decided in Bucharest, with the first unit of the kind in the country. Thus, the first agency will open in Sun Plaza commercial center, in August. The expansion plan also has in view other cities like Cluj-Napoc»»»

UPI 2h

Board of Peace, Netanyahu meet in Jerusalem to discuss disarming Hamas - UPI.com

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with members of President Donald Trump's Board of Peace in Jerusalem on Monday. File Photo by Debbie Hill/UPI | License Photo Aug. 4 (UPI) -- Board of Peace negotiators and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have met to discuss disarming Hamas and other »»»

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