UPI 12m

Hubble catches comet breaking apart by accident - UPI.com

This series of Hubble Space Telescope images of the fragmenting comet C/2025 K1 (ATLAS), or K1 for short, was taken over the course of three consecutive days: November 8, 9, and 10, 2025. Captured by Hubble&rsquos STIS instrument. Photos courtesy of NASA, ESA, D. Bodewits (Auburn). Image processing»»»

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Gulf News 13m

Air India ‘flight to nowhere’: Wrong aircraft, 8 hours airborne, forced U-turn

Dubai: It turned into a journey to nowhere for passengers on an Air India flight to Vancouver, after the aircraft was forced to return to Delhi nearly eight hours into the trip due to a regulatory oversight. Flight AI185 took off from Delhi at 11:34am and initially proceeded as scheduled, heading e»»»

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EU Observer 28m

Beef and car duties on the line, as von der Leyen hopes for Australia trade pact

EU officials are confident of sealing a trade pact with Australia early next week as the bloc continues its dash for bilateral trade deals. President von der Leyen is due in Canberra on Monday for a three day visit that EU officials hope will conclude an agreement during a meeting with president An»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Qatar warned of consequences of targeting Iranian oil, gas facilities on other countries: Minister of State for Energy Affairs

Doha: Minister of State for Energy Affairs HE Saad bin Sherida Al Kaabi revealed that the State of Qatar had warned the United States of the consequences that could affect other countries if Iranian oil and gas facilities were targeted, emphasizing that Washington was urged to exercise restraint in»»»

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BBC 1h

Justice department seeks to dismiss charges against ex-officers over Breonna Taylor raid

The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has asked a federal judge to dismiss charges against two former police officers involved in the raid that resulted in the fatal shooting of Breonna Taylor, a black woman, in her home. Former detective Joshua Jaynes and former sergeant Kyle Meany were alleged to ha»»»

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RT 1h

The attack on Iran’s South Pars, world’s largest gas field, and Tehran’s retaliation threatens energy supply

Israel’s recent strike on Iran’s South Pars gas field and Tehran’s retaliation on key energy infrastructure in several Gulf countries is more than just another escalation of the war roiling the Middle East. What began as a campaign of decapitation strikes and base‑to‑base missile exchanges has esca»»»

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Sana 1h

Kuwait condemns Israeli strike in southern Syria, urges UN Security Council action

Kuwait’s, March 20 (SANA) Kuwait’s Foreign Ministry strongly denounced the Israeli attack that targeted military infrastructure in southern Syria on Friday.The ministry said in a statement that the attack breaches the UN Charter and relevant Security Council resolutions. It urged the Security Counc»»»

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TAP 1h

President Saied exchanges Eid al-Fitr greetings with Egyptian counterpart

TUNIS, March 20 (TAP) – President of the Republic Kais Saied held a phone call on Friday with his Egyptian counterpart Abdel Fattah al-Sissi, during which they exchanged greetings on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr. Both presidents further reaffirmed...»»»

The Peninsula 1h

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defense affairs discusses regional developments with German Defense Minister by phone

Doha: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defense Affairs HE Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan Al-Thani held a telephone conversation on Friday with HE German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius. During the call, they discussed the latest security developments in the region and areas»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Flight cancelled or delayed in UAE? 10 things you’re entitled to right now

Dubai: Flight disruptions linked to Middle East airspace closures have left thousands of UAE travellers stranded or scrambling for alternatives. For many, the key question is simple: what can you actually claim when your flight falls apart? Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balan»»»

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UPI 2h

Monarch population up in Mexico; California falls near record lows - UPI.com

In coastal California, where western monarchs spend the winter, numbers remain dangerously low. File Photo by Matthew Cavanaugh/UPI | License Photo A key monarch butterfly population is showing signs of improvement this year, but scientists warn the species remains in long-term decline -- especiall»»»

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BBC 2h

Ukraine-Hungary oil pipeline row threatens EU loan

A bitter dispute pitting Hungary and Slovakia against Ukraine is holding up a crucial €90bn (£77.95bn) EU loan to Ukraine. No oil has flowed through the Druzhba (Friendship) pipeline, from Russia to Hungary and Slovakia across Ukraine, since the major oil hub at Brody, in western Ukraine, was damag»»»

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UPI 2h

DOJ files suit against Harvard for failing to protect Jewish students - UPI.com

The President Donald Trump administration has filed suit against Harvard University, claiming it didn't protect Jewish Students during protests against Israel starving Palestinians. File Photo CJ Gunther/EPA March 20 (UPI) -- The U.S. Justice Department sued Harvard University on Friday, accusing t»»»

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Ministero di affari esteri Turchia 2h

No: 53, 20 March 2026, Regarding Israel’s Attack in Southern Syria

Israel’s recent attack targeting military infrastructure in southern Syria constitutes a dangerous escalation and we strongly condemn it. We call upon the international community to assume its responsibility to ensure the cessation of Israeli attacks, which violate international law and Syria’s sov»»»

Al Manar 2h

Episode 1 | “Fight Them”… A Documentary Series chronicling Events of “Operation Eaten Straw”

The Islamic Resistance’s military media department posted the first episode of a documentary series titled “Fight Them,” which reviews the key events of “Operation Eaten Straw” and explains the unfolding events in short episodes. The first episode of the series is titled “The Legitimate Right,” as »»»

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Qatar Tribune 2h

Qatar submits official letter to ICAO regarding current aviation status amid Iranian aggression

OTTAWA: The State of Qatar, through its Permanent Office to the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), has submitted an official letter to President of the ICAO Council Toshiyuki Onuma, addressing the current status of air traffic and flight corridors in light of recent developments in t»»»

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UPI 2h

White House releases AI laws framework to prevent state laws - UPI.com

The White House Friday released a legislative framework for artificial intelligence. File Photo by Fazry Ismail/EPA March 20 (UPI) -- The White House released a new legislative framework for artificial intelligence creating a federal policy to prevent states from making their own laws about it. "Th»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

FIG announces the cancellation of 2026 Artistic Gymnastics Apparatus World Cup

Doha: The gymnastics World Cup event scheduled to take place in Doha in April has been cancelled, the sport's governing body announced yesterday. "World Gymnastics reports that, following an urgent online vote and in light of the current situation in the Middle East, its executive committee has dec»»»

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Gulf News 3h

UAE braces for unstable weather: Rain, thunder storms, and hail expected

Abu Dhabi: The UAE is expected to experience a period of unstable weather conditions from Saturday until March 27, with rainfall of varying intensity forecast across several parts of the country, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). Stay updated: Get the latest faster by downloadi»»»

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Al Manar 3h

On Thursday, March 19, 2026, Islamic Resistance fighters targeted a gathering of Israeli enemy army soldiers south of the border town of Maroun Al-Ras with a squadron of attack drones: statement 38 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe On Thursday, March 19, 2026, Islamic Resistance fighters targeted a gathering of Israeli enemy army soldiers south of the border town of Ma»»»

Al Awsat 3h

‘Ending Soon’: Netanyahu Shifts Iran War Goals

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is gradually scaling back his sweeping ambition to end the war with Iran by toppling its regime, bringing his rhetoric closer to that of US President Donald Trump. Netanyahu now speaks of “achieving tremendous gains” through three objectives: curbing Iran’s»»»

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Al Awsat 3h

Israeli Army Advances into Lebanon on Four Axes

Israeli troops advanced from four directions on Friday into Lebanese territory, as attacks resumed along the Khiam and Taybeh axes, operations restarted on the Maroun al-Ras front, and a new axis was opened in the western sector toward the town of Naqoura. The push appears aimed at dispersing defen»»»

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Al Awsat 3h

'Resistance' Axis without Voice as It Loses Narrative, Psychological Warfare Architects

Since the Oct. 7, 2023 attacks, the confrontation in the Middle East has not been limited to missiles and drones, but has expanded to a parallel front no less dangerous: the architects of narratives and psychological warfare. Military spokesmen and media figures emerged, some masked, some officers,»»»

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UPI 3h

Simultaneous megaproject filings signal Chile mining shift - UPI.com

Analysts say these investments in planned Chilean copper mines respond to sustained growth in global demand, driven by electrification, power grids and the energy transition File Phot by Pedro Tapia/EPA SANTIAGO, Chile, March 20 (UPI) -- Mining companies BHP and U.S.-based Freeport-McMoRan submitte»»»

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Kathimerini 3h

Elderly man missing for 4 days found alive in clump of reeds

An elderly man suffering from dementia who went missing in northern Greece at the beginning of the week has been found alive but exhausted a short distance from his home, state ERT television said Friday. ERT said the 90-year-old was located with the help of police and fire service personnel with d»»»

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BBC 3h

Chuck Norris, martial artist and Hollywood movie star, dies aged 86

Tributes have been pouring in from around the world to US martial artist and Hollywood action star Chuck Norris, who died aged 86. "He may have a warrior exterior, but his heart was so full of love," his daughter Danilee Norris said. Swedish actor and martial artist Dolph Lundgren - who starred alo»»»

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BBC 3h

CBS News shuts down radio service after nearly 100 years

CBS News has said it is shutting down its radio service after nearly 100 years in May, in a fresh round of layoffs. The service is expected to end on 22 May, affecting more than 700 affiliate stations, the editor-in-chief, Bari Weiss, and president Tom Cibrowski announced on Friday. Employees will »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 3h

Socialist Party Leader Addresses Supporters in Pernik in First Campaign Event

Bulgarian Socialist Party leader Krum Zarkov addressed supporters in the western city of Pernik during what was the first campaign event of his party. "We need competent governance with a clear left-wing philosophy," he said. According to Zarkov, Bulgaria must break out of a vicious cycle of freque»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Abu Dhabi opens two new bridges linking Al Reem Island to E‑12 highway

Abu Dhabi’s Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) has opened two new marine bridges connecting Al Reem Island directly to the Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Highway (E‑12), offering a faster and smoother route for motorists. Designed to carry up to 7,200 vehicles per hour, the bridges are expe»»»

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BBC 4h

UK allows US to use bases to strike Iranian sites targeting Strait of Hormuz

The UK has approved allowing the United States to use British bases to launch strikes on Iranian sites targeting the Strait of Hormuz. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer previously only allowed US forces to use the bases for defensive operations to prevent Iran firing missiles that put British interes»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

Qatar condemns Israeli attack on military installations in southern Syria

Doha: The State of Qatar expressed its strong condemnation and denunciation of the Israeli attack that targeted military installations in the south of the Syrian Arab Republic, considering it a flagrant violation of its sovereignty and a clear breach of international law and the Charter of the Unit»»»

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Business-review 4h

Why Critical Financing Inc Believes Lending Models Will Continue to Fragment in 2026

As the financial landscape evolves, securing capital is no longer a straightforward process for business owners. Once dominated by traditional banks, financing now includes digital lenders, fintech platforms, and alternative methods such as peer-to-peer lending and crowdfunding. This growing fragme»»»

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Sana 4h

Jordan strongly condemns Israeli strike on southern Syria

Amman, March 20 (SANA) Jordan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly condemned on Friday the Israeli attack that targeted military infrastructure in southern Syria, describing it as a blatant violation of Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. Ministry Spokesperson Fouad al-Majali reiterate»»»

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Naharnet 4h

Issa says Lebanon must talk to Israel even if it doesn't cease fire

After visiting Maronite Patriarch Beshara al-Rahi in Bkirki, U.S. Ambassador to Lebanon Michel Issa affirmed that "the United States is concerned with peace prevailing in Lebanon and for it to be independent and free from war." "I personally am doing everything I can to achieve this goal. I share a»»»

UPI 4h

Norway's Mette-Marit says Jeffrey Epstein 'manipulated and deceived' her - UPI.com

Magnus Haakon, the crown prince of Norway, and Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway attend the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize presentation ceremony at Oslo City Hall. Mette-Marit gave her first interview about her friendship with Jeffrey Epstein. File Photo by Paul Treadway/UPI | License Photo March 20 (UP»»»

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Kathimerini 4h

Elderly woman loses €44,000 in cash to phone scammers

Four men have been arrested in central Greece for allegedly defrauding an elderly woman out of tens of thousands of euros worth of cash and jewellery using a widespread but highly effective phone scam, authorities said Friday. A police statement said the suspects aged 19-25 were members of a gang o»»»

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Sputnik 4h

Israel Organizes False Flag Attacks on Arab Nations - Iranian Foreign Ministry

“The US abused its military presence in the Arab nations,” Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei told Sputnik. “Unknowingly, these countries enabled the US to use their territories against Iran”, Baghaei explained. Tehran has hit back, but denies that it hit civilian and oil industry si»»»

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Al Manar 4h

After spotting an Israeli enemy army force attempting to infiltrate the Randa area between the border towns of Alma al-Shaab and Dhahira, Islamic Resistance fighters engaged them at 2:00 PM on Friday, March 20, 2026, using light and medium weapons: statement 36 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe After spotting an Israeli enemy army force attempting to infiltrate the Randa area between the border towns of Alma al-Shaab and Dhahira, I»»»

Al Manar 4h

On Thursday, March 19, 2026, Islamic Resistance fighters shot down an Israeli glider over the town of Baraashit town using appropriate weapons: statement 37 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe On Thursday, March 19, 2026, Islamic Resistance fighters shot down an Israeli glider over the town of Baraashit town using appropriate weap»»»

Kathimerini 4h

Four detained for trying to lift grazing flock on Crete

Four men have been arrested on the southern island of Crete on suspicion of trying to steal sheep grazing in the Lasithi area, police said Friday. A police statement said the four suspects, all in their 20s, drove up in a truck to a meadow where the flock was grazing and were about to start roundin»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

North Field expansion project could be delayed by over a year due to Iran’s attack: Energy Minister

Doha: According to Al Jazeera, Qatar's Energy Minister and QatarEnergy CEO HE Eng. Saad bin Sherida al-Kaabi told Reuters that the company’s planned North Field expansion project could be delayed by over a year due to Iran’s attack on its Ras Laffan plant. Irans's attack did not result in deaths or»»»

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Sana 4h

President al-Sharaa congratulates Arab and Islamic countries on Eid al-Fitr

Damascus, March 20 (SANA) President Ahmad al-Sharaa sent congratulatory cables on Friday on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr to a number of leaders of Arab and Islamic countries, as part of strengthening bilateral relations and exchanging congratulations on religious occasions. The messages were address»»»

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UPI 5h

Sanctioned Russian tankers nearing Cuba test U.S. oil ban enforcement - UPI.com

The U.S. Treasury Department said this week that Cuba is prohibited from receiving Russian crude oil File Photo by Anatoly Maltsev/EPA March 20 (UPI) -- Two tankers carrying Russian oil and fuel are expected to arrive in Cuba in the coming days, testing new U.S. restrictions and raising uncertainty»»»

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Al Awsat 5h

Vanishing Glacier on Germany's Highest Peak Prompts Ski Lift Demolition

Vanishing glaciers atop Germany's highest mountain prompted the demolition of a ski lift Friday, as global warming reshapes the Alps. A ski slope that for decades ran down the Schneeferner glacier on the Zugspitze has melted away, leading operator Bayerische Zugspitzbahn Bergbahn AG to begin disman»»»

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Ya Libnan 5h

French foreign minister calls on Iran to make ‘major concessions’ – Ya Libnan

Share: French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said on a visit to Israel that Iran must make major concessions as part of any long-term political solution following the Middle East war. “Whatever the outcome of the ongoing military operations, it must be complemented by a political solution that p»»»

Kathimerini 5h

Youth arrested over attempted femicide in northern Greece

A young man has been arrested in northern Greece over a violent attack that left a woman with severe head injuries at the entrance to her block of flats this week, police said Friday. A police statement said the 20-year-old suspect faces charges of attempted homicide. The 24-year-old woman remains »»»

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The Peninsula 5h

King of Bahrain, Indian Prime Minister review bilateral relations, regional developments by phone

Manama: HM King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of the Kingdom of Bahrain and Indian Prime Minister HE Narendra Modi discussed by phone on Friday the bilateral relations between the two countries and ways to enhance and develop them across various fields, in addition to the latest regional developments. D»»»

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Al Awsat 5h

Italy in Talks with US, Azerbaijan, Algeria to Offset Loss of Gas from Qatar

Italy is talking to several countries, including the United States, Azerbaijan and Algeria, to secure gas supplies now that Iranian strikes on Qatar appear to have halted its exports for an extended period, Energy Minister Gilberto Pichetto Fratin said. Iranian attacks have knocked out 17% of Qatar»»»

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UPI 5h

U.S. court sentences Bolivian ex anti-drug chief to 25 years - UPI.com

Former Bolivian anti-drug chief Maximiliano Dávila was sentenced to to 25 years in prison for conspiring to import large quantities of cocaine into the United States. Photo by MrWashingtOn/Pixabay March 20 (UPI) -- A U.S. district court has sentenced former Bolivian anti-drug chief Maximiliano Dávi»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 5h

Continue the Change - Democratic Bulgaria Start Campaigning in Dobrich

Dobrich became the first city where the Continue the Change – Democratic Bulgaria (CC-DB) coalition started campaigning for the April 19 parliamentary elections on Friday. Ivaylo Mirchev, co-chair of Yes, Bulgaria, called for citizens’ democratic vote to remove GERB leader Boyko Borisov and MRF - N»»»

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