Qatar Tribune 37m

Qatar’s 4 officials among record 170 named for FIFA World Cup

Tribune News Network Doha A team of four including referee Abdulrahman Al Jassim from Qatar have been named among a record 170 match officials for 2026 FIFA World Cup, and the decisive rounds of the AFC Champions League. FIFA on Thursday named 52 referees for the World Cup in summer, including Pola»»»

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Qatar Tribune 37m

Qatar University’s Al Bunyan Club wins AkhlaqunaAward in Al Shabab Youth Category

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar University (QU) announced that Al Bunyan Club, a student club dedicated to community service and social engagement, has won the Akhlaquna Award in the Al Shabab Youth Category (18–25 years) during Akhlaquna Day, in recognition of the club’s initiatives that promote e»»»

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Qatar Tribune 37m

PM, Portuguese FM review impact of US-Iran ceasefire

QNA Doha Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani received a phone call from Minister of Foreign Affairs of Portugal Paulo Rangel. During the call, they reviewed the latest developments in the region in light of the announcement of a ceas»»»

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UPI 45m

Florida AG Uthmeier to probe OpenAI, ChatGPT role in FSU shooting - UPI.com

Flowers are left near the scene after a gunman shot multiple people on April 17 at Florida State University, in Tallahassee. File Photo by Don Hayes/EPA-EFE April 9 (UPI) -- Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced plans Thursday to open investigations into the artificial intelligence plat»»»

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Gulf News 45m

Hostile drone attack against Kuwait causes damage, no casualties

KUWAIT: The Kuwaiti National Guard announced early on Friday that one of its sites was targeted by hostile drones, resulting in significant material damage without any human casualties recorded. Brigadier General Dr Jadaan Fadel, Director of the Moral Guidance Directorate and spokesperson for the N»»»

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Qatar Tribune 49m

White substance found was rainwater residue: MECC

Tribune News Network DOHA The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MECC) has announced that it has verified a public report regarding the presence of a white substance in one area of the country, confirming that the material poses no environmental risk. According to the ministry, inspection »»»

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Qatar Tribune 49m

MoT urges maritime sector to uphold fair pricing

Tribune News Network DOHA The Ministry of Transport’s Maritime Transport Sector has called on all licensed maritime service providers to adhere to the principles of fairness and transparency when delivering services. In a statement, the ministry stressed that the directive comes in line with the pr»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Saudi energy facilities targeted in series of attacks, production severely impacted

Riyadh: Key energy facilities in Saudi Arabia, including oil, gas, petrochemical, and electricity installations, have been hit in a series of recent attacks, a senior official at the country's Energy Ministry has said. Speaking to the Saudi Press Agency, the official said the attacks affected facil»»»

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RT 1h

Trump escalates NATO criticism on heels of Rutte visit and Iran war fallout

US President Donald Trump has lashed out at NATO over the inaction of European allies during the war with Iran. Trump, according to sources close to bloc chief Mark Rutte who spoke to Bloomberg, has issued an ultimatum to its members demanding a commitment to help secure the Strait of Hormuz “withi»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

WWII plane salvaged after 81 years underwater in Japan

Kagoshima: The wreckage of a Shidenkai fighter plane of the former Imperial Japanese Navy has been salvaged from the waters where it sank off Kagoshima Prefecture toward the end of World War II. About 400 Shidenkai planes were produced, intended to be a vital element of homeland defense. The nonpro»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Arab League commends EU's efforts to support Palestinian people

Cairo: The Arab League on Thursday commended the efforts exerted by the European Union (EU) in advancing the Middle East peace process and working towards the implementation of the two-state solution, in addition to the various forms of support it provides to the Palestinian people, particularly in»»»

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UPI 2h

Judge rules that government unlawfully canceled Harvard scientist’s visa - UPI.com

The crest adorns a gate on the campus of Harvard University in Allston, Mass. On Tuesday, a federal judge that U.S. Customs and Border Patrol unlawfully canceled a Harvard researcher's visa after smuggling allegations. File Photo by CJ Gunther/EPA-EFE April 8 (UPI) -- U.S. Customs and Border Patrol»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

World Bank Sees Saudi Budget Deficit Halving, Current Account Surplus of 3.3% in 2026

As regional economies reel from a complex and uncertain geopolitical landscape, with shipping disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz adding pressure, the latest World Bank report points to standout resilience in Saudi Arabia’s economy. The data show the kingdom on a fiscal consolidation path to s»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Lebanon Maintains Exclusive Negotiations and State Control of Weapons

In Beirut, Lebanon’s leadership signaled it is moving forward with its decision to keep negotiations in official hands, alongside efforts to place all weapons under state control. The government took a further step by ordering the army and security forces to immediately reinforce full state authori»»»

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Naharnet 2h

Israeli army says striking Hezbollah launch sites in Lebanon

The Israeli army said Thursday it was striking Hezbollah positions in Lebanon, shortly after it had warned that the group could expand launches of projectiles across Israel. "A short while ago, the IDF (army) began striking Hezbollah launch sites in Lebanon," the military said in a statement.»»»

Naharnet 2h

Hezbollah MP comments on issue of Lebanon-Israel talks

A Hezbollah lawmaker on Thursday reiterated his group's rejection of any direct negotiations between Lebanon and Israel, after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he had ordered his cabinet to begin talks with Beirut. "We reiterate our rejection of any direct negotiations between Lebanon»»»

The Peninsula 2h

Verstappen Red Bull future in doubt as engineer to join McLaren

London: Four-time world champion Max Verstappen's future in Formula One was again cast in doubt on Thursday after it was confirmed that his long-time race engineer will leave Red Bull for McLaren. After details of Gianpiero Lambiase's switch emerged earlier on Thursday, Red Bull and McLaren both co»»»

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Sana 3h

13 US troops killed, more than 380 wounded in Operation Epic Fury

Washington, April 9 (SANA) In the 40 days since the start of Operation Epic Fury against Iran, 13 U.S. soldiers have been killed and 381 have been wounded, according to data provided Wednesday by U.S. Central Command. “The Defense Department has added the war on Iran to its Defense Casualty Analysi»»»

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Naharnet 3h

Israel-Lebanon talks to take place next week in Washington

Israel and Lebanon will hold talks next week in Washington after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered direct talks, a source familiar with the situation told AFP Thursday. The talks are expected to take place at the U.S. State Department, the source said on condition of anonymity, afte»»»

Naharnet 3h

Israeli strikes in Lebanon on Wednesday killed more than 300

Lebanon's health ministry said Thursday that Israeli strikes across the country a day before killed more than 300 people and wounded at least 1,150. In a statement, the ministry said "the Israeli enemy's airstrikes yesterday, Wednesday, resulted in a preliminary toll of 303 martyrs and 1,150 wounde»»»

The Peninsula 3h

Robertson to leave Liverpool at end of season

Liverpool: Andy Robertson will bring down the curtain on his nine-year career at Liverpool at the end of the season, the faltering Premier League champions announced on Thursday. The 32-year-old has made 373 appearances for the club, winning two Premier League titles and the Champions League as a k»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Putin announces Orthodox Easter ceasefire with Ukraine: Kremlin

Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a ceasefire with Ukraine for the duration of the Orthodox Easter holidays, the Kremlin said Thursday, after Kyiv also proposed a pause in hostilities. "By the decision of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief... V.V. Putin, in connection with the approaching Orth»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 3h

Advisory to Daily News Subscribers

Bulgarian News Agency’s English Service informs its subscribers that during the Easter holidays it will publish two daily news bulletins: one on Saturday and one on Monday. Regular service will resume thereafter. /YV/»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 3h

One Office, Many Perspectives

From Leadership Expectations to Market Realities and the Needs of HR and Administration This event is for you because every move counts! The Tenant Academy at SkyHall in Warsaw is a meeting for those in administration and HR who understand that office design isn't a simple move, but a complete game»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 3h

Lewandowski exits Stor9

Robert Lewandowski has exited the troubled marketing agency Stor9, selling his shares for a symbolic 1 złoty after injecting funds to repay creditors. The agency, recently facing financial strain including unpaid invoices and debt collection action, has now been rebranded as Stor.Agency. Lewandowsk»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Saudi suspends operations at key energy sites after Iranian attacks

Dubai: Saudi Arabia has announced the suspension of operations at several energy facilities following recent Iranian attacks to Iran, according to a source at the Ministry of Energy. According to Saudi Gazette, the source said that the strikes targeted major refining sites, including SATORP in Juba»»»

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UPI 3h

Eli Lilly's GLP-1 weight-loss pill now available - UPI.com

April 9 (UPI) -- Eli Lilly announced that its GLP-1 weight-loss pill is available for purchase in the United States starting Thursday, little more than a week after the Food and Drug Administration approved it. The Indianapolis-based pharmaceutical company said orforglipron, which goes by the brand»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Melania Trump denies any links to Epstein

US First Lady Melania Trump on Thursday made a surprise statement denying unspecified allegations about her and Jeffrey Epstein, a scandal that her husband President Donald Trump has long downplayed. The 55-year-old former model's on-camera remarks at the White House came out of the blue, with no e»»»

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RT 3h

Telegram founder Pavel Durov slams Soros-backed ‘globalist’ EU censorship

The EU is relying on non-governmental organizations, bankrolled by billionaire financier George Soros, as well as controlled media to justify its push for more online surveillance and censorship, Telegram founder Pavel Durov has said. On Wednesday, state-owned broadcaster France 24 reported on a st»»»

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Al Manar 3h

Leader: Iran’s Heroic People Definitive Victors in Third Imposed War - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Leader: Iran’s Heroic People Definitive Victors in Third Imposed War 09-04-2026 21:47 PM New Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Say»»»

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UPI 3h

Melania Trump denies any friendship or involvement with Jeffrey Epstein - UPI.com

First lady Melania Trump, pictured last month during the Fostering the Future Together Global Coalition Summit at the White House, on Thursday delivered a statement denying a friendship with deceased sex predator Jeffrey Epstein, in addition to denying that she "was a victim" of his or that he intr»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Paris has even made a ham sandwich chic

Paris, France: From bistro counters to luxury hotels, the humble Parisian ham sandwich or "jambon beurre" has undergone a dramatic luxury makeover. Once the no-frills lunch of hurried, cash-strapped workers, the humble ham and butter baguette has in recent years become a gourmet classic. When he wa»»»

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UPI 3h

Mexico's Sheinbaum defends energy shift to cut reliance on U.S. gas - UPI.com

“Mexico must guarantee its sovereignty. And a fundamental part of sovereignty is energy sovereignty,” Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has reiterated. Photo by Isaac Esquivel/EPA April 9 (UPI) -- Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum signaled a major shift in the country's energy policy aimed at r»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

Qatar's four officials among record 170 match officials named for 2026 FIFA World Cup

DOHA: A team of four, including referee Abdulrahman Al Jassim from Qatar have been named among a record 170 match officials for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and the decisive rounds of the AFC Champions League. FIFA on Thursday named 52 referees for the World Cup in the summer, including Poland's Szymon»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 4h

CC-DB Offers Concrete Solutions for Ruse, Says Coalition's Top-of-the-List Candidate

Continue the Change-Democratic Bulgaria (CC-DB) offers concrete solutions to the problems of Ruse, on the Danube, CC–DB top-of-the-list candidate in Ruse Nadezhda Yordanova said on Thursday. She was speaking to the local media together with Yes, Bulgaria co-chairs Ivaylo Mirchev and Bozhidar Bozhan»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

Minister of State for International Cooperation receives phone call from French Minister 

Doha, Qatar: Minister of State for International Cooperation HE Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad received Thursday a phone call from Minister Delegate to the Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs of the French Republic, Responsible for Francophonie, International Partnerships, and French Nati»»»

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Gulf News 4h

UAE convenes Industrial Resilience Forum

The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) has convened the Industrial Resilience and Supply Chain Continuity Forum in Abu Dhabi, bringing together ministers, senior officials, industry leaders, and financial institutions to accelerate coordinated responses to mounting global trade an»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Al Habtoor Group launches Dh5 billion commercial tower in Dubai

Dubai-based Al Habtoor Group has announced plans to develop a new commercial tower within Al Habtoor City in Dubai, with an investment exceeding Dh5 billion. The project forms part of the group’s broader expansion strategy in the UAE, as it continues to strengthen its footprint in key sectors acros»»»

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RT 4h

Bondi won’t testify on Epstein files, Justice Department says

Former US Attorney General Pam Bondi, who was fired by President Donald Trump last week, will not be required to testify about her handling of the investigation into late financier and convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein, the Justice Department (DOJ) has announced. In a letter explaining the decisi»»»

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UPI 4h

Argentina approves Glacier Law reform, opens protected areas to mining - UPI.com

A demonstrator faces off with police officers during a protest against Glacier Law reform near Congress in Buenos Aires on Wednesday. Photo by Juan Ignacio Roncoroni/EPA April 9 (UPI) -- Argentina's Chamber of Deputies approved Thursday a reform of the Glacier Law that loosens environmental protect»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

Qatari referees to officiate at 2026 World Cup Finals

Doha, Qatar: FIFA has announced the list of referees appointed to officiate matches at the 2026 World Cup finals, which will kick off next June and be hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, with an expanded 48-team tournament for the first time in its history. The list included a notable »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 4h

Supreme Court Will Proceed with Gurov's Incompatibility Appeal Case

By a final ruling issued on Thursday, Bulgaria's Supreme Administrative Court (SAC) left without consideration two motions entered by the Governing Council of the Bulgarian National Bank (BNB) in a case concerning Bulgaria's caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gurov. A duplicate copy of the ruling will»»»

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UPI 4h

Former NYPD officer sentenced for death of Erik Duran - UPI.com

Former New York Police Department Sgt. Erik Duran was sentenced Thursday after being convicted of second-degree manslaughter in the killing of 30-year-old Eric Duprey in 2023. File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo April 9 (UPI) -- A former New York Police Department sergeant was sentence»»»

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Ya Libnan 4h

Iran betrayed Hezbollah and Hamas—Lebanon could be the next Gaza unless it reclaims its sovereignty – Ya Libnan

Share: Tehran chose Hormuz over its proxies—proving once again that its wars are never its own, but fought by others to serve its interests alone By : Ali Hussein- Lebanese Political Analyst If anyone is still confused about whether Lebanon was included in the ceasefire deal, Iran’s actions—not its»»»

Kathimerini 4h

Minor accused of raping girl conditionally released

A 17-year-old accused of raping a 14-year-old girl in Thessaloniki has been conditionally released after testifying before an investigating magistrate. The minor, who is reportedly from Egypt, denied the charges, claiming the acts took place with the consent of the alleged victim and that he was un»»»

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UPI 5h

Lebanon steps up diplomacy to confirm inclusion in U.S.–Iran cease-fire - UPI.com

People flee from areas the Israeli army has warned could come under attack in Beirut, Lebanon, on Wednesday. Photo by Wael Hamzeh/EPA BEIRUT, Lebanon, April 9 (UPI) -- Lebanese officials engaged Thursday in intensive diplomatic contacts to confirm the country's inclusion in the Pakistan-mediated U.»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 5h

Lyuben Dilov Jr Donates Nearly 500 Signed Books to Burgas Library, Announces Revival of Graviton Sci-Fi Awards

Writer Lyuben Dilov Jr, top-of-the-list candidate of GERB-UDF for Burgas constituency, has donated nearly 500 books, including signed editions, to the Regional Library Peyo K. Yavorov in Burgas, the institution said. The donation includes works by Bulgarian authors such as Dora Gabe, Elisaveta Bagr»»»

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The Barents Observer 5h

Russian propaganda claims Norway is helping Ukraine prepare attacks on vessels in northern waters

In an apparent attempt to divert attention from GUGI’s failed North Sea operation, the Kremlin’s propaganda outlet TASS on Thursday accused Norway of assisting Ukraine in preparing attacks on Russian vessels in the Barents and Norwegian Seas. “The criminal Kyiv regime, with the assistance of milita»»»

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Kathimerini 5h

Man arrested on Kythera for antiquities violations

A man arrested on Wednesday on the island of Kythera is facing charges including looting antiquities, failure to report archaeological finds, offering antiquities for sale online and illegal weapons possession, police have said. The suspect was detained after allegedly posting a coin for sale on th»»»

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UPI 5h

Peru to issue sovereign bonds for naval base project backed by U.S. - UPI.com

The Spanish Navy training ship Juan Sebastian Elcano, carrying Spanish Crown Princess Leonor, arrives in the port of El Callao in Peru in April 2025. File Photo by John Reyes/EPA April 9 (UPI) -- Peru's government approved issuing sovereign bonds worth up to about $1.2 billion to finance expansion »»»

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