Millions of new Epstein files released by US justice department
Millions of new files relating to late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein have been released by the US Department of Justice, the largest number of documents shared by the government since a law mandated their release last year. Three million pages, 180,000 images and 2,000 videos were posted publicly on»»»
Schitt's Creek and Home Alone star Catherine O'Hara dies aged 71
Catherine O'Hara, the comedic actress best known for her starring roles in the Home Alone and Beetlejuice films, as well as her Emmy-winning turn in Schitt's Creek, has died aged 71. The Canadian star rose to fame through Toronto's Second City improvisation troupe and on SCTV, before making a name »»»
Justice Department Civil Rights joins investigation into Alex Pretti shooting - UPI.com
1 of 5 | Flowers, candles and photographs are left at a makeshift memorial for Alex Pretti in south Minneapolis, Minn. The Justice Department's Civil Rights Division will join the FBI's investigation into Pretti's shooting death. Photo by Craig Lassig/EPA Jan. 30 (UPI) -- The U.S. Department of Jus»»»
Briefing of KUNA main news for Thursday until 00:00 GMT
3272568 KUWAIT -- Kuwaiti and UAE pilots arrive at Kuwait International Airport from the UAE as part of a joint air show. 3272573 KUWAIT -- Bahrain win the trophy of the 22nd Asian Handball Championship after 29-26 victory over Qatar in the final. 3272548 KUWAIT -- Kuwait beat Japan 33-32, securing»»»
China preparing to announce next 5-year-plan
Clifford CoonanChina's new five-year-plan is an economic blueprint for the country's long-term development. Analysts say it will likely set out ambitious targets for technological advances and high-end manufacturing. https://p.dw.com/p/57mXOAdvertisementClifford Coonan Irish-born journalist and ana»»»
Popular sports worldwide and why football dominates the list
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Rumen Radev Says He Will Set Up Political Party After Upcoming Elections
Interviewed on the Panorama talk show on the Bulgarian National Television on Friday, Bulgaria's former President Rumen Radev (2017-2026) said he intends to form a political party after the snap parliamentary elections, stressing that this would not be possible in time for the vote which is expecte»»»
More EU member debt needed to finance military – official
EU member states will need to take on more joint debt to fund expanding military spending, Seamus Boland, president of the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC), has warned, saying the bloc’s next seven-year budget is too small to cover the costs. European NATO members last year agreed to r»»»
Minister Barnieh discusses developing Syria’s financial sector with U.S. firm
Damascus, Jan. 30 (SANA) Finance Minister Mohamed Yisr Barnieh met with a delegation from the U.S. consulting firm Oliver Wyman, led by the company’s regional director Matteo De Clercq, to discuss ways of strengthening cooperation and opening new opportunities for the firm’s work in the Syrian mark»»»
'Home Alone' star Catherine O'Hara dead at 71
Los Angeles, United States: Emmy-winning actress Catherine O'Hara, who starred in "Home Alone," has died at the age of 71, her management agency said Friday. The Canadian performer also starred in "Beetlejuice" and Apple TV's Hollywood satire show "The Studio." A person who answered the phone at he»»»
UAE petrol, diesel prices for February out today: Fuel costs to increase?
Dubai: Fuel prices in the UAE for February 2026 will be announced today. After petrol and diesel became cheaper in January, global oil prices have started rising again late in the month. This shift could influence what motorists pay at the pump. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & »»»
Governor's touchdown on Arctic coast gives a rare glimpse of Russian military radars
"Today I will work in Indiga," governor of the Nenets Autonomous District Irina Gekht reported in a social media video post that showed her helicopter landing in the remote settlement. It is hard to reach the far northern settlement of Indiga without using a helicopter. The small town with a popula»»»
Grenade blast that killed 19-year-old occurred in sergeant’s hand, lawyer says
An official investigation has confirmed that 19-year-old Rafail Galyfianakis did not handle the grenade that killed him during a military training exercise at a firing range on the island of Rhodes in November, a lawyer for his family said. “It was confirmed that the late Rafail never handled the g»»»
Government approves deal to transfer Syrian prisoners back to Syria
The government approved Friday an agreement to transfer Syrian prisoners serving their sentences in Lebanon back to their home country. The issue of prisoners has been a sore point as the neighboring countries seek to recalibrate their relations following the ouster of former Syrian President Basha»»»
Vanderveen shines in CSI5* jump-off at H H The Father Amir’s Prix
Doha: Kristen Vanderveen stamped her authority in the final round of the H H The Father Amir’s Prix, delivering a standout victory in the CSI5* Table A jump-off over 155cm at Al Shaqab yesterday. The American rider proved untouchable in a high-speed barrage, guiding 12-year-old gelding Bull Run’s J»»»
Israeli army targets south Lebanon with series of violent strikes
At least 17 Israeli airstrikes targeted Friday several regions in south Lebanon, including the valley between Msayleh, Tefahta and al-Najjariyeh. The Israeli army said it is targeted "Hezbollah infrastructure" in the South Lebanon, while local media outlets reported a series of violent strikes. Ear»»»
Israel to partially reopen Gaza's Rafah crossing on Sunday
Palestinian militant group Hamas called on Friday for Israel to reopen Gaza's Rafah crossing to Egypt immediately in both directions. In a statement, the group called for the "immediate transition to the second phase" of the U.S.-brokered truce in Gaza, namely its provision for the reopening of Raf»»»
Thousands of Shiite Muslims displaced from Syria find new home in Lebanon
Thousands of Shiite Muslims who fled Syria after former President Bashar Assad's government was toppled in an offensive by Sunni rebels in December 2024 have found a new home in Lebanon. Many of them stayed in mosques, schools or with relatives in Lebanon until the Imam Ali Housing Compound — funde»»»
Arab allies urge restraint from US and Iran as Trump demands deal on nuclear program
U.S. allies and partners in the Middle East again are urging restraint from both the United States and Iran as the Trump administration warns of a possible strike and builds up its military presence in the region, according to an Arab diplomat familiar with the matter. Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Oman an»»»
Civil rights investigation opened into Alex Pretti shooting
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has opened a civil rights investigation into the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by federal immigration agents, the US deputy attorney general has said. Todd Blanche said he did not want to "overstate" the move, calling it "a standard investigation by the FBI when ther»»»
Israeli occupation airstrike in southern Lebanon leaves one fatality
BEIRUT, Jan 30 (KUNA) -- Lebanon announced on Friday that an Israeli occupation airstrike on a vehicle in the southern district of Tyre left at least one fatality.The Lebanese Ministry of Health's Emergency Operations Center stated that the Israeli occupation airstrike hit the vehicle in the town o»»»
Bardhi Says SPAK Rejected Government Intimidation Attempts
The head of the Democratic Party parliamentary group, Gazment Bardhi, reacted after Special Prosecution against Corruption (SPAK) refused to meet with the parliamentary commission known as “Xhafaj 2.” In a social media post, Bardhi said the government’s attempt to intimidate prosecutors had been fi»»»
China ends sanctions on 6 British MPs - UPI.com
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer (C) on Friday announced China ended its sanctions on six ministers of Parliament a day after arriving for a state visit to China in Beijing. Photo by Lauren Hurley/EPA Jan. 30 (UPI) -- Six British ministers of Parliament, including two peers, no longer are sancti»»»
Yemen Welcomes EU Terror Designation of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards
The Yemeni government welcomed a European Union decision to designate Iran’s Revolutionary Guards as a terrorist organization, saying the move marked a long-awaited shift toward confronting a central driver of instability and security threats across the region and beyond. In an official statement, »»»
Sheikh Abdullah, US Secretary State Marco Rubio discuss regional peace
Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, received a phone call from Marco Rubio, US Secretary of State, during which they discussed the strong strategic relations between the two countries, as well as key regional developments. During th»»»
Fela Kuti to be first African to get Grammys Lifetime Achievement Award
Lagos: Nigeria's Afrobeat king Fela Kuti will this weekend be posthumously recognised by the Grammys with a Lifetime Achievement Award, becoming the first African artist to receive the distinction. After a lifetime of clashes with successive powers in Nigeria, the recognition comes nearly three dec»»»
West’s Pressure on Russian Arms Industry Couldn’t Stop Our Defense Exports: Putin
Russian military production worth over $15B was exported to over 30 countries over the past year, giving the defense industrial base additional resources for modernization, R&D and the expansion of it is production capabilities, President Putin said in a briefing Friday. In 2026, military export vo»»»
Budapest’s living costs soar: Affordable rents don’t mean easy life for residents
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Lawmakers want to know about Tulsi Gabbard's role in Georgia FBI raid - UPI.com
1 of 5 | Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard attends the 126th Army-Navy Game in Baltimore, Md., on Dec. 13. On Friday, two lawmakers demanded that she answer questions about her involvement at an FBI raid on a Georgia election facility. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Jan»»»
Israeli Enemy Responds to Lebanese Government’s Reconstruction Decision: Violent Air Raids Target Excavator Facility near Sidon
Two hours after the Lebanese government approved the reconstruction plan of all the structures that were destroyed by the Israeli war on Lebanon in 2024, the Israeli launched an attack on an excavator maintenance facility in South Lebanon. In details, Zionist war jets carried out violent raids on t»»»
Lebanon-Israel Ceasefire Panel to Stay, French Role Remains Military
A statement by the US embassy in Beirut has cut through weeks of Lebanese speculation over the fate of the committee monitoring the cessation of hostilities between Lebanon and Israel, following delays in its meetings. The statement also signaled that no French civilian member would be added to the»»»
Trump Says Iran Wants Deal, US ‘Armada’ Larger Than in Venezuela Raid
President Donald Trump said Thursday he believed Tehran wanted to make a deal to avoid military action, adding that the US "armada" near Iran was bigger than the one he dispatched to topple Venezuela's leader. "We have a large armada, flotilla, call it whatever you want, heading toward Iran right n»»»
Lebanon Enforces Funds Checks Despite Hezbollah Objections
A circular issued by Lebanon’s Justice Minister Adel Nassar, now in force, has placed notaries public on the front line of the country’s fight against money laundering, requiring them to verify the source of funds and the identities of parties involved in sales contracts, purchase agreements, and p»»»
Iran War Fears Cast Shadow Over Gaza Ceasefire
As momentum builds around efforts to advance the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire agreement, the risk of a broader confrontation between the United States and Iran is resurfacing, threatening to upend regional priorities amid Israeli moves that are fueling growing concern. Experts speaking to Ash»»»
Who was Dr CJ Roy? Rise and tragic fall of Dubai-based Indian tycoon who died by suicide
Dubai: The death of Dubai-based businessman Dr CJ Roy has sent shockwaves through the Indian expat community in the UAE, particularly those hailing from his native place Kerala, and business and film circles across south India. The 57-year-old chairman of Confident Group died by suicide at his offi»»»
Report: US Slows Transfers of ISIS Detainees to Iraq
Transfers of ISIS detainees from Syria to Iraq by the US military have slowed this week, seven sources familiar with the matter said, following calls by Baghdad for other countries to repatriate thousands of foreign extremists. The US military said on January 21 it had started to transfer the detai»»»
Argentina privatizes natural gas imports, ends government role - UPI.com
Argentina has authorized private companies to import and sell liquefied natural gas -- a move that removes the state from those operations. File Photo by Olivier Hoslet/EPA BUENO AIRES, Jan. 30 (UPI) -- The Argentine government authorized private companies to import and sell liquefied natural gas -»»»
NASA delays Artemis II wet dress rehearsal citing weather - UPI.com
1 of 5 | NASA's Space Launch System rocket stands on Complex 39B on Monday. Engineers and technicians are preparing the rocket for its upcoming launch which is scheduled for no earlier than February 8 after a weather-related delay. Photo by Joe Marino/UPI | License Photo Jan. 30 (UPI) -- Frigid tem»»»
How Far Will He Go? Trump’s Options for US Action Against Iran
US President Donald Trump has threatened military action against Iran over its crackdown on protesters, while still for now appearing to leave the door open for negotiations over the country’s controversial nuclear program. But should Trump, after weeks of American threats and counter-threats from »»»
Iran Ready for Talks with US, but No Plans Yet, Foreign Minister Says
Iran is ready for dialogue to resolve tensions with the United States but that there are no concrete plans for talks with Washington, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Friday, even as Tehran faces the threat of US military action in response to the killing of peaceful demonstrators and over poss»»»
Trump threatens to ban Canadian-made planes
US President Donald Trump has threatened to “decertify” aircraft made in Canada and hit Canadian plane sales with a 50% tariff amid rising tensions with Ottawa. Trump made the comments in a post on Truth Social on Thursday, tying it to Canada’s refusal to certify several types of Gulfstream busines»»»
‘He Probably Would’ve Survived’: Iran Targeting Hospitals in Crackdown
Hospitals are no longer places of safety as Iran's crackdown on anti-government protests impacts all aspects of life, rights groups say, with authorities arresting wounded protesters and even the medics who treat them. Activists accuse security forces of killing thousands of people and wounding mor»»»
Trump nominates Kevin Warsh to succeed Jerome Powell as Federal Reserve chief
WASHINGTON, Jan 30 (KUNA) -- US President Donald Trump has officially nominated Kevin Warsh to replace Jerome Powell, as the chairman of Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, after the conclusion of Powell's term in May."I have known Kevin for a long period of time, and have no doubt th»»»
UAE ranks among world’s most air-connected countries, minister says
Dubai: Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Civil Aviation Authority, affirmed that the civil aviation sector is a fundamental pillar for supporting economic and tourism growth, enhancing trade flows, and connecting countri»»»
Operating team for Serbia's EU accession holds first meeting
BELGRADE - The Operating Team for Serbia's EU accession, chaired by Danijel Apostolovic, who is also Serbia's ambassador to the EU, held its first meeting on Friday, highlighting opening Cluster 3 in Serbia's EU accession talks as one of the main objectives. The meeting, which took place in the Ser»»»
Guterres Warns of UN’s ‘Imminent Financial Collapse’
The UN chief has told member states that the organization is at risk of "imminent financial collapse", citing unpaid fees and a budget rule that forces the global body to return unspent money, a letter seen by Reuters on Friday showed. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has repeatedly spoken abo»»»
Israel Denies Accepting Gaza Health Ministry War Toll
Israel's military denied on Friday having accepted the Palestinian health ministry's death toll for the war in Gaza of 71,000 killed since October 2023, as was reported in Israeli media. "The (Israeli military) clarifies that the details published do not reflect official ... data", military spokesm»»»
Syrian Army Declares ISIS-Linked Camp ‘Closed Security Zone’
Syria's army announced Friday that a camp housing suspected relatives of ISIS group fighters was closed to the public, a measure a military source said was meant to bolster security around the facility. Earlier this month, the army entered the vast Al-Hol camp after the withdrawal of the Kurdish-le»»»
Strong wind gusts expected, caution urged
Tunis, Jan. 30 (TAP) - Road users are urged to exercise extreme caution after a follow-up weather bulletin issued by the National Institute of Meteorology forecasting heavy rainfall and strong wind gusts of up to 130 km/h in several regions.The...»»»