Gulf News 6m

Watch out: Dubai Police seize bikes after reckless stunt riding

Dubai Police have taken firm action against a number of motorcycle riders after they were caught performing dangerous stunts and violating traffic laws on roads across the emirate. The riders were seen driving on one wheel and weaving between vehicles, behaviour that puts lives at risk and poses a »»»

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Kathimerini 9m

Man barricades inside Athens home before domestic violence arrest

Police arrested a 55-year-old man Friday after he barricaded himself inside his home in the Athens suburb of Neos Kosmos following an alleged domestic violence incident involving his elderly mother, authorities said. According to public broadcaster ERT, the incident began Thursday after 6 p.m., whe»»»

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The Peninsula 10m

Qatar beach handball team extends perfect run in Sanya

Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s beach handball team continued its dominant performance at the Asian Beach Games - Sanya 2026, securing two convincing victories yesterday against Bangladesh and Mongolia, both with identical 2-0 scorelines in the group stage. The team delivered dominant performances in both mat»»»

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The Peninsula 10m

Qatar to clash with El Salvador in World Cup warm-up in Los Angeles

Doha, Qatar: Qatar will take on El Salvador in an international friendly at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles on June 6, the Qatar Football Association announced yesterday, as Al Annabi continue their build-up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The match forms part of a crucial overseas training camp designed to»»»

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Sputnik 25m

Iran Provided Exceptions for Russia, Other Countries in Hormuz Strait Tariffs - Ambassador

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Tehran has provided exceptions for a number of countries, including Russia, regarding transit fees for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, Iranian Ambassador to Moscow Kazem Jalali told Sputnik. First Deputy Speaker of the Iranian parliament Hamid Reza Haji Babaei said Thursday»»»

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Naharnet 28m

Israel targets Kherbet Selem and Touline, Hezbollah fires rockets at north Israel

The Israeli army targeted Friday the southern villages of Touline and Kherbet Selem despite residents returning home to their southern towns and villages after a 3-week extension of the ceasefire. Hezbollah said on Thursday it fired rockets at northern Israel in response to the country's ceasefire »»»

Naharnet 28m

Cabinet discusses potential move to join ICC

Deputy Prime Minister Tarek Mitri said ministers on Thursday discussed joining the International Criminal Court, a permanent tribunal that prosecutes individuals for war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide, for “a specific period.” The move would mark a significant shift for Lebanon, which»»»

The Peninsula 28m

Milaha announces strategic realignment of business segments

Doha: Qatar Navigation (Milaha), the industry-leading provider of maritime and logistics solutions in the region, announced a strategic realignment of its business segments. As part of this initiative, Milaha has restructured its operational and financial reporting segments to align more closely wi»»»

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Gulf News 41m

Abu Dhabi to Amman flights now easier with Air Arabia’s new service

Abu Dhabi: Air Arabia Abu Dhabi has announced the launch of direct flights to Amman Civil Airport (ADJ) in Jordan, with the new service set to begin on May 1, 2026. The route will operate three times a week between Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi and Amman Civil Airport, offering passenger»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 46m

Yes, Bulgaria Pushes for Formal Coalition Agreement of Continue the Change and Democratic Bulgaria and Common Centre-Right Presidential Candidate

The National Council of the Yes, Bulgaria party, which is part of Democratic Bulgaria in its CC-DB coalition with Continue the Change, has adopted a decision tasking the party with proposing a formal coalition agreement to its partners in CC-DB, the party’s press office announced Friday. According »»»

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Naharnet 52m

Hezbollah says fired rockets at northern Israel

The Israeli army targeted Friday the southern villages of Touline and Kherbet Selem despite residents returning home to their southern towns and villages after a 3-week extension of the ceasefire. Hezbollah said on Thursday it fired rockets at northern Israel in response to the country's ceasefire »»»

UPI 54m

ICC panel finds sufficient evidence to try former Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte - UPI.com

A three-judge panel of the International Criminal Court has ruled there is enough evidence to try Rodrigo Duterte, seen here as the president of the Philippines in 2019, on charges of committing crimes against humanity. File Photo by Keizo Mori/UPI | License Photo April 24 (UPI) -- A three-judge pa»»»

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Naharnet 1h

Trump says Lebanon and Israel agree to extend ceasefire by 3 weeks

U.S. President Donald Trump said Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah by three weeks after talks at the White House on Thursday. Trump said the meeting between the ambassadors of Israel and Lebanon to the United States went "very well." The meeting was t»»»

Bulgarian News Agency 1h

Interior Ministry's Acting Secretary General Says He Has Been Pressured

In a video message on Facebook, Interior Ministry's acting Secretary General Georgi Kandev said that he had been pressured. "Yesterday [Thursday], I received my own message: 'Go home!' Those who have long relied on silence and obedience are trying the same approach again - with the same words and t»»»

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Arab News 1h

Kuwait reopens airspace after 2-month closure

DUBAI: Kuwait reopened its airspace at Kuwait International Airport on Thursday night, as the fragile ceasefire between US-Israel and Iran appears to be holding following the outbreak of the conflict on Feb. 28 which forced a two-month closure of the facility. The reopening is part of a “phased pla»»»

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Arab News 1h

Thai court accepts ethics case against opposition leader, MPs

BANGKOK: A Thai court decided on Friday to hear a case against 10 MPs, including the leader of the largest opposition party, for trying to reform the royal insult law, but refrained from suspending them. The progressive People’s Party, led by Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut, came second in February’s gen»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Dollar poised for first weekly gain in three weeks amid Middle East uncertainty

Singapore: The US dollar was on track for its first weekly gain in three weeks on Friday, as persistent uncertainty following the collapse of US-Iran peace talks dampened expectations for a swift easing of Middle East tensions. The dollar index, which tracks the greenback against a basket of major »»»

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Gulf News 1h

Dubai’s Al Habtoor takes Lebanon to international court — here’s why

Dubai: Dubai-based Al Habtoor Group has initiated international arbitration proceedings against the Lebanese Republic, escalating a long-running dispute over its investments in the country. The UAE conglomerate said late last night that it has formally filed a Request for Arbitration with the Inter»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Qatari investments support Syria’s economic reforms, says Syrian Minister of Finance

Damascus: Syrian Minister of Finance H E Mohammed Yasser Barnieh affirmed that cooperation with the Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) in the project to assess the financial and banking sector represents an important strategic step in a qualitative transformation phase that the Syrian economy is wit»»»

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UPI 1h

On This Day, April 24: Benedict XVI becomes Roman Catholic pope - UPI.com

On April 24, 2005, Benedict XVI was installed in Rome as the 265th Roman Catholic pope. 1 of 4 | Pope Benedict XVI leads the beatification ceremony of Pope John Paul II in St. Peter's square in the Vatican on May 1, 2011. On April 24, 2005, Benedict XVI was officially installed in Rome as the 265th»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Thai court accepts ethics case against opposition leader, MPs

Bangkok: A Thai court decided on Friday to hear a case against 10 MPs, including the leader of the largest opposition party, for trying to reform the royal insult law, but refrained from suspending them. The progressive People's Party, led by Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut, came second in February's gen»»»

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Al Manar 2h

Israeli enemy forces conducted demolition operations in Bint Jbeil and Hanin on Friday morning: Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli enemy forces conducted demolition operations in Bint Jbeil and Hanin on Friday morning: Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon 24-»»»

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US President Donald Trump: Ceasefire in Lebanon has been extended by three weeks - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe US President Donald Trump: Ceasefire in Lebanon has been extended by three weeks 24-04-2026 00:55 AM Latest News Urgent News Maariv’s Avi A»»»

Al Awsat 2h

Behind The Scenes: US-Israeli Military Decisions Shaping Iran's War

Although US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have made the ultimate war and ceasefire decisions regarding Iran, The Jerusalem Post revealed the details and extent to which Israeli Army Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir, US Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine, a»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Akhil Marar sparks outrage over pregnancy remarks; Kerala women, doctors push back

Dubai: Filmmaker and former Bigg Boss Malayalam winner Akhil Marar has come under fire for his recent comments on pregnancy, with women, doctors, and activists in Kerala strongly pushing back against his views. In a recent interview, Marar described pregnancy as a “natural process” that has been tu»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 2h

Apartment demand surges

Demand for new apartments in Poland’s seven largest cities accelerated in Q1 2026, underlining the sector’s resilience. Developers sold 12,900 units, up 11.1% quarter-on-quarter and 35.2% year-on-year, according to JLL. Aleksandra Gawrońska said sales rose despite the long January-February holiday »»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 2h

Pekao launches private debt

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The Peninsula 2h

Municipalities step up inspections, record 4,243 violations in Q1

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Municipality has released its statistical report on the performance of municipalities across the country during the first quarter of 2026, highlighting extensive efforts in public health oversight, regulatory compliance, and service delivery. According to the report, mu»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

A 60-Day Deadline Could Pressure Trump on Ending the Iran War

Washington - Robert Jimison Over nearly eight weeks of war in Iran, Republicans in Congress have turned back repeated efforts by Democrats to halt the operation and force US President Donald Trump, who began the conflict without congressional authorization, to consult with lawmakers on the military»»»

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Sputnik 2h

Attack on Leadership of Russian Media Watchdog Thwarted - FSB

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) said on Friday that it had prevented a terrorist attack against the leadership of the Russian media watchdog Roskomnadzor on April 18. The management and employees of Roskomnadzor and their family members are receiving threats of physica»»»

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UPI 2h

Two teens arrested in plot to attack Houston synagogue - UPI.com

April 24 (UPI) -- Authorities in North Carolina and Texas have arrested two teenagers accused of conspiring to attack a Houston synagogue, according to police and court documents. The two suspects were separately arrested: 18-year-old Angelina Han Hicks of Lexington, N.C., on Wednesday and an unnam»»»

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Arab News 2h

South Korea prosecutors seek 30 years for Yoon over drone flights into North

SEOUL: South Korean special prosecutors requested a further 30-year term on Friday for jailed ex-president Yoon Suk Yeol for allegedly sending military drones into North Korea in 2024. Yoon is accused of ordering the incursion to help create the pretext for his failed declaration of martial law tha»»»

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BNE 3h

Romanian PM installs interim cabinet, announces reforms after PSD withdrawal

Romania’s Social Democratic Party (PSD) withdrew its six ministers from Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan’s cabinet on April 23, triggering a shift to an interim government and deepening the political standoff at the centre of the ruling coalition, according to a PSD statement. The move comes as the»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Iran scrambles to store more oil as Kharg Island nears capacity under blockade pressure

Iran is reportedly moving to expand crude storage at Kharg Island by reactivating the 30-year-old very large crude carrier M/T Nasha, a sign that the country’s main oil hub is nearing its onshore storage limit amid the US blockade of Iranian ports. Maritime analysts say the vessel, which had been a»»»

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24 News Agency 3h

Begging to be penalized: Foreign nationals may face expulsion - | 24.KG

Kyrgyzstan has tightened measures against begging. The President Sadyr Japarov signed amendments to the Code of Offenses and the Law on External Migration. The legislation, adopted by the Zhogorku Kenesh on April 2, 2026, is aimed at reducing begging cases, improving public order, and enhancing roa»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Dubai Police move against drivers risking lives

Dubai: Dubai Police have arrested several motorists for reckless driving that endangered public safety, underscoring the emirate’s firm zero-tolerance stance on traffic violations. Authorities also released a video showing a series of accidents and dangerous driving incidents, highlighting the seve»»»

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Al Awsat 4h

Saudi Team Successfully Separates Filipino Conjoined Twins in Highly Complex Surgery

The specialized medical and surgical team of the Saudi Conjoined Twins Program achieved on Thursday a new medical milestone by successfully separating the Filipino conjoined twins Klea and Maurice Ann following a highly complex surgical procedure, considered among the most challenging cases worldwi»»»

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Gulf News 5h

EU approves a $106 billion loan package to help Ukraine after Hungary lifts veto

Brussels: The European Union on Thursday approved a 90-billion-euro ($106-billion) loan package to help Ukraine meet its economic and military needs for two years after oil began flowing through a key pipeline to Hungary and Slovakia, ending months of political deadlock. The EU also approved a new »»»

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UPI 5h

Soldier charged with using classified information to bet on Maduro capture - UPI.com

A U.S. Army soldier has been indicted on allegations of using his knowledge about the operation to capture Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro to make profitable wages on Polymarket Photo via Donald Trump/Truth Social/UPI | License Photo April 23 (UPI) -- A U.S. Army special forces soldier who partici»»»

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Al Awsat 6h

Lebanon-Israel Ceasefire Extended by 3 Weeks after White House Meeting

Lebanon and Israel extended their ceasefire for three weeks after a high-level meeting at the White House, US President Donald Trump said on Thursday. Trump hosted Israel's ambassador to Washington Yechiel Leiter and Lebanese ambassador to the US Nada Moawad in the Oval Office for a second round of»»»

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France24 6h

Truth or Fake - Both Trump and Iran share false information about 8 women facing execution by the regime

This Wednesday Donald Trump claimed that out of respect for him, Iran had agreed to spare the lives of 8 young Iranian women facing execution. But he was quickly struck with accusations that the women were AI-generated. Iran gave conflicting information, both mocking the AI claims but also dec»»»

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Arab News 6h

Federal officials charge US soldier with using classified intel to win over $400K bet on Maduro raid

WASHINGTON: A US soldier involved in the military operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has been charged with using classified information about the mission to win more than $400,000 in an online betting market, federal officials announced Thursday. Gannon Ken Van Dyke was part o»»»

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Arab News 6h

Trump administration probes NYC Department of Education over pro-Palestinian group

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump’s administration said on Thursday it launched a civil rights probe into New York City’s Department of Education over a pro-Palestinian group of educators. A spokesperson for the New York City Department of Education said it was reviewing the notice it received »»»

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Arab News 6h

Child vaccine catch-up drive on course to hit target: UN

GENEVA: The United Nations on Friday said a three-year effort to immunize children who missed routine vaccinations due to the Covid-19 crisis was on course to reach the 21 million target. The pandemic, which swept around the world in 2020, severely strained health systems and disrupted vaccination »»»

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Arab News 6h

2 young people arrested in alleged plot to attack Houston synagogue

RALEIGH, North Carolina: Two young people have been arrested in an alleged plot to attack a Texas synagogue that involved driving through the congregation to “kill as many Jews as possible,” according to authorities and court documents. The arrests come a month after an armed man crashed his pickup»»»

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Ya Libnan 7h

Live updates: Trump orders U.S. military to ‘shoot and kill’ Iranian boats mining Strait of Hormuz – Ya Libnan

Share: An IRGC boat off the coast of Bandar Abbas, Iran .President Trump orders U.S. military to ‘shoot and kill’ Iranian boats mining Strait of Hormuz[File: Nazanin Tabatabaee/WANA via Reuters] The U.S. also boarded another tanker it said was involved in smuggling Iranian oil, as the intensifying »»»

Gulf News 7h

Federal authorities arrest 2 dozen Mexican Mafia members, associates in California

SANTA ANA, California: More than two dozen members and associates of the Mexican Mafia were arrested Thursday during an early morning crackdown across Southern California, federal authorities said. The FBI and other federal and local agencies executed search and arrest warrants at about 30 location»»»

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Gulf News 7h

Ex-Philippine President Duterte to face trial on crimes against humanity charges

The Hague, Netherlands: Judges at the International Criminal Court on Thursday confirmed charges of crimes against humanity against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte for deadly anti-drug crackdowns he allegedly oversaw while in office. A three-judge panel found unanimously there were “sub»»»

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Gulf News 7h

US soldier charged with using classified intel to win $400K Polymarket bet on Maduro raid

WASHINGTON: A US special forces soldier involved in the military operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has been charged with using classified information about the mission to win more than $400,000 in an online betting market, federal officials announced Thursday. Gannon Ken Van »»»

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Gulf News 7h

Friday Sermon, April 24, 2026: ‘Whoever betrays our homeland is not one of us’

First Sermon (Khutbah One) All praise is due to Allah, who has commanded fidelity and trustworthiness, and has forbidden treachery and betrayal. I bear witness that there is nothing worthy of worship but Allah alone, without partner—Glory be to Him—“He does not guide the plan of the treacherous” (Q»»»

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