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FIFA and TikTok announce partnership for 2026 World Cup

TikTok has been designated as the first “Preferred Platform” in the history of FIFA, following a new agreement aimed at expanding digital coverage for the FIFA World Cup 2026. The partnership facilitates deeper integration between the two entities, allowing for increased original content and making»»»

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Gulf News 1h

UAE Cyber Council flags risks of AI-powered phishing

Abu Dhabi: Experts in digital technology and artificial intelligence (AI) are warning of a sharp, year-on-year rise in hacking incidents, driven by growing reliance on technology and rapid digital transformation. They note that AI itself is becoming a key factor behind the surge in data breaches, a»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 1h

GERB-UDF Returns First Cabinet-Forming Mandate, Continue the Change - Democratic Bulgaria to Get Second One Soon

Outgoing Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov returned a mandate to form a new Cabinet on behalf of GERB-UDF immediately after receiving it from President Rumen Radev on Monday. Radev said he would mandate the second-largest parliamentary group, Continue the Change - Democratic Bulgaria (CC-DB), to form»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 1h

Media Review: January 12

POLITICS bTV: GERB leader Boyko Borissov said the outgoing coalition government achieved historic results, including Bulgaria’s accession to Schengen and the eurozone and the absorption of nearly BGN 5 billion in EU funds. Speaking on Facebook, he described the cabinet as “good but very quiet” and »»»

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The Peninsula 2h

This new crash test dummy could keep women safer in car accidents

Bald, faceless and empirically lifelike, this dummy may not be much to look at. But experts say it is a quantum leap forward in a decades-long effort to make cars safer for women. In November, regulators unveiled THOR-05F - short for “Test device for Human Occupant Restraint, 5th-percentile Female”»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 2h

GERB-UDF Floor Leader: We Have Absolute Grounds to Declare We Want to Continue Governing

GERB-UDF Floor Leader Boyko Borissov said that his parliamentary group “has absolute grounds to declare that it wants to continue governing.” In a live Facebook broadcast on Monday, he said that “after such difficult governance, GERB is the leading political force.” Borissov argued that thanks to h»»»

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Sputnik 2h

Oil Majors Eye Venezuela as US Pushes $100B Investment Drive

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Energy giant Shell has expressed its readiness to resume investments in Venezuela's oil industry, the company told Sputnik. "We are ready to go and looking forward to the investments…," the statement said. Shell left onshore oil operations in Venezuela around 1975-1976, when Vene»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 3h

GERB-UDF Immediately Returns Cabinet-Forming Mandate

Outgoing Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov returned an exploratory mandate to form a new Cabinet on behalf of GERB-UDF immediately after receiving it from President Rumen Radev on Monday. "Your resignation in the wake of the mass protests across the country was an act of wisdom and responsibility," R»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 3h

GERB-UDF Returns Cabinet-Forming Mandate Immediately After Receiving It

Outgoing Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov returned an exploratory mandate to form a new Cabinet on behalf of GERB-UDF immediately after receiving it from President Rumen Radev on Monday. On January 9, the group's floor leader and GERB leader Boyko Borissov said GERB-UDF would immediately return the »»»

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UPI 4h

On This Day, Jan. 12: Earthquake devastates Haiti, sparks cholera outbreak - UPI.com

On Jan. 12, 2010, a magnitude-7 earthquake dealt Haiti and its capital Port-au-Prince a catastrophic blow, killing at least 100,000 people. 1 of 5 | An injured man is carried by survivors of a magnitude-7 earthquake in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, on January 13, 2010. File Photo by Matthew Marek/American»»»

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BBC 4h

India and US 'actively engaged' in trade negotiations, says new ambassador

India and the US are continuing to actively engage on trade deal negotiations, Sergio Gor, the new US ambassador to India, has said during a trip to Delhi. The next call to discuss the deal was scheduled for Tuesday, Gor said, but did not elaborate on who would participate. He also said the friends»»»

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Sana 4h

German court begins trial of five Syrians charged with war crimes in Yarmouk Camp

Berlin, Jan. 12 (SANA) The Higher Regional Court in the German city of Koblenz began hearing testimonies on Saturday in the trial of five defendants charged with committing war crimes in Yarmouk camp, Damascus, during the early years of the Syrian revolution. According to German judicial authoritie»»»

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UPI 4h

Malaysia, Indonesia first to restrict X's Grok over sexually explicit deepfakes - UPI.com

Grok, the artificial intelligence service of X, owned by Elon Musk, was banned in Malaysia and Indonesia over the weekend over its production of sexually explicit deepfake content of women and minors. File Photo by Shawn Thew/UPI | License Photo Jan. 12 (UPI) -- Malaysia and Indonesia have blocked »»»

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The Peninsula 4h

Preacher Omar Suleiman delivers Friday sermon at Islamic Cultural Center mosque

Doha: Preacher Omar Suleiman delivered the Friday sermon at the mosque of the Sheikh Abdulla Bin Zaid Al Mahmoud Islamic Cultural Center, where he addressed the differences between sins and the importance of repentance in the life of a Muslim. This comes within the framework of the Center’s commitm»»»

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Gulf News 5h

Birmingham’s night sky turned pink—here’s what caused it

A mysterious pink glow that illuminated the night sky over the West Midlands during the height of Storm Goretti was caused by stadium floodlights reflecting off heavy snowfall, officials have confirmed. Residents across Birmingham and the surrounding areas took to social media on Thursday evening t»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 6h

President to Hand First Cabinet-Forming Mandate to GERB-UDF

President Rumen Radev on Monday will hand the first mandate to form a Cabinet to GERB-UDF, the largest parliamentary group in the 51st National Assembly, Radev's press secretariat said on Friday. GERB-UDF will return the mandate unfulfilled as soon as it receives it from the President, the group's »»»

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24 News Agency 6h

Film studio and Dolby Atmos studio may be built in Kyrgyzstan — Culture Ministry - | 24.KG

Nearly 70 percent of distribution certificates are currently being obtained by local film producers. Minister of Culture, Information and Youth Policy of Kyrgyzstan Mirbek Mambetaliev told journalists. According to him, Kyrgyz films being produced today are in demand and attract strong audience int»»»

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Gulf News 7h

Apricot Capital DIFC outlines long-term vision to become a one-stop service provider

With its first anniversary behind it, Apricot Capital DIFC is not treating the milestone as a celebratory marker. Instead, it is being used as a moment of reflection and a chance to articulate what kind of financial institution it is building for professional clients and market counterparties, and »»»

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BNE 8h

Indian shares slide as Trump backs 500% tariff on New Delhi

Indian equities closed lower on January 9 2025 as investors pared risk amid global uncertainty, renewed concern over trade frictions with the US and caution ahead of key inflation data due in the week starting January 12. »»»

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BNE 8h

Indian shares slide as Trump backs 500% tariff on New Delhi

Indian equities closed lower on January 9 2025 as investors pared risk amid global uncertainty, renewed concern over trade frictions with the US and caution ahead of key inflation data due in the week starting January 12. »»»

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UPI 9h

Box truck rams crowd protesting Iranian regime in Los Angeles, injuring 2 - UPI.com

Jan. 11 (UPI) -- A box truck rammed through a crowd demonstrating in support of protesters in Iran on Sunday, injuring two people, authorities said. The incident occurred at about 3:30 p.m. PST in the Westwood neighborhood of Los Angeles. Uncorroborated video of the incident posted online shows a U»»»

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Gulf News 11h

India Budget 2026: What UAE NRIs, businesses expect this Febrary 1st

Dubai: India’s Union Budget 2026–27 is approaching at a time when global uncertainty remains high and India’s growth story is still holding firm. For UAE expats and NRIs, this Budget matters most for how it shapes taxes, investment flows, and long-term economic direction. Sign up for our daily busi»»»

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Qatar Tribune 14h

Marathon Village at Hotel Park opens ahead of Doha Marathon by Ooredoo 2026

Tribune News Network Doha As the countdown to race day begins, Doha Marathon by Ooredoo 2026 will officially open its Marathon Village at Hotel Park from 13 to 16 January, welcoming runners, families, and supporters to the beating heart of the marathon experience. Operating daily from 3:00 pm to 9:»»»

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The Peninsula 15h

Nasser Al Attiyah maintains overall lead at Dakar Rally

Riyadh: Qatari driver Nasser Al Attiyah, a five-time Dakar Rally champion, retained the overall provisional lead in the 48th edition of the Dakar Rally, currently taking place in Saudi Arabia, after finishing 11th in Stage Seven. Al Attiyah, driving for the Dacia team alongside his Belgian co-drive»»»

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The Peninsula 15h

QIFF celebrates partnership with Canada, Mexico as part of Year of Culture 2026

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar International Food Festival (QIFF) 2026, organised by Visit Qatar, the marketing and promotional arm of Qatar Tourism, the governing and regulatory body of tourism in the State of Qatar, returns this week as one of the country's flagship cultural events, serving as a platform»»»

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BBC 19h

Trump tells Cuba to 'make a deal, before it is too late'

Donald Trump has urged Cuba to "make a deal" or face consequences, warning that the flow of Venezuelan oil and money would now stop. The US president has been turning his attention to Cuba since US forces seized Venezuela's leader Nicolás Maduro in a 3 January raid on its capital, Caracas. Venezuel»»»

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Gulf News 19h

What if the Philippines had invested $11 million in Tesla in 2015, instead of giving incentives to Toyota and Mitsubishi?

With a stroke of a pen, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr’s veto of ₱4.32 billion ($72.85 million) for the Comprehensive Automotive Resurgence Strategy (CARS) programme (and its RACE successor) in the 2026 budget, dealing a huge blow to wasteful spending. The CARS/RACE scheme would have meant billions »»»

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Kuna 11.01. 10:49

Iraq: Economic crisis deepens weeks ahead of new gov't formation

News report by Alaa Al-Huwaijel BAGHDAD, Jan 11 (KUNA) -- As Iraqis await government formation after the November 11 elections, caretaker Prime Minister Mohammad Shia' Al-Sudani imposed rapid austerity measures, prompting mixed reactions and conflicting economic assessments, despite Iraq holding th»»»

Sputnik 11.01. 10:12

NATO States Consider Arctic Troop Presence as US Eyes Greenland

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The United Kingdom is holding talks with other European NATO allies about deploying NATO troops in Greenland to protect the island from annexation by the United States, The Telegraph newspaper reported. UK officials have recently met with their French and German counterparts to b»»»

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Dailynews Hungary 11.01. 08:28

New theory emerges about extraterrestrial communication: But what's the connection to fireflies?

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Novinite 11.01. 08:14

Bulgaria Clears Path for 36 km of Hemus Highway - Construction Set to Begin in 2026

The Bulgarian government has taken a significant step toward completing the Hemus Highway, with construction permits now issued for approximately 36 km of the route. This development paves the way for major construction activities to commence in 2026, according to documents published in the State G»»»

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The Peninsula 11.01. 07:22

Smart homes boost efficiency and save energy, says expert

Doha, Qatar: A Board Member of the Qatar Society of Engineers Eng Saud Abdullah Al-Dulaimi highlighted the concept and benefits of smart homes, emphasizing their role in improving energy efficiency and reducing consumption compared to traditional homes. Speaking to Qatar TV recently, Al-Dulaimi exp»»»

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Gulf News 11.01. 03:25

Sudan after 1,000 days of war: Who is responsible?

By Friday, January 9, the war in Sudan had accumulated 1,000 days of human tragedy. Over this bloody journey, numbers are no longer cold statistics; they have become an explicit political indictment of the ruling authority and all parties to the conflict. A thousand days of failure, negligence, and»»»

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BBC 11.01. 03:02

'I had no electricity for six months': American families struggle with soaring energy prices

Kristy Hallowell had just lost her job when her energy bill unexpectedly tripled to $1,800 a month. Unable to pay, her gas and electricity were cut off and she, her two children and her mother spent six months of last year relying on a generator to light and heat their house. The 44-year-old is one»»»

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BBC 11.01. 01:25

'The answer cannot be nothing': The battle over Canada's mystery brain disease

Five hundred people in a small Canadian province were diagnosed with a mystery brain disease. What would it mean for the patients if the disease was never real? In early 2019, officials at a hospital in the small Canadian province of New Brunswick noticed that two patients had contracted an extreme»»»

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Gulf News 10.01. 20:24

1,000 days of war in Sudan

By Friday, January 9, the war in Sudan had accumulated 1,000 days of human tragedy. Over this bloody journey, numbers are no longer cold statistics; they have become an explicit political indictment of the ruling authority and all parties to the conflict. A thousand days of failure, negligence, and»»»

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Business-review 10.01. 17:49

The True Cost of Keeping Old Windows (Hint: It’s Not Just the Heating Bill)

When it comes to home maintenance, many homeowners often overlook the significance of their windows. While the immediate concern might be the energy bills associated with heating and cooling, the true cost of keeping old windows extends far beyond that single expense. In this article, we will explo»»»

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Gulf News 10.01. 12:58

Iran unrest escalates: Internet blackout continues as protests sweep the country

Protests sweeping across Iran neared the two-week mark Saturday, with the government acknowledging ongoing demonstrations despite an intensifying crackdown. The Islamic Republic remains largely cut off from the rest of the world. Authorities have maintained an internet blackout amid a crackdown tha»»»

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The Peninsula 10.01. 10:27

Chinese villagers struggle for heat as gas subsidies fade

Xushui, China: Almost a decade after China began curbing coal burning to stop thick winter smog, villagers in northern Hebei province are struggling to afford their heating bills with most gas subsidies now phased out. In 2017, Beijing mandated that dozens of northern areas wind down the use of coa»»»

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Novinite 10.01. 09:50

Bulgaria's Borissov: GERB Will Return the Government Mandate, Political Chaos Set to Deepen

GERB leader and chair of the GERB parliamentary group Boyko Borissov said his party would accept and then return the mandate to form a government, warning that this would be followed by even greater political chaos and deepening hostility between parties. Speaking in a live Facebook broadcast from »»»

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Dailynews Hungary 10.01. 08:32

New Hungarian-developed cancer drug delivers exceptional preclinical results

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Gulf News 10.01. 08:24

Five injured in four-vehicle crash in Jebel Ali, Dubai

Dubai: A Dubai misdemeanours court has fined a 24-year-old Asian driver Dh5,000 after convicting him in absentia of causing injuries to several people and damaging multiple vehicles in a traffic accident in the Jebel Ali area. According to the court’s findings, the defendant was driving a private v»»»

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The Peninsula 10.01. 08:14

Olympic ice hockey arena will be ready for Games: IOC director

Milan, Italy: The Winter Olympics main ice hockey rink will be ready for the start of competition next month, the IOC's sport director said on Friday, ahead of a key test event for the arena. Asked whether there was any possibility that the Santa Giulia venue would not be ready for the Milan-Cortin»»»

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Al Awsat 10.01. 08:12

How the US Could Take Over Greenland and the Potential Challenges

US President Donald Trump wants to own Greenland. He has repeatedly said the United States must take control of the strategically located and mineral-rich island, which is a semiautonomous region that's part of NATO ally Denmark. Officials from Denmark, Greenland and the United States met Thursday »»»

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Gulf News 10.01. 08:12

5 injured in Jebel Ali crash: Dubai driver convicted after multi-car collision

Dubai: A Dubai misdemeanours court has fined a 24-year-old Asian driver Dh5,000 after convicting him in absentia of causing injuries to several people and damaging multiple vehicles in a traffic accident in the Jebel Ali area. According to the court’s findings, the defendant was driving a private v»»»

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Al Awsat 10.01. 08:00

Mladenov Shuttle Talks between Israel and Ramallah Hasten Gaza Administration Committee

Nickolay Mladenov, the man chosen to serve as the director-general for US President Donald Trump's Board of Peace in Gaza, discussed arrangements for the second phase of the ceasefire agreement with Palestinian Vice President Hussein al-Sheikh. The meeting, which took place a day after Mladenov met»»»

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Al Awsat 10.01. 07:48

US Stance on Iran Protests Balances Threats, Caution

It may still be premature to say Iran’s ruling system is nearing collapse. Yet the unrest that has gripped the country in recent weeks has pushed Tehran into its most severe internal crisis in years. Protests triggered by economic freefall and the collapse of the national currency have rapidly spre»»»

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Al Awsat 10.01. 07:00

Southern Transitional Council Dissolution Paves Way for Calm South Yemen Talks

As Yemen’s government, led by the Presidential Leadership Council, moves to consolidate military and security authority in the south under the defense and interior ministries, it is seeking to contain the fallout from recent turmoil, prevent a return to rebellion, and avert a slide back into violen»»»

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UPI 10.01. 06:03

Minnesota woman loses arm, life in U.S. Virgin Islands shark attack - UPI.com

An unknown species of shark attacked and killed a Minnesota woman while she was swimming along a beach in St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands, on Thursday. File Photograph by Bill Greenblatt/UPI | License Photo Jan. 9 (UPI) -- A shark attacked and killed a Minnesota woman while she swam in waters along »»»

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Gulf News 10.01. 03:17

AI-powered personalisation: How is it transforming everyday banking?

We are entering a transformative era in banking, driven by artificial intelligence (AI), which is profoundly impacting financial entities’ ability to hyper-personalise their customer offering. Banks are harnessing AI to deliver meticulously tailored experiences that meet the unique needs and prefer»»»

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