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Zuckerberg spokesperson says his yacht did not hear call for maritime assist

A yacht owned by Mark Zuckerberg didn't respond immediately to a call for help from a skiff that ran out of fuel off the coast of Alaska, but a maritime law expert said Monday the crew may not have been obligated to after the Coast Guard determined the boat wasn't in distress. A spokesperson for th»»»

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Arab News 41m

Ukrainian prisoners recount torture, sexual abuse while in Russian detention

Former Ukrainian detainees and Ukrainian officials accused Russia on Monday of systematically torturing prisoners of war and civilian ​detainees, holding captives incommunicado and subjecting them to beatings, electric shocks and sexual abuse, with thousands still in captivity. Russia rejected the »»»

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Arab News 45m

Russian attacks on Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia, Kyiv kill five, officials say

Russian attacks killed five ​people and injured 20 in the southeastern Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia early on Tuesday and also struck Kyiv, triggering fires in ‌the capital, officials ‌said. Zaporizhzhia Regional ​Governor ‌Ivan ⁠Fedorov ​said Russian troops ⁠deployed missiles and aerial bombs on »»»

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Arab News 45m

Trump slipped onto secret flight from Ankara over Iranian threat: WaPo

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump departed ‌on a secret military flight from Turkiye last month when the White House said he was flying aboard Air Force One, an extraordinary move prompted by an Iranian assassination threat, the Washington Post reported Monday. Trump had ​taken the newly renova»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Oman moves to contain oil spill after tanker ran aground

Oman said it was working to contain an oil spill off its southern coast after a tanker ran aground in June inside a protected marine area, triggering calls for action by environmentalists. It follows an investigation by AFP that found the ship had been stranded for weeks near al-Qibliyyah island af»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Tupac Shakur murder trial begins 30 years after rapper's death

The trial of a former gang leader accused of orchestrating the murder of rapper Tupac Shakur finally began on Monday, 30 years after one of America's most high-profile unresolved killings. The proceedings, expected to last a month, will likely not make clear who fired the shots that killed the Cali»»»

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UPI 1h

Sens. Schiff and Klobuchar unveil new cybersecurity bill - UPI.com

Sen. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., speaks Tuesday at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. Schiff and Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., have released a new cybersecurity bill, the Water Cyber Shield Act. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Aug. 10 (UPI) -- Sens. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., and Amy Klobuchar, D-»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Pentagon official asks Asian allies to invest more in defence to deter aggression

MANILA: A Pentagon official on Monday asked allies in Asia to invest more in their defence and help deter aggression in the region and said the United States remains committed to do the same with “partners, not protectorates.” Elbridge Colby, an undersecretary of defence, made the remarks at a foru»»»

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Gulf News 2h

The incremental war: How the US is reshaping its confrontation with Iran

The United States has entered a new phase in its confrontational strategy towards Iran in the Strait of Hormuz. After thirteen nights of US military strikes from July 11 to July 23, operations paused before resuming on July 29. They could be halted and restarted again, depending on Iran’s actions i»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Russian attack kills 5 in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia

A Russian attack in Ukraine's southeastern Zaporizhzhia killed five people and wounded 20, regional authorities said Tuesday, as explosions rang out in Kyiv during what officials called a ballistic missile strike. Russia has been increasingly deploying long-range missiles against Ukrainian cities i»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Meet Ricky Balshaw, the Paralympic medallist turning disability and awkwardness into comedy

My conversation with British comedian Ricky Balshaw begins with me doing what many able-bodied people probably do around disability: wondering whether I’m using the right words. Ricky, who has cerebral palsy after the umbilical cord became wrapped around his neck during birth, went on to win a Para»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Ocalan: Founder of the Kurdish militant PKK who authored its end

Abdullah Ocalan, jailed founder of the Kurdish militant PKK group, is an icon for many Kurds but a reviled terrorist for many Turks who is now at the heart of the biggest push for peace in over a decade. The militant leader, who oversaw decades of violence against the Turkish state, last year threw»»»

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Gulf News 2h

India’s 180-day overseas funds rule: How it can affect UAE-based NRIs

Dubai: Offshore banks are reportedly refusing to issue or renew international credit cards for some wealthy resident Indians because of concerns over India’s rules on money held abroad. The development has raised a key question for UAE-based Non-Resident Indians: could their salaries and savings in»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Zelensky says Russia readying more N. Korean troops, missiles

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Monday that Russia was preparing to station more North Korean troops on its territory and had received more ballistic missiles from Pyongyang. Zelensky has repeatedly warned of deepening military ties between Moscow and Pyongyang, often while appealing fo»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Indian expat in Dubai dies after suspected rat fever during vacation in Kerala

Dubai: An Indian expat in Dubai, who was on vacation in his hometown in Kerala, has died after contracting suspected leptospirosis, commonly known as rat fever, his family has told Gulf News. Teejo George, 48, died at a hospital in Kannur on Saturday, just two days after being admitted with diarrho»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Fire break out after attack on major Libya gasoline tank

A major gasoline reservoir in Libya's Zawiya, west of Tripoli, caught fire and collapsed on Monday after what authorities said was an attack by unknown perpetrators. The National Oil Corporation (NOC) said the tank contained some 4.5 million litres of gasoline. The reservoir is located at the secon»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Mohsen Rezaei, 71, Iran hardliner who threatened US hostages, gets top post

When Iran named Mohsen Rezaei, 71, the move carried an important "message" to the White House and the world. The long-time IRGC commander previously threatened to capture "at least 1,000 Americans as prisoners”. Razaei, 71, a four-decade veteran of Iran’s ruling establishment, is also wanted by Int»»»

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Arab News 4h

Enrollment begins at Saudi-backed school for Gaza children

GAZA STRIP: Registration has opened for students seeking to enroll at Makkah School in the southern Gaza Strip, a Saudi-backed initiative aimed at helping children resume their education amid the devastation of the war, SPA has reported. The school, supported by the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and»»»

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UPI 4h

Todd Blanche, Trump’s former personal lawyer, sworn in as U.S. attorney general - UPI.com

Attorney General Todd Blanche speaks Wednesday at the Department of Justice headquarters in Washington, D.C. Blanche was officially sworn in as attorney general Monday. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Aug. 10 (UPI) -- Todd Blanche, President Donald Trump's former personal attorney, was swo»»»

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Arab News 4h

Trump’s Gaza plan hinges on Hamas disarmament, Israeli withdrawals

JERUSALEM: Donald Trump’s latest plan to end the Gaza war calls on Hamas to ‌lay down its arms as Israel withdraws from the territory, terms endorsed by the militants but rejected by Israel, which says it will not pull back until the group’s disarmament is complete. WHAT IS TRUMP’S LATEST PLAN FOR »»»

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Gulf News 4h

US judge ends graft case against India's Gautam Adani

A US judge threw out a case against Indian billionaire industrialist Gautam Adani on Monday after the Trump administration decided to drop the fraud and bribery allegations against him. Court filings showed Brooklyn federal judge Nicholas Garaufis formally rubber-stamped a May request by prosecutor»»»

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Arab News 4h

Libya's central bank chief resigns

TRIPOLI: The governor of Libya’s central bank, Naji Issa, has resigned without giving a reason, several reports said on Monday. Private TV channel Al-Ahrar said Issa had confirmed his resignation. Issa and vice-governor Miree Al-Barasee were appointed by Libya’s parliament, which is based in the ea»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

Stocks churn as Hormuz standoff spurs rally in oil

Agencies New York A rally in oil prices left stocks wavering while bond yields climbed, with trader anxiety building just days ahead of key inflation reports. The lack of a deal to revive the Strait of Hormuz drove Brent crude above $87. Higher energy costs stoked concerns the Federal Reserve will »»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

Al-Arabi Sports Club concludes its summer activities

Tribune News Network Doha In a vibrant tableau reflecting the spirit of creativity and excellence, Al-Arabi Sports Club brought down the curtain on its summer activities amid festive atmospheres filled with joy and pride. This distinguished and successful conclusion crowned weeks of hard work and d»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

QRCS launches QR12 million Back to School 2026 fundraising campaign

Tribune News Network Doha Under the slogan #MakeStudentsHappy, Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has launched its “Back to School 2026” fundraising campaign designed to help students pursue their education, as well as to provide the educational supplies and opportunities that would enable them to b»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

ICBF bids warm farewell to Indian Embassy First Secretary Dr Eish Singhal

Satyendra Pathak Doha The Indian Community Benevolent Forum (ICBF) accorded a warm farewell to Dr Eish Singhal, First Secretary at the Embassy of India, Qatar, and its outgoing Coordinating Officer, as he returns to India following the successful completion of his tenure in Qatar. The farewell gath»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

MEPRA Qatar Leadership Majlis 2026 to examine the new architecture of influence on September 10

Tribune News Network Abu Dhabi, UAE/ Doha, Qatar The Middle East Public Relations Association (MEPRA) will host the 2026 MEPRA Qatar Leadership Majlis on 10 September at W Doha, bringing together senior leaders to explore the changing nature of influence and what it means for organisations across t»»»

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Gulf News 4h

US Navy has '100% control of Strait of Hormuz: Trump

On August 10, 2026, President Donald Trump stated that the United States Navy is the only force with control over the Strait of Hormuz. Speaking during a White House event, he said: “The only one that has control of the Strait of Hormuz right now is the United States Navy. We have a blockade that’s»»»

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UPI 6h

Trump signs executive order to reduce childhood vaccines - UPI.com

1 of 3 | Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. speaks before President Donald Trump signs an executive order that reevaluates childhood vaccines in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, D.C., on Monday. While the executive order still recommends childhood vaccines fo»»»

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UPI 6h

Justice Dept. files complaints against three more states over tuition laws - UPI.com

The Department of Justice building is shown in Washington, D.C. The department has filed complaints against three more states -- New York, Connecticut and Vermont -- alleging that tuition laws benefiting undocumented students are discriminatory. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Aug. 10»»»

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Arab News 6h

Fire breaks out at Libya’s Zawiya oil depot

TRIPOLI: A fire broke out on Monday ​in a diesel tank oil depot at Libya’s Zawiya refinery after the tank was struck under circumstances whose cause remains unknown, Brega Petroleum Marketing Company said in a statement. Brega is owned by state oil firm NOC and in charge of ‌fuel supplies. Zawiya r»»»

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Gulf News 6h

Mojtaba Khamenei’s latest power move: Iran’s military command gets a major shake-up

Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei made a series of senior military appointments on Monday, reshaping the country’s top command structure as the conflict with the United States continues. In separate decrees, Khamenei appointed six commanders to key positions across Iran’s armed forces, the Isl»»»

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Daily News Egypt 6h

Egypt telecom regulator refers four mobile operators to public prosecution over unauthorised line registrations

The National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (NTRA) has referred Egypt’s four mobile network operators to the Public Prosecution for investigation over the registration of mobile lines using citizens’ personal data without their knowledge or possession, the regulator announced. The referral»»»

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Sana 7h

Mecca Defense Pact reshapes regional security through collective deterrence

Damascus, Aug. 10 (SANA) After two years of rapid security shifts that have redrawn the balance of power in the Middle East, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan have moved beyond political coordination by signing the “Mecca Joint Defense Agreement,” a trilateral framework for collective deterrence a»»»

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Arab News 7h

Can Al-Burhan’s Sudanese national dialogue turn military gains into a political settlement?

LONDON: More than three years after Sudan descended into civil war, army chief Gen. Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan is pushing for a broad national dialogue aimed at rebuilding the country’s political institutions and laying the foundations for a civilian transition. Talks could begin as early as August, wi»»»

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Arab News 7h

Al-Nassr fans worried ahead of new season but Ange might be the man to steer them to glory

RIYADH: It is not a good time to be an Al-Nassr fan. While that might sound like a bizarre statement to make, considering the club ended a seven-year title drought by beating Al-Hilal to the Saudi Pro League title last season, they face a stark reality as they prepare to defend their title. The clu»»»

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Qatar Tribune 7h

Over 100 killed after Colombia struck by powerful earthquake

RIO DE JANEIRO: More than 100 people have died after western Colombia was hit by a severe magnitude 7.4 earthquake, reducing buildings to rubble in several cities, officials reported on Monday. At least 111 people have been killed, and 87 have been injured, President Abelardo de la Espriella said d»»»

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UPI 7h

Captain of capsized boat in New York Harbor to appear in federal court - UPI.com

The Statue of Liberty is lit in the red, white and blue July 1 in New York City. The captain of a boat that capsized Saturday near the statue in New York Harbor will appear in federal court Monday. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo Aug. 10 (UPI) -- The operator of a boat that capsized in »»»

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UPI 7h

Police in India use tear gas, water cannons on demonstrators - UPI.com

Police officers gesture to protesters taking part in a demonstration demanding Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren's resignation and a Central Bureau of Investigation probe into alleged paper leaks in recruitment examinations, in Ranchi, Jharkhand, India on Monday. Photo by Jesh Kumar/EPA Aug. 10»»»

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Gulf News 7h

Tehran says it is monitoring alleged US military movements in the region

Dubai: A senior Iranian academic has claimed that Tehran is monitoring preparations for a potential US-led military operation against Iran, warning that the country is ready to respond with force if attacked. Mohammad Marandi, professor of North American Studies and dean of the Faculty of World Stu»»»

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Qatar Tribune 7h

Trump demands Iran pay compensation for victims of past 50 years of conflicts

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump said he would seek compensation from Iran for victims of conflicts over the past 50 years, in response to Tehran's demands for compensation for damage suffered during the current conflict. In a Truth Social post, Trump said Iran was seeking compensation for dam»»»

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Daily News Egypt 7h

Egypt urges full Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon following Rome negotiations

Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty stressed the necessity of a full Israeli withdrawal from Lebanese territories and the complete implementation of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1701 during a telephone call with his Lebanese counterpart Youssef Raji on Monday. Discussing the late»»»

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Daily News Egypt 7h

Peace Council’s High Representative defends Gaza disarmament plan as US dismisses Netanyahu’s rejection

Peace Council High Representative Nikolay Mladenov stated that a 15-point plan to disarm the Gaza Strip is the “only way forward” and relies on verifiable steps rather than trust in the Hamas movement, following Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s rejection of the proposal. Mladenov’s remar»»»

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Daily News Egypt 7h

Trump demands compensation from Iran as Tehran vows Hormuz will remain closed as long as war continues

US President Donald Trump said on Monday he has instructed American representatives to firmly include compensation demands from Iran in any future negotiations, following claims by Iranian representatives for damages incurred during a five-month military conflict. Writing on Truth Social, Trump des»»»

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Daily News Egypt 7h

Al-Sisi orders third tax relief package, approves tax sukuk proposal to ease financing costs

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi has directed the government to prepare a third package of tax relief measures and approved a proposal to introduce tax sukuk aimed at reducing the state’s financing needs and lowering debt-servicing costs, according to the presidency. Al-Sisi reviewed Egypt’s»»»

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Daily News Egypt 7h

Safa Abdo joins Impact Team 2050 as international youth advisor to ROSATOM leadership

Safa Abdo, an Egyptian nuclear physicist, certified nuclear security specialist, and international youth and climate trainer, has recently joined Impact Team 2050, the International Youth Advisory Council to Alexey Likhachev, Director General of ROSATOM. Impact Team 2050 brings together 13 young le»»»

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Daily News Egypt 7h

Egyptian industry minister outlines updated 2030 strategy to boost exports and global integration

Egypt has updated its Industry Strategy 2030 by identifying five industrial groups, prioritising sectors aimed at increasing exports and integrating into global supply chains, Minister of Industry Khaled Hashem stated. The priority industries were determined based on scientific foundations, compreh»»»

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Arab News 7h

Syrian leader receives UN refugee chief in Damascus

DAMASCUS:President Ahmad Al-Sharaa received UN High Commissioner for Refugees Barham Salih and his accompanying delegation at the People’s Palace in Damascus on Monday, in the presence of Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Asaad Hassan Al-Shaibani. The meeting focused on ways to strengthen»»»

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Sana 7h

Finance Minister: Syria’s economy expected to grow 11.3% in 2026

Damascus, Aug. 10 (SANA) Finance Minister Mohamad Yisr Barnieh said Syria’s economy is expected to grow by 11.3% this year, with growth momentum projected to continue in the coming years, while production in several sectors is expected to return to pre-2011 levels by 2030. In an exclusive interview»»»

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Arab News 7h

Uganda’s Otunnu in race to become next UN secretary-general

KAMPALA: A Ugandan statesman is in the race to become the next secretary-general of the UN, the latest entrant in a contest that includes six others who want to succeed Antonio Guterres at the end of this year. Backed by Uganda, Olara Otunnu is traveling in New York “to meet delegations and engage »»»

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