RT 16m

From war hero to war criminal: One man’s fate is breaking a country’s politics in half

Last week Ben Roberts-Smith, Australia’s most highly decorated war hero, was arrested by federal police and charged with having committed war crimes in Afghanistan between 2009 and 2012. Roberts-Smith has been charged with being complicit in the murder of five unarmed Afghan civilians – allegedly k»»»

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Gulf News 18m

Drone strike hits Iranian Kurds, one killed, 3 wounded: exiled group

A drone struck an Iranian Kurdish group on Tuesday, killing a woman in Iraq's northern Kurdistan region, a party official told AFP. It was the first such attack against Iranian Kurds in Iraqi Kurdistan since a fragile ceasefire in the US-Israeli war against Iran took effect in the region last week.»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Hezbollah rejects Israel-Lebanon ceasefire talks, US insists deal must be brokered by governments, not militias

The United States said any cease-fire between Israel and Lebanon must be negotiated by their governments, not armed groups, after Washington hosted “productive discussions” that opened the door to direct talks between the two sides, the State Department said. The talks are the highest-level engagem»»»

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UPI 1h

Mental Health Aviation Act advanced unanimously by Senate committee - UPI.com

Referring to aviators, Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Ill., said Tuesday during a Senate committee hearing in Washington that “For too long, many individuals who love to fly have struggled in silence, with untreated mental health conditions, for fear of losing their careers” File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI »»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

Pakistani community honours PIA’s Muhammad Waqas Malik at warm farewell reception

The Pakistani community in Qatar came together in a dignified and heartfelt farewell reception to honour Muhammad Waqas Malik, Country Manager of Pakistan International Airlines, as he concluded a successful tenure in Doha marked by operational growth and deep community engagement. Hosted at New Sh»»»

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UPI 1h

Evacuations underway as river flooding, dam failure threatens Wisconsin, Michigan - UPI.com

Flood alerts are in place on both sides of Lake Michigan as multiple rivers reach or approach flood stage. The Green Bay Fire Department is urging residents near the East River to prepare to evacuate. Rounds of thunderstorms producing heavy rain are swelling rivers across the Midwest, prompting war»»»

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BNE 1h

IMF raises Latin America growth forecast but warns of uneven impact from Middle East war

The International Monetary Fund raised its 2026 growth forecast for Latin America and the Caribbean by a tenth of a percentage point to 2.3% on April 14, while cautioning that the economic consequences of the war in the Middle East will weigh most heavily on the region's smaller economies. »»»

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BNE 1h

IMF raises Latin America growth forecast but warns of uneven impact from Middle East war

The International Monetary Fund raised its 2026 growth forecast for Latin America and the Caribbean by a tenth of a percentage point to 2.3% on April 14, while cautioning that the economic consequences of the war in the Middle East will weigh most heavily on the region's smaller economies. »»»

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BNE 1h

IMF raises Latin America growth forecast but warns of uneven impact from Middle East war

The International Monetary Fund raised its 2026 growth forecast for Latin America and the Caribbean by a tenth of a percentage point to 2.3% on April 14, while cautioning that the economic consequences of the war in the Middle East will weigh most heavily on the region's smaller economies. »»»

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BNE 1h

IMF raises Latin America growth forecast but warns of uneven impact from Middle East war

The International Monetary Fund raised its 2026 growth forecast for Latin America and the Caribbean by a tenth of a percentage point to 2.3% on April 14, while cautioning that the economic consequences of the war in the Middle East will weigh most heavily on the region's smaller economies. »»»

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BNE 1h

IMF raises Latin America growth forecast but warns of uneven impact from Middle East war

The International Monetary Fund raised its 2026 growth forecast for Latin America and the Caribbean by a tenth of a percentage point to 2.3% on April 14, while cautioning that the economic consequences of the war in the Middle East will weigh most heavily on the region's smaller economies. »»»

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BNE 1h

IMF raises Latin America growth forecast but warns of uneven impact from Middle East war

The International Monetary Fund raised its 2026 growth forecast for Latin America and the Caribbean by a tenth of a percentage point to 2.3% on April 14, while cautioning that the economic consequences of the war in the Middle East will weigh most heavily on the region's smaller economies. »»»

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BNE 1h

Dana Gas resumes operations at Iraq’s Khor Mor field as tensions calm

Dana Gas has resumed production at the Khor Mor gas facility in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq after weeks of intermittent operations, the company said on April 14. The UAE-listed energy producer said it had taken precaution»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

Technical graduates in Pakistan benefitfrom QC’s income‑generating projects

Tribune News Network Doha As part of its ongoing efforts to economically empower youth, and despite the exceptional circumstances facing the region, Qatar Charity (QC) has implemented the second phase of its income-generating initiative in Pakistan, in cooperation with the Technical Education and V»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

UDST hosts IWRE Forum to showcase researcheson intellectual wellness

Tribune News Network Doha The University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) hosted Intellectual Wellness and Research Excellence Forum (IWRE) as part of its strategic commitment to strengthening an integrated research culture and embedding holistic wellness across its academic environment. T»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

DDD Public Art Open Call to shape future of creative placemaking in Doha

Tribune News Network Doha Doha Design District (DDD), the creative hub at the heart of Msheireb Downtown Doha, has announced its Public Art Open Call, inviting artists, designers and creatives to submit proposals for innovative public artworks. The initiative positions public art as an integral par»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

MoPH integrates health facility building e-licensing procedures with MoM’s BPS

Tribune News Network Doha The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) has announced electronic integration of licensing procedures for health facility construction with the Ministry of Municipality’s (MoM) Building Permit System. Hanan Al Shamlan, acting director of the Health Facilities Department at the»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

Shura Council participates in IPU Assembly in Istanbul

Shura Council is participating with a delegation led by Speaker HE Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim in the 152nd General Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) and the 217th Governing Council meeting in Istanbul, Turkiye, starting on Wednesday for five days, under the theme ‘Nurturing hope, s»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

Qatar calls for regional solution to Strait of Hormuz crisis

Khaled Al Hameidi Doha Spokesperson for Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Adviser to the Prime Minister Dr Majed Al Ansari on Tuesday laid out Doha’s position on the escalating regional tensions, emphasising diplomacy, regional coordination, and the urgency of stabilising fragile ceasefire arrangemen»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Nine dead, 15 injured in blast at Vedanta plant in India

NEW DELHI: At least nine people were killed and ​15 injured following a blast ‌in a boiler unit of a power plant on Tuesday that was ​operated by India's Vedanta ​in the central Indian state of ⁠Chhattisgarh, local police said. The ​blast was likely caused by overheating in ‌the ⁠boiler tube, said »»»

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France24 2h

Israel, Lebanon united in liberating Lebanon from Hezbollah, Israeli ambassador to US says

⁠The ​Lebanese government made ​it clear during U.S.-brokered talks ​with ‌Israel ⁠that ‌they no longer want to ⁠be "occupied" by Hezbollah and ​that ‌there were conversations about long-term ‌vision for ​clearly delineated border, Israel's ambassador to the ​United States ​Yechiel ​Leiter told rep»»»

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RT 2h

US has ‘accomplished’ Iran goals, could ‘wind down’ military operation – Vance

The US has achieved its objectives in Iran, Vice President J.D. Vance has claimed, adding Washington could begin winding down its military operation against the Islamic Republic. In a Fox News interview on Monday, after US negotiators left talks in Pakistan without securing an agreement to end the »»»

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RT 3h

Netanyahu did not profit a thing from Iran war – ex‑Israeli president

The US‑Israeli war on Iran and the recently announced ceasefire have exposed a fundamental clash of political interests between US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, according to former acting Israeli President Avraham Burg. In an exclusive interview with Afshin R»»»

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Ya Libnan 3h

Israel and Lebanon hold first direct talks since 1993 despite Hezbollah’s opposition – Ya Libnan

Share: (From left-right) Counselor of US State Department Michael Needham, US Ambassador to the United Nations Michael Waltz, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, US Ambassador to Lebanon Michel Issa, Lebanese Ambassador to the US Nada Hamadeh Moawad and Israeli Ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter po»»»

Sana 3h

IMF: Middle East war slows growth and drives inflation higher

Washington, April 14 (SANA) – The International Monetary Fund (IMF) warned Tuesday that the war in the Middle East has upended economic forecasts, slowing growth and pushing inflation higher amid disruptions to energy supplies and global trade. In its latest World Economic Outlook report, the IMF s»»»

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Kathimerini 3h

Athlete among suspects held over young woman’s death in Kefalonia

A youth weightlifting champion is among three men arrested in connection with the death of a 19-year-old on the island of Kefalonia, authorities said. The suspects – a 26-year-old local, a 22-year-old Albanian national, and a 23-year-old – allegedly used drugs with the young woman in a rented hotel»»»

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UPI 3h

Ex-Trump adviser Olivia Troye launches congressional campaign as Democrat - UPI.com

Olivia Troye, a former Trump administration national security official, speaks at the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center in Chicago. Troye has launched a campaign for Congress in Virginia. File Photo by Tannen Maury/UPI | License Photo April 14 (UPI) -- Saying, "Trump doesn't »»»

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UPI 3h

Omaha police: Woman killed by officer amid Walmart abduction attempt - UPI.com

A woman in Omaha, Nebraska, was shot and killed by police after she slashed the face of a 3-year-old child in a Walmart Tuesday. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo April 14 (UPI) -- Police shot and killed a woman at an Omaha Walmart after she allegedly slashed a 3-year-old with a knife i»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Sharjah announces in-person attendance for teachers, admin staff in private schools, nurseries

Sharjah: Administrative and teaching staff in private schools and nurseries in Sharjah will commence in-person attendance from Wednesday, April 15, the Sharjah Private Education Authority announced on Tuesday night. This is pursuant to the decision of the Education, Human Development and Community »»»

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Gulf News 4h

Dubai ruler’s surprise visit brings cheers at Kite Beach

Dubai: Beachgoers at Kite Beach did not expect that their day by the sea would turn into a moment of excitement, as His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, appeared along the shoreline, drawing cheers from families and chi»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 4h

Employers will be able to check insurance certificates with ZUS online

Employers in Poland can now verify the authenticity of employment record certificates issued by the Zakład Ubezpieczeń Społecznych (ZUS) through a new online service. The tool allows quick validation of documents used to calculate work seniority. This follows labor law changes effective from Januar»»»

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UPI 4h

Venezuela reinstates Maduro ally despite $15M U.S. reward - UPI.com

Then Venezuelan Defense Minister Vladimir Padrino Lopez speaks during a commemoration of the 34th anniversary of the failed 1992 coup attempt, also known as 'Day of National Dignity,' in Caracas, Venezuela, in February. He is now an agriculture official, but wanted by the United States. File Photo »»»

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Naharnet 4h

Israeli envoy says 'on the same side' with Lebanon after talks in US

Direct talks between Israel and Lebanon concluded in Washington on Tuesday, with Israel's envoy hailing a "wonderful exchange" and saying the two countries are "on the same side" in opposing Hezbollah. "We enjoyed it together. We had a wonderful exchange of over two hours," Israeli Ambassador Yechi»»»

TAP 4h

ARP: Bill on regularisation of foreign exchange violations referred back to committee

Tunis, April 14 (TAP) - Members of the Assembly of People’s Representatives (ARP) adopted, with 54 votes in favour, 3 against, and 2 abstentions, the referral of draft bill No. 58/2025 on the regularisation of foreign exchange violations to the...»»»

Gulf News 4h

Dubai ruler’s surprise visit brings cheers at Kite Beach

Dubai: Beachgoers at Kite Beach did not expect that their day by the sea would turn into a moment of excitement, as His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, appeared along the shoreline, drawing cheers from families and chi»»»

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Jordan Times 4h

JPMorgan Chase reports higher profits, sees risks for US economy

NEW YORK — JPMorgan Chase reported higher first-quarter profits Tuesday behind gains in leading consumer and investment bank categories, as CEO Jamie Dimon characterized the US economy as resilient but facing risks.Profits came in at $16.5 billion, up 13 per cent from the year-ago level, while reve»»»

DW 4h

Lufthansa pilots to strike again for 2 more days

BusinessGermanyLufthansa pilots to strike again for 2 more daysMark HallamPilots at Germany's Lufthansa airline will strike again on Thursday and Friday, the Vereinigung Cockpit trade union said. https://p.dw.com/p/5CAqdHundreds of flights were canceled on Monday, with the major hubs of Frankfurt a»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Mixed signals in Strait of Hormuz as ships pass, turn back

Paris, France: At least three ships sailing from Iranian ports crossed the Hormuz Strait despite a US military blockade, but some vessels taking the route later turned back, maritime tracking data indicated Tuesday. They were among at least seven Iran-linked vessels that passed through the strait a»»»

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UPI 5h

Federal Reserve chairman nominee Kevin Warsh has millions in assets, filings show - UPI.com

1 of 3 | Kevin Warsh speaks during a press conference in 2014. Warsh, a nominee for chairman of the Federal Reserve, has more than $100 million in assets, recent filings show. File Photo by Will Oliver/EPA April 14 (UPI) -- Kevin Warsh, the presidential pick for the next Federal Reserve chairman, h»»»

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The Peninsula 5h

Salah dropped, Isak starts for Liverpool in comeback attempt against PSG

Liverpool: Mohamed Salah was left on the bench by Arne Slot for what could be the Egyptian's final Champions League game at Liverpool as Alexander Isak started for the first time since December against Paris Saint-Germain. The English champions trail 2-0 from the first leg of the quarter-final tie »»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 5h

Murapol had PLN 235.84 mln in net profit in ‘25

Murapol reported PLN 235.8 million in consolidated net profit for 2025, slightly down from PLN 242 million a year earlier. Operating profit rose to PLN 298.3 million, while revenue declined to PLN 1.26 billion from PLN 1.33 billion. The company delivered over 2,600 apartments and sold more than 3,1»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 5h

Visa leases 17,300 sq m of office space in Ghelamco skyscraper

Visa has selected the The Bridge in Warsaw as the location for its new global Technology and Product Hub, leasing 17,300 sqm of office space. This is the largest office transaction in Poland in 2026 and completes the commercialization of the tower developed by Ghelamco. The Bridge offers 54,000 sqm»»»

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TAP 5h

ARP Speaker meets Algerian parliamentary delegation

Tunis, April 14 (TAP) - Speaker of the Assembly of People’s Representatives (ARP), Brahim Bouderbala, met on Tuesday at the Bardo Palace a parliamentary delegation from the Algerian People’s National Assembly and the Council of the Nation, including...»»»

UPI 5h

Brian Hooker says he will continue looking for missing wife in Bahamas - UPI.com

April 14 (UPI) -- Brian Hooker, an American man released from police custody this week in the Bahamas after his wife went missing, said he won't stop looking for her. Brian Hooker, 58, said his wife Lynette Hooker, 55, fell overboard from the dinghy they were in on April 5, while holding the boat's»»»

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Jordan Times 5h

Jordan’s economy shows resilience as markets surge, investment tools expand

AMMAN — Chairperson of the Jordan Securities Commission (JSC), Emad Abu Haltam, on Tuesday affirmed that Jordan’s capital market serves as a "primary" pillar of the national economy, acting as a "vital" funding channel for companies and a diverse investment field for those seeking a balance of safe»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 5h

Treti Mart Coalition Top-of-the-List Candidate in Stara Zagora Visits Three Villages

Boyanka Yankova, the top-of-the-list candidate of the Treti Mart (March 3) coalition in Stara Zagora 27th Constituency, visited the local villages of Mogila, Dalboki and Zmeyovo, the coalition said on Tuesday, adding that each of them has a unique spirit and livelihood that must be preserved. In Mo»»»

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Gulf News 5h

UAE passport ranks world’s second strongest, with visa-free access to 187 destinations

Abu Dhabi: The passport of the UAE has climbed eight places to rank second globally and first in the Middle East in the 2026 list of the world’s most powerful passports, published by Henley & Partners. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.Holders of th»»»

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TAP 5h

Secretary of State to FM receives UKs Ambassador to Tunisia

Tunis, April 14 (TAP) - Secretary of State to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Immigration and Tunisians Abroad, Mohamed Ben Ayad, received on Tuesday the United Kingdom's Ambassador to Tunisia, Roderick Drummond. The meeting helped exchange views...»»»

BNE 5h

Istanbul-listed Aksa Enerji obtains $300mn 6-year loan from Africa Finance Corporation

Aksa Enerji (AKSEN) has obtained a $300mn six-year loan from Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) to finance its power plant investments on the African continent, AKSEN said on April 14. In 2025, the company obtained a $1»»»

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BNE 5h

Istanbul-listed Aksa Enerji obtains $300mn 6-year loan from Africa Finance Corporation

Aksa Enerji (AKSEN) has obtained a $300mn six-year loan from Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) to finance its power plant investments on the African continent, AKSEN said on April 14. In 2025, the company obtained a $1»»»

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