Gulf News 48m

UAE weather: Light rain, clouds and rough seas forecast 

Dubai: The UAE is expected to see fair to partly cloudy weather today at times over some northern and eastern areas with a probability of light rainfall, and an increase in temperatures, according to the National Centre of Meteorology. A spell of unsettled weather will continue from today through t»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Thousands of Venezuelans march to demand Maduro's release

Thousands of backers of Venezuela's former leader Nicolas Maduro, who was ousted in a deadly US military operation, marched in Caracas on Tuesday to demand his freedom. "Venezuela needs Nicolas," chanted the crowd, a month to the day since he was spectacularly toppled and whisked away to stand tria»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Talks still on course even as US jet downs Iran drone: White House

Renewed tensions on the high seas overshadowed plans for nuclear talks as a US fighter jet shot down an Iranian drone that approached an American aircraft carrier in the Middle East on Tuesday White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt told Fox News that US envoy Steve Witkoff is still expected "to h»»»

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Kuna 3h

Palestinian youth shot dead by Israeli occupation forces in W. Bank

RAMALLAH, Feb 3 (KUNA) -- The Israeli occupation forces stormed the West Bank city of Areeha (Jericho) on Tuesday and opened fire at the Palestinian residents.A Palestinian youth, identified as Saeed Al-Sheikh, 24, was shot fatally shot in the chest and three others were wounded by the military pat»»»

BBC 3h

After months of mutual insults, Trump hails White House talks with 'terrific' Petro

After months of tit-for-tat barbs, a highly anticipated meeting between US President Donald Trump and his Colombian counterpart, Gustavo Petro, has ended cordially. According to Petro, the two men discussed the possibility of exporting Venezuelan gas through Colombia as well as shared interests in »»»

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Libya Herald 3h

Saif al-Islam Qaddafi killed, 444 Combat Brigade denies connection – Attorney General opens investigation

Reports and social media photographs purport that Saif al-Islam Qaddafi, son of the former dictator Muamar Qaddafi, has been killed late on Tuesday. Despite social media appearance of photos, no hospital has reported receipt of his corpse. The Tripoli government has not confirmed or commented on th»»»

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BBC 4h

Fourteen migrants dead after collision with Greek coastguard boat

At least 14 migrants have died after a speedboat carrying them collided with a Hellenic Coast Guard vessel off the coast of the island of Chios late on Tuesday. Greek authorities said the speedboat was making dangerous manoeuvres and that a pursuit was under way at the time of the collision in the »»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

TASMU Accelerator signs partnership pact with PwC Middle East

Tribune News Network Doha TASMU Accelerator, an initiative of the TASMU Smart Qatar Programme under the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), announced the signing of a partnership agreement with PwC Middle East to join as Cohort Champion for the fourth cohort of the TASMU A»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

TASMU Accelerator and DHL Express sign agreement to support startups

Tribune News Network Doha TASMU Accelerator, an initiative of the TASMU Smart Qatar programme under the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), signed a partnership agreement with DHL Express Qatar at Web Summit Qatar 2026. The agreement was signed by Eman Al Kuwari, director »»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

GCO, Mittelstand boost Qatar-Germany ties in tech, digital economy

QNA Doha Director of the Government Communications Office (GCO) and Chairman of the Permanent Web Summit Organizing Committee, Sheikh Jassim bin Mansour bin Jabor Al Thani, met with members of the German delegation taking part in the third edition of the region’s fastest-growing technology event, a»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

QC ‘Classroom Reading Bag’ project to promote reading habit in students

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Charity (QC) has launched the ‘Classroom Reading Bag for Family Reading’ project as part of its commitment to supporting educational and cultural initiatives aimed at promoting reading habits, strengthening the relationship between school and family, and restoring th»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

Visit Qatar to organise inauguraledition of Sneaker Con in Doha

Tribune News Network Doha Visit Qatar has announced it will host the inaugural edition of Sneaker Con Qatar, bringing The Greatest Sneaker Show on Earth to Doha for the first time. The globally recognised convention will take place at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre (DECC) during the thre»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

A Ramadan story written in light at Hilton Salwa Beach Resort & Villas

Tribune News Network Doha As the new moon is sighted and nights grow quieter, Ramadan gently unfolds as a season of reflection, connection, and shared rituals. This year, Hilton Salwa Beach Resort & Villas invites guests to experience ‘Ramadan Under the Same Moon’, a soulful journey where distance »»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

Sanad-DOHA and DDD open new art exhibition

Tribune News Network Doha SANAD - DOHA, in collaboration with Doha Design District (DDD), opened the art exhibition ‘Between the Majlis and the Gallery’, marking two years since the founding of SANAD - DOHA and reaffirming the shared vision of both entities to position Doha as a vibrant hub for art»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

Qatar, Egypt sign pact on judicial assistance in criminal matters

QNA Cairo Qatar and Egypt have signed an agreement on mutual judicial assistance in criminal matters between the two governments, with the aim of providing judicial assistance and cooperation in criminal matters in accordance with national laws and public order. Attorney-General of Qatar HE Dr Issa»»»

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BBC 4h

Trial of Norway crown princess' son hears tearful account in rape trial

The trial of Marius Borg Høiby, son of Norway's crown princess, has heard the first account from a woman he is alleged to have raped at a party in 2018. The woman told the court in tears she had no recollection of what had happened, after an earlier sexual encounter that lasted a matter of seconds.»»»

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BBC 5h

Trump lawyers call BBC's Panorama defence 'untenable'

Donald Trump's lawyers have said in a new US court filing that aspects of the BBC's defence against his multi-billion dollar defamation lawsuit contain "untenable", "misplaced" and "unpersuasive" arguments. The US president is suing the BBC over how his 6 January 2021 speech was edited in a Panoram»»»

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Kathimerini 5h

At least 4 migrants dead in speedboat collision with Coast Guard vessel

A Coast Guard vessel collided with a speedboat carrying migrants Tuesday night off the island of Chios killing at least four, authorities say. Coast Guard officers told Kathimerini that the speedboat attempted to disembark an estimated 30-35 migrants at Myrsinidi Beach, close to the island’s capita»»»

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UPI 5h

Lemon says he wanted to turn himself in ahead of LA arrest - UPI.com

Independent journalist Don Lemon on Monday said he offered to turn himself in to federal authorities before being arrested on two charges stemming from a Jan. 18 protest inside a Minnesota church. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Feb. 3 (UPI) -- Former CNN anchor Don Lemon said he want»»»

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Sana 6h

Qadish, discusses with SIDA strengthening mutual cooperation

Damascus, Feb.3 (SANA) Director of the International Cooperation Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, Qutaiba Qadish, met Tuesday in Damascus with the Director General of the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDA), Jakob Granit. During the meeting, the»»»

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RT 6h

Kiev’s European backers preparing for talks with Putin – Macron

Ukraine’s European backers are preparing for possible talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, French President Emmanuel Macron said on Tuesday. The EU and UK cut off diplomatic communication with Moscow following the escalation of the Ukraine conflict in 2022. The Russian and French leaders la»»»

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Gulf News 6h

Latifa bint Mohammed honours 3 government projects with Future Fit Seal at WGS 2026

Dubai: Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, awarded the global edition of the Future Fit Seal to three outstanding international government projects, as part of an initiative that recognises international government projects that demon»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 6h

KGHM’s stock prices rise again by almost 9 percent

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Warsaw Business Journal 6h

Minimum wage in Poland is growing slowly in Poland

Poland’s minimum wage rose more moderately this year, slowing sharply compared with previous years, yet it remains among the highest in the European Union. In 2026, the statutory minimum wage stands at PLN 4,806 gross. Adjusted for purchasing power (PPS), it equals 1,545 PPS, placing Poland among e»»»

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UPI 6h

Chavismo reshuffles one month after Nicolás Maduro's capture - UPI.com

The head of the Capital District Government, Nahum Fernandez, who is the United Socialist Party of Venezuela’s secretary for street mobilization, speaks during a march outside the National Assembly in Caracas, Venezuela, in January. File Photo by Ronald Pena/EPA Feb. 3 (UPI) -- One month after the »»»

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BBC 6h

Who is in the Epstein files?

The list of some of the world's most rich and powerful people with ties to late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein has lengthened with the latest US government release of millions of new files from its investigation into the disgraced financier. The 30 January drop of new material - dubbed the Epstein fi»»»

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BBC 6h

Walmart becomes first retailer to hit $1tn market value

Walmart has become the first traditional retailer to hit a $1tn (730bn) market valuation, propelling it into a small group dominated by tech firms. The milestone reflects the US retail giant's booming e-commerce business and its success in drawing in price-conscious shoppers. Wall Street has also r»»»

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The Peninsula 6h

Visit Qatar to host the first edition of Sneaker Con in Doha

Doha, Qatar: Visit Qatar announced it will host the inaugural edition of Sneaker Con Qatar, bringing The Greatest Sneaker Show on Earth to Doha for the first time. According to a press release from Qatar Tourism on Tuesday, the globally recognised convention will take place at the Doha Exhibition a»»»

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BBC 6h

Gazans returning through Rafah crossing describe checks by Palestinian militia

Two Gazan women who passed through the newly reopened Rafah crossing with Egypt on Monday have told the BBC that a local Palestinian militia linked to Israel carried out checks at an Israeli military checkpoint inside the Gaza Strip. Lamia Rabia, who was travelling with her children, said they were»»»

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Gulf News 6h

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid meets with GCC Secretary General

Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, met with Jasem Al Budaiwi, Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), during the first day of the World Governments Summit 2026, which commenced today and runs f»»»

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Gulf News 6h

Mohammed bin Rashid meets with Prime Minister of Spain

Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, in the presence of Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Finance, met with Pedro Sánchez, Prim»»»

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Gulf News 6h

RAK Ruler awards Sheikh Saud International Prize for Materials Science to Nobel Laureate Omar Yaghi at IWAM 2026

Ras Al Khaimah: His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, presented the Sheikh Saud International Prize for Materials Science during the second day of the 17th International Workshop on Advanced Materials (IWAM), to Professor Omar Yaghi, joint »»»

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Gulf News 7h

Presidents of UAE and Ecuador discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation

Abu Dhabi: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Daniel Noboa, President of the Republic of Ecuador, held talks today to review bilateral relations and explore ways to strengthen ties, particularly in areas such as the economy, trade, renewable energy, investment, sustai»»»

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Gulf News 7h

UAE leaders condole with King of Jordan over passing of former prime minister

Abu Dhabi: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of condolences to King Abdullah II bin Al Hussein of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan over the passing of former prime minister Ahmad Obeidat. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, P»»»

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Gulf News 7h

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid meets with President of Estonia, reaffirms UAE’s commitment to expanding global partnerships

Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, met with Alar Karis, President of the Republic of Estonia, on the opening day of the World Governments Summit 2026. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First De»»»

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BBC 7h

'A nightmare of every parent': Tributes pour in for players killed in Canada crash

Tributes have poured in for three teenage junior ice hockey players who were killed in a vehicle crash in the Canadian province of Alberta. Officials said the three players, identified as 18-year-olds JJ Wright and Cameron Casorso, both from British Columbia, and 17-year-old Caden Fine, an American»»»

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Kuna 7h

From culture to cooperation, Japan and Kuwait celebrate shared journey

By Dhari Almelhem KUWAIT, Feb 3 (KUNA) -- The Embassy of Japan held the national day reception on Tuesday to celebrate the birthday of the Japanese Emperor, Naruhito.The reception welcomed over 300 people at the Regency Hotel, including Ambassador Aziz Al-Dihani, Acting Deputy Minister of Foreign A»»»

RT 7h

Germany dumping France for Italy – Telegraph

Germany is moving to deepen ties with Italy as tensions rise with France over EU trade policy, Emmanuel Macron’s looming exit, and relations with US President Donald Trump, The Telegraph reported on Monday, citing diplomats from the bloc. France and Germany have long been the “engine” of EU policym»»»

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The Peninsula 7h

Creative Explained in Doha: Armen Adamjan’s journey from onion hack to 25 million viewers

Doha, Qatar: During Covid, Danish filmmaker Armen Adamjan made a quick 50-second clip on regrowing green onion - scallions - from a to-be-thrown-out piece of root. That single clip garnered 200,000 views, which led to another one on bell pepper and so on. What started out as hacks to grow plants, t»»»

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Sana 7h

Syria, IMF discuss enhancing technical cooperation at World Governments Summit

DUBAI, Feb.3 (SANA) Finance Minister and Central Bank Governor discussed Tuesday with a senior International Monetary Fund official ways of expanding technical cooperation, including capacity building, public finance reforms and financial sector development. The talks, held on the sidelines of the »»»

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The Peninsula 8h

Meteorology Department issues safety advisory for motorists amid foggy conditions

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Meteorology Department (QMD) issued a set of safety guidelines for motorists as foggy conditions continue to affect visibility across several parts of the country. In an advisory shared on its official platforms, the Department urged drivers to exercise extreme caution while »»»

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Sputnik 8h

Witkoff and Kushner Head to Abu Dhabi for Trilateral Ukraine Talks - White House

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - US President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff and Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner, are going to hold trilateral talks on the Russia-Ukraine conflict in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said on Tuesday. "That's why Special Envoy »»»

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UPI 8h

Historic tourism slump deepens Cuba’s crisis - UPI.com

Tourists walk in front of classic cars in Havana, Cuba, in March 2024. Tourism has fallen off sharply, putting severe pressure on the country's economy. File Photo by Yander Zamora/EPA Feb. 3 (UPI) -- Cuba's tourism sector has fallen to historic lows at a time when the island most needs foreign cur»»»

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Gulf News 8h

'I wasn't convinced': The Sharjah driver who won a BMW on his third try

Dubai: A Bangladeshi driver who only participated in the Big Ticket draw three times has been named the winner of a luxury BMW X5 on Tuesday. Shahin Miah, a 32-year-old house driver based in Sharjah, secured the vehicle in the latest Dream Car Series draw. The expat, who moved to the UAE in 2008, a»»»

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Kuna 8h

Kuwait FM receives congratulatory call from Mauritania peer

KUWAIT, Feb 3 (KUNA) -- Kuwaiti Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah received a call from his Mauritanian counterpart Mohammad Salem Ould Bechir on Tuesday.During the phone conversation, the Mauritanian minister congratulated Sheikh Jarrah on having been named as Kuwait»»»

Gulf News 8h

US secret 'Compass Call' jets that hack enemy skies – EA-37B's electronic warfare nightmare revealed

As tensions simmer in the Middle East, a brand-new electronic attack aircraft now forms part of the US arsenal could that be called in at a moment's notice, say military experts. Much of the EA-37B power output, waveform details, and full system performance are classified. The EA-37B is a cutting-e»»»

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Kuna 8h

IICO offers Bayan Italian Institute 400,000 euros

KUWAIT, Feb 3 (KUNA) -- The International Islamic Charity Organization provided approximately 400,000 duros to support the qualification of students at Bayan Italian Islamic Institute, contributing to the sustainability of the educational process and benefiting around 380 students.This comes on the»»»

Gulf News 8h

Iran seeks last-minute changes to US talks, raising doubts over Friday meeting

Dubai: Iran has requested changes to the venue and format of planned negotiations with the United States just days before a high-stakes meeting scheduled for Friday, according to two sources with knowledge of the matter cited by Axios, raising uncertainty over whether the talks will proceed as plan»»»

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Daily News Egypt 8h

Egypt, Sweden sign health cooperation MoU to enhance medical services

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly on Tuesday witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Egypt and Sweden aimed at enhancing bilateral cooperation in the health and medical fields. The MoU was signed between Egypt’s Ministry of Health and Population and Sweden’s Ministry of H»»»

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