UPI 5m

House extends deportation protection for Haitians in the United States - UPI.com

The House on Thursday passed a bill to extend temporary protected status for Haitians that currently live in the United States on a bipartisan vote, but the bill faces an uphill battle in the Senate and may be vetoed by the White House if it is sent the President Donald Trump's desk. File Photo by »»»

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Gulf News 21m

Police: Virginia ex-Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax kills his wife and then himself — he was once a rising star before scandal sank his career

In the days after Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam became engulfed in a scandal over a racist photo on his medical school yearbook in 2019, Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax looked poised to ascend to the post and become the state’s second Black governor. That never happened. Soon after, Fairfax dealt with his ow»»»

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Ya Libnan 1h

Iran war live: Lebanon truce begins at midnight as US blockades Iran for deal – Ya Libnan

Share: Smoke rises after an Israeli strike on Beirut’s southern suburbs, following an escalation between Hezbollah and Israel amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, Lebanon, March 10, 2026. REUTERS/Raghed Waked/File Photo Summary A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon has come into effect»»»

Naharnet 3h

Hezbollah reacts to ceasefire announcement

Hezbollah said in a statement that “any ceasefire must be comprehensive across all Lebanese territory and must not allow the Israeli enemy any freedom of movement.” Hezbollah added that “Israeli occupation on our land grants Lebanon and its people the right to resist it, and this matter will be det»»»

Naharnet 3h

EU chief welcomes Israel-Lebanon ceasefire as 'a relief'

European Commission president Ursula Von Der Leyen welcomed a 10-day ceasefire declared Thursday between Israel and Lebanon that was announced by U.S. President Donald Trump. "This is a relief, as this conflict has already claimed far too many lives," von der Leyen wrote on X, adding that it must l»»»

The Peninsula 3h

Arsenal ex-goalkeeper Manninger dies after car struck by train

Vienna: Former Arsenal goalkeeper Alexander Manninger, who played for Austria at Euro 2008, died on Thursday after his car was hit by a train, his former club Red Bull Salzburg said. The 48-year-old died when a train hit his car while crossing the tracks in the Salzburg region, the Austrian news ag»»»

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Naharnet 3h

Trump says Iran agrees to hand over enriched uranium, believes deal 'close'

U.S. President Donald Trump said Thursday that Iran has agreed to hand over its store of enriched uranium and that the two sides were "close" to a peace deal to end the war that has engulfed the Middle East. The United States had earlier threatened to resume airstrikes on the Islamic republic and m»»»

Gulf News 3h

UAE welcomes move to end hostilities between Lebanon and Israel

The UAE has welcomed the announcement by US President Donald Trump of a ceasefire agreement between Lebanon and Israel, commending the diplomatic efforts that led to the breakthrough. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed hope that the development would represent a positive step»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Trump says Iran to hand over uranium as ceasefire talks advance

Washington, United States: US President Donald Trump said Thursday that Iran has agreed to hand over its store of enriched uranium and that the two sides were "close" to a peace deal to end the war that has engulfed the Middle East. The United States had earlier threatened to resume airstrikes on t»»»

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Gulf News 4h

UAE has right to guarantees, compensation after Iranian aggression, says Gargash

Dr Anwar Mohammed Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President, said the UAE has the right to seek guarantees to prevent the repetition of cowardly Iranian attacks and to be compensated after the Iranian aggression against GCC countries. “The Iranian regime has attacked everyone in the Gulf, ev»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 4h

PM Demands Changes in Regulations to Address Shocking Disparities in Medicine Prices Hospitals Pay

Caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gurov Thursday expressed concern over what he described as systemic abuses within Bulgaria’s healthcare financing system, where hospitals exploit legal loopholes in order to maximize their profit and not to improve patient care, and demanded changes in the applicable»»»

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Naharnet 5h

What have Lebanon and Israel agreed to?

Lebanon and Israel have agreed to observe a 10-day ceasefire that begins at midnight Beirut time, the United States said. Below is the full text of the statement that was agreed to by the Government of Israel and Government of Lebanon, as published by the U.S. State Department: "Following productiv»»»

TAP 5h

Scattered rain Thursday night with local fog expected in Northwest

Tunis, April 16 (TAP) - Weather conditions Thursday night will be characterised by passing clouds, sometimes dense, over the northern coastal regions and the far Southeast, with scattered showers and local fog expected in the Northwest, according to...»»»

Bulgarian News Agency 5h

Cabinet Approves Draft of New Counter-Corruption Act

The Council of Ministers on Thursday approved a draft Act on Tackling Corruption of Public Office Holders, the Government Information Service said in a press release. The new bill has been drafted implementing the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (NRRP) and the recommendations of the European »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 5h

Treti Mart Top Candidate in Stara Zagora Yankova Presents Her Priorities for Region

Boyanka Yankova, top-of-the-list candidate of the Treti Mart [March 3] coalition in Stara Zagora, presented her priorities for the regional city here on Thursday, the coalition said in a press release. Yankova highlighted energy independence, a decent standard of living in rural areas, and a return»»»

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Naharnet 6h

Trump says Israel, Lebanon have agreed ceasefire, invites Aoun and Netanyahu to White House

U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Israel and Lebanon had agreed to a ceasefire Thursday, and said he was trying to set up the first-ever meeting between the leaders of the two countries. Following what he called "excellent" phone calls with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Leb»»»

France24 6h

Pope Leo blasts 'handful of tyrants' ravaging world during Cameroon visit

Pope Leo XIV condemned "a handful of tyrants" that were ravaging the world with war on Thursday, calling instead for the billions spent every year on weapons to go instead towards healthcare and education. The pontiff's strident comments came during a visit to Cameroon's separatist west, where thou»»»

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France24 6h

Antisemitism and apology for terrorism 'already illegal in France': Is Yadan Law 'really necessary?'

As France debates a controversial antisemitism bill, Oliver Farry welcomes Renaud Foucart, Economist, Senior Lecturer at Lancaster University, for a nuanced and critical examination of the so-called Yadan Bill. Speaking from both an economic and institutional perspective, he evokes three competing »»»

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Al Majalla 6h

Glimpses of Bush's Iraq debacle appear in Trump's foray into Iran

In a speech in Riyadh in May 2025, US President Donald Trump appeared to criticise his White House predecessors, including fellow Republican President George W. Bush, for invading Iraq in 2003, bringing down Saddam Hussein’s regime, and trying to rebuild the Iraqi state. Trump’s barb was at “so-cal»»»

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Ya Libnan 6h

Trump speaks with President Aoun, announces 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon – Ya Libnan

Share: President Trump announced that Israel and Lebanon agreed to a 10-day ceasefire, to begin on Thursday at 5pm ET. Why it matters: The U.S. has been pressing for a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon for several days, while working in parallel on a potential peace deal with Iran. “I just had e»»»

Kathimerini 6h

Former landfill in Evkarpia transformed into major forest park

A large peri-urban forest project in western Thessaloniki is set to open June 6, as work nears completion on a 3,000-stremma green space being developed on former landfill land in Evkarpia in the municipality of Pavlos Melas. So far, 100,000 trees and 220,000 shrubs have been planted at the site, w»»»

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France24 6h

From rekindled love story to ICE 'nightmare': France calls on US to release 86-year-old

The French government on Thursday said it was pushing for the release of an 86-year-old French citizen who has been detained by ICE since early April. Marie-Thérèse Ross, who is now widowed, moved to the US last year to marry her sweetheart from the 1950s.  French officials have said they»»»

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France24 6h

Turmoil at publisher owned by French billionaire Bolloré sparks exodus of top authors

More than 100 authors said they would leave France's Grasset publishing house on Thursday after the surprise departure of its long-time CEO, thought to be sparked by a disagreement with billionaire owner Vincent Bolloré. Critics accuse Bolloré of championing far-right views in his media e»»»

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RT 7h

US senators back Donald Trump’s arms sales to Israel

The US Senate has voted against two resolutions blocking American arms sales to Israel put forward by independent lawmaker Bernie Sanders. The resolutions received support from some 75% of Democrats during the votes on Wednesday, but still failed to pass as the Republicans almost unanimously reject»»»

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Al Awsat 8h

Mexican Baby Monkey Finds Comfort in Plush Companion

Yuji, a 6-week-old patas monkey in Mexico, wakes up every day clinging to a stuffed dog. More than a toy, this plush companion acts as a surrogate mom after the tiny primate was rejected by his own mother, Kamaria, a first-time parent unable to form a maternal bond. Weighing a mere 673 grams (1.4 p»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 8h

Voting Machines to Be Moved Friday Evening, Will Reach Polling Sites on Saturday

A voting machine was demonstrated to journalists here on Thursday at the warehouse where the devices are kept. On Friday evening, the voting machines will be transported to municipalities countrywide and are expected to reach the voting sections on Saturday, Central Election Commission (CEC) Deputy»»»

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EU Observer 8h

Magyar begins dismantling Orbán’s legacy (four days after the election)

Our weekly series on Hungarian politics continues so we can report on developments after these historic elections and on events around the formation of the Tisza government. This week we cover the following topics: We may know the final election result on Saturday (18 April). Tisza’s victory has re»»»

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Tanjug 8h

Macinka: Czechia recognised so-called Kosovo under pressure

PRAGUE - Czech FM Petr Macinka said on Thursday the issue of Serbia's autonomous province of Kosovo-Metohija should be resolved through compromise and added that it was, above all, a Serbian and regional issue, rather than an international one, noting that Czechia should have acted more cautiously »»»

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UPI 9h

Pentagon says 13 ships turned away from Strait of Hormuz blockade - UPI.com

1 of 2 | Gen. Dan Caine told the press Thursday that 13 ships have turned away from the U.S. blockade on the Strait of Hormuz since in began on Monday. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo April 16 (UPI) -- Gen. Dan Caine told the press Thursday that 13 ships have turned away from the U.S. bloc»»»

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The Peninsula 9h

Meghan Markle claims to be 'most trolled person' in world

Sydney: Prince Harry's wife Meghan Markle claimed Thursday she has been "bullied and attacked" on social media every day for a decade and was "the most trolled person in the entire world". The 44-year-old former American actress made the comments during the couple's four-day tour of Australia, as t»»»

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The Peninsula 9h

Finland proposes 'civic knowledge' test for citizenship

Helsinki: The Finnish government on Thursday proposed that a test covering knowledge of Finnish society would be required for gaining citizenship, as the country continues to tighten its immigration policy. The proposed citizenship test -- to be completed in either of Finland's two main official la»»»

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Al Awsat 9h

Syria Says Has Taken Control of All Bases Previously Operated by US Forces

Syria on Thursday said it had taken control of all military bases previously hosting US forces, who had long been in the country leading an international coalition against the ISIS group. The foreign ministry in a statement said it "welcomes the completed handover of military sites where United Sta»»»

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The Peninsula 9h

Bayern fans apologise after photographers injured at Real game

Munich, Germany: Bayern Munich supporters have apologised after several photographers were injured when fans stormed over barriers at the end of Wednesday's home Champions League quarter-final against Real Madrid. With scores level in the tie, Bayern's Luis Diaz and Michael Olise both scored late i»»»

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Gulf News 9h

SpiceJet aircraft collides with Akasa plane in Delhi

DUBAI: A mid-afternoon taxiing manoeuvre at one of India’s busiest airports took a sudden turn on Thursday when a SpiceJet aircraft collided with a stationary Akasa Air plane at Delhi airport, triggering an aviation safety probe even as all passengers and crew escaped unharmed. The incident occurre»»»

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Gulf News 9h

New Dubai law: Parents liable for kids’ scooter misuse

Dubai: Parents in Dubai could soon be held legally responsible for their children’s unsafe use of electric scooters, under a new draft law aimed at curbing rising safety risks on the roads. The proposed legislation—prepared by Dubai Police in coordination with key partners including the Roads and T»»»

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UPI 10h

South African politician Julius Malema sentenced to 5 years - UPI.com

President of the Economic Freedom Fighters Julius Malema greets the crowd at the party's final election rally in 2024. Malema was sentenced Wednesday to five years in prison for firing a gun into the air at a rally. He is appealing. File Photo by Stringer/EPA April 16 (UPI) -- South African politic»»»

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UPI 10h

Keir Starmer tells social media firms he is considering a child ban - UPI.com

Europe, Middle East and Africa President of Snap, Ronan Harris (L), and Wifredo Fernandez, director of global government affairs at X, leave No. 10 Downing Street in London on Thursday morning after meeting Prime Minister Keir Starmer to discuss ways to protect children safe when they are on social»»»

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Sana 10h

Syria welcomes complete handover of U.S.-held military sites

Damascus, April 16 (SANA) Syria’s Foreign Ministry welcomed the transfer of military sites previously operated by U.S. forces to the Syrian government, saying the move marks a step toward restoring state control over all territory. In a statement on Thursday, the ministry said the handover reflects»»»

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Al Awsat 10h

Lula Says Trump Has 'No Right' to Threaten Countries

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva criticized US President Donald Trump, saying the US leader has "no right" to threaten other nations, in an interview published in Spain on Thursday. Lula's comments come after Trump this month warned that a "whole civilization will die" in Iran if the c»»»

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Naharnet 10h

Pakistani army chief in Iran to discuss new round of US talks

The influential chief of Pakistan's armed forces visited Iran to meet the head of Tehran's negotiators on Thursday, as Washington considers agreeing to another round of peace talks in Islamabad. Iranian state television showed Field Marshal Asim Munir meeting Iran's speaker of parliament, Mohammad »»»

Business-review 10h

Vastint Romania secures first tenant for Timpuri Noi Square Phase 2

SCOR, a leading global reinsurer headquartered in Paris, offers its clients a diversified and innovative range of reinsurance and insurance solutions and services to control and manage risk. In 2025, the Group generated premiums of EUR 18.7 billionand serves clients in more than 150 countries throu»»»

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RT 10h

EU spied on Hungary’s Viktor Orban for years – former Slovak minister

The EU spy campaign that helped bring down Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban is a lesson to anyone who defies Brussels, former Slovak Interior Minister Vladimir Palko has warned. “What they did to Orban yesterday, they can do to you tomorrow,” he told the outlet ‘Marker’ on Monday. Orban’s Fide»»»

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Business-review 10h

Dana Nae Popa (pastel): Clients are looking for clarity, perspective and ideas that can make a real difference

In our recently launched series of interviews dedicated to the MarComm industry, BR sat down with Dana Nae Popa, Owner & Managing Director pastel and President Asociatia pastel and talked about the agency celebrating 20 years, top moments during this time, clients and what they are looking for, tre»»»

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Gulf News 11h

Pope blasts ‘tyrants’ ravaging the Earth during his visit to Cameroon

Bamenda: Pope Leo XIV blasted the “handful of tyrants” who are ravaging Earth with war and exploitation, as he preached a message of peace Thursday in the epicentre of a separatist conflict considered one of the world’s most neglected crises. Leo travelled to the western Cameroon city of Bamenda, w»»»

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Business-review 11h

Roxana Memetea (DDB): In a world where everyone can produce quickly, the role of the idea is more important than ever

In a new series of interviews launched today, BR set down with Roxana Memetea, Managing Director DDB, and talked about her wishes for 2026, both for the agency and the advertising industry, clients and what they are looking for, trends and many more. By Romanita Oprea How did you start the year / W»»»

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Tanjug 11h

Contract on Austria's participation in EXPO 2027 signed in Belgrade

BELGRADE - Serbia's EXPO 2027 Commissioner Jagoda Lazarevic, who is also minister of internal and external trade, EXPO 2027 Director Danilo Jerinic and Austria's EXPO 2027 Commissioner Philipp Gady signed on Thursday in Belgrade a contract on Austria's participation in the specialised expo. The con»»»

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UPI 11h

Watch: Falling ice chunk crashes through roof, lands on living room couch - UPI.com

April 15 (UPI) -- A Los Angeles County supervisor is calling for a Federal Aviation Administration investigation after a chunk of ice crashed through the roof of a house. Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn shared photos on social media showing the dirt-covered ice chunk that crashed through »»»

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UPI 11h

101-year-old New Zealand man named world's oldest croquet player - UPI.com

Neville Sandiford earned the Guinness World Record for the oldest competitive croquet player (male) when he participated in an August 2025 tournament at the age of 101 years and 262 days old. Photo courtesy of Guinness World Records April 15 (UPI) -- A New Zealand man who took up the game of croque»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 11h

Justice Ministry Proposes Legal Safeguards against Abusive Lawsuits Targeting Public Participation

The Justice Ministry announced Thursday that it has introduced a set of proposed amendments to the Civil Procedure Code aimed at strengthening protections against abusive lawsuits, commonly known as SLAPP cases (from "Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation"). These cases are typically used»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 12h

Not Voting Does Not Fix Democracy's Problems - Anti-Corruption Bloc Top-of-the-List Candidate in Vratsa

Democracy in Bulgaria is facing a crisis, driven by a disconnect between citizens and those in power. But choosing not to vote will not fix the problems of democracy, Filip Pavlov, top-of-the-list candidate of the Anti-Corruption Bloc Coalition in Vratsa, said during a meeting with local residents,»»»

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