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N. Zealand moves to ban social media for under-16s

New Zealand's government introduced legislation on Monday to ban under 16s from using social media, joining a number of countries seeking to keep youngsters off sites such as Instagram and TikTok. Australia implemented world-first legislation banning children from social media in December, with the»»»

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24 News Agency 1h

US court lifts immigrant visa ban for citizens of Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG

A U.S. court has overturned a ban on issuing immigrant visas to citizens of 75 countries, including Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan, Reuters reported. The judge ruled that U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio exceeded his authority by suspending visa issuance based on applicants’ nationality. »»»

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Arab News 1h

Zelensky details rift with Ukraine’s dismissed Defense Minister Fedorov

KYIV, Ukraine: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that he believes actions taken by dismissed Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, including his involvement in mass protests and calls for an election, were misguided, as he publicly detailed their dispute for the first time. Zelensky also all»»»

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Arab News 1h

Father of sailor aboard USS Abraham Lincoln taken into US immigration detention

WASHINGTON: The immigrant ‌father of a US sailor on board the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier, which was deployed in the Middle East during the Iran war, was taken into federal immigration detention, the sailor said in a Facebook post. US Border Patrol arrested Luis Manuel Aviles Roa, original»»»

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Arab News 2h

Ukraine backers gather as war escalates, air defense runs low

KYIV, Ukraine: Ukraine on Monday hosts a meeting of its key European backers to press for critical air-defense supplies and more pressure on Moscow, with Russian attacks killing more civilians than at any time since the first months of the invasion. The meeting of the Coalition of the Willing will »»»

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Arab News 2h

Trump admin predicts US trade war ‘devastating’ for Canada

WASHINGTON, United States: The Trump administration on Sunday warned that Canada would be “foolish” to think it could win a trade war with the United States, predicting a “devastating” impact on its northern neighbor. Negotiations between Washington and Ottawa broke down late Friday, putting into f»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Tehran’s Hormuz threats expose regime panic amid rial collapse, fuel smuggling and fears of uprising

Amid the economic war announced by the Trump administration on Iran, Mojtaba Khamenei's senior aide Mohsen Rezaie has renewed threats against all Gulf oil exporters even as a former official has admitted Tehran is bracing for "internal unrest" and a potential uprising "in the coming weeks" fuelled »»»

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Gulf News 3h

Your child’s heavy schoolbag could hurt their spine: UAE doctors reveal the 10% rule — trolleys vs backpacks

In Grade 3, we would be rather wide-eyed when our classmate told us he was carrying a heavy bag. We were impressed: he was the class's genius, the one getting 10/10 in mental math and collecting all the gold stars. We didn't quite question why he was taking all of his books home when, frankly, he c»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Iran war’s new defence lesson: From India to US, race to build $5,000 drone killers

Dubai: The Iran war has exposed one of the most punishing equations in modern warfare: How long can a country afford to use sophisticated, multimillion-dollar missiles to shoot down relatively cheap attack drones? The answer is beginning to reshape the defence industry. A new generation of intercep»»»

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Arab News 4h

Oil falls ahead of US announcement on new Iran sanctions

SINGAPORE: Oil prices slipped more than $1 a barrel on Monday as investors took profits ahead of an expected announcement from Washington about imposing more sanctions on Iran that may further disrupt supplies from the Middle East. Brent crude futures fell $1.22, or 1.29 percent, to $93.17 by 0035 »»»

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Gulf News 5h

Canadian PM Carney on US tariffs: 'We’re going to hit back'

TORONTO: Mark Carney drew international attention as Canada’s prime minister by warning that middle powers must resist economic coercion by more powerful countries. Now President Donald Trump is putting that warning to the test with sweeping new tariffs that could show how much economic pain Canada»»»

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Gulf News 5h

Iran currency plunges to record low as US$ breaks 2 million rials on open market

The Iranian rial plunged to a new open-market low on Sunday, with the US dollar surpassing 2 million rials on the open market as the country braces for additional American sanctions and diplomatic efforts with Washington remain stalled. The US greenback traded above 200,000 tomans in Tehran’s free »»»

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Gulf News 5h

Netanyahu warns Hamas over Gaza drones, kites, balloons as group accuses Israel of escalation

Tel Aviv: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned Hamas that Israel would intensify targeted strikes against those responsible for launching drones, balloons and kites from the Gaza Strip if the launches do not cease immediately, as Hamas accused Israel of using children's kites as a prete»»»

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Gulf News 6h

He was waiting for his son to return from the USS Lincoln: Then Border Patrol arrested him

When Luis Manuel Aviles was arrested by immigration authorities, his son was entering his ninth month on the USS Abraham Lincoln with the Navy — a vessel that set a US military record for uninterrupted time at sea, stirring concerns about supply shortages and deteriorating mental health among soldi»»»

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Gulf News 6h

US envoy clarifies Golan comments that contradicted Trump

BEIRUT: The US special envoy to Syria and ambassador to Turkey on Sunday walked back his comments from two days ago that Israel "still” occupies the Golan Heights in violation of UN resolutions, remarks that went against US President Donald Trump 's position on the disputed territory. Israel captur»»»

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Gulf News 7h

Trump takes centre stage at Washington's IndyCar debut

US President Donald Trump rode a ceremonial lap in his armored limousine and waved the green flag to start Sunday's IndyCar race through the streets of Washington, capping celebrations of America's 250th birthday. Trump, who created the Freedom 250 Grand Prix by executive order for the United State»»»

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Gulf News 7h

Israel's deadly Gaza strikes cast doubt on ceasefire progress days after Kushner visit

Deadly airstrikes in Gaza on Wednesday cast more doubt on whether new US efforts can advance a tenuous ceasefire in the Palestinian territory. Just two days after US negotiators reportedly asked Israel to draw down attacks in the Gaza Strip, at least 10 people were killed Wednesday in two strikes, »»»

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Arab News 7h

Zelensky rejects rival’s call for vote, says would ‘split’ Ukraine

KYIV, Ukraine: President Volodymyr Zelensky said in remarks made public Sunday that it would be too dangerous for Ukraine to hold an election while fighting Russia, after a call by his former defense minister to organize a vote. As he fended off the political pressure, Zelensky announced a new dron»»»

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UPI 8h

Kyle Kirkwood wins Freedom 250 Grand Prix in Washington, DC - UPI.com

1 of 4 | Kyle Kirkwood takes the checkered flag to win the Freedom 250 Grand Prix IndyCar Series race on the National Mall in Washington, DC on Sunday. Photo by David Tulis/UPI | License Photo Aug. 23 (UPI) -- Kyle Kirwood won the Freedom 250 Grand Prix on Sunday after he led for most of the race i»»»

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Arab News 8h

A US envoy clarifies his comments on Golan Heights that contradicted Trump’s position

BEIRUT: The US special envoy to Syria and ambassador to Turkiye on Sunday walked back his comments from two days ago that Israel “still” occupies the Golan Heights in violation of UN resolutions, remarks that went against US President Donald Trump ‘s position on the disputed territory. Israel captu»»»

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UPI 9h

Hakeem Jeffries, Trump-son-in-law Jared Kushner met privately recently - UPI.com

House Democratic Leader Jeffries, D-NY, speaks during a press conference in Washington, DC on Feb. 4. Jeffries reportedly met with Jared Kushner, U.S. President Donald Trump's son-in-law and adviser. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Aug. 23 (UPI) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffr»»»

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Daily News Egypt 10h

Iranian president defends US pact to save economy as mutual threats loom

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has defended a new memorandum of understanding with the United States as the “best way” for the country to overcome a state of “no war, no peace,” citing the urgent need to stabilise an economy battered by sanctions and conflict. In a speech published by the offi»»»

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RT 10h

D-Day for Iran, Meta on trial, Russia takes on the UK: RT stories that shaped the week

Escalation was the name of the game this week, as the full extent of British involvement in Ukraine’s long-range strikes on Russia was revealed, and as US President Donald Trump laid claim to the Strait of Hormuz and shifted to a policy of subjecting Iran to long-term economic strangulation. Trump »»»

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RT 11h

Quran-burning activist arrested after Minneapolis clashes

US far-right influencer Jake Lang, known for his Quran-burning stunts, has been arrested on suspicion of rioting after clashes with counterprotesters outside Minneapolis City Hall. Lang spent four years in prison over the riot at the US Capitol on January 6, 2021, before being pardoned by US Presid»»»

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Al Majalla 11h

Is an Israel-Syria pincer attack on Hezbollah in the works?

There was understandable intrigue raised by US President Donald Trump’s suggestion that the Syrian army may be best placed to disarm Hezbollah in Lebanon. Historians of the Middle East were quick to recall events half a century ago, when thousands of Syrian soldiers and scores of Syrian tanks cross»»»

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UPI 11h

Trump says Canada wants 'benefits of being' a U.S. state in trade war - UPI.com

U.S. President Donald Trump (R) meets with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney (L) on Oct. 7, 2025. Trump on Sunday said Canada wants the "benefits of being a state, without being one." File Photo by Shawn Thew/UPI | License Photo Aug. 23 (UPI) -- U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday accused Canad»»»

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Al Manar 12h

National Security Committee in the Iranian Parliament approves Article 3 of the draft “Strategic Measure to Ensure the Security of the Strait of Hormuz” - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe National Security Committee in the Iranian Parliament approves Article 3 of the draft “Strategic Measure to Ensure the Security of the Stra»»»

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Israeli Mossad director and Syrian foreign minister meet to “de-escalate tensions”: Axios - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli Mossad director and Syrian foreign minister meet to “de-escalate tensions”: Axios 23-08-2026 18:45 PM Latest News Urgent News Israe»»»

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Bettors on Resistance Defeat Criticize Barrack’s Remarks about Hezbollah Engagement in Negotiations to End Ongoing Israeli War - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Bettors on Resistance Defeat Criticize Barrack’s Remarks about Hezbollah Engagement in Negotiations to End Ongoing Israeli War 23-08-2026 1»»»

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Jordan Times 14h

Canada retaliates as trade war with US escalates

OTTAWA — Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced retaliatory tariffs on the United States on Saturday, after walking away from a "bad deal" on trade in a deepening rift between the long-time allies.Negotiations between the neighbouring countries broke down Friday in Washington, putting into f»»»

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France24 14h

Wartime elections would 'destroy' Ukraine, says Zelensky

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky said in remarks made public Sunday that wartime elections would be a "tsunami" that would "destroy the country".  Kyiv has been engulfed in a political crisis over the summer, triggered when Zelensky fired popular defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov, who da»»»

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UPI 14h

Zelenskyy rejects call for elections, says it would 'destroy' Ukraine - UPI.com

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Saturday rejected calls for wartime elections, saying the move would "destroy the country." Photo by Andrej Cukic/EPA Aug. 23 (UPI) -- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Saturday rejected calls for wartime elections, saying the move would "destroy »»»

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RT 15h

Trump rants at Tucker Carlson and other MAGA defectors

US President Donald Trump has broken into a scornful tirade against conservative journalist and podcaster Tucker Carlson, as well as his other allies-turned-critics, including former Congress members Marjorie Taylor Greene and Thomas Massie. In a Truth Social post on Friday, he branded the trio a b»»»

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Gulf News 15h

Hina Javed murder: Pakistan’s First Lady Aseefa seeks probe as husband held

Dubai: Pakistan’s First Lady Aseefa Bhutto-Zardari on Sunday called for a thorough investigation into the murder of Hina Javed, who was found dead in her Rawalpindi apartment earlier this week. Hina was found dead in the washroom of her apartment in Askari Apartments, Lal Kurti, on Thursday evening»»»

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Arab News 15h

Iran says new sanctions threatened by ‘desperate’ US will fail

DUBAI: Iran’s foreign minister dismissed the threat of new ​US sanctions as a sign of desperation on Sunday and said the expected new measures would fail to defeat Tehran. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, who is due to hold a press conference at 2 p.m. EDT (1800 GMT) on Monday, has threatened t»»»

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Al Manar 15h

Financial Times: Iranian Strikes Drive Washington to Reconsider Gulf Basing Rules - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Financial Times: Iranian Strikes Drive Washington to Reconsider Gulf Basing Rules 23-08-2026 17:10 PM Recent Iranian attacks on U.S. milita»»»

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Al Manar 16h

Michigan GOP Senate Candidate Mike Rogers Said to Ask AIPAC Not to Campaign on His Behalf: Israeli Media - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Michigan GOP Senate Candidate Mike Rogers Said to Ask AIPAC Not to Campaign on His Behalf: Israeli Media 23-08-2026 16:44 PM Republican Sen»»»

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Al Manar 16h

Yemeni military source tells Saba Agency: A Saudi “Scan Eagle” spy plane was shot down while penetrating the airspace of Hajjah Governorate - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Yemeni military source tells Saba Agency: A Saudi “Scan Eagle” spy plane was shot down while penetrating the airspace of Hajjah Governorate»»»

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Israeli airstrikes in Gaza kill two people, including a 4-year-old boy, medics say

CAIRO: Two ​Israeli airstrikes in the Gaza Strip on Sunday killed at least two people, including a 4-year-old boy, and wounded seven others, Palestinian health officials said. One of the strikes hit a building in Zawayda town in the center of the enclave and followed a warning by the Israeli army f»»»

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Al Manar 16h

Pakistan Army Chief to Visit Tehran for Talks on Regional Peace - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Pakistan Army Chief to Visit Tehran for Talks on Regional Peace 23-08-2026 15:54 PM Pakistan’s Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir will tra»»»

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RT 17h

Pentagon fires Stars and Stripes chiefs after censorship row

The Pentagon has fired senior employees of its official newspaper Stars and Stripes after they publicly criticized what they called government interference in its editorial policy. First published during the US Civil War in 1861, the newspaper has served as a voice for American troops and reaches a»»»

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Gulf News 18h

Iran’s women are ditching hijab. Why regime dares not stop them

Dubai: Iran is confronting a familiar battle at home even as it remains locked in a bruising conflict with the US: What to do about the growing number of women openly refusing to wear the hijab. At the height of the war, women without headscarves were seen even at pro-government gatherings and on s»»»

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Al Manar 19h

‘Attacked’ by Trump on Trade, Canada Is ‘at War’ With U.S., Prime Minister Says

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Saturday that Canada will impose tariffs on certain U.S. imports in response to new 50% tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump, following the collapse of trade talks between the two neighboring nations. The tariffs on U.S. imports, which include s»»»

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Al Manar 19h

Iran Stands Firm amid Full-scale War: Pezeshkian - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Iran Stands Firm amid Full-scale War: Pezeshkian 23-08-2026 13:35 PM Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian in an image from archive.President»»»

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France24 20h

Trump says Canada wants 'benefits of being a State, without being one' as trade war deepens

US President Donald Trump slammed Canada on Sunday, saying the country wanted "the benefits of being a State, without being one", in response to Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announcing retaliatory tariffs following failed trade negotiations.  Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announce»»»

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Sputnik 20h

Putin, Trump Will Inevitably Meet at APEC Summit in China If Both Attend - Kremlin Aide

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump will inevitable meet at the APEC summit in China if they both come there, Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov said on Sunday. "There is so much time before the APEC summit. But if the leaders find themselves at the same event, »»»

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Naharnet 20h

Iran warns any country joining US sanctions considered 'enemy'

Iran has warned countries against participating in the United States' "economic war" against the Islamic republic, saying they would be considered enemies. Washington has pushed its allies to jump aboard Donald Trump's new campaign to isolate the Iranian economy, as the U.S. President's unpopular w»»»

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Israel conducts fresh strike in Syria after US criticism

Israel carried out a fresh strike in Syria and lambasted U.S. envoy Tom Barrack for criticizing an earlier attack on an air base in the northwest, which Israel has accused Turkey of seeking to use. U.S. envoy for Syria Tom Barrack on Tuesday slammed Israel's attack on the disused military air base »»»

Gulf News 20h

Iran president admits country facing 'many problems'

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian acknowledged on Sunday that his country's citizens face "many problems", after the United States launched a new wave of sanctions seeking to further isolate its economy. "I understand we have many problems in society right now. We are trying to prevent these as m»»»

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The Peninsula 20h

Canada retaliates as trade war with US escalates

Ottawa: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced retaliatory tariffs on the United States on Saturday, after walking away from a "bad deal" on trade in a deepening rift between the longtime allies. Negotiations between the neighboring countries broke down Friday in Washington, putting into for»»»

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