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Joint UK-French air strike targets IS arms cache in Syria

Royal Air Force Typhoon jets have joined French aircraft in a joint strike on an underground arms cache in Syria used by the Islamic State group (IS), the UK Ministry of Defence says. The facility, identified by intelligence, was believed to be storing arms and explosives, the statement said, and w»»»

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BBC 16m

'A long road ahead': Venezuelans react to Maduro's arrest with hope and worry

As the dust settles in Caracas, Venezuelans are reacting to the news of President Nicolás Maduro's capture by the US with hope, fear, and uncertainty. People began to emerge in the streets Saturday after a night rocked by explosions in the Caracas Valley, with moods that ranged from celebration to »»»

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UPI 17m

Prosecutors unseal narco-terrorism indictment against Maduros and others - UPI.com

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, right, and Venezuelan first lady Cilia Flores, left, are accused of narco-trafficking and related crimes in a federal indictment unsealed Saturday in the U.S. District Court for Southern New York. Photo by Miguel Gutierrez/EPA-EFE Jan. 3 (UPI) -- Venezuelan Pres»»»

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RT 33m

Lavrov holds phone call with Venezuelan vice president

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has held a phone call with Venezuelan Executive Vice President Delcy Rodriguez and expressed solidarity with the people of the South American nation in the face of US aggression. The conversation took place on Saturday, shortly after US President Donald Trump »»»

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RT 1h

Israel accuses New York mayor of antisemitism

The Israeli Foreign Ministry has accused recently sworn-in New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani of stoking antisemitism with his very first executive order. Shortly after being sworn in on Thursday, the staunchly democratic socialist and pro-Palestinian Muslim Mamdani, a political newcomer, revoked a»»»

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Kuna 1h

Pakistan Air Force successfully tests air launched cruise missile

ISLAMABAD, Jan 3 (KUNA) - Pakistan Air Force has successfully conducted the flight test of the indigenously developed "Taimoor" weapon system, capable of engaging enemy land and sea targets with high precision at a range of 600 kilometers, said the military on Saturday.According to a press release »»»

Kuna 1h

Israel airstrikes wound three people in S. Lebanon

BEIRUT, Jan 3 (KUNA) -- At least three people have been injured by the Israeli occupation air strikes on Marjayoun district, south of Lebanon, Lebanese health ministry's emergency operations center said on Saturday.In a statement, the center said Israeli occupation's drones launched air raids on a »»»

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Kuwait calls for dialogue for unity of Yemeni people

KUWAIT, Jan 3 (KUNA) -- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on Saturday that Kuwait is following the latest political and military developments in the sisterly country of Yemen that pose a threat to the unity of Yemeni people and undermine their security and stability.In a statement, the Ministry »»»

BBC 2h

How UK plush toy Jellycat conquered China

Stella Huang bought her first Jellycat plush toy when she lost her job during the pandemic. A school friend was a fan of the British-designed toys and told her all about them. But she only fell in love with the brand when she saw a gingerbread house plushie on the Chinese social media app RedNote. »»»

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BBC 2h

CIA sources, drones and blowtorches: How the US captured Maduro

For months, US spies had been monitoring Venezuelan President's Nicolas Maduro's every move. A small team, including one source within the Venezuelan government, had been observing where the 63-year-old slept, what he ate, what he wore and even, according to top military officials, "his pets". Then»»»

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RT 2h

Iran threatens to target American bases if US launches intervention

Tehran will target US forces in the Middle East if Washington tries to intervene in Iran’s handling of ongoing mass protests, the country’s parliamentary speaker, Mohammad Ghalibaf, has warned. His words came after US President Donald Trump stated that America was “locked and loaded” and could go i»»»

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UPI 3h

U.S. flu activity continues to rise, CDC pushes people to get vaccinated - UPI.com

Influenza is spreading rapidly across the United States this respiratory virus season, but the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Friday said most Americans are not vaccinated. File Photo by Tannen Maury/EPA Jan. 3 (UPI) -- Influenza has caused 3,100 deaths and 81,000 hospitalizations am»»»

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RT 3h

Explosions heard in Venezuelan capital amid escalation with US (VIDEOS)

Multiple explosions were heard early on Saturday in Caracas, Venezuela’s capital, according to media reports and footage from the scene. The blasts come amid a deepening stand-off between Venezuela and the administration of US President Donald Trump, who has repeatedly accused the country’s authori»»»

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UPI 3h

Minnesota officials say child care centers were ‘operating as expected’ - UPI.com

Minnesota officials on Friday reported normal conditions during recent inspections of nine daycare centers featured in a viral social media video accusing their operators of committing fraud. File Photo by Jim Ruymen/UPI | License Photo Jan. 3 (UPI) -- Nine child care centers shown in a viral video»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

Daam and Katara ink funding agreement to support Marmi 2026

QNA Doha The Social and Sport Contribution Fund (Daam) has signed a financing agreement with the Cultural Village Foundation (Katara) to support the 17th edition of the Qatar International Falcons and Hunting Festival (Marmi) 2026. The festival is held from January 1 to 24, 2026, at Sabkhat Marmi i»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

MoJ introduces Specialised Legal Training Plan for 2026

QNA Doha The Legal and Judicial Studies Centre at the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) announced the launch of its Specialised Legal Training Plan for 2026, which encompasses the general track for continuous professional development, in addition to specialised legal training programmes tailored to various»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

Post-ceasefire Gaza requires new international framework beyond crisis management: Experts

Khaled Al Hameidi Doha With the ceasefire in the Gaza Strip entering into force last October, the Palestinian issue has once again moved to the centre of international attention through intertwined humanitarian and political dimensions. While the relative calm has enabled the partial return of disp»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

Bataan claims first title in 2025 SGE Cup Inter-Region Basketball Tournament

The Bataan team captured its first-ever championship, while Manila settled for runner-up honours in the 2025 SGE Cup Inter-Region Basketball Tournament, which officially opened during the Philippine Independence Day celebration on June 12. Organised by SGE Events Company and Bos Geo Pares Restauran»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

Aspetar Redefines Sports Medicine

Tribune News Network Doha The year 2025 was a remarkable one for Aspetar, Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital, as it dedicated all its efforts to achieving medical excellence and ensuring a safe sports environment. The hospital continued to serve Qatar’s athletes while attracting elite sports »»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

UTQ’s mission of hope: Extending relief aid to Filipino community

Darlene Regis The recent comedy shows of famed Filipino comedians Boobsie Wonderland and Dax Martin in Qatar not only delivered nonstop laughter to the Filipino community but also extended meaningful support to victims of a devastating typhoon in the Philippines, as proceeds from the shows were don»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

Qatar Charity supports over 500,000 people in Bangladesh in 2025

Tribune News Network Doha In 2025, Qatar Charity (QC), with the generous support of benefactors in Qatar, delivered impactful humanitarian and development assistance to 674,484 beneficiaries across Bangladesh. Through 2,171 implemented projects, the organisation addressed critical needs in water an»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

Al Wakrah Souq hosts antiques exhibition, auction

Tribune News Network Doha Al Wakrah Old Souq has launched a special exhibition and auction showcasing a collection of antiques, offering visitors a unique opportunity to explore rare and historic pieces in an authentic heritage setting. According to a post on the Al Wakrah Old Souq’ssocial media pl»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

Qatar Media Corporation launches inaugural issue of Ielam magazine

QNA Doha Qatar Media Corporation (QMC) has launched the inaugural issue of its quarterly magazine Ielam, as part of its strategic direction to further develop media tools and strengthen editorial presence, contributing to the enrichment of the national media landscape. Ielam is dedicated to deliver»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

US will manage Venezuela's affairs until proper transition can take place: Trump

Washingotn: US President Donald Trump announced that the United States will manage Venezuela's affairs until a safe, proper, and judicious transition of power is completed. This came following a military operation that resulted in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife and »»»

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BBC 3h

Trump says US will 'run' Venezuela and 'fix oil infrastructure'

US President Donald Trump has said the US will "run" Venezuela until a "safe, proper and judicious transition" can be ensured, after US strikes led to the capture of country's President Nicolas Maduro. US oil companies would also fix Venezuela's "broken infrastructure" and "start making money for t»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

UN expresses deep alarm over developments Unfolding in Venezuela

New York: United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed his deep alarm over the recent escalation in Venezuela, which culminated Saturday in US military action there, that sets a dangerous precedent for the region. UN spokesperson Stephane Dujarric stated: "These developments constitu»»»

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Daily News Egypt 3h

Textile, spinning industry development project receives strong political support: El-Shimy

Mohamed El-Shimy, Minister of Public Enterprises Sector, said that the national project to develop the textile and spinning industry is receiving strong support and close attention from the political leadership, noting its pivotal role in strengthening national industry and boosting the competitive»»»

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BBC 4h

Venezuela could now define Trump's legacy - and America's place in the world

After launching a night of shock and awe in Venezuela, Donald Trump now appears to be getting into the nation-building business. In a remarkable press conference at his Mar-a-Lago resort on Saturday morning, the president announced that US forces had successfully captured Venezuelan President Nicol»»»

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RT 4h

Cuba and Colombia respond to US strikes on Venezuela

Cuba and Colombia have expressed strong concern over an apparent US attack on Venezuela after several explosions were heard in the country’s capital. The statements came on Saturday morning after several blasts in Caracas, with reports of warplanes, helicopters, and potentially drones operating ove»»»

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Sana 5h

Syrian Phosphate: A Strategic resource for economic recovery

Damascus, Jan. 3 (SANA) The Syrian phosphate is considered one of the country’s most important natural resources and today appears as a key pillar to support the national economy during the reconstruction phase, after more than a decade of war and destruction.Syria’s phosphate reserves are estimate»»»

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UPI 6h

Magnitude 6.5 earthquake rocks the Acapulco area of Mexico - UPI.com

A magnitude 6.5 earthquake shook buildings in Acapulco, Mexico, on Friday morning but caused no reported casualties or damage. Image Courtesy of the U.S. Geological Survey Jan. 3 (UPI) -- A magnitude 6.5 earthquake was recorded at 7:58 a.m. local time near Rancho Viejo. Mexico on Friday morning and»»»

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Dailynews Hungary 6h

Flu overtakes Covid in Hungary: Hospitalisations spike among children and elderly

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Gulf News 6h

Trump says Colombia president should 'watch his [back]'

US President Donald Trump said Saturday that his Colombian counterpart Gustavo Petro — with whom he has sparred in recent months — should "watch his [back]" after the US military operation to seize Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro. "He's making cocaine and they're sending it into the United States,»»»

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The Peninsula 6h

Palestinian female child killed by Israeli gunfire in Rafah, southern Gaza

Gaza: A Palestinian child died saturday after she was brutally shot by the Israeli occupation army in Al Mawasi area in the city of Rafah, southern Gaza Strip, in a persistent Israeli breach of the ceasefire deal. Medical sources at the Palestinian Ministry of Health in Gaza reported that, with thi»»»

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The Peninsula 6h

Kenya confirms death of 54-year-old iconic elephant

Nairobi: The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) on Saturday announced the death of a 54-year-old iconic elephant named Craig at its habitat in Amboseli National Park. "Early this morning, Amboseli National Park, Kenya and indeed the world lost a true icon. Craig, the legendary super tusker famed for its »»»

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Al Manar 6h

Sheikh Qassem: Hezbollah calls for providing the Lebanese Army with suitable weapons to defend Lebanon and sustain the local stability - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Sheikh Qassem: Hezbollah calls for providing the Lebanese Army with suitable weapons to defend Lebanon and sustain the local stability 03-0»»»

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Sheikh Qassem Voices Pride in Hezbollah Relation with Iran: Israeli Withdrawal is Lebanon’s Priority

Hezbollah Secretary General Sheikh Naim Qassem marked the anniversary of the martyrdom of leaders Iran”s General Qassem Suleimani and Iraq’s PMF deputy commander Abu Mahdi al-Muhandis, saying that Suleimani was a model of the authentic Islamic humanitarian project working for humanity’s cause. Shei»»»

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The Peninsula 6h

Teen Mbaye seals AFCON last-16 victory for Senegal over Sudan

Tangiers, Morocco: Teenager Ibrahim Mbaye scored four minutes after coming off the bench to clinch a 3-1 victory for Senegal over Sudan in Tangiers on Saturday in the first Africa Cup of Nations last-16 match. The 17-year-old Paris Saint-Germain forward represented France at age-limit levels before»»»

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Gulf News 6h

US allies, foes alarmed by capture of Venezuela's Maduro

The US military operation that led to the seizure of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on Saturday sparked alarm across the international community, with allies and foes of Washington and Caracas expressing disquiet. US President Donald Trump said Maduro and his wife would be taken to New York to»»»

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The Peninsula 6h

Third round of freestyle drifting championship concludes in Doha

Doha, Qatar: The third, penultimate round of the 2025-2026 Freestyle Drifting Championship capped off with great fanfare. Organised by the Qatar Racing Club, the three-day tournament featured strong competition and a record audience turnout. The action spanned three hours, at the end of which Saud »»»

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Gulf News 6h

Sheikh Mohammed meets business leaders, dignitaries

Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, met today at Zabeel Palace with a group of prominent individuals including business leaders, dignitaries, Sheikhs, members of the Federal National Council, traders, investors, ministers, an»»»

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Gulf News 6h

KHDA approves new standards for health, safety and quality of life at early childhood centres

Dubai: The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) in Dubai has announced comprehensive new standards for health, safety and quality of life in early childhood centres across the emirate, a significant step in the regulation of early years care and education. Published as part of KHDA’s re»»»

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Daily News Egypt 7h

Finance Ministry to offer eight T-bill, bond tenders worth EGP 190bn this week

The Ministry of Finance announced that it will offer eight treasury bill and bond tenders this week with a combined value of EGP 190bn, as part of its ongoing financing plan. The offerings include four treasury bill tenders worth EGP 160bn and four treasury bond tenders totaling EGP 30bn. According»»»

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Daily News Egypt 7h

US forces capture Maduro in “Midnight Hammer” raid; Trump pledges US governance of Venezuela

US President Donald Trump confirmed on Saturday that elite US special forces have captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and First Lady Cilia Flores in a high-stakes nighttime raid. During a press conference at his Mar-a-Lago residence, Trump declared that the United States will “run” Venezue»»»

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Dailynews Hungary 7h

Watch out: High-fat diet to cause damage in the human body, and even in the brain!

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The Peninsula 7h

OIC commends Saudi Arabia's initiative to hold conference in Riyadh on situation in Yemen

Jeddah: The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) expressed its praise and appreciation for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's initiative to hold a comprehensive conference in Riyadh, in response to the request of the President of the Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council, with the participation of»»»

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The Peninsula 7h

MSF warns of suspending operations in Gaza due to Israeli decisions

Paris: Doctors Without Borders (MSF) revealed today that it may have to end its operations in the Gaza Strip next March if the Israeli occupation does not reverse its decision to ban its work, along with 36 other international humanitarian organizations. President of MSF in France, Dr. Isabelle Def»»»

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RT 7h

RT recaps 2025 for Gaza and Israel

Nearly two years after the war began on October 7, 2023, the humanitarian situation in Gaza has only deteriorated further amid Israel’s military campaign in the enclave. What was once described as the world’s largest open-air prison is now increasingly seen as an open-air graveyard. The scale of de»»»

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RT 7h

‘ISIS-inspired’ New Year’s terror plot thwarted – FBI

The FBI and local law enforcement have disrupted a New Year’s Eve terror attack planned by a North Carolina teen, the agency has announced. Christian Sturdivant, 18, allegedly planned to use a firearm, knives, and hammers to carry out a violent attack at a local grocery store and a fast food restau»»»

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The Peninsula 7h

Villa rebound from Arsenal defeat, Wolves claim first win

London: Aston Villa bounced back from a chastening defeat at Arsenal to beat Nottingham Forest 3-1 on Saturday and climb to second in the Premier League as West Ham collapsed against basement club Wolves. Unai Emery's Villa are now just three points behind the table-topping Gunners, who are in acti»»»

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