Colombia declares state of emergency after quake kills 111
Pereira: Colombia on Monday declared a state of emergency following a powerful earthquake that caused at least 111 deaths and flattened dozens of buildings, trapping more victims underneath. The 7.4-magnitude quake struck western Colombia at 7:34 am (1234 GMT) and triggered a frantic search for sur»»»
Exports of forestry products now subject to presentation of certificate of origin
Tunis, August 10 (TAP) - Exports of forestry products are now subject to the presentation of a certificate of origin and stock issued by the relevant departments of the Directorate General of Forestry (DGF), reads a joint press release issued...»»»
Mojtaba Khamenei’s latest power move: Iran’s military command gets a major shake-up
Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei made a series of senior military appointments on Monday, reshaping the country’s top command structure as the conflict with the United States continues. In separate decrees, Khamenei appointed six commanders to key positions across Iran’s armed forces, the Isl»»»
Egypt telecom regulator refers four mobile operators to public prosecution over unauthorised line registrations
The National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (NTRA) has referred Egypt’s four mobile network operators to the Public Prosecution for investigation over the registration of mobile lines using citizens’ personal data without their knowledge or possession, the regulator announced. The referral»»»
Hot, humid weather continues, expected to moderate slightly during Al Nathra star period
Doha: Qatar is set to experience a 13-day period characterised by hot and humid conditions as the Al Nathra star rises on August 11, 2026, according to the Qatar Meteorology Department (QMD). QMD said Al Nathra, known locally as Al Kulaibain, is the sixth of the summer stars and marks the final per»»»
Israeli warplanes raid Al-Mansouri town, South Lebanon, with two missiles: Al-Manar reporter - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Russia Says Kiev Hit Foreigners to Drive Wedge into Its Relations with Fraternal Nations
Ukraine has deliberately struck the place where foreigners live in Nizhnekamsk to drive a wedge into the fraternal relations between Russia and friendly countries, Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said. The diplomat noted that as a result of the strike, “at least 13 people were »»»
Trump’s immigration crackdown: More than 175,000 visas revoked
The US State Department said Monday that the Trump administration has revoked more than 175,000 visas from foreign nationals as part of its sweeping immigration crackdown, according to Reuters. The department said the visas were revoked for reasons including criminal activity, visa violations, call»»»
Mecca Defense Pact reshapes regional security through collective deterrence
Damascus, Aug. 10 (SANA) After two years of rapid security shifts that have redrawn the balance of power in the Middle East, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan have moved beyond political coordination by signing the “Mecca Joint Defense Agreement,” a trilateral framework for collective deterrence a»»»
Can Al-Burhan’s Sudanese national dialogue turn military gains into a political settlement?
LONDON: More than three years after Sudan descended into civil war, army chief Gen. Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan is pushing for a broad national dialogue aimed at rebuilding the country’s political institutions and laying the foundations for a civilian transition. Talks could begin as early as August, wi»»»
Teenager dies trying to rescue swimmers at Alexandria beach
ALEXANDRIA: An 18-year-old man died while attempting to help rescue six people from drowning at El-Baitash beach in Alexandria, Egypt, on Saturday, local authorities said. The Central Administration for Tourism and Resorts in Alexandria said on Sunday that the beach was among those closed to swimme»»»
Al-Nassr fans worried ahead of new season but Ange might be the man to steer them to glory
RIYADH: It is not a good time to be an Al-Nassr fan. While that might sound like a bizarre statement to make, considering the club ended a seven-year title drought by beating Al-Hilal to the Saudi Pro League title last season, they face a stark reality as they prepare to defend their title. The clu»»»
Over 100 killed after Colombia struck by powerful earthquake
RIO DE JANEIRO: More than 100 people have died after western Colombia was hit by a severe magnitude 7.4 earthquake, reducing buildings to rubble in several cities, officials reported on Monday. At least 111 people have been killed, and 87 have been injured, President Abelardo de la Espriella said d»»»
Captain of capsized boat in New York Harbor to appear in federal court - UPI.com
The Statue of Liberty is lit in the red, white and blue July 1 in New York City. The captain of a boat that capsized Saturday near the statue in New York Harbor will appear in federal court Monday. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo Aug. 10 (UPI) -- The operator of a boat that capsized in »»»
Police in India use tear gas, water cannons on demonstrators - UPI.com
Police officers gesture to protesters taking part in a demonstration demanding Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren's resignation and a Central Bureau of Investigation probe into alleged paper leaks in recruitment examinations, in Ranchi, Jharkhand, India on Monday. Photo by Jesh Kumar/EPA Aug. 10»»»
Tehran says it is monitoring alleged US military movements in the region
Dubai: A senior Iranian academic has claimed that Tehran is monitoring preparations for a potential US-led military operation against Iran, warning that the country is ready to respond with force if attacked. Mohammad Marandi, professor of North American Studies and dean of the Faculty of World Stu»»»
Trump demands Iran pay compensation for victims of past 50 years of conflicts
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump said he would seek compensation from Iran for victims of conflicts over the past 50 years, in response to Tehran's demands for compensation for damage suffered during the current conflict. In a Truth Social post, Trump said Iran was seeking compensation for dam»»»
Egypt urges full Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon following Rome negotiations
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty stressed the necessity of a full Israeli withdrawal from Lebanese territories and the complete implementation of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1701 during a telephone call with his Lebanese counterpart Youssef Raji on Monday. Discussing the late»»»
Peace Council’s High Representative defends Gaza disarmament plan as US dismisses Netanyahu’s rejection
Peace Council High Representative Nikolay Mladenov stated that a 15-point plan to disarm the Gaza Strip is the “only way forward” and relies on verifiable steps rather than trust in the Hamas movement, following Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s rejection of the proposal. Mladenov’s remar»»»
Trump demands compensation from Iran as Tehran vows Hormuz will remain closed as long as war continues
US President Donald Trump said on Monday he has instructed American representatives to firmly include compensation demands from Iran in any future negotiations, following claims by Iranian representatives for damages incurred during a five-month military conflict. Writing on Truth Social, Trump des»»»
Egypt PM reviews progress of internationally backed development projects to ensure economic targets
Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty reviewed the progress of internationally backed development projects on Monday, stressing the need for continuous monitoring to ensure they meet their economic and social targets on schedule. During the meeting, the minist»»»
Al-Sisi orders third tax relief package, approves tax sukuk proposal to ease financing costs
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi has directed the government to prepare a third package of tax relief measures and approved a proposal to introduce tax sukuk aimed at reducing the state’s financing needs and lowering debt-servicing costs, according to the presidency. Al-Sisi reviewed Egypt’s»»»
Egypt’s health campaign delivers nearly 11 million free services in 8 days
Egypt’s Health Ministry announced on Monday that its “100 Days of Health” campaign has provided nearly 11 million free medical services nationwide since its fourth edition began on August 1, as the government seeks to expand access to healthcare across the country. The ministry said 10,966,291 serv»»»
Safa Abdo joins Impact Team 2050 as international youth advisor to ROSATOM leadership
Safa Abdo, an Egyptian nuclear physicist, certified nuclear security specialist, and international youth and climate trainer, has recently joined Impact Team 2050, the International Youth Advisory Council to Alexey Likhachev, Director General of ROSATOM. Impact Team 2050 brings together 13 young le»»»
Egyptian industry minister outlines updated 2030 strategy to boost exports and global integration
Egypt has updated its Industry Strategy 2030 by identifying five industrial groups, prioritising sectors aimed at increasing exports and integrating into global supply chains, Minister of Industry Khaled Hashem stated. The priority industries were determined based on scientific foundations, compreh»»»
What We Are Reading Today: ‘Silk Roads, Steppe Roads’ by Jonathan Karam Skaaff
“Silk Roads, Steppe Roads” takes the reader on a journey to three sites in northwestern China and Mongolia to investigate medieval Chinese tombs containing evidence of Eastern Eurasian cultural contacts and exchanges. The construction, artifacts, and texts on paper and stone found at these tombs of»»»
Syrian leader receives UN refugee chief in Damascus
DAMASCUS:President Ahmad Al-Sharaa received UN High Commissioner for Refugees Barham Salih and his accompanying delegation at the People’s Palace in Damascus on Monday, in the presence of Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Asaad Hassan Al-Shaibani. The meeting focused on ways to strengthen»»»
Al-Manar correspondent in South Lebanon: Zionist artillery targets Ali Al-Taher area - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Deputy interior minister receives Mauritian ambassador to Saudi Arabia
RIYADH: Saudi Deputy Interior Minister-designate Prince Abdulaziz bin Mohammed bin Ayyaf received Mauritian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Mohammed Riyad Parvez Hullemuth at the ministry in Riyadh on Monday. During the meeting, they discussed bilateral relations and various matters of mutual interest, »»»
Historic trails, dramatic peaks position Taif as Saudi Arabia’s emerging hiking capital
MAKKAH: Cradled among dramatic mountain ridges, lush valleys and cool highland breezes, Taif is rapidly cementing its reputation as one of Saudi Arabia’s premier outdoor destinations — with mountain hiking leading its eco-tourism surge. Driven by growing domestic interest in outdoor recreation unde»»»
Finance Minister: Syria’s economy expected to grow 11.3% in 2026
Damascus, Aug. 10 (SANA) Finance Minister Mohamad Yisr Barnieh said Syria’s economy is expected to grow by 11.3% this year, with growth momentum projected to continue in the coming years, while production in several sectors is expected to return to pre-2011 levels by 2030. In an exclusive interview»»»
Uganda’s Otunnu in race to become next UN secretary-general
KAMPALA: A Ugandan statesman is in the race to become the next secretary-general of the UN, the latest entrant in a contest that includes six others who want to succeed Antonio Guterres at the end of this year. Backed by Uganda, Olara Otunnu is traveling in New York “to meet delegations and engage »»»
Syria opens international forum on education, innovation and employment in Damascus
DAMASCUS: The International Forum on Education and Innovation opened in Damascus on Monday, bringing together officials and experts to discuss the future of education, innovation and workforce development. The forum is organized by the Economic Group for Promoting International Investments, in coop»»»
Settlers attack village northeast of Ramallah
RAMALLAH: Israeli settlers, under the protection of Israeli occupation forces, have attacked the village of Al-Mughayyir, northeast of Ramallah. Amin Abu Aliya, the head of the Al-Mughayyir Village Council, said that settlers attacked Palestinian farmers in the eastern plain area and local resident»»»
Israeli Channel 12: The Americans continue to reduce the number of aerial refueling aircraft at Ben Gurion Airport. The number of refueling aircraft is now already close to the level seen during the ceasefire, when there were only about 20 refueling aircraft at the airport - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Warehouse data shows potential regions for development
Poland’s modern warehouse and industrial stock reached 38 million square meters at the end of June 2026. Mazowieckie, Śląskie and Dolnośląskie were the largest markets, with 7.74 million, 6.34 million and 5.43 million square meters, respectively. Developers delivered 578,600 square meters in Q2, wh»»»
Nine-story office building to be built in Gdańsk near Baltic Hub terminal
The Port of Gdańsk plans to build a new Integrated Border Control Point near the Baltic Hub terminal, with construction expected to begin in the first quarter of 2029. The complex will include a nine-story office building and a three-story inspection hall with rooftop parking for 230 cars. It will »»»
Wars to open hotel in Warsaw
Wars plans to open a conference and lodging center on Puławska Street in Warsaw after the summer as part of its push beyond railway catering. The pilot facility will have 50 rooms, including four premium suites, and is aimed mainly at business clients, conference organizers and training events. War»»»
Cheap food keeping inflation in check, for now
Food prices, which have recently helped keep inflation in Poland under control, are expected to become a major inflation driver over the coming year. In July, food prices fell 0.4% y/y, offsetting a 15.8% increase in fuel prices and helping keep CPI inflation at 3%. Economists attribute current foo»»»
Average salary in Q2 ‘26, q/q decline but y/y growth
Poland’s average monthly gross wage reached PLN 9,233.13 in the second quarter of 2026, up 5.5% y/y, according to Statistics Poland (GUS). Compared with the first quarter, however, average pay fell 3.45% from PLN 9,562.88. In Q2 2025, the average monthly wage stood at PLN 8,748.63. Separate GUS dat»»»
President signs amendment to law which allows for apartment price transparency
Poland has amended its housing market rules to standardize how developers report apartment prices to the government’s dane.gov.pl system. President Karol Nawrocki signed the legislation on August 7, 2026. Developers will not have to disclose additional information, but they will be required to subm»»»
Poland is close to experiencing water stress, but not there yet
Poland has significantly fewer renewable water resources per capita than the European average and is approaching water-stress levels. While there is no immediate threat of nationwide drinking water shortages, some areas are already experiencing lower groundwater levels, insufficient intake capacity»»»
Colombia declares emergency after 7.4 quake kills 111; UAE, world leaders pledge support
A powerful magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck western Colombia on Monday, killing at least 111 people and damaging hundreds of buildings, according to President Abelardo de la Espriella. The earthquake struck at 7:34am local time, with its epicentre in the Chocó region. The Colombian Geological Servic»»»
Human Rights Monitor accuses Israel of double standards in dealing with reports from international organizations in Gaza
Geneva: The Euro-Med Human Rights Monitor accused the Israeli occupation of selective and double standards in dealing with reports from international organizations concerning the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip. In a statement Monday, the Euro-Med Human Rights Monitor indicated that Israel»»»
Israeli glider drops stun grenades on Al-Mansouri town, South Lebanon: Al-Manar reporter - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Ukraine's Corruption Problem Turns US Arms Tech Transfers Into a Ticking Time Bomb
Patriot missile system makers Lockheed Martin and Raytheon are “very, very justified” in worrying about their IP being stolen and transferred to third parties outside Ukraine should Kiev get a license to build the system, retired US Army Lt. Col. and international consultant Earl Rasmussen told Spu»»»
Brent crude tops USD 86 a barrel
Houston: Oil prices jumped 3 percent on Monday, with Brent crude futures rising USD 2.48, or 3 percent, to USD 86.03 a barrel. U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures gained USD 2.43, or 3.1 percent, to USD 80.61 a barrel. Both benchmarks fell more than 7 percent last week.»»»
Díaz-Canel accuses U.S. of waging ‘psychological warfare’ against Cuba - UPI.com
Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel speaks during the opening of the 1st International Colloquium "Fidel: Legacy and Future" at Havana Convention Palace in Cuba on Monday. The conference marks the centenary of the birth of Fidel Castro and runs from through Thursday. Aug. 10 (UPI) -- Cuban President »»»
Witness list released as Tupac Shakur murder trial begins - UPI.com
Duane "Keffe D" Davis was arrested September 29, 2023, on a single charge of murder with a deadly weapon with the intent to promote, further or assist a criminal gang in the 1996 shooting death of rapper Tupac Shakur. Davis' trial starts Monday. File photo courtesy of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Pol»»»
Watch: Pet goose hailed as a hero for alerting sleeping family to barn fire - UPI.com
Aug. 10 (UPI) -- A Texas family's pet goose is being hailed as a hero for alerting the sleeping family to a fire that erupted in their barn. Fort Bend County resident Bert Gerber said he was asleep in front of the TV last week when he was roused by the honking of the family's pet goose, Goosey. The»»»