Al Awsat 2m

Iran Accuses Israel of Seeking to 'Undermine National Unity'

Iran accused Israel on Monday of trying to undermine its national unity after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed support for protests in the Islamic republic. "The Zionist regime (Israel) is determined to exploit the slightest opportunity to sow division and undermine our national »»»

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Al Awsat 2m

Chinese, South Korean Companies Sign 9 Cooperation Agreements

Chinese and South Korean companies signed nine cooperation agreements, authorities said on Monday, during a state visit by South Korean President Lee Jae Myung with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, their second meeting in just two months. Lee's visit to China's capital is the first since he»»»

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TAP 13m

Temperatures between 14 and 24 degrees on Monday

Tunis, January 5 (TAP) — The weather, on Monday, will be generally cloudy. It will become partly to very cloudy over the extreme northwest, with light rainfall spreading to the southwest at night.Winds will blow from the southwest. They will...»»»

UPI 13m

On This Day, Jan. 5: New Hampshire adopts first state constitution - UPI.com

On Jan. 5, 1776, New Hampshire became the first American state to adopt its own constitution. 1 of 6 | The New Hampshire State House, completed in 1866, is in the capital of Concord. On January 5, 1776, New Hampshire became the first American state to adopt its own constitution. File Photo by Carol»»»

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UPI 27m

U.S. military operation kills 32 Cubans in Venezuela - UPI.com

President Donald Trump and CIA Director John Ratcliffe observe the arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro during Operation Absolute Resolve on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at Mar-a-Lago, in Palm Beach, Fla. On Sunday, Cuba said 32 of its citizens were killed in the U.S. military operation. Pho»»»

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24 News Agency 28m

Kyrgyzstan among top 5 countries actively purchasing sparkling wine from Russia - | 24.KG

Kyrgyzstan is among the top five countries actively importing sparkling wine from Russia, the Federal Center for Export Development Agroexport reported. According to the data, from January to November 2025, Russia exported more than 2,000 tons of sparkling wines to foreign markets, valued at over $»»»

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BBC 39m

Thirty two Cubans killed during US attack on Venezuela

The Cuban government has said 32 of its nationals were killed during the US operation to capture Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro. It said the dead were members of its armed forces and intelligence agencies, with two days of national mourning declared. A short statement did not elaborate on the rol»»»

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Al Manar 42m

32 Cuban citizens killed defending Maduro: Cuban government - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe 32 Cuban citizens killed defending Maduro: Cuban government 05-01-2026 09:16 AM Latest News Urgent News Trump: ‘We need Greenland from the »»»

Al Awsat 43m

Two Killed in Series of Russian Attacks on Ukraine

Russia bombarded Ukraine early Monday, killing two people in the Kyiv region, authorities said on the eve of a diplomatic summit in France. A countrywide siren was issued just after midnight, while Ukraine's military said air defenses were operating in several places. In the capital, a private medi»»»

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Al Awsat 43m

Netanyahu Says Israel Stands in Solidarity with Iranian Protesters

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Sunday that Israel stood in solidarity with the people of Iran as protests rocked several Iranian cities, according to AFP. “We stand in solidarity with the struggle of the Iranian people and with their aspirations for freedom, liberty and justice,” Ne»»»

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Sputnik 49m

Chinese Foreign Ministry on Events in Venezuela: No One Can Act as International Policeman

BEIJING (Sputnik) - The events in Venezuela have attracted significant international attention. China believes that no country can act as an international policeman or judge, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said. "We do not believe that any country can act as an international policeman, and we do »»»

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Sputnik 49m

House Democratic Leader Calls US Intervention in Venezuela Unauthorized ‘Act of War’

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries has rejected claims by the Trump administration that the US military intervention in Venezuela was a law enforcement operation, calling it an "act of war" that required congressional approval. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on S»»»

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Al Manar 54m

“Unite or Face Servitude,” Warns Colombia’s Petro After Trump Threatens Invasion - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe “Unite or Face Servitude,” Warns Colombia’s Petro After Trump Threatens Invasion 05-01-2026 09:14 AM Colombian President Gustavo Petro has »»»

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Al Awsat 56m

UK Starts Ban on Junk Food Ads on Daytime TV and Online

New regulations come into force Monday in Britain banning daytime TV and online adverts for so-called junk foods, in what the government calls a "world-leading action" to tackle childhood obesity. The ban -- targeting ads for products high in fat, salt or sugar -- is expected to remove up to 7.2 bi»»»

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Al Awsat 56m

Israeli Army Plans Reinforcing West Bank Settlers with Heavy Arms

The Israeli army has begun to permanently bolster its forces in the northern West Bank, as part of a broader plan to arm settlers with machine guns and small anti-tank missiles and to build new settlements, and revive others. Under the cover of war and shifting attention to multiple fronts, the arm»»»

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Gulf News 59m

Did Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan predict Venezuela’s fall years before the US raid on President Nicolas Maduro?

Dubai: When US forces swept into Venezuela before dawn on January 3, detained President Nicolas Maduro, and flew him out of the country in handcuffs, the internet didn’t react with shock alone. It reacted with déjà vu. Within hours, a six-year-old clip from Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan Season 2 began cir»»»

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The Peninsula 59m

UK starts ban on junk food ads on daytime TV and online

London, United Kingdom: New regulations come into force Monday in Britain banning daytime TV and online adverts for so-called junk foods, in what the government calls a "world-leading action" to tackle childhood obesity. The ban -- targeting ads for products high in fat, salt or sugar -- is expecte»»»

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Sputnik 1h

Americans Divided Over Impact of Venezuela Intervention - Poll

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Americans appear to be split over their assessment of the impact that the US military intervention in Venezuela may have on the South American country, a survey published by the YouGov pollster has showed. The poll, conducted on Sunday among 991 US adults, revealed that 35% o»»»

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BNE 1h

Trump says Iran will be hit hard by US if more protesters killed

US President Donald Trump said to the press that Iran would be "hit very hard" if more protesters die during demonstrations triggered by the economic protests that entered a second week. "We're watching it very c»»»

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BBC 1h

No bail for Indian activists after five years in jail without trial

Two prominent student activists in India have been denied bail after being held in prison for nearly five years without trial. India's Supreme Court on Monday rejected pleas of Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam, who were arrested after the 2020 Delhi riots. Police accused them of conspiracy to incite d»»»

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BNE 1h

Russian man faces fine for AI-generated tiger attack video

A resident of Primorye in Russia faces a fine of up to RUB100,000 ($1,088) for creating and distributing a fake video using artificial intelligence that depicted an Amur tiger attack, Russia's Ministry of Natural Resources reported on January 5. »»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Qatar’s cybersecurity market poised for robust growth amid digital push

Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s cybersecurity market is set to witness significant growth in the coming years, driven by rapid digitalisation, rising cyber threats, and the expanding adoption of cloud computing across industries. Speaking to The Peninsula, analysts noted that increasing government focus on sa»»»

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Kathimerini 1h

Body of Greek-Swiss girl killed in Swiss bar fire identified

Swiss authorities have identified one of the bodies of the fire at a bar in Switzerland on New Year’s Eve that killed 40 people as that of Alice Kallergis, a dual Greek-Swiss citizen, the Greek Foreign Ministry said on Sunday. State broadcaster ERT had reported earlier that the 15-year-old girl’s f»»»

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Novinite 1h

Cloudy and Rainy Start to the Week in Bulgaria, Sharp Cooling and Snow Later

Cloud cover will dominate across the country at the start of the first working week. Rain is expected in several areas, mainly in Northern Bulgaria and across the Rila and Rhodope mountains. In the far northwestern parts, precipitation will gradually mix with snow and may turn into snowfall. In the»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Dubai court declares Gulf national insolvent over Dh2.56m in unpaid debts

The Dubai Civil Court has declared a Gulf national insolvent after confirming his inability to repay outstanding debts owed to seven creditors, including banks, individuals and housing finance entities, amounting to a total of Dh2.56 million. The court accepted the insolvency application in form an»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

32 Cubans Killed in US Raid in Venezuela

A total of 32 Cuban nationals were killed during the US attack on Caracas that culminated in the capture of Venezuela's president Nicolas Maduro, the government in Havana said Sunday. "As a result of the criminal attack carried out by the government of the United States" against Venezuela, "32 Cuba»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

North Korea Says Latest Missile Tests Involve Hypersonic Weapons System

North Korea said Monday that leader Kim Jong Un observed test-flights of hypersonic missiles and underscored the need to bolster the country’s nuclear war deterrent, as the country dials up weapons displays ahead of its major political conference. North Korea reported on the drill a day after its n»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

UDST College of General Education aligns learning with Qatar’s workforce development goals

Strategic Vision What are the key challenges and opportunities you see for the College of General Education at the University of Doha for Science and Technology today, and how are you working to align the College’s vision with Qatar’s national goals? The College of General Education (CGE) is the fi»»»

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UPI 1h

All 40 deceased victims of Swiss bar fire identified - UPI.com

Authorities on Sunday said all 40 victims of the Le Constellation bar fire on New Year's Eve have been identified. Photo by Jean-Christophe Bott/EPA Jan. 5 (UPI) -- All 40 victims of a Swiss bar fire that erupted New Year's Eve have been identified, according to police, who continue to investigate »»»

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24 News Agency 1h

Over 20,000 apartments planned to be commissioned in 2026 through SMC - | 24.KG

In an interview with Kabar news agency, the President of Kyrgyzstan clarified the situation regarding housing being built by the State Mortgage Company (SMC). Sadyr Japarov responded to a question about Kurultai delegates, particularly migrants, believing SMC apartment prices are too high and wheth»»»

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Al Manar 1h

Israeli occupation forces storm the city of Qalqilya in occupied West Bank - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli occupation forces storm the city of Qalqilya in occupied West Bank 05-01-2026 08:23 AM Latest News Urgent News Israeli occupation f»»»

Gulf News 1h

‘Perfect time’: Indian techie in UAE wins Dh100,000 Big Ticket amid job uncertainty

After nearly two decades of building a life in the UAE and quietly holding on to hope, an Indian expat has finally had his moment of joy.Mohammed Javeed Rajbhary, a 45-year-old IT professional from Hyderabad, won Dh100,000 in the Big Ticket weekly e-draw, a prize he describes as arriving “at the pe»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

After Maduro, Who's Next? Trump Spurs Speculation about His Plans for Greenland, Cuba and Colombia

A day after the audacious US military operation in Venezuela, President Donald Trump on Sunday renewed his calls for an American takeover of the Danish territory of Greenland for the sake of US security interests and threatened military action on Colombia for facilitating the global sale of cocaine»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

QNA begins training course to enhance skills for new employees

Doha, Qatar: Qatar News Agency (QNA) launched yesterday its first training course for 2026, entitled ‘Foundation Programme for New Employees,’ as part of its training programmes aimed at developing the skills of Qatari personnel and raising their efficiency in the fields of media and institutional »»»

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Gulf News 1h

Dana Gas receives $50 million Egypt payment to fund drilling and cut fuel imports

Dubai: Dana Gas has received a $50 million (Dh184 million) payment from the Egyptian government, a move that trims overdue receivables and supports an accelerated drilling push aimed at boosting domestic gas supply and cutting costly imports. The payment is tied to the company’s multi-year investme»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Gold Surges as US Capture of Venezuela President Spurs Safe-haven Demand

Gold prices climbed Monday and other precious metals surged, after the United States captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro over the weekend, escalating geopolitical tensions and lifting safe-haven demand. As of 0508 GMT, spot gold rose 1.8% to $4,406.77 per ounce, a one-week high. US gold fu»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Souq Waqif Truffle Auction becomes a seasonal hub for traders and food lovers

Doha, Qatar: As dawn breaks over Doha, the eastern square of Souq Waqif comes alive with a unique seasonal ritual that draws traders, chefs and curious consumers alike. Every morning, the Souq Waqif Truffle Exhibition and Auction opens its gates, transforming the historic marketplace into a unified»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 1h

President Radev Expected to Hand First Exploratory Mandate to Form Government in Coming Days

President Rumen Radev is expected to hand the first exploratory mandate to form a government in the coming days. The head of state announced his intention on December 19, 2025, at the conclusion of consultations with representatives of the parliamentary groups in the 51st National Assembly, held fo»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Hit and run driver fined Dh30,000 after knocking down pedestrian, Abu Dhabi court rules

An Abu Dhabi court has ordered a driver and an insurance company to jointly pay Dh30,000 in compensation to a pedestrian who was run over and left injured after the driver fled the scene of the accident. The ruling was issued by the Abu Dhabi Civil Family Court, which found that the driver had fail»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Al Noor Center for the Blind celebrates World Braille Day

Doha, Qatar: Al Noor Center for the Blind, a member of the Qatar Social Work Foundation, celebrated World Braille Day, which falls on January 4 every year, and emphasised the pivotal role that Braille plays in the lives of people with visual impairments, as it is one of the basic pillars of knowled»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Amputee Baumel wins Dakar first stage, Al Attiyah second

Yanbu, Saudi Arabia: Frenchman Mathieu Baumel hailed an “enormous triumph” as just a year after having his leg amputated he won the opening stage of the Dakar Rally alongside Belgian driver Guillaume De Mevius yesterday. Navigator Baumel was back at the race just 11 months after his right lower leg»»»

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Dailynews Hungary 2h

Would you teach in Hungary for EUR 1,830 - 2,200? Payrise announced

Follow our Facebook page to get the latest news about Hungary! Follow our X (Twitter) page to get the latest news about Hungary! Subscribe to our Telegram channel to get the latest news about Hungary! whatsapp Subscribe to our WhatsApp channel to get the latest news about Hungary! ENHRNLFRJARORUEST»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Yemen's Legitimate Govt Restores Control over Hadhramaut, Mahra

Yemen's legitimate government restored on Sunday control over the Hadhramaut and al-Mahra governorates. The National Shield forces, led by Hadhramaut Governor Salem al-Khanbashi, took control of the regions after the withdrawal of the Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. Chairman of the Pres»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Qatar’s ports container throughput hit 1.46 million TEUs in 2025

Doha, Qatar: Hamad, Ruwais and Doha ports showcased strong growth in 2025 reinforcing its vital role in driving national economic development after registering a steep rise in handling of cargoes, containers, RORO and building material volumes compared to same period in the previous year. “The tota»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

HMC to host major conferences, workshops in 2026

Doha, Qatar: Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) has lined up high-impact conferences, workshops and scientific events for 2026, reinforcing its commitment to advancing clinical excellence, fostering professional development and enhancing patient care in the country. One of the main conferences schedul»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Smart City Solutions project first phase implemented

Doha, Qatar: As part of its efforts to humanise cities and improve urban services, the Ministry of Municipality (MoM) implemented the first phase of the Smart City Solutions Project, marking a significant step forward in Qatar’s journey towards smarter, more sustainable and people-centred urban dev»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Revealed: Most punctual airline in the Asia Pacific

Manila: For the first time, Philippine Airlines (PAL) has clinched the top spot as the most punctual airline in the Asia-Pacific region, boasting an impressive 83.12% on-time performance rate, according to data from London-based aviation analytics firm Cirium.​ Air New Zealand took second place, wi»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Why retired general Romeo Poquiz was arrested at the Philippines' NAIA

Dubai: Police on Monday morning arrested retired Air Force Major General Romeo Poquiz at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) over charges of inciting to sedition linked to his calls for the military to withdraw support from the administration. The former general, a vocal critic of Preside»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Charles and Casquo Blue dazzle Al Shaqab with spectacular win

Britain’s Fletcher and Qatar’s Haidan also claim victories in Grand Prix events as first Tour of H H The Father Amir’s Prix wraps up Doha, Qatar: Britain’s Harry Charles wrapped up the opening Tour of the inaugural H H The Father Amir’s Prix by clinching the CSI4* 1.55m Jump-Off Grand Prix with a s»»»

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