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Historic Great Lakes flooding shoves ice chunks into Michigan homes - UPI.com

Flooding sent giant chunks of ice into Michigan homes this week after record snowfall melt and rounds of heavy rain created dangerous flooding around the Great Lakes. The statewide flooding dashboard from the Michigan Police showed 40 counties under a state of emergency (red) and road closures due »»»

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BNE 32m

Panama Canal auction prices quadruple as Hormuz closure reshapes global energy flows

A Chinese-controlled liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) tanker paying $4mn to jump a queue is not the sort of detail that ordinarily surfaces in shipping intelligence reports. Yet the transit of the Gas Virgo, a Singapore-flagged vessel operated by Wanhua Chemical, through the Panama Canal on April 15 h»»»

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BNE 32m

Europeans fear Washington more than Beijing for the first time, Politico reports

For the first time in the history of transatlantic polling, more Europeans view the United States as a threat to their continent than view China in the same light, a seismic shift in public sentiment. A Politico Europ»»»

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BNE 32m

UAE warns it could sell oil in yuan if dollar liquidity crunch hits

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has warned Washington it could switch to Chinese yuan or other currencies to settle oil sales if it faces a severe shortage of US dollars, Russian oil industry publication Neft i Kapital reported on April 21. »»»

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BNE 32m

US and Cuba talk in Havana but cannot agree on what was said

Cuba has confirmed that senior officials from Havana and Washington held face-to-face talks on the island in early April, in the highest-level diplomatic encounter between the two governments in nearly a decade, as the Trump administration's pressure campaign against the communist-run island shows »»»

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BNE 32m

COMMENT: Rising pressures on Iranians in the UAE

For over a century, the geographical gap between the southern coast of Iran and the bustling ports of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) was less a barrier and more a bridge. However, the recent war on Iran by the US and Israel and Iran's response to GCC neighbours has all but burnt that bridge.  »»»

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BNE 32m

Russia expects resumption of Gulf diplomacy, Lavrov says

Russia expects positive news on the resumption of diplomatic efforts to resolve the situation around Iran, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said, state news agency TASS reported on April 21. Moscow has emerged a»»»

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BNE 32m

IDF soldier recieves 30-day military detention after smashing Jesus statue in Lebanon

An Israeli soldier has been sentenced to 30 days of military detention after being photographed destroying a statue of Jesus in the Christian village of Debel in southern Lebanon, the IDF confirmed on April 21. The inciden»»»

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BNE 32m

Russia expects resumption of Gulf diplomacy, Lavrov says

Russia expects positive news on the resumption of diplomatic efforts to resolve the situation around Iran, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said, state news agency TASS reported on April 21. Moscow has emerged a»»»

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BNE 32m

COMMENT: Is Iran the fourth superpower?

For 30 years, analysts warned that Iran could close the Strait of Hormuz. For 30 years, Iran did not. It threatened to close the Strait, but it never pulled the trigger. The US and its Gulf allies assumed Iran was jive-talking. That changed on February 28 when the US and Israel thought they could b»»»

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BNE 32m

COMMENT: Rising pressures on Iranians in the UAE

For over a century, the geographical gap between the southern coast of Iran and the bustling ports of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) was less a barrier and more a bridge. However, the recent war on Iran by the US and Israel and Iran's response to GCC neighbours has all but burnt that bridge.  »»»

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BNE 32m

IDF soldier recieves 30-day military detention after smashing Jesus statue in Lebanon

An Israeli soldier has been sentenced to 30 days of military detention after being photographed destroying a statue of Jesus in the Christian village of Debel in southern Lebanon, the IDF confirmed on April 21. The inciden»»»

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BNE 32m

Panama Canal auction prices quadruple as Hormuz closure reshapes global energy flows

A Chinese-controlled liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) tanker paying $4mn to jump a queue is not the sort of detail that ordinarily surfaces in shipping intelligence reports. Yet the transit of the Gas Virgo, a Singapore-flagged vessel operated by Wanhua Chemical, through the Panama Canal on April 15 h»»»

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BNE 32m

COMMENT: Is Iran the fourth superpower?

For 30 years, analysts warned that Iran could close the Strait of Hormuz. For 30 years, Iran did not. It threatened to close the Strait, but it never pulled the trigger. The US and its Gulf allies assumed Iran was jive-talking. That changed on February 28 when the US and Israel thought they could b»»»

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BNE 32m

COMMENT: Rising pressures on Iranians in the UAE

For over a century, the geographical gap between the southern coast of Iran and the bustling ports of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) was less a barrier and more a bridge. However, the recent war on Iran by the US and Israel and Iran's response to GCC neighbours has all but burnt that bridge.  »»»

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BNE 32m

Russia expects resumption of Gulf diplomacy, Lavrov says

Russia expects positive news on the resumption of diplomatic efforts to resolve the situation around Iran, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said, state news agency TASS reported on April 21. Moscow has emerged a»»»

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BNE 32m

UAE warns it could sell oil in yuan if dollar liquidity crunch hits

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has warned Washington it could switch to Chinese yuan or other currencies to settle oil sales if it faces a severe shortage of US dollars, Russian oil industry publication Neft i Kapital reported on April 21. »»»

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BNE 32m

COMMENT: Is Iran the fourth superpower?

For 30 years, analysts warned that Iran could close the Strait of Hormuz. For 30 years, Iran did not. It threatened to close the Strait, but it never pulled the trigger. The US and its Gulf allies assumed Iran was jive-talking. That changed on February 28 when the US and Israel thought they could b»»»

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BNE 32m

The Kazakh fintech Freedom Holding sets its sights on the world

Freedom Holding Corp has undergone a transformation that few could have predicted. It listed on Nasdaq in 2019 as a mid-sized Kazakh brokerage, the first Kazakh brokerage ever to list in the US, yet today it is a $9.6bn fintech platform with operations spanning Central Asia, Europe, the US and the »»»

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BNE 32m

Western Balkans risk losing €700mn in EU funds over delayed reforms

The European Union has warned Western Balkan countries they risk losing more than €700mn in growth package funding unless stalled reforms are accelerated, Radio Free Europe (RFE) reported on April 20. European Commissioner»»»

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BNE 32m

Western Balkans risk losing €700mn in EU funds over delayed reforms

The European Union has warned Western Balkan countries they risk losing more than €700mn in growth package funding unless stalled reforms are accelerated, Radio Free Europe (RFE) reported on April 20. European Commissioner»»»

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BNE 32m

Western Balkans risk losing €700mn in EU funds over delayed reforms

The European Union has warned Western Balkan countries they risk losing more than €700mn in growth package funding unless stalled reforms are accelerated, Radio Free Europe (RFE) reported on April 20. European Commissioner»»»

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BNE 32m

Western Balkans risk losing €700mn in EU funds over delayed reforms

The European Union has warned Western Balkan countries they risk losing more than €700mn in growth package funding unless stalled reforms are accelerated, Radio Free Europe (RFE) reported on April 20. European Commissioner»»»

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BNE 32m

Western Balkans risk losing €700mn in EU funds over delayed reforms

The European Union has warned Western Balkan countries they risk losing more than €700mn in growth package funding unless stalled reforms are accelerated, Radio Free Europe (RFE) reported on April 20. European Commissioner»»»

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BNE 32m

Western Balkans risk losing €700mn in EU funds over delayed reforms

The European Union has warned Western Balkan countries they risk losing more than €700mn in growth package funding unless stalled reforms are accelerated, Radio Free Europe (RFE) reported on April 20. European Commissioner»»»

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BNE 36m

Russian computer gamers face payment and access after crackdown

Russian video game players are facing growing difficulties accessing and paying for domestic and foreign gaming services as a result of telecoms regulator Roskomnadzor's crackdown on connectivity, National News Service (NSN) reported on April 21. »»»

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BNE 36m

Russia expects resumption of Gulf diplomacy, Lavrov says

Russia expects positive news on the resumption of diplomatic efforts to resolve the situation around Iran, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said, state news agency TASS reported on April 21. Moscow has emerged a»»»

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France24 56m

US held secret talks with Cuba

Cuba and the United States say officials recently held talks on the island as tensions remain high over the US energy blockade on the Caribbean nation. A US State Department official said the meeting took place on April 10th, while Cuba identified lifting the blockade as a key priority. Morgan Ayre»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

PISQ organises ‘Echoes of Devotion – Edition 2’ Qirat competition

The Pakistan International School Qatar (PISQ) successfully organised its Qirat competition titled “Echoes of Devotion – Edition 2” under the patronage of Principal Ch Muhammad Afzal, creating a spiritually uplifting and disciplined environment for students to showcase their Qur’anic recitation ski»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

Qatar participates in 38th session of FAO Regional Conference for NENA

QNA Doha The State of Qatar participated in the 38th session of the Conference of the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) Regional Conference for the Near East and North Africa (NENA), held in the United Arab Emirates via video conferencing. The Qatari delegation was headed by Assistant Underse»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

HMC’s NMHH handles over 19,000 calls in 2025

Tribune News Network Doha The National Mental Health Helpline (NMHH) at Hamad Medical Corporation is marking its 6th anniversary and has had a further year of growth and success. The service is the primary point of access for mental health support in Qatar, offering a fully confidential, rapid resp»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

‘Openness of Strait of Hormuz a shared int’l responsibility’

He emphasised that ensuring the continued openness of the Strait of Hormuz is a shared international responsibility, reaffirming Qatar’s commitment to its role as a reliable global energy partner.He added that Doha is working closely with international allies to safeguard maritime security and main»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Qatar beach handball team opens Sanya Games with victories over Pakistan and Oman

Sanya: Qatar’s national beach handball team began their campaign at the 6th Asian Beach Games – Sanya 2026 with two well-deserved victories over Pakistan and Oman in the opening matches of the men’s competition, which got underway yesterday. President of the Olympic Council of Asia and President of»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Sheikh Joaan chairs Olympic Council of Asia’s Executive Board meeting

Sanya: President of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani chaired the 109th Executive Board meeting in Sanya, China, on the sidelines of the 2026 Asian Beach Games. He opened the meeting with a welcome address, praising members for their continued efforts in serving t»»»

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RT 1h

Russian envoy accuses US and Israel of war crimes in Iran

The US and Israel have committed war crimes in Iran, Russian Ambassador to Tehran Aleksey Dedov has declared while inspecting the ruins of a hospital in the Iranian capital destroyed in the strikes. The diplomat made the remarks to RT on Monday during a visit to damaged residential areas alongside »»»

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UPI 1h

Rate of depression in United States continues at higher level - UPI.com

People gather in November 2024 in New York City. A new Gallup poll shows 19.1% of U.S. adults say they’re depressed or are receiving treatment for depression, which translates to about 51 million people in the country. File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo April 21 (UPI) -- In the first »»»

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Arab News 1h

Russia says freed two hostages taken by jihadists in Niger

MOSCOW: Russia’s army said Tuesday its Africa Corps unit had freed two hostages — employees of Russian geology company — held in Mali, almost two years after they were captured by an Al-Qaeda-linked group in neighboring Niger. In August 2024, the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (GSIM) re»»»

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Arab News 2h

Sousa fumes as Machida advance to Asian Champions League final

JEDDAH: Tournament debutants Machida ‌Zelvia booked their place in the Asian Champions League Elite final with a 1-0 victory over Dubai-based Shabab Al-Ahli that ended in controversy in Jeddah on Tuesday. Yuki Soma scored the game’s only goal in the 12th minute for the J-League outfit, who will fac»»»

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Arab News 2h

Iran war means more orders for US defense giants

NEW YORK: US defense companies are reporting a surge in demand for military equipment, as the war in the Middle East prompts fresh orders from governments around the world. Earnings Tuesday signaled that 2026 will be another strong year after a robust 2025 in the wake of continuing conflicts in Gaz»»»

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Arab News 2h

Morocco expects strong cereal output after winter floods

RABAT: Morocco’s agriculture minister said Tuesday the country expected a strong cereal harvest after massive rains over the winter, with output estimated to reach nearly 9 million tons — more than double last year’s. “Owing to the significant rainfall... cereal production should reach nearly 90 mi»»»

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Arab News 2h

Trump says Anthropic is ‘shaping up,’ open to deal with Pentagon

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday ‌Anthropic was “shaping up” in the eyes of his administration, opening the door for the AI company to reverse its blacklisting at the Pentagon. Trump directed the government in February to stop working with Anthropic. ​The Pentagon followed up b»»»

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Arab News 2h

Maradona’s daughter assails doctor in negligence trial over soccer great’s death

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina: One of Diego Maradona’s daughters lashed out at neurosurgeon Leopoldo Luque, who was considered her father’s primary physician at the time of his death, during a negligence trial Tuesday. Gianinna Maradona, in a court in the Buenos Aires town of San Isidro, testified in the»»»

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UPI 2h

RFK Jr. says he never talked to Trump about Schwartz CDC nomination - UPI.com

Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. speaks during a House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies hearing on the budget for the Department of Health and Human Services in Washington, D.C., on April 16. On Tuesday, Kenn»»»

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Gulf News 2h

What backup routes can Gulf countries use instead of Strait of Hormuz?

Dubai: The disruption to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz is exposing a structural constraint in global energy markets: alternatives exist, but were they ever designed to fully replace the corridor? Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.The strait »»»

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Gulf News 2h

UAE and Sierra Leone Presidents meet to discuss bilateral ties

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received Julius Maada Bio, President of the Republic of Sierra Leone, who is on a working visit to the UAE. During the meeting, they discussed ways to advance bilateral ties for the benefit of both nations and their peoples, particularly»»»

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Arab News 3h

Attacks by pro-Iran militias strain Iraq’s sovereignty, fray ties with Gulf Arab neighbors

LONDON: On March 26, representatives of the US and Iraqi governments gathered in Irbil for the first meeting of the new US-Iraq High Joint Coordination Committee, set up at Washington’s urging in a bid to keep Iraq out of the current conflict in the region. The following day, the US Embassy in Bagh»»»

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Arab News 3h

UK king pays tribute to ‘darling mama’ on late queen’s 100th birthday

LONDON: Britain’s King Charles on Tuesday paid a heartfelt tribute to his mother, the late queen Elizabeth II in a video message on what would have been her 100th birthday. The king’s moving homage came as the final plans for a memorial for the nation’s longest serving monarch were unveiled. Referr»»»

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UPI 3h

EU's top court finds Hungary violated law with anti-LGBTQ reforms - UPI.com

1 of 2 | A participant holds a rainbow flag during the gay pride parade in downtown Budapest, Hungary, on July 24, 2021. On Tuesday, the European Union's top court said Hungary's anti-LGBTQ legislation violated the EU's treaty. File Photo by Szilard Koszticzak/EPA-EFE April 21 (UPI) -- The European»»»

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Arab News 3h

Venus Williams exits in first round of Madrid Open

MADRID: Venus Williams was knocked out of the Madrid Open in the first round on Tuesday as the 45-year-old went down in straight sets to Kaitlin Quevedo. The 20-year-old Spanish wild card beat the seven-time Grand Slam champion 6-2, 6-4. Ranked 479th in the world, Williams has now lost all seven ma»»»

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Naharnet 3h

Macron tells Israel that Hezbollah must be disarmed 'by the Lebanese themselves'

Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said Tuesday the country needed 500 million euros to address the war's humanitarian fallout, as a fragile 10-day ceasefire holds between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah. The appeal came after a meeting in Paris between French President Emmanuel Macron and the Lebanese pr»»»