Bulgarian News Agency 9m

Kronospan on Time with Plan for Safe Shutdown of One of Its Production Lines in Veliko Tarnovo

Within the required 24-hour deadline, the wood-processing company Kronospan Bulgaria submitted to the Regional Inspectorate of Environment (RIEW) and Water a plan for the safe shutdown of its particleboard production line in Veliko Tarnovo, the company’s press office said on Saturday. On Friday, Ja»»»

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BBC 13m

Ugandan leader to extend 40-year rule after being declared winner of contested poll

President Yoweri Museveni has been declared the winner of Thursday's election and is set to extend his 40 years in power by another five years. He got a huge majority, according to the election commission, ahead of his closest challenger Bobi Wine, who has condemned the "fake results". Wine has cal»»»

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BBC 24m

Supreme leader blames US for deadly protests in Iran

Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has accused the US and Donald Trump of being responsible for "casualties, damage and slander" in his country during recent protests. In a speech on Saturday, Khamenei acknowledged that thousands of people had been killed during recent unrest, "some in »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 34m

Kronospan Submits on Time Plan for Safe Shutdown of One of Its Production Lines in Veliko Tarnovo

Within the required 24-hour deadline, the wood-processing company Kronospan Bulgaria submitted to the Regional Inspectorate of Environment (RIEW) and Water a plan for the safe shutdown of its particleboard production line in Veliko Tarnovo, the company’s press office said on Saturday. On Friday, Ja»»»

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Kuna 36m

Bahrain welcomes 2nd phase of Gaza ceasefire agreement

MANAMA, Jan 17 (KUNA) -- Bahrain on Saturday welcomed the announced launching of the second phase of US President Donald Trump's Gaza peace plan and formation of a temporary national Palestinian committee to run the Strip.In a press release, the Bahraini Foreign Ministry commended the US president'»»»

Novinite 41m

Bulgaria Maintains Europe’s Lowest Household Electricity Prices, Minister Says

Energy Minister Zhecho Stankov has firmly rejected claims by former Finance Minister Asen Vassilev from "We Continue the Change" that Bulgaria’s inflation is driven by high household electricity prices. Speaking in Stara Zagora, Stankov said Vassilev’s statements were inaccurate and misleading, str»»»

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Gulf News 44m

Man walks into police station confessing to killing wife

A quiet Saturday morning at Maharajpur police station in Kanpur was shattered when a visibly distraught young man walked in crying and made a chilling confession. “Sir, I have strangled my wife,” he told the officer on duty, adding that her body lay wrapped in a blanket at their home. The man, iden»»»

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The Peninsula 53m

Thousands join anti-Trump 'Hands off Greenland' protests in Demark

Copenhagen: Thousands of people took to the streets of Denmark's capital on Saturday to protest at US President Donald Trump's push to take over Greenland, an autonomous Danish territory. The protest followed Trump's warning on Friday that he "may put a tariff" on countries that oppose his plans to»»»

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The Peninsula 53m

Louvre heist probe still aims to 'recover jewellery': top prosecutor

Paris, France: French investigators remain determined to find the imperial jewels stolen from the Louvre in October, a prosecutor has told AFP. Police believe they have arrested all four thieves who carried out the brazen October 19, 2025 robbery, making off with jewellery worth an estimated $102 m»»»

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Al Manar 57m

Imam Khamenei: US President Culprit in Recent Riots, Iranian Nation Broke Back of Sedition

Leader of the Islamic Revolution in Iran Imam Sayyed Ali Khamenei described US President Donald Trump as the main culprit for the killings and destruction in recent foreign-linked riots, stressing that the Iranian nation broke the back of the sedition by unity. The Leader was addressing thousands o»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Thousands Join Anti-Trump 'Hands Off Greenland' Protests in Denmark

Thousands of people took to the streets of Denmark's capital on Saturday to protest at US President Donald Trump's push to take over Greenland, an autonomous Danish territory. The protest followed Trump's warning on Friday that he "may put a tariff" on countries that oppose his plans to take over m»»»

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BBC 1h

Syrian army moves east of Aleppo after Kurdish forces withdraw

The Syrian army is moving into areas east of Aleppo city, after Kurdish forces started a withdrawal. Syrian troops have been spotted entering Deir Hafer, a town about 50km (30 miles) from Aleppo. On Friday, the Kurdish Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) militia announced it would redeploy east of the E»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Two Kerala tourists drown in Arunachal lake; one dead, another missing

Two tourists from Kerala drowned after stepping onto the frozen Sela Lake in Arunachal Pradesh’s Tawang district, police said on Friday. The lake sits at an elevation of about 13,700 feet and is prone to extreme winter conditions. Police identified the deceased tourists as Binu Prakash (24) from Ko»»»

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Gulf News 1h

After 20 years in the UAE, Pakistan expat Abdul Salam wins Dh100,000 in UAE Lottery

It’s exciting to win something. For long-time Pakistani resident Adul Salam Muhammad Ashraf that feeling of victory came after 20 years in the UAE. On January 13, he won Dh100,000 in The UAE Lottery. It was a serendipitous opportunity that presented itself about a year ago, when he heard about the »»»

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Sputnik 1h

White House Deputy Chief of Staff Calls Denmark 'Tiny Country' Unable to Control Greenland

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller said on Saturday that Denmark is a "tiny country" that is unable to control Greenland. "With respect to Denmark, Denmark is a tiny country with a tiny economy and a tiny military. They cannot defend Greenland. So they want us to sp»»»

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Kuna 1h

Egypt Pres. commends Trump's message, peace efforts

CAIRO, Jan 17 (KUNA) -- Egyptian President Abdelfattah Al-Sisi appreciated Saturday a message sent by US President Donald Trump and his efforts to support peace and stability regionally and internationally.In a post on "Facebook", President Al-Sisi praised Trump's message and efforts exerted to bri»»»

Novinite 1h

Chairman of Bulgaria's Fiscal Council: Euro Transition Smooth, Prices Already Raised and Won’t Drop

Simeon Dyankov, chairman of Bulgaria’s Fiscal Council, has warned that price increases implemented by traders are likely to remain in place despite new laws and fines, highlighting structural issues in the country’s economic regulation. Speaking on BNT, Dyankov explained that last-minute legislativ»»»

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BBC 2h

The one measure that can tell us a lot about the state of the UK economy

A new year, a new beginning. The latest monthly figures on the economy hardly confirm a change of gear, but nor do they back up the worst doom-mongers claiming decline and recession. It is neither doom nor boom, but a new year makes an opportunity to wipe the slate clean on policy, on a sense of ce»»»

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Naharnet 2h

Trump taps Tony Blair, US military head for Gaza

U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday gave a key role in post-war Gaza to former British prime minister Tony Blair and appointed a U.S. officer to lead a nascent security force. Trump named members of a board to help supervise Gaza that was dominated by Americans, as he promotes a controversial vis»»»

DW 2h

EU and Mercosur countries to sign landmark free trade deal

BusinessBrazilEU and Mercosur countries to sign landmark free trade dealShakeel Sobhan with AFP, ReutersThe agreement took 25 years to negotiate and will create one of the world's largest free trade zones. The trade deal will be signed, despite opposition from some European farmers. https://p.dw.co»»»

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Middle East Observer 2h

Egypt Leads Africa in AI Readiness, Ranks 51st Worldwide

Egypt has emerged as Africa’s most AI-ready country, ranking 51st globally out of 195 nations in the 2025 Government Artificial Intelligence Readiness Index published by Oxford Insights, according to a statement by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology. With a score of 57.5, Egy»»»

Al Awsat 2h

Sisi Says he Values Trump Offer to Mediate Egypt-Ethiopia Dispute on GERD

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi said he valued an offer by US President Donald Trump to mediate ⁠a dispute over Nile River waters between Egypt and Ethiopia. In a post on ⁠X, Sisi said on Saturday that he addressed Trump's letter by affirming Egypt's position and concerns about the country'»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Cabbage takes center stage in this comforting pasta

For my first column of 2026, I’m sharing a pasta recipe starring cabbage, sausage and tomatoes. It’s got all the things you could want at this time of year: comfort, nutrition and affordability. The idea for this dish first came to me about a year ago, but for various reasons, I’m just sharing it w»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Aircraft loses contact in Indonesia's South Sulawesi, search underway

Jakarta, Indonesia: An ATR 400 aircraft flying from Yogyakarta to Makassar lost contact on Saturday around Maros Regency in South Sulawesi, Indonesian local media reported. The aircraft, operated by Indonesia Air Transport, was scheduled to land at Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport in Makassa»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 3h

Opposition Leader Sees Risks in Planned Microsoft Contract for State Administration

Bozhidar Bozhanov, Deputy Floor Leader of Continue the Change - Democratic Bulgaria, the largest opposition group in Parliament, warned that Bulgaria is preparing to sign a new contract with Microsoft for the state administration, a move that entails long-term risks for national security and digita»»»

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Egypt Independent 3h

Egypt announces new oil and gas discoveries adding 47 mln cu ft of gas, 4,300 bpd

Ahmed Jadallah/Reuters CAIRO, Jan 16 (MENA) – The Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources said on Friday that several oil and gas companies operating in Egypt have drilled a number of successful wells in their concession areas in the Western Desert, Eastern Desert and the Nile Delta, including »»»

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24 News Agency 3h

Residents of Alai district voluntarily surrender traumatic weapons to police - | 24.KG

The Osh Regional Department of Internal Affairs reported that three citizens in Alai district voluntarily handed over three traumatic pistols to the police for subsequent destruction. According to the police, the decision was made following the circulation of videos on social media showing threats »»»

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Gulf News 3h

Dubai opens expanded bridge to DXB Terminal 1 to ease traffic flow

Dubai: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has opened a newly expanded bridge leading to Terminal 1 at Dubai International Airport (DXB), the authority announced on Saturday. The project, carried out in partnership with Dubai Aviation Engineering Projects, has widened the bridge from three »»»

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RT 3h

White House unveils members of Gaza ‘Board of Peace’

President Donald Trump has unveiled the leadership structure of a high-powered committee which will oversee the reconstruction and governance of Gaza, naming himself as its chairman and appointing a controversial roster of diplomats, financiers and political allies. In a White House statement relea»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Branded the ‘lizard family,’ Indonesian household turns stigma into global awareness

Dubai: In a remote village in North Sumatra, Indonesia, the Manurung family has found itself thrust into an unexpected global spotlight, as videos documenting their daily lives spread rapidly across social media, challenging long-held prejudices and misconceptions. Four of the six Manurung siblings»»»

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BBC 4h

Police deny claims Uganda opposition leader abducted by helicopter

Police in Uganda have denied allegations that presidential candidate Bobi Wine was abducted on Friday evening as vote counting continues in the East African nation amid an internet blackout. Wine's party said a helicopter landed in the grounds of his house in the capital, Kampala, and forcibly took»»»

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Al Manar 4h

Israeli occupation forces stage series of raid and detention campaign across 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 stage series of raid and detention campaign across occupied West Bank 17-01-2026 09:20 AM Latest News Urgent News»»»

The Peninsula 5h

US air authority warns of 'military activities' over Mexico, Central America

New York: US aviation authorities issued notices Friday warning airlines to "exercise caution" in the airspace over Mexico and Central America due to "military activities." The Federal Aviation Administration posted a series of messages cautioning about a "potentially hazardous situation," citing t»»»

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Al Awsat 5h

US Names Rubio, Tony Blair, Kushner to Gaza Board under Trump's Plan

The White House on Friday announced some members of a so-called "Board of Peace" that is to supervise the temporary governance of Gaza, which has been under a fragile ceasefire since October. The names include US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff, »»»

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Kuna 5h

Kuwait banks contribute 60.9 pct to bourse's capital value - report

KUWAIT, Jan 17 (KUNA) -- The Kuwaiti banking sector contributed 60.9 percent to Boursa Kuwait's capital value as of the end of 2025, showed a specialized economic report on Saturday.The sector was also the most attractive to indirect foreign investment and the most liquid among the stock exchange's»»»

BBC 5h

Japanese mayor apologises after calling staff 'human scum'

The mayor of Yokohama has apologised for insulting colleagues after an official publicly accused him of making offensive remarks. At a news conference, the Japanese city's human resource chief, Jun Kubota, alleged that Mayor Takeharu Yamanaka had used terms such as "idiot" and "human scum" to dispa»»»

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The Peninsula 5h

Syrian army says entering area east of Aleppo after Kurds agree to withdraw

Aleppo, Syria: Syria's army said Saturday its forces had started entering an area east of the city of Aleppo after Kurdish forces agreed to withdraw from the region following recent clashes. In a statement carried by state television, the army said its forces "began entering the western Euphrates a»»»

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UPI 5h

On This Day, Jan. 17: Kobe, Japan, earthquake kills thousands - UPI.com

On Jan. 17, 1995, a powerful earthquake rocked Kobe, Japan, and the surrounding area, killing about 5,500 people. 1 of 6 | People offer prayers for the victims of the January 17, 1995, Great Hanshin earthquake with candles marking the date during a ceremony January 17, 2025, in Kobe, Japan. File Ph»»»

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Al Awsat 5h

Israel Continues Targeting UN Peacekeepers in Southern Lebanon

Attacks on the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) have continued in southern Lebanon, raising growing concern among Lebanese and diplomatic circles. The latest incident occurred on Thursday in the border village of Adaisseh, where an Israeli drone dropped a grenade near a UNIFIL patro»»»

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The Peninsula 5h

Cuba producing only enough power for half its needs

Havana: Cuba, which US President Donald Trump has threatened to cut off from its main oil supplies, generated only half of the electricity it needed in 2025, according to official statistics analyzed by AFP. The communist island is in the throes of its worst economic crisis in decades, marked by re»»»

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Kuna 5h

Kuwait marks 35th anniv. of first liberation airstrike

Report by Shaimaa Al-Ruwaished KUWAIT, Jan 17 (KUNA) -- An unforgettable chapter in Kuwaitآ’s history and in the hearts of the Kuwaiti people is marked today (Saturday), as the first airstrike by the international coalition forces was launched on January 17, 1991, marking the start of the "Operatio»»»

Al Manar 5h

UNIFIL: We remind the Israeli army of its obligation to ensure the safety of peacekeepers and to stop actions that could endanger them or their positions and violate UN Resolution 1701 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe UNIFIL: We remind the Israeli army of its obligation to ensure the safety of peacekeepers and to stop actions that could endanger them or t»»»

Al Awsat 6h

Iron Age Teeth Fossils Reveal Diet Diversity of Italians 2,500 Years Ago

Italians began exploring a varied diet sometime between the 7th and 6th centuries BC, according to a new analysis of ancient teeth from Iron Age Italians. Unravelling details about the lifestyles of ancient cultures is a challenging task, as it requires specific, well-preserved fossils of long-dece»»»

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The Peninsula 6h

Djokovic says 'addiction' to tennis keeps him going at 38

Melbourne: Novak Djokovic said Saturday he still gets a "drug-like" adrenaline rush from tennis and is not thinking about retiring anytime soon. The 38-year-old is about to embark on his 21st Australian Open and remains among the top contenders, behind defending champion Jannik Sinner and top-ranke»»»

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Al Awsat 6h

Iron Age Teeth Fossils Reveal Diversity of Diet of Italians 2,500 Years Ago

Italians began exploring a varied diet sometime between the 7th and 6th centuries BC, according to a new analysis of ancient teeth from Iron Age Italians. Unravelling details about the lifestyles of ancient cultures is a challenging task, as it requires specific, well-preserved fossils of long-dece»»»

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Al Awsat 6h

Cautious Calm in Iran Amid Heightened Security Measures

Iran is facing a sweeping security crackdown after a wave of arrests and the heavy deployment of forces in Tehran and other cities, as residents and a rights group said protests have largely abated under the weight of the clampdown. Accounts from residents in the capital described a cautious calm s»»»

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Gulf News 6h

Dubai extends paid parking deadline in Discovery Gardens after residents face app issues

Dubai’s Discovery Gardens community has been given extra time to register for on-street paid parking, after residents reported problems using the PARKONIC app. Parkonic confirmed on Saturday that the activation period has been extended until Monday, January 19. The company said it understands resid»»»

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Libya Herald 6h

Libya and Saudi Arabia discuss expanding partnership in oil, gas, and renewable energy

The Tripoli based Libyan government reported last Thursday (15 January) that it had held discussions in Saudi Arabia on ways to enhance cooperation in the energy sector and expand partnerships in the oil, gas, and renewable energy fields during a series of official meetings held with the Saudi Mini»»»

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Al Awsat 6h

Israel Sees Spike in Suicide Among Troops

Israel is grappling with a dramatic increase in post-traumatic stress disorder and suicide among its troops after its two-year assault on Gaza, precipitated by the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on southern Israel. Recent reports by the Defense Ministry and by health providers have detailed the mili»»»

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Qatar Tribune 6h

UNESCO commends EAA's role in fostering youth refugee education

PARIS: Chair of the Executive Board of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), Dr Nasser bin Hamad Al Henzab commended the active role played by the Education Above All (EAA) Foundation in fostering and supporting the right to education globally, emphasizing t»»»

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