BBC 2m

A private jet and massive debt - the rise and fall of a £1m Glastonbury ticket scammer

Miles Hart had a reputation as a guy who could get anything. Friends from the elite private school he used to attend say he once surprised them with an all-expenses-paid trip to Paris on a private jet with less than 24 hours notice. So when he started selling Glastonbury tickets, hospitality passes»»»

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Gulf News 6m

Man loses Dh24,500 in a single phone call from fake ‘bank employee’

Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Civil Family and Administrative Court has ordered a man to return Dh24,500 he unlawfully withdrew from another person’s bank account after posing as a bank employee and convincing the victim to share his card details and PIN under the pretext of updating his account informa»»»

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The Peninsula 11m

Qatar win two gold, one bronze as World Military Parachuting Championship ends

Doha, Qatar: Qatar soared to glory at the 47th CISM World Military Parachuting Championship 2025, claiming two gold medals and a bronze at the conclusion of a spectacular event organised by the Qatar Air Sports Committee at Umm Shakhout Airport. The national team triumphed in both the team and indi»»»

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The Peninsula 11m

Taymoor Al Shahania lands Qetaifan Cup

Doha, Qatar: Taymoor Al Shahania displayed impressive grit to capture the Qetaifan Cup, a Purebred Arabian Conditions race for 3YO+ run over 1200m at Al Uqda Racecourse yesterday. The four-year-old bay colt, owned by Al Bida Racing and trained by Ibrahim Khaled Elahmed, shadowed the longtime leader»»»

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Al Awsat 12m

US Rejects ‘Foreign Interference’ Iraq Govt Formation Process

The United States has made its position clear on Iraq’s government formation efforts, explicitly saying that it rejects foreign meddling in the process. US Special Envoy to Iraq Mark Savaya said: “Iraq has made significant progress over the past three years, and we hope to see this progress continu»»»

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Gulf News 18m

Group who bought Porsche with fake cheque sentenced to 6 months in jail

Dubai: A group of fraudsters who stole a Porsche Cayenne after paying the seller with a forged cheque have been ordered to repay the value of the luxury vehicle and compensate the victim, following parallel criminal and civil court rulings. The incident began when the owner listed his Porsche Cayen»»»

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The Peninsula 21m

Awqaf Ministry honours winners of sixth ‘Waqf & Image’ photography competition

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs honoured the winners of the sixth edition of the “Waqf & Image” photography competition during a ceremony held at the headquarters of the General Directorate of Endowments in Al Waab. Undersecretary of the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs »»»

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The Peninsula 23m

‘Guess and Win’ competition draws 5,796 participants

Doha, Qatar: As part of the activities at Kids Expo 2025, recently held at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre (DECC), the “Guess and Win” competition was organised. The competition challenged participants to guess the number of balls contained in a large container, with a prize of QR3,000 fo»»»

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The Peninsula 23m

MoL holds workplace hazard awareness seminars

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Labour (MoL), through its Occupational Safety and Health Department, organised a series of awareness seminars on preventing workplace hazards, in cooperation with Al Tawfeeq & Partners Contracting, the InterContinental Hotel, and Qatar Trading and Contracting Group, wit»»»

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The Peninsula 23m

MoPH contributes to international food safety standards at Codex

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Public Health participated in the forty-eighth session of the Codex Alimentarius Commission, which was recently held in Rome, the Italian capital, with representatives from member states and international organisations concerned with establishing global food standards. »»»

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The Peninsula 23m

Engin Altan highlights ‘Ertugrul’ impact at Doha Film Festival

Doha: Turkish actor Engin Altan Düzyatan, widely celebrated for his titular role in historical drama Diriliş: Ertuğrul, offered a candid look into the extraordinary global success of the series during a press briefing at Doha Film Festival (DFF) by Doha Film Institute. “Arab countries enjoyed the s»»»

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Al Awsat 24m

Vietnam Flood Death Toll Rises to 90

The death toll from major flooding in Vietnam has risen to 90, with 12 people still missing, the environment ministry said Sunday, after days of heavy rain and landslides. Relentless rain has lashed south-central Vietnam since late October and popular holiday destinations have been hit by several r»»»

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The Peninsula 35m

QSL: Mancini off to a winning start with Al Sadd as Al Rayyan climb to second

Doha, Qatar: Roberto Mancini made a winning debut as Al Sadd defeated Al Sailiya 3-1 in the Qatar Stars League (QSL) yesterday, with Giovani stealing the spotlight - scoring twice, assisting once and later being sent off in a dramatic performance. Al Rayyan also claimed full points after edging Umm»»»

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The Peninsula 35m

Our goal is to be champions, says Brazil’s Dell

Doha, Qatar: Brazilian forward Dell reaffirmed his team’s ambition to lift the trophy after his dazzling performance carried Brazil into the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025 semi-finals. Speaking to FIFA following a dramatic 2-1 win over Morocco, the striker reflected on the night he scored twice, on»»»

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Kuna 36m

Cairo, Ankara underline UNSC Gaza resolution implementation

CAIRO, Nov 23 (KUNA) -- Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan underlined the significance of putting the recent United Nations Security Council (UNSC) resolution on Gaza in place.This came during a meeting held between both ministers on the sidelines of th»»»

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Visit Qatar deepens MICE partnerships during participation at IBTM World 2025

Doha, Qatar: Visit Qatar has concluded its participation at IBTM World 2025, one of the world’s leading trade shows for the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) industry, held in Barcelona, Spain, from November 18 to 20. The participation underscored Qatar’s growing reputation »»»

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The Peninsula 47m

MIA, NMK present ‘Islamic Art: A Journey of Splendor’

Doha, Qatar: The Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) and the National Museum of Korea (NMK) are presenting Islamic Art: A Journey of Splendor in Seoul, South Korea. This landmark collaboration marks the first comprehensive presentation of MIA’s world-renowned collection in South Korea, taking audiences on »»»

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The Peninsula 47m

‘Amir’s visit to Rwanda and DR Congo strengthens Qatar’s presence in Africa’

Doha: Chairman of the Internal and External Affairs Committee of the Shura Council H E Yousef bin Ali Al Khater praised the distinguished relations and growing partnerships that bind the State of Qatar to the countries of the African continent, based on mutual respect and convergence of interests i»»»

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The Peninsula 47m

OIC welcomes Doha Peace Framework between DRC govt and M23 Movement

Jeddah: The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has welcomed the signing of the Doha Framework Agreement for Peace between the government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the Congo River Alliance (M23 Movement). In a statement on Friday, the OIC General Secretariat praised th»»»

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Al Awsat 48m

Families of Yemeni Aid Workers Detained by Houthis Despair for their Fate

Ahmed al-Yamani's family went from joy of celebrating his daughter's wedding to terror the next day, when masked troops stormed into their home in Sanaa, Yemen's capital held by the country's Iran-backed Houthis, and arrested him. The family didn't hear from him for months. His only crime, they sus»»»

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Al Awsat 48m

Iraq’s Coordination Framework Tasks Maliki with Negotiations to Name President, Speaker, PM

Asharq Al-Awsat has learned that former Iraqi Prime Minister and head of the State of Law coalition Nouri al-Maliki has been “fully” tasked by the Shiite pro-Iran Coordination Framework to lead negotiations over naming the country’s president, parliament speaker and PM following parliamentary elect»»»

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BBC 57m

Vietnam floods leave at least 90 dead and 12 missing

At least 90 people have died and another 12 are missing after days of heavy rain in Vietnam led to flooding and landslides. The Vietnamese government says 186,000 homes have been damaged across the country, with more than three million livestock swept away. Officials estimate there has been hundred»»»

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The Peninsula 59m

Amir’s G20 participation demonstrates recognition of Qatar’s global efforts: Ambassador

Doha: South Africa’s Ambassador in Doha H E Ghulam Hussein Asmal has described Amir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani’s participation at the upcoming G20 Summit as a strategically significant move that underscores global recognition of Qatar’s contributions. The two-day summit took place from Nov»»»

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The Peninsula 59m

Education Ministry, Doha Film Institute launch exhibition to support Palestinian children through art

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE), in collaboration with the Doha Film Institute DFI), inaugurated the art exhibition “Colors of Hope: An Art Competition for Palestinian Children” on Thursday at the Katara Cultural Village. The event combined creative expression wi»»»

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RT 1h

Ukrainian victory over Russia a ‘fantasy’ – Vance

US Vice President J.D. Vance has defended Washington’s plan for settling the Ukraine conflict, arguing that its opponents are wrong to think that increasing pressure on Russia could change the situation on the battlefield. On Friday, former Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell claimed on X that»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

21 Arab nations join Qatar in first cross-border cybersecurity drill

Doha, Qatar: Qatar yesterday hosted the inaugural ‘Arab Cyber Exercise’, conducted within the framework of the 12th National Cyber Drill organised by the National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA), which brought together participants from 21 Arab nations along with the General Secretariat of the Council»»»

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BBC 1h

In Ukraine's 'kill-zone', robots are a lifeline to troops trapped on perilous eastern front

"The toy is delivered," a Ukrainian soldier whispers into the radio. In the dead of night, he and his partner move quickly to roll out their cargo from a van. Speed is crucial as they are within the range of deadly Russian drones. The fifth brigade's new "toy" is an unmanned ground vehicle (UGV), a»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Dubai Run transforms Sheikh Zayed Road into a vibrant festival of fitness

Dubai woke up to a dazzling spectacle on Sunday morning as tens of thousands of residents — from toddlers in strollers to seniors with decades of UAE memories — turned Sheikh Zayed Road into a river of colour, movement and joy for the annual Dubai Run. With national flags fluttering and pyrotechnic»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

WISE 12 opens tomorrow, to reimagine learning in AI age

Doha, Qatar: The 12th edition of the World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE) will open tomorrow (Monday), highlighting the role of human values in shaping the future of learning, even as education systems embrace rapid advances in technology and AI. Held under the theme “Humanity.io: Human Val»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Heavy rain to persist in Kerala

Heavy rainfall accompanied by lightning, thunder and gusty winds up to 40 km/h are expected to continue across Kerala on Sunday. India Meteorological Department (IMD) has expanded alerts in view of a strengthening cyclonic circulation over the southeast Arabian Sea. The IMD has issued a yellow aler»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Vietnam flood death toll rises to 90

Hanoi: The death toll from major flooding in Vietnam has risen to 90, with 12 people still missing, the environment ministry said Sunday, after days of heavy rain and landslides. Relentless rain has lashed south-central Vietnam since late October and popular holiday destinations have been hit by se»»»

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BBC 2h

US insists it authored Ukraine peace plan ahead of talks on ending war

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has insisted that a proposed plan to end the Ukraine war, which has been widely viewed as favourable to Russia, was authored by the US. It comes after a group of senators said they had been told by Rubio that the draft - which one described as a Russian "wish list" - »»»

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Sputnik 2h

US Caribbean Build-Up ‘Too Small for Broader Offensive’ - Venezuelan MP

The US has deployed more assets to the Caribbean than are needed for drummed-up counter-narcotics operations, yet still nowhere near enough for an attack on Venezuela, says Venezuelan lawmaker Juan Romero, a member of parliament from the ruling United Socialist Party of Venezuela (PSUV). From a str»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Dubai Run 2025: How to deal with road closures

As thousands of Dubai residents, citizens and visitors run, jog, and walk on Sheikh Zayed Road for Dubai Run, you may be facing some issues getting to where you want to be. Fortunately, Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority has the answer. It tweeted on Nov 23, "Download S'hail app or use RTA journ»»»

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France24 2h

How key players reacted to US plan to end war in Ukraine

European leaders and UN officials voiced unease on Friday over a new US proposal to end the war in Ukraine, warning that Washington’s plan risked sidelining Kyiv and its allies. The 28-point plan calls for major concessions by Ukraine, including giving up a part of its eastern territory.  Euro»»»

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France24 2h

Trump forces Zelensky into a corner with plan to end war on Russian terms

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky has said his country faces a pivotal choice between standing up for its sovereign rights and preserving critical support from Washington as it faces intense pressure to agree to a US peace proposal that meets many of Russia's main war aims.  With his new »»»

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France24 2h

Thousands rally in Marseille to condemn drug violence after killing of activist's brother

Thousands marched in Marseille on Saturday to denounce drug trafficking after the killing of 20-year-old Mehdi Kessaci, a murder officials suspect was a "warning crime" linked to the anti-drug activism of his older brother Amine Kessaci. The activist began campaigning after his half-brother Brahim »»»

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France24 2h

European leaders say US plan for Ukraine 'requires additional work' ahead of Geneva talks

Ukraine said Saturday that its officials will meet US counterparts in Switzerland to discuss Washington’s proposed peace plan. Kyiv will seek to push back against provisions that mirror some of Moscow’s toughest demands, while European leaders said the US plan "is a basis which will require additio»»»

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Sputnik 2h

GOP Senators Vow to Derail Ukraine Settlement Due to Defense Industry Bets - Congresswoman

Republican senators are trying to prevent the US administration from achieving a settlement in Ukraine because they have invested in the defense industry, despite this being a flagrant violation of the law, Republican Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna said. "GOP Senators trying to destroy Trump’s pea»»»

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Sputnik 2h

We Are Two Meters Away From Peace Deal — Kellogg

US Special Envoy Keith Kellogg has stated that the United States is "two meters away" from finalizing a peace deal to end the conflict in Ukraine, emphasizing that President Trump is determined to bring the war to a close. Kellogg revealed that a 28-point peace plan will serve as the framework for »»»

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Sputnik 2h

US Preparing to Launch New Phase of Operations Against Venezuela in Coming Days - Reports

The United States is preparing to launch a new phase of operations against Venezuela in the coming days, including the possible overthrow of President Nicolas Maduro, Reuters reported, citing US officials. According to the agency's sources, who spoke on condition of anonymity, covert US operations »»»

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France24 3h

Trump praises New York mayor-elect Mamdani at warm White House meeting

US President Donald Trump and New York's incoming progressive mayor Zohran Mamdani were all smiles at a White House meeting on Friday, promising to set aside months of bitter feuding and cooperate on the city's future. Trump, who had previously labelled Mamdani a "100% Communist Lunatic", said the »»»

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France24 3h

MAGA figure Marjorie Taylor Greene to quit US Congress after split with Trump

Longtime Trump loyalist Marjorie Taylor Greene announced on Friday she was resigning from the House of Representatives in the wake of a dramatic falling out with the US president, who had labelled her a "traitor" and threatened to support a Republican challenger to unseat her in midterm elections. »»»

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France24 3h

Brazil's Bolsonaro detained for attempting to break ankle bracelet and escape

Brazil's former president Jair Bolsonaro, under house arrest while he appeals a conviction for a foiled coup attempt, was detained Saturday after the Supreme Court deemed him a high flight risk. The court said the far-right leader had tried to disable his ankle monitor in order to escape. &nbs»»»

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France24 3h

This mummy portrait isn’t from Roman Egypt - it was generated by AI

An image described as a “Fayum portrait”, a naturalistic portrait placed on mummies in Roman Egypt, has been widely shared on social media. It turns out that it is actually a fake AI-generated image that differs in key ways from the real portraits. Fayum portraits are a type of ancient Roman painti»»»

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France24 3h

G20 'at risk' if it cannot respond to global crises, Macron says as summit opens

Africa's first G20 summit opened in South Africa on Saturday without the world's biggest economy after US President Donald Trump ordered a boycott of the two-day gathering. French President Emmanuel Macron told the gathering that the G20 itself was "at risk" if it did not find a way to collectively»»»

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France24 3h

Gazan students bound for Canada remain trapped in administrative limbo

More than 130 Gazan students are pleading with Canada to grant visas so they can attend universities that have already offered them full scholarships. Some visa applications have been pending for more than 18 months without progress. Two students have already lost their lives during the wait; »»»

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France24 3h

French lower house rejects contentious budget bill over tax proposals

Lawmakers in France's fractious National Assembly have overwhelmingly rejected the part of the 2026 budget dealing with taxation, casting doubt on parliament's ability to find a deficit-cutting agreement as the draft bill now moves to the Senate.  The French lower house rejected part»»»

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UPI 4h

3 charged in Concord, S.C., Christmas tree lighting shooting - UPI.com

Three teens have been charged with crimes related to a shooting exchange between two of them that injured four, including the two alleged shooters, during a Christmas tree lighting ceremony Friday night in Concord, S.C. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Nov. 22 (UPI) -- Three teens face»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Dubai Run 2025 kicks off with fireworks

It’s go-time. Runners from across the Emirates have gathered this morning for the annual Dubai Run, which will take over Sheikh Zayed Road from 6.30am onwards. The annual run, a flagship event of Dubai Fitness Challenge, Before the run began, the event kicked off with a show of pyrotechnics. Dubai »»»

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