Gulf News 22m

Trump says not thinking 'purely of peace' in Greenland push

Donald Trump warned he no longer feels obliged to think "purely of peace" after being snubbed for a Nobel prize, in a message published Monday, as the US president ramped up his campaign to take over Greenland. In an extraordinary text message sent to Norway's prime minister, Trump questioned Denma»»»

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Gulf News 22m

Beyond Carrefour: How HyperMax, Faces, Tryano, Tribe of 6 changes how you shop

Dubai: The Gulf’s biggest retail groups have been quietly rewriting their business models. International franchises once symbolized scale and credibility across the GCC. Today, home-grown brands increasingly sit at the center of expansion plans. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & »»»

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Gulf News 46m

Death toll rises to 9 in gangsters' attacks on Guatemalan police as state of emergency is declared

GUATEMALA CITY: The death toll from suspected gangsters’ attacks on Guatemalan police rose to nine Monday, as Guatemalans awoke to heavier security and curtailed rights after President Bernardo Arévalo declared a state of emergency. The violence started Saturday when inmates seized control of three»»»

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Gulf News 46m

Afghanistan: Seven, including a Chinese national killed in hotel blast in Kabul

Kabul: Seven people, including a Chinese national, were killed in a blast at a hotel in Kabul's Shahr-e-Naw area in Afghanistan, officials said. Kabul police spokesperson Khalid Zadran said that the blast occurred at the joint restaurant of Chinese Muslims and Afghans called "Chinese Noodle." He ad»»»

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Gulf News 58m

Gunmen kidnap 163 worshippers from two Nigerian churches: clergy

Also In This Package US launches deadly strikes on Daesh in Nigeria: Trump Bringing home Nigeria’s missing girls Nigeria's defence minister resigns amid security crisis 'Merry Christmas': Trump launches strike in Nigeria Armed gangs kidnapped at least 163 Christian worshippers after storming two ch»»»

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Gulf News 58m

Iran crisis carries potential nuclear risks, analysts warn

VIENNA: In the wake of spiraling tensions between the United States and Iran over Tehran’s violent crackdown on protests, analysts warn that the internal upheaval affecting the Iranian theocracy could carry nuclear proliferation risks. While in recent days US President Donald Trump seemed to have b»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

QNB sponsors Web Summit Qatar 2026 as diamond partner

Tribune News Network Doha QNB Group, the largest financial institution in the Middle East and Africa (MEA), is proud to continue as Diamond Sponsor of Web Summit Qatar 2026. This three-year collaboration reinforces QNB’s role as a key driver of digital innovation and fintech development in Qatar an»»»

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BBC 1h

UK to consult on social media ban for under 16s

The government will consult on whether social media should be banned for under-16s in the UK. It said "immediate action" would give Ofsted the power to check policies on phone use when it inspects schools, and it expected schools to be "phone-free by default" as a result of the announcement. A simi»»»

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BBC 1h

Family of Belfast man seek answers over Dublin death

The family of a man from Northern Ireland whose body lay unidentified in a Dublin morgue for more than a year, despite him carrying identification, have said they are seeking answers about what happened to him. The remains of James O'Neill, 43, from Belfast, were discovered in Phoenix Park in Dubli»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

GU-Q students bag coveted Schwartzman Scholarship for Master’s degree in China

Tribune News Network Doha Amid tectonic shifts in global power dynamics, two Georgetown University in Qatar (GU-Q) students have earned the prestigious Schwartzman Scholarship and are preparing to expand their understanding through study in China. Kingwell Ma and Zarrish Ahmed have received fully f»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

QF’s Doha Debates reflects on a landmark year of global dialogue, youth engagement

Tribune News Network Doha In 2025, Qatar Foundation’s Doha Debates strengthened its role as a global platform for truth-seeking dialogue, bringing students and leading thinkers together to explore ideas shaping today’s most urgent questions––from freedom and justice to identity and belonging. Its r»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

Basketball included in QF’s Creating Pathways programme

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Foundation has launched basketball as the fourth elite sport in its Creating Pathways programme, with the new addition beginning with an intensive one-week selection camp in which 79 girls participated and 20 were selected to join the programme. The Creating Pathways»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

NU-Q’s Media Majlis Museum explores ‘Gulf Futurism’ in its spring 2026 expo

Tribune News Network Doha The Media Majlis Museum at Northwestern University in Qatar will present a critical and immersive exploration of the future of the Gulf region in its spring 2026 exhibition, “What’s between, between?” curated by Jack Thomas Taylor, curator of art, media and technology, and»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

QRCS, JHCO provide hot mealsto 72,000 people across Gaza

Tribune News Network Doha As part of the ongoing Qatari Aid programme for the people of Gaza, Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has launched a new food distribution project for the benefit of 72,000 war-affected and internally displaced people (IDPs) across the blockade. Co-implemented by Jordan Ha»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

Vodafone partners with Starlink as Qatar’s first B2B reseller of satellite connectivity services

Tribune News Network Doha In a milestone achievement, Vodafone Qatar has become the first reseller of Starlink Satellite’s B2B services in Qatar, following a newly formed partnership that expands its advanced satellite connectivity portfolio. Delivering high-speed, low-latency connectivity tailored»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

Minister restructures Board of Directors of Scouts and Guides Association

QNA DOHA Minister of Education and Higher Education, and Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Qatar Scouts and Guides Association (QSGA), HE Lolwah bint Rashid bin Mohammed Al Khater, has issued a decision restructuring the Board of Directors as part of regulating its operation and strength»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Military aircraft to arrive in Greenland for 'long-planned' activities: US-Canadian command

North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) aircraft will soon arrive at a US military base in Greenland for "long-planned" activities, the organisation said Monday. The announcement from NORAD, a joint US-Canada military organisation for aerospace monitoring and defence, came amid rising tens»»»

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UPI 1h

U.S. Catholic archbishops decry immorality of U.S. foreign policy - UPI.com

Chicago Archbishop Cardinal Blase Cupich, pictured holding a chalice during a Mass in celebration of Chicago native Pope Leo XIV last year, is one of three U.S. bishops to raise concern about U.S. foreign policy in a statement issued Monday. File Photo by Tannen Maury/UPI | License Photo Jan. 19 (U»»»

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BBC 1h

Trump says he will '100%' carry out Greenland tariffs threat, as EU vows to protect its interests

Donald Trump has vowed to "100%" follow through on his threat to impose tariffs on European countries who oppose his demand to take control of Greenland. European allies have rallied around Greenland's sovereignty. Denmark's foreign minister emphasised the US president cannot threaten his way to ow»»»

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BBC 2h

Spanish PM vows to find cause of deadly high-speed train crash

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has promised to get to the bottom of why two high-speed trains collided in southern Spain killing at least 40 people, as rescuers continue to search the wreckage. After visiting the site of the crash, Sanchez also announced three days of national mourning for vi»»»

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RT 3h

Gaza marks 100th day of ceasefire (VIDEO)

The US-brokered Gaza ceasefire between Israel and the Palestinian armed group Hamas has lasted 100 days. Washington has announced the start of the next phase of its peace plan. The truce, which took effect in October, was part of the first phase of a roadmap unveiled by US President Donald Trump. I»»»

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RT 3h

European leaders using group chat to discuss ‘wild’ Trump foreign policy – Politico

Western European leaders are exchanging messages in a group chat to coordinate a response to US President Donald Trump’s “wild” foreign policy, Politico reported on Monday, citing people familiar with the matter. Dubbed the ‘Washington Group’, the chat reportedly includes leaders from the UK, Franc»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 3h

BSP Leader Says Party Has President Again, Wishes Vice President Iotova Success in New Role

Outgoing Deputy Prime Minister and BSP – United Left Chair Atanas Zafirov said Monday on Facebook that the party “has a president again” and wished Vice President Iliana Iotova every success in her new role. Iliana Iotova was first elected Vice President of Bulgaria in 2016 and was re-elected for a»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 3h

Political Leaders React as President Radev Says He Will Step Down

Political leaders reacted after President Rumen Radev said in a televised address to the nation on Monday that he would submit his resignation on Tuesday, prompting fresh speculation that he may move into party politics. In his address, Radev described it as his last as head of State. He did not ex»»»

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RT 3h

Trump refuses ‘to think purely of peace’ because of Nobel snub

US President Donald Trump has rebuked Norway for not awarding him the Nobel Peace Prize, saying the decision had freed him from any obligation to think “purely of peace,” according to a letter circulated by multiple media outlets on Monday. Trump made the jab in a message to Norwegian Prime Ministe»»»

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BBC 3h

Canadian woman found dead surrounded by dingoes on Australian beach

A 19-year-old Canadian woman has been found dead, with her body surrounded by a pack of dingoes on a popular Australian beach, according to local officials. The body of the tourist, whose name has not been released, was found around 06:30 local time on Monday (20:30 GMT on Sunday) on the beach on K»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Sharjah Ruler unveils new residential neighbourhood in Jabal Al Ashkel

Sharjah: His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, revealed in a phone interview on the programme Direct Line the allocation of a new area in Jabal Al Ashkel, near the Khorfakkan Club for the Disabled, for the construction of a residential n»»»

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Gulf News 4h

UAE expresses solidarity with Spain, conveys condolences over victims of train collision

Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates has expressed its solidarity with the Kingdom of Spain following a collision between two trains in southern Spain, which resulted in a number of deaths and injuries. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) expressed its sincere condolences and symp»»»

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RT 4h

Russian group donates 30,000 tons of potash to Bangladesh

Russian fertilizer giant Uralchem has completed the delivery of 30,000 metric tons of potash to Bangladesh as a humanitarian gesture, the company announced on Monday. The donation was conducted under the United Nations World Food Program (WFP). This is the company’s seventh donation in a series of »»»

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The Peninsula 4h

Death toll from floods rises in Mozambique, South Africa

Maputo: Mozambique battled severe flooding Monday as the death toll after weeks of rain climbed, with more bodies also recovered in neighbouring South Africa. Heavy rains and storms have battered the two southern African countries for weeks, claiming at least 150 lives, authorities said. More than »»»

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Novinite 4h

Wave of Reactions in Bulgaria After President Radev’s Surprise Resignation

The announcement by President Rumen Radev that he will step down from office and enter active politics triggered an immediate and wide-ranging political response across the spectrum, with parties interpreting his move both as an opportunity and as a direct challenge. BREAKING: Bulgaria's President »»»

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The Peninsula 4h

Japanese Prime Minister calls for early elections in February

Tokyo: Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae has announced early elections to be held in the country on February 8, stating that she is seeking a stronger public mandate for her coalition government. The official election campaign is scheduled to begin next week, following the dissolution of the H»»»

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The Peninsula 5h

ICSEI 2026 kicks off in Doha

Doha,Qatar: Organised by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MOEHE), the 39th International Congress for School Effectiveness and Improvement (ICSEI 2026) kicked off on Monday at the Qatar University and runs until January 22. The conference is held under the theme "Crossing Boundaries »»»

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Albanian Daily News 5h

Tense Start to 2026 Parliamentary Session in Albania, Closed After 20 Minutes

Albania’s new parliamentary session for 2026 began amid tension on Monday but was adjourned after just 20 minutes. As the session opened, Speaker Niko Peleshi began his speech, when opposition lawmakers from the Democratic Party (PD) blocked the podium, demanding the removal of Deputy Prime Ministe»»»

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UPI 5h

Japanese prime minister calls for snap election in bid for a mandate - UPI.com

Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Monday said she will dissolve the parliament this week ahead of snap elections in February, a move to gain a mandate from voters for her economic goals. Photo by Kiyoshi Ota/Pool/EPA Jan. 19 (UPI) -- Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Monday called fo»»»

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The Peninsula 5h

UAE announces $2.5 billion gas deal with Indian company

Dubai: The UAE announced on Monday a new liquified natural gas (LNG) deal with a state-run Indian company valued at more than $2.5 billion dollars. The contract, signed between ADNOC Gas -- a subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company -- and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd, provides for t»»»

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BBC 5h

US officials probing Minnesota ICE protest that disrupted church service

The US justice department has said it is investigating protestors who disrupted a Sunday service at a Minnesota church because they believe a pastor there works for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Video showed protestors inside the church chanting "ICE out" and "Justice for Renee Good", »»»

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Dailynews Hungary 5h

Ten years of Budapest British International School: interview with founder Petra Szalai

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Novinite 5h

Bulgaria After the President’s Resignation: What Comes Next Politically and Institutionally?

The announced resignation of President Rumen Radev in order to enter the electoral race opens a new phase in Bulgaria’s already complex political situation and raises a series of institutional and political questions about what follows next. BREAKING: Bulgaria's President Steps Down to Run in Upcom»»»

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RT 5h

Sales of survival gear soaring in Greenland – CNN

Demand for survival supplies and long-lasting food products has soared in Greenland’s capital city of Nuuk, CNN reported on Monday, citing local retailers. The surge comes amid growing concerns over possible US interference on the Arctic island. In recent weeks, US President Donald Trump has intens»»»

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France24 5h

UK PM Starmer says trade war in no one’s interest after Trump's tariff threats

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Monday that US President Donald Trump’s threat of tariffs against allies over Greenland is “completely wrong” and a trade war is in no one’s interest. Trump said Saturday that he would charge a 10% import tax starting in February on goods from eight European»»»

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Novinite 5h

BREAKING: Bulgaria's President Steps Down to Run in Upcoming Elections (UPDATED)

In a landmark address to the nation, President Rumen Radev announced that he will resign from his post before the Constitutional Court in order to participate in the upcoming elections. Further reading: Who Is Iliyana Yotova: Bulgaria’s First Female President For weeks, speculation has swirled abou»»»

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Novinite 5h

Who Is Iliyana Yotova: Bulgaria’s First Female President

Vice President Iliyana Yotova is set to become Bulgaria’s first woman head of state after President Rumen Radev announced that he will submit his resignation on January 20, marking the end of his mandate. In an extraordinary address to the nation, Radev confirmed that this was his final speech as p»»»

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BNE 5h

BREAKING: Bulgaria’s President Radev to resign amid political crisis

Bulgaria’s President Rumen Radev said on January 19 he would resign from office, ending his second term a year early amid deepening political turmoil and mounting speculation that he is preparing to launch his own political movement ahead of snap parliamentary elections. »»»

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The Peninsula 5h

Veteran Qatari journalist and novelist Dr. Ahmed Abdulmalik passes away at 75

Doha: Qatar has lost one of its most prominent media and cultural figures with the passing of veteran journalist, novelist, and former Editor-in-Chief of The Peninsula and Al Sharq newspapers, Dr. Ahmed Abdulmalik Al Hammadi, who died yesterday at the age of 75. Dr. Ahmed Abdulmalik was widely rega»»»

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The Peninsula 5h

2nd Sharjah African Literature Festival concludes

Abu Dhabi: The second edition of the Sharjah African Literature Festival, organised by the Sharjah Book Authority under the theme "The African Way," concluded with the participation of 29 writers, as well as a gathering of literary figures, intellectuals, and those interested in the book and publis»»»

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Al Awsat 6h

Iran Warns Protesters Who Joined ‘Riots’ to Surrender

Iran's top police officer issued an ultimatum on Monday to protesters who joined what authorities have deemed "riots", saying they must hand themselves in within three days or face the full force of the law. But the government also pledged to tackle economic hardships that sparked the demonstration»»»

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RT 6h

They don’t care if you die: How Iran’s protests became a bargaining chip for oil and power

Just like during all the recent Iran protests, the language used by Western politicians and media follows a familiar script: “freedom,” “democracy,” and “support for the protesters” is what Europe and the US present as their priorities. Washington and London present themselves as moral actors, stan»»»

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RT 6h

If he gets Greenland, Trump will go down in history as one of the great American presidents

If Donald Trump were to consummate a purchase of Greenland, he would almost certainly secure a place in both American and global history. Beyond the spectacle, the scale alone would be staggering. Greenland spans roughly 2.17 million square kilometers – making it comparable in size to the entire Lo»»»

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RT 6h

Repeating past mistakes? Finland falls back into Russophobic habits (RT VIDEO)

Relations between Helsinki and Moscow have rapidly deteriorated over the past few years, since the escalation of the Ukraine conflict in February 2022. Finland has ditched its previous neutral status and joined NATO. It has also reduced its relations with Moscow to near zero, even though Russia rep»»»

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