
Migrants in El Salvador prison swapped for Americans held in Venezuela - UPI.com
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem toured the Terrorist Confinement Center CECOT with El Salvador's minister of Justice and Public Security Gustavo Villatoro in Tecoluca, El Salvador, on March 26. File Photo by Tia Dufour/U.S. Department of Homeland Security | License Photo July »»»


Trump signs GENIUS Act for stablecoin regulation - UPI.com
1 of 3 | President Donald Trump appears with congressional Republicans as he signs the GENIUS Act in the East Room of the White House on Friday. It's the first major law governing digital currency. Photo by Francis Chung/UPI | License Photo July 18 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump on Friday signed t»»»


Luigi Mangione lawyers: DA office improperly obtained medical records - UPI.com
Luigi Mangione appears in Manhattan Supreme Court on February 21 for a hearing on murder charges in the death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. File Pool Photo by Steven Hirsch/UPI | License Photo July 18 (UPI) -- Luigi Mangione's attorneys allege Manhattan prosecutors wrongly obtained the me»»»


Israel and Syria agree to ceasefire, US ambassador to Turkiye says
US Ambassador to Turkiye Tom Barrack said on Friday that Israel and Syria have agreed to a ceasefire supported by Turkiye, Jordan and neighbors. On Wednesday, Israel launched airstrikes in Damascus, while also hitting government forces in the south, demanding they withdraw and saying that Israel ai»»»


Israel and Syria agree to ceasefire, US ambassador to Turkiye says
US Ambassador to Turkiye Tom Barrack said on Friday that Israel and Syria have agreed to a ceasefire supported by Turkiye, Jordan and neighbors. On Wednesday, Israel launched airstrikes in Damascus, while also hitting government forces in the south, demanding they withdraw and saying that Israel ai»»»


House approves the GENIUS Act and two crypto-related bills - UPI.com
1 of 3 | House Majority Whip Tom Emmer, R-Minn., told reporters the House of Representatives removed regulatory ambiguity while protecting owners of digital currencies by passing three bills, including the GENIUS Act, on Thursday. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo July 17 (UPI) -- The House »»»


Trump directs AG Bondi to unseal Epstein grand jury records - UPI.com
President Donald Trump on Thursday directed Attorney General Pam Bondi to try and unseal grand testimony records related to Jeffrey Epstein. File Photo by Yuri Gripas/UPI | License Photo July 17 (UPI) -- Amid a deepening furor from far-right supporters over his administration's reluctance to make p»»»


Arms trafficking in Colombia threatens Petro’s 'Total Peace' strategy - UPI.com
Colombia President Gustavo Petro speaks at the United Nations in September 2024. Since taking office, Petro has advanced his “Total Peace” strategy, which includes efforts to disarm illegal armed groups. File Photo by Peter Foley/UPI | License Photo July 18 (UPI) -- Colombia's government this week »»»


Yemeni Ballistic Missile Strikes Ben Gurion Airport, Israelis Flee to Bunkers
In support for the oppressed Palestinian people and their resistance, and in response to the crime of genocide perpetrated by the Zionist enemy against the people in the Gaza Strip, the missile force of the Yemeni Armed Forces carried out a qualitative military operation targeting Lod Airport (Ben »»»

Today in Kuwait's history
KUWAIT, July 18 (KUNA) -- 1989 -- Kuwait Amir Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah signed a decree regarding low-cost libel suits of a value not higher than KD 1,000 (approximately USD 3,000). These law suits for civil and commercial cases will be referred to the district court. 1975 -- Poet Bader Al-Jas»»»

France in focus - Frantz Fanon: From Martinique to Algeria, the journey of an anti-colonialist
To mark the centenary of his birth, France in Focus looks back at Frantz Fanon's extraordinary career: a volunteer at the age of 18 to fight the Nazis, a committed writer against racism and colonialism, a visionary psychiatrist and a campaigner for Algerian independence. Frantz Fanon, an anti-colon»»»


Human Rights Commission, King Khalid Foundation sign cooperation agreement
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Human Rights Commission and the King Khalid Foundation struck a strategic partnership through a cooperation agreement signed in Riyadh on Thursday, marking a significant step toward advancing human rights protection in the Kingdom. The agreement was signed by Hala Al-Tuwaijri»»»

MWL offers condolences to Iraq over mall fire victims
JEDDAH, July 17 (KUNA) -- The Muslim World League (MWL) on Thursday offered its condolences and sympathy to the government of Iraq and its people over the victims of the shopping mall fire in the city of Kut. A statement by the MWL expressed its full solidarity with the Iraqi people in this painful»»»
UN chief deplores Israeli strike on Gaza church
NEW YORK, July 17 (KUNA) -- UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres strongly condemns the deadly strike by the Israeli occupation forces on the only Catholic church in the Gaza Strip, his spokesperson Stephanie Tremblay said on Thursday. Three people were reportedly killed and at least 10 others were»»»
OIC expresses condolences for victims of Iraq mall fire
JEDDAH, July 17 (KUNA) -- Secretary-General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Hussein Taha on Thursday expressed sincere condolences to the Iraqi leadership and people over the victims of the fire at a shopping mall in the city of Kut.In a statement, he expressed sympathy with the fa»»»
Briefing of KUNA main news for Thursday until 00:00 GMT
KUWAIT -- Kuwait Airways receives a second Airbus A321neo - "Al-Wafra." 3241049 BAGHDAD - Iraq's Interior Ministry: The death toll tops 61 from Al-Kut shopping mall fire. GAZA -- The Israeli occupation forces attack the only Catholic church in Gaza. BEIRUT -- At least two persons are killed in a dr»»»

Human Rights Commission, King Khalid Foundation sign cooperation agreement
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Human Rights Commission and the King Khalid Foundation struck a strategic partnership through a cooperation agreement signed in Riyadh on Thursday, marking a significant step toward advancing human rights protection in the Kingdom. The agreement was signed by Hala Al-Tuwaijri»»»


How rising temperatures may be linked to cancer cases and deaths among women in Middle East and North Africa
LONDON: Researchers at the American University in Cairo have identified a disturbing link between rising temperatures and increases in cases of breast, cervical, ovarian and uterine cancers among women in the Middle East and North Africa region. The key message of a study that has identified “a sig»»»


How rising temperatures may be linked to cancer cases and deaths among women in Middle East and North Africa
LONDON: Researchers at the American University in Cairo have identified a disturbing link between rising temperatures and increases in cases of breast, cervical, ovarian and uterine cancers among women in the Middle East and North Africa region. The key message of a study that has identified “a sig»»»


CONMEBOL eases Copa America warm-up rules after Brazil’s complaints
“This decision was made after a detailed assessment of the condition,” said CONMEBOLTournament organizers had barred outfield players from warming up on the pitchBUENOS AIRES: CONMEBOL announced on Friday that it has adjusted pre-match procedures at the Women’s Copa America in Ecuador to allow play»»»


Rubio says 10 Americans freed in Venezuela in deal involving El Salvador
WASHINGTON: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Friday that Venezuela freed 10 Americans as well as political prisoners in a deal in which El Salvador released Venezuelans deported there by the United States. “Every wrongfully detained American in Venezuela is now free and back in our homeland,”»»»


Rubio says 10 Americans freed in Venezuela in deal involving El Salvador
WASHINGTON: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Friday that Venezuela freed 10 Americans as well as political prisoners in a deal in which El Salvador released Venezuelans deported there by the United States. “Every wrongfully detained American in Venezuela is now free and back in our homeland,”»»»


Massive fire breaks out at Kuwait scrap yard amid extreme heat and strong winds
Dubai: A massive fire broke out Friday afternoon at a scrap yard in Kuwait’s Amghara industrial area, prompting an immediate emergency response as soaring temperatures and gusty winds fanned the flames. The General Fire Force said seven firefighting teams, later joined by additional units from the »»»


Brazil's Jair Bolsonaro given ankle monitor for alleged coup attempt - UPI.com
1 of 3 | Brazil's former President Jair Bolsonaro speaks at a press conference at the National Congress in Brasilia, Brazil, in March. Brazil's Supreme Court indicted Bolsonaro for five crimes, with a total sentence of about 40 years in prison, as part of an alleged coup attempt to overturn Luiz In»»»


Visitor eats $6.2 million banana artwork at French museum
A visitor at France’s Pompidou-Metz museum bit into Maurizio Cattelan’s infamous banana artwork “Comedian” last week, prompting swift intervention from security. The $6.2 million piece – famously duct-taped to a wall – was quickly restored, as the artist lamented the guest ate only the fruit, not t»»»

An explosion at a Los Angeles law enforcement training facility kills 3 deputies
Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna said the deputies were members of the arson and explosives unitThe explosion was reported about 7:30 a.m. at the Biscailuz Training Facility LOS ANGELES: An explosion at a Los Angeles law enforcement training facility early Friday that killed three deputies wa»»»

Israeli military says missile launched from Yemen was intercepted
Israeli military said late on Friday that it intercepted a missile launched from Yemen after air raid sirens sounded in several areas across Israel. The Iran-aligned Houthis, who control the most populous parts of Yemen, have been firing at Israel and attacking shipping lanes. Houthis have repeated»»»


Tickets for Canelo Alvarez, Terence Crawford super middleweight title clash go on sale
RIYADH/LAS VEGAS: Undisputed super middleweight champion Saul “Canelo” Alvarez will face undefeated four-division world champion Terence Crawford in a blockbuster Riyadh Season showdown at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on Saturday, Sept. 13. Tickets for the clash are now available via Ticketmaster»»»


Israeli military says missile launched from Yemen was intercepted
Israeli military said late on Friday that it intercepted a missile launched from Yemen after air raid sirens sounded in several areas across Israel. The Iran-aligned Houthis, who control the most populous parts of Yemen, have been firing at Israel and attacking shipping lanes. Houthis have repeated»»»


Kennedy Institute to give lifetime achievement award to Joe Biden - UPI.com
1 of 2 | Sen. Joseph Biden, D-Del. (L), and Sen. Edward "Ted" Kennedy, D-Mass., attend a Senate Judiaciary Committee meeting in 1985. The Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate is giving Biden a Lifetime Achievement Award this fall. File Photo by Tim Clary/UPI | License Photo July»»»

An explosion at a Los Angeles law enforcement training facility kills 3 deputies
Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna said the deputies were members of the arson and explosives unitThe explosion was reported about 7:30 a.m. at the Biscailuz Training Facility LOS ANGELES: An explosion at a Los Angeles law enforcement training facility early Friday that killed three deputies wa»»»

OIC expresses solidarity with Iraq following fire at mall in Kut
Jeddah: The Organization of Islamic Cooperation expressed its solidarity with Iraq over the fire that broke out at a shopping mall in the city of Kut. Secretary-General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation Hussein Ibrahim Taha offered his sincere condolences to the Iraqi leadership and people»»»


Buraidah on the right road
BURAIDAH: Qassim municipality completed a series of operations and maintenance projects in Buraidah in the first half of 2025 as part of efforts to upgrade infrastructure and improve municipal services for citizens and residents. Work included resurfacing more than 230 km of roadway with asphalt to»»»


Saudi authority thwarts smuggling of captagon haul
RIYADH: The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority has thwarted an attempt to smuggle 310,000 pills of captagon, an amphetamine-type narcotic. The haul was found concealed in a vehicle entering the Kingdom through Jeddah Islamic Port. Hamoud Al-Harbi, the authority’s spokesman, said the pills were detect»»»


City Hub Festival in Al-Baha attracts thousands
AL-BAHA: The City Hub Festival in Al-Baha witnessed a large turnout of visitors since its launch, attracting thousands of people of all ages. The event is part of an entertainment tour organized by the General Entertainment Authority, targeting various regions of the Kingdom. This event promotes to»»»


Saudi deputy FM meets Italian foreign ministry official
ROME: Saudi Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Waleed Elkhereiji met secretary general of the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Riccardo Guariglia, at the ministry’s headquarters in Rome on Thursday. During the meeting, they discussed ways to enhance joint cooperation»»»


Solo but not sad: Young Saudis embrace freedom of living alone
ALKHOBAR: For decades, the idea of a young Saudi living alone, by choice, was seen as rebellious and met with skepticism and rejection. But today, a new generation is embracing solo life with pride and a sense of personal power. Across major cities like Riyadh, Jeddah and Alkhobar, young Saudis in »»»


Aseer’s blooming bounty: How rare flowers turn southern region into a year-round honey hub
RIYADH: Each summer, as Aseer’s highland peaks erupt in fragrant blossoms, local beekeepers begin harvesting some of Saudi Arabia’s most coveted honey. Each variety is tied to a rare native plant and a fleeting blooming season. According to the Saudi Press Agency, this botanical diversity is what s»»»

Kuwait strongly deplores Israel's plans regarding Ibrahimi Mosque
KUWAIT, July 18 (KUNA) -- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has expressed on Friday Kuwait's strong denunciation and condemnation of the Israeli occupation plans to transfer the administrative powers of Ibrahimi Mosque from Palestinian Ministry of Awqaf and Religious Affairs to the so-called the Jewi»»»

Night of the Beaches 2025 in Hungary promises unforgettable Summer fun in July
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! Subscribe to our WhatsApp channel to get the latest news about Hungary! If you’re looking for a on»»»


Family, fake shipments and GPS: Sharjah Police foil drug smuggling bid, arrest 7 in international sting
In a major blow to global drug cartels, Sharjah Police have dismantled an international trafficking network operating between Canada, Spain and the UAE. Seven suspects have been arrested, and authorities seized 131 kilograms of narcotics and psychotropic substances in a meticulously planned maritim»»»


Saudi authority thwarts smuggling of captagon haul
RIYADH: The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority has thwarted an attempt to smuggle 310,000 pills of captagon, an amphetamine-type narcotic. The haul was found concealed in a vehicle entering the Kingdom through Jeddah Islamic Port. Hamoud Al-Harbi, the authority’s spokesman, said the pills were detect»»»


Saudi deputy FM meets Italian foreign ministry official
ROME: Saudi Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Waleed Elkhereiji met secretary general of the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Riccardo Guariglia, at the ministry’s headquarters in Rome on Thursday. During the meeting, they discussed ways to enhance joint cooperation»»»


City Hub Festival in Al-Baha attracts thousands
AL-BAHA: The City Hub Festival in Al-Baha witnessed a large turnout of visitors since its launch, attracting thousands of people of all ages. The event is part of an entertainment tour organized by the General Entertainment Authority, targeting various regions of the Kingdom. This event promotes to»»»


Solo but not sad: Young Saudis embrace freedom of living alone
ALKHOBAR: For decades, the idea of a young Saudi living alone, by choice, was seen as rebellious and met with skepticism and rejection. But today, a new generation is embracing solo life with pride and a sense of personal power. Across major cities like Riyadh, Jeddah and Alkhobar, young Saudis in »»»


Aseer’s blooming bounty: How rare flowers turn southern region into a year-round honey hub
RIYADH: Each summer, as Aseer’s highland peaks erupt in fragrant blossoms, local beekeepers begin harvesting some of Saudi Arabia’s most coveted honey. Each variety is tied to a rare native plant and a fleeting blooming season. According to the Saudi Press Agency, this botanical diversity is what s»»»


Man pulled into MRI machine after he walked into an exam room wearing a chain necklace
NEW YORK: A man was hospitalized in New York after he was pulled into an MRI machine because he walked into the exam room wearing a large chain necklace, police said. The man, 61, had entered an MRI room while a scan was underway Wednesday afternoon at Nassau Open MRI. The machine’s strong magnetic»»»


British charities funded illegal Israeli settlement in West Bank
LONDON: Two charities in the UK sent millions of pounds to a school in an illegal Israeli settlement in the occupied West Bank, The Guardian reported on Friday. Kasner Charitable Trust sent around £5.7 million ($7.66 million) to Bnei Akiva Yeshiva high school in Susya via another charity, UK Toreme»»»


Man arrested in UK for displaying ‘Palestine Action’ poster
LONDON: An anti-war protester was arrested in the Scottish city of Glasgow on Friday for showing support for a pro-Palestinian group that was recently banned in the UK. The 64-year-old man was accused of holding a poster during a demonstration that allegedly displayed support for Palestine Action, »»»


U.S. promotes 'free and open Indo-Pacific' with Japan, S. Korea leaders - UPI.com
State Department official meets with counterparts in Japan in effort to strengthen trilateral partnership. President Donald Trump holds a press conference with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba in the East Room of the White House in Washington, D.C., this past February. On Friday, ministers fr»»»
