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World
See allRafah Crossing Reopens for Limited Travel Amid Ceasefire Violations
The Rafah border crossing between the Gaza Strip and Egypt has reopened for limited travel, allowing a small number of Palestinians to seek...
Explosions in Iran's Bandar Abbas and Ahvaz Result in Casualties
Explosions occurred in the Iranian cities of Bandar Abbas and Ahvaz, resulting in multiple casualties. In Bandar Abbas, a blast at the Shahid...
UN Reports 11 Children Die from Hypothermia in Gaza Amid Winter Conditions
The United Nations has reported that 11 children have died from hypothermia in the Gaza Strip since the onset of winter. UN spokesperson Farhan...
Climate & Environment
See allUAE weather forecast for February 02-08, 2026: Will foggy mornings, hint of rain in winter skies disrupt commute?
The United Arab Emirates is experiencing typical early February weather, characterized by humidity-driven fog, pleasant daytime temperatures, and...
Israel’s Pine Forests Fuel Wildfires, Prompting Calls for Native Reforestation
Researchers conclude that decades of planting non-native pine forests in Israel have intensified wildfires. The practice—part of nation-building...
Politics
See allDraft of plan for Gaza Board of Peace floats $1b membership
Draft of plan for Gaza Board of Peace floats $1b membership. Bloomberg first reported on Saturday night that a draft charter from the Trump...
Trump Meets New Syrian Leader in Historic Break from Sanctions
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: For the first time since 2000, a sitting US president has met face-to-face with a Syrian leader. President Donald Trump held...
Turkey’s Opposition Rallies After Close Election, Faces Uphill Runoff Battle
Ankara, Turkey: A high-stakes presidential race is headed to a runoff after neither President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan nor opposition leader Kemal...
Tech
See allSaudi Arabia Launches $ billions AI Venture as Tech Titans Visit Riyadh
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman announced a new state-backed AI company called “Humain” at a high-profile tech investment...
Social Issues & Justice
See allColumbia University Suspends Dozens After Gaza Protest—Innocent Bystanders Caught Up
More than 65 Columbia University students—some merely studying, others covering the scene—have been suspended following a pro-Palestinian protest...
Gaza’s Intensifying Crisis and Trump Administration Tax Probe Heighten Tensions
A deepening humanitarian disaster grips Gaza, with continued Israeli bombardments and a protracted blockade endangering civilians. Local health...
Entertainment & Culture
See allUnearthing the Byzantine Empire’s 1,100-Year Legacy
Spanning from 330 CE to 1453 CE, the Byzantine Empire formed the eastern half of ancient Rome, outlasting its western counterpart by nearly a...
Disney to Open First Middle East Park in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Disney just revealed plans for its seventh global theme park, marking the company’s first destination in the...
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Remote Work Boosts Productivity and Well-being, Study Shows
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Economic Inequality Linked to Lower Voter Turnout Globally, Study Finds
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Political Donations Strongly Influence Legislative Decisions, Study Finds
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Venezuela to continue cooperation with Russia in all areas — ambassador
"No foreign government can run Venezuela," Jesus Rafael Salazar Velasquez said
New START’s expiration could heighten global risks, Kremlin spokesman warns
Dmitry Peskov stressed that it would negatively affect "global security and strategic stability"
Kremlin confirms 2nd round of Abu Dhabi talks set for February 4 and 5
Dmitry Peskov said the same working group on security issues will participate in the talks
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