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US approves nearly $2bn in weapons sales to Saudi Arabia

News July 16, 2026

The US State Department said on Wednesday it has approved the sale of an estimated $1.96 billion in weapons to bolster Saudi Arabia’s air defences, as the war ramps up in the Middle East. “This pr...

Starmer says ‘political journey ends’ as UK gets ready for Burnham

News July 16, 2026

LONDON: Declaring “this is the end of my political journey”, outgoing UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer bowed out at his final Prime Minister’s Questions on Wednesday, pledging his wholehearted sup...

Generative AI’s power sparks fears of dumbing humans down

Technology July 16, 2026

• Studies suggest memory, decision-making, critical thinking are most at risk• Experts say artificial intelligence removes ‘learning opportunities’• Studies suggest AI boosts short-term gain...

Majestic Spain stun France to reach FIFA World Cup final

News July 15, 2026

Spain stunned tournament favourites France 2-0 to reach the World Cup final on Tuesday, producing a tactical masterpiece to shatter Les Bleus’ dreams of winning the title for the third time. A first...

Burnham in sight of Downing Street, wins top UK union support

Sports July 14, 2026

Andy Burnham was on Tuesday striding towards becoming the UK’s next prime minister, winning the backing of the country’s largest union, adding to an already unassailable lead in Labour’s leaders...

Burnham in sight of Downing Street wins top UK union support

Sports July 14, 2026

Andy Burnham was on Tuesday striding towards becoming the UK’s next prime minister, winning the backing of the country’s largest union, adding to an already unassailable lead in Labour’s leaders...

In pictures: France flaunts firepower, unity with allies in Bastille Day parade

News July 14, 2026

France on Tuesday showcased its military power and unity with allies, holding its largest-ever national day parade with Ukraine’s president as the guest of honour. The final July 14 parade presided ...

Egg-free school meals introduced by BJP govt scramble politics in India's West Bengal

Health July 14, 2026

Teacher Raja Dey fears attendance might drop now that government-run schools have stopped serving eggs for lunch in his eastern Indian state, a dietary change that has stirred a political storm. The h...

Wildlife rescuers help birds hit with dehydration, heatstroke survive Pakistan's hotter summers

Health July 14, 2026

Cradling an Asian koel in his hands, wildlife officer Zaheer Ahmed gently stretched its wings as part of a health checkup to rehabilitate birds hit with dehydration or heatstroke in Islamabad. Pakista...

Yemen govt says hit Sanaa airport, Houthis attack Saudi Arabia

News July 13, 2026

Yemen’s Houthis targeted Saudi Arabia on Monday, hours after the rebels accused the kingdom of attacking Sanaa airport — the biggest flare-up in years between the two sides that threatens to upend...


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