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Getty ImagesSheikh Hamad during a two-day visit to Bulgaria as part of a European tour in 2009Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the former leader of Qatar, has died aged 74, the country’s government announced on Sunday.”The Bureau of the Emir mourns the great loss to the nation of the late, may God have mercy on him,” a statement read.Sheikh Hamad was one of the key masterminds behind modern Qatar and had taken power from his father in June 1995 in a bloodless coup.He is credited with transforming its economy into the wealthy global powerhouse it is today, thanks to…
Kuwait’s Ministry of Defence reported that three northern land border centres were targeted, sustaining material damageKuwait’s Ministry of Defence said on Sunday that three northern border centres and an offshore oil platform were targeted in attacks amid a fresh exchange of strikes between the US and Iran.The ministry said the attacks on three northern land border centres caused material damage.Its official spokesperson also reported that a Kuwait Oil Company offshore drilling platform in Kuwaiti territorial waters was targeted by a hostile drone, causing material damage and injuring one worker, who is receiving medical treatment.The relevant authorities have taken immediate measures…
BBCDavid Willey with Pope John Paul II during a flight from Bulgaria to Rome in 2002David Willey, who served as a BBC foreign correspondent for more than half a century, has died aged 93.He reported from Algeria, Vietnam and China, but is best known for his time in Rome as the BBC’s Vatican correspondent, where he covered the papacies of five popes.Widely regarded as one of the most experienced journalistic voices on the Vatican, Willey wrote a book on Pope Francis and was awarded an OBE for services to broadcast journalism.He was still working well into his nineties – last…
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Flags will be flown at half-mast at all official institutions across the UAE, as well as at the country’s embassies and diplomatic missions abroad, starting SundayThe UAE has declared a four-day mourning period following the death of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the father of Emir of Qatar.The Presidential Court said flags will be flown at half-mast at all official institutions across the UAE, as well as at the country’s embassies and diplomatic missions abroad, from Sunday, July 12, until the end of Wednesday, July 15.The statement also extended condolences to the Al Thani family and prayed for Sheikh…
The two leaders discussed the close UAE-Egypt ties and ways to strengthen cooperation across sectors in support of their shared interestsUAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi in El Alamein on Sunday during an official visit to Egypt.The two leaders reviewed the latest regional developments and discussed efforts to address the challenges facing the region.Sheikh Mohamed and El Sisi reaffirmed their commitment to continued consultation and coordination to help safeguard regional security and stability.Both leaders also discussed the close ties between the UAE and Egypt and explored ways to strengthen cooperation across various…
Francisco Velasquez/BBCMary Porter shops at Aldi’s new Manhattan location in New York City for the first timeWhen Mary Porter walked into Manhattan’s newest Aldi store hunting for bargains, the long-time resident found what she considered a retail miracle in plain sight: a $4 jar of almond butter that costs $22 in her own neighbourhood. “Aldi has the reputation for being inexpensive, so I thought I would come and check it out, and by golly, it is amazing,” Porter, 79, told the BBC, marvelling at the savings alongside the fresh spinach and organic raspberries filling her basket. To the unassuming passer-by,…
Getty ImagesPolice investigating the alleged murder of Ann Widdecombe say there is “nothing to suggest it was politically motivated”.Devon and Cornwall Police added they are not looking for anyone else in connection with her death, following the arrest of a 28-year-old white British man in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, on Saturday.The former MP and MEP, 78, was found dead at her home in Haytor, Devon, on Thursday, having sustained serious injuries. Police believe she had been attacked almost 24 hours earlier.Assistant Chief Constable Matt Longman said officers remained “open-minded” about a potential motive and that there was not thought to be…
NewsFeedQatar mourns Father Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al ThaniQatar’s Father Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has died at the age of 74. During his 18 years in power, he transformed Qatar into a global energy, diplomatic and media powerhouse, overseeing the expansion of its LNG industry, the founding of media, and the country’s rise on the world stage. He stepped down voluntarily in 2013, handing power to his son, Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani. Mohammed Jamjoom looks back at his life and legacy.Published On 12 Jul 202612 Jul 2026SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd…