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Feb 04, 2026
Harvard [US], February 4: A study by researchers at three United States universities claims to have identified similarities between the addictive characteristics of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and cigarettes, and has recommended similar levels of regulation.
Spain to ban social media access for minors under 16
"Biggest one of all": Donald Trump backs world's largest triumphal arch for DC
Feb 03, 2026
Rafah border crossing in Gaza reopens for two-way traffic
Japan snap election sparks debate over PM Takaichi's dissolution powers
Bangladesh court hands 10-year sentence to ex-PM Sheikh Hasina over Purbachal plot allocation
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Italian unemployment reaches new record low of 5.6%
Rome [Italy], February 3: Italy's unemployment rate fell to 5.6 percent in December, marking the lowest level recorded since the statistical series began in 2004,...
Canadian, Danish PMs vow to bolster Arctic security, sovereignty
Ottawa [Canada], February 3: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney held a telephone conversation with Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen on Monday to reaffirm their commitment...
U.S. lowers tariffs on India under trade deal
New York [US], February 3: The United States and India have reached a trade deal, under which the U.S. will lower its so-called reciprocal tariffs...
Trump "hopeful" Iran will "make a deal", says failure will show if Khamenei's "regional war" warning was right
Feb 02, 2026
Florida [US], February 2: US President Donald Trump on Sunday said he was "hopeful" that Iran would "make a deal" with Washington, hours after Iranian...
Premier League: Liverpool thrash Newcastle as Chelsea storm back into top-four after close win
London [UK], February 2: Matchday 24 of the Premier League delivered high drama and momentum-shifting results, with Liverpool and Chelsea both registering crucial victories. Liverpool...
Israeli strikes kill more than 30 Palestinians in Gaza
Gaza [Palestine], February 2: Israel on Saturday carried out its heaviest airstrikes in Gaza in weeks, killing at least 32 people, Palestinian health officials said.
Anti-ICE protests spread in US after judge allows Operation Metro Surge
Washington DC [US], February 2: Protests against the Trump administration's immigration crackdown spread across the United States on Saturday, as a federal judge declined to...
Germany: Afghanistan's consulates pose threat to refugees
Berlin [Germany], February 2: The Taliban are sending more officials to staff its consulates in Germany, leaving many Afghans who fled the Taliban regime with...
GCC Interconnection Authority begins direct power grid interconnection with Oman
Muscat [Oman], February 2: The Gulf Cooperation Council Interconnection Authority has announced the start of implementation of the direct electricity interconnection project linking the GCC...
Russian drone strike kills 12 in eastern Ukraine
Kyiv [Ukraine], February 2: Twelve people have been killed by a Russian drone strike near a company shuttle bus in eastern Ukraine, a regional official has said.
Iraq parliament fails again in bid to elect president
Nine killed in coach accident in Turkiye's Antalya region: Authorities
Turkiye sets new port cargo record in 2025
AI meets logistics as GWC partners Apify at Web Summit Qatar
Qatar VC investments surge 81% to record QR214 mn in 2025: QDB
8th Katara Boxing Championship concludes successfully
New qualifying stage for Qatar Intl Rally marks a regional first
Strong results for QMMF Team at Saudi Baja Ha'il
Guirassy the hero as Dortmund win to cut gap to leaders Bayern
Children among 31 killed as Israeli airstrikes hit Gaza
Feb 01, 2026
