Former Qatari ruler Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has died at the age of 74. During his reign he oversaw sweeping economic, social and cultural changes in Qatar and helped establish the country as a major player in global diplomacy and investment. He was widely regarded as the architect of modern Qatar.
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Dayton Andre Lindsay, a green card holder who has lived in the United States for nearly 28 years, has been held in ICE immigration detention since March 2025. He was arrested at Chicago's O'Hare airport upon returning from a holiday in Jamaica. His family insists he has committed no crimes. The case highlights increasingly aggressive immigration enforcement under current US policy.
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Iran announced it had struck US forces in Oman, Qatar, Jordan and Kuwait, calling the attacks retaliation for prior American air strikes. The US strikes were themselves a response to Iranian attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. The cycle of retaliatory strikes marks a sharp escalation in tensions between the two countries across the Middle East.
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"Le Grand Arc" (2025), directed by Stéphane Demoustier, fits comfortably within the mainstream of French cinema both thematically and stylistically. The review suggests Demoustier is not a particularly distinctive voice and that the film does not rise above the average of French productions. The work is described as a solid but unremarkable entry in national cinema.
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Gothenburg, founded in the 17th century, is Scandinavia's largest seaport and Sweden's second most populous city with over half a million residents. The city hides remarkable military secrets, including the history of Sweden's nuclear weapons programme and fighter jets concealed in rock-hewn underground bases. It is a unique destination for history buffs and military enthusiasts alike.
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21-year-old Linda Noskova claimed her first Grand Slam title at Wimbledon, defeating fellow Czech Karolina Muchova 6:2, 5:7, 6:3 in the Centre Court final. After match point, Noskova was visibly overwhelmed with emotion before lifting the iconic Venus Rosewater Dish trophy. It marks the finest moment of her young career so far.
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New research shows that one in four employees plans to stay in contact with their employer during their holiday, while nearly half begin preparing for their return to work before the holiday even ends. Experts warn that this "standby mode" prevents genuine rest and recovery. As a result, many workers return from holiday more exhausted than when they left.
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China's Beijing Institute of Technology released footage of three eight-wheeled trucks interlocking to form a road-mobile electromagnetic catapult capable of launching a propeller-driven drone without a runway. The system miniaturises the EMALS technology already used on China's newest aircraft carrier. Transported in standard shipping containers, it could theoretically be deployed anywhere in the world.
Horror is thriving in 2026, with Markiplier's "Iron Lung" surpassing a major Paramount+ viewership milestone. Other standouts this year include "28 Years Later: The Bone Temple", Sam Raimi's return to horror "Send Help", and "Ready or Not 2: Here I Come". Twenty-year-old Kane Parsons also broke records with his directorial debut "Backrooms" during its theatrical run.
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Poland's state assets minister Wojciech Balczun confirmed in response to a parliamentary question that Orlen is not currently negotiating the purchase of the Schwedt refinery or a stake in German company PCK Schwedt. The risk of Russian control over the asset is hampering any potential deal. Schwedt is a strategically important German refinery that has historically been heavily tied to Russian oil supplies.
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A beauty editor recommends three creams from niche brands as the best summer skincare picks, promising a hydrated, bouncy-skin effect. The first is Slavia Cosmetics SPF 50 — a light sunscreen with nourishing properties that doesn't feel heavy even after a full day's wear. The article lists two further products from similarly under-the-radar brands.
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Trout is one of the cleanest and most prized freshwater fish available in Poland, featuring tender, firm flesh with very few bones. It is easy to prepare and cook, making it ideal for everyday meals. Nutritionally, it is a rich source of protein and healthy fatty acids, comparable to or better than salmon.
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Instagram can overwhelm users with too many stimuli, making it worthwhile to customise or fully disable notifications. Practising digital hygiene helps reduce stress and improves the overall experience of using the app. The piece encourages mindful management of social media activity.
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A new mouse study found that ovaries show significant signs of aging well before menopause, earlier than most other organs in the body. Researchers stress that ovaries perform many critical endocrine functions beyond reproduction. The findings could shed new light on aging processes in women.
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The all-electric Renault 4 E-Tech returns in a Plein Sud variant featuring a fabric soft-top instead of a rigid roof. The car was put through its paces on various roads near Barcelona, including a check of the engineers' claim of exceptional cabin quietness at 130 km/h. The tester describes the drive as enjoyable and nostalgic, evoking the spirit of the original R4.
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Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has revealed that he and co-founder Chris Larsen considered winding the company down and distributing its XRP holdings to shareholders. The option was weighed before they decided to fight the SEC lawsuit filed against Ripple in 2020. Ultimately both chose to contest the case in court rather than dissolve the company.
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Defence expert Aleksander Olech estimates that integrating Poland into the CEPS pipeline network — NATO's military fuel supply system — could take six to seven years. The investment was announced at the recently concluded NATO summit in Ankara. CEPS is a critical logistics infrastructure used to transport fuel for allied military forces across Europe.
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Ukraine defeated Belgium in the final match of the 2026 Nations League intercontinental phase, securing their survival in the competition. The Ukrainian squad is coached by Pole Jakub Głuszak. Belgium, as the losing side, are relegated from the tournament. The result brought relief to Ukraine after a high-stakes must-win encounter.
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In 1945, General Władysław Anders commanded a 100,000-strong Polish corps and deliberately delayed its demobilisation, hoping for a conflict between the Western Allies and the Soviet Union. Polish forces were expected to play a key role if the Soviets advanced through the Adriatic. Those hopes proved illusory, and communist authorities stripped Anders of his Polish citizenship just one year after the war ended.
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Typhoon Bavi struck China's eastern coast, prompting the evacuation of more than two million people in Zhejiang province. By Sunday morning the storm had weakened into a tropical storm but remained dangerous. According to Reuters, the weather system is the size of France.
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Every bike owner will eventually need to carry out repairs, either at home or during a ride. A home toolkit should include tools for gear adjustment, tyre changes and chain lubrication, while a road kit needs patches, a pump and multi-tools. Having the right equipment on hand saves time and money on workshop visits.
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One of Mark Wahlberg's films on Apple TV+ has become one of the platform's biggest hits ever, reaching that status three years after its release. The achievement comes amid a string of critical failures for Wahlberg, including "Flight Risk", "Play Dirty" and "Balls Up". His next project is the crime thriller "The Big Fix" alongside Riz Ahmed, directed by Baltasar Kormákur.
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