Father of Sara Sharif Denies Responsibility in Daughter’s Death

London: Urfan Sharif, the father of 10-year-old Sara Sharif, denied any responsibility for her death as he testified at his murder trial in London’s Old Bailey court on Tuesday. Sara was found dead in her Woking home in August 2023, after what prosecutors allege was a prolonged period of “serious and repeated violence.” Prosecutor Bill …

Voters Head to Polls as Presidential Race Reaches Critical Point

As voters head to the polls across the U.S., millions are casting their ballots in one of the most contentious elections in recent history. With the fate of the presidency and the control of Congress hanging in the balance, Election Day saw high turnout and some localized issues, but overall, few major problems were reported. …

Trump vs Harris: Concerns Rise Over Rejected Ballots in Nevada 

Nevada: Nevada’s Secretary of State, Francisco Aguilar, has expressed concern over an increasing number of mail-in ballots being rejected due to signature mismatches, particularly in Clark and Washoe counties. According to US media reports, over 11,300 ballots in Clark County and 1,800 in Washoe County are flagged for verification or “curing.” Signature mismatches require voters …

Gulf Markets React with Caution Ahead of Tight U.S. Election

Gulf markets displayed mixed performance on Tuesday as investors approached trading with caution ahead of the U.S. presidential election. The anticipation surrounding the election, which sees candidates Donald Trump and Kamala Harris campaigning fiercely in critical states like Pennsylvania, has influenced market sentiment in the Middle East. The U.S. election’s impact on Gulf markets continues …

Veteran Arab American Activist Almaklani Backs Kamala Harris

Dearborn: As the race for the White House intensifies, Yemeni-American leader Ali Baleed Almaklani has openly endorsed Democratic candidate Kamala Harris. Almaklani, a prominent figure in the Arab-American community, is standing by Harris despite mixed views from other advocates. Almaklani, speaking at a Dearborn polling site, explained why he continues to back the Democratic Party. …

Trump and Harris Face Off in Tight Presidential Race

Washington: The presidential contest between Republican Donald Trump and Democrat Kamala Harris surged toward an unpredictable conclusion on Tuesday. Millions of Americans lined up at polling stations to decide between two drastically different visions for the country’s future. This race has been marked by extraordinary events, including two assassination attempts on Trump, President Joe Biden’s …

US Election Day, Security Tightens Amid Tense Trump-Harris Race

Election Day in the United States brings an intense atmosphere, with officials on high alert. Concerns over potential political violence have prompted various states to implement strict security measures. The presidential race between Republican Donald Trump and Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris is tight, with battleground states expected to decide the outcome. Security Fences and …

Nigeria’s President Orders Release of Minors Detained Over Protests

In response to public outrage, Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu has ordered the release of minors who were detained and charged with treason after participating in August protests against the rising cost of living. The directive to release the children, according to Information Minister Mohammed Idris, comes amid mounting criticism over the government’s handling of protests, …

New York Times Tech Guild Walks Out Amid Contract Dispute

The New York Times Tech Guild walked off the job at 12:01 a.m. Monday. The strike, called by the Tech Guild, is an open-ended action against unfair labor practices. It follows intense negotiations between the Tech Guild and Times management, which failed to yield a contract agreement. This strike could disrupt the Times’ coverage of …

Suez Canal Authority Addresses Outrage Over Israeli Warship Passage

The Suez Canal Authority (SCA) has restated its commitment to maintaining international agreements that guarantee free navigation for all vessels, whether commercial or military, passing through the canal. The authority emphasized that this policy applies regardless of the vessels’ national origin, underscoring its adherence to the Constantinople Convention of 1888. In a statement on Friday …

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