Why has Iraq decided to ban online map service Waze?

Iraq plans to ban Waze, citing Israeli origins, and suggests alternatives like Google Maps or local app in development.

South Africa's Navanethem ‘Navi’ Pillay wins 2026 Nobel Peace Prize

Former UN human rights chief and International Court of Justice judge Navanethem "Navi" Pillay has won the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for her contributions to international law, the Nobel jury announced on Friday in Oslo, Norway.

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A US patent for a heart valve at King Saud University

King Saud University has received a US patent for a tri-leaflet mechanical heart valve created by Dr. Rakan bin Ibrahim Nazer, aimed at improving blood flow and reducing regurgitation. This innovative design features three movabl…

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Five dead as bottom of Istanbul building crumbles

Five people lost their lives, including three children, in a building collapse in Istanbul’s Asian side, with the bottom floors giving way. Rescue operations have concluded after finding the last victim.

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Yemen military official: We are advancing on many fronts and Sanaa is the main battle

Yemeni Deputy Minister of Defense, Major General Samir Al-Sabri, reported significant military progress in the Battle of Marib, highlighting that Sanaa is the main focus of the current conflict. He indicated that multiple fronts,…