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Iranian Americans In LA Celebrate US' Attacks On Iran, But Some Worried
In the cafes and restaurants of Little Persia, a Los Angeles enclave of about half a million Iranian-Americans, hatred for Iran's Islamic government is red hot and widely felt.
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World's 50 Best Restaurants 2025: This Indian Cuisine Restaurant Ranks 6th Best In The World
Two Indian cuisine restaurants are being celebrated amongst the 50 best restaurants in the world. The best restaurant title in the world goes to...
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Benjamin Netanyahu Postpones Son's Wedding As Iran Rains Missiles On Israel
The wedding of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's son has been reportedly postponed amid the escalating conflict with Iran.
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How Protests, Middle East, Bad Weather Can Rain On Trump's Military Parade
The celebrations will cost the U.S. Army between $25 million and $45 million, U.S. officials have told Reuters. That includes the parade itself as well as the cost of moving equipment and housing and feeding the troops.
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Bleak Eid In Gaza: No Meat, No Joy, Families Struggle To Celebrate
To mark Eid al-Adha, Muslims traditionally slaughter a sheep or cow and give away part of the meat to the poor as an act of charity. Then they have a big family meal with sweets. Children get gifts of new clothes.
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Assad Regime Detained US Journalist Austin Tice In Syria: Report
For over a decade, the disappearance of American journalist Austin Tice remained one of the most haunting mysteries of the Syrian civil war. Tice went missing near Damascus in August 2012, days after celebrating his 31st birthday.
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What Lifting Of US Sanctions Mean For War-Torn Syria
US President Donald Trump's announcement from Saudi Arabia about the United States easing wide-ranging sanctions on Syria sparked festivities in the capital, Damascus, as Syrians hoped for relief after years of impoverishment by civil war.
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Freed Israeli Hostage Mia Schem Says She Was Drugged, Raped By Fitness Influencer
Ms Schem said she met the personal trainer, known for his celebrity clientele, at a Purim party.
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Video: Massive Sandstorm Hits Southern Israel As Winds Intensify Jerusalem Wildfires
A severe sandstorm hit Israel on Wednesday, as winds tore through the country's southern parts, reducing visibility to near zero. Videos shared on social media showed a massive dust cloud engulfing the Negev Desert and Beersheba in southern Israel.
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Israel's 'Largest' Wildfires Rage Outside Jerusalem, Residents Evacuated
Videos on social media showed the fires burning along the main Route 1 Jerusalem to Tel Aviv highway, with thick smoke billowing over the surrounding hilltops
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Hindu Temple In Abu Dhabi Celebrates Ram Navami With Grand Celebration
The world-renowned BAPS Hindu Temple in Abu Dhabi celebrated Ram Navami and Swaminarayan Jayanti with immense devotion and grandeur, marking a landmark moment for cultural and spiritual harmony in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
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Saudi Arabia's Mega-City Faces Mega Problem: The Price Of A Desert Paradise
Private yachts were moored nearby, and some of the biggest celebrities were in attendance as Saudi Arabia partially opened Neom, its ambitious $500 billion mega-city in the desert.
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Videos: Palestinians Celebrate In Gaza As Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Comes Into Effect
Palestinians took to the streets across Gaza as they celebrated the much-anticipated ceasefire deal between Hamas and Israel, which came into effect on Sunday at 11:15 am local time after a three-hour delay.
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"Feel Alive Again": Gazans Cheer As Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Kicks Off
Thousands of Palestinians burst into the streets across Gaza as a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas began on Sunday, some in celebration, others to visit the graves of relatives, while many rushed back to their homes.
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"Celebrates Spirit Of Football": PM Modi Attends Arabian Gulf Cup In Kuwait
PM Modi joined the Amir, the Crown Prince, and the Prime Minister of Kuwait in witnessing the grand opening ceremony.
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Iranian Americans In LA Celebrate US' Attacks On Iran, But Some Worried
In the cafes and restaurants of Little Persia, a Los Angeles enclave of about half a million Iranian-Americans, hatred for Iran's Islamic government is red hot and widely felt.
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World's 50 Best Restaurants 2025: This Indian Cuisine Restaurant Ranks 6th Best In The World
Two Indian cuisine restaurants are being celebrated amongst the 50 best restaurants in the world. The best restaurant title in the world goes to...
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Benjamin Netanyahu Postpones Son's Wedding As Iran Rains Missiles On Israel
The wedding of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's son has been reportedly postponed amid the escalating conflict with Iran.
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How Protests, Middle East, Bad Weather Can Rain On Trump's Military Parade
The celebrations will cost the U.S. Army between $25 million and $45 million, U.S. officials have told Reuters. That includes the parade itself as well as the cost of moving equipment and housing and feeding the troops.
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Bleak Eid In Gaza: No Meat, No Joy, Families Struggle To Celebrate
To mark Eid al-Adha, Muslims traditionally slaughter a sheep or cow and give away part of the meat to the poor as an act of charity. Then they have a big family meal with sweets. Children get gifts of new clothes.
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Assad Regime Detained US Journalist Austin Tice In Syria: Report
For over a decade, the disappearance of American journalist Austin Tice remained one of the most haunting mysteries of the Syrian civil war. Tice went missing near Damascus in August 2012, days after celebrating his 31st birthday.
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What Lifting Of US Sanctions Mean For War-Torn Syria
US President Donald Trump's announcement from Saudi Arabia about the United States easing wide-ranging sanctions on Syria sparked festivities in the capital, Damascus, as Syrians hoped for relief after years of impoverishment by civil war.
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Freed Israeli Hostage Mia Schem Says She Was Drugged, Raped By Fitness Influencer
Ms Schem said she met the personal trainer, known for his celebrity clientele, at a Purim party.
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Video: Massive Sandstorm Hits Southern Israel As Winds Intensify Jerusalem Wildfires
A severe sandstorm hit Israel on Wednesday, as winds tore through the country's southern parts, reducing visibility to near zero. Videos shared on social media showed a massive dust cloud engulfing the Negev Desert and Beersheba in southern Israel.
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Israel's 'Largest' Wildfires Rage Outside Jerusalem, Residents Evacuated
Videos on social media showed the fires burning along the main Route 1 Jerusalem to Tel Aviv highway, with thick smoke billowing over the surrounding hilltops
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Hindu Temple In Abu Dhabi Celebrates Ram Navami With Grand Celebration
The world-renowned BAPS Hindu Temple in Abu Dhabi celebrated Ram Navami and Swaminarayan Jayanti with immense devotion and grandeur, marking a landmark moment for cultural and spiritual harmony in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
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Saudi Arabia's Mega-City Faces Mega Problem: The Price Of A Desert Paradise
Private yachts were moored nearby, and some of the biggest celebrities were in attendance as Saudi Arabia partially opened Neom, its ambitious $500 billion mega-city in the desert.
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Videos: Palestinians Celebrate In Gaza As Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Comes Into Effect
Palestinians took to the streets across Gaza as they celebrated the much-anticipated ceasefire deal between Hamas and Israel, which came into effect on Sunday at 11:15 am local time after a three-hour delay.
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"Feel Alive Again": Gazans Cheer As Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Kicks Off
Thousands of Palestinians burst into the streets across Gaza as a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas began on Sunday, some in celebration, others to visit the graves of relatives, while many rushed back to their homes.
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"Celebrates Spirit Of Football": PM Modi Attends Arabian Gulf Cup In Kuwait
PM Modi joined the Amir, the Crown Prince, and the Prime Minister of Kuwait in witnessing the grand opening ceremony.
