Watch: Kuwait refinery on fire after another Iranian drone attack, operations under threat

Iranian drones struck Kuwait’s key oil facility at Mina al-Ahmadi refinery on Friday, triggering fires at the site, Kuwait’s state-run Kuwait Petroleum Corporation said, adding that no injuries were reported.The company said firefighters were working to control the blazes following the attack, which marks another escalation in strikes on critical energy infrastructure in the Gulf…

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‘Glued to windows’: How Artemis II astronauts spent their first hours on Orion en route to Moon

Nasa astronauts aboard the Orion spacecraft spent the first hours after launch observing Earth and documenting views from space, even as the mission successfully executed a critical engine burn to push towards the Moon.Mission specialist Jeremy Hansen described the view from orbit, saying, “We are getting a beautiful view of the dark side of the…

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Uae Weather Alert: UAE weather alert: Rain, dust and strong winds expected next week as NCM issues advisory | World News

UAE to see light rain, strong winds and rough seas next week as NCM warns of changing weather conditions / Image: file The UAE is set to see a noticeable shift in weather conditions next week, with forecasts pointing to light rainfall, strong winds and rough sea conditions, according to the National Center of Meteorology…

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Dubai Church Mass Suspension: Dubai suspends church masses during holy week until further notice amid rising security concerns | World News

No church masses until further notice in Dubai amid security concerns during holy week / Image: file Dubai’s Catholic churches suspended all masses and parish activities effective Friday, April 3, 2026, following official safety directives issued amid heightened regional tensions. The decision, confirmed by multiple parishes, comes during Holy Week, the most significant period in…

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Iran and Oman Develop Plan to Monitor Strait of Hormuz Amid Rising Tensions | World News

Iran has said it is drafting a proposal with Oman to “monitor” the Strait of Hormuz, as tensions in the region continue to escalate and concerns grow over maritime security.Iranian diplomat Kazem Gharibabadi, quoted by state-run IRNA, said the proposal is “intended to facilitate and ensure safe passage and provide better services to ships passing…

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First time since 1972, humans leave Earth orbit: Artemis II astronauts head for the Moon; what comes next?

Artemis II was launched on Thursday. In a major leap for human spaceflight, Nasa’s Artemis II mission successfully executed a critical engine burn late Thursday, sending its crew out of Earth’s orbit and onto a path toward the moon.The trans-lunar injection took place about 25 hours after liftoff, placing three American astronauts and one Canadian…

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Kash Patel on bench after Bondi exit? Trump weighing departure of more key White House officials- report

Kash Patel (AP file photo) Discussions are underway about possible exits of key figures, including FBI Director Kash Patel, Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll, and Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer.According to a report by The Atlantic, people familiar with White House planning said that these senior officials could soon be shown the door. However, the report added…

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‘They’ll stop when I stop’: Trump asserts Israel will stop strikes on Iran when he ‘tells them to’

US President Donald Trump (AP photo) “They’ll do what I tell them,” US President Donald Trump declared, projecting authority as the Iran war rages on. In a bold show of confidence, Trump’s remarks suggested that America’s key ally, Israel would ultimately take its cue from him, asserting that the Tel Aviv power centre led by…

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