A pair of twin mountain gorillas has been born in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo - a rare occurrence for the endangered primates, conservationists at Virunga National Park say. The community trackers, who discovered 22-year-old Mafuko hugging her newborns on Saturday, said the mother and »»»

The FBI, Homeland Securit and the U.S. Coast Guard, with Defense Department support, execute a seizure warrant off the Venezuelan coast on Dec. 10 against an oil tanker allegedly used to ship sanctioned oil from Venezuela and Iran. File image via U.S. Attorney General/UPI | License Photo Jan. 7 (UP»»»

Dubai Police have commended the efforts of thousands of volunteers who supported crowd management and organisation during the New Year’s Eve 2026 celebrations, saying their contribution played a key role in ensuring the smooth and safe delivery of one of the city’s largest annual events. Brigadier »»»

President Joseph Aoun told visiting U.N. Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations Jean-Pierre Lacroix that Lebanon welcomes any country wishing to maintain forces in the south after UNIFIL's withdrawal in 2027. "These forces will assist the Lebanese army, which will be increasing its personnel »»»

One person was killed and another wounded in an Israeli drone strike that targeted Wednesday a car in south Lebanon, hours after a meeting of the committee monitoring a year-long ceasefire. Israel has intensified its strikes on southern and eastern Lebanon in recent days, saying it has struck targe»»»

The “Chivalrous Knight3” operation has announced the launch of a new cycle of humanitarian aid distribution across all governorates of the Gaza Strip, as part of its ongoing efforts to provide relief and ease the suffering of residents amid the deteriorating humanitarian situation. The operation st»»»

Political circles in the US and the Middle East are closely watching for a decision to designate the Muslim Brotherhood as a terrorist organisation, marking a significant shift in Washington’s approach toward Islamist movements with transnational reach. For decades, the group operated with relative»»»

President Joseph Aoun told visiting U.N. Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations Jean-Pierre Lacroix that Lebanon welcomes any country wishing to maintain forces in the south after UNIFIL's withdrawal in 2027. "These forces will assist the Lebanese army, which will be increasing its personnel »»»

TradeUnited States of AmericaVenezuela: Trump's $3 billion oil windfall — Why it mattersNik MartinUS President Donald Trump has announced a deal with Venezuela's interim government to transfer millions of barrels of oil to the US. DW explores how the plan could be a blow to China, Russia, Iran and »»»

An Israeli drone targeted Wednesday a car in Jwayya in south Lebanon, hours after a meeting of the committee monitoring a year-long ceasefire. Israel has intensified its strikes on southern and eastern Lebanon in recent days, saying it has struck targets from both the Iran-backed Lebanese militant »»»

Frankfurt, Germany: Germany's greenhouse gas emission cuts slowed sharply in 2025 as the North Sea experienced its warmest year on record, piling pressure Wednesday on the government to boost climate protection efforts. Emissions in Europe's largest economy fell by just 1.5 percent from the previou»»»

Dubai: The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has launched the Labaih Initiative, a programme designed to provide senior citizens with tailored access to tax services and simplified support channels to help them complete tax procedures efficiently and securely. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, C»»»

The Saudi-backed presidential council in Yemen has expelled the leader of a separatist group and charged him with treason after he failed to fly to Riyadh for talks. Six other members of the presidency accused Aidarous al-Zubaidi, head of the United Arab Emirates-backed Southern Transitional Counci»»»

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A council fighting against Yemen's Houthi rebels said Wednesday that it had expelled the leader of a separatist movement and charged him with treason after he reportedly declined to travel to Saudi Arabia for talks. The latest upheaval in southern Yemen is revealing a growing divide among the Persi»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Board of Directors of the Organising Committee for the 21st Asian Games – Doha 2030 held its first meeting today, chaired by HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, President of the Qatar Olympic Committee and Chairman of the Organising Committee’s Board. The meeting comes as part of t»»»

Dubai Police has honoured Lieutenant Doha Ahmad Muhammad for her professional excellence and inspiring personal journey, highlighting how resilience and determination can be transformed into leadership and success. Lieutenant General Abdulla Khalifa Al Marri, Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police, rec»»»

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Dubai: Greenland, the world’s largest island, has suddenly become a geopolitical flashpoint after US President Donald Trump revived his push to bring the vast Arctic territory under American control. His remarks, coming soon after a dramatic U.S. military operation in Venezuela, have alarmed Europe»»»

Sharjah City Municipality conducted six intensive workshops on rental regulation services in the second half of 2025, benefiting 600 employees from 556 real estate companies and offices across the emirate. The workshops form part of the municipality’s efforts to raise awareness of rental procedures»»»

Dubai: The UAE’s regulated stablecoin ecosystem is gaining momentum after RAKBANK secured in-principle approval from the Central Bank of the UAE to issue an AED-backed stablecoin, while payments firm Network International moved to enable stablecoin payments across merchant platforms through AE Coin»»»

A flood in the Krumovgrad region has caused significant damage, with a swollen river washing away a bridge in the village of Grivka, Bulgarian authorities reported. Torrential rains across the Eastern Rhodopes over the past night caused river levels to rise sharply, destroying infrastructure and fl»»»

The Libyan Air Ambulance Service announced yesterday the commencement of international helicopter flights. Previously, it has been conducting ambulance flights using aeroplanes. It said this comes as part of its efforts to develop its operational capabilities and enhance its response time to critic»»»

Israeli strikes on south Lebanon killed two people on Tuesday as Israel said it targeted Hezbollah operatives, a day before a new meeting of the committee monitoring a year-long ceasefire. Israel has intensified its strikes on southern and eastern Lebanon in recent days, saying it has struck target»»»

Chief of Indian Army, General Upendra Dwivedi, visited the BAPS Hindu Mandir, Abu Dhabi. He was moved by the marvellous architecture and hand-carved sculptures at the pink sandstone temple. General Dwivedi was welcomed by Pujya Brahmavihari Swami, Head of the BAPS Hindu Mandir, and briefed on the t»»»

Doha, Qatar: Travellers heading to Georgia will be required to obtain a mandatory health and accident insurance, stated Qatar Airways in a travel alert. The airline said, "In accordance with the Law of Georgia “On Tourism”, starting from 1 January 2026, all tourists entering Georgia are required to»»»

The Tripoli based Libyan government announced yesterday that, in accordance with the Prime Minister’s directives, a comprehensive monitoring campaign was launched yesterday, aimed at controlling the prices of essential commodities. This will be achieved through intensified inspection tours of suppl»»»

Tunis, 7 Jan. (TAP) – Tunisia’s tourism revenues reached 8,096.9 million dinars over the full year 2025, compared with 7,599.7 million dinars in 2024, marking a year-on-year increase of around 6.5 percent, according to indicators released by the...»»»

Dubai: The UAE’s latest overhaul of its Commercial Companies Law could quietly reshape the future of family-owned businesses across the country, offering new legal tools to manage inheritance, succession and control at a time when many firms are undergoing generational transitions. Sign up for our »»»

A council fighting against Yemen's Houthi rebels said Wednesday that it had expelled the leader of a separatist movement and charged him with treason after he reportedly declined to travel to Saudi Arabia for talks. The latest upheaval in southern Yemen is revealing a growing divide among the Persi»»»

MINISTRY OF ELECTRICITY & RENEWABLE ENERGY EGYPTIAN ELECTRICITY TRANSMISSION COMPANY (EETC) New Capital, Governmental District PROJECT OF: The Turnkey Implementation for Design, Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning of (500) KV Double Circuit, Quadruple conductor per phase OHTLs in Suez G»»»

The United States Embassy in Beirut said Wednesday that it welcomes the reform steps undertaken by Prime Minister Nawaf Salam's government, including the Cabinet’s approval of the gap law. In a statement, the embassy said the gap law would help restore the confidence of international financial inst»»»

Dubai: Pakistan is setting up a special protection unit in Islamabad dedicated to the safety of Chinese nationals, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi announced on Wednesday. Naqvi made the remarks during a meeting with China’s Minister of Public Security, Wang Xiaohong, at the headquarters of China’s M»»»

Saudi Arabia’s Capital Market Authority (CMA) announced a landmark reform allowing all categories of foreign investors to invest directly in the Kingdom’s main stock market, Tadawul, starting February 1. The move signals a strategic repositioning of the Saudi market as a highly competitive global i»»»

CAIRO, Jan 5 (MENA) – Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly said the government attaches great importance to entrepreneurship, noting that a ministerial working group is overseeing the file alongside an advisory committee of experts and specialists to advance this vital sector. Madbouly added that a dedi»»»

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The deadliest clashes so far broke out Tuesday between Syrian government forces and Kurdish fighters in a contested area of the northern city of Aleppo, as efforts to merge the U.S.-backed Syrian Democratic Forces with the national army have shown little progress. Syria 's state-run SANA news agenc»»»

An Abu Dhabi labour court has ordered a company to pay Dh159,800 to an employee who worked for the firm for more than 11 years, covering his final month’s salary and end-of-service gratuity. The ruling was issued by the Abu Dhabi Labour Court at first instance, after the employee filed a lawsuit se»»»

Damascus: Schools and public institutions were shut in north Syria's Aleppo on Wednesday, as sporadic clashes between government troops and Kurdish-led forces continued into their second day, according to state media. Tuesday's clashes, which killed nine people, were the worst between the two sides»»»

The Israeli airstrike that struck a three-storey building on Tuesday in the industrial zone of Sainiq, in the Sidon district in southern Lebanon, was part of a broader wave of attacks that on Monday targeted the western Bekaa Valley, Jezzine, and areas around Sidon. With intensive drone flights ove»»»

The Saudi Cabinet approved on Tuesday the draft regulations and operating procedures of the National Minerals Program, which was authorized for establishment in July 2024. The program focuses on boosting the efficiency and adequacy of current and future mineral supply chains and operates under the »»»

The Israeli airstrike that struck a three-storey building on Tuesday in the industrial zone of Sainiq, in the Sidon district in southern Lebanon, was part of a broader wave of attacks that on Monday targeted the western Bekaa Valley, Jezzine, and areas around Sidon. With intensive drone flights ove»»»

For many Filipinos working in the UAE, renewing a Philippine driver’s licence used to be something done only during a short vacation back home—often after the licence had already expired. That usually meant long queues at the Land Transportation Office (LTO), time lost from family visits, and penal»»»

Doha, Qatar: Speed, adrenaline and intense competition take center stage today as the 2026 Arabian Drag Racing League officially begins, launching its opening round at Qatar Racing Club’s (QRC) purpose-built drag racing venue. The championship is held under the patronage of QRC Chairman H E Sheikh »»»

Poor oral health may significantly reduce life expectancy, according to a new Japanese study that called for better dental maintenance among older adults. Frail oral health, defined as having fewer remaining teeth, dry mouth, trouble speaking, and difficulty chewing and swallowing, can reflect poor»»»

While many students map their future around university degrees, Saeed Rashed Al Zaabi chose a very different path – one shaped by childhood visits to Al Ain Zoo and a lifelong love for animals. Now a Senior Animal Keeper at Al Ain Zoo, Al Zaabi has spent the past 10 years caring for wildlife at one»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar witnessed more than 3,800 transactions through its Land Transport Sector in the fourth quarter (Q4) of last year showing that the sector has become a key enabler of the Qatari economy. Nearly 3,884 transactions were conducted through its Land Transport Sector in the fourth quarte»»»

The flow of migrants from Libya to Greece’s southern islands of Crete and Gavdos continues unabated despite rough seas. On Wednesday morning, another boat carrying 44 people was spotted on a beach on the island of Gavdos. Local authorities transported the group to the port of Karave, providing firs»»»

Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty underscored on Tuesday Cairo's full support for the unity, sovereignty, and inviolability of Somali territory, describing it as a fundamental pillar for the stability of the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea region. He stressed Egypt's rejection of any unilater»»»

Doha, Qatar: Manager of the Oral Health Promotion and Prevention Department, Dr. Najat Al-Yafei stated that the department’s participation in the Kids Healthy Village event, organised by the Corporate Communications Directorate of the Primary Health Care Corporation, came for the second consecutive»»»