A police officer in Gyöngyös, Hungary, has received a suspended prison sentence after admitting that he and a colleague beat a defenceless man, breaking his jaw, nose and facial bones. The second officer denies the charges and will face further proceedings in January. Officer admits to assault in c»»»

Several senior Israeli politicians have lashed out at the filmmakers behind a documentary accusing the IDF of using AI-assisted systems in the mass killing of Palestinians in Gaza. Israeli Culture Minister Miki Zohar went so far as to accuse the two Oscar-winning directors of treachery and threaten»»»

The LNG carrier Danuta Siedzikówna-Inka made its first call at Poland’s Świnoujście terminal, becoming the sixth vessel from Orlen’s contracted LNG fleet to visit the facility. Built in South Korea in 2026, the ship can deliver about 110 mln cubic meters of gas after regasification. Its latest carg»»»

European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen at her State of the Union address on Wednesday (16 September) will reportedly announce new migrant-busting plans — possibly even allowing EU states to suspend asylum whenever a large number of people arrive at a border. If true, it would likely be »»»

TUNIS, Sept. 14 (TAP) – After four consecutive sessions in negative territory, the stock market regained momentum on Monday. The benchmark index rose 1.03% to 19,121 points, in a modest trading volume of TND 4.8 million, according to broker Tunisie...»»»

The tablets were hidden inside a cargo van after arriving in Libya through a seaport Dubai: Libyan authorities have seized about 100,000 ecstasy pills smuggled into the country from Europe, with each tablet moulded in the likeness of former Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi. Images released by a securi»»»

US President Donald Trump has claimed to have brokered a deal whereby both Russia and Ukraine will refrain from targeting each other’s diesel-related infrastructure. Trump, who demanded that Vladimir Zelensky stop targeting Russia’s diesel production facilities, claimed in a Truth Social media post»»»

Gas imports from Russia via the southern route fell to around half their usual level just one day after Hungary expelled ten Russian embassy staff; however, the timing appears to have been coincidental. Russian gas deliveries suddenly plunge The amount of natural gas entering Hungary from the south»»»

Poland’s largest residential developers posted strong results in H1 2026, with sales, revenue and profits rising sharply. Atal sold more than 1,500 units, up 110% y/y, while revenue nearly doubled and net profit rose 182%. Dom Development recorded its best-ever first half, selling almost 2,400 unit»»»

Unilever is investing more than PLN 100 mln in further modernization of its Bydgoszcz factory after spending nearly PLN 350 mln there over the past four years. The plant, which produces brands including Dove, Rexona and Vaseline, is becoming increasingly automated and strategically important within»»»

Lapse detected only after they had boarded Munich-bound flight without immigration checks Dubai: Three Italian nationals managed to fly out of India from Delhi airport without undergoing mandatory immigration clearance after a series of passenger-handling failures allowed them to move from a domest»»»

Quito: The Ecuadorian Football Federation announced today the appointment of Argentine Marcelo Gallardo as head coach of the national team, succeeding his compatriot Sebastián Beccacece, whose contract was not renewed following Ecuador's exit against Mexico in the Round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup.»»»

New AI partnership aims to cut response times to hazardous material risks Abu Dhabi is set to use agentic artificial intelligence to help detect risks involving hazardous materials earlier and support authorities in responding more quickly to potential threats. The Abu Dhabi Hazardous Materials Man»»»

New Delhi: India approved the export of electricity to Nepal on Monday to help its neighbour overcome shortages caused by extensive damage to its hydropower projects from catastrophic floods last month. The August 26 flood, triggered by a glacial mountain collapse on the China-Nepal border, killed »»»

The incident involving a bus carrying recruits resulted in a number of deaths and injuries Abu Dhabi: The UAE has expressed its solidarity with Jordan following an incident involving a bus carrying a number of recruits that resulted in deaths and injuries. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Af»»»

Companies recorded compliance rates above 99% during previous summer protection campaigns Abu Dhabi: The UAE’s annual midday work ban will end on Tuesday, September 15, after three months of restrictions designed to protect outdoor workers from heat stress during the hottest part of the day. The po»»»

Islamabad: Pakistan's central bank on Monday kept its benchmark policy rate unchanged at 11.5 percent, with officials citing unchanged inflation trajectory while warning of external geopolitical tensions and weather-related disruptions citing a broadly unchanged inflation outlook and rising risks f»»»

Bulgaria’s Commission for Consumer Protection (CPCoo) has imposed financial sanctions totaling more than €205,000 since the beginning of September for violations including unjustified price increases and unfair commercial practices. The CPCo has issued 46 penalty decrees and concluded nine settleme»»»

Damage threatens a route capable of carrying 7 million barrels of Saudi crude a day Dubai: A crucial Saudi oil pipeline damaged in an attack last week is expected to remain largely out of service for several weeks, dealing a fresh blow to the kingdom’s ability to move crude to its Red Sea ports as »»»

Hungary’s prime minister accused former PM Viktor Orbán of threatening prosecutors, police officers and investigators who may work for the newly established National Asset Recovery and Asset Protection Office. Magyar: “This is violence against an official” Speaking in Parliament, Péter Magyar criti»»»

In 2026, Leroy Merlin will mark 15 years of operation in the Romanian market. During this period, the company has consolidated its network of stores, currently operating 25 stores across 16 cities, and by the end of 2026 it will expand its network with a further two stores. At the same time, the om»»»

The United States begins G20 meetings in Houston on Monday promoting “energy abundance” as President Donald Trump’s war against Iran disrupts global fuel markets. Delegations from major economies, including China, India, Japan and Germany, will attend alongside oil producers Canada and Saudi Arabia»»»

Non-compliance may result in appropriate legal action, devotees told in safety guidelines Dubai: Hindu Temple Dubai has issued a set of compliance and safety guidelines for Indian expat devotees celebrating Ganesha Chaturthi 2026, urging them to keep celebrations eco-friendly, safe and considerate »»»

Amit Shah sets 2029 target as debate grows over marriage, divorce and inheritance laws Dubai: India’s ruling alliance plans to introduce the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in all 21 states it governs before the next national election in 2029, Home Minister Amit Shah has said, signalling a major expansion»»»

A 45-year-old man from the village of Cherni Vrah in Bulgaria's Montana region has been charged with three offenses after allegedly brutally abusing his 41-year-old partner, including beating her, burning her with cigarettes, forcibly shaving her head and threatening to kill her. The case came to l»»»

With over 35 years of combined real estate experience, Gabriel Voicu (left) and Victor Vremera (right) launched Pinwell to rethink practices in the Romanian property market. Three months in, they discuss their model, ambitions, and plans. By Anda Sebesi What gap did you see in Romania’s real estate»»»

Fresh threats to two of the region’s most important shipping routes raise new concerns Hopes of easing tensions in the Gulf have suffered a setback over the past 24 hours, just as fresh threats to two of the region’s most important shipping routes raise new concerns about oil supplies and regional »»»

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabian football authorities promised to take action and Cristiano Ronaldo called for life bans after rival fans taunted Al-Hilal's Ruben Neves about the death of Diogo Jota, his friend and former Portugal team-mate. Chants about Jota, the Liverpool and Portugal forward »»»

New Dammam-based carrier will serve 81 destinations and target 10m passengers by 2030 Sharjah: An Air Arabia-led consortium has received regulatory approval to launch a new national low-cost airline in Saudi Arabia, with King Fahd International Airport in Dammam as its base. Saudi Arabia's General »»»

Hungary and Germany have agreed on closer political, economic and diplomatic cooperation, while Prime Minister Péter Magyar’s November visit to Berlin is already being prepared. Budapest and Berlin seek to strengthen ties Hungary and Germany are preparing to open a new chapter in their bilateral re»»»

HONG KONG — Oil prices spiked Monday on Middle East supply fears after Saudi Arabia closed a key pipeline, putting further upward pressure on inflation ahead of an expected Federal Reserve rate hike this week.The prospect of higher US borrowing costs compounded a tech selloff that came after leader»»»

CCTV shows Ajmer resident confronting attackers as locals chase and catch one Dubai: A chain-snatching attempt targeting a retired doctor and his wife in Rajasthan took a dramatic turn when a bystander intervened, knocking one of the alleged attackers off his motorcycle and helping foil their escap»»»

US President Donald Trump has claimed that Washington could either end its war with Iran or remain in the country and “keep the oil.” Trump has repeatedly threatened to take over the Islamic Republic’s oil infrastructure, prompting Iranian officials to describe the plan as delusional. Speaking to r»»»

Turkish authorities on Sunday launched raids on gay bars, nightclubs, LGBTQ association offices and activists' homes in a sweeping crackdown in several cities as part of the government's "My Family is Safe" operations, Turkey's justice minister said. More than 60 people were arrested, according to »»»

At least one person has died and more than 100 people remain missing after a ferry carrying 243 people sank in rough weather between the Indonesian islands of Java and Borneo. The disaster is the second major ferry accident in the region in five days, renewing concerns over safety standards, overcr»»»

Indonesian rescue teams on Monday deployed specialised underwater teams and navy-operated underwater drones as the search for more than 120 people missing in the Virgo Transport 8 ferry capsizing intensified. Indonesian authorities intensified on Monday a search for dozens of people missing after a»»»

Security lapses have been identified at EMCO's ammunition warehouses following the latest incident at the arms company's facilities near Dryanovo, Interior Minister Ivan Demerdzhiev said. Speaking to reporters after the incident, Demerdzhiev stressed that the inspection concerns the way security is»»»

A second explosion at an EMCO ammunition facility within a month has renewed questions about security at Bulgaria's military-industrial sites, the possibility of external interference and whether the state should take a more active role in protecting facilities considered strategically important. T»»»

A permanent road bridge is planned across Uzongu-Kuush River near Bedel checkpoint on the Kyrgyz-Chinese border. The Zhogorku Kenesh Committee on Industrial Policy, Transport, Fuel and Energy Complex, Architecture and Construction has approved an agreement on its construction. Deputy Minister of Tr»»»

Pandeglang, Indonesia: Indonesian rescuers on Monday extended the search for eight people, including five journalists, a week after their speedboat went missing in the waters between the islands of Java and Sumatra, an official said. The Indonesian journalists were on a trip to take photos and vide»»»

A man died after a fight and stabbing at a home in Sungurlare, in Bulgaria's Burgas region, last night, according to information confirmed to BNT by the town's mayor, Dimitar Gavazov. Gavazov said several men entered the man's home, where a conflict broke out and escalated into a physical altercati»»»

Investigators have found no evidence so far of third-party involvement in the deaths of six men whose bodies were discovered in the Petrohan and Okolchitsa areas in February, prosecutors and forensic experts said Monday while presenting the findings of two major expert reports. The investigation re»»»

EXCLUSIVENew booking platform packages hotels, transfers, tours and meals across seven emirates Dubai: Visitors to the UAE can now book an 11-day trip covering all seven emirates through a new national tourism platform, with packages starting from Dh10,446 per person. Sign up for our daily business»»»

Former US Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs David Schenker said the status of the Lebanon-Israel framework agreement will not be decided before Israeli elections scheduled for October, indicating that current meetings are aimed at keeping negotiations on track and preventing the»»»

The National Council for Tripartite Cooperation (NCTC) discussed on Monday a bill introducing amendments to the Labour Code, submitted by GERB-UDF MP Galya Vasileva and a group of MPs from GERB-UDF. No agreement was reached on the proposal. The bill aims to strengthen protection for maternity, pare»»»

Between 14 and 20 September, Bucharest will become a culinary destination in its own right. Organised by ialoc.ro, Călătorii și Farfurii and Studio Maller, the first edition of Bucharest Food Week brings together more than 100 restaurants across the city, dedicated menus at special prices, limited-»»»

The asphalt gave way beneath a bus in Budapest’s 15th district on Monday morning after water washed away part of the road. Six people, including four children, were taken to hospital. Road collapsed beneath packed bus A section of road collapsed beneath a BKK bus carrying around 30–40 passengers in»»»

Aircraft veers off runway after engine fault forces emergency landing Dubai: The crew of a private aircraft survived an accident near Libya’s Misrata International Airport after an engine malfunction forced the plane to make an emergency landing, according to preliminary information. The aircraft v»»»

From quintessential to hidden escapes, things to see and do As the peak summer heat slowly relents, offering a sigh of relief and hinting at cooler days ahead, the UAE gradually slips into a different rhythm. The pace of life picks up, cities regain their familiar energy, while the country feels mo»»»

Iran’s semi-official Fars News Agency, which is close to the Revolutionary Guard, has denied reports suggesting that members of the Revolutionary Guard had been trapped in the tunnels of the Ali al-Taher ridge in south Lebanon prior to Israel’s seizure of the strategic area. The agency clarified th»»»