By Staff Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri stressed that “stability and protecting the country are everyone’s responsibility,” calling on “all parties” to refrain from anything that could heighten tensions and deepen internal divisions. Berri addressed signs of sectarian tensions, asking: “Is»»»

György Matolcsy, the former governor of Hungary’s central bank, has been detained on suspicion of economic fraud causing significant financial damage and using a forged private document, his lawyer has confirmed. Matolcsy was taken to the Central Chief Prosecution Office of Investigation early on W»»»

SBI confirms data leak, exposing thousands of customer records on the dark web Dubai: State Bank of India (SBI) said on Wednesday that 3,897 customer records containing personal details were found exposed on the dark web, days after a hacker group claimed to be sitting on a much larger haul of the »»»

László Kövér, former Speaker of Hungary’s National Assembly and a co-founder of Fidesz, has admitted that the party failed to address several important issues during its 16 years in government, singling out the country’s education system as an area that has deteriorated. Co-founder of Fidesz used t»»»

Doha, Qatar: HSBC yesterday announced the appointment of Sami Abouzahr as Head of International Wealth and Premier Banking (IWPB), UAE and Middle East, effective immediately. Sami relocates to the UAE from Hong Kong, where he has served as Head of Investments and Managed Solutions, Wealth and Premi»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Museums (QM) has appointed celebrated Nigerian curator Azu Nwagbogu as the Artistic Director of Tasweer 2027, the fourth edition of QM’s photography biennial and the first to be presented under QM’s future Art Mill Museum. Known for his work organising exhibitions and publishing »»»

As Iran seeks to disrupt energy flow and the markets, the focal point of the fighting has for now shifted to Yemen, with the Iran-backed Houthi militia staging attacks on Saudi airports, cities, oil facilities, and infrastructure. A host of regional actors have come together to mediate, with most a»»»

By Staff, Agencies The United Nations has warned that approximately 950,000 displaced Palestinians in the Gaza Strip are at risk of flooding during the winter season, with more than 400,000 living in displacement sites classified as highly vulnerable. A UN report published Tuesday said 294,250 fami»»»

"I cannot understand why Iliana Iotova was misled by all of this and did not come to explain herself. They simply hid her," Movement for Rights and Freedoms (MRF) leader Delyan Peevski said on Wednesday after MPs twice failed to establish a quorum for an extraordinary parliamentary sitting intended»»»

Why Maz Jobrani believes better jokes, not censorship, are the answer Dubai: Iranian-American comedian Maz Jobrani has zero patience for comedians who complain that cancel culture is killing their careers. His take? “Listen, you're not being canceled. You're just lazy. You haven't written new jokes»»»

By Staff, Agencies The Hill reported that New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani voiced support for Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed on Tuesday, saying his election would reflect a broader push for a different political direction in Washington, with working people at the center of policymakin»»»

The night market offers residents a place to reconnect with family, friends, community Dubai: The music catches your attention first. Then come the lights, the chatter of families, and the smell of food drifting from one stall to the next. A traditional Filipino jeepney adds another reminder of hom»»»

London: Former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has accused Cristiano Ronaldo of letting the team down during his time in charge. Portugal star Ronaldo was in his second spell at United when Ten Hag was hired in 2022. Ten Hag’s relationship with Ronaldo quickly became tense and the striker re»»»

Travel advisories issued for Saudi routes; cancellations and delays persist. Flights from the UAE continue to face disruption on Wednesday, October 21, as airlines adjust services amid escalating regional security tensions. Several flights to Saudi Arabia have been cancelled, while delays have been»»»

A protest against the government's response to security developments in the Black Sea took place in central Sofia, with demonstrators demanding a stronger defense policy and closer coordination with Bulgaria's EU and NATO allies. The demonstration, held under the slogan "Your 'Peace' Is Capitulatio»»»

A survey by Market Links conducted for bTV shows President Iliaana Yotova leading Andrey Gyurov by 16.7 percentage points in the presidential race, while support for the Progressive Bulgaria (PB) party has fallen to 32% in a hypothetical parliamentary election. Further reading: Poll: Yotova Le»»»

In a social media post on Tuesday, Ukraine's chief diplomat Andrii Sybiha shared his eagerness to work with the new Romania's incoming Foreign Minister Dan Neculaescu, after the latter's recent appointment."I look forward to working closely with my new Romanian counterpart to further advance the Uk»»»

The Government's priority is to improve the standard of living for Romanians, Prime Minister Luca Niculescu stated on Tuesday evening, at the start of the first meeting of the new Cabinet."Dear colleagues, welcome to this first Government meeting. I imagine it has been a long day for you, but there»»»

Doha, Qatar: Escalating security threats across the Gulf underscore the dangers of misjudging adversaries and failing to anticipate the wider consequences of military action, former senior US diplomat Barbara A Leaf has warned, arguing that major geopolitical shocks are often preceded by warning si»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani expressed great pride in the significant development of bilateral relations between Qatar and France. Following talks and a dinner banquet with French President HE Emmanuel Macron, HH the Amir shared a social media post highlighting the stron»»»

Doha, Qatar: Milipol Qatar 2026 opened in Doha yesterday, bringing together leading international companies and security experts to showcase the latest technologies and solutions, exchange expertise and expand opportunities for cooperation and investment in the homeland security and safety sector. »»»

By Staff, Agencies New Zealand has raised its volcanic alert level amid continued volcanic ash emissions from White Island, also known as Whakaari, authorities said Wednesday. Earth Sciences New Zealand said there was no immediate threat to the mainland, apart from the possibility of a noticeable s»»»

A haven for peace, family memories, and rare wildlife. Abu Dhabi: The temperature drops first. Somewhere along the climb, the air through the window turns cooler, the city thins out behind you, and the noise goes with it. By the time the curves tighten, you’ve stopped thinking about the drive and s»»»

Doha, Qatar: Protecting civilians affected by conflict, preventing wars from spreading across borders, and safeguarding the critical infrastructure that underpins daily life must form the core of international security cooperation, a senior French parliamentarian has said. Speaking to The Peninsula»»»

By Staff, Agencies Poland is unable to provide Ukraine with Patriot interceptor missiles due to limited available resources, Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski has said, noting that other NATO members still have supplies they could contribute. “There are countries in NATO that still have such resou»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar has called for a new, inclusive approach to international peacebuilding, warning that unchecked regional escalation, growing military expenditure and fragmented diplomatic efforts are pushing the world towards a dangerous period of prolonged conflict. Advisor to the Prime Ministe»»»

By Staff, Agencies Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said that Washington’s dispute with Tehran stems from its opposition to Iran’s Islamic establishment and the country’s refusal to submit to American dominance, describing the nuclear issue as merely a pretext. “In my view, what they opp»»»

Hungary could adopt the euro as early as 2032, but Brussels-based economists warn that meeting the official entry criteria will not guarantee success. Hungary may be moving closer to euro adoption, but a new study by Brussels-based economic think tank Bruegel warns that the country must address dee»»»

Expanded from six dimensions to nine, and updated to 2026, the second edition of the Doha-based author’s book gives leaders a framework for reading a world in turmoil When Ahmad Javaid published the first edition of The Power Game: Winners and Losers in the Global Arena, he made a simple promise to»»»

Tracing a legacy of compassion and innovation in UAE dentistry Abu Dhabi: Sama Tabrizi was just ten months old when her parents moved from Turkey to the UAE in the late 1960s. The family set up a dental clinic with a friend of her father’s in Al Ain, which set their base for the future beyond. “One»»»

Political consultant Roger Stone has called for cutting off US funding to Kiev, highlighting that Vladimir Zelensky is showing contempt for Washington despite receiving billions of dollars in American aid. Speaking on America Now with RT’s Ben Swann, Stone said the Ukrainian leader “has no interest»»»

A new restriction takes effect November 1, but travellers face different rules Dubai: The UAE will ban the veterinary use of ciprofloxacin, a widely prescribed antibiotic for pets and farm animals, from November 1. The ban was announced by the Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE) and will cover veteri»»»

Expo City Dubai is partnering up with Disney+ this year Expo City Dubai is bringing back Winter City this year complete with movies, Christmas lights, and Santa meets. Disney+ is also participating for the Al Wasl Plaza event and bringing shows worth a song. You can watch toys come to life, join th»»»

Abu Dhabi pilot explores wearable solutions for early MS detection and treatment Abu Dhabi: A wearable device being developed at Khalifa University could help doctors spot changes in the way people with multiple sclerosis walk or keep their balance, Dr. Charalampos Pitsalidis, Assistant Professor a»»»

Codeine, Xanax and tramadol need paperwork. Here is what you can and cannot fly in with Dubai: The UAE will ban the veterinary use of ciprofloxacin, a widely prescribed antibiotic for pets and farm animals, from November 1. The ban was announced by the Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE) and will cov»»»

Security guarantees and post-war reconstruction dominate Oslo talks OSLO: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that a range of issues were discussed during talks in Oslo on Tuesday, including proposals for different ceasefire formats. According to Ukrinform, the head of state made the re»»»

JERUSALEM: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday said France had been hit by an “invasion of extremist Islam,” in provocative remarks criticizing the country after weekend protests over economic conditions degenerated into riots. The remarks echoed the language of far-right politicia»»»

All the facilities and amenities that make Dubai Public Parks inclusive and accessible Dubai: Picture a family day out where a wheelchair user doesn’t have to sit outside the bench. At Dubai's public parks, that is a reality, with free wheelchairs, ramps, reserved parking and seating designed so wh»»»

Liverpool stages stunning comeback to edge Villarreal in Champions League thriller Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola said the Reds cannot afford to relax after storming back from a two-goal deficit to beat Villarreal 4-3 on Tuesday and maintain a perfect start to their Champions League campaign. Vill»»»

The Gulf’s native landscapes invite us to slow down and connect with where we live Most of us assume that if you sat someone down in total quiet, with nothing to do and nowhere to be, they would eventually relax. A 2014 study led by psychologist Timothy Wilson at the University of Virginia, publish»»»

Zelensky accuses Musk of blocking Starlink during critical military operations Washington DC: Billionaire and SpaceX founder Elon Musk directed an intentional slowdown of Ukraine's essential military Starlink network, sparking widespread alarm in Kyiv and leaving the Trump administration bewildered»»»

King Charles praises Oman's role in Middle East peace during historic state visit King Charles III praised Oman's peacemaking attempts in the Middle East Tuesday as Sultan Haitham bin Tariq began the first state visit by an Omani ruler to the UK in nearly half a century. Hailing longstanding diplom»»»

LONDON: King Charles III praised Oman’s peacemaking attempts in the Middle East Tuesday as Sultan Haitham bin Tariq began the first state visit by an Omani ruler to the UK in nearly half a century. Hailing longstanding diplomatic, military and royal ties at a Windsor Castle banquet, the British mon»»»

Tribune News Network DOHA Qatar Museums (QM) has appointed celebrated Nigerian curator Azu Nwagbogu as the Artistic Director of Tasweer 2027, the fourth edition of QM’s photography biennial and the first to be presented under QM’s future Art Mill Museum. Known for his work organising exhibitions an»»»

Continue the Change Chair Assen Vassilev told reporters at a protest of young doctors outside the Health Ministry on Tuesday that Prime Minister Rumen Radev is wrong to say that protests against the government are aimed at putting together a new political coalition. "Mr Radev, instead of talking ab»»»

MUMBAI, India: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held talks with India’s foreign minister in Mumbai on Tuesday as the two countries seek to deepen energy cooperation and move closer to finalizing a trade deal. India and the United States seek to revive trade negotiations stalled for months by tensi»»»

FII event delayed as Kingdom faces Houthi attacks; organisers cite quality considerations Dubai: Saudi Arabia's Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute has postponed the 10th edition of its flagship international investment conference until 2027, amid heightened regional tensions and Houthi at»»»

Off-plan properties accounted for 81% of residential transactions during the 3rd quarter Abu Dhabi’s residential property market recorded sales worth Dh21.5 billion in the third quarter of 2026, across 6,085 transactions, as demand continued to grow for luxury properties and off-plan units, accordi»»»

PARIS: French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu on Tuesday vowed a “massive” police presence at fresh protests called for the coming weekend, as he faced criticism over the handling of recent street violence. The eurozone’s second-largest economy was rocked on Saturday by some of its worst rioting i»»»

People gathered to protest in front of the president's administration on Tuesday night against President Iliana Iotova and Prime Minister Rumen Radev. The protest was held under the slogan "Your 'peace' is capitulation! Your 'diplomacy' is isolation! How much longer will we pretend not to see what »»»