China’s President Xi Jinping ousts two top generals - UPI.com
Two of China's top-ranking generals have been removed amid President Xi Jinping's continued purge of military generals who are accused of corruption. File Photo by Daniel Torok/The White House/UPI | License Photo Jan. 24 (UPI) -- Gen. Zhang Youxia no longer is Chinese President Xi Jinping's top mil»»»
Deals signed to supply about 3,000 tonnes of olive oil to Jordan (CEPEX)
Tunis, Jan. 24 (TAP) - More than 40 Jordanian importers, in coordination with the Export Promotion Centre (CEPEX), have conducted field visits to olive oil production sites since November 2025, said CEPEX CEO, Mourad Ben Hassine.In a first phase,...»»»
Qatari security force departs for Italy to support Milano–Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics
DOHA: A Qatari security force has departed for the Republic of Italy to take part in securing the Milano–Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games, following the completion of comprehensive readiness preparations in line with the highest international standards. The deployment will contribute to the implem»»»
Man arrested after driving into Detroit airport terminal, injuring 6 - UPI.com
A man is under arrest and might be charged after driving a vehicle into a Detroit Metro Airport terminal and injuring six on Friday night. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Jan. 24 (UPI) -- An unidentified man has been arrested after he drove a vehicle into a Detroit Metro Airport termi»»»
Nasser Al Attiyah wins 2026 Oman Rally
Muscat: Qatar's Nasser Al Attiyah once again proved his dominance by conquering the 2026 Oman Rally, securing a remarkable 9th victory at the iconic event. This latest triumph also marks his 92nd career win in the Middle East Rally Championship (MERC), further extending his record as the most succe»»»
Doha hosts joint tactical exercise of GCC security agencies
Doha, Qatar: Under the patronage of the Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya), HE Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, the Joint Tactical Exercise of the security agencies of the Gulf Cooperation Council (Arabian Gulf Security 4), hosted by the State»»»
Germany arrests suspected Hamas member over alleged attack plot
German police have arrested a Lebanese national on suspicion of being a member of Hamas and planning attacks in Europe. The man, named as "Mohammad S", was stopped at Berlin's Brandenburg Airport after arriving from Beirut on Friday evening. Federal prosecutors said that in August 2025 he helped pr»»»
Abdelatty urges Israeli withdrawal, Sudan ceasefire in calls with Guterres and Mladenov
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty called for a full Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, the deployment of an international stabilisation force, and an immediate humanitarian truce in Sudan during separate calls with UN Secretary-General António Guterres and Gaza Representative Nickolay Mladenov. I»»»
Government plans EGP 2.7trn in local debt issuances in Q3 FY2025/2026
The Egyptian government intends to offer treasury bills, bonds and sukuk worth a combined EGP 2.703trn during the third quarter of fiscal year (FY) 2025/2026, according to data published by the Ministry of Finance. The planned issuances, which will be executed by the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) on »»»
Russia-US-Ukraine Trilateral Talks Took Place at Al Shati Palace in Abu Dhabi
ABU DHABI (Sputnik) - The first day of trilateral talks on Ukraine was held at Al Shati Palace in Abu Dhabi, a residence where the UAE president frequently receives high-level foreign guests, a Sputnik correspondent reported. The delegations met at Al Shati Palace, located on the coast of a canal f»»»
Egyptian President stresses need to fully implement second phase of Gaza ceasefire deal
Cairo: Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi on Saturday stressed the importance of never obstructing Gaza-bound humanitarian aid, along with the full implementation of the second phase of the ceasefire accord in the enclave, as well as immediately embarking on Gaza redevelopment to make it vibra»»»
Snow, ice hit western, central US as massive storm sweeps nation
Houston: A massive winter storm dumped snow and freezing rain on New Mexico and Texas Saturday as it spread across the United States towards the northeast, threatening tens of millions of Americans with blackouts, transportation chaos and bone-chilling cold. Shoppers stripped supermarket shelves as»»»
Trump says UK soldiers in Afghanistan 'among greatest of all warriors'
Donald Trump has praised UK soldiers who fought in Afghanistan after comments made by the president that allied forces avoided the front lines prompted criticism from veterans and politicians. Earlier this week Trump angered US allies by downplaying the role of Nato troops in the war and doubted wh»»»
Iraq’s Coordination Framework Nominated Al-Maliki for Premiership - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Iraq’s Coordination Framework Nominated Al-Maliki for Premiership 24-01-2026 20:45 PM Iraq’s Coordination Framework (CF) on Saturday offici»»»
Doha second least traffic congested capital in Gulf region: Numbeo
Doha: Qatar's capital city Doha ranked among the lowest traffic congested cities in the Gulf region and West Asia, registering a 135.1 in West Asia's "Traffic Index by City 2026." According to the online database Numbeo which specialises in quality of life metrics, Doha ranked second to Oman's capi»»»
Syrian Petroleum starts pumping gas from Jbessa fields to strengthen power generation
Hasakah, Jan. 24 (SANA) The Syrian Petroleum Company announced on Saturday it has begun pumping raw gas from the Jbessa fields in Hasakah to the Furqlus gas plant in Homs countryside at 35-bar pressure. The company said that the move is intended to supply gas for electricity generation, with a dail»»»
Syrian Petroleum starts pumping gas from Jbessa fields to strengthen power generation
Hasakah, Jan. 24 (SANA) The Syrian Petroleum Company announced on Saturday it has begun pumping raw gas from the Jbessa fields in Hasakah to the Furqlus gas plant in Homs countryside at 35-bar pressure. The company said that the move is intended to supply gas for electricity generation, with a dail»»»
Poland taking over role of hub for British e-commerce
Poland is increasingly replacing the Netherlands as the main logistics hub for British e-commerce companies serving the EU market. Since Brexit, deliveries from the UK to the EU have slowed by 2–4 days and cross-border costs have risen by 30–50%, prompting retailers to seek cheaper and more predict»»»
5-star hotel in Kołobrzeg set to open in mid-2026 with 369 rooms
Construction of the five-star Hotel Mearl in Kołobrzeg is nearing completion, with opening planned for mid-2026. Located directly by the beach on Sułkowskiego Street, on the site of the former “Proton” holiday center, the hotel will offer 369 rooms, including 18 suites. Facilities will include two »»»
Bulgarian fund Eleven Ventures looking to invest in Polish start-ups
Bulgarian venture capital fund Eleven Ventures is planning a significant expansion into Poland, intending to invest around 25% of its new €100 million fund in Polish start-ups. Active since 2012, Eleven has so far focused mainly on Southern and Central Europe, but now sees Poland as one of the most»»»
BMW breaks records for car sales in Poland
BMW Group Polska closed 2025 with its best results ever in Poland, delivering over 38,200 vehicles across BMW, MINI, and BMW Motorrad—about 12% more year on year. BMW alone registered a record 31,298 cars, up 15.4%, securing nearly a 25% share of the premium segment and ranking fourth in the overal»»»
Singapore to invest $785 million in public research on AI
Singapore: Singapore will invest more than Sg$1 billion ($785 million) in public research on artificial intelligence through 2030 to bolster its capabilities and enhance global competitiveness, the government said Saturday. The fund will enable Singapore to establish "world-class" research centres,»»»
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Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe 24-01-2026 19:53 PM Secretary General Sheikh Naim Qassem addressed Hezbollah wounded fighters on their day which coincides with the birthda»»»
China will ‘eat up’ Canada – Trump
China will “eat up” Canada if Ottawa refuses to cooperate with Washington, US President Donald Trump said on Friday. Writing on his Truth Social platform, Trump said Canada opposes his planned Golden Dome missile defense system, which is inspired by Israel’s Iron Dome. “Canada is against The Golden»»»
Federal agents shoot, kill second person in Minnesota amid immigration raids - UPI.com
Thousands of protesters march in sub-zero temperatures during "ICE Out" day to protest the federal government's immigration enforcement surge in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Friday. Photo by Craig Lassig/UPI | License Photo Jan. 24 (UPI) -- Minnesota officials confirmed on Saturday morning that anothe»»»
Senegal PM to visit Morocco after football unrest
Dakar: Senegal's Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko will begin an official visit to Morocco on Monday, after fans from his country were detained in incidents there at the Africa Cup of Nations football final, officials said. Eighteen Senegalese supporters remain in pre-trial detention in Morocco, where t»»»
Doha to begin Joint Tactical Exercise of GCC security agencies on Sunday
DOHA: Under the patronage of Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) HE Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the Joint Tactical Exercise of the security agencies of the Gulf Cooperation Council (Arabian Gulf Security 4), hosted by the State of Qatar, i»»»
Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariffs over China trade deal
US President Donald Trump threatened to slap a 100% tariff on all Canadian goods if the country's prime minister strikes a trade deal with China. "If Canada makes a deal with China, it will immediately be hit with a 100% Tariff against all Canadian goods and products coming into the U.S.A.," Trump »»»
Poland’s Shelter Act will bring changes to design and cost of real estate construction
From 2026, infrastructure security is becoming a real factor shaping investment decisions in Poland’s real estate market. The so-called shelter act, although formally in force since 2025, is now starting to affect everyday investment practice. It introduces a legal framework for planning and using »»»
Record-breaking number of new apartments at end of ‘25 boon for buyers
There is good news for people planning to buy a new apartment in Poland: supply has reached a record level. At the end of 2025, more than 71,000 new flats were available across the seven largest housing markets, according to Rzeczpospolita. Of these, about 16,300 units — around 23% of the total — w»»»
Entrepreneurs in 2025 faced wave of bankruptcies
The year 2025 proved one of the toughest in a decade for Polish entrepreneurs, with a sharp rise in closures, bankruptcies, and restructurings. Data from the Central Economic Information Center show nearly 3,000 businesses shut down, 426 companies went bankrupt, and more than 5,100 entered restruct»»»
Qatar to experience "coldest days of winter" as 'Bard al Azariq' starts: QCH
Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Calendar House (QCH) announced that Saturday, January 24, 2026, signalled the start of the "Bard al Azariq" period. The country is expected to experience the "coldest days of the winter season" until the end of the month as Bard Al Azariq lasts for 8 days, according to QCH. T»»»
Reed stays out in front on Day 3 of Desert Classic
Dubai: American Patrick Reed turned a one-shot overnight lead into a four-stroke cushion. Reed produced one of his best rounds of the week on Moving Day at Emirates Golf Club, carding a five under par to extend his lead and put himself firmly in control heading into the final round. Although he dro»»»
Sharp turn in Hungary's weather brings significant dangers this weekend and next week
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Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariff if it completes China trade deal
Washington: US President Donald Trump on Saturday warned Canada that if it concludes a trade deal with China, he will impose a 100 percent tariff on all goods coming over the border. Relations between the United States and its northern neighbour have been rocky since Trump returned to the White Hou»»»
US deploys Tomahawk-armed submarine to Gulf as Iran claims enhanced missile capabilities
The United States is believed to have deployed an additional submarine armed with 150 Tomahawk cruise missiles to the Middle East as part of a growing military buildup, while Iran's Defence Ministry claims the country has significantly strengthened its missile capabilities since the 12-day conflict»»»
US deploys Tomahawk-armed submarine to Gulf as Iran claims enhanced missile capabilities
The United States is believed to have deployed an additional submarine armed with 150 Tomahawk cruise missiles to the Middle East as part of a growing military buildup, while Iran's Defence Ministry claims the country has significantly strengthened its missile capabilities since the 12-day conflict»»»
Rain expected Saturday night across various regions
Tunis, Jan 24 (TAP) - The weather Saturday night will be temporarily cloudy to very cloudy, with showers forecast for the north and centre, and isolated outbreaks in the south. Rainfall may be locally heavy in the north-west, accompanied by...»»»
Invest Qatar Pavilion concludes in Davos, showcasing Qatar’s leadership, strategic vision
Doha, Qatar: The Invest Qatar Pavilion concluded its impactful presence at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2026 in Davos, Switzerland, emerging as a convening platform for innovation and international engagement. Over five days, the pavilion hosted over 20 networking engagements and p»»»
Awqaf opens registration for Annual School Qur'an Memorization Competition
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs (Awqaf), in cooperation with the Ministry of Education and Higher Education, announced the opening of registration for the 62nd edition of the Annual School Qur'an Memorization Competition, held under the patronage of Minister of Endowment»»»
Venezuela moves to open up oil sector, a key Trump demand
CARACAS — Venezuelan lawmakers last week gave their initial backing to plans to throw open the oil sector to private investors, paving the way for the return of US energy majors — a key demand of President Donald Trump.Less than three weeks after the US ouster of Nicolas Maduro, MPs endorsed on fir»»»
ECB chief thanks Davos 'euro-bashers' as welcome wake-up call
DAVOS, Switzerland — After a week of hearing various US officials denigrate Europe, its leaders and its regulations at Davos, ECB chief Christine Lagarde said Friday that the harsh words could be just what the continent needed."We have heard a lot of European bashing in the last few days," Lagarde »»»
Over 8000 flights canceled in the US due to winter storm
More than 200 million Americans are bracing for an unusually severe winter storm beginning Friday, with forecasts calling for heavy snow and freezing rain. The National Weather Service (NWS) warned that the storm, moving eastward from the High Plains and Rockies, is likely to create “extremely dang»»»
Arab parliament reaffirms support for Syria’s unity, addresses regional crises
Cairo, Jan. 24 (SANA) The Arab Parliament on Saturday reaffirmed its support for Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, calling for national dialogue within state institutions as the basis for a lasting solution in the country. Speaking during a parliamentary session in Cairo, Arab Parliame»»»
Turkish pro-Kurd DEM party warns of 'humanitarian tragedy' in siege on Syria's Kobane
DEM, Turkey's pro-Kurdish party, on Saturday called for the blockade on the Kurdish-majority city of Kobane to be lifted immediately, warning of a "humanitarian tragedy" in the northern Syrian town. Kurdish forces have withdrawn from areas near Kobane over the past week following pressure from»»»
US tightens military posture near Iran
As the United States maintains pressure and threats against Iran, the Islamic Republic has warned that “any attack against it will be considered a total war.” Some airlines subsequently announced the suspension of their Middle East routes; Air France had done the same, but as of midday the company »»»
Emiratis in New York asked to exercise caution
Dubai: The UAE Consulate in New York has issued an advisory urging Emirati citizens in the United States to exercise caution as a snowstorm is forecast to affect New York State and surrounding areas. In a statement, the consulate called on citizens to follow safety instructions issued by local auth»»»
Europe’s digital reliance on US Big Tech: Does the EU have a plan?
Souring transatlantic relations between the EU and US have exposed one of Europe’s greatest vulnerabilities: its heavy reliance on US Big Tech. EU lawmakers are pushing for homegrown alternatives – but how realistic are their goals? In the digital era, almost every part of life – from communic»»»
Trump threatens 100% tariff on Canadian goods over China deal
US President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 100% tariff on all Canadian goods entering the United States if Canada allows China to use it as a transit point for exports to America, Trump wrote on January 24. "If G»»»
First direct Ukraine-Russia talks in UAE since invasion end without breakthrough
Ukrainian and Russian negotiators held their first direct trilateral peace discussions with the United States since Moscow's full-scale invasion nearly four years ago in Abu Dhabi on January 23 and 24, but the two-day meeting concluded without agreement as Russia maintained territorial demands reje»»»