DOHA: On the occasion of the start of the new academic year 2026–2027, Assistant Undersecretary for Private Education Affairs at the Ministry of Education and Higher Education, Omar Abdulaziz Al Naama, visited several private schools to check on the progress of the educational process and to follow»»»

The opposition right-wing Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has won Sunday’s regional election in the eastern German state of Saxony-Anhalt with 43.8% of the vote, the local election commission has said. The AfD is set to claim 39 out of 97 seats in the local legislature, falling short of a gover»»»

The General Tax Authority (GTA) has announced that it will approve analysis certificates for sweetened drink registrations electronically via the Dhareeba platform starting November 1, 2026. The platform will integrate directly with Ministry of Public Health-accredited and GTA-registered labs, remo»»»

BELGRADE - The Serbian government on Monday adopted a proposal, and submitted it to the president of the Republic, that the National Assembly be dissolved and elections for MPs called. "In the explanatory notes, Prime Minister Professor Djuro Macut, MD, DSc, stated that, in the period following the»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Lebanese health ministry updates toll of Israeli aggression since March 2, 2026: 4381 martyrs and 12402 injuries 07-09-2026 19:23 PM Latest»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Yemeni Armed Forces announce the downing of a CH4 reconnaissance drone belonging to the Saudi regime while it was carrying out hostile miss»»»

Police evacuated and closed the judicial complex as authorities continued investigation Dubai: A man was shot dead inside a criminal courtroom in the Syrian city of Latakia on Monday in what authorities said appeared to be an act of revenge, while a police officer was also wounded. The Syrian Arab »»»

Gan Direct Insurance is the first direct insurance company in Cyprus and has built a strong reputation over more than 30 years in the local market, offering customers simple and direct access to insurance. Following the transaction, Gan Direct Insurance will enter a new phase of growth, with a stro»»»

Real estate investors are increasingly demanding measurable business benefits from PropTech rather than adopting technology for its own sake, according to Blue Bolt founder Maciej Grabowski. He says Polish solutions are often as advanced as those in Western markets, but adoption has lagged. The gre»»»

Mercure Szczyrk Resort, described as Europe’s longest hotel at 330 meters, welcomed nearly half a million guests and hosted about 700 business events during its first two years of operation. The hotel also received almost 25 industry awards, although management considers returning guests its strong»»»

US backroom diplomacy on Ukraine cannot achieve peace without Washington accepting that it is no longer the world’s sole superpower, economist and public policy scholar Jeffrey Sachs has told RT. The comments follow separate closed-door talks held by US special envoy Steve Witkoff and President Don»»»

Right-wing protesters have clashed with police in the British city of Portsmouth as they tried to prevent a group of newly arrived migrants from being processed, videos from the scene show. A small boat which departed Normandy in France with some 140 asylum seekers aboard was intercepted by the UK »»»

During the first part of the period under review, particularly throughout the 2000s, Romanian investors had only a sporadic presence in the market, with some years recording no significant acquisitions involving local capital. “Romanian capital has entered a new stage of maturity. While 10 to 15 ye»»»

There is a fatal flaw in the Trump administration’s recently announced “economic D-Day” against Iran. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent declared that the new US sanctions and pressure campaign was designed to “sever every economic lifeline that sustains the tyrannical regime” in Iran. But Iran’s »»»

Jakarta: Indonesia's main airport postponed reopening on Monday after halting operations following a volcanic eruption that left hundreds of thousands of passengers stranded. Mount Anak Krakatau, about 150 kilometres (93 miles) from Indonesia's capital, Jakarta, erupted on Saturday, spewing a fount»»»

Authorities urge residents and employers to comply with residency, labour and border rules Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior has warned individual employers that allowing their workers to take jobs with others or work for their own account could result in imprisonment, a fine of up to SR100,000 a»»»

BELGRADE - Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev arrived on an official two-day visit to Serbia on Monday. At the Nikola Tesla Airport in Belgrade, he was ceremonially welcomed by Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic. Vucic and his wife Tamara greeted Mirziyoyev and his wife Ziroat. The welcoming ceremo»»»

The store will offer customers the full range of Leroy Merlin products and services, tailored to all types of construction, renovation and fitting-out projects. Among the categories that will feature prominently at the new location are Gardening, Paint, Bathroom Fittings, Kitchens and Building Mate»»»

School backpacks, one of the categories most closely associated with the beginning of the school year, reached an increase of 86%. Interest also grew for folders and binders, up 84%, fountain pens, up 107%, highlighters, up 127%, and rollerball pens, which recorded a 158% increase. Some smaller sch»»»

Doha, Qatar: International reserves and foreign currency liquidity at Qatar Central Bank (QCB) increased by 0.75 percent year-on-year in August, reaching QAR 262.240 billion, compared to QAR 260.282 billion recorded during the same period last year. Official data released by the QCB Monday showed a»»»

Reinforce the emirate’s position as a leading global hub for maritime activities The Dubai Maritime Authority (DMA), at the Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC) continues to develop an integrated maritime ecosystem that enhances navigational safety, improves the efficiency of maritime se»»»

Analysts at Freedom24, the European retail broker of Nasdaq-listed Freedom Holding Corp., look at the key indicators Romanian investors should watch and the factors that could shape Take-Two’s longer-term performance. “GTA VI will undoubtedly be one of the most significant releases in gaming histor»»»

Ministry of Foreign Affairs wishes a speedy recovery for all the injured The United Arab Emirates has expressed its solidarity with the Republic of Cabo Verde following a bus crash on Fogo island, which resulted in a number of deaths and injuries. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Mo»»»

Phone call focuses on cooperation, security and stability UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a phone call from President of the Lebanese Republic Joseph Aoun, during which they discussed bilateral relations and cooperation while reaffirming their commitment»»»

New Dubai showcase connects Indian district products with UAE buyers, investors, retailers Dubai: Indian districts are being put in the spotlight in the UAE as a new initiative seeks to connect local Indian producers with buyers, investors, retailers and distributors in the Gulf and wider global ma»»»

Geneva: The State of Qatar reaffirmed its firm support for the unity and territorial integrity of Sudan and the right of its people to a dignified life, security, and stability. Qatar emphasised its deep concern over the ongoing armed conflict, which has caused unprecedented suffering for the Sudan»»»

BELGRADE - At an extraordinary government session, Serbian PM Djuro Macut proposed a dissolution of the national parliament and the calling of parliamentary elections. "Elections have never been a sign of the state's weakness. Elections are proof of the unbreakable strength of a democratic Serbia t»»»

Eurozone investor sentiment improved more strongly than expected in September, according to the Sentix Institute, reaching its highest level since February 2002. The index rose for a fifth consecutive month to 5.1, up from 0.9 in August and well above the expected 2.1. Sentix said the eurozone was »»»

oland has substantial domestic savings but lacks mechanisms to channel them into local real estate and infrastructure, according to DL Invest Group CEO Dominik Leszczyński. DL Invest’s portfolio is worth more than PLN 5.2 bln, yet its Polish assets are financed largely by foreign banks and investor»»»

Polish household financial assets reached a record PLN 4.102 bln at the end of March 2026, up 15.3% y/y, according to the Polish Development Fund. However, nearly 48% remains in cash and bank deposits, highlighting households’ preference for liquid, easily understood assets. Current deposits alone »»»

Poland’s competition and consumer protection authority, UOKiK, has ordered four banks to change how they handle reports of unauthorized payment transactions. The banks must also reassess customer complaints they previously rejected. UOKiK criticized delays in refunding disputed payments, conditiona»»»

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Poland could spend around PLN 200 bln on defense in 2026 and has access to EUR 43.7 bln in loans under the EU SAFE program, with 89% expected to support Polish defense companies. However, experts say financing is not the sector’s main constraint. The industry lacks predictable, multi-year procureme»»»

AI technology is advancing rapidly, but most companies still struggle to convert it into meaningful business results. While new models are promoted as revolutionary, Gartner research cited in the article found that only 22% of companies have achieved broad, successful AI deployments. New York Feder»»»

New rules governing electricity tariffs and billing took effect in Poland on September 5, aiming to make household energy bills simpler and more transparent. Under a regulation issued by the energy minister, the subscription fee will be moved to the electricity sales portion of the bill, making it »»»

The spokesman for the Yemeni Armed Forces affirmed that the ongoing Saudi aggression against Yemen will not remain unanswered and unpunished. Via his Telegram Channel, Brigadier General Yahya Saree stressed that the Saudi regime must bear the consequences of its crimes against the Yemeni people. Wh»»»

From minerals to manufacturing, Africa courts Gulf capital for value-added growth Dubai: Dubai World Trade Centre has become an unlikely capital of African economic diplomacy at the AIM Congress 2026. From Robinah Nabbanja, Honourable Prime minister of Uganda to Naseem Banu Lahri, the Managing Dire»»»

The absence of any attempts to break out suggests a complete loss of command and coordination, retired colonel and military analyst Anatoly Matviychuk says, commenting on the encirclement of around 1,700 Ukrainian troops by Russian forces in the Kharkov region. Local commanders are either unable to»»»

Developers woo buyers with AI-enabled homes, discounts and delivery pledges at IPS Dubai: Dubai’s property market opened its latest major industry showcase on Monday with developers unveiling new technology-led projects, buyers being offered fresh incentives, as the emirate’s real estate sector loo»»»

The concept is part of the Dh180b Dubai Creek Harbour development in Dubai Dubai Square has unveiled its vision for an air-conditioned parking environment with full interior design treatment, extending the quality of the destination beyond the mall entrance and into every stage of the arrival and d»»»

Sovereign wealth assets exceed $5tn, while GCC bank assets stand at about $3.9tn Abu Dhabi: Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), said Gulf integration has become a major driver of investment, strengthening member states’ global economic standing through »»»

Indian state highlights incentives, fast-track approvals to attract global investors Dubai: Punjab is positioning itself as a key gateway for global investors seeking opportunities in northern India, offering a combination of industrial infrastructure, skilled talent, investor incentives and stream»»»

Jakarta: Eleven people were killed in a fire in Indonesia's Paniai Regency in Central Papua. Indonesia's ANTARA news agency reported that the fire broke out Monday in the village of Babuda, resulting in the deaths of 11 people, injury of 20 others, and the destruction of 40 homes. Indonesian author»»»

The United Nations special rapporteur on Palestinian territories Francesca Albanese warned Monday that large-scale rubble removal in parts of Gaza under Israeli control could risk erasing "evidence relevant to the investigation of alleged international crimes". Israel's bombardment and ground »»»

At ⁠least ​11 ​people were killed, including two infants, were injured ⁠in Israeli strikes on ​a ‌residential building in ‌a town ​in southern Lebanon early on Monday, ​Lebanon's ​state ​news agency ​reported. The Israeli army had demanded early Monday that residents of Deir Zahrani in souther»»»

Cairo, Sept. 7 (SANA) Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani met on Monday with Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the Republic of Yemen Afrah al-Zouba on the sidelines of the 166th Ordinary Session of the Arab League Council at the ministerial level. Durin»»»

Cairo, Sept. 7 (SANA) Foreign and Expatriates Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani said Monday that Syria has regained its natural place among its Arab partners as a “shoulder and support, not a burden,” as the country moves beyond 15 years of hardship into a comprehensive phase of rebuilding its econ»»»

New event hosts workshops, SME showcases and family activities until September 21 Dubai: Dubai Municipality has launched "Athar", an exhibition celebrating the achievements and contributions of Emirati women, as part of activities marking Emirati Women's Day. The exhibition is being held at Hewi Na»»»

Summer is officially over in Europe – and for millions of people, this may be remembered as the year when extreme weather stopped feeling particularly unusual.Western Europe endured an extraordinary succession of heatwaves, drought, wildfires, and water shortages. Temperatures repeatedly climbed ab»»»

It’s impossible to fully understand the legacy of American feminist icon Gloria Steinem without mentioning Russia. Steinem – who fought her entire life to promote the radical concept that women should be able to choose whatever kind of life they want – passed away peacefully at her New York home la»»»