Saudi Arabia announces discovery of rare earth minerals and uranium
Vienna: Saudi Minister of Energy Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman announced Monday the discovery of an estimated 114 million tons of ore containing high concentrations of rare earth minerals and promising uranium deposits at the Jabal Sayid project in Madinah. Speaking at the 70th IAEA General Conferenc»»»
Hungary’s new child protection bill to scrap controversial anti-LGBTQ provisions
The Tisza government has submitted a child protection bill that would remove references to homosexuality and transgender identity from Hungary’s controversial 2021 legislation, while introducing new rules targeting sexual exploitation, harmful content and political advertising aimed at children. Th»»»
Tax sukuk rules, parameters being finalised ahead of launch within weeks: ETA chief
Rasha Abdel Aal, Head of the Egyptian Tax Authority (ETA), said the rules and parameters governing the proposed tax sukuk, including their rate of return, are currently being finalised ahead of their planned launch as a financing instrument for taxpayers in the domestic market within weeks. Abdel A»»»
Opinion | Wait of the Union: West Bank roads expand while EU stalls on Palestinian statehood
Europe increasingly recognises Palestinian statehood as a political objective while watching the territory required for it being steadily eroded. European governments oppose settlement expansion, settler attacks, land confiscation and the E1 project; a growing number have recognised the State of Pa»»»
Royal visit opens new avenues for Jordan-China economic cooperation
AMMAN — Minister of Industry, Trade and Supply Yarub Qudah said on Monday that the visit marked an important step towards strengthening the strategic partnership between the two countries, opening new prospects for trade, investment and tourism as part of efforts to diversify markets and attract hi»»»
French candidates race to claim the cost-of-living issue ahead of 2027 vote
A new Ipsos survey reveals a country gripped by pessimism, with soaring prices the top worry for French voters ahead of the April 2027 presidential election. Candidates from far-right leader Marine Le Pen, to the far-left's Jean-Luc Mélenchon are racing to make&nb»»»
President Iotova to Set Date for Security Council Meeting "If Necessary"
President Iliana Iotova will set a date for a meeting of the Consultative Council for National Security if it is "deemed necessary." "The latest available data on risks to national security should first be analyzed," Iotova said on Monday, speaking to journalists in Silistra. "We want to make sure »»»
Egypt seeks strategic partnerships with global companies to boost manufacturing capabilities
Egypt’s Minister of State for Military Production Salah Gamblat said the ministry is committed to implementing President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi’s directives to strengthen international cooperation, expand partnerships with global companies, and benefit from advanced expertise and technologies to deve»»»
Petkovic requests OSCE to ensure Serbian parliamentary polls are held in Kosovo-Metohija, too
BELGRADE - The head of the Serbian government Office for Kosovo-Metohija Petar Petkovic has requested from the head of the OSCE Mission in Pristina Gerard McGurk that, in line with its mandate and authority under UN Security Council Resolution 1244, the mission provide support for holding the Serbi»»»
Hungarian police officer admits beating defenceless man, breaking several bones
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»»»
Israeli officials lash out at NAZA over alleged IDF AI-powered Gaza killings
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»»»
Konopny applies for registration of two varieties of medicinal cannabis
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Roar of "sonic cannon" not audible in original footage from protest - prosecutor's office
BELGRADE - In an analysis published on Sunday, the Higher Public Prosecutor's Office in Belgrade said a roaring sound typical of sonic cannons was not audible in original footage from a March 15, 2025 protest in central Belgrade. It said the original footage, made and published by Stefan Radic, the»»»
Von der Leyen’s State of the Union speech risks making border pushbacks ‘normal’ EU migration policy
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 »»»
Saudi raids on Borj bridge in Taiz claim two Yemeni martyrs and injure a third citizen: reports - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Stock market rebounds after four consecutive declines
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...»»»
Apple releases iOS 27 today with major Siri AI overhaul: Is your iphone eligible?
Doha, Qatar: Apple is rolling out iOS 27 today, September 14, bringing one of the biggest updates to the iPhone in recent years, led by a major AI-powered overhaul of Siri alongside new customisation and Apple Intelligence features. The update will be available for the iPhone 11 series and newer, m»»»
A strong start for the camel race heats on the eighth day of the first local camel racing event
The first local race for purebred Arabian camels for the 2026-2027 season continued for the eighth day, organized by the Camel Racing Committee and running until September 18, with a large turnout from fans of this traditional sport. The race competitions take place over 12 consecutive days in the »»»
Volcanic eruption forces flight suspensions at Italy's Catania airport
Rome: Air traffic over Sicily's Catania Airport was temporarily suspended following volcanic activity at Mount Etna that spewed ash plumes across the airspace. "Arrivals and departures at Catania Airport are suspended," the airport said in a statement on its website. The airport, that usually servi»»»
560-Plus Non-Residential Buildings Renovated Under Resilience and Recovery Plan
More than 560 non-residential buildings across the country have been renovated by the Ministry of Regional Development and Public Works with funding from the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (NRRP). The investment amounts to nearly EUR 346 million under the schemes “Support for Sustainable Ene»»»
Anti-SLAPP Coalition Condemns EUR 25,000 Lawsuit against Journalist
The Bulgarian anti-SLAPP coalition has condemned a lawsuit filed against the Capital website's health journalist Desislava Nikolova over her reports on a public procurement procedure for cancer screening tests. The claim is "yet another attempt to drag a journalist into costly and lengthy legal pro»»»
Russian gas deliveries to Hungary suddenly halved after diplomat expulsions: here's the reason
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»»»
3 Italian passengers fly from Delhi to Munich without immigration checks; Air India gets notice
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»»»
Hamdan tours Arabian Travel Market: ‘Dubai will remain where tourism’s future is shaped’
The 33rd edition brings together 1,405 tourism organisations and companies from worldwide Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, toured the 33rd Arabian Travel Market on Monday. The exhibition, being held at Dub»»»
Abu Dhabi to use AI to detect hazardous material risks earlier
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»»»
1,200 exhibitors from 95 countries at Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2026
The fair is a global platform for culture, knowledge and dialogue The ongoing edition of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF 2026) - which runs until Sep 18 - holds exceptional significance in the fair’s history, marking a new milestone in a journey spanning 35 editions of continuous growt»»»
Secretary-General of the Cooperation Council: The Gulf banking sector has maintained its solidity and stability despite the current circumstances
Manama: Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council, HE Jasem Mohamed Al-Budaiwi, confirmed that the banking sector in the GCC countries has maintained its strength and stability despite current conditions, supported by advanced regulatory and supervisory frameworks, as well as good levels of»»»
India approves electricity exports to flood-hit Nepal
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 »»»
Syria, US hold talks to strengthen economic, investment ties
Damascus: Syrian officials held talks in Damascus on Monday with a US business delegation representing 50 companies, as the two sides explored investment opportunities and ways to expand economic partnerships. The delegation, which includes more than 80 participants from a range of sectors, is the »»»
Bulgaria’s Consumer Watchdog Imposes €205,000 in FinesOpinions
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»»»
Saudi oil pipeline crippled for weeks as Houthis seize more Red Sea islands
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 »»»
ALECSO highlights educational and cultural violations against Palestinian children
Tunisia: The Arab Organization for Education, Culture, and Science (ALECSO) held today a conference on Palestinian childhood titled: 'Palestinian Childhood under Israeli Occupation: Monitoring Educational and Cultural Violations and Strengthening Protection and Resilience Mechanisms,' with the part»»»
PM Magyar says former PM Orbán could face prison over threats against new asset recovery office staff
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»»»
Leroy Merlin Romania to invest €24.5 million in 2026 in network development
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»»»
Haskovo Regional Governor Establishes Working Group to Address Foster Care Issues Following BTA-organized Discussion
Haskovo Regional Governor Todor Ivanov announced that he is organizing a roundtable with inter-institutional participation to address issues related to the Foster Care social service. The working group's establishment was prompted by questions raised during a BTA-hosted discussion here on Monday re»»»
UCC across 21 NDA states by 2029: Why India’s Uniform Civil Code push matters
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»»»
Irina Manole, Head of Sustainability & CSR at Oxygen: When green claims meet hard evidence
As new EU rules raise the bar for environmental claims, sustainability communication is moving from broad promises to specific, verifiable evidence. Irina Manole, Head of Sustainability & CSR at Oxygen, explains why this shift will reshape the way brands communicate and why credibility doesn’t have»»»
UAE traffic update: Heavy Dubai-Sharjah congestion, accidents, Abu Dhabi road closure
Evening rush brings heavy congestion on key Dubai-Sharjah corridors Dubai: Heavy evening traffic is slowing motorists across key Dubai-Sharjah routes on Monday, with Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311), Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) and Al Maleha Street among the busiest corridors, according to live Go»»»
Petkovic requests OSCE to ensure parliamentary polls are held in Kosovo-Metohija, too
BELGRADE - The head of the Serbian government Office for Kosovo-Metohija Petar Petkovic has requested from the head of the OSCE Mission in Pristina Gerard McGurk that, in line with its mandate and authority under UN Security Council Resolution 1244, the mission provide support for holding the Serbi»»»
US-Iran conflict: 5 things UAE residents need to know
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 »»»
Experts Create Interactive Map of Antibiotic Consumption in Bulgaria
Experts created an interactive map of antibiotic consumption in Bulgaria and discussed the topic of antibiotic resistance during a news conference at BTA’s national press club in Sofia on Monday. The conference also addressed the rational and irrational antibiotic consumption and its impact on resi»»»
Liverpool will have to accept 'ups and downs', says Iraola
Liverpool: Andoni Iraola admitted there would be "ups and downs" for Liverpool as he searches for consistency early in his Anfield reign following a stuttering start to the season. The former Bournemouth boss, who replaced the sacked Arne Slot, oversaw a frustrating 0-0 stalemate against Fulham on »»»
Kyrgyzstan’s foreign trade reaches $10 billion - | 24.KG
Kyrgyzstan’s foreign trade turnover amounted to $10 billion in January-July 2026, the National Statistical Committee says. The figure increased by 7.7 percent compared with the same period in 2025. Exports decline, imports grow In January-July 2026, exports turned positive for the first time since »»»
Iran Expands List of Vessels Subject to Potential Sanctions - Strait Authority
TEHRAN (Sputnik) - Iran expanded the list of vessels subject to potential restrictive measures in the Strait of Hormuz to 77 on Monday, the Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA) said. "Vessels violating Iranian protocols in the Strait of Hormuz will face restrictions on future passage, ranging from »»»
Saudi football body vows action against Jota chants, Ronaldo urges life ban
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 »»»
More than 13 people were injured from ammonia gas leak in the Jordanian city of Aqaba
Aqaba: The governor of Aqaba city in southern Jordan, Ayman Al-Awaisheh, announced that 14 people were affected by cases of suffocation and difficulty breathing following a minor ammonia gas leak at the industrial complex in the city today. The Jordanian News Agency 'Petra' quoted Al-Awaishea as sa»»»
Dubai welcomes 7 million tourists as Sheikh Mohammed vows continued tourism push
Dubai records 21 million booked hotel room nights as tourism sector expands Dubai: Dubai welcomed about seven million tourists in the first eight months of 2026 and recorded 21 million booked hotel room nights over the same period. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President »»»
Air Arabia is getting a new Saudi airline — and Dammam is its home base
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 »»»
German foreign minister visits Hungary; Budapest and Berlin agree on major new cooperation plans, announce visit
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»»»
Watch: Chain-snatchers target elderly couple — then a bystander charges in
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»»»