The draft state budget offers “more of the same”, namely the continued impoverishment of the Bulgarian people, Vazrazhdane MP Tsoncho Ganev said on Friday, arguing that it contains no meaningful measures to tackle inflation, rising prices or the economic consequences facing households. Speaking to »»»

Two aircraft operating flights from London and Brussels landed at Sofia’s Vasil Levski Airport following bomb threats, the Ministry of Transport and Communications told the Bulgarian News Agency. Both aircraft were inspected, and no suspicious items were found on board. On Thursday, bomb threats we»»»

Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Galab Donev Friday presented the draft 2027 State Budget Act at the University of National and World Economy (UNWE), setting the budget deficit at 3.5% of gross domestic product (GDP) and the minimum monthly wage at EUR 660. The government's plans are to r»»»

MADRID: The European Union is investigating the possible misuse of EU funds earmarked for the renovation of a Spanish railway line where a train crash killed 69 people, prosecutors said Friday. The October accident on the Madrid-Seville high-speed line was one of the worst railway disasters in Euro»»»

ISTANBUL: Turkish Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar said a planned natural gas pipeline linking Turkiye and the breakaway Turkish Cypriot community could eventually provide power to the entire ethnically split island. Turkiye announced a project this year to build a mostly subsea 101-km (63-mile)»»»

From choosing your route to collecting your T-shirt, here's what participants need to know Dubai: Ever wanted to run down Sheikh Zayed Road without a car in sight? Dubai residents and visitors will get that rare opportunity later this month as Dubai Run returns, transforming one of the city's busie»»»

Sharjah city beaches were closed on October 28, following earlier restrictions Sharjah: Beaches across Sharjah city remain subject to temporary closure following an oil spill from a tanker at sea, with no official reopening announcement identified since the restrictions were introduced on October 2»»»

Tunis, Nov. 6 (TAP) – The Interprofessional Group of Fishery Products and the Directorate-General of Veterinary Services presented Wednesday in Tunis a 2026 preliminary version of the guide to good sanitary practices for aquaculture.The move is part...»»»

BELGRADE - Serbia's national electoral commission (RIK) adopted on Friday a decision awarding mandates to the members of the new parliament elected in the October 25 early parliamentary polls. In keeping with the final electoral results, the Student List-The Students Will Win list was awarded 140 s»»»

Western satellite communications systems, particularly Starlink and OneWeb, could be used to destabilize sovereign countries and undermine their information security, Russia's Security Council warned. Officials highlighted the risks associated with the rapid expansion of Western satellite internet »»»

By Staff, Agencies Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva celebrated his election victory as a statement of national sovereignty, declaring that Brazil would not accept being treated as "anyone's backyard." He also pointed to political setbacks for US President Donald Trump and "Israeli" Pri»»»

Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Galab Donev Friday presented the draft 2027 State Budget Act at the University of National and World Economy (UNWE), setting the budget deficit at 3.5% of gross domestic product (GDP) and the minimum monthly wage at EUR 660. The government's plans are to r»»»

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's government has unveiled a budget aimed at making Canada less dependent on the United States as President Donald Trump's trade war reshapes the allies' economic relationship. The budget, titled "Masters of Our Destiny," proposes $142.1 billion Canadian (US$101.6»»»

European prosecutors investigate funds allocated to safety upgrades on Madrid-Seville line The European Union is investigating the possible misuse of EU funds earmarked for the renovation of a Spanish railway line where a train crash killed 69 people, prosecutors said Friday. The October accident o»»»

Jeddah, other routes reopen for booking as fresh security alerts keep aviation on edge Dubai: flydubai is gradually restoring flights to Saudi Arabia, but services to Riyadh and Abha remain suspended until November 16, following a series of Houthi missile and drone attacks on the kingdom's aviation»»»

Belgium's King Philippe on Friday rejected the resignation of Prime Minister Bart De Wever and sent him and the governing coalition back to work on a long-running crisis over the country's budget. De Wever had handed in his resignation on Monday after budget talks broke down. But the king, who over»»»

The U.S. job market likely bounced back last month from a disappointing September. Layoffs are low, and most Americans enjoy unusual job security. But hiring has probably remained too modest to deliver much relief to those looking for work. And wage gains haven't been keeping up with persistently h»»»

Hungary woke up to a bitterly cold Friday, with temperatures falling below freezing across most of the country. A new autumn cold record was set in the north-east, where thermometers dropped to -9.16°C in Tornyospálca, according to weather portal Időkép. The latest figures came after Thursday had a»»»

A journey of art, nature, and sound to redefine play for families and children at the park Abu Dhabi: What happens when children are invited not simply to look at art, but to become part of it? At Abu Dhabi’s Umm Al Emarat Park, the Children’s Biennale, from 6 November 2026 to 6 December 2026, offe»»»

An Israeli army patrol advanced Friday from the occupied Lebanese town of Kfar Kila toward the outskirts of Deir Mimas and opened fire near several local residents while they were harvesting olives, forcing them to leave the area, the National News Agency said. The Israeli soldiers also took positi»»»

Tunis, Nov.6 (TAP) - The Olive Institute, a public body responsible for undertaking all studies and experiments aimed at promoting the development of the olive sector, will launch a new research project in the agroecology field on November 10 in...»»»

When Adnan Abu Wadi voted in Israel's recent election, he carried with him the fresh memory of his now-demolished home. Just weeks before the vote, authorities came to this Bedouin community and bulldozed around 80 houses. It was the latest in a string of demolitions targeting villages in the Negev»»»

Bulgaria recorded the European Union's largest increases in producer prices in September, both month over month and year over year, with Eurostat data showing a 4.6% monthly rise and a 22.9% annual jump. Producer prices across the eurozone and the EU climbed to their highest levels since early 2023»»»

Berlin: In October, Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund did something not just out of step with modern football, but with modern life: they asked fans to put their phones away. Ahead of last month's match with Eintracht Frankfurt, Dortmund launched a scheme which rewarded supporters for not using the»»»

Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri reaffirmed Friday that United Nations Security Council Resolution 1701 remains the sole legal framework guaranteeing Lebanon’s sovereignty and full territorial restoration up to its internationally recognized borders. In a meeting with EU Ambassador to Lebanon Sandra »»»

DOHA The State of Qatar expressed its strong condemnation and denunciation of the terrorist attack that targeted one of the public security personnel in the capital, Amman, in the sisterly Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, which resulted in his death and the injury of an officer. The Ministry of Foreign»»»

By Staff, Agencies Around 575,000 people demonstrated across France on Thursday, according to government estimates, marking the largest single day of protests since the nationwide unrest began in September. Despite previous demonstrations being marred by violence, the latest mobilization passed rel»»»

Belgrade: Serbian prosecutors said Friday that eight officers had been arrested on suspicion of torturing a man who died in custody two years ago after being detained in an unsolved missing toddler case that shocked the country. A two-year-old girl went missing in March 2024 in the eastern town of »»»

Bulgarian authorities rejected 41 consignments containing more than 231 tonnes of goods from third countries in October following inspections at the country’s border control posts, the Bulgarian Food Safety Agency (BFSA) said. The inspections covered food and feed imports from outside the European »»»

School scholarships have not been increased since 2017 and are due to rise by 20% in 2027, with priority being given to raising the minimum amount, Education and Science Minister Prof. Georgi Valchev said on Friday in response to a parliamentary question from Angel Yanchev of Vazrazhdane. It concer»»»

Brussels, Belgium: The European Union on Friday announced tighter health safety rules for baby formula following a contamination scandal involving cereulide, a toxin which can cause severe vomiting in newborns. The 27 member states approved the introduction of a "permanent food safety criterion for»»»

Madrid: Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho said Friday that Cristiano Ronaldo's international retirement does not signal the end of his playing career, insisting there was more to come from the Portuguese superstar. Ronaldo, who played under Mourinho for three years at Madrid, announced on Thursday th»»»

Several Irish media outlets reported receiving bomb threats on Friday as a wave of hoax alerts that had so far mainly targeted airlines continued across Europe, with more than a dozen new flights affected. A host of commercial flights in Europe have been hit by false bomb threats this week, forcing»»»

Tunis, Nov.6 (TAP)- Digital service centres in local authorities had welcomed around 48,000 citizens by the end of October 2026, enabling them to carry out nearly 72,000 transactions, with the aim of bringing administrative services closer to...»»»

TUNIS, November 6, 2026 (TAP) – Tunisia aims to halve road fatalities by 2034 under a new multisectoral road safety strategy, with interim targets of a 10% reduction by 2027 and 25% by 2030, Director-General of the National Road Safety Observatory...»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli occupation force which advanced from Kfar Kila towards Deir Mimas blocks residents from entering the southern Lebanese town and abd»»»

The release of Hungary’s communist-era secret police records has triggered political accusations, public denials, and fears of a witch hunt, as prominent figures scramble to defend their reputations against allegations of collaboration. The records contain the names of an estimated 50,000-60,000 pe»»»

Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar expresses its strong condemnation and denunciation of the armed attack that took place in the southern region of the sisterly Arab Republic of Egypt, which resulted in the death of two border guard officers. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reaffirms the State of Qata»»»

University of National and World Economy (UNWE) Rector Dimitar Dimitrov said that the University is "a natural venue" for discussing the state budget because "government decisions meet here scientific expertise, arguments are put to a critical analysis and young people have an opportunity to ask qu»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Airways on Friday unveiled its new onboard signature music, created in partnership with world-renowned composer Hans Zimmer. Inspired by Qatar and its culture, Qatar Airways’ new onboard music brings a distinctive sound identity to the passenger experience through its collaborati»»»

MOMBASA, Kenya: The leader of a Kenyan doomsday cult linked to the deaths of more than 400 people was sentenced on Friday to 200 years in prison for the murders of 191 people. The High Court in Kenya’s coastal city of Mombasa issued the sentence for Pastor Paul Mackenzie. He was convicted of murder»»»

Rain reported in Souq Al Juma and Murbad as unsettled weather affects eastern UAE Dubai: Rain was reported in Souq Al Juma and Murbad in Fujairah on Friday, November 6, as unsettled weather affected parts of the eastern UAE, with forecasters predicting a drop in temperatures, stronger winds and rou»»»

GCAA guidelines help aviation organisations manage cyber risks and protect sensitive data Abu Dhabi: The UAE's General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has outlined cybersecurity guidelines providing a comprehensive framework to help aviation organisations manage cyber risks, protect sensitive data,»»»

Tunis, Nov.6 (TAP) - 2027 will mark a pivotal stage in Tunisia's digital transition process, through the strengthening of structural reforms, the completion of strategic national projects and the expansion of their impact across the various...»»»

Israel's largest Arab party grouping said Thursday it would recommend opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot to form the next government, potentially bolstering his bid after Arab-majority lists won a record 19 seats in last week's election and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu lost the support of an alli»»»

BELGRADE - The First Basic Court in Belgrade has ordered 30-day custody for nine police officers suspected of physically abusing and torturing several people in the Serbian government building in central Belgrade in August 2025. They are suspected of the criminal offence of abuse and torture. The p»»»

Strong El Niño adds to global warming as October sets another temperature record The world is on track for 2026 to be the second-hottest year on record as an exceptionally strong El Nino weather pattern turbocharges human-driven global warming, the EU's climate monitor said Friday. This year still »»»

Brussels, Nov. 6 (SANA) Syrian and European Union officials held talks Friday in Brussels on expanding cooperation in reconstruction, humanitarian assistance and refugee returns, as Damascus seeks greater international support for its recovery efforts. Qutaiba Kadish, director of the International »»»

In American politics, even presidential power has its limits. And now, the laws of political gravity may finally be catching up with Donald Trump's hyper-aggressive exercise of executive authority. Following what political scientist Ian Bremmer describes as the most consequential electoral reversal»»»

Despite having previously accepted the US midterm election results, President Donald Trump told reporters on Thursday the elections were "crooked", and he demanded the remaining votes for Alaska go to its incumbent Republican senator.  US President Donald Trump lashed out at "crooked" election»»»