MANAMA Represented by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), the State of Qatar participated in the 10th meeting of the GCC Ministerial Committee for Digital Government, held on Thursday in the Kingdom of Bahrain, with the participation of the ministers and senior officia»»»

Doha, Qatar: Cloudy weather and chances of rain are forecasted this weekend, according to the Qatar Meteorology Department. On Thursday, October 29, the weather will be hot during the day and chance of rainy clouds in some places in the afternoon. Meanwhile, weather conditions for Friday and Saturd»»»

RIYADH: Morocco is preparing an 8 billion Moroccan dirham ($815 million) expansion of the Tanger Med industrial port complex, further bolstering its Mediterranean cargo-handling and energy infrastructure as Nador West Med’s first terminal nears opening. King Mohammed VI reviewed both projects on Oc»»»

With 91.7% of ballots tallied, neither Benjamin Netanyahu’s bloc nor Gadi Eisenkot’s has crossed the threshold for a Knesset majority, with the seat breakdown mirroring Wednesday’s final count. Netanyahu’s alliance commands 53 seats to Eisenkot’s 48 both well shy of the 61 required to govern in the»»»

In 2025, 573 unaccompanied refugee children sought protection in Bulgaria, UNICEF Bulgaria reported on Thursday. UNICEF, in collaboration with the State Agency for Refugees (SAR), municipalities, and partner organizations, will launch a national communication campaign to promote foster care for una»»»

Doha, Qatar: Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art has announced Qom’a, a community initiative that will see 20,000 people from across Qatar contribute to a large-scale, bio-based paper mache (papier-mâché) sculpture in an attempt to achieve a Guinness World Records title for the most people making pap»»»

Kazan, Oct. 29 (SANA) Syria’s Arab Organization for Standardization and Metrology participated for the first time in the 21st General Assembly of the Standards and Metrology Institute for Islamic Countries (SMIIC), which concluded Wednesday in Kazan, in the Republic of Tatarstan. In a statement pub»»»

Hungary’s exports reached an all-time high of €16.2 billion in September, helping the country record a €907 million trade surplus as export and import volumes both increased year on year. However, the latest figures also reveal contrasting trends in trade with the European Union and countries outsi»»»

Dubai facility earns global recognition for energy efficiency and sustainable operations Dubai: The Al Jalila Foundation building has received LEED Gold certification from the US Green Building Council (USGBC), recognising its efforts to improve energy efficiency, manage resources responsibly and r»»»

In recent days, the Interior Ministry have been receiving more and more information about vote-buying, Minister Ivan Demerdzhiev said Thursday. He was speaking at a briefing during the graduation ceremony for cadets of the Interior Ministry's Academy. "The first round of the elections passed extrem»»»

Michele Cecchini, Head of Public Health at the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), said on Thursday Bulgaria is among the EU countries where antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is increasing and is likely to be one of the countries with the highest levels of AMR by 2035. He wa»»»

BELGRADE - The Serbian dinar's official median exchange rate against the euro is 117.5235 dinars for one euro on Thursday, which is a slight change relative to Wednesday, the National Bank of Serbia said. The dinar is steady against the euro m-o-m, down by 0.2 pct y-o-y and down by 0.2 pct relative»»»

BELGRADE - Serbia's national electoral commission (RIK) ordered on Wednesday evening a partial repeat vote at 53 polling stations across the country following the October 25 early parliamentary elections. The repeat vote will be held on November 1 at 31 polling stations where the results of the par»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Ukraine lost over 340 soldiers in combat against Russia's Battlegroup Tsentr over the past day, in addition to losses in manpower and equipment on other fronts, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Thursday. Ukrainian forces lost seven armored combat vehicles, nine other vehicles»»»

One security officer killed, three injured in crash on road between Azrou and Ifrane Dubai: A Moroccan content creator known as “Chakha” has been arrested and remanded in custody after a road accident that killed a member of Morocco's Auxiliary Forces and injured three others, local media reported.»»»

The Monaco–Romania Private Connections Club (CCPMR) is a new business initiative founded by Daniel Epure, an entrepreneur active in the construction industry, with the aim of strengthening economic ties between Romania, the Principality of Monaco and the French Riviera. The club seeks to facilitate»»»

By Staff, Agencies US President Donald Trump has called for Democratic Senate candidate Mary Peltola and another candidate named Dan Sullivan to be removed from Alaska’s ballot, accusing Democrats of plotting to confuse voters ahead of the November 3 election. The second Sullivan shares his name wi»»»

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc on Thursday piled pressure on Israeli Arab leaders over unproven accusations of foreign funding, in a push to neuter parties that made strong gains after an otherwise indecisive election. National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, a far-right firebrand with»»»

Arabic coffee, traditional music and perfumes add Emirati flavour to a special celebration Calgary: From the rich aroma of Arabic coffee to the captivating fragrances of Arabian perfumes, Calgary experienced a taste of Abu Dhabi as Etihad Airways hosted an evening of Emirati hospitality to celebrat»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The humanitarian operation in Alyoshki is aimed at providing assistance to the civilian population, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday. "At this time, these days, today and tomorrow, an operation [humanitarian mission in Alyoshki] is planned, by the way, with the s»»»

Top UAE lender reports higher income, double-digit loan growth, assets reaching Dh1.47tr Dubai: First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) reported a 3 per cent increase in group net profit to Dh16.46 billion for the first nine months of 2026, supported by higher lending volumes, improved interest margins and grow»»»

Arab parties set for record 19 seats as Brent near $115 and Iran talks stay stalled Dubai: Israel’s election has produced no clear winner, and a record Arab vote now sits at the centre of coalition talks. With 85.6 percent of votes counted, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s bloc holds 53 seats, G»»»

Seoul: Families of victims of South Korea's deadly Halloween crowd crush have demanded that footage of the disaster used in the latest instalment of "Call of Duty" be removed, a representative told AFP Thursday, condemning its "complete lack of sensitivity". "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4", the ne»»»

Gulf News takes you inside the lavish Diwali party held at a plush Indian restaurant Dubai: If there's one thing Dubai's glittering social set knows how to do, it's throw a party where more is definitely more. And this glamorous star-studded gathering to usher in Diwali was a masterclass in turning»»»

Year 13 students turn a school initiative to an opportunity to give back to their home Dubai: The UAE’s push for sustainability has encouraged communities, schools, and individuals to consider how everyday actions can help reduce waste and protect the environment. In Dubai, three Year 13 students a»»»

The London-based Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA) has filed a complaint with the European Ombudsman, accusing the EU Commission of maladministration over its handling of the bloc’s methane rules. The complaint, filed on Thursday (29 October), targets two recent commission decisions. The fir»»»

Two days before the latest drone strike on a merchant ship off Bulgaria's coast, Prime Minister Rumen Radev offered an explanation for why the attacks had spread that has caused a diplomatic headache with Bulgaria's northern neighbor. Speaking at the Sofia Economic Forum on October 26, Radev said t»»»

CCTV captures motorcycle-borne attackers as police investigate possible gang links Dubai: Two unidentified gunmen on a motorcycle opened fire outside the Delhi home of a Dubai-based businessman, firing six rounds before fleeing, police said. The shooting took place around 5am on Wednesday, October »»»

Global energy shift: Solar outpaces nuclear despite shrinking US policy support Solar has passed nuclear as a source of the world’s electricity. In 2025, solar plants produced 2,778 terawatt-hours (TWh), about 13 percent more than the world’s reactors. A decade earlier the picture was reversed: sol»»»

The only nationally televised debate between the presidential candidates - Iliana Iotova and Andrey Gurov - will be broadcast live on Bulgarian National Television (BNT) at 9 p.m. on Thursday. The debate, which will be moderated by Poli Zlatareva, will cover issues of importance to society in which»»»

In an interview for bTV that aired Thursday morning, outgoing Chief of Defence Admiral Emil Eftimov said that the drones that struck the container ship in the Black Sea on Wednesday came from the east. He reported that Bulgaria is making increasing efforts in the areas of intelligence, surveillance»»»

Traffic disrupted on Emirates Road after accident, drivers urged to stay cautious Dubai: A traffic accident is obstructing traffic on Emirates Road in Sharjah, disrupting the flow of vehicles on the stretch from Intersection No. 7 towards Al Badaa Bridge. The General Command of Sharjah Police annou»»»

Doha, Qatar: QatarEnergy entered into a long-term Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA) with Woodside Energy (LA) Investments LLC (Woodside Energy) for the purchase of 3 million tons per annum (MTPA) of LNG from the Louisiana LNG project, located along the United States Gulf Coast, and currently under »»»

By Staff, Agencies At least nine people were killed and several others injured after an oxygen cylinder exploded inside an ambulance at a hospital in southern Pakistan, police said Thursday. The incident occurred late Wednesday night at a hospital in Tharparkar district, in Sindh province, as medic»»»

By Staff, Agencies Spain’s high-speed rail network is facing renewed scrutiny following a deadly train collision that killed at least 68 people and injured dozens on Wednesday, as leaked audio recordings raised questions about the handling of a malfunctioning safety system before the crash. Accordi»»»

By Staff, Agencies North Korea fired around a dozen short-range ballistic missiles toward the East Sea, also known as the Sea of Japan, on Thursday, South Korea’s military said, according to local media reports. The missiles were launched from the Wonsan area, while South Korean authorities continu»»»

By Staff, Agencies More than 29,000 double-envelope ballots have been counted in the “Israeli” entity’s elections, representing approximately 6% of the total, as the Central Elections Committee expects the process to be completed by Thursday afternoon, “Israeli” media reported. A total of 29,253 ba»»»

Israel’s parliamentary elections are over, and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been wounded, but not defeated. His battle to form a government and stay in power is just beginning. READ MORE: Netanyahu bloc falls short of majority in Israeli election – exit polls: As it happened The final resu»»»

US Ambassador to the UN Mike Waltz shouted “Back up!” at Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez during a heated confrontation at the General Assembly over Washington’s blockade of the island. The Cuban diplomat accused Waltz of spreading “crude lies” to justify US “economic aggression.” During the »»»

Prime Minister Edi Rama has invited students to engage in dialogue while announcing a package of measures aimed at easing financial pressures on university students. Under the proposed measures, scholarships for students from low-income families will rise to 25,000 lek per month and be extended to »»»

The Council of Ministers has approved the creation of a special electronic register tracking individuals referred to prosecutors or under investigation for violent crimes against public order and safety during public gatherings and demonstrations. Managed by the State Police, the register will cont»»»

New Auto Drive and Test plates distinguish commercial services from pilot programmes Abu Dhabi has introduced its first dedicated number plates for autonomous vehicles, distinguishing between self-driving vehicles operating commercially and those undergoing testing and trials. Under the new system,»»»

From Iranian oil to smuggling and taxes, how Houthis fuel their war machine Dubai: How does Yemen’s Houthi militia continue launching missiles and drones against Saudi Arabia, threatening international shipping and expanding its military operations despite years of war and international sanctions? »»»

Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani has reiterated Qatar’s belief that dialogue is essential to building understanding, particularly during times of disagreement. He made the remarks at CNN International’s third Global P»»»

By Staff, Agencies A fire was reported aboard a vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, approximately nine nautical miles north of Khasab, Oman, the UK Maritime Trade Operations [UKMTO] agency said Thursday. According to UKMTO, the master of another vessel reported witnessing a ship on fire in the strategi»»»

By Mohamad Hammoud Benjamin Netanyahu declared victory following the October election, yet voters delivered a political deadlock that leaves his governing coalition without a parliamentary majority. Meanwhile, Palestinian Arab parties achieved historic gains, acquiring enough seats to influence who»»»

Washington, United States: A nonprofit news leak group said Wednesday it has published data on more than 41,000 employees of the US Department of Homeland Security, including those working on President Donald Trump's immigration enforcement efforts. Distributed Denial of Secrets (DDOS) said it obta»»»

Israeli artillery shelled Thursday a region between Mayfadoun and Zawtar al-Sahrqiyeh, the National News Agency said. Overnight, Israeli forces carried out detonations in Deir Mimas and shelled Kfartebnit, Baraashit, Aita al-Jabal, and Marjaoun. Strikes also hit Kfartebnit, Wadi al Hujair and Baraa»»»

BREAKING NEWSTunisian school bags Dh1m as grand 10th edition draws students from 60 countries Dubai: Mayar Al Shourbagy, an 11-year-old Egyptian student who beat more than 40 million students from 60 countries, has been crowned the champion of the 10th Arab Reading Challenge, winning Dh500,000 at t»»»

Footage of a sea drone striking the container ship CONTSHIP JET in the Black Sea near Cape Kaliakra has been released by the specialized website Maritime.bg. The video shows an unmanned surface combat vessel approaching the starboard side of the Liberian-flagged ship. The attack took place approxim»»»