Tropical Storm Fausto was bringing dangerous surf to the Hawaii Islands on Monday night. Image courtesy NOAA July 28 (UPI) -- Fausto weakened from a hurricane to a tropical storm Monday, according to forecasters, who warned the Hawaiian Islands to expect "significant surf" over the next couple of d»»»

Dubai: The UAE summer is loud about its heat and quiet about its humidity. You feel the 45-degree afternoons instantly, but the dampness does its work when you're not paying attention, overnight, in the corners, behind the wardrobe. Let's take a look at dehumidifiers, the fancy tech device for your»»»

Doha, Qatar: Obesity in the State of Qatar is no longer just an individual health problem but has become one of the most significant public health challenges that require concerted efforts at institutional and community levels. National and global studies confirm that rates of obesity and overweigh»»»

Doha, Qatar: As part of its ongoing efforts to back the Palestinian health sector, Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has completed the signing of contracts with the 13th batch of Palestinian doctors enrolled on focused medical training programmes in Qatar for 2026-2027. The new contracts fall under»»»

Doha, Qatar: Commercial Bank has once again partnered with Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts in Qatar (VCUarts) to host an educational initiative focused on leadership development through creative learning. The session took place at Commercial Bank Plaza as part of the Barzan Lead»»»

Nearly 500,000 people were tested for viral hepatitis in Kyrgyzstan in the first half of 2026. These data were presented at a press conference by employees of the Republican Center for the Control of Hemocontact Viral Hepatitis and HIV. Of these, more than 235,000 people were tested for viral hepat»»»

Damascus, July 28 (SANA) The Damascus Chamber of Industry and the International Labour Organization (ILO) discussed on Monday measures to support women entrepreneurs and small businesses, including initiatives to revive Syria’s textile sector and expand opportunities for women-owned enterprises. Wa»»»

The U.S. State Department confirmed Monday that the next round of talks between Israel and Lebanon will be held in Rome on August 4 through 6, as Israel prepares to withdraw from two "pilot zones" in southern Lebanon. Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani first announced the next round of US-medi»»»

Dubai: Levin Paulose, a young innovator from Kerala, is gaining widespread attention for his do-it-yourself inventions made from everyday household materials, with his growing popularity earning him an opportunity to meet Kerala's Chief Minister, V D Satheesan. Using simple items such as cardboard,»»»

Hurricane Genevieve, in the eastern Pacific, was a category 4 storm with winds in excess of 145 mph. Image courtesy NOAA July 28 (UPI) -- Hurricane Genevieve remained a powerful Category 4 storm Monday night in the Pacific, according to forecasters who said it was bringing life-threatening surf and»»»

Dubai: For many Filipinos living away from home, a familiar song can bring back memories of family gatherings, childhood moments, and places left behind. Now, the Filipino community in the UAE can reconnect with those memories through a curated Original Pilipino Music (OPM) playlist shared by the P»»»

Four Siemens trains will enter service when a 3-kilometre extension of Sofia Metro's Line 3 beneath Gen. Vladimir Vazov Boulevard opens, Sofia Municipality said on Tuesday. Mayor Vasil Terziev inspected the newly completed section ahead of the state acceptance commission's inspection. The eastward »»»

Doha, Qatar: Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q) have discovered a genetic molecule that could provide new approaches to treating certain types of breast cancer. CMU-Q is a Qatar Foundation partner university. The discovery is the result of a multi-year collaborative effort l»»»

RIYADH: The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development announced its “Tourism Trends and Policies 2026” report, which reflected the rapid growth and notable achievements of the Saudi tourism sector, strengthening Saudi Arabia’s position on the global tourism map and consolidating its pr»»»

MOSCOW: More than 390 drones targeted the Moscow region overnight, the Russian capital’s mayor said Tuesday, hours before Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky is expected to meet with US President Donald Trump. “Between 8:30 p.m. (1730 GMT) and 6:30 a.m., more than 390 drones were flying toward the »»»

DUBAI: US actress Zendaya wore Saudi couture label Ashi Studio to the Los Angeles premiere of “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” this week, marking her second outing of the month in the brand. The actress arrived at the Dolby Theatre in Look 18 from “A Different Skin,” the label’s Fall/Winter 2026 couture»»»

TOKYO: An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 7.1 struck Japan’s Kumamoto prefecture ‌on ‌Tuesday, the Japan ‌Meteorological ⁠Agency said. A tsunami ⁠warning for a wave measuring 1 meter was issued ‌after ‌the earthquake, ‌the JMA ‌said. The Japanese government issued emergency earthquake ‌w»»»

The German government has pledged tougher security laws following a deadly vehicle and machete attack blamed on a known jihadist militant near Berlin's Pride parade. The attacker on Saturday ploughed a rented minivan into a crowd before slashing away at people with a machete, killing a 65-year-old »»»

The Islamic Resistance in Iraq issued a stark warning to Saudi Arabia, cautioning that any “foolish action would trigger a severe retaliation”, as it dismissed Riyadh’s accusations over recent attacks on oil facilities as baseless and politically motivated. “We issue a clear warning to the Saudi re»»»

Dubai: When Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey came out, shot exclusively in IMAX 70mm, a format the UAE doesn't have (yet), we were all asking the same question: so where do we actually watch it? For movies in the cinema most of us book by convenience. Which mall is closest, which showtime works, whi»»»

1. The OasisEmaar's most exclusive villa destination If there is one Emaar community luxury buyers and long-term investors are watching closely, it is The Oasis. Designed around crystal lagoons, lush landscapes and resort-style living, the master-planned villa community offers exceptional privacy, »»»

Bulgaria's Golden Sands Resort will host the Senior Leadership Team Meeting of TUI Group, one of the world's leading tour operators, from September 24 to 26, the Tourism Ministry reported Tuesday. A total of 155 TUI senior managers are expected to attend. Tourism Minister Ilin Dimitrov held an onli»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar concluded its successful participation in Fanatics Fest NYC 2026, marking its second consecutive year at the event with an expanded presence, as Qatar Airways joined Visit Qatar in delivering an exclusive lounge experience, reflecting the country’s efforts to deepen global partne»»»

Doha, Qatar: University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) recognized 12 participants who successfully completed the Training Course for Instructors, based on the Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) and International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Model Course 6.09, dur»»»

Doha, Qatar: The General Directorate of Endowments at the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has registered a new charitable will from a benefactor allocating one-third of her estate to the Waqf Fund for Righteousness and Piety, under the supervision of the General Directorate of Endowments. The»»»

Doha: The Social and Sport Contribution Fund (DAAM) has signed a funding agreement with the Qatar Social Work Foundation to support the Social Researcher Award. Under the agreement, DAAM will provide financial support for the organisation and launch of the award, which aims to promote a culture of »»»

Dubai: Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub is on track to complete its Sky Support Complex by the end of the third quarter of 2026, adding new warehouse, office and commercial space for aviation companies operating in Dubai South. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The land»»»

The United Nations' human rights chief has said that Israel must end its occupation of large areas of southern Lebanon and halt the demolition of homes, days before Lebanese and Israeli officials are set to hold another round of direct talks. Volker Türk spoke to The Associated Press as he wrapped »»»

An exterior view of the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague, The Netherlands, on March 11, 2025. Chad on Monday announced its formal withdrawal from The Hague. File Photo Robin Utrecht/EPA-EFE July 28 (UPI) -- Chad has announced it is withdrawing from the International Criminal Court, d»»»

Tunis, July 28 (TAP) – The weather, on Tuesday, will be partly cloudy across the country.Winds will blow from the north over the northern and central regions and from the east in the south. They will be relatively strong along the eastern coastline,...»»»

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Doha, Qatar: The 2026-27 Qatar Stars League (QSL) season is set to unveil a fresh chapter, with clubs finalizing their coaching line-ups and intensifying pre-season preparations ahead of the August 20 kick-off. While most clubs have opted for continuity by retaining their head coaches, three teams »»»

Dubai: Dubai International Financial Centre has crossed 10,000 active companies for the first time, while its plan to become an AI-native financial centre is expected to generate 25,000 jobs and add Dh12.9 billion in economic value. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The »»»

A strong 7.1-magnitude earthquake hit southern Japan on Tuesday, the Japan Meteorological Agency said, issuing a tsunami alert. The tremor also measured at the highest possible level seven on Japan's own Shindo scale of shaking, the agency said. Related Topics:China»»»

The 2026 Public Social Insurance Budget Act and the 2026 National Health Insurance Budget Act were gazetted on Tuesday. They were adopted by Parliament on July 22. The total amount of revenues and transfers received under the public social insurance budget for 2026 is EUR 15.265 billion, including »»»

Infinia Advanced Elektronik has become the latest company in the queue for a Borsa Istanbul initial public offering (IPO) to file for bankruptcy protection, according to local media reports. The engineering company, previously known as Infinia Muhendislik, received the court ruling for the process »»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar's Angelo Scalzone secured a silver medal in the men's trap event at the ISSF World Cup Hangzhou 2026 yesterday, finishing runner-up after a closely contested final against American William Hinton. Scalzone produced an outstanding performance throughout the final, staying level wi»»»

The EU is considering abandoning its practice of bundling Russia sanctions into large, all-or-nothing packages in favour of smaller, thematic ones, the Financial Times reported, after Greece’s veto delayed the bloc’s 21st sanctions package and left it weaker than before. The sanctions are becoming »»»

DOHA: His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani sent a cable of congratulations to President of the Republic of Peru HE Keiko Fujimori, on the anniversary of her country's Independence Day.»»»

The value of sales reported by online stores in Romania increased by 4% in the first six months of 2026 year-on-year, while the number of orders remained constant, according to a specialised survey published on Tuesday.MerchantPro data show that sales of electronics, gadgets and accessories are up »»»

The acting Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Tanczos Barna, asked the European Commissioner for Animal Health and Welfare, Oliver Varhelyi, for flexibility in applying the conditions for the export of sheep, in order to facilitate the transition period and Romania's gradual return to t»»»

Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer GAC AION, a brand owned by Guangzhou Automobile Group (GAC Group), has officially entered the Romanian market. Inchcape Romania, the local distributor of Toyota and Lexus, will serve as the official importer of GAC AION vehicles. According to representatives of»»»

Moderate, strong and extreme soil drought will affect corn crops in several agricultural regions of Romania especially in the provinces of Maramures, Crisana and Banat, while the soil water reserve will remain within satisfactory limits and close to optimal in most of Moldavia, Transylvania, Olteni»»»

The turnover volume in the trade of motor vehicles and motorcycles increased in the first five months of the year, both as a gross series, by 0.8%, and as an adjusted series depending on the number of business days and seasonality, by 1.9%, compared with the same period in 2025, according to data p»»»

Young Romanians (78% of Generation Z representatives and 85% of Millennials) said they cannot afford to own a home, significantly above the global averages of 51% and 40%, respectively, a challenge that is substantially shaping their career path, according to ...»»»

The Romanian residential market is undergoing a profound structural rebalancing in 2026 as a projected 18.5% surge in supply collides with cautious, highly selective demand. Following an 8.5% sales contraction in 2025, developers are slated to deliver over 20,500 new homes across Bucharest and its »»»

Most Romanians choose to spend their holidays in Romania, typically on breaks lasting three to four days, and prefer to organise their trips themselves rather than use travel agencies, according to a survey conducted by CEC Bank in partnership with banking comparison website FinZoom.ro and publishe»»»

Romania's tourism and HoReCa sectors should not have to bear the full brunt of the drop in consumption, and I hope that next year we will once again grant the incoming tourism bonus, Irineu Darau?the interim Minister of Economy, Digitalization, Entrepreneurship, and Tourism?stated on Wednesday duri»»»

The 'Avram Iancu' International Airport in Cluj-Napoca reached, on Wednesday, the figure of two million passengers since the beginning of the current year, an increase compared to the similar period last year.The director of the Cluj airport, David Ciceo, declared, on the occasion of an anniversary»»»

The two airports of the Bucharest City have reported a record number of 8.46 million passengers in the first six months of 2026, up 5.08%fro the same period of 2025, the Bucharest National Airports Corporation (CNAB) announced ."The Bucharest National Airports Corporation consolidates its status as»»»