Works by van Gogh and Cézanne up for sale in Sotheby’s $450m auction
LONDON: A dozen Impressionist and post-Impressionist artworks collectively valued at almost half a billion dollars are going up for auction after sitting unseen for decades in a fabled private collection in South America. Sotheby’s auction house said Wednesday that works by Vincent van Gogh and Pau»»»
Abdullah bin Zayed, Israeli FM discuss bilateral relations during phone call
Abdullah bin Zayed checks on passengers after flydubai security incident Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, discussed bilateral relations between the two countries and ways to strengthen them during a telephone call with Gideon Sa’ar, Ministe»»»
Bulgaria’s President Must Put National Interests Above All Else
Presidential candidate and Vazrazhdane leader Kostadin Kostadinov said that, above all, Bulgaria’s president should be Bulgarian, put the national interest first and look exclusively after the interests of Bulgarian citizens. He made the remarks at an election campaign meeting with supporters in Ak»»»
Burundi to take third-country deportees from US
BUJUMBURA: Burundi has agreed to join a clutch of other African nations in receiving migrants from other countries deported from the US under President Donald Trump’s hard-line immigration policy. However, Bujumbura will only accept those not accused of crime or terrorism links, said Nancy Ninette »»»
Tunisia receives nearly $1 million worth of US-funded security equipment
Tunis, Sept. 29 (TAP) - The United States has provided nearly $1 million worth of security equipment to Tunisia to support the country’s law enforcement capabilities, according to the U.S. embassy in Tunis.U.S. Ambassador to Tunisia Bill Bazzi...»»»
Former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem files for divorce from her husband of 34 years
Divorce filing follows questions over alleged affair and fallout from protest deaths Former Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has filed for divorce from her husband of 34 years. Noem, who was tasked with leading US President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown from January 2025»»»
Cold peace: Why Japan’s protests against Russia stop short of a rupture
A 15-meter-high bronze memorial towers over the Amur River embankment: a Soviet soldier swings his rifle butt, smashing a Japanese border marker bearing the Imperial Chrysanthemum emblem – a symbol held sacred in Japan. On September 4 – the day following Victory Day over Militaristic Japan and the »»»
Israeli strikes kill seven people in Gaza, medics say
GAZA: Israeli strikes killed at least seven Palestinians in two separate attacks in the Gaza Strip on Wednesday, the territory’s health officials said. In Gaza City, an Israeli airstrike on an apartment killed one woman, wounded her husband and several others, medics said. The Israeli military sai»»»
Minister of State at Ministry of Foreign Affairs meets Panama's Deputy Foreign Minister
Panama: Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi met on Wednesday in Panama with Deputy Foreign Minister of the Republic of Panama HE Carlos Hoyos. The meeting discussed cooperation relations between the two countries, along with ways »»»
President Iotova Welcomes Agreement on Return of Tsar Samuel's Remains to Bulgaria
President Iliana Iotova on Wednesday welcomed the agreement between Bulgaria and Greece for the return of the remains attributed to medieval Bulgarian ruler Tsar Samuel, describing it as a major achievement for the Bulgarian Government and diplomacy. Speaking to journalists before a concert marking»»»
Justice Minister, French Ambassador Discuss Judicial Reform, Future Legislative and Constitutional Changes
Justice Minister Nikolay Naydenov and French Ambassador to Bulgaria Marie Dumoulin discussed judicial reform and planned legislative and constitutional changes in Bulgaria, the Justice Ministry said on Wednesday. Naydenov presented Bulgaria's main judicial reform priorities, including the election »»»
Trump hails Iraq withdrawal as 'victory' for US
Trump celebrates end of US-led mission in Iraq, says it was time to go home US President Donald Trump hailed the withdrawal of US-led coalition forces from Iraq on Wednesday as a "victory" for Washington, despite fears that it will embolden pro-Iran armed factions. "This Day is a victory for the Un»»»
Saudi music festival MDLBEAST Soundstorm postponed
MDLBEAST Soundstorm was held in Riyadh last year A music festival in Saudi Arabia announced in an email to ticket holders Wednesday that it was being postponed. "We know we said we'd see you at Soundstorm this year, so this isn't the update we wanted to share. With regret, Soundstorm '26 will be po»»»
Dh30m UAE Lottery: One lucky winner pockets Dh100,000 - did luck favour you?
Lucky Day Draw No. 260930 sees several participants take home cash prizes Dubai: Several participants have walked away with cash prizes following the latest UAE Lottery Lucky Day draw held on Wednesday. In Lucky Day Draw No. 260930, the winning numbers in the Days section were 16, 20, 30, 26, 7, 24»»»
Trump hails the US military exit from Iraq after 12-year mission
BAGHDAD: The US military announced Wednesday that it completed the withdrawal of all American troops from Iraq, ending a 12-year mission to fight the Daesh group and prompting US President Donald Trump to hail the conclusion of “a very expensive excursion into Hell.” The last US troops left an air »»»
Egypt, China explore expanded cooperation in pharmaceutical manufacturing, vaccines
The Egyptian Drug Authority (EDA) is seeking to strengthen regulatory cooperation with China and expand partnerships in pharmaceutical manufacturing, vaccines, and technology transfer, according to a statement issued by the authority on Wednesday. EDA Chairperson Ali El-Ghamrawy met with Yang Xing,»»»
Panama's President meets Minister of State at Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Panama: President of the Republic of Panama HE Jose Raul Mulino met on Wednesday in Panama with Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi. At the outset of the meeting, HE the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs conveyed the greetings»»»
GCAA confirms ‘security incident’ on flydubai flight, crew members injured
Dubai-Tel Aviv flight made emergency landing in Saudi Arabia; investigation under way Abu Dhabi: The UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) announced Wednesday that flydubai flight FZ1073, operating from Dubai International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport on September 30, 2026, exp»»»
Syria, Austria discuss strengthening bilateral relations, official visits
Damascus, Sept. 30 (SANA) Director of the Protocol Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Mohammad Abdul Salam met on Wednesday with Austrian Chargé d’Affaires in Damascus Christoph Weidinger. The meeting addressed ways to create the necessary conditions for the successful wo»»»
Dh30m UAE Lottery: Did luck favour you? Check the latest results
Lucky Day Draw No. 260930 sees several participants take home cash prizes Dubai: Several participants have walked away with cash prizes following the latest UAE Lottery Lucky Day draw held on Wednesday. In Lucky Day Draw No. 260930, the winning numbers in the Days section were 16, 20, 30, 26, 7, 24»»»
President Iotova Welcomes Agreement on Return of Tsar Samuil's Remains to Bulgaria
President Iliana Iotova on Wednesday welcomed the agreement between Bulgaria and Greece for the return of the remains attributed to medieval Bulgarian ruler Tsar Samuel, describing it as a major achievement for the Bulgarian Government and diplomacy. Speaking to journalists before a concert marking»»»
Innovation Committee Ratifies Amendment for Establishment of Fighter Aircraft Generator Repair Facility at Avionams
The parliamentary Committee on Innovation and Digital Transformation ratified Amendment No. 1 to the Framework Agreement between the Ministry of Economy and Lockheed Martin Global Inc. regarding the F-16 Block 70 Industrial Cooperation Programme, signed on June 1 and June 15, 2026, in Sofia and Was»»»
UN Crime Congress deepens international dialogue
40 ancillary meetings examine organised crime, cybercrime and more The fifth day of the 15th United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice – Abu Dhabi 2026 featured high-level discussions on addressing new, emerging and evolving forms of crime, strengthening international partner»»»
Stock market ends Wednesdays session on positive note
TUNIS, Sept. 30, 2026 (TAP) - The stock market ended Wednesday's session on a positive note. The benchmark TUNINDEX recorded a rebound of 0.3% to 18,386.35 points, in a modest volume of TND 5.6 million with no block trades, according to stockbroker...»»»
Kings of Jordan, The Netherlands discuss developments, cooperation
Amman: Jordan's King Abdullah II discussed via a phone call with The Netherlands' King Willem-Alexander, regional developments and ways of strengthening cooperation. The Jordanian King affirmed during the call the importance of de-escalating tensions in the region and respecting the security and so»»»
UK-France deal aimed at reducing number of migrants crossing Channel in small boats is scrapped
LONDON: A pilot program between the United Kingdom and France that aimed to curb the number of migrants crossing the English Channel in small boats has been scrapped, Britain’s government said Wednesday. In a statement, the Home Office said the so-called “one in, one out” deal is “no longer process»»»
Turkiye freezes ex-minister’s assets as fund scandal grows
ISTANBUL: Turkish prosecutors have moved to freeze the assets of a senior governing party official and former minister who resigned at the weekend over allegations she profited from an investment fund crisis. The move involved the assets of Fatma Betul Sayan Kaya, a senior figure in President Recep»»»
UK PM Burnham reopens divisive debate on rejoining EU
LONDON: Andy Burnham put the idea of Britain rejoining the EU on the table Wednesday, breaking a taboo for a UK prime minister and reopening the divisive Brexit debate. Burnham said his center-left Labour government could go “all the way” and propose membership of the bloc after weighing the “pros »»»
Amendments to penal reconciliation Decree-Law published in JORT
TUNIS, Sept. 30, 2026 (TAP) - Decree-Law No. 2 of September 30, 2026, amending Decree-Law No. 2022-13 of March 20, 2022 on penal conciliation and the allocation of its resources, was published on Wednesday in the Official Gazette of the Tunisian...»»»
US showcases food products at Jeddah show
RIYADH: The US hosted its first official pavilion at the recently concluded Saudi Food Show, bringing together dozens of US companies and trade associations to showcase American food and agricultural products to importers and food industry professionals in the Kingdom. US Consul General in Jeddah R»»»
Hungary's controversial Chad mission cost nearly EUR 11 million, defence minister claims
Hungarian Minister of Defence, Romulusz Ruszin-Szendi, shared a few details in a social media post regarding the Hungarian Defence Forces’ mission to Chad, that was approved by former prime minister Viktor Orbán, while raising questions about the role of the his son, Gáspár Orbán. Almost EUR 11 mil»»»
Russia warns NATO of a possible nuclear response if Kaliningrad is cut off
BRUSSELS: Russia has warned NATO that it would not hesitate to use nuclear weapons to defend Kaliningrad should any members of the military bloc try to cut off its western exclave from the rest of the country. The warning sent to NATO echoed statements issued by several Russian embassies in Europe »»»
German coalition party revives push for AfD ban
Germany’s Social Democratic Party (SPD) has called for a formal review that could pave the way for a ban on Alternative for Germany (AfD), as the right-wing party leads national polls following major regional election victories. The push follows the AfD’s sweeping victories in Saxony-Anhalt and Mec»»»
Saudi crown prince warns of regional threats, hails 'indivisibility' of Gulf security
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia will continue efforts to de-escalate regional tensions and pursue diplomatic solutions while responding decisively to any threat to its security, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman said on Wednesday. Delivering the annual royal address on behalf of King Salman at the inauguration»»»
Local thunderstorms expected in several regions Wednesday night (INM)
Tunis, Sept. 30, 2026 (TAP) - Local thunderstorms are expected on western highlands and the centre on Wednesday night, spreading t owards the end of the night to the regions of Nabeul and the Sahel, according to the National Institute of Meteorology...»»»
Iotova to Sign Decree Recalling Bulgarian Ambassador to UAE
President Iliana Iotova said on Wednesday that she would sign the decree recalling Bulgaria’s ambassador to the United Arab Emirates, adding that the coordination procedure had passed through her office. She was speaking to reporters ahead of the closing concert marking 170 years of community cultu»»»
Grynspan pulls ahead in race to lead UN: diplomat
UNITED NATIONS: Costa Rica’s Rebeca Grynspan appeared to be pulling ahead in the race to lead the United Nations after the fourth round of informal polling on Tuesday, a diplomat said. Grynspan, a veteran diplomat who leads the UN trade and development body (UNCTAD) has come top in three of the fou»»»
Saudi Arabia projects 2027 budget deficit at 3.6% of GDP
JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia has projected a fiscal deficit equivalent to 3.6 percent of gross domestic product in 2027, with total expenditure estimated at SR1.39 trillion ($370.21 billion) and revenue projected at SR1.20 trillion, the Finance Ministry said in a pre-budget statement on Wedne»»»
Who will protect occupied southern Lebanon from controversial land sales?
BEIRUT: A Lebanese government proposal intended to prevent the sale of property in Israeli-occupied areas of southern Lebanon has yet to reach parliament, despite mounting concern that prolonged displacement, economic hardship and uncertainty about the border could leave landowners vulnerable to pr»»»
General Saree Reports More Saudi Attacks on Yemen
Yemeni Armed Forces Spokesman Brigadier General Yahya Saree announced via Telegram, “Over the past 24 hours, Saudi warplanes—specifically F-15s taking off from Khamis Mushait Air Base—and missile strikes launched from Najran and Jizan carried out 51 raids. These attacks targeted civilian telecommun»»»
Israelis march between once-closed West Bank settlements
The dirt road connecting the settlements was flanked by dozens of uprooted olive trees KADIM, Palestinian Territories Hundreds of Israelis marched Wednesday between newly rebuilt settlements in the northern West Bank to celebrate a Jewish holiday, a symbolic show of their return to an area until re»»»
Forex Expo Dubai 2026, Through ABHFX’s Eyes
The busiest conversations at ABHFX’s booth during Forex Expo Dubai 2026 rarely started with “tell me about your broker.” They started with a number. A leverage ratio. A withdrawal window. A spread on gold. Over two days at Booth 063, September 22 and 23, that was the shape of the crowd, traders who»»»
Insurance Solutions for Multi-Million-Dollar Construction Businesses
At a certain revenue level, off-the-shelf contractor policies stop making sense. A $20 million construction business carries risks that standard small-business coverage wasn’t designed to handle: multi-site exposures, large crew payrolls, and project values that can exhaust a policy limit in a sing»»»
Piaxo grows its Timișoara engineering center to 50 specialists and strengthens strategic partnership with Clarios in Romania
Clarios, a global leader in advanced low-voltage energy storage solutions, and Piaxo, a Romanian high-expertise automotive engineering company, are strengthening their strategic engineering partnership in Romania to support innovation, international engineering collaboration and future mobility sol»»»
Philippine debt hits $313 billion, driven by depreciation, state bond issuances
Manila: State bond issuances and a weaker peso pushed the Philippine national debt to a massive 19.61 trillion peso ($313 billion) at the end of August, according to the Bureau of the Treasury on Wednesday. Total national liabilities increased by 1.12 percent, or 217.62 billion pesos, from the prev»»»
Romanian riders dominate CCI 2* podium at Karpatia Horse Show 2026 as Turkey claims Balkan Cup team title
Following three days of intense competition across three adrenaline-fueled phases—dressage, cross-country, and show jumping—the 11th edition of the Karpatia Horse Show at the historic Cantacuzino Estate in Florești, Prahova, has crowned its champions. A definitive highlight of the event was the exc»»»
Best Sustainable Custom Poly Mailer Suppliers for E-commerce Businesses
Moving from traditional poly mailers to a more sustainable alternative may seem straightforward, but finding the right supplier can quickly become complicated. Brands have to navigate environmental claims, certification requirements, minimum order quantities, customization options, and material spe»»»
Reff & Associates and Deloitte Romania assisted Global Vision in acquisition of an office property in Bucharest
Developed between 2001 and 2004, the office property was among the first modern glass-and-steel buildings in central Bucharest and has a gross built area of approximately 10,000 square metres. Through this acquisition, Global Vision expands its office portfolio in Bucharest. Reff & Associates | Del»»»
Timișoara is attracting major new investments from companies like Ferrero, Kärcher and Dedeman
At the same time, the city is benefiting from a wave of major public investment — the Regional Institute of Oncology (€317 million), the new Dan Păltinișanu Stadium (over €100 million) and the conversion of the former military base in Giroc into a multifunctional cultural and educational centre — a»»»
Schneider Electric launches Boost Pro energy storage solution for commercial and industrial buildings
Schneider Electric is expanding its energy transition portfolio with Schneider Boost Pro, an energy storage system designed for commercial and industrial buildings. The solution allows companies to manage available energy more efficiently, integrate renewable sources and electric vehicle charging i»»»