ISTANBUL: A Turkish former minister and senior ruling party official was placed in detention pending trial on Friday as part of an investigation into a multi-billion-dollar investment fund scandal, state news agency Anadolu reported. Fatma Betul Sayan Kaya was remanded in custody by an Istanbul cou»»»

Prime Minister Rumen Radev said on Friday that the government faced a major challenge in drawing up the 2027 state budget, as it had to strike a difficult balance between reducing the excessive budget deficit and cutting expenditure without undermining incomes and social support, while also settlin»»»

Hungarian Gripen fighter jets were scrambled three times on Friday morning after bomb threats were reported on board three civilian passenger aircraft flying through Hungarian airspace. NATO issued successive ALPHA SCRAMBLE alerts, prompting the Hungarian Air Force to escort the planes towards neig»»»

Paris, Nov. 6 (SANA) Director of the Expatriates and Refugee Affairs Directorate at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, Nahla Othman, met in Paris with Yannick Tagand, Deputy Director of the Crisis and Support Centre at the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, to discuss Syr»»»

South Africa's African National Congress party could face its worst-ever election result on Friday with about a third of support after 80 percent of the votes from local government polls counted. Final results are expected by Sunday.  South Africa's ⁠African National Congress ​is on track for »»»

American voters brought Donald Trump to power, handing him the opportunity to radically transform the political landscape of America, building upon overwhelming discontent about the political status quo that had metastasized over the course of successive presidential administrations, both Republica»»»

Arab Finance: London-based Innovo Group has appointed Mostafa El Kady as CEO and Managing Director of Innovo Egypt effective November 2026, as the group seeks to expand its presence in the Egyptian real estate market, as per a press release. El Kady brings more than 20 years of experience in real e»»»

Tunis, Nov.6 (TAP) - The sugar stock currently available in Tunisia covers approximately five months of consumption, equivalent to 130,000 tonnes, while the coffee stock is enough for four months (approximately 6,000 tonnes) and the rice stock...»»»

Two aircraft arriving in Sofia from London and Brussels were inspected by Border Police teams after bomb threats were received by email, with no suspicious findings reported. Both planes landed safely at Sofia's Vasil Levski Airport and were checked by the authorities, who found nothing concerning.»»»

Airstrikes hit a market in southwestern Yemen on Friday, killing at least 20 people, according to an official with Iran-backed Houthi rebels. It would be one of the deadliest attacks since fighting resumed between the Houthis and Saudi-backed government forces. A Houthi health ministry spokesperson»»»

The Sofia City Prosecution Office is investigating the activity of an organized crime group that operated in the regions of Varna, Plovdiv, and Sofia. The prosecution will file for the remand in custody of six defendants and an EUR 20,000 bail for another group member, the prosecution service said »»»

COLOMBO: Trade unions and political activists rallied in Sri Lanka’s capital on Friday against anti-terrorism and anti-crime bills, saying they would give sweeping powers to law enforcement authorities and could lead to abuses. The bills — the protection of the state from terrorism and prevention o»»»

Festival of Lights sparks shopping frenzy across UAE's Indian community Dubai: For the vast Indian community in the UAE, Diwali is much more than a festival. It is a time for family reunions, cherished traditions, new beginnings and celebrations that bring people together. With the Festival of Ligh»»»

The firearm used to kill Plovdiv businessman Iliyan Filipov has been found and added to the investigation as physical evidence, the Ministry of Interior and the Prosecutor's Office confirmed to BNT. The discovery was made during investigative work in the pretrial proceedings opened by the Plovdiv D»»»

Subtitled by Al-Ahed News For 47 years, the United States has tried and failed to bring down the Islamic Republic. In this powerful speech, the late Leader of the Islamic Revolution His Eminence Imam Sayyed Ali Khamenei delivers a message of resilience, reminding the world that the Islamic Republic»»»

Subtitled by Al-Ahed News For 47 years, the United States has tried and failed to bring down the Islamic Republic. In this powerful speech, the late Leader of the Islamic Revolution His Eminence Imam Sayyed Ali Khamenei delivers a message of resilience, reminding the world that the Islamic Republic»»»

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 »»»

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»»»

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»»»

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 »»»

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»»»

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»»»

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»»»

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,»»»