A missile targeted Yemen's Aden airport for the second time on Wednesday, a police official told AFP, as the Iran-backed Houthis called for the evacuation of the facility in the seat of the Saudi-backed government. "A Houthi missile targeted the area under Saudi forces' control inside the perimeter»»»

Israel's president voiced hope Wednesday for avoiding a second election after a hard-fought vote produced no clear winner, leaving Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the opposition scrambling for options and making Israeli Arab parties possible kingmakers. With more than 85 percent of ballots co»»»

RIYADH: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan met Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah in Riyadh on Wednesday to discuss bilateral cooperation and regional developments. The two ministers discussed efforts to ease regional tensions and restore security and stabil»»»

The Hungarian forint remained relatively stable against the euro on Tuesday but weakened against the US dollar as the American currency continued to strengthen on international markets. US dollar on a hot streak Rising energy prices also weighed on the euro, while investors awaited key interest rat»»»

BERN - The European Alliance of News Agencies (EANA) strongly condemned on Wednesday threats and intimidation directed at the Serbian Tanjug news agency - an EANA member - and it staff, noting that threats and intimidation against journalists were unacceptable, irrespective of any disagreement over»»»

A third man injured while rescue teams continue search for the missing in South Sinai Dubai: One person was killed, another went missing and a third was injured after flash floods swept away a cement mixer truck carrying three people in Egypt's South Sinai governorate, authorities said. The inciden»»»

URDA, Spain: At least 64 people died when two Spanish high-speed trains collided on Wednesday, with rescue workers scouring the wreckage for more bodies after Spain’s second deadly rail accident ​this year. Hundreds of ambulances, funeral home vans and helicopters were parked next to one of the tra»»»

ADNOC’s XRG to boost Absheron gas output, unlocking 5 trillion cubic feet by 2029 ABU DHABI – XRG, the international investment arm of ADNOC, says its stake in the Absheron gas field in Azerbaijan is part of a strategy to turn UAE energy expertise into overseas businesses that benefit the country. »»»

Woman fined Dh5,000 under electronic monitoring; cafe manager fined Dh3,000 Ras Al Khaimah: A dispute over an open window at a cafe on Al Qawasim Corniche escalated into insults and a physical altercation shortly after 12.50am, resulting in convictions for both a customer and the cafe manager. The »»»

The project is part of NEPI Rockcastle’s green energy investment programme, with a budget of over EUR 100 million, dedicated to the development of photovoltaic capacity across the region. Implemented together with Global Technical Systems (GTS), the new park is one of the largest solar energy produ»»»

IULIUS and Atterbury Europe are undertaking a comprehensive modernization of Iulius Mall Cluj through an investment exceeding €7.6 million, with completion scheduled for next year. The project will enhance the shopping centre, diversify experiences for families and young visitors, expand the presen»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia is in close contact with the United States in the space sector, including with entrepreneur and SpaceX founder Elon Musk, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday. "We are in close contact with our American partners, including Mr. Musk, because it is very importa»»»

His plane touched down at Opa-Locka Airport outside Miami after flying from Argentina Opa-Locka, United States: Brazil's defeated right-wing presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro stepped out of a private plane in Florida on Wednesday morning, AFP witnessed, despite a court order banning him from »»»

Emotional Mukesh Ambani applauded by children at Jio Platforms debut ceremony Dubai: Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani was visibly emotional as his children, Isha Ambani and Anant Ambani, delivered heartfelt speeches at the Jio Platforms listing ceremony at the National Stock Exchange (NSE»»»

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Arab Finance: Al Ahly Capital Holding, the investment arm of the National Bank of Egypt (NBE), has signed an agreement to acquire El Sewedy Education's 40% stake in Cairo Egypt for Educational Establishments, as per an emailed press release. The acquisition covers 30 million shares, representing El»»»

Doha The General Tax Authority has announced that certificates of analysis required to register sweetened drinks will be accepted electronically through the Dhareeba platform from Nov 1, through direct integration with laboratories accredited by the Ministry of Public Health and registered with the»»»

We want to sleep better, have more energy, maintain our health, and live healthier, for longer. We are becoming increasingly well-informed and demanding regarding the choices we make for ourselves. But has communication about health evolved as much as consumer expectations? According to the *Future»»»

Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani sent a cable of condolences to Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Spain HE Dr. Pedro Sanchez following a crash involving two high-speed trains near Toledo, central Spain. His Excellency »»»

DUBAI: A Houthi missile struck the grounds of Aden airport on Wednesday before the group called for the facility to be evacuated, a police source told Agence France-Presse. “A Houthi missile fell within the airport grounds,” the source said. Yemen’s Transport Ministry condemned what it described as»»»

LuLu Group unveils plans for massive hypermarket in Al Shahama by 2027 Abu Dhabi: The shoppers are moving out of town. So, the supermarket is following them. At 210,000 square feet, LuLu’s new hypermarket in Al Shahama will be one of the biggest in the area, and it is scheduled to open by UAE Natio»»»

MoHAP joins ‘Today Before Tomorrow’ drive to stop nicotine dependence before it starts Dubai: The UAE is taking aim at vaping among young people, joining a Gulf-wide health campaign that urges teenagers and young adults to say no to e-cigarettes and other newer nicotine products before a habit can »»»

Tunis, Oct. 28 (TAP)- The half-year financial results for the first six months of 2026 of 65 listed companies (out of a total of 75, that is 87% of listed companies) which published their financial statements showed a 7.7% rise in comparison with...»»»

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Israeli occupation forces entered the village of Majduliyah in the Quneitra countryside on Wednesday, setting up a temporary checkpoint at the village entrance to search passersby and check their identification documents. According to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, an Israeli patrol consi»»»

BRUSSELS - In its preliminary findings, the international election observation mission (IEOM) has reported an overall efficient management of the election preparations and a positive assessment of all stages of the election day process in Serbia in the vast majority of polling stations, EU foreign »»»

Yemeni government officials urged the international community to help protect civilians and reopen roads into the city of Taiz as Iran-backed Houthi rebels further tightened their siege of the city. Taiz province has emerged as a major battlefront in recent weeks, including the city of Taiz — consi»»»

Eight landmarks that tell the story of the UAE's founding father Abu Dhabi: In the United Arab Emirates, you can hardly travel a day without crossing a piece of the founding father's legacy. His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan was the country’s founding father and first president. When h»»»

Israel election, Iran blockade, $47.1b war cost and UAE flight disruptions Dubai: Israel faces uncertainty over its next government after an inconclusive election, while Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has raised the prospect of renewed cooperation with US President Donald Trump against Iran. Dip»»»

By Staff, Agencies At least 30 people were killed and around 80 injured on Wednesday, October 28, after a Renfe AVE high-speed train collided with a stationary Iryo train near Urda, in Spain’s Toledo province. Regional authorities warned that the death toll could rise as rescue teams continue exami»»»

Israelis head to the polls on Tuesday in a closely contested parliamentary election that could end the nearly four-year rule of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s current coalition, following years of war, political scandals, mass protests, and deepening divisions within Israeli society. The vote »»»

Diversity and innovation shine at UAE's premier healthcare awards event Dubai: Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Cabinet Member and Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, today honoured outstanding healthcare professionals, specialists and institutions in the United Arab Emirates at the sixth An»»»

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday hosted dozens of African leaders at a Russia-Africa summit, part of Moscow's efforts to expand its influence across the continent. Speaking at the opening of the two-day Russia-Africa summit in Moscow, Putin cast it as an "organic part of a global trans»»»

LONDON: Britain’s Finance Minister John Healey ‌said on Wednesday that the main minimum wage rate would increase by 3.9 percent. The rate paid to workers aged 21 and over, currently £12.71 an hour, and the rate payable to workers aged 18-20, now £10.85, will both rise by 3.9 percent. Some analysts »»»

The midnight sky was clear, the waves gentle, and the full moon lit the way for our inflatable rescue boat to reach the dinghy in distress. The southward winds of the central Mediterranean had abated for a brief détente in the early hours of Tuesday (27 October), after days of wondering how any sma»»»

President Joseph Aoun called on Wednesday for dialogue and moderation to resolve the country's crises and said only diplomatic negotiations can achieve sustainable peace. "Lebanon's problems cannot be solved except by adopting the language of moderation and dialogue, away from confrontation," Aoun »»»

The four ministers representing the Lebanese Forces will not attend the cabinet session scheduled for Thursday, MTV reported. “This decision comes after sensing intentional procrastination in referring the Dahr al-Baidar explosives case to the Judicial Council, as well as the lack of responsiveness»»»

Tunis, Oct.28 (TAP) - The Italian Navy's training ship, the "Amerigo Vespucci", will docke at La Goulette porty from October 31 to November 3, before continuing its world tour.The ship will arrive with fifteen Tunisian Navy cadets on board who took...»»»

Damascus, Oct. 28 (SANA) Passenger and commercial truck traffic resumed in both directions at the Nassib border crossing between Syria and Jordan on Wednesday morning, a day after the crossing was temporarily closed following Jordanian airstrikes in southern Syria. The General Authority for Borders»»»

While humanoid robots grab headlines with dance moves and parkour stunts, Zhejiang Humanoid Robot Innovation Center is deploying them in factories, warehouses and service facilities, showing how advanced robotics is becoming part of everyday industry in China's manufacturing powerhouse. In the show»»»

Doha, Qatar: The debate over customs duty on the iPhone 18 Pro will soon move to a courtroom in Kerala, as Dubai-based Indian expatriate Ajas Mohammed Jansher plans to take legal action to retrieve his newly purchased iPhone from customs without paying what he calls 'unjustified duty'. Ajas's troub»»»

Brasilia: A delegation from the Sheikh Hamad Award for Translation and International Understanding has concluded its introductory tour of Brazil with a visit to Rio de Janeiro, promoting the award among Portuguese-speaking translators and publishers ahead of its 2027 edition. The delegation met Lau»»»

MANILA: The US proposed on Wednesday developing a new security framework for cooperation with ASEAN, as Southeast Asia’s defense chiefs and the region’s key partners met in the Philippines. The annual Association of Southeast Asian Nations Defense Ministers’ Meeting is taking place in Lapu-Lapu Cit»»»

The agreement is intended to create more opportunities for businesses in both countries Sharjah: The UAE and Burundi have signed an agreement to establish a joint business council aimed at expanding trade and economic cooperation between the two countries. The memorandum of understanding (MoU) was »»»

Tunis, Oct.28 (TAP) - The 16th International Agricultural Investment and Technology Fair (SIAT'2026) kicked off Wednesday at the Kram Exhibition Centre in Tunis, under the theme of "Investing in resilient and smart agriculture to strengthen our food...»»»

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BELGRADE - Ilija Srdanovic, who heads the Student List, says the list will continue the dialogue on Kosovo-Metohija and the implementation of an EU-facilitated Brussels agreement on normalisation of Belgrade-Pristina relations, signed in 2013. Speaking to Radio Free Europe on Tuesday, Srdanovic sai»»»

RIYADH: From T-shirts and hoodies to brooches and keychains, merchandise bearing patriotic slogans such as “Saudi Arabia is a red line” is drawing attention on social media following recent attacks on the Kingdom, with Saudi retailers offering a range of products celebrating national identity. The »»»

JEDDAH: Three falcons sold for a combined SR369,000 (about $98,400) on the 10th night of the well-attended National Falcon Center Auction 2026 in Riyadh, which runs until Nov. 30. On Tuesday night, the first bird, a juvenile peregrine falcon trapped in Haradh by Fahad Sultan Al-Marri, Hamad Nafal A»»»

‘My conscience does not permit me to continue,’ Justice Kayani says Dubai: A senior Pakistani judge resigned on Wednesday, accusing the executive of increasing its control over the judiciary and warning that recent constitutional amendments had undermined the independence of the country’s high cour»»»