Sen. Lindsey Graham’s funeral held in Washington, D.C. - UPI.com
1 of 4 | An Armed Forces Body Bearer Team moves the casket of Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., upon arrival for a Congressional tribute in the Rotunda of the U.S. Capitol, Tuesday, July 28, 2026. Pool Photo by Mark Schiefelbein/UPI | License Photo July 28 (UPI) -- The funeral service for the late Sen. »»»
Israeli Media: Residents of Northern Settlements Do Not Trust Calm on Border with Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli Media: Residents of Northern Settlements Do Not Trust Calm on Border with Lebanon 28-07-2026 16:46 PM Amid negotiations between “Is»»»
France police find remains of five babies in a home
Marseille: French police have found the bones of five deceased infants in cardboard boxes at the home of a couple in southeastern France, prosecutors said on Tuesday. Police opened a murder inquiry after they made the discovery in a flat in the town of Orange late Monday, the local prosecutor’s off»»»
Iraq hands life sentence to Australia-based drug trafficker
BAGHDAD: Iraq’s judiciary announced on Tuesday that it sentenced drug lord Kazem Hamad, notorious for drug trafficking in Australia, to life in prison. The National Center for International Judicial Cooperation (NCIJC) said that Iraq’s Karkh criminal court issued a life sentence against Hamad for “»»»
France police find remains of five babies in a home
Marseille: French police have found the bones of five deceased infants in cardboard boxes at the home of a couple in southeastern France, prosecutors said on Tuesday. Police opened a murder inquiry after they made the discovery in a flat in the town of Orange late Monday, the local prosecutor’s off»»»
Iraq hands life sentence to Australia-based drug trafficker
BAGHDAD: Iraq’s judiciary announced on Tuesday that it sentenced drug lord Kazem Hamad, notorious for drug trafficking in Australia, to life in prison. The National Center for International Judicial Cooperation (NCIJC) said that Iraq’s Karkh criminal court issued a life sentence against Hamad for “»»»
Deadly truck crash near Ahmed Hamdi Tunnel in Egypt’s Suez leaves three killed and 12 injured
Dubai: Three people were killed and 12 others injured after a heavy goods truck collided with three vehicles before overturning on top of them near the Ahmed Hamdi Tunnel in Egypt's Suez governorate on Monday evening, Egyptian media reported. The crash occurred on the road east of the tunnel when t»»»
Closing Bell: Saudi main index slips to close at 10,678
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Tadawul All Share Index slipped on Tuesday, losing 91.01 points, or 0.85 percent, to close at 10,678.11. The total trading turnover of the benchmark index was SR3.83 billion ($1.02 billion), with 52 stocks advancing and 210 declining. Similarly, the Kingdom’s parallel market »»»
In Rome, one man's crusade against graffiti
Rome: Inch by inch, the high-pressure jet erased the huge, gaudy tag -- the second time in two weeks that Valerio Tuveri has sandblasted clean the wall of a historic park in Rome. Wearing a full white overall, headphones over his ears and a work mask protecting his face, Tuveri and his helper patie»»»
Flight MH370 families want 'facts' as China court hears appeal
Beijing: Relatives of Chinese passengers of Malaysia Airlines flight MH370, which went missing 12 years ago in one of aviation's greatest enduring mysteries, showed up at a Beijing court on Tuesday to demand answers. The court began hearing their appeal against an earlier ruling to order compensati»»»
Constitutional Challenge Against State Budget to Be Filed After Law Is Gazetted
The constitutional challenge against the state budget will be filed after the law is published in the State Gazette, Vladislav Goranov of GERB-UDF told journalists in parliament on Tuesday. He added that talks are under way with representatives of parliamentary groups that did not support the state»»»
'Trump Needs a Way Out of This War': General Yakovlev explains 'charade' over US-Iran negotiations
Eve Irvine is pleased to welcome General Michel Yakovleff, Professor at Sciences-Po and Former Vice-Chief of Staff at NATO's Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (Shape).. He presents a strategic rather than tactical reading of the current lull in the US-Iran conflict. He argues that the appar»»»
Netanyahu accuses NYC Mayor Mamdani of ‘fomenting hate’
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accused New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani of “fomenting hate” following the mayor’s call for his arrest in relation to the war in Gaza. The International Criminal Court (ICC) issued an arrest warrant for Netanyahu and former Israeli Defense Minister Yo»»»
Trump to host Zelensky for talks on war, U.S.-Ukraine cooperation - UPI.com
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky (L) and U.S. President were set to hold talks in the White House on Tuesday. Zelensky said help with defending Ukraine from Russian ballistic missiles was top of the list of topics he wanted to discuss. File Photo by Ukrainian Presidential Press Service/UPI | »»»
India mulls tougher punishment for exam paper leaks after protests
New Delhi: India's government proposed on Tuesday longer jail terms and heftier fines for examination paper leaks, seeking to restore confidence after youth-led protests focused on education reforms rocked the country. Under the proposed legal change submitted to parliament, the maximum prison term»»»
BREC & RPC rankings: The largest real estate asset owners in Romania
* Stock includes shopping centers, retail parks, outlet centers, and hypermarkets with galleries, with a leasable area of at least 5,000 sq m. Source: iO Partners, Q2 2026. NEPI Rockcastle currently has under development the expansion of Promenada Mall Bucharest by 55,400 sq m (including office spa»»»
Democratic Bulgaria Highlight "Unacceptable Provision" Concerning Social Media Regulations in Proposed Amendments to Election Code
Democratic Bulgaria Floor Leader Nadejda Iordanova highligted "a controversial provision stating that the Election Code's rules on election campaigning will apply to social media and personal blogs" in the proposed amendments to the Election Code, which are to be voted on at second reading by the p»»»
No more exam leaks? India proposes 10-year jail terms, million-dollar fines after CJP protests
India’s government on Tuesday proposed tougher punishments for examination paper leaks, including longer prison terms and higher fines, in a bid to restore confidence in the country’s education system after youth-led protests. Under the proposed legal amendments submitted to parliament, the maximum»»»
'Many people' trapped in damaged shopping mall after Japan quake
A major earthquake collapsed buildings and sparked fires in Japan's southwest, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said on Tuesday, with broadcaster NHK saying that at least 50 people were taken to hospital. Television footage on NHK showed several blazes, damaged bridges, a derailed cargo train and crac»»»
Glovo launches PragmaCash: fast funding for entrepreneurs
In addition to the HoReCa segment, which dominates the market, there is also dynamic growth in categories such as healthy food, supermarkets, beauty and groceries – sectors that are particularly vulnerable to market fluctuations and missed opportunities. This solution makes rapid access to working »»»
Likelihood of return among Romanian diaspora significantly drops after five years abroad – MKOR study
Romanians living abroad are increasingly settled in their host countries, while maintaining strong economic and civic ties with Romania, according to the MKOR “Diaspora Sentiment 2026” study. While 61% of respondents have invested money in Romania and 65% voted in the country’s latest parliamentary»»»
Lenovo becomes a Global Partner of the Esports World Cup 2026
The Esports Foundation (EF) and Lenovo today announced an expanded partnership, with Lenovo becoming a Global Partner of the Esports World Cup 2026 (EWC) and powering the world’s largest esports event with its high-performance Legion gaming devices. The EWC 2026 will be bringing the world’s largest»»»
Philippines pledges continued support for OFWs as Middle East conflict persists
Dubai: The Philippine government will continue supporting overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) affected by the conflict in the Middle East, according to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. In his State of the Nation Address (SONA) on July 27, Marcos has noted that protecting Filipinos overseas remains a top»»»
Airport horror: 23-year-old engineer dies in Dreamliner hangar accident
A Virgin Atlantic aircraft technician died after heavy machinery fell on him while he was working inside a plane at London’s Heathrow Airport, according to The Sun. Georgie Buxton, 23, was carrying out maintenance checks on a Boeing 787 Dreamliner inside a hangar when the equipment collapsed on him»»»
UAE registers first Indian family-owned company in Unified Family Business Registry, marking major milestone for Raj Group
Dubai: The Ministry of Economy and Tourism has registered Sell Force International, a subsidiary of the Dubai-based Raj Group, as the first Indian family-owned company to join the country's Unified Family Business Registry, underscoring the UAE's efforts to strengthen its position as a global hub f»»»
As US-Iran war rages, who's risking the Strait of Hormuz?
GlobalizationMiddle EastAs US-Iran war rages, who's risking the Strait of Hormuz?Gianna-Carina Grün | Farah BahgatThough Iran continues to attack vessels as leverage in its war with the United States, data show that several shippers continue to transit the waterway. https://p.dw.com/p/5HpPSNot as p»»»
Egypt leads Africa in FDI inflows for fourth consecutive year
Egypt ranked first in Africa for attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) for the fourth consecutive year, recording inflows of $15.5 billion, while also placing second among Arab countries, reflecting investors’ confidence in the Egyptian economy and the country’s economic reform program, Minist»»»
Chad announces intent to withdraw from the International Criminal Court
DAKAR, Senegal: Chad announced plans Monday to withdraw from the International Criminal Court, accusing the judicial body of ineffectiveness and bias against African countries. The West African country submitted a letter to the United Nations to begin withdrawing from the court, which was establish»»»
Saudi Arabia’s animation industry should bet on homegrown characters and stories
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s animation industry is doing well at the box office but missing the point, according to Dr. Mohammed Ghazala, professor of animation and head of the School of Cinematic Arts at Effat University. He argues the real money lies in owning characters and stories that pay out for de»»»
Podkrepa Confederation of Labour Calls for Presidential Veto of 2026 Budget
The Podkrepa Confederation of Labour has called on President Iliyana Iotova to veto the 2026 State Budget Act and return it to Parliament for reconsideration. The trade union objects to provisions in the Act's transitional and final provisions that introduce significant amendments to the Labour Cod»»»
Cost-cutting becomes key funding source for AI and digital transformation – Horváth study
Companies are increasingly using operational efficiency as the primary source of funding for investments in digital transformation and artificial intelligence, moving beyond its traditional role in managing economic uncertainty and financial discipline, according to the 2026 edition of Horváth’s Cx»»»
Analysts say Guterres’ Syria visit signals shift in UN engagement
Damascus, July 28 (SANA) UN Secretary-General António Guterres‘ visit to Syria, the first by a UN chief in 17 years, marks a significant shift in the United Nations‘ approach to the country, moving beyond humanitarian assistance toward political transition, institution-building and economic recover»»»
Seba Tawfiq: Driving the next chapter of Saudi women’s football
Riyadh: From playing football with boys in schoolyards to pursuing her dream of leading Saudi Arabia to its first FIFA Women’s World Cup, Seba Tawfiq has emerged as one of the faces of a generation transforming women’s football in the Kingdom. A professional footballer whose journey has mirrored th»»»
Japan issues tsunami alert after 7.1-magnitude quake
Tokyo: A strong 7.1-magnitude earthquake hit southwestern Japan on Tuesday, the Japan Meteorological Agency said, issuing a tsunami alert. The tremor at 4:27 pm (0727 GMT) on the island of Kyushu also measured at the highest possible level seven on Japan's own Shindo scale of shaking, the agency sa»»»
QRCS to bring Palestinian doctors to Doha for specialised training at HMC
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»»»
German govt vows to toughen laws after jihadist attack on Pride event
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 »»»
IMAX, ScreenX or 4DX? Here's how to choose the best UAE cinema screen for every film
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»»»
Six top property picks at the Emaar Private Showcase this Thursday
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, »»»
Chad announces withdrawal from International Criminal Court - UPI.com
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»»»
Clubs finalise coaching line-ups before QSL season kick-off
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 »»»
Another company awaiting Borsa Istanbul IPO files for bankruptcy protection
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 »»»
Most young Romanians cannot afford a home and feel financially insecure – Deloitte study
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 Deloitte Global Gen Z and Millennial Su»»»
FIBA U18 Asian Championship: Qatar rout Kuwait to stay top of Gulf Qualifiers
Doha: Qatar’s continued their impressive run in the Gulf Qualifiers for the FIBA U18 Asian Championship with a commanding 81-53 victory over Kuwait yesterday, strengthening its position at the top of the standings alongside Bahrain with four points. The hosts delivered another dominant performance »»»
Top court requires compliance with Constitution in passing public-sector pay bill
The High Court of Cassation and Justice (ICCJ) has asked the Senate and the Chamber of Deputies to ensure that the parliamentary procedure on the public-sector pay bill is carried out in strict compliance with the Constitution, warning of "serious doubts" about the validity of steps already taken."»»»
Drones shot down in Romania/ Oana Toiu: Polish Foreign Minister - message of solidarity with Romania
Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs, Oana Toiu, announced on Monday that the Polish chief diplomat Radek Sikorski conveyed to her Poland's firm condemnation of the recent illegal incursions into Romania's airspace.''We discussed the performance of the Romanian Army's pilots and the fragments of the »»»
SJC launches WhatsApp service linking cases to lawyers
Doha, Qatar: The Supreme Judiciary Council (SJC) continues to expand its digital services with the launch of a new WhatsApp-based facility that allows lawyers to link registered court cases to their law firms. Announced via the Council’s official X account, the service operates through the number 4»»»
Johnson & Johnson reaches proposed $5.5B talcum powder settlement - UPI.com
Johnson & Johnson said Monday that it has reached a proposed $5.5 billion settlement to resolve lawsuits alleging its talcum-based baby powder caused ovarian cancer. File Photo by Dan Peled/EPA July 28 (UPI) -- U.S. healtcare giant Johnson & Johnson said it has reached a proposed $5.5 billion settl»»»
Apple overtakes Nvidia as world’s most valuable company at $4.94 trillion
Dubai: Tech giant Apple regained its crown as the world's most valuable company on Monday, edging past chipmaker Nvidia. Apple's market value climbed to about $4.94 trillion, topping Nvidia's roughly $4.83 trillion. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here»»»
UAE shuts 31 pet shops and nurseries in nationwide crackdown on animal welfare and environmental violations
The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment has shut 31 pet shops, bird markets, livestock outlets and plant nurseries during the first half of the year as part of a nationwide inspection campaign to enforce environmental and animal welfare regulations. The ministry said it carried out 30 joint »»»
Apple overtakes Nvidia as world’s most valuable company at $4.94 trillion
Dubai: Tech giant Apple regained its crown as the world's most valuable company on Monday, edging past chipmaker Nvidia. Apple's market value climbed to about $4.94 trillion, topping Nvidia's roughly $4.83 trillion. Investors have increasingly viewed Apple's restrained capital spending as a strengt»»»