Media Review: November 10
OVERVIEW The record EUR 75.65 million fine imposed on Kaufland Bulgaria by the Commission on Protection of Competition (CPC) dominated media coverage on Tuesday. The retailer rejected the allegations of unfair trading practices against Bulgarian food producers and warned that it could reconsider pl»»»
Is Investigation Into Jensen Huang About Counter-Espionage, or Is It a Political Witch Hunt?
One woman, one affair, and a national security narrative that the American media have spun with more imagination than evidence. That was all it took to thrust one of US' most powerful tech CEOs into the middle of a "spy" controversy. On Sunday, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang admitted to an extramarital af»»»
EU pledges EUR 60 million for Black Sea security as von der Leyen meets Romanian leaders
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced EUR 60 million in new funding for Black Sea security during a visit to Bucharest on Monday, 9 November, where she met President Nicușor Dan and Prime Minister Luca Niculescu. The discussions focused on maritime security, defence investmen»»»
Qatari PM Makes Unscheduled Stop at G7 to Brief Europeans after Meeting Trump
Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani will meet European powers and Saudi Arabia on Tuesday in an unscheduled stop at the G7 foreign ministers meeting in Paris after holding talks on Monday with US President Donald Trump on the Iran conflict. “On this occasion, the mi»»»
NATO holds submarine-hunting drills in Baltic
STOCKHOLM: Eight NATO countries have started five days of anti-submarine exercises in the Baltic sea and a top commander called the ultra-silent underwater vessels a constant “threat.” Based in Sweden from Monday to Friday, the submarine-hunting drills also involve Britain, Canada, Denmark, Finland»»»
Japan court dismisses suit against Meta over celebrity investment scams
Tokyo: A Tokyo court dismissed on Tuesday Japanese billionaire Yusaku Maezawa's lawsuit against US tech giant Meta and its Japan unit over the use of his name and image in fraudulent investment ads on their platforms. Online fraudsters commonly use Maezawa's name and picture without his permission »»»
Lucid secures access to additional $1.75bn in PIF financing
RIYADH: Electric vehicle maker Lucid Group has expanded an existing credit facility with Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund by $1.75 billion, increasing its pro forma liquidity to $3.75 billion as it seeks to strengthen its finances and advance a business turnaround. In a statement, the company »»»
How Abu Dhabi's campaign aims to protect children from abuse
Abu Dhabi campaign helps parents spot child abuse signs and report concerns The Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority (ECA), in collaboration with its partners, has launched the “Our Children’s Safety Is Our Responsibility” campaign to raise awareness among parents, teachers and community members abo»»»
US judge orders psychiatric exam for Meghan Markle's father
Psychiatric report ordered for Thomas Markle following disturbing accusations A US judge has ordered a psychiatric examination for Thomas Markle, the estranged father of Prince Harry's wife, Meghan Markle, after his arrest for alleged possession of images of child sexual abuse. Thomas Markle, 82, i»»»
Malaysia court clears way for ex-PM Najib to start house arrest
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s High Court has cleared the way for jailed former Prime Minister Najib Razak to start his house arrest, state news agency Bernama reported on Tuesday. Najib was last week expected be be transferred from jail but the process was stopped after an intervention by the at»»»
Sonia Gandhi’s memoir: Indira’s temper, kidnapping claim, Rahul’s fears and 4 more revelations
Family secrets, political battles reveal the hidden world of India’s most famous dynasty Dubai: A senior Congress leader ordered to stand facing a wall. A frightened young bride watching her powerful mother-in-law lose her temper. A bitter family feud that led to a kidnapping accusation. And two ch»»»
Iran Tells US to “Fold Its Hand” and Accept Seven Conditions as War of Words Escalates - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Iran Tells US to “Fold Its Hand” and Accept Seven Conditions as War of Words Escalates 10-11-2026 10:38 AM Mohsen Rezaei Appointed Sayyed K»»»
UAE tops the world for SME-friendly financial system
Government support lifts UAE to 21st overall, while SME backing scores a global-best 96.4 Dubai: The UAE ranks first globally for how well its financial system supports the growth and success of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The 2026 Global Financial Inclusion Index scores the country »»»
UAE President: Security and sovereignty remain our top priorities
UAE President says unity, preparedness, strong institutions underpin nation's resilience President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, on Tuesday attended “We Will Emerge Stronger” sessi»»»
Singapore launches gold storage service for central banks
Singapore: Singapore on Tuesday launched a gold storage service for foreign central banks and other financial institutions, as it seeks to bolster its position as a key precious metals trading hub. The Monetary Authority of Singapore said the facility, housed in the city-state's national currency v»»»
Who is Lori Huang? Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s wife could get $75 billion in divorce without prenup
Nvidia CEO's marital troubles spark speculation over billion-dollar settlement Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang's admission of an extramarital affair has prompted speculation that his wife, Lori Huang, could be entitled to roughly half of his fortune, which Forbes estimates at $155.2 billion, if»»»
Trade: Eurostat: Romania and Germany, the largest decline of retail trade in EU states
According to Eurostat, Romania and Germany are EU states that recorded the most serious declines of retail trade volumes in September, against August, with a drop of 1.3% and 2%. Compared to 2025, the drop of 2.3% in Romania and 2.4% in Germany, states ranking first in the decline top. “Among membe»»»
Apartment prices in Romania register 5pct increase on average in 2026
An apartment in Romania costs an average of 114,900 euro, almost 5% more than a year ago, while buying a house requires an average budget of 170,000 euro, according to an analysis published by a real estate platform.According to data compiled by Imobiliare.ro, although Cluj-Napoca, Bucharest and Br»»»
Russia:Lavrov: West Using Lawless Economic Warfare to Crush ...
By Staff, Agencies Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stressed that the West is increasingly using unlawful economic pressure to undermine Russia and other rivals in Asia and the Global South. In an op-ed published by the business daily Kommersant on Tuesday, Lavrov warned that the world econom»»»
The US to become first nation to fully shun a UN Human Rights Council review
GENEVA: The United States is set Tuesday to become the first country to fully shun a regular review of its human rights record at the UN’s top rights body since it was created two decades ago. The Trump administration last year pulled the US out of the Human Rights Council, accusing it of an anti-U»»»
2027 Budget debate: MPs call for criminal reconciliation, constitutional court and stronger security institutions
TUNIS, November 10 (TAP) – Members of the Assembly of People's Representatives (ARP) raised a range of political, economic and institutional issues during a joint plenary session with the National Council of Regions and Districts (CNRD) held on...»»»
Voices:Netanyahu Faces the Prospect of Losing Power: Could t...
By Jihad Haydar As Benjamin Netanyahu calls for a national unity government and Gadi Eisenkot is tasked with forming the next government, “Israel” is entering a political phase that goes beyond the traditional struggle between coalition and opposition. At stake is a more fundamental question: Can t»»»
How website offering $100 articles put a UAE-India maritime firm’s reputation at risk
SPONSOREDPolice report: Money laundering claims against Best Oasis, Priya Blue false and defamatory Dubai: These attacks often follow a simple template. A story making serious allegations against a business appears online. It uses genuine details, such as the company's name, owners, locations or bu»»»
Qatar hosts Quran competition with 42 contestants from 19 countries
Doha, Qatar: Undersecretary of the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs H E Dr Sheikh Khalid bin Mohammed bin Ghanem Al Thani attended the first-day competitions of the third edition of the international Quranic competition ‘Awwal Al-Awael’, the international branch of the Sheikh Jassim bin Mohamm»»»
Qatar name 21-player squad, target strong show in FIFA U-17 World Cup
Doha, Qatar: Qatar named their 21-player squad for the FIFA U-17 World Cup yesterday, 10 days before the tournament kicks off, with coach Alvaro Mejia targeting a strong showing from the hosts. Qatar will open their Group A campaign against Panama on November 19 at the Aspire Zone before facing Egy»»»
Stojadinovic wins rifle gold at ISSF World Championship
Doha, Qatar: Serbia’s Aleksandra Stojadinovic clinched the women’s 50m Rifle 3 Positions title at the ISSF Rifle, Pistol, Shotgun World Championship Doha 2026 yesterday, edging Republic of Korea’s Oh Sehee by a mere 0.7 points in a thrilling final. At the Lusail Shooting Range, Stojadinovic produce»»»
Brazil More Than Doubles Y/Y Aluminum Imports From Russia in January-October
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Shipments of unwrought aluminum from Russia to Brazil more than doubled year-on-year in January-October 2026, according to data from the Brazilian statistical agency seen by Sputnik. From January to October, Brazil imported $61.2 million worth of unwrought aluminum from Russia. T»»»
Dubai law firm kept Dh1.1m belonging to client. Court orders refund
Firm must also pay Dh50,000 in damages and 5% annual interest until full payment. Dubai: A Dubai court has ordered a law firm to return Dh1.118 million it collected on behalf of a client but withheld for more than a year, ruling that lawyers cannot keep clients’ money to recover unpaid fees without»»»
Áron Orbán detained in human smuggling probe, Viktor calls it political revenge
"I am the target, my brother is merely a tool," wrote Viktor Orbán, president of Fidesz, on his Facebook page, after Prime Minister Péter Magyar suggested on Monday morning that the authorities had detained the former prime minister's brother, Áron Orbán, on suspicion of human smuggling. Viktor Orb»»»
Qatar, Estonia eye new AI opportunities through deeper digital cooperation
Doha, Qatar: Qatar and Estonia are looking to deepen their longstanding digital partnership, with artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, digital governance and defence emerging as key areas for expanded cooperation. In an interview with The Peninsula, Estonia’s Minister of Justice and Digital»»»
Troubled luxury cruise ship impounded in Singapore
Passengers were forced off the Odyssey in Sihanoukville as Villa Vie suspended operations Singapore: A cruise ship left stranded in Southeast Asia after its US-based operator ran out of money has been impounded in Singapore, maritime officials said on Monday. The Odyssey, meant to take passengers o»»»
UAE court clears tanker driver after pedestrian accident in Sharjah
Court rejects prosecution appeal after finding the pedestrian entirely responsible. Sharjah: A municipal sewage tanker driver accused of running over a 76-year-old pedestrian and leaving him injured without stopping to help has been cleared of all charges after the Sharjah Court of Cassation upheld»»»
Dog owner jailed after animals killed a man and mauled a woman
A man from Szentes has now been sentenced after his dogs mauled a man to death and seriously injured a woman in the summer of 2021. The Szeged Court of Appeal handed down a final sentence of two years and six months in prison to a 67-year-old man from Szentes. The defendant was found guilty of negl»»»
Climate change is redrawing national borders
On the border between Italy and Switzerland is Testa Grigia, a summit in the Alps 3,480 metres above sea level, where skiers flock. Among the attractions is a celebrated mountain refuge, the Rifugio Guide del Cervino. Its name leaves little doubt about its origins. Built by Italians in 1984, it has»»»
How website offering $100 articles put a UAE-India maritime firm’s reputation at risk
SPONSOREDPolice report: Money laundering claims against Best Oasis, Priya Blue false and defamatory Dubai: These attacks often follow a simple template. A story making serious allegations against a business appears online. It uses genuine details, such as the company's name, owners, locations or bu»»»
Mexico arrests Jalisco Cartel regional leader
Mexico City: A regional leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), one of Mexico’s two main criminal groups, was arrested, Mexican authorities announced Sunday. The CJNG was designated a "foreign terrorist organization" by the American government in 2025 and is known for its violent tactic»»»
Nvidia and Jensen Huang face shareholder lawsuit over alleged relationship with suspected Chinese spy
BusinessUnited States of AmericaNvidia shareholders sue Jensen Huang over alleged spy tiesRichard Connor with AP, dpa, ReutersNvidia shareholders have sued the chipmaker and its CEO, Jensen Huang, over his alleged ties to a suspected Chinese spy. The case adds to scrutiny over whether sensitive inf»»»
Zelensky says Ukrainian battlefield successes strengthen Kyiv’s position in talks
President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Monday, on the eve of US-led, three-sided talks on resolving the war with Russia, that Ukrainian battlefield successes and mounting Russian losses were strengthening Kyiv’s position in negotiations. The talks with Russian and US negotiators, opening on Tuesday »»»
QU promotes industry collaboration with new pacts at MWC26 Doha
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar University (QU) strengthened its engagement with industry at MWC26 Doha on Monday, as the Qatar Mobility Innovations Centre (QMIC), a QU research centre, signed memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with Es’hailSat and Vodafone Qatar. The agreements form part of QU’s wid»»»
Communications minister underscores Qatar’s commitment to promoting digital inclusion
QNA Doha Minister of Communications and Information Technology HE Mohammed bin Ali Al Mannai said Qatar’s hosting of the conference embodies its commitment to deepening international cooperation and contributing to charting the future of the telecommunications and information technology sector, whi»»»
Truth or Fake - Trump says he was ‘kidding’ about Dana White press secretary job, amid online mix-up claims
Donald Trump says he was "only kidding" when he announced he had offered his friend and UFC boss Dana White the job of White House press secretary. The president shared an AI-generated video of White behind the briefing room podium and UFC fighters attacking journalists. But the announcement also s»»»
What to expect as Russia, Ukraine and the US hold trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi
Negotiators from Ukraine, Russia and the United States are set to meet in the capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Tuesday for a new round of talks aimed at ending nearly five years of full-scale war triggered by Moscow's invasion of its neighbour. Security guarantees for the warring sides »»»
Peru airport security intercepts attempt to smuggle 3,000 tarantulas hidden in dirty socks
Lima, Peru: Authorities in Lima, Peru intercepted an attempt to smuggle 3,000 live tarantulas aboard a flight bound for Germany, wildlife protection officials told AFP Thursday. The spiders were hidden in dirty socks contained in three suitcases carried by two Germans and a Polish citizen, accordin»»»
Vice President Sara Duterte: Why popularity survives the allegations
Why Sara Duterte's runaway popularity defies allegations and regional disparities MANILA – In the Philippines, a mountain of evidence of unexplained wealth would not be enough to resist the Sara Duterte "wave" now, especially in Mindanao. The country’s second-biggest island, Mindanao is home to abo»»»
Trump envoys aim to persuade Russia to include Europe in negotiations on ending war with Ukraine
WASHINGTON: The White House aims to use this week’s talks with Ukrainian and Russian officials in part to persuade Moscow to agree to broader negotiations that would include key European officials on how to end nearly five years of war, US officials said. US President Donald Trump’s aides Steve Wit»»»
Republicans got Trumped. So now what?
On the same day that he led his Republican Party into a midterm electoral slaughter, US President Donald Trump told Fox News that he would move to Israel to “become Prime Minister” if Americans “got tired” of him. This sounds like one of those “I’m moving to Canada if I lose” things. Except that he»»»
Krakow shooting rampage suspect dies amid hunt for motive
KRAKOW: A Polish man accused of carrying out a deadly shooting spree in Krakow died in hospital on Monday, two days after he was critically wounded in a gun battle with police, authorities said. But after he had originally been linked to the far right, prosecutors said that his reasons for killing »»»
The Debate - Broken system? French protesters rage against austerity
How can the nation of haute couture and high speed rail have an affordability issue? On paper, France boasts the planet’s seventh largest economy. Its top diplomat started the week hosting a Group of Seven Industrialized Nations foreign ministers meeting inside the regal setting of its landmark Lef»»»
Protest in Sofia Calls for Action to Combat Violence against Animals
Citizens gathered for a protest outside the Military Medical Academy (MMA) on Monday, calling for justice, reform and measures to combat violence against animals. The protest was organized by the Mecho and Friends Association. The occasion was the first anniversary of the killing of the dog Maya, w»»»
‘Death follows us in every form’: in Gaza, even the sand now kills
DEIR AL-BALAH: Aisha Al-Zain heard the cries of alarm between sunset and evening prayers on Sunday. People were shouting that a tent had fallen on Tahrir and her children. Then came all the names, one by one: Habiba. Mariam. Tahrir. Ibrahim. Reem. Al-Zain ran out barefoot, her head uncovered. Where»»»