Vice-presidential candidate Georgi Kandev said he had voted for a genuine, new and strong Bulgaria – a country firmly in Europe, looking towards the future and committed to the next generations. He made the remarks after casting his ballot in Sunday's presidential runoff at Sofia's 17th Damyan Grue»»»

ISTANBUL: Turkiye has moved the country’s Kurdish militant leader to a newly built part of an island prison where he has been incarcerated since 1999 as part of efforts to end decades of conflict, a senior Kurdish official said. Improving prison conditions for Abdullah Ocalan, who heads the Kurdist»»»

Speaking to reporters in Blagoevgrad after voting in Sunday's presidential runoff, presidential candidate Andrey Gurov said he had voted for a secure, stable and European Bulgaria – a country that had made its civilisational choice and must uphold it clearly, with dignity and confidence. He said th»»»

New Delhi, India: Authorities in New Delhi stepped up anti-pollution measures on Sunday, including higher parking fees and work-from-home orders, seeking to curb toxic smog in one of the world's most polluted capitals. The restrictions, which came into force Sunday, include a doubling of vehicle pa»»»

Fitch anticipates sustained growth in non-oil economic activity throughout 2026 Fitch Ratings , one of the world’s leading international credit rating agencies, has affirmed Abu Dhabi’s Long-Term Foreign-Currency Issuer Default Rating (IDR) at 'AA' with a Stable Outlook. The agency highlighted the »»»

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Meteorology Department on Sunday forecast a chance of local rain clouds forming over some parts of the country. In its latest weather update, the department said some areas could see rainfall as local clouds develop. The department also forecast relatively hot daytime conditi»»»

Doha, Qatar: Under the patronage of Minister of Education and Higher Education HE Lolwah bint Rashid Al-Khater, the Fifth UNESCO Conference on Higher Education in the Arab States will begin tomorrow in Doha under the theme "The New Learning Landscape in Higher Education in the Arab Region." The two»»»

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NEW DELHI: India’s opposition parties on Sunday renewed calls for the resignation of the country’s election chief, staging fresh protests in the latest display of public dissent against Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government. The protest, called by opposition bloc INDIA, drew thousands of demons»»»

Updated AI strategy also targets better bus punctuality, fewer accidents, Dh300m revenue Dubai: Motorists in Dubai could spend less time in traffic, vehicle owners could complete licensing transactions in under five minutes, and bus passengers could benefit from more reliable services under a new A»»»

Speaking to reporters after voting in the presidential runoff at the Alphonse de Lamartine French Language High School in Sofia on Sunday, Yes, Bulgaria Co-Chair Bozhidar Bozhanov said he had voted for truth, arguing that lies fuel division while truth is the only thing capable of uniting the natio»»»

UAE fuel prices drop as airlines gear up for winter travel amid regional unrest. From cheaper fuel to fresh flight changes and rising US-Iran tensions, November brings several developments UAE residents will want to keep track of. Petrol and diesel prices have dropped, offering some relief at the p»»»

More than 51 million Americans have cast ballots ahead of the US midterm elections, surpassing the previous early voting record set in 2022. The November 3 elections, held halfway through a president’s four-year term, will determine control of Congress, with all 435 House seats and roughly a third »»»

Arab Finance: Egypt-based automaker El Nasr Automotive Manufacturing Company has started producing China's Dongfeng MAGE EV model as Egypt’s first locally produced electric vehicle (EV), with local components reaching 45%, according to a joint statement from the Ministry of Industry and the Ministr»»»

Driving with expired registration risks faults and accidents if vehicles aren't inspected Dubai: Dubai Police issued 48,950 traffic fines for driving vehicles with expired registration during the first 10 months of the year, with January recording the highest number of violations. Motorists caught »»»

KHDA sets rules on teaching languages, qualifications and progress for pupils aged 4 to 6 Dubai: Arabic language teachers in Dubai must obtain separate approval from the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) before they can teach Islamic Education to Muslim children aged four to six, reg»»»

Washington, United States: Binance said Sunday that it had resumed withdrawals after a major hack that affected more than $6 billion in funds. Binance, which is the world's largest crypto exchange by daily trading volumes, had suspended user withdrawals after the attack. "First batch network now op»»»

UAE citizens aged 12 and over can use Germany's airport e-gates after advance registration Abu Dhabi: Emirati citizens can use automated passport control gates at airports across Germany from Sunday, November 1, under a new arrangement aimed at making arrival procedures faster and easier, the UAE E»»»

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UAE airports brace for busy winter travel season despite challenges Airlines are preparing to restore more international services to Dubai as the emirate gears up for a winter surge in passenger traffic. British Airways is scheduled to resume flights on November 3, while UAE airports are increasing»»»

The FBI accused North Korea of being behind the attack on Saturday Binance said Sunday that it had resumed withdrawals after a major hack that affected more than $6 billion in funds. Binance, which is the world's largest crypto exchange by daily trading volumes, had suspended user withdrawals after»»»

DOHA Qatar Gas Transport Company (Nakilat) said that its LNG carrier Al Mayeda was hit by unidentified objects while transiting the Arabian Gulf on Friday evening, Oct 30. No crew members onboard were injured, and the incident had no environmental impact. The vessel is in a safe condition and opera»»»

Speaking to reporters after voting in Sunday's presidential runoff, Yes, Bulgaria Co-Chair and Democratic Bulgaria MP Ivaylo Mirchev said he had voted for a free, European and democratic Bulgaria, and for a president unafraid to put the national interest first, who would not carry out the wishes of»»»

Arab Finance: In an evolving macroeconomic landscape marked by shifting monetary policies, foreign exchange liquidity, and structural growth drivers, alternative investment and M&A advisory firms are uniquely positioned to capture emerging market dislocations. In an exclusive interview with Arab Fi»»»

The planned listing of insurance companies on the Egyptian Exchange (EGX) represents far more than a transfer of ownership stakes. It signals a broader effort to transform Egypt's insurance sector into a scalable investment story, deepen capital markets, and give private investors access to a finan»»»

Damascus, Nov. 1 (SANA) Syria is moving forward with efforts to meet international anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing standards ahead of a planned review of its financial system in mid-2027, a senior Syrian official said Saturday. Shafiq al-Dali, Director of International Coopera»»»

Air pollution was linked to 3.8m deaths in India between 2009 and 2019, a study found New Delhi: Authorities in New Delhi stepped up anti-pollution measures on Sunday, including higher parking fees and work-from-home orders, seeking to curb toxic smog in one of the world's most polluted capitals. T»»»

JOHANNESBURG: Health ‌authorities in Nigeria investigating two suspected Ebola cases in the country’s northeast region ​confirmed that the samples tested negative after two rounds of testing, the Nigeria Center for Disease Control and Prevention said on Sunday. The two individuals had been isolated»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Gas Transport Company Limited (Nakilat), a Qatari public shareholding company, announced that its liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier, Al Mayeda, was attacked by unidentified objects while sailing in the Arabian Gulf on Friday evening. In a statement published on the Qatar Stock »»»

NEW DELHI: Authorities in New Delhi stepped up anti-pollution measures on Sunday, including higher parking fees and work-from-home orders, seeking to curb toxic smog in one of the world’s most polluted capitals. The restrictions, which came into force Sunday, include a doubling of vehicle parking c»»»

Turkey has nominated its former foreign minister and UN ambassador Feridun Hadi Sinirlioglu for the position of UN secretary-general, state-media reported on Saturday. The submission was officially backed by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan who has been particularly vocal in calling for refor»»»

Doha, Qatar: Al Duhail defeated Al Wakrah 3-1 to join Al Rayyan and Al Sadd on 18 points at the top of the Qatar Stars League as Al Rayyan were held to a goalless draw by Al Arabi yesterday. Al Sadd, who thrashed Al Shamal 4-1 on Friday, remain top on goal difference, ahead of Al Rayyan and Al Duha»»»

On November 1, Bulgarian citizens will once again go to the polls to elect a president and vice president of the country. In the second round of the presidential elections, the presidential candidate pairs Andrey Gyurov – Georgi Kandev and Iliyana Yotova – Kiril Valchev will face each other . Nearl»»»

Doha, Qatar: The FIBA Basketball World Cup Qatar 2027 Local Organising Committee (LOC) today unveiled the official Tissot Countdown Clock, marking 300 days to go until the tournament, which Qatar will host from August 27 to September 12, 2027, featuring 32 national teams and taking place in the Mid»»»

Dakar: Olympic Council of Asia President H E Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani inaugurated the BAL4HER basketball court in Guidiaoué, Senegal, marking the launch of the initiative’s first facility in Africa. The project aims to create an inclusive sporting space where young men and women can come tog»»»

Doha, Qatar: Alfardan Corporation is participating in the eleventh edition of Qatar Sustainability Week 2026 as a Community Partner through Athar, its sustainability program, reaffirming its ongoing commitment to advancing sustainability through collaboration, awareness, and the translation of comm»»»

Doha, Qatar: Commercial Bank has concluded its “Save and Become a Millionaire” campaign, awarding one customer QR2,026,000, the Bank’s largest-ever draw prize. Running from January to September 2026, the campaign rewarded eligible customers through quarterly draws and a final Mega Draw. The campaig»»»

Doha, Qatar: QNB Group, a leading financial institution in the Middle East and Africa, announced that all subscribed shares in the Initial Public Offering for Dandy Ltd Company (Dandy) have now been allocated. With the final share allocations having been confirmed, Dandy will now proceed with the r»»»

MOSCOW: Russia said Sunday that a drone had struck an “industrial enterprise” east of Moscow overnight, after Ukraine claimed it had hit a major oil refinery. Gleb Nikitin, governor of Nizhny Novgorod region, reported a “massive drone attack” during the night, during which an “industrial enterprise»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar has established itself as a strategic link between Gulf capital and fast-growing frontier economies, particularly in Asia and Africa, by strengthening financial cooperation, cross-border business ties and access to emerging opportunities, an official said. Speaking to The Peninsu»»»

Lusail: From children celebrating their first-place finishes to a mother running while pushing her toddler in a stroller, the inaugural PSG QNB We Run Doha 2026 brought together runners of different ages and abilities at Lusail International Circuit on Friday, October 30, 2026, highlighting how spo»»»

The Peninsula DOHA: The Friday sermons delivered at 250 mosques across Qatar highlighted the dangers of speeding and reckless driving, urging motorists to observe traffic regulations and recognise their responsibility to protect lives and property. The initiative was organised by the Ministry of Aw»»»

Doha, Qatar: Community College of Qatar (CCQ) presented the latest developments in its digital transformation at a press briefing with Manager of Public Relations and Institutional Communication Omer Alyafey, and Manager of Admission and Registration Maryam Al Sahlawi. Alyafey announced that regist»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Embassy of Finland in Doha is organising Finland Week in Doha under the theme “Building Bridges Through Education, Innovation, Design, Culture and Music.” The week brings Finnish experts, educators, designers and artists to Doha to meet Qatari partners and audiences. The week will »»»

Doha, Qatar: HEC Paris, Doha has welcomed 44 professionals to the 2026 cohort of its Executive MBA - Emerging Leaders Track (ELT), bringing together high-potential talent from Qatar, and beyond representing a diverse range of industries and organisations. Qatari professionals account for 84% of the»»»

The dispute between Ethiopia and Eritrea over the Red Sea port of Assab now extends well beyond that of a maritime facility or outlet for international trade. It reflects a structural contradiction between two states with a shared history but divided on issues like sovereignty, security, borders, a»»»

Doha, Qatar: Al Daayen Municipality, represented by the Ministry of Municipality, will organise a series of activities highlighting the connection between Qatari heritage and environmental sustainability as part of Qatar Sustainability Week 2026, including interactive gardening workshops, a discuss»»»

Doha, Qatar: Providing a vital healthcare lifeline to thousands of blue-collar workers, domestic helps, drivers, and expatriates from various Asian countries, the 20th Asian Medical Camp concluded at the Umm Al Seneem Health Centre in Doha. The mega camp was formally inaugurated by Ambassador of In»»»

Arab Finance: Misr Life Insurance Company and Al Ahly SC signed a four-season strategic partnership, covering joint marketing activities, collaboration with the Al Ahly Community Development Foundation, and sponsorship of the club’s TV channel, as per a press release. Under the agreement, the compa»»»

Doha, Qatar: The retail landscape at Lulu Hypermarket, D-Ring Road, witnessed a spectacular celebration yesterday evening as Joyalukkas officially inaugurated its sixth showroom in Doha. The grand event not only marked a significant expansion of the brand’s Qatari footprint, but also served as a gl»»»