Families grieve toxic tap water deaths in India city
Sunil Sahu bitterly regrets the day his five-month-old son was given some cow milk diluted with tap water. Avyan was being breast-fed but his father says the family - who live in Indore city in India's central Madhya Pradesh state - gave him the diluted mixture in addition. In many Indian families,»»»
IOF Intensifies West Bank Raids as Settler Attacks Escalate
Israeli occupation forces (IOF) launched widespread raids and arrests across the West Bank early Friday, alongside a surge in violent attacks by armed settlers targeting Palestinian communities and property. Israeli occupation forces continue their wide-scale demolition campaign in Nur Shams refuge»»»
Dubai Police impound high-performance car after reckless driving video goes viral
Dubai: Dubai Police have impounded a high-performance vehicle and taken legal action against its driver following a series of reckless traffic violations captured in a viral social media video. Brigadier Juma Salem bin Suwaidan, Acting Director of the General Department of Traffic, confirmed that p»»»
Arab Parliament Affirms Support for Stability in Yemen, Unity Efforts in Sudan
The Arab Parliament reiterated its strong and unwavering support for the security and stability of Yemen. It emphasized that prioritizing dialogue, understanding, and wisdom is essential to serve the best interests of the Yemeni people. In a statement issued on Friday, the parliament highlighted th»»»
G20 Talks in US to Focus on Economics, Not Geopolitics – Russian Sherpa
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Economics, not geopolitics, are planned to be discussed at G20 events in the United States, with geopolitical issues reserved solely for foreign ministers' talks, Russia's G20 Sherpa Svetlana Lukash told Sputnik. "Our American colleagues made it clear that the G20 is not a place »»»
Tragedy: Four killed after car drives into train at rail crossing in Hungary
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Saudi Arabia Activates Major Investment Engines With Approval of Special Economic Zone Rules
Saudi Arabia has taken a pivotal step toward strengthening its standing as a global investment destination after the Cabinet approved the regulatory frameworks for four Special Economic Zones (SEZs): Jazan, Ras Al-Khair, King Abdullah Economic City, and the Cloud Computing Special Economic Zone. Th»»»
Belarus to Hold Joint Military Exercises With UAE in 2026
MINSK (Sputnik) - The armed forces of Belarus and the UAE will conduct joint exercises in 2026, Maj. Gen. Valery Revenko, head of the Belarusian Defense Ministry's department of international military cooperation, said. "Intensive international military cooperation of the Armed Forces of the Republ»»»
Trump Says US Will 'Come to Their Rescue' if Iran Kills Protesters
President Donald Trump said Friday that the United States is "locked and loaded" to respond if Iran kills protesters, after cost-of-living demonstrations in the country turned deadly. Protesters and security forces clashed in several Iranian cities Thursday with six reported killed in the first dea»»»
Consumer Protection Commission Has Received Occasional Reports Related to Euro Introduction
“At the moment, our phone lines are quiet. We have received very few isolated reports, mainly concerning refusal to accept payment in euros or refusal to accept payment in leva,” said Alexander Kolyachev, Acting Chair of the Consumer Protection Commission on Bulgarian National Television (BNT). Ove»»»
Norway Puts Ukraine Aid Ahead of Its Own Combat Readiness - Chief of Defense
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Norway prioritizes aid to Ukraine over strengthening its own combat capability and replenishing its weapons stockpiles, Norwegian Chief of Defense Eirik Kristoffersen said. "Right now, it's more important to support Ukraine than to have absolutely everything necessary in stockpil»»»
Iran arrests 30 people in Malard during economic protests
Iranian authorities arrested 30 people in Malard, west of Tehran, on January 2 for disrupting public order during protests over the country's economic crisis, the city's deputy political governor announced. The arrests fol»»»
Germany's Bavaria party plans mass Syrian deportations in 2026
Germany's Christian Social Union in Bavaria is working to tighten immigration laws and rapidly deport most Syrian migrants following the end of the civil war in Syria, according to a leaked document from the party's parliamentary faction. »»»
Trump warns US 'locked and loaded' over Iran protest crackdown
United States President Donald Trump warned Iran that America would intervene if the country violently suppresses ongoing protests, declaring the US military is "locked and loaded and ready to go" in a social media post on January 2 »»»
Israel loses 211,000 citizens in mass exodus under Netanyahu government
Israel recorded net emigration of 144,270 people during the three years of Benjamin Netanyahu's current government, with 211,439 Israelis leaving the country whilst only 67,200 returned, according to data from the Central Bureau of Statistics. »»»
Israel loses 211,000 citizens in mass exodus under Netanyahu government
Israel recorded net emigration of 144,270 people during the three years of Benjamin Netanyahu's current government, with 211,439 Israelis leaving the country whilst only 67,200 returned, according to data from the Central Bureau of Statistics. »»»
Iran arrests 30 people in Malard during economic protests
Iranian authorities arrested 30 people in Malard, west of Tehran, on January 2 for disrupting public order during protests over the country's economic crisis, the city's deputy political governor announced. The arrests fol»»»
Germany's Bavaria party plans mass Syrian deportations in 2026
Germany's Christian Social Union in Bavaria is working to tighten immigration laws and rapidly deport most Syrian migrants following the end of the civil war in Syria, according to a leaked document from the party's parliamentary faction. »»»
EAD study highlights Abu Dhabi’s role in global bird migration
Abu Dhabi: The coloured-ring bird-banding programme run by the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has delivered strong scientific results, helping identify more than 560 birds and assess their health. The data has allowed researchers to track migration routes across multiple regions, confirming A»»»
Satellite image shows Lemnos blanketed in snow after New Year’s storm
A striking satellite image captured Thursday by the European Sentinel-2 satellite shows the entire island of Lemnos (Limnos) in the Northern Aegean blanketed in snow, an unusual sight for the region. Heavy snowfall fell across many islands in the North Aegean from the evening of December 31 into th»»»
Travel alert: Expect crowds at UAE airports as tourism peaks, schools reopen
Dubai: UAE airports are seeing a surge in incoming passengers amid peak tourism season and as residents return home after the winter holidays, ahead of school reopening next week. Airlines are flagging January 2 to 5 as peak days for UAE-bound travel, with heavy arrivals expected across major hubs,»»»
Lebanon PM Pledges State Authority, Vows to End Israeli Attacks
Lebanon’s Prime Minister Nawaf Salam has pledged to press ahead with reforms, extend the authority of the state, and work to end Israeli attacks and remove the occupation, even as Israel signals preparations for a “measured” military action against Hezbollah. In a New Year message posted on X, Sala»»»
Syrian official praises Qatar’s support as Damascus advances anti-corruption efforts
DAMASCUS: Syria has expressed its deep gratitude to Qatar — its leadership, government, and people — for their unlimited support to the Syrian people and their role in fostering cooperation between Syrian institutions and their international counterparts, according to Engineer Amer Al Ali, Chairman»»»
Lebanese scholar Charbel Dagher wins 2025 Great Arab Minds Award for literature and arts
Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, announced the winner of the Great Arab Minds Award in Literature and Arts, naming Lebanese scholar Charbel Dagher as the 2025 recipient. In a message posted on X, Sheikh Moham»»»
Hadi De Carrere rallies late to claim Umm Al Zubar Cup
DOHA: Hadi De Carrere produced a strong late surge to claim the feature Umm Al Zubar Cup, the Purebred Arabian Open Allowance Race, at the 31st Al Rayyan Race Meeting, prevailing in a dramatic finish at Al Rayyan Racecourse yesterday. The gelding was positioned handily throughout before being asked»»»
Bulgarian INSAIT Ranks 13th in Europe, Surpassing Oxford, London and Berlin
The Institute of Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence and Technology (INSAIT) at Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski" has achieved a remarkable position in Europe, securing 13th place according to CSRankings, a global ranking system for universities and research institutes in computer scien»»»
Most Bulgarians Support Election Law Changes, Fewer Favor Paper Ballots
A recent Myara survey indicates that most Bulgarians favor changes to the electoral system ahead of upcoming elections. About 74% of respondents support legislative reform, while 22.6% oppose it. When it comes to voting methods, 42.4% prefer machine-only voting, 35.2% favor a combination of machine»»»
Abu Dhabi to launch comprehensive youth strategy to support young families in 2026
Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi is set to unveil a comprehensive Youth Strategy in 2026, aimed at supporting young families and strengthening the extended family. Mugheer Khamis Al Khaili, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Department of Community Development, said significant progress has already been made this year »»»
Man fined in Abu Dhabi for selling falcon he did not own
Abu Dhabi: An Abu Dhabi court has ordered a man to pay Dh18,000 in compensation after selling a falcon he did not legally own, ruling that the transaction amounted to a clear civil wrong. The Abu Dhabi Family, Civil and Administrative Cases Court heard that the claimant filed a civil lawsuit seekin»»»
World’s best riders target glory as H H The Father Amir’s Prix begins
DOHA: The inaugural H H The Father Amir’s Prix gets underway today with riders from across the world set to compete for top honours at Al Shaqab’s Longines Arena. The opening ceremony of the prestigious event is scheduled to begin at 5:30pm, with organisers promising a dazzling start to the month-l»»»
Behind Taiwan’s AI-driven economic boom, ordinary people see little gain
TAIPEI: As Taiwan is seeing an economic boom fueled by its advantage in artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure supply to the rapidly expanding global market, statistics reflecting ordinary people’s lives on the island tell a different story. The island’s authority for budget, accounting and st»»»
Aviation sector soars ahead with significant breakthroughs in 2025
DOHA: Qatar’s aviation sector reached a defining moment, marked by innovation, resilience, and renewed growth in 2025. From technological advancements to expanded global connectivity, the industry demonstrated significant strides. Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA) highlighted the significant mi»»»
Braving the cold, swimmers across Europe dive into 2026
Dubai: Swimmers across Europe welcomed 2026 by plunging into icy seas, rivers and lakes as part of the traditional New Year’s Day dip, a ritual that combines celebration, resilience and community spirit. From coastal towns to major cities, participants of all ages gathered early on January 1, many »»»
Yemen province launches 'peaceful' bid to take back bases after separatist advance
Yemen's Hadramawt province has launched an operation to "peacefully" take back military sites after a sweeping advance by UAE-backed separatists, its governor said on Friday. "This operation is not a declaration of war, nor an attempt to escalate tensions," Salem Al-Khanbashi said in a statement re»»»
16-year-old hospitalized after accidental shooting in Preveza
A 16-year-old boy was hospitalized in critical condition after suffering a severe head injury when a hunting rifle accidentally discharged in a village in the Ziros municipality in Preveza, northwestern Greece, authorities said. According to state broadcaster ERT, the teenager was taken to the Univ»»»
Martyrs Rise in Gaza Amid Continued Israeli Ceasefire Violations
On the 84th day of the truce, Israeli occupation forces persisted in violating the ceasefire agreement across the Gaza Strip, resulting in new casualties and escalating military incursions. Breaking | Four Palestinians are injured by Israeli occupation fire in separate areas near the “Austrian Ceme»»»
At least 7 killed in widening Iran protests
Widening demonstrations sparked by Iran's ailing economy spread Thursday into the Islamic Republic's rural provinces, with at least seven people being killed in the first fatalities reported among security forces and protesters, authorities said. The deaths may mark the start of a heavier-handed re»»»
UAE expands Dh320 health insurance to 380 providers for private workers
Dubai: The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) has announced a significant expansion in the number of healthcare providers offering the UAE’s basic health insurance package for private sector workers and domestic helpers, raising the total to 380 providers nationwide, up from 100 »»»
Partly cloudy weather on Friday
Tunis, January 2 (TAP) – The sky will be partly cloudy on Friday across all regions of the country, with maximum temperatures around 13 degrees in the West and between 16 and 21 degrees elsewhere, according to the National Institute of Meteorology...»»»
On This Day, Jan. 2: West Virginia coal mine explosion kills 12 - UPI.com
On Jan. 2, 2006, 12 men were killed in a methane gas explosion in a coal mine in West Virginia's Upshur County. 1 of 5 | Workers from United Drilling Inc. operate drilling equipment in attempts to drill an observation hole into a shaft where 13 trapped coal miners miners are believed to be in Tallm»»»
MES Indian School hosts fun day for staff
DOHA: In a vibrant celebration of camaraderie, MES Indian School successfully hosted Admin Fun Day, a recreational staff programme, on December 27, 2025, at Al Kaaban Park and Al Ghariya Beach. The event aimed to foster team spirit, well-being and solidarity among staff members through a well-curat»»»
17th Marmi Festival 2026 opens with Hadd Al Tahaddi Championship
DOHA: The 17th edition of the Qatar International Falcons and Hunting Festival (Marmi 2026) kicked off yesterday at the Marmi Sabkha in the Sealine area, under the patronage of H E Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al-Thani, and will continue until the 24th of the current month. The festival, organised by the»»»
Bhavan’s Public School to commence operations at new campus in Abu Hamour
DOHA: Bhavan’s Public School has announced the soft opening of its prestigious new campus in Abu Hamour on Monday, January 5, 2026, following the successful completion of the project last month. The Chairman, J K Menon and the Board of Directors stated that with the commencement of operations at th»»»
Türkiye Plans First Overseas Deepwater Drilling in Somalia Next Month
Türkiye will send a drilling vessel to Somalia in February to carry out the country's first deepwater exploration project abroad, Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar said. He said the operation with the Cagri Bey vessel will focus on offshore areas in Somali waters but did not provide detail»»»
UAE's ICP rolls out 15 ‘Zero Bureaucracy’ initiatives to streamline services
Abu Dhabi: The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) has launched 15 development projects as part of the second phase of the “Zero Bureaucracy” programme, aiming to simplify procedures, reduce paperwork, and provide both customers and staff with faster, more d»»»
Dh108,000 fine per unfilled job: UAE moves to penalise companies missing Emiratisation targets
Dubai: The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation has begun enforcing financial contributions on private-sector companies that failed to meet Emiratisation targets for 2025, imposing a charge of Dh108,000 for each Emirati national not hired, as part of efforts to ensure compliance with natio»»»
Bunyan Student Centre holds winter camp with 300 participants
DOHA: The “I am Seven and I Will Pray” programme recently concluded as part of the Bunyan Winter Camp activities. Held at Granada Preparatory School for Girls over four days from Sunday to Wednesday, the programme was conducted in both Arabic and English with the participation of 300 male and femal»»»
Awqaf Ministry concludes Spring Quran Memorisation and Revision Programme
DOHA: The Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs, represented by the Department of Da‘wah and Religious Guidance, has concluded the Spring Quran Memorisation and Revision Programme for 2025, which was hosted across several major mosques in the country and witnessed wide participation by students. Th»»»
Digital transformation enhances Medical Commission Services
DOHA: A Laboratory Specialist at the Medical Commission Department of the Ministry of Public Health (MoPH), Fatima Ahmed Al Sulaiti highlighted the key services offered by the Medical Commission and the role of digital transformation in improving procedures and enhancing the experience for visitors»»»