Gulf News 13m

Ready, set, race! 65 Sharjah Police personnel take on the track

400m, 800m and 1,500m races help identify talent for future UAE competitions Sharjah: Sixty-five Sharjah Police personnel took to the track to compete in the force’s first athletics championship, with races held over 400 metres, 800 metres and 1,500 metres. The championship was organised by the Sha»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 16m

World Bank Group Report Outlines Ways for Bulgaria to Adapt to Demographic Change

Bulgaria can respond to its shrinking and ageing population while building on gains in health, education and labour market participation, a World Bank Group report said on Monday. The report was prepared as part of a project to assess Bulgaria’s National Strategy for Demographic Development. The pr»»»

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Sana 33m

U.S. Treasury yield curve nears inversion as rate expectations rise

New York, Sept. 28 (SANA) The closely watched gap between two-year and 10-year U.S. Treasury yields is moving closer to inversion, a development historically associated with economic slowdowns, as investors bet on further Federal Reserve rate hikes, Bloomberg reported Monday. The gap narrowed to 17»»»

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Gulf News 37m

Sheikh Hamdan shares Etihad Rail ticket for Dubai-Abu Dhabi journey on Snapchat

Etihad Rail set to link Dubai’s Al Yalayis and Abu Dhabi’s MBZ City from Wednesday Dubai: The Dubai Crown Prince shared his Etihad Rail ticket on Snapchat, showing a journey between the two emirates ahead of the launch of passenger services from Dubai. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Makto»»»

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Gulf News 37m

Umm Al Quwain industrial park breaks ground in manufacturing push

The project aims to strengthen local manufacturing and integrate advanced technologies Umm Al Quwain: Work has begun on the first phase of a new industrial park in Umm Al Quwain that aims to strengthen local manufacturing and integrate advanced technologies into products developed in the UAE for do»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 40m

Large Fire Threatens Houses in Sliven

A spreading fire in the eastern parts of Sliven has prompted local authorities to activate the BG-ALERT emergency warning system. Strong winds are raising concerns that the fire could spread to the city’s residential outskirts. Firefighting teams have been deployed to the scene and are taking measu»»»

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Novinite 45m

Sofia-Burgas Route to Run Three Times a Week This WinterOpinions

Bulgaria Air will maintain flights between Sofia and Burgas throughout the 2026/2027 winter season, with the first winter-schedule service departing on October 25, the national carrier said. The route will operate three times a week, with flights scheduled for Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. Bulg»»»

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Al Manar 47m

Moscow Advises Washington to Focus on Peaceful Solutions with Tehran3 hours ago - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Moscow Advises Washington to Focus on Peaceful Solutions with Tehran3 hours ago 28-09-2026 15:55 PM Russia’s Permanent Representative to In»»»

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Naharnet 48m

Surging oil prices drag US futures lower as Trump rejects Iranian proposal

Surging crude prices are dragging on U.S. futures after President Donald Trump rejectedIran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Iran had offered to reopen the strait and resume talks on its nuclear program if the U.S. lifts its naval blockade of Iranian ports, waives sanctions on Iranian oil»»»

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US sanctions on Iran's aviation industry make travel less predictable as countries cancel flights

BusinessAsiaCan US sanctions ground Iran's aviation industry?Amir SoltanzadehThe threat of secondary US sanctions is putting pressure on airports, fuel suppliers and aviation companies that service Iranian airlines. Some countries have already canceled flights. https://p.dw.com/p/5NOx2Mahan Air has»»»

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Arab News 55m

Iran link examined as UK police quiz five men held at air base used by US

FAIRFORD, England: British police were questioning five men on Monday on suspicion of explosives and terrorism offenses after their detention near an air base used by the US ​to strike Iran. Officers seized the men in the early hours of Sunday after a tip-off that three large white vans were headin»»»

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Gulf News 59m

Buying a car in the UAE? These brands may hold their value better

Toyota retained 65% of vehicle value, ahead of Lexus, RAM, Nissan and Honda Dubai: Toyota vehicles retained the highest share of their value among major brands analysed in the UAE used-car market, according to new data from dubizzle Cars. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balance»»»

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Gulf News 59m

Cornell sexual assault case reopened after lawsuit raises new questions

Prosecutors plan to put allegations involving seven fraternity members before a grand jury New York prosecutors have reopened an investigation into allegations that a former Cornell University student was drugged and sexually assaulted by members of a fraternity in 2024, nearly two years after the »»»

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Gulf News 1h

Inside a UAE's private art collection valued at $3.3 billion with three Frida Kahlos

Sheikha Somayeh Noor's collection spans Picasso, Kahlo, Velázquez and the Kaaba's Kiswah Dubai: There is a villa on Jumeirah Road where a Picasso hangs a few steps from a Francis Bacon, and where you will be stopped in front of a bronze dancer and asked to look at her eyes. Noor Royal Collection is»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Abu Dhabi residential project handed over 14 months early

Masdar City development adds 111 homes as project is completed well ahead of schedule Abu Dhabi: A new residential development in Abu Dhabi’s Masdar City has been handed over 14 months ahead of schedule, adding 111 homes to the growing sustainable urban community. Ville 11, located at the entrance »»»

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Gulf News 1h

How safe do you feel in Sharjah? Join the 2026 safety survey

Residents can join the survey at malls and enter a draw for home safety kits Sharjah : Sharjah Civil Defence has launched the second edition of its 2026 sense of safety survey, inviting residents and visitors to share their views and experiences on safety across the emirate. The initiative is being»»»

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Arab News 1h

Autodesk: AI could unlock new wave of growth for Saudi construction sector

RIYADH: Artificial intelligence could drive a new wave of growth in Saudi Arabia’s construction sector by increasing capacity, analyzing fragmented project data and helping engineers focus on higher-value decisions, according to Autodesk’s head of construction and manufacturing for the Middle East »»»

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The Peninsula 1h

What to eat to get better sleep, according to new research

Want to sleep better tonight? Consider eating plenty of nutrient-dense plant foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans, nuts and olive oil. That’s one of the major takeaways from a new study published in the journal Nature Health that examined how the foods people ate during the day impact»»»

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Al Majalla 1h

Morocco expands ties with Israel: why now?

On 16 November, Israel’s El Al will launch direct flights to Morocco through its leisure subsidiary, Sun d’Or. Earlier this month, Israir resumed operations to Marrakech, while Arkia ran several flights in August. Sources say around 20,000 tickets have already been booked for travel to Morocco over»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Pakistan urges global action as AI reshapes crime threats

Envoy seeks stronger global action on AI crime, drugs, trafficking and money laundering Abu Dhabi: The rapid rise of artificial intelligence and other digital technologies is creating new challenges for governments fighting cross-border crime, Pakistan warned at a major UN gathering in Abu Dhabi, c»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

Qatar lays foundation stone for its pavilion at International Horticultural Exhibition in Japan

TOKYO: The State of Qatar held the foundation stone laying ceremony for its pavilion project at the International Horticultural Exhibition 'GREEN×EXPO 2027'in Yokohama, Japan, marking the start of the project's implementation phase, as part of the State's preparations to participate in this interna»»»

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RT 1h

Trump left Saudi Arabia to face Houthis alone – Mearsheimer to RT (VIDEO)

US President Donald Trump has effectively abandoned Saudi Arabia, a key ally in the Middle East, leaving it to face “almost a full-blown war” with Yemen’s Houthis, political scientist and University of Chicago Professor John Mearsheimer said in an interview with RT. Hostilities between Riyadh and t»»»

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RT 1h

South Korea demands apology from Zelensky

South Korea has demanded an official explanation and apology from Ukraine over Vladimir Zelensky’s disclosure of a secret transfer of two North Korean prisoners of war captured in Russia, accusing Kiev of breaking a confidentiality agreement and then falsely denying that it existed. Seoul’s preside»»»

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Tanjug 1h

Vucic: I will be spending much time with citizens, time to fight for successful Serbia

BELGRADE - Aleksandar Vucic, who leads the Aleksandar Vucic-United Serbia electoral list, said on Monday that, from now on, he would be spending much time with the citizens to hear what they had to say, and noted that it was time to fight for a "decent and normal Serbia, a Serbia of successes and v»»»

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Gulf News 1h

"Meet a real pilot": How Ru'ya 2026 is turning career dreams into conversations

Ru'ya 2026 opens with optimism as employers and young Emiratis meet face to face Dubai: As young Emiratis walked into the halls of Dubai World Trade Centre for Ru'ya 2026, the mood was cheerful, aspirational and one with much hope. Students and young professionals were rushing to booths of organiza»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

AIIB Board of Governors' 11th Annual Meeting begins in Doha

Doha, Qatar: Under the auspices and in the presence of Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, the 11th Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) commenced Monday morning under the theme»»»

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France24 1h

Ethiopia accuses Eritrea, Sudan of backing Tigray rebels amid clashes

Ethiopia’s army chief accused Eritrea and Sudan on Sunday of backing armed groups fighting federal troops, as clashes with Tigrayan rebels intensified. The Tigray People’s Liberation Front said it was waging a “defensive war” and seized airports. A humanitarian source said rebels captured the Afar »»»

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France24 1h

Thousands evacuated amid Bangkok floods

Rain is easing in Thailand’s capital, but flooding continues in several low-lying areas. Thousands of people have been forced into temporary shelters after the government declared Bangkok a disaster zone on Saturday. At least eight people have died over the past 10 days as heavy rains caused widesp»»»

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Arab News 1h

Manila plans new attaches in Middle East to help Filipinos facing cybercrime

MANILA: The Philippines’ top investigative agency is preparing to deploy personnel to the country’s diplomatic posts, starting from the Middle East, to help overseas Filipino workers who are increasingly falling prey to cyberfraud. National Bureau of Investigation director Melvin Matibag told a Sen»»»

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Sana 1h

Qatar-linked LNG tanker traffic through Strait of Hormuz picks up

Singapore, Sept. 28 (SANA) Qatar-linked liquefied natural gas tankers are increasingly moving through the Strait of Hormuz after traffic largely disappeared in August amid the U.S.-Iran conflict, according to shipping data cited by Reuters. Both laden and empty LNG carriers linked to QatarEnergy ha»»»

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Gulf News 1h

UAE Filipinos can now send money straight to GCash through Botim

New service lets UAE users send remittances directly to GCash wallets in the Philippines Dubai: Filipinos in the UAE can now send money directly to GCash wallets in the Philippines through Botim, following a new partnership between the two digital finance platforms. Sign up for our daily business n»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Five killed, three injured as Egyptian police raid armed gang in Giza

Police say 10 member gang seized farmland and extorted owners at gunpoint in October City Dubai: Five suspected gang members were killed and three wounded in a shootout with Egyptian police during a raid on an armed criminal group operating from farmland in Giza governorate, the Interior Ministry c»»»

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24 News Agency 1h

About 9 billion soms planned to be spent on fuel for Bishkek HPP - | 24.KG

To get through the 2026–2027 heating season, the Bishkek Heating and Power Plant (HPP) needs to stockpile 1.52 million tonnes of coal and 1,000 tonnes of fuel oil, as well as use 75.2 million cubic meters of gas. The City Hall informed 24.kg news agency. City authorities stated that imported D-grad»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Japanese convenience store enlists Lady Gaga to bolster recruitment

Tokyo: Japanese convenience store chain FamilyMart has enlisted Lady Gaga for a recruitment campaign, convincing the pop icon to trade vocal registers for cash registers in an effort to plug staffing shortages at thousands of outlets. The global star appeared in a stylish black-and-white video for »»»

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Gulf News 1h

Dubai Police arrest 22 after gang targets motorists for money

Organised gang posed as stranded travellers to solicit cash on busy Dubai roads Dubai: A 22-member begging gang has been arrested after Dubai Police received a tip-off about individuals stopping motorists on major roads and asking for money, claiming they needed fares to travel. The report, submitt»»»

Gulf News 1h

Should you get another degree? Experts at Gulf News LevelUP explain what matters

They highlight when to pursue a degree, certification or AI skills for career growth The question facing professionals is no longer simply whether to pursue another degree, but which qualification can deliver tangible career value. Educators at Gulf News LevelUP said professionals should weigh an M»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Higher College of Technology recognises 130 winners at HCT Skills 2026

Competition showcases Emirati students’ future-ready skills and innovation Abu Dhabi-The Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT) has announced the winners of the second edition of "HCT Skills 2026" during a ceremony held at HCT's Dubai Academic City campus. The ceremony honoured 130 winning students ac»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Inside a UAE's private art collection valued at $3.3 billion with three Fridah Kahlos

Sheikha Somayeh Noor's collection spans Picasso, Kahlo, Velázquez and the Kaaba's Kiswah Dubai: There is a villa on Jumeirah Road where a Picasso hangs a few steps from a Francis Bacon, and where you will be stopped in front of a bronze dancer and asked to look at her eyes. Noor Royal Collection is»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Kalba’s first Jashe and Sahnah Festival draws 45,000 visitors, hits Dh1 million sales

Inaugural Jashe and Sahnah Festival beats visitor target fourfold, boosts local producers Dubai: Kalba’s inaugural Jashe and Sahnah Festival generated Dh1 million in sales and attracted more than 45,000 visitors over four days, highlighting the commercial potential of turning traditional food and m»»»

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Arab News 2h

Trump offered to sell arms to China: US ambassador to Fox News

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump offered to sell arms to Beijing in response to concern over weapons sales to Taiwan, the US ambassador to China said in a Fox News interview that aired Sunday. China claims Taiwan is part of its territory, and US arms sales to the self-ruled island have long be»»»

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Arab News 2h

‘Struggling to eat’: Survivors suffer after Indonesia quake

Nagekeo: Sahria Lelu and her family were still living in a tent outside a mosque six weeks after a powerful earthquake that killed dozens in Indonesia, demonstrating the hard road home for thousands of survivors. The 7.7-magnitude quake near Flores island on August 15 damaged tens of thousands of h»»»

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Arab News 2h

Heavy rain and flooding kill at least 62 in northern India

LUCKNOW, India: At least 62 people have died after days of heavy rain and flooding in northern India’s Uttar Pradesh state, officials said Monday. The state government said 46 people were injured and more than 1,000 houses were damaged after three days of heavy rainfall caused flooding in several d»»»

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Arab News 2h

Pakistan says issued demarche to Kabul’s embassy over Afghan airspace violation

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan issued a demarche to the Afghan embassy in Islamabad over what it described as Afghanistan’s violation of Pakistani airspace last week, the Pakistani foreign ministry said on Monday, amid heightened tensions between the two countries. Tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan ha»»»

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Arab News 2h

Frankly Speaking: Can the UN uphold international law when powerful states break it?

RIYADH: Some of the world’s most powerful countries are violating international law while sitting on the Security Council, the UN secretary-general’s spokesperson has said, arguing that reform is needed to make the body more credible and representative. Appearing on the Arab News’ current affairs p»»»

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Arab News 2h

Qassim reuses date palm by-products

RIYADH: Date palm and date by-products are being reused for crafts and industrial production, creating investment opportunities, reducing waste, and supporting circular-economy goals, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Sunday. Palm and date residues in the Qassim region are increasingly viewed as r»»»

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Arab News 2h

New road lanes in Makkah cut travel times

JEDDAH: New lanes have been opened on the Third Ring Road and Prince Saud Al-Faisal Road in Makkah, reducing travel times on affected routes by more than 90 percent, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The Third Ring Road opening includes an additional 1.5 km section connecting the Prince Mutib and Gr»»»

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Arab News 2h

How war and displacement are driving child marriage in Gaza

LONDON: As Gaza dominates discussions for yet another year at the UN General Assembly in New York, newly published UN reports warn of growing threats to women and girls in Gaza, where displacement, hunger and the breakdown of public services are increasing their vulnerability to abuse and forced ma»»»

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Arab News 2h

Syria says sending imported petrol to Iraq

DAMASCUS: Syria said on Sunday that it had begun delivering imported petrol to Iraq this week, months after Baghdad began exporting its oil via Syria when the Middle East war disrupted the Strait of Hormuz. “The Syrian Petroleum Company has begun transporting petrol imported for Iraq through the Ba»»»

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Arab News 2h

Power cuts, rubble: millions come home to find Sudan’s capital unlivable

KHARTOUM: They came home to a war-ruined city determined to rebuild their lives, but a chronic lack of power, water, jobs and medicine has left many residents of Sudan’s capital wishing they had stayed away. About four million people fled Khartoum after war broke out between the army and a paramili»»»

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Arab News 2h

Syria arrests Assad-era general over alleged role in 2011 Saida Housing massacre

DAMASCUS: The Syrian Arab Republic’s Internal Security Forces have arrested Brig. Gen. Jaber Mehrez Ibrahim, a former commander of the 138th Air Defense Brigade under the ousted Bashar Assad regime. The Syrian Arab News Agency reported that Ibrahim was detained after a “precise surveillance and tra»»»

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