Putin, Trump and Xi Could Meet at APEC Summit in China - Kremlin
The possibility of a Putin-Trump-Xi meeting at the APEC summit in China has been raised during Russia-US contacts. A meeting between the presidents of Russia, China, and the United States could take place on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in China, as such a po»»»
Kyrgyz Republic presents Tamchy SFIT at AIM Congress in Dubai as gateway to Central Asia for foreign capital
Delegation’s agenda included meetings with government agency representatives and more The Tamchy Special Financial Investment Territory (Tamchy SFIT) partnered with the 15th annual AIM Congress investment forum, which is being held September 7–9 in Dubai (UAE). The delegation from the Kyrgyz Republ»»»
Shelton stuns Alcaraz in 3:34 am US Open finish, Sabalenka battles on
New York: Ben Shelton stunned holder Carlos Alcaraz in an epic US Open quarter-final that ended at 3:34 am Wednesday, breaking the record for the latest finish in Flushing Meadows history. The big-hitting Shelton won 6-7 (5/7), 6-1, 6-3, 1-6, 7-6 (10/7) on Arthur Ashe stadium in a 4hr 28min classic»»»
Majid Al Futtaim posts record results as Dh100 billion development pipeline advances
Dh2.8 billion in construction contracts awarded as development revenue rises 38% Dubai: Majid Al Futtaim reported record first-half EBITDA of Dh2.5 billion, up 11 per cent year-on-year, as the Dubai-based group stepped up investment across a development pipeline worth more than Dh100 billion. Sign »»»
How did 5 orangutans end up in an Odisha forest? A black SUV may hold a clue
Critically endangered apes found thousands of kilometres from their natural habitat Dubai: Five young orangutans worth potentially more than Rs10 million on the illegal exotic-animal market have mysteriously turned up in an Odisha forest — thousands of kilometres from their natural habitat — trigge»»»
Anthropic and OpenAI under fire as ex-staffer and safety chief warn AI could ‘kill all humans’ without global controls
Departing researcher says tech giants ‘gambling with our lives’ on superintelligence San Francisco: An artificial intelligence researcher who left OpenAI to join Anthropic has decided to leave the industry, accusing both US companies of “playing with our lives” in the race to develop AI models capa»»»
Iran publishes video of advanced US sea drone it seized
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has announced the seizure of “one of the most modern, unmanned, and smart submarines” in the possession of the US military. The Pentagon downplayed the incident, saying it was an old drone without any sensitive equipment. On Tuesday, the IRGC publishe»»»
Families grieve in ruins of Iranian school where US strike killed dozens of children
The sun set over this southern Iranian city, and Heydar Sadeghi was where he can be found almost every evening: on a bench next to the shattered remains of his grandson's school. His face was soaked with tears. A banner strung around the rubble showed the faces of children and teachers killed here »»»
President of Cooperative Republic of Guyana meets Prime Minister
Doha, Qatar: President of the Cooperative Republic of Guyana HE Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali met on Wednesday HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, at his residence in Doha. During the meeting, they reviewed cooperative relations between t»»»
Why Dubai is becoming a key gateway for ASEAN businesses
Business leaders say Dubai can connect Southeast Asian companies with UAE, wider markets Dubai: Dubai is emerging as a key gateway for businesses from Southeast Asia seeking to enter the UAE and expand into the wider Middle East, Africa, and Europe, according to business leaders from the ASEAN Busi»»»
Dubai to fit waste collection vehicles with weight sensors
Sensors, new tracking app are part of a wider push to improve collection and recycling Twenty-five years after Clean UAE began as a street clean-up drive, the entities behind it say the focus will now also be on stopping people from calling it waste in the first place – a shift backed by new techno»»»
Sharjah coastal heritage network added to Unesco Tentative List
Dibba Al-Hisn, Khor Fakkan and Khor Kalba form a 2,000-year-old maritime network Sharjah: A historic coastal network linking Dibba Al-Hisn, Khor Fakkan and Khor Kalba has been added to UNESCO’s Tentative List for World Heritage, strengthening Sharjah’s presence on the global heritage map. The Sharj»»»
Cyberattack ruled out in UK air traffic glitch as more flights axed
London: UK air travellers faced more misery Wednesday with 177 flights scrapped across the country, as Britain's air traffic control service scrambled to recover from a technical glitch which it ruled out as a cyberattack. Aircraft tracking website FlightRadar24 revealed the fresh cancellations aft»»»
Iran Introduces No-Shipping Zone East of Strait of Hormuz - Report
TEHRAN (Sputnik) - Iran is imposing a no-shipping zone east of the Strait of Hormuz, and vessels must coordinate with Tehran to pass through it, Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) spokesman Hossein Mohebbi said on Wednesday. "The closed area starts from the port of Chabahar all the way to cer»»»
What's new at Abu Dhabi Book Fair 2026 for Emirati writers?
The Ministry will also announce new cultural projects and agreements during the fair Two new initiatives aimed at supporting reading and Emirati writers will be launched during the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2026, which opens on September 13 with around 1,500 events and exhibitors from 95 co»»»
Qatar steps up national fight against human trafficking
Doha, Qatar: Qatar is stepping up its efforts to detect, investigate, prevent and combat human trafficking through a coordinated national framework focused on prevention, victim protection, prosecution and stronger cooperation between government institutions and international partners. An official »»»
CEC increases maximum number of voters per polling station to 4,000 - | 24.KG
The Central Commission for Elections and Referendums of Kyrgyzstan (CEC) amended its resolution of July 28, 2025, No. 41, «On Approval of the Regulations on Managing the Schemes and Boundaries of Electoral Districts and Polling Stations.» Under the approved regulations, the maximum number of voters»»»
Moscow Medical Technologies Showcased at Exhibition in New Delhi
Moscow-based industrial companies are taking part in the international Pharma MachTech LabNext Expo 2026 exhibition, where the capital is presenting products from leading medical enterprises at the Made in Moscow pavilion, Moscow Deputy Mayor for Transport and Industry Maxim Liksutov said. Among th»»»
UAE corporate tax audits put transfer pricing records under the microscope
Businesses face closer scrutiny of related-party deals, records and tax evidence In the UAE, corporate tax and transfer pricing are no longer back-office filing matters. The Federal Tax Authority has placed clear emphasis on arm’s length pricing, related-party and connected person transactions, and»»»
UAE unveils new higher education rules and licensing framework
UAE ministry holds forum to explain new higher education rules and strengthen its sector Abu Dhabi, UAE: The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research today held the first forum in its Future of Higher Education Dialogues series in Abu Dhabi, bringing together more than 200 officials and»»»
Dubai Holding awards Dh5 billion construction contracts for new HQ, Jumeirah Residences Emirates Towers
New headquarters and 754 luxury residences are set to transform a prime Dubai address Dubai: Dubai Holding has awarded a Dh5 billion construction contract to China State Construction Engineering Corporation Middle East (CSCEC ME) to build its new headquarters and Jumeirah Residences Emirates Towers»»»
Qatar strongly condemns renewed Iranian attacks against Jordan
Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar strongly condemned the renewed attacks by the Islamic Republic of Iran against the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, considering them a flagrant violation of its sovereignty and territorial integrity, and a blatant breach of international law, the Charter of the United Na»»»
Cybersecurity risk shifts to identities, privileges and AI agents
Compromised credentials can turn a device breach into a wider business crisis The foundation for almost all cybersecurity strategies focuses heavily on protecting devices. Organizations inventory laptops, patch servers, deploy endpoint protection, manage smartphones, configure firewalls, and monito»»»
15 tips for Dubai parents from KHDA's webinar on positive parenting
Dubai Foundation for Women and Children’s expert offers tips for making kids resilient Dubai: Dubai's Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), working with the Dubai Foundation for Women and Children (DFWAC), hosted a webinar on positive parenting, led by clinical and rehabilitation psycho»»»
Travellers in UK face ongoing disruption after air traffic control glitch
Flights from British airports began to resume Wednesday after a glitch in the country's air traffic control service left hundreds of thousands of passengers stranded. Authorities warned that travellers would continue to experience delays as airlines scrambled to recover from the outage. UK travelle»»»
Egypt discovers 4,300-year-old tomb of ancient judge at Saqqara necropolis
Tomb of official Yunmen contains vivid reliefs still preserving original colours Dubai: An Egyptian-Spanish archaeological mission has uncovered a 4,300-year-old tomb at the Saqqara necropolis belonging to an ancient Egyptian judge responsible for hearing public grievances during the reign of Fifth»»»
Shiites need guarantees to disarm, al-Khatib reportedly told Issa
The Head of the Higher Islamic Shiite Council, Sheikh Ali al-Khatib, told U.S. Ambassador Michel Issa that Lebanon's Shiite community did not take up arms by choice, but out of necessity to confront Israeli occupation, Al-Liwaa newspaper reported Wednesday. During their Tuesday meeting, Khatib reje»»»
Ministry of Labour launches phase one of 'Moawen' platform for domestic worker recruitment
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Labour today launched the first phase of the 'Moawen' Platform for Domestic Worker Recruitment, a major digital initiative aimed at bringing greater transparency, efficiency and oversight to the domestic worker recruitment sector. By harnessing advanced digital solution»»»
Media Review: September 9
Discussions on the candidates in the October 25 presidential elections dominate the media on Wednesday. PRESIDENTIAL ELECTIONS On Nova Television’s morning show, Prof. Georgi Lozanov, a member of Gurov and Kandev’s initiative committee, and cultural studies and media expert Prof. Lyubomir Stoykov d»»»
Things to do this weekend in Qatar (September 10-12, 2026)
Doha, Qatar: Explore Doha this weekend, with the city packed with events and activities to see and do such as live shows and family-friendly activities to cultural experiences, entertainment and more. Gather your friends and family, head out and make the most of the weekend in Doha. S'hail - Katara»»»
MoPH reports high compliance with food safety requirements in Qatar
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Public Health announced the results of implementing the National Food Monitoring and Surveillance Plan for the first half of 2026, which aims to enhance food safety and protect consumers’ health in the State of Qatar through ongoing surveillance and laboratory analysis »»»
Croatia invests €5.2bn in water management as climate risks grow
Croatia has invested €5.2bn in water management since 2016 as climate change brings more frequent droughts and floods and increases pressure on water resources, Prime Minister Andrej Plenković said on September 8. Plenković said climate change was changing the country's approach to water management»»»
Iran Seizes $1M+ Advanced US Navy Underwater Drone in Hormuz, Developer Confirms Loss
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Anduril Dive-LD, the US manufacturer of a military unmanned underwater vehicle captured by Iran, has confirmed the loss of one drone, the TWZ news portal reported on Wednesday. "Dive-LD… is designed from the outset to operate in dangerous environments where loss of the vehicle is»»»
OpenAI says its models solved one of math's hardest problems as researchers cry foul
US tech giant OpenAI on Tuesday said it had solved one of the hardest problems in mathematics with an unreleased artificial intelligence model after just 88 hours – and millions of dollars' worth of computing power. But a US mathematician and a researcher at rival Anthropic allege that OpenAI only »»»
A surprise exception for Hungary: US gives Hungarians visa priority
The United States has resumed processing immigrant visa applications from Hungary and Poland, while applicants from dozens of other countries remain affected by a temporary pause. The unusual move reportedly came directly from the White House. Hungary and Poland given priority In an unexpected deve»»»
Egypt, Dubai chambers discuss boosting joint investments
CEO of the General Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI) Mohamed Awad, and CEO of Dubai Chambers Mohamed Ali Rashed Lootah discussed on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, ways to enhance economic and investment cooperation and support partnerships between Egypt and the UAE. The meeting, attended »»»
Etihad unveils new wellbeing push with quieter cabins and better sleep
From quieter cabins to better sleep and healthier meals, Etihad is putting wellbeing first Abu Dhabi: Etihad Airways has launched a programme bringing together wellness-related services across its airport lounges and aircraft, as the UAE carrier seeks to strengthen its premium travel offering. Sign»»»
Municipality Ministry approves standardization, reduction of minimum plot size for subdividing private residential villa land
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Municipality has approved a decision to standardize and reduce the minimum plot size for subdividing private residential villa lots across the country to 400 square meters. This move aims to enhance land-use efficiency, maximize the utilization of existing infrastructur»»»
Wizz Air signals return to Dubai, Abu Dhabi soon
Wizz Air says Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Jeddah, Amman will return to its network with 12 routes Dubai: Wizz Air has signalled a return to Dubai and Abu Dhabi, announcing on social media that the two UAE cities, along with Jeddah and Amman, will be “coming back” to its network with 12 routes and 49 weekly f»»»
Alcaraz out in latest US Open finish, Sabalenka through on marathon day
New York, USA: Ben Shelton stunned holder Carlos Alcaraz in an epic US Open quarter-final that ended at 3:34 am Wednesday, breaking the record for the latest finish in Flushing Meadows history. The big-hitting Shelton won 6-7 (5/7), 6-1, 6-3, 1-6, 7-6 (10/7) on Arthur Ashe stadium in a 4hr 28min cl»»»
Saudi Arabia urges caution as thunderstorms, heavy rain threaten several regions
Mecca, Jazan, Asir and Al Baha face heavy rain, hail and possible flash floods Dubai: Saudi Arabia’s Civil Defence has urged residents to exercise caution as thunderstorms and heavy rain are forecast across several regions of the Kingdom from Wednesday through Monday, with authorities warning of po»»»
Balikbayan box concerns? New Philippine partnership offers help
Agencies sign agreement to give clearer guidance on customs rules,delivery problems Dubai: Filipinos living abroad, including those regularly sending balikbayan boxes or homecoming packages to their families in the Philippines, will have clearer access to information and government assistance under»»»
Qatar’s Islamic banking sector expands, fuelled by digitalisation and sustainability
DOHA: Qatar's Islamic banking sector continues to demonstrate steady growth, consolidating its position within the national financial system, driven by overall banking sector strength, evolving regulatory frameworks, expanding digital services, and rising demand for sukuk and sustainable finance. T»»»
US turning Australia into staging ground for potential Pacific war – media
The US is turning Australia into a forward base for potential military operations in the Pacific, with American forces and defense contractors controlling or having access to roughly two-thirds of the country’s military facilities, The Guardian reported on Sunday. Citing data compiled by the Nautil»»»
Philippine defence boss slams 'bullying' China after note at forum
Seoul: The Philippine defence chief has accused Beijing of "bullying", alleging he was handed a Chinese note at an international forum that asserted China's expansive claims over contested waters. Secretary Gilberto Teodoro was on stage for a panel discussion at the Seoul Defense Dialogue on Tuesda»»»
Kyrgyz president warns of strict measures against those destabilizing country - | 24.KG
Strict measures will be taken within the law against individuals who negatively affect the country’s development, President Sadyr Japarov said at the opening of the second session of the Zhogorku Kenesh’s eighth convocation. He said action must be taken against individuals who deliberately destabil»»»
How Abu Dhabi became a safe haven for a seven-year-old battling cancer
Abu Dhabi became his safe place as he continues his fight against brain tumour Dubai: There are places children remember because of the games they played, the friends they made, or the streets where they grew up. For Zekienz Dumanan, Abu Dhabi is all of those things and more. Although the seven-yea»»»
Washington accuses Chinese AI firms of 'systematic' theft
Washington, United States: Washington accused top Chinese artificial intelligence labs including DeepSeek and Moonshot AI of systematically stealing the capabilities of American models on Tuesday as the two countries race for tech supremacy. The advisory from the US cyber defense agency comes ahead»»»
QSE index falls by 6.50points at start of Wednesday’s trading
Doha,Qatar: Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) index declined by 0.07% at the start of Wednesday’s trading, down 6.50 points from the previous session’s close to fall to 9,850 points, pressured by four sectors. QSE figures showed positive performance in Consumer Goods and Services (+0.23%) and Banks and Fi»»»
Adani Airports to raise $1 billion from Temasek, BlackRock-managed funds and others
Global investors back airport expansion and 22 million sq ft of mixed-use development Dubai: Adani Airport Holdings Limited is set to raise about $1 billion in fresh equity from a group of major global and domestic investors, with the money earmarked for airport expansion, modernisation and facilit»»»