Quneitra olive harvest forecast above 12,900 tons despite drought
Quneitra, Oct. 8 (SANA) Quneitra expects to harvest more than 12,900 tons of olives this season from about 6,815 hectares (68.15 million square meters) of rain-fed and irrigated farmland, despite drought, limited rainfall, rising production costs and difficulties accessing some areas. Khitam al-Sam»»»
US expulsions to Africa ‘instrumentalize human suffering’: HRW
LIBERVILLE: The US policy of deporting migrants to third-party African countries is against international law and exploits suffering to deter immigration, Human Rights Watch said in a report Thursday. After Donald Trump’s return to the White House in January 2025, his administration signed accords »»»
Polish-Hungarian friendship meets a new challenge: who pays for the power grid?
A Polish-Hungarian friendship dating back centuries may seem far removed from today’s electricity bills, but a recent energy forum in Budapest offered an unexpected connection between the two. At the Polish-Hungarian Energy Forum, American creator Ray Brown of Magyar Minute found himself among Poli»»»
Israeli phosphorus shells and rounds and gunfire target Zawtar Al-Sharqiyeh town, South Lebanon: Al-Manar reporter - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli phosphorus shells and rounds and gunfire target Zawtar Al-Sharqiyeh town, South Lebanon: Al-Manar reporter 08-10-2026 17:27 PM Late»»»
CNN cites a Congressional report: The US military lost 81 aircraft, helicopters, and drones—either destroyed or damaged—during the war with Iran - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe CNN cites a Congressional report: The US military lost 81 aircraft, helicopters, and drones—either destroyed or damaged—during the war with»»»
Foreign Minister Petrova: "Bulgaria Has No Expectations of North Macedonia Other than Those Set Out in 2022"
Bulgaria has no expectations of the Republic of North Macedonia other than those set out in 2022, and we expect them to be fulfilled, Foreign Minister Velislava Petrova said after her meeting with her counterpart from North Macedonia, Timcho Mucunski. The two held talks on the sidelines of the Inte»»»
Ukrainian drone reaches industrial hub in Russia’s Omsk
Ukrainian drones have targeted a major industrial hub in the Siberian city of Omsk, as Kiev carried out another UAV raid inside Russia. Omsk Region Governor Vitaly Khotsenko confirmed the attack on Thursday, saying Russian air defenses had intercepted most of the incoming UAVs. “One drone reached t»»»
'I love that challenge': Hamilton prays for rain in Singapore
Singapore: Lewis Hamilton said Thursday he would love a wet race at the Singapore Grand Prix this weekend after rain in Malaysia a week ago saw him drive masterfully to finish third despite starting on unsuitable dry tyres. There was frustration at the Sepang circuit when the cars could not get goi»»»
Saudi civil defence says kindergarten, medical complex damaged by interception debris in Riyadh
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia's civil defence agency on Thursday said a kindergarten and medical complex in Riyadh were damaged by shrapnel from an intercepted missile, hours after explosions rattled the Saudi capital. "Missile fragments fell in Riyadh after a ballistic missile was intercepted»»»
Filip & Company assists BRD – Groupe Société Générale and Raiffeisen Bank with the EUR 30 million bond issue by the Municipality of Alba Iulia
Filip & Company law firm has provided legal assistance to BRD – Groupe Société Générale S.A. and Raiffeisen Bank S.A. Romania, acting as intermediaries, in the public offering of municipal bonds worth 30 million euros carried out by the Municipality of Alba Iulia. The offering, conducted between 21»»»
Christian Tour: Brand trust is the main reason for making another booking in 2027
Following their experience with Christian Tour this year, almost half of the participants in the survey conducted by the company in September, which attracted nearly one thousand respondents, say they will definitely book another holiday package, while more than a third say they may do so. Together»»»
Abu Dhabi explores underground transport with Elon Musk’s Boring Company
ADPIC and The Boring Company will assess underground transport and utility solutions Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre (ADPIC) has partnered with The Boring Company (TBC), the tunnelling and infrastructure technology company founded by Elon Musk, to explore underground transpo»»»
What’s the true cost of a fire? UAE unveils global framework of fire incident footprint
Beyond response times to long-term fallout of fires: pollution, loss of millions, image Dubai: The UAE has unveiled a global framework that measures the true cost of fires, looking well beyond how fast firefighters arrive and how quickly a blaze is brought under control. The Global Fire Incident Fo»»»
Reports: No escalation in south in coming period
There will be no Israeli escalation in south Lebanon in the coming period, a media report said. "Lebanese lobbying groups have managed to reach an assessment that the South will not come under escalatory attacks in the coming period," al-Liwaa newspaper reported on Thursday, citing “reports that ha»»»
Riyadh airport warns travellers of flight disruptions following deadly Houthi attacks
Passengers urged to check flights amid regional tensions and airspace restrictions Dubai: Saudi Arabia's King Khalid International Airport has warned passengers of possible flight delays, rescheduling and cancellations amid regional tensions and airspace restrictions following deadly Houthi attacks»»»
BNP Paribas: Leadership appointments at Arval
As of 1 April 2027, Alain van Groenendael will become Chairman of Arval’s Board of Directors. Annie Pin, who will join Arval on 26 October 2026 as Senior Advisor to the Chief Executive Officer, will be appointed Chief Executive Officer of Arval on 1 April 2027. Over the coming months, Alain van Gro»»»
Dubai moves to strengthen global gold hub role as trade hits Dh1 trillion
Dubai plans to expand its role in gold trading, financing, storage and price discovery Dubai: Dubai is moving to strengthen its position as a global gold hub after foreign gold trade in the emirate reached about Dh1 trillion in 2025, as the government also reported gains across financial markets an»»»
Heading to Sharjah from Dubai? Expect delays on major routes
Traffic builds on E11 and E311 as the evening commute gets busier Dubai: Motorists travelling from Dubai towards Sharjah should expect slower journeys, particularly on the main commuter routes connecting the two emirates. Live traffic information from Google Maps indicates that E11, or Sheikh Zayed»»»
Interior Minister: Bomb Threats Originate Outside Bulgaria
During a hearing before the parliamentary Committee on Internal Security and Public Order on Thursday, Interior Minister Ivan Demerdzhiev said that reports of explosive devices allegedly planted in institutions and educational establishments were communicated from abroad. The reports were translate»»»
UAE, Thailand conclude CEPA negotiations as trade surges
Bilateral non-oil trade reached $10.2 billion in the first half of 2026 Bangkok: The United Arab Emirates and Thailand have concluded negotiations on a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), as bilateral non-oil trade between the two countries continues to grow rapidly. Sign up for ou»»»
Russia’s Strikes Choke Ukraine’s War Machine of Power & Logistics, Fuel New Regions' Liberation
Russia’s strikes on Ukraine's power grid serve a dual purpose, military expert Alexander Mikhailov, head of the Bureau of Political Analysis, told Sputnik. Russia's massive strikes represent asymmetric retaliation for Ukrainian attacks on Russian civilian infrastructure, while also advancing specif»»»
Qatar requires driving schools to use written contracts before collecting fees
DOHA: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has set new rules for driving schools' contracts with consumers, aimed at protecting consumer rights and regulating training services. The measures were issued in coordination with the relevant authorities and under Consumer Protection Law No. (8) of 2008»»»
South Korea warns of AI-assisted hacking after breach of big banks' cyber defenses
PoliticsSouth KoreaSouth Korea warns of AI hacking after bank data breachesJulian RyallSeoul is alarmed after a recent breach of South Korean banks' cyber defenses that reportedly involved AI-assisted hacking. Officials warn such methods could be used to also target other sectors and government age»»»
Separation surgery of Moroccan conjoined twins begins in Riyadh
RIYADH: A specialized medical team from Saudi Arabia’s conjoined twins separation program began on Thursday, at King Abdullah Specialist Children’s Hospital in Riyadh, a complex surgery to separate 13-month-old Moroccan conjoined twins Saja and Doha. The Saudi aid agency KSrelief said: “Upon the di»»»
Airlines cancel flights to Riyadh after Houthi attack on airport
Saudia accounts for most disruption as 169 Riyadh departures are cancelled: Cirium Riyadh: Airlines are canceling flights to Riyadh after the Houthis struck two airports in Saudi Arabia in recent days, killing three people and injuring dozens. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Ba»»»
Abu Dhabi unveils first jointly accredited fertility fellowship for Emirati doctors
Three-year programme to build a home-grown pool of reproductive medicine specialists Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi has launched a three-year fellowship to train Emirati doctors as fertility specialists, in a move aimed at building the emirate's long-term medical workforce and strengthening its standing in a»»»
EU urges extension of Lebanon peacekeepers’ mandate to avert security vacuum
LONDON: The European Union supports extending the mandate of UN peacekeepers in Lebanon to avoid a security vacuum in the country’s south, the bloc’s foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, told AFP on Thursday. The mandate of the UN Interim Force in Lebanon, known as UNIFIL, is due to expire on Dec. 31»»»
Syria calls for independent probe into sinking of ship in Black Sea
DAMASCUS: Syria called on the International Maritime Organization and Bulgarian authorities on Thursday to conduct an independent investigation into the sinking of a cargo ship in the Black Sea, whose 10 crew members including nine Syrians were missing. The investigation should look into why sear»»»
Vucevic: Announcements of EXPO cancellation reflect policy of blocking development
BELGRADE - Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) leader Milos Vucevic said on Thursday EXPO 2027 Belgrade represented a historic opportunity for economic momentum, infrastructure modernisation and global affirmation of Serbia, and noted that the opposition's announcements that the event would be cancelle»»»
Philippines: Mark Villar joins Senate majority, what it means
US-educated senator takes key public works post, named member of influential commision MANILA, Philippines: Sen. Mark Villar has left the Senate minority bloc and joined the majority, bolstering the administration-aligned camp as the chamber prepares for critical legislative and oversight work. Mor»»»
How a multibillion-dollar oilfield has ignited the UK-Argentina feud over the Falkland Islands
BusinessArgentinaHow an oil project reignited UK-Argentina Falklands disputeArthur SullivanArgentina and the UK once fought a war over the Falkland Islands. Now, the multibillion-dollar Sea Lion oil project has reignited old tensions, with Buenos Aires seeking to put a stop to the plans. https://p.»»»
Parliamentary Conference of Presidents reviews 2026-2027 work programme
TUNIS, Oct. 8 (TAP) – The Conference of Presidents of the Assembly of People's Representatives (ARP), meeting Thursday at the Bardo Palace, reviewed the Parliament's work programme for the current 2026-2027 parliamentary session, the schedule for...»»»
King Salman invites UAE president to second EU-GCC summit in Saudi Arabia
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s King Salman has invited UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al-Nahyan to attend the second EU-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) summit, which the Kingdom will host later this month, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The invitation was conveyed in a written message delivered by»»»
Former military secretary accuses Netanyahu of trying to alter Oct. 7 records
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s former military secretary has accused the Israeli leader of altering official transcripts of phone calls from the morning of the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas-led attacks.The accusations by Maj. Gen. Avi Gil came in a wide-ranging interview with the right-wing Israel Hayom»»»
After botched US execution, Christa Pike was nearly taken off life support
Pike remains shackled to her hospital bed, awake and able to speak a little Washington: A convicted US killer who survived a botched execution was almost taken off life support before she regained consciousness, her lawyer said Wednesday, as a court ordered prison authorities to preserve evidence i»»»
Circular economy: Pathway to new economic opportunities for women
Tunis, Oct.8 (TAP) - Circular economy is not only a solution to environmental challenges, but represents a way to identify new economic opportunities, diversify livelihoods and strengthen the resilience of coastal communities, particularly women, as...»»»
Corridor VIII Is Economic, Security and European Necessity, Albanian Foreign Minister Says
Corridor VIII is an economic, security and European necessity, Albanian Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Ferit Hoxha said Thursday at the International Ministerial Conference on Corridor VIII in Sofia. He said geography becomes a strategic asset only when countries succeed in building connec»»»
Ministry introduces new requirements for driving schools in Qatar
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI), in coordination with the relevant authorities, has introduced a set of requirements governing the contractual relationship between driving schools and customers to protect consumer rights and regulate the provision of driving training servi»»»
South Syria villagers fearful as Israeli army builds Golan fortifications
Jubbata al Khashab, Syria: From his field in southern Syria, Hassan Ahmad pointed at new Israeli fortification works as its military edged ever closer to his village, adjacent to the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights. “Look at this berm around 300 meters (around 980 feet) away, just after the trees,” »»»
Study: 6 out of 10 Romanians do not have a financial plan for the coming year
These are the conclusions of the first national study evaluating the impact of a financial education program by comparing the general population with program participants before the program began and 12 months after its completion. The study was launched by Banometru to mark its 10th anniversary. T»»»
North Macedonia Foreign Minister: Executive Should Not Interfere in Judicial Decisions on Iva Mihaylova Case
North Macedonia's Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade Timco Mucunski said the executive should not interfere in judicial decisions in the case of Iva Mihaylova. He was speaking at a news conference in Sofia on the sidelines of the International Ministerial Conference on Corridor VIII. He »»»
Yemeni Ballistic Missile Targets King Khaled Airport in Riyadh
Spokesman for the Yemeni Armed Forces Brigadier General Yahya Saree said, via Telegram, “By the grace of God, our armed forces succeeded in targeting King Khaled Airport in Riyadh with a ballistic missile this afternoon; it successfully struck its target, causing damage and disrupting air traffic a»»»
3 Years after “Al-Aqsa Flood”… Israeli Economy Continues to Suffer
Three years after Operation Al-Aqsa Flood, the Israeli economy continues to face severe consequences from the war, including rising debt, declining output, reverse migration, and business closures. In this context, the Bank of Israel estimates the total financial cost of the war from 2023 through 2»»»
Volunteer registration opens for MotoGP and Formula 1 Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix 2026
Doha, Qatar: Lusail International Circuit (LIC) has officially opened volunteer registration for two of Qatar's biggest motorsport weekends of the year: the MotoGP Qatar Airways Grand Prix of Qatar 2026, taking place from November 6 to 8, and the FORMULA 1 QATAR AIRWAYS QATAR GRAND PRIX 2026, takin»»»
EU can 'meet demand' for winter gas despite 'historically low' stocks, operators say
The European Union is capable of meeting demand for gas this winter but its reserves are at "historically low" levels and will need to be monitored, the ENTSOG operators' association said Thursday. "Europe is entering the winter with historically low storage levels while observing higher and more v»»»
Abu Dhabi’s growth, told through the iconic four bridges
Tracing Abu Dhabi's evolution through its iconic bridges Abu Dhabi- One bridge was designed to echo the dunes. Another guarded the only road into the city for decades. A third opened an island for leisure, while the fourth was built for people on foot. Together, Abu Dhabi's bridges trace the story »»»
UAE decriminalises attempted suicide under new law
Federal Decree Law introduces tougher penalties for inciting suicide Dubai: Attempted suicide will no longer be treated as a criminal offence in the UAE under some new amendments to the country’s Crimes and Penalties Law, marking a shift towards a more humanitarian approach focused on mental health»»»
Palestinian factions move to delay the first legislative elections in 20 years
BEIRUT: Palestinian factions are discussing postponing legislative elections that had been planned for November, officials said Thursday. A top official with the Hamas-allied Islamic Jihad group said the factions had reached an agreement to delay the vote, which is facing huge logistical issues in »»»
Dubai traffic alert: Accident causes traffic delays on Sheikh Zayed Road towards Sharjah
Motorists travelling along the route have been urged to exercise extra caution An accident has been reported on Sheikh Zayed Road (SZR) heading towards Sharjah, near Mall of the Emirates, Dubai Police said in a post on X. Motorists travelling along the route have been urged to exercise extra cautio»»»
Syrian Foreign minister, US envoy discuss bilateral ties in Istanbul
Istanbul, Oct. 8 (SANA) Syrian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani met with US Presidential Special Envoy to Syria and Iraq Tom Barrack in Istanbul to discuss bilateral relations and regional developments.The meeting also addressed prospects for cooperation and coor»»»