A quorum was not reached in the plenary chamber for Wednesday’s extraordinary parliamentary sitting, which was scheduled to address the controversy surrounding the pardon of Ognyan Atanasov, known as the “Petrich Escobar”, who has been linked to drug trafficking and was pardoned by Iliana Iotova du»»»

DOHA The seventh edition of Build Your House Exhibition will be held from Oct 26 to 28, at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC). In a statement, NeXTfairs said that this year's edition will bring together more than 250 exhibitors from over 10 countries, alongside an expanded conference progr»»»

Doha: The University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST), through its College of Health Sciences, has introduced the CORE Wellness Program, a curriculum-wide initiative that integrates holistic health into students' education as they prepare for professional practice. CORE stands for Clinical»»»

Gaza: The death toll from the Israeli aggression on the Gaza Strip since Oct. 7, 2023, has risen to 74,494 in addition to 175,604 injuries. The Ministry of Health in Gaza said today that seven martyrs, along with 24 others who were injured, were rushed to hospitals in the enclave over the past 24 h»»»

The news that Russia will resume diesel supplies to global markets has already pushed fuel prices down, Igor Yushkov, a leading expert at the Financial University and the National Energy Security Fund, tells Sputnik, weighing in on President Vladimir Putin’s remarks that global diesel prices have d»»»

JEDDAH: Total cargo handling through Jordan’s Aqaba ports rose 14.3 percent to 20.51 million tonnes in the first nine months of 2026, according to newly release figures. Jordan Shipping Association also revealed that imports climbed 35.3 percent to more than 12.4 million tonnes over the period. The»»»

Tunis, October 20 (TAP) – Tunisia's security apparatus continues to face several challenges linked to evolving forms of crime and intensifying threats, particularly economic and cybercrime, smuggling, and the growing phenomenon of irregular...»»»

New Dubai hub to oversee regional operations and pursue major rail and mobility projects Dubai: Keolis Group, a global public transport operator, has opened its regional headquarters in Dubai to strengthen its Middle East presence, accelerate business expansion and pursue major transport projects a»»»

New partnership offers passengers a more convenient way to reach major attractions Dubai: Getting to Yas Island could become easier for residents and visitors under a new partnership between Miral and Etihad Rail, which aims to improve transport connections between Abu Dhabi’s railway network and t»»»

GERB leader Boyko Borissov criticized Prime Minister Rumen Radev on Wednesday, saying the Council of Ministers should not be used as a party headquarters to threaten political opponents. He was speaking at a briefing at GERB headquarters in response to Radev's remarks about the opposition. "The pri»»»

The robotics team of the Sofia-based Water Sector Development Foundation (WSDF) presented robot RaiON at the Angel Kanchev University of Ruse on Wednesday, demonstrating its capabilities in robotics and artificial intelligence to students and faculty. The robot showcased its features, including dan»»»

Beijing: The United States Department of Homeland Security ordered government agencies on Monday to stop using artificial intelligence tools from DeepSeek, citing concerns over data being transferred to China. Here are five things to know about the Chinese AI startup following the new restrictions:»»»

JEDDAH: As panic swept through King Khalid International Airport after the Houthi attack on Oct. 10, Ebtehal Abdullah Alardh was not thinking about her own safety, but of the many passengers calling out for help. The Saudi Ground Services representative, who works in the Riyadh Air system and is al»»»

Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar has pledged to hold former officials accountable for alleged corruption under Viktor Orbán while maintaining Hungary’s strict immigration policies, in his first interview with a global news organisation since taking office. Prime Minister Péter Magyar gave an e»»»

RAKTA explores smart mobility, autonomous transport and drone technology under new MoU Ras Al Khaimah: Ras Al Khaimah is stepping up efforts to develop smarter, more integrated transport systems through a strategic partnership with a leading Chinese transport planning organisation, with plans to ex»»»

Continue the Change (CC) Wednesday gathered enough signatures by MPs to request another extraordinary parliamentary sitting to discuss the cases of pardoned convict Ognyan Atanasov, known as the "Petrich Escobar," and a second drug dealer from Sliven, Dinko Georgiev. The sitting is to be held on Oc»»»

The Constitutional Court's Tuesday ruling, according to which the 2026 State Budget Act is constitutional, was a decisive victory for Bulgaria's financial stability and a complete failure of the opposition's attempt to sabotage fiscal policy, National Assembly Budget and Finance Committee Chair Kon»»»

Doha, Qatar: Following reports of strange smell causing concern among those residing in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment issued a clarification to reassure the public. In a social media post, on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, the Ministry confirmed that it »»»

Doha: The Qatar Social and Cultural Center for the Blind (QSCCB), of the Ministry of Culture, staged a human development workshop to strengthen self-confidence and self-esteem, present practical methods for developing personal character, and help participants withstand life and career challenges. P»»»

DUBAI: A ballistic missile launched by Yemen’s Houthi militia struck Aden airport on Wednesday, according to Al-Arabiya, which reported an explosion and smoke rising from the site. The missile struck the runway, the channel’s correspondent said, adding that the Yemeni government was expected to iss»»»

U.S.-sponsored military meetings between Lebanon and Israel began yesterday in Tampa, Florida, and will continue today under U.S. auspices. The aim is to discuss the necessary practical steps to implement security arrangements, at a time when disagreements persist over several issues -- most notabl»»»

Al Sheeb crossing shut to travellers and commercial trucks amid security review Dubai: Iraqi authorities closed the Al Sheeb border crossing with Iran on Wednesday, suspending the movement of passengers, vehicles and commercial trucks until further notice, according to local media reports. The clos»»»

Dubai lender’s Q3 pre-tax profit climbs 9.2% as impairments fall and loans grow Dubai: Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) posted a record pre-tax profit of Dh2.95 billion for the first nine months of 2026. This is up 4.1 per cent from a year earlier, the bank announced on October 21. Most gains were se»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe IRGC Official: Iran Has “Unplayed Cards,” Vows to Dictate Post-War Terms as U.S. Influence in Persian Gulf Ends 21-10-2026 15:03 PM Brigadi»»»

Clocks will go back one hour on Sunday, the Bulgarian Institute of Metrology recalled on Wednesday. The return to standard time will take place at 4 a.m. on October 25, when clocks will be put back by one hour. The Council of the European Union notes that, under the directive currently in force, al»»»

Paris, France: Global commitments to cut planet-heating emissions are falling far short of the Paris climate goals and put the world on course for 2.6C warming this century, the UN warned Wednesday. The report by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) lays bare the chasm between rhetoric a»»»

Doha: Represented by the General Administration of Civil Defense, the Ministry of Interior (MOI) showcased the most prominent updates in the third edition of the Civil Defense Technical Requirements Guide, within the second day of the activities of the Milipol Qatar 2026 Exhibition and Conference f»»»

Sydney: Researchers in Australia have identified a subtype of depression linked to disruptions in the body's internal 24-hour clock that regulates the sleep-wake cycle, potentially paving the way for more targeted behavioral and medical treatments. The study analyzed clinical and genetic data from »»»

Tunis, Oct.21 (TAP) - Industrial modernisation, business financing and energy transition are the three priority areas for ensuring the competitiveness and transformation of Tunisian industry, Acting Minister Industry, Mines and Energy Slah Zouari...»»»

Four other winners win luxury cars, motorbikes in the latest draws Dubai: A Kosovar businessman and a Saudi Arabian national have each won $1 million in the latest Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire draw, while four other participants have won luxury vehicles and motorbikes in the Finest Surpri»»»

Nuclear watchdog confirms effective safety measures after May 17 power disruption Dubai: Dr Anwar Mohammed Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President, has welcomed the International Atomic Energy Agency's (IAEA) positive assessment of the UAE's response to a drone attack that disrupted extern»»»

Motorists cautioned as rain and dust reduce visibility in eastern UAE Dubai: Parts of the UAE received rainfall on Wednesday afternoon, as the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) issued an alert for convective cloud formation over eastern and southern areas of the country. In its alert, the NCM sa»»»

7,735 fines issued in nine months as Dubai targets noisy vehicles, illegal modifications Dubai: Dubai Police issued 7,735 traffic fines and impounded 1,630 vehicles for excessive noise and unauthorised vehicle modifications in the first nine months of 2026, as authorities stepped up efforts to curb»»»

French prime minister Sebastien Lecornu and Interior Minister Laurent Nunez both faced tough questions from members of parliament over the handling of last weekend's violence. Lecornu has promised a massive deployment of police for future protests, while Nunez said the military will be used to back»»»

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Tuesday he had secured the delivery of an additional 200,000 tonnes of diesel per month from the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain. He is currently in Doha as part of a tour of the Gulf. "We are reducing our dependency" he said whilst speaking to the press on»»»

Doha: Four committees of the Shura Council held on Wednesday their first meetings for the second ordinary session of the council's second legislative term, corresponding to its 55th annual session, and elected their deputy chairs by acclamation in accordance with Article 30 of the council's interna»»»

Doha: Minister of Municipality, HE Abdullah bin Hamad bin Abdullah Al Attiyah Wednesday with Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to the State of Qatar HE Cao Xiaolin. The meeting dealt with the two countries' relations in the spheres of mutual interest.»»»

Athens: Inspired by protests in France and other parts of Europe, thousands of Greek students on Wednesday demonstrated around the country against the high cost of living, saying they face many of the same problems. "In Greece like in France, we are demanding public, free education," Katia Koubousi»»»

Western Ukraine remains the country’s only part where military supplies can still be delivered and new facilities for assembling cruise missiles and long-range drones can be installed, Russian military expert Alexey Leonkov told Sputnik, commenting on the shift in Russian ballistic missile and dron»»»

By Staff, Agencies US President Donald Trump on Wednesday called on operators of large artificial intelligence data centers to reach financial agreements with local communities and provide residents with dividends to ease opposition over rising electricity costs. “If companies want to make their da»»»

Polish authorities have charged nine people, most of them Ukrainian nationals, over their alleged involvement in a money-laundering operation. The group was described as part of a broader international network helping criminal enterprises launder illicit proceeds in statements released on Monday by»»»

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has accused Washington of trying to force Ukraine to surrender to Russia, attacking President Donald Trump’s diplomatic efforts to end the conflict. Speaking to the European Parliament in Strasbourg on Tuesday, Kallas credited Europe’s military and financial back»»»

Taking place from 15 to 21 October at Sheikh Saeed bin Maktoum Sports Hall in Dubai Dubai: Allegiance Real Estate, a global real estate investment advisory headquartered in Dubai, has announced its partnership with Lebanon’s Al-Riyadi Club as an official sponsor. The partnership demonstrates the co»»»

US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff is headed to Russia today to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin for peace talks. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, on his end, met with the US official in Norway Tuesday. What progress has been made in Oslo? Ophélie Jacobson explains.»»»

US envoy Steve Witkoff held talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg on Wednesday about Moscow’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, as US President Donald Trump pushes Kyiv to make a deal that stops the fighting. The day before, the American official had met with Ukraine's Volodym»»»

DOHA Four committees of the Shura Council held their first meetings for the second ordinary session of the council's second legislative term, corresponding to its 55th annual session, and elected their deputy chairs by acclamation in accordance with Article 30 of the council's internal regulations.»»»

Doha: The seventh edition of Build Your House Exhibition will be held from Oct. 26 to 28, 2026, at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC). In a statement, NeXTfairs said that this year's edition will bring together more than 250 exhibitors from over 10 countries, alongside an expanded conferen»»»

BELGRADE - Serbia is stable in terms of energy and plans to invest 14-15 bln euros in its energy sector by 2035, caretaker Minister of Mining and Energy Dubravka Djedovic Handanovic said on Wednesday. In an appearance on K1 TV, Djedovic Handanovic said Serbia had done more work in the energy sector»»»

Cabinet will hold a session at 3:00 PM Thursday at the Presidential Palace to discuss a number of vital issues covering financial, judicial and administrative matters. The agenda also includes a request from the Ministry of Justice to refer the case of explosives seized in Dahr al-Baidar, as well a»»»

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said wars rarely unfold as either side expects and can end only through negotiations and dialogue, warning that their continuation would lead to further destruction, casualties, and bloodshed. Speaking to a delegation from the Holy Synod of the Greek Orthodox Church, »»»