What did Lebanon and Israel discuss in Rome talks?
Lebanese Presidency sources said Tuesday that the Rome talks between Lebanon and Israel were discussing the issue of the so-called pilot zones in order to issue a decision regarding them. “Israel has demanded clarification on how the Lebanese Army's deployment and control will be achieved,” the sou»»»
Hottest day of year in Saudi Arabia as temperatures hit 50 C
RIYADH: Residents across the Eastern Province adjusted their daily routines on Tuesday as parts of Saudi Arabia experienced the hottest day of the year so far, with temperatures climbing to 50 degrees Celsius. The National Center for Meteorology confirmed to Arab News that the temperature reached 5»»»
Parliament Hosts Roundtable to Mark 35th Anniversary of Bulgaria's Constitution
The 35th anniversary of the adoption of Bulgaria's Constitution in 1991 was marked with a roundtable discussion titled "35 Years of the Modern Constitution" in Parliament. The organizer of the discussion was the National Assembly Chair, Mihaela Dotsova, who earlier in the day also opened an exhibit»»»
Gaza health officials say Israeli airstrike on police station kills 8
Gaza's civil defense agency and a hospital said an Israeli airstrike on a police station in northern Gaza killed eight people on Tuesday, including a woman officer. "Eight martyrs were transferred to Al-Shifa hospital following an Israeli airstrike on a police station" in the western part of Jabali»»»
Netanyahu tells Iran's leaders Israel will hit back if attacked
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed Tuesday to strike powerfully against Iran if Tehran carried out a new attack on Israel. "I will say it to the leaders of Iran: Do not count on things remaining quiet if you attack us," Netanyahu said at a conference, according to a video released by h»»»
Three jailed for life in Bahrain on Iran spying charges
Bahraini authorities said on Tuesday three people were sentenced to life in prison for spying for Iran's Revolutionary Guards, the latest in a crackdown on Iran-linked cells. "Three defendants were charged with colluding with the terrorist Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and its operatives»»»
Why Budapest’s finest homes change hands behind closed doors?
My previous columns looked at how foreign buyers can own property in Hungary without any investor scheme, and which Budapest districts define the city’s premium tier. This third piece is written for a narrower audience: families and individuals for whom a home is not only a place to live but a stor»»»
Sheikha Bodour donates Arabic libraries to Malaysian schools
Sharjah: Kalimat Foundation has expanded its global literacy outreach by donating six portable libraries containing 600 Arabic-language children’s books to schools in Malaysia, giving more than 4,000 students greater access to Arabic reading materials. The initiative, led by Sheikha Bodour bint Sul»»»
Dubai Humanitarian has dispatched a fourth relief shipment to Uganda, delivering 72.5 tonnes of life-saving supplies to support efforts to contain the Ebola outbreak.
Dubai: Dubai Humanitarian (DXBH) has dispatched a fourth relief shipment to Uganda, its third aboard a Dubai Royal Air Wing aircraft, as part of the sustained response to the Ebola outbreak in that region. The move follows the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice P»»»
Parliament approves World Bank-backed loan guarantees for STEG energy sector reforms
TUNIS, July 14 (TAP) – The Assembly of People's Representatives (ARP) on Tuesday approved two bills endorsing state guarantees for two World Bank-backed loans granted to the Tunisian Electricity and Gas Company (STEG) to finance a programme aimed at...»»»
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signs nation's first data center moratorium - UPI.com
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signed an executive order Tuesday putting a ban on permits newm giant data centers in the state. File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo July 14 (UPI) -- New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signed an executive order Tuesday putting a moratorium on building large data cent»»»
Heading home? Heavy traffic slows major Dubai and Sharjah roads
Dubai: Motorists are facing heavy delays on several major roads across Dubai and Sharjah on Tuesday (July 14), according to Google Maps real-time traffic data. Traffic is moving slowly on Sheikh Zayed Road near the Rolex Tower and Al Khail Road near Al Quoz Pond Park. Get updated faster and for FRE»»»
Vucic: I am conducting policy of military neutrality, which I have promised to people
PARIS - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said on Tuesday he was conducting a policy he had promised to his people, a policy of military neutrality, and that he wanted to preserve peace and stability in Serbia. Vucic was speaking to reporters in Paris after attending France's Bastille Day military»»»
Hunter Biden Admits He Underestimated What 'Viper's Nest' Ukraine Was
WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - Hunter Biden, son of former US President Joe Biden, has admitted that he was incredibly naive when he joined the board of directors of Ukrainian energy company Burisma, as he underestimated what a "viper's nest" Ukraine was. "I was incredibly naive to just how much of a polit»»»
DRC Ebola outbreak two to four times bigger than official scale: WHO
GENEVA: The World Health Organization said on Tuesday that a deadly Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo could be four times bigger than official figures suggest. According to the DR Congo’s latest official figures, the haemorrhagic fever has infected more than 1,960 people and killed»»»
South Africa’s iDexis appeals court ruling over compounded weight-loss drugs
JOHANNESBURG: South African pharmacy group iDexis said on Tuesday it had applied to appeal a court judgment that curbed its production of compounded weight-loss medicines, disputing allegations about product safety and regulatory compliance. The dispute follows a High Court interim order granted la»»»
Amir receives more condolences on passing of Father Amir
DOHA: His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received more mourners offering condolences on the passing of the late HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani at Lusail Palace on Tuesday morning. HH the Amir received Their Excellencies the Sheikhs, min»»»
June was deadliest month for Ukrainian civilians in four years, UN says
More than 293 Ukrainian civilians were killed and 1,990 wounded in Russian strikes across the country in the month of June, making it the highest toll in any single month since April 2022, the UN monitoring mission in Ukraine said Tuesday. The UN has recorded 16,431 verified civilian deaths in Ukra»»»
Opposition Party in Bulgaria Accuses Radev of “Serving the Kremlin” Over Ukraine Stance
The opposition party "Democratic Bulgaria" has strongly criticized Prime Minister Rumen Radev over his decision not to join the Coalition of the Willing, arguing that the move isolates Bulgaria from Europe’s evolving security architecture and undermines the country’s long-term interests. »»»
Judge says Trump IRS lawsuit was filed for ‘improper purpose’
Washington: President Donald Trump’s lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service over his leaked tax returns was filed for an “improper purpose,” a judge said Monday as she referred one of his lawyers for potential disciplinary action and characterised the $10 billion complaint as an exercise in s»»»
Saudi scouts launch unified digital platform
RIYADH: The Saudi Arabian Scouts Association has launched a unified scouting data platform to automate scouting activities, improve organizational efficiency, and advance digital and institutional transformation. The platform aims to develop the Kingdom’s scouting system, unify procedures and data,»»»
Democratic Bulgaria Accuses Radev of Isolating Bulgaria from Europe's New Security Architecture
Democratic Bulgaria has accused President Rumen Radev of steering Bulgaria toward strategic isolation by keeping the country out of Europe's emerging security initiatives, arguing that his position risks undermining both national interests and the country's role within the EU and NATO. In a stateme»»»
Escalation in U.S.-Iran conflict sends oil prices sharply higher - UPI.com
Oil prices surged to almost $87 a barrel on Tuesday, their highest level in a month after the United States and Iran traded attacks amid a struggle for control of Hormuz Strait which has seen at least one seafarer killed and eight injured in strikes on oil tankers by Iranian Revolutionary Guard Cor»»»
New York becomes first state to impose data center moratorium
New York: New York became the first state in the nation to impose a moratorium on the construction of data centers Tuesday, a striking setback for artificial intelligence companies that politicians once courted for investment but have now triggered public fears about energy prices and water use. Go»»»
Day 5: 'Oplan Romanov' highlighted during Senate impeachment trial of Sara Duterte
Manila: A National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) official testified Tuesday (July 14), Day 5 of the Senate impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, that the term “Operation Romanov” — invoked by VP Duterte to justify her alleged threats against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and his family»»»
Pakistan targets 100% digital remittances from overseas workers
Dubai: Pakistan is aiming to make all remittances sent home by overseas workers fully digital as part of its drive towards a cashless economy, a move that could affect millions of expatriates, including the large Pakistani community in the UAE. Also Read: Pakistan ends some remittance perks, but ca»»»
Saudi cabinet condemns Iranian attacks
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s cabinet on Tuesday condemned Iranian attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz and on several regional countries. The cabinet denounced what it described as repeated Iranian attacks targeting Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, the UAE, Oman and Jordan, rejecting Tehran’s “de»»»
Amir receives telephone call from Sultan of Oman
Doha, Qatar: The Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received a telephone call on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, from His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik of Oman. During the call, His Majesty offered his condolences on the passing of the late His Highness the Father Amir, Sheikh Hamad bin K»»»
Think before you share: Your child's data matters
Abu Dhabi: The UAE Ministry of Interior has urged the public to protect children's personal data, stressing that safeguarding young people's privacy is "a shared responsibility without exception". In an awareness message, the ministry said children's personal data is "a trust", calling on parents, »»»
Record-breaking generosity: UAE orphan campaign raises Dh3.3 billion and enters Guinness
Dubai: The Mother of the Nation Endowment for Orphans campaign, launched by the Endowments and Minors’ Funds Authority - Awqaf Abu Dhabi has achieved a new global milestone by breaking the Guinness World Records title for the Most Money Raised for Charity by an Annuity Pledge in One Month. Awqaf Ab»»»
West Tries to Undermine Russia's Ties With Sahel States Using Ukrainian Terrorists- Lavrov
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Western countries try to undermine Russia's ties with the Sahel states using Ukrainian terrorists, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said on Tuesday. "We emphasized a particular concern over the growing terrorist threats and the spread of Islamist groups affiliated with ISIS»»»
First group of 250 pilgrims from 16 countries performs Umrah under king's guests program
JEDDAH: The first group of 250 pilgrims under the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Guests Program for Hajj, Umrah, and Visit has arrived in Makkah after spending several days in Madinah. Upon arrival, the guests performed Umrah and expressed their appreciation to the Kingdom’s leadership for the »»»
Amir receives telephone call from Kuwait Amir
Doha, Qatar The Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received a telephone call on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, from His Highness Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, the Amir of the State of Kuwait. The Kuwait Amir offered his condolences on the passing of the late His Highness the Fat»»»
Excellence Awards 2026: Dr Kusuma Narayana – advancing excellence in dermatology
With more than two decades of experience in dermatology across the UK and the UAE, Dr Kusuma Narayana has established herself as one of the region’s leading consultant dermatologists. Recognised for her clinical excellence, patient-centred approach and commitment to innovation, she has built a repu»»»
Closing Bell: Saudi main index closes in red at 10,715
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Tadawul All Share Index dropped on Tuesday, losing 86.10 points, or 0.80 percent, to close at 10,715.61. The total trading turnover of the benchmark index was SR4.46 billion ($1.18 billion), as 73 of the listed stocks advanced, while 184 retreated. The MSCI Tadawul Index also»»»
Countries tighten travel rules as Ebola risk rises
GENEVA: The World Health Organization on May 17 declared an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) a Public Health Emergency of International Concern and said there was a high risk it could spread to neighboring countries. The decision has prompted governments to step up travel-r»»»
Europe's defence firms unite to build missile interceptor amid rising security threats
Dubai: Europe has taken a step towards building its own upper-layer missile defence system, with five leading defence companies signing an agreement to jointly develop an interceptor designed to stop long-range ballistic missiles before they re-enter the Earth's atmosphere. The project, called Blik»»»
Russian Forces Begin Isolating Ukrainian Maritime Logistics and Southern Supply Routes - Expert
Building on the strategy successfully tested during the capture of Konstantinovka, Russian forces are now isolating the Odessa region - using drone and missile strikes to cut off fuel and military supplies to the front, military expert and retired colonel Anatoliy Matviychuk tells Sputnik. Latest s»»»
June was deadliest month for Ukraine civilians in over four years: UN
KYIV: The United Nations in June recorded the highest monthly civilian death toll in Ukraine since April 2022, as Russia escalated long-range missile strikes, a report published on Tuesday said, “After May recorded the highest number of civilian casualties in over four years, June surpassed it, wit»»»
Israeli Reserve System “Collapsing” as Units Enter Lebanon Understaffed, Lacking Tanks: Report
The Israeli reserve system is facing a severe manpower and equipment crisis, with commanders warning that some units deployed to Lebanon are operating far below their official size, according to Israeli Army Radio. The report on Tuesday said that while the public and decision-makers are being told »»»
Flying via the UAE? Europe has issued a fresh advisory for airlines over Gulf airspace
Dubai: The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has advised European airlines not to fly through the airspace of the UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait and Qatar, citing a "high risk" to civil aviation following renewed tensions between the United States and Iran. Sign up for our daily business newslette»»»
Opposition Floor Leader Sees Radev's Position as Step towards Bulgaria's Isolation from Joint European Defence Efforts
In a Facebook post on Tuesday, Continue the Change Floor Leader Nikolay Denkov commented on a statement made by Prime Minister Ruman Radev earlier in the day. "Apart from the logical question whether we provide military aid for Ukraine, it is crucial to clarify when the efforts to achieve peace by »»»
State of Emergency Declared for Srebarna Reserve over Critically Low Water Level
A state of emergency has been declared in the Srebarna Nature Reserve after critically low water levels were registered in the lake. The decision was made on Tuesday by Silistra Mayor Aleksandar Sabanov and will remain in force from July 14 to July 21. The measure follows a warning from the Regiona»»»
South Korea launches free AI agent project for all citizens - UPI.com
Government plans nationwide chatbot this year and personalized public-service assistance beginning in 2027 Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang (L) speaks next to Science Minister Bae Kyung-hoon during the Korea AI Ecosystem Reception in Seoul, South Korea, 08 June 2026. Photo by YONHAP / EPA July 13 (Asia Toda»»»
Ontario police: Do not bring grenades to police stations - UPI.com
July 13 (UPI) -- Police in Ontario are reminding residents not to bring explosives to police stations after an unexploded World War II grenade was turned in at an Ottawa station. The Ontario Provincial Police said a resident brought the grenade to the OPP Detachment in Ottawa on Friday. "The OPP wo»»»
Artwork from Iron Man's first appearance breaks auction record - UPI.com
The piece of comic book art that first introduced readers to the Marvel Comics hero Iron Man sold for a record-breaking $3,875,000. Photo courtesy of Heritage Auctions July 13 (UPI) -- The piece of comic book art that first introduced readers to the Marvel Comics hero Iron Man sold for a record-bre»»»
Wildebeest escapes Indiana zoo exhibit, found in neighboring habitat - UPI.com
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Fort Wayne Zoo (@fortwaynezoo) July 13 (UPI) -- An Indiana zoo's African exhibit was evacuated when its latest arrival, a wildebeest, was found to have escaped from its enclosure and found its way into an adjacent habitat. A spokesperson for the Fort Way»»»
President of Armenia arrives in Doha to offer condolences
Doha, Qatar: President of the Republic of Armenia HE Vahagn Khachaturyan arrived in Doha on Tuesday to offer condolences on the passing of the Father Amir HH Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani. His Excellency and the accompanying delegation were received upon arrival at Hamad International Airport b»»»
Dubai adds 4 new bus routes, revamps 13 services from July 17
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) will roll out four new public bus routes and revamp 13 existing services from July 17 as part of a wider plan to improve connectivity between residential communities, business hubs and Metro stations while making public transport more efficient. The netwo»»»
Indian seafarer death toll from US-Iranian attacks in Hormuz rises to 8
NEW DELHI: The death toll among Indian seafarers due to US and Iranian attacks on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz has risen to eight after another was killed when Iran’s missile struck a tanker on Tuesday. Two oil tankers operated by a subsidiary of the UAE oil company ADNOC, MT Mombasa and MT Al-B»»»