As France continues to pick up the pieces after riots and looting broke out on the fringes of nationwide peaceful demonstrations on October 17, the government is pushing forward a bill that would make protesters have to pay up to €10,000 in reparations for damage caused during public unrest – even »»»

The Brazilian election results had barely been announced before the defeated presidential candidate, Flavio Bolsonaro, packed his bags and fled with his family to the United States. The move may have dealt a serious blow to the already tarnished family brand, but does it spell the end for “Bolsonar»»»

Brazil's defeated far-right presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro insisted on Wednesday he is his country's rightful leader after arriving in the United States to start a self-imposed exile. Bolsonaro's defiance on fleeing to Florida signalled continued upheaval for Brazil, where leftist Presiden»»»

Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar and his Czech counterpart Andrej Babiš have pledged closer cooperation on energy, migration and transport, while Magyar delivered a sharp response to speculation about Viktor Orbán becoming the next UN secretary-general. Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar de»»»

Lebanon has received positive signs from Washington, which has informed President Joseph Aoun that Israel “will not expand its operations or carry out any war or military activity outside the security zone” if Hezbollah does not attack it first, the Nidaa al-Watan newspaper reported on Thursday. Ac»»»

This year’s event marks BRICO’s second Black Friday as part of the Altex Romania ecosystem. Altex and BRICO offer complementary solutions for home improvement, ranging from technology and household appliances to products for interior design, renovation and DIY. “We are living in a time when we are »»»

The campaign runs from 29 October to 15 November, in two successive waves of discounts. The first wave takes place between 29 October and 5 November, and the second between 6 and 15 November. 6 November marks the peak of the event, when evomag will offer customers the most discounts of the campaign»»»

A shooter suspected of killing one person and wounding five others last week in the town of Trappes, near Paris, is set to be held in pre-trial detention and will appear before judges on Thursday, France’s anti-terrorism prosecutor said. A man suspected of carrying out a shooting in the P»»»

Top UAE lender reports higher income, double-digit loan growth, assets reaching Dh1.47tr Dubai: First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) reported a 3 per cent increase in group net profit to Dh16.46 billion for the first nine months of 2026, supported by higher lending volumes, improved interest margins and grow»»»

Two days before the latest drone strike on a merchant ship off Bulgaria's coast, Prime Minister Rumen Radev offered an explanation for why the attacks had spread that has caused a diplomatic headache with Bulgaria's northern neighbor. Speaking at the Sofia Economic Forum on October 26, Radev said t»»»

The only nationally televised debate between the presidential candidates - Iliana Iotova and Andrey Gurov - will be broadcast live on Bulgarian National Television (BNT) at 9 p.m. on Thursday. The debate, which will be moderated by Poli Zlatareva, will cover issues of importance to society in which»»»

Footage of a sea drone striking the container ship CONTSHIP JET in the Black Sea near Cape Kaliakra has been released by the specialized website Maritime.bg. The video shows an unmanned surface combat vessel approaching the starboard side of the Liberian-flagged ship. The attack took place approxim»»»

The Administrative Court of Sofia Region has upheld first-instance sanctions totaling €310,000 against Klas Food and Alpha SD for misleading consumers by selling a product labeled “Deutsche Markenbutter” as cow's milk butter despite containing more than 95% palm fat, soybean oil, sunflower oil and »»»

This diversity can be seen in the positions currently promoted by companies taking part in Angajatori de TOP. PPC Romania is listing opportunities for energy engineers, electricians, grid connection and maintenance specialists, project management professionals, e-mobility, storage and renewable-ene»»»

Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar, represented by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), participated in the 10th Meeting of the GCC Ministerial Committee for Digital Government, held yesterday in the Kingdom of Bahrain, with the participation of Their Excellencies the Mini»»»

Doha, Qatar: Ambassador of Türkiye to Qatar H E Yakup Caymazoğlu has said that Turkish-Qatari relations are “renowned for their strength and depth” as they have evolved into a strategic partnership, characterised by a shared vision and a dynamic approach to regional challenges. He was addressing th»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Cancer Society (QCS) and Aspire Zone Foundation (AZF) have signed a cooperation agreement to support and organize the third edition of Relay for Life - Qatar 2026, scheduled for Friday, October 30, 2026, at Aspire Olympic Hall. The agreement reflects both organizations’ shared co»»»

Doha, Qatar: In cooperation with the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO), Qatar Chamber (QC) has launched an integrated Qatari model for entrepreneurship and innovation. The model is based on leveraging the strategic cooperation between the Chamber and UNIDO to empower entrep»»»

Cyclists advised to use designated parking for smooth Dubai Ride experience Dubai: If you’re cycling down Sheikh Zayed Road this Sunday, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has made the morning a little easier by naming designated parking locations for Dubai Ride 2026. Dubai Ride takes place on»»»

Doha, Qatar: Commercial Bank received the ‘Excellence Award for Leadership Skills Development’ at the inaugural Qatar Private Sector Nationalisation Awards 2026, organised by the Ministry of Labour. The awards were presented by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defence of the State of»»»

Doha, Qatar: Secretary General of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF), H E Dr. Philip Mshelbila underlined role undertaken by the State of Qatar in the global liquefied natural gas (LNG) market. He noted that Qatar serves as a key strategic partner in shaping the future of the energy sector, w»»»

Doha, Qatar: The ninth edition of the World Investment Forum (WIF) 2026 concluded yesterday in Doha, following three days of high-level discussions held from October 25 to 27, 2026. Hosted by the State of Qatar in partnership with UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD), under the theme “Investing in the»»»

Doha, Qatar: AlRayan Bank yesterday released its consolidated financial statements for the nine-month period ended September 30, 2026 with net profit attributable to the equity holders of the bank of QR978m. Chairman of the Board H E Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Qassim Al Thani commented: “The Gro»»»

Doha, Qatar: Ambassador of France H E Arnaud Pescheux has highlighted the vital role of graduates of French higher education institutions in strengthening bilateral relations between Qatar and France, describing them as essential bridges connecting the two countries across business, science, cultur»»»

Free to join, but you need a bib: how to register and prepare for Dubai Ride 2026 Dubai: Sheikh Zayed Road will swap cars for bicycles this Sunday, November 1, as Dubai Ride returns on the opening weekend of the Dubai Fitness Challenge. The free event offers two routes, a 12km ride along Sheikh Zay»»»

Doha, Qatar: Design Doha, Qatar’s premier contemporary design platform, has announced 20 finalists for the Design Doha Prize 2026, recognising outstanding creative talent from across the Middle East, North Africa and South Asia (MENASA) region and its diasporas. Selected from more than 500 applicat»»»

Doha, Qatar: Chairperson of Qatar Museums H E Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has underscored the importance of cultural investment, visionary leadership and community engagement in navigating global uncertainties, stressing that culture remains a powerful instrument for promotin»»»

Yerevan: Qatar participated in the High-Level Segment of the 17th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD COP17), held in Yerevan, Armenia, on October 27-28. The segment was held as part of the 2026 UN Biodiversity Conference, hosted by Armenia from O»»»

Manama: The State of Qatar has taken part in the 29th meeting of Their Excellencies GCC Ministers of Information to discuss ways to expand media cooperation among the bloc’s member states. The meeting was held yesterday in the Kingdom of Bahrain and brought together Their Excellencies GCC Ministers»»»

Doha, Qatar: Editor-in-Chief of The Peninsula, Prof. Khalid Mubarak Al-Shafi, received the Ambassador of China to Qatar, H E Cao Xiaolin, at the newspaper’s headquarters yesterday. During the meeting, the discussions focused on strengthening cooperation between the Chinese Embassy and The Peninsula»»»

Doha, Qatar: Egypt is eyeing to deepen its economic and investment ties with Qatar as Cairo advances reforms to attract foreign capital, expand private sector participation, and create new opportunities for bilateral business cooperation, an official has said. In an exclusive interview with The Pen»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Leadership Centre (QLC) has concluded the third edition of its Leadership Innovation Forum 2026, highlighting the importance of strategic planning, governance and knowledge transfer in building sustainable institutions and ensuring long-term success. The event was held under the »»»

Shang Summit aims to redefine Quezon City's skyline with towering ambitions MANILA: The under-construction Shang Summit is poised to transform the skyline of Quezon City, a suburb of Metro Manila, and this Asian capital. It's been dubbed as as the "tallest residential twin towers" in the Philippine»»»

Brazil's defeated right-wing presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro insisted Wednesday he is his country's rightful leader after arriving in the United States to start a self-imposed exile. Bolsonaro's defiance on fleeing to Florida signaled continued upheaval for Brazil, where leftist President L»»»

By Staff, Agencies Arab-led parties secured a combined 19 seats in the “Israeli” parliamentary election count, highlighting their strong showing with around 70% of votes counted. The Joint List secured 13 seats, while Ra’am won six. The results placed the Arab-led parties in a potentially influenti»»»

Hungary is planning stricter rules for electric scooters, including minimum age limits, compulsory helmets and driving licence requirements for more powerful models. Electric scooters will be regulated more strictly Prime Minister Péter Magyar outlined the proposals in a video posted on Facebook on»»»

Brazil's defeated presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro and his immediate family landed in Miami, Florida on Wednesday after he refused to surrender his passports as ordered by his country's Supreme Court in connection with a money-laundering probe. The US State Department on Tuesday announced it»»»

MoHAP joins ‘Today Before Tomorrow’ drive to stop nicotine dependence before it starts Dubai: The UAE is taking aim at vaping among young people, joining a Gulf-wide health campaign that urges teenagers and young adults to say no to e-cigarettes and other newer nicotine products before a habit can »»»

RIYADH: From T-shirts and hoodies to brooches and keychains, merchandise bearing patriotic slogans such as “Saudi Arabia is a red line” is drawing attention on social media following recent attacks on the Kingdom, with Saudi retailers offering a range of products celebrating national identity. The »»»

France's Senate on Wednesday approved a bill authorising rioters to be held financially accountable for damage caused during social unrest, with penalties of up to €10,000 and possible welfare benefit seizures. Rights groups warn the legislation could undermine the public's fundamental right to pro»»»

By Staff, Agencies American rapper Macklemore has reaffirmed his unwavering support for the Palestinian people, pledging to stand up for their rights and freedom until his “last breath,” amid reported tensions with English singer Ed Sheeran over his outspoken pro-Palestinian stance. Speaking at the»»»

President Joseph Aoun and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam have not received any “official guarantees” from Hezbollah regarding not engaging in a new war in support of Iran, an official source said. Speaker Nabih Berri also has not received “any pledge of this kind," the source told the Nidaa al-Watan ne»»»

There is a very old writing, often analyzed in the public space, which is directly related to the story of the evolution of humanity – the Book of Enoch. In this work with deep religious dimensions, a very interesting story appears – the story of Azazel, a watcher angel who violates the order estab»»»

Firms earning Dh50m or more must appoint an accredited provider ahead of 2027 rollout The UAE's transition to mandatory electronic invoicing is entering a crucial phase, with the first compliance deadline approaching on 30 October 2026. While the immediate focus is on compliance to meet regulatory »»»

PRESS REVIEW – Wednesday, October 28: Papers react to the ongoing election results in Israel. Next: Macklemore's Free Palestine tour is coming to Paris. Also: antidepressants don't work the way we thought. Finally: a sneak peek into boomer divorcées' dating lives. Both right-wing paper The Jer»»»

Critics have said that a proposed French law that would make rioters liable to pay thousands of euros for any damage they cause is anti-democratic, as it could undermine the legitimate right to protest. The government put forward the law in a bid to quell looting and vandalism on the fringes of ong»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Participants at the third Russia-Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum have been presented with samples of advanced Russian weapons, a Sputnik correspondent reported on Wednesday. An exhibition showcasing advanced Russian solutions in key economy sectors is taking place as part »»»

Doha, Qatar: The 4th Qatar Supply Chain Management Conference (SCMC) has called for stronger, more resilient and diversified supply networks to withstand global crises and ensure the uninterrupted flow of goods and services amid growing geopolitical and economic uncertainties. The conference, organ»»»

Romania's Prime Minister Luca Niculescu on Tuesday assured Romanian investors in Moldova of the support of his cabinet in the development of investment projects.At a meeting in Chisinau with ...»»»

Doha, Qatar: Director of the Government Communications Office (GCO) H E Sheikh Jassim bin Mansour bin Jabor Al-Thani met with Director General of the Government Communication Center of the State of Libya (LGCC) Mohamed Juma Abu Helga. The meeting addressed ways to develop the field of media communi»»»