Plan seeks to lift SMEs’ contribution to GDP to 35% while cutting business costs Dubai: Saudi Arabia is seeking to create more than 500,000 direct and indirect jobs under a new national strategy designed to accelerate the growth of small and medium-sized enterprises, attract innovative global start»»»

Israeli National Security Minister Itamar BenGvir has put forward the “Disengagement 710” plan as the political platform and central electoral programme of his party, Otzma Yehudit (Jewish Power). The name itself is a symbolic reference to the Hamas attack on Israeli communities on October 7, 2023»»»

AMMAN — Minister of Industry, Trade and Supply Yarub Qudah said Jordan has reached an understanding with the United States that will keep more than 60 per cent of Jordanian exports to the US market subject to zero tariffs, while the remaining exports will face an additional tariff of just 10 per ce»»»

Hungary is set for a dramatic weather divide this week as a wavy cold front crosses the country, bringing a sharp drop in temperatures to the west while summer-like warmth lingers in the east. Wednesday will bring us one more warm day According to a forecast video from the meteorologists at Hungaro»»»

Inquiry finds ‘complete failure’ to protect babies at Letby hospital An appeals court judge issued a scathing report Tuesday that found dysfunctional management and a “complete failure” to protect babies at the British hospital where neonatal nurse Lucy Letby was convicted of murdering seven newbor»»»

Doha: Qatar’s updated requirements for subdividing private residential villa land allow eligible plots to be divided into parcels as small as 400 square metres, giving owners greater flexibility to develop their properties while potentially increasing residential land supply over the coming years. »»»

Hungary and Ukraine have recently reached an agreement in order to restore the rights of the Hungarian minority in Ukraine. The agreement defines basic rights in language, education, social and political, and cultural spheres. The Ukrainian side undertook to expand the range of rights of the Hungar»»»

TechnologyGlobal issuesWhy AI researchers warn humanity could face extinctionThomas LatschanCould artificial intelligence pose an existential threat to humanity? Some leading researchers are warning against an unregulated race toward AI superintelligence. https://p.dw.com/p/5MZxqSome researchers ar»»»

Industry leaders urge stronger airline-government ties, better connectivity, smarter data Dubai: Tourism across the region can recover quickly after conflict, but rebuilding traveller confidence will take coordinated action from airlines, governments, destinations, and the wider travel industry, sp»»»

Al Sharaa says UAE’s development experience offers lessons for Syria’s new phase Dubai: Syrian President Ahmed Al Sharaa said the UAE has become one of Syria’s most important regional reference points, praising President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan as “a brother” and saying he w»»»

Toronto, Canada: Canada will remain a crucial partner for the United States in "key areas," Prime Minister Mark Carney said Tuesday as he addressed a meeting of top global investors. Carney told the Canada Investment Summit that the North American neighbors had always maintained close ties, "even a»»»

New rule lets eligible Indian travellers explore Uzbekistan visa-free for a month Indian citizens holding valid multiple-entry business or tourist visas issued by select countries can stay in Uzbekistan for up to 30 days without obtaining an Uzbekistan visa, the Embassy of India in Tashkent has ann»»»

Hungary’s Foreign Minister Anita Orbán has filed a criminal complaint over the use of private and military aircraft for official trips during the tenure of her predecessor, Péter Szijjártó. Billions in additional costs alleged Orbán said an internal review of the Foreign Ministry had uncovered seri»»»

Doha, Qatar: Director of the Media and Communication Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Ibrahim bin Sultan Al Hashmi stressed the State of Qatar's support for all diplomatic efforts aimed at ensuring freedom of maritime navigation, emphasizing the importance of reaching a comprehensive a»»»

Once a ragtag militia, the group now holds leverage over Saudi Arabia and global shipping Dubai: A militia that began as a relatively small rebel movement in the mountains of northern Yemen now finds itself with the ability to influence an international war, threaten one of the world’s most importa»»»

Kazim says DWC shift will happen in phases, with cargo and Dubai South's 2032 target Dubai: Emirates' move to the Dubai’s new passenger terminal at Dubai World Central (DWC) is progressing in phases, with Dubai South's investment on track for a 2032 target, the airline's Deputy President and Chief »»»

Trump compared the fears of AI taking control to warnings about climate change Washington: US President Donald Trump on Monday dismissed fears that artificial intelligence could wipe out humanity, repeatedly calling them a hoax and rejecting global calls to put guardrails around the fast-moving tec»»»

Inside Bahrain's ATM 2026 booth, field researchers showcase pearl shucking for visitors AI can never replace the culture of Pearl shucking, says Mohamed Slaise, Field Researcher from Danat Institute Bahrain, at the Bahrain pavilion of Arabian Travel Market 2026. “Our seas are full of oysters in eve»»»

Education system reform is an absolute priority for the government, Prime Minister Rumen Radev said while opening the new school year at Hristo Botev Primary School in the village of Rakovitsa. Radev said the government plans to introduce a “zero grade,” or pre-first grade, for children who face di»»»

Doha: Director of the Media and Communication Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Ibrahim bin Sultan Al-Hashmi, affirmed Qatar's support for all diplomatic efforts aimed at ensuring freedom of maritime navigation, emphasizing the importance of reaching a comprehensive agreement that »»»

It all began when the Walker family signed up for the Yas Annual Pass rewards programme For one theme park loving family, the Yas Annual Pass rewards programme came with a new adventure: a five-day all-expenses-paid trip to the US, where they visited SeaWorld San Diego and Sesame Place San Diego. T»»»

BusinessUnited States of AmericaWhy the era of cheap government debt is overThomas KohlmannUS debt has topped $40 trillion. How risky is the growing debt burden, and will investors keep funding Washington's deficits? https://p.dw.com/p/5MYxMIf bond yields continue to rise, a stock market correction»»»

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - A conflict involving the Shiite military-political movement Ansar Allah (Houthis) puts the United States at a disadvantage in all cases, Western media reported on Tuesday. Axios reported last week that US President Donald Trump had rejected requests from Saudi Crown Prince Mo»»»

A trail runner had an extraordinary encounter in the Börzsöny hills after spotting and filming an exotic South American animal wandering through the forest. Out of place exotic animal runs around in Hungary Dániel Bárdos was running towards the Hárombarát Saddle on Sunday afternoon when he noticed »»»

MIPIM 2027 will mark a new chapter for the global urban festival as it expands across Cannes, introducing new official destinations alongside its established home at the Palais des Festivals. From data centers to tech and AI, new stages and forums throughout Cannes will be fully integrated into the»»»

Police suspect inside knowledge after intruder entered through roof and emptied the safe A masked thief allegedly broke into a jewellery shop through its roof, spent around eight hours inside and escaped with more than 10 kilograms of gold in an unusually brazen overnight burglary in northern India»»»

The partnership expands access to long-term vehicle leasing across the UAE. ART Elite Car Rental LLC, a member of Elite Group Holding, has partnered with SelfDrive Mobility in a strategic move aimed at expanding access to long-term vehicle leasing across the UAE through SelfDrive's dealer-driven di»»»

Paris, France: With less than two weeks to go before Ballon d'Or voting closes, many leading candidates are campaigning hard to be awarded football's top individual honour. This self-promotion is a relatively recent development in a team sport where, until a few years ago, the top individual prize »»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The International Criminal Court (ICC) is a quasi-judicial body that has little in common with justice, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said on Tuesday. "The International Criminal Court is an entity that we should not even bother criticizing in great detail. Everyone know»»»

Holistic healing was one of the topics at a Dubai forum on connecting generations Dubai: Dr. Ludmilla Vassiliev spent years as a cardiologist before deciding that modern medicine was only telling half the story. Today, she is one of the pioneers of holistic healing in the UAE, which is a field she »»»

New digital system simplifies licensing, compliance and revenue management for operators Dubai: Holiday homeowners and operators in Abu Dhabi will face a simpler licensing process after the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi upgraded the emirate’s regulatory system for the sector. Sign u»»»

Ras Al Khaimah is expanding Jebel Jais trails with an 80km loop and Via Ferrata Ras Al Khaimah: Good news for hiking enthusiasts. UAE's highest peak, Jebel Jais, is set to get a major expansion of its hiking and climbing network, including an 80-kilometre Grand Loop and a five-day Via Ferrata, or i»»»

Preserved since the 1960s, the pump now sits at the heart of Al Faya retreat expansion One of the oldest petrol pumps of the 1960s meant to refuel early desert-crossing vehicles, a local shop, and a medical clinic serving the surrounding region are all being reimagined at the Al Faya retreat, locat»»»

Share: Photo illustration – The greatest danger may not be an AI that disobeys humanity, but one that obeys our poorly defined instructions with more power, speed and literalness than we ever anticipated. Leading AI developers are warning that machines may soon help build increasingly powerful succ»»»

Washington, United States: US President Donald Trump on Monday dismissed fears that artificial intelligence could wipe out humanity, repeatedly calling them a hoax and rejecting global calls to put guardrails around the fast-moving technology. "I am the Hoax Buster, and I'm right now breaking anoth»»»

Through its evolution from a passion project to a growing polo ecosystem, Singureni Manor has managed to put Romania on the international polo map. In this exclusive interview, Tito Gaudenzi, a veteran polo player and lifestyle events organiser, discusses the evolution of the estate, the role of it»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent: Israeli aircraft carry out strikes near the Industrial Area in the Gaza Strip 15-09-2026 12:48 PM Latest News Urgen»»»

The Hague: Rail travel in large parts of the Netherlands ground to a standstill Tuesday, after what authorities suspect were coordinated acts of sabotage with tubes attached to train tracks in multiple locations. Transport by train in most of the central and eastern part of the country was virtuall»»»

Skanska has launched the construction of the first phase of the Nowy Format office complex in central Kraków, located on the site of a former newspaper printing press. In its initial phase, the development will deliver over 20,000 sqm of modern Class A office space to Poland’s primary regional offi»»»

ING Bank Romania and Visa, in collaboration with Impact Hub Bucharest, have launched the third edition of She’s Next, a programme supporting women entrepreneurs. Applications are open from 15 September to 15 November 2026 through the dedicated She’s Next platform. The programme is open to businesse»»»

New DFNS partnership will support digital asset issuance, listing and trading at ADX Dubai: The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange is building digital asset wallet and tokenisation capabilities as it expands the infrastructure needed to support on-chain assets and future digital investment products. Get»»»

FlixBus, the global travel-tech company operating Europe’s largest intercity coach network, is launching a new direct connection between Bucharest and Chișinău and entering into its first partnership with a transport operator from the Republic of Moldova. The new route is operated in partnership wi»»»

Iran rejects US talks as attacks intensify and Brent crude stays above $108 Dubai: Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has fallen to just four commodity vessels a day as attacks intensify around the strategic waterway and Iran rules out negotiations with the United States, raising the stakes in a »»»

OVERVIEW The first day of school, September 15, is a topic that is present in all media. ECONOMY The daily Trud reports that the government does not plan to provide compensation to citizens or businesses for the high fuel prices. This transpired during Monday's sitting of the National Council for T»»»

Deal links Caspian gas assets with a 3,500km network serving regional and European markets Dubai: XRG has completed its acquisition of an equity stake in Southern Gas Corridor CJSC from Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Economy, adding a major export network to its growing portfolio of gas assets across the»»»

The rules require institutions to strengthen cybersecurity and incident reporting The new Operational Risk Management Regulation issued by the Central Bank of the UAE came into effect on September 14, 2026, marking a significant regulatory shift in how the UAE’s financial sector approaches risk — m»»»

Workshops, panels and counselling guide families on study and scholarship choices Students choosing universities today are looking beyond degree titles. They are weighing specialist skills, global exposure, technology and career pathways as higher education expands into new disciplines and responds»»»

Dubai entrepreneur’s women-only app turns ‘sometime’ chats into real-life hangouts Dubai: Mercy Joyce, 29, has lived in Dubai since 2020, and like most newcomers to the city, she joined every women's Facebook group and community chat she could find. The plans were always the same story - enthusiast»»»

Airline adds 11 MAX jets in 2026 and expands cabin baggage space across its fleet Dubai: flydubai passengers will see more lie-flat Business Class seats and larger overhead storage across parts of the airline’s Boeing 737 MAX fleet under a new cabin upgrade programme starting in September. Get upda»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia will succeed in returning its financial assets, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said on Tuesday. "The European Commission, as I said, still wants to confiscate these assets and then return them to us only after we pay Ukraine some reparations. We will secure the ret»»»