OVERVIEW All media report on the two merchant vessels that were attacked with drones while sailing in the Bulgarian exclusive economic zone in the Black Sea in the early hours on Tuesday. The daily 24 Chasa quotes a crew member of the ABLE, one of the vessels that was attacked, as saying: "I think »»»

Pakistan's KSE-100 swings 2,288 points lower then 2,593 higher in two sessions Dubai: Pakistan’s benchmark KSE-100 index has swung sharply this week, with investors moving from heavy selling on Monday to aggressive buying on Tuesday and rather flat trade on Wednesday. Expectations of progress on th»»»

Largest single investment in a steel complex in United States history Washinton: Essar-backed Mesabi Metallics has announced an $18 billion investment to create a fully integrated steel complex in USA, connecting its iron ore mining and pelletizing operations in Minnesota with a new state-of-the-ar»»»

BuildGreen, one of the leading sustainability consulting firms in Central and Eastern Europe, has coordinated the LEED v4.1 O+M: Existing Buildings Platinum certification process for Banu Antonache Offices, an office building owned and managed by Adval Asset Management and located in Bucharest’s Fl»»»

Melbourne, Australia: A new global definition of clinical obesity classifies far fewer children as obese than the widely used body mass index (BMI), a measure of weight relative to height, an international study has found. The findings, published in eClinicalMedicine, part of The Lancet, could lead»»»

New York, USA: The State of Qatar has reaffirmed that sustainable development is not merely a national responsibility, but a shared global endeavor requiring strengthened international cooperation grounded in solidarity and partnership. Qatar underscored its readiness to continue working with all M»»»

In a statement marking the third anniversary of the October 7 operation, Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps hails the offensive as a “future-making event” that transformed the Resistance Axis into an “undeniable strategic reality” and sealed the fate of the “usurping Zionist regime” The Islamic»»»

Washington, Oct. 7 (SANA) Gold prices fell on Wednesday as the U.S. dollar strengthened, while investors awaited minutes from the Federal Reserve‘s September meeting for clues on whether policymakers remain inclined to raise interest rates further. Reuters reported that spot gold fell 0.8% to $4,13»»»

NEW YORK: The State of Qatar has reaffirmed that sustainable development is not merely a national responsibility, but a shared global endeavor requiring strengthened international cooperation grounded in solidarity and partnership. Qatar underscored its readiness to continue working with all Member»»»

A suspected coordinated attack by aerial and maritime drones on two commercial vessels inside Bulgaria’s exclusive economic zone was likely carried out using a Russian Geran-4 drone, drone manufacturer Draganfly founder Cameron Chell told Fox News, as one ship sank and its crew members remain missi»»»

The Ombudsman institution has consistently called for incentives for employers who hire more people with disabilities, Ombudsman Velislava Delcheva said at a conference in Sofia on Wednesday. The conference, entitled "20 Years Later: From Rights on Paper to Independent Living", was organized by Mar»»»

As retail moves beyond the traditional boundaries of the physical store, the relationship between brands and consumers is being reshaped by technology, new behaviours, and increasingly diverse expectations. Sabin Fane, Chief Customer Officer and Board Member at Lidl Romania, sat down with Business »»»

DUBAI: War strips away childhood long before it claims young lives. In Gaza, the small, quiet rhythms of growing up have been replaced by the relentless mechanics of survival — hungry bellies, grief for lost parents and bodies missing limbs struggling to endure. Three years after the Hamas-led Oct.»»»

Democratic Bulgaria (DB) on Wednesday proposed that Bulgaria seek consultations with its NATO allies under Article 4 of the North Atlantic Treaty and an urgent UN Security Council meeting following the drone attacks on vessels in Bulgaria's exclusive economic zone in the Black Sea. The proposals ar»»»

Two of four suspected adverse reaction reports from Croatia record a BCG vaccine dose ten times the prescribed amount, Bulgaria's Health Ministry said on Wednesday. A link to the vaccine was ruled out in another case. The Ministry's press office cited information from BulBio - National Centre of In»»»

OpenAI has selected INSAIT Founder and Scientific Director Martin Vechev to help study and refine new text watermarking technology, the Education and Science Ministry said on Wednesday. Vechev is among a select group of leading researchers chosen for the work. INSAIT is Sofia University's Institute»»»

Food prices in Hungary continued to decline in September, even as the country’s overall inflation rate accelerated. The latest figures could also strengthen calls to phase out the controversial margin cap on food retailers. Food prices down again Hungary’s overall inflation rate rose to 1.6% in Sep»»»

Colombo: Sri Lanka's anti-graft authority arrested former first lady Shiranthi Rajapaksa on Wednesday over allegations that her charity misused donations collected for a children's hospital. President Anura Kumara Dissanayake's government has revived long-dormant graft investigations involving memb»»»

Bulgaria does not feature in the key luxury travel rankings for 2027, according to the Virtuoso Luxe Report 2027, while Greece, Croatia and Turkey are strengthening their positions in the high-end tourism market. The report describes a luxury travel sector in which access, personalization, time and»»»

To boost school–family partnerships, teacher wellbeing, students' educational experiences Dubai: The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has set up the first Dubai Parents Council, made up of 15 parents of students in private schools, and the first Dubai Educators Council, made up of 1»»»

A day after the drone attack on two merchant ships in Bulgaria's exclusive economic zone, presidential candidate Andrey Gurov urged the President, the Prime Minister, and the Government to announce what specific measures have been taken to ensure the safety of Bulgarian citizens and the country's d»»»

The King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity (Mawhiba), in cooperation with the Ministry of Education, has opened registration for the 2026 Bebras Mawhiba Informatics Competition. Registration is open from October 6 to November 22, targeting students from third gra»»»

Bank offers one new share for every 34.14 held as assets cross Dh300 billion mark Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.Dubai: Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) shareholders have approved a rights issue to raise about Dh1.75 billion or $476 million. The iss»»»

AVAZA, Turkmenistan (Sputnik) - Russia is satisfied with the nature and prospects of its partnership with Turkmenistan, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said on Wednesday. "I would like to once again emphasize our satisfaction with the state and prospects of our deepened allied partnership," »»»

What makes Lord Allan Velasco and Wen stand out, and why they're under scrutiny Manila: Former Philippine House Speaker Lord Allan Velasco and his wife, Wen Velasco are at the centre of an investigation by the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) following explosive whistle-blower allegations. Fo»»»

The residential market in the southern part of the Bucharest metropolitan area continues to support the development of large-scale projects, while Popesti-Leordeni remains one of the locations where Ananda Group is steadily expanding its portfolio. Against this backdrop, tbi bank is providing a new»»»

Andra Ciorici-Chelmuș joins SyndiFi, the investment platform focused on commercial real estate, as an investor and advisor, a move aligned with a major milestone for the company: securing its crowdfunding service provider authorization from the Financial Supervisory Authority (ASF), in accordance w»»»

On April 30, 2022, Yahya Sinwar (1962–2024), then head of Hamas’ political bureau in the Gaza Strip, warned of a broad “regional religious war” if Israel continued its attacks on the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound and Jerusalem. He urged representatives of Palestinian factions and their armed wings to pre»»»

BUENOS AIRES: Lionel Messi has delivered ‌one last masterclass in the blue and white of Argentina as its most decorated player and captain, bringing the curtain down ⁠on his extraordinary 21-year ⁠international career by scoring one goal and setting up two others in a 3-0 friendly match against Ben»»»

Starbucks accused of violating labeling laws with sugar content in protein drinks Starbucks is facing a consumer lawsuit over claims that the protein drinks labeled “sugar-free” on its cafe menus may actually contain more sugar than a Reese’s peanut butter cup. The federal lawsuit filed late Friday»»»

Three years after the deadly Hamas-led October 7 attacks in southern Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is fighting for political survival ahead of legislative elections later this month. Reports that Arab leaders warned him of the assault in advance have undercut his claims that Israel's se»»»

Israel will mark the third anniversary of the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack on Wednesday with memorial events across the country, as heightened security surrounds the commemorations and voters prepare for an election in which the deadliest day in Israel’s history is expected to remain a central issu»»»

Young daughter lived alongside mother’s body after being told she was ill and sleeping Dubai: Egyptian police have arrested a 40-year-old man accused of killing his wife and keeping her body hidden inside their home in Shubra El Kheima for nearly three months while telling their young daughter that»»»

The search for the crew of the sunken cargo ship ALFA WATAN has been terminated and will not resume, the Bulgarian Maritime Search and Rescue Center announced. The vessel is believed to have sunk in about three minutes, according to initial reports. During the search, an overturned boat, three life»»»

How a search for the perfect work bag sparked a sustainable fashion revolution in UAE Dubai: Angana Maheshwari wasn't trying to become a fashion entrepreneur when the idea for Veganologie first took shape. She just wanted a good work bag that could fit her computer, power bank and wallet. It was du»»»

US President Donald Trump said Tuesday he would speak “very soon” with Russian President Vladimir Putin over the reported death from plague of a laboratory technician, as Washington and the World Health Organization pressed Moscow for greater transparency and clarity over conflicting accounts of th»»»

DOHA: Qatar Central Bank (QCB) has issued new instructions for insurance companies, exchange houses and financing companies to enhance access to financial services for persons with disabilities and the elderly, reinforcing its efforts to advance financial inclusion across Qatar. The instructions ar»»»

Sofia, Bulgaria: No survivors have been found from a ship that sank after a drone strike off the coast of Bulgaria, rescuers said Wednesday, announcing the end of search operations. Drones hit two commercial vessels early Tuesday in the Black Sea, the latest fallout from the Ukraine-Russia war in r»»»

MAKKAH: Umm Al-Qura University has registered a new patent with the Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property, related to the invention of a technology to extract nano-iron oxide compound from steelmaking slag, in a step that promotes the use of industrial waste in the production of advanced materi»»»

Growtech Middle East 2026 puts UAE farmers, sustainable agriculture & growth centre stage Dubai: Growtech Middle East, formerly known as Agra Middle East, will take place at Dubai World Trade Centre from 26–28 October 2026, with the UAE National Agriculture Centre (NAC) joining as its Strategic Gov»»»

New agreement opens access in finance, technology, healthcare, logistics, other services Abu Dhabi: The Trade in Services and Investment Agreement (TISIA) between the United Arab Emirates and the Republic of Belarus on Wednesday officially entered into force, marking a significant new phase in bila»»»

Health Ministry urges vaccination as seasonal respiratory virus activity increases Dubai: Saudi Arabia has recorded a 30 per cent rise in intensive care admissions linked to respiratory infections over the past three weeks as seasonal viruses become more active, the Health Ministry said. The minist»»»

Geneva: Medicine and surgery are not the answer for overweight children, the World Health Organization has said . Releasing its first guidelines addressing the sharp rise in obesity among children and adolescents, the WHO instead strongly recommended structured diets, physical activity and behaviou»»»

There is an awkward moment in a crisis that most organizations would prefer to skip. The immediate danger has eased, teams have adapted, workarounds exist, things are moving again. Everyone wants to ask: so, what do we do next? The more useful answer may be: not so fast. Before moving from adaptati»»»

Israelis gathered on Wednesday to commemorate the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas-led attack that killed 1,200 people, saw 251 taken hostage, and sparked a devastating war in Gaza that has left much of the territory in ruins and its 2 million people living in dire conditions. In southern Israel, families mourn»»»

It's perhaps the most dramatic wound inflicted on the Gaza Strip by Israel's military campaign over the past three years: The city of Rafah, once home to a quarter million people, has been erased. Satellite imagery shows the Israeli military has systematically razed the southern city and other town»»»

150 people to receive training in marketing, AI tools and business management Abu Dhabi: Families in Abu Dhabi who run businesses from their kitchens and living rooms are being offered a way to take the next step. The Authority of Social Contribution, Ma'an, part of the Department of Community Deve»»»

Ecuador: Fishermen along Latin America's Pacific coast are reeling in half-empty nets as ocean warming aggravated by El Nino causes tuna, anchovies and other top catches to migrate to cooler waters. From Ecuador and Peru in South America, to Panama and Guatemala in Central America, some skippers ha»»»

The expansion comes as Sharmax marks ten years of international development Dubai: Sharmax Motors, an international motorcycle and powersports manufacturer, has expanded its presence in the United Arab Emirates with the opening of its largest showroom in the country in Ras Al Khaimah. The facility »»»

Government employees to gain AI expertise under new Abu Dhabi programme Abu Dhabi-Abu Dhabi Government has launched a major artificial intelligence training programme, ‘AiNative’ at the Ai Everything, Abu Dhabi, that aims to equip 20,000 government employees with practical AI skills by the end of 2»»»