Ousted by Orbán, back with a vengeance: Hungary’s president András Baka to restore rule of law
In a secret ballot on Tuesday (11 August), the Hungarian parliament elected András Baka, a legal scholar and former president of the Supreme Court, as the country’s president with the votes of 140 MPs, presumably from the Tisza parliamentary group. The opposition Fidesz and KDNP parliamentary group»»»
Gamingtec secures UAE Gaming-related vendor licence, unlocking new iGaming opportunities
Abu Dhabi: Gamingtec has officially secured a Gaming-Related Vendor licence issued by the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) in the United Arab Emirates. This enables the company to offer its iGaming Platform, as well as their range of iGaming products, to licensed operators wit»»»
International Youth Day: The UAE’s young generation is already building its future
What does being young in the UAE look like in 2026? It might be a university student working on a start-up between lectures. It could be an athlete training before sunrise, a young Emirati sitting in a government meeting and offering an idea, or a teenager learning how to build with artificial inte»»»
Head of US travel association sounds alarm on potential expansion of visa bond program
NEW YORK: The US Travel Association said it is concerned the Trump administration’s visa bond program could be broadened beyond the dozens of countries currently covered, a move it says would have a detrimental impact on the travel industry and economy. The US Department of State this month made pe»»»
Fastest man on land pushes hydrogen car to record 406 mph in Utah desert - UPI.com
Aug. 12 (UPI) -- A retired Royal Air Force fighter pilot who is the only person to have traveled faster than the speed of sound on land, set a world land speed record for a hydrogen-powered car of more than 400 mph in Utah. Powered by two 800 horsepower hydrogen internal combustion engines, Briton »»»
Perseid meteor shower: Dubai Astronomy Group warns stargazers away from Al Khatim Desert
Dubai: With the Perseid meteor shower peaking tomorrow, Dubai Astronomy Group has issued a notice about one of the sites people often head to. Al Khatim Desert, in Abu Dhabi, is not recommended for independent stargazing. Most of it is private land, and visiting on your own is not permitted. The ex»»»
Troops, Tanks, and Earthen Barriers: ‘Israel’ Expands Ground Incursions Across Southern Syria
Israeli occupation forces have escalated their ground operations in southern Syria, pushing deeper into villages across the western Daraa countryside and the Quneitra province, while warplanes roar overhead and military checkpoints spring up in civilian areas, according to Syrian state media and lo»»»
Turkey condemns Colombia's recognition of Israel sovereignty over Golan Heights
Colombia, shortly after the swearing-in of conservative Abelardo de la Espriella as president on Friday, became just the second country to recognize Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights, which Israel captured during the 1967 Middle East war and later annexed in 1981. The United States, during»»»
Three Pakistanis among 6 killed in Houthi attack on ship
Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Wednesday condemned an attack by Houthi rebels on a ship in the Bab el-Mandeb strait, saying three Pakistanis had been killed in the attack and another wounded. A total of six people were killed in the attack on Tuesday. “Such attacks endanger innocent lives»»»
UAE’s Jaywan cards set for use in 183 countries through UnionPay network
Dubai: UAE cardholders will be able to use Jaywan mono-badged cards at more than 100 million points of sale and 1.8 million ATMs across more than 183 countries and regions under a new agreement between Al Etihad Payments and UnionPay International. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques»»»
Al-Manar correspondent reports constant Israeli drone activity over Beirut’s Dahiyeh - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent reports constant Israeli drone activity over Beirut’s Dahiyeh 12-08-2026 13:15 PM Latest News Urgent News Putin Warn»»»
Putin threatens retaliation for Western seizures of Russian commercial vessels
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday threatened retaliation for Western seizures of its commercial vessels, describing them as "piracy." Speaking on a visit to a Russian warship that was taking part in a naval exercise in the Pacific, Putin described the Western moves to detain vessels lin»»»
C&WE: Net take-up generated 73% of Bucharest’s office demand in H1, while vacancy rate fell to a five-year low
Bucharest’s office market continues to strengthen its fundamentals, supported by a recovery in occupier demand driven by new lease transactions and expansions, against a backdrop of limited new supply. Net take-up accounted for 73% of the total leasing activity in H1 2026, up from 53% during the sa»»»
ING Bank Romania and ENGIE Romania bring RoPay both online and to ENGIE customer service centers
ENGIE customers can now pay their bills via RoPay both online and at customer service centers, using the SoftPOS app operated by company representatives. For ING Bank Romania, this is the first integration of RoPay into the SoftPOS app, marking a new step in the expansion of the national instant pa»»»
67 million young people are jobless as weak growth and shrinking entry-level jobs hit youth
Dubai: Young people are facing a worsening global jobs market, with youth unemployment rising to 12.4 per cent in 2025 and an estimated 67 million people aged 15 to 24 out of work, according to a new report by the International Labour Organization (ILO). The findings, published on Tuesday in the IL»»»
Infantino hoping individual country federations will be his salvation
LONDON: There is usually a lull after a World Cup, as the global football family takes a deep breath before the club season begins, but not this summer. FIFA’s turmoil has dominated headlines and, as the Saudi Pro League kicks off on Thursday, the politics off the pitch is attracting almost as much»»»
Jeddah Islamic Port sets container throughput record in July
RIYADH: Jeddah Islamic Port set a new record for container throughput in July, handling 540,107 twenty-foot equivalent units, while daily truck traffic reached 20,000, highlighting its capacity to manage rising freight volumes. The port handled 206,927 imported containers, 155,270 exported containe»»»
BuildGreen: The energy crisis shows that decarbonization has become a competitive advantage for companies
The current energy crisis and the authorities’ call for companies to reduce consumption during peak demand periods demonstrate that energy has become one of the most important competitiveness factors for businesses. In this context, BuildGreen believes that decarbonization should be viewed not only»»»
Air India pilot found on cockpit floor after 300ft plunge, struggled to stand: Report
New Delhi: The pilot commanding an Air India flight that suddenly plunged 300 feet was reportedly found sitting on the cockpit floor after a stall warning and later struggled to stand after landing — fresh allegations that have deepened concerns over an incident in which more than 20 passengers and»»»
Putin Warns: Russia to ‘respond in kind’ to Vessel Seizure by EU Countries - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Putin Warns: Russia to ‘respond in kind’ to Vessel Seizure by EU Countries 12-08-2026 13:01 PM Russian President Vladimir Putin attends a m»»»
N. Korea vows to secure 'unparalleled' retaliatory capability over S. Korea's nuclear submarine push - UPI.com
North Korea on Wednesday condemned South Korea's push to build a nuclear-powered submarine. In this May 2026 photo, President Lee Jae Myung (C) is briefed on the country's submarine plans in Changwon. Photo by Yonhap North Korea on Wednesday denounced South Korea's efforts to build a nuclear-powere»»»
Things to do this weekend in Qatar (August 13-15, 2026)
Doha, Qatar: Your weekend just got better with a mix of sports, culture, family activities, shopping and traditional events across Qatar. A variety of activities, including women-only races, exciting fitness challenges, camel racing, creative workshops and summer shopping, are lined up for everyone»»»
Sofia to Build 20-Plus Nurseries to Address Daycare Shortage
Sofia Mayor Vassil Terziev told a press briefing on Wednesday that more than 20 nurseries are being built in the capital, with 1,500 new places expected to open in the coming months and years. Terziev was attending the opening of a renovated nursery in Lozenets borough. The Mayor reported that ther»»»
India's Tata Sons chairman says he is stepping down
Mumbai, India: Tata Sons chairman N. Chandrasekaran said Wednesday he would not seek reappointment when his term ends next year, deepening a leadership crisis at India's largest conglomerate. Tata Sons is the single largest shareholder in firms including IT giant Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and»»»
Middle East war impact on travel bookings fading, TUI says
FRANKFURT: German travel giant TUI said Wednesday that bookings were returning to normal levels despite the ongoing Mideast war, as it presented its latest financial results. Tourism in Europe is experiencing a turbulent summer marked by soaring jet fuel prices because of the US and Israeli war aga»»»
Miss Palestine 2026 launches ‘Beauty beyond borders’ competition for women in Palestine and the diaspora: Here's how to apply for the pageant
The Miss Palestine Organisation has opened applications for a new national competition, inviting Palestinian women living in Palestine and across the diaspora to take part in Miss Palestine 2026. The competition, being held under the theme “Beauty Beyond Borders”, is open to Palestinian women aged »»»
Finance Minister: LE 6 bln targeted for cash payment of third tranche of exporters’ dues
Finance Minister Ahmed Kouchouk said the government is targeting the allocation of six billion LE to pay in cash the third tranche of overdue dues owed to exporters for shipments made before July 1, 2024. Kouchouk said applications from exporting companies seeking to benefit from the third tranche »»»
EU has no idea who will pick up tab for €90 bn Ukraine loan – MEP
The EU is pumping €90 billion ($105 billion) into Ukraine without knowing how the burden of the interest-free loan will be distributed among member states, German MEP Fabio De Masi told the Berliner Zeitung, warning that the money will enrich “corrupt oligarchs” in Ukraine. Member states gave the g»»»
New 10,000-seat kok-boru arena built in Issyk-Kul region - | 24.KG
A new venue for kok-boru competitions has been built in Issyk-Kul region ahead of the VI World Nomad Games. Chief director of the Games Altynbek Maksutov announced. Photo Internet The arena has a capacity of 10,000 spectators. According to Maksutov, the stands are located about 10 meters from the p»»»
Seoul shares up sharply higher for 3rd day on chip rally - UPI.com
This photo, taken Wednesday, shows the trading room of Hana Bank in Seoul as South Korean stocks rose by more than 3.6 percent on a chip rally. Photo by Yonhap South Korean stocks ended sharply higher for the third straight session Wednesday as investors scooped up major chipmakers. The Korean won »»»
1.8 Million Cubic Metres of Danube Water Pumped into Srebarna Lake, Hydrological Situation Remains Difficult
The operation to transfer water from the Danube River to the lake in the Srebarna Reserve is continuing, with approximately 1.8 million cubic metres of water already pumped into the lake, public relations expert at the Regional Inspectorate of Environment and Water in Ruse, Reni Petrova, told BTA o»»»
Iranian-backed Houthis kill 6 in attack on vessel
Six people were killed Tuesday by Houthis firing missiles on a vessel in the Bab el-Mandeb strait, Yemeni authorities said. Yemen's coast guard said the dead included four crew members and two members of the government-allied National Resistance Forces. Houthis fired three ballistic missiles at the»»»
Media Review: August 12
HEADLINES Wednesday's media coverage focuses on the fatal beating of Georgi Kuzev in Plovdiv and the broader problem of youth groups organizing violence online. Reports examine the Government's proposed prevention measures, the role of families, schools and social media, and the possible influence »»»
Space42 and Leonardo DRS partner on AI-enabled satellite connectivity for UAE national security
Dubai: Space42, the UAE-based AI-powered SpaceTech company with global reach, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Leonardo DRS to integrate Leonardo DRS mission systems with Space42’s secure satellite connectivity to boost sovereign national security across the UAE. Sign up for our daily »»»
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed: UAE youth will write new chapters in nation’s success story
Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, has hailed young Emiratis as the nation’s future-makers and true wealth, saying there are no limits to their ambitions or what »»»
What to eat on Etihad Rail’s new Abu Dhabi–Fujairah trains: Machboos, Ghaf juice and more
Dubai: Passengers travelling on Etihad Rail’s Abu Dhabi–Fujairah passenger service are being given a taste of the UAE along the way, with a specially curated onboard menu inspired by Emirati flavours and culinary traditions. The culinary experience, developed by Capital Catering, the food and bever»»»
Iran knew Trump’s hotel floor during July Nato summit in Turkey as missile threat emerged
Dubai: Iran knew where US President Donald Trump was staying in Ankara — down to the floor of the building — as American intelligence detected a possible missile threat near the Nato summit, new details have revealed. US intelligence picked up multiple streams of information as Trump entered the fi»»»
PM Praises Governance Programme as Enforcing De-Oligarchization, Upholding the Rule of Law
Speaking at the start of the Council of Ministers' sitting on Wednesday morning, Prime Minister Rumen Radev said that on Wednesday, the government will be adopting its governance programme, which is a set of policies aimed at de-oligarchization, upholding the rule of law, streamlining the administr»»»
Why N Chandrasekaran’s third term at Tata Sons fell apart
Dubai: N Chandrasekaran’s proposed third term as Tata Sons chairman became caught in disagreements over capital spending, losses at newer businesses and whether the holding company could remain private. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.He will serv»»»
Back-to-school deals in the UAE: Where to shop for school essentials
The new school year is getting closer, and families across the UAE are starting to tick items off their school shopping lists. Whether you need a new backpack, stationery, lunch box, water bottle or a pair of school shoes, retailers across the UAE are bringing out their back-to-school collections w»»»
Sharjah Police nab lorry driver who hid number plate with mud to evade traffic cameras
Sharjah: Sharjah Police have caught a lorry driver who deliberately covered the numbers on his vehicle’s registration plate with mud in an attempt to conceal its details and evade traffic monitoring systems. The driver was identified through Sharjah Police’s traffic surveillance network, which cove»»»
UAE urges stronger BRICS financial ties and wider emerging-market representation
Dubai: The UAE called for stronger financial cooperation among BRICS countries and wider representation for emerging economies in global financial institutions during the first BRICS Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors Meeting under India’s 2026 presidency. Sign up for our daily business n»»»
China plans to develop modern coal industry by 2030
Beijing: China has unveiled a plan to develop a modern coal industry by 2030, aiming to balance energy security with green transition. The plan, issued by the National Development and Reform Commission and the National Energy Administration, expected to account for 87 percent of China's total coal »»»
Princess Rajwa steps out in soft tailoring in Amman
DUBAI: Saudi-born Princess Rajwa Al-Hussein stepped out in an all-gray ensemble by Japanese label Toga Archives as she joined her husband, Crown Prince Hussein bin Abdullah of Jordan, at a university graduation in Amman this week. The princess attended the graduation of Al-Hussein Technical Univers»»»
Well-preserved walls of ancient building found at bottom of Issyk-Kul Lake - | 24.KG
Remains of an ancient structure have been discovered at the bottom of Issyk-Kul Lake during a joint expedition by Kyrgyz and Japanese researchers. According to preliminary information, the researchers found the brick walls of a building. Despite having remained underwater for a long period, the str»»»
Russian Pacific Fleet Ready to Board and Detain Shadow Fleet Vessels of Western Nations - Commander
Russian Pacific Fleet is prepared to carry out tasks involving the inspection and detention of shadow fleet vessels belonging to unfriendly Western countries, Fleet Commander Admiral Viktor Liina has reported to President Vladimir Putin aboard the cruiser Varyag. "Western states are actively employ»»»
Mohammed bin Rashid hails UAE youth as nation’s greatest wealth and hope on International Youth Day
Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has reaffirmed the UAE leadership’s confidence in young Emiratis, describing them as the nation’s greatest wealth and greatest hope as the world marks International Youth Day.»»»
World's happiest countries: 3 surveys, 3 ways of measuring 'happiness' — Finland tops life satisfaction, rival survey crowns Indonesia, others
Happiness is difficult to measure. But the latest global surveys agree on one thing: where people live, how they judge their lives and how they feel day to day can produce very different pictures of what it means to be happy. The 2026 World Happiness Report, released by the Wellbeing Research Centr»»»
Kuwaiti student sues Education Ministry, wins case overturning failed school year
Dubai: A Kuwaiti court has overturned an Education Ministry decision that failed a middle-school student and ordered that she be declared successful and promoted to the eighth grade after a technical glitch prevented her from accessing online classes. The dispute began during the second semester wh»»»
Beijing shuts tourist sites, suspends bus routes as rain continues
Beijing: Beijing shut tourist attractions, suspended bus services and construction work, and evacuated residents from high-risk areas as heavy rain continued to lash the Chinese capital on Wednesday. The city closed 151 tourist attractions and 157 camping sites, and suspended operations at more tha»»»