Oil prices fall on US inventory build despite Saudi supply concerns
London, Sept. 16 (SANA) Oil prices fell on Wednesday after an unexpected build in U.S. crude inventories outweighed concerns over Saudi supply following the suspension of loadings at the Red Sea port of Yanbu. Brent crude futures fell 93 cents, or 0.86%, to $107.82 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas I»»»
Video: What happens when drivers, pedestrians don't follow road rules?
It's dangerous to try and cross the road without warning, it says Abu Dhabi Police have called on all road users to adhere to safety rules in a social media post today (September 16). In the X post, which came with both message and video, it urged people to follow rules and warned of the dangers of»»»
US in constant contact with UAE, Saudi on Red Sea: Massad Boulos
Trump administration says Red Sea navigation remains a key priority Dubai: The United States is in constant coordination with the UAE and Saudi Arabia over security around Bab-el-Mandeb and the wider Red Sea, a senior White House adviser said on Wednesday. Massad Boulos, Senior Advisor to the US Pr»»»
7-year-old Dubai-based Indian child dies of ultra-rare brain disorder during Kerala vacation
Father shares 45-day ordeal; actress Shamna Kasim pays heartfelt tribute to dance student Dubai: A seven-year-old Indian expat student in the UAE has died after a sudden and ultra-rare neurological illness that affects one in a million children struck her during what was meant to be a happy summer »»»
US House votes for a third time to end Iran war
Few more Republicans join all Democrats voting to bring an end to the conflict Washington: For a third time, the US House has voted to end the war in Iran, approving a war powers resolution that would halt President Donald Trump’s ability to continue military action without congressional approval. »»»
Revolut granted Colombian banking licence and applies for Swiss authorisation, committing CHF 150 million investment
Revolut, the global financial leader with more than 80 million customers announced it has received its licence to operate (licencia de funcionamiento) from the Superintendencia Financiera de Colombia (SFC). This definitive authorization will allow Revolut to operationalize as a regulated bank in Co»»»
CWS Workwear opens new industrial laundry facility in Brașov, following an investment of approximately EUR 3 million
CWS Workwear, a European leader in sustainable workwear as service, has opened a new industrial laundry facility in Brașov following an investment of approximately EUR 3M. The official opening event brought together representatives of customers, CWS Workwear’s international and local management, lo»»»
7-year-old Dubai-based Indian child dies of ultra-rare brain disorder during Kerala vacation
Father shares 45-day ordeal; actress Shamna Kasim pays heartfelt tribute to dance student Dubai: A seven-year-old Indian expat student in the UAE has died after a sudden and ultra-rare neurological illness that affects one in a million children struck her during what was meant to be a happy summer »»»
Worked through Holi, Diwali and hospital stay — then lost his Oracle job after 12 years
The latest cuts began in the US on September 14 and have since reached India An Oracle employee who spent 12 years at the technology company has lost his job, and his wife’s account of his dedication has drawn attention online. Pooja Sahu said her husband, Sourabh, discovered he had been laid off a»»»
Gaza apartment block collapse leaves 20 dead, many missing
Among the dead are five infants, while dozens of people remain trapped GAZA CITY Gaza authorities said Wednesday that at least 20 people including five children had died and dozens more were missing after an apartment building collapsed from damage sustained in earlier Israeli strikes. The six-stor»»»
Travel demand will return with a vengeance, says flydubai CEO
Bigger fleet, cargo and premium travel underpin flydubai's next growth phase Dubai: flydubai is confident that travel demand to the region will return “with a vengeance” as the impact of the US-Iran conflict fades, with the Dubai carrier preparing for its next phase of growth through a bigger fleet»»»
Seven Bilateral Cooperation Documents Signed at Bulgarian-Czech Business Forum
Seven bilateral cooperation documents covering defence, medical devices, business, the defence industry and transport were signed at a Bulgarian-Czech business forum in Sofia on Wednesday. The documents were signed in the presence of Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev and Czech Prime Minister And»»»
Parliamentary Legal Affairs Committee to Hear SJC Candidates from Parliament’s Quota over Three Days
The parliamentary Committee on Legal Affairs will hear the 20 candidates for members of the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) from Parliament's quota over three separate days. The hearings will take place from November 2 to 4, as it would not be possible to hear all the candidates in a single day, acc»»»
Jude Bellingham shares Dubai memories with Burj Khalifa snap
The Real Madrid star showed a number of pictures from his last trip to Dubai Dubai: Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham has taken a trip down memory lane, sharing a collection of pictures from his previous visit to Dubai with his 56.2 million Instagram followers. The England midfielder posted a carous»»»
US Diesel Prices Hit New All-Time High for Second Day in Row
WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - The average price of diesel fuel in the US has hit a new all-time high for the second day in a row, reaching $6.31 per gallon (approximately 3.8 liters), according to data from the American Automobile Association (AAA) studied by Sputnik on Wednesday. On Tuesday, the average »»»
Prolonging US-Iran Conflict Not Meeting Interests of Int'l Community - China's Wang Yi
BEIJING (Sputnik) - The continuation of the conflict between the United States and Iran does not meet the interests of the two countries or the international community, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Wednesday. Earlier in the day, Wang Yi held talks with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Ara»»»
Velichie Party Registers Candidates for October 25 Presidential Election
Velichie political party submitted documents to the Central Election Commission (CEC) to register Ivelin Mihaylov as its presidential candidate and Yuliana Mateeva as vice-presidential candidate for the October 25, 2026 presidential election. The party submitted 7,000 signatures in support of its r»»»
Djokovic confirms he will play at Beijing ATP tournament
BEIJING - Serbia's top-ranked tennis player Novak Djokovic confirmed on Wednesday he will be competing at the upcoming Beijing ATP tournament. Djokovic, who was previously registered as a participant, confirmed in social media posts that he will be playing at the tournament. The Serbian has won the»»»
Anubhav Singh Bassi and Aries Spears join Abu Dhabi Comedy Season lineup
Bassi and Aries Spears will perform back to back at Etihad Arena on November 21 Dubai: Abu Dhabi Comedy Season has added two more names to its growing 2026 lineup, with Indian stand-up star Anubhav Singh Bassi and American comedian Aries Spears both set to perform at Etihad Arena on Yas Island on N»»»
Gasic receives Ohio National Guard commander
BELGRADE - Serbian caretaker Defence Minister Bratislav Gasic met on Wednesday in Belgrade with Ohio National Guard Commander Maj-Gen Matthew Woodruff, noting that Serbia and the US are connected by nearly 150 years of diplomatic relations, as well as by numerous shared values. "During the meeting,»»»
Michel Aoun files complaint over reports implicating him in port blast case
Former President Michel Aoun, represented by lawyer Wadih Akl, on Wednesday filed a criminal complaint, after media reports said the public prosecution has requested that he be indicted over the 2020 Beirut port explosion. In the complaint Aoun accused certain parties of "insult, defamation, slande»»»
PM Radev Calls on Bulgaria and Czechia to Move Beyond Trade, Develop Technology and Industry Together
Prime Minister Rumen Radev said Bulgaria and Czechia should move beyond trade and work together to develop technology, industry and marketing, while jointly offering their new technologies and products on third-country markets. Radev was speaking at a Bulgarian-Czech business forum in Sofia held as»»»
Ellington Properties, ADCB pioneer new off-plan and ready pre-approved home buying solutions
Partnership offers customers competitive rates and flexible financing solutions Ellington Properties and Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB) have partnered to introduce pre-approved home financing solutions for ready and off-plan residential developments in Dubai, making it easier for eligible buyers »»»
Czech PM Babis Expects Rise in Bilateral Business with Bulgaria
Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis expects Bulgaria and Czechia to increase bilateral business and develop joint projects, he said at a Bulgarian-Czech business forum in Sofia on Wednesday. He noted that Czech companies are export-oriented and that it is important for conditions to be created for bu»»»
Abu Dhabi Congress to explore how AI, investment can shape future of Arabic
Congress ACI will bring tech leaders, investors, academics and creators together on Sep 20 How can artificial intelligence better understand Arabic? How can Arabic books, films and games become valuable intellectual property? And what investment is needed to turn creative ideas into sustainable bus»»»
Qatar Airways showcases innovation, onboard connectivity, and next-gen travel experiences at Arabian Travel Market 2026
DUBAI: Qatar Airways marked its participation at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, with a showcase of its latest advancements in premium travel and digital innovations. Visitors of Qatar Airways’ immersive pavilion were offered a closer look at how the airline is »»»
Amira El-Sallab Launches Arab World’s First Foundation Dedicated to Social Peace
Amira El-Sallab, a cultural entrepreneur and social advocate, has launched Seba, a new social foundation dedicated to promoting the concept and culture of social peace, coinciding with the annual observance of the International Day of Peace on September 21. El-Sallab said peace is the foundation of»»»
Dubai approves 80km Fourth Corridor to cut travel time
BREAKING NEWSDh3.5 billion project to link Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, with 12-lane road, bridges and tunnels Dubai: Dubai has approved the implementation of a new 80km Fourth Corridor that will strengthen road links between the emirates and cut journey times by up to 60 per cent. Approved by Sheikh Hamdan»»»
Maresca defends VAR officials after Man City benefit from error
London: Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca on Wednesday expressed sympathy for VAR officials after his team benefited from a clear error in their 1-0 win against Manchester United. Erling Haaland scored a controversial winner in the 60th minute at Old Trafford on Sunday to make it four wins out of f»»»
Gaza apartment block collapse death toll rises to 20, many still missing
Gaza City, Palestinian Territories: Gaza authorities said Wednesday that at least 20 people including five children had died and dozens more were missing after an apartment building collapsed from damage sustained in earlier Israeli strikes. The six-storey building, which had four apartments per fl»»»
Emirates, KHDA partner for Dubai City of Students plan
New MoU boosts Dubai’s bid to become a top global hub for international students Emirates and the Knowledge and Dubai’s Human Development Authority (KHDA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to partner on key initiatives advancing Dubai's ambition to become a leading global destination »»»
EU proposes Canada as first associate member
Ursula von der Leyen says Canada and the EU would build broader ‘Alliance for the Future’ Strasbourg: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday proposed making Canada the European Union’s first associate member, a striking overture as US President Donald Trump’s threats drive »»»
10 Chinese guest workers and 37 bunk beds found at former restaurant building in Szeged
Authorities found 10 Chinese guest workers and 37 metal bunk beds at a former restaurant in Szeged during inspections in late July. Officials subsequently determined that the building, in its current condition, was not suitable for use as accommodation. Guest workers from China found in a dilapidat»»»
Warships drill attack on Arctic archipelago
A flotilla from Russia’s Northern Fleet has engaged in an exercise that included the simulated conquest of the remote New Siberian Islands archipelago. The flotilla, which set out from Severomorsk on the Kola Peninsula in early September, conducted training with forces in Kotelny, a military base o»»»
UAE launches ‘Visit UAE’ tourism brand to market seven emirates as one destination
Economy Ministry also unveils UAE Grand Tour platform offering 14 day trips Dubai: The UAE has launched its first unified national tourism brand, “Visit UAE”, bringing the seven emirates under a single federal tourism identity as the country seeks to strengthen its global appeal, attract more inter»»»
Sharjah tourism set for faster growth as new destinations and infrastructure expand
Culture remains at the heart of Sharjah’s tourism strategy as it develops new experiences Dubai: Sharjah is entering a new phase of tourism growth, with major developments across its Central Region and East Coast expected to broaden the emirate’s appeal to visitors from the UAE and around the world»»»
Kyrgyzstan to launch eight new online notary services from October 1 - | 24.KG
Starting October 1, Kyrgyzstan’s Ministry of Justice will launch a new stage of digitalization in the notary sector, expanding the range of remote services available through the Electronic Notary mobile app. The initiative is aimed at improving access to notarial services, reducing queues at notary»»»
'Breathing toxin every day': Indonesians choked by haze feel helpless
Pontianak, Indonesia: Struggling to breathe through the acrid haze emanating from wildfires on Indonesia's Borneo island, residents told AFP on Wednesday they feared for their health but had little to do but wait out the foul-smelling hazard. Indonesia, which shares Borneo with Malaysia and Brunei,»»»
New Test Generator Now Available to Bulgarian Teachers
Bulgarian teachers can now use a new intelligent test generator developed by Prosveta Publishing House, the publisher said Wednesday. TestUM offers a bank of verified questions covering all general education subjects from second to twelfth grade. Each question is aligned with the curriculum, has an»»»
EU chief calls for creation of a ‘European Security Council’ - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe EU chief calls for creation of a ‘European Security Council’ 16-09-2026 13:24 PM Latest News Urgent News Death toll from building collapse »»»
Lenin, Marx and Ho Chi Minh could disappear from Kolkata street signs
Panel weighs new names as BJP government reviews roads linked to Communist icons Dubai: Kolkata could soon lose some of its most distinctive political street names, with West Bengal’s new BJP government considering proposals to rename roads honouring Communist icons Vladimir Lenin, Karl Marx and Vi»»»
Dubai launches guide to make existing buildings greener, more efficient and cost-effective
To help cut energy costs, save water, reduce carbon emissions and improve indoor comfort Dubai: Dubai Municipality has launched a new Existing Buildings Greening Guide across the emirate, giving building owners, operators and investors a practical roadmap to make their properties more sustainable a»»»
Iran’s Pezeshkian: We must mobilize all social and cultural capacities to thwart enemy conspiracies - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Iran’s Pezeshkian: We must mobilize all social and cultural capacities to thwart enemy conspiracies 16-09-2026 14:24 PM Latest News Urgent »»»
Vucic to make public address about rulings in former "KLA" leaders' war crimes trial
BELGRADE - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic will make a public address at 6.30 pm on Wednesday in the wake of rulings in a trial of four former leaders of the so-called "Kosovo Liberation Army" ("KLA"), Tanjug learns. Earlier in the day, the Hague-based Kosovo Specialist Chambers sentenced Hasim »»»
Russia Has No Plans to Attack Europe, But If It Attacks Russia, War Will Be Short - Lavrov
YEKATERINBURG (Sputnik) - Russia does not intend to attack Europe, but if it attacks Russia, the war will be short, as Russian President Vladimir Putin warned, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said on Wednesday. "I would like to emphasize that we have no interest in engaging in this [attackin»»»
Kyrgyzstan to introduce SupTech in banking sector - | 24.KG
The Board of the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has approved a concept and roadmap for the development of supervisory technologies (SupTech) for 2026–2031. The program includes a range of initiatives to automate regulatory processes and introduce digital tools based on artificial intelligence, machine»»»
GERB-UDF to Alert EU Institutions about Government Pressure on Audit Office
GERB-UDF will alert competent EU and international institutions and organizations regarding government pressure on the National Audit Office. "We will refer the matter to the competent European and national institutions regarding possible political pressure from the executive branch and an attempt »»»
Half of 2026 REA partner school graduates admitted to international universities
Half of the 12th-grade graduates from Romania Education Alliance (REA) partner schools in the Class of 2026 have been admitted to universities across Europe, Asia, and Australia, according to an analysis conducted by the network. The other half will continue their studies at universities in Romania»»»
Sharjah Police warn motorists against overtaking school buses
Drivers warned that a moment of haste could put children in danger Sharjah: Police have urged motorists to stop for school buses, warning that a few seconds of impatience could put children's lives at risk. Major Saud Al Shaiba, Head of the Awareness Department at Sharjah Police, said drivers must »»»
Abu Dhabi Judicial Department offers family, psychological and legal support at International Book Fair
Visitors explore legal services, counselling and new judicial publications Abu Dhabi: Visitors to the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair can access family and psychological consultations and learn more about legal services through the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD) pavilion. ADJD is taking par»»»