Qatar's Cyber Security Agency alerts Mac users to high-risk malware vulnerability
Doha, Qatar: The National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) has issued an alert to Apple Mac users in Qatar over a high-risk vulnerability affecting the Screen Sharing feature in macOS. "The vulnerability has been actively exploited, particularly on devices connected to the internet," the NCSA said in a»»»
Europe's second inflation shock is arriving in two waves, energy now and food next year
Central bankers do not usually forecast the weather. The European Central Bank's chief economist has just put one into his. The Climate Crisis has gone beyond a fringe obsession of hippie tree-hugers and entered the studies of central bankers, who have been forced to sit up and take notice of the u»»»
White House legislative director James Braid leaving position - UPI.com
Vice President JD Vance departs Senate Republican luncheons in Washington, D.C., on Aug. 6. Vance announced the departure of White House legislative liason James Braid. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Aug. 20 (UPI) -- White House legislative director James Braid is leaving the job, Vice Pr»»»
Russia and Myanmar sign ten documents as Putin dangles LNG, nuclear power and a deep-water port
Russia and Myanmar signed ten documents in the Kremlin on August 18, including a joint declaration on countering Western sanctions. The talks between Vladimir Putin and Myanmar's president Min Aung Hlaing produced a package covering nuclear power, liquefied natural gas, a deep-water port and search»»»
NASA calls off mission to save Swift Observatory telescope in space - UPI.com
At the Cape Canaveral Air Force Station on Nov 20, 2004, a NASA Boeing Delta II rocket lifts off with the Swift Gamma Ray Observatory on board from launch complex 17A. The payload has been used to observe and monitor gamma ray bursts and relay the information to scientists for 21 years. File Photo »»»
Scottish politician marries Kerala-born wife again, this time in Guruvayur
Scottish National Party politician Martyn Day and his Kerala-born wife Nidhin Chand have celebrated their marriage with a traditional ceremony at Guruvayur, a decade after the couple first married in the UK. The ceremony fulfilled a long-held wish of Nidhin, who hails from Piravom in Kerala’s Ernak»»»
Saudi Arabia transforms Ehsan charity into independent nonprofit foundation
ALKHOBAR: Saudi Arabia issued two royal orders transforming the national Ehsan charitable platform into an independent nonprofit foundation and appointing its board of trustees, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Thursday. Under the first order, the platform will become the Ehsan Charitable Foundat»»»
Meet Falafel in Hotpot, the content creator bridging Saudi and Chinese cultures through social media
Riyadh: Known to thousands simply as Falafel in Hotpot, Xuling, a Chinese/Arabic content creator, has built a unique platform connecting two of the world’s oldest civilizations — those of China and Saudi Arabia. Through language, culture, and everyday experiences, she shares a fresh perspective on »»»
Israel says Gaza reconstruction hinges on Hamas disarmament as regional trio condemns strikes
LONDON: Israel said on Thursday reconstruction in Gaza cannot begin until Hamas is fully disarmed, as Turkiye, Egypt and Qatar condemned renewed Israeli strikes in the enclave and warned that further escalation could undermine efforts to implement a US-backed peace plan. Israeli Prime Minister Benj»»»
QFA president underlines consultation, governance in Asian football system
DOHA: The Qatar Football Association (QFA) believes that the strength and unity of Asian football depend upon open consultation, mutual respect and sound institutional governance, stressed QFA President, HE Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. "Our recent correspondence with the Asian Football Confed»»»
Jordanian girl with spinal muscular atrophy receives life-saving treatment funded by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid
Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has covered the treatment of a Jordanian girl suffering from spinal muscular atrophy, giving her renewed hope of recovery, her family said. The family of Katia ِAbu Al Saud an»»»
Lebanon relaunches overland trade route to Saudi Arabia, upgrades Masnaa Border Crossing
BEIRUT: Lebanon and Saudi Arabia officially relaunched their overland trade route on Thursday, as Lebanese customs authorities began operating an advanced scanner at the Masnaa Border Crossing with the Syrian Arab Republic. Saudi Ambassador to Lebanon Fahad bin Abdulrahman Al-Dosari took part in th»»»
'Simply lovely': Verstappen signs new Red Bull contract until 2030
Zandvoort, Netherlands: Four-time Formula One world champion Max Verstappen has signed a new contract with Red Bull until the end of 2030, the team announced Thursday, ending speculation over his future in the sport. "I have always said it: The team is like a second family for me and I feel very at»»»
EU Aiding Terrorism by Transferring Income From Frozen Russian Assets to Ukraine – Russian MFA Spox
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The European Union is aiding terrorism by transferring income from frozen Russian assets to Ukraine, Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova said on Thursday. "Transferring funds to Ukraine is nothing less than aiding and abetting terrorist attacks. This is a direct»»»
New US carrier strike group arrives in Middle East: military
WASHINGTON: A new US aircraft carrier strike group has arrived in the Middle East, the US military announced Thursday, after conditions aboard a long-deployed carrier provoked fresh criticism of President Donald Trump’s war against Iran. “The George Washington Carrier Strike Group is operating in M»»»
Bangladesh elects ruling party veteran Alamgir as president
DHAKA: Bangladeshi lawmakers elected veteran Bangladesh Nationalist Party leader Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir as the country’s new president on Thursday, making the longtime opposition figure the head of state after his party came to power in a major political transition. The BNP returned to power i»»»
New US carrier strike group arrives in Middle East: military
WASHINGTON: A new US aircraft carrier strike group has arrived in the Middle East, the US military announced Thursday, after conditions aboard a long-deployed carrier provoked fresh criticism of President Donald Trump’s war against Iran. “The George Washington Carrier Strike Group is operating in M»»»
No One Needs a Missile: What Iran Could Actually Do to Bulgaria
The Financial Times reported this week, citing two people described as close to the Iranian leadership and specifically to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, that Tehran has been assessing options for striking American military sites outside the Middle East should Donald Trump order a fresh esc»»»
Germany records 14,000 heat-related deaths this summer as heatwaves scorch Europe
Berlin has recorded roughly 14,000 heat-related deaths this summer, official data showed Thursday. Europe has experienced a spike in heat-related mortality as the worst-hit countries grapple with historically high temperatures exacerbated by human-driven climate change. Germany registered around 14»»»
First of 17 Next-Generation CT Scanners under Health Ministry Project Being Installed at Haskovo Hospital
The first of 17 next-generation computed tomography (CT) scanners to be provided to regional hospitals across Bulgaria under a Health Ministry project is being installed at Haskovo Multiprofile Hospital for Active Treatment. The equipment is intended for the diagnosis of cerebrovascular diseases an»»»
Nesto opens first Qatar hypermarket, plans eight more outlets
Doha, Qatar: Nesto, one of the GCC’s prominent retail groups, has entered the Qatari market with the opening of its first hypermarket in Al Gharrafa, Doha. The new outlet marks the group’s 152nd store worldwide and the beginning of an expansion programme that will see eight more outlets opened acro»»»
Qatar Airways equips 150 wide-body aircraft with Starlink service
DOHA: Qatar Airways announced that it has equipped 150 of its wide-body aircraft with Starlink service, including a Boeing 787-9. The airline stated in a press release that it completed the Starlink conversion of its Boeing 787-8 fleet within seven months, making it the operator of the world's firs»»»
Oil prices jump 3% as Trump threatens ‘economic warfare’ - UPI.com
President Donald Trump’s social media rhetoric threatening a “crushing economic operation” against Iran preceded a 3% bump in oil prices on Thursday. File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo Aug. 20 (UPI) -- Oil prices were up 3% Thursday after President Donald Trump's threat to impose a "c»»»
Rare Olive Ridley turtle nests in Abu Dhabi for the first time
Abu Dhabi has recorded its first-ever Olive Ridley turtle nest, a rare discovery that scientists say offers new insight into the emirate’s marine environment and highlights the importance of continued conservation work. The nest was found on Saadiyat Island during a routine patrol by the Environmen»»»
Judges from Seven Courts in Smolyan Region to Vote for Supreme Judicial Council Members
Judges from seven courts in Smolyan Region will vote at the Smolyan District Court in the election of members of the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) from the professional quota. This is stated in the voter list and the invitation to the general assembly of judges, provided by the Smolyan District Co»»»
India to build 200-bed specialty hospital with trauma center in West Bank
NEW DELHI: India has signed a memorandum of understanding with Palestinian authorities to build a specialty hospital in the West Bank, following an international appeal for urgent healthcare assistance made by the Palestinian Embassy in New Delhi. On Wednesday, Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad M»»»
Europe's second inflation shock is arriving in two waves, energy now and food next year
Central bankers do not usually forecast the weather. The European Central Bank's chief economist has just put one into his. The Climate Crisis has gone beyond a fringe obsession of hippie tree-hugers and entered the studies of central bankers, who have been forced to sit up and take notice of the u»»»
Qatar Airways’ 150 Starlink-equipped widebody aircraft now include world’s first Starlink-equipped Boeing 787-9
Doha, Qatar: Qatar Airways, the operator of the world’s first and largest Starlink-equipped widebody fleet, has become the first airline to operate Starlink-equipped Boeing 787-9 aircraft, globally. The carrier has also completed Starlink rollout across its Boeing 787-8 sub-fleet in seven months, b»»»
Harry and Meghan’s shock UK return: 7 big questions
London: Six years after Prince Harry and Meghan Markle dramatically walked away from royal life and moved across the Atlantic, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are preparing to return to Britain with their children. The reported move marks an extraordinary turn in a saga that has included an explosiv»»»
The GRU family: How Russian intelligence officers settled in Norway
Moscow continues to send GRU officers to Norway under diplomatic cover. The Barents Observer looks at their identities. Colonel Sergei Belousov has held the position of military attaché at the Russian embassy in Oslo since around the middle of 2025. According to leaked data, Belousov is registered »»»
Former chairman of real estate giant China Evergrande sentenced to life - UPI.com
A court Shenzhen sentenced Hui Ka Yan, founder and former chairman of the failed Chinese property giant China Evergrande, to life in prison on Thursday, four months after he pled guilty to embezzlement, securities fraud, corporate graft and other charges. File photo by Wu Hong/EPA Aug. 20 (UPI) -- »»»
U.S. national debt rises to record high $40 trillion - UPI.com
Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent gives a press briefing in May. The national debt is rising significantly. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Aug. 20 (UPI) -- The national debt hit $40 trillion Tuesday, a record high, signaling that the government is borrowing at a record pace. Th»»»
Breaking: Former Fidesz minister János Lázár gives up his seat in Parliament, with one warning to his party
János Lázár, a former minister in Hungary’s previous government and arguably Fidesz’s most prominent political figure after Viktor Orbán, has resigned from his parliamentary mandate, effective 20 August. Former transport minister leaves Parliament Lázár announced the decision in a lengthy Facebook »»»
Abu Dhabi to host largest-ever ADIHEX with 2,405 brands from 71 countries
The Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX) is set to return for its largest edition yet, bringing together 2,405 companies and brands from 71 countries. The 23rd edition of ADIHEX will run from August 28 to September 6 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, under the theme “A Legacy»»»
Bulgaria, Norway Mark 120 Years of Diplomatic Relations
August 20, 2026 marks 120 years since Bulgaria and Norway established diplomatic relations, the Bulgarian Embassy in Oslo reported. The embassy added that the two countries are NATO allies and partners in the European Economic Area, with bilateral cooperation spanning a wide range of areas. The nea»»»
Qatar Airways quips 150 wide-body aircraft with Starlink service
DOHA: Qatar Airways announced that it has equipped 150 of its wide-body aircraft with Starlink service, including a Boeing 787-9. The airline stated in a press release that it completed the Starlink conversion of its Boeing 787-8 fleet within seven months, making it the operator of the world's firs»»»
Dubai-Sharjah evening traffic: E11 and E311 among key trouble spots
Dubai: Motorists travelling between Dubai and Sharjah should expect slower journeys during Thursday evening’s rush hour, particularly on major corridors linking the two emirates. The main pressure points are expected along Al Ittihad Road (E11) around Al Taawun, Sahara Centre and Al Nahda, where tr»»»
Hormuz paradox: Why flowing oil could prolong Iran war
Dubai: Iran says it controls the Strait of Hormuz. Donald Trump insists the United States has broken Tehran’s grip on the vital waterway. The reality is more complicated — and could help explain why a conflict now deep into its sixth month remains so difficult to end. Shipping traffic remains sever»»»
What UAE residents need to know tonight: Tanker hijacked off Yemen, US aircraft carrier deployed in Middle East
Dubai: Tensions across the Middle East escalated on multiple fronts on Thursday, with a US aircraft carrier strike group arriving in the region, a tanker reportedly seized by armed men off Yemen, and President Donald Trump threatening further economic pressure on Iran. Gulf states called for de-esc»»»
Tomorrow World Properties and Missoni sign new partnership ahead of upcoming project launch
Leading real estate developer Tomorrow World Properties has signed an official partnership with renowned Italian luxury brand Missoni for an upcoming launch on a yet undisclosed exclusive new development in Dubai. Set in one of the city’s most desired communities, the project is expected to blend t»»»
Border Police Detain Van Carrying Irregular Migrants in Burgas Region
A group of irregular migrants was found in a van by officers of the Malko Tarnovo Border Police, the Interior Ministry said on Thursday. The driver was detained along with 35 men who identified themselves as Afghan nationals. According to the Interior Ministry, the van driver is a 22-year-old natio»»»
Number of US Troops Wounded During Operation Against Iran Exceeds 750
WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - The total number of US military personnel injured during the conflict with Iran has increased to 757, Sputnik found out on Thursday after analyzing recent Pentagon data. As of August 19, 418 soldiers were injured during Operation Epic Fury that finalized on May 5, another 339»»»
The GRU family: How Russian intelligence officers and their wives settled in Norway
Moscow continues to send GRU officers to Norway under diplomatic cover. The Barents Observer looks at their identities. Colonel Sergei Belousov has held the position of military attaché at the Russian embassy in Oslo since around the middle of 2025. According to leaked data, Belousov is registered »»»
This airline made a hoodie for people who hate seat recliners
Dubai: There's that one moment at a boarding gate when a person's true character shows itself. The first boarding call sounds — group one, mind you — and suddenly half the waiting area rises as if to a starting gun only they could hear. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & BalancesS»»»
Report: US to name new pilot zone if Lebanon and Israel fail to agree
If Lebanon and Israel fail to agree on a new pilot zone in south Lebanon, Washington will designate the aforementioned zone, U.S. General Joseph Clearfield told Lebanese officials during his latest visit to Beirut, according to a senior Lebanese official. The Lebanese official spoke to al-Joumhouri»»»
The GRU Family Affair: How Russian Intelligence Officers and Their Wives Settled in Norway
Moscow continues to send GRU officers to Norway under diplomatic cover. The Barents Observer looks at their identities. Colonel Sergei Belousov has held the position of military attaché at the Russian embassy in Oslo since around the middle of 2025. According to leaked data, Belousov is registered »»»
Russia's Rosatom Holding Talks With Another 15 Countries on Construction of Nuclear Plants - CEO
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian state nuclear corporation Rosatom is holding talks with another 15 countries on the construction of nuclear power plants, Rosatom CEO Alexey Likhachev said on Thursday. Russian President Vladimir Putin convened a meeting to discuss the development of nuclear energy. On Th»»»
Founder of Chinese real estate giant Evergrande Xu Jiayin sentenced to life
The founder of China Evergrande Group, the world's most-indebted property developer, was sentenced to life in prison by a Chinese court on Thursday, five years after the firm's collapse shook the nation's economy and financial markets. China sentenced the founder of embattled property giant Evergra»»»
Explained: Why Pakistan bans used-car imports under Personal Baggage Scheme
Dubai: Pakistan has abolished the Personal Baggage Scheme for importing used vehicles for overseas Pakistanis, while retaining the Gift and Transfer of Residence schemes under stricter conditions aimed at preventing their commercial misuse. Pakistan’s Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan confirmed the »»»
Iran signals tougher military strategy as US standoff deepens
Tehran: Six months into its war with the United States, Iran's military has begun signalling a shift from retaliation to offence, which analysts say could reflect Tehran's belief it holds leverage to advance its demands and break the stalemate. Since US-Israeli strikes launched the war on February »»»