Bulgarian President to Raise Iva Mihailova's Treatment with North Macedonia Again on Monday
Bulgarian President Iliana Iotova plans to contact North Macedonia's government and President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova on Monday to raise the issue of necessary medical treatment for Iva Mihailova, a Bulgarian in North Macedonia who is charged with a serious traffic offence and was among those i»»»
NPC, Qatar Science Club, organise second edition of Data Summer Camp
DOHA: The National Planning Council (NPC), in cooperation with the Qatar Scientific Club of the Ministry of Sports and Youth and with the participation of Microsoft Qatar, is organising the activities of the second edition of the Data Summer Camp 2026, from August 8 to 12, with the participation of»»»
She hasn't cut her hair since 2015, now she's a Guinness World Record holder
New Delhi: Renu Dhariyal, an Indian woman from the northern state of Uttarakhand, has been recognised by Guinness World Records for having the longest hair on a living woman, with her hair measuring 271.5 centimetres (106.88 inches). The record was officially measured in Haldwani on 15 April 2026. »»»
Spain starts border checks on Italy over Ceuta dispute
The EU says the tit-for-tat border restrictions between Spain and Italy are temporary and will have no lasting impact on the Schengen zone. Spain began checking travellers from Italy in retaliation for similar controls imposed by Rome after a surge of migrants into Spain’s North African enclave of »»»
Spain - Italy: Dispute grows over migration between EU countries
The EU says the tit-for-tat border restrictions between Spain and Italy are temporary and will have no lasting impact on the Schengen zone. Spain began checking travellers from Italy in retaliation for similar controls imposed by Rome after a surge of migrants into Spain’s North African enclave of »»»
Fitch affirms Kuwait’s AA- rating on strong external assets
RIYADH: Kuwait retained its AA- sovereign credit rating with a Stable Outlook from Fitch Ratings, which cited exceptionally strong fiscal and external balance sheets despite rising regional geopolitical risks. The rating agency said Kuwait’s vast sovereign wealth assets and external buffers remain »»»
Bulgaria Among EU Leaders in R&D Growth as Science Budget SurgesOpinions
Bulgaria has recorded one of the fastest increases in public funding for research and development in the European Union over the past decade, but the country remains far behind the EU average in terms of money allocated per person, according to preliminary Eurostat data. In 2025, Bulgaria’s planned»»»
Why are nearly 2,000 Boeing 737 Max aircraft undergoing new inspections?
New York: The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has ordered inspections of nearly 1,900 Boeing 737 Maxaircraft worldwide after concerns emerged over potential structural cracks, in a precautionary move aimed at maintaining flight safety. The directive applies to the 737 Max 8, 737 Max 9 and »»»
Hungary set to launch EUR 5.5 billion railway upgrade as development plan gets green light
Hungary’s ambitious Baross Gábor Railway Development Plan can now move into its implementation phase after the government’s review of the Integrated Transport Development Operational Programme (IKOP Plus) was published in the Hungarian Gazette (Magyar Közlöny). According to Dávid Vitézy, the develo»»»
Spain checks 200 Italy arrivals in border controls after migration row
MADRID/MILAN: Spain checked around 200 travelers arriving from Italy at the country’s six largest airports on the first day of border controls reintroduced following a dispute with Italy over irregular migration. Spain’s Interior Ministry carried out checks on a total of 199 people on 12 flights »»»
Saudi Arabia’s Business Confidence Index holds steady at 56.5 in July: GASTAT
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Business Confidence Index remained firmly in optimistic territory at 56.5 in July, extending its recovery from the March slowdown, official data showed. The index, released by the General Authority for Statistics, eased only marginally by 0.03 points from 56.6 in June, remain»»»
Inside Mind of Ghaith's surreal UAE digital art
This is Dubai, but not quite as you know it. UAE-based Creative Director Ghaith Raad's cinematic AI and visual worlds allow you to explore a surreal side of places you might see every day. He shares his works on Instagram at @mindofghaith. The works often blend familiar UAE sights, traditional Emir»»»
Yemen's Houthis claim drone strike on Aramco refinery in Saudi Arabia
Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels said on Sunday they had struck an oil facility on Saudi Arabia's Red Sea coast after the Gulf kingdom said it had extinguished a fire at the site. The group's military spokesman Yahya Saree said the Houthis had "succeeded in targeting the Aramco refinery in Jizan w»»»
Lebanon detains Assad-era Syrian officer wanted by Damascus
Lebanese authorities detained a former Syrian army officer following an arrest warrant from Damascus accusing him of "killing and crimes against humanity," a judicial official told AFP. Adel Issa, a 67-year-old former officer in the Syrian army's 17th brigade under ousted leader Bashar al-Assad, he»»»
Israeli troops infiltrate Lebanese Army-held village
Israeli troops infiltrated a Lebanese village placed under the control of Lebanon's army as part of a June agreement, building an earthen barrier there, state media and the local mayor said. An AFP correspondent saw the barrier, situated at the village's eastern entrance and blocking the road. The »»»
‘I had full faith’: M. Zubair claims Tekken 8 title at Esports World Cup 2026 after 5-0 grand final sweep
PARIS: History has been made in Tekken 8 at Esports World Cup 2026 after AG.AL’s Khawaja “M. Zubair” Mohammad Zubair defeated Yoon “LowHigh” Sun-woong in the grand finals. Not only did the win crown a brand new Tekken 8 at EWC winner, but M. Zubair won the tournament after entering through the Last»»»
Niemann, Varner III and Westwood share LIV Golf New York going into last day
BEDMINSTER: Joaquin Niemann’s dominant week hit its first speed bump, but he remains well positioned to secure his second LIV Golf title of the season. The LIV Golf New York 2026 36-hole leader opened Saturday with a double bogey on the par-4 first, the first blemish on his card all week, but he ba»»»
‘Best team, best players, best coaches’: Kuaishou Gaming defy odds to win Honor of Kings at Esports World Cup 2026
PARIS: Kuaishou Gaming of China have won the Honor of Kings World Cup at the Esports World Cup 2026, becoming first-time EWC champions following a thrilling 4-3 grand final finish against compatriots AG.AL. The newly crowned champions had fought their way through the tournament and to the final wit»»»
Japan marks Nagasaki bombing anniversary as nuclear debate rattles pacificists
The Japanese city of Nagasaki on Sunday marked the 81st anniversary of the US atomic bombing with a ceremony at the Peace Park memorial. It came as Japanese Minister Sanae Takaichi ’s government has opened a debate on the country's postwar non-nuclear principles amid increasing doubts over th»»»
More than 6,000 BYD vehicles are heading to Khorfakkan in a record-breaking shipment
Sharjah: Khorfakkan Port is preparing to receive a giant roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) vessel carrying 6,068 new energy vehicles manufactured by Chinese automaker BYD, marking the launch of a new direct maritime shipping route between China and the UAE. The vessel departed from Xiaomo International Logis»»»
Own a building in Abu Dhabi? No lift maintenance contract could cost you Dh5,000
Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority has warned owners of buildings and commercial establishments that failing to maintain an approved lift maintenance contract is a violation that carries a Dh5,000 fine, urging compliance with safety regulations designed to protect building occupants. »»»
Saudia tops global airline punctuality rankings for third consecutive time
JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia’s national carrier, Saudia, has achieved a new milestone by ranking first among global airlines for on-time arrivals in July, according to Cirium's monthly report. The airline recorded an on-time performance rate of 87.24 percent across 16,406 flights during the month, accordin»»»
Dubai bridge cuts Al Qudra intersection wait by 85%
Dubai: Motorists travelling along famous Al Qudra Road can expect significantly shorter journeys and less congestion after Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) opened a new four-lane bridge at the intersection with Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street on Sunday. The 700-metre bridge, whi»»»
Yemen army launches direct salary payments to soldiers in anti-corruption drive
AL-MUKALLA: Yemen’s army has begun paying soldiers’ salaries directly into their personal bank accounts, in what officials describe as a landmark reform aimed at curbing corruption, eliminating ghost soldiers and ending a longstanding system that allowed commanders and intermediaries to control mil»»»
Wildfire in Indonesian national park grows
JAKARTA: Indonesia sent airplanes and hundreds of firefighters on Sunday to fight a blaze in a popular national park, one of a growing number of wildfires the country is battling during an unusually dry season. The largest fire reported this week has burned about 176 hectares (435 acres) of Mount B»»»
Damascus industrial exhibitions draw over 10,000 visitors, see new business agreements
Damascus, Aug. 9 (SANA) More than 10,000 specialized visitors attended three industrial exhibitions in Damascus over four days, with participating companies signing a number of agreements and memoranda of understanding, organizers said as the events concluded on Saturday.The exhibitions, held at th»»»
Drugs hidden in sweets and A4 paper as UAE issues warning
Abu Dhabi: Drug traffickers are using increasingly deceptive methods, including sweets, A4 paper and unidentified deliveries, to target children and teenagers, the National Anti-Narcotics Authority has warned. The authority revealed three methods recently detected by security agencies as part of it»»»
Did Russian Mere’s only Hungarian store suddenly close? Questions surround the discount chain’s future
The only Hungarian shop linked to Russian ultra-discount retailer Mere has unexpectedly closed, which left customers and observers uncertain about the future of the controversial chain’s Hungarian operation. According to Világgazdaság, the store, which opened under the name Basket Plus in Budapest’»»»
Middle East live: Iran issues list of demands for reopening Strait of Hormuz
Iran has issued a list of demands for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, including compensation for war damages, complicating a potential deal to open the vital waterway. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said discussions with Oman were "approaching the final stages", but added the reopen»»»
How scammers target jobseekers in the UAE
Attractive salaries, well-known company names and promises of quick recruitment can make a job offer difficult to ignore. But UAE authorities are warning jobseekers that behind some of these offers are scammers seeking money or personal information. The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation»»»
Yemeni Armed Forces Spokesman Brig. Gen. Yahya Saree announces drone strike targeting Aramco refinery in Saudi Arabia’s Jazan - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Focus - Vietnam's indigenous Hmong people forced to adapt to climate crisis
The indigenous Hmong people have lived in a mountainous region of northern Vietnam for centuries. But today, these farming communities are on the front line of the climate crisis. Rising temperatures, unpredictable rainfall and landslides are now part of their daily life. The terraced ric»»»
Eclipse chasers: When chasing totality becomes a way of life (1/4)
Total solar eclipse (1/4). A total solar eclipse will sweep across northern Spain on August 12 in one of Europe's most anticipated astronomical events of the decade. For Singaporean family Janet Tay, Koh Joo Beng and their son Jared, it will be the latest stop in a journey that has taken them aroun»»»
A Gift in a Sunflower Field: The Drone That Hit Bulgaria
A little after eight on Saturday morning, a drone crossed into Bulgarian airspace from the Romanian direction near the old Kardam checkpoint in Dobrich and blew apart in a sunflower field, roughly a hundred meters inside the country and a short walk from a compressor station on the Trans-Balkan gas»»»
US-Iran conflict: Key updates for UAE residents
Diplomatic efforts to calm the conflict between the US and Iran are continuing, but uncertainty remains across the Gulf. Much of the attention is on the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial shipping route for the region. Iran and Oman are discussing ways to ease restrictions on commercial shipping, but ther»»»
Egypt could join Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan defence alliance
Ankara: Turkey's foreign minister said Saturday he expected Egypt to join a joint defence agreement with regional partners designed to stabilise the region that is grappling with the Middle East war. Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan signed the agreement on Friday against the backdrop of war betwee»»»
Sofia Ranked Europe's Most Underrated Capital by British PublicationOpinions
A British publication has named Sofia the most underrated capital city in Europe, praising Bulgaria's capital for its affordable prices, rich history, vibrant cultural scene, local cuisine, and easy access to nature. In an article by Metro, the author says mentioning frequent trips to Bulgaria ofte»»»
Bombing attacks mark first day of Colombia's new government
Santander de Quilichao, Colombia: Two bombing attacks in different parts of Colombia on Saturday marked the first day in office for new President Abelardo de la Espriella, leaving at least one police officer dead and several wounded. The tough-talking leader campaigned on confronting "narcoterroris»»»
German MEP Damian Boeselager: Locking 27 leaders in a castle and thinking they will deliver a good outcome is a categorical mistake
Opinion polls suggest that the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) are on course to win the next German election with around 27 to 29 percent of the vote. Its lead over the second-placed Christian Democratic Union (CDU/CSU), led by current chancellor Friedrich Merz, is growing significantly. Ge»»»
Wildfire forces 20,000 evacuations in western Canada
Victoria, Canada: Canadian officials declared a state of emergency Saturday after a fast-moving wildfire forced the overnight evacuation of more than 20,000 people in the western province of British Columbia. Winds fanned the Bald Range wildfire to grow rapidly late Friday, pushing flames into the »»»
On This Day, Aug. 9: U.S. drops second atomic bomb on Japan, ending WWII - UPI.com
On August 9, 1945, a U.S. B-29 bomber dropped an atomic bomb nicknamed "Fat Man" on the Japanese city of Nagasaki three days after the atomic bombing of Hiroshima. 1 of 7 | On August 9, 1945, two planes of the 509th Composite Group, part of the 313th Wing of the 20th Air Force participated in a mis»»»
Indonesia closes national park as wildfire spreads
Jakarta: Indonesian authorities have closed access to a national park on Java Island as firefighters battle a wildfire raging there for nearly a week. The blaze has razed 176 hectares (435 acres) since it broke out on Monday in the Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park, near the popular East Java tour»»»
Red Sea defence alliance: opportunities and challenges
On 30 July 2026, the declaration establishing the Multinational Maritime Defence Alliance was signed in Riyadh. The signatories were Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Egypt, Türkiye, Pakistan, Jordan, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Yemen, Bangladesh, Nigeria, Djibouti and Somalia. Representatives of 43 countries atten»»»
QNB Group awards McLaren Artura Spider grand
Doha, Qatar: QNB Group, a leading financial institution in the Middle East and Africa, celebrated the successful conclusion of its Mastercard debit card campaign by presenting the grand prize, a brand-new McLaren Artura Spider 2026 to Nasser Abdulhadi Al-Hajri. The highly anticipated prize was awar»»»
Israeli occupation forces raid Palestinian village of Abu Falah, northeast of West Bank’s Ramallah - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Al-Manar reporter in southern Lebanon reports Israeli demolition operation in Zawtar Al-Sharqiya - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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NCSA issues warning against fraudulent travel offer links on WhatsApp
Doha, Qatar: The National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) yesterday issued a public advisory cautioning residents and citizens against clicking on unsolicited travel-offer links distributed through WhatsApp. The national authority warned that unknown links promising heavily discounted vacation deals o»»»
Israeli occupation forces open fire on tents of displaced Palestinians in Mawasi Rafah, in southern Gaza Strip - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Qatar Health Congress 2026 to spotlight innovation and integration in surgical care
Doha, Qatar: Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) has announced the Qatar Health Congress 2026, which will be held from November 11 to 14 at the Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel under the theme “Advancing Surgical Care Through Integration and Innovation.” The congress is set to bring togeth»»»
Local Dates Festival records sales of over 153 tonnes of fresh dates
Doha, Qatar: The 11th Local Dates Festival at Souq Waqif has recorded sales of more than 153,000kg of fresh dates since its launch, attracting around 75,000 visitors, according to the latest data released by the Ministry of Municipality. The festival has sold a total of 153,303kg of fresh dates, co»»»