How Families in Bulgaria Can Help Children Understand the Switch to the Euro
Playing “shop” at home is among the most effective ways for parents to help young children understand the currency change Bulgaria will make on January 1, 2026. Setting up a small store using euros allows children to become familiar with the new coins and banknotes and to practise simple calculatio»»»
'Shivering from Cold and Fear': Winter Rains Batter Displaced Gazans
It only took a matter of minutes after the heavy overnight rain first began to fall for Jamil al-Sharafi's tent in southern Gaza to flood, drenching his food and leaving his blankets sopping wet. The winter rains have made an already precarious life worse for people like Sharafi, who is among the h»»»
20-year-old man killed in blast while carrying explosives on motorcycle
A 20-year-old man died in a powerful explosion while riding his motorcycle near Ramnagar village on the Ichhawar-Ashta road, around 55 km from Bhopal, in Madhya Pradesh, on Sunday morning. The victim, identified as Sukhram Barela, from Jamli village, was travelling from Ichhawar towards Ramnagar wh»»»
JBR NYE fireworks 2026: How to reach by Dubai Tram
Dubai Residents and visitors planning to ring in the New Year at Jumeirah Beach Residences (JBR) are encouraged to use the Dubai Tram for smooth access to the celebrations. The tram will operate from 6am on December 31 until 1am on January 2, making it easy to enjoy the vibrant atmosphere along the»»»
Dubai Airport’s busiest travel day is December 28 - How not to miss your flight
Dubai: Dubai International Airport (DXB) is gearing up for its busiest travel day of the festive season, with December 28 forecast to be the peak, as passenger numbers surge past 300,000 travellers a day during the final stretch of the year. Dubai Airports said traffic begins to build in the first »»»
Libya Mourns Military Chief Killed in Türkiye Plane Crash
Hundreds of people on Sunday mourned western Libya’s military chief and four others who were killed in a plane crash in Türkiye. The coffins of Gen. Muhammad Ali Ahmad al-Haddad and two others were brought into a stadium in the coastal city of Misrata, their hometown, for a funeral ceremony that in»»»
'Shivering from cold and fear': winter rains batter displaced Gazans
Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territories: It only took a matter of minutes after the heavy overnight rain first began to fall for Jamil al-Sharafi's tent in southern Gaza to flood, drenching his food and leaving his blankets sopping wet. The winter rains have made an already precarious life worse for pe»»»
Tragic fallout: Haunted by wife’s suicide, man flees 1,000 km and ends life
A 35-year-old Bengaluru resident, accused of abetting his wife’s suicide in a dowry harassment case, died by suicide in a hotel in the Indian city of Nagpur early Saturday, while his 60-year-old mother also attempted suicide but survived, police said. The incident has left both families devastated.»»»
President of Madagascar to Asharq Al-Awsat: Three-Pillar Economic Plan to Revive the Country
President of Madagascar Michael Randrianirina said his country views Saudi Arabia as its “main partner” in the phase of “refoundation” and in building a new development model, revealing to Asharq Al-Awsat a three-pillar economic plan aimed at restoring political and institutional stability, activat»»»
Chief of Staff of US Air Force visits Qatar Amiri Air Force
DOHA: Chief of Staff of the United States Air Force Gen Kenneth Wilsbach and his accompanying delegation paid an official visit to Qatar Amiri Air Force. During the visit, he met with Commander of Qatar Amiri Air Force Maj Gen (Pilot) Faisal Khalid Al Ghanim. During the meeting, the two sides discu»»»
Spending New Year's Eve in Budapest? Brace yourself: the night is set to bring bitter cold and snow!
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Hungary introduces major tax breaks for young mothers: monthly gains could reach EUR 460!
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Missing Austrian man found dead weeks after disappearing in western Hungary
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India: Pilot killed in Himachal paragliding crash, tourist injured
A tandem paragliding pilot died in a crash at the internationally renowned Bir Billing adventure sports site in Himachal Pradesh on Friday, officials said Saturday. According to a PTI report, the experienced pilot’s glider reportedly developed a technical fault shortly after take-off, lost balance »»»
Sheikh Qassem: Hezbollah and the Islamic Resistance liberated entire Lebanon, not just the south, in cooperation with various factions as well as with the support of the Lebanese Army and the people - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Sheikh Qassem: Hezbollah and the Islamic Resistance liberated entire Lebanon, not just the south, in cooperation with various factions as w»»»
Somali PM condemns Israel's recognition of Somaliland
Mogadishu: Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre has strongly condemned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's declaration recognizing Somaliland as an independent state, describing the move as null, void, and legally unacceptable. In remarks published by Somali National News Agency Sunday, B»»»
Italy Arrests Nine Over Alleged Hamas Funding through Charities
Italian prosecutors said on Saturday they had arrested nine people on suspicion of financing Hamas through charities based in Italy, in an operation coordinated by anti-mafia and anti-terrorism units. The suspects are accused of "belonging to and having financed" the Palestinian group, which the E»»»
QCDC launches winter edition of My Career-My Future program
DOHA: The winter edition of My Career-My Future program organized by Qatar Career Development Center (QCDC), a member of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development (QF), in collaboration with the Ministry of Labour (MoL) and the Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoE»»»
Hakimi to feature in Morocco's final AFCON group game
Rabat: African player of the year Achraf Hakimi will make his first appearance at the Africa Cup of Nations when hosts Morocco play Zambia on Monday, coach Walid Regragui confirmed. "What he has done to come back is extraordinary. What I can say is that Achraf will play tomorrow," Regragui said Sun»»»
French cinema actress Brigitte Bardot dies aged 91
French actress Brigitte Bardot, who revolutionised 1950s French cinema and became a symbol of sexual liberation, has died age 91. The cinema icon - BB as she was known in her home country - acted in almost 50 films, including And God Created Woman, but retired in 1973 to devote her life to animal w»»»
Sheikh Qassem pays tribute to late Hezbollah official Mohammad Yaghi Abu Salim: Resistance was his path throughout his entire life - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Strong winds topple trees, prompt warnings in Thessaloniki
Strong northerly winds battered Thessaloniki on Sunday, reaching force 6 on the Beaufort scale and expected to intensify to force 7 by evening, according to the Hellenic National Meteorological Service. State broadcaster ERT reported more than 28 incidents of fallen trees across the city, including»»»
Elon Musk reacts after Indian-origin man dies following 8-hour hospital wait
Tesla CEO and and tech billionaire Elon Musk criticised Canada’s healthcare system following the death of 44-year-old Prashant Sreekumar, an Indian-origin man who waited over eight hours for medical attention at Grey Nuns Community Hospital in Edmonton. Sreekumar reportedly suffered severe chest pa»»»
UAE warns against risks of free streaming and downloads
Abu Dhabi: The UAE Cyber Security Council has cautioned that free online streaming and downloading can expose users to malware, data theft, and privacy breaches. The council urged the public to rely on trusted platforms and strengthen digital security practices to protect their devices and personal»»»
Dozens of protesters injured in Syria’s Latakia and Jableh after being attacked by security forces using live ammunition: Syrian Observatory - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Coupang founder Kim says sorry over data leak
Seoul: Founder of South Korea's e-commerce giant Coupang, Kim Bom-suk, apologised on Sunday over a data leak that shook confidence among more than 30 million customers. The apology follows revelations that customer data at Coupang had been leaked by a former employee, prompting a police search of t»»»
NYE 2026 fireworks at Burj Khalifa: Your complete guide to taxis, buses and parking
Dubai is preparing for one of its busiest New Year’s Eve celebrations yet, with over 2.7 million passengers expected to use public transport. The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has rolled out a comprehensive mobility plan, covering taxis, buses, parking, and road closures to ensure smooth arri»»»
'Invasion of the Giant Bugs' - World-Famous Exhibition Opens At Sofia Central Station
Central Station - Sofia is transformed into a soaring, buzzing microcosm, thanks to the official opening of the world-famous exhibition "Invasion of the Giant Bugs", which opened its doors on December 10. Created by Mr. Dan Firoiu, founder of the internationally recognized Bulgarian company "Coco A»»»
Syria announces new currency framework, two-zero redenomination
Damascus, Dec. 28 (SANA) Syria’s central bank on Sunday announced the executive instructions for introducing a new Syrian currency, launching a monetary reform that includes removing two zeros from the pound and allowing a 90-day period of dual circulation. The announcement was made during a press »»»
Russian Victories Across the Front Warning Sign for Zelensky: Make Peace or Be Destroyed
The liberation of Dimitrov in Donetsk, Gulyaipole and Stepnogorsk in Zaporozhye, and new areas in Kharkov region are significant in their own right, but even more so in terms of their impact on peace talks, says military analyst Alexander Mikhailov. The victories create “a new, additional factor ag»»»
Bulgaria Four Days from the Euro: How Taxes and Fees Will Be Paid After the Changeover
With the introduction of the euro, all payments to the state budget and to municipalities – including taxes, fees and other public obligations – will be made in the single European currency. The only exception applies during the one-month period of dual circulation, when both the lev and the euro w»»»
Iranian cinema giant, Bahram Beyzai, dies aged 87
Widespread tributes have been shared for Bahram Beyzai, a giant of Iranian cinema and theatre, who has died aged 87 in the US. The front pages of Iranian newspapers mourn his loss, with opposition voices and those who look back fondly on the Shah era also paying homage to Beyzai. Prince Reza Pahlav»»»
Israeli Enemy Proceeds Ceasefire Violations in South Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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7 viral meme trends that took over the internet in 2025
Doha, Qatar: From Labubus to 6-7 memes, internet has been abuzz with various viral trends and memes in 2025. The Peninsula lists a few of the memorable ones that defined 2025. The 6-7 mania Dictionary.com named "67" its Word of the Year - pronounced six-seven, not sixty seven. The two-digit number »»»
Dh2 million in prizes up for grabs at Al Dhafra Grand Kingfish Championships
Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority has opened registration for the Al Dhafra Grand Kingfish Championships, inviting UAE citizens, residents and visitors to take part in the event. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafr»»»
Executions in Iran more than double in 2025, report says
The number of executions in Iran in 2025 has more than doubled compared to the amount which took place across the country in 2024. Norwegian-based Iran Human Rights (IHR) group told the BBC it had verified at least 1,500 executions up until the start of December, adding that many more have taken pl»»»
Lebanon on agenda as Netanyahu meets Trump on Monday
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is due to meet U.S. President Donald Trump in Florida on Monday, an Israeli official told AFP, in what is seen as a crucial visit for the next steps of the fragile Gaza truce plan. It will be Netanyahu's fifth visit to see key ally Trump in the United State»»»
Two from Qatar feature in Top 100 Middle East “Energy Addition” Sustainability Voices 2026
Doha, Qatar: Two sustainability professionals from Qatar have earned a place among the Top 100 Middle East “Energy Addition” Sustainability Voices 2026 list, in recognition of their contributions to climate action and the energy transition. The honourees are Climate Policy Expert and Manager - Enga»»»
UNSC to Convene on Recognition of Somaliland as Lebanon Rejects Israeli Move - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Video: Inside Sheikh Hamdan’s family moment at Ghamran Camp with his son and daughter
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, attended today "Ghamran Camp", a unique initiative that brings together fathers and sons in a hands-on experience designed to s»»»
Waha Oil Company successfully completes drilling, testing, and commissioning of new gas wells BB19 and BB20 producing 26 million cubic feet of gas
Waha Oil Company announced today that it had successfully completed the drilling, testing, and commissioning of gas wells BB19 and BB20 in the Faragh Field. Waha said this comes in line with the National Oil Corporation’s directives aimed at increasing production rates, enabling it to continue to a»»»
Coast guard rescues 108 migrants south of Crete
Authorities rescued 108 migrants from a wooden boat on Sunday about 41 nautical miles south of Gavdos, the southernmost Greek island. The migrants were initially spotted and picked up by a passing ship flying the Liberian flag before being transferred safely to the port of Paleochora on Crete, the »»»
Alawites protest after Syria mosque bombing
Thousands of Syrian Alawites took to the streets in coastal and central parts of the country on Sunday to protest, two days after a mosque bombing that killed eight. The attack, which took place in an Alawite area of Homs, was only the latest against the religious minority, which has been the targe»»»
French Cinema Legend Brigitte Bardot Passes Away at the Age of 91
Brigitte Bardot, the French film star, singer and later animal rights campaigner who rose to global fame in the 1950s and became one of the defining cultural icons of her era, has died at the age of 91. The news was confirmed by the Brigitte Bardot Foundation, which announced the death of its found»»»
Qatar's economy records 2.9% growth in Q3 2025
DOHA: Qatar's economy maintained growth in the third quarter of 2025, with real GDP rising by 2.9% compared to the third quarter of 2024. This growth was driven primarily by non-hydrocarbon activities, which expanded by 4.4%, according to a statement issued by the National Planning Council (NPC). R»»»
Qatar’s economy records 2.9% growth in Q3 2025
Doha, Qatar: Qatar's economy maintained growth in the third quarter of 2025, with real GDP rising by 2.9% compared to the third quarter of 2024. This growth was driven primarily by non-hydrocarbon activities, which expanded by 4.4%, according to a statement issued by the National Planning Council (»»»
How frogs went from right-wing meme to anti-ICE protest symbol
The revolution will not be televised, but it might have webbed feet and bulging eyes. It also might have a unicorn's horn or a chicken's feathers. As protests against the Trump administration continue in US cities, demonstrators are adopting the energy of a community costume parade or block party. »»»
Chief of Staff Haddad’s body returned from Turkey to Tripoli for an official reception, memorial ceremony and burial
Tripoli based Libyan Prime Minister, Abd Alhamid Aldabaiba, participated in the official reception and memorial ceremony held at the Tripoli headquarters of the Ministry of Defence yesterday in honour of the late Field Marshal Mohamed Al-Haddad and his comrades, who were killed in a over Ankara»»»
Romania among countries where cash still holds strong despite global shift to digital payments
Romania remains one of the countries where cash continues to play an unusually prominent role in everyday transactions, even as digital and card-based payments grow worldwide. According to a recent ranking of countries by the prevalence of cash transactions, Romania’s cash usage stands at around 20»»»
Lusail Boulevard’s December 31 event open to families only; parking and shuttle areas announced
Doha, Qatar: Organizers of the Lusail Boulevard fireworks show clarified that the event taking place on Wednesday, December 31, will be open to families only. Lusail City has also unveiled a detailed parking and transportation plan to ensure smooth mobility for spectators. In a statement, Lusail Ci»»»