From manga to Moby-Dick: What readers bought at Sharjah Book Fair
Visitors share the books they came looking for and the unexpected titles they found A stack of manga filling gaps in a young reader's collection. Five books from a children's series new to another reader. A self-development title first spotted on social media. And a literary classic getting another»»»
UAE eases Ebola-related entry measures for Ugandans
Doha, Qatar: The United Arab Emirates announced easing of precautionary measures introduced in June 2026 in response to developments related to the Ebola virus. The National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA), in coordination with the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP»»»
Qatar Media Corporation Chairman meets Djibouti's Communication Minister
Doha, Qatar: Chairman of Qatar Media Corporation HE Sheikh Hamad bin Thamer Al-Thani met on Wednesday with Minister of Communication, in charge of Posts and Telecommunications of the Republic of Djibouti, HE Mohamed Abdoulkader Moussa. During the meeting, the two sides discussed areas of cooperatio»»»
Voices:The Heart of Dahiyeh: Where Lebanon Remembers Its Mar...
By Fatima Haydar On November 11, thousands will gather at the Sayyed Al-Shuhada (AS) Complex for Hezbollah’s annual Martyr’s Day. But this year, the gathering carries a particular meaning. The complex has risen again after being destroyed, while the memories of those who once filled it remain with »»»
Presidency of Republics 2027 budget estimated at TND 248.576 million
Tunis, Nov.11 (TAP) - The Presidency of the Republic's 2027 budget is estimated at TND 248.576 million, reads a joint report by the committees of the Assembly of the Representatives of the People (ARP) and the National Council of Regions and...»»»
Gemayel: Hezbollah lost its way to the south, ending up in Bsharri and Tannourine
Kataeb Party Leader MP Sami Gemayel said Wednesday that Hezbollah has "lost its way to the south," ending up in Fanar, Bsharri, Tannourine, and Dahr al-Baidar. The remarks, posted Wednesday on the X platform, come after security forces arrested five Hezbollah members on the outskirts of Batroun and»»»
EU customs duty hits order from Asian webshops in Hungary
One-third of Hungarian consumers have scaled back the frequency of their purchases from Asian webshops since the introduction of a European Union customs duty on low-value parcels on July 1, a survey commissioned by delivery company DODO shows. The representative survey, conducted by Ipsos, shows 2»»»
Italy evacuates hundreds of schools after receiving email bomb threats
At least 300 Italian schools on Wednesday were evacuated after receiving emailed bomb threats, the country's education minister said. At least 300 schools in Italy were evacuated on Wednesday after receiving the same bomb alert message, the education minister said. The security alert cam»»»
Principal Buyer opens qualification for 3 energy projects totaling 3,200 MW
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia's energy firm Principal Buyer has opened qualification for Round 8 of its solar and wind projects, with a combined capacity of 3,200 megawatts. The Saudi Power Procurement Co.'s round comprises the 900-MW Tamir solar photovoltaic project in the Riyadh region, the 1,000-MW Sharq»»»
Egyptian Tax authority collects LE 14 billion through tax risk-assessment system: Official
The Head of the Egyptian Tax Authority (ETA), Rasha Abdel-Aal, announced that the tax risk-assessment system has generated approximately LE 14 billion, noting that the ETA received around 750,000 voluntary disclosures, which contributed to a total tax yield of LE97 billion. Speaking at a seminar or»»»
Erdogan says developed countries must do more to finance climate change measures
ANTALYA: Developed countries must take bigger responsibility for the financing of measures to tackle climate change, President Tayyip Erdogan told the COP31 summit in Turkiye on Wednesday. Harmony shown in decisions in the battle against climate change have not been reflected in action, Erdo»»»
Middle East...:Indian Sailor Injured in Attack on Dubai-Boun...
By Staff, Agencies An Indian national was injured after a Liberia-flagged commercial tanker came under attack in the Gulf on Tuesday while heading towards Dubai, India's Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal announced. The very large crude carrier MT Fujairah Energy was struck by a projectile, leavi»»»
EU Statements Show No Desire to Advance Towards Peace in Ukraine - Kremlin
Europeans' statements so far do not indicate a desire to contribute to advancing toward peace in Ukraine, Kremlin Spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said. Other statements:So far there is no vision for Russia's communication with Europe, but at some stage this will certainly be discussedCommunication with »»»
Ministry of Interior warns of rain, thunderstorms, lightning and hail
Residents urged to drive cautiously and avoid wadis, flooded areas and beaches Dubai: The Ministry of Interior has issued a nationwide weather alert, urging residents and motorists to exercise extreme caution as unsettled conditions are expected to bring rain, strong winds, thunderstorms, lightning»»»
For UAE resident wins $1 million in Dubai Duty Free draw
Plus, two others won luxury cars After 20 years of regularly buying tickets to the Dubai Duty Free draw, former Dubai resident and retired British national M.C. Jones has struck it big: she has become the winner of one million dollars. “What can I say? I’m so surprised! Thank you, Dubai Duty, Free!»»»
UN chief urges world leaders to tackle fossil fuels at COP31
Antalya, Turkiye: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres railed against the oil and gas lobby on Wednesday, urging world leaders to "end the fossil fuel addiction" at a climate summit missing several prominent figures. The two-week COP31 talks kicked off in Turkiye earlier this week with governments»»»
Africa...:Niger Summons EU Envoy Over Alleged Interference i...
By Staff, Agencies Niger has summoned the European Union's acting chargé d'affaires, Olai Voionmaa, accusing Brussels of interfering in its sovereign affairs following comments questioning the legal basis and objectives of Algeria's military deployment to the West African country. Voionmaa was summ»»»
173 blood donation centers approved across Saudi Arabia
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has 173 approved blood donation centers and sites across the Kingdom, according to a guide issued as part of the annual national blood donation campaign, which aims to encourage voluntary donations and maintain blood supplies. The Ministry of Health accounts for the largest sha»»»
Global performances, Saudi traditions take center stage at Riyadh Season
RIYADH: From Gulf theater productions and international cultural performances to traditional Saudi arts, Riyadh Season 2026 is showcasing a diverse entertainment program across the capital, with more attractions set to open throughout November. The seventh edition of Riyadh Season, which began on O»»»
Best Electric Van 2026: Ford Transit Curier, KIA PV5 Cargo, Iveco Daily and Toyota Hilux BEV
Also, as a result of the emergence of electric motorization in the pickup segment, the organizers started this year the Best Electric Pickup section at this event. Ford Transit Curier, KIA PV5 Cargo și Iveco Daily received the title of Best Electric Van 2026 in Romania, each in its own category, du»»»
Bistro Urban opens at Business Garden Bucharest, creating a new gathering place for community
“The opening of Bistro Urban at Business Garden Bucharest marks an important step in our development strategy and reflects DeliGroup’s commitment to being closer to business communities. Our goal is to offer more than just a dining experience, through a concept tailored to the lifestyle and needs o»»»
Parliament Approves One-Off 33% Tax on Excess Profits at First Reading
Bulgaria's National Assembly approved at first reading on Wednesday amendments to the Corporate Income Tax Act introducing a one-off 33% tax on excess profits earned by companies in certain economic sectors. The bill, submitted by the Council of Ministers on November 5, 2026, passed by 127 votes in»»»
Draft finance law 2027 does not provide for any tax rate increases (minister)
Tunis, Nov. 11 (TAP)- The tax burden ratio is expected to drop to 24.9% in 2027 down from 25.7% for the entirety of 2026 and 26.1% in 2024, Minister of Economy and Planning Samir Abdelhafidh said. The draft finance law 2027 does not provide for any...»»»
Kushner Says Will Travel to Moscow Tomorrow to Meet With Putin
The US Presidential Envoy Jared Kushner expressed hope a meeting with Russian President will help develop the progress achieved during the Abu Dhabi talks.»»»
Romanian edtech company Kinderpedia raises EUR 2.7 million to accelerate international expansion
Romanian edtech company Kinderpedia has secured EUR 2.7 million in funding following a EUR 500,000 investment from BCR Seed Starter, the corporate venture capital arm of Banca Comercială Română (BCR). The round was led by Polish investment fund Simpact Ventures, with participation from existing inv»»»
Dollar rises toward two-week high on Fed rate hike bets
Washington, Nov. 11 (SANA) The U.S. dollar rose against most major currencies Wednesday, approaching a two-week high after stronger-than-expected U.S. inflation data and hawkish comments from Federal Reserve officials reinforced expectations of an interest rate increase in December.The dollar index»»»
Syrian studies explore baker’s yeast to improve crop yields
Damascus, Nov. 11 (SANA) Syrian researchers are examining the potential of baker’s yeast to improve crop yields and reduce reliance on chemical fertilizers, with studies on flax and other crops showing promising results for sustainable agriculture. Israa al-Boush, a lecturer in the Field Crops Depa»»»
Thai Trade Center Dubai launches restaurant discovery campaign with 25 UAE-based influencers
Discover Thai SELECT-certified restaurants ahead of Thai SELECT Fest 2026 in Dubai The Thai Trade Center Dubai, under the Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), Ministry of Commerce, Thailand, is launching “THAI SELECT 2026: Discover Authentic Thai Dining,” a campaign to showcase authe»»»
Araghchi Hits Back at Rubio: He is Repeating Pompeo’s ‘Delusions’ on Iran
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has rebuked US Secretary of State Marco Rubio for repeating what he described as Washington’s failed policy of pressuring Iran into submission, drawing a parallel with similar remarks made by former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo. “Eight years ago, a cartoon »»»
Palestine:Gaza Doctor’s Life at Risk After 23 Months in ’Isr...
By Staff, Agencies Serious concerns have been raised over the health of prominent Gaza doctor Hussam Abu Safiya, who has been held in "Israeli" detention without charge for nearly 23 months. An independent medical expert reviewing his records warned that his deteriorating condition could put his li»»»
Topic of Security Architecture Was Central at Abu Dhabi Talks - Medinsky
Following the trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi, Russian Presidential Aide Vladimir Medinsky called the framing of the question of a continental security system after the end of the conflict in Ukraine correct. "We believe that the very framing of the question of what will happen after the inevitable e»»»
Tunisia and the Netherlands strengthen partnership on sustainable development projects
Tunis, November 11 (TAP) – Tunisia will receive a €60.92 million grant from the Dutch government to finance additional phases of its national coastal protection programme, covering several sites in Bizerte, Monastir, Sousse and Djerba, Minister of...»»»
Bitdefender and ING use AI to track where money from fake online stores ends up
According to internal data from the pilot program, the Honeycards project made it possible, during the eight-month testing period, to identify 191 suspicious merchants and prevent fraudulent transactions for 404 customers, with a total value of over RON 121,000. Bitdefender and ING Bank Romania hav»»»
Olabi: Syria pursues diplomacy while upholding its rights
New York, Nov. 11 (SANA) Syria has chosen diplomacy, de-escalation and respect for international law to prevent further conflict while firmly upholding its legitimate rights, its Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ibrahim Olabi, told the UN General Assembly’s Fourth Committee. Accordin»»»
Why Arabic literature struggles to reach international readers
Literary experts at SIBF discuss the challenges of bringing Arabic works to global readers Translating Arabic literature is only the first step towards reaching international readers, scholars and translators said at the 45th Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2026), pointing to cultural context»»»
Tanja Kuzman, Digital Serbia Initiative: Investing in regional programmes that create impact and value
Tanja Kuzman is the CEO of the Digital Serbia Initiative and one of the region’s most influential voices in digital transformation, innovation, and startup ecosystems. Before becoming CEO, Tanja spent six years leading PwC’s Digital, Startups, and Innovation practice across Southeast European count»»»
Hambar attracts its first €250,000 seed investment from Vest Ventures
The investment is provided through the Business Acceleration Financial Instrument, co-financed by the European Union under the West Regional Programme 2021–2027, managed by the West Regional Development Agency (ADR Vest). The funding brings together two initiatives with roots in western Romania: Ha»»»
United Media Services earns EcoVadis Platinum Medal for its sustainability performance
United Media Services (UMS), an independent media agency in Romania, has earned the Platinum Medal, the highest level of recognition awarded by EcoVadis, a global platform that assesses companies’ sustainability performance. The result places the agency in the top 1% of companies assessed by EcoVad»»»
Invest Qatar, SOIN partner to launch regional operations in Qatar
Doha, Qatar: The Investment Promotion Agency Qatar (Invest Qatar) and SOIN, a leading IT solutions provider, today announced a partnership to support SOIN's establishment and expansion in Qatar. The partnership aims to advance the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI), enterprise modernization a»»»
AFI achieves LEED® Zero Carbon certification for its office projects in Romania
AFI has become the first real estate developer in Romania to achieve LEED Zero Carbon certification for its operational office portfolio. The certification covers seven projects in Bucharest, Brașov and Timișoara, with a total leasable area of approximately 260,000 sqm, and confirms a net zero bala»»»
Russia's Degelation Head Medinsky Briefs Reporters After Trilateral Talks in Abu Dhabi
Trilateral talks between Russia, the United States and Ukraine were held in Abu Dhabi, UAE, on November 10-11. Sputnik is live as Vladimir Medinsky, Russia's presidential aide and head of its delegation, is addressing the press following Wednesday's round of negotiations between Russia, Ukraine, an»»»
Salt Bank becomes a trading member of Bucharest Stock Exchange
The Bucharest Stock Exchange (BVB) officially welcomed Salt Bank as a Trading Participant in its trading system during an event hosted at BVB’s headquarters. Salt Bank, the first 100% Romanian neobank and part of the Banca Transilvania Financial Group, thus becomes the only bank in Romania to bring»»»
US expects army to disarm Hezbollah, calls it 'root cause of Lebanon's crises'
A U.S. State Department spokesperson told MTV that the Lebanon's political, economic, and security crises share a single root cause: Hezbollah. The spokesperson said Washington expects the Lebanese army to proceed with disarming Hezbollah and dismantling its infrastructure nationwide, starting from»»»
Hungary's property market cools as Budapest prices stagnate
Hungary property prices are rising at their slowest annual pace in more than two years, while Budapest’s residential market has remained virtually unchanged for three months. New figures also reveal substantial price differences between the capital’s districts, following a brief surge in buyer inte»»»
Gold prices steady in Syria as global bullion rebounds
Damascus, Nov. 11 (SANA) Gold prices in Syria remained unchanged Wednesday, while global bullion recovered from a sharp selloff as stronger-than-expected U.S. inflation reinforced expectations of further monetary tightening. According to the General Authority for Precious Metals Management, 21-kara»»»
Nayib Bukele says Salvadoran troops destroyed gang HQ in Haiti
President Nayib Bukele said Tuesday that Salvadoran troops deployed to Haiti had destroyed the headquarters of one of the Caribbean nation's most powerful gangs.Bukele has deployed more than 2,000 soldiers to Haiti since late October, after four Salvadoran troops went missing in the country.»»»
India pollution monitors overwhelmed by toxic smog
New Delhi, India: India's air pollution monitors were overwhelmed this week by toxic smog so severe that concentrations exceeded their upper measurement limit, equivalent to 66 times the World Health Organization's recommended daily maximum, regulators said. The admission comes after opposition pol»»»
E.ON reaffirms its forecasts for 2026 and continues to invest in Europe’s energy infrastructure
“The results for the first nine months demonstrate once again the resilience of our business model. Our solid financial and operational performance keeps us firmly on track to achieve our annual targets. At the same time, we are seeing a significant and ever-increasing need for investment in energy»»»
UK govt welcomes £12 bn wind farm funding ahead of COP31
London: The UK government on Wednesday welcomed a £12-billion ($16-billion) investment by German energy group RWE and US investment fund KKR in two offshore wind farms in British waters. The two projects were among those awarded in a UK government auction in January, which secured a record amount o»»»
United States:Trump’s $10 Billion Defamation Lawsuit Against...
By Staff, Agencies A US federal judge has allowed President Donald Trump's $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the BBC to proceed, partially rejecting the British broadcaster's request to dismiss the case. The lawsuit concerns a BBC Panorama documentary that spliced together separate remarks Tru»»»