Watch: Dubai launches AI cameras to catch litterers, with fines of up to Dh500
Dubai: Dubai Municipality on Thursday announced the launch of a pilot project using Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered cameras mounted on waste collection vehicles to improve public cleanliness monitoring and speed up responses to littering violations, with fines reaching up to Dh500. The smart c»»»
Yemeni separatist chief fled to UAE, Saudi-led coalition says
Yemeni separatist leader Aidarous Al-Zubaidi has fled to the United Arab Emirates with Emirati help after a failed military advance that strained relations between the Gulf countries, the country's Saudi-led coalition said on Thursday. Al-Zubaidi was accused of high treason and»»»
Turkey offers to 'support' Syrian forces against Kurdish fighters in Aleppo
Turkey stands ready to help Syria in its "counter-terrorism" operation against Kurdish fighters in Aleppo, the Turkish defence ministry told a press briefing on Thursday, adding that the Aleppo operation was "carried out entirely by the Syrian army" – implying no Turkish involvement. Turk»»»
Heavy wind, rain, snow to batter Europe
London: Europe was set to be buffeted by weather ranging from severe winds to snow and freezing temperatures with the arrival of Storm Goretti on Thursday, with forecasters issuing warnings from Britain to Germany. Britain's Met Office issued a "rare" red wind warning for the Isles of Scilly and Co»»»
U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Meets New SPAK and BKH Leaders, Vows Fight Against Crime and Corruption
Chargé d’Affaires Nancy VanHorn congratulated this Thursday the head of the Special Prosecution against Corruption (SPAK), Klodjan Braho and NBI Director Joni Keta on their new leadership roles, reaffirming U.S. support for SPAK’s efforts to combat organized crime and narcotics trafficking. "As Sec»»»
France's Macron slams 'temptation to divide up world' among 'great powers'
French President Emmanuel Macron warned that the United States was "breaking free from international rules" and turning away from allies as he addressed top diplomats on Thursday in a speech dominated by the fallout from the US attack on Venezuela. French President Emmanuel Macron said on Thur»»»
Russia frees imprisoned French researcher Laurent Vinatier
Russia will free Laurent Vinatier, a French researcher serving a three-year prison sentence for flouting laws requiring "foreign agents" to register with authorities. Vinatier will be exchanged for detained basketball player Daniil Kasatkin, accused by the US of hacking. Russian media reported t»»»
French connections - Favourite foods: What the French like to eat
France is known around the world for its delicious food: not only wine and cheese, but also countless mouth-watering regional dishes. So what do the French like to eat? Do they have a favourite food? Is it even possible to choose? As a bonus, we teach you how to make boeuf bourguignon, the king of »»»
Russia frees imprisoned French researcher Laurent Vinatier
Russia has freed Laurent Vinatier, a French researcher serving a three-year prison sentence for flouting laws requiring "foreign agents" to register with authorities. Vinatier will be exchanged for detained basketball player Daniil Kasatkin, accused by the US of hacking. Russian media reported t»»»
Policing the sky: NATO’s high-risk patrols near Ukraine
The war in Ukraine has not only reshaped borders on the ground but also transformed the airspace above Europe, forcing NATO’s European allies to redefine aerial security by patrolling a tense new frontier over the Black Sea in what is described as a “policing of the sky” mission aimed at upholding »»»
Global Village Season 30 closing date announced
Global Village, the annual family-friendly fest where more than 90 cultures come together, has announced that Season 30 will come to a close on May 10, 2026. It will reopen for Season 31 later in the year. Before it closes its doors though, there’s plenty to experience. From food from around the gl»»»
OpenAI launches ChatGPT Health to review your medical records
OpenAI has launched a new ChatGPT feature in the US which can analyse people's medical records to give them better answers, but campaigners warn it raises privacy concerns. The firm wants people to share their medical records along with data from apps like MyFitnessPal, which will be analysed to gi»»»
Israeli occupation drones target vehicle in Southern Lebanon, one fatality reported
BEIRUT, Jan 8 (KUNA) -- One person was killed on Thursday in an airstrike carried out by Israeli occupation aircraft on a town in southern Lebanon.The Lebanese Ministry of Health's Emergency Operations Center said in a statement that an Israeli drone targeted a vehicle on the Zaita-Bnaful road in t»»»
ARP Speaker stresses role of parliamentary diplomacy
Tunis, Jan. 8 (TAP) - Speaker of the Assembly of People’s Representatives, Brahim Bouderbala, stressed the importance of parliamentary diplomacy in strengthening Tunisia’s external relations and backing government efforts in this area.Speaking on...»»»
Saudi, Iraqi Foreign Ministers discuss regional developments
Riyadh: Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received a phone call on Thursday from his Iraqi counterpart Fuad Hussein. According to a statement, the two ministers discussed the latest regional and international developments, their implications, and ongoing efforts »»»
Senate to vote on war powers resolution - UPI.com
Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., speaks alongside Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., during a meeting with reporters Wednesday in Washington, D.C. The senators discussed their Venezuelan War Powers Resolution, which would block the use of the military to engage in hostilities within or against Venezuela unless authorize»»»
House to vote on ACA tax credit extension - UPI.com
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., speaks during a press conference on the East Front Steps of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., on Dec. 18. The U.S. House is set to vote on a plan to extend Affordable Care Act premium tax credits Thursday. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo J»»»
Overnight temperatures to range between 3°C and 10°C
Tunis, Jan 8 (TAP) - The weather Thursday night will be partly cloudy aross the country, according to forecasts from the National Institute of Meteorology (INM).The wind will blow west, strong along coastal areas and light to moderate elsewhere. The...»»»
Iranians protest for 12th day as Kurdish opposition calls for general strike
An Iranian police officer was killed in a stabbing during unrest near the capital, local media reported on Thursday as protests over the cost of living in the country entered a 12th day. Several Kurdish opposition parties based in neighbouring Iraq have called for a general strike in support o»»»
Inside the sub-zero lair of the world's most powerful computer
It looks like a golden chandelier and contains the coldest place in the known universe. What I am looking at is not just the most powerful computer in the world, but technology pivotal to financial security, Bitcoin, government secrets, the world economy and more. Quantum computing holds the key to»»»
Algeria apologises after player mocks Congolese superfan dressed as pan-African hero
Algeria's football federation has apologised to a Congolese superfan who has become one of the stars of the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) being held in Morocco. Michel Nkuka Mboladinga has supported the Democratic Republic of Congo by dressing up as the country's revered first leader Patrice Lumumb»»»
Audience at Kuwait's Jaber Al-Ahmad stadium for Frech Super Cup clash
Photo feature by Mashari Al-Kandari KUWAIT, Jan 8 (KUNA) -- Soccer fans have flocked to Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium on Thursday to enjoy watching the French Super Cup clash between Paris Saint-Germain and Marseille, marking the first time in which Kuwait hosts this prestigious sporting eve»»»
US Senate Passes Resolution to Ban Use of Armed Forces Against Venezuela in 52-47 Vote
WASHINGTON (RIA Novosti) – The US Senate passed the resolution banning the use of armed forces against Venezuela. During the vote on Thursday, 52 senators supported the resolution, and 47 opposed it. “The motion is agreed to,” a chairman of the meeting said. On January 3, the US launched a massive »»»
FinMin meets Tunisian Saudi Bank Board of Directors Chairman
Tunis, Jan 8 (TAP) - The future of the Tunisian Saudi Bank (TSB), along with the need to secure its development and strengthen its operational capacity through an integrated reform plan, took centre stage at a meeting held on Wednesday between...»»»
Vehicles, real estate online auctions to be held Sunday: Supreme Judiciary Council
Doha, Qatar: The Supreme Judiciary Council has announced the organisation of two online judicial auctions, covering vehicles and real estate, offering a range of assets at competitive prices through its official digital platform. In a post on X, the Council said the auctions will be conducted by th»»»
Dozens of bus routes suspended due to farmers’ roadblocks
Fifty bus routes between Athens and Thessaloniki were canceled Thursday due to a complete blockade of roads by farmers and livestock breeders, the Thessaloniki Bus Company said. The company, citing information from police in Thessaly, said all alternative routes between Thessaloniki and Athens were»»»
9 hurt in seven separate motorcycle incidents in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi Police urged motorcycle riders to be cautious while on their bikes via social media. Saying that it had dealt with seven traffic incidents involving motorcycles in desert areas, resulting from reckless driving and failure to adhere to safety requirements, it called upon vigilance. Nine pe»»»
Environment ministry removes camp for violating regulations
DOHA: The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change has removed a camp that violated the camping conditions and regulations due to its failure to obtain the necessary permit. The ministry is continuing field campaigns to remove all unlicensed or violating camps, to protect the wild environment and»»»
Three Palestinians killed in Israeli strike on Khan Younis, medics say
Gaza: Three Palestinians have been killed and three others wounded in an Israeli air strike on the southern Gaza city of Khan Younis, according to Palestinian officials. The Palestinian news agency (Wafa) said an Israeli drone struck a tent sheltering displaced people in the Al Mawasi area of Khan »»»
What the 2026 Olympics mean for international sports betting markets
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Rape and murder of minor girl triggers massive protests in Bihar's Khagaria
The alleged rape and murder of a five-year-old girl in Bihar's Khagaria district has sparked widespread outrage, with angry residents staging a massive protest on Thursday. Protesters forcibly entered the district collectorate, created a ruckus, and blocked the main road, disrupting normal life. Th»»»
Nearly 500 Snowploughs Clearing National Roads, Anti-Icing Measures Underway
A total of 489 snowploughs are operating on Bulgaria’s national road network, the Road Infrastructure Agency (RIA) said in a press release on Thursday. Road sections are treated primarily to prevent icing, the agency said, adding that falling temperatures and the cessation of snowfall are creating »»»
Ambassador to India says Qatar uses New Delhi Book Fair to deepen cultural exchange
New Delhi: HE the Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the Republic of India has hailed Doha's engagement as guest of honour at this year's New Delhi World Book Fair as a move aimed at strengthening cultural dialogue and knowledge exchange between the Arab world and India. Addressing a press confere»»»
Douglas Owusu to join Red Star Belgrade from Radnik Surdulica in 2.2 mln euro deal
BELGRADE - Ghanaian football player Douglas Owusu is set to join Serbian champions Red Star Belgrade from Superliga outfit Radnik Surdulica - according to Tanjug sources, the deal is worth 2.2 mln euros. The winger will become Red Star's record signing, and a second addition to the club's squad in »»»
Al-Ula fossil discovery highlights region's geological, scientific significance
JEDDAH, Jan 8 (KUNA) -- The Royal Commission for Al-Ula announced on Thursday the documentation and publication of rare fossils of a horseshoe crab dating back approximately 465 million years, as part of a peer-reviewed scientific study published in Gondwana Research, a specialized journal in geolo»»»
Qatar National Library hosts National Library of Nigeria delegation for knowledge exchange
Doha: Qatar National Library (QNL) hosted a senior delegation from the National Library of Nigeria for a three-day knowledge exchange, reinforcing QNL's role as a regional hub for innovation and international collaboration. The visit, held 6-8 January 2026, brought together library professionals to»»»
Qatar Museums welcomes 2026 with creativity, learning and discovery
Doha, Qatar: Qatar Museums welcomes 2026 with a dynamic January programme of creative, educational, and community-focused activities held across its museums and creative hubs. From hands-on workshops exploring heritage, design, and sustainability, inspiring film screenings, and family-friendly outd»»»
German President Says US is Destroying World Order
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier has strongly criticized the US foreign policy under President Donald Trump and urged the world not to let the world order disintegrate into a “den of robbers” where the unscrupulous take what they want. In unusually strong remarks, which appeared to refer to»»»
Maria Tsantsarova's Dismissal Prompts Regulator's Scrutiny and Calls for Stronger Safeguards for Journalists
The lawyers of the Council for Electronic Media (CEM) will examine the case of the dismissal of journalist Maria Tsantsarova from bTV and whether it involves a breach of the Radio and Television Act (RTA). The decision was made on Thursday by CEM members after a lengthy discussion. They also decide»»»
Zohran Mamdami, Kathy Hochul to launch free care for 2-year-olds - UPI.com
1 of 3 | A new free child care program for 2-year-olds is coming to New York City with the announcement of 2-Care by Gov. Kathy Hochul and Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Thursday. File Photo by Derek French/UPI | License Photo Jan. 8 (UPI) -- New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamda»»»
Avelo Airlines to stop flying ICE deportation flights - UPI.com
Avelo Airlines announce it will stop conducting deportation flights for the Department of Homeland Security. Image courtesy of Avelo Airlines. Jan. 8 (UPI) -- Avelo Airlines, an ultra-low-cost airline, announced it will end its contract with the U.S. government to conduct deportation flights. The a»»»
Russia frees imprisoned French researcher Laurent Vinatier
Russia has freed Laurent Vinatier, a French researcher serving a three-year prison sentence for flouting laws requiring "foreign agents" to register with authorities. Vinatier will be exchanged for detained basketball player Daniil Kasatkin, accused by the US of hacking. Russian m»»»
Italy's support to EU-Mercosur trade deal agreement could shift balance
Italy on Wednesday said that an EU trade deal with South American bloc Mercosur could bring "enormous benefits", despite calling for a postponement of plans to seal the accord in December. On Friday, the bloc's member states are expected to vote in favour of the text that will create the world's la»»»
Perspective - A long-held desire: Why does the US want Greenland?
The Trump administration is signalling no retreat in its goal of acquiring Greenland, a semi-autonomous Danish territory, after the White House said the president wasn't ruling out the use of military force. Speaking to FRANCE 24, Mikaa Blugeon-Mered, an expert on hydrogen geopolitics and Greenland»»»
Kuwait Embassy alerts citizens in Germany as severe weather looms
BERLIN, Jan 8 (KUNA) -- The Kuwaiti Embassy in Germany urged Kuwaiti citizens in the country to stay cautious following warnings issued by the German Meteorological Service.In a statement to KUNA, the embassy said the snowstorm "Elli" is expected to bring severe weather and heavy snowfall starting »»»
KFOR commander meets with UNMIK head to discuss security situation in Kosovo-Metohija
PRISTINA - KFOR Commander Maj Gen Ozkan Ulutas met with the new special representative of the UN secretary-general and UNMIK head Peter Due in Pristina on Thursday. "The meeting focused on the current security situation in Kosovo and highlighted the close cooperation between KFOR and UNMIK," KFOR s»»»