MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The West's actions to "freeze" the work of the Arctic Council seriously harm its effectiveness and authority, Director of the Department of European Issues at the Russian Foreign Ministry Vladislav Maslennikov told Sputnik. Interaction between the Arctic Council countries is curr»»»

Abu Dhabi-raised law student keeps promise, returns home as India’s queen Abu Dhabi: Kaziah Liz Mejo has returned to the city where she grew up — this time wearing the Miss Universe India 2026 crown. The 19-year-old law student, who was raised in Abu Dhabi, recently met UAE Minister of Tolerance an»»»

Bulgaria Air will operate direct winter flights between Sofia and Lisbon twice a week from December 17, 2026, making it the only airline offering nonstop service between the two capitals, the national carrier said. For the first time, Bulgaria Air will maintain regular Sofia-Lisbon-Sofia flights th»»»

The proposed 33% tax on banks’ “excess profits” could affect lending, investment, economic growth and the cost of government financing, in addition to generating budget revenue, according to the position of Bulgarian National Bank (BNB) Governor Dimitar Radev. Radev stressed that tax changes are pa»»»

Damascus, Sept. 27 (SANA) Syria’s Syriatex apparel exhibition concluded after four days of meetings between manufacturers and buyers, drawing about 500 businesspeople from abroad as local producers seek greater access to international markets.The Fall-Winter 2026-2027 exhibition brought together 23»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Eat Spain, Drink Spain campaign continued its celebration of Spanish cuisine and products in Qatar with a special live cooking event held at LuLu Mall Giardino Pearl on September 23 at 6.30pm. The event was organised as part of the second edition of the Eat Spain, Drink Spain campa»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Civil Service and Government Development Bureau, in partnership with the Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE), is set to launch the National Career Guidance Programme in September 2026 to raise students’ awareness of career opportunities and future labour market needs»»»

Gunmen armed with AK-47s open fire in township bar, killing 17 in latest tragedy Two separate mass shootings near South Africa's two biggest cities killed at least 27 people, police said Sunday. The South African Police Service said 17 people were killed Saturday night when suspects armed with AK-4»»»

New York: One year on from its launch at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, the Global Autism Advocacy Coalition — founded by Qatar Foundation, Autism Speaks, and UNICEF, with support from the World Health Organization — has returned to the international stage with a growing m»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Health Humanitarian Diplomacy workshop, co-organised by Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) and the Geneva Centre of Humanitarian Studies at the University of Geneva has been concluded in Doha. Held under the title “Reconstructing health systems after war in the Arab World”, the five»»»

Consul General of India flags off second run for developed India as part of Seva Pakhwada Dubai: Thousands of Indian expats in the UAE turned out at Zabeel Park, Dubai, on Sunday morning for the second edition of the Viksit Bharat Run, held this year as part of the Seva Pakhwada service campaign of»»»

Arab Finance: Egyptian Transport and Commercial Services Company (Egytrans NOSCO) has postponed the extraordinary general assembly that was set to consider voluntarily delisting its shares from the Egyptian Exchange (EGX), according to a company disclosure. The company said it would return the matt»»»

A black kitten named Szaffi has found itself at the centre of an unexpected debate over pet adoption in Hungary. After comedian Anett Kormos publicly criticised what she considered excessive shelter requirements, the minister responsible for animal welfare said the system should become clearer, mor»»»

Sofia Municipality offered free tours, museum visits and interactive experiences on Sunday to mark World Tourism Day, the Municipality said. The programme included free admission to Muzeiko, the Museum of Illusions and the interactive spaces Phenomena, VIDENIE and MINA, as well as guided tours of V»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar General Electricity and Water Corporation (Kahramaa) has announced the accreditation of the first batch of Energy Services Companies (ESCOs) as part of its efforts to develop the energy efficiency services market in the State of Qatar and enhance the quality and reliability of se»»»

Doha, Qatar: The National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA), operating through its Personal Data Privacy Protection Department, conducted two targeted awareness workshops centered on safeguarding personal information. The initiative is part of an ongoing campaign to cultivate a strong culture of privacy»»»

Doha, Qatar: The General Directorate of Endowments at the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has honoured 38 imams and preachers for their active participation in the first series of its “Ambassadors of Waqf” awareness seminars, aimed at promoting a culture of sustainable giving and highlighting»»»

Doha, Qatar: Al Jazeera Media Network categorically rejects the remarks made by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the United Nations General Assembly, where he described Al Jazeera as a “toxic” media outlet. “The Network regards these remarks as the latest development in a sustained camp»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s handball team reached the semi-finals of the Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026 yesterday after beating Iran 31-25, while high jump star Mutaz Barshim will compete in the final today as he bids for another gold medal. Qatar, who are targeting their fourth straight gold, will take on»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Labour (MoL), in cooperation with Qatar International Islamic Bank (QIIB), organised job interviews at the bank’s premises for a number of Qatari citizens and children of Qatari women seeking employment in the private sector. The interviews aimed to recruit candidates f»»»

Doha, Qatar: Chairman of Qatar Tourism H E Saad bin Ali Al Kharji, said that Qatar’s tourism sector has had a journey marked by progress, resilience, and transformation throughout 2026. In a statement marking World Tourism Day 2026, he added, “World Tourism Day provides an opportunity to reflect on»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Chamber (QC) participated in the Second Azerbaijan International Investment Forum, held in Baku on September 25–26 under the theme “Rebuilding Trust in a Fragmented World: The South Caucasus as a Hub for Global Connectivity and Investment Stability,” with the participation of gov»»»

Eight gunmen open fire in Johannesburg, 17 dead and 15 injured Johannesburg: Eight gunmen armed with assault rifles killed 17 people and wounded 15 others at a bar west of Johannesburg, police said on Sunday, in the latest mass shooting in the crime-weary country. "They allegedly searched some patr»»»

AI to support, not replace, prosecutors under UAE Public Prosecution’s 2045 plan Abu Dhabi: “Human will be in command each and every time.” For Counsellor Salem Al Zaabi of the UAE Public Prosecution, this principle defines how artificial intelligence should be introduced into criminal justice: not»»»

New York: The State of Qatar has participated in a high-level meeting on upholding international law, held on the margin of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. Advisor to the Prime Minister and Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Majed bin Mohammed»»»