Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc on Thursday piled pressure on Israeli Arab leaders over unproven accusations of foreign funding, in a push to neuter parties that made strong gains after an otherwise indecisive election. National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, a far-right firebrand with»»»

Arabic coffee, traditional music and perfumes add Emirati flavour to a special celebration Calgary: From the rich aroma of Arabic coffee to the captivating fragrances of Arabian perfumes, Calgary experienced a taste of Abu Dhabi as Etihad Airways hosted an evening of Emirati hospitality to celebrat»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The humanitarian operation in Alyoshki is aimed at providing assistance to the civilian population, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday. "At this time, these days, today and tomorrow, an operation [humanitarian mission in Alyoshki] is planned, by the way, with the s»»»

Top UAE lender reports higher income, double-digit loan growth, assets reaching Dh1.47tr Dubai: First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) reported a 3 per cent increase in group net profit to Dh16.46 billion for the first nine months of 2026, supported by higher lending volumes, improved interest margins and grow»»»

Arab parties set for record 19 seats as Brent near $115 and Iran talks stay stalled Dubai: Israel’s election has produced no clear winner, and a record Arab vote now sits at the centre of coalition talks. With 85.6 percent of votes counted, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s bloc holds 53 seats, G»»»

Seoul: Families of victims of South Korea's deadly Halloween crowd crush have demanded that footage of the disaster used in the latest instalment of "Call of Duty" be removed, a representative told AFP Thursday, condemning its "complete lack of sensitivity". "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4", the ne»»»

Gulf News takes you inside the lavish Diwali party held at a plush Indian restaurant Dubai: If there's one thing Dubai's glittering social set knows how to do, it's throw a party where more is definitely more. And this glamorous star-studded gathering to usher in Diwali was a masterclass in turning»»»

Year 13 students turn a school initiative to an opportunity to give back to their home Dubai: The UAE’s push for sustainability has encouraged communities, schools, and individuals to consider how everyday actions can help reduce waste and protect the environment. In Dubai, three Year 13 students a»»»

The London-based Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA) has filed a complaint with the European Ombudsman, accusing the EU Commission of maladministration over its handling of the bloc’s methane rules. The complaint, filed on Thursday (29 October), targets two recent commission decisions. The fir»»»

Two days before the latest drone strike on a merchant ship off Bulgaria's coast, Prime Minister Rumen Radev offered an explanation for why the attacks had spread that has caused a diplomatic headache with Bulgaria's northern neighbor. Speaking at the Sofia Economic Forum on October 26, Radev said t»»»

CCTV captures motorcycle-borne attackers as police investigate possible gang links Dubai: Two unidentified gunmen on a motorcycle opened fire outside the Delhi home of a Dubai-based businessman, firing six rounds before fleeing, police said. The shooting took place around 5am on Wednesday, October »»»

Global energy shift: Solar outpaces nuclear despite shrinking US policy support Solar has passed nuclear as a source of the world’s electricity. In 2025, solar plants produced 2,778 terawatt-hours (TWh), about 13 percent more than the world’s reactors. A decade earlier the picture was reversed: sol»»»

The only nationally televised debate between the presidential candidates - Iliana Iotova and Andrey Gurov - will be broadcast live on Bulgarian National Television (BNT) at 9 p.m. on Thursday. The debate, which will be moderated by Poli Zlatareva, will cover issues of importance to society in which»»»

In an interview for bTV that aired Thursday morning, outgoing Chief of Defence Admiral Emil Eftimov said that the drones that struck the container ship in the Black Sea on Wednesday came from the east. He reported that Bulgaria is making increasing efforts in the areas of intelligence, surveillance»»»

Traffic disrupted on Emirates Road after accident, drivers urged to stay cautious Dubai: A traffic accident is obstructing traffic on Emirates Road in Sharjah, disrupting the flow of vehicles on the stretch from Intersection No. 7 towards Al Badaa Bridge. The General Command of Sharjah Police annou»»»

Doha, Qatar: QatarEnergy entered into a long-term Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA) with Woodside Energy (LA) Investments LLC (Woodside Energy) for the purchase of 3 million tons per annum (MTPA) of LNG from the Louisiana LNG project, located along the United States Gulf Coast, and currently under »»»

By Staff, Agencies At least nine people were killed and several others injured after an oxygen cylinder exploded inside an ambulance at a hospital in southern Pakistan, police said Thursday. The incident occurred late Wednesday night at a hospital in Tharparkar district, in Sindh province, as medic»»»

By Staff, Agencies Spain’s high-speed rail network is facing renewed scrutiny following a deadly train collision that killed at least 68 people and injured dozens on Wednesday, as leaked audio recordings raised questions about the handling of a malfunctioning safety system before the crash. Accordi»»»

By Staff, Agencies North Korea fired around a dozen short-range ballistic missiles toward the East Sea, also known as the Sea of Japan, on Thursday, South Korea’s military said, according to local media reports. The missiles were launched from the Wonsan area, while South Korean authorities continu»»»

By Staff, Agencies More than 29,000 double-envelope ballots have been counted in the “Israeli” entity’s elections, representing approximately 6% of the total, as the Central Elections Committee expects the process to be completed by Thursday afternoon, “Israeli” media reported. A total of 29,253 ba»»»

Israel’s parliamentary elections are over, and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been wounded, but not defeated. His battle to form a government and stay in power is just beginning. READ MORE: Netanyahu bloc falls short of majority in Israeli election – exit polls: As it happened The final resu»»»

US Ambassador to the UN Mike Waltz shouted “Back up!” at Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez during a heated confrontation at the General Assembly over Washington’s blockade of the island. The Cuban diplomat accused Waltz of spreading “crude lies” to justify US “economic aggression.” During the »»»

Prime Minister Edi Rama has invited students to engage in dialogue while announcing a package of measures aimed at easing financial pressures on university students. Under the proposed measures, scholarships for students from low-income families will rise to 25,000 lek per month and be extended to »»»

The Council of Ministers has approved the creation of a special electronic register tracking individuals referred to prosecutors or under investigation for violent crimes against public order and safety during public gatherings and demonstrations. Managed by the State Police, the register will cont»»»

New Auto Drive and Test plates distinguish commercial services from pilot programmes Abu Dhabi has introduced its first dedicated number plates for autonomous vehicles, distinguishing between self-driving vehicles operating commercially and those undergoing testing and trials. Under the new system,»»»

From Iranian oil to smuggling and taxes, how Houthis fuel their war machine Dubai: How does Yemen’s Houthi militia continue launching missiles and drones against Saudi Arabia, threatening international shipping and expanding its military operations despite years of war and international sanctions? »»»

Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani has reiterated Qatar’s belief that dialogue is essential to building understanding, particularly during times of disagreement. He made the remarks at CNN International’s third Global P»»»

By Staff, Agencies A fire was reported aboard a vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, approximately nine nautical miles north of Khasab, Oman, the UK Maritime Trade Operations [UKMTO] agency said Thursday. According to UKMTO, the master of another vessel reported witnessing a ship on fire in the strategi»»»

By Mohamad Hammoud Benjamin Netanyahu declared victory following the October election, yet voters delivered a political deadlock that leaves his governing coalition without a parliamentary majority. Meanwhile, Palestinian Arab parties achieved historic gains, acquiring enough seats to influence who»»»

Washington, United States: A nonprofit news leak group said Wednesday it has published data on more than 41,000 employees of the US Department of Homeland Security, including those working on President Donald Trump's immigration enforcement efforts. Distributed Denial of Secrets (DDOS) said it obta»»»

BREAKING NEWSTunisian school bags Dh1m as grand 10th edition draws students from 60 countries Dubai: Mayar Al Shourbagy, an 11-year-old Egyptian student who beat more than 40 million students from 60 countries, has been crowned the champion of the 10th Arab Reading Challenge, winning Dh500,000 at t»»»

Footage of a sea drone striking the container ship CONTSHIP JET in the Black Sea near Cape Kaliakra has been released by the specialized website Maritime.bg. The video shows an unmanned surface combat vessel approaching the starboard side of the Liberian-flagged ship. The attack took place approxim»»»

DUBAI: Three tankers exploded ​and caught fire after hitting sea mines while attempting to cross an unauthorized ‌route ‌south ​of ‌the ⁠Strait ​of Hormuz ⁠over the past 24 hours, Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said ⁠in a statement ‌shared on ‌Thursday ​by ‌state media. The ‌tankers had switched off t»»»

Teams from the Maritime Administration Executive Agency have inspected the container ship CONTSHIP JET, which was hit by three maritime drones on Wednesday and subsequently sank, the Varna Regional Administration said. Following an assessment of the vessel’s condition, the experts informed Regional»»»

Field exercise begins at 4pm; motorists urged to use alternative routes Dubai: Ras Al Khaimah Police have announced a field exercise at Ras Al Khaimah International Airport today, Thursday, October 29, involving the movement of military vehicles. The exercise, scheduled for 4pm, is part of regular »»»

Jerusalem: Israel’s far-right national security minister on Thursday called for the arrest of Israeli Arab leaders whose parties made strong gains in this week’s election, citing unproven accusations of foreign funding. Israel’s security agency Shin Bet “must order, already this morning, the arrest»»»

Hezbollah chief Sheikh Naim Qassem said Wednesday the Iran-backed Lebanese movement was not concerned with the results of Israel's election, vowing to continue its resistance against it no matter who wins. With 85 percent of ballots counted, the right-wing bloc of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu »»»

German Federal Minister Reem Alabali Radovan met Thursday with President Joseph Aoun after she arrived in Lebanon for an official visit "to reaffirm Germany's solidarity with the Lebanese people and its continued commitment to the country’s stability." The German Embassy in Beirut said the visit fo»»»

The Administrative Court of Sofia Region has upheld first-instance sanctions totaling €310,000 against Klas Food and Alpha SD for misleading consumers by selling a product labeled “Deutsche Markenbutter” as cow's milk butter despite containing more than 95% palm fat, soybean oil, sunflower oil and »»»

Reptiles found hidden in a blue container aboard train travelling from Aswan to Alexandria Dubai: Egyptian authorities have seized 30 baby crocodiles from a passenger travelling on a train from Aswan to Alexandria, uncovering an apparent attempt to smuggle wildlife, the Ministry of Local Developmen»»»

By Staff, Agencies A newly released collection of US Department of Homeland Security [DHS] records has identified officials involved in deportations, undercover operations, and investigations into government leaks, according to the organizations that published the material. The nonprofit Distribute»»»

By Staff, Agencies A federal judge has rejected the US Justice Department’s attempt to intervene in California’s ongoing mail-in ballot count, warning that setting aside up to 20,000 ballots to verify voters’ citizenship could disrupt the election and undermine voting rights. Federal Judge David O.»»»

Caracas, Oct. 29 (SANA) Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodríguez has called on the Bank of England to return the country’s gold reserves, which have been frozen in London for more than six years amid a longstanding dispute over political recognition.“Enough excuses. This gold belongs to the Ven»»»

U.S. officials have told several Middle East countries and regional allies to be prepared for potential renewed military action against Iran after next week's midterm elections in the United States — as well as the possibility that Iran will attempt to retaliate against them, according to two diplo»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Humanitarian missions, like the one in Alyoshki, are important, and the peacekeeping efforts of the US side are valuable on this matter, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Thursday. "Such humanitarian missions are certainly important. At least, this is some kind of coordinat»»»

Global energy prices forecast to jump 32%, with food and metals also becoming costlier Dubai: Households in the UAE and around the world face renewed pressure from rising fuel, food and other essential costs as global commodity prices are forecast to jump 23 per cent in 2026, according to the World»»»

Taipei: Pakistan briefly closed its airspace to Taiwanese cargo and passenger flights, Taiwan said Thursday, suspecting China of being behind the unprecedented move. "We suspect definitely China was behind this," Deputy Foreign Minister Chen Ming-chi told AFP after confirming that Pakistan had clos»»»

Pakistan briefly closed its airspace to Taiwanese cargo and passenger flights, Taiwan said on Thursday, suspecting China of being behind the unprecedented move. “We suspect definitely China was behind this,” Deputy Foreign Minister Chen Ming-chi told AFP after confirming that Pakistan had closed an»»»

Beijing accused Manila on Thursday of “erecting multiple obstacles” for its attendance at an ASEAN meeting in the Philippines this week, where China will be represented by an embassy attache. “The Philippine side has allowed certain politicians to use public office for private ends and erected mult»»»

Tunis, Oct. 29 (TAP)- The weather on Thursday is densely cloudy in northern coasts, the National Institute of Meteorology said. Scattered showers and rainstorms are expected in the west then in central eastern and south eastern region in the...»»»