Emirati donates property worth Dh110m to charity
Dubai: The Endowment and Minors' Trust Foundation (Awqaf Dubai) has announced one of the largest real estate endowments recorded in 2025, Emarat Al Youm reported. Emirati businessman and former diplomat Hamad bin Ahmed bin Salem Al Hajri has donated seven buildings located across various areas of D»»»
MPs Comment on GERB, MRF-New Beginning Joint Commitment to Full Governance Mandate
GERB-UDF and the MRF-New Beginning Wednesday put out a joint statement to confirm a "commitment to upholding the agreed legislative and governance programme aimed at ensuring stability and continuity in the interest of citizens and the state". In a Facebook post GERB published two photos, one of th»»»
Serbian economy remains resilient, Mali tells IMF mission
BELGRADE - The Serbian economy remains resilient in spite of global challenges and the next objective of Serbia's economic policy is to maintain economic growth and a low debt-to-GDP ratio, Finance Minister Sinisa Mali said at a meeting with an IMF mission on Wednesday. A Finance Ministry delegatio»»»
Russia Open for Diplomatic Solutions in Field of Arms Control - Deputy Foreign Minister
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia is leaving the door open for political and diplomatic solutions in the area of arms control, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov said on Wednesday. "The most relevant example is our rejection of the moratorium on the deployment of intermediate-range and shorte»»»
Israeli Lawmakers Approve Advancement of West Bank Annexation Bills
Israeli lawmakers on Wednesday voted in favor of advancing two bills on annexing the occupied West Bank, an ambition openly promoted by far-right ministers in recent months. The vote came with US Vice President JD Vance visiting Israel to shore up a Gaza ceasefire brokered by President Donald Trump»»»
Israel Deports 32 Foreign Activists Who Helped Palestinian Olive Harvest
Israel's Deputy Prime Minister Yariv Levin said Wednesday he had ordered the deportation of 32 foreign activists who had helped Palestinians harvest olives in the occupied West Bank, on the grounds they violated a military order. Levin said the deportation order came after a complaint filed by Nort»»»
American small modular nuclear reactors may power Hungarian cities soon
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EU decision to ban Russian gas transit raises alarm in Serbia
Serbia warned on October 21 that the European Union’s decision to halt imports and transit of Russian natural gas from 2026 poses a serious threat to its energy security, with senior politicians calling the move "catastrophic" and warning of possible supply shortages. The Council of the European Un»»»
Where heritage meets flavour, discover Dubai’s authentic culinary soul along historic Creek
Dubai: A cultural food tour through Old Dubai has been named as one of the world’s top experiences for 2026 in Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel list, spotlighting the emirate’s vibrant and diverse culinary landscape. Built on a foundation of heritage and tradition, Dubai is home to a remarkable array»»»
Arkab discusses joint oil, gas projects with Qatari Minister of State for Energy Affairs
Attaf receives FM of Belarus Ait Messaoudene receives chairman of board of directors of Russia's R-Pharm JSC Head of Algeria-Nigeria Parliamentary Friendship Group receives Nigerian counterpart Nasri meets Jordan's Senate President at 151st IPU Assembly in Geneva Toll rises to 68.234 martyrs, 170.3»»»
Qatari emir and Turkish president discuss Gaza ceasefire in Doha
LONDON: Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani co-chaired the 11th meeting of the Qatari-Turkish Supreme Strategic Committee with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Doha on Wednesday. During the meeting, they discussed strategies for cooperation across various areas, particularly in d»»»
Phileas Fogg in Emirates Hills has closed: Here’s why this local gem meant so much to its community residents
Dubai: Phileas Fogg at Emirates Hills, the ultimate family-friendly sports lounge, has switched operators — but for those of us who found comfort there, in athleisure or in silence, it still feels like a real goodbye. For those of us living near The Springs, The Meadows, The Lakes or The Greens, Ph»»»
8th Sharjah Investment Forum, 29th WAIPA World Investment Conference starts
Dubai: Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, inaugurated the 8th Sharjah Investment Forum (SIF 2025) in the presence of Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq). The event, held at the Al Jawaher»»»
Top opposition politician arrested days before Tanzania election
A senior official of Tanzania's main opposition party has been arrested amid a crackdown on dissenting voices ahead of next week's general election. John Heche, deputy chairperson of Chadema, was detained while attempting to attend the treason trial of party leader Tundu Lissu. In a statement, Chad»»»
Cabinet holds weekly meeting
Doha: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani chaired the Cabinet's regular meeting, held on Wednesday morning at the Amiri Diwan. Following the meeting, Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs HE Ibrahim bin Ali Al»»»
Gaza Truce Plan Insufficient Against 'Genocide', Says UN's Albanese
UN rights expert Francesca Albanese on Wednesday criticized a US-brokered ceasefire plan in Gaza as insufficient to address what she called a "genocide" of the Palestinian people by the United States and Israel. A fragile truce is in place as part of a deal to end two years of the Israel-Hamas war,»»»
How Will the Next UN Chief Be Chosen and Who Wants the Job?
A new United Nations Secretary-General will be elected next year for a five-year term starting on January 1, 2027. Here are the potential candidates so far and how the successor to current UN chief Antonio Guterres will be chosen: WHEN DOES THE PROCESS START? The race will formally start when the 1»»»
Red alert, cyclone warning, schools shut in Tamil Nadu
Dubai: Tamil Nadu’s coastal districts are on high alert as a cyclonic circulation over the South Bay of Bengal threatens to intensify into a depression, bringing widespread heavy to very heavy rainfall across the region. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the system moved towar»»»
British regulator says Apple, Google too powerful - UPI.com
On Wednesday, the British business competition regulator said Apple and Google are too powerful and need to retool how they operate around the British public. File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo Oct. 22 (UPI) -- Britain's competition regulator on Wednesday took aim at Google and Apple »»»
Top UN Court Says Israel Must Allow UN Relief Agency to Supply Aid to Gaza
The International Court of Justice said on Wednesday that Israel must allow the UN aid agency in Gaza, known as UNRWA, to provide humanitarian assistance to the Palestinian territory. The Hague-based court was asked last year by the UN General Assembly to determine Israel’s legal obligations after »»»
Vance and Netanyahu Meet to Push Gaza Ceasefire Agreement Forward
As top US officials and envoys visit Israel this week to try to bolster the Gaza ceasefire agreement, Vice President JD Vance sought Wednesday to publicly ease concerns within Israel that the Trump administration was dictating terms to its closest ally in the region. “We don’t want in Israel a vass»»»
Israel Assisted by over 50 Spy Services in Attack on Iran: Intelligence Minister
Iranian Intelligence Minister Esmaeil Khatib said more than 50 foreign intelligence services provided backing for the Israeli regime in its June attack on Iran. In comments at a meeting in the southwestern city of Shahrekord on Wednesday, Khatib said the unity, support, and solidarity of the Irania»»»
Maine Senate candidate apologises for tattoo that resembles Nazi symbol
A Democratic candidate for the US Senate in Maine has apologised after a tattoo on his chest resembling a Nazi symbol sparked backlash, saying he will have it removed. Graham Platner, a 41-year-old Marine Corps combat veteran and oyster farmer, said that he was unaware that the skull-and-crossbones»»»
During cold and flu season, the youngest kids really are the germiest
BEIRUT: Forget colorful leaves. Any caregiver knows that the real signs of fall are kids with coughs, sneezes and sniffles. Autumn marks the start of respiratory virus season, when colds, flu and other bugs start circulating — especially among the very young. A recent study confirmed what many fami»»»
Solo winner: Pakistani expat in Dubai bags Big Ticket's 24K gold bar
Luck smiled on a Pakistani expat in Dubai as he bagged a 250-gram 24-karat gold bar in Big Ticket Abu Dhabi’s weekly e-draw. What makes the win even sweeter is that it was a solo purchase, meaning he does not have to share the prize with anyone. Also Read: Unbelievable first try! Indian expat from »»»
Vucic says EP resolution on Serbia in line with coloured revolution
BELGRADE - Commenting on a new European Parliament resolution on Serbia, Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said it was logical, expected and in line with a coloured revolution, and that its condemnation of alleged use of a sonic cannon - which he noted had not taken place - said everything about t»»»
Minister of Finance meets Mouvement des entreprises de France (MEDEF)
Doha, Qatar: Minister of Finance, HE Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari, met with the Mouvement des entreprises de France (MEDEF) during their visit to Doha. The meeting included a review of cooperative relations and prospects for strengthening them in the fields of investment, finance, and the economy, in ad»»»
Russian agents flood Eastern Europe preparing acts of sabotage - is Hungary also a target?
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Vance on Israel: 'We don't want a vassal state' - UPI.com
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and Vice President JD Vance talk to reporters after meeting in Jerusalem on Wednesday. Pool Photo by Marc Israel Sellem/UPI | License Photo Oct. 22 (UPI) -- U.S. Vice President JD Vance addressed Israeli concerns to reporters by saying the United States isn't there »»»
Yahia Bachir, Russian industry leaders discuss partnership prospects
Attaf receives FM of Belarus Ait Messaoudene receives chairman of board of directors of Russia's R-Pharm JSC Head of Algeria-Nigeria Parliamentary Friendship Group receives Nigerian counterpart Nasri meets Jordan's Senate President at 151st IPU Assembly in Geneva Toll rises to 68.234 martyrs, 170.3»»»
Japan's exports and imports grow in September despite Trump's tariffs
Japan's exports grew 4.2% in September, according to government data Wednesday, on robust shipments to Asia that offset a decline in exports to the U.S., which were impacted by President Donald Trump's tariffs. Japan's exports to Asia jumped 9.2% last month compared to the same period a year earlie»»»
US ranchers oppose Trump's plan to import more Argentine beef
President Donald Trump 's plan to cut record beef prices by importing more meat from Argentina is running into heated opposition from U.S. ranchers who are enjoying some rare profitable years and skepticism from experts who say the president's move probably wouldn't lead to cheaper prices at grocer»»»
Top UN court says Israel must allow UN relief agency to supply aid to Gaza
he International Court of Justice said on Wednesday that Israel must allow the U.N. aid agency in Gaza, known as UNRWA, to provide humanitarian assistance to the war-torn territory. The U.N. General Assembly asked the court last year to give an advisory opinion on Israel's legal obligations after t»»»
Israel 'not a protectorate' of the US, Netanyahu says ahead of meeting with Vance
Israel's prime minister toughened his stance Wednesday by declaring that his country is in charge of its own security and isn't an American protectorate as he prepared to discuss progress on Gaza's fragile ceasefire agreement with U.S. Vice President JD Vance. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's re»»»
Sen. Jeff Merkley filibuster: "Trump is shredding our Constitution' - UPI.com
Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., speaks during a news conference at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., on May 6. Merkley began an anti-President Donald Trump filibuster Tuesday evening into Wednesday morning. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Oct. 22 (UPI) -- Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., pas»»»
Harry, Meghan sign petition against artificial superintelligence - UPI.com
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the duke and duchess of Sussex, signed a petition against the development of artificial superintelligence. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo Oct. 22 (UPI) -- Prince Harry and Meghan Markle added their names to a growing list of signers of a petition against»»»
Pakistan stresses close cooperation with OIC to promote women empowerment, gender equality
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar on Wednesday called for close coordination with the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) to promote women empowerment and gender equality, the foreign office said in a statement. The statement came after Dar chaired a meeting to review prep»»»
Hungary blasts ‘fake news’ about Putin-Trump meeting
The Western media will continue to spread “fake news” aimed at derailing a summit between Russian President Vladimir Putin and his US counterpart, Donald Trump, Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto has warned. Several outlets reported on Tuesday, citing unnamed White House officials, that pla»»»
Russia Holds Nuclear Drills, Ukraine Seeks Swedish Fighter Jets
Russia said on Wednesday it had carried out a major training exercise involving nuclear weapons, a day after the United States announced a delay in plans for a second summit between presidents Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump on the Ukraine war. The Kremlin released video showing General Valery Gera»»»
Attaf receives FM of Belarus
Attaf receives FM of Belarus Ait Messaoudene receives chairman of board of directors of Russia's R-Pharm JSC Head of Algeria-Nigeria Parliamentary Friendship Group receives Nigerian counterpart Nasri meets Jordan's Senate President at 151st IPU Assembly in Geneva Toll rises to 68.234 martyrs, 170.3»»»
Abu Dhabi's ADIO Accelerates Chinese EV Maker ROX Motor's Global Push
Chinese luxury carmaker ROX Motor officially unveiled its new global flagship SUV, ROX ADAMAS, in Abu Dhabi, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s international journey and the deepening of China–UAE collaboration in next-generation mobility. The global launch is highlighted by the inaugur»»»
Israeli lawmakers approve advancement of West Bank annexation bills
JERUSALEM: Israeli lawmakers on Wednesday voted in favor of advancing two bills on annexing the occupied West Bank, an ambition openly promoted by far-right ministers in recent months. The vote came with US Vice President JD Vance visiting Israel to shore up a Gaza ceasefire brokered by President D»»»
Dubai Metro feeder bus rides are free for passengers
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced that rides on feeder buses connecting to metro stations are free in both directions for passengers using the metro, whether for outbound or return trips, provided the journey remains within the same geographic zone, Al Bayan Arabic newspaper rep»»»
Kuwait and the UN launch ‘Football for Humanity’ initiative to support Palestinian children
DUBAI: Football for Humanity, a Kuwaiti UN-backed humanitarian diplomacy initiative, announced the launch of its inaugural edition at a press conference on Wednesday at Al-Hamra Shopping Center in Kuwait City. Under the patronage of Foreign Minister Abdullah Al-Yahya, and with the support of nine e»»»
Al-Shaibani Receives Ambassador of Canada to Syria and Lebanon
Foreign Minister, Asaad Hassan Al-Shaibani, received on Wednesday the Canadian Ambassador to Lebanon and Syria Gregory Galligan. During the meeting, the two sides discussed bilateral relations between the two countries and ways to develop them in addition to several issues of common interest. Later»»»
PM Zhelyazkov Participates in Berlin Process Leaders’ Summit
Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov participates in the Berlin Process Summit 2025, taking place in London on Wednesday, the Government Information Service said. The 11th edition of the discussion forum brings together leaders from the Western Balkans, EU Member States, and international partners of th»»»
Apple may be forced to allow rival app stores in UK
Apple may have to allow rivals to operate their own app stores on iPhones in the UK, after a ruling from the competition regulator. This would be a significant change to Apple's infamous "closed system" where apps can only be downloaded from its own App Store. But the Competition and Markets Author»»»
Top UN court: Israel must ease aid into Gaza, provide ‘basic needs’
The Hague: The International Court of Justice said Wednesday that Israel was obliged to ease the passage of aid into Gaza, stressing it had to provide Palestinians with “basic needs” essential to survival. The wide-ranging ICJ ruling came as aid groups are scrambling to scale up much-needed humanit»»»
Poland, US discuss energy cooperation
Polish officials held talks in Washington with U.S. counterparts on expanding energy cooperation, focusing on nuclear power and liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplies. Finance Minister Andrzej Domański and U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright reviewed progress on Poland’s first nuclear power plant, to »»»
Arkab, GECF secretary-general discuss global gas market developments
Ait Messaoudene receives chairman of board of directors of Russia's R-Pharm JSC Head of Algeria-Nigeria Parliamentary Friendship Group receives Nigerian counterpart Nasri meets Jordan's Senate President at 151st IPU Assembly in Geneva Rector of Djamaa el-Jazair receives UK Under-Secretary of State »»»