Trade and Export Development Ministrys 2027 budget down 0.6%
Tunis, Nov.6 (TAP) - The 2027 budget allocated to the Trade and Export Development Ministry is estimated at approximately TND 4,223.630 million, compared with TND 4,260 million in 2026, posting a 0.6% drop and representing nearly 6.2% of the state...»»»
Syrian foreign ministry and French crisis center discuss refugee affairs in Paris
Paris, Nov. 6 (SANA) Director of the Expatriates and Refugee Affairs Directorate at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, Nahla Othman, met in Paris with Yannick Tagand, Deputy Director of the Crisis and Support Centre at the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, to discuss Syr»»»
South Africa's ANC party on track to face 'nightmare' losses in municipal elections
South Africa's African National Congress party could face its worst-ever election result on Friday with about a third of support after 80 percent of the votes from local government polls counted. Final results are expected by Sunday. South Africa's African National Congress is on track for »»»
Scott Ritter: Buyer’s remorse made Trump. It has now also wrecked the Republicans
American voters brought Donald Trump to power, handing him the opportunity to radically transform the political landscape of America, building upon overwhelming discontent about the political status quo that had metastasized over the course of successive presidential administrations, both Republica»»»
Innovo Group appoints Mostafa El Kady as CEO of Egypt arm Arab Finance For Information Technology
Arab Finance: London-based Innovo Group has appointed Mostafa El Kady as CEO and Managing Director of Innovo Egypt effective November 2026, as the group seeks to expand its presence in the Egyptian real estate market, as per a press release. El Kady brings more than 20 years of experience in real e»»»
El-Sayed would ‘love’ to work with Trump on ending aid to Israel
LONDON: Senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed has said he would “love to work” with US President Donald Trump on cutting aid to Israel. Ahead of the midterm elections that saw Democrat El-Sayed win his race in Michigan to become the first Muslim US senator, Trump announced plans to cut $4 billion in aid to »»»
Current stocks of sugar, coffee and rice cover 5, 4 and 6 months’ consumption respectively
Tunis, Nov.6 (TAP) - The sugar stock currently available in Tunisia covers approximately five months of consumption, equivalent to 130,000 tonnes, while the coffee stock is enough for four months (approximately 6,000 tonnes) and the rice stock...»»»
New Bomb Threats Target Flights to Bulgaria and Across Europe
Two aircraft arriving in Sofia from London and Brussels were inspected by Border Police teams after bomb threats were received by email, with no suspicious findings reported. Both planes landed safely at Sofia's Vasil Levski Airport and were checked by the authorities, who found nothing concerning.»»»
Airstrikes on market in southwestern Yemen kill at least 20, Houthis say
Airstrikes hit a market in southwestern Yemen on Friday, killing at least 20 people, according to an official with Iran-backed Houthi rebels. It would be one of the deadliest attacks since fighting resumed between the Houthis and Saudi-backed government forces. A Houthi health ministry spokesperson»»»
Prosecution to File for Remand in Custody of Six Arrested in Tax Crime Operation, Including Customs Officials
The Sofia City Prosecution Office is investigating the activity of an organized crime group that operated in the regions of Varna, Plovdiv, and Sofia. The prosecution will file for the remand in custody of six defendants and an EUR 20,000 bail for another group member, the prosecution service said »»»
Sri Lanka unions protest bills expanding police powers and warn of abuses
COLOMBO: Trade unions and political activists rallied in Sri Lanka’s capital on Friday against anti-terrorism and anti-crime bills, saying they would give sweeping powers to law enforcement authorities and could lead to abuses. The bills — the protection of the state from terrorism and prevention o»»»
Diwali fever in UAE: Sweet shops, gold souqs and markets get busy ahead of celebrations
Festival of Lights sparks shopping frenzy across UAE's Indian community Dubai: For the vast Indian community in the UAE, Diwali is much more than a festival. It is a time for family reunions, cherished traditions, new beginnings and celebrations that bring people together. With the Festival of Ligh»»»
Gun Used to Kill Plovdiv Businessman Iliyan Filipov FoundOpinions
The firearm used to kill Plovdiv businessman Iliyan Filipov has been found and added to the investigation as physical evidence, the Ministry of Interior and the Prosecutor's Office confirmed to BNT. The discovery was made during investigative work in the pretrial proceedings opened by the Plovdiv D»»»
Video-Reader:Martyr Imam Khamenei: You Couldn’t Uproot Islam...
Subtitled by Al-Ahed News For 47 years, the United States has tried and failed to bring down the Islamic Republic. In this powerful speech, the late Leader of the Islamic Revolution His Eminence Imam Sayyed Ali Khamenei delivers a message of resilience, reminding the world that the Islamic Republic»»»
Iran:Martyr Imam Khamenei: You Couldn’t Uproot Islamic Repub...
Subtitled by Al-Ahed News For 47 years, the United States has tried and failed to bring down the Islamic Republic. In this powerful speech, the late Leader of the Islamic Revolution His Eminence Imam Sayyed Ali Khamenei delivers a message of resilience, reminding the world that the Islamic Republic»»»
International News:Qatar’s Emir, Trump Discuss De-escalation...
By Staff, Agencies Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and US President Donald Trump discussed diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions in West Asia during a phone call on Friday, according to Qatar's Amiri Diwan. Sheikh Tamim urged Washington to prioritize dialogue and diplomacy to prev»»»
Vazrazhdane's Ganev Says Draft Budget Offers More of the Same, Risks Further Impoverishing Bulgarians
The draft state budget offers “more of the same”, namely the continued impoverishment of the Bulgarian people, Vazrazhdane MP Tsoncho Ganev said on Friday, arguing that it contains no meaningful measures to tackle inflation, rising prices or the economic consequences facing households. Speaking to »»»
Two Planes Land at Sofia Airport Following Bomb Threats
Two aircraft operating flights from London and Brussels landed at Sofia’s Vasil Levski Airport following bomb threats, the Ministry of Transport and Communications told the Bulgarian News Agency. Both aircraft were inspected, and no suspicious items were found on board. On Thursday, bomb threats we»»»
Proposed 2027 Budget Sets Deficit at 3.5%, Minimum Wage at EUR 600
Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Galab Donev Friday presented the draft 2027 State Budget Act at the University of National and World Economy (UNWE), setting the budget deficit at 3.5% of gross domestic product (GDP) and the minimum monthly wage at EUR 660. The government's plans are to r»»»
EU investigating fraud in Spain’s deadly crash rail line
MADRID: The European Union is investigating the possible misuse of EU funds earmarked for the renovation of a Spanish railway line where a train crash killed 69 people, prosecutors said Friday. The October accident on the Madrid-Seville high-speed line was one of the worst railway disasters in Euro»»»
Turkiye says gas pipeline project with Turkish Cypriots can provide power to whole island
ISTANBUL: Turkish Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar said a planned natural gas pipeline linking Turkiye and the breakaway Turkish Cypriot community could eventually provide power to the entire ethnically split island. Turkiye announced a project this year to build a mostly subsea 101-km (63-mile)»»»
Dubai Run 2026 registration now opens: How to sign up for free and join the event
From choosing your route to collecting your T-shirt, here's what participants need to know Dubai: Ever wanted to run down Sheikh Zayed Road without a car in sight? Dubai residents and visitors will get that rare opportunity later this month as Dubai Run returns, transforming one of the city's busie»»»
Can you visit Sharjah beaches this weekend? Latest on UAE oil spill closures
Sharjah city beaches were closed on October 28, following earlier restrictions Sharjah: Beaches across Sharjah city remain subject to temporary closure following an oil spill from a tanker at sea, with no official reopening announcement identified since the restrictions were introduced on October 2»»»
Aquaculture: draft guide to good sanitary practices presented
Tunis, Nov. 6 (TAP) – The Interprofessional Group of Fishery Products and the Directorate-General of Veterinary Services presented Wednesday in Tunis a 2026 preliminary version of the guide to good sanitary practices for aquaculture.The move is part...»»»
Electoral commission awards mandates to members of Serbia's new parliament
BELGRADE - Serbia's national electoral commission (RIK) adopted on Friday a decision awarding mandates to the members of the new parliament elected in the October 25 early parliamentary polls. In keeping with the final electoral results, the Student List-The Students Will Win list was awarded 140 s»»»
Starlink and OneWeb Pose Risks to National Security – Russian Security Council
Western satellite communications systems, particularly Starlink and OneWeb, could be used to destabilize sovereign countries and undermine their information security, Russia's Security Council warned. Officials highlighted the risks associated with the rapid expansion of Western satellite internet »»»
Americas...:Lula Hails Brazil’s Sovereignty as Trump and Net...
By Staff, Agencies Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva celebrated his election victory as a statement of national sovereignty, declaring that Brazil would not accept being treated as "anyone's backyard." He also pointed to political setbacks for US President Donald Trump and "Israeli" Pri»»»
Finance Minister Unveils Budget with 3.5% Deficit and Minimum Wage of EUR 600
Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Galab Donev Friday presented the draft 2027 State Budget Act at the University of National and World Economy (UNWE), setting the budget deficit at 3.5% of gross domestic product (GDP) and the minimum monthly wage at EUR 660. The government's plans are to r»»»
Carney unveils budget to make Canada less dependent on US
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's government has unveiled a budget aimed at making Canada less dependent on the United States as President Donald Trump's trade war reshapes the allies' economic relationship. The budget, titled "Masters of Our Destiny," proposes $142.1 billion Canadian (US$101.6»»»
Over 86,000 economic offences recorded till Oct.2026 (Trade Minister)
Tunis, Nov.6 (TAP) - More than 86,000 economic offences were recorded by the Trade and Export Development Ministry following 507,000 inspections carried out during the first ten months of 2026, said Trade and Export Development Minister Samir...»»»
EU probes possible rail funding fraud after Spain train crash kills 69
European prosecutors investigate funds allocated to safety upgrades on Madrid-Seville line The European Union is investigating the possible misuse of EU funds earmarked for the renovation of a Spanish railway line where a train crash killed 69 people, prosecutors said Friday. The October accident o»»»
Dubai-Saudi flights: flydubai restores some routes, but Riyadh and Abha remain off the schedule. Here's what passengers need to know.
Jeddah, other routes reopen for booking as fresh security alerts keep aviation on edge Dubai: flydubai is gradually restoring flights to Saudi Arabia, but services to Riyadh and Abha remain suspended until November 16, following a series of Houthi missile and drone attacks on the kingdom's aviation»»»
Belgium's king rejects prime minister's resignation, tells coalition to resume budget talks
Belgium's King Philippe on Friday rejected the resignation of Prime Minister Bart De Wever and sent him and the governing coalition back to work on a long-running crisis over the country's budget. De Wever had handed in his resignation on Monday after budget talks broke down. But the king, who over»»»
Hiring rebound expected in new US jobs data, though inflation is eroding paycheck
The U.S. job market likely bounced back last month from a disappointing September. Layoffs are low, and most Americans enjoy unusual job security. But hiring has probably remained too modest to deliver much relief to those looking for work. And wage gains haven't been keeping up with persistently h»»»
Hungary shivers as temperatures plunge to nearly -10°C, setting new autumn cold record
Hungary woke up to a bitterly cold Friday, with temperatures falling below freezing across most of the country. A new autumn cold record was set in the north-east, where thermometers dropped to -9.16°C in Tornyospálca, according to weather portal Időkép. The latest figures came after Thursday had a»»»
Inside the Children’s Biennale at Abu Dhabi's Umm Al Emarat Park
A journey of art, nature, and sound to redefine play for families and children at the park Abu Dhabi: What happens when children are invited not simply to look at art, but to become part of it? At Abu Dhabi’s Umm Al Emarat Park, the Children’s Biennale, from 6 November 2026 to 6 December 2026, offe»»»
Israeli forces shoot at olive harvesters in Deir Mimas, abduct one
An Israeli army patrol advanced Friday from the occupied Lebanese town of Kfar Kila toward the outskirts of Deir Mimas and opened fire near several local residents while they were harvesting olives, forcing them to leave the area, the National News Agency said. The Israeli soldiers also took positi»»»
AGRO-ECO-LIVMED project to be launched on Nov.10 in Sousse
Tunis, Nov.6 (TAP) - The Olive Institute, a public body responsible for undertaking all studies and experiments aimed at promoting the development of the olive sector, will launch a new research project in the agroecology field on November 10 in...»»»
Israel's govt demolished their homes, Bedouins responded by voting against it
When Adnan Abu Wadi voted in Israel's recent election, he carried with him the fresh memory of his now-demolished home. Just weeks before the vote, authorities came to this Bedouin community and bulldozed around 80 houses. It was the latest in a string of demolitions targeting villages in the Negev»»»
Bulgarian Producer Prices Jump 22.9% Year Over YearOpinions
Bulgaria recorded the European Union's largest increases in producer prices in September, both month over month and year over year, with Eurostat data showing a 4.6% monthly rise and a 22.9% annual jump. Producer prices across the eurozone and the EU climbed to their highest levels since early 2023»»»
'Enjoy the moment': The German clubs limiting smartphones in stadiums
Berlin: In October, Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund did something not just out of step with modern football, but with modern life: they asked fans to put their phones away. Ahead of last month's match with Eintracht Frankfurt, Dortmund launched a scheme which rewarded supporters for not using the»»»
Berri reaffirms commitment to Resolution 1701 as legal shield for Lebanese sovereignty
Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri reaffirmed Friday that United Nations Security Council Resolution 1701 remains the sole legal framework guaranteeing Lebanon’s sovereignty and full territorial restoration up to its internationally recognized borders. In a meeting with EU Ambassador to Lebanon Sandra »»»
Qatar condemns terrorist attack targeting security personnel in Jordan
DOHA The State of Qatar expressed its strong condemnation and denunciation of the terrorist attack that targeted one of the public security personnel in the capital, Amman, in the sisterly Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, which resulted in his death and the injury of an officer. The Ministry of Foreign»»»
Europe...:France Sees Biggest Protest Day in Years as Anger ...
By Staff, Agencies Around 575,000 people demonstrated across France on Thursday, according to government estimates, marking the largest single day of protests since the nationwide unrest began in September. Despite previous demonstrations being marred by violence, the latest mobilization passed rel»»»
Serbia arrests eight officers over custody death
Belgrade: Serbian prosecutors said Friday that eight officers had been arrested on suspicion of torturing a man who died in custody two years ago after being detained in an unsolved missing toddler case that shocked the country. A two-year-old girl went missing in March 2024 in the eastern town of »»»
Authorities Reject 41 Consignments of Goods from Third Countries in October
Bulgarian authorities rejected 41 consignments containing more than 231 tonnes of goods from third countries in October following inspections at the country’s border control posts, the Bulgarian Food Safety Agency (BFSA) said. The inspections covered food and feed imports from outside the European »»»
School Scholarships to Rise by 20% in 2027 after No Increase since 2017
School scholarships have not been increased since 2017 and are due to rise by 20% in 2027, with priority being given to raising the minimum amount, Education and Science Minister Prof. Georgi Valchev said on Friday in response to a parliamentary question from Angel Yanchev of Vazrazhdane. It concer»»»
EU tightens rules for baby formula after toxin scare
Brussels, Belgium: The European Union on Friday announced tighter health safety rules for baby formula following a contamination scandal involving cereulide, a toxin which can cause severe vomiting in newborns. The 27 member states approved the introduction of a "permanent food safety criterion for»»»
Ronaldo's international exit 'not retirement', says Mourinho
Madrid: Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho said Friday that Cristiano Ronaldo's international retirement does not signal the end of his playing career, insisting there was more to come from the Portuguese superstar. Ronaldo, who played under Mourinho for three years at Madrid, announced on Thursday th»»»
Europe bomb hoaxes spread to media as more flights hit by alerts
Several Irish media outlets reported receiving bomb threats on Friday as a wave of hoax alerts that had so far mainly targeted airlines continued across Europe, with more than a dozen new flights affected. A host of commercial flights in Europe have been hit by false bomb threats this week, forcing»»»