Berlin: Germany's Isar Aerospace launched a rocket into orbit from Norway on Saturday as Europe races to boost its ability to economically send satellites into space independently of the United States. Isar's 28-metre (92-foot) long two-stage Spectrum rocket blasted off shortly after 2000 GMT from »»»

The collection brings together reflections from nearly 60 years of public service in UAE Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has announced a new book, 'The Messages', bringing together reflections and personal letters shaped »»»

DOHA: The Foreign Ministers of the State of Qatar, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, the Republic of Indonesia, the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, the Arab Republic of Egypt, and the Republic of Turkiye strongly condemned the statements made by I»»»

Miami, USA: Lionel Messi set up both goals for Inter Miami as the Major League Soccer champions drew 2-2 with Atlanta United on Saturday in the Argentina star's first match since announcing his retirement from international football. Thunderstorms and lightning delayed the start for 90 minutes, but»»»

Family of three killed a day after 8 students died as questions mount over NH66 safety Dubai: Eleven people — eight engineering students and a family of three — have been killed in two horrific crashes on successive nights in Kerala’s Thrissur district, Indian media reported, putting road safety un»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Foreign Ministers of the State of Qatar, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, the Republic of Indonesia, the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, the Arab Republic of Egypt, and the Republic of Türkiye strongly condemn the statements made»»»

US ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee on Saturday visited Turmus Ayya, a Palestinian town in the Israeli-occupied West Bank that has been repeatedly targeted by Israeli settler violence. Huckabee, a staunch supporter of Israel and its illegal settlements in the Palestinian territory, said that it w»»»

The company announces to develop a 140,000-square-metre mixed-use complex Dubai: A Dubai-based developer is expanding into Georgia with an investment of more than $250 million to develop a 140,000-square-metre multifunctional complex on Ambassadori Island in Batumi. The investment follows an intern»»»

Secret files detail chlorine bomb tests, mass production and efforts to erase evidence Dubai: Sudan’s army built hundreds of chlorine-filled bombs, tested them in the desert and may have used more than 100 of the weapons against its enemies before senior officials sought to erase evidence of the se»»»

Lebanon's health ministry said four people were killed on Sunday in strikes which Israel said it carried out after Hezbollah had launched drones at its soldiers in south Lebanon, the latest escalation amid a fragile truce. The ministry reported two people killed in south Lebanon's Nabatieh al-Fawqa»»»

Germany's anti-immigrant Alternative for Germany party is aiming to become the first far-right party to take power at a state level since World War II as voters in the eastern German state of Saxony-Anhalt head to the polls Sunday. However, a failure to secure an absolute majority may see the »»»

Bulgaria’s entry into the eurozone has already brought visible benefits for some businesses, particularly small companies working with Western European partners, according to transport and logistics entrepreneur Valentin Radoykov. He says the adoption of the single currency has eliminated exchange-»»»

President Vladimir Putin says there is still a chance of a peace deal with Ukraine, and that contacts between the two countries are continuing, mainly through their security services. "Russia and Ukraine must in the first place reach an agreement amongst themselves. All other countries are ready to»»»

Ministers say forced displacement would violate international law and threaten stability Abu Dhabi: The Foreign Ministers of the UAE, KSA, Qatar, Jordan, Indonesia, Pakistan, Türkiye, and Egypt strongly condemn the statements made by Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and Israeli De»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Lebanon’s Finance Ministry building damaged in renewed Israeli attacks on Nabatieh, measures taken to protect records and ensure continuity»»»

Kyrgyzstan defeated Kazakhstan 7-2 in zher uulak (kokpar) final at the VI World Nomad Games. The Kyrgyz team led 3-2 after the first half. In the second half, Kyrgyzstan extended its advantage and prevented the opponents from scoring another salym. Dastan Ruslanov, wearing number seven, scored the »»»

The 36 RPA robots are being used for a range of tasks and administrative operations Dubai: Dubai Police completed 104 strategic and operational technology projects over the past year and deployed 36 RPA robots across policing and administrative operations as it expands the use of artificial intelli»»»

Japan’s own treatment of history should not be imposed on others, says Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova, commenting the demand to dismantle the new war monument in Russia's Khabarovsk. “If Tokyo treats Japanese history with contempt, this affliction should not be allowed to spre»»»

Israel's army did not issue warnings for other areas where strikes were reported Beirut, Lebanon: Lebanon said four people were killed on Sunday in strikes which Israel said it carried out after Hezbollah had launched drones at its soldiers in south Lebanon, the latest escalation amid a fragile tru»»»

In a Facebook post published on Sunday and dedicated to the 141st anniversary of the Unification of the Principality of Bulgaria and Eastern Rumelia, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs wrote that on this day, Bulgarians honour the people whose efforts made the Unification possible. The post reads: "A »»»

Viacha, Bolivia: At least 14 soldiers remained missing after two explosions at a military base in Bolivia that killed two and injured more than 80, the base commander said Saturday. The blasts occurred Friday afternoon at a facility where explosives are stored in the town of Viacha, home to about 1»»»

Kathmandu, Nepal: Nepali rescuers faced challenging conditions on Sunday as search operations after catastrophic floods entered their 12th day, buoyed by the extraordinary rescues of four survivors. The glacial and mountain collapse on the China-Nepal border has killed at least 1,372 people and lef»»»

Europe sees Russian drones everywhereGermany found a new Russian threat this week, accusing Russia of staging a drone incident at Leipzig/Halle Airport in August, where an explosives-laden UAV was reportedly found between Ukrainian Antonov cargo aircraft. Before returning to Germany, RT India repor»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe 4 Martyrs as Israeli Warplanes Unleash Widespread Assault Across Nabatieh in Southern Lebanon 06-09-2026 11:11 AM Screen capture of a video»»»

Technology and modern institutions are giving an ancient tradition new reach Camel racing in the UAE is far more than a traditional sport. It is a living expression of national identity — one that carries the memory of the desert, the values of earlier generations, and an enduring connection betwee»»»

Salik eyes parking and future mobility payments while annual costs stay at 5% to 5.5% Dubai: Salik is expanding the use of its payment platform beyond Dubai’s toll gates, with parking payments and other future mobility services among the areas supported under a renewed five-year technology partners»»»

As voters in the eastern German state of Saxony-Anhalt are casting ballots in a regional election, the Alternative for Germany (AfD) is the clear frontrunner. AfD has been polling around 43% in the latest surveys - nearly double its result from five years ago and far ahead of Chancellor Friedrich M»»»

Filmmaker Shaunak Sen's new project links personal illness to India’s pollution epidemic New Delhi: Indian filmmaker Shaunak Sen's new documentary began as a "coping" mechanism after a shock cancer diagnosis, but continues the motifs of environmental degradation and caregiving that drove his previo»»»

Thousands more were referred to diplomatic missions or for travel arrangements Saudi security authorities arrested 14,165 people for residency, border security and labour law violations during a week-long series of joint inspections, the Ministry of Interior said on Saturday. The operations, carrie»»»

Prime Minister Balendra Shah said the latter rescue had 'given hope to the entire nation' Kathmandu, Nepal: Nepali rescuers faced challenging conditions on Sunday as search operations after catastrophic floods entered their 12th day, buoyed by the extraordinary rescues of four survivors. The glacia»»»

The vehicle owner was fined Dh1,000 for knowingly allowing an unlicensed man to drive Dubai: A young man who struck a pedestrian at a designated crossing in Dubai and then drove away without stopping to help has been fined Dh5,000, while the owner of the vehicle was also penalised for allowing him »»»

Serian, Malaysia: Acrid smoke hung heavily over the Malaysian town of Serian, seeping into homes and cloaking roadside stalls, as residents navigated an air quality emergency fuelled by transboundary haze from Indonesia's raging fires. Malaysia declared a state of emergency in Sarawak state's Seria»»»

Arab Finance: Egypt’s Ministry of Industry, the Sovereign Fund of Egypt (TSFE), and Chinese smart-equipment manufacturer Jiangsu Changhong Intelligent Equipment Co., Ltd. have inked a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish an industrial and engineering base for planning and building automot»»»

Visitors were captivated by the striking blend of photography, fine art and heritage An artwork depicting His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, during a falconry trip, captured the attention of visitors at ADIHEX 2026 for its intricate artistic and realistic details»»»

Sarawak district shuts schools, markets as air pollution hits hazardous highs Serian: Acrid smoke hung heavily over the Malaysian town of Serian, seeping into homes and cloaking roadside stalls, as residents navigated an air‑quality emergency fuelled by transboundary haze from Indonesia's raging fi»»»

Washington, USA: Google has announced the rollout of Live features for the Gmail, Docs, and Keep apps following a beta testing period, as part of an effort to expand the voice-based interaction experience with its AI assistant, Gemini Live. The new features allow users to search within emails and a»»»

Thai port call closes with boosted local economy and few security incidents Laem Chabang: Thousands of US sailors aboard an aircraft carrier departed from Thailand on Sunday, AFP journalists said, concluding its first port call following reports of deteriorating living conditions on board after nin»»»

Doha, Qatar: Global credit rating agency Fitch Ratings has affirmed Qatar’s Long-Term Issuer Default Ratings (IDRs) at ‘AA’ with a stable outlook, reflecting confidence in the strength and resilience of the Qatari economy. The agency attributed its decision to easing risks following the subsidence »»»

Hungary’s housing market may be approaching one of its most important policy shifts in years. A newly published government resolution orders the preparation of the Wekerle Housing Construction Programme, promising more affordable homes, rental housing and student accommodation, with brownfield rede»»»

Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev has refused to assign blame for last month’s drone incident in Germany squarely to Russia, citing “reckless” Western weapons deliveries to Kiev. Earlier this week, the German government said it had grounds to believe that Moscow was behind the incident, in which»»»

Arab Finance: In an exclusive interview with Arab Finance, Ali Eissa, Chairman of the Egyptian Businessmen Association (EBA), offers a candid assessment of Egypt’s evolving economic landscape, the empowerment of the private sector, and the imperatives for industrial growth. While acknowledging prog»»»

Egypt’s outsourcing industry is entering a new phase of growth, shifting from its telecom roots into a diversified, knowledge-driven sector spanning IT services, financial operations, healthcare support, and creative industries. Powered by a multilingual workforce, competitive costs, and strategic »»»

Doha, Qatar: Akram Afif scored a goal and provided an assist as defending champions Al Sadd thumped Al Gharafa 4-1 to maintain their perfect start to the Qatar Stars League and open up a two-point lead at the top with a third straight victory. Al Duhail, meanwhile, bounced back against Al Rayyan to»»»

Doha, Qatar: Tasweer Photography Festival yesterday opened the second edition of Frame and Focus at Al Hosh Gallery, presenting the final projects of 12 photographers who have completed Tasweer’s flagship Frame and Focus Advanced 14-week Photography Course. On view until October 5, the exhibition f»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Gulf Organisation for Research and Development (GORD) has signed a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the HUSS Environmental Consortium, comprising Kookmin University, Duksung Women’s University, University of Ulsan, Inha University and Chosun University, establishing»»»

EXCLUSIVETadweer outlines new technologies to improve waste collection, sorting and recycling Tadweer Group is participating for the first time in the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX 2026), being held at ADNEC Abu Dhabi from August 28 to September 6, with a dedicat»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar plans to unveil a nationwide framework to empower priority care groups, foster long-term self-reliance, and expand specialised support systems in a push to modernise its social safety net. Aligned with the goals of the Third National Development Strategy (NDS3), the comprehensive»»»

Cairo, Egypt: The State of Qatar participated in the 166th session of the Arab League Council at the level of permanent representatives, which convened at the League’s General Secretariat in Cairo on Saturday. This convention is a prelude to holding the ministerial-level session on Monday. Ambassad»»»

Arab Finance: The Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA) has issued its first comprehensive guide to the rules governing consumer finance companies, consolidating the sector’s legislative and regulatory requirements into a single reference, as per a statement. The guide is intended to help existing a»»»

Sunday’s key developments have highlighted the widening fallout from the US-Iran conflict Follow all the latest developments here:A series of developments on Sunday has underscored the widening fallout from the US-Iran conflict, with clashes extending from the battlefield to the Strait of Hormuz an»»»