Thousands in Mexico march to protest deadly Sinaloa Cartel war
Culiacán, Mexico: Thousands of demonstrators dressed in white flooded Culiacán, Mexico on Sunday, chanting and waving banners to protest the demise of those caught up in the deadly Sinaloa Cartel conflict. Dressed in white, the protesters released dozens of white balloons into the sky before marchi»»»
US Space Force confirms weapons deployed in space for first time
The US Space Force has confirmed for the first time that Washington has weapons deployed in orbit, as the United States, China and Russia expand military capabilities in space. The disclosure highlights a growing focus on controlling the space domain and protecting satellites vital to military comm»»»
US disputes Iran mine claim, says El Gaia crude oil tanker was hit by Iranian missile and drone instead
Pentagon says IRGC mine story is 'false', blames Iran for missile, drone attacks The claim by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) that a Panama-flagged oil tanker recently "struck a naval mine" in the Strait of Hormuz is "false", according to the US military. In a post, the Central Comm»»»
Thai Election Commission targets 77 individuals, including 26 senators, in massive fraud probe
Bangkok: Thailand's Election Commission announced Monday it will file criminal charges and Supreme Court disqualification petitions against 77 individuals, 26 of whom are sitting senators, following an investigation into the 2024 upper house elections. In a statement, the commission said the resolu»»»
Hands off Prime Minister Nawaf Salam – Ya Libnan
Share: Lebanon finally has a president and prime minister attempting to rebuild the state. Parliament must hold them accountable—but it must not become an instrument for restoring the political establishment they were chosen to replace. Photo illustration- Lebanon’s choice: Protect the clean leader»»»
From the pearl seas to future’s horizons, Qatar’s journey through time
Khaled Al Hameidi Doha From the silence of the desert and the demanding waters of the Arabian Gulf to a modern landscape shaped by knowledge, innovation and global ambition, Qatar’s story remains, above all, a story of its people. The country’s remarkable transformation over the decades is often to»»»
MCIT sharpens artificial intelligence skills of government entities’ leaders
Tribune News Network Doha The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), represented by Qatar Digital Academy, is organising the second edition of the Executive Leadership Programme in Artificial Intelligence, “AI Business Strategy & Innovation,” in collaboration with Microsoft. »»»
Experts’ meet on Arab parallel probe intofinancial crime mooted
The session will also consider a mechanism for reviewing implementation, aimed at monitoring progress, identifying successful practices and challenges, and assessing countries’ needs for technical assistance. Among proposed initiatives are a regional expert meeting to develop a framework for a unif»»»
Msheireb gets Rashid AI Digital Companion
Tribune News Network Doha Msheireb Properties has begun the Phase One rollout of “Rashid”, its AI Digital Companion, across Msheireb Downtown Doha marking the next stage of a first-of-its-kind service for the city and a further advancement in its smart city capabilities. Rashid follows the Memorand»»»
Students learn to trust their voices with Doha Debates
Tribune News Network Doha During high school years in Model United Nations, Dahlia Al Ansari learned to argue on behalf of a country she was assigned to represent. But when Doha Debates invited her to join a town hall debate in Toronto this July, she faced an unfamiliar challenge: sharing her own b»»»
Snail shells could help reconstruct prehistoric cyclones study
Sydney: Snails carry weather records on their backs that could be used to map extreme weather events and reconstruct the paths of past cyclones even in prehistoric times, a new study has found. Researchers examined the rings on the shell of a Biggenden Banded Snail collected from Coalstoun Lakes Na»»»
Doha Bank’s MSCI ESG rating upgraded to BBB
Tribune News Network Doha Doha Bank has received an upgrade of its MSCI ESG Rating from BB to BBB, reflecting the Bank’s strengthened environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance, transparency of its sustainability disclosures, and the progress achieved through its broader strategic trans»»»
Syria, Lebanon discuss restoring rail link between two countries
Beirut, Sept. 15 (SANA) Syrian Assistant Transport Minister for Land Transport Affairs Mohammad Rahhal and an accompanying delegation met on Monday Lebanese Minister of Public Works and Transport Fayez Rasamny in Beirut for talks on restoring rail connectivity between Syria and Lebanon. The meeting»»»
Houthis and Saudi Arabia renew fighting, Iran denies any interference
Saudi Arabia launched dozens of airstrikes on western Yemen on Monday after Iran-backed Houthi rebels attacked military facilities in the kingdom. The renewed fighting around the Red Sea comes as the wider US-Iran war threatens vital shipping routes across the region. Yemen's Houthis said on Monday»»»
Nigeria's Dangote refinery launches continent's biggest IPO
Lagos (AFP) – Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote on Monday launched what is slated to be Africa's biggest initial public offering (IPO), aiming to raise $1.6 billion in part to expand his mega oil refinery into the world's largest. The Lagos-based refinery, which began operation»»»
Roma claims Serie A top spot with victory over Torino
Rome: AS Roma returned to the summit of Serie A on Monday, earning a 2-0 victory against Torino to maintain a perfect 100% winning record four games into the season, with in-form Netherlands striker Donyell Malen netting his sixth goal of the season for the Giallorossi. Ex-Aston Villa forward Malen»»»
Consumer, MSME finance providers must adopt OTP verification within two months: FRA
Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA) Chairperson Islam Azzam has issued a decision requiring companies and entities licensed to provide consumer finance and financing for medium, small, and micro enterprises to implement, within two months, FRA Board of Directors Decision No. 133 of 2026, issued la»»»
Observances: September 15
The world: - National Day of Costa Rica. Independence Day (1821); - National Day of Guatemala. Independence Day (1821); - National Day of Salvador. Independence Day (1821); - National Day of Nicaragua. Independence Day (1821); On this date in Bulgarian history: 1946: 28th Ordinary National Assembly»»»
Trump says US open to negotiations with Iran
Washington: US President Donald Trump said Iran wants to reach an agreement quickly and badly, adding that he would decide whether the United States would engage in negotiations with Tehran and stressing that Washington was open to the option. In a post on Truth Social on Monday, Trump said that Ir»»»
Investors weigh the potential cost of AI 'slowdown'
The AI boom that has powered markets and unleashed a flood of investment is showing signs of strain. Calls to slow the development of powerful models fuel doubts over whether the sector's promised profits can justify its staggering costs. Calls to rein in the development of ever more powerful AI mo»»»
Commands of Amal Movement and Hezbollah Affirm National Partnership and Necessity for State to Assume Its Responsibilities
The leaderships of Hezbollah and the Amal Movement, represented by the Head of Hezbollah’s Executive Council, Sheikh Ali Damoush, and the Head of Amal Movement’s Executive Bureau, Dr. Mustafa Al-Foani, held a meeting during which they discussed the latest developments on the Lebanese scene light of»»»
Tax sukuk rules, parameters being finalised ahead of launch within weeks: ETA chief
Rasha Abdel Aal, Head of the Egyptian Tax Authority (ETA), said the rules and parameters governing the proposed tax sukuk, including their rate of return, are currently being finalised ahead of their planned launch as a financing instrument for taxpayers in the domestic market within weeks. Abdel A»»»
Opinion | Wait of the Union: West Bank roads expand while EU stalls on Palestinian statehood
Europe increasingly recognises Palestinian statehood as a political objective while watching the territory required for it being steadily eroded. European governments oppose settlement expansion, settler attacks, land confiscation and the E1 project; a growing number have recognised the State of Pa»»»
Royal visit opens new avenues for Jordan-China economic cooperation
AMMAN — Minister of Industry, Trade and Supply Yarub Qudah said on Monday that the visit marked an important step towards strengthening the strategic partnership between the two countries, opening new prospects for trade, investment and tourism as part of efforts to diversify markets and attract hi»»»
New book explores Abu Dhabi’s diving and pearling history
Publication looks at life at sea, pearl merchants, and Dalma Island The history of pearl diving in Abu Dhabi, from the lives of divers and merchants to the vessels and tools they used, is being explored in a new book launched at the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair. The National Archives and Libra»»»
Sweden faces political uncertainty after knife-edge election
Sweden was bracing for a protracted struggle to form a government on Monday after election results showed a thin and uncertain lead for the left-wing opposition, while the far-right Sweden Democrats lost ground for the first time since entering parliament 16 years ago. Sweden faced political uncert»»»
President Iotova to Set Date for Security Council Meeting "If Necessary"
President Iliana Iotova will set a date for a meeting of the Consultative Council for National Security if it is "deemed necessary." "The latest available data on risks to national security should first be analyzed," Iotova said on Monday, speaking to journalists in Silistra. "We want to make sure »»»
Flying tomorrow with an expiring passport? Dubai airport renews UAE passports in 8 minutes
Traveller had only a month left on his passport before a trip requiring 6 months’ validity Dubai: Eight minutes stood between one Emirati traveller and a new passport after he reportedly discovered shortly before a planned trip that his existing document did not have enough validity remaining for t»»»
Dubai to have four Etihad Rail stations, including two for high-speed Abu Dhabi link, RTA reveals
RTA chief reveals one more conventional station apart from 2 stations for high-speed rail Dubai: Dubai will have four stations linked to the Etihad Rail network, two of which will serve the upcoming high-speed rail line between Abu Dhabi and Dubai, the city's roads authority has announced. Mattar A»»»
UAE’s E20 Investment, EDAFA Venture partner to support agricultural innovation
E20 Investment, a UAE-based investment group, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with EDAFA Venture, a regional venture capital company, to explore cooperation and investment opportunities in agriculture, aquaculture, food security, and related technologies, while supporting startups de»»»
Hungarian police officer admits beating defenceless man, breaking several bones
A police officer in Gyöngyös, Hungary, has received a suspended prison sentence after admitting that he and a colleague beat a defenceless man, breaking his jaw, nose and facial bones. The second officer denies the charges and will face further proceedings in January. Officer admits to assault in c»»»
Roar of "sonic cannon" not audible in original footage from protest - prosecutor's office
BELGRADE - In an analysis published on Sunday, the Higher Public Prosecutor's Office in Belgrade said a roaring sound typical of sonic cannons was not audible in original footage from a March 15, 2025 protest in central Belgrade. It said the original footage, made and published by Stefan Radic, the»»»
Von der Leyen’s State of the Union speech risks making border pushbacks ‘normal’ EU migration policy
European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen at her State of the Union address on Wednesday (16 September) will reportedly announce new migrant-busting plans — possibly even allowing EU states to suspend asylum whenever a large number of people arrive at a border. If true, it would likely be »»»
Saudi raids on Borj bridge in Taiz claim two Yemeni martyrs and injure a third citizen: reports - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Saudi raids on Borj bridge in Taiz claim two Yemeni martyrs and injure a third citizen: reports 14-09-2026 19:00 PM Latest News Urgent News»»»
Apple releases iOS 27 today with major Siri AI overhaul: Is your iphone eligible?
Doha, Qatar: Apple is rolling out iOS 27 today, September 14, bringing one of the biggest updates to the iPhone in recent years, led by a major AI-powered overhaul of Siri alongside new customisation and Apple Intelligence features. The update will be available for the iPhone 11 series and newer, m»»»
Why were 100,000 drug pills moulded with a former Arab leader’s face?
The tablets were hidden inside a cargo van after arriving in Libya through a seaport Dubai: Libyan authorities have seized about 100,000 ecstasy pills smuggled into the country from Europe, with each tablet moulded in the likeness of former Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi. Images released by a securi»»»
Anti-SLAPP Coalition Condemns EUR 25,000 Lawsuit against Journalist
The Bulgarian anti-SLAPP coalition has condemned a lawsuit filed against the Capital website's health journalist Desislava Nikolova over her reports on a public procurement procedure for cancer screening tests. The claim is "yet another attempt to drag a journalist into costly and lengthy legal pro»»»
3 Italian passengers fly from Delhi to Munich without immigration checks; Air India gets notice
Lapse detected only after they had boarded Munich-bound flight without immigration checks Dubai: Three Italian nationals managed to fly out of India from Delhi airport without undergoing mandatory immigration clearance after a series of passenger-handling failures allowed them to move from a domest»»»
Abu Dhabi to use AI to detect hazardous material risks earlier
New AI partnership aims to cut response times to hazardous material risks Abu Dhabi is set to use agentic artificial intelligence to help detect risks involving hazardous materials earlier and support authorities in responding more quickly to potential threats. The Abu Dhabi Hazardous Materials Man»»»
1,200 exhibitors from 95 countries at Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2026
The fair is a global platform for culture, knowledge and dialogue The ongoing edition of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF 2026) - which runs until Sep 18 - holds exceptional significance in the fair’s history, marking a new milestone in a journey spanning 35 editions of continuous growt»»»
Focus - Climate catastrophe leaves Nepal mourning while the search for the missing continues
The himalayan flash flood that devastated northern Nepal on August 26 was an unprecedented disaster. The death toll continues to rise, with nearly 1,400 people now confirmed dead and 5,130 still missing, including around 600 foreign nationals from 35 countries. Authorities now face the daunt»»»
Carney pitches Canada to global investors as Trump tries to pull investment south
U.S. President Donald Trump wants factories and investment moving south to the United States. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is betting he can make billions flow north. About 300 CEOs and senior executives from some of the world's biggest investment firms will descend on the Four Seasons in Yo»»»
Dubai Police unveils 345km/h Mansory Ferrari 812 patrol car
800hp Ferrari joins Dubai Police fleet in fifth Mansory collaboration Dubai: The high-performance patrol car, unveiled during the first day of Arabian Travel Market at Dubai World Trade Centre, produces up to 800 horsepower, accelerates from 0 to 100km/h in 2.8 seconds and has a top speed of 345km/»»»
Man in Montana Accused of Shaving, Burning and Beating GirlfriendOpinions
A 45-year-old man from the village of Cherni Vrah in Bulgaria's Montana region has been charged with three offenses after allegedly brutally abusing his 41-year-old partner, including beating her, burning her with cigarettes, forcibly shaving her head and threatening to kill her. The case came to l»»»
Irina Manole, Head of Sustainability & CSR at Oxygen: When green claims meet hard evidence
As new EU rules raise the bar for environmental claims, sustainability communication is moving from broad promises to specific, verifiable evidence. Irina Manole, Head of Sustainability & CSR at Oxygen, explains why this shift will reshape the way brands communicate and why credibility doesn’t have»»»
UAE traffic update: Heavy Dubai-Sharjah congestion, accidents, Abu Dhabi road closure
Evening rush brings heavy congestion on key Dubai-Sharjah corridors Dubai: Heavy evening traffic is slowing motorists across key Dubai-Sharjah routes on Monday, with Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311), Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) and Al Maleha Street among the busiest corridors, according to live Go»»»
US-Iran conflict: 5 things UAE residents need to know
Fresh threats to two of the region’s most important shipping routes raise new concerns Hopes of easing tensions in the Gulf have suffered a setback over the past 24 hours, just as fresh threats to two of the region’s most important shipping routes raise new concerns about oil supplies and regional »»»
Will ‘Israel’ Annex Lebanese Territories?
Field and political developments in Southern Lebanon since the November 2024 ceasefire, and more clearly since the resumption of war in March 2026, raise a question that goes beyond the concept of a “security zone” or “temporary occupation”: Is a gradual path being established to convert parts of t»»»
Can Pakistan and Africa Triple Bilateral Trade to $15 Billion by 2030? Expert Weighs In
The Pakistan-Africa Economic Council has been launched in Islamabad, opening a new chapter in economic engagement between the two sides. Pakistan and African countries have once again reaffirmed their determination to increase bilateral trade to $15 billion by 2030 and to diversify economic and tra»»»
Jerusalem Governorate warns of attempts to 'Judaize' the Bab al-Rahma at Al-Aqsa Mosque
Occupied Jerusalem: The Jerusalem Governorate has warned of attempts by the so-called "Temple" groups to establish a "new Jewish religious foothold" in the vicinity of the Al-Aqsa Mosque, and to Judaize the "Gate of Mercy" as occurred with the Western Wall. It considered that the rituals carried ou»»»