TAP 14m

Tunisia seeks to expand Halal trade, position itself as Europe-Africa bridge

TUNIS, Sept. 29, 2026 (TAP) - Tunisia is eyeing to make significant inroads into the trade of halal-certified products, the Director General Assistant of the Islamic Centre for Development of Trade (ICDT) Mamoudou Bocar Sall said, specifying that...»»»

The Peninsula 15m

QBA, Indian Finance Minister explore boosting trade cooperation, investment opportunities

Doha: Qatari Businessmen Association (QBA) has met with HE Minister of Finance and Minister of Corporate Affairs of the Republic of India Nirmala Sitharaman and her accompanying delegation to discuss strengthening economic and investment ties between Qatar and India, in addition to unlocking prospe»»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
EU Observer 15m

Former MEP Rachida Dati’s 2014 emails derided corruption allegations, which now form core of French trial

Former French MEP Rachida Dati is facing intense scrutiny following allegations she took lobbying money from French energy giant GDF Suez/Engie during her time at the European Parliament, on top of a separate investigation into her ties with French car maker Nissan-Renault. The 60-year-old, who was»»»

euobserver.com
Gulf News 26m

Historic first in Morocco: Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri named prime minister

PAM leader tasked with forming a government after her party won 97 seats in September vote Dubai: Morocco’s King Mohammed VI on Tuesday appointed Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri to lead the country’s government, making her the first woman to hold the post in the kingdom’s history. The Royal Palace said »»»

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TAP 26m

Tunisia seeks to expand Halal trade, position itself as Europe-Africa bridge

TUNIS, Sept. 29, 2026 (TAP) - Tunisia is eyeing to make significant inroads into the trade of halal-certified products, the Director General of the Islamic Centre for Development of Trade (ICDT) said, specifying that global trade in halal products...»»»

Gulf News 28m

Dubai population tops 4.8 million after adding 226,885 people in 2026

Emirate’s population reached 4.807 million by midday Monday, official figures show Dubai: Dubai’s population has increased by 226,885 people since the start of 2026, reaching 4,807,185 by midday Monday, according to figures from the Dubai Data and Statistics Establishment, part of Digital Dubai. Th»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 32m

GERB Leader Borissov Wants Clarity on Exchange for Tsar Samuel’s Remains

GERB leader Boyko Borissov welcomed efforts to bring Tsar Samuel’s remains to Bulgaria but said on Tuesday that it must be clear what the country would give in exchange. He made the remarks to journalists in Stara Zagora while meeting members of the local GERB organization. “I have held negotiation»»»

bta.bg
RT 48m

Anthropic promises investors ‘existential risk to humanity’

Anthropic is telling potential investors that its advanced AI could cause “catastrophic or existential risks to humanity,” in a prospectus intended to boost the company’s value to $2 trillion. The company’s IPO prospectus, seen by Reuters, claims that its AI models exhibit “self-preserving behavior»»»

rt.com
Tanjug 49m

Starovic: European perspective must be much more than political promise

VIENNA - Serbia's caretaker Minister of European Integration Nemanja Starovic said on Tuesday in Vienna the European perspective must be much more than a political promise, especially for younger generations. Addressing a conference on the Western Balkans, Starovic said that, "for young people, Eur»»»

tanjug.rs
Albanian Daily News 50m

Albania’s Opposition Challenges Findings of National Security Council

Albania’s opposition has questioned the findings of the country’s National Security Council, arguing that responsibility for a series of alleged security breaches has once again remained unclear. The Democratic Party, through Klevis Balliu, deputy chairman of Parliament’s Security Committee, has fo»»»

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Albanian Daily News 1h

Constitutional Court Rejects Opposition Challenge to Ombudsman Appointment

Constitutional Court has rejected a challenge brought by lawmakers from the opposition Democratic Party over the appointment of Endri Shabani as the country’s Ombudsman. The Democratic Party had argued that the parliamentary procedure used to appoint the Ombudsman was unconstitutional. The oppositi»»»

albaniandailynews.com
The Peninsula 1h

Qatar continues mediation efforts between USA, Iran: Advisor to Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson of Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Doha: Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari affirmed Tuesday that the State of Qatar is continuing its mediation efforts between the United States and the Islamic Republic of Iran to bridge viewpoints and establi»»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
Gulf News 1h

Maharashtra couple ‘sell’ baby to buy phones, gold chain; infant sold 4 times before being rescued in Hyderabad

Police rescue one-month-old after 550km journey and arrest seven, including parents Dubai: A couple in Maharashtra allegedly sold their one-month-old son for Rs120,000 (about DH4,190) to buy mobile phones and a gold chain, with the baby changing hands several times before being traced more than 550»»»

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Al Manar 1h

An Israeli force stormed a house in Kfarchouba and opened fire at the South Lebanon town: Al-Manar reporter - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe An Israeli force stormed a house in Kfarchouba and opened fire at the South Lebanon town: Al-Manar reporter 29-09-2026 18:52 PM Latest News»»»

Bulgarian News Agency 1h

Foreign Ministry Summons North Macedonia’s Charge d’Affaires over Refusal to Admit MP

The Foreign Ministry summoned North Macedonia’s charge d’affaires in Sofia over the refusal to admit MP Angel Georgiev into North Macedonia, the ministry press service said on Tuesday. Georgiev chairs the parliamentary Committee on Policies for Bulgarians Abroad. According to the Ministry, he was r»»»

bta.bg
Dailynews Hungary 2h

Budapest police apologise after journalist receives insulting, misogynistic internal email

The Budapest Police Headquarters has apologised to an HVG journalist after an internal email describing her as a “screaming blue stocking” was apparently sent to her by mistake. Journalist had requested interview on street harassment HVG journalist Noémi Martini first contacted the communications d»»»

dailynewshungary.com
Bulgarian News Agency 2h

Regional Development Ministry Proposes Reducing Bulgaria's Planning Regions from Six to Four

The Ministry of Regional Development and Public Works proposed on Tuesday reducing the country's six planning regions to four and merging its two Level 1 statistical regions into one. The proposed amendments to the Regional Development Act would bring national legislation into line with the new Nom»»»

bta.bg
France24 2h

Legion of Honour: Police investigate corruption claims for France’s top award

French police took a top general into custody last week as part of an ongoing probe into potential bribery among the selection committee for the country’s highest decoration, the Legion of Honour. Investigations centre on possible payoffs for awards including expansive meals, holidays and thousands»»»

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France24 2h

French police clash with teens blockading schools as unions stage day of protests

French teenagers on Tuesday clashed with police as they kept up a blockade of high schools in cities across the country to demand better conditions and more teacher hirings. The escalating standoff came as unions staged a day of demonstrations against a cost-cutting budget drafted by Prime Min»»»

france24.com
Gulf News 2h

US-Iran war: Talks continue, oil falls — what UAE residents need to know tonight

Trump denies offering concessions as Iran pushes Hormuz plan, flight disruption persists The US-Iran war remains caught between diplomacy and confrontation, with President Donald Trump denying that Washington has offered Tehran concessions even as mediators continue efforts to end seven months of f»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Heavy traffic on Dubai–Sharjah routes this evening

Within Dubai, traffic is mixed. E44 has slow-moving sections around its central junctions Motorists heading home from Dubai to Sharjah are facing a slow evening commute, with the latest Google Maps updates showing heavy traffic on the main routes into Sharjah, but a noticeably easier journey on sev»»»

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Dailynews Hungary 2h

Fidesz: ‘Ukrainian mafia’ operatives have infiltrated Hungarian state institutions

The Fidesz party claims that the “Ukrainian mafia” is paying dozens of people in Hungary who have already infiltrated state institutions. The opposition party also said that people allegedly “paid by Ukrainians” and making false accusations would eventually face legal consequences. Fidesz made the »»»

dailynewshungary.com
Gulf News 2h

Ryan Reynolds says Abu Dhabi is doing it 'very, very well' and building real character

Hollywood star hails Abu Dhabi’s organic evolution into a vibrant cultural hub Ryan Reynolds thinks the best cities have a streak of eccentricity, and he believes Abu Dhabi is building one. Speaking in the capital on Tuesday, the actor said universities, art and culture are what give a place its ch»»»

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Gulf News 3h

When will Burj Al Arab reopen? Here’s when you can check into Dubai’s iconic hotel again

Dubai’s iconic sail-shaped hotel is undergoing its first restoration since opening in 1999 Dubai: When will Burj Al Arab reopen? Dubai’s sail-shaped icon is currently closed for an 18-month restoration programme and is expected to welcome guests back in October 2027, according to Visit Dubai. Sign »»»

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Arab News 3h

EU top diplomat says bloc wants to ‘upgrade’ Syria partnership

DAMASCUS: EU foreign affairs chief Kaja Kallas said on Tuesday in Damascus that the European Union wanted to “upgrade” its partnership with Syria and help boost its recovery but called for further domestic reform. “The European Union is using its political and economic tools to help Syria on the pa»»»

arabnews.com
France24 3h

Video shows Iranian police beating, sexually humiliating teenage detainee

A video posted in mid-September showing Iranian police officers beating and sexually harassing an arrested teenage boy has caused widespread outrage in Iran. Experts say such mistreatment of people accused of common crimes is frequent in Iran, but the footage provides rare visual evidence of what t»»»

france24.com
Gulf News 3h

Egyptian man arrested after wife killed and dismembered inside lawyer’s office in Alexandria

They were left alone to discuss marital dispute before lawyer returned to find woman dead Dubai: An Egyptian man has been arrested after allegedly killing and dismembering his wife inside a lawyer’s office in Alexandria, according to local media reports citing preliminary investigations. The killin»»»

gulfnews.com
France24 3h

France's Le Pen vows to 'counterattack' after top ally Bardella hit by anti-Semitism claims

French presidential frontrunner Marine Le Pen on Tuesday denounced an attempt to "derail" her Élysée Palace run after a media report accused the head of her far-right National Rally (RN) party, Jordan Bardella, of making ant-Semitic comments in 2013. Le Pen said Bardella, who is tipped to be p»»»

france24.com
RT 3h

US struggling to expand missile production – WSJ

The US faces a major hurdle replenishing key missile stocks after burning through huge quantities of Tomahawks and Patriot interceptors during the Iran war, the Wall Street Journal reported on Sunday. According to the paper, the manufacturing push is coming “too late,” with the industry hollowed ou»»»

rt.com
Business-review 3h

Insurance Solutions for Multi-Million-Dollar Construction Businesses

At a certain revenue level, off-the-shelf contractor policies stop making sense. A $20 million construction business carries risks that standard small-business coverage wasn’t designed to handle: multi-site exposures, large crew payrolls, and project values that can exhaust a policy limit in a sing»»»

business-review.eu
Bulgarian News Agency 3h

Continue the Change Tables Alert about Conflict of Interest of Progressive Bulgaria MP Vassilev

Continue the Change has alerted the Anti-Corruption Commission of a potential conflict of interest by Progressive Bulgaria Deputy Floor Leader Slavi Vassilev. The alert cites evidence of a conflict of interest and failure to comply with disclosure requirements, the party’s press office said Tuesday»»»

bta.bg
Arab News 3h

Kingdom introduces all-inclusive Hajj package for 2027

JEDDAH: Hajj agencies serving pilgrims from abroad will be able to arrange accommodation, transport, meals and services at the holy sites through a single contract for the 2027 season under a package announced by Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah. The “all-inclusive package” replaces separa»»»

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Arab News 3h

Iran FM says expects US answer Tuesday on plan to open Hormuz

TEHRAN: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said he expected a formal answer on Tuesday from the United States to Tehran's proposal to open the Strait of Hormuz, state media reported. Qatari intermediaries "presented ideas, and we discussed them; they are set to raise the matter with the Americ»»»

arabnews.com
Business-review 3h

How Cash-Pay Clinics Are Rethinking Marketing, One Service Line at a Time

A new kind of healthcare business has become common in cities across North America and Europe: the cash-pay clinic. Wellness centers, medical spas, and aesthetic practices sell services that patients choose and pay for themselves, from hydration infusions to advanced facial treatments. Insurance ne»»»

business-review.eu
EU Observer 3h

EU’s centre-right EPP seeks asylum opt-outs, as commission silent on new crisis rules

The European Commission says it will not compromise on protecting the EU’s external borders, but will also respect human rights, while declining to specify if a new emergency rule could suspend people’s basic right to asylum. The vague statements by Magnus Brunner, the EU home affairs commissioner,»»»

euobserver.com
Al Manar 3h

Lavrov Comments on Poland’s Plans to Produce Patriot Missiles

Russia-US contacts on the issue of “irritants” will take place soon, with the timing being coordinated, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov told reporters on the sidelines of the 23rd annual meeting of the Valdai Discussion Club. He noted that circumstances would eventually compel the United Sta»»»

english.almanar.com.lb
Business-review 3h

Danish retail chain NORMAL is entering the Romanian market with two stores in Bucharest and Timișoara

The Danish retail chain NORMAL is entering the Romanian market and is preparing to open its first two stores in Bucharest and Timișoara. The first store will open its doors to the public on Wednesday, 30 September at Mega Mall in Bucharest, at 09:00 a.m, and after two days, on 2 October, the store »»»

business-review.eu
Gulf News 4h

'We don't put a station to serve only today's guests': Etihad Rail reveals why it chose Al Yalayis

New station integrates rail, metro and taxis to cut car dependence across emirates Dubai: Why build a railway station in an area that is still developing? For Etihad Rail, the answer lies not in where Dubai is today, but where the city will be a decade from now. As Etihad Rail prepares to launch pa»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Now, Dubai residents can apply for DEWA electricity and water supply activation in just two minutes

210,000 transactions a year to become faster as 16 of 21 services now use agentic AI Dubai: Customers in Dubai can now apply to activate their electricity and water supply in just two minutes, down from around eight minutes, as Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) uses agentic artificial in»»»

gulfnews.com
RT 4h

1968 Thule nuclear accident: The dark history behind the new Greenland deal

The US, Denmark, and Greenland have signed a new agreement to expand American military activity on the island. Washington calls Greenland vital to its security, but an expanded military presence also raises an older question: What risks does the Arctic island take on in return? The agreement builds»»»

rt.com
Gulf News 4h

Christa Pike: Tennessee set to execute woman for first time in 200 years

Inmate says she is not afraid to die as victim’s mother prepares to witness execution Dubai: Tennessee is preparing to execute a woman for the first time in more than 200 years, bringing to a close a case that has pitted arguments about youth, childhood abuse and mental illness against a mother’s t»»»

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Naharnet 4h

European official says any European mission to back army in disarming Hezbollah

While the mission of the UNIFIL forces in southern Lebanon is expected to end late this year, a senior European diplomatic official confirmed on Tuesday that any European security mission in Lebanon will not replace UNIFIL. The diplomat also clarified to Al-Arabiya television that the proposed Euro»»»

Gulf News 4h

Dubai driving tests get smarter with AI-powered system

New technology can track errors, show learners exactly why they passed or failed Dubai: Learner drivers in Dubai will be able to see exactly where they went wrong during their driving test under a new AI-powered assessment system that promises more accurate results, greater transparency and fewer i»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 4h

Over 5 Mln Cubic Metres of Water Pumped into Srebarna Lake Reserve in 74 Days

The operation to pump water from the Danube River into Srebarna Lake, which began in July due to low water levels in the reserve, has concluded. Over 5 million cubic metres of water were transferred over 74 days using two water pump units provided by the General Directorate for Fire Safety and Civi»»»

bta.bg
Naharnet 4h

UN envoy meets Houthi negotiators in a bid to halt escalating violence in Yemen

The U.N. envoy for Yemen said Tuesday he met with Houthi negotiators over the weekend in efforts to avert further escalation in Yemen amid fierce battles on the country's western coast between the Iran-backed Houthis and the Saudi-supported, but fragmented, government forces. The renewed violence, »»»

RT 4h

Iran denies link to suspected UK airbase terror plot

Iran has denied any ties to the Fairford Airbase incident in the UK, denouncing evidence-free claims that it was involved as “Iranophobia.” Hours after call from a farmer to the military airbase at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, southwestern England, on Saturday night, police arrested five men dr»»»

rt.com
Arab News 4h

Israel obliterates south Lebanon's architectural heritage

Daily attacks around the city of Nabatieh and the town of Kfar Rumman have not stopped the Zein family from launching work to restore “what can be restored” of the home of Youssef Bek Zein, which was damaged by intensive Israeli strikes several months ago. Descendants of one of Nabatieh’s best-know»»»

arabnews.com
Bulgarian News Agency 4h

More than 60 Trafficking Victims Identified in Bulgaria in 2026, 17 are Children

More than 60 victims of human trafficking were formally or informally identified in Bulgaria during the first six months of 2026, with 17 of the victims being children under the age of 18, senior expert at the National Commission for Combating Trafficking in Human Beings (NCCTHB) Vanya Georgieva to»»»

bta.bg
Warsaw Business Journal 4h

Wave Międzyzdroje Resort & SPA enters final sales stage

Four years after opening, Wave Międzyzdroje Resort & SPA continues to attract guests throughout the year and has become the starting point for the development of further Wave-branded projects on the Baltic coast. The resort maintains a high average annual occupancy rate, while apartment sales in Mi»»»

wbj.pl
Arab News 4h

Halfway through world’s largest count, Indian enumerators capture realities of 1.4b people

NEW DELHI: A month before 3 million enumerators started visiting Indian households door-to-door, Priyanka Kumari taught them how to convince people to answer truthfully, as they faced dozens of questions about their livelihood, food and whether they had drinking water and toilets at home. A teacher»»»

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