United Arab Emirates real estate developer Arada will acquire a majority stake in London's Thameside West mixed-use development, it said in a statement on Monday. Arada will take an 80% stake in the riverfront development in London's east which has a gross development value of 2.5 billion pounds ($»»»

The Israeli Public Prosecution on Sunday filed an indictment at the Haifa District Court against Shimon Azarzar, 27, from Kiryat Yam, who is accused of transmitting sensitive military information to Iranian intelligence. The Shin Bet and Israel Police said in a joint statement that Azarzar and his »»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s push toward a sustainable economy is gathering pace, as recent data highlights rapid growth in the country’s environmental, social, and governance (ESG) ecosystem. According to a recent report by Ken Research, Qatar’s ESG investment funds market is now valued at approximately $»»»

Residents of Sofia’s "Reduta" district are increasingly unsettled after a string of shooting incidents in the area around Pogledec and Petar Mitov streets. According to reports from Nova, an unidentified individual has repeatedly fired at trees, a security camera and stray cats in the neighbourhood»»»

As part of a working visit to Chui region, Minister of Construction, Architecture, Housing and Communal Services of Kyrgyzstan Nurdan Oruntaev, together with Tokmok Mayor Altynbek Ergeshov, inspected the progress of several construction projects in the city. During the visit, the minister examined »»»

Taxi services in Plovdiv have become more expensive as of today, with both the kilometer rates and the initial charge updated. The new daytime tariff is now 1.37 leva (about 0.70 euro) per kilometer, while the nighttime rate rises to 1.56 leva (around 0.80 euro). Depending on the tariff, the increa»»»

Starting January 1, 2026, key amendments to Kyrgyzstan’s Tax Code will come into force. The head of the Tax Policy Department of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, Nurbek Ismail uulu, said on Sputnik radio. According to him, the changes introduce a new procedure for collecting tax arrears and wr»»»

The eastern Chinese city of Ningbo will issue marriage consumption vouchers for couples who register their marriage between October 28 and December 31, as authorities ramp up efforts to encourage young couples to wed and have children. Marriages in China plummeted by a fifth last year, the biggest »»»

Prime Minister Orbán has made clear that Hungary's utility cost reduction policy remains intact — thanks to a renewed understanding with U.S. President Donald Trump. Speaking in his regular Friday interview, Prime Minister Orbán emphasized that this critical agreement protects Hungarian families fr»»»

At the first anti-war rally of the Digital Civic Circles in Győr, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán issued a stark warning: “There is a danger of war in Europe.” Seated with journalist Gergely Váczi, Prime Minister Orbán spoke candidly about what he views as Hungary’s obligation to resist involvement in »»»

Doha, Qatar: The Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani congratulated the Foreign Minister of Oman, Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, on receiving the Royal Commendation Order (First Class). HM Sultan Haitham bin Tarik of Oman conferre»»»

Bulgaria has advanced to fifth place in Central and Eastern Europe in terms of the number of large companies, according to the latest COFACE CEE Top 500 ranking compiled by global credit insurer Coface. The country now counts 27 companies among the region’s largest, one more than last year, surpass»»»

The Operation Midas scandal involving close associates of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and senior Ukrainian officials in a $100mn kickback scandal continues to expand as more officials get drawn into the net that threatens to bring the government down. On the one hand the investigation l»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Education and Higher Education has announced significant progress in its government scholarship program for the academic year 2025–2026, with the number of sponsored students now reaching approximately 850 scholarship recipients across various disciplines in Qatar and a»»»

Doha, Qatar: Registration and inspection for the second edition of the Katara Falconry and Hunting Championship 2025 will begin today, (November 17), and will continue until the November 19, ending at 12 noon at the headquarters of Al Gannas Society at the Katara Cultural Village Foundation. The or»»»

On November 16, President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov, during his working visit to the Republic of Uzbekistan, participated in and spoke at the 7th Consultative Meeting of Heads of State of Central Asia in Tashkent. According to Kyrgyz Temir Zholu state enterprise, addressing the development of tra»»»

The United States plans to classify a cartel that it says Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro runs as a foreign terrorist organization (FTO), Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Sunday, as tensions soar between the two countries. "Cartel de los Soles by and with other designated FTOs including Tren»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar marked the second edition of the ‘National Development Forum: Social Development Pillar’ aiming to advance the priorities of the Third National Development Strategy 2030 (NDS3) and translate the long-term ambitions of Qatar National Vision (QNV) 2030 into concrete, measurable out»»»

During a working visit to Uzbekistan, President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov participated in and addressed the 7th Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia in Tashkent. Following the summit, a number of multilateral documents were signed and adopted, including: The Consultative Mee»»»

A Healthcare and Compulsory Medical Insurance Supervisory Board will be established in Kyrgyzstan. Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev signed the corresponding resolution. The document approves the composition and regulations of the Supervisory Board. The Ministry of Health has »»»

During a working visit to Uzbekistan, the President of the Kyrgyz Republic participated in and addressed the 7th Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia in Tashkent. Sadyr Japarov supported Azerbaijan’s accession to the consultative meetings as a full member, expressing confidenc»»»

Hanoi: Landslides triggered by heavy rain in Vietnam have killed at least six people and injured more than a dozen, disaster agency officials said Monday, as the country's flood-hit central belt endured relentless precipitation. A passenger bus was submerged by falling soil and rock in the scenic K»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar will take on Zimbabwe in a friendly match today at Doha’s Abdullah Bin Khalifa Stadium as they prepare for next month’s FIFA Arab Cup. This will be the first time the Asian champions are back in action following their historic qualification for the FIFA World Cup in October, afte»»»

MMA fighter from Kyrgyzstan Valentina Shevchenko defeated Weili Zhang from China at UFC 322 in New York. Their matchup served as one of the co-main events of the show. The bout went the full five rounds and ended in a crushing victory for Shevchenko by unanimous decision. All three judges scored th»»»

BUENOS AIRES (Sputnik) - Ecuadorians have voted against allowing foreign military bases in the country, according to preliminary results reported by Reuters, with nearly two-thirds opposing the measure as almost 90% of ballots were counted. The proposal — backed by President Daniel Noboa as part of»»»

In an evening that brought together industry leaders, senior executives, and distinguished guests, BSL hosted an exclusive gala at the Museum of Islamic Art on November 12 to celebrate its official accreditation from the Association for Project Management (APM). The achievement establishes BSL as o»»»

Dubai: Emirates will roll out ultra-fast Starlink Wi-Fi across its in-service fleet, starting with its Boeing 777 aircraft in November 2025 and completing the installation by mid-2027. The complimentary service delivers ground-quality internet at cruising altitude, reinforcing the airline’s commitm»»»

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - US President Donald Trump on Monday called on congressional Republicans to vote to release files on scandalous financier Jeffrey Epstein, declaring that his party has nothing to hide. "House Republicans should vote to release the Epstein files, because we have nothing to hide»»»

Dubai: Dubai Police have issued a traffic alert on Monday morning as motorists experience significant congestion on Al Khawaneej Road heading towards Airport Road. The traffic build-up has been reported along key stretches, particularly near major intersections, causing delays for commuters during »»»

Warning: This story contains graphic descriptions of violence and gunshot injuries. A crowd runs in panic along a dusty street. Shots ring out. A woman wearing a purple jacket carrying a stick falls to the ground. Another woman can be heard pleading, "Mama, mama, stand," as she tries to lift her. B»»»

Five substations in high-density areas of the capital have been modernized. The work is part of reforms implemented by the Ministry of Energy of Kyrgyzstan, the ministry reported. According to the ministry, the capacity of the following substations has been increased in 2025: In total, the capacity»»»

During a working visit to Uzbekistan, the President of Kyrgyzstan, along with the heads of other countries in the region, visited the Center for Islamic Civilization in Tashkent. The center presents a rich collection of manuscripts, artifacts, and unique exhibits reflecting the centuries-old contri»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - US President Donald Trump commented on the bill to tighten sanctions against Russia, declaring that any country that cooperates with Russia will be subject to severe sanctions, and Iran may be added to the same bill. "The Republicans are putting in legislation that is very tough,»»»

A spiritual journey turned tragic early Monday when a bus carrying Indian Umrah pilgrims from Makkah to Madinah collided with a diesel tanker, triggering a massive fire, media reports say. According to ANI, at least 42 people are feared dead, with initial reports indicating many passengers were wom»»»

Foreign Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan and Tajikistan have signed a protocol in Tashkent on the exchange of ratification instruments concerning the junction point of state borders of the three countries, the Foreign Ministry of Kyrgyzstan reported. According to the ministry, the document legal»»»

2025 kickoffDubai Airshow 2025 kicks off today (November 17) its 19th edition, and runs from November 17 to 21, 2025 at the Dubai World Central (DWC). The event brings together 1,500+ exhibitors, 200+ aircraft across flying and static displays, 12 conference tracks, and 450+ global visionaries shar»»»

In an age defined by volatility and ambition, the question for nations and businesses has evolved: It’s no longer, “Can we weather the storm?” but “How do we emerge stronger and lead?” To answer this question, Zurich Middle East recently hosted the ‘Building Resilient Futures Together’ event in Dub»»»

A spiritual journey turned tragic early Monday when a bus carrying Indian Umrah pilgrims from Mecca to Madinah collided with a diesel tanker, triggering a massive fire, media reports say. According to ANI, at least 42 people are feared dead, with initial reports indicating many passengers were wome»»»

The Central Commission for Elections and Referendums of Kyrgyzstan (CEC) has cancelled the registration of Bakhtiyar Boobekov, a candidate for the Zhogorku Kenesh (Parliament) in electoral district No. 17. According to the CEC press service, he submitted a notice of withdrawal on November 15. The C»»»

Dubai: For most people, leaving a well-paid corporate job in the Gulf is unthinkable. But for Turkish expatriate Erkan Gülmez, the decision to start over was the only way forward. Gülmez arrived in the UAE in 2022 and was leading a subsidiary of a major Turkish conglomerate in Dubai, following a co»»»

A Sri Lankan expat has gone from a casual Dh100 win to pocketing a whopping Dh100,000, and now he’s daring to dream even bigger – the Dh100 million jackpot. Yasitha Prasanna, 29, struck the unexpected windfall as the Lucky Chance winner in the UAE Lottery draw. His journey began on a whim after spo»»»

An increase in agricultural production has been recorded in Kyrgyzstan. Data from the Eurasian Economic Commission say. According to the commission’s data, agricultural production in the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) increased by 2.1 percent from January to September 2025 across farms of all types»»»

Control over the transportation of heavy and hazardous cargo has been tightened in Kyrgyzstan. The press service of the Main Traffic Safety Department reported. According to the department, preventive measures are being carried out to enhance monitoring of vehicles transporting heavy and dangerous »»»

Voters in Ecuador have rejected a proposal to bring US military bases back into the country, according to the results of Sunday’s national referendum. With around 95% of ballots counted, the official tally shows that 60.58% voted ‘No’ on President Daniel Noboa’s initiative to allow foreign troops t»»»

Dubai: Dubai’s gold market opened the week in stable territory, with 24K trading around Dh492.25 per gram on Monday and 22K holding near Dh455.50. The steadiness comes at a time when global bullion has struggled to find direction, as traders reassess expectations for a US Federal Reserve rate cut n»»»

Nov. 16 (UPI) -- The U.S. military conducted another attack on an alleged drug smuggling ship in international waters of the eastern Pacific, killing three people, U.S. Southern Command confirmed Sunday as criticism of the strikes continues to mount. Some 80 people have been killed in the 21 known »»»

Ecuadorans went to the polls Sunday to vote on whether to allow the return of foreign military bases to the country, how to tackle drug violence and the drafting of a new constitution that could give its Trump-friendly President Daniel Noboa more power.  Nearly 14 million Ecuadorans are eligib»»»

President Donald Trump said on Sunday the United States “may be having some discussions” with Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, signalling a possible diplomatic opening as Washington expands its military presence near Venezuela. The USS Gerald R. Ford’s arrival, part of a counterdrug mission, ha»»»

Chile’s former labor minister Jeannette Jara and far-right leader Jose Antonio Kast will face a presidential run-off after leading Sunday’s first-round vote, provisional results showed. With 82.97% counted, Jara had 26.71% and Kast 24.12%. The campaign has been dominated by rising violent crime bla»»»

Ecuadorans on Sunday rejected the return of US military bases, early referendum results showed, dealing a setback to Trump-aligned President Daniel Noboa. With more than half the ballots counted, about 60% of voters opposed lifting the country’s long-standing ban on hosting foreign military facilit»»»