Anuela Ristani, deputy mayor of Tirana, has announced her departure from office in a social media post, ending an 11-year period of involvement in the management of Albania’s capital. Ristani’s announcement comes just days after Tirana Mayor Erion Veliaj, who is currently in detention, withdrew the»»»

Buda Castle District council is launching a poll on short-term rentals (Airbnbs), allowing residents’ views to inform decisions on future regulation, the council told Hungarian news agency MTI. Mayor wants a vibrant and attractive residential district The issue is particularly timely because the st»»»

A man is in a life-threatening condition after plunging on to the paved embankment beside the Danube in central Budapest, near the Pontoon entertainment venue. Accident near popular Budapest riverside venue The serious accident took place in the early hours of Sunday near the Pest end of the Chain »»»

A photographic exhibition celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Neonatology Clinic at the Maichin Dom Specialized Hospital for Active Treatment in Obstetrics and Gynecology opened in Sofia on Monday in front of the Ivan Vazov National Theatre. The exhibition, titled “Every New Life Deserves a Cha»»»

Albania has begun implementing a new project aimed at strengthening security in schools through the use of intelligent camera systems, Prime Minister Edi Rama announced. According to Rama, 20 schools in the capital, Tirana, have already been equipped with the new technology. The cameras are intende»»»

Lebanese House Speaker and Head of Amal Movement Nabih Berri delivered a televised speech on the 48th anniversary of the disappearance of Imam Sayyed Moussa Al-Sadr in Libya, stressing that ‘Israel’ seeks stirring sedition more than eradicating the resistance. Speaker Berri stressed that the civil »»»

Bulgarian Social Democracy – EuroLeft leader Alexander Tomov will run for president in the October 25 election, the party’s press office said on Monday. Tomov, born in Sofia in 1954, is an academic and politician. He studied at the University of National and World Economy and St Petersburg State Un»»»

Warsaw’s Saski Point office building at 111 Marszałkowska Street will be demolished rather than converted into apartments as previously planned. Owner Roceporthill Investments concluded that conversion was impractical after a detailed technical assessment. A new residential building designed by JSK»»»

Polish FoodTech company Botanika Farm has launched an IPO ahead of a planned debut on the Warsaw Stock Exchange’s main market. The company is offering up to 250,000 shares at a maximum price of PLN 69 each, giving the offering a potential value of about PLN 17.3 mln. Proceeds will finance a new pro»»»

Foreign investors accounted for a record 73% of equity trading on the Warsaw Stock Exchange’s main market in H1 2026, generating nearly PLN 453 bln in turnover. Polish retail investors traded PLN 78 bln, maintaining a 13% share, while domestic institutions accounted for about PLN 87 bln, or 14%. Th»»»

Poland’s economy grew 3.9% y/y in Q2 2026, up from 3.5% in Q1, supported by stronger investment, industry and construction. Fixed investment rose 8.4% y/y, and ING Bank Śląski expects growth in capital spending to approach double digits in H2 as National Recovery Plan projects accelerate. Exports i»»»

Foreign investors accounted for a record 73% of equity trading on the Warsaw Stock Exchange’s main market in H1 2026, generating nearly PLN 453 bln in turnover. Polish retail investors traded PLN 78 bln, maintaining a 13% share, while domestic institutions accounted for about PLN 87 bln, or 14%. Th»»»

Doha, Qatar: Argentina national team captain Lionel Messi announced his retirement from international football in an online statement posted on his social media account. "After all this time that has passed since the final, having thought about it a lot, I want to inform everyone that I am retiring»»»

RIYADH: Former Ballon d’Or winner Karim Benzema is leaving Al-Hilal just six months after joining from rival Al-Ittihad. The Saudi club said in a statement on Monday that they have agreed to mutually terminate their contract. It's unclear whether the 38-year-old Benzema will join another club or re»»»

JEDDAH: A research lab at Jameel Library is inviting people to take a broader view of translation — as a way of moving between languages, images, sounds, experiences and different forms of knowledge. The Task of the Translator Research Lab, developed and facilitated by artist and editor Sarasija Su»»»

The European Commission has placed ChatGPT, Roblox and Reddit under its strictest designations for online platforms under the Digital Services Act. File Photo by Adam Vaughan/EPA Aug. 31 (UPI) -- The European Commission has placed ChatGPT, Roblox and Reddit under its strictest designations for onli»»»

The official opening ceremony of the VI World Nomad Games began at Bishkek Arena. First, the national flag of Kyrgyzstan was raised, followed by the national anthem. The parade of athletes from participating countries then began. More than 29,000 spectators have gathered at the stadium. The Preside»»»

The opening ceremony of the VI World Nomad Games is taking place today at Bishkek Arena. Around 29,000 spectators have gathered at the stadium. Around 3,000 athletes from 112 countries will take part in the Games. This is the highest number of participants in the history of the World Nomad Games. T»»»

Doha, Qatar: As the new academic year begins, Qatar National Library invites students, researchers, and lifelong learners to a dynamic month of programs spanning mentorship, technology, and literature. The calendar kicks off on September 5 with "The Murshidi Program: Academic and Career Mentoring,"»»»

Pregnant singer’s brutal killing in Punjab sparks nationwide outrage Social media star Manjit Kaur, who died after being abducted, assaulted, and set ablaze, was three-and-a-half months pregnant, reported ANI, quoting police sources. News of the singer’s violent death made headlines when she was ta»»»

ISTANBUL: Turkiye’s top diplomat stressed Monday the regional defense pact with Pakistan and Saudi Arabia was not aimed at any particular country and open to others, including Egypt. Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan’s remarks came after the first ministerial meeting of the Makkah Joint Defense Agreemen»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Lebanese House Speaker and Head of Amal Movement Nabih Berri on the 48th anniversary of the disappearance of Imam Sayyed Moussa Al-Sadr: ‘I»»»

Damascus, Aug. 31 (SANA) The Syrian Sovereign Fund signed an agreement on Monday with UAE-based developer Arada Group to execute a $7 billion real estate project in the “New Damascus” area. The signing ceremony took place in the presence of Chairman of the Syrian Sovereign Fund Mazen al-Salhani. Co»»»

Doha, Qatar: Eight years ago, Rashid AlGhafri walked into Qatar Academy Al Wakra, part of Qatar Foundation’s Pre-University Education, as a fourth grader who, by his own admission, was shy and introverted. This September, he returns as Head Boy for his final year. “It’s the most important year,” he»»»

Russian airstrikes are giving Ukraine “no respite" and are focused on the infrastructure keeping its war machine running, military-political expert Yan Gagin told Sputnik. Precision attacks are paired with advances along the front, especially in the Donetsk direction toward Druzhkovka, Kramatorsk a»»»

Speaker Nabih Berri on Monday again lashed out at the framework agreement that was signed in June between Lebanon and Israel. “The current stage, with its existential risks, does not grant anyone the right to act on any of the sovereign titles under any pretext, whether a framework agreement or sec»»»

The House is hoping to pass a stopgap funding package before heading back out of town for the week of Labor Day. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Aug. 31 (UPI) -- Members of the U.S. House are expected to make passing a stopgap funding bill a priority this week after they returned Monday to»»»

Chinese President Xi Jinping was unable to attend the opening ceremony of the 6th World Nomad Games at the Bishkek Arena on August 31. Askat Alagozov, press secretary of the Kyrgyz President, reported. Alagozov stated that during his state visit to Kyrgyzstan, Xi Jinping had planned to attend sever»»»

Doha: Qatar Museums has released its September 2026 public programme, featuring a wide range of workshops, talks, storytelling sessions, creative courses and family activities across its museums and creative hubs. The programme spans art, design, photography, calligraphy, heritage, literature and c»»»

India meanwhile dismisses the ruling Pakistan welcomed on Monday a decision by an international tribunal that a landmark water-sharing treaty remained in force, despite India's suspension of its participation. "Pakistan welcomes this finding by the Court that interim measures are warranted," the go»»»

AL-MUKALLA: Yemen’s government-aligned forces have stepped up operations against Houthi threats in the Red Sea, combating drone boats near government-held islands and intercepting a dhow carrying advanced drone components allegedly bound for the Iran-backed group. The National Resistance said coast»»»

LONDON: The Saudi Pro League season is starting to take shape, with reigning champions Al-Nassr and fellow Riyadh giants Al-Hilal leading the way, just as they did last season. Here are five things we learned from the latest round of matches: Al-Nassr the comeback kings How do you beat Al-Nassr? Th»»»

Iraqi researcher, historian, and media figure Hamid Abdullah has presented on his YouTube channel highly sensitive details about the alleged final hours of revered Lebanese Shiite cleric Imam Moussa al-Sadr and his companions in Libya in 1978, claiming the presence of documents related to the imam’»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli enemy carries out a new bombing in the area between the two towns of Arnoun and Kfartebnit, South Lebanon: Al-Manar reporter 31-08-»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Lebanese House Speaker and Head of Amal Movement Nabih Berri on the 48th anniversary of Imam Sayyed Moussa Al-Sadr: ‘Israel’ seeks sedition»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Municipality, represented by the Agricultural Affairs Department, announced the launch of the 2026 Local Dates Purchasing Season, which will run until September 17, 2026. On its social media post announcing the event, the Ministry said that this initiative "reflects the»»»

Washington holds the rotating presidency this year US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent vowed on Monday to persist with economic pressure on Iran, saying a turning point could be near as G20 finance leaders opened talks clouded by war and trade tensions. "We are going to continue exerting pressure, »»»

Pakistan says welcomes Hague decision on water sharing treaty with India Pakistan says welcomes Hague decision on water sharing treaty with India. Details to follow. © Agence France-Presse»»»

Starlink lands in UAE: Dh300 internet plan — know the catch From a regulatory perspective, the license reflects TDRA’s approach to adopting a flexible and forward-looking regulatory framework that embraces emerging technologies, expands user choice and connectivity solutions, and promotes competiti»»»

Istanbul, Aug. 31 (SANA) The first meeting of the Political and Strategic Defense Committee established under the Mecca Mutual Defense Agreement between Türkiye, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia began in Istanbul on Monday. According to Anadolu Agency, the committee, comprising the foreign and defense min»»»

US President Donald Trump has urged Canadian businesses operating in the American market to relocate south of the border “immediately,” amid an escalating trade war between the two neighboring nations. The demand follows Trump’s announcement of new 50% tariffs on Canadian cars, trucks, automotive p»»»

The Russian Armed Forces continued to deliver group strikes against Ukraine's logistics facilities and merchant ships used in the interests of the Ukrainian military, the Russian Defense Ministry reported on Monday. "During the day, strike unmanned aerial vehicles struck in the Kyiv region: the DHL»»»

Poland has completed or launched all investments financed under the National Recovery Plan (KPO), according to Funds and Regional Policy Minister Katarzyna Pełczyńska-Nałęcz. The PLN 240 bln program has already brought about PLN 150 bln to Poland, with the remaining PLN 90 bln expected by year-end.»»»

Police are investigating a fire that broke out shortly after midnight at a WB Group facility in Skarżysko-Kamienna, where components for unmanned systems are produced. The plant was closed at the time and no one was injured. Officers are examining the site using a drone equipped with a thermal-imag»»»

Pomerania is entering one of the strongest investment cycles in its history, with ports, offshore wind, logistics and semiconductors emerging as key growth drivers alongside IT and business services. Port Gdańsk handled 41.7 mln tons of cargo in H1 2026, while Baltic Hub processed nearly 1.6 mln TE»»»

An Israeli security source stated that Israel is monitoring the Syrian front, emphasizing that it "will not allow hostile forces to establish a presence on the border." The source added that Israel is working to fortify its border defenses by "increasing the number of town protection units and armi»»»

Alliance will help hospitality groups share knowledge and tackle environmental challenges Dubai: The Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) has launched a new alliance bringing together UAE hospitality organisations to collaborate on environmental sustainability and improve measurable performance acros»»»

Dubai's RTA to conduct a lucky draw Here's one more reason to grab that backpack and look forward to a trip to school - this is your opportunity to win prizes worth nearly Dh40,000. Schools reopened after a summer break on Monday, August 31 in the UAE, and the traffic back to class has been enthusi»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah’s Raad to Imam Sadr: You Will Keep Defying Enforced Absence, Your Slogans Calling for Resistance against ‘Israel’ Are Uninterpret»»»

President Donald Trump has threatened to report NBC anchor Kristen Welker to the FCC over her characterization of his endorsements in the midterm election cycle. File Pool Photo by Jim Bourg/UPI | License Photo Aug. 31 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump said he will report NBC anchor Kristen Welker to»»»