Repair of old copper wiring caused US flight disruption: Trump admin
NEW YORK: Weary travelers endured more flight disruptions as service resumed at US airports after an hours-long total stoppage, with officials saying the situation should return to normal Sunday. The Trump administration blamed the mess that began Friday on a botched replacement of old copper wire »»»
Global powers converge on Manila as ASEAN summit kicks off
MANILA: A key regional summit opens on Sunday in Manila, with Southeast Asian heads of state facing questions on trade, security and an ongoing energy crisis while playing host to a who’s who of global leaders. US President Donald Trump is scheduled to arrive on Tuesday near the summit’s conclusion»»»
Middle East...:Yemeni Forces Report Missile and Drone Operat...
By Staff, Agencies Yemeni Armed Forces spokesperson Brigadier General Yahya Saree announced that Yemeni forces had targeted Saudi military gatherings under the command of officer Badr al-Harbi in the Kharriz area of Lahj province. In a statement, Saree said several ballistic missiles were launched »»»
S&P Downgrades Outlook on Bulgaria’s Long-Term Credit Rating, Opposition Reacts
International credit rating agency Standard & Poor’s Global Ratings (S&P) has revised down the outlook on Bulgaria’s long-term sovereign credit rating from positive to stable, while affirming the country’s long- and short-term foreign- and local-currency ratings at ‘BBB+/A-2’, the Finance Ministry »»»
Europe...:German Intelligence Chief Warns of Espionage Risks...
By Staff, Agencies The head of Germany’s domestic intelligence agency in Thuringia, Stephan Kramer, has warned that Tesla vehicles could pose an espionage risk, as German officials call for restrictions on parking internet-connected cars near sensitive government and military facilities. Kramer’s r»»»
Europe...:Europe Agrees on Team for Ukraine Peace Talks
By Staff, Agencies European leaders have agreed on a negotiating team to represent the continent in potential US-brokered Russia-Ukraine peace talks, following months of disagreements over who should lead Europe’s diplomatic efforts and another round of negotiations that left European representativ»»»
Iran:Iran Reports Tanker Hit by Naval Mine Near Hormuz
By Staff, Agencies Iran’s Navy says a tanker caught fire and was immobilized after striking a naval mine while sailing through a prohibited area east of the Strait of Hormuz, despite previous warnings. In a statement on Saturday, the Navy said the vessel had switched off its tracking and identifica»»»
Reducing Ukraine aid sets scene for more war: Macron
PARIS: French President Emmanuel Macron said Saturday that countries seeking to limit aid to Ukraine want to impose an “unjust peace” and warned that it was a recipe for another war. The French leader’s statement posted on social media comes as the United States mediates talks between Ukraine and R»»»
Arab Views: Do Jordan’s Christians feel safe after church attack?
AMMAN: For almost 2,000 years, Christians have lived, worshipped and built communities in the lands that now make up Jordan. But on Oct. 23, that long history of coexistence was shaken by an act of violence that left a small village grieving and raised painful questions about the future of Christia»»»
Iran:Baqaei Accuses US of Threatening to Starve Iranians
By Staff, Agencies Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei has accused the United States of openly threatening to commit war crimes by seeking to starve the Iranian people through a blockade. In a post on X on Saturday, Baqaei cited remarks by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who said t»»»
Progressive Bulgaria MP Yanev: S&P Outlook Revision Logical Given Public Finances' Management in Last 5 Years
Commenting on the news that Standard & Poor’s Global Ratings (S&P) has revised the outlook on Bulgaria's long-term sovereign credit rating, Progressive Bulgaria MP Ivan Yanev said on Bulgarian National Television that the revision is logical given the existing macroeconomic imbalances due to how th»»»
Philippines' Carmelle wins inaugural Eurovision Asia contest
The 19-year-old singer beats 10 rivals in Bangkok with her song 'Sobra-Sobra' Bangkok: A teenage pop star from the Philippines won the first Asia edition of Eurovision on Saturday after a night of power ballads, pop-dance hits and pyrotechnics from the makers of the cult European kitsch fest. Carme»»»
Hungary Weekly Briefing: Orbán case, Berlin talks, economy
From a high-profile criminal investigation involving Viktor Orbán’s brother to Prime Minister Péter Magyar’s diplomatic visit to Berlin and fresh concerns over Hungarian wages and property prices, this week’s Hungary Weekly Briefing explores the developments shaping the country. The latest edition »»»
Yemeni forces report 723 strikes against Houthi positions
ADEN: Yemen’s armed forces carried out 723 air and ground strikes against Houthi positions and military assets over the past few hours, the military spokesperson said. The operations, conducted as part of the “Dawn of Yemen” campaign, included 37 airstrikes, 56 drone attacks, 89 rocket-launcher str»»»
Pope’s visit to hub of Afro-Peruvian community casts spotlight on African slave trade to Peru
ZAÑA, Peru: When Susana Baca, the Latin Grammy-winning Afro-Peruvian singer, serenaded Pope Leo XIV upon his arrival in Peru, it was a sign that the visit would provide an unparalleled spotlight on the culture that grew out of the African slave trade to this country. Baca, arguably the best-known A»»»
UN urges US, Iran to allow fertiliser shipments through Strait of Hormuz
Shortages could push 45 million people into severe food insecurity, senior official warns Antalya: Iran and the United States should "immediately" allow fertiliser shipments through the Strait of Hormuz to ease the crisis in some of the most vulnerable countries, a senior UN official said Saturday.»»»
Meta fined $880 million for accessing photos without consent
Regulator says the company accessed users' pictures without obtaining specific consent Milan: Italian regulators fined Facebook parent company Meta 805 million euros ($880 million) for accessing users' photos without their "specific" consent, the country's data protection authority said on Saturday»»»
Democratic Bulgaria Calls for Revised 2027 Budget with Deficit Below 3% of GDP After S&P Outlook Revision
Democratic Bulgaria (DB) is calling for the 2027 draft state budget to be rewritten with a deficit below 3% of GDP to reduce the risk of slowing economic growth and recession, following S&P Global Ratings' revision of Bulgaria's credit rating outlook, the coalition said in a statement circulated by»»»
UN official urges Iran, US to let fertilizers through Hormuz Strait
ANTALYA, Turkiye: Iran and the United States should “immediately” allow fertilizer shipments through the Strait of Hormuz to ease the crisis in some of the most vulnerable countries, a senior UN official said Saturday. Jorge Moreira da Silva, head of the UN Office for Project Services, told the COP»»»
Trump’s changing Iran war stance leaves Gulf peace efforts in limbo
His latest remarks have raised doubts over negotiations as Qatar tries to secure a deal Washington: President Donald Trump has had a lot to say about his thinking on the way ahead in the Iran war since Republicans were trounced in last week's midterm elections. In exchanges with reporters, broadcas»»»
Can humans stay in control as AI transforms modern warfare?
Experts warn of serious ethical and legal risks as machines take on battlefield decisions Paris: Lethal autonomous weapons powered by artificial intelligence are set to revolutionise warfare but there is no proper regulatory or legal framework governing the new technology. A conference starting Mon»»»
International study: Fear of results is a key reason for delayed diabetes screening in Saudi Arabia
RIYADH: A recent study conducted by the International Diabetes Federation indicates that approximately 2.3 million adults in Saudi Arabia are living with undiagnosed diabetes — accounting for 44 percent of the 5.3 million adults in the Kingdom affected by the disease. With a prevalence rate of 23.1»»»
Middle East War: 7 things UAE residents need to know tonight, November 14
Trump weighs restraint as Israel prepares war scenarios and Hormuz tensions persist Dubai: US President Donald Trump is considering holding off on further attacks against Iran unless Tehran or Yemen’s Houthis launch new provocations, according to a Reuters report on Saturday. The possibility of a p»»»
How this Lebanese expat supports women and underprivileged children through adventures in UAE
He turned his passion for the outdoors into a career and a platform for community work Dubai: For Lebanese expat Tarek Zeidan, adventure is about more than climbing mountains or exploring hiking trails. It is also a way to bring people together, create opportunities, and make a difference in commun»»»
Zelensky warns of Moscow seeking to redraw ‘influence’ in Europe
KYIV: Moscow’s push for the “redistribution of influence” in Europe is dangerous and could lead to more wars, Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky warned, insisting “war must end first” before any continental security talks. In comments released Saturday, Zelensky also accused Russia’s Vladimir Putin of pr»»»
GERB Urges Government to Heed S&P Global Ratings Outlook Revision, Avoid Further Crises
GERB urged the government to interpret correctly the latest assessment by international credit rating agency Standard & Poor’s (S&P) Global Ratings and avoid plunging Bulgaria into further crises, party representatives told a briefing at GERB headquarters on Saturday. On Friday evening, S&P Global »»»
‘Let them play’: The fans pushing back against Russia’s hockey ban
When Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney decided to refuse visas to Russians to play in next month’s World Junior Ice Hockey Championships, he became the first elected leader to openly ignore a court ruling and international sports federation decision. In doing so, he unleashed dangerous and virule»»»
Rama Hails ‘Historic’ EU Recommendation, Says Albania Could Begin Accession Treaty Preparations in 2027
Prime Minister Edi Rama has hailed what he called a “historic” recommendation by the European Commission to begin preparations in 2027 for drafting Albania’s European Union accession treaty, describing the move as a significant step toward the country’s long-standing ambition of joining the bloc. S»»»
South Korea advances to 10th place globally in Artificial Intelligence
Seoul, Nov 14. SANA South Korea has advanced to 10th place globally in the 2026 competitiveness rankings for digital transformation and artificial intelligence (AI), climbing eight positions compared to last year. According to South Korea’s Yonhap News Agency, the Ministry of Science and ICT announ»»»
Zelensky Says US Proposed Ukraine Cede Donbas in Exchange for NATO Membership - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Zelensky Says US Proposed Ukraine Cede Donbas in Exchange for NATO Membership 14-11-2026 15:09 PM Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky sp»»»
Beneath tonnes of trash, divers find signs of life in Jeddah Marina
JEDDAH: When divers descended to the Jeddah Marina seabed, they expected to find years of accumulated waste. They did. What surprised them was what they found beneath the debris. In patches where the seabed was free of waste, marine life was already reclaiming its place among the marina’s waters. “»»»
All construction workers accounted for after deadly building collapse in Nairobi
Nairobi: Kenyan authorities confirmed on Friday that 405 workers have been accounted for after an eight-story building under construction caved in, killing six people and injuring five others. The authorities said a multi-agency emergency response team confirmed the recovery of the six bodies from »»»
US flight chaos continues: Over 2,500 cancellations as services resume
Disruptions could last days after a technical failure grounded flights nationwide A nationwide ground stop ended around 8:15 pm ET on Friday (5:15 am UAE time on Saturday), and some domestic flights have now departed from US airports. However, normalizing air traffic after the longest flight stoppa»»»
‘Every picture has a story’: Celebrating Sheikh Hamdan’s birthday through the candid moments that show who he truly is
On his birthday, revisit the candid photos and heartfelt stories shared by Dubai’s Fazza Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, turns 44 today. Most people know the titles. His 17.3 million Instagram »»»
Asia-Pacific...:US and China Hold First Trade Council Talks ...
By Staff, Agencies The United States and China have held their first meeting of a newly established Trade Council through a video conference, discussing tariffs, agricultural commerce and possible reciprocal reductions in trade duties, China's Commerce Ministry announced Saturday. The talks took pl»»»
Trump tells advisers he may hold off on Iran attacks barring new provocations, sources say
WASHINGTON/RIYADH: President Donald Trump has told senior advisers in recent days that he may hold off on attacking Iran if the US faces no new provocations from Tehran or the Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen, according to three people familiar with the matter. Trump has alternated between threats of e»»»
The FAA has ordered all departing flights across the US grounded until further notice
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has ordered a rare nationwide ground stop for all departing flights across the US, citing unspecified safety concerns. The emergency directive took effect at 3:54 PM Eastern Time on Friday, with all departing aircraft instructed to remain on the ground unti»»»
How the UAE helped this Mexican pilot build a life across generations
He reflects on finding a second home, raising a family, passing on lessons of a lifetime Dubai: When Oscar Leonardo Ocampo Samperio moved from Mexico to Dubai in 2006, he expected a new chapter in his aviation career. He did not know that two decades later, the UAE would become such an important pa»»»
Lebanon:Sheikh Qassem’s Full Speech on Hezbollah Martyr’s Da...
Translated by Al-Ahed News, Hezbollah Media Relations The full speech of Hezbollah Secretary Genera His Eminence Sheikh Naim Qassem on the Martyr’s Day Commemoration on November 11, 2026. In the name of God, the Most Compassionate, the Most Merciful. Praise be to God, Lord of the Worlds. May prayer»»»
Palestine:World Orgs Sound Alarm on Intolerable Gaza Catastr...
By Staff, Agencies Ireland’s former President Mary Robinson has described the situation in Gaza as “intolerable” and called on Europe to “be outspoken” about its values. Speaking on RTÉ’s Six One News on Friday, Robinson said Europe is horrified by the humanitarian conditions in Gaza and the West B»»»
Orbán's former minister: Billions in hidden cash – VIDEO
Hungarian investigators have uncovered billions of forints in cash buried in forests, concealed inside buildings and stored in a hidden safe during a corruption investigation involving Miklós Seszták, a former minister in Viktor Orbán’s government. The discovery, accompanied by remarkable photograp»»»
Microsoft says all services working again
BusinessGlobal issuesMicrosoft says all services working againTimothy Jones with ReutersUS tech giant Microsoft says it has fixed problems that led to a global outage of its services. The glitch severely disrupted online communications in businesses and governments for more than 24 hours. https://p»»»
Wars and Pressure Won’t Undermine Hezbollah Resistance, Alliance with Iran Source of Pride: MP
Member of Hezbollah’s Loyalty to Resistance bloc MP Hussein Hajj Hasan stressed that successive wars, political pressure and media campaigns have failed to weaken the resistance. He reaffirmed the group’s determination to continue confronting the Israeli enemy and describing its alliance with Iran »»»
Canada’s Carney touts Philippine trade deal on Asia tour
Manila: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Saturday that Ottawa had successfully concluded negotiations for a sweeping free-trade pact with the Philippines, as it seeks ways to reduce its reliance on the United States. The US-Canada trade war has ruptured what was once one of the world’s clos»»»
Doha Film Festival announces powerful collaborations in bringing cinema and culture together
Film Committee at Media City Qatar joins as Strategic Partner to nurture Qatar’s creative industries and strengthen its global position Leading local and international organisations come together to honour the transformative power of cinema Doha, Qatar: Doha Film Festival (DFF) taking place from No»»»
United States:Rubio Attacks International Criminal Court and...
By Staff, Agencies US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has launched a sharp criticism of the International Criminal Court [ICC] and the United Nations, accusing international institutions of using international law to challenge Washington’s foreign policy decisions. His remarks, delivered before an a»»»
Iran:Iran’s Navy: Another Tanker Catches Fire After Striking...
By Staff, Agencies Iran’s Navy has reported that another oil tanker caught fire and became immobilized after striking a naval mine while sailing through a restricted area east of the Strait of Hormuz. In a statement issued on Saturday, the Navy said the vessel had entered the designated unsafe zone»»»
‘A moral red line’? World on cusp of autonomous weapons revolution
Paris: Lethal autonomous weapons powered by artificial intelligence are set to revolutionize warfare but there is no proper regulatory or legal framework governing the new technology. A conference starting Monday at the United Nations in Geneva will discuss how to establish curbs and prohibitions o»»»
Video: Tanker strike sinks cruise ship in New Orleans, plunging passengers into river
A tanker on Friday afternoon crashed into a cruise ship docked along the Mississippi River in New Orleans, causing a massive emergency response that included rescuing numerous passengers from the chilly waters. Officials reported that 32 people were being treated for their injuries at local hospita»»»
Hungary could have fewer than 9 million residents by 2043: Why money alone will not solve the population crisis
Hungary’s population could fall below 9 million by 2043 and shrink to just 7 million by the end of the century, according to demographic projections. However, experts warn that spending more money on families will not be enough to reverse the trend, as an ageing population poses growing challenges »»»