The competitiveness of Bulgaria and Southeast Europe in the new technological environment will be the focus of an international forum in Sofia bringing together representatives of government institutions and executives of companies operating in high-value-added sectors. Minister of Innovation and D»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Cultural Village Foundation – Katara yesterday launched the activities of World Space Week 2026 at the Al Thuraya Astronomical Dome (Building 41), drawing families, students and space enthusiasts for an engaging programme of interactive shows, films and educational workshops. The f»»»

Doha, Qatar: Vodafone Qatar and Al Meera Consumer Goods Company announced a new strategic partnership bringing together their loyalty programmes, iPoints and wafa, to give customers greater flexibility in how they use their rewards across telecom services and everyday shopping. As part of the partn»»»

Doha, Qatar: The University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) and Qatar Cool signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in student innovation, applied learning, research, professional development, and sustainability. The MoU was signed by UDST President, Dr. Salem »»»

WELLINGTON: The FlyDubai co-pilot who stabbed his captain in an alleged attempt to ​crash a plane last week was in New Zealand seven years ago to complete a portion of his flight training for a UK-based company, New Zealand police said in a statement on Tuesday. Police said the man was in New Zeala»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s advanced desalination infrastructure provides households with access to high-quality municipal water, yet bottled water remains a popular choice among residents. A new study by Qatar Environment and Energy Research Institute (QEERI) at Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) examin»»»

Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs H E Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani has praised teachers for their role in building minds, shaping generations and developing Qatar’s human capabilities, as the country marks World Teachers’ Day. In a post on X, the Pri»»»

Dhubab Airport captured, Yemeni forces eye further gains along Red Sea coast Yemeni government-aligned forces have reached Dhubab Airport, just 54km south of the strategic Red Sea port of Mocha. Local media have circulated footage purporting to show troops entering Mocha after apparent Houthi withd»»»

Paris, France: In optogenetics, scientists control neurones by stimulating them with light -- potentially unlocking breakthroughs for conditions such as dementia, depression and blindness. Three scientists won the Nobel medicine prize on Monday for their work in the field: US neurologist Karl Deiss»»»

Doha, Qatar: Doha will host the ninth edition of the World Investment Forum from 25 to 27 October 2026, held jointly by the State of Qatar and UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) under the theme “Investing in the Future.” The Forum will bring together high-level participants, including ministers and »»»

Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) H E Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani met with Syrian Minister of Emergency and Disaster Management H E Raed Al Saleh. During the meeting they discussed ways to develop cooperation in the fields of emergency re»»»

Doha, Qatar: The National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) convened its fifth Annual Cyber Governance and Assurance Conference, centred on the theme ‘Securing the Digital Future in an Era of Convergence,’ reaffirming its commitment to digital resilience and innovation. The event was attended by the Min»»»

SYDNEY: Australia’s conservative opposition vowed on Tuesday to implement the “largest cut to immigration” in the country’s history if it takes power. The Liberal-National party alliance has governed Australia for much of the postwar period but has slumped into third place in the opinion polls unde»»»

VENICE,: The opening in US theaters of the “NAZA” documentary, in which Israeli military insiders describe what they say was the reckless killing of civilians in Gaza, is likely to rekindle the searing debate over America’s military support for Israel ahead of congressional elections. Israel’s wart»»»

Motorists are facing long delays on Sharjah-Dubai routes and E311 this morning Dubai: Motorists in Dubai are facing slow-moving traffic on several major roads this Tuesday morning, October 6, as the rush hour coincides with early fog in parts of the emirate. Live traffic data shows heavy congestion»»»

Tokyo: In diligent, exhausted Japan, self-described elite "competitive sleepers" vied to lie down, relax and nap the fastest and deepest in a contest organised by a mattress company. The Tokyo competition, dubbed "Matt Race", saw dozens of participants fitted with sleep tracking devices sprawl on c»»»

In Dine With The Stars With Manjusha Radhakrishnan, actor opens up on surviving backlash Dubai: Award-winning Indian actress Parvathy Thiruvothu has a response for men who find her intimidating, and it does not involve making herself easier to handle. “I think that’s a therapy question for them. It»»»

Hungary’s current sunny and unusually warm autumn weather is about to change, with a frontal system bringing rain, showers and significantly cooler temperatures from Thursday. Rain and thunderstorms could arrive from Thursday According to Időkép, the high-pressure system currently keeping the weath»»»

A 20-year-old US Marine stationed at Futenma has been arrested in Okinawa on suspicion of killing and robbing a local woman, NHK reported. Police allege Devin Jacob Ballard killed 39-year-old Yagi Anna at a hotel in Naha and stole her wallet and other belongings. Investigators said she died from su»»»

UAE residents face rising fuel prices and flight uncertainties amid US-Iran standoff Airports and ports are operating a near-normal levels in the UAE, though under sustained pressure from the wider Gulf conflict, as airlines trim regional routes, shipping costs surge and households absorb higher bi»»»

Multiple security and vetting failures across Oman, the UAE, and Israel allowed a pilot previously deemed too radical to fly to reach the cockpit of a Tel Aviv-bound FlyDubai passenger jet and attack its captain, the Wall Street Journal reported on Sunday, citing sources. The near-disaster occurred»»»

From the Strait of Hormuz to Bab al-Mandab, an Iranian-directed pressure arc has targeted both the world's energy needs and Saudi Arabia's alternative routes. Its pipelines, airports and energy assets have all been targeted. The campaign—spearheaded by the Houthis in July in the south, followed by »»»

Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkiye agreed at an emergency meeting in Riyadh to move toward the practical implementation of collective defense commitments under the Mecca Alliance for Defense. The parties said they would provide agreed military forces and capabilities and ensure their rapid deployme»»»

President Donald Trump approved a firing-squad execution on Monday for Nidal Hasan, the US Army psychiatrist convicted of killing 13 people at Fort Hood in 2009. Hasan's execution will be the first carried out by the US military since 1961, with the date and location yet to be set by the Army. Pres»»»

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez on Monday called an early election for November 29, aiming to increase his parliamentary support after lawmakers last week rejected proposals to address a housing crisis that has drawn nationwide protests. Speaking with FRANCE 24's Mark Owen, Javier Carbonell, P»»»

US President Donald Trump used a campaign rally in Grand Island, Nebraska, to portray the US-Israeli military campaign against Iran as a global rescue mission while predicting that the conflict would soon end. “The Middle East and Israel and everybody, we’re saving the world from what could be one »»»

BA295 returns to Heathrow after rapid descent and emergency squawk Passengers on a British Airways flight from London to Chicago were forced to use oxygen masks after the aircraft experienced a pressurisation issue over Ireland, prompting pilots to make a rapid emergency descent and turn back to He»»»

Iran nominates sanctions-listed official for sensitive defense minister role Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has nominated Mehrdad Akhlaghi Ketabchi as defence minister, seeking to fill a post vacant since Aziz Nasirzadeh was killed in US-Israeli strikes in February. The nomination was sent to »»»

Three friends were killed and two injured when their car crashed during a late-night drive A birthday celebration ended in tragedy in central India after a car carrying five friends crashed into a culvert during a late-night drive, killing three of them and seriously injuring two others. The accide»»»

Motorists advised to follow safety measures amid foggy conditions in UAE Dubai Police urged motorists to take extra care on the roads on Tuesday morning, October 6, as fog formed and reduced visibility in several areas of the emirate. In posts on X, the force reminded drivers of the importance of s»»»

The Fidesz press chief said that what former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán had said on Saturday in the village of Páli was fully consistent with the press statement published by the party's executive board a week earlier. Bertalan Havasi reported that Viktor Orbán had participated on Saturday, as par»»»

Major Saudi entertainment events postponed or canceled for 2026 Saudi Arabia is set to cancel next year’s Joy Awards as the kingdom reviews spending priorities, Reuters reported, citing sources familiar with the matter. The star-studded awards ceremony, held each January in Riyadh, has become a maj»»»

Pickleball to makeup meetups: A new way to connect in Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi: When Elaine Bayona's mother left Abu Dhabi a few months ago, the city suddenly felt very quiet. Her father and sister had already returned back to the Philippines and Canada. "I was just like, I don't want to be alone," Elai»»»

Northern areas could see above-average rainfall in October and November Dubai: Temperatures across Oman are forecast to remain above seasonal averages through the final three months of 2026, while northern parts of the country could receive higher-than-average rainfall in October and November, acco»»»

King Salman orders move following request from Yemen’s Presidential Leadership Council Dubai: Saudi Arabia will begin procedures to regularise the status of all Yemeni nationals staying in the Kingdom illegally, following a directive from King Salman bin Abdulaziz, the Interior Ministry said. The d»»»

Heavy rain forecast for Mecca, Jazan, Asir and Al Baha as Civil Defence urges caution Dubai: Saudi Arabia’s Civil Defence has warned of continued thunderstorms across most regions of the Kingdom until Saturday, with moderate to heavy rain expected to trigger flash floods in several areas. The Gener»»»

Tristar forum champions seafarer mental health and industry collaboration Dubai: Safety at Sea, Tristar’s annual forum dedicated to seafarer wellbeing returns to Dubai on the 9th of November 2026. The forum provides a unique global platform, connecting seafarers live from aboard ships with governme»»»

Motorists urged to drive cautiously amid foggy conditions in Abu Dhabi Fog and reduced visibility affected parts of Abu Dhabi on Tuesday morning, and motorists were urged to take extra care on the roads. The National Centre of Meteorology issued a fog alert that remains in effect until 9am. Abu Dha»»»

Convective clouds may bring rain on Tuesday as winds raise dust in some areas Dubai: Rain could fall over parts of the UAE on Tuesday as convective clouds develop across eastern and southern areas, while temperatures are forecast to reach as high as 44°C, according to the National Centre of Meteoro»»»

Video showed the son disarming his father and breaking the wooden stick Ajman: An Ajman appellate court has upheld the acquittal of a 22-year-old Arab man accused of assaulting his 67-year-old father, ruling that surveillance footage showed he was acting to stop an ongoing attack rather than commit»»»

NAHARIYA, Israel: On Israel’s border with Lebanon where Hezbollah fired thousands of rockets and drones, previous backers of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu say they are rethinking how they will vote in the first election since the war. “Many I know were right-wing and were Bibi supporters, and t»»»

Poland and Romania have refused to help Kiev move millions of tons of grain – which got stuck in Ukraine following Vladimir Zelensky’s war on exports – into the EU, Politico reports, citing officials in Warsaw and Bucharest. Zelensky’s 40-day campaign resulted in Russia implementing a de facto bloc»»»

Low vaccination rates fuel Pennsylvania's alarming measles surge NEW YORK: Pennsylvania has surpassed 1,000 measles cases this year, state health officials said Monday, making it the largest state outbreak in more than three decades. The US is enduring its worst year for measles since 1991, with ne»»»

Quebec separatists eyed a return to power in Canada's majority French-speaking province Monday in an election that could test Prime Minister Mark Carney's message of national unity to confront the United States. Carney is popular in Quebec, and the possible success of the separatist Parti Quebecois»»»

Low vaccination rates fuel Pennsylvania's alarming measles surge NEW YORK: Pennsylvania has surpassed 1,000 measles cases this year, state health officials said Monday, making it the largest state outbreak in more than three decades. The U.S. is enduring its worst year for measles since 1991, with »»»

Executive Order enables cheaper diesel, bypassing US federal highway tax US President Donald Trump has signed an Executive Order late on Monday to immediately cut diesel costs by temporarily allowing highway use of tax-free "dyed diesel" and deferring the federal diesel tax on that fuel through the»»»

LOS ANGELES: The FBI arrested a California real estate agent as she prepared to fly to China, accusing her of secretly working for Beijing to surveil the president of Taiwan’s family in the US, federal officials said. The case comes at a fraught moment for US-China relations, with Taiwan persistent»»»

Putting people first is strengthening communities and creating long-term value The UAE’s most compelling investment story begins with a clear principle: create exceptional conditions for people to live, work, grow, innovate and belong, and economic value will follow. Across the country, this princi»»»

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Polish building-materials group Atlas has acquired a factory in Dębica from PPG Deco Polska, taking over production and warehouse infrastructure at the 27-hectare site. PPG is winding down operations there as it consolidates Polish production and distribution in Wrocław. Atlas owns the facility, bu»»»