Dubai: In response to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, Aster Volunteers, in collaboration with the Emirates Red Crescent (ERC), is dispatching 20,000 food ration kits to provide critical relief. This initiative, valued at Dh 2.5 million, aims to support a minimum of 60,000 people across two shipmen»»»

VENICE: The director of a new film about a five-year-old girl killed by Israeli forces in Gaza told the Venice Film Festival Wednesday she wanted to give “a voice and a face” to victims. “We’ve seen that the narrative all around the world is that those dying in Gaza are collateral damage, in the me»»»

RIYADH: Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary-General Jassim Mohammed Al-Budaiwi on Wednesday condemned statements by an Israeli minister calling for the expansion of settlements and the annexation of the occupied West Bank. Israel’s far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said that maps wer»»»

VENICE: The director of a new film about a five-year-old girl killed by Israeli forces in Gaza told the Venice Film Festival Wednesday she wanted to give “a voice and a face” to victims. “We’ve seen that the narrative all around the world is that those dying in Gaza are collateral damage, in the me»»»

RIYADH: Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary-General Jassim Mohammed Al-Budaiwi on Wednesday condemned statements by an Israeli minister calling for the expansion of settlements and the annexation of the occupied West Bank. Israel’s far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said that maps wer»»»

Bulgaria’s Socialist Party (BSP) leader and Deputy Prime Minister Atanas Zafirov was seen shaking hands with Chinese President Xi Jinping during commemorations in Beijing, an appearance widely covered by China’s state broadcaster CCTV-1. Footage showed Zafirov among the foreign political representa»»»

35-year-old Hristina, who had been critically injured in an ATV accident in Sunny Beach, has passed away, according to an official statement from the University Hospital-Burgas press center. She had been in a state of brain death in the intensive care unit for nearly three weeks, with her heart sus»»»

RIYADH: Dr. Abdullah Al-Rabeeah, supervisor general of the Saudi aid agency KSrelief, met with Kyrgyz Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Ulukbek Maripov in Riyadh, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Wednesday. The two officials discussed issues of mutual interest related to humanitarian and relief affairs,»»»

Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrived in Riyadh on Wednesday.Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman welcomed him upon his arrival at King Khalid International Airport.During the friendly visit to Saudi Arabia, Shei»»»

Energy Minister of Kyrgyzstan Taalaibek Ibraev met with the head of China National Electric Engineering Co., LTD Yang Wenhuang in China. Following the talks, an additional agreement on the modernization of the Uch-Kurgan hydroelectric power plant was signed, the Ministry of Energy of the Kyrgyz Rep»»»

The construction of a new mausoleum on the graves of Alimbek Datka and Kurmanjan Datka has begun in Osh city. The press service of the City Hall reported. Today, Osh Mayor Zhenishbek Toktorbaev visited the graves of Alimbek Datka and Kurmanjan Datka at Sary-Mazar cemetery. He met with representativ»»»

A 27-year-old man has reportedly confessed to carrying out a murder on the orders of a jailed mobster last month for a 15,000 euro payout. The shooting took place on August 18 in downtown Athens’ Agios Panteleimonas district and the victim was a man aged 47. State broadcaster ERT said the suspect h»»»

Deputy Foreign Minister Nikolay Pavlov accepted copies of the letters of credence of Montenegro's newly appointed Ambassador to Bulgaria, Dorde Jankovic, the Foreign Ministry said on Wednesday. The talks focused on the excellent bilateral relations between the two countries, characterized by freque»»»

DAMASCUS: Israeli forces seized seven people during an incursion into Syria on Wednesday, Syrian state media reported, with the Israeli military saying it “apprehended” individuals “suspected of terrorist activity.” Since the fall of longtime Syrian ruler Bashar Assad in December, Israel has carrie»»»

DAMASCUS: Israeli forces seized seven people during an incursion into Syria on Wednesday, Syrian state media reported, with the Israeli military saying it “apprehended” individuals “suspected of terrorist activity.” Since the fall of longtime Syrian ruler Bashar Assad in December, Israel has carrie»»»

JAKARTA: Hundreds of Indonesian women, dressed in symbolic pink and black, and carrying brooms, rallied in Jakarta on Wednesday to demand sweeping reforms in the country’s security forces after a violent crackdown on nationwide protests. At least 10 people have been killed, over a thousand injured,»»»

RIYADH: Dr. Abdullah Al-Rabeeah, supervisor-general of the Saudi aid agency KSrelief, met with Kyrgyz Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Ulukbek Maripov in Riyadh, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Wednesday. The two officials discussed issues of mutual interest related to humanitarian and relief affairs,»»»

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s government provided Rs21.9 million [$77,600] in legal and financial assistance to its overseas nationals in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the UAE during the first quarter of 2025, state-run media reported on Wednesday. The state-run Associated Press of Pakistan (APP) said th»»»

Dubai: As thousands in the UAE get ready to fly over the public holiday, new research shows travellers are rethinking what loyalty means. According to Priority Pass: 80% of people in the UAE pick a card because of its rewards. 62% say they’d switch providers if travel perks disappeared. 74% stay lo»»»

Turkey’s consumer price index (CPI) inflation officially stood at 32.95% y/y in August versus 33.52% y/y in July and 44% y/y at end-2024, the Turkish Statistical Institute (TUIK, or TurkStat) said on September 3. It is not advisable to plan, price or draw inferences based on TUIK data. There is wid»»»

Lisa Cook's attorney, Abbe Lowell, denied that she ever committed mortgage fraud in a court filing on Tuesday. Photo by Jim Lo Scalzo/EPA Sept. 3 (UPI) -- Attorneys for Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook denied claims of wrongdoing made by the Trump administration as she seeks to block President Do»»»

The Council of Ministers has approved Bulgaria's positions and the composition of the Bulgarian delegation to the 80th session of the UN General Assembly, the Government Information Service said on Wednesday. Led by Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov, the delegation will include Foreign Minister Georg»»»

By Staff, Agencies Rescue efforts continue in the western Sudanese village of Tarseen after an armed group that controls the area appealed for foreign help in recovering bodies and rescuing residents from torrential rain that wiped the village. A video by the Sudan Liberation Movement Army showed t»»»

JAKARTA: Hundreds of Indonesian women, dressed in symbolic pink and black, and carrying brooms, rallied in Jakarta on Wednesday to demand sweeping reforms in the country’s security forces after a violent crackdown on nationwide protests. At least 10 people have been killed, over a thousand injured,»»»

Doha, Qatar: This weekend in Doha, the spotlight is on art and exhibitions, with a variety of events taking place across the city. But don’t worry if that’s not your scene—there’s something for everyone, including a hands-on workshop, a lively music night, and even a cosplay event! Happy Weekend! M»»»

Dara-i-nur, Afghanistan: Families huddled hungry and homeless days after a deadly earthquake hit eastern Afghanistan, not daring to set foot in the few remaining buildings for fear an aftershock could bring them down. The initial powerful 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck remote regions along the bor»»»

Doha: M7, Qatar's epicentre for innovation in fashion, design, and technology, proudly announces The Global Edit, a groundbreaking initiative designed to equip worldwide designers with the expertise, resources, and market access necessary to thrive in the global fashion industry. The Global Edit is»»»

GENEVA: At least 21,000 children in Gaza have been disabled since the war between Israel and Hamas began on October 7, 2023, a United Nations committee said Wednesday. Around 40,500 children have suffered “new war-related injuries” in the nearly two years since the war erupted, with more than half »»»

GENEVA: At least 21,000 children in Gaza have been disabled since the war between Israel and Hamas began on October 7, 2023, a United Nations committee said Wednesday. Around 40,500 children have suffered “new war-related injuries” in the nearly two years since the war erupted, with more than half »»»

New average driving speed rules will come into effect on September 6, with 22 sections covering parts of all motorways and key routes with a high concentration of road accidents, said Oleg Asenov, Director of the National Toll Administration, at a briefing at the Council of Ministers in connection »»»

By Staff, Agencies The "Israeli" military is reportedly grappling to find enough reserve forces for a planned invasion to occupy Gaza City, with hundreds of reservists warning not to report for duty as the “crisis of trust” deepens between the occupation army and the "Tel Aviv" entity. "Israeli" me»»»

RIYADH: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrived in Riyadh today on a fraternal visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, welcomed Sheikh Mohamed and the accompanyi»»»

DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip: Protesters took to Israel’s streets for what they called a “day of disruption” on Wednesday, denouncing the call-up of tens of thousands of reservists for an offensive that has drawn global condemnation and fueled fears in Israel it could endanger hostages still held in G»»»

ABU DHABI: The Abu Dhabi Jiu-Jitsu Pro has announced that it is ready to host the 7th AJP Tour Asia Continental Jiu-Jitsu Championship from Sept. 5 to 7 at Mubadala Arena in the capital. The championship grants participants 1,400 ranking points within the system. It is expected to attract 2,000 eli»»»

DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip: Protesters took to Israel’s streets for what they called a “day of disruption” on Wednesday, denouncing the call-up of tens of thousands of reservists for an offensive that has drawn global condemnation and fueled fears in Israel it could endanger hostages still held in G»»»

Riyadh: “Lomi Hasawi,” an exhibition dedicated to the lime fruit of Saudi Arabia’s Al-Ahsa region, attracted crowds of visitors, businessmen, and officials from the Kingdom and other Gulf countries. The exhibition aims to present limes from Al-Ahsa — one of the governorate’s key agricultural produc»»»

Dubai: flydubai has opened applications for its Aircraft Maintenance and Engineering Apprenticeship, giving Emirati high school graduates a pathway to start careers in aviation. The fully sponsored, four-year programme is part of the airline’s UAE National Development initiatives. It combines class»»»

Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Ministry of Commerce announced the recall of 499 Infiniti QX55/QX50 vehicles and 112 Nissan Altima vehicles, model years 2018-2022. The recall decision was attributed to a defect in the engine bearings that can damage the engine and cause loss of propulsion while d»»»

Dubai: Saudi security authorities played a central role in helping Lebanon foil an attempt to smuggle 125 kilograms of cocaine into the country, officials said Tuesday, in a case highlighting deepening regional cooperation against transnational crime. Brig. Gen. Talal bin Abdul Mohsen bin Shalhoub,»»»

BEIJING - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said on Wednesday he had held many important bilateral meetings in Beijing with more than ten world leaders, as well as with major Chinese companies interested in investing in Serbia, including VTOL aircraft maker XPeng AEROHT, and announced that flying »»»

The Coast Guard said an incident involving Turkish and Greek fishing boats on Tuesday night took place in international waters and not within, as reported earlier on Wednesday. “According to data of the competent Directorate of Fisheries Control, the Turkish vessels remained in international waters»»»

The co-leaders of Yes, Bulgaria Ivaylo Mirchev and Bozhidar Bozhanov announced Wednesday the launch of a long-term resistance plan to confront the "captured state" and offer a democratic alternative. "We intend to put the country on new tracks in the coming months and years, and to show that Bulgar»»»

Dubai: Two groups of Indian colleagues have each won $1 million each in the latest Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire draw held on Wednesday at Concourse A of Dubai International Airport. Ettiyanikkal Pailybabu, a 56-year-old Indian national based in Dubai, became a $1 million winner in Millenn»»»

ALGIERS- Several African officials and continental figures arrived at the Houari-Boumedien International Airport to attend the 4th Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF 2025), scheduled to take place in Algiers from 4 to 10 September. For subscribers only, Please Login to your account»»»

Dubai: As summer's last light fades in the Northern Hemisphere, the night sky prepares for a captivating finale: the full Corn Moon. This stunning spectacle will illuminate the night on Sunday, September 7, 2025. While skywatchers across North America will enjoy the moon's golden brilliance, a more»»»

Dubai: Saudi Arabia’s municipal authorities have closed 231 businesses in Riyadh’s Manfouha neighbourhood following a sweeping inspection campaign that uncovered widespread health and safety violations, the Riyadh Region Municipality said. The raids, carried out with the support of security forces »»»

Singapore: Singapore will order Meta to crack down on scammers pretending to be government officials, a type of fraud that has boomed in the city-state and cost victims tens of millions of dollars, authorities said Wednesday. Meta's Facebook is the top platform fraudsters use to carry out the scams»»»

Slovakia’s Prime Minister Robert Fico is once again in the spotlight for his closeness to Moscow. Yesterday, Tuesday, he met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Beijing where the Russian leader praised him for pursuing what he called an independent foreign policy. But what does this so-called “inde»»»

DUBAI: Iconic Canadian singer Bryan Adams, who is also known for his photographic art, is now marking his first-ever exhibition in the Middle East with “#SHOTBYADAMS” at Dubai’s JD Malat Gallery. Born to English parents, the Canadian artist spent his youth traveling across Europe and the Middle Eas»»»

On Wednesday, Bulgaria’s National Assembly voted down a proposal by the "Greatness" party to hold a national referendum on whether the Bulgarian lev should remain the sole official currency until 2043. The motion failed with 65 votes in favor, 110 against, and 28 abstentions. Support came from "Gre»»»