MOSCOW, (Sputnik) - In October, the Russian Armed Forces struck five Ukrainian data centers used to support the Ukrainian force, according to Sputnik's calculations based on reports from the Russian Defense Ministry. Data reviewed by the agency indicates that between October 1 and October 31, the R»»»

ATLANTA: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Saturday that Washington was not directly involved in Flavio Bolsonaro’s arrangements to leave Brazil after his election loss. President Donald Trump said that Bolsonaro could, however, stay in the United States “as long as he wants.” Bolsonaro, who l»»»

Share your Dubai Ride moments with Gulf News. Send us your photos, videos from the event Dubai Ride 2026 is under way, with thousands of cyclists taking to the streets as Sheikh Zayed Road swaps cars for bicycles for this year's edition of the popular community event. Held as part of the opening we»»»

Thousands of cyclists take over Sheikh Zayed Road as Dubai Ride 2026 gets under way»»»

PALM ‌BEACH, Florida: President Donald Trump said on Saturday it was “unacceptable” for one of his former lawyers, Alina Habba Mildon, to ​secure a $50 million contract for herself while working at the US Department of Justice. “I thought it was totally obnoxious and outrageous, and it’s not accept»»»

DHAKA, Nov 1: Bangladesh will set ‌up a wage board on Sunday to review garment workers’ pay after protests shut dozens of factories and triggered clashes with police, putting fresh strain on the country’s key export industry. Workers in the South Asian nation are demanding a minimum monthly wage of»»»

The Trump administration’s online accounts are circulating images of a pumpkin carved with a somberro design and a fake Halloween-themed background around a Black man apparently accused of food assistance fraud, in social media posts slammed by critics as inflammatory rhetoric. Only days before the»»»

Rain-bearing clouds could form in eastern and northern areas as gusts reach 50 km/h today Abu Dhabi: The UAE could see rainfall in eastern and northern areas on Sunday, November 1, as convective clouds develop, while strong winds may stir up dust and fog is expected in some areas overnight and earl»»»

Share your Dubai Ride moments with Gulf News. Send us your photos, videos from the event Dubai Ride 2026 is set to get under way shortly, with thousands of cyclists expected to take to the streets as Sheikh Zayed Road swaps cars for bicycles during the this year's edition of the popular community e»»»

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump said on Saturday that the United States has knocked out much of Iran’s military but it still has to “take care of” one or two targets including a suspected nuclear site known as Pickaxe Mountain. Trump maintained that negotiations with Iran to end the war that the»»»

New study challenges century-old theory that comets delivered life’s building blocks Dubai: For more than a century, scientists have explored the possibility that life on Earth began with chemical ingredients delivered by comets from outer space. But a new study suggests those icy visitors may have»»»

Washington, United States: Dispensing misleading voter information, misidentifying candidates, and regurgitating Russian propaganda, AI chatbots are sowing information chaos ahead of the US midterm elections, researchers say. The November 3 vote marks the first federal election in which millions of»»»

True value comes from integrity, contribution and the positive impact we make on others In a professional world that often measures success through designations, promotions and recognition, it is easy to confuse career progression with professional value. We celebrate the person who moves up the la»»»

LA PAZ: Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz declared a state of emergency Saturday to free up resources for dealing with the impact of the El Nino weather phenomenon, wreaking havoc around the world. The decree also calls for deploying more rescue teams in hard-hit areas as Bolivia grapples with both fl»»»

First-time buyers and brides want bold looks, but solid gold still wins for heirlooms Dubai: Jennifer Lopez has worn Jennifer Fisher’s Hollow Kate hoops at least five times since 2017. In India, Alia Bhatt has been photographed in chunky gold hoops, and Kareena Kapoor Khan pairs chunky gold bangles»»»

MANAMA: Syria considers the security and stability of Gulf states an integral part of its own national security and will not remain on the sidelines in the face of aggression against its neighbors, Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan Al-Shaibani said on Saturday. In an interview with Asharq News on the s»»»

Share: Her newest sculpture, honoring Mamie “Peanut” Johnson, brings beauty, history and a powerful story of human achievement to a transformed Washington intersection. By: Ya Libnan A city’s beauty comes from more than its architecture, parks and grand avenues. It also comes from the stories it ch»»»

Police and protesters clashed Saturday in Germany, where tens of thousands of young people took to the streets, inspired by similar movements in other European countries. At the call of a collective called "GenZ regelt!" ("Gen Z has got this!"), protesters formed marches across the country to »»»

Iran welcomes US shift as mediators intensify efforts to avert renewed strikes Dubai: After a week dominated by warnings of imminent US-Israeli strikes on Iran, Tehran has signalled an unexpected shift in the diplomatic atmosphere, acknowledging a major change in Washington’s approach as intensive »»»

Aviation enthusiast Arun Rajagopal recreates the experience of flying in his living room The welcome begins with a scented towel, personally handed over by the host. Soft airline boarding music plays in the background. Plush leather seats, aircraft-style windows, an entertainment screen and careful»»»

RIYADH: Traditional Saudi performances, poetry readings and culinary exchanges are drawing strong public interest at the 29th Algiers International Book Fair, where Saudi Arabia is participating as guest of honor, according to reports by the Saudi Press Agency (SPA). A centerpiece of the Kingdom’s »»»

France is bracing for a third consecutive weekend of protests, with around 70,000 security personnel deployed to prevent a repeat of the violence seen on October 17. Shops have boarded up their premises as authorities warn of further clashes, with Halloween celebrations adding to security concerns »»»

NEW YORK: The theft of billions of dollars from Binance within a matter of minutes, the biggest crypto heist in history, was orchestrated by North Korean hackers, the FBI said Saturday. The bureau said in a statement that this week’s attack was tied to “malicious cyber activity” by an entity known »»»

MAKKAH: For centuries, flocks of pigeons have swept across the skies, courtyards and rooftops of Makkah, becoming an enduring part of the holy city's landscape and a familiar sight for generations of residents, pilgrims and visitors. Known locally as Hamam Al-Hima (Pigeons of the Sanctuary) and Ham»»»

QNA Doha The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) has announced the launch of the “Youth Hackathon for Justice and Innovation” programme, bridging the gap between AI and the modern rule of law. It’s a first-of-its-kind initiative organised in partnership with the United Nations Institute for Training and Rese»»»

Tribune News Network Doha The Qatari Businesswomen Association (QBWA) has strengthened its international partnerships and efforts to promote women’s participation in investment and entrepreneurship through its involvement in the ninth UNCTAD World Investment Forum 2026, held in Doha from October 25»»»

Ashraf Siddiqui Doha Pakistan and Qatar are strengthening economic partnership through a joint task force focusing on expanding bilateral trade, attracting investment and exploring opportunities in international markets, Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan has said. Speaking exc»»»

Tribune News Network Lusail Qatar’s Nasser Saleh Al Attiyah and his French navigator Max Delfino confirmed their respective FIA Middle East Baja Cup titles with outright victory in the 2026 Qatar International Baja across the southern deserts on Saturday. Al Attiyah headed into the final day aiming»»»

Tribune News Network Doha The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH), in collaboration with the Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC), Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC), Sidra Medicine and the Qatar Cancer Society (QCS), has intensified nationwide efforts to raise breast cancer awareness and highlight the»»»

QNA Doha The Ministry of Endowments (Awqaf) and Islamic Affairs, through its General Directorate of Endowments, said more than 34,000 students benefit from Quranic centres and schools supported by the Al-Utrujah Endowment across the country, with more than 1,500 male and female teachers serving stu»»»

Darlene Regis Two students from Qatar-based schools have secured top honours at the World Scholar’s Cup Dubai Mini Global Round 2026, earning first place in the Junior Scholar Division and qualifying for the prestigious Tournament of Champions at Yale University. Filipino scholar James Caden Ayen o»»»

Darlene Regis Filipino student Alijah Gabrielle Abrenica has earned the distinction of being the sole recipient of the prestigious International Schools Partnership (ISP) Tomorrow’s Leaders Scholarship, recognising his outstanding achievements in academics, leadership, debate and community involvem»»»

Darlene Regis Filipino siblings Kayra Demirkol, 14, and Kerim Demirkol, 17, have made their mark in the Philippines’ first-ever 20-kilometre ultramarathon open-water swim, securing impressive podium finishes in the historic competition. Held on October 4 in Caramoan, Camarines Sur, the inaugural 20»»»

When people hear the term “sustainability,” the immediate association is often environmental conservation. But for four Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q) students, an international summer learning experience led to abroader and far more human-centred definition. CMU-Q is a Qatar Foundatio»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Qatari short film SANAD, directed by Noor Al-Nasr, has achieved international recognition with 25 awards celebrating its direction, screenplay, and storytelling across 50 international film festivals. Notable achievements include Best Short Film at the London Independent F»»»

Ashraf Siddiqui Doha Qatar and Uzbekistan have reaffirmed commitment to strengthening cultural and intellectual cooperation, highlighting their shared Islamic heritage and the role of cultural institutions in preserving the legacy of Islamic civilisation. The importance of these historical and spir»»»

Tribune News Network Doha The Community College of Qatar (CCQ) has outlined the latest developments in its digital transformation at a press briefing attended by Omer Alyafey, manager of Public Relations and Institutional Communication, and Maryam Al Sahlawi, manager of Admission and Registration. »»»

Tribune News Network Doha Under the patronage of Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Qatar Cancer Society, H.E. Sheikh Dr. Khalid bin Jabor Al Thani, and as part of the Pink October breast cancer awareness activities, the “Hour and Hour” Programme organised the fifth edition of the “Bridges o»»»

QNA Seoul Qatar participated in Global Green Growth Week 2026 organised by the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) in Seoul, Republic of Korea. The event brought together officials, experts, and representatives from countries and international organisations working on environmental issues and sust»»»

QNA Doha The 31st Founder Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed bin Thani Holy Quran Competition began on Saturday with the launch of its Quran categories division for Qatari men and women, drawing 1,073 contestants vying for top honours across five levels of Quran memorisation. The competition is organised b»»»

FRANKFURT/BERLIN: Hooded rioters looted stores in Frankfurt late on Saturday after tens of thousands of demonstrators ​took to the streets across Germany’s biggest cities to demand better education and lower living costs. The protests followed a wave of Gen Z-led demonstrations across Europe this y»»»

CHERNIHIV REGION, Ukraine: Residents of Russian-occupied Oleshky crossed into Ukrainian-held territory Saturday in a major evacuation operation carried out under the most significant truce since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine 4½ years ago. Evacuees wrapped in blue and yellow Ukrainian flag»»»

TEL AVIV: Hundreds of Israelis took to the streets on Saturday to urge the opposition to ally with Arab parties to oust Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who has gone on the offensive against the minority group’s leaders. Arab-majority parties made major gains in Tuesday’s election, fueled by ange»»»

Twenty-one candidates for six seats on the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) presented their priorities to the General Assembly of Judges in Sofia on Saturday ahead of the November 7 election. The assembly elected two co-chairs and an election commission with nine full members and seven alternates, an»»»

DUBAI/ATLANTA: Iranian negotiators held talks in Doha with Qatari mediators on Saturday to discuss paths out of war in the Gulf, a source who was briefed on the negotiations told Reuters, as diplomats try to avert new fighting after the US midterm elections this week. US Secretary of State Marco Ru»»»

Krasimir Mazgalov, a judge at the Sofia City Court and a candidate for membership of the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) from the judges’ professional quota, said he had repeatedly criticised actions and inaction on the part of the SJC. However, he believes criticism should not be an end in itself, »»»

Tunis, Oct. 31 (TAP) - Tunisia is participating with a dedicated pavilion in the 36th edition of the International Tourism and Travel Show (SITV), held at the Palais des congrès de Montreal in Canada from October 30 to November 1, 2026.The...»»»

Evacuees from Oleshky crossed into Ukrainian-held territory Saturday in a major rescue operation after travelling through Belarus during a rare truce brokered by US First Lady Melania Trump. The city of Oleshky has been under Russian occupation since 2022 and was caught in intense fighting tha»»»

Manama, Oct. 31 (SANA) Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani met with an Airbus delegation headed by Thierry Cloutet, Vice President for Regional Business Development, on the sidelines of the Manama Dialogue 2026 conference in the Kingdom of Bahrain. Earlier on Saturd»»»

ATLANTA: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan held talks with his counterparts from Germany, Japan, France and Brazil on the sidelines of the G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Atlanta on Saturday, discussing bilateral relations and regional developments, particularly threats to maritime »»»