In a market where many drivers perceive the choice as being between the minimum protection provided by MTPL (RCA) insurance and a comprehensive CASCO policy, Anytime is proposing a different approach. Instead of an “all-or-nothing” choice, the company is introducing a flexible offering with multipl»»»

Lège-Cap-Ferret, France: Luggage-clad residents and tourists fled a French peninsula by boat and the smell of smoke drifted into parts of Madrid on Friday as wildfires swept through parts of western Europe, triggering states of emergencies and calls for EU help. In France, fires raging near the cou»»»

Tokyo: A Swiss man died after losing consciousness hiking up Mount Fuji, authorities said on Friday, taking fatalities this climbing season on the scenic but potentially dangerous mountain to two. Rescuers separately managed to save a 99-year-old woman, however, after she was injured on the mountai»»»

CHOLPON ATA, Kyrgyzstan, (Sputnik) - Moscow prefers a political and diplomatic settlement of the Ukraine conflict, but it cannot do anything about it if the United States shares the assessments of European leaders and Ukraine that the agreements of the Anchorage summit are buried, Russian Foreign M»»»

The solution combines Bamboo Energy’s AI-powered optimization platform and Flexumers access to Romanian ancillary and balancing markets with Huawei’s advanced energy storage solution. The platform will dynamically manage energy storage and discharge based on real-time market needs. The project begi»»»

As UAE families prepare for the new school year, some parents are facing an additional expense before their children have returned to the classroom, which involves higher school transport fees. Also Read: New schools opening in the UAE for 2026/27: Full list, locations, and feesSome parents at GEMS»»»

A repeat inspection found no leaks of fuel, lubricants or oil from the tankers Kairos and Miriam B in Burgas Bay, the Burgas Regional Administration said Friday. The inspection followed reports that fuel oil had been detected near Pomorie and Burgas's Sarafovo borough, allegedly as a result of spil»»»

The Vazrazhdane political party issued a declaration concerning the restriction of the powers of Moldova’s Autonomous Territorial Unit of Gagauzia. MP Angel Georgiev said the declaration was prompted by developments in the Republic of Moldova that affect not only the country’s domestic political li»»»

Washington, July 24 (SANA) The United States on Friday imposed new tariffs on 60 trading partners over concerns related to forced labor, replacing temporary duties introduced earlier this year by President Donald Trump’s administration that have since expired.The new tariffs, which took effect on F»»»

BEIRUT: Lebanon hailed US President Donald Trump’s announcement that he ordered all American airlines to resume direct flights to Lebanon. He made the announcement earlier this week following a meeting with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun at the White House. The move carries political, economic and »»»

BAGHDAD: Iraq’s government spokesman said Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi carried an initiative to Tehran aimed at easing regional tensions, while Baghdad said it would not allow Iraqi territory to be used to threaten Iran. The remarks came during an official visit by al-Zaidi to Tehran, about a week a»»»

President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov met with the Foreign Ministers of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states today, July 24, in Cholpon-Ata, Issyk-Kul region. In his welcoming remarks, the head of state noted that Kyrgyzstan’s chairmanship is taking place during the anniversary»»»

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has attributed its continued lead in the E-Government and Mobile Government Services Maturity Index across the Middle East and North Africa region for the fourth consecutive year to five key factors, according to Abdulwahab Al-Baddah, official spokesperson for the Digital Gover»»»

Dubai: Dubai gold prices moved lower on Friday afternoon, giving jewellery buyers a cheaper entry point after 24-karat gold briefly climbed above Dh500 earlier this week. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The 24-karat variety stood at Dh485.25 per gram at noon, down Dh2.»»»

Dubai: The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has extended its safety advisory warning airlines against operating in the airspace over the UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait and parts of the Gulf of Oman until August 31, citing the continuing risk posed by military activity across the region. Si»»»

“This modernization project is part of our company’s strategy to constantly modernize and digitalize the electricity distribution network. Through such projects, we contribute to building an energy infrastructure with an increased degree of resilience and reliability, tailored to customers’ needs, »»»

The installed capacity of the CET 2 Holboca photovoltaic plant will be 9,801 kWp and includes the installation of over 13,000 photovoltaic panels of 750 Wp. The new photovoltaic park will generate an average production of electricity from renewable sources of 9,849 MWh/year and will occupy an area »»»

President Donald Trump is going ahead with new double-digit tariffs on dozens of U.S. trading partners just as the clock runs out Friday on stopgap levies he imposed after a stinging defeat at the Supreme Court. The United States will slap taxes of 10% to 12.5% on imports from 60 trading partners a»»»

According to data published this spring by Romanian recruitment platform eJobs, approximately 75% of Romanian employees feel increased financial pressure due to rising living costs, while 42.5% believe that a single source of income is no longer enough to maintain a decent standard of living. At th»»»

SANAA: Yemen's Minister of Oil and Minerals Dr. Mohammed Bamqaa affirmed the government's readiness to restore oil operations, noting that the previous suspension of oil exports disrupted government functions, delayed salary payments, and contributed to a decline in public services. In remarks to A»»»

BRUSSELS/DUBAI: Gulf and Arab countries have condemned the Houthi attack on a Saudi ship while it was sailing in the Red Sea, saying the act was a flagrant violation of international laws on the freedom of navigation and a direct threat to regional security and stability of the region. The Palestin»»»

Bishkekgaz informs that due to the reconnection of underground medium-pressure gas pipelines, gas supply will be temporarily suspended from July 24 to 28 in areas bordered by: Bishkekgaz apologizes for the inconvenience and asks consumers to switch to alternative energy sources during the outage. T»»»

The national football and volleyball teams of Kyrgyzstan have learned their opponents for the upcoming 20th Asian Games. The draw took place on July 23 in Nagoya, Japan. The Kyrgyz men’s football team will compete in Group A. In the group stage, the Kyrgyz team will face the national teams of Japan»»»

Fidesz and KDNP members of parliament have turned to the Constitutional Court (CC) over the 17th constitutional amendment, which, among other things, terminated the mandate of President of the Republic Tamás Sulyok, introduced a 12-year (or three-term) time limit on parliamentary mandates, and set »»»

Ukrainian forces have hit Wildberries warehouses in multiple Russian cities for several day. Ukraine's official line says the facilities were used to store dual-use goods: body armor, military uniforms, fiber optics. Plausible? Hardly ever.The very same items are freely sold on Amazon, Temu, AliExp»»»

A three-judge panel on Thursday rejected a motion seeking to halt Tennessee implementing a new congressional map ahead of next's months primary elections. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo July 24 (UPI) -- A federal court has allowed Tennessee to use a new congressional map that elimina»»»

Continue the Change (CC) MP Marin Tihomirov called from the parliamentary rostrum on Friday for assistance from the competent institutions regarding a case involving Roma homes in Stara Zagora. In a declaration to Parliament, he said that, as a member of the Human Rights Committee, he had been info»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Transport and Qatar Society of Engineers yesterday signed a memorandum of understanding to strengthen collaboration in R&D in smart transportation, studies, safety on roads, and relevant laws and legislation. The MoU will contribute to enhancing national talents’ expert»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Cultural Village Foundation – Katara has inaugurated the “Environment and Life” exhibition, showcasing more than 30 artworks that celebrate nature and promote environmental awareness through creative expression and recycled materials. Organised by Katara in collaboration with Seash»»»

Doha, Qatar: Aspetar, Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital, continues to strengthen its position as a global leader in orthopaedic and sports medicine through the success of its Surgery Department Observer Programme, which hosted 69 international observers over the past year. The programme attr»»»

DAMASCUS: Fearful of political and battlefield developments, former Assad-era officers, personnel and Syrian Hezbollah members who fled to Lebanon after the regime’s fall are searching for safer, more stable options. For some, returning to Syria is becoming “a viable choice.” “We go to sleep hearin»»»

ROCESTER: Lucas Herbert and Bryson DeChambeau picked up right where they left off at Royal Birkdale to sit first and second respectively after the opening round of LIV Golf UK on Thursday. Having finished tied sixth at the Open last weekend, Ripper GC star Herbert closed the day at the JCB Golf and»»»

A criminal case has been opened in Toktogul district of Jalal-Abad region over the illegal cultivation of plants containing narcotic substances. According to the regional police department’s press service, officers received operational information about a possible case of illegal cultivation and st»»»

At least three people were wounded after a Ukrainian drone attack sparked a fire at a warehouse belonging to Russian e-commerce giant Wildberries near Saint Petersburg early Friday, regional officials said. Kyiv has struck five Wildberries warehouses since July 18, killing eight night-shift workers»»»

More than 101,000 students are set to begin higher education at Hungarian universities this September, including a significant number from abroad. We have gathered the key points newly admitted students need to watch, the most popular universities and courses, and what the new government is promisi»»»

Doha, Qatar: The British Chamber of Commerce Qatar (BCCQ) welcomed almost 100 members and guests to B-Lounge, The Ritz-Carlton Doha, for its annual Summer Sundowners, reaffirming the Chamber’s commitment to strengthening business relationships and supporting collaboration across the UK-Qatar busine»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Chedi Katara Hotel & Resort has announced the appointment of Abbass Al Souki (pictured) to lead The Chedi Katara Hotel & Resort. Al Souki brings a proven track record of operational excellence, inspiring leadership, and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences. “We lo»»»

Asen Simeonov, the stepfather accused in the abduction of 11-year-old Natalia, faces a prison sentence of between 10 and 20 years or life imprisonment if convicted on the most serious charge against him. Prosecutors also say part or all of his property could be confiscated. The information was conf»»»

Parliament will vote on terminating the powers of the Chair of the Committee for Disclosing the Documents and Announcing Affiliation of Bulgarian Citizens to the State Security and intelligence Services of the Bulgarian National Army (secret police files committee), based on a request submitted by »»»

The Russian Armed Forces continued carrying out coordinated strikes on Ukrainian military infrastructure, using high-precision air-launched weapons and attack drones, Russia’s Ministry of Defense reports. The strikes resulted in the following:At the port of Odessa, Russian troops destroyed fuel and»»»

Nigeria’s Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals has completed a $2.5bn private placement, bringing external investors into its shareholder base for the first time as it seeks funding for expansion and future growth. The company said in a statement circulated on July 23 that it had issued an»»»

Doha, Qatar: As part of its 2026 summer activities, Al Arabi Sports Club organised a major health awareness lecture titled, “Hydrate Your Body” in collaboration with the Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC), reinforcing its commitment to promoting healthy lifestyles among young people. The educat»»»

The trial of former Uzbekneftegaz chairman Bahodir Siddiqov deepens scrutiny of state energy contracting as Bakhtiyor Fazylov’s once-dominant business empire continues to unravel. WHAT: Siddiqov and eight others, including representatives of Enter Engineering and Eriell Management, face charges inc»»»

Bahrain activated its sirens early Friday, warning residents to shelter from detected fire hours after the U.S. military said it had wrapped up its 13th night of strikes against Iran. The Gulf states have come under frequent fire over the past week as the U.S. and Iran exchange escalating strikes i»»»

Chief of Staff of the Qatari Armed Forces H E Major General (Pilot) Jassim bin Mohammed Al-Mannai met H E Javier Colomina, the Special Representative of the NATO Secretary General for the Southern Neighborhood, and the accompanying delegation, during his visit to Qatar. During the meeting, the late»»»

Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Maldives H E Iruthisham Adam met with Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the Republic of the Maldives H E Hamad bin Mohammed Al Dosari. During the meeting, cooperation relations between the two countries were reviewed.»»»

Lebanon’s Ministry of Public Health on Friday condemned renewed and unjustified Israeli attack targeting medical personnel in southern Lebanon, after an ambulance was hit in Nabatieh Al-Fawqa a day earlier, wounding two paramedics. In a statement, the ministry said the strike directly targeted “an »»»

DUBAI: The UK government has voiced alarm over worsening food insecurity in Gaza after the latest report by the UN-backed Integrated Food Security Phase Classification warned that conditions are expected to deteriorate further. In a statement on Thursday, a spokesperson for the UK’s Foreign, Common»»»

Kozo Okamoto, the Japanese militant who took part in a deadly attack on Tel Aviv's airport more than five decades ago, died Thursday in Beirut, the Palestinian group that had been protecting him said. He was 78. The Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine, a faction that is the second-largest»»»

The IAEA has issued a response to the murder of Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant chief engineer Alexander Yakovlev, but without targeted criticism or naming those responsible, Rosatom chief Alexei Likhachev said. "We will persistently raise these issues with the IAEA, inform our partners, and all of »»»