Potential uranium resource found in Camarines Norte as nuclear power plans Manila: Filipino scientists successfully concentrated uranium from mineral samples, a university has reported in a scientific journal. The latest research has identified uranium-bearing minerals in surface samples in Larap i»»»

Homes evacuated as bomb squad inspects trucks by US-run RAF Fairford base London: UK police said Sunday that five men arrested in the middle of the night near an air base used by the United States during its war against Iran are being held on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act that appeared to »»»

Thiruvananthapuram: India's Virat Kohli on Sunday went past 15,000 one-day international runs and became only the second batter after cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar to achieve the feat. The 37-year-old Kohli reached the milestone with a boundary in the opening ODI against the West Indies in Thiruvan»»»

Tehran is prepared for a renewed conflict with the US while still leaving the door open for diplomacy after President Donald Trump rejected an Iranian proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said. Iran’s proposal included:Reopening the Strait of Hormuz withi»»»

Fairford, United Kingdom: British counter-terrorism police were Sunday probing "a major" incident near a base used by the US air force after arresting five men on suspicion of "preparing a terrorist act", police said. Armed officers detained the group in the early hours after a call to emergency se»»»

Digital tours and 24/7 access redefine visitor experience at Abu Dhabi landmark The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre marked World Tourism Day (WTD), observed annually on 27th September, by organising special cultural tours led by the Centre's cultural tour specialists. The tours highlighted the mos»»»

Doha: Horse racing enthusiasts around the world are turning their attention to the French capital, Paris, which is preparing to host the 105th edition of the Qatar Arc of Victory Grand Prix at the beginning of October at the Paris Longo, with the participation of a selection of the best horses and »»»

Poland could pay up to 17 billion zloty ($4.4 billion)to house a permanent US military base on its territory, the presidential National Security Bureau (BBN) has said. The project, which is currently being discussed with Washington, involves a facility that could house 5,000 troops, the agency told»»»

At least 27 people were killed in separate mass shootings in Cape Town and Johannesburg, police said Sunday. No suspects have been arrested in either shooting, and the motives for the attacks remain unknown. Gunmen killed at least 27 people in two mass shootings in South Africa's two main»»»

Tartous, Sept. 27 (SANA) Syria has begun transporting imported gasoline to Iraq through its Baniyas oil terminal under a renewable three-month agreement, with plans to increase traffic to about 200 tanker trucks a day, the Syrian Petroleum Company said Sunday. The first batch of 57 trucks began mov»»»

42-year-old Kerala native found dead in Muscat days after returning from India Dubai: A 42-year-old Indian medical representative has been found dead at his residence in Oman, just days after returning to the country following a holiday in India, local media reported. The deceased was identified as»»»

Doha: President of the Qatar Basketball Federation (QBF) Mohammed bin Saad Al Mughaisib praised Qatar's 3x3 national basketball team for securing silver at the 20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026, marking its second consecutive runner-up finish in the event. Speaking while receiving the team delegat»»»

TUNIS, Sept. 27, 2026 (TAP) - The Chahed Observatory for Election Monitoring and Support for Democratic Transitions indicated that the recall vote for a member of the local council of the Tamaghza delegation, representing the Imada constituency of...»»»

New bridges, road upgrades and junction improvements in the city In any city, the value of transit infrastructure is often measured in minutes.... A quicker route to work, a more reliable school run or an easier journey across town can shape daily routines in ways that people notice immediately. Ac»»»

Doha: The open camel foal races were held today as part of the second day of the second local race for purebred Arabian camels for the 2026-2027 season, organized by the Camel Racing Committee and continuing until October 7, amid significant participation from enthusiasts of this heritage sport. Th»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli Strikes, Shelling, and Bombings Target Southern Lebanon Towns 27-09-2026 15:30 PM Smoke risese after an Israeli strike on Jabal Al-»»»

More than 400 installations have appeared at over 130 locations The artwork that stayed with Abu Dhabi resident Ahmed Jamal was not found in a gallery. It appeared across a bus shelter, where astronauts and images of space transformed an ordinary wait into something memorable. He recalls how moment»»»

Berlin: Ethiopia's Tigst Assefa narrowly missed out on breaking the women's world record at the Berlin Marathon on Sunday, battling through injury to cross the finish line after being on record pace for much of the race. Assefa was on track to break the record and accelerated in the final 10 kilome»»»

New panda pair revives decades-long China–US wildlife cooperation Two giant pandas sent by China arrived in the United States on Sunday, Beijing's state media said, after a leaders' summit that was heavy on symbolism and light on major breakthroughs. The pandas' transfer had already been agreed but»»»

Abu Dhabi Congress spotlights UAE’s expanding web of treaties and judicial partnerships Abdullah Sultan bin Awad Al Nuaimi, Minister of Justice and Chairman of the Federal Judicial Council, affirmed that the UAE has established an integrated framework for international judicial cooperation to preve»»»

The United States has urged Bulgaria to purchase billions of dollars’ worth of American liquefied natural gas through a specific Greek company, according to an investigation by The Wall Street Journal into US Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle’s meetings in Sofia. Guilfoyle traveled to Bulgari»»»

Presidential candidate Andrey Gurov, nominated by an initiative committee for the October 25 election, began his campaign tour in Vratsa on Sunday. At a meeting with supporters, he said Bulgaria needs a president who defends citizens’ interests and brings the country’s main problems to the centre o»»»

Vazrazhdane leader and presidential candidate Kostadin Kostadinov visited Shumen on Sunday, where he laid flowers at the Monument to Shumen Residents Who Died in the Wars in Crystal Square and spoke with citizens at the party’s campaign stand on Slavyanski Boulevard. The publication Bulgaria 1400 –»»»

London: The British police announced the arrest of several individuals near the Royal Air Force base in Fairford, Gloucestershire, in southwest England, which is used by the United States, on suspicion of committing offenses under the Explosives Act. Houses in the nearby village of Wilford were eva»»»

UAE and Gulf Pakistanis get major share of Rs16 billion reward scheme Send money to Pakistan, win up to Dh1.32 million Explained: How Pakistan expats can win Dh1.32m on remittances Dubai: Pakistanis in the UAE and other Gulf countries who regularly send money home through banks now have a chance to»»»

The Investment Promotion Agency announced a partnership with Brain Co, a company specializing in applied artificial intelligence solutions, based in Silicon Valley, to support digital transformation efforts in the State of Qatar and accelerate the adoption of artificial intelligence technologies ac»»»

Nagoya, Japan: Asian Games organisers in Japan said Sunday they had been caught off guard by complaints about some of the accommodation and promised athletes coming for the final week a more comfortable stay. In a break from previous Games, organisers in Aichi-Nagoya did not construct a traditional»»»

Passengers urged to check schedules as Etna eruption disrupts Italy–UAE air travel Flights at Italy’s Catania airport remained suspended on Sunday after volcanic ash from Mount Etna was released into the atmosphere, according to the company operating the Sicilian airport. Societa Aeroporto Catania »»»

Russian President Vladimir Putin may meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the APEC summit, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Sunday. “It will be a good opportunity for the leaders to cross paths in one way or another on the sidelines [of the»»»

Global leaders call for more funding to help developing countries build local AI skills New York: Artificial intelligence attracted nearly two-thirds of global venture capital last year, but less than 1 per cent of AI investment is going toward social impact, a funding imbalance that global leaders»»»

The Minister of Industry Khaled Hashem said that the textile and spinning sector is a key target of Egypt’s industrial strategy, given its strong potential to integrate into global supply chains, deepen local manufacturing and boost exports. During a tour of the 6th of October City’s industrial zon»»»

Damascus, Sept. 27 (SANA) Syria expects foreign capital flowing into the country to establish new banks to exceed $1 billion in the coming period, Central Bank Governor Mohammad Safwat Raslan told SANA, as the country seeks to expand the banking sector and restore its links with international finan»»»

Kathmandu, Nepal: At least 10 local climbers and guides are missing after an avalanche hit the base camp of Himlung peak in central Nepal early Sunday, an expedition organiser said. The Himalayan country is already reeling from a devastating, tsunami-like flood on August 26 that killed more than 1,»»»

The prospect of an AfD-led government in Germany’s Saxony-Anhalt has exacerbated long-standing fears that the far-right Russia-friendly party may gain access to sensitive information of interest to the Kremlin, fuelling debate as to whether and how it can be barred from classified intelligence. Wha»»»

The Tourism Ministry plans legislative changes under which half of the revenue collected from tourism taxes will be spent on promotion and events related to air connectivity, Tourism Minister Ilin Dimitrov told Bulgarian National Television (BNT) on Sunday, World Tourism Day. Dimitrov said the chan»»»

The asbestos contamination affecting western Hungary appears to be more serious than previously thought, after air samples taken in the town of Kőszeg reportedly showed asbestos fibre concentrations dozens of times above the reference level. New measurements have raised fresh concerns over the scal»»»

A wave of hostile attacks struck several southern towns and villages after midnight, involving artillery shelling, airstrikes, and machine-gun fire, according to local reports. Israeli artillery shelling targeted the outskirts of Zoutar El-Charqiyeh, Mifdoun, Wadi Zibqine, Dawhat Kfarman, and Wadi »»»

Bulgaria Air will operate direct winter flights between Sofia and Lisbon twice a week from December 17, 2026, making it the only airline offering nonstop service between the two capitals, the national carrier said. For the first time, Bulgaria Air will maintain regular Sofia-Lisbon-Sofia flights th»»»

The proposed 33% tax on banks’ “excess profits” could affect lending, investment, economic growth and the cost of government financing, in addition to generating budget revenue, according to the position of Bulgarian National Bank (BNB) Governor Dimitar Radev. Radev stressed that tax changes are pa»»»

Damascus, Sept. 27 (SANA) Syria’s Syriatex apparel exhibition concluded after four days of meetings between manufacturers and buyers, drawing about 500 businesspeople from abroad as local producers seek greater access to international markets.The Fall-Winter 2026-2027 exhibition brought together 23»»»

A black kitten named Szaffi has found itself at the centre of an unexpected debate over pet adoption in Hungary. After comedian Anett Kormos publicly criticised what she considered excessive shelter requirements, the minister responsible for animal welfare said the system should become clearer, mor»»»

Sofia Municipality offered free tours, museum visits and interactive experiences on Sunday to mark World Tourism Day, the Municipality said. The programme included free admission to Muzeiko, the Museum of Illusions and the interactive spaces Phenomena, VIDENIE and MINA, as well as guided tours of V»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s handball team reached the semi-finals of the Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026 yesterday after beating Iran 31-25, while high jump star Mutaz Barshim will compete in the final today as he bids for another gold medal. Qatar, who are targeting their fourth straight gold, will take on»»»

AI to support, not replace, prosecutors under UAE Public Prosecution’s 2045 plan Abu Dhabi: “Human will be in command each and every time.” For Counsellor Salem Al Zaabi of the UAE Public Prosecution, this principle defines how artificial intelligence should be introduced into criminal justice: not»»»

Egypt is advancing a comprehensive strategy to position higher education as a cornerstone of its economic diversification and regional influence. The country is treating education as an export sector, seeking to attract international students, expand academic partnerships, and establish branches of»»»

Arab Finance: Middle East and North Africa’s (MENA) digital advertising market is expanding rapidly as businesses shift more of their customer acquisition and commerce activity online. The region’s digital ad spending reached $8.19 billion in 2025, up 17.8% year on year, according to IAB MENA, maki»»»

It is often forgotten that the Houthi militia dominating the world’s headlines began life several decades ago as a local movement born in the mountains of Saada, in north-west Yemen. Armed mainly with grievances, they vied with the Yemeni government. As their animosity grew, so too did their arsena»»»

Iran is awaiting a final response from the United States to be delivered via intermediaries regarding its proposals for the Strait of Hormuz, despite US President Donald Trump having publicly rejected them, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said. Trump said earlier that he had rejected the Ir»»»

Arab Finance: Egypt plans to establish eight to nine new investment zones across its governorates over the next two to three years, Investment and Foreign Trade Minister Mohamed Farid said during talks with S&P Global Ratings. The initiative aims to attract investment, create jobs near population c»»»

Budapest is preparing for a major pedestrian-friendly transformation, with 200 new crossings, more accessible tram stops and safer residential streets among the goals of a newly approved long-term strategy. The Budapest General Assembly approved the city’s new pedestrian strategy on Friday, setting»»»