Iran claims military strength has surpassed initial war capabilities amid US tensions
Iran vows swift and limitless response under Supreme Leader's orders Iran said Saturday its military has grown "stronger" since the outset of its war with the United States, which has offered a $20 million reward for information about Tehran's nuclear programme. Mediators have been working to preve»»»
US Justice Department drops bid to force California to set aside disputed ballots
LOS ANGELES: The US Department of Justice on Friday requested to dismiss its own lawsuit that sought to stop California from counting roughly 20,000 ballots it alleged went to noncitizens until their immigration statuses could be verified. The move comes days after Republicans’ significant losses i»»»
UAE flight status: Cancellations, delays and latest Emirates, Etihad, flydubai updates
UAE airlines adjust schedules amid Middle East tensions and security concerns Airlines operating from the UAE continue to adjust schedules amid renewed tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, security concerns across the Middle East and ongoing regional disruptions. Etihad, Emirates, flydubai and Air»»»
Trump Acknowledges Targeted US Strikes on Iranian Air Defense Facility on Qeshm Island
The US military carried out a targeted strike on an Iranian air defense unit near Qeshm Island, disabling it, US President Donald Trump acknowledged. "We do minor strikes, but they knock out. They built a little bit of an anti-aircraft device, and we knocked it out for about 15 minutes, maybe 5," T»»»
US asks China to uphold Busan trade deal commitments ahead of Trump-Xi meeting
BusinessUnited States of AmericaUS asks China to uphold Busan trade deal commitmentsDharvi Vaid Dhulia with AFP, Reuters, APThe US urged Beijing to meet commitments from a 2025 accord — particularly on agricultural purchases and rare earths supply. China, meanwhile, expressed concern over the US' "»»»
Middle East war: 5 things UAE residents need to know today
Latest developments in Middle East war for UAE citizens Fresh US military action against Iran, a fatal tanker explosion and renewed diplomatic negotiations have kept the Middle East conflict in focus. For UAE residents, the latest developments carry implications for regional security, international»»»
Pope Leo XIV arrives in Uruguay at start of South American tour less than a month after lung surgery
MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay: Three weeks after lung cancer surgery, Pope Leo XIV opened a three-nation tour of Latin America on Friday by declaring he felt better than he looked and crediting God, good doctors and his healthy lifestyle with his quick recovery. The 71-year-old pope arrived in Montevideo, Ur»»»
Cornell rape case exposes MeToo backlash, accuser's lawyer tells AFP
There's been doxxing, threats and harassment targeting Jane Doe An allegation of gang rape at the elite Cornell University horrified Americans. But when the alleged victim, known only as "Jane Doe," went public, she suffered a new kind of abuse, her lawyer told AFP. The doxxing, threats and harassm»»»
US announces $20 million reward for intel on Iran's nuclear program amid diplomatic tensions
Washington offers relocation and cash for details on Iran's nuclear activities Washington is offering a $20 million reward "and possible relocation" for information about Iran's nuclear program, the US military said Friday, as President Donald Trump reiterated Tehran wants to make a deal to end the»»»
Largest US Muslim advocacy group suspends Florida operations over ‘terrorist’ designation law
WASHINGTON: Muslim advocacy group Council on American-Islamic Relations has suspended operations in Florida after the enforcement of a law that gave state officials power to designate groups as “terrorist organizations,” state officials and CAIR said. Earlier this year, Republican Florida Governor»»»
Beyond the degree: Building partnerships for workforce readiness and social impact
Industry partnerships, practical skills and lifelong learning are key to graduate success When students and their families invest in a university education, they place their trust in its ability to prepare them for a meaningful future. Higher education institutions have a responsibility to honour t»»»
Connecticut Sen. Chris Murphy is discharged from hospital after a stroke and goes to rehab facility
WASHINGTON: Democratic Sen. Chris Murphy of Connecticut said on Friday that he has been discharged from the hospital after suffering a stroke last weekend and will miss “several weeks” of votes in the Senate as he recovers in a rehabilitation facility. Murphy, 53, said in a statement that doctors a»»»
Trump planning world’s biggest air show
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump and NASA on Friday touted plans for a new space and aeronautics industry conference in the United States intended to surpass major air shows in other countries. The event, called CapeWeek and slated to be held at Kennedy Space Center in Florida, will st»»»
Ueno Bank depositors start getting money back: Paraguay Central Bank official
ASUNCION: Paraguay has started paying advances to Ueno Bank depositors who lost access to their funds with its dramatic takeover earlier this week, a Central Bank official told AFP on Friday. Chaos engulfed the small South American nation when Tuesday's seizure of Ueno blocked the accounts of almos»»»
’JD, habibi.’ Arabs celebrate El-Sayed’s use of a term of affection in his victory speech
BEIRUT: From Michigan to the Middle East, Arabs are celebrating Abdul El-Sayed’s election win and delighting in his introduction of Arabic terms like “habibi” and “inshallah” to the American political lexicon. After being the target of Islamophobic rhetoric on the campaign trail, the rising politic»»»
Israel orders deportation of 12 foreign activists detained during West Bank olive harvest
RAMALLAH: Israeli authorities have ordered the deportation of 12 international activists detained while helping Palestinian farmers harvest olives in the occupied West Bank, the Palestinian news agency WAFA reported on Friday. The activists were among 17 people detained earlier on Friday in Kafr Ni»»»
Zelensky warns of new Russian strikes on Ukraine energy sector
KYIV: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday warned that Russian planned a fresh strike against Ukraine’s energy sector and renewed his call for Patriot anti-missile systems. “Right now, we have intelligence indicating that a new strike is being prepared against the energy sector, against»»»
Spotlight - A homegrown Georgia moderate and pragmatist: Is Senator Ossoff the future of the Democratic Party?
Is Senator Jon Ossoff the future of the Democratic Party? Following a resounding midterm victory in Georgia, a former Republican stronghold, the 39-year-old senator has emerged as a prominent figure as the Democrats look ahead to 2028 for their next presidential nominee. His natural confidence»»»
US measles cases climb above 5,000 for first time since 1991
WASHINGTON: US measles cases have surged to 5,182 so far this year, the highest annual total recorded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in 35 years, as the disease continues to spread across the country. The vast majority of infections were among people who were unvaccinated or whos»»»
Notes on a scandal: WSJ’s $51bn Houthi claim unpacked
LONDON: In the era of mass social media and a hunger for money-earning clicks, it takes only moments for a dangerous piece of misinformation to circle the globe, becoming transformed into “fact” by the simple act of reckless, unquestioning repetition. That was the case this week when an extraordina»»»
Carney welcomes Democrats’ push to end Trump’s tariffs on Canada after midterm victory
TORONTO: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney welcomed a Democratic push to repeal US President Donald Trump’s tariffs on Canada after their sweeping midterm victory, saying Friday that restoring free trade would lower costs for American families and benefit US workers, even as Ottawa continues nego»»»
Saudi interior minister meets Turkish counterpart in Ankara
ANKARA: Saudi Interior Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud met his Turkish counterpart, Mustafa Ciftci, in Ankara on Thursday. The pair discussed the importance of boosting security cooperation between the two countries, with the prince emphasizing the directives of King Salman and Crown Prince Moha»»»
Automotive enthusiasts flock to Jeddah as milestone motor show comes to a close
JEDDAH: Thousands of automotive enthusiasts, collectors and prospective buyers descended on the Jeddah Center for Exhibitions and Events for the 20th Jeddah International Motor Show, which ends today, Nov. 7. From cutting-edge concept vehicles and regional premieres to gleaming vintage classics, th»»»
Meghan Markle’s estranged father arrested and charged with possessing child sexual abuse materials
TAMPA, USA: The 82-year-old estranged father of Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, was arrested Friday morning in Florida on a charge of possessing child sexual abuse material in storage units in California, authorities said. Thomas Markle Sr. was arrested outside Tampa, according to people who were no»»»
Tunisia places decisive emphasis on wind power to reach 35% renewable electricity by 2030
TUNIS, Nov. 6, 2026 (TAP) - As part of its strategic objective to reach 35% renewable electricity by 2030, Tunisia is placing decisive emphasis on the wind power sector.A delegation comprising 11 Tunisian institutions attended las September 21-2,...»»»
Tech stocks plunge amid fears of tighter AI regulation after Democratic sweep
Washington, Nov. 6 (SANA) Technology stocks suffered sharp losses on Friday, coinciding with a decline on Wall Street fueled by fears that Democrats will tighten regulatory restrictions on the artificial intelligence sector following their sweeping victory in the US midterm elections. According to »»»
Syria aids Saudi Arabia with military advice and training amid Houthi attacks, sources say
RIYADH: Syria is aiding Riyadh with military advice and training as Saudi Arabia comes under attack by Yemen’s Houthis, and has sent a limited number of military personnel to the Kingdom, two Syrian military sources and a senior US official said. Saudi Arabia has been locked in worsening hostiliti»»»
EPP Vice-President calls for end to EU rule-of-law procedure against Hungary in Budapest
The European People’s Party (EPP) believes it is time to end the Article 7 procedure launched against Hungary in 2018, arguing that reforms introduced by Prime Minister Péter Magyar’s government have addressed the serious rule-of-law concerns that originally prompted the process. Speaking at a pres»»»
Putin Discusses Upcoming Trilateral Talks on Ukraine With Russian Security Council
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed the upcoming trilateral talks on the Ukrainian settlement in the UAE next week with permanent members of the Security Council. "Initially, given that the talks are scheduled for Tuesday, I invited my colleagues who will be participating »»»
Two Tankers in Strait of Hormuz on Fire, US MQ-1 Drone Destroyed - IRGC
TEHRAN (Sputnik) - Two tankers caught fire while trying to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said on Friday. "Two tankers, having turned off navigation and identification systems, with the support of the American aggressor army, attempted to lea»»»
US and Iran edge closer to potential breakthrough in talks to end war: Bloomberg
WASHINGTON: The US and Iran are edging toward a potential breakthrough in efforts to end their war, with Tehran showing a willingness to discuss issues related to its nuclear program that were previously off the table, according to a diplomat with knowledge of the talks. Bloomberg reported on Frida»»»
Meghan Markle’s father arrested in Florida over alleged child porn
British and US media report that Thomas Markle, 82, was taken into custody by FBI agents Miami: Thomas Markle, the father of Prince Harry's wife, Meghan Markle, was arrested in Florida on Friday over alleged possession of child porn, British and US media reported. Markle, 82, was taken into custody»»»
Middle East War: 9 things UAE residents need to know tonight, November 6
Sailor killed in Gulf tanker blast as Trump weighs Iran strikes, Saudi intercepts missiles Dubai: A sailor has died following a suspected missile attack on a tanker in the Arabian Gulf, while US President Donald Trump is weighing further strikes on Iran amid warnings from Tehran that American targe»»»
Economy minister meets EBRDs new Head of Tunisia office
Tunis, Nov.6 (TAP) - Economy and Planning Minister Samir Abdelhafidh met Friday with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)'s new Head of Tunisia Office George Akhalkatsi. The meeting provided an opportunity to discuss the...»»»
Senior Chinese, North Korean officials meet in Beijing, urge closer ties
BEIJING: Senior Chinese official Cai Qi on Friday told a North Korean delegation in Beijing that both sides should enhance strategic communication and coordination, and promote regional peace, stability and development, Chinese state media reported. China is willing to work with North Korea to “imp»»»
Spotlight - 'Period of uncertainty: Trump is tormented, he's unstoppable, and he's desperate for immortality'
François Picard is pleased to welcome Craig Copetas, Greek-American author, international affairs columnist and editor at Türkiye Today and French Senator Hélène Conway-Mouret. “What you have is a tormented and unstable president who's desperate for immortality.” With this arresting assessment, Cop»»»
Trump’s stillborn diesel deal: Why Russian oil tankers are not heading to the US
The first oil tankers scheduled to deliver Russian diesel to the US under a deal between President Donald Trump and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin have changed course and are no longer heading toward the US coast. It spells the end of an agreement announced with great fanfare before the mid»»»
Hezbollah delegation visits Justice Palace to press over explosives case
A Hezbollah delegation has visited the Justice Palace in Beirut to discuss the case of the Dahr al-Baidar explosives with State Prosecutor Judge Ahmad Rami al-Hajj, MTV reported. The delegation comprised the head of the Coordination and Liaison Unit Hussein al-Abdallah, MP Hussein al-Hajj Hassan an»»»
Scott Ritter: Buyer’s remorse made Trump. It has now also wrecked the Republicans
American voters brought Donald Trump to power, handing him the opportunity to radically transform the political landscape of America, building upon overwhelming discontent about the political status quo that had metastasized over the course of successive presidential administrations, both Republica»»»
Hiring rebound expected in new US jobs data, though inflation is eroding paycheck
The U.S. job market likely bounced back last month from a disappointing September. Layoffs are low, and most Americans enjoy unusual job security. But hiring has probably remained too modest to deliver much relief to those looking for work. And wage gains haven't been keeping up with persistently h»»»
'Enjoy the moment': The German clubs limiting smartphones in stadiums
Berlin: In October, Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund did something not just out of step with modern football, but with modern life: they asked fans to put their phones away. Ahead of last month's match with Eintracht Frankfurt, Dortmund launched a scheme which rewarded supporters for not using the»»»
Syria, EU discuss expanding cooperation on reconstruction and recovery
Brussels, Nov. 6 (SANA) Syrian and European Union officials held talks Friday in Brussels on expanding cooperation in reconstruction, humanitarian assistance and refugee returns, as Damascus seeks greater international support for its recovery efforts. Qutaiba Kadish, director of the International »»»
Spotlight - 'Leaders all over the world understand that Trump is only there for two more years & then he's gone'
In American politics, even presidential power has its limits. And now, the laws of political gravity may finally be catching up with Donald Trump's hyper-aggressive exercise of executive authority. Following what political scientist Ian Bremmer describes as the most consequential electoral reversal»»»
Trump calls midterms 'crooked', demands Alaska votes go to Republican candidate
Despite having previously accepted the US midterm election results, President Donald Trump told reporters on Thursday the elections were "crooked", and he demanded the remaining votes for Alaska go to its incumbent Republican senator. US President Donald Trump lashed out at "crooked" election»»»
British comedian Russell Brand found guilty of rape, sexual assault
A London jury on Thursday convicted British comedian and actor Russell Brand of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault. British comedian and actor Russell Brand was found guilty in a London court on Thursday of rape and sexual assault related to allegations dati»»»
Iran demands practical US steps before diplomacy, senior security official says
Iran is not satisfied with “paper commitments” and must see practical US steps before the launch of any new diplomatic efforts, Ali Bagheri Kani, the deputy head of Iran’s top security body, told Iranian state television. Iran has sent the United States a nuclear proposal via Qatar to be di»»»
Japan to set up 'rescue team' after wave of cyberattacks
Tokyo: Japan will announce the launch of a "cyber rescue team" on Friday in response to a sudden wave of hacking incidents, media reports said. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has vowed to compile an emergency package of measures after dozens of businesses reported unauthorised access in recent weeks»»»
From Abu Dhabi to Miss Universe: UAE-born Miss India Kaziah Liz Mejo begins her global journey
Miss Universe India 2026 Kaziah Liz Mejo carries the hopes of a nation to Puerto Rico India's UAE-born beauty queen Kaziah Liz Mejo has begun her journey to Puerto Rico, where she will represent the country at the 75th edition of Miss Universe. The 19-year-old, who spent her childhood in Abu Dhabi,»»»
Voices:The Clash of the Ballots: America First or “Israel” F...
By Fatima Haydar The question surrounding Washington’s war on Iran has been there from the very beginning: whose interests is US foreign policy really serving, and how much are ordinary Americans expected to pay for it? For months, the Trump administration has defended its military campaign against»»»
Trump teases ‘big beautiful deal’ after meeting Putin envoy
US President Donald Trump has hinted at a potential sweeping agreement with Russia that could extend far beyond settling the Ukraine conflict, following an unscheduled meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin’s special envoy, Kirill Dmitriev, at the White House. Speaking to reporters in the Ov»»»