Cold conditions will persist across Bulgaria on Tuesday, with morning temperatures dropping further, while daytime values edge up slightly. Cloud cover is expected to increase again in parts of northern Bulgaria, and light snowfall is possible in the Srednogorie region. Winds will be moderate, blow»»»

Hamas is preparing to hold internal elections to rebuild its leadership following Israel's killing of several of the group's top figures during the war in Gaza, sources in the movement said on Monday. "Internal preparations are still ongoing in order to hold the elections at the appropriate time in»»»

By Kristian Coates Ulrichsen, Rice University (THE CONVERSATION) Years of simmering tensions between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates exploded into the open on Dec. 30, 2025. That's when Saudi officials accused the UAE of backing separatist groups in Yemen and carried out an airstrike in t»»»

Police in Crete have arrested 10 teenagers suspected of belonging to a gang responsible for a series of motorcycle thefts on the southern island, authorities said Monday. Police said the suspects were aged 16-19, nine Greeks and one foreign national.The parents or legal guardians of nine of the sus»»»

Russia and China pose no threat to Greenland, a senior Danish lawmaker overseeing security has said, as US President Donald Trump seeks control over the Arctic island. Trump has long called for the US to acquire Greenland – an autonomous territory under Danish sovereignty – to deter Russia and Chin»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent: An Israeli glider was found after it had crashed in Al-Bayada town, South Lebanon 12-01-2026 15:57 PM Latest News U»»»

BYD's advanced Yangwang U9 luxury sedan at the Japan Mobility Show 2025 in Tokyo, in October. Under a deal agreed between Beijing and Brussels, the top EV manufacturer, and other Chinese-brands, will be exempt from double-digit "anti-subsidy" tariffs, provided it commits to a minimum price at which»»»

Hamas said Sunday it will dissolve its existing government in Gaza once a Palestinian technocratic leadership committee takes over the territory, as mandated under the U.S.-brokered peace plan. But the group gave no specifics on when the change will occur. Hamas and the rival Palestinian Authority,»»»

Google has made it easier to see the latest from your favourite outlets, including Gulf News. The new feature lets you set your 'preferred sources' for articles that appear in the 'Top Stories' box on search. Adding Gulf News to your preferred sources will ensure you avoid fake news, AI rehashes an»»»

Tunis, Jan 12 (TAP) - The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) published an E-commerce Manual for african women entrepreneurs, in partnership with the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), the East African Community (EAC), and the...»»»

Doha, Qatar: Visit Qatar has announced a second wave of headline artists joining the 25N51E Music Festival, taking place on 30 January 2026 at the iconic Stadium 974. New artists include Feeona and Againstcelebrities on the 25E Main Stage, and A.M.R and Pierre Fares on the 51N Stage, each celebrate»»»

Andrzej Domański, Poland’s Minister of Finance and Economy, said that 2025 was a “breakthrough year” for the Polish economy, but stressed that the country must now accelerate growth. The key priority is boosting investment, especially private investment, which he described as the main engine of lon»»»

Poland’s competition and consumer watchdog, UOKiK, has fined Zalando and Temu nearly PLN 37 million in total for misleading consumers about promotions. Zalando was fined PLN 30.95 million and Temu PLN 5.91 million. According to the authority, customers were not properly informed about discounts, in»»»

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The British government has launched an official investigation into X.com's AI tool Grok in response to explicit images generated of women and girls without their consent. Photo by Fazry Ismail/EPA Jan. 12 (UPI) -- The British government on Monday launched an investigation into X after its artificia»»»

The office sector is entering a period of deeper qualitative and financial scrutiny. Decisions regarding new projects, refurbishments, or leasing are now supported by more thorough analyses and rigorous financial calculations. This trend is expected to intensify in 2026. New office supply in Poland»»»

Syria's government was in full control of Aleppo on Sunday after taking over the city's Kurdish neighborhoods and evacuating fighters there to Kurdish autonomous areas following days of deadly clashes. Residents of the Ashrafiyeh neighborhood, the first of two areas to fall to the Syrian army, bega»»»

Paris, France: The Louvre Museum was forced to close on Monday due to strike action from staff in the latest disruption at the world's most-visited museum, management said. "Due to public strikes, the Musee du Louvre is closed today," the museum said in a message posted on its website, informing di»»»

DOHA: Minister of State for Energy Affairs HE Saad bin Sherida Al Kaabi has met with Minister of Environment, Climate and Energy of the Republic of Slovenia HE Bojan Komar, who is currently visiting the country. During the meeting, they discussed bilateral relations and cooperation in the energy se»»»

New York: Thousands of nurses in three hospital systems in New York City went on strike Monday after negotiations through the weekend failed to yield breakthroughs in their contract disputes. The strike was taking place at The Mount Sinai Hospital and two of its satellite campuses, with picket line»»»

Tunis, Jan 12 (TAP) - The Export Promotion Centre (CEPEX) will organise a Tunisian Olive Oil Networking Day on January 29, 2026, in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, in collaboration with the Embassy of Tunisia in Abidjan.The initiative aims to offer Tunisian...»»»

Foreign Minister Youssef Rajji noted Monday that the 2024 ceasefire agreement between Lebanon and Israel is not limited to halting hostilities but also “stipulates the removal of arms, topped by Hezbollah’s weapons.” “All political and economic files in Lebanon are on hold due to the failure to imp»»»

Dubai: The Supreme Council for Financial and Economic Affairs has issued a resolution forming the board of directors of L’IMAD Holding Company, a newly established sovereign investment platform of the Abu Dhabi government. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The council sa»»»

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf announced today, Monday, that “90 million Iranians from various components stand united against foreign intervention,” during his speech in front of the millions who gathered in the Iranian capital Tehran to support the Iranian leadership and cond»»»

Twelve days into Bulgaria’s adoption of the euro, the transition is showing signs of strain, particularly in the exchange of levs for euros. Bogomil Nikolov, chairman of the Active Consumers Association, highlighted ongoing issues in a statement to bTV, stressing that current practices could delay »»»

Dubai: Salik, the exclusive operator of Dubai’s road toll system, on Monday warned potential investors against fraudulent messages and unauthorised advertisements falsely promoting investment opportunities in the company. Salik said it does not offer investment opportunities through text messages, »»»

Lebanon has been given a “grace period” for the near future regarding the removal of Hezbollah’s weapons, informed diplomatic sources said. “The United States has shown a tacit understanding and has granted the Lebanese government a several-week grace period before beginning to hold it accountable »»»

Dubai: Seventy-five Hindu couples from across Pakistan tied the knot at a mass wedding ceremony in Karachi, showcasing a powerful display of community support and cultural unity. The event was organised by the Pakistan Hindu Council (PHC) at the Railway Ground, continuing a tradition the organisati»»»

Authorities referred a 58-year-old man for trial after arresting him for running over a police officer with his car while the officer was issuing a fine for illegal parking, injuring the officer’s leg. The incident occurred Sunday afternoon in Kilkis, northern Greece. Authorities transported the of»»»

BELGRADE - Serbia's Minister of Mining and Energy Dubravka Djedovic Handanovic said on Monday that, after almost a hundred days, the first quantities of crude oil for Serbia's oil company NIS were due to arrive via the JANAF pipeline on Tuesday morning and that the Pancevo refinery would start oper»»»

Abu Dhabi: Mobile phone use while driving has been identified as the leading traffic violation contributing to road accidents in Abu Dhabi, police said, urging motorists to keep their full attention on the road at all times. Abu Dhabi Police added that using a phone behind the wheel reduces a drive»»»

Dubai: Dubai’s Community Development Authority (CDA) on Monday marked a milestone in strengthening the emirate’s social care workforce, with 113 government employees graduating from a mandatory social care qualification programme. The graduation of the first cohort of the Social Professional Qualif»»»

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has opened registration for the 14th edition of the Dubai Award for Sustainable Transport 2026, under the patronage of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai. The award, a leading regional platform promoting sustainable mo»»»

A counterfeit 500 Euro (BGN 980) banknote was discovered in Pernik after being used to claim winnings at a local casino. Authorities were alerted when the individual who received the banknote attempted to make a purchase at a nearby fast food restaurant. It remains unclear how the fake bill entered»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Ghalibaf: 90 million Iranians from all backgrounds stand united against foreign meddling 12-01-2026 14:15 PM Latest News Urgent News Ghalib»»»

North Bucharest Investments closed the year 2025 with a total sales volume exceeding EUR 320 million, generated through 1,922 transactions, confirming the company’s position as a relevant player in the residential segment of northern Bucharest, in a year marked by market adjustment and maturation. »»»

DOHA: Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZ) and Marina Marine Services, a leading marine solutions provider, have officially opened an offshore marine services facility at Umm Alhoul Free Zone. The strategic launch marks an important step in strengthening Qatar's offshore operational capabilities and ex»»»

Damascus, Jan. 12 (SANA) In a bid to boost its tourism sector, Syria has launched a government-backed programme to upgrade one- and two-star hotels, a key part of the National Tourism Strategy 2026–2030. The initiative aims to improve service quality, enhance destination competitiveness, and suppor»»»

The Regional Health Inspectorate in Varna has proposed declaring a flu epidemic in the region starting January 14, following a sharp rise in influenza and acute respiratory infections. The announcement was made by the head of the inspectorate, Tsonko Paunov, after a meeting of the Regional Headquar»»»

Hungary has granted political asylum to Poland's former Justice Minister Zbigniew Ziobro who is facing charges of embezzlement. Ziobro is facing 26 charges related to embezzling money from a fund meant to be spent on crime victims and rehabilitating criminals. Instead, he is accused of authorising »»»

Dubai: The UAE passport ranks among the world’s most powerful, securing a joint 10th place in the 10th Nomad Capitalist Passport Index for travel freedom, tax advantages, and global standing. Also Read: UAE passport tops global ranking, granting citizens unrivalled travel freedomResearchers at bout»»»

Sharjah: The Emirate of Sharjah has allocated land for a permanent headquarters of the Sharjah International Book Fair, alongside a new conferences and exhibitions center, His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, announced on Monday the all»»»

OVHcloud, a global cloud services provider and the European market leader, presents its forecast of the key trends that will shape the development of cloud computing and related solutions in 2026. The coming year will intensify efforts in the area of digital sovereignty—a topic that finally gained »»»

Authorities in Crete have ordered a 54-year-old man accused of physically and sexually abusing his two daughters to be remanded in custody following his testimony before an investigating magistrate. The man and his 42-year-old wife were arrested last week in connection with the alleged abuse of the»»»

BELGRADE - Serbian Parliament Speaker Ana Brnabic said on Monday there was a difference between the European Parliament and the European Commission (EC) when it comes to Serbia's EU integration and noted that the EC was "more than fair", while the Baltic, Scandinavian and Benelux states were the bi»»»

The Lvov State Aircraft Repair Plant was disabled as a result of a strike by Russia's Oreshnik missiles on the night of January 9, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Monday. "According to information confirmed by several independent sources, the Lvov State Aircraft Repair Plant was disabled as a »»»

US President Donald Trump said on Sunday that Denmark’s defenses of Greenland are “two dog sleds,” renewing his push for the European NATO member to relinquish its sovereignty over the island. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump claimed that Russia or China could take over the Danish »»»

US President Donald Trump has said Cuba will no longer receive Venezuelan oil and money, warning the island to do a deal with Washington “before it’s too late.” Cuba, a close ally of Venezuela and a major beneficiary of its subsidized oil, has seen supplies from the OPEC nation dry up since early J»»»