Damascus, Dec. 29 (SANA) The Central Bank of Syria’s announcement of a new currency and the removal of two zeros from its nominal value underscores that currency reform is not an isolated measure or a temporary procedure, but part of a broader, integrated economic strategy.Central Bank Governor Abd»»»

A Ukrainian soldier, captured by Russian forces, shared his experience of a three-day journey to a location in Kupyansk for a photoshoot meant to "prove" the supposed presence of Ukrainian troops in the city. President Vladimir Putin earlier stated that the town of Kupyansk is under the control of »»»

Hyderabad: Two female students from Telangana were killed in a road accident in the United States, their families said on Monday. The students, hailing from Mahabubabad district, died after the car they were travelling in plunged into a gorge in California. The deceased have been identified as Pula»»»

Dubai: After nearly two decades of planning and construction, the UAE’s national railway is finally preparing to carry passengers. In 2026, Etihad Rail will launch its long-awaited passenger services, reshaping how people move between emirates and setting a new benchmark for intercity travel in the»»»

Hungary has vowed a “revolt” against the EU in 2026, Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto has said, declaring that Budapest will lead a rebellion against the bloc’s new Migration Pact. The policy, expected to take effect in July, forces member states to contribute in proportion to their population and »»»

Dubai: The 24-day ‘Hatta Unites Us’ festival, part of the popular #Hatta_Winter initiative, concluded with resounding success, attracting 20,000 visitors and generating Dh300,000 in revenue. Showcasing the talent and resilience of home-based entrepreneurs, the festival emerged as a dynamic platform»»»

Dubai: Four people, including an Indian expatriate from Kerala, were killed in a road accident in Rustaq, Oman, on Sunday night. The crash occurred around 9pm (local time) on the road connecting Rustaq in the South Al Batinah Governorate with Ibri, according to the Omani Ministry of Health. Also Re»»»

Dubai: As the world prepares to ring in 2026, Dubai is already refining the final touches of a massive security and logistics plan designed to keep millions of revellers safe. Major General Hareb Al Shamsi, Acting Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police, has chaired a high-level meeting to ensure the ci»»»

The General Directorate of the National Police has issued warnings about potential fraud as Bulgaria prepares to introduce the euro. Citizens are urged to remain vigilant and avoid trusting strangers who promise help or better conditions for exchanging levs into euros. Chief Inspector Zlatka Padink»»»

Following a U.S. mediation, Saudi Arabia and Qatar have agreed to open a new chapter of cooperation between them, especially in files related to Lebanon and Syria, al-Akhbar newspaper reported on Monday. Doha had on Sunday witnessed a meeting over the Lebanese file between State Minister at the Qat»»»

12th Global Trade Matters annual “Money and Finance Summit” came this year under the name of “Exploring the 12 pillars of global competitiveness” in which Ministers of Supply Khaled Hanafy, Investment Dalia Korshid and ted. Other government officials, economists, industrialists and international of»»»

The upcoming year promises to be decisive for Bulgaria’s energy sector, determining whether the country will secure a strong position within Europe’s evolving energy and industrial framework or remain on the periphery, reliant on outdated systems and external influences. This perspective is highlig»»»

War and crisis-hit Lebanon will sign Monday a deal with Egypt for energy cooperation that will allow Lebanon to increase its electricity production. Egypt's Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Karim Badawi was in Beirut Monday and met with President Joseph Aoun and Parliament Speaker Nabih »»»

Member if Hezbollah’s Loyalty to Resistance at Lebanese Parliament MP Ali Fayyad said all in Lebanon has to remember that Hezbollah is the most popular political party in the country. In a memorial service in the southern town of Majdal Selm on Monday, MP Fayyad said the “stage we are going through»»»

Dubai: For decades, Basant was the moment when Lahore looked up together. Every spring, rooftops filled with families, music drifted through the old city, and the sky turned into a moving mosaic of colour as kites danced in the air. More than a festival, Basant was Punjab’s largest cultural celebra»»»

Dubai: The Dubai Court of Cassation has ruled that equality must be observed in gifts and similar dispositions made to children and wives, unless a legitimate interest justifies differentiation. The landmark ruling was issued following an appeal filed by the Dubai Attorney General in the interest o»»»

US President Donald Trump will turn his focus to the Middle East on Monday, as he hosts Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Florida for talks that are expected to cover Gaza and a range of other pressing issues. Any decisions made could have a potentially momentous impact on questions that»»»

The year 2025 was marked by relentless violence and suffering for Palestinians. Despite temporary ceasefires, Israeli military operations continued to devastate Gaza, pushing the region deeper into a humanitarian crisis. As the year unfolded, the West Bank saw escalating violence from settlers and »»»

The social contract program in Kyrgyzstan created 25,391 jobs this year. The Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration reported. In 2025, the one-time payment increased from 100,000 to 150,000 soms. This amount was received by 13,331 citizens. The increased payments encouraged families to o»»»

Even the most dedicated doomscrollers smile once in a while. Here’s a look back at some of the stories that captured attention around the world and provided moments of brightness throughout 2025: Art and intrigueThe brazen heist at the world’s most visited museum in November wasn’t just a whodunit,»»»

In 2024, women held the highest relative share of managerial positions in the judicial power (54.1%) and the lowest in the legislative power (23.3%), the National Statistical Institute (NSI) announced on its website on Monday. Men occupy 68.3% of senior managerial positions at the highest managemen»»»

The Public Prosecution ordered the detention of a former financial controller and a former internal auditor at the Ministry of Health. The Attorney General’s Office reported yesterday that its Deputy Prosecutor investigated the regularity of administrative and financial procedures related to the di»»»

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Mexican Navy troops secure the scene of a deadly train derailment in Asuncion Ixtaltepec municipality in Oaxaca, Mexico, on Sunday. At least 13 people were killed and 98 were injured, according to the Navy Secretariat which operates the country's rail network. Photo by Luis Villalobos/EPA Dec. 29 (»»»

Ajman: His Highness Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman, on Monday performed the funeral prayers for the late Sheikh Abdulrahman bin Ali bin Rashid Al Nuaimi and Fatima bint Abdulrahman Al Nuaimi at Sheikh Zayed Mosque. The prayers were also attended by She»»»

Dubai: The Arabian Gulf is home to some of the hottest summer temperatures on the planet, but scientists say the reasons go far beyond intense sunshine. A new study from the Mubadala ACCESS Center at NYU Abu Dhabi has revealed why some summers in the Arabian Gulf become unusually hot, triggering ma»»»

BELGRADE - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said on Sunday evening early parliamentary elections in Serbia were due in late 2026 but might be held earlier. "I am hoping they will be held at the end of the year, but they may also be held earlier. We may be even more accommodating (to political opp»»»

Economist Stoyan Panchev from the Expert Club for Economics and Politics told Bulgarian National Radio that while the immediate technical issues of converting the lev to the euro are manageable, the bigger concern lies in structural, long-term inflation. Drawing from Croatia’s experience, Panchev p»»»

Dubai: A 12-year-old boy was killed and another seriously injured after a cache of firecrackers they found on a street in Tondo, Manila, exploded on Sunday evening. The Manila Police District (MPD) confirmed that the incident occurred at approximately 8.23 pm on December 28 at the corner of Lorenzo»»»

Saudi Arabia's Qassim National Park in Buraidah recorded the birth of an Arabian oryx for the third consecutive year, reported the Saudi Press Agency on Monday. The development is an important environmental milestone that reflect the ongoing success of release and reintroduction programs led by the»»»

Damascus, Dec. 29 (SANA) Information Minister Hamza al-Mustafa said on X, “Some tried, out of illusion or lack of awareness, to replicate scenes from the great Syrian revolution in certain locations to mask their sectarian projects and cover their narrow objectives. They failed, for they did not em»»»

Kyrgyzstan and Thailand are introducing visa-free travel for diplomatic staff. The press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported. An agreement between the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Government of Thailand on a mutual visa-free regime for holders of diplomatic an»»»

Dubai: Heavy rain affected several parts of the UAE on December 29, following partly cloudy conditions earlier in the day. The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) issued yellow and amber alerts, warning residents of rainfall and advising caution, particularly in Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, and parts»»»

Iranian traders and shopkeepers staged a second day of protests Monday after the country’s currency plummeted to a new record low against the US dollar. Videos on social media showed hundreds taking part in rallies in Saadi Street in downtown Tehran, as well as in the Shush neighborhood near Tehran»»»

KOSOVSKA MITROVICA - Srpska lista leader Zlatan Elek said on Sunday evening that, according to preliminary results of early elections for the Kosovo-Metohija provincial assembly in Pristina, the party had won all seats allocated to Serbs. At a press conference in northern Kosovska Mitrovica, Elek t»»»

Walk down any skincare aisle, and you’ll see vitamin C and vitamin E everywhere—serums, oils, moisturizers, you name it. They’re both often credited for helping skin look its best, but when it comes to choosing vitamin C vs. vitamin E, which is better for your skin? Dermatologists and nutritionists»»»

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet Donald Trump in Florida on Monday, with the US president pushing to move to the next stage of his fragile Gaza truce plan. Netanyahu is also expected to try to shift some focus onto Iran, amid reports he will call for more US strikes on the countr»»»

US Undersecretary of State Sarah Rogers has defended Washington’s decision to sanction several Europeans, saying that “extraterritorial censorship of Americans” undermines free speech and innovation. Last week, the US State Department imposed sanctions on five individuals, including British nationa»»»

Dubai: Air India Express has launched its monthly ‘PayDay Sale’, offering international fares from about Dh235, giving UAE travellers cheaper options to fly to India and beyond in 2026. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The limited-period sale is open for bookings until »»»

Dubai: 2025 may have been emotionally chaotic, but the music was anything but. While news headlines swung between highs and lows, music artists delivered a steady stream of hits that felt escapist, emotional and occasionally unhinged in the best possible way. From viral pop moments to quietly devas»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Deputy Amir HH Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Thani, received the Ambassador of the Republic of Gambia to the State of Qatar HE Foday Malang, at his office in the Amiri Diwan this morning, on the occasion of the end of his tenure in the country. His Highness the Deputy Amir awarded t»»»

The UAE is set to ring in 2026 in spectacular fashion, with a lineup of record-breaking fireworks, drone shows, and never-before-seen pyrotechnic feats. From some of the world’s longest fireworks displays to massive drone formations, the nation is preparing to light up the skies on New Year’s Eve. »»»

Iraq's newly elected parliament convened ​on Monday for its first session since the November national election, opening the ‌way for ‌lawmakers ‌to begin ⁠the ​process ‌of forming a new government. Parliament is due to elect a speaker and ⁠two deputies ‌during its first meeting. ‍ Lawmakers ‍must t»»»

Russian President Vladimir Putin wants Ukraine to “succeed” and is ready to support the country economically, including by supplying low-cost energy, US President Donald Trump has said. The two leaders discussed Ukraine during a phone call on Sunday, shortly before Trump met Ukrainian leader Vladim»»»

Poland must remain “ready to defend the western border” with Germany, President Karol Nawrocki has declared. The remarks drew pushback from Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski, who insisted that as long as Germany is an EU and NATO member, it poses no threat. Nawrocki delivered his warning on»»»

Monday's news media are dominated by reports of strong winds causing damage across the country, expected challenges surrounding the upcoming euro changeover, and the recent visit of Bulgarian Patriarch Daniil to the Ecumenical Patriarchate, among other topics. PATRIARCH DANIIL'S ISTANBUL VISIT Spea»»»

Dubai: From January 1, 2026, the price of a soft drink in the UAE will depend on how sweet it is. The country is replacing its long-standing flat 50% excise duty with a new tiered tax system linked to sugar content, a shift that aims to drive healthier choices, encourage product reformulation, and »»»

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Thailand's army has accused Cambodia of breaching a newly-signed ceasefire deal reached after weeks of deadly clashes that forced nearly one million people from their homes. In a statement, the Thai army said than more than 250 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) were detected flying from the Cambodian»»»

In 2025, demand for cruises increased by approximately 25% compared to the previous year. Early booking figures for cruise departures in 2026 and 2027 confirm this trend. Romanians plan these holidays well in advance and are increasingly choosing complex experiences with longer durations and multip»»»