Amir holds phone call with Prime Minister of Pakistan
Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani held a telephone conversation today with Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan HE Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif. During the call, they discussed the latest regional and international developments of mutual concern, particularly ways to»»»
IOM reports 928,839 migrants identified across Libya in 2025
There were 928,839 migrants identified in Libya by the IOM Libya’s DTM Round 59 covering August to October 2025. These migrants were across 663 assessed communities. There were migrants from 44 different nationalities with 66 percent originating from the MENA region. The top nationalities were Suda»»»
Qatari-Saudi Business Council's Follow-Up Committee discusses proposal on establishing joint investment company
Riyadh: The Follow-Up Committee stemming from the Joint Qatari-Saudi Business Council held a meeting in Riyadh, chaired by Hamad bin Ali Al Shuwair, Chairman of the Joint Qatari-Saudi Business Council, and Eng. Ali bin Abdullatif Al Misnad, Qatar Chamber Board Member and Member of the Qatari-Saudi »»»
2025, third hottest year on record
According to an EU climate monitor, 2025 ranked as the third hottest year on record, with no significant cooling expected this year. In its annual report, the Copernicus Climate Change Service said the past 11 years have been the warmest ever recorded, with 2024 the hottest and 2023 close behind. D»»»
Politicians Comment on Possible Changes to Election Rules
Hours before Election Code amendments would be considered by the parliamentary Committee on Constitutional and Legal Affairs on Wednesday, politicians commented on ideas concerning possible changes to election rules. Machine voting and its possible abolition, preservation or transformation were the»»»
Legislative Changes Concerning Referendums Pass at First Reading
The National Assembly has approved at first reading a bill to amend and supplement the Direct Citizen Participation in State and Local Government Act. Some of the draft provisions foresee making it easier to collect signatures and submit proposals for holding referendums. The bill was submitted by »»»
US senators target Trump branding of federal institutions
A group of US senators has introduced legislation that would prohibit naming or renaming federal buildings, land, and other government property after sitting presidents. The move aims to counter US President Donald Trump’s efforts to link his personal brand to public infrastructure and programs. US»»»
France ‘uneasy’ over German rearmament – Bloomberg
France is growing increasingly concerned over Germany’s military buildup, fearing it will tilt the military and political balance in Europe and undermine its influence on the continent, Bloomberg reported on Tuesday, citing sources. According to the agency, France is “watching with both awe and une»»»
Metrolink announces service updates on January 15, 16
Doha, Qatar: Metrolink announced service updates affecting several bus routes on January 15 and 16, 2026, according to a post shared on its X account. Under the first update, routes M143 and M144 will operate from alternative starting points throughout the day on January 15,16. M143 will operate fr»»»
Putin Discusses Situation in Venezuela With Brazilian President – Kremlin
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian President Vladimir Putin held a phone conversation with Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, during which they discussed the situation in Venezuela, the Kremlin said on Wednesday. "The leaders exchanged views on current international issues, with a focus on the »»»
Death toll in central Philippine landfill landslide rises to 20
Manila: The death toll from the deadly landfill landslide in the central Philippine city of Cebu has climbed to 20, as rescuers continued searching on Wednesday for 16 missing workers, authorities said. Cebu City officials said the number of individuals rescued remained at 18, all of whom sustained»»»
November producer prices up less than expected but up 3% for the year - UPI.com
Anthony Larkin, meat manager of the Richmond Heights Schnucks Market, stocks the freezer section with Thanksgiving turkeys on the first day of sales in Richmond Heights, Mo., in November 2022. File Photo by Bill Greenblatt/UPI | License Photo Jan. 14 (UPI) -- Wholesale inflation rose by 0.2% in Nov»»»
New testimony places missing German teenager in Athens
A German teenager who went missing last week in southern Greece has been seen at an Athens jeweller’s unsuccessfully trying to raise money by selling jewellery, according to new testimony police have received. State ERT television reported Wednesday that 16-year-old Laura, reported missing on Janua»»»
Sinkhole opens on downtown Athens street
A large sinkhole opened Wednesday afternoon at the intersection of two downtown streets in Pangrati, central Athens. Traffic police quickly arrived on the scene, closing Vasileos Georgiou B’ from Spyrou Merkouri Street and Iophon from its junction with Ergotimou. Relevant municipal crews have cordo»»»
Israeli Prime Minister's Plane Returns From Crete Amid Iran Tensions
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's plane has returned to Israel following a flight to Crete. Benjamin Netanyahu's plane, the Wing of Zion, flew to the Greek island of Crete on Wednesday as tensions rose over a possible military clash with Iran, according to FlightRadar24 flight tracking da»»»
Look: Sheikh Zayed Road, Al Maktoum Airport from space by MBZ-SAT
Dubai: The Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) in Dubai on Wednesday released a new set of images captured by MBZ-SAT, coinciding with the anniversary of the satellite’s launch. The region's most advanced satellite was launched from the Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, USA, on 14 Jan»»»
Details of National Sports Day 2026 events revealed
DOHA: The National Sports Day 2026 Committee has announced details of the upcoming edition of the events, which will launch across the country in February under the slogan 'I Chose Sport'. The aim is to reinforce awareness of the importance of practising sports as a lifestyle and for sustainable he»»»
Smithsonian sends cache of files to the White House - UPI.com
A portrait of President Donald Trump is on display at the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery on Monday. The museum removed reference to Trump's two impeachments during his first term from the accompanying portrait plaque when replacing the portrait of him in the "America's Presidents" exhibit. P»»»
National Development Agency receives high-level delegation from Oman Investment Authority to discuss strategic partnerships
The Sirte-based National Development Agency (NDA) reported yesterday that it had received a high-level government delegation from the Sultanate of Oman, represented by the Oman Investment Authority, accompanied by representatives from leading Omani companies, including Oman Aviation Investment Comp»»»
Legal Affairs Committee Meeting on Election Code Changes Cancelled
The scheduled meeting of the Parliamentary Committee on Constitutional and Legal Affairs was cancelled, according to information published on the website of the National Assembly. The meeting had been set for Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. MPs were expected to consider at first reading proposed amendments »»»
Sunny Thursday Ahead with Gusty Winds Across Bulgaria
On Thursday, Bulgaria will enjoy mostly sunny weather, though clouds are expected to increase from the northeast as the day progresses, according to the National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (NIMH). In the morning, fog may reduce visibility, particularly along the Danube. Winds will be li»»»
NBS gross FX reserves at 29 bln euros at end-December, down from November
BELGRADE - National Bank of Serbia (NBS) gross FX reserves stood at 29,008.3 mln euros at end-December 2025, down by 358.3 mln euros m-o-m and by 286.2 mln euros y-o-y. In a statement, the NBS said the reserves "covered 155.8 pct of money supply M1 and 6.8 months’ worth of the country’s import of g»»»
Apple launches Apple Creator Studio
Washington: Apple launched its new bundle, Apple Creator Studio, featuring creative apps in one service. The bundle includes notable apps in photo and video editing, such as Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, and Pixelmator Pro, available in Mac and iPad, in addition to a special content and AI-supported fe»»»
Dubai Chamber posts record exports of Dh356.5b as 2025 memberships, trade expand
Dubai: Dubai Chamber of Commerce said its members’ exports and re-exports reached a record Dh356.5 billion in 2025, the highest annual total in the chamber’s history, as trade volumes and business registrations rose across multiple sectors. The chamber said the performance highlights sustained mome»»»
Jordanian Prime Minister Dr. Jafar Hassan arrives in Beirut - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Jordanian Prime Minister Dr. Jafar Hassan arrives in Beirut 14-01-2026 17:00 PM Latest News Urgent News Iranian FM Araghchi: “Israel” has a»»»
X to comply with UK law over Grok deepfakes, Starmer says
The Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer says he has been informed that Elon Musk's X is "acting to ensure full compliance with UK law" over sexualised deepfakes produced by its AI tool, Grok. There has been a fierce backlash to the images made using Grok and widely shared on X. It prompted the regulato»»»
Kyiv targeted for third time in a week, 6,000 buildings with no power - UPI.com
Cars light the way in an almost totally blacked-out downtown Kyiv on Tuesday night as the Ukrainian capital is gripped by severe power outages from Russian drone and missile strikes targeting its energy infrastructure that have intensified in recent days. Photo by Maxym Marusenko/EPA Jan. 14 (UPI) »»»
France bans 10 British 'far-right activists' over anti-migrant activity
Ten British "far-right activists" have been banned from France after engaging in actions to stop migrants crossing the English Channel in small boats, the French interior ministry said on Wednesday. It said the activists, who belonged to a group called Raise the Colours, had been searching for and »»»
Some personnel told to depart US airbase in Qatar
Some personnel have been told to depart the United States' Al Udeid military base in Qatar, two diplomatic sources told AFP on Wednesday, after Washington threatened to respond to a government crackdown on protests in Iran. A number of personnel were asked to leave the base by Wednesday evening, on»»»
Iran's neighbors keep close eye as crisis unfolds
Iran's deadly crackdown on protesters and U.S. warnings of intervention are being closely watched by neighboring countries in the Middle East. Here is how the crisis is regarded by some of the region's key players: - Israel - Iran's long-time foe Israel has openly backed the protesters and expresse»»»
Bulgaria Considers Soft Drink Tax in Bold Move Against Childhood Obesity
Health experts in Bulgaria are advocating for the introduction of a tax on sweetened soft drinks as part of a broader effort to curb non-communicable diseases. According to specialists from Health Metrics, a company that collects and analyzes health, social, and economic data to guide policy decisi»»»
MP Sparks Outrage: Bulgaria Should Annex Southern Bessarabia from Ukraine
The new political season in Bulgaria began with a striking and controversial proposal from the leader of the pro-Russian anti-EU party "Revival," Kostadin Kostadinov. During the opening session of the National Assembly, he outlined a vision for “refounding Bulgaria,” which includes territorial clai»»»
US Pulls Military Personnel From Key Middle East Bases Amid Rising Tensions With Iran – Report
The US is withdrawing some personnel from key bases in the Middle East as a precautionary measure amid rising tensions in the region, the agency reports, citing an unnamed US official. "The US is pulling personnel from key bases in the region as a precautionary measure amid heightened regional tens»»»
US reducing personnel at Qatar air base, official tells CBS
The US is reducing the number of personnel at its Al-Udeid air base in Qatar, according to the BBC's US partner CBS News, which officials have called a "precautionary measure". A statement by the Qatar government said the step was being taken "in response to the current regional tensions". This com»»»
France to open consulate in Greenland in a ‘political signal’ amid Trump threats
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot on Wednesday said France will open a consulate in Greenland on February 6, acting on a decision taken last year during President Emmanuel Macron's visit to the autonomous Danish territory. The "political signal" to "be more present" in Greenland comes as »»»
France bans 10 British far-right activists for attacking migrant boats
The French interior ministry on Wednesday banned 10 members of the British far-right "Raise the Colours" group for searching and destroying small migrant boats in the English Channel and conducting propaganda activities. The individuals, who were not named, were prohibited from entering or residing»»»
Justice minister issues decision regulating off-plan sales procedures
DOHA: Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs HE Ibrahim bin Ali Al Mohannadi issued a decision regulating the Preliminary Real Estate Register, defining its data and procedures, as part of the executive measures of Law No. (6) of 2014 regulating the real estate sector and its»»»
U.S. shrinking funding to U.N. leaves gaps for humanitarian aid - UPI.com
1 of 2 | Internally displaced Palestinians gather at a flour distribution point after bakeries closed, in Gaza City on April 1. U.N. funding is distributed across many programs that benefit people around the world. The biggest recipient is the World Food Programme. File Photo by Haitham Imad/EPA-EF»»»
Tourists pack the Louvre despite steep entry fee hike
Dubai: Tourists continue to flock to the Louvre in Paris despite a sharp increase in ticket prices for non-European visitors, underscoring the museum’s enduring global appeal. Under a newly introduced pricing system, adult visitors from outside the European Union, as well as Iceland, Liechtenstein,»»»
US pulls some personnel from key Middle East bases amid Iran tensions
Dubai: The United States has begun withdrawing some personnel from key military bases in the Middle East as a precautionary measure amid sharply rising regional tensions linked to Iran, a US official told Reuters on Wednesday. The move follows warnings from Tehran that it would strike American base»»»
Bulgaria Completes Second Stage of European Prosecutor Selection Procedure, Six Candidates Heard
With the hearing of six candidates, the second stage of the procedure for selecting a new European Prosecutor from Bulgaria concluded on Wednesday. There were seven candidates in total - Boyko Atanasov, Desislava Pironeva, Dimitar Belichev, Ivaylo Iliev, Mihaela Raidovska, Plamen Petkov and Svetlan»»»
Politicians Comment on Possible Changes to Election Rules ahead of Legal Affairs Committee Meeting
Hours before Constitutional Code amendments would be considered by the parliamentary Committee on Constitutional and Legal Affairs on Wednesday, politicians commented on ideas concerning possible changes to election rules. Machine voting and its possible abolition, preservation or transformation we»»»
Dubai RTA to launch school bus pooling pilot in 2 weeks, aims to reduce traffic
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is set to launch a pilot phase of a new school bus pooling initiative within the next two weeks, aimed at reducing traffic congestion, cutting travel time and promoting public transportation. Who will operate it?The initiative, announced by the RTA this w»»»
Dubai initiative prevents 45,000 fire deaths a year
Dubai: Dubai Civil Defence’s Billion Readiness initiative has contributed to an 18 per cent reduction in fire incidents worldwide, alongside significant improvements in emergency response and safety outcomes, senior officials said on Wednesday. Lieutenant Colonel Dr Issa Ahmed Al Mutawa, Assistant »»»
SNJT welcomes release of journalist Chadha Hadj Mbarek
Tunis, Jan 14 (TAP) - The National Union of Tunisian Journalists (SNJT) expressed relief following Tuesday evening’s ruling by the Tunis Court of Appeal, reducing the prison sentence imposed on journalist Chadha Hadj Mbarek from five years to two...»»»
EU says Ukraine to spend bulk of 90-bn-euro loan on military needs
The European Union will dedicate most of a massive new loan program to Ukraine's military needs over the next two years while also injecting billions into its war-ravaged economy, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said Wednesday. EU leaders agreed last month to loan Ukraine 90 bill»»»
JD Vance to hold talks with Danish, Greenland foreign ministers - UPI.com
Vice President JD Vance was due to host the foreign ministers of Denmark and Greenland on Wednesday to discuss the Arctic island's future. Vance has a particular interest in Greenland and visited there in March. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Jan. 14 (UPI) -- U.S. Vice President JD V»»»
Singapore court hears details of Zubeen Garg’s drowning
Dubai: Popular Indian singer Zubeen Garg, who died in Singapore in September last year, was “severely intoxicated” and drowned after entering the sea without a life jacket near Lazarus Island, Singapore Police told the Coroner’s Court on Wednesday. According to testimony cited by Channel NewsAsia (»»»
Free but Priceless: Bulgaria to Receive Seven New Minehunters
Bulgaria has finalized a contract to acquire seven minehunter ships, marking a significant step in modernizing the country’s naval capabilities. The announcement came after a government meeting, with outgoing Defense Minister Atanas Zapryanov confirming the deal. Under the agreement, four of the mi»»»