Business - 2026 Paris Motor Show: Western carmakers face steep competition from Chinese rivals
The Paris Motor Show roars into gear this Monday, with over 200 auto sector brands showcasing their latest models and innovations. Chinese brands like BYD, Xpeng and Zeekr are among those present and getting lots of attention as their market share has surged in the past few years. In this edition, »»»
WHO Pandemic Hub sets ambitious goal to detect new outbreaks within 24 hours
WHO aims to detect health threats globally within 24 hours by 2030 BERLIN: The World Health Organisation (WHO) launched a new five-year strategy for its Hub for Pandemic and Epidemic Intelligence, charting a path towards a world where every country can detect and understand emerging health threats »»»
Zelensky says Russia strikes energy facilities despite Trump claim of an energy ceasefire
KYIV, Ukraine: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Monday that while Ukraine is willing to halt attacks on Russia’s energy infrastructure, Moscow has continued to strike his country’s energy sites despite US President Donald Trump’s announcement that the warring countries had agreed to ceas»»»
imec poised to bring world-class R&D expertise to Qatar
Tribune News Network Doha Established in partnership with Invest Qatar and the Qatar Research, Development and Innovation (QRDI) Council, and located at QSTP, imec Qatar is poised to conduct advanced research, develop specialised talent, and strengthen collaboration with universities, start-ups, in»»»
HBKU’s PlasmaPure advances to semis of XPRIZE Water Scarcity
Tribune News Network Doha The PlasmaPure team at Hamad Bin Khalifa University’s (HBKU) Qatar Environment and Energy Research Institute (QEERI) has advanced to the Semifinals of XPRIZE Water Scarcity in both Track A: Desalination – System-Level Innovation and Track B: Desalination – Novel Materials »»»
Trading Hub launches Sibionics GS3 in Qatar, bringing next-gen continuous glucose monitoring
In the presence of His Excellency Cao Xiaolin, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to the State of Qatar, Trading Hub has officially launched the Sibionics GS3 continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) device in Qatar, marking a significant step towards expanding access to modern healthcare tech»»»
Germany detains two Turkish citizens over Polish Starlink blaze
WARSAW: Germany detained two Turkish citizens suspected of setting fire to a Polish Starlink station, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said Monday, calling the blaze last month an act of “hybrid warfare.” “On behalf of Polish services, German police detained two Turkish citizens suspected of setti»»»
Syrian officials, U.S. business delegation discuss investment opportunities in Damascus
Damascus, Oct. 12 (SANA) Ways to strengthen economic cooperation and explore high-value investment opportunities in the Syrian market were discussed Monday during talks between senior Syrian economic officials and a visiting delegation from the U.S. business community. Deputy Minister of Economy an»»»
Visit Qatar, Qatar Challenge Racing Club Partner to Launch Samla International Race
Doha: Visit Qatar, in partnership with the Qatar Challenge Racing Club (Samla), has announced the launch of the second edition of the Samla International Race, with registration now open to male and female participants from around the world. This collaboration forms part of a strategic partnership »»»
Deployment of 39,000 Troops Foiled Enemy Ground Invasion Plan: Iranian General
The commander of the Iranian Army Ground Forces said the deployment of more than 51 combat units and the repositioning of 39,000 army personnel during the Ramadan War thwarted the enemy’s plan for a ground invasion of Iran. Brigadier General Ali Jahanshahi said army units were deployed across vario»»»
Jewels of the World debuts show in Riyadh
RIYADH: Beneath crystal chandeliers and gleaming display cases filled with diamonds, pearls, and gemstones, visitors are moving between jewelry brands in Riyadh this week searching for something more than precious metals. Industry leaders say Saudi consumers are looking beyond precious metals and g»»»
Americans Hall and Woodford win economics Nobel for stabilisation models
STOCKHOLM — Americans Robert Hall and Michael Woodford were awarded the Nobel economics prize Monday for their work on how monetary and fiscal policy can better stabilise disruptive economic fluctuations.The two were honoured for developing new models for managing recessions and other crises that f»»»
E-commerce programme launched to boost SMEs’ digital export
AMMAN — The E-commerce Programme for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) has been launched under a regional initiative aimed at strengthening digital trade and e-commerce across the Middle East and North Africa.The Programme is in cooperation with the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Supply, t»»»
Lula campaign accuses Meta of election interference in Brazil runoff
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva’s campaign has accused US tech giant Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, of interfering in the country’s presidential election in favor of his right-wing rival, Flavio Bolsonaro. In a statement on Saturday, Lula’s Workers’ Party (PT) acc»»»
Libya seizes nearly $1 million of hashish in east of country
BENGHAZI: Libya’s eastern-based authorities have seized about 400 kg of hashish worth around 6 million dinars ($934,000) and arrested some suspects near the coastal city of Tobruk, officials said. Gangs often exploit the country’s turmoil and conflict. The anti-drugs agency’s information and docum»»»
Security and sustainability in space must go hand in hand, envoy says at event in Riyadh
RIYADH: International efforts to ensure the sustainability of outer space must also address security threats, as lack of progress in one area could undermine progress in the other. The warning came from Ambassador Carlos Foradori at the Global Space Connectivity and Sustainability Events 2026 in Ri»»»
Yemen’s Taiz running out of food, fuel and medicine as Houthi siege deepens
AL-MUKALLA: In Yemen’s besieged city of Taiz, Raafat Al-Wafi and his family have begun rationing food and other essentials as a tightening blockade by the Iran-backed Houthis has disrupted supplies of food, fuel and clean drinking water. “We are now eating canned food, such as tuna and other produc»»»
Student killed, 24 people hurt by suspected leftover Hezbollah cluster bomb in north Israel
An Israeli high school student was killed and two dozen other people injured Monday by a suspected leftover Hezbollah bomb as they hiked near the Lebanese border, Israeli officials said. The Israeli military, which dispatched helicopters to the scene, said an initial review showed the explosion was»»»
France: Fire destroys historic covered food market in Paris
The iconic Marché des Enfants-Rouges in Paris was ravaged by fire overnight. Adored by locals and tourists alike, it was believed to be the oldest food market in Paris. There were no casualties, but the market’s vendors have lost everything, and the history is irreplaceable. Details by Charli James»»»
Renewables offer cheapest route to power and energy security, says IRENA chief
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia is accelerating its transition to renewable energy, expanding its solar and wind sectors while strengthening its position in the global energy market, Francesco La Camera, director general of the International Renewable Energy Agency, has said. Speaking to Arab News on Monday a»»»
Oil rises as Trump comments roil energy markets
London: The Brent oil price reached nearly $107 a barrel Monday after Houthis launched strikes on Saudi Arabia, heightening worries about tight global supplies heading into the northern hemisphere winter. Doubts surrounding US President Donald Trump's claim of an "energy ceasefire" between Ukraine »»»
Tunindex closes down 0.22%
TUNIS, Oct. 12, 2026 (TAP) - The stock market closed Monday's session in the red. The benchmark index retreated by 0.22% to 18,563.67 points on a trading volume of TND 14.1 million, supported by a block trade on the BIAT share worth TND 10.5...»»»
Inside Jeffrey Epstein's network: How favours, money and influence kept it running
For years, convicted sexual predator Jeffrey Epstein developed a global web of powerful connections despite accusations of sex trafficking. Millions of declassified documents reveal how he expanded and maintainted his network. Whether he was offering associates $10,000 Bloomingdales gift cards, fun»»»
'Unprecedented' cyberattack targets refrigeration units at hundreds of French supermarkets
Hundreds of French supermarket chains were targeted overnight Sunday to Monday in a cyberattack that affected the refrigerators of up to 200 Intermarché stores and almost 100 Coopérative U locations, according to the retailers. Carrefour said that 80 of its supermarkets had also been hit. Majo»»»
Adieu aux ‘Enfants Rouges’: Tears and shock as fire destroys Paris’s oldest covered food market
A devastating blaze destroyed the French capital’s oldest covered food market in the early hours of Monday, stripping Paris of a cherished venue popular with locals and tourists alike. Traders and residents said the destruction of the Enfants Rouges market, named after a 16th-century orphanage, had»»»
Chinese cars vs Europe: Who will win the battle for the market?
The biennial Paris Motor Show officially opened this Monday in France. Over 200 auto sector brands will be present, rivalling for attention with their latest models and innovations. This competition for attention mirrors the competition for market share. This is especially true between local Europe»»»
Bulgarian Customs Find 348 Kg of Drugs Hidden Among PeanutsOpinions
Bulgarian customs officers have seized more than 348 kilograms of cocaine and marijuana from a Bulgarian-registered truck at the Danube Bridge 2 border crossing near Vidin, finding the drugs in a concealed compartment in the trailer and among pallets of peanuts, the Customs Agency reported. The cas»»»
Dubai court orders woman to pay Dh100,000 over unpaid car sale
Woman ordered to pay Dh100,000 after failing to hand over car sale money in Dubai Dubai: A Dubai court has ordered a woman to pay Dh100,000 to a man after she failed to hand over the proceeds from the sale of his four-wheel vehicle, despite agreeing to transfer the money immediately after ownership»»»
Publishers have built Polish platform for audiobooks
Eight Polish publishers have joined to create Novelist, a subscription platform for audiobooks and e-books, aiming to offer a local alternative to global services. The company says it focuses on curated recommendations from writers, musicians and other cultural figures rather than overwhelming user»»»
Syrian Post restores domestic parcel routes and expands international services
DAMASCUS: Syria’s state-operated postal service has resumed parcel deliveries between provinces and reopened international shipping routes, expanded its network and developed financial and digital services as it seeks to reconnect with customers and overseas markets. Syrian Post’s director general,»»»
Saudi Arabia plans to double strategic oil pipeline capacity to 10 million barrels a day within two to three years
Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman says decades of investment have strengthened energy security Dubai: Saudi Arabia is planning to double the capacity of its strategic East-West oil pipeline to 10 million barrels a day within two to three years, Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman said on Monday. »»»
EU anti-‘disinfo’ effort falls apart after trying to be honest about the US
It was supposed to be a safe space for all the Karens and institutionally-backed wine moms who spend their days policing public discourse like it’s neighborhood Block Watch fodder. Instead, this year’s EU #Disinfo2026 confab in Lithuania turned into a bust. What happened was basically the equivalen»»»
Experts thinking about how much time left until AI bubble bursts
Several prominent investors and strategists warn that enthusiasm for artificial intelligence may have created a stock market bubble, though they disagree about when it could burst and whether investors should still participate. Ray Dalio says rising borrowing costs and investors selling assets to r»»»
Djuric, Sri Lankan FM discuss development of bilateral, economic relations
BELGRADE - Serbian caretaker FM Marko Djuric spoke by phone with Sri Lankan Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Vijitha Herath on Monday about advancement of bilateral relations, strengthening of political dialogue and opportunities for development of economic cooperation. D»»»
Association for Modern Trade Disputes Consumer Watchdog’s Claims on Retail Food Markups
The most common mistake in public discussion is to confuse price indices with retail markups or profits, the Association for Modern Trade (AMT) said in a statement on Monday. The statement come in response to Commission for Consumer Protection (CCP) Chair Maya Manolova’s claim that markups on some »»»
AI changing future of office buildings
Griffin Capital Partners sees the residential sector as Poland’s most promising real estate investment opportunity, citing a housing shortage, rising incomes and demographic changes. Managing partner Maciej Dyjas said Poland has become more attractive to foreign investors over the past three to fou»»»
AMT Disputes Consumer Watchdog’s Claims on Retail Food Markups
The most common mistake in public discussion is to confuse price indices with retail markups or profits, the Association for Modern Trade (AMT) said in a statement on Monday. The statement come in response to Commission for Consumer Protection (CCP) Chair Maya Manolova’s claim that markups on some »»»
South Korea completes trial voyage via strategic Russian trade route
A South Korean container ship has completed a trial round trip to Europe via Russia’s Northern Sea Route, demonstrating the potential of the Arctic passage as a commercial shipping corridor. Seoul considers maritime cooperation with Russia important to its trade strategy, despite joining some Weste»»»
Bill Gates challenges Trump over AI safety and regulation
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has challenged US President Donald Trump’s approach to AI, warning that the government cannot leave the world’s “most dangerous technology” entirely in the hands of the companies that develop it. Trump signed the White House Accord on Super Intelligence last month al»»»
How will new market-making services boost DFM trading?
EFG Hermes launches liquidity services aimed at improving share trading, price discovery Dubai: Investors trading shares on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM) could benefit from improved liquidity, more efficient pricing and smoother transactions following the launch of new market-making and liquidit»»»
Dubai firm expands into Africa with new Nairobi hub
Synarchy Consulting targets growing demand for AI adoption, digital transformation Dubai: As African governments and businesses accelerate their adoption of artificial intelligence and digital technologies, a Dubai-based advisory firm has established a permanent presence in Kenya to tap into growin»»»
Bulgaria’s New Waste Fee System Shifts More Costs to Households, Say Mayors
Bulgaria’s “polluter pays” principle has increased household waste collection fees but distributed costs more fairly, according to several mayors speaking at a forum held as part of the Annual Meeting of the National Association of the Municipalities in the Republic of Bulgaria here on Monday. Muni»»»
Eight tests for the Trump-Xi 2026 détente
When it came, the visit of Chinese leader Xi Jinping to the United States last month was more pomp and pageantry than substance. That did not make it irrelevant. Across Asia, symbolism matters, whether to the Chinese audience at home or to political figures in India, Japan, Taiwan, and the Middle E»»»
Microsoft bets on homegrown AI chip to challenge Nvidia
San Francisco, United States: Microsoft said Monday it will roll out its in-house Maia artificial intelligence chips on a massive scale starting in 2027, making them the main hardware for running AI across its products -- a move that could reduce its reliance on Nvidia. Chips like Maia are the tech»»»
Flames ravage oldest covered food market in Paris
Paris mourns loss of beloved Enfants Rouges food market A fire early on Monday has destroyed the French capital's oldest covered food market, a popular street food venue named after red-clad orphans, authorities said. The Marche Couvert des Enfants Rouges in the Marais district, which has existed s»»»
Bulgarian IT Association Calls for Changes in Information Services AD Management for Greater Transparency
The Bulgarian Association of Information Technologies (BAIT) participated in the regular annual General Meeting of Shareholders of Information Services AD on October 9 in its capacity as a minority shareholder holding 46 shares, the BAIT said Monday. The Association voted on all eight items on the »»»
Ukraine approves key law on Hungarian minority rights, opening door to EU accession progress
Ukraine’s parliament has approved legislation protecting the education rights of national minorities, including Hungarian-language education. The decision removes a major obstacle to further progress in Kyiv’s EU accession talks, although Hungary says it will closely monitor how the new rules are i»»»
Oil rises as Trump comments roil energy markets
LONDON — Benchmark oil prices topped $105 a barrel Monday after Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi movement launched strikes on Saudi Arabia, heightening worries about tight global supplies heading into the northern hemisphere winter.Doubts surrounding US President Donald Trump's claim of an "energy ceasef»»»
Russian Military’s AI Integration Work Is Tit-for-Tat Response to NATO’s Experiments in Ukraine
“The adversary helping Ukraine in the war against us is attempting to adapt military AI systems for battlefield use across various conflicts, testing them against Iran and, of course, against us in both ground and air operations,” military analyst Alexei Leonkov told Sputnik, commenting on the Russ»»»
IENE Participation in East Mediterranean Gas Forum Meeting in Athens
IENE Participation in East Mediterranean Gas Forum Meeting in Athens - Institute of Energy for South-East Europe About UsMission and VisionBackgroundAnnual ReportArticles of AssociationBoard of GovernorsOrganizationExecutive CommitteeScientific CommitteesResearchInternational Advisory GroupCo-opera»»»