Europe...:Ukraine: Two Top Police Officials Arrested in Majo...
By Staff, Agencies Two senior Ukrainian police officials have been arrested in Operation Carthage, a sweeping corruption investigation into an alleged criminal network involved in drug trafficking, fraudulent call centers, kidnappings, and torture, operating under the protection of law enforcement »»»
Suez Canal for Technology Settling logs 23% YoY higher consolidated profits in FY2025/26 Arab Finance For Information Technology
Arab Finance: Suez Canal Company for Technology Settling recorded consolidated net profits attributable to the shareholders valued at EGP 2.216 billion in fiscal year (FY) 2025/2026, according to the financial results. The annual earnings climbed by 23.19% from EGP 1.799 billion in FY2024/2025. Rev»»»
KSrelief chief calls for shift from emergency aid to lasting recovery
RIYADH: Dr. Abdullah Al-Rabeeah, supervisor-general of the Saudi aid agency KSrelief, recently participated virtually in a panel discussion on ambition for fragile and frontier markets, held as part of the World Economic Forum in Brussels, Belgium. Al-Rabeeah said that the Kingdom had provided more»»»
India's Minister Jitin Prasada visits Hungary
Indian Minister Jitin Prasada visited Hungary from 4 to 6 November 2026, holding high-level political and business meetings aimed at expanding cooperation in trade, investment, pharmaceuticals, artificial intelligence and advanced manufacturing. His programme included visits to Hungarian pharmaceut»»»
Americas...:Paraguay’s Pena Impeached, Placed Under House Ar...
By Staff, Agencies Paraguay's former President Santiago Pena, a close ally of US President Donald Trump and "Israeli" Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, was impeached and placed under house arrest following a massive banking scandal that put nearly three million customers' savings at risk. The Sena»»»
Egypt’s foreign currency reserves reach US$ 57.50 billion
The Governor of the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE), Hassan Abdallah, announced that the country’s foreign currency reserves have climbed to an all-time high – reaching US$ 57.50 billion by the end of October. He further noted that the banking sector’s net foreign assets have reached their highest leve»»»
President Saïed: there is no room for disagreement over homeland, no truce in fighting corruption
Tunis, Nov. 7 (TAP)- Tunisia is going through "decisive historic milestones" and "there is no room for disagreement over the homeland" and "no truce in fighting corruption," President Saïed said. This was as he received Friday in Carthage Speaker...»»»
IMF chief says AI investment helps cushion impact of Middle East war
Washington, Nov. 7 (SANA) Investments in artificial intelligence are supporting economic growth in some countries and helping offset part of the impact of oil supply disruptions caused by the war in the Middle East, International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said. Speaking a»»»
Hackers target Italy foreign minister
Rome: Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said on Saturday he was being targeted by "cybercriminals" who were sharing his personal data online because of Italy's support for Ukraine. "For several days, cybercriminals have been spreading my personal data on the dark web and seeking to obtain fur»»»
US declares Lebanese consul in Michigan persona non grata over pro-Hezbollah posts
The U.S. State Department has declared the Lebanese consul in Michigan persona non grata over social media posts attributed to him praising Hezbollah's 1983 attack on the U.S. Marines in Beirut. The attack killed 241 American service members and the social media posts were unearthed by the Washingt»»»
What to know about the hoax bomb threats that targeted flights in Europe
No suspicious items were found and no one has been injured Bomb threats targeted dozens of flights across Europe this week following a string of hoaxes that caused flight diversions and forced airlines to scramble to keep passengers safe and air traffic disruptions minimal. Fake bomb threats are re»»»
UAE brings joy to Gaza with mass wedding amid ongoing humanitarian efforts
Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 spreads joy to 500 couples in Gaza Abu Dhabi: Dr Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President, has reaffirmed the country's commitment to supporting the people of Gaza, saying its humanitarian efforts will continue regardless of changing global priorities. In»»»
Abu Dhabi Real Estate transactions surge 76% to Dh171.26 billion in 2026
Abu Dhabi climbs global transparency index, ranks 33rd in 2026 The Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre (ADREC) has announced its real estate transaction figures for the first nine months of 2026, with values increasing across all reported categories. Total transactions reached Dh171.26 billion across 38,4»»»
Pakistani astronaut to join China's next space-station mission
Beijing: A Pakistani astronaut will become the first foreigner to visit China's space station when they join the country's next mission into orbit, Beijing's manned space agency said on Saturday. Pakistan and China are close diplomatic and strategic partners, and signed a deal in February 2025 sett»»»
Syria’s yellow corn production surges as drying challenges threaten farmers’ returns
Damascus, Nov. 7 (SANA) Syria’s yellow corn production rose by 42 per cent this year to 475,232 tonnes across 84,381 hectares. Despite the expansion in cultivated areas and higher output, a shortage of drying facilities and rising post-harvest costs continue to limit the crop’s economic potential a»»»
7 years in Beirut, 1 night in Asuncion: Lebanon’s lost savings are a warning for Paraguay
DUBAI: On Nov. 3, nearly 3 million people in Paraguay opened their banking app and found their money out of reach. Ueno, a digital lender whose customers made up about 60 percent of the country’s adults, according to the Associated Press, had been seized overnight. By Friday, the crisis had cost a »»»
Deputy PM Hristov Says Bulgarian Language Should Be Protected
In an interview for Bulgarian National Television that aired on Saturday, Deputy Prime Minister Ivo Hristov commented on the Bulgarian language bill that was passed in Parliament on November 11. The Minister said that Bulgarians have a marvellous language that should be protected. Hristov said: "Th»»»
Indian Air Force makes history with world's highest IL-76 landing at Nyoma airbase near China border
Record landing boosts India’s strategic airlift capability near China border Dubai: The Indian Air Force (IAF) has achieved a major aviation milestone after one of its IL-76MD heavy-lift transport aircraft landed at the strategically important Nyoma airbase in eastern Ladakh, setting a world record»»»
Europe...:Polish MPs Brand Tusk a ’Dictator’ in Parliament...
By Staff, Agencies European Parliament President Roberta Metsola faced a protest in Poland's parliament on Friday, where opposition lawmakers displayed a large "TUSK=DICTATOR" banner and accused Prime Minister Donald Tusk of orchestrating a takeover of the country's judiciary. Members of the conser»»»
Kenz de Rasasi redefines the fragrance launch with Hawas FROST
Kenz de Rasasi sets new heights with fragrance debut and Dh260,000 donation Four days after it set a Guinness World Records title in the Everest region of Nepal, the newest men's fragrance from Dubai's Kenz de Rasasi came home to the façade of the world's tallest building. The night closed with a d»»»
Three months on, haze-choked Indonesia records over 400,000 respiratory infections
JAKARTA: More than 400,000 people in Indonesia have suffered from haze-linked respiratory illness since August, its health ministry said, raising concerns over the long-term health implications of toxic smoke from wildfires that have been raging for months in the Southeast Asian country. Thick haze»»»
Sheikh Mohammed extends Diwali greetings to residents in UAE and around the world
Vice President shares his greetings on social media His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has extended his warmest wishes to everyone celebrating Diwali in the UAE and around the world. In a post on X on Saturday, Sheikh»»»
Beyond trophies: How Saudi Arabia can measure the value of its football investments
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s football investments will ultimately be judged not only by trophies, but by whether they produce self-sustaining clubs, durable commercial revenue and wider economic value for the Kingdom’s sports industry. That test is becoming more important as the Public Investment Fund sh»»»
Qatar to see increased cloud cover from November 9
Doha, Qatar: Qatar Meteorology Department has announced that cloud cover over the country is expected to increase from Monday, November 9, 2026. In a social media post, the department said that, according to its latest weather chart updates, the increased cloud cover is expected to continue through»»»
Occasional dense cloud cover, scattered showers in northern coasts
Tunis, Nov. 7 (TAP)- The weather on Saturday is temporarily cloudy in most regions with an occasional dense cloud cover and scattered showers in northern coasts and some areas in the far southeast.The wind is blowing north in the north and east in...»»»
International News:Guterres Calls for UNRWA Funding as $80 M...
By Staff, Agencies UN Secretary-General António Guterres has called for full funding of the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees [UNRWA], warning that an $80 million shortfall threatens its essential services to Palestinian refugees. UN Spokesperson Stephane Dujarric said Friday that G»»»
Iran executes man convicted of attack on police station
Tehran: Iran executed a man on Saturday convicted of being involved in a deadly assault on a police station, the judiciary said. “The death sentence of Mohammad Aref Shahbakhsh — an operative linked to the terrorist group Jaish Al-Zolm (Al-Adl) — was carried out this morning following the completio»»»
US Mission to UAE warns Americans of increased attack threats
Americans urged to remain vigilant over possible attacks and flight disruptions Abu Dhabi: The United States has urged Americans across the Middle East to exercise heightened vigilance, warning of an increased threat of armed attacks by Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi group and alleged Iranian efforts t»»»
Abu Dhabi warns against mixing household cleaners over toxic gas risks
Mixing household cleaners can turn kitchens and homes into hazardous environments Amid the everyday efforts of families to maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene at home, authorities in Abu Dhabi are increasingly warning against a common household practice that may appear harmles»»»
Prosperous states should play greater role in shaping global peace and security: Prime Minister at Oxford Union
Oxford: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani has called for a greater role for economically prosperous small states in shaping international peace and security, arguing that their collective influence, diplomatic experience and econom»»»
Russian Forces Deal Heavy Blow to Ukrainian Troops – MoD
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Ukraine lost over 345 soldiers in combat against Russia's Battlegroup Tsentr over the past day, in addition to losses in manpower and equipment on other fronts, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Wednesday. This is in addition to:Over 150 Ukrainian soldiers eliminated over the »»»
United States:Amid War on Iran, US Offers $20 Million for In...
By Staff, Agencies As part of its war on Iran, the United States is seeking to expand its intelligence operations against Tehran, offering up to $20 million in rewards for information on the country’s nuclear program, including its facilities, equipment and scientific personnel. The US military’s C»»»
United States:California Voters Reject Proposed One-Time Tax...
By Staff, Agencies California voters have rejected a ballot measure that would have introduced a one-time tax on the wealth of billionaire residents, according to projections by Decision Desk HQ [DDHQ]. The proposal would have marked a first of its kind in the United States. With approximately 76% »»»
Europe...:Protesters Storm Microsoft Data Center Over AI War...
By Staff, Agencies More than 100 protesters broke into a Microsoft data center construction site in Amsterdam's Sloterdijk district on Friday as part of a two-day European campaign against the expansion of large-scale data centers, denouncing the industry for enabling AI warfare, mass surveillance,»»»
United States:US Measles Death Toll Climbs to Eight Amid Wor...
By Staff, Agencies Measles-related deaths in the United States have risen to eight this year following the death of an infant in Wisconsin, marking the country's deadliest outbreak in decades, according to state health authorities. Pennsylvania has reported six deaths, while New York and Wisconsin »»»
Pakistani astronaut to join China’s next space-station mission
BEIJING: A Pakistani astronaut will become the first foreigner to visit China’s space station when they join the country’s next mission into orbit, Beijing’s manned space agency said on Saturday. Pakistan and China are close diplomatic and strategic partners, and signed a deal in February 2025 sett»»»
President Kais Saied: " There must be an end to skyrocketing prices, disguised monopoly" [ update1]
Tunis, Nov. 7 (TAP)- "There must be an end to skyrocketing prices and disguised monopoly," President Kais Saied said as he received on Friday Premier Sarra Zaâfrani Zenzri, Interior Minister Khaled Nouri and Minister of Trade and Export Development...»»»
Telangana student Sreeja Reddy Koya goes missing in Boston after walk
Her family is appealing for help and information; her phone remains off A 23-year-old student from Telangana stepped out of her residence in Boston, US, for a walk on Nov 2 and never returned. She has been reported missing and her family has appealed for assistance even as local authorities continu»»»
United States:US Rapper Macklemore: Nine Major US Arenas Rej...
By Staff, Agencies American rapper Macklemore said Friday that nine major venues across the United States had rejected requests to host concerts planned as part of his Free Palestine benefit tour, alleging that the decisions came after venue operators learned the events would raise funds for Palest»»»
Weekend digest: New UAE traffic rules, Dh25 million Big Ticket win, an A380 suite at home and more
School winter break dates, CBSE 2027 exam updates and new visa options for Pakistanis Dubai: Big changes are coming to UAE roads. New federal traffic rules taking effect on January 1, 2027, will change how long your driving licence lasts, how often you renew your car registration, how many vehicles»»»
Wounded French protesters to sue interior minister over police brutality
Around ten demonstrators wounded at recent protests in France on Friday said they will sue Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez over police brutality. Student and cost-of-living protests in recent weeks have been marred by violence, including reports of police inflicting serious and lifechanging in»»»
China's giant pandas make public debut at US zoo
Atlanta: Giant pandas Ping Ping and Fu Shuang delighted visitors to Zoo Atlanta during their public debut Friday, chewing bamboo and lounging in their new US habitat while on loan from China. A male named Ping Ping and female Fu Shuang arrived from Chengdu in September via a FedEx flight dubbed the»»»
Europe bomb hoaxes widen
The series of hoax bomb scares sent to several Irish media outlets and European airlines are likely part of a coordinated campaign of disruption, according to the Irish government. Dozens of commercial flights have been targetted by email with threats said to be over and above the typical hoax in s»»»
“When one woman rises”: UAE businesswoman gifts iPhones to female employees
Viral video captures emotional reactions to workplace surprise Dubai: A heartwarming workplace gesture by a UAE-based businesswoman has won praise on social media after she surprised all her female employees with brand-new iPhones. A video showing the employees receiving the gifts from Kerala-born »»»
Russia Discovers Exceptionally Rare Blue Diamond
Russian diamond producer Alrosa has discovered a 2.74-carat natural blue diamond at the Nakyn kimberlite field in Yakutia, marking the first recorded find of its kind in Russia's diamond-mining history, the company announced. The gemstone belongs to the extremely rare Type IIb category, whose disti»»»
Palau President arrives in Doha for working visit
Doha, Qatar: President of the Republic of Palau HE Surangel Whipps arrived in Doha on Saturday for a working visit to the State of Qatar. His Excellency and his accompanying delegation were welcomed at Hamad International Airport by HE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al Muraik»»»
President Kais Saied: " There must be an end to skyrocketing prices, disguised monopoly"
Tunis, Nov. 7 (TAP)- "There must be an end to skyrocketing prices and disguised monopoly," President Kais Saied said as he received on Friday Premier Sarra Zaâfrani Zenzri, Interior Minister Khaled Nouri and Minister of Trade and Export Development...»»»
Father stabbed to death while trying to reconcile daughter and husband
Daughter injured after husband allegedly attacks her father with a knife in Alexandria Dubai: A 65-year-old Egyptian man who was trying to reconcile his daughter and her husband was stabbed to death by his son-in-law during a family dispute in Alexandria, according to local media reports. The incid»»»
United States:US Sanctions 8 Canadian Financial Firms Over A...
By Staff, Agencies The US Treasury Department announced sanctions on Friday against eight Canada-based money services businesses accused of helping Iran evade international sanctions and facilitating the movement of funds into and out of the country. The measures were imposed by the Treasury’s Offi»»»
Palau president arrives in Doha for working visit
DOHA President of the Republic of Palau HE Surangel Whipps arrived in Doha on Saturday for a working visit to the State of Qatar. The president and his accompanying delegation were welcomed at Hamad International Airport by Minister of State for Foreign Affairs HE Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi, Direc»»»