Humanitarian situation in Gaza continues to deteriorate: Ansari
Dr Al Ansari urged Iranian officials to take steps to distance themselves and the region from the conflict, stressing that the attacks constituted aggression against sovereign states. He said GCC states and other countries in the region had long called for a solution based on dialogue. “Qatar seeks»»»
QF students showcase skills, creativity, at ‘Showtime! 2026’
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Foundation (QF) is preparing to welcome audiences to “Showtime! 2026: The Secret of the Garden’’, which will run from October 7 to 10 at the Pre-University Education Theater in Education City, with the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra (QPO) performing live alongside the »»»
Qatar Airways, PSG join forces for Pink October for the fifth consecutive year
Tribune News Network Paris For the fifth consecutive season, Qatar Airways and Paris Saint-Germain are once again rallying the entire Rouge & Bleu community in support of Pink October. Athletes, employees, supporters, and partners will join forces to raise awareness of breast cancer screening and t»»»
Mamdani releases plan to combat antisemitism amid concerns over his criticism of Israel
NEW YORK: Mayor Zohran Mamdani debuted a sweeping plan Tuesday to combat antisemitism and hate crimes against Jewish people in New York City, moving to assuage concerns from critics who see his steadfast denunciations of Israel as antisemitic. The strategy includes increased security funding for sy»»»
Spain, Portugal and Luxembourg push for 2040 EU renewable energy target
MADRID: Spain, Portugal, and Luxembourg have urged the European Union to set a 2040 target to expand renewable energy, in a letter seen by Reuters on Tuesday, setting up a clash with other EU countries who want the goal to include nuclear power. The European Commission is preparing a raft of new EU»»»
Dubai delivery rider stops mid-delivery to fix dangerous road leak
Mohammed Parvez stopped mid-delivery to tackle a damaged irrigation pipe Dubai: A delivery rider who interrupted his work route to tackle a leaking irrigation pipe that was flooding a busy Dubai Road has been honoured by the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) Dubai for h»»»
Congo’s Ebola outbreak tops 8,000 confirmed cases as disease remains out of control
BUNIA, Congo: The number of confirmed cases of Ebola virus in Congo has surged past 8,000, as the country runs out of health workers to contain the deadly disease, officials said Monday. The outbreak is the country’s 17th and its deadliest. Congo announced an outbreak on May 15, caused by the rare »»»
China's Ambassador Gong Tao: 77 years on a shared journey – Setting out anew with mutual understanding and friendship
The past 77 years have witnessed China’s relentless pursuit of progress through trials and triumphs. Under the leadership of the Communist Party of China (CPC), the Chinese people have opened a path of socialism with Chinese characteristics, achieving the historic transformation from national indep»»»
Perspective - 'Putin's goal is to prolong his power in Russia': Journalist Roman Badanin
A journalist who has spent more than 20 years investigating Russian leader Vladimir Putin and who is recognised as perhaps Russia's finest investigative journalist has told FRANCE 24 that Putin's aim with the war in Ukraine is simply to prolong his power inside Russia. Roman Badanin has just publis»»»
Can Iraq contain its security threats after the US coalition’s withdrawal?
LONDON: When the last US troops leave their remaining bases in Iraq on Sept. 30, Baghdad will assume greater responsibility for a security landscape that remains complicated by two concurrent threats — the remnants of Daesh and powerful armed groups aligned with Iran. The withdrawal marks the end o»»»
NBP: apartment prices are stable, but in real terms they continue to fall
Poland’s housing prices across 16 major cities were broadly stable in the second quarter of 2026, according to the National Bank of Poland (NBP). Asking prices rose slightly, especially for new-build homes, while transaction-price growth remained low, suggesting limited demand. After adjustment for»»»
Albania’s Opposition Challenges Findings of National Security Council
Albania’s opposition has questioned the findings of the country’s National Security Council, arguing that responsibility for a series of alleged security breaches has once again remained unclear. The Democratic Party, through Klevis Balliu, deputy chairman of Parliament’s Security Committee, has fo»»»
Constitutional Court Rejects Opposition Challenge to Ombudsman Appointment
Constitutional Court has rejected a challenge brought by lawmakers from the opposition Democratic Party over the appointment of Endri Shabani as the country’s Ombudsman. The Democratic Party had argued that the parliamentary procedure used to appoint the Ombudsman was unconstitutional. The oppositi»»»
Qatar continues mediation efforts between USA, Iran: Advisor to Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson of Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Doha: Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari affirmed Tuesday that the State of Qatar is continuing its mediation efforts between the United States and the Islamic Republic of Iran to bridge viewpoints and establi»»»
US-Iran war: Talks continue, oil falls — what UAE residents need to know tonight
Trump denies offering concessions as Iran pushes Hormuz plan, flight disruption persists The US-Iran war remains caught between diplomacy and confrontation, with President Donald Trump denying that Washington has offered Tehran concessions even as mediators continue efforts to end seven months of f»»»
Bulgaria, EBRD Sign Memorandum to Support Public-Private Partnerships
Bulgaria and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) signed a memorandum of understanding to help prepare public-private partnership projects, the Economy, Investments and Industry Ministry said on Tuesday. The memorandum was signed by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Econo»»»
France's Le Pen vows to 'counterattack' after top ally Bardella hit by anti-Semitism claims
French presidential frontrunner Marine Le Pen on Tuesday denounced an attempt to "derail" her Élysée Palace run after a media report accused the head of her far-right National Rally (RN) party, Jordan Bardella, of making ant-Semitic comments in 2013. Le Pen said Bardella, who is tipped to be p»»»
Insurance Solutions for Multi-Million-Dollar Construction Businesses
At a certain revenue level, off-the-shelf contractor policies stop making sense. A $20 million construction business carries risks that standard small-business coverage wasn’t designed to handle: multi-site exposures, large crew payrolls, and project values that can exhaust a policy limit in a sing»»»
Lavrov Comments on Poland’s Plans to Produce Patriot Missiles
Russia-US contacts on the issue of “irritants” will take place soon, with the timing being coordinated, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov told reporters on the sidelines of the 23rd annual meeting of the Valdai Discussion Club. He noted that circumstances would eventually compel the United Sta»»»
Trump denies offering concessions to Iran
US President Donald Trump has denied offering any concessions to Iran after indirect negotiations resumed in New York on Monday in the hopes of ending the war he launched alongside Israel against the Islamic Republic seven months ago. Trump took to social media to refute an Axios report claiming th»»»
1968 Thule nuclear accident: The dark history behind the new Greenland deal
The US, Denmark, and Greenland have signed a new agreement to expand American military activity on the island. Washington calls Greenland vital to its security, but an expanded military presence also raises an older question: What risks does the Arctic island take on in return? The agreement builds»»»
China rolls out new measures to bolster its property sector and economy
China on Tuesday rolled out new measures to help boost its economy and sluggish property sector as pressures ramp up ahead of a year-end target for hitting the government's economic growth goal. The measures, some of the bigger moves made this year by Chinese officials, include encouraging targeted»»»
High-speed Etihad Rail link debuts between Abu Dhabi and Dubai, offering budget tickets and local-flavour dining
Five daily trains connect Abu Dhabi and Dubai with Emirati-inspired onboard dining Abu Dhabi: For years, the road between Abu Dhabi and Dubai has meant one thing: hands on the wheel, eyes on the traffic, and a long stretch of highway. This will change from today. Etihad Rail's first passenger train»»»
Retail parks in Poland – capital origin, yields and investment strategies
The growing retail park market has not gone unnoticed by investors. Despite the first investment transaction regarding this asset type took place in 2008, on the course of 18 years the retail park and convenience retail market recorded the investment volume exceeding €2.5 billion so far. Avison You»»»
Wave Międzyzdroje Resort & SPA enters final sales stage
Four years after opening, Wave Międzyzdroje Resort & SPA continues to attract guests throughout the year and has become the starting point for the development of further Wave-branded projects on the Baltic coast. The resort maintains a high average annual occupancy rate, while apartment sales in Mi»»»
France’s Le Pen defiant after top ally hit by antisemitism claims
Paris, France: French far-right presidential candidate Marine Le Pen on Tuesday vowed to hit back at allegations of antisemitism targeting her de-facto number two Jordan Bardella, which have punctured her buoyant campaign at a time she is riding high in the polls. Le Pen, who is aiming to win the E»»»
Singureni Manor Polo Cup 2026 draws international visitors and announces its 2027 edition
Singureni Manor Polo Cup concluded its third edition with all tickets sold, more than 1,000 spectators daily and international visitors travelling to Romania specifically for the tournament. At the close of the three-day competition, the organisers announced the dates for the next edition: 24-26 Se»»»
After a tough 2026 for Romania, ICAP CRIF forecasts GDP growth of 2.5% in 2027
“Romania is undergoing a phase of macroeconomic adjustment, with GDP growth estimated at 0.2% in 2026—below the EU-27 average. This slowdown primarily reflects fiscal consolidation measures and persistent inflationary pressures—factors that are dampening domestic demand and limiting economic moment»»»
From highway to rail: Inside the UAE’s new Abu Dhabi–Dubai train experience
Comfort, culture and speed redefine travel between Abu Dhabi and Dubai Abu Dhabi: I walked into Mohamad bin Zayed City Station in Abu Dhabi today with one question on my mind: can a train really make people drop the car when travelling between the Emirates? A few minutes later, I had my answer. For»»»
Vazrazhdane Presidential Candidate Kostadin Kostadinov Visits Ruse
Vazrazhdane presidential candidate Kostadin Kostadinov visited Ruse. He laid flowers at the city’s Monument of Liberty. Later, at the party campaign stand in central Ruse, Kostadinov met with citizens and visitors to the city. He said that the main question that should be put before the Bulgarian p»»»
UAE programme equips families to support neurodivergent children
Initiative gives parents, caregivers practical tools to understand child development Dubai: Hundreds of parents and caregivers across the UAE have been given practical training to better understand and support neurodivergent children and People of Determination, as part of an initiative that brough»»»
EU seeks energy alternatives after spending over $113B extra since Iran war began
European Union nations have spent over an extra 100 billion euros ($113.5 billion) on energy imports since the outbreak of the Iran war, pushing politicians to seek alternatives to fossil fuels as prices skyrocket. Consumers in some European countries pay nearly 50% more at the pump, equivalent to »»»
UAE launches global SAFE-T initiative to fight digital violence against women
Sheikha Fatima said supporting women has long been embedded in the UAE’s development plan Abu Dhabi: Under the patronage of Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak "Mother of the Nation", Chairwoman of the General Women’s Union, President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwo»»»
Indian delegation in Pakistan for Shanghai Cooperation Organisation talks
Senior official leads delegation to key meeting as Islamabad prepares for 2027 summit Dubai: A senior Indian official is visiting Pakistan for the first time since last year’s brief conflict between the two neighbours, leading a delegation to a key Shanghai Cooperation Organisation meeting in Islam»»»
Global trade remains resilient despite Iran war, Russia's war in Ukraine, COVID and Trump's tariffs
TradeNorth AmericaGlobal trade weathers Iran, Ukraine and Trump's tariffsNik MartinOver the past six years, COVID, two wars and Donald Trump's tariffs have shaken world trade. With globalization already stalling, is this a temporary shock or the start of a great reversal? https://p.dw.com/p/5MxFLDe»»»
Media Review: September 29
OVERVIEW On Tuesday, Bulgarian media focus on proposed tax changes, the new minimum wage mechanism and the finance and economy measures of the government in general. ECONOMY In an interview for Bulgarian National Television’s morning programme Labour and Social Policy Minister Nataliya Efremova sai»»»
30 days offline: Could UAE teens give up social media?
Teens share what they think they would gain and lose by stepping away from social media Dubai: Social media has become deeply woven into the daily lives of teenagers, from keeping up with friends and school activities to following news, discovering opportunities, and simply passing time. But what w»»»
AI: Concern grows as Germany plans to double data center capacity
PoliticsGermanyAI: Germany plans to double data center capacity Muna TurkiGermany is rewriting the rules to attract data center investment from AI companies. But local communities are becoming increasingly skeptical. https://p.dw.com/p/5NBdtA Google hyperscale data center is being built in Dietzenb»»»
Qatar faces UAE tomorrow, aims for top spot in Group B
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia: Qatar will face the UAE tomorrow at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in the third and final round of Group B matches at the 27th Gulf Cup tournament, held in Jeddah. Both teams secured their spots in the semifinals with six points from two wins, with the UAE having the advant»»»
Why Trump rejected Iran’s Hormuz deal but kept the negotiating channel open
LONDON: US President Donald Trump has rejected Iran’s proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days, but his expectation that talks with Tehran will resume this week suggests the negotiating channel remains open. That apparent contradiction is central to the latest phase of the seven-mo»»»
Abu Dhabi LIVEX 2026 unveils Dh100 billion projects across key sectors
LIVEX features 25 sessions exploring different perspectives on the future of cities The inaugural edition of LIVEX 2026 in Abu Dhabi is set to see projects and initiatives worth over Dh100 billion spanning several sectors. Running over three days, the Liveability and Investment Exhibition opened on»»»
Dubai gold buyers see some of the lowest rates in more than seven weeks
24K and 22K are both down more than Dh40 per gram from their September highs Dubai: Gold prices in Dubai remained under pressure on Tuesday, taking 24-karat gold below the Dh500 mark and giving buyers another window at lower prices after the steep declines seen in recent days. Sign up for our daily»»»
Israeli army sets off large explosions in Mansouri, Zawtar and Aitaroun
The Israeli military set off on Monday significant explosions in the southern Lebanese villages of Mansouri, Zawtar al-Sharqiyeh and Aitaroun, while Israeli artillery shelled Baraashit and Mayfadoun. "A massive explosion rocked the town of Mansouri in the Tyre district a short while ago. The explos»»»
Patients’ and Healthcare Workers’ Rights Not Fully Guaranteed, Ombudsman Says
Despite frequent changes to the regulatory framework, the rights of patients and people working in the healthcare system are not fully guaranteed, as evidenced by the complaints and reports submitted to the Ombudsman's office, Bulgaria's Ombudsman Velislava Delcheva said on Tuesday at the opening o»»»
Remembering the Heroism of National Hero Major Milan Tepić
Major Milan Tepić was killed on this day in 1991, when, during fighting with Croatian paramilitary units, he blew up a Yugoslav People’s Army /JNA/ barracks in Bjelovar rather than surrender an ammunition depot to the enemy. For this act, Tepić was posthumously awarded the Order of the People’s Her»»»
Bulgaria’s Home Price Growth Expected to Slow to 10% in 2026Opinions
The residential property market is showing signs of returning to more typical levels after a record 18.3% increase in prices in 2025 Home prices in Bulgaria are expected to rise by no more than 10% in 2026 compared with the previous year, according to Alexander Bochev, chairman of the supervisory b»»»
Estonia: Why young people can't find entry-level jobs
Alena Zhabina TallinnEstonia has more start-up unicorns per capita than almost any country in Europe. Yet for young people here, landing a first job is harder than ever — one in five remains unemployed. https://p.dw.com/p/5NPm8AdvertisementAs youth unemployment in Estonia climbs above 20%, many you»»»
Le Pen’s National Rally gains first French Senate group
Marine Le Pen’s right-wing National Rally (RN) and an allied party have won enough seats in the French Senate to form a group for the first time. The breakthrough comes months before a presidential election in which polls currently put Le Pen in the lead. RN and the Union of the Right for the Repub»»»
Oil prices rise amid concerns over Middle East supply disruptions
London, Sept. 29 (SANA) Oil prices rose for a second straight session on Tuesday as persistent concerns over potential supply disruptions from the Middle East outweighed signs of a recovery in the region’s crude exports.Reuters reported that Brent crude futures rose 63 cents, or 0.6 percent, to $10»»»
Israeli army sets off large explosion in Mansouri
The Israeli military set off a significant explosion in the southern Lebanese village of Mansouri on Monday, Lebanese state media and AFP correspondents said as Israel said it had completed an operation in the area. "A massive explosion rocked the town of Mansouri in the Tyre district a short while»»»