Watch: Airlink jets’ dramatic low flypast over Cape Town stadium sparks debate
Rugby match flyover draws flak online despite airline’s safety assurances One South African airline that wanted to showcase its pilots’ technical prowess now finds itself in turbulent waters. The stunt – two aircraft whooshing past a stadium within a few metres of the top before a rugby match – is »»»
Nepal rescue teams seek hundreds of workers trapped in hydropower tunnels by deadly floods
Supported by experts from China and India, Nepal's rescue teams on Monday endeavoured to reach hundreds of workers believed to be trapped in hydropower tunnels blocked by the devastating flood of mud, water and debris that swept through the Himalayan region last week. Nepal's rescue teams, he»»»
Price of oil rises after renewed U.S.-Iran fighting in Middle East - UPI.com
Oil prices surged early Monday after fighting flared in the U.S.-Iran conflict for the first time in four weeks since U.S. President Donald Trump announced a "pause" in U.S. military strikes on August 1. File Photo by Bill Greenblatt/UPI | License Photo Aug. 31 (UPI) -- Oil prices surged early Mond»»»
How Minister Márton Nagy splashed public money on luxury
While not a single hope, plan or promise Márton Nagy made as economic minister concerning economic growth appears to have materialised, the minister seems to have been more than willing to spend public money – both at the time and in retrospect, inexplicably – on luxury accommodation and private je»»»
Gold falls in Syria as bullion slips on Fed rate-hike bets
Damascus, Aug. 31 (SANA) Gold prices fell in the Syrian market on Monday, with 21-karat gold declining by 50 Syrian pounds per gram from Sunday, while bullion also slipped globally as expectations of a U.S. interest rate hike increased. According to a bulletin issued by the General Authority for Pr»»»
Ruse-Veliko Tarnovo Motorway Section to Be Completed by End-2028, Minister Says
Construction of the Ruse-Veliko Tarnovo motorway on the section between Ruse and Byala, including the Byala bypass, is progressing and is scheduled for completion by the end of 2028, Regional Development and Public Works Minister Ivan Shishkov told reporters during an inspection near the village of»»»
World shares are mixed and oil prices surge after US strike on Iranian rocket launchers
Shares were mixed in Europe and Asia and U.S. futures declined Monday on expectations that the U.S. Federal Reserve may raise interest rates soon. In early European trading, Germany's DAX lost 0.9% to 26,339.04, while the CAC 40 in Paris edged 0.1% lower, to 8,390.43. Markets in Britain were closed»»»
Qatar’s non-hydrocarbon GDP grows by 3.5% YoY in Q1 2026
Doha, Qatar: Qatar's non-hydrocarbon Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by 3.5% year-on-year (YoY) in the first quarter of 2026. The National Planning Council affirmed in a statement on Monday that these results reflect the resilience and economic stability of the State of Qatar despite regional con»»»
Israel to deport British activist seized by West Bank settlers: lawyer
JERUSALEM: Israel will deport on Monday a British activist who was “kidnapped by settlers and assaulted” in the occupied West Bank over the weekend and subsequently transferred to police custody, his lawyer told AFP. Finn Joughin was in the southern West Bank village of Umm Al-Khair on Saturday doi»»»
30 Portuguese companies explore investment opportunities in Saudi Arabia
LISBON: Thirty Portuguese companies and institutions are set to explore investment, expansion, and partnership opportunities with Saudi Arabia, as part of an intensive economic program accompanying Saudi Health Minister Fahad Al-Jalajel’s visit to Portugal. The initiative marks a fresh sign of grow»»»
Dubai stays on top: DXB named world’s busiest international airport for September
OAG data puts DXB ahead of Heathrow, Incheon, Amsterdam and Istanbul for September 2026 Dubai: Dubai International Airport has retained its position as the world’s busiest airport for international traffic in September, with airlines scheduling 4.34 million departing international seats for the mon»»»
Maria Montessori Home opens first kindergarten in eastern Bucharest within Liziera de Lac residential complex
Maria Montessori Home, an education provider with more than ten years of experience in Montessori program, is expanding its presence in Bucharest and will open its first kindergarten in the eastern part of the capital on September 1st, through a partnership with premium residential complex Liziera »»»
China penalises 10 people for misinformation over deadly mudslide
Beijing: Chinese authorities penalised 10 people accused of spreading misinformation online about a deadly mudslide along the Nepal border, police said Monday, as rescuers scour for hundreds missing at a border crossing on the Tibetan side. The penalties, which could range from fines to 10 days in »»»
Yotova Thanks BSP for Backing Presidential Bid
Bulgarian President Iliana Yotova thanked the Bulgarian Socialist Party (BSP) for its support after the party's National Assembly unanimously backed her candidacy for president in the upcoming election. In a letter to Bulgarian socialists, Yotova described the decision as both an important politica»»»
North Korea rejects U.S. ‘hostile’ policy, vows to bolster nukes - UPI.com
North Korea on Monday condemned the "hostile policy" of the United States and vowed to continue bolstering its nuclear arsenal. In this October 2025 photo, leader Kim Jong Un attends a military parade in Pyongyang. File Photo by KCNA/EPA SEOUL, Aug. 31 (UPI) -- North Korea on Monday condemned what »»»
3 goats at N.C. petting zoo test positive for rabies - UPI.com
Aug. 31 (UPI) -- At least three baby goats at a North Carolina petting zoo have tested positive for rabies and a fourth is believed to have contracted the virus, state officials said over the weekend, as they warn those who have come into contact with the animals that they may have been exposed. Th»»»
Two Outbreaks of Sheep and Goat Pox Confirmed in Southern Bulgaria
The Bulgarian Food Safety Agency (BFSA) has confirmed two outbreaks of sheep and goat pox: one in Logodazh, in the southwestern Blagoevgrad Region, and the other in Dzhinot, in the southeastern Yambol Region, the BFSA press office said on Monday. In Blagoevgrad Region, a primary outbreak has been r»»»
Romania rowing team makes history with world title and world-best time in Amsterdam
Romania’s women’s eight claimed gold at the 2026 World Rowing Championships in Amsterdam on Sunday, August 30, producing an official World Best Time of 5:51.88 in a dominant final on the Bosbaan. The Romanian crew composed of Cristina Drugă, Geanina Juncanariu, Ancuța Bodnar, Maria Lehaci, Magdalen»»»
Xi advances a shared future with China’s neighbours
Picked fresh in Kyrgyz villages in the morning, cherries and melons can now travel hundreds of kilometers and reach markets in Kashgar, an oasis city in the southwestern corner of China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, by evening. The journey is made possible by the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan h»»»
Gold prices just dropped in Dubai — should UAE shoppers buy now?
Dubai: Dubai gold prices slipped on Monday, giving UAE shoppers a little relief after bullion came under pressure from rising expectations of a US interest-rate hike. The Dubai 24K gold rate fell to Dh533 per gram, from Dh536.75 at the previous close, while 22K gold dropped to Dh493.75 from Dh497. »»»
IRGC says ship struck 2 sea mines after U.S. declared Hormuz cleared - UPI.com
Iran on Monday said a supertanker attempting to transit the Strait of Hormuz struck two sea mines. File Photo by EPA Aug. 31 (UPI) -- A supertanker transiting the Strait of Hormuz struck two sea mines, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said Monday, days after the Trump administration said it»»»
Qatar to send 243 athletes to Asian Games, eye strong show
Doha, Qatar: Qatar will send 243 athletes to the Asian Games in Japan with the national contingent aiming for strong performances at the continent’s biggest multi-sport event, which will be held from September 19 to October 4. Officially known as the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games, the 20th edition »»»
Russia Has No Reason to Attack NATO Countries - Russian Ambassador
NATO remains the main driver of escalation, and the alliance’s attempts to drag Europe into the conflict in Ukraine are reckless and provocative, Russia’s ambassador to Belgium Denis Gonchar told Sputnik. NATO continues to obstruct efforts to find a political and diplomatic settlement to the Ukrain»»»
Djokovic falls in US Open first round, earliest Grand Slam exit in 20 years
NEW YORK: Ailing Novak Djokovic suffered his earliest Grand Slam exit in 20 years on Sunday, falling in five brutal sets to Mariano Navone in the first round of the US Open. The 48th-ranked Argentine’s 7-6 (7/5), 5-7, 4-6, 6-2, 6-1 victory ended Djokovic’s latest bid for a record 25th Grand Slam ti»»»
NATO Seeks to Turn Arctic Into Front of Confrontation Against Russia, Lavrov Says
Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has accused NATO of seeking to transform the Arctic into a new theater of confrontation against Russia and its partners. "NATO and other Western countries make no secret of their true motives, openly declaring their intention to turn the Arctic into a new fro»»»
'We are sealing Iran's ports and keeping Hormuz open'
The US Navy is running two missions in the Gulf at the same time. One seals Iran's coastline, blocking any vessel from entering or leaving an Iranian port. The other keeps the Strait of Hormuz open, escorting commercial traffic for shipping companies that request help. Navy Captain Tim Hawkins, spo»»»
Magyar’s message to the masses: ‘We are not Hungary’s Got Talent’
The Prime Minister announced on Sunday that he intends to introduce legislative amendments to shorten investigations and criminal proceedings related to the recovery of state assets. In a Facebook post, Péter Magyar wrote that no one wants the recovery of assets and the punishment of those responsi»»»
Incidents of AI going rogue double – Guardian
A record number of instances of artificial intelligence (AI) lying, ignoring users’ commands or acting in harmful ways to achieve its goals were registered last month, The Guardian has reported, citing a monitoring group. Concerns about the safety of AI are on the rise after advanced models by Open»»»
Three talking points from the Premier League weekend
London: Chelsea and Manchester City have adjusted fastest to a Premier League season of change, while Liverpool and Tottenham are off to slow starts. City sit top, ahead of Arsenal's trip to Aston Villa on Monday, after a 4-1 thrashing of Crystal Palace, while Chelsea edged out Brighton 4-3 to main»»»
Oil explodes back above $90 as US-Iran tensions reignite
Oil prices surged in early Asian trading Monday (August 31, 2026) after US forces struck two Iranian launchers on Larak Island near the Strait of Hormuz, and Iran launched missiles reportedly targeting a US military in Jordan, reviving fears of a wider conflict and renewed disruption to crude shipm»»»
U.S. forces strike Iranian island in first military attack in weeks - UPI.com
U.S. sailors are shown on the flight deck of USS George Washington as the aircraft carrier transits the Arabian Sea on Aug. 20. Military officials announced Sunday that U.S. forces had struck Iranian missile launchers in the Strait of Hormuz. Photo courtesy U.S. Central Command/X Aug. 30 (UPI) -- U»»»
US could nuke Iran amid deadlock – ex-counterterrorism adviser
The US could use nuclear weapons against Iran after failing to topple its leadership with conventional means, former presidential counterterrorism adviser Joe Kent has told podcaster Tucker Carlson. In April, US President Donald Trump threatened that Iran’s “whole civilization will die” unless Tehr»»»
Jordan, Saudi business council maps out 2027 roadmap for joint ventures
AMMAN — The Joint Jordan–Saudi Business Council convened on Sunday to establish a comprehensive economic roadmap for 2027, aiming to transition bilateral private-sector ties from individual investments into joint ventures across Jordan, Saudi Arabia and the broader region.Jordan Chamber of Commerce»»»
UAE fuel prices out today: What to expect at the pump in September
Dubai: UAE motorists will find out September petrol and diesel prices today, with the latest oil-market moves pointing to a finely balanced outlook after Brent crude ended August's final full trading week sharply lower. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click »»»
Syrian authorities say killed Assad-era officer after clash
DAMASCUS: Syrian security forces said on Sunday that they killed an army commander who served under ousted ruler Bashar Assad, after he opened fire on them as they tried to arrest him. In a statement, the forces accused Firas Abdul Karim Hammoud of having taken part in anti-government insurrections»»»
UAE participates in Sweden’s World Water Week
The United Arab Emirates participated this week in World Water Week 2026 in Stockholm, as part of preparations for the 2026 United Nations Water Conference, which will be held in Abu Dhabi this December. The UAE participated with an official delegation led by Abdulla Balalaa, Assistant Minister of »»»
Como spoil Allegri's Napoli home debut
Naples, Italy: Como pulled off their latest feat of Serie A giant-killing on Sunday as a 2-1 win at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona ruined Napoli head coach Massimiliano Allegri's home debut. Martin Baturina fired Cesc Fabregas' enterprising side into a deserved lead in the 17th minute as chances»»»
Funeral of Norway's late King Harald set for September 9: palace
The funeral for Norway's late King Harald, will be held on September 9, the royal palace announced on Sunday. Presiding Bishop of the Church of Norway Olav Fykse Tveit will lead next Wednesday's funeral ceremony in Oslo Cathedral from 1pm, the palace added. King Harald V of Norway, who died Friday »»»
Debrecen stabbing tragedy: 23-year-old man dies after being stabbed in the heart
A 23-year-old man has died after being stabbed in the heart during an attack in Debrecen in the early hours of Saturday morning. According to eyewitness accounts cited by RTL Híradó, the two young men had confronted the alleged attacker after seeing him assaulting a woman in the street. As previous»»»
Albania Moves to Expand Digital Consular Services With New Virtual Diplomatic Presence
Consular services for Albanians at home and abroad are set to enter a new digital phase, with Albania’s Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs preparing to launch a Virtual Diplomatic Presence, a single digital platform designed to provide information and consular services even in countries where »»»
Frankly Speaking: How prepared is Yemen’s military to confront Houthi escalation?
RIYADH: Yemen’s armed forces have transformed their ability to confront the Houthis, coordinating their response across multiple fronts and overturning the Iran-backed militia’s assumptions about how government forces would react to renewed attacks, according to the military’s newly appointed spoke»»»
How ‘hidden VIP Pass’ helps neurodivergent families navigate daily life
Dubai: For many families raising neurodivergent children, navigating everyday life can present challenges that often go unnoticed by others. From crowded public spaces to long queues and travel-related stress, simple daily activities can require careful planning and extra support. In the UAE, howev»»»
Nepal warns of possible fresh flooding as communities grapple with devastation
DHADING: Authorities in Nepal warned of possible fresh flooding on Sunday and urged residents in flood-affected districts to remain on high alert after water levels rose in the Bhotekoshi River. Flood warning notices were sent to people’s phones early Sunday as rescue crews worked to clear a major »»»
UAE temperature crosses 50°C as Bada Dafas records day’s highest reading
Dubai: Temperatures in the UAE crossed the 50°C mark on Sunday, with Bada Dafas in Abu Dhabi’s Al Dhafrah region recording the country’s highest temperature at 50.1°C, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). The peak was recorded at 1:30pm UAE time, as intense late-summer heat persis»»»
Trump admin advances tax crackdown on Soros foundation – media
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) are close to stripping multiple left-wing nonprofits, including George Soros’ Open Society Foundations (OSF), the Southern Poverty Law Center, and the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), of their tax-free status, t»»»
Afghanistan Five Years After America Left: What Kabul Became
“When Ashraf Ghani goes, we’ll go with him. And he’ll go when the Americans do.” The conversation took place on the balcony of a luxury high-rise in Shahr-e Naw, central Kabul. The man speaking to me was a young government employee, and Ashraf Ghani was serving his second term as president of the I»»»
GCC inflation stays muted as Middle East conflict raises global price fears
RIYADH: Inflation across the Gulf Cooperation Council remained subdued in June and July despite oil and gas price fluctuations linked to the ongoing US-Iran conflict, according to Kamco Invest. In its latest report, the Kuwait-based investment firm said the geopolitical situation in the Middle East»»»
“From Nabatieh to Mansouri: Israel’s Artillery and Warplanes Pound Southern Lebanon”
Israeli occupation forces launched a fresh wave of heavy artillery shelling and airstrikes across southern Lebanon on Sunday, targeting the Zawtar River corridor, the Ali al-Taher heights, and the outskirts of multiple towns in what appears to be a systematic campaign of bombardment despite a nomin»»»
Tisza government takes back EUR 276 million in state assets as KEKVA system is dismantled
The liquidation of Hungary’s public interest asset management foundations has been completed, with assets previously transferred to the foundations returning to the state. Transport and Investment Minister Dávid Vitézy says four foundations alone have returned around HUF 100 billion (EUR 276 millio»»»
Erdoğan: Türkiye will continue to defend truth, justice and peace
Ankara, Aug. 30 (SANA) Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said Türkiye would continue to defend truth, justice, peace and stability despite provocations aimed at undermining stability. In a message to the Turkish people marking the 104th anniversary of Victory Day on Sunday, Erdoğan said Türkiy»»»