Despite midterm setback, Trump retains power to shape the Middle East Dubai: Donald Trump has spent more than a decade dominating American politics and reshaping the world’s expectations of US leadership. But after a sweeping midterm election defeat, a new question is confronting Washington and the»»»

For the first time since 1973, an Algerian military convoy has crossed into neighbouring Niger, after parliamentary approval was given for the deployment of the army beyond the country’s borders. In agreement with Nigerien authorities, the troops have begun securing oil-tanker convoys and protectin»»»

Washington, United States: Democrats seized control of the US Congress on Tuesday, capturing the Senate and House of Representatives in a stunning, nationwide rejection of Donald Trump set to put the brakes on the final two years of his presidency. The Democratic landslide will give the opposition »»»

The claims that the Government will steal from Bulgarian citizens’ pensions through the second pension pillar are unfounded, Prime Minister Rumen Radev underscored at the beginning of the regular Council of Ministers meeting on Wednesday. "It is time for some politicians to realize that the electio»»»

WASHINGTON: Progressive favorite Abdul El-Sayed has defeated Republican Mike Rogers in a bitter campaign for Michigan’s open Senate seat, giving the Democratic Party’s left wing a breakthrough victory in one of the nation’s most important swing states. El-Sayed, the son of Egyptian immigrants, will»»»

By Sarah Raad At the beating heart of Beirut, where the tragedies of everyday life intertwine with an indomitable will, Al-Madina Theatre, located on the famous Hamra Street, hosts an extraordinary performance that breaks tragedy free from its traditional confines, confronting audiences with the ra»»»

Defence Ministry employees won't get a pay raise in 2027, Defence Minister Dimitar Stoyanov said on Nova TV Wednesday. "The reasons are clear," he said. "Despite my wish and that of the Council of Ministers and the Finance Minister, the resources are scarce. If we choose to increase wages, we will »»»

Animal cruelty cases brought protesters onto Bulgaria’s streets and renewed demands for stronger enforcement, with campaigners pressing police, prosecutors and courts to turn legal protections into effective action. The latest case concerned a Yorkshire terrier fatally kicked in Sofia’s Krastova Va»»»

Bulgarian Defense Minister Dimitar Stoyanov has ruled out salary increases in 2027, saying that higher pay would require cuts to social spending, while acknowledging that the country's armed forces still lag behind NATO in technological modernization. Stoyanov discussed the modernization of the Bul»»»

Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev has assured household consumers that electricity and heating prices will remain unchanged, while defending his government's approach to energy costs and fiscal policy. Radev stressed that the Energy and Water Regulatory Commission (EWRC) operates independently a»»»

The 3rd Mechanized Battalion, part of the 3rd Brigade Command in Blagoevgrad (Southwestern Bulgaria), is conducting the live-fire tactical exercise Eagle Strike 26 at the Koren training area from November 3 to 5, the Defence Ministry announced on Wednesday. The exercise involves military personnel »»»

Voters deliver sharp rebuke to Trump's policies in pivotal midterm elections Voters did not misread the moment. They read the receipts. On November 3, 2026, Democrats captured both the Senate and the House of Representatives. Before that, half of voters told exit pollsters they saw the election as »»»

Doha, Qatar: Al Rayyan SC will look to strengthen their bid for a place in the AFC Champions League Two knockout stage when they host Oman’s Al Nahda in a Group C match at Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium today. With seven points from three matches, Saudi Arabia’s Al Taawoun lead the group, one point ahead of»»»

Doha, Qatar: Al Duhail SC suffered their first defeat in the Gulf Club Champions League after Saudi Arabia’s Neom handed them a 3-0 loss in a Group A match at Al-Watani Club Stadium in Tabuk yesterday. Saeed Benrahma scored twice, finding the net in the fourth and 87th minutes, while Abdulmalik Al-»»»

Voters deliver sharp rebuke to Trump's policies in pivotal midterm elections Voters did not misread the moment. They read the receipts. On November 3, 2026, Democrats captured both the Senate and the House of Representatives. Before that, half of voters told exit pollsters they saw the election as »»»

Prime Minister Luca Niculescu held a telephone conversation on Tuesday with Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Secretary-General Mathias Cormann, after which he said Romania remained fully committed to its goal of joining the OECD as soon as ...»»»

The Michigan medical administrator rallied voters on leftist campaign promises Detroit: Democrat Abdul El Sayed won Michigan's US Senate race over former Republican lawmaker Mike Rogers, US networks said early Wednesday, making him the first Muslim elected to the upper chamber of Congress. "Michiga»»»

In an interview with BTA, General Labour Inspectorate Executive Director Ekaterina Asenova said they aim is that youths be informed from the earliest age possible about their rights but also their obligations when they start their first job. She recalled that the Inspectorate establishes violations»»»

Detroit: Democrat Abdul El-Sayed said early Wednesday that he had won a US Senate seat in Michigan over former Republican lawmaker Mike Rogers, which would make him the first Muslim elected to the upper chamber of Congress. "Michigan, we did it!" El-Sayed said in a speech at his election headquarte»»»

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By Staff, Agencies US President Donald Trump has privately acknowledged the possibility of a “worst-case” outcome for Republicans in the midterm elections, despite occasionally expressing confidence that his party could perform better than pre-election polls suggest, according to a report. CNN publ»»»

By Staff, Agencies “Israeli” military and finance officials are examining how the country would finance existing arms purchases and replenish military equipment and ammunition depleted during three years of war, following US President Donald Trump’s announcement that Washington intends to end its f»»»

Doha, Qatar: Boeing reaffirmed its deep-rooted partnership with Qatar in addition to highlighting the enduring resilience of Middle Eastern carriers, which continue to push forward with aggressive growth and fleet commitment plans despite ongoing geopolitical and supply chain hurdles. During a medi»»»

By Staff, Agencies Major General Mohsen Rezaei, Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council [SNSC], has rejected Washington’s latest diplomatic response to Tehran’s demands, describing it as “unconvincing” and stressing that the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until the United States »»»

Washington, United States: Democrat Gina Hinojosa unseated incumbent Texas Governor Greg Abbott in Tuesday's US midterms elections, media projections showed, in a stunning triumph for her party in the Lone Star State. Hinojosa, a 52-year-old attorney and state lawmaker, is part of a new generation »»»

Trump said he had no regrets over endorsing Republican Senate candidates who lost US President Donald Trump said he was “absolutely willing” to accept the results of the midterm elections and work with Democrats, despite Republican losses that handed the opposition party control of the Senate. In a»»»

Doha, Qatar: Adviser to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) Dr Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari has said that Qatar’s mediation efforts (between the US and Iran) continue with a view to reaching an agreement that brings the crisis to an end through a »»»

Trump vows to veto Democrats’ agenda, raising fears of gridlock in Washington Washington: Democrats have retaken control of the U.S. Senate, delivering a decisive rebuke of Republican control of governance in Washington and ushering in a new era of congressional resistance to President Donald Trump»»»

WASHINGTON: Democrats have retaken control of the US Senate, delivering a decisive rebuke of Republican control of governance in Washington and ushering in a new era of congressional resistance to President Donald Trump. The midterm elections that came to a close Tuesday channeled voters’ deep frus»»»

More than 100 million American voters are expected to head to the polls this week to elect 435 members of the House of Representatives and 35 senators, who will together form the country’s 120th Congress. Throughout history, the US president’s party has generally suffered losses in the midterm elec»»»

Roy Cooper's win against Republican Michael Whatley gives Democrats a key victory Washington: Democrats flipped a Senate seat in North Carolina and won races in Georgia and New Hampshire on Tuesday as they tried to recapture majorities in Congress and break Republicans' unified hold on power in Was»»»

Abu Dhabi Police advised drivers to follow the changing speed limits for their safety Dubai: Thick fog blanketed parts of Abu Dhabi on Wednesday morning, with the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) issuing red and yellow fog alerts across large areas of the emirate, ahead of a spell of unsettled »»»

Roy Cooper's win against Republican Michael Whatley gives Democrats a key victory Washington: Democrats flipped a Senate seat in North Carolina and won races in Georgia and New Hampshire on Tuesday as they tried to recapture majorities in Congress and break Republicans' unified hold on power in Was»»»

NCM forecasts rain in eastern and northern areas, with fog, 90% humidity and blowing dust Dubai: Rain is possible across parts of the UAE from Wednesday to Saturday, with temperatures reaching 38°C, humidity climbing to 90 per cent and winds potentially causing blowing dust, according to the Nation»»»

The 17-year-old created IKRAA to build reading habits through goals, credits and rewards Dubai: Like many children his age, Rakan would rather spend time on his tablet than pick up a book. His parents tried encouraging him to read, but it often took repeated reminders, and reading was never somethi»»»

Donald Trump promised Americans a “Golden Age” when he returned to the White House in January 2025. Since then, his administration has slashed government spending through DOGE, ramped up mass deportations, expanded ICE operations and pursued an aggressive crackdown on DEI programmes and transgender»»»

As Americans head to the polls for the midterm elections, François Picard welcomes historian Timothy Snyder, professor at the University of Toronto's Munk School of Global Affairs, for a conversation about the future of American democracy, the growing political influence of technology billionaires »»»

LONDON — Stock markets wavered Tuesday amid growing nervousness about the debt-fuelled spending by AI heavyweights, though the focus was squarely on US midterm elections that could reshape President Donald Trump's final two years in office.Oil prices resumed their declines meanwhile on fresh hopes »»»

Nairobi: Kenya's Ministry of Health announced Tuesday that five Ebola patients had recovered and been discharged, while 46 additional contacts had completed their monitoring period and been released from quarantine. Patrick Amoth, director-general for health in the Ministry of Health, said the five»»»

Fare increases of up to 20% in Europe, while US holiday flights reach decade highs Dubai: UAE residents planning overseas trips for the December holidays face growing pressure on travel budgets as airlines worldwide warn of higher ticket prices, with soaring jet fuel costs forcing carriers to recon»»»

HERZLIYA, Israel: Israel’s attorney general asked the intelligence services to submit progress of a probe into alleged poll fraud involving Arab parties, as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s party accused her of covering up “manipulation” ahead of the official results on Wednesday. President Isaa»»»

Villarreal: Reigning champions Paris Saint-Germain scored four times in the first 17 minutes on their way to a 6-0 demolition of Villarreal in Spain in the Champions League on Tuesday, as the French side shrugged off injuries to key players to maintain their perfect record in the competition this s»»»

AMMAN — Exports from Jordan’s garment and leather sector rose by 3.4 per cent during the first eight months of 2026, reaching JD1.236 billion, compared with JD1.196 billion during the same period in 2025, according to Jordan Chamber of Industry (JCI) data.The sector’s representative at the JCI, Iha»»»

Bomb threats targeted at least 10 European airlines on Tuesday, forcing the temporary closure of a Warsaw airport and affecting at least four Ryanair flights. No explosives were found after the planes all took off and landed safely in different European cities.  About 10 European flights were »»»

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky last week heralded the success of Operation Veles, during which Kyiv sent troops deep into a disused gas pipeline in the Kupiansk region to confront Russian troops. These underground tactics, which Russian forces have been using for more than two years to slip»»»

BUTEMBO, Congo: Whenever Jerkis Mahamba hears a child cry out in the Ebola ward in Butembo, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, he puts on ​protective gear and rushes to their side. He has a very good idea of what they are going through. Mahamba caught the highly infectious disease himself in Sep»»»

On 28 October 2026, Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announced from Moscow, on the sidelines of the Russia–Africa Summit, that Ethiopia had received 12 Su-35 fighter jets and would subsequently take delivery of four batteries of the S-400 air defence system. He thanked Russian President Vladimir»»»

LONDON: The Japanese Embassy in Saudi Arabia said Tuesday it had canceled the sixth Japan Festival, scheduled for November. “Although we know many of you were looking forward to this year’s Japan Festival, we have made this difficult decision, prioritizing the safety of all our visitors and partici»»»

Emergency measures ensure votes are secure despite machine glitch Ballot machines malfunctioned in a hotly contested House race in New York state Tuesday, prompting right-wing influencers to fling unfounded allegations of US midterms voter fraud even as local election officials insisted all ballots»»»

Russia will not be drawn into an arms race with Europe and is instead pushing for a new security agreement, Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has said. Speaking at the Fourth Minsk International Conference on Eurasian Security on Tuesday, Lavrov warned against further confrontation and urged European »»»