More than 51 million Americans have cast ballots ahead of the US midterm elections, surpassing the previous early voting record set in 2022. The November 3 elections, held halfway through a president’s four-year term, will determine control of Congress, with all 435 House seats and roughly a third »»»

UAE airports brace for busy winter travel season despite challenges Airlines are preparing to restore more international services to Dubai as the emirate gears up for a winter surge in passenger traffic. British Airways is scheduled to resume flights on November 3, while UAE airports are increasing»»»

JOHANNESBURG: Health ‌authorities in Nigeria investigating two suspected Ebola cases in the country’s northeast region ​confirmed that the samples tested negative after two rounds of testing, the Nigeria Center for Disease Control and Prevention said on Sunday. The two individuals had been isolated»»»

Turkey has nominated its former foreign minister and UN ambassador Feridun Hadi Sinirlioglu for the position of UN secretary-general, state-media reported on Saturday. The submission was officially backed by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan who has been particularly vocal in calling for refor»»»

Doha, Qatar: Al Duhail defeated Al Wakrah 3-1 to join Al Rayyan and Al Sadd on 18 points at the top of the Qatar Stars League as Al Rayyan were held to a goalless draw by Al Arabi yesterday. Al Sadd, who thrashed Al Shamal 4-1 on Friday, remain top on goal difference, ahead of Al Rayyan and Al Duha»»»

Lusail: From children celebrating their first-place finishes to a mother running while pushing her toddler in a stroller, the inaugural PSG QNB We Run Doha 2026 brought together runners of different ages and abilities at Lusail International Circuit on Friday, October 30, 2026, highlighting how spo»»»

The dispute between Ethiopia and Eritrea over the Red Sea port of Assab now extends well beyond that of a maritime facility or outlet for international trade. It reflects a structural contradiction between two states with a shared history but divided on issues like sovereignty, security, borders, a»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar is advancing a range of sustainable urban development initiatives, from smart city solutions and AI-powered building permits to expanding green spaces and waste management projects, as it seeks to enhance quality of life and build healthier, more liveable cities. Marking World Ci»»»

The Republican president said the United States is not in a hurry to take offensive action Washington: President Donald Trump said on Saturday that the United States has knocked out much of Iran's military but still has to "take care of" one or two targets, as Tehran warned of reprisals if attacked»»»

New study challenges century-old theory that comets delivered life’s building blocks Dubai: For more than a century, scientists have explored the possibility that life on Earth began with chemical ingredients delivered by comets from outer space. But a new study suggests those icy visitors may have»»»

DUBAI/ATLANTA: Iranian negotiators held talks in Doha with Qatari mediators on Saturday to discuss paths out of war in the Gulf, a source who was briefed on the negotiations told Reuters, as diplomats try to avert new fighting after the US midterm elections this week. US Secretary of State Marco Ru»»»

SAKHNIN, Israel: A Jewish ex-cop and self-described Zionist might seem an unlikely candidate to represent an Islamist party in Israel’s parliament. But Yoav Segalovitz will soon be seated in the Knesset as a member of Ra’am, an Arab-led party that won eight seats in Tuesday’s election. His decision»»»

JOHANNESBURG: Health authorities in Nigeria are investigating two suspected Ebola cases in ​the country’s northeast region, the Nigeria Center for Disease Control and Prevention said on Saturday. The two individuals have been isolated while officials carry out contact identification, listing and la»»»

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Sayyid Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei has issued a message marking the anniversary of Operation Zulfaqari—the popular epic that drove the Ba’athist aggressors off Abadan Island— and highlighted the factors behind the Iranian triumph during the Sacred Defense (1»»»

PARIS: Hundreds of thousands of mostly young protesters took to the streets across France on Saturday in a third consecutive weekend of demonstrations over living costs and education. About 70,000 police and gendarmes were deployed across the country, and Paris marches were rerouted to the capital’»»»

ZIBQIN, Lebanon: In a field overlooking a lush valley in southern Lebanon, residents of the village of Zibqin balanced ​on branches picking their olives while Lebanese Army soldiers stood nearby. Zibqin is adjacent to Israel’s self-declared “security zone” in southern Lebanon, where Israeli troops »»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe US Offer to Open Dialogue a ‘Positive Step’, but No Plans to Meet Americans at Present: Iran FM 31-10-2026 21:01 PM Foreign Minister Abbas »»»

Share: Editorial illustration – Twenty years of dialogue. The clock keeps turning, Hezbollah keeps its weapons, and Lebanon’s state authority waits at the gate. Lebanon needs a timetable for implementing state authority over weapons. Another open-ended discussion risks giving Hezbollah more time By»»»

The Embassy of Pakistan in Cairo observed Jammu and Kashmir Black Day on 27 October, commemorating nearly eight decades since Indian forces landed in Srinagar on 27 October 1947. Addressing the commemorative event, speakers from various backgrounds, including journalists, academics and students, co»»»

The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) said its decision to raise interest rates by one percentage point was a pre-emptive measure aimed at sustaining the downward trajectory of inflation and ensuring that it reaches the target of 7% (±2 percentage points), on average, in the fourth quarter of 2027. The C»»»

AMMAN — The Fuel Pricing Committee on Saturday announced on its monthly meeting the local fuel prices for November.Reviewing the prices of petroleum derivatives in October compared with previous months, the committee noted continued pressure from rising global fuel costs amid ongoing geopolitical t»»»

AMMAN — The Arab Potash Company (APC) reported a 34 per cent increase in net profit after provisions, income tax and mining fees during the first nine months of 2026, reaching JD169 million, compared with JD127 million in the corresponding period of 2025.According to the company's data, operating p»»»

Rubio says Trump has made no decision on fresh strikes as diplomatic efforts continue Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has warned the United States and Israel against launching fresh attacks, threatening an immediate military response as concerns grow over a possible return to war. The warnin»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Iranian Army Reaffirms Tehran’s Authority over Strait of Hormuz as Oil Tanker Catches Fire After Striking Naval Mines 31-10-2026 19:35 PM A»»»

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham said Saturday he was "open" to the UK apologising for the first time for its role in the transatlantic slave trade but rejected calls for financial reparations. Issues around Britain's colonial history have loomed large over King Charles' ongoing visit to three C»»»

Mojtaba Khamenei tells military commanders to prepare a strong response to any new attack Tehran: Iran's supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei on Saturday warned the United States and Israel against launching new attacks on the country following their threats to resume their strikes after crucial electio»»»

Istanbul: Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Saturday attacks aimed at civilian vessels in the Black Sea were unacceptable, urging Russia and Ukraine to "act responsibly". Despite its ties with both Russia and Ukraine, Turkey has been infuriated by the attacks on commercial vessels in »»»

LONDON: London police arrested Saturday dozens of Palestine Action supporters, who protested there and in Edinburgh days before the Supreme Court hears an appeal over the government’s contentious ban of the group. London’s Metropolitan Police began detaining people shortly after hundreds began a lu»»»

ISTANBUL: Turkiye’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Saturday attacks aimed at civilian vessels in the Black Sea were unacceptable, urging Russia and Ukraine to “act responsibly.” Despite its ties with both Russia and Ukraine, Turkiye has been infuriated by the attacks on commercial vessels i»»»

Every autumn, cemeteries across Hungary are transformed into seas of flickering candlelight as families gather to remember those they have lost. All Saints’ Day in Hungary, observed on 1 November, is one of the country’s most deeply rooted traditions. But what exactly do Hungarians commemorate, why»»»

Paris, France: Tadej Pogacar has revealed he suffered three fractured vertebrae in the crash that ended his season, admitting he is "just happy to be alive" after scans uncovered the full extent of injuries that also left him battling concussion-related balance problems. The Slovenian rider had ini»»»

Manama: Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi underlined that establishing a stable and sustainable regional security architecture necessitates strict adherence to the principles of international law and respect for state sovereignty, bolstering collective »»»

MANAMA: Saudi Arabia’s Ambassador to the US Princess Reema bint Bandar has called on the international community to designate Yemen’s Houthis as a terrorist organization, warning that the Iran-backed militia poses a growing threat to regional security, global trade and energy markets. Writing in Th»»»

Stalprofil Group estimates net profit rose 378% y/y to PLN 33.8 mln in the first nine months of 2026, despite revenue falling 31% to PLN 1.19 bln. Improved sales mix and operating efficiency supported earnings, which included a one-time PLN 13 mln gain from acquiring Proma below its net asset value»»»

The center will start operations on January 1, 2027, the Finnish Air Force announced. It will be located within the Finnish Air Force HQ in central Finland. The center's goal is to monitor space activity, coordinate Finland's actions with NATO and other allies , and run its own space systemsThe cor»»»

Yerevan: Nearly 200 nations struck hard-fought agreements Friday at a UN biodiversity summit, but the outcome was accompanied by disappointment over missed opportunities to address humanity's destructive toll on nature. Delegates cheered as crucial texts were approved in overtime but the celebratio»»»

Americans vote on November 3 in midterm elections that could see Republicans lose control of Congress, endangering US President Donald Trump's legislative agenda. Under the US Constitution, elections are organized by the respective states – but that has not halted US President Donald Trump from try»»»

Doha, Qatar: The General Assembly of the World Confederation of Billiards Sports (WCBS) has elected President of the International Billiards & Snooker Federation Qatar's Mubarak Al Khayarin as WCBS President by acclamation for a four-year term from 2026 to 2030. Al Khayarin was elected during the G»»»

By Maram Humaid, Al Jazeera Gaza City— Mohammed Hamad, 14, was on his way home from school in Deir el-Balah on October 17 when an "Israeli" strike targeted the road he was travelling along. He had finished classes at the makeshift school and was walking home through the al-Baraka neighbourhood with»»»

Vatican urges Hindus and Christians to work together for peace through prayer, dialogue Dubai: The Vatican has called on Hindus and Christians to come together to promote peace, respect, and understanding among different faiths ahead of Diwali, which will be celebrated by many Hindus on November 8.»»»

Residents evacuated from the Russian-occupied Ukrainian town of Oleshky have left for Russia's Anapa city with a Ukrainian delegation, senior official David Arakhamia said Friday. They are expected to fly to Belarus before returning to Ukraine by bus, during a rare ceasefire brokered by the Un»»»

Hezbollah will not escalate over the charges filed by Judge Claude Ghanem against 13 suspects in the Dahr al-Baidar explosives case and "a decision has been made to give political contacts a chance," political sources told the pro-Hezbollah daily al-Akhbar. Hezbollah has not issued an official stat»»»

DHAKA: Bangladesh recorded its highest monthly ‌dengue death toll of the year in October, with experts warning the outbreak is unlikely to ease significantly before December. The outbreak has killed 418 people and led to more than 133,000 hospital admissions this year as of October 30, according to»»»

Family seeks accountability after the girl was assaulted inside the school premises Panchkula: In a horrific incident that has shocked people in the country, a six-year-old student was allegedly brutally assaulted by a Class 3 student at a government school in Haryana's Panchkula, officials said on»»»

NAIROBI: The United Nations political mission in Somalia ended on Saturday after a two-year transition, closing a chapter of more than three decades of UN peacebuilding operations in the east African nation. UNSOM was established by the UN Security Council in 2013 to support Somali authorities in t»»»

Former Minister Mustafa Bayram has stated that “the world is witnessing major strategic shifts amidst international conflict, particularly the US-China rivalry,” noting that “the United States seeks to maintain its hegemony and influence, yet it faces mounting challenges both in the region and glob»»»

Weapons recovered as authorities stepped up action over the killing of the young cheetah Sheopur/Bhopal: The Madhya Pradesh Forest Department and police have intensified action following the death of a 19-month-old male cheetah, KNG22, which was shot in Kuno National Park. Six forest employees -- t»»»

Qatari mediators held talks in Tehran for more than 12 hours on Friday in an effort to reach a deal to restart direct negotiations between the U.S. and Iran and avoid an outbreak of war after the midterms, diplomatic sources told U.S. news portal Axios. The discussions will continue in Doha, Qatar,»»»

By Staff, Agencies Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards [IRG] announced that its Aerospace Force has disabled and seized a US MQM-170 reconnaissance drone over Qeshm Island using advanced electronic warfare systems. The IRG said its electronic warfare systems had brought the unmanned aircraft under con»»»

By Staff, Agencies A federal judge has issued a sweeping emergency order blocking the Trump administration from pressuring election officials across the United States through aggressive measures ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. US District Judge Trina Thompson ruled Friday that the administrati»»»