AI agents acting without oversight 'would rank very high' among Beijing's biggest concerns Beijing: While AI researchers in the United States fret over out-of-control superintelligence wiping out humanity, Chinese policymakers have until now been more focused on immediate risks, from deepfakes to c»»»

Police charge 47-year-old man known to victim with domestic violence murder Sydney: Australian police charged a man on Sunday for allegedly stabbing a 90-year-old woman to death near Sydney's Bondi Beach. Emergency services were called around 5:15 PM (0715 GMT) after a reported stabbing on Chambers»»»

Maldives says Middle East disruption hit Western arrivals as island spots seek recovery Dubai: Island nations, including the Maldives, Sri Lanka and Seychelles, are counting the cost of a disrupted Middle East travel corridor, as fewer international tourists make their way through the Gulf to some »»»

President Emmanuel Macron embarked Saturday on a symbolic visit to Saint Pierre and Miquelon, a French territory off Canada's Newfoundland, where he hosts Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. The first-ever visit by a Canadian prime minister to the French archipelago in the North Atlantic»»»

AFREEQ urges Philippine property developers to return to QatarDarlene Regis The Association of Filipino Real Estate Executives in Qatar (AFREEQ) is calling on Philippine property developers to re-enter the Qatar market and rebuild a stronger presence, while urging greater professional competence, e»»»

A pedestrian was knocked to the ground and repeatedly kicked in the head in central Budapest on Friday evening. The attack, which took place near one of the city’s best-known theatres, was captured on video. The incident happened on 18 September near the Vígszínház theatre, at a pedestrian crossing»»»

Husband’s fake kidnapping unravels after immigration flags companion’s document When a Pune-based woman went to file a police report about her missing husband, fearing he had been kidnapped little did she expect to find that he had been lying to her and taking a holiday with another woman. Her husb»»»

London: Arsenal's perfect start to their Premier League title defence came off the rails in a 3-0 trouncing by Brighton, while Tottenham remain winless after a 3-2 defeat to Aston Villa. Mikel Arteta's men arrived on the south coast in formidable form having won all seven games in all competitions »»»

Gold prices rose during trading over the past week, with the price of a gram of 21-karat gold, the most widely traded in the local market, increasing by around EGP 110 to reach approximately EGP 6,390. The price of 24-karat gold reached around EGP 7,303 per gram, while 18-karat gold stood at approx»»»

Police acknowledged investigative errors after bank records helped clear Angela Lipps A Tennessee woman who spent nearly six months behind bars after facial-recognition technology helped wrongly identify her as a suspect in a North Dakota bank fraud case is suing the City of Fargo and a police dete»»»

Authorities warn drivers as close-following incident caught on camera Sharjah Police have urged motorists to remain alert while driving in order to prevent accidents and avoid endangering their own lives, as well as those of others on the road. The force shared a video on X and Instagram of traffic»»»

MANILA: A security guard, 35, was allegedly shot dead by his neighbor in Ilocos Sur province in the northern Philippines on Saturday, according to local police. Investigators said the victim went to his male neighbor's house at about 137 p.m. The suspect refused to let him in, yet the victim insist»»»

Drive carefully on this Oud Metha road; take alternative routes If you are in the Oud Metha area this evening, please take note - the roads may be a bit more congested than usual. Dubai Police tweeted that there's been an accident on Oud Metha Street after Bu Kadra Bridge, heading towards Al Wasl S»»»

BusinessGermanyMecklenburg-Western Pomerania: Will economy shape the vote?Dirk KaufmannVoters in the eastern state of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania head to the polls on Sunday, with the Social Democrats and far-right AfD neck and neck. Here's a look at key economic issues that could influence the e»»»

DOHA, QATAR: Lusail International Circuit (LIC) reaffirms its commitment to community engagement and inclusivity by delivering tailored motorsport experiences for attendees of all demographics. In alignment with this strategic initiative, LIC has announced the return of ‘F1 Family Friday’ for the F»»»

Karnataka woman stoned to death; husband and alleged lover arrested A one-and-a-half-year-old child was left clinging to her mother's bruised and beaten body in the Indian state of Karnataka. The 25-year-old mother had been stoned. Two men – her husband and her alleged lover – have been arrested. T»»»

Maritime threats, UN warnings and travel advisories unsettle Gulf passengers Dubai: The regional security situation continues to shape daily life, from flight schedules to airport operations across the Gulf. Here's a round-up of today's key developments and what they mean for residents. Regional de»»»

The FBI temporarily suspended some cooperation with its Canadian counterpart this month after the country’s public broadcaster instructed journalists not to refer to the 9/11 attacks as terrorism without attribution to experts or authorities, the New York Times reported on Friday, citing officials »»»

In Nigeria's Ondo state, at least 49 people have died and 100 others injured after drinking alcohol suspected to contain methanol. Local authorities say 'Monkey Shoulder', a locally brewed herbal drink with high alcohol content is believed to have been the source of the poisoning, but investigation»»»

Germany will cut taxes on gasoline and diesel by about 17 cents a litre from October, the government said Friday. The move comes ahead of state elections in the capital Berlin and the northeastern state of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania where Chancellor Friedrich Merz's conservative C»»»

Police on Friday moved hundreds of migrants from the beaches of Ceuta to a temporary camp in the Spanish enclave's port area. The police operation takes place weeks after a record influx of people into Spain's North African tiny territory. During the transfer, the police struggled to contain crowds»»»

Bulgarian agricultural producers should have the opportunity to join cooperatives that can receive funding to develop and expand their activities, Agriculture and Food Minister Plamen Abrovski said in the village of Elenovo, near Nova Zagora, where he earlier on Saturday opened the “From the Garden»»»

Joint firefighting push aims to curb cross-border haze from Borneo, Sumatra Malaysia will send aircraft and dozens of firefighters to help tackle blazes in Indonesia, Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said on Saturday, after receiving approval from Jakarta. Indonesia has been battling wildfi»»»

Missiles, launchers and counter-drone radars included in the proposal Washington: The United States approved a potential $2.68 billion sale of air defence equipment to Ukraine on Friday, after Kyiv made repeated pleas for support to fend off Russian attacks. The State Department said in a congressi»»»

Jakarta: Malaysia will send aircraft and dozens of firefighters to help tackle blazes in Indonesia, Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said on Saturday, after receiving approval from Jakarta. Indonesia has been battling wildfires for weeks in Borneo and Sumatra that have blanketed parts of th»»»

The Deputy Mayor and Secretary of the Municipality of Kardzhali have been detained for up to 24 hours, Kardzhali Mayor Erol Myumyun told BTA, adding that the detentions took place on Friday and, according to information available to him, were still in effect on Saturday. According to Myumyun, they »»»

Los Angeles, United States: A dog who discovered a burglar in his house forgot his duty to protect the home, instead bringing the intruder a series of toys in an effort to play. In home surveillance video ricocheting around the internet, golden retriever Nash can be seen greeting the criminal with »»»

Residents urged to verify agencies through MoHRE before hiring domestic workers Dubai: Dubai Police has warned residents against fake advertisements and unlicensed recruitment offices offering domestic workers, saying apparently attractive prices could expose families to fraud, financial losses and»»»

AI-driven roadmap to cut crashes and future-proof Dubai’s traffic network Dubai: Dubai Police has adopted a new 2040 vision for its General Department of Traffic, setting out plans to improve road safety and prepare for future challenges. The vision is aligned with the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan »»»

Public told to report suspicious Global Village links to Dubai Police eCrime Dubai: Dubai Police has warned residents to watch out for fake websites and social media accounts offering fraudulent packages for the new season of Global Village Dubai, as scammers try to take advantage of demand for Sea»»»

Atlantis The Royal remains UAE’s only Three Key hotel in 2026 Michelin list Dubai: The MICHELIN Guide has released its 2026 hotel Key selection, with the UAE featuring 82 hotels across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah. Of these, 58 are new additions, and 25 hotels received a MICHELIN Key. Get up»»»

Militants storm Kohat police HQ as deadly siege drags into second day Kohat: The death toll from an explosion and gun attack at a police headquarters in northern Pakistan rose to at least 31, including 16 police personnel, a senior police official told AFP on Saturday, with fighting ongoing. Attack»»»

Singer returns to stage amid backlash over dropped pro-Palestinian opener New York: Protesters and police were expected to greet concertgoers in Philadelphia on Saturday for pop superstar Ed Sheeran's first show since he became embroiled in controversy set off by his opening act's pro-Palestinian c»»»

Kohat, Pakistan: The death toll from an explosion and gun attack at a police headquarters in northern Pakistan rose to at least 31, including 16 police personnel, a senior police official told AFP on Saturday, with fighting ongoing. Attackers stormed the Old Police Lines complex at Kohat, a town of»»»

More than 2,500 police officers ensured public order and citizen safety during a concert featuring international stars at the Bishkek Arena on September 18. According to the press service of the capital’s Main Internal Affairs Department, the performance was attended by over 40,000 spectators. Poli»»»

New York: Protesters and police were expected to greet concertgoers in Philadelphia on Saturday for pop superstar Ed Sheeran's first show since he became embroiled in controversy set off by his opening act's pro-Palestinian comments. Rapper Macklemore was booted from Sheeran's US Loop Tour on Monda»»»

Move strengthens UAE ties with island states on trade, resilience and clean energy Koror, Palau: The UAE has joined the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) as a Strategic Partner, marking a new chapter in the UAE’s longstanding relationship with Pacific Island nations and building on years of close coopera»»»

Smart Ma'man system speeds up emergency response on Sharjah school routes Sharjah: A single press of an emergency button on a school bus can send Sharjah Police the vehicle’s location, identity and details of an incident, allowing officers to assess the situation, contact those on board and coordin»»»

Third suicide in seven months at IIT Bombay sparks protests, exam postponement A 19-year-old student of IIT Bombay died by suicide after he was allegedly found using a mobile phone during an examination, prompting more than 400 students to protest on campus and the institute to postpone the ongoing»»»

The US State Department said it has approved the possible sale of air defense development upgrades to Ukraine for $2.68 billion. "The US Department of State has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Ukraine for purchase of Air Defense Development Upgra»»»

Emirates, Etihad, flydubai and Air Arabia among airlines issuing updates today UAE travellers face another day of mixed flight operations on Saturday, September 19, with cancellations and delays reported at Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah airports. Several Air Arabia and flydubai services have been ca»»»

An automatic wealth investigation procedure will be introduced for politicians, covering those who have held high-ranking positions retrospectively, and those currently taking office will also be subject to review after two years, the prime minister announced on Thursday. Péter Magyar, appearing on»»»

The United States on Thursday said it had approved a $24.3 billion sale of 48 F-35 stealth warplanes to Saudi Arabia. Israel has previously voiced concerns about Riyadh buying F-35s, despite a push to normalise relations. The United States has approved a $24.3 billion sale of 48 F-35 stea»»»

Nigerian authorities launched an investigation Thursday after 37 suspected illegal miners died in a civil defence detention facility in central Niger state, with conflicting accounts blaming either a disease outbreak or overcrowding and poor ventilation. The governor of a central Nigerian state sai»»»

Munich, Germany: Bayern Munich forward Harry Kane has become the fastest player to score 100 Bundesliga goals, achieving the mark in his 98th league match on Friday against Union Berlin. Kane beat goalkeeper Frederik Ronnow to score Bayern's second goal of the evening from the penalty spot after 39»»»

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil: Brazilian police arrested a suspected serial killer linked to at least 16 deaths on Friday in Rio de Janeiro, catching the fugitive disguised as a woman and carrying a baby. He claims to have killed more than four times that number. The suspect was arrested Sunday after a 30»»»

Bulgaria has urgently recalled its ambassador to the United Arab Emirates, Ivan Yordanov, following allegations that a company owned by his father was involved in financing private flights taken by Delyan Peevski. Foreign Minister Velislava Petrova has summoned Yordanov to Sofia and ordered an insp»»»

He claims to have killed more than 80 people Brazilian police said Friday they had captured a suspected serial killer linked to at least 16 deaths since May, who was arrested while disguised as a woman and carrying a baby. He claims to have killed more than four times that number. Get updated faste»»»

Tinubu orders urgent inquiry into deaths of suspected illegal miners in custody Survivors of a Nigerian disaster that saw 37 suspected illegal gold miners die while in the custody of a paramilitary civil defence group recounted their panic on Friday as they struggled to breathe inside the cell. Pol»»»

Two audio units were reported stolen after officers traced the mosque caretaker Cairo: Egyptian police have arrested a man after a widely circulated video appeared to show him stealing equipment from a mosque in Matrouh governorate. The footage, which has gone viral onsocial media, prompted securit»»»