Israeli Raids Across West Bank Leave One Dead, Dozens Arrested
A young Palestinian man was martyred and approximately 60 others were arrested during a series of Israeli military raids across the occupied West Bank on Wednesday, which also saw widespread property damage and the seizure of homes. The Israeli occupation forces detain the 13-year-old child Awad Wa»»»
EU Youth Short Film Festival 2025 celebrates young filmmakers
Doha, Qatar: The delegation of the European Union to the State of Qatar concluded the second edition of the EU Youth Short Film Festival on November 25 at Doha Sands Beach, celebrating the power of youth storytelling, cultural dialogue, and creative exchange between Europe and Qatar. Over the cours»»»
Minister of Education, Sudanese counterpart visit Qatar Science and Technology Secondary School
Minister of Education and Higher Education H E Lolwah bint Rashid bin Mohammed Al Khater visited with Minister of Education of the Republic of Sudan H E Dr. Al-Tuhami Al-Zain Hajar and Ambassador of Sudan to Qatar H E Badreddine Abdullah Mohammed Ahmed, Qatar Science and Technology Secondary School»»»
Qatar participates in General Assembly of Bureau International Des Expositions
Qatar participated in the 177th session of the General Assembly of the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE) in Paris, with the participation of representatives from member states to discuss key reports and the latest developments related to upcoming international exhibitions. The delegation o»»»
Three arrested as Hong Kong complex blaze death toll climbs to 55 - UPI.com
Smoke billows from an apartment complex fire in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong, China, on Thursday, November 27, 2025. The fire, which started on Wednesday, 26 November, has killed at least 55 people. File Phone by Leung Man Hei/EPA Nov. 27 (UPI) -- Authorities in Hong Kong on Thursday announced »»»
Cold weather on Thursday
Tunis, Nov. 27(TAP) – The weather, on Thursday, will be cold with scattered showers in the north—temporarily stormy along the northern coasts and at times heavy in the extreme northwest. Light, intermittent rain may also affect other regions, with a...»»»
GERB-UDF Floor Leader Borissov Claims He Told PM, Finance Minister to Withdraw 2026 State Budget Bill or Work with Previous Budget
Commenting on the upcoming second-reading vote on the 2026 State Budget Bill, GERB-UDF Floor Leader and GERB Chair Boyko Borissov told reporters in Parliament’s lobby on Thursday that he had advised Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov and Finance Minister Temenuzhka Petkova to withdraw the draft budget»»»
Hamas calls for fighters to be allowed out of Gaza tunnels
The Palestinian militant group Hamas called on mediating countries Wednesday to pressure Israel to allow safe passage for dozens of its fighters holed up in tunnels in the southern Gaza Strip. The request came after the Israeli military said it killed over 20 Hamas members over the past week "who a»»»
Houthi Condolences Signal Call for Hezbollah to Resume Fight
Condolence messages sent by Yemen’s Houthi movement to Hezbollah’s deputy secretary-general, Naim Qassem, after the killing of senior commander Haytham Ali Tabtabai in an Israeli airstrike on Beirut’s southern suburb last Sunday, quickly took on a political edge. Rather than merely expressing grief»»»
Detention ordered of Director General and Director of Finance of Libyan Post, Telecoms and Information Technology Holding Co. for fund mismanagement
The Attorney General’s Office reported yesterday that the investigating authority has ordered the detention of the Director General of the state Libyan Post, Telecommunications and Information Technology Holding Company (LPTIC) and the company’s Director of Finance. The Deputy Prosecutor at the Att»»»
DXB issues travel advisory ahead of December peak
Dubai: Dubai Airports, the operator of the world's busiest hub Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central (DWC), has issued a travel advisory urging passengers to plan ahead as DXB gears up for a record-breaking year-end travel wave. A whopping 10 million passengers are expected to pass thro»»»
TCL showcases high-efficiency, IoT-enabled and durable climate solutions at The Big 5 Dubai 2025
Dubai: TCL, a global leader in smart technology and climate solutions, is showcasing its latest portfolio of energy-efficient, intelligent and highly durable HVAC and energy systems at The Big 5 Dubai 2025, the region’s most influential event for the construction and built-environment sector. The c»»»
11 railway workers killed as test train hits crew in Yunnan, China
Eleven railway workers were killed and two others injured after a test train struck a work crew in China’s Yunnan province early Thursday, state media reported. The crash happened at Luoyangzhen Station in Kunming when Test Train No. 55537, which was checking seismic equipment, hit workers who had »»»
Millions clinches Ras Laffan Cup as Mazur completes treble at Al Rayyan
Doha, Qatar: Millions stepped up impressively, clinching the Ras Laffan Cup - the 1100m Thoroughbred Open race for 3YOs - at Al Rayyan Racecourse yesterday. The seven-year-old chestnut gelding, owned and trained by Abdulaziz Ali Al-Kathiri, was expertly guided by Szczepan Mazur, who waited calmly b»»»
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Omar Hamad: Steering W Doha’s legacy into a bold new era
Where Energy Meets Elegance For over a decade, W Doha has stood as a trailblazer in Qatar’s hospitality scene, a legacy hotel that introduced the city to a new standard of lifestyle-driven luxury. Known for its vibrant design, eclectic energy, and world-class service, W Doha remains a destination w»»»
CSTO summit begins in capital of Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG
The Heads of State of the CSTO member states have arrived in Bishkek to participate in the regular session of the Collective Security Council chaired by President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov. Protocol meetings and welcoming ceremonies for official delegations were held before the meeting. President»»»
UAE Ministry of Defense honours the sacrifices of the nation’s heroes on Commemoration Day
On the occasion of Commemoration Day in the UAE, the nation stands proud of its loyal sons who gave their lives in defense of the land, its leadership, and its flag. Marking this occasion, several leaders of the UAE Armed Forces expressed pride and gratitude for the martyrs and their acts of valor »»»
Russia Will Assume CSTO Chairmanship in 2026 - Kyrgyz President
BISHKEK (Sputnik) - The chairmanship of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO), in accordance with the adopted procedure, passes from Kyrgyzstan to Russia in 2026, Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov said on Thursday. "Dear friends, in accordance with the adopted procedure, the next chairman»»»
Borissov Blinks First: The Bulgarian Government Pulls Controversial 2026 Budget After Night of Protests
GERB leader Boyko Borissov announced in the Bulgarian parliament that the draft state budget for 2026 will be withdrawn. His statement came less than 24 hours after the large protest in central Sofia, where demonstrators surrounded the National Assembly, blocked exits and created a situation in whi»»»
Comoros stun Yemen in thriller as Oman, Bahrain and Sudan advance
Doha, Qatar: Millions stepped up impressively, clinching the Ras Laffan Cup - the 1100m Thoroughbred Open race for 3YOs - at Al Rayyan Racecourse yesterday. The seven-year-old chestnut gelding, owned and trained by Abdulaziz Ali Al-Kathiri, was expertly guided by Szczepan Mazur, who waited calmly b»»»
‘AI emerges as next frontier for telecom growth’
Doha, Qatar: As artificial intelligence (AI) advances from experimental technology to enterprise backbone, the global telecom industry is positioning itself at the forefront of its adoption. At the Mobile World Congress (MWC Doha) 2025, industry leaders highlighted how AI, especially agentic and so»»»
Al Messila, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Doha, welcomes Kazem Shamas as General Manager
Al Messila, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Doha, proudly announces the appointment of Kazem Shamas as its new General Manager. Bringing over two decades of distinguished hospitality experience, Kazem joins the resort with a proven track record of strategic leadership, operational excellence, and»»»
Militants Kill 3 Police Officers in Attack on Checkpoint in Northwest Pakistan
A group of militants armed with assault rifles attacked a roadside police checkpoint overnight in northwest Pakistan, killing three officers before fleeing, police said Thursday. Officers returned fire at the checkpoint in Hangu, a district in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, and it was not immediately»»»
Dubai to host exclusive KAILO Summit showcasing breakthrough in cellular health and longevity
Dubai: Following the success of the inaugural KAILO Summit held in May in Australia, KAILO will now host its first international edition in Dubai with the exclusive, invite-only KAILO Summit Dubai taking place on Saturday, 29 November 2025 at Talise Spa, Jumeirah Al Qasr. Designed for a select audi»»»
Lebanese living abroad seek hope as they return for pope visit
Rachelle Mazraani is travelling from Sydney to Beirut for Pope Leo XIV's visit this week, one of many Lebanese at home and abroad who hope the trip will revive their struggling country. After visiting Turkey, Leo is to arrive in Lebanon on Sunday for a three-day trip that includes an open-air mass »»»
Truth or Fake - Candace Owens falsely accuses the Macrons of assassination plot in bizarre conspiracy theory
In a post viewed over 43 million times, Candace Owens has accused the French presidential couple of paying for her assassination. She also accused France of being complicit in Charlie Kirk's murder amongst a slew of other conspiracy theories. But with little factual foundation, these accusatins rem»»»
UDST hosts conference on 'Cancer Risk Reduction Innovations'
Doha: University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST), in collaboration with the Qatar Cancer Society successfully hosted the Technological Innovations for Cancer Risk Reduction and Detection conference. Bringing together leading national and international experts to explore the integration of»»»
Qatar, Lebanon discuss cooperation
Minister of Communications and Information Technology H E Mohammed bin Ali Al Mannai met with Minister of the Displaced of the Republic of Lebanon H E Kamal Shehadeh and Ambassador of Lebanon to the State of Qatar H E Bilal Kabalan to discuss areas of mutual cooperation. On the sidelines, Minister »»»
On This Day, Nov. 27: First Macy's Thanksgiving parade held in NYC - UPI.com
On Nov. 27, 1924, the first Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade took place in New York. The first three years, it was known as the Macy's Christmas Parade. 1 of 4 | On November 27, 1924, the first Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade took place in New York. File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo Nov»»»
Daily meat ration for prisoners in Kyrgyzstan to be increased by 10 grams - | 24.KG
The State Service for Punishment Execution of Kyrgyzstan has initiated the approval of new daily rations, substitution norms, and rules for applying and replacing daily rations for prisoners and detainees in the criminal-executive system. The draft document has been submitted for public discussion.»»»
Dubai's 5-day super sale kicks off tomorrow
Dust off your comfiest shoes and get planning. The 3 Day Super Sale (3DSS) kicks off tomorrow in Dubai – which means it’s time to spot and identify and buy. While it’s being called a three-day special, this year, the sale will last for the entire duration of the 54th Eid Al Etihad holidays. That’s »»»
Witkoff's Visit to Russia Still on Track, No Reason to Question It - Russian Foreign Ministry
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The visit of US special envoy Steve Witkoff to Russia is still on track, there is no reason to question it, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov said on Thursday. "I have no reason to question this," Ryabkov told reporters. When asked if Russia expect Witkoff to bring t»»»
Qatar hosts launch of the 2024–2025 Global Education Monitoring Report
Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar, in cooperation with Unesco, the Ministry of Education and Higher Education, and the Qatar National Commission for Education, Culture and Science, hosted the launch of the 2024–2025 Global Education Monitoring (GEM) Report. The launch took place on the second day of »»»
Minister of State for Interior Affairs meets Egyptian envoy
Minister of State for Interior Affairs H E Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Faisal bin Mohammed Al-Thani met yesterday with Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt to the country H E Walid Fahmy Al Faqi. During the meeting, they discussed a number of topics of mutual interest and ways to enhance security coop»»»
Lebanon Drawn into Israeli–Iranian Tug of War over Hezbollah’s Weapons
Lebanon on Wednesday found itself pulled deeper into the emerging confrontation between Israel and Iran over the future of Hezbollah. Tehran declared that Hezbollah’s presence had become “indispensable for Lebanon,” while Israel warned Beirut that stability would not return without guarantees for I»»»
Tesla looks to reset strategy amid sluggish India sales
Tesla has opened its largest sales and service hub in India even as the EV giant struggles with weak sales in Asia's third-largest economy. The centre in the northern city of Gurugram combines an experience showroom, charging, and after-sales services under one roof. The EV maker has sold just over»»»
Sheikh Ahmed inaugurates first Middle East edition of Doers Summit at Dubai Silicon Oasis
Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, chairman of the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ), officially inaugurated the first Middle East edition of the Doers Summit 2025 on Wednesday. One of the largest platforms connecting innovative startups, investors and technology leaders from Central»»»
CC-DB’s Atanas Atanassov Urges PM, Finance Minister to Withdraw 2026 State Budget Bill
Continue the Change – Democratic Bulgaria (CC-DB) MP and Democratic Bulgaria Co-Chair Atanas Atanassov called on Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov and Finance Minister Temenuzhka Petkova to withdraw the 2026 State Budget Bill today, on Thursday. Atanassov spoke to reporters in Parliament’s lobby on T»»»
Bulgaria Becomes Europe’s Automotive Powerhouse: Half of All Cars Use Local Parts
Bulgaria has become a key hub for automotive components in Europe, with roughly one in every two cars on the continent using parts manufactured in the country. The sector now generates nearly €11 billion in turnover, highlighting its rapid expansion over the past decade. According to the business f»»»
French diplomatic delegation visits the Aleppo Industrial City.
A French diplomatic delegation visited the Aleppo Industrial City on Wednesday to meet with city officials and review the challenges facing the industrial sector, offering support to help revitalize the city’s factories. Jean-Baptiste Faivre, chargé d’affaires at the French Embassy in Damascus, alo»»»
Comoros stun Yemen in thriller as Oman, Bahrain and Sudan advance
Doha, Qatar. Comoros staged a dramatic comeback, scoring twice in stoppage time to draw 4-4 with Yemen and then winning 4-2 on penalties to secure their spot in the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 group stage yesterday. Zaid Amir struck in the first minute of stoppage time, with Kassim Hadji netting the e»»»
Lessons from a classroom: Why unforgettable teachers inspire curiosity
What makes a classroom truly unforgettable? Inspirational teachers leave a lasting impression on their pupils. I taught literature and language for about 35 years, but I stopped when I moved into administration. Even now, the classroom stays with me — a place of discovery, surprise, and conversatio»»»
Kings College Doha students win 34 medals at World Scholar’s Cup at Yale University
Doha, Qatar: Kings College Doha students participated in the World Scholar’s Cup at Yale University, USA. Both Juniors and Seniors teams competed, contributing to a standout performance that showcased the school’s commitment to academic excellence and teamwork. The participants earned a total of 34»»»
Sheikha Jawaher Al Qasimi opens 3rd Child Safety Forum 2025
Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Wife of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah and Chairperson of the Sharjah Family and Community Council, on Wednesday inaugurated the Third Child Safety Forum 2025, calling on parents to prioritise quality time and emotional connection as the essential first s»»»
Pope Leo to meet Turkey's Erdogan and Orthodox leaders on first overseas trip
Pope Leo XIV begins his first trip outside Italy as Catholic leader on Thursday with a visit to Turkey, where he is set to meet President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and appeal for peace in the region. The pontiff will follow in the footsteps of his predecessor Francis as he pleads for unity among lo»»»
NOC chairman participates in expanded meeting on new fuel import mechanism through tender
The National Oil Corporation (NOC) reported today that its Chairman, Masoud Suleiman, participated in an expanded meeting that included the Attorney General, the Head of the Audit Bureau, and the Governor of the Central Bank of Libya. The meeting reviewed the NOC’s preparations for launching a tend»»»
Parliament Lacks Quorum, Fails to Convene
The National Assembly failed to convene after only 113 MPs registered in the plenary hall on Friday morning. National Assembly Chair Raya Nazaryan said a second quorum check would be done in half an hour. To begin work the required quorum of registered MPs is 121. /RD/»»»