Bride and groom killed by gas explosion day after Pakistan wedding
A newly-married couple was killed when a gas cylinder exploded at a house in Islamabad where they were sleeping after their wedding party, police have said. A further six people - including wedding guests and family members - who were staying there also died in the blast. More than a dozen people w»»»
Bulgaria: Counterfeit Euros Discovered After Gas Station Employee Swaps Banknotes
A case involving counterfeit euro banknotes has been uncovered at a gas station in the town of Valchedrum, Montana region, where a young employee managed to replace genuine currency with fake bills during his shifts. The forged banknotes entered the station’s daily cash circulation before the irreg»»»
Tripoli PM Aldabaiba is well after undergoing ‘‘minor medical procedure’’ in Misrata state Heart Hospital
The Tripoli based Libyan government announced yesterday that Prime Minister Abd Alhamid Aldabaiba underwent a minor medical procedure Saturday morning at Misrata Heart, Arterial and Vascular Centre. The Prime Minister’s media office confirmed that his health is good and stable, and that he is being»»»
Iran to Attack Israel, US Facilities in Middle East in Event of Aggression - Parliament Speaker
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Israel and US facilities in the Middle East will become legitimate targets for Iran in the event of armed aggression, Iranian parliamentary speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said on Sunday amid reports of a potential US strike on Iran. The New York Times has reported, citing offic»»»
100 skeletons found in home of man who looted historic cemetery, police say
Police investigators were staking out the historic, 200-acre Mount Moriah Cemetery in southwest Philadelphia on Tuesday evening when their suspect finally emerged carrying a crow bar and a burlap bag. For months, mausoleums in the graveyard, some more than a hundred years old, were being looted in »»»
Three Bangladeshi family members killed in Salalah highway crash
Dubai: Three members of a Bangladeshi family were killed in a tragic road accident on a highway near Salalah late on Friday night. The crash occurred when their car lost control after colliding with a stray camel, according to local media, citing Bangladesh’s Daily Ittefaq newspaper. The accident t»»»
N. Korea accuses S. Korea of drone incursions, warns Seoul 'pay price' - UPI.com
People watch a TV news report at Seoul Station in Seoul on Sunday about North Korea’s claim that a South Korean drone violated its airspace. Jan. 11, 2026. Photo by Yonhap News Agency North Korea claimed Saturday that South Korea infringed on its sovereignty with drone incursions in September last »»»
Iran Protest Death Toll Rises as Alarm Grows over Crackdown 'Massacre'
At least 192 protesters have been killed in Iran's biggest movement against the Islamic republic in more than three years, a rights group said Sunday, as warnings grew that authorities were committing a "massacre" to quell the demonstrations. The protests, initially sparked by anger over the rising»»»
From energy to AI, the Middle East lines up $100 billion a year in investment, report finds
Dubai: The Middle East is lining up more than $100 billion a year in strategic investment by 2026, spanning oil and gas, renewables, healthcare, digital infrastructure and manufacturing, according to a new outlook from Grand View Research. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balanc»»»
Malaysia suspends access to Musk's Grok AI: regulator
Kuala Lumpur: Malaysia suspended access to Elon Musk's chatbot Grok over AI-generated explicit content, the country's tech regulator said on Sunday. The decision follows global backlash after it emerged that Grok's image creation feature allowed users to abuse pictures of women and children using s»»»
German FM Puts Emphasis on Close Ties before US Trip
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul emphasized the importance of transatlantic relations on Sunday as he left for a trip to Washington that takes place at a delicate time due to tensions over US interests in Greenland and Venezuela. "Never before has it been so crucial to invest in the trans»»»
Golden Globes 2026: Where to watch, nominations and everything you need to know
Dubai: The Golden Globe Awards return on Monday morning, marking one of the most important moments in the global film and television awards season, just weeks before Oscar nominations are announced. Where to watch the Golden GlobesIn the United States, the Golden Globe Awards will be broadcast live»»»
From Delhi to Telangana, cold wave brings bitter chill
New Delhi: Large parts of India continued to reel under severe winter conditions on Sunday, with cold wave and dense fog disrupting daily life across the north, while central and eastern regions experienced contrasting weather patterns ranging from biting cold to brief respite, according to the Ind»»»
Live missile firing and unmanned systems trials underline Pakistan Navy’s push toward modern maritime warfare
Dubai: The Pakistan Navy has successfully test-fired a surface-to-air missile during a major naval exercise in the North Arabian Sea, demonstrating its growing conventional and unmanned warfare capabilities in line with evolving maritime combat doctrines, the military’s media wing said on Saturday.»»»
Veteran Syrian Actor Ahmad Melli dies at 80
Dubai: Veteran Syrian actor Ahmad Melli passed away on Sunday morning at the age of 80, following a sudden health crisis that required his admission to the intensive care unit at the National Hospital in Damascus, according to Syria’s Al Watan newspaper. Born in Damascus in 1949 to a Kurdish family»»»
Dubai Police mark 30 years of human rights work
Dubai Police have marked three decades of institutionalised human rights work, underscored by measurable outcomes that place people at the heart of policing. Over this period, the force handled 24,874 cases and restored Dh68.7 million in rights and entitlements, reflecting a sustained, results-driv»»»
Experts Forecast Significant Gains for Bulgarian Tourism from Eurozone and Schengen Membership
The Bulgarian tourism sector is undergoing a crucial transformation, driven by the country's integration into the Eurozone and the Schengen Area, according to experts from the Department of Tourism Economics at the University of National and World Economy (UNWE), Prof. Elena Velikova and Assoc. Pro»»»
Israeli Fire Kills Three People in Gaza, Tension Rises
Israeli fire killed at least three Palestinians in two separate incidents across the enclave, local health authorities said, as tension rises over continued violence. Medics said one Palestinian was killed in the Tuffah neighborhood in Gaza City, in an area under Palestinian control, while two o»»»
Astronaut’s health issues force NASA to cut mission short
The SpaceX Crew-11 mission to the International Space Station (ISS) will be cut short and the astronauts will return to Earth ahead of schedule, as one of them needs medical care, NASA Director Jared Isaacman has announced. The four-person team has been conducting research aboard the ISS since Augu»»»
Chief of Staff of Qatar Armed Forces meets with French counterpart
Doha, Qatar: Chief of Staff of Qatar Armed Forces, H. E. Lt. Gen. (Pilot) Jassim bin Mohammed Al-Mannai, met with Chief of Staff of the French Armed Forces, H. E. Gen. Fabien Mandon. During the meeting, the two sides discussed aspects of joint military cooperation and ways to further develop them a»»»
GERB to Return Cabinet-Forming Mandate Unfulfilled Immediately So Elections Could Be Held Sooner - MP Dobrev
GERB-UDF will return the cabinet-forming mandate unfulfilled upon receiving it from the head of State to save time and hold elections sooner, MP Delyan Dobrev told Bulgarian National Radio on Sunday. The President is expected to hand the mandate to the biggest parliamentary group on January 12. Dob»»»
Ethiopia eyes sky-high ambitions with $12.5 billion airport
Dubai: Ethiopia has officially begun construction of what will be Africa’s largest airport, a $12.5 billion project aimed at transforming the country into a major global aviation hub by 2030, local media reported. The project, led by Ethiopian Airlines, is being built in Bishoftu, about 45 kilometr»»»
Bahbah Says ‘Board of Peace’ to be Announced Tuesday, ‘Gaza Committee’ to Follow
The head of Arab Americans for Peace and a mediator on Gaza, Bishara Bahbah, said on Saturday that information he has received indicates US President Donald Trump will announce a “Board of Peace” overseeing a transitional administration for the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, Jan. 13, followed a day or two »»»
Abu Dhabi schools programme earns 7-star global honour
The Sustainable Schools Initiative of the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has received a 7-star rating, the highest distinction for excellence, at the 11th cycle of the International Best Practice Competition organized by the Centre for Organisational Excellence Research (COER) in New Zealand.»»»
'One Battle After Another' heads into Golden Globes as favorite
Beverly Hills, United States: Hollywood's A-listers are set to hit the red carpet on Sunday for the Golden Globes, with the politically charged "One Battle After Another" expected to solidify its status as the film to beat this awards season. With nine nominations, "One Battle" appears a lock to ta»»»
AI pendants back in vogue at tech show after early setback
Las Vegas: Pendants and brooches packed with artificial intelligence abounded at the Consumer Electronics show, using cameras and microphones to watch and listen through the day like a vigilant personal assistant. The return of the wearable tech comes about a year after the discontinuation of a Hum»»»
N. Korea demands detailed 'explanation' from Seoul over drone incursion
Seoul: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's powerful sister has demanded a detailed "explanation" from Seoul over a drone it accused South Korea of flying over its territory, state media reported Sunday. The North alleged on Saturday that a craft crossed from the South Korean border county of Ganghwa »»»
Iraq: Economic crisis deepens weeks ahead of new gov't formation
News report by Alaa Al-Huwaijel BAGHDAD, Jan 11 (KUNA) -- As Iraqis await government formation after the November 11 elections, caretaker Prime Minister Mohammad Shia' Al-Sudani imposed rapid austerity measures, prompting mixed reactions and conflicting economic assessments, despite Iraq holding th»»»
RAK Police develop smart system to anticipate security challenges
Also ReadAlso Read: Ras Al Khaimah Police launch Integrated Security Dome SystemAlso Read: Ras Al Khaimah Police launch smart services system to cut bureaucracyAlso Read: RAK Police launch people-first approach to safetyAlso Read: Ras Al Khaimah Police report drop in serious crimes by 6.9%Ras Al Kh»»»
Venezuelan Foreign Ministry Denies US Claims About Unsafe Situation in Country
MEXICO CITY (Sputnik) - The Venezuelan Foreign Ministry has rejected US claims of an unsafe situation in the country and the presence of armed groups at checkpoints. On Saturday, the US State Department said that armed militias in Venezuela, known as colectivos, were setting up checkpoints in searc»»»
Trump Seriously Considering Options for Attack Against Iran - Reports
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - US President Donald Trump has been briefed on possible attack options against Iran amid protests in the country, and he is seriously considering approving the strikes, the New York Times reported citing officials. The US president has not made a final decision yet, the newspaper »»»
Sharjah to host 5th International Education Improvement Summit in February
Sharjah will host the fifth Sharjah International Summit on Improvement in Education on February 14 and 15, 2026, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah. Held under the theme “Collaborating for Impact,” the su»»»
Dubai processes 1.37 million travellers during New Year holiday
The General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai (GDRFA Dubai) successfully managed peak travel movement during the New Year holiday, maintaining smooth entry and exit procedures across the emirate’s air, land and sea ports through high operational readiness and advanced digital s»»»
Indian Idol star Prashant Tamang found dead at home
Singer and actor Prashant Tamang, who rose to national fame after winning the third season of Indian Idol, died on Sunday at his residence in New Delhi. He was 43. According to reports, Tamang was found unresponsive at his home earlier in the day. The exact cause of death is yet to be officially co»»»
NATO States Consider Arctic Troop Presence as US Eyes Greenland
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The United Kingdom is holding talks with other European NATO allies about deploying NATO troops in Greenland to protect the island from annexation by the United States, The Telegraph newspaper reported. UK officials have recently met with their French and German counterparts to b»»»
Scores of homes razed, one dead in Australian bushfires
Sydney: Bushfires have razed hundreds of buildings across southeast Australia, authorities said Sunday, as they confirmed the first death from the disaster. Temperatures soared past 40C as a heatwave blanketed the state of Victoria, sparking dozens of blazes that ripped through more than 300,000 he»»»
Commemoration in Sofia Honors Bulgarians Killed in Vardar Macedonia in 1945
Sofia held a commemorative ceremony marking 81 years since the events known as the Bloody Christmas in Vardar Macedonia, when thousands of people identified as Bulgarians were killed in January 1945. The anniversary was observed on Saturday with the unveiling of a memorial plaque and a memorial ser»»»
VMRO Leader Calls on All Parties to Return Government-Forming Mandate
The handing over of a government-forming mandate within the framework of the 51st National Assembly is a constitutional procedure and it must be carried out, VMRO leader Krasimir Karkachanov said as quoted by the party's press centre on Sunday. "What matters, however, is that none of the parties in»»»
Will Golden Globes 2026 be political and controversial - Top 11 things to know
Dubai: The Golden Globes 2026, which UAE fans can catch live on Monday early morning, are supposed to be Hollywood’s most relaxed, glamorous night. But this year, the ceremony arrives with the film and TV industry facing political tension, corporate upheaval and a shifting global audience, accordin»»»
Why Will Smith believes answers live beyond comfort zones
Dubai: Will Smith has spent the last two years travelling from the South Pole to the North Pole, and the experience was apparently as terrifying as it sounds. Speaking at the 1 Billion Followers Summit in Dubai, the actor opened up about his upcoming National Geographic and Disney+ series Pole to P»»»
Will Smith milked venom from a Tarantula – and it taught him a life lesson
Dubai: Will Smith has spent the last two years travelling from the South Pole to the North Pole, and the experience was apparently as terrifying as it sounds. Speaking at the 1 Billion Followers Summit in Dubai, the actor opened up about his upcoming National Geographic and Disney+ series Pole to P»»»
Bulgaria’s Euro Transition Accelerates as €3.1 Billion in Cash Enters Circulation
The Bulgarian National Bank reported that as of January 9, cash in circulation denominated in Bulgarian leva stood at 16.1 billion leva, equivalent to roughly 8.23 billion euros. This amount represents about 48% of the total volume of lev banknotes and coins that are currently being withdrawn from »»»
MoI: Fire at correctional facility leaves several police personnel, workers injured
KUWAIT, Jan 11 (KUNA) -- Several police personnel and workers were injured on Sunday in a fire that broke out at the General Department of Correctional Institutions (GDCI) building in the Sulaibiya area.In a press statement, the Ministry of Interior said that it had received a report through the op»»»
Local content creators rewrite the rules of global entertainment
Dubai: The rapidly growing local creator economy is reshaping how content is made and shared around the world, with creators building strong communities rooted in culture rather than chasing traditional entertainment gatekeepers. This was the key message from industry leaders speaking on the openin»»»
Calm Prevails in Yemen’s Liberated Areas after Dissolution of Southern Transitional Council
Security calm prevailed across Yemen’s liberated areas on Saturday, a day after the leadership of the Southern Transitional Council announced the dissolution of the council and all its bodies at home and abroad. This paves the way for participation in the anticipated Riyadh conference dedicated to »»»
Iran Warns US Troops, Israel Will Be Targets if America Strikes
Nationwide protests challenging Iran’s regime saw protesters flood the streets in the country’s capital and its second-largest city into Sunday, crossing the two-week mark as violence surrounding the demonstrations has killed at least 116 people, activists said. With the internet down in Iran and p»»»
New theory emerges about extraterrestrial communication: But what's the connection to fireflies?
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Google employee made redundant after reporting sexual harassment, court hears
A senior Google employee has claimed she was made redundant after reporting a manager who told clients stories about his swinger lifestyle and showed a nude of his wife. Victoria Woodall told an employment tribunal she was subjected to a campaign of retaliation by the company after whistleblowing o»»»
Bulgaria Clears Path for 36 km of Hemus Highway - Construction Set to Begin in 2026
The Bulgarian government has taken a significant step toward completing the Hemus Highway, with construction permits now issued for approximately 36 km of the route. This development paves the way for major construction activities to commence in 2026, according to documents published in the State G»»»
Woman in Noida alleges husband lied about looks, education, income
Dubai: A woman in the northern Indian city of Noida has filed a police complaint against her husband and four of his relatives, accusing them of deception over what she says were material misrepresentations made before their marriage, including his appearance, education and income. The complainant,»»»