Israel plans to ban 37 aid organizations from operating in Gaza from Thursday unless they hand over detailed information on their Palestinian staff, despite mounting criticism from the United Nations and the European Union. Several NGOs have told AFP the new rules will have a major impact on food a»»»

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Police in San Antonio, Texas, said they have found a body during the search for Camila Mendoza Olmos, 19, who went missing on Christmas Eve. The body hasn't been officially identified. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI. | License Photo Dec. 31 (UPI) -- Authorities found a body during a search for a mis»»»

As Bulgaria prepares to adopt the euro on January 1, 2026, replacing the leva (BGN) at a fixed exchange rate of 1.95583 BGN = 1 EUR, the country faces a complex landscape of price adjustments across various sectors. This comprehensive analysis examines which prices are rising, which are falling, an»»»

People ride the subway past a euro adoption poster in Sofia, Bulgaria, Monday. Bulgaria is set to become the 21st member of the eurozone on Jan. 1, transitioning from the national lev to the euro amid public concerns that the move could trigger immediate price hikes and a higher cost of living. Pho»»»

Doha: The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) closed 2025 at 10,762 points, marking a 1.81% year‑over‑year increase. Market capitalization rose by approximately QAR 23.4 billion, reaching QAR 644.3 billion, up from QAR 620.86 billion at the end of 2024. In terms of trading value, activity declined by about »»»

A passenger has described "chaos" after two trains collided head-on near Peru's most popular tourist attraction, Machu Picchu. Niels Honkoop, 33, told the BBC he had switched seats part-way through the journey from the middle of the train to the back, before it crashed, injuring many of those sitti»»»

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MOSCOW (Sputnik) - After Ukraine's attack on the residence of Russian President Vladimir Putin, questions arise about Western countries' involvement in such operations, European Parliament lawmaker from Luxembourg Fernand Kartheiser told RIA Novosti. Such an action was "ill-considered" because "it »»»

Doha: The Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) has officially announced today its comprehensive calendar of sports events and competitions for 2026. The calendar features 83 championships, including 39 international events, 16 world championships, 10 Asian tournaments, three GCC competitions, one Arab cha»»»

In the first year of his second term, US President Donald Trump was flattered and praised as prominent figures calculated that massaging the ego of the leader of the free world was the easiest way to manage global diplomacy – and possibly serve their own interests. The lesson was learned early in T»»»

Sharjah: Sharjah Police will deploy 172 traffic and security patrols across the emirate’s roads during New Year’s Eve, as part of a comprehensive security and traffic plan to manage crowds, ensure road safety and maintain public order while welcoming 2026, senior officers said. The patrols will be »»»

PoliticsAsiaIran: Economic crisis, political discontent threaten regimeMohsen BarinProtests triggered by soaring inflation and a collapsing currency have highlighted widespread political discontent. Will Iran's deep economic woes lead to regime change? https://p.dw.com/p/569zaThe protests began wit»»»

The EU's top diplomat has called Moscow's claims that Ukraine targeted Russian government sites a "deliberate distraction" and an attempt to derail the peace process. Kaja Kallas' comments on social media appear to be a reference to the Kremlin's allegation that Ukraine attempted a drone strike on »»»

In a New Year video message posted on Facebook on December 31, European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde highlighted Bulgaria's expected accession to the euro area on January 1. Lagarde said: "This is not any New Year for the euro area. We are welcoming Bulgaria as a new member of the euro »»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Museums is proud to honour the many patrons whose generosity has enriched its collections and played a pivotal role in shaping the nation’s cultural landscape. From families sharing treasured heirlooms and artists donating unparalleled works, to corporations and diplomatic missio»»»

For the first time since the outbreak of civil war in 2011, Libyans are reconnecting with their ancient heritage at the recently reopened national museum in Tripoli. In a historic building in central Tripoli, Libyans wander past ancient statues and artefacts at their national museum, which reopened»»»

Five people have been taken to hospital after an arson attack on a house in north Dublin. The incident took place at a property on Creston Avenue, Finglas at around 12:45 local time on Wednesday. A woman and a teenage boy suffered serious injuries as a result of the blaze. Gardaí (Irish police) and»»»

Beijing said Wednesday it had "successfully completed" military drills around Taiwan that simulated a blockade of the self-governing island's key ports. The war games began days after the US announced an unprecedented $11.1 billion arms package for Taiwan.  Chinese warships and coastguard vess»»»

BELGRADE - In the year that is about to end, the Serbian MFA has continued, by deploying all its capacities, to work towards strengthening the international standing of the Republic of Serbia and enhancing its reputation worldwide, as well as advancing bilateral and multilateral cooperation, while »»»

Dubai: The Dubai Court of Cassation has issued a final ruling in the high-profile money laundering case known as the “Abu Sabah case”, partially overturning a Court of Appeal judgment by cancelling a Dh150 million joint fine and ordering instead the confiscation of funds derived from the crime. The»»»

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On January 1, 2026, Bulgaria will officially adopt the euro, completing a process of European integration that began with EU membership in 2007. With this step, the Bulgarian lev will exit circulation after nearly a century and a half, closing a chapter that began shortly after the country’s libera»»»

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - US President Donald Trump thought, after viewing footage of the May 9th Victory Day military parade in Moscow, that Russia looked "invincible," The New York Times reported. The president, after being shown video footage of Russia's military parade, told his aides that the Rus»»»

DOHA: Qatar Museums honoured the many patrons whose generosity has enriched its collections and played a pivotal role in shaping the nation's cultural landscape. From families sharing treasured heirlooms and artists donating unparalleled works, to corporations and diplomatic missions contributing h»»»

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Dubai: Oman has tightened pre-entry requirements for expatriate workers under its professional accreditation system, requiring expatriates to verify their academic and professional qualifications before entering the country, while warning of strict penalties for forged certificates, local media rep»»»

Manila: In a viral post that’s got the low-carb community buzzing, Marco Reyes — the chemical-engineer-turned-keto-kingpin — links his health revolution to the nation’s hottest health drama, amid reports of a spike in heart attacks during the Christmas holidays. Marco isn’t just any fitness guru; h»»»

Helsinki: Finnish police said Wednesday they had seized a vessel suspected of damaging a telecommunications cable that runs between Helsinki and Tallinn in the Gulf of Finland several hours earlier. No details about the identity of the vessel were disclosed. The ship is suspected of being "responsi»»»

Dubai Police is not leaving anything to chance tonight. As citizens, residents, and visitors to Dubai travel to their celebratory spots – places from where they can enjoy their meals, the glittering stars, and pyrotechnic and drone shows – to usher in 2026, it’s quietly taking care of the details. »»»

Don't feel like going all the way to Ras Al Khaimah but really want to see the grand sky shows that will welcome 2026? We've got you covered. This year, the emirate is going all-out with its sparkling displays. The main show will run for about 15 minutes and will include an aerial display of a phoe»»»

Kang Hoon-sik, the presidential chief of staff who also serves as a special envoy for strategic cooperation, speaks at Incheon International Airport, west of Seoul, South Korea, 30 December 2025, after returning from his trip to Poland to attend a signing ceremony for Hanwha Aerospace's export deal»»»

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Peruvian authorities launched an investigation into a deadly train wreck near Machu File after trains operated by two rival companies collided head-on in a remote area. Photo by Ernesto Arias/EPA-EFE Dec. 31 (UPI) -- The driver of a train was killed and at least 40 passengers, including American to»»»

The United Arab Emirates is preparing to welcome the New Year 2026 with an unprecedented festive spectacle, headlined by fireworks and light shows stretching from Abu Dhabi to Fujairah. Al Wathba area in Abu Dhabi will host one of the largest New Year celebrations in the UAE and the region. The Hig»»»

BELGRADE - Professor Ljubodrag Savic from the Faculty of Economics in Belgrade said on Wednesday he believed a sale of Serbia's oil company NIS - which is under US sanctions due to its Russian majority ownership - to Hungary's MOL could be completed by March 24, 2026. "I am quite highly optimistic »»»

DUbai: The final morning of 2025 began on a harsh note for residents of Delhi-NCR, as dense fog, severe cold and hazardous air quality combined to disrupt normal life across the region, severely impacting road, rail and air travel. A sharp drop in temperatures, extremely low visibility and poor pol»»»

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It's been a roller-coaster year for financial markets - but US stock investors are heading into 2026 on a high note. US President Donald Trump's global trade tariffs sent shockwaves through markets in the spring. But by summer, the US saw record highs fuelled by strong company profits and confidenc»»»

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Bulgaria is the country with the most centralized system of government in the European Union as its municipalities are entirely dependent on the national authorities and the state budget, said Donka Mihailova, Mayor of Troyan and Deputy Chair of the Management Board of the National Association of M»»»

Dubai: Eurostar trains between London and Paris have largely resumed, offering relief to travellers after major disruption in the Channel Tunnel earlier this week, according to a BBC report. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The rail operator said it plans to run a full »»»

On New Year’s Eve, about 300 municipal buses will be in operation in Bishkek, running until 2–3 a.m. on January 1, the City Hall reported. According to the municipality, a large number of people are expected in the city center due to festive events on Ala-Too Square. Therefore, public transport wil»»»

The author of Heated Rivalry has revealed the success of the TV adaptation has resulted in her receiving specialist help with her Parkinson's disease. Rachel Reid, 45, was diagnosed with the condition in the summer of 2023, around the same time she was approached about adapting her book series for »»»

In the weeks before the Gaza ceasefire on October 10, Israel widely deployed a new weapon: M113 Armored Personnel Carriers repurposed to carry between 1 and 3 tons of explosives, Reuters found. As Israeli troops pushed toward the center of Gaza City, these powerful bombs, along with airstrikes and »»»

The EU warned Wednesday that Israel's threat to suspend several aid groups in Gaza under new registration rules would block "life-saving" assistance from reaching the population. "The EU has been clear: the NGO registration law can not be implemented in its current form," EU humanitarian chief Hadj»»»

Heavy snowfall in Poland caused tailbacks stretching as far as 20 km (12.43 miles) on a motorway between ​the capital Warsaw and the Baltic port city of Gdansk during the night, police said on Wednesday. While the situation left hundreds of people trapped in their cars in freezing conditions, by th»»»

Hadhramaut Governor Salem Ahmed al-Khanbashi called on Wednesday inhabitants of the governorate who are involved with the Southern Transitional Council to "return home" and join their "brothers in the National Shield Forces". In remarks to Asharq Al-Awsat, he pledged that they will be welcomed in t»»»