'Once in 300 years' rain hits Thai city as floods ravage Southeast Asia
Parts of Thailand are battling record floods, which have killed at least 18 people and prompted authorities to deploy military ships and helicopters to support relief efforts. The deluge has hit ten provinces across the country's south over the past week, with the city of Hat Yai, a business hub bo»»»
Saudi Arabia: Why deportations are on the rise
Dubai: Saudi Arabia is stepping up its nationwide crackdown on violators of residency, labour and border security laws, with large-scale joint inspection campaigns resulting in the deportation of tens of thousands of people so far this year. The sweeping operations, carried out across both major ci»»»
FBI to interview Democratic lawmakers over military-orders video - UPI.com
The FBI, under Director Kash Patel, is seeking to interview the six former military members of Congress who produced a video last week urging current service members to refuse unlawful orders. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Nov. 25 (UPI) -- The FBI wants to interview six military veteran »»»
Why the UAE must build its own orbital access capability
It is only natural and fair for any nation to aspire and build its own orbital access capability and infrastructure. While the pursuit of outer space is a sovereign right, only a handful of countries have successfully achieved it. Regardless of the economic and/or technological reasons that may be »»»
Parking inspector and wife arrested for €1m meter theft
A parking inspector and his wife have been arrested on suspicion of embezzling more than €1m (£878,000) from the parking meters of a small German town. The unnamed municipal employee is thought to have taken coins out of parking meters in Kempten "on numerous occasions" and placed them in bank acco»»»
Another major client cuts ties with Petrofac over mounting project delays
Dubai: Orlen Lithuania, the refining and import arm of Poland’s Orlen Group, has terminated a contract worth almost €1 billion with Petrofac after prolonged delays and growing concerns about the UK contractor’s ability to deliver a strategic refinery upgrade in Mažeikiai. Sign up for our daily busi»»»
Tabtabai Killing Shakes Hezbollah’s Leadership Structure
The assassination of Haitham Ali Tabtabai, Hezbollah’s top military commander, deep inside Beirut’s southern suburbs has dramatically reshaped Lebanon’s internal security scene. Hours after the strike, Israel’s Alma Center published an updated chart of Hezbollah’s command structure that included se»»»
Binance accused of aiding terrorists in new lawsuit
Binance and its founders, including billionaire Changpeng Zhao, are facing a lawsuit in the US accusing the company of helping send millions of dollars to US- designated terrorist organisations, including Hamas and Hezbollah. The legal action against the world's largest cryptocurrency platform was »»»
Sudan’s Al-Manaqil Survives War, Holds Out Under Siege
Residents of al-Manaqil in central Sudan say their city came close to falling after the Rapid Support Forces seized Wad Madani in December 2023, raising fears that one of the region’s most important agricultural hubs would be next. The capture of Wad Madani on December 19 opened what looked like a »»»
Russian mercenaries accused of cold-blooded killings in Mali - BBC speaks to eyewitnesses
Warning: This story contains descriptions of torture and physical violence. Some readers may find it distressing. A shopkeeper has told the BBC how Russian mercenaries fighting jihadists in Mali carried out the cold-blooded murder of two men in front of him and then threatened to chop off his finge»»»
Bessent expects Trump to pick next Fed chair before Christmas - UPI.com
1 of 3 | U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent (pictured in the Rose Garden of the White House in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday) said President Donald Trump is likely to select the next chair of the Federal Reserve before Christmas. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Nov. 25 (UPI) -- Treasury »»»
Brazil's Bolsonaro begins 27-year jail term for coup bid
Brazil's Supreme Court on Tuesday ordered far-right former president Jair Bolsonaro to begin serving a 27-year sentence for plotting a failed coup, after he exhausted all appeals. The brash former army captain who fired up Brazil's right and reshaped the country's politics is ending a divisive care»»»
The looming election Trump can't afford to lose
"They're coming to Tennessee to try to take a congressional seat." Tennessee Republican Party Chair Scott Golden offered this warning to party faithful last week at the Cumberland County Lincoln Day Dinner in the tiny town of Crab Orchard. Over a dinner of turkey, ham and mashed potatoes, and after»»»
Who killed our children? Indian parents ask as 'house of horrors' convict acquitted
Nearly 20 years after police found the bodies of 19 women and children near a bungalow dubbed India's "house of horrors", the case is back in the spotlight - because Surinder Koli, the last of the two men convicted, has walked free. On 12 November, the Supreme Court acquitted him in the final case »»»
How Yas Island boss Liam Findlay landed Disney Abu Dhabi and Stranger Things in UAE
Dubai: Liam Findlay, CEO of Miral Destinations, doesn’t bother with breakfast. Not because his schedule is packed, but because he wakes up in motion — ideas first, food later. “I normally wake up with too many ideas in my head and don’t have time to have breakfast,” he laughs as he settles into our»»»
Etihad Airways flies high with 2 million passengers in October 2025, up 28%
In October 2025, Etihad Airways transported 2 million passengers, marking a significant 28% increase compared to the same period in the previous year. This reflects robust growth momentum for the airline as it continues to expand its operations. Over the first 10 months of 2025, Etihad has carried »»»
Secretary-General selection process begins at UN
The search for the next Secretary-General of the United Nations launched Tuesday, as member states were invited to send nominations to replace Antonio Guterres for the term starting in 2027. In a letter from UN leaders to 193 member states, the 80-year-old global intergovernmental organization is s»»»
Can Canada wait out the trade war with the US?
Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney appears in no rush to resume trade talks with the US. He dismissed a question over the weekend about when he last spoke to US President Donald Trump, responding: "Who cares? It's a detail. I'll speak to him again when it matters." Carney added that, in his view, »»»
Washington DC mayor Muriel Bowser won't seek re-election
Washington DC Mayor Muriel Bowser announced on Tuesday she will not seek re-election next year for a fourth term. Bowser, who has been mayor since 2015, says she was looking to the future and that her administration had "laid the groundwork for others to build upon". The Democratic mayor oversaw th»»»
What we know about the cruise ship death of Anna Kepner
An 18-year-old Central Florida student was found dead aboard a Carnival cruise ship earlier this month while vacationing with her family. The family of Anna Kepner, a soon-to-be high-school graduate, is speaking publicly for the first time about her mysterious death and the loss they are grappling »»»
Canadian PM's office and border services not 'involved' in Kneecap ban
The Canadian Prime Minister's Office and the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) have said they were not involved in an announcement banning Irish language band Kneecap from entering the country. In September, a Canadian MP announced the ban "on behalf" of the government, citing terror offence cha»»»
What comes next in the James Comey and Letitia James cases?
Two of President Trump's most prominent critics secured legal victories on Monday when a federal judge threw out the government's charges against them. For weeks since their indictments, former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James have argued furiously that they are »»»
Global airlines cancel Venezuelan flights amid military tensions - UPI.com
1 of 2 | Eight F/A-18E/F Super Hornets, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadrons 31, 37, 87, and 213 from embarked Carrier Air Wing Eight aboard USS Gerald R. Ford, and a U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress operate as a joint force earlier this month. Tensions between the United States and Venezuela has»»»
Vaccine skeptic Ralph Abraham picked as CDC deputy director - UPI.com
1 of 2 | The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention headquarters in Atlanta is pictured in February. More recently, Ralph Abraham, vaccine skeptic and Louisiana surgeon general, was picked as CDC principal deputy director, according to media reports. File Photo by Erik S. Lesser/EPA Nov. 25 »»»
Democrats who told troops to disobey illegal orders push back on alleged FBI probe
The Democrat lawmakers who encouraged US troops to disobey illegal orders are pushing back on an alleged federal inquiry into their actions. Democratic Senator Elissa Slotkin of Michigan said the FBI on Monday notified the six lawmakers who appeared in last week's video of the investigation. "No am»»»
Digital bank Klarna launches KlarnaUSD stablecoin linked to currency - UPI.com
President Donald Trump signs cryptocurrency legislation into law at the White House in July, which helped Sweden-based Klarna to announce the launch of its stablecoin on Tuesday. File Pool Photo by Francis Chung/EPA Nov. 25 (UPI) -- Global digital bank Klarna has launched the KlarnaUSD stablecoin, »»»
Over 350 students take part in Gulf English School’s annual Careers Fair
Tribune News Network Doha The Gulf English School held its annual Careers Fair on Monday, November 24, 2025, welcoming over 350 students from Years 9–12, along with their parents. This year’s event showcased 28 universities, businesses, and organisations, offering students a diverse range of educat»»»
Qatar participates in UNGA meet on combating human trafficking
QNA New York The State of Qatar, represented by the Ministry of Labour, participated in the high-level meeting of the United Nations (UN) General Assembly on the UN Global Plan of Action to Combat Trafficking in Persons, held in New York City. The State of Qatar was represented by Undersecretary of»»»
Qatar stresses need to protect seas for coming generations
Tribune News Network London (UK) Minister of Transport HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulla bin Mohammed Al Thani headed Qatar’s delegation to the 34th Session of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Assembly in London. The Assembly is the highest Governing Body of the IMO, consisting of all Mem»»»
Mystery thriller from Qatar, ‘Sa3ood Wainah?’ aims to showcase nation’s film talent, says director
Tribune News Network Doha Mohammed Al Ibrahim, director and writer of Qatar’s latest feature film, Sa3oud Wainah?, said the film was developed as a homegrown project that spotlights the country’s creative talent both in front of and behind the camera. “Our goal was to make a Qatari film, by Qatari »»»
MSDF launches campaign against gender-based violence
QNA Doha The Ministry of Social Development and Family (MSDF), represented by the Family Development Department, on Tuesday announced the launch of the annual international campaign “16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence.” The campaign’s key objectives are to bolster community awareness»»»
EAA advances digital rights, primary and higher education access at WISE 12
Tribune News Network Doha The Education Above All (EAA) Foundation, a global education and development organisation, continued its participation at the 12th edition of the World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE 12) with three sessions on digital dignity, higher education access for displaced y»»»
Sheikha Moza awards WISE Prize forEducation to three global changemakers
Tribune News Network Doha Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Chairperson of Qatar Foundation, awarded the 2024-2025 WISE Prize for Education to three winners — global changemakers who are redefining how the world learns — as the WISE 12 Summit concluded. Since its inception, the WISE Prize for »»»
CRA launches Qatar’s 6G Testbed Platform at MWC25 Doha
Tribune News Network Doha The Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA) has announced the launch of the Qatar Sixth Generation (6G) Testbed Platform during MWC25 Doha, marking a major milestone in Qatar’s progress toward enhancing innovation and accelerating adoption of next-generation communicatio»»»
WISE 12 ends with commitments to human-centred education
Tribune News Network Doha WISE 12 has concluded with powerful debates, global research launches, and collaborative high-level workshops tackling some of the most urgent challenges and opportunities in education, from AI readiness and digital well-being to culturally rooted learning and quantum inno»»»
Minister of Awqaf honours top winners of 30th Sheikh Jassim competition
Doha: The Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs honored Tuesday the winners of the top five places for males in the three categories (citizens, elite memorizers, general memorizers) in the full Holy Quran branch of the 30th Sheikh Jassim bin Muhammad bin Thani Noble Qur'an Competition, at a ce»»»
Turkiye's Pres.: Ankara focused on steps to advance defense cooperation with S. Korea
ANKARA, Nov 24 (KUNA) -- Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Monday said that his meeting with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung in Ankara focused on steps to advance defense industry cooperation between the two countries."Our discussions with the relevant institutions on the establishment»»»
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3261898 PARIS -- The State of Kuwait was elected a member at the UNESCO's World Heritage Committee for a four-year term. 3261920 NEW YORK -- Assistant Foreign Minister for Human Rights, Ambassador Sheikha Jawaher Al-Duaij Al-Sabah, affirmed on Kuwait's unwavering commitment to combating human traff»»»
Counterfeit German medical instrument sterilisation product seized and importer detained
The Attorney General’s Office reported last Sunday (23 November) that the Public Prosecutor’s Office learned of the distribution of a product intended for sterilizing medical equipment under the commercial name Instru Zym in the local market, even though the German manufacturing company (DR. DEPPE »»»
COMMENT: Iran’s twelve-day war with Israel has pushed Tehran deeper into Moscow’s arms
Iran’s twelve-day war with Israel has pushed Tehran even closer to Moscow and led to new cooperation agreements, including increased weapons supplies and closer cooperation in the nuclear sector. Iran’s reliance on Russia has grown significantly in the wake of its brief but intense conflict with Is»»»
Colombian operation rescues 17 minors tied to extremist Lev Tahor sect - UPI.com
Members of the ultra-Orthodox Jewish sect Lev Tahor protest outside the Criminal Court of First Instance for Children and Adolescents of the Metropolitan Area in Guatemala City, Guatemala, in January. Sect leaders denied accusations of crimes committed against minors, including sex trafficking. Fil»»»
Jakarta surpasses Tokyo as world's biggest city - UPI.com
In the United Nations' latest update to world population figures and estimates, Jakarta, Indonesia, has taken a giant leap from 33rd on the list in 2018 to 1st on the list with more than 42 million residents. File Photo by Adi Weda/EPA-EFE Nov. 25 (UPI) -- In just seven years, Jakarta, Indonesia, t»»»
Bolsonaro starts serving 27-year prison sentence for Brazil coup plot
Brazil's Supreme Court has ordered that right-wing former president Jair Bolsonaro begin serving his prison sentence of 27 years and three months for plotting a coup after he lost the last election. Justice Alexandre de Moraes on Tuesday ruled that the case had reached its final judgement and that »»»
High school football coach who vanished now faces child pornography charges
Authorities looking for a high school football coach who vanished last week and was considered missing have now announced that he is a wanted man. Travis Turner, 46, of Appalachia, Virginia, faces charges of possessing child sexual abuse material and using a computer to solicit a minor, police in V»»»
Watch: School seeks help finding teddy bear that fell from the stratosphere - UPI.com
Nov. 25 (UPI) -- A school in England is asking for the public's help to find a missing teddy bear that was sent into the stratosphere with a weather balloon and fell to earth. The Walhampton School said Bradford Bear was sent into the sky from Lymington, Hampshire, by seventh and eighth grade stude»»»
Viola Ford Fletcher, oldest survivor of Tulsa Race Massacre, dies aged 111
Viola Ford Fletcher, the oldest known survivor of the Tulsa Race Massacre, has died aged 111, the city's mayor announced on Monday. Mrs Fletcher was seven years old in the spring of 1921 when a white mob attacked Greenwood, a thriving black neighbourhood in Tulsa, Oklahoma. An estimated 300 residen»»»
Mystery thriller from Qatar, 'Sa3ood Wainah' aims to showcase nation's film talent, says director
Doha, Qatar: Mohammed Al Ibrahim, director and writer of Qatar's latest feature film, Sa3oud Wainah, said the film was proudly developed as a homegrown project that spotlights the country's creative talent both in front of and behind the camera. "Our goal was to make a Qatari film, by Qatari actors»»»
‘The Arab Cup is an opportunity to show what Arab football is capable of’
DOHA: As excitement builds ahead of the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025, former Saudi player Manaf Abushgeer says the tournament is a powerful reminder of what it means to represent one’s country on the regional stage. In an interview with the tournament Local Organising Committee (LOC), he said: “It’s a »»»
Albania’s Opposition Files Verbal Note to EU Delegation Over Marta Kos’ Election Remarks
Albania’s Democratic Party parliamentary group has submitted a formal verbal note to the EU Delegation in Tirana, also notifying the European Commission and European Parliament, after Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos stated last week that the 11 May elections were “free and fair.” Opposition lead»»»
Qatar Foundation leads global dialogue on access to learning and the future of universities at WISE 12 Summit
Doha, Qatar: Critical topics shaping higher education on a global scale – from diversifying learning pathways and enduring educational mobility, to how universities can withstand polarization and pressure – have been explored by international experts through Qatar Foundation-led sessions at the WIS»»»