Man accused of Liverpool parade crash in tears as trial opens
London: A British man wiped away tears Tuesday as his trial began for allegedly driving his car into crowds at Liverpool Football Club's Premier League victory parade in May, injuring dozens of people. Paul Doyle held his head in his hands as jurors at Liverpool Crown Court in northwest England wer»»»
Sweden Wants Long-range Weapon Systems Able to Strike Inside Russia
Sweden's military wants long-range cruise missiles able to strike targets deep inside other countries, a deterrent which the defense minister said on Tuesday was needed to match Russia's own long-range capabilities. In a report submitted to the government this week, the Swedish Armed Forces said it»»»
Inside the Rs2500 million narcotics case linked to Bollywood circles: Shraddha Kapoor's brother and Orry questioned
Q: What is the Rs2500 million drug case linking to Bollywood party circles about?The case reportedly began in August 2022, when the Mumbai crime branch and the Ghatkopar Anti-Narcotics Cell (ANC) arrested a man named Shaikh from Nagpada and recovered mephedrone (MD) worth Rs1.19 lakh from him. What»»»
Majra to unify UAE’s ‘collective good’ at Impact Summit 2025
Majra, the National CSR Fund, is preparing to gather the country’s most influential changemakers at the Impact Summit 2025 on November 27, Thursday, in Abu Dhabi – a flagship event designed to turn corporate social responsibility (CSR) from scattered goodwill into a unified national force for measu»»»
1 Billion Followers Summit, TikTok launch Global Educator Award with $100,000 Prize
Dubai: The 1 Billion Followers Summit, organised by the UAE Government Media Office, and digital platform TikTok have partnered to launch the inaugural Global Educator Award, a worldwide initiative to celebrate content creators reimagining online learning, featuring a top prize of $100,000. The awa»»»
Catholic bishop hits out at Nigeria's failure to rescue abducted schoolchildren
Nigeria's government is making "no meaningful effort" to rescue more than 250 children abducted from a Catholic boarding school in the central state of Niger last Friday, the main Catholic cleric in the region has told the BBC. But Bishop Bulus Dauwa Yohanna's accusation was disputed by the state's»»»
CC Party Proposes 5% Rise in Salaries for Security Services, Matching Other State Institutions
A reduction of what some people call the "outrageous increase" in the salaries of the security services and the judiciary ("the batons of power") to 5%, which is the planned rise for the other state institutions, is being proposed by Continue the Change (CC) with amendments submitted between the fi»»»
Thai woman's cremation stopped after knocking heard on coffin
A woman who was believed to be dead and about to be cremated at the Wat Rat Prakhong Tham Buddhist temple in the outskirts of Bangkok, Thailand, has been found alive by staff. The temple's general manager Pairat Soodthoop was "startled" to hear a faint knock from the coffin, he told the Associated »»»
QSE index closes lower
Doha: The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) index closed lower on Tuesday, declining by 92.52 points, or 0.86 percent, to reach 10,607.42 points. During the session, a total of 118,503,403 shares were traded, with a value of QAR 389,787,599.992, through 42,503 transactions across all sectors. The session »»»
Bulgaria Busts Migrant Smuggling Ring, Smugglers Charged Up to 15,000 Euros Per Person
Bulgarian authorities have dismantled an organized criminal network involved in transporting migrants to Western Europe through Bulgaria, uncovering a highly structured operation that charged individuals between 4,000 and 15,000 euros per person. The migrants, primarily from Syria, Iraq, and Iran, »»»
Pakistan gets new airline targeting underserved cities first
Dubai: Pakistan’s aviation sector expanded on Monday with the official launch of South Air, a new domestic airline positioned to improve regional connectivity and make air travel more accessible across the country. At the inaugural ceremony in Multan, Chairman Senate Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani hailed t»»»
Minister of Transport meets several ministers, officials participating in IMO Assembly in London
London: During his participation in the 34th Session of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Assembly being held in London, Minister of Transport, HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulla bin Mohammed Al-Thani, met separately with several ministers and officials taking part in the meetings. HE Minis»»»
Doha Municipality decorates several key locations with seasonal flowers in preparation for winter
Doha, Qatar: In preparation for the winter season, Doha Municipality, represented by the Gardens and Parks Department at the Services Affairs Department, decorated public places and gardens with seasonal flowers as part of the "Let's Make them More Beautiful" campaign. More than 12 locations have b»»»
Transport minister meets several ministers, officials participating in IMO Assembly in London
LONDON: During his participation in the 34th Session of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Assembly being held in London, Minister of Transport HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulla bin Mohammed Al Thani met separately with several ministers and officials taking part in the meetings. The minist»»»
Sofia Unveils New Public Transport Prices Ahead of Euro Adoption
The Center for Urban Mobility presented the updated ticket and pass prices that will take effect once Bulgaria adopts the euro. From January 1, 2026, all public transport payments in Sofia will shift to the new currency. According to the CGM, the revised prices are intended to be more favorable for»»»
Workers plan early morning stoppage of fixed-line transport
Workers at the Athens Urban Rail Transport Company (STASY) said they will hold a four-hour stoppage on Saturday. The Athens-Piraeus electric railway (ISAP), metro and tram services will not run from 1:00 a.m. to 5:00 a.m., the period that covers the extended Saturday routes under the network’s 24-h»»»
Vucic calls on OFAC, US government to grant operating licence to NIS
BELGRADE - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic on Tuesday reiterated a call to the US Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) and the Washington government to grant an operating licence to Serbia's Russian majority-owned oil company NIS within 48 hours and offered guarantees that Serbia would comply»»»
US Envoy to NATO Admits Russia Has Stronger Position on Battlefield in Ukraine
WASHINGTON (Sputnik) – US Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker admitted on Tuesday that Russia has a stronger position on the battlefield in Ukraine and makes tactical gains every week. "Certainly, the Russians have a stronger position on the battlefield. They're making small tactical gains every we»»»
Adwan criticizes Salam, Berri over expat draft law procrastination
Lebanese Forces MP Georges Adwan criticized Tuesday Prime Minister Nawaf Salam for taking ten days to sign an urgent draft law -- that allows a large Lebanese diaspora to vote for the 128 seats in the upcoming parliamentary elections -- and ten other days to send it to parliament. Earlier this mont»»»
Maersk Vessels to Resume Transit via Suez Canal from the Start of December, Canal Authority Says
Maersk container ships will resume transit via the Suez Canal on a partial basis from the beginning of December prior to a full return, the Suez Canal Authority said in a joint statement with the Danish company on Tuesday. Also, CEO Vincent Clerc stated on Tuesday that the shipping company will tak»»»
New mall to open in Dubai South: 200,000 sqft, lagoon views, open-air walkways
Dubai: Dubai South Properties - the real estate arm of the Dubai South master development - announced the launch of South Bay Mall, located in the heart of the Dubai South Residential District. Construction of the mall is expected to begin soon and further details, including the opening date and te»»»
Ethiopian volcano ash plumes affect flights in India
New Delhi: Several domestic and international flights were adversely affected in India on Tuesday due to ash plumes over Delhi skies after Ethiopia's Hayli Gubbi volcano erupted, media reports said. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation issued an advisory asking the private airlines to strictly»»»
Thailand's export growth softens to 5.7 pct in October
Bangkok: Thailand's exports grew for a 16th straight month in October, driven by demand for electronics and automotive products, consistent with an ongoing expansion in global manufacturing activity, official data showed on Tuesday. Exports, a key driver of the Southeast Asian country's economic gr»»»
Dembele could return for PSG against Spurs after latest injury lay-off
Paris: Ballon d'Or winner Ousmane Dembele could make his latest comeback in an injury-stunted season when Paris Saint-Germain face Tottenham Hotspur in the Champions League on Wednesday. "We will see tomorrow, but if he has no problems then he will be in the squad," coach Luis Enrique told reporter»»»
Washington, London condemn Houthi death sentences against Yemenis
ADEN, Nov 25 (KUNA) -- The US and the UK on Tuesday denounced recent death sentences made by Yemen's Houthi militia against 17 Yemeni people for alleged espionage.In two separate press releases, both US and UK embassies said that these unfair trials highlight once more the fact that Houthi militia »»»
Brussels Airport Says 110 Extra Flights Cancelled on Wednesday Due to Strike
Brussels Airport will cancel 110 of the 203 incoming flights on Wednesday, in addition to the departing flights already scrapped due to a nationwide strike, a spokesperson said, confirming a report by Belgian broadcaster VRT. He added that it will be up to the airlines to reroute the cancelled flig»»»
US designates supposed Venezuelan cartel as terrorist organization
The US has formally labeled the ‘Cartel of the Suns’, a purported criminal syndicate said to operate within Venezuela’s security services, as a foreign terrorist organization – placing it in the same category as Al-Qaeda and Islamic State. Announcing the decision on Thursday, the US Treasury repeat»»»
Al Tamimi & Company Advises IFC on Landmark Baghdad International Airport PPP
Dubai: Al Tamimi & Company, the leading full-service legal firm in the MENA region, is pleased to announce its role advising the International Finance Corporation (IFC) on the landmark public private partnership (PPP) for the redevelopment and operation of Baghdad International Airport in Iraq. The»»»
Another Palestinian Martyred as Israeli Occupation Tightens Grip on West Bank
Israeli occupation forces assassinated a Palestinian on Tuesday after surrounding a house south of Jenin, in the northern occupied West Bank. The Palestinian Ministry of Health confirmed that Sultan Nidal Abdul‑Aziz, 22, from the town of Baqa Al‑Hatab east of Qalqilia, was martyred by Israeli gunfi»»»
Ministry launches intensified drive to remove unlicensed winter camps
DOHA: The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change announced that its Winter Camping Committee has launched an expanded inspection campaign to identify and address unlicensed winter camps across the country. The ministry said that all camps operating without permits will be removed in order to sa»»»
Breeding rams worth $15,000 being raised in Ak-Tala district - | 24.KG
Significant progress has been made in the development of livestock breeding in recent years in Ak-Tala district of Naryn region. Particularly significant work is being done to increase the numbers and improve the quality of Arashan sheep breed, which is rightfully considered a national pride. The M»»»
UAE launches Tabby installment option for government fees and fines
Dubai: The UAE has launched a new payment service with Tabby that allows people to pay federal government fees and fines in monthly installments. The service is based on the “Buy Now, Pay Later” model and is available through authorised payment channels across the UAE. Sign up for our daily busines»»»
Civil protection ministry places four regions on red alert
The Civil Protection General Secretariat placed the regions of the Ionian Islands, Epirus, Western Greece and the Peloponnese on red alert from Wednesday to Friday after the National Meteorological Service upgraded its dangerous weather bulletin, officials said. Sources at the Climate Crisis and Ci»»»
Hezbollah War Log (Day 64): Resistance Fighters Valiantly Crush Incursion Attempts on Lebanon Border
Recalling the 2024 war log, Hezbollah’s Military Media on Friday unveiled new details from the fifty-eighth day of the Israeli offensive against Lebanon. During this phase, Resistance fighters intensified their ground and cross-border operations, marking significant advances amid the ongoing Israel»»»
Local and external contacts ongoing to prevent escalation
Contacts are underway on two levels to prevent further military escalation in Lebanon in the wake of Israel’s assassination of Hezbollah’s military chief, informed political sources said. “There are domestic contacts to contain the situation and prevent responses (against Israel) and external conta»»»
CSTO leaders to sign over 10 documents at Bishkek summit - | 24.KG
President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov, as Chairman of the Collective Security Council of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO), will hold the next meeting of the Council in Bishkek. Sagynbek Abdumutalip, Head of the Foreign Policy Department of the Presidential Administration, reported»»»
President Donald Trump holds back-to-back talks with China, Japan amid Taiwan feud - UPI.com
U.S. President Donald Trump attends a bilateral summit with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi at the State Guest House in Tokyo on October 28. The two leaders spoke by phone Tuesday. Photo courtesy Prime Minister's Office of Japan | License Photo Nov. 25 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump request»»»
Djuric meets with von Beckerath
BELGRADE - Serbian FM Marko Djuric met with the head of the EU Delegation to Serbia Andreas von Beckerath on Monday. "Today’s meeting with EU Ambassador Andreas von Beckerath offered a valuable opportunity to recap the discussions that Serbian delegations, led by Parliament Speaker Ana Brnabic, Eur»»»
MP Ezzeddine: Israeli Attack on Dahieh Comprises Crime against All of Lebanon
Member of Loyalty to Resistance bloc, MP Hasan Ezzeddine, stated that the Israeli enemy’s nature is rooted in crime, killing, and destruction, without distinguishing between civilians and military personnel. He emphasized that the enemy’s actions in Gaza are a testament to its brutality, and that i»»»
Pope Leo to Take Peace Message to Türkiye, Lebanon on First Overseas Trip
Pope Leo will embark on his first trip outside Italy as the leader of the Catholic Church on Thursday, travelling to Türkiye and Lebanon, where he is expected to make appeals for peace in the region and urge unity among long-divided Christian churches. Leo, the first US pope, will give his first sp»»»
Japan launches DOGE-inspired office to cut budget waste
Tokyo: Japan launched its own version of the US government's infamous cost-cutting Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) on Tuesday in a bid to ease concerns over a $135-billion stimulus package. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi pledged last week huge government spending to boost the economy, ins»»»
Carmistin reintroduces rail cereal transport as part of efforts to cut emissions in agri-food sector
The first rail shipment of cereals in three decades arrived today in Băbeni, Vâlcea County, as part of an initiative launched by Carmistin Group, which operates several farms and feed production facilities in the area. The company aims to reduce its carbon footprint and implement its own strategy f»»»
Media opportunities at the 32nd OSCE Ministerial Council in Vienna
HELSINKI/VIENNA, 25 November 2025 - The 32nd Ministerial Council meeting of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) will take place on 4–5 December 2025 at Hofburg Palace in Vienna, Austria. Hosted at the invitation of the OSCE Chairperson-in-Office, Minister for Foreign Aff»»»
Majority of Bulgarians Feel Pay Raises Aren’t Keeping Up as Inflation Pressures Persist
A new nationally representative survey conducted by the "Myara" agency for the Confederation of Independent Trade Unions (CITUB) in Bulgaria shows that the overwhelming majority of Bulgarians feel their earnings are not keeping pace with living costs. The poll, carried out between October 30 and No»»»
German 'hammer gang' trial for seven accused of extreme-left violence
Seven people have gone on trial in Dresden, eastern Germany, charged with being members or supporters of a militant, criminal left-wing extremist group, Antifa Ost - also known as the "hammer gang". Earlier this month the United States designated Antifa Ost as a terrorist organisation, along with s»»»
Burgas Municipality to Attract Bulgarian Doctors Working Abroad for New Children's Hospital
The new St Anastasia Children's Hospital in Burgas will seek to attract Bulgarian doctors working abroad, whose experience and professionalism will guarantee that the hospital has a highly qualified team when it starts functioning, Burgas Mayor Dimitar Nikolov said on Tuesday. For this purpose, the»»»
EU says must 'step up' against China rare earths 'racket'
Strasbourg, France: The European Union must ramp up efforts to break its dependence on China for rare earths faced with export curbs that amount to a "racket" by Beijing, the bloc's industry chief Stephane Sejourne said Tuesday. China, the world's top producer of rare earths, in October announced n»»»
Power bank overheats on Hong Kong-Singapore flight, passengers describe panic
A Singapore Airlines Scoot flight from Hong Kong to Singapore on November 22 experienced an in-cabin fire after a passenger’s rechargeable power bank overheated, the budget carrier confirmed. The incident occurred aboard flight TR939, which departed Hong Kong at 5.48pm, and was swiftly managed by t»»»
NADZ Healthcare crowned “Best Home Healthcare” at Health Magazine Awards 2025
NADZ Healthcare, the UAE’s fast-rising premium home healthcare provider, was awarded “Best Home Healthcare” by H.E. Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan at the Health Magazine Annual Health Awards 2025, held at the Grand Hyatt on 8 October.The accolade recognises NADZ’s combination of clinical rigou»»»
UAE launches Tabby installment option for government fees and fines
Dubai: The UAE has launched a new payment service with Tabby that allows people to pay federal government fees and fines in monthly installments. The service is based on the “Buy Now, Pay Later” model and is available through authorised payment channels across the UAE. Sign up for our daily busines»»»