Tunisia–UNIDO: Towards signing Country Partnership Programme in 2026
Tunis, Nov 24 (TAP) – Minister of Economy and Planning Samir Abdelhafidh and Director-General of the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO) Gerd Müller agreed to work towards finalising the Country Partnership Programme, with a...»»»
UAE calls for immediate, unconditional ceasefire as Sudan edges toward collapse
Abu Dhabi: The UAE has called for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire in Sudan, warning that the country is being pushed deeper into a devastating civil war with catastrophic consequences for its people. Reem bint Ibrahim Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation, said Sudane»»»
Lake Kastoria rises as heavy rainfall floods farmland
The level of Lake Kastoria rose by 18 centimeters over four days due to heavy rainfall, adding more than 5 million cubic meters of water to its basin, authorities said. At a meeting today in the office of the Deputy Governor of Kastoria, Dimitris Savvopoulos, officials assessed the damage caused th»»»
Traffic restrictions planned on Athens central roads for November 25 and 26
Authorities will implement traffic regulations on central roads in Athens during the two-day weekend of November 25 and 26. From 12.00 a.m. to 7.00 a.m. on both days, vehicle traffic will be briefly interrupted for bridge stability tests. On November 25, the restrictions will affect New Poseidonos »»»
Ex-Brazilian president broke monitoring rules due to ‘hallucinations’ – lawyers
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro’s alleged attempt to tamper with his electronic ankle monitor while under house arrest was the result of health problems and medication side effects, his lawyers said on Sunday. Bolsonaro was earlier placed into custody after months of house arrest, with th»»»
Tunisia at forefront of hotel-sector growth in Africa, says TTW magazine
Tunis, Nov 24 (TAP) – Tunisia has joined Egypt, Gambia, and Tanzania at the forefront of hotel-sector growth in Africa, a trend that has boosted continental tourism thanks to new developments and high-quality travel offerings.According to a report...»»»
UAE warns inactive accounts now a major cybersecurity threat
Abu Dhabi: The UAE Cybersecurity Council has warned that the growing dependence on digital services is leaving behind a silent but significant vulnerability: inactive user accounts. According to new data released this week, nearly 30 percent of electronic accounts across platforms remain unused for»»»
Djuric, Botsan-Kharchenko discuss bilateral affairs, regional and geopolitical challenges
BELGRADE - Serbian FM Marko Djuric met with Russian Ambassador to Belgrade Alexander Botsan-Kharchenko on Monday to discuss the most significant topics in the field of bilateral cooperation, regional and geopolitical challenges and cooperation in the multilateral sphere. Djuric and Botsan-Kharchenk»»»
Why Are US Military Advisers Alerting Ukraine to Imminent Defeat?
American military officials visiting Kiev last week warned that the coming months will be critical for Ukraine, and that the Donetsk region would be lost within a year. Why have they finally admitted it? No Free Arms, No Morale "The American side is no longer just an endless donor of free weapons f»»»
Kuwaiti sentenced to three years for insulting the UAE
Dubai: A Kuwaiti court has sentenced a man to three years in prison with hard labor after he was found guilty of insulting and defaming the UAE during a live broadcast on TikTok, local media reported. The sentence is to be carried out immediately. The man was detained by security authorities after »»»
Pyongyang’s missile revolution: The most dangerous program you’re not paying attention to
North Korea has spent the past decade doing what few believed was possible: quietly transforming itself into one of the world’s most heavily armed nuclear states. Despite a struggling economy and crushing sanctions, Pyongyang has poured enormous resources into missile technology – all while simulta»»»
Qatar Media Corporation unveils 'Media Encyclopedia'
Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Media Corporation on Monday officially unveiled its pioneering Arab initiative, the “Media Encyclopedia,” during a ceremony held at the Sanad-Doha Club in Msheireb – Heart of Doha. The event was attended by HE Sheikh Khalid bin Abdulaziz bin Jassim Al-Thani, CEO of Qatar Medi»»»
Ancient map reveals secrets hidden for 3,000 years
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UAE issues national guidelines for marking Commemoration Day
Dubai: The UAE has issued updated guidelines for marking Commemoration Day, the solemn national occasion observed annually on 30 November to honor the sacrifices of Emirati martyrs. The comprehensive guide outlines the formal procedures that federal and local entities must follow to ensure the day »»»
Al Jarwan warns of potential impacts of Hayli Gubbi volcano on the Gulf
Dubai: Ash clouds from Ethiopia’s Hayli Gubbi volcano, which erupted for the first time in recorded history last week, may drift toward parts of the Arabian Peninsula, particularly Yemen and Oman, according to Ibrahim Al Jarwan, Chairman of the Emirates Astronomical Society and a member of the Arab»»»
EU sanctions against Russia have ‘failed’ – US Treasury secretary
EU sanctions against Russia over the Ukraine conflict are ineffective, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told NBC News on Sunday. He also criticized the bloc for pursuing the same strategy 19 times in a row and claimed EU officials were essentially “funding the war on themselves.” Last month, Bru»»»
Zelensky is sending a very important signal about Trump’s peace plan
It would be easy to misunderstand the 10-minute address that Ukraine’s leader Vladimir Zelensky released for his people and the world in response to the 28-point peace plan devised by Russia and the US and now circulating in draft form. That’s because Zelensky’s speech was clearly designed to allow»»»
Qatar Media Corporation unveils Media Encyclopedia
DOHA Doha’s cultural heart, Msheireb, witnessed a defining moment on Monday as Qatar Media Corporation (QMC) officially launched its pioneering Arab project, the “Media Encyclopedia,” during a ceremony held at Sanad Club and attended by prominent officials, scholars, and media professionals. The Me»»»
Kohl's promotes interim CEO Michael Bender to permanent role - UPI.com
A Kohl's department store pictured April 2020 in Alameda, Calif. On Wednesday, the Wisconsin-headquartered company's named interim CEO Michael Bender its third chief executive in a three year period in a unanimous move effective Sunday. File Photo by John G. Mabanglo/EPA Nov. 24 (UPI) -- Khol's on »»»
Sheikh Mohammed opens new FNC session on behalf of UAE President
Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, opened the third ordinary session of the 18th legislative chapter of the Federal National Council (FNC) on Tuesday, acting on behalf of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed A»»»
Naryn receives new buses and specialized equipment for municipal services - | 24.KG
During a working visit to Naryn region, Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan Adylbek Kasymaliev inspected specialized equipment purchased for municipal and city services, as well as new buses. The Cabinet’s press service reported. Today, the keys to 11 buses and 10 units of specialize»»»
Russian President Vladimir Putin to visit Kyrgyzstan on November 25-27 - | 24.KG
Russian President Vladimir Putin will make a state visit to Kyrgyzstan from November 25 to 27. Sagynbek Abdumutalip, head of the Foreign Policy Department of the Presidential Administration, announced. According to him, the visit will take place at the invitation of Sadyr Japarov and will be an imp»»»
Abducted child's father tells BBC he felt helpless as he saw mass Nigerian kidnapping
A father has told the BBC he felt powerless as he witnessed gunmen on motorbikes abduct dozens of children, including his son, after storming a Catholic boarding school in northern Nigeria in the early hours of Friday. The father said he was asleep when he was awoken by the noise of the gunmen as t»»»
Former British PM David Cameron treated for prostate cancer - UPI.com
Former British Prime Minister David Cameron announced that he has been treated for prostate cancer. File Photo by Hugo Philpott/UPI | License Photo Nov. 24 (UPI) -- Former British Prime Minister David Cameron announced that he has early-stage prostate cancer, and called for more screenings in the c»»»
Court filing: Meta shut down research looking at mental health impacts of Facebook, Instagram - UPI.com
A workspace is dedicated to Meta in the International Media Center in Moscone Center in San Francisco on November 16, 2023. Court documents released Friday showed Meta shut down a 2019 study evaluating the mental health effects of Facebook and Instagram. File Photo by Terry Schmitt/UPI | License Ph»»»
Zelensky warns against giving away territory as latest Ukraine talks end
Talks in Geneva between the US and Ukraine aimed at ending the war with Russia have concluded, with officials from both sides reporting "progress" and an intention to continue working. However, no details have emerged on how to bridge the considerable divide between Moscow and Kyiv over territorial»»»
Maria Ilieva - Yordanova Appointed as Head of Bulgarian Accreditation Service Executive Agency
Maria Ilieva - Yordanova has been appointed Executive Director of the Bulgarian Accreditation Service Executive Agency (BASEA) by order of the Economy and Industry Minister, the Ministry said on Monday. She is a highly qualified specialist with more than 20 years of experience in the fields of metr»»»
Bulgarian, Turkish, and Italian Troops Hold Joint Exercise at Koren Training Range
A mechanized company and a self-propelled mortar battery from the 38th Mechanized Battalion of the 2nd Tundzha Mechanized Brigade, together with units from the NATO Multinational Battle Group in Bulgaria, conducted a tactical exercise at the Koren training range on November 23-24. In addition to pe»»»
Invest Qatar, Polish Investment and Trade Agency partner to bolster economic ties
Doha, Qatar: Invest Qatar, the Investment Promotion Agency of Qatar, and the Polish Investment and Trade Agency (PAIH) have entered into a strategic partnership aimed at deepening economic and investment cooperation between Qatar and Poland. This collaboration, formalised during the Poland-Qatar In»»»
Election of Republika Srpska president saw candidates campaign freely but lacked a level playing field, international observers say
BANJA LUKA, 24 November 2025 – While candidates could campaign freely ahead of yesterday’s early election of the president of Republika Srpska in Bosnia and Herzegovina, the undue advantages enjoyed by the ruling party combined with the removal of public campaign funding created an uneven playing f»»»
Some screen time can be healthy for children, study finds - UPI.com
Some screen time may be healthy for children, depending on the device and the activity, according to researchers. File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo Ah, screens. The thing kids won't put down, and parents can't stop worrying about. But a new study suggests they may not be all bad afte»»»
Study finds use of head CT scans has doubled in U.S. emergency rooms - UPI.com
Nearly 16 million head CT scans were ordered by emergency rooms in 2022, up from under 8 million in 2007, researchers reported in a new study. File Photo by Morteza Nikoubazl/UPI | License Photo Use of head CT scans in U.S. emergency departments has more than doubled over the past 15 years, a new s»»»
MOPH enhances role of medical directors towards safe leadership in professional practice
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) recently organised a workshop entitled "Empowerment Towards Safe Leadership in Professional Practice" for medical directors. Assistant Undersecretary for Healthcare Regulatory Affairs at MOPH, Dr Ghanim Ali Al Mannai stated: "The Ministry continues »»»
IndiGo Kannur–Abu Dhabi flight diverted to Ahmedabad after Ethiopia volcano ash alert
An IndiGo flight from Kannur, India, bound for Abu Dhabi was forced to divert mid-air to Ahmedabad on Monday after a volcanic ash cloud was detected along its route, originating from a recent eruption in Ethiopia. The diversion of IndiGo flight 6E 1433, which operates the Kannur–Abu Dhabi route, wa»»»
Dubai breaks tourism record with 15.7 million visitors
Dubai: Dubai welcomed a record 15.7 million international visitors between January and October 2025, according to the latest tourism performance data from the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET). Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The figure represents a 5 per c»»»
Bulgaria Set for Calmer, Warmer Tuesday with Clouds Receding from the West
Cloud cover is expected to ease on Tuesday, with the first clearings appearing from the west, according to the NIMH outlook for November 25. The day will remain dry throughout the country. In the eastern regions, a light southerly breeze will develop, while minimum temperatures will generally range»»»
Erdogan reiterates his country’s support for Syria’s territorial integrity
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan reiterated his country’s support for Syria’s territorial integrity and stability, saying that Syrians should determine their own future. Speaking to reporters upon returning from the G20 summit in South Africa, Erdoğan said Turkey seeks peace and prosperity ac»»»
QSE index closes higher
Doha: Qatar Stock Exchange closed on Monday's trading session higher by 46.81 points, or 0.44 percent, ending at 10,699.94 points. During the session, a total of 232,142,557 shares were traded, with a value of QAR 1,078,741,284.418, through 47,601 transactions across all sectors. Nineteen companies»»»
Malaysia to ban social media for users under 16 - UPI.com
Malaysia will ban social media use for those under 16 beginning next year. File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo Nov. 24 (UPI) -- Malaysia will bar children under 16 from social media platforms beginning next year, similar to the way Australia and Denmark have. Communications Minister Fa»»»
US's Ukraine Plan Will Be Heavily Revised by All Sides - Kremlin Aide
The draft US plan on Ukraine will be revised and modified by Russia, Ukraine, the United States, and Europe, Russian presidential aide Yuri Ushakov said. “They passed us a draft that is now being discussed. And, as you know, it will naturally undergo revisions and modifications on our side, and lik»»»
Dacic, Hammouchi discuss Serbia-Morocco police cooperation
MARRAKESH - Serbian Interior Minister Ivica Dacic said on Monday he had had a very good meeting with the head of Morocco's General Directorate for National Security Abdellatif Hammouchi on the sidelines of the 93rd Interpol General Assembly session in Marrakesh. In an Instagram post, Dacic wrote th»»»
Bulgaria: Public Sector Workers Stage Nationwide Protests Demanding Higher Wages
The Confederation of Independent Trade Unions in Bulgaria (CITUB) staged a national protest calling for higher wages across public administration and transport sectors. Demonstrators gathered at Dr. Zhelyo Zhelev Square in Sofia, with “budget” Santa Claus and Snow White among the participants, emph»»»
Bulgaria Ready to Support Peace Efforts in Ukraine, PM Says
Bulgaria, as both an EU member state and a NATO ally, is prepared to play an active role in supporting initiatives for peace and stability, Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov stated during the informal meeting of EU heads of state and government on November 24. He emphasized that Ukraine’s security is»»»
Sheikha Moza calls for an education that promotes values of truth, justice, and beauty, and for knowledge that serves as means of liberating humanity
DOHA: Chairperson of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser attended the opening of the 12th edition of the World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE 12). Under the theme 'Humanity: Human Values at the Heart of Education', this edit»»»
Russian airborne assault on Kharkiv kills 4, injures at least 13 - UPI.com
A blaze in a section of a district of Kharkiv burns out of control in the early hours of Monday after dozens of Russian drones targeted three districts, all in the north of the city, killing four people and injuring at least 13. Photo by Sergey Kozlov/EPA Nov. 24 (UPI) -- Four people were killed an»»»
PM: Ukraine's Security Is Integral Part of Europe's Security
Ukraine's security is an integral part of Europe's security and Bulgaria is ready to play an active role in finding solutions to promote peace and stability as a member of both the European Union and NATO, Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov said during an informal meeting of EU heads of state and gove»»»
Brnabic: Very good meetings in Stockholm about rule of law, Serbia's EU integration
STOCKHOLM - Serbian Parliament Speaker Ana Brnabic said on Monday she had had very good, open and sincere meetings about rule of law and Serbia's EU integration with OSCE Parliamentary Assembly President Pere Joan Pons Sampietro, officials of the Baltic states and German Bundestag President Julia K»»»
Your 2026 holiday plans just got cheaper with Etihad’s 35% off White Friday fares
Abu Dhabi: Etihad Airways is giving UAE travellers a head start on their 2026 getaways with a major White Friday sale offering up to 35 per cent off airfares. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The Abu Dhabi-based national carrier launched the week-long offer on Sunday, i»»»
QNB issues Qatar's first native digital bond in $US 500m landmark deal
Doha: Qatar National Bank (QNB) has completed the country's first-ever native digital bond issuance, raising USD 500 million in what is being described as the largest transaction of its kind by a financial institution in the Middle East and Africa. The three-year floating-rate bond was issued throu»»»
Hezbollah’s Narrative for 2024 War (Day 63): Tel Aviv’s Black Sunday
On the first anniversary of 2024 Israeli ware on Lebanon, the Islamic Resistance Military Media started issuing an episodic documentary that highlights the various aspects of the Battle of the Formidable in Might. Hezbollah Military Media affirmed that the series would not be just a presentation of»»»