Rise of the celebrity politician: India’s politics enters a new performance era
A viral picture and video of politicians Mahua Moitra of the Trinamool Congress (TMC), Supriya Sule — daughter of Sharad Pawar of the Nationalist Congress Party — and actor-MP Kangana Ranaut of the BJP performing a choreographed dance to a Shah Rukh Khan number at the wedding of the daughter of Nav»»»
Florida governor declares Muslim civil rights group, Muslim Brotherhood a terrorist organisation
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday designated one of the largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy groups in the US a “foreign terrorist organisation,” following a similar step by Texas last month. The directive against the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) comes in an executive order De»»»
Dileep acquitted: Who is Honey Varghese, the judge behind the actress assault case verdict
In a major development, Malayalam actor Dileep has been acquitted in the 2017 case involving the abduction and sexual assault of a prominent actress in Kochi. Ernakulam District and Principal Sessions Judge Honey M Varghese cleared Dileep of all charges while convicting six others, including prime »»»
“The Israeli–Lebanese ceasefire is collapsing — Washington must act before war returns” – Ya Libnan
Share: BY Ya Libnan Editorial Board, Op-ED The ceasefire agreement between Lebanon and Israel is collapsing. Daily violations, rising tension, and Israel’s continued occupation of strategic Lebanese hills are pushing both countries back toward the edge of war. If this trajectory holds, the region w»»»
Medical update: Miss Jamaica suffered intracranial hemorrhage after fall - UPI.com
Miss Universe Jamaica posted an updated profile photo of Dr. Gabrielle Henry on Nov. 9, 10 days before she suffered an intracranial hemorrhage and "other significant injuries" when she fell from the stage during preliminary competition of the Miss Universe pageant. Photo by Miss Universe Jamaica/Fa»»»
Rep. Jasmine Crockett launches U.S. Senate bid in Texas - UPI.com
Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, speaks at the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois on August 19, 2024. On Monday, Crockett announced she was launching a U.S. Senate bid in Texas and would vacate the 30th Congressional District seat she has held since 2023. F»»»
Dubai resident shocked: He rented his flat for Dh4,000—but lost Dh1,200
Dubai: A UAE-based NRI I’ll call Arjun — a stand-in for several similar cases I’ve come across — recently reviewed his India income statements and noticed something many overseas Indians discover only after losing money: his income was consistently lower than expected. What he thought would be a ro»»»
Magnitude 7.6 earthquake in Japan: 10 hurt, warning of more tremors
At least 10 people were reported injured on Tuesday but there appeared to be no major damage after a big quake rocked northern Japan and triggered tsunami waves up to 70 centimetres (28 inches) high. But the Japan Meteorological Agency also said the magnitude 7.6 quake which struck at 11:15 pm on M»»»
Donald Trump vs Ilhan Omar: Attacks on Minnesota's Somali community cast a spotlight on fraud cases
MINNEAPOLIS: President Donald Trump has linked his administration’s immigration crackdown against Minnesota’s large Somali community to a series of fraud cases involving government programs in which many defendants have roots in the east African country. Trump last week labelled Minnesota Somalis a»»»
A wage for housework? India's sweeping experiment in paying women
In a village in the central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, a woman receives a small but steady sum each month - not wages, for she has no formal job, but an unconditional cash transfer from the government. Premila Bhalavi says the money covers medicines, vegetables and her son's school fees. The s»»»
Sudan air force bombing of towns, markets and schools has killed hundreds, report says
Sudan's air force has carried out bombings in which at least 1,700 civilians have died in attacks on residential neighbourhoods, markets, schools and camps for displaced people, according to an investigation into air raids in the country's civil war. The Sudan Witness Project says it has compiled t»»»
Benin military hunts fugitive soldiers a day after foiled coup attempt
Benin's economic capital Cotonou was mostly calm on Monday as the country's armed forces hunted fugitive soldiers who staged a botched coup attempt a day earlier. Neighbouring Nigeria said it carried out strikes on Sunday and deployed troops to help restore order in the West African nation battling»»»
Federal judge throws out Trump order blocking development of wind energy
WASHINGTON: A federal judge on Monday struck down President Donald Trump’s executive order blocking wind energy projects, saying the effort to halt virtually all leasing of wind farms on federal lands and waters was “arbitrary and capricious” and violates US law. Judge Patti Saris of the US Distric»»»
Taking stock of Sharaa’s rule in Syria, one year after the fall of Assad
One year after the fall of Syrian despot Bashar al-Assad, the country is trying to rebuild from the ruins of a 13-year civil war. Interim President – and former rebel leader – Ahmed al-Sharaa is leading a delicate transition faced with enormous challenges including a depleted economy, fledglin»»»
The Debate - A new Syria? One year after the fall of Bashar al-Assad
It was exactly one year ago today that the lightning offensive reached its ultimate conclusion. Syria saw the fall of Bashar al-Assad, ending over five decades of his regime in a blitz that stunned the world. In Damascus, celebrations erupted in Umayyad Square, as Syrians emerged from thirteen year»»»
PepsiCo to cut prices, eliminate products as part of a deal with an activist investor
PepsiCo plans to cut prices and eliminate some of its products under a deal with an activist investor announced Monday. The Purchase, New York-based company, which makes Cheetos, Tostitos and other Frito-Lay products as well as beverages, said it will cut nearly 20% of its product offerings by earl»»»
Is AI in recruitment a 'race to the bottom'?
It's my first job interview in more than eight years. Even though it's a video interview, I'm still keen to impress. When I log on, my interviewer, whose name I didn't catch, looks relaxed and friendly. He asks carefully articulated questions, listens intently, and even asks follow ups regarding pa»»»
Trump gives Nvidia green light to sell advanced AI chips to China
US President Donald Trump has announced that he will allow AI chip maker Nvidia to sell its advanced H200 chips to "approved customers" in China. "We will protect National Security, create American Jobs, and keep America's lead in AI," Trump said on social media on Monday. The decision will apply t»»»
Congresswoman Luna Questions $400Mln Military Aid for Ukraine in 2026 Military Budget
WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - US Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna questioned the inclusion of hundreds of millions in military aid for Ukraine in the House's draft of the 2026 national defense budget on Monday. “Why is there more funding in NDAA for Ukraine?” Luna wrote in an X post. She stressed that the »»»
Aurora might be visible across northern U.S. Tuesday after solar eruptions - UPI.com
The Northern Lights are seen over Round Lake Heights, Ill., in November. A burst of solar material known as a coronal mass ejection (CME) was detected by NOAA satellites departing the sun on Monday, meaning the lights could be seen by Tuesday in some northern parts of the United States. File Photo »»»
IMF releases $1.2 billion to Pakistan
The International Monetary Fund announced Monday it has released $1.2 billion to Pakistan, recognising its efforts in macroeconomic reform. That brings to $3.3 billion the amount disbursed by the Washington-based fund to Islamabad under two programs aimed at providing financial support for economic»»»
GCC Ambassadors in China emphasize importance of strategic partnerships
BEIJING, Dec 8 (KUNA) -- The ambassadors of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries in China emphasized the importance of strengthening the existing strategic partnership with China across various political, economic, and cultural fields.This came during a meeting held at Kuwait's Embassy in B»»»
Trump: Zelensky seemingly lacks commitment to plan ending Ukraine war
WASHINGTON, Dec 8 (KUNA) -- President Donald Trump said late Sunday that he was "a little disappointed" over Ukrainian President Volodymr Zelensky's lack of commitment to the US plan to end the Ukraine war with Russia.Answering a press question during the 48th Annual Kennedy Center Honors, Trump re»»»
Japan's Q3 GDP revised down to 2.3 pct contraction
TOKYO, Dec 8 (KUNA) -- Japan's economy shrank shaper than initially estimated in the July-September period, chiefly due to weaker-than-expected corporate capital spending, the government said Monday.The world's No. 3 economy's gross domestic product (GDP) weakened at an annual 2.3 percent pace in t»»»
Kuwait makes effective contributions to Islamic Development Bank (IsDB)
News report by Fawaz Esmairan JEDDAH, Dec 8 (KUNA) -- The State of Kuwait has always committed itself to finding and offering concerted solutions to throw much weight behind the economies and societies of Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) member states for a better development future.By so doing, Kuw»»»
Kuwait participates in UAE's Bridge 2025 Summit for media development
ABU DHABI, Dec 8 (KUNA) -- The "Bridge 2025" Summit opened in Abu Dhabi on Monday with the participation of Kuwaiti Minister of Information and Minister of State for Youth Affairs Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi to discuss the future of global media.The three-day event features seven tracks covering digital»»»
Japan's Ambassador highlights Japanese language as bridge to Kuwait
By Omar Al-Mutairi KUWAIT, Dec 8 (KUNA) -- The Embassy of Japan in Kuwait hosted the 18th Japanese Language Speaking Competition on Monday at Kuwait University, gathering students, educators, and cultural enthusiasts to celebrate and strengthen ties between the two nations.The event was organized i»»»
Kuwait's KUFPEC highlights energy forum as launchpad towards safer future
KUWAIT, Dec 8 (KUNA) -- A Kuwait-hosted energy youth forum serves as a launchpad towards a safer and more secure future for the oil industry, the deputy chief executive of Kuwait Foreign Petroleum Exploration Company (KUFPEC) said on Monday. The two-day gathering is also a testament to national amb»»»
Algeria, Kuwait discuss boosting judicial cooperation
ALGIERS, Dec 8 (KUNA) -- The visiting Kuwait's President of the Supreme Judicial Council and President of the Court of Cassation, Counsellor Dr. Adel Bouresli, held talks on Monday with Algeria's First President of the Supreme Court, Tahar Mamouni, on means of boosting mutual cooperation in the leg»»»
IOM officials affirm significance of partnership with Kuwait for humanitarian action
KUWAIT, Dec 8 (KUNA) -- Officials of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) on Monday affirmed significance of the partnership with the State of Kuwait for supporting the IOM efforts in humanitarian response and programs for protecting victims of crises.This came during a news conferenc»»»
Pres. Auon: Lebanon opts for diplomatic solution to conflict with Israeli occupation
BEIRUT, Dec 8 (KUNA) -- Lebanese President Joseph Aoun expressed Monday his country's desire to find a diplomatic solution to the conflict with the Israeli occupation that lead to the cessation of hostilities and the withdrawal of occupation forces from the South.President Auon made this remark dur»»»
Kuwait Min. emphasizes digital technologies for housing development
KUWAIT, Dec 8 (KUNA) -- Kuwaiti Minister of State for Municipal Affairs and Minister of State for Housing Affairs Abdullatif Al-Mashari emphasized Monday the necessity of adopting modern digital technologies to keep pace with development requirements and enhance performance, thereby developing the »»»
Congress to vote on defense bill, release of unedited boat strikes video - UPI.com
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, whose department has faced backlash over video of a second strike on an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean, looks on during a meeting in the Cabinet Room of the White House in Washington, D.C., on November 7. Congress will vote this month on the annual Defense Dep»»»
Trump says survivors of scrutinised US strike were trying to right boat before 2nd missile was fired
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump on Monday justified the U.S. military's decision to fire a second missile in a heavily scrutinised attack on a boat in the Caribbean Sea by claiming that two suspected drug smugglers were trying to right the vessel after it had capsized in the initial strike. Trum»»»
Sweaty Betty in new dispute over ad slogans
Activewear brand Sweaty Betty has become involved in a new dispute over advertising slogans, which a period underwear company claims were copied. Kelly Newton said Sweaty Betty's use of two taglines that were very similar to her firm Nixi Body's "seemed a little off", and while she could not get th»»»
European allies back Zelensky after Trump criticism
Ukraine's European allies put on a show of support for President Volodymyr Zelensky Monday as they expressed scepticism about parts of the US proposal to end Russia's nearly four-year invasion. Zelensky first held a meeting in London with the leaders of Britain, France and Germany before heading to»»»
How Australia found itself battling big tech over social media for children
When Stephen Scheeler became Facebook's Australia chief in the early 2010s, he was a true believer in the power of the internet, and social media, for public good. It would herald a new era of global connection and democratise learning. It would let users build their own public squares without the »»»
Reddit says Australia's under-16 social media ban 'legally erroneous'
Online discussion site Reddit on Tuesday condemned Australia's imminent social media ban for under-16's as "legally erroneous" but said it would comply with the landmark crackdown. "By limiting account eligibility and putting identity tests on internet usage, this law undermines everyone's right to»»»
Dense fog Monday night and Tuesday morning
Tunis, Dec. 8 (TAP) - The weather late on Monday night and on Tuesday morning will be favourable for local fog formation in the north and in the central coastal regions, according to the National Institute of Meteorology.The fog is expected to be...»»»
FRANCE 24 launches a major video competition about Europe, open to young people!
A call for video submissions on the theme of European cohesion and fake news propagated about the EU or the European Parliament. Six prizes are up for grabs and winners will be invited to visit the FRANCE 24 headquarters to attend an awards ceremony at Europa Experience and have their videos broadc»»»
Qatar and Switzerland hold 2nd round of political consultations
QNA Doha Qatar and the Swiss Confederation have held a new round of political consultations in Doha, aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation between the two countries. The meeting, held in Doha on Monday, was chaired on the Qatari side by Director of the European Affairs Department at the Mini»»»
Environment ministry launches Qatar’s National Adaptation Plan
QNA DOHA The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change launched the State of Qatar’s National Adaptation Plan (NAP), which forms the comprehensive national framework to enhance the country’s ability to cope with the effects of climate change, protect its vital resources and its economic and servic»»»
Doha Forum: Youth Edition 2025 amplifies global youth voices
Tribune News Network Doha QatarDebate Center concluded the activities of the Doha Forum: Youth Edition 2025, held at the Multaqa building in Education City, with the participation of a cohort of promising young leaders from 100 countries. The participants were set to play an active role in the main»»»
North Macedonia’s speaker lauds Doha Forum 2025 program quality
Ashraf Siddiqui Doha Speaker of the Assembly of North Macedonia Afrim Gashi has commended the well-coordinated arrangements, high-quality discussions, and pertinent presentations of the just-concluded Doha Forum 2025. He said that the Forum’s central motto was among the best and most necessary for »»»
‘Strong ties among GCC countrieskey driver in development goals’
Tribune News Network Doha The National Planning Council (NPC) participated in the 23rd edition of the Doha Forum, held under the patronage of the Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani. Representing the Council, Ahmad Khalid Al Sumaiti, director of the International Indicators and Intern»»»
Rayan Travel & Tours opens new branch office in Abu Hamour area
Tribune News Network Doha As part of its retail network expansion, Rayan Travel & Tours has inaugurated a new branch office in the Abu Hamour area, further strengthening its presence in Qatar. The new outlet was inaugurated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony led by Zaheer Yousuf, general manager of Ray»»»
Mada Center holds exhibition, announces 2026-2028 strategy
QNA Doha Under the patronage and in the presence of Minister of Social Development and Family, HE Buthaina bint Ali Al Jabr Al Nuaimi, Mada Assistive Technology Center-Qatar organised the Mada Center Strategy Exhibition 2026-2028, under the theme ‘Universal Access’. This exhibition represents a piv»»»
Shura commends 23rd Doha Forum’s success
QNA DOHA The Shura Council held its regular weekly session on Monday in the Tamim bin Hamad Hall at the Council’s headquarters, chaired by Speaker of the Council HE Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim. At the outset of the session, the Council commended the success of the 23rd Doha Forum, held under the »»»
Qatar-Somalia Joint Supreme Committee holds first meeting
The Joint Supreme Committee between the State of Qatar and the Federal Republic of Somalia convened its inaugural meeting in Doha on Monday. The Qatari side was headed by Minister of State for Foreign Affairs HE Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi, while the Somali side was headed by Somali Minister of For»»»
Doha Forum 2025 concludes with a focus on mediation, negotiation and Africa-GCC collaboration
Tribune News Network Doha Doha Forum 2025 concluded with a dedicated day of partner-led sessions, collaborative engagements, and hands-on negotiation training, reflecting the commitments, insights, and shared priorities that emerged across the global gathering. The discussions reinforced Doha Forum»»»