Temperatures down with scattered showers in northern coastal areas
Tunis, Jan. 25 (TAP) — The weather, on Sunday, will remain mostly cloudy, with scattered rain along the northern coastal areas. These showers may become temporarily thundery during the afternoon.Winds will blow from the west. They will be strong...»»»
Dubai Police answer 1.46m calls in Q4 2025 — and hit 99.5% in under 10 seconds
Dubai Police continue to demonstrate high readiness in protecting the community, with the force’s Command-and-Control Centre handling more than 1.46 million calls during Q4 of 2025, while maintaining one of the fastest emergency response times globally. His Excellency Major General Hareb Al Shamsi,»»»
Massive winter storm sweeps across US bringing ice, frigid temps
Houston: A winter storm headed towards the northeast United States on Sunday after sweeping across much of the country, threatening massive tens of millions of Americans with blackouts, transportation chaos and bone-chilling cold. After battering the country's southwest and central areas, the storm»»»
Experts Comment on Political Situation after Rumen Radev's Stepping Down as President
Political scientists Atanas Radev and Boris Popivanov and sociologists Boryana Dimitrova and Evelina Slavkova commented in an interview for BTA on whether former president Rumen Radev chose the right moment to resign as president and on how the political landscape in the country is changing. The re»»»
Kuwaiti oil barrel price down 92 cents at USD 60.96
KUWAIT, Jan 24 (KUNA) -- The price of Kuwaiti oil barrel went down 92 cents to reach USD 60.96 per barrel on Friday, compared with USD 61.88 pb on Thursday, according to Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) on Saturday. In international markets, Brent crude oil price went up USD 1.82 to stand at USD »»»
Pakistan dismisses reports of cancelled UAE deal for Islamabad Airport
Dubai: The Pakistan government has formally included Islamabad International Airport (IIAP) in its active privatisation programme. The move is part of its ongoing outsourcing process for Karachi’s Jinnah International Airport and Lahore’s Allama Iqbal International Airport, revealed the Ministry of»»»
Saudi Arabia’s Maaden Successfully Raises $1 Billion Through 10-Year International Sukuk
The Saudi Arabian Mining Company (Maaden) announced the successful completion of a dollar-denominated sukuk offering with a total value of $1 billion (approximately 3.75 billion riyals). This issuance is part of the company's international sukuk program, which aims to attract qualified investors fr»»»
Foreign Direct Investment Inflows into Bulgaria Rise by Over 11% Year on Year
Foreign direct investment into Bulgaria recorded a solid positive balance in the first eleven months of 2025, nearing the €3 billion mark, according to data released by the Bulgarian National Bank. Between January and November 2025, the net inflow of direct investment reached €2.9846 billion, which»»»
Fans bid farewell to Japan's only pandas
Tokyo: Panda lovers in Tokyo said goodbye on Sunday to a hugely popular pair of the bears that are set to return to China, leaving Japan without the beloved animals for the first time in half a century. Loaned out as part of China's "panda diplomacy" programme, the distinctive black-and-white anima»»»
Israeli Occupation Army Radio: “Israel” and the US reached an understanding last week to reopen the Rafah crossing in both directions - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli Occupation Army Radio: “Israel” and the US reached an understanding last week to reopen the Rafah crossing in both directions 25-01»»»
Israeli artillery targets outskirts of Kfarchouba town, South Lebanon: Al-Manar reporter - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Civil Defense rescues a woman and her child from the rubble of a collapsed building in Tripoli’s Qubba district, northern Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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GCC-Stat: UN projects GCC population to reach 83.6 mln by 2050
MUSCAT, Jan 24 (KUNA) -- A report issued by the Gulf Statistical Center (GCC-Stat) on demographic indicators for the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries forecasts that population growth will continue during the period 2025-2050, based on United Nations projections, with the total population of»»»
Fake Baghdad doctor busted running drug clinic — 160 narcotic pills seized
Dubai: Iraqi security forces have arrested a drug dealer who posed as a medical specialist and operated a fake clinic in the capital, using it as a front to sell narcotics. The suspect was detained during a raid on the sham clinic in the Al Amari area of Baghdad, after intelligence led police to be»»»
Trump’s Greenland Ambitions Strain MAGA Ties with Europe’s Far-Right
Tensions over US President Donald Trump's plans to take control of Greenland have driven a wedge in the once iron-clad link between MAGA and Europe's far-right. The rift seems to signal that ideological alignment alone may not be enough to temper worries among European nationalists over Trump's int»»»
Indonesian Rescuers Struggle with Mud and Debris in Search for Dozens Missing After Deadly Landslide
Indonesian rescuers struggled Sunday with mounds of mud, debris and water‑soaked ground, searching for dozens still missing after a landslide triggered by torrential rains the day before on the country’s main island of Java killed at least 11 people. The predawn landslide roared down the slopes of »»»
Fans Bid Farewell to Japan’s Only Pandas
Panda lovers in Tokyo said goodbye on Sunday to a hugely popular pair of the bears that are set to return to China, leaving Japan without the beloved animals for the first time in half a century. Loaned out as part of China's "panda diplomacy" program, the distinctive black-and-white animals have s»»»
Retail stores open Sunday for winter sales
Retail stores across Greece will be open Sunday for the second week of the winter sales period. Recommended opening hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., though large shopping malls and department stores are expected to stay open longer. Store openings are optional, with each business deciding independently»»»
EU Russophobes Stick to Policy of Strategic Defeat on Moscow - Russian Foreign Intel Head
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Public "spells" about inflicting a strategic defeat on Russia on the battlefield have died down, but the most Russophobic circles in Europe continue to push this line, Russian Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) Director Sergei Naryshkin told Sputnik. "Indeed, such spells about de»»»
On This Day, Jan. 25: Hamas takes majority in Palestinian elections - UPI.com
On Jan. 25, 2006, the militant Islamic group Hamas, calling for destruction of Israel, scored a stunning victory in the Palestinian parliamentary election. 1 of 7 | Ismail Haniya, Hamas chief candidate, casts his vote in Gaza City in the Palestinian legislative election January 25, 2006. File Photo»»»
Egypt, Japan co-chair'26 United Nations Water Conference
CAIRO, Jan 24 (KUNA) -- Egypt and Japan secured joint chairmanship of the third edition of the United Nations Water Conference 2026, under the theme " Water for the Planet".Egyptian Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation Hani Sewilam said in a statement on Saturday that the Conference would add»»»
Bulgaria Sees 1.3% Price Hike in January Small Consumer Basket
In January, the cost of Bulgaria’s small consumer basket rose to 58.80 euros, marking an increase of 75 euro cents, or 1.3%, compared to December. This data was shared by Violeta Ivanova from the Confederation of Bulgarian Trade Unions (CITUB) during a press briefing. The union’s survey, conducted »»»
Around 1,700 Kyiv Apartment Blocks Still without Heating After Russian Strike
Around 1,700 apartment buildings in the Ukrainian capital Kyiv were still without heating following a Russian missile and drone attack earlier this week, Kyiv Mayor Vitalii Klitschko said on Sunday. Russia launched a vast attack on Ukraine's energy system on Saturday, rocking Kyiv with explosions»»»
AI lifeguard? Dubai adds smart cameras and sensors to make beaches safer
Dubai: The emirate of Dubai is boosting its use of advanced technology to improve quality of life, deploying artificial intelligence and smart data analytics across its public beaches to enhance safety and speed up emergency response. The smart safety system, according to Al Etihad newspaper, relie»»»
Faced with Trump, Greenlanders try to protect their children
Nuuk: In a coffee shop in Greenland's capital Nuuk, Lykke Lynge looked fondly at her four kids as they sipped their hot chocolate, seemingly oblivious to the world's convulsions. Since Donald Trump returned to the White House last year with a renewed ambition to seize Greenland, international polit»»»
Climber summits 101-floor skyscraper without safety gear
American climber Alex Honnold has successfully scaled a Taiwan skyscraper without a rope, harness or safety equipment. The building, named Taipei 101 for the number of its floors, stands at 508m (1,667ft) of steel, glass and concrete and is designed to resemble a stick of bamboo. Honnold is renowed»»»
After 31 years, Abu Dhabi court awards worker Dh93,600 gratuity
Abu Dhabi: After more than three decades in the same job, a worker has won a long-awaited end-of-service paymentm though less than the full amount he had expected after an Abu Dhabi labour court applied the legal cap set out in UAE labour law. The ruling, issued by the Abu Dhabi Labour Court, order»»»
When Dh150 isn’t paid and patience runs out, it ends in jail
What began as a dispute over Dh150 ended in a court conviction and a jail sentence after an Asian woman decided to take matters into her own hands when repeated requests for payment were delayed. According to court records, the woman visited the offices of a private company to demand what she said »»»
Syrian customs chief inspects Raqqa and northern border crossings
Raqqa, Jan. 25 (SANA) The head of Syria’s General Authority for Ports and Customs, Qutaiba Badawi, has conducted an inspection tour of customs facilities in Raqqa and the Tal Abyad and Ras al-Ain border crossings with Turkey to assess operations following taking over from the SDF. According to a st»»»
Report: Netanyahu Refused Washington’s Request for Israeli President to Attend Board of Peace Launch
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected a request by the White House to allow President Isaac Herzog to attend the launch ceremony of President Trump's Gaza Board of Peace on Thursday in Davos, Axios reported on Saturday, citing two sources familiar with the details. According to diploma»»»
US Climber Scales Taiwan’s Tallest Building Taipei 101 without Ropes
US climber Alex Honnold scaled the Taipei 101 skyscraper without ropes or safety netting on Sunday, watched by thousands of cheering and waving fans as he clambered up one of the world's tallest buildings. "Sick," Honnold said as he got to the top spire of Taiwan's tallest building after his 91-min»»»
Man found dead in car trunk in Glyfada; son arrested
An elderly man was found dead in the trunk of a car Sunday morning in the southern Athens suburb of Glyfada. Authorities identified the victim as an 80-year-old man who had suffered stab wounds. Police arrested his 46-year-old son in connection with the killing. According to sources, the suspect ha»»»
Meteorology Institute Issues Yellow Code for Ice in Sofia, Pernik, Montana
The National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology has issued a first-degree warning - yellow code - for ice in the areas of Sofia City, Sofia Region, Pernik, and Montana for Sunday. Light rain is likely in the morning, and conditions are favourable for ice formation. According to the weather fore»»»
Kuwait Commerce Minster promotes capital market reforms at Davos meetings
DAVOS, Jan 24 (KUNA) -- Kuwait's Minister of Commerce and Industry, Khalifa Al-Ajeel affirmed on Saturday the strong appeal of Kuwait's capital market, citing a comprehensive reform path linking legislation, market efficiency, and infrastructure modernization to enhance long-term institutional inve»»»
Iraq Urges International Community to Help it Shoulder ISIS Burden
The transfer of ISIS detainees from northeastern Syria could saddle Iraq with annual costs of up to $25 million, an Iraqi government source said on Saturday. The source said the number of detainees stands at around 7,000 members and that the cost of feeding them is estimated at roughly 33 billion I»»»
Lenovo: Saudi Arabia Capable of Hosting High-Value Industries
China’s Lenovo is betting big on Saudi Arabia, naming Riyadh as its regional base for the Middle East, Türkiye, and Africa as it ramps up manufacturing and research investments to boost the Kingdom’s non-oil economy. The partnership is set to inject fresh momentum into Saudi Arabia’s non-oil gross »»»
Dubai court blames both driver and pedestrian after crash on 80kph road
Dubai: The Dubai traffic court has convicted both a motorist and a pedestrian after finding that simultaneous errors by each party led to a collision that resulted in injury and damage to a vehicle. According to the case file, prosecutors charged the driver with causing harm through negligence and »»»
Qatar Press Centre presents working paper at Economic Forum
Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Press Centre (QPC) participated in the Economic Media Forum hosted by North Al Batinah Governorate in the Sultanate of Oman from January 21 to 22. The participation came within the framework of highlighting the development and economic transformations taking place in the gove»»»
Katara seminar highlights AI role in developing healthcare sector
Doha: The Katara Cultural Village Foundation, in collaboration with the Business Forum, organised a specialised seminar titled “Artificial Intelligence and Medicine” as part of the 27th Katara Forum. The seminar, held at the Katara Library for Arabic Fiction and moderated by writer and media person»»»
Greenland capital hit by power outage after strong winds
Nuuk: A power outage plunged Greenland's capital into darkness over the weekend after strong winds caused a transmission failure, the state utility said. Nuuk, home to around 20,000 people and mostly powered by a hydroelectric plant, was left without electricity at around 10:30 pm (0030 GMT) on Sat»»»
Pakistani court jails rights activist and husband for 10 years
Islamabad, Pakistan: A Pakistani court on Saturday jailed a prominent rights activist and her husband for 10 years over "anti-state" social media posts. Imaan Mazari, a 32-year-old lawyer and vocal critic of Pakistan's military, "disseminated highly offensive" content on her X account, according to»»»
LuLu Hypermarkets launch ‘Explore Australia’ campaign
Doha, Qatar: LuLu Group, Qatar’s leading retail destination, has launched “Explore Australia,” a special in-store campaign inviting shoppers to discover the diversity, quality, and freshness of Australian products across its hypermarkets at attractive promotional prices. The campaign was officially»»»
Two teens killed in traffic accident near Patra
Two 19-year-olds were killed late Saturday in a traffic accident near the western Greek city of Patra. A passenger car veered off the roadway for reasons that remain unclear and struck a traffic light outside a school complex in the Paralia district on the old Patra-Pyrgos national road. The impact»»»
Lebanon’s Weapons Monopoly Efforts to Shape International Support for the Army
The understanding between the quintet committee for Lebanon and President Joseph Aoun over the planned conference in support of the army has raised questions on whether the countries friendly to Lebanon have been asking for guarantees related to the launch of the second phase of the state’s plan to»»»
Fitch Revises Türkiye's Outlook to Positive
Global credit ratings agency Fitch revised Türkiye’s outlook to “positive” from “stable” on Friday, citing a faster-than-expected buildup in foreign exchange reserves that has reduced external vulnerabilities. The agency also affirmed the country’s long-term foreign-currency rating at “BB-.” Annual»»»
New Dubai Harbour Bridge to Slash Travel Time on Shaikh Zayed Road
Dubai: Dubai’s drive to ease traffic congestion and improve connectivity to key destinations is set to receive a major boost, as the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) reaches 65% completion of a new bridge providing direct access between Shaikh Zayed Road and Dubai Harbour. Once operational, the »»»
Deadly fire in New York Apartment tower kills one, injures 15
New York, USA: A gas explosion at a high-rise residential building in New York City triggered a massive fire on upper floors, killing one person and injuring at least 15 others, authorities said. The explosion occurred in a 17-story apartment building after reports of a gas odor on the 15th and 16t»»»
Visit Qatar hosts FuelFest, welcoming over 6,260 fans
Doha, Qatar: Visit Qatar successfully hosted the inaugural edition of “FuelFest” in Qatarat Katara South Parking, welcoming more than 6,260 fans to a high-energy automotive and entertainment festival that brought together global car culture, live music, and international celebrity appearances. Fuel»»»
Carnegie Mellon Qatar celebrates largest Early Decision cohort in campus history
Doha, Qatar: Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q), a Qatar Foundation partner university, has announced the admission of 39 students to the Class of 2030 through its Early Decision application round. This admitted group marks the largest Early Decision cohort in the history of the campus. Sp»»»
Weather alert: Rain hits UAE with gusty winds and cooler temperatures
Abu Dhabi: Light to moderate rainfall was reported across parts of Abu Dhabi on Sunday, as the UAE experienced the effects of a cold upper-air trough accompanied by a surface low-pressure system. Cloud cover gradually increased through the morning, bringing intermittent showers to areas including A»»»