LONDON: The only British soldier to be prosecuted in the 1972 Bloody Sunday massacre in Northern Ireland went on trial Monday in Belfast on murder charges in a case that has come to symbolize the three decades of sectarian violence known as “The Troubles.” The ex-paratrooper, a lance corporal named»»»

The Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) has mandated that all private schools require parents to sign a Parent Code of Conduct, which outlines 12 behavioural rules specifying duties, responsibilities, and regulations. The Code establishes a comprehensive framework for the relatio»»»

Eighteen years ago, Cosmopolis introduced the concept of integrated urbanism to Romania, opening a new path for the local real estate market, where housing was not just a building, but part of a complete community. The same developer, Opus Land Development, announced the launch of Cosmopolis Evolia»»»

The 'Avram Iancu' International Airport in Cluj-Napoca and its General Manager David Ciceo received the Regional Air Transport Conference 2025 award for their extraordinary results in terms of annual passenger traffic growth.The award was presented to the recipients during the Regional Air Transpor»»»

Aurel Vlaicu – Baneasa Airport will be modernized and expanded over the next 10 years, according to a Government Decision. Air traffic at Baneasa Airport has increased 40-fold over the past three years, and the airport is expected to reach full capacity in 2026. The Government Decision’s explanator»»»

The pig population in Romania on May 1, 2025, fell by 3.2% compared to the same date in 2024, while the breeding herd decreased by 4.1%, according to data published Monday by the National Institute of Statistics (INS).Thus, on May 1, 2025, Romania recorded 2,922,947 pigs, down by 97,471 heads from »»»

Romania's meat production increased in July 2025 in cattle and poultry and decreased in pigs and sheep and goats, month-over-month according to data published on Wednesday by the National Institute of Statistics (INS).As against July 2024, meat production rose in cattle, pigs and poultry, but decre»»»

The European Commission has proposed an emergency support package of 49.8 million euros for farmers in six EU member states in the fruit and wine sectors, and Romania has the second largest allocation from this package, 11.5 million euros, announced the Minister of Agriculture, Florin Barbu.The Eur»»»

The government's plans to increase VAT in the HoReCa sector, as of January 1, 2026, could permanently destroy the industry's competitiveness, warns the Federation of Employers in the Hospitality Industry in Romania (FPIOR).Therefore, the Federation demands the Executive to abandon the VAT increase »»»

New car registrations increased by 52.6% in Romania, in August 2025 compared to the same period of the previous year, while ecological cars reported a jump, overall, of 74.4%, and a market share of 59.9%, show data analyzed by the Automotive Manufacturers and Importers Association (APIA), released »»»

- Impressive trajectory in the number of ads for Chinese vehicles: from 201 in summer 2024 to 448 in the same period in 2025, marking an increase of 123%. - The new car segment is a significant component of supply, with 228 ads in summer 2025, equivalent to 51% of the total. - The total value of Ch»»»

The Economist Democracy Index rates countries on the state of their governing system each year. In the latest edition, corresponding to the year 2024, only 25 countries, representing 6.6% of the world's population, have been rated as "full democracies", Statista reports. This category includes all »»»

LAS VEGAS: Netflix has announced that the bout between Mexico’s Saul “Canelo” Alvarez and America’s Terence “Bud” Crawford, held last Saturday under Riyadh Season 2025, attracted more than 41 million global viewers, making it the most-watched boxing match of this century. This milestone came on a d»»»

GENEVA: United Nations investigators on Tuesday accused Israel of committing “genocide” in Gaza in a bid to “destroy the Palestinians” there, and blamed Israel’s prime minister and other top officials for incitement. The UN Independent International Commission of Inquiry (COI), which does not speak»»»

Doha, Qatar: QatarEnergy signed an agreement with Samsung C&T's Engineering & Construction Group (Samsung C&T) for the construction of a world-scale solar power plant in Dukhan, about 80 kilometers west of Doha. The Dukhan solar power plant, one of the largest in the world, will be developed in two»»»

London: US President Donald Trump arrives in the United Kingdom on Tuesday for a state visit during which the British government hopes a multibillion-dollar technology deal will show the transatlantic bond remains strong despite differences over Ukraine, the Middle East and the future of the Wester»»»

Dubai: If you’re an Indian expat in the UAE, your UPI app just became more supercharged. The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has just raised daily transaction limits for high-value payments, effective September 15, 2025. This is a game-changer for investments, insurance premiums, EMIs»»»

Lovech is the latest Bulgarian city to face water restrictions as the effects of prolonged drought continue to strain local supply sources. Unlike other regions, residents of Lovech will still have access to water from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., but the efficiency of the system is a major concern. Re»»»

Airport staff in Varna and Burgas are launching symbolic protests over unpaid bonuses and working conditions. The employees’ grievances stem from the failure to pay bonuses for the past three months, a period marked by a significant increase in workload. In addition, the workers are calling for sal»»»

By Staff, Agencies Ireland has stepped up pressure within the European Union, calling for sanctions on “Israel” over its genocidal war in Gaza. Irish Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Simon Harris urged EU counterparts to sign a joint letter demanding swift punitive measures against the ap»»»

The Sustainable Agricultural Rural Development Program “Saudi Reef” launched a new media initiative titled “Sustainable Reef,” aimed at highlighting the program’s significant impact in supporting rural communities and promoting agricultural and economic sustainability across Saudi Arabia. The initi»»»

GENEVA: United Nations investigators on Tuesday accused Israel of committing "genocide" in Gaza in a bid to "destroy the Palestinians" there, and blamed Israel's prime minister and other top officials for incitement. The UN Independent International Commission of Inquiry (COI), which does not speak»»»

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif this week met Qatar’s emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, condemning Israel’s airstrikes in Doha and calling for unity among Muslim nations in the face of increasing tensions in the Middle East. Sharif arrived in Doha on Monday to attend the emergency Arab»»»

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s deputy ambassador at the United Nations this week called for the protection of civilians in Yemen amid the ongoing cycle of violence between Israel and Houthi rebels, urging dialogue and diplomacy to resolve conflicts in the Middle East. International media reports said at lea»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar table tennis team achieved a significant milestone by winning five medals including one gold, two silver, and two bronze in the team competitions of the Arab Teams Championship in Casablanca, Morocco. The standout performance came from the U-11 boys’ team, which clinched the gold»»»

The opening round of the 2025 QSSP 300 season saw Egypt's Mahmoud Elbanna excel in both the races at the Lusail International Circuit. Race 1, which consisted of eight laps, Elbanna, riding a Kawasaki 300, finished in 19:07.385, well ahead of Johann Zahren of Malaysia who placed second and Andrea G»»»

Security in the Sahel remains highly volatile, with heavy clashes involving jihadists, separatists, and government forces in Niger, Burkina Faso, and Mali. Towns and military bases are being attacked, with rising civilian casualties. In the past four years, each of the three states has experienced »»»

Doha, Qatar: The General Assembly of the Union of Arab Football Associations (UAFA) yesterday elected Minister of Youth and Sports and Honourary President of the Qatar Football Association (QFA) H E Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Thani as Vice President of UAFA by acclamation, during its mee»»»

The first day of the Global Infrastructure Forum and Expo 2025 in Riyadh concluded on Monday with the participation of local and international officials and experts, drawing more than 7,000 visitors from inside and outside Saudi Arabia. The event, which continues until Wednesday, was inaugurated on»»»

A United Nations commission of inquiry says Israel has committed genocide against Palestinians in Gaza. A new report says there are reasonable grounds to conclude that four of the five genocidal acts defined under international law have been carried out since the start of the war with Hamas in 2023»»»

The report is intended to be detailed and damning, presenting evidence it says shows that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza. It says that Israel has breached the Genocide Convention that was passed in 1948 by the newly established United Nations. The word genocide, and the convention that defin»»»

Bulgaria and Poland have agreed that closer cooperation in the field of cybersecurity is essential, stressing the need for joint efforts to strengthen protection systems against digital threats. This position was underlined during a meeting in Sofia between Bulgaria’s Minister of e-Government, Vale»»»

Doha, Qatar: Ten-man Al Gharafa suffered a 4-3 defeat to Sharjah FC after conceding a stoppage-time goal in Sharjah yesterday in their AFC Champions League Elite 2025/26 opener. Igor Coronado struck deep into injury time to earn hosts Sharjah FC, slidding his shot beyond substitute goalkeeper Lecom»»»

Kuwait PM congratulates Papua New Guinea on Nat'l Day KUWAIT, Sept 16 (KUNA) -- His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah sent on Tuesday a cable to Governor General of Papua New Guinea Bob Dadae, congratulating him on his country's National Day. (end) aai»»»

«Processing industry makes a significant contribution to solving the economic and social problems of the state,» Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Bakyt Torobaev, said at the forum «Attracting Investments in Priority Sectors of the Agro-Industrial Complex.» «Every year, ent»»»

Doha, Qatar: Loyola International School hosted its much-awaited annual STEAM Exhibition, Reflections – STEAM 2025, across its Al-Nasr and Oasis campuses, showcasing innovation, creativity, and the power of hands-on learning. The two-day event brought together students, parents, and educators in an»»»

Doha, Qatar: The 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum (QOSM) announced the winners of the first-ever Cultural Olympiad Expo, an artistic celebration that saw more than 400 student artworks submitted by 28 schools across Qatar. The Cultural Olympiad Expo, which opened on June 1, gave young artists »»»

Doha: Snoonu announced the launch of its flagship CSR initiative ‘Give For Education’, in partnership with the Education Above All (EAA) Foundation, as part of EAA’s nationwide Back to School 2025 campaign. The campaign, which runs from August 15 to December 15, 2025, aims to mobilise communities a»»»

Dubai: Qatar Post has received three prestigious international awards from the Universal Postal Union (UPU) and the EMS Cooperative during the 28th Universal Postal Congress, currently taking place in Dubai, in the presence of senior officials and experts from the global postal sector. Qatar Post w»»»

By Staff, Agencies The first group of children from Gaza have arrived in the UK for specialist life-saving treatment on the NHS, the Guardian understands. Yvette Cooper, the foreign secretary, informed the parliamentary Labour party on Monday evening about the development. On arrival in the UK, the»»»

On Sept. 16, 1620, the Mayflower left Plymouth, England, with 102 passengers, bound for America. 1 of 6 | A young girl rides in a replica of the Mayflower during the Thanksgiving Day Parade in St. Louis on November 28, 2019. On September 16, 1620, the Mayflower left Plymouth, England, with 102 pass»»»

President Donald Trump on Monday added Colombia to a list of countries not fulfilling its counter-narcotic obligations. File photo by Leonardo Munoz/EPA Sept. 16 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump on Monday night added U.S. ally Colombia to a list of countries failing to live up to their counter-narco»»»

Gaza City: Israel unleashed a massive new bombing campaign on Gaza City on Tuesday after visiting US Secretary of State Marco Rubio backed the ally’s goal of eradicating Hamas and warned only days may be left for a diplomatic solution. Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said early Tuesday that Ga»»»

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defense Affairs H E Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan Al-Thani met with Chief of the Army Staff of Pakistan H E Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir and his accompanying delegation during his visit to the country. During the meeting, the two sides disc»»»

Doha: The Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR) at Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) has officially launched its enhanced research management system, ‘Elmi’. The comprehensive and unified platform is designed to empower collaboration, highlight research strengths, and share the univers»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Painting and Printmaking Program at VCUarts Qatar, in collaboration with the Visual, Literary and Drama Section of the Department of Educational Guidance, Ministry of Education and Higher Education – Qatar, announced the second edition of the High School Fine Art Award. Building on»»»

Doha, Qatar: Students of HOPE Qatar Centre for Persons with Disabilities, representing the Centre’s Senior and Open Schooling sections, paid a special educational visit to the Embassy of India in Qatar on the 11th of September 2025. The delegation, comprising young learners of diverse nationalities»»»

The 15th edition of the Bucharest International Poetry Festival (FIPB), which brings together poets from more than 30 countries and includes more than 60 events, opened on Monday, in the Aula of the Central University Library "Carol I".According to a press release sent by the organizers, the event,»»»

Over ten free classical music events will take place in George Enescu Festival Square from September 17 to 21, ARCUB announced.This marks the sixth edition of the "Festival Square," organized by the City Hall of Bucharest in partnership with ARTEXIM."Since 2006, this ARCUB project has brought the a»»»