Dubai: The Middle East is forecast to generate $6.8 billion in net profit in 2026, giving carriers a net margin of around 9.3%, far ahead of the 3–4% margins expected in other regions, IATA said in its Global Outlook. On a per‑passenger basis, airlines in the region are projected to earn about $28.»»»

More than 500,000 people have fled their homes in Thailand and Cambodia since border fighting reignited, officials said on Wednesday, surpassing evacuations seen during similar clashes earlier this year. Both governments reported mounting displacement as artillery exchanges continued along the disp»»»

Commenting on the upcoming no-confidence motion against the government, Yes, Bulgaria (part of Democratic Bulgaria) Co-Chair and Continue the Change – Democratic Bulgaria (CC-DB) MP Bozhidar Bozhanov said on Wednesday that he and his coalition partners expect the motion to be backed by everyone who»»»

European coach Robert Prosinečki has officially taken charge of the national football team of Kyrgyzstan. The contract was signed today, December 10, in the presence of KFU President Kamchybek Tashiev. Under the terms of the agreement, Prosinečki will lead the team for one year and one month. If th»»»

In 2025, nearly 100 kilometers of roads have been repaired in Bishkek. Vice Mayor of the capital Ramiz Aliev reported at a meeting of the City Council’s Standing Commission on Municipal Property, Land Issues, Urban Planning, and Architecture. According to him, this is a record figure for the capita»»»

Evren Ozka, a Dubai-based entrepreneur and father of two, has completed one of the Gulf’s most demanding ultra-endurance challenges – breaking three national running records across Qatar, Bahrain and the UAE. A Puma athlete, Ozka completed the challenge within a month while raising funds for Dubai »»»

Bolivia's new right-wing government said Tuesday that it restored diplomatic relations with Israel, the latest sign of the dramatic geopolitical realignment underway in the South American country that was once among the most vocal critics of Israeli policies toward Palestinians. Bolivian Foreign Mi»»»

Hamas spokesperson Hazem Qassem has warned of the severe repercussions of a new weather system expected to hit the Gaza Strip. He emphasized that the tents currently sheltering displaced people are unsuitable for rain or winter cold, a situation exacerbated by Israeli restrictions on fuel imports. »»»

The humble beef burger is disappearing from menus at stadiums across Britain, as venues such as Brentford’s Gtech Stadium switch to wild venison in a bid to slash carbon emissions. Hospitality partner Levy UK says the move, now rolling out to more than 20 venues in the UK and Ireland, could cut emi»»»

Commenting on the upcoming no-confidence motion against the government, GERB-UDF Floor Leader and GERB Chair Boyko Borissov told reporters on Thursday that Bulgaria’s entry into the euro area is a geostrategic task that he wants to see through to the end. He said he had informed all partners of thi»»»

The Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev, will make a working visit to Russia on December 11-12. During his visit, Adylbek Kasymaliev will participate in the next meeting of the Eurasian Intergovernmental Council and the International Conference on Cooperation in S»»»

Prices of essential food products in Bulgaria have risen sharply over the past five years, with the upward trend continuing into 2025, according to data from the National Statistical Institute (NSI). The most significant increases are observed in basic staples such as white cheese, fresh milk, “Dob»»»

Every evening as the sun drops behind Beirut's concrete skyline, Loubna Hamdan steps onto her rooftop and whistles. A flutter of wings follows. Dozens of pigeons — white, speckled, chestnut, black — circle above her, catching the day's last light. Here, the 36-year-old office worker has found an un»»»

Al Ain: Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in the Al Ain Region, visited the Al Fakhr Winter Camp for martyrs’ sons in Remah, Al Ain. The camp, organised by the Fallen Heroes’ Affairs Office at the Presidential Court, runs until 12 December 2025 in collaboration with the Emira»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Doha Forum continues to demonstrate its value as a critical global platform for dialogue, collaboration, and action, according to Rachida Kaout, President of the High Commission of the African Diasporas in France. Speaking to The Peninsula, Kaout emphasised that the Forum is more t»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s profile as a global mediator continues to rise as geopolitical tensions and increasingly complex armed conflicts reshape international diplomacy, an official has said. Speaking to The Peninsula on the sidelines of the 23rd edition of Doha Forum, Isak Svensson, Professor at Upps»»»

Dubai: A small 'apology kit' distributed by IndiGo during a major flight delay has become an unexpected viral symbol of India’s week-long air travel disruptions, sparking widespread social media discussion over the scale of the crisis. The video, which surfaced on Monday and quickly travelled acros»»»

GERB leader Boyko Borissov announced that he will address issues of resignations and public protests after January 1, emphasizing that until then his focus remains on ensuring Bulgaria’s entry into the eurozone. According to Borissov, the current state budget is “a good one,” and the country is “20»»»

Damascus, Dec. 10 (SANA) Syria is hosting its first-ever celebration of International Human Rights Day in Damascus, in cooperation with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates and the UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights. The event brought together ministers, ambassadors, UN »»»

The Tripoli based Libyan Ministry of Health reported (yesterday / Tuesday 9 December) that the Undersecretary and Acting Minister of Health, Mohammed Al-Ghouj, and representatives from the Ministry of Economy, held a virtual meeting with several investors and private sector companies participating »»»

The National History Museum has acquired a rare balbal found in the Chui Valley. Archaeologist and Doctor of Historical Sciences Kubat Tabaldyev officially handed over this ancient stone idol to the museum, which had been kept in a private home for many years. The Ministry of Culture of Kyrgyzstan »»»

Rain and snow are expected in Bishkek, weather forecasters say. December 11: Partly cloudy. Nighttime temperatures will drop to −5°C, with daytime highs reaching +5°C. December 12: Night temperatures around −4°C, warming up to +13°C during the day. December 13: Snow possible at night, with temperat»»»

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Tuesday he would soon send Washington revised proposals for ending Russia’s war, after talks with European allies. US President Donald Trump pressed Kyiv to accept a deal criticised by partners as overly favourable to Moscow. Follow our liveblog f»»»

South Korea has lodged a complaint with the Chinese and Russian defence attaches based in the country, a day after their warplanes entered its air defence zone. Seoul said it sent up fighter jets to "take tactical measures in preparation for any emergencies" after seven Russian and two Chinese mili»»»

The woman, a member of Syria 's Alawite religious minority, was walking home on a sunny July day in her town on the Mediterranean coast when three gunmen stopped her and pulled her into their van. It was the start of a week of torment. They drove her to a town in northern Syria three hours away, wh»»»

Manila: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced on December 10, 2025, that the passport of fugitive former Ako Bicol Rep. Zaldy Co — resigned House appropriations chair — has been cancelled. The president has then ordered government agencies and embassies to secure his immediate return amid the on»»»

The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan is working to establish 385 processing plants across the country. This will increase the processing rate of agricultural products to 25 percent by 2030. Based on an analysis of the crop and livestock production pote»»»

BRIDGE Summit 2025, the world’s largest debut media event, hosted a session titled “Order and Oversight in a World Run by Code,” featuring Omar Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications, in conversation with international journalist»»»

Dubai: Dubai’s Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department has launched the "Muezzin Al Freij Challenge”, an initiative aimed at selecting promising young voices to call for prayers (adhan) in neighbourhood mosques during the holy month of Ramadan. The challenge builds on the success of th»»»

Doha, Qatar: Eight restaurants were awarded the Bib Gourmand distinction for outstanding value, while three establishments achieve a One MICHELIN Star distinction as Doha’s culinary scene was highlighted at the 2026 edition of the MICHELIN Guide held yesterday. The selection, the second since its i»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Meteorology Department (QMD) has said the country is expected to be affected by an extension of a low-pressure system starting on Friday, December 12, 2025. In a post on its social media, the department said this low-pressure system will lead to an increase in cloud cover, wi»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s Ministry of Labour has held an extensive consultative meeting bringing together labour attaches and leaders of expatriate communities as part of the country’s wider efforts to combat human trafficking and raise awareness among workers. The meeting, organised by the National Com»»»

Dubai: Bollywood icon Shah Rukh Khan came to Dubai for a business launch, but the story that touched my heart didn’t happen on stage — it started on a flight, completely by chance. The owner of the founder and chairman of Danube Group, Rizwan Sajan, happened to be on the same flight as Shah Rukh Kh»»»

Israel’s Ministry of Energy announced on Tuesday that negotiations over a natural gas supply agreement with Egypt have reached an “advanced stage,” though some issues remain unresolved. Israel signed its largest-ever export deal in August to supply Egypt with up to $35 billion worth of natural gas »»»

The Tripoli Chamber of Commerce announced to all Libyan companies and institutions operating in the construction, building materials, and related sectors, in coordination with MUSIAD Libya (the Libyan branch of the Turkish Independent Industrialists’ and Businessmen’s Association) and in cooperatio»»»

The Constitutional Court of the Kyrgyz Republic today began its consideration of the president’s motion for an opinion on amendments to the country’s Basic Law. The motion proposes an amendment to Part 1 of Article 25 of the Constitution, providing for the possibility of applying the death penalty »»»

The installation of two rotary parking lots in Bishkek cost approximately 7 million soms. Deputy Mayor of the capital Azamat Kadyrov reported at a meeting of the City Council’s Standing Commission on Municipal Property, Land Issues, Urban Planning, and Architecture. According to him, the project wa»»»

On Dec. 10, 2013, Mary Barra became CEO of General Motors, the first woman to head a major automotive company. 1 of 3 | On December 10, 2013, Mary Barra became CEO of General Motors, the first woman to head a major automotive company. File Photo by Olivier Douliery/UPI | License Photo Dec. 10 (UPI)»»»

Amazon Prime members in the UAE can now enjoy free access to 12 months of CAFU fuel delivery subscription with their Prime membership. Members can avail this exclusive offer at www.amazon.ae/cafu. They can get two free standard and five free overnight monthly fuel delivery orders for one registered»»»

Tech giants Amazon and Microsoft have announced a combined $52.5bn (£39.4bn) investment plan for India over the coming years. Amazon said on Tuesday it was pumping in $35bn into India by 2030 to advance AI-driven digitisation, export growth and job creation, a day after Microsoft committed $17.5bn »»»

Tunis, December 10 (TAP) – The weather will be foggy on Wednesday morning. It will then become partially cloudy across the country with scattered rain in the far South and along the coastal areas of the East during the night, according to the...»»»

Almost eight out of ten Romanian companies are investing, most of them planning to expand their capacity, nonetheless the general feeling remains more pessimistic than in the European Union, according to the EIB Investment Survey 2025: Romania overview the European Investment Bank (EIB) released on»»»

Renewable energy, logistics and nearshore production, advanced digital services and the defence industry are the economic sectors in Romania with development prospects with the help of foreign direct investment (FDI), according to a research carried out by the Academy of Economic Studies (ASE) and »»»

The Government extended by two years, on Tuesday, by decision, the duration of the current exploration phase of the Concession Agreement for the exploration, development and exploitation of oil in the XIX Neptun perimeter, without changing the total duration of the concession, which is 45 years, na»»»

Foreign direct investments play a very important role in the Romanian economy, their contribution to the gross added value of non-financial companies being 39% in December 2024, the First Deputy Governor of the National Bank of Romania (BNR), Leonardo Badea, told a specialized event on Tuesday."For»»»

Environment minister, Diana Buzoianu, declares she has not considered resigning and premier Bolojan has not asked that, when PSD requested her resignation, and pointed out that guilts must be assumed and she would never be intimidated. Asked whether Bolojan had asked her to resign, Diana Buzoianu a»»»

Socia Democratic Party (PSD) lawmakers will not vote for the motion of no confidence, party leader Sorin Grindeanu announced on Tuesday.According to Grindeanu, if the PSD decides to leave the government, it will be a deliberate decision, and the party will not support the motion of no confidence su»»»

Romanian Prosecutor General Alex Florenta and the Prosecutor General of Estonia, Astrid Asi, signed a memorandum of understanding, which provides for cooperation and exchange of expertise in the field of hybrid threats.The document was signed on Monday in the Estonian capital, Tallinn."The prosecut»»»

Justice Minister Radu Marinescu discussed on Tuesday with European Commissioner for Justice and the Rule of Law and Consumer Protection Michael Mc Grath the need to continue efforts to make the act of justice more efficient in order to meet citizens' expectations, strengthen the independence of the»»»

The management of sanitary-veterinary and food safety risks at the eastern border of the European Union represents the objective of a trilateral cooperation between Romania, Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova, according to Romania's the National Sanitary Veterinary and Food Safety Authority (ANSVS»»»