Two killed in Israeli strike on Kfar Rumman, raising Monday's death toll to three
Three people were killed on Monday in Israeli strikes -- one in the southern city of Tyre and two later in Kfar Rumman near the city of Nabatiyeh. Hezbollah's Al-Manar television said the Tyre strike killed Sheikh Ali Noureddine, "who previously worked at Al-Manar channel as a presenter of religiou»»»
India, EU sign 'mother of all' free trade agreements - UPI.com
Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India and EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen seen together in New Delhi, India, on Tuesday, when their governments signed a free trade agreement. Photo courtesy of EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen/X Jan. 27 (UPI) -- India and the European Union »»»
France’s President to Meet Denmark, Greenland Leaders
France's president will meet the leaders of Denmark and Greenland in Paris on Wednesday for "a working lunch", his office said Tuesday. Emmanuel Macron will "reaffirm European solidarity and France's support for Denmark, Greenland, their sovereignty and their territorial integrity", the presidency »»»
UNHCR: 1.4 million Syrian refugees return home as interest in repatriation grows
GENEVA , Jan. 27 (SANA) A growing number of Syrian refugees are expressing a desire to return home, with around 1.4 million having already done so, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) said Monday. Nearly two million internally displaced people have also returned to their areas»»»
EU moves to cut off Russian gas – Who will pay the price?
The EU has just voted to cut itself off from Russian gas by 2027 – at the very moment its gas prices are surging again and storage sites are being drained faster than usual. What began as a political pledge to “de‑risk” from Moscow is now a legal commitment, backed by heavy penalties for those who »»»
High time to invest in Egypt
Since 2011, Egypt has been facing great challenges that ranged from irregular loss of electricity, failure to commit to our obligations to international Oil companies, to an annual brain drain and bleeding of foreign currency. President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi took over the country inheriting its long»»»
Al Ain court orders man to repay Dh24,800 mistakenly transferred to his account
The Al Ain Civil, Commercial and Administrative Court ordered a man to repay Dh24,800 to a woman after she mistakenly transferred the amount to his bank account and he refused to return it, instead seeking to repay the money in instalments. The court also ordered the defendant to pay Dh3,000 in com»»»
UAE ministry launches ICAS, slashing cooperation delays
The Ministry of Justice has launched the International Cooperation Administration System (ICAS), reducing the time required to exchange international cooperation requests from 3–7 days to just five minutes. The system has also fully eliminated paper-based transactions. Also Read: UAE's ICP rolls ou»»»
Minister of State for Foreign Affairs receives copies of credentials of Gambia, Indonesia Ambassadors
Minister of State for Foreign Affairs HE Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhiآ received on Tuesday copies of the credentials of Ambassador of the Republic of Gambia to the State of Qatar HE Omar Jah and Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia to the State of Qatar HE Syahda Guruh Langkah Samudera. The Minis»»»
USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier: What you need to know
From South China Sea live-fire drills to Middle East flashpoint, the nuclear-powered behemoth USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72) — flanked by destroyers Spruance, Michael Murphy, and Frank E. Petersen Jr. — steamed into the Middle East waters on January 26, 2026 amid the ongoing standoff in the region. T»»»
Sabalenka beats heat to reach Melbourne semis as Zverev blasts through
Melbourne: Aryna Sabalenka overcame searing heat and one of the most exciting talents in tennis to power into the Australian Open semi-finals on Tuesday, with Alexander Zverev serving up a storm to join her. World number one Sabalenka tamed 18-year-old American Iva Jovic 6-3, 6-0 in 38C temperature»»»
Body of fifth employee killed in buscuit factory blast found
Rescue crews on Tuesday located the remains of the fifth – and last – employee who had been reported missing after a powerful explosion and fire tore through the Violanta biscuit factory in the central Greek city of Trikala on Monday, killing five workers. According to state-run broadcaster ERT, th»»»
Crew member injured after water pipe bursts
A maintenance crew worker broke his leg on Sunday while trying to restore water supply in the centre of Thessaloniki, in northern Greece. The man was part of a four-member unit sent to Agiou Dimitriou street to inspect a broken pipe in a neighbourhood that had been left without water for two days. »»»
4 Palestinians martyred, others injured by Israeli fire in Gaza City’s Al-Tuffah neighborhood: health sources - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe 4 Palestinians martyred, others injured by Israeli fire in Gaza City’s Al-Tuffah neighborhood: health sources 27-01-2026 10:32 AM Latest Ne»»»
Kazakhstan launches e-queue system at two border checkpoints with Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG
Kazakhstan is introducing an electronic queue system at two border checkpoints with Kyrgyzstan, the Committee of State Revenues of the Republic of Kazakhstan reported. The CarGoRuqsat system will begin operating on January 30 at Kegen checkpoint and on February 16 at Kordai checkpoint. The digitali»»»
New anthem: Zhogorku Kenesh rejects proposed versions - | 24.KG
At a meeting of the Committee on Constitutional Legislation, State Structure, Local Government, and Regulations of the Zhogorku Kenesh of Kyrgyzstan, deputies heard three drafts of the new anthem, previously selected by the commission. After the hearing, Chynar Umetalieva, Head of the Department of»»»
Accidental 'Crying Horse' Toy Wins Hearts in China
At Yiwu International Trade City, China’s largest wholesale market, customers crowd into a small shop searching for an unlikely bestseller ahead of the Lunar New Year. They are looking for a red plush horse with a downturned mouth, a gold bell around its neck, and eyes that appear to shy away from »»»
Israel 'Not Sure' Whether US Will Strike Iran
Israeli observers are in agreement that the final decision on military action against Iran remains in the hands of President Donald Trump alone, Israeli media reported on Monday. The reports came despite a strategic partnership between Tel Aviv and Washington, intensive coordination meetings at the»»»
UAE media delegation to visit Kuwait in February
Following the directives of the President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to celebrate the close ties with Kuwait, and under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, as well as the guidance »»»
Abu Dhabi court orders bank employee to repay Dh55,000 in car finance scam
The Abu Dhabi Civil Family Court has ordered a bank representative to repay Dh55,000 to a customer and pay Dh5,000 in compensation after fraudulently taking the money under the pretext of arranging car finance. The court ruled that the female bank employee had unlawfully obtained the funds after as»»»
What is Nipah virus and why India is on high alert: Symptoms, risks and treatment explained
India is moving swiftly to contain a Nipah virus outbreak in West Bengal, where five cases have been confirmed, including infections among healthcare workers. Nearly 100 contacts have been placed under home quarantine, while patients are receiving treatment at hospitals in and around Kolkata. One p»»»
Court invalidates ANCPI restriction on surface modifications
By means of Judgment no. 178/2024 (hereinafter referred to as the “Judgment”), the Brașov Court of Appeal annulled Article 98 paragraph (2) of ANCPI (National Agency for Cadastre and Real Estate Publicity) Order no. 600/2023, which limited to 2% the modification of the surface area of properties re»»»
Kiril Petkov: I Am Not Returning to Parliament and I Am Not Forming a New Party
Ex-Prime Minister of Bulgaria and former co-chair of "We Continue the Change" Kiril Petkov has reaffirmed that he will not take part in the upcoming parliamentary elections and will not appear on the party’s candidate lists, insisting that this position is neither new nor tactical. In a post on his»»»
Competition announced for logo design of Chingiz Aitmatov Issyk-Kul Forum - | 24.KG
The Ministry of Culture, Information, Sports, and Youth Policy of Kyrgyzstan launched an open competition for the development of a logo and brand book for the 40th anniversary of the Chingiz Aitmatov Issyk-Kul Forum. Artists and designers registered as individual entrepreneurs with a certificate of»»»
Xi Says China Seeks to Uphold UN-Based World Order
President Xi Jinping said Tuesday that China seeks to uphold the UN-based world order, in remarks as he met Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo in Beijing. His comments come after Donald Trump unveiled plans for his new "Board of Peace" this month, which has sparked concerns the US president wants »»»
EU and India sign landmark free trade agreement
The EU and India concluded negotiations today for a major free trade agreement (FTA), the largest such deal ever concluded by either side. In a statement, the European Commission said the deal would strengthen economic and political ties between the world’s second and fourth largest economies, at a»»»
Tunisia showcases at Gulfood Dubai 2026 with 61 companies to tap new markets
Tunis, Jan. 27, 2026 (TAP) — Tunisia is taking part in the landmark Gulfood Dubai 2026, the world’s largest agri-food trade fair, with 61 exhibiting companies. The five-day event opened on Monday, January 26, in the United Arab Emirates.This 19th...»»»
"UTM Innov” at ENIT: 16 projects compete for Best Innovative and Entrepreneurial Initiative
Tunis, Jan. 27, 2026 (TAP) – The final of the third edition of the “UTM Innov” competition will be held, Wednesday, January 28, at the National School of Engineers of Tunis (ENIT). Sixteen finalist projects, selected through a rigorous process of...»»»
Nipah virus outbreak in India triggers Asia airport screenings
An outbreak of the deadly Nipah virus in India's West Bengal state has sparked concern in parts of Asia, with some tightening screening measures at airports. Thailand has started screening passengers at three airports that receive flights from West Bengal. Nepal has also begun screening arrivals at»»»
Governor General of Canada receives credentials of Qatar’s Ambassador
Doha, Qatar: The Governor General of Canada HE Mary Simon received on Tuesday the credentials of HE Tariq Ali Faraj Al Ansari as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the State of Qatar to Canada. The Ambassador conveyed the greetings of the Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani to Gove»»»
Severe storms to continue in parts of Greece with Crete on red alert
Heavy rain, thunderstorms and localized hail are forecast for parts of Greece on Tuesday, with authorities placing Crete on a red alert mobilization, following an updated emergency weather bulletin. The wet weather will affect the eastern Aegean islands through the morning, Crete through midday and»»»
Syria thwarts weapons smuggling attempt to Lebanon
Damascus thwarted on Monday an attempt to smuggle weapons into Lebanon, state media reported, days after Israel struck several border crossings between the two countries, saying they were used by Hezbollah. The official SANA news agency said security forces intercepted the shipment in a car in the »»»
On This Day, Jan. 27: Soviets liberate Auschwitz - UPI.com
On Jan. 27, 1945, the Soviet army liberated the Auschwitz network of concentration camps in Poland, freeing some 7,000 survivors. 1 of 4 | The gate reading in German "Arbeit Macht Frei" meaning, "Work Makes You Free" is seen near the entrance to the former German Nazi Concentration Camp Auschwitz I»»»
Russian Attack Cuts Power in Ukraine’s Kharkiv, 23 Wounded in Odesa
Russian drones and missiles hit Ukraine's second-largest city, Kharkiv, late on Monday, knocking out power during freezing winter weather, while 23 people were wounded in an overnight attack on the southern city of Odesa, officials said. Two people were injured and two schools damaged in the attac»»»
Türkiye Bans Protests in Province Bordering Syria
Turkish officials in the southeastern Mardin province bordering Syria on Monday announced a six-day ban on gatherings following an outpouring of anger over an offensive against Kurdish fighters across the border. Türkiye's Kurdish community has denounced the government's support for a Syrian offens»»»
Slight rise in temperatures
Tunis, Jan. 27 (TAP) — The weather, on Tuesday, will be partly cloudy across the country, with cloud cover becoming denser over the northwest, where scattered showers are expected. Winds will blow from the west. They will be moderate to relatively...»»»
Planning a trip to Georgia? UAE-based Filipinos reminded of new mandatory insurance rule
Dubai: The Philippine Embassy in the UAE has issued an advisory to all travellers, particularly Filipino tourists, regarding updated entry requirements for Georgia which now include mandatory health and accident insurance, effective from 1 January 2026. The new regulation requires all visitors ente»»»
Infrastructure : Record passenger traffic for Bucharest airports in 2025; 10.26pct increase on 2024
The Romanian capital's airports registered a record number of passengers last year - more than 17.7 million - an increase by 10.26% against 2024, the Bucharest National Airports Company (CNAB) informs."In 2025, the capital's two airports - the Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport and the Bu»»»
Federation of Employers in the Hospitality Industry: High VAT rate won't bring more money to state
A high VAT rate in HoReCa will not bring more money to the state, but rather bankruptcies, and a quarter of restaurants could disappear in a single year, due to economic adjustments, the Federation of Employers in the Hospitality Industry of Romania (FPIOR) draws attention, in a press release sent »»»
Survey:Poiana Brasov and Prahova Valley ski resorts - most popular with Romanian tourists
Romanian tourists prefer the ski resorts of Poiana Brasov and the Prahova Valley for their winter holidays, with an average stay of two nights, according to a survey by online travel agency Travelminit.The survey, published Tuesday, shows that average nightly rates in major mountain resorts have ri»»»
Trade: Estimates: Beer market will contract by 2-5% in 2025, reaching historic low
The beer market will close 2025 with a 2% or even 5% drop, reaching a historic low level. Its effects will mean taxes lower by 50 million euros collected by the state budget and a possible loss of 400 jobs in connected sectors such as agriculture and HoReCa, said Constantin Bratu, the general manag»»»
Tourism: Non resident tourists coming to Romania for business, spent 1.18 billion lei in quarter 3, 2025
Non resident tourists who came to Romania for business spent over 1.183 billion lei in quarter 3, 2025, according to data supplied by the National Statistics Institute. According to the mentioned source, there were 756,600 non resident tourists accommodated by collective travel structures in the th»»»
Buyers in Romania to be seeking new, well-built, energy-efficient building projects in 2026
Buyers in Romania will continue to look for properties this year as well, but they will favour new, well-built, energy-efficient projects reflecting current economic realities, with 2026 being a year of maturation and selection, according to an analysis of the local real estate market carried out b»»»
Major real estate investors in Romania anticipate rental growth in 2026
The leading investors and property developers in Romania anticipate rental growth throughout 2026, particularly in the office segment, while occupier demand shows signs of consolidation rather than expansion, according to the 4th edition of the Cushman & Wakefield ...»»»
STUDY: Romania ranks third in the world in terms of home ownership rates
Romania ranks third at global level in terms of home ownership rates with a percentage of 93.9% according to the most recent study made by Compare the Market says. The index places Romania among the global leaders as regards accessibility of property, together with South Korea and ...»»»
Real estate: Housing market posts weakest quarter in six years; Bucharest-Ilfov hits nine-year low
The fourth quarter of 2025 brought the weakest housing sales nationwide in six years, while in the Bucharest-Ilfov region transactions fell to a nine-year low, according to an analysis by real estate consultancy SVN Romania.Data compiled from the National Cadastre and Real Estate Advertising Agency»»»
Bulgarian President Yotova Vows Constitutional Discipline as Caretaker Government Talks Begin
President Iliana Yotova said the timetable for her upcoming meetings is almost finalized. She confirmed that the first meeting will be with National Assembly Speaker Raya Nazaryan today. Yotova stressed that she will act in full compliance with the Constitution, describing this approach not only as»»»
North Korea Fires Ballistic Missile towards Sea of Japan
North Korea fired what appeared to be a ballistic missile towards the Sea of Japan on Tuesday, Tokyo's defense ministry said. South Korea's Joint Chief of Staff also said it had detected a "projectile" being fired towards what Seoul calls the East Sea. The test is Pyongyang's second of the month, f»»»
Ministry shuts dermatology unit after nursing staff perform laser sessions without specialist
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) has announced the temporary closure of a dermatology and laser unit at a private-sector health complex for violating the laws and regulations governing work in the health sector. In a statement, the MoPH explained that the decision comes as part »»»