Israel is preparing for talks with the Trump administration on a new 10-year security deal, seeking to extend US military support even as Israeli leaders signal they are planning for a future with reduced American cash grants, the Financial Times reported on Tuesday. Gil Pinchas, speaking to the FT»»»

For more than a decade, 53-year-old Mohammed Bakheet Mohammed lived with a thyroid gland that slowly grew to nearly the weight of a football – pressing on his throat, disrupting his sleep and steadily eroding his confidence. What began as a small swelling in 2014 gradually developed into a massive »»»

Takaful Emarat, the UAE’s first dedicated Shariah-compliant life and health Takaful provider, has announced a strategic collaboration with Deloitte to support the development of a five-year strategic roadmap, as the company responds to growing demand for accessible, digitally enabled Islamic insura»»»

Beijing: A magnitude-5.5 earthquake jolted Tebo County in Gannan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, northwest China's Gansu Province, on Monday, according to the China Earthquake Networks Centre. Over 20,000 residents in the county were evacuated to safety, and no casualties were reported in the affect»»»

New Delhi: India and the European Union announced Tuesday the “mother of all deals”, a huge trade pact to create a market of two billion people, reached after two decades of negotiations. EU chiefs and Prime Minister Narendra Modi hope the pact will help shield against challenges from the world’s t»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Press Centre has launched an art exhibition “Caricature: Vision, Message, and Art” by cartoonist Saad Abdulwahab Al-Mohannadi, which will run until February 1. The opening ceremony was attended by a distinguished group of cultural and media figures, including H E Khalid bin A»»»

Saudi Aramco saw on Monday a strong demand in the first hours after the company offered indicative pricing for four-tranche dollar-denominated bonds, with combined order books for its 3-year, 5-year, 10-year, and 30-year bonds exceeding $10.5 billion, according to fixed income news service IFR. Acc»»»

Judges at the International Criminal Court have ruled that former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte is fit to stand trial for alleged crimes against humanity. The ICC also set a "confirmation of charges" hearing on 23 February, where judges will decide whether the prosecution's case against Dute»»»

As Bulgaria enters its first full year in the eurozone, the real estate market in Sofia begins 2026 with a shift from rapid, speculative growth to more stable, needs-driven demand. In 2025, average prices for standard apartments in the capital ranged from 1,500 to 1,900 euros per square meter, with»»»

Fujairah: A waterspout was observed off the coast of Fujairah on Tuesday, as parts of the UAE’s eastern region experienced rainfall brought on by unstable weather conditions. Rainfall was reported in Kalba along the eastern coast, as well as in Wadi May in Fujairah, where residents shared images an»»»

Thailand has launched its pavilion at Gulfood 2026, underscoring its position as a leading global supplier of certified premium halal food. The pavilion showcases a diverse range of export-ready food and beverage products, targeting growing demand in key markets at both the Dubai World Trade Centre»»»

Dubai: Gold prices in Dubai edged higher on Tuesday, extending a steady run that has lifted local rates sharply since the start of the month, tracking a powerful global rally in bullion. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.By 10.45 am, the price of 24-karat gold stood at D»»»

The militaries of the Philippine and the United States sailed together this week at a disputed shoal in ​the South China Sea, Manila's armed forces said on Tuesday, in joint exercises aimed at easing cooperation between the treaty allies. Military engagements between them have soared under Philippi»»»

Doha, Qatar: Birla Public School celebrated the 77th Republic Day of India with great pride, solemnity, and patriotic zeal, reaffirming its commitment to the values enshrined in the Indian Constitution. The celebration commenced with the Guests of Honour—Director, Gope Shahani; Management Represent»»»

Doha, Qatar: City University Qatar is set to take center stage at Web Summit 2026 in Doha from February 1– 4 at Doha Exhibition & Convention Center, highlighting its growing influence in global technology and education. City University Qatar will host the Web Summit Meetup on 3 February at CUQ, a g»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has announced a Board of Directors Decision that Eng. Ibrahim bin Hashim Al-Sada (pictured), Vice-President of QRCS, was assigned as Designated Official for Secretary-General Office, under the title “Managing Director – Secretary-General”. According to»»»

Occupied Jerusalem: The United Nations yesterday welcomed the recovery of remains of the last Israeli hostage in Gaza and said it was time to fully implement a ceasefire deal after more than two years of devastation. "We welcome reports on that development and extend our condolences to his family. »»»

Doha, Qatar: As part of ongoing efforts to enhance public health and limit the spread of insects, municipalities across the country continue to implement intensive insect control campaigns aimed at ensuring a safe, clean, and healthy environment for all residents. These initiatives reflect a broade»»»

Bulgaria’s role in the Black Sea region is becoming increasingly significant as part of NATO’s southeastern flank and as the Alliance’s main access point to the Black Sea, according to a new report by the international think tank GLOBSEC, released on Monday. The analysis notes that the sustained we»»»

Beirut, Jan. 26 (SANA) — Qatar’s Minister of State at the Foreign Ministry Mohammad bin Abdulaziz al-Khulaifi on Monday announced the launch of a project to support the voluntary and safe return of displaced Syrians from Lebanon to their homeland, in cooperation with the International Organization »»»

Firefighters told people to flee an out-of-control bushfire in southeast Australia on Tuesday as a heatwave baked much of the country. Temperatures hit a record high in the eastern state of Victoria, preliminary data showed. "Conditions are heating up across the state, and we're seeing those 40 deg»»»

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said Tuesday that India and the European Union have reached a free trade agreement to deepen their economic and strategic ties. The accord, which touches a whopping 2 billion people, was concluded after nearly two decades of negotiations. It was dubbed the “mother of al»»»

The European Union and India are set to announce a landmark trade deal after nearly two decades of on-off talks, as both sides aim to deepen ties amid tensions with the US. India's Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agarwal said on Monday that negotiations had been wrapped up and the deal finalised. Europea»»»

Riyadh: The State of Qatar took part yesterday in the ministerial roundtable session of the third Global Labour Market Conference (GLMC), currently underway in Riyadh. The two-day summit has drawn policymakers, business leaders and labour experts from across the world, with participation from over »»»

Dubai: Emirates Islamic reported a record profit before tax of Dh3.9 billion in 2025, up 26% from the previous year, as strong financing demand, deposit inflows, and disciplined cost management drove performance across the business. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Tota»»»

Dubai: As metabolic diseases accelerate across global populations with diabetes affecting over 20% of Middle Eastern adults and cardiovascular disease remaining a leading cause of premature mortality, B'spoke Therapeutics has launched a paradigm-shifting approach that transforms prevention from the»»»

Two British nationals suspected of coming to France to take part in a banned far-right protest against migrants were arrested and taken into custody, French authorities said on Monday. The two men, who were broadcasting live videos from the French coast, were arrested near the northern town of Cala»»»

Secretary-General of Iraq's Kataib Hezbollah Abu Hussein al-Hamidawi called on Sunday so-called "mujahideen" fighters to prepare for "total war" in support of Iran amid the rising tensions between Tehran and the United States. Officials acknowledged the arrival of a US aircraft carrier to the regio»»»

Doha, Qatar: President of the Qatar Motor and Motorcycle Federation (QMMF) Abdulrahman bin Abdul Latif Al-Mannai has congratulated H E Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, President of the Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC), on his election as President of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA). Several Qatari s»»»

Tashkent: The Qatar Olympic Academy signed a cooperation agreement yesterday with the Saudi Olympic Academy on the sidelines of the 46th General Assembly of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA), currently underway in the Uzbek capital, Tashkent. The agreement aims to strengthen regional and Gulf sport»»»

Doha, Qatar: Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President and FIFA First Vice President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa said the election of President of the Qatar Olympic Committee H E Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani as President of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) reflects the strong confid»»»

Doha, Qatar: Top officials of Asian and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) sports bodies have expressed confidence that Asian sport will receive a significant boost under the leadership of H E Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al-Thani, who was elected President of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) yesterday. The»»»

Tashkent: H E Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al-Thani, President of the Qatar Olympic Committee and newly elected President of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA), has pledged to serve all 45 national Olympic committees in Asia and support athletes by creating the best conditions for them to excel and presen»»»

A United Nations aid convoy unloaded humanitarian supplies in the besieged enclave of Kobani in northeast Syria, officials said Monday. It was the first aid convoy to reach the area since fighting kicked off between Syrian government forces and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces earlier this »»»

Dubai: In Pranchiyettan & the Saint, Kerala matinee idol Mammootty plays a wildly successful rice merchant who has everything—money, power, social standing—except the one thing he desperately wants: elite acceptance. In the movie, he plays a tacky school dropout, yes, but he’s also self-made, aspir»»»

Seoul: South Korea's government on Tuesday held emergency talks after US President Donald Trump said he would raise tariffs on South Korean goods, including cars, lumber and pharmaceuticals. Trump said Monday that he would tariff raises on the goods, accusing South Korea of ​​not living up to an ea»»»

Doha, Qatar: The General Authority of Customs (GAC) yesterday launched a new package of artificial intelligence (AI) services, in line with the Authority’s Strategic Plan (2024-2030), which aims to build a pioneering customs authority that delivers smart and secure services. Minister of Finance, H »»»

Doha, Qatar: Invest Qatar, the Investment Promotion Agency, in partnership with the British Chamber of Commerce Qatar (BCCQ), announced the launch of a comprehensive joint report. This publication chronicles the development of the Qatar–UK relationship, highlighting emerging trade, investment, and »»»

Doha, Qatar: Sheikh Dr Khalid bin Thani bin Abdullah Al-Thani, Chairman of Qatar International Islamic Bank (QIIB) announced the bank’s final financial results for the fiscal year that ended on December 31, 2025. The results demonstrate QIIB’s continued strong performance and balanced growth across»»»

Doha, Qatar: As Qatar prepares to host the highly anticipated Web Summit Qatar 2026, QNB Group, the Lead Sponsor and strategic partner of the summit, is reaffirming its position as a driving force behind the country’s digital transformation journey. By uniting decades of financial expertise with cu»»»

An early-morning gas leak is the leading cause of a powerful explosion and fire that tore through the Violanta biscuit factory in the central Greek city of Trikala, killing five workers, according to initial findings by the fire service, which has ruled out sabotage. The blast occurred at 3.56 a.m.»»»

Doha, Qatar: World Bank Group President Ajay Banga yesterday said the opening of the institution’s new office in Doha marks a significant step in deepening cooperation between the World Bank and the State of Qatar, with a focus on mobilising investment, supporting youth and accelerating development»»»

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Lebanon's Foreign Ministry filed on Monday a complaint against Israel at the United Nations Security Council over its repeated violation of its sovereignty. The complaint detailed violations committed by Israel in from October to December 2025.It documented 542 violations in October, 691 in Novembe»»»

Police on South Korea's Jeju Island announce the arrest of 12 people accused of being part of a drug smuggling ring. Photo by Yonhap News Service/UPI JEJU ISLAND, South Korea, Jan. 27 (UPI) -- Authorities on Jeju Island have busted a drug smuggling ring, arresting 12 people accused of trying to imp»»»

Iran's bloody crackdown on nationwide protests killed at least 6,126 people while many others still are feared dead, activists said Tuesday, as a US aircraft carrier group arrived in the Mideast to lead any American military response to the crisis. The arrival of the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft ca»»»

Dubai: Emirates NBD delivered its strongest annual performance on record in 2025, reporting a profit before tax of Dh29.8 billion, up 10% year-on-year, as lending growth, deposit inflows and fee income offset the impact of softer global interest rates. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Che»»»

President Iliana Iotova will meet on Tuesday with the Chair of the 51st National Assembly, Raya Nazaryan, as part of the constitutional procedure for appointing a caretaker government, the President’s press secretariat said. The meeting is being held in implementation of Article 99, paragraph 5 of »»»

Police officers detained a 20-year-old resident in Moskovsky district of Chui region suspected of sharing his bank details with fraudsters. The press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the region reported. On December 30, 2025, a 31-year-old woman filed a fraud report with the Inter»»»

Dubai: From ruling the seas as Aquaman to revving up as DC’s most outrageous bounty hunter, Hollywood actor Jason Momoa is officially entering his wildest superhero era yet. The actor, who will in Dubai this Wednesday to perform with his band, has revealed his first look as Lobo in Supergirl: Woman»»»