The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued warnings for several districts of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, including Chennai, as Cyclone Ditwah moves closer to the east coast. Residents are urged to stay cautious as the cyclone brings heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and lightning. Also Read: »»»

1/13Al Seef in Dubai comes alive with vibrant Eid Al Etihad decorations celebrating the nation’s 54-year journey.Virendra Saklani/Gulf News2/13Dubai Canal glows with UAE flag colours as part of the festive national decorations across the city.Ahmad Alotbi/Gulf News3/13Decorations line the Ajman Cor»»»

Turkey, Nato member, but at the same time a Black Sea neighbour of Ukraine and Russia that throughout their war has set out to maintain amicable relations with both Kyiv and Moscow. Is it possible to imagine Turkish troops on the ground in Ukraine, serving as a reassurance force tasked with a core »»»

PALM BEACH: US President Donald Trump sharply escalated his threats against Venezuela on Saturday with an ominous warning that the country's airspace should be considered "closed," raising fears of imminent military action. Caracas, which views a large US military buildup in the Caribbean as a pres»»»

The National Center of Meteorology (NCM) said the UAE will see fair to partly cloudy weather today, with low clouds developing over western and coastal areas that may bring light rainfall. Conditions will turn humid overnight and into Monday morning, with a chance of light mist forming over inland »»»

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer will give his backing to the chancellor's Budget in a speech on Monday, and commit the government to going "further and faster" on pro-growth measures. He will say Chancellor Rachel Reeves's statement will help to alleviate cost of living pressures, lower inflation a»»»

Saudi Arabia will officially enter meteorological winter on Monday, Dec. 1, the National Center for Meteorology (NCM) has confirmed. Temperatures are expected to gradually drop across the Kingdom, reports Saudi Gazette. Rainfall expected in multiple regions"Several areas are likely to see continued»»»

Polling stations across Kyrgyzstan opened at 8 a.m. this morning, marking the start of voting in early elections for members of the Zhogorku Kenesh. On September 25, the previous convocation of Parliament voted by majority to dissolve itself. The decision was explained by the need to separate the p»»»

India is reeling under a blanket of toxic smog that has impacted cities in the north like Delhi, all the way to Mumbai which is also seeing severe air quality levels. A combination of emissions from vehicles, construction dust, seasonal farm fires and weather conditions have made the onset of winte»»»

Rep. Troy Nehls, R-Texas, on Saturday announced he won't seek re-election in 2026 and instead endorsed his twin brother, Troy Nehls, to replace him. File Photo by Sarah Silbiger/UPI | License Photo Nov. 29 (UPI) -- Rep. Troy Hehls, R-Texas, on Saturday announced he will not seek re-election in 2026»»»

The prestigious Cinemathèque Française closed all four of its screening halls for a month on Friday after repeated sightings of bedbugs, including during a master class with Hollywood star Sigourney Weaver. The institution says the shutdown will allow for deep cleaning and ensure a safe environment»»»

Jack likes a drink and a standard night out will probably involve several pints at his local. "If you have three pints, that is easy, easy going," the 29-year-old says. "Probably a heavy night, casually, would be like six-plus pints." Jack grew up in County Galway where, he says, young people often»»»

Many of the parents whose children were abducted 10 days ago from a boarding school in Nigeria are terrified - they do not want to talk to the authorities or journalists in case of reprisals from the kidnappers. "If they hear you say anything about them, before you know it they'll come for you. The»»»

Dubai: OPEC+ is heading into another round of meetings this weekend with delegates expecting no last-minute surprises. Officials say the group is likely to stick with its earlier decision to pause planned output increases in early 2026, reflecting concerns about a growing glut and weakening prices.»»»

In India, a set of recently discovered photographs is drawing attention to the role of women in one of the country's biggest anti-colonial movements, known as the civil disobedience movement, led by Mahatma Gandhi in 1930-31. The images do not simply capture female participation. They are visual pr»»»

In a bustling Gaza City market, a money repairer expertly inspects a worn, yellow 100 shekel ($30.50; £23.10) note. He straightens it out and enhances its faded colour with careful strokes of a pencil. Baraa Abu al-Aoun should have been studying at university - but instead he ekes out a living from»»»

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth on Friday denied ordering a second strike on an alleged drug-smuggling vessel to kill all 11 crew members on September 2. File Photo by Will Oliver/UPI | License Photo Nov. 29 (UPI) -- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth denied ordering the U.S. military to "kill everyb»»»

TUNIS, Nov 29 (KUNA) -- The Arab League Educational, Cultural and Scientific Organization (ALECSO) called Saturday exerting efforts to find a just and peaceful solution for the Palestinian people, based on agreed international terms of reference, leading to the end of the occupation and the establi»»»

The gang that abducted a group of young women in Nigeria's northeast state of Borno a week ago released the remaining 12 late Saturday, a local official told AFP. Their release comes as the country has experienced a surge in abductions of young people over the past two weeks. "All the 12 were relea»»»

White House border czar Tom Homan might be sending federal agents to New Orleans for the next phase of federal immigration law enforcement, several news outlets reported on Saturday. File Photo by Francis Chung/UPI | License Photo Nov. 29 (UPI) -- Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials might»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Ooredoo, Qatar’s leading telecommunications provider, has announced a key advancement in its digital transformation journey with the expansion of Microsoft 365 Copilot licensing to a broader employee base. This step further strengthens Ooredoo’s position as an early adopte»»»

Ashraf Siddiqui Doha Bilateral ties between Indonesia and Qatar have been significantly strengthened over the past five years, Indonesia’s outgoing Ambassador HE Ridwan Hassan has said. He expressed firm confidence that the strategic partnership is on a trajectory for continued and accelerated grow»»»

Tribune news network Doha As part of its ongoing humanitarian interventions in Gaza, Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) is working on a project to renovate four health centres of Palestine’s Ministry of Health (MoH) in Gaza. Implemented in partnership with Gazze Destek Organisation, the project is a»»»

Satyendra Pathak Doha The Skills Development Center (SDC), a pioneering institution dedicated to promoting arts, culture, and holistic education in Qatar, is set to mark its 23rd anniversary with a grand celebration on December 5, 2025, at the DPS Indian School auditorium in Al Wakra. The event wil»»»

Ashraf Siddiqui Doha A high-level Philippine trade delegation recently concluded a significant visit to Doha, marking a strategic push to position the nation as a top-tier investment and tourism destination for Qatari partners. The delegation, comprising approximately 40 business leaders and govern»»»

Tribune News Network Doha The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) has carried out an extensive inspection campaign that included a number of restaurants, cafes, and locations designated by companies to provide food to workers at their residences in the industrial area. The campaign aimed to ensure com»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar National Broadband Network (QNBN) and Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish a comprehensive framework for cooperation innext-generation networking, digital security research, and capacity building for»»»

Darlene Regis The Friendly Ballers League Qatar (FBLQ), a fast-growing Filipino-led community basketball organization established in July 2023, continues to strengthen its presence in the local sports scene with the active rollout of multiple league seasons this year. FBLQ Major Competitions FBLQ i»»»

QNA Doha The 6th International Primary Health Care Conference (IPHCC) - Qatar 2025 affirmed the importance of strengthening clinical physicians and decision-makers’ research skills, providing the Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC) with the necessary resources to support planning, health and pre»»»

Tribune news network Doha Doha Film Festival, presented by Doha Film Institute, has announced the winners of competition programmes at the closing ceremony following a week of film screenings, inspiring conversations and engaging events. The ceremony was attended by HE Sheikh Thani bin Hamad bin Kh»»»

Khaled Al Hameidi Doha As the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 draws nearer, excitement is rising across the region. Yet few teams arrive at the tournament carrying the emotional depth, national weight, and symbolic significance embodied by the Palestinian national football team. With the event kicking off»»»

The Prince of Wales has visited a number of severely ill children from Gaza being treated by the NHS, a Kensington Palace spokesperson says. The NHS began offering specialist care to Gazan children in September as part of a UK government humanitarian mission. As of 21 November, 50 children are rece»»»

Northwestern University officials this week agreed to pay a $75 million fine to end a federal civil rights investigation and restore $790 million in research funding. File Photo by Brian Kersey/UPI | License Photo Nov. 29 (UPI) -- The federal government is ending its anti-Semitism investigation at »»»

Wooden huts are glittering with golden fairylights as groups of friends gather in woolly hats, warming their hands on mugs of mulled wine. Signs written in German are dotted about - Glühwein (mulled wine), Bratwurst (grilled sausage), Kinderpunsch (non-alcoholic punch). This isn't Germany - it's Bi»»»

The Russian Soyuz-2.1a booster rocket carrying the Soyuz MS-28 spacecraft blasts off from the Russia-leased Baikonur Cosmodrome in Baikonur, Kazakhstan, on Thursday, which damaged the launch site. Photo by Maxim Shipenkov/EPA Nov. 29 (UPI) -- Kazakhstan's Baikonur Cosmodrome was damaged during Thur»»»

US President Donald Trump had a phone conversation with his Venezuelan counterpart Nicolas Maduro late last week amid growing tensions, where they discussed a possible meeting, the New York Times reported on Friday, citing multiple people familiar with the matter. Trump has accused Maduro of leadin»»»

ABU DHABI: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has said that November 30 is a cherished national occasion on which the nation honours the memory of its courageous heroes who gave their lives for the UAE, exemplifying the highest ideals of sacrifice in defence of their country »»»

RAS AL KHAIMAH: His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, has said that the Commemoration Day is a cherished national occasion that embodies the highest meanings of loyalty and dignity. In his statement marking Commemoration Day, observed annua»»»

The Sofia City Court on Tuesday ordered remand in custody for seven individuals detained during a recent joint operation by the Sofia City Prosecution Office and the Anti-Corruption Commission. Earlier in the hearing, the prosecution requested the most severe remand measure for all defendants, whil»»»

The Office of the President of Israel has expressed concern over the proposed renaming of Herzog Park in south Dublin. The park, in Rathgar, was named after Belfast-born and Dublin-raised Chaim Herzog, a former president of Israel, in 1995. On Monday, Dublin city councillors will vote on a motion t»»»

The owner of a small pub chain in the south east of England has said his costs will rise by £62,000 per year after changes announced in the Budget. Phil Thorley, who runs the Thorley Taverns pub group, said business rates - a tax on commercial properties - will rise for 17 of his 18 sites, despite »»»

Thousands of demonstrators gathered Saturday in the central German city of Giessen for the launch of far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party’s new youth organisation. The meeting was delayed as some AfD supporters clashed with police. A confident far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) gather»»»

Egypt’s Ministry of Local Development announced on Saturday that Minister Manal Awad, who is also serving as acting environment minister, has launched the third edition of the “Climate Leaders” programme, which aims to support youth-driven environmental projects and strengthen women’s participation»»»

Rabat – Egypt continues to be one of Africa50’s top priority markets, according to Imane Alami, Director of Fund Raising and Investor Relations at the pan-African infrastructure investor and asset manager. Speaking on the sidelines of the Africa Investment Forum, Alami reaffirmed Egypt’s central po»»»

BusinessGermanyGerman firms split on how to deal with far-right AfD partyInsa WredeA number of German companies are exiting a large business association over its strategy to talk to the far-right party AfD. On social media, companies are being urged to take a firm stance against extremism. https://»»»

The Tripoli based Libyan Minister of Housing and Construction, Abubakr Awidat, stated that the total number of housing contracts concluded from 2008 until their suspension in 2010 reached 255,000 units. Of these, 134,000 units are being implemented by the state Housing and Infrastructure Board (HIB»»»

Skopje, 28 November 2025 (MIA) – Our bilateral ties are in very good shape. There is a strong link between our countries, we share common values. There is a strong link between our nations, namely the large Macedonian diaspora. Australia is one of the biggest destinations for Macedonians that migra»»»

Dubai: The UAE Lottery's Dh100 million grand prize went unclaimed in Saturday's final draw for the historic jackpot, with no participant matching all seven numbers in the 26th Draw No 291125. The draw, held on November 29 at 8:30pm, marked the last opportunity to compete for the country's biggest-e»»»

The Palestinian Ministry of Health in Gaza reported a rise in casualties from ongoing Israeli attacks, despite more than fifty days having passed since the ceasefire agreement took effect. According to the ministry, two Palestinians were killed, one of them recently recovered, and 11 others injured»»»

Tunis, Nov. 29 (TAP) - Political activist Chaima Issa was arrested on Saturday afternoon to enforce the final ruling issued against her in the “conspiracy against state security” case.A judicial source told TAP that Chaima Issa was arrested by...»»»