Supervisory boards of the National Health Insurance Fund and the National Social Security Institute are expected to discuss the draft budgets of the Fund and State Social Security for next year, the Finance Ministry said. The move follows a meeting at the Ministry on December 5, where the trade uni»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The adjustments made to the new US National Security Strategy are largely consistent with Moscow's vision, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Sunday. "The adjustments that we are seeing, I would say, are largely consistent with our vision," Peskov told Russian journalist Pav»»»

Tunis, Dec. 7 (TAP)- President of the Republic Kais Saïed met Saturday in Carthage with members of the team tasked with sorting out the environmental crisis in Gabès.A string of "immediate solutions" were outlined, the Presidency said in a press...»»»

Abu Dhabi: President Daniel Noboa of Ecuador today inaugurated his country’s embassy in Abu Dhabi, in the presence of Reem bint Ebrahim Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation, and Omar bin Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remo»»»

Thousands of anti-government Israeli protesters gathered in Tel Aviv on Saturday night as the movement returned to the center stage after two years of weekly rallies at Hostage Square come to an end. Anti-government protesters at Tel Aviv’s Habima Square mainly called for a state commission of inqu»»»

US President Donald Trump's outgoing Ukraine envoy said a deal to end the Ukraine war was "really close" and now depended on resolving two main outstanding issues: the future of Ukraine's Donbas region and the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant. Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022 after eight yea»»»

Doha: A session of the Doha Forum 2025 held yesterday discussed defense policy, security, mediation in conflicts, and peacebuilding, under the title “Iran and the Changing Regional Security Environment.” The session featured GCC Secretary-General H E Jasem Mohamed AlBudaiwi, former Iranian Minister»»»

Dubai: It began like any other party night in Goa. Around 1 am on Sunday, nearly a hundred tourists were packed into Birch By Romeo Lane, a flashy island-style nightclub tucked near the backwaters of Arpora. The venue was hosting a much-promoted “Bollywood Banger Night.” A belly dancer swayed to th»»»

Dubai: Kuwait has revoked the citizenship of the prominent Islamic author, speaker and businessman Tareq Al-Suwaidan, according to an official decree published in the Kuwait Al Youm gazette. Gulf News reviewed the decree, which was issued from Seif Palace and signed by the Emir, Sheikh Mishal Al Ah»»»

Mounting protests across frontline villages in south Lebanon are exposing deep frustration over stalled reconstruction efforts and long-delayed compensation for war damage, delays that have pushed many families to abandon their homes and rebuild their lives elsewhere. In Taybeh, a resident recently»»»

Hamas said Saturday it was ready to hand over its weapons in the Gaza Strip to a Palestinian authority governing the territory on the condition that the Israeli army’s occupation ends. “Our weapons are linked to the existence of the occupation and the aggression,” Hamas chief negotiator and its Gaz»»»

Christmas cheer returned to the traditional birthplace of Jesus Christ on Saturday as Bethlehem in the occupied West Bank lit up a tree for the first time since the war in Gaza began over two years ago. Covered in red and gold baubles, the Christmas tree standing meters away from the Church of the »»»

Dubai: In February 2017, a shocking crime rocked the Malayalam film industry. A prominent actress was returning from a film shoot in Thrissur, Kerala, when she was abducted and sexually assaulted, with videos of the attack recorded by the perpetrators. What followed was a nearly nine-year legal bat»»»

The latest preliminary figures from the National Statistical Institute show that Bulgaria’s gross domestic product per employee rose in real terms by 0.7 percent in the third quarter of 2025 compared with the same period a year earlier. The number of people employed in the economy remains slightly »»»

Bulgaria continues to report one of the lowest unemployment levels in the European Union, maintaining a stable labor market despite broader economic pressures and the nearing adoption of the euro. Seasonally adjusted data for October 2025 show that unemployment in the country stood at 3.6 percent. »»»

Abu Dhabi: A man has been ordered to repay Dh6,300 and fined an additional Dh3,000 after breaking a car window and stealing cash, according to a ruling by the Al Dhafra Primary Court. The case began when the vehicle owner filed a civil suit seeking compensation for the stolen amount as well as Dh5,»»»

The Commission for Protection of Competition (CPC) has released a sectoral review of Bulgaria’s food market, concluding that the supply chain shows significant structural problems, most notably in milk and dairy production. The study covers every stage from farms to retail shelves and is intended t»»»

It was a moment of both recognition and resonance when Spanish poet Miriam Reyes found out recently that she had been awarded the 2025 National Poetry Prize for her latest collection, Con. The work of Reyes has always pulsed with urgency and precision, her poetry dwelling in tensions, such as betwe»»»

It was during US President Donald Trump’s visit to the Middle East in May that he met Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, after being urged to by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. It was a bold move. But bolder still was Trump’s later invitation for al»»»

Japan and Australia urged calm on Sunday after Chinese military aircraft locked radar on Japanese fighter jets, a month after the Japanese leader’s recent remarks on Taiwan that stirred tensions between Tokyo and Beijing. Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi said Japan formally protested the incident,»»»

Doha, Qatar: A high-level ministerial panel at the Doha Forum convened under the theme “The Gaza Reckoning: Reassessing Global Responsibilities and Pathways to Peace”, brought together foreign ministers and senior officials from Spain, Norway, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt. The session, moderated by CEO »»»

Doha, Qatar: A high-level panel at the Doha Forum explored how shifting global alliances between BRICS and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) are reshaping the geopolitical and economic landscape, signaling what several speakers described as a transition toward a more multipolar world order. The se»»»

Doha, Qatar: University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) celebrated Qatar National Day with a vibrant on-campus event that brought together students, faculty members and staff to honour the Nation’s rich heritage and values. Held as part of the official Qatar National Day celebrations at t»»»

From 8 to 10 December 2025, Abu Dhabi will transform into a global destination and hub for decision-makers, entrepreneurs, leading influencers, and key players in the global content economy, as Bridge 2025—the world’s largest media, content, and entertainment event—kicks off. The summit is set to w»»»

Singer-songwriter Katy Perry has all but confirmed her relationship with former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, sharing a series of warm, personal moments from their holiday in Japan. The singer posted a collection of photos and videos from her trip on Instagram — and one picture in particu»»»

Kollam (Kerala), India: A massive fire broke out early Sunday morning at a boat-anchoring point on Ashtamudi Lake in Kerala's Kollam, destroying more than ten fishing boats. The blaze erupted around 2.30am near the Kureepuzha church, close to the Ayyankovil temple. The exact cause of the fire remai»»»

Hezbollah supporters in Lebanon expressed their dismay in the leaked videos of ousted Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and his late media advisor Luna al-Shibl in which they mock supporters of the regime, including the Iran-backed party, during the 14-year Syrian civil war. Al Arabiya released the »»»

CAIRO, Dec 7 (KUNA) -- Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi tackled the Iranian nuclear program over the phone on Sunday.During the phone conversation, the Egyptian minister underlined the significance of carrying on efforts to de-escalate tensions, bu»»»

On Dec. 7, 1941, Japan launched a sneak attack on Pearl Harbor in Hawaii, killing 2,403 people and catapulting the United States into World War II. 1 of 3 | Sailors stand amid wrecked planes at the Ford Island seaplane base, watching as USS Shaw explodes in the center background December 7 1941. US»»»

Dubai: A man who discovered that a credit card had been fraudulently issued in his name, and that he allegedly owed more than Dh200,000 on it, has won a court ruling clearing him of all liability after judges found the bank had failed to verify his identity and signature. According to Emarat Al You»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Doha Forum convened a high-level session titled “How Shifts in Global Aid Are Reshaping Fragile States,” bringing together leading figures from humanitarian organizations, international agencies, and policy think tanks. The panel examined the mounting challenges facing fragile stat»»»

The humble pocket calculator may not be able to keep up with the mathematical capabilities of new technology, but it will never hallucinate. The device's enduring reliability equates to millions of sales each year for Japan's Casio, which is even eyeing expansion in certain regions. Despite lightni»»»

Doha, Qatar: Al Faleh Educational Holding successfully convened its Annual Ordinary General Assembly on Thursday, December 04, 2025, in the presence of the Company’s Chairperson and Founder Dr. Sheikha Aisha bint Faleh Al Thani; Chief Executive Officer, Sheikha Anwar bint Nawaf Al Thani; and member»»»

Doha, Qatar: Chairperson of the National Human Rights Committee (NHRC), H E Maryam bint Abdullah Al Attiyah met separately yesterday with Special Representative of the United Nations (UN) Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict, H E Vanessa Frazier. Special Rapporteur on the situation of »»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar General Insurance & Reinsurance Company (QGIRCO) is proud to announce it has received two prestigious awards at The Annual Global Economics Awards 2025, organised by The Global Economics. The awards have been won in the categories of ‘Best Integrated Conventional & Takaful Insura»»»

Doha, Qatar: AlRayan Bank is proud to announce that its wholly-owned investment subsidiary, Al Rayan Investment LLC, acted as a Joint Lead Manager in the State of Qatar’s landmark sukuk issuance. The Ministry of Finance of the State of Qatar managed the return of Qatar to international sukuk market»»»

Doha, Qatar: Safari Hypermarket, which has been scripting a remarkable success story in Qatar for the past two decades, will open its newest outlet at Ezdan Mall in Gharafa on December 10. The Safari Group, which launched its first Safari Hypermarket on Salwa Road on May 5, 2005, is an organisation»»»

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia: I’ve attended my fair share of masterclasses at the on-going Red Sea International Film Festival — often with remarkable women like Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Dakota Johnson, and Ana de Armas — and each one has left me with a different flavour of insight. But last evening's sessi»»»

Doha, Qatar: The US Federal Reserve (Fed) has entered one of its most contested policy periods in decades. The 25 basis points (bps) policy rate cut delivered in October was notable not for its size, but for the lack of consensus in reaching this decision. As highlighted in our November commentary,»»»

Doha, Qatar: In celebration of Qatar National Day, QIIB announced the launch of a special financing offer that allows customers to benefit from a competitive profit rate starting at 3.99%, along with the chance to enter a draw to win one of 30 free travel packages for two from Qatar Holidays to sel»»»

Dubai: A 24-year-old Indian student, Sahaja Reddy Udumala, from Telangana, tragically died following a house fire in Albany, New York, on Thursday, December 4. Ms Udumala, who moved to the United States in 2021 for higher education, was reportedly asleep when the fire started, preventing her from s»»»

President Donald Trump’s advisers and Ukrainian officials say they’ll meet for a third day of talks on Saturday after making progress on finding agreement on a security framework for postwar Ukraine. The two sides also offered the sober assessment that any “real progress toward any agreement” ultim»»»

Dubai: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed 595 new public bus shelters across key areas of the emirate, marking significant progress in its large-scale project to deliver 762 state-of-the-art shelters. Designed with a sleek, contemporary look, the new facilities offer a range »»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar is working on long-term plans that ensure intergenerational equity and guarantee stable living standards in the future. The country was among the first contributors to IMF’s Sustainability and Resilience Fund, reflecting its role in supporting global economic stability while safe»»»

NEW DELHI, Dec 7 (KUNA) -- At least 25 people were killed and six others injured in a massive fire that broke out in a nightclub in west India's North Goa early Sunday, according to local media.The Press Trust of India said quoting the local police that 25 people were killed and six others injuerd »»»

Doha, Qatar: Jordan secured their place in the knockout stage of the FIFA Arab Cup 2025 with a convincing 3-1 victory over Kuwait in their Group C clash yesterday. The win took Jamal Sellami’s side to six points, ensuring a top-two finish in the group regardless of the results of the remaining fixt»»»

Doha, Qatar: August George showcased grit and a sharp finishing kick to capture the Al Uqda 2YO Cup, the finale of an eight-race card at Al Uqda Racecourse yesterday. August George, in the colours of Sheikh Mohammed Salman Al Thani, secured his second win in four career starts, having finished runn»»»

Dubai: The United States intends to widen its travel ban to cover more than 30 countries, US Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said, signalling a significant expansion of one of the Trump administration’s most sweeping immigration measures. Speaking on Fox News’ The Ingraham Angle, Noem decli»»»

Moscow hammered Ukraine's energy infrastructure with a massive drone and missile barrage overnight into Saturday as US officials continued to hold talks with a Ukrainian delegation in Florida on ending the war. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he had a "substantive phone call" with the U»»»

China and Russia held their third round of joint anti-missile drills on Russian territory in early December, China's defense ministry said late on Saturday. The exercises were not targeted at any third party or in response to any current international situations, according to a post on the ministry»»»