Russian air defences shot down 118 Ukrainian drones overnight, including 52 over the Belgorod region bordering Ukraine, Russian news agencies reported on Thursday. Moscow earlier warned it would make no big concessions on a peace plan for Ukraine after a leaked recording of a call involving US»»»

The 83rd meeting of the Council for Rail Transport of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) has concluded in Baku, with Azerbaijan using the platform to showcase its expanding role as a regional transit hub and to advance key projects on the Middle Corridor and the North-South transport corr»»»

A court in Bangladesh sentenced ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina on Thursday to 21 years in prison for corruption, a week after she was given the death penalty for crimes against humanity. Hasina, 78, is currently residing in India and has defied court orders that she return to Bangladesh, repor»»»

Qatar’s national youth teams (men’s and women’s) claimed two gold medals at the Arab 3x3 Basketball Championship for Youth, held in Muscat, Oman. In the men’s competition, Qatar defeated Kuwait in the final to secure the title. Qatar’s men displayed dominance throughout the tournament, advancing un»»»

Doha, Qatar: With less than one week to go until the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025, Tunisian captain Youssef Msakni reflects on what it means to wear his national team’s jersey, a feeling he says connects him directly to the pride and joy of an entire nation. “To represent Tunisia is to serve your count»»»

Russian companies reported profits were down nearly 8% and losses have surged by a quarter in 3Q25 y/y. Financial stress across key sectors in the economy is rising over the first nine months of 2025, according to Rosstat, Vedomosti reported on November 27. The outlook for 2026 is for gradual impro»»»

Bipartisan U.S. lawmakers are urging President Donald Trump to reject upcoming elections in Myanmar as illegitimate. File Photo by Xiao Long/UPI | License Photo Nov. 27 (UPI) -- Bipartisan lawmakers are calling on President Donald Trump to reject upcoming elections in Myanmar, saying the China-back»»»

"We will sit down at the negotiating table, we will once again try to restore dialogue with the trade unions and the employers, and we will try to achieve macroeconomic indicators for the budget that will be satisfactory for a large part of business and for a large part of society,” Prime Minister »»»

The Sofia District Prosecutor’s Office has charged and detained a 25-year-old Estonian citizen who injured a police officer in the Bulgarian capital on Wednesday, the prosecuting magistracy reported on Thursday. At around 5:20 a.m. on Cherni Vrah Blvd. in Sofia, the defendant allegedly punched a po»»»

With no backpack, books or uniform, 11-year-old Layan Haji navigates the ruins of Gaza City and heads to a makeshift classroom after two years of war halted her education. But the school is not what she is used to. Painted walls and students' artwork no longer adorn the walls and hallways -- instea»»»

At the opening ceremony of the Water Supply and Sanitation Forum, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan Bakyt Torobaev spoke about the large-scale transformations being implemented in the country’s water sector. He noted that the sector has been undergoing systemic modernization»»»

TradeLatin AmericaUS pushes Latin America trade as EU-Mercosur deal stallsTobias KäuferThe Trump administration is rushing to finalize new trade agreements with Latin American countries, increasing pressure on the European Union as it attempts to finalize its own Mercosur deal. https://p.dw.com/p/5»»»

The UAE has been re-elected to chair the ArabMAB Network Executive Committee for a second consecutive term, following the conclusion of the 11th Regional Meeting of Arab National Committees for UNESCO’s Man and the Biosphere Programme (ArabMAB). The six-day meeting and accompanying workshop were ho»»»

The Bulgarian authorities still cannot say how many people were detained during the protest held last night in front of the National Assembly, where demonstrators rallied against the proposed state budget. Further reading: Thousands Gathered in Sofia to Protest Bulgaria's 2026 Budget The unrest beg»»»

The Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) announced on Wednesday the completion of the sale of part of its stake in Umm Al Qura for Development and Construction, the company behind the Masar project in Makkah. The deal was executed through an accelerated book-building process. A total of 48 million sh»»»

Colombo: Floods and landslides triggered by heavy rains killed at least 31 people across Sri Lanka this week with 14 others missing, authorities said on Thursday. Most of the deaths occurred in the central tea-growing district of Badulla, where 16 people were buried alive when mountain slopes crash»»»

Mumbai: As the name dispute between “Bombay” and “Mumbai” intensifies, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday threw his weight behind the Marathi identity argument, saying he will ask Prime Minister Narendra Modi to officially change IIT Bombay’s name to IIT Mumbai. Fadnavis said»»»

CPI Romania stands as a trailblazer in the local real estate sector, expertly uniting the Immofinanz and S Immo portfolios under one roof. With a dynamic blend of office and retail spaces totalling over half a million square metres nationwide, the company leads through innovation and strategic fore»»»

Umm Al Quwain Police have announced a 40 per cent discount on traffic fines to mark the UAE’s 54th National Day, offering motorists a chance to settle outstanding violations at reduced rates. The initiative, issued by the Umm Al Quwain Police General Headquarters, aims to ease financial pressures o»»»

Doha, Qatar: Amid the humanitarian crisis in Sudan as a result of the ongoing war and widespread displacement, Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has launched a new health project to distribute 4,700 safe childbirth toolkits to pregnant women in River Nile and Gezira states, as well as women recentl»»»

Doha, Qatar: Doha Film Institute (DFI) yesterday announced a new milestone in its commitment to nurturing regional creative talent with the launch of specialised vocational training programmes in partnership with two of the world’s leading film and creative arts schools, La Fémisand Gobelins Paris.»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Investment Promotion Agency Qatar (Invest Qatar) today announced a new partnership with DAS Intellitech, a global leader in smart solutions, to support the establishment of its first Middle East and North Africa (MENA) headquarters in Doha, marking a key milestone in DAS Intellitec»»»

Doha, Qatar: Hosting the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025 showcases Qatar’s leading position in digital innovation. It serves as a platform to bring together expertise to exchange perspectives on artificial intelligence as a driver of change, smart economies, and connected industries that align wit»»»

Europe is at a turning point for global competitiveness. As the life sciences landscape shifts rapidly, the choices made today will determine whether Europe restores its leadership in pharmaceutical innovation or continues to lose ground in areas like R&D investment, clinical trials, and timely pat»»»

The Japanese government plans to hold its first summit with Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. The meeting may take place as early as December 2025 in Tokyo, although exact dates have not been announced. Japanese media reported, citing the government. It is noted that »»»

South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa has described as "regrettable" the announcement by US President Donald Trump that South Africa would not be invited to take part in next year's G20 summit in Florida. In a social media post, Trump said South Africa had refused to hand over the G20 presidency»»»

Doha, Qatar: Youth ambassadors from Qatar Foundation’s Akhlaquna initiative took part in a panel discussion at the WISE 12 Summit, which explored the impact of non-classroom learning experiences on shaping students’ character and ethical values. The summit held every two years by Qatar Foundation’s»»»

Saudi Arabia is now hosting more than 11,000 events each year - surpassing global entertainment centers such as Las Vegas - according to Fahd Hamidaddin, CEO and board member of the Saudi Tourism Authority. Speaking at the International Exhibitions and Conferences Summit in Riyadh on Wednesday, Ham»»»

DOHA: As part of its growing commitment to environmental sustainability, community engagement, and wellbeing, IHG Hotels in Qatar has embarked on a multi-faceted collaboration with Earthna Centre for a Sustainable Future. This partnership reflects IHG’s dedication to supporting Qatar’s national sus»»»

DOHA: The Sixth International Primary Health Care Conference (IPHCC) commences today (Thursday), at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel, under the patronage and attendance of Minister of Public Health, with the participation of a wide range of leaders, experts, and representatives of health and research organis»»»

Doha, Qatar: “If AI can give you the same support for 10 dirhams that a specialist charges 950 for, why wouldn’t you choose it?” With that striking question, Sophie Smith, Founder and CEO of UAE-based Nabta Health, set the tone at the inaugural Mobile World Congress 2025 (MWC25) Doha, where AI took»»»

US President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday that South Africa will not be invited to the G20 summit in Miami next year, escalating his diplomatic assault on the country. “South Africa has shown the world they are not worthy of membership anywhere,” Trump wrote on Truth Social. He continued to »»»

Doha, Qatar: The delegation of the European Union to the State of Qatar concluded the second edition of the EU Youth Short Film Festival on November 25 at Doha Sands Beach, celebrating the power of youth storytelling, cultural dialogue, and creative exchange between Europe and Qatar. Over the cours»»»

Smoke billows from an apartment complex fire in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong, China, on Thursday, November 27, 2025. The fire, which started on Wednesday, 26 November, has killed at least 55 people. File Phone by Leung Man Hei/EPA Nov. 27 (UPI) -- Authorities in Hong Kong on Thursday announced »»»

Tunis, Nov. 27(TAP) – The weather, on Thursday, will be cold with scattered showers in the north—temporarily stormy along the northern coasts and at times heavy in the extreme northwest. Light, intermittent rain may also affect other regions, with a...»»»

The Palestinian militant group Hamas called on mediating countries Wednesday to pressure Israel to allow safe passage for dozens of its fighters holed up in tunnels in the southern Gaza Strip. The request came after the Israeli military said it killed over 20 Hamas members over the past week "who a»»»

Condolence messages sent by Yemen’s Houthi movement to Hezbollah’s deputy secretary-general, Naim Qassem, after the killing of senior commander Haytham Ali Tabtabai in an Israeli airstrike on Beirut’s southern suburb last Sunday, quickly took on a political edge. Rather than merely expressing grief»»»

Dubai: Dubai Airports, the operator of the world's busiest hub Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central (DWC), has issued a travel advisory urging passengers to plan ahead as DXB gears up for a record-breaking year-end travel wave. A whopping 10 million passengers are expected to pass thro»»»

The Visa Guy already knows the rules for 110+ countries, and if you pick a new or unfamiliar destination, their research team dives into it before you even decide what to pack. They genuinely want your visa to get approved, and they’ll give you a free consultation even before you choose where to go»»»

Where Energy Meets Elegance For over a decade, W Doha has stood as a trailblazer in Qatar’s hospitality scene, a legacy hotel that introduced the city to a new standard of lifestyle-driven luxury. Known for its vibrant design, eclectic energy, and world-class service, W Doha remains a destination w»»»

On the occasion of Commemoration Day in the UAE, the nation stands proud of its loyal sons who gave their lives in defense of the land, its leadership, and its flag. Marking this occasion, several leaders of the UAE Armed Forces expressed pride and gratitude for the martyrs and their acts of valor »»»

Al Messila, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Doha, proudly announces the appointment of Kazem Shamas as its new General Manager. Bringing over two decades of distinguished hospitality experience, Kazem joins the resort with a proven track record of strategic leadership, operational excellence, and»»»

Dubai: Following the success of the inaugural KAILO Summit held in May in Australia, KAILO will now host its first international edition in Dubai with the exclusive, invite-only KAILO Summit Dubai taking place on Saturday, 29 November 2025 at Talise Spa, Jumeirah Al Qasr. Designed for a select audi»»»

In a post viewed over 43 million times, Candace Owens has accused the French presidential couple of paying for her assassination. She also accused France of being complicit in Charlie Kirk's murder amongst a slew of other conspiracy theories. But with little factual foundation, these accusatins rem»»»

On Nov. 27, 1924, the first Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade took place in New York. The first three years, it was known as the Macy's Christmas Parade. 1 of 4 | On November 27, 1924, the first Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade took place in New York. File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo Nov»»»

Dust off your comfiest shoes and get planning. The 3 Day Super Sale (3DSS) kicks off tomorrow in Dubai – which means it’s time to spot and identify and buy. While it’s being called a three-day special, this year, the sale will last for the entire duration of the 54th Eid Al Etihad holidays. That’s »»»

Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar, in cooperation with Unesco, the Ministry of Education and Higher Education, and the Qatar National Commission for Education, Culture and Science, hosted the launch of the 2024–2025 Global Education Monitoring (GEM) Report. The launch took place on the second day of »»»

Lebanon on Wednesday found itself pulled deeper into the emerging confrontation between Israel and Iran over the future of Hezbollah. Tehran declared that Hezbollah’s presence had become “indispensable for Lebanon,” while Israel warned Beirut that stability would not return without guarantees for I»»»

Tesla has opened its largest sales and service hub in India even as the EV giant struggles with weak sales in Asia's third-largest economy. The centre in the northern city of Gurugram combines an experience showroom, charging, and after-sales services under one roof. The EV maker has sold just over»»»

Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, chairman of the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ), officially inaugurated the first Middle East edition of the Doers Summit 2025 on Wednesday. One of the largest platforms connecting innovative startups, investors and technology leaders from Central»»»