RIYADH – Syria’s foreign minister, Asaad Al-Shaibani, extended his congratulations to Saudi Arabia’s foreign minister, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, on the occasion of Founding Day, marking the 299th anniversary of the establishment of the First Saudi State. During a telephone conversation on Monday, the two ministers discussed ongoing developments in Syria and the broader region,…
Former British ambassador and veteran politician Peter Mandelson has been released on bail following his arrest in a high-profile investigation linking him to the late US financier Jeffrey Epstein. The move comes just days after the arrest of ex-prince Andrew in a related probe into misconduct in public office. Mandelson, 72, was taken into custody…
The UAE Heavy Fog February 2026 Dubai Sharjah Flight Delays situation caused major travel disruption early Tuesday as dense fog reduced visibility across several parts of the country, affecting both road and air traffic. Visibility in some areas of Dubai and Sharjah dropped to only a few hundred metres during the early morning hours, leading…
The Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 England vs Scotland Ireland fixtures have been officially confirmed following the completion of the qualifying tournament earlier this month. Scotland and Ireland secured their spots and will now face host nation England in Group Two of the tournament. The 12-team competition, the largest in the history of the Women’s…
The India France Tax Treaty 2026 Dividend Rate Cut marks a significant revision to a three-decade-old bilateral tax agreement, reducing dividend tax rates for large French investors while expanding India’s authority over certain capital gains transactions. Under the amended treaty, French companies holding at least a 10 percent stake in an Indian firm will now…
The US East Coast Winter Storm 2026 Flight Cancellations crisis deepened after a powerful nor’easter blanketed large parts of the Northeast with record-breaking snowfall, shutting down transport networks and disrupting daily life for millions. The massive storm swept across states from North Carolina to Maine, dumping historic levels of snow in several areas. Parts of…
Washington – New US 10% tariffs on imported goods came into force on Tuesday as President Donald Trump moved to reshape his trade strategy after the Supreme Court struck down a significant portion of his earlier global tariff measures. The White House said the newly introduced 10 percent duty is aimed at addressing what it…
London – BBC apologises for BAFTA racial slur after an offensive remark was aired during the televised broadcast of Britain’s top film awards ceremony. The incident occurred when a guest with Tourette syndrome shouted a racial slur while actors Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo were presenting an award on stage. The ceremony had been…
Abu Dhabi – The United Arab Emirates government has officially announced the Eid Al Fitr holidays for public and private sector employees in 2026. For the public sector, holidays will begin on Thursday, March 19, and continue until Sunday, March 22. Normal working hours are expected to resume on Monday, March 23. In the private…
The European Union’s foreign policy chief has called for a diplomatic resolution to the tensions surrounding Iran, emphasizing the need to avoid further conflict in the region. Kaja Kallas made the statement on Monday ahead of scheduled discussions between Tehran and Washington, amid warnings from US President Donald Trump about potential military action. “We don’t…
