Binance confirmed it is addressing a significant hacking incident involving $6.3 billion, allegedly orchestrated by a North Korean-affiliated hacker group. This breach is believed to be the largest crypto heist to date.

Israel has demolished the homes of gunmen involved in an attack on Israeli soldiers, displacing over 3,000 Palestinians in Hebron. This move follows a large-scale military operation ordered by Prime Minister Netanyahu.

The UK government this week launched a new “Be Ready” campaign advising the public to stock up on at least three days’ worth of supplies in case of severe weather, cyberattacks or, God forbid, a major incident or war. The two-page document called on people to ensure they have water, non-perishable food, a torch and batteries, and a radio, preferably of the wind-up variety that does not require electricity, so that they can stay connected in case the digital realm was unavailable. Of course, the

CAIRO: When Pieter Devos first arrived in Cairo last week for the Egyptian debut of the Longines Global Champions Tour, the Belgian rider turned his gaze to the pyramids and thought about how cool it would be to win the Grand Prix against a backdrop like that. A few days later, Devos manifested that scenario, as he topped the podium with his horse, Casual DV Z, at the inaugural Cairo Grand Prix, pocketing a handsome $370,000 prize check after achieving the fastest clear round in the 12-rider jum

Residents in the Russian-occupied town of Oleshky, Ukraine, are being evacuated amid a truce backed by Melania Trump. Essential supplies like food and medicine are arriving in the town.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is set to visit Turkiye for discussions with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan regarding the Russia-Ukraine war and Black Sea security. The meeting will also explore enhancing bilateral relations.

A Lebanese military court judge has charged 13 individuals following the seizure of a Hezbollah-affiliated explosives truck. Two suspects were arrested, with others still at large.

Drone strikes in Ethiopia have resulted in the deaths of at least 25 civilians, as the government continues operations against rebels in the Amhara and Tigray regions. There are claims of indiscriminate attacks targeting non-combatants.

RIYADH: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan arrived in Atlanta, US, on Friday to participate in the G20 foreign ministers meeting, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The meeting will focus on key geopolitical developments, maritime security, energy and food security, global trade and supply chains. Ministers will also discuss ways to strengthen international cooperation and multilateral efforts to address global economic challenges. Prince Faisal is accompanied by Saudi Ambassador to t

MANILA: The Philippines’ autonomous Muslim-majority region of BARMM marked a historic milestone on Friday with the election of its first chief minister, following a decades-long struggle for self-determination. The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao convened its first parliament session in Cotabato City on Friday after the region held inaugural polls on Sept. 14 with a voter turnout of over 84 percent. The 80-member parliament, which will serve a five-year term, chose its own

The General Directorate of Saudi Civil Defense said on Friday that a citizen sustained minor injuries when debris from two ballistic missiles launched by the terrorist Houthi militia fell in Riyadh after the missiles were intercepted and destroyed on Thursday. “The fall of shrapnel as a result of the interception of two ballistic missiles in Riyadh city has led to a minor injury to a citizen and material damage to a house and a vehicle,” said the Civil Defense on X. The Civil Defense team in Riy

Riyadh’s dining scene is crowded with burger joints, each offering its own take on the familiar combination of meat, cheese, and a toasted bun. At Maroon, however, the appeal extends beyond burgers, with appetizers that bring a creative touch to a casual dining experience. The restaurant pairs a contemporary interior with an easygoing atmosphere, making it suitable for an informal lunch or dinner with friends or family. The setting feels relaxed, allowing the focus to remain on the food and the

The Omani Navy evacuated 25 crew members from a burning commercial vessel off the coast of Musandam. The ship, flying a Panamanian flag, caught fire after being targeted, prompting a coordinated evacuation and medical care for the crew.

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s first budget, delivered this week by the Chancellor of the Exchequer, John Healey, comes at a time of growing public discontent over the British economy as well as worries about higher inflation, cost of living and rising energy prices. Some of these challenges have been exacerbated by recent global events. However, many are rooted in systemic problems in the national economy that successive governments, both Conservative and Labour, have failed to address. Growi

Most families who come to Mirwais Hospital in Afghanistan’s southern Kandahar province arrive because illness or injury has already struck. Abdul Rahman’s father made the difficult one-hour journey for a different reason: to protect his 4-year-old son from polio. We met him at the hospital’s vaccination corner in July, when we were visiting Afghanistan and Pakistan as part of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative’s Polio Oversight Board delegation. Within weeks of our visit, multiple children

Pope Leo XIV emphasized that artificial intelligence should be seen as tools rather than persons and cautioned against granting them legal personhood or rights. He stressed that responsibility for AI actions should remain with human creators.

President Trump expressed optimism that the conflict with Iran would end soon, though he didn’t provide specific details on how this would occur. He ruled out a pre-election strike.

The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) reported that two oil tankers experienced an incident in the Strait of Hormuz after they allegedly ignored warnings and tried navigating an unauthorized route.

DUBAI: Doctors without Borders has stopped producing specialized 3D-printed masks for patients with severe facial burns in Gaza after restrictions on medical supplies prevented the organization from obtaining essential materials The organization has warned children may be left with permanent disabilities as a result of the shortages, which come amid wider restrictions affecting humanitarian institutions operating in Gaza. In December 2025, Israeli authorities revoked the registration of MSF and

DHAKA: Bangladesh’s first nuclear power plant has officially started up one of its reactors, authorities said on Friday, marking the beginning of an electricity generation process that would eventually supply more than 10 percent of the country’s energy needs.  Located on the banks of the Padma River, the Russian-built Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant was authorized to begin operations by the Bangladesh Atomic Energy Regulatory Authority a day earlier.  “The power startup process has beg