A decade after the refugee crisis that shook Europe, a Syrian family becomes German

BERLIN (AP) — Nearly a decade after fleeing Syria’s civil war, Rahaf Alshaar sat on her couch in a leafy suburb of Berlin sipping Arabic coffee spiced with cardamom. When she, her husband and their three daughters arrived in Germany as refugees,...

These countries require a 6-month passport validity for travellers

The rules are in place so that foreign travellers do not stay beyond the period specified on their visas, unintentionally due to sudden passport expiration. Sudden expiration results in unnecessary complications if they get stranded in a foreign...

Marjan Announces New Mixed-Use Beach Town Destination, Marjan Beach

Marjan, the master developer of freehold properties in Ras Al Khaimah, has announced the launch of its new mixed-use beach town destination, Marjan Beach. The development is set to attract billions in investments across lifestyle, real estate and...

TUI | Autumn "crazy" of Germans for Crete - Which Greek destinations are in demand

Crete is also becoming a "fashion" for vacations in the fall for German travelers, with the demand recorded by TUI bringing the Greek island to third place in the ranking of the most popular travel destinations for this period, after Antalya and...

Delegation of "Turkmenfilm" participates in the "Korkut Ata" Film Festival in Kazakhstan

On October 1, a grand opening ceremony of the International Film Festival "Korkut Ata" was held in the Mangystau region of Kazakhstan. Filmmakers and cultural figures from Azerbaijan, Turkiye, Turkmenistan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Hungary, and...

At least 15 Irish citizens detained after Gaza aid flotilla intercepted by Israel

17:25 ET, 02 Oct 2025 The Global Sumud Flotilla, which consisted of 43 boats and 500 activists at its peak, was attempting to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza(Image: Israeli foreign ministry) At least 15 Irish citizens have been detained after...

Britons issued Italy travel warning as transport workers to go on national 24-hour strike

The Foreign Office has issued a travel warning for Britons travelling to Italy ahead of a widespread strike being carried out by transport workers. The nationwide strike was called by the Italy's largest union, the General Confederation of Labour...

2 Mass. brothers aboard an aid flotilla to Gaza have been detained by Israeli forces: Here’s what we know.

World News The two Sheffield men were arrested by Israeli forces and taken to Ashdod after their boats were intercepted Wednesday and Thursday. Two Massachusetts men from the Global Sumud Flotilla have been arrested by Israeli forces. Saeed...

Some little-known pages of the history of Turkmenistan’s first textile industry and its workforce

This anniversary year of Turkmenistan’s Neutrality marks one hundred years since the official transfer of the Reutov (Russia) textile factory to Turkmenistan. In 1924, the question arose of building Turkmenistan’s own textile factory, and in the...

Sheinbaum calls for immediate return of Mexicans detained by Israel

President Claudia Sheinbaum on Thursday called for the immediate repatriation of six Mexicans who were taken to Israel after Israeli forces intercepted a flotilla that was carrying aid bound for the war-torn Gaza Strip. On Wednesday, the Israeli...

Saudi Arabia declares Sept 23 holiday for National Day

Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has declared Tuesday, September 23, a public holiday for both government and private sector employees to commemorate the Kingdom's 95th National Day. The annual celebration...

12,000 year-old rock art proves humans thrived in Arabia’s deserts earlier than believed

The arid deserts of north Arabian Arabia do not seem to be the kind of climate early humans would have loved, but new finds are rewriting that hypothesis. Archaeologists have found life-size camel, ibex, gazelle, and horse engravings that have...

10th Turkish Airlines World Golf Cup at Glyfada Golf

The 10th Turkish Airlines World Golf Cup, the world’s most prestigious corporate golf tournament, returned to Athens on September 28, 2025 at Glyfada Golf. The Athens champion will represent the city at the Turkish Airlines World Golf Cup Grand...

Motorcyclist seriously injured after swerving to avoid turkeys in Douglas County

A 29-year-old man was seriously injured Thursday evening when he crashed his motorcycle while trying to avoid turkeys in the road. The Douglas County Sheriff's Office said the man was traveling southwest on E 661 Diagonal Road, near Lone Star...

Nadra NICOP Fee for Canada, Saudi Arabia and Germany – October 2025 Update

KARACHI – Pakistani citizens traveling to or residing in any foreign country for study or employment need to have National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP), which is issued by NADRA by paying a specific fee. NICOP allows Pakistanis to...

Komal Meer’s Turkey vacation outfit sparks online backlash

Popular Pakistani television actress Komal Meer, known for her roles in hit serials like Ehd-e-Wafa, Wehshi, and Ae Dil, is currently enjoying a holiday in Turkey. While sharing picturesque glimpses from her trip on social media, she...

IMF Staff Completes 2025 Article IV Mission to United Arab Emirates

The UAE has shown strong resilience to global uncertainty, regional tensions, and oil price fluctuations, with growth in 2025 projected to outpace regional and global averages. Non-oil sectors, including tourism and real estate, continue to...

Cathedral City woman aboard Gaza aid boat believed to be in Israeli Navy custody

CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) - A Coachella Valley family is in fear tonight after they say their daughter, Geraldine Ramirez, is believed to be in Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) custody. The Ramirez family says Geraldine was aboard the 'Mali' boat,...

Radiology lessons learned from the 2023 terror attacks in Israel

New research published in Radiology offers guidance on how imaging departments can collaborate during mass casualty events, as detailed by a team of providers who treated patients during the 2023 terrorist attack on southern Israel. Soroka...

7 Destinations You Should Not Visit This Fall According To Travel Experts

Fall vacation—two words that conjure images of crisp air, vibrant foliage, or a last-ditch effort to soak up some sun. But let's be real: the gap between the trip you see on Instagram and the reality on the ground can be massive, especially in...