Casualties were reported after a man opened fire at the Or Tor Kor markets near Bangkok. A video showed the suspected shooter holding a gun.

Kuwait has updated its traffic law, extending driving licence validity for Kuwaiti and GCC citizens to 15 years. Non-Kuwaiti expatriates will now receive licences valid for 5 years. This change, effective immediately, impacts various li ...more

Kuwait has updated its traffic law, extending driving licence validity for Kuwaiti and GCC citizens to 15 years. Non-Kuwaiti expatriates will now receive licences valid for 5 years. This change, effective immediately, impacts various li ...more

Google admitted its earthquake early warning system failed during Turkey's 2023 quake. Only 469 "Take Action" warnings were sent, while half a million received lower level alerts.

England's number one Charley Hull is continuing to do things her way as she looks to break her major duck at the 60th time of asking in Wales this week.

Kuwait has initiated a four-month grace period starting July 19, 2025, for individuals who lost citizenship under the “Outstanding Services” clause. They can use their Kuwaiti passports during this time and have a year to obtain for ...more

Saudi Arabia has introduced a new law allowing foreigners to own property in designated zones, marking a significant shift in its real estate policy. While ownership in holy cities like Makkah and Madinah remains restricted, the law ope ...more

The UAE is leading globally in hiring optimism for Q3 2025, boasting a Net Employment Outlook of +48%. Workforce expansion is expected by 56% of employers, particularly in transport, logistics, consumer goods, and energy sectors. To ret ...more

Many individuals dream of working in the United Arab Emirates. Now, converting a visit visa to an employment visa is possible without exiting the country. A job offer is necessary. The employer must secure quota approval. Medical tests ...more

Oman's Ministry of Labour has mandated a minimum annual performance-based bonus for Omani private sector employees, effective January 1, 2026. Ministerial Decision No. 317/2025 ensures bonuses from 2% to 5% of basic salary for “Accept ...more

Sir Keir Starmer and Donald Trump are expected to meet in Scotland for talks on Monday.

Cambodian PM Hun Manet and Thailand Acting PM Phumtham Wechayachai to hold talks at the official residence of Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim

President Trump announced a trade agreement with the EU, following negotiations at Turnberry, Scotland. The deal includes a 15% tariff on EU imports, alongside EU pledges of $600 billion in US investments and $750 billion in energy purc ...more

While Donald Trump is usually driven in the presidential limo known as ‘The Beast’, the buggy at Turnberry offered a scaled-down version built for the golf course

A video has surfaced from President Trump's golf trip to Scotland, igniting accusations of cheating. The footage shows a caddie seemingly dropping a ball in the rough during Trump's visit to his Turnberry resort. This incident has reviv ...more

But there are no plans for a bank holiday to mark the victory, BBC News understands.

Lehrer died at his home in Cambridge, Massachusetts, on July 26, his longtime friend David Herder said

Eve Jobs, daughter of Steve Jobs, married equestrian Harry Charles. The $6.7 million wedding featured guests like Kamala Harris, Princess Beatrice, and Jennifer Gates.