Saied vows new electoral code, transition team
TUNIS: Tunisia’s president has announced plans to draft a new electoral code and appoint a transitional leadership and to hang on to the exceptional powers that he seized in July.…
Nearly 80 percent of Palestinians want President Abbas to quit: Poll
A new poll has found that nearly 80 percent of Palestinians want President Mahmoud Abbas to resign, reflecting widespread anger over the death of an activist in security forces’ custody…
Biden in UN call for independent Palestine
Biden in UN call for independent PalestineA sovereign and democratic Palestinian state is the best way to ensure Israel’s future, US President Joe Biden said on Tuesday. “We must seek…
Australian technology start-up creates world’s most efficient solar cell while replacing silver with copper
Solar start-up engineer Vince Allen knew he and his team had made something special in their laboratories. Now they have the certification to say they have created the most efficient…
Taxing times: From Sonu Sood to Priyanka Chopra, bollywood stars with income tax troubles
Arts – Mesrena Elyoum A look at Bollywood stars who got into trouble by the income tax department In what appears to be a complete role reversal, Bollywood star Sonu…
UAE-based artists on why working with resin is different
A three-dimensional splash of the sea. The milky way on a table top. A web of jewels in the core of a tray. There are many things you can make…
Aukus row: EU officials demand apology from Australia over France’s treatment before trade talks
Australian prime minister Scott Morrison says he has had ‘no opportunity’ for talks with French president Emmanuel Macron European Union officials are demanding answers – and an apology from Australia…
Investing in Australia’s multilateral capability and leadership
Australia will invest $25.6 million over four years to assist young Australian professionals to gain real world experience at international institutions critical to Australia’s interests. Through the United Nations’ Junior…
Saudi FM’s visit points to ‘growing strategic partnership’ with India
NEW DELHI: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan held talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday, concluding his two-day visit to the South Asian nation that experts…
Protesters against Sudan peace deal block roads, close key port
KHARTOUM: Dozens of demonstrators in Sudan have blocked key roads and a crucial part in the country’s east in protest at parts of a peace deal with rebel groups, a…