News
– Since September 16, flooding across Thailand has caused the death of 71 individuals, according to the Interior Ministry. Over this period, 51 provinces have been impacted, with extensive areas submerged. As of October 12, floodwaters persisted in 20 provinces
Business
– Oman’s total electricity generation increased by 4.3% year on year through August 2026, reaching 37,481.8 gigawatt-hours. During the same period in 2025, output was 35,935.3 GWh. Data from the National Centre for Statistics and Information indicated growth across multiple
Travel
– Air Arabia will initiate nonstop flights connecting Sharjah International Airport with Amman City Airport starting November 15, 2026. Operating four times weekly, this new route enhances the airline’s network linking the United Arab Emirates and Jordan. Currently, Air Arabia
Health
– Achieving faster identification of emerging health threats worldwide, the World Health Organization has introduced a five-year plan to enhance outbreak detection capabilities. The initiative aims for every nation to recognize and comprehend new health dangers within 24 hours by
As a result of concerted efforts ahead of the World Health Summit in Berlin, European leaders have pledged significant financial support to bolster healthcare infrastructure across Africa. Official sources specify that the EU plans to invest almost €170 million in
– According to recent clinical findings, incorporating a daily dose of psyllium husk may lead to better blood sugar management. Psyllium, a soluble fiber derived from the Plantago ovata plant, creates a thick gel when mixed with liquids. This gel
– The Democratic Republic of the Congo has documented 8,376 confirmed Ebola cases and 4,042 fatalities, according to the latest data from national health authorities. This outbreak has become the most extensive and deadly Ebola epidemic ever recorded within the
– The Democratic Republic of the Congo has documented a total of 8,067 confirmed Ebola cases since the onset of its latest outbreak. As of September 26, the death toll has climbed to 3,901, resulting in a case fatality rate
– The Democratic Republic of the Congo has documented 8,067 confirmed Ebola cases since the start of its latest outbreak. As of September 26, the death toll stood at 3,901, resulting in a case fatality rate of approximately 48%. Congolese
A groundbreaking discovery reveals that a scarce inherited genetic mutation can increase an individual’s likelihood of developing lung cancer by approximately 25 times overall, and by about 60 times among those who have never smoked, according to a pivotal study
– India’s drug regulator has issued a public health warning regarding two whitening creams imported from Pakistan after testing revealed high levels of heavy metals. The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation identified Goree Beauty Cream and Chandni Whitening Cream in
Sports
Spain reached the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals with a 1-0 win over Portugal on Monday, as Mikel Merino scored in the 91st minute at Dallas Stadium. The substitute took a pass from Ferran Torres and finished low past Diogo Costa.

