Instant messaging was designed to simplify life by removing the financial and technical barriers of early text communication. However, the removal of these limits has created a new phenomenon where constant connectivity generates social burnout, turning casual exchanges into an overwhelming obligation for users worldwide.
RIYADH: Saudi oil giant Aramco on Tuesday announced a 34. 6 percent jump in third-quarter net profit, as the Middle East war keeps crude prices high even while the kingdom’s energy infrastructure comes under regular attack.
Alberta’s contentious new electoral riding boundary proposals were released to the public on Monday, triggering immediate condemnation from Opposition Leader Naheed Nenshi, who accused Premier Danielle Smith’s United Conservative government of attempting to rig the next election. The tabling of the maps sets the stage for a legislative debate and potential legal battles over the fairness of the redrawn districts.
- Washington reports movement in Iran negotiations aimed at preventing escalation
- Hong Kong court set to sentence activist Joshua Wong in security case
Economy
South Korea’s labor share of gross domestic product has fallen to its lowest level since comparable data began in 2010, hitting 41.1% in the second quarter. This decline coincides with a surge in corporate profits driven by the semiconductor industry, prompting experts to call for government intervention to address growing economic polarization.
November 03, 2026
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Asian stocks retreat as AI worries outweigh steep oil-price drop
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November 03, 2026
Human-caused climate change significantly intensified Atlantic hurricanes over the past five years, according to a new analysis by Climate Central. The study found that elevated sea surface temperatures increased maximum wind speeds for most storms between 2019 and 2023, as well as every recorded storm in the 2024 season.
November 03, 2026
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An oil spill off the United Arab Emirates that has prompted temporary restrictions on fishing and on access to several beaches has raised concerns over the risk of environmental contamination and the potential impact on desalination plants. The spill is from a vessel that shipping sources have identified as crude oil tanker Gem No.
November 03, 2026
Qatar’s rapid advancement in utility-scale solar energy and industrial sustainability offers significant opportunities to optimise long-term asset performance through localised engineering strategies, as reported by global technical consultancy SgurrEnergy. “Conditions vary considerably across Middle East and Africa, so a maintenance strategy that works in an inland desert should be validated before being applied to a coastal Qatari site, Arif Aga, director at SgurrEnergy, told Gulf Times in an exclusive interview.
November 03, 2026
Waldorf Astoria Doha Lusail announces an exclusive collaboration with Carolina Herrera, bringing together the world of luxury fragrance and the art of afternoon tea in a distinctive experience at Peacock Alley. Inspired by the best-sellers from the Herrera Confidential collection, Cedar Chic, and Stallion Leather Suede, and the novelty Peccato Nobile, the limited-edition afternoon tea brings the character of each fragrance to life through an elegant collection of sweet and savory creations.
November 03, 2026
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November 03, 2026
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Bekaert already uses AI agents alongside the optimization engines in Unison Planning™ to speed up decisions and advance toward autonomous planning
Company introduces the first and only modular, AI-native payments platform that unifies orchestration, payments intelligence, and tokenization in a single offering; it gives merchants the flexibility to buy what they need, build what they want, and adapt as commerce evolves
Democrats teed up final get-out-the-vote rallies Monday on the eve of midterm elections where they expect to win at least partial control of Congress and impose political constraints on President Donald Trump for the first time in two years.
Reigning African Footballer of the Year and Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi claimed a first career hat-trick at the weekend in a 5-1 Ligue 1 rout of bottom club Le Havre.
November 02, 2026
Culture
Thousands of Bangladeshi garment workers blocked a major highway and clashed with police on Monday, demanding a monthly minimum wage more than double current pay, as protests spread across industrial hubs.
November 02, 2026
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Japan urged the United States to enforce discipline among its troops after a Marine was arrested on suspicion of drink driving during a curfew in the wake of another serviceman's arrest on a murder charge, the defence minister said on Monday.
Hosting Arsenal in the Champions League on Wednesday, Slavia Prague are facing the mammoth task of ending a drawn-out winless streak in the competition as an unwelcome record looms.
Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg poured in 37 points as the Golden State Warriors shrugged off the absence of Stephen Curry to beat the Los Angeles Clippers 124-112 on Sunday.
Minnesota became the last NFL club to tumble from the unbeaten ranks on Sunday while Denver made a game-ending defensive goal-line stand to deny Patrick Mahomes and edge Kansas City in a thriller.
November 02, 2026
- ExxonMobil urged to re-think Papua New Guinea gas project
- South Korea to double spending on AI and chips in 2027
- Asian stocks mixed as tech sector struggles to rebound from selloff
- On All Saints' Day, Philippine mountain town honours dead with fire
- India's royals find new power in their past
- Years on from fall of IS, French jihadists face justice in Iraq
- Irish bookshops help meet UK demand for Sally Rooney novels
- Cyber attacks hit Russia, Ukraine after truce ends