Storm Alice caused widespread flooding on the Spanish islands of Mallorca and Ibiza, flooding streets and underground garages and leading to flight cancellations at Palma International Airport. No injuries have been reported, and air traffic largely returned to normal by Sunday.

Yousef Ali Al Naqbi, an Emirati from Ras Al Khaimah, has spent over 20 years collecting heritage antiques and transformed his home into a museum open free to visitors, focusing on people of determination and the deaf and mute who communicate in sign language.

Hussein Fahmy, president of the Cairo International Film Festival, expressed his happiness over the remarkable participation of Saudi films in the 46th edition scheduled from November 12 to 21, 2025, emphasizing the festival's openness to distinguished Arab cinematic works.

Yousef Hassan Al-Eisawi, Head of the Hashemite Royal Court, met with youth from the Adwan tribe and a women's delegation from an initiative to enhance women's role in community security and peace, affirming that Jordan under King Abdullah II remains steadfast on principles and committed to defending the truth and achieving peace and justice for Palestinians.

President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi appointed writer Ahmed Mourad, author of "The Blue Elephant," as a member of the Senate 2025 among a distinguished group of intellectuals and creatives.

Israeli forces released rare documents in Yahya Sinwar's handwriting revealing detailed instructions to Al-Qassam Brigades before the October 7, 2023 attack on settlements and military bases around Gaza.

President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi appointed writer and novelist Ahmed Mourad as a member of the Egyptian Senate. Mourad is known for his successful literary and cinematic works, including popular novels and films such as "Kira and the Jinn" and "The Blue Elephant."

The Cairo International Film Festival will honor Egyptian actor Khaled El Nabawy with the Faten Hamama Excellence Award at its 46th edition, recognizing his career of over 35 years. The festival will be held from November 12 to 21, 2025.

The Cairo International Film Festival announced the international competition films for its 46th edition, taking place from November 12 to 21, 2025, featuring 12 films from various countries. It is the oldest festival in the Arab world and Africa and holds the "Category A" accreditation from FIAPF.

The Cairo International Film Festival announced the jury members for the 46th International Critics' Week competition, scheduled from November 12 to 21, 2025. The jury includes Egyptian actress Salma Abu Deif and Lebanese director Elie Dagher. The festival is the only one in the region accredited with the "Category A" status by FIAPF.