Gulf News 46m

Etihad releases flights until March 15 - what passengers need to know

Etihad Airways has announced its updated flight schedule, covering flights until March 15. The airline advised that guests with existing bookings will be accommodated on these flights as soon as possible, ensuring minimal disruption to their travel plans Tickets for all available flights are now on»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Cooking gas cylinders run low across India as Gulf tensions hit LPG deliveries, forcing kitchens to rethink meals

Dubai: Across India, familiar kitchen routines are changing as cooking gas supplies tighten. Hot tea, fried snacks and elaborate meals have been reported disappearing from menus in homes, hostels and roadside eateries hoping to use their LPG cylinders for a few more days. Sign up for our daily busi»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Mixing the cards in the Arabian Gulf: Iran’s dangerous gamble against the GCC

Amid the accelerating developments and the continued treacherous Iranian attacks against the GCC states, particularly the UAE, and in the midst of the falsehoods promoted by the Iranian regime and its sympathisers in our Arab region, some voices continue to repeat the claim that the missile and dro»»»

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Gulf News 2h

WTI oil price jumps 8% as Middle East tensions rattle global markets

Global oil prices have rallied early on Thursday with the West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil April contract closing at $94.23 per barrel as on 11.56 GMT Wednesday (March 11), 8.56 am Tokyo (March 12), a 8% daily spike that underscores mounting anxiety over supply disruptions in the Middle East»»»

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RT 2h

Trump’s attorney general moves into military housing over threats – media

US Attorney General Pam Bondi has quietly relocated to a military base in the Washington DC area, joining multiple other top officials of the administration of President Donald Trump who have opted for more secure housing, the New York Times has reported, citing people familiar with the matter. Bon»»»

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Gulf News 2h

How record release of oil reserves can stabilise price of ‘liquid gold’ worldwide

Dubai: Global oil markets have been under pressure as tensions in the Middle East disrupt shipments and threaten supply routes. A new move by the International Energy Agency aims to stabilise prices. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The IEA said it will release 400 mill»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Seeing grocery prices rise in the UAE? Here’s what shoppers should do

Dubai: Are you feeling a price pinch while shopping for groceries? Sudden increases in the cost of vegetables, staples or everyday essentials can leave shoppers wondering whether the jump is temporary or something that should be reported. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balance»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

Ramadan reignites memories, bolsters community bonds, say Moroccan expats

Khaled Al Hameidi Doha “When Ramadan arrives, it feels as if Morocco begins breathing at a different rhythm,” said Nassiba Al Ali, a Moroccan resident in Qatar, recalling the scenes she grew up with in her hometown. Speaking to Qatar Tribune, Al Ali described how the holy month transforms daily lif»»»

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RT 4h

Kiev bankrolling Hungary’s pro-Ukraine opposition – Budapest

The Hungarian authorities have proof that Ukraine is covertly channeling funds to the opposition Tisza Party ahead of the country’s parliamentary elections next month, government spokesman Zoltan Kovacs has said. Speaking at the Hour of Truth broadcast on Wednesday, Kovacs recalled that pro-EU Tisz»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

Qatar Chamber all set to launch 24/7 team to tackle logistics challenges

Tribune News Network Doha The Qatar Chamber Services Committee held a meeting on Wednesday via video conference to review challenges facing the transportation and logistics sector and discuss measures to ensure the continued flow of goods into the country. The meeting was chaired by Eng. Ali bin Ab»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

DOC Holding Group announces QMED 2026 participation asits Strategic Main Sponsor

Tribune News Network Doha DOC Holding Group has announced its participation as the Strategic Main Sponsor of the Qatar International Medical Devices & Healthcare Exhibition & Conference (QMED 2026), the largest medical event of its kind in Qatar. The exhibition will be held under the official patro»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

Qatar Airways announces limited flight schedule amid ongoing disruptions

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Airways has announced a limited flight schedule for the coming days following temporary authorization from the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority, which confirmed the availability of restricted operating corridors to and from Doha. The airline said the limited operations»»»

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The Peninsula 5h

QBA affirms strength of Qatar’s economy and the private sector’s role in supporting market stability

Doha, Qatar: The Qatari Businessmen Association (QBA) affirmed, on the sidelines of its extraordinary meeting held yesterday, that it is placing all its economic institutions and affiliated companies—both in Qatar and around the world—at the service of the national economy and in full support of it»»»

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UPI 5h

Britain releases files on Epstein probe about ex-ambassador to U.S. - UPI.com

The British Cabinet Office has released files from its investigation into former ambassador to the United States Peter Mandelson on Wednesday as it digs into his ties to sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo March 11 (UPI) -- The British Cabinet Office has release»»»

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The Peninsula 5h

Qatar Airways updates flight destinations operating to and from Doha for March 13 - 17

Doha, Qatar: Following temporary authorisation from the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority confirming limited operating corridors, Qatar Airways announced it intends to operate the following flight schedule in the coming days to support passengers who have been affected by the current disruption, and t»»»

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Al Awsat 6h

Researcher Owns 100 Rare Flags From Saudi State Eras

Saudi Arabia marked Flag Day on March 11 for the fourth consecutive year, following a royal order issued on March 1, 2023, designating the date as an annual celebration of the national flag, whose current form was approved in 1937 by King Abdulaziz. Saudi researcher Adnan Al-Tarif, who owns around »»»

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UPI 6h

Watch: Four male cheetah cubs born at San Diego Zoo - UPI.com

March 10 (UPI) -- The San Diego Zoo Safari Park announced the births of four male cheetah cubs, the first of their species to be born at the facility since 2020. The zoo said first-time mother Kelechi gave birth to the cubs on Jan. 24. "Just as they do in native habitats, Kelechi and her cubs are b»»»

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Al Awsat 7h

Erbil Rejects Exporting Oil for Baghdad without Conditional Deal

Two Kurdish officials ruled out allowing Iraqi oil exports through the Kurdistan Region’s pipeline to Türkiye’s Ceyhan port “without a deal and conditions.” Their remarks come after reports that Iraq’s Oil Ministry sent a letter to the Kurdistan Regional Government requesting the export of at least»»»

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Kathimerini 7h

Athens streets closed as pro-Cuba demonstration takes place

Traffic is blocked in central Athens as a pro-Cuba demonstration takes place at Syntagma Square. The event features a speech by Dimitris Koutsoumpas, leader of the Communist Party of Greece (KKE), followed by a march to the US embassy. Roads closed include Stadiou Street, Vasilissis Sofias Avenue f»»»

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UPI 8h

Three killed in drone strike in Democratic Republic of Congo - UPI.com

Leader of Alliance Fleuve Congo, Corneille Nangaa and M23 President Bertrand Bisimwa arrive to participate in a cleanup exercise of the city of Goma, Democratic Republic of the Congo, on Feb. 1. A drone strike on a residential neighborhood in the city killed three people, including a French aid wor»»»

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Al Awsat 8h

Trump Says He Is Not Worried About Iran-Backed Attacks on US Soil

President Donald Trump said on Wednesday he was not worried about Iran-backed attacks on US soil, as the Federal Bureau of Investigation warned of Iranian drones potentially striking the US West Coast, ABC News reported. The US and Israel carried out strikes on Iran nearly two weeks ago, launching »»»

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The Peninsula 8h

Suppliers, traders receiving all facilities to promote trade movement: Director of Land Customs

Doha, Qatar: The Director of the Land Customs Department at the General Authority of Customs, Yousef Al Hammadi said that land customs provide all facilities to suppliers and traders, noting that all customs initiatives, including the economic operator and the TIR System, aim to facilitate the move»»»

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Qatar Tribune 8h

Commerce minister visits retail outlets to monitor market conditions

DOHA: Minister of Commerce and Industry HE Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al Thani conducted a field visit to a number of retail outlets across the country as part of ongoing efforts to monitor market conditions and ensure the availability of essential goods and products for consumers. During t»»»

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Qatar Tribune 8h

Suppliers, traders receiving all facilities to promote trade movement: Official

Doha Director of the Land Customs Department at the General Authority of Customs Yousef Al Hammadi said that land customs provide all facilities to suppliers and traders, noting that all customs initiatives, including the economic operator and the TIR System, aim to facilitate the movement of trade»»»

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BBC 8h

Bowen: Trump has called for an Iran uprising but the lessons from Iraq in 1991 loom large

I know what can happen when an American president calls for an uprising and then doesn't get involved when it starts. That's because I've seen it before. In 1991, on 15 February to be precise, the first President George Bush made a speech that he probably regretted until the end of his days. It was»»»

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Libya Herald 8h

Tripoli government team holds further meeting with Boeing regarding the establishment of a new airliner

‎The Tripoli based Libyan government reported today that had held a virtual meeting today as part of the ‘‘Libyan-American Partnership’’ between the Prime Minister’s Initiative team for the establishment of the new national airline with the team from Boeing. It said this meeting comes within the fr»»»

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UPI 9h

IEA’s 32 member countries to release 400 million barrels of oil - UPI.com

The executive director of the International Energy Agency Fatih Birol said he is glad to see IEA's 32 member countries unanimously agree to release 400 million barrels of oil from its emergency stockpile.. File Photo by Ole Berg-Rusten/EPA-EFE March 11 (UPI) -- The International Energy Agency agree»»»

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Gulf News 9h

UAE markets remain stable with steady supply of essential goods

Local markets across the UAE are witnessing a smooth flow of goods to retail outlets, with supplies available in normal conditions and in quantities sufficient to meet consumer needs, according to officials. Authorities from the UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism, economic departments and consumer»»»

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The Peninsula 9h

Over 500 stranded Indians travel from Qatar; Embassy open all days for passport services 

Doha, Qatar: More than 500 Indian nationals stranded in Qatar travelled to New Delhi and other destinations on Qatar Airways flights on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, the Indian Embassy in Qatar said in an advisory published in their X platform. The Embassy said Qatar Airways is scheduled to operate tw»»»

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EU Observer 9h

EU needs a ‘single market’ for defence, MEPs tell Commission

MEPs have urged the EU Commission to create a single market for defence as part of the bloc’s attempts to increase integration of a multi-billion euro industry that is at the heart of Europe’s plans to better defend itself. At the European Parliament’s plenary session in Strasbourg on Wednesday (11»»»

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Al Awsat 9h

Tracing the US Military’s Learning Curve on Fighting Iran’s Drones: What to Know

The Iran war quickly tested America's ability to combat the swarms of cheap drones that have become a staple of the modern battlefield after Ukraine and Russia demonstrated how effective they could be. Iran launched so many drones across the region at once that some slipped through the defenses, in»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 9h

Caretaker Energy Minister Traikov, UK Ambassador Copsey Discuss Lukoil, Fuel Market, Gas Corridor

Caretaker Energy Minister Traicho Traikov met with UK Ambassador Nathaniel Copsey on Wednesday to discuss bilateral cooperation and key European and international energy issues, the Energy Ministry said in a press release. The talks also covered the situation surrounding Lukoil following UK's decis»»»

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Gulf News 9h

US–Israel–Iran war: 8 key updates UAE residents should know right now

As the US–Israel–Iran conflict continues to unfold, ripple effects are being felt across travel, oil markets, shipping routes and aviation worldwide — including here in the UAE. Governments, airlines and global energy organisations are introducing measures aimed at stabilising markets, maintaining »»»

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UPI 10h

Ukraine hits Russian plant that creates electronics for missiles - UPI.com

Ukrainian rescuers work at the site of a strike on a civilian business in Kharkiv, Ukraine, Wednesday, amid the Russian invasion. At least two people died, and five were injured. Photo by Sergey Kozlov/EPA March 11 (UPI) -- Ukraine has hit a plant in Russia that manufactures control systems for mis»»»

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Al Awsat 10h

Saudi Embassy in Egypt Celebrates Flag Day, Honoring National Pride and Identity

The Saudi Embassy in Egypt was proudly adorned with the Flag Day in celebration of this national occasion, which is observed annually on March 11. This gesture reflects pride in the Saudi flag, a symbol of unity and sovereignty that embodies the values of monotheism, justice, and strength upon whic»»»

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Al Awsat 10h

UN Warns Global Aid at Risk as Middle East War Spreads

The United Nations aid chief warned on Wednesday that the conflict in the Middle East is straining humanitarian operations worldwide, disrupting supply chains and slowing the delivery of life-saving assistance to numerous crisis zones. “We are in a moment of grave peril for the Middle East and, act»»»

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Al Awsat 10h

IEA Agrees to Record Release of Emergency Oil Reserves in an Effort to Calm Surging Prices

The International Energy Agency agreed Wednesday to release the largest volume of emergency oil reserves in its history, in a bid to counter the effects on energy markets of the war in the Middle East. The Paris-based organization said it will make 400 million barrels of oil available from its memb»»»

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The Peninsula 10h

IEA says members to release 400 mn barrels from oil reserves

Paris: The International Energy Agency (IEA) said Wednesday its member countries would unlock 400 million barrels of oil from their reserves to ease the impact of the Middle East conflict, the biggest such release ever. "The oil market challenges we are facing are unprecedented in scale, therefore »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 10h

Foreign Ministry Urges Bulgarian Citizens to Leave Lebanon

With a statement on its website on Wednesday, the Foreign Ministry “strongly recommends” avoiding any travel to Lebanon due to the deteriorating security situation in the Middle East region. Bulgarian citizens should leave the country immediately by taking advantage of all currently available safe »»»

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Gulf News 10h

Sharjah’s Rafid teams up with Shory to offer paperless vehicle insurance services

Sharjah: Rafid Automotive Solutions has signed a strategic partnership with digital insurance platform Shory to enable customers to obtain vehicle insurance instantly after technical inspections, streamlining insurance renewal and vehicle registration processes through integrated digital services. »»»

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UPI 11h

Watch: Finnish couple take first in the annual U.K Wife Carrying Race - UPI.com

March 10 (UPI) -- A couple who traveled from Finland to England took first place in one of Britain's most unusual annual events: the U.K. Wife Carrying Race in Dorking, Surrey. The event, held annually since 2008, featured dozens of pairs traversing obstacles including hills, hay bales, water hazar»»»

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UPI 11h

Homeland Security resumes Global Entry during partial government shutdown - UPI.com

A TSA agent directs passengers checking in for flights at O'Hare International Airport in Chicago in November. U.S. Customs has resumed Global Entry during the partial government shutdown. File Photo by Tannen Maury/UPI | License Photo March 11 (UPI) -- The United States resumed Global Entry, a pro»»»

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Naharnet 11h

IEA says members to release 400 mn barrels from oil reserves

The International Energy Agency agreed Wednesday to release the largest volume of emergency oil reserves in its history, in a bid to counter the effects on energy markets of the war in the Middle East. The Paris-based organization said it will make 400 million barrels of oil available from its memb»»»

Gulf News 11h

NCM forecasts partly cloudy weather with chance of rain tomorrow

The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) expects that tomorrow’s weather will be partly cloudy to occasionally cloudy, with continued chances of rainfall in scattered areas. It will be humid at night and on Friday morning in some western regions, with light to moderate winds that may become active »»»

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Libya Herald 11h

CBL allows official foreign residents in Libya the use of e-Wallets – sets daily transfer categories

In a letter leaked on Libyan media today (Reference 9/2026 dated 11/03/26), the Central Bank of Libya (CBL) instructed commercial bank managers and e-payments entities to permit official foreign residents to start using e-Wallets as a form of payment as part of its efforts to increase the volume an»»»

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UPI 11h

Watch: Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupts, creating hazardous conditions - UPI.com

March 11 (UPI) -- Hawaii's Kilauea volcano began erupting again Tuesday morning, creating hazardous conditions in the nearby area. The geological event ended at 6:21 p.m. local time after the fallout of tephra, a mix of volcanic rock and ash, caused highways to close and flights to be canceled. The»»»

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MIA 11h

Bozhinovska: Interconnections key for energy security and stronger Europe

Skopje, 9 March 2026 (MIA) - Energy interconnections and modern energy grids are not only part of the region's green transition but also key for its energy security, competitiveness and integration with the European energy market, Minister of Energy, Mining and Mineral Resources Sanja Bozhinovska t»»»

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BBC 11h

Three ships in Strait of Hormuz hit by 'unknown projectiles'

Three cargo vessels have been hit by "unknown projectiles" in the Strait of Hormuz, maritime authorities say, as pressure intensifies on one of the world's most important shipping lanes. Traffic through the strait - a vital corridor for oil - has fallen sharply since Israel and the US attacked Iran»»»

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Gulf News 12h

War’s global shock: How Trump’s Iran gamble rattled the world in days

Dubai: What President Donald Trump described as a “brief disruption” is rapidly turning into something far larger, with the economic and strategic fallout of the Iran war spreading well beyond the battlefield. According to a New York Times analysis, the conflict, now nearing its second week, is alr»»»

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UPI 12h

Cuban state pharmacy accused of dispensing expired HIV drugs - UPI.com

Patients living with HIV in Havana reported receiving expired antiretroviral medications at state pharmacies as the health system faces supply shortages and difficulties monitoring patients’ conditions. File Photo by Erensto Mastrascusa/EPA March 10 (UPI) -- Patients living with HIV in Havana repor»»»

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