10 killed in high-speed train collision in Spain's Cordoba
Also In This Package Spain opens probe after cable theft halts trains Dramatic CCTV footage of Spain rail disaster Spain rail crash probe looks at train speed Footage shows Scotland rail lines under snow Madrid: At least 10 people were killed and several others injured after a high-speed train oper»»»
Ceasefire deal reached between Syrian government, Kurdish militia - UPI.com
President of Syria Ahmed al-Sharaa (L) meets with President Donald Trump at the White House in Washington, D.C., in November. File Photo by Syrian Presidency/UPI | License Photo Jan. 18 (UPI) -- The Syrian government and the Kurdish militia have reached a ceasefire agreement. The news came as the g»»»
Trump tests boundaries of his power as Minnesota pushes back
With 1,500 troops reportedly on standby to deploy to Minnesota, tensions are rising in the state as protests continue against Donald Trump's immigration crackdown. US officials say they are targeting the "worst of the worst" but critics warn migrants with no criminal record and US citizens are bein»»»
Swedish PM rejects US ‘blackmail’
Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson has denounced US tariff threats, calling them “blackmail” against his country and its allies. The comment comes in response to Washington hitting eight European NATO nations with import duties for opposing US President Donald Trump’s plans to acquire the Danis»»»
Gang members in Guatemala 7 seven police after prison crackdown: minister
Guatemala's interior minister accused gangs of killing seven police on Sunday in retaliation for the government's refusal to transfer gang leaders to a lower-security prison. The killings occurred in the Guatemalan capital and surrounding areas a day after gang-affiliated inmates took 46 people hos»»»
Senegal stun hosts Morocco to win AFCON final marred by ugly scenes
Rabat: Senegal stunned Morocco in the Africa Cup of Nations final on Sunday as Pape Gueye's goal gave them a 1-0 extra-time win in a game marred by ugly incidents following a controversial penalty award. Several Senegal players walked off the pitch in disgust and clashes erupted among their support»»»
Starmer holds phone call with Trump over Greenland tariff threat
Sir Keir Starmer told Donald Trump in a phone call on Sunday that it would be "wrong" to apply tariffs to allies opposing a US takeover of Greenland, No 10 has said. It is the first time the two leaders have spoken since the US president vowed to impose a 10% levy on goods imported from eight Europ»»»
Philippines: Poor soil conditions lead to bad roads to Bicol?
Manila: Are bad roads to Bicol, south of Manila, caused by poor soil conditions? Blaming soil quality – or terrain – behind the notoriously backbreaking “Andaya Highway” is a copout, a senior official has said. “Masakit sa likod” (backbreaking), said Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) S»»»
Five dead after high-speed trains collide in Spain
At least five people have been killed and dozens more injured after two high-speed trains derailed following a collision in southern Spain on Sunday evening. The accident happened near the town of Adamuz, close to the city of Cordoba, when a high-speed train travelling from Malaga to Madrid deraile»»»
Europe responds to tariff war launched by Trump over Greenland: What we know so far
US President Donald Trump has announced additional tariffs on eight European NATO members that oppose his plans to acquire Greenland. A 10% levy is set to take effect on February 1, targeting Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the UK, the Netherlands, and Finland. The tariff is expected to r»»»
Passion by Design: Katharine Pooley on Craft, Commitment & Mentorship
Lani Rose R Dizon With over 23 years of experience in the design industry, Katharine Pooley is an award-winning interior designer who has designed private homes, castles, villas, hotels, chalets and yachts across the globe. She has won numerous awards including British Interior Designer of the Deca»»»
‘Aiming for Growth in the New Year’
Lani Rose R Dizon A couple of weeks into the new year, many are probably still in the middle of their annual planning for 2026, while others might still be working on their vision boards or new year’s resolutions. The new year is always a good opportunity for new beginnings. Qatar Tribune spoke to »»»
Public access to Hamad Port to visit warships only from Jan 20 to 22
Continued from page 1 The official opening of the visiting international warships will take place on Monday at Hamad Port and will be attended exclusively by VIPs, official delegations, and accredited media. Public access to Hamad Port to visit the warships will be available from 20 to 22 January»»»
AMIR, CANADIAN PRIME MINISTER HOLD TALKS
The Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani held a session of official talks with Prime Minister of Canada Dr. Mark Carney at the Amiri Diwan on Sunday. They discussed cooperation between the two countries and ways to support and develop it across various fields, particularly in the areas»»»
At least 5,000 people have been killed during Iran's nationwide protests, official says
Iranian authorities have verified that at least 5,000 people have been killed during nationwide protests, an official told Reuters on Sunday, including some 500 members of the security forces. Thousands marched in cities across Europe on Saturday in solidarity with Iran's anti-government protesters»»»
Pakistani Prime Minister receives invitation from US President to join Gaza Peace Council
Islamabad: The Pakistani Foreign Ministry announced Sunday that Prime Minister Mohammad Shahbaz Sharif received an invitation from US President Donald Trump to join the Gaza Peace Council, which was formed as part of the second phase of the ceasefire process in the Gaza Strip. Pakistani Foreign Min»»»
CB posts QR 2.2 bn net profit for 2025, unveils 2026–2030 strategic plan
Tribune News Network Doha The Commercial Bank and its subsidiaries announced a net profit after tax of QR2,204.9 million (QR2.2 billion) for the year ended 31 December 2025, reflecting resilient performance despite higher provisions, increased operating expenses, and challenging market conditions. »»»
Strong start to trap events at Asian Shotgun C’ship Doha 2026
QNA Doha The trap competitions of the Asian Shotgun Championship Doha 2026 kicked off at the Lusail Shooting Complex on Sunday. The competition continues until Wednesday with the participation of 196 male and female shooters representing 17 countries. Sunday’s competitions were strong and exciting,»»»
Aspetar sets a new benchmark in football injury prevention
Tribune News Network Doha Aspetar, Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital has set a new benchmark in football injury prevention with the successful rollout of its pioneering Sports Injury and Illness Risk Management Plan (RMP) tool across all 18 professional football clubs in Qatar. This league‑w»»»
Cleaning worker honoured for helping discover smuggled narcotic substances
Tribune News Network Doha Assistant Undersecretary for Public Services Affairs Engineer Abdullah Ahmed Al Karrani honoured public cleaning worker Mohammed Nour Al-Din in recognition of his integrity and effective cooperation with security authorities, following his discovery of smuggled narcotic su»»»
Qatar to participate in GCC Civil Retirement and Social Insurance Agencies meet
QNA Doha The General Retirement and Social Insurance Authority (Daman) will participate in the 63rd meeting of the Technical Committee of Civil Retirement and Social Insurance Agencies of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. Hosted by Dubai, the three-day meeting begins today with the part»»»
CANADIAN PM MEETS WITH HEALTH MINISTER
Prime Minister of Canada HE Dr Mark Carney met with Minister of Public Health HE Mansoor bin Ebrahim Al Mahmoud in Doha on Sunday. During the meeting, they reviewed the relations between the two countries and ways to enhance and develop them in health. (TNN)»»»
Ashghal continues work to complete roads, infra works in Jeryan Nejaima
Tribune News Network Doha The Public Works Authority (Ashghal) continues to implement the Remaining Roads and Infrastructure Works in Jeryan Nejaima, as part of its efforts to develop the road network and improve infrastructure services in the area. Eng Abdulaziz Khalid, the project engineer in the»»»
talabat partners with QF to support student loan repayment through employment option
Tribune News Network Doha talabat, the leading on-demand delivery platform in the MENA region, is proud to reaffirm its commitment to supporting young talent in Qatar. talabat is recognised as an approved provider of paid service opportunities due to its licensing by the Qatar Financial Centre (QFC»»»
Msheireb Downtown Doha welcomes Qatar Tourism headquarters relocation
Tribune News Network Doha Msheireb Properties has announced the relocation of Qatar Tourism headquarters to Msheireb Downtown Doha. This move enhances Msheireb Downtown Doha’s position as Qatar’s premier destination for leading government institutions and major organisations. The relocation provide»»»
Vodafone showcases smart technology and connectivity solutionsat DIMDEX 2026
Tribune News Network Doha Vodafone Qatar is participating in the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX 2026), taking place at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC), under the patronage of the Amir of the State of Qatar His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Tha»»»
Registration opens for QF’s National Sport Day 2026 activities
Tribune News Network Doha Continuing its role as an inclusive hub for sport and activity, Qatar Foundation’s Education City will host a wide range of activities on February 10 for National Sport Day 2026 from 7am to 3pm. The annual Education City Run returns this year in a brand-new format as the E»»»
PHCC organises 7th Partners and Family Advisory Group meeting
Tribune News Network Doha The Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC) held the seventh meeting of the Partners and Family Advisory Group (PFAG), chaired by Dr Mariam Ali Abdulmalik, managing director of the PHCC. The meeting comes as part of PHCC’s ongoing efforts to strengthen person- and community»»»
AL MURAIKHI MEETS LEBANESE AMBASSADOR
Minister of State for Foreign Affairs HE Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi met with Ambassador of Lebanon to Qatar HE Bilal Kabalan on Sunday. During the meeting, they reviewed bilateral relations and ways to support and strengthen them. (QNA)»»»
QC delivers vital assistance to Sudanese refugees in Chad
Tribune News Network Doha Amid the worsening humanitarian crisis faced by thousands of Sudanese refugees fleeing armed conflict, Qatar Charity (QC), with the generous support of donors, announced the provision of humanitarian assistance to Iriba Camp in the Wadi Fira region of eastern Chad at the b»»»
Interior minister attends certificate-award ceremony of 8th batch of officer cadets at Police College
QNA Doha Minister of Interior, Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya), and Chairman of the Supreme Council of the Police Academy, HE Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, attended the certificate-award ceremony for the 8th batch of officer cadets at the Police College on Sunda»»»
Amir, Prime Minister of Canada commit to deepening bilateral engagement and economic cooperation: joint statement
Doha, Qatar: The Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and His Excellency Prime Minister of Canada Mark Carney, met Sunday in Doha to elevate bilateral ties and set clear priorities for increasing trade and investment. The meeting comes in the context of Prime Minister Carney’s visit t»»»
Amir, Syrian president discuss current developments in Syria
Doha His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani discussed the latest developments in Syria with President of the sisterly Syrian Arab Republic HE Ahmed Al-Sharaa. This came during a telephone call HH the Amir received on Sunday from the Syrian president. During the »»»
Jordan King, PM review bilateral cooperation
HM King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan met with Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani in Amman on Sunday. At the start of the meeting, the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs conveyed His Highn»»»
PM discusses bilateral relations with Jordanian counterpart, deputy PM
QNA Amman Prime Minister of Jordan Dr. Jaafar Hassan met with Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani in Amman on Sunday. Qatar’s Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs also met with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign »»»
Students set to return for ShellEco-marathon at Lusail Circuit
Tribune News Network Doha The countdown has begun as students from across Asia-Pacific, Middle East and Africa prepare to arrive for the second edition of Shell Eco-marathon in Qatar. This prestigious event, hosted under the patronage of Her Excellency Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al T»»»
1st electric vehicle charging station installed at HIA
QNA Doha Hamad International Airport (HIA) has announced that the first electric vehicle (EV) charging station for the public has been installed at the ground level of the airport’s East car park. The airport said that this development was achieved thanks to a collaboration with the Qatar General E»»»
MoJ, Qatar Int’l Court weigh up Doha Legal Forum agenda
QNA Doha The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) and Qatar International Court and Dispute Resolution Centre (QICDRC) have organised a press conference on the inaugural Doha Legal Forum, slated to be convened from January 26 to 27, 2026. The forum will be held under the title “Emerging Trends and Forward‑Loo»»»
PM, Jordan deputy PM co-chair joint session of higher panel
QNA Amman Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan Dr Ayman Safadi co-chaired the meetings of the 5th session of the Qatari-Jorda»»»
Mercosur and EU finalise historic trade deal in Paraguay ceremony
The European Union and Mercosur concluded a free trade agreement on January 17 in Asunción, bringing to an end 25 years of on-and-off negotiations between the two blocs. Senior officials from both sides gathered in the Par»»»
Mercosur and EU finalise historic trade deal in Paraguay ceremony
The European Union and Mercosur concluded a free trade agreement on January 17 in Asunción, bringing to an end 25 years of on-and-off negotiations between the two blocs. Senior officials from both sides gathered in the Par»»»
Mercosur and EU finalise historic trade deal in Paraguay ceremony
The European Union and Mercosur concluded a free trade agreement on January 17 in Asunción, bringing to an end 25 years of on-and-off negotiations between the two blocs. Senior officials from both sides gathered in the Par»»»
Mercosur and EU finalise historic trade deal in Paraguay ceremony
The European Union and Mercosur concluded a free trade agreement on January 17 in Asunción, bringing to an end 25 years of on-and-off negotiations between the two blocs. Senior officials from both sides gathered in the Par»»»
Mercosur and EU finalise historic trade deal in Paraguay ceremony
The European Union and Mercosur concluded a free trade agreement on January 17 in Asunción, bringing to an end 25 years of on-and-off negotiations between the two blocs. Senior officials from both sides gathered in the Par»»»
Mercosur and EU finalise historic trade deal in Paraguay ceremony
The European Union and Mercosur concluded a free trade agreement on January 17 in Asunción, bringing to an end 25 years of on-and-off negotiations between the two blocs. Senior officials from both sides gathered in the Par»»»
Mercosur and EU finalise historic trade deal in Paraguay ceremony
The European Union and Mercosur concluded a free trade agreement on January 17 in Asunción, bringing to an end 25 years of on-and-off negotiations between the two blocs. Senior officials from both sides gathered in the Par»»»
Mercosur and EU finalise historic trade deal in Paraguay ceremony
The European Union and Mercosur concluded a free trade agreement on January 17 in Asunción, bringing to an end 25 years of on-and-off negotiations between the two blocs. Senior officials from both sides gathered in the Par»»»
Mercosur and EU finalise historic trade deal in Paraguay ceremony
The European Union and Mercosur concluded a free trade agreement on January 17 in Asunción, bringing to an end 25 years of on-and-off negotiations between the two blocs. Senior officials from both sides gathered in the Par»»»
Mercosur and EU finalise historic trade deal in Paraguay ceremony
The European Union and Mercosur concluded a free trade agreement on January 17 in Asunción, bringing to an end 25 years of on-and-off negotiations between the two blocs. Senior officials from both sides gathered in the Par»»»
Mercosur and EU finalise historic trade deal in Paraguay ceremony
The European Union and Mercosur concluded a free trade agreement on January 17 in Asunción, bringing to an end 25 years of on-and-off negotiations between the two blocs. Senior officials from both sides gathered in the Par»»»