KUWAIT, Feb 22 (KUNA) -- His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah sent a cable of congratulations on Sunday, to Governor-General of Saint Lucia Cyril Errol Charles on his country's Independence Day. (end) ahm»»»

KUWAIT, Feb 22 (KUNA) -- His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent a cable of congratulations on Sunday, to Governor-General of Saint Lucia Cyril Errol Charles on his country's Independence Day.His Highness conveyed his sincere congratulations on the occasion, wishing him »»»

KUWAIT, Feb 22 (KUNA) -- His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah sent a cable of congratulations on Sunday, to Governor-General of Saint Lucia Cyril Errol Charles on his country's Independence Day, wishing him good health and further progress and prosperity. (end) ahm»»»

By Fawaz Asmiran JEDDAH, Feb 22 (KUNA) -- Saudi Arabia is commemorating the Founding Day, honoring the historic establishment of the Saudi state by Imam Mohammad bin Saud and his designation of Al-Diriyah as its capital.The national occasion marks more than three centuries of political, cultural, a»»»

Report by Neeran Al-Nassar KUWAIT, Feb 22 (KUNA) -- Kuwait joined countries worldwide on Sunday in celebrating girls scouts and guides, known internationally as World Girl Scouts Day, to raise awareness of issues affecting girls and highlight the Girl Guides efforts to empower girls in 146 countrie»»»

On Feb. 22, 2011, a 6.3-magnitude earthquake severely damaged Christchurch, New Zealand's second largest city, killing 185 people and injuring up to 2,000. 1 of 6 | The Christchurch Catholic Cathedral is extensively damaged after an earthquake in Christchurch, New Zealand, on February 22, 2011. Fil»»»

Dubai: Emirates has cancelled and rescheduled several flights to and from New York due to the anticipated impact of a fast-developing Nor’easter, which is set to slam the US East Coast from Sunday. The storm is expected to bring 1–2 feet of snow across major cities, including New York, Boston, Phil»»»

TEHRAN, Feb 22 (KUNA) -- Iran on Sunday condemned remarks by the US ambassador to the Israeli occupation, Mike Huckabee, which included acceptance of the occupation's control over lands belonging to Arab countries, including the occupied West Bank.Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei w»»»

Doha, Qatar: Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q) is placing a renewed emphasis on the study of Arabic language and culture. Through a myriad of curricular, co-curricular and research activities, the campus is providing opportunities to enrich the understanding of Arabic and cultural context»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Amir, HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani sent on Sunday a cable of congratulations to the Governor-General of Saint Lucia, HE Cyril Errol Melchiades Charles on the anniversary of his country's Independence Day.»»»

Dubai: Dubai Police assisted in the arrest of 24 suspects worldwide and shared 121 intelligence leads with international law enforcement partners during the final quarter of 2025, according to official figures released on Sunday. The data, reviewed during a Q4 performance evaluation meeting of the »»»

It was supposed to last four years. It lasted just 399 days - 70 of them spent in caretaker status after the prime minister's own resignation. The cabinet of Rosen Zhelyazkov, Bulgaria's 105th government, came to power on January 16, 2025 promising stability after years of political paralysis, only»»»

An antiques auction selling chains linked to the enslavement of African people in Zanzibar has been accused of “profiting from slavery,” according to The Guardian. The shackles, dated to 1780 and valued at about £1,000, are among objects listed in the auction, called “Challenging History.” The auct»»»

Seoul, South Korea: The South Korean and US militaries have decided to postpone announcing a date for the allies' major springtime exercise for this year due to differences over the scale of on-field drills, sources said Sunday. The two countries had planned to make the announcement in a joint pres»»»

A 25-year-old woman with disabilities was allegedly sexually assaulted inside her home in the Kypseli district of Athens. The woman’s mother told authorities the attack occurred while she briefly left for a nearby pharmacy. Upon returning, she said she found a 64-year-old man, known to the family, »»»

Dubai: Three young Europeans of Arab origin have been sentenced to jail followed by deportation after being convicted of stealing and burning a family driver’s vehicle in what they described as an act carried out “for adventure”. The case began when the victim, a driver working for a household, rep»»»

US envoy Steve Witkoff said on Saturday that President Donald Trump is questioning why Iran has not "capitulated" in the face of Washington's military build-up aimed at pressuring them into a nuclear deal. The United States and Iran this week resumed Oman-mediated talks in Geneva aimed at averting »»»

Dubai: Motorists along one of the Dubai’s busiest corridor Hessa Street can soon expect a major improvement in traffic flow, shorter travel times, and smoother journeys, following the award of the Phase II contract for the Hessa Street Development project by the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA).»»»

A concert by the Guards Representative Brass Band, conducted by Radi Radev, was held in Sofia on Saturday evening to mark Liberation Day, March 3. The event conveyed the message that freedom is not an endpoint but an ongoing responsibility. "March 3 reminds us that freedom is not an endpoint. It is»»»

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has acknowledged a marked improvement in Pakistan's economic outlook, stating that policy efforts under its Extended Fund Facility (EFF) have helped stabilize the economy, contain inflation and rebuild confidence, as the country prepares for a fresh round of re»»»

Turkish-German director Ilker Catak's film "Yellow ⁠Letters" – a ​drama about what happens to a ​marriage under extraordinary political pressure – was awarded the Berlin Film Festival's Golden Bear ​top ‌prize on Saturday ⁠night. Catak's film tells the story of a Turkish di»»»

New Delhi: Security agencies have busted a major terror plot following the arrest of eight persons from West Bengal and Tamil Nadu. Investigators said the accused are linked to Bangladesh-based terror groups and were allegedly supported by the ISI. The arrested individuals have been identified as M»»»

Cloudy skies with scattered rain and isolated thunderstorms are forecast across parts of Greece on Sunday, while temperatures dip slightly, the National Meteorological Service said. Showers are expected in Thrace, sections of Macedonia, eastern mainland regions, the Peloponnese and parts of the Aeg»»»

Dubai: A promising young footballer has died in a tragic accident in Egypt after a charitable Ramadan initiative he was taking part in turned into a devastating loss for his family and community. The victim, Motassem Zakaria, captain of the Mansoura Workers Club youth team, was killed in Dakahlia g»»»

In December 1811, a Royal Navy frigate sank off the coast of County Donegal, and the mystery surrounding the final resting place of part of the wreck may now finally have been solved. Recent sand displacement caused by high winds at Ballymastocker Bay in Lough Swilly has revealed what some believe »»»

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian earlier reaffirmed commitment to national resilience, pledging that his country will not yield to external pressure amid nuclear negotiations with the US. “The region today is on the verge of an explosion rather than tensions. Every round of negotiations that yie»»»

India and Brazil sealed a deal Saturday on critical minerals and rare earths following a meeting in New Delhi between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. “The agreement on critical minerals and rare earths is a major step towards building resilient supply»»»

Dubai: A property seller has been ordered to hand over a residential villa to two buyers after failing to vacate the property despite receiving full payment and formally transferring ownership. The Dubai Real Estate Court ruled that the seller must deliver the villa free of occupants and encumbranc»»»

KUWAIT, Feb 22 (KUNA) -- 1938 -- Large quantities of oil discovered in the first well in Burgan field, 3,672 feet below the earth's surface. This marked the beginning of oil industry in State of Kuwait. Drilling in Burgan field started on January 16th, 1937. 1972 -- Al-Qabas Newspaper issued its fi»»»

The Trump administration is prepared to consider a proposal that allows Iran “token” nuclear enrichment if it leaves no possible path to a bomb, a senior US official told Axios on Saturday. This suggests there could be an opening, if only a small one, between the red lines set by the US and Iran fo»»»

Doha, Qatar: Brent crude prices rose on Friday as investors worried about potential US military action, with President Donald Trump pressing Iran to halt nuclear weapons development. Brent crude futures settled at $71.76, and US West Texas Intermediate crude (WTI) finished at $66.39. For the week, »»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s real estate sector stepped into 2026 with renewed momentum, delivering a confident and encouraging start to the year. With total deal value climbing to QR1.732bn, the market is signalling resilience, investor confidence, and a positive outlook for the months ahead. The real est»»»

Muscat: Non-oil exports in Oman rose during 2025 to almost OMR6.7bn, compared to OMR6.2bn in 2024, recording an increase of 7.5%. The Oman’s National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI) stated in its monthly report that re-export activities registered growth of 20.3%, rising from OMR1.708b»»»

Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority (ECA) has warned parents about growing safety risks for children in vehicles, as cooler weather and open car windows encourage some children to lean or extend their bodies outside, exposing them to serious injury. The authority said the behaviour, »»»

Doha, Qatar: Belgium’s Pieter Devos delivered a standout performance at Al Shaqab’s Longines Outdoor Arena, winning Friday’s CSI5* 1.50m Faults and Time feature on the third day of CHI Al Shaqab Presented by Longines. Aboard Jarina J, Devos produced a flawless round in 59.58 seconds to secure the t»»»

Abu Dhabi: A driver who deliberately rammed another driver’s vehicle and verbally abused him in public has been ordered to pay Dh20,000 in compensation. The Abu Dhabi Family, Civil and Administrative Court found that the defendant had pursued the victim in the street before intentionally crashing i»»»

Doha, Qatar: Al Duhail and Al Arabi played out a 1-1 draw in their Qatar Stars League (QSL) clash at Abdullah Bin Khalifa Stadium yesterday. The result left sixth-placed Al Arabi on 24 points, while Al Duhail, in eighth, moved to 21 points. Al Arabi took the lead in the 23rd minute when Karl Toko E»»»

Doha, Qatar: Team Qatar is set to make history this June by participating for the first time ever in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, marking a milestone moment for Qatari motorsport on the global endurance racing stage. Held annually at the iconic Circuit de la Sarthe, the 24-hour endurance race is regard»»»

Doha, Qatar: Spanish maestro Carlos Alcaraz made winning an ATP 500 title look effortless yesterday as he defeated Arthur Fils 6-2, 6-2 to capture the Qatar ExxonMobil Open crown with a commanding display in Doha. At a packed Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex, the world No. 1 brushed »»»

Dubai: Dubai Police have arrested a beggar found in possession of Dh20,000 in cash during a targeted crackdown on illicit solicitation in the emirate. Officers from the Suspicious Persons and Criminal Phenomena Department apprehended the individual in a public car park as part of the ongoing ‘Comba»»»

Pakistan said Sunday it launched multiple air strikes targeting militants in neighboring Afghanistan, where the government reported children were among dozens of people killed and wounded. The overnight attacks were the most extensive since border clashes in October killed more than 70 people on bo»»»

Doha, Qatar: Jumbo Electronics, Qatar’s leading retailer of consumer electronics and home appliances has announced the grand opening of its new LG Brand Shop at Place Vendôme Mall, 1st Floor, Shop #132, Lusail. The launch of the LG Brand Shop marks another significant milestone in Jumbo Electronics»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Kerala Muslim Cultural Centre (KMCC Qatar), a community organisation of expatriates from Kerala, recently organised a mega blood donation camp in association with Qatar National Blood Donation Centre at Hamad Medical Corporation. The camp received an overwhelming response with 121 »»»

Doha, Qatar: The General Directorate of Endowments at the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has launched a new episode of its Ramadan awareness programme “Waqfak Dhukhr” (Your Endowment is a Treasure), in cooperation with Quran Radio Qatar. The initiative aims to promote the culture of endowmen»»»

Doha, Qatar: The General Directorate of Traffic at the Ministry of Interior has issued a public advisory warning against the dangerous practice of sitting on vehicle roofs or leaning out of windows while a vehicle is in motion, stressing that such behaviour constitutes a traffic violation and poses»»»

Doha, Qatar: Amid the rapid digital transformation taking place in Qatar, the entrepreneurship sector is experiencing noticeable growth acceleration, driven by technological advancements and the increasing reliance on digital solutions across various industries. It has become a central pillar in th»»»

With CBSE board exams underway since February 17 and overlapping with Ramadan, fasting students across the UAE are juggling revision schedules, late-night prayers and early morning exam timings.Experts based in Dubai told Gulf News that while fasting can temporarily affect concentration, students’ »»»

Doha, Qatar: As part of its “Keep Your Balance of Good Deeds Alive” Ramadan Campaign 2026/1447AH, Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has initiated the Ramadan Iftar projects, through its foreign representation offices/missions and in collaboration with National Societies and partners in the target c»»»

Doha, Qatar: MES Indian School, Abu Hamour Branch, hosted a grand farewell ceremony for the Class of 2026 in the school’s multipurpose hall, marking a significant milestone in the academic journey of its graduating students. The event, titled ‘MESIS Prodigies,’ celebrated the achievements, memories»»»

Doha, Qatar: A Ministry of Transport (MoT) workshop focused on presenting the results and key recommendations of the project; ‘Study of the Competitive Position of Hamad Port’ has concluded, in attendance of MoT Undersecretary H E Mohammed Abdullah Al-Maadeed. The workshop was attended by several b»»»