Israeli forces detain 2 Syrians after raid on homes and shops in Quneitra
DAMASCUS: Israeli forces detained two people after raiding homes and damaging shops during an incursion into the town of Jabata al-Khashab in southern Syria, according to the Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA). A force of more than nine military vehicles entered the town in the northern countryside of »»»
OFIE-M hosts bowling night to promote community spirit and wellness
Darlene Regis The Overseas Filipino Investors and Entrepreneurs Movement (OFIE-M) brought together members of the Filipino community for its 14th Pre-Anniversary “No Tap” Bowling Night with a Purpose on August 28 at the Qatar Bowling Federation. The event gathered community leaders, partners and re»»»
PICPA Doha advances professional development and community service
Darlene Regis The Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA) Qatar LLC(G) Doha strengthened its commitment to professional development and community service through a series of initiatives held throughout September 2026, under its FY 2026–2027 theme, “United by Profession, Connect»»»
Commercial Bank launches Qatari banking segment
Tribune News Network Doha Commercial Bank has introduced Miqdam, a first-of-its-kind banking segment for Qataris, designed to match their lifestyle with exceptional privileges and financial solutions. The name comes from a traditional Qatari word of courage and initiative and reflects a distinctive»»»
HBKU hosts Asian Society of Int’l Law conference
Tribune News Network Doha Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) hosted the Asian Society of International Law (AsianSIL) Inter-sessional Conference on November 10–11, in Doha under the theme ‘Is a New Normative International Legal Order in the Making?’. The conference convened experts to explore Asia»»»
Team Qatar gains valuable Olympic experience at Dakar 2026
Tribune News Network Diamniadio (Senegal) Team Qatar’s young athletes brought their participation in the 4th Youth Olympic Games Dakar 2026 to a close by attending the Games’ closing ceremony at the Youth Olympic Village in Diamniadioon Friday. Qatar’s Idris Abu Bakr carried the national flag durin»»»
World Bank, GCC, COMESA to mobilise carbon finance, advance energy access in Africa
Tribune News Network Antalya, Türkiye The Global Carbon Council (GCC), an independent and internationally recognised carbon standard from the Global South, launched the Energy Access Programme Standard in collaboration with the World Bank and the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMES»»»
WCM-Q and Qatar Foundation’s ABP co-host ‘Building Bridges to Higher Education’ forum
Tribune News Network Doha Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q), a QF partner university, and The Academic Bridge Program (ABP), a member of Qatar Foundation, co-organised the ‘Building Bridges to Higher Education: Advancing STEM Readiness and Global Competence’ forum, held at the Hilton Doha Hotel.»»»
WCM-Q and Qatar Foundation’s ABP co-host ‘Building Bridges to Higher Education’ forum
Tribune News Network Doha Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q), a QF partner university, and The Academic Bridge Program (ABP), a member of Qatar Foundation, co-organised the ‘Building Bridges to Higher Education: Advancing STEM Readiness and Global Competence’ forum, held at the Hilton Doha Hotel.»»»
Australian envoy highlights engineering’s role in Qatar’s sustainable transformation
Ashraf Siddiqui Doha Australian Ambassador to Qatar HE Shane Flanagan has highlighted the vital role of engineers in advancing clean energy, strengthening energy resilience and supporting Qatar’s sustainable development. He described engineering expertise as essential to translating climate ambitio»»»
Qatar Rail recognises winners of 3rd edition of its ‘Zero Harm Awards’
Tribune News Network Doha In the presence of its CEO Jassim Mohammed Al Ansari and members of the executive and senior management, Qatar Railways Company (Qatar Rail) held the third edition of “Zero Harm Awards” ceremony to celebrate the finalists and recognise the winners for their achievements in»»»
Qatar’s Hurricane Storm wins Mixed Touch title at Goa 7s rugby tourney
Tribune News Network GOA, India Hurricane Storm of Qatar emerged champions in the Mixed Touch category at the third edition of the Goa 7s International Rugby Tournament, defeating CyberX RC in an exciting Cup final at the SAG Ground, Benaulim, Goa. Hurricane Storm produced an impressive performance»»»
QRCS launches paediatric heart surgery convoy in Sudan
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has launched a medical convoy to perform open-heart surgeries for 15 poor children at the Ahmed Qasim Children’s Hospital in Khartoum State, Sudan. This project is part of QRCS’s ongoing efforts to enhance specialised health care services »»»
Msheireb Downtown Doha strengthens its role as community hub this winter
Tribune News Network Doha Msheireb Downtown Doha continues to be the destination of choice for national institutions, international bodies and the private sector to engage the public. In recent weeks, the city has hosted a series of national, sporting and community events organised by its partners,»»»
SpaceX’s Starship captured by launch pad arms
CAPE CANAVERAL, Florida: SpaceX’s Starship made a triumphant return to Earth on Saturday, caught in midair by giant mechanical arms where its journey began 22 hours earlier. It was the grand finale that Elon Musk and his team hoped for — the first-ever capture of a Starship flying back from space. »»»
Forum seeks to expand students’ readiness for scientific pathways
More than 200 secondary school teachers, academic advisers, university officials and ministry representatives gathered at the Building Bridges to Higher Education: Advancing STEM Readiness and Global Competence Forum in Doha to take up ways to facilitate students’ transition to university and broad»»»
Italian envoy reaffirms solidarity with Qatar, vows to strengthen relations
Ashraf Siddiqui Doha Italian ambassador to Qatar HE Paolo Toschi has reaffirmed the longstanding friendship and strategic partnership between Qatar and Italy, highlighting their strong bilateral relations, shared values and expanding cooperation. Addressing a gala reception hosted recently by the E»»»
Call to allow United Nations agencies and humanitarian bodies to work without obstruction
They also stressed the need to allow UN agencies and humanitarian organisations to carry out their mandates without obstruction. The ministers emphasised that commitments under the first phase of the agreements were due to take effect upon signature and must be implemented without delay or addition»»»
Energy transitions must be orderly, equitable: Al Subaie
Al Subaie said energy transitions must be orderly and equitable, reflect differing national circumstances, safeguard energy security and affordability, and support development pathways. Technology deployment, he added, depends on infrastructure, resilient supply chains, financing and national capac»»»
HMC hosts awareness activities on World Diabetes Day
Tribune News Network Doha Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC), represented by Qatar Metabolic Institute (QMI), joined countries around the world in celebrating World Diabetes Day under the theme “Take Action: Detect Diabetes Early”. To mark the occasion, HMC organised a wide range of awareness activiti»»»
MoPH marks World Diabetes Day; focus on early detection
Tribune News Network Doha The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) is joining the global observance of World Diabetes Day 2026, marked annually on November 14.This year’s theme, “Early Action on Diabetes”, underscores the importance of early diagnosis, comprehensive care and reducing the stigma associa»»»
Qitaf Quranic Forum draws over 10,000 visitors in second edition
The second edition of the Qitaf Quranic Forum concluded at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC), attracting more than 10,000 visitors over three days and bringing together scholars, educators and institutions to explore the role of Quranic guidance in education and human development. Held fr»»»
Qitaf Quranic Forum draws over 10,000 visitors in second edition
The second edition of the Qitaf Quranic Forum concluded at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC), attracting more than 10,000 visitors over three days and bringing together scholars, educators and institutions to explore the role of Quranic guidance in education and human development. Held fr»»»
Qatar showcases national climate initiatives and efforts at COP31
QNA Antalya The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MoECC) has actively engaged in discussions on key international climate action issues during the 31st Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP31), being held in Antalya, Turkiye. During the conference»»»
AI, 5G and future skills key drivers of digital transformation, experts tell MWC26
Ashraf Siddiqui Doha MWC26 Doha concluded last week after attracting more than 10,000 participants from 100 countries and territories, highlighting the Middle East and North Africa’s (MENA) growing ambitions in artificial intelligence (AI), digital transformation, advanced connectivity and technolo»»»
Djerba, “Forever La Dolce” in the eyes of Portuguese travellers
Tunis, Nov. 14 (TAP) - Like a Mediterranean magnet with timeless charm, Djerba continues to captivate Portuguese travellers, recording a 6.7% increase in arrivals and a 7.7% rise in overnight stays during the first nine months of 2026.This positive...»»»