European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde plans to leave her job before next year's French presidential election to allow Emmanuel Macron to have an input into picking her successor, the Financial Times reported on Wednesday. Lagarde's term is due to end in October 2027 but some fear that t»»»

The EU is facing the deepest crisis in its history, with economic problems compounded by a lack of leadership and long-term vision in Brussels, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has warned. Fico made the remarks on Tuesday while speaking at a conference on affordable rental housing in country’s cap»»»

Doha, Qatar: The organising committee of the Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed bin Thani Qur’an Competition at the Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs has announced the registration of 2,848 male and female contestants for the Junior category (Baraim) in 2026 edition, marking the 31st edition of th»»»

Nando’s is marking the season with specially curated Ramadan sharing platters, bringing together its signature flame-grilled PERi-PERi flavours and generous portions designed for gatherings across Doha. Known for its bold Afro-Portuguese chicken and vibrant dining atmosphere, the popular restaurant»»»

Doha, Qatar: The sports competitions organised by Safari Group in connection with Qatar National Sports Day concluded with enthusiastic public participation. Hundreds of sports lovers took part in the events held across various Safari outlets on February 10th. The main attraction, the arm wrestling»»»

The 2026 SABIS STEAM Competition brought together the largest gathering of young innovators from across the SABIS Network, transforming an ordinary weekend into a vibrant showcase of creativity and future‑ready skills. With record participation, the event welcomed over 500 students from 21 schools »»»

Authorities have scrapped plans to lease the two main sand beaches on the tiny island of Ano Koufonissi to businesses that planned to set up sun loungers and umbrellas there, ending their free and unrestricted use by the public. The Finance Ministry, which is responsible for leasing Greece’s once p»»»

Tripoli Port reported yesterday that a joint technical team from the Libyan Ports Company’s head office and its Tripoli Port branch, led by technicians from the Turkish supplier, Portunus, begun assembling and installing the new Kone Crane-type grab, which recently arrived from head office. The por»»»

The European Commission said it is closely following a proposed amendment to Albania’s Criminal Procedure Code that would bar courts from suspending senior government officials from office. The draft changes, presented Feb. 16 by the ruling majority led by Prime Minister Edi Rama, seek to amend Art»»»

Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha, a landmark destination with nearly five decades of heritage, proudly announces its special offerings for the Holy Month of Ramadan. Blending tradition with refreshing new experiences, the hotel invites residents and visitors to celebrate through curated dining, staycations»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Press Center marked 15 years of the State’s National Sport Day with a panel discussion titled “National Sport Day: Results and Legacy,” held as part of its Press Club activities. The session reviewed the achievements of the initiative since its launch in 2011 and examined its»»»

Britain's annual ‌rate of consumer price inflation fell to 3.0% in January from 3.4% in December, official figures showed on Wednesday. A Reuters poll of economists had shown a median forecast of 3.0% in January and the Bank of England projected earlier this month that the headline measure of infla»»»

Feb. 18 (UPI) -- Adverse weather and high winds caused dozens of cars to crash on a southeastern Colorado highway, resulting in four deaths and sending at least 29 people to area hospitals, authorities said. The multi-car pileup occurred at about 10 a.m. MST Tuesday on Interstate 25 near Pueblo, Co»»»

As the Holy Month of Ramadan approaches, The Chedi Katara Hotel & Resort and La Marsa Restaurant are preparing to welcome guests to two of Doha’s most refined and memorable Ramadan destinations. Combining timeless hospitality, breathtaking settings, and exceptional culinary experiences, both venues»»»

Doha, Qatar: Weather inshore until 6pm on Wednesday will be misty to foggy at first, moderate in temperature daytime, and cold by night, the Department of Meteorology said in its daily weather report, warning of expected poor horizontal visibility at first. Offshore, the weather will be misty to fo»»»

US Special Presidential Envoy Steve Witkoff said Washington had made “meaningful progress” in negotiations on a potential Ukrainian settlement after a first day of trilateral talks in Geneva on February 17 involving US, Ukrainian and Russian representatives. »»»

A warning for hazardous weather conditions is in effect on Wednesday - an orange code (second degree) and a yellow code (first degree) for snowfall, as well as strong and gale-force winds across most of the country, according to the warning map published on the website of the National Institute of »»»

A message recently circulated among members of Albania’s opposition Democratic Party in the city of Berat describes lawmaker Ervin Salianji as “self-excluded” from the party and accuses him of cooperating with segments of organized crime. The message, shared within internal party groups, calls on l»»»

New York: Permanent Representative of the State of Qatar to the United Nations H E Sheikha Alya Ahmed bin Saif Al-Thani met with President of the 80th Session of the UN General Assembly H E Annalena Baerbock at the UN headquarters in New York. During the meeting, the President of the General Assemb»»»

Ambassador of Qatar to Sweden H E Nadia bint Ahmed Al Shaibi, took part in the meeting of Minister of Foreign Affairs of Sweden H E Maria Malmer Stenergard, with Their Excellencies the Ambassadors accredited to Sweden. The meeting discussed challenges facing women’s rights on the global stage, amid»»»

US Special Presidential Envoy Steve Witkoff said Washington had made “meaningful progress” in negotiations on a potential Ukrainian settlement after a first day of trilateral talks in Geneva on February 17 involving US, Ukrainian and Russian representatives. »»»

BEIJING (Sputnik) - China and the United States' commitment to exchanges and cooperation will endure no matter the shifting circumstances, Chinese President Xi Jinping said in a message to friends from the US state of Iowa. Earlier in the day, China Central Television reported that Xi sent congratu»»»

Gaza Strip witnessed a military escalation involving gunfire, artillery shelling, and an airstrike on Rafah, Khan Younis, and Gaza City. Reports indicate that Israeli military vehicles opened fire near the Morag crossing, north of Rafah in the southern Gaza Strip. Israeli enemy warplanes also launc»»»

The Saudi Aviation Club announced that it will organize the AERO Middle East x Sand & Fun 2026 in Riyadh from November 24 to 28, reported the Saudi Press Agency on Tuesday. The event is set to be the largest of its kind for general aviation in the Middle East, combining international business, inve»»»

Mandarin Oriental, Doha welcomes guests to embrace the spirit of the Holy Month of Ramadan with Baraha Ramadan Nights, a refined Iftar and Suhour experience set within the open-air surroundings of Barahat Msheireb. Designed for meaningful gatherings with family and friends, the experience offers a »»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Museums has announced revised operating hours for the Holy Month of Ramadan, introducing a split schedule across its network of museums, galleries, and cultural institutions. Under the updated timetable, all its museums, galleries, and institutions will open from Saturday to Thur»»»