Red fog alert covers six Eastern Province areas, with visibility falling to 1km or less Dubai: Heavy thunderstorms, flash-flood risks and dense fog are forecast across parts of Saudi Arabia on Sunday, with the National Center for Meteorology issuing severe-weather warnings for several regions. Mode»»»

London: British police in western England on Sunday declared a major incident and evacuated properties near a base used by the US air force after arresting several men on suspicion of explosives offences. Army bomb disposal experts were "currently examining a number of vehicles", Gloucestershire Po»»»

On Saturday, at the Szolnok stop of his national tour, Péter Magyar emphasized the importance of national unity. The prime minister spoke about the introduction of a wealth tax, the reinstatement of the flat-rate small business tax (KATA), and accountability, announced a ten-billion-forint waiting »»»

TUNIS, Sept. 27, 2026 (TAP) - The weather on Sunday is partly cloudy over most regions, getting very cloudy in far south-east with scattered and temporarily stormy showers, according to forecasts from the National Institute of Meteorology (INM).The...»»»

Men held under Explosives Act after vehicles examined near US air base Police have evacuated homes near a US air base in England and arrested several men over suspected explosives offenses. The Gloucestershire Police force says "a number of properties" are being evacuated in Whelford, western Engla»»»

Doha, Qatar: Skywatchers will witness Saturn appearing close to the Moon today, Sunday, September 27, 2026, at around 5:50pm. The Qatar House Calendar in a social media post said the event will offer individuals an opportunity to observe the two celestial bodies together with the naked eye. The Moo»»»

New York, USA: Heavy rain and strong winds battered the northeastern United States on Sunday as an unusually powerful autumn storm intensified, leaving tens of thousands without power and US media reporting one person dead. New York, Boston and Philadelphia were all in the firing line of the "Nor'e»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Eat Spain, Drink Spain campaign continued its celebration of Spanish cuisine and products in Qatar with a special live cooking event held at LuLu Mall Giardino Pearl on September 23 at 6.30pm. The event was organised as part of the second edition of the Eat Spain, Drink Spain campa»»»

New York: One year on from its launch at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, the Global Autism Advocacy Coalition — founded by Qatar Foundation, Autism Speaks, and UNICEF, with support from the World Health Organization — has returned to the international stage with a growing m»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s handball team reached the semi-finals of the Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026 yesterday after beating Iran 31-25, while high jump star Mutaz Barshim will compete in the final today as he bids for another gold medal. Qatar, who are targeting their fourth straight gold, will take on»»»

Arab Finance: Middle East and North Africa’s (MENA) digital advertising market is expanding rapidly as businesses shift more of their customer acquisition and commerce activity online. The region’s digital ad spending reached $8.19 billion in 2025, up 17.8% year on year, according to IAB MENA, maki»»»

Doha, Qatar: The importance of young Muslims finding and being guided by their “compass”, and using technology to drive positive change, has been emphasized by thought leaders as the second edition of Qatar Foundation’s QIYADA conference came to a close. The two-day gathering at Multaqa (Education »»»

Thailand is used to wet weather and September is the peak of the rainy season Bangkok: Thousands of Bangkok residents awoke in shelters on Sunday after flooding triggered by days of heavy rain in the Thai capital inundated homes and roads, with some starting to dry out their homes and belongings. N»»»

It is often forgotten that the Houthi militia dominating the world’s headlines began life several decades ago as a local movement born in the mountains of Saada, in north-west Yemen. Armed mainly with grievances, they vied with the Yemeni government. As their animosity grew, so too did their arsena»»»

Saudi Arabia has taken precautionary measures amid the wider regional security situation The US-Iran conflict has entered another uncertain phase after US President Donald Trump rejected Iran’s proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days, while Washington steps up economic pressure on»»»

Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah see disrupted schedules amid wider international suspensions UAE passengers are advised to check their flight status before travelling to the airport on Sunday, with delays and schedule changes reported at Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah airports. Flydubai and Air Arabia have»»»

New York state governor said the storm was bearing down on New York City and Long Island New York: Heavy rain and strong winds battered the northeastern United States on Saturday as an unusually powerful autumn storm intensified, leaving tens of thousands without power and US media reporting one pe»»»

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Red and orange fog alerts have been issued as visibility drops across parts of Abu Dhabi Heavy fog has reduced visibility across parts of Abu Dhabi, prompting authorities to activate 80km/h speed limits on several major roads. The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) issued fog alerts covering the »»»

Al Sila could reach 45°C, with fog or mist possible over coastal and inland areas Abu Dhabi: Temperatures could reach 45°C in parts of the UAE on Sunday, with humid conditions expected to bring another chance of fog or mist overnight and early Monday, according to the National Centre of Meteorology»»»

Phnom Penh: Severe flooding across Cambodia has impacted more than 25,500 families, with at least 2,908 households forced to flee to higher ground, disaster management officials confirmed Saturday. Soth Kim Kolmony, spokesperson for the National Committee for Disaster Management (NCDM), said that 1»»»

Hanane Djoua Behind every rule of war is a human being it was written to protect: a child asleep in a family home, a patient in a hospital, a doctor trying to keep that patient alive, or a family deciding whether a warning means they should leave — and, if so, where they can safely go. Internationa»»»

Tribune News Network New York City, US Educators, researchers and innovators, and policy experts from Qatar Foundation have opened up global conversations designed to identify solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges, and shared perspectives from Qatar on building a more inclusive, resilie»»»

Tribune News Network New York City One year on from its launch at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, the Global Autism Advocacy Coalition – founded by Qatar Foundation, Autism Speaks, and UNICEF, with support from the World Health Organization – has returned to the internation»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Themes of resilience in the face of challenges, unlocking creativity, and how changing our behaviours can have broader impact on the world were placed in the spotlight for young Muslims to discuss and reflect on during the first day of Qatar Foundation’s QIYADA conference.»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Faith, identity, leadership and the challenges of today’s ever-shifting world have been explored by over 1,300 young Muslims from across Qatar alongside scholars, educators, thought leaders and other inspiring voices at the second edition of Qatar Foundation’s QIYADA confe»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Young Muslims from across Qatar, on the second day of Qatar Foundation’s QIYADA conference, were urged to avoid being distracted by “the little things in life” and to instead search “for what other people are not looking for” to become true leaders. Over 1,300 Muslim youth»»»

New York: Qatar Foundation (QF) showcased its role in enriching international discussions on education, global health, youth leadership, sustainability, and Artificial Intelligence during its participation in a series of events and conversations held on the sidelines of the 81st session of the Unit»»»

Talks focus on strengthening bilateral ties and future partnership opportunities UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received Saida Mirziyoyeva, Head of the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan. During the meeting, she conveyed the greetings »»»

BANGKOK: The Embassy of the State of Qatar in Bangkok has urged Qatari citizens in Thailand to exercise caution amid heavy rains and rising water levels. In a statement, the embassy called on citizens to adhere to instructions issued by local authorities and follow the latest updates on the weather»»»

Spain’s housing crunch intensifies after real estate rent hike ousts longtime resident Thousands of people marched through Madrid on Saturday to protest the eviction earlier this week of an 87-year-old woman from her lifelong home, calling for greater protection for tenants. Images of Maricarmen Ab»»»

Paris, France – Some 700,000 people are estimated to have packed the Champs-Élysées and Place de la Concorde in Paris on Saturday for Pope Leo XIV's open-air Mass, the high point of his first official visit to France. Scouts, nuns, families and curious onlookers told FRANCE 24 w»»»

Drivers face Dh800 fines and black points for unsafe behaviour during fog alert The UAE’s National Center of Meteorology (NCM) put out a fog alert this evening (Sep 26) Saturday, so if you are planning time on the roads, be careful. It tweeted: “There’s a chance of fog formation with a deterioratio»»»

Bangkok declares all 50 districts disaster zones after nearly 48 hours of heavy rain Abu Dhabi: The UAE mission in Bangkok has urged Emirati citizens in Thailand to exercise caution following heavy rainfall and widespread flooding in the Thai capital. “UAE citizens in the Kingdom of Thailand are ur»»»

Damascus, Sept. 26 (SANA) Manufacturers of children’s clothing participating in the Syriatex exhibition have stressed that the competitiveness of Syrian products in terms of quality, pricing and design diversity is enhancing their access to foreign markets, describing the event as an effective plat»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Embassy of Qatar in Thailand on Saturday urged Qatari citizens currently in the country to exercise caution amid heavy rainfall and the risk of flooding. Citing alerts issued by Thailand's meteorological authorities, the embassy said heavy rains could lead to rising water levels, f»»»

Indonesia prolongs hunt for victims after deadly Java Sea ferry sinking The death toll after a ferry sank in Indonesia's Java Sea almost two weeks ago has jumped to 64, an official said on Saturday, as rescuers extended the search for dozens still missing. The Virgo Transport 8 was carrying 213 pas»»»

Poland is unlikely to face a coal shortage this winter, provided weather conditions are not severe, according to the head of grid operator PSE. A mild, wet and windy winter could raise renewable generation and reduce coal use, while power plants have inventories or contracted deliveries. However, c»»»

Strait of Hormuz, regional conflict and travel curbs put Gulf on edge Hopes for a breakthrough in the Middle East war are hanging in the balance, with Iran waiting for Washington’s response to a proposal that could reopen the Strait of Hormuz, while fresh missile and drone attacks have kept neighbo»»»

Residents had warned of gas risks before deadly explosion in Plaka neighborhood Athens: Four American tourists visiting Greece were among six people confirmed dead Saturday after a blast brought down the small Athens residential building they had been staying in near the Acropolis, officials said. »»»

Return to Britain brings fresh start for Sussex children’s education Montreal: Prince Harry has said in a new interview that his children Archie and Lilibet are "happy" at their new school in England, after he and his wife Meghan reportedly moved the children to a different school for security reas»»»

EqualitySouth KoreaSouth Korea's gender pay gap grows as women get olderYousra DriouaA new report shows how in South Korea, women on average earn less and have fewer employment opportunities throughout their lives. https://p.dw.com/p/5NHhlCaregiving responsibilities still fall on women, pushing the»»»

Playa del Carmen, Mexico: A record-breaking El Nino will likely force the world's top chefs to rethink their menus ahead of droughts, floods and heatwaves upending global food systems. Ants are disappearing from the table in Brazil, one Danish chef is opting for cocoa-free chocolate and Japan is se»»»

UN Congress framework covers cybercrime, AI, organised crime and illicit finance The draft “Abu Dhabi Declaration” is among the key anticipated outcomes of the 15th United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice, which opened in Abu Dhabi today (Saturday). The draft comprises 18 a»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Meteorology Department has urged road users to exercise caution as relatively humid to humid weather conditions are expected across the country during the coming week. In a social media post on Saturday, September 26, 2026, the department said with mist and fog could develop »»»

The powerful El Nino now developing in the Pacific could cause hundreds of thousands of heat-related deaths worldwide, with developing countries projected to bear the heaviest toll, according to a new study. El Nino is a natural warming of the tropical Pacific that can disrupt weather around the wo»»»

Mumbai, India: Drought has hit three-quarters of India's richest state of Maharashtra, the government said on Saturday, after prolonged low rainfall in the region home to the megacity of Mumbai. The declaration in Maharashtra came after the national weather department forecast India would end its a»»»

German-Russian stage director and adviser to the Bolshoi Theatre’s CEO Hans-Joachim Fry called Russia’s cultural education system one of the best in the world, saying attempts to “cancel” Russian culture should end. “Russian President Vladimir Putin said that Russia’s system of musical and cultural»»»

Thailand’s capital Bangkok declared a flood disaster on Saturday after more than 300 millimetres of rain in less than 48 hours, leaving canals overflowing and streets submerged. “It’s like at my waist level now,” a local said. The governor has urged people not to panic, saying the situation is stab»»»

Prime Minister Nawaf Salam insisted at the U.N. on the need to "avert the vacuum" that would be caused by withdrawing the peacekeeping mission deployed in the country's south without a viable replacement. Under U.S. pressure, the U.N. Security Council decided last month to fix December as the end o»»»