Abu Dhabi: The 22nd Liwa Dates Festival showcased how heritage events can support food security, empower farmers and preserve the UAE’s agricultural heritage. Combining agricultural competitions, heritage activities, family entertainment, educational programmes and sustainability initiatives, this »»»

Ahmedabad: Investopia launched a new edition of the ‘Investopia Dialogues’ today in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, marking its fifth consecutive edition in India. The event brought together over 500 leaders, senior officials, investors, and entrepreneurs from the UAE and India. The dialogues aim to strengthen»»»

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s robotics industry is entering a new phase — one defined less by futuristic concepts than by practical deployment. While robots are often associated with science-fiction humanoids, the Kingdom’s focus is firmly on technologies that deliver measurable value. Drones, autonomous »»»

Albanian opposition lawmaker Gazment Bardhi was expelled from a parliamentary session on Thursday after throwing water toward Prime Minister Edi Rama during the voting on legislative proposals. The incident occurred as Parliament proceeded with votes on the day's agenda. Members of the opposition h»»»

DOHA: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) preserved more than QR7.9 million in consumers' financial rights during the first half of 2026, reflecting its continued efforts to strengthen consumer protection, improve complaint resolution, and enhance market oversight across Qatar. According t»»»

DOHA: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI), in cooperation with the Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA), organised a specialized workshop aimed at sharing knowledge in the field of competition protection, with the participation of experts and stakeholders from both entities. According»»»

RIYADH: The International Islamic Trade Finance Corp., a member of the Islamic Development Bank Group, has signed a $100 million financing agreement with Hamkorbank of Uzbekistan, marking the largest standalone Islamic trade finance deal granted to a bank based in the country. The ITFC explained th»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar General Electricity and Water Corporation (Kahramaa) has stressed the importance of adhering to approved technical requirements and specifications when carrying out electricity and water installations, emphasising that compliance is essential to ensuring the safe, reliable and ef»»»

SkipCash, one of Qatar's leading digital payments companies, today announced that it has secured a strategic investment from Qatar International Islamic Bank (QIIB), marking a significant milestone in the company's growth journey and reinforcing its long-term vision of building the next generation »»»

Doha: China has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting peace, stability and deeper defence cooperation with Qatar and the Gulf region as it marked the 99th anniversary of the founding of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA). Speaking at a reception commemorating the occasion yesterday, the Ch»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatari officials continue to play an increasingly influential role on football’s biggest stage, with the FIFA World Cup 2026 once again highlighting the country’s growing contribution beyond hosting major tournaments. From organising global events to shaping key areas of football admin»»»

Doha, Qatar: As part of Doha Bank’s strategic transformation journey, the Bank announced yesterday, the launch of a new corporate identity. The new identity reflects the Bank’s evolving position in the market, its forward-looking vision, and its commitment to delivering unmatched customer experienc»»»

Doha, Qatar: QNB Group, a leading financial institution in the Middle East and Africa, yesterday issued its Q2 2026 Strategic Progress Update, highlighting continued execution across innovation, sustainability, and institutional capability development across its international network. During the se»»»

Doha: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI), in collaboration with the Ministry of Social Development and Family (MSDF) and Qatar Tourism represented by Visit Qatar, has officially launched the second edition of the “Purple Saturday 2026” initiative. The campaign aims to further promote the »»»

Dubai: Emirates NBD expanded its loan book by Dh114 billion during the first half of 2026, taking gross lending to Dh771 billion after strong growth across its core markets and the consolidation of RBL Bank. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The Dubai-based lender report»»»

India’s passport ranking has fluctuated over the past two decades, reflecting changing global mobility trends, visa policies and diplomatic ties. In the latest Henley Passport Index 2026, India ranks 81st globally, with passport holders having access to 55 visa-free or visa-on-arrival destinations.»»»

Tribune News Network Doha As part of its efforts to improve public health and promote sustainable development in rural communities, Qatar Charity (QC) has completed a safe drinking water project in Nepal through the installation of six water purification plants in schools and healthcare facilities »»»

Spain midfielder Gavi doesn’t feel ‌Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes should be suspended for his postgame tirade following Spain’s 1-0 victory in ​Sunday’s World Cup final. Tensions were high after the match and Paredes had a hand in elevating them further. While players were mixing it up, Pare»»»

LONDON: Four Saudi crude tankers were forced to turn back on Tuesday after Yemen’s Houthi militia warned that any vessel calling at Saudi ports could be targeted “in any location within the operational reach of the Yemeni Armed Forces,” marking a sharp escalation in their Red Sea campaign. The thre»»»

CAIRO: ‌Egypt’s parliament approved four oil and gas exploration and development agreements on Wednesday, including a North Sinai project involving Franco-British independent producer Perenco. Egypt is looking to bolster domestic energy production that has struggled to keep pace with growing demand»»»

Madrid: Spain midfielder Gavi said on Wednesday that he did not believe Argentina's Leandro Paredes should be banned for his role in the incidents that followed Spain's 1-0 victory over Argentina in Sunday's World Cup final. As Spain's players began celebrating after the final whistle, Argentina de»»»

Bulgaria's Foreign Minister Velislava Petrova, Transport and Communications Minister Georgi Peev, European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos, and members of the European Commission (EC) President's cabinet Wednesday discussed initiatives to strengthen connectivity between the European Union (E»»»

A Mexican national serving a decades-long prison sentence for murdering a Michigan woman has filed a federal lawsuit against US President Donald Trump, seeking $75 million in damages, a public apology, and American citizenship after claiming his case was exploited for political gain. Brandon Ortiz-»»»

Dubai: A luxury off-plan apartment in Dubai has sold for Dh166.07 million, reflecting the sustained demand for ultra-prime homes in the emirate. According to data from the Dubai Land Department's Dubai REST application, the apartment is located in Jumeirah Second within the Aman Residences Dubai de»»»

Ukraine’s Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov and top army commander Oleksandr Syrsky were both sacked after none of the initiatives they backed helped turn the tide of the conflict in Ukraine’s favor, military expert Alexey Anpilogov tells Sputnik. Syrsky’s insistence in press ganging more Ukrainian»»»

1 of 5 | Newly sworn-in Sen. Darline Graham Nordone, the sister of late Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., participates in a ceremonial swearing in ceremony with Senate President Pro Tempore Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, and her husband, Larry Nordone, in the Old Senate Chamber at the U.S. Capitol in Washingto»»»

Doha, Qatar: It's time to make the most of your weekend as some of the best events and experiences happening across Qatar to keep you entertained are rounded up here. There are live entertainment, immersive attractions, interactive workshops and fun-filled family activities to explore this weekend.»»»

DUBAI: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan said on Wednesday that lasting regional stability can only be achieved through diplomacy and sustainable political solutions, not military force, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Speaking via video link at the 16th Gulf Research Forum in Cambri»»»

Bulgaria’s Parliament elected Plamen Tonchev as chairman of the State Agency for National Security (SANS), returning him to the post he previously held. His nomination was approved with 175 votes in favor, 34 against and 12 abstentions. Tonchev received support from 127 lawmakers from Progressive B»»»

RIYADH: Jordan and the US signed a reciprocal trade agreement that caps tariffs on exports from the Middle Eastern country at 10 percent and expands market access for both nations. According to the Jordan News Agency, also known as Petra, the deal was signed on July 21 in Washington by the country’»»»

Antoniu Panait, managing director of Vastint Romania, talked to BR about the shifting dynamics of the capital’s office market, highlighting their landmark 60,000 sqm fossil-fuel-free development, New Tales, and explaining why highly sustainable, mixed-use urban environments continue to outperform b»»»

An international team of researchers has sequenced the DNA of ancient Saka individuals buried at the Boz-Barmak cemetery in Kyrgyzstan, providing new insights into their ancestry, kinship, and social organization. The findings were published in the journal Scientific Reports. The study analyzed the»»»

Doha, Qatar: Government entities operating through Qatar’s integrated service centres have recorded a notable achievement, completing 46,786 services during June 2026, reflecting the continued momentum in enhancing public service delivery and supporting the objectives of the Third National Developm»»»

Share: In a statement, the Lebanese Presidency reported that U.S. President Donald Trump emphasized that Lebanon “has not been treated well and has been subjected to a great deal of mistreatment—despite being home to distinguished individuals, including professors, doctors, lawyers, and leading thi»»»

COTIGNAC, France: A fast-moving wildfire erupted Tuesday in southern France, forcing hundreds out of their homes as nearly 1,000 firefighters and water-bombing aircraft battled to stop the blaze. The fire swept through wooded hills in the Var region, burning 1,700 hectares (4,200 acres) in just a f»»»

Members of the Pakistani community in Qatar gathered to pay heartfelt tribute to the late Father Amir His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, honouring his legacy and contributions to Qatar’s transformation and development. The condolence and tribute gathering, organised at the TNG Al Wakra»»»

The UN refugee agency said Tuesday that 144 people were reported dead or missing following "tragic maritime incidents" off the coast of Mauritania last week. Two children who were brought safely ashore from one of the sinking boats had lost all of their families during the journey from Gambia. The »»»

Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, received Dr. Badr Abdelatty, Egypt's Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Egyptian Expatriates. During the meeting, held in Abu Dhabi, the two sides discussed developments i»»»

The Commercial International Bank (CIB) reported a resilient financial performance for the first half (H1) of 2026, posting consolidated net profit of EGP 39.3bn, or EGP 10.2 per share, up 18% from the same period last year, despite heightened geopolitical tensions and global economic uncertainty d»»»

Dubai: Dubai Police handled more than 1.3 million calls through its Command-and-Control Centre during the second quarter of 2026, while achieving a 99.8 per cent compliance rate in answering emergency calls within 10 seconds, significantly surpassing its target of 97 per cent. The force also record»»»

MAKKAH: As Saudi Arabia continues to accelerate its efforts to diversify its economy and boost non-oil exports, Madinah Dates Season, which began on Monday, provides a platform that combines the Kingdom’s rich agricultural heritage with modern investment opportunities. Held under the patronage of P»»»

New York, July 21 (SANA) The UN Security Council on Tuesday held a briefing on Syria’s political and humanitarian developments, with Syria’s Permanent Representative Ibrahim Olabi saying the country was moving from war and destruction toward institutional recovery, transitional justice and a more a»»»

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s AI-native startups are outperforming global and regional peers in strategic execution and commercial growth, according to a report released by Amazon Web Services on Tuesday, highlighting the Kingdom’s push to become a global technology hub under Vision 2030. The report, titl»»»

RIYADH: The Quality of Life Program, one of Saudi Vision 2030’s flagship initiatives, released its 2025 annual report, with the program contributing SR78 billion ($20.7 billion) to Saudi Arabia’s gross domestic product, exceeding its target, and generating SR20.5 billion in non-oil revenues. Khalid»»»

Central European economies are emerging as unexpected beneficiaries of the global artificial intelligence (AI) boom, with Poland and Hungary seeing rapid growth in exports linked to AI infrastructure as companies expand supply chains beyond traditional manufacturing. While the region is not a major»»»

After a week of chaos, scandal and protest, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy may sack the controversial military commander-in-chief Oleksandr Syrskyi and reportedly has acknowledged the effectiveness of ousted ex-Defence Minister Fedorov who has been offered an expanded national security rol»»»

Bulgaria has both the ambition and the potential to play a leading role in the debate on the technological future, Innovation and Digital Transformation Minister Ivan Vasilev said here on Tuesday, as quoted by his Ministry. He was speaking during a panel on artificial intelligence, innovation and d»»»

Dubai: More medicines, fresh food, horses and museum pieces will be able to move between France, Abu Dhabi and international markets after Etihad Cargo added a second weekly freighter service to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The addit»»»

Hungary’s Foreign Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Anita Orbán has outlined a packed week of political, economic and diplomatic developments, highlighting constitutional reforms, new government programmes and efforts to strengthen the country’s position within Central Europe. In a Facebook post r»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Interior (MoI) has urged travellers using the Abu Samra Border Crossing to complete pre-registration through the Metrash app before travelling, highlighting the service as an effective way to speed up border procedures, reduce congestion, and enhance the overall travel »»»