US Energy Secretary Chris Wright landed in Venezuela on Tuesday ahead of a signing ceremony for a landmark oil deal between the US government and Venezuela. The deal would see the US create and control a private company that will hold 65 billion barrels in proven oil reserves. This agreem»»»

The British government’s plan to turn prison laundries and other unused spaces into cells will not solve the country’s jail overcrowding crisis, former MP Andrew Bridgen has told RT. The Ministry of Justice has fast-tracked £110 million ($149 million) from existing budgets for the conversions, sayi»»»

Manila’s AI ambitions hinge on skills, infrastructure and investment safeguards MANILA: The Philippines is positioning itself as an artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced technology hub in Southeast Asia, with billions of dollars in investment hinging on the US-led Pax Silica initiative. Donald »»»

Addis Ababa: Chinese and Ethiopian companies have agreed to expand coffee trade through forging closer industrial and supply chain partnerships and tapping into potential bilateral agreements, including China's zero-tariff treatment for African countries. On Tuesday, a trade promotion event involvi»»»

Hormuz showdown: 40 tankers move under US military protection as Iran launches drones The US military escorted up to 40 commercial vessels carrying about 18 million barrels of oil through the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday (September 1) — representing roughly 90% of a normal prewar day’s oil flow. It »»»

Share: Photo illustration President Trump suggested renaming the Strait of Hormuz after himself Wednesday. Here is the latest President Trump said Wednesday the U.S. was prepared to carry out more strikes on Iran “anytime we want” a day after American forces conducted a “very heavy attack” against »»»

Global leaders pressed to double down on climate action to avert disaster NEW YORK: Record heat waves, deadly flooding and extreme weather reflect an ever-warming planet poised to soon breach safe temperature limits, according to a UN report, but doubling down on climate action now could avoid a cl»»»

Bangkok: Thailand and Singapore agreed on Wednesday to elevate their strategic partnership at their first leaders' retreat in 11 years, pledging closer cooperation as the two countries prepare to take consecutive chairmanships of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). Thai Prime Minist»»»

Multiple people, including two police officers, have been shot in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota, triggering a massive law-enforcement response near the city’s convention center. The shooting unfolded on Wednesday afternoon in the area of 15 East Grant Street, according to city officials. The addr»»»

US President has said he is ready to hold another summit with Russian leader Washington DC: US President Donald Trump has said he is ready to hold another summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin, but only when Moscow is prepared to work towards a “peace deal” to end the ongoing war in Ukraine.»»»

Mexico City: Mexican authorities on Tuesday confirmed the arrest of a suspect in a car bomb attack attributed to the powerful Jalisco New Generation Cartel. The blast in Ojocaliente, in Zacatecas state, injured two police officers and eight civilians when it occurred overnight Sunday. Authorities s»»»

Intensifying El Nino drives extreme weather from Pacific cyclones to global impacts Two powerful hurricanes and a strengthening tropical storm on Wednesday were churning through the Pacific Ocean where waters were being warmed by a historically strong El Nino climate episode. Furthest west is Hurri»»»

Khaled Al Hameidi Doha From one of the region’s earliest specialised labour courts to modern dispute-resolution mechanisms, Qatar has built a legal framework that has evolved alongside its economy, workforce and national institutions, according to experts. Labour disputes have accompanied the devel»»»

In an interview with FRANCE 24, Israel's Minister of Foreign Affairs Gideon Sa’ar addressed the resumption in fighting between the US and Iran, and warned that any Iranian attack on Israel would trigger a "severe" response. He also accused Tehran of continuing to pursue "nuclear weapons aspirations»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Career Development Centre (QCDC), founded by Qatar Foundation (QF), concluded “Career Counsellors Hub 2026,” held on September 1 and 2 in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE), US Embassy Doha and Qatar Foundation Higher Education,»»»

Tribune News Network Doha The first days and weeks of a new school year can be a significant adjustment for any child. But for children with autism, changes in routine, sensory demands and social expectations can feel particularly overwhelming. As the new term begins, gradual adjustments, predictab»»»

QNA Doha The final stage of the first Rofaqaa International Orphans Branch of the Sheikh Jassim Bin Mohammed bin Thani Holy Quran Competition is underway in Doha, in cooperation with Qatar Charity at Imam Muhammad Bin Abdul Wahhab Mosque. The first edition features 30 contestants from eight countri»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Al Ahli and Qatar SC will kick off the third round of the Doha Bank Stars League (DBSL) at the Al Thumama Stadium at 5pm on Thursday, searching for their maiden wins of the season. Both teams will go into the match aiming for first three points, given their similar start t»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Football fans embody club loyalty that no boardroom can manufacture. But as global capital reshapes the world’s most-watched sport, who it belongs to is increasingly contested. This question is at the heart of Qatar Foundation’s latest Doha Debates town hall, “Football fan»»»

Tribune News Network Doha With the support of generous donors, Qatar Charity (QC) has delivered urgent humanitarian assistance to families affected by the recent flash floods along the Trishuli River corridor in Nepal. The aid included 30 metric tons of essential food supplies, along with hygiene a»»»

Libreville, Gabon: Gabon captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has announced that he is stepping back from the national team, saying he felt "humiliated" by his exclusion and subsequent reinstatement after the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. The top scorer in the history of the Panthers was sing»»»

Satyendra Pathak DOHA New Balance is set to celebrate the opening of its newest store at Villaggio Mall on September 3 with a first-of-its-kind fashion experience that will transform the mall’s iconic indoor canals into a floating runway. For the first time, gondolas will glide along Villaggio Mall»»»

QNA Doha Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani held separate telephone conversations on Wednesday with ministers of Lebanon, Türkiye and Egypt, focusing on regional developments and diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions. The calls»»»

Tribune News Network Doha The second edition of Qatar Event Show 2026 (QES 2026) continued for its second day at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre (DECC) bringing together industry leaders, experts and companies from across the events, exhibitions, conferences and entertainment sectors. The»»»

Tribune News Network Doha As part of its humanitarian response to the health and food crisis in Gaza, Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has begun providing baby formula at a total cost of $426,000 to alleviate the suffering of Palestinian families who cannot find essential nutrition for their child»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Sidra Medicine, a member of Qatar Foundation and Aman Hospital have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to advance healthcare collaboration for patients and families in Qatar. The MoU marks the beginning of a wider collaboration between Sidra Medicine and Aman Hospi»»»

Minister of State for Foreign Affairs HE Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi on Wednesday met with Ambassador of Turkiye to Qatar HE Dr. Mehmet Mustafa Goksu on the occasion of the end of his tenure. The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs thanked the ambassador for his efforts in supporting and strength»»»

QNA Doha The World Health Organisation (WHO) has formally designated Hamad Medical Corporation’s (HMC) Employee Wellbeing and Wellness Section within the Human Resources Department as the world’s first WHO Collaborating Centre for employee wellbeing and Workplace Health. The designation is effectiv»»»

The attacks, he said, constituted a flagrant violation of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the countries concerned and a blatant breach of international law, the UN Charter and principles of good neighbourliness. The Cabinet affirmed Qatar’s full solidarity with the affected countries a»»»

Minister of Municipality HE Abdullah bin Hamad bin Abdullah Al Attiyah met with Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Qatar HE Saeed Abdullah Al Qamzi on Wednesday. During the meeting, they discussed ways to enhance cooperation between the two countries in areas of mutual interest. (QNA)»»»