EU leader identifies main Ukraine warmongers
EU politicians, weapons manufacturers, and bankers are the three main groups pushing for the Ukraine conflict to continue, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has claimed. Speaking at an election campaign event in Szeged on Sunday, Orban reiterated his opposition to the EU’s approach to the confl»»»
ICBF honours winners of 11th Hajikka Memorial Essay Writing Competition
Tribune News Network Doha The Indian Community Benevolent Forum (ICBF) organised the prize distribution ceremony of the 11th Hajikka Memorial Essay Writing Competition, an annual event that celebrates the values of service and compassion championed by the late Hajikka, whose legacy continues to ins»»»
IWWO hosts second edition of ‘Quizz 2025’
Tribune News Network Doha The Indian Women’s Welfare Organization (IWWO) successfully hosted ‘Quizz – 2025’, the second edition of its women-exclusive quiz competition, on 12 December 2025 at the Savitribai Phule Pune University Auditorium in Doha. The event brought together 40 participants from va»»»
Qatar celebrates Doha Historical Dictionary of the Arabic Language as achievement in AI age
QNA Doha The Arab cultural scene on Monday witnessed an exceptional event marked by the celebration of the completion of the Doha Historical Dictionary of the Arabic Language, which is one of the largest linguistic projects in the Arab world and globally. The completion of the dictionary represents»»»
US uncertainty, global financial shifts drive gold surge: Experts
QNA Doha Gold and silver prices recorded unprecedented historic skyrocketing in Monday’s trading, with the yellow metal breaking the $4,400 per ounce barrier, driven by US economic data showing weakness in the labor market and a decline in inflation rates, further bolstering market bets on a Federa»»»
Shura Council praises success of FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025
QNA Doha The Shura Council on Monday praised the great success of the State of Qatar in hosting the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 tournament, which reflected the country’s capabilities in organizing important internationalevents and activities. The Shura Council’s regular weekly session on Monday chaire»»»
Qatar SKSSF Kasaragod District Committee to help 100 needy students
Tribune News Network Doha As part of the centenary celebrations of Samastha Kerala Jam’iyyathul Ulama, the Qatar SKSSF Kasaragod District Committee has launched a noble initiative to provide educational scholarships to 100 underprivileged students from socially and educationally backward sections o»»»
Awqaf gives a boost to Imams’ Qur’an recitation performance
QNA Doha The Ministry of Endowments (Awqaf) and Islamic Affairs, represented by the Department of Da’wah and Religious Guidance, launched the third “Asaneed” Programme for 2025-2026. The programme was launched in collaboration with the Mosques Department, with the participation of 50 Imams and Muez»»»
MoI organises UnifiedGulf Inmates Week 2025
Tribune News Network Doha The Ministry of Interior (MoI), represented by the Correctional and Rehabilitation Institutions Department, is organising the Unified Gulf Inmates Week 2025 under the slogan ‘Towards the Path of Reform’, from December 22 to 25. The week’s activities began with an opening c»»»
EAA Foundation volunteers visit Egypt to engage with local youth in service-learning programme
Tribune News Network Cairo Volunteers from the Education Above All (EAA) Foundation were in Cairo recently as part of the Egypt 2025 Volunteer Trip, where they engaged directly with youth beneficiaries from the EAA-supported “Green Visions & Thriving Futures: Empowering Youth for Sustainable Impact»»»
Ooredoo, Darktrace sign partnership agreement
Tribune News Network Doha Ooredoo, Qatar’s leading telecommunications and ICT provider, has announced the signing of a strategic partnership agreement with Darktrace, a global leader in AI-driven cybersecurity. The agreement was formalised during a dedicated signing ceremony attended by Thani Ali I»»»
Social, economic cost of excluding a single child from school is enormous: EAA COO
Ali Turki Al Subaie, Chief Operating Officer of the Education Above All (EAA) Foundation, has highlighted the organisation’s evolving journey in youth empowerment, reflecting on its key milestones, challenges, and future ambitions, in an exclusive interview with Qatar Tribune’s Khaled Al Hameidi. D»»»
QPHI to host Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health PPCR distance-learning programme site
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Precision Health Institute (QPHI) has entered into a strategic agreement with Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health to become a host site support centre for the Principles and Practice of Clinical Research (PPCR) distance-learning program, one of the most globall»»»
QU’s symposium seeks to promote sustainability in scientific research
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar University (QU), represented by its Central Laboratories Unit (CLU), organised the Green Analytical Chemistry Symposium bringing together a distinguished group of experts, researchers, and specialists to examine the role of green chemistry in transforming analytical »»»
Sofia Authorities See Positive Effects from Measures against Air Pollution
Sofia Municipality Monday reported a notable improvement in air quality following recent measures prompted by spiking air pollution, including the discounted Green Tickets” for public transport, that were launched for the first time in response to forecasts of high air pollution. Also, stricter enf»»»
Justice Department sues DC over block of semi-automatic guns
The Justice Department has sued Washington, DC, over its law banning residents from registering ownership of semi-automatic guns. Under DC law, all gun owners must register their weapons with local police. The nation's capital, though, bars the registration of AR-15 and other fast-loading guns, whi»»»
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RIYADH -- The Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Jassem Al-Budaiwi, affirmed on the GCC's firm positions and decisions regarding Iraq, and its support for ongoing efforts to achieve security and stability there, as outlined in the final communique issued by the GCC Supreme Cou»»»
Controllable lifestyle factors help keep the brain young - UPI.com
Researchers say that a range of controllable health factors may help people to keep their brains young. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News Think the good thoughts. Manage stress. Get your Zzzzzs. And build a strong social support system. Related Depression, anxiety increase heart disease risk thro»»»
MoI organises Unified Gulf Inmates Week 2025 under slogan "Towards the Path of Reform"
Doha: The Ministry of Interior (MOI), represented by the Correctional and Rehabilitation Institutions Department, is organising the Unified Gulf Inmates Week 2025 under the slogan "Towards the Path of Reform," from December 22 to 25. The week's activities began with an opening ceremony held at the »»»
Millions of DepEd workers to receive year-end incentives
Dubai: The Department of Education (DepEd) has commenced the distribution of year-end incentives to approximately one million employees nationwide following a directive from Philippines President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. The package, which includes various bonuses for both teaching and non-teaching »»»
Russia escalates attacks on key Ukrainian region of Odesa
Russia has intensified its strikes on the southern Ukrainian region of Odesa, causing widespread power cuts and threatening the region's maritime infrastructure. Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister Oleksiy Kuleba said Moscow was carrying out "systematic" attacks on the region. Last week, he warned that»»»
FIFA, Qatar Stars League and Qatar Football Association renew partnership aimed at developing domestic football
DOHA: As part of its efforts to make football truly global and enable more clubs, leagues and players from all around the world to compete at the highest level, FIFA has renewed its partnership with the Qatar Stars League (QSL) and the Qatar Football Association (QFA). FIFA President Gianni Infanti»»»
US pauses offshore wind projects over security concerns
The US is immediately pausing leases for offshore wind energy projects currently being built near the Atlantic coastline, citing security concerns. In a statement, the Department of the Interior said it was pausing five large-sale projects to look into how windmills could interfere with radar and c»»»
Ricky Martin feels right at home in Budapest: here's what we know about his secret concert - video
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CBS defends pulling 60 Minutes segment about Trump deportations
CBS News is facing scrutiny after pulling a segment from its flagship Sunday broadcast about the Trump administration's deportations of Venezuelan men to a detention centre in El Salvador. The last-minute decision by top editor Bari Weiss sparked widespread criticism, including from the CBS corresp»»»
Major incident declared over giant hole at canal
A major incident has been declared at a Shropshire canal where a giant hole has emerged, with boats left stricken in the cavity or teetering on the edge of the drop. The incident on a stretch of the Llangollen Canal in Whitchurch has been blamed by engineers on an "embankment failure", with its col»»»
Sofia Authorities Report Positive Effects from Measures against Air Pollution
Sofia Municipality Monday reported a notable improvement in air quality following recent measures prompted by spiking air pollution, including the discounted Green Tickets” for public transport, that were launched for the first time in response to forecasts of high air pollution. Also, stricter enf»»»
After el-Fasher: the trajectory of war in Sudan
In el-Fasher, the sky seemed to collapse upon the weary shoulders of a city long strangled by siege, as the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) flung open the gates of hell on 26 October, unleashing terror on those clinging to life like. The level of violence has reshaped the civil war in Sudan. Many now wo»»»
Egypt, Oman discuss establishing integrated industrial projects
Egypt and Oman have discussed ways to strengthen bilateral economic cooperation, with a focus on establishing integrated industrial projects, developing industrial zones, and enhancing maritime connectivity. Egypt’s Deputy Prime Minister for Industrial Development and Minister of Industry and Trans»»»
Egypt’s SCZONE signs $8m food production deal for Sokhna industrial zone
Pitcairn Food Industries has signed a contract to establish an $8 million (approximately EGP 400m) production facility in the Sokhna Industrial Zone, the Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZONE) said in a statement on Monday. The project, which will be located on 10,000 square metres within the Main Devel»»»
Denmark slams ‘completely unacceptable’ Trump move
Copenhagen has expressed outrage over US President Donald Trump’s announcement of a new special envoy to Greenland, an island under Danish sovereignty that the American leader previously suggested should become part of the United States. On Sunday, Trump stated on his Truth Social account that Loui»»»
Sharjah Charity steps up winter aid for Gaza
Sharjah Charity International has prepared 6,000 relief parcels to support families in the Gaza Strip as part of the UAE’s Operation Gallant Knight 3, aimed at alleviating the humanitarian impact of the ongoing crisis, particularly during the winter season. The aid includes 2,370 food parcels, 1,00»»»
Denmark summons U.S. ambassador after Trump names Greenland envoy - UPI.com
1 of 2 | Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry (L) speaks as President Donald Trump listens in the Roosevelt Room at the White House in Washington, D.C., on March 24. File Photo by Samuel Corum/UPI | License Photo Dec. 22 (UPI) -- Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen summoned the U.S. ambassador on Mo»»»
Sharjah steps up pest control campaign after heavy rains
Sharjah: Sharjah City Municipality has rolled out an extensive pest control campaign across the emirate following recent heavy rainfall and unstable weather conditions, as part of efforts to protect public health and prevent the spread of insects. Municipality teams have been deployed in several ar»»»
Bulgaria Reports 70% Fall in Migrant Pressure This Year as National Border Police Celebrates Professional Holiday
The Border Police General Directorate marked its professional holiday on Monday. On December 22, 1887, the first Border Guard Act was published in the State Gazette. During celebrations, the head of the Bulgarian Border Police, Chief Commissioner Anton Zlatanov, reported a 70% decrease in migrant p»»»
Turkish Foreign Minister Urges Kurds Not to Be Obstacle to Syria’s Stability
Visiting Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Monday urged Kurdish-led forces to integrate into Syria's army and not obstruct the country's stability, as the deadline for implementing a deal between Damascus and the Kurds approaches. Türkiye and Syria have developed close ties since the toppling»»»
Pakistan enhances efforts to promote quality education for better future minister
Islamabad: Pakistan's Minister of State for Federal Education and Professional Training Wajiha Qamar said that the country will enhance and improve quality education and professional training nationwide for students, especially from disadvantaged communities, for the country's better future. "Pakis»»»
Trump purges Biden-era diplomats in global recall – media
Washington is recalling more than two-dozen career diplomats from ambassadorial and other senior embassy posts worldwide, AP reported on Monday, citing US State Department sources. The move comes as part of a sweeping reshuffle under President Donald Trump’s revamped foreign policy. Since returning»»»
US economic consternation, structural global financial shifts behind skyrocketing gold prices: experts
Doha: Gold and silver prices recorded unprecedented historic skyrocketing in Monday's trading, with the yellow metal breaking the USD 4,400‑per‑ounce barrier, driven by US economic data showing weakness in the labor market and a decline in inflation rates, further bolstering market bets on a Federa»»»
Trump’s appointment of envoy to Greenland sparks new tension with Denmark
The leaders of Denmark and Greenland insisted Monday that the United States won’t take over Greenland and demanded respect for their territorial integrity after President Donald Trump announced the appointment of a special envoy to the semi-autonomous territory. Trump’s announcement on Sunday t»»»
Djuric: Serbian diplomats on first line of defence of country's interests
BELGRADE - Serbian FM Marko Djuric on Monday presented diplomas to participants of the Diplomatic Academy who have successfully completed its training programme, noting that the diplomatic profession put Serbian diplomats on the first line of defence of their country’s interests "every single day, »»»
Türkiye's Top Officials Visit Syria as Deadline for Kurdish Integration Looms
Türkiye's top diplomat and military and intelligence chiefs visited Syria on Monday as a deadline to implement a deal between authorities in Damascus and Kurdish-led forces in the country’s northeast looms. Appearing alongside his Syrian counterpart, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said the ta»»»
IENE Released the English Edition of its Latest Report on the Greek Energy Sector
IENE Released the English Edition of its Latest Report on the Greek Energy Sector - Institute of Energy for South-East Europe About UsMission and VisionBackgroundAnnual ReportArticles of AssociationBoard of GovernorsOrganizationExecutive CommitteeScientific CommitteesResearchInternational Advisory »»»
India among highest AI adopters globally
New Delhi: Around 62 per cent Indians are using GenAI at work regularly, whereas 90 per cent employers and 86 per cent employees believe that AI impacts productivity positively, a report showed on Monday. Also, 75 per cent employees and 72 per cent employers believe that GenAI enhances decision mak»»»
Want to Read More in 2026? Here's How to Revive Your Love of Books
People stop reading in adulthood for lots of reasons. But it’s never too late to turn the page on old habits and start again. Curling up with a good book can reduce stress, increase creativity and boost empathy. A recent analysis of US government data found that the percentage of Americans who read»»»
Saudi Arabia awards Pakistan’s army chief Asim Munir highest national honour
Islamabad: Saudi Arabia has awarded its highest national honour to Pakistan’s army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, during his visit to Riyadh, Pakistan’s military said Monday, underscoring deepening ties between the two countries, including cooperation on counterterrorism. Munir received the King »»»
UAE eases inter-emirate travel for foreign yachts
Dubai: Foreign yachts travelling between Abu Dhabi and Dubai will soon benefit from a simplified and unified set of procedures, under a new protocol aimed at making inter-emirate sailing smoother and faster. From January 2026, sailing permits issued by either emirate will be recognised by both auth»»»
EU to investigate Czech support for two new nuclear units
BRUSSELS, Dec 22 (KUNA) -- The European Commission announced on Monday that it has opened an in-depth investigation to assess whether the public support that the Czech Republic plans to grant for the construction and operation of two new nuclear units at the Dukovany site complies with European Uni»»»
India's nuclear expansion draws global interest – DW – 12/22/2025
PoliticsIndiaIndia's nuclear expansion draws global interestMurali Krishnan in New DelhiLandmark nuclear reform opens India's nuclear sector to foreign firms, aiming for massive growth, but critics highlight safety, oversight and supply chain gaps. https://p.dw.com/p/55oXLIndia is on track to meet »»»
Syria and Turkey discuss strengthening relations, SDF Integration, and ISIS threat
Damascus, Dec. 22 (SANA) In a joint press conference at the People’s Palace in Damascus, Syrian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani, addressed key issues discussed with the Turkish delegation, emphasizing efforts to enhance bilateral relations and the integration o»»»