Teenage sprint star Gout powers to 200m win in blistering 19.67sec
Sydney: Teenage sprint sensation Gout Gout ran a blistering 19.67 seconds to win the 200m at the Australian championships on Sunday, faster than Usain Bolt at the same age. Fellow Australian Aidan Murphy also cracked the 20-second mark, coming second in 19.88 -- the two quickest times of the year a»»»
'Our Life in the UAE' forum gets 31 million views
Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence and Chairman of the Board of the Watani Al Emarat Foundation, praised the pivotal role played by influencers, content creators, and podcasters in conveying the noble message of the “Our Life in the UAE” forum to audiences bo»»»
Patriarch Daniil Delivers Easter Sermon, Calls for Embracing the Grace of the Resurrection
Patriarch Daniil called on believers to "draw with full hands from the grace of the Resurrection" in his sermon during the Second Resurrection service at St Nedelya Cathedral in Sofia on Sunday. He said the joy of Christ's Resurrection continues to this day and recalled how Jesus appeared to His di»»»
Shura Council speaker meets ambassadors of Sudan, Senegal
DOHA: Speaker of the Shura Council HE Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim, on Sunday, met separately with Ambassador of the Republic of the Sudan to the State of Qatar HE Badr Al Din Abdullah Mohammed Ahmed, and Ambassador of the Republic of Senegal to the State of Qatar HE Cheikh Tidiane Sall. During th»»»
Shura Council speaker meets ambassadors of Sudan, Senegal
Doha, Qatar: Speaker of the Shura Council HE Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim, on Sunday April 12, 2026, met separately with Ambassador of the Republic of The Sudan to the State of Qatar, HE Badr Al Din Abdullah Mohammed Ahmed and Ambassador of the Republic of Senegal to the State of Qatar, HE Cheikh »»»
Man to be deported after secretly filming woman and issuing threats
Dubai: A man who owns a shipping company will be deported after being convicted of secretly filming a woman and threatening to publish the footage. According to Emarat Al Youm, the woman had initially dealt with the man to arrange the shipment of personal belongings to her home country. Their relat»»»
Sultanate of Oman offers five new oil, gas concession areas
Muscat, Oman: The Ministry of Energy and Minerals of the Sultanate of Oman announced the offering of five concession areas in the oil and gas sector on April 12, 2026, for competition among local and international petroleum companies. This comes as part of its efforts to enhance the optimal utiliza»»»
Finance Minister: New public-private partnership projects
The government is working to offer more attractive economic opportunities to boost investment inflows, with over 20 new projects planned under the public-private partnership (PPP) system, Finance Minister Ahmed Kouchouk said on Sunday, April 12, 2026. In statements, Kouchouk affirmed that the gover»»»
Sharjah moves to upgrade malls, back SMEs and lift retail appeal
Dubai: Sharjah is stepping up efforts to strengthen its retail ecosystem, with the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry holding talks with shopping mall operators to improve service standards, support SMEs and raise the sector’s investment appeal. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheq»»»
QNA Launches training course on video filming, montage
Doha, Qatar: Qatar News Agency (QNA) launched on Sunday April 12, 2026, a five-day training course on video filming and montage, as part of QNA Training Center's 2026 training plan, with the participation of media professionals from the agency and several government bodies. Represented by photograp»»»
‘Final offer’ vs ‘unreasonable demands’: What US, Iran, Israel and Pakistan said after talks
Dubai: If the 21-hour US–Iran talks revealed deep divisions at the negotiating table, the reactions that followed showed an equally sharp divide in how both sides see the path forward. From Washington, the message was firm. US Vice President JD Vance said the United States had made its position cle»»»
Al-Manar correspondent: Enemy warplanes attacked the town of Nabatieh al-Fawqa in southern Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent: Enemy warplanes attacked the town of Nabatieh al-Fawqa in southern Lebanon 12-04-2026 13:32 PM Latest News Urgent N»»»
Ghalibaf: We will not stop for a moment in our efforts to consolidate the achievements of the forty days of national defense for the Iranian people - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Ghalibaf: We will not stop for a moment in our efforts to consolidate the achievements of the forty days of national defense for the Irania»»»
Qalibaf: US Failed to Earn Trust in Islamabad Talks despite Iran’s Proposals - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Al-Manar correspondent: An Israeli airstrike targeted the town of Mashghara in the Western Bekaa - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Abu Dhabi shut cafeteria over repeated food safety violations
Abu Dhabi: A cafeteria in the capital has been ordered to shut down after repeated food safety violations, authorities said, citing risks to public health. The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) issued an administrative closure order against “Best and Gold Bait Karak Cafeteria»»»
How your old device can power a student’s education
Dubai: The Digital School’s “Donate Your Own Device 2.0” campaign has reached a major milestone, achieving 70% of its target in record time as it works toward collecting 100,000 used electronic devices to support students in underserved communities worldwide. Launched in August 2025 in collaboratio»»»
Economic Shock of Mideast War to Cast Shadow over IMF, World Bank Meetings
Top finance officials from around the world will convene in Washington this week under the shadow of the war in the Middle East, which has delivered a third major shock to the global economy after the COVID pandemic and Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Top International Monetary Fun»»»
ADX-listed companies hit Dh200bn profit, 98% compliance rate
Dubai: Companies listed on Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange reported combined net profits exceeding Dh200 billion for 2025, alongside a 98% compliance rate in audited financial disclosures, highlighting a market environment backed by strong governance and consistent investor engagement. Sign up for ou»»»
ADNOC Gas, Fertiglobe flagged top picks in Bernstein MENA call
Dubai: Bernstein has initiated coverage on the MENA energy sector with a bullish view on UAE-listed ADNOC Gas and Fertiglobe, naming both among its top investment picks and pointing to strong cashflow visibility, sovereign backing and disciplined capital structures. Sign up for our daily business n»»»
Saudi Energy Facilities, East-West Pipeline Affected by Attacks Recover and Restore Operational Capacity
The Saudi Ministry of Energy announced on Sunday the success of operational and technical efforts in restoring the full pumping capacity through the East-West pipeline, amounting to approximately seven million barrels per day, and recovering the affected volumes from the Manifa field production of »»»
Iran's Parliament Speaker Expresses Gratitude to Pakistan for Facilitating Negotiations
The speaker of the Islamic Republic of Iran's Parliament, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, has expressed deep gratitude to Pakistan for its role in facilitating negotiations, calling it a friendly and brotherly country. He extended his regards to the people of Pakistan for their support. Mohammad Bagher G»»»
Inside US–Iran talks: Why gaps persist and what comes next
Dubai: After 21 hours of negotiations stretching into the early hours, US–Iran talks did not so much fail as expose the scale of the challenge ahead — laying bare deep divisions over nuclear limits, regional power and control of the Strait of Hormuz. The outcome was not unexpected. Both sides enter»»»
UAE-backed DIAFA acquires Ivy, Annabel’s, Scott’s in ten-figure deal
Dubai: DIAFA, the Abu Dhabi-based luxury hospitality platform and an affiliate of International Holding Co., has completed a majority investment in Richard Caring’s restaurant and private members’ club portfolio, taking control of brands including The Ivy, Scott’s, Sexy Fish, Noema and Annabel’s, a»»»
Today’s most in-demand tech specializations: How does Tasklink provide them within an organized framework?
Doha, Qatar: As digital transformation accelerates, the need for technical expertise has expanded beyond the technology sector to encompass industries such as commerce, services, education, and healthcare. Companies are no longer searching for general technical talent, but for specific specializati»»»
Israeli Strikes Target ‘Joint Force’ Fighters in Gaza
Israeli strikes in the Gaza Strip have recently focused on targeting Palestinian faction fighters operating within what is known as the “joint force,” deployed near sensitive areas close to the so-called “yellow line,” Palestinian sources said. The force is tasked with preventing infiltration by Is»»»
Unsettled weather in UAE: Why you should avoid rainwater pools in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi: Authorities have urged the public to avoid approaching water pools formed by recent rainfall, warning of potential safety risks as unsettled weather continues across parts of the UAE. The Abu Dhabi Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Centre called on residents to refrain from engag»»»
Hungary election: which polls to trust and everything else you need to know
At 6AM, polling stations opened in Hungary and its high-stakes parliamentary elections began. Voters will decide whether, after 16 years of an increasingly authoritarian government, prime minister Viktor Orbán and his rightwing party, Fidesz, will stay in power, or the leader of the centre-right Ti»»»
UAE introduces microgrids across federal buildings, supports 2031 vision
The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure has announced the launch of a pioneering strategic project to implement microgrid systems in federal government buildings—marking a significant step in advancing the UAE’s approach to building a smart, flexible energy ecosystem capable of responding to chan»»»
How a failure in medical protocols led to a Dh100,000 Dubai court ruling
Dubai: A hospital in Dubai and a doctor have been ordered to compensate a couple after the loss of their unborn child, with a court awarding Dh100,000 in moral damages. The Court of First Instance found that, while it could not be definitively established that earlier intervention would have saved »»»
President Delivers Easter Message of "Hope, Peace, Love and Salvation in Turbulent Times"
Greeting Bulgarians with the traditional exclamation "Christ is risen!", President Iliana Iotova wrote on Facebook on Holy Sunday: "In the turbulent times in which we live, it is all the more necessary to follow the message of Christ's Resurrection: hope, peace, love and salvation." "Let the light »»»
RT’s essential guide to the Hungarian election
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban is facing the most serious threat to his power in decades, in an election that’s drawn in the EU, US, and Ukraine. RT explores the players, the stakes, and the dirty tricks shaping the Hungarian election. We’ve delved into the election in our ‘Battle for Hungar»»»
Asha Bhosle dies at 92: A look-back at the legendary icon's interview in Dubai
Dubai: “I love the people of Dubai… they work very hard and they party harder.” That was Asha Bhosle, wry, observant, and completely at ease, when I met her ahead of her concert in the city. It was such a perfect, unfiltered read of Dubai, delivered with that trademark glint in her eye. But my firs»»»
Saudi confirms recovery of energy facilities, East-West pipeline restored after attacks
Riyadh: The Ministry of Energy in Saudi Arabia announced on Sunday the successful operational and technical efforts in restoring full pumping capacity through the East-West pipeline, amounting to about 7 million barrels per day, and restoring the affected quantities of Manifa oil field production, »»»
How Dubai’s 726 new bus shelters are transforming daily commutes
Dubai: Dubai is accelerating its push towards smarter, more commuter-friendly mobility, with the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) completing 726 modern bus shelters across key areas of the emirate marking a major upgrade to everyday public transport experience. The project, which serves more tha»»»
How Pakistan’s solar boom became a geopolitical buffer
Driven by spiralling electricity tariffs, erratic supply, and policy uncertainty, Pakistan citizens — particularly the urban middle and upper classes — opted out of a failing electricity grid. What began as a private coping mechanism has, quite unexpectedly, evolved into a strategic national buffer»»»
Land transport activity surges 7.5% with over 3,000 transactions in Q1
Doha, Qatar: Demonstrating sustained momentum, Qatar’s land transport sector achieved a strong and positive performance in the first quarter (Q1) of 2026 with continued growth across key services and regulatory activities. In a post on its X platform yesterday, the Ministry of Transport (MoT) has r»»»
Hungarians vote in a key election that could unseat populist Prime Minister Orbán
Hungarians headed to the polls on Sunday in a pivotal parliamentary election that could end Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s 16-year grip on power, as the opposition led by Peter Magyar challenges his nationalist rule in a contest drawing scrutiny across Europe and backing for Orban from US President »»»
Qatar, Canada and Mexico 2026 Year of Culture marks 100 days
Doha, Qatar: In just over three months, the Years of Culture partnership with Canada and Mexico has already begun to demonstrate the value of sustained cultural dialogue, setting the tone for a year rooted in discovery, mutual understanding, and human connection. Years of Culture Adviser on Latin A»»»
QU hosts awareness session on varsity’s strategic positioning towards 2050
Doha, Qatar: Qatar University (QU) organised an awareness session titled, ‘Qatar University Strategic Positioning 2050’ with the participation of the university’s leadership, faculty members, and administrative staff. The session aimed to present the university’s major strategic directions and enha»»»
No deal after 21 hours of talks: Why US-Iran marathon negotiations collapsed in Pakistan
The United States and Iran failed to reach a deal after marathon negotiations in Islamabad, with Washington insisting Tehran would not give the required commitment to abandon the pursuit of a nuclear weapon. The breakdown leaves the fragile two-week ceasefire in uncertainty. US Vice President JD Va»»»
Prime Minister Calls for Kindness and Unity in Easter Message
In an Easter video message on his Facebook page, caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gurov said: "Let the Resurrection enter our homes, our thoughts, and those empty places we do not know how to fill. Let it remind us that it makes sense to be together, even when we are different. That it makes sense t»»»
PHCC, Qatar University expand partnership to advance clinical training
THE PENINSULA DOHA: The Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC) and Qatar University (QU) continue to strengthen their long-standing strategic partnership dedicated to developing a skilled, future-ready, and interprofessional health workforce for Qatar. Through this collaboration, PHCC health centre»»»
Türkiye rejects Netanyahu’s remarks on Erdogan
Ankara, April 12 (SANA) Türkiye’s Foreign Ministry on Sunday rejected remarks by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu targeting President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, saying they reflect “resentment” over Ankara’s positions and criticism of Israeli policies. In a statement, the ministry described the»»»
China Says it Will Resume Some Ties with Taiwan Including More Direct Flights
China said Sunday it would resume some ties it had suspended with Taiwan such as direct flights to cities across China and imports of Taiwanese aquaculture products as the island's opposition party leader concludes her visit. The Taiwan Work Office under China's Communist Party issued a statement s»»»
Footage reveals Iranian strikes on Qatar, shows hits on energy and civilian areas
Doha, Qatar: The investigative programme “Ma Khafi Azam” (The Hidden is More Immense) on Al Jazeera on Friday revealed unprecedented details about the Iranian aerial attacks targeting Qatar, presenting footage capturing critical moments of the military escalation that followed the outbreak of war. »»»
Kahramaa’s BeSolar service boosts Qatar’s shift to renewable energy
Doha, Qatar: The Qatar General Electricity and Water Corporation (Kahramaa) has highlighted the growing role of its “BeSolar” service in accelerating the country’s transition toward renewable energy, supporting both environmental sustainability and economic efficiency. In a recent post on the X, Ka»»»
Qatar strengthens public awareness of digital identity protection amid rising cyber threats
Doha, Qatar: As cyber risks grow in scale, Qatar is intensifying efforts to raise public awareness around digital identity protection, placing greater emphasis on equipping individuals with the knowledge and practical tools needed to safeguard personal information and navigate an increasingly compl»»»
The Iran war brought Russia both opportunity and risk
The strategy of providing limited support to Iran while maintaining an indirect role in the US-Israeli war seemed to have paid off for Moscow. Yet, despite all the short-term benefits Russia derived from instability in the Middle East, from a strategic planning perspective, an extended war in Iran »»»
Fitch downgrades outlook on Turkey as war impacts drain FX reserves
Fitch Ratings late on April 10 downgraded its rating outlook on Turkey to Stable from Positive in response to a marked decline in central bank FX reserves in the face of economic impacts caused by the conflict in the Middle East. »»»