Thunderstorms, strong winds and high seas expected on Tuesday
DOHA: The Department of Meteorology has forecast partly cloudy to cloudy conditions with scattered rain and thunderstorms at times until 6pm on Tuesday, warning of thundery rain accompanied by strong winds. Inshore areas are expected to see southeasterly to northeasterly winds at 6–16 knots, gustin»»»
Bishkek to host Energy Expo Kyrgyzstan — SCO 2026 - | 24.KG
The international energy exhibition Energy Expo Kyrgyzstan — SCO 2026 will be held in Bishkek, the press service of the Ministry of Energy of Kyrgyzstan reported. The event will serve as a key industry platform for dialogue between the public sector and business, bringing together heads of relevant»»»
Iran strikes Kuwaiti oil tanker anchored off Dubai - UPI.com
A oil tanker anchored in Dubai waters was struck by an Iranian drone, causing material damage to the ship, officials said. Photo by Ali Haider/EPA March 31 (UPI) -- Iran struck a Kuwaiti oil tanker anchored off Dubai, officials said early Tuesday, as Tehran maintains its blockade of the Strait of H»»»
Khatam Al-Anbiya: Sustained Missile and Drone Strikes Continue, Targeting American Bases and Key Facilities in Tel Aviv
Khatam al-Anbiya Air Defense Headquarters announced that the powerful offensive by the Islamic Republic of Iran’s armed forces continues, targeting American bases and military and industrial facilities deep within the Zionist entity, asserting that it will persist until the “American and Zionist en»»»
India to begin world's biggest population count
New Delhi, India: India will launch the world's largest census on Wednesday, with more than three million officials to take part in a vast counting exercise over the next year. The South Asian nation, home to an estimated 1.4 billion people, faces mounting challenges in providing electricity, food »»»
Lebanon asks Ukraine embassy to hand over suspected Mossad agent
Lebanon has asked Ukraine's Beirut embassy to hand over a man taking refuge there who is suspected of working with Israel's Mossad spy agency, a senior security official and a Hezbollah source told AFP. Lebanon and Israel have officially been at war for decades, and Lebanese security services have »»»
Trump Prepared to End Operation Against Iran Without Opening Strait of Hormuz - Reports
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - US President Donald Trump told aides he is ready to end the operation against Iran even if the Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed, The Wall Street Journal newspaper reported, citing US administration officials. In recent days, Trump and his aides have concluded that the miss»»»
China emerges as Iran war safe haven
China is emerging as a safe haven for investors seeking refuge from the Iran war storm. The economy is stable with the manufacturing PMI index flat of up in March and the stock market is outperforming most other major mark»»»
China emerges as Iran war safe haven
China is emerging as a safe haven for investors seeking refuge from the Iran war storm. The economy is stable with the manufacturing PMI index flat of up in March and the stock market is outperforming most other major mark»»»
China emerges as Iran war safe haven
China is emerging as a safe haven for investors seeking refuge from the Iran war storm. The economy is stable with the manufacturing PMI index flat of up in March and the stock market is outperforming most other major mark»»»
China emerges as Iran war safe haven
China is emerging as a safe haven for investors seeking refuge from the Iran war storm. The economy is stable with the manufacturing PMI index flat of up in March and the stock market is outperforming most other major mark»»»
China emerges as Iran war safe haven
China is emerging as a safe haven for investors seeking refuge from the Iran war storm. The economy is stable with the manufacturing PMI index flat of up in March and the stock market is outperforming most other major mark»»»
China emerges as Iran war safe haven
China is emerging as a safe haven for investors seeking refuge from the Iran war storm. The economy is stable with the manufacturing PMI index flat of up in March and the stock market is outperforming most other major mark»»»
China emerges as Iran war safe haven
China is emerging as a safe haven for investors seeking refuge from the Iran war storm. The economy is stable with the manufacturing PMI index flat of up in March and the stock market is outperforming most other major mark»»»
China emerges as Iran war safe haven
China is emerging as a safe haven for investors seeking refuge from the Iran war storm. The economy is stable with the manufacturing PMI index flat of up in March and the stock market is outperforming most other major mark»»»
China emerges as Iran war safe haven
China is emerging as a safe haven for investors seeking refuge from the Iran war storm. The economy is stable with the manufacturing PMI index flat of up in March and the stock market is outperforming most other major mark»»»
China emerges as Iran war safe haven
China is emerging as a safe haven for investors seeking refuge from the Iran war storm. The economy is stable with the manufacturing PMI index flat of up in March and the stock market is outperforming most other major mark»»»
China emerges as Iran war safe haven
China is emerging as a safe haven for investors seeking refuge from the Iran war storm. The economy is stable with the manufacturing PMI index flat of up in March and the stock market is outperforming most other major mark»»»
China emerges as Iran war safe haven
China is emerging as a safe haven for investors seeking refuge from the Iran war storm. The economy is stable with the manufacturing PMI index flat of up in March and the stock market is outperforming most other major mark»»»
China emerges as Iran war safe haven
China is emerging as a safe haven for investors seeking refuge from the Iran war storm. The economy is stable with the manufacturing PMI index flat of up in March and the stock market is outperforming most other major mark»»»
China emerges as Iran war safe haven
China is emerging as a safe haven for investors seeking refuge from the Iran war storm. The economy is stable with the manufacturing PMI index flat of up in March and the stock market is outperforming most other major mark»»»
The First Canine Inducted into the Surfer’s Hall of Fame Dies
Sugar The Surfing Dog, the first canine inducted into the Surfer’s Hall of Fame, who spent her days outside the water comforting veterans as a dedicated therapy dog, died Monday after battling cancer. The 16-year-old rescue dog from Huntington Beach, California, who was a five-time dog surfing worl»»»
Israel says four soldiers killed in south Lebanon clashes
The Israeli military said on Tuesday four soldiers had been killed in combat in southern Lebanon as Hezbollah claimed attacks on troops in Ainata, Naqoura and Bayyada. A military statement named three soldiers from the same battalion who "fell during combat" and a separate statement said another so»»»
France seeks 'urgent' Security Council meeting on Lebanon peacekeepers
United Nations peacekeepers, who for decades have served as a buffer between Israel and Lebanon, have seen three of their comrades killed and several others wounded since the latest war erupted. The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon said two of its personnel were killed on Monday in a blast i»»»
Ukrainian Parliament Chairman Stefanchuk Welcomes Bulgarian National Assembly Chair Nazaryan in Kyiv
The Chairman of Ukraine's Verkhovna Rada [unicameral parliament], Ruslan Stefanchuk, welcomed the Chair of Bulgaria’s National Assembly, Raya Nazaryan, in Kyiv. She is set to participate in the the Second Bucha Summit in the Ukrainian capital, the Bulgarian National Assembly reported Tuesday. The f»»»
What drives the strong demand for Filipino workers in Norway
Dubai: Filipinos in Norway are emerging as a model diaspora community, known for their strong integration and high-value contributions, particularly in the maritime sector. During a visit to the Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO), Norway’s ambassador to the Philippines Christian Halaas Lyster h»»»
Asian economies scramble to find solutions to war's impact on oil markets
Iran continues to cut off the strait of Hormuz as it retaliates for the US and Israel's campaign against the Islamic Republic. The strategy has been effective as it piles pressure on the United States to the end the war, with global energy prices continuing to soar. Over 80% of oil and gas typicall»»»
Al-Attiyah Foundation study warns data centre boom is outpacing energy, water and infrastructure systems
Doha, Qatar: In its latest Sustainability Research Paper, the Al-Attiyah Foundation provides one of the first comprehensive analyses of the environmental, financial and systemic risks emerging from the rapid expansion of AI-driven data centres. As the global race to build artificial intelligence (A»»»
Aqarat takes legal action against several developers
Doha, Qatar: The Real Estate Regulatory Authority (Aqarat) has referred several real estate developers to the Public Prosecution for violating the provisions of Law No. (6) of 2014, as amended by Law No. (5) of 2023. These violations included failing to deliver units on schedule and conducting real»»»
On This Day, March 31: Eiffel Tower completed, dedicated - UPI.com
On March 31, 1889, the Eiffel Tower was dedicated in Paris in a ceremony presided over by its designer, Gustave Eiffel, during the Universal Exhibition of Arts and Manufacturers. 1 of 5 | The Eiffel Tower is illuminated in the colors of the French flag as a tribute to those killed in the recent ter»»»
Sirens sound in Tel Aviv, occupied Jerusalem, and central ‘Israel’ after missiles are launched from Iran - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Sirens sound in Tel Aviv, occupied Jerusalem, and central ‘Israel’ after missiles are launched from Iran 31-03-2026 09:45 AM Latest News Ur»»»
Israeli Enemy Army Admits Losses: Four Soldiers Killed in Southern Lebanon
Israeli occupation army announced on Tuesday four of its soldiers were killed and two others wounded during a clash with Hezbollah in southern Lebanon on Monday. Three of the slain soldiers were named while the fourth soldier’s name was set to be released later, Israeli media reported, citing the o»»»
Meta, Snapchat, TikTok and YouTube Aren’t Fully Complying with Child Account Ban, Australia Says
Australia’s online safety watchdog said Tuesday it was considering court against Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok and YouTube alleging they are not doing enough to keep Australian children younger than 16 off their platforms. Experts say the Australian courts could decide what steps the platfo»»»
Iran Executes Two More Convicted of Links to Banned Opposition
Iran executed two men on Tuesday convicted of membership in a banned opposition group and plotting to overthrow the Islamic republic, the judiciary said, a day after two others were hanged on similar charges. "Babak Alipour and Pouya Ghobadi... were executed by hanging on Tuesday after legal proced»»»
Hospital Costs in Bulgaria Surge 85% in Four Years, Hospital Association Warns
The average costs of hospitals in Bulgaria have risen by 85% between 2021 and 2025, according to new data released by the Bulgarian Hospital Association (BHA), highlighting mounting financial pressure across the healthcare sector. The figures, which cover multi-profile, university, and specialized »»»
Qatar, Belgium explore economic cooperation
Doha, Qatar: Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim bin Mohamed Al Thani, Chairman of the Qatar Chamber (QC), met yesterday in two separate meetings, H E Eugene Krens, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Belgium to the State of Qatar, and H E Pong Kok Tian, Ambassador of the Republic of Singapore to the State, in the »»»
Two Chinese container ships transited Strait of Hormuz on Monday: monitor
Two container vessels belonging to the Chinese shipping giant Cosco have successfully passed through the Strait of Hormuz as they have exited the Gulf, ship tracking data showed Tuesday. Shipping through the strait has slowed to a trickle in recent weeks as Iran has all but closed the crucial water»»»
After the Iran war, how fast could global trade recover?
TradeMiddle EastAfter the Iran war, how fast could global trade recover?Nik MartinThe Iran war could end soon or drag on for months. When the Strait of Hormuz is reopened, the true test will be how quickly energy, fertilizer and other supply chains can bounce back. https://p.dw.com/p/5B69iEven cont»»»
Ministry of Public Health issues safety guidelines for handling raw food products
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Public Health has released a set of food safety guidelines aimed at reducing health risks associated with handling and consuming raw poultry, meat and seafood. The guidelines published by the Ministry on X platform emphasise proper storage as a key step in maintaining f»»»
Qatar to chair GCC Interconnection Authority for next three years
Doha, Qatar: The Gulf Cooperation Council Interconnection Authority (GCCIA) announced that the State of Qatar will assume the chairmanship of its Board of Directors for the upcoming three-year term. The chairmanship will be led by President of the Qatar General Electricity & Water Corporation (Kahr»»»
Cars: Trade of motor vehicles, motorcycles in Romania down 21.4pct in January from December 2025
The volume of the turnover in Romania's trade of motor vehicles and motorcycles decreased in January 2026 from December 2025, 21.4% unadjusted, and 2.4% seasonally adjusted, according to data with the National Institute of Statistics (INS) published on Thursday.Thus, the total volume of the turnove»»»
Trade: Wholesale trade turnover declined in January 2026
Turnover in wholesale trade (except for the trade of motor vehicles and motorcycles) recorded declines both in gross series and in seasonally and business-day adjusted series in January this year compared with the same period in 2025, according to data published on Friday by the National Institute »»»
UAE announces petrol and diesel prices for April 2026
Dubai: The UAE Fuel Price Committee on Tuesday announced the retail prices for petrol and diesel for April 2026. Under the new rates, Super 98 petrol will cost Dh3.39 per litre, compared to Dh2.59 in March, while Special 95 petrol is priced at Dh3.28 per litre, compared to Dh2.48 last month. Get up»»»
Radev Slams Bulgaria-Ukraine Deal: “Focus on Elections and Prices, Not War”
The leader of “Progressive Bulgaria” and former President, Rumen Radev, reacted sharply to the signing of the 10-year security agreement between Bulgaria and Ukraine, criticizing the caretaker government led by Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov. The deal, which includes cooperation in the defense sector»»»
Gold Set for Worst Month in More Than 17 Years as US Rate-cut Hopes Fade
Gold prices rose on Tuesday on hopes of de-escalation in the Middle East conflict, but were poised for their worst month in more than 17 years as higher energy prices dimmed hopes for a US interest rate cut this year. Spot gold was up 1.1% at $4,561.68 per ounce, as of 0427 GMT. US gold futures for»»»
Rescuers Find 21 People on Raft Drifting in Indonesian Waters After Their Boat Sinks
Indonesian search teams rescued 21 people from a raft Tuesday morning, a day after their boat sank in rough seas. Everyone on board the ship was found safely, said Muhammad Rizal, who heads the search and rescue office in Palu city. Officials earlier reported that 27 people were missing, but surviv»»»
CCQ researchers attend Future of Education Conference at Oxford
Doha, Qatar: In a new academic achievement that highlights the growing global presence of Qatari research, the Community College of Qatar (CCQ) took part in the World Conference on Future of Education, hosted by the University of Oxford at the Saïd Business School. The College contributed through a»»»
Thieves steal paintings by Renoir, Cézanne and Matisse from a private museum in Italy
ROME: Thieves made off with three paintings by Renoir, Cézanne and Matisse worth millions of euros from a museum near the city of Parma in northern Italy, police said Monday. The heist took place on the night of March 22-23, with thieves forcing open the entrance door, police said. The three stolen»»»
Justice Minister chairs Attorney Admission Committee meeting
Doha, Qatar: The Attorney Admission Committee chaired by Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs H E Ibrahim bin Ali Al Mohannadi convened yesterday to discuss items on the agenda. Upon rounding out their training period, five new attorneys were sworn in before the committee, »»»
Education Minister inspects admission tests at Science and Technology School
Doha, Qatar: Minister of Education and Higher Education H E Lolwah bint Rashid bin Mohammed Al Khater has conducted an inspection visit to review the admission test process for enrolment in the Qatar Science and Technology School for Girls for the 2026–2027 academic year. During the visit, the Mini»»»