Campaign to clean-up beaches in November launched
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Municipality has announced a series of beach and island clean-up activities throughout November 2026, inviting members of the community to take part in efforts to protect Qatar’s coastal environment and promote environmental sustainability. The campaign, organised by th»»»
Al Jazeera launches a new ecosystem of news channels for Arabic-speaking audiences
Doha, Qatar: Al Jazeera Media Network yesterday launched a new ecosystem of news channels under the slogan “Now. Meaning. Humanity.” The launch forms part of a strategic transformation in response to rapid changes in how audiences consume news and media. It will give viewers a comprehensive perspec»»»
Arsenal end Anfield wait to go top with win over Liverpool
Liverpool: Arsenal moved to the top of the Premier League with their first win away to Liverpool in 14 years as Kai Havertz’s early strike secured a 1-0 victory for the Gunners. The defending champions were made to suffer after the German’s 16th-minute opener but held out for what could be a tellin»»»
Middle East war fallout pushes up euro zone inflation forecasts through 2027
Washington, Nov. 02 (SANA) Economists have raised their inflation forecasts for the euro zone in 2026 and 2027, warning that the fallout from the war in the Middle East could prolong price pressures by driving up energy, transport and production costs. According to CNN, a European Central Bank (ECB»»»
Allies Fear Trump Will Intensify Pressure on NATO in Case of Midterm Loss - Reports
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Representatives of NATO member states fear that US President Donald Trump could increase pressure on the alliance if the Republicans are defeated in the midterm elections, Western media reported, citing NATO diplomats. According to sources, NATO is concerned that if Congress limi»»»
School lecture series by Islamic Cultural Center draws hundreds
Doha, Qatar: The Sheikh Abdulla Bin Zaid Al Mahmoud Islamic Cultural Center hosted a lecture on brotherhood titled “Brotherhood: My Identity, My Initiative,” attended by 400 male and female students. The event was part of the center’s school visit programme, which was rolled out across 22 schools d»»»
Khalifa International Stadium marks 50 years since inauguration
Doha, Qatar: Aspire Zone Foundation celebrates the 50th anniversary of Khalifa International Stadium, one of Qatar’s most iconic sporting landmarks and a symbol of the nation’s remarkable sporting achievements and milestones, which have helped strengthen Qatar’s position on the regional and interna»»»
Over 290 athletes take part as Old Doha Port opens triathlon season
More than 290 athletes of all ages took part as Old Doha Port opened the 2026/2027 triathlon season with its swim, bike and run events. Abdulrahman Tantish claimed the overall Sprint title in 1:02:03, finishing 17 seconds ahead of Portugal’s Gonçalo Oliveira, while Anas Khalili won the men’s 16–19 »»»
Russia's FSB Thwarted Series of Terrorist Attacks Planned by Ukraine Using Bombs
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) said on Monday that it had thwarted a series of terrorist attacks planned by the Ukrainian special services using bombs in FPV goggles to control drones sent to the special military operation area. "The Federal Security Service of Russia»»»
Mozambique, Russia Work on Launching Direct Sea Freight - Minister
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Mozambique and Russia are working on launching a direct sea freight line, with a relevant memorandum expected to be signed in 2027, Mozambican Minister of Transport and Logistics Joao Jorge Matlombe told Sputnik. "It is not just possible, we are already working on it," the minist»»»
Abu Dhabi taxis go green as hybrid and electric fleet hits 99%
The milestone reflects Abu Dhabi's shift towards reduced reliance on fossil fuels Abu Dhabi has stepped up its transition towards a more sustainable transport system, with low-emission, hybrid and electric vehicles now accounting for approximately 99 per cent of the emirate’s total taxi fleet, whic»»»
India introduces new airfare rules: Will flight tickets get cheaper?
New rules allow temporary fare controls, but no permanent cap on airfares The Indian government will have the power to temporarily intervene in airline ticket prices from January 1, 2027, under new aviation rules. The move comes amid concerns over high airfares as crude oil and Aviation Turbine Fue»»»
Iran:Iran: Our Response to Fresh Aggression Could Extend bey...
By Staff, Agencies The spokesman for the Iranian Army Brigadier General Mohammad Akraminia warned that any renewed aggression against the country could trigger a response extending beyond the West Asia region. Akraminia further mentioned that the Armed Forces are now better prepared for confrontati»»»
Al-Jamaat wins Qatar Chess Cup title
Doha, Qatar: Khalid Al-Jamaat was crowned champion of the third edition of the Qatar Classic Chess Cup after topping the final standings with six points. Organised by the Qatar Chess Federation (QCF) at the Qatar Training Center, the tournament featured 22 male and female players competing over sev»»»
FIP World Cup: Hosts Qatar drawn with Portugal, Chile and Germany
Doha, Qatar: Hosts Qatar will face Portugal, Chile and Germany in Group C of the men’s competition at the FIP World Cup Qatar 2026, which gets under way today at the Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex in Doha. The group-stage draw, held yesterday, confirmed the path for all 32 national»»»
US-Israel-Iran war: What UAE residents need to know today, Nov. 2, 2026
Qatar mediates Hormuz reopening plan as war risks remain Oil prices remain elevated. Disruptions to Gulf shipments continue amid reports of attacks on commercial shipping in and around Hormuz Strait, and threats of military action. WTI crude fell 2.30% to $101.70, Brent dropped 2% to $111.20, and M»»»
Qatar, Syria discuss defence cooperation
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defence Affairs H E Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan bin Ali Al-Thani met Syrian Minister of Defence H E Major General Murhaf Abu Qasra, and his accompanying delegation during their visit to Qatar. The meeting discussed matters of mutual intere»»»
Qatar strengthens global contribution through candidacy for ITU Council membership for 2027-30
Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar is standing for election to the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Council from Region E (Asia and Australasia) for the 2027–2030 term, building on its longstanding partnership with ITU, its advanced telecommunications and Information and Communication Techn»»»
Lucescu targets victory as Al Sadd face Al Ahli Saudi in bid to revive campaign
Doha, Qatar: Al Sadd face a crucial test at Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium today when they host defending champions Al Ahli Saudi FC, with victory vital to reviving their AFC Champions League Elite campaign. Qatar’s main hope in the premier continental competition at the start of the campaign, Al Sadd ha»»»
‘Fables in Fashion 2026’ reimagines Wahy Al-Qalam through fashion and art at NMoQ
Doha, Qatar: Chairperson of Qatar Museums H E Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani opened the exhibition Fables in Fashion 2026 at the National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ) on October 25, in the presence of Minister of State and President of Qatar National Library H E Dr. Hamad bin Abdulazi»»»
Koreas:DPRK Condemns US-South Korea Military Drills, Warns o...
By Staff, Agencies The Democratic People’s Republic of Korea [DPRK] has strongly condemned ongoing joint military exercises between the United States and South Korea, describing them as preparations for a potential nuclear war against its territory and citing them as further justification for stren»»»
Oil giant Aramco takes 49% stake in Saudi tech company
Riyadh: Oil major Saudi Aramco said it was taking a 49 percent stake in state-backed AI company Humain on Sunday, injecting cash and assets as the tech firm tries to scale up to meet rising demand. The Public Investment Fund, the Saudi sovereign wealth fund driving economic diversification efforts,»»»
Saudi Civil Defense lifts alerts in four cities after aerial threat passes
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Civil Defense lifted warning alerts in Taif, Abha, Najran and Khamis Mushait on Monday after an aerial threat had passed, the agency said. The alerts had been issued as a precaution amid the threat.»»»
Prodigi Connect and Lokanima Partner to bring Fun Cican to animation
Video production company shows what its AI-native pipeline can deliver for brands Prodigi Connect, a Dubai-based AI video production company, has signed a memorandum of understanding with Lokanima, an Indonesian creative venture, to develop Fun Cican, an established children’s property built around»»»
Afghanistan asks US to act responsibly on deporting Afghan immigrants back home
The Afghan Taliban government asked the United States to act responsibly when deporting Afghan immigrants back home, the Afghan foreign ministry said on Monday, adding that Kabul was prepared to engage constructively with Washington on the issue.»»»
The US Pitches Restarting Russian Gas Flows to Europe Through Ukraine - Report
The Trump administration is hoping to use renewed energy trade as leverage to secure a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, reports the WSJ, citing US, European and Ukrainian officials.US envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff reportedly floated the proposal during visits to Russia and Ukraine in »»»
Democrats Look to Turn US Economic Discontent Into Midterm Votes
Economic issues facing Americans, including inflation and high gasoline prices, will be the Democratic Party’s main argument in its bid to win votes in the US midterms, said Anton Konev, a member of the Albany County Democratic Committee in New York State. “Against the backdrop of the economy, all »»»
Third Gulf Universities Championship wraps up at UDST
Doha, Qatar: The third edition of the Gulf Universities Championship (GUC) concluded at the University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST), crowning winners across four competitions and honouring them for the dedication, skill, and determination of participating student-athletes. UDST secured»»»
QSE listed companies report QR35bn net profit for Q3
Doha, Qatar: The net profits of companies listed on the Main Market of Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) for the first nine months of 2026 reached QR35bn compared to QR41bn for the same period last year, reflecting a decrease of 14.71%. A statement posted yesterday on QSE website said all companies listed»»»
6th World Conference on International Arbitration kicks off tomorrow
Doha, Qatar: The 6th World Conference on International Arbitration will kick off on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at Fairmont Doha. Organised by the Qatar International Centre for Conciliation and Arbitration (QICCA) at Qatar Chamber, the two-day conference is held under the patronage of H E Sheikh Mo»»»