Doha, Qatar: Al Sadd will return to Qatar Stars League action this week looking to maintain their perfect start when the top flight resumes after an international break of almost a month. Led by Romanian coach Razvan Lucescu, Al Sadd have been brilliant in their opening four matches, collecting 12 »»»

Doha, Qatar: Riyad Mahrez has arrived in Doha as Al Shamal close in on the signing of the experienced Algeria international, with the 35-year-old set to join the Qatar Stars League club on a free transfer. Mahrez arrived in Doha yesterday and is scheduled to undergo his medical at Aspetar today bef»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s 18-medal haul at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games reflected the country’s progress across a wider range of sports and provided an important step in the preparation for Doha 2030, Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) Secretary-General Jassim bin Rashid Al Buenain said yesterday. Al Bu»»»

Dubai Retail expands with Skylight Mall, a 1.3m sq ft destination by 2027 Dubai has unveiled Skylight Mall, a new super-regional shopping and lifestyle destination on Al Khail Road that is set to open in 2027. Dubai Retail, part of Dubai Holding Asset Management, announced the project, which will a»»»

Damascus, Oct. 6 (SANA) Syria welcomed Tuesday the International Partnership against Impunity for the Use of Chemical Weapons’ acceptance of its request to join the partnership, which it formally submitted in August 2026.In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates expressed its »»»

The presidential ticket of Iliana Iotova and Kiril Valchev is supported by 47.8% of those who say they will vote in the upcoming presidential election, while 24.6% would vote for Andrey Gurov and Georgi Kandev, making a runoff certain based on the expected voter turnout, according to a poll conduct»»»

Preparations to ensure the lawful and free conduct of the October 25, 2026 presidential elections are proceeding smoothly, the Interior Ministry said here on Tuesday. No significant activity related to the so-called vote buying has been detected so far. An operational headquarters is coordinating t»»»

London: Global oil stockpiles are “scarily thin” owing to the US-Iran war, Saudi Aramco’s chief executive Amin Nasser (pictured) said yesterday, days after G7 nations agreed to release more of their inventories to ease supply concerns. “The system is already straining,” Nasser, who leads a key oil »»»

Doha, Qatar: HSBC has been voted by the corporate community as #1 in Qatar for Cash Management (both overall and for technology) in the Euromoney Cash Management Survey 2026, reflecting strong client recognition of the bank’s cash management proposition and digital capabilities. HSBC was also named»»»

Doha, Qatar: The shares in Qatar’s stock market surged in yesterday’s trading as the Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) index rose around 100 points or 1.08 percent to close at 9,285.05 points. The index concluded Sunday’s trading at 9,185.43 points. During yesterday’s session the volume of shares traded s»»»

Doha, Qatar: As part of efforts to strengthen regional cooperation and support the readiness of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to address challenges in the evolving regional and global operating environment, the Qatar Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution and the Saudi Arabia Centr»»»

Doha, Qatar: President of the Federation of GCC Chambers (FGCCC) and Chairman of Qatar Chamber Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani chaired the Federation’s 69th Board meeting, held yesterday, in Bahrain, with the participation of GCC chamber heads, and Saleh bin Hamad Al Sharqi, the Sec»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Russian armed forces have hit the Parkovy, Ukrtelecom, Giga, Podolsky data centers in major Ukrainian cities used in the interests of the Ukrainian armed forces, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Tuesday. "The footage published by the Russian Defense Ministry shows data pr»»»

Three days of university guidance and career conversations helped families plan ahead Gulf News Edufair Dubai wrapped up its 11th edition after attracting more than 7,000 visitors over three days. The event saw a steady flow of students and parents exploring university and course options and seekin»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Center for Empowerment and Care of the Elderly (Ehsan) has launched a Quran competition for valued elderly, as part of its efforts to provide specialised religious, cultural and social programmes that enhance their quality of life and strengthen their active participation in societ»»»

On Tuesday, 24-karat gold continued to trade below Dh500 at Dh496.75 Dubai: Gold prices are on a downward trajectory as traders gauged the effect of a rising dollar and higher Treasury yields on the Fed's rate outlook. Spot gold hovered around $4,140 an ounce. The dollar came close to its strongest»»»

Humidity lingers in UAE as October weather transitions to cooler nights Abu Dhabi: The heavy humidity felt across parts of the UAE on Tuesday morning fits a familiar seasonal pattern: temperatures begin to fall overnight, but moisture remains abundant in the air, bringing uncomfortable conditions a»»»

Doha, Qatar: The second edition of the Quran and Human Knowledge Conference: Towards Sound Human Knowledge and the Book of the Ummah Writers Forum opened yesterday in Doha, bringing together researchers, academics and specialists from Qatar and abroad to examine the relationship between revelation »»»

Doha, Qatar: In a significant step towards enhancing the efficiency and accessibility of healthcare services in Qatar, Al-Ahli Hospital and Al Koot Insurance & Reinsurance Company have signed a strategic partnership agreement aimed at streamlining access to medical care for guests covered by Al Koo»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Cancer Society (QCS) has launched “It’s Time” campaign in conjunction with Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, as part of its ongoing efforts to raise awareness, promote early detection, and encourage healthy lifestyles that can help reduce breast cancer risk factors. Des»»»

Doha, Qatar: Birla Public School (BPS) emerged as the overall champion in the schools category at the Qatar Debate Open (British Parliamentary format) 2026–27, hosted by Qatar Debate at Georgetown University in Qatar on October 2 and 3, 2026. The two-day championship brought together 84 teams from »»»

Doha, Qatar: For Abdulrahman Al Jumaily, Director of Financial Operations & Accounting at Qatar Foundation and Social Representative of the HEC Paris, Doha Executive MBA Class of 2026, leadership is ultimately about the impact an individual creates beyond their immediate responsibilities. The Execu»»»

Doha, Qatar: Students from 12 girls’ primary schools nationwide took part in the inaugural Sports for All Athletics Championship, organised by the Qatar Sports for All Federation (QSFA) under the umbrella of the Ministry of Sports and Youth and hosted by Maymouna Bint Al Harith Primary School for G»»»

Seoul: Artificial intelligence may have been used in a string of cyberattacks targeting South Korea's financial sector, the president said Tuesday as police announced the launch of an investigation. More than seven financial institutions, including some of South Korea's biggest banks, have reported»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Embassy of Japan in Qatar, in collaboration with local cultural partners Geekdom and Nakama, successfully concluded the second edition of the Japan-Qatar Illustration Contest. The event culminated in a vibrant award ceremony held during “Geekend 2026,” honoring the winning illustra»»»

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Individuals and organizations were recognized at the inaugural “Thank You for the Good” awards ceremony, held at Sofia Live Club Monday evening. The initiative was organized by “Mailbox for Stories” and “House of Causes”. "Every day we hear about what is wrong, but in the course of these conversati»»»

Doha, Qatar: Senior officials and experts from more than 33 GCC, African and Arab countries convened in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, for the Second Doha Dialogue on Labour Mobility between Africa and the GCC+. The two-day gathering, being held on October 5-6, is focused on translating shared commitment»»»

Doha, Qatar: A new batch of experts took the legal oath yesterday at the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) to be registered in the Ministry's roster of experts accredited before the judicial authorities in the country, in accordance with the regulations stipulated in Law No. 16 of 2017 regulating expert wo»»»

Doha: During the race week in Singapore, Visit Qatar will bring The Garden Souq by Visit Qatar to Raffles Hotel Singapore from October 7 to 9, offering visitors an introduction to Qatar’s culture, cuisine and craftsmanship through an open-air experience on the hotel’s lawn. Delivered as part of Vis»»»

Doha, Qatar: With the message of promoting organic farming and living in harmony with nature, Safari, a leading hypermarket chain in Doha, has launched the ‘Go Green Grow Green’ promotion across all its outlets. The inauguration ceremony was conducted at Safari Mall, Abu Hamour by First Secretary, »»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Airways Privilege Club yesterday announced two limited-time offers, giving members travelling from Doha an enhanced opportunity to collect Qpoints and retain their current tier or restore their tier status. From October 5 to 10, 2026, Burgundy, Silver, Gold, and Platinum members »»»

UAE presidential adviser says strategic lesson from 1973 remains relevant to leaders today Dubai: Dr Anwar Mohammed Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President, marked the 53rd anniversary of the October 1973 War on Tuesday by highlighting late Egyptian President Anwar Sadat’s use of military »»»

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The competitiveness of Bulgaria and Southeast Europe in the new technological environment will be the focus of an international forum in Sofia bringing together representatives of government institutions and executives of companies operating in high-value-added sectors. Minister of Innovation and D»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Cultural Village Foundation – Katara yesterday launched the activities of World Space Week 2026 at the Al Thuraya Astronomical Dome (Building 41), drawing families, students and space enthusiasts for an engaging programme of interactive shows, films and educational workshops. The f»»»

Doha, Qatar: Vodafone Qatar and Al Meera Consumer Goods Company announced a new strategic partnership bringing together their loyalty programmes, iPoints and wafa, to give customers greater flexibility in how they use their rewards across telecom services and everyday shopping. As part of the partn»»»

Doha, Qatar: The University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) and Qatar Cool signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in student innovation, applied learning, research, professional development, and sustainability. The MoU was signed by UDST President, Dr. Salem »»»

WELLINGTON: The FlyDubai co-pilot who stabbed his captain in an alleged attempt to ​crash a plane last week was in New Zealand seven years ago to complete a portion of his flight training for a UK-based company, New Zealand police said in a statement on Tuesday. Police said the man was in New Zeala»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s advanced desalination infrastructure provides households with access to high-quality municipal water, yet bottled water remains a popular choice among residents. A new study by Qatar Environment and Energy Research Institute (QEERI) at Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) examin»»»

Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs H E Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani has praised teachers for their role in building minds, shaping generations and developing Qatar’s human capabilities, as the country marks World Teachers’ Day. In a post on X, the Pri»»»

Dhubab Airport captured, Yemeni forces eye further gains along Red Sea coast Yemeni government-aligned forces have reached Dhubab Airport, just 54km south of the strategic Red Sea port of Mocha. Local media have circulated footage purporting to show troops entering Mocha after apparent Houthi withd»»»

Paris, France: In optogenetics, scientists control neurones by stimulating them with light -- potentially unlocking breakthroughs for conditions such as dementia, depression and blindness. Three scientists won the Nobel medicine prize on Monday for their work in the field: US neurologist Karl Deiss»»»

Doha, Qatar: Doha will host the ninth edition of the World Investment Forum from 25 to 27 October 2026, held jointly by the State of Qatar and UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) under the theme “Investing in the Future.” The Forum will bring together high-level participants, including ministers and »»»

Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) H E Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani met with Syrian Minister of Emergency and Disaster Management H E Raed Al Saleh. During the meeting they discussed ways to develop cooperation in the fields of emergency re»»»

Doha, Qatar: The National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) convened its fifth Annual Cyber Governance and Assurance Conference, centred on the theme ‘Securing the Digital Future in an Era of Convergence,’ reaffirming its commitment to digital resilience and innovation. The event was attended by the Min»»»

SYDNEY: Australia’s conservative opposition vowed on Tuesday to implement the “largest cut to immigration” in the country’s history if it takes power. The Liberal-National party alliance has governed Australia for much of the postwar period but has slumped into third place in the opinion polls unde»»»

VENICE,: The opening in US theaters of the “NAZA” documentary, in which Israeli military insiders describe what they say was the reckless killing of civilians in Gaza, is likely to rekindle the searing debate over America’s military support for Israel ahead of congressional elections. Israel’s wart»»»

Motorists are facing long delays on Sharjah-Dubai routes and E311 this morning Dubai: Motorists in Dubai are facing slow-moving traffic on several major roads this Tuesday morning, October 6, as the rush hour coincides with early fog in parts of the emirate. Live traffic data shows heavy congestion»»»

Tokyo: In diligent, exhausted Japan, self-described elite "competitive sleepers" vied to lie down, relax and nap the fastest and deepest in a contest organised by a mattress company. The Tokyo competition, dubbed "Matt Race", saw dozens of participants fitted with sleep tracking devices sprawl on c»»»