European allies are rushing warships and anti-drone defences to Cyprus after a British air base was hit on the island over the weekend. The small Eastern Mediterranean nation has found itself unexpectedly drawn into the aftermath of US-Israeli strikes on Iran. The UK has announced it is sending hel»»»

Tribune News Network Doha As part of its efforts to support livelihoods and enhance self-dependence for refugee families in Bangladesh, Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has distributed agricultural kits to 400 vulnerable and female-headed households. Implemented in cooperation with Bangladesh Red »»»

Tribune News Network Doha Ooredoo, Qatar’s leading telecommunications provider, has officially announced its 2026 Ramadan campaign under the theme ‘Experience Togetherness This Ramadan’. This year’s initiative focuses on bridging the gap between spiritual reflection and digital connection, providin»»»

With over 25 years of distinguished service in obstetrics and gynaecology, Dr Reeno Barg has established herself as a trusted name in women’s healthcare across Pakistan and Qatar. Her career reflects a rare combination of advanced clinical expertise and compassionate, patient-centered care. After c»»»

Ask anyone what they remember most about school, and rarely will they begin with a worksheet or a test score. They remember how a teacher made them feel. They remember the classroom where they felt safe enough to ask questions, or the subject they loved because they felt seen and encouraged. Long a»»»

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison testifies during a Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs oversight hearing in February. Ellison announced Monday that he's suing the federal government for withholding state Medicaid funds. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo March 3 (UPI) -»»»

Genie Godula is pleased to welcome Susan Marie Ossman, anthropologist, artist, historian, Associate Dean for Graduate Studies and Professor of Movements, Spaces and Cultural Practices Affiliationat NYU Abu Dhabi. As war rages in Iran and across the Middle East, Professor Ossman's classes have moved»»»

Slovenia has kicked off the 21st edition of its nationwide ‘40 Days without Alcohol’ campaign, inviting citizens across the country to take part in a collective pause from February 18 to April 4, 2026, and reflect on the role of alcohol in their lives. »»»

If you’ve been patiently waiting to see if your Big Ticket will win big this month, you are going to have to be patient a little longer. Big Ticket has postponed its live draw to tomorrow, out of an abundance of caution, it said on its social media channels as regional tensions continue. The big re»»»

Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, has directed that the salaries of Dubai Government employees be disbursed ahead of Eid Al Fitr, on 17 March, to enable staff to meet their families’ needs and sh»»»

The Romanian snack market is constantly evolving, supported by lifestyle changes and the integration of snacks into daily routines. The bars and tablets sub-segments are performing strongly, while wafers remain the only segment experiencing growth in both volume and value. Chocolate bars and tablet»»»

President of the World Bank Group, Ajay Banga, has visited a residential project under the presidential “Housing for All Egyptians” initiative in 10th of Ramadan City. During the tour, Banga inspected a model housing unit that has been delivered to beneficiaries and held extended discussions with s»»»

The Iranian-backed group Hezbollah has fired rockets from Lebanon into Israel for a second day while the Israeli military has sent troops into the south of the country, as Lebanon is dragged into the war between US, Israel and Iran. Israel has also carried out air strikes that have killed dozens of»»»

The original Braila flag, widely seen as the prototype for Bulgaria’s tricolour, went on display at the National Museum of Military History in Sofia, Deputy Director Deyana Kostova said in an interview for BTA on Tuesday. The relic, which rarely leaves the museum’s storage, was put on display speci»»»

Dubai: For many expatriates who have built their lives in the UAE, the past few days have been a reminder of how quickly normalcy can shift, but also of why they continue to feel safe in the country they call their second home. Despite the rising tensions in the wider region, following the conflict»»»

Dubai: Regional airspace disruptions have left thousands of travellers stranded across the Gulf, searching for accommodation while awaiting confirmation on when flights will resume. As of March 2, a limited number of services have gradually resumed. In the meantime, communities across the UAE have »»»

Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, announced that the UAE’s strategic stockpile of essential commodities is sufficient to meet market needs for a period ranging between four and six months, thereby ensuring the continued availability of basic goods and price stability even »»»

Dubai: Regional airspace disruptions have left thousands of travellers stranded across the Gulf, searching for accommodation while awaiting confirmation on when flights will resume. As of March 2, a limited number of services have gradually resumed. In the meantime, communities across the UAE have »»»

Dubai: As the spirit of Ramadan gathers communities together across the UAE, Landmark Leisure has announced the revival of its much-loved campaign to spread happiness among children in need. In partnership with the Emirates Red Crescent and the Islamic Affairs & Charitable Activities Department (IA»»»

Iran bid farewell to the victims of the deadly strike that targeted an elementary school in the southern Iranian province of Hormozgan during the latest US-Israeli aggression against the Islamic Republic. Grieving families and mourners filled the streets on Tuesday morning carrying small coffins an»»»

Abu Dhabi: The UAE has opened safe air corridors in coordination with Gulf countries, with a current handling capacity of 48 flights per hour, as part of measures to ensure continuity of economic and tourism activity amid ongoing regional developments, Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy»»»

Dubai: flydubai’s schedule has partially resumed on March 3, with limited flights operating from Terminals 2 and 3 at Dubai International Airport (DXB). The airline said it is prioritising customers who are affected by the disruption. “This is an evolving situation, which we continue to monitor clo»»»

Dubai: For a group of Indian students studying in the UAE right now, the past few days have been unlike anything they expected when they arrived here. Despite all of that, most of them want to stay. They feel safe. And they have no plans to leave. Ask any of them how they are coping, and the answer»»»

It is only day three of the new war between the United States, Israel and Iran. It is already a regional war, after Iran's decision to attack Arab states who are US allies as well as Iran's neighbours across the Gulf. The United Kingdom has dropped its refusal to allow the US to use its bases. The »»»

Dubai: As tensions rise across parts of the Middle East, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has advised overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) to “stay put” and prioritise safety while efforts to organise repatriation continue. In a briefing, Marcos has noted that the situation on the ground remai»»»

Washington: The United States has shut down several of its diplomatic missions across the Middle East and Gulf, and ordered non-essential staff and their families to leave some countries, amid ongoing regional military tensions. The US embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, was closed on Tuesday, with al»»»

WASHINGTON: The United States has shut down several of its diplomatic missions across the Middle East and Gulf, and ordered non-essential staff and their families to leave some countries, amid ongoing regional military tensions. The US embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, was closed on Tuesday, with al»»»

Dubai: Philippine schools overseas (PSOs) across the Middle East remain safe and operational despite escalating tensions involving Iran, according to the Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO). The assurance has been issued as several countries in the region have heightened security measures in res»»»

March 3 (UPI) -- Suspected Iranian drones have struck the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Defense said early Tuesday, as the United States orders all non-emergency personnel to evacuate Bahrain and Kuwait amid Tehran's continued retaliation strikes targeting U.S. assets and Israe»»»

Growth in Saudi Arabia's non-oil private sector slowed slightly in February, a survey showed on Tuesday, although demand remained strong. The seasonally adjusted Riyad Bank Saudi Arabia Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) slipped to a reading of 56.1 in February from January's 56.3, but remained well »»»

Iran's leaders are scrambling to replace Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who ruled the country for 37 years before he was killed in the surprise US and Israeli bombardment. It's only the second time since the 1979 revolution that a new supreme leader is being chosen. Potential candidates range from ha»»»

Dubai: Limited flight operations are gradually resuming at UAE airports, with the US-Israel war on Iran and the ensuing backlash entering its fourth day. However, authorities and airlines are urging passengers not to travel unless they have received direct confirmation from their airline. Access to»»»

Banda Aceh: Indonesia: A magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck off the Indonesian island of Sumatra on Tuesday, according to the US Geological Survey, rattling residents but causing no serious damage. The quake originated offshore from Sumatra's northeastern tip, authorities said, prompting people to fle»»»

Dubai: The United States Embassy in Riyadh was struck by two Iranian drones early Tuesday, sparking a small fire and causing minor damage, according to Saudi Arabia’s Defense Ministry. Images from the scene showed limited impact at the compound in the Saudi capital. The embassy announced it would r»»»

A memorial rally to show solidarity with the Iranian people was held in Bishkek near the Embassy of Iran. The event brought together Kyrgyz civil society activists who expressed their condolences to the families of those killed as a result of U.S. and Israeli military aggression. Around forty peopl»»»

Egypt's non-oil ‌private sector output contracted in February for the first time in four months, as demand softened and cost pressures intensified, S&P Global reported on Wednesday. The headline Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) fell to 48.9 in February from 49.8 in January, remaining below the 50.0»»»

A magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck off the Indonesian island of Sumatra on Tuesday, according to the US Geological Survey, rattling residents but causing no serious damage. The quake originated offshore from Sumatra's northeastern tip, authorities said, prompting people to flee outdoors in a region »»»

Doha, Qatar: The General Directorate of Endowments at the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening its partnership with the Qatar Autism Society to support children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and enhance their quality of life. The announcement wa»»»

Doha, Qatar: Citizens and residents throughout Qatar are exhibiting a strong adherence to the official safety directives issued by the Ministry of Interior (MoI), following guidance intended to safeguard lives and uphold public order amid evolving regional security developments. In a series of publ»»»

The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) issued a statement regarding the situation in the Islamic Republic of Iran. «SCO member states express serious concern over developments in the Middle East and the military strikes on Iranian territory. SCO member states consider the use of force unaccept»»»

Israel launched airstrikes across Lebanon after Hezbollah fired missiles and drones at northern Israel, following the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, marking the most serious escalation since the 2024 ceasefire.   »»»

Israel launched airstrikes across Lebanon after Hezbollah fired missiles and drones at northern Israel, following the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, marking the most serious escalation since the 2024 ceasefire.   »»»

Israel launched airstrikes across Lebanon after Hezbollah fired missiles and drones at northern Israel, following the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, marking the most serious escalation since the 2024 ceasefire.   »»»

Israel launched airstrikes across Lebanon after Hezbollah fired missiles and drones at northern Israel, following the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, marking the most serious escalation since the 2024 ceasefire.   »»»

Israel launched airstrikes across Lebanon after Hezbollah fired missiles and drones at northern Israel, following the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, marking the most serious escalation since the 2024 ceasefire.   »»»

Russia’s manufacturing PMI contracted for a ninth consecutive month in February, although the pace of decline softened further, according to S&P Global, as new orders showed signs of stabilising and inflationary pressures moderated after January’s VAT-driven spike. (chart) »»»

AMMAN — President of the Jordan and Amman Chambers of Industry (JCI) Fathi Jaghbir on Monday said that factories across the Kingdom are operating at full capacity to meet citizens’ needs despite the accelerating regional developments.In a statement, Jaghbir said coordination with the government rem»»»

An Iranian drone hit the runway of the UK's Akrotiri air force base overnight on Monday but caused "minimal" damage, officials said. Britain declined to take part in the US-Israeli strikes on Iran but later approved a US request to use its bases for "defensive actions", Britain's minister for »»»

First Lady Melania Trump presided over a United Nations Security Council meeting on children and education in conflict in New York on Monday, as the US continues its military action in Iran. Her remarks centred around the role of education for children in "advancing tolerance and world peace". It i»»»

DOHA: The State of Qatar expressed its heartfelt condolences and sincere sympathy to the sisterly State of Kuwait, its government and people, on the martyrdom of two members of its armed forces while performing their national duties. In a statement issued on Monday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs »»»