Advanced microsurgical spine procedure at Aisha Bint Hamad Al Attiyah Hospital restores mobility to 56-year-old
Doha, Qatar: The Orthopedic Surgery team at HMC’s Aisha Bint Hamad Al Attiyah Hospital (AAH), successfully performed a precise microsurgical spinal canal decompression on a 56-year-old patient who had suffered for years from chronic pain and severe difficulty in movement due to spinal canal stenosi»»»
Kyrgyzstan and Turkey discuss development of industrial cooperation - | 24.KG
Kyrgyzstan’s Trade Representative in Turkey, Chingiz Esengul uulu, met with Orhan Aydin, Chairman of the Board of OSTİM, the Organized Industrial Zone of the Middle East Center for Industry and Trade. The press service of the Ministry of Economy reported. According to the press service, during the »»»
Former MP Kunduzbek Sulaimanov detained by SCNS officers - | 24.KG
The State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan (SCNS) reported the discovery of violations during the preparatory phase of Kambar-Ata-1 hydropower plant project as part of its anti-corruption efforts in the energy sector. Following investigative and operational activities, former Zhogorku »»»
Labour Minister chairs panel on workforce planning
Minister of Labour and Chair of the Workforce Planning Committee (WPC), H E Dr. Ali bin Smaikh Al Marri, chaired yesterday the Committee’s regular meeting, which discussed progress on initiatives and projects under the National Development Strategy for an effective and highly productive workforce. »»»
MoCI recalls FORD Taurus, Flex, Explorer, Mustang, Fusion and LINCOLN MKT, MKZ 2015- 2016 models
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI), in cooperation with Almana Motors Company, Qatar’s Ford and Lincoln, has announced the recall of Ford Taurus, Flex, Explorer, Mustang, Fusion and Lincoln MKT, MKZ 2015- 2016 models. The recall is due to the potential a blank or distorted im»»»
UAE launches ‘Basma 15’ initiative to bring Emirates ID services directly to schools
Dubai: The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP) has launched "Basma 15", a proactive government initiative aimed at simplifying identity services for students aged 15 and above by bringing key procedures directly to schools. Under the programme, specialised »»»
On International Bird Day, Ecologist Highlights Bird Poisoning as Major Issue in Bulgaria
Bird poisoning in Bulgaria is a major problem because it poses a serious risk, especially to populations of endangered species such as the Egyptian vulture and the cinereous vulture, Dimitar Gradinarov of the Bulgarian Society for the Protection of Birds (BSPB) told BTA in connection with recent ca»»»
Japan’s LNG diversification will not shield it against global price spikes
Despite government assurances that Japan is insulated from the direct impacts of a Strait of Hormuz closure, Tokyo remains painfully exposed to LNG price fluctuations. As it stands, Japan’s LNG import bill is poised to sur»»»
Japan’s LNG diversification will not shield it against global price spikes
Despite government assurances that Japan is insulated from the direct impacts of a Strait of Hormuz closure, Tokyo remains painfully exposed to LNG price fluctuations. As it stands, Japan’s LNG import bill is poised to sur»»»
Direct and remote technical hiring: A structured model for growing teams
Doha, Qatar: In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, companies are no longer focused solely on delivering a single technical project. Instead, they are building specialized teams capable of sustaining long-term growth and continuously developing systems and services. As organizations expand »»»
HMC honours staff from Qatar Foundation for Social Work over awareness initiative for social workers
Doha, Qatar: Hamad Medical Corporation’s (HMC) Corporate Social Service in collaboration with the Corporate Communications Department organised a ceremony honouring Qatar Foundation for Social Work (QSW) and its employees who participated in an initiative of awareness sessions for social workers at»»»
Al Rayyan, Al Wajba book final showdown
Doha, Qatar: Al Rayyan and Al Wajba booked their places in the final of the third edition of the Al Thumama Ramadan Football Tournament at the Al Furjan Stadium in Al Thumama. In the semi-finals, Al Rayyan defeated Al Shaab 4-0 while Al Wajba secured a 3-0 win over Al Raya Medical. Al Shaab and Al »»»
Es’hailSat, EgyptSat sign multi-year satellite capacity agreement for VSAT services
Doha: Es’hailSat, the Qatar Satellite Company, and EgyptSat have signed multi-year satellite capacity agreement for EgyptSat to provide VSAT services to their customer base located in Egypt and spread across the Middle East and North Africa region. This agreement follows from the partnership signed»»»
QSE listed firms net profit up 3.11% to QR53.331bn
Doha, Qatar: The net profit of the Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) listed firms saw strong growth as the companies witnessed a surge of 3.11 percent in last year reaching QR53.331bn compared to QR51.720bn in 2024. This was mainly driven by the impressive performance of services and consumer goods, insur»»»
QCB issues Government Ijara Sukuk worth QR3bn
Doha: Qatar Central Bank (QCB) issued yesterday Government Ijara Sukuk on behalf of the Ministry of Finance with a value amounting to QR3bn. According to QCB’s data, the maturity periods of the Sukuk varied as per the following details: QR1.5bn (an addition to an existing issuance) with a maturity »»»
Draw held for 2025-26 Qatar Amateur Cup
Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Football Association (QFA) held the draw for the Amateur Cup Championship 2025-26 season at the association’s headquarters on Monday, in the presence of representatives of the eight participating teams. Speaking at the occasion, Ibrahim Al Sulaiti, QFA's Deputy Director of Co»»»
Australia head to World Cup on a high after crushing Curacao 5-1
Melbourne, Australia: Watford striker Nestory Irankunda bagged a brace as Australia hammered fellow World Cup qualifier Curacao 5-1 yesterday in Melbourne, ensuring they head to North America on a high. It was the Socceroos final home game before the global showpiece in June-July, building on a 1-0»»»
Qatar set to take part in FIBA 3x3 Asia Cup in Singapore
Doha: The Qatar 3x3 national basketball team is preparing to participate in the upcoming FIBA 3x3 Asia Cup in Singapore from today. The tournament features elite men’s and women’s teams from across Asia. The championship will see notable Arab representation alongside Qatar, with Saudi Arabia and Ba»»»
MoEHE Undersecretary inspects schools to ensure safe return to in-person learning
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE) continued to intensify its field visits to public and private schools for the second consecutive day as students returned to their classrooms for in-person learning. These visits aim to monitor the progress of the educational proce»»»
Qatar’s Ambassador attends Somali President’s meeting with envoys
Mogadishu: Ambassador of Qatar to Somalia H E Dr. Abdullah bin Salem Al Nuaimi participated in a meeting of President of Somalia H E Dr. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud with Ambassadors accredited to Somalia. During the meeting, an urgent briefing was given on the latest political and security developments i»»»
Young Antelope Shot Dead at Vienna Zoo
Vienna's Schoenbrunn Zoo expressed outrage on Tuesday over the death of one of its blackbuck antelope, whose males are recognizable by their large twisted horns, which was shot dead by an unknown gunman. According to the zoo, the shot was fired from outside the enclosure overnight from Saturday to »»»
Qatar, EU review relations in transportation, and ways to boost cooperation
Doha, Qatar: Minister of Transport H E Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulla bin Mohammed Al Thani and the EU Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and Tourism H E Apostolos Tzitzikostas discussed bilateral cooperation and ways to enhance Qatar-EU relations in transportation, particularly in terms of utilis»»»
Sidra Medicine treats 10th patient with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Doha, Qatar: Sidra Medicine, a member of Qatar Foundation, has provided specialised treatment to a child from Egypt diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). Division Chief of Genetics and Genomic Medicine at Sidra Medicine, Professor Tawfeg Ben-Omran said, “Since announcing the extension o»»»
Al Annabi step up FIFA World Cup preparations
Doha, Qatar: Qatar players train during a camp at Aspire Academy as Al Annabi step up preparations for the FIFA World Cup, which starts on June 11. Head coach Julen Lopetegui has selected a 32-man squad as he looks to fine-tune preparations and identify the players who will represent the team at th»»»
PM of Libyan Government of National Unity meets Qatar's Ambassador
Prime Minister of the Government of National Unity of the State of Libya H E Abdul Hamid Dbeibeh met with Ambassador of Qatar to Libya H E Dr. Khalid Mohammed bin Zaben Al Dosari. During the meeting, they discussed cooperation between the two countries.»»»
Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra cancels April 5 & 11 concerts
Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra (QPO) has announced the cancellation of its scheduled concerts on April 5 and April 11, citing unforeseen circumstances. In a statement issued on their official social media accounts yesterday, the orchestra expressed regret over the decision but reassu»»»
Gulf News Edufair at 10: How it helps UAE students make the right career move
Choosing the right degree or career path has become increasingly complex. As industry demands change and new fields continue to emerge across technology, business and sustainability, students today face more options, and greater uncertainty, than ever before. This is where the 10th edition of Gulf »»»
Wolf Bites Woman in Shopping Area in Germany's 2nd-biggest City
A wolf bit a woman in a shopping area in Hamburg before it was pulled out of a lake in Germany’s second-biggest city, authorities said, in what is believed to be the first such attack since wolves returned to the country in 1998. The fire service said that the woman was taken to a Hamburg hospital »»»
Qatar eyes role in Middle East’s growing AI ecosystem
Doha, Qatar: As the Middle East accelerates its investments in artificial intelligence (AI), experts see the region, including Qatar, playing a growing role in shaping the next phase of AI infrastructure, enterprise deployment, and next-generation video technologies. Speaking to The Peninsula, mark»»»
Dubai Police alert: Why your next social media share could be a risk to public safety
Dubai: Dubai Police have issued an advisory to the public regarding the spread of inaccurate information, warning that relying on unverified sources can undermine community safety and stability. The reminder, shared via social media, highlights the risks associated with the rapid pace of modern com»»»
Syria Will Stay Out of Iran Conflict Unless It Faces Aggression, Sharaa Says from London
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa said on Tuesday that his country will stay out of the US-Israeli war against Iran unless Syria is subject to aggression and has no diplomatic solutions. "Unless Syria is targeted by any party, Syria will remain outside any conflict," the Syrian president said at an »»»
Russian Military Transport Plane Crashes in Crimea, Killing 29
A Russian An-26 military transport plane crashed into a cliff in Crimea, killing 29 people on board, due to a possible technical malfunction, Russia's defense ministry said early on Wednesday, according to news agencies. TASS news agency, quoting the ministry, said communication with the aircraft w»»»
Argentina Designates Iran's IRGC a Terrorist Organization
Argentina has designated Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization, its presidential office said in a statement on Tuesday, following a push from the Trump administration for allies to do so. Argentina attributed the measure to the IRGC's backing for Lebanon-based Hezbolla»»»
Bulgaria Warns Milk Prices Fall While Production Costs Surge, Minister Tells EU
Bulgarian Agriculture Minister Ivan Hristanov has said that milk prices in Bulgaria are falling for consumers while production costs for farmers continue to rise, creating increasing pressure on the sector. His remarks were made during a meeting of the EU Council on Agriculture and Fisheries in Bru»»»
US-Israel war on Iran, Day 33: What UAE residents need to know on April 1
Dubai: Regional tensions continue to shape daily life on day 33 of the US–Israel war with Iran, as authorities respond to air defence debris incidents, announce significant fuel price changes, and extend distance learning across the country. Here are the key developments UAE residents should know t»»»
Israel Deploys AI Agents Across Multiple Fronts
The Israeli Army has begun deploying “AI agents” to detect missile launchers, generate real-time aerial intelligence and sharpen strike speed and precision across multiple fronts, officials told Haaretz and the Yedioth Ahronoth newspaper on Tuesday. “The pace, scope and precision of strikes — as we»»»
Storm Erminio triggers red alert in seven regions across Greece
Dangerous weather is expected across Greece over the next 48 hours as Storm Erminio places seven regions under red alert, authorities said. The affected areas include Attica, Central Greece, Thessaly – including the Sporades islands – the Peloponnese, the South Aegean, and the regional units of Ima»»»
Qatar calls on all parties to refrain from targeting vital civilian infrastructure
Doha, Qatar: Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari has called on all parties to the war to refrain from targeting vital civilian infrastructure. Al-Ansari further called upon all parties to the conflict to refrai»»»
CGB highlights individual goals in Ada’a performance management system
Doha, Qatar: The Civil Service and Government Development Bureau (CGB) has outlined the central importance of individual goals within the national performance management system “Ada’a”, reinforcing its role in driving government sector excellence and supporting Qatar National Vision 2030. In a seri»»»
Gray imports strain Kyrgyzstan’s flour market, authorities prepare response - | 24.KG
Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan is preparing new support measures for the domestic flour milling industry and plans to step up negotiations with Kazakhstan to ensure stable wheat supplies. According to the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture and Processing Industry, the issue was discussed »»»
New solar tech uses heat-wasting energy for 130% 'leap'
In a stunning leap that shatters decades of scientific “impossibility,” researchers have achieved what was for long dubbed an "unthinkable" solar technology. A new “spin-flip” emitter material harvests energy previously lost as wasteful heat, pushing quantum yields to a mind-blowing 130%. The break»»»
Iran’s Fractured Leadership is Struggling to Coordinate, Officials Say
Washington: Ronen Bergman, Adam Goldman, Julian Barnes The US-Israeli war against Iran has fractured the Iranian government, complicating its ability to make decisions and coordinate larger retaliatory attacks, according to officials familiar with US and Western intelligence assessments. Several do»»»
Illegal privatization of 22 land plots annulled in Sokuluk - | 24.KG
Illegal land allocations have been uncovered in Sokuluk district, the prosecutor’s office reported. According to the supervisory authority, an inspection revealed that in 2021, a land plot with a total area of 0.9 hectares, located in Semetey residential complex of Manas rural administration, was»»»
Former MP Shairbek Tashiev detained on corruption charges - | 24.KG
Former Zhogorku Kenesh deputy Shairbek Tashiev has been detained for corruption. The Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic reported. The detention was carried out as part of a criminal investigation into alleged corruption at Kyrgyzneftegaz OJSC. The case was initiated based on materi»»»
Siege of Balad Base May Prelude ‘Doomsday’ Scenario in Iraq
An American contractor responsible for operating Iraq’s F-16 fighter jets has withdrawn its staff from an Iraqi air base after attacks by Iran-aligned factions, leaving Baghdad racing to find replacements before its most advanced aircraft risks becoming “scrap,” officials and sources said. The atta»»»
Drone attack targets Kuwait airport, fuel tanks on fire: aviation agency
Kuwait City, Kuwait: Kuwait's civil aviation authority said Wednesday that the Gulf state's international airport had come under an Iranian drone attack that led to "a large fire" at fuel tanks. “Kuwait International Airport has been subjected to blatant attacks by drones launched by Iran and the a»»»
Respiratory virus season in Kyrgyzstan nears end, situation stable - | 24.KG
The season of acute respiratory viral infections (ARVI) and influenza in Kyrgyzstan is coming to an end, with the overall epidemiological situation described as stable. The Department of Disease Prevention and State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance reported. According to specialists, the A»»»
Trump Says Military Could End Iran Offensive in 2 to 3 Weeks
US President Donald Trump has said the military could end its Iran offensive in two to three weeks and will shift responsibility for the Strait of Hormuz to countries that rely on it for oil and shipping. Trump said the US “will not have anything to do with” what happens next in the vital waterway »»»
Lebanon Says Israeli Strikes on Beirut Area Kill 7
The Lebanese health ministry said Wednesday that Israeli strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs and a nearby town killed at least seven people, as Israel's military said it had targeted senior Hezbollah members. The health ministry said an Israeli air raid on south Beirut's Jnah area killed at least »»»
Boxer Munarbek Seyitbek uulu advances to semifinals at Istanbul Tournament - | 24.KG
Kyrgyz boxer Munarbek Seyitbek uulu has advanced to the semifinals of an International Boxing Tournament in Istanbul. The competition, held in Turkey, features athletes from different countries. In a bout on March 31, the Paris Olympic finalist secured a confident victory over an opponent from Aust»»»