US House kills Hegseth impeachment effort in 211–204 vote
EXPLAINERPartisan divide marks House decision on Hegseth impeachment resolution The Republican-led US House of Representatives late on Tuesday (Nov. 10, 2026) effectively killed an effort to impeach Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth over US military operations in Iran, Yemen, Venezuela and the Caribbe»»»
Nvidia CEO affair revives push for tougher US line on China
WASHINGTON, United States: The scandal engulfing Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang could have its biggest consequences in Washington, where China hawks are seizing on the affair to push a hard line that had been put on the back burner under President Donald Trump. Huang, who co-founded Nvidia and»»»
World leaders to address COP31 as Turkiye pushes for new climate deal
ANTALYA, Turkiye: World leaders will set out their climate priorities in speeches at COP31 in Turkiye on Wednesday, as negotiators seek agreement on a plan to increase the share of electricity in global energy use and revive stalled efforts to move away from fossil fuels. Delegates from nearly 200 »»»
Sheikh Mohammed tours Dubai’s Global Village
Joined by senior officials, Sheikh Mohammed explored Global Village’s cultural pavilions Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, toured Global Village on Tuesday, November 10, exploring its international pavilions a»»»
Stronger rupee should make life less expensive in India
Rupee rebound offers relief, but families still face pressure from rising prices and loans The rupee’s recovery has eased some pressure on India’s economy. It has also left the Reserve Bank of India facing much the same problem: how to contain sharp currency falls while expensive oil and uncertain »»»
Thailand plans up to 30 percent duty on e-commerce imports
Bangkok: Thailand approved import duties of up to 30 percent on foreign online purchases arriving by international post or express courier to create fair competition for local small firms. Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas said fast-growing e-commerce had given Thai c»»»
Thomas Markle, father of Meghan, cut off his ankle monitor, DOJ says
Thomas Markle accused of removing ankle monitor after child abuse material arrest The 82-year-old estranged father of Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, was ordered to jail Tuesday because he removed an electronic monitoring device from his ankle, just days after he was charged with possession of child»»»
Iran's IRGC unveils 'new' underground ‘missile city’ amid war tensions
Guards' Space Force unveils 'new' IRGC missile city with ballistic, cruise weapons Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has unveiled what it describes as a "new" underground “missile city,” displaying ballistic and cruise missiles alongside their launch systems. The IRGC-linked Tasnim Ne»»»
France's unemployment rate steady at 8.2 percent in third quarter
Paris: France's unemployment rate stood at 8.2 percent in the third quarter of 2026, down 0.1 percentage point from the previous quarter, but up 0.4 percentage point year-on-year, according to the National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (INSEE). In a statement issued Tuesday, INSEE sa»»»
Pakistan farmers in long fight to make German firms pay for flood damage
Pakistani farmers sue German firms over climate damages from catastrophic floods In a Pakistani village nestled in rice fields, Abdul Hafeez Khoso remembers the vast industrial zones he saw in Germany when he visited to file a pioneering climate legal case. "They're spreading pollution: up in the s»»»
Dubai student killed in roadside crash remembered as family warns against reckless driving
Heartfelt tributes honour Kerala student, 21, who died after her car suffered a flat tyre Dubai: To her family, she was “Noon” or “Noony”, the light of their home who never forgot a birthday and always remembered the little things people loved. To her close friend, she was “Shukku”, her biggest sup»»»
US crude oil production hits a record 14.3 million barrels per day: EIA
Brent crude prices expected to drop as global oil supplies rebound WASHINGTON: US crude oil production has hit a record 14.3 million barrels per day (bopd), according to the Energy Information Administration (EIA). It expects inventories to rise in 2027 as net imports increase. US commercial crude »»»
Dubai Taxi: How DTC is tackling fuel costs, debt as demand recovers ahead of winter peak
DTC expects demand to improve, but fuel costs and National Taxi debt remain key challenges Dubai: Dubai Taxi Company is banking on a recovery in travel demand, tighter operating controls and savings from its National Taxi acquisition to protect profitability as Dubai heads into its traditionally bu»»»
Dubai South homes: DWC Metro link adds a new factor for buyers, tenants
Dh2 billion airport extension comes as more Dubai apartment buyers turn to mortgages Dubai: For residents weighing a home in Dubai South, the daily journey to work could become a different calculation. A newly approved Metro connection to Al Maktoum International Airport City adds a public transpor»»»
'Europe not going anywhere': G7 summit a 'signal to Russians' that Europe is standing behind Ukraine
As the US Midterms reshape Ukraine diplomacy, Annette Young is pleased to welcome James Townsend, Atlantic Council's Senior Advisor at the Scowcroft Center's for Transatlantic Security Initiative. "Europe is not going anywhere." With this unequivocal assessment, Townsend, taking plac»»»
Iraqi ex-lawmaker found strangled to death in Beirut
A former member of the Iraqi parliament who spent over a decade in prison in his home country was found dead in a Beirut apartment days after arriving in Lebanon, Lebanese security and judicial officials said Tuesday. The officials said Ahmed al-Alwani arrived in Beirut flying in from the northern »»»
Saudi environmental security forces arrest citizen for illegal hunting at wildlife reserve
RIYADH: The Special Forces for Environmental Security arrested a Saudi citizen for violating the Environment Law by hunting without a license in Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Reserve. The individual was found in possession of an air rifle and four, hunted, wild animals. Legal procedures were taken »»»
EV World 2026: Dubai International Electric Vehicle Exhibition and Conference opens with over 300 participants
RTA showcases cutting-edge electric and autonomous transport solutions in Dubai DUBAI: The inaugural Dubai International Electric Vehicle Exhibition and Conference (EV World 2026) opened Tuesday, 10 November, organised by Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and China EV100. More than 300 lo»»»
Politicians React after Trakia Motorway Deadly Pile-Ups
Two deadly multi-vehicle pile-up collisions, one on each side of the Trakia Motorway near Yambol, which occurred amid dense fog on Tuesday morning, caused Bulgaria's president and prime minister to rearrange their schedules. Politicians expressed their condolences to the relatives of the victims. B»»»
UNIFIL peacekeepers say came under fire in south Lebanon
The United Nations peacekeeping force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) said on Tuesday that one of its patrols came under fire in the country's south, without saying who was responsible. The force, whose mandate in Lebanon expires at the end of this year, said the patrol "was fired upon with about a dozen round»»»
US Republicans derail bid to impeach Pentagon chief
Washington, United States: Republicans in the US House of Representatives on Tuesday blocked an effort to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over the Iran war, handing President Donald Trump a victory days after his party’s crushing midterm election defeat. The House voted 211 to 204 to send th»»»
Netanyahu bloc targets Arab lawmakers as Israel's new parliament is sworn in
Tensions ran high at the first session of Israel's new parliament on Tuesday as rival camps traded barbs over the possibility of ruling with the support of Arab lists. The party of opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot, who has been tasked with forming a government, moved to immediately set up a commissi»»»
Asymmetric cyberwarfare: 'States increasingly use cyberattacks in support of their other objectives'
Erin Ogunkeye is pleased to welcome Rafe Pilling, Director of Threat Intelligence in the Sophos Counter Threat Unit (CTU). How can a minor cyber intrusion disrupt food supplies, expose the weaknesses of industrial infrastructure and become an instrument of geopolitical confrontation? The cyber»»»
Filming amongst body bags: New Colombian president’s comms campaign sparks backlash
Since taking office in August, new far-right Colombian president Abelardo de la Espriella has shared video after video promoting his security forces – especially operations they’ve carried out against armed groups. In some, De la Espriella speaks standing among body bags. Others feature prison»»»
US charges three 'Iranian operatives' over RAF Fairford terror plot
The US Justice Department on Tuesday charged three men it described as Iranian operatives over an alleged September terrorist plot at Britain's RAF Fairford airbase in England. Prosecutors said one suspect directed individuals to drive vans, some carrying fuel barrels, to the base, which housed US »»»
Rubio rejects Iran 'reparations' demand as US maintains economic pressure
Diplomatic deadlock persists as Rubio labels Iran's demands 'absurd' and 'not serious' US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has rejected Iran’s demand for war reparations, saying Tehran should instead pay compensation because it had “destabilised the region.” He made the remarks after a meeting of Gro»»»
Italy moves to strengthen cybersecurity following several attacks across Europe
Rome: Italy will bolster its cybersecurity coordination, information sharing, and protective investments after recent cyberattacks affected several European countries, the Italian Interior Ministry announced Tuesday. The steps were agreed at a meeting of the National Committee for Public Order and »»»
Four bears blamed, and put down, after fatal mauling in Canada
DNA confirms four bears responsible for deadly mauling near Bella Coola Four grizzly bears have been identified as the culprits in the death of a mother and her daughter near a hiking trail in western Canada, authorities said Tuesday. The animals have been put down, or "dispatched," as the provinci»»»
Oil hits lowest since August as Trump holds off on Iran strikes
Oil prices dip as US-Iran tensions ease and supply concerns grow Crude prices edged lower again early Wednesday (Nov. 11) after Brent briefly broke below $90 for the first time since August, as traders bet that the US-Iran standoff is easing. The prices (as of 7:36 am Tokyo time, Nov. 11)Brent: $91»»»
US soldier assigned to NATO unit arrested in Britain on suspicion of espionage linked to Russia
LONDON: A member of the US Army assigned to a NATO unit was arrested Tuesday in England on suspicion of espionage related to Russia, counterterror police and other officials said. The arrest comes during heightened concern over threats to American forces stationed in Britain and tension between Mos»»»
US calls for new Europe security at Russia-Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi
ABU DHABI: Washington called for a “new” security framework on the first day of US-led talks between Ukraine and Russia in Abu Dhabi, as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he was “happy” with the changes in approach by US mediators. US leader Donald Trump’s envoys — his son-in-law Jared Ku»»»
German industry survey warns almost one-third of firms will cut workforce in 2027
About one-third of German companies plan to implement workforce reductions in 2027 as sluggish industrial output and weak capital investment undermine economic recovery in Europe’s largest economy, according to a survey published Tuesday. The German Economic Institute (IW) surveyed more than 1,000 »»»
US stocks fall on hot inflation report as Nvidia tumbles again
US stocks retreat amid inflation concerns and Nvidia scandal fallout Wall Street stocks retreated Tuesday, with scandal-hit Nvidia notably tumbling again, while the dollar gained after a hot US inflation report boosted expectations of Federal Reserve interest rate hikes. After an up day on several »»»
Controversial French writer Houellebecq probed over comments on Muslims
PARIS: Controversial French writer Michel Houellebecq was placed under formal investigation on Tuesday on suspicion of complicity in incitement to discrimination, hatred or violence, a source close to the case told AFP. Houellebecq, 70, is arguably France’s most famous writer internationally, but h»»»
House Democrats to investigate Trump’s handling of US spy agencies
WASHINGTON: Democrats in the US House of Representatives, who will control key committees next year, are preparing investigations into what they say was President Donald Trump’s politicization and gutting of US spy agencies, including whether analysts have censored themselves to avoid retaliation.»»»
Tunisia showcases eight electronics companies at Electronica 2026 in Munich
Tunis, Nov. 10 (TAP) - A delegation from the Ministry of Industry, Mines and Energy is taking part in the Electronica 2026 international trade fair, held in Munich, Germany, from November 10 to 13, through a national pavilion featuring eight...»»»
US charges three 'Iranian operatives' over UK airbase plot
US links suspects to RAF Fairford plot and pro-Iranian terror groups The US Justice Department on Tuesday announced charges against three men it described as "Iranian operatives," including one already in jail, over their role in an alleged terrorist plot at Britain's RAF Fairford airbase. Mohammad»»»
Restored Lebanon-Syria border crossing could handle 10,000 travelers a day, officials say
LONDON: A key border crossing between northern Lebanon and Syria reopened on Monday after two years closed, restoring a vital trade and travel route that officials said could eventually handle up to 10,000 travelers a day. The Abboudieh-Dabbousieh crossing, linking the Akkar region of Lebanon with »»»
UN body agrees to postpone review of US rights record after Trump administration snub
GENEVA: The UN’s top human rights body on Tuesday postponed a regular review of the US human rights record until January in hopes of persuading the Trump administration to reverse its decision to become the first government to snub the process. The move by the Human Rights Council buys it more time»»»
MCIT, MoJ sign 2 pacts with Scale AI to develop AI solutions for justice sector
Tribune News Network Doha The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), the Ministry of Justice, and Scale AI have signed two cooperation agreements to develop AI-powered solutions under SAK and Shoor projects, aiming to enhance the efficiency of justice-related services and adv»»»
Qatar Pavilion showcases latest digital solutions, initiatives
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Pavilion, organised by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) as part of MWC26 Doha, presented a range of digital projects, initiatives and solutions with the participation of government and semi-government entities and national institutions»»»
France supermarket hack marks new phase in Iran’s shadow war
PARIS, France: The cyberattack on supermarket refrigerators that France has blamed on Iran marks a new phase in the asymmetric campaign Tehran is waging against the United States, extending it onto European soil, analysts say. Scores of French supermarkets were hit in the October 11 and 12 cyberatt»»»
Qatar Charity distributes 3,380 food baskets in Djibouti refugee camps
Tribune News Network Doha As part of humanitarian efforts to support refugees and strengthen food security, particularly ahead of winter, Qatar Charity (QC) has distributed 3,380 food baskets to refugee families in three camps in Djibouti, benefiting approximately 17,000 people. The distribution wa»»»
QatarEnergy secures 2025 Gold Standard methane reporting status
Tribune News Network Doha QatarEnergy has achieved the Oil and Gas Methane Partnership (OGMP) 2.0 Gold Standard Reporting status for the 2025 data year. The OGMP 2.0 framework, managed by the United Nations Environmental Program’s International Methane Emissions Observatory, is the premier measurem»»»
DFF 2026 turns Doha into a citywide adventure with Side Quest
Tribune News Network Doha Bringing the magic of cinema beyond the big screen, Doha Film Festival (DFF) 2026 has invited residents and visitors to embark on an exciting citywide adventure with the launch of DFF Side Quest, an interactive mobile game that transforms Doha into a giant game board from »»»
Digital transformation key to smarter, more accountable businesses: AKLOGIKS director
Syed Mujahid Abbas Bukhari, a digital transformation professional with more than 15 years of industry experience, has worked with clients across the Middle East, the United States and South Asia, helping organisations design and deliver enterprise solutions. He currently serves as Director of Busin»»»
Pak Shamaa School launches celebrations of Allama Iqbal’s 150th birth anniversary
Pak Shamaa School organised a special programme to mark the commencement of the 150th birth anniversary year (2026–2027) of Sir Allama Muhammad Iqbal, Pakistan’s national poet, philosopher and visionary thinker. The programme, organised by the school administration, faculty and students, featured a»»»
Green Supply Trading brings the flavours of Pakistan to Qatar
Green Supply Trading, a prominent importer, wholesaler and supplier of international food products in Qatar, is bringing the authentic flavours of Pakistan closer to the Pakistani community and other residents through its Pakistani-themed outlet in the Old Airport area of Doha. The company imports »»»
Conditions in Palestine exacerbate humanitarian and economic crisis: Labour minister
QNA Geneva The conditions in the Gaza Strip, the West Bank, and the Occupied Palestinian Territory are witnessing a serious and alarming deterioration amid continued military operations and restrictions on the entry of aid into the Strip, further exacerbating the humanitarian and economic crisis, s»»»
Indonesia celebrates 81 years of independence, highlights 50 years of friendship with Qatar
Ashraf Siddiqui Doha Indonesia has reaffirmed its commitment to international peace, diplomacy and stronger economic partnerships, highlighting five decades of friendship and expanding cooperation with Qatar, according to Ambassador of Indonesia to Qatar HE Guruh Syahda Langkah Samudra. Addressing »»»