Bulk carrier, military forces involved in latest Gulf of Oman incident, UKMTO says
RIYADH: A bulk carrier was involved in an incident with military forces in the Gulf of Oman, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said on Sunday, in the latest reported maritime incident amid the continuing conflict around the Strait of Hormuz. The incident occurred approximately 18»»»
Tunisian artisans take part in Bazaar Berlin 2026
Tunis, Nov. 7 (TAP) - The Tunisian National Federation of Handicrafts, along with six Tunisian companies operating in handicrafts, natural products and decorative arts, is taking part in the 64th edition of Bazaar Berlin 2026, held from November 4...»»»
Vodafone Qatar drives green initiatives through solar power
Tribune News Network Doha Sustainability remains a key priority for Qatar as the country continues to advance its National Vision 2030, with environmental development forming an important part of its long-term ambitions. As industries continue to expand and adopt new technologies, businesses are in»»»
WCLF holds breast cancer awareness campaign for migrant women in Qatar
Tribune News Network Doha The Women Community Leaders Forum (WCLF) organised a breast cancer awareness campaign at Aster Hospital, C Ring Road, Doha, on October 30, 2026, bringing together approximately 250 migrant women from 13 countries. The event was a joint initiative of WCLF and the Workers Su»»»
Qatar Charity builds 18 mosques,3 Qur’an centres in Côte d’Ivoire
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Charity (QC) continues to support local communities in Côte d’Ivoire in 2026 through the construction of 18 mosques and three Qur’an education and memorization centres across several areas. Designed to accommodate around 1,800 worshippers and 150 male and female stud»»»
Doha Design District invites local designers to showcase work at Mada
Tribune News Network Doha Doha Design District (DDD), powered by Msheireb Properties, has invited designers, makers and creative entrepreneurs across Qatar to submit products with original designs for consideration at Mada, the curated retail space at Doha Design District dedicated to local creativ»»»
Qatar’s legacy of achievement: How pride,leadership and identity shape the future
Khaled Al Hameidi Doha Qatar’s remarkable journey from a modest maritime society rooted in the traditions of the Gulf to a modern, influential and internationally respected nation stands as a compelling testament to the power of visionary leadership, national determination and a deeply rooted sense»»»
Filipino cueists bring up A-Game in Doha as AJ Manas storms into World Cup final
Darlene Regis From the legendary strokes of Efren “Bata” Reyes to Francisco “Django” Bustamante, Filipino cue masters have long dominated the world billiards stage. Now, a new generation is carrying that legacy forward — and Qatar witnessed it firsthand as 19-year-old Albert James “AJ” Manas battle»»»
Laughtrip Qatar show rescheduled to Jan 15, 2027
Darlene Regis Filipino comedy show Laughtrip Qatar, headlined by stand-up comedian Alex Calleja and The Comedy Crew, has been rescheduled to January 15, 2027, following unforeseen circumstances, organisers announced. Originally set for October 29 at Holiday Inn Doha’s Al Masa Ballroom, the show pro»»»
Retro classics to meet K-pop at music night in Doha on Nov 13
Darlene Regis A night of nostalgic hits and contemporary K-pop will bring different generations and nationalities together in Doha as “Rewind and Remix” takes over Al Samr Garden at Radisson Blu Doha on November 13. Running from 6pm to midnight, the event will bring a fusion of golden-era retro cla»»»
Visit Qatar’s Hans Zimmer concert attracts over 10,000 in Doha
Tribune News Netork Doha Visit Qatar hosted a concert by world-renowned composer Hans Zimmer, winner of multiple Oscar and Grammy awards, at the 974 Stadium Precinct. The concert drew more than 10,000 viewers, 35 percent international and 65 percent local, who enjoyed an exceptional live performanc»»»
Qatar’s exit from National Ivory Action Plan process marks global recognition of its efforts: MoECC assistant undersecretary
QNA Doha Qatar has secured international recognition for its substantial progress in combating illegal ivory trade, with the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) Standing Committee deciding to end Qatar’s participation in the National Ivory Action »»»
Katara wraps up 10th European Jazz Festival
QNA Doha The Cultural Village Foundation (Katara) brought its 10th European Jazz Festival to a close on Saturday with an awe-inspiring musical evening combining Maltese jazz and Spanish flamenco, drawing a large audience. The evening opened with a performance from Malta by guitarist Sandro Zerafa, »»»
PALAU PRESIDENT ON WORKING VISIT TO QATAR
President of Palau Surangel Whipps arrived in Doha on Saturday for a working visit to Qatar. The President and his accompanying delegation were welcomed at Hamad International Airport by Minister of State for Foreign Affairs HE Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi, Director of Protocol Department at the Min»»»
City Center Doha Celebrates25 Years Since Its Opening
City Center Doha, one of the largest and most dynamic shopping destinations in Qatar and a wholly owned subsidiary of Aamal Company QPSC, recently celebrated the 25th anniversary of its opening. Remembering a journey that has been fundamentally connected to the larger growth of the Qatari retail an»»»
QU Souq supports student and alumni entrepreneurs
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar University (QU) organised QU Souq as part of its ongoing efforts to support entrepreneurship and develop practical skills of its students and alumni. The souq provided an interactive commercial platform for student and alumni entrepreneurs to showcase and market thei»»»
QPHI joins PMFG Summit 2026 as a strategic partner and co-organiser
Tribune News Network Doha Sidra Medicine and Qatar Precision Health Institute (QPHI) have jointly announced QPHI as a strategic partner and co-organiser of the Precision Medicine and the Future of Genomics (PMFG) Summit 2026, for the second consecutive year. The collaboration brings together two Qa»»»
talabat joins MoCI’s National Product Week, spotlighting locally made products
talabat, the leading everyday app in the MENA region, is once again supporting this year’s National Product Week in collaboration with the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI). Running from November 5 to 12, talabat will leverage its digital platform to champion locally made products and help c»»»
Media City Qatar hosts first CNN Academy Doha
Tribune News Network Doha CNN has wrapped up the first CNN Academy Doha delivered through its partnership with Media City Qatar. The two-week immersive programme brought together 30+ students from three Qatar-based universities for hands-on training in journalism and storytelling, connecting local »»»
Canary island calls for help with migrant influx
BARCELONA: Spanish authorities on one of the Canary Islands declared an emergency on Saturday after a surge in migrant boat arrivals, demanding government assistance to cope with the influx. “We are very concerned... by this sharp increase in arrivals,” Alpidio Armas, head of the governing council »»»
Erdoğan, Trump discuss de-escalation between Washington, Tehran
Ankara, Nov. 7 (SANA) Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan held a phone call Saturday with US President Donald Trump to discuss ways to de-escalate tensions between Washington and Tehran, along with regional and international developments and bilateral relations between the two countries. Accordi»»»
Egypt reopens embassy in Libya’s Tripoli after 12-year closure
TRIPOLI: Egypt reopened its embassy in Libya’s capital Tripoli on Saturday after a 12-year absence, marking a rapprochement with the country’s western-based administration, the foreign affairs ministry in Cairo said in a statement. The move marks a shift for Cairo, which has been one of the most »»»
Saudi Red Sea mapping and biodiversity studies boost marine protection efforts
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia is accelerating efforts to develop an integrated marine knowledge system for the Red Sea, combining scientific research, environmental protection and economic development as part of broader plans to maximize the region’s environmental, tourism and commercial value. Covering abo»»»
US military says it disabled cargo vessel in Gulf of Oman
An American military aircraft fired on and disabled a commercial vessel that tried to break the US blockade of Iran on Saturday, US Central Command said. The St. Kitts-flagged cargo ship tried to depart regional waters after visiting an Iranian port, and a US plane fired precision munitions at i»»»
Israel coalition talks gain momentum
Following inconclusive elections in Israel, opposition candidate Gadi Eisenkot says he is confident of securing the mandate to form a government, as President Isaac Herzog prepares to nominate the first candidate. Eisenkot claims he is making progress in efforts to oust long-serving Prime Minister »»»
Pope Leo calls on Uruguay's Catholics to be 'bridge builders'
Pope Leo XIV urged Catholics in Uruguay to build bridges of faith and fraternity on the second day of his 12-day tour of Uruguay, Argentina and Peru. The pope's three-country tour comes just three weeks after he underwent surgery for lung cancer. Pope Leo XIV urged Catholics in Uruguay, Latin Ameri»»»