Animal welfare groups warn the trade threatens the livelihoods of millions of families Dubai: Donkeys across Africa are facing growing threats from criminal networks that smuggle them across borders, slaughter them in illegal abattoirs and export their skins, which can fetch around $400 each. The t»»»

Oman and Qatar also rank among world's top 10 solar producers per capita Dubai: The UAE is expected to become the world's largest producer of solar electricity per capita by 2031, with renewable energy capacity across the Middle East forecast to expand significantly over the next six years, accordi»»»

Lusail: Finland’s Marjut Heinonen and Eetu Kallioinen claimed the Skeet Mixed Team world title at the ISSF World Championship in Lusail yesterday, holding off a determined challenge from Peru’s Daniella Borda Olaechea and Nicolas Pacheco Espinosa. China 1 completed the podium with bronze at the Lus»»»

Doha, Qatar: Morocco’s Reda El Hali surged to the top of the men’s individual leaderboard yesterday with a five-under-par round as Qatar made its hosting debut at the 45th Arab Men’s and 17th Arab Women’s Golf Championships in Doha. The tournament, running through Tuesday at Doha Golf Club, feature»»»

Doha, Qatar: Cyrine Cherif won the 150cm Diamond Tour on the final day of the fifth leg of the 10th Longines Hathab Qatar Equestrian Tour at the Qatar Equestrian Federation’s indoor arena yesterday. Cherif topped the event in 32.67 seconds aboard Triple T Calamando. Khalid Abdulaziz Al-Eid finished»»»

Buenos Aires: Argentina’s football association (AFA) announced yesterday it had appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) against the sanctions FIFA imposed on it over World Cup final incidents. Midfielder Leandro Paredes was the hardest hit with a 10-game ban and $90,000 fine for his ro»»»

Doha, Qatar: LuLu Hypermarket Qatar, in collaboration with the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI), has launched National Product Week 2026 under the slogan “From Us, For Us – The Story Begins in Qatar.” The campaign aims to encourage consumers to choose locally made products, strengthen the p»»»

Doha, Qatar: MotoGP Deputy CEO Carlos Ezpeleta has praised Qatar’s preparations for the MotoGP Qatar Airways Grand Prix of Qatar, describing Lusail International Circuit as probably the best facility on the championship calendar and saying this year’s event matches the high standards of previous ed»»»

Burj Khalifa lit up with a Diwali message wishing viewers brightness, joy and prosperity Dubai: Dubai’s Burj Khalifa lit up the city skyline with a special Diwali display on Saturday night, greeting residents in both English and Hindi. The 828-metre landmark flashed a message wishing viewers bright»»»

Doha, Qatar: Al Rayan Investment (ARI), the wholly owned investment subsidiary of AlRayan Bank, is pleased to announce the appointment of Bryan Crawford as Chief Executive Officer. Bryan brings more than 30 years of international experience across investment management, wealth management and invest»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Financial Centre (QFC), a leading onshore financial and business centre, has welcomed Shorooq Doha Advisory Services, a UAE-based investment firm, following its receipt of initial authorisation from the QFC Regulatory Authority. The firm’s establishment in Qatar adds further »»»

Manama: Minister of Culture H E Sheikh Abdulrahman bin Hamad Al-Thani has honoured two Qatari cultural figures in recognition of their contributions to enriching the country’s cultural landscape. His Excellency honoured Saleh Al Obaidli and Ali Al Jaber on the sidelines of the 30th meeting of GCC M»»»

Doha, Qatar: Marc Marquez moved closer to his eighth MotoGP world title after winning a dramatic sprint at Lusail International Circuit yesterday, surviving a collision with pole-sitter Marco Bezzecchi to take victory. The race was red-flagged on the second lap after a heavy crash involving Marquez»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s retail sector is anticipating a stronger final quarter of 2026, with cooler weather, increased tourism and a busy calendar of events expected to support consumer spending and drive footfall across the country’s shopping destinations. Despite a challenging year characterised by »»»

Dubai hosts ISEA2026, blending art, science, and technology in a grand spectacle Dubai's Burj Khalifa lit up with a spectacular projection show to mark the opening of the 31st International Symposium on Electronic/Emerging Art (ISEA2026 Dubai). The Dubai Media Office shared a video of the illuminat»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s ambition to think beyond its size, combined with an ecosystem that brings science, education, research and innovation together, provides a distinctive platform for addressing global health challenges, says World Innovation Summit for Health (WISH) CEO Dr. Slim Slama. “Qatar is »»»

RIYADH: Saudi air defenses intercepted and destroyed cruise and ballistic missiles fired by Yemen’s Houthi militia toward the Saudi capital, Riyadh, and the southern regions, the coalition said on Sunday. Two cruise missiles were intercepted and destroyed in the Riyadh and southern regions, while t»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s construction sector is forecast to grow by 2.4 percent in 2027, with improving sentiment in the real estate market offering support to the industry’s outlook, according to the latest report by Fitch Solutions. The data highlighted a notable shift in market sentiment in recent m»»»

Shizuoka quake disrupts trains, shatters windows, and injures many A strong 5.7-magnitude earthquake shook central Japan early Sunday, injuring dozens of people, shattering windows and disrupting train services, officials and local media said. The quake struck at 1:04 am (1604 GMT Saturday) in Shiz»»»

Diwali, the festival of lights, is observed today around the world UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has extended his best wishes to everyone celebrating Diwali in the UAE and around the world. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply clic»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Museums has inaugurated the second edition of Design Doha Biennial 2026, bringing together leading designers, artisans and creative practitioners from across the Middle East, North Africa and South Asia (MENASA) to celebrate the region’s rich design heritage and contemporary inno»»»

RIYADH: Saudi air defenses intercepted and destroyed two ballistic missiles fired by Yemen’s Houthi militia toward the Saudi capital, Riyadh, the coalition said on Sunday. Earlier, the Saudi air defenses also intercepted a missile targeting the Eastern Province. Coalition spokesperson Maj. Gen. Tur»»»

Civil Defence issues safety guidelines for Riyadh and Eastern Province Saudi Arabia's Civil Defence has issued early warning alerts in Riyadh and parts of the Eastern Province, urging residents to seek immediate shelter and follow official safety instructions. The National Early Warning Platform is»»»

Hyderabad, India: Every 90 seconds, an electric three-wheeler rolls off the production line at an Indian factory, underscoring a transformation that has made the country the largest market for battery-powered auto rickshaws. At a bustling plant run by Mahindra Last Mile Mobility, workers and robots»»»

Over 41,000 expatriates face enforcement amid border security breaches in Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia recorded 11,587 violations of residency, labour and border security regulations during inspection campaigns conducted across the Kingdom between October 29 and November 4, the Ministry of Interior sa»»»

The midterm wipeout READ MORE: The midterm blue wave just made 2028 a lot more interesting American voters delivered a stunning rebuke to President Donald Trump in Tuesday’s midterm elections, handing Democrats a ten-seat lead advantage in the Senate and their largest House majority since the Clint»»»

UNITED NATIONS: As United Nations climate talks kick off in Turkiye on Monday, Secretary-General António Guterres has an urgent message for world leaders: “This is a moment of truth.” He’s delivered variations of this ominous warning about climate change, caused by the burning of fossil fuels like »»»

Key updates on Middle East tensions impacting UAE residents and regional safety Regional tensions remain high, with fresh reports of explosions in Iran, missile interceptions in Saudi Arabia and maritime incidents around the Strait of Hormuz. Diplomatic efforts to ease the eight-month conflict are »»»

Dana White offered press secretary job as Trump adopts combative stance US President Donald Trump has offered his friend and UFC chief Dana White the White House press secretary job and ordered the Justice Department to investigate Democrats, striking a combative tone after his party's defeat in th»»»

Check UAE's controlled medicines list before packing for your trip Travelling to the UAE with medicines? Make sure you carry only what you need for your stay. Bringing large quantities of medication, even for personal use, could lead to questions at the airport. Dubai Customs has issued a travel ad»»»

NCM forecasts a chance of heavy showers on Wednesday and winds of up to 50km/h by Thursday Abu Dhabi: The UAE could experience heavy rain in some areas, strong winds reaching 50km/h and falling temperatures over the coming days, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). In its latest f»»»

RIYADH: Saudi air defenses intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile launched by Yemen's Houthi militia toward the Eastern Province, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Sunday, as the Kingdom continued to face missile and drone attacks amid the wider war involving Iran. Coalition spokesperson Ma»»»

UAE airlines adjust schedules amid Middle East tensions and security concerns Dubai: Airlines operating from the UAE continue to adjust schedules amid renewed tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, security concerns across the Middle East and ongoing regional disruptions. Passengers travelling to Sa»»»

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Special Forces for Environmental Security (SPES) have arrested five expatriates for illegally exploiting natural deposits in the Eastern Province, seizing four pieces of equipment used to excavate and transport soil, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Sunday. The suspects, na»»»

All crew members were rescued, given first aid and handed over to the relevant authorities The UAE National Guard rescued 22 people after a fire broke out aboard a cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman. A Coast Guard unit launched the operation after receiving a distress report from the ship’s crew. Speci»»»

Socks drawn by children now fund inclusion scholarships, and ASICS has joined their cause Abu Dhabi: Meet Eli Loehmer. He is five years old, attends FS2 at a school in Abu Dhabi and, according to his mother Estelle, loves socks more than anything. “He loves wearing socks,” she says. Eli was born wi»»»

Govt targets $6b in auto exports over 5 years, with new safety and manufacturing rules Dubai: Pakistan has unveiled an ambitious new automobile policy promising cheaper cars, major tax concessions for electric vehicles and significantly higher financing limits, in a move aimed at making vehicle own»»»

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Special Forces for Environmental Security (SPES) have arrested five expatriates for illegally exploiting natural deposits in the Eastern Province, seizing four pieces of equipment used to excavate and transport soil, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Sunday. The suspects, na»»»

Rental firms must register vehicles and agreements through approved electronic systems Dubai: Car rental companies across the UAE will be required to install approved tracking devices on all vehicles available for hire and register on a unified electronic platform under new federal traffic regulati»»»

The way parents offer feedback can build self-belief or leave lasting emotional scars The way we correct children today can shape how they see themselves tomorrow. Feedback should not diminish their confidence but empower them to recognise their potential and grow. Growing up is a continuous proces»»»

CENTCOM forms new task force to disrupt Iran's weapons supply routes US Central Command (CENTCOM) has stepped up enforcement of its naval blockade against Iran, disabling a commercial cargo vessel in the Gulf of Oman after it allegedly ignored repeated warnings. The US military also released video »»»

US widens blockade as Iran lifts missile limits, raising war fears amid diplomatic effort Dubai: The United States has widened its campaign to isolate Iran by targeting military supply routes across its land borders and the Caspian Sea, as Tehran announced it was lifting restrictions on its ballist»»»

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk subjected himself to the “most spectacular castration in history” by backing an attempt to oust the conservative-linked leadership of the country’s Constitutional Tribunal, lawmaker Lukasz Mejza has said. Poland’s long-simmering constitutional crisis erupted into o»»»

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»»»

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»»»

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»»»

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»»»

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»»»

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»»»

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 »»»