10 smart ways to save money as oil prices surge above $100
Dubai: The International Energy Agency (IEA) has outlined 10 immediate ways households, businesses and governments can save money as oil prices surge above $100 per barrel following what it calls the largest supply disruption in global oil market history. The crisis stems from the US-Israel war on »»»
NATO Battlegroup Joins Artillery Training at Koren Ground
Field training for service personnel from the Fourth Artillery Regiment will take place at Koren Training Ground from March 20 to 27, the Defence Ministry press service said on Friday. The programme includes tactical drills, live-fire exercises, and integrated training activities, with service pers»»»
Gulf oil sector contributes about $561bn to regional economy in 2024
MUSCAT: The oil sector in the Gulf contributed about $561.2 billion to the region’s economy in 2024, accounting for 24% of gross domestic product at current market prices, according to new data. Figures released by the Statistical Center for the Cooperation Council for the Arab Countries of the Gul»»»
Rain, hail and strong winds to hit Abu Dhabi as NCM issues weather alert
The UAE’s National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has forecast intermittent rainfall of varying intensity across Abu Dhabi, with some areas likely to experience hail and strong winds. In Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Al Dhafra, rain may be accompanied by fresh to strong winds, causing dust and sand and reduci»»»
IRGC Launches Wave 67 of Operation True Promise 4, Strikes US and Israeli Targets
Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has carried out the 67th wave of Operation True Promise 4, targeting US-led coalition forces and Israeli military installations in a significant escalation of its ongoing campaign. Moment an Iranian missile struck a building in Rehovot, near Tel Aviv.Fol»»»
How US Marines could reopen the Strait of Hormuz — and break the blockade
The Strait of Hormuz is not just an oil tanker passage. It’s a key waterway in global trade. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) uses a brutally simple playbook here: squeeze the world economy through this narrow gate — and control the gate. At just 39 km wide at its narrowest, shipping is»»»
Early Southwest Heat is Latest in Parade of Weather Extremes as Earth Warms
The dangerous heat wave shattering March records all over the US Southwest is more than just another extreme weather blip. It’s the latest next-level weather wildness that is occurring ever more frequently as Earth’s warming builds. Experts said unprecedented and deadly weather extremes that someti»»»
Running App Reveals Location of France Aircraft Carrier in Mediterranean
A member of the French navy using an app to track his jogging performance broadcast the exact position of his country's flagship aircraft carrier, a newspaper has reported. France deployed the Charles de Gaulle -- and accompanying frigates -- to the Mediterranean in early March shortly after US-Isr»»»
Transport Ministry receives new batch of buses from China to enhance public transport in regions
Tunis, March 20 (TAP) - A new batch of buses arrived on the morning of Friday, March 20, 2026, at the port of La Goulette, as part of the implementation of the international contract with the Chinese side for the acquisition of 461 buses for the...»»»
Qatari firms secure 11 spots on Forbes 2026 most valuable companies ranking
DOHA: Eleven Qatari firms were featured in the list of 100 most valuable companies in the Middle East by Forbes 2026 magazine. The following firms have made it to the ranking of most valuable companies in their respective categories in March issue of Forbes Middle East: QNB Group (Rank 11, market v»»»
Running app reveals location of France aircraft carrier in Mediterranean
Paris: A member of the French navy using an app to track his jogging performance broadcast the exact position of his country’s flagship aircraft carrier, a newspaper has reported. France deployed the Charles de Gaulle - and accompanying frigates - to the Mediterranean in early March shortly after U»»»
Trump's Pearl Harbor remark overshadows Japan PM visit
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's official visit to the US has been overshadowed by President Donald Trump's comment on a key piece of shared history - Pearl Harbor. Asked by a Japanese journalist why the US had not warned its allies it was going to strike Iran on 28 February, Trump referenc»»»
Abu Dhabi Police arrest 109 for filming and sharing misinformation amid regional tensions
Abu Dhabi Police have arrested 109 individuals of various nationalities who filmed sites and events and shared inaccurate information on social media amid ongoing regional tensions. Authorities said these actions could stir public opinion and spread rumours among community members. The police have »»»
Massive fire at South Korean auto parts factory injures 55, search for missing continues
Seoul: A fire at an auto parts factory in South Korea's central city of Daejeon injured at least 55 people on Friday, with officials warning the toll could rise. The National Fire Agency said 24 were seriously hurt in a blaze likely caused by an explosion. Officials could not immediately confirm wh»»»
Progressive Bulgaria: Radev's Blueprint for Dismantling the Oligarchy
After weeks of calculated silence, Rumen Radev finally unveiled his political vehicle on the eve of Bulgaria's April 2025 election campaign. "Progressive Bulgaria" represents Radev's calculated response to a decade of political chaos, positioning itself as the force that will finally break the olig»»»
US State Department Seeking Procurement Manager for Drones for Ukrainian Security Forces
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The US State Department has announced a search for a specialist to coordinate the procurement of drones and other high-tech equipment for Ukrainian security forces, Sputnik revealed after reviewing government documents. The position is titled "Emerging Technology Advisor and Cont»»»
Cote d’Ivoire PM meets Qatar's envoy
Prime Minister of Cote d’Ivoire H E Robert Beugre Mambe met with Ambassador of Qatar to the country H E Mubarak bin Hussein Al Marri. The two sides reviewed relations and discussed ways to enhance cooperation .»»»
GCC Human Rights Institutions hold emergency meeting on Iranian attacks
DOHA: GCC National Human Rights Institutions held an emergency meeting yesterday to discuss the Iranian attacks on the Gulf states and their repercussions on the human rights situation. The meeting, convened at the initiative of the Qatar’s National Human Rights Committee (NHRC), was attended by re»»»
14 unaccounted for in fire at Daejeon car parts plant - UPI.com
Fire authorities are on the scene of a fire that broke out at a car parts plant in the central city of Daejeon on Friday, injuring at least 53 people, with 14 others unaccounted for. Photo by Yonhap A fire broke out at a car parts plant in the central city of Daejeon on Friday, injuring at least 53»»»
Navy retires storied Themistoklis frigate
On Friday morning, the frigate Themistoklis, hull number F-465, will pass into history after a total of 45 years at sea, including half of that time in service with the Hellenic Navy. The Themistoklis, the ninth Standard-class frigate of the navy, spent its first 22 years as HNLMS Philips van Almon»»»
Standing together: Qatar and Sri Lanka in challenging times
DOHA: Sri Lankan Ambassador to Qatar H E Sithra Khan Azard, has expressed deep appreciation to Qatar’s leadership for ensuring the safety and well-being of the Sri Lankan community in the country during the ongoing tensions in the Gulf region. In a statement yesterday, the ambassador conveyed the g»»»
Qatar slams Iran attacks at NATO meeting, warns of regional escalation
Brussels: The State of Qatar has participated in a meeting of the NATO Council with the Istanbul Cooperation Initiative countries, held at the alliance’s headquarters in Brussels. The session was chaired by HE NATO Deputy Secretary General Radmila Shekerinska. Charge d’Affaires at Qatar’s Mission t»»»
Avoid the Eid rush! Dubai RTA issues Metro and Tram travel advisory
As Eid Al Fitr festivities kick off across Dubai, residents are expected to hit the roads and public transport in large numbers. To ease the travel rush, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced extended operating hours for Dubai Metro and Tram, alongside convenient parking options at »»»
US is now prioritizing supplying its own military over Ukraine, Pete Hegseth says
The Pentagon is now prioritizing refilling its own weapon stocks instead of sending them to Ukraine, US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has said, blaming the Biden administration for any “challenges” the US military has been facing lately. Hegseth made the remarks on Thursday during a media briefing »»»
Paris Fair 2026 (April 30-May 11): Strategic showcase for Tunisian artisans
Tunis, March 20 (TAP) - The National Federation of Handicrafts (FNA), affiliated to the Tunisian Confederation of Industry, Trade and Handicrafts (UTICA), launched via its social media channels, a call for applications for participation in the Paris...»»»
Discover why the UAE is still the happiest country in Arab world
Dubai: The World Happiness Report 2026 has once again placed the UAE as the happiest country in the Arab world, keeping its place on the 21st spot globally and ahead of countries such as the US and UK. The UAE has maintained its position from last year, achieving a score of 6.821 out of 10 based on