Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says that Tehran’s main message during meetings on the sidelines of the 81st UN General Assembly was that reopening the Strait of Hormuz would depend on conditions set by the Supreme National Security Council (SNSC), stressing that Iran had never closed the d»»»

New York, USA: African leaders, health ministers, regional institutions and international partners have clamored for stronger cross-border collaboration and the responsible use of artificial intelligence to strengthen preparedness for infectious diseases that could trigger public health emergencies»»»

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that he had sent envoys around the world to pressure countries to economically isolate Iran, hailing new restrictions targeting the country's airlines and banks. "At my direction, teams were dispatched across the globe to engage with countries and demand a»»»

Washington, Sept. 27 (SANA) U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Washington’s campaign to economically isolate Iran was producing results, pointing to new restrictions on Iranian airlines and banks in several countries. Bessent said Treasury teams had been sent to countries around the world a»»»

The asbestos contamination affecting western Hungary appears to be more serious than previously thought, after air samples taken in the town of Kőszeg reportedly showed asbestos fibre concentrations dozens of times above the reference level. New measurements have raised fresh concerns over the scal»»»

Fraudsters are using fake insurance adverts and links to steal money and banking details Dubai: Motorists have been warned about online scams targeting people looking to renew or buy vehicle insurance, with fraudsters impersonating insurance companies, brokers and other approved entities. Dubai Pol»»»

Chengdu, China: A pair of Chinese giant pandas departed for Zoo Atlanta in the United States on a chartered flight at 2:55am Sunday, kicking off their 10-year stay at the zoo, according to the National Forestry and Grassland Administration. Before their departure from Chengdu Shuangliu Internationa»»»

New testing hub unveiled as emirate targets 25% self-driving journeys by 2030 Dubai: Driverless vehicles will be put through hundreds of simulated and real-world traffic situations at a new testing facility in Dubai as the emirate steps up efforts to move autonomous transport technologies from expe»»»

New York, USA: Heavy rain and strong winds battered the northeastern United States on Sunday as an unusually powerful autumn storm intensified, leaving tens of thousands without power and US media reporting one person dead. New York, Boston and Philadelphia were all in the firing line of the "Nor'e»»»

Bulgaria Air will operate direct winter flights between Sofia and Lisbon twice a week from December 17, 2026, making it the only airline offering nonstop service between the two capitals, the national carrier said. For the first time, Bulgaria Air will maintain regular Sofia-Lisbon-Sofia flights th»»»

The proposed 33% tax on banks’ “excess profits” could affect lending, investment, economic growth and the cost of government financing, in addition to generating budget revenue, according to the position of Bulgarian National Bank (BNB) Governor Dimitar Radev. Radev stressed that tax changes are pa»»»

Gunmen armed with AK-47s open fire in township bar, killing 17 in latest tragedy Two separate mass shootings near South Africa's two biggest cities killed at least 27 people, police said Sunday. The South African Police Service said 17 people were killed Saturday night when suspects armed with AK-4»»»

New York: One year on from its launch at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, the Global Autism Advocacy Coalition — founded by Qatar Foundation, Autism Speaks, and UNICEF, with support from the World Health Organization — has returned to the international stage with a growing m»»»

Doha, Qatar: The General Directorate of Endowments at the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has honoured 38 imams and preachers for their active participation in the first series of its “Ambassadors of Waqf” awareness seminars, aimed at promoting a culture of sustainable giving and highlighting»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s handball team reached the semi-finals of the Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026 yesterday after beating Iran 31-25, while high jump star Mutaz Barshim will compete in the final today as he bids for another gold medal. Qatar, who are targeting their fourth straight gold, will take on»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Chamber (QC) participated in the Second Azerbaijan International Investment Forum, held in Baku on September 25–26 under the theme “Rebuilding Trust in a Fragmented World: The South Caucasus as a Hub for Global Connectivity and Investment Stability,” with the participation of gov»»»

Eight gunmen open fire in Johannesburg, 17 dead and 15 injured Johannesburg: Eight gunmen armed with assault rifles killed 17 people and wounded 15 others at a bar west of Johannesburg, police said on Sunday, in the latest mass shooting in the crime-weary country. "They allegedly searched some patr»»»

AI to support, not replace, prosecutors under UAE Public Prosecution’s 2045 plan Abu Dhabi: “Human will be in command each and every time.” For Counsellor Salem Al Zaabi of the UAE Public Prosecution, this principle defines how artificial intelligence should be introduced into criminal justice: not»»»

New York: The State of Qatar has participated in a high-level meeting on upholding international law, held on the margin of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. Advisor to the Prime Minister and Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Majed bin Mohammed»»»

New York: Qatar, in partnership with Jordan and the United Kingdom, hosted on Friday a “Call to Action” meeting on the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip, on the sidelines of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly in New York. Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, H E Dr.»»»

New York: Qatar has participated in the high-level meeting of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) Group of Friends. The event took place on the margin of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly. Representing Qatar at the meeting was Director of the International Org»»»

Arab Finance: Middle East and North Africa’s (MENA) digital advertising market is expanding rapidly as businesses shift more of their customer acquisition and commerce activity online. The region’s digital ad spending reached $8.19 billion in 2025, up 17.8% year on year, according to IAB MENA, maki»»»

Doha, Qatar: The importance of young Muslims finding and being guided by their “compass”, and using technology to drive positive change, has been emphasized by thought leaders as the second edition of Qatar Foundation’s QIYADA conference came to a close. The two-day gathering at Multaqa (Education »»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar has maintained its position among the world’s leading economies for artificial intelligence adoption, ranking 10th in Microsoft’s Global AI Diffusion Report for the second quarter of 2026. According to the report, released recently, 43.5% of Qatar’s working-age population (aged 1»»»

Arab Finance: The Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZONE) inked a contract with Nafith Egypt Logistics to develop and operate a digitally managed truck yard at Sokhna Port, with investments exceeding EGP 1 billion, according to a statement. The 167,000-square-meter facility will have a daily capacity to »»»

Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs H E Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani has said indirect talks between the United States and Iran held on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly have made “some positive progress”, expressing hope that diplomacy can ultimately reso»»»

Phased launch of Jeddah’s Terminal 4 to boost capacity to 15 million passengers King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah will begin the phased opening of Terminal 4 on Sunday, with selected airlines moving from existing terminals as part of a wider transition plan. Jeddah Airports Company sai»»»

After two days in Paris where he drew hundreds of thousands of worshippers, Pope Leo XIV will continue his visit to France on Sunday in the southwestern pilgrimage town of Lourdes with a private meeting with victims of sexual abuse within the Catholic Church. Leo's four-day trip is the first o»»»

It is often forgotten that the Houthi militia dominating the world’s headlines began life several decades ago as a local movement born in the mountains of Saada, in north-west Yemen. Armed mainly with grievances, they vied with the Yemeni government. As their animosity grew, so too did their arsena»»»

Iran is awaiting a final response from the United States to be delivered via intermediaries regarding its proposals for the Strait of Hormuz, despite US President Donald Trump having publicly rejected them, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said. Trump said earlier that he had rejected the Ir»»»

Major US broadcasters will resume coverage of events featuring US President Donald Trump, The New York Times reported citing sources. After Trump decided to bar CNN and MSNBC from the White House, a number of broadcasters, including Fox News (a network generally supportive of him), as well as ABC, »»»

UAE experts weigh the career value of an MBA in a changing business landscape Dubai: For professionals considering an MBA in 2026, the biggest question may no longer be whether the qualification can lead to a higher salary, but what else it can deliver over the course of a career. An MBA remains on»»»

Saudi Arabia has taken precautionary measures amid the wider regional security situation The US-Iran conflict has entered another uncertain phase after US President Donald Trump rejected Iran’s proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days, while Washington steps up economic pressure on»»»

Arab Finance: Egypt plans to establish eight to nine new investment zones across its governorates over the next two to three years, Investment and Foreign Trade Minister Mohamed Farid said during talks with S&P Global Ratings. The initiative aims to attract investment, create jobs near population c»»»

Budapest is preparing for a major pedestrian-friendly transformation, with 200 new crossings, more accessible tram stops and safer residential streets among the goals of a newly approved long-term strategy. The Budapest General Assembly approved the city’s new pedestrian strategy on Friday, setting»»»

Khaled Al Hameidi Doha Rapid technological change, artificial intelligence (AI) and the accelerating flow of information are reshaping how young people learn, communicate and make decisions. Against this backdrop, Qatar Foundation has brought together more than 1,300 young people to explore how fai»»»

Darlene Regis Every creation tells a story. For Elegante Middle East, that story is woven with Filipino dreams, hard work, craftsmanship and a vision to make elegance accessible. What began in the Philippines in 2018 as a modest concept for “budgetarian brides” has grown into a Qatar-based venture »»»

Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah see disrupted schedules amid wider international suspensions UAE passengers are advised to check their flight status before travelling to the airport on Sunday, with delays and schedule changes reported at Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah airports. Flydubai and Air Arabia have»»»

New York state governor said the storm was bearing down on New York City and Long Island New York: Heavy rain and strong winds battered the northeastern United States on Saturday as an unusually powerful autumn storm intensified, leaving tens of thousands without power and US media reporting one pe»»»

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Red and orange fog alerts have been issued as visibility drops across parts of Abu Dhabi Heavy fog has reduced visibility across parts of Abu Dhabi, prompting authorities to activate 80km/h speed limits on several major roads. The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) issued fog alerts covering the »»»

Jiji Thomson’s claim triggers fresh resignation calls as poll body battles SIR controversy Dubai: A former Kerala chief secretary has alleged that Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar asked him to contest the 2019 Lok Sabha election as a BJP candidate, adding a new dimension to the contr»»»

Al Sila could reach 45°C, with fog or mist possible over coastal and inland areas Abu Dhabi: Temperatures could reach 45°C in parts of the UAE on Sunday, with humid conditions expected to bring another chance of fog or mist overnight and early Monday, according to the National Centre of Meteorology»»»

Police examine whether online posts helped burglars time raid while family was away Dubai: A social media influencer in southern India who regularly posted videos displaying gold jewellery, diamonds and bundles of cash has lost valuables worth nearly Rs10 million in a burglary — and police are now »»»

Digital threats demand smarter prevention and safeguards for individual rights Technology and digital innovation have transformed nearly every aspect of modern life. While these advancements have improved efficiency and accelerated progress, they have also created new avenues for criminal activity »»»

Tehran says plan had top backing, but neither side wants to surrender its leverage first Dubai: US President Donald Trump has rejected Iran’s proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days, even as Tehran revealed that the offer had been coordinated with Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei a»»»

The Swiss government and parliament are urging voters to reject a proposal during an upcoming referendum that would strengthen the country’s neutrality policy by constraining Bern’s ability to impose unilateral sanctions. The motion is being pushed by pro-sovereignty politicians, who have criticize»»»

QNA New York Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi on Saturday met separatelywith Minister of Foreign Affairs of Venezuela, Felix Plasencia; Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Francophonie of the Democratic »»»

Tribune News Network Aichi-Nagoya (Japan) Three-time champions Qatar booked their place in the men’s handball semi-finals at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games after overcoming Iran 31-25 in an absorbing quarter-final at the Kasugai City Gymnasium in Aichi Prefecture on Saturday. Favourites Qatar wi»»»

QNA New York Qatar participated in a high-level ministerial event titled “Shaping the Next 25 Years: Advancing Women’s Leadership in Peace and Security,” held on the margin of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. Director of the International Organizations Department»»»