DOHA: Qatar Foundation’s second edition of QIYADA (Qatar Islamic Youth Aspiration and Development Assembly) conference opens in Doha today, bringing together around 1,500 young people for discussions on faith, resilience and navigating a rapidly changing world, while launching a new leadership acad»»»

DOHA: Qatar’s maritime transport sector is moving closer to fully digitalised services, with around 95 percent of transactions related to large vessels now available online, as the Ministry of Transport continues to simplify procedures and reduce the need for ship owners and maritime users to visit»»»

Top cleric links Yemen stability to coalition unity against Houthis Saudi Arabia’s Grand Mufti Sheikh Saleh Al Fawzan has urged Coalition forces and Saudi soldiers stationed on the front lines to remain united in repelling attacks by the Houthi group. In a statement addressed to soldiers, Al-Fawzan»»»

24-karat gold slides Dh40 in 28 days, down from Dh554.50 on Aug 27 to Dh514.50 on Friday Dubai: Gold prices have had a tough week as elevated energy prices and inflation concerns drove bond yields higher and fuelled expectations of another Fed hike. In the UAE, prices of 24-karat gold have remained»»»

New global strategy targets better food, smoother service and more personalised visits Dubai: McDonald’s plans to improve food quality, speed up restaurant operations and offer customers more personalised experiences under a new global strategy that will shape how its restaurants operate over the c»»»

Oil pulls back but stays elevated as markets weigh fresh Middle East risks Oil prices retreated in Asian trading Friday after a Houthi missile attack on Saudi Arabia sent Brent above $106 a barrel overnight, reviving fears of disruptions to Middle East supplies. Crude remained elevated as traders w»»»

Trump’s national bird gesture meets Xi’s panda diplomacy in Washington US President Donald Trump presented Chinese President Xi Jinping with a roughly three-foot-tall bald eagle sculpture during a state dinner at the White House on Thursday, turning an iconic US symbol into a carefully chosen diplo»»»

Kyrgyzstani Denis Petrashov has set a new national record at the Asian Games currently taking place in Japan. The athlete won silver in the 200-meter breaststroke, securing Kyrgyzstan’s fourth medal of the 2026 Asian Games. His time of 2 minutes 8.67 seconds in the second preliminary heat set a new»»»

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran did not choose war and remains prepared to defend itself if attacks continue, while arguing that Tehran had already reached an agreement with Washington before the conflict escalated. “We did not choose war. The war was imposed on us. We do not seek war»»»

Exchange rules out private key leak while teams work to restore customer withdrawals Dubai: Crypto exchange Bitget says hackers breached a critical backend system within its wallet infrastructure to carry out approximately $351.6 million in unauthorised transfers, while withdrawals remain suspended»»»

US President Donald Trump welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping to a White House state dinner on Thursday, marking Xi’s first visit to Washington in more than a decade. “Once again, to the White House, you are truly outstanding, amazing people,” Trump said in his remarks.The US president also recal»»»

Chinese President Xi Jinping said his talks with US President Donald Trump were frank and substantive, adding that the two sides had reached new understandings and provided fresh strategic guidance for China-US relations. “Today, I had a frank and in-depth exchange of views with President Donald Tr»»»

Uzbekistan has nominated itself for a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council for 2035–2036. Head of the Presidential Administration Saida Mirziyoyeva announced this while delivering Uzbekistan’s statement during the General Debate of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly in New York. I»»»

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Creotech Instruments has signed a preliminary agreement to buy two undeveloped plots in the Mazowieckie region for PLN 20.1 million, where it plans to build a new production facility. The space technology company said the acquisition supports its 2026–2029 development strategy, which calls for expa»»»

Overseas creators face 5% levy on Pakistan-linked social media income under new rules Pakistan’s Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has introduced a special procedure for taxing income earned from remunerative social media content, according to Pakistani media reports. The rules apply to resident and n»»»

Access to Russian gas and crude oil is a fundamental Hungarian interest, and it is the Government’s duty to secure a long-term solution, Dóra Dúró, deputy president of the right-radical Mi Hazánk (Our Homeland) Movement, wrote in a Facebook post on Thursday. Mi Hazánk rejects one-sided foreign poli»»»

Proposal for taxpayers to cover PhilHealth premiums for employed solo parents approved MANILA: The national government is set to shoulder the PhilHealth premium contributions of working solo parents, according to Bagong Henerasyon (BH) party-list Rep. Bernadette Herrera, who announced the developme»»»

Qatar urges Israel to change policies, not blame others for global backlash Qatar has rejected Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s accusations against Doha during his address to the 81st United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). Foreign Ministry spokesperson Majed Al Ansari said the allegatio»»»

Minister of Health of Kyrgyzstan Damir Osmonov took part in the high-level event «From Global Reform to Country Leadership and Results on the Ground — Gavi Leap Dialogue,» held on the sidelines of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly in New York. According to the ministry, the event, organiz»»»

Starting November 17, Qanot Sharq will begin operating direct flights on Bishkek—Phuket (Thailand) route. Airports of Kyrgyzstan OJSC reported. Flights will be operated twice a week on Airbus A321neo aircraft. The new route will allow passengers from Kyrgyzstan to fly directly to Phuket, one of Tha»»»

Hands-on studio helps young visitors discover instruments, rhythm and movement Dubai: Children learn best by exploring, experiencing and discovering the world around them. Recognising the importance of giving children opportunities to experience different professions, skills and interests first-han»»»

One of Kathakali’s most distinctive features is its elaborate makeup. Dubai: Chennai witnessed a vibrant display of Indian classical performing arts as an artist performed Kathakali during an annual festival celebrating the traditional dance-drama form. The performance featured Kathakali’s signatur»»»

Starting in early December, SCAT Airlines will begin operating direct charter flights on Bishkek—Sanya—Bishkek route. Airports of Kyrgyzstan OJSC reported. The company had previously announced plans to establish direct air service between Bishkek and the resort city of Sanya on Hainan Island. The f»»»

The Houthis are no longer just a domestic threat within Yemen. Through direct Iranian support, the group has built up missile and drone capabilities and developed sophisticated expertise. From seizing control of Sana’a, ports, and economic resources to advancing towards Bab al-Mandab and threatenin»»»

Financial trails, not lofty rhetoric, have shaped the nation’s impeachment verdicts When history remembers the Philippines' most consequential impeachment trials, it may not recall every argument or motion. But it will remember the money. And it's not just because money was allegedly stolen or hidd»»»

On Abu Dhabi’s roads, delivery drivers build community and plan for tomorrow Abu Dhabi: It is evening in the capital, and the city is settling into its favourite hours. You are at home, hungry, and not in the mood to cook. A few taps on your phone later, and there is a knock at the door and everyth»»»

Bacteria used to break down feathers, with trials across 16 farms in three countries Dubai: Chicken feathers are usually something most people throw away without a second thought. But for three UAE high school students, they became the starting point for an experiment in turning waste into a potent»»»

In a city of many cultures, residents discover safety, opportunity and community At 6 am, before the heat has a chance to settle, the Corniche belongs to the early risers. It is an ordinary day in Abu Dhabi, and it says a lot about the city. ‘I was born here. It's where my story starts,’ said Moham»»»

Kathmandu presses rich countries for climate finance after $5bn disaster Wealthy nations must do their fair share to help countries that are least responsible for the climate crisis, yet bear its brunt, Nepal's foreign minister told AFP on Thursday. The Himalayan nation suffered one of the worst ca»»»

US President Donald Trump and his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping, have discussed cooperation on artificial intelligence during talks in Washington, stressing the technology’s growing global importance. The meeting came as the two countries compete for leadership in AI while negotiating over advanc»»»

Brent rises above $106 as Houthi attacks, fragile US-Iran talks keep markets on edge The US-Iran conflict is again driving sharp swings in oil, financial markets and regional security, as investors weigh tentative diplomatic contacts against fresh Houthi missile-and-drone attacks on Saudi Arabia an»»»

Warm words, few breakthroughs as Trump and Xi extend fragile trade truce US President Donald Trump welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping to the White House on Thursday for a high-profile summit marked by elaborate ceremony and warm rhetoric, but with limited public evidence of breakthroughs on some»»»

Bond yields hit multi-year highs as markets brace for prolonged Middle East risk Stock markets mostly fell and oil prices climbed on Thursday as US Treasury bond yields hit multi-year highs, driven partly by a lack of progress in ending the Middle East war. On Friday (Sept. 25, 2026) Asian shares t»»»

Pezeshkian pushes pre-election return to Iran-US memorandum of understanding Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian has said that Tehran wanted the US to return to the June memorandum of understanding before the November midterm elections. Dr Pezeshkian told NBC News and other media organisations in New »»»

Temperatures may reach 44°C in Liwa as overnight humidity raises the risk of fog and mist Dubai: The UAE is expected to see generally fair conditions on Friday, with periods of partial cloud and a slight rise in temperatures, according to the National Center of Meteorology. Humidity will increase o»»»

Saudi Arabia intercepted Houthi ballistic missiles on Thursday after warning several regions, including Mecca, of possible attacks. France said it would send military assets to help protect the Saudi oil terminal at Yanbu. The strikes came amid renewed fighting in Yemen that has killed dozens, acco»»»

Ukraine’s government-backed United24 project offered former US service members thousands of dollars to produce pro-Ukraine videos for American audiences, RT’s America Now has found. The offers targeted veterans whose military backgrounds could make the message seem more credible to viewers. Host Be»»»

China has obtained potentially sensitive components from the F-35, the US military’s most advanced stealth fighter jet, after the parts were unexpectedly diverted to Hong Kong while being shipped from Australia to the US, Bloomberg reported on Thursday, citing people briefed on the incident. The in»»»

Science, sustainability and technology are transforming what reaches the region’s tables The global culinary landscape is undergoing a profound paradigm shift, and nowhere is this transformation more dynamic than in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. As nations across the Gulf execute ambit»»»

Tehran issues four-day ultimatum as Hormuz closure rattles global oil flows Iran has put Washington on a four-to-five-day deadline to meet its conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, potentially turning the strategic waterway into a renewed flashpoint. Mohsen Rezaei, secretary of Iran’s Supr»»»

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has revealed that his government carefully examined the possibility of US-led military action against his country, despite President Donald Trump having ruled out using force against America’s northern neighbor. In an interview with the New York Times published o»»»

UK seeks Hormuz de-escalation while demanding protection for citizens British Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband pressed Iran over the Strait of Hormuz, threats linked to Iranian groups in Britain and the detention of British nationals during talks with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in New Yor»»»

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu gave a combative speech at the UN General Assembly on Thursday in which he denied that Israel had committed genocide in Gaza, lashed out at leaders, including New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani, and said attacking Iran was "one of the easiest decisions" he had e»»»