Empower 2026 concludes with youth declaration calling for greater role in peace and security
Doha, Qatar: The 17th edition of the Empower Youth Conference (Empower 2026) concluded yesterday with the presentation of a declaration calling for greater youth participation in decision-making, stronger protection for young peacebuilders and increased investment in education, economic empowerment»»»
AI in medicine: can a selfie tell how long we might live?
In 2016, while visiting New York City, Megan Troutwine took a selfie and noticed one eyelid seemed unusually droopy. After returning home, she immediately consulted a neurologist. A subsequent magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan revealed a meningioma, a tumour that develops in the membranes surro»»»
Rio Ferdinand: I want to be known for more than football
Early Sokin investor says second career could outgrow football as fintech opens in Dubai Dubai: Rio Ferdinand wants to be remembered as more than a footballer. The former Manchester United defender says his second career as an entrepreneur could grow bigger than his first. And one of his bets is ta»»»
US-Israel war on Iran: What UAE residents need to know as Middle East tensions rise
Bahrain reports sirens as Iran claims drone attack; Saudi intercepts missiles and drones UAE residents are following fresh developments across the region on Sunday, as security alerts in Bahrain and reported interceptions in Saudi Arabia add to tensions in the Middle East. Iran's Revolutionary Guar»»»
Qatar strengthens food security with expanded grain storage infrastructure
Doha, Qatar: Qatar is strengthening its food security through the development of strategic storage infrastructure, enhanced domestic production and diversification of food supply sources, as part of efforts to ensure the sustainable availability of essential commodities and improve preparedness for»»»
Why the midterms complicate Trump's search for an Iran deal
Democratic control of Congress will increase scrutiny of the war and its economic costs, but could also make the concessions needed for a lasting agreement with Tehran more difficult to deliver. The Democrats' sweeping victory in the US midterm elections has changed the political environment in whi»»»
Qatar Central Bank achieves ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification for Information Security Management System
Doha, Qatar: Qatar Central Bank (QCB) announced that it has obtained ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification for Information Security Management System, after meeting all requirements of the international standard. This achievement reflects QCB’s commitment to implementing international best practices and»»»
Arab Views: Christianity in Jordan under the spotlight
AMMAN: For almost 2,000 years, Christians have lived, worshipped and built communities in the lands that now make up Jordan. But on Oct. 23, that long history of coexistence was shaken by an act of violence that left a small village grieving and raised painful questions about the future of Christia»»»
Two injured after UPS and Copa Airlines planes collide on Miami airport taxiway
Two people were treated after the aircraft collided at the intersection of two taxiways A Copa Airlines passenger jet and a UPS cargo plane made contact on a taxiway at Miami International Airport on Saturday night, leaving two people with minor injuries, according to airport officials. The inciden»»»
IRGC Says It Attacked US Air Defense Radar at Military Base in Bahrain
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed that it had used six unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to attack a US air defense radar at a military base in Bahrain, Press TV reported. Citing the IRGC, the Fars news agency reported that the strike had been carried out in r»»»
Lalit Modi becomes British citizen after 16 years in UK: Why now?
Former IPL chief embraces British citizenship as a new chapter Former Indian Premier League (IPL) chairman Lalit Modi has announced that he became a British citizen on September 15, 2026, describing the development as a proud personal milestone and the beginning of a new chapter in his life. Modi s»»»
Kate Middleton's India visit marks major milestone after cancer treatment
Royal couple to highlight UK-India ties and environmental innovation in Mumbai London: The Prince and Princess of Wales, Prince William and Kate Middleton, are set to undertake their first joint overseas visit since the Princess announced her cancer diagnosis, as the royal couple prepare to travel »»»
Saudi Arabia warns of 15-year jail terms and SR1 million fines for aiding illegal entry
Authorities refer 22,451 people to diplomatic missions to obtain travel documents Dubai: Saudi security forces arrested 11,952 people for violating residency, labour and border security regulations during a week-long inspection campaign across the Kingdom, the Ministry of Interior announced on Satu»»»
UAE flight updates: Fresh cancellations and delays as airlines revise schedules
Etihad, Emirates, flydubai and Air Arabia update flight schedules in the UAE. UAE travellers face another day of flight disruption on Sunday, November 15, with Saudi Arabia among the most affected destinations as airlines continue to cancel services and adjust schedules amid regional security conce»»»
What did US skies look like before and during the FAA shutdown?
AA halted US flights for over four hours on Nov 13 after issuing a nationwide ground stop A nationwide ground stop imposed by the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on Friday brought air traffic across the United States to an unprecedented halt, disrupting thousands of flights and leaving hun»»»
Coalition forces intercept 2 Houthi missiles targeting Riyadh, 3 drones in Eastern Province
RIYADH: Saudi-led coalition forces intercepted two ballistic missiles launched by Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthis toward Riyadh and destroyed three drones targeting the Kingdom’s Eastern Province early Sunday. A Saudi Civil Defense alert sounded at 4:08 a.m., warning Riyadh residents of an incoming ae»»»
Mechazilla catches Starship! SpaceX makes history with first midair catch
It was SpaceX’s 15th flight of a full-scale Starship since 2023 Cape Canaveral, Florida: SpaceX’s Starship made a triumphant return to Earth on Saturday, caught in midair by giant mechanical arms where its journey began 22 hours earlier. It was the grand finale that Elon Musk and his team hoped for»»»
Bahrain issues potential threat alert, urges residents to seek safety
Ministry advises calm as Bahrain issues safety alert for residents Bahrain's Ministry of Interior has issued an alert warning of a potential threat, urging citizens and residents to remain calm and proceed to the nearest safe location. In an advisory, the ministry called on the public to prioritise»»»
US flights resume after nationwide ground stop: What travellers need to know
FAA works to restore normalcy after longest flight halt in 25 years Officials have assured passengers that US airspace is safe and operational after a nationwide ground stop, initiated as a precaution, caused massive disruptions to air travel. The longest flight stoppage in 25 years, lasting more t»»»
Pope says Inca heartland ‘suffering’ as villages empty
SANTA CRUZ DE SUCCHABAMBA, Peru: Pope Leo XIV warned Saturday that the heartland of the ancient Inca Empire was “suffering,” as the remote, poverty-stricken communities he served as a missionary in Peru shrink dramatically. The head of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics flew by helicopter to the iso»»»
Global powers converge on Manila as ASEAN summit kicks off
MANILA: A key regional summit opens on Sunday in Manila, with Southeast Asian heads of state facing questions on trade, security and an ongoing energy crisis while playing host to a who’s who of global leaders. US President Donald Trump is scheduled to arrive on Tuesday near the summit’s conclusion»»»
Israeli military says it struck senior armed Hamas commander
The Israeli military said on Sunday it had struck a senior commander in Hamas’ armed wing, and Hamas sources told Reuters the strike killed senior armed Hamas commander Samir Abu Younis in Khan Younis. Hamas later confirmed his death and said his funeral would be held on Sunday afternoon in»»»
Israeli forces detain 2 Syrians after raid on homes and shops in Quneitra
DAMASCUS: Israeli forces detained two people after raiding homes and damaging shops during an incursion into the town of Jabata al-Khashab in southern Syria, according to the Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA). A force of more than nine military vehicles entered the town in the northern countryside of »»»
Israeli military says it struck senior commander in Hamas’ military wing
The Israeli military said on Sunday it had struck a senior commander in Hamas’ military wing, and Hamas sources told Reuters the strike killed senior armed Hamas commander Samir Abu Younis in Khan Younis. Abu Younis was commander of the Rafah brigade in Hamas’ armed wing, the sources said. »»»
Commercial Bank launches Qatari banking segment
Tribune News Network Doha Commercial Bank has introduced Miqdam, a first-of-its-kind banking segment for Qataris, designed to match their lifestyle with exceptional privileges and financial solutions. The name comes from a traditional Qatari word of courage and initiative and reflects a distinctive»»»
HBKU hosts Asian Society of Int’l Law conference
Tribune News Network Doha Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) hosted the Asian Society of International Law (AsianSIL) Inter-sessional Conference on November 10–11, in Doha under the theme ‘Is a New Normative International Legal Order in the Making?’. The conference convened experts to explore Asia»»»
Australian envoy highlights engineering’s role in Qatar’s sustainable transformation
Ashraf Siddiqui Doha Australian Ambassador to Qatar HE Shane Flanagan has highlighted the vital role of engineers in advancing clean energy, strengthening energy resilience and supporting Qatar’s sustainable development. He described engineering expertise as essential to translating climate ambitio»»»
QRCS launches paediatric heart surgery convoy in Sudan
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has launched a medical convoy to perform open-heart surgeries for 15 poor children at the Ahmed Qasim Children’s Hospital in Khartoum State, Sudan. This project is part of QRCS’s ongoing efforts to enhance specialised health care services »»»
Msheireb Downtown Doha strengthens its role as community hub this winter
Tribune News Network Doha Msheireb Downtown Doha continues to be the destination of choice for national institutions, international bodies and the private sector to engage the public. In recent weeks, the city has hosted a series of national, sporting and community events organised by its partners,»»»
SpaceX’s Starship captured by launch pad arms
CAPE CANAVERAL, Florida: SpaceX’s Starship made a triumphant return to Earth on Saturday, caught in midair by giant mechanical arms where its journey began 22 hours earlier. It was the grand finale that Elon Musk and his team hoped for — the first-ever capture of a Starship flying back from space. »»»
Italian envoy reaffirms solidarity with Qatar, vows to strengthen relations
Ashraf Siddiqui Doha Italian ambassador to Qatar HE Paolo Toschi has reaffirmed the longstanding friendship and strategic partnership between Qatar and Italy, highlighting their strong bilateral relations, shared values and expanding cooperation. Addressing a gala reception hosted recently by the E»»»
HMC hosts awareness activities on World Diabetes Day
Tribune News Network Doha Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC), represented by Qatar Metabolic Institute (QMI), joined countries around the world in celebrating World Diabetes Day under the theme “Take Action: Detect Diabetes Early”. To mark the occasion, HMC organised a wide range of awareness activiti»»»
MoPH marks World Diabetes Day; focus on early detection
Tribune News Network Doha The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) is joining the global observance of World Diabetes Day 2026, marked annually on November 14.This year’s theme, “Early Action on Diabetes”, underscores the importance of early diagnosis, comprehensive care and reducing the stigma associa»»»
Qatar showcases national climate initiatives and efforts at COP31
QNA Antalya The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MoECC) has actively engaged in discussions on key international climate action issues during the 31st Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP31), being held in Antalya, Turkiye. During the conference»»»
Iran reports three incidents of oil tankers hit by mines in Hormuz
TEHRAN: Iran's navy and Revolutionary Guards said on Saturday that fires had broken out on a total of three oil tankers that struck mines in the Strait of Hormuz, where Tehran has restricted navigation.Tehran has insisted that vessels obtain its authorization to cross the strait since war erupted w»»»
S&P Downgrades Outlook on Bulgaria’s Long-Term Credit Rating, Opposition Reacts
International credit rating agency Standard & Poor’s Global Ratings (S&P) has revised down the outlook on Bulgaria’s long-term sovereign credit rating from positive to stable, while affirming the country’s long- and short-term foreign- and local-currency ratings at ‘BBB+/A-2’, the Finance Ministry »»»
US airports see gradual resumption in air traffic
Washington: Air traffic is picking up across the United States on Saturday following the ground stop that has canceled more than 2,500 flights and has left millions of passengers stranded. In a statement today, Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Bryan Bedford said that fligh»»»
Netanyahu calls for Israeli unity government, Eisenkot dismisses ‘tricks’
JERUSALEM: Israel’s caretaker prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday reiterated his calls for a national unity government with his opponent Gadi Eisenkot, who in turn dismissed the appeal as a ruse. The latest exchange comes as Eisenkot is in the midst of negotiations to form a government, a»»»
Palestine:Gaza Death Toll Rises as ’Israeli’ Attacks Continu...
By Staff, Agencies Two Palestinians were killed and several others wounded when an “Israeli” drone targeted a group of residents near the Abu Sharkh roundabout, west of Jabalia camp in the northern Gaza Strip. In southern Gaza, “Israeli” vehicles opened fire east of Khan Younis, while occupation fo»»»
Hundreds of men lead protest to urge other men to help reduce violence against women
BERN: Hundreds of men led a demonstration in the Swiss capital on Saturday to denounce misogyny and a plague of violence against women, insisting men need to take a bigger and more vocal role in fighting both. The “Men against Violence against Women” rally outside parliament follows high and persis»»»
Europe...:German Intelligence Chief Warns of Espionage Risks...
By Staff, Agencies The head of Germany’s domestic intelligence agency in Thuringia, Stephan Kramer, has warned that Tesla vehicles could pose an espionage risk, as German officials call for restrictions on parking internet-connected cars near sensitive government and military facilities. Kramer’s r»»»
Europe...:Europe Agrees on Team for Ukraine Peace Talks
By Staff, Agencies European leaders have agreed on a negotiating team to represent the continent in potential US-brokered Russia-Ukraine peace talks, following months of disagreements over who should lead Europe’s diplomatic efforts and another round of negotiations that left European representativ»»»
Ministry of Culture names 15 finalists for Akhlaq Arabic Calligraphy Award
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Culture announced Saturday the names of 15 calligraphers shortlisted for the finals of the second Akhlaq Award - International Arabic Calligraphy Art Competition for 2026, as part of its efforts to promote Arabic calligraphy, encourage creative talent and reinforce the »»»
Year-round programme to expand direct sales at preferential prices announced
Tunis, Nov. 14 (TAP) - The Ministry of Trade and Export Development has announced the launch of an ongoing programme to organise permanent and mobile direct sales outlets offering fixed preferential prices throughout the year, targeting all...»»»
Saudi Arabia ranks third globally in AI model development
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia ranks third globally in the development of leading artificial intelligence models, according to the Saudi Data and AI Authority, reflecting the Kingdom’s growing position in the rapidly evolving AI sector. According to SDAIA, Saudi Arabia had developed eight large language mode»»»
Madinah advances quality of life through green initiatives
MADINAH: The holy city of Madinah embodies a people-centered urban model that integrates authentic cultural identity with sustainable development, balancing heritage preservation, modern infrastructure, and environmental stewardship to enhance quality of life. The city's urban development targets i»»»
Reducing Ukraine aid sets scene for more war: Macron
PARIS: French President Emmanuel Macron said Saturday that countries seeking to limit aid to Ukraine want to impose an “unjust peace” and warned that it was a recipe for another war. The French leader’s statement posted on social media comes as the United States mediates talks between Ukraine and R»»»
Arab Views: Do Jordan’s Christians feel safe after church attack?
AMMAN: For almost 2,000 years, Christians have lived, worshipped and built communities in the lands that now make up Jordan. But on Oct. 23, that long history of coexistence was shaken by an act of violence that left a small village grieving and raised painful questions about the future of Christia»»»
Iran:Baqaei Accuses US of Threatening to Starve Iranians
By Staff, Agencies Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei has accused the United States of openly threatening to commit war crimes by seeking to starve the Iranian people through a blockade. In a post on X on Saturday, Baqaei cited remarks by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who said t»»»
Standard & Poor’s Downgrades Outlook on Bulgaria’s Long-Term Credit Rating to Stable
International credit rating agency Standard & Poor’s Global Ratings (S&P) has revised down the outlook on Bulgaria’s long-term sovereign credit rating from positive to stable, while affirming the country’s long- and short-term foreign- and local-currency ratings at ‘BBB+/A-2’, the Finance Ministry »»»