German auction of Nazi concentration camp items cancelled, Polish minister says
A planned auction in Germany of artefacts from prisoners of Nazi concentration camps has been cancelled following a public outcry, Poland's Deputy Prime Minister has said. On Sunday, Radoslaw Sikorski thanked his German counterpart Johann Wadephul for agreeing "such a scandal must be prevented". A »»»
COMMENT: Trump was “sent by heaven”, Russia is a “God-given” neighbour, says Kazakhstan’s president. What's cooking?
In hindsight, will it go down as a dud, a wet squib? For a day last week, the big Donald Trump-Central Asia summit consumed the agenda at the White House. Numerous memoranda that could deliver a great quantity of trade and investment deals were signed and America’s loquacious president declared tha»»»
Poland’s PM Tusk warns Ukraine risks losing the war with Russia from the expanding corruption scandal
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk took to social media over the weekend and warned that the expanding Energoatom corruption scandal was undermining support for Kyiv in Europe. “I warned Zelensky early in his presidency that Russia and pro-Russian groups in Europe would push the narrative that Ukrai»»»
Poland’s PM Tusk warns Ukraine risks losing the war with Russia from the expanding corruption scandal
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk took to social media over the weekend and warned that the expanding Energoatom corruption scandal was undermining support for Kyiv in Europe. “I warned Zelensky early in his presidency that Russia and pro-Russian groups in Europe would push the narrative that Ukrai»»»
PowerElec 2025 will be held from 8-11 December at Tripoli International Fairgrounds
PowerElec 2025 will be held from 8 to 11 December at Tripoli International Fairgrounds. The organisers say it is the leading event in the field of energy, electricity, and technology, and showcases the latest innovations and solutions in the world of electricity and renewable energy.»»»
When is 'Black Friday' 2025 mega sale? Key dates, top deals, what to expect (UAE, Saudi Arabia, USA, and Europe)
Black Friday 2025 promises incredible savings, both online and offline. Why is Black Friday such a big deal? Because it’s basically the World Cup of shopping. What started as a US post-Thanksgiving sale has turned into a global bargain stampede, with discounts flying across gadgets, toys, appliance»»»
ICC unveils Winter Festival featuring Star Singer, Super Dancers and Bharat Utsav
Tribune News Network Doha The Indian Cultural Centre (ICC), operating under the aegis of the Embassy of India in Qatar, has announced the commencement of its much-awaited ICC Winter Festival, a grand celebration of talent, culture, and community spirit. The festival will feature two major competiti»»»
QA sets new record with over 100 Starlink-enabled widebody aircraft
QNA Doha Qatar Airways, operator of the largest number of Starlink-equipped widebody aircraft, has achieved a major milestone and equipped over 100 widebody aircraft with the fastest Wi-Fi in the sky. The achievement represents one of the most rapid and ambitious Starlink installation programmes in»»»
Zakat Affairs Department honours Qatari companies committed to paying zakat
QNA Doha Zakat Affairs Department at the Ministry of Endowments (Awqaf) and Islamic Affairs honoured Qatari companies committed to fulfilling their zakat obligations for this year, in recognition of their role in supporting social solidarity and promoting the values of corporate social responsibili»»»
Thousands protest against government in Mexico as clashes leave 120 injured
At least 120 people - 100 of them police officers - have been injured in clashes during anti-government protests in Mexico City, police said. Thousands of demonstrators marched in the Mexican capital on Saturday to protest against violent crime and President Claudia Sheinbaum's government. Sheinbau»»»
Do we really have free will? Examines QF’s Doha Debates in new town hall
Tribune News Network Doha Are our choices truly our own, or are they shaped by forces beyond our control? In its latest town hall, Qatar Foundation’s Doha Debates brought together students, academics, and global experts for a thought-provoking discussion on free will and its implications for justic»»»
First Rasekh Multaqa by QF’s PUE highlights importance of experience-based learning
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Foundation’s Pre-University Education (PUE), in collaboration with Msheireb Museums, organised the first Rasekh Learning Community Gathering, an event aimed at promoting the concept of relevant learning and connecting knowledge with practical experiences to strengthe»»»
Qatar University hosts international meet on advanced and sustainable materials
Tribune news Network Doha Qatar University (QU)’s Centre for Advanced Materials (CAM) proudly organised the International Conference on Advanced and Sustainable Materials (ICASM 2025), bringing together global leaders, researchers, industry experts, and students toexplore the latest innovations sha»»»
UDST honours top students at distinguished Academic Awards Ceremony
Tribune News Network Doha University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) recently celebrated the remarkable achievements of its top students at the prestigious Annual Academic Awards Ceremony. This year, the awards recognised a total of 50 outstanding undergraduates and graduates across vario»»»
GCC, Brazil’s ABEEólica to boost carbon market with new collaboration
Tribune News Network Belém (Brazil) The Global Carbon Council (GCC), recognised as the Global South’s first internationally accredited carbon market programme under ICAO’s CORSIA scheme, and Associação Brasileira de Energia Eólica e Novas Tecnologias (ABEEólica) have signed a strategic Memorandum o»»»
Qatar, Italy sign agreement to advance int’l humanitarian law
QNA Rome Qatar’s National Committee for International Humanitarian Law (NCIHL) has signed an MoU for cooperation with the International Institute of Humanitarian Law (IIHL) in Sanremo, Italy. On the Qatari side, the MoU was signed by Undersecretary of the Ministry of Justice and Chairman of NCIHL H»»»
QU announces start of early registration for Winter, Spring 2026 semesters
Doha Qatar University’s (QU) on Sunday announced the start of the early registration period for the Winter 2026 and Spring 2026 semesters, following a clearly defined schedule that depends on the student’s category and the number of earned credit hours. Registration began for graduate students (Doc»»»
MoEHE opens expo accompanying UNCAC Conference of States Parties
QNA Doha The Ministry of Education and Higher Education, in cooperation with the Administrative Control and Transparency Authority (ACTA), inaugurated the awareness and educational exhibition accompanying the Conference of the States Parties (CoSP) to the United Nations Convention Against Corruptio»»»
National Traffic Safety Committee marks World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims
QNA Doha The National Traffic Safety Committee, in cooperation with the General Directorate of Traffic and several member entities and partners on the Committee, organised an event marking the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims, held under the theme “Remember - Support - Act.” Markin»»»
Fire Station unveils two new Ruwad Residency exhibitions
Tribune News Network Doha Fire Station has announced the opening of two new exhibitions to mark the conclusion of its Ruwad in Residence programme, featuring the work of two Qatar-based established artists: Fatma Al Naimi: “And Then, A Return” in Gallery 3, and Aissa Deebi: “What Remains to Be Seen»»»
Post-discharge programme of HMC has supported 1,200 older patients in 2025
Tribune News Network Doha As part of its commitment to enhancing the safety of older patients and ensuring continuity of healthcare services, Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) has announced a major expansion of its Post-Discharge Follow-Up Programme for older acute care patients. The number of patien»»»
Spanish authorities capture alleged head of Ecuadorian gang Los Lobos - UPI.com
The alleged leader of the violent Ecuadorian gang Los Lobos has been captured in Spain by Spanish and Ecuadorian authorities after he faked his death, officials said Sunday. Photo courtesy of Spain's National Police/X Nov. 16 (UPI) -- The alleged leader of the violent Ecuadorian gang Los Lobos has »»»
Jets cornerback Kris Boyd critically wounded in Manhattan shooting - UPI.com
Minnesota Vikings defensive back Kris Boyd (29), pictured celebrating an interception against the Chicago Bears in 2021, was shot early Sunday morning in midtown Manhattan after getting into a fight, police said. File photo by Mark Black/UPI | License Photo Nov. 16 (UPI) -- New York Jets cornerback»»»
At least four dead after migrant boats sink in Mediterranean
At least four people have died after two boats carrying nearly 100 migrants capsized off the coast of Libya on Saturday, rescue workers have said. Those confirmed to have died by the Libyan Red Crescent so far were all passengers in a boat carrying 26 Bangladeshi nationals. The humanitarian group d»»»
Ukrainian opposition party Holos calls for vote of no-confidence in the government over Energoatom corruption scandal
The leader of Ukraine’s Holos (Voice) liberal opposition party, Kira Rudik, has called for a vote of no-confidence in the government, as the Energoatom corruption scandal continues to gather momentum. Holos is a pro-European, anti-corruption party established in 2019. In an interview with France24,»»»
Trump ‘disappointed’ Indiana lawmakers dropped redistricting effort - UPI.com
President Donald Trump on Sunday criticized Indiana state lawmakers who have dropped an effort to seek a vote for the potential redistricting of congressional seats. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Nov. 16 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump on Sunday criticized Indiana state lawmakers wh»»»
Massie: 100 Republicans likely to vote for release of Epstein files - UPI.com
1 of 4 | Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky, pictured during a press conference on the Epstein Files Transparency Act at the U.S. Capitol in September, said Sunday that 100 Republicans are set to vote in favor of releasing the government's files on convicted sex offender Jeffery Epstein. Photo by Bonnie Cash»»»
COMMENT: Finland’s President Stubb lists the three obstacles to a Ukraine ceasefire
Finland’s President Alexander Stubb has warned that a ceasefire in Russia’s war against Ukraine is unlikely to materialise before spring, and urged Western allies to sustain support for Kyiv despite recent corruption scandals. His comments, reported by European Pravda from an Associated Press brief»»»
Trump ally demands $50mn over election fraud case – Bloomberg
Michael Flynn, former national security adviser to US President Donald Trump, is seeking $50 million from the American federal government, Bloomberg reported on Friday, citing court filings. The case is connected with a prosecution he describes as politically motivated and links to attempts to chal»»»
Today in Kuwait's history
KUWAIT, Nov 16 (KUNA) -- 1977 -- Kuwait Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Salem Al-Sabah signed a decree establishing Kuwait Ports Authority (KPA) supervised by the Ministry of Communications. 1990 -- Iraq's occupation forces failed to make Kuwaiti nationals change their civil identification cards into Iraqi on»»»
MSMEDA advances National Heritage Strategy, expands global marketing opportunities for artisans: Rahmy
Bassil Rahmy, CEO of the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise Development Agency (MSMEDA), affirmed that the agency continues to provide comprehensive support to project owners across all sectors—particularly those working in heritage and handicraft industries. He emphasized that MSMEDA is actively i»»»
Tensions mount ahead of UN vote on Gaza plan as Israel holds hard line, humanitarian crisis worsens
On the eve of a critical UN Security Council vote on a US-drafted resolution backing President Donald Trump’s plan to halt the war in the Gaza Strip, political, military, and humanitarian pressures are intensifying. Israel continues to signal that it may resume large-scale military operations despi»»»
FEDCOC, iScore sign digital transformation partnership
The Federation of Egyptian Chambers of Commerce (FEDCOC) has signed a cooperation protocol with the Egyptian Credit Information Company (iScore) to advance the state’s efforts in financial inclusion, accelerate digital transformation, and enhance credit assessment efficiency across the financial an»»»
Egypt’s non-oil exports rise 18.8% to $40.6bn in 10M 2025
Egypt’s non-oil exports grew markedly in the first ten months of 2025, rising to $40.578bn from $34.148bn in the same period last year—an 18.8% increase—according to Essam El-Naggar, Chairperson of the General Organization for Export and Import Control (GOEIC). Engineering exports, particularly in »»»
Al-Sisi calls for faster port development, seeks expanded foreign investment in SCZONE
President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi on Sunday urged accelerated development of Egypt’s ports and logistics infrastructure, saying the country is keen to attract more foreign investment—particularly from global partners such as Maersk—into the Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZONE). Speaking at the inaugurati»»»
FRA revokes licences of 258 microfinance NGOs for regulatory non-compliance
The Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA), chaired by Mohamed Farid, has issued Decision No. 258 of 2025 revoking the microfinance licences of 258 NGOs classified under Category “C”. The action follows extensive monitoring and inspection that revealed persistent non-compliance with the microfinance »»»
244th Emirati aid convoy enters Gaza Strip
GAZA: The 244th Emirati aid convoy entered the Gaza Strip today as part of the ''Operation Chivalrous Knight 3'', carrying the “Olive Children" initiative dedicated to supporting Gaza’s orphans and securing their basic needs—another step reflecting the UAE’s ongoing commitment to helping the Palest»»»
Border Patrol rounds up 81 'illegal aliens' in Charlotte raids - UPI.com
1 of 3 | White House border czar Tom Homan discusses the Trump administration's policies on the border and migrants Friday at the White House, which included calling critics of immigration raids across the country "wrong." Photo by Eric Lee/UPI | License Photo Nov. 16 (UPI) -- A senior Border Patro»»»
Leader of notorious Ecuador drugs gang captured in Spain
The leader of one of Ecuador's biggest drug-trafficking gangs has been captured in an operation involving Spanish police, according to Ecuador's president Daniel Noboa. Wilmer "Pipo" Chavarria was the head of Los Lobos, one of the country's most notorious gangs. President Noboa said Chavarria had f»»»
New York Jets player in critical condition after Manhattan shooting
Kris Boyd, a cornerback for American football team the New York Jets, was shot in the abdomen early Sunday, according to US media. The 29-year-old is in critical condition at the hospital, the New York Police Department told CBS News, the BBC's US partner. The NYPD did not name Boyd as the victim, »»»
MoE inaugurates awareness exhibition accompanying UNCAC Conference of States Parties
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Education and Higher Education, in cooperation with the Administrative Control and Transparency Authority (ACTA), inaugrated the awareness and educational exhibition accompanying the Conference of the States Parties (CoSP) to the United Nations Convention Against Corrup»»»
Deputy PM Zafirov Praises 2026 Draft Budget as the Most Socially Oriented in the Past 20 Years
Deputy Prime Minister and Bulgarian Socialist Party (BSP) National Council Chair Atanas Zafirov described the draft budget for 2026 as "the most socially oriented in the last two decades", the BSP press service said on Sunday. He praised the left for its efforts that have ultimately ensured income »»»
Seven athletes selected to represent Qatar in athletics at Islamic Solidarity Games
Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Athletics Federation announced the list of athletes who will represent Qatar in athletics at the Islamic Solidarity Games in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, which will run until November 31. The list includes seven athletes in track and field events: Ashraf Hussein and Hussein Ibrahim »»»
El-Shimy chairs HOTAC general assembly to approve 2024/2025 financial results
Mohamed El-Shimy, Minister of Public Enterprises Sector, chaired the General Assembly meeting of the Holding Company for Tourism and Hotels (HOTAC), attended by assembly members, the company’s board of directors—headed by Mohamed Magid Al-Menshawy—as well as representatives from the Accountability »»»
Beauty for Better Life empowers 1,000 women in Egypt over three years
The Beauty for a Better Life initiative continues to advance the economic and social empowerment of women in Egypt as it marks three years since its launch. The programme provides vocational training in beauty professions—including hairdressing and makeup artistry—offering women practical skills an»»»
Sen. John Fetterman leaves hospital after being treated for a fall - UPI.com
1 of 2 | U.S. Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., shared a selfie on social media on Saturday after taking a fall during a morning walk, which turned out to be the result of a ventricular fibrillation flare-up. Photo by John Fetterman/X Nov. 16 (UPI) -- Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., has returned home from a »»»
Dubai readies dazzling citywide festivities for New Year’s Eve
Dubai is preparing for a spectacular and historic welcome to the New Year 2026, with Burj Khalifa set to shine as the glittering centrepiece of a night like no other. The emirate is getting ready to host millions of residents and visitors as it transforms into one of the world’s most striking festi»»»
Partly cloudy weather in most regions Sunday night
Tunis, Nov. 16 (TAP) - Partly cloudy weather across most regions Sunday night is expected, according to forecasts by the National Institute of Meteorology.Winds will blow from the south, fairly strong along the eastern coasts and light to moderate...»»»
Israeli soldiers shoot at UN peacekeepers in southern Lebanon
The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) said Sunday that Israeli soldiers had shot at its peacekeepers from a tank near an army position in the country's south. Israel responded that it had not intended to open fire on the peacekeepers, who it had mistaken for "suspects". Israeli milit»»»
478 Killed in Traffic Accidents on Bulgarian Roads in 2024
In 2024, 478 people were killed and 9,054 injured in 7,173 serious traffic accidents in Bulgaria, the National Center of Public Health and Analyses (NCPHA) reported on its website on Thursday. Every year, Bulgaria joins the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims, which is observed every »»»