The governing coalition of Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is almost certain to win a single-party majority in a key parliamentary election Sunday, NHK public television and other major networks say, citing their exit polls. NHK says Takaichi’s governing coalition led by her Liberal Democrat»»»

Thailand’s Bhumjaithai Party, led by Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, was well ahead in Sunday’s snap general election, early results showed, putting it in a strong position to form a coalition after a campaign dominated by nationalist sentiment and a border dispute with Cambodia. Thai Prime Min»»»

Doha: Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Thani bin Abdullah Foundation for Humanitarian Services H E Sheikh Dr. Khalid bin Thani bin Abdullah Al Thani, on behalf of Chairman of the Board H E Sheikh Thani bin Abdullah Al Thani, inaugurated the Goodness Giving Ceremony, during which the F»»»

Liverpool: Manchester City captain Bernardo Silva said anything other than victory at Liverpool would have meant that the Premier League title race was all but over after Pep Guardiola's men snatched a dramatic 2-1 win at Anfield. The visitors were set to fall nine points behind leaders Arsenal as »»»

AlUla: The State of Qatar participated in the AlUla Conference for Emerging Market Economies, which kicked off Sunday in AlUla, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and runs for two days. The Minister of Finance, HE Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari represented the State of Qatar at the conference. This high-level annua»»»

Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar is taking part in the third edition of the World Defense Show, being held in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, from February 8 to 12. The Qatari delegation is led by Major General Dr. Ali Khajim Al Adhbi, Advisor at the Office of the Assistant Undersecretary of the Mi»»»

1 of 3 | Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi attends meeting of Party members of the Japan Innovation Party after the Lower House's plenary session at the National Diet in Tokyo on January 23. Photo by Keizo Mori/UPI | License Photo Feb. 8 (UPI) -- Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's snap el»»»

ALULA:The State of Qatar participated in the AlUla Conference for Emerging Market Economies, which kicked off on Sunday in AlUla, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and runs for two days. Minister of Finance HE Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari represented the State of Qatar at the conference. This high-level annual e»»»

A Ukrainian-born Russian man suspected of shooting and seriously wounding Vladimir Alekseyev, a senior Russian military intelligence officer, has been arrested in Dubai and extradited to Russia, the FSB security service said Sunday. The incident comes amid a series of attacks on high-ranking Russia»»»

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, resigned on Sunday after admitting he had advised the appointment of Peter Mandelson as ambassador to Washington, a decision criticised over his past links to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Embattled British Prime Mini»»»

Doha, Qatar: American golfer Patrick Reed was crowned champion of the 29th edition of the Qatar Masters Golf Championship, which kicked off last Thursday and concluded today at Doha Golf Club, with the participation of 144 world-ranked professional players representing 44 countries. The final day w»»»

A delegation from the Sharjah Ports and Border Points Organising Committee visited the Al Rawdah border crossing in Al Buraimi Governorate, Sultanate of Oman, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen coordination and operational integration between the two sides. The delegation was headed by Mohamm»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Minister of State for Foreign Trade Affairs, HE Dr. Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Sayed met Sunday with Minister of Commerce and Industry of the Republic of Panama, HE Julio Molto, who is visiting the country. The meeting reviewed cooperation ties between the two countries, ways to enhance»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Lebanon’s Public Health Ministry Expresses Surprise at Kuwaiti Statement on Blacklist Hospitals: A Precedent Inconsistent with Fraternal, D»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Mayor of Tripoli says building collapse left six martyrs and seven injuries, placing resignation of municipal council at the interior minis»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Civil Service and Government Development Bureau (CSGDB) announced the launch of the "Eskan" smart application, the officially approved platform for delivering government housing services in the State of Qatar, as part of ongoing efforts to enhance digital transformation and develop»»»

Tunis, Feb 8 (TAP) - The role of veterinarians within the "One Health and sustainable development" approach formed the central theme of the National Council of Veterinarians, kicked off on Saturday in Hammamet with the participation of a significant...»»»

DOHA: American golfer Patrick Reed was crowned champion of the 29th edition of the Qatar Masters Golf Championship at Doha Golf Club. The championship saw the participation of144 world-ranked professional players representing 44 countries. The final day witnessed intense competition among the leadi»»»

Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi has been handed further prison sentences of seven-and-a-half years by an Iranian court, her lawyer has said. The human rights activist was sentenced to six years for "gathering and collusion", and one-and-a-half years for "propaganda activities" by a court »»»

Doha, Qatar: Observed annually, National Sports Day has grown into a nationwide celebration of physical activity, wellness, and community spirit. Across fields, arenas, and stadiums, movement is expected to take the centre stage as people of all ages are encouraged to promote healthier lifestyles a»»»

Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty on Sunday called for the rapid deployment of an international stability force to monitor a ceasefire in Gaza and emphasised Cairo’s ongoing efforts to reach a consensual settlement regarding the Iranian nuclear file. In a telephone call with Greek Foreign Min»»»

When the next mission to the International Space Station blasts off from Florida next week, a special keepsake will be hitching a ride: a small stuffed rabbit. American astronaut and mother, Jessica Meir, one of the four-member crew, revealed Sunday that she'll take with her the cuddly toy that bel»»»

As globalization is fading and a multipolar world emerging, the question of identity is essential for people not to get lost. Between the abstract multicultural ideal and homogeneity aspirations, Russia presents itself as a unique ‘middle way’. Certainly, international law distinguishes between the»»»

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has branded Ukraine an “enemy” over its demands that Hungary stop buying Russian oil and gas. Budapest has resisted the EU’s attempts to phase out Russian energy supplies as part of sanctions imposed on Russia over the Ukraine conflict, which escalated in Febru»»»

Dubai: The UAE Council for Fatwa has set the official amounts and cash values for Zakat Al Fitr, Fidyah and related Ramadan payments for 2026, following a field price study conducted with the Ministry of Economy and Tourism. The council said Zakat Al Fitr is fixed at 2.5 kg of rice per person, or D»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar reporter: Building collapse in Tripoli has so far left 7 deaths, 7 injuries 08-02-2026 19:42 PM Latest News Urgent News Al-Manar r»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Financial Center (QFC) has announced that more than 300 companies were registered during Web Summit Qatar 2026, while around 2,300 firms submitted applications for business licensing across a range of key sectors. In a statement, the QFC said the applications were concentrate»»»

Bulgarian authorities said on Sunday they found the bodies of three suspects wanted over a triple murder linked to an allegedly shady NGO which one prosecutor said was like something out of TV series Twin Peaks. The three — two men and a 15-year-old boy — were found on Sunday, dead from gunshots, i»»»

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, quit on Sunday, saying he took responsibility for advising Starmer to name Peter Mandelson as ambassador to the US despite his known links to Jeffrey Epstein. After new files revealed the depth of the Labour veteran's relations»»»

Occupied Jerusalem: Dozens of settlers stormed the courtyards of the Al Aqsa Mosque on Sunday and performed Talmudic rituals under the protection of the Israeli occupation forces. The settlers stormed the mosque through the Mughrabi Gate, and performed provocative tours and Talmudic rituals in its »»»

Iran sentenced Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi to over seven more years in prison after she began a hunger strike, supporters said Sunday. Mohammadi’s supporters cited her lawyer, who spoke to Mohammadi. The lawyer, Mostafa Nili, confirmed the sentence on X, saying it had been handed do»»»

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has secured a decisive mandate after her Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) stormed to a landslide victory in the February 8 general election, in the process consolidating power in the House of Representatives and reshaping Japan’s political landscape for at least»»»

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has secured a decisive mandate after her Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) stormed to a landslide victory in the February 8 general election, in the process consolidating power in the House of Representatives and reshaping Japan’s political landscape for at least»»»

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has secured a decisive mandate after her Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) stormed to a landslide victory in the February 8 general election, in the process consolidating power in the House of Representatives and reshaping Japan’s political landscape for at least»»»

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has secured a decisive mandate after her Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) stormed to a landslide victory in the February 8 general election, in the process consolidating power in the House of Representatives and reshaping Japan’s political landscape for at least»»»

The world faces escalating and uneven costs from climate adaptation as rising temperatures, extreme weather events and sea-level rise strain public finances and economic productivity, according to new research from the McKinsey Global Institute. »»»

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has secured a decisive mandate after her Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) stormed to a landslide victory in the February 8 general election, in the process consolidating power in the House of Representatives and reshaping Japan’s political landscape for at least»»»

The world faces escalating and uneven costs from climate adaptation as rising temperatures, extreme weather events and sea-level rise strain public finances and economic productivity, according to new research from the McKinsey Global Institute. »»»

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has secured a decisive mandate after her Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) stormed to a landslide victory in the February 8 general election, in the process consolidating power in the House of Representatives and reshaping Japan’s political landscape for at least»»»

The world faces escalating and uneven costs from climate adaptation as rising temperatures, extreme weather events and sea-level rise strain public finances and economic productivity, according to new research from the McKinsey Global Institute. »»»

The world faces escalating and uneven costs from climate adaptation as rising temperatures, extreme weather events and sea-level rise strain public finances and economic productivity, according to new research from the McKinsey Global Institute. »»»

Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the US is urging Ukraine and Russia to end their war before the start of summer, ahead of the US key mid-term elections. Zelenskiy told reporters at the weekend that Donald Trump’s delegation to th»»»

MILAN: President of the Olympic Council of Asia and President of the Qatar Olympic Committee HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani attended part of the competitions of the Milan–Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games, hosted by Italy from February 6 to 22, with the participation of elite athletes from arou»»»

The toll in a building collapse in the northern Lebanese city of Tripoli on Sunday rose to five dead, state media reported, as rescuers searched for survivors in the second such incident in weeks. The state-run National News Agency reported "the collapse of an old building" in Tripoli's Bab Al Tabb»»»

Tunis, Feb 8 (TAP) - The journey time aboard the rapid train between Bardo and Barcelona Square stations will not exceed seven minutes once works are completed, Tunis Rapid Railway Network Company (RFR) CEO Hichem Kaderi indicated.In an interview...»»»

The world faces escalating and uneven costs from climate adaptation as rising temperatures, extreme weather events and sea-level rise strain public finances and economic productivity, according to new research from the McKinsey Global Institute. »»»

Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the US is urging Ukraine and Russia to end their war before the start of summer, ahead of the US key mid-term elections. Zelenskiy told reporters at the weekend that Donald Trump’s delegation to th»»»

Gold prices in Egypt’s local market declined by EGP 150, or 2.2%, over the past week, even as global gold prices posted gains, reflecting a correction driven by a narrowing pricing gap between local and international markets. According to a report issued by online gold and jewellery trading platfor»»»

Egyptian asset manager engazaat plans to invest more than $100m over the next two years to support its regional expansion in climate infrastructure, the company announced on Sunday. The investment is part of a total project pipeline valued at $250m. The firm, which specialises in water-energy-food »»»