Dubai court declares Gulf national insolvent over Dh2.56m in unpaid debts
The Dubai Civil Court has declared a Gulf national insolvent after confirming his inability to repay outstanding debts owed to seven creditors, including banks, individuals and housing finance entities, amounting to a total of Dh2.56 million. The court accepted the insolvency application in form an»»»
32 Cubans Killed in US Raid in Venezuela
A total of 32 Cuban nationals were killed during the US attack on Caracas that culminated in the capture of Venezuela's president Nicolas Maduro, the government in Havana said Sunday. "As a result of the criminal attack carried out by the government of the United States" against Venezuela, "32 Cuba»»»
North Korea Says Latest Missile Tests Involve Hypersonic Weapons System
North Korea said Monday that leader Kim Jong Un observed test-flights of hypersonic missiles and underscored the need to bolster the country’s nuclear war deterrent, as the country dials up weapons displays ahead of its major political conference. North Korea reported on the drill a day after its n»»»
UDST College of General Education aligns learning with Qatar’s workforce development goals
Strategic Vision What are the key challenges and opportunities you see for the College of General Education at the University of Doha for Science and Technology today, and how are you working to align the College’s vision with Qatar’s national goals? The College of General Education (CGE) is the fi»»»
All 40 deceased victims of Swiss bar fire identified - UPI.com
Authorities on Sunday said all 40 victims of the Le Constellation bar fire on New Year's Eve have been identified. Photo by Jean-Christophe Bott/EPA Jan. 5 (UPI) -- All 40 victims of a Swiss bar fire that erupted New Year's Eve have been identified, according to police, who continue to investigate »»»
Over 20,000 apartments planned to be commissioned in 2026 through SMC - | 24.KG
In an interview with Kabar news agency, the President of Kyrgyzstan clarified the situation regarding housing being built by the State Mortgage Company (SMC). Sadyr Japarov responded to a question about Kurultai delegates, particularly migrants, believing SMC apartment prices are too high and wheth»»»
Israeli occupation forces storm the city of Qalqilya in occupied West Bank - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli occupation forces storm the city of Qalqilya in occupied West Bank 05-01-2026 08:23 AM Latest News Urgent News Israeli occupation f»»»
‘Perfect time’: Indian techie in UAE wins Dh100,000 Big Ticket amid job uncertainty
After nearly two decades of building a life in the UAE and quietly holding on to hope, an Indian expat has finally had his moment of joy.Mohammed Javeed Rajbhary, a 45-year-old IT professional from Hyderabad, won Dh100,000 in the Big Ticket weekly e-draw, a prize he describes as arriving “at the pe»»»
After Maduro, Who's Next? Trump Spurs Speculation about His Plans for Greenland, Cuba and Colombia
A day after the audacious US military operation in Venezuela, President Donald Trump on Sunday renewed his calls for an American takeover of the Danish territory of Greenland for the sake of US security interests and threatened military action on Colombia for facilitating the global sale of cocaine»»»
Trump Says Iran Will ‘Get Hit Very Hard’ if Protesters Killed
President Donald Trump warned Iran on Sunday that it would get "hit very hard" by the United States if more protesters die during demonstrations that have entered a second week. "We're watching it very closely. If they start killing people like they have in the past, I think they're going to get hi»»»
Hassad Food hosts children from Dreama center for training
Doha, Qatar: The Orphan Care Center “Dreama,” one of the centers under the umbrella of the Qatar Social Work Foundation, announced that Hassad Food Company hosted children from the center as part of the “Hassad Buds Training Program.” The initiative aims to empower and prepare the children by equip»»»
Ministry of Awqaf concludes annual sports tournament for Quran Centre students
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has concluded its annual sports tournament for students of Quran Teaching Centres for 2025, following weeks of competitive and educational activities that brought together students from across the country. The tournament, which kicked off on De»»»
Al-Talaa and Haddad Al-Tahadi Championships resume at Marmi International Festival 2026
Doha, Qatar: The organising committee of the 17th Marmi International Falconry and Hunting Festival (Marmi 2026) resumes the Al-Talaa and Haddad Al-Tahadi Championships today (Monday) after a forced suspension yesterday due to weather conditions. The festival is held under the patronage of H E Shei»»»
Safari launches Kebab and Biryani Festival
Doha, Qatar: Safari, the leading hypermarket chain in Doha that has earned a special place in the hearts of the public through numerous unique promotions and offers, has launched the Biryani and Kebab Festival across its outlets starting January 4, 2026. The festival has been introduced by Safari’s»»»
Workshop highlights human development and achieving sustainable accomplishment
Doha, Qatar: A psychological engineer Ahmed Mukhtar held a training workshop titled “Steps to Success” yesterday at La Cigale Hotel in Doha. The event was attended by several individuals interested in human development and self-improvement from various professional sectors. The workshop aimed to pr»»»
Medical camp organised by Islamic Cultural Center attracts hundreds in Al Khor City
Doha, Qatar: With the attendance of hundreds of workers, the Sheikh Abdulla Bin Zaid Al Mahmoud Islamic Cultural Center organised a medical camp for workers in Al Khor City, in coordination with the Primary Health Care Corporation. Through this initiative, the Center seeks to reach various segments»»»
Cultural and educational activities for Ethiopian community conclude
Doha, Qatar: In the presence of nearly 300 members of the Ethiopian Muslim community who speak Amharic and Oromo, the Ethiopian Muslim community concluded its activities at the Center. The Ethiopian community organises a variety of cultural and educational activities and places strong emphasis on r»»»
QNA begins training course to enhance skills for new employees
Doha, Qatar: Qatar News Agency (QNA) launched yesterday its first training course for 2026, entitled ‘Foundation Programme for New Employees,’ as part of its training programmes aimed at developing the skills of Qatari personnel and raising their efficiency in the fields of media and institutional »»»
Islamic Cultural Center concludes Umrah programme for outstanding students
Doha, Qatar: The Sheikh Abdulla Bin Zaid Al Mahmoud Islamic Cultural Center concluded the activities of the Umrah programme for outstanding Qatari students in private schools, which was held from December 25 to January 2. The programme was organised in coordination between the Ministry of Awqaf and»»»
Dana Gas receives $50 million Egypt payment to fund drilling and cut fuel imports
Dubai: Dana Gas has received a $50 million (Dh184 million) payment from the Egyptian government, a move that trims overdue receivables and supports an accelerated drilling push aimed at boosting domestic gas supply and cutting costly imports. The payment is tied to the company’s multi-year investme»»»
Gold Surges as US Capture of Venezuela President Spurs Safe-haven Demand
Gold prices climbed Monday and other precious metals surged, after the United States captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro over the weekend, escalating geopolitical tensions and lifting safe-haven demand. As of 0508 GMT, spot gold rose 1.8% to $4,406.77 per ounce, a one-week high. US gold fu»»»
‘Bharat Utsav 2026’ to showcase India’s cultural heritage
Doha, Qatar: Indian Cultural Centre in association with the Embassy of India will be presenting “Bharat Utsav 2026” (India Festival), a vibrant celebration of India’s rich and diverse cultural heritage. This grand two-day cultural extravaganza will be held on January 22 and 23, 2026, from 4pm to 11»»»
Souq Waqif Truffle Auction becomes a seasonal hub for traders and food lovers
Doha, Qatar: As dawn breaks over Doha, the eastern square of Souq Waqif comes alive with a unique seasonal ritual that draws traders, chefs and curious consumers alike. Every morning, the Souq Waqif Truffle Exhibition and Auction opens its gates, transforming the historic marketplace into a unified»»»
President Radev Expected to Hand First Exploratory Mandate to Form Government in Coming Days
President Rumen Radev is expected to hand the first exploratory mandate to form a government in the coming days. The head of state announced his intention on December 19, 2025, at the conclusion of consultations with representatives of the parliamentary groups in the 51st National Assembly, held fo»»»
North Korea tests hypersonic missiles as Kim cites 'geopolitical crisis' - UPI.com
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw hypersonic missile firing drills, state media reported Monday, citing a “grave geopolitical crisis." In this photo, viewers watch a news report about the missile launch, which took place Sunday. Photo by Yonhap SEOUL, Jan. 5 (UPI) -- North Korean leader Kim J»»»
Sadyr Japarov: Transition to 12-year education is an urgent need - | 24.KG
The transition to 12-year education is an urgent need. President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov stated this in an interview with Kabar news agency. He was responding to a question about concerns raised at the People’s Kurultai regarding the shortage of schools and whether this issue is related to the »»»
Hit and run driver fined Dh30,000 after knocking down pedestrian, Abu Dhabi court rules
An Abu Dhabi court has ordered a driver and an insurance company to jointly pay Dh30,000 in compensation to a pedestrian who was run over and left injured after the driver fled the scene of the accident. The ruling was issued by the Abu Dhabi Civil Family Court, which found that the driver had fail»»»
Bluefin Tuna Sells for Record $3.2 Million at Year-opening Auction at Tokyo Fish Market
A massive 243-kilogram (535-pound) bluefin tuna sold for a record 510 million yen ($3.2 million) at the first auction of 2026 at Tokyo's Toyosu fish market. The top bidder for the prized tuna at the predawn auction on Monday was Kiyomura Corp., whose owner Kiyoshi Kimura runs the popular Sushi Zanm»»»
US oil firms to head into Venezuela
Palm Beach: President Donald Trump said he would allow American oil companies to go into Venezuela to tap its massive crude reserves after a US military operation seized its leader Nicolas Maduro. The US military carried out a series of air strikes on Venezuela’s capital Caracas early on Saturday. »»»
Criminal Studies Institute records strong training performance in 2025
Doha, Qatar: The Criminal Studies Institute at the Public Prosecution has reported significant achievements in training, capacity building, and knowledge development throughout 2025, reflecting its continued commitment to enhancing the efficiency of the justice system and developing national compet»»»
Nomas Center holds second outdoor camp for girls
Doha, Qatar: The Nomas Center of the Ministry of Culture organised its second outdoor camp for girls at its headquarters. This initiative is part of the center’s efforts to strengthen national identity and instil authentic values in young people by offering a well-rounded educational and recreation»»»
Al Noor Center for the Blind celebrates World Braille Day
Doha, Qatar: Al Noor Center for the Blind, a member of the Qatar Social Work Foundation, celebrated World Braille Day, which falls on January 4 every year, and emphasised the pivotal role that Braille plays in the lives of people with visual impairments, as it is one of the basic pillars of knowled»»»
Turkiye’s 2025 exports rise by 4.5% reaching historic $273.4bn
Istanbul, Turkiye: Türkiye’s exports rose 4.5 percent year on year to 273.4bn in 2025, marking the highest export figure in the country’s history, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said. Speaking at an event in Istanbul, Erdogan said the country’s combined exports of goods and services were es»»»
Amputee Baumel wins Dakar first stage, Al Attiyah second
Yanbu, Saudi Arabia: Frenchman Mathieu Baumel hailed an “enormous triumph” as just a year after having his leg amputated he won the opening stage of the Dakar Rally alongside Belgian driver Guillaume De Mevius yesterday. Navigator Baumel was back at the race just 11 months after his right lower leg»»»
QNB and Mastercard expand payment services in Syria
Doha, Qatar: Mastercard announced that QNB Group, the largest financial institution in the Middle East and Africa, was granted a Mastercard license to extend its issuing and acquiring activities in Syria, enabling it to provide Mastercard payment solutions - accepted locally and internationally- to»»»
Science Ministry determines who will administer Nationwide Testing in 2026-2028 - | 24.KG
The Ministry of Science, Higher Education, and Innovation of Kyrgyzstan has determined who will administer the Nationwide Testing in 2026-2028. According to the ministry’s press service, the Center for Educational Assessment and Teaching Methods has been appointed as the authorized body for the Nat»»»
Construction of 134 educational institutions completed in 2025 - | 24.KG
From the beginning of 2025 to the present, construction of 134 educational institutions has been completed using funding from the national budget. President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov said in an interview with Kabar news agency. According to him, during this period, 60 schools and 28 kindergartens»»»
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Back-to-school alert: Dh,000 fine for ignoring school bus stop sign arm
Dubai: Abu Dhabi Police have issued a fresh warning to motorists to obey school bus ‘stop’ arms or face significant penalties, as more than one million students across the UAE return to classrooms for the start of the second term today. The reminder comes as approximately 1.1 million pupils from ki»»»
Yemen's Legitimate Govt Restores Control over Hadhramaut, Mahra
Yemen's legitimate government restored on Sunday control over the Hadhramaut and al-Mahra governorates. The National Shield forces, led by Hadhramaut Governor Salem al-Khanbashi, took control of the regions after the withdrawal of the Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces. Chairman of the Pres»»»
Qatar participates in Gulf Shield Exercise in Saudi Arabia
Doha, Qatar: The Gulf Shield Exercise (2026) activities were launched yesterday in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with the participation of Qatar Armed Forces and all member states of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). The exercise aims to enhance combat readiness, strengthen joint operations, and a»»»
QSE begins 2026 on bullish note reaching 10,785.36 points
Doha, Qatar: The positive trend in the Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) index continued at the beginning of 2026 as the QSE stocks witnessed growth in yesterday’s trading. The QSE index jumped 22.85 points or 0.21% in yesterday’s trading to close at 10,785.36 points. QSE figures attributed the recorded r»»»
DFI opens submissions for new cycle of Grants Programme
Doha, Qatar: The Doha Film Institute (DFI) has officially opened submissions for the new cycle of its Grants Programme, offering filmmakers worldwide a renewed opportunity to secure funding and support for original cinematic projects. The announcement, published on the Institute’s official social m»»»
Qatar’s ports container throughput hit 1.46 million TEUs in 2025
Doha, Qatar: Hamad, Ruwais and Doha ports showcased strong growth in 2025 reinforcing its vital role in driving national economic development after registering a steep rise in handling of cargoes, containers, RORO and building material volumes compared to same period in the previous year. “The tota»»»
Men arrested for fight in Bishkek cafe - | 24.KG
Police detained men who were involved in a fight in a café in Bishkek, the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of Oktyabrsky district reported. According to the police, at around 3:30 a.m. on January 2, a report was received about a fight taking place in a café located on Sukhe-Bator S»»»
HMC to host major conferences, workshops in 2026
Doha, Qatar: Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) has lined up high-impact conferences, workshops and scientific events for 2026, reinforcing its commitment to advancing clinical excellence, fostering professional development and enhancing patient care in the country. One of the main conferences schedul»»»
Smart City Solutions project first phase implemented
Doha, Qatar: As part of its efforts to humanise cities and improve urban services, the Ministry of Municipality (MoM) implemented the first phase of the Smart City Solutions Project, marking a significant step forward in Qatar’s journey towards smarter, more sustainable and people-centred urban dev»»»
Yellow Code Issued for Strong Winds in 14 Regions and Icy Conditions in Two Others
A yellow weather warning for strong winds and icy road conditions has been issued for 16 regions across Bulgaria on Thursday, according to the National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (NIMH). A yellow code for strong winds is in effect in the regions of Burgas, Varna, Veliko Tarnovo, Gabrovo»»»
Revealed: Most punctual airline in the Asia Pacific
Manila: For the first time, Philippine Airlines (PAL) has clinched the top spot as the most punctual airline in the Asia-Pacific region, boasting an impressive 83.12% on-time performance rate, according to data from London-based aviation analytics firm Cirium. Air New Zealand took second place, wi»»»
Why retired general Romeo Poquiz was arrested at the Philippines' NAIA
Dubai: Police on Monday morning arrested retired Air Force Major General Romeo Poquiz at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) over charges of inciting to sedition linked to his calls for the military to withdraw support from the administration. The former general, a vocal critic of Preside»»»