UDST marks International Day of Education
Doha: The University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) marked the International Day of Education by hosting a special event titled ‘Empowering Teachers. Inspiring Futures.’ The event brought together educators, academic leaders, and education professionals to celebrate the vital role of tea»»»
Shura attends IPU parliamentary hearings
New York: The Shura Council participated over two days in the 2026 Parliamentary Hearing organized by the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) in cooperation with the United Nations at its headquarters in New York, under the theme “Parliaments and the United Nations: Better together, delivering for the »»»
Cuba crisis deepens as US blockade starves island of oil
Elena GyldenkerneThe United Nations says it is deeply alarmed by the worsening crisis in Cuba. The Caribbean island is struggling under a de facto US blockade on oil shipments. https://p.dw.com/p/58mU0AdvertisementTourists are rushing to leave Cuba as fuel shortages and nationwide power cuts halt t»»»
Indonesian Foreign Ministry receives credentials of Qatar’s Ambassador
Chief of State Protocol and Acting Director General of Protocol and Consular Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia, Andy Rachmianto, received a copy of the credentials of H E Dr. Sultan bin Mubarak Saad Al Dosari as Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Indonesia.»»»
Syrian Medical Association in Qatar gains first official recognition abroad
Doha, Qatar: The Syrian Medical Association in Qatar announced its formal accreditation as the first officially recognised Syrian doctors’ association outside Syria during its sixth medical conference, held at Sheraton Hotel. The high-level gathering reflected the association’s growing professional»»»
AgriteQ highlights research-driven solutions for food security
Doha, Qatar: The Agricultural Research and Food Security Forum was held as part of the third day’s activities of the Qatar International Agricultural Exhibition (AgriteQ 13), with the participation of a distinguished group of researchers and experts. The forum discussed the latest research-driven s»»»
Tasklink launched as smart platform for hiring technical talent and freelancers
Doha, Qatar: As the digital business environment continues to evolve at a rapid pace, Tasklink has been launched as a specialised smart digital platform focused on hiring technical professionals and freelancers. The platform aims to enable companies to access technical expertise quickly and in a st»»»
New Zealand Braces for More Flooding After Road Collapses, One Death
New Zealand's weather forecaster on Sunday warned more flooding could hit the country's North Island, a day after floods caused power outages, road collapses, home evacuations and was linked to the death of a man whose vehicle was submerged on a highway. There was "threat to life from dangerous ri»»»
IMF Mission in Lebanon Discussed Improving Draft Funding Shortfall Law
An International Monetary Fund mission to Lebanon this week discussed improvements needed to a draft law aimed at addressing huge losses in the country's financial system to align it with international principles, the IMF said. The law aims to address a vast funding shortfall resulting from»»»
QMC honoured at Amir’s Sword Equestrian Festival
President of the Qatar Olympic Committee H E Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, honouring the Qatar Media Corporation (QMC) at the conclusion of the H H The Amir’s Sword Equestrian Festival 2026, in recognition of its role as the festival’s media partner. The commemorative shield was received by Dire»»»
Al Misnad meets Syrian Minister of Social Affairs
Minister of State for International Cooperation H E Dr. Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad met Minister of Social Affairs and Labour of the Syrian Arab Republic H E Hind Kabawat on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference. During the meeting, they discussed cooperative relations and ways t»»»
‘First Feline’ Larry Marks 15 Years as Britain’s Political Top Cat
In turbulent political times, stability comes with four legs, whiskers and a fondness for napping. Larry the cat celebrates 15 years on Sunday as the British government’s official rodent-catcher and unofficial first feline, a reassuring presence who has served under six prime ministers. Sometimes i»»»
Watan Leaders 2026 Programme launched to empower next generation
Doha, Qatar: A ceremony marking the launch of the “Watan Leaders 2026” programme and the graduation of the 2025 cohort of the programme yesterday brought together senior officials, youth leaders and representatives of key national institutions, underscoring Qatar’s commitment to empowering the next»»»
Qatar unveils national AI programme to accelerate research and economic growth
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) and the Qatar Research, Development and Innovation (QRDI) Council have launched the ‘Artificial Intelligence for Qatar’ programme, a new national initiative aimed at boosting strategic research partnerships and advancing »»»
Israeli FM Saar to Attend Trump’s First Board of Peace Meeting on Thursday, Officials Say
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar will attend U.S. President Donald Trump's first formal Board of Peace meeting on February 19, two Israeli officials said on Saturday. US officials told Reuters this week that Trump will announce a multi-billion-dollar reconstruction plan for Gaza and detail plan»»»
Awqaf Ministry readies mosques for Ramadan, over 1,000 prayer spaces dedicated for women
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has announced full readiness of mosques across Qatar for the holy month of Ramadan, including the opening of new mosques, comprehensive maintenance works, and the allocation of more than 1,000 dedicated prayer spaces for women. The announcement»»»
Indian student found dead six days after going missing in California
A 22-year-old Indian student has been found dead in California, six days after going missing, authorities confirmed. The Indian Consulate in San Francisco confirmed the recovery of Saketh Sreenivasaiah’s body and assured full assistance with repatriation. In a statement, the consulate said: "We ext»»»
‘Education Excellence Award a national investment in human capital’
Doha: CEO of the Qatar Education Excellence Award Maryam Abdullah Al Mohannadi has affirmed that the award represents a national project and a sustainable investment in human capital, noting that the growing interest of Qatari society in educational excellence aligns with the vision of the wise lea»»»
Russian Armed Forces Continue Their Offensive in Almost All Directions - Gerasimov
Troops of the Russian joint group continue their offensive in almost all directions, Chief of the General Staff of the Russian Armed Forces Valery Gerasimov said. Gerasimov checked the progress of combat missions by formations and military units of the Tsentr battlegroup, the Russian Defense Minist»»»
Cooperation 'Only Right Choice' for China–US Ties — FM Wang Yi
Speaking at the Munich Security Conference, China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi outlined Beijing’s vision ahead of a planned summit between President Xi Jinping and President Donald Trump. Wang stressed that China approaches relations with the US with “mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and moving »»»
Orbán: Sovereign foreign policy is the precondition of national independence
At Várkert Bazár, Prime Minister Orbán delivered his 2026 state of the nation address as a clear campaign marker, placing sovereignty, energy security and family policy at the center of the coming election. “Sovereign foreign policy is the precondition of national independence,” PM Orbán declared, »»»
US Caribbean Buildup Near $3B — Reports
The US military surge around Venezuela that culminated in the military aggression and abduction of President Nicolas Maduro is approaching a $3 billion price tag, Bloomberg reported. Bloomberg calculations show the deployment at its peak cost more than $20 million a day, with as much as 20% of the »»»
Alberta Secession Talk Grows, Trump Allies Cheer — Reports
Oil-rich Alberta is preparing for a possible independence referendum later this year, with supporters crediting President Donald Trump’s rhetoric for energizing their movement, The Wall Street Journal reported. Alberta secessionists see Trump-era politics as an opportunity to push back against Otta»»»
Indian passport rises in February: 56 countries now visa-free – see the complete list
With Eid and the holiday season approaching, Indian travellers have more options than ever: India’s passport has climbed to 75th place in the February 2026 Henley Passport Index, up from 85th last year and 80th at the start of 2026. Also Read: Indian passport climbs to 75th in Feb 2026, visa-free a»»»
Band of Korea injects $3.3bn in fresh notes ahead of Lunar New Year
The Bank of Korea (BOK) has released a net KRW4.76 trillion in new banknotes into the financial system in the run-up to the Lunar New Year, as households prepare for one of the country’s busiest cash periods, the Yonhap News Agency reports. »»»
COMMENT: Beijing’s T-bond trim indicative of an eventual dollar dump
Reports that Chinese regulators have instructed banks to curb exposure to US Treasuries have prompted the usual speculation about a financial decoupling in recent days, a note by Capital Economics says. According to t»»»
Japan’s PayPay files for Nasdaq listing as US push gathers pace
PayPay Corp has formally lodged paperwork for a US initial public offering (IPO), setting its sights on a Nasdaq debut as early as March in a move that would mark one of the largest overseas listings by a Japanese fintech group in recent years, Kyodo News reports. »»»
COMMENT: Beijing’s T-bond trim indicative of an eventual dollar dump
Reports that Chinese regulators have instructed banks to curb exposure to US Treasuries have prompted the usual speculation about a financial decoupling in recent days, a note by Capital Economics says. According to t»»»
COMMENT: Beijing’s T-bond trim indicative of an eventual dollar dump
Reports that Chinese regulators have instructed banks to curb exposure to US Treasuries have prompted the usual speculation about a financial decoupling in recent days, a note by Capital Economics says. According to t»»»
COMMENT: Beijing’s T-bond trim indicative of an eventual dollar dump
Reports that Chinese regulators have instructed banks to curb exposure to US Treasuries have prompted the usual speculation about a financial decoupling in recent days, a note by Capital Economics says. According to t»»»
COMMENT: Beijing’s T-bond trim indicative of an eventual dollar dump
Reports that Chinese regulators have instructed banks to curb exposure to US Treasuries have prompted the usual speculation about a financial decoupling in recent days, a note by Capital Economics says. According to t»»»
COMMENT: Beijing’s T-bond trim indicative of an eventual dollar dump
Reports that Chinese regulators have instructed banks to curb exposure to US Treasuries have prompted the usual speculation about a financial decoupling in recent days, a note by Capital Economics says. According to t»»»
COMMENT: Beijing’s T-bond trim indicative of an eventual dollar dump
Reports that Chinese regulators have instructed banks to curb exposure to US Treasuries have prompted the usual speculation about a financial decoupling in recent days, a note by Capital Economics says. According to t»»»
COMMENT: Beijing’s T-bond trim indicative of an eventual dollar dump
Reports that Chinese regulators have instructed banks to curb exposure to US Treasuries have prompted the usual speculation about a financial decoupling in recent days, a note by Capital Economics says. According to t»»»
COMMENT: Beijing’s T-bond trim indicative of an eventual dollar dump
Reports that Chinese regulators have instructed banks to curb exposure to US Treasuries have prompted the usual speculation about a financial decoupling in recent days, a note by Capital Economics says. According to t»»»
Estonia warns of rising Russian pressure and global power shifts in new report
Estonia’s Foreign Intelligence Service has published its 2026 yearbook, offering a stark assessment of the security environment facing the Baltic state. The 86-page report argues that Russia remains the principal threat, even as it projects a facade of diplomatic engagement, Estonia’s national broa»»»
French prosecutors announce special team to analyse Epstein files
The Paris prosecutor's office on Saturday announced it was setting up a special team to analyse files relating to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and investigate suspected crimes involving French nationals. As part of that initiative, they will be reopening their files on the late »»»
Oman police stop group of women for immodest clothing, public behaviour
Muscat: The Royal Oman Police (ROP) have stopped a group of women of Asian and Arab origin for appearing in public wearing what authorities described as immodest clothing. The women were also reported to be engaging in behaviour considered contrary to public morals and standards of decency. Also Re»»»
Temperatures drop, strong winds: What to expect across the UAE this week
The UAE is set to experience a spell of unsettled weather in the coming days, with falling temperatures, dust, and reduced visibility, the National Centre of Meteorology has warned. A high-pressure system is influencing conditions across the country. Sunday is expected to remain generally fair to p»»»
Clown show’: Obama breaks silence on ape video posted on Trump’s Truth Social
Barack Obama has rebuked what he described as a political “clown show” after a racist animated clip portraying him and Michelle Obama was posted on Donald Trump’s Truth Social account. Speaking on a podcast, the former president said the “shame” and “decorum” that once defined public office had ero»»»
U.S. Central Command strikes Islamic State in Syria - UPI.com
U.S. Central Command conducted aerial strikes against more than 30 ISIS targets in Syria from February 3 through Thursday. Photo courtesy of U.S. Central Command Feb. 14 (UPI) -- The U.S. military struck dozens of Islamic State targets in Syria while conducting retaliatory strikes for the deaths of»»»
Shrinking cloud cover adds to accelerating Climate Crisis
Earth’s cloud cover is diminishing in key regions, reducing the planet’s ability to reflect sunlight back into space and adding to the accelerating Climate Crisis, research reported by Science found. As bne IntelliNews rep»»»
Shrinking cloud cover adds to accelerating Climate Crisis
Earth’s cloud cover is diminishing in key regions, reducing the planet’s ability to reflect sunlight back into space and adding to the accelerating Climate Crisis, research reported by Science found. As bne IntelliNews rep»»»
Shrinking cloud cover adds to accelerating Climate Crisis
Earth’s cloud cover is diminishing in key regions, reducing the planet’s ability to reflect sunlight back into space and adding to the accelerating Climate Crisis, research reported by Science found. As bne IntelliNews rep»»»
CENTRAL ASIA BLOG: There’s something very ‘JFK’ about the secrets of Kazakhstan’s Bloody January
Set out to solve the mystery of Kazakhstan’s Bloody January events of 2022 and expect to find yourself hindered by the same kind of perplexity and uncertainty that afflicts those who attempt to unravel the truth behind the assassination of JFK. »»»
Shrinking cloud cover adds to accelerating Climate Crisis
Earth’s cloud cover is diminishing in key regions, reducing the planet’s ability to reflect sunlight back into space and adding to the accelerating Climate Crisis, research reported by Science found. As bne IntelliNews rep»»»
Shrinking cloud cover adds to accelerating Climate Crisis
Earth’s cloud cover is diminishing in key regions, reducing the planet’s ability to reflect sunlight back into space and adding to the accelerating Climate Crisis, research reported by Science found. As bne IntelliNews rep»»»
Kim inspects memorial to heroes who died in Kursk liberation (PHOTOS)
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has visited the construction site of the Memorial Museum of Combat Feats at Overseas Military Operations, dedicated to troops who took part in the operation to liberate Kursk Region, Russia. Last spring, North Korean troops, acting under the June 2024 Comprehensive S»»»
Everyone says AI will steal junior jobs. Here’s what’s actually happening
Dubai: For months, a steady narrative has taken hold among students, parents and fresh graduates: if artificial intelligence can write, analyse, code and summarise faster than a human, what will be left for someone applying for their very first job? Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheque»»»
An abduction, a Bitcoin demand and a TV icon - why Nancy Guthrie's case has gripped the US
Before the sun rose over a barren desert landscape, YouTuber Jimmy Williams watched as hundreds of subscribers took to his online chat room. A laptop balanced precariously on his knees, his iPhone framed by a ring light, he spends several hours a day dissecting the details of Nancy Guthrie's sudden»»»