Philippines BARMM votes: 13 parties battle for power in historic poll
Nearly 2.4M voters will choose lawmakers, parties in BARMM’s first parliamentary election Manila: Peace dividends are expected to be reaped from Monday's parliamentary elections of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), potentially unlocking critical political, economic, and s»»»
QF’s BOTaina bags 5 golds at MENA Stevie Awards
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Foundation’s AI-powered digital assistant, BOTaina, has earned five Gold Awards at the 2025 MENA Stevie Awards – an achievement that highlights QF’s expanding abilities in digital innovation. BOTaina was recognised for its excellence in AI innovation, strategy, imple»»»
S’hail 2026 crowns a decade of passion, heritage and national industry
Khaled Al Hameidi Doha The 10th edition of the Katara International Hunting and Falconry Exhibition, S’hail 2026, concluded on Saturday after days of strong public attendance, international participation and wide engagement from hunting and falconry enthusiasts, specialists and companies, bringing »»»
Al Marri calls for greater investment in skills and reskilling
The reforms include a non-discriminatory minimum wage, a strengthened Wage Protection System, improved labour mobility regulations, enhanced labour inspection and occupational safety measures, and mechanisms for labour dispute settlement and access to justice. He also stressed the need for greater »»»
HEC Paris Doha to host online session on leadership and Executive MBA
Tribune News Network Doha What does it take to move beyond managing teams and become a leader who creates a lasting impact? HEC Paris, Doha will explore this question during an online information session, “Lead with Impact: Discover the HEC Paris Executive MBA,” on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. Desi»»»
QSE launches inaugural Qatar Architecture Award
QNA Doha The Qatar Society of Engineers (QSE) has launched the inaugural Qatar Architecture Award 2026 establishing a national platform to promote architectural excellence and innovation, empower local talent and advance sustainable solutions tailored to the needs of Qatari families. The inaugural »»»
MoSDF launches ‘Digitally Aware Family’ campaign
QNA Doha The Ministry of Social Development and Family launched the national “Digitally Aware Family” campaign on Sunday under the slogan “Their Protection, Your Responsibility,” with the participation of 20 national entities. The initiative aims to enhance digital safety awareness, empower familie»»»
Qatar participates in International Space Summit 2026 in Paris
Tribune News Network Paris The State of Qatar participated in the International Space Summit, held in Paris, France, on 9–10 September 2026. Qatar’s delegation was led by Minister of Communications and Information Technology H.E. Mohammed bin Ali Al Mannai. The Summit brought together Heads of Stat»»»
Sam Altman and Elon Musk back calls to slow AI development
OpenAI chief Sam Altman and xAI owner Elon Musk have backed calls to immediately slow the development of increasingly powerful AI models. Their statements came after Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei warned that AI could outpace human control and cause catastrophic damage within months. Four days ago, res»»»
Territory is hardest obstacle to Ukraine peace, Kushner says
The territorial dispute between Moscow and Kiev remains the main obstacle to ending the Ukraine conflict, Jared Kushner, US special envoy and President Donald Trump’s son-in-law, has said. His comments came after he and fellow envoy Steve Witkoff traveled to Moscow and Kiev for high-level talks on »»»
Poland, Ukraine slam Russian strikes near border as 'escalation'
Poland and Ukraine on Sunday denounced Russian strikes close to the Polish border, including on a Warsaw-bound train and near a frontier checkpoint -- as an "escalation" in the war. Ukraine's rail operator said former British prime minister Boris Johnson and ex-US CIA director David Petraeus were a»»»
Sweden's centre-left opposition leads election as far-right slips, exit polls show
Sweden's centre-left wing bloc, led by the Social Democrats, held an early lead at 51.3% in a parliamentary election on Sunday, an exit poll by broadcaster SVT showed. Early results from the Swedish Election Authority were expected within hours. Sweden's centre-left parties, which back »»»
Jaipur man on the run after killing wife and three daughters is caught
Police said the accused was identified with the help of CCTV footage Rajasthan Police have arrested Rahul Jha (45), who allegedly fled after murdering his wife and three daughters in Jaipur. According to police sources, he was apprehended in the Reengus area of Sikar after a special team tracked hi»»»
Ecomondo 2026 expands global reach with focus on circular economy, AI, textiles
Italian Exhibition Group (IEG) is set to expand the international scope of Ecomondo in 2026, with the 29th edition of the green, blue and circular economy event scheduled to take place from 3 to 6 November at the Rimini Expo Centre in Italy. The 2026 edition will introduce a revamped exhibition lay»»»
Egyptian Competition Authority approves seven M&A, joint venture transactions
The Egyptian Competition Authority (ECA) has approved seven applications involving mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures as part of its review of economic concentration transactions. The approvals include the proposed acquisition by Indo Suez for General Trading of a 51% stake in Fanar Foods. T»»»
Dubai Police showcases tourist security services at Arabian Travel Market
Smart platforms, cyber awareness and partner cooperation boost tourist safety Dubai Police, represented by the Tourist Police Department at the General Department of Criminal Investigation, will participate with a dedicated platform at Arabian Travel Market 2026, which opens tomorrow at Dubai World»»»
Haaland fires 10-man Man City to memorable win over Man Utd
Manchester: Erling Haaland fired 10-man Manchester City to a memorable 1-0 victory over Manchester United despite Phil Foden's first-half red card to extend a perfect start to Enzo Maresca's reign. Foden kicked out at United captain Bruno Fernandes on 23 minutes to give the visitors a mountain to c»»»
Southern Lebanon on edge as escalation and shelling shatter hopes of return
Beirut: Between villages whose residents have been displaced, homes reduced to rubble, and towns where those who remain live under the constant threat of shelling and tension, the future of southern Lebanon is becoming increasingly uncertain as Israeli offensives continue and the area under militar»»»
Cityscape Egypt’s 2026 cancellation raises questions over changing real estate market priorities
The decision to replace Cityscape Egypt’s 2026 real estate exhibition with a one-day forum has raised questions over whether the move reflects a broader shift in the Egyptian property market, as developers reassess marketing spending, sales strategies, and investment priorities amid rising costs an»»»
Putin urges youth to ‘change the world together’ in address to International Festival of Youth
Russian President Vladimir Putin called on delegates to “change the world together” and build a “just world” in a televised address on September 13 to 10,000 young people gathered for the opening ceremony of the International Festival of Youth in Ekaterinburg. In a speech broadcast to participants »»»
Marsoum Developments launches The Central Gate in West Cairo
Marsoum Developments has launched The Central Gate, its second project in the Egyptian market, in Hadayek October, as the company expands its presence in West Cairo. The mixed-use project covers 80 feddans and is located directly on the Central Ring Road. It will include residential, commercial, ad»»»
Justice Minister Says Alert Received over Attempt to Influence Magistrates' SJC Vote
There is an alert about an attempt to influence magistrates in the election of their representatives to the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC), Justice Minister Nikolay Naydenov said in an interview with bTV on Sunday. The Justice Ministry’s website has a form for submitting alerts about attempts to in»»»
Trump administration reluctant to slow AI, Democrats see urgent need
Republicans warn strict AI curbs could hand strategic edge to China US President Donald Trump and key allies voiced opposition Sunday to drastically curbing the development of artificial intelligence, despite calls in recent days from leading industry figures to tap the brakes. The rapid developmen»»»
Syria hosts 356 firms at “Emaar 2026” reconstruction fair at Damascus Fairgrounds
Damascus, Sep.13 (SANA) The second edition of the Syria Reconstruction International Exhibition “Emaar 2026” kicked off on Sunday at the Damascus Fairgrounds, organized by “Effect Plus” for exhibitions and conferences. The four-day event, running from 13 to 16 September, is held under the patronage»»»
US embassy in Beirut: Lebanese and Israeli ambassadors will meet in Washington next week to discuss the implementation of the “Framework Agreement” - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Dh30,000 search for her missing dog Jiku: 'I cannot accept that this is where our story ends'
Priyanka Tamang tells Gulf News about the August sighting that nearly ended the search Dubai: Over two months after Jiku disappeared from Al Mushrif in Abu Dhabi, the reward for his safe return has doubled to Dh30,000, after a Dubai businesswoman who heard his story added Dh15,000 of her own. Speak»»»
Jordan-EU investment conference to build deeper economic partnerships – JCI chairman
AMMAN — Jordan and Amman Chambers of Commerce Chairman, Khalil Haj Tawfiq, said on Saturday that an upcoming Jordan-EU Investment Conference is a key milestone in advancing economic relations between the Kingdom and EU nations, and forging deeper economic partnerships that go beyond the scope of tr»»»
New ESG Code seeks to align Jordanian companies with global standards
AMMAN — The Jordan Securities Commission (JSC), with support from the International Finance Corporation (IFC), launched recently an Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Code for listed companies, aimed at strengthening corporate governance, sustainability and resilience and enhancing Jordan’s»»»
Swedish far-right eyes role in government
As Sweden heads into a closely fought election, the far right is gaining ground by tapping into concerns over crime and security, issues that some voters increasingly associate with migration. On FRANCE 24, Stockholm University sociologist Zeth Isaksson said the movement has also softened its image»»»
Hormuz to Red Sea: How Iran is widening the war to gain leverage against US
Tehran raises costs for Washington as widening conflict creates fresh bargaining power Dubai: Iran is blockaded, heavily sanctioned and under enormous economic pressure. Yet after months in which Washington appeared to be tightening the screws, Tehran may have found a way to claw back leverage — by»»»
Israeli air raid targets Al-Qantara town, South Lebanon: Al-Manar reporter - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Is Hezbollah reviving the Captagon war against the Arab Gulf? – Ya Libnan
Share: Photo illustration – Captagon flows toward the Arab Gulf, while the profits flow back to finance Hezbollah’s weapons and wars. Nearly 450,000 Captagon pills have reportedly been seized in recent Syrian operations. The shipments have not yet been publicly tied to Hezbollah—but the group’s his»»»
Team Qatar wins LMGT3 at Silverstone, takes Championship lead
DOHA: Team Qatar by Iron Lynx secured a major victory in the Goodyear 4 Hours of Silverstone, Round 5 of the 2026 European Le Mans Series (ELMS), taking first place in the LMGT3 category with the #62 Mercedes-AMG LMGT3. The team, supported by the Qatar Motor and Motorcycle Federation (QMMF), claime»»»
40 Hungarians evacuated as wildfire still rages on Croatia’s Brač island
A group of 40 Hungarians was evacuated from Milna on the Croatian island of Brač as a major wildfire continued to threaten coastal areas. Hundreds of people were moved to safety overnight, while a 76-year-old woman was reported to be in critical condition. Hungarian authorities say they have no inf»»»
Saudi Arabia uncovers first-century Hijri Islamic mosque in Baha Region
Granite-built mosque unearthed during fourth excavation season in Baha Dubai: Saudi Arabia’s Heritage Commission has discovered a mosque dating to the first century of the Islamic calendar at the Al Maallamah site in the southwestern Baha region, shedding new light on the Kingdom’s early Islamic ar»»»
Media outlets report loud explosions shaking Khamis Mushait in Saudi Arabia - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Zionist artillery targets Beit Yahoun town, South Lebanon: Al-Manar reporter - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Russia Strives for a Fairer World With Equal Access for All - Putin
Russia is fighting to ensure that every nation has equal access to medicines, food, energy, and the opportunity to receive an education and use the latest technologies, Russian President Vladimir Putin said. The President sent a video address to the participants of the International Youth Festival.»»»
President to Decide in Coming Days on Convening National Security Council
Speaking on Nova TV on Sunday, President Iliana Iotova said she would decide within the next few days whether to convene the Consultative Council for National Security (CCNS). On Saturday, reporters asked her whether she might convene the Council following further explosions at EMCO depots, and Iot»»»
Yemen: Houthi offensive triggers new displacement crisis
More than 70,000 people have fled their homes in Yemen after Iran-backed Houthi rebels launched an offensive to seize the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, with many escaping to Aden and around 1,400 crossing into neighbouring Djibouti. The UN and IOM warn the new displacement wave is worsening an already dire»»»
Dubai's Sheikh Hamdan shares dramatic sea adventure collage
From monochrome to colour, royal sea adventure lights up Instagram Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, is known for both his adventurous spirit and his photography. Today, he shared both with his followers and fans.»»»
World championship leader Antonelli wins Spanish GP
Madrid: Kimi Antonelli extended his lead in the world championship with his eighth victory of the season at the Spanish Formula One Grand Prix at the Madring on Sunday. The 20-year-old Mercedes driver finished clear of Max Verstappen (Red Bull) and Lando Norris (McLaren) and is now 81 points ahead »»»
Temu, Shein and AliExpress lose ground in Hungary after new EU customs charge
Hungarian shoppers are becoming more cautious about ordering from Temu, Shein and AliExpress after new EU customs rules made low-value purchases from outside the bloc more expensive. PwC Hungary says shopping habits are already shifting, while some European marketplaces are beginning to benefit. Th»»»
What UAE residents need to know tonight as US-Iran tensions continue (Sept. 13)
Iran is set to meet Gulf states in Oman on Monday to discuss the Strait of Hormuz Dubai: Diplomatic efforts over the Strait of Hormuz, fresh attacks in the region and disruptions to energy supplies are among the latest developments as the Iran war continues. For UAE residents, the key areas to watc»»»
French interior minister urges caution over mystery train derailment
Paris, France: France's interior minister on Sunday urged caution as authorities investigated the derailment of a train that injured 44 people, amid questions over whether the incident could have been an act of sabotage. The train, carrying 186 passengers, derailed on Friday between the Normandy ci»»»
Saudi pipeline outage threatens loss of 4% of global oil supply: Reuters - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Israeli enemy carries out a new bombing in Kawnin town, South Lebanon: Al-Manar reporter - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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World Youth Festival Gets into Full Swing in Russia’s Yekaterinburg
The festival’s third day is packed with lectures, excursions, concerts and cultural events, giving thousands of participants a chance to discover Russia and the Urals and share their own cultures. Participants are touring the EXPO Center, attending educational sessions and enjoying performances of »»»
Qatar Foundation's BOTaina secures five gold awards at MENA Stevie Awards
DOHA: Qatar Foundation's AI-powered digital assistant, BOTaina, has earned five Gold Awards at the 2025 MENA Stevie Awards – an achievement that highlights QF's expanding abilities in digital innovation. BOTaina was recognized for its excellence in AI innovation, strategy, implementation, and techn»»»
Israeli enemy carries out a new bombing in Zawtar Sharqieh town, South Lebanon: Al-Manar reporter - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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