Jordan managing regional risks, affirms readiness for rising oil prices
QNA Amman An official source at the Jordanian Ministry of Energy confirmed that the current regional escalation poses direct challenges to the reliability of energy supplies and routes in the region, given the uncertainty in the markets and the high level of geopolitical risks. In a statement to Qa»»»
Draw for Amir Cup volleyball quarter-finals held
QNA Doha The draw for the quarter-finals stage of Amir Cup Volleyball Championship 2025-26 was held at the Qatar Olympic Committee headquarters on Monday. The draw resulted in balanced matches that reflect the close technical levels of all the clubs, with Al Rayyan meeting Qatar SC, Al Wakrah facin»»»
Indian embassy issues advisory, updates on flights, schools and exams in Qatar
Tribune News Network Doha The Embassy of India in Qatar has urged members of the Indian community to continue adhering to advisories and guidelines issued by Qatari authorities, emphasising the importance of shared responsibility in maintaining societal security and stability. In an advisory releas»»»
QPC, Middle East Council discuss AI’s impact on war coverage
Tribune News Network Doha The Qatar Press Center (QPC), in collaboration with the Middle East Council on Global Affairs, hosted an online panel discussion on Monday titled “Media Coverage of the Iran War in the Age of Artificial Intelligence,” bringing together leading academics and media professio»»»
Dreama launches 2026-2030 strategy to bolster orphans empowerment programmes
QNA Doha Qatar’s Orphan Care Center (Dreama) has launched its 2026–2030 strategy, aimed at strengthening care and empowerment programmes for orphans. The launch event was held under the patronage of Minister of Social Development and Family HE Buthaina bint Ali Al Jabr Al Nuaimi, and attended by se»»»
QU highlights tech innovation to support individuals with autism spectrum disorder
Tribune News Network Doha In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, observed annually on the second of April under the theme “Autism and Humanity – Every Life Matters,” Qatar University (QU) marked the occasion by highlighting its academic and research efforts aimed at supporting individuals wi»»»
CGB, MoJ, MoL introduce legal path to labour market initiative
QNA Doha The Ministries of Justice and Labour, and the Civil Service and Government Development Bureau (CGB) have launched the “legal path to the labour market” initiative during a meeting organised with the participation of a number of job seekers who recently graduated in the legal field, as part»»»
Qatar Cancer Society wins ‘Rawda’ Award for Excellence in Social Work
Tribune News Network Doha His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani honoured Qatar Cancer Society (QCS) for winning the “Rawda” Award for Excellence in Social Work in the Non-Profit Organizations category, in recognition of its “Wayyakum” platform. The award was or»»»
Labour minister chairs National Committee for Combating Human Trafficking periodic meeting
QNA Doha Minister of Labour HE Dr. Ali bin Samikh Al Marri, chairman of the National Committee for Combating Human Trafficking (NCCHT), chaired the Committee’s periodic meeting on Monday. The meeting reviewed progress on the National Plan to Combat Human Trafficking (2024-2026), which aims to unify»»»
Ooredoo bags ‘Rawda’ Award for Excellence in Social Work in private sector category
Tribune News Network Doha Ooredoo, Qatar’s leading telecommunications and ICT provider, has been awarded the “Rawda” Award for Excellence in Social Work, marking a national achievement that reflects its strong commitment to creating positive and sustainable social impact through meaningful initiati»»»
Vodafone Qatar introduces new portfolio of business mobile and fixed plans
Tribune News Network Doha Vodafone Qatar has launched a new portfolio of Business Mobile and Fixed plans, designed to support organisations across Qatar with reliable connectivity, greater flexibility, and affordable, simplified choices. The new portfolio introduces Business Postpaid, Business Unli»»»
Sidra Medicine highlights family-centred care advances, expansion plans to mark World Health Day 2026
Tribune News Network Doha To mark World Health Day on April 7, Sidra Medicine has reinforced its role as a research-driven, patient-centred healthcare organisation by announcing its latest service launches and expansion plans for 2026. Prof. Ibrahim Janahi, chief medical officer at Sidra Medicine, »»»
Oral, systemic health link discussed at WCM-Q Grand Rounds
Tribune News Network Doha The powerful connection between oral health and systemic health was discussed at the latest edition of Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar’s Grand Rounds Live Webinar Series. Dr. Zainab Malaki, a consultant in periodontology at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust (GSFT) and»»»
QRCS set to distribute 8,875 food parcels to needy people in Sudan
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) is proceeding with the Qatari humanitarian aid programme for the people of Sudan, with a new batch of food aid launched in cooperation with the Sudanese Red Crescent Society (SRCS), for the benefit of poor and affected families in three st»»»
QU’s 49th Graduation Ceremony in May
Tribune News Network Doha Under the patronage of His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Qatar University (QU) will celebrate its Graduation Ceremony for the Class of 2026, male students, on Monday, 4 May 2026. The ceremony for distinguished female students will»»»
Shura denounces Israeli death penalty legislation for Palestinian prisoners
In a separate statement, the Shura Council denounced Israeli legislation concerning the death penalty for Palestinian prisoners, calling it a violation of international humanitarian law and urging global parliamentary action. During the session, Minister of Sports and Youth HE Sheikh Hamad bin Khal»»»
Qatar condemns Israeli minister’s storming of Al Aqsa Mosque
QNA Doha The State of Qatar condemned the storming of Al Aqsa Mosque by the Israeli National Security Minister under the protection of the occupation police, considering it a flagrant violation of international humanitarian law and a provocation of the feelings of Muslims worldwide. In a statement »»»
PM, Iranian FM discuss impacts of escalation on security, stability
QNA Doha Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani received a phone call from Minister of Foreign Affairs of Iran Dr. Abbas Araghchi. The call discussed the developments of the current escalation and its repercussions on regional security »»»
California records second-ever snowless April 1 at key location - UPI.com
For only the second time in recorded history, no measurable snow was found at Phillips Station, Calif., on April 1 during the California Department of Water Resources' snow survey. It was the worst number on record except for April 1, 2015, when there was no snow on the ground at all. The Californi»»»
Amir, Macron, Spanish PM and Guyanese president call for de-escalation
QNA DOHA His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani held a series of phone calls with French President HE Emmanuel Macron, Spanish Prime Minister HE Pedro Sanchez, and Guyanese President HE Mohamed Irfaan Ali to discuss regional developments and the implications of »»»
Ivaylo Naydenov Is Top-of-the-List Candidate of Bulgaria Can for Pernik 14th and Vratsa 6th Constituencies
BTA will publish the names of the top-of-the-list candidates of every party/coalition for all constituencies for the April 19 parliamentary elections. The information about the candidates is provided by the respective political entity, the candidates themselves and other official sources. Ivaylo Na»»»
Svetoslav Lavchiev Is Top-of-the-List Candidate of Morality, Unity and Honour for Haskovo 29th Constituency
BTA will publish the names of the top-of-the-list candidates of every party/coalition for all constituencies for the April 19 parliamentary elections. The information about the candidates is provided by the respective political entity, the candidates themselves and other official sources. Svetoslav»»»
Hristo Radev Is Top-of-the-List Candidate of Blue Bulgaria for Targovishte 28th Constituency
BTA will publish the names of the top-of-the-list candidates of every party/coalition for all constituencies for the April 19 parliamentary elections. The information about the candidates is provided by the respective political entity, the candidates themselves and other official sources. Hristo Ra»»»
Krasimir Kamenov Is Top-of-the-List Candidate of Blue Bulgaria for Vidin 5th Constituency
BTA will publish the names of the top-of-the-list candidates of every party/coalition for all constituencies for the April 19 parliamentary elections. The information about the candidates is provided by the respective political entity, the candidates themselves and other official sources. Krasimir »»»
Ivan Ivanov Is Top-of-the-List Candidate of Movement of Non-Party Candidates for Haskovo 29th and Stara Zagora 27th Constituencies
BTA will publish the names of the top-of-the-list candidates of every party/coalition for all constituencies for the April 19 parliamentary elections. The information about the candidates is provided by the respective political entity, the candidates themselves and other official sources. Ivan Ivan»»»
Hyusni Adem Is Top-of-the-List Candidate of Alliance for Rights and Freedoms for Varna 3rd Constituency
BTA will publish the names of the top-of-the-list candidates of every party/coalition for all constituencies for the April 19 parliamentary elections. The information about the candidates is provided by the respective political entity, the candidates themselves and other official sources. Hyusni Ad»»»
Hamid Hamid Is Top-of-the-List Candidate of Movement for Rights and Freedoms for Gabrovo 7th Constituency
BTA will publish the names of the top-of-the-list candidates of every party/coalition for all constituencies for the April 19 parliamentary elections. The information about the candidates is provided by the respective political entity, the candidates themselves and other official sources. Hamid Ham»»»
Erol Mehmed Is Top-of-the-List Candidate of Alliance for Rights and Freedoms for Kardzhali 9th Constituency
BTA will publish the names of the top-of-the-list candidates of every party/coalition for all constituencies for the April 19 parliamentary elections. The information about the candidates is provided by the respective political entity, the candidates themselves and other official sources. Erol Mehm»»»
Nedko Angelov Is Top-of-the-List Candidate of Velichie for Gabrovo 7th Constituency
BTA will publish the names of the top-of-the-list candidates of every party/coalition for all constituencies for the April 19 parliamentary elections. The information about the candidates is provided by the respective political entity, the candidates themselves and other official sources. Nedko Ang»»»
Krasimir Aleksiev Is Top-of-the-List Candidate of Treti Mart (March 3) for Gabrovo 7th Constituency
BTA will publish the names of the top-of-the-list candidates of every party/coalition for all constituencies for the April 19 parliamentary elections. The information about the candidates is provided by the respective political entity, the candidates themselves and other official sources. Krasimir »»»
Radoslav Zhivkov Is Top-of-the-List Candidate of Velichie for Vidin 5th Constituency
BTA will publish the names of the top-of-the-list candidates of every party/coalition for all constituencies for the April 19 parliamentary elections. The information about the candidates is provided by the respective political entity, the candidates themselves and other official sources. Radoslav »»»
Georgi Georgiev Is Top-of-the-List Candidate of Blue Bulgaria for Lovech 11th Constituency
BTA will publish the names of the top-of-the-list candidates of every party/coalition for all constituencies for the April 19 parliamentary elections. The information about the candidates is provided by the respective political entity, the candidates themselves and other official sources. Georgi Ge»»»
Galya Karneva Is Top-of-the-List Candidate of Glas Naroden [People’s Voice] for Blagoevgrad 1st and Sofia 24th Constituencies
BTA will publish the names of the top-of-the-list candidates of every party/coalition for all constituencies for the April 19 parliamentary elections. The information about the candidates is provided by the respective political entity, the candidates themselves and other official sources. Galya Kar»»»
Tatyana Dimitrova Is Top-of-the-List Candidate of My Country Bulgaria for Sliven 21st and Lovech 11th Constituencies
BTA will publish the names of the top-of-the-list candidates of every party/coalition for all constituencies for the April 19 parliamentary elections. The information about the candidates is provided by the respective political entity, the candidates themselves and other official sources. Tatyana D»»»
Syrian Chambers of Commerce discuss enhancing cooperation with Turkish TÜSİAD
Damascus, Apr.6 (SANA) The Director-General of the Syrian Federation of Chambers of Commerce , Amer al-Homsi, held talks with a delegation from the General Assembly of the Turkish Industry and Business Association (TÜSİAD), headed by its Ankara representative Baris Orhan, ways to enhance economic a»»»
Egypt’s trade deficit widens to $4.8bn in January 2026: CAPMAS
Egypt’s trade deficit widened to $4.8bn in January 2026, up from $4.2bn in the same month of 2025, marking a 15% year-on-year increase, according to Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics (CAPMAS). In a statement issued on Monday, the agency said the rise in the deficit was primarily»»»
Opinion | Why Kwibuka 32 Matters: A Reflection for Egypt and the World
On April 7, Rwanda will mark 32 years since the Genocide against the Tutsi. “Kwibuka”, which means to remember, is an annual period of solemn reflection when we come together to honour the victims, unite in our collective grief and renew our commitment to continue to build a better future for all R»»»
Trump sets Iran deadline as regional military escalation deepens
U.S. President Donald Trump said that “Tuesday is Iran’s deadline,” adding that the conflict could end “very quickly” if Tehran complies with U.S. demands, while reiterating that the central objective remains preventing Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon. Trump noted that U.S. officials, includin»»»
Egypt FM Abdelatty holds talks with Germany, Canada and Estonia to contain regional tensions
Egypt is intensifying its diplomatic efforts to prevent the region from sliding into “comprehensive chaos” and instability, Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty said on Monday during high-level discussions with counterparts from Germany, Canada, and Estonia. In separate phone calls with German Foreign M»»»
Government advances restructuring of NIB to strengthen development role: Planning Minister
Ahmed Rostom, Minister of Planning and Economic Development and Chair of the National Investment Bank (NIB), chaired a meeting of the Bank’s Board of Directors to review progress on its ongoing restructuring, aimed at strengthening its role as the government’s development and investment arm. The me»»»
CI Capital closes EGP 2.21bn securitisation issuance for Halan Consumer Finance
CI Capital, a leading financial services group, announced on Monday the successful completion of an EGP 2.214bn securitised bond issuance on behalf of Capital for Securitisation, with Halan Consumer Finance acting as the originator. The issuance was structured across two tranches. The first tranche»»»
Egypt, Morocco sign wide-ranging cooperation deals on investment, industry and taxation
Egypt and Morocco signed a series of agreements on Monday spanning industrial cooperation, investment, and the avoidance of double taxation to strengthen bilateral relations, the Egyptian cabinet said. Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and his Moroccan counterpart Aziz Akhannouch witnessed t»»»
Al-Sisi calls for tighter inflation control, flexible exchange rate policy
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi on Monday called for sustained efforts to curb inflation and maintain a flexible, unified exchange rate, while ensuring sufficient foreign currency availability to support economic activity. During a meeting with Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and Central Ba»»»
Egypt launches fourth phase of smart green projects initiative
The Egyptian government on Monday launched the fourth phase of the National Initiative for Smart Green Projects (NISGP), as part of ongoing efforts to support the transition to a green economy and strengthen climate action at the local level. The ministries of local development, higher education an»»»
Man found dead by road in Pallini, authorities investigate
A 50-year-old man was found dead on Monday afternoon at the side of a road in Pallini, northeastern Athens. According to initial reports, the victim had cable ties around his neck. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the man’s death.»»»
Tunisia and Niger explore industrial cooperation and investment opportunities
Tunis, April 6 (TAP) - Minister of Industry, Mines and Energy Fatma Thabet Chiboub met on Monday with Niger’s Minister of Industry and Trade Abdoulaye Seydou to discuss ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation and explore investment opportunities...»»»
Minister of Public Works and Housing meets head of UN-HABITAT sub-regional office for Maghreb
Tunis, April 6 (TAP) - Minister of Public Works and Housing Slah Zouari met on Monday head of the United Nations Human Settlements Programme, UN-Habitat sub-regional office for the Maghreb, Aida Robbana. The meeting, held at the ministry...»»»
UAE fast-tracks new weight-loss pill, patients to weigh affordability, access
Dubai: The UAE has moved quickly to approve a new generation of weight-loss treatment, positioning itself among the first countries globally to make an oral GLP-1 therapy available. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.The approval of Foundayo (orforgl»»»
Egypt launches engineering industries trade mission to Tunisia with 16 firms to boost exports
The Engineering Export Council of Egypt has launched a trade mission to Tunisia, bringing together 16 Egyptian companies as part of efforts to expand the global footprint of Egypt’s engineering exports. In a statement on Monday, the council said the mission is being organised in cooperation with th»»»