Preventive care in focus: Dr Zubia Choksy calls for holistic action to tackle obesity
As lifestyle-related diseases continue to rise across the globe, the need for preventive healthcare has never been more urgent. In Qatar, where rapid development and changing lifestyles have significantly influenced health patterns, Dr Zubia Ahmad Choksy is at the forefront of advocating a comprehe»»»
Doha-based visual creator brings cinematic edge to digital storytelling in Qatar
In Doha’s fast-evolving digital landscape, where visual storytelling plays a central role in brand visibility, photographer and videographer Daniyal Haider is making a strong impression with his cinematic approach to content creation. Since relocating to Qatar in 2024, the Karachi-born creative has»»»
Sheikha JOwaher graces QU female students’ graduation
Under the patronage of Consort of HH the Amir HH Sheikha Jowaher bint Hamad bin Suhaim Al Thani, Qatar University (QU) organised the graduation ceremony of its 49th batch of distinguished female students, the Class of 2026, at the QU Sports and Events Complex on Tuesday. The ceremony was attended b»»»
Qatar University president expresses commitment to preparing qualified graduates for labour market
Tribune News Network Doha President of Qatar University (QU) Dr. Omar Al Ansari has expressed the university’s commitment to fulfil its role in preparing qualified graduates for the labour market and contributing to national development. In his speech at 49th batch of graduation of the university’s»»»
UN expresses concern over Iranian attacks on UAE
NEW YORK: The United Nations has expressed deep concern over the missile and drone attacks launched by Iran against the United Arab Emirates yesterday, Monday, which resulted in at least three injuries and caused a fire at an oil facility in the Fujairah oil industrial zone. This came in remarks ma»»»
Rubio says 'Epic Fury', offensive stage of Iran war is 'over'
The United States has completed its offensive operations against Iran, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Tuesday, echoing statements to Congress nearly a month into a fragile ceasefire. "The operation is over -- "Epic Fury" -- as the president notified Congress. We're done with that stage of it,"»»»
QC holds workshop to enhance financial, legal awareness for entrepreneurs
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Chamber, in cooperation with the Young Entrepreneurs Club and several supporting entities, organised a virtual workshop titled “Don’t Risk Your Future: Basics of Financial and Legal Awareness for Youth,” with the participation of entrepreneurs and interested particip»»»
MoEHE opens applications for 3rd Khibrat Programme 2026-2027 edition
QNA Doha The Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE) has announced the opening of applications for the third edition of the Khibrat programme for the academic year 2026-2027, starting Tuesday, May 5, until May 14. The ministry explained in a statement that the Khibrat programme aims to d»»»
Deputy PM, Singaporean FM discuss defence ties & regional developments
QNA Doha Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defence Affairs HE Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan Al Thani discussed defence cooperation and regional developments with Minister of Foreign Affairs of Singapore Dr Vivian Balakrishnan. The meeting, which took place on Tuesday during »»»
QTri successfully hosts 2nd Annual Aquathlon at Azure Beach Doha
Tribune News Network Doha QTri organised the second edition of the QTri Aquathlon at Azure Beach Doha, alongside a 5km running race. The event was held under the patronage of the Qatar Sports For All Federation, in cooperation with Qetaifan Projects Company, hosted by Azure Beach Doha, and supporte»»»
Qatar Post gets int’l certificationfor data privacy management
QNA Doha Qatar Post has become the third national organisation to obtain the ISO/IEC 27701:2019 certification for Personal Information Management Systems (PIMS), marking a milestone in its data protection efforts. The certification recognises the company’s role as both a controller and processor of»»»
MoCI recalls Hyundai Palisade 2026 models
Tribune News Network Doha The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) in cooperation with Skyline Automotive, Qatar’s HyundaI dealership, has announced the recall of Hyundai Palisade 2026 models. The recall is due to a potential malfunction in the third-row power seats, which may prevent them from»»»
QC distributes 500 bicycles to students in Sri Lanka
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Charity (QC), with support from donors, has completed the first phase of its flagship educational initiative in Sri Lanka, which aims to distribute 2,000 bicycles to students in remote areas. Recently, 500 bicycles were distributed during this stage to empower studen»»»
Rabat International Book Fair comes alive on Alaraby 2’s ‘Difaf’
Tribune News Network Doha As part of its ongoing coverage of cultural events across the Arab world, Difaf, the daily cultural programme on Alaraby 2, aired a special episode dedicated to Rabat International Book Fair, Morocco. The episode forms part of the channel’s role as an official media partne»»»
Qatar Foundation students reflect on study, research, and what comes next
Tribune News Network Doha At Qatar Foundation’s Convocation Media Day, students, graduates, and university representatives described academic paths shaped by changing disciplines, research opportunities, and evolving career plans. For Khawla Al Essa, a graduate from VCU Arts Qatar with a Bachelor’s»»»
Doha Debates Podcast examines global questions shaping society in our time
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Foundation’s Doha Debates continues the rollout of its weekly Doha Debates Podcast episodes, airing every Tuesday through June 2. Since launching on January 6, the season has brought leading global thinkers into direct conversation on the defining questions of our ti»»»
Vodafone Qatar organises blood donation campaign with HMC
Tribune News Network Doha Vodafone Qatar hosted a blood donation drive as part of its ongoing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme, in collaboration with Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) and Msheireb Properties. The donation drive was open to Vodafone Qatar employees, partners and the wid»»»
INJAZ Qatar celebrates young entrepreneurs with Mubadara 2026 Awards Ceremony
Tribune News Network Doha Under the esteemed patronage of the Ministry of Education and Higher Education, INJAZ Qatar, a non-profit organisation and a member of Junior Achievement (JA) Worldwide, hosted the highly anticipated Mubadara 2026 Awards Ceremony, the annual Young Enterprise of the Year Co»»»
QCDC holds exams for first cohort of P-G Diploma in Career Development
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Career Development Centre (QCDC), founded by Qatar Foundation, has held mid-term examinations for the first cohort of the Post-Graduate Diploma in Career Development, in partnership with the Community College of Qatar, marking the completion of the cohort’s first aca»»»
DDD issues final call for Public Art Open Call submissions
Tribune News Network Doha Doha Design District (DDD) has issued a final call for submissions to its Public Art Open Call, with the deadline fast approaching on May 14, 2026. Artists, designers, and creatives are encouraged to submit their proposals before the closing date via the official website. »»»
Sidra Medicine advances paediatric care with growth-sparing techniques
Tribune News Network Doha Sidra Medicine, a member of Qatar Foundation, is advancing orthopaedic care in Qatar with the introduction of a specialised paediatric orthopaedic sports medicine service. The latest offering from the Orthopaedics Department, delivers growth-sparing surgical techniques, ta»»»
EAA supports completion of 100 learning spaces in Gaza
Tribune News Network Gaza Strip, State of Palestine Education Above All Foundation (EAA), a global foundation for education and development, with support from Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD), has supported the completion of 100 learning spaces across 10 school sites in the Gaza Strip, in partners»»»
WCM-Q celebrates its largest-ever graduating class
Tribune News Network Doha Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q) has celebrated its largest-ever graduating class, which also included a record 22 Qatari nationals. The elite medical college awarded US-accredited Cornell University medical degrees to 52 new doctors at its annual commencement ceremony»»»
Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs meets US Officials
Washington: Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi met separately in Washington with Senior Advisor to the US President on Counterterrorism at the National Security Council Professor HE Sebastian Gorka and Assistant Secretary of Stat»»»
France reckons with Nazi-looted art in a new Paris museum gallery
PARIS: The painting shows a girl in a bonnet and her younger brother staring across the Normandy coast toward an unknown horizon. The artwork itself faced an unknown future in 1942, when it was acquired in Paris for Adolf Hitler, one of countless works swept up in the Nazi plunder of European Jews.»»»
US adds officer-assault charge against suspect in Trump assassination attempt
WASHINGTON: The US Justice Department on Tuesday added a charge of assault on a federal officer with a deadly weapon to the case against the man accused of trying to assassinate President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner at the Washington Hilton last month. The new charge, whi»»»
US approves potential sale of joint direct attack munitions to Ukraine
WASHINGTON: The US State Department approved the potential sale of Joint Direct Attack Munitions — Extended Range and related equipment to Ukraine for $373.6 million, it said in a statement on Tuesday. The principal contractor will be Boeing Company, the State Department added.»»»
Rubio: Iran’s ‘insane’ leaders should not test Trump, offensive operation is over - UPI.com
1 of 5 | U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks during a White House press briefing Tuesday inside the James S. Brady Briefing Room at the White House in Washington, D.C. Photo by Tom Brenner/UPI | License Photo May 5 (UPI) -- Speaking to reporters in a White House press briefing Tuesday aftern»»»
US, Gulf allies threaten Iran with sanctions in UN proposal if it doesn't release Hormuz chokehold
UNITED NATIONS: The United States and its Gulf allies have proposed a UN resolution threatening Iran with sanctions or other measures if it doesn’t halt attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, stop imposing “illegal tolls,” and disclose the placement of all mines to allow freedom of navigation. T»»»
Celebrating 51 years of Indian technical and economic cooperation
by Amal Nabil The 51st anniversary of the ITEC programme was celebrated at the Embassy of India in Cairo, Egypt on 21 September 2015. The celebration was attended by Samia Hassan Kamal, representing the Ministry of International Cooperation, General Mohamed El-Keshky, assistant to Minister of Defen»»»
UN expresses concern over Iranian attacks on UAE
NEW YORK: The United Nations has expressed deep concern over the missile and drone attacks launched by Iran against the United Arab Emirates yesterday, Monday, which resulted in at least three injuries and caused a fire at an oil facility in the Fujairah oil industrial zone. This came in remarks ma»»»
Prime Minister holds phone call with Russian Foreign Minister
Doha: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani held a phone call with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation HE Sergey Lavrov. During the call, the two sides reviewed bilateral cooperation and ways to enhance it, and di»»»
Saka ends Arsenal's 20-year wait to reach Champions League final
London: Arsenal reached the Champions League final for the first time in 20 years as Bukayo Saka sealed a 1-0 win against Atletico Madrid yesterday. Mikel Arteta's side settled the semi-final second leg with Saka's strike late in the first half at an ecstatic Emirates Stadium. The Gunners, who drew»»»
Prime minister, Russian foreign minister discuss bilateral relations, regional developments
DOHA: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani held a telephone conversation with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation HE Sergey Lavrov. During the call, they reviewed bilateral relations and ways to support and strengthe»»»
UK eyes role in EU’s €90 bn Ukraine loan scheme
The UK is considering joining an EU scheme providing €90 billion ($105 billion) to Ukraine to gain access to lucrative military contracts funded through the program. The plan was announced in a joint statement by European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen, European Council President Antonio Cos»»»
RT flags Western censorship at UNESCO event
Western efforts to censor RT have nothing to do with alleged “disinformation” but are aimed at suppressing dissenting voices, Chief Producer Dmitry Leontiev has told delegates at a UNESCO summit marking World Press Freedom Day. Leontiev made the remarks on Tuesday at a UNESCO conference titled ‘Sha»»»
Vietnam’s economic miracle: How the Asean powerhouse became the world’s new manufacturing magnet
Manila: Vietnam (population: 102 million) has cemented its status as Southeast Asia’s most dynamic economic powerhouse. It has shattered regional growth records and emerged as a growing global global manufacturing, trade, and tourism. How it got here, from being known as the source of "boat people"»»»
Two youths arrested over mini market robberies in northern Athens
Authorities have arrested a 16-year-old and a 20-year-old in connection with a series of robberies and attempted robberies targeting mini markets in Athens’ northern suburbs in April, police said. After giving statements to authorities, the two were released under restrictive conditions, including »»»
Ten civilian sailors have died in Strait of Hormuz, Rubio says
WASHINGTON: Ten civilian sailors have died due to the ongoing conflict in the Strait of Hormuz, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told reporters on Tuesday. Speaking at the White House, Rubio said the US would continue to deploy its assets to defend freedom of navigation in the key thoroughfare. “»»»
What UNIFIL’s looming departure means for Lebanon’s volatile southern border
BEIRUT: Lebanon is quietly exploring alternatives to the UN peacekeeping force in its south as the countdown begins to the end of UNIFIL’s decades-long mission, raising concerns over who will fill a potential security vacuum along one of the region’s most volatile borders. With seven months until t»»»
Albania’s Former Parliament Speaker Servet Pëllumbi Dies at 89
Servet Pëllumbi, former Speaker of the Parliament of Albania and a prominent figure in the country’s post-1990 political transition, has died at the age of 89. Born on December 14, 1936, in Korçë, Pëllumbi was widely regarded as an influential voice in Albania’s evolving political landscape followi»»»
UNIDO’s “Creative Tunisia” project achieves its intended economic and social impact (official)
Tunis, May 5 (TAP) - The “Creative Tunisia” project helped structure six hubs linked to regional specialisations: fashion in Tunis, Kef’s Klim, traditional weaving in the Sahel, garden pottery in Moknine, alfa grass in Kasserine and plant fibres in...»»»
Proposed UN resolution demands Iran reopen Hormuz or face sanctions
UNITED NATIONS: A proposed UN resolution threatens Iran with sanctions or other measures if it doesn’t halt attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, stop imposing “illegal tolls,” and disclose the placement of all mines to allow freedom of navigation.The draft Security Council resolution, co-spons»»»
Schengen biometric checks may be paused during airport queues: What UAE travellers need to know
Dubai: Schengen border authorities can temporarily ease biometric checks under the EU’s Entry/Exit System (EES) when congestion becomes severe, as the framework allows member states to reduce or suspend certain procedures to prevent excessive queues, according to Reuters and guidance cited by airpo»»»
Gold rebounds as oil eases, inflation concerns linger
Gold prices rebounded on Tuesday, after dropping to a five-week low in the previous session, as oil prices eased, but persistent Middle East tensions and inflation concerns kept gains in check. Spot gold rose 0.8 percent to $4,557.75 per ounce by 1138 GMT, after touching its lowest level since Marc»»»
No. 1 Sabalenka calls for boycott if players don’t get bigger cut of Grand Slam revenues
ROME: Top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka believes tennis players should organize a boycott if they don’t start receiving a bigger share of tournament revenues at the Grand Slams. Sabalenka and fellow No. 1 Jannik Sinner were among leading players — most of them ranked in the top 10 — who issued a statement»»»
Oil stays volatile amid Middle East tensions
LONDON: Global oil prices slipped on Tuesday a day after the US launched an operation aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz to shipping, although exchanges of fire between the US and Iran limited the decline. Brent crude futures eased $2.99, or 2.6 percent, to $111.45 a barrel at 1322 GMT after s»»»
Trump brings back Presidential Fitness Test Award - UPI.com
1 of 5 | President Donald Trump signs a proclamation Tuesday inside the Oval Office at The White House in Washington, D.C. The memorandum is set to restore the Presidential Fitness Test Award, a competitive school-based fitness program last seen under the Obama administration. Photo by Tom Brenner/»»»
Homeland Security shuts down immigration detention watchdog - UPI.com
Activists gather near the Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention center to protest against the policies of the Trump administration in the Broadview neighborhood near Chicago in October. The Department of Homeland Security has shut down the Office of Immigration Detention Ombudsman. File Pho»»»
Hezbollah’s Energy and Water Resources official Nawaf al-Moussawi: Direct negotiations are futile and have failed to meet even the minimum Lebanese demands, foremost among them being a cessation of hostilities - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah’s Energy and Water Resources official Nawaf al-Moussawi: Direct negotiations are futile and have failed to meet even the minimum »»»