Controversial Dilbert cartoonist Scott Adams dies aged 68
Scott Adams, the US cartoonist who wrote and illustrated the comic strip Dilbert, has died of cancer at the age of 68. His ex-wife Shelly Miles announced his death on Tuesday during a live stream of his podcast, Real Coffee with Scott Adams. The satirical cartoon strip - about a competent but frust»»»
German businesses sound alarm over record bankruptcies
The number of bankruptcies in Germany is alarmingly high and continues to grow, the country’s Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DIHK), has warned. It urged Berlin on Monday to take urgent measures to remedy the situation and tackle high energy prices. The statement came as the government statistica»»»
Nigeria reopens some schools in the north despite kidnap threats
Schools across parts of northern Nigeria started reopening on January 12, after months of closure triggered by the abduction of hundreds of students in November 2025. The move follows a circular from the federal government in December 2025 saying that enhanced security measures had created a safe»»»
South Korean prosecutors demand death penalty for ex-leader Yoon
South Korean prosecutors called on Tuesday for the death penalty to be handed down to former president Yoon Suk Yeol for his December 2024 declaration of martial law, which plunged the country into chaos. Yoon triggered a political crisis when he announced an end to civilian rule in December 2024 a»»»
India surpasses China to become world’slargest rice producer
Agencies New Delhi India has officially claimed the top global position in rice production, overtaking China with an output of 150.18 million tonnes, marking a historic milestone in the country’s agricultural journey. Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced the achievement in New»»»
Pakistan International School Qatar hosts food festival
Pakistan International School Qatar (PISQ) came alive with colours, flavours, and festive spirit as it hosted an unforgettable Food Festival on Thursday. Students from all wings participated with extraordinary zeal and enthusiasm, transforming the school campus into a lively carnival showcasing cre»»»
House Oversight Committee weighing Bill Clinton contempt charge - UPI.com
House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chairman James Comer, R-Ky., holds a binder of prepared research after former President Bill Clinton did not appear for a closed-door deposition in the Rayburn House Office Building in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License P»»»
Trump administration lists Muslim Brotherhood as terrorists - UPI.com
U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent listens as President Donald Trump holds a meeting with his Cabinet in the Cabinet Room of the White House in Washington, D.C., on December 2. The Treasury and State Department designated branches of the Muslim Brotherhood as terrorist organizations on Tu»»»
Lusail Museum Conversations opens at GU-Q with exploration of late Ottoman modernity
Hanane Djoua Doha At Georgetown University in Qatar on Tuesday evening, the late Ottoman Empire emerged not as a distant historical abstraction but as a lens through which to reconsider modernity, identity, and power in the Middle East. The occasion marked the inaugural lecture of Lusail Museum Con»»»
QF and Qatar Museums partner to enrich knowledge within ‘Rasekh’
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Foundation (QF) signed a cooperation agreement with Qatar Museums, reflecting both parties’ commitment to strengthening national partnerships and supporting the development of an education and knowledge ecosystem rooted in Qatar’s local context. The agreement was sig»»»
Qatar to host joint tactical exercise of GCC security agencies
QNA Doha Under the patronage of HE Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya), Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the State of Qatar is set to host the joint tactical exercise of the security agencies of the Gulf Cooperation Council (Arabian Gulf Securi»»»
QA Group reinforces its support to QCS
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Airways Group employees in Doha and outstations came together for the annual “Think Pink” legacy campaign for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, focused on education, wellbeing and meaningful community contribution.Now in its tenth year, this year’s efforts brought emplo»»»
QC winds up ‘Compassionate Hearts’ initiative in Somalia
Tribune News Network Doha With generous support from donors in Qatar, Qatar Charity (QC) concluded its ‘Compassionate Hearts’ initiative in Mogadishu, the capital of Somalia. The initiative aimed to perform surgeries to repair congenital heart defects in children. The closing ceremony was attended »»»
HMC’s Specialist Sarcopenia Clinic sees 83% rise in number of patients in 2025
Tribune News Network Doha As Qatar’s population continues to age, the Sarcopenia Clinic at Rumailah Hospital is playing a vital role in helping older adults stay strong, mobile, and independent. A total of 641 older adults have been treated at the specialist Sarcopenia Clinic since opening in 2023,»»»
Environment minister launches State of the Environment Report in Qatar 2025
QNA Doha Minister of Environment and Climate Change HE Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie launched the State of the Environment Report for the State of Qatar 2025 on Tuesday. The report dealt with the current environmental conditions in Qatar, highlighting key challenges and achievement»»»
US welcomes Qatar’s signing of Pax Silica Declaration
Tribune News Network Doha The United States has welcomed Qatar’s signing of the Pax Silica Declaration, describing it as a historic milestone for regional and global economic integration. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the two countries affirmed a shared geopolitical consensus that economic secu»»»
Watch: Bear evicted from California crawlspace may have found a new home - UPI.com
Jan. 13 (UPI) -- A bear that was finally evicted from underneath a California house after several months may have found a new home underneath another house nearby. The bear, which had been visiting Ken Johnson's Altadena home since at least April, was finally evicted from the crawlspace underneath »»»
Mirbud has contract for renovation of Wroclaw buildings into residences for PLN 48.59 mln net
Mirbud has concluded a contract with Apsys Stawowa for the reconstruction of a complex of buildings into a complex of multi-family residential buildings and the construction of a new residential investment at ul. Stawowa in Wrocław, the company said. The value of the contract is PLN 48.59 mln net. »»»
Modular construction market will grow to PLN 7.2 bln by 2030
According to a report by PMR Market Experts (Hume’s Institute), the value of Poland’s modular construction market is expected to rise to PLN 4.6 bln in 2025 from PLN 4.4 bln in 2024, and could reach PLN 7.2 bln by 2030. After a slight 1.3% y/y decline in 2024, growth is set to resume, supported by »»»
Government adopts deregulation project for investment funds
Poland’s Council of Ministers has adopted a draft amendment to the laws governing investment funds and trading in financial instruments, continuing the government’s deregulatory agenda, according to the Ministry of Finance. The reform removes the obligation for non-public closed-end investment fund»»»
Robots replacing people in Polish Investment Zone
Companies managing Poland’s special economic zones recorded a strong year under the Polska Strefa Inwestycji. In 2025, they issued 646 support decisions — one of the best results in recent years — and declared investment outlays rose to PLN 22 billion. Major projects included data centers, battery »»»
More than 2,000 people reported killed at Iran protests as Trump says 'help is on its way'
More than 2,000 people have been killed during the violent crackdown by security forces on protests in Iran, a human rights group has said, as President Trump promised Iranians that help was "on its way". The US-based Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA) reported that it had so far confirmed »»»
It’s Lebanon’s, Not Israel’s Foreign Minister!: Hezbollah Lawmaker Calls on President, PM to Take Measures
It is unprecedented that a foreign minister in the government of a certain country grants its enemy a pretext to attack it. However, the militiaman Youssef Rajji, who has always voiced pride in being a member of the Lebanese Forces Party involved in slaughtering the Lebanese civilians and serviceme»»»
Saudi Arabia signs MoUs on mineral resources cooperation with Chile, Canada, Brazil
Riyadh: Saudi Arabia signed three international memoranda of understanding (MoUs) for cooperation in the field of mineral resources with Chile, Canada, and Brazil. The signings took place on the sidelines of the Fifth International Ministerial Meeting of Ministers Responsible for Mining Affairs, ho»»»
Let's admire it together: Lake Balaton has frozen over for the first time in 9 years - VIDEO
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Report: U.S. greenhouse gas emissions growing faster than economy - UPI.com
For the first time in three years U.S. greenhouse gas emissions increased in 2025, climbing by 2.4% as federal policy shifts back to fossil fuels. File Photo by Tannen Maury/UPI | License Photo Jan. 13 (UPI) -- For the first time in three years annual U.S. greenhouse gas emissions increased, climbi»»»
Clintons refuse to testify in Epstein probe as Republicans threaten contempt charges
Bill and Hillary Clinton have refused to testify in a Republican-controlled congressional committee's investigation into convicted sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein, accusing Republican chair James Comer of leading a partisan campaign against them. Former US President Bill Clinton and former Sec»»»
Peruvian transport workers announce strike to protest violence - UPI.com
A woman wears a headband that reads "Enough of the violence," as she participates in a transporters' demonstration in Lima, Peru, in April. A massive transport workers' strike in Lima and its neighboring province of Callao paralyzed the Peruvian capital, which was declared under a state of emergenc»»»
'Little appetite for regime change’: Trump offers 'help' for Iran's protesters, but what can he do?
US President Donald Trump told Iranian protesters on Tuesday that “help is on its way” as he weighed options to punish Tehran for its brutal crackdown. As the threat of military action looms, analysts say Trump's inclination for one-off strikes means he&»»»
‘Dilbert’ creator Scott Adams dies of cancer at 68 - UPI.com
Jan. 13 (UPI) -- Scott Adams, the creator of the "Dilbert" comic, has died after a months-long battle with prostate cancer, his family announced Tuesday. Adams announced his prostate cancer diagnosis in May and said then that he had only months left to live. "Unfortunately, this isn't good news. He»»»
Workers recover 15,000 crabs after lorry crashes into field
About 15,000 escaped crabs have been recovered after the truck they were travelling in tipped into a field in Inishowen, County Donegal. The crustaceans, which were worth about €60,000 (£52,000) and bound for shops and restaurants in Portugal, spilled from aluminium containers after the crash near »»»
Gas prices rising sharply in Europe
European gas prices have surged sharply, rising by more than 7%, driven by forecasts of colder weather over the next two weeks in both Europe and Asia. Benchmark gas contracts in Amsterdam (ICE Dutch TTF) climbed to €32.40 per MWh, marking a 14% increase over the last three sessions. Analysts warn »»»
Microsoft to stop supporting Office Lens permanently
Washington: Microsoft announced that it will permanently stop supporting the Office Lens app, known as Microsoft Lens, on iOS and Android. The company stated that it will remove the app from the App Store and Google Play on February 9 and will no longer be operational on March 9. This comes followi»»»
Trump administration moves to end deportation protection for Somalis
The Trump administration is ending Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Somali immigrants, making it easier to deport thousands of people from the US. "Country conditions in Somalia have improved to the point that it no longer meets the law's requirement," Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem sa»»»
Iran's hospitals, morgues fill after deadly crackdown on anti-regime protests
Videos verified by the FRANCE 24 Observers team show dozens of bodies at a morgue in Kahrizak, south of Tehran, following deadly anti-regime protests. Accounts sent by our Observers underscore the severity of the crackdown and the difficult conditions faced by those trying to treat injured proteste»»»
DOJ officials resign over Trump admin’s handling of Renee Good killing - UPI.com
Activists protest the Wednesday shooting death of Renee Good in Minneapolis at Pershing Square in Los Angeles on Saturday. Thousands converged in Minneapolis and across the country following federal officer-involved shootings of Good in Minneapolis on Wednesday and two others in Portland on Thursda»»»
Noem: Somalis with temporary protected status must leave by March 17 - UPI.com
U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem announced Tuesday that Somalis in the United States with temporary protected status must leave the country by March 17. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Jan. 13 (UPI) -- The Trump administration said Tuesday it's ending the temporary prot»»»
Trump promises help as at least 1,850 Iranians reported dead - UPI.com
Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has overseen the deaths of at least 1,850 anti-government protesters across Iran since December 28, and President Donald Trump on Tuesday told protesters that help is coming. Photo by Iranian Leader's Press Office/UPI | License Photo Jan. 13 (UPI) -- President Don»»»
Qatar working with mediators to expedite second phase of Gaza agreement: Adviser to PM, Foreign Ministry Spokesperson
Doha, Qatar: Adviser to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majid bin Mohammed Al Ansari affirmed that the State of Qatar is working in coordination with its mediation partners to expedite reaching the second phase of the ceasefire agreement in the G»»»
Israel to withdraw from seven UN agencies, alleging bias
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar announced Israel's immediate withdrawal from seven United Nations agencies, citing alleged anti-Israel bias and "ineffective bureaucracy" as primary reasons for the decision. The agenc»»»
Egypt welcomes US designation of Muslim Brotherhood as global terrorist entity
Egypt welcomed on Tuesday a decision by the United States to designate the Muslim Brotherhood as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist (SDGT) entity. In an official press statement, the Egyptian government described the move as a “pivotal step” that reflects the danger posed by the group’s “extre»»»
Egypt, Türkiye Coordinate on Gaza, Sudan and Horn of Africa
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty held a phone call with his Turkish counterpart, Hakan Fidan, to discuss regional developments of shared concern, Egypt’s Foreign Ministry said in a statement. The two ministers exchanged views on the situations in Gaza, Sudan and Somalia, stressing the impor»»»
Egypt green hydrogen project begins exports to European and US markets
A 100MW green hydrogen project in Egypt’s Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZONE) has commenced partial production and started exporting to European and United States markets, according to a government statement released on Tuesday. Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly met with a consortium led by Norway’s Sc»»»
VIDEO: Katara Kahraman exhibition draws global exhibitors, strengthens regional standing
Doha, Qatar: The sixth edition of the Katara International Kahraman Exhibition opened on Tuesday at Katara Hall (Building 12), bringing together premium amber (Kahraman) products from around the world. Running until January 16, the exhibition features exhibitors from 13 countries across 82 booths, »»»
Probe finds Greek flight disruptions due to outdated systems
A radio frequency malfunction which caused a partial shutdown in flights across Greece for hours soon after New Year’s Day was due to outdated systems rather than external interference, according to the findings of a probe made public Tuesday. The Infrastructure and Transport Ministry said a commit»»»
Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry Presents 2025 Annual Awards
The Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) presented part of its 2025 annual awards at a ceremony held on Tuesday at the Chamber’s headquarters. A bronze statuette of Hermes by sculptor Stavri Kalinov, a plaque and a diploma were awarded to a foreign ambassador, a foreign trade represent»»»
UAE President honours Sheikh Mohammed with commemorative album celebrating 20 years of leadership
Abu Dhabi: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today welcomed His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, at Qasr Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi. Also Read: UAE leaders honour Sheikh Mohammed's two decades of transformative lead»»»
Qatar hosts joint tactical exercise of GCC security agencies
Doha, Qatar: Under the patronage of Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya), HE Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the State of Qatar will host the joint tactical exercise of the security agencies of the Gulf Cooperation Council states, (Arabian Gulf»»»
Bolivia government reaches deal to end fuel protests - UPI.com
Members of the Bolivian Workers' Union, or COB), participate in a march in La Paz on Thursday. Centrist Rodrigo Paz marks two months in office in Bolivia amid a simmering conflict over the decree that withdrew fuel subsidies in the country, which is opposed mainly by labor unions and peasant groups»»»