The Peninsula 3m

Devos clinches CSI5* feature triumph at CHI Al Shaqab

Doha, Qatar: Belgium’s Pieter Devos delivered a standout performance at Al Shaqab’s Longines Outdoor Arena, winning Friday’s CSI5* 1.50m Faults and Time feature on the third day of CHI Al Shaqab Presented by Longines. Aboard Jarina J, Devos produced a flawless round in 59.58 seconds to secure the t»»»

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Gulf News 4m

Driver uses car as weapon, Court orders Dh20,000 compensation in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi: A driver who deliberately rammed another driver’s vehicle and verbally abused him in public has been ordered to pay Dh20,000 in compensation. The Abu Dhabi Family, Civil and Administrative Court found that the defendant had pursued the victim in the street before intentionally crashing i»»»

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The Peninsula 9m

Al Duhail, Al Arabi play out 1-1 draw in QSL

Doha, Qatar: Al Duhail and Al Arabi played out a 1-1 draw in their Qatar Stars League (QSL) clash at Abdullah Bin Khalifa Stadium yesterday. The result left sixth-placed Al Arabi on 24 points, while Al Duhail, in eighth, moved to 21 points. Al Arabi took the lead in the 23rd minute when Karl Toko E»»»

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The Peninsula 9m

Team Qatar to make historic debut at 24 Hours of Le Mans with Iron Lynx

Doha, Qatar: Team Qatar is set to make history this June by participating for the first time ever in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, marking a milestone moment for Qatari motorsport on the global endurance racing stage. Held annually at the iconic Circuit de la Sarthe, the 24-hour endurance race is regard»»»

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The Peninsula 15m

Dominant Alcaraz lifts Qatar Open title

Doha, Qatar: Spanish maestro Carlos Alcaraz made winning an ATP 500 title look effortless yesterday as he defeated Arthur Fils 6-2, 6-2 to capture the Qatar ExxonMobil Open crown with a commanding display in Doha. At a packed Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex, the world No. 1 brushed »»»

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Gulf News 16m

Suspicious Persons Unit seizes Dh20,000 from beggar in Dubai

Dubai: Dubai Police have arrested a beggar found in possession of Dh20,000 in cash during a targeted crackdown on illicit solicitation in the emirate. Officers from the Suspicious Persons and Criminal Phenomena Department apprehended the individual in a public car park as part of the ongoing ‘Comba»»»

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Al Awsat 21m

Pakistan Launches Deadly Strikes in Afghanistan

Pakistan said Sunday it launched multiple air strikes targeting militants in neighboring Afghanistan, where the government reported children were among dozens of people killed and wounded. The overnight attacks were the most extensive since border clashes in October killed more than 70 people on bo»»»

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The Peninsula 21m

Jumbo Electronics opens new LG Brand Shop at Place Vendôme Mall

Doha, Qatar: Jumbo Electronics, Qatar’s leading retailer of consumer electronics and home appliances has announced the grand opening of its new LG Brand Shop at Place Vendôme Mall, 1st Floor, Shop #132, Lusail. The launch of the LG Brand Shop marks another significant milestone in Jumbo Electronics»»»

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The Peninsula 21m

KMCC Qatar organises mega blood donation drive

Doha, Qatar: The Kerala Muslim Cultural Centre (KMCC Qatar), a community organisation of expatriates from Kerala, recently organised a mega blood donation camp in association with Qatar National Blood Donation Centre at Hamad Medical Corporation. The camp received an overwhelming response with 121 »»»

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The Peninsula 27m

Awqaf Ministry highlights ‘Iftar Saem’ endowment in radio programme

Doha, Qatar: The General Directorate of Endowments at the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has launched a new episode of its Ramadan awareness programme “Waqfak Dhukhr” (Your Endowment is a Treasure), in cooperation with Quran Radio Qatar. The initiative aims to promote the culture of endowmen»»»

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The Peninsula 27m

Sitting on vehicle roofs while moving violates traffic rules

Doha, Qatar: The General Directorate of Traffic at the Ministry of Interior has issued a public advisory warning against the dangerous practice of sitting on vehicle roofs or leaning out of windows while a vehicle is in motion, stressing that such behaviour constitutes a traffic violation and poses»»»

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The Peninsula 27m

Tasklink introduces fully integrated technical work management platform

Doha, Qatar: Amid the rapid digital transformation taking place in Qatar, the entrepreneurship sector is experiencing noticeable growth acceleration, driven by technological advancements and the increasing reliance on digital solutions across various industries. It has become a central pillar in th»»»

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Gulf News 28m

CBSE exams in Ramadan: How fasting students in UAE can stay sharp, avoid brain fog

With CBSE board exams underway since February 17 and overlapping with Ramadan, fasting students across the UAE are juggling revision schedules, late-night prayers and early morning exam timings.Experts based in Dubai told Gulf News that while fasting can temporarily affect concentration, students’ »»»

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The Peninsula 33m

QRCS provides Iftar, promotes food security for vulnerable families

Doha, Qatar: As part of its “Keep Your Balance of Good Deeds Alive” Ramadan Campaign 2026/1447AH, Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has initiated the Ramadan Iftar projects, through its foreign representation offices/missions and in collaboration with National Societies and partners in the target c»»»

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The Peninsula 33m

MESIS bids farewell to graduating class of 2026

Doha, Qatar: MES Indian School, Abu Hamour Branch, hosted a grand farewell ceremony for the Class of 2026 in the school’s multipurpose hall, marking a significant milestone in the academic journey of its graduating students. The event, titled ‘MESIS Prodigies,’ celebrated the achievements, memories»»»

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The Peninsula 33m

Enhancing Hamad Port’s competitiveness a strategic priority: MoT Undersecretary

Doha, Qatar: A Ministry of Transport (MoT) workshop focused on presenting the results and key recommendations of the project; ‘Study of the Competitive Position of Hamad Port’ has concluded, in attendance of MoT Undersecretary H E Mohammed Abdullah Al-Maadeed. The workshop was attended by several b»»»

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The Peninsula 39m

Ministry of Municipality launches Al Dana Ramadan Festival

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Municipality, represented by Al Rayyan Municipality, has announced the launch of the Al Dana Ramadan Festival (Juman Al Rayyan), at Al Basat Al Akhdar Park from February 21 to March 5, 2026. The festival will be held daily from 9pm to 11pm, offering residents and visito»»»

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The Peninsula 39m

Vice President of Tanzania meets Qatar’s Ambassador

Vice President of the United Republic of Tanzania H E Emmanuel John Nchimbi met yesterday with Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the United Republic of Tanzania H E Fahad Rashid Al Muraikhi. The meeting discussed bilateral cooperation and relations.»»»

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The Peninsula 39m

Untreated allergies can escalate into serious health problems: Expert

Doha, Qatar: Ignoring allergy symptoms may seem harmless at first, but untreated allergies can quietly escalate into serious health problems, from chronic sinus infections and worsening asthma to life-threatening reactions in severe cases. “Untreated allergies can lead to life-threatening condition»»»

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The Peninsula 39m

Iftar project sees growth in tents across Qatar: Ministry of Awqaf

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has affirmed that the “Iftar for those fasting” project for this Ramadan is undergoing an incredible shift in terms of institutional expansion, represented in the growing number of Iftar tents among many more. In a statement, the ministry clari»»»

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The Peninsula 51m

Qatar plays pivotal role in regional aviation growth, says Boeing official

Doha, Qatar: Boeing has reaffirmed Qatar’s importance as a strategic aviation market, highlighting the depth of its long-standing partnership with the country and its role in supporting national economic diversification and growth. “Qatar is a very important market for Boeing, and our presence and »»»

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Gulf News 51m

Children reportedly killed as Pakistan targets militants across Afghan border

Bihsud, Afghanistan: Pakistan said Sunday it launched multiple air strikes targeting militants in neighbouring Afghanistan, where the government reported children were among dozens of people killed and wounded. The overnight attacks were the most extensive since border clashes in October killed mor»»»

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Al Awsat 57m

Trump Says Sending Hospital Boat to Greenland

US President Donald Trump said Saturday he was sending a hospital boat to Greenland, an autonomous Danish territory that he has long coveted and threatened to seize by force. Trump's rhetoric has ratcheted up tensions between the United States and Denmark, while putting the global spotlight on the »»»

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The Peninsula 57m

Police Academy holds graduation ceremony for students of Diploma in Police Sciences

Doha, Qatar: Under the patronage and in the presence of Minister of Interior, Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya), and Chairman of the Supreme Council of the Police Academy H E Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the Police Academy held a graduation ceremony for the secon»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Ministries intensify consumer protection measures

Doha, Qatar: As demand for food and essential commodities surged during the holy month of Ramadan, ministries and government agencies rolled out a series of coordinated initiatives aimed at safeguarding consumer rights, stabilizing prices, and ensuring food safety across the country. The Ministry o»»»

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Al Majalla 1h

Gaza in ruin: lost deeds muddle proof of ownership

In Israel’s genocidal war on Gaza, homes did more than burn. Some were shattered, others were levelled entirely, leaving no discernible trace of their former existence. Yet the ruin inflicted upon Gaza goes beyond the destruction of bricks and mortar. It swept away small leather satchels and plasti»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Islamic, Arab countries warns against inflammatory talk on Israeli control

Abu Dhabi: The Ministries of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates, the Arab Republic of Egypt, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the Republic of Indonesia, the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, the Republic of Türkiye, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the State of Qatar, the State of Kuwait, the Sult»»»

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Sputnik 1h

Charles III Gives Police Access to Documents in Andrew-Epstein Probe - Reports

King Charles III has authorized law enforcement access to documents for the investigation into his brother Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's ties to Jeffrey Epstein, the British publication Observer reported citing sources. According to the publication's sources, investigators will have access to docume»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Crews Recover Bodies of 9 Backcountry Skiers Days after California Avalanche

Crews recovered the bodies of nine backcountry skiers who were killed by an avalanche in California's Sierra Nevada, authorities said Saturday, concluding a harrowing operation that was hindered by intense snowfall. A search team reached the bodies of eight victims and found one other who had been »»»

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The Budapest Times 1h

Orbán: Ukraine wants chaos, but Hungary cannot be blackmailed

Ukraine seeks to create chaos, but Hungary cannot be blackmailed, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said earlier today at an anti-war rally in Békéscsaba, warning that “whoever bites us will break their teeth.” Speaking on the first day of the official campaign period for the April 12 parliamentary elect»»»

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BNE 1h

Trump announces $7bn Gaza reconstruction plan with police force recruitment underway

US President Donald Trump announced that over $7bn was pledged to Gaza relief during the inaugural meeting of the Board of Peace in Washington.  The financial aid was pledged by nine nations, namely Saudi Arabia, the »»»

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BNE 1h

Trump announces $7bn Gaza reconstruction plan with police force recruitment underway

US President Donald Trump announced that over $7bn was pledged to Gaza relief during the inaugural meeting of the Board of Peace in Washington.  The financial aid was pledged by nine nations, namely Saudi Arabia, the »»»

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BNE 1h

Kuwait’s CGCC secures gas gathering contract in PNZ

The Combined Contracting Group Co. (CGCC) has secured a KWD10.2mn ($33mn) agreement to deliver gas gathering support services within the Partitioned Neutral Zone (PNZ) shared by Kuwait and Saudi Arabia. The Kuwaiti enginee»»»

BNE 1h

Kuwait’s CGCC secures gas gathering contract in PNZ

The Combined Contracting Group Co. (CGCC) has secured a KWD10.2mn ($33mn) agreement to deliver gas gathering support services within the Partitioned Neutral Zone (PNZ) shared by Kuwait and Saudi Arabia. The Kuwaiti enginee»»»

BNE 1h

Kyrgyzstan: Driving school overhaul sparks debate over state control and dissent

The arrest of a private driving school director in Bishkek has turned what authorities describe as a road-safety reform initiative into a broader debate over state control, corruption and the limits of public criticism in Kyrgyzstan. »»»

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BNE 1h

Trump announces $7bn Gaza reconstruction plan with police force recruitment underway

US President Donald Trump announced that over $7bn was pledged to Gaza relief during the inaugural meeting of the Board of Peace in Washington.  The financial aid was pledged by nine nations, namely Saudi Arabia, the »»»

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BNE 1h

Trump announces $7bn Gaza reconstruction plan with police force recruitment underway

US President Donald Trump announced that over $7bn was pledged to Gaza relief during the inaugural meeting of the Board of Peace in Washington.  The financial aid was pledged by nine nations, namely Saudi Arabia, the »»»

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BNE 1h

Police drones start talking to people on streets of Almaty

In Almaty, Kazakhstan, Big Brother is not just keeping a watchful eye on you from a camera mounted high up above a street corner, he’s hovering over your head in the form of a drone, prattling on in a monotone through a loudspeaker about the ‘Dos’ and ‘Don’ts’ of the law-abiding citizen. »»»

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BNE 1h

Slovak government could have boosted Czechoslovak Group with defence contracts ahead of IPO, anti-graft watchdog says

Slovak journalists claimed in an investigation published on February 19 that Ministry of Defence contracts signed with regional defence and machinery conglomerate Czechoslovak Group (CSG) could have been intended to send a positive signal to investors ahead of the company’s January 2026 IPO.  »»»

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BNE 1h

Clashes erupt in Albania between police and protesters

Albanian police fired tear gas and water cannon at protesters in Tirana on February 20 as opposition supporters clashed with security forces during a rally demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama. The protest »»»

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BNE 1h

Slovak government could have boosted Czechoslovak Group with defence contracts ahead of IPO, anti-graft watchdog says

Slovak journalists claimed in an investigation published on February 19 that Ministry of Defence contracts signed with regional defence and machinery conglomerate Czechoslovak Group (CSG) could have been intended to send a positive signal to investors ahead of the company’s January 2026 IPO.  »»»

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Jordan Times 1h

Italy's Enel buying US wind, solar plants for $1b

ROME — Italian power giant Enel said Saturday it is buying a "portfolio" of US wind and solar plants with a capacity of 830 megawatts (MW) for around $1 billion.It said it was buying the plants, which have an expected average output of around 2.1 TWh (Terawatt-hours) per year, from Excelsior Energy»»»

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Jordan Times 1h

Trump announces hike in US global tariff rate from 10 to 15%

WASHINGTON, United States — President Donald Trump said Saturday he is raising the worldwide tariffs on goods entering the United States from 10 percent to 15 percent "effective immediately," a day after the Supreme Court largely struck down his sweeping duties.Trump said on his Truth Social platfo»»»

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Jordan Times 1h

Leather, Garment Sector drives economic growth, job creation in rural areas, key to EMV

AMMAN — The leather and garment industry has emerged as a "primary" catalyst for Jordan’s regional industrial expansion, serving as a strategic cornerstone for the Kingdom’s Economic Modernisation Vision (EMV), according to Ihab Qadri, representative of the sector at the Jordan Chamber of Industry »»»

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Jordan Times 1h

Brazil, India eye critical minerals deal as leaders meet

NEW DELHI — India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva were holding talks in New Delhi on Saturday, seeking to boost cooperation on critical minerals and rare earths.Brazil has the world's second-largest reserves of these elements, which are used in every»»»

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Sputnik 1h

Zelensky Should Call Election Before Seeking Meeting With Putin - Expert

A third round of trilateral talks between Russia, the United States, and Ukraine took place in Geneva in mid-February. Volodymyr Zelensky told Axios that he tasked a Ukrainian delegation with raising the possibility of his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Zelensky should hold a presid»»»

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France24 2h

Venezuela frees 379 political prisoners after amnesty law approval

Venezuela granted amnesty to 379 political prisoners, a lawmaker said Friday, a day after the National Assembly unanimously approved a long-awaited amnesty law to free hundreds of people imprisoned before the US toppling of former leader Nicolas Maduro. Venezuelan authorities have granted»»»

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France24 2h

Tariff loss, falling popularity, soaring costs: Trump challenged ahead of key US speech

As President Donald Trump prepares for his key State of the Union address on Tuesday, the once unstoppable US leader finds himself weighed down by the Supreme Court decision to strike down his signature tariff policy amid souring public opinion over his immigration crackdown and failure to address »»»

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France24 2h

Trump imposes extra 10% global tariff after Supreme Court setback

President Donald Trump imposed Friday an additional 10 percent tariff on imports into the United States after the Supreme Court struck down many of his sweeping and often arbitrary duties, delivering a stinging rebuke on his signature economic policy.»»»

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France24 2h

Giant tortoises make a comeback on Galapagos island

More than 150 giant tortoises have been reintroduced to Floreana Island in Ecuador's famed Galapagos archipelago where they disappeared more than a century ago, the environment ministry said Friday.  Floreana was once home to some 20,000 giant tortoises, but whaling, a devastating fire, and re»»»

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