As workplaces evolve at unprecedented speed, businesses across the UAE are navigating a landscape defined by technology, talent, and transformation. InsuranceMarket.ae, the largest insurance platform of the UAE, in association with Gulf News, will host the Future of Work Summit, a premier forum in »»»

Dubai: One of the most beloved singer-songwriters of the past four decades is finally making his Middle East debut in Dubai. A legend comes to the UAEGrammy Award-winning artist Richard Marx will perform live at Coca-Cola Arena on Saturday October 3, 2026, marking his first ever concert in the Midd»»»

Doha, Qatar: Al Duhail SC’s AFC Champions League Round of 16 hopes were left in the balance after a 3-2 defeat to Al Shorta at Al Zawraa Stadium in Baghdad yesterday. The result leaves the Qatari side seventh in the West Zone on eight points, and their fate now depends on the outcomes of Al Sadd an»»»

Doha: The Organising Committee of the School Olympic Program (SOP) held a ceremony yesterday to honour promising athletes who joined Qatar’s national teams through the program. The event was attended by Mohamed bin Yousef Al Mana, First Vice President of the Qatar Olympic Committee; Dr. Thani bin A»»»

Doha, Qatar: After six thrilling rounds filled with intense competition and high-speed action, the 2026 Arabian Drag Racing League concluded in spectacular fashion at the drag strip of Qatar Racing Club (QRC). The event was held under the patronage of QRC Chairman H E Sheikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Tha»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe New Round of Indirect Iran-US Talks to Begin in Geneva 17-02-2026 08:39 AM A new round of indirect negotiations between Iran and the United»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe West Bank: Israeli occupation forces attack multiple Palestinian homes past midnight while storming the town of Tuqu, southeast of Bethlehe»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Financial Markets Authority (QFMA) yesterday launched its new website (https://www.qfma.org.qa), which provides investors and participants in the Qatari capital markets, as well as all beneficiaries, stakeholders, and entities licensed by the QFMA, with an additional communic»»»

Traffic jams are snarling entry to and exit from Athens’ Attiki Odos ring road after a key airport-bound section was shut for emergency tunnel maintenance. The closure affects the lanes toward the airport between the Aspropyrgos interchange and the Fyli Avenue junction and will remain in place thro»»»

Weather authorities sounded the alarm on Tuesday, as heavy rain, thunderstorms and gale-force winds threaten flooding and coastal damage in western parts of the country. The General Secretariat for Civil Protection said heightened readiness applies to the Peloponnese, Western Greece, the Ionian Isl»»»

Authorities are investigating the fatal shooting of a prisoner at Domokos Prison as a potential contract killing rather than a spontaneous crime, according to law enforcement sources. Antonis Papadatos, 42, was shot three times in the head Sunday evening inside the facility. He was serving a senten»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry announced the launch of the Initiative to Support Innovators, Inventors and Rights Holders, in cooperation with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), and in partnership with University of Doha for Science and Technology, Sidra Medici»»»

Doha, Qatar: Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim bin Mohamed Al Thani, Chairman of Qatar Chamber, headed the Chamber’s delegation at the 41st Meeting of the General Assembly of the Islamic Chamber of Commerce and Development and the Mecca Halal Forum, held from February 14 to 16 in Mecca, Saudia Arabia. The »»»

Governor of the Qatar Central Bank (QCB) H E Sheikh Bandar bin Mohammed bin Saoud Al Thani participated in the 86th meeting of the Committee of Central Bank Governors of the GCC, the 21st board meeting of the Gulf Payments Company, and the 65th meeting of the Board of Directors of the Gulf Monetary»»»

Doha, Qatar: Mannai Corporation (Qatar Exchange: MCCS), yesterday announced its financial results for the year ended 31st December 2025. Mannai Group delivered revenues of QR5.1bn, which is a 25% increase compared to QR4.1bn in FY 2024. This robust performance was supported by the Information and C»»»

Donald Trump has said he will be "indirectly" involved in the talks between Iran and the United States which are due to begin in Geneva later on Tuesday. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, the US president added that he believed Iran wanted to make a deal over its nuclear programme. The se»»»

Two bomb attacks and a gunfight between police and militants in northwest Pakistan killed at least 11 security personnel and three civilians, including a child, a security official said. The separate incidents on Monday in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, which left at least 25 others wounded, come as »»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Lebanese ministry of public health reports two martyrs in two Israeli air raids on Hanin and Tallousa, South Lebanon 16-02-2026 19:41 PM La»»»

Russian Minister of Transport Andrey Nikitin and Arzybek Kozhoshev, member of the Eurasian Economic Commission’s Board for Energy and Infrastructure, discussed the progress of cooperation within the Council of Heads of Authorized Transport Bodies of the EAEU Member States. The Eurasian Economic Com»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ability Friendly programme at Qatar Foundation’s (QF) Pre-University Education hosted the Yalla Swim Meet – National Competition 2026, bringing together 121 swimmers representing 12 swimming teams and centres from across Qatar. The competition aimed to promote a culture of social i»»»

Doha, Qatar: QNB Group held its Ordinary General Assembly Meeting yesterday, at the Sheraton Hotel in Doha, where shareholders reviewed and approved the Group’s financial performance and key governance matters for the year ended 31 December 2025. The General Assembly approved the Group’s financial »»»

Doha: Qatar Calendar has announced its preparations to welcome the holy month of Ramadan 2026, unveiling a nationwide programme of events and activities spanning heritage, culture, sports and family entertainment. Qatar Calendar, presented by Visit Qatar, is the national unified platform showcasing»»»

Doha, Qatar: Healthcare professionals across Qatar gathered on Saturday, February 14 at Ideal Indian School ground for a one-day cricket tournament organised by Medicos Markhiya. Medicos Premier League Season 1 cricket tournament is organised with an aim to foster relationship and develop unity amo»»»

On February 14, Abdulaziz kary Zakirov, Mufti of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan, sent-off and blessed three Kyrgyz theologians — Abdimalik Uskenbaev, Nurlan Muhammad, and Muhammad Mirbekov — who are traveling to the Altai Republic, part of the Russian Federation. «We are sending you with a very great respon»»»

Doha, Qatar: Leading scholars and experts convened at Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) to advance the practical application of Islamic psychology within mental health service delivery. Hosted by the College of Islamic Studies (CIS), the ‘2nd International Symposium on Islamic Psychology: Integra»»»

Dubai: Mark your calendars! The Filipino community in the UAE is set to come together on June 7 for the celebration of the Philippines’ 128th Independence Day. The annual ceremony will take place at the Zabeel Halls 2 & 3 of the Dubai World Trade Centre. Dubbed as “Kalayaan 2026,” the celebration i»»»

India has seized three US-sanctioned oil tankers linked to Iran this month and stepped up surveillance in its maritime zone to curb illicit trade, a source said on Monday, confirming a post on X by Indian authorities earlier in February that had been deleted. India aims to prevent its waters from b»»»

Doha, Qatar: Doha Film Institute (DFI) yesterday announced globally celebrated visionaries—Faouzi Bensaïdi, Gael García Bernal, Alice Diop, Diego Luna and Gustavo Santaolalla as Qumra Masters for its 12th annual talent incubator event, taking place from March 27 to April 1, 2026. Reinforcing Qumra’»»»

The outgoing government will meet Tuesday to discuss a draft decision approving the 2026 funding of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the government press service said. The agenda includes 21 items, covering a range of administrative, European, and property-related matters. Ministers are set to revi»»»

Dubai: After nearly a decade of teaching in the UAE, Filipina educator Apple Grace Bernadas has taken center stage in Europe and won over all four judges in the blind auditions of The Voice of Finland. Bernadas, who previously worked as a teacher in Dubai, secured a rare four-chair turn on the popu»»»

Doha, Qatar: Diabetes Qatar, in collaboration with Hamad Medical Corporation – Paediatric Diabetes and Endocrinology, organised an awareness event dedicated to adolescents living with diabetes on Saturday, February 14, at La Cigale Hotel, with the participation of 40 adolescents living with diabete»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Qatari Businessmen Association (QBA) organised a meeting with the Ministry of Municipality (MoM) and the Public Works Authority (PWA), attended by directors of key sector departments, as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance communication with the public sector and various economi»»»

Doha, Qatar: A binational trekking expedition across the Andes has concluded as a legacy initiative of the Qatar Argentina and Chile 2025 Year of Culture, bringing participants together for an eight-day crossing from Argentina into Chile along a historic mountain route as part of CultuHike, Years o»»»

The second round of talks on Ukraine, involving delegations from Russia, the United States, and Ukraine, took place in Abu Dhabi on February 4 and 5. The first round took place on January 23-24 in Abu Dhabi. The talks were also held behind closed doors, without the press. A special flight with a Ru»»»

Russian and Ukrainian delegations are set for another round of talks on Tuesday in Geneva as part of the latest fraught push by the United States to end the four-year war. US President Donald Trump is seeking to position himself as peacemaker of the conflict unleashed when Russia invaded Ukraine in»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Amir, HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani sent a cable of congratulations to the President of the Republic of Kosovo, HE Dr. Vjosa Osmani Sadriu on the anniversary of her country's Independence Day.»»»

Dubai: Homes 4 Life Real Estate proudly announces its recognition as the 3rd Best Performing Brokerage of 2025 at the prestigious EMAAR Annual Broker Awards 2025. The grand ceremony was held at the luxurious Armani Hotel Dubai, located within the iconic Burj Khalifa in Downtown Dubai, bringing toge»»»

By Anuj SrivasMUMBAI, India — India is scrambling to defend a new trade deal with the United States that critics have branded as surrender to Washington, as countries navigate the fallout from President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs.The deal announced this month has rattled India's powerful farme»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Municipality honoured the winners of the ‘Qatar’s agricultural lens’ competition, which it organised in cooperation with the Qatar Photography Center, at the conclusion of the 13th Qatar International Agricultural Exhibition “AgriteQ 2026.” The ceremony included a visua»»»

Doha, Qatar: A senior official at Qatar’s Civil Service and Government Development Bureau has said the body is currently working on three interlinked strategic projects aimed at strengthening long-term workforce planning in the public sector. Al Anoud Saad Al Naemi, Director of Government Manpower »»»

Italy stands ready to help train police forces in Gaza and elsewhere in the Palestinian territories, its foreign minister said on Monday, as ‌Rome aims to ‌play a ‌role ⁠in stabilizing the ⁠Middle East. "We are ready to train a new Gaza police force, and we ⁠are also ready to ‌train ‌a Palestinian »»»

The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has adopted a resolution imposing a temporary ban on the import of fruit seedlings into Kyrgyzstan. According to the document, the import of fruit seedlings, with the exception of the varieties specified in the appendix to the resolution, will be prohibited fo»»»

Two Kyrgyzstanis won gold at the Klippan Lady Open International Wrestling Tournament, which concluded in Sweden. Photo Media. Aidemi Asangazieva Aidemi Asangazieva competed in the 17-and-under women’s 53-kilogram weight class. In the group stage, she won three victories over her Swedish opponents »»»

Doha, Qatar: Since its launch, the Lawh Wa Qalam: M.F. Husain Museum at Qatar Foundation has been more than a gallery; it is a space for dialogue, imagination, and hands-on creativity. With community engagement at its core, the museum has unveiled a series of workshops inspired by the legendary Maq»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar giants Al Sadd face a must-win showdown tonight against Saudi Arabia’s Al Ittihad at Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium, as they fight to secure a spot in the AFC Champions League (ACL) Elite Round of 16. Coached by Roberto Mancini, Al Sadd are currently eighth in the West Zone, tied on ei»»»

Manila: In a sign of payoffs for enhanced diplomatic drive, Filipinos’ global mobility has made huge improvements with visa-free access rising from 64 to around 78 destinations, based on the latest “dashboard”. Philippine passport holders now enjoy visa-free access to 36 countries and territories, »»»

Doha, Qatar: Jannik Sinner made a confident return to action at the Qatar ExxonMobil Open yesterday, defeating Czech opponent Tomas Machac in straight sets to launch his Doha campaign in brilliant fashion. Playing his first match since falling short in his Australian Open title defence, the Italian»»»

The US and Iran are expected to hold their second round of talks about Iran’s nuclear program Tuesday in Geneva as the United States ramps up its military presence in the Middle East and Iran holds large-scale maritime exercises. US President Donald Trump has repeatedly threatened to use force to c»»»

The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan adopted a resolution «On National Telecommunications Operators.» This document was adopted to strengthen information sovereignty and the sustainable development of the country’s telecommunications infrastructure in accordance with the provisions of the Digital»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) yesterday witnessed the successful listing of QNB Group’s QR1bn bonds which represent the largest Qatari riyal–denominated issuance in the history of the local market. On this occasion, a bell-ringing ceremony was held in the presence of Chief Executive Offic»»»