Danish prime minister Mette Frederiksen attacked Spanish leader Pedro Sánchez on migration during a summit debate in Brussels on Friday (16 October). Frederiksen, who despite leading a centre-left party has taken an increasingly hard line on migration, criticised Sánchez for granting renewable one-»»»

SportsRwandaFormula One in Rwanda: More sportswashing or opportunity for Africa?Jonathan HardingFormula One will return to Africa for the first time since 1993. There is concern Rwanda are using it as another sportswashing opportunity, but there is also hope the event's legacy can impact wider Afri»»»

Sheikh Mansoor honours winners of the 14th Dubai Award for Sustainable Transport Dubai: Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has awarded $100,000 to a bus project in Jordan's capital and given away Dh240,000 in cash prizes to six UAE student projects at the Dubai Award for Sustainable Trans»»»

BANJUL: Rescuers have recovered 12 bodies after a boat transporting migrants sank off the coast of Gambia, with an unknown number still missing, the Red Cross said. The boat had set sail from the village of Jinack Kajata, which sits on an Atlantic island that residents say has become a frequent dep»»»

DOHA: Under the slogan “Your Wisdom Gives Us Strength; Your Expertise Guides Us as We Shape the Future Together,” the Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC) celebrated the International Day of Older Persons, observed annually on October 1, by organising a series of awareness activities and events a»»»

Doha: The Katara Cultural Village Foundation announced the winners of the 12th edition of the Katara Prize for Arabic Novel during a ceremony held at the Katara Opera House. The event was attended by several ministers, ambassadors, diplomatic representatives, writers, intellectuals, media figures a»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Foundation’s (QF) Pre-University Education (PUE), through the Education Development Institute (EDI), organised the Teaching and Learning Forum 2026 under the theme “Teaching with Purpose: Rooted in Culture and Values, Shaping the Future.” Led by EDI, the forum brough»»»

Tribune News Network Doha The National Planning Council (NPC) participated in the Strategic Foresight Forum on Global Youth Competencies and Lifelong Learning, held from October 11 to 14, 2026. The forum was organised by the Ministry of Sports and Youth in cooperation with the Islamic World Educati»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Home healthcare services are currently provided through 25 health centres across Qatar and are available to eligible Qatari patients and citizens of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries aged 50 years and above, in accordance with the approved eligibility criteria f»»»

As Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu fights to retain power, loyalists are crediting him with strengthening the country and defeating its enemies, while former supporters blame his leadership for October 7 and are seeking alternatives on both the left and the right. With less than a month t»»»

BEIRUT: The UN Security Council on Thursday condemned “in the strongest terms” the escalating Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, and affirmed the Kingdom’s “inherent right” to self-defense. The presidential statement highlighted in particular the deadly strikes against Riyadh’s main airport this month»»»

AMMAN — Investment Minister Tareq Abu Ghazaleh met with EU and Belgian officials in Brussels on Thursday to explore ways to expand investment partnerships and boost participation in the Jordan-EU Investment Conference, scheduled to be held at the Dead Sea on November 19.During the visit, Abu Ghazal»»»

ATHENS: Greece said on Thursday the developer of an EU-backed undersea power cable scheme in the eastern Mediterranean has applied for a license to resume seabed surveying, key for the long-delayed project to move ahead. Construction of the Great Sea Interconnector (GSI) aims to link the European m»»»

The 29th edition of Ecomondo will take place from 3 to 6 November at the Rimini Expo Centre, bringing together international businesses, policymakers, innovators, and sustainability experts to advance the green, blue, and circular economy. The 29th edition of Ecomondo, the international exhibition »»»

LONDON: Israel is refusing to allow the construction of a critical military outpost for the Board of Peace in Gaza, The Guardian reported. The international organization, authorized last year by the UN and chaired by US President Donald Trump, issued its first construction contract for Gaza in earl»»»

In an interview with France 24 on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in September, Massad Boulos, US President Donald Trump’s senior adviser for Arab and African affairs described the three rounds of UN and US-backed Western Sahara negotiations held earlier this year as “constructive and prod»»»

Vienna: As the new school year gets under way in Austria, a headscarf ban for girls under 14 has sparked protests on the streets and in the classroom, with dozens of pupils refusing to comply. Austria's conservative-led government has insisted that the ban, introduced on September 1, promotes gende»»»

Doha, Qatar: The 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum is seeking to strengthen its role in promoting sports culture, preserving Qatar’s sporting heritage and inspiring greater participation in physical activity, its director, Abdulla Al Mulla, has said. Speaking to The Peninsula, Al Mulla said the»»»

QNA Doha The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change affirmed that electronic waste (e-waste) presents an important opportunity to recover valuable materials and reuse them in industrial processes, helping reduce the consumption of natural resources and support the transition towards a circular »»»

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar University (QU), represented by the Student Counselling Centre under the Student Affairs Sector, marked World Mental Health Day 2026 with an awareness event held under the theme “Lived Experiences Heard: Real Voices, Real Change,” with the participation of several or»»»

Health Ministry investigates acute eye infections at Tangier hospital after treatment Dubai: Dubai: Morocco's Ministry of Health and Social Protection has launched an urgent investigation after 15 patients suffered severe vision loss following therapeutic eye injections at Mohammed VI University Ho»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Education and Higher Education held a ceremony to honor private schools and kindergartens that won the third edition of the 'Rayty Baydaa' (My Flag is White) Award for the 2025–2026 academic year. The ceremony took place at the Ministry's theater at its permanent headqu»»»

DOHA: Al Shamal officially signed Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez yesterday, with the experienced winger joining the Qatar Stars League club for the ongoing season. Mahrez signed his contract in the presence of Al Shamal football department head Meshaal Al Ali after arriving in Doha last week to compl»»»

Doha, Qatar: As October brings pleasant weather to Qatar, it becomes a perfect excuse to step out and enjoy the season. From Angham’s live concert and an evening of award-winning film music to beachside fun at 974 Beach and Fuwairit, there is something for everyone to enjoy this weekend. Families c»»»

Romanian tourists are increasingly choosing exotic destinations and holidays that combine multiple locations, alongside traditional European Christmas markets and winter destinations. According to data compiled by Christian Tour for the 2026–2027 winter season, travellers are planning their holiday»»»

GenDubAI offers families practical guidance on using AI safely and creatively Dubai: As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes a familiar part of children's lives, parents may have questions about how their children use the technology, what they need to know about it, and how they can help them make »»»

At some point after a crisis, somebody says the sentence everyone has been waiting for: “We can finally get back to normal.” It sounds like good news. It can also be the moment an organization starts throwing away everything useful it just learned. A forest offers a useful warning. If it burns and »»»

Doha, Qatar: Secretary-General of the Union of Arab Banks Dr. Wissam Fattouh (pictured) stressed the importance of Arab financial institutions drawing on the experience of Qatari banks, whose expanding regional and international presence highlights opportunities to diversify investments, strengthen»»»

ISLAMABAD: Every day, Mohammed Saber places a single rectangular solar panel on the roof of the bamboo-and-tarpaulin shack that he and his family have called home for years, the last stop on their journey after fleeing the Myanmar military’s brutal crackdown on the Rohingya in 2017. The panel is pa»»»

King Felipe VI on Tuesday said Ceuta and Melilla were "an inalienable part" of Spain as he made a landmark visit to the north African territories claimed by neighbouring Morocco. "Ceuta and Melilla are an inalienable part of the political and national reality that is Spain. The sovereignty and terr»»»

French shipping group CMA CGM is continuing the return of its shipping services through the Suez Canal as a permanent and sustainable route, the company’s Executive Vice President of Assets and Operations, Christine Cabau, said on Tuesday. The statement was made during a videoconference meeting wit»»»

For Rana Shakeel, an accomplished control systems engineer in the oil and gas sector, professional success goes beyond technical achievements. It also carries a responsibility to serve society and make a positive difference in people’s lives. Driven by values instilled during childhood, Shakeel has»»»

QNA Doha Secretary-General of the Union of Arab Banks Dr Wissam Fattouh stressed the importance of Arab financial institutions drawing on the experience of Qatari banks, whose expanding regional and international presence highlights opportunities to diversify investments, strengthen cross-border co»»»

King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia visited Ceuta on Tuesday for the first time in 14 years, with the monarch reaffirming Spain’s sovereignty over the North African enclaves claimed by Morocco. The landmark visit comes amid strained relations with Rabat and the aftermath of a mass migrant influx that »»»

CEUTA, Spain: Cheering crowds waving Spanish flags filled Ceuta on Tuesday as King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia made a diplomatically sensitive visit to the city following July’s migrant influx from Morocco. Their trip is the first royal visit since 2007, when a diplomatic crisis erupted with neighb»»»

King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia are visiting Ceuta months after more than 70,000 migrants arrived from Morocco. While most have returned, thousands remain. The visit has divided residents and risks reigniting diplomatic tensions with Morocco, which claims sovereignty over Ceuta and Melilla.»»»

Spain’s King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia visited Ceuta for the first time since 2007, amid tensions with Morocco following July’s migration crisis, when more than 70,000 people crossed into the Spanish enclave. Most returned to Morocco, but thousands remained, and dozens died. Morocco claims sovere»»»

Barcelona: Streaming platform Netflix will show every match of the 2030 World Cup to audiences in Spain and Andorra, the entertainment giants announced Tuesday. "(We) will offer all 104 matches of the world's biggest football competition live," Netflix said in a statement. Spain, the reigning champ»»»

Beyond billions, the budget prioritises education, healthcare, housing, family well-being Dubai: The true measure of a national budget is not simply how much a government spends, but how that spending improves people’s lives. By that measure, the UAE’s newly approved Dh292.5 billion federal budget »»»

Doha, Qatar: The second edition of the Arab Human Rights Moot Court Competition will take place from October 20 to 22, 2026. The competition is organised by the United Nations Training and Documentation Centre for South-West Asia and the Arab Region, affiliated with the Office of the United Nations»»»

MADRID: Moroccan warships entered Ceuta’s waters during and after July’s migrant surge in a rare violation of Spanish sovereignty in the north African territory claimed by Rabat, media reported on Monday. The report comes on the eve of the first royal visit to Ceuta since 2007, which could strain S»»»

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia is accelerating its transition to renewable energy, expanding its solar and wind sectors while strengthening its position in the global energy market, Francesco La Camera, director general of the International Renewable Energy Agency, has said. Speaking to Arab News on Monday a»»»

DAMASCUS: Syria’s state-operated postal service has resumed parcel deliveries between provinces and reopened international shipping routes, expanded its network and developed financial and digital services as it seeks to reconnect with customers and overseas markets. Syrian Post’s director general,»»»

Damascus, Oct. 12 (SANA) Syrian Post has resumed parcel deliveries between Syrian provinces and reopened international shipping routes, expanded its network and developed financial and digital services as it seeks to reconnect with customers and overseas markets.The institution opened or reactivate»»»

Doha, Qatar: The National Digital Safety Initiative is advancing efforts to empower all segments of society to navigate technology safely while effectively confronting cyber risks. In a series of posts on X, the National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) stated that by deploying a diverse suite of inter»»»

Judge halts taxpayer-funded TV ads promoting Trump’s political agenda NEW YORK — A federal judge in Manhattan has ordered the Trump administration to stop airing television advertisements paid for with US taxpayer money that promoted President Donald Trump and his political message, ruling that a l»»»

ALGIERS: Algerian authorities announced on Sunday that they had arrested 61 Moroccan nationals earlier this month on suspicion of planning “acts of sabotage.” In a statement carried by public media, the General Directorate of National Security (DGSN) referred to “an international Moroccan criminal »»»

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez launched his campaign for a snap November election on Saturday. The vote comes as a deepening housing crisis is driving protests and putting pressure on his left-wing coalition. Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez aimed to pull off another unlikely comeback as »»»

Damascus, Oct. 11 (SANA) Syria will seek to strengthen ties with international financial institutions, exchange expertise and explore opportunities for cooperation at the 2026 annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank Group in Bangkok, Thailand, from Oct. 12 to 18. A d»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Zakat Affairs Department at the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs is strengthening zakat awareness among young people through educational initiatives and partnerships with schools to promote Islamic values of solidarity, giving and social responsibility. As part of these effort»»»