Qatari proposal could ease tensions as US monitors Iran's next move US War Secretary Pete Hegseth said late on Monday (Nov. 9) that Iran has been badly weakened and that President Donald Trump holds the advantage whether he chooses diplomacy or military action. “Iran is devastated — Iran is in the »»»

Kampala: Financial experts in Africa convened in Kampala, Uganda, on Monday for a five-day conference focused on establishing strategies to counter the expanding threat of illicit financial flows (IFFs) driven by digital technologies, complex banking systems, and cross-border criminal syndicates. T»»»

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is facing scrutiny after reports he was targeted in a suspected Chinese intelligence operation involving a businesswoman with whom he was having an affair. The controversy has rattled investors, sending Nvidia shares tumbling. AI chip behemoth Nvidia was plunged into turmoil»»»

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov ‌said the accord under which Russia is to supply diesel to the US and world markets is already working and ​lowering prices, writing in a piece published on Tuesday in Moscow daily Kommersant. Lavrov said Russia was distinct from the West in not using its econ»»»

As learning needs evolve, schools must offer greater choice and personalisation For years, “alternative education” has been viewed as exactly that - an alternative. A niche option. A specialist solution. Something designed for children who somehow didn’t fit the traditional model. Perhaps it’s time»»»

Los Angeles, United States: Two fishermen rescued a cruise ship pianist who had been drifting in the Pacific Ocean for nine hours, about 30 kilometers (20 miles) off California’s coast, according to US media reports. The circumstances under which the 37-year-old man fell overboard from the "Ovation»»»

UKMTO notes reduced Hormuz transits, with most vessels using northern route Marine traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains "well below normal but not stalled", according to a vessel tracker. Reporting on Hormuz shipping and attacks as of Nov. 10, the UK Maritime Trade Operations' (MTO) latest »»»

CAIRO: Iraq will reopen the Sheeb border crossing with Iran ​on Tuesday morning after completing technical requirements and necessary procedures, the head of the country’s Border Ports Authority said, according to state news agency INA. The authority will temporarily close the Mandali ‌border cross»»»

Jensen Huang admits affair amid claims of espionage, Nvidia stock drops AI chip behemoth Nvidia was plunged into turmoil Monday after CEO Jensen Huang acknowledged having an affair, with reports saying US officials believe the woman was spying for China. Beijing denied the claim, but shares of the »»»

Trump signals readiness for action but sees no immediate need against Iran President Donald Trump said late on Monday (Nov. 9) that further military action against Iran may not be needed, but that the US stands ready if circumstances change. He called the US ongoing military "engagement" against Ir»»»

WASHINGTON, United States: Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) chief Dana White turned down President Donald Trump’s — apparently jovial — offer of a job as press secretary in a surprise appearance at the White House on Monday. Trump stunned the world by saying on social media on Saturday that he »»»

Mexico City: A regional leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), one of Mexico’s two main criminal groups, was arrested, Mexican authorities announced Sunday. The CJNG was designated a "foreign terrorist organization" by the American government in 2025 and is known for its violent tactic»»»

BusinessUnited States of AmericaNvidia shareholders sue Jensen Huang over alleged spy tiesRichard Connor with AP, dpa, ReutersNvidia shareholders have sued the chipmaker and its CEO, Jensen Huang, over his alleged ties to a suspected Chinese spy. The case adds to scrutiny over whether sensitive inf»»»

President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Monday, on the eve of US-led, three-sided talks on resolving the war with Russia, that Ukrainian battlefield ​successes and mounting Russian losses were strengthening Kyiv’s position in negotiations. The talks with Russian and US negotiators, opening on Tuesday »»»

Tribune News Network DOHA The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) and Cisco signed a collaboration agreement under Cisco’s Country Digital Acceleration (CDA) programme on the sidelines of MWC26 Doha. The agreement aims to expand the adoption of AI applications and develop a»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Vodafone Qatar and Digital Delmar have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to explore opportunities for collaboration, combining Vodafone Qatar’s advanced connectivity, customer channels and market reach with Digital Delmar’s AI-powered healthcare ecosystem. The MoU»»»

QNA Doha A panel discussion on the second day of MWC26 in Doha explored the future of artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential to address real-world challenges. The discussion featured Reem Al Mansouri, assistant undersecretary for Digital Industry Affairs at the Ministry of Communications an»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Vodafone Qatar has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Qatar Mobility Innovations Centre (QMIC) during Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2026 to explore opportunities for collaboration across the Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), smart mobility »»»

Brent crude slides 6.17% amid reduced fears of Iran strike escalation Oil futures fell sharply early on Tuesday (Nov. 10), as hopes of reduced US-Iran tensions weighed on prices despite continuing threats to commercial shipping. Brent crude futures stood at $92.25 a barrel, down $6.07, or 6.17 perc»»»

Tribune News Network Doha The Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) held its 2026 Extraordinary General Assembly on Monday, chaired by H.E. Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, President of the Qatar Olympic Committee. The meeting finalised the composition of the QOC Board of Directors, alongside a review of t»»»

Tribune News Network DOHA QatarEnergy entered into an agreement to acquire a participating interest in an offshore exploration block in Namibia from Chevron Namibia Exploration II Limited, a subsidiary of Chevron. Under the terms of the agreement, which is subject to customary regulatory approvals,»»»

QNA Doha Qatar Airways has announced a new codeshare agreement with Porter Airlines, expanding its reach across Canada and providing passengers with greater connectivity and travel options. Under the agreement, Qatar Airways will place its (QR) code on select flights operated by Porter Airlines, of»»»

Chairman of the Education, Culture, Sports and Media Affairs Committee of the Shura Council HE Khalid bin Ahmed Al Obaidan highlighted that monitoring the implementation of the National Framework for Promoting Positive Values and Good Conduct in Qatari Society is an outgrowth of the committee’s eff»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar University (QU) strengthened its engagement with industry at MWC26 Doha on Monday, as the Qatar Mobility Innovations Centre (QMIC), a QU research centre, signed memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with Es’hailSat and Vodafone Qatar. The agreements form part of QU’s wid»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Under the patronage of Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Qatar HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, government leaders from around the world on Monday opened the International Telecommunication Union’s Plenipotentiary Conference 2026 (PP-»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Charity (QC) has inaugurated the Al Adaam camp in Lebanon under the patronage and in the presence of Lebanese Minister of Social Affairs Dr Haneen Sayed. The opening was also attended by Mohammed Zahra, director of Qatar Charity’s Lebanon office. The camp aims to pro»»»

QNA Doha Minister of Communications and Information Technology HE Mohammed bin Ali Al Mannai said Qatar’s hosting of the conference embodies its commitment to deepening international cooperation and contributing to charting the future of the telecommunications and information technology sector, whi»»»

Tribune News Network Doha The Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra (QPO) celebrated Canada’s musical heritage with Sounds of Canada, bringing a two-concert series presented as part of the Qatar, Canada and Mexico 2026 Year of Culture to a close. The concert was attended by Her Excellency Sheikha Al Mayassa»»»

Tribune News Network DOHA Under the patronage of the Ministry of Transport (MoT), INJAZ Qatar and Boeing, in partnership with the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority, Qatar Airways and Hamad International Airport, have launched Flight Path, an extracurricular initiative giving high school students the o»»»

Tribune News Network Doha United Development Company (UDC), the master developer of The Pearl and Gewan Islands, is bringing The Pearl Food Festival back to Porto Arabia from November 11 to 21, 2026. Sponsored by Qatar Airways Privilege Club, with Snoonu as National Delivery Partner, the third edit»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) has added another achievement to its growing record of scientific excellence with Dr. Haitham Abu-Rub and Dr. Mowafaq Househ distinguished professors at the College of Science and Engineering (CSE), receivingthe 2026 Arab Researchers Awa»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Museums (QM) has unveiled Al Khor Urban Futures, the first public milestone of the Al Khor Heritage Trail, a long-term project to regenerate the coastal town’s historic centre. Presented as part of the Design Doha Biennial 2026, the exhibition runs from 5 November 20»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q) foundation and pre-medical students were recognised for earning a place on the prestigious Dean’s Honor List for the 2025-2026 Academic Year.Sixty-two students in the pre-medical programme were honoured making it the longest list in WCM»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Afrah Mousa Saleh Ali, nursing consultant at the Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC), has highlighted the vital role of nursing and midwifery professionals as a cornerstone of the healthcare system. She noted that PHCC leadership’s continued support for nursing and midw»»»

QNA Doha The Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE), represented by the Private Education Affairs Sector, on Monday announced the release of the first edition of the regulatory guide for providing a stable and sustainable school environment in private schools and kindergartens. The guid»»»

Donald Trump says he was "only kidding" when he announced he had offered his friend and UFC boss Dana White the job of White House press secretary. The president shared an AI-generated video of White behind the briefing room podium and UFC fighters attacking journalists. But the announcement also s»»»

LONDON: Jehad Al-Jarbou’s young son danced in the rain, but inside the family’s tent in Gaza City water soaked their clothes and blankets. For the little boy, his mother said, the downpour was a discovery. For Al-Jarbou, a Palestinian visual artist and poet, it exposed how little stood between her »»»

Negotiators from Ukraine, Russia and the United States are set to meet in the capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Tuesday for a new round of talks aimed at ending nearly five years of full-scale war triggered by Moscow's invasion of its neighbour. Security guarantees for the warring sides »»»

Lima, Peru: Authorities in Lima, Peru intercepted an attempt to smuggle 3,000 live tarantulas aboard a flight bound for Germany, wildlife protection officials told AFP Thursday. The spiders were hidden in dirty socks contained in three suitcases carried by two Germans and a Polish citizen, accordin»»»

Congress braces for explosive vote on defense secretary's future A Republican lawmaker moved Monday to impeach US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over the war in Iran, setting up a potentially explosive vote in Congress days after President Donald Trump's party suffered a crushing midterm defeat. Ke»»»

Why Sara Duterte's runaway popularity defies allegations and regional disparities MANILA – In the Philippines, a mountain of evidence of unexplained wealth would not be enough to resist the Sara Duterte "wave" now, especially in Mindanao. The country’s second-biggest island, Mindanao is home to abo»»»

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump said on Monday there was “positive momentum” toward a deal to end the Iran war after meeting Qatar’s prime minister at the White House. He told reporters he believes the war in Iran “militarily is effectively over” and “we’re just keeping it the status quo.” He»»»

DOHA Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani has described his meeting with US President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance as positive. In a post on X, the prime minister said, “We discussed the situation in the region and ways to»»»

Nvidia chief Jensen Huang sits at the center of the artificial intelligence boom, and the spy scandal that erupted over the weekend threatens to shake the company at a time when confidence in the AI investment frenzy is already fragile. Taiwan-born Huang is regarded as the godfather of the AI econo»»»

Nvidia ⁠and ​Chief ​Executive Jensen Huang were ​sued ‌on ⁠Monday ‌in ⁠a proposed class ​action accusing ‌them of ‌defrauding ​shareholders by concealing Huang's ties ​with ​a ​suspected ​Chinese spy. Speaking with FRANCE 24's Sharon Gaffney, Steve Tsang, Director of the SOAS China Institute, says »»»

France on Monday said Iran's Revolutionary Guards were behind "unprecedented" cyberattacks on supermarket fridges in the country last month, vowing sanctions on a European level against Tehran. Swathes of French supermarkets were hit in the October 11 and 12 cyberattacks, which raised the temperatu»»»

The Paris prosecutor said she had opened an investigation into Shahid Kaveh, a shadowy cyber unit of the IRGC, the Islamic republic's ideological army, over the 'unprecedented' cyberattacks targeting French supermarkets' fridges in October. Little is known about the Shahid Kaveh unit, although anal»»»

BERLIN: Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on ‌Monday that Germany faced a test of its commitment to protecting its Jewish community as he decried the “horrifying sight” of kindergartens and synagogues ​protected by bulletproof glass and armed police. Speaking at a Munich synagogue on the anniversary o»»»

NEW YORK CITY: The UN on Monday accused the Houthis of forcing UN personnel detained in Yemen to make statements on camera. It condemned the militia for broadcasting footage that showed an employee of the organization’s human rights office making what officials described as a ‘visibly forced statem»»»