Al Awsat 4m

Hamas Official Says Group in Final Stage of Choosing New Chief

A senior Hamas official told AFP on Sunday that the Palestinian movement was in the final phase of selecting a new leader, with two prominent figures competing for the position. Hamas recently completed the formation of a new Shura Council of more than 80 members, a consultative body largely compos»»»

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The Peninsula 5m

Azerbaijan eyes expansion of tech startups into Qatar market

Doha, Qatar: Qatar and Azerbaijan are investing in innovation to build resilient and future-ready digital economies. Both countries are redefining their economies through focused investment in technology, talent, and innovation. Talking to The Peninsula in an interview Tugra Musayeva , Chief Innova»»»

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The Peninsula 5m

Results of FTSE Global Equity Index Series March Semi Annual review announced

Doha: Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) announced that the results of FTSE Russell Global Equity Index Series Semi Annual review will become effective at the open on March 23, 2026 for the Qatari market. The details of the review for Qatari stocks included the addition of Zad Holding Company to Micro Cap »»»

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BBC 8m

The 102-year-old kitman who left his mark on the World Cup

When it comes to football on the island of Ireland, there isn't much 102-year-old Charlie O'Leary has not seen or done. From serving as the Republic of Ireland's kitman at two World Cups and a European Championship, to refereeing behind the Iron Curtain, the Dubliner has an almost legendary status.»»»

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The Peninsula 9m

MoCI, Hassad Food sign contract for management of central markets

Doha: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) signed a contract yesterday with Hassad Food for the management, operation and provision of services in central markets. This step aims to continue cooperation with the company in organising central markets and raising the efficiency of services pr»»»

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The Peninsula 9m

Brazil’s Zanotelli rides Charly Heart to CHI Al Shaqab Grand Prix glory

Doha, Qatar: Brazil’s Marlon Modolo Zanotelli topped a competitive field to win the CSI5* CHI Al Shaqab Grand Prix presented by Longines, bringing four days of thrilling action at Al Shaqab to a close on Saturday night. At the Longines Outdoor Arena, Zanotelli and his 10-year-old mare Charly Heart »»»

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The Peninsula 9m

Al Diwan hosts panel discussion for Arab creatives participating in Berlin Film Festival

Berlin: The Arab Cultural House “Al Diwan” of the Embassy of the State of Qatar in Germany held a panel discussion on tales from a tumultuous world on the sidelines of the 76th Berlin International Film Festival. Moderated by director Samir Nasr, coordinator of the film programme at “Al Diwan”, the»»»

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The Peninsula 9m

Expats remark with delight over price reduction initiative

Doha, Qatar: Following the Ministry of Commerce and Industry’s (MOCI) announcement of a price-reduction initiative covering over 1,000 consumer goods in Ramadan, Qatar’s diverse expatriate community has welcomed the move with widespread relief. Speaking to The Peninsula, expats and residents note t»»»

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Al Awsat 16m

Berri to Asharq Al-Awsat: Parliamentary Elections Will Be Held on Time 

Lebanon continues to come under pressure to postpone the parliamentary elections in May with international powers believing that priority in the country lies in disarming Hezbollah and granting Prime Minister Nawaf Salam’s government more time to approve financial, economic and administrative refor»»»

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The Peninsula 17m

QSL: Al Sadd down Al Wakrah to extend lead; Al Rayyan fight back to beat Al Ahli

Doha, Qatar: Al Sadd extended their lead in the Qatar Stars League (QSL) with a 3-1 victory over Al Wakrah at Saoud Bin Abdulrahman Stadium, marking their ninth consecutive win in the top flight. The triumph took Al Sadd to 35 points, four clear of Al Gharafa and Al Shamal, who drew level on points»»»

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BBC 20m

Four years into its full-scale war in Ukraine, Russia is feeling the effects

At first glance, Yelets in winter looks like something from a Russian fairy tale. From the embankment I spy the golden domes of Orthodox churches and, down below, ice fishermen dotted along the frozen river. But in this town, 350km (217 miles) south of Moscow, the fairy tale feeling is transient. O»»»

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24 News Agency 21m

Bodies of 456 Kyrgyzstanis died abroad brought to homeland in 2025 - | 24.KG

In 2025, 456 bodies of citizens who died in various countries were brought home to Kyrgyzstan. Deputy Minister of Labor, Social Security, and Migration, Bakyt Darmankul uulu, announced at a meeting of the Committee on Science, Education, Innovative Development, Information Technology, Culture, Spor»»»

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Al Majalla 21m

Saudi Founding Day and the roots of political continuity

On 22 February of each year, Saudi Arabia celebrates Founding Day, commemorating the establishment of the First Saudi State in 1727 in Diriyah, northwest of present-day Riyadh. The date marks the emergence of a centralised political authority in a region long characterised by fragmentation. Today, »»»

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Gulf News 22m

Anurag Kashyap vs Kamakhya Narayan Singh on The Kerala Story 2; Prakash Raj shares take on Kerala beef fry

Dubai: What’s the beef, you ask? Well, The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond has sparked debates over its depiction of force-feeding beef in certain scenes and no, we’re not just talking memes. The Hindi-language film, which focuses on girls trapped in forced religious conversion rackets, has become the »»»

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Sputnik 26m

China's Xi Congratulates North Korea's Kim on Re-Election as Workers' Party Leader

Chinese President Xi Jinping sent North Korean leader Kim Jong-un congratulations on Monday on his re-election as general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea, the Chinese Foreign Ministry said. Earlier on the day, the state-run Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported Kim's re-election to th»»»

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Al Awsat 28m

Australia Rejects Report it is Repatriating Families of ISIS Militants from Syrian Camp

Australia's center-left government ‌on Sunday rejected a local media report that said it was working to repatriate Australians in a Syrian camp holding families of suspected ISIS militants. The 34 women and children were released on Monday from the camp in northern Syria, but returned to the detent»»»

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Gulf News 32m

Fog hits UAE: One DXB diversion, Sharjah issues alert

Dubai: Minor delays and one flight diversion were reported at Dubai International Airport (DXB) on Monday morning as fog and mist covered parts of the UAE. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.A spokesperson for Dubai Airports confirmed that operations were largely unaffect»»»

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24 News Agency 33m

Cabinet ready to allocate 200,000 hectares of unused land to migrants - | 24.KG

The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan is ready to allocate 200,000 hectares of unused land to migrant workers for agricultural use. First Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture and Processing Industry Zhanybek Kerimaliev stated at a meeting of the Committee on Agrarian Policy, Water Resou»»»

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The Peninsula 33m

Throwback Food Festival revives Qatar’s cherished culinary heritage

Doha, Qatar: The third edition of the Throwback Food Festival is drawing steady crowds to Old Doha Port, where nostalgia, cuisine and community spirit have converged to create one of the season’s most distinctive Ramadan attractions. Designed as a celebration of Qatar’s culinary heritage, the festi»»»

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Gulf News 33m

India loses third Tejas jet: IAF grounds entire fleet amid Mk-1A delays, Dubai Airshow accident

New Delhi: The Tejas light combat aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF) sustained major airframe damage after overshooting the runway at a frontline airbase earlier this month, following a suspected brake failure, sources told PTI on Sunday. Also Read: Dubai Airshow explains why event continued af»»»

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Gulf News 33m

Indian Embassy issues urgent shelter alert after cartel violence in Mexico

Dubai: Indian nationals in several parts of Mexico have been urged to remain indoors after violent clashes linked to a major cartel operation triggered widespread unrest, road blockades and security risks across multiple states. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The Emba»»»

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Al Awsat 40m

The US, Iran to Meet in Geneva Thursday for Crucial Talks

Oman’s Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi said talks between the United States and Iran would resume on Thursday in Geneva "with a positive push to go the extra mile towards finalizing” a deal on Tehran's nuclear program. Speaking to CBS News on Sunday, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said deta»»»

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The Peninsula 41m

Unesco Chair at HBKU explores AI’s impact on human behaviour

Doha, Qatar: The four-year Unesco Chair in Digital Technologies and Human Behavior at Hamad Bin Khalifa University brings together research, education, international collaboration, and public engagement to examine how digital technologies are shaping human behaviour in the age of Artificial Intelli»»»

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24 News Agency 45m

Kyrgyz fish farmers sound alarm over possible ban on trout feed imports - | 24.KG

Fish farms across Kyrgyzstan have expressed serious concern over discussions of a possible ban on the import of fish feed. According to Renad Dosaev, head of the Association of Fish Farms, he receives daily appeals from farmers in all regions of the country, while conflicting statements from govern»»»

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The Peninsula 45m

Residents embrace winter Ramadan atmosphere across nation

Doha, Qatar: With the holy month of Ramadan unfolding amid Qatar’s cooler winter weather this year, citizens and residents have expressed widespread appreciation for the distinctive atmosphere, describing the experience as both spiritually uplifting and socially vibrant. Across Doha and other parts»»»

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Gulf News 46m

Airlines cancel flights after cartel boss killed, US issues shelter alert

Dubai: Airlines halted operations and issued travel waivers after violent clashes erupted in western Mexico following a military operation that killed one of the country’s most powerful cartel leaders, triggering widespread disruption and security alerts for civilians and travellers. Sign up for ou»»»

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Al Awsat 52m

US Says Ambassador’s Comments on Middle East and Israel Were Taken Out of Context 

An uproar continued Sunday after the US ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, said Israel has a right to much of the Middle East, as more Arab and Muslim countries objected and the US said his comments were taken out of context. Huckabee spoke in an interview with conservative commentator Tucker Car»»»

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UPI 54m

Danish defense minister says there is 'no need' for U.S. hospital boat - UPI.com

Danish Defence Minister Troels Lund Poulsen and Danish Justice Minister Peter Hummelgaard speak during a press conference in September. Poulsen said there was no need for Trump's hospital boat. File Photo by Emil Helms/EPA Feb. 22 (UPI) -- Greenland and Denmark on Sunday both rejected a hospital bo»»»

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24 News Agency 57m

Ala-Too Resort project draws interest from UAE Royal Sheikh Mansour - | 24.KG

The Ala-Too Resort project has attracted the interest of Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, a member of the ruling family of the United Arab Emirates. Representatives of his office and the management of Ala-Too Resort OJSC held online negotiations, the company said. The parties discussed investmen»»»

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The Peninsula 57m

Qatar strengthens nationwide drive to reduce food waste

Doha, Qatar: A nationwide drive to reduce food waste and promote sustainable consumption is gaining momentum across Qatar, as ministries, research institutions and social organizations intensify coordination under the umbrella of the Qatar National Food Security Strategy 2030. The Hifz Al Naema ini»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

China urges US to cancel unilateral tariffs after Supreme Court ruling

Beijing: China urged the United States on Monday to cancel unilateral tariffs announced by President Donald Trump after the US Supreme Court struck down many of his measures. The court ruled six to three on Friday that Trump does not have the authority to impose tariffs under a 1977 law he has reli»»»

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24 News Agency 1h

About 6,000 consumers in Bishkek to be disconnected for electricity debt - | 24.KG

On February 24, more than 6,000 consumers in Bishkek will be remotely disconnected from electricity services due to outstanding debts. To avoid inconvenience, the Bishkek Electric Grid Company, a branch of NENK OJSC, urges consumers to pay their electricity bills on time. For users’ convenience, th»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Young minds, big ideas: Innovation exhibition draws global participation

The Ataa Hamdan Volunteer Team took part in the International Global Exhibition for innovative students, held in Dubai, in a participation that highlighted the team’s commitment to supporting creativity and fostering a culture of innovation among young people. Also Read: 680 young achievers honoure»»»

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24 News Agency 1h

Foreign Minister of Kyrgyzstan to pay working visit to Switzerland - | 24.KG

On February 23-24, 2026, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Jeenbek Kulubaev, will pay a working visit to the Swiss Confederation to participate in the High-Level Segments of the 61st session of the UN Human Rights Council and the Conference on Disarmament. Participation in key»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Vishnupriya’s father discovered bound to chair at Kodaikanal home, investigation underway

Dubai: The father of Malayalam and Tamil actress Vishnupriya, Suryanarayanan, was found dead under suspicious circumstances at his bungalow in Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu. According to a report published on The New Indian Express, Suryanarayanan’s body was discovered bound to a chair with his face taped»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Dubai gold jumps Dh7 in a day, touches monthly peak

Dubai: Gold prices in Dubai surged sharply on Monday, delivering one of the biggest single-day increases this month and pushing retail rates closer to recent record territory. (Check latest UAE gold prices here, alongside prices in Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and India.) Sign up for»»»

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24 News Agency 1h

Almasbek Abytov appointed Chief of Staff of Zhogorku Kenesh - | 24.KG

Almasbek Abytov has been appointed the new Chief of Staff of the Zhogorku Kenesh. The corresponding order was signed by Parliament Speaker Marlen Mamataliev, the Parliament’s press service reported. Prior to his appointment, Almasbek Abytov served as the Plenipotentiary Representative of the Presid»»»

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Gulf News 1h

How Dh100 can change lives this Ramadan: Sharjah Charity launches new campaign

Sharjah: For the second consecutive year, Sharjah Charity International has launched its Ramadan initiative, “Bouquet of Goodness,” inviting the community to donate Dh100 to support a wide range of humanitarian and charitable projects across the UAE and abroad. (Click here for UAE Ramadan Prayer Ti»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Dubai court orders contractor to pay Dh4.7 million to subcontractor

Dubai: The Dubai Commercial Court has ordered a contracting company to pay Dh4.7 million to a subcontractor for completed works, outstanding rental dues and compensation for scaffolding, together with legal interest of 5 per cent per annum. The case stems from a subcontract signed in February 2024 »»»

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The Budapest Times 1h

Average earnings up by 6.3 percent

Full-time employees’ average gross earnings were HUF 789,200 and average net earnings reached HUF 548,900 in December 2025. Average gross earnings grew by 8.5%, net average earnings increased by 9.8% and real earnings were 6.3% higher than a year earlier. The increase in net average earnings exceed»»»

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The Budapest Times 1h

Fewer dwellings put to use, but construction permits rise significantly

In 2025, 12,062 new dwellings were built, 9.3% fewer than a year earlier. The number of dwellings to be built based on issued construction permits and simple declarations was 28,081, 37% more than in 2024. In 2025, 12,062 dwellings were put into use, representing a 9.3% decrease compared to the pre»»»

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24 News Agency 1h

Kazakhstan's grain exports to Kyrgyzstan increases 1.7 times - | 24.KG

Grain exports from Kazakhstan to Kyrgyzstan increased 1.7 times. Data from the National Company Kazakhstan Temir Zholy JSC say. From September 2025 to February 19, 2026, at least 6.4 million tons of new-harvest grain were exported to foreign markets. This represents a 19.7 percent increase compared»»»

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24 News Agency 1h

Kunduzbek Sulaimanov voluntarily resigns as member of Zhogorku Kenesh - | 24.KG

Kunduzbek Sulaimanov voluntarily resigned as a member of the Zhogorku Kenesh. He submitted a corresponding letter to the Central Election Commission of Kyrgyzstan (CEC). The CEC confirmed this information. The matter will be considered at its meeting today. Earlier, Kunduzbek Sulaimanov also volunt»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Can you swap any foreign driving licence for a UAE one?

Dubai: Dubai Police have dismissed circulating social media rumours claiming that driving licences issued from any country can now be replaced with a UAE driving licence, confirming that the information is false. Official sources at Dubai Police said the claims, which spread widely over the past tw»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Emirates, Etihad cancel more US–UAE flights amid winter storm

Emirates and Etihad Airways have cancelled additional flights to and from the United States on Monday as a powerful winter storm sweeps across the Northeast. The blizzard has prompted travel bans, flight suspensions and widespread shutdowns across major cities, including New York, New Jersey and Bo»»»

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24 News Agency 2h

Kyrgyzstan to purchase English-bred horses for World Nomad Games - | 24.KG

A total of 147 million soms will be allocated for the World Nomad Games. Member of Parliament Dastan Bekeshev announced on his Telegram channel. According to him, members of Parliament will review a draft Cabinet of Minister’s decree. «147 million soms are allocated for the purchase of English-bred»»»

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Sputnik 2h

Russia's Advanced Military Equipment Will Always Be in Good Hands - Putin

Russia will increase the pace of developing advanced systems for its army, and this equipment will always be in good hands, Russian President Vladimir Putin said. In a video address, the head of state congratulated Russians on Defender of the Fatherland Day. The president emphasized that Russia wou»»»

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Sputnik 2h

Mexican President Urges Citizens to Remain Calm Amid Unrest

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum urged citizens to remain calm and stay informed amid unrest in several regions of the country following the death of the leader of Mexico's largest cartel, and expressed gratitude to the army and security forces for their work. On February 22, the Mexican Defense»»»

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Sputnik 2h

Kim Jong Un Re-Elected as Secretary General of Workers' Party of Korea - Reports

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has been re-elected as Secretary General of the Workers' Party of Korea, the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported. This congress fully supported and approved the proposal to re-elect Kim to the highest post of the WPK, the state-run agency said.WorldKim Inaugur»»»

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France24 2h

North Korea’s Kim re-elected Workers’ Party general secretary at congress

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has been re-elected general secretary of the ruling Workers’ Party at a rare congress, state media said Monday, calling the decision unanimous among delegates. KCNA said the country’s nuclear-based “war deterrence” had been “radically improved” under Kim’s leadership»»»

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