DOHA: Al Arabi climbed to third in the Qatar Stars League standings after beating Al Sailiya 2-0 at Khalifa International Stadium yesterday. Younes Hussein scored the winner as Al Ahli edged 10-man Qatar SC 1-0 in the other match. After draws in their opening two matches, Al Arabi produced an impre»»»

Dubai’s new platform uses AI to automate registrations, manage projects and cut paperwork Dubai: Dubai developers can now register real estate transactions, manage projects and oversee escrow accounts through a single digital platform launched by the Dubai Land Department (DLD), as the emirate expa»»»

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Hourly labour costs in adjusted form (according to the number of working days) increased 1.8% in the second quarter of 2026 compared with the same period in 2025, while compared with the previous quarter they were 0.32% lower, the National Institute of Statistics (INS) announced on Thursday.Compare»»»

Romania urgently needs to diversify its economic relations and trade, and Canada and Africa are two important directions for diversification and growth, said on Thursday the Minister of the Economy, Digitalisation, Entrepreneurship and Tourism Irineu Darau, who participated in the Africa Expansion »»»

The Standard & Poor's rating mission will arrive in Romania in three weeks, and clear, continuously communicated and transparent results - alongside fiscal discipline that does not hinder investment - and responsibility are key to Romania's credibility, acting Finance Minister Alexandru Nazare wrot»»»

The challenges facing children and teenagers amid rapid digital developments, as well as solutions to protect them online, were in the focus of discussions on Thursday in Chisinau at an international conference on online safety and the impact of the digital environment on mental health. Among those»»»

The Romanian government announces that it is taking all steps for Romania to fully collect the amount EUR 770 million euros related to the integrity milestone under the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR)."The government is taking all steps to make sure that Romania will fully collect the »»»

The Social Democratic Party (PSD) has sharply condemned what it calls "unacceptable actions" by the Save Romania Union (USR) at European level, accusing the party of trying to "save" Dominic Fritz from the legal sanctions applicable in a conflict-of-interest case."USR is misleading European officia»»»

The social security agreement between Romania and the United States, which entered into force on September 1, represents a mark of respect for the generations of Romanians and Americans who have contributed to the economies of both countries, Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs Oana Toiu stated on F»»»

President Nicusor Dan said on Thursday that he will nominate a candidate for prime minister "in the coming days", noting that the public is waiting for a government to be formed."In the coming days. Obviously, the public is waiting for us to have a government. Discussions have been taking place thr»»»

Interim Foreign Minister Oana Toiu informed her EU counterparts about repeated illegal incursions by Russian drones into Romania's national airspace and exclusive economic zone and stressed the need for enhanced measures to protect the Eastern Flank, taking into account the complementarity of EU an»»»

President Nicusor Dan said on Thursday that the "vast majority" of judges and prosecutors in Romania are honest and responsible people who take their duties seriously.President Nicusor Dan attended, unannounced, a debate on the first item on the agenda of the plenary sitting of the Superior Council»»»

President Nicusor Dan will welcomed 17 designated foreign ambassadors at Cotroceni Presidential Palace on Friday, on the occasion of the presentation of their letters of credence.According to the Presidential Administration, they include the new ambassadors of Canada - Kevin Rex, Serbia - Dragan Si»»»

Interim Foreign Affairs Minister Oana Toiu held a bilateral meeting on Thursday in London with British Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs Ed Miliband, context in which they discussed the Romanian diaspora in the UK, but also the bilateral cooperation in the defence»»»

Romania wants an ambitious future European Union budget, with substantial amounts for Cohesion and Agriculture, President Nicusor Dan said on Thursday at a joint news conference with European Council President Antonio Costa.The head of state said the main topic of his talks with the European Counci»»»

The European Union's next multiannual budget will enable Europe to strengthen its defence and security and increase its competitiveness, European Council President Antonio Costa said on Thursday during a joint press conference with President Nicusor Dan at Cotroceni Palace.Antonio Costa said he was»»»

President Nicusor Dan welcomed on Thursday President of the European Council Antonio Costa at the Cotroceni Palace.Antonio Costa was welcomed by the head of state in the Hall of Honor of the Cotroceni Palace.According to the official agenda of Antonio Costa, he will travel to Sofia and Athens durin»»»

The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has approved a new procedure for cooperation between government agencies and international organizations, integration associations and international treaty bodies. The document is aimed at improving the effectiveness of such cooperation and distributing respon»»»

Police say the sailors were drunk but committed no offence under Thai law Bangkok: Two sailors from the US aircraft carrier making a port call to Thailand were sent back to the ship after a drunken altercation, Thai police said Friday. Police were alerted to a "small scuffle" involving the sailors »»»

Far-right premier touts stability and security while opponents march Rome: Giorgia Meloni on Friday celebrates her hard-right government becoming the longest-lasting in Italy's postwar history, with a rally in Bari expected to draw thousands of supporters, while protesters demonstrate nearby. Italy»»»

DOHA: Qatar Museums yesterday opened Ektashif: Uzbekistan at the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA), presenting works by seven Qatari artists inspired by their travels through Uzbekistan’s historic cities and their engagement with the country’s living artistic traditions. Organised by MIA in collaboration»»»

DOHA: The General Secretariat of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf (GCC) honoured a number of Qatari youth recognised for their distinguished achievements and initiatives, alongside the “Fazat Al-Adaam Youth” initiative. The recognition included Fatima Saad Al Mohannadi and Sa»»»

DOHA: Represented by its Criminal Studies Institute, Public Prosecution signed yesterday a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the State Audit Bureau, for cooperation in the fields of training and development, enhancing institutional cooperation and the exchange of expertise. On the Public Prose»»»

Doha: Foundation Programme Unit at the University of Doha for Science and Technology has secured 10-year re-accreditation for its Foundation Programme and Technician Certificate Foundation Programme from the Commission on English Language Accreditation (CEA), an internationally recognised accrediti»»»

Hungary’s Magyar government has announced a broad package of social, environmental and institutional measures, including a two-stage pay rise for social workers, higher benefits for people with reduced working capacity, major changes to the child protection system and the creation of a new national»»»

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DOHA: The Civil Service and Government Development Bureau, represented by the Talent Management and National Human Resources Development Department, has organised the 19th virtual workshop for Ambassadors of the “Performance” (Adaa) system, as part of preparations for the formal performance evaluat»»»

Manama: The State of Qatar took part in the 39th Meeting of Their Highnesses and Excellencies Ministers of Youth and Sports in the GCC States, convened on September 2 in Manama, Bahrain. Representing Qatar at the meeting was Undersecretary of the Ministry of Sports and Youth, H E Eng. Yasser bin Ab»»»

DOHA: Chief Executive Officer of the Qatar International Court Faisal bin Rashid Al Sahouti affirmed that over the past 15 years, the Court has played an important role in advancing judicial and legal thought in the country and contributing to the consolidation of the principles of the rule of law.»»»

A player from the national team of Uzbekistan was injured during a zher ulak (kokpar) match at the 6th World Nomad Games. The incident occurred during the game. The athlete, wearing number 7, attempted to pick up the ulak (goat carcass) from the ground while at a gallop but fell from his horse. Foo»»»

Russian forces have hit the Eco-Avtotekhniks logistics center in the Kiev region, where warehouses were storing dual-use goods, the Russian Defense Ministry said. Other targets struck:* A dry cargo ship in the port of Yuzhny* In the port of Chernomorsk – a dry cargo ship, a warehouse with military »»»

DOHA: The Legal and Judicial Studies Center at the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) witnessed its trainee enrolment surge by 16.4 percent year-over-year to reach 1,100 male and female participants in the first half of 2026, compared to 945 participants registered during the same period last year. Accordin»»»

DOHA: The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) to establish a framework for cooperation in research, education and community services. The MoU was signed on behalf of MoPH by Sheikh Dr Mohamed b»»»

DOHA: Safari Hypermarket, one of Doha’s leading hypermarket chains, handed over the cars to the winners of the sixth draw of its mega promotion, “Shop & Drive – Win 30 Bestune Cars.” The cars were presented to the winners of the draw held on August 2 at Safari Hypermarket in Ezdan Mall. The officia»»»

DOHA: Widam Food Company, a Qatari public shareholding company, has launched a camel abattoir at Abu Nakhla Camel Market, as well as a mobile abattoir operating at the company’s sheep sales yard in the same area. In a statement Wednesday, the company said the launch of the two abattoirs comes in li»»»

DOHA: The second day of the final in-person competitions of the inaugural Rofaqa Global Orphans Branch of the Founder Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed bin Thani Quran Competition continued at the Imam Muhammad bin Abdul Wahhab Mosque in Doha, with 20 participants competing in the categories for memorisin»»»

The 5th People’s Kurultai will take place in Bishkek on December 18. President Sadyr Japarov signed the decree. According to the document, 700 delegates will be elected to the Kurultai. The decree approved the quota distribution for delegates, the composition of the organizing committee, and the in»»»

Rome: The 83rd Venice International Film Festival, the world’s oldest film festival, opened on Wednesday on the Lido di Venezia, featuring a broad selection of independent films and a notable Arab cinema presence, including eight films and projects supported by the Doha Film Institute. The festival»»»

Qatar participated in the 35th meeting of the Committee of Directors General of Civil Defense of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, which was held at the headquarters of the Council’s General Secretariat in Riyadh. The Ministry of Interior’s delegation was headed by Director General of C»»»

Cairo: Chairman of the Board of the Doha International Center for Interfaith Dialogue (DICID) Dr. Ibrahim bin Saleh Al Nuaimi affirmed the great attention that the State of Qatar pays to the family and its stability, pointing to the Qatari national campaigns aimed at empowering and developing the f»»»

Fazeena Saleem THE PENINSULA DOHA: Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) continued to expand and strengthen its healthcare services in the first half of 2026, with a focus on advanced care, digital transformation and greater access for patients. The latest figures highlight HMC’s central role in Qatar’s »»»

DOHA: Minister of Environment and Climate Change H E Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie, met with Ambassador of Türkiye to Qatar H E Dr. Mehmet Mustafa Göksu, on the occasion of the conclusion of his tenure. The Minister expressed his thanks and appreciation to the ambassador for his ef»»»

Equestrian shows, falconry, police dogs and technology draw visitors to ADNEC The Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition 2026 (ADIHEX 2026), known as “Abu Dhabi 2026”, is offering visitors a wide range of shows and interactive experiences that combine the authenticity of Emirati »»»

German police have launched an investigation into a suspected arson attack near the Munich premises of defense contractors Rohde & Schwarz and Helsing, detaining two Bulgarian nationals in connection with the incident. Two incendiary devices were thrown from a car at a construction site around midn»»»

Traditional Kyrgyz cuisine has been presented to guests at Kyrchyn jailoo (pasture) as part of the VI World Nomad Games. At the ethnic cuisine venue, visitors can taste national dishes and watch how they are prepared and served. The organizers are introducing guests not only to Kyrgyz cuisine, but »»»

Western countries will do everything they can to continue the Ukraine conflict, Russian presidential adviser Anton Kobyakov said during a press briefing wrapping up the 2026 Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok. “The West will dodge, intimidate, pressure, flatter, deceive and engage in intrigues,”»»»

The national team of Afghanistan has withdrawn from zher ulak (kokpar) competition at the VI World Nomad Games. The decision followed disagreements over the horses provided to the team. A team representative said this was the reason the players refused to take the field. The federation disagreed wi»»»

Melis Mamadaliev has been appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Kyrgyzstan to the Republic of Korea. President Sadyr Japarov signed the decree, the Presidential Administration reported. Prior to this appointment, Melis Mamadaliev served as Director of the Department of Internati»»»

Tunisia's top court on Thursday upheld prison sentences of up to 45 years for opposition leaders, lawyers and businessmen convicted in a major conspiracy case, in a ruling opponents said further entrenches President Kais Saied's authoritarian rule.  Tunisia's Cassation Court on Thursday upheld»»»