Doha, Qatar: England’s Rachel Arnold yesterday sealed the biggest win of her career, overcoming eight-time World Champion Nour ElSherbini of Egypt, coming from a game down to book her spot in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Qatar Classic in Doha. The Malaysian World No.26 lost the first game but fou»»»

Several UAE flights are delayed or cancelled as airlines monitor regional airspace Dubai: UAE travellers are facing another day of mixed flight operations, with multiple delays and cancellations reported at Dubai International Airport and Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi as tensions around »»»

Doha, Qatar: Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC) is launching its 2026 Patient Safety Campaign from 17 to 23 September 2026, as part of Qatar Patient Safety Week and in conjunction with World Patient Safety Day, observed annually on September 17. This year’s observance is held under the theme “S»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar is actively future-proofing its public sector by equipping administrative leaders and professionals with cutting-edge expertise in artificial intelligence, data analytics, and Government Technology (GovTech). The National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) recently joined forces with t»»»

Provocation or progress? Debate over beauty, power and betting in women’s sport Dubai: There are Hollywood stars who sell perfume, stars who sell handbags and then there is Sydney Sweeney, who appears to have decided that controversy itself is a perfectly respectable luxury product. Her latest camp»»»

Minister of Education and Science Prof. Georgi Valchev addressed teachers, school principals, students and parents on the occasion of the start of the new school year in Bulgaria. As quoted by the ministry's press centre, Valchev said that every new school year begins with the sound of the school b»»»

Surprise Trump call turns AI safety debate into rally for data centers and growth US President Donald Trump made a surprise appearance — by telephone— during a live interview with Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, abruptly inserting himself into one of the tech industry's most heated debates: whether the ra»»»

When Ursula von der Leyen addresses the European Parliament on Wednesday (16 September), for her yearly State of the European Union (SOTEU) speech, competitiveness is once again expected to feature prominently. But what will that mean in practice? For our new report, Economic Competitiveness and Eu»»»

Gulf transit disruptions slow EU arrivals, Sri Lanka eyes 3 million tourists at ATM 2026 Sri Lanka's arrivals from Europe have declined, specifically among Europeans who rely on the Middle East transit corridor to reach the island, according to Nalin Jayasundera, President of the Sri Lanka Associat»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Vodafone Qatar has reaffirmed commitment to supporting sports and community initiatives as the exclusive telecommunications partner of the Seashore Phoenix Games, marking the second year of its five-year strategic partnership with the event. The partnership reflects a shar»»»

Motorists are facing heavy traffic on Sweihan Road and along Al Ain Road Abu Dhabi motorists are facing delays on several major roads this morning, with heavy traffic reported in Khalifa City, Al Rawdah, Shakhbout City and along routes leading to the capital's outer areas. Traffic is moving slowly »»»

Fishermen missing after drone attack near Kargan and Larak Island Tehran: Two fishing boats were targeted in a drone attack off Iran's southern coast on Monday night, leaving a number of fishermen missing, the semi-official Mehr news agency reported. The attack was carried out off the coast of the »»»

Justices keep long-standing mail voting rules in place for 2026 midterms WASHINGTON: The Supreme Court on Monday rejected President Donald Trump's bid to restrict mail ballots for the midterm elections, capping a flurry of last-minute legal action with voting already underway. The decision allows s»»»

Kuwaitisation and restructuring risks prompt lenders to scrutinise employment stability Dubai: Kuwaiti banks are tightening lending criteria for expatriates as concerns over job security, Kuwaitisation and potential contract terminations prompt lenders to take a more selective approach to credit, b»»»

Seven homes and two vehicles damaged in attacks on Abha, Khamis Mushait and Taif Dubai: Thirteen civilians were injured and several homes and vehicles damaged in Houthi missile and drone attacks on three Saudi cities, the Coalition to Support Legitimacy in Yemen said early on Tuesday. Coalition spo»»»

Mobility score falls to 42 as Pakistani passport slips to the record 183rd global ranking Dubai: Pakistan’s passport has slipped to 183rd place globally in 2026, according to the latest Passport Reports ranking, reversing the modest improvement recorded over the previous two years. The Pakistani pa»»»

From Fiji to Vanuatu, Indians get up to 180 days in 25 visa-free destinations Dubai: Indian passport holders can travel to 25 destinations without a visa in advance, while 40 countries offer visa on arrival, according to the latest September 2026 Passport Reports ranking. The Indian passport ranks »»»

US offers global rewards for insiders exposing Iran sanctions evasion networks The US Treasury Department is escalating its financial campaign against Iran: now, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is asking people around the world to report businesses, banks and individuals allegedly helping Tehran e»»»

Young people need opportunities to build, create, solve problems and develop usable skills For generations, the advice to young people was fairly straightforward: do well at school, go to university, get a degree and then find a good job. For many careers, that remains sound advice. Doctors, engine»»»

Madrid insists no solid proof Rabat orchestrated July migrant wave into Ceuta Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez on Monday dismissed as Netflix-worthy allegations he was being blackmailed by Morocco over the migration crisis in Spain's North African territory of Ceuta. Since over 70,000 migrants streamed»»»

US ruling pauses stricter visa time caps for foreign scholars and reporters A US federal judge on Monday postponed implementation of a Trump administration policy that would impose stricter limits on how long foreign students and journalists can study or work in the United States. The preliminary i»»»

Pentagon says IRGC mine story is 'false', blames Iran for missile, drone attacks The claim by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) that a Panama-flagged oil tanker recently "struck a naval mine" in the Strait of Hormuz is "false", according to the US military. In a post, the Central Comm»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Waldorf Astoria Doha West Bay has been named Qatar’s Leading Business Hotel at the 33rd annual World Travel Awards presented during the awards ceremony held in Dubai on September 13, 2026. The recognition highlights the hotel’s position as a destination for business travel»»»

Tribune News Network Doha ExxonMobil Qatar has reaffirmed commitment to advancing education and STEM learning in Qatar by supporting a new training facility at Teach For Qatar, a dedicated hub for professional development, innovation and community learning. Building on a longstanding strategic part»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Msheireb Properties has begun the Phase One rollout of “Rashid”, its AI Digital Companion, across Msheireb Downtown Doha marking the next stage of a first-of-its-kind service for the city and a further advancement in its smart city capabilities. Rashid follows the Memorand»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC) is launching its 2026 Patient Safety Campaign from September 17 to 23, 2026, as part of Qatar Patient Safety Week and in conjunction with World Patient Safety Day, observed annually on September 17. This year’s observance is being hel»»»

Talk about doomsday scrolling. In the past week, our timelines have been alight with dark predictions of our imminent demise, including the one by a Silicon Valley engineer who puts a number on the chances of artificial intelligence wiping out humanity. Better than 10-percent. Triggering the wave o»»»

PRESS REVIEW – Monday, September 14: The New York Times released an exclusive report titled “How Iran’s hard-liners prevailed and sabotaged the US peace deal”. Also: Trump says AI fears are "exaggerated", but reports show a different reality. The New York Times spoke to anonymous regime insiders wh»»»

Saudi Arabia launched dozens of airstrikes on western Yemen on Monday after Iran-backed Houthi rebels attacked military facilities in the kingdom. The renewed fighting around the Red Sea comes as the wider US-Iran war threatens vital shipping routes across the region. Yemen's Houthis said on Monday»»»

In this edition of Perspective, FRANCE 24’s Stuart Norval speaks to Dan Wang, a China expert whose book ‘Breakneck:  China’s Quest to Engineer the Future’ is a New York Times bestseller. It takes a close look at Chinese life and draws from Wang’s own ten years of living there. Wang says the Ch»»»

The summit was marked by several notable events and could herald significant changes in BRICS members’ relations, India-China Economic and Cultural Council Secretary-General Mohammed Saqib tells Sputnik. Indian PM Narendra Modi’s call to restructure the global governance system, including a UNSC re»»»

Residents in Najran urged to seek shelter and follow official safety instructions Riyadh: Saudi Arabia’s National Early Warning Platform has announced that the danger has passed in Najran Province, following an emergency warning issued earlier for the region. Residents have been urged to continue f»»»

Damascus, Sept. 14 (SANA) President Ahmad al-Sharaa will be the keynote speaker at the Arab Media Summit 2026, which opens Tuesday at Dubai World Trade Centre, the Presidency’s Media Directorate told SANA. The media directorate said President al-Sharaa will take part in a special session titled “Sy»»»

The world: - National Day of Costa Rica. Independence Day (1821); - National Day of Guatemala. Independence Day (1821); - National Day of Salvador. Independence Day (1821); - National Day of Nicaragua. Independence Day (1821); On this date in Bulgarian history: 1946: 28th Ordinary National Assembly»»»

Washington: US President Donald Trump said Iran wants to reach an agreement quickly and badly, adding that he would decide whether the United States would engage in negotiations with Tehran and stressing that Washington was open to the option. In a post on Truth Social on Monday, Trump said that Ir»»»

The AI boom that has powered markets and unleashed a flood of investment is showing signs of strain. Calls to slow the development of powerful models fuel doubts over whether the sector's promised profits can justify its staggering costs. Calls to rein in the development of ever more powerful AI mo»»»

Europe increasingly recognises Palestinian statehood as a political objective while watching the territory required for it being steadily eroded. European governments oppose settlement expansion, settler attacks, land confiscation and the E1 project; a growing number have recognised the State of Pa»»»

Publication looks at life at sea, pearl merchants, and Dalma Island The history of pearl diving in Abu Dhabi, from the lives of divers and merchants to the vessels and tools they used, is being explored in a new book launched at the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair. The National Archives and Libra»»»

E20 Investment, a UAE-based investment group, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with EDAFA Venture, a regional venture capital company, to explore cooperation and investment opportunities in agriculture, aquaculture, food security, and related technologies, while supporting startups de»»»

Several senior Israeli politicians have lashed out at the filmmakers behind a documentary accusing the IDF of using AI-assisted systems in the mass killing of Palestinians in Gaza. Israeli Culture Minister Miki Zohar went so far as to accuse the two Oscar-winning directors of treachery and threaten»»»

Bulgaria will support Italy in establishing a centre to combat hybrid attacks, Defence Minister Dimitar Stoyanov told journalists at Bezmer Air Base, where he welcomed Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto. The proposal was discussed during a meeting between the two sides at the air base. "I firm»»»

The tablets were hidden inside a cargo van after arriving in Libya through a seaport Dubai: Libyan authorities have seized about 100,000 ecstasy pills smuggled into the country from Europe, with each tablet moulded in the likeness of former Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi. Images released by a securi»»»

ATM 2026 showcase highlights tourist support, mountain rescue and cyber safety tools Dubai: Dubai Police showcased a range of smart security, rescue and tourist support services at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, highlighting how technology and policing help create a safer and more seamless exper»»»

Lapse detected only after they had boarded Munich-bound flight without immigration checks Dubai: Three Italian nationals managed to fly out of India from Delhi airport without undergoing mandatory immigration clearance after a series of passenger-handling failures allowed them to move from a domest»»»

A memorial stone plaque in the naval town on the Kola Peninsula includes 155 names. At least 70 of them were added in 2026. A memorial site in Polyarny on the Kola Peninsula, which was built in 2024, is being expanded as more local men are killed in the war of aggression against Ukraine. The memori»»»

The 33rd edition brings together 1,405 tourism organisations and companies from worldwide Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, toured the 33rd Arabian Travel Market on Monday. The exhibition, being held at Dub»»»

Quito: The Ecuadorian Football Federation announced today the appointment of Argentine Marcelo Gallardo as head coach of the national team, succeeding his compatriot Sebastián Beccacece, whose contract was not renewed following Ecuador's exit against Mexico in the Round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup.»»»

The fair is a global platform for culture, knowledge and dialogue The ongoing edition of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF 2026) - which runs until Sep 18 - holds exceptional significance in the fair’s history, marking a new milestone in a journey spanning 35 editions of continuous growt»»»

BELGRADE - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic received the credentials of several non-resident ambassadors at the Palace of Serbia in Belgrade on Monday. The credentials were presented by the ambassadors of the Republic of Congo, Ivory Coast, Paraguay, the Maldives, Tanzania, Saudi Arabia, Nigeria »»»

Event expected to attract over 5,000 participants, 60 exhibitors, and 70 speakers Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, Dubai»»»