U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales, R-Texas, on Monday announced that he will retire from Congress amid an investigation into his behavior with more than one of his staffers and a bipartisan move by the House of Representatives to expel him from the Congress. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Apri»»»

U.S. President Donald Trum nominated former congresswoman Michelle Steel (R) as ambassador to South Korea. In this April 2023 photo, Steel arrives at the White House for a state dinner with former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo U.S. President Don»»»

Share: A generational peace is within reach—but only if Israel abandons dominance and embraces full equality with a sovereign Lebanon By: Ya Libnan Editorial Board , Opinion Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks of a “lasting peace” with Lebanon—one that endures for generations. That vis»»»

The U.S. military under Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced Monday that it had attacked an alleged drug-trafficking boat in the eastern Pacific, killing two people. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo April 13 (UPI) -- The U.S. military on Monday conducted another strike of an alleged »»»

The UAE’s health authorities have issued the National Guide for Food and Beverages in the School Environment, designed to support school administrations, food suppliers, and service providers in making informed choices that ensure students have access to a diverse range of healthy and nutritious fo»»»

The UAE will see fair to partly cloudy skies with a chance of light rainfall today, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). Light to moderate north-westerly to south-westerly winds are expected, freshening at times and causing blowing dust and sand, with speeds of 10–25 km/h, reachin»»»

Ras Al Khaimah: The Ras Al Khaimah Court of First Instance has overturned a one-year jail sentence issued in absentia against a 49-year-old Gulf national, replacing it with a Dh10,000 fine after accepting his opposition and citing medical evidence and gaps in the prosecution’s case. In its ruling d»»»

For over 40 days, talks about conflict punctuated daily life. Phones sent warnings at different times of the day and night, and most tried to adjust to a 'new normal' that slowly seeped into their routines. While adults searched for ways to get through each day, they also had to find ways to calm t»»»

Archaeologists in Oman have uncovered a series of ancient graves and artefacts dating back thousands of years along a coastal road, offering new insights into early burial practices in the region. The Ministry of Heritage and Tourism said survey and excavation works were carried out across three si»»»

Ajman: When His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, called on citizens and residents to raise the national flag above homes, institutions and buildings, most responded by hoisting the UAE flag in a show of solidarity and n»»»

Dubai: It’s mid-spring in the UAE, yet the weather still carries a distinct winter feel. Cooler temperatures, fresh winds and recent rainfall have extended what many residents believe as an unusually long winter, but has it finally come to an end? The short answer, experts say, is not just yet, but»»»

Ford CEO Jim Farley has issued a stark warning: Chinese-made electric vehicles, developed and manufactured with generous state subsidies, will crush US carmakers through low-cost offerings. In a recent interview, the auto executive urged the US government to block Chinese-made electric vehicles fro»»»

ABU DHABI: Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has discussed regional developments during telephone conversations with several foreign ministers of brotherly and friendly nations, following the unprovoked and terrorist Iranian missile attacks »»»

Oil futures have diverged sharply early on Tuesday morning (as per 8.28am Tokyo time, April 14, 2026) with WTI crude sliding even as Brent and Middle East benchmarks rally. This reflects a split between US and global risk sentiment amid ongoing Middle East conflict dynamics. The trend-busting WTI–B»»»

DUBAI: Abdulla bin Touq Al Marry, Minister of Economy and Tourism, met today with a high-level Uzbek delegation to discuss expanding bilateral economic and investment ties. The talks focused on fostering sustainable development partnerships across priority sectors including the new economy, tourism»»»

Share: FILE PHOTO: Demonstrators wave Lebanese flags during protests near the site of a blast at Beirut’s port area where 245 people were killed , 7000 were injured and 300, 000 became homeless after thousands of tons of ammonium nitrate that were illegally stored there by Hezbollah were detonated »»»

The United States and Iran are in active discussions about holding another round of face-to-face negotiations aimed at securing a longer-term ceasefire and preventing renewed conflict after recent talks in Pakistan ended without a deal, Bloomberg reported, citing "people familiar with the matter". »»»

LOS ANGELES: Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell’s abrupt exit from the race for California governor left his rivals scrambling to lock down his former supporters in a crowded contest with no clear leader, injecting more turmoil into the campaign to lead the nation’s most populous state. Swalwell’s decis»»»

NEW YORK: A United Nations official has called for the necessity of strengthening multilateral cooperation between the United Nations and the European Union, considering the partnership between the two sides as a fundamental pillar in supporting international peace and security in light of increasi»»»

Share: Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem has rejected negotiations between the Lebanese government and Israel, set to begin tomorrow, and called on Lebanon’s president to stand with Hezbollah against Israel. “We reject negotiations with the usurping Israeli entity… We call for a historic and heroic stanc»»»

Tribune News Network Doha The National Pavilion of Qatar yesterday announced details of its presentation for the 61st International Art Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia, commissioned by Her Excellency Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, chairperson, Qatar Museums. untitled 2026 (»»»

Khaled Al Hameidi Doha In recent weeks, social media platforms in Qatar have witnessed a notable surge in constructive and responsible engagement, reflecting a broader shift in public awareness amid rapidly unfolding events and an overwhelming flow of information. Users across the country have demo»»»

Tribune News Network Doha The PanIIT Alumni Association of Qatar, the premier body uniting graduates of India’s Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) in the country, hosted its much-anticipated annual family get-together at the elegant Al Messila, A Luxury Collection Resort & Spa. Set amid lush in»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Prominent community leaders, healthcare advocates, and social influencers came together in Doha to emphasise the importance of healthy habits and a balanced lifestyle during the grand release of Health Chronicle, a special publication brought out by Mediaplus, a leading ad»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Roshni Krishnan, an Indian teacher and live painting artist based in Doha, has once again inspired the community with her 100-day sketching challenge, now in its second consecutive year. A dedicated educator at Podar Pearl School, Roshni is known for her artistic talent an»»»

Tribune News Network Doha The The Institution of Engineers (India) Qatar Chapter organised an insightful webinar titled “AI Transforming IoT Eco System” on April 11 bringing together engineering professionals to explore the growing convergence of Artificial Intelligence and Internet of Things. Deli»»»

QNA Doha Minister of State for International Cooperation HE Dr. Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad met with Ambassador of Lebanon to Qatar HE Bilal Kabalan on Monday. At the meeting they discussed relations between the two countries and ways to support and enhance them, particularly in the humani»»»

QNA Doha Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani has emphasized the need for all parties to respond positively to ongoing mediation efforts, calling for dialogue and peaceful means to address the root causes of the crisis and reach a sus»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Celebrating Qatar Family Day represents an important opportunity for direct engagement with the community, strengthening the culture of prevention, and encouraging citizens to benefit from the integrated health services and programmes provided by the corporation, Senior Co»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Swissôtel Corniche Park Towers Doha unveiled its exclusive long-term stay offering, designed for guests seeking luxury, flexibility and comfort in the heart of West Bay. Starting from April 1, Swissôtel is offering specially curated monthly and weekly rates, perfect for bu»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Ooredoo, Qatar’s leading telecommunications provider, unveiled its new family mobile plans, designed to bring the entire family’s connectivity under a single, seamlessly managed account. Designed to simplify how families in Qatar stay connected, at home, across the region »»»

Tribune News Network Doha In a landmark initiative rooted in compassion, cultural pride and artistic excellence, the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra (QPO) has announced the launch of 2026 National Community Engagement Programme — a wide-ranging effort to place world-class orchestral music at the heart»»»

QNA Doha The Doha International Center for Interfaith Dialogue (DICID) organised a roundtable on strengthening social cohesion and building community resilience in times of crisis, in partnership with the Cultural Village Foundation (Katara) and in cooperation with the ‘Qatar Minna wa Nahnu Minha’ »»»

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar University (QU), represented by its Laboratory Animal Research Centre (LARC), in collaboration with the Ministry of Public Health, organised a specialised research webinar on the ethical use of laboratory animals as part of its Animal Research Seminar Series. The eve»»»

Tribune News Network Doha With the support of donors, Qatar Charity (QC) continues to implement a medical initiative to combat blindness and improve eye health in Banadir, Somalia, targeting displaced families and the most vulnerable groups. The initiative forms part of the ‘Warding off Calamity’ c»»»

Tribune News Network Doha The Community College of Qatar (CCQ) signed a joint cooperation agreement with the Yunus Emre Institute to introduce Turkish language education within its academic offerings and strengthen cultural and scholarly exchange between the two institutions to enrich student learn»»»

Tribune News Network DOHA Qatar Airways has issued a travel update announcing flexible rebooking options for passengers whose flights have been rescheduled, delayed, or cancelled. The airline stated that customers holding confirmed bookings for travel up to June 15, 2026 may benefit from a complime»»»

With its striking and attention-catching architectural pieces, Doha Metro’s design reflects a unique blend of Qatari heritage and modern urban life. The stations are distinguished by the “vaulted space” concept, inspired by historic Islamic architecture, while incorporating contemporary technologic»»»

QNA Doha Qatar’s National Human Rights Committee (NHRC) has launched its annual awareness campaign aimed at promoting a culture of human rights among students, as part of broader efforts to strengthen public understanding of rights and responsibilities. The initiative targets primary, preparatory a»»»

Damascus, Apr.13 (SANA) Head of the Syrian Civil Aviation and Air Transport Authority Omar al-Husari held talks via video conference with Assistant Minister of Investment of Saudi Arabia Abdullah bin Ali Al-Dubaikhi to discuss the executive procedures and timeline for the development and operation »»»

MANAMA: His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces of Bahrain, received Admiral Charles Bradford Cooper II, the Commander of the US Central Command, and an accompanying delegation. King Hamad commended the key and active role played by the United States of Amer»»»

Jeddah: Al Sadd SC produced a night of remarkable resilience to reach the AFC Champions League Elite quarter-finals, defeating Al Hilal SFC 4–2 on penalties after a pulsating 3–3 draw across extra time at Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Sports City Stadium in Jeddah, on Monday. Captain Akram Afif held hi»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Sheikh Qassem: Zionist settlements will not be safe even if the Israelis enter any part of Lebanon, and Lebanon’s borders will not shrink b»»»

Hyderabad, India: Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi fell for a golden duck in a rare IPL flop as his team Rajasthan Royals went down to Sunrisers Hyderabad by 57 runs as two debutants Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain shined on Monday. The teen prodigy has been the flavour of this season in the T2»»»

Hezbollah Secretary General Sheikh Naim Qassem maintained on Monday that Lebanon is facing an aggression which does not observe any humanitarian or moral consideration, stressing that it is a clear occupation. In a televised speech, Sheikh Qassem said, “We remained steadfast, the fighters stood fir»»»

Rome, April 13 (SANA) – The UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) warned Monday that continued tensions in the Strait of Hormuz could lead to a global crisis affecting food and agriculture, due to disruptions in energy and fertilizer supplies. According to Reuters, FAO Chief Economist Maximo T»»»

Egypt is moving to strengthen its rental housing market as part of broader efforts to address affordability challenges and make better use of a large stock of vacant residential units. The government’s plan to offer housing under a monthly rental system signals a shift towards more flexible solutio»»»

Deyaar for Construction and Development has announced plans to achieve sales of between EGP 2bn and EGP 3bn in 2026, supported by its growing portfolio of projects in West Cairo. The company said its strategy focuses on expanding its footprint in Egypt’s real estate market while maximising returns »»»

VRE Developments has announced the launch of its latest project, Town Center 2, in Shorouk City, marking a continued expansion of its portfolio in East Cairo. The company said the project reflects a strategic shift towards developments centred on operational functionality and long-term investment v»»»

A man being held for his wife's disappearance must be released or charged today by Bahamian police. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo April 13 (UPI) -- Authorities in the Bahamas are facing a deadline to charge or release a man being held in connection with the disappearance of his wife»»»