Thani Humanitarian receives QR700,000 donation to support students in need
Doha, Qatar: The Thani Bin Abdullah Foundation for Humanitarian Services has announced receiving two generous donations totalling QR700,000 from benefactors to support students in need through its educational social initiative, Manarat Ilm Project. According to the foundation, the first donation of»»»
PHCC psychologist advises pregnant women to limit exposure to distressing news
Doha, Qatar: During pregnancy, women experience natural physical and emotional changes. They may also become more sensitive to stress and pressure as a result of hormonal changes and the responsibilities associated with expecting a new baby. Through clinical practice in the mental support section, »»»
Islamic Cultural Center hosts Ramadan lecture for English speakers on mercy in Islam
Doha, Qatar: The Sheikh Abdulla Bin Zaid Al Mahmoud Islamic Cultural Center, affiliated with the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs, organised a Ramadan lecture titled “Ramadan: The Month of Mercy and Forgiveness” on February 27, 2026, targeting English-speaking residents. The event attracted mo»»»
Qatar Media Corporation urges public to rely on official sources for information
Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Media Corporation (QMC) has called on the public to rely on official sources when seeking information, emphasising the importance of verifying news and avoiding the spread of rumours during the current exceptional circumstances. The message was delivered through a video publi»»»
Defense Committee Clears Way for Bulgaria to Join Trump’s "Board of Peace"
Bulgaria’s Defense Committee has moved forward with the ratification process for the country’s potential membership in U.S. President Donald Trump’s "Board of Peace", following a proposal by Delyan Peevski, leader of the Movenet for Rights and Freedoms (DPS) party. The committee approved a draft re»»»
Trump Administration Denounces CNN for Airing Messages from Iranian Leaders
The Trump administration denounced CNN on Thursday for airing a portion of the new Iranian supreme leader's public statement, the second time in three days that he's targeted the network for reporting on how the regime is responding to the American attacks. The attack illustrated the care news outl»»»
Thousands of Chinese Boats Mass at Sea, Raising Questions
Thousands of Chinese fishing boats have been massing in geometric formations in the East China Sea, in coordinated actions that experts believe are part of Beijing's preparations for a potential regional crisis or conflict. Monitoring ship-tracking data on Christmas Day, Jason Wang could tell somet»»»
Israel Destroys Zrariyeh Bridge in South Lebanon, Carries Out Deadly Strikes
The Israeli military has destroyed a key bridge on the Litani River in south Lebanon. The military’s Arabic spokesman posted on X that the bridge destroyed in the village of Zrariyeh was used by Hezbollah fighters to move between the areas south and north of the river. The military added that Hezbo»»»
Two drones crash in Oman’s Sohar, killing two workers
A security source has reported that two drones crashed in the Wilayat of Sohar. One of the drones struck Al Awhi Industrial Zone, resulting in the deaths of two expat workers and causing several additional injuries. The other drone came down in an open area, with no casualties reported. The relevan»»»
Oil surge and rising yields stall global gold rally, Dubai prices edge lower
Dubai: Gold prices in Dubai moved slightly lower on Friday morning, extending a period of volatile trading that has shaped the precious metals market over the past two weeks. (Check latest UAE gold prices here, alongside prices in Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and India.) Sign up for »»»
LIVE UPDATE: Sirens sound at Turkiye’s Incirlik airbase
Doha, Qatar: Sirens went off at Turkiye’s Incirlik airbase, located near the southeastern city of Adana, according to Turkish state news agency Anadolu. Quoting the Ekonomim business news website, Al Jazeera said the sirens at the airbase, which is a key NATO facility that hosts US troops, went off»»»
Moscow Piles Pressure on US Over Oil Sanctions
Moscow said on Friday that the global energy market "cannot remain stable" without its oil, piling pressure on Washington to lift more sanctions as the Middle East war strangles supplies. The United States has eased some oil sanctions on Russia imposed over its invasion of Ukraine, prompting backla»»»
Assailant Dead after Ramming Vehicle into Michigan Synagogue
A 41-year-old man was killed Thursday after ramming his pickup truck into a synagogue on the outskirts of Detroit, Michigan, causing a blaze and triggering a huge police response. US media reported the assailant had recently lost family members in an Israeli strike in Lebanon, as part of the ongoin»»»
On This Day, March 13: Trump declares national emergency over COVID-19 - UPI.com
On March 13, 2020, President Donald Trump declared a national emergency in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. 1 of 4 | President Donald Trump, joined by members of his administration, declares a national emergency due to the COVID-19 pandemic during a news conference at the White House in Washingto»»»
US Cannot Determine Whether Its Partners Have Excess Capacity - China
Late on Thursday, the Office of US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said that the United States has opened an investigation against China, the European Union, India, and 13 more countries over their trade policies that pose threats to the United States. The United States does not have the right »»»
US Weather to Go Nuts with Blizzard, Polar Vortex, Heat Dome, Atmospheric River All at Once
Nearly every part of the United States is getting walloped by wild weather or just about to be. Days of downpours have begun in Hawaii. The Southwest will soon bake with day after day of record 100-degree-plus (38 Celsius-plus) heat. Two storms will dump snow by the foot over northern Great Lakes s»»»
Lebanon Prepares for Possible Negotiations with Israel: Forming Delegation and Coordinating with Syria
Lebanon has started to make preparations ahead of the possibility of holding direct negotiations with Israel, based on an initiative proposed by President Joseph Aoun to end Israel’s war on Lebanon. Diplomatic and political contacts have also been intensifying amid the rapid developments in Lebanon»»»
Premiers to tackle cost-of-living and security at UK-Ireland summit
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Taoiseach (Irish prime minister) Micheál Martin will attend the second UK-Ireland summit in Cork on Friday with a delegation of government ministers from both sides. Topics on the agenda include how the UK and Ireland can work together to address cost-of-livin»»»
Socialists: Bulgaria's Participation in Board of Peace Contradicts Principles on Which Country's Foreign Policy Is Based
The Executive Bureau of the Bulgarian Socialist Party (BSP) issued a statement on Friday, stressing that Bulgaria’s participation in the Board of Peace contradicts the principles on which Bulgarian foreign policy and international relations are based – respect for international law and the UN Chart»»»
Qatar Airways runs limited flights March 13 to 17 amid airspace shutdown
Dubai: Qatar Airways has announced a limited operating schedule for several days in March after the closure of Qatari airspace forced the airline to suspend most flights, leaving thousands of passengers waiting for clarity on travel plans. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balanc»»»
Endowments authority receives QR100,000 donation to support Waqf Al-Wuquf initiative
Doha, Qatar: The General Directorate of Endowments at the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has received a new cash endowment worth QR100,000 from a female donor under the supervision of the directorate. The proceeds of the endowment will be allocated to the “Waqf Al-Wuquf” endowment initiative»»»
Gulf land shipping continues uninterrupted: Qatar Post
Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Post has announced that its land shipping operations across Gulf countries remain fully operational, ensuring the continued movement of postal and cargo shipments despite current regional circumstances. Director of Direct Services and Customer Service at Qatar Post Jaber Fara»»»
Ancient fort scrambler bike damage 'disrespectful'
The grounds of an historic and protected fort in the Republic of Ireland have been damaged after scrambler bikes were ridden inside its walls. An Grianán of Aileach, a hilltop fort that dates to the 9th Century BC, is one of the most historic sites in County Donegal in the Republic of Ireland. The »»»
MoL offers 325 digital services, records 250,000 transactions in February
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Labour (MoL) has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing digital transformation and simplifying administrative procedures through its Integrated Digital Gateway, which now provides more than 325 digital services to employers and workers across the country. According to t»»»
Parents urged to educate children on response to National Warning System alerts
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Interior (MoI) has called on parents to play an active role in educating their family members, particularly children, on how to respond appropriately to alerts issued through the National Warning System. In a statement issued amid ongoing regional developments, the mini»»»
Wrester Aiperi Medet kyzy to face Olympic champion again - | 24.KG
Kyrgyz wrestler Aiperi Medet kyzy will compete at the PWL tournament in Tashkent on March 27. According to organizers, her opponent will be Yuka Kagami, the Olympic champion from Japan. The athletes have faced each other four times before, with the head-to-head record currently tied at 2–2. Their m»»»
Thailand Ready to Start Negotiations With Russia on Oil Supplies - Deputy Prime Minister
The US has authorized the sale of Russian crude oil and petroleum products that had been loaded onto tankers by March 12. The license is valid until April 11 and does not apply to transactions involving Iran. Thailand is ready to start negotiations with Russia on oil supplies, Thai Deputy Prime Min»»»
Manas Ordo museum in Talas to be tripled in size by Independence Day - | 24.KG
Presidential Plenipotentiary Envoy to Talas region Ermat Dzhumaev and Deputy Minister of Construction, Architecture, Housing and Communal Services Talantbek Imanakun uulu held a technical meeting at Manas Ordo complex. According to the office of Plenipotentiary Envoy, the participants discussed the»»»
Qatar SC, Al Shamal and Al Duhail win as QSL resumes
Doha, Qatar: Qatar SC dealt a major blow to Al Gharafa’s Qatar Stars League (QSL) title hopes with a 2-0 victory at Al Thumama Stadium as the competition resumed yesterday following a brief disruption caused by regional tensions. Elsewhere, a stoppage-time strike from Pau Prim earned fellow title c»»»
Qatar real estate deal value climbs to QR2.709bn in February 2026
Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s real estate sector has witnessed positive momentum in February this year as the total deal value climbed to QR2.709bn showing investor confidence in the country’s economy. The real estate transactions index recorded a total value of QR2.709bn for 508 real estate deals in Februa»»»
Joby, Archer ramp up air taxi certification, production drive
Electric air-taxi pioneers Joby Aviation and Archer Aviation are accelerating efforts to secure regulatory certification and expand manufacturing capacity, as the advanced air mobility sector moves closer to launching commercial passenger flights. Joby Aviation recently began flight testing its fir»»»
Russian crude on 30 tankers awaits buyers in Asian waters
Dubai: Russian crude oil and fuel on about 30 tankers in Asian waters is potentially available for purchase after the US granted a temporary waiver to buy cargoes that were already at sea. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The vessels are carrying at least 19 million bar»»»
New paid parking now active in Dubai neighbourhood
Dubai: Parkin, the emirate’s largest provider of paid public parking facilities and services, has officially implemented public parking in Wasl Village under Code 248W, authorities confirmed. Clear signboards have been installed to mark designated parking areas, helping residents and visitors easil»»»
Qatar strengthens market monitoring to ensure stable supply of goods
Doha, Qatar: Qatar has intensified market monitoring and inspection campaigns to ensure the steady availability of essential goods and maintain price stability across retail outlets, as authorities work to safeguard consumer markets and supply chains. The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) on»»»
HIA and Qatar Airways warn passengers against fraudulent accounts
Doha, Qatar: Hamad International Airport (HIA) and Qatar Airways have separately issued urgent public alerts cautioning travellers against fraudulent social media accounts and individuals impersonating the airport and national carrier to solicit sensitive personal information. In a statement posted»»»
State enterprise Tulpar begins assembly of ambulances - | 24.KG
The state enterprise Tulpar has begun assembling ambulances. Tilek Mamadaliev, First Deputy Minister of Health of Kyrgyzstan, said at a joint meeting of two deputy groups. He made the statement in response to deputies’ questions about the rapid breakdown of ambulances in regions with poor roads and»»»
Police vow zero tolerance for terror threats against BTS comeback concert - UPI.com
In this photo taken Wednesday, police stand in front of a promotional video in central Seoul for the upcoming BTS live performance in Gwanghwamun Square. Photo by Yonhap Police vowed Friday to detain any suspects behind possible terror threats targeting K-pop juggernaut BTS' comeback concert set to»»»
US Military Refueling Plane Crashes in Iraq
An American military refueling plane taking part in the operation against Iran crashed in Iraq and rescue efforts were underway, US Central Command said Thursday. It was not immediately clear if there were any casualties. A US official, who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity to»»»
Irrigation water to be charged by cubic meter instead of hectare in Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG
The payment system for irrigation water will be changed in Kyrgyzstan — charges will now be based on the actual volume consumed (per cubic meter) rather than per hectare of land. Approved tariffs for 2026 were reported to 24.kg news agency by Nurlan Tynaliev, Deputy Director of the Water Resources »»»
Sirens Heard at Incirlik Air Base, Key NATO Facility in South Türkiye
Sirens were heard early on Friday at Türkiye’s Incirlik airbase, a key NATO facility where US troops are stationed near the southeastern city of Adana, state news agency Anadolu reported. There was no immediate official comment on the incident, which took place four days after NATO air defenses sho»»»
Iran War Disrupts Energy Supplies as Iran's New Leader Resolves to Keep Fighting
Iran’s secretive new leader issued his first public statements Thursday, resolving to keep fighting, promising more pain for Gulf Arab states and threatening to open “other fronts” in a war that has already disrupted world energy supplies, the global economy and international travel. Early Friday, »»»
French Soldier Killed in Drone Attack in Iraq
France’s president said Friday that a French soldier has been killed in a drone attack in Iraq. The attack targeted Erbil in Iraq’s northern Kurdish region, President Emmanuel Macron said on the social platform X. Macron identified the soldier as Chief Warrant Officer Arnaud Frion of the 7th Battal»»»
Joby, Archer ramp up air taxi certification, production drive
Electric air-taxi pioneers Joby Aviation and Archer Aviation are accelerating efforts to secure regulatory certification and expand manufacturing capacity, as the advanced air mobility sector moves closer to launching commercial passenger flights. Joby Aviation recently began flight testing its fir»»»
Trump threatens Iran following new wave of attacks on Gulf states and Israel
Iran launched multiple attacks early Friday on Gulf Arab states, including dozens of drones at Saudi Arabia, following warnings from its new supreme leader about hosting American bases, and US President Donald Trump threatened major new retaliation. "Watch what happens to these deranged scumbags to»»»
Kyrgyzstan faces shortage of 2,000 family doctors - | 24.KG
Kyrgyzstan is facing a shortage of 2,000 family doctors. Nurgul Ibraeva, head of the Department for the Organization of Medical Care and Pharmaceutical Policy, said at a joint meeting of two deputy groups. According to her, under established standards, each Family Doctors Group is expected to serve»»»
Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen to step down after successor is appointed, shares fall 7%
Shantanu Narayen steps down from the role of Chief Executive Officer of Adobe after a successor is appointed, but will remain as Chair of the company, the design software firm said in an official statement. The announcement was made during the company's financial results for its first quarter FY202»»»
Man files case against friend in Dubai over unpaid Dh2.25m loan
Dubai: A Dubai court has ordered a man to repay Dh2.25 million to a former friend who lent him the money during a financial crisis, in a case that highlights how personal trust can sometimes end in legal disputes. The Civil Court of First Instance ruled that the defendant must return the money afte»»»
First minutes after emergency alert critical, says Abu Dhabi crisis chief
Abu Dhabi: A senior Abu Dhabi emergency management official has urged residents to respond immediately to warning sirens and strictly follow official safety instructions, stressing that the first minutes after an alert are critical in reducing risks. Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of the A»»»
Activists taken for questioning ahead of rally in defense of freedom of assembly - | 24.KG
Civil activists Tolekan Ismailova and Bermet Borubaeva were taken in for questioning at the Main Department of Internal Affairs of Bishkek. According to their supporters, the women were detained before they could reach the site of a planned peaceful rally. According to the latest information, docum»»»
Fuel truck and Hyundai Sonata collide in Karakol city - | 24.KG
A serious traffic accident involving a fuel truck and a Hyundai Sonata occurred in Karakol. Eyewitnesses reported that the driver of the car died at the scene. According to preliminary reports, the accident occurred early in the morning. The impact almost tore the car in half. According to eyewitne»»»