Popular food influencer arrested over drug-laced treats
Beirut: Lebanon on Sunday arrested an online influencer known for his videos about food who had been handed a life sentence in absentia for drug trafficking, a judicial source told AFP. Georges Dib, known on TikTok as "Doctor Food" and followed by more than eight million accounts, was apprehended a»»»
Lebanon arrests food influencer over drug-laced treats
BEIRUT: Lebanon on Sunday arrested an online influencer known for his videos about food who had been handed a life sentence in absentia for drug trafficking, a judicial source told AFP. Georges Dib, known on TikTok as “Doctor Food” and followed by more than eight million accounts, was apprehended a»»»
Trump says Canada wants 'benefits of being a State, without being one' as trade war deepens
US President Donald Trump slammed Canada on Sunday, saying the country wanted "the benefits of being a State, without being one", in response to Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announcing retaliatory tariffs following failed trade negotiations. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announce»»»
102 senior diplomats urge West Bank action against Israeli 'ethnic cleansing'
Dozens of former senior French and UK diplomats on Saturday urged their governments to work together to uphold international law in the Palestinian territories, accusing Israel of seeking to "destroy" any prospect of a viable Palestinian state. Analysis by Matthew-Mary Caruchet, FRANCE 24 internati»»»
Putin, Trump Will Inevitably Meet at APEC Summit in China If Both Attend - Kremlin Aide
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump will inevitable meet at the APEC summit in China if they both come there, Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov said on Sunday. "There is so much time before the APEC summit. But if the leaders find themselves at the same event, »»»
75 trucks, 800 tonnes: Five UAE aid convoys enter Gaza this week
Gaza: Five UAE humanitarian aid convoys entered the Gaza Strip this week, comprising 75 trucks carrying 800 tonnes of humanitarian assistance, as part of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 and the UAE's continuing humanitarian efforts to support the Palestinian people and meet their basic needs amid the»»»
Canada retaliates as trade war with US escalates
Ottawa: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced retaliatory tariffs on the United States on Saturday, after walking away from a "bad deal" on trade in a deepening rift between the longtime allies. Negotiations between the neighboring countries broke down Friday in Washington, putting into for»»»
"I Know Rumen Radev Well" - Lavrov Warns Bulgaria's PM Could Face EU Pressure
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has said that he knows Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev well and suggested that the Bulgarian leader could face pressure to change his position after taking office. “I know the Prime Minister of Bulgaria Rumen Radev well. He appeared in the elections with »»»
Macron hosts Saudi crown prince for two-day visit to include issues from energy to Mideast
Saudi crown prince and de facto ruler Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) was welcomed on Sunday by French President Emmanuel Macron for a two-day visit to the country. Several agreements on health, transport and energy will be signed on the second day of the visit on Monday underlining the strength of »»»
Prime Minister meets German State Secretary at Federal Ministry of Defence
Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani met on Sunday with HE Jens Plötner, State Secretary at the Federal Ministry of Defence of the Federal Republic of Germany, who is currently visiting the country. During the meeting, th»»»
US-India trade deal almost finalised in principle: Sergio Gor
New Delhi: The proposed US-India trade agreement is almost finalised in principle, with the two sides now working to settle the remaining legal and technical language, according to US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor. Speaking at a media event in the national capital, Gor said the broad contours of t»»»
Why the E1 settlement project is so detrimental to a Palestinian state
DUBAI: In recent days a chorus of condemnations and sanction threats have been levelled against Israel by the EU and Arab states for their expansionary policies in the West Bank. The latest spur of diplomatic action has centered around the Israeli’s governments controversial plans to begin construc»»»
Millions, Mansions and €400K in Cash: Bulgaria’s Political Elite Reveals Its Wealth
Declarations published by Bulgaria’s National Audit Office reveal a wide range of property and financial holdings among the country’s political elite, from ministers with dozens of real estate properties to politicians reporting hundreds of thousands of euros in cash and bank accounts worth million»»»
Bulgaria's President: Using National Security for Propaganda Is Treason
President Iliana Yotova has warned political parties against using Bulgaria's national security for political and party purposes, calling such behavior a betrayal of the country. Yotova said she did not consider the reactions of all political forces to be the same, noting that some parties had rais»»»
UAE Ministry of Education trains over 24,000 educators, school support staff ahead of 2026-2027 academic year
Dubai: More than 24,000 school leaders, teachers, advisors and support staff across the UAE are gearing up for the new academic year with a nationwide push to sharpen their skills in artificial intelligence, leadership and inclusive teaching, as the Ministry of Education (MoE) rolls out its Special»»»
Gaza: One Palestinian martyred, several others injured in an Israeli drone strike targeting a group of civilians near the entrance to the Maghazi refugee camp - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Gaza: One Palestinian martyred, several others injured in an Israeli drone strike targeting a group of civilians near the entrance to the M»»»
Austrian mountain town finds niche in AI boom
Leoben: Nestled in the wooded hills of Austria's Styria region, the town of Leoben oozes tradition with its pastel-coloured buildings and quaint central square boasting a 13th-century church. But on the edge of town, engineers peer through giant magnifying glasses while robotic arms manipulate shee»»»
M squared: North Coast Demand Is Shifting Toward Year-Round Living Arab Finance For Information Technology
Arab Finance: Egypt’s real estate market is witnessing a shift in developer priorities, with execution, delivery, and the quality of integrated communities becoming increasingly important to buyers and investors. As developers navigate changing preferences and rising expectations for completed proj»»»
Ex-MLA's car attacked with crude bombs
Former Indian Secular Front (ISF) leader and ex-Trinamool Congress MLA Arabul Islam's car was attacked in Bhangar in West Bengal's South 24 Parganas district, said the police on Sunday. The attack took place a day after Islam quit the ISF and hinted at going back to his former party, Trinamool Cong»»»
Israel says it has serious concerns with Hamas disarmament deal
TEL AVIV, Israel: Israel has shared “serious security concerns” with the White House regarding the proposed disarmament deal with Hamas, an Israeli official said as Israeli strikes overnight and into Sunday evening killed at least 17 people, including children, in Gaza. The remarks by Doron Spielma»»»
Iranian families struggle to afford the basics as US ratchets up economic warfare
TEHRAN, Iran: Tehran’s grocery stores are well-stocked, but many families can barely afford the basics. Unemployment is soaring and those with jobs are working more hours for money worth half as much as a year ago, putting food, medicine and everything else — except for heavily subsidized gasoline »»»
Israel’s deadly Gaza strikes cast doubt on ceasefire progress days after Kushner visit
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip: Deadly airstrikes in Gaza on Wednesday cast more doubt on whether new US efforts can advance a tenuous ceasefire in the Palestinian territory. Just two days after US negotiators reportedly asked Israel to draw down attacks in the Gaza Strip, at least 10 people were killed»»»
Hamad Bin Khalifa University welcomes 900 new students as academic year commences
Tribune News Network Doha Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) welcomed the incoming students to campus during Student Orientation Programme held from August 18 to 20 at Minaretein and Manufactury in Education City. Marking the beginning of the 2026-2027 academic year, the event demonstrated the uni»»»
Qatar Eagles, Lady Eagles Clubs soar with 12 new members of Batch Mapagmatyag
Qatar Eagles clubs welcome 12 new members of Batch MapagmatyagDarlene Regis The Qatar Eagles Club (QEC) and Qatar Lady Eagles Club (QLEC), under Saudi Arabia Eagles Eastern Region 3 (SAEER-3) of The Fraternal Order of Eagles – Philippine Eagles, Inc., inducted 12 new members of Batch Mapagmatyag at»»»
PICE Qatar honours Filipino civil engineers
Darlene Regis Filipino civil engineers in Qatar were recognised for their professional excellence, leadership and community service at the Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers (PICE) Qatar Civil Engineering Gala and Awards Night 2026, held on August 6 at La Cigale Hotel, Doha. Held under the the»»»
Nepali Women’s Volleyball Team crowned champions in Qatar
Ashraf Siddiqui Doha The Nepali Women’s Volleyball Team has achieved a remarkable sporting milestone in Qatar by winning the Community Friendly Women’s Volleyball Game 2026 organised by the Workers Support and Insurance Fund (WISF). Representing the Sports Wing of NRNA NCC Qatar, the Nepali team de»»»
With Ukraine’s corruption, one thing is certain: You haven’t seen the worst yet
The politics of Vladimir Zelensky’s Ukraine remain a smelly swamp, producing a ceaseless seepage of scandals occasionally percolating to the surface in big, toxic bubbles that pop with a noxious stink. Recently, for instance, the returning ambassador to the US – no less – has become the subject of »»»
14 Palestinians shot, injured, asphyxiated in Israeli West Bank incursions
Occupied Jerusalem: The Israeli occupation forces conducted incursions into various parts of the occupied West Bank on Saturday. These operations resulted in 14 Palestinians being injured by live bullets or asphyxiation, with local sources reporting that three Palestinians were shot and injured in »»»
French, British diplomats urge action to compel Israel to respect international law
Paris, Aug. 22 (SANA) Dozens of former French and British diplomats have called on their governments to take joint action to compel Israeli occupation authorities to respect international law, stressing that both countries, as permanent members of the UN Security Council, bear special responsibilit»»»
QSC wraps up summer camp, showcasing youth innovation and STEM
Doha: Qatar Scientific Club (QSC) of the Ministry of Sports and Youth (MSY) wrapped up its summer scientific camp held under the theme "Pioneers of Science and Technology". Throughout the weeks-long camp, plenty of scientific and technological activities and workshops were held, alongside creative »»»
Amman to host 4th International Food, Food Tech Expo in September
AMMAN — The fourth edition of the International Food and Food Tech Expo (INFTEXPO) is set to kick off on September 4 at the Amman International Motor Show on the Airport Road, drawing around 200 local, regional and international companies specialising in food manufacturing.The expo will be held und»»»
Israeli Army Won’t Let Netanyahu Delay Elections Under Any Pretext: Zionist Analyst - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli Army Won’t Let Netanyahu Delay Elections Under Any Pretext: Zionist Analyst 22-08-2026 19:46 PM Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu (C) w»»»
102 UK, French ex-ambassadors accuse Israel of ethnic cleansing in open letter
Former British and French diplomats are urging action over what they say is Israel’s "erasure"of Palestine. More than 100 of those diplomats have penned a letter to the French President and the British Prime Minister calling for a ban on trade and arms sales to press Israel to accept a Palestinian »»»
A look back at over 100 years of Saudi-French diplomatic ties
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia and France have maintained and strengthened a 100-year official relationship through partnerships in politics, economics, culture and defense, with numerous state visits exchanged. Both countries focus heavily on diplomacy and foreign policy, sharing a mutual mission to seek se»»»
Netanyahu brands Erdogan ‘antisemitic dictator’ after Türkiye’s Interpol plea
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office has lashed out at Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan after Ankara announced that it’s seeking an Interpol Red Notice for the controversial leader on genocide charges. The war of words comes amid broader tensions between the two US allies after »»»
GCC condemns Israeli E1 settlement plan, warns of West Bank division
Riyadh, Aug. 22 (SANA) Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed al-Budaiwi condemned Saturday the Israeli E1 settlement plan, warning it threatens geographic continuity between the West Bank and occupied Jerusalem. In a statement published on the GCC website, al-Budaiwi said t»»»
Tributes paid to 6-year old Saja Al-Khawas — fourth member of British-Palestinian family to die in beach tragedy
LONDON: Tributes were paid on Saturday to a six-year-old British-Palestinian girl who died in hospital days after her parents and sister perished in an accident at a beach in southern England. Saja Al-Khawas was pulled from the water in Shoreham on Tuesday along with the three other members of her »»»
Egyptian foreign minister discusses Gaza roadmap and Hormuz security in regional calls
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty discussed the deployment of an international stabilization force in Gaza and the implementation of President Trump’s peace plan during a series of regional diplomatic calls on Saturday aimed at containing Middle East tensions. Speaking with Palestinian Prime»»»
Tanzania inaugurates $2.9bn Julius Nyerere Hydropower Plant built by Egyptian consortium
Tanzania inaugurated the $2.9bn Julius Nyerere Hydropower Plant on Saturday, adding 2115 megawatts (MW) of electricity to its national grid through a mega-facility constructed by an Egyptian consortium. Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan and Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly, participat»»»
More than 100 former French and UK diplomats urge action against Israeli settlement policies
More than 100 former French and British diplomats on Saturday called on their governments to work together to uphold international law in the Palestinian territories, accusing Israel of seeking to destroy prospects for an independent Palestinian state. Dozens of former senior French and UK diplomat»»»
100 former French and British ambassadors accuse Israel of ethnic cleansing
Former British and French diplomats are urging action over what they say is Israel’s ‘erasure’ of Palestine. More than 100 of those diplomats have penned a letter to the French President and the British Prime Minister, calling for a ban on trade and arms sales to press Israel to accept a Palestinia»»»
Hamad Bin Khalifa University welcomes new students as academic year begins
DOHA: Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) welcomed its incoming students to campus during its two-day Student Orientation Program held at Minaretein and Manufactury in Education City, marking the beginning of the 2026-2027 academic year. The orientation welcomed around 900 new students across HBKU'»»»
Abu Dhabi to host new UAE-US military AI unit focused on intelligence and security
Abu Dhabi: The UAE and the United States have agreed to establish the world’s first bilateral task force dedicated to accelerating the development of military artificial intelligence applications. Task Force Talon Synapse will be based in Abu Dhabi and is expected to formally launch in the coming w»»»
Egypt Foreign Minister, Palestine Prime Minister discuss Gaza, West Bank developments
Cairo: Egyptian Foreign Minister, Badr Abdelatty and Palestinian Prime Minister, Mohamed Mustafa discussed, in a telephone call today, the developments in the occupied Palestinian territories. The call addressed the developments in the Gaza Strip and the efforts made by Egypt, in coordination with »»»
Maryam Al Naimi becomes first Qatari woman licensed as Air Navigation Services Inspector
Doha, Qatar: Maryam Al Naimi has become the first Qatari woman to obtain a Certified Inspector Licence in Air Navigation Services, marking a milestone for Qatari women working in highly specialised fields within the country's aviation sector. Speaking in an interview with Qatar TV, Al Naimi said th»»»
Scanway counting on new constellation projects with SmallSat Conference
Scanway is seeking new customers, partners, and sales opportunities in the U.S. and global space markets at the Small Satellite Conference, taking place August 23–26. CEO Jędrzej Kowalewski said previous contacts made at the event led to a contract worth around EUR 4 million with Nara Space Technol»»»
Canada vows to match US tariffs 'dollar for dollar' after failed trade negotiations
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney vowed that his country will match the US tariffs "dollar for dollar to protect our workers and businesses", after hefty US tariffs on some Canadian products took effect on Saturday following days of failed negotiations. Hefty US tariffs on some Canadian prod»»»
Israeli settlers and military kill 2 Palestinians – one a teenager – in separate West Bank shootings
A teenage boy and a 58-year-old man were shot dead Friday by Israeli settlers and soldiers, respectively, in separate shootings in the occupied West Bank. Israeli settlers shot dead a 17-year-old Palestinian boy and wounded an elderly man after Palestinians allegedly threw rocks on Friday in »»»
Israeli settlers kill Palestinian teen in the occupied West Bank
Two Palestinians were killed Friday in the West Bank, one in Jenin, in the north, by Israeli army gunfire, and the other in the southern part of the territory by a settler, according to Palestinian sources and the army.»»»
Former envoys urge joint French, UK action on Palestinian territories
PARIS: Dozens of former senior French and UK diplomats on Saturday urged their governments to work together to uphold international law in the Palestinian territories, accusing Israel of seeking to “destroy” any prospect of a viable Palestinian state. The 102 signatories of the letter published in »»»