On a patch of rough ground near the Irrawaddy River, aspiring member of parliament and retired Lieutenant-General Tayza Kyaw tries to muster some enthusiasm from his audience with a speech promising them better times. He is the candidate for the Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP), backed»»»

Yemen's Southern Transitional Council (STC) separatists on Friday accused Saudi Arabia of carrying out air strikes on their positions in the east of the country, a claim Riyadh has not acknowledged. While vowing they will not be deterred, the STC said it remains open to coordination with the kingdo»»»

Damascus, Dec. 26 (SANA)The Syrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterated Syria’s firm stance in support of Yemen’s unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity, expressing full backing for the legitimate Yemeni government and for Saudi and Emirati efforts to contain tensions in several Yemeni pro»»»

Dubai: The definition of “luxury travel” is changing. As hotels by big-name interior designers with outposts of renowned restaurants get copy-pasted all around the world, they’re coming off as overly predictable and even cookie-cutter. With demand at the top end of the luxury travel market higher t»»»

Cambodia accused Thailand on Friday of intensifying its bombardment of disputed border areas, even as officials from the two countries attend a multi-day meeting aimed at negotiating an end to deadly clashes. The neighbors' long-standing border conflict reignited this month, shattering an earlier t»»»

Doha, Qatar: Katara hosted a forum on the cultural dimension of sports tourism and media. The forum was organised in cooperation with the Arab Federation for Sports Tourism and the Gulf Association for Tourism Media. The forum included a panel discussion with the participation of a number of offici»»»

Bangladesh opposition leader Tarique Rahman returned home on Thursday after 17 years in exile, welcomed by huge crowds. The aspiring prime minister positioned himself for February’s elections, promising safety, justice and unity after months of political unrest. Aspiring prime minister and politica»»»

DOHA: The State of Qatar expressed its full support for all efforts to promote peace and social security in the sisterly Republic of Yemen. In this context, it stressed the necessity of close cooperation among all Yemeni parties to avoid escalation and resolve all outstanding issues through dialogu»»»

Attempts to secure peace in Sudan and halt the unfolding humanitarian catastrophe have continued for nearly two-and-a-half years of war. Yet a determined belief within the army and those backing it that military victory is still possible has prevailed. The result is unending destruction, displaceme»»»

Mumbai: Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) - India’s newest Greenfield airport - began commercial operations on Thursday. During the initial launch period, passengers will benefit from services operated by IndiGo, Air India Express, and Akasa Air, connecting Mumbai to 16 major domestic destin»»»

On Dec. 25, 2020, an RV exploded in downtown Nashville, killing the driver of the vehicle and injuring eight people. 1 of 3 | On December 25, 2020, an RV exploded in downtown Nashville, killing the driver of the vehicle and injuring eight people. File Photo courtesy Nashville Fire Department | Lice»»»

Sharjah: For the family of Pooja Jenson, an Indian expat in the UAE, the passing of legendary Malayalam actor, screenwriter, film director and producer Sreenivasan on Saturday goes beyond the loss of a cinematic icon. It is intensely personal. Her father, Cyriac Philip, a retired assistant bank man»»»

Damascus, Dec.24 (SANA) The Central Bank of Syria (CBS) affirmed on Wednesday the continued legal tender status of all currently circulating banknotes of the Syrian pound. The Bank called in a statement all financial institutions to comply with and adhere to the directives regarding the handling of»»»

In a year when international travel and global education are witnessing a sharp rebound, UAE-based consultancy Travo.ae has emerged as a key enabler in accelerating outbound mobility — helping residents secure visas and university placements faster than ever before. Industry insiders note a growing»»»

Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has emphasized that Iran never seeks war, but it wants to resolve issues through diplomacy. “We have never trusted America as an honest negotiator, the US has not been honest about anything, and in my opinion, no one can trust America,” Araghchi told al-Jazeera telev»»»

The Tripoli based Libyan Chief of General Staff of the Libyan Army, Lieutenant General Mohamed Al-Haddad, and his accompanying delegation died in a plane crash near Ankara airport last night. Accompanying Al-Haddad were Lieutenant General Al-Fitouri Ghraibil, Chief of Staff of the Ground Forces, Br»»»

Damascus, Dec. 24 (SANA) Syria expressed its sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathy to Libya following the death of Libyan Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces, Gen. Mohammed al-Haddad, and members of his accompanying delegation in a military plane crash in Turkey, according to a statement issued»»»

Bangkok: Thailand yesterday rejected a request by Cambodia to hold bilateral talks in a neutral country, leaving a planned meeting to negotiate an end to deadly border clashes in doubt. The nations’ long-standing border conflict reignited this month, shattering an earlier truce, killing more than 4»»»

Relations between India and Bangladesh have deteriorated sharply following a wave of violent protests in Bangladesh and a lynching that has inflamed public opinion on both sides of the border, raising concerns that a once close bilateral relationship is entering a prolonged period of mistrust. »»»

Relations between India and Bangladesh have deteriorated sharply following a wave of violent protests in Bangladesh and a lynching that has inflamed public opinion on both sides of the border, raising concerns that a once close bilateral relationship is entering a prolonged period of mistrust. »»»

Honduras' leftist ruling Libertad y Refundación (Libre) party has formally petitioned the National Electoral Council (CNE) to annul vote counts from all 19,167 polling stations in the presidential race, citing electoral violations and a compromised results transmission system. »»»

The killing of a Hindu man during recent violent protests in Bangladesh has pushed already strained ties between Dhaka and Delhi into a deeper crisis. As the two neighbours accuse each other of destabilising relations, questions are growing over whether their once close, time-tested relationship is»»»

New Delhi: A protest erupted in India’s capital Tuesday in response to the death of a man who was lynched and burned by an angry mob in neighbouring Bangladesh, a new sign of strain in relations between the neighboring countries. The protest in New Delhi, mainly led by the Vishva Hindu Parishad, hi»»»

Thailand on Tuesday rejected a request by Cambodia to hold bilateral talks in a neutral country, leaving a planned meeting to negotiate an end to deadly border clashes in doubt. The nations' long-standing border conflict reignited this month, shattering an earlier truce, killing more than 40 people»»»

Abu Dhabi: The Embassy of Pakistan in Abu Dhabi hosted a special Christmas celebration at its premises, bringing together members of the Pakistani Christian expatriate community living in the United Arab Emirates. A large number of Pakistani Christian families attended the event, along with senior »»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s education sector is set to welcome Wellington College International Qatar, a K–12 campus opening in Lusail City in September 2028. The announcement follows the signing of a landmark Master License Agreement between Al Faleh Educational Holding and Wellington College Internation»»»

Dubai: Jebel Jais has temporarily suspended all visitor operations to perform essential safety evaluations and facility maintenance after severe weather impacted the area from December 17-19, according to a statement issued on Tuesday. The mountain destination requires focused repair work throughou»»»

More than 500,000 Cambodians have been displaced after two weeks of deadly border clashes with Thailand. The conflict involving drones and air strikes shattered a fragile truce and reignited a decades-old territorial dispute. More than half a million people in Cambodia have been displaced from thei»»»

Cambodia accused Thailand of airstrikes on its soil on Monday, hours after Thailand’s foreign minister announced plans for a bilateral meeting at an ASEAN gathering in Kuala Lumpur. Recent fighting has killed at least 23 and displaced more than 900,000 on both sides. Cambodia said Thailand launched»»»

People light candles in the Church of Nativity, believed to be built on the site where Jesus was born, in Bethlehem, West Bank, on Friday. A poll of Americans found that while the percent of people who observe the religious aspects of Christmas has declined over the past several years, the secular »»»

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar University (QU), represented by its Central Laboratories Unit (CLU), organised the Green Analytical Chemistry Symposium bringing together a distinguished group of experts, researchers, and specialists to examine the role of green chemistry in transforming analytical »»»

By Kholoud Al-Enezi MANAMA, Dec 22 (KUNA) -- Kuwait's Minister of Information and Culture and Minister of State for Youth Affairs Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi on Monday affirmed significance of reciprocal visits by officials of Bahrain and Kuwait for boosting media cooperation and partnerships in various»»»

Dubai: The UAE is entering a decisive phase of airport expansion, with more runways, larger terminals and smart infrastructure coming online from Dubai World Central to Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah by the second half of the decade. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Industr»»»

Dubai: The UAE Ministry of Education has clarified that meeting the new age cut-off requirement alone will not guarantee school admission for students from the 2026-2027 academic year onwards. The ministry made this crucial clarification while presenting answers to frequently asked questions regard»»»

Dubai: This winter, the UAE is celebrating more than just the season. Citizen-owned farms across the country are emerging as unexpected winter hotspots, where visitors can explore lush landscapes, taste fresh produce, and witness the country’s pioneering approach to sustainable agriculture. More th»»»

Love of one’s homeland is a deeply rooted human value that Islam has acknowledged and firmly established in people’s hearts. Human beings are naturally attached to the land in which they are born and raised, forming emotional and spiritual bonds with it. Islam emphasises that love of one’s homeland»»»

The Association of Southeast Asian (Asean) foreign ministers are set to meet Monday in Malaysia for crisis talks aimed at halting deadly border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia, which pressed on despite regional and international diplomacy. Renewed fighting between the two neighbours this mont»»»

Abu Dhabi, in the United Arab Emirates, has topped the list of safest cities for 2025, followed by other secure global destinations with low crime and high safety scores, as per CEO World. Also Read: Abu Dhabi among world’s safest, happiest cities, new survey reveals300 cities rankedAbu Dhabi claim»»»

Libya’s Customs Authority reported yesterday that last Friday (19 December) members of the Investigation Unit of the Tripoli Anti-Smuggling and Narcotics Department, assigned to Mitiga International Airport, thwarted an attempt to smuggle a large sum of foreign currency. The suspect, identified as »»»

Abu Dhabi: The UAE Aid Agency has signed a cooperation agreement with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) to support the delivery of urgent humanitarian and relief aid to the Sudanese people impacted by the repercussions of the ongoing conflict in the country. According to the»»»

More than half a million people in Cambodia have been displaced from their homes by two weeks of deadly border clashes with neighboring Thailand, Phnom Penh's interior ministry said Sunday. The renewed fighting between the Southeast Asian neighbors this month, including with tanks, drones and artil»»»

Dubai: Residents across the UAE woke up to early morning chilly winds this Sunday, December 21, 2025. These cool gusts, sweeping in from the Arabian Gulf and down from the Hajar Mountains, signal the official arrival of the Winter Solstice. It marks a significant astronomical turning point for the »»»

Poland’s president stated that strategic security cooperation with Ukraine remains strong and that President Volodymyr Zelensky’s visit to Warsaw sends a negative signal to Moscow. Speaking after talks at the Presidential Palace, President Karol Nawrocki emphasized that Poland, Ukraine, and democra»»»

KUWAIT, Dec 20 (KUNA) -- Kuwaiti Minister of Education Jalal Al-Tabtabaei and all employees at the Ministry extended their warmest congratulations and best wishes to His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, on the second anniversary of him assumption of power.Al-Tabtabaei aff»»»

Damascus, Dec.20 (SANA) Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates affirmed Syria’s commitment to combating ISIS and ensuring that the organization has no safe havens on its territory, calling on the US and member states of the International Coalition to join in supporting Syria’s efforts against »»»

1 of 2 | Former President Donald Trump and Michael Whatley, chairman of the North Carolina Republican Party, greet the crowd at the North Carolina Republican Convention in Greenville, N.C., on June 5, 2021. Now-President Trump will travel to Rocky Mount, N.C. on Friday to campaign for Whatley, who »»»

Sharjah: Residents across several neighbourhoods in the UAE’s Eastern Region are stepping up efforts to protect their homes from flooding, installing sandbags and aluminium or concrete barriers to prevent rainwater from seeping indoors amid increasingly volatile weather. According to Emarat Al Youm»»»

Doha: President of the Administrative Control and Transparency Authority (ACTA), H E Hamad bin Nasser Al Misnad (pictured) affirmed that the Arabic language constitutes a fundamental pillar in promoting the values of integrity and transparency and safeguarding cultural identity, adding that ethical»»»

Buddhist and Christian leaders attend a Christmas tree lighting ceremony at Jogyesa Temple in Seoul on Dec. 18. Photo by Asia Today Dec. 18 (Asia Today) -- South Korea's largest Buddhist order held a Christmas tree lighting ceremony Thursday at Jogyesa Temple in central Seoul, bringing together rel»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Nations are shaped over time by the choices they make about people - not only by what they build, but by how they invest in learning, curiosity, and the capacity of individuals to engage with the world around them. Progress rises through people, and the future depends on w»»»