Temperatures soar above 40°C as blowing dust affects much of the country Dubai and Abu Dhabi are seeing hazy, dust-filled skies this morning, with the National Center of Meteorology attributing the conditions to a weak surface low-pressure system extending from the east, paired with an upper air lo»»»

Doha, Qatar: Former Olympic champion Fares Ibrahim and rising talent Ouisal Ikhlef will spearhead Qatar’s medal bid in weightlifting at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games, as the duo targets medals in Japan from September 19 to October 4. Fares, who won silver at the Jakarta-Palembang 2018 Asian Gam»»»

Doha, Qatar: Doha will host the ISSF World Championship Doha 2026 at the Lusail Shooting Complex from November 1 to 14, with the world’s leading shooters competing for 36 direct qualification places for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. The prestigious championship will feature competitions in sk»»»

A wave of Houthi attacks Tuesday on Saudi Arabia wounded more than 70 people and ignited fires at several oil facilities and utilities in the kingdom's southern region, authorities said, a major escalation in the renewed conflict between an important U.S. ally and the Iranian-backed rebels in Yemen»»»

A dance performed during the opening ceremony of the 6th World Nomad Games is gaining popularity on social media. Users are recreating the choreography and posting their own versions of the dance online. The choreography was created by dancer Keone Madrid, who has worked with Justin Bieber, Billie »»»

Israel conducted a wave of airstrikes in south Lebanon, killing 13 people including women and children, the Lebanese health ministry said on Monday, in an intensification of violence after a weeks-long lull. Israel's military vowed to continue targeting Hezbollah, accusing the Iran-backed militants»»»

As the expiration deadline for old lease contracts approaches for legal entities, interest amongst landlords and tenants alike has risen regarding when exactly these contracts will expire. The Decisive Date Old lease contracts are subject to the provisions of Law #10 of 2022, which regulates the re»»»

Doha, Qatar: The National Cyber Security Agency participated in a forum on digital divide between generations and technocogical transformations in the age of artificial intelligence (AI), held in Salalah, Sultanate of Oman, from September 6 to 7, 2026. The Agency presented Qatar’s experience in pro»»»

Doha, Qatar: Pakistan International School Qatar (PISQ) commemorated Pakistan Defence Day and the spirit of Banyan-Al-Marsoos with a dignified and inspiring ceremony held on September 6, 2026 at the PISQ Auditorium. The event brought together students, teachers, school leadership and members of the»»»

Doha, Qatar: Northwestern University in Qatar’s Hiwar Scholars Seminar returns this fall for its third annual instalment, bringing scholars, journalists and researchers together to discuss issues shaping the region and the wider world. Running from August 30 to November 22, the series features 11 s»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Chamber (QC) hosted a joint meeting between its Industry Committee and the Economic Zones Company 'Manateq'. The meeting was chaired by Chairman of Qatar Chamber (QC), Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani, and Chairman and CEO of Manateq, Eng. Khalid bin Ahmad Al Obaid»»»

The total amount of arrears owed by Romanian companies to the state budget and social security funds has reached 77.6 billion lei, up from the 77 billion lei reported in the first quarter of the year, according to data from the financial analysis platform RisCo.ro. At the same time, the number of c»»»

The data published on Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in the first half of the year show an economy that has lost a significant part of its traditional growth drivers, as consumption is falling, industry is contracting, while trade, transport and the HoReCa sector are seeing a decline in activity, Flo»»»

The uniform public pay law has strained the political dialogue and has reached an impasse, and the loss of EUR 770 million is a cost for the budget, but it cannot in itself cause a slippage, says Chairman of the Fiscal Council Daniel Daianu.In the introductory chapter of the Fiscal Council's 2025 R»»»

President Nicusor Dan said on Monday that it would be "very healthy" for Romania to adopt a new public-sector pay law this year, preferably alongside the 2027 state budget law.The president made the remarks during a visit to School No. 1 in Curcani, Calarasi County, to mark the start of the new sch»»»

Romania has officially entered stagflation, with economic activity stagnating in 2026 and inflation continuing to have a strong impact on consumption and economic competitiveness, according to a specialist analysis published on Monday.'Estimates of energy price increases this autumn (electricity, g»»»

Four months after the fall of the Bolojan Government, the President is making thought preparations for a new application. The nomination will follow further consultations with the parties. It may be this week, or it may not. What is certain is that it would not go down well at all if S&P’s credit r»»»

Romania's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) decreased in H1 2026 by 0.7% unadjusted and by 1.6% seasonally adjusted, both year-on-year, according to provisional data published on Monday by the National Institute of Statistics (INS).As against Q2 2025, GDP was down 0.4% unadjusted and 2% seasonally adjus»»»

Interim Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan said Romania urgently needs a government capable of consolidating the progress made so far, continuing the shift in the economic model from consumption towards investment, keeping public spending under control and collecting revenue efficiently so that the econom»»»

The four months without a fully empowered government have been "a failure for everyone," President Nicusor Dan said on Monday as he visited Secondary School No. 1 in Curcani Commune, Calarasi County, to mark the start of the new school year."I chose to come here because it is an example of how a re»»»

The parliamentary groups of the National Liberal Party (PNL) and Save Romania Union (USR) signed on Monday a parliamentary collaboration agreement for the sessions of this legislature, establishing among the priorities the reform of the administration, the electoral reform and the elimination of th»»»

The leaders of the PNL and USR deputies, Gabriel Andronache and Diana Stoica, reaffirmed on Monday that they would not vote for a government led by the PSD or one that includes the PSD.They made this clarification at Parliament after being asked whether teamwork was an option?specifically, whether »»»

The Ministry of National Defence (MApN) has announced that it will participate in the inter-institutional search and rescue exercise at sea SAREX 2026, which will take place on Tuesday, organised and coordinated by the Romanian Navy Authority, through the Maritime Coordination Centre - MRCC Constan»»»

Sheikh Mohamed wished newly appointed ambassadors success in their diplomatic roles Abu Dhabi: Newly appointed UAE ambassadors took the oath of office before UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, in the presence of Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy »»»

Tashkent: The State of Qatar participated in the International Conference on ‘Islamic Cultural Heritage in Uzbekistan and Its Role in Global Science’, held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, from September 7-9, with the aim of developing Oriental and cultural studies through scientific and cultural interacti»»»

Cairo, Egypt: The State of Qatar has won the presidency of the Permanent Arab Committee on International Humanitarian Law, becoming the first country to hold the position since the committee’s establishment in 2025. The Ministry of Justice said in a statement yesterday that Undersecretary of the Mi»»»

Doha, Qatar Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) is organising an awareness event on Thursday, September 10 from 8am to 1pm, at Al Rumailah Hospital to mark World Alzheimer’s Month. The event will provide the opportunity for direct interaction between the public and a multidisciplinary medical team to h»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Education and Higher Education has launched the third cohort of the Qatari Teachers Fellowship Programme “Khibrat,” an initiative aimed at strengthening the professional and educational skills of Qatari teachers through exposure to leading regional and international tea»»»

Doha, Qatar: The University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) has signed two memorandums of understanding (MoUs) with The View Hospital and Korean Medical Center (KMC), owned and operated by Apex Health, strengthening the University’s network of healthcare collaborations and expanding oppor»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Social and Sport Contribution Fund (DAAM) has signed a three-year funding agreement with Al Noor Centre, covering 2026-2028, to support the purchase of specialized equipment and the provision of a medical device for the centre’s vision clinic. Under the agreement, DAAM will provide»»»

Doha, Qatar: A high-level delegation from Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) visited Syria to sign a strategic cooperation agreement with the Syrian Arab Red Crescent Society (SARCS) and open a QRCS representation office in Damascus. This step is aimed at scaling up bilateral humanitarian partnershi»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar has stressed the importance of dialogue, mediation and humanitarian diplomacy in ensuring conflict-hit children can access essential aid and services. Speaking at the opening of a workshop in Doha, Minister of State for International Cooperation H E Dr Maryam bint Ali Al Misnad s»»»

Doha, Qatar: The General Administration of Endowments at the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has registered a new will from a benefactor who pledged one-third of her estate as a charitable endowment, covering real estate, shares and financial assets. The endowment will be administered by the »»»

As part of the main phase of Tilekteshtik-2026 — Kyrgyzstan border operation, units from security agencies and cooperating government bodies gathered in Batken region for formation and deployment. The office of Presidential Envoy to the region reported. Participants were shown specialized vehicles,»»»

Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Major General Mohsen Rezaei says Washington has received a clear warning from new missiles of the Islamic Republic. “In recent days, Washington has received a clear warning from Iran’s new missiles,” Rezaei wrote on his X account on Tuesday. “Ec»»»

Abu Dhabi, UAE: Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari engaged yesterday in the plenary session at the third edition of the Hili Forum 2026, convened in Abu Dhabi under the theme “Gulf at Crossroads: Conflict, Con»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change recorded strong institutional and operational performance during the second quarter of 2026, marked by expanded environmental inspections, faster response to public inquiries, progress in strategic projects and continued stability of its d»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE) has stepped up field monitoring of schools at the start of the 2026-2027 academic year, with Undersecretary Dr. Ibrahim bin Saleh Al Nuaimi visiting two schools in Al Jumailiyah to assess their readiness and the smooth start of cla»»»

Prime Minister Péter Magyar told Parliament on Monday that over the past 16 years Hungarians had turned against Hungarians and “those who took an oath to serve the Hungarian people plundered the country”. “The previous regime unleashed destruction” He said the previous regime had unleashed such des»»»

The total construction cost of Bishkek Arena stadium was $386 million. Askat Alagozov, press secretary to the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, announced. He refuted reports claiming the facility was built for $60 million. According to the press secretary, he had previously been unable to provide e»»»

Doha, Qatar: The National Planning Council (NPC) yesterday highlighted a comprehensive framework to transform the nation’s energy generation and mobility systems as part of its Third National Development Strategy (NDS3), leading toward Qatar National Vision (QNV) 2030. In a series of posts on X, NP»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar is once again preparing to welcome the world’s leading squash stars as the Qatar Classic 2026 brings another week of world-class action to Doha from September 12 to 18. The prestigious PSA World Tour Platinum event will return to the iconic Khalifa International Tennis and Squash»»»

Doha, Qatar: Ambassador of Uzbekistan to Qatar H E Dr. Ashraf Khodjaev has said that Uzbekistan-Qatar relations have evolved into a strategic partnership in recent years. “Uzbekistan’s expanding international engagement is reflected in the rapid development of its relations with the State of Qatar.»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar is advancing efforts to develop a smart, integrated and sustainable transportation system as the second edition of the Autonomous e-Mobility Forum (AEMOB) opened in Doha yesterday. The three-day forum, hosted and strategically partnered by the Ministry of Transport (MoT), brings »»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s massive multi-billion-dollar North Field expansion remains completely intact and is set to power a robust long-term surge in Middle Eastern gas supplies through the end of the decade, according to a report by Fitch Solutions. Led by Qatar’s world-scale gas developments alongsid»»»

BusinessUnited States of AmericaTrump threatens to block Bombardier planes from US marketShakeel Sobhan AFP, AP, Reuters, dpaTrump says Bombardier must build aircraft in the US as Canada imposes tariffs of up to 50% on US imports. https://p.dw.com/p/5M7XkBombardier said it supports tens of thousand»»»

Air France extends Dubai flight suspension as airlines adjust Middle East schedules Dubai: UAE travellers are facing another day of mixed flight operations, with delays and cancellations reported from both Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport and Dubai International Airport. While Etihad’s servi»»»

Doha, Qatar: Residents preparing to leave a property should submit a final clearance request when moving out or when they need to settle and close their electricity and water account, a Qatar General Electricity and Water Corporation (Kahramaa) official has explained. Sheikha Nasaf Al Mohannadi, Fi»»»

Foreign nationals who overstay their permitted period of stay in Kyrgyzstan will be denied re-entry into the country for a period corresponding to the visa-free stay allowed for them. The Cabinet of Ministers has introduced the relevant amendments to the rules governing the stay of foreign national»»»

Over the past 16 years, "our own people" turned against the Hungarian nation; the country was plundered by those who swore their oath in Hungarian to serve the Hungarian people — said Péter Magyar, Prime Minister, at Monday's session of the National Assembly, speaking before the agenda. At the begi»»»