US credit card interest to be capped at 10% – what it means to UAE residents
Dubai: When US President Donald Trump called for a one-year cap on credit card interest rates at 10%, he reignited a long-running debate about the price of borrowing, the power of banks, and how far governments should go to protect consumers. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Bal»»»
FBI says it has found no video of Border Patrol agent shooting 2 Venezuelans in Oregon
PORTLAND, Oregon: The FBI said in a court document made public Monday that it had found no surveillance or other video of a Border Patrol agent shooting and wounding two people in a pickup truck during an immigration enforcement operation in Portland, Oregon, last week. Agents told investigators th»»»
Colombian rebels call for a 'national accord' after the US intervention in Venezuela
BOGOTA, Colombia: Colombia’s largest remaining rebel group called for a “national accord” to overcome political conflicts in the South American nation, as it faces the prospect of attacks from the governments of both Colombia and the United States. In a statement published Monday on its X account, »»»
Tokyo stocks jump 3% at open on election speculation
Tokyo shares jumped more than three percent Tuesday morning on speculation that Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will call a snap election to capitalise on strong poll numbers. The Nikkei average rose 3.37 percent or 1,751.20 points to 53,691.09 in early trade, as the index also played catchup after a»»»
The Indian superstar taking a shot at political greatness
India's southern state of Tamil Nadu has a long, peculiar political tradition: here, cinema doesn't merely entertain, it also governs. From extremely successful political stints of MG Ramachandran - popularly known as MGR - and Jayalalithaa to the more ambivalent experiments of Rajnikanth, Kamal Ha»»»
Doctor charged with murdering his ex-wife and her Ohio husband waives right to extradition hearing
COLUMBUS, Ohio: The former husband of an Ohio woman charged this weekend with the murders of his ex-wife and her new husband waived his right to an extradition hearing Monday in Illinois. Michael David McKee, 39, a doctor from Chicago, has been charged with premeditated aggravated murder in the sho»»»
Russian attack on Ukraine's Kharkiv kills at least two: governor
A Russian attack on Ukraine's northeastern city of Kharkiv killed two people and wounded several others, the regional governor said early Tuesday. "As of now, two people are known to have been killed by the enemy attacks on the outskirts of Kharkiv," Oleg Synegubov posted on Telegram. He also said »»»
100,000 visas of individuals involved in 'criminal activity' revoked in US
Washington, DC: The US Department of State has announced that it has revoked more than 100,000 visas, including thousands of student and specialised visas, as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen domestic security and enforce immigration laws. In a post on X, the Department of State said that »»»
'We were tricked': How one woman lures foreign men to fight on Russia's front line
Flames lick around the edges of Omar's passport. "It's burning well," an unseen woman says in Russian in the video. Omar, a 26-year-old Syrian construction worker, had been deployed for about nine months on the front line of Russia's war in Ukraine when the clip arrived on his phone. He knew the wo»»»
'Leave Iran now': US issues advisory for its citizens amid 'escalating' protests
Washington DC: The United States Virtual Embassy in Iran on Monday (local time) issued an advisory for American citizens to "Leave Iran now", warning that protests across the country are "escalating" and could "turn violent", leading to "arrests, injuries and severe disruptions" to daily life. In i»»»
Most of Uganda's population is under 17 - will they give an 81-year-old another term?
Whether decked in the bright yellow of the ruling party or donning the revolutionary red of the main opposition, young people are dominant among the foot soldiers of Uganda's election campaign. In crowded public grounds and roadside gatherings, young supporters belting out party songs and filming e»»»
UK plans new missiles for Ukraine capable of striking deep inside Russia
The UK Defense Ministry has announced plans to develop new long-range missiles for Ukraine that would be capable of striking targets deep inside Russian territory. The ministry announced the launch of Project Nightfall on Sunday, an initiative aimed at boosting Ukraine’s strike capabilities. The pl»»»
Meet Nada Hamadeh, Lebanon’s ambassador to the United States – Ya Libnan
Share: Ambassador Nada Hamadeh has been serving in Washington DC since mid June 2025 as the Lebanese ambassador to the United States Ambassador Nada Hamadeh departs the West Wing of the White House after a credentialing ceremony sept 5, 2025 Prior to her diplomatic appointment Ambassador Hamadeh wa»»»
Trump’s clash with the Fed rattles markets. What UAE investors should watch next
Dubai: Financial markets are once again being forced to price politics into monetary policy. The US Justice Department’s move to issue subpoenas to the Federal Reserve has reignited fears about political pressure on the central bank, unsettling currencies, bonds and equities at a time when investor»»»
How Australian festival imploded after axing Palestinian author
One of Australia's biggest cultural festivals has been left in disarray after a decision to disinvite a prominent Australian-Palestinian writer, triggering a massive backlash and mass exodus from fellow authors. The board of the Adelaide Festival last week said Dr Randa Abdel-Fattah, a vocal critic»»»
Why are more bosses sharing the top job?
For almost 16 years, Pippa Begg ran Board Intelligence as co-chief executive with Jennifer Sundberg. Together they grew the business, which provides analysis and services for company boards, and today it employs 200 staff and has big big name clients, including Nationwide, Rolls-Royce and Reckitt. »»»
Warmth in the South to be replaced by January chill - UPI.com
The new year had an unseasonably warm start for some parts of the South. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo Much colder air is on the way for the southern United States, with temperatures predicted to drop below freezing as far south as Florida, AccuWeather meteorologists say. The cooldown»»»
Georgia prison fight leaves 3 prisoners dead - UPI.com
Jan. 12 (UPI) -- A fight that broke out at a state prison in Georgia left three prisoners dead and 13 others hospitalized, the Washington County Sheriff's Office said. The violence took place Sunday and also injured a guard, though the extent of their injuries was unknown, WAGA-TV in Atlanta report»»»
Egypt eyes $40 billion annual revenue in massive tourism overhaul
The Egyptian National Narrative for Comprehensive Development has revealed ambitious goals for the country’s tourism sector, aiming to increase tourism revenues to US$40.5 billion by the 2029/2030 fiscal year, RT reported on Sunday. This target is part of Egypt’s Vision 2030 and the National Narrat»»»
Russian TV anchor says Kremlin should consider “special military operations” in Central Asia, Armenia
Propagandist Russian TV anchor Vladimir Solovyov on January 11 drew condemnation from across Central Asia and Armenia after openly asking why “special military operations” of the type pursued in Ukraine by the Kremlin should not be carried out elsewhere within Russia’s claimed zone of influence. »»»
Russian TV anchor says Kremlin should consider “special military operations” in Central Asia, Armenia
Propagandist Russian TV anchor Vladimir Solovyov on January 11 drew condemnation from across Central Asia and Armenia after openly asking why “special military operations” of the type pursued in Ukraine by the Kremlin should not be carried out elsewhere within Russia’s claimed zone of influence. »»»
Russian TV anchor says Kremlin should consider “special military operations” in Central Asia, Armenia
Propagandist Russian TV anchor Vladimir Solovyov on January 11 drew condemnation from across Central Asia and Armenia after openly asking why “special military operations” of the type pursued in Ukraine by the Kremlin should not be carried out elsewhere within Russia’s claimed zone of influence. »»»
Russian TV anchor says Kremlin should consider “special military operations” in Central Asia, Armenia
Propagandist Russian TV anchor Vladimir Solovyov on January 11 drew condemnation from across Central Asia and Armenia after openly asking why “special military operations” of the type pursued in Ukraine by the Kremlin should not be carried out elsewhere within Russia’s claimed zone of influence. »»»
Russian TV anchor says Kremlin should consider “special military operations” in Central Asia, Armenia
Propagandist Russian TV anchor Vladimir Solovyov on January 11 drew condemnation from across Central Asia and Armenia after openly asking why “special military operations” of the type pursued in Ukraine by the Kremlin should not be carried out elsewhere within Russia’s claimed zone of influence. »»»
Russian TV anchor says Kremlin should consider “special military operations” in Central Asia, Armenia
Propagandist Russian TV anchor Vladimir Solovyov on January 11 drew condemnation from across Central Asia and Armenia after openly asking why “special military operations” of the type pursued in Ukraine by the Kremlin should not be carried out elsewhere within Russia’s claimed zone of influence. »»»
Russian TV anchor says Kremlin should consider “special military operations” in Central Asia, Armenia
Propagandist Russian TV anchor Vladimir Solovyov on January 11 drew condemnation from across Central Asia and Armenia after openly asking why “special military operations” of the type pursued in Ukraine by the Kremlin should not be carried out elsewhere within Russia’s claimed zone of influence. »»»
Russian TV anchor says Kremlin should consider “special military operations” in Central Asia, Armenia
Propagandist Russian TV anchor Vladimir Solovyov on January 11 drew condemnation from across Central Asia and Armenia after openly asking why “special military operations” of the type pursued in Ukraine by the Kremlin should not be carried out elsewhere within Russia’s claimed zone of influence. »»»
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian: “This massive audience foils the saboteurs’ plans and proves a true intention to maintain our country” - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian: “This massive audience foils the saboteurs’ plans and proves a true intention to maintain our country”»»»
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian: “With their presence, our people have barred the enemy further, adding to the fervor we need in service of our country” - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian: “With their presence, our people have barred the enemy further, adding to the fervor we need in servic»»»
Minnesota sues Trump administration to block surge of ICE agents
The US state of Minnesota has sued the Trump administration in an attempt to block a surge of federal immigration agents into the state. The lawsuit argues that the deployment amounts to an unconstitutional "federal invasion". Minnesota's Attorney General Keith Ellison said it has upended life for »»»
Sudan PM announces govt's return to Khartoum from wartime capital Port Sudan
The Sudanese government which had been driven out by war has returned to Khartoum and promises “better services” for the capital's residents, Prime Minister Kamil Idris announced on Sunday. The army-aligned government had been operating out of its wartime capital of Port Sudan for nearly »»»
French far-right leader Marine Le Pen faces high-stakes trial ahead of presidential race
The trial for French far-right party leader Marine Le Pen's appeal of her embezzlement conviction is set to begin on Tuesday. The verdict, expected by summer, could determine whether she is eligible to run in the 2027 presidential election. The three-time candidate currently leads the polls. M»»»
Trump warns of 'mess' ahead of legal ruling on tariffs
US President Donald Trump has argued there would be a "complete mess" if the Supreme Court were to strike down his tariffs, in remarks that signalled his unease over the impending decision. His post on social media on Monday highlighted how much was at stake in the ruling, which could come as soon »»»
Trump to meet Venezuelan opposition leader Machado at the White House
Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado will meet President Donald Trump on Thursday, the White House has confirmed. The visit comes just weeks after Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro was seized in Caracas by US forces. But Trump declined to endorse Machado,»»»
Georgian ex-PM jailed for five years after pleading guilty to money laundering
Former Georgian prime minister Irakli Garibashvili has been sentenced to five years in prison and fined GEL1mn (roughly $370,000), after pleading guilty to charges of large-scale money laundering. The conviction marks the »»»
Zelensky ‘had no cards from day one’ – Trump
Ukraine’s Vladimir Zelensky “has no cards” to negotiate peace with Russia, US President Donald Trump has said. Trump made the remarks in a New York Times interview released in full on Sunday, discussing US mediation efforts. These include a leaked 28-point peace plan envisioning Kiev ceding the rem»»»
UK believes it can seize any tanker under Russia sanctions – BBC
The British government believes it has found a legal way for its military to seize any vessels in UK waters that it suspects of being part of a so-called ‘shadow fleet’, state broadcaster BBC has reported. The move is expected to target Russia, Iran and Venezuela, all of whom the UK claims use thir»»»
Beijing slams Trump for citing Russia and China over ‘acquiring’ Greenland
Beijing takes exception to US President Donald Trump’s attempts to use Russia and China as an excuse for his push into the Arctic, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning has said. Trump claimed last week that the US must annex Greenland – an autonomous former Danish colony under Copenhagen’»»»
Republican senator backs move to block Trump's Fed nominees as chairman faces criminal probe
At least two Republican senators have said they will oppose the confirmation of any new nominees to the US Federal Reserve after the Justice Department threatened to indict the central bank's current chairman, Jerome Powell. US President Donald Trump has previously threatened to fire Powell, slammi»»»
QNB ties up with Daman to support community initiatives
Tribune News Network Doha QNB Group and the General Retirement and Social Insurance Authority (Daman) have announced the signing of a strategic sponsorship agreement aimed at supporting the Authority’s community programmes and initiatives, enhancing engagement with contributors and retirees, and al»»»
Third Government Communications Forum opens
QNA DOHA The third Government Communications Forum began on Monday with the participation of ministers, decision-makers, and communications and media leaders from government and semi-government entities in the country. The two-day forum underscores the pivotal role of the government communications »»»
Al Attiyah finishes fifth in stage eight but stays in overall lead at Dakar Rally
QNA Riyadh Qatar’s Nasser Al Attiyah, driving for the Dacia team, retained his overall lead in the Dakar Rally after finishing fifth in Monday’s eighth stage of the car category in the rally currently being held in Saudi Arabia. Al Attiyah, who is a five-time Dakar Rally champion, leads the overall»»»
Panel highlights trust as key to sustainable economic growth
QNA Doha During a panel discussion on Monday, the third Government Communications Forum (GCF) explored the role of trust as the infrastructure of sustainable economic growth. General Manager of the Middle East at Dow Jones, and the owner of The Wall Street Journal, Anand Joawn, highlighted that the»»»
Focus on frontiers of AI‑powered cinematic animation
QNA Doha The third Government Communications Forum held a panel discussion to examine the new frontiers of AI‑powered cinematic animation. The session offered a glimpse of the Legacy of Light project -an AI‑animated docudrama that explores the life of the distinguished Muslim scholar Muhammad ibn M»»»
High-level session highlightsstrategic communication’s role in amplifying national discourse
QNA Doha A high-level session held on Monday as part of the Third Government Communications Forum underscored the pivotal role of government communication in supporting major national initiatives, advancing the priorities of Qatar National Vision 2030, and guiding public behaviour. Held under the t»»»
Gazan family recounts harrowing ordeal of war that put humanity on trial
Khaled Al Hameidi Doha In a narrow corner of a torn displacement tent in southern Gaza, life no longer resembles itself. Faces are pressed together, air is thick with smoke, salt, and blood, and silence weighs heavier than words. There sits Dr Mahmoud Faraj, a professor of law who once lectured on »»»
MoI secures Innovation in Media Campaigns Award
QNA Doha Ministry of Interior (MoI), represented by the Public Relations Department, has won the Innovation in Media Campaigns Award at the Government Communications Office (GCO) Awards during the Government Communications Forum 2026, which saw wide participation from governmental and semi-governme»»»
Visit Qatar unveils second wave of headliners at 25N51E Music Festival
Tribune News Network Doha Visit Qatar has announced a second wave of headline artists joining the 25N51E Music Festival, taking place on January 30 at the iconic Stadium 974. New artists include Feeona and Againstcelebrities on the 25E Main Stage, and AMR and Pierre Fares on the 51N Stage, each cel»»»
Monster Jam shows at Sealine attract over 12,000
tribune news network Doha Visit Qatar has announced the successful conclusion of the Monster Jam shows, held on January 9 and 10, at the Sealine Qatar Racing Club, Mawater Area. The two-hour live motorsport shows delivered a high-energy experience to packed audiences across both days, attracting mo»»»
Bangladeshi ambassador joins volunteers in Al Wakra Beach clean-up
Tribune News Network Doha In an inspiring display of environmental stewardship and community collaboration, Ambassador of Bangladesh to Qatar, HE Mohammad Hazrat Ali Khan, along with embassy officials and staff, actively participated as volunteers, joining over 120 members from Community Volunteers»»»