RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s rail network carried more than 83 million passengers in the first half of 2026, up at least 16 percent from the same period last year, according to Transport General Authority figures reported by the Saudi Press Agency in quarterly releases. Rail services carried more than 45»»»

My conversation with British comedian Ricky Balshaw begins with me doing what many able-bodied people probably do around disability: wondering whether I’m using the right words. Ricky, who has cerebral palsy after the umbilical cord became wrapped around his neck during birth, went on to win a Para»»»

Dubai: Offshore banks are reportedly refusing to issue or renew international credit cards for some wealthy resident Indians because of concerns over India’s rules on money held abroad. The development has raised a key question for UAE-based Non-Resident Indians: could their salaries and savings in»»»

Dubai: An Indian expat in Dubai, who was on vacation in his hometown in Kerala, has died after contracting suspected leptospirosis, commonly known as rat fever, his family has told Gulf News. Teejo George, 48, died at a hospital in Kannur on Saturday, just two days after being admitted with diarrho»»»

A US appeals court on Monday allowed thousands of lawsuits to proceed against Meta Platforms, Alphabet's Google, ByteDance's TikTok, and Snap Inc., over allegations that their products were designed to cause addiction among young users. The 9th US Circuit Court of Appeals in San Francisco rejected »»»

When Iran named Mohsen Rezaei, 71, the move carried an important "message" to the White House and the world. The long-time IRGC commander previously threatened to capture "at least 1,000 Americans as prisoners”. Razaei, 71, a four-decade veteran of Iran’s ruling establishment, is also wanted by Int»»»

TRIPOLI: The governor of Libya’s central bank, Naji Issa, has resigned without giving a reason, several reports said on Monday. Private TV channel Al-Ahrar said Issa had confirmed his resignation. Issa and vice-governor Miree Al-Barasee were appointed by Libya’s parliament, which is based in the ea»»»

The Qatar Basketball Federation (QBF) held its seventh meeting with the participation of board members, chaired by QBF President Mohammed bin Saad Al Mughaiseeb. The meeting came as part of the Board’s ongoing insight into all matters concerning Qatari basketball, with a focus on developing plans a»»»

Minister of Environment and Climate Change HE Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie met with Ambassador of Sudan HE Badreddine Abdullah Mohammed Ahmed on Monday. Discussions during the meeting focused on the Qatari-Sudanese relations and ways to boost them, primarily in the spheres of envi»»»

Tribune News Network Doha The Malik Deenar College of Pharmacy Alumni Association – Qatar (Qatar MDCPians) successfully organized its Alumni Gathering along with the Qatar MDCPians Cricket Premier League 2026, bringing together alumni and their families for a vibrant day filled with sports, enterta»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Charity (QC) has distributed food baskets to vulnerable families in Tanzania’s Pwani Region providing essential food assistance to 1,127 people as part of its continued humanitarian efforts to support communities facing difficult living conditions. Implemented by QC’»»»

Tribune News Network Doha In a vibrant tableau reflecting the spirit of creativity and excellence, Al-Arabi Sports Club brought down the curtain on its summer activities amid festive atmospheres filled with joy and pride. This distinguished and successful conclusion crowned weeks of hard work and d»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Under the slogan #MakeStudentsHappy, Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has launched its “Back to School 2026” fundraising campaign designed to help students pursue their education, as well as to provide the educational supplies and opportunities that would enable them to b»»»

Speaker of People’s Consultative Assembly of Indonesia Dr. Ahmad Muzani met with Ambassador of Qatar to Indonesia HE Dr. Sultan bin Mubarak Al Dosari in Jakarta on Monday. During the meeting, they reviewed cooperation between the two countries. (QNA)»»»

Tribune News Network Abu Dhabi, UAE/ Doha, Qatar The Middle East Public Relations Association (MEPRA) will host the 2026 MEPRA Qatar Leadership Majlis on 10 September at W Doha, bringing together senior leaders to explore the changing nature of influence and what it means for organisations across t»»»

Tribune News Network Doha The Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE) concluded two international student programmes organised during the summer break. The first was an intensive Quranic and educational programme that lasted a full month in Madinah with the participation of 16 students f»»»

Doha: Qatar is set to experience a 13-day period characterised by hot and humid conditions as the Al Nathra star rises on August 11, 2026, according to the Qatar Meteorology Department (QMD). QMD said Al Nathra, known locally as Al Kulaibain, is the sixth of the summer stars and marks the final per»»»

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LONDON: More than three years after Sudan descended into civil war, army chief Gen. Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan is pushing for a broad national dialogue aimed at rebuilding the country’s political institutions and laying the foundations for a civilian transition. Talks could begin as early as August, wi»»»

RIYADH: It is not a good time to be an Al-Nassr fan. While that might sound like a bizarre statement to make, considering the club ended a seven-year title drought by beating Al-Hilal to the Saudi Pro League title last season, they face a stark reality as they prepare to defend their title. The clu»»»

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi has directed the government to prepare a third package of tax relief measures and approved a proposal to introduce tax sukuk aimed at reducing the state’s financing needs and lowering debt-servicing costs, according to the presidency. Al-Sisi reviewed Egypt’s»»»

“Silk Roads, Steppe Roads” takes the reader on a journey to three sites in northwestern China and Mongolia to investigate medieval Chinese tombs containing evidence of Eastern Eurasian cultural contacts and exchanges. The construction, artifacts, and texts on paper and stone found at these tombs of»»»

DAMASCUS:President Ahmad Al-Sharaa received UN High Commissioner for Refugees Barham Salih and his accompanying delegation at the People’s Palace in Damascus on Monday, in the presence of Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Asaad Hassan Al-Shaibani. The meeting focused on ways to strengthen»»»

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RIYADH: Saudi Deputy Interior Minister-designate Prince Abdulaziz bin Mohammed bin Ayyaf received Mauritian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Mohammed Riyad Parvez Hullemuth at the ministry in Riyadh on Monday. During the meeting, they discussed bilateral relations and various matters of mutual interest, »»»

MAKKAH: Cradled among dramatic mountain ridges, lush valleys and cool highland breezes, Taif is rapidly cementing its reputation as one of Saudi Arabia’s premier outdoor destinations — with mountain hiking leading its eco-tourism surge. Driven by growing domestic interest in outdoor recreation unde»»»

DAMASCUS: The International Forum on Education and Innovation opened in Damascus on Monday, bringing together officials and experts to discuss the future of education, innovation and workforce development. The forum is organized by the Economic Group for Promoting International Investments, in coop»»»

RAMALLAH: Israeli settlers, under the protection of Israeli occupation forces, have attacked the village of Al-Mughayyir, northeast of Ramallah. Amin Abu Aliya, the head of the Al-Mughayyir Village Council, said that settlers attacked Palestinian farmers in the eastern plain area and local resident»»»

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A powerful magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck western Colombia on Monday, killing at least 111 people and damaging hundreds of buildings, according to President Abelardo de la Espriella. The earthquake struck at 7:34am local time, with its epicentre in the Chocó region. The Colombian Geological Servic»»»

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A technician inspects photovoltaic panels at a solar power installation in Pinar del Rio province, western Cuba, in late July Solar systems provided by China are helping ease the power shortage in Cuba. Photo by Ernesto Mastrascusa/EPA Aug. 10 (UPI) -- Cuba expanded incentives for importing renewab»»»

Abu Dhabi: The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) has officially launched the Higher Education Institutions Indicators Compass. This secure, unified national electronic platform empowers higher education institutions (HEIs) across the UAE to monitor institutional performa»»»

Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, shared a photo with his grandchildren on social media on Monday, alongside a heartfelt message about the importance of family. "Life has taught me that the greatest investment during holida»»»

Damascus, Aug. 10 (SANA) Syria’s takeover of the fourth commercial quay at Tartous Port, under a memorandum of understanding with Russia, is set to boost the port’s operational capacity, speed up cargo handling and ease pressure on other berths, according to economic experts. But translating those »»»

Doha, Qatar: Motorists in Qatar have been reminded to switch on their vehicle lights when driving at night, with the Ministry of Interior warning that failure to do so constitutes a traffic violation under Article 70 of the Traffic Law. In an awareness message, the ministry said: “Driving a vehicle»»»

The signing of the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement by Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Pakistan may eventually be remembered as one of the more consequential geopolitical developments to emerge from the current Middle Eastern crisis. Signed in Mecca by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Turkish Presid»»»

JEDDAH: The Sports Boulevard Real Estate Development and Investment Co. has signed agreements with Rikaz Properties to establish its third real estate investment fund, valued at more than $186 million, to develop key assets including a luxury five-star hotel in Riyadh’s Urban Wadi. The fund will fi»»»

Police have launched an investigation into suspected drug possession following a series of medical incidents during DJ Balázs Sebestyén’s show (DJ OTI), Telex reported on Monday, citing the Budapest Police Headquarters. Several women fell ill during Saturday’s concert, amid media reports that GHB –»»»

Dubai: A 24-year-old Indian expat in Dubai, whose younger sister died by suicide in June while preparing for the NEET re-examination, was found dead in a hotel room in Mangaluru, Karnataka, on Monday, dealing a second devastating blow to the Kerala family within two months. Mangaluru City Police co»»»

Beirut, Aug. 10 (SANA) Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam on Monday called for activating the Lebanese-Syrian Business Council to boost trade, investment and transit through Syria, as Beirut and Damascus seek to deepen post-war economic cooperation. Salam made the remarks during a meeting with for»»»

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AL-MUKALLA: At least two Yemeni government soldiers were killed in southern Yemen as the Houthis launched a new wave of drone attacks on government-controlled areas in Aden, Mocha and Shabwa. The escalation came as the Yemeni army vowed on Monday to respond to Houthi drone and missile strikes on th»»»

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s hosting of the fourth UNESCO Global Forum on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence reflects its prominent international role in guiding emerging technology dialogue, Minister of Culture Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan said. Prince Badr, who also serves as chairman of the »»»

A magnitude 5.0 earthquake was recorded in western Iran on Monday evening, according to the UAE’s National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). “A magnitude 5.0 earthquake was recorded in western Iran at 7:01pm UAE time on August 10, 2026, according to the NCM’s National Seismic Network,” the NCM said. Get»»»

Kuwait: Kuwait has issued a new decree-law introducing tougher measures to combat commercial concealment, imposing prison sentences, heavier financial penalties and business closures as part of efforts to strengthen transparency and regulate economic activity. Decree-Law No. 78 of 2026, published i»»»

MUSCAT: Oman on Monday said it was working to contain an oil spill off its southern coast after a tanker ran aground in June inside a protected marine area, triggering calls for action by environmentalists. It follows an investigation by AFP that found the Caroline Bezengi had been stranded for wee»»»

DUBAI: Hall of Fame coach Don Nelson, one of basketball’s great innovators whose ideas helped shape the modern NBA, has died at the age of 86. Nelson died peacefully on Sunday surrounded by family, bringing to a close a remarkable life in basketball that stretched across more than six decades as a »»»

Dubai: Pakistan received $3.6 billion in workers’ remittances in July 2026, up 13 per cent year-on-year and 4.5 per cent from the previous month, the State Bank of Pakistan said on Monday. Saudi Arabia remained the largest source of remittances at $913.9 million, followed by the UAE with $737.3 mil»»»

NEW DELHI: India’s affordable, high-quality healthcare has attracted foreign patients for decades, but its medical tourism industry is now slowing, with the US-Israeli war on Iran preventing many, particularly those in the Gulf, from reaching Indian hospitals for treatment. India ranks 10th globall»»»