More than 5,000 flights cancelled as US east coast digs out of record snow
A major snow storm hit the US east coast on Monday with record-breaking snow, causing disruptions for millions and thousands of flight cancellations. Parts of Rhode Island and Massachusetts have seen nearly 33in (83cm) of snow fall, with more than19in in New York's Central Park, the National Weathe»»»
Britain's ex-ambassador Peter Mandelson to U.S. arrested over ties to Jeffrey Epstein - UPI.com
Former British Ambassador to the U.S. Peter Mandelson, pictured in May 2025 in the White House, was arrested Monday amid an investigation into his ties to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Feb. 23 (UPI) -- British police on Monday arrested former Amb»»»
Visit Qatar to host Cirque du Soleil’s CORTEO for the first time in Doha
Tribune News Network Doha Visit Qatar, in partnership with Ethara and SESLive!, has announced that Cirque du Soleil’s celebrated production CORTEO will be staged in Doha for the first time, with performances taking place from April 8 to 13 at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC). The product»»»
Qatar Tourism hosts QT Awards Alumni Network Ghabga
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Tourism hosted the 2nd edition of QT Awards Alumni Network gathering on February 22, bringing together winners from all editions of the Qatar Tourism Awards, alongside sector stakeholders. Held during Ghabga in the Holy Month of Ramadan, the gathering strengthened se»»»
AMIR HOLDS IFTAR FOR SCHOLARS, TOP OFFICIALS
The Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani hosted an Iftar banquet on the occasion of the Holy Month of Ramadan for scholars, judges, clerics, members of the Public Prosecution, and members of the education and higher education sector at Lusail Palace on Monday. The banquet was attended »»»
Indian community welcomes families of long-serving expatriates under Radio Malayalam CSR initiative
Tribune News Network Doha In a deeply moving community event, the Indian community in Qatar formally welcomed a total of 15 wives and mothers of long-serving Indian expatriates who are visiting Qatar on an all-expenses-paid trip under a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative by Radio Mala»»»
IWA Ramadan Bazaar at ICC spotlights women empowerment
Tribune News Network Doha The Ramadan Bazaar organized by the Indian Women Association on 19 February at the ICC Ashoka Hall was a vibrant celebration of community spirit, cultural togetherness, and women’s empowerment. The event brought together families, visitors, and entrepreneurs in a warm and »»»
Vijayamanthrangal is a series of reminders, say speakers
Tribune News Network Doha Speakers at the release of Vijayamanthrangal Part 11, authored by Dr Amanulla Vadakkangara, observed that Vijayamanthrangal is far more than a collection of motivational books — it is “a series of reminders” that consistently calls humanity back to its core values and high»»»
Rajasthan Pariwar Qatar celebrates Sport Day with grand family picnic
Tribune News Network Doha Rajasthan Pariwar Qatar successfully organized a vibrant and memorable Family Picnic on Qatar Sports Day, marking a wonderful and refreshing new initiative for the community. The event was hosted at a private farm, where enthusiastic members and their families came togethe»»»
MoPH launches preventive guidelines on child, elderly, and road traffic injuries
Tribune News Network Doha The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) has launched three national preventive guidelines aimed at strengthening safety and public health in the State of Qatar. These include the National Preventive Guidelines for Child Injuries, the National Preventive Guidelines for Injurie»»»
MoEHE to hold 2026 summer language, culture camps in France, Germany, Japan
QNA Doha The Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE) has announced that it will organise the 2026 Summer language and culture camps in France, Germany, and Japan for outstanding Grade 11 Qatari students from public schools. In a statement, MoEHE said that this initiative is part of its s»»»
Qatar University sets February 25 deadline for Fall 2026 graduate applications
QNA Doha Qatar University (QU) has announced that February 25 will be the final deadline for submitting applications to its graduate programmes for the Fall 2026 semester. In a statement issued on Monday, the university urged prospective students to complete their applications online through the gr»»»
QC distributes over 100,000 hot meals to fasting peoplein Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Charity’s offices in Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire have launched the iftar for the Fasting project, distributing 100,000 hot iftar meals to needy families, sponsored individuals, and the most vulnerable groups in the two countries, as part of the Ramadan campaign “the Good»»»
HMC receives special appreciation award at DET 2026
Tribune News Network Doha Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) has been honoured with a special appreciation award in recognition of its role as the Official Medical Partner of the Doha Equestrian Tour (DET) 2026 – Al Shaqab, one of the Middle East’s leading equestrian series. The award was presented by»»»
EAA unveils Eid Gift campaign for Palestinian and Syrian children
Tribune News Network Doha On the initiative of Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, chairperson of Education Above All (EAA) Foundation, the foundation has launched the third edition of the Eid Gifts, the campaign to give joy to Palestinian and Syrian children through the provision of brand-new E»»»
UDST launches new programmes and announces admissions for Fall 2026
Tribune News Network Doha University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) has announced that admissions for the Fall 2026 semester are now open. Prospective students can apply online for Master’s, Bachelor’s and Diploma programmes through the University’s official website udst.edu.qa. Tuition »»»
CMU-Q celebrates growing global impact, unveils new alumni association and awards
Tribune News Network Doha Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q), a Qatar Foundation partner university, hosted a landmark gathering for its alumni community at the Sheikh Faisal Bin Qassim Al Thani Museum. The event served as a celebration of the university’s growing legacy and the official l»»»
Nick Reiner pleads not guilty to double murder charges for Rob Reiner, Michelle Reiner deaths - UPI.com
1 of 6 | Flowers and messages are lain on Rob Reiner's star, near his father Carl Reiner's star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles on December 15. Fans gathered there to leave flowers and pay tribute following his tragic death alongside his wife Michele, with the Hollywood Chamber of Comm»»»
US hails Mexico after cartel drug lord killed
US Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau has praised Mexico’s security forces for eliminating one of the country’s most wanted drug lords, calling it a major victory for the region and the world. Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, widely known as El Mencho, was wounded during a joint operation led »»»
IN PHOTOS: Souq Waqif Asian Nuts & Dried Fruits Exhibition draws crowds with Ramadan offers
Doha, Qatar: The Souq Waqif Asian Nuts & Dried Fruits Exhibition 2026 continues to attract large numbers of visitors as its second edition runs at the Eastern Square, with a strong turnout seen on the third day from both residents and tourists. Running until March 1, the exhibition features more th»»»
Nineteen countries, along with Arab League and OIC, condemn in a joint statement Israeli decisions that introduce wide-ranging expansions to Israel's illegal control over West Bank
Doha: We, the Foreign Ministers of the State of Qatar, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Federative Republic of Brazil, the French Republic, the Kingdom of Denmark, the Republic of Finland, the Republic of Iceland, the Republic of Indonesia, Ireland, the Arab Republic of Egypt, the Hashemite Kingdom»»»
Northern Fleet warns of missile firing into Norwegian EEZ on anniversary of Ukraine all-out invasion
The Norwegian Armed Forces are closely monitoring the situation. However, the Norwegians stress that it is Russia’s responsibility to ensure the activity is conducted safely. Russia’s Northern Fleet has notified civilian aviation authorities and maritime traffic about planned missile firing in a se»»»
Qatar Embassy in Mexico urges citizens to 'exercise utmost caution and alertness'
Mexico City, Mexico: The Embassy of the State of Qatar in Mexico City, due to the current security situation in some Mexican states, issued an important announcement urging citizens in those areas to exercise the utmost caution and alertness, stay away from gatherings, and follow the instructions i»»»
CDC deputy director Ralph Abraham steps down from role - UPI.com
The CDC said Ralph Abraham was stepping away from his role as principal deputy director so he can address family obligations. File Photo by Erik S. Lesser/EPA-EFE Feb. 23 (UPI) -- Ralph Abraham, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention principal deputy director and noted vaccine skeptic, anno»»»
Queen tells Gisèle Pelicot her new memoir left her 'speechless'
Queen Camilla has told French rape survivor Gisèle Pelicot that she was left speechless by her new memoir, which she says she finished reading in just two days. The Queen invited Pelicot to her official residence in London, where the 73-year-old had been promoting her new book, Hymn to Life: Shame »»»
ICC embarks on hearings charging Philippine ex‑president with committing crimes against humanity
The Hague: The International Criminal Court (ICC) commenced Monday the preliminary hearings concerning former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, who faces three charges of committing crimes against humanity in the wake of the bloody anti‑narcotics campaigns he oversaw during his tenure. Duterte,»»»
Nearly 300 political prisoners launch hunger strike in Venezuela - UPI.com
Families participate in a vigil outside the Rodeo I prison in Zamora, Miranda state, Venezuela, in late January, demanding the release of relatives who are political prisoners. Photo by Ronald Pena/EPA Feb. 23 (UPI) -- Nearly 300 political prisoners held at El Rodeo I prison on the outskirts of Car»»»
Dubai draws surge of Chinese emigration amid graft crackdown - UPI.com
The sun sets behind the world's tallest completed building, the Burj Khalifa (rear C), rising high in the skyline above all other buildings of Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 26 January 2021 (reissued 30 January 2021). Dubai ruler and UAE Prime Minister Al Maktoum on 30 January 2021 announced that the»»»
US partially evacuates Beirut embassy amid rising Iran tensions
The US government has ordered all non-essential staff to leave its embassy in the Lebanese capital of Beirut after a security review, a senior State Department official has told the BBC. The decision comes as there are heightened tensions in the region, with US President Donald Trump threatening mi»»»
Drunk man threatens to kill woman after dispute in Sharjah
Sharjah: A man’s long-standing habit of drinking alcohol led to threats of violence and a criminal case after he lost control of his actions while intoxicated, a Sharjah court has heard. The Sharjah Misdemeanours Court is reviewing charges against an Arab defendant accused of endangering a woman’s »»»
U.S, Canada issue travel warnings after Mexico cartel leader's killing - UPI.com
A vehicle set on fire at a shopping center by suspected members of organized crime is seen in Guadalajara, Mexico,, on Sunday after the killing of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as El Mencho, leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel. Photo by Francisco Guasco/EPA Feb. 23 (UPI) -- The United S»»»
Mexico deploys 10,000 troops to end violence
Mexico has deployed 10,000 troops to quell clashes sparked by the killing of the country's most-wanted drug lord that have claimed dozens of lives, officials said Monday. Nemesio "El Mencho" Oseguera, leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), was wounded Sunday in a shootout with soldiers»»»
RAK Police step up anti-begging campaign during Ramadan
Ras Al Khaimah Police have launched their annual awareness campaign, “Combat begging and help those in need,” in conjunction with the holy month of Ramadan, as part of ongoing efforts to promote community safety and social responsibility. The campaign aims to raise security awareness among individu»»»
France summons US envoy over ‘violent radical leftism’ warning
France has summoned the US envoy after the Trump administration sounded the alarm over what it described as the rise of “violent radical leftism” in the country. The remarks came after alleged members of a left-wing group killed French right-wing activist Quentin Deranque. Deranque, a 23-year-old m»»»
Media Forum Moscow-Islamabad
In the run-up to the official visit of the Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif to Moscow from the 3d until 5th of March, 2026, there will be held a long-anticipated event titled as "Media Forum Moscow-Islamabad" aimed at building a stronger bridge of communication betw»»»
EU stops parliament vote on tariff deal after Supreme Court ruling, Trump tariff announcement - UPI.com
1 of 5 | President Donald Trump speaks during a press briefing on tariffs at the White House in Washington, D.C., on Friday. The European Union's parliament postponed a vote Monday on a trade deal with the United States after Trump imposed a blanket 15% tariff Friday afternoon. Photo by Yuri Gripas»»»
Ukraine negotiator tells BBC how it feels to sit across table from Russia
What is it like negotiating with the Russians over the war in Ukraine? It is a question many are interested in knowing the answer to following several recent rounds of peace talks, which have so far appeared to bear little fruit four years after Russia's full-scale invasion. Another round of the US»»»
UK police arrest ex-envoy Peter Mandelson in Epstein case
London police on Monday arrested former ambassador Peter Mandelson in a probe into allegations over his ties to disgraced US financier Jeffrey Epstein, only days after ex-prince Andrew was detained. Mandelson, a pivotal figure in British politics and the UK's former envoy to Washington, was arreste»»»
Ajman’s Ramadan cannon keeps cherished tradition alive
As the sun sets each evening during Ramadan, a familiar sound echoes across parts of Ajman, signalling the end of the day’s fast and the beginning of iftar. The Ramadan cannon, operated by the general headquarters of Ajman Police, continues to serve as one of the emirate’s most cherished traditions»»»
Pezeshkian: Recent Talks with US Have Yielded Encouraging Signals
President Masoud Pezeshkian reaffirmed Iran’s commitment to regional peace and stability, while noting that Tehran is closely monitoring US actions and is prepared for any potential scenario.In a message posted on his X account on Sunday night, Pezeshkian highlighted that recent negotiations with t»»»
Ukraine reconstruction needs over 500 billion euros: international reports
Kyiv: An updated joint Rapid Damage and Needs Assessment (RDNA5) released Monday by Kyiv, the World Bank Group, the European Commission, and the United Nations currently estimates that the total cost of reconstruction in Ukraine is almost USD 588 billion (over 500 billion Euros) over the next decad»»»
New arrest at Athens airport for marijuana smuggling
Police at Athens International Airport have arrested a traveller for alleged membership of an international drugs smuggling ring after finding 21 kilos of marijuana in his luggage, authorities said Monday. It was the third arrest of the sort at the Greek capital’s airport in the past fortnight, inv»»»
MOCI launches 36 new electronic services
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) has launched 36 new electronic services through its digital platform on the Ministry’s official website. The newly launched services cover a wide range of activities, including prize draws, sales promotions, festivals, clearance sales and br»»»
Men digging hole outside Thessaloniki charged with antiquities theft
Three men have been arrested on suspicion of digging for buried antiquities on an archaeological site in northern Greece, police said Monday. A police statement said the three suspects aged 63, 60 and 30, had allegedly formed an organized antiquities-looting gang that targeted both designated sites»»»
Sali Berisha: Deputy PM Risks Up to 36 Years in Prison
Albania’s opposition leader Sali Berisha on Monday accused Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku of committing multiple criminal offenses and claimed she faces up to 36 years in prison if prosecuted and convicted. Speaking at a protest in Tirana, Berisha referenced discussions earlier in the day at»»»
EDGE Group and Safran Electronics & Defense sign MoU
EDGE Group and Safran Electronics & Defense have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore joint development of advanced smart weapon systems, with an initial focus on long-range air-to-ground capabilities. The agreement was signed at EDGE’s headquarters in Abu Dhabi by Hamad Al Marar, »»»
Maliki Rejects Quitting Iraq PM Race upon US Pressures
Former Iraqi PM Nouri Al-Maliki affirmed he had no intention to withdraw from the bid for premiership, vowing to continue with his campaign despite US pressure and threats to cut support for Baghdad if he is elected. “I have absolutely no intention of withdrawing out of respect for my country, its »»»
China urges US to scrap all tariffs
China has urged the US to cancel the unilateral tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump following a US Supreme Court ruling that effectively struck down most of the measures. Trump imposed tariffs on many trading partners early last year, accusing them of unfair trade practices. Most faced a univ»»»
MOEHE to hold 2026 summer language, culture camps in France, Germany, Japan
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MOEHE) announced that it will organise the 2026 Summer language and culture camps in France, Germany, and Japan for outstanding Grade 11 Qatari students from public schools. In a statement, MOEHE said that this initiative is part of its s»»»
IMPACT Developer & Contractor marks 30 years since its listing on the Bucharest Stock Exchange
Founded in 1991 through public offering, IMPACT has experienced continuous growth: from the first residential complex in Romania, a neighborhood of luxury villas started in 1995, to 13 other villa neighborhoods, then to collective housing in medium-rise buildings, and now to the construction of hig»»»