Arab Finance: Middle East and North Africa’s (MENA) digital advertising market is expanding rapidly as businesses shift more of their customer acquisition and commerce activity online. The region’s digital ad spending reached $8.19 billion in 2025, up 17.8% year on year, according to IAB MENA, maki»»»

Doha, Qatar: The importance of young Muslims finding and being guided by their “compass”, and using technology to drive positive change, has been emphasized by thought leaders as the second edition of Qatar Foundation’s QIYADA conference came to a close. The two-day gathering at Multaqa (Education »»»

Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister of Tanzania HE Mwigulu Nchemba yesterday met with Minister of Transport H E Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulla bin Mohammed Al Thani. The two officials discussed cooperation in areas of transportation, and ways to enhance them. Those in attendance included Tanzania’s Ambassador»»»

Police probe alleged rape at LPU amid student unrest over hostel safety lapses Massive student protests broke out at Lovely Professional University (LPU) in Punjab’s Phagwara early Sunday after reports circulated on social media about the alleged rape of a university student on campus. Police said »»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar processed 45% of household waste in 2025, strengthening efforts to promote waste sorting at source, boost recycling and recover valuable resources as part of the country’s drive towards sustainability and a circular economy. According to the Ministry of Municipality, 756,000 tonn»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar has maintained its position among the world’s leading economies for artificial intelligence adoption, ranking 10th in Microsoft’s Global AI Diffusion Report for the second quarter of 2026. According to the report, released recently, 43.5% of Qatar’s working-age population (aged 1»»»

Tonight, the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation continued carrying out strikes with unmanned aerial vehicles against logistics centres, port and transport infrastructure, communications hubs and maritime vessels involved in supporting the Ukrainian army. The following were hit as a result of th»»»

Arab Finance: Capricorn Energy’s profit from its Egypt business operating segment rose to $36 million in the first half (H1) of 2026, up from $9 million in H1 2025, according to a press release. The company generated total revenue of $100 million from Egypt at the end of June 2026. Liquids sales co»»»

Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs H E Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani has said indirect talks between the United States and Iran held on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly have made “some positive progress”, expressing hope that diplomacy can ultimately reso»»»

Phased launch of Jeddah’s Terminal 4 to boost capacity to 15 million passengers King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah will begin the phased opening of Terminal 4 on Sunday, with selected airlines moving from existing terminals as part of a wider transition plan. Jeddah Airports Company sai»»»

Thailand is used to wet weather and September is the peak of the rainy season Bangkok: Thousands of Bangkok residents awoke in shelters on Sunday after flooding triggered by days of heavy rain in the Thai capital inundated homes and roads, with some starting to dry out their homes and belongings. N»»»

After two days in Paris where he drew hundreds of thousands of worshippers, Pope Leo XIV will continue his visit to France on Sunday in the southwestern pilgrimage town of Lourdes with a private meeting with victims of sexual abuse within the Catholic Church. Leo's four-day trip is the first o»»»

It is often forgotten that the Houthi militia dominating the world’s headlines began life several decades ago as a local movement born in the mountains of Saada, in north-west Yemen. Armed mainly with grievances, they vied with the Yemeni government. As their animosity grew, so too did their arsena»»»

Dubai Police warn motorists of congestion after crash on key Abu Dhabi route Dubai Police has issued a traffic alert following an accident on Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road on Sunday. The accident was reported before the Ras Al Khor exit in the direction of Abu Dhabi, with the incident causing traf»»»

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Saturday said there is no specific deadline for discussions on the possible transfer of Russian S-400 air defense systems to a third country. "We cannot know that [the timeline] at this point. When the discussions are completed, the public will be informed," »»»

Iran is awaiting a final response from the United States to be delivered via intermediaries regarding its proposals for the Strait of Hormuz, despite US President Donald Trump having publicly rejected them, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said. Trump said earlier that he had rejected the Ir»»»

Major US broadcasters will resume coverage of events featuring US President Donald Trump, The New York Times reported citing sources. After Trump decided to bar CNN and MSNBC from the White House, a number of broadcasters, including Fox News (a network generally supportive of him), as well as ABC, »»»

UAE experts weigh the career value of an MBA in a changing business landscape Dubai: For professionals considering an MBA in 2026, the biggest question may no longer be whether the qualification can lead to a higher salary, but what else it can deliver over the course of a career. An MBA remains on»»»

Saudi Arabia has taken precautionary measures amid the wider regional security situation The US-Iran conflict has entered another uncertain phase after US President Donald Trump rejected Iran’s proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days, while Washington steps up economic pressure on»»»

Arab Finance: Egypt plans to establish eight to nine new investment zones across its governorates over the next two to three years, Investment and Foreign Trade Minister Mohamed Farid said during talks with S&P Global Ratings. The initiative aims to attract investment, create jobs near population c»»»

Budapest is preparing for a major pedestrian-friendly transformation, with 200 new crossings, more accessible tram stops and safer residential streets among the goals of a newly approved long-term strategy. The Budapest General Assembly approved the city’s new pedestrian strategy on Friday, setting»»»

Khaled Al Hameidi Doha Rapid technological change, artificial intelligence (AI) and the accelerating flow of information are reshaping how young people learn, communicate and make decisions. Against this backdrop, Qatar Foundation has brought together more than 1,300 young people to explore how fai»»»

Darlene Regis Every creation tells a story. For Elegante Middle East, that story is woven with Filipino dreams, hard work, craftsmanship and a vision to make elegance accessible. What began in the Philippines in 2018 as a modest concept for “budgetarian brides” has grown into a Qatar-based venture »»»

Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah see disrupted schedules amid wider international suspensions UAE passengers are advised to check their flight status before travelling to the airport on Sunday, with delays and schedule changes reported at Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah airports. Flydubai and Air Arabia have»»»

On 30 September, the Budapest Court of Appeal will deliver a second-instance ruling in the criminal case of Simeon Trux — miraculously transformed into "Maja" — who, as a member of an international Antifa gang, went hunting for alleged "Nazis" for three days in February 2023. This was announced by »»»

New York state governor said the storm was bearing down on New York City and Long Island New York: Heavy rain and strong winds battered the northeastern United States on Saturday as an unusually powerful autumn storm intensified, leaving tens of thousands without power and US media reporting one pe»»»

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Red and orange fog alerts have been issued as visibility drops across parts of Abu Dhabi Heavy fog has reduced visibility across parts of Abu Dhabi, prompting authorities to activate 80km/h speed limits on several major roads. The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) issued fog alerts covering the »»»

Jiji Thomson’s claim triggers fresh resignation calls as poll body battles SIR controversy Dubai: A former Kerala chief secretary has alleged that Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar asked him to contest the 2019 Lok Sabha election as a BJP candidate, adding a new dimension to the contr»»»

Al Sila could reach 45°C, with fog or mist possible over coastal and inland areas Abu Dhabi: Temperatures could reach 45°C in parts of the UAE on Sunday, with humid conditions expected to bring another chance of fog or mist overnight and early Monday, according to the National Centre of Meteorology»»»

Police examine whether online posts helped burglars time raid while family was away Dubai: A social media influencer in southern India who regularly posted videos displaying gold jewellery, diamonds and bundles of cash has lost valuables worth nearly Rs10 million in a burglary — and police are now »»»

Digital threats demand smarter prevention and safeguards for individual rights Technology and digital innovation have transformed nearly every aspect of modern life. While these advancements have improved efficiency and accelerated progress, they have also created new avenues for criminal activity »»»

Spanish soldiers have been filmed beating migrants in the country’s North African enclave of Ceuta, according to videos released and verified by a local news outlet, amid a major migration crisis gripping the region. Since late July, Ceuta has been dealing with a migration crisis, after more than 7»»»

Tehran says plan had top backing, but neither side wants to surrender its leverage first Dubai: US President Donald Trump has rejected Iran’s proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days, even as Tehran revealed that the offer had been coordinated with Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei a»»»

Harare: Traditional rhythms filled the air in Zimbabwe's capital as musicians gathered to honor the mbira, an ancestral instrument deeply rooted in the nation's cultural heritage. The festival, held Friday night, comes amid growing efforts to promote the traditional musical practice that was inscri»»»

The Swiss government and parliament are urging voters to reject a proposal during an upcoming referendum that would strengthen the country’s neutrality policy by constraining Bern’s ability to impose unilateral sanctions. The motion is being pushed by pro-sovereignty politicians, who have criticize»»»

Baghdad: Iraq's inflation rate rose 3.3 percent in August from a year earlier, according to data from the Central Statistical Organization. According to data released on Saturday, Iraq's general consumer price index rose to about 110.9 points in August 2026, from 110.1 points in July, marking a mon»»»

A British tourist has drawn widespread online backlash after a viral TikTok video complaining about drink prices and menu options at a cafe near the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum in Poland, the site of a former Nazi death camp. At least 1.1 million people were murdered by Nazis at Auschwit»»»

QNA New York Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi on Saturday met separatelywith Minister of Foreign Affairs of Venezuela, Felix Plasencia; Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Francophonie of the Democratic »»»

Tribune News Network Aichi-Nagoya (Japan) Three-time champions Qatar booked their place in the men’s handball semi-finals at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games after overcoming Iran 31-25 in an absorbing quarter-final at the Kasugai City Gymnasium in Aichi Prefecture on Saturday. Favourites Qatar wi»»»

QNA New York Qatar participated in a high-level ministerial event titled “Shaping the Next 25 Years: Advancing Women’s Leadership in Peace and Security,” held on the margin of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. Director of the International Organizations Department»»»

QNA New York Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi has reiterated Qatar’s rejection of the systematic and illegal Israeli violations and measures aimed at altering the historical, legal and demographic character of occupied East Jer»»»

QNA New York The State of Qatar participated in a high-level meeting of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) Group of Friends. The event took place on the margins of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly. Director of the International Organizations Department at th»»»

QNA NEW YORK The State of Qatar participated in the fourth high-level meeting on the Global Development Initiative (GDI), held on the sidelines of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly in New York. Minister of State for International Cooperation HE Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad represe»»»

Hanane Djoua Behind every rule of war is a human being it was written to protect: a child asleep in a family home, a patient in a hospital, a doctor trying to keep that patient alive, or a family deciding whether a warning means they should leave — and, if so, where they can safely go. Internationa»»»

Tribune News Network New York City, US Educators, researchers and innovators, and policy experts from Qatar Foundation have opened up global conversations designed to identify solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges, and shared perspectives from Qatar on building a more inclusive, resilie»»»

QNA DOHA Chairman of Qatar Tourism HE Saad bin Ali Al Kharji, has said that Qatar’s tourism sector has had a journey marked by progress, resilience, and transformation throughout 2026. In a statement marking World Tourism Day 2026, he added, “World Tourism Day provides an opportunity to reflect on »»»

Tribune News Network New York City One year on from its launch at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, the Global Autism Advocacy Coalition – founded by Qatar Foundation, Autism Speaks, and UNICEF, with support from the World Health Organization – has returned to the internation»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Themes of resilience in the face of challenges, unlocking creativity, and how changing our behaviours can have broader impact on the world were placed in the spotlight for young Muslims to discuss and reflect on during the first day of Qatar Foundation’s QIYADA conference.»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Faith, identity, leadership and the challenges of today’s ever-shifting world have been explored by over 1,300 young Muslims from across Qatar alongside scholars, educators, thought leaders and other inspiring voices at the second edition of Qatar Foundation’s QIYADA confe»»»