Doha, Qatar: In the spirit of the Holy Month of Ramadan, Al Asmakh Mall and Barwa Plaza Mall unveiled their exclusive “Shop & Win” campaign, giving shoppers the chance to win gold worth QR50,000, sponsored by Malabar Gold and Diamonds. As part of this special Ramadan initiative, 12 fortunate winner»»»

Criminals who are suspected to be making bombs on a rooftop in a Bhubaneswar, India, airfield turned into victims of their own handy work on January 27, reported Times of India. Sehnawaz Malik, 26, who had a long rap sheet and his mother, 51-year-old Lizatun Bibi, suffered critical injuries when th»»»

Bulgaria remains at the bottom of the European Union in terms of minimum wage, lagging behind not only EU neighbors but also countries outside the bloc such as Turkey, Serbia, and Albania. This was highlighted by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Atanas Atanasov, Chairman of the National Statistical Institute (NSI)»»»

Doha, Qatar: Safari Hypermarket, one of Doha’s leading hypermarket chains, has announced the winners of the second draw of its mega promotion, Shop & Drive – Win 30 Bestune Cars. The draw happened on February 15 at Safari Hypermarket, Al Khor, in the presence of representatives from the Qatar Minis»»»

Undersecretary of the Ministry of Interior H E Abdullah bin Khalaf bin Hattab Al Kaabi met with Under Secretary of Commerce for Industry and Security of the United States of America H E Jeffrey I Kessler. During the meeting, they reviewed cooperation relations in areas of mutual relevance and discu»»»

Doha, Qatar: On the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan, The Diplomatic Club extends its warmest greetings and best wishes to its valued members and guests, wishing them and their loved ones a month filled with blessings, prosperity, and peace. Strategically located in the heart of West Bay, The »»»

Doha, Qatar: The American School of Doha (ASD) Parent Teacher Association (PTA) successfully held its annual Friendship Festival, a signature event that beautifully celebrated the “One ASD Family” spirit. The festival serves as a primary community gathering, bringing together students, faculty, and»»»

US President Donald Trump said Sunday that members of his Board of Peace have pledged more than $5 billion to reconstruct Gaza. File Photo by World Economic Forum/Benedikt von Loebel/UPI | License Photo Feb. 16 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump said member states of his newly created Board of Peace h»»»

Doha: Qatar’s Ministry of Culture has announced plans to organise a week-long cultural trip to Shanghai for children aged 10 to 15, as part of efforts to broaden young people’s global exposure. The visit, scheduled for March 22-28, is being arranged by the Nomas Centre and will include tours of mus»»»

Sydney: Australian police have recovered a trove of stolen Egyptian artefacts and charged a 52-year-old man with a nighttime smash-and-grab at a museum. The man was accused of breaking a window and making off with the priceless treasures in the early hours of Friday from the Abbey Museum of Art and»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Katara Cultural Village Foundation has announced the organisation of its 15th Holy Quran Memorisation Competition for the holy month of Ramadan 2026. The competition will be held from February 22 to March 5, 2026, at the Katara Mosque, immediately after the Asr prayer. This initiat»»»

Israeli occupation forces continue their attacks on civilian areas and facilities in southern Lebanon, in violation of the ceasefire agreement signed with Lebanon in November 2024. This morning, an Israeli drone targeted a car in the town of Hanin, according to a report by Al-Manar TV. In another a»»»

Doha: In presence of Minister of State for Interior Affairs H E Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Faisal bin Mohammed Al-Thani, the Police Academy organised a certificate award ceremony for the second batch of Diploma in Police Sciences (male and female) graduates at the Police Institute, and the first batch of»»»

Doha, Qatar: Several municipalities have announced that they have stepped up their readiness for the holy month of Ramadan through conducting surveillance inspections on food enterprises nationwide. As such, Doha Municipality steps up its surveillance plan on all food and health enterprises by carr»»»

Doha, Qatar: As part of efforts to enhance the efficiency and regulation of the real estate sector in the State, the Cabinet approved the transfer of the Real Estate Brokerage Department from the Ministry of Justice to the General Authority for Real Estate Regulation. This strategic step aims to de»»»

Doha, Qatar: Dukhan Bank announced the names of the most recent round of draw winners for Thara’a, its Shariah compliant savings account, at the Bank’s headquarters. The draw was conducted on 4 February 2026, under the supervision of a representative of the qualitative license and market control de»»»

The International Astronomy Center has confirmed that the crescent marking the end of Shaaban 1447 AH was photographed from Abu Dhabi by the Khatm Astronomical Observatory, affiliated with the Center. Also Read: How the UAE determines the first day of Ramadan each yearThe crescent was captured on M»»»

The road to Ksiaz Castle feels almost too peaceful. Forested hills roll off into the distance, yew trees as far as the eye can see. And then a colossal building rears up over the landscape of Lower Silesia — dramatic and impossible to ignore. Part Baroque palace, part Renaissance fortress, Poland’s»»»

Doha, : Qatar International Islamic Bank (QIIB) has marked a significant new milestone by securing two prestigious accolades at the International Finance Awards 2025, further strengthening its distinguished track record of excellence and reaffirming its position as a leading institution in the regi»»»

Doha, Qatar: Al Duhail SC face a must-win challenge as they prepare to take on Al Shorta SC at Al Zawraa Stadium, knowing victory is vital to keep their hopes alive in the AFC Champions League (ACL) Elite. The Qatari side are currently seventh in the standings on eight points, level with domestic r»»»

Doha: Minister of Social Development and Family, H E Buthaina bint Ali Al Jabr Al Nuaimi, participated in the 45th session of the Arab women committee, chaired by the State of Qatar, held on February 10-11, 2026, which was held virtually, with the participation of Their Excellencies ministers from »»»

Doha, Qatar: Cristo Gonzalez delivered a superb hat-trick to inspire Umm Salal to a 4-2 comeback victory over Al Ahli in the concluding Round of 16 fixture of the Amir Cup at Abdullah bin Khalifa Stadium yesterday. Al Ahli, coached by Younes Ali, broke the deadlock in the 37th minute through Erik E»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Mitsubishi Xpander is a versatile 7-seat SUV that offers comfort, functionality, quality and value for money. Customers can explore the at Qatar Automobiles Company, the authorized general distributor of Mitsubishi Motors in Qatar, at its showrooms on Salwa road in Doha and Alkhor.»»»

Doha, Qatar: Swissôtel Doha Corniche Park Towers marks its first Ramadan season in Doha with the introduction of Nasmah, a new Ramadan tent at The Quarter. Inspired by the spirit of the Holy Month and reimagined through Swissôtel’s refined approach to hospitality, Nasmah presents a thoughtfully cur»»»

Russia has repeatedly said that Western arms supplies to Ukraine hinder the resolution of the military conflict and make NATO countries a party to the crisis. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has warned that any cargo containing weapons for Ukraine will be a legitimate target for the Russian »»»

Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF) CEO Kirill Dmitriev, who is also the special presidential representative for investment and economic cooperation with foreign countries, said that the foundation of US billionaire Bill Gates promoted inferior vaccines and hindered the use of the best ones, whic»»»

A fatal traffic accident occurred near Teplye Klyuchi recreation area near Bishkek on February 15 at approximately 4.30 p.m. A car veered off the road and plunged into a cliff, ending up in the river below. Three people are believed to have died as a result. Witnesses reported that the driver alleg»»»

Doha, Qatar: ExxonMobil Qatar has launched its Public Village stand at the Qatar ExxonMobil Open 2026, running from today until February 21. Returning for its second year as an ATP 500 event after earning ‘Tournament of the Year’ in its debut season, the tournament promises another world-class expe»»»

Manila: Two sitting Philippine senators, among others, have been identified as “co-perpetrators” in the "crimes against humanity" case against former president Rodrigo Duterte at the International Criminal Court (ICC), according to prosecution documents dated February 13 and released publicly late »»»

Doha, Qatar: Old Doha Port has unveiled the iconic “La Menina” sculpture by Spanish artist Antonio Azzato, painted by Qatari artist Muna Al Bader, in the presence of Ambassador of Spain H E Álvaro Renedo, and CEO of Old Doha Port Eng. Mohammed Abdulla Al Mulla. Inspired by Las Meninas by Diego Velá»»»

Doha, Qatar: The world’s top two players, Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, yesterday made their intentions clear ahead of the Qatar ExxonMobil Open, which kicks off today at the Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex. The world No. 1 Alcaraz, who is making his second appearance in the tou»»»

Doha, Qatar: Lusail International Circuit (LIC) unveiled the Formula 1 Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix 2026 Show Car, in line with early bird ticket offers, showcasing its striking new livery. The 2026 car reflects Formula 1’s new era of racing, ahead of ticket sales opening for the milestone fifth »»»

Gold prices dropped on Monday, pressured by thin trading volumes as US and China markets remained shut due to local public holidays, while some traders booked profits after last session's 2.5% jump. Spot gold fell 1.1% to $4,986.32 per ounce by 0550 GMT. US gold futures for April delivery lost 0.8%»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Drama Theatre at the Katara Cultural Village Foundation hosted a special musical evening last Friday entitled “An Evening with Rona Nishliu Quartet – Pearls of Albanian Music.” The performance, a harmonious blend of melodies and captivating presence, reflected the richness and auth»»»

Doha, Qatar: Data storytelling can fundamentally reshape how students understand and use information, empowering them to become active participants in decision-making rather than passive recipients of knowledge, according to Associate Dean for Community Engagement at College of Public Policy (CPP) »»»

Doha, Qatar: Winners of the 19th Qatar Education Excellence Award have pledged to channel their achievements into serving their country, emphasizing that the honour inspires them not only to pursue personal excellence but also to contribute to Qatar’s development and future success. From university»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Halal Festival 2026, which ends today (February 16), has continued to draw strong crowds and widespread participation, reaffirming its status as one of the country’s most distinctive cultural and commercial showcases. Held at Katara Cultural Village, the festival continues to»»»

Ukrainian forces attempted a large-scale drone attack on Russia's Bryansk Region from early Sunday morning, with 120 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) destroyed, regional Governor Alexander Bogomaz said. Russia's Bryansk Region has experienced the most powerful and massive UAV attack, with energy inf»»»

For decades Americans have wondered about the existence of aliens and the mysterious desert holding facility Area 51, and now Barack Obama – after two terms as president – has finally given an answer. “They're real, but I haven't seen them, and they're not being kept in – what is it?” Obama said, s»»»

Chairman of Yemen’s Presidential Leadership Council Dr. Rashad al-Alimi sought at the Munich Security Conference to frame his country’s crisis as an international security issue. He met several American and European officials and global leaders to underscore to them that the conflict in Yemen is no»»»

North Korea said Monday it completed a new housing district in Pyongyang for families of North Korean soldiers killed while fighting alongside Russian forces in Ukraine, the latest effort by leader Kim Jong Un to honor the war dead. According to The Associated Press, state media photos showed Kim J»»»

As artificial intelligence evolves at a blistering pace, world leaders and thousands of other delegates will discuss how to handle the technology at the AI Impact Summit, which opens Monday in New Delhi. Here are five big issues on the agenda: Also In This Package Everything Nvidia announced at CES»»»

Education with Purpose Doha British School has delivered British education in Qatar since 1997. Guided by the belief that every learner can achieve, DBS places equal importance on academic success, personal growth, and student wellbeing. An Education Defined by Vision DBS aims to be a vibrant, welc»»»

Oil traded little changed on Monday, with investors weighing the market implications of upcoming US-Iran talks aimed at de-escalating tensions against a backdrop of expected OPEC+ supply increases. Brent crude futures edged up 3 cents to $67.78 a barrel by 0358 GMT. US West Texas Intermediate crude»»»

US President Donald Trump on Sunday urged Hamas to move forward with disarmament under his plan for postwar Gaza, and also stated that the Board of Peace has pledged more than $5 billion in aid for Gaza. "Very importantly, Hamas must uphold its commitment to Full and Immediate Demilitarization," Tr»»»

The Council of Arab Ministers of Housing and Reconstruction announced Saudi Arabia’s election as President of the Executive Office of the council for the 2026-2027 term during its 42nd session held in Doha. During the meeting, the council also approved the theme for Arab Housing Day 2026, proposed »»»

The first-ever summit between the Republic of Korea and the Central Asian states will be held on September 16-17, 2026. Foreign Minister Cho Hyun announced during a preparatory meeting in Seoul. The leaders of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, and Tajikistan will participate in the »»»

Dubai: Dubai gold prices fell sharply on Monday morning, slipping below the key Dh600 level after holding above it through much of the past week, reflecting global profit-taking and calmer trading conditions in bullion markets. (Check latest UAE gold prices here, alongside prices in Saudi Arabia, O»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MECC), represented by the Environmental Monitoring and Inspection Department, organised a symposium yesterday entitled “Improving Air Quality and Supporting Environmental Sustainability in Qatar,” bringing together government officials, i»»»

Doha, Qatar: Undersecretary of the Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE) H E Dr. Ibrahim bin Saleh Al Nuaimi (pictured) highlighted the great and widespread attention given by the wise leadership to the Qatar Education Excellence Award (QEEA) as well as the increasing participation fro»»»