Ashraf Siddiqui Doha Japan is committed to deepening and diversifying strategic partnership with Qatar, Japan’s Foreign Ministry Press Secretary Jan Kitamura Toshihiro has said.In an exclusive interview with Qatar Tribune on the sidelines of the media briefing on Japan’s Foreign Minister Toshimitsu»»»

Hanane Djoua Doha At Georgetown University in Qatar on Tuesday evening, the late Ottoman Empire emerged not as a distant historical abstraction but as a lens through which to reconsider modernity, identity, and power in the Middle East. The occasion marked the inaugural lecture of Lusail Museum Con»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Airways Group employees in Doha and outstations came together for the annual “Think Pink” legacy campaign for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, focused on education, wellbeing and meaningful community contribution.Now in its tenth year, this year’s efforts brought emplo»»»

Tribune News Network Doha With generous support from donors in Qatar, Qatar Charity (QC) concluded its ‘Compassionate Hearts’ initiative in Mogadishu, the capital of Somalia. The initiative aimed to perform surgeries to repair congenital heart defects in children. The closing ceremony was attended »»»

QNA Doha Minister of Environment and Climate Change HE Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie launched the State of the Environment Report for the State of Qatar 2025 on Tuesday. The report dealt with the current environmental conditions in Qatar, highlighting key challenges and achievement»»»

QNA Doha Deputy Speaker of the Shura Council HE Dr. Hamda bint Hassan Al Sulaiti has affirmed that Qatar’s hosting of the 298th session of the IPU Executive Committee comes within its firm approach, under the leadership of the Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani to support multilatera»»»

Ashraf Siddiqui Doha Japan is committed to deepening and diversifying strategic partnership with Qatar, Japan’s Foreign Ministry Press Secretary Jan Kitamura Toshihiro has said.In an exclusive interview with Qatar Tribune on the sidelines of the media briefing on Japan’s Foreign Minister Toshimitsu»»»

Jan. 13 (UPI) -- A bear that was finally evicted from underneath a California house after several months may have found a new home underneath another house nearby. The bear, which had been visiting Ken Johnson's Altadena home since at least April, was finally evicted from the crawlspace underneath »»»

Matexi Polska increased its sales in 2025, signing 362 developer contracts, up about 14% y/y. The company delivered 439 apartments to customers, a 55% rise compared with 2024. Sales were concentrated in Warsaw (262 units) and Kraków (100). CEO Mirosław Bednarek described 2025 as challenging, noting»»»

Ronson Development reported solid operating results in the fourth quarter of 2025. The company sold 192 apartments and delivered 133 units to customers during the quarter. Sales were led by the Ursus Centralny, Między Drzewami and Zielono Mi projects, while most handovers took place in Zielono Mi, »»»

According to a report by PMR Market Experts (Hume’s Institute), the value of Poland’s modular construction market is expected to rise to PLN 4.6 bln in 2025 from PLN 4.4 bln in 2024, and could reach PLN 7.2 bln by 2030. After a slight 1.3% y/y decline in 2024, growth is set to resume, supported by »»»

Poland’s Council of Ministers has adopted a draft amendment to the laws governing investment funds and trading in financial instruments, continuing the government’s deregulatory agenda, according to the Ministry of Finance. The reform removes the obligation for non-public closed-end investment fund»»»

More than 2,000 people have been killed during the violent crackdown by security forces on protests in Iran, a human rights group has said, as President Trump promised Iranians that help was "on its way". The US-based Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA) reported that it had so far confirmed »»»

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For the first time in three years U.S. greenhouse gas emissions increased in 2025, climbing by 2.4% as federal policy shifts back to fossil fuels. File Photo by Tannen Maury/UPI | License Photo Jan. 13 (UPI) -- For the first time in three years annual U.S. greenhouse gas emissions increased, climbi»»»

Bill and Hillary Clinton have refused to testify in a Republican-controlled congressional committee's investigation into convicted sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein, accusing Republican chair James Comer of leading a partisan campaign against them.  Former US President Bill Clinton and former Sec»»»

US President Donald Trump told Iranian protesters on Tuesday that “help is on its way” as he weighed options to punish Tehran for its brutal crackdown. As the threat of military action looms, analysts say Trump's inclination for one-off strikes means he&»»»

Jan. 13 (UPI) -- Scott Adams, the creator of the "Dilbert" comic, has died after a months-long battle with prostate cancer, his family announced Tuesday. Adams announced his prostate cancer diagnosis in May and said then that he had only months left to live. "Unfortunately, this isn't good news. He»»»

European gas prices have surged sharply, rising by more than 7%, driven by forecasts of colder weather over the next two weeks in both Europe and Asia. Benchmark gas contracts in Amsterdam (ICE Dutch TTF) climbed to €32.40 per MWh, marking a 14% increase over the last three sessions. Analysts warn »»»

The Trump administration is ending Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Somali immigrants, making it easier to deport thousands of people from the US. "Country conditions in Somalia have improved to the point that it no longer meets the law's requirement," Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem sa»»»

Videos verified by the FRANCE 24 Observers team show dozens of bodies at a morgue in Kahrizak, south of Tehran, following deadly anti-regime protests. Accounts sent by our Observers underscore the severity of the crackdown and the difficult conditions faced by those trying to treat injured proteste»»»

Activists protest the Wednesday shooting death of Renee Good in Minneapolis at Pershing Square in Los Angeles on Saturday. Thousands converged in Minneapolis and across the country following federal officer-involved shootings of Good in Minneapolis on Wednesday and two others in Portland on Thursda»»»

U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem announced Tuesday that Somalis in the United States with temporary protected status must leave the country by March 17. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Jan. 13 (UPI) -- The Trump administration said Tuesday it's ending the temporary prot»»»

Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has overseen the deaths of at least 1,850 anti-government protesters across Iran since December 28, and President Donald Trump on Tuesday told protesters that help is coming. Photo by Iranian Leader's Press Office/UPI | License Photo Jan. 13 (UPI) -- President Don»»»

Doha, Qatar: Adviser to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majid bin Mohammed Al Ansari affirmed that the State of Qatar is working in coordination with its mediation partners to expedite reaching the second phase of the ceasefire agreement in the G»»»

ED – this is bne IntelliNews's annual Brazil OUTLOOK 2026 for the upcoming year, where we make a forward-looking assessment for all of the major Global Emerging Markets in Emerging Europe, Asia, Latin America, Africa and the Middle East, drawing on insightful reporting from our bureaus around the w»»»

ED – this is bne IntelliNews's annual Brazil OUTLOOK 2026 for the upcoming year, where we make a forward-looking assessment for all of the major Global Emerging Markets in Emerging Europe, Asia, Latin America, Africa and the Middle East, drawing on insightful reporting from our bureaus around the w»»»

ED – this is bne IntelliNews's annual Brazil OUTLOOK 2026 for the upcoming year, where we make a forward-looking assessment for all of the major Global Emerging Markets in Emerging Europe, Asia, Latin America, Africa and the Middle East, drawing on insightful reporting from our bureaus around the w»»»

ED – this is bne IntelliNews's annual Brazil OUTLOOK 2026 for the upcoming year, where we make a forward-looking assessment for all of the major Global Emerging Markets in Emerging Europe, Asia, Latin America, Africa and the Middle East, drawing on insightful reporting from our bureaus around the w»»»

ED – this is bne IntelliNews's annual Brazil OUTLOOK 2026 for the upcoming year, where we make a forward-looking assessment for all of the major Global Emerging Markets in Emerging Europe, Asia, Latin America, Africa and the Middle East, drawing on insightful reporting from our bureaus around the w»»»

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar announced Israel's immediate withdrawal from seven United Nations agencies, citing alleged anti-Israel bias and "ineffective bureaucracy" as primary reasons for the decision. The agenc»»»

The U.S. Supreme Court is hearing oral arguments Tuesday in a case challenging state laws that ban transgender girls and women from participating in women’s sports programs. File Photo by Annabelle Gordon/UPI | License Photo Jan. 13 (UPI) -- The U.S. Supreme Court was scheduled to hear oral argumen»»»

A 100MW green hydrogen project in Egypt’s Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZONE) has commenced partial production and started exporting to European and United States markets, according to a government statement released on Tuesday. Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly met with a consortium led by Norway’s Sc»»»

Doha, Qatar: The sixth edition of the Katara International Kahraman Exhibition opened on Tuesday at Katara Hall (Building 12), bringing together premium amber (Kahraman) products from around the world. Running until January 16, the exhibition features exhibitors from 13 countries across 82 booths, »»»

Tunis, Jan. 13 (TAP) - Prime Minister Sarra Zaafrani Zenzri presided on Tuesday, at the Government Palace in Kasbah, over a small Cabinet meeting focused on the state’s social policy in housing and the executive plan for building and allocating...»»»

A radio frequency malfunction which caused a partial shutdown in flights across Greece for hours soon after New Year’s Day was due to outdated systems rather than external interference, according to the findings of a probe made public Tuesday. The Infrastructure and Transport Ministry said a commit»»»

The Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) presented part of its 2025 annual awards at a ceremony held on Tuesday at the Chamber’s headquarters. A bronze statuette of Hermes by sculptor Stavri Kalinov, a plaque and a diploma were awarded to a foreign ambassador, a foreign trade represent»»»

Members of the Bolivian Workers' Union, or COB), participate in a march in La Paz on Thursday. Centrist Rodrigo Paz marks two months in office in Bolivia amid a simmering conflict over the decree that withdrew fuel subsidies in the country, which is opposed mainly by labor unions and peasant groups»»»

The political clash over Sofia’s ongoing waste crisis deepened on Tuesday as more parties called for Mayor Vasil Terziev to resign, while he defended his record, urging citizens to manage their own waste responsibly and framing the disruptions within the context of upcoming elections. Also, the Cit»»»

Dubai: Kuwait will begin phasing out private schools operating in residential neighborhoods, with closures set to take effect by the end of the 2027-2028 academic year, due to the growing concerns over urban planning, traffic congestion and quality of life in densely populated areas. The decision, »»»

GERB leader Boyko Borissov said Tuesday that unlike other party leaders who call for the resignation of Sofia Mayor Vasil Terziev over an ongoing waste crisis, he believes Terziev should remain in office until the end of his term so that people can see "what happens when Continue the Change and Yes»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has signed contracts with a new group of Palestinian doctors approved for HH the Amir's Scholarship Program for Postgraduate Medical Studies in Qatar and honored doctors who successfully completed their subspecialty programs during 2025. This initiativ»»»

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed the Argentine repayment of $2.5 billion in a post on X. “Stabilizing a strong ally and generating tens of millions in gains for Americans is a major achievement of the America First initiative,,” he wrote. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo BUENOS AI»»»

Jan. 12 (UPI) -- A zoo in Poland shared video of a tiny muntjac deer facing off with a massive -- and luckily patient -- rhinoceros. The Wroclaw Zoo in Poland posted a video to Instagram showing the small Chinese deer, named Mundzak, in a standoff with a rhinoceros named Maruska in the enclosure th»»»

Port Said – Sky Ports Group for Shipping and Stevedoring has announced the commencement of construction for a bulk cement export terminal within its multi-purpose terminal at East Port Said Port, with total investments of $50m. The project aims to enhance Egyptian cement exports and access new inte»»»

Contact, a leading provider of non-banking financial services in Egypt, has signed a memorandum of understanding with Al Safy Group to establish a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing the financing experience through innovative, technology-driven financial solutions. The partnership introduces,»»»

DL Invest Group (DLIG) has become the largest shareholder in London-listed Abrdn European Logistics Income (ASLI), acquiring an 18% stake, and plans to build a pan-European REIT focused on logistics assets and data centers. Following a EUR 350 million eurobond issue in 2025, DLIG intends to take ov»»»

Stellantis will begin talks with trade unions on 14 January about cutting jobs at its car plant in Tychy, Poland, including the elimination of one production shift. The move mainly affects workers on temporary contracts, though some employees may transfer to other Stellantis facilities in Poland. T»»»

Abu Dhabi: The World Bank expects the UAE economy to grow by 5 per cent in 2026, rising to 5.1 per cent in 2027, according to its latest Global Economic Prospects report released today. The report says the global economy is proving more resilient than anticipated, despite persistent trade tensions »»»

Two women have accused the Spanish singer Julio Iglesias of sexually assaulting them while they were working for him and allege that he "normalised abuse" in a coercive, threatening and violent environment. The allegations, made in reports by Spanish news site elDiario.es and US outlet Univision, a»»»