From behind bars, Aung San Suu Kyi casts a long shadow over Myanmar
As of Wednesday the Burmese democracy campaigner Aung San Suu Kyi will have spent a total of 20 years in detention in Myanmar, five of them since her government was overthrown by a military coup in February 2021. Almost nothing is known about her state of health, or the conditions she is living in,»»»
Denmark to deploy more troops to Greenland – media
Copenhagen has begun deploying additional military assets to Greenland amid the escalating row with the US over the island, Danish broadcaster DR reported on Wednesday, citing sources. Denmark has already sent in an advance command to the island, as US President Donald Trump has shown increasing in»»»
My UAE road trip: Why I chose to take frequent breaks on a long drive
Dubai: Long drives have a way of lulling even the most enthusiastic drivers into a false sense of ease. When the road stretches straight as a ramrod and the scenery barely changes, all that’s left to do is grip the steering wheel and stare into a horizon that never seems to end. Add late-night hour»»»
Denmark warns of 'fundamental disagreement' after White House talks on Greenland
Denmark's foreign minister has said there is a "fundamental disagreement" with the US over Greenland after talks at the White House. Lars Lokke Rasmussen said the meeting with Vice-President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Wednesday had been "frank but constructive". But he added tha»»»
Amaal Malik hails Shashwat Sachdev’s Dhurandhar score as game-changer for Indian film music
Dubai: Music composer and Bigg Boss contestant Amaal Malik told Gulf News that Dhurandhar’s background music is 'simply insane', crowning it one of the most impactful works in recent Hindi cinema. “I’ve not got a chance to see the movie, but I’ve heard the whole score tracks, so I can imagine what »»»
Nasa astronauts begin 'bittersweet' medical evacuation from space station
Four astronauts have left the International Space Station a month early, in the first medical evacuation since the station was put into Earth's orbit in 1998. The astronauts, known as Crew 11, are expected to splash down off the coast of California in the early hours of Thursday local time. Their j»»»
Danish official cites 'fundamental disagreement' with US over Greenland after White House meeting
Greenland and Denmark on Wednesday said they “agreed to disagree” with US diplomats after a “frank, constructive” discussion at the White House on US President Donald Trump’s desire to acquire the autonomous territory. A top Danish official said Wednesday that a “fundamental disagreement” over Gree»»»
Trump administration freezes visa processing for 75 nations - UPI.com
President Donald Trump on Wednesday had his administration stop all processing of visa applications by people from 75 nations that he says likely will need public assistance. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Jan. 14 (UPI) -- The Trump administration has paused all visa-processing services f»»»
Eye on Africa - Uganda shuts down internet ahead of election
In tonight's edition: A week after Ugandan authorities denied plans to shut down internet access during this week's presidential election, public online access is blocked for millions of voters. Also, Ghana gains over 500 new citizens as the latest eager cohort of diasporic visitors celebrate »»»
Entre Nous - French bistros and cafés: Should they get UNESCO intangible heritage status?
In this edition of Entre Nous we dive into the bid to make France's bistros and cafés part of UNESCO's intangible cultural heritage list. We discuss how the bistrot got its name and how they are different from brasseries, bouillons and restaurants. We also discuss how alcohol consumption and wine's»»»
Marine Le Pen changes her defence strategy
Today marks the second day of Marine Le Pen’s appeal trial, a pivotal moment for the French far-right leader, who was convicted last spring of embezzling EU funds, a ruling that currently prevents her from running for president next year. The outcome of this appeal is critical to her political futu»»»
IRGC Warns of Decisive Response to Miscalculations by US, ‘Israel’
The Chief Commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has warned the United States, Israel, and their Daesh-style mercenaries that any miscalculation will be met with a decisive and crushing response. In a statement, Major General Mohammad Pakpour said the IRGC remains at the highest»»»
Reza Pahlavi, son of Iran's deposed shah, positions himself as an alternative to the regime
In Tehran, some protesters have begun to chant the name of the son of the last shah of Iran. Living in exile in the US for more than four decades, Reza Pahlavi has continued to call for US-backed regime change and has built a growing group of supporters across social media and in the streets. But t»»»
Al Attiyah reclaims overall Dakar lead in stage 10
Tribune News Network Riyadh Qatar’s Nasser Al Attiyah reclaimed the overall lead on Stage 10 of the Dakar Rally 2026 around Bisha on Wednesday even as Mathieu Serradori delivered a breakthrough victory for Century. The 420km test formed the second leg of the marathon stage, with crews forced to rac»»»
QRCS, humanitarian partners discuss jointefforts to augment Afghan health services
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) and the Gates Foundation have co-organised the Afghanistan Humanitarian Partners Workshop, with over 55 in-person and virtual participants from government institutions, UN agencies, the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, in»»»
NHRC to host fourth national forum on January 20 and 21
QNA Doha The National Human Rights Committee (NHRC) will hold its fourth national forum on January 20 and 21, under the theme “Human Rights at the Core of Combating Drugs: Challenges and Prospects for Sustainable Solutions”. The forum will convene in collaboration with the Ministry of Social Develo»»»
Msheireb Museums hosts screening of Australian-Qatari pearling documentary
Tribune News Network Doha Msheireb Museums, in partnership with Qatar Television and the Australian Embassy in Doha, successfully hosted a screening of the documentary film ‘Al Nayla: A Journey to the Depths of Sea and the Secrets of Extracting Oysters and Pearls from the Coast of Australia’. The e»»»
Decision issued to regulate off-plan sales procedures
QNA Doha Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs HE Ibrahim bin Ali Al Mohannadi issued a decision regulating the Preliminary Real Estate Register, defining its data and procedures. This is part of the executive measures of Law No. 6 of 2014 regulating the real estate sector a»»»
15th QIFF kicks off with global culinary showcase
Hanane Djoua Doha The 15th edition of the Qatar International Food Festival (QIFF) officially opened on Tuesday evening at the 974 Stadium Precinct, one of the iconic venues of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, marking the start of 10 days of culinary celebrations running until January 24. Speaking at»»»
Decision regulating Real Estate Register to boost investment: Aqarat chairman
QNA Doha Chairman of the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (Aqarat) Khalid Ahmed Saleh Al Obaidli has affirmed that the Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs’ issuance of the decision regulating the Preliminary Real Estate Register, defining its data and procedures, enhances »»»
Hungary sets parliamentary election date
Hungary’s president announced on Tuesday that the next parliamentary election will be held on April 12th. Although the official campaign begins in a month, the race is already shaping up to be the most competitive in a generation, with polls showing a tight contest between current Prime Minister Vi»»»
The Debate - Why Greenland? Trump ups pressure as Denmark dispatches top diplomat
No Oval Office made-for-TV drama as U-S vice president JD Vance joined U-S Secretary of State Marco Rubio and the foreign ministers of Greenland and Denmark. We'll ask about renewed pressure by the Trump administration on Copenhagen to hand over that Arctic dependency. How intent is the U-S on seiz»»»
QU hosts workshop on employability and future talent
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar University’s (QU) College of Business and Economics, in collaboration with QU’s Office of International Affairs, recently organised a high-level workshop titled “Employability in Transition: Building Qatar’s Competitive Advantage through Talent.” The workshop brought»»»
QC opens office, lays foundation for educational complex in Mauritania
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Charity (QC) has inaugurated its new office in Nouakchott and laid the foundation stone for the Sheikhah Aisha bint Hamad bin Abdullah Al Thani Islamic Complex, during a recent visit by its delegation to Mauritania. The delegation also held high-level meetings to enh»»»
Wifaq Center wins int’l awardin social responsibility sector
QNA Doha Wifaq Family Consulting Center, member of Qatar Foundation for Social Work, has won the international award for the most community giving institutions (Ataa) in recognition of its outstanding contributions to social responsibility and active role in supporting family cohesion and promoting»»»
QSFA unveils over 800 community events for National Sport Day
During the conference, QSFA unveiled its 2026 calendar, which includes more than 800 community sports events. QSFA Executive Director Abdullah Al Dosari reviewed key achievements from 2025, noting that community sports events attracted 215,506 participants across all regions of the country, from no»»»
UN recognises Qatar’s Digital Agenda 2030 as a global best practice in digital transformation
Tribune News Network Doha In a significant milestone reflecting the State of Qatar’s leadership in digital transformation, the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UNDESA) has included the Digital Agenda 2030 in its global compendium of best practices in digital government and »»»
US freezes immigrant visa processing for 75 countries including Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan
The United States will freeze immigrant visa processing for 75 countries starting on January 21 as part of efforts to prevent applicants deemed likely to rely on public benefits from entering the country, Fox News Digital reported on January 14. »»»
US freezes immigrant visa processing for 75 countries including Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan
The United States will freeze immigrant visa processing for 75 countries starting on January 21 as part of efforts to prevent applicants deemed likely to rely on public benefits from entering the country, Fox News Digital reported on January 14. »»»
US freezes immigrant visa processing for 75 countries including Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan
The United States will freeze immigrant visa processing for 75 countries starting on January 21 as part of efforts to prevent applicants deemed likely to rely on public benefits from entering the country, Fox News Digital reported on January 14. »»»
US freezes immigrant visa processing for 75 countries including Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan
The United States will freeze immigrant visa processing for 75 countries starting on January 21 as part of efforts to prevent applicants deemed likely to rely on public benefits from entering the country, Fox News Digital reported on January 14. »»»
World’s sinking river deltas put over 236mn people at risk
Some of the world’s most densely populated river deltas are sinking faster than sea levels are rising, exposing more than 236mn people to growing flood risk, according to a major international study published on January 14. »»»
US freezes immigrant visa processing for 75 countries including Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan
The United States will freeze immigrant visa processing for 75 countries starting on January 21 as part of efforts to prevent applicants deemed likely to rely on public benefits from entering the country, Fox News Digital reported on January 14. »»»
US freezes immigrant visa processing for 75 countries including Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan
The United States will freeze immigrant visa processing for 75 countries starting on January 21 as part of efforts to prevent applicants deemed likely to rely on public benefits from entering the country, Fox News Digital reported on January 14. »»»
World’s sinking river deltas put over 236mn people at risk
Some of the world’s most densely populated river deltas are sinking faster than sea levels are rising, exposing more than 236mn people to growing flood risk, according to a major international study published on January 14. »»»
US freezes immigrant visa processing for 75 countries including Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan
The United States will freeze immigrant visa processing for 75 countries starting on January 21 as part of efforts to prevent applicants deemed likely to rely on public benefits from entering the country, Fox News Digital reported on January 14. »»»
World’s sinking river deltas put over 236mn people at risk
Some of the world’s most densely populated river deltas are sinking faster than sea levels are rising, exposing more than 236mn people to growing flood risk, according to a major international study published on January 14. »»»
US freezes immigrant visa processing for 75 countries including Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan
The United States will freeze immigrant visa processing for 75 countries starting on January 21 as part of efforts to prevent applicants deemed likely to rely on public benefits from entering the country, Fox News Digital reported on January 14. »»»
US freezes immigrant visa processing for 75 countries including Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan
The United States will freeze immigrant visa processing for 75 countries starting on January 21 as part of efforts to prevent applicants deemed likely to rely on public benefits from entering the country, Fox News Digital reported on January 14. »»»
US freezes immigrant visa processing for 75 countries including Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan
The United States will freeze immigrant visa processing for 75 countries starting on January 21 as part of efforts to prevent applicants deemed likely to rely on public benefits from entering the country, Fox News Digital reported on January 14. »»»
World’s sinking river deltas put over 236mn people at risk
Some of the world’s most densely populated river deltas are sinking faster than sea levels are rising, exposing more than 236mn people to growing flood risk, according to a major international study published on January 14. »»»
US freezes immigrant visa processing for 75 countries including Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan
The United States will freeze immigrant visa processing for 75 countries starting on January 21 as part of efforts to prevent applicants deemed likely to rely on public benefits from entering the country, Fox News Digital reported on January 14. »»»
US freezes immigrant visa processing for 75 countries including Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan
The United States will freeze immigrant visa processing for 75 countries starting on January 21 as part of efforts to prevent applicants deemed likely to rely on public benefits from entering the country, Fox News Digital reported on January 14. »»»
World’s sinking river deltas put over 236mn people at risk
Some of the world’s most densely populated river deltas are sinking faster than sea levels are rising, exposing more than 236mn people to growing flood risk, according to a major international study published on January 14. »»»
US freezes immigrant visa processing for 75 countries including Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan
The United States will freeze immigrant visa processing for 75 countries starting on January 21 as part of efforts to prevent applicants deemed likely to rely on public benefits from entering the country, Fox News Digital reported on January 14. »»»
US freezes immigrant visa processing for 75 countries including Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan
The United States will freeze immigrant visa processing for 75 countries starting on January 21 as part of efforts to prevent applicants deemed likely to rely on public benefits from entering the country, Fox News Digital reported on January 14. »»»
IMF and World Bank hold meetings on Venezuela as US plans financial re-engagement
The International Monetary Fund and World Bank convened extraordinary sessions last week to assess Venezuela's economic crisis, as the United States moves to restore the South American nation's access to international financial institutions, Bloomberg reported citing sources familiar with the talks»»»
US freezes immigrant visa processing for 75 countries including Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan
The United States will freeze immigrant visa processing for 75 countries starting on January 21 as part of efforts to prevent applicants deemed likely to rely on public benefits from entering the country, Fox News Digital reported on January 14. »»»
IMF and World Bank hold meetings on Venezuela as US plans financial re-engagement
The International Monetary Fund and World Bank convened extraordinary sessions last week to assess Venezuela's economic crisis, as the United States moves to restore the South American nation's access to international financial institutions, Bloomberg reported citing sources familiar with the talks»»»
US freezes immigrant visa processing for 75 countries including Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan
The United States will freeze immigrant visa processing for 75 countries starting on January 21 as part of efforts to prevent applicants deemed likely to rely on public benefits from entering the country, Fox News Digital reported on January 14. »»»