Emirates Team New Zealand Recognised as 2025 World Sailing Team of the Year

Emirates Team New Zealand is proud to have been named the 2025 World Sailing Team of the Year, a prestigious honour that recognises not only the team’s continued success on the water but also its enduring commitment to teamwork, innovation, and...

Kuwait promotes local drug manufacturing for medical self-sufficiency

Health Minister Dr. Ahmad Al-Awadhi, during a field visit to Al-Shifa Pharmaceutical Factory, owned by the Kuwaiti-Saudi Pharmaceutical Industries Company. KUWAIT CITY, Nov 6: Developing an advanced local pharmaceutical industry is a cornerstone...

Bahrain International Commercial Court adds new dimension to India-Bahrain cooperation, says Ambassador Jacob

Manama ( Bahrain), November 6 (ANI): India's Ambassador to the Kingdom of Bahrain, Vinod K. Jacob, said the launch of the Bahrain International Commercial Court (BICC) marks a historic moment in Bahrain-India relations and adds a new dimension to...

Oman’s Ahmed Al Hosni captures global spotlight with Doha Photography Award win

DOHA : Al Hosni’s winning piece stood out among a staggering 27,663 photographs submitted by 5,206 photographers from 101 countries, marking a significant international recognition of Omani artistic talent. The Doha Photography Award, in its first...

Qatar International Baja to flag off at ‘Way to World Cup’ landmark

Juan Cruz Yacopini during a shakedown test near Lusail yesterday. Lusail: The Qatar International Baja will be officially flagged away from the iconic ‘Way to the World Cup’ landmark on Doha Corniche this evening from 6:20pm onwards. Competitors...

Qatari Diar, Egypt's New Urban Communities Authority sign agreement to implement $29.7 billion tourism, urban development project

Cairo: Qatari Diar Real Estate Investment Company signed an investment partnership agreement with Egypt's New Urban Communities Authority to implement an integrated urban tourism project according to the highest international standards, in the...

Qatar Media Corporation and Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club sign sponsorship agreement

The Qatar Media Corporation (QMC) signed a sponsorship agreement today with the Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club (QREC). The agreement was signed during a press conference held at QMC's administrative building in the Dafna area. Attendees included...

Oman and Spain to Develop Green Methanol Bunkering Hub in Dhofar

The project aims to make Dhofar a hub for green methanol bunkering in the region. Image Credit: Oman's Foreign Ministry Oman and Spain have agreed to explore a green methanol production and bunkering project in Dhofar in Oman under a new...

Omani Photographer wins Global ‘Emotions’ category at inaugural Doha Photography Award

Muscat: Omani photographer Ahmed Al Hosani has achieved a significant international victory, clinching first place in the "Emotions" category at the inaugural edition of the Doha Photography Award 2025. His winning artwork, titled "Escape," stood...

Oman declaration pledges self-reliance, equity in regional cancer fight

Muscat: The World Cancer Congress, Summit, and Exhibition 2025 concluded today in Muscat with the adoption of the "Sultanate of Oman Declaration." This landmark document is a comprehensive call to action urging governments, healthcare...

Oman: SPF partners with Elevatus to streamline talent acquisition

Muscat: In line with its commitment to institutional efficiency and digital transformation, the Social Protection Fund (SPF) in the Sultanate of Oman has announced a strategic partnership with Elevatus, a leading provider of AI-powered recruitment...

Qatar's support for UN is leading example of international action: President of UNGA 80th session

DOHA: President of the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly Annalena Baerbock stressed that the State of Qatar's support for the the United Nations is a leading example, praising the country's role as an international mediator in...

Oman to host Gulf Cinema Festival 2025

Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman will host the Gulf Cinema Festival 2025 events, organized by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth, from 16-19 November at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre. The festival features the participation of 26...

Qatar lose to Turkiye in volleyball opener at Islamic Solidarity Games

The Qatari men’s volleyball team began its campaign in the 6th Islamic Solidarity Games – Riyadh 2025 – with a 3-1 loss to Turkiye. Turkiye won the first set 25-20, before Qatar leveled the match by taking the second set 25-18. The Turkish team...

[Yemen : Over 250 African Migrants Arrive Illegally on Shabwa Coast

SHABWA — More than 250 African migrants have arrived on the shores of Shabwa governorate in southeastern Yemen, according to security sources who spoke on condition of anonymity. The migrants, believed to have crossed the Gulf of Aden aboard...

Oman: New NGL extractor project planned

MUSCAT - A key gas sales agreement signed earlier this week will pave the way for the establishment of a new NGL Extraction Project at Saih Al Nihayda in central Oman, which will eventually strengthen plans for a long-anticipated petrochemicals...

Qatar Boat Show 2025 opens with record participation at Old Doha Port

People enjoying fireworks during the opening of the Qatar Boat Show 2025. Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Boat Show 2025 kicked off at Old Doha Port with an outstanding first day, welcoming thousands of visitors, VIP guests, and marine enthusiasts from...

Oman: Fahud records highest temperature, Jabal Shams sees heaviest rainfall in October

Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman experienced notable weather contrasts during October 2025, with soaring temperatures in some parts of the country and significant rainfall in mountainous areas, according to the monthly climate summary issued by the...

Qatar Airways sells entire Cathay Pacific stake for $897m

State-owned Qatar Airways has decided to sell its entire stake in Cathay Pacific Airways for about $897 million (HK$6.97 billion), marking its complete exit from Hong Kong’s flagship airline after eight years. Cathay said late on Wednesday that...

Oman: 2,000 entrepreneurs take part in SMEDA forum

MUSCAT - Over 2,000 entrepreneurs are taking part in the Entrepreneurial Growth 2025 Forum, which began at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre on Wednesday under the auspices of Sultan bin Salim al Habsi, Minister of Finance. The two-day...