The American Express Times
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Trump says Iran shot down Apache helicopter
A U.S. Army Apache helicopter was shot down near the Strait of Hormuz, with the United States blaming Iranian forces and rescuing both crew members safely. This incident heightens regional tensions amid a fragile ceasefire and poses a significant challenge to ongoing U.S.-Iran diplomatic efforts.
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QICDRC seminar examines contractual risk and business continuity during crisis
The Qatar International Court and Dispute Resolution Centre held a seminar on navigating contractual challenges during crises, focusing on force majeure and risk management strategies.…
PM, Swedish FM discuss de-escalation efforts
Qatar's Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani met with Swedish Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard to discuss boosting bilateral ties and…
Awqaf, Sports and Youth ministries unveil Distinguished Youth Researcher Award
The Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs and the Ministry of Sports and Youth have launched the third edition of the Distinguished Youth Researcher Award…
Doha Design District unveils Public Art Open Call shortlist
Doha Design District, backed by Msheireb Properties, has announced the 20 projects shortlisted for its Public Art Open Call, selected from over 220 submissions by…
New Al Qaim Restaurant opens in Al Matar Al Qadeem with 24/7 dining and authentic South Asian flavours
Al Qaim Restaurant has opened a new 24-hour branch in Al Matar Al Qadeem to serve the area’s South Asian community with authentic Pakistani and…
Congo reports over 100 Ebola deaths as outbreak spreads
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has resulted in 102 confirmed deaths and 608 total cases across Congo and Uganda, with…
Moscow court confirms jail for German satirist Jacques Tilly
A Moscow appeals court upheld an eight-and-a-half-year prison sentence against German satirist Jacques Tilly for his Carnival floats that criticized Russian authorities and the conflict…
12th Doha Islamic Finance Conference to Examine AI’s Role in Industry Transformation
The 12th Doha Islamic Finance Conference will be held in Doha on June 16, 2026, bringing together experts to discuss the impact of autonomous AI…
QatarEnergy announces new oil discovery offshore Namibia
QatarEnergy announced a new oil discovery at the Merlin-1X well offshore Namibia, identifying a high-quality light oil reservoir with limited gas. This discovery enhances confidence…
Amir, Kuwait Amir review bilateral ties
Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani of Qatar and Sheikh Meshal Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah of Kuwait held a phone call to discuss…
Deputy PM, GCC secretary-general discuss latest security developments in the region
HE Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan Al Thani met with GCC Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi in Doha to discuss regional security and prospects for…
MoPH and HBKU launch survey to improve health services for people with developmental disabilities
Qatar’s Ministry of Public Health and Hamad Bin Khalifa University have begun a nationwide survey to assess diagnostic and intervention services for individuals with developmental…
Msheireb Museums, Sidra Medicine host session on metabolic diseases
Msheireb Museums and Sidra Medicine hosted the third Science Café session on June 8, focusing on obesity and diabetes prevention through expert discussions on lifestyle…
UDST receives MENASA NASPA Silver Award for Innovative Practices
The University of Doha for Science and Technology received the MENASA NASPA Silver Award for its Student Mental Health Ambassadors programme, which promotes mental health…
EU report finds drug cartels increasingly recruit young people in Europe
Europe’s drug trafficking groups are increasingly recruiting young people from disadvantaged areas to participate not only in drug distribution but also in violent crimes, according…
Hamas says acceptable approaches reached on contentious Gaza ceasefire issues
Hamas announced advances on key points of a ceasefire agreement with Israel following multi-faction talks mediated by Egypt, Qatar, and Türkiye in Cairo. This progress…
Energy security takes centre stage at Al-Attiyah Foundation CEO Roundtable
Senior energy leaders and experts met in Doha for the Al-Attiyah Foundation’s 2026 CEO Roundtable to discuss how energy security is increasingly driving policies, often…
PM honours 36 Shafallah Center graduates
Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani attended the Shafallah Center’s graduation ceremony in Doha, honoring 36 graduates with disabilities for their…
Protecting Qatar’s digital space a developmental, sovereign necessity, gathering at National Cyber Security Training Programme told
Qatar’s National Cyber Security Agency concluded its National Cyber Security Training Programme, which has trained 54,000 participants and awarded 800 certifications to enhance the country’s…
HBKU, Imperial College launch environmental health partnership
Imperial College London's Environmental Research Group and Qatar's Environment and Energy Research Institute have launched a two-year partnership to collaborate on environmental health research in…
Zakat Affairs Department releases 2025 share Zakat bulletin for QSE-listed firms
Qatar’s Zakat Affairs Department has published its 2025 bulletin outlining Zakat ratios for shares of 45 companies listed on the Qatar Stock Exchange. This guidance…
QF Schools Chess Tournament champions learning beyond the classroom
Qatar Foundation’s Pre-University Education department and the Qatar Chess Federation hosted a chess tournament featuring 64 students from various Qatar Foundation schools, with winners announced…
Zelensky meets Baltic and Nordic state leaders in Estonia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with leaders of the Nordic-Baltic Eight in Tallinn to discuss ongoing support and security cooperation amid the conflict with Russia.…
Iran seizes assets belonging to government critics amid rising repression
Iran’s judiciary has confiscated more than 200 assets from individuals accused of opposing the government, labeling them as traitors. This crackdown escalates internal repression amid…
Apple Boosts Siri as AI Race Intensifies
Apple unveiled a significantly upgraded version of its Siri voice assistant at WWDC, introducing features that enable more practical tasks like menu planning, recipe collection,…
US Economy Braces for Impact as Court Weighs $166 Billion Tariff Refund Plan
A U.S. Customs and Border Protection official is set to testify in court about the government's plan to refund $166 billion in tariffs invalidated by…
Machinery and Equipment Price Index in Qatar rises in first quarter of 2026
Qatar’s Machinery and Equipment Price Index (MEPI) increased by 0.82 percent in Q1 2026 from the previous quarter, driven primarily by higher prices in office…
Children of Qatari mothers, Qatar-born residents now eligible for national service
Qatar’s Ministry of Defence has widened its national service eligibility to include children of Qatari mothers and non-Qatari residents born in the country, with applicants…
Africa a valued strategic partner for Qatar: Dr. Al Kawari
Qatar reaffirmed its commitment to deepening strategic partnerships with African nations across diplomacy, trade, education, and cultural exchange during the 63rd Africa Day celebrations. This…
Al Khulaifi discusses regional developments with UK officials
Qatar’s Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, HE Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi, met with senior UK officials to…
From Qatar to Texas A&M: Adnan Khan’s rising profile in Advanced Materials Engineering
Adnan Khan, a PhD candidate at Texas A&M University, has gained international recognition for his research on corrosion and degradation in additively manufactured alloys used…
QU nursing student Almayasa Al Anzi highlights role of Qatari nurses in advancing health care
Almayasa Al Anzi, a nursing student at Qatar University, is gaining hands-on experience through simulation labs as she prepares to contribute to Qatar’s healthcare workforce.…
Crimea bridge damaged by Ukrainian attacks for second night in a row
Ukrainian drone strikes have damaged the Chonhar bridge connecting Crimea to mainland Ukraine for the second night in a row, leading to its closure for…
Six nations impose coordinated sanctions on settler violence in West Bank
The United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, France, New Zealand, and Norway have jointly imposed sanctions on individuals and groups involved in financing and carrying out settler…
US Home Sales Surge to Fastest Pace This Year Despite Rising Mortgage Rates
Sales of existing homes in the U.S. rose 3.2 percent in May to an annual rate of 4.17 million units, reaching the fastest pace this…
Nintendo Pays €35 Million Over Switch Controller Flaw
Nintendo has agreed to pay a 35 million euro fine to settle claims by French authorities that it failed to properly address the widespread "Joy-Con…
Project Qatar 2026 kicks off
The 22nd Project Qatar 2026 exhibition opened in Doha, featuring 145 companies showcasing innovations in construction, infrastructure, and sustainable development. The event aims to boost…