Guerrero: An earthquake measuring 4.7 on the Richter scale struck the southern Mexican state of Guerrero on Thursday. According to Qatar News Agency, the US Geological Survey reported that the quake occurred 2,703 km from the city of Acapulco de Juarez in the state, at a depth of 10 km. So far, there have been no reports of material damage
Doha: The Cultural Village Foundation, Katara, has inaugurated the “Soul of Gold” exhibition by Turkish artist Hatice Yetis. Held in Hall 2 of Building 18 at Katara, the exhibition’s inauguration was attended by HE Ambassador of the Republic of Turkiye to the State of Qatar Dr. Mustafa Goksu, along with several cultural and artistic figures and a group of art
Doha: A Ministry of Labor (MoL) official has hailed Qatari women’s labor force participation as a national priority aligning with Qatar National Vision 2030 and sustainable development goals. According to Qatar News Agency, MoL’s Assistant Undersecretary for National Manpower Affairs in the Private Sector, Sheikha Abdulrahman Ali Al Badi, stated on the occasion of International Women’s Day, commemorated on March
Gaza: The death toll from the ongoing Israeli aggression on Gaza since October 7, 2023 has risen to 48,446, with 111,852 injured. According to Qatar News Agency, the Gaza Ministry of Health reported that 6 martyrs arrived at Gaza hospitals, in addition to 7 injuries. It was also noted that several victims remain under the rubble, with rescue and civil
Doha: The New York Police Department evacuated on Thursday the Milstein Library at Barnard College, Columbia University, after receiving a bomb threat, coinciding with student protests in support of Palestine on campus. According to Qatar News Agency, a statement issued by Barnard College President Laura Rosenbury indicated that several offices at the college received a pipe bomb threat inside the
Shenzhen: A new study by Chinese scientists has uncovered the mechanism behind bacterial cancer therapy using a genetically engineered bacterial strain in a breakthrough that offers new hope for the development of next-generation cancer therapies. According to Qatar News Agency, the findings of the joint research team from the Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology (SIAT) and the Shanghai Institute of
Brussels: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said today that the European Union requires special measures in what she described as exceptional circumstances. She emphasized the importance of Europe remaining prepared and capable of shielding itself from immediate threats. According to Qatar News Agency, von der Leyen made these remarks before the start of an emergency European summit in
Doha: The Shura Council participated in a virtual seminar organized by the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) titled “Legislative Strategies to End Orphanage Trafficking.” The event saw participation from HE Member of the Council Khalid bin Abas Kamal Al Emadi on Thursday. According to Qatar News Agency, the seminar gathered several experts and specialists focused on child rights and anti-human trafficking measures.
Syrian sources announced that the sound of explosions in Deir Ezzor is caused by US artillery shelling of the Conoco gas field towards the positions of militants in the area.
Source: National Iraqi News Agency