Qatar foreign minister: Gulf differences have come to an end
Dr. Khalid bin Mohammed Al Attiyah did not go into specifics about the agreement signed last week, only saying no concessions were made by any party.
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International airports increase security after US issues attack alert
Tighter security measures apply to airports with direct routes to the US. Qatar Airways flies seven such routes, but was unable to confirm if Hamad International Airport will be affected.
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Al Qaradawi debunks rumors that he is being deported from Qatar
The prominent Islamic scholar also sought to smooth over tensions with Gulf nations by saying he loves all six member states, considering them "one country and one house."
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GCC ministers sign deal to end tensions with Qatar
All six GCC nations agreed to ensure the stability of the other members, and not compromise their sovereignty. No mention was made, however, if UAE, Saudi and Bahrain ambassadors will return to Qatar after being recalled last month.
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Qatar’s only elected body rebuffed after asking for more authority
The Central Municipal Council had requested powers to investigate minor violations, but was recently turned down by the Ministry of Municipality and Urban Planning.
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Qatar police respond to fight at Sheraton Doha hotel
Some construction workers and security guards apparently got into a fight at the under-renovation hotel. The incident escalated into the smashing of a portacabin's windows and the evacuation of some staff.
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Emir’s accession, one year on: What’s changed & what’s stayed the same
After Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani took over as leader of Qatar, the country has moved forward in many ways, but is still treading water in other arenas. Here are some highlights of the changes.
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Jail for Al Jazeera journalists found guilty by Egyptian court
Australian journalist Peter Greste of Al Jazeera English and his colleagues Baher Mohamed and Mohamed Fahmy have been in Tora prison since they were arrested in their Cairo hotel room last December.
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Exercise your right to vote, Filipinos in the Middle East told
Overseas Filipino groups are holding a massive voter registration drive ahead of the 2016 election, and urging thousands of OFWs in Qatar to sign up.
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