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10 Feb ' 08:53

Latest Update: Friday10/2/2012February, 2012, 07:13 PM Doha Time

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09 Feb ' 14:13

Latest Update: Friday10/2/2012February, 2012, 01:40

Commercialbank signs $455mn term loan Former Nakheel CEO awarded $3mn Al Meera in franchise with Thailand’s ILM Diet drug ‘likely’ killed at least 1,300 Sri Lankan president to arrive in Islamabad today S Korea speaker quits over bribery scandal Amitabh to undergo surgery SC to hear army chief plea on age row today QPMC cricket on National Sports Day Hanad sets up Ajay clash Emir receives Korean leader HH the Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani held last night a round of official talks with President of the Republic of Korea Lee Myung-bak. Koreans to buy more Qatar gas in 20-year deal Qatar will supply another 2mn tonnes of liquefied natural gas annually to South Korea for 20 years, boosting supplies to the South East Asian country, which is among Qatar’s first LNG customers. Winner of Heir Apparent’s Sword HH the Heir Apparent Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani presents the Heir Apparent’s Sword to Sheikh Khalifa bin Mohamed bin Khalifa al-Thani at the Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club yesterday. Alban de Mieulle-trained Raihan was ridden to victory by jockey Oliver Peslier in this Group I race for local purebred Arabians. Govt spending to rise sharply next fiscal year Qatar’s government budget spending will be much higher in the upcoming 2012/13 fiscal year than in the current one, while inflation is likely to move around 3-3.5%, an economic adviser to HH the Emir said yesterday. Doha judged safest city in the Middle East Doha is the safest city in the Middle East with the least incidents of violence and has won an award instituted by the Jordan-based Arab Non Violence Society (ANVS). Ministry of Culture to open Sealine Camp The Ministry of Culture, Arts and Heritage will inaugurating its Sealine Camp festivities at 3pm today. US firm wins 2022 World Cup contract US firm CH2M Hill Inc has won Qatar’s 2022 World Cup programme management contract and will oversee the construction of sports facilities in the country, it was announced by the Qatar 2022 Supreme Committee yesterday. • Proposal to send a joint UN-Arab mission to Syria Arab foreign ministers will discuss a proposal next week to send a joint UN-Arab mission to Syria, a senior Arab League official said yesterday, after a solely Arab team failed to end President Bashar al-Assad’s crackdown on protests. Cavendish steals show with his second stage win British ace sprinter Mark Cavendish of Team Sky put up another impressive performance to register his second stage win at the Tour of Qatar yesterday. • Raihan wins Heir Apparent’s Sword with electrifying surge Alban de Mieulle trained Raihan produced an electrifying burst of speed to win HH the Heir Apparent Sword, a Group I race for local bred Pure Arabians, which highlighted the races at the Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club yesterday. ictQATAR and Yahoo! in strategic partnership Nepal to have woman as envoy in Qatar PM meets US special envoy Wheels ‘n’ Heels family fun day today Students present projects on managing water resources Get up and go, it’s sports day Qatar met quarter of S Korea’s LNG demand last year Smadj SOS tour concert today Annual Terry Fox Run tomorrow Joint committee to be set up to identify projects OFFICIAL SCH events aim to get obese people up and about this year Islam: Signs of love for the Prophet Loving and glorifying the Sunnah Examples set by the Companions Qtel unit Indosat signs deal for Indonesia tower control Asia stocks end mixed, Seoul up at 6mth high QE closes largely stable; IQ, Cb and khaliji make mark on index Market eyes more Qatari bond issues after QNB mandate Bank recap plans won’t hit economy: EU watchdog Credit Suisse posts surprise Q4 loss on charges and risky assets Europe stock marts climb on Greek deal; euro drifts upward ECB holds rates, refuses to show hand on Greece Opec cuts 2012 oil demand forecast, continues to pump more IBQ plans to raise $275mn in share sale Gulf carriers ‘not looking to buy stakes’ in Kingfisher Ending child marriage can boost India’s rise, says Tutu BJP, opposition spar over porn scandal Student kills teacher in Chennai school Time for change, Priyanka tells UP voters Iran turns to India for wheat as sanctions bite Maldives ex-president facing imminent arrest Man eater captured Malaysia sets tough terms for Dhaka on bridge aid 5 dead as leopard stalks Nepal village Deaths on India-Bangla border condemned Grim reminder ‘Weak’ Pacquiao dumps all vices VIOLENCE Philippines’ richest man eyes huge land deal US Navy plane parts fall on Japan Police chief row ‘reveals power battle’ in China US military seeks more access in Philippines Court hardens stance against premier Gilani Pakistani Al Qaeda chief ‘killed by US drone’ Pakistan to host summit involving Afghanistan, Iran PPP debates presidential pardon for Gilani Afghan-Pak jihad said to attract fewer foreign fighters Iran offers Pakistan oil on deferred payment Red Wings close in on home win record Rossell and Cudlin feel good despite the cold Lin does it again as Knicks beat the Wizards Pak, Afghanistan set for historic ODI Gavaskar inducted in Hall of Fame Sach dilemma for team India Pearce caretaker boss after Capello resigns LEKHWIYA THRASH AL KHOR Cabrera-Bello leads Dubai Desert Classic Germany's Ying stuns top seeded Tianwei QMMF announces Sealine cross-country rally Fabregas inspires Barcelona I. Coast pip Mali to enter final Fixing claim hits Bangladesh’s IPL-style event NZ cap Zimbabwe whitewash Palestinian prisoner on a hunger strike ‘risks dying’ Islamists stop filming of TV serial 3 Germans drown in submarine accident Americas: Stars campaign in red for heart health White House cuts ‘stale’ unemployment forecast Striking police end protest in Brazil city Whale ‘slavery’ lawsuit rejected Guilty plea in South Park case House ending Romney still struggles to seal the deal Maldives’ democracy in doldrums The best of times or the worst of times? Obama’s Mideast malady Great Firewall awaits Facebook in China Mills leaves Leveson Inquiry - Apex bank injects £50bn into flagging UK economy - Foreign thugs being deported - Prince Harry set for Afghanistan return - Deadly mosquito discovered - Ireland offers tax break for skilled workers Greek austerity deal triggers strike plans NZ quake building was sub-standard: report French Revolution drama kicks off Berlin film festival Judge Garzon disbarred for 11 years Rhino dies after anti-poaching treatment - Riot sparks fear among Muslims in south Nigeria - Official in dock over Guinea stadium massacre - Australia boatpeople bill tops $1bn, minister tells parliament - Australia denies link to secret Iraqi prison - Europe’s main waterway ices over as deeper chill feared

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08 Feb ' 20:23

Latest Update: Thursday9/2/2012February, 2012, 02:34

Art should be fun for everyone’ Qatar Philharmonic depicts Arabian Nights Slain woman’s maid plotted crime: police Qatar Fencing Grand Prix from February 10 at Aspire Dome Syrian expats hold rally Syrians living in Qatar yesterday held a rally to draw the attention of the world community to the flagrant violation of human rights by the Assad regime. Qtel, QMA join hands to mark ‘Sports Day’ Qtel and Qatar Museums Authority (QMA) are jointly organising a day of “sporting surprises” for employees and members of the public in support of Qatar National Sports Day on February 14. ‘King of Desert’ Boonen stamps his class with victory Tom Boonen is not known as the ‘King of Desert’ for nothing. The Belgian ace relishes taking part in the Tour of Qatar, and yesterday gave yet another example of his unmatched ability to adapt to windy conditions by taking his 20th stage win in the race between Al Thakhira Madinat and Al Shamal. IMF expects ‘conservative’ Qatar budget Qatar is expected to set a “conservative” government budget in the next fiscal year beginning in April, and has not indicated that it plans any further rise in social spending, an International Monetary Fund (IMF) official said. QEWC buys stake in Jordanian power plant Qatar Electricity & Water Company (QEWC) has agreed to buy a 23.3% stake in Jordan’s Amman East power plant from a Bahraini infrastructure fund, in a move by the state-owned Qatari firm to expand its international footprint. Qatar aid for Libyan defence ministry A Qatari Armed Forces C-130 plane has arrived in the Mitiga airport in Tripoli carrying communication equipment and devices donated by Qatar to the leadership of border security and facilities protection of the Libyan defence ministry. Freeze may last to end of February The worst February cold spell Europe has seen in decades may last until the end of the month, leading meteorologists said, raising the prospect of an extended spike in European spot gas prices. Pakistan and Qatar agree to co-operate in energy, trade Pakistan and Qatar have agreed to collaborate in energy, trade, agriculture and infrastructure development during Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani’s three-day trip that began on Monday. Construction boom risks slump Qatar’s ambitious economic policies have sustained double-digit growth rates while much of the world has struggled over the past few years. But the state may now be overreaching, as a building boom threatens a glut in its property market. Largest-ever show of Murakami’s art opens The first exhibition of Takashi Murakami’s work in the Middle East, and his largest show ever, was officially opened at a ceremony last night. Guests got the opportunity to explore a collection of more than 70 works on display at ‘Murakami-Ego’. Top regional designers for Pearl-Qatar fashion week United Development Company and Zoul Projects, which has office in Doha and Amsterdam, will stage Qatar’s first international fashion week at The Pearl-Qatar from November 7-10, coinciding with the finale of the newly-announced MENA’s Next Top Designer (MNTD) reality TV show to be aired on MBC4 from August 30. Maldives ex-president calls on successor to resign The former president of the Maldives who claims he was forced out of power by a coup called on his successor to step down yesterday as thousands of protestors clashed with riot police in the capital. Philippine quake survivors want search to continue Survivors of a deadly quake in the Philippines begged rescuers yesterday to keep searching for dozens of people buried in landslides, but officials said hopes of finding them alive were dim. Exotic delicacies on offer at ‘Taste and Fun Food Fest’ ictQATAR e-learning initiative receives tremendous response Protection for juveniles Commercialbank sponsors yacht race Syrian expats stage rally in Doha Ashghal lines up ‘exciting’ events Pakistan premier allocates grant of $100,000 to PEC Anonymous musicians delight theatre audience Thousands still cut off across frozen Europe Greek deal prospects rise, euro ministers meet today Senegal poll hopefuls woo powerful Muslim leaders Suicide bomb kills 11 in Somali capital ANC keeps fingers out of mining honeypot Vocal EU criticism douses Romanian and Bulgarian Schengen hopes Silence over abuse deadly for Church: Vatican official Airbus A380 wing checks extended to entire fleet Merkel flies high as Germans see euro crisis beatable: poll 3 Karnataka ministers quit over porn scandal Millions vote in first stage of crucial UP election Century on, end of a bullock cart saga in Mumbai How TV cameras captured them Patil wanted dress code for women! Octogenarian aims to unite lonely elders Batelco to exit India after SC ruling on licences Hooch kills 24 in Orissa ‘Pilgrimage fever’ ahead of Kim birthday Memogate hot air balloon pricked Mapping the body: ribs Dementia: a battle of hearts and minds A symbol of flourishing partnership A democratic Egypt far from a romantic fantasy Deutsche Bank to defer some bonuses Pakistan’s PM files appeal in contempt case Islamabad rejects US demand to release CIA informer US drone attack kills 10 ‘militants’ in Pakistan Over 16% children out of school in Punjab province Ex-president, other MPs injured in clashes Tibetan protesters detained High court seeks report on Bangladeshis in Saudi jails Former bureaucrat is new poll panel chief Kohli knock takes India past Lanka Heat beat Cavs to close in on lead Aspire celebrates fifth ‘Football Dreams’ final Quiros set for Dubai hat-trick attempt Robinot shines for France in qualifiers Tabarak makes a smashing comeback Statoil says profit dubles in 2011 on higher prices, sustained output QEWC eyes overseas growth with Jordan power firm stake UAE to pump more crude to Asia amid Iran embargo Indonesia lures Mideast Shariah lenders Greek debt hopes lift Asia markets Spain’s leader says towering jobless rate to rise further UAE jeweller Damas ‘hires Nomura for deal’ Greece’s debt not sustainable with a 70% ‘haircut’: S&P Gold down on technical selling, Europe jitters Antwerp plans to defend its diamond supremacy Canada signs China trade deals, hails investor pact Maersk suspends tanker trade deals ‘Dubai companies can fend for themselves in debt restructurings’ QNCC profit drops 5% to QR444.65mn Qatar shares close flat as weak buying limits gains Emaar hits 6-month high; Egypt upbeat Sensex ends higher; rupee strengthens Europe mixed; investors wait for bailout deal No immunity abroad for Saleh: group Egypt won’t be swayed by aid threat in NGOs case: premier Bahrain prison hunger strike off Hamas leaders in Gaza challenge deal on unity Bashir tells 2mn Darfur displaced to go home Iran ‘can hit back at US worldwide’ Turkey calls for world action as Homs bleeds US rejects Russia’s call for talks between Assad and Syrian rebels New EU sanctions ‘agreed in principle’ China denounces UK criticism of veto RBS chief ‘considered quitting’ in bonus row New settlements in phone hack scandal Britain denies claims of Falkland militarisation Government defends rapid cut to solar power subsidy 121 arrested as police crack down on gangs Star power US Marines may leave Japan before base closure China graft-buster placed on ‘stress leave’ Video of boy crying in snow sparks uproar Rights group reports another Tibetan self-immolation

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07 Feb ' 18:02

Latest Update: Wednesday8/2/2012February, 2012, 02:17

A ‘major triumph for Qatari diplomacy’ Qatari group to go on Himalayan trekking trip VCU-Q to host Design Road event Emir holds talks with Pakistan PM HH the Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani meeting with Pakistani Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani and Foreign Minister Hina Rabbani Khar at the Emiri Diwan yesterday. Talks covered bilateral co-operation and ways to develop it. Gilani, accompanied by a high-level delegation, arrived in Doha on Monday morning on a three-day official visit to Qatar GCC countries recalling ambassadors in Syria Gulf countries joined mounting international pressure on the Syria regime yesterday, deciding to expel its envoys and withdraw their own over the “mass slaughter” of civilians. Pakistan, Qatar open a ‘new chapter in their relations’ Pakistan and Qatar have opened a new chapter of strategic co-operation with the signing of various agreements and memorandums of understanding, said Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani while addressing a Pakistani community gathering at the Four Seasons Hotel in Doha yesterday. ‘Intelligent transport’ plan being developed Qatar is developing an Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) master plan encompassing components such as freight management, public transport, network efficiency, parking and safety. • Qatar posts QR42bn surplus Qatar’s state budget turned a hefty surplus of 25.6% of quarterly economic output in the second quarter of its 2011/12 fiscal year as revenues jumped, data showed yesterday. • Burglars confess to woman’s murder The security agencies have arrested the murderers of an 82-year-old Qatari woman who was killed at her house in Salata on Saturday, a spokesman of the Interior Ministry said yesterday. According to him, the killers have confessed to the murder which was conducted in the course of burglary. “The case has been transferred to the legal authority for necessary procedures”, he added. • Rescuers search for quake survivors Rescuers in the Philippines dug through rubble with their bare hands yesterday in a frantic search for survivors, a day after a powerful earthquake killed dozens of people. The 6.7-magnitude quake hit a narrow strait between the heavily populated islands of Negros and Cebu around lunchtime Monday, triggering devastating landslides, tearing down homes and destroying roads vital to relief efforts. • South Korean leader due in Doha tomorrow South Korean President Lee Myung-Bak arrives in Qatar tomorrow as part of a regional tour. He was in Riyadh yesterday where he held talks on strengthening co-operation in energy and construction. HMC offers new technique for spine fracture surgery People who have suffered osteoporotic vertebrae fracture due to trauma, especially road accidents or osteoporosis, will no longer be confined to a wheelchair for the rest of the life, thanks to a new technique called kyphoplasty being introduced at the HMC’s orthopaedic surgery department. QR120,000 for Shafallah Center Dolphin Energy Qatar has announced that it had helped to raise QR120,000 for the Shafallah Center following its participation in this year’s Commercialbank Qatar Masters. N Korea says leader’s youth not a problem North Korea is cranking up its official media to dismiss concern about its new leader’s youthfulness, describing it as a blessing instead of a reason to doubt his credentials to rule. Drug and Alcohol Affairs panel signs pact with ministry, CMU-Q The Permanent Committee on Drug and Alcohol Affairs (PCDAA) at the Ministry of Interior (MoI) yesterday signed memorandums of understanding (MoUs) with the Ministry of Culture, Arts and Heritage (MoC) and Carnegie Mellon University, Qatar (CMU-Q). Al khaliji 2011 net profit jumps 14% to QR487mn Al Mujahaz and Raihan top contenders for HH Heir Apparent Sword Pakistan aim for greater heights Giants at a loss to explain Super Bowl victory Kobe milestone spoiled as 76ers beat LA London offers Paes chance to beat dad Fit Cavendish stuns Boonen for stage win Han Ying, Grzybowska register fine victories QE snaps 9-day rally to drop below 8,700 Automakers eye Mideast gains despite turmoil Dubai Drydocks plans Asia assets sale to advance its debt talks Europe stocks close narrowly mixed Asia bourses dip on Greek debt impasse Qatar calls for unified plan on Arab capital markets CORPORATE RESULTS Dolphin Energy eyes up to $1bn bond sale Qatar real GDP growth forecast at 9.8% US consumer confidence jumps, globally shoppers still cautious: survey Glencore set to buy Xstrata in $90bn deal India forecasts lowest growth in three years Watchdogs to drag thriving breed of ‘shadow banks’ into the light QIMC extrusion subsidiary to start production in Q1 Qatar ’11 exports to Brazil at $238.4mn Crucial UP assembly elections start today Govt allows airlines to import jet fuel directly Widow seeks mercy killing for son DELHI DIARY Mauritius PM in Delhi Market rally is no indication of economic reality: experts CBSE to offer international curriculum in Indian schools UP polls to decide Rahul’s future Memory in the digital age The oddity of European Central Bank’s stance Austerity comes under attack VIEWPOINT Maldives president quits after mutiny Ex-UN official, TV anchor is new leader Nepal’s vulture ‘restaurants’ for endangered birds Bangladesh Bill seeks death for human trafficking Minister unveils India-Lanka partnership show Nepal airport shuts after grass fire Philippine rescuers search for earthquake survivors Crowds cheer Suu Kyi on election campaign trail Chinese rural population’s ire grows with land grabs: survey Charges of survey fraud hit HK polls Tigers attack tourist bus at park in China Pilot gets high before hitting the runway Five missing after Japan refinery tunnel collapse Myanmar refugees seek shelter in China Top musicians to perform at CMUQ Qatargas interacts with peers at Bangkok meet Rota workshops for teachers on ‘iEARN’ National committee for Internet safety launched GE Energy focusing on region-specific solutions QNB Group rated Mena region’s ‘most valued brand’ 18 Qataris’ artworks on display at Katara European standards institute aims to enhance ICT reach Syrian community protests in front of Russian mission PM shocked at veto by Russia, China on Syria Bahrain frees Canadian and woman jailed over protests Tehran shrugs off US sanctions Russian FM says Assad wants to end bloodshed Sudan rebels free 29 Chinese Graffiti targets Arabs, Christians in Jerusalem Police did not fire birdshot at protesters, says minister Europe uses brute force to fight chill Australia begins flood clean-up Greek unions strike ahead of crisis talks Swedish PM’s remarks on pension spark furore Kosovo organ trade probe tracking victims abroad Russian teacher gets ‘sacked’ for exposing Putin rally pressure Medvedev orders security crackdown Berlusconi faces a fourth trial in Milan Senegal opposition marches against third term for Wade Suicide attack and blasts hit Nigerian city Strike-hit Kruger Park to hire retired rangers Man escapes zombies but not the police Chad opposition cries foul as ruling party wins local elections Charles leads Dickens tributes Failure to warn phone hack victims ‘unlawful’ Pop royalty to sing for Queen’s jubilee Govt defers decision on F-35 jets till 2015 Welcoming the Royal Horse Artillery - Fassbender, Colman win film awards - Police to blame for unrest, says riot report - Backers of NHS recast turn against govt plans - Not many takers for free cash offer Survivor found as factory death toll rises to 19 Poverty pushing millions into child labour - IMF warns Pakistan over slow growth, high deficit New York celebrates Super Bowl Giant jungle fish hooks gourmets

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06 Feb ' 16:08

Latest Update: Tuesday7/2/2012February, 2012, 02:19

Doha 2020 logo to be unveiled at Rota fun day New Doha airport set to open by the year-end Qatar hotels line up events to mark National Sports Day Obama signs order blocking Iran assets Heart diseases are rising, says study Kahramaa earmarks QR5bn for network expansion India prays for cancer-stricken star Yuvraj Doha breakthrough The leaders of Palestinian factions Fatah and Hamas yesterday signed a deal in Doha to form a unity government for the West Bank and Gaza. Garmin win time - trial, Boonen still in lead Belgian ace sprinter Tom Boonen continued to hold on to his golden jersey for the overall lead at the Tour of Qatar despite Garmin-Barracuda winning the stage two team time-trial here yesterday. Qatar, Pakistan sign pacts to boost bilateral relations Qatar and Pakistan signed several agreements and memoranda of understanding here yesterday following a session of official talks chaired by HE the Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Hamad bin Jassim bin Jabor al-Thani and Pakistan’s Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani. Qatar rail firm launches first set of contracts Qatar Railways Company (QRC), which is implementing the $40bn rail network, yesterday launched the very first set of contracts for “enabling works”, expecting companies to submit their proposals in a month, a senior official announced. GCC states ‘to invest $100bn in water sector within five years’ GCC states would invest close to $100bn for infrastructure development and explore new ways to ensure uninterrupted supply of drinking water to its residents in the next five years, Qatar’s Minister of Energy and Industry HE Dr Mohamed Saleh al-Sada said yesterday. China favourite in men’s action Some of the elite men’s Chinese paddlers will be seen in action at the Qatar Open table tennis tournament starting today. QATAR’S Al-ATHBA BAGS GOLD IN DOUBLE TRAP Doha: Qatar’s Rashid al-Athba claimed gold in men’s Double Trap event at the Qatar Open Shotgun Championship here yesterday. Cancer groups mark world event together The Supreme Council of Health (SCH), alongside other stakeholders in cancer care, prevention, awareness and support groups, organised an event yesterday to mark the annual World Cancer Day, which usually falls on February 4. Entries sought for dance challenge on March 23 Dancers from across Qatar will showcase their talent at Doha’s first ‘Hip-hop Challenge’ at the Qatar Volleyball Association Gymnasium in the Al Arabi Sports Club on March 23. At least 43 dead after quake hits Philippines At least 43 people were killed when a powerful earthquake triggered landslides, collapsed homes and smashed bridges across the central Philippines yesterday, authorities said. Protest in Bangladeshi capital after stocks fall Protesters took to the streets of Bangladesh’s capital yesterday after the country’s main stock index plunged 6%, deepening a crash that has seen the bourse’s value tumble 31% this year. ExxonMobil continues its support to QREC Pakistan sweep England Giants win Super Bowl in thriller Stanley and Levin in dramatic reversals of fortune Younger Manning steps up Robust banking to support $100bn projects: QCB chief Greeks delay bailout talks; make up your mind on deal, warns Merkel China bars airlines from EU emissions scheme Qatar ‘could save’ up to $30bn on PPP initiatives Qatar’s budget surplus might set to cushion eurozone impact: IBQ chief Iran could limp along under sanctions Asia stocks upbeat on US jobs data Europe bourses lower as Greece talks drag on Palestinians start budget talks to tackle debt crisis Centralised PPP unit, fund needed to build capacity’ Qatar shares end flat despite robust local buying support Monarch marks 60 years on throne Big chill Memorial service Dizaei trial Events to celebrate Dickens bicentenary Health Bill cost ‘could pay for 6,000 nurses’ Police identify ‘829 more hacking victims’ Court grants bail to preacher Qatada Most riot-affected still awaiting compensation Mayor calls for control of London rail services Mass evacuations in Australian flooding Merkel rejects criticism over open backing for Sarkozy Deadly floods join killer cold to claim more lives Anti-austerity protests push Romania PM out Australia PM brushes off leadership ‘challenge’ Senegal’s Wade slams West over re-election ‘interference’ Russia must ‘renew democracy’, but not hastily: Putin Minnesota can ‘reset’ the race, says Santorum Public art in Times Square US targets food stamp fraud as election looms Police strikers occupy tense Brazilian city Woman for Mexican presidency Noriega taken to hospital Third main cause of death in the country Georgia tourism eyes Qatar Airways boost Infrastructure development projects pose challenges Qatar on road to becoming a centre of cycling culture Mini-marathon to mark first annual Sports Day Emir witnesses signing of Doha Declaration Text of Doha Declaration InterCon Group forays into residence suites Pharmacists focus on asthma treatment Doha Bank’s ‘Welcome Package’ helps new expatriates settle in Qatar steps up fight against pirated goods Yemen starts preparing for president vote Abbas to head interim consensus government Syria pounds protest hubs; nearly 70 die Outgoing Kuwait premier to form govt After Barbie, Tehran bans the Simpsons Army urges fast move to presidential poll in Egypt Russia, China ‘lose diplomatic credit’ Foreign ministers of GCC to meet Telenor vows to fight licence cancellation Brazil minister arrives India’s credit rating under pressure: S&P Rebels treated us well, say released engineers Devas deal cancelled for national security: minister Not obsessed with becoming PM: Rahul Online giants pull ‘offensive content’ after court order Five found guilty in Kerala sex scandal ‘Greedy’ miners should lose licences, says panel Two more held in Falak case Central bankers in the line of fire Six dead, dozens trapped in Lahore factory collapse Foul weather Pak ruling party mulls populist measures Nato reassures Afghans over combat missions A strategy for the Snow Revolution Effort to eliminate malaria suffers setback Look out, here come the introverts Has ‘sensitive’ India lost its sense of humour? VIEW POINT Border guards to meet every four months Perfect pose! Tibet ‘facing urgent task to maintain stability’ Troops search swamps for kidnapped Europeans The Sudanese army could not be reached for comment. Sudan rebels to release workers ‘soon’ Govt detains another exec for illicit fund raising Seoul lawmakers to make rare cross-border trip Graft, militant threat shake Maldives Demining ‘could take 10 years or more’ Bail for opposition MP in vandalism case

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05 Feb ' 16:06

Latest Update: Monday6/2/2012February, 2012, 02:36

Late evening buses could be resumed, says official QF to host fun-filled sports day for staff and students 82-year-old Qatari woman murdered by burglars Seminar on highway safety standards held Swamy says verdict on Chidambaram wrong Ashghal completes section of drainage network project 41 Gaddafi loyalists go on trial Qatar and Turkey call for dialogue to end row Palestinian leaders hold ‘positive’ talks in Doha The two main Palestinian factions, Hamas and Fatah, agreed at a meeting in Doha yesterday that presidential and legislative elections must be held “quickly”, a top official told AFP. World Cup bonanza for tourism Qatar expects between 1.7mn to 3.7mn tourists a year by 2022, up from 900,000 currently, Qatar 2022 Supreme Committee secretary general Hassan al-Thawadi said yesterday. Scotland’s Lawrie romps to second win in Qatar Thirteen years after his victory in Qatar launched him as a player destined for great things on the golf course, Paul Lawrie once again was flashing a smile, posing for photographs and signing autographs at Doha Golf Club yesterday. Exhibition expects 60,000 visitors The ninth edition of the Doha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition, to be held from February 20-26 at the Doha Exhibition Centre, is expected to generate far above QR500mn it gathered during the last year’s event, organisers said yesterday. In all, more than 300 exhibitors will showcase the latest designs. The exhibition is expected to draw 60,000 visitors this year. In 2011, the show attracted more than 50,000 visitors. Qatar finish second in Asia Qatar blew a narrow half-time lead to finish second behind South Korea in the Asian Handball Championship in Jeddah yesterday. Qatar were leading 11-10 at the halfway stage, only to be pipped 23-22 by the Koreans in a tense encounter. Qatar qualified for the 2013 World Championship when they entered the final of the tournament on Saturday. Meanwhile Saudi Arabia beat Japan 25-20 to bag third place. Woman dies after attack by burglars An 82-year-old Qatari widow died in her house in the New Salata area from severe head injuries allegedly caused by a physical attack on her by two burglars early Saturday, according to reports in the local Arabic press. Emir holds talks with Abbas and Mishal HH the Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and head of the Hamas political bureau, Khalid Mishal held a session of talks at the Emiri Diwan yesterday. Doha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition all set to dazzle The ninth edition of the Doha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition (DJWE 2012), to be held from February 20-26 at the Doha Exhibition Centre, is expected to generate far above QR500mn it gathered during the last year’s event, organisers said yesterday. Carrier adds Baku, Tbilisi to network Qatar Airways’ decision to fly to Azerbaijan was prompted by the country’s developing tourism industry and energy resources, CEO Akbar al-Baker said at a ceremony to mark the first Qatar Airways flight to Baku’s Heydar Aliyev International Airport. Mowasalat adds 250 new buses Mowasalat has added 250 new buses to its fleet as part of the transport company’s expansion exercise. The new fleet includes 45 buses designed to facilitate commuting by people with special needs. Book shows Chinese laureate Xiaobo’s struggles with West Chinese Nobel laureate Liu Xiaobo has been hailed as a bold champion of democracy, but a new compilation of his writings shows him also to be deeply introspective and doubtful of the West’s model. Toujouri store now open at the Pearl The Pearl-Qatar, described as the Middle East’s most luxurious shopping destination, continues to attract the world’s leading fashion and designer brands. Tom Boonen sounds warning with win If it is the Tour of Qatar, then this name has to keep popping up year after year —Tom Boonen Iran ‘to target’ any state used to launch a strike Iran will target any country used as a launch pad for attacks against its soil, the deputy Revolutionary Guards commander said, expanding Tehran’s range of threats in an increasingly volatile standoff with world powers over its nuclear ambitions. Heir Apparent Endurance Championship Australia thrash India in opening one-dayer James’ 400m win launches Olympic season Parker leads Spurs past Thunder Coyotes take bite out of Sharks United stage stunning fightback to draw 3-3 Welsh win thriller against Ireland England keep hopes alive against Pak QATAR OPEN TABLE TENNIS FROM 7-11 Mena M&A growth edges up in 2011; value declines Milaha arm buys Maersk stake in two LNG carriers Corporate results Qatar shares extend gains to cross 8,700 mark Growth currencies tracking stocks as the euro forges a separate path Qatar budget surplus seen expanding by 10% of GDP With spurt in jobs, US races ahead of Europe ECB to bide its time on rates this month, while assessing impact of earlier measures China steers clear of eurozone debt amid big spending spree Weekly commodities review Gulf can cope with 2012 maturities, some restructuring Jordan raises rates to boost its currency Dubai surges to 4-month high; Gulf markets upbeat Death toll from Europe cold snap nears 300 Woman dies in Greece flood Sarkozy looks to Merkel to boost his re-election hopes Politicians dither over bailout plan for Greece Anti-Putin protesters show staying power in Russia Italy court to rule on wrecked Costa Concordia captain Cash-strapped Europe struggles to increase military might Finns unfazed by freeze in presidential vote Rome mayor faces backlash Rising water triggers exodus in Australia Nigeria ruling party wins vote in violence-hit north Firebrand Malema ignited SA politics Maoris heckle New Zealand premier Director Cameron’s aides die in crash Search scaled back for ferry victims Probe panel indicts former ISRO chief, three others Bollywood marriage Christians outraged over CPM billboard I have to work hard: Mammootty’s son TAMIL NADU ROUNDUP Rahul good enough to be PM but that’s not his central aim: Priyanka Telecom firms get set for legal battle Fractiousness to hamper Kuwait assembly’s work Scientists on trial for ‘seismic crime’ Gaza renews furniture exports The secret to coping without an ill colleague How to enjoy living in the present moment Seven dead in attack on Afghan police HQ Pakistan PM to appeal against contempt charges Military comeback a distant dream for Taliban QFC Regulatory Tribunal begins hearing cases Lecture by art historian Musical event helps Chinese expats connect with home Jumbo Electronics opens HVAC duct works factory Alfardan Motors ‘official transport provider’ for tennis tournament Qatar Steel signs recycling contract QIB opens City Center branch Health official praises UCQ OMI to set up branch in Qatar Experts to discuss smart transport system US sports envoy meets students Lawrie wins second Qatar Masters title Week-long protest begins in Bahrain Israel holds veto over travel rights of Palestinians: group Veto of UN resolution on Syria stirs outrage Kuwait’s interim cabinet resigns Fighting in south Yemen kills five as truce ends Netanyahu to visit US amid fears of raid on Iran sites Clashes in Egypt rage on; minister backs his forces Heavy snow blankets country - Queen attends service - Minister to vote against Network Rail bonuses - Museum closure slammed by Unesco - BBC asked to reveal award judges identity - Model ‘sanctuary’ faces closure - Olympics could crash the Internet, firms warned - Canal boat owners must pay for staying near sites - £800 spent daily to clean first ‘shared’ road - Defence ministry loses items worth £500,000 Romney cruises to easy win in Nevada Protesters vow to return after Occupy DC sweep - Imams issue fatwa against honour killings - 9-year-old girl gets six-organ transplant - Micron names new CEO Top US diplomats visiting Lanka for talks on civil war Walk for donation Preparing for rally - Malaysia to sign deal for bridge project - Colombo may drop dollar to meet Iran oil sanctions - Nepal in mass poultry cull after flu found - Revival plan for ferry Stilt dance Myanmar poll a key test of reform: UN envoy - Farmers’ rights flouted by land grabs: Wen - Three Tibetans self-immolate - North Koreans begin pilgrimage ahead of Kim birthday - Pyongyang ‘developing unmanned attack aircraft’ - US, Japan ‘agree to partial Marine transfer from Okinawa’ - Singapore faces growing pains as setbacks pile up

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04 Feb ' 19:29

Latest Update: Sunday5/2/2012February, 2012, 02:20

Golf champions give tips to youngsters A budding golfer plays a shot as World number three Lee Westwood watches during a clinic at Doha Golf Club yesterday. Top players Graeme McDowell, Jason Day, Hunter Mahan and Henrik Stenson also took time off to give tips to young members of Doha Golf Club. Meanwhile , in the Qatar Masters, Paul Lawrie of Scotland took a one-shot lead into today’s final round • Russia and China veto League plan Russia and China joined forces in a double veto yesterday to knock down a Western-Arab UN Security Council resolution backing an Arab League plan for Syrian President Bashar al-Assad to step aside. • Qatar Rail ‘to inaugurate first stage in 2019’ Qatar Rail will inaugurate the first stage of its projects in 2019, two years earlier than the expected date of 2021, chief executive Saad al-Mohannadi announced yesterday. • Qatar’s handball team in Asian final Qatar have entered the final of the Asian Handball Championship, beating Japan 33-28 in their semi-final match in Jeddah yesterday. With this win the team has also qualified for the 2013 World Championship in Spain. • Pakistan premier due tomorrow Pakistan’s Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani arrives in Qatar tomorrow on a three-day official visit. Gilani will call on HH the Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani. A high-level delegation accompanying Gilani will sign a number of trade agreements and memorandums of understanding, according to a Pakistani embassy spokesman. • Abbas begins visit to Doha Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and his accompanying delegation arrived in Doha yesterday on several days’ visit to Qatar Sri Lanka president urges ‘courage’ on National Day President Mahinda Rajapakse marked Sri Lanka’s national day by appealing to the country to show “strength and courage” in the face of a worsening global economic crisis. Protest Protesters stand in front of the US embassy during a rally commemorating the 113th anniversary of the Filipino-US war in 1899, in Manila yesterday. Protesters are calling for an end to the Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) and are opposed to the alleged ongoing negotiations between Manila and Washington to station more US troops in the country Philippines/East Asia: Aid agencies hike emergency appeal for Mindanao - Insurgents ‘seeking way’ to hand over abducted Chinese - Myanmar’s Karen rebels say ceasefire ‘fragile’ - Most Japanese towns ‘undecided on tests’ - Death toll rises to 13 in coal mine blast - 6.0 quake strikes off Philippines - Trader to ‘terrorist’ over text - Violence on rise in Colombia SriLanka/Bangladesh: Marking month-long festival - Shun politics of destruction, PM tells opposition leader - Minister: HRW running smear campaign - Bangladesh launches food project for poor

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04 Feb ' 14:50

Latest Update: Sunday5/2/2012February, 2012, 12:41

Research facility making progress New application to enhance e-government accessibility UK visa application charges to be paid online from tomorrow State-wide scheme for geographical info systems now in place Top Vatican officials contest graft claims Euro crisis ‘near end’ Two top universities join hands to offer new degree courses Qatar Projects conference opens today Iran starts producing anti-ship missiles Qatar has lowest jobless rate in Middle East: ILO Unemployment in Qatar is lower than in any other country in the Middle East at 0.6%, QNB Capital has said citing an International Labour Organisation (ILO) report. QF plans more collaborative programmes, says official Qatar needs more than 2,000 scientists and researchers over the next 10 years, Qatar Foundation president Dr Mohamed Fathy Saoud has said. LNG reliability and safety top priority, says ExxonMobil ExxonMobil lays emphasis on ensuring the safety and reliability of its joint venture LNG trains and other strategic assets in Qatar with QP and supplying energy so that the world economies can continue to grow. Seminar focuses on ‘mobile’ solutions The Supreme Council of Information and Communication Technology ( ictQATAR) yesterday opened Everything Mobile, an interactive forum exploring mobile devices and services in the Arab world from a business, consumer and regulatory perspective. Pakistan, Qatar to sign trade deals during Gilani visit Pakistan’s Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani arrives in Qatar on a three-day official visit tomorrow. Gilani will call on HH the Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani. Top sprinters to battle it out at Tour of Qatar Qatar shooters make clean sweep Calm Scot Lawrie eyes second win in Qatar Masters Classic Super Bowl promises grand ending to season Windfall for Jadeja, Vinay Kumar, Jayawardene Team India lose chief sponsor Younis ton puts Pakistan in command Van Persie treble as Arsenal rout Rovers IBQ posts profit of QR573mn in 2011 SE Asia going down the nuclear path Saudi set to tap fuel oil boom with latest pricing for crude Wall Street focus returns to Europe Crisis could push Europe to ‘early grave’: Australia Alshall market review Britain shivers as snow moves in Scouts caught unprepared by squatters from St Paul’s Opposition urges Huhne to forfeit his severance pay Search on for ‘cruise-fall’ Briton ANC upholds suspension of radical youth leader European cold snap maintains its grip French far-right suffers lack of economic credibility 100 Somali rebels killed by copters, says Kenya Four bodies found after PNG ferry accident Senegal opposition pledges joint action Russians rally over Putin Greek debt negotiations ‘on a knife edge’: minister Thousands stranded by floods in Australia Taliban deny Mullah Omar wrote to Obama Pakistan serves up first-class rail luxury Kashmir solidarity rally Record civilian death toll in Afghan war last year: UN Afghan who killed French troops paid to infiltrate army Awareness lectures for labourers held Regional demand for ‘mCommerce’ growing Lecture traces key role of pearls in region’s economy Dukedoms win battle of the bands BMW ‘Official Car’ of Qatar Masters 2012 Instant success for Doha Bank’s Al JANA Shantiniketan marks World Cancer Day QIB holds annual staff meeting Street battles rage in Cairo for third day Syrian protesters storm embassies Tunisia withdrawing recognition of Assad regime Shock and horror in Homs after carnage Dozens hurt in clash over Yemen election Court reprieve for Chidambaram BSF recovers 23kg heroin UK varsity scholarship in honour of slain Pune student Hearing in Aarushi murder case adjourned TN to set up panel to study Kudankulam safety: Jaya Defence research body offers ‘bio-digester’ toilet Congress feels vindicated, BJP says verdict not final No evidence against minister: judge Telenor seeks fair outcome Cyber disagreements risk East-West ‘Cold War’ Graveyard of empires VIEWPOINT US college ratings game set for shakeup An Iraqi film hero in America Top five regrets of the dying Police clearing ‘Occupy DC’ site ‘Icycles’ Whale of a push

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04 Feb ' 00:49

Latest Update: Saturday4/2/2012February, 2012, 03:26

Unique hospitality tent for Sadara members Judith claims top honours in Qatar HRT rehire Karthikeyan for 2012 campaign Arndt wins Ladies Tour of Qatar Judith Arndt of Germany (right) posing on the podium with leading Qatari businesswoman Sheikha Hanadi bint Nasser al-Thani after winning the title at the end of the third stage of the Ladies Tour of Qatar yesterday Play cut to 54 holes as winds batter course What should have been a good day of golf watched by thousands of spectators was ruined yesterday when strong desert winds forced officials to call of the second round of the $2.5mn Commercialbank Qatar Masters after just 163 minutes of action. Hamas leader praises Qatar’s support to Palestinian cause Hamas leader Ismail Haniya praised Qatar’s support to the Palestinian cause at his Friday sermon at Imam Mohamed bin Abdul Wahab Grand Mosque yesterday. • Khamenei warns over embargo, war threats Iran’s supreme leader yesterday threatened to retaliate against the West for sanctions, a day after a US newspaper said defence secretary Leon Panetta believed Israel was likely to bomb Iran within months to stop it building a nuclear bomb. • Abbas, Mishal ‘to meet in Doha’ Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and Hamas chief Khalid Mishal will meet in Qatar tomorrow, Fatah party spokesman Azzam al-Ahmad told AFP yesterday. • Free entry to tournament Spectators will be allowed free entry to the Doha Golf Club today and tomorrow after strong winds brought the second day’s play at the Commercialbank Qatar Masters to a premature end yesterday. The $2.5mn tournament has been reduced to 54 holes because of yesterday’s disruption as winds in excess of 45mph battered the course, disappointing thousands of fans who had hoped to enjoy the action on their weekend holiday. Officials said tournament would be thrown open free of charge to spectators as a goodwill gesture to “make up for their disappointment” of missing the action yesterday. • Minister quits over criminal charges British Energy Secretary Chris Huhne yesterday resigned after being told he will face criminal charges over allegations he dodged a speeding penalty, but vowed to prove his innocence. Director of Public Prosecutions Keir Starmer announced that Huhne and his ex-wife, Vicky Pryce, will be charged with perverting the course of justice over the alleged incident in 2003. • Clashes as anger with military boils over A second day of clashes with Egyptian police left two protesters dead in Cairo yesterday as anger against the ruling military boiled over amid fury at the deaths of 74 people in football-related violence. Marchers took to the streets across the country to demand that the generals cede power immediately after a night of demonstrations in major cities left at least two more people dead elsewhere in Egypt. • UN declares Somali famine over for now An exceptional harvest after good rains and food deliveries by aid agencies have ended famine in Somalia for now but food stocks could run out again in May, the UN said yesterday. • Russia still not happy with UN resolution Russia’s deputy foreign minister yesterday said his country still could not agree to a watered-down version of a UN Security Council resolution on Syria. Indian expats mark Republic Day with mega cultural event A large gathering of Indian community attended a grand cultural programme organised by the Indian Cultural Centre yesterday at Doha Cinema to celebrate the 63rd Republic Day of their country. Students showcase skills at robotics workshop Over 50 high school students from 29 regional schools showcased their programming skills at a two-day Botball Educational Robotics Programme workshop held recently at Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar. Top music director to conduct QPO Programme Music director Michalis Economou will conduct the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra in ‘15 Greatest Hits of Classical Music’ at Katara Cultural Village Opera House today and tomorrow (February 4 and 5, 2012), at 7.30pm. Europe’s big freeze death toll above 220 Temperatures plunged to new lows in Europe where a week-long cold snap has now claimed more than 220 lives and forecasters warned that the big freeze would tighten its grip at the weekend. Three die in Assam train crash Nepal begins releasing ex-rebels from camps US must boost spending on education, infrastructure Islamists win Kuwait polls, women lose Russia rejects UN draft on Syria, deaths mount Street battle rages near Egypt interior ministry Assad faces dilemma as rebels gain momentum Israeli soldier gets Palestinian’s help IAEA team barred from Iran site, say diplomats Jotun Paints to participate in Qatar Projects 2012 DHL supports Qatar Masters golf tournament Vote for change, Priyanka urges UP voters Probe into Patel graft allegations ruled out Kerala coir fest looks to lift exports Court to rule today on Chidambaram fate Stars Riteish, Genelia wed in Mumbai Fireman helps land jet as air traffic controllers ‘sick’ Govt process in deciding army chief’s age ‘vitiated’ Hasina to skip convocation in Calcutta Sri Lanka raises rates, slows lending Tribunal hearing in limbo as witnesses disappear Tigers kill seven villagers in a week Remittances set monthly record Colombo welcomes cruise line tourists Nato to take action against infiltration by Taliban rebels Taliban modernising, says former anti-vice enforcer School bombed by militants Seven Pakistani soldiers killed in militant attack Improvement in of quality of democracy observed Islamabad to auction attractive vehicle numbers Canadians on the edge of debt cliff Seek facts, not comfort Viewpoint LEGAL HELP LINE Giants’ Kiwanuka on top of the world after tribulations Terry stripped of captaincy over racism row England edge ahead in Dubai Ozyaman, Makela-Nummela bag title Data from US, Europe boost hopes for 2012 UK recession risk eases as service sector grows fast US jobs data boost Euro stocks, dollar Hormuz alternatives ‘may not compensate’ for blockade QGRI 2011 net profit jumps 42% to QR170mn WEEKLY QE REVIEW UN court gives life sentence to Khmer Rouge prison chief Militants rely on kidnapping to survive Welcoming lantern festival Police block rights lawyer from meeting German leader Abductions highlight danger to China’s workers abroad Suu Kyi biopic hits black market in Myanmar Philippines on alert for ‘probable’ revenge Obama tells Congress: ‘don’t muck up’ recovery Romney says ‘misspoke’ in gaffe on the poor Chicken wing eating contest Breast cancer fund to restore funding after outcry Oakland hires first black woman as city fire chief Miami named most miserable US city Former Colombia leader gets jail for conspiracy Brazilians pay homage to goddess of the sea Energy secretary quits over criminal charges Opposition attacks ‘corrosive’ bank bonuses Police probe FBI call hacking claim Queen Elizabeth prepares to celebrate diamond jubilee Gillard faces new party leadership discontent Rivals swoop in as Hungary’s Malev stops flying Nine children rescued from cold homes Merkel popularity soars to two-year high: poll Church abuse scandals ‘declining’: Vatican prosecutor Italy’s Monti suffers first key defeat in parliament UN court rules in row over Nazi war claims Russian rebel chief orders halt to attacks on civilians UN declares Somali famine over, for now Nigeria sect ‘spokesman’ says he was not arrested Major flooding creates ‘inland sea’ in east Australia

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03 Feb ' 00:27

Latest Update: Friday3/2/2012February, 2012, 01:39

Qatar, UAE stop trade finance to Iran on sanctions; Bahrain silent Britain appoints first Somalia envoy since 1991 Three senior militants die in Philippine army attack UN chief greeted by shoes on rare trip to Gaza City Egyptian fury at football tragedy Clashes erupted in the Egyptian capital yesterday between protesters and police, as the government scrambled to contain mounting anger over post-football match violence that killed 74 people. League cannot accept to offer concessions’ HE the Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Qatar Sheikh Hamad bin Jassim bin Jabor al-Thani, who is also Chairman of the Arab League’s Committee on Syria, said several meetings were held on Wednesday and yesterday, adding that a progress was made but there are lines on which the Arab League cannot accept to offer concessions. IMF sees ‘low risk’ impact on Qatar A large and prolonged decline in hydrocarbon prices in the next three years is less likely, IMF said in its latest “risk assessment matrix” on Qatar. Daly rolls back the years as Gonzo leads The trouble with lavishing praise on John Daly is that you run the risk of speaking too soon, but such was his performance in the first round of the Commercialbank Qatar Masters yesterday that you are left with no choice. Wild tamed as new champion looms The 4th Ladies Tour of Qatar will be witnessing a new champion. The second stage has clearly brought down the curtains on two time winner Kirsten Wild of the Netherlands and defending champion Elen Van Dijk of Team Specialized Lululemon (SLU). Bjorn tees off Dolphin Energy donation programme The 2011 Commercialbank Qatar Masters Champion Thomas Björn launched Dolphin Energy’s Donation Programme at the Commercialbank Qatar Masters golf tournament yesterday. HMC 999 centre in new initiative Polperro makes a smashing debut Sixers stifle Bulls 98-82 in Eastern Conference clash Inspirational Malkin fuels Penguins fire for Stanley Cup run Legendary Mohammad Ali boxing trainer Dundee dies Lancaster vows new-look England will play their game Beating England 3-0 will be big, says Misbah IPL not a distraction for England, says Strauss Misbah saddened by Amir case I Coast, Ghana on course with Gabon a threat Wenger defiant as Arsenal slip-up in top four bid UK gas prone to spikes as Qatar dominates supplies Europe gets bond market respite, but real economy pain Russia, Ukraine argue over gas as EU reports shortage Fed Reserve will protect US from Europe fallout, pledges Bernanke Shell unveils big growth plans, but at big cost US jobless claims fall, jobs market seen healing Qatar Exchange crosses 8,600 mark despite domestic pullback Kew’s ‘Tropical Extravaganza’ New cancer drug ‘too expensive for NHS’ Murder fears grow after turf war killing Outrage as rail chiefs seek bumper bonuses Puppy love for Kate as prince off to Falklands Death keeps icy grip on Europe Authorities urge Russians to skip anti-Putin protest More than 100 missing after PNG ferry sinks Outcry after Australian 12-year-old is strip-searched Kabila camp wins outright majority Punxsutawney Phil sees six more weeks of winter Romney opens big poll lead in Nevada Guide escapes from Filipino kidnappers Love is in the air Malaysia PM denies shopping spree claims N Korea again snubs Seoul call for talks Ideal School gets SEC accreditation ‘Qatar has third highest density of millionaires’ Northwestern student aims to fight stereotypes Cultural show marks anniversary celebrations Dance school holds grand event Signals for University roundabout GCC policy on roaming rates ‘will hit telecom firms’ QMA holds dinner for staff, families Stenden students honour faculty Football fans outraged at match violence in Egypt Asian missions urged to extend working hours QA launches service to Azerbaijan Qatar Duty Free named ‘Official Retail Partner’ of golf tournament Islamist-led opposition is favoured as Kuwait votes ‘Defaming Islam’ gets Adel Imam a jail term Chidambaram should quit immediately: BJP Verdict not indictment of the govt, says Sibal Court scraps telecom licences Several companies hit by SC judgment Licence cancellation to affect banks Ex-minister completes one year in Tihar Jail A collective failure of the government, says Swamy Telecom sector will see consolidation: experts SC decides to indict Gilani for contempt Govt shuts drugs factory after deaths US plans to halt Afghan combat role early Islamabad will do everything for ‘Afghan-led’ peace Premier accuses Khaleda of plot to unseat govt Kathmandu orders mass eviction of ‘squatters’ Pollution Nepal pensioner claims to be world’s shortest man Bangladesh flag hoisted on Antarctica by minister Man who lost everything on stock market hangs himself Warm winter creates winners, losers in US Facebook’s daunting Asian challenge Going slow on nuclear plans A war anniversary that US wishes to forget Islam: Celebrating the Prophet’s birthday The rights of Allah’s Messenger