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EU to launch unprecedented military mission in the Mediterranean Thousands have died in the past 18 months trying to seek refuge on European shores by way of the treacherous Med crossing. The EU is set to approve plans for a sweeping naval mission to stop the human trafficking. The European Union's foreign and defense ministers were scheduled to convene in Brussels...

Biography: Nawal Al Zoghbi (born June 29, 1972, al El-Dib, Lebanon) is a Lebanese pop vocalist. Performing in Arabic, she has a fan base throughout the Arab world has a following amongst Arab expatriates in North America and Europe. Her musical career has spanned over 20 years. Nawal George Al Zoghbi is a Lebanese singer. Born to a Maronite Catholic family...

"This recipe was passed down through my family for years. If you're looking for a great tasting, tender chicken breast, this is what you're looking for - Greek style." Ingredients 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 1 cup extra virgin olive oil 1 lemon, juiced 2 teaspoons crushed garlic 1 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper 1/3 teaspoon paprika   Directions SERVINGS: 4 PREP: 10 mins COOK: 25 mins READY IN: 1...

Report: Growing population putting pressure on Qatar car prices Qatar’s rapidly increasing population is driving up vehicle maintenance and ownership costs, causing car owners here to be among those literally paying the price for the country’s rapid growth. Last week, Qatar’s Ministry of Planning Development and Statistics (MPDS) reported that transportation costs jumped 6 percent last month compared to April 2014. Analyzing...

Report: Qatar among region’s strongest in developing human capital When it comes to unlocking the talent of its workforce, Qatar fares well above most of its MENA peers, according to a new index from the World Economic Forum. The 2015 edition of the Human Capital Report assessed 124 countries on factors such as education levels, skills and employment rates. Out of the...

One killed after crane falls down on Old Airport Road in Qatar At least one person has been killed and three people injured after part of a construction crane collapsed near F Ring this morning, the manager of the company that planned to use the crane has said. Witnesses who spoke to Doha News said the crane fell across both sides...

Well, I can help a bit with a well-priced outfit. Most wedding invitations are vague on dress code, so use the happy event as an excuse to buy yourself a summer dress. The most on-trend frock for this year would be in white lace or broderie anglaise. If you’re feeling bullish, give one a whirl, but brides can be such...

Man killed in roominghouse fire Firefighters at the scene of a fatal blaze early Sunday, May 17, 2015 on Dupont St. near Symington Ave. (John Hanley/Special to the Toronto Sun) TORONTO - A man is dead after fire tore through a roominghouse on Dupont St. early Sunday. Toronto Fire Services confirmed the man was found unconscious shortly after firefighters arrived on the...

Qatar Wins Three Awards at Arab Festival for Radio and Television Tunis, May 17 (QNA) - Qatar Television and Radio has won three awards at the 16th edition of the Arab Festival for Radio and Television which concluded last night in Hammamet city in Tunisia. Qatar Television won the first prize of the children's programs competition for "Schools", and the...

Ed Carpenter not injured in scary Indianapolis 500 practice crash INDIANAPOLIS – Two-time defending Indianapolis 500 pole-winner Ed Carpenter was unhurt in a violent crash during a pre-qualifying morning practice on Sunday at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Carpenter’s No. 20 Chevrolet appeared to lose control out of Turn 2 and flipped over and tumbled after striking the outside wall SAFER Barrier. He...

US forces kill IS leader Abu Sayyaf in Syria US troops flew into eastern Syria and killed IS militant leader Abu Sayyaf in what Washington has called a "major blow" to the terrorist group. Sayyaf is believed to have handled the IS' oil and financial operations. The US Special Forces killed senior "Islamic State" (IS) militant Abu Sayyaf and captured his...

Suicide bomber strikes near Afghanistan's Kabul airport A car bomb has exploded on a road near the main airport in Afghanistan’s capital, Kabul killing at least two people. Reports suggest the bomb was targeting vehicles of the European Union police training mission. At least two people were killed and 18 wounded when a powerful suicide blast struck during the peak hour...

When is one ready to get married? We are ready for marriage… 1. When we give up on perfection We should not only admit in a general way that the person we are marrying is very far from perfect. We should also grasp the specifics of their imperfections: how they will be irritating, difficult, sometimes irrational, and often unable to sympathise...

Illegal taxis continue to thrive in Doha Illegal taxis continue to do flourishing business in different parts of Doha, especially during weekends, Gulf Times investigations have revealed. A whirlwind tour undertaken to many locations in Doha yesterday afternoon proved that a large number of illegal taxi operators are active near Mowasalat’s Central Bus Station at Al Ghanim and at other places,...