August 25, 2025

4.8-Magnitude Earthquake Struck Balikesir, Western Turkiye

Balikesir: A magnitude 4.8 earthquake struck the Sindirgi district of Balikesir in western Turkiye.

According to Qatar News Agency, the Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD) said in a statement that the earthquake had a magnitude of 4.8…

Qatar News Agency Concludes Daily Broadcast for August 24, 2025

Doha: Qatar News Agency is now closing its daily transmission for Sunday, Aug. 24, 2025.

According to Qatar News Agency, the closure marks the end of the day’s scheduled programming. The agency regularly provides news coverage and updates on variou…

Oil Edges Up on Fed Rate Cut Hopes

Doha: Oil prices edged higher on Monday as expectations of a US interest rate cut buoyed the outlook for global growth and fuel demand. Brent crude futures rose 6 cents, or 0.09%, to $67.79 and West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures gained 9 cent…

Japanese Stocks Rise on Fed Rate Cut Hints

Doha: The Japanese Nikkei stock index rose in the first trading session of the week on Monday, supported by gains in the technology sector, amid investor optimism over expectations of interest rate cuts by the US Federal Reserve. The Tokyo Stock Excha…