Doha: A team of Russian scientists identified new biomarkers linked to the development of eye cancer, specifically uveal melanoma, a malignant tumor that arises in the iris or choroid of the eye. The study, conducted by researchers at the Research Institute of Clinical and Experimental Lymphology at Novosibirsk, focused on molecular processes and markers that influence the heightened risk of

Duyun City: Chinese scientists have discovered a tiny plant species dating back about 410 million years in southwest China’s Guizhou Province, offering new insights into the process of “plant colonization of land.” According to researchers from the Nanjing Institute of Geology and Paleontology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, the Zosterophyllum plant they discovered stands at just 45 millimeters in height, with

Doha: Cultural Village Foundation (Katara) unveiled Wednesday the “Never Give Up” sculpture in the presence of a number of Their Excellencies the ambassadors accredited to Qatar as well as enthusiasts of art and culture. According to Qatar News Agency, the artwork’s sculptor Georgie Poulariani was inspired by his visit to Qatar and the cultural diversity in Katara, resulting in a

Rabat: Arab Ministers of Culture highlighted the importance of promoting cultural and creative industries, as well as investing in the Arab world’s rich human, cultural, and creative resources. According to Qatar News Agency, this came in the closing statement of the 24th session of the Conference of Arab Ministers Responsible for Cultural Affairs, held in Rabat under the theme “Cultural

Doha: Open AI has announced the launch of a new feature for its AI chatbot, ChatGPT, called “Tasks.” This innovative feature allows users to schedule reminders or set recurring requests, enhancing the chatbot’s functionality. For instance, users can set a reminder for morning exercises, and ChatGPT will send a notification at the designated time. According to Qatar News Agency, users

Doha: Egyptian President, Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, received a phone call on Wednesday from US President, Joe Biden, during which they discussed the vigorous mediation efforts made by Egypt, the United States and the State of Qatar to achieve a ceasefire deal in the Gaza Strip and exchange of prisoners and detainees. According to Qatar News Agency, the Egyptian Presidency reported

Gaza City: Two Palestinians were martyred Tuesday in Israeli shelling of Gaza City. Medical sources said that two citizens were martyred and others were injured as a result of Israeli shelling that targeted a group of citizens in Omar Al Mukhtar Street in Al Rimal neighborhood in central Gaza City. According to Qatar News Agency, the sources added that a

BEIRUT: French President Emmanuel Macron will visit Lebanon Friday, marking the second visit by a head of state since Joseph Aoun assumed the presidency. Macron’s visit underscores France’s ongoing commitment to fostering stability and unity in Lebanon. According to Qatar News Agency, the Elysee Palace issued a statement expressing Macron’s desire for the formation of a strong government in Lebanon.