Gymnastics-Germans opt for full-body suits to promote freedom of choice

The German women's gymnastics team opted to wear full-body suits in qualifications at the Tokyo Olympics on Sunday in a move they said was designed to promote freedom of choice and encourage women to wear what makes them feel comfortable. The ..

Tokyo 2020: Tunisia's Hafnaoui surprise 400 freestyle gold makes family proud

Tunisia's Ahmed Hafnaou i was so shocked to see his name in the gold medal position for the 400m freestyle on Sunday he did not believe his eyes but after letting his stunning win at the Tokyo Olympics sink in he said he hoped to have made his fa..

Swimming-Tunisia's 18-Year-Old Hafnaoui Wins Gold in Men's 400 Freestyle

Tunisia's Ahmed Hafnaoui won the Olympic swimming gold medal in the men's 400m freestyle on Sunday in a time of 3:43.36. Australia's Jack McLoughlin won the silver in 3:43.52 and American Kieran Smith took bronze in 3:43.94. Tunisia..

Three nights a week, Hamad International Airport offers free parking

Hamad International Airport (HIA) has announced changes to its parking policy. HIA said that it will be providing people who come to the airport with free short-term parking three nights a week. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday short-term parking will..

Qatar offers 30-day visa-free entry for Pakistani citizens

The 30-day stay can be extended after confirming a return ticket Travellers from Pakistan can now enter Qatar without a visa. The visa waiver is for a 30-day period and will be granted on arrival at immigration, according to an update issued by Qa..

Masked haj pilgrims on Mount Arafat pray for COVID-free world

ARAFAT, Saudi Arabia, July 19 - Thousands of face-masked pilgrims performing Islam's annual haj pilgrimage gathered on Mount Arafat on Monday to atone for their sins, expressing hopes for peace and an end to the COVID-19 pandemic. Saudi Arabia..

Turkey condemns EU court ruling on headscarf ban as violation of freedoms

Turkey on Sunday slammed a ruling by a top European Union court allowing the banning of headscarves under certain conditions as a "clear violation of religious freedoms", adding the move would exacerbate prejudices against Muslim women in E..

Australian scientists develop pain-free blood sugar test for diabetics

Australian scientists say they have developed the "holy grail" of blood sugar testing for diabetics, a non-invasive strip that checks glucose levels via saliva. For diabetics, managing their blood sugar levels typically means pricking th..

Australian scientists develop pain-free blood sugar test for diabetics