Gulf Independent - cardinals

Pope creates 17 cardinals, 'Princes of the Church'

Pope Francis will create 17 new cardinals from across the globe Saturday in a time-honoured ceremony, elevating them to an elite body that advises and elects popes.

4:45 AM November 25 2016

ARABIA

MMR vaccine safe and effective, says ministry

The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) has affirmed that the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine “is safe, effective and gives long-term protection”, and this has been proved by its use globally for more than 40 years.

4:45 AM November 25 2016

CULTURE

Ukrainian Verniaiev swings to gold on parallel bars

Ukrainian Oleg Verniaiev made up for narrowly missing out on the all-around gymnastics title by winning the parallel bars gold at the Olympics yesterday.

4:45 AM November 25 2016

ARABIA

Pokémon Go groups in Qatar plan regular meetings at safe locations

Pokémon Go groups in Doha are planning to hold regular gatherings and activities even as they stress the need to be cautious while playing the game.

4:45 AM November 25 2016

SPORT

Google sets up special team to screen new apps

The change brings Google Play, a bazaar for digital games, social media apps and entertainment software, closer to Apple Inc's tightly controlled App Store.

4:45 AM November 25 2016

ARABIA

AHB Group team takes part in friendly game

Team members from Ahmed Hassan Bilal Group Trading & Contracting Company participated in a friendly match at the West Bay Cricket Grounds on Tuesday as part of National Sport Day.

4:45 AM November 25 2016