Brutal murder near Bishkek: Body of foreigner found buried in field - | 24.KG
The body of a murdered man was discovered in Alamedin district of Chui region, sources in law enforcement agencies reported. According to preliminary reports, the body was found outside the village of Archaly. The victim has been identified as a foreign citizen. Several people have been detained on»»»
Saudi Arabia’s role in Artemis II moon mission highlighted
RIYADH: More than 1,000 people took part in a virtual seminar organized by Makkah’s education authority on Tuesday about Saudi Arabia’s contribution to the recent NASA moon mission. The session entitled “Saudi Arabia Towards Space … Contribution to the Artemis II Mission,” was attended by specialis»»»
Apple switches CEO: What it means for the tech giant
BusinessUnited States of AmericaApple switches CEO: What it means for the tech giantNik MartinApple's top hardware engineer John Ternus will lead the $4 trillion iPhone maker, as Tim Cook steps back. Will Apple chase rivals for the smartest intelligence, or deliver the best personal AI experience? »»»
Lebanon to Request One-month Truce Extension in Israel Meeting
Lebanon will request a one-month extension of the ceasefire during its meeting with Israel in Washington on Thursday, a Lebanese official told AFP. The official, who spoke on condition of anonymity given the sensitive nature of the topic, said "Lebanon will request an extension of the truce for one»»»
Middle East war live: Lebanon to request one-month truce extension in Israel talks – Ya Libnan
Share: A woman walks past an anti-US and anti-Israel mural, in Tehran on April 21 2026, amid a ceasefire in the region. © Atta Kenare, AFP Lebanon will ask for a one-month ceasefire extension in its talks with Israel in Washington on Thursday, according to an official. Earlier, Iran seized two ship»»»
Druzhba pipeline restarts Russian oil flows to Europe, unblocking EU loan for Kyiv
BUDAPEST/BRUSSELS: Russian oil flowed through the Ukrainian section of the Druzhba pipeline on Wednesday after a halt lasting months, officials said, allowing Hungary to lift its veto on a 90 billion euro ($105.79 billion) EU loan urgently needed by Kyiv. The Druzhba pipeline has become one of the »»»
Political tribalism is blocking democratic progress - UPI.com
former Guatemalan President Vinicio Cerezo, a signatory of the Esquipulas peace accords, demonstrated how leadership can expand political space by prioritizing dialogue and regional peace over permanent confrontation. File Photo by Juan Pablo Pino/EPA April 22 (UPI) -- Latin America is moving throu»»»
‘Butter Chicken Tsunami’ remark sparks outrage in New Zealand
A senior New Zealand minister has sparked outrage by deriding a planned free trade deal with India as a "butter chicken tsunami". Wellington is poised to sign a free trade agreement with India in New Delhi next week. Also Read: Australia: Albanese demands apology as senator’s anti-Indian remark spa»»»
Pakistan to cut car duties, open market by 2030
Dubai: Pakistan is set to roll out a sweeping new five-year auto sector policy in consultation with the International Monetary Fund, aimed at slashing import tariffs, restructuring duties and opening up the vehicle market by 2030, The News reported on Wednesday. Under the $7 billion Extended Fund F»»»
dnata commits A$32 million to new Sydney cargo hub
Dubai: Dubai-based dnata will invest around Dh77 million (A$32 million) to build a new cargo terminal at Western Sydney International Airport, strengthening air freight capacity in Australia’s busiest logistics corridor. The global air and travel services provider said the purpose-built facility wi»»»
Watch: Dubai unveils new Metro project connecting 15 areas
Dubai has announced an ambitious new addition to its public transport network with the launch of the Gold Line metro project. Revealed on X by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai the Dh34 billion initiative will span 42»»»
US halts Iraq dollar cash shipment after militia strikes, sources say
BAGHDAD/DUBAI: The United States has halted a shipment of about $500 million in cash bound for Iraq and suspended parts of its security cooperation with Baghdad, in a move aimed at pressuring the Iraqi government over the actions of Iran-backed militias, Iraqi sources told Reuters. The measures wer»»»
Tunisia gets offers in 27,000 ton corn tender, traders say
HAMBURG: The lowest price offered in a tender from Tunisian state grains agency ONF on Wednesday to purchase around 27,000 metric tons of animal feed corn was believed to be $267.09 per ton, cost and freight (c&f) included, European traders said. No purchase has yet been reported and offers are»»»
Hezbollah’s Islamic Resistance fighters targeted newely established Israeli artillery emplacement in Al-Bayyada with an attack drone, setting one of its fire control rooms ablaze: Military Media statement 1 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah’s Islamic Resistance fighters targeted newely established Israeli artillery emplacement in Al-Bayyada with an attack drone, setti»»»
Casualties in Israeli strike on a vehicle on Tiri main road: Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Casualties in Israeli strike on a vehicle on Tiri main road: Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon 22-04-2026 15:21 PM Latest News Urgent»»»
Lebanon to request one-month truce extension in Israel meeting: official to AFP
BEIRUT: Lebanon will request a one-month extension of the ceasefire during its meeting with Israel in Washington on Thursday, a Lebanese official told AFP. The official, who spoke on condition of anonymity given the sensitive nature of the topic, said “Lebanon will request an extension of the truce»»»
Lebanon to request one-month truce extension in Israel meeting
Lebanon will request a one-month extension of the ceasefire during its meeting with Israel in Washington on Thursday, a Lebanese official told AFP. The official, who spoke on condition of anonymity given the sensitive nature of the topic, said "Lebanon will request an extension of the truce for one»»»
UAE Indian consular services to shift from BLS to Alhind from July 1
Abu Dhabi: Indians in the UAE will need to use a new service provider for passport renewals, visa applications, and other consular services from July 1, after tour and travel firm Alhind Tours and Travels won a three-year contract to replace the long-standing operator BLS International. The Embassy»»»
Russian enterprises interested in developing Kyrgyzstan's berry industry - | 24.KG
A working meeting was held at the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan with Igor Bugorsky, CEO of the largest importer of berry products, the Berry Union of the Russian Federation. During the meeting, berry production and the industry’s export potential we»»»
Iranian navy opens fire on international shipping near Strait of Hormuz - UPI.com
At least two cargo ships reported being fired on near the key Strait of Hormuz shipping lane where Tehran is once again jockying with the United States for control in a long-simmering dispute illustrated by this view of Iranian navy speed boats conducting military exercises off southern Iran back i»»»
Europe's €24bn energy shock: What the EU's emergency plan means for you
Dubai: The European Commission has launched a sweeping energy emergency package after the conflict in the Middle East pushed the bloc's fuel import costs up by €24 billion — without delivering a single additional unit of energy. The European Commission on Wednesday unveiled a broad package of emerg»»»
UAE’s real estate market thrives in Q1 despite Iran conflict
RIYADH: The UAE’s real estate sector remained resilient in the first quarter of 2026 despite conflict in the Middle East, while office markets in Dubai and Abu Dhabi remained tight due to limited new supply, according to CBRE. In its latest report, the real estate consultancy said that average offi»»»
More expensive flights ahead as Philippine fuel surcharge jumps levels
Dubai: Airfares have been expected to rise again, with authorities increasing fuel surcharges to near-maximum levels. The Philippine Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB) has raised the passenger and cargo fuel surcharge to level 19 for the second half of April. In an advisory released today, the CAB has n»»»
Mesarovic, Guangzhou mayor discuss potential investments in Serbia
GUANGZHOU - Serbian Deputy PM and Minister of Economy Adrijana Mesarovic, who is on a visit to Guangzhou, China, met with the city's mayor Sun Zhiyang on Wednesday to discuss opportunities for investments in Serbia by Guangzhou-based companies. "This city is famous for research and development cent»»»
PIF backs State Street’s new Saudi equity ETF in latest global market push
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund has become an anchor investor in a newly launched exchange-traded fund by State Street Investment Management, one of the world’s largest asset managers. The newly launched ETF, State Street Saudi Arabia Enhanced Active Equity UCITS ETF, or SAQL, activel»»»
Makkah Route expands in Indonesia as first Hajj flights take off
JAKARTA: Indonesia started its Hajj flights on Wednesday with expanded access to the Makkah Route, as Saudi authorities added a new major Indonesian airport to the flagship initiative that streamlines immigration procedures for pilgrims. Indonesia, the world’s biggest Muslim-majority country, will »»»
Russia is back in international sports with flag and anthem (VIDEO)
A Russian national team has appeared at a major team sport event under the national flag and anthem for the first time since 2022. The women’s water polo team became the first Russian squad to participate in a competition in a full-fledged status after the World Aquatics lifted all the restrictions»»»
OneClickDrive expands car rental marketplace across Morocco, including Marrakech
OneClickDrive, the mobility marketplace that has established a strong presence across the UAE and wider Middle East, has extended its platform to Morocco, offering travelers, residents, and tourists a structured way to compare and book vehicles across the country's major cities. The platform is now»»»
China Has Developed Into Indispensable Nation for Green Transition in World
In an era marked by ecological challenges, development dilemmas and geopolitical dynamics are increasingly intertwined. Through a series of innovative practices, Chinese modernization offers a "green solution" to some of humanity's pressing questions of survival and development. Rooted in the wisdo»»»
Planning child travel? Philippines names pages to avoid fake travel clearance services
Dubai: Parents planning to send children to travel have been advised to avoid relying on unverified social media services, as Philippine authorities have officially named Facebook pages offering fake travel clearance assistance. The Philippine Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), th»»»
Vista Bank makes debut on Bucharest Stock Exchange with bond issue worth EUR 17 million
The bonds listed today are part of a broader Medium‑Term Notes (MTN) Programme, under which the Bank may issue bonds in several tranches. The maximum nominal value of all tranches under the programme amounts to EUR 100 million. Key features of the bond issue VISTA36E: “We welcome Vista Bank to the »»»
ING Bank launches 3-year fixed-rate mortgage, with promotional interest rate starting at 4.79%
Customers can apply for the offer 100% online via Home’Bank and benefit from a transparent discount structure that helps them customize their interest rate. With these offers, ING Bank Romania ranks among the top three most competitive mortgage solutions on the local market, according to an analysi»»»
Romanian companies expect stable hiring levels but shift in skill requirements as a result of AI integration
The implementation of artificial intelligence solutions in companies is still in its infancy, as 47.4% of employers participating in the most recent survey by eJobs Romania stated they use such solutions sporadically. This usage is often individual, at the employees’ initiative, rather than a resul»»»
Vasile Țiple, TechAngels: Defence tech becoming key investment vertical
Vasile Țiple, Board Member of TechAngels and Defence Angels European Network (DAEN), talked to BR about Romanian investors’ strategic transition into the pan-European defence sector. He mentioned that AI-driven technologies are redefining security resilience and highlighted the critical importance »»»
Timișoreana celebrates its 20th anniversary alongside the Romanian Football Cup
Over the past 20 years, the Romanian Cup has offered Romanians some of the most intense and memorable moments in local soccer: spectacular comebacks, dramatic finals, first-time trophy wins, and editions that have gone down in history for the intensity with which they were played. From the remarkab»»»
Everything you need to know about the NBE’s 2026 Platinum triple savings certificate
The National Bank of Egypt (NBE) announced a new adjustment to interest rates on its three-year Platinum Certificate – one of the most prominent savings instruments in Egypt. This move reflects the banking sector’s efforts to keep pace with economic changes. The new rate adjustment offers customers»»»
Will Iran war reshape global trade more than COVID?
TradeGlobal issuesWill Iran war reshape global trade more than COVID?Nik MartinAs the Iran war simmers, trade experts wonder if this conflict will reshape supply chains more than the pandemic. Companies are already rethinking strategies to future-proof revenues from other geopolitical risks. https:»»»
PIF Anchors State Street’s Newly Launched Saudi Equity ETF
The Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) and State Street Investment Management (State Street IM), one of the world’s largest asset managers, launched on Thursday the State Street Saudi Arabia Enhanced Active Equity (SAQL) with PIF as anchor investor. The fund actively invests in equities of companie»»»
InRento enters Romania with a new financing solution for real estate project owners
InRento is a pan-European investment platform launched in 2020 in Lithuania, to provide financing for real estate developers who need speed, simplicity, and certainty. The FinTech company has already financed more than €90 million in investments and has returned over €28 million to more than 4.400 »»»
Pakistan's capital holds its breath with US-Iran talks in limbo
Islamabad, Pakistan: Pakistan's capital was still locked in gear on Wednesday to host high-stakes US-Iran talks that were pushed back at the last minute overnight, but many residents began to tire of the heavy personal and economic toll of tight security restrictions. Markets were quiet, government»»»
Sakib Hussain: IPL quick whose mum sold her jewellery to fund cricket dream
New Delhi: Sakib Hussain's father is a labourer from India's poorest state and his mother sold her jewellery to buy him bowling boots. Their sacrifices -- and his tears -- paid off after the 21-year-old fast bowler made an instant impact in the Indian Premier League. He claimed 4-24 for Sunrisers H»»»
Lufthansa cuts 20,000 summer flights to save jet fuel costs – What's next for European airlines
Dubai: Lufthansa Group has slashed 20,000 flights from its summer schedule in a bid to cut jet fuel costs as the Iran conflict pushes jet fuel prices sharply higher, the airline announced late Tuesday. The move by the German aviation giant is now setting the tone for what could be a turbulent seaso»»»
Media Review: April 22
The topic of how the new parliament will look like after the elections dominates Wednesday’s news media. POLITICS 24 Chasa’s front-page article presents the governance programme of Rumen Radev’s Progressive Bulgaria, which won the April 19 elections under the headline, “Life according to Radev: Sta»»»
Strait of Hormuz Blockade Drives up Costs at Panama Canal
The war in the Middle East has boosted demand to move vital cargo through the Panama Canal to such an extent that one vessel carrying liquefied natural gas (LNG) paid $4 million to skip the line and avoid a wait that can take up to five days, according to an official report. A surge in such payment»»»
UAE fuel prices for May 2026: Will you see a sharp drop next month with Iran ceasefire?
Dubai: UAE motorists are unlikely to see a sharp drop in fuel prices in May, even as global oil markets ease from March’s peak. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.Crude has pulled back—but not enough to signal a full correction. Brent crude is now tr»»»
Saudi Arabia has strong financial buffers to confront Iran war impact: IMF Middle East director
RIYADH: “This is a multidimensional shock.” That is how Jihad Azour, director of the Middle East and Central Asia Department at the International Monetary Fund, summed up the bleak outlook gripping the region, describing the current war as an earthquake not seen in geopolitics and economics for fiv»»»
Israel FM calls on Lebanon to 'work together' with Israel against Hezbollah
Israel's foreign minister on Wednesday urged Beirut to make joint efforts with Israel to counter the Lebanese armed group Hezbollah, ahead of talks between the countries set to resume in Washington. "Tomorrow the direct talks between Israel and Lebanon will resume in Washington DC. I call on the go»»»
Bucharest set to receive EIB loan tranche of almost €266 million to upgrade tram network
Bucharest is set to receive a loan tranche of almost €266 million from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to upgrade the urban tram network. The city will use the financing to renovate around 50 kilometres of tram tracks. It will also introduce new tram vehicles and upgrade depots to increase speed»»»
Manila bets on chips, AI and critical minerals in 'hub' strategy — what it promises
Manila: The global race for microchips and AI hardware is reshaping Southeast Asia. Manila’s move to join "Pax Silica" and help build a 16.2-km2 "free zone" in the Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC) forms part of a catch-up industrial strategy. The plan: Align the country towards advanced supply chains »»»
Bin Talal sells stake in Murdoch’s 21st Century Fox
Saudi billionaire Al-Waleed bin Talal has sold his remaining stake in Rupert Murdoch’s 21st Century Fox Inc., according to Bloomberg. Bin Talal had been a shareholder in Murdoch’s companies for about 20 years, the news agency added. The Saudi prince began investing in Fox News in 1997 and was one o»»»