BELGRADE - Serbian Minister for International Economic Cooperation and the Social Position of the Church in the Country and Abroad Nenad Popovic said on Friday that, throughout history, the Serbs had never had a closer friend or a more dependable ally than Russia, and noted that Serbia needed Russi»»»

Islamabad: Iran’s top diplomat is expected to travel to Pakistan by this weekend for talks, two Pakistani officials said on Friday. The officials declined to provide any other details about Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi’s visit, other than to say he would be accompanied by a small governm»»»

The dollar was on track for its first weekly gain in three weeks on Friday in broadly muted trading, as stalled peace negotiations between the US and Iran dampened hopes for an immediate easing of Middle East tensions. While Lebanon and Israel extended their ceasefire for three weeks ahead of its e»»»

Unsure which degree will lead to a strong career, or which path will actually pay off in the long run? With industry demands changing and new fields emerging across technology, business and sustainability, students today are weighing more choices, and more uncertainty, than ever before. This is whe»»»

Athens: Greece on Friday named over 250 beaches in environmentally important areas that must be left in their natural state, amid ongoing efforts to limit the impact of overtourism in its multi-billion-euro travel industry. The initiative bans the use of umbrellas and sunbeds for hire in areas both»»»

Abu Dhabi: UAE travellers will soon have more flight options to the United States. UAE flag carrier Etihad Airways is ramping up services to Chicago and Charlotte amid strong demand. From June 15, the airline will double its flights to Chicago and upgrade its recently launched Charlotte route to da»»»

Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai and one of the most followed royals on social media, set the internet buzzing today, April 24, with a simple yet i»»»

Throughout this conflict, one of the biggest impacts on many of our I’ve been wearing a beaming smile while dropping my children off at school this week. Not because I was glad to get them out of the house after several weeks of remote schooling (honestly), but because they got to laugh with their »»»

Dubai: Overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in the UAE and across the Middle East can request help through official government channels during crises such as conflict, disasters, or personal emergencies. The Philippine Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA), Department of Migrant Workers (DMW),»»»

The Macroeconomic Confidence Index of the CFA Romania Association dropped significantly in March, falling by 10.2 points to 38.2. This decline reflects a deterioration in the perceptions of financial analysts regarding both economic prospects and the current situation. According to a statement rele»»»

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Skopje, 23 April 2026 (MIA) - Government Spokesperson Marija Miteva told a press conference on Thursday that Makpetrol has reduced the retail price of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) by Mden 5 per liter, i.e. from Mden 59 to Mden 54, as of midnight. In addition, a decrease of Mden 10 per kilogram has»»»

The spa centre at Ensana Aquahouse Hotel in the Sts. Constantine and Helena resort near Varna, on the Black Sea, is developing new anti-stress programmes, spa manager Nikolay Popov told BTA. The services are used mainly by working people who need mental recovery. The programmes target to reduce chr»»»

Skopje, 23 April 2026 (MIA) - Minister of Energy, Mining, and Mineral Resources Sanja Bozhinovska participated Thursday in the Engineering the Infrastructure of Energy Security panel discussion at the Delphi Economic Forum, as part of which high government representatives and energy leaders discuss»»»

Skopje, 23 April 2026 (MIA) - Parliament Speaker Afrim Gashi will host on Friday the 20th Conference of Presidents/Speakers of Parliaments of the Adriatic-Ionian Initiative (AII) held as part of the country’s chairmanship of the AII. The meeting will be attended by presidents, vice‑presidents, and »»»

Skopje, 23 April 2026 (MIA) - Parliament Speaker Afrim Gashi met Thursday with the Chairman of Bosnia and Herzegovina's House of Peoples, Kemal Ademović. Speaker Gashi expressed satisfaction with the excellent relations between the two countries, highlighting the role of Bosniaks in the country and»»»

The figures highlight the growing importance of calendar-driven travel moments, as more travelers take advantage of extended weekends to plan quick, efficient trips abroad. A perfect setup for short getaways With a natural window of four to five days, the May 1st holiday is ideally suited for city »»»

Businesses and academia risk assuming that the baby boomer generation, aged 60-85 as of this report launch, is uninterested in adopting AI, leaving a huge demographic behind from a societal inclusion perspective, and a missed opportunity from a business perspective. EY Ripples and Older Adults Tech»»»

Abu Dhabi: The UAE has completed its first-ever rail shipment of passenger vehicles for a car dealership, marking a major shift in how vehicles are transported across the country. The milestone saw Al Masaood Automobiles partner with Etihad Rail Freight - a subsidiary of Etihad Rail - to move a shi»»»

As part of BR’s new interview series with professionals in the Media & Marketing sector, we sat down with Irina Mateescu, Founder at Digitalee, and talked about the agency’s present and future, the expectations for the industry in 2026, the changes that are about to happen, as well as how will AI i»»»

OVES Enterprise, a Romanian software development company with expertise in creating complex software solutions and AI-driven innovations for the aerospace, defense, and cybersecurity industries, is in talks to raise EUR 55 million, according to a statement by the company. The initiative comes short»»»

Dubai: Pilgrims preparing for Hajj 2026 have been urged to take their required vaccinations at least 10 days before departure in order to reduce the risk of infectious diseases during the pilgrimage. The Emirates Health Services (EHS) said early vaccination is essential to allow the body time to bu»»»

The Chairman of the Tripoli Chamber of Commerce, Anwar Bousta, received the Chargé d’affaires and Deputy Ambassador of Germany to Libya, Daniel Schemsky, at the Chamber’s Tripoli headquarters yesterday. The Chamber’s Board members Essam Al-Jahani and Saad Al-Dhawi were also present. The meeting aim»»»

The Libyan-Spanish Economic Forum (23-24 April), organized by the Libyan General Union of Chambers of Commerce in conjunction with the Spanish Chamber of Commerce, commenced yesterday in Madrid. The General Union of Chambers said the forum saw high-level participation from government officials and »»»

Political developments involving Rumen Radev’s Progressive Bulgaria electoral dominance and Borislav Sarafov’s resignation as acting prosecutor general dominate Friday’s news media, highlighting broader debates on power consolidation and judicial independence in Bulgaria. POLITICS Capital leads wit»»»

Hybe Chairman Bang Si-hyuk speaks to reporters as he arrives at the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency on Sept. 15, 2025, for questioning over unfair stock trading allegations. File Photo by Yonhap Prosecutors said Friday they have rejected a police request for an arrest warrant for Bang Si-hyuk, cha»»»

Discrimination when applying for a job was reported by 53.7% of a total of 592 respondents in a survey by the Commission for Protection against Discrimination (CPD). According to 47.8%, there is discrimination when hiring, and according to 33.1% - when paying. The CPD study analyzes the manifestati»»»

LIVERPOOL: Arne Slot warned Friday that “margins are small” in the Premier League as Liverpool aim to strengthen their push for a place in next season’s Champions League. The Reds are fifth in the table after two straight league wins, five points clear of Brighton, who have played a game extra. The»»»

McDonald’s served approximately 400,000 customers daily, with over 59 million orders recorded throughout the year. At the same time, the company opened 8 restaurants in several cities across the country: Bucharest, Ploiești, Iași, Timișoara, Bacău, Baia Mare, and Mediaș. The positive growth in 2025»»»

Authenticity, empathy and a people-first approach have become essential leadership imperatives in times of disruption, said panelists during a discussion titled The Human Side of Leadership: Influence & Impact at the Limitless forum. Also Read: Limitless forum: Clarity of communication key to build»»»

One of Dubai’s most congested corridors has undergone a dramatic transformation, with the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) completing the full scope of works on Hessa Street Development Project between Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road. The result is one of the city’s most visible traffic succ»»»

The Sofia City Prosecutor’s Office has launched pre-trial proceedings on its own initiative, following a media report about potential abuses at the Road Infrastructure Agency and the free roadside assistance service, the prosecution said. Under the proceedings, witnesses are questioned, documents h»»»

Geneva: The warming El Nino weather phenomenon, which pushed global temperatures to record highs the last time around, is expected back in the middle of this year, the UN said Friday. The United Nations' weather and climate agency said El Nino conditions were likely as early as the May to July thre»»»

Liverpool: Arne Slot warned Friday that "margins are small" in the Premier League as Liverpool aim to strengthen their push for a place in next season's Champions League. The Reds are fifth in the table after two straight league wins, five points clear of Brighton, who have played a game extra. The»»»

Tokyo, April 24 (SANA) The US dollar edged higher on Friday and was set for its first weekly gain in three weeks, as a lack of progress in Washington–Tehran talks weighed on expectations for a near-term easing of geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Market analysts, cited by Rueters, said the »»»

Dubai: As global airlines cut flights and trim operations amid jet fuel shortages, the UAE's ENOC Group and Emirates Petroleum Company (Emarat) signed a deal to ensure uninterrupted jet fuel availability across the country’s airports. The agreement, announced on Friday, is focused on strengthening »»»

Kyrgyzstan is reintroducing a temporary ban on the export of timber and timber products outside the Eurasian Economic Union. The Cabinet of Ministers has submitted the decree for public discussion. The restriction will be in effect for six months and applies to the main types of timber and lumber. »»»

Dubai: For many residents in the UAE, stories of opportunity, safety, and belonging are deeply personal. But this Dubai-based choir is bringing those stories to life through music. Dubai Camerata Singers has released “Shukran, UAE: A Tribute of Gratitude,” a non-commercial video built around a chor»»»

Dubai: Across the UAE, temperatures have surged well above what is typical for April, catching many residents off guard after weeks of surprisingly mild and even cool weather. The mercury has already broken 44°C in parts of the country this week and the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has sign»»»

Doha, Qatar: Chdia produced a commanding display in the Gr 1 Purebred Arabian contest over 2000m, powering to victory for Wathnan Racing to claim the Qatar Gold Sword at Al Rayyan Racecourse yesterday. H E Sheikh Thani bin Hamad Al-Thani awarded the Qatar Gold Sword. H E Sheikh Jassim bin Tamim Al-»»»

In January — February 2026, foreign trade in meat products in the Kyrgyz Republic saw a sharp increase in imports, while domestic exports declined significantly. The United States, Russia, and China accounted for the majority of the influx. Data from the National Statistical Committee say. Imports:»»»

A federal judge on Thursday ordered immigration officials to release the family of Mohamed Sabry Soliman, 45, who is accused of attacking a group of people demonstrating in support of the release of Israeli hostages in June 2025. File Photo Courtesy of Boulder Police Department/UPI | License Photo »»»

Leadership demands accessibility to people, and being present when it matters most defines its true strength, highlighted Debanjali Kamstra, Founder and Managing Director, Veloche Group, during a fireside chat at the Limitless forum. Also Read: Limitless opens with focus on leadership, resilienceAl»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s beach handball team continued its dominant performance at the Asian Beach Games - Sanya 2026, securing two convincing victories yesterday against Bangladesh and Mongolia, both with identical 2-0 scorelines in the group stage. The team delivered dominant performances in both mat»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Lusail International Circuit (LIC) has concluded a standout edition of its Mixed Training Day, drawing more than 1200 participants onto its iconic 5.38 km track in a fully enhanced and integrated sports and wellness experience. The event represents a significant evolution of the co»»»

The Antimonopoly Regulation Service of Kyrgyzstan analyzed the cost of fuel and lubricants in the EAEU countries and neighboring states and explained the reasons for price variations within the country. Kyrgyzstan compared to EAEU and neighboring countries As of April 23, the cost of gasoline and d»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Chamber (QC) recently held a meeting with H E Ashraf Khodjaev, Ambassador of the Republic of Uzbekistan to the State of Qatar, who was received by Mohammed bin Ahmed Al Obaidli, QC Board Member and Head of the Food Security Committee. The meeting reviewed economic and trade relat»»»

Paris: Liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplies are likely to remain strained through the end of 2027 due to disruptions and infrastructure damage from the US-Iran war, the International Energy Agency said Friday, April 24, 2026. Energy prices have soared since Tehran effectively closed the Strait of H»»»

Abu Dhabi: Air Arabia Abu Dhabi has announced the launch of direct flights to Amman Civil Airport (ADJ) in Jordan, with the new service set to begin on May 1, 2026. The route will operate three times a week between Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi and Amman Civil Airport, offering passenger»»»

CTM360, a Bahrain-based cybersecurity company, showcased its global presence as a Platinum Sponsor at the FIRST Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) Conference 2026, held in Munich, Germany. The event, organized by the Forum of Incident Response and Security Teams (FIRST), brought together leading cyber»»»