CBSE curriculum revamp: Major 2026‑27 syllabus changes explained
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will phasedly implement its new curriculum starting 2026-27, officials said on Friday. The reforms include the three-language formula for Class 6 and a two-level system in mathematics and science for Class 9, according to a PTI report. Three-language »»»
GRIFID Encanto Beach Hotel Develops New Detox Programme for Guests
GRIFID Encanto Beach Hotel in the Golden Sands resort has developed a new detox programme for its guests. The programme offers stays of varying length designed to promote health, balance and body harmony, the hotel manager Anita Atanasova told BTA. Key elements of the GriFit D-TOX programme are thr»»»
Trump: JD Vance will be new fraud czar, focus on 'blue states' - UPI.com
1 of 3 | Colin McDonald listens as Vice President JD Vance speaks during his swearing in as Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday. Pool Photo by Will Oliver/UPI | License Photo April 3 (UPI) -- Vice President JD Vance is now the government's fra»»»
Hegseth’s Pentagon Purge Designed to Prevent a Mutiny: Karen Kwiatkowski
The secretary of war’s dismissal of Army Chief of Staff General Randy George and two other top generals signals intensifying rot in the Department amid the Iran war, former senior DoD insider-turned whistleblower Karen Kwiatkowski says. General George represented “experience in Army battlefield ope»»»
What do astronauts eat on the way to the Moon? Inside the Artemis II menu
Dubai: NASA’s ambitious Artemis II mission, which launched on April 1, is sending four astronauts on a historic 10-day journey around the Moon aboard the Orion spacecraft. The Space Launch System (SLS) rocket lifted Orion and its four-person crew - Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and J»»»
Gattuso resigns as Italy coach after World Cup flop
Rome: Gennaro Gattuso quit as Italy coach on Friday, as the Azzurri's failure to reach a third straight World Cup continued to send shockwaves through Italian football. A World Cup winner in 2006, Gattuso leaves after less than a year in charge of Italy, a team which has fallen far behind historic »»»
Misleading media reports could “poison Jury” in Charlie Kirk murder trial – former lawyer to RT
Inaccurate media reporting on the latest statements by the defense team in Charlie Kirk’s murder case shows that there is a real risk of “poisoning the jury” and affecting the trial, legal commentator and former lawyer David Freiheit has told RT. Earlier this week, several outlets reported, citing »»»
CruiseHub: Cruise vacations, the safest option, especially in unpredictable times
Market data and booking behavior observed by CruiseHub specialists clearly highlight this shift: Romanian tourists are no longer just looking for a destination, but for a worry-free, well-organized vacation, where they can visit multiple places in a short time without having to manage every detail »»»
Carrefour Romania is now taking applications from local artisans in Bucharest area
Through its hyper-local “From Here, Close By” initiative, Carrefour Romania supports locally sourced Romanian products on its shelves, with a footprint that continues to expand. Today, 1,300 Romanian producers supply hypermarkets and supermarkets located within a radius of up to 50 km. An important»»»
Russia’s services sector slips back into contraction posting 49.5 as demand softens
Russia’s services sector returned to contraction in March, as weaker demand weighed on activity despite a modest improvement in business confidence, according to data published by S&P Global on April 3. (chart) »»»
Dubai announces EV supercharging stations across 600 parking spaces in parks, beaches
Dubai: Dubai Municipality has launched a new initiative to install electric vehicle (EV) supercharging stations across 600 parking spaces in public parks, beaches, and recreational facilities, with a planned investment of Dh150 million. The project is being implemented in partnership with Emarat EV»»»
Philippines: Solar loan turns sun's power into a salary deduction — how to apply
Manila: The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS), the $32.4-billion pension fund for state workers, has introduced the "Ginhawa Solar Energy Loan" (GSEL), which could potentially rewire how millions of Filipinos think about paying for electricity. Under this loan programme, GSIS extends the m»»»
Healthcare Forum Debates Funding, Staffing and Access to Medicines
Experts and institutional representatives discussed problems in healthcare and possible solutions at the 13th national healthcare forum NEXTGEN HEALTH on Friday. Participants included representatives of the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF), the professional organizations of doctors and pharmac»»»
Lebanon's displaced face rising hostility as airstrikes fuel fear and evictions
When the Israel- Hezbollah war broke out in early March, Hussein Shuman fled the heavy bombardment of the southern suburbs of Beirut, but he didn't bother trying to rent an apartment elsewhere. In areas deemed "safe" because the Lebanese militant group has no presence, he feels that Shiite Muslims »»»
Clash between Libya’s religious and secular authorities regarding the permissibility of surcharging for e-payments
A clash is occurring between Libya’s secular and religious orders as to the permissibility of merchants imposing an extra charge for receiving payments, for goods or services, electronically versus in cash. The religious viewLast Wednesday (1 April), the Libyan Fatwa House in Tripoli (Dar Al-Ifta) »»»
On This Day, April 3: Police capture Theodore Kaczynski, the 'Unabomber' - UPI.com
On April 3, 1996, the FBI raided a Montana cabin and arrested Theodore Kaczynski, a former college professor, accusing him of being the "Unabomber" whose mail bombs had killed three people and injured 23 since the 1970s. 1 of 5 | On April 3, 1996, the FBI raided a Montana cabin and arrested Theodor»»»
Abu Dhabi Police fulfil young brothers’ patrol wish
Al Ain: Abu Dhabi Police have fulfilled the wish of two young brothers by inviting them to accompany a special children’s patrol, in a humanitarian initiative aimed at strengthening community engagement and promoting road safety awareness. A team from the Traffic Awareness and Education Branch at t»»»
Qatar face India, New Zealand in FIBA 3x3 Asia Cup
Doha, Qatar: Qatar will open their campaign at the FIBA 3x3 Asia Cup in Singapore today, taking on India and New Zealand in Group D as they target a strong start in the preliminary round. Qatar meet India in their opening fixture before facing New Zealand later in the day, in what shapes as a tough»»»
LuLu Hypermarket lights up in blue for World Autism Awareness Day
Doha, Qatar: LuLu Hypermarket marked World Autism Awareness Day 2026 by illuminating its D-Ring Road branch in blue, demonstrating support for individuals with autism and promoting awareness across the community. Aligned with this year’s global theme, “Autism and Humanity – Every Life Has Value “wh»»»
Hegseth Asked US Army Chief of Staff to Step Down
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has asked General Randy George to step down as chief of staff of the US Army, an official said Thursday. The official, who spoke on condition of anonymity, confirmed a report from US broadcaster CBS that said George had been asked to take immediate retirement. The »»»
World Autism Awareness Day: Expert advice helps parents support children during stressful moments
Doha, Qatar: As the world marked World Autism Awareness Day yesterday, parents and caregivers are being encouraged to better support children with autism, particularly during times of stress and uncertainty. Consultant Developmental Pediatrician at Sidra Medicine, Dr. Aboud Babiker Ali Eltom says s»»»
Trump sacks attorney general Bondi, Hegseth asks US Army Chief of Staff to step down
US President Donald Trump fired Attorney General Pam Bondi on Thursday after months of strained relations and named his former personal lawyer to serve as the acting chief of the Justice Department. Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth has asked the U.S. Army Chief of Staff Randy George to step down»»»
'An eye for an eye': Israel’s death penalty law is retaliatory and electorally motivated
The Israeli parliament's adoption of a law establishing "the death penalty for terrorists" – which in practice will only apply to Palestinians – has provoked an international outcry. The reasons for it passing are not just retaliatory, but politically motivated. "This is historic! With Go»»»
India’s new digital rules tighten the noose on freedom of speech
Journalists, news outlets, satirists and cartoonists are among the spate of citizens targeted by India’s increasingly strict laws on digital censorship. Critics say that a new set of rules will further expand executive power over the internet and signal a growing digital authoritaria»»»
Pentagon Fires Army Chief of Staff, 2 Generals in One Day
Chief Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell has confirmed the reports about the retirement of Gen. Randy George as the chief of staff of the army. "General Randy A. George will be retiring from his position as the 41st Chief of Staff of the Army effective immediately. The Department of War is grateful fo»»»
Trump Seeking Way Out of Conflict With Iran Amid Upcoming Congressional Elections — Report
US President Donald Trump is seeking a way out of the conflict with Iran, fearing that a protracted military operation could undermine Republicans' position in the midterm congressional elections, the Time magazine reported, citing sources. The US leader wants to declare victory and end hostilities»»»
IntelliNews launches IntelliNews Reputation Leaders Awards
April 2, 2026. bne IntelliNews, a leading provider of business news and data about emerging markets, today announces the launch of the IntelliNews Reputation Leaders Awards – an independent, annual awards programme that recognises companies whose leadership and public reputation stand out across ke»»»
IntelliNews launches IntelliNews Reputation Leaders Awards
April 2, 2026. bne IntelliNews, a leading provider of business news and data about emerging markets, today announces the launch of the IntelliNews Reputation Leaders Awards – an independent, annual awards programme that recognises companies whose leadership and public reputation stand out across ke»»»
IntelliNews launches IntelliNews Reputation Leaders Awards
April 2, 2026. bne IntelliNews, a leading provider of business news and data about emerging markets, today announces the launch of the IntelliNews Reputation Leaders Awards – an independent, annual awards programme that recognises companies whose leadership and public reputation stand out across ke»»»
IntelliNews launches IntelliNews Reputation Leaders Awards
April 2, 2026. bne IntelliNews, a leading provider of business news and data about emerging markets, today announces the launch of the IntelliNews Reputation Leaders Awards – an independent, annual awards programme that recognises companies whose leadership and public reputation stand out across ke»»»
UK convenes 35-nation summit to plot Hormuz reopening as Washington stays away
Foreign ministers from 35 countries will meet on April 2 in a British-led effort to restore shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, with the United States, Iran and Oman all absent from the virtual summit chaired by Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper, the Associated Press reported. »»»
UK convenes 35-nation summit to plot Hormuz reopening as Washington stays away
Foreign ministers from 35 countries will meet on April 2 in a British-led effort to restore shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, with the United States, Iran and Oman all absent from the virtual summit chaired by Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper, the Associated Press reported. »»»
IntelliNews launches IntelliNews Reputation Leaders Awards
April 2, 2026. bne IntelliNews, a leading provider of business news and data about emerging markets, today announces the launch of the IntelliNews Reputation Leaders Awards – an independent, annual awards programme that recognises companies whose leadership and public reputation stand out across ke»»»
Polish manufacturers signal optimism despite Middle East scare, new PMI reading suggests
Poland’s Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) rose to 48.7 points in March from 47.1 in February, signalling a slower deterioration in manufacturing conditions but remaining below the 50-point threshold that separates growth from contraction, S&P Global said on April 1. »»»
Czech PMI improves to 52.8 in March, best in four years
The Czech manufacturing PMI index compiled monthly by the market intelligence company S&P Global Market Intelligence posted 52.8 in March, the best result since April 2022. It is also the first time since spring 2022 w»»»
IntelliNews launches IntelliNews Reputation Leaders Awards
April 2, 2026. bne IntelliNews, a leading provider of business news and data about emerging markets, today announces the launch of the IntelliNews Reputation Leaders Awards – an independent, annual awards programme that recognises companies whose leadership and public reputation stand out across ke»»»
US military shake-up: Army chief and generals ousted
Washington: Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has ousted the Army's top uniformed officer and two other generals, the Pentagon said Thursday without giving a reason for the departures while the United States is waging a war against Iran. General Randy George "will be retiring from his position as the »»»
Republican senators speak out against Trump move to leave NATO - UPI.com
U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., joined Democratic Sen. Jeanne Shaheen in countering President Donald Trump's renewed overtures that he wants to pull the United States out of NATO. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo April 2 (UPI) -- Two Republican members of the U.S. Senate have broken with Pre»»»
Back to Israeli Occupation of South Lebanon?
A month into Israel's war against Hezbollah, invading Israeli troops are gradually advancing in south Lebanon, raising fears for the area's fate following the last Israeli occupation that lasted nearly two decades. Since war erupted last month, Israeli officials have said Israel intends to establis»»»
Danish warship sunk by Nelson's British fleet discovered after 225 years
Copenhagen: More than 200 years after being sunk by Adm. Horatio Nelson and the British fleet, a Danish warship has been discovered on the seabed of Copenhagen Harbor by marine archaeologists. Working in thick sediment and almost zero visibility 15 meters (49 feet) beneath the waves, divers are in »»»
ICAO Council condemns Iranian attacks on Gulf states and Jordan, affirms threat to aviation safety
Doha, Qatar: The Council of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), during its 237th session, adopted a firm resolution based on a joint working paper submitted by the State of Qatar, the Kingdom of Bahrain, the Arab Republic of Egypt, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the State of Kuw»»»
Argentina Expels Iran's Charge D'affaires
Argentina's government declared Iran's charge d'affaires, Mohsen Tehrani, "persona non grata" and expelled him from the country, Argentina's Foreign Minister said in a statement on Thursday. The measure orders Tehrani to leave the country within 48 hours. The decision comes in response to a stateme»»»
Syrian Troops Uncover Tunnel Network on Lebanon Border
In rugged terrain along the Syrian-Lebanese border, yellow bulldozers raised earthen berms in front of armoured vehicles while soldiers combed through tunnels they said were used by Hezbollah, as Syria reinforces its side of the border. Syria is seeking to stay out of the regional war, whose flames»»»
Flights are getting expensive again — here’s what’s driving it and what UAE travellers should know
Dubai: Airfares from the UAE are climbing sharply as airlines grapple with a surge in jet fuel prices, tighter capacity and operational disruptions linked to the ongoing geopolitical situation in the Middle East. For travellers planning summer holidays or last-minute trips, the message is becoming »»»
Could a Maidan-style coup happen in Hungary?
Polls ahead of the Hungarian elections point to an opposition victory, but players behind the scenes expect Prime Minister Viktor Orban to come out on top. Others say it’s a scenario ripe for a Kiev-style ‘color revolution’. READ MORE: Battle for Hungary: EU attacks on Orban are a sign of worse thi»»»
World's oldest tortoise very much alive despite death rumors
London: Reports of the death of the world's oldest living land animal - a nearly 200-year-old tortoise - were greatly exaggerated. Jonathan, believed to be 193, is still kicking - albeit slowly - on the island of St. Helena. "It was a hoax," Anne Dillon, head of communications on the island, told T»»»
UAE parents welcome distance learning extension: 'Our children's safety comes first'
Dubai: The UAE government's decision to extend distance learning until April 17 amid regional tensions has been met with relief and gratitude by parents, who say their children's safety outweighs any disruption to routine. For Praseetha Rajesh, a mother of two whose elder daughter Anushka is a univ»»»
Strait of Hormuz crisis worsens as over 40 nations push to restore shipping
London: Britain accused Iran on Thursday of holding the world's economy hostage as diplomats from more than 40 countries held talks on ways to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping route that has been choked off by the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran. The U.S. is not attending the virtual mee»»»
Israel slowly crawls into south Lebanon amid stiff resistance and occupation fears
A month into Israel's war against Hezbollah, invading Israeli troops are gradually advancing in south Lebanon, raising fears for the area's fate following the last Israeli occupation that lasted nearly two decades. Since war erupted last month, Israeli officials have said Israel intends to establis»»»
Filipino workers in UAE can now send money faster with du-GCash tie up
Dubai: Sending money home could soon become faster and more flexible for thousands of Filipinos living in the UAE. Digital wallet platform du Pay has partnered with GCash to improve cross-border transfers, aiming to make it easier for overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) to support families back home. »»»