India hits back at Trump 'hellhole' remarks amid growing political backlash
Remarks by US President Donald Trump describing India in derogatory terms have triggered a strong backlash from New Delhi, Indian American lawmakers and community leaders, threatening to cast a shadow over ties between the two countries. The controversy erupted after Trump reposted a message on soc»»»
Lebanon ceasefire extended as Trump hopes for historic deal
Washington, United States: US President Donald Trump announced Israel and Lebanon on Thursday extended a shaky ceasefire by three weeks, as he voiced hope for a historic three-way meeting soon and a potential peace deal. Trump, at a standstill in negotiations with Iran, spoke in glowing terms of pe»»»
Over 8,000 Russian Civilians Killed by Ukraine Since February 2022 - Ambassador Miroshnik
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - More than 8,000 Russian civilians have been killed and almost 20,000 have been injured in attacks by the Ukrainian armed forces since February 2022, Rodion Miroshnik, the Russian Foreign Ministry's special envoy for crimes of the Kiev regime, said on Friday. "The total number of »»»
Is the Iran war depleting US weapons too fast?
The United States’ war effort against Iran is reshaping more than just the Middle East battlefield — it is beginning to test the limits of Washington’s global military readiness. In just over a month of fighting, the US has burned through thousands of high-end missiles and munitions, raising concer»»»
23 Romanian entrepreneurial companies received the Deloitte “Best Managed Companies” certification
Over 100 companies participated in this edition of the program, of which 30 reached the main stage, that of the workshops and recertification interviews conducted by Deloitte Romania together with the program partners, a stage that allowed them to analyze their performance according to the Deloitte»»»
Kyrgyzstan plans to extend timber export ban - | 24.KG
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. »»»
Al-Manar correspondent: Lebanese PM arrives in Beirut’s Ain Al-Tineh to meet Speaker Nabih Berri - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent: Lebanese PM arrives in Beirut’s Ain Al-Tineh to meet Speaker Nabih Berri 24-04-2026 11:47 AM Latest News Urgent New»»»
‘Shukran, UAE’: How a Dubai community choir turned real-life stories into a musical tribute
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»»»
Why is April so hot in UAE right now? How long will it last? Summer weather forecast explained
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»»»
Israeli enemy forces conducted wide-scale demolish operation in Khiam: 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 Israeli enemy forces conducted wide-scale demolish operation in Khiam: Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon 24-04-2026 11:48 AM Latest N»»»
Oil Rises on Concern Over Escalating Middle East Tensions
Oil rose on Friday on concerns of a renewed military escalation in the Middle East after Iran released footage of commandos boarding a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, and a lack of progress in re-opening the key waterway. Navigation through the strait, which before the war carried about a fifth»»»
Chdia claims Qatar Gold Sword as Sovereign Spirit wins Gold Trophy
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-»»»
Washington adopts first contract under "AUKUS" agreement with London and Canberra to support nuclear submarines
Washington: The United States has approved the first contract under the trilateral security cooperation agreement “AUKUS” with the United Kingdom and Australia, linked to the project of building nuclear-powered submarines. The US government announced today the deal, valued at $196 million, which wa»»»
Qatar beach handball team extends perfect run in Sanya
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»»»
Qatar to clash with El Salvador in World Cup warm-up in Los Angeles
Doha, Qatar: Qatar will take on El Salvador in an international friendly at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles on June 6, the Qatar Football Association announced yesterday, as Al Annabi continue their build-up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The match forms part of a crucial overseas training camp designed to»»»
Israelis express mixed views on Lebanon talks
Residents in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv expressed mixed views on talks between Israel and Lebanon, with opinions ranging from calls for diplomacy to deep skepticism over Hezbollah’s role. “I always believe that you can talk, but you have to be prepared for war,” said Ben Kurtzer, a Jerusalem resident. »»»
Italian peacekeepers replace Jesus statue wrecked by Israeli soldiers
Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni on Thursday thanked Italian peacekeepers serving in southern Lebanon for donating a new crucifix to the village of Debel after the original was destroyed by an Israeli soldier in an incident that drew international criticism. Meloni said images showing the crucifix be»»»
FSB major general Vladimir Shchemelinin appointed to head Russia’s border with ‘difficult Nordic neighbours’
The senior officer, who has been accused by Ukrainian military intelligence of involvement in criminal activities on European territory, has been appointed head of the FSB Border Guard Directorate for Karelia. Vladimir Shchemelinin is the new head of the FSB directorate responsible for guarding the»»»
Heavy showers expected in western regions of central and southern areas
Tunis, April 24 (TAP) – The weather, on Friday, will be partly cloudy across the whole country. Then it will become very cloudy in the afternoon over the western regions of the center and the south, where thunderstorms will develop, accompanied by...»»»
Trump eyes Lebanon-Israel meeting in weeks, deal this year
U.S. President Donald Trump said Thursday he expected the Israeli and Lebanese leaders to meet with him over the next couple of weeks and voiced hope for a permanent peace deal this year. "I think there's a very good chance of having peace. I think it should be an easy one," Trump told reporters as»»»
Lebanese ambassador says Trump's help 'can make Lebanon great again'
Speaking alongside Trump in the Oval Office, Israeli Ambassador to the U.S. Yechiel Leiter said Israel and Lebanon “have never been next to each other more than today.” Leiter thanked Trump and Vice President JD Vance for a day he said was decades in the making. “We are going to keep going, working»»»
IEA sees 'tight' liquefied natural gas markets through 2027
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»»»
Aster DM Healthcare recognized as Great Place To Work in UAE and other GCC countries
Dubai: Aster DM Healthcare, one of the largest integrated healthcare providers in the region, has once again been certified as a Great Place To Work in the UAE and across its regional markets – Bahrain, Jordan, Oman, Qatar and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). The recognition highlights Aster’s co»»»
Norway Plans to Ban Social Media Use by Children Under 16
Norway said on Friday it would present a bill in parliament by year-end to ban children from using social media until they turn 16, making technology companies responsible for the task of age verification. Several European nations seeking to rein in children's use of social media after Australia »»»
Norway to ban social media for under-16s
Oslo: Norway said Friday, April 24, 2026, it will present a bill this year making it the latest country seeking to ban social networks for under 16s, adding that technology companies will be responsible for verifying the age of its users. "We are introducing this legislation because we want a child»»»
ICC panel finds sufficient evidence to try former Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte - UPI.com
A three-judge panel of the International Criminal Court has ruled there is enough evidence to try Rodrigo Duterte, seen here as the president of the Philippines in 2019, on charges of committing crimes against humanity. File Photo by Keizo Mori/UPI | License Photo April 24 (UPI) -- A three-judge pa»»»
Al Rayyan clinch Gulf Club Champions League title
Doha, Qatar: Al Rayyan delivered a strong second-half performance to thrash Saudi Arabia’s Al Shabab 3-0 in the final and lift the Gulf Club Champions League (GCCL) trophy at Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium yesterday. David Garcia, Aleksandar Mitrovic and Roger Guedes scored in the second half to delight the»»»
Trump says Lebanon and Israel agree to extend ceasefire by 3 weeks
U.S. President Donald Trump said Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah by three weeks after talks at the White House on Thursday. Trump said the meeting between the ambassadors of Israel and Lebanon to the United States went "very well." The meeting was t»»»
‘WBCD crowns Qatar’s efforts in spreading knowledge and awareness’
Doha: The world marks World Book and Copyright Day (WBCD) on April 23, an annual observance established by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (Unesco) to celebrate books and authors and recognise their contribution to cultural progress, intellectual development, an»»»
Joint Qatari, Egyptian exhibition opens in Doha
Doha: Al Markhiya Gallery has opened a joint exhibition featuring works by prominent Qatari artist Yousef Ahmed and late Egyptian artist Hazem El Mestikawy at the Fire Station: Artists’ Residence. The exhibition presents 15 works by Ahmed and 12 by El Mestikawy, with both artists drawing inspiratio»»»
Saudi scientists revive endangered fish after 30-year absence
RIYADH: After three decades of absence, the critically endangered Arabian Bream is being brought back from the brink through a joint breeding program between the National Center for Wildlife and King Abdullah University of Science and Technology. The effort has achieved a 90 percent survival rate a»»»
J.P. Morgan and Bloomberg to include Saudi government sukuk on emerging market bond indices
RIYADH: Saudi riyal-denominated government sukuk is approved for inclusion in the J.P. Morgan Emerging Markets Government Bond Index and the Bloomberg Emerging Market Local Currency Government Index. According to a statement, J.P. Morgan confirmed that Shariah-compliant bonds from the Kingdom will »»»
Interior Ministry's Acting Secretary General Says He Has Been Pressured
In a video message on Facebook, Interior Ministry's acting Secretary General Georgi Kandev said that he had been pressured. "Yesterday [Thursday], I received my own message: 'Go home!' Those who have long relied on silence and obedience are trying the same approach again - with the same words and t»»»
Thai court accepts ethics case against opposition leader, MPs
BANGKOK: A Thai court decided on Friday to hear a case against 10 MPs, including the leader of the largest opposition party, for trying to reform the royal insult law, but refrained from suspending them. The progressive People’s Party, led by Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut, came second in February’s gen»»»
Dubai’s Al Habtoor takes Lebanon to international court — here’s why
Dubai: Dubai-based Al Habtoor Group has initiated international arbitration proceedings against the Lebanese Republic, escalating a long-running dispute over its investments in the country. The UAE conglomerate said late last night that it has formally filed a Request for Arbitration with the Inter»»»
Watch: Therapy animals bring smiles to Gaza children
Dubai: In a small art studio in the Gaza Strip, children are finding comfort and joy through an unusual form of therapy — interacting with animals. Rabbits, dogs, hedgehogs and birds are part of structured psychological support sessions designed to help children cope with stress. Project leader Ras»»»
Citigroup Warns Romania: Political Uncertainty Increases the Risk of Fiscal Slippage
Political uncertainties increase the probability of fiscal slippage with budgetary deficit over the announced target and put pressure on the Romanian-lei denominated bonds, warn the Citigroup analysts. The domestic government securities market is the main source of funding for the government’s borr»»»
Abrudan: Minority government the most readily available option at present
Senate President Mircea Abrudean said on Thursday that a minority government is "the most readily available option" at present, adding that if MPs from across parties can be found to support the reforms under the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR), it would not pose "a problem" for Romani»»»
PM Bolojan acknowledges PSD ministers' resignations, will forward replacement proposals to President Dan
Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan said on Thursday that he has taken note of the resignations submitted by the PSD-backed ministers and will send President Nicusor Dan the proposals for their replacements."I have taken note of the resignations of the PSD-backed ministers, which were registered around noo»»»
Thai court accepts ethics case against opposition leader, MPs
Bangkok: A Thai court decided on Friday to hear a case against 10 MPs, including the leader of the largest opposition party, for trying to reform the royal insult law, but refrained from suspending them. The progressive People's Party, led by Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut, came second in February's gen»»»
‘Quran Teacher’ programme to be piloted in select schools from Sunday
Doha, Qatar: The Chairman of the Committee for Developing and Enhancing Quran and Arabic Language Education, Professor Dr. Sultan Ibrahim Al-Hashimi, has announced that the “Quran Teacher” programme will officially begin implementation in schools from Sunday as part of a national effort to strength»»»
'Cretaceous Kraken' Prowled the Seas During the Age of Dinosaurs
The Kraken is a huge tentacled sea monster from Norse folklore that drags ships and sailors down into the deep. During the age of dinosaurs, new research shows, there existed a creature as close to a real-life Kraken as you could possibly get - an enormous octopus that prowled the seas as an apex p»»»
Behind The Scenes: US-Israeli Military Decisions Shaping Iran's War
Although US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have made the ultimate war and ceasefire decisions regarding Iran, The Jerusalem Post revealed the details and extent to which Israeli Army Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir, US Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine, a»»»
Akhil Marar sparks outrage over pregnancy remarks; Kerala women, doctors push back
Dubai: Filmmaker and former Bigg Boss Malayalam winner Akhil Marar has come under fire for his recent comments on pregnancy, with women, doctors, and activists in Kerala strongly pushing back against his views. In a recent interview, Marar described pregnancy as a “natural process” that has been tu»»»
Hormuz Crisis Throws Spotlight on World's Largest 'Chokepoint' - the Malacca Strait
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has forced policymakers in Asia to face questions over the security of other maritime chokepoints, including the Strait of Malacca, which is the world's busiest waterway for international trade. Importance of The Malacca Strait The 900-km (550-mile) long Malacca »»»
Wildfires spread towards northern Japan town
Tokyo: Flames from raging wildfires in northern Japan were spreading towards the centre of a town Friday, April 24, 2026, with authorities urging more than 2,500 people to evacuate their homes, media reports and the government said. As of Friday morning, fires in the mountainous areas of Iwate regi»»»
A 60-Day Deadline Could Pressure Trump on Ending the Iran War
Washington - Robert Jimison Over nearly eight weeks of war in Iran, Republicans in Congress have turned back repeated efforts by Democrats to halt the operation and force US President Donald Trump, who began the conflict without congressional authorization, to consult with lawmakers on the military»»»
Oil rises on fears of renewed Middle East escalation
Singapore: Oil prices rose on Friday, April 24, 2026, on concerns that renewed Middle East tensions and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz could tighten global supply. Brent crude futures rose $1.23, or 1.17%, to $106.30 per barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude gained $1.07, or 1.1»»»
South Korea prosecutors seek 30 years for Yoon over drone flights into North
SEOUL: South Korean special prosecutors requested a further 30-year term on Friday for jailed ex-president Yoon Suk Yeol for allegedly sending military drones into North Korea in 2024. Yoon is accused of ordering the incursion to help create the pretext for his failed declaration of martial law tha»»»
Arab artists on display at the Diriyah Contemporary Art Biennale
Etel Adnan ‘Untitled’ The late Lebanese-American artist and writer was renowned for her use of bold colors in her paintings. “(Her) vibrant compositions unfold through rich, geometric fields of color, reflecting a dynamic interplay between abstraction and her deep-rooted engagement with landscapes »»»