When there are money issues, the instinct reaction of many Romanians is to tighten the belt immediately. They cut off expenses, delay purchases, give up what seems not urgent. A recent survey shows that this quick adaptation hides a major vulnerability: for many, a simple unexpected expense can thr»»»

The government on Thursday analysed, in a first reading, a bill on criteria that will be the basis for the designation of essential companies for national defence, economic, energy, food and social security, as well as for the functioning of critical infrastructures."The Executive analysed, in a fi»»»

The construction of the first cross-border interconnection quantum communication infrastructure between Bulgaria and Romania was officially launched at a ceremony held at the Institute of Robotics at the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences in Sofia on Thursday, Bulgaria's Innovation and Growth Ministry a»»»

Populism is flourishing, as if they were not seeing that there is a global economic crisis, as if it had been forgotten that Romania is at a time of excessive deficit procedure and not even half of the path of budgetary correction has been made, according to aid Valentin Lazea, chief economist of t»»»

Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan announced on Thursday that a solution has been found for the social package to be supported by the coalition, mentioning that agreement had been reached to reduce spending related to the payment of certain rights obtained by magistrates through court rulings.Bolojan also»»»

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte welcomed Romanian President Nicusor Dan to NATO Headquarters in Brussels Thursday (19 March 2026) for his first official visit, praising Romania's steadfast role as an Ally since joining in 2004, https://www.nato.int/ ...»»»

Mumbai: A deluge of weight loss drugs is set to transform the global fight against obesity as India prepares to unleash low cost generic versions of injections like Ozempic after a key patent expired Friday. The move will dramatically widen access to treatments that have long been considered a luxu»»»

The digital age has fundamentally reshaped how we consume news and entertainment, creating a dynamic interplay between different platforms. What begins as a headline on a desktop monitor might evolve into a viral video viewed on a smartphone, illustrating the fluid consumption habits of today's aud»»»

The digital age has fundamentally reshaped nearly every industry, and the gambling sector is certainly no exception. What was once the exclusive domain of opulent brick-and-mortar establishments has transitioned into a sprawling online universe, accessible with a few clicks. This transformation, wh»»»

Drone and missile strikes linked to Iran sparked fires at key refineries in Kuwait and Bahrain on Friday, while air defence systems in Saudi Arabia and Qatar intercepted multiple drones and missiles, raising tensions across the Gulf. Authorities confirmed that emergency teams contained the blazes a»»»

TEHRAN (Sputnik) - The Iranian military struck targets in West Jerusalem and Haifa on Friday, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said. "During the 66th phase of Operation True Promise 4, targets in West Jerusalem, Haifa in the region were successfully hit," the IRGC said in a statement qu»»»

Beneath the powder snow at internationally popular Japanese ski resort Niseko, anxiety is mounting among residents over soaring prices and a massive influx of overseas workers. At a time when Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is talking tough on immigration, upscale Niseko has never been more popular w»»»

Giggles and songs ripple across a field in rural eastern Uganda where elderly women swing cricket bats as a way to reshape what ageing, health and sports can look like in later life. The so-called "cricket grannies" are bound together by a growing love of a game they initially knew nothing about bu»»»

1 of 8 | Prime Minster Sanae Takaichi of Japan makes remarks as she stands with President Donald Trump during a dinner in the State Dining Room of the White House in Washington, D.C., on Thursday. Photo by Aaron Schwartz/UPI | License Photo March 20 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump hosted Prime Mini»»»

Syria's President Ahmed al-Sharaa said on Friday the 2026 budget was set at around $10.5 billion, nearly triple last year's level, state TV reported. He said GDP is estimated to reach $60 billion-$65 billion this year, adding the economy could return to 2010 levels and improve services. Speaking af»»»

The election campaign, in Bulgaria, for the early parliamentary vote scheduled for April 19 officially began at midnight on March 20 and will continue until April 17, followed by a day of reflection on April 18. At the same time, members of parliament have entered a pre-election recess. This will b»»»

China will be in a stronger position to extract concessions from Donald Trump when the US president finally visits Beijing after becoming entangled in his Middle East war, analysts say. Trump had been due in the Chinese capital at the end of this month for talks with President Xi Jinping, but has d»»»

This bright holiday affirms the timeless values of faith, morality, and human dignity, which are at the foundation of every democratic society, caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gurov said this on the occasion of the Eid al-Fitr holiday, quoted by the Council of Ministers on Facebook on Friday. The P»»»

On March 20, 1995, 12 people were killed, and more than 5,000 made ill in a nerve-gas attack on the Tokyo subway system. A 13th victim died a day later and a 14th in 2008. 1 of 7 | A photo taken on June 16, 1995, shows Aum Shinrikyo cult founder Shoko Asahara (C, back), born Chizuo Matsumoto, being»»»

Dubai: Overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in the UAE have been urged to remain vigilant after authorities have found a rise in scams linked to travel assistance programmes amid the current regional tensions. In an advisory, the Migrant Workers Office (MWO) in Dubai and the Northern Emirates has warne»»»

Israel launched a new wave of strikes on Tehran on Friday after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Iran was being "decimated", and as Gulf nations faced a fresh set of attacks. The Iranian capital, under near daily bombardment since a joint US-Israeli attack started the war on February 28, was »»»

Dubai: Gold prices in Dubai edged higher on Friday morning, reversing the sharp declines seen earlier this week, even as markets remain surprisingly muted to escalating geopolitical tensions from the ongoing US-Israel war on Iran. (Check latest UAE gold prices here, alongside prices in Saudi Arabia»»»

As the clock struck midnight and Eid Al-Fitr began, celebrations took on a deeply personal meaning for Pakistani couple Saqib Rauf and Farah Diba Sakib. Inside Burjeel Hospital, the couple welcomed their newborn son, an arrival that felt nothing short of poetic on a day defined by joy, gratitude an»»»

Iranian attacks ‌have knocked out 17% of Qatar's liquefied natural gas (LNG) export capacity, causing an estimated $20 billion in lost annual revenue and threatening supplies to Europe and Asia, QatarEnergy's CEO and state minister for energy affairs told Reuters on Thursday. Saad al-Kaabi said two»»»

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and daughter Ju Ae tried out the country's new battle tank in large-scale military drills, state media reported on Friday, in the latest sign that she was being groomed as his heir. Photos released by state media showed a chuffed-looking Kim sitting on top of the mov»»»

A US F-35 stealth warplane was hit by suspected Iranian fire and made an emergency landing at an American air base in the Middle East, US media reported on Thursday. “The aircraft landed safely, and the pilot is in stable condition,” Captain Tim Hawkins, spokesman for US Central Command, said in a »»»

Syria’s defense ministry said border guard forces in the outskirts of Flita area west of Damascus had foiled an attempt to smuggle weapons across the Syrian-Lebanese border after what it described as a tightly executed ambush. The ministry’s media and communications office said the operation led to»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani expressed his wishes of a Blessed Eid Al Fitr to the people, residents of Qatar, and all Muslims in the world with goodness, prosperity, and blessings. HH the Amir, in a post on X, HH the Amir said in a post on his official account on the soc»»»

As the clock struck midnight and Eid Al-Fitr began, celebrations took on a deeply personal meaning for Pakistani couple Saqib Rauf and Farah Diba Sakib. Inside Burjeel Hospital, the couple welcomed their newborn son, an arrival that felt nothing short of poetic on a day defined by joy, gratitude an»»»

Abu Dhabi: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, extended warm Eid Al Fitr greetings to all residents and citizens of the UAE on Friday. The SMS, sent to mobile users nationwide, underscored the UAE’s unity, resilience, and community spirit during Eid. Residents welcomed th»»»

Israel has stepped up its operations against Hezbollah in recent days, escalating on multiple fronts in response to the group’s intensified attacks into Israeli territory and its use of precision and ballistic missiles that have reshaped the battlefield. Tel Aviv has widened its targets to include »»»

Leadership decapitation has long appealed to outside powers as a shortcut to regime collapse. Remove the figure at the top, the theory goes, and an authoritarian system will fracture under the weight of its own rivalries. That is not what has happened in Iran, at least not so far. Following the kil»»»

The election campaign for the snap parliamentary vote on April 19 officially began at 00:00 on Friday, in accordance with the election schedule. The vote will be the eighth since 2021. Under the Election Code, citizens, parties, coalitions, initiative committees, candidates and their representative»»»

Abu Dhabi: Etihad Airways on Friday announced it is operating a limited schedule of commercial flights between Abu Dhabi and select destinations. Passengers with confirmed bookings will be accommodated as soon as possible, while new tickets are available on the airline’s official website. Stay upda»»»

Dubai: Abu Dhabi National Oil Company and OMV AG said they have made further progress toward forming Borouge Group International AG, signing an agreement tied to the Borouge 4 production complex that is expected to lift earnings and improve operational flexibility. Sign up for our daily business ne»»»

PRESS REVIEW – Thursday, March 19: We look at why Russian oil is the big winner from the US and Israel's war in Iran. Also, the New York Times reveals sexual assault and rape allegations against the late US civil rights leader Cesar Chavez. In Mexico, the new leader of the Jalisco New Generati»»»

President Donald Trump's administration is considering deploying thousands of U.S. troops to reinforce its operation in the Middle East, as the U.S. military prepares for ​possible next steps in its campaign against Iran, Reuters reports quoting a U.S. official and three people familiar with the ma»»»

President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov today participated in the Ait prayer to mark the holy holiday of Orozo Ait. The presidential press service reported. The festive prayer was attended by thousands of Kyrgyzstanis at the Old Square named after Turdakun Usubaliev in Bishkek.»»»

The UAE has dismantled a Hezbollah and Iran-linked terror cell, arresting members accused of operating under a commercial front. As regional tensions intensify, President Sheikh Mohamed held talks with US President Donald Trump, while the UAE backed global efforts to secure the Strait of Hormuz and»»»

Abu Dhabi: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has extended his warmest congratulations on the occasion of Eid Al Fitr. In a message shared on his social media accounts, the President said: "I extend my warmest congratulations to my brothers, the Rulers of the Emirates, o»»»

Today, Muslims around the world are celebrating one of the most important holidays — Orozo Ait, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. From early morning, people began arriving at Old Square from all directions. By dawn, the entire area was already filling up, as believers came with their fa»»»

Dubai: Airspace disruptions following US and Israeli strikes on Iran have triggered widespread flight cancellations across major transit hubs. Thousands of travellers have been affected as airlines suspended or rerouted services across the Middle East. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Che»»»

President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov today extended his congratulations to the people of Kyrgyzstan on the occasion of Orozo Ait. «Dear Muslims! I wholeheartedly congratulate you on the sacred holiday of Orozo Ait! The blessed month of Ramadan is a time of spiritual purification, patience, and com»»»

Japan’s prime minister Sanae Takaichi has told US president Donald Trump that Tokyo is prepared to support efforts to promote global stability, as the two leaders agreed to maintain close coordination to ensure safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating conflict involving Iran, Ky»»»

The competent authorities in Dubai have confirmed that the sounds heard in several areas across the emirate were caused by successful interceptions carried out by air defence systems. Officials clarified that the noises reported by residents were the result of defensive measures that successfully i»»»

First Sermon (Khutbah One)All praise is due to Allah, the Most Generous, the Most Appreciative, the One who expands the chests and governs all affairs. We bear witness that there is no god but Allah, and we bear witness that our master Muḥammad is the Messenger of Allah. O Allah, send prayers, peac»»»

The EU’s plans to adopt a twentieth sanctions package against Russia have been frozen due to a disruption caused by the war in Iran, according to a diplomatic source cited by TASS on March 16. Citing diplomatic sources in »»»

There are few signs of de-escalation or a resumption in energy flows from the Persian Gulf. The market is having to reprice the duration of ongoing supply disruptions. We have updated our scenarios for oil and gas markets. »»»

In a dangerous escalation in the current armed conflict between Hezbollah and Israel, the latter began targeted strikes on critical infrastructure, most notable  the Litani bridges and routes in the south, drawing attention to Tel Aviv’s operational strategy and its broader implications for th»»»

The EU’s plans to adopt a twentieth sanctions package against Russia have been frozen due to a disruption caused by the war in Iran, according to a diplomatic source cited by TASS on March 16. Citing diplomatic sources in »»»