Naharnet 28m

Iran's envoy deletes post on delegation arrival in Islamabad for US talks

Iran's ambassador to Pakistan deleted a social media post saying an Iranian delegation would arrive in Islamabad on Thursday night, a move an embassy official later told AFP had been sent prematurely. Ambassador Reza Amiri Moghadam said in a post on X on Thursday morning that an Iranian delegation »»»

Naharnet 28m

Saudi, Iranian FMs hold first call since start of war

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan held a phone conversation with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi, the Saudi foreign ministry said Thursday, in the first official contact between the countries since Tehran launched strikes against its Gulf neighbors in retaliation for Israeli-Am»»»

24 News Agency 28m

Kyrgyzaltyn OJSC net profit amounted to 18.7 billion soms in 2025 - | 24.KG

Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Chief of Staff of the Presidential Administration Adylbek Kasymaliev familiarized himself with the operations of Kyrgyzaltyn OJSC. The company’s Chairman of the Board, Kubat Abdraimov, presented information on the operations of the company’s gold bar store. »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 35m

Media Review: April 9

ENERGY - ECONOMY 24 Chasa reports in an extensive article that the Bulgarian caretaker Government is actively managing the impact of global energy tensions on domestic prices, monitoring goods and fuel, and providing targeted support to transport and vulnerable sectors. Ceasefire developments in th»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 35m

Augusta SPA Hotel in Hisarya Is Renovating 180 Rooms and Expanding Medical Services

Augusta SPA Hotel in Hisarya is renovating a significant part of its facilities, hotel manager Daniela Raykova told BTA. Renovations cover the complex's second wing and include 180 rooms – doubles and suites. Work began at the start of the year and involves complete modernization of the interior, f»»»

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Gulf News 50m

Regé-Jean Page on why You, Me & Tuscany made him believe in love again

Dubai: There’s a refreshing lack of cynicism when Regé-Jean Page talks about his love for a good romantic comedy and and that’s exactly what drew him to it You, Me & Tuscany, out in UAE cinemas today on April 9. “My initial reaction was relief at reading a romantic comedy that cared about the roman»»»

gulfnews.com
Al Awsat 51m

Local Authorities: Migrant Dinghy Sinks Off French Coast, 4 Dead

Four people died after a small boat carrying migrants seeking to reach Britain sank in the Channel and a search and rescue operation was underway, French local authorities said on Thursday. "A taxi-boat ⁠sinking occurred today. ⁠The situation is still being assessed and remains subject to change," »»»

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24 News Agency 52m

Use of fictitious invoices to be subject to 100 percent penalties - | 24.KG

The use of fictitious invoices will be subject to 100 percent penalties. The head of the Tax Service of Kyrgyzstan, Almambet Shykmamatov, said at a meeting with representatives of the construction industry. According to him, changes to legislation, including those in the area of ​​public procuremen»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 59m

Euro Adoption in Bulgaria Has Limited Impact on Consumer Prices, ECB Analysis Shows

Bulgaria’s transition from the lev to the euro has so far had a limited and largely one-off impact on consumer prices, said experts from the European Central Bank (ECB) in an analysis published on the institution’s blog on Thursday. According to the calculations, inflation in Bulgaria would have be»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Binance joins “One Nation. One People.” initiative with Design Commission Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi: Binance, the global blockchain ecosystem behind the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and registered users, today announced its participation in the UAE’s national civic initiative, “One Nation. One People. Together, We Protect What We Love.” in partnership with t»»»

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UPI 1h

DOJ indicts Army veteran for leaking information to journalist - UPI.com

A federal grand jury on Wednesday indicted a Army veteran will leaking classified information to a journalist. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo April 9 (UPI) -- Federal authorities have arrested and charged an Army veteran with top secret clearance on accusations of sharing classified »»»

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France24 1h

'Ketamine Queen' jailed for 15 years over Matthew Perry overdose death

A British-American dealer dubbed the "Ketamine Queen" who sold the drugs that killed "Friends" star Matthew Perry, and boasted she supplied an elite circle of Hollywood VIPs, was jailed for 15 years on Wednesday. Jasveen Sangha, 42, was one of five people charged over the death of the beloved Canad»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Price comparison in Qatar: The fastest way to pay the right price without guessing

Doha, Qatar: In Qatar, overpaying rarely happens because people are careless. It usually happens because the buying process is fragmented. A shopper opens several tabs, checks a forwarded offer, sees a sale label, and makes a quick decision based on whatever appears first. The purchase feels reason»»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
Novinite 1h

Young Father in Bulgaria Dies After Months in Coma Following Brutal Street Attack Over Cigarettes

A young man from Chirpan has died after spending months in a coma following a violent assault that reportedly began over a dispute involving cigarettes. The attack took place outside a restaurant after he left a nightclub, and the injuries proved fatal after a prolonged struggle for survival. The v»»»

novinite.com
Gulf News 1h

We will emerge stronger: Sheikh Hamdan shares video echoing UAE President’s promise

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, has shared a stirring video on his social media, amplifying a message of resilience and promise from the UAE Pres»»»

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Gulf News 1h

How Sharjah’s new university partnership will drive tourism, opportunities in the UAE

Sharjah: The Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) and the American University of Sharjah (AUS) have joined forces to boost tourism innovation while giving students real-world experience in the UAE’s growing tourism sector. The partnership has been formalised on April 8 with th»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Artemis Crew's Families Enthralled by Messages from Space

A week after astronaut Jeremy Hansen blasted off on the historic Artemis II mission to the Moon, his wife Catherine recalled the anxiety and thrill of witnessing the journey from afar. The Canadian obstetrician-gynecologist told AFP that she has closely followed the mission carrying her husband amo»»»

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24 News Agency 1h

Measures being taken to resume operations at Leilek Free Economic Zone - | 24.KG

Presidential Plenipotentiary Envoy to Batken region, Mamyrzhan Rakhimov, inspected the status of the Leilek Free Economic Zone (FEZ), located in Zhany-Zher aiyl aimak of Leilek district. His press service reported. Management discussed the resumption of operations at the industrial zone. Proposals »»»

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Gulf News 1h

How your morning coffee could pay for your parking under Parkin’s new scheme

Dubai: Parkin, the largest provider of paid public parking facilities and services in Dubai, has launched 'Spots for Shops', a first-of-its-kind initiative that allows drivers to validate their parking fees through the Parkin app by supporting neighbourhood small businesses, turning routine stops i»»»

gulfnews.com
BNE 1h

Beirut’s repeated destruction: How illegal weapons have devastated Lebanon’s capital.

The modern history of Beirut is a chain of tragic ruptures that transformed the "Pearl of the East" from a radiant centre of commerce, culture, and coexistence into an open arena for regional and international conflict. It’s a city that pays the price for other people’s wars. »»»

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BNE 1h

Beirut’s repeated destruction: How illegal weapons have devastated Lebanon’s capital.

The modern history of Beirut is a chain of tragic ruptures that transformed the "Pearl of the East" from a radiant centre of commerce, culture, and coexistence into an open arena for regional and international conflict. It’s a city that pays the price for other people’s wars. »»»

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Al Manar 1h

Hezbollah Answers Israeli Massacres with Renewed Operations - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah Answers Israeli Massacres with Renewed Operations 09-04-2026 10:22 AM A Hezbollah fighter appears in a video released by the grou»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

BTS to kick off world tour after landmark Seoul comeback

Seoul: South Korean K-pop megastars BTS kick off their world tour on Thursday, riding the momentum of a chart-topping comeback album and a landmark performance in the heart of Seoul. The seven-member group -- widely regarded as the world's biggest boy band -- took to the stage together for the firs»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Iran Publishes Chart Showing It May Have Put Sea Mines in Strait of Hormuz as Shaky Ceasefire Holds

Semiofficial news agencies in Iran published a chart Thursday suggesting the country’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard put sea mines into the Strait of Hormuz during the war, in a message that may be intended to pressure the US as uncertainty hangs over a days-old two-week ceasefire and further ne»»»

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24 News Agency 2h

Citizen involved in combat operations in Syria detained - | 24.KG

On April 7, during counterterrorism operations, the State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan (SCNS) detained citizen of Kyrgyzstan A.F.G., 42, native of Osh region, for his travel to and participation in the combat zone operations in Syria. It was established that this citizen, having fa»»»

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Novinite 2h

Bulgaria: €40,000 Seized in Vote-Buying Raid as Police Detain Suspect

A 53-year-old man with a criminal record has been detained in Bulgaria during a targeted police operation against vote buying, carried out in the village of Brestnitsa in the Lovech region. Authorities uncovered more than 40,000 euros in cash inside his home, according to Acting Secretary General o»»»

novinite.com
Al Awsat 2h

US-Iran Truce Shows Cracks as War Flares in Lebanon

Lebanon declared a national day of mourning on Thursday after Israeli strikes pummeled the country, shaking a fragile truce less than 48 hours after it came into force. Washington and Tehran both claimed victory after agreeing to a two-week ceasefire and negotiations aimed at ending a war that has »»»

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24 News Agency 2h

Edil Baisalov announces his resignation as Deputy Cabinet Chairman - | 24.KG

Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Edil Baisalov, announced his resignation after 4.5 years in office. He announced his decision during a speech at an international symposium at the Kyrgyz-Turkish Manas University. In a video published by a media outlet, he speaks about his »»»

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Actmedia 2h

Renalfa buys two large-scale renewable projects in Romania

Renalfa Power Clusters has successfully completed the acquisition of two renewable projects in Romania. The first asset, Horia 2, is a photovoltaic plant with an installed capacity of 365 MWp. The second is a photovoltaic plant with an independent BESS in Arad, with 400 MW/800 MWh, both located in »»»

UPI 2h

Trump warns U.S. military to stay deployed amid cease-fire uncertainty - UPI.com

President Donald Trump warned late Wednesday that the U.S. military will remain deployed around Iran. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo April 9 (UPI) -- U.S. military forces will remain deployed around Iran until a "REAL AGREEMENT" is reached and fully complied with, President Donald Trump w»»»

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UPI 2h

On This Day, April 9: Nazis invade Norway, Denmark - UPI.com

On April 9, 1940, Germany invaded Norway and Denmark. 1 of 4 | German officers stand before Oslo's National Theater after taking control of Norway during World War II. On April 9, 1940, Germany invaded Norway and Denmark. File Photo by Willi Ruge/German Federal Archives April 9 (UPI) -- On this dat»»»

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Gulf News 2h

New Hormuz toll fee? A 'beautiful thing’, says Trump — could change global rules

Iran has warned ships near the Hormuz Strait must obtain “permission” from its naval forces before transiting the narrow waterway. It underscores Tehran’s grip over the strategic chokepoint. “You must receive permission from Iranian Sepah navy for passing through the strait. If any vessel tries to »»»

gulfnews.com
Al Awsat 2h

Japanese Town Sours on the Crowds Coming to See Cherry Blossoms and Mount Fuji

The trouble started with a beautiful photo. Social media was soon awash with the lovely view of Japan's snow-capped Mount Fuji looming over a red pagoda and the short-lived cherry blossoms that herald the approach of spring. Tourists wanting a similar shot soon packed this peaceful town at the foot»»»

english.aawsat.com
BNE 2h

Russia budget deficit widens as oil revenues slump despite expected windfall

Russia’s federal budget deficit widened sharply in the first quarter as oil and gas revenues fell steeply, with economists warning that a price surge linked to the Iran conflict has yet to feed through into state finances. (chart) »»»

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UPI 2h

Jim Whittaker, first U.S. citizen to summit Everest, dies at 97 - UPI.com

Mount Everest is seen from an aircraft over Nepal in 2013. Jim Whittaker, the first U.S. man to reach the summit of Mount Everest, died Tuesday at the age of 97. File Photo by Narendra Shrestha/EPA April 8 (UPI) -- Jim Whittaker, the first citizen of the United States to reach the top of Mount Ever»»»

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Novinite 3h

Bulgarian Authorities Warns of Disinformation Wave Ahead of April 19 Election

Bulgaria is bracing for an increase in disinformation activity in the run-up to the parliamentary elections on April 19, with authorities warning of coordinated attempts to influence voters and destabilize public trust. Acting Deputy Foreign Minister Velizar Shalamanov said institutions are already»»»

novinite.com
Al Awsat 3h

Man Fined $300 for Entering Hippo Moo Deng's Pen

A Thai court has fined a man $300 after he broke into the enclosure of Moo Deng, an endangered baby pygmy hippo and internet sensation, the zoo director said Wednesday. Moo Deng -- whose name translates as "bouncy pork" -- has gained global attention thanks to social media videos showing her adorab»»»

english.aawsat.com
The Peninsula 3h

MOI urges adherence to safety guidelines during rainy conditions

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Interior, MOI urged motorists to adhere to essential safety guidelines while driving in rainy conditions to prevent accidents and ensure road safety. In a social media post, drivers are advised to reduce speed, avoid overtaking and maintain a safe distance between vehic»»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
France24 3h

Middle East live: Hezbollah says it fired rockets at Israel in response to ‘violation of ceasefire’

Lebanese militant group Hezbollah on Thursday said it fired rockets towards Israel in response to its "violation" of the US-Iran truce agreement. Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz in retaliation for Israel's massive attacks in Lebanon as the ceasefire appeared to hang by a thread. Follow our liv»»»

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France24 3h

Netanyahu fails to address Israel’s failure to achieve war goals in Iran

Reporting from Jerusalem, FRANCE 24’s Noga Tarnopolsky says that when Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu finally made a statement on the US-Iran ceasefire, he failed to “address the fact that Israel has not achieved any of its stated war goals, which included regime change in Iran, the destruction o»»»

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France24 3h

US-Iran ceasefire: Why Tehran wants to charge ships for crossing the Strait of Hormuz

As part of its 10-point proposal to end the US-Israeli war on Iran, Tehran is pushing for ongoing control over the vital Strait of Hormuz – including charging what officials suggest could be as much as $2 million per ship to help the country rebuild its bombed-out infrastructure and maintain c»»»

france24.com
Al Awsat 3h

Escaped Wolf Forces School Closure in South Korea

A wolf that escaped from a zoo in South Korea remained at large Thursday, authorities said, prompting a local school to close over safety concerns as the search continued. The male wolf -- born in 2024 and weighing about 30 kilograms - escaped from a zoo at a theme park in Daejeon, about 150 kilome»»»

english.aawsat.com
The Peninsula 3h

Medvedev thrashed 6-0, 6-0 by Berrettini; Zverev battles through

Monte Carlo: Daniil Medvedev slipped to an embarrassing 6-0, 6-0 thrashing by Matteo Berrettini in the Monte Carlo Masters second round yesterday, as Alexander Zverev dug deep to beat Cristian Garin. Medevdev completely unravelled against Berrettini after missing two break points in the opening gam»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Al Rayyan and Al Sadd claim victories at Qatar Cup

Doha, Qatar: Al Sadd and Al Rayyan launched their campaigns in the 2025–2026 Qatar Basketball Cup with strong performances, securing important victories in the quarter-finals at Al Rayyan Club Hall yesterday. In the first game, Al Sadd showcased its readiness to contend for the title, defeating Al »»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
Al Awsat 3h

Trial of Syrian Man Accused of Torture during Syria’s Civil War Begins in the Netherlands

A Syrian man accused of crimes against humanity denied dozens of charges of torture and sexual violence in the opening of his trial in the Netherlands on Wednesday, according to AP. The 58-year-old, identified only as Rafiq al Q. due to Dutch privacy regulations, claimed he was being conspired agai»»»

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24 News Agency 3h

Visa-free travel introduced for diplomats from Kyrgyzstan and Oman - | 24.KG

President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov signed a law ratifying the agreement with the government of Oman. The document waives visas for holders of diplomatic and service passports. The agreements reached enshrine the right to visa-free entry, exit, and transit for holders of diplomatic and service pa»»»

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24 News Agency 3h

Fines for killing wild animals in Kyrgyzstan increased two- to threefold - | 24.KG

Kyrgyzstan significantly tightened liability measures for harming wildlife, the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology and Technical Supervision reported. According to the ministry, the resolution was signed by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers. The document provides for a substantial increa»»»

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France24 3h

Business - Qatar warns Iran war can now 'spiral out of control'

As Donald Trump threatened to wipe out an entire civilisation in Iran ahead of his latest deadline for Tehran to open up the Strait of Hormuz, Qatar's foreign ministry official warned that the world was nearing a point beyond which the war would be out of anyone's control. Oil markets continue to b»»»

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France24 3h

Business - Oil prices fall after ceasefire deal as questions over Hormuz Strait linger

A two-week ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran on Wednesday led to a steep drop in oil prices and a rebound in Asian and European equities. In this edition, we see what the various stakeholders are saying the deal means for the future of the Hormuz Strait through which a fifth of»»»

france24.com
24 News Agency 3h

Construction of Min-Oruk—Samarkandek road with bridge underway in Batken - | 24.KG

Construction of Min-Oruk — Samarkandek road continues in Batken region of Kyrgyzstan. Presidential Plenipotentiary Envoy to the region, Mamyrzhan Rakhimov, inspected the progress of the road construction, his press service reported. The head of the region met with construction workers and local gov»»»

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