Haiti's electoral council has scheduled the country's first presidential election in a decade for December 13, with a runoff planned for late February, after postponing an earlier timetable due to security fears. The vote remains contingent on improved security and funding, as widespread gang viole»»»

SINGAPORE: Oil prices edged lower on Tuesday, hovering around one-week lows amid hopes for ‌a resolution in the US-Iran war, while subdued flow through the Strait of Hormuz and further supply disruption risks underpinned the market. Brent crude futures were down 50 cents, or 0.57 percent, at $87.86»»»

Years ago, gaming was considered a relatively unknown pastime but today it is a multimillion-dollar industry for professionals with its own Esports World Cup. This year the tournament has prize money of over SR280 million ($75 million), drawing more than 2,000 players from over 100 countries, and a»»»

On July 28, 2010, a plane flying in intense fog and rain to Islamabad crashed in the Himalayan foothills near its destination, killing all 152 people aboard. 1 of 8 | A woman reacts after a passenger plane crashed in the Margala Hills on the outskirts of Islamabad on July 28, 2010. File Photo by Sa»»»

In the village of Szalonna, in Borsod-Abaúj-Zemplén county, two large Slovak Roma families living in deep poverty have appeared seemingly out of nowhere. According to local rumour, the mayor of Košice purchased houses for them in order to “be rid” of the families and proceed with demolishing a near»»»

The transport system in Bulgaria is in a state of critical instability and on the verge of a systemic collapse, the Road Safety Institute said in an analysis published on Tuesday. The analysis is based on data on road traffic accidents in the country for the period from July 1 to 26. During the per»»»

Romania's Defence Employers' Organisation (OPIA) is reaffirming its support for the investment and development guidelines undertaken by the German concern Rheinmetall in Romania, according to a press release of the organisation issued on Monday."In a European security context that requires the acce»»»

Romania still faces the risk of a sovereign credit rating downgrade, although the government has presented "strong arguments" for maintaining the country's current rating, acting Finance Minister Alexandru Nazare said on Monday."The Finance Ministry has presented all the data at its disposal, inclu»»»

The presidential adviser, Radu Burnete stated on Friday that the discussions between the political parties regarding the pay law will be resumed next week and as there is a compromise between the four parites, it is possible to organize another extraordinary session of the parliament where this dra»»»

The President of the Senate, liberal Mircea Abrudean considers that, as things are now, it is unlikely that the pay draft law will be included on the agenda for this extraordinary session, adding that there is no problem if there is another extraordinary session, as this draft law must be adopted.H»»»

Romania cannot afford to have European investments and funds blocked by the PSD’s toxic political manoeuvring, the National Liberal Party stated on Monday, emphasising that it rejects the PSD’s accusations and that the government led by Ilie Bolojan has exercised its powers in accordance with the C»»»

The High Court of Cassation and Justice (ICCJ) has asked the Senate and the Chamber of Deputies to ensure that the parliamentary procedure on the public-sector pay bill is carried out in strict compliance with the Constitution, warning of "serious doubts" about the validity of steps already taken."»»»

Social-democrat (PSD) MPs will not vote on the legislative proposal regarding the consolidation of certain normative acts in the field of integrity unless the bill is restored as it was sent to the European Commission, MP Radu Marinescu, former Minister of Justice, informed on Monday."PSD will not »»»

Romanian Senate President Mircea Abrudean said legislation adopted by the upper house on Monday as part of the outstanding package of laws required under Romania's National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR) would help secure more than EUR 3 billion in EU funding."The Senate today adopted, during »»»

Moldova's Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration Valeriu Chiveri, responsible for coordinating policies on settling the Transnistrian conflict and bringing the two banks of the Dniester closer together, met with Romania's ambassador to the Republic of Moldova, Cristian-Leon Turcanu, to discuss the»»»

Lawmakers from Romania's National Liberal Party (PNL), together with members of the Save Romania Union (USR), have tabled an amendment to a draft integrity law that would require all senior public officials and holders of public offices exercising state authority to submit financial interest declar»»»

The elected president of Columbia, Aberlardo de la Espriella announced on Sunday that his administration, which will take over the mandate on 7th August will close down at least 14 embassies, including that in Romania as part of the reorganization of the diplomatic network of the country, says EFE »»»

MEP Daniel Buda announced that, together with his liberal colleagues in the European Parliament sent to the President of the European Commission, Ursula Von der Lyen, a letter through which he requires ‘an adequate answer’ on the part of the EC for the consolidation of the foreign borders of the EU»»»

Presidential advisor Marius Lazurca announced on Monday that he was sent by President Nicusor Dan to Washington DC to meet with the Trump Administration and Congressional leaders.Lazurca will be accompanied by Chief of Defense Gheorghita Vlad.''President Dan sent Romania's Chief of Defense and me t»»»

According to the Constanta Maritime Ports Administration, two autonomous Triton maritime systems will become operational in the Port of Constanta starting Tuesday, July 28. The systems are specialized in detecting and monitoring maritime ...»»»

Moscow will provide an "adequate response" to the expulsion of a member of the staff of the Russian Embassy in Romania, Russian Foreign Ministry's spokeswoman Maria Zakharova told the Russian news agency TASS on Monday."The accusations brought by the Romanians are unfounded, and their statements ar»»»

Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs, Oana Toiu, announced on Monday that the Polish chief diplomat Radek Sikorski conveyed to her Poland's firm condemnation of the recent illegal incursions into Romania's airspace.''We discussed the performance of the Romanian Army's pilots and the fragments of the »»»

Russia has never sent and is not sending combat unmanned aerial vehicles against targets on Romanian soil, and all speculation on this topic is "completely" groundless, the Russian Embassy in Bucharest said on Monday, after ambassador Vladimir Lipayev was summoned to the Foreign Ministry over the d»»»

Russia's ambassador to Bucharest, Vladimir Lipaev, was summoned to Romania's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MAE) on Monday in what the ministry described as "a firm response to the repeated violations of Romania's airspace between July 24 and 26, during which the Romanian Armed Forces shot down three»»»

Russia's ambassador to Romania, Vladimir Lipaev, arrived at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MAE) on Monday for talks with Romanian diplomats after being summoned over repeated violations of the country's airspace by the Russian Federation in recent days.The ambassador was called to the ministry fo»»»

A group of air targets was detected by the Defence Ministry (MApN) radar surveillance system, Monday, around 4:00 p.m., in the vicinity of the river border with Ukraine.According to a release from the MApN, the National Military Command Center notified the General Inspectorate for Emergency Situati»»»

Prices for fuel and lubricants at Bishkek gas stations have increased again. AI 92 gasoline price increased by an average of 2 soms per liter over the weekend, while diesel fuel increased by 1-1.6 soms, depending on the gas station chain. According to price monitoring data as of July 27, a liter of»»»

A power bank stored in an overhead compartment caught fire aboard a China Eastern Airlines flight shortly after landing at Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport, with cabin crew members quickly extinguishing the flames. The South China Morning Post reported that the incident took place on China»»»

Food-related health warnings have become increasingly frequent in recent years, to the point where maintaining a diet free of contaminants can seem almost impossible. So what’s the best way to limit your exposure, and will there ever be a way to fully remove these harmful pollutants from our blood?»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Supreme Judiciary Council (SJC) continues to expand its digital services with the launch of a new WhatsApp-based facility that allows lawyers to link registered court cases to their law firms. Announced via the Council’s official X account, the service operates through the number 4»»»

About 40 companies that may pose elevated sanctions risks have been identified in Kyrgyzstan. According to the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, a meeting on the implementation of state policy regarding compliance with international sanctions regimes was held on July 27 under the chairmanship of Pr»»»

Johnson & Johnson said Monday that it has reached a proposed $5.5 billion settlement to resolve lawsuits alleging its talcum-based baby powder caused ovarian cancer. File Photo by Dan Peled/EPA July 28 (UPI) -- U.S. healtcare giant Johnson & Johnson said it has reached a proposed $5.5 billion settl»»»

Doha: The National Committee for Combating Human Trafficking (NCCHT) yesterday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Qatar Lawyers Association to enhance the protection of human trafficking victims, provide them with legal assistance and support, and ensure their access to legal couns»»»

Eve Irvine is pleased to welcome Alexander Held, Senior Expert of the Resilience Programme for Integrated Fire Management. He reframes Europe's wildfire crisis by arguing that the flames themselves are not the central problem but rather ecological and governance failures. Held asserts that fires ar»»»

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky is expected to meet US President Donald Trump at the White House on Tuesday to try and secure support against Russia. The visit comes as Kyiv and Moscow both ramp up long-range strikes and diplomatic efforts launched by Washington remain at a standstill, »»»

Authorities warned the return of scorching temperatures this week could fuel the continent's worst fires in living memory, with a massive blaze still threatening Bordeaux even as firefighters began gaining ground elsewhere. French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday said one forest fire in southwes»»»

The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has approved regulations on the implementation of the Government Accelerators program, under which state agencies will carry out reforms within 100 days. The program has been operating in Kyrgyzstan since 2023. The Cabinet has now established a unified procedu»»»

Dubai: Tech giant Apple regained its crown as the world's most valuable company on Monday, edging past chipmaker Nvidia. Apple's market value climbed to about $4.94 trillion, topping Nvidia's roughly $4.83 trillion. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - A bulk carrier hauling military cargo to Ukraine was hit by attack drones in the northwestern Black Sea, Russia's Defense Ministry reported Tuesday. Russian firepower continued to hammer Ukrainian ports and naval vessels used to support the Ukrainian military, the MoD stressed. "»»»

The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment has shut 31 pet shops, bird markets, livestock outlets and plant nurseries during the first half of the year as part of a nationwide inspection campaign to enforce environmental and animal welfare regulations. The ministry said it carried out 30 joint »»»

Saudi Arabia is set to witness its first total solar eclipse in 77 years on August 2, 2027, in a rare astronomical event expected to draw scientists, photographers and skywatchers from around the world. The eclipse will be the first to pass over the Kingdom since 1952, when a total eclipse, remembe»»»

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Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs is expanding its use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance Islamic knowledge services, improve religious guidance and provide wider access to trusted Shariah information in Qatar and abroad. The ministry highlighted its experience during a»»»

The state administration of Issyk-Kul district announced a tender for the lease of three state-owned land plots for a period of 49 years. A one-hectare plot of land near the village of Kosh-Kol is being offered for the construction of a concrete and sand-and-gravel production plant. The annual leas»»»

The Board of the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic kept the discount rate at 12 percent. The decision took effect today, July 28. «Global economic trends against the backdrop of the conflict in the Middle East continue to impact inflation in the Kyrgyz Republic. Price fluctuations in global food»»»

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Doha, Qatar: Visit Qatar participated in T100 London, one of the world’s leading triathlon events, held from July 24 to 26, showcasing Qatar’s preparations to host the T100 Triathlon World Championship Final. The participation featured an interactive Visit Qatar activation, offering visitors an opp»»»

Dubai: Tech giant Apple regained its crown as the world's most valuable company on Monday, edging past chipmaker Nvidia. Apple's market value climbed to about $4.94 trillion, topping Nvidia's roughly $4.83 trillion. Investors have increasingly viewed Apple's restrained capital spending as a strengt»»»

MADISON, Wisconsin: A tornado struck northeastern Wisconsin on Monday, blackening the midday sky and sending workers sheltering in office basements as fierce winds splintered homes, scattered twisted metal across a highway and knocked out power to more than 30,000 people. There were no reports of f»»»