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HBKU graduates step forward with purpose to shape a better future

Doha, Qatar: In a world shaped by rapid change and complex challenges, the newest graduates of Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) share a common vision to use knowledge as a force for impact. For many, their academic journeys were never just about earning degrees, but about embracing responsibilit»»»

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UPI 4m

On This Day, May 5: Thailand crowns 1st new king in nearly 7 decades - UPI.com

On May 5, 2019, Thailand officially crowned a new king for the first time in nearly seven decades -- Maha Vajiralongkorn. 1 of 7 | On May 5, 2019, Thailand officially crowned a new king for the first time in nearly seven decades -- Maha Vajiralongkorn, pictured in 2016 File Photo by Rungroj Yongrit»»»

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Gulf News 5m

Modi condemns UAE strikes, backs peaceful dialogue

Dubai: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday strongly condemned the attacks on the United Arab Emirates that left three Indian nationals injured, reaffirming New Delhi’s solidarity with the UAE and calling for diplomacy to resolve regional tensions. In a statement posted on X, Modi described the»»»

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Al Manar 5m

Iran’s Araghchi: No Military Solution to Political Crisis, Project Freedom is Project Deadlock - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Iran’s Araghchi: No Military Solution to Political Crisis, Project Freedom is Project Deadlock 05-05-2026 09:50 AM Iran Foreign Minister Ab»»»

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Al Manar 5m

UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves rowed with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent over Iran war criticism: Financial Times - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves rowed with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent over Iran war criticism: Financial Times 05-05-2026 09:33 AM Lat»»»

Sana 9m

IMF warns Middle East escalation could worsen global economic outlook

Washington, May 5 (SANA) International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva warned on Monday that prolonged conflict in the Middle East could have significantly worse consequences for the global economy, as rising energy costs fuel inflation and cloud growth prospects. Speaking at a»»»

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Al Awsat 11m

Families Evacuated from Gaza Enjoy a Day to Decompress at Rome’s Ancient Baths

The Baths of Caracalla, the sumptuously decorated public baths complex near the Colosseum, were long a place of leisure, healthcare and relaxation for ancient Romans. On Sunday, the place provided a different sort of decompression to a group of Palestinian children and their families who had been e»»»

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Al Awsat 11m

Anticipated Syrian Cabinet Reshuffle Considers SDF Integration

Sources close to the Syrian government told Asharq Al-Awsat that a cabinet reshuffle is expected in the coming days, alongside a restructuring of several ministries, including sovereign portfolios, as well as a wave of changes affecting several provincial governors. The anticipated changes come mor»»»

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Actmedia 11m

ANCPI: 48,135 properties sold nationwide in April

In April 2026, 48,135 properties were sold nationwide, 5,240 fewer than in March.According to a National Agency for Cadastre and Real Estate Publicity (ANCPI) release, the number of houses, land plots and apartments that were the subject of transactions in April is 1,776 lower compared with the sam»»»

Actmedia 11m

Work has begun on the installation of the Black Sea gas pipeline

OMV Petrom and Romgaz, the companies involved in the offshore gas project Neptun Deep, have announced the start of works on a 160-kilometer-long pipeline that will transport gas from offshore fields to the shore. The first gas from this perimeter is expected to be extracted next year, while the cou»»»

Actmedia 11m

The Netherlands, largest foreign investor in Romania, with more than 25 billion euro investments 

The Netherlands remains the largest foreign investor in Romania, with around 20% of total foreign direct investment, worth more than 25 billion euro, President of the Netherlands Romanian Chamber of Commerce (NRCC) Serban Isopescu-Weber said at the 11th edition of the Orange Night event, which mark»»»

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BNR forex reserves decline to EUR 64,836 million as of April 30, 2026

The National Bank of Romania's (BNR) foreign exchange reserves were standing at EUR 64,836 million as of April 30, 2026, according to data released on Monday by the bank.During the month, there were EUR 1,800 million worth of inflows representing changes in credit institutions' foreign currency-den»»»

Actmedia 11m

Euro hits a new record

The euro has risen to an official record high of 5.1998 RON, according to the National Bank of Romania (BNR), marking a new historical peak for the Romanian currency. The sharp depreciation of the leu is linked to rising political risk, as well as concerns over the economic outlook, including the p»»»

Actmedia 11m

Gov't approves two emergency ordinances to accelerate uptake of European funds

The Government approved on Monday two emergency ordinances, initiated by the Ministry of Finance, which accelerate the uptake of European funds, announced the relevant minister, Alexandru Nazare, in a conference at the end of the Government meeting."These are two emergency ordinances that, in pract»»»

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Minister Dragos Pislaru: Analysis of payment request no. 4 has been completed, in Brussels

Minister of Investments and European Projects, Dragos Pislaru, announced on Monday that the analysis of payment request no. 4 has been completed and that no problems have been identified.He stated that on Monday morning he had a meeting in Brussels with the General Director of SG REFORM, Celine Gau»»»

Actmedia 11m

What are the consequences of Tuesday's motion of censure?

In an analysis published by https://spotmedia.ro/ entitled ‘Romania, without PSD?’,regarding the political situation that Romania is going through these days, the author wonders what will happen to the Social Democratic Party (PSD) that caused this crisis. According to the cited source, Sorin Grind»»»

Actmedia 11m

USR MPs to be present in the chamber, but will not vote on motion of censure 

USR MPs will be present in the Parliament's plenary session on Tuesday, but will not vote on the motion of censure, announced the party's president, Dominic Fritz."USR MPs will be present in the chamber, but will not vote on this motion. When they are called, they will say 'Present, I do not vote'.»»»

Actmedia 11m

UDMR lawmakers to attend roll call but not vote on censure motion

The lawmakers of the Hungarian Democratic Union of Romania (UDMR) will answer the roll call in Parliament during Tuesday's censure motion, but they won't vote, UDMR Chairman Kelemen Hunor announced on Monday."As you may assume, we will sit on the bench and say 'present, I do not vote'. (...) Every »»»

Actmedia 11m

Motion of no confidence / PSD lawmakers will vote openly

The PSD deputies and senators will vote, on Tuesday the censure motion openly according to some sources in the party.According to them, the PSD parliamentary groups decided in the joint meeting on Monday that the vote for the censure motion will be given on Tuesday in the parliament plenary with th»»»

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The PNL group in the Chamber of Deputies will not participate in the vote on the motion of no confidence, in protest

The liberal (PNL) parliamentary group will not participate in the vote on the motion of no confidence in protest against the ‘monstrous coalition PSD-AUR’ announced on Monday the leader of the liberal deputies Gabriel Andronache.The decision was made after Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan attended separ»»»

Actmedia 11m

President Dan: Romania will stay on Western path regardless of censure-motion result

President Nicusor Dan said on Monday that Romania will maintain its Western direction regardless of the outcome of the vote on the censure motion scheduled for Tuesday."We will have the motion tomorrow. I want to assure Romanians that, whatever happens, Romania will continue to follow its Western p»»»

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President Dan, Prince Albert II of Monaco talk about strengthening bilateral partnership

President Nicusor Dan met Prince Albert II of Monaco on Monday at the European Political Community (EPC) summit in Yerevan. On this occasion, the head of state underlined the very good relations between Romania and Monaco.?I had the pleasure of meeting Prince Albert II of Monaco at the Yerevan Summ»»»

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Foreign Minister Toiu: We need clarity, unity in Romania; NATO, EU, Transatlantic Partnership are essential

Romania needs 'clarity and unity', not only at a declarative level but also in the decisions it takes, while its anchoring in NATO, the European Union and the Transatlantic Partnership remains essential in the current context marked by transformation and security challenges, Foreign Minister Oana T»»»

Actmedia 11m

President Nicusor Dan meets North Macedonian counterpart: We share values and mutual trust

President Nicusor Dan met on Monday with President of North Macedonia, Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova, on the sidelines of the European Political Community (EPC) summit in Yerevan. On this occasion, he underlined the solid relations and mutual trust between the two states."A meaningful conversation wi»»»

Actmedia 11m

President Dan: Disinformation and cyberattacks require a coordinated European response

Disinformation, cyberattacks and foreign interference are interconnected threats that require a coordinated European response, President Nicusor Dan said on Monday in a Facebook post.Within the framework of the European Political Community (EPC) summit in Yerevan, he co-chaired together with Monten»»»

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Nicusor Dan: If the US partially disengages from Europe, Europe will manage to compensate

President Nicusor Dan declared on Monday, in Yerevan, that Europe is capable of compensating for a possible reduction in the United States' involvement in the continent's security."Since President Trump's first term, the United States' defense strategy has said that it will focus on the Indo-Pacifi»»»

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