François Picard welcomes Ghassan Salamé, Lebanon’s Minister of Culture. Salamé portrays Lebanon as a country that has preserved political pluralism and freedom of expression, and persevered despite decades of conflict. Within this context, he frames negotiation with Israel not as a matter of choice»»»

Tech magnate Elon Musk, who has owned the X platform since 2022, failed to appear at his court hearing on Monday, the Paris prosecutor’s office said. The billionaire, founder of Tesla and the aerospace company SpaceX, had been summoned by French authorities as part of an investigation launched»»»

A 37-year-old prisoner about to stand trial for murder at the courthouse on the island of Rhodes was rearrested on Tuesday, after officers found 52 grams of hash on his person right before the hearing. The stash was divided into six packages, police said, adding that officers also seized the man’s »»»

Jakarta: Indonesia's parliament passed a law on Tuesday to protect the rights of domestic workers after more than two decades of deliberations and multiple delays. The bill was first introduced in 2004 to protect the country's 4.2 million domestic workers, almost 90 percent of them women according »»»

Joint command-staff and mobilization exercises Koopsuzduk-2026 have been launched in Kyrgyzstan, taking place across several regions, including Karakol, Jeti-Oguz and Ak-Suu districts of Issyk-Kul region, as well as Aravan and Uzgen districts of Osh region. The official opening was held in Karakol,»»»

Dubai: Emirati-owned food businesses in Dubai will get a cost break and easier access to online customers after Dubai SME signed a new partnership with noon’s food delivery arm. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Under the agreement, noon Food will waive onboarding fees f»»»

RIYADH: The current investment opportunities in Saudi Arabia’s sports sector amount to SR18 billion ($5 billion), paving the way for the market to reach around SR85 billion by 2030, according to Basem Ibrahim, Sport Sector Investment Development Director at the Saudi Ministry of Investment. Ibrahim»»»

A large fire at a recycling center in the Industrial Park of Neochorouda near Thessaloniki on Tuesday prompted authorities to issue a 112 emergency alert on over smoke-related concerns. Residents in the area have received notification on mobile phones advising them to keep doors and windows closed »»»

Speaking at a longevity forum in Sofia Tuesday, a cardiologist warned of the heightened risks of sedentary behaviour as cardiovascular diseases remain a leading health issue in Bulgaria. Sitting for more than eight hours a day increases the risk of cardiovascular events by over 120%, said Prof. Iva»»»

GERB leader Boyko Borissov on Tuesday congratulated Rumen Radev and his Progressive Bulgaria party on winning Sunday's early parliamentary elections and highlighted the opportunities arising from the fact that they will command a majority in the new National Assembly. Borissov expressed hope that R»»»

DUBAI: Hollywood star Anne Hathaway’s use of the Arabic phrase “Inshallah” during a recent interview has been warmly received online. Offering a moment of cultural resonance amid a reflective conversation about ageing and longevity in the film industry, the actress was speaking to People Magazine w»»»

Those who change the rules will win, not those who know more. Once the privilege of large technology companies, artificial intelligence has today become an everyday tool for almost everyone, from teenagers seeking advice about love to those using it for the simplest decisions like what to cook for »»»

Dubai: The UAE has cemented its position as a trusted and influential global partner with strong strategic ties to the US, playing a role on the international stage that cannot be overlooked by major powers, a member of the Federal National Council (FNC) said. Ali Rashid Al Nuaimi, chairman of the »»»

In part because of the ongoing limited flow of LNG and oil coming out of the Strait of Hormuz, but more as a result of solid policy implementation India’s renewable energy sector has entered a phase of striking acceleration. »»»

In part because of the ongoing limited flow of LNG and oil coming out of the Strait of Hormuz, but more as a result of solid policy implementation India’s renewable energy sector has entered a phase of striking acceleration. »»»

In part because of the ongoing limited flow of LNG and oil coming out of the Strait of Hormuz, but more as a result of solid policy implementation India’s renewable energy sector has entered a phase of striking acceleration. »»»

Hollywood, United States: Hollywood was clad in black and glittering sequins on Monday to host the Los Angeles premiere of Michael Jackson's biopic, drawing fans of the King of Pop to the iconic California boulevard. The film "Michael" chronicles the legendary artist's rise from a child star to one»»»

Russia has been manipulating economic data to project resilience against wartime pressures and Western sanctions, while potentially misleading even President Vladimir Putin about the true state of the economy, according to Sweden’s military intelligence chief. »»»

Is Russia’s virtual economy reappearing thanks to the sky high interest rates and economic slowdown? The virtual economy was the bane of the Yeltsin-era. The term was coined by economists Barry Ickes and Clifford Gaddy in »»»

London: Associated British Foods announced Tuesday that it would spin off its budget fashion chain Primark, splitting up one of the country's largest consumer businesses. "A demerger of Primark is the best way to maximise long-term returns for shareholders, reflecting Primark's scale today and the »»»

This week in Iași City, on the 23rd and 24th of April 2026, world-renowned architects and urban planners, international finance institutions, and representatives from the government, civil society, academia, business community, cultural sector, and beyond, are coming together to find practical solu»»»

BAGHDAD: Iran has granted its commanders greater autonomy over militias in Iraq, allowing some groups to carry out operations without Tehran’s approval, a shift driven by the pressures of the war, three militia members and two other officials told The Associated Press. Many Iran-backed militias are»»»

Kyrgyzneftegaz OJSC has undergone personnel changes at the board level. The decision was made on April 16 at a board meeting in Kochkor-Ata. According to the company, the powers of the board members Zairbek Azhikulov, Taalaibek Murzakulov, and Kubanychbek Sydykov were terminated early. On the same »»»

Around 7,900 people are known to have died on migration routes in 2025, with a further 1,500 potentially missing and presumed dead, the United Nations' migration agency said Tuesday. The International Organization for Migration's Missing Migrants Project "has documented more than 80,000 deaths and »»»

EU foreign chief Kaja Kallas said she expected "positive decisions" on Wednesday to unblock a badly needed 90-billion-euro ($106 billion) loan for Ukraine, as hopes rise Hungary will drop its veto. "We expect some positive decisions tomorrow (Wednesday) on the 90 billion loan. Ukraine really needs »»»

Dubai: The Ministry of Finance said on Tuesday it has launched an eInvoicing '4-Corner' model, allowing businesses to exchange electronic invoices through accredited service providers as part of a broader push to digitise the country’s financial ecosystem. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download »»»

Romania became Germany’s largest supplier of rapeseed in the first half of the 2025/26 season, with exports of 873,400 tons, surpassing Ukraine. The data comes from the German Federal Statistical Office and is confirmed by the Union for the Promotion of Oilseed and Protein Plants (UFOP): in the fir»»»

Nearly two thirds (62%) of professionals working in the construction and installations sector in Romania expect a decline in the volume of works in 2026, compared with the situation in the previous year, when 48% described themselves as pessimistic, according to data from a specialist report publis»»»

As many as 1,209 electric vehicles were registered in Romania in March 2026, 93% more than in the same month last year, according to a market analysis carried out by one of the most important players in the field of electric mobility in Romania.Data centralised by Lektri.Co show that the growth com»»»

Romania is underrepresented in oncological clinical trials, despite the scale of cancer and one of the highest mortality rates in Europe, according to a report published on Tuesday by the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO), in the context of implementing the next stages of Europe's Beatin»»»

Prices for holiday packages will grow a lot and some tour operators will apply increases even for already made bookings, said Alexandra Matei, managing partner Safety Travel on Wednesday. “The geopolitical impact will certainly have many price consequences. Prices for holiday packages will grow a l»»»

Over two million tourists could choose safer destinations in Central Europe this year, instead of those in Asia or the Middle East, amid the conflict in Iran, reveals an analysis by the Global Research Group, part of Global Payments.In this context, Romania could attract approximately 150,000 addit»»»

Romania remains one of the smallest office furniture markets in Europe, estimated at approximately EUR 300–400 million annually, 20–40% below the European average, according to Interconnection Consulting, but with growth potential driven by the reconfiguration of workspaces. However, the conflict i»»»

The government approved an additional 281.626 million lei for the budget of the Ministry of Transports and Infrastructure for 2026, in order to increase the social capital of the Administration of Sea Ports National Company, Constanta. According to an Executive press release, the ministry budget wi»»»

About eight out of ten Romanians confess they make purchase decisions under the impulse of enthusiasm, while about half justify their purchases by the fact that they “are not very expensive”, shows a study made by Provident and iVox. According to the same study, one out of three consumers bought “c»»»

RIYADH: The Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority-developed program “Tomoh” has supported 40 companies until listing on Saudi Arabia’s parallel market “Nomu,” according to what the authority told Al-Eqtisadiah. The initiative, dedicated to entrepreneurs, supports high-growth small and medi»»»

Volunteers across Bulgaria have counted nearly 3,600 sparrows at 278 locations as part of the annual We Count Sparrows campaign which highlighting both public engagement and ongoing concerns about urban biodiversity. Information about the campaign was made public Tuesday by the Bulgarian Society fo»»»

Ideologies suffered a collapse in the latest parliamentary elections, while the desire for stability and long-term governance prevailed, Vazrazhdane leader Kostadin Kostadinov said on Tuesday at a press conference held by the Vazrazhdane party on the results of the April 19 vote. Progressive Bulgar»»»

Amnesty International Bulgaria presented its annual report, The State of the World's Human Rights, at the BTA National Press Club in Sofia on Tuesday, assessing conditions in 144 countries. The non-governmental organization has urged governments not to allow the emergence of a global order that und»»»

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Tunis, April 21 (TAP) — The weather on Tuesday, will be partly cloudy across most regions. Winds will blow from the west. They will be light to moderate.The sea will be slightly rough.Temperatures will continue to rise slightly, with highs ranging...»»»

TEHRAN (Sputnik) - Tehran is demanding the prompt release of crew members from the Iranian-flagged merchant vessel Touska, seized by the United States in the Gulf of Oman, as well as the crew families aboard, the Iranian Foreign Ministry said on Tuesday. "The Islamic Republic of Iran, warning of th»»»

Dozens of US veterans and family members of military personnel have been arrested while staging a protest in the US Capitol building in Washington, D.C, in opposition to the war on Iran. At least 62 people were arrested during the demonstration at the Cannon House Office Building, which was organiz»»»

LONDON: The ex-civil servant behind the decision to approve Peter Mandelson’s appointment as British ambassador to Washington says he felt political pressure to rush through the appointment despite security concerns. Olly Robbins, former head of the Foreign Office, was fired by Prime Minister Keir »»»

Israeli troops were demolishing Tuesday houses, schools and buildings in the southern border towns of Khiam, Bint Jbeil, Beit Leef, Shamaa, al-Bayyada and Naqoura, in an area in south Lebanon below what Israel called the "yellow Line". The Israeli military also dropped thermal balloons overnight ov»»»

Saudi Arabia: The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development in Saudi Arabia, has detected a number of violations that required legal action against 14 recruitment offices. It decided to immediately suspend the operations of three recruitment offices, while the licences of 11 were revoked f»»»

Cairo — Egypt’s Egyptian Mineral Resources Company reported a significant rise in financial and operational performance for the fiscal year 2024/2025, according to outcomes approved during its general assembly chaired by Karim Badawi and attended by officials from the Ministry of Petroleum and Mine»»»

The EU's top diplomat has said the bloc will gauge the willingness of member states to take measures against Israel, after Spain re-upped demands to suspend a cooperation deal. Foreign ministers from the 27-nation bloc are expected to discuss the matter at a meeting in Luxembourg Tuesday after a ca»»»

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s biggest lenders, including Saudi National Bank, Riyad Bank, and Al Rajhi Bank, reported solid first-quarter earnings, supported by steady lending growth and resilient operating income. SNB, the Kingdom’s largest lender, posted a net profit of SR6.42 billion ($1.71 billion) fo»»»