Qatar reaffirms commitment to protect children affected by conflicts
Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar reaffirms its steadfast commitment to protecting children affected by conflicts and ensuring that humanitarian aid reaches them without obstacles. In this regard, HE Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misned, Minister of State for International Cooperation, emphasized the»»»
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»»»
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»»»
Qatar, France review ceasefire implications for energy markets, navigation
Doha, April 9 (SANA) — Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and French President Emmanuel Macron discussed on Wednesday, in a phone call, the latest regional and international developments, particularly the recently announced ceasefire between the United States and Iran. According to Qatar»»»
Prime Minister receives phone call from Portuguese Foreign Minister
Doha, Qatar: The Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani received a phone call from HE Paulo Rangel, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Portugal. During the call, they reviewed the latest developments in the region in light »»»
UAE leads regional push to boost supply chain resilience
Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, chaired a high-level coordination meeting hosted by the Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation at its headquarters in Dubai. The meeting brought together senior executives from leading global shipping companies and representativ»»»
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»»»
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," »»»
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»»»
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»»»
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»»»
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 »»»
Ansarullah Condemns Israeli Massacre in Lebanon: Targeting Civilians Signals Desperation
Yemen’s Ansarullah revolutionary group denounced on Thursday massacres committed by the Israeli enemy against the Lebanese people, saying the attack, which left hundreds martyred and wounded, reflects “extreme savagery” and warned that continued escalation points to a state of confusion and defeat.»»»
'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»»»
IMF approves $700 mn for Sri Lanka, warning of Mideast war shock
Colombo, Sri Lanka: The International Monetary Fund approved a further $700 million in loans for Sri Lanka on Thursday, while urging Colombo to accelerate reforms to guard its post-2022 economic recovery and address shocks from the Middle East crisis. The Fund mission approved the latest tranche of»»»
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»»»
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»»»
Maximum temperatures between 23°C and 36°C, Thursday
Tunis, April 9, 2026 (TAP) – Maximum temperatures on Thursday will range between 23°C and 29°C in the north, coastal areas, and highlands, and between 29°C and 33°C elsewhere in the country, according to the National Institute of Meteorology.The...»»»
'Time for compliments has passed as region faces critical phase', says Anwar Gargash
Abu Dhabi: Dr. Anwar Gargash, diplomatic adviser to the UAE President, stressed that the time for compliments has passed and that honesty is now essential, as the region faces a critical phase requiring clear and firm positions. Commenting on recent regional developments, Gargash said observers sho»»»
Dubai Humanitarian facilitates airlift of critical medical supplies from WHO, MSF, and Unicef to Afghanistan
Dubai: Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Dubai Humanitarian (DXBH) facilitated a critical humanitarian airlift to Kabul, Afghanistan, delivering 96 metric tonnes of life-saving medicines and m»»»
Thousands evacuated following heavy rains and floods in Dominican Republic
Santo Domingo: A child was killed and more than 5,000 people were evacuated as a result of heavy rains and floods that swept through several areas in the Dominican Republic. Local authorities reported that the rains caused damage to more than a thousand homes and disrupted electricity and water ser»»»
China launches new set of satellites
Beijing: China launched a new set of Internet satellites on Thursday from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center in Shaanxi province, northern China. This group of 21 low-orbit Internet satellites was launched aboard a modified Long March-6 carrier rocket and successfully entered the planned orbit. Th»»»
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»»»
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»»»
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»»»