Dubai: As the US-Israel war on Iran enters its fourth week, Pakistan is rapidly positioning itself as a central diplomatic player, with officials and international reports pointing to Islamabad’s growing role as a key intermediary between Washington and Tehran in efforts to prevent a wider regional»»»

Doha, Qatar: Al Rayyan will take on Al Shahania in the first QSL Cup quarter-final at Al Khor Stadium today, looking to continue their fine run in the revamped tournament. The Lions topped the single-stage league table with 25 points to book an automatic quarter-final berth, along with second-place»»»

An Iranian man who was arrested last week for an alleged attempt to enter Britain's nuclear submarine base in Scotland has been released pending further inquiries, Scottish prosecutors said on Monday, Reuters reports.The 34-year-old was detained on Thursday along with a 31-year-old Romanian woman a»»»

Almost 30 million RON were paid for 36 investments made through programs run by the Ministry of Development, MDLPA announced on Monday.According to the cited source, the Ministry of Development, Public Works and Administration (MDLPA) has settled works worth a total of 29,775,567.67 RON for 36 inve»»»

Social Democratic Party (PSD) President Sorin Grindeanu said on Monday that 20 April has been set for an internal consultation on whether the party should remain in the ruling coalition, with eight regional meetings on the topic scheduled beforehand."We also made our political decisions today, rela»»»

European Commissioner for Fisheries and Oceans Costas Kadis visited a fish processing plant specializing in products from the Danube Delta in Tulcea and discussed with its representatives about investments in fish processing funded through the Aquaculture and Fisheries Programme (AFP), as well as o»»»

Dacian Ciolos, former European Commissioner, is Romania's candidate for the position of Secretary General of the Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie.The announcement was made on Monday by President Nicusor Dan, at the event organized on the occasion of the International Day of Francophon»»»

The ministry for regional development and public works announced on Monday that there follows the construction of a cross-border system for the monitoring of pollution on the Danube due to maritime transport. The pilot initiative will be implemented by the Executive Agency ‘Maritime Administration’»»»

Senate Speaker Mircea Abrudean will pay a visit to Croatia on Tuesday and Wednesday, where he will participate in the Parliamentary Summit of the Three Seas Initiative (I3M) in Zagreb and will have several bilateral meetings.According to an internal Senate Memorandum, approved by the Permanent Bure»»»

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, seen here during the ruling party's Ninth Congress in February, declared South Korea the "most hostile state," state-run media reported Tuesday. File Photo by KCNA/EPA SEOUL, March 24 (UPI) -- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un declared South Korea the "most hostile st»»»

Rio de Janeiro police said Monday they had arrested eight people for brutally beating a capybara -- the world's largest rodent whose chill demeanor has inspired countless memes online in recent years. Resembling a giant, gentle guinea pig, the shaggy, light brown capybara (Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris»»»

Leading Hezbollah officials decided to escalate their rhetoric against the Lebanese government, threatening to take new political approaches after the war, even as its fighters battle Israeli troops on the ground. The Iran-backed party has decided to effectively open a new battle in Lebanon, this t»»»

Abu Dhabi: The UAE’s Ministry of Interior has called on the public to exercise caution and strictly follow safety guidelines during the current spell of unstable weather, stressing that adherence to official instructions is essential to protect lives and property. In guidance issued through its off»»»

Doha, Qatar: Al Rayyan and Al Arabi opened their Men’s Basketball League semi-final playoff campaigns with convincing wins yesterday as the 2025–2026 season resumed following a temporary suspension due to regional circumstances. Matches were played at Al Gharafa Hall without spectators. Al Rayyan d»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s fintech sector is entering a new phase where real financial infrastructure is being deployed, moving beyond pilot projects and policy discussions, a market expert has said. Stiven Muccioli, Founder and CEO of BKN301, stated that one of the most notable changes on the ground is »»»

One of the “hidden” fragments of the Stone of Scone was set into a ring that was lost or stolen shortly afterwards, it has emerged. The ancient stone was snatched during an infamos raid in which a group of nationalist students took it from Westminster Abbey and returned it to Scotland. The stone br»»»

The night air in eastern Ukraine is crisp, and a myriad of stars scatter above a small crew of soldiers watching for Iranian-designed Shahed drones that Russia launches in waves. Such teams are deployed across the country as part of a constantly evolving effort to counter the low-cost loitering mun»»»

The Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) thwarted a series of terrorist attacks with the use of bombs and drones, plotted by Ukraine against the Russian army and targeting strategic facilities in Moscow and the Moscow Region. "The Federal Security Service of Russia has received information about »»»

Metal prices are dropping noticeably on Tuesday morning, with gold declining for the fifth consecutive trading session, trading data showed. At 05:26 GMT, June gold futures on the New York Comex exchange slid $64.96 from the prior close, or 1.46%, to $4,374.54 per troy ounce. Over the past four day»»»

On March 24, 2015, a Germanwings plane carrying 150 people, including German high school students, crashed in the French Alps in southern France. 1 of 3 | On March 24, 2015, a Germanwings plane carrying 150 people, including German high school students, crashed in the French Alps in southern France»»»

The Defense Department under Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a new policy affecting reporters' access to the Pentagon in response to a federal judge last week ruling against previously announced restrictions. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo March 24 (UPI) -- The Department of Defense»»»

Dubai: Fans planning to attend this year’s Middle East Film & Comic Con will have to wait a little longer, as organisers have officially announced that the event has been postponed from its original April dates. The convention, which was scheduled to take place from 24–26 April 2026, will now be he»»»

Dubai: Residents stranded abroad were allowed to return to the UAE even if their residency permits had expired, as authorities moved swiftly to ease procedures during the crisis, a top official has said. Lieutenant General Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri, Director General of the General Directorate of Iden»»»

A military transport plane carrying 121 people, mostly soldiers, crashed shortly after takeoff on Monday in Puerto Leguizamo, Colombia, killing at least 66 and injuring 81, authorities said. The injured were treated locally before being airlifted, while victims’ bodies were taken to the town’s morg»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Embassy of Pakistan, Doha, Qatar, yesterday celebrated the Pakistan Day in a simple and graceful ceremony. Ambassador of Pakistan to Qatar, H E Muhammad Aamer hoisted the national flag. The messages of the President of Pakistan, H E Asif Ali Zardari, the Prime Minister of Pakistan »»»

Doha: Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) announced the resumption of normal operations across all its medical facilities and clinics, effective today, following the Eid Al-Fitr holiday. For appointments and inquiries, HMC urged patients to contact the “Nesma’ak” customer service at 16060 or use the “L»»»

A military transport plane with 128 people on board, mostly soldiers, crashed shortly after taking off Monday in Puerto Leguizamo, Colombia, killing at least 66 people and leaving dozens injured, the head of Colombia’s armed forces said. General Hugo Alejandro López Barreto said that four military »»»

Dubai: What started as a monthly habit has turned into a life-changing moment for 41-year-old Palestinian expatriate Mohammed Ashour, who has been one of the latest winners of Big Ticket’s second weekly e-draw for March. Ashour, who works as a guest service agent at Zayed International Airport, has»»»

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese struck a long-awaited free trade deal on Tuesday, aiming to boost exports amid global trade uncertainty. The accord reflects efforts by both sides to diversify supply chains and address energy vulnerab»»»

Today marks the final deadline for Bulgarian citizens to submit applications to vote abroad in the upcoming parliamentary elections scheduled for April 19. Requests can be filed either in writing using a standard form or electronically through the website of the Central Election Commission. So far,»»»

The construction of Orto-Tokoy Hydroelectric Power Plant (HPP) is entering its final phase. The Ministry of Energy of Kyrgyzstan reported. Major works are almost complete, and preparations are underway for the station’s launch. Currently, builders are laying roads to deliver heavy equipment to the »»»

Less than 48 hours before the US-Israeli strike on Iran began, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke by phone to President Donald Trump about the reasons for launching the kind of complex, far-off war the American leader once had campaigned against, according to an exclusive report published by R»»»

Doha, Qatar: As the Qatar Meteorology Department forecasts rain accompanied by thunder and wind in the country, various government bodies have issued safety guidelines and helpline contact details. The Ministry of Interior advised motorists to reduce their speed and use windshield wipers and to avo»»»

Qatar’s Ministries of Labour and Commerce and Industry have announced the end of the remote work mandate for all private sector institutions. The decision follows guidance from the Secretariat General of the Council of Ministers to resume regular on-site operations. Stay updated: Get the latest fas»»»

Sharjah City Municipality has announced that the exemption from public parking fees will continue starting Monday, 23 March 2026, and will remain in effect until further notice, in response to the current unstable weather conditions. The waiver applies to all public parking areas across the emirate»»»

An Irish-born priest whose groundbreaking approach to child poverty inspired an Oscar-winning film, has now taken a significant step towards becoming a saint. Fr Edward Flanagan set up a sanctuary in the United States to care for thousands of orphaned and impoverished boys during World War One. He »»»

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Meteorology Department shared the total amount of rain recorded across the country on March 23, 2026. It reported that Al Wakrah received 50mm of rainfall, which was the highest in the country for that day. Meanwhile, Doha received 18.5mm, while Ain Snan and Ras Laffan record»»»

Australia is a crucial source of minerals, including for nuclear power, to help stave off a bigger supply shock than the world is currently facing in energy due to the Iran war, the head of the International Energy Agency said on Tuesday. The world is facing its worst-ever energy shock due to the U»»»

Bulgaria registered a total of 80,348 crimes in 2025, according to the annual report from the Interior Ministry published on Monday. Of these, 86.7% were crimes targeting individuals and their property, while 13.3% were economic offenses. Overall, the number of recorded crimes fell by 6.6% compared»»»

Tuberculosis Open Door Week has begun as announced on the Sofia Regional Health Inspectorate (SRHI) website. March 24 is observed internationally as World Tuberculosis Day. Until March 27, 2026, the Cabinet for Anonymous, Free Counselling and Testing for HIV/AIDS will provide health information mat»»»

Doha: As offices nationwide returned to regular working hours today, industry experts and employees have commended the authorities for the seamless and efficient shift to remote work at the onset of the crisis, which has guaranteed uninterrupted operations across the board. Remote work systems play»»»

International human rights organizations call on Kyrgyz authorities to completely drop the criminal prosecution of journalist Makhabat Tazhibek kyzy following a court decision to release her from custody. Amnesty International stated that the journalist’s release from prison is a «long-overdue step»»»

The European Union and Australia struck a long-awaited free-trade deal on Tuesday, while also agreeing to boost defense cooperation and access to rare earth minerals in the face of global uncertainty over trade. EU chief Ursula von der Leyen's visit to Australia comes as the 27-nation bloc and the »»»

Dubai: A Dubai-based driver’s years of patience and teamwork have finally paid off, after he bagged gold in the latest Big Ticket weekly e-draw. Ansar Pookunju, a 47-year-old expatriate from Kerala, India, has been living in the UAE for 23 years. He and his group of 20 friends have been consistentl»»»

The deadline for submitting applications for voting abroad in the early elections on April 19 expires on Tuesday as stated in the election timeline by the Central Election Commission (CEC). A Bulgarian citizen who has the right to vote and wishes to vote abroad can request to do so by means of a wr»»»

Doha, Qatar: The General Directorate of Endowments at the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has successfully secured QR2m in charitable contributions to build an endowment project for the construction of a mosque in Al Murrah East, following a high-impact digital fundraising campaign launched d»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar has affirmed its support for efforts aimed at strengthening the humanitarian response, stressing the importance of consolidating the principle of international solidarity and sharing burdens and responsibilities in light of the unprecedented rise in the number of refugees and dis»»»

Sociologist Dimitar Ganev has projected a higher voter turnout for the upcoming parliamentary elections in Bulgaria, estimating that around 3.1 million Bulgarians will cast their ballots, compared to roughly 2.6 million in 2024. He shared his analysis in an interview with Bulgarian National Radio, »»»

Syria's army said on Monday that one of its bases in the northeast was targeted by a missile attack from neighboring Iraq, while an Iraqi official said a local armed group was behind the attack. "One of our military bases near the town of al-Yarubiyah in the Hasakeh province was targeted by a missi»»»

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said his country would permanently strengthen its nuclear forces and treat South Korea as its most hostile state, as he set out policy priorities in a speech to parliament, state media KCNA reported on Tuesday. Kim said Pyongyang's status as a nuclear-armed state was»»»