Bulgarian News Agency 1h

CC-DB Top-of-the-List Candidate Dzhipo Dzhipov in Razgrad: Do Not Wait for Saviour, Together We Can Change Bulgaria

Meeting with citizens and business representatives here on Saturday, Dzhipo Dzhipov, top-of-the-list candidate of Continue the Change - Democratic Bulgaria (CC-DB) in Razgrad, called on people not to wait for a saviour. "Together we are strong, and together we can change Bulgaria," he said, as quot»»»

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The Peninsula 6h

MOI enables financial claim payment via Metrash

Doha, Qatar: The Search and Follow Up Department of Ministry of Interior provides a financial claims payment service through the Metrash App. The Ministry of Interior explained this in a social media post, adding that the 'Financial Claims Payment' service can be accessed in three easy steps. The s»»»

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Naharnet 7h

Middle East war: Global economic fallout

Here are the latest economic events in the Middle East war: - More ships pass Hormuz - A French-owned and a Japanese-owned vessel are among a handful of ships to have transited the war-torn Strait of Hormuz, maritime tracking data showed Friday. The passage, a vital route for oil and liquified natu»»»

Al Awsat 7h

Houthis Threaten ‘Gradual Escalation’ after Fourth Attack on Israel

Yemen’s Houthi group has threatened “gradual escalation” after claiming a fourth attack on Israel, about a week after entering the war alongside Iran as part of the Tehran-led “axis of resistance.” The move comes as Yemen’s internationally recognized government steps up rhetoric, saying a decisive »»»

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Al Awsat 9h

French, Japanese Ships Cross Strait of Hormuz in First Since War

One French- and another Japanese-owned vessel are among a handful of vessels to have crossed the war-torn Strait of Hormuz, maritime tracking data showed Friday. The passage, a vital maritime route for oil and liquified natural gas, has been virtually blocked by Iran since the start of the war, sai»»»

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UPI 9h

On This Day, April 4: Gates, Allen found Microsoft - UPI.com

On April 4, 1975, Microsoft was founded by Bill Gates and Paul Allen. 1 of 8 | Microsoft Chairman Bill Gates attends the NBA Finals game on June 10, 1996, in Seattle. On April 4, 1975, Microsoft was founded by Gates and Paul Allen. File Photo by Jim Ruymen/UPI | License Photo April 4 (UPI) -- On th»»»

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UPI 23h

Chile joins regional debate to regulate surrogate motherhood - UPI.com

The Chilean The Family Committee of the Chamber of Deputies began this week to discuss a bill supported by all political parties that would prohibit and penalize the practice of surrogate motherhood. Photo by widephish/Pixabay SANTIAGO, Chile, April 3 (UPI) -- Chile has joined other Latin American »»»

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BNE 1d

Ethiopia secures $13.1bn in deals led by $10bn Ming Yang investment into green ammonia project

Ethiopia has signed investment agreements and memoranda of understanding worth $13.1bn at the Invest in Ethiopia 2026 forum, with the Office of the Prime Minister of Ethiopia describing the outcome as a boost to investor sentiment, although most commitments remain at an early stage. »»»

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BNE 1d

Ethiopia secures $13.1bn in deals led by $10bn Ming Yang investment into green ammonia project

Ethiopia has signed investment agreements and memoranda of understanding worth $13.1bn at the Invest in Ethiopia 2026 forum, with the Office of the Prime Minister of Ethiopia describing the outcome as a boost to investor sentiment, although most commitments remain at an early stage. »»»

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Gulf News 03.04. 16:27

Dubai-born hotel group expands to Morocco with Casablanca launch

Dubai: Dubai-born Leva Hotels has announced its entry into North Africa with a new project in Casablanca. The brand will launch Leva Casablanca this summer through a management agreement with Ismail Oukrid, COO of the Group, Ares Invest, Oukrid Family Office. The property, formerly known as the Was»»»

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Business-review 03.04. 14:12

CruiseHub: Cruise vacations, the safest option, especially in unpredictable times

Market data and booking behavior observed by CruiseHub specialists clearly highlight this shift: Romanian tourists are no longer just looking for a destination, but for a worry-free, well-organized vacation, where they can visit multiple places in a short time without having to manage every detail »»»

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Business-review 03.04. 13:50

Reţele Electrice România invested RON 1.4 billion in 2025 in electric distribution networks

Key projects were implemented in Muntenia, Banat and Dobrogea regions and involved the modernization of existing primary stations and secondary stations, along with works for the modernization and extension of underground and overhead power lines. In 2026, the company will continue its investment p»»»

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Sputnik 03.04. 13:15

How Does US Exercise ‘Predatory Hegemony,’ Extract Resources, Money and Influence?

Weeks have passed since the US and Israel launched wide-ranging strikes on Iran on February 28. The US government, although it had told US media on March 11 that the military operation would end "soon," later announced air raids on multiple Iranian targets, including its oil hub Kharg Island, repor»»»

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Gulf News 03.04. 12:48

How UAE community helped raise millions for captains through Careem’s tip-matching campaign

Dubai: In a powerful example of community giving, the UAE public have helped raise nearly Dh6 million for delivery riders, drivers, and taxi captains through a Ramadan campaign launched by Careem. Called "Tip Matching" initiative, the Everything application has maximised customer contributions by m»»»

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The Peninsula 03.04. 12:36

Bangladesh cuts office hours, turns off wedding lights to save energy

Dhaka: Bangladesh cut office, shop hours and banned decorative lighting at weddings starting on Friday as it seeks to conserve energy stocks after global price hikes due to the Middle East war. Bangladesh imports 95 percent of its oil and gas needs, mostly from the Middle East and said that, while »»»

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Libya Herald 03.04. 12:06

Aldabaiba instructs CBL to terminate Arkenu Oil Company’s oil sales agreement

The Tripoli based Libyan government, led by Abdel Hamid Aldabaiba, issued a directive yesterday, leaked to local media, instructing the Central Bank of Libya (CBL) to terminate the development agreement signed between the Arabian Gulf Oil Company (AGOCO) and the controversial Arkenu Oil Company. Th»»»

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Gulf News 03.04. 12:00

Emirates Environmental Group honours 52 entities as UAE deepens net zero and circular economy drive

Dubai: The Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) hosted its 29th Annual Corporate Gala Dinner, a distinguished evening dedicated to recognising sustainability leadership, strengthening partnerships and reaffirming the UAE’s steadfast commitment to environmental progress. Held under the gracious patron»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 03.04. 11:54

Healthcare Forum Debates Funding, Staffing and Access to Medicines

Experts and institutional representatives discussed problems in healthcare and possible solutions at the 13th national healthcare forum NEXTGEN HEALTH on Friday. Participants included representatives of the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF), the professional organizations of doctors and pharmac»»»

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Libya Herald 03.04. 11:25

Clash between Libya’s religious and secular authorities regarding the permissibility of surcharging for e-payments

A clash is occurring between Libya’s secular and religious orders as to the permissibility of merchants imposing an extra charge for receiving payments, for goods or services, electronically versus in cash. The religious viewLast Wednesday (1 April), the Libyan Fatwa House in Tripoli (Dar Al-Ifta) »»»

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Al Awsat 03.04. 10:58

Iraq in Talks with Gulf States on Pipeline Exports beyond Hormuz

Iraq is in talks with Gulf countries to use their pipeline networks to secure alternative oil export routes beyond the Strait of Hormuz, the state oil marketer SOMO said Thursday. The move is part of an emergency strategy by the oil ministry to tap regional infrastructure and bypass maritime chokep»»»

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BNE 03.04. 09:33

Spain cuts the link between gas and power and has Europe’s cheapest power

A year ago this week, Spain’s grid ran entirely on renewable power for a full day for the first time ever. Wind, solar, and hydro met all the peninsula’s electricity demand on April 16. Five days later, solar set a new record, generating 20,120 MW of instantaneous power – covering 78.6% of demand a»»»

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BNE 03.04. 09:33

Spain cuts the link between gas and power and has Europe’s cheapest power

A year ago this week, Spain’s grid ran entirely on renewable power for a full day for the first time ever. Wind, solar, and hydro met all the peninsula’s electricity demand on April 16. Five days later, solar set a new record, generating 20,120 MW of instantaneous power – covering 78.6% of demand a»»»

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BNE 03.04. 09:33

Spain cuts the link between gas and power and has Europe’s cheapest power

A year ago this week, Spain’s grid ran entirely on renewable power for a full day for the first time ever. Wind, solar, and hydro met all the peninsula’s electricity demand on April 16. Five days later, solar set a new record, generating 20,120 MW of instantaneous power – covering 78.6% of demand a»»»

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BNE 03.04. 09:33

Spain cuts the link between gas and power and has Europe’s cheapest power

A year ago this week, Spain’s grid ran entirely on renewable power for a full day for the first time ever. Wind, solar, and hydro met all the peninsula’s electricity demand on April 16. Five days later, solar set a new record, generating 20,120 MW of instantaneous power – covering 78.6% of demand a»»»

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BNE 03.04. 09:33

Spain cuts the link between gas and power and has Europe’s cheapest power

A year ago this week, Spain’s grid ran entirely on renewable power for a full day for the first time ever. Wind, solar, and hydro met all the peninsula’s electricity demand on April 16. Five days later, solar set a new record, generating 20,120 MW of instantaneous power – covering 78.6% of demand a»»»

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BNE 03.04. 09:33

Spain cuts the link between gas and power and has Europe’s cheapest power

A year ago this week, Spain’s grid ran entirely on renewable power for a full day for the first time ever. Wind, solar, and hydro met all the peninsula’s electricity demand on April 16. Five days later, solar set a new record, generating 20,120 MW of instantaneous power – covering 78.6% of demand a»»»

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BNE 03.04. 09:33

Spain cuts the link between gas and power and has Europe’s cheapest power

A year ago this week, Spain’s grid ran entirely on renewable power for a full day for the first time ever. Wind, solar, and hydro met all the peninsula’s electricity demand on April 16. Five days later, solar set a new record, generating 20,120 MW of instantaneous power – covering 78.6% of demand a»»»

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BNE 03.04. 09:33

Spain cuts the link between gas and power and has Europe’s cheapest power

A year ago this week, Spain’s grid ran entirely on renewable power for a full day for the first time ever. Wind, solar, and hydro met all the peninsula’s electricity demand on April 16. Five days later, solar set a new record, generating 20,120 MW of instantaneous power – covering 78.6% of demand a»»»

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BNE 03.04. 08:50

Spain cuts the link between gas and power and has Europe’s cheapest power

A year ago this week, Spain’s grid ran entirely on renewable power for a full day for the first time ever. Wind, solar, and hydro met all the peninsula’s electricity demand on April 16. Five days later, solar set a new record, generating 20,120 MW of instantaneous power – covering 78.6% of demand a»»»

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Actmedia 03.04. 08:47

Isarescu: Romania's accession to OECD is a country project, with euro adoption to follow

Romania already has a "country project" represented by its accession to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), now in the final stage, and the next strategic objective will be the adoption of the euro, after rebalancing the economy and reducing the major fiscal deficit, »»»

The Peninsula 03.04. 08:35

Italy’s football chief resigns after World Cup disaster

Milan: The head of Italy’s football federation (FIGC) resigned yesterday, falling on his sword after the men’s national team failed to qualify for the World Cup for a third consecutive time. Gabriele Gravina revealed he would step down as the country’s top football official following a meeting held»»»

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The Peninsula 03.04. 07:52

World Autism Awareness Day: Expert advice helps parents support children during stressful moments

Doha, Qatar: As the world marked World Autism Awareness Day yesterday, parents and caregivers are being encouraged to better support children with autism, particularly during times of stress and uncertainty. Consultant Developmental Pediatrician at Sidra Medicine, Dr. Aboud Babiker Ali Eltom says s»»»

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France24 03.04. 07:17

Macron says 'unrealistic' to open Hormuz Strait by force, urges Trump to 'be serious'

French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday said it would be unrealistic to launch a military operation to force open the Strait of Hormuz after US President Donald Trump challenged allies to work towards reopening it. In unusually strong criticism, Macron accused Trump of constantly con»»»

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France24 03.04. 07:17

The Observers - Members of Iran’s Basij militia mount online intimidation campaign to deter protests

Heavily armed and dressed in camouflage, members of Iran's Basij paramilitary force have been circulating photos of themselves patrolling the streets of Tehran with portraits of the new supreme leader since early March. The aim: to dissuade Iranians from restarting protests against the regime. Mask»»»

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France24 03.04. 06:43

People & Profit - IVF and the workplace: How fertility struggles affect women’s careers

Fertility treatments such as IVF are becoming increasingly common. But a study by UK-based organisation Fertility Matters at Work suggests that nearly two-thirds of respondents do not feel comfortable speaking to their employer about support during the process. Our guests, Becky Kearns – CEO a»»»

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BNE 03.04. 06:23

Cost of living shock deepens as energy crisis hits G7 spending – Oxford Economics

A surge in energy prices following the escalation of the Iran conflict is intensifying the cost-of-living crisis across the G7, dragging consumer spending growth to its weakest level since 2022, according to a note by Ryan Sweet, Chief Global Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»

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BNE 03.04. 06:23

Cost of living shock deepens as energy crisis hits G7 spending – Oxford Economics

A surge in energy prices following the escalation of the Iran conflict is intensifying the cost-of-living crisis across the G7, dragging consumer spending growth to its weakest level since 2022, according to a note by Ryan Sweet, Chief Global Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»

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BNE 03.04. 06:23

Cost of living shock deepens as energy crisis hits G7 spending – Oxford Economics

A surge in energy prices following the escalation of the Iran conflict is intensifying the cost-of-living crisis across the G7, dragging consumer spending growth to its weakest level since 2022, according to a note by Ryan Sweet, Chief Global Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»

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BNE 03.04. 06:23

Cost of living shock deepens as energy crisis hits G7 spending – Oxford Economics

A surge in energy prices following the escalation of the Iran conflict is intensifying the cost-of-living crisis across the G7, dragging consumer spending growth to its weakest level since 2022, according to a note by Ryan Sweet, Chief Global Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»

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BNE 03.04. 06:23

Cost of living shock deepens as energy crisis hits G7 spending – Oxford Economics

A surge in energy prices following the escalation of the Iran conflict is intensifying the cost-of-living crisis across the G7, dragging consumer spending growth to its weakest level since 2022, according to a note by Ryan Sweet, Chief Global Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»

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BNE 03.04. 06:23

Cost of living shock deepens as energy crisis hits G7 spending – Oxford Economics

A surge in energy prices following the escalation of the Iran conflict is intensifying the cost-of-living crisis across the G7, dragging consumer spending growth to its weakest level since 2022, according to a note by Ryan Sweet, Chief Global Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»

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BNE 03.04. 06:23

Cost of living shock deepens as energy crisis hits G7 spending – Oxford Economics

A surge in energy prices following the escalation of the Iran conflict is intensifying the cost-of-living crisis across the G7, dragging consumer spending growth to its weakest level since 2022, according to a note by Ryan Sweet, Chief Global Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»

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BNE 03.04. 06:23

Cost of living shock deepens as energy crisis hits G7 spending – Oxford Economics

A surge in energy prices following the escalation of the Iran conflict is intensifying the cost-of-living crisis across the G7, dragging consumer spending growth to its weakest level since 2022, according to a note by Ryan Sweet, Chief Global Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»

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BNE 03.04. 06:23

Cost of living shock deepens as energy crisis hits G7 spending – Oxford Economics

A surge in energy prices following the escalation of the Iran conflict is intensifying the cost-of-living crisis across the G7, dragging consumer spending growth to its weakest level since 2022, according to a note by Ryan Sweet, Chief Global Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»

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BNE 03.04. 06:23

Cost of living shock deepens as energy crisis hits G7 spending – Oxford Economics

A surge in energy prices following the escalation of the Iran conflict is intensifying the cost-of-living crisis across the G7, dragging consumer spending growth to its weakest level since 2022, according to a note by Ryan Sweet, Chief Global Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 03.04. 06:23

Cost of living shock deepens as energy crisis hits G7 spending – Oxford Economics

A surge in energy prices following the escalation of the Iran conflict is intensifying the cost-of-living crisis across the G7, dragging consumer spending growth to its weakest level since 2022, according to a note by Ryan Sweet, Chief Global Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»

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BNE 03.04. 06:23

Cost of living shock deepens as energy crisis hits G7 spending – Oxford Economics

A surge in energy prices following the escalation of the Iran conflict is intensifying the cost-of-living crisis across the G7, dragging consumer spending growth to its weakest level since 2022, according to a note by Ryan Sweet, Chief Global Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»

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BNE 03.04. 06:23

Ethiopia secures $13.1bn in deals led by $10bn Ming Yang investment into green ammonia project

Ethiopia has signed investment agreements and memoranda of understanding worth $13.1bn at the Invest in Ethiopia 2026 forum, with the Office of the Prime Minister of Ethiopia describing the outcome as a boost to investor sentiment, although most commitments remain at an early stage. »»»

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BNE 03.04. 06:23

Ethiopia secures $13.1bn in deals led by $10bn Ming Yang investment into green ammonia project

Ethiopia has signed investment agreements and memoranda of understanding worth $13.1bn at the Invest in Ethiopia 2026 forum, with the Office of the Prime Minister of Ethiopia describing the outcome as a boost to investor sentiment, although most commitments remain at an early stage. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 03.04. 06:23

Cost of living shock deepens as energy crisis hits G7 spending – Oxford Economics

A surge in energy prices following the escalation of the Iran conflict is intensifying the cost-of-living crisis across the G7, dragging consumer spending growth to its weakest level since 2022, according to a note by Ryan Sweet, Chief Global Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»

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