Swedish low-carbon steelmaker Stegra raises 1.4 bn euros for new mill
Stockholm: The low-carbon Swedish steel startup Stegra, which has been struggling to secure financing, said Tuesday that it had raised 1.4 billion euros ($1.6 billion) from private investors to complete a "green" steel mill. The company is building the mill, which it says will use technology that e»»»
Humanoid Robot Half-Marathon Approaches; China’s Robotics Sector Grows
As the capital city sheds its daytime bustle, rhythmic footsteps echo across a quiet track under the cover of night. This weekend, a group of unusual "runners" took to the course for adaptive training ahead of next week's half marathon event held in Beijing Economic-Technological Development Area (»»»
National Board of Tourism Establishes Strategic Council to Shape Brand Bulgaria
The National Board of Tourism (NBT) established a Strategic Council as an intellectual platform for the exchange of innovative ideas and proposals for their implementation, which will be periodically presented to the President, the Prime Minister, the Tourism Minister, other interested institutions»»»
Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi meets with chairmen of leading Chinese companies
Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has met with chairmen of leading Chinese companies across key priority sectors, including energy, petrochemicals, sovereign investment, advanced technology, renewable energy and electronics. The meetings focused on further st»»»
“Hungary Shows the Way”: Vassilev Links Mass Vote to Removing Borissov and Peevski
Speaking at a public meeting in Pazardzhik, “We Continue the Change” leader Asen Vassilev warned that a new external shock linked to Iran could trigger another major economic crisis, with direct effects on energy prices, food costs and vulnerable households. He argued that the key policy response s»»»
Despite US Blockade, Sanctioned Oil Tanker Transits Strait of Hormuz
Shipping data showed on Tuesday that an oil tanker subject to U.S. sanctions transited the Strait of Hormuz, marking the first such transit since the United States imposed a blockade on the vital waterway, according to Reuters. The agency reported that, according to data from the London Stock Excha»»»
UAE, Philippines move to faster remittances and linked payments
Dubai: The UAE and the Philippines have moved to strengthen financial ties with a new agreement aimed at improving cross-border payments and expanding cooperation across fintech and Islamic finance. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The Central Bank of the UAE and the Ba»»»
Indonesia Agrees to Receive Oil, Gas Supplies From Russia - Indonesian Energy Ministry
JAKARTA (Sputnik) - Indonesia has secured agreements on the supply of crude oil, fuel and liquefied petroleum gas from Russia, Indonesian Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Bahlil Lahadalia said on Tuesday. "We will be able to increase our crude oil reserves. In addition, we will have the opp»»»
Syria highlights economic reforms at Washington dialogue session
Washington, April 14 (SANA) Syrian Finance Minister Mohamed Yisr Barnieh and Central Bank Governor Abdulkader Husarieh took part in a dialogue session in Washington focused on Syria’s economic developments and ongoing reform efforts. The session, co-hosted by the Middle East Institute (MEI) and the»»»
By 20-Plus Bills, CC-DB Will Gauge Backing for Captured State Dismantling
Continue the Change – Democratic Bulgaria (CC-DB) will seek to test the resolve of Bulgaria’s next parliament with a package of more than 20 anti-corruption laws, according to Ivaylo Mirchev, co-chair of the CC-DB-affiliated Yes, Bulgaria party. In an interview with Capital.bg published Tuesday and»»»
France, UK to host Hormuz talks Friday: French presidency
Paris, France: France and Britain will co-host a video conference Friday of countries ready to contribute to a "purely defensive mission" to secure the Strait of Hormuz, the French president's office said. President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will co-chair the meeting t»»»
France, UK to Host Hormuz Talks Friday
France and Britain will co-host a video conference Friday of countries ready to contribute to a "purely defensive mission" to secure the Strait of Hormuz, the French president's office said. President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will co-chair the meeting to discuss a pla»»»
National Repository for Radioactive Waste Unveiled at Kozloduy Plant
A National Repository for Radioactive Waste was unveiled by caretaker Minister of Energy Traicho Traikov near the Kozloduy Nuclear Power Plant on Tuesday. He described the repository as unique and one of the most modern in Europe, allowing Bulgaria to store low- and intermediate-level waste for 60 »»»
Czechoslovak Group owner said to be in talks with PPF to acquire largest commercial TV station in Slovakia
Michal Strnad, Czech owner of regional weaponry and ammunition conglomerate Czechoslovak Group (CSG), is said to be in talks with the richest Czech investment company PPF Group over a sale of TV Markíza, the biggest commercial television station in Slovakia. »»»
National Repository for Radioactive Waste Unveiled in Kozloduy
A National Repository for Radioactive Waste was unveiled by caretaker Minister of Energy Traicho Traikov near the Kozloduy Nuclear Power Plant on Tuesday. He described the repository as unique and one of the most modern in Europe, allowing Bulgaria to store low- and intermediate-level waste for 60 »»»
Macron, Starmer to co-chair talks on Strait of Hormuz mission to protect shipping
French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will co-chair a conference Friday in Paris, bringing together non-belligerent nations willing to participate in a mission in the Strait of Hormuz “when security conditions allow.” Other participants will take part via videocon»»»
Czechoslovak Group owner said to be in talks with PPF to acquire largest commercial TV station in Slovakia
Michal Strnad, Czech owner of regional weaponry and ammunition conglomerate Czechoslovak Group (CSG), is said to be in talks with the richest Czech investment company PPF Group over a sale of TV Markíza, the biggest commercial television station in Slovakia. »»»
Russia’s first IPO in 2026 priced at heavy discount
Russia’s electronic trading platform B2B RTS, part of Sovcombank Group, set its 2026 IPO price range at RUB112–RUB118 per share, implying a market capitalisation of RUB20bn–RUB21.1bn ($217mn–$229mn), well below market expectations of RUB35bn–RUB45bn, according to Kommersant daily citing market part»»»
Su-57E Generates Great Interest Among Rosoboronexport’s Partners - Report
Russia has already signed several contracts for the sale of the fifth-generation Su-57E fighter jet, and the list of customers for the aircraft is expanding, Russia's defense exporter Rosoboronexport reported on Tuesday ahead of the DSA-2026 arms exhibition in Malaysia. The Defense Services Asia (D»»»
Healthcare Inflation in Bulgaria Twice National Average, Analysis Shows
Healthcare inflation in Bulgaria in 2026 compared to 2025 is double that of the country, shows an analysis of the health insurance system in Bulgaria presented at Bulgarian News Agency's National Press Club on Tuesday. It was carried out by Health Metrics - a company specializing in the collection,»»»
How UAE startups can survive uncertainty: Smart cuts, key protections, and priorities
When cash flow tightens, instinct often swings between panic and paralysis. But according to founders and operators on the frontlines, the difference between startups that stall and those that stabilise is what they choose to protect. Here’s a sharp, founder-led breakdown of how to rethink costs wi»»»
From secret supper club to cult favourite: the rise of LahKee Dubai
Dubai: LahKee is the kind of place you hear about from a friend who says, “Trust me, just go.” Tucked away and quietly buzzing, the hole-in-the-wall spot has built a loyal following in Dubai, not through hype, but through heart and seriously good food. Step inside and you’ll find an open kitchen, a»»»
Pakistan Says Looking at Options to Repay $3.5 Billion UAE Loan
Pakistan is considering Eurobonds, loans from other countries and commercial debt to replace a $3.5 billion facility from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and manage its foreign reserves, its finance minister said. Muhammad Aurangzeb also told Reuters the shock from the ongoing war in the Middle East»»»
City University Qatar, beIN partner to advance talent development
Doha, Qatar: City University Qatar and beIN Medic Group ‘beIN’ have formed a strategic partnership that underscores their shared commitment to developing talent, strengthening academic-industry collaboration, and driving innovation across the region. The agreement was signed yesterday at City Unive»»»
Cotroceni Palace to host Bucharest Nine and Nordic Summit on May 13
President Nicusor Dan and his Polish counterpart, Karol Nawrocki, will co-chair the Bucharest Nine (B9) and Nordic Summit on May 13 at the Cotroceni Palace, an event themed "Delivering More for Transatlantic Security", the Presidential Administration announced.The Bucharest 9 format, launched in 20»»»
Qatar reveals details of pavilion for 2026 Venice Biennale
Doha, Qatar: The National Pavilion of Qatar has revealed details of its presentation for the 61st International Art Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia, running from May 9 to November 22, 2026. Commissioned by Chairperson of Qatar Museums H E Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the »»»
Crans-Montana mayor says unaware of six-year safety lapse before Swiss bar fire that killed 41
Crans-Montana Mayor Nicolas Feraud said on Monday he was unaware safety checks had not been conducted for six years at a Swiss ski resort bar where a fire during New Year celebrations killed 41 people. Prosecutors are investigating the blaze, with nine people, including Feraud, under criminal inves»»»
Bahrain banks offer loan deferrals as central bank injects liquidity
Dubai: Bahrain has moved to cushion households and businesses with a broad package of loan relief and liquidity support, aiming to keep credit flowing and ease repayment pressure during a period of economic strain. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The Central Bank of Ba»»»
UPDATE: Pakistan launches Iran transit corridor with first shipment to Central Asia
Pakistan has formally launched a new overland trade corridor to Central Asia via Iran, dispatching its first export consignment from Karachi to Tashkent, customs officials told The Express Tribune on April 13. The move ope»»»
Saudi Arabia's First Mills deploys AI agent platform in food production first
Saudi Arabia's First Mills (TADAWUL: 2283) has become the inaugural customer of Glasgow-based AI startup Kodamai, deploying what the company describes as the world's first mathematically verified autonomous agent platform across its four production facilities, according to a Business Wire statement»»»
UPDATE: Pakistan launches Iran transit corridor with first shipment to Central Asia
Pakistan has formally launched a new overland trade corridor to Central Asia via Iran, dispatching its first export consignment from Karachi to Tashkent, customs officials told The Express Tribune on April 13. The move ope»»»
South Africa's Eskom selects Thyspunt as preferred site for nuclear plant amid heritage risk
South Africa’s state-owned utility Eskom has identified Thyspunt on the Eastern Cape coast as the preferred site for a proposed 5,200MW nuclear power station, according to a draft environmental scoping report cited by GroundUp on April 13. »»»
UPDATE: Pakistan launches Iran transit corridor with first shipment to Central Asia
Pakistan has formally launched a new overland trade corridor to Central Asia via Iran, dispatching its first export consignment from Karachi to Tashkent, customs officials told The Express Tribune on April 13. The move ope»»»
UPDATE: Pakistan launches Iran transit corridor with first shipment to Central Asia
Pakistan has formally launched a new overland trade corridor to Central Asia via Iran, dispatching its first export consignment from Karachi to Tashkent, customs officials told The Express Tribune on April 13. The move ope»»»
UPDATE: Pakistan launches Iran transit corridor with first shipment to Central Asia
Pakistan has formally launched a new overland trade corridor to Central Asia via Iran, dispatching its first export consignment from Karachi to Tashkent, customs officials told The Express Tribune on April 13. The move ope»»»
UPDATE: Pakistan launches Iran transit corridor with first shipment to Central Asia
Pakistan has formally launched a new overland trade corridor to Central Asia via Iran, dispatching its first export consignment from Karachi to Tashkent, customs officials told The Express Tribune on April 13. The move ope»»»
UPDATE: Pakistan launches Iran transit corridor with first shipment to Central Asia
Pakistan has formally launched a new overland trade corridor to Central Asia via Iran, dispatching its first export consignment from Karachi to Tashkent, customs officials told The Express Tribune on April 13. The move ope»»»
Orbán’s election defeat shakes illiberal allies in Southeast Europe
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán conceded defeat in the April 12 election, in what looks like a potential turning point not only for Hungary’s domestic politics but also for leaders across Southeast Europe who have aligned themselves with his brand of illiberal governance. »»»
Orbán’s election defeat shakes illiberal allies in Southeast Europe
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán conceded defeat in the April 12 election, in what looks like a potential turning point not only for Hungary’s domestic politics but also for leaders across Southeast Europe who have aligned themselves with his brand of illiberal governance. »»»
Orbán’s election defeat shakes illiberal allies in Southeast Europe
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán conceded defeat in the April 12 election, in what looks like a potential turning point not only for Hungary’s domestic politics but also for leaders across Southeast Europe who have aligned themselves with his brand of illiberal governance. »»»
Orbán’s election defeat shakes illiberal allies in Southeast Europe
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán conceded defeat in the April 12 election, in what looks like a potential turning point not only for Hungary’s domestic politics but also for leaders across Southeast Europe who have aligned themselves with his brand of illiberal governance. »»»
Orbán’s election defeat shakes illiberal allies in Southeast Europe
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán conceded defeat in the April 12 election, in what looks like a potential turning point not only for Hungary’s domestic politics but also for leaders across Southeast Europe who have aligned themselves with his brand of illiberal governance. »»»
US-sanctioned Tankers Pass Strait of Hormuz Despite US Blockade
A Chinese tanker sanctioned by the United States passed through the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday despite a US blockade on the chokepoint, shipping data showed. The Rich Starry would be the first to make it through the strait and to exit the Gulf since the blockade began, data from LSEG, MarineTraff»»»
National Repository for Radioactive Waste Begins Operations
The National Repository for Radioactive Waste will be inaugurated by caretaker Minister of Energy Traicho Traikov, the Ministry of Energy said on Tuesday. The ceremony will take place at the Radiana site. The national repository is designed to store only treated and conditioned radioactive waste ge»»»
Spain PM Pedro Sanchez’s wife charged with corruption after years-long probe
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez’s wife, Begona Gomez, has been formally charged with corruption following a years-long investigation, a court ruling said on Monday. The probe, opened in 2024, examines whether she used her position for private gain, allegations she and Sanchez deny, increasing »»»
S Catholics are dismayed by Trump's unprecedented broadside at the first American pope
WASHINGTON: A majority of US Catholic voters supported Donald Trump in his 2024 presidential victory. Yet across the broad Catholic political spectrum – even among conservative-leaning bishops – there is dismay over Trump’s unprecedented verbal assault on Pope Leo XIV, the first American to lead th»»»
'They just want a laugh': How Dubai children are finding joy through football, doodling and reading in uncertain times
For over 40 days, talks about conflict punctuated daily life. Phones sent warnings at different times of the day and night, and most tried to adjust to a 'new normal' that slowly seeped into their routines. While adults searched for ways to get through each day, they also had to find ways to calm t»»»
Qatar to host ‘a gathering of remarkable people’ at La Biennale di Venezia
Tribune News Network Doha The National Pavilion of Qatar yesterday announced details of its presentation for the 61st International Art Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia, commissioned by Her Excellency Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, chairperson, Qatar Museums. untitled 2026 (»»»
Here’s why the Iran talks were doomed to fail
The US-Iran talks in Islamabad ended exactly as they were bound to end under the current balance of power – without a deal, without a handshake, without even the faintest sense that the two sides have moved closer to a durable peace. Nearly 21 hours of talks, an unprecedented level of representatio»»»
Qatar’s national pavilion at Giardini della Biennale to participate in Venice Biennale next month
Doha, Qatar: The National Pavilion of Qatar at the Giardini della Biennale in Venice, Italy, announced today, April 13, 2026, details of its participation in the 61st International Art Exhibition - La Biennale di Venezia, to be held next month. The pavilion will present the art exhibition 'untitled»»»