New York, Mar.28 (SANA) Nearly one month after the outbreak of the U.S.-Israeli–Iranian conflict, global financial markets are undergoing one of their most volatile phases since the global financial crisis, amid sharp fluctuations that have pushed portfolio managers to scale back their positions an»»»

Albania’s ruling Socialist Party convened a closed-door parliamentary group meeting on Saturday, where Prime Minister and party leader Edi Rama outlined a nationwide outreach initiative involving ministers and lawmakers. Dubbed “Works for Albania,” the tour will begin next week and run through June»»»

Burjeel Holdings, a leading super-specialty healthcare services provider in the MENA, has announced a strategic collaboration through its premium cosmetics and aesthetics brand, Tajmeel, with Türkiye-based Suzermed Clinic, a specialist provider in advanced hair transplant procedures with an establi»»»

In 2025, leasing in Kyrgyzstan grew significantly: 28 companies signed 6,900 contracts, 1.9 times higher than in 2024. The total value of transactions reached 14.8 billion soms, a two-fold increase, the National Statistical Committee reported. A significant shift in priorities has been noted over t»»»

Sudan’s Muslim Brotherhood-linked Islamic Movement has remained silent after the US designated it a “foreign terrorist organization,” a decision that took effect on March 16. Nearly two weeks later, the group’s leadership, at home and abroad, has issued no statement clarifying its position or the p»»»

Manila: The Philippines faces ongoing energy security pressures. This was highlighted by recent government actions amid global oil market volatility induced by the Mideast war. According to data from the Philippine National Oil Co (PNOC) and the Department of Energy references cited in recent analy»»»

If you haven’t seen an example of collective male hysteria for a while, take a look at the comments on the news story about the opening of a women-only pub in Minsk. There are tears, threats, and even strategic plans to take over the territory. The men commenting are furious that there will be a pl»»»

A 25-year-old woman underwent legal euthanasia in Spain on Thursday after a nearly two-year protracted legal battle and struggling with psychiatric illness since she was a teenager. Noelia Castillo's case was closely followed in Spain, which passed legislation in 2021 enshrining the right to euthan»»»

A recent sociological study indicates that more Moldovans support than oppose the unification of the Republic of Moldova with Romania, with backing particularly strong among the diaspora. The findings show growing support »»»

A recent sociological study indicates that more Moldovans support than oppose the unification of the Republic of Moldova with Romania, with backing particularly strong among the diaspora. The findings show growing support »»»

Poorer countries are projected to suffer sharply higher mortality from the increasing frequency of extreme heatwaves than wealthier nations, with death rates potentially rising by as much as tenfold, according to new analysis by Climate Impact Lab, Bloomberg reported on March 26. »»»

NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch speaks at a press conference at the U.S. Attorney's Office on October 23 in New York City. On Friday, she said an undercover operation by the NYPD foiled a plot to attack the home of a prominent Palestinian activist. File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo M»»»

Damascus, Mar.27 (SANA) The repercussions of the ongoing war in the Middle East continue to affect global markets, particularly food supply chains, as wheat prices have recorded significant increases due to rising shipping and insurance costs following the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz,»»»

US lawmakers are seeking to impose sanctions on officials in Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s government, citing Budapest’s stance on Russian energy imports and its ongoing diplomatic dispute with Ukraine. A bill threatening Hungarian officials was announced on Friday by Senator Jeanne Shahe»»»

Iran appears to be setting itself up as the gatekeeper for the Strait of Hormuz, the world's most important artery for oil shipments. The move could cement Tehran's de facto chokehold over the crucial waterway and formalize its ability to keep its own oil flowing to China. Iranian communications to»»»

Friday’s media coverage focuses on the fallout from the Advocate General’s opinion in the case involving caretaker PM Andrey Gurov and his removal as deputy governor of the Bulgarian National Bank, election-related police actions ahead of the April 19 vote, and the economic spillover from the Middl»»»

Going further south with its development plans, the Egyptian government will be implementing new projects and completing unfinished ones in Sohag, Qena, Luxor and Aswan, even Nubia. An authority to reconstruct southern Upper Egypt is the go-to body where investment plans and finances are concerned.»»»

When Alireza Tangsiri took command of the naval arm of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) in 2018, he appeared to fit squarely into the role envisioned by Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei: an ideological and confrontational force operating at the frontline of daily tensions with the United States, »»»

Ukrainian drone swarm attacks mounted on Russian Baltic ports this week have raised concerns about further risks to Kazakhstan’s oil exports. Kazakhstan is already struggling with the consequences of previous drone assault»»»

Ukrainian drone swarm attacks mounted on Russian Baltic ports this week have raised concerns about further risks to Kazakhstan’s oil exports. Kazakhstan is already struggling with the consequences of previous drone assault»»»

Ukrainian drone swarm attacks mounted on Russian Baltic ports this week have raised concerns about further risks to Kazakhstan’s oil exports. Kazakhstan is already struggling with the consequences of previous drone assault»»»

DOHA: Qatar’s delegation headed by Minister of Transport H E Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulla bin Mohammed Al-Thani took part in the 28th extraordinary meeting of the Committee of Transport Ministers of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states, held via videoconference yesterday. The GCC transportation»»»

Following the recent unveiling of details regarding the 600-metre-plus megatall skyscraper in the Uptown Dubai district, a clearer picture of Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC)’s unique development philosophy is emerging. At a time when global real estate markets often fluctuate with geopolitica»»»

Poorer countries are projected to suffer sharply higher mortality from the increasing frequency of extreme heatwaves than wealthier nations, with death rates potentially rising by as much as tenfold, according to new analysis by Climate Impact Lab, Bloomberg reported on March 26. »»»

Poorer countries are projected to suffer sharply higher mortality from the increasing frequency of extreme heatwaves than wealthier nations, with death rates potentially rising by as much as tenfold, according to new analysis by Climate Impact Lab, Bloomberg reported on March 26. »»»

Poorer countries are projected to suffer sharply higher mortality from the increasing frequency of extreme heatwaves than wealthier nations, with death rates potentially rising by as much as tenfold, according to new analysis by Climate Impact Lab, Bloomberg reported on March 26. »»»

Poorer countries are projected to suffer sharply higher mortality from the increasing frequency of extreme heatwaves than wealthier nations, with death rates potentially rising by as much as tenfold, according to new analysis by Climate Impact Lab, Bloomberg reported on March 26. »»»

The United Arab Emirates is accelerating efforts to establish a new trade corridor linking its eastern seaboard to Saudi Arabia, to bypass the Strait of Hormuz bottleneck. Officials and regional observers say the initiativ»»»

The United Arab Emirates is accelerating efforts to establish a new trade corridor linking its eastern seaboard to Saudi Arabia, to bypass the Strait of Hormuz bottleneck. Officials and regional observers say the initiativ»»»

The United Arab Emirates is accelerating efforts to establish a new trade corridor linking its eastern seaboard to Saudi Arabia, to bypass the Strait of Hormuz bottleneck. Officials and regional observers say the initiativ»»»

The United Arab Emirates is accelerating efforts to establish a new trade corridor linking its eastern seaboard to Saudi Arabia, to bypass the Strait of Hormuz bottleneck. Officials and regional observers say the initiativ»»»

The United Arab Emirates is accelerating efforts to establish a new trade corridor linking its eastern seaboard to Saudi Arabia, to bypass the Strait of Hormuz bottleneck. Officials and regional observers say the initiativ»»»

The United Arab Emirates is accelerating efforts to establish a new trade corridor linking its eastern seaboard to Saudi Arabia, to bypass the Strait of Hormuz bottleneck. Officials and regional observers say the initiativ»»»

The United Arab Emirates is accelerating efforts to establish a new trade corridor linking its eastern seaboard to Saudi Arabia, to bypass the Strait of Hormuz bottleneck. Officials and regional observers say the initiativ»»»

The United Arab Emirates is accelerating efforts to establish a new trade corridor linking its eastern seaboard to Saudi Arabia, to bypass the Strait of Hormuz bottleneck. Officials and regional observers say the initiativ»»»

The United Arab Emirates is accelerating efforts to establish a new trade corridor linking its eastern seaboard to Saudi Arabia, to bypass the Strait of Hormuz bottleneck. Officials and regional observers say the initiativ»»»

The United Arab Emirates is accelerating efforts to establish a new trade corridor linking its eastern seaboard to Saudi Arabia, to bypass the Strait of Hormuz bottleneck. Officials and regional observers say the initiativ»»»

The United Arab Emirates is accelerating efforts to establish a new trade corridor linking its eastern seaboard to Saudi Arabia, to bypass the Strait of Hormuz bottleneck. Officials and regional observers say the initiativ»»»

Officials on Thursday said the LaGuardia Airport runway where the fatal crash of an Air Canada flight and a fire truck reopened Thursday morning. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo March 26 (UPI) -- A LaGuardia runway that has been shuttered since Sunday night when an Air Canada jet collid»»»

QNA Doha Assistant Undersecretary for Higher Education Affairs at the Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE) Dr. Hareb Mohamed Aljabri said that attendance statistics for the period following the resumption of in-person classes showed an outstanding level of commitment among students an»»»

QNA Riyadh During an extraordinary meeting held via video conferencing on Thursday, the GCC Ministers of Transport and Communications discussed the latest developments and their impact on supply chains, assessed the readiness of land boidrder crossings and explored ways to address operational chall»»»

Riyadh: During an extraordinary meeting held via video conferencing on Thursday, the GCC Ministers of Transport and Communications discussed the latest developments and their impact on supply chains, assessed the readiness of land border crossings and discussed ways to address operational challenge»»»

Schools teachers in the far northern Russian region are getting ready to provide kids with training in drone warfare. This month, the regional Ministry of Education organised courses for teachers on drone operation, according to the Russian edition of the Barents Observer. The training was conducte»»»

The Central Election Commission (CEC) presented on Thursday the paper and electronic specimen ballots for voting in the early parliamentary elections on April 19. The ballots were presented by CEC Deputy Chair and spokesperson Rositsa Mateva during the regular weekly briefing dedicated to the vote.»»»

ConflictsAsiaUS war in Iran: China casts itself as savior of SE AsiaDavid HuttAs the US-Iran war sends fuel prices surging across Southeast Asia, Beijing is using the crisis to position itself as a steadier and more reliable partner than Washington. https://p.dw.com/p/5BALVChina has offered help to»»»

Flight booking platform Vola is expanding into the business travel segment with the launch of Upgrade Plus, a premium tier of its travel subscription introduced last year. The initial subscription attracted over 15,000 members within weeks of its official launch. The new offering targets frequent t»»»

Alaan, UAE-born corporate card and spend management platform, today announced the launch of ‘Alaan Sawa: Better together’, an initiative created to support UAE SME businesses. The initiative will support up to 1,000 businesses across the UAE, with a total commitment of Dh3 million in benefits. As b»»»

Dubai: Dubai’s Airport Show will now take place in October instead of May, with organisers shifting the dates to give the aviation industry more certainty and flexibility in planning. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The event, which was scheduled for May 12 to 14, will»»»

Bangkok: Nuclear power is getting a second look in Southeast Asia as countries prepare to meet surging energy demand as they vie for artificial intelligence-focused data centres. Several Southeast Asian nations are reviving mothballed nuclear plans and setting ambitious targets and nearly half of t»»»

Alive Capital announces the signing of a collaboration agreement with Sieyuan Electric, a global electrical equipment manufacturer, for the construction of battery storage projects with a total capacity of up to 2.5 GWh, planned over the next four years. The agreement aims to implement BESS systems»»»