Gulf News 8m

Rapid strike or long hold? US weighs airborne assault options in Iran scenario

Senior US military officials are weighing contingency plans to deploy elite airborne and marine forces to support potential operations targeting Iran, including a possible move to secure key energy infrastructure, according to officials familiar with the discussions. The planning — first reported b»»»

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Al Awsat 9m

Pakistan Ranked Most Polluted Country in 2025, Data Shows

Pakistan was ranked the world's smoggiest ‌country in 2025, with concentrations of hazardous small particles known as PM2.5 up to 13 times higher than the recommended World Health Organization level, research showed on Tuesday. Swiss air quality monitoring firm IQAir said in its annual report that »»»

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Al Awsat 9m

UK Pet Owners to Get Price Comparison Tools, Fee Caps Under New Vet Services Rules

Britain's veterinary services will be required to implement price transparency measures, cap prescription fees, while large chains will have to disclose their ownership, the competition watchdog said on Tuesday, as it moved to shake up the 6.7-billion-pound ($9 billion) sector. The UK's Competition»»»

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Al Awsat 9m

UAE Stocks Jump as US Postpones Strikes on Iran's Energy Sites

Stock markets in the United Arab Emirates rose on Tuesday, in line with oil prices, after US President Donald Trump postponed strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure. On Monday, Trump postponed the bombing of Iran’s power plants and energy infrastructure because of what he described as productive t»»»

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Gulf News 14m

Rupee under pressure as oil, outflows among 5 key reasons

Dubai: India’s rupee has slipped to fresh lows recently, breaching the 94 mark against the US dollar and marking its weakest level in four years. The move reflects a convergence of global and domestic pressures that are weighing on the currency at a time of heightened geopolitical uncertainty. Sign»»»

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BNE 15m

Crude market volatility reflects Trump administration’s unpredictable war moves, says analyst

In response to soaring global petroleum prices, the US has temporarily lifted sanctions to permit the sale and delivery of Iranian oil, allowing for up to 140 million barrels of crude to enter global markets over the coming weeks. »»»

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Actmedia 16m

Transylvania International Airport to switch to round-the-clock operations, operate 28 weekly flights to ten destinations

The director of Transylvania International Airport Targu Mures, Peti Andras,said that the airport will switch to round-the-clock operations from the end of March, as 28 weekly flights to ten destinations are set to be operated, with at least 15,000 passengers per month.The move to a 24/7 schedule c»»»

Actmedia 17m

Infrastructure: About 250-255 km of highway, expressways expected for completion in 2026 in Romania

The 2026 budget of the Ministry of Transportation is modest in size, with additional funds being needed at the budget revision this summer to cover ongoing and new projects, Transport Minister Ciprian Erban said on last Tuesday, at the end of hearings in Parliament.He said that by the end of 2026, »»»

Naharnet 18m

Israeli strike on Bshamoun kills 2 after 7 overnight raids on Dahieh

An Israeli strike on Bshamoun, south of Beirut, killed two people on Tuesday, Lebanon's health ministry said, while strikes on the capital's southern suburbs continued throughout the night. "The Israeli enemy raid on the town of Bshamoun in the Aley district resulted, in a preliminary toll, in the »»»

24 News Agency 21m

Dietary supplement scheme busted, goods worth 12 million soms seized - | 24.KG

Officers from the State Tax Service of Kyrgyzstan stopped the illegal import of dietary supplements worth over 12 million soms. According to the agency, the violation was discovered during a tax inspection at Ak-Zhol checkpoint. It was established that a group of individuals had been importing the »»»

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Al Awsat 21m

China Positions Itself as a Stable Economic Force Amid Global Uncertainty at Beijing Forum

Global corporate executives attending China's flagship annual business conference this week were reassured by leaders of the world's second-largest economy that it remains a predictable anchor at a time of geopolitical flux and global uncertainty. The tone at this year's China Development Forum (CD»»»

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Al Awsat 21m

Back to Black: Facing Energy Shock, Asia Turns to Coal

Asian countries are ramping up use of polluting coal to tackle energy shortages and price spikes linked to the Iran war, but the crisis could have an environmental silver lining. While leaning on the fossil fuel will raise emissions in the near term, the energy crisis is demonstrating the risks of »»»

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Naharnet 23m

Iran fires new wave of missiles at Israel after denying Trump talks

Iran launched a new wave of missiles against Israel Tuesday, hours after U.S. President Donald Trump hailed "very good" talks to end the war despite Tehran denying any dialogue had taken place. Trump's surprise disclosure -- which prompted a positive response from jittery markets and pushed oil pri»»»

Al Manar 23m

Tel Aviv: Casualties, Extensive Damage in Largest Iranian Missile Attack Since War Outbreak - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Tel Aviv: Casualties, Extensive Damage in Largest Iranian Missile Attack Since War Outbreak 24-03-2026 10:13 AM Israeli security and rescue»»»

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Kathimerini 31m

Upgrades on track for Athens’ metro Line 1

The Athens metro and tram company (STASY) will conduct maintenance works on the metro’s Line 1 (Green Line) line between Piraeus and Kifissia, aiming to reduce delays and improve travel conditions for passengers, company officials have told Kathimerini. “For the first time we are proceeding with ma»»»

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Al Awsat 34m

On the Road with Antiprotons: CERN Runs Delicate Test on Transporting Ultrasensitive Antimatter

Scientists in Geneva are taking some antiprotons out for a spin — a very delicate one — in a truck, in a never-tried-before test drive. If this so-called antimatter comes into contact with actual matter — even for a fraction of an instant — it will be annihilated in a quick flash of energy. So expe»»»

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RT 34m

Ruins of Yugoslavia: How Russia learned that NATO poses a threat

On March 24, 1999, student Elena Milincic was at home with her sister and a friend in Belgrade. Suddenly, the quiet evening was interrupted by an air-raid siren. The girls quickly hid under a table. It wasn’t the safest place, but they had gotten lucky – their part of the city wasn’t attacked. Over»»»

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Novinite 34m

Bulgaria Faces Surge in Labor Costs: Real Estate and Construction Hit Hardest in 2025

Bulgaria saw a sharp rise in labor costs at the close of 2025, with total employer expenses per hour worked increasing by 13.9% in the fourth quarter compared to the same period in 2024, according to preliminary figures from the National Statistical Institute. The rise was more pronounced in the se»»»

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Novinite 34m

Strategic Branding and Localization in International Gaming Markets

The globalization of digital entertainment has sparked a fierce competition for cultural relevance. For major operators, entering a new territory isn't merely a technical migration; it is a profound exercise in linguistic and psychological adaptation. We see brands attempting to mirror local sensib»»»

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BBC 43m

Inside the alleged Russian operation to trigger anti-government protests in Angola

Two Russians are due to go on trial in Angola accused of stirring up anti-government protests, conducting a campaign of disinformation, and attempting to interfere in next year's presidential election. Arrested last August, political consultant Igor Ratchin and translator Lev Lakshtanov are facing »»»

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BBC 43m

UK must back North Sea oil and gas drilling, says trade body

The offshore energy industry has warned that the UK "urgently" needs to produce its own oil and gas and called for the government to support North Sea exploration. Offshore Energies UK (OEUK) said without more domestic production, the country risks becoming reliant on imports "at a time of rising g»»»

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BBC 43m

More Australian beef headed for Europe under new EU trade deal

More Australian beef will be served on the dining tables of Europe under a new free trade deal with the European Union that cuts most export tariffs on Australian products. The deal, worth about A$10bn ($7bn; £5.2bn) was inked on Tuesday with Australia's prime minister and the head of the European »»»

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The Peninsula 44m

Team Qatar clinches 992 AM class win at Mugello

Doha: Team Qatar delivered an outstanding performance at the opening round of the 2026 European Le Mans Series, securing a remarkable victory in the 992 AM category at the prestigious race held at Mugello Circuit in Tuscany, Italy. The Qatari trio of Abdulla Alkhelaifi, Ahmad Alemadi, and Faesal Al»»»

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Al Awsat 46m

Israeli Strike Near Beirut Kills 2 While Raids Target Southern Suburbs

An Israeli strike on Bshamoun, south of Beirut, killed two people on Tuesday, Lebanon's health ministry said, while strikes on the capital's southern suburbs continued throughout the night. "The Israeli enemy raid on the town of Bshamoun in the Aley district resulted, in a preliminary toll, in the »»»

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Novinite 46m

Why Some Midlands Factories Still Rely on Clipboards During Peak Season

Each December, several factories across the Midlands manage their busiest weeks with clipboards in hand. Workers record order counts on paper, supervisors calculate stock levels manually, and dispatch teams cross-check handwritten notes against delivery schedules. This is not nostalgia. It reflects»»»

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Gulf News 50m

Oil prices split: Brent, WTI regain climb as market unconvinced about Trump's bombing 'pause' — Murban crude drops in market twist

Oil markets are currently being driven by two competing forces: escalating geopolitical risk pushing global benchmarks higher, and regional supply dynamics pulling some crude grades in the opposite direction. The rebound in Brent crude and West Texas Intermediate (WTI) reflects a renewed war premiu»»»

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UPI 53m

Prosecution reform bills approved at Cabinet in significant overhaul - UPI.com

President Lee Jae Myung (2nd from L) speaks during a Cabinet meeting at the presidential office Cheong Wa Dae in Seoul on Tuesday. Photo by Yonhap The Cabinet on Tuesday approved two prosecution reform bills that would dismantle the current prosecution service later this year to separate its exclus»»»

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Gulf News 54m

Flying from the UAE to the Philippines alone? What to prepare when minors travel without parents

Dubai: For many Filipino families in the UAE, there may be instances when children would need to travel back to the Philippines ahead of their parents, especially for school or family emergencies. However, when this happens, authorities require documentation to ensure the child’s safety and proper »»»

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Gulf News 56m

How Pakistan emerges as key mediator in US-Iran war, what we know so far

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»»»

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The Peninsula 56m

QSL Cup: Al Rayyan target quarter-final win over Al Shahania as Umm Salal face Al Bidda

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»»»

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Actmedia 57m

ANRE: An energy crisis, once it starts, ends somewhere in 3-5 years

The market is the first to react in the event of an energy crisis and governments take measures after the market intervenes, but once an energy crisis starts, it ends somewhere after 3-5 years, as history shows us, said George Niculescu, president of the National Energy Regulatory Authority (ANRE),»»»

Actmedia 57m

Almost 30 million RON for 36 investments financed by the Ministry of Development

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»»»

Actmedia 57m

BNR deputy governor: Romania's energy dependence is significantly lower compared to most European states

Romania's energy dependence is significantly lower compared to the countries in the region and compared to most European states, the Deputy Governor of the National Bank of Romania (BNR), Cosmin Marinescu, said on Monday at the "Economic Trends 2026" conference."Currently, the global economy is goi»»»

Actmedia 58m

BNR: Annual headline inflation expected to return to downward path in second half of 2026

The annual headline inflation rate is expected to return to a clearer downward trajectory only in the second half of the year, however this process requires time and caution in calibrating economic policies, Deputy Governor of the National Bank of Romania (BNR) Cosmin Marinescu said on Monday at th»»»

Actmedia 58m

Dacian Ciolos - Romania's candidate for position of Secretary General of Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie

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»»»

Al Awsat 58m

Russian Strikes Kill Five in Ukraine, Say Regional Authorities

A barrage of Russian missiles and drones killed five people across Ukraine on Tuesday, regional authorities said. Sirens wailed overnight in nearly all of the country, as the attacks killed two people in the Poltava region, with Zaporizhzhia, Kherson and Kharkiv each reporting one death. On the eve»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

8 Arrested in Brazil for 'Brutal' Attack on Capybara

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»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Airstrikes on Iraq’s PMF Site Kill 14 Including Anbar Commander

Airstrikes targeting a site belonging to Iraq's Shiite Popular Mobilization Forces in the western province of Anbar killed at least 14 fighters, including the PMF's Anbar operations commander, and wounded 30 others overnight, security and health sources told Reuters early on Tuesday. The PMF confir»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Hezbollah Escalates its Rhetoric, Threatens Lebanese Govt

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»»»

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Gulf News 1h

UAE urges drivers to slow down and avoid flood-prone areas

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»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Al Rayyan, Al Arabi notch up wins

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»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

‘Fintech moves from pilot stage to real infrastructure in Qatar’

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 »»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Stone of Scone Fragments Made into Ring

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»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Ukraine's Front Line… A Laboratory for Drone Innovation

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»»»

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Sputnik 1h

Metal Prices Sliding, Gold Falls for 5th Straight Session

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»»»

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Sputnik 1h

Rocket Debris Falls in Densely Populated Area of Tel Aviv, Causing Fire: Sputnik Correspondent

Rocket debris fell in a densely populated area of Tel Aviv on Tuesday after air raid sirens sounded in the city, igniting a fire at the scene, a Sputnik correspondent reported. Several buildings sustained damage from the barrage. Israeli emergency medical and rescue teams rushed to the impact site.»»»

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UPI 1h

On This Day, March 24: Germanwings crash kills 150 in France - UPI.com

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»»»

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UPI 1h

Pentagon unveils new reporter restrictions following court loss - UPI.com

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»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Middle East Film & Comic Con Abu Dhabi postponed to September 2026: Everything we know

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»»»

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Gulf News 1h

UAE allows residents with expired visas to return home during crisis

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»»»

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