Al Awsat 11m

Lebanese Displaced by War Fill Beirut’s Streets, Upending City Life

Beirut is bursting. It's been a month since Hezbollah fired rockets into Israel after the US-Israeli attack on its patron, Iran, triggering Israeli bombardment of Lebanon and a ground invasion. Since then, more than 1 million people from southern and eastern Lebanon and Beirut's southern suburbs ha»»»

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UPI 20m

Trump signs executive order to expand federal control over mail voting - UPI.com

President Donald Trump speaks during an executive order signing on election integrity in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday. The order will have the federal government, through the U.S. Postal Service, provide states with information concerning who is an eligible vot»»»

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Al Awsat 35m

Saudi Women Help Steady Unemployment at End of 2025

In a sign of the profound changes reshaping Saudi Arabia’s labor market, Saudi women emerged as a key factor in keeping unemployment stable at the end of 2025, helped by higher economic participation and growing job opportunities across a range of vital sectors. The labor force participation rate f»»»

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The Peninsula 44m

LIVE UPDATES: Qatar intercepts missiles, one hits QatarEnergy oil tanker

Doha, Qatar: Qatar's Defence Ministry confirmed that three cruise missiles were launched from Iran with the armed forces intercepting two, while one hit an oil tanker in the country's territorial waters. Stay tuned for more updates ---------------------------------- 10:35am Doha Time Qatar Airways »»»

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Gulf News 50m

Philippines extends visa relief for stranded foreigners amid Middle East conflict

Dubai: The Philippines has extended its visa relief programme for foreign nationals stranded due to the ongoing developments in the Middle East, offering them temporary legal stay without fines or penalties. Philippine justice secretary Fredderick Vida has signed department order 219, extending the»»»

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BNE 52m

Africa’s ports and airlines gain as Red Sea crisis reshapes global trade routes

Some African economies are winners from the Iran war. From Kenya to Nigeria, they are registering sharp gains in trade, aviation and energy revenues as the conflict between the US, Israel and Iran disrupts traditional shipping and air corridors, cutting traffic through the Red Sea and Strait of Hor»»»

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BNE 52m

Africa’s ports and airlines gain as Red Sea crisis reshapes global trade routes

Some African economies are winners from the Iran war. From Kenya to Nigeria, they are registering sharp gains in trade, aviation and energy revenues as the conflict between the US, Israel and Iran disrupts traditional shipping and air corridors, cutting traffic through the Red Sea and Strait of Hor»»»

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BNE 52m

Africa’s ports and airlines gain as Red Sea crisis reshapes global trade routes

Some African economies are winners from the Iran war. From Kenya to Nigeria, they are registering sharp gains in trade, aviation and energy revenues as the conflict between the US, Israel and Iran disrupts traditional shipping and air corridors, cutting traffic through the Red Sea and Strait of Hor»»»

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BNE 52m

Africa’s ports and airlines gain as Red Sea crisis reshapes global trade routes

Some African economies are winners from the Iran war. From Kenya to Nigeria, they are registering sharp gains in trade, aviation and energy revenues as the conflict between the US, Israel and Iran disrupts traditional shipping and air corridors, cutting traffic through the Red Sea and Strait of Hor»»»

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BNE 52m

Africa’s ports and airlines gain as Red Sea crisis reshapes global trade routes

Some African economies are winners from the Iran war. From Kenya to Nigeria, they are registering sharp gains in trade, aviation and energy revenues as the conflict between the US, Israel and Iran disrupts traditional shipping and air corridors, cutting traffic through the Red Sea and Strait of Hor»»»

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Qatar Tribune 53m

Defence ministry announces interception of two cruise missiles, damage caused by a third to oil tanker, with no casualties

DOHA: The Ministry of Defence announced that the State of Qatar was targeted today by three cruise missiles launched from Iran. In a statement, the ministry explained that the Qatar Armed Forces successfully intercepted two missiles, while the third missile struck an oil tanker leased to QatarEnerg»»»

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France24 1h

Artemis 2: What to know about first crewed Moon mission in half a century

NASA's Artemis II mission will send four astronauts circling around the Moon in humanity's first crewed lunar mission since 1972 – and the first to feature a woman. Its main goal is to prepare for the return of boots on the Moon in 2028. Here's what to know about the highly anticipated mission»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

QatarEnergy statement on missile attack on oil tanker

Doha, Qatar: QatarEnergy confirmed that the Aqua 1, a fuel oil tanker chartered to QatarEnergy, was the subject of a missile attack in the northern territorial waters of the State of Qatar in the early morning hours of Wednesday, April 1, 2026. None of the crew members on board were injured, and th»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Qatar targeted by three cruise missiles: Defence Ministry

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Defence announced that the State of Qatar was targeted today, April 1, 2026, by three cruise missiles launched from Iran. "Our armed forces, by the grace of Allah, successfully intercepted two of the cruise missiles, while the third missile struck an oil tanker leased t»»»

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UPI 1h

On This Day, April 1: Hitler imprisoned for Beer Hall Putsch - UPI.com

On April 1, 1924, Adolf Hitler was sent to prison for five years after failing to take over Germany by force in the unsuccessful "Beer Hall Putsch." 1 of 5 | The defendants in the Beer Hall Putsch trial pose for a photo in Munich, Germany, on the last day of the trial, April 1, 1924. From left are »»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Trump Lashes Out at France, UK Over their Stance on Iran War

US President Donald Trump has attacked America's allies, particularly France and the UK, over their reluctance to get involved in the Iran war. In a post on his social media company Truth Social, Trump blamed France for being “VERY UNHELPFUL” in the killing of Iran’s then-Supreme Leader Ali Khamene»»»

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24 News Agency 1h

Former MP Kunduzbek Sulaimanov detained by SCNS officers - | 24.KG

The State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan (SCNS) reported the discovery of violations during the preparatory phase of Kambar-Ata-1 hydropower plant project as part of its anti-corruption efforts in the energy sector. Following investigative and operational activities, former Zhogorku »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 2h

On International Bird Day, Ecologist Highlights Bird Poisoning as Major Issue in Bulgaria

Bird poisoning in Bulgaria is a major problem because it poses a serious risk, especially to populations of endangered species such as the Egyptian vulture and the cinereous vulture, Dimitar Gradinarov of the Bulgarian Society for the Protection of Birds (BSPB) told BTA in connection with recent ca»»»

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BNE 2h

Japan’s LNG diversification will not shield it against global price spikes

Despite government assurances that Japan is insulated from the direct impacts of a Strait of Hormuz closure, Tokyo remains painfully exposed to LNG price fluctuations. As it stands, Japan’s LNG import bill is poised to sur»»»

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BNE 2h

Japan’s LNG diversification will not shield it against global price spikes

Despite government assurances that Japan is insulated from the direct impacts of a Strait of Hormuz closure, Tokyo remains painfully exposed to LNG price fluctuations. As it stands, Japan’s LNG import bill is poised to sur»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Es’hailSat, EgyptSat sign multi-year satellite capacity agreement for VSAT services

Doha: Es’hailSat, the Qatar Satellite Company, and EgyptSat have signed multi-year satellite capacity agreement for EgyptSat to provide VSAT services to their customer base located in Egypt and spread across the Middle East and North Africa region. This agreement follows from the partnership signed»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Australia head to World Cup on a high after crushing Curacao 5-1

Melbourne, Australia: Watford striker Nestory Irankunda bagged a brace as Australia hammered fellow World Cup qualifier Curacao 5-1 yesterday in Melbourne, ensuring they head to North America on a high. It was the Socceroos final home game before the global showpiece in June-July, building on a 1-0»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Sidra Medicine treats 10th patient with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

Doha, Qatar: Sidra Medicine, a member of Qatar Foundation, has provided specialised treatment to a child from Egypt diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). Division Chief of Genetics and Genomic Medicine at Sidra Medicine, Professor Tawfeg Ben-Omran said, “Since announcing the extension o»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Gulf News Edufair at 10: How it helps UAE students make the right career move

Choosing the right degree or career path has become increasingly complex. As industry demands change and new fields continue to emerge across technology, business and sustainability, students today face more options, and greater uncertainty, than ever before. This is where the 10th edition of Gulf »»»

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Gulf News 2h

US-Israel war on Iran, Day 33: What UAE residents need to know on April 1

Dubai: Regional tensions continue to shape daily life on day 33 of the US–Israel war with Iran, as authorities respond to air defence debris incidents, announce significant fuel price changes, and extend distance learning across the country. Here are the key developments UAE residents should know t»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Qatar calls on all parties to refrain from targeting vital civilian infrastructure

Doha, Qatar: Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari has called on all parties to the war to refrain from targeting vital civilian infrastructure. Al-Ansari further called upon all parties to the conflict to refrai»»»

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UPI 3h

Federal judge orders halt to White House ballroom project - UPI.com

A federal judge on Tuesday ordered the Trump administration to halt construction of the White House ballroom. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo April 1 (UPI) -- A federal judge has blocked construction of President Donald Trump's $400 million White House ballroom, ruling the New York re»»»

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24 News Agency 3h

Man dies in night fire in Osh city - | 24.KG

A man died in a fire in residential building in Osh, the Ministry of Emergency Situations reported. The fire broke out on the night of April 1 in a building on Pryadilnaya Street. The fire was reported at 00.31 a.m., and two fire crews were immediately dispatched to the scene. The fire was brought »»»

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BNE 3h

Haiti gang kills dozens in Artibonite massacre as death toll disputed

A coordinated gang assault on rural communities in Haiti's Artibonite region over the weekend left scores dead and thousands displaced, with rights groups putting the death toll as high as 70 while authorities confirmed only 16 fatalities, laying bare the chronic dysfunction plaguing the country's »»»

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BNE 3h

Uruguay faces US pressure to cut China ties, economy minister warns

The United States is applying relentless pressure on Uruguay to sever its trade ties with China, Uruguay's Economy Minister Gabriel Oddone told business leaders at a private meeting last week, a disclosure that exposes competing demands Washington and Beijing are placing on the small South Ame»»»

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BNE 3h

Viva capitalism, says Fidel's grandson, pouring drinks in Havana

Sandro Castro, grandson of late revolutionary leader Fidel Castro, has publicly slammed Cuba's president and questioned the island's socialist economic model, in a rare display of dissent from within the ruling family as the Trump administration ratchets up pressure on Havana and a de facto US oil »»»

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BNE 3h

Botswana in talks to take 30% stake in Angola’s $6.6bn Lobito oil refinery

Botswana is in talks with Angola to acquire about a 30% stake in that country's $6.6bn Lobito refinery project, currently under construction, as Gaborone seeks to strengthen long-term fuel supply security.  Minister o»»»

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BNE 3h

Afreximbank underwrites $2.5bn of $4bn loan to Nigeria’s Dangote oil refinery

The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) announced on March 31 it has underwritten $2.5bn of a $4bn senior syndicated term loan for Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE (DPRP), marking one of the largest financing deals for an African industrial project. »»»

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Gulf News 4h

Abu Dhabi court fines man Dh10,000 in F1 ticket scam

Dubai: An Abu Dhabi court has ordered a seller to pay Dh10,000 in compensation after defrauding a buyer with fake Formula 1 tickets purchased via Instagram. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.The Abu Dhabi Civil, Family and Administrative Court also »»»

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UPI 4h

Assailants kidnap American journalist in Baghdad, officials say - UPI.com

The State Department said Tuesday that it is aware that American journalist has reportedly been kidnapped in Iraq. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo March 31 (UPI) -- Unknown assailants abducted a foreign journalist, reportedly an American, Tuesday night in Iraq, according to Baghdad of»»»

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Business-review 5h

How Compact Micropile Systems Are Solving Urban Construction Challenges

Urban construction is becoming increasingly complex as European cities grow denser and available development space becomes a premium. Engineers and developers are under mounting pressure to deliver structurally sound projects while navigating tight footprints, restricted access points, and sensitiv»»»

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24 News Agency 5h

Magnitude 3.5 earthquake hits Naryn region - | 24.KG

A magnitude 3.5 earthquake hit Naryn region of Kyrgyzstan, the Institute of Seismology of the National Academy of Sciences reported. According to the Institute, the tremors were recorded at 1:20 p.m. on March 31. The earthquake’s epicenter was located in Kyrgyzstan, 17 kilometers east of the villag»»»

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Gulf News 5h

Step Into a Living Legacy: Discover the latest offerings at Queen Elizabeth 2

The iconic Queen Elizabeth 2 (QE2) hotel continues to redefine hospitality in Dubai as the city’s only floating hotel. Docked at Port Rashid, the historic vessel invites guests to experience a unique blend of heritage, elegance and contemporary comfort through a series of curated offerings designed»»»

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Gulf News 5h

Kuwait sets up special courts for terrorism cases after sharp rise in incidents

Dubai: Special courts have been established in Kuwait to handle terrorism and state security cases, as authorities reported a 500 per cent surge in such cases in the first quarter of 2026. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.The courts were created un»»»

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BNE 5h

Macron visit to Japan overshadowed by Middle East crisis

Emmanuel Macron arrived in Tokyo on March 31 for a visit initially intended to deepen co-operation in nuclear energy and space innovation, but now dominated by the war in the Middle East. According to AFP, the French presi»»»

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UPI 5h

Hegseth lifts Army suspension of Kid Rock flyby pilots - UPI.com

Musician Kid Rock speaks during a Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation subcommittee hearing on January 28, 2026. On Tuesday, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced helicopter pilots who performed a flyby of the musician's house over the weekend would not be punished. File »»»

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Gulf News 7h

Philippines races to secure oil: Marcos orders direct talks with Iran as Hormuz risks deepen

Manila: As tensions in the Middle East continue to disrupt global energy flows, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered urgent diplomatic talks with Iran to ensure the safe passage of Philippine-bound oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz. Malacañang said the directive emerged from a meeting »»»

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Al Manar 8h

Islamic Resistance fighters targeted the Mahanim camp east of the occupied city of Safed with a rocket barrage: statement 2 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Resistance fighters targeted the Mahanim camp east of the occupied city of Safed with a rocket barrage: statement 2 01-04-2026 02:2»»»

Gulf News 8h

Nuclear revival or renewable mirage? Why Bataan’s $1 billion fix beats the solar-wind-hydroelectric battery tax

The Philippines stands at an energy crossroads. For nearly four decades, the Bataan Nuclear Power Plant (BNPP) — a 620-megawatt facility built at a staggering $2.3 billion — has sat idle, costing taxpayers roughly $1 million annually in upkeep while producing zero electricity. Yet today, with South»»»

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BNE 9h

Prolonged conflict in Middle East putting squeeze on Turkey’s tourism industry

With Turkey’s tourism industry preparing for the 2026 season under the shadow of war, industry representatives are warning of mounting cost and price pressures. Concerns are also mounting because European travellers are in»»»

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BNE 9h

Turkish central bank revives FX swaps with local lenders as war pressures hit reserves

Turkey’s central bank on March 31 launched three FX swap auctions worth $10bn with local lenders, according to media reports. A $5bn one-week auction was announced as value-today (same day or T+0 settlement), while a $2.5b»»»

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BNE 9h

Turkish central bank revives FX swaps with local lenders as war pressures hit reserves

Turkey’s central bank on March 31 launched three FX swap auctions worth $10bn with local lenders, according to media reports. A $5bn one-week auction was announced as value-today (same day or T+0 settlement), while a $2.5b»»»

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BNE 9h

China and Pakistan issue five-point peace plan for Gulf and Middle East

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met in Beijing on March 31 and issued a joint five-point initiative calling for an immediate ceasefire and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. »»»

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BNE 9h

Prolonged conflict in Middle East putting squeeze on Turkey’s tourism industry

With Turkey’s tourism industry preparing for the 2026 season under the shadow of war, industry representatives are warning of mounting cost and price pressures. Concerns are also mounting because European travellers are in»»»

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BNE 9h

ASIA BLOG: China wins while Iran burns

The ongoing war in Iran, ignited by a combination of US and Israeli strikes on a globally recognised state-sponsor of terror across the Middle East, has unleashed a destructive chain reaction with far more losers than winners. Yet, in Asia, certain nations and in particular commercial interests are»»»

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