Industry specialists say these cost increases could lead companies to reassess their fit-out budgets, which in practice translates into postponing new projects or reducing their scale. At the same time, more and more companies are turning to optimized solutions—reusing existing furniture, phased pu»»»

Dubai: A luxury off-plan apartment on Palm Jumeirah has been sold for Dh65.4 million, underlining continued strong demand for high-end property in the emirate despite wider regional tensions. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.According to data from the Dubai Land Departm»»»

The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has introduced amendments to the procedure for setting tariffs for centralized water supply and wastewater services. The document is aimed at improving tariff regulation in the drinking water and sanitation sector. In particular, the approach to cost calculati»»»

Iran showed no sign of backing down Tuesday as a U.S. deadline loomed for it to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, defying threats by President Donald Trump to "decimate" the country's civilian infrastructure. The Iranian army dismissed what they called Trump's "arrogant rhetoric and baseless threats", s»»»

Iraq could restore crude oil exports to around 3.4 million barrels per day within a week provided the Iran war ends and the Strait of Hormuz reopens, the head of the country’s state-run Basra Oil Company said. Among Gulf oil producers, Iraq has suffered the biggest drop in oil revenue as a result o»»»

Iran has rejected a proposed truce in its war with the United States and Israel, state media reported, despite a stark threat by U.S. President Donald Trump to destroy its vital infrastructure. "Iran has conveyed to Pakistan its response to the American proposal to end the war," the news agency IRN»»»

Panama City: One person died and two more were injured Monday after a truck carrying fuel exploded near a bridge that crosses the Panama Canal, authorities said. The incident occurred at a complex where tanker trucks are supplied with fuel, located next to the Bridge of the Americas, which traverse»»»

Known for its extensive expertise in the automotive industry and its sustainable business model, the Autonom Group enters Eazy Insurance’s shareholding as a portfolio investor. While maintaining a non-executive role in the company’s management, the group will support Eazy Insurance’s growth by leve»»»

1 of 4 | The Artemis II crew (from left): NASA Astronaut Victor Glover, Canadian Space Agency Astronaut Jeremy Hansen, NASA Astronauts Christina Koch and Reid Wiseman, who is seen on Flight Day 5 presenting Hansen with his Gold Wings signifying his first flight into space. Photo by NASA/UPI | Licen»»»

Dubai: Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has released a new guide to help parents support their children during distance learning. The Parent Guide to Supporting Your Child During Distance Learning provides clear, practical advice to help families manage learning at home, the»»»

Turkish prosecutors on Tuesday launched their latest investigation into Istanbul's jailed opposition mayor Ekrem Imamoglu -- a prominent rival of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan -- on allegations of "insulting a public official", the local prosecutor's office said. Imamoglu is already facing multipl»»»

Two boys were killed in Russia and Ukraine overnight, officials said Tuesday, as the two sides exchanged latest strikes more than four years after Moscow sent troops into its neighbor. Moscow has been launching drones and missiles at Ukraine almost nightly throughout its offensive -- the bloodiest »»»

Headquartered in Amsterdam, the management and technology consulting firm has 46 offices in 24 countries. BearingPoint has been present in Romania since 2007 and has achieved consistent and significant growth over its 19 years of activity. It now has a team of more than 850 employees in six offices»»»

Wild boars have appeared in a suburb of Thessaloniki, in northern Greece, in the latest such case observed in residential areas of major cities around the country. A video taken by a resident of Panorama on Monday night, wild boars were seen prowling a street between houses and next to parked vehic»»»

The unique convergence of innovation and dynamism is reshaping the growth story of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) economies as the focus shifts to strengthening non-oil sectors like tourism, renewable energy and technology. Cross-border industrial partnerships are leading this transformation, refle»»»

In the first three months of 2026, Romanian M&A recorded 67 transactions, representing a notable 29% increase in activity compared to the same quarter last year, when 52 deals were announced, according to an analysis by EY Parthenon. This growth was driven by a much stronger January, while February»»»

Sharjah has introduced a comprehensive regulatory framework governing electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, setting clear rules on pricing, licensing, and penalties as the emirate accelerates its shift toward sustainable mobility. Issued under Executive Council Resolution No. 15 of 2026, t»»»

Airlines across Asia are cutting flights, carrying extra fuel from home airports and adding refueling stops as the Middle East conflict squeezes jet fuel supply in some countries, adding to pressure on an industry already hit by a sharp jump in fuel costs. European carriers are bracing for similar »»»

Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for accelerated planning and construction of a new energy system to safeguard the country's energy security, weeks into the Iran war that has triggered global energy shocks. The leader of the world's second-largest economy also emphasized hydropower developme»»»

Iran and Israel traded attacks on Tuesday as Tehran refused to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and accept a ceasefire deal on the eve of a deadline set by US President Donald Trump to agree to his demands or get "taken out." But in what could be a sign of progress, the Iranian ambassador to Pakistan sa»»»

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Washington, United States: Canadian astronaut Jenni Gibbons was at the heart of NASA's control room in Houston on Monday, supporting her Artemis II crewmates remotely during their flight around the Moon. As the backup astronaut for the mission, Gibbons trained alongside Americans Christina Koch, Vi»»»

The Youth Forum Kiyalymdagy Kyrgyzstan: Jalal-Abad will be held in Manas. The press service of the Ministry of Culture, Information, Sports, and Youth Policy reported. The main goal of the event is to unite young leaders in the region, support their ideas, and create conditions for development in e»»»

Damascus, April 7 (SANA) Minister of Energy Mohammad al-Bashir said newly issued presidential decrees establishing holding companies in the energy sector mark a strategic step toward restructuring governance and improving institutional performance amid global shifts. In a post on X, al-Bashir descr»»»

Majid Khademi’s rise to the top of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) intelligence apparatus was as abrupt as his fall. During the 12-day war in June 2025, Khademi was appointed head of the IRGC Intelligence Organization following the killing of his predecessor, Mohammad Kazemi, at a time when»»»

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Kyrgyzstani Ikhtiyar Nishonov won gold at an International Boxing Tournament in Turkey. The Ahmet Cömert Bosphorus International Boxing Tournament concluded in Istanbul. Ikhtiyar Nishonov competed in the 70-kilogram weight class and had four fights, defeating opponents from Azerbaijan, Turkey, Germ»»»

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Verdant Partners, a Dubai-headquartered strategic advisory firm, has announced the expansion of its platform to support international businesses with market entry, capital structuring, and cross-border execution across the Middle East. The firm has worked across mergers and acquisitions, capital ra»»»

Doha, Qatar: Saudi Arabia intercepted and destroyed seven ballistic missiles and over 18 drones in recent hours as was confirmed by the country's military spokesperson. Stay tuned for more updates: 9:30am Doha Time Bridge connecting Saudi Arabia, Bahrain temporarily closed: authorities The major tr»»»

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Caretaker Minister of Health Michail Okoliyski greeted medical professionals on World Health Day, April 7, wishing them strength and confidence in their most humane mission. The motto of this year's World Health Day is "Together for health. Stand with science”. "It brings together the key factors f»»»

Nature and EnvironmentGlobal issuesSolar is winning the energy raceGero RueterThe world's cheapest power source is scaling at warp speed, pushing coal, gas and nuclear aside. https://p.dw.com/p/5B3i8Solar power has not only become cheaper, but has been scaled up to create vast sun-driven energy par»»»

Dubai: Health Magazine, in partnership with Thumbay Media, has officially opened nominations for the Annual Health Awards 2026 — widely recognised as one of the UAE’s most influential healthcare recognition platforms. Building on the success of previous editions, this year’s awards raise the bar ag»»»

Video shows that ICE agents were lying about the shooting of a person in Minneapolis during a Department of Homeland Security operation in that city seeking to crack down on illegal immigration. File Photo by Craig Lassig/EPA April 7 (UPI) -- Video evidence released Monday shows the lead-up to an I»»»

Dubai: “I never mentioned a name! If someone assumes I’m speaking about them, that’s their problem.” At his villa in Jumeirah, seated at his dining table, Dubai Bling reality show star and UAE businessman Ebraheem Al Samadi is exactly what you expect: larger-than-life, disarmingly warm, and entirel»»»

The jewellery market is entering 2026 in a clear phase of maturation, with purchasing decisions increasingly well-informed and jewellery more often seen as a store of value rather than merely an aesthetic accessory, according to an analysis.According to the Magnor analysis, customers are more infor»»»

Oradea Airport officially inaugurated a direct flight to Milan-Bergamo, the Bihor County Council reported.According to the same source, the new route, operated by Wizz Air, will have two weekly flights on Mondays and Fridays, offering passengers convenient options for both city-break trips and busi»»»

The average price of apartments on Bucharest's residential market increased by 3.6% over the past six months, reaching 2,331 euros per square metre, while houses recorded a slight decline of 0.5%, according to a specialised analysis.According to the imo360 platform, the most expensive areas of the »»»

Algeria has officially expressed its intention to import from Romania, during 2027, a volume exceeding one million sheep, including, for the first time, sheep carcasses, the National Sanitary Veterinary and Food Safety Authority (ANSVSA) informs.'A central element of the new trade strategy is the d»»»

King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center (KFSH) has performed the world’s first series of single-port robotic liver resections from living donors, marking a major advancement in organ transplantation. The procedures were conducted through a single incision not exceeding 3.5 cm, replacing»»»

Two blasts were heard near Erbil's airport, which hosts advisers from the US-led anti-ISIS coalition, in Iraq's northern Kurdistan region, an AFP journalist said on Monday. Some hours earlier, air defense systems downed four missiles headed towards the US consulate in Erbil, a security source told »»»

Doha, Qatar: Safari Hypermarket, one of the leading hypermarket chains in Doha, has handed over the cars to the winners of the third raffle draw of its mega promotion, Shop & Drive – Win 30 Bestune Cars. The cars were presented to the winners at a ceremony held on April 6 at Safari Mall. The winner»»»

April 7 (UPI) -- An Indianapolis city councilor said a gunman shot more than a dozen rounds at his home, seemingly over a proposed data center for the city. In a statement distributed by the Indianapolis City-County Council on Monday, the councilor, Ron Gibson, said his front door was shot 13 times»»»

Doha, Qatar: Vodafone Qatar has launched a new portfolio of Business Mobile and Fixed plans, designed to support organisations across Qatar with reliable connectivity, greater flexibility, and affordable, simplified choices. The new portfolio introduces Business Postpaid, Business Unlimited and Bus»»»

Dubai: Oil prices moved higher on Tuesday while equities lost momentum, with investors pulling back ahead of a key US deadline tied to the Iran conflict. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Brent crude climbed above $111 a barrel after volatile swings, continuing a steady »»»

Dubai: The UAE is set to undergo a massive transformation in inter-emirate connectivity, with a new Dh6 billion federal highway and a mass transit network linking Dubai, Sharjah, and Ajman. During the first meeting of the UAE Infrastructure and Housing Council for 2026, chaired by Suhail bin Mohamm»»»