Lebanon's mediation window is firmly shut...for now
While Iran has pledged that a resolution to the war in Lebanon will be included in any potential deal on ending the US-Iran war, respite can't come soon enough to Lebanese on the ground who are being pummelled day and night by Israel's brutal war machine. At the moment, it remains unclear where Leb»»»
Watch: Escaped kangaroo found after three days on the loose in Wisconsin - UPI.com
March 30 (UPI) -- A kangaroo that escaped from a Wisconsin petting zoo by vaulting over an 8-foot fence was found and safely brought home three days later. Debbie Marland, owner of Sunshine Farm petting zoo in Necedah, said Chesney the kangaroo escaped from his enclosure by jumping over an 8-foot f»»»
TSA begins getting back pay Monday, but it's not permanent - UPI.com
Travelers wait in long, wrapping lines inside the walkway leading to terminal B at LaGuardia Airport on March 22 in New York City. The long TSA lines were eased Monday morning when the Department of Homeland Security began paying TSA workers. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo March 30 (UP»»»
US Troop Surge in the Middle East ‘Symbolic,’ Doesn’t Mean Full Ground Assault on Iran — Expert
The US has amassed over 50,000 troops in the Middle East — roughly 10,000 more than usual, the New York Times reports. Would it be enough for a ground operation in Iran? "A true ground assault would see a far more powerful troop mobilization and build-up in the area," Matthew Crosston, professor of»»»
Qatar offers loan deferrals amid regional unrest
Dubai: Qatar Central Bank (QCB) has introduced a series of support measures, allowing lenders to offer payment deferrals, easing reserve requirements and providing unlimited repo liquidity as Gulf policymakers respond to the fallout from the Iran war, now in its fifth week. According to Bloomberg, »»»
Islamic Resistance fighters targeted the settlement of Nahariya with a rocket barrage: statement 33 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Thessaloniki motorcycle buyers face delays over license plate shortage
Hundreds of motorcycle buyers in the Thessaloniki area are unable to receive their newly purchased vehicles due to a shortage of materials needed to issue license plates, local media reported Monday. At least 2,000 motorcycles remain stranded at dealerships, awaiting registration numbers, according»»»
Islamic Resistance fighters targeted at 4:00 PM on Monday, 30-03-2026 infrastructure belonging to the “Israeli” enemy army in the Krayot area north of the occupied city of Haifa with a rocket barrage: statement 32 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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President Sheinbaum defends Mexico’s right to send oil to Cuba - UPI.com
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum on Monday addressed international pressure and Cuba’s energy crisis, emphasizing that fuel exports can be justified on humanitarian or commercial grounds. Photo by Miguel Sierra/EPA March 30 (UPI) -- Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said Monday that Mexico has»»»
Iran Hangs Two ‘Political Prisoners’ from Banned Opposition
Iran hanged two men on Monday for membership of a banned opposition group, with rights groups describing them as political prisoners and expressing fear of a surge in executions aimed at cowing the population during the Middle East war. Akbar Daneshvarkar, 60, and Mohammad Taghavi-Sangdehi, 59, wer»»»
UN Peacekeepers in the Crossfire Between Israel and Hezbollah
United Nations peacekeepers, who for decades have served as a buffer between Israel and Lebanon, have seen three of their comrades killed and several others wounded since the latest war erupted between Israel and Hezbollah. Here is an overview of the UN force in south Lebanon, whose mandate expires»»»
Bulgarian and Jerusalem Patriarchs Discuss Holy Week Services Amid Regional Unrest
The Head of the Bulgarian Orthodox Church (BOC), Patriarch Daniil, held a telephone conversation on Monday with Theophilos III, the Patriarch of the Orthodox Church of Jerusalem, the press service of the BOC–Bulgarian Patriarchate reported. Daniil expressed concern over troubling news about the ong»»»
Islamic Resistance fighters detonated an anti-personnel explosive device targeting an Israeli force moving on the road from Aitaroun towards the town of Ainatha, inflicting casualties: statement 31 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Hezbollah Deals More Painful Blows to Israeli Occupation Forces, Tanks, Sites, and Bases
In the context of the Operation Eaten Straw, the Islamic Resistance continued carrying out military operations against the Israeli enemy, targeting the occupation forces, tanks, sites, and bases. Hezbollah Military Media issued a series of statement to illustrate the attacks and their outcomes. Sta»»»
Trump Threatens to Destroy Iran’s Civilian Infrastructure if a Deal Is Not Reached ‘Shortly’
US President Donald Trump on Monday threatened widespread destruction of Iran’s energy resources and other vital infrastructure, including desalination plants that supply drinking water, if a deal to end the war is not reached “shortly.” Iran meanwhile struck a key water and electrical plant in Kuw»»»
When the world’s arteries close: From Suez’s 8-year shutdown to the shadow blockade of Hormuz
The Suez Canal — one of the most critical trade routes on Earth — was effectively shut down for eight years, from 1967 to 1975. It wasn’t an accident. It was war. At the outbreak of the 1967 Arab–Israeli War, Egypt deliberately blocked the canal by sinking ships and laying mines, turning the waterw»»»
Air Canada's CEO to retire following post-crash language spat - UPI.com
FBI and NTSB workers examine the wreckage after an Air Canada plane collided with a fire truck on the runway on March 22 in New York City. On Monday, Air Canada announced its CEO Michael Rousseau would retire this year. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo March 30 (UPI) -- Air Canada announ»»»
Spain closes airspace to U.S. military action against Iran - UPI.com
Spanish Minister of Defense Margarita Robles speaks during a briefing breakfast organized by the New Defense and Space Forum in Madrid, Spain, on February 20. She confirmed Spain's decision to close its airspace to the U.S. military on Monday. File Photo by J.J. Guillen/EPA March 30 (UPI) -- Spain »»»
Apostolovic: All actors in EU accession talks must assume responsibility for reforms
BELGRADE - Serbia's Operating Team for EU Accession met in the government building on Monday. The team's chair Danijel Apostolovic, who is also Serbia's chief negotiator in the accession process, noted that all actors in the accession talks must "assume their share of responsibility for delivering »»»
Lavrov Discusses With Foreign Ministers of Persian Gulf Countries Escalation in Region
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov discussed with the foreign ministers of Persian Gulf countries the escalation in the region, the Russian Foreign Ministry said on Monday. "An in-depth exchange of views was held in a collective format regarding the unprecedented escalation o»»»
Dubai approves Dh1b economic support package to boost resilience
Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, has approved Dh1 billion in economic facilitation measures to support businesses and enhance market resilience, with implementation set to begin on April 1 for a»»»
Dubai approves Dh1b economic support package to boost resilience
Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, has approved Dh1 billion in economic facilitation measures to support businesses and enhance market resilience, with implementation set to begin on April 1 for a»»»
In photos: Palm Sunday celebrations come to Jerusalem - All Photos - UPI.com
By Wade SheridanCatholics celebrate Palm Sunday in Jerusalem on Sunday. The Israeli Home Front Command canceled the traditional Palm Sunday procession that takes place on Mount of Olives because of the ongoing United States and Israeli war with Iran. Catholic Palestinians gather on Palm Sunday for »»»
The Shift Toward Digital Anonymity: Why Consumers Are Choosing Crypto for Online Leisure
The digital landscape is undergoing a profound transformation as consumers increasingly prioritize privacy and autonomy over their online activities. Historically, participating in digital leisure—whether purchasing digital goods, subscribing to premium content, or engaging in interactive entertain»»»
Labor Department proposes rule for alternative 401(k) assets - UPI.com
Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer says a proposed rule to allow alternative assets in 401(k) plans will better reflect the current investment landscape. Under the rule, assets like cryptocurrency, real estate and private-market assets could be considered for investment into 401(k) retirement plan»»»
Court rejects bank defence, orders refund of Dh365,836
The Abu Dhabi commercial Court of Appeal has upheld a lower court ruling ordering a national bank to refund Dh365,836.23 to a customer after it was proven that funds were deducted and transferred from his account to another bank without his explicit prior authorisation. In a final judgment that is »»»
Report: Iran tells US will keep hitting Israel if Lebanon not included in deal
Iran has sent a "clear message" to Washington: if the negotiated solution does not include a cessation of the Israeli war on Lebanon and the commencement of negotiations, Tehran will treat the United States and Israel separately, a media report said. "In other words, it will adhere to the ceasefire»»»
Rescuers search for 27 missing after Indonesia fishing boat sinks
Jakarta: More than two dozen crew are unaccounted for after their fishing boat sank off the east coast of an Indonesian island on Monday, a local search and rescue agency said. The vessel, which carried 27 crew, sank early Monday in bad weather after it departed Taliabu island in the eastern provin»»»
Lebanese Health Ministry reports 1,247 martyred and 3,680 wounded since the onset of the Israeli aggression - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Police Arrest Two More over Attempted Attack on US Bank HQ in Paris
French police on Monday arrested two more people over an apparent bid to set off a homemade explosive device outside a Bank of America branch in Paris, bringing the total in custody to five, prosecutors said. The arrests follow an incident early Saturday morning when police arrested a first suspect»»»
New Primeclass Lounge Opens at Sofia Airport
A new Primeclass Lounge Sofia business lounge officially opened at Vasil Levski Airport on Monday and is now serving passengers. Built by TAV Operation Services in the departures area of Terminal 2, the lounge is the first to be completed under the new Haven on Earth design concept. With a total in»»»
QatarEnergy’s largest investment in US, Golden Pass LNG marks historic milestone with first production
DOHA: Golden Pass LNG, a joint venture between QatarEnergy and ExxonMobil, has marked a major milestone towards full operations of its LNG production and export facilities by achieving first LNG production from the first of 3 LNG trains comprising the 18 million tonnes per annum project. First LNG »»»
Sharjah sets up new hub for space science and astronomy
Sharjah: His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has issued an Emiri Decree establishing the Sharjah Space and Astronomy Complex. The new specialised institution, focused on space science and astronomy, will operate under the supervision of»»»
Israeli Death Penalty Bill for Palestinian Murder Convicts Faces Vote
Israel's parliament is expected on Monday to vote on a bill that would make the death penalty a default sentence for Palestinians convicted in military court of killing Israelis, a measure that Israel's European allies say would unfairly target Palestinians under military occupation. The measure in»»»
Iran targets oil refinery in Haifa, hits infrastructure targets in Gulf states
Sirens sounded at dawn near Israel's main nuclear research center, a part of the country that has been targeted repeatedly in recent days. Israel's military also said it had taken out two drones launched from Yemen, where the Iranian-backed Houthi rebels entered the war on Saturday with their first»»»
Oil prices surge past $116 as Iran war escalates - UPI.com
1 of 2 | President Donald Trump claims that talks of a peace deal continue with Iran. Meanwhile he deployed 3,500 additional U.S. troops to the Middle East over the weekend. Photo by Aaron Schwartz/UPI | License Photo March 30 (UPI) -- The price of Brent crude oil topped $116 per barrel on Monday a»»»
Syrian Leader Pledges to Work with Germany on Migration, Recovery
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa on Monday pledged to work with Germany to enable more Syrians to return home and rebuild their country after its devastating civil war, as he made a historic visit to Berlin. Europe's top economy is home to the largest Syrian diaspora in the European Union at more t»»»
Apollo vs. Artemis: What to know about NASA’s return to the moon
Cape Canaveral: NASA’s Apollo moonshots are a tough act to follow, even after all this time. As four astronauts get set to blast off on humanity’s first trip to the moon in more than half a century, comparisons between Apollo and NASA’s new Artemis program are inevitable. The world’s first lunar vi»»»
QatarEnergy’s Golden Pass LNG marks historic milestone with first LNG production
Doha, Qatar: Golden Pass LNG, a joint venture between QatarEnergy and ExxonMobil, has marked a major milestone towards full operations of its LNG production and export facilities by achieving first LNG production from the first of 3 LNG trains comprising the 18 million tons per annum project. First»»»
Polish retail properties on radar of foreign and local investors
Over the next three years, retail sales volume in Poland is expected to grow at a rate of nearly 3% annually. Supply is also increasing, particularly in retail parks in smaller cities, which are attracting interest from both developers and investment funds. Experts from advisory firm JLL discuss th»»»
Sharjah paid parking to resume from March 31 as free period ends
Sharjah: Sharjah City Municipality has announced that paid public parking will resume across the emirate from March 31, bringing an end to the temporary exemption period granted to motorists. The Municipality confirmed that the free parking period has concluded and that the standard paid parking sy»»»
For the first time in Romania, Charles Montgomery, one of the world’s most influential urbanists, joins TILIA — Romanian Cities Summit
IULIUS announces the participation of Charles Montgomery (photo) — urbanist, author, and leader of global experiments to improve wellbeing in cities — as the international keynote speaker at the first edition of TILIA — Romanian Cities Summit, taking place on April 23–24, 2026, at the Palace of Cul»»»
Lebanon Judge Completes Investigation into Port Blast
Lebanese judge Tarek Bitar has completed his investigation into the 2020 Beirut port blast, a years-long case that involves possible charges against dozens of people, a judicial official told AFP on Monday. Since 2023, the investigation into the massive Beirut port explosion, which killed more than»»»
Michael Höllerer to assume the Chairmanship of the Supervisory Board of Raiffeisen Bank Romania
Raiffeisen Bank Romania announces that, during the General Meeting of Shareholders on 30 April 2026, the appointment of Michael Höllerer as a member of the Supervisory Board is proposed. Subsequently, Michael Höllerer will assume the mandate of Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Raiffeisen Bank R»»»
Mitrovic: Nice test ahead, we are better than Saudi Arabia
STARA PAZOVA - Speaking to reporters ahead of a friendly match against Saudi Arabia, captain of the Serbia men's national football team Aleksandar Mitrovic said on Monday he believed Serbia were the favourites and the better team even though Saudi Arabia had qualified for the World Cup. "A nice tes»»»
Financial Expert Predicts Inflation “Tsunami” in Bulgaria As Oil And Gas Shock Looms
A severe inflationary surge is still ahead, and current developments are only the beginning, according to financial expert and investor Max Baklayan. Speaking to the Bulgarian National Radio, he warned that the global economic impact of the ongoing conflict has yet to fully materialize. Baklayan po»»»
Trump says U.S. could seize control of Iran's oil, invade Kharg Island - UPI.com
US President Donald Trump walks on the South Lawn of the White House upon his return to Washington, DC from Florida on Sunday, March 29, 2026. Photo by Yuri Gripas/UPI | License Photo March 30 (UPI) -- U.S. President Trump said he wanted to take control of Iran's oil and was weighing a military ass»»»
UAE grace period for expired residency holders to return ends tomorrow
Dubai: The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) has confirmed that a special grace period allowing residents with expired visas to return to the country will end on Tuesday, March 31. The initiative was introduced to facilitate the return of residents who wer»»»
INVENIO Partners announces first closing of Fund III, targeting Southeast European growth champions
INVENIO Partners, the Sofia-based private equity fund manager focused on Southeast Europe, today announced the first closing of INVENIO Partners Fund III. The closing follows the successful deployment of Fund II (EUR 55 million) and underscores investor confidence in the firm’s differentiated strat»»»
Artemis II set for April 1: NASA’s return to the Moon begins
NASA is preparing to launch Artemis II, its first crewed mission to the Moon in more than half a century, with lift-off expected as early as April 1. The mission marks a major step in the United States’ renewed push to establish a sustained human presence on the Moon and eventually send astronauts »»»