Dubai: Park Hyatt Dubai Creek will temporarily close from May as it enters the final phase of a planned renovation, with the operator moving to upgrade the property ahead of its next reopening. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The Dubai Creek property, part of the wider»»»

Dubai: The UAE has taken a significant step towards strengthening its non-profit sector with the launch of the non-profit organisations (NPO) empowerment fund, a Dh100 million initiative designed to support community-driven programmes across the country. The launch ceremony has been held today at t»»»

Abu Dhabi: The UAE has been elected to the Executive Board of the World Food Programme (WFP) for the 2026–2028 term, at a time of escalating global food security challenges and mounting risks linked to disruptions in traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, developments that could push tens of million»»»

Al-Manar dismissed on Thursday reports alleging an Israeli landing operation in the southern Lebanese town of Dibbine, stressing that all field evidence contradicts the circulating claims. Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon said the rumors were part of misleading narratives promoted by the ene»»»

Dubai: Anantara World Islands Dubai Resort has ceased operations, bringing a pause to one of the more distinctive hospitality concepts within Dubai’s World Islands development. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Minor Hotels confirmed in a statement that the resort stoppe»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Resistance fighters fired a salvo of rockets targeting Israeli settlement of Kfar Giladi: Hezbollah Military Media statement 15 16-»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah’s Islamic Resistance fighters targeted gathering of Israeli soldiers and vehicles east of Rub Al-Thalatheen border town with a ba»»»

Leading real estate developer One United Properties is known for its modern mixed-use developments, sustainable initiatives, and investments in the Bucharest and Romanian regional property markets. The company is committed to creating vibrant, eco-friendly communities while respecting local heritag»»»

Britain's economy put on a burst of growth in February, suggesting it was in slightly better shape before the start of the Iran war than many economists had feared, official figures showed on Thursday. Gross domestic product expanded 0.5% month-on-month in February, the biggest increase since Janua»»»

Mariam Zein cradled her 11-week-old son on a mattress on the floor where she and her family have sheltered near Beirut since the Israel-Hezbollah war upended her young family's life. "I was really excited when I was in my ninth month of pregnancy... I never thought he'd be born and there'd be war,"»»»

Nigeria has signed a $1bn investment agreement with India’s Rashmi Metaliks Group as Abuja steps up efforts to rebuild domestic steel production, reduce imports and expand higher-value industrial output from its mineral resources, Leadership has reported. »»»

US President Donald Trump has claimed that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will speak directly with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on April 16.  Israel and Lebanon held their first direct bilateral negotiati»»»

US President Donald Trump has claimed that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will speak directly with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on April 16.  Israel and Lebanon held their first direct bilateral negotiati»»»

Iran may be forced to ramp up imports of petrochemical products to supply feedstock for downstream industries after US-Israeli air strikes hit its main production hubs earlier this month, a government spokesperson said, in remarks carried by state news on April 16. »»»

Iran may be forced to ramp up imports of petrochemical products to supply feedstock for downstream industries after US-Israeli air strikes hit its main production hubs earlier this month, a government spokesperson said, in remarks carried by state news on April 16. »»»

Nigeria has signed a $1bn investment agreement with India’s Rashmi Metaliks Group as Abuja steps up efforts to rebuild domestic steel production, reduce imports and expand higher-value industrial output from its mineral resources, Leadership has reported. »»»

Nigeria has signed a $1bn investment agreement with India’s Rashmi Metaliks Group as Abuja steps up efforts to rebuild domestic steel production, reduce imports and expand higher-value industrial output from its mineral resources, Leadership has reported. »»»

As Auchan celebrates two decades of activity in Romania, the company’s journey reflects both impressive growth and a strong commitment to innovation. From its early days to its current role as a leader in modern retail, Auchan has consistently shaped the market, supported local producers, and intro»»»

Cairo — Egypt has commenced implementation of a major logistics zone in the city of Arish, North Sinai, as part of a broader strategy to enhance trade infrastructure and position the region as a key hub for regional connectivity. According to an official statement by the Ministry of Transport Egypt»»»

Dubai: Retail investors in the UAE are turning towards commodities, with gold and oil emerging as the preferred assets in a period marked by geopolitical tension and market volatility. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Fresh data from eToro’s latest UAE Retail Investor B»»»

Dubai: DIB, the world’s leading Islamic financial group and the largest in the UAE, has launched a dedicated financial support initiative for the UAE’s frontline heroes, reinforcing its commitment to the nation and those who continue to serve at the forefront during critical times. Designed to deli»»»

Over the past two decades, Cosmopolis has evolved from a bold vision into a thriving urban community, setting new standards for residential development in Romania. Business Review sat down with CEO Ozan Tuncer and talked about how this journey exemplifies not only ambitious growth but also a steadf»»»

Russia’s proposal to host Iran’s enriched uranium remains on the table despite having been previously rejected by the US, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has said. The issue of Tehran’s nuclear program has long been a sticking point in talks with Washington. US President Donald Trump has demanded t»»»

US President Donald Trump has said he is “permanently opening” the Strait of Hormuz, presenting the move as benefiting “China and the world” after claiming Beijing agreed “not to send weapons to Iran.” Trump’s remarks come as the US military claims American warships have effectively blocked Iranian»»»

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, seen here at a meeting with senior aides at the Blue House Thursday, is considering joining talks led by Britain and France over the Strait of Hormuz, his office said. Pool Photo by Yonhap South Korea has been positively considering joining talks led by Britain»»»

An Athens court has blocked installation of a mobile phone antenna in the Xyla bay area of Kea island, overturning a permit issued by the Hellenic Telecommunications and Post Commission. This annulled the agency’s approval for a 64.5‑meter tower planned at a 40.5‑meter elevation. The case reached t»»»

Caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gurov said Constitution Day combines the legacy of the Tarnovo Constitution, one of the most progressive of its time, with the 35th anniversary of the Constitutional Court, a key guarantor of Bulgaria’s modern constitutional order. Speaking at a ceremony in Veliko Ta»»»

BELGRADE - Serbian PM Djuro Macut said on Thursday Serbia lacked consensus on strategic state affairs and future goals and that the time was not ripe for early elections, but that the priority was to reduce tensions in the society and establish a culture of dialogue. "I think the time is not ripe f»»»

APRIL 19 PARLIAMENTARY ELECTIONS A sociological survey commissioned by bTV and conducted by the Market Links polling agency shows that five parties are expected to enter next Parliament, with one of them clearly standing out above the rest. The survey was conducted among 1,003 respondents aged over»»»

Veliko Tarnovo Mayor Daniel Panov called for unity and for constitutional recognition of the city as the historical capital in his address during the observances of the Day of the Bulgarian Constitution in the old capital on Thursday. The event, held at the Revival and Constituent Assembly Museum, »»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Companies in Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia have delivered tens of thousands of drone components and assembled drones to Ukraine over the past months, Sputnik found after analyzing product-code databases. Lithuanian company UAB Tomiksas in the city of Kaunas supplies Ukraine with »»»

Dubai: The Central Bank of the UAE has rolled out a fresh set of anti-money laundering and counter-terror financing guidelines, tightening expectations for banks and money transfer operators. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The update sets out clearer supervisory expec»»»

Famine. Massacres. And now badly needed food and other supplies are under strain. Sudan on Wednesday entered a fourth year of war that's been called an “abandoned crisis,” as a new Middle East conflict throws into shadow the fighting that has forced 13 million people to flee their homes. The North »»»

Dubai: The UAE’s labour market continues to demonstrate resilience and stability despite ongoing regional developments, with businesses operating smoothly and workers receiving wages on time, according to the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE). In a statement issued on Thursday, »»»

Turkiye: Turkiye cracked down Thursday April 16, 2026, on social media posts praising two school shootings in two days which have left the country reeling, ordering dozens of arrests ahead of funerals for the victims, who were mostly children. Authorities said 83 people had been detained, hundreds »»»

Fourteen-year-old Fadel al-Naji used to be a keen footballer but is now largely confined to his home in Gaza City since both legs were severed in an Israeli drone attack in September. He sits sullenly on a couch with one hollow pant leg dangling and the other tucked into his waist beside his 11-yea»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Resistance fighters fired barrages of rockets targeting Israeli gatherings in city of Khiam and Al-Hamames hill: Hezbollah Military»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Resistance fighters fired a salvo of rockets targeting Kfar Giladi artillery emplacement: Hezbollah Military Media statement 12 16-»»»

Kyrgyzstan has conducted its first-ever analysis of the healthcare labor market. The study used public sector data from 2013 to 2023; the private sector was not included. As Zuura Dolonbaeva, head of the Education Department at the Ministry of Health, reported today during the presentation of the r»»»

‎Libya officially joined the International Dates Council (IDC) last Sunday (12 April). The IDC welcomed the accession of Libya as an official member, describing it as a qualitative addition that enhances the process of international cooperation in the date palm sector, and consolidates its position»»»

Secretary of Treasury Scott Bessent makes remarks during a press briefing at the White House in Washington, DC on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Photo by Shawn Thew./UPI | License Photo April 16 (UPI) -- The United States blacklisted three people, 17 entities and nine oil tankers accused of aiding Iran»»»

Lebanon said Thursday it is "not aware" of any upcoming contact with Israel, after U.S. President Donald Trump said the leaders of Lebanon and Israel would speak on Thursday. In Lebanon, those negotiations have drawn backlash from Hezbollah and its supporters. Al Akhbar, a Lebanese newspaper that i»»»

As Romanian companies navigate increasing regulatory complexity and operational pressure, business software is becoming a critical foundation for growth. Business Review spoke with Roxana Epure, the CEO of Symfonia in Romania, about the company’s strategic transformation, its vision for the local m»»»

Dubai: Dubai now has its own ‘Central Park’, with Wasl Group opening a sprawling new green space at Wasl Gate in Jebel Ali. The developer is calling the park is one of the largest community parks within a residential development in the emirate. Spread across about 82,700 square metres, Central Park»»»

Two streets in the heavily congested downtown Athens district of Kypseli have been closed to traffic since Wednesday afternoon, following a leak of liquid cement linked to construction work on Athens’ new metro Line 4. The leak is thought to have originated from works taking place between the under»»»

The Bulgarian Constitution is a stepping stone for Bulgaria’s development as a nation and a state, said National Assembly Chair Raya Nazaryan on Thursday in her address during celebrations of the Day of the Bulgarian Constitution in Veliko Tarnovo. The event, held at the Revival and Constituent Ass»»»

Santo Domingo: Heavy rains and flooding in the Dominican Republic and Haiti have killed at least 19 people and displaced thousands more on April 16, 2026, according to the latest toll by officials and the Red Cross. Powerful storms that began April 7 have continued dumping rain on the neigboring Ca»»»

This article was originally published on April 4, 2026 – French lawmakers are on Thursday set to debate a controversial bill that proposes labeling any implicitly expressed "hatred" against the state of Israel as anti-Semitic, making it a crime under the country’s terrorism laws»»»

In the coming weeks, the streets of Bishkek will begin to visibly transform as the city prepares for one of its most colorful seasons. Municipal services have begun a large-scale planting of annual flowers that will decorate the capital all summer long. According to the press service of the City Ha»»»

Chinese President Xi Jinping reiterated his opposition to Taiwanese independence during a meeting with Cheng Li-wun, leader of Taiwan's pro-Beijing opposition Kuomintang (KMT) party. Her official trip to Beijing, the first such visit in a decade, sparked controversy in the self-ruled»»»