Giuseppe Carella appointed as Country Manager of Nestlé Romania
Giuseppe Carella, with more than 25 years of international business experience, assumes the position of Country Manager of Nestlé Romania on April 1, 2026. Over the course of his career, Giuseppe has built a strong track record in bringing Nestlé’s mission to life, driving innovations for local con»»»
Tehran’s call: How Mojtaba Khamenei sealed the Iran deal
Dubai: In the end, the deal was not decided in Washington — but in Tehran, where Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei quietly gave the green light, a decisive intervention that broke weeks of deadlock, according to Axios. The ceasefire that followed brought a sudden halt to weeks of escalating confronta»»»
Bulgaria’s SJC Rejects Move to Oust Acting Prosecutor General Sarafov
The Prosecutorial College of the Supreme Judicial Council has declined to remove Borislav Sarafov from his position as Acting Prosecutor General, despite calls from the Justice Ministry to act following a recent Constitutional Court ruling. The development was confirmed by Deputy Justice Minister T»»»
Vucic: AstraZeneca contract to ensure best medicines for most serious conditions
BELGRADE - Speaking to reporters after a meeting with the UK's special Western Balkans envoy Karen Pierce and the signing of a contract with the pharmaceuticals company AstraZeneca, Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said the deal provided the best medicines in the world to Serbian patients and ens»»»
Roadside Assistance Association Calls National Protest
The Association of Specialized Roadside Assistance Providers in Bulgaria is organizing a national protest on Thursday, April 9, after Caretaker Minister of Regional Development and Public Works Nikolay Naydenov did not invite it to recent meetings with sector representatives, the association said i»»»
How Pakistan’s quiet diplomacy drives US-Iran ceasefire breakthrough
Dubai: After weeks of intense behind-the-scenes diplomacy, Pakistan has emerged as a central player in brokering a fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran, a breakthrough that diplomats say would not have been possible without Islamabad’s sustained efforts since the conflict began. The»»»
UAE a source of stability under wise leadership, says Sharjah Ruler
Sharjah: His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan Bin Mohammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has reassured residents that the UAE remains secure and stable under its wise leadership and the vigilance of its armed forces. Speaking during a phone call on the “Direct Line” programme bro»»»
Parliament of Kyrgyzstan tightens noise control regulations - | 24.KG
The Zhogorku Kenesh has adopted amendments to the Law «On Silence» and several related regulations, aimed at strengthening control over noise, in the third reading. Under the new provisions, neighborhood committees will now be authorized to draw up reports on violations of noise regulations. These »»»
Oil prices plunge after cease-fire, Hormuz Strait reopening announced - UPI.com
A gas station in London, England, displays the latest price for a liter of regular unleaded on Wednesday morning hours after crude oil prices fell sharply on news disruption to the global supply of oil caused by the Iran war may be about to ease. Photo by Andy Rain/EPA April 8 (UPI) -- Global oil p»»»
Bulgaria Scraps European Prosecutor Nominations Over “Serious Flaws” in Selection
The government has decided to withdraw all three Bulgarian nominations for the position of European Prosecutor, effectively restarting the procedure after identifying serious flaws in the initial selection process. The candidates affected are Dimitar Belichev, Mihaela Raidovska and Plamen Petkov, w»»»
Reform UK calls to ban visas for countries demanding slavery reparations
Nigel Farage’s Reform UK would stop issuing visas to nationals from any country that demands slavery reparations from Britain, the party’s home affairs spokesman has announced, dismissing the compensation claims as “insulting.” Speaking to The Telegraph, Zia Yusuf stated that a growing number of na»»»
German military spending pushing deficit higher – Federal Statistical Office
Germany’s military spending shot up by over 23% to €39 billion ($45 billion) last year, pushing the budget deficit to the highest level in four years, the Federal Statistical Office has reported. Following the escalation of the Ukraine conflict in 2022, Berlin began a military buildup, with defense»»»
Case 75: Court remands political scientist Zhumagulov in custody until June 10 - | 24.KG
On April 6, the Pervomaisky District Court of Bishkek ordered to remand political scientist Bakytbek Zhumagulov in custody until June 10. Media reported citing the court’s press service. Photo Internet According to available information, Bakytbek Zhumagulov has been placed in pretrial detention fac»»»
Abu Dhabi handles 80 million cubic metres of rainwater, equal to 32,000 Olympic-sized pools
Abu Dhabi: The Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) said it successfully managed more than 80 million cubic metres of rainwater within a week following the heavy rainfall that recently affected the emirate. The department said the volume of water handled was equivalent to around 32,000 »»»
Vucic receives Shandong Hi-Speed Group representatives
BELGRADE - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic received a delegation of China's Shandong Hi-Speed Group corporation on Wednesday to discuss new possibilities for deepening cooperation in areas that are of great importance for Serbia's development. "With representatives of the Shandong Hi-Speed Group»»»
Boris Azarenko: profile of a Vesper co-founder
Boris Azarenko is an entrepreneur whose professional background lies in banking and finance and who later founded major property development businesses. Boris Azarenko biography: educational path and early career Born in Moscow on 21 April 1977, Boris Nikolayevich Azarenko studied Finance at the Fi»»»
Sarkozy denies Libyan funding in presidential campaign
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy has claimed that “not a single cent” from Muammar Gaddafi’s Libya found its way into his 2007 election campaign, at an appearance before a Paris appeals court on Tuesday. He is appealing a five-year prison sentence handed down in 2025 after being found guilty»»»
Trump reportedly acknowledges Canadian annexation unlikely
US President Donald Trump allegedly conceded in private that Canada is unlikely to become part of the US, despite previously hinting at annexing the neighboring country, a snippet from an upcoming book by British journalist Robert Hardman has indicated. Over the past year, Trump has on multiple occ»»»
Efforts to integrate digital technologies into judicial system intensify - | 24.KG
The judicial system continues its digital transformation efforts, with the ultimate goal of transitioning to a fully-fledged e-justice system and strengthening public trust in the judiciary. The press service of the Supreme Court of the Kyrgyz Republic reported. According to the press service, in a»»»
EUR 6.8 Million Allocated for Organizing Elections Abroad, Foreign Minister Says
A total of EUR 6,835,500 have been allocated for organizing the elections abroad, which is sufficient to cover all planned activities, caretaker Foreign Minister Nadezhda Neynsky said during a meeting between President Iliana Iotova and representatives of institutions responsible for ensuring the i»»»
All eyes on Hormuz Strait: Marine traffic starting to move as two-week ceasefire kicks in
Major shipping companies and tanker operators have began moving vessels more freely once the risk of attack diminished following the two-week ceasefire declared by Iran-US ceasefire. While the ceasefire remains fragile, marine traffic has started moving, though it remains far below pre-crisis level»»»
Bulgaria to Open 493 Polling Stations in 55 Countries for Parliamentary Vote
President Iliana Yotova convened a meeting of institutions responsible for the conduct of the early parliamentary elections on April 19, with a focus on assessing preparedness and ensuring that every vote is properly safeguarded. She stressed that it is essential to evaluate whether the country has»»»
Schools upgraded to nZEB standards under România Eficientă program cut energy use by 60%
The România Eficientă program, implemented by Energy Policy Group (EPG) and supported by OMV Petrom with EUR 15 million, has led to an average 60% reduction in energy consumption across five educational units modernised to nZEB standards. “Education is essential to the development of society, and e»»»
U.S. proposes new forms of cooperation in healthcare with Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG
Minister of Health of Kyrgyzstan Damir Osmonov met with Lesslie Viguerie, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States to the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the ministry’s press center, the sides discussed the current state and prospects of Kyrgyzstan — U.S. cooperation in healt»»»
Israeli strike kills eight in Sidon as Israel hits south despite Iran ceasefire
An Israeli strike killed eight people in the Lebanese city of Sidon, the health ministry said Wednesday, as the United States and its allies agreed to a ceasefire with Iran. "The Israeli enemy's strike on Sidon, south Lebanon, resulted in a preliminary toll of eight citizens martyred and 22 wounded»»»
Bioenergetic Massage with Silver Thread Gloves Is among Latest Spa Procedures at Olymp Spa Hotel
The spa centre at the Olymp Spa Hotel in Velingrad is the only one in the city to offer bioenergetic massage with silver thread gloves, spa centre manager Gergana Popova told BTA. She said that this is a new technology combined with traditional Chinese medicine that has a beneficial effect on inter»»»
Trump’s Iran playbook: Apocalyptic threats deliver short-term results — but a strategic mess remains
Dubai: US President Donald Trump’s strategy was simple: Escalate to the extreme, force a crisis, then step back. It worked — tactically. But strategically, little appears to have changed. Iran’s leadership remains in place, its security apparatus led by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps remains»»»
Kyrgyzstan to build 21 dams to protect 12,000 homes from mudflows - | 24.KG
As part of Resiland project, mudflow protection structures will be built and restored in four regions of Kyrgyzstan in 2026 to protect settlements, roads, and farmland from mudflows. The press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations reported. The project covers 21 sites in Issyk-Kul, Osh, N»»»
Man fined $300 for entering hippo Moo Deng's pen: Thai zoo
Bangkok: A Thai court has fined a man $300 after he broke into the enclosure of Moo Deng, an endangered baby pygmy hippo and internet sensation, the zoo director said Wednesday. Moo Deng has gained global attention thanks to social media videos showing her adorable antics, drawing tens of thousands»»»
India mulls reptile river guards on Bangladesh border
Kolkata, India: India is considering releasing snakes and crocodiles along its frontier with Bangladesh, the Border Security Force said Wednesday, as New Delhi seeks to stave off unauthorised crossings. Senior Border Security Force officer Manoj Barnwal told AFP that "the use of reptiles" was discu»»»
Towards a greener canal
by Mahmoud Bayoumi A recent report on the environmental status of the new Suez Canal project published in consultation with the Suez Canal Authority and other relevant governmental and non-governmental agencies shows the impact will be minimal. The report is based on scientific studies of the Suez »»»
Change fatigue eroding employee wellbeing amid accelerating business shifts – Deloitte study
Change fatigue is becoming a significant challenge for employees at the global level, with one in three reporting that they have gone through more than 15 major changes in the past year alone, driven either by evolving customer expectations or shifts in business strategy and operating models, accor»»»
Sofia Space Institute Marks International Space Day with Open House
The Institute of Space Research and Technology at the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences in Sofia held an Open House to mark the International Day of Aviation and Cosmonautics on April 12. The event also celebrated the 65th anniversary of Yuri Gagarin’s first spaceflight and the 45th anniversary of Bulg»»»
2 million km and counting: How Dubai’s buses are outperforming London and Singapore
Dubai: Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority has announced that its public bus fleet have surpassed a cumulative operational distance of 2 million kilometres, setting a new international benchmark for asset longevity in public transport. The milestone, achieved over 18 years of continuous service, »»»
Iran President Says Truce Reached With US Takes Into Account Principles Outlined by Tehran
TEHRAN (Sputnik) - The truce reached with United States takes into account principles outlined by Tehran, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Wednesday. "The ceasefire, with the acceptance of the general principles desired by Iran, was the fruit of the blood of our great martyred leader Kha»»»
Qatar Economic Forum to be rescheduled later in 2026
Doha, Qatar: The annual Qatar Economic Forum, Powered by Bloomberg, held in collaboration with Qatar’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry, and originally scheduled to take place from May 12–14, 2026, will be rescheduled to later this year in Doha. This follows an official statement issued by the org»»»
Bulgaria-Based Scam Ring Steals Over €600,000 from Elderly in Greece
A criminal network linked to Bulgaria has been accused of defrauding dozens of elderly people in northern Greece through an elaborate telephone scam that resulted in losses exceeding 600,000 euros, according to Kathimerini. Investigators say the operation was active between September 2021 and Augus»»»
Livestock checks stepped up ahead of Easter amid pox epidemic
Ahead of the annual slaughter of thousands of lambs for traditional Easter Sunday meals, authorities are stepping up policing of measures to contain a highly contagious livestock disease that’s decimated herds in much of the country, officials said Wednesday. The Rural Development Ministry said spe»»»
New 14 Measles Cases Registered in Bulgaria, Total Reaches 94
As of April 7, there were a total of 94 cases of measles in Bulgaria, with 14 new cases reported, according to the Ministry of Health’s website. Of the newly reported cases, 10 are from Vratsa Region, two from Sofia City, and one each from the Pleven and Lovech regions. The newly infected individua»»»
'Pinprick of Light': Artemis Crew Witnesses Meteorite Impacts on Moon
During their historic lunar flyby, astronauts on NASA's Artemis II mission witnessed meteorites striking the rugged surface of the Moon, a sight that has piqued scientists' curiosity. "That was definitely impact flashes on the moon. And Jeremy (Hansen) just saw another one," mission commander Reid »»»
Deputy Justice Minister Radulovska: Prosecutors Chamber Shows No Intention to Elect New Acting Prosecutor General
The Supreme Judicial Council’s Prosecutors Chamber has shown that it has no intention of electing a new acting Prosecutor General voluntarily, Deputy Justice Minister Tanya Radulovska said after the Chamber’s sitting on Wednesday. “Acting Prosecutor General Borislav Sarafov does not need to be dism»»»
Now you can buy gold in Dubai and get it delivered home
Dubai: Now, you can even get gold delivered home to you. The Dubai Gold District rolled out a new home-delivery service on Wednesday, allowing buyers to browse, select, and purchase gold without visiting the market. Under the new service, buyers can arrange private consultations with participating »»»
Tired of bank calls? UAE Central Bank Just Issued a warning to financial institutions
The Central Bank of the UAE has issued a warning to licensed financial institutions in the country—including banks, insurance companies, reinsurance firms, and other financial entities—granting them a 90-day period to comply with the newly introduced “Telemarketing Regulation.” The Central Bank cir»»»
Ex-Trump official predicts Trump-Kim summit could take place this fall - UPI.com
Fred Fleitz, former chief of staff of the NSC, predicted Wednesday that U.S. President Donald Trump could meet with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un for a summit sometime this fall. Fleitz made the comment at the Asan Plenum in Seoul. Photo courtesy of Asan Institute of Policy Studies A former Trump»»»
UAE responds to Iranian missiles and drones; residents receive emergency alerts
The National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) has warned that air defense systems are currently responding to a missile threat. Residents are urged to remain in a safe location, and follow official channels for warnings and updates. Authorities have stressed the importance»»»
Northern Sea Route Will Be of Particular Importance in Current Global Situation - Lavrov
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The use of the Northern Sea Route in the current international situation will be of particular importance, and its reliability will increase, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Wednesday. "In the situation that has been developing literally in recent days, in recent h»»»
Sadyr Japarov signs law on construction of KRSU campus for 15,000 students - | 24.KG
President Sadyr Japarov signed a law ratifying the agreement between the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Russian government on the construction of a campus for the B.N. Yeltsin Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University (KRSU). The document was adopted by the Zhogorku Kenesh on March 18, »»»
Media Review: April 8
OVERVIEW No single topic dominates all media on Wednesday. POLITICS An op-ed by economist Boyan Durankev published by Trud lists the strategies implemented by the various political forces that have nominated candidates for the snap parliamentary elections scheduled for April 19. The text reads: "Th»»»
How small businesses are boosting the UAE’s kindness economy
Dubai: In the UAE, a new kind of economy is flourishing, one powered not just by money, but by generosity. Small businesses have been turning their success into support for local communities, who have been both their customers and partners in giving. What started as simple forms of assistance have »»»
Qatar sends 2 identical letters to UN, Security Council regarding latest developments of Iranian attacks on its territories
New York, USA: The State of Qatar sent two identical letters (the 12th and 13th) to HE Secretary-General of the United Nations (UN) Antonio Guterres, and HE Permanent Representative of the Kingdom of Bahrain to the United Nations and President of the Security Council for the month of April Jamal Fa»»»