China wishes to strengthen economic cooperation with the United States to avoid "vicious competition", commerce minister Wang Wentao told US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, according to a readout released on Friday. The two met on Thursday on the sidelines of a World Trade Organization (WTO) m»»»

Doha: The Qatar Basketball Federation (QBF) yesterday unveiled the redesigned League Championship shield along with the gold, silver, and bronze medals. The event was attended by QBF Secretary-General and Director of National Teams Saadoun Sabah Al Kuwari, Assistant Secretary-General and Competitio»»»

Kyrgyzneftegaz OJSC announced its annual general meeting of shareholders, which will be held on April 16 in Kochkor-Ata. The agenda includes company activities for 2025, including approval of management reports, auditors’ reports, the annual balance sheet, profit distribution, and approval of budge»»»

1 of 2 | Hundreds of U.S. doctors and nurses have moved to the Canadian province of British Columbia during the last year as part of a recruitment program aiming to leverage their unhappiness with the direction of healthcare under the Trump administration. File Photo by Sasint/Pixabay ST. PAUL, Min»»»

The three major transactions completed in the first quarter include the sale of the second building in the Equilibrium project, developed by Skanska, to Gránit Asset Management; the sale of the @Expo project by Atenor to Equora Capital; and the acquisition of Record Park – a mixed-use scheme with a»»»

The Minister of Transport and Financial Advisor to Prime Minister Aldabaiba, Mohamed Al-Shahoubi, met yesterday with the Chargé d’affaires of the US Embassy, ​​Jeremy Berndt. The Unified Development ProgrammeThe Tripoli meeting focused on the importance of the Unified Development Programme for enha»»»

Studies show that over 50% of Bulgarian workers fear losing their jobs due to robotization and artificial intelligence (AI), said Confederation of Independent Trade Unions in Bulgaria (CITUB) President Plamen Dimitrov in a video address to participants at a conference, titled “From Social Dialogue »»»

Geneva: The deadly bombing of an Iranian school spurred “visceral horror”, the UN rights chief said Friday, urging Washington to conclude its probe and demanding justice “for the terrible harm done”. Speaking at the start of an urgent debate in the UN Human Rights Council focused on the February 28»»»

Japan's government plans to temporarily lift restrictions on coal-fired power plants as it seeks to ease an energy crunch caused by the Middle East war, officials said on Friday. Officials presented the plan at a meeting of a panel of experts, who approved the proposal, the industry ministry said o»»»

Observations made by a satellite operated by the US and French space agencies shortly after a strong earthquake struck off Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula last year are giving scientists a better understanding of how tsunamis originate and propagate. The researchers said the findings may help improve »»»

Pope Leo XIV travels Saturday to the principality of Monaco, becoming the first pope in nearly five centuries to visit the glitzy Mediterranean enclave and highlighting how small states can punch above their weight on the global stage. Vatican spokesperson Matteo Bruni said the visit would provide »»»

Iran's Revolutionary Guards urged civilians across the region on Friday to stay away from areas near U.S. forces, nearly a month into the war with the United States and Israel. "The cowardly American-Zionist forces... are attempting to use civilian locations and innocent people as human shields," s»»»

The Abu Dhabi Emergencies, Crises and Disasters Management Centre (ADCMC), established under Law No. 22 of 2019, continues to play a central role in reinforcing the Emirate’s preparedness and resilience in the face of emergencies, crises, and disasters. The Centre develops policies, strategies, and»»»

The Department of Community Development (DCD) has shared the results of the sixth cycle of the Quality of Life Survey, highlighting steady improvements across several social indicators in the emirate. The survey, conducted in 2025, showed increased community participation, with the number of respon»»»

Washington, March 27 (SANA) Oil prices fell Friday after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 10-day extension to the deadline before potential strikes on Iran’s energy facilities, moving it to April 6. Reuters reported that Brent crude rose $0.90, or 0.8%, to $107.11 per barrel, while U.S. West»»»

Small enough to fit in the palm of your hand, newly hatched sea turtles emerged on a Gabonese beach to embark on the treacherous 10-meter (33-foot) scramble across the sand to the ocean. "The survival rate for turtles is one in 1,000," Francois Boussamba, a Gabonese turtle expert and head of the NG»»»

When it comes to how Romanians learn about investment products, the internet (specialized websites and forums) is the main source of information, cited by 40% of respondents. In second place is the bank where they have an account, cited by 32% of survey participants, followed by friends or family (»»»

Manila: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. announced on Friday, March 27, that the Philippines now holds enough crude oil reserves to last until the end of June 2026, easing concerns over potential fuel shortages amid ongoing Middle East tensions. Speaking during an event covered by state broadcaste»»»

Russian ‌Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said the US has been seeking control over the Nord Stream gas pipelines in the Baltic Sea, which were damaged by mysterious blast in September 2022. Explosions that destroyed the pipelines more than three years ago largely severed Russian gas transit to Europ»»»

The dollar hovered near multi-month peaks on Friday as investors sought safety in the shadow of an intensifying Middle East war and mounting doubts over any path to de-escalation. Markets were on edge following another rollercoaster week as US President Donald Trump again extended a deadline for st»»»

Israel launched a new wave of strikes on Iran on Friday after US President Donald Trump claimed talks on ending the war were going well and gave Tehran more time to open the Strait of Hormuz, though there have been no signs of Iran backing down. With stock markets reeling and economic fallout from »»»

Dubai: Travellers heading to the Philippines’ main international gateway can now expect shorter journeys following the opening of a new access road to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA). The westbound off-ramp of the NAIA expressway, which leads directly to terminal 3, is expected to cut tra»»»

Dubai: The Philippine peso fell to a record low on Friday, adding fresh pressure on Filipino households and expats already dealing with rising costs linked to global oil prices. (Check live forex rates here) Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.At 12:25 pm, Dh1 was equivale»»»

ARIA Verdi is designed to offer a harmonious lifestyle, based on several key concepts: a multigenerational community, distinctive and sustainable architecture, integrated amenities, and luxurious, refined finishes. Designed to BREEAM Outstanding and nZEB standards, the compound includes 865 apartme»»»

Tunis, March 27 (TAP)- The weather on Friday is sometimes densely cloudy with scattered showers in nothern coasts and the far south, the National Institute of Meterology e(INM) said.The wind is blowing northwest in the north and the midland and east...»»»

With the Middle East in turmoil, the new Bangladeshi government faces a critical moment in its power and energy landscape, given the rising demand, increasing financial liabilities and reform expectations converging all at once, according to Shafiqul Alam, IEEFA’s lead analyst for energy in Ba»»»

With the Middle East in turmoil, the new Bangladeshi government faces a critical moment in its power and energy landscape, given the rising demand, increasing financial liabilities and reform expectations converging all at once, according to Shafiqul Alam, IEEFA’s lead analyst for energy in Ba»»»

With the Middle East in turmoil, the new Bangladeshi government faces a critical moment in its power and energy landscape, given the rising demand, increasing financial liabilities and reform expectations converging all at once, according to Shafiqul Alam, IEEFA’s lead analyst for energy in Ba»»»

Ukrainian drone swarm attacks mounted on Russian Baltic ports this week have raised concerns about further risks to Kazakhstan’s oil exports. Kazakhstan is already struggling with the consequences of previous drone assault»»»

Ukrainian drone swarm attacks mounted on Russian Baltic ports this week have raised concerns about further risks to Kazakhstan’s oil exports. Kazakhstan is already struggling with the consequences of previous drone assault»»»

With the Middle East in turmoil, the new Bangladeshi government faces a critical moment in its power and energy landscape, given the rising demand, increasing financial liabilities and reform expectations converging all at once, according to Shafiqul Alam, IEEFA’s lead analyst for energy in Ba»»»

Dubai: Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko met North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in Pyongyang during his first official visit to the country, where the two leaders signed a friendship and cooperation treaty aimed at strengthening bilateral ties. The agreement was signed following high-level tal»»»

Japanese spacecraft startup ispace said ‌on Friday it will further delay a US government-sponsored lunar mission to 2030 and cut its global workforce, in a strategic shift after two failed lunar landings. The announcement highlights the murky outlook for the venture, as the US revamps space mission»»»

Survivors of late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein sued the US government and Google on Thursday over victims' identities being mistakenly revealed in a trove of documents published online by the Justice Department (DOJ). The DOJ released more than three million files in January related to the investig»»»

Ukrainian drone swarm attacks mounted on Russian Baltic ports this week have raised concerns about further risks to Kazakhstan’s oil exports. Kazakhstan is already struggling with the consequences of previous drone assault»»»

Kyrgyzstani Elnura Muktarbek will take part in the gala concert of the 8th BraVo International Professional Music Awards, organizers reported. Classical music stars, opera, and ballet dancers from Russia, Kyrgyzstan, China, Brazil, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and other partner countries will»»»

Authorities in Sofia have seized a significant quantity of narcotics during a coordinated operation, according to sources cited by NOVA. The case involved the discovery of cocaine and marijuana as part of an ongoing investigation. The operation was conducted on Thursday afternoon through joint acti»»»

Dubai: Gulf Air has extended its temporary flight operations from Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Province, as regional airspace disruptions continue to affect travel plans. The Bahrain-based carrier will continue operating flights from King Fahd International Airport until April 2026, maintaining connectio»»»

Abu Dhabi Police chief praised the Crime Scene Department for their professionalism and swift handling of investigations. Major General Ahmed Saif bin Zaitoon Al Muhairi, Commander-in-Chief of Abu Dhabi Police, highlighted their key role in supporting forensic work and upholding international stand»»»

Iran's veteran ‌supreme leader and a host of other top figures and Revolutionary Guards commanders have been killed in US-Israeli strikes, but the ruling system has maintained its ability to strategize and operate in the war that began on February 28. Born from a 1979 revolution, the Iranian regime»»»

The company targets restaurant sales of over RON 1.69 billion, marking a 7.6% increase compared to the previous year. This growth is supported both by higher sales in comparable restaurants and by the contribution of new units. At the same time, the Group anticipates improved profitability, with an»»»

Nine orphans and children left without parental care were provided with land plots in Zhaiyl district. The Prosecutor General’s Office of Kyrgyzstan reported. According to it, violations were identified during an inspection of compliance with child and housing laws. It was established that Ak-Basha»»»

The Ministry of Construction, Architecture, Housing, and Communal Services of Kyrgyzstan has banned the placement of lightweight structures in the courtyards of apartment buildings in Bishkek. The corresponding order was signed by Minister Nurdan Oruntaev. According to the document, the ban applies»»»

The exhibition «My Aitmatov» has been opened in Omsk city. The exposition was created by Yuristanbek Shygaev, the founder of a private museum of contemporary art and renowned Kyrgyz artist. He brought 40 of his works dedicated to the work of Chingiz Aitmatov, the People’s Writer of the Kyrgyz Repub»»»

The Israeli military said on Thursday it requires additional troops for deployment in southern Lebanon, where forces are engaged in fighting Hezbollah as part of efforts to establish a buffer zone. "On the Lebanese front, the forward defensive zone that we are creating requires additional IDF force»»»

Japan has expressed its "regret" over the break-in into the Chinese embassy in Tokyo by a knife-wielding Japanese military officer, but that is "far from enough", said the Chinese foreign ministry on Friday. The Japan side has still ‌not said ‌anything about the ‌details of ⁠the incident, Lin ⁠Jian»»»

The United States is weighing sending up to 10,000 extra troops to the Middle East, US media reported Friday, as speculation grows that Washington may be preparing a ground operation in Iran. The deployment would mark a significant boost to Washington's military presence in the region, despite US P»»»

A jury in California found Alphabet’s Google and Meta liable for $6 million in damages on Wednesday in a landmark lawsuit in which the social media giants were accused of being legally responsible for the addictive design of their platforms. Major US tech companies have faced increasing scrutiny ov»»»

Doha: The Qatar Basketball Federation (QBF) yesterday conducted the draw ceremony for the 13th Qatar Cup basketball tournament, setting up blockbuster clashes as teams set their sights on silverware in the 2025-2026 season. The draw ceremony brought together federation officials, club delegates and»»»

London: Oil prices jumped and equities slid yesterday as hopes for a peace deal between the US and Iran wavered after Tehran rejected Washington’s bid to wind down the nearly four-week war. Markets had been buoyed this week by US President Donald Trump’s announcement that strikes targeting Iran’s e»»»