Europe uses subsidies, taxes and policy pauses to offset pain of high fuel prices
Wars in the Middle East and Ukraine are driving governments across Europe to craft subsidies, taxes and policy revisions that might shield their economies, companies and increasingly aggrieved citizens from record gasoline and diesel prices. Countries around the world have intervened to limit the e»»»
Netanyahu, at UN, calls accusations of genocide in Gaza 'biggest lie of century'
Lashing out at his country's critics, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu angrily dismissed allegations of Israeli genocide in Gaza as "the biggest lie of the century" in a defiant speech to the U.N. General Assembly that asserted his nation's right to wage war against Iran. Scores of delegat»»»
Board of Peace has met with UNRWA despite saying it has no Gaza role
As the U.S.-created Board of Peace pushes ahead with plans to rebuild Gaza, it has said there's no place for the U.N. body that for decades has provided support to displaced Palestinians. But the agency's last chief says that behind the scenes, board members and others have been more open to workin»»»
Xi Hopes China, US Will Meet Each Other Halfway - Foreign Ministry
BEIJING (Sputnik) - Chinese President Xi Jinping said during talks with US President Donald Trump that China and the United States should meet each other halfway and foster stable trade relations. "So long as both sides act in the spirit of equality, mutual respect, and mutual benefit, a pathway to»»»
North Korea Calls South Korea Target of 'Collective Punishment' – State Media
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - North Korea will treat the South as a "decisive target of collective punishment" if the United States turns it into "a decisive center for collective defense," Kang Chol Su, a department head at North Korea's Institute for the Study of Enemy Affairs, said in an article published »»»
Textbook shortage: Kyrgyz schools need 48.4 million books, Okuu Kitеbi says - | 24.KG
To eliminate the shortage of textbooks in Kyrgyzstan’s schools, 48.4 million copies of textbooks and teaching materials need to be published, Okuu Kitеbi publishing house director Tologon Amatov told journalists. Earlier, President Sadyr Japarov decided to allocate an additional 7 billion soms to a»»»
Two-year-old with rare immune disorder saved by mother's bone marrow transplant in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi doctors perform life-saving transplant for boy with Hyper-IgM Syndrome A two-year-old boy with a rare inherited immune disorder is preparing to return home after receiving an urgent bone marrow transplant in Abu Dhabi, with his mother becoming his donor. Kai was diagnosed with Hyper-IgM S»»»
Global leaders convene at UNGA81 to mobilise finance for sustainable development
New York: The State of Qatar, through the Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD), together with Canada, Norway, the World Bank Group (WBG), the Inter-American Development Bank Group (IDB), the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), and the Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF),»»»
Awqaf boosts media readiness of administrative directors
DOHA: The Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has strengthened the media readiness of its administrative leadership with the completion of a specialised training course on dealing with the media, attended by nine directors of administrative units. Organised in cooperation with the Al Jazeera Medi»»»
Qatar Foundation appoints Dr. Hend Zainal as President of Higher Education
DOHA: Qatar Foundation has announced the appointment of Dr. Hend Zainal (pictured) as the organisation’s President of Higher Education, a position she will assume with effect from January 1, 2027. Dr. Hend began her career in 2005 within the field of higher education through roles at a number of Qa»»»
Waqf Studies Centre to host seminar on encyclopaedic dictionary
DOHA: The Waqf Studies Centre at the General Directorate of Endowments at the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs will organise a scientific seminar on the book “Encyclopaedic Dictionary of Waqf and Charitable Work Terminology” on Thursday, September 24. The seminar, part of a series of academic »»»
‘Music Salon’ explores rich world of Arab maqams
DOHA: The Music Affairs Center, affiliated with the Ministry of Culture, organised a seminar titled “The Arab Maqam: Dimensions, Ajnas and Branches” as part of its ‘Music Salon’ programme, taking audiences on a journey through eight prominent maqams and their distinctive characteristics. Combining »»»
Qatar participates in European international competition of Holy Qu’ran in Croatia
Zagreb: The State of Qatar is participating in the 32nd European international competition for memorisation and recitation of the Holy Qu’ran in Zagreb, Croatia, between September 24 to 26, with the support of the Sheikh Jassim bin Muhammad bin Thani Noble Qur’an Competition. Representing Qatar in »»»
Qatar rejects Netanyahu’s UN accusation of campaign against Israel
Doha, Qatar: Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majed bin Mohammad Al Ansari issued a statement categorically rejecting Israeli Prime Minister's accusation made against the State of Qatar. In a post on X, Dr. Al Ansari said: "We categorically»»»
Russia Continues to Hit Ukraine's Defense Industry Plants, Logistics Centers - MoD
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Russian armed forces have continued to carry out overnight strikes on enterprises of the defense industry complex and logistics centers, as well as on naval vessels used to support the Ukrainian armed forces, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Friday. "Tonight, the Russian »»»
EU Faces Harshest Winter Since 2022 Amid Diesel Price Surge - Commissioner
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The European Union faces its harshest winter since 2022 due to near-record diesel prices, EU Energy Commissioner Dan Jorgensen said on Friday. "This winter might be very, very bad [for Europe] and it might be the worst one we’ve had since 2022," Jorgensen told British newspaper. »»»
Israeli occupation forces conduct sweeping opertions, unleashing bursts of machine-gun fire towards Al-Mansouri and Wadi Zibqine: Al-Manar reporter in southern Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Turnover in market services provided to the population down 9% in first seven months
Turnover in market services provided to the population fell by 9% in gross terms in the first seven months of this year compared with the same period last year, as a result of declines in gambling and other recreational activities (-16.6%), hairdressing and other beauty treatment services (-12.2%),»»»
CCIB: We want to encourage companies from Latin America to view Romania as an investment destination
Romanian companies need to become more active in markets outside the European Union (EU), while at the same time we want to encourage companies from Latin America to view Romania as an investment destination and as a gateway to the EU, president of the Bucharest Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CC»»»
FinMin Nazare: Romania is in talks with DFC to establish a Romania-US investment fund
Romania is in talks with the US International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) to establish a Romania-US investment fund that would bring together the Investment and Development Bank, US private capital and other sources of financing, Finance Minister Alexandru Nazare announced."Concrete Roman»»»
BID: Romania allocates EUR 50 million to Three Seas Initiative Infrastructure Fund
The Investment and Development Bank (BID) on Thursday signed an agreement to participate, on behalf and for the account of the Romanian state, in the Three Seas Initiative Infrastructure Fund of Funds, a new regional platform managed by the European Investment Fund (EIF) and dedicated to financing »»»
Most construction companies view current political and fiscal climate as direct threat to their businesses
More than three-quarters (76.9%) of construction companies expect a negative impact due to political and fiscal instability, according to the latest edition of the "Top 100 Construction Contractors in Romania" analysis, published on ...»»»
EBRD expects Romania's economy to shrink 0.2pct in 2026 and warns downside risks persist
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has kept the prospects concerning the evolution of Romania's economy in 2026 and 2027, in line with the June forecast, and warns that negative evolution risks persist, according to the "Regional Economic Prospects," report the internationa»»»
Nazare: Budget execution and continuity of fiscal consolidation are Romania's key arguments in S&P assessment
Budget execution and the continuity of fiscal consolidation are Romania's main arguments in the current sovereign rating review conducted by S&P, interim Finance Minister Alexandru Nazare stated on ...»»»
Bolojan discusses current political context and Romania's fiscal-budgetary situation with S&P delegation
Acting Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan received a delegation from the international financial rating agency Standard & Poor's at Victoria Palace on Thursday; the delegation is visiting Bucharest as part of the periodic assessment of Romania's economic and fiscal developments.According to a government s»»»
Grindeanu: PSD will be fully prepared for snap elections, which could be held as early as February
Social Democratic Party (PSD) leader Sorin Grindeanu said on Thursday in Craiova that his party was prepared for possible snap elections, which he described as a scenario "on the table", although he stressed that Romania should avoid such an option for economic ...»»»
PM-designate Muresan: Next week will be the most important test of the PSD's pro-European stance
Prime Minister-designate Siegfried Muresan said on Thursday that next week in Parliament will be the most important test of the Social Democratic Party's (PSD) pro-European stance, when the party will have to choose between voting for "a responsible pro-European Government" or remaining "alongside »»»
CoE: Romania has taken important steps to prevent, combat gender-based violence, but action still needed
Romania has taken important legislative and policy steps in recent years to prevent and combat gender-based violence, but urgent action is still needed in certain areas to protect women and comply with the Council of Europe Convention on Preventing and Combating Violence against Women and Domestic »»»
Interim ForMin Toiu meets Kyrgyz Foreign Minister; talks on trade cooperation
Interim Foreign Affairs Minister Oana Toiu met with her Kyrgyz counterpart, Zheenbek Kulubaev, in New York on the sidelines of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly, with the "positive" momentum in bilateral relations highlighted during the ...»»»
ForMin Toiu:Armenian PM will pay visit to Bucharest this year to sign strategic partnership with Romania
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan will pay a visit to Bucharest by the end of the year to sign the strategic partnership between his country and Romania, after the decision to upgrade relations between the two countries to this level was announced in New York on Wednesday by the head of the g»»»
President Dan: Early elections mean four-five-six months of banners in the streets, ads, political squabbling
Early elections mean four-five-six months of banners in the streets, TV commercials, quarrels among parties and I think that Romanians do not want this in any way, and the parties must do what the people who gave them the vote dictate, President Nicusor Dan said in an interview with AGERPRES on Wed»»»
Salam tells Pezeshkian Lebanon cannot be arena for regional wars
Prime Minister Nawaf Salam told Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Thursday that his country did not want to be an arena for regional wars. Lebanon has repeatedly accused Iran of interfering in its affairs, especially since the start of the latest war, alleging that Tehran was using it as a "ba»»»
Fresh details emerge in Fidesz’s internal war over money
There was agreement within Fidesz that Hungary needed a satellite system usable for both mass communications and military purposes if the country was to gain an advantage in the competition between nations in the 21st century. Where they very much did not agree was on precisely who should receive t»»»
Türkiye rejects Netanyahu’s accusations against Erdoğan as baseless
New York, Sept. 25 (SANA) Türkiye on Friday categorically rejected accusations made by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu against Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, describing them as “malicious allegations without any basis in fact,” while reaffirming Ankara’s continued support for the»»»
Oil prices edge lower amid hopes for de-escalation in Middle East
London, Sept. 25 (SANA) Oil prices edged lower on Friday as markets assessed a mix of factors, including expectations of a possible de-escalation in the Middle East. According to Reuters, Brent crude fell 74 cents, or 0.69 percent, to $105.85 a barrel, while West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude drop»»»
KOICA completes WASH facility renovations at two schools in Sokuluk district - | 24.KG
The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) has completed the renovation of key facilities at two schools in Sokuluk district, Chuy region, improving conditions for sanitation, hygiene, and student well-being. The renovation was carried out under the «Project Volunteer Program for Improving »»»
UDST celebrates International University Sport Week
Doha: University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) celebrated International University Sport Week (IUSW) through a diverse programme of sporting and wellness activities across campus, including its Fun Olympics. The week brings together students, faculty and staff through fitness classes, w»»»
Gaza: 2 Palestinians injured in Israeli artillery shelling south of Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Sharjah Central Mall strengthens fashion offering with the opening of Max Fashion
Max Fashion’s new store offers refreshed space with on-trend fashion for the whole family Sharjah: Sharjah Central Mall has further strengthened its retail offering with the opening of Max Fashion’s 47th store in the UAE, adding another established fashion brand to its growing mix of retailers and »»»
Cultural diplomacy creates space for dialogue when politics falters: Sheikha Al Mayassa
DOHA: Cultural institutions can play a powerful role in strengthening international relationships, fostering dialogue and building understanding between societies, Chairperson of Qatar Museums H E Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has said. Speaking yesterday at the Qatar Creates T»»»
Qatar participates in Ministerial Meeting of Group of Friends of Victims of Terrorism
New York: The State of Qatar participated in the Ministerial Meeting of the Group of Friends of Victims of Terrorism, held on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. The State of Qatar was represented at the meeting by Director of the International Orga»»»
Qatar attends GCC-Asean foreign ministers' meeting
Qatar participated in the joint ministerial meeting between the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Ministers of Foreign Affairs and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) yesterday, on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. Qatar was represente»»»
Security, data and skills key to scaling AI in Qatar, says official
DOHA: Organisations in Qatar will need to strengthen cybersecurity, unlock previously inaccessible data and invest in AI skills as they accelerate adoption of artificial intelligence (AI), noted Ghassan Kosta (pictured), Regional General Manager for Qatar, Oman, Bahrain and Iraq at Google Cloud. On»»»
Professor grabs student by collar during comedy show, viral video sparks debate
Call for inquiry as professor’s conduct at tech fest draws mixed reactions A video showing a professor grabbing a student by the collar during a comedy programme at Nirma University in Ahmedabad has gone viral on social media, prompting a debate over student conduct and faculty behaviour. The incid»»»
Flying from the UAE today? Here’s what’s happening at DXB, Abu Dhabi and across airlines
Airlines continue to adjust schedules as travel advisories warn of possible disruption Dubai: UAE travellers are being urged to check their flight status before heading to the airport on Friday, with multiple delays reported at Dubai International Airport and Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhab»»»
Minister of Culture meets Russian counterpart
Moscow: Minister of Culture H E Sheikh Abdulrahman bin Hamad bin Jassim bin Hamad Al-Thani met with Minister of Culture of the Russian Federation H E Olga Lyubimova, on the sidelines of the 12th St. Petersburg International United Cultures Forum. The meeting discussed cooperation and relations betw»»»
QF, NBA launch third edition of Jr. NBA/Jr. WNBA Qatar League
DOHA: More than 1,200 young basketball players from across the country have come together at Qatar Foundation’s Education City for the draft marking the third edition of the Jr. NBA/Jr. WNBA Qatar League. Organised by Qatar Foundation (QF) in collaboration with the NBA – and supported by the Qatar »»»
Minister of Municipality meets Ambassador of Senegal
Minister of Municipality H E Abdullah bin Hamad bin Abdullah Al Attiyah met with Ambassador of the Republic of Senegal to Qatar H E Cheikh Tidiane Sall at his office yesterday. During the meeting, the two sides discussed cooperation relations between the two countries in areas of mutual interest.»»»
Sheikha Al Mayassa deepens Years of Culture partnerships in South America
Doha: Chairperson of Qatar Museums and Founder of Qatar’s Years of Culture Initiative H E Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has concluded a three-country tour of Argentina, Chile and Brazil focused on strengthening cultural partnerships and the exchange of knowledge, expertise and »»»
QT prepares to launch 22nd edition of Doha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition
Doha: Held under the patronage of Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs H E Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Qatar Tourism is set to host the 22nd edition of the Doha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition (DJWE), taking place from September 28 to October 3 at the Doha Exhibi»»»