Doha, Qatar: The Doha Film Institute (DFI) has announced that the 12th edition of Qumra will be held online from March 27 to April 8, 2026, ensuring the continuity of one of the region’s leading film industry platforms amid current regional developments. The decision underscores Qatar’s commitment »»»

At end-February 2026, loans to non-government sector granted by credit institutions increased 0.6% (with no change in real terms) from January 2026 to RON 449,017.0 million, according to data released by the National Bank of Romania on Tuesday.RON-denominated loans, representing 67.8% of total volu»»»

Romania has been in a deep energy crisis for nearly three years now, driven by a distorted market and a lack of effective government decisions, while prices have risen sharply, Calin Vilt, member of the Sustainable Development Advisory Council, said on Tuesday."We have been in a deep energy crisis »»»

Skopje, 24 March 2026 (MIA) - The National Bank of the Republic of North Macedonia is hosting Tuesday a high-level conference “Central Banking Amid Persistent Global Shifts: Fostering Stability, Innovation, and Resilience”, in cooperation with SUERF - The European Money and Finance Forum. National »»»

Doha, Qatar: Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping the modern workplace, driving both unprecedented efficiency and complex challenges, according to Senior Associate Dean for Faculty and Teaching Professor of Computer Science at Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q), a member of Qatar F»»»

Abu Dhabi National Oil Co. (ADNOC) has resumed operations at its largest gas processing facility following an attack that halted output. The Habshan gas processing plant is again supplying the domestic network after last w»»»

Abu Dhabi National Oil Co. (ADNOC) has resumed operations at its largest gas processing facility following an attack that halted output. The Habshan gas processing plant is again supplying the domestic network after last w»»»

Abu Dhabi National Oil Co. (ADNOC) has resumed operations at its largest gas processing facility following an attack that halted output. The Habshan gas processing plant is again supplying the domestic network after last w»»»

Abu Dhabi National Oil Co. (ADNOC) has resumed operations at its largest gas processing facility following an attack that halted output. The Habshan gas processing plant is again supplying the domestic network after last w»»»

Abu Dhabi National Oil Co. (ADNOC) has resumed operations at its largest gas processing facility following an attack that halted output. The Habshan gas processing plant is again supplying the domestic network after last w»»»

Abu Dhabi National Oil Co. (ADNOC) has resumed operations at its largest gas processing facility following an attack that halted output. The Habshan gas processing plant is again supplying the domestic network after last w»»»

Abu Dhabi National Oil Co. (ADNOC) has resumed operations at its largest gas processing facility following an attack that halted output. The Habshan gas processing plant is again supplying the domestic network after last w»»»

Abu Dhabi National Oil Co. (ADNOC) has resumed operations at its largest gas processing facility following an attack that halted output. The Habshan gas processing plant is again supplying the domestic network after last w»»»

Abu Dhabi National Oil Co. (ADNOC) has resumed operations at its largest gas processing facility following an attack that halted output. The Habshan gas processing plant is again supplying the domestic network after last w»»»

Abu Dhabi National Oil Co. (ADNOC) has resumed operations at its largest gas processing facility following an attack that halted output. The Habshan gas processing plant is again supplying the domestic network after last w»»»

Abu Dhabi National Oil Co. (ADNOC) has resumed operations at its largest gas processing facility following an attack that halted output. The Habshan gas processing plant is again supplying the domestic network after last w»»»

Abu Dhabi National Oil Co. (ADNOC) has resumed operations at its largest gas processing facility following an attack that halted output. The Habshan gas processing plant is again supplying the domestic network after last w»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The cost of the US operation against Iran has exceeded $30 billion, according to the Iran War Cost Tracker. The portal updates data in real time and calculates the funds required to maintain personnel, ships deployed to the region, and other related expenses. The calculation meth»»»

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) – The blockade of the Hormuz Strait may push the United States to continue its license-easing sanction regime against Russian oil, Director of the Navigator Principal Investors company Kyle Shostak told Sputnik. The United States has authorized the sale of Russian crude oil and»»»

On March 25, 1975, King Faisal of Saudi Arabia was shot to death at his palace in Riyadh by a "mentally deranged" nephew who was later executed. 1 of 4 | On March 25, 1975, King Faisal of Saudi Arabia, pictured here on May 27, 1971, in Washington, D.C., was shot to death at his palace in Riyadh by »»»

Doha, Qatar: QNB Group, a leading financial institution in the Middle East and Africa, has published its Sustainability Report 2025, detailing the Group’s progress in advancing the sustainable agenda across the markets it serves, and reaffirming its commitment to the just transition of the real eco»»»

Doha, Qatar: Commercial Bank has announced the launch of CB Connect, a new Mobile App Direct Call Dial functionality, becoming the first bank in the region to offer customers the ability to connect instantly with a call center agent directly from the CBQ Mobile App. This innovative capability reinf»»»

Damascus, March 25 (SANA) Syria’s Finance Minister Mohamed Yisr Barnieh said Tuesday the government is pressing ahead with a broad overhaul of public sector wages, emphasizing that the reforms are being financed through state revenues rather than borrowing or currency issuance. Speaking in an inter»»»

Police in Bishkek detained a woman suspected of fraud totaling more than 4 million soms, the Main Internal Affairs Department of the capital reported. A woman filed a report to police stating that in June 2025, under the pretext of selling gold jewelry allegedly imported from Turkey, the woman took»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s real estate market recorded strong growth in last year with total sales value rising by approximately 29 percent year-on-year, reflecting increased activity and investor confidence across several property segments. According to Real Estate Regulatory Authority (Aqarat) data and»»»

Nobody knows how many naval mines were deployed by Iran in the Hormuz Strait. One estimate puts the number to "at least a dozen naval mines, possibly fewer" placed at specific points IRGC elements know in the narrow waterway that carries roughly one-fifth of the world’s seaborne oil. What we know s»»»

South Korean chipmaker SK hynix Inc. said Wednesday it has begun taking steps for listing on the U.S. stock market. This file photo, taken Jan. 29, 2026, shows the company's headquarters in Icheon. File Photo by Yonhap SK hynix Inc. said Wednesday it has begun taking steps for listing on the U.S. s»»»

Polish retail sales grew 5% year-on-year (y/y) in constant prices in February, picking up from a 4.4% y/y rise in January, the statistics office GUS said on March 23. The February reading disappointed, as it came in at bel»»»

The Philippines has declared a nationwide energy emergency. In doing so it becomes the first country in the world to take such a step in response to disruptions caused by the ongoing war in Iran, the BBC reports. »»»

The Philippines has declared a nationwide energy emergency. In doing so it becomes the first country in the world to take such a step in response to disruptions caused by the ongoing war in Iran, the BBC reports. »»»

The Philippines has declared a nationwide energy emergency. In doing so it becomes the first country in the world to take such a step in response to disruptions caused by the ongoing war in Iran, the BBC reports. »»»

Two years ago, Dutch schools banned smartphones to reduce distractions, enhance student concentration, and encourage better academic performance. Since then, mobile phones, smartwatches and tablets have been exiled from classrooms, corridors and canteens in schools across the Netherlands. Now the D»»»

Doha, Qatar: Advisor to Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari has said Qatar is not involved in mediation between the US and Iran and is keeping focus on protecting its country. “Qatar’s position has been clear that this war mu»»»

Doha, Qatar: In a move to streamline labour mobility and enhance user experience, the Ministry of Labour Qatar has expanded its digital offerings, making it easier for workers to change employers through its integrated e-services platform. The Ministry said its Employer Change Service simplifies th»»»

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Raben Group delivered solid growth in 2025 despite a difficult operating environment shaped by geopolitical tensions, rising costs, regulatory pressure, and labour shortages across Europe’s logistics sector. Revenues exceeded €2.3 billion, up more than 6%, while shipment volumes rose by 5.1%, under»»»

US President Donald Trump walked back his own deadline for escalating attacks on Iran on Monday, citing "productive" talks with Tehran – but Iranian officials deny those talks took place. So what is really happening? Here is a look at the facts and speculation. US President Donald Trump has execute»»»

Delano D'Souza is pleased to welcome Scott Lucas, Professor of American Studies and International Politics at the Clinton Institute, University College Dublin. Mr. Lucas warns there has been no breakthrough whatsoever in diplomacy: An improvised and reactive process shaped by market pressures,»»»

Donald Trump said Tuesday he had sent a peace plan to Iran, expressing cautious optimism about ending nearly a month of war even as fresh violence underscored the fragility of the moment. In a potential sign of de-escalation, Tehran announced it would allow “non-hostile” vessels to pass through the»»»

Dubai: The Indian rupee slipped further against the UAE dirham on Wednesday morning, adding to a steady stretch of weakness that is beginning to reshape remittance value for UAE residents. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.At around 9:12 am, Dh1 was valued at 25.57, mark»»»

In tonight's edition: Nigeria's Dangote Refinery says it's stepped up exports across Africa as the war in Iran squeezes traditional fuel supply routes and disrupts energy flows. Also, 76 percent of births in sub-Saharan Africa occur in healthcare facilities without basic water, sanitation and »»»

At least 64 people, including 13 children, were killed when a strike hit a hospital in Sudan’s East Darfur state, the World Health Organization (WHO) said Saturday. The total number of people killed in attacks on health care during Sudan's civil war has now surpassed 2,000, noted WHO chief Tedros A»»»

The French government has announced steps to limit the impact of rising crude oil prices on consumers and businesses, including extending deadlines for tax payments and asking refineries to boost output. The moves came amid the virtual shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz, the transport link for 20 per»»»

Doha, Qatar: Weather inshore until 6pm on Wednesday will be hazy and partly cloudy to cloudy at times with a chance of scattered rain, maybe thundery at places, the Department of Meteorology said in its daily weather report, warning of thundery rain associated with strong wind and poor horizontal v»»»

Dubai: Grey skies and good moods across the city this week. In the UAE, rain doesn’t come often, so when it does, the city can’t help but take notice. Suddenly umbrellas appear, phones come out, and even those who rarely post online are snapping puddles and grey skies like it’s a moment worth remem»»»

PRESS REVIEW – Tuesday, March 24, 2026: First, French papers are dedicating their front pages to former prime minister Lionel Jospin, who passed away on Sunday at the age of 88. Next, Italian front pages discuss the results of Monday's failed referendum. Also, the Financial Times looks into the mis»»»

The European Union and Australia struck a long-awaited free-trade deal on Tuesday as the bloc seeks to diversify its export markets and expand beyond ​its traditional partners. The deal, however, has drawn stern criticism from European farmers' groups that called concessions on exports of Australia»»»

Dubai: Long before careers and opportunities, it is “bayanihan,” the Filipino value of collective help and unity, that defines the experience of many expatriates in the UAE. For community leaders and residents alike, bayanihan is not just a tradition carried from home, but a way of life adapted to »»»

Dubai: Gold prices in Dubai rose on Wednesday morning, marking the first gain in over two weeks and breaking a steady downward trend that had weighed on retail sentiment. (Check latest UAE gold prices here, alongside prices in Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and India.) Sign up for our »»»

Natural gas prices have already doubled since the start of the war in the Middle East and are expected to rise higher as the last of Qatar’s LNG exports arrive at their destinations. That has left countries around the worl»»»