Taiwan Business Group Urges Beijing, Taipei to Keep Politics Out of Trade
The head of one of Taiwan's top business groups said on Monday both Beijing and Taipei should leave politics out of resuming normal trade and tourism exchanges, after China unveiled new incentives for the island. China, which views democratically-governed Taiwan as its own territory, announced meas»»»
Eight Children Dead in US Domestic Violence Shooting
A man shot dead eight children -- seven of them his own -- early Sunday in the southern US state of Louisiana in an incident of domestic violence that spanned three locations, police said. The early morning massacre at a gray house in the city of Shreveport was the deadliest mass shooting in the Un»»»
‘Save Humanity’: Four Figures Battling It Out to Lead Embattled UN
Four contenders are squaring up to succeed Antonio Guterres as leader of the United Nations, which faces unprecedented global instability, wars and its own crushing budget crisis. Chile's Michelle Bachelet, Argentina's Rafael Grossi, Costa Rican Rebeca Grynspan, and Senegal's Macky Sall will each f»»»
Two U.S. Embassy staffers, Mexican officers die in Chichuahua crash - UPI.com
Chihuahua Attorney General Cesar Jauregui tells reporters Sunday that Two Mexican law enforcement officers and two U.S. Embassy staffers were killed in a car accident. Photo courtesy Chihuahua Attorney General's Office/Release April 20 (UPI) -- Two employees of the U.S. Embassy in Mexico and two Me»»»
Iran not planning to attend talks with US in Pakistan
Tehran and Islamabad: Iran is not currently planning to attend talks with the United States, state media said, after President Donald Trump ordered US negotiators to travel to Pakistan on Monday, just days before a ceasefire in the Middle East expires. The ongoing US blockade of Iranian ports has b»»»
UDST signs contract with ‘Be My Sense’ to advance innovation
Doha, Qatar: University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) announced the signing of a Technology Support Contract with ‘Be My Sense,’ a startup founded by UDST students and launched through the University’s incubation centre, UHUB. The agreement marks a significant step in supporting student»»»
Deepika Padukone films action-packed Raaka and King while expecting second baby, redefining motherhood
Dubai: Indian icon and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone is once again challenging the idea that motherhood and a demanding film career can’t coexist. The actor is reportedly continuing to work on two major projects even as she prepares to welcome her second child. On the occasion of Akshaya Triti»»»
US Begins Philippines War Games in Thick of Middle East Conflict
Thousands of American and Philippine troops, joined for the first time by a significant contingent of Japanese forces, began annual military exercises Monday set against the backdrop of the Middle East war. The war games will feature live-fire exercises in the north of the country facing the Taiwan»»»
Iran Executes Two Men Convicted of Links to Israel’s Spy Agency
Iran executed two men on Monday convicted of having links to Israel's spy agency, the judiciary said, the latest in a string of executions since the outbreak of war with Israel and the United States. "The death sentences of Mohammad Masoom-shahi and Hamed Validi were carried out at dawn today," the»»»
MoPH concludes third public health sector football tournament
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Public Health concluded the third Public Health Sector Football Tournament with wide attendance from leaders and employees across the healthcare sector in a vibrant atmosphere marked by teamwork and positive competition. The Ministry’s Food Safety Department team won th»»»
Venezuela's transition: privatizing the oil industry
PoliticsVenezuelaVenezuela's transition: privatizing the oil industryTobias KäuferAfter the US ousted Maduro and effectively seized control of Venezuela's oil industry, the country's economy has been transitioning rapidly. The interim government is wooing investors but lacks democratic backing. htt»»»
Qatar draws global capital with stability and long-term returns
Doha, Qatar: Qatar is drawing growing interest from global investors as its real estate market matures and its broader economy continues to diversify, combining long-standing strengths in energy with expanding opportunities in infrastructure and technology. Speaking to The Peninsula, industry leade»»»
Dubai Global Village reopens today at 5pm after closure: Timings, tickets and what to expect
Dubai: One of the city’s most popular seasonal attractions, Global Village, is reopening its gates today at 5pm following a temporary shutdown triggered by the recent global conflict. The multicultural destination, currently in its landmark 30th season, had earlier announced a run from October 15 u»»»
Education Ministry unveils initiative to localise trainers in educational centres
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE) has launched a new initiative aimed at increasing the presence of Qatari trainers in educational and training service centres, as part of efforts to support national talent and strengthen its role in the training and lifelong learn»»»
Trump says US delegation to head to Pakistan for new Iran talks
Washington: US President Donald Trump announced Sunday that an American delegation will head Monday to Islamabad, Pakistan, to begin a new round of negotiations with representatives of Iran, with the aim of reaching a peace agreement. Trump said via his Truth Social account: “My Representatives are»»»
Allies Fear a Rushed US–Iran Framework Deal Could Backfire, Leaving Technical Deadlock
European allies fear an inexperienced US negotiating team is pushing for a swift, headline-grabbing framework deal with Iran that could entrench rather than resolve deeper problems, diplomats with past experience dealing with Tehran said. They worry Washington, eager to claim a diplomatic win for P»»»
World Weighs Fate of Middle East Ceasefire After US Seizes Iranian Cargo Ship
Concerns grew on Monday that the ceasefire between the United States and Iran might not hold after the US said it had seized an Iranian cargo ship that tried to run its blockade and Iran vowed to retaliate. Efforts to build a more lasting peace in the region likewise appeared to be on shaky ground,»»»
Oil Prices and Stocks Climb as US-Iran Standoff Keeps Strait of Hormuz in Limbo
Oil prices climbed more than 5% while Asian shares also advanced Monday as a standoff between Iran and the US prevented tankers from using the Strait of Hormuz. The Gulf waterway was closed again after Iran reversed a decision to reopen the strait and President Donald Trump said a US Navy blockade »»»
Old building rights system faces modern backlash
The Environment Ministry is preparing to revive the long-frozen building rights transfer system, with a study proposing modest density increases of 0.2–0.4 in 83 municipal zones nationwide. The framework is expected by 2027 and will initially rely on existing titles issued between 1979 and 2007, co»»»
Gold slips even with Strait tensions rising, rate outlook drives next move
Dubai: Gold prices in Dubai edged lower on Monday morning, tracking a global pullback that reflects how interest rate expectations are shaping investor behaviour more than geopolitical tension at this stage. (Check latest UAE gold prices here, alongside prices in Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain,»»»
Israeli Army Announces Investigation After Soldier Smashed Jesus Christ Statue in Lebanon
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) acknowledged that an Israeli soldier had indeed smashed a statue of Jesus Christ in Lebanon and said that an investigation was underway. Earlier, the Lebanese news portal Lebanon Debate reported that an Israeli soldier had smashed a statue of Jesus Christ in the sett»»»
Iranian Armed Forces Vow Swift Response to US Seizure of Iranian Vessel in Gulf of Oman
A spokesman for Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya Military Command said that Iran would respond swiftly to the seizure of an Iranian vessel by the US military in the Gulf of Oman. Earlier, US Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed the seizure of the Iranian merchant vessel Touska, which was attempting to break »»»
Fico Risks Facing Assassination Attempt If Travels to Ukraine - Senior Slovak Lawmaker
There is a risk of an assassination attempt on Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico if he travels to Kiev, Slovak Parliament Deputy Speaker Tibor Gaspar told RIA Novosti. Volodymyr Zelensky's office said on February 27 that Zelenskyy had invited Fico to Ukraine to discuss current issues. "Although Zel»»»
U.S. kills three in latest military strike on a suspected drug boat - UPI.com
The U.S. military under Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth killed three people Sunday in a strike targeting a suspected drug boat in the Caribbean. A group of Democrats last week filed articles of impeachment against Hegseth, one of which accuses him of violating the law of these strikes. Photo by B»»»
DR Congo, AFC/M23 group agree to facilitate aid, release prisoners within 10 days
The DR Congo government and the AFC/M23 group announced Sunday they had reached an agreement to facilitate humanitarian aid deliveries and release prisoners within 10 days. The Rwanda-backed AFC/M23 group has seized large swaths of territory in the eastern part of DR Congo since 2021. The DR Congo »»»
Foreign Minister of Kyrgyzstan participates in Antalya Diplomacy Forum - | 24.KG
Foreign Minister of Kyrgyzstan Jeenbek Kulubaev participated in the Antalya Diplomacy Forum, which was held in Turkey. According to the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, during the panel session «Rising Together: Global Positioning of Central Asian States at Their 35th Anniversary,»»»»
Canada's US ties have become a weakness, says Carney
PoliticsCanadaCanada's US ties have become a weakness, says CarneySrinivas Mazumdaru with AP, ReutersCanadian PM Mark Carney has vowed to reduce his country's reliance on the US by strengthening the economy and inking trade deals with others. https://p.dw.com/p/5CSkT'The US has changed and we must »»»
South Korea's Lee visits India for trade talks with Modi
TradeIndiaSouth Korea's Lee visits India for trade talks with ModiShakeel Sobhan AFP, ReutersPrime Minister Narendra Modi hosts South Korean President Lee Jae Myung this week as both countries target $50 billion in trade by 2030. https://p.dw.com/p/5CSkNPresident Lee Jae Myung's trip is South Korea»»»
Part of Bishkek to have no cold water on April 21 - | 24.KG
On April 21, drinking water supply to residential buildings, schools, preschools, healthcare and other social and industrial facilities will be stopped from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. The Bishkek City Hall reported. Outage area: Kurmanjan Datka Street from the railway line to Mendeleev Street, Tokoldosh res»»»
How an integrated value chain help gold traders manage risk in fluctuating markets
Gold and silver prices have swung sharply over the past month since the start of geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, underlining the intense volatility gripping the precious metals markets. Gold has ranged from $4,100 to $5,400 over the past six weeks with prices settling in the middle of thi»»»
Esaad cardholders get up to 50% off in new Dubai Police deal
Dubai: Dubai Police has signed a new cooperation agreement with Lari Exchange to expand the range of benefits available to Esaad cardholders, as part of ongoing efforts to enhance quality of life through exclusive financial services. The agreement, concluded between the Esaad Card Centre and Lari E»»»
IDF says viral photo of Israeli soldier smashing Jesus statue is real - UPI.com
The Israel Defense Forces confirmed Sunday that a photo depicting an Israeli solider smashing the head of a statue of Jesus in southern Lebanon is authentic. The photo sparked widespread backlash on social media. File Photo by Jim Hollander/UPI | License Photo April 19 (UPI) -- The Israel Defense F»»»
Iran's uranium stockpile: Removal or dilution? Regime may have enough highly-enriched uranium to make about 10 nuclear bombs — report
A recent 60 Minutes report says Iran may have enough highly-enriched uranium to make about 10 nuclear bombs, reviving debate over whether the US could physically seize or neutralise the stockpile. The answer, according to arms-control experts and US policy analysts, is that a “Project Sapphire”-sty»»»
North Korea again tests cluster munitions in a launch observed by Kim and his daughter
SEOUL, South Korea: North Korea said Monday it test-launched ballistic missiles with cluster bomb warheads in the second such test this month, likely underscoring its push to expand its capabilities to penetrate U.S. and South Korean defenses. The report by the North’s official Korean Central News »»»
'Touska, vacate your engine room': US Navy warns before disabling Iran-bound ship's engine
US naval forces enforcing a blockade in the Arabian Sea intercepted and disabled an Iranian-flagged cargo ship April 19 after its crew ignored repeated warnings to change course, US officials said. The guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance (DDG 111) stopped the motor vessel Touska as it travelled a»»»
Oil prices jump: Brent rises to $96.30, WTI at $90.22 as Tehran rejects 2nd round of US-Iran talks
Oil prices jumped during early Monday (April 20, 2026) trading in Asia, with WTI crude at $90.22/barrel, up $6.37 or 7.60%, and Brent crude at $96.30/barrel, $5.92 or 6.55% higher, as of 8:36 am Tokyo time [or 11:36 pm GMT Sunday]. The gains came as markets tracked renewed geopolitical risk, while »»»
Calif. woman arrested on charges of trafficking arms for Iranian gov't - UPI.com
Shamim Mafi, 44, of Woodland Hills, Calif., was charged with acting as a broker for the sale of banned Iranian arms to Sudan, federal prosecutors said Sunday. Photo courtesy Department of Justice/X April 19 (UPI) -- A 44-year-old Los Angeles area woman is in custody on charges of trafficking arms o»»»
Trump says US delegation will travel to Islamabad on Monday, Iran declines talks
Iran is not currently planning to attend the next round of talks with the US, which has announced that it would send a team of negotiators to Pakistan on Monday, Iranian state television reported on Sunday. Iran is not planning to participate in new peace talks with the United States, its sta»»»
Canadian PM Mark Carney calls close trade ties to U.S. a 'weakness' - UPI.com
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney raises his fist as he is greeted by U.S. President Donald Trump outside the West Wing of the White House on May 6, 2025. Carney on Sunday defending his push to expand his country's economic ties beyond the United States. File Photo by Francis Chung/UPI | License »»»
Argentina's Milei says US-Israel war against Iran 'right thing to do'
Argentine President Javier Milei declared on Sunday that the joint US-Israel war against Iran was the "right thing to do", as he signed on to the so-called Isaac Accords aimed at deepening bilateral ties between Israel and Latin American countries. Making his third visit to Israel as president, Mil»»»
U.S. Navy fires on Iranian ship as Trump officials head to peace talks in Pakistan - UPI.com
President Donald Trump on Sunday announced that the U.S. Navy had intercepted and boarded an Iranian-flagged ship attempted to bypass the U.S. blockade of the Gulf of Oman to prevent Iranian ships from transiting out of the region. Photo by Graeme Sloan/UPI | License Photo April 19 (UPI) -- The U.S»»»
Fujairah hotels record peak occupancy in early 2026
FUJAIRAH: Fujairah’s hospitality sector achieved record occupancy levels at the start of 2026, with rates reaching between 95% and 100%. The emirate saw a substantial influx of visitors attracted by its distinct mountainous terrain and leisure attractions. According to the Fujairah Department of To»»»
Iran-US talks hit snag, as Tehran threatens to boycott 2nd round in Islamabad
The Iran-US talks hosted in Pakistan hit a snag as Tehran refused to attend a second round in Islamabad, protesting Washington's ongoing naval blockade of its ports and the Strait of Hormuz. Iran has recently declared the waterway "completely open". Late on Sunday (April 19) Iran rejected the secon»»»
PHCC launches Phase-2 of audiology screening service expansion
Tribune News Network Doha The Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC) has announced the official launch of Phase Two of the expansion of its audiology screening service within Well-Baby clinics, effective from 19 April 2026. This phase extends the service to seven additional health centres: Qatar Un»»»
BPS students excel in CBSE Class X examination
Tribune News Network Doha Birla Public School (BPS) students have once more proved their academic brilliance at the Secondary School Examination of Grade X 2025-26 in the results declared by the CBSE Board on April 15, 2026. The exceptional students of BPS displayed their extraordinary standards of»»»
Ooredoo pioneers LTE-M deployment to lead smartIoT connectivity in Qatar
Tribune News Network Doha Ooredoo, Qatar’s leading telecommunications and ICT provider, has achieved a new milestone in the nation’s digital evolution. Following extensive testing and successful deployment, Ooredoo has become the first operator in Qatar to launch LTE-M (Long Term Evolution for Mach»»»
UK's Starmer 'appalled' by spate of arson attacks against London Jewish sites
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Sunday he was "appalled" by several arson attacks on Jewish sites in northwest London in recent weeks following an attack overnight from Saturday to Sunday targeting a synagogue. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer vowed Sunday to bring perpetrators of recen»»»
Trump's approval rating drops to a new low amid US war with Iran
President Donald Trump's approval rating has dropped to a new low amid voter discontent over the economy and the US war in Iran, posing challenges for Republicans ahead of the midterm elections. An NBC News Decision Desk poll released April 19 found 63% of adults disapprove of Trump’s performance —»»»
Experts: ISO standards key to boosting Syrian industry and opening export markets
Damascus, April 19 (SANA) Experts and industry representatives said adopting ISO quality standards is essential to enhancing the competitiveness of Syrian industrial products and expanding their access to regional and international markets amid the country’s economic opening phase. They said compan»»»
UPDATE: Bulgaria’s Radev wins election, set for parliamentary majority
Bulgaria’s former president Rumen Radev is on course to secure a parliamentary majority in the country’s snap election, according to parallel vote counts, in what would be the first single-party majority since 1997. With a»»»