Canberra, Australia: Six fuel ships bound for Australia next month have been cancelled or deferred, Energy Minister Chris Bowen said on Sunday. Six ships from Malaysia, Singapore and South Korea, which had been expected to arrive next month, were cancelled or deferred, among over 80 ships expected »»»

Kuala Lumpur: Persistent high temperatures over the past few days have prompted the Malaysian Meteorological Department to issue warnings on Sunday covering 12 areas in Peninsular Malaysia, particularly in the country's northern states. The department issued a Level 1 alert warning, particularly fo»»»

Dubai: Iraq’s Civil Aviation Authority on Sunday announced the extension of the country’s airspace closure to all incoming, outgoing and transit flights for an additional 72 hours, citing ongoing security assessments linked to regional developments. In a statement carried by the Iraqi News Agency (»»»

A queue stretches down a street in east London. It is for Logma, a newly opened Iranian-Iraqi cafe in Hackney that has gone viral for its sandwiches - which sell out within an hour or two. Many are drawn in by pictures they have seen on Instagram and start queuing around noon at the weekend. Despit»»»

Washington, United States: Elon Musk announced Saturday a plan to make chips for artificial intelligence, robotics and data centers in space, in the latest bold project by the world's richest person. The "Terafab", a manufacturing facility based near Austin, Texas, will aim to produce one terawatt »»»

Dubai: Gold prices in Dubai have fallen to around Dh541 per gram for 24K, placing current rates nearly Dh100 below levels seen just weeks ago. 22K gold currently costs Dh501.50 and 21K costs Dh480.75 per gram. Check latest UAE gold prices here, alongside prices in Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain»»»

Dubai: Dubai Police has launched a strategic initiative to combat financial fraud in collaboration with more than 40 government, semi-government and private sector entities, aiming to strengthen community awareness and enhance prevention measures across the emirate. The initiative, led by the Crime»»»

Veliko Tarnovo is a splendor, which brings together Bulgaria's past, the beauty of the present and the optimism for the future, National Assembly Chair Raya Nazaryan said on the occasion of the town's holiday on Sunday. Nazaryan pointed out that there is no Bulgarian who has not felt pride and admi»»»

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday became the longest-serving head of an elected government in India’s history, surpassing the record of Pawan Kumar Chamling, who served as Sikkim’s chief minister for over 24 years. With 8,931 days in office, combining his tenure as Gujarat Chief Min»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia's Sever battlegroup liberated the settlement of Potapovka in the Sumy region, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Sunday. "As a result of decisive actions, units of the Sever battlegroup have established control over the settlement of Potapovka in the Sumy region," the mi»»»

Abu Dhabi continues to enhance its preparedness to ensure the sustainable supply of electricity and water, within the framework of a comprehensive strategic vision based on efficiency, resilience, and rapid response to various conditions, including crises and emergencies. In this context, the Chair»»»

British cabinet minister Steve Reed said on Sunday that US President Trump spoke for himself when he threatened to "obliterate" Iran's power ‌plants if Tehran ‌did not ‌fully ⁠reopen the Strait ⁠of Hormuz within 48 hours. Asked what Britain's position on Trump's deadline was, Housing Secretary ⁠Ree»»»

Israel said rocket fire from Lebanon killed one person on Sunday as Hezbollah said it attacked soldiers in northern Israel, the first fatality there in fire from Lebanon since the latest war erupted. Israel's ZAKA 360 emergency response unit said a person was pronounced dead after a strike on their»»»

Japan could consider deploying its military for minesweeping in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital artery for global oil supplies, if a ceasefire is reached in the US-Israeli war on Iran, Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi said on Sunday. "If there were to be a complete ceasefire, hypothetically speakin»»»

Abu Dhabi: The UAE’s distance learning system remains a cornerstone for maintaining educational continuity and flexibility, allowing schools to implement academic plans effectively under any circumstances. Two-week continuation reflects readinessAuthorities have decided to continue distance learnin»»»

Doha, Qatar: While US President Donald Trump threatened to "obliterate" Iran's power plants if it fails to fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours, Iran warned of retaliatory attacks on regional infrastructure if US President follows through on his ultimatum. Saudi Arabia declared several»»»

Cuba plunged into darkness for the second time in less than a week on Saturday after its national power network failed again, strained by aging infrastructure and a US oil blockade. As night fell, Havana's streets were mostly pitch black, with people navigating using phone lights or flashlights, ju»»»

Reuters- Cargo ships in the Gulf, near the Strait of Hormuz, are seen from northern Ras al-Khaimah, near the border with Oman’s Musandam governance, on March 11, 2026. Stringer/Reuters Trump administration officials are making a desperate push to secure every available barrel of oil amid a worsenin»»»

International energy consultant Mamdouh Salameh warned that the ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz—even for a brief period—will trigger a massive surge in oil prices, predicting that Brent crude could exceed $120 per barrel within days. Speaking to Al Qahera News, Salameh explained that a six-»»»

Dubai: Airlines operating in and out of the UAE warned of continued disruption on Sunday, as unstable weather and regional airspace constraints forced delays, cancellations and rerouting across multiple networks. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Carriers including IndiG»»»

Dubai: The UAE is spearheading a global movement to secure clean water for billions of people, backing its ambitions with a $150m international initiative, world-leading desalination technology, and a starring role at the upcoming UN Water Conference 2026, in what is seen as a clear signal that the»»»

Riyadh, March 22 (SANA) The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) on Sunday condemned the continued Iranian attacks on its member states, warning they represent an escalation that threatens regional stability and global energy supplies. GCC Secretary-General Jassim Mohammed Al-Budaiwi said in a statement »»»

Eight overnight attacks targeted a US diplomatic and logistics center at Baghdad's International Airport, an Iraqi security official told AFP on Sunday. "Eight separate attacks, carried out until dawn with rockets and drones targeted the US center," a senior security official told AFP, adding that »»»

DOHA: The Ministry of Interior announced that search and rescue operations for those missing after the helicopter crash in Qatari territorial waters have resulted in the discovery of six of the seven people on board. The deceased has been confirmed. In a statement published on the X platform, the m»»»

Dubai: The losses at the top of Iran’s power structure have been staggering. The Supreme Leader is dead. His successor, Mojtaba Khamenei, has not been seen in public since the strike that killed his father — raising fresh questions over who is actually running the country. Ali Larijani, the regime’»»»

A damaged Russian gas tanker that was abandoned in the Mediterranean will be towed to a Libyan port, according to a state-owned oil company in the north African country. The Arctic Metagaz was ferrying about 700 tons of fuel and a consignment of liquified natural gas (LNG) from Russia to Egypt when»»»

Lebanon’s economy barely catches its breath before another crisis hits, tightening the squeeze and deepening its fragility. The current war has wiped out efforts to revive it, as the country still reels from the 2019 financial collapse, the coronavirus pandemic, the Beirut port blast, and the 2023-»»»

The Strait of Hormuz remains open to all shipping except vessels linked to "Iran's enemies", Iran's representative to the UN maritime agency said on Sunday, after US President Donald Trump threatened to target Iranian power plants if ‌the waterway ‌was not "fully open" within 48 ‌hours. The ⁠threat»»»

Doha, Qatar: Commodity price movements in Qatar during early 2026 have reflected a mix of global market trends and strong domestic economic fundamentals, according to analysts, who point to both external pressures and strategic national positioning. Qatar’s longstanding role as a leading LNG export»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Zakat Affairs Department at the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has announced the full distribution of Zakat Al-Fitr for the year 2026 to all eligible recipients within Qatar. This Ministry’s annual initiative aimed to ensure that this essential pillar of Islamic charity reac»»»

Doha, Qatar: At the beginning of 2026, QNB's baseline macroeconomic view for the United States remained broadly constructive. According to QNB Economic Commentry, latest powerful wave of artificial intelligence (AI) related capital expenditures, improving productivity dynamics, and the gradual norm»»»

A message in a bottle dropped from a boat off Canada has been found washed up in the north-east of Scotland, according to BBC. The short letter, written in French and dated in 2024, was found inside the bottle at St Cyrus in Aberdeenshire. Having travelled across the Atlantic, it was found by one o»»»

DUBAI (Sputnik) - Ships, excluding "enemy" vessels, may transit the Strait of Hormuz in coordination with Tehran, Ali Mousavi, Iran's permanent representative to the International Maritime Organization (IMO), said on Sunday. "Vessels can pass through the Strait of Hormuz in coordination with Tehran»»»

The US has claimed to have "crippled" the Iranian threat in the Hormuz Strait. This came after the US CentCom commander confirmed "multiple" 5,000-pound bunker busters were dropped hitting targets embedded in the rough terrain overlooking the narrow waterway. The Islamic Republican Guard Corps' (IR»»»

Israeli advances in the border town of Khiam and the coastal village of Naqoura triggered fierce clashes with Hezbollah, which said its fighters battled Israeli forces for four hours in central Khiam, as sustained Israeli shelling pounded the surrounding areas and one-way attack drones entered the »»»

In Iraq's northern Kurdistan region, women perform a traditional dance, their long dresses spinning, gold tassels and heavy necklaces catching the firelight, as smaller crowds than usual celebrate Nowruz, overshadowed by the Middle East conflict. Among them were Iranian Kurds Sirwa Mustafazada and »»»

Doha, Qatar: Despite the ongoing regional tensions that have disrupted international air travel and prompted widespread staycations, Qatar’s integrated public transport network continues to function with clockwork precision, ensuring residents and visitors enjoy seamless mobility during the Eid Al »»»

On March 22, 1945, representatives from Egypt, Syria, Lebanon, Transjordan, Saudi Arabia, Iraq and Yemen met in Cairo to establish the Arab League. 1 of 8 | A general view of a meeting held by Arab League foreign ministers in Cairo November 2, 2011. On March 22, 1945, representatives from Egypt, Sy»»»

Doha, Qatar: The “Joy of Eid” initiative launched by the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has drawn widespread praise from families and community members across Doha and beyond, with many describing it as a meaningful gesture that added warmth and inclusivity to this year’s Eid Al-Fitr celebra»»»

Luke Broadwater, Helene Cooper, Eric Schmitt* Washington: As the United States presses ahead with its military campaign against Iran, the Strait of Hormuz has emerged as the war’s most pivotal battlefield. In response to US and Israeli airstrikes, Iran has largely blockaded the strait, snarling oil»»»

Doha, Qatar: Citizens and residents flocked to museums across the country on the second day of Eid Al-Fitr, welcoming the reopening of cultural institutions under Qatar Museums after a brief closure. Following the closure of museums, doors swung open yesterday, welcoming visitors back to world-clas»»»

Doha, Qatar: Sidra Medicine, a member of Qatar Foundation, continues to play a vital role in Qatar’s national healthcare system, maintaining uninterrupted services for women and children during the current situation. As the country’s main tertiary pediatric hospital, the institution has reaffirmed »»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar has recorded significant progress in strengthening its food security and achieving higher levels of self-sufficiency, driven by sustained investments in local agricultural production and strategic partnerships across sectors. According to recent achievements highlighted by Minist»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s e-commerce sector is gaining momentum as consumers increasingly turn to digital platforms for convenience and competitive pricing, even as traditional mall shopping continues to draw strong crowds across the country. Speaking to The Peninsula, experts say online shopping has ex»»»

Two individuals have been recovered by the Search and Rescue Sector in the Wilayat of Barka, South Al Batinah Governorate. Search operations continue for another missing person, bringing the total fatalities from the ongoing heavy rainfall to four, Oman News Agency reports. On Saturday night, rescu»»»

A wave of coordinated attacks struck Baghdad in a sharp escalation of Iraq’s security tensions, pointing to a shift in armed factions’ tactics and signaling that an undeclared truce may have effectively collapsed, with the US’s “Victory Base” being among the targets. The attacks began with a strike»»»

TOKYO (Sputnik) - Japan may participate in mine-clearing operations in the Strait of Hormuz once hostilities end, Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi said on Sunday. "Japan's mine-clearance technology is one of the best in the world, so – while this remains purely hypothetical – if a ceasef»»»

Korneliya Ninova, leader of the Defiant Bulgaria National Movement party, during a visit to Kyustendil on Saturday, said, “We stand firmly, consistently, and unwaveringly against the existing model of governance represented by GERB and MRF.” “I have fought this model for ten years and I will not gi»»»

China's number two leader Li Qiang said Sunday that his country was willing to help expand the global "trade pie" by further opening up, state media reported, while he slammed unilateralism from certain countries. Many of China's key trading partners have increasingly called on Beijing to reduce it»»»

Dubai: A Dubai civil court has ordered a company to pay Dh1.165 million to a law firm in unpaid legal fees, along with 5 per cent annual interest from the date of filing the case until full settlement, and to bear court fees and expenses. The ruling followed a dispute between the two parties after »»»