Famous football coach Mircea Lucescu died on Tuesday, at the age of 80.The announcement was made by the Bucharest University Emergency Hospital, where the former coach had been hospitalized for more than a week.The Bucharest University Emergency Hospital informs that the death was declared around 8»»»

Academician Marius Andruh was elected on Tuesday as the new president of the Romanian Academy.He garnered, in the second round of voting, 84 votes in favour out of the 157 votes cast. The vice-presidents of the Romanian Academy, Marius Andruh and Mircea Dumitru, ran on Tuesday for the position of p»»»

The National Audiovisual Council (CNA) decided on Tuesday to withdraw the license for the television station Realitatea Plus for non-payment of fines applied between January 2024 and September 2025. According to the report presented, Realitatea Plus had not paid 28 fines from 2024, totaling 605,000»»»

Only two in ten Romanians say they do more shopping at Easter than usual, while 68% set a budget for seasonal purchases, and about 75% feel anxiety due to financial worries, according to the findings of a survey conducted by the CFA Romania Association with support from UniCredit Bank.With Easter a»»»

- The total monthly average income was, in nominal terms, 9454 lei per household, accounting for 3804 lei per person in QIV 2025, an increase of 0.4% both per household and per person, compared to QIII 2025. Compared to QIV of the previous year, the total monthly average income per household increa»»»

Romania's annual inflation rate is expected to rise between March and June 2026 to levels higher than previously forecast, mainly due to anticipated effects from rising fuel prices amid a sharp increase in oil and natural gas quotations in the context of the Middle East war, according to a press re»»»

The Board of the National Bank of Romania (BNR) decided at its meeting on Tuesday to keep the monetary policy rate unchanged at 6.50% per annum, the central bank said in a press release sent on Tuesday.According to the source, Board members also decided to maintain the lending facility (Lombard) ra»»»

Romania can consolidate and expand the presence of its agri-food products on the Egyptian market, Romania's Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Florin Barbu wrote on Tuesday in a social media post."Romania can strengthen and expand the presence of its agri-food products on the Egyptian ma»»»

On Tuesday, the Minister of Justice, Radu Marinescu, sent President Nicusor Dan the proposals for the heads of the major prosecutor's offices.According to a press release from the Ministry of Public Affairs sent on Tuesday, Radu Marinescu submitted to the President of Romania the proposals for appo»»»

President Nicusor Dan said on Tuesday that Romania must make public all information related to the purchase of Pfizer vaccines against SARS-CoV-2, carried out four to five years ago and he underlined that transparency is essential to combat disinformation and to clarify political responsibilities.T»»»

The population in the north of Tulcea County received, on Wednesday morning, a new RO-ALERT message against the backdrop of the war in Ukraine.In the message, the authorities warn the population about the possibility of objects falling from the airspace and present self-protection measures.It is th»»»

Monte Carlo: Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz continued their duel for the world number one ranking before the French Open as they opened their clay court seasons by crushing their opponents into the red Monte Carlo dirt yesterday. With Usain Bolt in the crowd, the world’s top two sprinted to secon»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Men’s Basketball Cup for the 2025-2026 sports season will kick off today with thrilling quarterfinal clashes. The knockout format ensures a highly competitive atmosphere from the very start until the final match. The tournament is organised under the supervision of the Qatar »»»

Paris: Paris Saint-Germain star Vitinha insisted his side remain very wary of the threat posed by Champions League quarter-final opponents Liverpool despite the Anfield club coming into the heavyweight tie in poor form. “Liverpool are Liverpool, even if they are not in ideal form. They are still a »»»

In a last-minute deal, US President Donald Trump pulled the world back from the brink of a massive escalation in the Gulf War and announced he had agreed to a two week suspension of military operations against Iran after he agreed to a 10-point plan proposed by Iran that contains most of their maxi»»»

In a last-minute deal, US President Donald Trump pulled the world back from the brink of a massive escalation in the Gulf War and announced he had agreed to a two week suspension of military operations against Iran after he agreed to a 10-point plan proposed by Iran that contains most of their maxi»»»

In a last-minute deal, US President Donald Trump pulled the world back from the brink of a massive escalation in the Gulf War and announced he had agreed to a two week suspension of military operations against Iran after he agreed to a 10-point plan proposed by Iran that contains most of their maxi»»»

In a last-minute deal, US President Donald Trump pulled the world back from the brink of a massive escalation in the Gulf War and announced he had agreed to a two week suspension of military operations against Iran after he agreed to a 10-point plan proposed by Iran that contains most of their maxi»»»

In a last-minute deal, US President Donald Trump pulled the world back from the brink of a massive escalation in the Gulf War and announced he had agreed to a two week suspension of military operations against Iran after he agreed to a 10-point plan proposed by Iran that contains most of their maxi»»»

In a last-minute deal, US President Donald Trump pulled the world back from the brink of a massive escalation in the Gulf War and announced he had agreed to a two week suspension of military operations against Iran after he agreed to a 10-point plan proposed by Iran that contains most of their maxi»»»

In a last-minute deal, US President Donald Trump pulled the world back from the brink of a massive escalation in the Gulf War and announced he had agreed to a two week suspension of military operations against Iran after he agreed to a 10-point plan proposed by Iran that contains most of their maxi»»»

In a last-minute deal, US President Donald Trump pulled the world back from the brink of a massive escalation in the Gulf War and announced he had agreed to a two week suspension of military operations against Iran after he agreed to a 10-point plan proposed by Iran that contains most of their maxi»»»

In a last-minute deal, US President Donald Trump pulled the world back from the brink of a massive escalation in the Gulf War and announced he had agreed to a two week suspension of military operations against Iran after he agreed to a 10-point plan proposed by Iran that contains most of their maxi»»»

In a last-minute deal, US President Donald Trump pulled the world back from the brink of a massive escalation in the Gulf War and announced he had agreed to a two week suspension of military operations against Iran after he agreed to a 10-point plan proposed by Iran that contains most of their maxi»»»

In a last-minute deal, US President Donald Trump pulled the world back from the brink of a massive escalation in the Gulf War and announced he had agreed to a two week suspension of military operations against Iran after he agreed to a 10-point plan proposed by Iran that contains most of their maxi»»»

In a last-minute deal, US President Donald Trump pulled the world back from the brink of a massive escalation in the Gulf War and announced he had agreed to a two week suspension of military operations against Iran after he agreed to a 10-point plan proposed by Iran that contains most of their maxi»»»

Dubai: Philippine inflation has picked up sharply in March, rising to 4.1 percent year-on-year from 2.4 percent in February, exceeding the central bank’s forecast range of 3.1 to 3.9 percent for the month. The increase has been driven by growing price pressures brought by higher energy and food cos»»»

The euro zone's private sector expansion weakened sharply in March as the Middle East war drove up energy costs and disrupted supply chains, with overall demand - a key gauge for economic health - falling for the first time in ‌eight months, a survey showed on Tuesday. The S&P Global euro zone Comp»»»

Moroccan security forces have dismantled a six-member terrorist cell, according to a statement released by the Central Bureau of Judicial Investigations (BCIJ). The suspects were apprehended during coordinated raids in Casablanca, Kenitra, Sidi Taïbi, and the Dar El Gueddari region of Sidi Kacem Pr»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Stars League title race heads into a tense penultimate round today, with Al Sadd coach Roberto Mancini warning his side against any slip-ups as Al Shamal pile on the pressure. Al Sadd and Al Shamal lead the charge for the Falcon Shield, but the stakes extend beyond the title »»»

Doha, Qatar: The Protection and Social Rehabilitation Centre (Aman), a centre under the Qatar Social Work Foundation, has signed a cooperation agreement with Afif Charity Foundation to strengthen collaboration and advance shared goals in serving vulnerable groups. The agreement was signed by Acting»»»

Washington: Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Kristalina Georgieva said that the war in the Middle East will lead to higher inflation and slower global growth. In remarks yesterday, Georgieva indicated that the war has reduced global oil supplies by 13 percent, impacting oi»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Food Security and Environment Committee of Qatar Chamber (QC) held a meeting yesterday chaired by Mohammed bin Ahmed Al-Obaidli, QC Board Member and Chairman of the Committee. The meeting was attended by representatives from the Ministry of Transport, the Ministry of Commerce and I»»»

Whether you are about to start university or still in high school and weighing your study options, getting accurate guidance on courses, careers and emerging fields is becoming essential as education paths grow more complex and linked to industry demands. As students seek clearer insights into thei»»»

Bulgaria’s new government borrowing for 2026 has surpassed the 1 billion euro mark following the latest successful auction of state securities, according to data cited from the Bulgarian National Bank. The most recent operation involved the sale of 150 million euros in government bonds, marking the»»»

Israel's main opposition leader Yair Lapid sharply criticized the ceasefire with Iran on Wednesday, accusing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of failing to achieve the war's objectives. "There has never been a political disaster like this in our entire history. Israel was not even close to the tab»»»

The UN said that preliminary findings from its probe into the deaths of three Indonesian peacekeepers in Lebanon last month show one was killed by an Israeli tank projectile and two by an improvised explosive device most likely placed by Hezbollah. "These are preliminary findings, based on initial »»»

Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev, handed over the keys to 63 units of specialized equipment to the Ministry of Agriculture. Deputy Cabinet Chairman and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Erlist Akunbekov presented information abou»»»

Doha, Qatar: The powerful connection between oral health and systemic health was discussed at the latest edition of Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar’s Grand Rounds Live Webinar Series. A consultant in periodontology at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust (GSFT) and an honorary senior clinical lec»»»

Doha, Qatar: Al Meera Consumer Goods Company, one of Qatar’s leading retail companies, with the widest store network in the country, has unveiled its new brand identity, marking a significant step in its continued evolution. The move reflects almeera’s forward-looking vision and its focus on enhanc»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has reinforced spiritual awareness among fasting individuals through a wide range of Ramadan outreach programmes, including the organisation of more than 100 lectures, distribution of 2,000 Ramadan kits, and dedicated activities for mosque retr»»»

Doha, Qatar: Virginia Commonwealth School of the Arts Qatar is pioneering research at the intersection of art, design and science, collaborating with Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar to explore how built environments affect autistic learners using neuroimaging and virtual reality technologies. The stud»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Training and Development Center at the Ministry of Education and Higher Education has concluded the third edition of the “Irtiqa” Forum, held under the theme “Because they are our trust… we are their safety,” with a series of specialised awareness and training sessions targeting st»»»

Dubai: Travellers flying to and from the Philippines can expect stricter airport procedures as authorities roll out monitoring measures not just for passengers but also for airport personnel. The move has come after the country’s transportation secretary Giovanni Lopez ordered closer supervision of»»»

Washington: US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that the United States will help with traffic buildup in the Strait of Hormuz, hours after Washington and Tehran agreed to a truce. The countries agreed to a two-week ceasefire barely an hour before Trump's Wednesday deadline to obliterate Ira»»»

France's ex-president Nicolas Sarkozy on Tuesday told an appeal trial there was "not a single cent of Libyan money" in the campaign that saw him elected in 2007. The 71-year-old, who has always denied any wrongdoing, last year became modern France's first former president to have gone to jail over »»»

In 2025, representatives of small and medium-sized businesses in Issyk-Kul region received 950 warnings for using plastic bags. The press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of Kyrgyzstan reported. Violators of environmental regulations faced lawsuits to»»»

Throughout the war in Gaza, France maintained that its exports of military equipment to Israel were solely for defensive purposes or intended for re-export to other countries. A new report by two pro-Palestinian groups argues that French firms&»»»

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed that the two-week US-Iran ceasefire struck late on Tuesday does not include Lebanon. The last-minute diplomacy effort led by Pakistan halts planned US strikes, with talks set to begin in Islamabad on Friday. Follow our liveblog for the latest develo»»»

Reporting from Tehran FRANCE 24’s Reza Sayah says Iranian state media is portraying the ceasefire agreement as a “victory against the United States and Israel”. Despite the heavy losses inflicted by massive strikes, the assassination of top leaders, civilian deaths, destruction of infrastructure, “»»»