Desert drive, four continents: Stranded doctor’s $10,000, 60-hour escape from Qatar
Dubai: Stranded in Doha after Middle East airspace shut down during the escalating Iran conflict, a US doctor undertook a desperate 60-hour escape across four continents — a journey involving a desert drive to Saudi Arabia, improvised flights and nearly $10,000 in costs before he finally reached ho»»»
‘Brain-dead’ India woman starts breathing after ambulance hits pothole
An ambulance ride turned into an extraordinary moment of survival for a 50-year-old woman from Uttar Pradesh, whose family had already begun preparing for her funeral after doctors declared there was virtually no hope of recovery. Vineeta Shukla, a resident of Pilibhit, had been discharged from a h»»»
Shipping costs from Iran war likely to raise consumer prices: Maersk CEO
Dubai: Rising shipping costs triggered by the conflict involving Iran are likely to filter through global supply chains and eventually reach consumers, according to the head of one of the world’s largest shipping companies. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Vincent Clerc»»»
UAE travellers continue searching for India, Europe despite regional tensions
Dubai: Travel searches from the UAE remain largely focused on major international hubs, particularly India, Europe and the Middle East, even as the region navigates geopolitical uncertainty following the recent escalation involving the United States, Israel and Iran. Data shared by travel search pl»»»
Eid Al-Fitr holiday announced in Oman
The Ministry of Labour in Oman has announced the Eid holiday for employees in the units of the State’s Administrative Apparatus and other legal entities, as well as workers in private sector establishments. According to the Oman News Agency, the holiday will commence on Thursday, 29th day of Ramada»»»
Internet outages in Russia to last as long as 'necessary' to ensure 'safety': Kremlin
Moscow: Mobile internet outages in Russia will last as long as "necessary" to ensure citizens' safety, the Kremlin said Wednesday, after network disruptions were recorded in Moscow and other Russian cities. "As long as additional measures are necessary to ensure the safety of our citizens," Kremlin»»»
Kremlin Says It Is in Constant Touch with Iranian Leaders
Russia is constantly in touch with the Iranian leadership and willing to contribute to efforts to stabilize the region, the Kremlin said on Wednesday. "Here I can only say that we are in constant contact with the Iranian side and with the Iranian leadership," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov t»»»
Strike Hits Beirut Apartment Block as Israel Presses Attacks
An Israeli strike hit an apartment block in central Beirut on Wednesday, Lebanese authorities said, further widening Israeli attacks in the capital beyond the Hezbollah-controlled southern suburbs where heavy bombardment continued. Israel launched an offensive against Iran-backed Hezbollah after it»»»
Ministry of Labour calls on employers to ensure safe working environment
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Labour has called on private sectors’ employers to identify safe areas and guide workers accordingly to ensure safe working environment. In a social media post, the ministry stated the importance of maintaining a secured and safe working environment for all employees wh»»»
Prosecution on Petrohan Case: Gathered Evidence Does Not Change Conclusion of No Outsiders at Crime Scene
The evidence gathered does not change the conclusion that there was no external presence, no outsiders at either of the crime scenes, said Sofia Deputy Appellate Prosecutor Nataliya Nikolova on Wednesday at a news conference on the progress of the investigation into the Petrohan and Okolchitsa deat»»»
Volkswagen Accelerates Restructuring as China Competition Intensifies
WOLFSBURG — Volkswagen Group has announced a major restructuring programme as the company confronts declining profitability and rising competition from Chinese electric-vehicle makers. Europe’s largest carmaker said it plans to cut around 50,000 jobs in Germany by 2030, expanding earlier cost-reduc»»»
Egyptian Stocks Rebound as Benchmark EGX30 Rises 2.3% at Week’s Close
Cairo — Egypt’s stock market closed higher on Thursday, with the benchmark EGX30 index rebounding strongly after earlier volatility during the week. The EGX30 climbed 2.29% to close at 47,516.44 points, while broader market indices also recorded gains, reflecting improved investor sentiment in the »»»
MoHRE's AI-powered ‘Tawasul’ system handles 60 million customer interactions in 2025
Dubai: With the growing role of digital governance in today's modern world, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has recorded more than 60 million customer interactions in 2025 through its Tawasul system. The milestone features the ministry’s continued efforts to enhance commun»»»
Russian Forces Take Control of Chervonaya Zarya Settlement in Sumy Region
Russia's Sever battlegroup took control of the settlement of Chervonaya Zarya in the Sumy Region, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Wednesday. "As a result of active operations, units of the Sever group of forces have established control over the settlement of Chervonaya Zarya in the Sumy region»»»
Weakening of middle class threatens economic balance, warns ASECTU
Tunis, March 11 (TAP) - Long considered a pillar of stability and social progress, Tunisia's middle class now finds itself weakened by the accumulation of economic, social and environmental shocks, hence the imperative to adopt an integrated and...»»»
"Tunisia enjoys significant potential to speed up change" (Marco Carniello)
Tunis, March 11 (TAP/interview by Meriem Khadhraoui) - Stakeholders in the energy sector in the Mediterranean region gathered at the "KEY - The Energy Transition Expo," Europe's leading event on renewable energy and energy transition, organised...»»»
Bulgaria Will Not Open Polling Stations in Middle East for the April 19 Snap-Elections
Acting Foreign Minister Nadezhda Neynsky announced that for the upcoming parliamentary elections on April 19, Bulgaria will not open polling stations in countries affected by the conflict in the Middle East. According to Neynsky, the decision was made out of concern for the safety of voters in the »»»
Electronic Governance Minister Tells Parliament that Preparations for Elections Follow Established Procedure
Preparations for the April 19 early parliamentary elections are following a well-established procedure, Electronic Governance Minister George Sharkov said during a parliamentary hearing on Wednesday. At the heart of the process is a timeline related to machine voting, the certification of the techn»»»
Prosecutors Chamber Must Rule on Merits Regarding Acting Prosecutor General, Justice Minister Says
"In my opinion, there should be a ruling on the merits so as to end this grave crisis of the rule of law," Bulgarian caretaker Deputy Prime Minister and Justice Minister Andrey Yankulov told the media before Wednesday's meeting of the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) Prosecutors Chamber. The agenda o»»»
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque hosts thousands for iftar
Abu Dhabi: Thousands of worshippers and visitors gather each evening at the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi to break their fast during the holy month of Ramadan, reflecting the UAE’s enduring traditions of generosity and hospitality. Under the mosque’s annual “Our Fasting Guests” initiative,»»»
Ukraine’s Strike on Bryansk Would Have Been Impossible Without British Specialists – Kremlin
Six people were killed and 42 more wounded in Ukraine’s missile strike on the Russian city of Bryansk on March 10. "It is obvious that the launch of these missiles was impossible without British specialists. We are aware of this, we know this well, and we, of course, take it into account," Kremlin »»»
Estonia’s Sunly proposes €1.7bn Baltic data centre project
Estonian renewable energy company Sunly has submitted plans to build what could become the largest data centre in the Baltic states – a €1.7bn project in Risti, western Estonia, aimed at supporting the rapid growth of artificial intelligence infrastructure, regional outlet Laane Elu »»»
Hungarian parliament approves resolution rejecting EU membership, military support for Ukraine
The Hungarian parliament passed a resolution on March 10 rejecting Ukraine’s EU membership, military support for Ukraine, the transformation of the EU into a military alliance, and measures that "undermine the sovereignty of member states," state news agency MTI reports. »»»
US Consumer Prices Likely Increased in February Ahead of Iran Conflict
US consumer prices likely picked up in February as the cost of gasoline increased in anticipation of an escalating war in the Middle East, and with the conflict driving up oil prices, a further rise in inflation is expected in March. The anticipated increase in the Consumer Price Index last month w»»»
UK Bans Pro-Palestinian March Over Alleged Iran Support
The UK government has banned an annual pro-Palestinian march planned for Sunday which London police claim is organized by a group "supportive of the Iranian regime". Interior minister Shabana Mahmood said late Tuesday she had approved the rare police request to prevent "serious public disorder" if »»»
CC-DB’s Bozhanov: There Is Targeted Effort to Remove Voting Machines
“We can see that concerted efforts to sabotage trust in the elections have begun, to make people doubt that their vote will be counted,” said Bozhidar Bozhanov of Continue the Change–Democratic Bulgaria (CC-DB) in response to a declaration by There Is Such a People (TISP) on Wednesday. On behalf of»»»
Media Review: March 11
JUSTICE Capital: A major controversy has erupted in Bulgaria after the prosecution office revealed details of an investigation into European Prosecutor Teodora Georgieva, following her announcement that she was willing to testify about alleged ties between judicial lobbyist Petyo [Pepi the Euro] Pe»»»
UAE National Orchestra releases musical tribute honouring nation’s defenders
Abu Dhabi: The UAE National Orchestra has released a special musical tribute, titled Men, by God, Truly Men, featuring the poem “Rijal Wallah Rijal” written by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, honouring those who dedicate themselves to protecting the nation. The performanc»»»
Christian Tour: Ready to go regional
Romanian tour operator Christian Tour is reshaping the country’s travel industry by embracing technology and launching innovative services. From pioneering online travel platforms to introducing Romania’s first travel subscription, the company is responding to evolving traveller needs. Forward-thin»»»
Asia confronts energy price shock
Asian governments are working out how to tackle a sharp rise in energy prices and growing concerns about energy security across the continent, in the process prompting a range of policy responses. According to a note from »»»
Asia confronts energy price shock
Asian governments are working out how to tackle a sharp rise in energy prices and growing concerns about energy security across the continent, in the process prompting a range of policy responses. According to a note from »»»
Asia confronts energy price shock
Asian governments are working out how to tackle a sharp rise in energy prices and growing concerns about energy security across the continent, in the process prompting a range of policy responses. According to a note from »»»
Iran war inflation shock is on its way
An inflation shock similar to that caused the ten-fold rise in energy prices in 2022 is on the way. As the war in Iran enters day eleven it's still too early to be measurable, but central banks around the world are already issuing warnings that planned cuts may be postponed and bond markets ar»»»
Asia confronts energy price shock
Asian governments are working out how to tackle a sharp rise in energy prices and growing concerns about energy security across the continent, in the process prompting a range of policy responses. According to a note from »»»
Iran war inflation shock is on its way
An inflation shock similar to that caused the ten-fold rise in energy prices in 2022 is on the way. As the war in Iran enters day eleven it's still too early to be measurable, but central banks around the world are already issuing warnings that planned cuts may be postponed and bond markets ar»»»
Asia confronts energy price shock
Asian governments are working out how to tackle a sharp rise in energy prices and growing concerns about energy security across the continent, in the process prompting a range of policy responses. According to a note from »»»
Asia confronts energy price shock
Asian governments are working out how to tackle a sharp rise in energy prices and growing concerns about energy security across the continent, in the process prompting a range of policy responses. According to a note from »»»
Iran war inflation shock is on its way
An inflation shock similar to that caused the ten-fold rise in energy prices in 2022 is on the way. As the war in Iran enters day eleven it's still too early to be measurable, but central banks around the world are already issuing warnings that planned cuts may be postponed and bond markets ar»»»
Asia confronts energy price shock
Asian governments are working out how to tackle a sharp rise in energy prices and growing concerns about energy security across the continent, in the process prompting a range of policy responses. According to a note from »»»
Asia confronts energy price shock
Asian governments are working out how to tackle a sharp rise in energy prices and growing concerns about energy security across the continent, in the process prompting a range of policy responses. According to a note from »»»
Asia confronts energy price shock
Asian governments are working out how to tackle a sharp rise in energy prices and growing concerns about energy security across the continent, in the process prompting a range of policy responses. According to a note from »»»
Asia confronts energy price shock
Asian governments are working out how to tackle a sharp rise in energy prices and growing concerns about energy security across the continent, in the process prompting a range of policy responses. According to a note from »»»
Iran war inflation shock is on its way
An inflation shock similar to that caused the ten-fold rise in energy prices in 2022 is on the way. As the war in Iran enters day eleven it's still too early to be measurable, but central banks around the world are already issuing warnings that planned cuts may be postponed and bond markets ar»»»
Iran war inflation shock is on its way
An inflation shock similar to that caused the ten-fold rise in energy prices in 2022 is on the way. As the war in Iran enters day eleven it's still too early to be measurable, but central banks around the world are already issuing warnings that planned cuts may be postponed and bond markets ar»»»
Asia confronts energy price shock
Asian governments are working out how to tackle a sharp rise in energy prices and growing concerns about energy security across the continent, in the process prompting a range of policy responses. According to a note from »»»
Iran war inflation shock is on its way
An inflation shock similar to that caused the ten-fold rise in energy prices in 2022 is on the way. As the war in Iran enters day eleven it's still too early to be measurable, but central banks around the world are already issuing warnings that planned cuts may be postponed and bond markets ar»»»
Asia confronts energy price shock
Asian governments are working out how to tackle a sharp rise in energy prices and growing concerns about energy security across the continent, in the process prompting a range of policy responses. According to a note from »»»
Asia confronts energy price shock
Asian governments are working out how to tackle a sharp rise in energy prices and growing concerns about energy security across the continent, in the process prompting a range of policy responses. According to a note from »»»
Iran war inflation shock is on its way
An inflation shock similar to that caused the ten-fold rise in energy prices in 2022 is on the way. As the war in Iran enters day eleven it's still too early to be measurable, but central banks around the world are already issuing warnings that planned cuts may be postponed and bond markets ar»»»
IEA proposes the largest ever release of oil reserves
The International Energy Agency has proposed the largest release of oil reserves in its history to restrain soaring crude prices amid the US-Israel war with Iran, the Wall Street Journal reported on March 10. The release »»»