Dubai: Emirati entrepreneurs are moving away from importing technology to building it locally. Founders like Rashid Al Salmi are pushing that transition through Sulmi, a UAE-based mobility and clean energy company focused on autonomous driving and electric vehicle technologies. Sign up for our dail»»»

UAE carriers have resumed limited flight operations across Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, and Ras Al Khaimah following partial reopening of regional airspace. Passengers are urged to check flight status online and only travel to airports if their booking is confirmed, as schedules remain subject to cha»»»

A projectile Tuesday evening struck near the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant, seen here in August 2010. File Photo by Maryam Rahmanianon/UPI | License Photo March 17 (UPI) -- An unidentified projectile struck the premises of Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant on Tuesday evening, the U.N.'s nuclear watc»»»

The average net wage in Romania (chart) rose by 3.6% y/y in nominal terms to RON5,518 (€1,084) in January, but fell sharply by 5.5% y/y in real terms, marking the steepest decline in many years, according to data from the statistics office INS. »»»

Tensions within Romania’s ruling coalition have escalated, with both major parties signalling they could withdraw from government following disagreements over the 2026 budget. Social Democratic Party (PSD) leader Sorin Gri»»»

Bulgaria’s former president Rumen Radev and his newly formed coalition are leading opinion polls ahead of the country’s April 19 snap parliamentary election, according to a survey published on March 16. The poll by Sova Ha»»»

Democratic governance is under unprecedented strain worldwide, with Eastern Europe now a hotspot for backsliding even as the US and other established democracies face rapid erosion of rights, according to the latest V-Dem Institute Democracy Report. »»»

Europe bought every single shipment of LNG produced by Russia’s Yamal LNG plant in February -- first time since April 2018 that the EU accounted for 100% of exports from the Arctic facility. A total of 21 cargoes from Yama»»»

With Russian oil trading at over $100 and discount to Brent at zero or less, Russia's Ministry of Finance is anticipating a significant windfall this year that will reduce. However despite the good news, MinFin is still intending to cut at least 10% off spending in 2026. »»»

Ukrainians are getting tired of the war. In a change of heart, a majority would now support a peace agreement involving territorial concessions if presented alongside clear incentives such as European Union membership and security guarantees, according to new Kyiv International Institute of Sociolo»»»

The trump administration and Donald Trump personally have completely lost the ability to mediate negotiations between Ukraine and Russia, says The Bell in a commentary. The escalation of conflict with Iran has distracted t»»»

The US told Turkey through official channels that the war on Iran would only take four days, Asli Aydintasbas, a Washington DC-based Turkey expert, said during an interview on March 15. In an echo of the wid»»»

Thousands of Chinese companies have supplied goods to Russian firms linked to the country’s defence sector, highlighting Beijing’s central role in sustaining Moscow’s war effort despite its claims of neutrality, reported Newsweek. »»»

Europe bought every single shipment of LNG produced by Russia’s Yamal LNG plant in February -- first time since April 2018 that the EU accounted for 100% of exports from the Arctic facility. A total of 21 cargoes from Yama»»»

An important revenue stream in Central Asia for Russia appears in danger of slowing to a trickle. The international power sector has long been lucrative for Russia, via projects developed by Rosatom, the state-controlled a»»»

The Philippines is currently navigating a perilous and largely overlooked period of economic vulnerability: its national fuel supply could run out in around three to four weeks if international imports don't arrive soon. According to reports from The Manila Times, what was once a distant geopolitic»»»

Libya’s National Oil Corporation said flows from the Sharara oilfield were rerouted through alternative pipelines after a fire caused by a leak on a crude export line, while production continues and no casualties were reported, according to Reuters. The company said the move would “significantly re»»»

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - The average price of gasoline in the United States has risen to its highest level in nearly 2.5 years, reaching $3.8 per gallon, according to the Energy Information Administration. According to the American Automobile Association, the average gasoline price in the United Stat»»»

Tokyo — The price of oil jumped more than five per cent Tuesday as several countries pushed back against Donald Trump's demand that they help secure the key Strait of Hormuz, while Iran targeted crude-producing neighbours.At around 0615 GMT, US benchmark West Texas West Texas Intermediate was up 5»»»

FRANKFURT, Germany — Increased German government debt spending designed to boost infrastructure investment is being misused, economists charged Tuesday, warning that Berlin risked wasting a chance to revive its moribund economy.Chancellor Friedrich Merz last year vowed to borrow and spend hundreds »»»

AMMAN — The Arab Potash Company (APC) has implemented a series of logistical measures to keep its export operations on track despite ongoing disruptions to maritime navigation in the Red Sea and mounting geopolitical tensions affecting global shipping, CEO said.In remarks to The Jordan Times, CEO o»»»

LONDON — Oil prices rose again Tuesday as Iran launched fresh attacks on crude-producing neighbours, while stock markets were higher ahead of key central bank meetings.Prices rebounded from the previous day's decline, which came after the head of the International Energy Agency said stockpiles coul»»»

Chile’s new far-right president, José Antonio Kast, began preparations on Monday to build a fortified barrier along the country’s northern frontier as part of a sweeping crackdown on illegal immigration. The move, announced less than a week after he took office, reflects a tougher approach to borde»»»

Dubai: A Dubai court has ordered a woman to pay Dh421,848.38 to her former husband, along with 5 per cent annual legal interest, in a dispute over a jointly owned property purchased during their marriage. The case centres on a residential unit located in Dubai which the couple bought in January 201»»»

A projectile Tuesday evening struck near the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant, seen here in August 2010. File Photo by Maryam Rahmanianon/UPI | License Photo March 17 (UPI) -- An unidentified projectile struck the premises of Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant on Tuesday evening, the U.N.'s nuclear watc»»»

1/11People wait in long queues to refill LPG cylinders outside a gas agency in Prayagraj. India has started sourcing LPG from multiple global channels, including the United States, to diversify supplies amid the ongoing Middle East conflict, the government said on Tuesday, adding that there is no '»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Defense of State of Qatar announced that armed forces intercepted missile attack which targeted the country. Loud sounds of interception were heard in several parts of Doha. A Public Safety Alert confirming that the threat had been eliminated, restoring normalcy was sen»»»

The US Central Command has confirmed a precision strike that has dramatically shifted the battle for the Strait of Hormuz. American forces have employed multiple 5,000-pound deep-penetrator munitions against hardened Iranian coastal missile sites near the strait. The targeted anti-ship missiles had»»»

Authorities on Tuesday fatally shot a gunman accused of wounding one person at a Veterans Affairs clinic in Jasper, Ga. File Photo by Annabelle Gordon/UPI | License Photo March 17 (UPI) -- Police fatally shot a gunman Tuesday at a Veterans Affairs clinic in rural Georgia where the suspect opened fi»»»

The UAE confirmed casualties from Iranian attacks, naming victims as air defences intercepted missiles and drones. Authorities extended distance learning nationwide while maintaining normal aviation and tourism flows despite tensions. Officials signalled possible involvement in securing the Strait »»»

UAE residents have received a new mobile alert from the Ministry of Interior confirming that the situation in the country is currently safe following earlier warnings about potential missile threats. In the message sent to phones across the country, authorities thanked residents for their cooperati»»»

The UAE has revealed the names of civilians who lost their lives during recent Iranian missile and drone attacks targeting the country, as authorities confirmed continued defensive operations against incoming threats. According to the Ministry of Defence, UAE air defence systems on March 17 interce»»»

After a month of restraint, routine and reflection, Eid arrives with abundance. Tables fill up quickly, rich biryanis, syrup-soaked desserts, endless cups of tea, and so do plates. It’s a celebration, after all. But somewhere between the second helping and the post-meal slump, many find themselves »»»

Share: PHOTO- Akram Abu Fakhr fills out a municipal form for displaced people from southern Lebanon in Aley, March 16, 2026. © Assiya Hamza, FRANCE 24 In the predominantly Druze city of Aley, located on Mount Lebanon, authorities scrupulously check the identity documents of the many displaced who s»»»

ABU DHABI: Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior of the UAE, received a telephone call from HRH Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Nayef bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Minister of Interior of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. During the call, they reviewed th»»»

Saudi Arabia intercepted a ballistic missile near Prince Sultan Air Base, which houses US military personnel, the defence ministry said on Wednesday as Iran continues strikes on Gulf nations. "A ballistic missile launched toward Alkharj Governorate was intercepted and destroyed, with interception d»»»

ABU DHABI: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of condolences to Mikheil Kavelashvili, President of Georgia, over the passing of Catholicos-Patriarch of All Georgia Ilia II. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister a»»»

Lebanese media said Israeli strikes hit central Beirut and the city's southern suburbs early Wednesday, in raids that came without warning. Local media reported one strike hit an apartment in the central Zokak al-Blat neighborhood, where the Israeli military last week hit a Beirut branch of the Hez»»»

Lebanese media said Israeli strikes hit central Beirut and the city's southern suburbs early Wednesday, in raids that came without warning. Local media reported one strike hit an apartment in the central Zuqaq al-Blat neighbourhood, where the Israeli military last week hit a Beirut branch of the He»»»

Dubai: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Health has closed a bariatric surgery unit at a private healthcare facility in Jeddah and imposed a fine of SR100,000 for performing obesity and bariatric surgeries without the required legal permits. The violation was identified during field inspection campaigns c»»»

Unlike short-duration batteries like lithium-ion, which handle quick bursts, long-duration energy storage (LDES) includes pumped hydro, compressed air, flow batteries, thermal storage, and gravity-based systems. This solution offers a number of benefits: it raises reliability of energy and system f»»»

A woman stands on a rooftop listening to the sounds of the city below. There is only the dull hum of traffic tonight. But she knows how easily that can change. It is usually the dogs who notice the sound first and begin to bark furiously. The noise of aircraft. Then the ominous percussion of explos»»»

ABU DHABI: Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, held calls with a number of Foreign Ministers and Officials to discuss the latest regional developments and the repercussions of Iran’s unprovoked and terrorist missile attacks targeting the UAE a»»»

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump said Tuesday Nato and most other allies have rejected his calls to help secure the Strait of Hormuz, grousing that he has been unable to rally support behind his war of choice in Iran that he insists he's conducting for the good of the world, even if it doesn't ap»»»

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump said Tuesday Nato and most other allies have rejected his calls to help secure the Strait of Hormuz, grousing that he has been unable to rally support behind his war of choice in Iran that he insists he's conducting for the good of the world, even if it doesn't ap»»»

Dubai: With the UAE extending distance learning beyond spring break, schools across the country are preparing to meet all eventualities to ensure continuity of learning. The UAE on Tuesday announced the continuation of distance learning across nurseries, schools and higher education institutions fo»»»

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has urged Donald Trump and Sir Keir Starmer to meet and find common ground, after the US president's repeated criticism of the UK prime minister. In an exclusive interview with the BBC after talks with Sir Keir, the Ukrainian president said that while he would»»»

Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, expressed his sincere condolences and deep sympathy to the families of the victims of Iran’s unprovoked terrorist attacks targeting the UAE. The victims, who lost their lives as a result of these »»»

DUBAI: Highlighting its sustained efforts to strengthen social solidarity, the Community Development Authority (CDA) in Dubai, in collaboration with the Dubai Charity Association, concluded the ‘Khair Dubai Be Ahlaha’ (Goodness of Dubai by its People) initiative during the Holy Month. The initiativ»»»

Tunis, March 18 (TAP) - Tunisie Telecom (TT) launched on Tuesday its new mobile payment application as part of its commitment to digital transformation and in line with the global financial strategy that integrates fintech.This initiative is part of...»»»