Caretaker Interior Minister Emil Dechev said he has information that a large amount of counterfeit euros is being prepared for vote buying in the coming days. Speaking on Nova TV on Wednesday, he added that this would effectively allow elections "to be bought without real money". He declined to spe»»»

On April 15, 2021, a former employee at a FedEx facility in Indianapolis opened fire at the building, killing eight people and himself. It was the state's most deadly mass shooting. 1 of 7 | Indianapolis police guard the entrance to a FedEx facility where a gunman opened fire in Indianapolis on Apr»»»

Anti-gang operations in Haiti have slowed the expansion of powerful armed groups in Port-au-Prince, a UN expert report said Tuesday, though progress remains uneven. Authorities, backed by drone strikes and self-defence groups, have curbed advances, but gangs continue adapting amid a prolonged secur»»»

Doha, Qatar: Coach Roberto Mancini heaped praise on Al Sadd SC after their outstanding display secured a place in the AFC Champions League Elite Finals Jeddah 2026 on Monday. The Qatari side showed tremendous resilience, coming from behind three times to force extra time after a thrilling 3-3 draw,»»»

Gaza’s civil defence agency said on Tuesday that 10 people, including a toddler, were killed in separate Israeli strikes in the north of the enclave. Violence has persisted despite an October 10 ceasefire. A strike on a police vehicle in Gaza City killed four people, including a child, and wounded »»»

Film O'Clock International Festival #6 will take place from April 16 to 19 in 12 European and African countries, the organizers informed in a release.The festival brings together 12 countries - Lithuania, Poland, Germany, Ukraine, Moldova, Serbia, Romania, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Greece, Egypt and South »»»

Romania's population recorded a negative natural increase in February 2026, with the number of deaths being twice as high as the number of live births, according to data published on Tuesday by the National Institute of Statistics (INS).According to official statistics, compared with January 2026, »»»

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reduced its estimates for the growth of the Romanian economy this year to 0.7%, from 1.4% as forecast in October, according to the latest "World Economic Outlook" (WEO) report, published on Tuesday by the international financial institution.The IMF also exp»»»

The annual inflation rate rose to 9.87% in March, up from 9.31% in February, as services became more expensive by 11.05%, non-food goods by 10.89%, and foodstuffs by 7.67%, according to data published on Tuesday by the National Institute of Statistics (INS).'The consumer price index was 100.78% in »»»

Some 24% of Romanians agree that Romania should align with its strategic partner, the United States, in addressing the conflict in Iran, regardless of the position of other European countries, according to a public opinion barometer conducted by GSSC Avangarde between 7 and 10 April.Of these, 5% fu»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s top beach volleyball pair of Cherif Younousse and Ahmed Tijan powered into the semi-finals of the 2026 AVC Beach Tour - 25th Samila Open in Thailand after a flawless run marked by dominant straight-sets victories. The Qatari duo, former Olympic bronze medallists, and Asia’s top»»»

Dubai: Various organisations across the UAE continue to strengthen community ties and extend support to workers and families through a series of humanitarian initiatives rooted in unity and compassion. From meal distributions to gift-giving missions, these efforts reflect the enduring spirit of wha»»»

Dubai: A 21-year-old woman is in critical condition after an acid attack in Delhi’s Indira Vihar area, police said. The victim was rushed to Guru Teg Bahadur (GTB) Hospital, where doctors said she remains in a critical state. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply »»»

BEIJING (Sputnik) - Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said on Wednesday that Russia can fill the energy shortfall in China and other interested countries caused by the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. On Russia-China Relations"Russia can certainly fill the resource gap that has arisen in Chin»»»

For the first time in two months, the Gaza Strip has seen a sharp increase in trucks carrying aid and commercial goods, alongside a rise in travelers crossing through the Rafah land crossing in both directions. A total of 323 trucks entered Gaza on Monday, including 220 commercial shipments for the»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) hosted a group of patent examiners specialized in reviewing patent applications, in collaboration with the Patent Office of the General Secretariat of the Gulf Cooperation Council. This visit forms part of ongoing efforts to strengthen regio»»»

Doha, Qatar: President of the General Tax Authority, Khalifa bin Jassim Al Jaham Al-Kuwari, chaired the State of Qatar’s delegation at the 16th meeting of the Committee of Heads and Directors of Tax Administrations in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), held yesterday in the presiding country, the »»»

Doha, Qatar: QIIB announced the winner of the Grand Triple Prize as part of its unprecedented promotional campaign for debit and credit cards, “Win Your Apartment… Your Car… and a Cash Prize All at Once”. The Bank also revealed four additional winners, each receiving a cash prize of QR100,000 as pa»»»

Dubai: Dubai’s most recognisable hotel, Jumeirah Burj Al Arab, is set to undergo its first major restoration programme since opening in 1999. The hotel, owned by Jumeirah Group - a subsidiary of Dubai Holding, said the renovation is aimed at preserving one of the emirate’s most famous symbols for f»»»

As military tensions flare in the Strait of Hormuz, another battle is unfolding behind the scenes, one no less dangerous. Insurance companies have emerged as key players shaping the fate of global shipping. With premiums surging to unprecedented levels, experts told Asharq Al-Awsat the world is app»»»

Doha, Qtaar: Old Doha Port marks Family Day in Qatar by celebrating the deep connection between family life and the nation’s maritime heritage, a story that stretches from the neighbourhoods of old Doha to the present day. For generations, Qatari families were shaped by the rhythms of the sea. Fath»»»

Doha, Qatar: Doha Design District (DDD) has announced its Public Art Open Call, inviting artists, designers, and creatives to submit proposals for innovative public artworks. The initiative positions public art as an integral part of the public realm, enhancing everyday urban life while reinforcing»»»

Doha, Qatar: The University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) hosted the Intellectual Wellness and Research Excellence Forum (IWRE) as part of its strategic commitment to strengthening an integrated research culture and embedding holistic wellness across its academic environment. The forum »»»

Manila: The effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz on February 28, 2026 disrupted passage for roughly a quarter of the world’s daily seaborne oil. To this day, uncertainty remains and the global fuel crunch continues to raise fears of a deeper supply shock. Uncertainty over freedom on navigation»»»

New MP Ulan Sariev took the oath of office in Parliament. He is registered as a member of the Zhogorku Kenesh from multi-mandate constituency No. 19. Ulan Sariev was issued a certificate and a badge of the established format. Following Abdyldabek Egemberdiev’s announcement of his resignation, Ramis»»»

President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov signed a decree appointing Ulan Mamatkanov as Acting Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers. His candidacy has been submitted to the Zhogorku Kenesh for further appointment to the position. Mamatkanov, who will oversee the government’s social sector, is 44»»»