U.N. Human Rights Council adopts North Korea resolution - UPI.com
The U.N. Human Rights Council adopted a resolution condemning North Korea's human rights violations during a session in Geneva Monday. The Council's 61st session opened on Feb. 23, as seen in this file photo. File Photo by Valentin Flauraud/EPA SEOUL, March 31 (UPI) -- The United Nations Human Righ»»»
Dubai Miracle Garden offers Dh30 tickets for residents until end of season
Dubai: Residents can visit Dubai Miracle Garden for Dh30 until the end of its current season, with free entry also available for children aged 12 and under. The attraction has introduced a special resident rate of Dh30 (inclusive of VAT), valid from April 1 until May 31, marking the final weeks of »»»
'Keeping a part of home alive': How Dubai families celebrate Easter traditions through food and faith
A homemade marzipan egg made from cashews, almond, sugar and a bit of rose water. It's warm, comforting and just spells home. That’s the little touch of love that Dubai-based Priscilla Dorris Janarthanan, a homemaker, cook and hair technician brings to Easter. Their family follows a routine: Begin »»»
Why was Scott Mills sacked by BBC over a historic investigation?
Dubai: The BBC’s decision to sack Scott Mills relates to a 2016 police investigation into “serious sexual offences” against a teenage boy, according to a Mirror report. Mills was questioned by police under caution but the case was dropped because of a lack of evidence. However the news outlet claim»»»
Kyrgyzstan to increase renewable energy generation to 1.5 billion kilowatt-hours - | 24.KG
Kyrgyzstan will increase electricity generation from renewable energy sources and small hydropower plants to 1.2-1.5 billion kilowatt-hours in 2026. Deputy Energy Minister, Nasipbek Kerimov, announced at a meeting of the Committee on Industrial Policy, Transport, Fuel and Energy Complex, Architectu»»»
US attacks Iranian nuclear site, Tehran hits oil tanker off Dubai coast
The United States hit the central Iranian city of Isfahan early Tuesday, sending a massive fireball into the sky, and Tehran struck a fully loaded Kuwaiti oil tanker in the Persian Gulf. The attacks were testament to the intensity of the monthlong war the U.S. and Israel launched against Iran, whic»»»
Israel's parliament approves death penalty for Palestinians
Israel's parliament on Monday passed a law approving the death penalty for Palestinians convicted of murdering Israelis, a measure that has been harshly condemned by the international community and rights groups as discriminatory and inhumane. The passage of the bill marked the culmination of a yea»»»
Gulf allies privately urge Trump to keep fighting until Iran is decisively defeated
Gulf allies of the United States, led by Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, are urging President Donald Trump to continue prosecuting the war against Iran, arguing that Tehran hasn't been weakened enough by the monthlong U.S.-led bombing campaign, according to U.S., Gulf and Israeli officia»»»
Abu Dhabi investor expands into US energy network
Dubai; Abu Dhabi-based ePointZero is moving to deepen its presence in global energy infrastructure with a $2.25 billion acquisition of US-based Traverse Midstream Partners. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The deal gives the company full ownership of a portfolio tied to»»»
UAE schools cancel IB exams: What NECM grading means for students
Dubai: UAE schools have told Grade 12 students that IB final examinations this year will not go ahead, with results instead to be awarded through a special contingency measure. According to circulars sent out by Dubai IB schools, the International Baccalaureate Organisation has confirmed that stude»»»
UNDP: Arab Countries May Lose Up to $194 Billion from Iran War
The military escalation in the Middle East, now into its fifth week, may cost economies in the region from 3.7 to 6 percent of their collective Gross Domestic Product (GDP), a staggering loss of $120-194 billion, a new United Nations study found. “Coupled with an estimated rise in unemployment of u»»»
Jailed PKK Founder Ocalan Asks to Address Turks Directly
Jailed PKK founder Abdullah Ocalan, who is being held in solitary confinement, said on Tuesday he wanted to be able to speak freely to the Turkish public. Last year, the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) formally renounced its armed struggle against the Turkish state after four decades of violence tha»»»
Japan Deploys Long-Range Missiles Near China
Japan has deployed long-range missiles in a southwest region near China, its defense minister said Tuesday, at a time when ties with Beijing are at their lowest in recent years. The missiles were installed in Kumamoto in the southern region of Kyushu, as Japan is attempting to shore up its military»»»
Eight Injured in Israel After Iran Missile Fire
Israel's emergency services said Tuesday that eight people with minor injuries were evacuated to hospitals in the Tel Aviv area, where police reported falling munitions fragments after an alert for incoming Iranian missiles. Six of the injured were treated in the city of Bnei Brak, which is largely»»»
Bulgarian Deputy Justice Minister Calls for Prosecutor Rusinova’s Resignation over Alleged Ties to Petyo “the Euro” Petrov
Bulgaria’s Deputy Justice Minister Tanya Radulovska said that if reports are confirmed that Sofia City Prosecutor Emilia Rusinova traveled with controversial figure Petyo “the Euro” Petrov, she should step down from her post. Speaking ahead of a meeting of the Judges' Chamber of the Supreme Judicia»»»
UAE contains fire on Kuwaiti oil tanker at Dubai Port
Dubai: Authorities confirmed that emergency teams successfully dealt with the incident involving a Kuwaiti oil tanker in Dubai. Dubai's Government Media Office said in a statement posted on X that no oil spill or injuries were reported as a result of the incident. Earlier on Tuesday, the Office ann»»»
UN Security Council to hold emergency meeting on Lebanon peacekeepers
The United Nations’ most powerful body will convene an emergency session Tuesday after officials announced that three peacekeepers in southern Lebanon had been killed in the last 24 hours. The meeting was scheduled after a request from France. It was unclear who was behind the projectile and explos»»»
We might end up with expanded buffer zone in south Lebanon, UNIFIL chief says
Jean-Pierre Lacroix, the United Nations’ peacekeeping chief, told reporters Monday that it looks like Israel is expanding a buffer zone in southern Lebanon. He said that given Israeli military statements and actions, "it certainly looks like we might end up with, I would call it, an expanded buffer»»»
Displaced Lebanese shelter in Beirut as war escalates
Hundreds of thousands of Lebanese displaced by the escalating war between Israel and Hezbollah have poured into Beirut, seeking refuge wherever space is available. Families from southern Lebanon and the southern suburbs of the capital known as Dahieh, where Hezbollah has its main operations and sup»»»
New Deputy Presidential Envoys appointed in Naryn and Jalal-Abad regions - | 24.KG
Zhyldyz Mambetova has been appointed Deputy Presidential Envoy to Naryn region. The order was signed by Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev. By another order, Ularbek Ismailov has been appointed First Deputy Presidential Envoy to Jalal-Abad region.»»»
QSE Index opens higher
Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) general index opened higher on Tuesday, gaining 95.06 points, or 0.94%, to reach 10,189 points, compared to the previous session's close, supported by all sectors. Market data showed gains in the Transportation sector by 1.50%, Banks and Financial Service»»»
Bulgaria’s Foreign Minister in Bucha: Ukrainians “Live the War”
Bulgarian Acting Foreign Minister Nadezhda Neynsky took part in a memorial ceremony in Bucha, marking the victims of the Russian army’s invasion of the town, where more than 630 people were killed following the start of the war. The event coincided with a special meeting of EU foreign ministers att»»»
Türkiye Cenbank Chief Says 'Natural' to Use Gold amid War Fallout
Türkiye's central bank chief said market fallout from the Iran war hurts its fight against inflation, and in such situations it is a "natural choice" to turn to gold-based transactions to support liquidity. Fatih Karahan, the governor, said in an interview with state-owned Anadolu Agency that the b»»»
Justice Minister Proposes SJC's Prosecutors Chamber Dismiss Acting Prosecutor General over Disciplinary Violations
Caretaker Deputy Prime Minister and Justice Minister Andrey Yankulov has proposed that the Prosecutors Chamber of the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) dismiss Borislav Sarafov from office over disciplinary violations, the Justice Ministry’s press office announced on Tuesday. In recent months, a serie»»»
Tehran hit by waves of air strikes overnight as Israel targets Iranian capital
Tehran came under repeated aerial bombardment overnight, with strikes continuing into the early hours on March 31, hitting residential and infrastructure sites across the Iranian capital. IRIB News reported that power had »»»
Tehran hit by waves of air strikes overnight as Israel targets Iranian capital
Tehran came under repeated aerial bombardment overnight, with strikes continuing into the early hours on March 31, hitting residential and infrastructure sites across the Iranian capital. IRIB News reported that power had »»»
Tehran hit by waves of air strikes overnight as Israel targets Iranian capital
Tehran came under repeated aerial bombardment overnight, with strikes continuing into the early hours on March 31, hitting residential and infrastructure sites across the Iranian capital. IRIB News reported that power had »»»
IHC to take control of Indian lender in $1 billion deal
Dubai: Abu Dhabi-based IHC is moving to take control of India’s Sammaan Capital in a $1 billion deal that signals a focus on financial services and emerging market growth. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The investment will give IHC a 41.5% stake in the mortgage-focuse»»»
NATO forces intercept another Iranian munition in Turkish airspace - UPI.com
NATO forces on Monday intercepted a Iranian ballistic munition in Turkish airspace. File Photo by Toms Kalnins/EPA-EFE March 31 (UPI) -- NATO forces have intercepted another Iranian ballistic munition in Turkish airspace, the defense alliance and Ankara said. "A ballistic projectile, determined to »»»
Dubai confirms loud sounds caused by air defence interceptions
Dubai: Authorities in Dubai have confirmed that the loud sounds heard across various parts of the city earlier were caused by successful air defence interception operations. The explosions were part of routine defensive measures to neutralise incoming threats, and there is no immediate danger to re»»»
China and Pakistan to brace for cooperation on Iran: Beijing
Beijing: China and Pakistan are bracing for their cooperation on Iran. Beijing's foreign ministry said onTuesday, as top Islamabad officials visited the Chinese capital Beijing. The two foreign ministers will strengthen strategic communication and coordination on the Iran situation and make new eff»»»
LIVE UPDATES: UAE, Saudi Arabia face drone attacks as gas prices hit $4 per gallon in US
Doha, Qatar: UAE and Saudi Arabia defence systems today dealt with missile and drone attacks from Iran. Earlier today, the Saudi Ministry of Defence said it had intercepted eight ballistic missiles launched towards Riyadh and the Eastern province. Meanwhile, the average retail price of gasoline in »»»
Kyrgyzstan to receive $959 million from EBRD and ADB by 2030 - | 24.KG
The Committee on Budget, Economic, and Fiscal Policy of the Zhogorku Kenesh (Parliament) of Kyrgyzstan approved draft framework agreements between Kyrgyzstan and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and between the Kyrgyz Republic and the Asian Development Bank (ADB). Under t»»»
Greece braces for thunderstorms from Storm Erminio
Greek authorities have warned of a severe weather event which is expected to sweep over the country late Tuesday and peak on Wednesday, bringing thunderstorms, gusty winds, and possibly hail. The weather is driven by a double cyclogenesis in the Mediterranean associated with heavy precipitation tha»»»
Turks who fired on EYP agents on trial
New details are emerging about a May 2025 armed attack by three Turkish nationals against an officer of Greece’s National Intelligence Service (EYP) in Thermi near Thessaloniki, as the case heads to trial Tuesday. According to court documents, the suspects had been under surveillance as part of a p»»»
Maps lie: Why the Philippines is not a 'small' country
The Philipines sits on $1 trillion in untapped riches It is larger than the UK (British Isles) It is a 300,000+ km² superpower in critical minerals Philippines laws are so crafted that its mineral wealth are bound by elite capture, with little left for ordinary Filipinos Know how big the country ac»»»
FBI says Michigan synagogue attack was 'Hezbollah-inspired'
A man who crashed his pickup truck into a Detroit-area synagogue earlier in March was carrying out an attack inspired by Hezbollah, the FBI said Monday. Ayman Ghazali made a video before the attack at Temple Israel in West Bloomfield Township, saying he wanted to “kill as many of them as I possibly»»»
India to Begin World’s Biggest Population Count
India will launch the world's largest census on Wednesday, with more than three million officials to take part in a vast counting exercise over the next year. The South Asian nation, home to an estimated 1.4 billion people, faces mounting challenges in providing electricity, food and housing to its»»»
Thunderstorms, strong winds and high seas expected on Tuesday
DOHA: The Department of Meteorology has forecast partly cloudy to cloudy conditions with scattered rain and thunderstorms at times until 6pm on Tuesday, warning of thundery rain accompanied by strong winds. Inshore areas are expected to see southeasterly to northeasterly winds at 6–16 knots, gustin»»»
Iran strikes Kuwaiti oil tanker anchored off Dubai - UPI.com
A oil tanker anchored in Dubai waters was struck by an Iranian drone, causing material damage to the ship, officials said. Photo by Ali Haider/EPA March 31 (UPI) -- Iran struck a Kuwaiti oil tanker anchored off Dubai, officials said early Tuesday, as Tehran maintains its blockade of the Strait of H»»»
UAE issues safety alerts after missile and drone threats from Iran
Dubai: Authorities in the UAE have issued a safety alert after earlier reassuring residents that the situation was under control following incoming missile and drone threats from Iran. The Ministry of Defence (MoD) confirmed that UAE air defence systems engaged and intercepted the potential threats»»»
Khatam Al-Anbiya: Sustained Missile and Drone Strikes Continue, Targeting American Bases and Key Facilities in Tel Aviv
Khatam al-Anbiya Air Defense Headquarters announced that the powerful offensive by the Islamic Republic of Iran’s armed forces continues, targeting American bases and military and industrial facilities deep within the Zionist entity, asserting that it will persist until the “American and Zionist en»»»
India to begin world's biggest population count
New Delhi, India: India will launch the world's largest census on Wednesday, with more than three million officials to take part in a vast counting exercise over the next year. The South Asian nation, home to an estimated 1.4 billion people, faces mounting challenges in providing electricity, food »»»
Trump Prepared to End Operation Against Iran Without Opening Strait of Hormuz - Reports
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - US President Donald Trump told aides he is ready to end the operation against Iran even if the Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed, The Wall Street Journal newspaper reported, citing US administration officials. In recent days, Trump and his aides have concluded that the miss»»»
China emerges as Iran war safe haven
China is emerging as a safe haven for investors seeking refuge from the Iran war storm. The economy is stable with the manufacturing PMI index flat of up in March and the stock market is outperforming most other major mark»»»
China emerges as Iran war safe haven
China is emerging as a safe haven for investors seeking refuge from the Iran war storm. The economy is stable with the manufacturing PMI index flat of up in March and the stock market is outperforming most other major mark»»»
China emerges as Iran war safe haven
China is emerging as a safe haven for investors seeking refuge from the Iran war storm. The economy is stable with the manufacturing PMI index flat of up in March and the stock market is outperforming most other major mark»»»
China emerges as Iran war safe haven
China is emerging as a safe haven for investors seeking refuge from the Iran war storm. The economy is stable with the manufacturing PMI index flat of up in March and the stock market is outperforming most other major mark»»»
China emerges as Iran war safe haven
China is emerging as a safe haven for investors seeking refuge from the Iran war storm. The economy is stable with the manufacturing PMI index flat of up in March and the stock market is outperforming most other major mark»»»
China emerges as Iran war safe haven
China is emerging as a safe haven for investors seeking refuge from the Iran war storm. The economy is stable with the manufacturing PMI index flat of up in March and the stock market is outperforming most other major mark»»»