InRento enters Romania with a new financing solution for real estate project owners
InRento is a pan-European investment platform launched in 2020 in Lithuania, to provide financing for real estate developers who need speed, simplicity, and certainty. The FinTech company has already financed more than €90 million in investments and has returned over €28 million to more than 4.400 »»»
Measles Cases Registered in Bulgaria Reach 153
A total of 153 measles cases have been registered in Bulgaria, according to data as of April 21 published on the website of the Ministry of Health. Four new cases were reported on Tuesday. The regions of Vratsa, Lovech, Pleven, and Sofia-city have each registered one infected individual. The newly »»»
GERB: Sarafov's Resignation Is Dignified But Belated
The resignation of Borislav Sarafov is a dignified but belated personal act, according to a statement by GERB published on Facebook. The party said that institutions have always been their top priority. “The most important thing now is for the new National Assembly to begin work immediately so that»»»
Yes, Bulgaria Co-chairs on Prosecutor General's Resignation: "Heart of Peevski-Borissov Model Has Been Ripped Out"
Speaking at a briefing after the resignation of acting Prosecutor General Borislav Sarafov was announced, Yes, Bulgaria co-chairs Ivaylo Mirchev and Bozhidar Bozhanov said that "the heart of the Peevski-Borissov model has been ripped out, this is an achievement of the people who came out to protest»»»
Pakistan's capital holds its breath with US-Iran talks in limbo
Islamabad, Pakistan: Pakistan's capital was still locked in gear on Wednesday to host high-stakes US-Iran talks that were pushed back at the last minute overnight, but many residents began to tire of the heavy personal and economic toll of tight security restrictions. Markets were quiet, government»»»
Sakib Hussain: IPL quick whose mum sold her jewellery to fund cricket dream
New Delhi: Sakib Hussain's father is a labourer from India's poorest state and his mother sold her jewellery to buy him bowling boots. Their sacrifices -- and his tears -- paid off after the 21-year-old fast bowler made an instant impact in the Indian Premier League. He claimed 4-24 for Sunrisers H»»»
Lufthansa cuts 20,000 summer flights to save jet fuel costs – What's next for European airlines
Dubai: Lufthansa Group has slashed 20,000 flights from its summer schedule in a bid to cut jet fuel costs as the Iran conflict pushes jet fuel prices sharply higher, the airline announced late Tuesday. The move by the German aviation giant is now setting the tone for what could be a turbulent seaso»»»
North Korean hackers tied to $290M crypto heist, firm says - UPI.com
North Korean-linked hackers were likely behind the theft of hundreds of millions of dollars in cryptocurrency over the weekend, a blockchain technology firm said. File Photo by Stephen Shaver/UPI | License Photo SEOUL, April 22 (UPI) -- North Korean-linked hackers were likely behind the theft of hu»»»
Authorities Shut Down Two More Slaughterhouses
The Bulgarian Food Safety Agency (BFSA) has shut down two slaughterhouses—one registered in the village of Gergevets near Sliven and an illegal one in Byala Slatina, the Agency said on Wednesday. At the slaughterhouse in Gergevets, inspectors from the BFSA Central Office and the Regional Directorat»»»
Media Review: April 22
The topic of how the new parliament will look like after the elections dominates Wednesday’s news media. POLITICS 24 Chasa’s front-page article presents the governance programme of Rumen Radev’s Progressive Bulgaria, which won the April 19 elections under the headline, “Life according to Radev: Sta»»»
Saudi Arabia ramps up preparations as Hajj pilgrims begin arriving
Saudi Arabia has stepped up preparations for the 2026 Hajj season, with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman directing authorities to deploy all capabilities to ensure a safe and smooth pilgrimage as arrivals begin from around the world. Speaking on behalf of King Salman bin Abdulaziz, the Custodian of»»»
Iran ceasefire: Why the US hit pause instead of push
The United States’ decision to extend its ceasefire with Iran is less a sign of breakthrough than a reflection of a complex moment — one where diplomacy, pressure and uncertainty are all unfolding at once. President Donald Trump pushed back the end of the two-week truce to allow more time for negot»»»
NASA unveils new space telescope to give 'atlas of the universe'
United States: NASA unveiled a new telescope on Tuesday to scan vast swathes of the universe for planets outside our solar system and probe the mysteries of dark matter and dark energy. The Roman space telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of planets, possibly offering clarity abut ho»»»
Schools shut in Swedish town after 'threat': officials
Stockholm: Authorities ordered 16 public schools to shut in the central Swedish town of Borlange on Wednesday after receiving a threat of violence, officials said. Private schools also kept their doors closed after being told of the threat. "The decision is a precautionary measure due to a potentia»»»
Strait of Hormuz Blockade Drives up Costs at Panama Canal
The war in the Middle East has boosted demand to move vital cargo through the Panama Canal to such an extent that one vessel carrying liquefied natural gas (LNG) paid $4 million to skip the line and avoid a wait that can take up to five days, according to an official report. A surge in such payment»»»
UAE fuel prices for May 2026: Will you see a sharp drop next month with Iran ceasefire?
Dubai: UAE motorists are unlikely to see a sharp drop in fuel prices in May, even as global oil markets ease from March’s peak. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.Crude has pulled back—but not enough to signal a full correction. Brent crude is now tr»»»
Saudi Arabia has strong financial buffers to confront Iran war impact: IMF Middle East director
RIYADH: “This is a multidimensional shock.” That is how Jihad Azour, director of the Middle East and Central Asia Department at the International Monetary Fund, summed up the bleak outlook gripping the region, describing the current war as an earthquake not seen in geopolitics and economics for fiv»»»
UAE astronomers reveal likely date for Eid Al Adha
Sharjah: The Sharjah Space and Astronomy Hub (SSAH) at the University of Sharjah has released its astronomical calculations regarding crescent moon visibility conditions for the opening of Dhu al-Hijja 1447 AH. Based on its findings, the center projects Wednesday, May 27, 2026, as the likely first »»»
Israel FM calls on Lebanon to 'work together' with Israel against Hezbollah
Israel's foreign minister on Wednesday urged Beirut to make joint efforts with Israel to counter the Lebanese armed group Hezbollah, ahead of talks between the countries set to resume in Washington. "Tomorrow the direct talks between Israel and Lebanon will resume in Washington DC. I call on the go»»»
UAE-Oman rail project reaches 40% completion milestone
Doha, Qatar: The joint venture between Etihad Rail, Oman Rail, and Mubadala Investment Company (Mubadala) has confirmed that 40% of the UAE-Oman rail connection project is now complete, marking significant progress on one of the region’s most strategic infrastructure, transport, and logistics initi»»»
World’s oldest doctor recognized by Guinness Book of Records
Doha, Qatar: Dr Howard Tucker has been officially recognised as the world’s oldest doctor ever, following a remarkable medical career that spanned more than seven decades and continued almost until his death at the age of 103. Late Dr. Tucker, from Cleveland, Ohio, practised medicine from 1947 to 2»»»
Election Commission to Announce Names of Newly Elected MPs Saturday
The Central Election Commission (CEC) will announce on Saturday, April 25, the names of the elected Members of Parliament in the 52nd National Assembly, said here on Wednesday CEC Chair Kameliya Neykova during an online meeting of the Commission. CEC will also announce the election results on Thurs»»»
Israeli enemy forces carry out an incursion into the Al-Marj neighborhood in the outskirts of Houla, amid bursts of machine-gun fire and artillery shelling from Merkava tanks: Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli enemy forces carry out an incursion into the Al-Marj neighborhood in the outskirts of Houla, amid bursts of machine-gun fire and ar»»»
Bucharest set to receive EIB loan tranche of almost €266 million to upgrade tram network
Bucharest is set to receive a loan tranche of almost €266 million from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to upgrade the urban tram network. The city will use the financing to renovate around 50 kilometres of tram tracks. It will also introduce new tram vehicles and upgrade depots to increase speed»»»
Valdai Club Launches Third Recruitment for “Valdai – New Generation” ProjectOn
April 22, the Valdai Discussion Club opened the third recruitment round for its “Valdai – New Generation” project — a community of young but already accomplished researchers specializing in contemporary world politics, economics, and social relations. Participants will have the opportunity to publi»»»