Chinas CNBM wants to expand activities in Tunisia
Tunis, April 11 (TAP)- Sinoma Cement Co., Ltd. a leading Chinese cement manufacturer and subsidiary of the state-owned China National Building Materials Group (CNBM), wants to expand its activities in Tunisia by introducing intelligent control...»»»
Why the Philippines is shifting focus from remittances to diaspora engagement
Dubai: The Philippines is redefining its approach to the 10.7 million Filipinos living abroad. Historically reliant on remittances, the country is now turning to its diaspora as “permanent strategic partners” for long-term development. The Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) has shifted the agen»»»
Boy, 9, found locked in van for over a year, severely malnourished
Paris: A 9-year-old boy was rescued this week after living locked in his father's utility van in eastern France since 2024, according to the local prosecutor. The child has been hospitalized, and his father detained. Police were alerted by a neighbor to "sounds of a child'' coming from a van on Mon»»»
Rain expected on Sunday over northern regions
Tunis, April 11, 2026 (TAP) – Scattered showers are expected on Sunday over northwestern regions, gradually extending to other northern areas in the afternoon, the National Institute of Meteorology (INM) said on Saturday.The showers may be locally...»»»
Russia Returns 175 Soldiers From Ukrainian Captivity
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia has returned 175 military personnel from the Ukrainian captivity, with 175 Ukrainian servicemen handed over in exchange, the Russian Defense Military said on Saturday. "On April 11, 175 Russian servicemen were returned from the territory controlled by the Kiev regime. In e»»»
In Europe first, Netherlands to allow Teslas to self-drive
The Hague: In a first for Europe, the Netherlands is poised to allow Tesla owners to use their car's self-driving feature -- as long as they are in the vehicle and keeping a watchful eye over it. The country's RDW agency for roadworthiness certifications said in a statement late Friday: "Thanks to »»»
Land Transport Affairs conducts over 3,000 transactions in first quarter of 2026
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Transport announced that its Land Transport Affairs conducted approximately 3,049 transactions in the first quarter of 2026. In an infographic shared on its social media platform, the Ministry stated that 1,004 transactions were related to land transport licensing, whil»»»
Three weeks of fuel, 170 million people: Inside Bangladesh’s worsening fuel shortage
“My daughter is sleeping in the ICU of a hospital in Mohakhali, Dhaka and I have been in the queue at the Trust filling station since 1:30 AM. It is now a quarter to three... If I cannot get fuel, I will leave the bike on the road and just walk away. I do not have the strength left in my body to pu»»»
Delegations Meet Pakistani PM Ahead of Expected Iran-US Talks
Iran’s delegation, headed by Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, met Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad, as part of high-level diplomatic engagements ahead of expected talks with US officials later on Saturday. US Vice President JD Vance also met with the Pakistani PM, media reports said. P»»»
In Europe First, Netherlands to Allow Teslas to Self-Drive
In a first for Europe, the Netherlands is poised to allow Tesla owners to use their car's self-driving feature -- as long as they are in the vehicle and keeping a watchful eye over it. The country's RDW agency for roadworthiness certifications said in a statement late Friday: "Thanks to the type ap»»»
US and Iran Envoys Meet Pakistani PM as Negotiations Kick off
Senior Iranian and American delegations met Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad on Saturday to begin negotiations towards a deal to end the Middle East war unleashed six weeks earlier by US-Israeli strikes on Tehran. With the talks under way at Islamabad's Serena Hotel, Iranian med»»»
From Boston to Denver, US Drivers Cut Back as Iran War Pushes Fuel Costs Higher
Boston resident Pat Ouedraogo has cut longer-distance trips, while aspiring law student Skyler Burke drives extra miles to avoid pricier gasoline pumps closer to home. In Houston, auto broker David Wright has switched from a gas-guzzling race car to an all-electric vehicle. These struggles are bein»»»
[Interview] Hungarian scientist László Mérő: ‘The language of Fidesz is unmistakably Nazi speech’
László Mérő, mathematician and psychologist: “Hungarians are an accepting, tolerant, friendly people. This hatred has been deliberately stoked.” After the 2010 election, you responded to Fidesz’s two-thirds victory in a relatively optimistic article. At the time, you thought it might bring an end t»»»
Concerns over Athens water supply fade as rains fill reservoir
Water reserves at Greece’s Mornos reservoir have tripled over the past six months, ending an alarm over the capital’s water supply that had been raised last autumn. The reservoir held 156,996,000 cubic meters on October 23, 2025 – its lowest level in 15 years – before climbing to 491,629,000 cubic »»»
Weather alert: Is more rain forecast for UAE? NCM reveals 3D cloud formation
Dubai: Light to moderate rains have been reported across several parts of the UAE, including Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Al Ain, as unsettled weather conditions continue to affect the country. According to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM), a surface and upper-air low-pressure system is driving clo»»»
Ukraine Loses Over 345 Soldiers to Russian Forces in Past Day - MoD
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Ukraine lost over 345 soldiers in combat against Russia's Battlegroup Tsentr over the past day, in addition to losses in manpower and equipment on other fronts, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Saturday. "The losses suffered by Ukrainian armed forces amounted to more than 345»»»
Justice Minister Adamant that Sarafov Cannot Continue as Acting Prosecutor General
The statutory time limit introduced by the legislature for temporarily performing the duties of Prosecutor General is six months, yet Borislav Sarafov has held the post for nearly three years, and in this situation there is no way he can continue to perform the functions of Prosecutor General, said»»»
Over 81,000 forensic tests conducted in Dubai in a year
Dubai: The General Department of Forensic Sciences and Criminology at Dubai Police carried out more than 81,000 scientific examinations in 2024, producing detailed reports for authorities across Dubai and the wider UAE. The figures reflect steady progress in the department’s use of advanced tools i»»»
India–UAE ties: Indian foreign minister Jaishankar arrives in Abu Dhabi to review strategic partnership
Abu Dhabi: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday landed at Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates. Jaishankar will be in the UAE from April 11-12 as a part of an official visit and will be meeting the leadership of the UAE to review close cooperation and deepen the Comprehensive Strateg»»»
'Howl at the Moon': NASA's bid to boost space enthusiasm
Houston: When NASA flight director Zebulon Scoville was working a shift during the uncrewed Artemis I test flight, he realized the US space agency wasn't consistently livestreaming the spacecraft's journey to Earth. "They said, well, we don't have bandwidth, we've got to get all this vehicle and en»»»
UAE rain alert: Abu Dhabi Police urge caution, slower speeds and safe driving
Abu Dhabi Police have urged motorists to exercise caution and follow safety measures during fluctuating weather conditions and rainfall, warning against distractions while driving. The Traffic Directorate and Safe Patrols stressed the importance of staying focused on the road at all times, especial»»»
Dubai Police issue fresh alert on phone and SMS scams
Dubai: Dubai Police have renewed their warning to residents about a surge in fraud attempts involving fake phone calls and text messages posing as officials or bank staff. The alert comes as part of the force’s ongoing “Be Aware of Fraud” campaign, which aims to educate the public on how scammers a»»»
Bangladesh retain squad for first New Zealand ODIs
Dhaka: Bangladesh named an unchanged squad Saturday for the first two matches of the upcoming three-match ODI series against New Zealand, the first announcement by the newly formed selection panel. The four-member panel, led by Habibul Bashar Sumon, opted to stick with the same group that featured »»»
The 2026 Annual Olive Exhibition Opens in the city of Khoms
The 2026 Olive Exhibition in the city of Khoms opened yesterday, under the auspices of the General Union of Chambers of Commerce and organized by the Khoms Chamber of Commerce. the General Union of Chambers said this prominent economic and agricultural event reflects the importance of supporting an»»»
US advances second oil reserve release amid Middle East conflict
Washington: The US Department of Energy said it had loaned 8.48 million barrels of crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) to four companies, as part of a second round of releases aimed at easing fuel prices amid the Middle East conflict. The Department said the recipients were Gunvor »»»