In rugged terrain along the Syrian-Lebanese border, yellow bulldozers raised earthen berms in front of armoured vehicles while soldiers combed through tunnels they said were used by Hezbollah, as Syria reinforces its side of the border. Syria is seeking to stay out of the
LONDON, April 2 - Britain will host talks on Thursday aimed at forming a coalition of countries to explore ways to reopen the Strait of Hormuz after U.S. President Donald Trump said securing the vital waterway was a problem for other nations to resolve.
The Philippines previously declared a national energy emergency due to fuel shortage.
The authorities seek to draw attention to lesser-known destinations and encourage longer stays.
Some told CNA that the ongoing war has reinforced their sense of unity and strengthened their resolve to preserve traditions that have endured for generations.
ISLAMABAD, April 2 (Reuters) - Eight Muslim-majority countries "strongly condemned" Israel's move to pass a law making death by hanging a default sentence for Palestinians convicted in military courts of deadly attacks, a joint statement released by Pakistan said on Thursday.
By Naveen Thukral SINGAPORE, April 2 (Reuters) - Australian farmers are expected to favour less nitrogen-intensive crops such as barley over wheat and canola in the upcoming season, as surging fertiliser and fuel costs driven by the Iran war weigh on planting decisions in one
Gasoline is being stolen and gas station workers in Bangladesh, Pakistan and India have been killed over fuel shortages and soaring prices caused by the war against Iran.
Subscribe now with a one-month trial for only $1, then enjoy the first year at an exclusive rate of just $99. Markets rebound, but Japan not yet out of the woodsScott Foster reports that market rebounds driven by shifting US signals on Iran mask deeper risks for Japan,
Imagine you're trying to build a very long, complicated chain of dominoes. The aim is that each domino hits the next one perfectly, all the way down the line, producing an amazing result at the end. A quantum circuit is like a domino chain: a long chain of tiny steps
Researchers have uncovered new insights into the early development of baby stars. As published in The Astrophysical Journal Letters, a research team from Kyushu University and Kagawa University reports that during the early growth period of a baby star, the protostellar
A University of Sydney quantum physicist has developed a new approach to quantum error correction that could significantly reduce the number of physical qubits required to build large-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computers. The study, co-authored by Dr. Dominic Williamson from
The government plans to hold international events in border regions and boost travel promotions.
The war between the United States, Israel and Iran is now into its second month. Despite spectacular early successes, the resilience of Iran’s government and military has meant the US and Israel have lost the strategic initiative. This means they are being more reactive than
People in their 20s and younger accounted for more than 70 per cent of the total.
A judge has challenged Congress to approve Trump’s multimillion-dollar construction project, but Republicans aren’t showing any immediate interest in the subject.
DUBAI, April 2 (Reuters) - Iran's operational headquarters must monitor "enemy movements with utmost pessimism and accuracy" and be ready to counter any method of attack, the country's army commander-in-chief Amir Hatami was quoted as saying by state media on Thursday. U.S.
Pakistan increased fuel prices by 55 Pakistani rupees overnight after the Iran war started.
The capital's underlying soft-soil basin could dramatically intensify earthquake shaking.
Social contributions can weigh as much as a third of the salary paid to an employee.
Here are the latest developments in the Middle East war: - 'Root cause' - China said on Thursday that US and Israeli strikes on Iran were the "root cause" of the Strait of Hormuz blockage. "The root cause of interruptions to navigation through the Strait of Hormuz is the United
MOSCOW, April 2 - Russian strategic missile forces have conducted drills in Siberia involving camouflaged movements of Yars intercontinental ballistic missiles that are capable of delivering nuclear warheads, the Defence Ministry said on Thursday.
ISLAMABAD, April 2 - Pakistan is holding talks with Afghanistan to end the worst conflict between the South Asian neighbours since the Taliban returned to power in 2021, Pakistan's Foreign Ministry spokesperson said on Thursday.
The Iran war is disrupting fuel and shipping, choking life-saving operations and pushing up hunger and poverty across Africa, Aid group IRC has warned.
The world's ultra-rich have stashed around $2.84 trillion (€2.47tn) in untaxed offshore accounts, a figure that surpasses the combined wealth of the bottom 50% of the human population, according to a new report.
ATHENS, April 2 - Greek mother Georgia Efstathiou has tried everything to loosen the grip that social media has on her 14-year-old son: heart-to-heart talks; internet-free time; confiscating his phone. Arguments flare as she fights the allure of his screen and its videos and
More than half of the detached houses in France are under threat by rising temperatures, spurring the government to fight back.
By Saad Sayeed April 2 (Reuters) - A diplomatic outcast a year ago, Pakistan has become a trusted regional partner and a mediator between the U.S. and Iran to end the war in the Middle East, a remarkable transformation for the South Asian nation driven mostly by its powerful
Among my works, the one I like best is the Home that I have had built in Milan for accommodating old singers not favored by fortune, or who, when they were young did not possess the virtue of saving. Poor and dear companions of my life! —Giuseppe Verdi Is there a remedy for
The industry-leading Marché du Film, Cannes’s prestigious market, has reinforced its commitment to looking ahead as it gears to deliver its 2026 edition between May 12-20 in the buzzy French city. Having recently announced its first-ever Creator Economy Summit, the market has
The AI for Talent Summit returns for its second year, as Marché du Film executive director Guillaume Esmiol targets "innovation that serves both artistic creativity and the growth of the industry."
Offer reportedly put forward by creditors hoping to save struggling firm from being renationalised temporarily Business live – latest updates Thames Water is said to be close to a deal with its regulator that would allow the company to avoid new fines for four years, as long as
Deciding which language the palace gate sign should be written in has sparked debate.
A man dies in flooding near Athens as rain lashes several regions in Greece, while a Saharan dust storm enveloped Crete.
April 2 - A diplomatic outcast a year ago, Pakistan has become a trusted regional partner and a mediator between the U.S. and Iran to end the war in the Middle East, a remarkable transformation for the South Asian nation driven mostly by its powerful military chief, Field
Indonesia was struck by a powerful 7.4‑magnitude earthquake early on 2 April in the Molucca Sea, off Ternate in North Maluku, killing at least one person and briefly triggering a tsunami warning.
Four astronauts have embarked on a high-stakes flight around the moon, marking humanity’s first lunar voyage in more than half a century.
Diplomatic efforts to end Russia's all-out invasion of Ukraine have stalled in recent months, in part because the United States has shifted its focus towards the Iran war.
The import tax exemption on 40 products is valid till June 30.
By Pesha Magid TULKARM, West Bank, April 2 (Reuters) - The sight and sound of Iranian rockets arcing overhead have become near-daily for the Palestinian Ghanem family, expelled by the Israeli military from a refugee camp and now living in a rickety shack with a thin metal roof
Malaysia is attempting to ease financial burdens while boosting income levels, said Zahid.
Staff may also be allowed to wear more casual attire to the office as the temperature increases.
The EU’s unanimity rule lets any single member state veto decisions, turning consensus into a power play. Now, the bloc is pushing back with whatever tools it has.
The conditions are being driven by a heat-induced low-pressure system covering upper Thailand.
The European Commission has published guidelines for a pragmatic and proportionate implementation of the Birds Directive on the ground, while protecting Europe's wild birds. This guidance document provides practical advice to support member states and stakeholders in
Bali’s governor has said the most recent cases, the sexual assaults of three foreign tourists within three days last month, are isolated incidents. But some tourism players want the local government to do more.
