More than 500 demonstrators were arrested in central London on Saturday during a protest calling for the lifting of the ban on the activist group Palestine Action, according to local authorities. The gathering took place around midday in Trafalgar Square, where several hundred people participated in what organizers described as a peaceful......
Two women have been arrested in Indonesia following the circulation of a viral video that sparked widespread public reaction and renewed debate over the country’s blasphemy laws. According to local authorities, the incident took place in the western part of Java, where one of the women was filmed stepping on a copy of the Quran during......
Several major labor unions in France have voiced strong opposition to a proposed reform that would expand work on May 1, traditionally recognized as International Workers’ Day. The unions are urging the government to reconsider the process and avoid fast-tracking the legislation. In a joint statement, eight leading trade unions called......
Oman has launched a new bidding round for five oil and gas concession blocks as part of its efforts to attract foreign investment and strengthen the development of its hydrocarbon sector. According to the country’s energy ministry, the initiative aims to enhance exploration activities and unlock new reserves, supporting long-term economic......
South Korea is nearing an agreement to secure crude oil supplies from Kazakhstan, as part of its strategy to diversify energy sources amid ongoing instability in the Middle East. According to the country’s industry minister, negotiations have made significant progress, with details regarding volumes and delivery timelines expected to......
After several years away from the spotlight, Malek Belarbi is making a notable return to the Moroccan music scene. A well-known figure in national song, the artist is preparing a new phase of his career with a series of live performances set to begin in Casablanca. A highly anticipated comeback for a name that has marked several generations......
Saudi Arabia has announced the full restoration of oil transport capacity on its strategic East-West pipeline, reaching approximately seven million barrels per day, following recent attacks linked to regional tensions. The announcement comes after several energy facilities across the kingdom were affected during the escalation of conflict......
The Economic, Social and Environmental Council (CESE) recently held a hearing session with the National Agency for Water and Forests (ANEF) as part of the preparation of an opinion on combating environmental damage. The discussions focused on improving the overall effectiveness of the system, from detection and penalties to restoration of......
A human case of avian influenza has been confirmed in Italy, marking the first imported human infection of this type reported in Europe, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). On March 21, 2026, the Italian International Health Regulations (IHR) focal point notified the WHO of the detection of an avian influenza A(H9) infection......
The pilots’ union VC has called for a two-day strike at German airline Deutsche Lufthansa AG, escalating an ongoing dispute over pensions and working conditions. The union announced on Saturday that pilots working for Lufthansa, Lufthansa Cargo, and Lufthansa CityLine are expected to walk out from April 13 at 00:01 CET until April 14......
Peru heads into a highly fragmented presidential election in which conservative candidate Keiko Fujimori is emerging as the frontrunner, according to recent opinion polls. With around 35 candidates in the race, voter intentions remain widely dispersed, and Fujimori leads with approximately 15%, reflecting a deeply divided political landscape......
The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival has launched its 2026 edition with a high-profile lineup bringing together global pop stars, rising artists and leading figures from the electronic music scene. Held over two consecutive weekends in the Californian desert, the festival features performances across nine stages, attracting massive......
India has increased export duties on diesel and aviation turbine fuel as part of a revised taxation measure affecting its energy sector, according to an official government notification. The adjustment raises the windfall tax on diesel exports from 21.5 rupees per litre to 55.5 rupees per litre. Export duties on aviation turbine fuel have......
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