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A growing number of travellers are turning to the stars when choosing where to go on holiday, using astrology based travel planning to decide which destinations may bring them love, success, peace, or personal growth. The trend is known as astrocartography, a form of astrology that maps a person’s birth chart across the world. It suggests that different locations may connect with different parts of a person’s life depending on where the planets were positioned at the time of their birth. According to BBC Travel, some travellers are now using these planetary maps before booking trips, choosing places linked to…

A French peacekeeper serving with the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon, known as UNIFIL, has been killed in an attack in southern Lebanon. The incident happened on Saturday, April 18, 2026, near the village of Ghandouriyeh. According to officials, the French UNIFIL patrol was clearing a road to reach a UN post that had been isolated by local fighting when it came under attack. One French soldier was killed and three others were wounded. French officials identified the killed soldier as Staff Sgt. Florian Montorio. His body was later honoured by UNIFIL and French military personnel at Beirut Rafic…

Preparations are still in place in Islamabad, Pakistan, for possible peace talks between the United States and Iran, but uncertainty remains over whether the negotiations will actually happen. Security has been tightened in Pakistan’s capital, with checkpoints and “Islamabad Talks” posters seen across parts of the city. The planned talks are expected to focus on extending a fragile ceasefire and reducing tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important oil shipping routes. The White House had said a US delegation led by Vice President JD Vance would travel to Pakistan for the talks. However, Reuters reported…

This morning in Islamabad, preparations are still in place for possible talks. Driving through the capital, there are still security checkpoints and “Islamabad Talks” posters lining streets. But there’s also a lot of uncertainty. The White House has said a US delegation led by JD Vance would travel to Pakistan, but the timing has been unclear. It was thought he would have already arrived by now and yet it’s understood he spent the night in Washington on Monday. The reason for this lack of clarity could be because of Iran’s reluctance to publicly commit to attend. Instead, there’s still anger…

The Bank of Uganda has officially started its Domestic Gold Purchase Programme, a new initiative aimed at strengthening and diversifying the country’s foreign exchange reserves. According to Reuters, the central bank made its first purchase on Friday, April 17, 2026, under a three-year pilot programme. The value of the first gold purchase was not disclosed. The Bank of Uganda said the programme will involve buying and processing domestically mined gold and adding it to Uganda’s foreign exchange reserves. The central bank said the move is intended to improve reserve adequacy and reduce risks linked to traditional reserve assets. Under the…

Tesla likely saved more than $400 million in U.S. taxes through offshore financial arrangements, according to a Reuters investigation published on April 20, 2026. The report says Tesla used subsidiaries in the Netherlands and Singapore to record around $18 billion in profits between 2023 and 2025. Reuters reported that these profits were not taxed in those countries and may have otherwise been reported in the United States, where they could have faced taxation. The findings appear to contrast with Elon Musk’s public criticism of tax avoidance. Musk has previously spoken against what he described as “shady” loopholes, while also saying…

Apple’s latest iPhone launch has raised a familiar question among customers and analysts: is the company moving too quickly with new models? Apple introduced the iPhone 17e in March 2026, positioning it as a more affordable model with several major upgrades, including the A19 chip, a 48MP Fusion camera, MagSafe support, Ceramic Shield 2, USB C, and 256GB starting storage. The launch comes as Apple is reportedly shifting toward a more staggered release strategy, with some models arriving outside the traditional September window. MacRumors reports that the iPhone 17 lineup launched in September 2025, while the next standard model is…

President Donald Trump and Iranian officials have both pointed to progress in recent talks aimed at ending the US Israeli war with Iran, but uncertainty over the Strait of Hormuz continues to threaten any breakthrough. Reuters reported that Iran’s top negotiator said talks had moved forward, while Trump described the conversations with Tehran as “very good.” Despite the positive language, neither side gave clear details about what had been agreed. Key disputes remain over Iran’s nuclear program, sanctions relief, and the future of the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important oil shipping routes. The strait remains a…

Sunrisers Hyderabad and Delhi Capitals gave the Indian Premier League fresh momentum on Saturday with two tense victories that highlighted different strengths: Hyderabad’s bowling depth and Delhi’s calm under pressure. Hyderabad defeated Chennai Super Kings by 10 runs, while Delhi beat Royal Challengers Bengaluru by six wickets. Hyderabad’s win stood out because of the way their younger bowlers defended a challenging total after Chennai appeared well placed in the chase. Chasing 195, Chennai needed 84 runs from the final 10 overs with seven wickets in hand, but Hyderabad’s attack turned the match around. Eshan Malinga led the way with 3-29,…

During the visit, President and CEO Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah met with Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry President Ferdinand Ferrer to explore opportunities for closer cooperation in areas such as artificial intelligence, digital transformation and smart cities. The delegation also held talks with the Management Association of the Philippines, focusing on expanding business partnerships and boosting collaboration across key sectors. Meetings were also held with leading Filipino companies to highlight Dubai’s investment advantages, particularly in the digital economy, real estate and retail. Lootah says the visit reflects a shared commitment to deeper engagement and stronger links between the business…