Random cyclist did what Louvre’s entire security system couldn’t do during jewel heist

By THOMAS ADAMSON and SYLVIE CORBET, The Associated Press PARIS (AP) — Two suspects in the Louvre jewel heist on Wednesday were handed preliminary charges of criminal conspiracy and theft committed by an organized gang, according to the Paris...

Africa's Top 100 Banks 2025: North Africa is the strongest region

Morocco and Egypt both have a host of entries in our Top 100 Banks table and in the regional breakdown of the Top 20 North African banks. The two countries each hold two of the top four places in the regional table, led by National Bank of Egypt...

Algerian rapist who targeted men and women in UK city's 'Gay Village' jailed for life

A man who committed five rapes in late-night attacks in Manchester has been jailed for life. The court heard how the series of rapes took place between February and July 2024, and how Djelid would prey on and attack intoxicated victims in the city...

WashU–Fudan Tops Financial Times Global EMBA Ranking For The First Time

Washington University’s joint EMBA program with Fudan University in Shanghai is the Financial Times’ top global EMBA program of 2025. WashU photo The Washington University-Fudan University Executive MBA has taken the No. 1 spot in the world in the...

Mapic trade show to stage redesigned 30th edition on November 4-6 in Cannes

The Mapic commercial real estate show will be held at the Palais des Festivals in Cannes, France, on November 4-6. It is expected to host 160 exhibitors and to welcome some 4,000 visitors, including 1,800 representatives of retailers looking for...

Djibouti wins expo award as economy emerges among region’s fastest-growing

By our staff reporter The Republic of Djibouti is enjoying an exceptional moment on the global stage, earning a cultural distinction at the Osaka 2025 World Expo just as new economic forecasts highlight its rising regional prominence. Djibouti’s...

International business briefs: Saudi-Algeria $5bn oil deal

Kuwait — Kuwait Oil Company said on Monday it made its third offshore discovery with production capacity of more than 29- million cubic feet per day of natural gas, in a boost to the power-squeezed, desert nation's efforts to ramp up output. The...

Africa's Top 100 Banks 2025: the full list and our analysis

Our 2025 table of the Top 100 African banks has a very familiar look to it (scroll down for the full list.) The top three are in the same order as last year, while the only change in the composition of the top ten is that Algeria’s two biggest...

Africa braces for market fallout as EU tightens steel rules with 50% tariffs

The European Union’s decision to double its steel import tariffs to 50 percent has sent shockwaves through the global steel market, but Africa appears to have narrowly avoided the worst of the fallout. While most African exporters are exempt from...

Ecomondo 2025 Expands Global Reach

Ecomondo 2025, organized by Italian Exhibition Group (IEG), strengthens its global role as the leading event for green, blue, and circular economy professionals From 4th to 7th November at Rimini Expo Centre, the 28th edition of the Italian...

Turkish Airlines, Algerian Airlines ink memorandum of understanding

(MENAFN) Türkiye’s national airline, Turkish Airlines, and Algeria’s flag carrier, Air Algerie, formalized a memorandum of understanding on Friday to advance their strategic partnership. The deal creates a broader framework for collaboration,...

Business AFP OPEC+ meets with future oil production hanging in the balance

The OPEC+ alliance has shifted its strategy and has sought to gain market share by increasing output (Paul Ratje) Saudi Arabia, Russia and six other key members of the OPEC+ alliance are likely to agree to raise crude output when they meet...

Burgan Bank successfully prices $500 million in international bonds

This achievement underscores Bank’s solid position as a key player in international capital markets: Daher KUWAIT: In a strategic move that reflects global investors’ trust, Burgan Bank KPSC has successfully priced its $500 million five-year...

Two Suspects Admit to Louvre Heist Involvement, Prosecutor Says 

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Bank ABC backs FinTech Forward 2025 as Platinum Sponsor

Bank ABC, MENA’s leading international bank headquartered in Bahrain, has announced its participation as a Platinum Sponsor for the upcoming edition of FinTech Forward in Bahrain. Recognised as the region's premier strategic FinTech forum, the...

Business News | Gurdip Bath Congratulates St. Kitts and Nevis PM Terrance Drew on MIPAD Lifetime Achievement Award

VMPL New Delhi [India], October 4: The High Commissioner of St. Kitts and Nevis to India, H.E. Gurdip Dev Bath, has extended heartfelt congratulations to Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew on being honoured with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement...

Tunisia ranked 52nd in Global Crypto Adoption Index

The use of cryptocurrency continues to spread around the world, but very unevenly. Some countries are opening up and adopting these new technologies, while others are banning them outright, often due to fears of money laundering or financial...

Iberia Economy & Business Class 10% To 60% Award Sale For Travel October 13 – December 31, 2025 (Book By November 16)

Iberia has launched an excellent economy and business award sale for travel between October 13 and December 31, 2025, across most of its network (routes to Asia excluded). The discount varies between 10%, 30% and 60%, and most transatlantic...

UAC Rolls Out Second Prototype of Upgraded Yak-130M

One year after Russia’s United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) presented the upgraded Yak-130M trainer and light fighter aircraft concept, the company unveiled its second manufactured prototype. The aircraft ‘002’ sported a light and dark-grey...

Israeli genocide and Trump’s new plans for Gaza

James Supple looks at whether the ceasefire can last and what the last two years of genocide and resistance show about the prospects for Palestinian liberation Israel’s genocidal war has seen Gaza all but obliterated. The ceasefire has delivered a...