The American Express Times
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Trump on Iran’s State of Collapse and Talks Impasse
President Donald Trump rejected Iran’s recent peace offer that delays nuclear talks until after ending the Gulf conflict and lifting the U.S. blockade. The ongoing standoff continues to disrupt global energy markets and regional security, with leadership changes in Iran complicating prospects for a negotiated settlement.
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US mulls warships from S Korea, Japan
The Pentagon is considering outsourcing the design and construction of advanced frigates to South Korea and Japan through a proposed $1.85 billion feasibility study included…
Semiconductor group IQE raises £81 million funding
IQE has raised £81 million through a discounted share issue, including a £45 million investment from US firm Macom, which now holds 11.5% of voting…
BYD Weak Domestic Performance Stings
BYD reported a 55% drop in net profit for Q1 2026, primarily due to a weaker domestic market, though its earnings still surpassed analyst expectations.…
Ametek Near Deal for Part of CD&R Company
Ametek is in exclusive talks to acquire Indicor’s testing and measurement businesses for around $5 billion, with the deal potentially closing soon but still uncertain.…
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UAE announces withdrawal from OPEC and OPEC+ to focus on national interests
The United Arab Emirates announced it will leave OPEC and the OPEC+ alliance effective Friday to prioritize its national interests and energy strategy after nearly…
Iraq nominates Ali Al-Zaidi as prime ministerial candidate
Iraq’s Coordination Framework coalition has nominated Ali Al-Zaidi as its candidate for prime minister, with President Nizar Amedi inviting him to form a new government.…
Kuwait and Turkey enhance humanitarian cooperation
Kuwait and Turkey met to strengthen their collaboration on humanitarian aid, with Turkish Ambassador Tuba Nur Sonmez and Kuwait Red Crescent Society Chairman Khaled Al-Mughamis…
Ministry of Interior reaffirms digital transformation and service efficiency commitment
The Ministry of Interior, led by Major General Abdulwahab Al-Wuhaib, conducted an inspection of key service centers to assess and enhance digital systems and service…
Kuwait strengthens education and workforce ties with expanded training and data sharing
Kuwait’s Public Authority for Applied Education and Training and the Public Authority of Manpower met to enhance collaboration aimed at aligning education and vocational training…
Namaa Charity opens comprehensive Islamic center in Tanzania
Namaa Charity has opened a new Islamic center in Dodoma, Tanzania, featuring a mosque and classrooms to serve over 250 local beneficiaries. This center aims…
UK’s King Charles Meets Trump Amid Transatlantic Tensions
King Charles III and Queen Camilla visited the United States for four days beginning April 27 to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence and…
At Least 23 Killed in Mali’s Kati as Rebels Advance
At least 23 people, including civilians and soldiers, were killed during coordinated attacks by jihadist and Tuareg separatist groups on a military camp near Mali’s…
Kuwait and Spain discuss enhancing civil aviation cooperation
Kuwait’s Director General of Civil Aviation, Sheikh Hamoud Mubarak Al-Hamoud Al-Sabah, met with Spain’s Ambassador Manuel Hernandez Gamayo to discuss enhancing cooperation in the civil…
Kuwait approves 132 prosecutor candidates in judiciary drive
Kuwait’s Ministry of Justice has approved 132 candidates as Junior Legal Researchers, qualifying them to join the Public Prosecution as Public Prosecutors. This largest-ever recruitment…
Kuwait bids for ITU Council membership to promote global digital transformation
Kuwait has officially announced its candidacy for the International Telecommunication Union Council for the 2026-2030 term, aiming to influence global telecommunication policies and digital development.…
Opinion: The power of judgment amid regional conflict
The recent military conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran has directly affected the Gulf region, exposing the vulnerabilities of weaker states and causing…
Iran’s Leadership Fragmentation Amid Ongoing War
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in the early stages of the conflict with the U.S. and Israel, leaving his wounded son Mojtaba…
Iran Reports Minab School Strike Death Toll at 155
Iran reported that a missile strike on a Minab elementary school killed 155 people, including students, teachers, and nearby civilians, on February 28. The U.S.…
Courts Rebuff Trump’s Push for State Voter Rolls Ahead of Midterms
Federal courts in several states have dismissed the Justice Department’s attempts to obtain detailed voter registration data ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. This ruling…
Indonesia Train Crash Death Toll Rises to 15 as Evacuations End
A train collision near Jakarta's Bekasi station killed 15 women and injured 88 others after a long-distance train struck a stationary commuter train that had…
North Korea Executions Surge During COVID Pandemic
North Korea has more than doubled executions during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly targeting individuals accused of consuming foreign media such as South Korean entertainment. This…
Kuwait intensifies coordination to improve human rights implementation
Kuwait’s National Standing Committee for Preparing Reports and Following Up on Recommendations Related to Human Rights met to review progress and plan future actions to…
Kuwait and UK discuss military and defence cooperation
Kuwait’s Minister of Defense Sheikh Abdullah Ali Al-Salem Al-Sabah met with UK Minister Luke Pollard to discuss expanding military and defense cooperation between the two…
Kuwait enhances anti-corruption efforts through legal and institutional cooperation
The Kuwait Anti-Corruption Authority (Nazaha) and the Fatwa and Legislation Department have strengthened their partnership to improve legal frameworks and institutional cooperation in combating corruption.…
Tripartite talks focus on regulating civil society and expanding elderly care
Kuwait’s Ministry of Social Affairs, along with the Ministries of Foreign Affairs and Manpower, held a meeting to clarify the roles of professional associations and…
NCCAL plans return of theatrical activity under safety guidelines
The National Council for Culture, Arts and Letters in Kuwait has announced plans to resume theatrical performances with strict safety measures following a comprehensive meeting…
Zionist Strikes Kill Five Including Boy in Gaza
Five Palestinians, including a nine-year-old boy, were killed in separate drone and airstrikes in the Gaza Strip amid ongoing violence despite a ceasefire brokered in…
Zionists Using Water Access as ‘Weapon’ in Gaza, MSF Warns
Doctors Without Borders has accused Zionist authorities of deliberately damaging Gaza’s water infrastructure and blocking supplies, causing severe shortages that affect millions of Palestinians. This…
Dozens of Children from Gaza Arrive in Jordan for Medical Care
A group of 81 Palestinian children from Gaza, accompanied by 108 family members, arrived in Jordan to receive medical treatment as part of the 26th…
Indonesian Police Arrest 13 Over Daycare Abuse Scandal
Indonesian authorities arrested 13 people, including daycare staff and administrators, after footage revealed toddlers at a Yogyakarta center were restrained and confined in cramped conditions.…
Global Financial Regulators Lag Behind Banks in AI Adoption
Financial institutions are incorporating AI technologies at more than twice the rate of central banks and regulators, who currently lack sufficient data and tools to…
WHO Warns Progress on Eliminating Hepatitis Is Too Slow
The World Health Organization reports that progress in eliminating hepatitis B and C remains insufficient, with millions still undiagnosed and untreated despite available vaccines and…
First Fully Loaded LNG Tanker Passes Through Strait of Hormuz Since War
The LNG tanker Mubaraz, operated by Abu Dhabi National Oil Company, became the first fully loaded vessel to pass through the Strait of Hormuz since…
stc reports KD 85.3 million in revenues, KD 9.2 million in net profit for Q1 2026
Kuwait Telecommunications Company (stc) reported first-quarter 2026 revenues of KD 85.3 million and a net profit of KD 9.2 million, maintaining stable financial performance despite…
BP reports huge profit rise in first quarter
BP more than doubled its first-quarter profits to $3.2 billion, driven by its trading unit capitalizing on volatile oil prices caused by Middle Eastern geopolitical…
Al-Sager: NBK’s Q1 2026 performance underscores the resilience of its diversified business model
National Bank of Kuwait reported a net profit of KD 135.5 million for Q1 2026, marking a 1 percent increase from the previous year amid…
Taylor Swift files to trademark her voice amid AI clone boom
Taylor Swift has filed trademark applications with the USPTO to protect her voice, including sound recordings introducing her latest album, in response to rising concerns…
16th century wreck found off Sweden offers unique insights
Swedish authorities discovered a well-preserved 16th-century shipwreck in the Kalmar Strait during a 2025 navy exercise, dating back to the late 1500s. This find, older…
LIV Golf postpones June New Orleans event amid funding concerns
LIV Golf has postponed its New Orleans tournament originally scheduled for late June due to funding uncertainties linked to a reduction in support from Saudi…
Real Madrid defender Eder Militao to miss World Cup after surgery
Real Madrid defender Eder Militao underwent surgery to repair a hamstring tendon rupture and is expected to miss the upcoming World Cup. His likely absence…
Crude Oil Prices Climb Amid Strait of Hormuz Stalemate Fears
Brent crude oil prices climbed above $110 per barrel following a stalemate in negotiations to reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, which has been…