Qatar sovereign fund agrees to buy 10% stake in China asset manager

The number of Israelis signing petitions for the return of captives from Gaza, even at the risk of halting the war, has surged to nearly 140,000 as of Saturday, reflecting rising frustration with the government's military strategy. The campaign, coordinated via Restored Israel, saw over 10,000 new signatories in just 24 hours, increasing the total from 128,114 to 138,434. Notably, 11,179 military personnel have joined the initiative, despite warnings from Prime Minister Netanyahu against dissent,...

Palestinian Outrage Over Mall Opening Amid WarPalestinians are expressing anger over celebrations for a new mall opening in Ramallah, deeming them inappropriate during the ongoing Israel-Hamas War, with some highlighting the stark contrast between festivities and the suffering in Gaza. Criticism has been directed at local officials and the mall's CEO, Qassam Barghouti, whose father is a convicted Fatah leader. Despite the backlash, there is hope that the mall could provide economic relief to the...

Elon Musk’s never-ending daddy issuesElon Musk, known for having 14 children with four women, continues to attract attention for his controversial views on procreation, reportedly referring to his offspring as a “legion” and expressing a desire to use surrogates to breed more efficiently. His recent interactions, including soliciting potential mothers via social media, raise ethical questions about his treatment of women as mere vessels for his ambitions. While Musk dismisses criticism as gossip, the media...

Is there US-European coordination toward Russia?Okaz, Saudi Arabia, April 12For more stories from The Media Line go to themedialine.org The West is grappling with the realization that achieving a decisive victory over Russia in Ukraine is challenging, as Russia adapts economically through new alliances with countries like China and India. While sanctions have damaged Russia, they have also led to economic costs for Europe and bolstered the dollar's dominance, prompting discussions on potential political compromises...

In the war-torn Gaza Strip, families are resorting to eating sea turtles as a rare protein source due to severe food shortages caused by an ongoing conflict and an Israeli blockade on aid. Majida Qanan, a displaced resident, shared her experience preparing turtle meat for her family, despite the children’s apprehensions, as they face escalating hunger. The UN warns that famine is likely unfolding across Gaza, with aid organizations highlighting the dire humanitarian crisis exacerbated...

SummaryOn Saturday, armed illegal Israeli settlers attacked the Bedouin village of Ras Ein al-Auja in the occupied West Bank, damaging property and impeding access to land, according to human rights groups. The al-Baydar Organization reported a significant escalation in settler violence against Bedouin communities, with 60 illegal outposts established since the Gaza war began on October 7, 2023, leading to the displacement of around 2,000 Palestinians. Tensions remain high in the West Bank, with at...