Court orders seizure of Tempe crash photos and videos from forensic experts
A Larissa court has ordered the immediate seizure of photos and videos taken by two forensic experts at the scene of the deadly Tempe train collision, after it emerged that the material had never been handed to judicial authorities. The request, submitted by lawyers supporting the prosecution, was »»»
Tunisia to host Afro-Asian International Olive Oil Competition (AAIOOC)–Abu Dhabi Edition
TUNIS, March 6 (TAP) – Tunisia will host the 2026 edition of “The Afro-Asian International Olive Oil Competition” (AAIOOC) – Abu Dhabi, from March 23 to 26. The event is organised annually by the Swedish group Global International Olive Oil...»»»
Fidaa Foundation commemorates tenth anniversary of Ben Guerdane epic
Tunis, March 6 (TAP) – The Fidaa Foundation on Friday held a ceremony to commemorate the tenth anniversary of Ben Guerdane epic (March 7) at the premises of the National School of Administration. This event is part of the foundation's activities to...»»»
Thousands of students protest against draft in Berlin (VIDEOS)
Several-thousand high school students have taken to the streets of Berlin to protest a recently adopted law that could lead to the reinstatement of compulsory military service. Under the new Military Service Modernization Act, all 18-year-old German men must register for potential service by fillin»»»
Markets, healthcare institutions operating normally: MoI
DOHA: The Ministry of Interior (MoI) affirmed that markets and healthcare institutions across the country are operating normally, noting that a sufficient strategic stockpile of food and medical supplies is available to ensure the continuity of supply and meet the needs of the community in accordan»»»
Philippines adopts temporary 4-day work week in government sectors
Dubai: Philippine president Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered the temporary implementation of a four-day work week in selected government offices under the executive branch starting on March 9. The directive forms part of the government’s contingency measures to address the impact of the ongoing cri»»»
Task Force Provides Update on Middle East Evacuation Efforts
The task force set up with the Foreign Ministry amid the Middle East escalation provided an update Friday on the efforts to evacuate Bulgarian citizens from the countries in the region. "This is a real operation, Sincere Care, launched by order of the prime minister. We are carrying it out using al»»»
Bulgaria Condemns Iranian Attacks and Ramps Up Evacuations of Citizens from the Middle East
Bulgaria has issued a strong condemnation of the ongoing Iranian attacks against neighboring countries in the Persian Gulf and the broader Middle East, describing them as unprovoked and indiscriminate. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs called for an immediate halt to these attacks, stressing the need»»»
Hungary detains 7 Ukrainian bank employees, seizes $75M - UPI.com
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha, right, has accused Hungary of kidnapping seven Ukrainian bank employees. File Photo by NATO/UPI | License Photo March 6 (UPI) -- Ukraine's foreign minister accused Hungary of kidnapping seven Ukrainian state bank employees and stealing the cash and gold the»»»
Former Bulgarian European Prosecutor Reports Threats from Senior Prosecutors, Political Leader
Caretaker Minister of Justice and Deputy Prime Minister Andrey Yankulov has received a tip-off from former European prosecutor Teodora Georgieva about pressure and threats from senior prosecutors and a political leader. This transpires from a press release by the Justice Ministry saying that Yankul»»»
Construction of solar power plant planned in Kochkor district - | 24.KG
On March 6, a ceremony of signing a stabilization agreement for the implementation of an investment project for the construction and subsequent operation of a solar power plant was held at the National Investment Agency under the President of the Kyrgyz Republic. Meerimbek Koichumanov, Deputy Head »»»
Dubai steps up price checks after shoppers report produce spike
Dubai: Authorities in Dubai have intensified monitoring of supermarket prices after residents reported sudden increases in the cost of fruits and vegetables across several retail outlets. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Officials say inspection teams are actively revie»»»
How protecting nature could make the world safer
Nature and EnvironmentHow protecting nature could make the world saferJosh AxelrodDebt-for-nature swaps and conservation funds to halt biodiversity loss are gaining traction as governments link ecosystem collapse to geopolitical instability. https://p.dw.com/p/59TjZA UK government assessment warns »»»
Ant Middleton: I flew back to Dubai to be with my family, we're not going anywhere
Former special forces soldier and television personality Ant Middleton has braved combat zones, climbed the world’s highest peaks and built a TV career around resilience. Yet even he admits the past week has been unsettling. Speaking exclusively to Gulf News in Dubai after returning from London, Mi»»»
LBC’s Second Public-Private Dialogue Session on leveraging technology to mitigate economic crises held in Tripoli
The Libyan Business Council (LBC) announced yesterday that last Wednesday (4 March) the Second Dialogue Session of the Public-Private Institutional Dialogue Initiative, organized by the LBC in cooperation with Tetra Tech International Development, was held at a leading Tripoli hotel. The session wa»»»
AGOCO’s Al-Bayda field well Z-13 commences production via Al-Dur station with initial production of 488 barrels per day
The Arabian Gulf Oil Company (AGOCO) has begun operating well Z-13 in the Al-Bayda field and connecting it to the Al-Dur station after completing the mechanical connection work. According to technical data, initial tests of the well showed a crude oil production rate of approximately 488 barrels pe»»»
Photo of the day: First Lady presented with Aigul flower at Bishkek celebration - | 24.KG
Kyrgyzstan’s First Lady, Aigul Japarova, participated in a festive event held at the Bishkek City Hall to mark International Women’s Day. During the holiday concert held at Zhashtyk Arena, the First Lady was presented with a symbolic gift—a postcard depicting an Aigul flower. The concert, held at Z»»»
Stock market sheds 1.5% over week
Tunis, March 6 (TAP) - The stock market posted a decline of 1.5% over the week, closing at 14,951.24 points, bringing the index’s performance since the beginning of the year to 11.2%, according to stockbroker Tunisie Valeurs.Despite the lack of...»»»
Iran Destroys US Radars in UAE, Jordan, Satellite Images Show
Satellite images show that several US military radars in the UAE and Jordan have been successfully hit by Iranian missiles and drones as the Iranian Armed Forces continue a retaliatory campaign against US and Israeli aggression. New images from several military installations across the Arabian Peni»»»
Stop Punishing Lebanon’s Civilians for Hezbollah’s Crimes – Ya Libnan
Share: Photo- Smoke billows after Israeli attacks on Beirut’s southern suburbs early on Friday, March 6, 2026 . The death toll from Israeli attacks on Lebanon this week has risen to at least 123 people ( mostly civilians) , the Lebanese Ministry of Public Health says, as a new wave of strikes pound»»»
War prompts Maersk to suspends shipping routes serving Persian Gulf - UPI.com
The escalation of the Iran conflict forced Danish container shipping giant Maersk to halt two key trade routes linking markets in the Middle East with Europe and Asia. File Photo by Jerry Lampen/EPA-EFE March 6 (UPI) -- Global shipping giant Maersk announced Friday it was temporarily halting two ke»»»
Theater Directors Present Position Regarding Problems in Performing Arts Sector
A position regarding the accumulated problems related to the development and activities of the Performing Arts sector was presented on Friday at the Sofia press club of BTA by the directors of the Ivan Vazov National Theater, the Aleko Konstantinov Satirical Theater, the Theatre Bulgarian Army and »»»
200 Employees Out of a Job: Battery Manufacturer Closure Signals Broader Struggles for Bulgarian Manufacturing
The Pazardzhik-based battery manufacturer "Elhim-Iskra" will halt operations and begin laying off staff, affecting nearly 200 employees, according to APIS data, Bulgarian media "Capital" reported. In an announcement to the Bulgarian Stock Exchange, the company attributed the decision to a challengi»»»
30,000 visitors attend ‘Ramadan in Al Ain’ community events
Abu Dhabi: The “Ramadan in Al Ain” events have attracted more than 30,000 visitors since their launch, offering families a mix of shopping, entertainment and traditional heritage activities during the holy month. The events are being held at Al Ain City Municipality Square and are organised by Al A»»»
AGOCO's Sarir refinery returns to operation after a 3-year halt
The National Oil Corporation announced yesterday the reactivation of the petrol production unit at the Arabian Gulf Oil Company’s (AGOCO) Sarir refinery, after a hiatus of nearly three years, as the first quantity of petrol was pumped into the tanks, to mark the unit’s return to operation. The re»»»
UAE residents step up for restaurants as tourist visits slow — prices stay steady
Dubai: Some restaurants in Dubai are seeing stronger engagement from residents, while others report a drop in tourist-driven dining, as the city’s hospitality sector adjusts to ongoing regional travel disruptions. Operators say the industry is focusing on maintaining operations, supporting staff, a»»»
Bulgaria Sees Rising Fuel Prices: A95, Diesel Hit Hardest
Fuel prices in Bulgaria have risen by 2 to 5 percent over the past week, largely due to supply restrictions following the outbreak of military operations in the Middle East. Data from the specialized platform Fuelo, cited by BTA, shows that the most commonly used gasoline, A95, has climbed by 0.04 »»»
Political Party Pushes for Bulgaria’s Inclusion in French Nuclear Protection Program
The political party Democrats for a Strong Bulgaria (DSB) have proposed that Bulgaria consider joining the initiative of French President Emmanuel Macron to extend France’s nuclear deterrence guarantees to other European countries. According to the party’s leader Atanas Atanasov, the issue should b»»»
Indian Embassy opens registration for transit travellers stranded in Qatar, urges nationals to follow MoI guidelines
Doha, Qatar: The Embassy of India in Qatar has opened a registration link to facilitate temporary transit visas for Saudi Arabia for Indian nationals stranded in Qatar on transit while also urging the community to strictly follow the guidelines issued by Qatari authorities amid the current security»»»
Iran claims it forced US aircraft carrier to retreat
Iran claims to have forced the USS Abraham Lincoln strike group to relocate with new attacks, while Washington insists the warships remain involved in the regime-change operation against Tehran. In a briefing on Thursday, Iranian military spokesman Ebrahim Zolfaghari claimed the Nimitz-class aircra»»»
Bulgaria Warned: Gasoline Could Hit €1.50 if Oil Reaches 100 Dollars per Barrel
In Bulgaria, fuel industry experts warn that if oil prices reach USD 100 per barrel, gasoline at the pump could exceed €1.50 per liter. Ventsislav Pengezov, owner of a gas station in Ruse, told BGNES that in just four days, retail fuel prices have risen by roughly 14 euro cents per liter. He noted »»»
GERB-UDF Lawmaker Opposes Idea of Bulgaria Joining France's Nuclear Initiative
The chair of the parliamentary defence committee, Hristo Gadjev (GERB-UDF) had a harsh reaction to a suggestion by Democrats of Strong Bulgaria of the Continue the Change - Democratic Bulgaria (CC-DB) coalition that Bulgaria should join France's initiative for an extended nuclear umbrella to includ»»»
Bulgarian President, Foreign Diplomats Discuss Women's Empowerment at Conference in Sofia
A conference titled "Shaping the Future: Women at the Helm" took place in Sofia on Friday. The event, timed in with the upcoming International Women's Day, was organized by the German-Bulgarian Chamber of Industry and Commerce through the Women's Network@DBIHK initiative in partnership with the Kon»»»
Greece Steps In: Patriot Missiles and F-16 Jets to Shield Bulgaria’s Skies
Greece will provide air defense support to Bulgaria by deploying a Patriot missile system and F-16 fighter jets as part of coordinated measures between the two NATO allies. The announcement was made by Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias after discussions with Bulgaria’s acting Minister of Defense»»»
Emirates and Etihad Airlines to resume limited flights
Abu Dhabi, March 6 (SANA) Emirates and Etihad Airways announced Friday a limited resumption of flights from the United Arab Emirates to major international destinations amid ongoing regional airspace risks. The Emirates News Agency reported that Etihad said passengers with existing bookings will be»»»
Cabinet Chairman: Women will hold 30 percent of leadership positions by 2030 - | 24.KG
Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan Adylbek Kasymaliev held a ceremonial meeting with the female staff of the Presidential Administration and congratulated them on the upcoming International Women’s Day. In his speech, the Cabinet Chairman noted that the holiday is deeply rooted in t»»»
Gulf states will shut down oil exports within weeks if Iran conflict persists: Al Kaabi
DOHA: Qatar expects all Gulf energy producers to shut down exports within weeks if the Iran conflict continues and drives oil to $150 a barrel, Minister of State for Energy Affairs and the President and CEO of QatarEnergy HE Saad Sherida Al Kaabi has told the Financial Times in an interview publish»»»
U.K. arrests 4 Iranians on suspicion of assisting Iranian intelligence - UPI.com
Counter-terrorism police in London arrested an Iranian and three dual Iranian-British natiionals on suspicion of carrying out reconnassiance for Iranian intelligence of Jewish people and locations linked to the capital's Jewish community. File Photo by Hugo Philpott/UPI | License Photo March 6 (UPI»»»
Emirates expects full flight network to resume in days
Dubai: Emirates said it expects to restore 100 per cent of its global network within the coming days, as regional airspace gradually reopens. “The airline anticipates a return to 100 per cent of its network within the coming days, subject to airspace availability and the fulfilment of all operation»»»
Intense Israeli strikes hit Iran and Lebanon
Intense Israeli airstrikes pounded the capitals of Iran and Lebanon on Friday as the United States apparently struck an Iranian drone carrier at sea in its unrelenting campaign against the Islamic Republic’s fleet of warships. Iran launched new retaliatory attacks in the Middle East at the end of a»»»
Israel’s Hezbollah Attacks Are Likely to Continue Beyond Iran War, Source Says
Israeli attacks against Lebanon's Iranian-backed Hezbollah group will likely continue after its joint air war with the US against Iran ends, a source briefed on Israel's military strategy told Reuters, describing the two fronts as unconnected. Israel warned Lebanon before the war that it would stri»»»
Romanian CEOs cautious on growth outlook despite strong expansion strategies – PwC survey
Optimism among chief executives in Romania has fallen to its lowest level in the past five years, even as companies continue to expand into new sectors, gain market share, and plan acquisitions, according to the local edition of the PwC CEO Survey 2026. Only a quarter of Romanian CEOs expect their »»»
Activists ask President Japarov to allow March 8 rally in Bishkek - | 24.KG
The organizing committee of an event dedicated to International Women’s Day has appealed to President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov with a request to permit the rally in Bishkek. The appeal says that activists plan to hold the event in Maxim Gorky Park. Organizers say the aim of the rally is to draw »»»
Consul General in Siberia discusses launch of Novosibirsk - Tamchy flight - | 24.KG
The Consul General of Kyrgyzstan in Novosibirsk, Aibek Aidarbekov, met with the Minister of Economic Development of the region Svetlana Scharpf. The main topic of the talks was strengthening bilateral tourism ties and increasing the volume of travel between the two countries. The diplomat emphasize»»»
Enterprise Investors backs fast-growing Romanian gym chain
18GYM operates 37 clubs with an average location size of approximately 1,500 square meters – reflecting the company’s focus on spacious, modern facilities. Each club includes dedicated zones for cardio, functional training, strength machines and free weights. The high-quality training space combine»»»
Eurostat: Romania among EU countries with largest gender employment gap
Romania remains among the European Union countries with the widest gender employment gaps, according to new data published by Eurostat, highlighting persistent disparities in the labor market despite gradual improvements across the bloc. In 2024, the employment rate for men in the EU reached 80.8%,»»»
Problems in Middle East have put Romania at top of the list of holiday options
Romania, a safe and comfortable choice More than half of Romanians choose to travel with their families, and almost 35% prefer vacations as a couple, which shows that the holiday period is mainly dedicated to spending time together and relaxing. In the current international context, with tensions i»»»
Washington Counts on Insurance Guarantees to Keep Hormuz Shipping Flowing
In a bid to break the paralysis affecting one of the world’s most critical waterways, US President Donald Trump has proposed to provide insurance risk guarantees as a strategic tool to impose stability in the Strait of Hormuz, through which roughly 20 percent of global oil flows. Experts, however, »»»
Kyrgyzstan exports more than 200,000 flowers in first two months of 2026 - | 24.KG
Flowers grown in Kyrgyzstan are sold not only on the domestic market but also exported abroad, the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan reported. According to the ministry’s press service, Kyrgyz flowers are mainly exported to Russia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan»»»
Sofia Conference Curtainraises International Women's Day
A conference titled "Shaping the Future: Women at the Helm" is taking place in Sofia on Friday. The event, timed in with the upcoming International Women's Day, is organized by the German-Bulgarian Chamber of Industry and Commerce through the Women’s Network@DBIHK initiative in partnership with the»»»