UAE supermarkets hold months of food stock as tensions rise
Dubai: Supermarket shelves across the UAE remain stocked with months of staple supplies, even as geopolitical tensions place renewed focus on shipping lanes, freight costs and energy markets. Retailers and supply chain leaders say the system is absorbing stress without disruption, supported by buff»»»
Flights cancelled: How stranded Indians in UAE can reach India via Oman and Fujairah
Dubai: Indian passengers stranded in the UAE whose flights remain cancelled and who do not have confirmed departures can consider alternative travel routes to return home. While regional airspace closures remain in place, the UAE has announced a limited resumption of flights. Safe air corridors hav»»»
Cheap insurance to crush Iran's oil chokehold, US Navy to begin escorting oil tankers in Hormuz, 'if necessary': Trump
Amid surging energy prices and private insurers withdrawing coverage, US President Donald Trump ordered the US International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) to immediately offer affordable political risk insurance and guarantees for all maritime trade, particularly energy shipments, through t»»»
Inside the decision that took America to war with Iran
Dubai: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu walked into the Oval Office on February 11 with one clear goal: Keep the United States on the path to war with Iran. According to The New York Times, the two leaders spent nearly three hours discussing potential attack dates, war objectives and the possibili»»»
Right to appeal convictions for illegal sentences gets high court hearing - UPI.com
During oral arguments Tuesday, Chief Justice John Roberts expressed concern over treating plea agreements like a typical binding contract. Pool photo by Win McNamee/UPI | License Photo WASHINGTON, March 3 (UPI) -- The Supreme Court heard arguments Tuesday on what limitations should exist for defend»»»
Under the same blue sky
By Fatima FSK On the desert grains I land, I hear stories of the whispering sand, Where once olive trees swayed, underneath them the hands that prayed. I rise with the dawns first light, Fly past the dunes; in my flight, I soar over the ocean so blue, I rest on the stones; absorb natures clue. The »»»
CB raises $500 million inoversubscribed AT1 issuance
QNA & TNN Doha In a significant move that underscores investor confidence in Qatar’s banking sector, Commercial Bank (CB) has successfully completed the issuance of $500 million in Additional Tier 1 (AT1) perpetual capital securities. The securities are non-callable for five and a half years, furth»»»
World's largest acidic geyser wakes up in Yellowstone from six-year slumber
The world's largest acidic geyser is putting on a show again, erupting for the first time in six years after a quiet hiatus, officials at Yellowstone National Park say. The Echinus Geyser - located in the park's famous Norris Geyser Basin - had been in slumber since 2020, and it's unknown whether t»»»
Over 44,000 travelers in UAE to be repatriated: Al Jazeera
Dubai: Al Jazeera reported that tens of thousands of travellers in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will be repatriated in successive phases, the country’s Economy and Tourism Minister Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri says. The first phase includes 17,498 passengers on 60 flights operated by national carrie»»»
Minnesota files suit against federal government for Medicaid funds - UPI.com
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison testifies during a Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs oversight hearing in February. Ellison announced Monday that he's suing the federal government for withholding state Medicaid funds. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo March 3 (UPI) -»»»
Trump threatens to halt trade with Spain over military base access
US President Donald Trump has threatened to halt all trade with Spain, after the country barred the US from using its military bases as part of its operation in Iran. In comments at the White House, Trump said Spain had been "terrible" and suggested "we're going to cut off all trade". "We don't wan»»»
Electro-Alfa International goes public on the BSE, following the IPO worth RON 579.64 million
Electro-Alfa International, whose technical solutions are manufactured in its four state-ofthe-art factories in Botoșani, Romania, is listed on the stock exchange under the ticker symbol EAI. The company’s market capitalization at the IPO price of RON 8.85 per share— the maximum price within the of»»»
Trump administration reverses course on law firms - UPI.com
The Department of Justice reversed course on four law firms it has been battling for nearly a year. The four firms challenged the Trump administration's executive orders against them. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo March 3 (UPI) -- After asking to drop its appeal on a day earlier, the Dep»»»
It's business as usual in DIFC as community members return to office
Dubai International Financial Centre asked community members and entities, on Tuesday, to continue to follow internal protocols and business continuity plans in the coming days as people resume office-based working arrangements. It added on its social media channels: “Community members are requeste»»»
Israel expands ground operations in Lebanon, moves to create buffer zone
Dubai: Israel said on Tuesday it had expanded its ground operations in southern Lebanon and was moving to establish a buffer zone along the border, as fighting with Hezbollah intensified amid a widening regional conflict. The Israeli military said troops had advanced beyond five existing positions »»»
Qatar resilient against any aggression targeting its security and sovereignty: Advisor to PM and Spokesperson for Foreign Ministry
Doha, Qatar: Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari affirmed that the State of Qatar is resilient against any aggression targeting its security and sovereignty, stressing that the attacks to which the country was s»»»
Ukrainian Paralympians barred from wearing ‘political’ uniform
Ukraine’s national team has been forced to urgently replace its ceremonial uniforms for the Winter Paralympics in Italy after the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) rejected a design featuring a map of the country based on Kiev’s territorial claims. The uniform design featured a map that incl»»»
President Iotova Calls for Return to Diplomacy, Human Rights and Peace
President Iliana Iotova called for a return to the value of diplomacy, human rights worldwide and peace at a traditional March 3 reception in celebration of Bulgaria's National Day on Tuesday. Speaking at an event at the Central Military Club, Iotova described March 3 as Bulgaria’s “sacred” date an»»»
Developers introducing the most expensive apartments in Warsaw and Poznan
Average asking prices for new apartments in Poland remained stable in most cities, except Warsaw and Poznań, where luxury developments pushed them higher. In Warsaw, the average price rose 1% in February to nearly PLN 19,400 per square meter, following a 4% increase in January driven by high-end pr»»»
Enery closes EUR 460 million green financing and launches Sustainable Financing Framework
The funding will be used for the construction of Enery’s Ogrezeni hybrid project in Giurgiu County, Romania, combining photovoltaic (PV) generation with battery energy storage. With an installed capacity of 761 MWp / 534 MW AC and more than 1 GWh of battery storage, Ogrezeni will be among the large»»»
Press Review - Papers discuss future of Ukraine after Trump's 'Iran gamble'
PRESS REVIEW – Tuesday, March 3: Papers discuss the new war in the Middle East and what it could mean for Russia's war in Ukraine. Also: Russian independent paper Meduza analyses the narrative of Russian state TV. Finally, did Jim Carrey attend the César Awards... or was it his clone? In»»»
US-Israeli strikes on Iran put China’s energy security at risk
Beijing has strongly condemned the joint US-Israeli attacks targeting Iran’s leadership and its infrastructure. As the main buyer of Iranian oil and a key strategic partner, China must now secure its own energy supply while avoiding becoming embroiled in a regional conflagration. China’»»»
Ecuador's Noboa imposes curfew in four provinces amid crime fight - UPI.com
Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa Noboa said the planned curfew in four provinces aims to protect communities affected by drug trafficking, illegal mining and gang violence. File Photo by Jose Jacome/EPA March 3 (UPI) -- Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa announced a nightly curfew in four provinces»»»
Hormuz blockade threatens 2022 energy crisis redux for Europe
A full blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and the halt of Qatari LNG exports have triggered sharp gas price spikes, exposing Europe’s depleted storage levels and raising the prospect that the EU may be pushed into a new energy crisis like the one it suffered in 2022. »»»
Price-sensitive, import-reliant India grapples to shore up energy security amid Hormuz crisis
India is scrambling to secure oil and gas supplies as fighting in the Gulf has disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital artery that carries around a fifth of global oil and LNG trade and underpins the country’s energy security. »»»
Hormuz blockade threatens 2022 energy crisis redux for Europe
A full blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and the halt of Qatari LNG exports have triggered sharp gas price spikes, exposing Europe’s depleted storage levels and raising the prospect that the EU may be pushed into a new energy crisis like the one it suffered in 2022. »»»
How exposed is China to the Hormuz crisis?
A prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz would hit China’s energy security hard, threatening to sever roughly half of its crude imports and a significant share of its LNG supply. WHAT: China could lose access to about h»»»
Strait of Hormuz closure to impact global fertiliser markets
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz will impact the global fertilizers market as more fertilizers traverse the straits on the way to the international market than hydrocarbons do. The straits were closed by the Iranian Rev»»»
Strait of Hormuz closure to impact global fertiliser markets
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz will impact the global fertilizers market as more fertilizers traverse the straits on the way to the international market than hydrocarbons do. The straits were closed by the Iranian Rev»»»
Strait of Hormuz closure to impact global fertiliser markets
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz will impact the global fertilizers market as more fertilizers traverse the straits on the way to the international market than hydrocarbons do. The straits were closed by the Iranian Rev»»»
Strait of Hormuz closure to impact global fertiliser markets
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz will impact the global fertilizers market as more fertilizers traverse the straits on the way to the international market than hydrocarbons do. The straits were closed by the Iranian Rev»»»
Strait of Hormuz closure to impact global fertiliser markets
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz will impact the global fertilizers market as more fertilizers traverse the straits on the way to the international market than hydrocarbons do. The straits were closed by the Iranian Rev»»»
Strait of Hormuz closure to impact global fertiliser markets
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz will impact the global fertilizers market as more fertilizers traverse the straits on the way to the international market than hydrocarbons do. The straits were closed by the Iranian Rev»»»
Strait of Hormuz closure to impact global fertiliser markets
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz will impact the global fertilizers market as more fertilizers traverse the straits on the way to the international market than hydrocarbons do. The straits were closed by the Iranian Rev»»»
Strait of Hormuz closure to impact global fertiliser markets
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz will impact the global fertilizers market as more fertilizers traverse the straits on the way to the international market than hydrocarbons do. The straits were closed by the Iranian Rev»»»
Strait of Hormuz closure to impact global fertiliser markets
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz will impact the global fertilizers market as more fertilizers traverse the straits on the way to the international market than hydrocarbons do. The straits were closed by the Iranian Rev»»»
Strait of Hormuz closure to impact global fertiliser markets
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz will impact the global fertilizers market as more fertilizers traverse the straits on the way to the international market than hydrocarbons do. The straits were closed by the Iranian Rev»»»
Strait of Hormuz closure to impact global fertiliser markets
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz will impact the global fertilizers market as more fertilizers traverse the straits on the way to the international market than hydrocarbons do. The straits were closed by the Iranian Rev»»»
Iran rushes IRR10mn banknote rollout to bolster cash supply in wartime
The Central Bank of Iran has been rushing the distribution of IRR10mn banknotes through selected bank branches nationwide since March 3. The decision to roll out the new large banknotes comes as Iran's local int»»»
Price-sensitive, import-reliant India grapples to shore up energy security amid Hormuz crisis
India is scrambling to secure oil and gas supplies as fighting in the Gulf has disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital artery that carries around a fifth of global oil and LNG trade and underpins the country’s energy security. »»»
How exposed is China to the Hormuz crisis?
A prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz would hit China’s energy security hard, threatening to sever roughly half of its crude imports and a significant share of its LNG supply. WHAT: China could lose access to about h»»»
Kazakh manufacturing hit by marked fall and elevated inflationary pressures in February, PMI shows
Manufacturing output in Kazakhstan contracted markedly during February, with companies experiencing a further reduction in new orders, according to the Freedom Holding and S&P Global Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) survey for the month. »»»
Czechoslovak Group announces acquisition of 49% share in Hungarian 4iG Space & Defence Technologies
Regional machinery and defence conglomerate Czechoslovak Group (CSG) has announced its entrance into the Hungarian defence industry by acquiring a 49% share in the local 4iG Space & Defence Technologies. The move »»»
Czechoslovak Group announces acquisition of 49% share in Hungarian 4iG Space & Defence Technologies
Regional machinery and defence conglomerate Czechoslovak Group (CSG) has announced its entrance into the Hungarian defence industry by acquiring a 49% share in the local 4iG Space & Defence Technologies. The move »»»
Middle East crisis to weigh on Romania’s economy via inflation and higher risk aversion
The escalating crisis in the Middle East is expected to affect Romania’s economy — and other countries in the region — mainly through two channels: higher energy prices sustaining inflation at elevated levels and increased investor risk aversion pushing up borrowing costs. »»»
Bulgaria’s former president launches new coalition ahead of April vote
Former Bulgarian president Rumen Radev will contest the April 19 snap parliamentary elections at the head of a newly registered coalition, Progressive Bulgaria, he announced on social media on March 2. The move was widely »»»
Rising gas prices add to pressure on Transnistria’s fragile economy
The recent surge in natural gas prices following the escalation of the Middle East conflict is adding fresh strain to the already fragile economy of Moldova’s pro-Russian separatist region, Transnistria, and opens new opportunities to the central authorities that seek quick integration of the regio»»»
Advent completes acquisition of Bulgaria-based tbi bank after ECB approval
Private equity investor Advent International has completed its acquisition of Southeast Europe-focused challenger lender tbi bank, a press release from tbi said, after receiving final regulatory clearance from the European Central Bank (ECB). »»»
Total lunar eclipse 2026 photos: Best 'Blood Moon' views from around the world - UPI.com
The moon turns red during a total lunar eclipse in Cairo In Egypt, on Sunday, September 7, 2025. The total lunar eclipse was visible across Asia, Africa, Europe, and Australia, lasting for 82 minutes and showcasing the stunning "Blood Moon". Photo by Ismael Mohamad/UPI | License Photo March 3 (UPI)»»»
Israel resumes attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon's southern suburbs - UPI.com
Smoke rises from destroyed buildings after Israeli strikes in the southern suburbs of Beirut, Lebanon, on Tuesday. The Israeli military stated it is conducting strikes across the country targeting Hezbollah infrastructure and personnel. Photo by Wael Hamzeh/EPA BEIRUT, Lebanon, March 3 (UPI) -- Isr»»»