Gold retreats from a three-week high as a strengthening dollar weighs on precious metals
Gold bar and dollars Gold prices retreated from a three-week peak on Tuesday, pressured by a surging US dollar despite lingering uncertainty over US trade tariffs and ongoing geopolitical tensions. Market performance Spot gold dropped 1.5 percent to US$5,150.38 per ounce, while US gold futures for »»»
President Iotova: Work Must Continue on European Commission Approved SAFE Instrument Projects, Essential for Bulgarian Army
Work must continue on the projects already approved by the European Commission under the SAFE instrument, as they are essential for the Bulgarian Army. We need to see whether and how we can tackle the stages ahead, because it will not be easy, President Iliana Iotova told journalists on Tuesday. Io»»»
Trump to address a changed America at vital moment for his presidency
Few of Donald Trump's speeches to Congress have had as much riding on the outcome as the State of the Union address he will deliver on Tuesday night. Over the course of the past year, Trump has pushed the envelope of presidential power in a multitude of directions. He has achieved substantive accom»»»
What to know about Trump's State of the Union address
The stage is set for US President Donald Trump's State of the Union address on Tuesday evening. The US Capitol in Washington DC will be packed with the country's top lawmakers, Supreme Court justices, and military leaders to hear the president's message. Trump will address a joint session of Congre»»»
Tunis Chamber organises mission to Nairobi to foster relations with COMESA countries
Tunis, Feb 24 (TAP) - A business and trade mission to Nairobi (Kenya) will be organised on March 25-26, 2026 by the Tunis Chamber of Commerce and Industry, as part of efforts to foster economic relations between Tunisia and the Common Market for...»»»
107 HoR members state that they have not issued the decision to impose new import taxes
In a statement released yesterday, 107 members of the House of Representatives (HoR) affirmed that the House (in its entirety), as the competent legislative authority, has not issued any valid or enforceable decision authorizing the Central Bank of Libya (CBL) to impose taxes on goods or any other »»»
Mucunski: Close to agreement with US, maximum tariff 15%, lower for key products
Skopje, 19 February 2026 (MIA) – We are very close to finalizing an agreement, and the joint statement confirms this. With the few countries that the United States has already signed agreements with, the process was similar, first there was a joint statement, followed by the signing of an agreement»»»
DSB Marks Four Years Since Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine
Representatives of Democrats for a Strong Bulgaria (DSB) marked fours years since the start of Russian invasion of Ukraine on Tuesday. They arranged children’s shoes on a sidewalk in front of the Embassy of the Russian Federation in Sofia, as a symbol of the children’s lives taken during the war. A»»»
U.S. tariffs take effect, triggering market volatility and allied concern
Washington, Feb. 24 (SANA) New U.S. tariffs ordered by President Donald Trump have taken effect, signaling a renewed shift toward protectionist trade policies and raising concerns about broader global economic disruption. The measures impose a 10% duty on imported goods effective at midnight Tuesda»»»
From Two Hours to 30 Minutes: Qiddiya Bullet Train to Cut Riyadh Travel Time by 75%
Qiddiya is set to become significantly more accessible under plans to link the entertainment and tourism hub to King Salman International Airport and the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD) through the new Qiddiya Bullet Train. The project will reduce travel time to around 30 minutes, down from»»»
Nancy Guthrie abduction puts focus on 'kidnap and ransom' insurance - UPI.com
1 of 2 | An FBI image released on Feb. 10 shows a person of interest in the kidnapping of Nancy Guthrie, mother of Today show host Savannah Guthrie. The high-profile case has sparked discussions about who may want or need "kidnap and ransom" insurance. File Photo by FBI/UPI | License Photo ST. PAUL»»»
Bhopal case triggers outrage as sisters held over rape and conversion allegations
Dubai: A disturbing case involving allegations of rape, forced religious conversion and an alleged sex trafficking network has rocked Madhya Pradesh’s capital, with police arresting two sisters accused of luring and exploiting vulnerable young women under the pretext of offering jobs. The accused —»»»
Philippine house committee approves bill abolishing travel tax for Filipinos
Dubai: A key panel at the house of representatives of the Philippines has approved a measure seeking to abolish the Philippines’ travel tax, a move that could lower the cost of flying out of the country for millions of passengers. The house committee on tourism, chaired by Romblon representative El»»»
TMG’s Profit Climbs 43% in 2025 and FTSE Upgrade Boosts its Global Profile
Cairo — Talaat Moustafa Group Holding (TMG) delivered a robust financial performance in 2025, reporting a 43% year-on-year increase in consolidated net profit to EGP 18.2 billion, supported by broad-based growth across its real estate, hospitality, and recurring income segments. The results reinfor»»»
Egypt’s Foreign Reserves Reach Record $52.6bn in Early 2026
Cairo – Egypt’s foreign currency reserves have climbed to their highest levels on record, underscoring a marked improvement in the country’s external financial position amid a challenging global backdrop. In a series of infographics released this week, the Media Center of the Egyptian Cabinet highl»»»
Bahrain Banking Sector Eyes Major Consolidation as Profit Margins Normalize
Manama, Bahrain — Bahrain’s banking industry is entering a significant consolidation phase as profitability pressures increase, with competition among lenders intensifying and margins softening in a smaller, highly over-banked market. The most notable development is the ongoing merger discussions b»»»
Romania records EU’s steepest decline in new car registrations in January
New passenger car registrations in Europe declined year on year in January 2026, marking the first drop since June 2025, amid weaker demand in major markets including Germany, France, and Poland, according to data published by the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA), cited by Ager»»»
Police officer detained in Talas on suspicion of extortion - | 24.KG
The State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan (SCNS) reported that, as part of its systematic efforts to identify and combat corruption in law enforcement agencies, it uncovered a case of extortion by T.R.Z., a senior detective of the Criminal Investigation Department of the Department of»»»
Universities of Kyrgyzstan and South Korea sign trilateral agreement - | 24.KG
Osh State Pedagogical University and Bishkek Music and Pedagogical Institute have signed a trilateral agreement on international cooperation with leading universities of the Republic of Korea — Dong-Eui Institute of Technology and Kyungdong University, the Ministry of Education reported. According »»»
NEET pressure horror in Lucknow: Teen shoots father, tries to dump body parts
Dubai: A teenager has been arrested for allegedly shooting dead his 49-year-old father, a pathology lab owner, at their residence in Aashiana before dismembering the body and attempting to dispose of the remains, Indian media quoted the police as saying on Monday. According to investigators, the in»»»
Syrian Chambers of Commerce discuss preparations for NASTEX 2026
Damascus, Feb. 24 (SANA) The Federation of Syrian Chambers of Commerce discussed preparations for the International Exhibition NASTEX 2026, scheduled to be held under the patronage of President Ahmad al-Sharaa from April 1 to 4 at Damascus Fairgrounds. During a meeting on Monday, participants revie»»»
Winter storm blankets US northeast as travel bans imposed
New York: More than 40 million people were under weather warnings in the northeastern United States on Monday, as a winter storm dumped shin-deep snow and officials in New York enforced a citywide travel ban. The so-called "Nor'easter" pummeled the region overnight, disrupting flights and leaving h»»»
Saudi Arabia’s 2025 Budget: Record Non-Oil Revenues, Sustained Investment in Well-Being
Saudi Arabia closed the 2025 fiscal year with a strong economic performance underscoring the momentum of its national transformation drive and the resilience of its economy. Official results pointed to what authorities described as a strategic balance between expansionary spending and maintaining f»»»
Seoul stocks rally over 2 pct to land at fresh record high above 5,900 on tech rally - UPI.com
The Korea Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI), shown on a screen in the trading room at Hana Bank in Seoul, topped a record-high 5,000 on Tuesday. Photo by Yonhap Seoul shares surged more than 2 percent Tuesday to close at a fresh record high above the 5,900-point mark, driven by strong gains in te»»»
“I am a system person.” Interview with Daniyar Amangeldiev - | 24.KG
First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic Daniyar Amangeldiev spoke about sanctions, risks, and predictability in an interview with 24.kg news agency. — Daniyar Dzholdoshevich, one does not need to be an expert to observe that the external environment is becoming incr»»»
UAE school calendar 2026–2029: Holidays, key exceptions explained
Dubai: The UAE Ministry of Education’s three-year academic calendar for 2026–2029 announced on Monday not only establishes a stable rhythm of school holidays but also introduces flexibility and exemptions that will affect how families plan travel and downtime. The calendar, which applies to all pub»»»
Britain announces Ukraine package on grim 4th invasion anniversary - UPI.com
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer greets Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at No.10 Downing Street, London on October 24, 2025. Starmer on Tuesday announced a new package of humanitarian support for Ukraine. File Photo by Hugo Philpott/UPI | License Photo Feb. 24 (UPI) -- Britain announced a»»»
Etihad is hiring up to 3,000 people a year — here’s why
Abu Dhabi: UAE’s national airline Etihad Airways plans to continue large-scale recruitment as it expands its fleet, with the airline expecting to hire between 2,500 and 3,000 people per year over the next five years. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The guidance follows»»»
Hot Wheels Speed City to bring live entertainment for families in Qatar
Doha, Qatar: The cultural hub of Qatar, Katara Cultural Village, will be transformed into a multi-sensory city with immersive rides and interactive zone as it hosts Hot Wheels Speed City in the last week of March 2026. The event, set to take place at Katara South Parking, promises to be one-of-a-ki»»»
Survey: Romanians favour seaside holidays, most often in August
Romanians enjoy spending their holiday at the seaside and at the beach (39%), and more than a quarter of them (27%) plan their main vacation in August, followed by July (20%), according to a survey published by the global fintech company Revolut and conducted by Dynata.The survey shows a clear pref»»»
Romania–Poland infrastructure development has potential to create a strategic Baltic–Black Sea corridor
The Polish-Romanian Bilateral Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PRBCC) highlighted, during the “Business Breakfast” event held in Bucharest, the strategic role of modern infrastructure in accelerating cooperation between the two largest economies in Central and Eastern Europe – Romania and Poland. »»»
Romanian investors generate approx. 30% of the volume of transactions on local real estate market
Romanian investors generated approximately 30% of the volume of transactions carried out on the property market in 2025, accumulating investments of nearly 1.8 billion euros over the past ten years, according to data included in a specialised report published by Colliers. According to Colliers cons»»»
Romania's construction market near record highs, yet vulnerable to high costs and financing pressures
Romania's construction market entered 2026 with strong momentum, operating close to all-time highs and driven mainly by public investments, but also by steady interest from private developers, according to a Colliers analysis.Construction works rose by almost 8% between January and November 2025 co»»»
Etihad’s biggest profit ever — and it’s planning even bigger growth
Abu Dhabi: UAE's national airline Etihad Airways has reported its strongest financial performance in history, posting a record Dh2.6 billion profit for 2025 as margins more than doubled the global airline average. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Airline CEO Antonoaldo »»»
Army helicopter crashes in central Iran, killing four: state media
Tehran, Iran: A helicopter belonging to the Iranian army's Air Force crashed on Tuesday into a fruit market in the central province of Isfahan, killing four people, state media reported. The pilot, co-pilot and two fruit vendors on the ground were killed, the official IRNA news agency said, attribu»»»
Oil Rises to Near Seven-month Highs on US-Iran Tensions
Oil prices rose on Tuesday, nearing seven-month highs, with traders assessing risks to supply from any military escalation as another round of US-Iran nuclear talks loomed. Brent crude futures rose 48 cents, or 0.7%, to $71.97 a barrel by 0658 GMT, while US crude futures climbed 45 cents, or 0.7%, »»»
Ex-Zelensky Official Accused of Stealing $7.4M From Ukraine’s Energy Sector
The total amount of embezzlement in the case of Zelensky’s former Deputy Chief of Staff Rostyslav Shurma may more than double to more than $7 million, according to a Sputnik analysis based on court materials. Key details: A January 22 court ruling points out that the so-called “Person 8,” who serve»»»
Iranian Military Helicopter Crashes into Fruit Market, Four Dead
An Iranian Army helicopter crashed into a fruit market in the central province of Isfahan on Tuesday, killing the pilot, co-pilot and two merchants, state media reported. The helicopter came down in the city of Dorcheh, causing a fire that was put out by emergency services, the reports added.»»»
Philippines completes underwater search of sunken ferry
Manila: The Philippine Coast Guard, PCG, on Tuesday said it has completed a full underwater search of passenger ferry MV Trisha Kerstin 3, which sank off Basilan province on January 26, leaving at least 65 people dead. The PCG said 27 days of high-risk technical deep-water diving operations near Ba»»»
Bowen: Why Ukraine remains defiant and does not feel close to defeat
On a dark and cold night in Donetsk in eastern Ukraine, the netting protecting the road from attacks by explosive drones shimmered and rippled in the headlights of our armoured Toyota Land Cruiser, as we drove down strange and surreal tunnels to get in and out of the most intensive area of fighting»»»
Four years of war leave Russia stagnating and Ukraine exhausted
The war in Ukraine started exactly four years ago today. The Kremlin was hoping for a blitzkrieg victory but the heroic resistance by the local forces caught the Russian forces and Ukraine’s Western allies unawares. Four years on and Ukraine remains locked in a grinding war of attrition, but shows »»»
Four years of war leave Russia stagnating and Ukraine exhausted
The war in Ukraine started exactly four years ago today. The Kremlin was hoping for a blitzkrieg victory but the heroic resistance by the local forces caught the Russian forces and Ukraine’s Western allies unawares. Four years on and Ukraine remains locked in a grinding war of attrition, but shows »»»
India’s Tata Group, OpenAI team up for AI hub and ChatGPT rollout
Dubai: In a major boost for India’s artificial intelligence plans, the Tata Group has partnered with OpenAI to build a large AI facility in India and expand the use of AI tools across businesses. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The announcement was made in Dubai on Feb»»»
Ashghal launches Ramadan Tournament with 186 participants
Doha, Qatar: The 13th edition of the Ashghal Ramadan Tournament kicked off on Sunday, with the participation of approximately 186 players competing in seven games, in a sporting atmosphere that reflects the spirit of camaraderie and cooperation among the Authority’s employees during the holy month.»»»
HMC receives special appreciation award at Doha Equestrian Tour 2026–Al Shaqab
Doha, Qatar: Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) has been honoured with a special appreciation award in recognition of its role as the Official Medical Partner of the Doha Equestrian Tour (DET) 2026 – Al Shaqab, one of the Middle East’s leading equestrian series. The award was presented by President of»»»
CMU-Q celebrates growing global impact, unveils new alumni association and awards
Doha, Qatar: Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q), a Qatar Foundation partner university, hosted a landmark gathering for its alumni community at the Sheikh Faisal Bin Qassim Al Thani Museum. The event served as a celebration of the university’s growing legacy and the official launch of two »»»
Turkish Central Bank Total Reserves Fell Nearly $6 Bln Last Week, Bankers Say
The Turkish Central Bank's total reserves are expected to have decreased by around $5.8 billion last week to $206 billion, due to a eurobond redemption, bankers said. Three bankers consulted by Reuters calculated that net reserves decreased by $7 billion to $89 billion in the week ending Febru»»»
National Bank of Kyrgyzstan raises discount rate to 12 percent - | 24.KG
The Board of the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic raised the discount rate by 1 percent to 12 percent. The decision took effect today, February 24. The press service of the bank reported. Prices and reasons for the rate increase It was noted that «the external economic environment remains uneve»»»
Global Islamic fintech market projected to grow to $341bn by 2029
Doha, Qatar: DinarStandard, a US-based research and advisory firm, and Elipses, a leading ethical digital finance advisory and investment firm, jointly released the Global Islamic Fintech (GIFT) Report 2025/26. The report was produced in partnership with SalaamGateway.com, the largest Islamic econo»»»
MoCI launches 36 e-services to accelerate digital transformation
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) launched 36 new electronic services through its official website, as part of its ongoing efforts to advance digital transformation and enhance service efficiency, in line with the Ministry’s Strategy (2024–2030). In a post on its X platform,»»»