8 ways new AI rules will change how you bank in the UAE
Dubai: Artificial intelligence already helps banks in the UAE approve loans, spot fraud and handle customer service. The Central Bank of the UAE has now issued clear rules to make sure this technology is used responsibly and protects you as a customer. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Che»»»
More than 5,000 flights cancelled as US east coast digs out of record snow
A major snow storm hit the US east coast on Monday with record-breaking snow, causing disruptions for millions and thousands of flight cancellations. Parts of Rhode Island and Massachusetts have seen nearly 33in (83cm) of snow fall, with more than19in in New York's Central Park, the National Weathe»»»
Britain's ex-ambassador Peter Mandelson to U.S. arrested over ties to Jeffrey Epstein - UPI.com
Former British Ambassador to the U.S. Peter Mandelson, pictured in May 2025 in the White House, was arrested Monday amid an investigation into his ties to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Feb. 23 (UPI) -- British police on Monday arrested former Amb»»»
Indian community welcomes families of long-serving expatriates under Radio Malayalam CSR initiative
Tribune News Network Doha In a deeply moving community event, the Indian community in Qatar formally welcomed a total of 15 wives and mothers of long-serving Indian expatriates who are visiting Qatar on an all-expenses-paid trip under a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative by Radio Mala»»»
Vijayamanthrangal is a series of reminders, say speakers
Tribune News Network Doha Speakers at the release of Vijayamanthrangal Part 11, authored by Dr Amanulla Vadakkangara, observed that Vijayamanthrangal is far more than a collection of motivational books — it is “a series of reminders” that consistently calls humanity back to its core values and high»»»
Ashghal launches 13th edition of Ramadan tournament
Tribune News Network Doha 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 Ashghal’s employees during the holy»»»
QC distributes over 100,000 hot meals to fasting peoplein Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Charity’s offices in Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire have launched the iftar for the Fasting project, distributing 100,000 hot iftar meals to needy families, sponsored individuals, and the most vulnerable groups in the two countries, as part of the Ramadan campaign “the Good»»»
IN PHOTOS: Souq Waqif Asian Nuts & Dried Fruits Exhibition draws crowds with Ramadan offers
Doha, Qatar: The Souq Waqif Asian Nuts & Dried Fruits Exhibition 2026 continues to attract large numbers of visitors as its second edition runs at the Eastern Square, with a strong turnout seen on the third day from both residents and tourists. Running until March 1, the exhibition features more th»»»
Nineteen countries, along with Arab League and OIC, condemn in a joint statement Israeli decisions that introduce wide-ranging expansions to Israel's illegal control over West Bank
Doha: We, the Foreign Ministers of the State of Qatar, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Federative Republic of Brazil, the French Republic, the Kingdom of Denmark, the Republic of Finland, the Republic of Iceland, the Republic of Indonesia, Ireland, the Arab Republic of Egypt, the Hashemite Kingdom»»»
Northern Fleet warns of missile firing into Norwegian EEZ on anniversary of Ukraine all-out invasion
The Norwegian Armed Forces are closely monitoring the situation. However, the Norwegians stress that it is Russia’s responsibility to ensure the activity is conducted safely. Russia’s Northern Fleet has notified civilian aviation authorities and maritime traffic about planned missile firing in a se»»»
Queen tells Gisèle Pelicot her new memoir left her 'speechless'
Queen Camilla has told French rape survivor Gisèle Pelicot that she was left speechless by her new memoir, which she says she finished reading in just two days. The Queen invited Pelicot to her official residence in London, where the 73-year-old had been promoting her new book, Hymn to Life: Shame »»»
ICC embarks on hearings charging Philippine ex‑president with committing crimes against humanity
The Hague: The International Criminal Court (ICC) commenced Monday the preliminary hearings concerning former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, who faces three charges of committing crimes against humanity in the wake of the bloody anti‑narcotics campaigns he oversaw during his tenure. Duterte,»»»
Dubai draws surge of Chinese emigration amid graft crackdown - UPI.com
The sun sets behind the world's tallest completed building, the Burj Khalifa (rear C), rising high in the skyline above all other buildings of Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 26 January 2021 (reissued 30 January 2021). Dubai ruler and UAE Prime Minister Al Maktoum on 30 January 2021 announced that the»»»
US partially evacuates Beirut embassy amid rising Iran tensions
The US government has ordered all non-essential staff to leave its embassy in the Lebanese capital of Beirut after a security review, a senior State Department official has told the BBC. The decision comes as there are heightened tensions in the region, with US President Donald Trump threatening mi»»»
U.S, Canada issue travel warnings after Mexico cartel leader's killing - UPI.com
A vehicle set on fire at a shopping center by suspected members of organized crime is seen in Guadalajara, Mexico,, on Sunday after the killing of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as El Mencho, leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel. Photo by Francisco Guasco/EPA Feb. 23 (UPI) -- The United S»»»
Mexico deploys 10,000 troops to end violence
Mexico has deployed 10,000 troops to quell clashes sparked by the killing of the country's most-wanted drug lord that have claimed dozens of lives, officials said Monday. Nemesio "El Mencho" Oseguera, leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), was wounded Sunday in a shootout with soldiers»»»
France summons US envoy over ‘violent radical leftism’ warning
France has summoned the US envoy after the Trump administration sounded the alarm over what it described as the rise of “violent radical leftism” in the country. The remarks came after alleged members of a left-wing group killed French right-wing activist Quentin Deranque. Deranque, a 23-year-old m»»»
Ukraine negotiator tells BBC how it feels to sit across table from Russia
What is it like negotiating with the Russians over the war in Ukraine? It is a question many are interested in knowing the answer to following several recent rounds of peace talks, which have so far appeared to bear little fruit four years after Russia's full-scale invasion. Another round of the US»»»
UK police arrest ex-envoy Peter Mandelson in Epstein case
London police on Monday arrested former ambassador Peter Mandelson in a probe into allegations over his ties to disgraced US financier Jeffrey Epstein, only days after ex-prince Andrew was detained. Mandelson, a pivotal figure in British politics and the UK's former envoy to Washington, was arreste»»»
Ajman’s Ramadan cannon keeps cherished tradition alive
As the sun sets each evening during Ramadan, a familiar sound echoes across parts of Ajman, signalling the end of the day’s fast and the beginning of iftar. The Ramadan cannon, operated by the general headquarters of Ajman Police, continues to serve as one of the emirate’s most cherished traditions»»»
Ukraine reconstruction needs over 500 billion euros: international reports
Kyiv: An updated joint Rapid Damage and Needs Assessment (RDNA5) released Monday by Kyiv, the World Bank Group, the European Commission, and the United Nations currently estimates that the total cost of reconstruction in Ukraine is almost USD 588 billion (over 500 billion Euros) over the next decad»»»
MOCI launches 36 new electronic services
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) has launched 36 new electronic services through its digital platform on the Ministry’s official website. The newly launched services cover a wide range of activities, including prize draws, sales promotions, festivals, clearance sales and br»»»
Sali Berisha: Deputy PM Risks Up to 36 Years in Prison
Albania’s opposition leader Sali Berisha on Monday accused Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku of committing multiple criminal offenses and claimed she faces up to 36 years in prison if prosecuted and convicted. Speaking at a protest in Tirana, Berisha referenced discussions earlier in the day at»»»
China urges US to scrap all tariffs
China has urged the US to cancel the unilateral tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump following a US Supreme Court ruling that effectively struck down most of the measures. Trump imposed tariffs on many trading partners early last year, accusing them of unfair trade practices. Most faced a univ»»»
UAE warns of fog and low horizontal visibility
The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) forecast a chance of fog formation with a deterioration in horizontal visibility. In its weather update on Monday, the NCM said horizontal visibility may drop even further at times over some coastal, internal areas and islands from 10pm on Feb 23 until 10am »»»
Police fine 1,062 bikers nationwide for not wearing helmets
Over 1,060 people on motorbikes and electric scooters were stopped and fined for not wearing crash helmets in the third week of February, police said Monday, compared to more than 1,040 a week earlier. Police said 833 of the people were driving motorcycles, 124 were driving electric scooters and 10»»»
Egypt calls for dialogue in Kuwait-Iraq maritime border dispute following UN filing
Egypt is following with “great interest and concern” the maritime border issue between Kuwait and Iraq, the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on Monday, as regional tensions rise over coordinates and maps deposited by Baghdad at the United Nations. The Egyptian ministry emphasised in a stat»»»
‘Britons deserve better’ – Putin aide on Starmer and Epstein-linked ex-prince
Kirill Dmitriev, aide to Russian President Vladimir Putin, has slammed UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and former Prince Andrew over scandals involving both the British government and royal family, including allegations linking them to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. In a post on X on Monday,»»»
$273M in Ecuadorian exports at risk in dispute with Colombia - UPI.com
Ecuador's palm oil sector generates 110,000 jobs across 14 provinces, mainly in border areas. It exports between 6,000 and 8,000 metric tons per month to the Colombian market. Photo by Pixabay Feb. 23 (UPI) -- Nearly $273 million in annual Ecuadorian exports are at stake if a reciprocal 30% tariff »»»
BT Property expands its premium office portoflio through acquisition of Record Park
Until 2025, the fund was managed by BT Asset Management, and since October last year, the new manager is INNO Investments, which specializes in managing alternative investment funds. INNO Investments is the former OTP Asset Management Romania SAI SA, which joined the Banca Transilvania Group follow»»»
Anti-government student protests spread to more Iranian universities
A fresh wave of anti-government protests staged by students at several Iranian universities that began on Saturday has spread to more campuses, footage confirmed by BBC Verify and BBC Persian shows. They are the first large-scale demonstrations in the country since the nationwide protests in Decemb»»»
Al Habtoor Group takes legal action against Lebanese authorities
Al Habtoor Group said Monday that it has appointed one of the world’s leading international law firms specializing in sovereign disputes and treaty-based investment arbitration, to take legal action against Lebanese authorities over claims of investment losses of $1.7 billion. Al Habtoor said it ha»»»
FBI director defends Winter Olympics celebration with USA hockey team
FBI Director Kash Patel has defended his trip to the Winter Olympics in Italy after footage of him celebrating with the USA hockey team drew online criticism. In a post on X, Patel told "very concerned media" he was "extremely humbled" to be with the men's team after their victory over Canada in Mi»»»
Netflix boss defends bid for Warner Bros as Paramount deadline looms
The boss of Netflix has told the BBC its takeover bid for Warner Bros is better than a rival one from Paramount because it would expand the business and the industry. Co-chief executive Ted Sarandos told the Today programme Netflix's bid was focused on "growth", adding: "We're buying a movie studio»»»
Commerce ministry rolls out 36 new electronic services
DOHA: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) has launched 36 new electronic services through its official website, as part of its ongoing efforts to streamline procedures, improve service efficiency, and enhance the overall customer experience. In a statement issued on Monday, the ministry sa»»»
Experts calling for caution on home sales abroad
Polish capital is flowing mainly to EU real estate markets, although some investors are also exploring emerging destinations. Buying a second home abroad is no longer limited to the wealthiest; a strong Polish middle class is driving demand, supported by better flight connections, professional prop»»»
From Gdańsk to Constanța: Romania–Poland push for 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. »»»
US orders non-essential embassy staff to leave Beirut
Dubai: The United States has instructed non-essential personnel and eligible family members to depart its embassy in Beirut, citing heightened regional tensions and concerns over the risk of military escalation with Iran. A senior State Department official said on Monday that the decision followed »»»
Trial begins for Kouri Richins, Utah children's book author accused of killing husband - UPI.com
Kouri Richins, a Utah mother who authored a children's book about grief after her husband's death, is on trial for his murder on Monday. File Photo by Mike Theiler/UPI | License Photo Feb. 23 (UPI) -- Kouri Richins, a Utah mother of three who authored a children's book about grief after her husband»»»
From Bulgaria to the Mediterranean: American Warplanes Mass Near Iran
A visible concentration of United States military aircraft at Sofia’s Vasil Levski Airport has sparked political debate and public speculation in Bulgaria. The buildup began in the middle of last week, when multiple large US Air Force planes were observed on the tarmac at both the civilian airport »»»
State Department Orders Nonessential US Diplomats to Leave Lebanon as Tensions with Iran Soar
The United States has ordered nonessential diplomats and their family members at the US Embassy in Beirut to leave Lebanon, a State Department official said Monday, as tensions over Iran rise with the threat of a potentially imminent military strike. The official said a continuous assessment of the»»»
Urban Hub: The era of large-scale events where food mattered most is coming to an end
With this paradigm shift, Bucharest has significant potential to develop a strong niche events market and become increasingly visible on the European map of corporate event destinations. The city may not have many large-scale venues with full infrastructure for major conferences, but it compensates»»»
Romania–Poland infrastructure development has potential to create a strategic Baltic–Black Sea corridor
In a regional context marked by geopolitical shifts, infrastructure development has the potential to reshape existing trade routes by creating a corridor linking the Port of Gdańsk (Poland) and the Port of Constanța (Romania). This strategic axis could facilitate bilateral trade between the two cou»»»
Pre-trial hearings begin in former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte case at the ICC in The Hague - UPI.com
1 of 7 | Dahlia Cuartero, mother of a victim of an alleged extrajudicial killing during the war on drugs campaign of former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte, holds a picture of her son before watching a broadcast of an International Criminal Court proceeding from Quezon City, Manila, Philippine»»»
Djuric begins working visit to Washington
WASHINGTON - Serbian FM Marko Djuric began on Monday a working visit to Washington during which he will speak with US officials about the most significant topics for Serbia, ranging from regional security and the position of the Serbs - including in Kosovo-Metohija - to economic affairs and energy.»»»
Northern Fleet warns of missile activity into Norwegian EEZ on anniversary of Ukraine all-out invasion
The Norwegian Armed Forces are closely monitoring the situation. However, the Norwegians stress that it is Russia’s responsibility to ensure the activity is conducted safely. Russia’s Northern Fleet has notified civilian aviation authorities and maritime traffic about planned missile firing in a se»»»
Questions arise as to how Poland will pay billions for AI gigafactory
Poland is seeking to host one of the EU’s planned AI gigafactories, a flagship digital project costing an estimated €3 billion (around PLN 8.45 billion). Under the funding model, 35% would come from public sources, with half provided by the European Commission. Poland would need to contribute over »»»
Israeli Minister Says Army will Occupy All Gaza if Hamas Does Not Disarm
Israeli far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said Monday that Palestinian Islamist group Hamas may soon be given a deadline to lay down its weapons. "We estimate that in the coming days, Hamas will be given an ultimatum to disarm and completely demilitarise Gaza," Smotrich said in an intervi»»»
Afghanistan threatens retaliation over Pakistani airstrikes
Afghanistan has threatened retaliation after Pakistani airstrikes on its territory reportedly killed at least 18 people and left several others injured. The attack was carried out overnight on Saturday in the eastern provinces of Nangarhar and Paktika. According to Afghanistan’s Defense Ministry, “»»»
Battles between the cartels and security officials broke out in Mexico following the killing of a drug kingpin
Battles between cartel gunmen and security forces have broken out in multiple cities across Mexico after a top drug kingpin was killed by the military. Airports were locked down and thousands of tourists confined to their hotels and resorts as gunmen ran rampage over city streets, burning cars, sho»»»