The Peninsula 1m

King of Jordan, WHO Director-General discuss humanitarian aid delivery to Gaza

Amman: King Abdullah II of Jordan and Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO) Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus discussed the need to intensify international efforts to deliver humanitarian aid and medical supplies to Gaza Strip without restrictions. During their meeting on Wednesday, »»»

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Gulf News 2m

Indian PM Modi tweets in Malayalam to hail Kerala’s name change to Keralam

Dubai: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has taken to social media in Malayalam to mark Union Cabinet Committee’s approval to rename the south Indian state of Kerala as “Keralam”. In his tweet, Modi praised the willpower of the state’s people and said the move strengthens the bond with India’s ri»»»

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Sputnik 6m

Geneva to Host US-Iran, US-Ukraine Talks on February 26 - Foreign Ministry

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Geneva will host US-Iran and US-Ukraine talks on February 26, and Swiss representatives will not participate in the meetings, Swiss Foreign Ministry Communications chief Nicolas Bidault told RIA Novosti on Wednesday. "Yes, that is correct," Bidault said, when asked if the confede»»»

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Al Awsat 6m

IMF Says Syria Ended 2025 with a Small Budget Surplus

The International Monetary Fund said on Wednesday that the Syrian government ended 2025 with a small budget surplus and that its revenue projections were ambitious but feasible, as the agency's staff concluded a visit to Damascus. "Syria’s economy continues to show signs of recovery, with activity »»»

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Al Awsat 18m

NASA Moves its Artemis II Moon Rocket off the Launch Pad for More Repairs

NASA moved its grounded Artemis moon rocket from the launch pad back to its hangar Wednesday for more repairs. The slow-motion trek at Florida’s Kennedy Space Center was expected to take all day. The 322-foot (98-meter) Space Launch System rocket had spent a month at the pad ready for potential lif»»»

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Al Awsat 19m

Iraqi Justice Minister to Asharq Al-Awsat: ISIS Prisoners Held at a Fortified Site, Escape Impossible

Iraqi Justice Minister Khaled Shwani told Asharq Al-Awsat that Iraq will not repatriate foreign prisoners affiliated with ISIS to their home countries if their involvement in crimes against Iraqi citizens is proven. He said a heavily fortified Iraqi prison currently holds thousands of ISIS members »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 27m

First Bearded Vulture Chick of 2026 Returns to Parents at Green Balkans Wildlife Rescue Centre

This year's first bearded vulture chick, which hatched under the Species Recovery Programme at the Green Balkans Wildlife Rescue Centre in Stara Zagora on February 18, was raised by the centre's team in an incubator during its first week. It was then returned to its parents, programme coordinator A»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 27m

Interior Minister Heard in Parliament over Petrohan-Okolchitsa Case, PM Warns Cabinet Is Being Targetted in Intimidation Campaign

Caretaker Interior Minister Emil Dechev was heard in Parliament on Wednesday amid allegations that he had exerted pressure on investigators working on a high-profile multiple deaths case, the Petrohan–Okolchitsa Case, which has drawn intense public and political scrutiny. Earlier the same day, care»»»

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EU Observer 27m

Hungary and Slovakia in standoff with Ukraine over broken Russian oil pipe

This story is a part of the weekly newsletter about economy, defence and tech in the eastern flank of Nato, How we cee it. Tensions between Slovakia, Hungary, and Ukraine reached new heights over the past week, as it became clear that Russian oil hasn’t been flowing to the two EU countries through »»»

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Naharnet 29m

Menassa downplays US role at Hamat air base

Defense Minister Michel Menassa on Wednesday clarified that the Hamat Air base in north Lebanon is “a Lebanese air base belonging to the Lebanese Army Air Force” and that “no other entity within it has any authority or power above Lebanese laws.” "Recently, news, reports, and writings have increase»»»

UPI 33m

Casey Means to appear before Senate on surgeon general nomination - UPI.com

1 of 2 | Nominee for surgeon general Dr. Casey Means will face the U.S. Senate Wednesday. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Feb. 25 (UPI) -- Dr. Casey Means is scheduled to appear before the Senate Wednesday to discuss her confirmation to become surgeon general. Means, 38, a friend of H»»»

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DW 33m

Anthropic: Is Pete Hegseth threatening the US AI jewel?

BusinessUnited States of AmericaAnthropic: Is Pete Hegseth threatening the US AI jewel?Arthur SullivanAnthropic, a much vaunted AI startup, is firmly in the Trump administration's sights. The Pentagon wants complete access to its models, despite safety and ethical concerns. https://p.dw.com/p/59OGW»»»

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BBC 35m

Man charged in connection with death of Kerry farmer Michael Gaine

A man, aged in his 50s, has been charged in connection with the investigation into the disappearance and murder of Michael Gaine. The 56-year-old County Kerry farmer had been missing for more than eight weeks when remains found on his farm, near Kenmare, were identified in May 2025. It was initiall»»»

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Gulf News 37m

Driving Dubai-Sharjah while fasting? Expert warns of fatigue danger on the road

Long hours on the road while fasting during Ramadan can take a serious toll on drivers’ alertness, particularly during heavy traffic commutes such as the Sharjah-Dubai-Sharjah route, said UAE medical experts. Why fasting slows reaction timeDr Adel Al Sisi, Chief Medical Officer and Head of ICU at P»»»

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The Peninsula 37m

Hope fades in search for missing after deadly Brazil rains

Juiz de Fora, Brazil: Despair hung over two cities in southeastern Brazil on Wednesday as rescuers and residents searched for 33 people missing after torrential rains unleashed flooding and landslides that killed at least 36. A violent downpour on Monday in the state of Minas Gerais turned streets »»»

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Business-review 43m

Romanians pay among the lowest taxes and associated costs in Europe when buying a home through a mortgage loan

Home buyers in Bucharest pay among the lowest taxes and associated costs in Europe when purchasing a home through a mortgage loan, about EUR 2.500 for an average one-bedroom apartment, while buyers of a similar home in other European capital cities pay total associated costs that reach several tens»»»

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TAP 44m

Administrative Court launches internal platform to streamline coordination

Tunis, Feb. 25 (TAP) - The Administrative Court has announced the launch of a secure internal platform called “Mahkamatna” (Our Court), as part of an institutional vision aimed at strengthening internal communication and promoting a collaborative...»»»

BBC 45m

Trump gives no clear signal on Iran in State of the Union

In a world on edge waiting to see what US President Donald Trump does next in the Middle East, he provided no clear signal when he presented the longest ever State of the Union address. The world's most powerful commander-in-chief decided not to make his comprehensive case for possible military act»»»

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The Peninsula 49m

Qatar's knowledge economy, transformation strategy, enhancing global competitiveness: report

Doha, Qatar: The economy of the State of Qatar is witnessing a rapid strategic transformation from dependence on natural resources to an economic model based on knowledge, innovation and technology, in clear alignment with the goals of Qatar National Vision 2030, which places economic diversificati»»»

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Gulf News 50m

Germany's Merz secures 120 aircraft Airbus deal in Beijing talks with Xi

China will buy up to 120 aircraft from European aviation giant Airbus, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said following talks with President Xi Jinping in Beijing on Wednesday. Merz's visit comes as Berlin and Beijing seek to build on their decades-old economic ties to weather global uncertainty spa»»»

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Al Manar 50m

About Trump’s Complex Strategic Calculations on the Confrontation with Iran: Israeli Explainer

US President Donald Trump’s approach to a potential confrontation with Iran is driven by layered strategic calculations, senior researchers at the Zionist entity’s Institute for National Security Studies (INSS) found on Wednesday. In an article published in the Israeli newspaper Israel Hayom on Wed»»»

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Al Manar 50m

Lebanese Army Exclusively Controls Hamat Air Base: Defense Minister

The Lebanese Minister of National Defense, General Michel Mnassah, issued a statement to comment on recent reports about the Hamat Air Base in the Batroun district of North Lebanon Governorate in light of the regional developments. Mnassah said that Hamat Air Base is a Lebanese military airbase und»»»

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BBC 53m

Heated Rivalry cottage in Canada will soon be up for rent

For Heated Rivalry fans, "I'm coming to the cottage" is the line that cemented Ilya Rozanov and Shane Hollander's romance. Soon, others will be able to head to the cottage, too. The lakefront property in Muskoka, Ontario, that served as the backdrop for the finale of the hit TV ice hockey romance w»»»

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Novinite 54m

WCC-DB Signals Willingness to Join Forces with Radev to Replace Supreme Judicial Council

In Bulgaria, "We Continue the Change-Democratic Bulgaria" (WCC-DB) has signaled its readiness to collaborate with any parliamentary formation, including a yet-to-be-announced group aligned with President Rumen Radev, to secure a parliamentary quota for the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC). A qualifie»»»

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UPI 57m

Report: Israel killed more journalists that any other country in 2025 - UPI.com

Protesters at a World Press Freedom Day event in Kuala Lumpur hold a banner that reads, "Targeting Journalist is A Crime" and a poster of Palestinian-American Al Jazeera reporter Shireen Abu Akleh who was killed while reporting in the West Bank in 2022. Israel accepted she was likely killed by IDF »»»

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Gulf News 59m

Audit quality, a cornerstone for business success

In today’s complex business environment, the quality of an audit is more than a compliance requirement, it is a strategic asset. A good quality audit provides assurance that financial statements are accurate, supports tax and VAT compliance, fosters good governance practices, and empowers executive»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Ramadan staycations in UAE worth booking before suhoor

Ramadan in the UAE is a time for reflection, family and, let’s be honest, a well-timed reset. Whether you’re planning a desert retreat in Abu Dhabi’s Empty Quarter, a theme park-fuelled family break in Dubai or a beachfront golf escape in Ras Al Khaimah, there’s a staycation with your name on it. F»»»

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Kathimerini 1h

Varoufakis indicted to stand trial over drugs comments

Left-wing politician and former finance minister Yanis Varoufakis has been indicted to stand trial for allegedly promoting the use of drugs in a podcast, his small MeRA25 party said Wednesday. A party statement said the former SYRIZA party official is due to apprear in court on December 16, and acc»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

US and South Korean Militaries will Have Joint Drills in March as Tensions with North Korea Escalate

The US and South Korean militaries said on Wednesday they will conduct their annual springtime exercises next month to bolster their countries’ combined defense capabilities against a backdrop of a deepening diplomatic freeze with nuclear-armed North Korea. The Freedom Shield drills is set for Marc»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Egypt backs stability in South Sudan and urges Nile co-operation

Cairo: Egypt's foreign minister has reaffirmed Cairo's support for stability in South Sudan and called for closer co-operation among Nile Basin countries during talks with his South Sudanese counterpart in Cairo. Badr Abdelatty on Wednesday met Monday Semaya Kumba, who is currently visiting the Egy»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Why talent will define Abu Dhabi’s next decade of growth

Dubai: The UAE ended 2025 with clear evidence that economic diversification is no longer an ambition - it is a fact, and one that is occurring at an accelerated pace. Non-oil sectors continue to grow faster than the oil sector, and they now account for over 77 percent of GDP. This represents the hi»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Automated people movers: Engineering the next era of airport mobility

As global air travel continues to expand and airports grow into complex, multi-terminal environments, the challenge of moving millions of travellers quickly and comfortably has never been more critical. Modern airports now function as interconnected transit ecosystems rather than single buildings, »»»

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Novinite 1h

Bulgaria: Acting Interior Minister Rejects Pressure Allegations over “Petrohan” Investigation

Acting Interior Minister Emil Dechev told the National Assembly that he is the target of a deliberate attack by what he described as “frightened individuals” who do not want the truth clarified regarding the “Petrohan” and “Okolchitsa” cases. He appeared for a hearing at the request of There Is Suc»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Thailand Election Body Confirms Win by PM's Party

Thailand's Election Commission confirmed the victory of caretaker Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul's conservative party on Wednesday, ratifying most of the results of this month's vote. The commission certified the results for 396 newly elected MPs in the 500-seat lower house, with Anutin's Bhumj»»»

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UPI 1h

Paramount raises purchase bid to $31 per share, Warner Bros. Discoveryt board to consider - UPI.com

1 of 5 | Guests gather near a Paramount Studio logo at the 2022 Paramount Upfront on Wednesday, May 18, 2022 in New York City. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo Feb. 25 (UPI) -- Warner Bros. Discovery announced Tuesday that Paramount Skydance has raised its purchase offer to $31 per share»»»

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Kathimerini 1h

Suspected smuggler detained near Turkish border with 12 migrants in car

Authorities near Greece’s northeastern border with Turkey have arrested a man suspected of belonging to a smuggling ring driving a car with 12 migrants in it, police said Wednesday. A police statement said the suspect was stopped at a roadblock on a dirt road near Orestiada in the Evros region Tues»»»

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Al Manar 1h

Qalibaf to US: ‘All Options on the Table’ in Response to Trump

In a pointed response to US President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address, Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf issued a stern warning to Washington, stressing that “all options remain on the table.” Speaking at a Wednesday gathering in Tehran with economic activists, members of t»»»

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Sputnik 1h

Putin Addresses Future Technologies Forum

The Future Technologies Forum is a major, authoritative platform for showcasing and promoting advanced Russian technologies and projects. Sputnik brings you live coverage as Russian President Vladimir Putin takes the stage at the plenary session of the Future Technologies Forum."[The Russian Presid»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Syria Confirms Mass Escape of Militant Relatives from Al-Hol Camp

Syria confirmed on Wednesday the mass escape of relatives of suspected ISIS group militants from the Al-Hol camp last month following the withdrawal of Kurdish forces who had overseen the facility. "When our forces arrived, they found cases of collective escapes due to the camp having been opened u»»»

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UPI 1h

Watch: Potbellied pig shows up in Ala. family's yard, refuses to leave - UPI.com

Feb. 24 (UPI) -- An Alabama family are attempting to evict an unwanted squatter from their property: a potbellied pig that has taken up residence in their yard. Jamie Watt said the pig turned up on his property Jan. 16 and has refused to leave, despite Watt's efforts to chase it away. He said the a»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Qatar participates in Arab meeting to adopt regional action plan for implementation of International Humanitarian Law 2026-2027

Cairo: Represented by the Ministry of Justice, the State of Qatar participated in the meeting of the Arab National Committees on International Humanitarian Law, which was dedicated to reviewing and adopting the final regional action plan for the application of International Humanitarian Law at the »»»

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EU Observer 1h

NGOs want ex-Meta MEP removed from EU digital rules relaxation

Transparency and lobbying watchdogs have called for MEP Aura Salla to be removed as a lead European Parliament legislator on the controversial Digital Omnibus proposal, due to her former employment as a lobbyist for the US Big Tech giant Meta. Salla is a Finnish centre-right politician with the Eur»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 1h

MECh Says High Voter Turnout Expected in Turkiye Despite Small Number of Voting Sections

Radostin Vasilev, Chair of the Morality, Unity, Honour party (MECh), told journalists on Wednesday that he expects high voter turnout in Turkiye despite the small number of voting sections. Vasilev was commenting on Parliament's rejection of the presidential veto on Election Code amendments. "The a»»»

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Novinite 1h

Bulgarian Town Pushes Back Against Government Refugee Center Plans

Simeonovgrad Municipality has formally opposed plans to construct a refugee center in the Bulgarian town. The proposal for the facility was approved last week during a Council of Ministers meeting, BGNES reported from Haskovo. Under the government’s decision, the State Agency for Refugees is to rec»»»

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Gulf News 2h

IAAPA and MENALAC to launch IAAPA MENA

IAAPA, the global association for the attractions industry, has announced plans to strengthen its presence in the Middle East and North Africa with the launch of a new regional office and the creation of IAAPA MENA. The official launch will be celebrated during IAAPA Expo Middle East, with the new »»»

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Gulf News 2h

Samana Developers donates Dh15 million to Edge of Life campaign

Samana Developers has contributed Dh15 million to support the Edge of Life campaign to rescue five million children from hunger. Launched in Ramadan by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the campaign aims to raise a m»»»

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Gulf News 2h

New UK rules kick in, complicating travel for British dual nationals in UAE

Dubai: British citizens who also hold another nationality could be stopped from travelling to the UK from Wednesday under new border rules linked to the rollout of the country’s electronic travel authorisation system, complicating travel for British dual nationals in the UAE. Sign up for our daily »»»

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Kathimerini 2h

Nine inmates arrested after cell raids at Domokos prison

Nine inmates were arrested Wednesday following cell raids in a prison in central Greece, for alleged possession of weapons and mobile phones, police said. Police carried out searches in 40 cells across two wings and in the common areas of Domokos prison following the murder of a 43-year-old lifer i»»»

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Novinite 2h

Trump’s Tariff Decisions Could Shake Bulgaria’s Automotive Industry

US President Donald Trump has stepped back from his earlier threat to raise global tariffs to 15%, leaving current rates on US exports at 10%, according to Politico. This move spares the UK and the EU from facing higher trade barriers under the new White House regime. Yesterday, the European Parlia»»»

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Tanjug 2h

Djuric, Tenney discuss topics related to Serbia, region

WASHINGTON - Serbian FM Marko Djuric met on Wednesday in Washington with US Congress member Claudia Tenney, co-chair of the Serbian Caucus in the US Congress, to discuss key topics related to Serbia and the region that are also of interest to Capitol Hill. Djuric gave a comprehensive snapshot of th»»»

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