RT 1h

UK accused of spying on Irish journalist

British intelligence agency MI5 unlawfully spied on Irish journalist Vincent Kearney for eight years, his lawyers have told a tribunal in London. MI5 agents allegedly monitored Kearney’s calls, contacts, and movements while he reported from Northern Ireland. Kearney was monitored by MI5, the Police»»»

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BBC 2h

Aid groups in Gaza and West Bank thrown lifeline as Israel court pauses ban threat

Israel's High Court has temporarily halted a ban on international aid groups from working in the occupied Palestinian territories unless they meet strict new rules. The injunction came ahead of an Israeli deadline for 37 well-known organisations to stop work, something the groups warn will remove a»»»

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BBC 2h

Canada's Alberta projects deficit of nearly C$9.4bn, citing low oil prices

Canada's oil-rich province of Alberta is forecasting a deficit of C$9.4bn ($6.9bn; £5.1bn), citing a "dramatic" increase in its population coupled with low oil prices. The once debt-free province called the deficit "a tough pill to swallow", saying it will have to break its own fiscal restraint law»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Trump frustrated with Iran — says force remains an option

Dubai: US President Donald Trump said on Friday he is “not happy” with the direction of nuclear talks with Iran, warning that while diplomacy remains ongoing, military force remains an option if Tehran refuses to abandon its nuclear ambitions. “We’re not exactly happy with the way they’re negotiati»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Dubai Miracle Garden offers free entry for children under 12

Dubai Miracle Garden, the world’s largest natural flower garden and home to multiple Guinness World Records, has announced a special seasonal promotion granting free entry to children aged 12 years and below from March 1 until the end of the current season on May 31st. The initiative is applicable »»»

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Gulf News 4h

Viral phenomenon in Argentina has young people identifying themselves as animals

Buenos Aires: On a recent Sunday, a Buenos Aires plaza transformed into a makeshift wilderness for an unusual group of teenagers. Sofía, wearing a lifelike beagle mask, ran across the grass on all fours. Nearby, 15-year-old Aguara leapt through the air, clearing an obstacle course while imitating t»»»

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RT 5h

Pakistan and Afghanistan are at war. Here’s the full story behind the clash

On February 27, Pakistani Defense Minister Khawaja Asif declared that his country had entered a state of “open war” with Afghanistan. Pakistani Minister of Information Attaullah Tarar reported strikes on Kabul and Kandahar, which Afghan authorities have confirmed. Asif claimed that the Taliban has »»»

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The Peninsula 6h

UEFA Champions League Round of 16 showdown: Real Madrid vs Manchester City, PSG to battle Chelsea

Nyon: The draw for the Round of 16 of the UEFA Champions League was held on Friday at the UEFA headquarters in the Swiss city of Nyon, producing several high-profile matchups among Europe's elite clubs in a stage expected to witness open tactical and physical battles. The draw pitted defending cham»»»

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Al Awsat 6h

Macron to Set Out How France’s Nuclear Arms Could Protect Europe

French President Emmanual Macron is Monday to reveal his vision for how France's nuclear arsenal could bolster defense in Europe, with the continent scrambling to re-arm against an aggressive Russia and as Washington turns away. The speech by Macron, at France's Ile Longue nuclear submarine base, w»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 6h

Rise in Water Prices, Electricity Bills - Purposefully Delayed or Gradually Introduced?

While the relevant institutions are investigating complaints and reports from consumers in the country that they have received very high electricity bills for December and January, water and sewerage companies have announced that the change in their service prices will take effect on March 1. The d»»»

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Sputnik 6h

Ukrainian Forces Used Mental Hospital as Headquarters in Gulyaipole - Refugee

DONETSK (Sputnik) - Ukrainian armed forces units were stationed in a mental hospital building, which was equipped as a headquarters in the city of Gulyaipole in the Zaporozhye Region, a refugee from the city told Sputnik. "The psychiatric hospital - that's where they had their headquarters," the re»»»

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Kuna 7h

Kuwait Army Deputy Chief tours sites

KUWAIT, Feb 27 (KUNA) -- Kuwaiti Army Deputy Chief of Staff, Air Vice Marshal Sabah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah toured on Friday several military sites northern the country.An army statement said the senior brass attended a briefing during the visit, which included a detailed explanation of procedures »»»

Al Awsat 7h

What's Behind the Latest Fighting between Afghanistan and Pakistan?

Pakistan carried out air strikes on Afghanistan's ‌major cities overnight, officials in Islamabad and Kabul said on Friday, escalating months of border clashes between the Islamic neighbors. The air and ground strikes, which hit Taliban military posts, headquarters and ammunition depots in multiple»»»

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The Peninsula 7h

Lebanese Foreign Minister underscores importance of success for Paris conference

Beirut: Lebanese Foreign Minister, Youssef Rajji emphasised the importance of a successful Paris conference aimed at strengthening Lebanon's security institutions and enhancing their capacity to maintain national stability. According to a statement from the Lebanese Foreign Ministry, he discussed w»»»

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Al Awsat 7h

Israel Follows Iran Negotiations amid its Broadest Escalation in Eastern Lebanon

The intense Israeli airstrikes that targeted the Bekaa in eastern Lebanon on Thursday evening marked the broadest aerial escalation against the Bekaa since the ceasefire agreement entered into force. This came a week after the killing of eight members of Hezbollah, including a commander, whom Israe»»»

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Al Awsat 8h

Afghan Returnees, Residents Fear Violence at Key Pakistan Crossing

Afghans who recently returned from Pakistan and residents near a key crossing expressed their fears of deadly border clashes on Friday, as smoke billowed from the mountains. AFP journalists heard shellfire and gunfire in Torkham, with Afghan soldiers heading towards the frontier after overnight bom»»»

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Naharnet 8h

EU will provisionally apply contested South America trade deal

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Friday that she will start to "provisionally implement" a massive trade deal with the Mercosur bloc of nations in South America despite not having approval from European Parliament. The trans-Atlantic trade deal is expected to create one of»»»

Gulf News 8h

UAE issues new travel advisory for citizens abroad

Abu Dhabi: The UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued updated travel guidance for Emirati citizens, urging them to take precautionary steps to ensure their safety and that of their families while abroad. The ministry advised travellers to check that their passports remain valid for at least s»»»

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Naharnet 8h

Saudi, Qatar attempting to de-escalate Afghanistan-Pakistan conflict

Saudi Arabia and Qatar are engaged in efforts to halt deadly fighting between Pakistan and Afghanistan, a source with knowledge of the talks told AFP on Friday. The diplomatic drive comes as fears of a spiraling conflict grew after Pakistan bombed major cities in Afghanistan, declaring that they we»»»

Gulf News 9h

Will Vijay's political career be able to survive a big scandal like divorce and infidelity?

Dubai: South Indian state Tamil Nadu is no stranger to actors becoming big ticket politicians. From icons like M.G. Ramachandran and Jayalalithaa to more recent ventures by stars like Kamal Haasan and Rajinikanth, the state has repeatedly seen film icons channel their on-screen popularity into poli»»»

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Gulf News 10h

Kerala High Court clears way for ‘The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond’ release

In a dramatic reversal within 24 hours, the Kerala High Court has allowed the release of the film The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond, lifting an interim stay that had put its debut on hold. A Division Bench comprising Justices Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari and PV Balakrishnan set aside an earlier order»»»

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Gulf News 10h

Who Is Sangeeta Sornalingam? Vijay’s wife who filed for divorce after 25 years of marriage

Dubai: Tamil film and political circles are in shock as their beloved actor-politician Vijay saw his wife of 25 years file for divorce. While Vijay is a public figure, the attention has now turned to a woman who has largely stayed away from the spotlight: Sangeeta Sornalingam. Unlike most celebrity»»»

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Kuna 10h

UEFA Champions League Round of 16 draw sets up blockbuster clashes

GENEVA, Feb 27 (KUNA) -- UEFA unveiled the draw for the Round of 16 of the UEFA Champions League 2025-2026 season, producing several highly anticipated encounters.The draw ceremony, held at UEFA headquarters in Nyon on Friday, set up a heavyweight clash between Spain's Real Madrid and England's Man»»»

Bulgarian News Agency 10h

Higher Electricity Bills Largely Due to Increased Consumption, Caretaker Energy Minister Traikov Says

A large share of the higher electricity bills is due to increased energy consumption, Caretaker Energy Minister Traicho Traikov said at a briefing at the Council of Ministers on Friday after a meeting convened by Caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gurov and attended by Caretaker Economy and Industry M»»»

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Gulf News 11h

Pakistan-Afghanistan fighting: What we know so far

Islamabad: Pakistan launched air strikes on cities in neighbouring Afghanistan on Friday, in a major escalation after months of attacks and cross-border strikes along their porous frontier. He is what we know about the fighting, which has raised fears of a wider conflict between the two neighbours.»»»

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Gulf News 11h

Week of conversations and quiet moments

'Exclusive' is a word that can be overused in journalism. It is part of 'journo speak' that we sometimes forget isn't used in day-to-day life (add breaking, revealed, inside, etc). I've never witnessed my sons or wife run into the house to tell me about their 'exclusive news' from their day. To be »»»

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RT 11h

Germany’s AfD scores point against federal agency targeting it for ‘extremism’

A court ruling on Thursday suspending the designation of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as a “confirmed right-wing extremist” organization represents a success for democracy and the rule of law, the party’s leader has said. The domestic security agency BfV slapped the top opposition party »»»

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Naharnet 11h

American sympathy shifts toward Palestinians after decades of strong support for Israel

American sympathies in the Middle East have shifted dramatically toward the Palestinians, according to new Gallup polling, after decades of overwhelming support for the Israelis. That shift accelerated during the war in Gaza. Three years ago, 54% of Americans sympathized more with the Israelis, com»»»

RT 11h

Nukes for Ukraine would be ‘playing with fire’ – ex-US judge (VIDEO)

Britain and France would be “playing with fire” if they supply Ukraine with nuclear components or weapons, risking a major escalation, former US judge Andrew Napolitano has said. Russia’s Foreign Intelligence Service reported this week that London and Paris are plotting to secretly arm Kiev with a »»»

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Al Manar 12h

Lebanon’s Aoun, Salam Discuss Israeli Attacks and Preparations for Paris Conference

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam discussed on Friday the general situation in Lebanon, with particular focus on developments in the country’s South and Bekaa amid ongoing Israeli attacks. Lebanese Presidency reported the meeting at Baabda Presidential Palace, noting tha»»»

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24 News Agency 12h

Documentary about melting glaciers presented in Bishkek - | 24.KG

The premiere screening of a documentary Ala-Too: In Pursuit of Disappearing Glaciers took place in Bishkek on February 26 at the American University of Central Asia. The film was created by journalists from Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan, Munara Borombaeva (Bishkek) and Madina Ashilova (Almaty). Accordi»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 12h

Warsaw's office market under pressure

Shrinking supply and rising rents create opportunity for Poleczki Park For years, Warsaw has been the undisputed leader of Poland’s commercial real estate market. The capital continues to attract investors, global companies are choosing it for their regional headquarters, and demand for modern offi»»»

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Sputnik 12h

London, Paris Completed Preparations for Possible Deployment to Ukraine - Reports

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - British and French paratroopers have completed preparations for a possible peacekeeping mission in Ukraine, The Telegraph newspaper reported. During exercises in France’s Brittany, more than 600 soldiers from the UK's 16 Air Assault Brigade conducted a simulated airborne raid alo»»»

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Gulf News 12h

Find out why Bollywood movie fans flew down to India to watch Dhurandhar: R Madhavan spills the tea

Dubai: Dhurandhar skipped UAE cinemas and landed directly on Netflix, but UAE-based actor R. Madhavan believes a film’s true success lies in the lengths fans go to see it on the big screen. In a recent conversation on Sonia Shenoy’s YouTube channel, Madhavan revealed that when the film's theatrical»»»

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EU Observer 12h

Far-right prejudice now ‘normalised’ across Europe, warns EU anti-racism chief 

Racism across Europe is not only about speeches by extremists or headline-grabbing scandals — but also what is repeated and normalised in political discourse and down into everyday life, warns Michaela Moua, the European Commission’s anti-racism coordinator. For nearly five years, Moua, a Finnish f»»»

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Sputnik 12h

UK's Healey Orders Investigation Into Epstein's Potential Use of RAF Bases - Reports

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - UK Defense Secretary John Healey has ordered an internal investigation into whether US late infamous financier Jeffrey Epstein may have used Royal Air Force (RAF) bases for human trafficking, The Telegraph reported. According to the report, Healey has instructed officials to "lea»»»

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Al Manar 13h

‘Israel’ Demolished over 300 Palestinian Structures in West Bank so Far in 2026: Rights Group

Israeli occupation demolished 312 Palestinian residential and agricultural structures during the first six weeks of 2026, a Palestinian rights group said Thursday. The start of 2026 has seen a “notable escalation” in Israeli demolitions and illegal settler attacks across the occupied West Bank, the»»»

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RT 13h

Davos CEO quits over Epstein links

World Economic Forum (WEF) chief Borge Brende has stepped down from his post over his ties to late disgraced financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The name of the Davos forum CEO surfaced in the latest trove of Epstein documents released by the US authorities in late January. The fi»»»

rt.com
Bulgarian News Agency 13h

MRF - New Beginning Complains to President after PM Failed to Appear at Parliament Hearing

MRF - New Beginning have complained to President Iliana Iotova about caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gurov violating the Constitution by refusing to appear at a parliamentary hearing, Iskra Mihaylova, Deputy Floor Leader of MRF - New Beginning, told journalists in Parliament. On Thursday, the Natio»»»

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BNE 13h

Global deforestation slows but losses persist in South America and Africa - OWID

In the past, forests around the world were cut down on a massive scale. We lost some of the world’s richest ecosystems, Our World in Data  (OWID) reports. In recent decades, the picture has become more complex. D»»»

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BNE 13h

Global deforestation slows but losses persist in South America and Africa - OWID

In the past, forests around the world were cut down on a massive scale. We lost some of the world’s richest ecosystems, Our World in Data  (OWID) reports. In recent decades, the picture has become more complex. D»»»

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BNE 13h

Global deforestation slows but losses persist in South America and Africa - OWID

In the past, forests around the world were cut down on a massive scale. We lost some of the world’s richest ecosystems, Our World in Data  (OWID) reports. In recent decades, the picture has become more complex. D»»»

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BNE 13h

Global deforestation slows but losses persist in South America and Africa - OWID

In the past, forests around the world were cut down on a massive scale. We lost some of the world’s richest ecosystems, Our World in Data  (OWID) reports. In recent decades, the picture has become more complex. D»»»

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Al Manar 13h

Explosions Hit Kabul Amid Exchange of Strikes Between Pakistan, Afghanistan

Multiple explosions shook the Afghan capital, Kabul, and several other regions early Friday morning as Pakistan and Afghanistan exchanged military strikes across their volatile border, accusing each other of escalating the conflict. Islamabad launched Operation Ghazab Lil Haq (“Wrath of Justice”) h»»»

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BNE 13h

Global deforestation slows but losses persist in South America and Africa - OWID

In the past, forests around the world were cut down on a massive scale. We lost some of the world’s richest ecosystems, Our World in Data  (OWID) reports. In recent decades, the picture has become more complex. D»»»

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Al Awsat 13h

India Moves Closer to Dengue Vaccine as Final Trials Underway

As dengue surges globally, an Indian vaccine candidate has entered the final stage of testing, raising hopes for one of the world's first single-dose shots against the deadly mosquito-borne disease. Dengue, which causes severe flu-like symptoms and debilitating body aches, has exploded globally, fu»»»

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UPI 13h

Seoul shares snap 6-day winning streak on profit-taking; won sharply down - UPI.com

This photo taken on Friday shows the trading room of Hana Bank in central Seoul, with the benchmark Korea Composite Stock Price Index down 1 percent to close at 6,244.13. Photo by Yonhap Seoul shares closed lower Friday, snapping a six-session winning streak as investors locked in profits in techno»»»

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Kuna 14h

Philippines, US, Japan hold joint naval drills in South China Sea

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 27 (KUNA) -- The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) announced on Friday the navies of the Philippines, the US and Japan trained alongside each other in the South China Sea this week to ramp up cooperation among the military allies.In a statement, AFP said the training, known as»»»

Gulf News 14h

Weather alert: Is a cold wave hitting UAE this week? Here's what forecasters say

Dubai: Residents across the UAE are in for a significant shift in weather conditions as a powerful cold spell sweeps through the Emirates. According to the latest NCM (National Centre of Meteorology) update, a surface low-pressure system backed by an upper-level trough and a deep cold air mass is s»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 14h

BSP-United Left Floor Leader Kiselova on SJC Council Decision, European Prosecutor Case, Election Code Veto

BSP-United Left Floor Leader Nataliya Kiselova stated in a televised interview for NOVA TV here on Thursday that she thinks there is a crack in the prosecution office, within which there are reasonable people who would like to work in a different climate. According to her, the outcome of the Suprem»»»

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