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»»»
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»»»
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»»»
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»»»
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»»»
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»»»
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»»»
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»»»
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»»»
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»»»
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»»»
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»»»
Alleged nuclear plot highlights Western Europe’s ‘desperation’ – analyst (VIDEO)
An alleged Franco-British plot to secretly provide Ukraine with nuclear materials or a warhead shows just how desperate European NATO member states are to “maintain relevance,” RT contributor Thomas Penn has said. On Tuesday, Russia’s Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) reported that London and Pari»»»
US Offers $10 Million for Capture of Brothers Said to Lead Mexico's Sinaloa Cartel
The US State Department said Thursday that it would pay up to $10 million for information leading to the arrests or convictions of two brothers identified as leaders of Mexico's Sinaloa cartel in the state of Baja California, which includes Tijuana. The reward offer came the same day that authoriti»»»
New Zealand’s ex-prime minister Jacinta Ardern now based in Australia
Wellington: Former New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has moved to Australia after a stint in the United States, national broadcaster RNZ said, joining record numbers of her compatriots moving across the Tasman. Ardern won international acclaim for her handling of the pandemic, although her »»»
S. Korea conditionally approves Google's overseas transfer of high-precision map data - UPI.com
South Korea on Friday decided to allow Google to transfer government-supplied high-precision map data to its overseas facilities. This 2016 file photo shows Google's logo at its corporate headquarters in Seoul. File Photo by Yonhap The government on Friday decided to allow global tech giant Google »»»
Regular air service between Tashkent and Osh to be launched - | 24.KG
Airports of Kyrgyzstan JSC announced the launch of a new scheduled flight between Tashkent and Osh by Centrum Air. Flights are scheduled to begin on April 1. Flights will be operated regularly twice a week, on Wednesdays and Saturdays, on modern Airbus A320 aircraft. Flight duration is 1 hour and 1»»»
Pakistan Bombs Targets in Afghan Cities, Minister Calls it 'Open War'
Pakistan bombed Taliban government targets in Afghanistan's major cities overnight, officials from both countries said on Friday, with Pakistan's defense minister calling the conflict "open war.” Security sources in Pakistan said the strikes involved air-to-ground missile attacks on Taliban militar»»»
Saudi Arabia’s AviLease Reports $664 Million in Revenues in 2025
AviLease, the global aircraft leasing company headquartered in Riyadh, has reported a strong performance, saying it recorded in 2025 total revenues of $664 million, an increase of 19% year-on-year. It said in a statement on Thursday that the revenues were “driven by disciplined portfolio growth, st»»»
Gunfire, shelling near key Afghanistan-Pakistan border crossing
Torkham: Gunfire and shelling was heard on Friday on the key Torkham border crossing between Afghanistan and Pakistan, as the neighbours engaged in deadly fighting. Incoming shelling was heard from the Afghan side of the border from around 9:30am, before cross-border clashes resumed, while gunfire »»»
Philippines, US, Japan planes drill over Bashi Channel
The Philippine, US and Japanese militaries conducted joint exercises this week over the Bashi Channel that separates the Philippines from Taiwan, officials said Friday. Aircraft from the three nations patrolled over the Philippines' northernmost Batanes islands in drills aimed at showcasing their "»»»
Gaza Civil Defense Says Israeli Strikes Kill at Least 5
Gaza's civil defense ministry said Israeli strikes killed at least five people on Friday. Violence has continued in the Palestinian territory despite a US-brokered truce that entered its second phase last month, with Israel and Hamas trading accusations of violating the agreement. The civil defense»»»
Pentagon shoots down CBP drone; FAA expands no-fly zone around Fort Hancock - UPI.com
The Pentagon on Thursday reportedly shot down a Customs and Border Protection drone near El Paso, Texas. File Photo by Yuri Gripas/UPI | License Photo Feb. 26 (UPI) -- The Department of Defense shot down a Customs and Border Protection drone, Democratic House lawmakers said Thursday, prompting the »»»
US-Iran Talks End with No Deal but Potential Signs of Progress
The United States and Iran made progress in talks over Tehran's nuclear program on Thursday, mediator Oman said, but hours of negotiation ended with no sign of a breakthrough that could avert potential US strikes amid a massive military buildup. The two sides plan to resume negotiations soon after »»»
Gold surge tightens grip on UAE shoppers as prices climb again
Dubai: Dubai gold prices resumed their upward march on Friday morning, adding fresh pressure on shoppers and investors already navigating one of the strongest bullion rallies in decades. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.At 8.30 am, the price of 24-karat gold rose to Dh6»»»
Dozens of Falcon City property buyers win legal battle
Dubai: A Dubai judicial committee has ruled in favour of dozens of property purchasers in a long-running Falcon City of Wonders dispute, cancelling attachment and enforcement procedures imposed on multiple residential plots and confirming the buyers’ ownership after finding the properties were acqu»»»
Heavy traffic slows commute between Sharjah and Dubai
Morning rush hour is gradually building on most main and internal roads in Sharjah and Dubai, according to Google Maps live data. Al Ittihad Road (E11), the main route connecting the two emirates, is heavily congested from Al Nahda in Sharjah all the way to Dubai Police General Headquarters. On She»»»
The Debate - Make or break talks? Iran looks to sway Trump and avoid US strikes
What would it take for Donald Trump to call off air strikes against an Iran that’s told Omani mediators that it sees a pathway to compromise over its nuclear program? We’ll delve into where the veteran Tehran's team of veteran negotiators can entice US envoy Steve Witkoff whose red lines sometimes »»»
France names former Versailles Palace head Catherine Pégard as new culture minister
France's presidency on Thursday announced four new ministers in a mini cabinet reshuffle including a new culture minister, Catherine Pégard. A former journalist who was once the editor of political magazine Le Point, Pegard also used to head the Versailles Palace. The French presidency on Thursday »»»
Amateur hour: Trump ambassadors raise tensions across Europe
US Ambassador Charles Kushner is at the centre of a diplomatic row raging in Paris, but he is not the only one. US President Donald Trump’s envoys are stirring controversy across Europe – from social media spats to public snubs of foreign leaders – testing alliances an»»»
House Democrats say Pentagon shot down CPB drone over Texas - UPI.com
The Pentagon on Thursday reportedly shot down a Customs and Border Protection drone near El Paso, Texas. File Photo by Yuri Gripas/UPI | License Photo Feb. 26 (UPI) -- The Department of Defense shot down a Customs and Border Protection drone over El Paso, Texas, Democratic House lawmakers said Thur»»»
Rwandan President's Visit to Russia Being Worked Out - Rwandan Foreign Minister
MOSCOW, Sputnik - Rwandan President Paul Kagame's visit to Russia is being worked out, Rwandan Foreign Minister Olivier Nduhungirehe told Sputnik. Nduhungirehe said he himself intends to visit Russia in 2026, but the exact dates have not yet been determined. "And later, of course, we will begin wor»»»
UAE sets new registration rules set for students of determination
Abu Dhabi: The UAE Ministry of Education has approved registration procedures for Students of Determination in public schools for the 2026–2027 academic year. The Ministry said evaluation and diagnosis at Inclusive Education Support Centres will be completed within 15 working days. The process will»»»
Blasts rock Kabul as Pakistan and Afghanistan exchange strikes
Multiple explosions shook Kabul early Friday as Pakistan and Afghanistan exchanged military strikes across their volatile border, raising fears of a broader escalation between the neighboring countries. Residents in the Afghan capital reported hearing at least three blasts along with aircraft overh»»»
Danish PM Frederiksen calls for snap parliamentary elections - UPI.com
Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen of Denmark speaks to the media after meeting with President Joe Biden at the White House in Washington, D.C., June 5, 2023. Frederiksen called for snap elections to be held in March. File Photo by Chris Kleponis/UPI | License Photo Feb. 26 (UPI) -- Danish Prime Mini»»»
World Economic Forum boss quits after review of Epstein links
The president and CEO of the World Economic Forum (WEF), Borge Brende, has resigned after a review into his links to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The forum ordered an independent review into Brende over his ties to the disgraced financier following the release of Epstein files by the US D»»»
EBay to cut 800 jobs, 6% of workforce - UPI.com
An attendee walks past the ebay motors booth during the 2023 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, Nev. EBay announced Thursday that it would cut 800 jobs. File Photo by James Atoa/UPI | License Photo Feb. 26 (UPI) -- Online retailer eBay said Thursday that it plans to cut about 800 jobs or about 6% of its workf»»»
Israel says struck 8 Hezbollah compounds in Baalbek district
Israeli military strikes in eastern Lebanon killed a Syrian teenager on Thursday, the Lebanese health ministry reported, while the Israeli army said it had struck eight compounds belonging to an elite Hezbollah unit. "Israeli enemy air strikes on the Bekaa this evening resulted, according to an ini»»»
Mandelson referred to EU anti-fraud agency over Epstein emails
The European Commission has asked the EU's anti-fraud agency to investigate Lord Mandelson following the release of documents in the US relating to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The request to the European Anti-Fraud Office (Olaf) was made last week, a Commission spokeswoman said, after co»»»
Ministers Reject Speculation over US Aircraft at Sofia Airport; Parliament Calls on PM to Attend Hearing
Government officials rejected speculation linking the presence of US military aircraft at Vasil Levski Sofia Airport to non-NATO operations, while Parliament on Thursday obliged caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gurov to participate in a hearing on the matter. Earlier in the day, Transport Minister K»»»
Caretaker Foreign Minister Neynsky Explains US Aircraft Deployment at Sofia Airport During Parliamentary Hearing
Caretaker Foreign Minister Nadezhda Neynsky said during her parliamentary hearing on Thursday, that the deployment of US military aircraft at Sofia airport is not related to current or planned military operations. The hearing is at the request of the Vazrazhdane parliamentary group. On February 19,»»»
France names new culture minister in mini-reshuffle
The French presidency on Thursday named four new ministers including Catherine Pegard as the new culture minister in a mini-reshuffle. Pegard, a former magazine editor and head of Versailles palace, takes over from Rachida Dati, a conservative who left the post to campaign to become mayor of Paris »»»
Trump vs the Supreme Court: How the tariff ruling could turn his presidency lame-duck
The constant change of scenery in President Donald Trump’s America has trained observers not to overreact to each new sensation from across the Atlantic. Yesterday’s battles fade quickly, replaced by fresh headlines. Against that backdrop, it is tempting to dismiss Trump’s latest clash with the US »»»
World Economic Forum Head Steps Down Over Epstein Links
World Economic Forum head Børge Brende said Thursday that he is stepping down after facing pressure over his contacts with the late US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Brende, a former Norwegian foreign minister, said in a statement that he had decided “after careful consideration” to step down as pre»»»
World Economic Forum CEO Børge Brende resigns; Jeffrey Epstein probe concludes - UPI.com
World Economic Forum CEO and President Børge Brende, pictured here in 2014, has resigned upon completion of an independent investigation of his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. File Photo by David Silpa/UPI | License Photo Feb. 26 (UPI) -- Børge Brende resigned his position as president and CEO of the Worl»»»
U.S. authorizes resale of Venezuelan oil to Cuba for private sector - UPI.com
A loaded oil tanker tanker enters Matanzas Bay off Havana, Cuba, on February 16 and docks near the city’s energy logistics port amid ongoing U.S. energy sanctions on the island. Russia has been sending fuel considered to be aid. Photo By EPA Feb. 26 (UPI) -- The U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Contro»»»
Afghan military attacks Pakistan after deadly strikes
Afghanistan attacked Pakistani forces at the border on Thursday in response to deadly air strikes, military and government officials said. "In response to repeated violations by the Pakistani military, large-scale offensive operations were launched against Pakistani military bases and military inst»»»
Russia’s S-500 Prometey: The Death Knell for British and French Nuclear ICBMs
Russian missile defenses are becoming increasingly sophisticated and may render British and French nuclear weapons ineffective, states the UK-based defense think tank RUSI. "The nuclear forces of the UK and France consist of strategic submarines armed with intercontinental ballistic missiles that a»»»
In photos: Benjamin Netanyahu welcomes Narendra Modi to Israel - All Photos - UPI.com
By Wade SheridanIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu welcomes Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Israel, where Modi he spoke at the Knesset in Jerusalem on Wednesday. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (C) speaks adjacent to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the Knesset in Jeru»»»
Parliament Obliges PM to Participate in Hearing on US Military Aircraft at Sofia Airport
On Thursday, Parliament obliged caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gurov to participate in a hearing on the US military aircraft at Sofia Airport and on tensions in the Middle East. The proposal was made by There Is Such a People (TISP) Floor Leader Toshko Yordanov, who suggested that Gurov's particip»»»