A taste of the big city: Which snacks could win over Saudi Arabia
In Saudi Arabia, snacking has long since moved beyond the home kitchen and the supermarket shelf. Festivals, sporting events and entertainment venues are creating dozens of new occasions for grab-and-go food. According to the General Entertainment Authority of Saudi Arabia, the Kingdom hosted 1,810»»»
Iran war has burned through 65% of US Patriot missiles, analysis says
Washington: The US military is experiencing a 'beyond critical' shortage of advanced missile interceptors in Europe largely driven by President Donald Trump’s war with Iran, a US defense official in Europe and a NATO official told The Associated Press, raising concerns about vulnerabilities in NATO»»»
Voting Machines Will Be Made Available to Citizens before Election Day through Existing Mobile App Upgrade
The voting machines will be made available to citizens before election day through an upgrade to the existing mobile application for members of section election commissions. The app will now have two functions: one for election commission members and another for citizens, allowing voters to go thro»»»
Moldova’s European bet: why joining the EU has become a question of survival
For Moldova, joining the European Union is no longer simply a question of adopting thousands of pages of European legislation. It is a race to transform a state whose institutions, economy and political culture still bear the marks of decades of Soviet rule and a difficult transition while resistin»»»
Bulgarian Delegation Reaffirms Support for Bulgarian Community in Ukraine
A Bulgarian delegation reaffirmed the Bulgarian State’s support for the Bulgarian community in Ukraine during a meeting with Odesa Regional Governor Oleg Kiper on Thursday. “We are here to demonstrate the Bulgarian State’s support for the Bulgarian community in Ukraine. We know that this community »»»
Bulgaria to Join Multinational Logistics Coordination Centre Memorandum
The Council of Ministers approved a note of accession to the Memorandum of Understanding on the establishment, administration and operation of the Multinational Logistics Coordination Centre (MLCC Operation MOU), the Government Information Service said on Thursday. Established in 2012 with the Czec»»»
Judge to decide on Tate brothers’ extradition over rape charges - UPI.com
Andrew and Tristan Tate are in federal court in Miami on Thursday for a hearing over their potential extradition to Britain where they face charges of rape and human trafficking. File Photo by Robert Ghement/EPA-EFE Aug. 27 (UPI) -- Andrew and Tristan Tate are in federal court in Miami on Thursday »»»
Pakistan, Kuwait sign expanded defense agreement amid regional tensions
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Kuwait signed an agreement on Thursday expanding military cooperation, with Islamabad to provide training, capacity building and border-management assistance to the Gulf state as regional security ties deepen amid the prolonged conflict involving Iran. The new protocol build»»»
Long road toward prosecuting Israel for violations in Lebanon: Mitri
BEIRUT: A report prepared by Lebanon’s National Commission for International Humanitarian Law documenting Israeli violations is being revised almost daily as infringements continue in southern Lebanon and the Lebanese state remains unable to access some of the areas where Israeli forces have advanc»»»
Houthi missiles hit Red Sea areas again as attacks displace hundreds
AL-MUKALLA: Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis fired four missiles at two Red Sea areas controlled by the country’s internationally recognized government over the past 24 hours, in the latest wave of missile and drone attacks that the UN says has killed nine civilians and displaced hundreds. A Houthi miss»»»
Government Abolishes Partnership for Health Council
The Council of Ministers decided to abolish the Partnership for Health Council, a permanent consultative and advisory body to the Council of Ministers, the government information service said on Thursday. The Partnership for Health Council was established under the Concept Objectives for Health 202»»»
Nearly EUR 5 Mln Allocated in Additional Funding for Helicopter Emergency Medical Service
The Council of Ministers approved additional expenditure of EUR 4,986,305 under the 2026 budget of the Ministry of Transport and Communications for Bulgaria Heli Med Service EAD. The funds will be provided as a subsidy to ensure air transport for the state-organized emergency medical care system. I»»»
Brazil sues Discord, seeks $97 million over child safety failures - UPI.com
Brazil's Office of the Attorney General filed a civil lawsuit against Discord after it said it identified serious failures in protections for minors and age verification on the platform. Photo by Matheus Bertelli/Pexels BRASILIA, Brazil, Aug. 27 (UPI) -- The Brazilian government has sued Discord fo»»»
Russian Strikes UAV Component Storage Facility in Kiev Region – MoD
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Russian forces used attack drones to strike a transport and logistics complex in the city of Brovary in the Kiev region used to store components for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), the Russian Defense Ministry said on Thursday. "As a result, attack drones struck: ... a trans»»»
Saudi Arabia backs Infantino amid fallout from failed FIFA investment plan
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia, the hosts of the 2034 men’s World Cup, threw their its support behind FIFA chief Gianni Infantino on Thursday as he continues to face criticism over the collapse of the governing body’s controversial FIFA Forward Enterprise proposal. In a statement, the Saudi Arabian Footbal»»»
What Gaza’s children lose when toys become unaffordable
LONDON: In a market in Gaza, Maysa Yousef offered her children a choice — a slice of cake, or a toy. They wanted the toy, she said, she could see it in their eyes, but they chose cake instead. They understood what toys cost now and did not want to embarrass her in front of the shopkeeper. “Children»»»
Government Orders Financial Inspection of National Palace of Culture for 2024-2026
The Government has tasked the State Financial Inspection Agency with conducting a financial inspection of National Palace of Culture – Congress Centre Sofia EAD for the period between January 1, 2024 and June 30, 2026, the Government Information Service said. The review of financial data shows that»»»
Government Approves Draft Healthcare Cooperation Plan with North Macedonia
The Government on Thursday approved a draft 2026–2028 healthcare cooperation plan with North Macedonia. The document, which will serve as a basis for negotiations, is between the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Bulgaria and the Ministry of Health of the Republic of North Macedonia. The three-»»»
FDA approves new drug Rasonque to treat advanced pancreatic cancer
The US FDA on Wednesday approved Revolution Medicines' Rasonque for advanced pancreatic cancer, opening a new treatment option for patients with metastatic disease. A large trial found the once-daily pill doubled survival rates, offering fresh hope for people who have exhausted other treatments. Th»»»
Government Approves Bill Making Violations of EU Restrictive Measures Serious Crimes
The Government on Thursday approved a bill that would make violations and circumvention of EU restrictive measures serious criminal offences. The offences would be punishable by imprisonment, substantial fines and, where applicable, deprivation of certain rights. The amendments would fully transpos»»»
Cabinet Moves to Ensure Bulgaria Can Independently Maintain F-16 Block 70 Components
The Cabinet has proposed to Parliament to ratify an amendment to the Framework Agreement with US defence company Lockheed Martin under the Industrial Cooperation Programme linked to the acquisition of F-16 Block 70 fighter aircraft. The amendment will pave the way for the implementation of a new pr»»»
Cabinet Approves Establishment of Innovation and Technology Development Council
The Council of Ministers approved a draft decision establishing an Innovation and Technology Development Council as a consultative mechanism for shaping and implementing a long-term and consistent state policy on innovation and technological development, the government information service said on T»»»
Former Hungary international footballer Buzsáky missing, concern grows in England
The disappearance of former Hungary international footballer Ákos Buzsáky has sparked concern both in Hungary and England, where the midfielder spent much of his career. The 44-year-old has been reported missing by Hungarian authorities, while his former club Queens Park Rangers has said it is pray»»»
Ashghal adopts latest construction methods, technologies in its building projects
DOHA: The Public Works Authority 'Ashghal'continues to adopt the latest modern construction methods and technologies in the implementation of its building projects, including steel structures and precast concrete, where the nature and technical requirements of the projects make these solutions suit»»»
Hitesh Motwani appointed CEO of InsuranceMarket.ae, Avinash Babur moves to Chairman role
Dubai, UAE: InsuranceMarket.ae has appointed Hitesh Motwani as Chief Executive Officer following regulatory approval from the Central Bank of the UAE, marking an important new chapter for one of the UAE's leading insurance platforms. Founder Avinash Babur will move into the role of Chairman of Insu»»»
Nile crocodile eggs hatch naturally in French zoo following heatwaves
Ten Nile crocodile eggs at a wildlife park in southern France hatched naturally without the need for controlled incubators, zoo authorities said Wednesday. The natural incubation, a first at the reserve for reptiles, occurred following a series of extreme heatwaves over the summer. France's heatwav»»»
