Jeffrey Epstein's estate to settle suit with victims for at least $25 million - UPI.com
1 of 4 | Chair of the House Democratic Women's Caucus Rep. Teresa Leger Fernandez, D-N.M., speaks during a press conference with advocates and survivors of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, including the family of Virginia Giuffre, at the U.S. Capitol on February 10. Two executors of Epstein'»»»
Two Martyrs in Israeli Drone Attack on Palestinian Refugee Camp in South Lebanon
As part of the ongoing Israeli aggression against Lebanese areas and Palestinian camps, an Israeli drone launched an attack this afternoon on the Cinema neighborhood in the Hittin neighborhood of the Ain al-Hilweh camp, south of Sidon. The drone fired two missiles at a building formerly occupied by»»»
FBI to lower requirements for special agents – Reuters
The FBI is planning to make it easier for existing employees to become special agents by eliminating two long-standing vetting steps, Reuters reported on Thursday, citing sources. The change comes as Director Kash Patel seeks to reshape the bureau amid an agent shortage. According to the report, Pa»»»
NASA chief blasts Boeing over botched Starliner mission
NASA chief Jared Isaacman has slammed Boeing for failures that plagued the botched debut mission of its first crewed spaceship, Starliner, which left two astronauts stranded for nine months last year.A billionaire private astronaut and close associate of SpaceX founder Elon Musk, Isaacman, who was »»»
Dollar falls after US court overturns Trump's tariffs
Washington: The US dollar fell on Friday, heading towards ending a four-session winning streak, following a US Supreme Court decision to overturn the sweeping tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump under a law intended for use in national emergencies. The dollar had risen earlier in the day, dri»»»
Central Election Commission Allocates Seats to Multi-Member Constituencies for April 19 Parliamentary Elections
The Central Election Commission (CEC) has allocated the seats to the multi-member constituencies for the parliamentary elections scheduled for April 19, 2026, the Commission said on Friday. The CEC determines the number of seats for each multi-member constituency according to a uniform national rep»»»
President Hosts Iftar Dinner Marking Beginning of Ramadan
President Iliana Iotova hosted a traditional iftar dinner in Sofia on Friday marking the onset of the holy month of Ramadan for Muslims. Addressing the guests at the fast-breaking evening meal, she said that the aspirations of the human heart are the same - both in joy and in worries, regardless of»»»
Djedovic Handanovic: Operating licence for NIS extended until March 20
BELGRADE - The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) of the US Department of the Treasury has extended an operating licence issued to the Serbian oil company NIS for 30 more days, until March 20. NIS is under US sanctions due to its Russian-majority ownership. "Good news for Serbian citizens - th»»»
French minister pledges tight security at rally for killed activist
French police will be out in force at a weekend rally for a slain far-right activist, the interior minister said Friday, as the country seeks to contain anger over the fatal beating blamed on the hard left.»»»
Trump to Travel to China Next Month, with US Trade Policy in Focus
US President Donald Trump will travel to China from March 31 to April 2 for a highly anticipated meeting between the world's two biggest economies, following the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Trump's sweeping tariffs against imported goods. A White House official confirmed the trip on Friday»»»
Lebanon Says Two Killed in Israeli Strike on Palestinian Refugee Camp
Lebanon said an Israeli strike on the country's largest Palestinian refugee camp killed two people on Friday, with Israel's army saying it had targeted the Palestinian group Hamas. The official National News Agency said "an Israeli drone" targeted a neighborhood of the Ain al-Hilweh camp, which is »»»
Serbia, Angola hold political consultations
BELGRADE - State Secretary at the Serbian MFA Damjan Jovic and Angolan State Secretary for International Cooperation Domingos Lopes led political consultations between the Serbian and Angolan MFAs on Friday, confirming the friendly relations between the two countries and expressing readiness to adv»»»
Vucic: Good discussion with Koopman, Serbia's success might surprise many
MAJDANPEK - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said on Friday he had had a very successful meeting with Director-General of the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Enlargement and Eastern Neighbourhood Gert Jan Koopman earlier in the day, and noted that Serbia would remain on the EU path »»»
Neymar hints at possible retirement after World Cup
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil: Former Brazil captain Neymar said he is thinking of retiring at the end of the year after being hampered by injuries but hopes to go to the World Cup first. The ex-Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain striker returned in January 2025 to his boyhood club Santos from Saudi club A»»»
Diplomacy Is Still the Only Viable Path to Peace in Ukraine, UN Refugee Chief Barham Salih Says
There are many obstacles to a peace deal in Ukraine, but a diplomatic solution remains the only viable option, the newly appointed head of the UN refugee agency said Friday, warning that humanitarian operations are increasingly overstretched because of multiple global crises. Barham Salih, Iraq’s f»»»
Argentina sees 22,000 companies close over two years - UPI.com
More than 22,000 companies have closed and more than 300,000 formal jobs have been lost in Argentina over the past two years as a result of a trade liberalization policy that reduced tariffs with the promise of lowering consumer prices, a trade association says. File Photo by Juan Ignacio Roncoroni»»»
Trump says he's considering limited strikes on Iran amid nuclear talks - UPI.com
President Donald Trump speaks during a Governors Working Breakfast in the State Dining Room of the White House in Washington, D.C., on Friday. He told a reporter he's considering limited military strikes on Iran. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Feb. 20 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump said »»»
Ramadan reflections: NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani shares why it’s his favourite month
As Ramadan begins, New York City’s first Muslim mayor, Zohran Mamdani, has shared his reflections on the holy month, calling it his favourite time of year for its spirit of reflection and the sense of community it inspires. “Right now, I feel parched,” Mamdani joked to reporters. “This is a month o»»»
What Is ALS, the Disease That Killed Actor Eric Dane?
Eric Dane, known for his roles on "Grey’s Anatomy" and "Euphoria," died this week from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis at age 53. The fatal nervous system disease, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, killed Dane less than a year after he announced his diagnosis. According to the Centers for Disease C»»»
Revisited - Amid chaos, southern Yemen dreams of regaining independence
Hundreds of thousands of people in Aden, in southern Yemen, are calling for the return of the pre-1990 state of South Yemen, creating a gaping rift with the legitimate Saudi-backed government. Led by the Southern Transitional Council (STC), this desire for independence is hampered by a brutal reali»»»
French interior minister pledges tight security at rally for slain far-right activist
French police will be out in force at a weekend rally for slain far-right activist Quentin Deranque, the interior minister said Friday, as the country seeks to contain anger over the fatal beating blamed on the hard left. His death has fomented tensions ahead of municipal elections next month »»»
UK police search property of ex-prince Andrew as royals reel from arrest
UK police on Friday searched properties belonging to the British royals for a second day after the sensational arrest of disgraced ex-prince Andrew tipped the British monarchy into crisis. Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested and later released as police probe misconduct claims over»»»
Talking Europe - 'We will be able to defend Ukraine' thanks to EU loan: Ambassador Vsevolod Chentsov
As part of FRANCE 24’s and Talking Europe’s coverage of the fourth anniversary of the war in Ukraine, we host veteran diplomat Vsevolod Chentsov, Ukraine’s ambassador to the European Union. He highlights the critical assistance the EU is providing for the country’s military, budgetary, and energy n»»»
The 51% - Epstein fallout reaches France as former UK Prince is arrested
As former British prince, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is arrested over ties to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, the scandal spreads to France, where Paris prosecutors have opened an investigation into a former government minister and his daughter. Also as we mark four years since Rus»»»
Lebanon Says One Killed in Israeli Strike on Palestinian Refugee Camp
An Israeli strike on Lebanon's largest Palestinian refugee camp killed one person on Friday, state media reported, with the Israeli army saying it had targeted the Palestinian group Hamas. The official National News Agency said "an Israeli drone" targeted a neighborhood of the Ain al-Hilweh camp, w»»»
Trump tariffs struck down: What's his backup plan?
TradeUnited States of AmericaTrump tariffs struck down: What's his backup plan? Timothy RooksIn a much-anticipated decision, the US Supreme Court has ruled that most of the president's tariffs are unconstitutional because of how he implemented them. But the administration is prepared to reinstate t»»»
Greece rejects Ukrainian request to extradite former pro-Russian city councilor
Greece has rejected a Ukrainian request to extradite a former pro-Russian city councilor wanted on an international warrant for alleged fraud involving municipal real estate, ruling that he would face safety risks if returned to his war-torn country. The 54-year-old, a former city councilor in Odes»»»
Venezuela passes amnesty law but excludes opposition leaders
Venezuela's parliament passed amnesty legislation on February 19 by unanimous vote, potentially freeing hundreds of individuals imprisoned for political opposition to the regime of deposed president Nicolas Maduro. But the measure explicitly excludes those accused of promoting foreign military inte»»»
New York nurses reach deal with hospital to end strike - UPI.com
1 of 5 | Picketers hold signs outside at the entrance to Mount Sinai Hospital on Jan. 20 in New York City. On Friday, the final group of nurses on strike reached a tentative deal with New York-Presbyterian/Columbia hospital to end the strike. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo Feb. 20 (UPI»»»
Supreme Court limits Trump’s tariff authority in 6-3 decision - UPI.com
1 of 2 | The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Friday that President Donald Trump does not have the unilateral authority to impose tariffs. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Feb. 20 (UPI) -- The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Friday that President Donald Trump does not have the unilateral authority to»»»
NASA announces earliest date for Artemis 2 lunar launch
NASA on Friday set March 6 as the earliest possible launch date for Artemis 2, the first crewed flyby mission to the Moon in more than 50 years. Lori Glaze, a senior official with the US space agency, cautioned that pad work, a flight readiness review and a dress rehearsal analysis needed to be com»»»
Iran’s Khamenei Faces Gravest Crisis of His Rule as US Strike Force Gathers
Ali Khamenei has crushed unrest and survived foreign pressure before but, with his envoys racing to avert threatened American airstrikes through ongoing talks, Iran's Supreme Leader faces the gravest crisis of his 36-year rule. An embittered population toils under a sanctions-hit economy. Huge prot»»»
Israeli airstrike targets Ain Al Hilweh camp in southern Lebanon
Beirut: An Israeli airstrike on Friday resulted in one fatality and several injuries following a targeted strike inside the Ain Al Hilweh Palestinian refugee camp in the city of Sidon, southern Lebanon. The Lebanese National News Agency (NNA) reported that a hostile drone fired two missiles at a bu»»»
Why the Supreme Court ruled Trump’s sweeping tariffs illegal: Key points explained
The US Supreme Court ruled Friday that President Donald Trump exceeded his authority by imposing a broad set of tariffs that disrupted global trade. The six-three conservative-majority decision blocked a key economic tool Trump used to pursue his agenda. The court found that the International Emerg»»»
Institute of Meteorology Issues Yellow and Orange Code for Significant Rain and Snow in 20 Regions on Saturday
The National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (NIMH) issued a yellow code warning (first degree) for ice and significant rainfall and snowfall in 11 regions for Saturday. An orange code (second degree) has been issued for nine regions, the map with warning codes for dangerous meteorological p»»»
Central Election Commission Chair: Active Preparations Underway for April 19 Elections
Central Election Commission Chair Kamelia Neykova told a briefing on Friday that CEC is actively preparing for the April 19 parliamentary elections, with an information campaign set to launch in the coming days. Neykova discussed the preparations with caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gurov, who also»»»
NASA sets March 6 as earliest date for Artemis 2 lunar launch
Washington: NASA on Friday set March 6 as the earliest possible launch date for Artemis 2, the first crewed flyby mission to the Moon in more than 50 years. Lori Glaze, a senior official with the US space agency, cautioned that more pad work and a dress rehearsal remained in order to meet that date»»»
US Strikes on Iran Could Target Individual Leaders, Officials Say
US military planning on Iran has reached an advanced stage with options including targeting individuals as part of an attack and even pursuing regime change in Tehran, if ordered by President Donald Trump, two US officials told Reuters. The military options are the latest signs that the United Stat»»»
Trump tariffs struck down: What's his backup plan?
TradeUnited States of AmericaTrump tariffs struck down: What's his backup plan? Timothy RooksIn a much-anticipated decision, the US Supreme Court has ruled that most of the president's tariffs are unconstitutional because of how he implemented them. But the administration is prepared to reinstate t»»»
Tariffs ruling is major blow to Trump's second-term agenda
Donald Trump had been warning for months that a Supreme Court decision like this would be catastrophic. If the court curtailed his ability to impose these tariffs, he had said, it would be an "economic and national security disaster". A six-justice majority of the Supreme Court, in ruling against t»»»
A rare 'no' for Trump, but not necessarily an end to tariffs
From tearing down the White House's East Wing to capturing foreign leaders, this is not a president who is used to being told "No". But the Supreme Court's ruling that President Donald Trump cannot legally use emergency powers to invoke reciprocal and country-specific tariffs derails his existing t»»»
Israel Army Says on ‘Defensive Alert’ Regarding Iran but No Change to Public Guidelines
The Israeli army said it was on "defensive alert" as the United States threatens potential military action against Iran, but insisted there were no changes in its guidelines for the public. "We are closely monitoring regional developments and are aware of the public discourse concerning Iran. The (»»»
Trump Says Weighing Strike on Iran as Tehran Says Draft Deal Coming Soon
US President Donald Trump said he was considering a limited strike on Iran after ordering a major naval buildup in the Middle East aimed at heaping pressure on Tehran to cut a deal to curb its nuclear program. The latest threat came after Iran's foreign minister said a draft proposal for an agreeme»»»
US Supreme Court strikes down swath of Trump global tariffs
Washington: The US Supreme Court ruled Friday that Donald Trump exceeded his authority in imposing a swath of tariffs that upended global trade, blocking a key tool the president has wielded to impose his economic agenda. The conservative-majority high court ruled six-three in the judgment, saying »»»
UAE, Bahrain jointly dispatch urgent 100 tonnes of aid to Gaza Strip
Abu Dhabi: In cooperation with ‘’Operation Chivalrous Knight 3’’ and the Emirates Red Crescent of the United Arab Emirates, the Royal Humanitarian Foundation of the Kingdom of Bahrain (RHF) has dispatched an urgent 100-tonne relief shipment to the Gaza Strip on the occasion of the holy month of Ram»»»
Nasa targets early March to send humans back around the Moon
Nasa is targeting March 6 (March 7 in the UK) to launch a crew around the Moon for the first time in more than 50 years, in what would be humankind's furthest ever trip into space. The Artemis II mission will see four astronauts embark on a 10-day journey around the far side of the Moon and back to»»»
Austria snowstorm brings road and power chaos, two deaths
Vienna: A massive snowstorm in Austria on Friday caused power outages, transport chaos and two deaths, including one man who was crushed by a snow plough, officials said. The man, aged 53, was killed when the plough fell down some steps in a "residential complex" in the northern city of Linz, polic»»»
Fishing Vessel Found Sunk near Cape Maslen Nos Two Days after Disappearing
A Bulgarian fishing vessel which disappeared near Cape Maslen Nos on February 18 was discovered on February 20 sunk in that area off the southern stretch of the Bulgarian Black Sea coast, the Defence Ministry said. The news was reported after Navy divers surveyed the place and found the vessel at a»»»
Woman charged over abandoning dog at Las Vegas airport
A woman has been charged with animal abandonment after she allegedly left her two-year-old dog at a Las Vegas airport, police have said. Officers found the golden doodle/mini poodle tied to a baggage sizer at Harry Reid International Airport after being alerted by other travellers. The animal's own»»»
Live: US Supreme Court strikes down Trump's sweeping 'reciprocal' tariffs
The US Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump's far-reaching “reciprocal” global tariffs on Friday, rejecting a cornerstone of his economic agenda. It's the first major piece of Trump's broad agenda to come squarely before the nation's highest court, which he helped shape w»»»