Robert Carradine, Lizzie Mcguire and Revenge of the Nerds star, dies aged 71
Robert Carradine, the US actor best known for roles in Revenge of the Nerds and Lizzie McGuire, has died aged 71. In a statement, his family said the actor took his own life after living with bipolar disorder for nearly two decades. The Carradine family said they wanted to announce his cause of dea»»»
Serbian embassy in Brussels, Mission to EU host Statehood Day reception
BRUSSELS- A reception to mark Serbia's Statehood Day was held in Brussels on Monday. Attended by numerous guests, the reception was hosted by Serbian Ambassador to Brussels Aleksandar Tasic and the head of the Serbian Mission to the EU Ambassador Danijel Apostolovic, and representatives of Serbia's»»»
Dinar-to-euro exchange rate at RSD 117.4222
BELGRADE - The Serbian dinar's official median exchange rate against the euro is 117.4222 dinars for one euro on Tuesday, which is a slight change relative to Monday, the National Bank of Serbia said. The dinar is steady against the euro m-o-m, down by 0.2 pct y-o-y and down by 0.1 pct relative to »»»
Import of European waste: Tunisia tested on its infrastructure
Tunis, Feb 24 (TAP) - In July 2025, the European Commission indicated that it had received around twenty requests from non-OECD countries for inclusion on list of countries eligible to import non-hazardous waste from EU, including Tunisia. In...»»»
UK-French Scheme to Arm Ukraine With Nukes Blatantly Violates Int'l Law – Kremlin
Intention of Britain and France to arm Ukraine with nuclear weapons a flagrant violation of the norms and principles of the relevant acts of international law, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Tuesday. "This is a blatant violation of all the norms and principles of relevant acts of internati»»»
USS Gerald Ford, World’s Largest Aircraft Carrier, at US Base on Crete
The USS Gerald R. Ford, the world's largest aircraft carrier, has reached the US naval base of Souda Bay on Crete, en route to joining a massive military build-up in the Middle East. President Donald Trump, who ordered strikes on Iran last year, has repeatedly threatened Tehran with fresh military »»»
Frenchman arrested in Thessaloniki for reckless driving
A 25-year-old French national was arrested in northern Greece early Monday for dangerous driving, police said. The man was seen violating two red traffic lights in the Menemeni area of western Thessaloniki and making dangerous maneuvers risking collision with other vehicles and pedestrians. Eventua»»»
Man dies after falling from bridge on major route
A 74-year-old man has died after falling from a pedestrian bridge on a major highway in Egaleo, western Athens. The incident happened on the southbound lane of Kifisos Avenue, at the junction of Petrou Ralli near the River West shopping mall, at around 2.30 a.m. on Tuesday. After his fall, the man »»»
Severe flooding submerges farmland in Evros border region
Torrential rain has pushed the Evros River, which forms the border between Turkey and Greece, over its banks, flooding its low-lying areas on both sides of the border. A levee breach in Kornofolia, a community south of Soufli, pushed floodwaters towards the plain submerging more than 1,000 acres of»»»
Local Authorities Must Not Delay Decisions in Times of Crisis – Association Leader
Local authorities uphold the principles of democracy on the ground and cannot postpone decisions in times of crises, emergencies and social challenges, said Daniel Panov, Chair of the Management Board of the National Association of Municipalities in the Republic of Bulgaria (NAMRB) and Mayor of Vel»»»
Bulgaria: Peevski Retires “New Beginning,” Pledges Unified DPS for Elections
Bulgarian media tycoon and notorious oligarch Delyan Peevski has officially retired the “New Beginning” label as his party prepares for the upcoming parliamentary elections, according to an announcement from the DPS press office. The party’s Central Council recently convened and formalized plans fo»»»
Canadian PM Mark Carney heads to India to boost trade and repair ties
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney heads to India on Thursday for the first stop on an Asia–Pacific tour aimed at reducing trade reliance on the United States. Stops in Australia and Japan underscore Ottawa’s push to diversify alliances amid global uncertainty. Canadian Prime M»»»
Hamas: Settler Arson Attack on West Bank Mosque a Fascist Crime - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hamas: Settler Arson Attack on West Bank Mosque a Fascist Crime 24-02-2026 12:06 PM Hamas on Monday condemned an arson attack carried out b»»»
DSB Marks Four Years Since Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine
Representatives of Democrats for a Strong Bulgaria (DSB) marked fours years since the start of Russian invasion of Ukraine on Tuesday. They arranged children’s shoes on a sidewalk in front of the Embassy of the Russian Federation in Sofia, as a symbol of the children’s lives taken during the war. A»»»
U.S. tariffs take effect, triggering market volatility and allied concern
Washington, Feb. 24 (SANA) New U.S. tariffs ordered by President Donald Trump have taken effect, signaling a renewed shift toward protectionist trade policies and raising concerns about broader global economic disruption. The measures impose a 10% duty on imported goods effective at midnight Tuesda»»»
Bulgaria: Acting Interior Minister Calls for Secretary General’s Dismissal Amid "Petrohan" Controversy
Acting Minister of Interior Emil Dechev has formally requested that President Iliana Yotova dismiss Secretary General of the Ministry of Internal Affairs Miroslav Rashkov. The proposal, approved by the Cabinet on Monday, comes amid a series of high-profile incidents that Dechev said highlight serio»»»
From Two Hours to 30 Minutes: Qiddiya Bullet Train to Cut Riyadh Travel Time by 75%
Qiddiya is set to become significantly more accessible under plans to link the entertainment and tourism hub to King Salman International Airport and the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD) through the new Qiddiya Bullet Train. The project will reduce travel time to around 30 minutes, down from»»»
Nancy Guthrie abduction puts focus on 'kidnap and ransom' insurance - UPI.com
1 of 2 | An FBI image released on Feb. 10 shows a person of interest in the kidnapping of Nancy Guthrie, mother of Today show host Savannah Guthrie. The high-profile case has sparked discussions about who may want or need "kidnap and ransom" insurance. File Photo by FBI/UPI | License Photo ST. PAUL»»»
Panama seizes control of two ports operated by Hong Kong subsidiary - UPI.com
A general view of cargo containers at the Port of Balboa in Panama City, Panama, on Monday, February 23, 2026. The Panamanian government has taken control of two ports near the Canal whose concessions, held by a subsidiary of the Chinese conglomerate CK Hutchison, were annulled by a final court rul»»»
Head injuries may trigger lasting brain changes study
Canberra, Australia: Preliminary findings from an Australian study indicate traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), including concussions, may trigger lasting brain changes detectable decades later, even in healthy adults. Researchers observed higher mood dysfunction scores, reduced white matter integrity»»»
Quitting first cigarette after fasting is first step toward giving up smoking: PHCC
Doha, Qatar: Ramadan is seen as a suitable opportunity for smokers in their efforts to quit smoking, due to the religious and social factors this month provides that help in overcoming this scourge, as fasting for several hours forces the smoker to reduce nicotine, which trains the body to graduall»»»
Bhopal case triggers outrage as sisters held over rape and conversion allegations
Dubai: A disturbing case involving allegations of rape, forced religious conversion and an alleged sex trafficking network has rocked Madhya Pradesh’s capital, with police arresting two sisters accused of luring and exploiting vulnerable young women under the pretext of offering jobs. The accused —»»»
Philippine house committee approves bill abolishing travel tax for Filipinos
Dubai: A key panel at the house of representatives of the Philippines has approved a measure seeking to abolish the Philippines’ travel tax, a move that could lower the cost of flying out of the country for millions of passengers. The house committee on tourism, chaired by Romblon representative El»»»
TMG’s Profit Climbs 43% in 2025 and FTSE Upgrade Boosts its Global Profile
Cairo — Talaat Moustafa Group Holding (TMG) delivered a robust financial performance in 2025, reporting a 43% year-on-year increase in consolidated net profit to EGP 18.2 billion, supported by broad-based growth across its real estate, hospitality, and recurring income segments. The results reinfor»»»
Egypt’s Foreign Reserves Reach Record $52.6bn in Early 2026
Cairo – Egypt’s foreign currency reserves have climbed to their highest levels on record, underscoring a marked improvement in the country’s external financial position amid a challenging global backdrop. In a series of infographics released this week, the Media Center of the Egyptian Cabinet highl»»»
Bahrain Banking Sector Eyes Major Consolidation as Profit Margins Normalize
Manama, Bahrain — Bahrain’s banking industry is entering a significant consolidation phase as profitability pressures increase, with competition among lenders intensifying and margins softening in a smaller, highly over-banked market. The most notable development is the ongoing merger discussions b»»»
New US Tariffs Come in at Lower 10% Rate
The United States imposed an additional tariff from Tuesday of 10% on all goods not covered by exemptions, a notice issued by US Customs and Border Protection said, the rate initially announced by President Donald Trump on Friday rather than the 15% he promised a day later. Reacting to the Supreme»»»
Romania records EU’s steepest decline in new car registrations in January
New passenger car registrations in Europe declined year on year in January 2026, marking the first drop since June 2025, amid weaker demand in major markets including Germany, France, and Poland, according to data published by the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA), cited by Ager»»»
Police officer detained in Talas on suspicion of extortion - | 24.KG
The State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan (SCNS) reported that, as part of its systematic efforts to identify and combat corruption in law enforcement agencies, it uncovered a case of extortion by T.R.Z., a senior detective of the Criminal Investigation Department of the Department of»»»
Universities of Kyrgyzstan and South Korea sign trilateral agreement - | 24.KG
Osh State Pedagogical University and Bishkek Music and Pedagogical Institute have signed a trilateral agreement on international cooperation with leading universities of the Republic of Korea — Dong-Eui Institute of Technology and Kyungdong University, the Ministry of Education reported. According »»»
NEET pressure horror in Lucknow: Teen shoots father, tries to dump body parts
Dubai: A teenager has been arrested for allegedly shooting dead his 49-year-old father, a pathology lab owner, at their residence in Aashiana before dismembering the body and attempting to dispose of the remains, Indian media quoted the police as saying on Monday. According to investigators, the in»»»
Trump Growing Frustrated with Limits of Iran Military Options: Report
President Trump has grown increasingly frustrated with what aides describe as the limits of military leverage against Iran, CBS News reported late on Monday, citing sources familiar with the matter. According to the report, unlike previous targeted operations, including the recent one removing Vene»»»
Police in Razgrad Arrest Turkish Citizen Wanted by Interpol
A Turkish citizen who is wanted by Interpol with a red notice was arrested by police in the northeastern town of Razgrad, the press centre of the Regional Directorate of the Interior Ministry said on Tuesday. The 74-year-old man is wanted for committing sexual violence against a minor on the territ»»»
Syrian Chambers of Commerce discuss preparations for NASTEX 2026
Damascus, Feb. 24 (SANA) The Federation of Syrian Chambers of Commerce discussed preparations for the International Exhibition NASTEX 2026, scheduled to be held under the patronage of President Ahmad al-Sharaa from April 1 to 4 at Damascus Fairgrounds. During a meeting on Monday, participants revie»»»
Air Ambulance Plunges into Eastern India Forest, Killing 7
An air ambulance crashed into a dense forest in eastern India, killing all seven people on board, authorities said. The Beechcraft C90 aircraft operated by Redbird Airways Pvt. Ltd. lost control minutes after taking off from Ranchi, the capital of Jharkhand state, on Monday, the country’s aviation »»»
1986 'People Power': The spark in Manila that led to world-changing events, 'Iron Curtain' meltdown
Manila: After Adolf Hitler, the murderous dictator of Nazi Germany, and Hideki Tojo, the murderous dictator of Japan during World War II, there emerged Ferdinand Marcos Sr., the murderous dictator of the Philippines. Other lesser Hitlers emerged in Asia, the Americas and Europe. Then after decades »»»
Water volume at Toktogul HPP to reach 6.8 billion cubic meters by April 1 - | 24.KG
By April 1, the water volume in Toktogul hydroelectric power plant (HPP) reservoir is expected to amount to 6.8 billion cubic meters. Energy Minister of Kyrgyzstan Taalaibek Ibraev said at a meeting of the Committee on Industrial Policy, Transport, Fuel and Energy Complex, Architecture and Construc»»»
Turkish government to pay $100,000 per episode for export-quality “dizi” TV soap
In an unexpected plot twist for Turkey’s sizzling TV soap opera industry, the government has pledged financial support of up to $100,000 per episode of “exportable” series. Widely hailed as “binge-worthy” and “world-beatin»»»
Turkish government to pay $100,000 per episode for export-quality “dizi” TV soap
In an unexpected plot twist for Turkey’s sizzling TV soap opera industry, the government has pledged financial support of up to $100,000 per episode of “exportable” series. Widely hailed as “binge-worthy” and “world-beatin»»»
Cuban fuel crisis: a Russian tanker is on route. Will Trump let it through?
A tanker widely believed to be carrying Russian fuel is heading towards Cuba, potentially setting the stage for a fresh confrontation between Moscow and Washington as the island struggles under a de facto US fuel embargo that has crippled power generation, transport and basic services. »»»
Cuban fuel crisis: a Russian tanker is on route. Will Trump let it through?
A tanker widely believed to be carrying Russian fuel is heading towards Cuba, potentially setting the stage for a fresh confrontation between Moscow and Washington as the island struggles under a de facto US fuel embargo that has crippled power generation, transport and basic services. »»»
Cuban fuel crisis: a Russian tanker is on route. Will Trump let it through?
A tanker widely believed to be carrying Russian fuel is heading towards Cuba, potentially setting the stage for a fresh confrontation between Moscow and Washington as the island struggles under a de facto US fuel embargo that has crippled power generation, transport and basic services. »»»
A Horse’s Neigh May Be Unique in the Animal Kingdom. Now Scientists Know How They Do It
Horses whinny to find new friends, greet old ones and celebrate happy moments like feeding time. How exactly horses produce that distinctive sound — also called a neigh — has long eluded scientists. The whinny is an unusual combination of both high and low pitched sounds, like a cross between a gru»»»
Winter storm blankets US northeast as travel bans imposed
New York: More than 40 million people were under weather warnings in the northeastern United States on Monday, as a winter storm dumped shin-deep snow and officials in New York enforced a citywide travel ban. The so-called "Nor'easter" pummeled the region overnight, disrupting flights and leaving h»»»
Sidra Medicine, QatarEnergy sign MoU for mutual collaboration across healthcare services, professional development opportunities
DOHA: Sidra MedicineandQatarEnergyhave signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to set a framework for mutual collaboration across healthcare services, professional development opportunities, and the exchange of expertise. The MoU reflects both organizations’ commitment to contribute to the ongoi»»»
Kyrgyzstan exported 3,886 billion kWh of electricity in 2025 - | 24.KG
Kyrgyzstan exported 3,886 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity last year. Energy Minister Taalaibek Ibraev said at a meeting of the Committee on Industrial Policy, Transport, Fuel and Energy Complex, Architecture and Construction of the Zhogorku Kenesh. According to him, in 2025 the republic gener»»»
1986 'People Power': The spark in Manila that led to world-changing events, 'Iron Curtain' meltdown
Manila: After Adolf Hitler, the murderous dictator of Nazi Germany, there emerged Ferdinand Marcos Sr., the murderous dictator of the Philippines. Other lesser Hitlers emerged in Asia, the Americas and Europe. Then after decades of darkness, came the EDSA "People Power" revolt, which sparked a sea-»»»
Trump denies split with top general on Iran
President Donald Trump on Monday denied reports that the top U.S. military officer had flagged the risks of a major operation against Iran, saying Washington would "easily" defeat Tehran in any conflict. Trump said on Truth Social that General Dan Caine "like all of us, would like not to see War bu»»»
Russian Forces Liberate Rizdvyanka Village in Zaporozhye Region – MoD
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian troops have taken control of Rizdvyanka village in the Zaporozhye region, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Tuesday. "As a result of offensive actions, units of the Vostok group of forces took control of the village of Rizdvyanka in the Zaporozhye region," the ministry»»»
Saudi Arabia’s 2025 Budget: Record Non-Oil Revenues, Sustained Investment in Well-Being
Saudi Arabia closed the 2025 fiscal year with a strong economic performance underscoring the momentum of its national transformation drive and the resilience of its economy. Official results pointed to what authorities described as a strategic balance between expansionary spending and maintaining f»»»