Boy’s bragging videos trigger arrest over forged cash, cloned cards
An underage boy who allegedly posted videos on social media bragging about how he cloned other people’s bank cards to steal their money has been identified and arrested by the police cybercrime squad, officials said Thursday. A police statement said the youth, whose age was not made public, was tak»»»
Parliament Votes Through Multi-fund Model in Supplementary Pension Insurance
The National Assembly on Thursday voted conclusively amendments to the Social Insurance Code to introduce a multi-fund model in supplementary pension insurance. According to the government, which submitted the proposal, the multi-fund model will allow insured individuals to choose how their pension»»»
HRW Says Israel's Lebanon Evacuation Risks Violating Laws of War
Human Rights Watch said on Thursday that the Israeli military's call for residents of vast areas of southern Lebanon to evacuate raised "serious risks of violations of the laws of war". Lebanon was drawn into the Middle East war when Iran-backed Hezbollah began firing rockets at Israel with Israel »»»
Watch: Florida man finds 7-foot boa constrictor in his driveway - UPI.com
March 4 (UPI) -- A Florida man preparing to leave for work was delayed by the presence of a 7-foot boa constrictor taking a rest in his driveway. Jay Slagle said he looked outside his second-floor window Sunday in the Woodbine neighborhood of Riviera Beach when he spotted the snake in his driveway.»»»
Look: British library's overdue books turn up at thrift store 50 years later - UPI.com
1 of 3 | Workers at a library in England got a "huge surprise" when a pair of books that were 50 years overdue turned up at a thrift store about 60 miles away. Photo courtesy of Leeds City Council March 4 (UPI) -- Workers at a library in England got a "huge surprise" when a pair of books that were »»»
Experts: Iran-style strike unlikely against North Korea - UPI.com
1 of 2 | Randall Schriver, president of the Institute for Indo-Pacific Security Studies, speaks with Scott Snyder, president of the Korea Economic Institute, during an event at the Korea Economic Institute in Washington on March 3, 2026. Photo by Asia Today March 4 (Asia Today) -- U.S. experts say »»»
Russia and Ukraine exchange 400 prisoners under UAE-US mediation
Abu Dhabi: The UAE said its joint mediation efforts with the United States had led to a new prisoner exchange between Russia and Ukraine, involving 200 prisoners from each side, bringing the total number of detainees released through such mediation to 5,355. In a statement, the UAE Ministry of Fore»»»
Iranian frigate sunk near Sri Lanka was returning from India war games
The Iranian warship sunk by a US submarine near Sri Lanka had just participated in naval exercises hosted by India and was sailing through international waters in the Indian Ocean on its way home when it was attacked, officials said. The frigate IRIS Dena had participated in the International Fleet»»»
Russia Open, Interested in Negotiations on Ukraine, Awaiting Next Round – Kremlin
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia is open and interested in negotiations on Ukraine and is awaiting the next round, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Thursday. "We remain open to negotiations. We are interested and looking forward to the next round," Peskov told Vesti. The pause in negotiations on Uk»»»
Bulgaria Not Directly Threatened by Middle East Conflict, PM Says
Bulgaria is not directly threatened by military actions, caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gurov said on Thursday. “Bulgaria is not a party to the conflict and does not participate in operations, and, as we heard from the NATO Secretary General, they are not involved in these military actions either,»»»
Tanker traffic collapses in Strait of Hormuz, spiking insurance, fertilizer costs
Dubai: Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has nearly halted as escalating tensions and security threats deter commercial vessels from entering one of the world’s most critical energy corridors. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The narrow waterway between the Gulf and»»»
Etihad Water and Electricity confirms stable operations amid regional developments
Dubai: Etihad Water and Electricity said its operational activities are continuing normally, with electricity and water services being delivered without disruption across the northern emirates despite ongoing regional developments. The company said it is operating in line with approved response pla»»»
Bulgaria's Interim Government Downplays Risk from Iran After Missile Incident, Opposition Demands Further Action
Today, Acting Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov stated after a meeting of the Security Council at the Council of Ministers that Bulgaria is not facing a direct military threat and is not involved in the conflict in the Middle East. He stressed that the country does not participate in military operations»»»
Yes, Bulgaria Co-chair Mirchev: Government Must Take Measures to Address Potential Migrant Wave, Rising Oil Prices
The government must take measures to prepare for potential a migrant wave, Continue the Change – Democratic Bulgaria MP and Yes, Bulgaria Co-chair Ivaylo Mirchev said, after the Security Council meeting at the Council of Ministers on Thursday. He added that so far there are no indications of migran»»»
Max Blumenthal accused Turning Point of lying about Charlie Kirk to sell a regime-change war with Iran
Journalist Max Blumenthal has accused conservative group Turning Point USA (TPUSA) of misrepresenting the stance of its late co-founder Charlie Kirk in order to defend the US-Israeli war on Iran. Kirk, a popular podcaster, was killed by a sniper last September while speaking at a college in Utah. H»»»
How Iranian bombers were shot down minutes from Middle East’s largest US air base in Qatar
Dubai: Qatari fighter jets shot down two Iranian bombers that were minutes away from striking a major US military base and a key energy facility in Qatar, marking the first reported air-to-air combat involving the Gulf state’s air force during the expanding regional war. Two Iranian Sukhoi Su-24 ta»»»
Iran vows to avenge sinking of navy frigate with loss of 87 lives - UPI.com
1 of 2 | A screenshot from footage shot from a U.S. Navy Submarine shows the moment of impact as a torpedo strikes the the IRIS Dena, a Moudge Class Frigate of the Iranian Navy, on Wednesday. Photo via U.S. Department of Defense/UPI | License Photo March 5 (UPI) -- Iran on Thursday vowed to exact r»»»
UAE’s early spring break: Parents share how their families are adapting
Dubai: Schools and universities across the UAE will begin an early spring break from Monday, March 9, after the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research announced a revised holiday schedule on Wednesday. The break, which runs until Sunday, March 22, applies»»»
Iran’s Missiles and Bulgaria: How Safe Is the Country Under NATO Shield?
Former Defense Minister Todor Tagarev and Captain 1st Rank Vasil Danov, a member of the Board of the Atlantic Council of Bulgaria, discussed on Nova TV the potential threats to the country amid rising tensions in the Middle East and the implications for national security. Both agreed that while the»»»
Khamenei's killing sends shockwaves across Pakistan
The assassination of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei sent political shockwaves across South Asia, with reaction in Pakistan particularly pronounced. Within hours of the news, protests erupted from Lahore and the port city of Karachi to the mountainous region of Skardu, among other plac»»»
In a warming Arctic, U.S., China weigh rivalry against stewardship - UPI.com
A polar bear swims in the water off a barrier island in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge just outside the Inupiat village of Kaktovik, Alaska. File Photo by Jim Lo Scalzo/EPA March 5 (UPI) -- This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Arctic Council, once a hallmark of post-Cold War cooperation»»»
Prime Minister receives phone call from Deputy Prime Minister of Moldova
Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, today received a phone call from HE Mihai Popsoi, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Moldova. During the call, they reviewed the developments of»»»
Limited flights resume at Abu Dhabi airport after disruption
Dubai: Limited flight operations have resumed at Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport following recent disruptions, with authorities coordinating a wide support network for thousands of affected passengers across the emirate. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Airport »»»
Dubai impounds hundreds of delivery bicycles in safety crackdown
Dubai: Dubai authorities have impounded more than 390 delivery bicycles over the past three months as part of intensified inspections aimed at improving safety and regulatory compliance across the emirate’s rapidly expanding delivery sector. The joint operation, conducted by the Roads and Transport»»»
Amir receives telephone call from King of Belgium
Doha, Qatar: The Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received a telephone call today from His Majesty King Philippe of the friendly Kingdom of Belgium. At the beginning of the call, His Majesty the King inquired about the situation in the State of Qatar, expressing his country’s solid»»»
Russia Returns 200 Soldiers From Ukrainian Captivity, 200 PoWs Return to Ukraine - Defense Ministry
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia returned 200 soldiers from Ukrainian captivity and 200 prisoners of war of Ukrainian armed forces were transferred in return, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Thursday. "On March 5, 200 Russian servicepeople were returned from the territory controlled by the Kiev regim»»»
He loved taking things apart as a child — now he runs a 3D printing business in Dubai
Dubai: As a kid, Kevin Alexander loved to pull things apart, figure out how they worked, and piece them back together. He went on to study mechanical engineering in Dubai — no surprises there. Today, Alexander leads Design Cave 3D, a Dubai-based 3D printing and additive manufacturing hub launched i»»»
Cabinet Chairman of Kyrgyzstan inspects several medical facilities - | 24.KG
The Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the Presidential Administration of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev, made a working visit to several medical facilities in Bishkek and Chui region. The main goal of the visit was to inspect the progress of construction of new buildings and address »»»
Education Minister calls for faith and devotion in Ramadan message
Doha, Qatar: Minister of Education and Higher Education HE Lolwah bint Rashid bin Mohammed Al Khater called for renewing one's connection to the Qur'an during the holy month of Ramadan. In a social media video post, reading out a concluding verse of a Surah from Qur'an, the Minister added "In these»»»
Lasers, satellites and cyber tools: Inside 'Operation Epic Fury' — America’s high-tech war on Iran
Dubai: As the war between the United States, Israel and Iran intensifies, Washington is deploying an array of advanced technologies — including satellite tracking systems, cyber tools and potentially laser weapons — to counter Iranian missiles and drones. Videos released by United States Central Co»»»
Media Review: March 5
OVERVIEW Thursday's media is dominated by security and defence concerns over the escalating conflict in the Middle East, particularly the threat posed by Iran's long-range ballistic missiles. Coverage focuses on Bulgaria's preparedness, NATO's collective defence, and potential regional risks includ»»»
First-half results for FY 2025/26 show strong financial performance –Ministry
The Egyptian pound dropped again against the dollar on the black market on 21 July 2016, extending its recent decline despite central bank efforts to close the gap between demand and supply in the dollar-starved economy. Egypt, which relies heavily on imports, is facing a shortage in foreign curren»»»
China repatriations of N. Koreans may be crimes against humanity, report says - UPI.com
1 of 3 | Forced repatriation of North Korean escapees in China may constitute crimes against humanity, a new report by the Database Center for North Korean Human Rights, or NKDB, said Thursday. Photo by Stephen Shaver/UPI | License Photo SEOUL, March 5 (UPI) -- A South Korea-based human rights orga»»»
U.S. says war with Iran ‘only beginning’ as conflict widens
Washington, March 5 (SANA) The United States said Wednesday that its war with Iran has “only just begun,” as the conflict expanded with new military strikes, regional attacks and rising casualties, according to a report by U.S. public broadcaster PBS. U.S. officials say American forces have struck »»»
US tests Minuteman III ‘doomsday’ missile amid Iran war — What is it?
Dubai: The United States has test-fired an unarmed LGM 30G Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile — often dubbed the “doomsday missile” — during a week of escalating conflict with Iran, though officials insist the launch was part of a long-planned routine test. The missile was launched on»»»
Kyrgyzstan supports global initiative on gender equality - | 24.KG
On March 5, the Kyrgyz Republic, represented by the Kyrgyz Stock Exchange (KSE), jointly with UN Women, held the 6th annual Ring the Bell for Gender Equality trading opening ceremony. The event, held under the slogan «Rights. Justice. Action. For All Women and Girls,» brought together representativ»»»
Auchan opens first ATAC Super Discount supermarket in Bucharest’s Drumul Taberei
Auchan Retail România has expanded its ATAC network with the opening of the first Super Discount supermarket format, the tenth ATAC store nationwide and the second in Bucharest, located in the Drumul Taberei neighbourhood. ATAC Super Discount, at 23C Str. Brașov – opposite Drumul Taberei Park and t»»»
UK Says Ties with Cyprus Strong as Iran Threat Grows
British defense minister John Healey said on Thursday that the friendship between his country and Cyprus remained strong in the face of Iranian threats. Healey said in a post on X that he met with his Cypriot counterpart, Vasilis Palmas, earlier on Thursday and discussed how Britain wa»»»
Bulgarian Tour Operators Voice Concern over Institutional Response to Middle East Crisis
Bulgarian tour operators and travel agencies have expressed serious concern about what they describe as a lack of coordination, transparency and timely institutional response to the crisis following the outbreak of hostilities in the Middle East on February 28, the Bulgarian Association of Travel A»»»
Red Sea rivalries risk escalating as Iran conflict threatens fragile Horn of Africa stability
Iran’s war with Israel and the United States risks spilling over into Africa, security analysts warn, with the Yemeni Houthi movement and other actors aligned with Tehran potentially targeting Emirati, Israeli or US interests in the Horn of Africa, the Red Sea corridor, and beyond. »»»
Red Sea rivalries risk escalating as Iran conflict threatens fragile Horn of Africa stability
Iran’s war with Israel and the United States risks spilling over into Africa, security analysts warn, with the Yemeni Houthi movement and other actors aligned with Tehran potentially targeting Emirati, Israeli or US interests in the Horn of Africa, the Red Sea corridor, and beyond. »»»
Red Sea rivalries risk escalating as Iran conflict threatens fragile Horn of Africa stability
Iran’s war with Israel and the United States risks spilling over into Africa, security analysts warn, with the Yemeni Houthi movement and other actors aligned with Tehran potentially targeting Emirati, Israeli or US interests in the Horn of Africa, the Red Sea corridor, and beyond. »»»
Red Sea rivalries risk escalating as Iran conflict threatens fragile Horn of Africa stability
Iran’s war with Israel and the United States risks spilling over into Africa, security analysts warn, with the Yemeni Houthi movement and other actors aligned with Tehran potentially targeting Emirati, Israeli or US interests in the Horn of Africa, the Red Sea corridor, and beyond. »»»
Red Sea rivalries risk escalating as Iran conflict threatens fragile Horn of Africa stability
Iran’s war with Israel and the United States risks spilling over into Africa, security analysts warn, with the Yemeni Houthi movement and other actors aligned with Tehran potentially targeting Emirati, Israeli or US interests in the Horn of Africa, the Red Sea corridor, and beyond. »»»
Red Sea rivalries risk escalating as Iran conflict threatens fragile Horn of Africa stability
Iran’s war with Israel and the United States risks spilling over into Africa, security analysts warn, with the Yemeni Houthi movement and other actors aligned with Tehran potentially targeting Emirati, Israeli or US interests in the Horn of Africa, the Red Sea corridor, and beyond. »»»
Zelenskiy proposes swapping interceptor drones for Patriot missiles amid Middle East Shahed attacks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on March 3 suggested that Kyiv could supply its domestically developed interceptor drones to the United States and its allies in exchange for additional Patriot interceptor missiles, as Iranian-made Shahed drones increasingly threaten Western forces in the Mi»»»
Red Sea rivalries risk escalating as Iran conflict threatens fragile Horn of Africa stability
Iran’s war with Israel and the United States risks spilling over into Africa, security analysts warn, with the Yemeni Houthi movement and other actors aligned with Tehran potentially targeting Emirati, Israeli or US interests in the Horn of Africa, the Red Sea corridor, and beyond. »»»
Red Sea rivalries risk escalating as Iran conflict threatens fragile Horn of Africa stability
Iran’s war with Israel and the United States risks spilling over into Africa, security analysts warn, with the Yemeni Houthi movement and other actors aligned with Tehran potentially targeting Emirati, Israeli or US interests in the Horn of Africa, the Red Sea corridor, and beyond. »»»
Red Sea rivalries risk escalating as Iran conflict threatens fragile Horn of Africa stability
Iran’s war with Israel and the United States risks spilling over into Africa, security analysts warn, with the Yemeni Houthi movement and other actors aligned with Tehran potentially targeting Emirati, Israeli or US interests in the Horn of Africa, the Red Sea corridor, and beyond. »»»
Red Sea rivalries risk escalating as Iran conflict threatens fragile Horn of Africa stability
Iran’s war with Israel and the United States risks spilling over into Africa, security analysts warn, with the Yemeni Houthi movement and other actors aligned with Tehran potentially targeting Emirati, Israeli or US interests in the Horn of Africa, the Red Sea corridor, and beyond. »»»