‎Misrata Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Libya Trade Network, organized, last Saturday (21 February) at its Misrata headquarters, a workshop on ‘‘Implementation of the Unified Digital System and the Sub-Components of the PTS System for Trade’’, ‎The workshop was delivered by Mohamed Al»»»

Abu Dhabi: In a landmark effort to fight food waste, ne’ma, the National Food Loss and Waste Initiative, is scaling up its ‘Valuing Our Roots’ campaign for Ramadan 2026, marking the largest nationwide food rescue operation in the UAE to date. The initiative will operate simultaneously across Abu Dh»»»

Romanian startups attracted total investments of EUR 103.2 million in 2025 across 40 transactions, according to the Venture in Eastern Europe 2025 Report by How to Web, a study that analyses venture capital investments in Eastern Europe. The total investment volume in Romania was around 20% lower t»»»

Speaker of the Zhogorku Kenesh of Kyrgyzstan Marlen Mamataliev received the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Russia to Kyrgyzstan, Sergei Vakunov. The parties discussed the development of Kyrgyzstan — Russia cooperation and exchanged views on a number of pressing issues. The parliame»»»

Dubai: In time for the Holy Month, Cancro has announced its retail expansion into Al Maya Group stores across the UAE, alongside enhanced online availability designed to support Ramadan wellness routines. With hydration and recovery becoming central to health conversations during Ramadan, Cancro’s »»»

The topics of the newly appointed caretaker government and the Petrohan case dominate Monday’s press. POLITICS 24 Chasa presents the results of a Trend opinion poll, according to which if elections were held today, the coalition of former president Rumen Radev would win 32.7% of the votes, followed»»»

Libya’s state National Oil Corporation’s (NOC) reported yesterday that as part of its ongoing efforts to increase production rates and develop its operations, the Arabian Gulf Oil Company (AGOCO) has resumed production at the Sinawen oil field, located in the Nalut region. This follows a hiatus of »»»

Here comes the 1st battalion of desk jockeys to lecture you about your dinner’s carbon footprint. Daily life in France used to be simple, until the government decided to appoint itself Mother Nature’s personal bodyguard, and the average citizen was declared her number one threat. Their latest salvo»»»

During a gathering in Stara Zagora with nearly 1,000 mayors from villages, municipalities, and regional cities, GERB leader Boyko Borissov spoke candidly about the party’s achievements and the upcoming electoral challenges. He questioned how President Rumen Radev could compete with him after ten ye»»»

President Lee Jae Myung (R) and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva enter a state welcome dinner at Cheong Wa Dae in Seoul on Monday. Photo by Yonhap President Lee Jae Myung and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva agreed to elevate bilateral ties during their summit Monday and e»»»

What the drama will bringLee Jong-suk's casting marks his return to a full romantic lead in several years, a shift that is welcomes by fans who have long associated him with the genre. In Iseop's Romance viewers can expect to see his trademark charm applied to a character who's handsome witty, conf»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe ‘Defeat Is Certain for Them’: Iran Army Chief Dismisses Enemy ‘Invincibility’ as US Warships Deploy 23-02-2026 12:14 PM The Iranian Army’s »»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Public Health, MoPH, has launched three national preventive guidelines aimed at strengthening safety and public health in the State of Qatar. These include the National Preventive Guidelines for Child Injuries, the National Preventive Guidelines for Injuries among the e»»»

DOHA: The Ministry of Public Health has launched three national preventive guidelines aimed at promoting safety and public health in the State of Qatar: the National Preventive Guidelines for Child Injuries, the National Preventive Guidelines for Elderly Injuries, and the National Preventive Guidel»»»

Dubai: For UAE gamers who grew up on Xbox consoles and late-night multiplayer sessions, here’s big news: Xbox now has an Indian-origin chief at the helm. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.In a major leadership shake-up, Satya Nadella, Microsoft’s chairman and CEO, announ»»»

The National Food Loss and Waste Initiative, ne’ma, has announced a major expansion of its flagship “Valuing Our Roots” campaign for Ramadan 2026, marking the most extensive geographic and operational rollout of its food rescue programme to date. For Ramadan Prayer timings, click here. The initiati»»»

Egypt’s equity market swung sharply over the week of 15–19 February 2026, reversing an early breakout to close firmly in the red as foreign investors accelerated selling into geopolitical uncertainty. The EGX30 ended roughly 3.14% below Sunday’s level, underscoring the market’s sensitivity to exter»»»

Saudi Arabia is advancing plans to expand its domestic healthcare manufacturing base into complex and high-technology medical equipment, as part of a broader industrial transformation strategy aligned with Vision 2030. According to statements reported by Al-Eqtisadiah Newspaper, Eng. Nizar Al-Harir»»»

The United Nations leader warned Monday that "the rule of force" was spreading, as the powerful trample on international law and wield artificial intelligence and other technologies to attack human rights. "Human rights are under a full-scale attack around the world," Antonio Guterres told the open»»»

Dubai: Urban 411 Office Furniture announced the UAE availability of its Gravita Executive Desk, a new workstation designed for executive offices that are increasingly balancing aesthetics, space efficiency, and employee wellbeing. Workplace design shifts in the UAEAcross the UAE, many organisations»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Interior's Metrash application allows citizens and residents to electronically register and update their National Address. In a social media post, the Ministry reminded users that this can be done easily by following the steps below: 1. Log in to the app and select 'Nat»»»

Dubai: Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, widely known as “El Mencho,” was one of the most feared and influential figures in modern Mexican organised crime, a man whose rise mirrored the violent transformation of the country’s drug war. Born in Aguililla, a rural town in the western state of Michoacán, Os»»»

The Emergencies, Crises and Disasters Management Centre Abu Dhabi (ADCMC) advanced the emirate’s preparedness and institutional resilience throughout 2025 by delivering an integrated ecosystem of specialised training programmes and joint exercises, targeting more than 500 participants across govern»»»

Reducing its environmental footprint is one of the biggest and most complex challenges for any modern winery. It is not just about changes in individual production stages, but about a holistic transition that touches the entire chain of production: from vineyard cultivation and water resource manag»»»

The issue of Alexey Shirshov’s participation in a recent meeting between the Kyrgyz delegation and the Russian Ministry of Energy has sparked renewed debate on social media. Discussions intensified after users recalled President Sadyr Japarov’s earlier statement that Shirshov «would not hold any pu»»»

International investor Hagag Development Europe has announced changes in its operations in the energy sector and its local management structure, including the appointment of Răzvan Pârvulescu as Business Development Director of the Natural Gas Division within Hagag Energy. Pârvulescu has been invol»»»

While many observers remain skeptical about the chances of success for President Donald Trump’s comprehensive Middle East peace plan, figures close to the US administration are projecting confidence. Among them are three Israelis selected for key roles in the project, though they do not formally re»»»

Hanoi, Vietnam: Unauthorised drones disrupted more than 50 flights at Vietnam's Danang international airport during the busy Lunar New Year holiday, state media said Monday. Two separate incidents last week saw flights delayed or forced into holding patterns before landing when authorities detected»»»

Former president Rumen Radev, who left office before completing his second term, says his decision to enter parliamentary politics comes in response to public expectations for deeper democratic change and faster European integration. In an interview with Berliner Zeitung, later published on his Fac»»»

DOHA: Under the initiative of Chairperson of Education Above All Foundation (EAA) Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, the Foundation has launched the third edition of the 'Eid Gifts'campaign in partnership with the Qatar Red Crescent (QRCS), bringing joy to Palestinian and Syrian children by pro»»»

Doha, Qatar: On the initiative of Her Highness Sheikha Moza Bint Nasser, Chairperson of Education Above All Foundation, the foundation has launched the third edition of the Eid Gifts, the campaign to give joy to Palestinian and Syrian children through the provision of brand-new Eid clothing. This c»»»

Dubai: It has been 40 years since the Philippines has demonstrated its historic, peaceful revolution along the Epifanio delos Santos Avenue (EDSA). Until now, Filipinos remember and hope to hold the same power for the common good of the nation. From February 22 to 25 in 1986, millions of Filipinos »»»

Dubai: The UAE Central Bank has issued new guidance aimed at protecting consumers and ensuring responsible use of artificial intelligence across the financial sector, marking a regulatory step as banks accelerate digital transformation. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.»»»

Washington, USA: WhatsApp, owned by Meta, announced the launch of a new password feature for its users on iOS and Android, as part of efforts to enhance the security of personal accounts. The new feature adds an extra layer of protection: users will be required to enter a password (a second verific»»»

Dubai: The Philippine Bureau of Customs (BOC) has alerted overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) to be cautious of a new scheme offering free tours or job opportunities abroad in exchange for transporting luggage that may contain illegal drugs. The warning has been issued in relation to a passenger who w»»»

When turbulent weather with whipping winds and heavy snow is in the forecast, meteorologists sometimes warn that a storm could “bomb out” or become a bomb cyclone. But what exactly does this mean? According to the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, certain storms undergo bombogenes»»»

Dubai: The red carpet may belong to the stars, but at this year's BAFTAs it was the Prince and Princess of Wales who offered some of the night's most unexpectedly relatable moments. Before the ceremony began, William and Catherine, the Prince and Princess of Wales according to Variety gave a rare g»»»

The Sudanese government has condemned “in the strongest terms” Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni’s meeting with Rapid Support Forces (RSF) commander Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo calling the move “unprecedented” and an affront to humanity and the Sudanese people. In a statement issued Sunday, Sudan’s Minis»»»

More than 3,200 people marched through the French city of Lyon on Saturday to honor Quentin Deranque, a nationalist activist killed following a street brawl with alleged far-left militants. Deranque, a 23-year-old mathematics student and member of the identitarian group Audace Lyon, died on Februar»»»

Perilous ideas in international politics rarely arise from a vacuum. They tend to emerge when the global order experiences structural strain, the principles of international legitimacy recede, the rights of peoples are marginalised, and the international system itself falters under paralysis, fatig»»»

He is known as the French Banksy — or simply JR. Now the artist popular across France for large-scale projects, from photographs to graffiti and street art, wants Parisians to do something unusual on the city's arguably most famous bridge: stop. In June, he plans to transform the bustling bridge th»»»

New York ordered drivers off the road and shut down schools on Monday, while residents braced for a massive snowstorm hitting the United States northeast. Tens of millions of Americans from the US capital, Washington, to the northern state of Maine have prepared for up to two feet (60 centimeters) »»»

Romania supports international efforts to resolve global conflicts, President Nicusor Dan said, after participating in the Board of Peace initiated by Donald Trump."Peace and security are the foundation of a prosperous country. For our foreign policy, it is important to be partners in various forma»»»

North Korea's ruling party touted nuclear advances as it re-elected Kim Jong Un to the top post of general secretary, state media said Monday, during a rare national congress. Thousands of party elites have packed the capital Pyongyang for a once-in-five-years summit of the ruling Workers' Party, a»»»

Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan Adylbek Kasymaliev presented the keys to 116 units of new specialized equipment to the Ministry of Emergency Situations today, February 23, at Turdakun Usubaliev Square in Bishkek. The ceremony was timed to coincide with Defender of the Fatherland »»»

Ramadan in the UAE is a time of deep spiritual reflection, family bonding and community connection. But behind the iftars, late-night prayers and packed workdays, many residents are quietly battling exhaustion that goes beyond physical fatigue. Six days into Ramadan, the initial energy is fading an»»»

Abu Dhabi: The UAE has warned that collecting donations for unlicensed entities could result in imprisonment and fines of up to Dh500,000, as authorities stepped up efforts to combat fraudulent fundraising campaigns. In awareness guidance issued to the public, the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department stre»»»

Bulgaria’s entry into the Eurozone marks a defining moment for the country’s real estate sector. The adoption of the euro is no longer an expectation but a reality, and its impact is already visible across residential and investment markets. Greater transparency, improved confidence, and deeper int»»»

Gold climbed to a three-week high on Monday as uncertainty stoked by the US Supreme Court's decision to strike down a vast swathe of President Donald Trump's tariffs pressured the dollar and pushed investors to the safety of bullion. Spot gold climbed 1.1% to $5,158.29 per ounce by 0558 GMT, having»»»

Doha, Qatar: A lecture delivered by Omar Suleiman and organised by the Sheikh Abdulla Bin Zaid Al Mahmoud Cultural Center, was attended by 1,950 English-speaking participants from various nationalities. Titled “How to Elevate Your Worship in Ramadan?,”the lecture was part of the center’s preparatio»»»