As sports popularity grows, so do the opportunities to earn money online. The introduction of mobile platforms and content creation are two significant triggers that play important roles in the expansion into new markets. This has unique benefits in multiple sectors, including fantasy sports and ap»»»

The National Health Insurance Fund is checking reports of incomplete or non-existent hospitalizations after a National Revenue Agency tip-off, the Fund’s press service said here on Monday. A preliminary NRA review of the first half of 2025 found more than 22,000 visits to gambling venues during rec»»»

The National Health Insurance Fund is checking reports of incomplete or non-existent hospitalizations after a National Revenue Agency tip-off, the Fund’s press service said here on Monday. A preliminary NRA review of the first half of 2025 found more than 22,000 visits to gambling venues during rec»»»

Lebanon said Monday it plans to purchase natural gas from Egypt, seeking to reduce its reliance on fuel oil for its ageing power plants in a country hamstrung by regular electricity cuts. The electricity sector has cost Lebanon more than $40 billion since the end of its 1975-1990 civil war, and suc»»»

Dubai: As New Year's Eve approaches, UAE residents are preparing to ring in 2026 in their own distinctive ways, from beach walks under fireworks to traditional home-cooked feasts and family reunions. For German artist Petra Kaltenbach and her family in Dubai, the tradition has remained unchanged fo»»»

Abu Dhabi: The UAE Government has taken a major step to strengthen its education system by issuing a Federal Decree Law on the Governance of the National Educational Curriculum. For the first time, the law provides a comprehensive framework regulating how the curriculum is designed, approved, imple»»»

Doha: The Palestinian group Hamas has confirmed that its armed wing spokesperson, ⁠Abu Obeida, ​and then ‍Gaza chief Mohammed Sinwar were killed Israel’s genocidal war earlier this year. The Qassam Brigades made the announcement Monday. It also confirmed the deaths of Mohammed Shabanah, the head of»»»

Doha: Qatar's stock market ended Monday's trading session higher, with the benchmark index gaining 34.87 points, or 0.32%, to close at 10,798.14, according to official figures. Trading volume during the session reached nearly 94.8 million shares, with a total value of about QAR 273.9 million, execu»»»

Doha: The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) general index declined by 15.07 points, or 0.14%, at the start of trading on Monday, falling to 10,748 points from the previous session's close, under pressure from five sectors. Leading the decline was Real Estate by -0.05%, Industrials (-0.11%), Consumer Goods»»»

The National Health Insurance Fund is checking reports of incomplete or non-existent hospitalizations after a National Revenue Agency tip-off, the Fund’s press service said here on Monday. A preliminary NRA review of the first half of 2025 found more than 22,000 visits to gambling venues during rec»»»

Skopje, 26 December 2025 (MIA) - By November 30, €3.97 billion has been collected in the state budget from taxes and contributions, an increase of €268 million compared to the same period last year, Public Revenue Office (PRO) Director Elena Petrova said Friday. According to Petrova, tax revenues h»»»

The second term of the 2025-2026 school year begins on February 3 for all students from first to 12th grade in the country, according to the schedule for the current academic year published on the website of the Ministry of Education and Science. The break between the two terms will last three days»»»

Bulgaria’s public debt has reached 62,771,629,088 leva, and if it were to be settled immediately, each of the country’s 2.8 million households would need to contribute approximately 21,904 leva (around €11,200). This calculation comes from the ValueKeeper.bg platform, an online “Debt Calculator” th»»»

Dubai: Highlighting the growing role of overseas Pakistanis in strengthening economic relations between Pakistan and the UAE, Ali Zeb Khan, Trade and Investment Counsellor at the Pakistan Consulate General in Dubai, said that structured platforms like the Chinar Business Conference (CBC) are vital »»»

Tehran: Some shopkeepers in Tehran closed their stores on Monday in protest against economic hardships and sharp swings in Iran’s embattled currency, Iranian media reported, following similar demonstrations a day earlier. State news agency IRNA said some shopkeepers and traders at Tehran’s bazaar “»»»

Bulgaria’s public debt has reached 62,771,629,088 leva, and if it were to be settled immediately, each of the country’s 2.8 million households would need to contribute approximately 21,904 leva (around €11,200). This calculation comes from the ValueKeeper.bg platform, an online “Debt Calculator” th»»»

Doha, Qatar: National Human Rights Committee (NHRC) announced the convention of its fourth national forum titled "Human Rights at the Core of Combating Drugs: Challenges and Prospects for Sustainable Solutions", to be held on January 20 and 21, 2026, in partnership with the Ministry of Interior. Th»»»

TUNIS, Dec. 29 (TAP) – Tunisia’s investment policy is based on guaranteeing freedom of investment, protecting the rights of both domestic and foreign investors, and continuously improving the services provided to them, Minister of Economy and...»»»

TUNIS, Dec. 29 (TAP) – Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar bin Ibrahim Al-Khorayef said that agreements and memorandums of understanding are not merely formal documents, but rather a clear government commitment to overcoming...»»»

DOHA: The National Human Rights Committee (NHRC) announced the convention of its fourth national forum titled 'Human Rights at the Core of Combating Drugs: Challenges and Prospects for Sustainable Solutions', to be held on January 20 and 21, 2026, in partnership with the Ministry of Interior. The f»»»

Dubai: Sharjah has approved a Dh44.5 billion general budget for 2026, setting out a measured but expansive spending plan that prioritises infrastructure, economic competitiveness and social stability, while responding to a more uncertain global backdrop of inflation, higher interest rates and geopo»»»

U.S. Ambassador to Lebanon Michel Issa has met with a number of Lebanese ministers in recent days, the U.S. Embassy said on Monday. “Economic and financial reforms are critical – alongside peace and security -- to secure Lebanon’s stability and restore international confidence,” the Embassy said in»»»

Dubai: After nearly two decades of planning and construction, the UAE’s national railway is finally preparing to carry passengers. In 2026, Etihad Rail will launch its long-awaited passenger services, reshaping how people move between emirates and setting a new benchmark for intercity travel in the»»»

Hungary has vowed a “revolt” against the EU in 2026, Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto has said, declaring that Budapest will lead a rebellion against the bloc’s new Migration Pact. The policy, expected to take effect in July, forces member states to contribute in proportion to their population and »»»

Tunis, Dec. 29 (TAP) – Economy and Planning Minister, Samir Abdelhafidh, said that Saudi Arabia ranks among the top ten investors in Tunisia, with total investments exceeding $375 million by the end of 2024.Speaking at the Saudi-Tunisian Business...»»»

12th Global Trade Matters annual “Money and Finance Summit” came this year under the name of “Exploring the 12 pillars of global competitiveness” in which Ministers of Supply Khaled Hanafy, Investment Dalia Korshid and ted. Other government officials, economists, industrialists and international of»»»

The upcoming year promises to be decisive for Bulgaria’s energy sector, determining whether the country will secure a strong position within Europe’s evolving energy and industrial framework or remain on the periphery, reliant on outdated systems and external influences. This perspective is highlig»»»

Dubai: For decades, Basant was the moment when Lahore looked up together. Every spring, rooftops filled with families, music drifted through the old city, and the sky turned into a moving mosaic of colour as kites danced in the air. More than a festival, Basant was Punjab’s largest cultural celebra»»»

US President Donald Trump will turn his focus to the Middle East on Monday, as he hosts Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Florida for talks that are expected to cover Gaza and a range of other pressing issues. Any decisions made could have a potentially momentous impact on questions that»»»

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Egyptian economists and businessmen are finally giving off an air of optimism these days after witnessing a state of instability and skepticism. The report referred back the positive atmosphere to many factors, most notably, the three-year $12 billion loan programme signed with the International Mo»»»

Kyrgyzstan and Thailand are introducing visa-free travel for diplomatic staff. The press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported. An agreement between the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Government of Thailand on a mutual visa-free regime for holders of diplomatic an»»»

Iranian traders and shopkeepers staged a second day of protests Monday after the country’s currency plummeted to a new record low against the US dollar. Videos on social media showed hundreds taking part in rallies in Saadi Street in downtown Tehran, as well as in the Shush neighborhood near Tehran»»»

US Undersecretary of State Sarah Rogers has defended Washington’s decision to sanction several Europeans, saying that “extraterritorial censorship of Americans” undermines free speech and innovation. Last week, the US State Department imposed sanctions on five individuals, including British nationa»»»

Dubai: Air India Express has launched its monthly ‘PayDay Sale’, offering international fares from about Dh235, giving UAE travellers cheaper options to fly to India and beyond in 2026. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The limited-period sale is open for bookings until »»»

Chile's state-owned copper producer, Codelco, together with Chinese-backed private miner, SQM, announced on Saturday the creation of a giant company to exploit lithium, often referred to as "white gold." The South American country is the world’s second-largest producer of lithium, a key component o»»»

Monday's news media are dominated by reports of strong winds causing damage across the country, expected challenges surrounding the upcoming euro changeover, and the recent visit of Bulgarian Patriarch Daniil to the Ecumenical Patriarchate, among other topics. PATRIARCH DANIIL'S ISTANBUL VISIT Spea»»»

Dubai: From January 1, 2026, the price of a soft drink in the UAE will depend on how sweet it is. The country is replacing its long-standing flat 50% excise duty with a new tiered tax system linked to sugar content, a shift that aims to drive healthier choices, encourage product reformulation, and »»»

Thailand's army has accused Cambodia of breaching a newly-signed ceasefire deal reached after weeks of deadly clashes that forced nearly one million people from their homes. In a statement, the Thai army said than more than 250 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) were detected flying from the Cambodian»»»

New Delhi: The Supreme Court of India on Monday put in abeyance its earlier order accepting a revised definition of the Aravalli Hills, after mounting concerns that the move could open large swathes of the ecologically sensitive range to mining activity. A three-judge Bench headed by Chief Justice »»»

Thailand's army on Monday accused Cambodia of violating a newly signed ceasefire agreement, reached after weeks of deadly border clashes, by flying more than 250 drones over its territory. The Thai army said "more than 250 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) were detected flying from the Cambodian side»»»

Growing Chinese auto giant BYD stands poised to officially surpass Tesla as the world's biggest electric vehicle company in annual sales. The two groups are expected soon to publish their final figures for 2025, and based on sales data so far this year, there is almost no chance the American compan»»»

FEBRUARY 14, 2017 Egypt’s economy is being overhauled. It has floated the pound, raised interest rates and cut subsidies, securing a US$12 billion IMF loan in November. Foreign inflows to Egypt’s stock market have reached the most since the 2011 uprising, with investors betting on an earnings recov»»»

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How was your 2025? For many, myself included, it was fairly tumultuous. There was work stress, anxiety about my family’s health and sadness about world events. But there were bright spots, too, including awe-inspiring concerts; trips to different cities and countries; and deepening friendships over»»»

Higher pay for service members, numerous amendments to the Defence and Armed Forces Act, and the arrival of the first eight F-16 Block 70 fighter jets were among the major developments affecting Bulgaria’s Armed Forces in 2025, while the personnel shortage in the army remained one of the main chall»»»

The announcement by the Government of Punjab allowing the celebration of Basant in February 2026 marks the return of a festival that has long been woven into the cultural fabric of the region. For centuries, Basant was not merely an event — it was a symbol of joy, artistic expression, and communal »»»

To ensure that investors and businesses feel securely protected by the state, law enforcement agencies in Kyrgyzstan will cease unjustified inspections starting January 1, 2026, in order to safeguard conscientious entrepreneurs. Ravshanbek Sabirov, head of the National Investment Promotion Agency, »»»

Egypt’s stock market closed the week ending Thursday, 25 December, in negative territory, with broad-based declines reflecting continued local profit-taking and year-end portfolio adjustments. Despite the losses, sustained buying by non-Arab foreign investors offered a partial buffer, reinforcing t»»»

Egypt has signed a new oil and gas exploration agreement with Terra Petroleum, marking the British firm’s first entry into the country’s upstream energy sector, as Cairo steps up efforts to attract foreign investment and lift hydrocarbon output. The deal, signed between the Egyptian General Petrole»»»