Supreme Court rules ISPs can't be held liable for music piracy - UPI.com
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled unanimously that Internet service providers can't be held responsible for music piracy by their customers, though two liberal judges offered differing reasons for their decisions. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo March 25 (UPI) -- The U.S. Supreme Court rul»»»
UAE condemns Iran’s unprovoked terrorist attacks targeting Kurdistan Region of Iraq
The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned and denounced Iran’s unprovoked terrorist missile attacks targeting two military sites in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, which resulted in the martyrdom and injury of dozens of Peshmerga forces. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) af»»»
Hot Wheels Speed City opens at Katara, tickets now available
Doha, Qatar: Hot Wheels Speed City has opened its gates at Katara Cultural Village, offering a high-energy experience for motorsport enthusiasts and families, with tickets now available online. The event, held at Katara South Parking, features a range of interactive attractions including racing sim»»»
Sharjah Police urge residents to stay indoors amid unstable weather conditions
Sharjah: Residents have been urged to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel as unstable weather continues to affect parts of the emirate, with Sharjah Police warning that reckless outings during heavy rain could endanger lives. Stay updated: Get the latest faster by downloading the Gulf News ap»»»
Florida Dems flip 2 state house seats, including Trump's home district - UPI.com
Two Democrats won state house seats in Florida Tuesday, including one in President Donald Trump's own district. File Photo by Amanda Sabga/UPI | License Photo March 25 (UPI) -- Two Florida Democrats won state legislature elections Tuesday, including one in President Donald Trump's home district. De»»»
National Bank ready to respond to big shocks after lessons learned: governor
Skopje, 24 March 2026 (MIA) - The National Bank is monitoring the situation and is ready to respond with all tools at its disposal. The shock of the crisis is larger than the one in 2021 but lessons have been learned. Deposits are stable, foreign exchange currency reserves are higher compared to th»»»
UN to vote on declaring slave trade ‘gravest crime’
United Nations: The UN General Assembly will vote Wednesday on a resolution designating the transatlantic African slave trade as “the gravest crime against humanity,” in a move advocates say is a step towards healing and justice. Ghana’s President John Mahama, one of the African Union’s most vocal »»»
India to invest $3 billion to boost aviation, plans 100 new airports
Dubai: India will invest $3.06 billion to expand its aviation ecosystem and boost regional connectivity, with plans to develop 100 new airports under a revamped scheme aimed at making air travel more accessible. The programme — Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik (UDAN), or “Let the common citizen of the countr»»»
Watch: Indonesians fire wooden cannons in unique post-Eid celebration
Dubai: Villagers in Indonesia marked post-Eid celebrations with a unique and lively tradition of firing wooden cannons in Bogor, West Java. The event sees communities on opposite sides of a river competing to produce the loudest blast, turning the celebration into a spirited contest. The cannons, c»»»
UAE Ministry of Education sets measures to support students of determination during distance learning
The Ministry of Education has introduced special measures to support students of determination as schools across the UAE began the third academic term using a distance learning system. The ministry said the updated framework aims to ensure the smooth continuation of learning while creating a safe a»»»
Each Bomb in Middle East Hits Spanish Families' Pockets - Spanish Prime Minister
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said on Wednesday that the consequences of the Middle East conflict directly affect the standard of living of Spanish citizens, adding that every bomb falling in the region ultimately hits the wallets of Spanish families. "Every bomb that fall»»»
Meta ordered to pay $375 million after jury finds platform enabled child exploitation
Meta has been ordered to pay $375 million for knowingly harming children’s mental health and concealing evidence of child sexual exploitation on its social media platforms. The New Mexico Department of Justice issued the ruling on Tuesday after a jury found that Facebook’s parent company had violat»»»
Cabinet condemns Iranian attacks on Qatar, other fraternal countries
Doha, Qatar: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defense Affairs HE Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan Al-Thani chaired the Cabinet's regular meeting on Wednesday at the Amiri Diwan. Following the meeting, Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs HE Ibrahim bin»»»
Türkiye warns of impact of US-Israeli-Iranian war on global economy
Ankara, March 25 (SANA) Turkish Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar warned Wednesday of the potential impact of a US-Israeli-Iranian war on the global economy and said Türkiye faces no risks to its energy security. According to Anadolu Agency, Bayraktar said the geopolitical crisis in the Middle Ea»»»
Asia turns to Covid-era playbook as Iran war fuels energy crisis
Dubai: Countries across Asia are reviving Covid-era playbooks — from work-from-home policies to fuel-saving curbs and subsidies — as they scramble to respond to a deepening energy crisis triggered by the Iran war, Reuters reported. The region is at the frontline of the disruption, buying more than »»»
‘Now I can build my own house’: Bangladeshi expat wins $1m in Dubai Duty Free draw
Dubai: A Bangladeshi expatriate living in Bahrain has joined the growing list of dollar millionaires after winning the top prize in the latest Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire draw. A.K. Monirul Islam, 52, who is based in Manama, Bahrain has bagged $1 million in Millennium Millionaire series »»»
Radev Pledges Rapid Reform if Progressive Bulgaria Secures Parliamentary Majority
Former Bulgarian President Rumen Radev addressed citizens in Shumen and Razgrad, calling for renewed public support in the upcoming elections and stressing the importance of ending the so-called “Peevski-Borissov” model that he says has allowed corruption to persist in Bulgaria. He framed the vote »»»
V Perfumes successfully celebrated nationwide Hind Name Day
Dubai: V Perfumes is proud to conclude a successful Name Day celebration dedicated to the name Hind. On March 22nd, 2026, V Perfumes invited every person named Hind to visit any of its stores across the UAE to receive a complimentary gift of the Hind perfume. The campaign was a success with many in»»»
Instagram parent Meta fined $375 million: A major moment for online child protection
Dubai: A jury in New Mexico, United States, has ordered Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp parent, Meta to pay $375 million, roughly Dh1.38 billion based on current exchange rates. in civil penalties after finding the company misled consumers about the safety of its platforms and endangered children. It»»»
Slaveski: Central banks remain firmly committed to price stability amid complex environment
Skopje, 24 March 2026 (MIA) – Central banks have successfully managed exceptionally difficult circumstances over the past five years. We are now in the final phase of reducing inflation and have created substantial policy space to address future shocks. Yet, with stability still out of reach, conti»»»
House demolition in Osh: Authorities refuse to pay compensation - | 24.KG
In Osh, residents whose homes and commercial properties were demolished during street widening projects will not receive monetary compensation. The City Hall reported. The municipality previously offered relocation to Ene-Sai housing complex with the provision of houses and land plots. Some familie»»»
Trump’s backyard flips: Democrat wins Mar-a-Lago district
Democrat Emily Gregory won a Florida special election on Tuesday, flipping a state legislative district that is home to Mar-a-Lago, the Palm Beach estate that President Donald Trump counts as his residence. The president had endorsed Gregory’s rival, Jon Maples. In a social media post Monday, he ur»»»
Exotic Pet Trade Thrives in China Despite Welfare Concerns
Pet lovers eagerly gathered around a container to snap photos of meerkats at a Beijing animal fair, each selling for $320, while nearby a raccoon nervously paced in a cage only slightly bigger than itself. Throngs of people from across China packed into the cavernous exhibition halls for the annual»»»
Colliers: Cinema revenues in Romania hit EUR 63 million in 2025
Romania’s cinema market reached a new milestone in 2025, with revenues climbing to approximately EUR 63 million, marking a 16 percent increase compared to 2024 and exceeding pre-pandemic levels, according to data analyzed by Colliers. The growth reflects a broader shift in consumer behavior, as Rom»»»
Analysis:Romanians spend more going to cinema: EUR 63 million in 2025, up 16pct
Cinema halls in Romania have reported a record income of about EUR 63 million in 2025, up 16% (in U.S. dollar terms) from 2024 and about 10% above the pre-pandemic average, while consumers, affected by economic pressures, reduce spending on goods.According to an analysis by Colliers, the evolution »»»
National Bank hosts conference “Central Banking Amid Persistent Global Shifts: Fostering Stability, Innovation, and Resilience”
Skopje, 24 March 2026 (MIA) - The National Bank of the Republic of North Macedonia is hosting Tuesday a high-level conference “Central Banking Amid Persistent Global Shifts: Fostering Stability, Innovation, and Resilience”, in cooperation with SUERF - The European Money and Finance Forum. National »»»
Qatar National Library reopens to public, resumes full services
Doha, Qatar: The Qatar National Library reopened its facilities to the public yesterday, marking the resumption of full operations and services following a temporary closure. The move comes as part of a broader return to normalcy across the country, with the library once again welcoming students, r»»»
Early cherry blossom bloom draws crowds in Tokyo
Dubai: Tokyo’s cherry blossom season is nearing its peak, drawing large crowds of locals and tourists eager to witness the city’s iconic spring spectacle. Parks and popular viewing spots are filling up as delicate pink and white blooms transform the capital’s landscape. According to Japan’s weather»»»
Childbirths grow at fastest pace in 7 yrs in Jan. on increased marriages - UPI.com
The number of babies born in South Korea rose at the fastest pace in seven years in January, government data showed Wednesday. In this file photo, a nurse cares for a newborn at a hospital in Goyang on Dec. 26, 2025. File Photo by Yonhap The number of babies born rose at the fastest pace in seven y»»»
Orbán: A pro-Ukrainian government would take Hungary to war and give away Hungarians’ money
At the campaign rally in Nagykanizsa, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán warned that the upcoming election will decide whether Hungary remains on a path of peace and sovereignty or shifts toward what he described as a pro-Ukrainian direction that would bring war and financial burdens to the country. Addre»»»
Why Filipinos stay: Bayanihan and the strength of community in the UAE
Dubai: Long before careers and opportunities, it is “bayanihan,” the Filipino value of collective help and unity, that defines the experience of many expatriates in the UAE. For community leaders and residents alike, bayanihan is not just a tradition carried from home, but a way of life adapted to »»»
JP Morgan warns markets are too optimistic on Middle East resolution as Caucasus faces energy squeeze
Markets are pricing a rapid end to the Middle East conflict, which Luis Oganes, JP Morgan's Head of Global Macro Research, told a TBC Capital conference in Tbilisi, is a mistake. Oganes told the conference that the oil fut»»»
Inside Primark’s Dubai Mall global flagship: The prices, the pyjamas, and the plan
Dubai: There is something quietly defiant about opening a 7,000-square-metre fashion store in the middle of the ongoing regional uncertainty. At the brand new Primark store in Dubai Mall, the first of its kind, racks are lined, tills are ready, and 601 employees stand poised for opening day. Outsid»»»
US‑Israel war with Iran, Day 26: What you need to know
The regional conflict is increasingly impacting daily life in the UAE, from rising fuel and food cost pressures to disrupted travel and volatile oil markets. Authorities are enforcing price controls while schools remain online, reshaping family routines. Businesses and households adapt to uncertain»»»
7 ways the war affects fuel, food and expenses
Dubai: The impact of the Middle East conflict is moving steadily from global markets into household budgets, with early signs already visible in fuel and transport. Pressure is expected to build in stages, spreading across food, goods and services if disruptions persist. Sign up for our daily busin»»»
QC provides Eid clothing toorphans in several countries
Tribune News Network Doha Despite the exceptional circumstances, Qatar Charity (QC) brought joy to children in several countries worldwide through its Eid Clothing Project, with generous support of donors in Qatar. The project is part of QC’s Ramadan campaign ‘Good Starts with You’ which aims to st»»»
Amir receives phone call from Turkish President
Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received a phone call on Tuesday from the President of the Republic of Turkiye HE Recep Tayyip Erdogan. At the outset of the call, HH the Amir and the President of Turkiye exchanged condolences over the martyrs of the helicopter crash involvi»»»
Turkish Defense Minister receives Qatari Ambassador, Military officials
Doha, Qatar: The Minister of National Defense of the Republic of Turkey, HE Yaşar Güler received Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the Republic of Turkey, HE Faisal bin Abdullah Al-Henzab along with Head of the International Military Cooperation Authority, Maj. Gen (Air) Mohammed Rashid Al-Shahwa»»»
Qatar’s Ambassador conveys condolences to Turkiye over victims of helicopter crash in territorial waters
Doha, Qatar: Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the sisterly Republic of Turkiye H E Faisal bin Abdullah Al Hanzab, conveyed Qatar’s condolences to Turkiye over the victims among members of the joint Qatari-Turkish forces, as well as two Turkish civilian collaborators, following a helicopter crash»»»
Mexico seeks U.N. backing to relaunch students' disappearance probe - UPI.com
Demonstrators hold signs with images of missing students during a pilgrimage to the Basilica of Guadalupe in Mexico City in December 2025. Relatives and classmates of the 43 missing students from Ayotzinapa reiterated their demand for truth and justice. File Photo by Sashenka Gutierrez/EPA March 24»»»
Protest Staged in Sofia over Disputed Land at Vrazhdebna Experimental Field
Citizens gathered to protest near the Vrazhdebna Training and Experimental Field Centre on Botevgradsko Shose Blvd in Sofia, claiming that properties in the area had been unlawfully expropriated. The demonstrators voiced frustration over what they described as institutional inaction regarding land »»»
Djurdjevic Stamenkovski lays wreath at memorial to children killed in NATO aggression
BELGRADE - On behalf of the Government of Serbia, Minister of Labour, Employment and Veteran and Social Affairs Milica Djurdjevic Stamenkovski on Tuesday laid a wreath at a Belgrade memorial to children killed in the 1999 NATO aggression on the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, which Serbia was a par»»»
GEMS Education applies to reopen UAE schools from March 30
Dubai: The UAE's largest private education group has applied to reopen select schools from next week, with a focus on supporting senior students ahead of crucial examinations. GEMS Education, which operates dozens of schools across the country, confirmed to Gulf News on Tuesday that it has formally»»»
After 13-year coma, India’s first passive euthanasia patient dies
New Delhi: Harish Rana, the first person in India to be granted passive euthanasia, died on Tuesday at AIIMS Delhi, marking the country’s first real-world implementation of the right to die with dignity, Indian media reports said. He was 31. Rana had been in a permanent vegetative state since 2013,»»»
Analysis: Israel’s forced displacement deepens Lebanon’s crisis - UPI.com
A damaged apartment following an overnight Israeli airstrike targeted a building in Bshamoun, southeast of Beirut, Lebanon, on Tuesday. The Lebanese Ministry of Public Health said more than 1,030 people have been killed and 2,800 others injured in Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon since the start of re»»»
Why is Dubai’s DAE securing $2.8bn in fresh funding now?
Dubai: Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) Ltd has signed agreements for new long-term, unsecured revolving credit facilities worth $2.8 billion, increasing its total revolving credit capacity to approximately $4 billion. The new facilities replace an existing $1.4 billion facility and have a maturity»»»
Retail sales in Romania, down 6.5pct in January 2026
Romania has entered a stage of consumption contraction, with retail sales down 6.5% in January 2026 year-on-year, the largest decrease since the Covid-19 pandemic, amid a decrease in purchasing power, Feliciu Paraschiv, deputy chairman of the National Association of Small and Medium-sized Traders i»»»
China Positions Itself as a Stable Economic Force Amid Global Uncertainty at Beijing Forum
Global corporate executives attending China's flagship annual business conference this week were reassured by leaders of the world's second-largest economy that it remains a predictable anchor at a time of geopolitical flux and global uncertainty. The tone at this year's China Development Forum (CD»»»
Flying from the UAE to the Philippines alone? What to prepare when minors travel without parents
Dubai: For many Filipino families in the UAE, there may be instances when children would need to travel back to the Philippines ahead of their parents, especially for school or family emergencies. However, when this happens, authorities require documentation to ensure the child’s safety and proper »»»
BNR deputy governor: Romania's energy dependence is significantly lower compared to most European states
Romania's energy dependence is significantly lower compared to the countries in the region and compared to most European states, the Deputy Governor of the National Bank of Romania (BNR), Cosmin Marinescu, said on Monday at the "Economic Trends 2026" conference."Currently, the global economy is goi»»»