GERB Representatives Meet with OSCE Election Observation Mission
Representatives of GERB met with the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) mission which will observe the early parliamentary elections on April 19, 2026, the party’s press office said Monday. GERB representatives expressed serious concerns regarding the fairness and transpare»»»
Israel orders Christian villages in south Lebanon to push displaced out
Mayors of several towns in southern Lebanon said the Israeli military had ordered them to force out the displaced who had escaped their Shia-majority towns, considered Hezbollah strongholds, during the war with Israel. Since Lebanon was pulled into the Middle East war following Iran-backed Hezbolla»»»
Urgent Warning: Bulgaria Tells Citizens to Leave Middle East Before Situation Worsens!
Foreign Minister Marin Raykov has urged Bulgarian citizens in the Middle East to leave the region without delay, warning that the situation remains volatile and could worsen significantly. In an official statement from the Foreign Ministry, he stressed that the conflict is ongoing and that security»»»
Cuba is ready for a US invasion, a senior diplomat said amid Trump’s oil blockade
Cuba is prepared to defend itself against a potential American invasion, Cuban Deputy Foreign Minister Carlos Fernandez de Cossio has said, following remarks by US President Donald Trump about taking over the island. The comments come as Cuba faces a deepening economic crisis triggered by an oil bl»»»
Bulgaria and Romania to Build AI-Based Cross-Border System to Monitor Danube River Pollution
The construction of a modern cross-border system for monitoring pollution in the waters of the Danube River caused by shipping is forthcoming, the Ministry of Regional Development and Public Works said here on Monday. The pilot initiative will be implemented by the Executive Agency Maritime Adminis»»»
The US envoy to the UN has refused to rule out potential strikes on Iran’s nuclear power plant
US Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz refused to rule out potential strikes on an Iranian nuclear power plant when asked by CBS about the extent of US President Donald Trump’s ultimatum to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. On Saturday evening, Trump vowed to “obliterate” Iran’s power facilities»»»
Media Review: March 23
The April 19 parliamentary elections and the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and its effect on fuel prices are the dominant topics in the news media on Monday. POLITICS 24 Chasa daily runs an interview with Trend polling agency head Dimitar Ganev about the upcoming parliamentary elections. In t»»»
Built for the storm: Typhoon-proof wind turbines rise in Laguna — Philippines opens energy floodgates
Manila: A new generation of typhoon-resistant wind turbines is taking root in the Philippines — marking not just a technological leap, but a structural shift in the country’s energy future. Spanish firm Acciona Energía has installed the first turbine for its 101-MW Kalayaan 2 wind farm in Laguna, m»»»
AI-driven business impact limited by weak talent strategies and low workforce readiness – Accenture report
Although 86% of organizations plan to increase their investments in artificial intelligence, only 18% are able to fully leverage this technology, and just one-third have a talent strategy aligned with their AI objectives, according to Accenture’s new report Talent Reinventors: Delivering value with»»»
Arada awards Dh183m contract for Sharjah’s first UK school campus
Sharjah: Developer Arada has awarded a Dh183 million contract to build a major new K-12 campus in Sharjah, marking the emirate’s first branch of a UK-based school and a significant addition to its growing education sector. The project, Reigate Grammar School Masaar, will be located within the Dh9.5»»»
Pilot, co-pilot killed in runway collision at New York airport
New York: A plane carrying dozens of people collided with a fire truck late Sunday on a runway at New York's LaGuardia airport, killing the pilot and co-pilot and forcing a halt to flights, authorities and US media reported. AFP pictures showed the heavily damaged nose and cockpit section of the Ai»»»
Channelisation vs. Black Market: What Germany’s Gambling Data Reveals About Regulated Digital Markets
Germany’s online gambling market has become one of the most closely observed case studies in digital regulation. Since the introduction of the Interstate Treaty on Gambling (GlüStV 2021), policymakers have attempted to create a controlled ecosystem that balances consumer protection with market viab»»»
Trial opens over deadly Tempe rail disaster
Thirty-six people are set to face charges as a major trial opens Monday in the central city of Larissa, three years after Greece’s deadliest railway disaster killed 57 people and injured dozens. Due to the large number of participants, the trial has been relocated to a specially configured hall at »»»
Bulgaria’s Finance Minister: No Price Shock if Fuel Holds at €1.60
Finance Minister Georgi Klisurski said that the trajectory of prices across the economy will largely depend on developments in fuel costs, stressing that if they stabilize around €1.60 per liter, a sharp rise in the prices of other goods is unlikely. Speaking in a morning interview on Nova TV, he n»»»
Qatar accelerates AI deployment with focus on autonomous agents
Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s rapidly expanding artificial intelligence (AI) landscape is entering a new phase, with businesses and institutions moving beyond experimentation toward practical, problem-solving applications. Industry leaders say the market is shifting from fast-paced initial adoption to a mor»»»
LONG READ: Coal is back.
Coal is back. Having become a fuel for most of the last two decades, countries are scrambling to secure supplies of coal in the face of “ The largest supply disruption in the history,” according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). »»»
LONG READ: Coal is back.
Coal is back. Having become a fuel for most of the last two decades, countries are scrambling to secure supplies of coal in the face of “ The largest supply disruption in the history,” according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). »»»
LONG READ: Coal is back.
Coal is back. Having become a fuel for most of the last two decades, countries are scrambling to secure supplies of coal in the face of “ The largest supply disruption in the history,” according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). »»»
LONG READ: Coal is back.
Coal is back. Having become a fuel for most of the last two decades, countries are scrambling to secure supplies of coal in the face of “ The largest supply disruption in the history,” according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). »»»
Kyrgyzstan waits to see if a Japarov, Tashiyev conflict will break out into open
The return to Kyrgyzstan of fired national security chief Kamchybek Tashiyev in the past week begs the question of whether his rivalry with President Sadyr Japarov will turn into an open confrontation with public hostility, the mobilisation of supporters and a political struggle for all to see. »»»
LONG READ: Coal is back.
Coal is back. Having become a fuel for most of the last two decades, countries are scrambling to secure supplies of coal in the face of “ The largest supply disruption in the history,” according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). »»»
Spotlight - A former senior advisor to the Saudi government assesses the likelihood of a Gulf-style NATO
Gulf states are caught between a rock and a hard place, right now as the consider how to respond to the Iran's regime, dealing with a volley of attacks on critical infrastrure, and threats that continue. The Gulf Cooperation council, made has been meeting to co ordinate defence, diplomacy and a way»»»
UAE universities reopen online, some with hybrid class, temporary relocation options
Dubai: While most UAE universities are resuming classes online after spring break today, some higher education institutions with residential campuses have introduced hybrid learning arrangements and temporary relocation provisions, ensuring that students, whether in their hostels or back home, coul»»»
CC-DB Kicks Off Its Election Campaign in Sofia
The Continue the Change – Democratic Bulgaria (CC-DB) coalition kicked off its election campaign in Sofia, holding an event in the park adjacent to the National Palace of Culture. “We must eliminate corruption and abuses in the country—not with empty words but through concrete action,” CC leader As»»»
Vazrazhdane Launches Its Election Campaign in Pernik, Puts Emphasis on Direct Communication with Citizens
Dimo Drenchev, an MP and top-of-the-list candidate of Vazrazhdane for Pernik's 14th multi-member constituency, announced the start of the party’s election campaign in the city. He said a 360-degree video platform has been set up for residents, allowing them to create short and engaging videos. The »»»
Reem Al Hashimy visits India to discuss bilateral ties
Reem bint Ebrahim Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation, conducted an official visit to New Delhi on Thursday, March 19. During the visit, she met Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Minister of External Affairs of the Republic of India, and Vikram Misri, Foreign Secretary of India. »»»
Trump’s 48-hour ultimatum intensifies Hormuz battle: Why forcing the strait open is high risk
Dubai: As the war between the United States and Iran enters its fourth week, the Strait of Hormuz has become the conflict’s most critical — and volatile — battlefield. The narrow chokepoint, through which a significant share of the world’s oil passes, is now effectively paralysed. Iran has largely »»»
World Water Day: How UAE champions global fight for clean water for 2.1b people
Dubai: The UAE is spearheading a global movement to secure clean water for billions of people, backing its ambitions with a $150m international initiative, world-leading desalination technology, and a starring role at the upcoming UN Water Conference 2026, in what is seen as a clear signal that the»»»
Video: How Dubai pushes ahead with 6,000km walkways plan
Dubai: Dubai has taken a major step towards its vision of becoming one of the world’s most walkable cities, with the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) awarding the first contract under its sweeping Dubai Walk Master Plan. The initiative will deliver more than 6,000 kilometres of walkways across t»»»
Five Options Under Consideration to Reopen the Strait of Hormuz
Luke Broadwater, Helene Cooper, Eric Schmitt* Washington: As the United States presses ahead with its military campaign against Iran, the Strait of Hormuz has emerged as the war’s most pivotal battlefield. In response to US and Israeli airstrikes, Iran has largely blockaded the strait, snarling oil»»»
Japan May Join Mine Clearance Mission in Strait of Hormuz - Foreign Minister
TOKYO (Sputnik) - Japan may participate in mine-clearing operations in the Strait of Hormuz once hostilities end, Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi said on Sunday. "Japan's mine-clearance technology is one of the best in the world, so – while this remains purely hypothetical – if a ceasef»»»
Refiners in India, Elsewhere in Asia Look to Buy Iranian Oil after US Waives Sanctions
Indian refiners plan to resume buying Iranian oil while refiners elsewhere in Asia are examining such a move after Washington temporarily removed sanctions to alleviate an energy crunch caused by the US-Israeli war on Iran, traders said on Saturday. Three Indian refining sources said they will buy »»»
Western silence allows Israel to get away with killing journalists
On March 19, RT war correspondent Steve Sweeney and his cameraman Ali Rida Sbeity were injured by an Israeli strike meters from where they stood in southern Lebanon. Sweeney was on camera reporting on recent Israeli attacks on southern Lebanese towns and infrastructure when he heard the sound of an»»»
Italy is voting on whether to change its constitution. What does this mean for Meloni?
In her push for a "yes" vote in this weekend's constitutional referendum, Italy's prime minister has been reaching for new audiences. On Thursday, Giorgia Meloni sat at the mic between a popular rapper and a personal trainer-turned-podcaster to urge Italians to vote for a judicial system she promis»»»
Iran’s IRGC: Air defense systems struck another F-16 early Saturday in central Iran - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Iran’s IRGC: Air defense systems struck another F-16 early Saturday in central Iran 21-03-2026 14:39 PM Latest News Urgent News Iran’s IRGC»»»
The spokesperson for Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters: This war will continue as long as the option of attacking our land remains part of your strategies - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe The spokesperson for Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters: This war will continue as long as the option of attacking our land remains part»»»
4 pivotal questions that could define the Iran war’s next phase – Ya Libnan
Share: pSmoke rises over Tehran after airstrikes and explosions were reported across the Iranian capital on March 13, 2026, during escalating conflict involving U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran. Photo: Fatemeh Bahrami/Anadolu via Getty Images Nearly a month into the Iran war, there are signs the co»»»
Air Arabia issues travel advisory as UAE faces adverse weather
Air Arabia has issued a travel advisory as adverse weather is forecast across the UAE starting today and over the coming days. The airline said operations at Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, and Ras Al Khaimah airports may be affected, potentially leading to flight delays or schedule changes. Stay updated: Get »»»
A Wave of Executions Is Feared in Iran After 3 Young Men Were Hanged This Week
A 19-year-old star wrestler and two other young men were hanged in Iran this week, raising alarm among rights groups that a wave of executions may be underway as authorities facing relentless attacks from the US and Israel seek to squelch public dissent. The three men are the first to be executed f»»»
Streamlining the kill chain: how AI is changing modern warfare
The US-Israeli war with Iran has put AI use in defence systems in the spotlight like never before. AI's exact role in the military, its accuracy and possible repercussions are slowly beginning to emerge – but the extent of its use and role in the war so far still largely remain a mystery. The»»»
Nebius raises $4bn in convertible bonds
Nebius Group, led by founder and ex-CEO of Russian internet major Yandex Arkady Volozh, raised $4bn through a placement of convertible bonds, according to RBC business portal citing company disclosures. Nebius Group is led»»»
Russia's school propaganda was highlighted by Oscar-winning film - but does it work?
When her seven-year-old daughter was told to learn a poem about Russia's "glorious army" for a school event, Nina from Moscow thought it was too much. She has struggled to shield her daughter from an ever-increasing number of "patriotic" activities and lessons. That ramping up of war propaganda dir»»»
Iranian strikes on bases used by US caused $800m in damage, new analysis shows
Iranian strikes on military bases used by the US in the Middle East caused about $800m (£600m) in damage in the first two weeks of the war, a new analysis shows. Much of the damage was caused in initial retaliatory strikes by Iran in the week after the US and Israel launched the war, according to a»»»
Hubble catches comet breaking apart by accident - UPI.com
This series of Hubble Space Telescope images of the fragmenting comet C/2025 K1 (ATLAS), or K1 for short, was taken over the course of three consecutive days: November 8, 9, and 10, 2025. Captured by Hubble&rsquos STIS instrument. Photos courtesy of NASA, ESA, D. Bodewits (Auburn). Image processing»»»
Air India ‘flight to nowhere’: Wrong aircraft, 8 hours airborne, forced U-turn
Dubai: It turned into a journey to nowhere for passengers on an Air India flight to Vancouver, after the aircraft was forced to return to Delhi nearly eight hours into the trip due to a regulatory oversight. Flight AI185 took off from Delhi at 11:34am and initially proceeded as scheduled, heading e»»»
Why Critical Financing Inc Believes Lending Models Will Continue to Fragment in 2026
As the financial landscape evolves, securing capital is no longer a straightforward process for business owners. Once dominated by traditional banks, financing now includes digital lenders, fintech platforms, and alternative methods such as peer-to-peer lending and crowdfunding. This growing fragme»»»
Continue the Change - Democratic Bulgaria Start Campaigning in Dobrich
Dobrich became the first city where the Continue the Change – Democratic Bulgaria (CC-DB) coalition started campaigning for the April 19 parliamentary elections on Friday. Ivaylo Mirchev, co-chair of Yes, Bulgaria, called for citizens’ democratic vote to remove GERB leader Boyko Borisov and MRF - N»»»
Government's Measures on Rising Fuel Prices Do Not Affect Market Economy Principles, Says PM Gurov
Meeting with representatives of employer organizations, caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gurov said government measures in response to rising fuel prices are highly targeted and do not affect the principles of the market economy. "Our priority is to provide help where it is needed, carefully, and in»»»
3 indicted for smuggling AI-capable Nvidia chips to China - UPI.com
1 of 2 | Ting-Wei “Willy” Sun, left, and a worker from another company, work with "dummy" servers to allegedly conceal Nvidia microchips heading to China. Image courtesy of the Department of Justice March 20 (UPI) -- Three men were charged with smuggling Nvidia chips able to run artificial intellig»»»
Popovic: Talks underway with Russia to ensure best natural gas price to Serbia
BELGRADE - The energy sector is the most important element of Serbia-Russia cooperation and talks are underway with the Russian side to ensure Serbia continues to have the best natural gas price in Europe, Serbian Minister without portfolio Nenad Popovic, who co-chairs a Serbia-Russia commission on»»»