BBC 1h

DOJ charges 30 more people in Minnesota anti-ICE church protest

The US Department of Justice announced Friday that 30 more people are being charged for their roles in an anti-ICE protest staged last month at a church in Minnesota. Attorney General Pam Bondi wrote on social media that 25 of the 30 defendants named in a newly unsealed indictment had been arrested»»»

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Gulf News 8h

Trump frustrated with Iran — says force remains an option

Dubai: US President Donald Trump said on Friday he is “not happy” with the direction of nuclear talks with Iran, warning that while diplomacy remains ongoing, military force remains an option if Tehran refuses to abandon its nuclear ambitions. “We’re not exactly happy with the way they’re negotiati»»»

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RT 9h

EU manipulating polls in bid to oust Orban – German opposition leader

The EU is desperately attempting to engineer “regime change” against Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban in next month’s parliamentary election, employing tactics such as poll manipulation and energy blackmail, German opposition leader Alice Weidel has claimed. In a post on X on Wednesday, the co»»»

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BBC 10h

UK withdraws Tehran embassy staff as concern grows over threat of US strikes

The UK has temporarily withdrawn staff from its embassy in Tehran, as the threat of US strikes against Iran prompts warnings from a number of countries to their citizens in the Middle East. The UK Foreign Office said it was a "precautionary measure" and that its embassy in Iran's capital continued »»»

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Kuna 11h

India, Italy explore deepening defence coop.

NEW DELHI, Feb 27 (KUNA) -- India and Italy discussed on Friday ways to deepen defence cooperation.A statement from the Indian Ministry of Defense said that Indian Secretary of (Defence Production) Sanjeev Kumar met leading Italian Defense officials and explored ways to further strengthen defence c»»»

Sputnik 12h

Vance Says 'No Chance' US Will Get Involved in Years-Long War in Middle East Over Iran

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - Vice President JD Vance has ruled out that the United States will become entangled in a years-long armed conflict in the Middle East if President Donald Trump opts for strikes on Iran. "The idea that we’re going to be in a Middle Eastern war for years with no end in sight — t»»»

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RT 12h

US and Iran make ‘significant progress’ in talks – mediator

The latest round of negotiations over Tehran’s nuclear program and the possible easing of sanctions concluded in Geneva on Thursday, and was described by Iranian officials as the “most serious and prolonged” yet. Despite no immediate breakthroughs, the US side also reportedly noted that the talks w»»»

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UPI 12h

Netflix ends bid for Warner Bros. after Paramount offered $111B - UPI.com

1 of 5 | Netflix decided to drop its bid to buy Warner Bros. Discovery after Paramount Skydance raised its offer to $31 per share. File Photo by Jim Ruymen/UPI | License Photo Feb. 27 (UPI) -- Netflix has decided to let go of its attempt to buy Warner Bros. Discovery after Paramount Skydance raised»»»

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RT 15h

Germany’s AfD scores point against federal agency targeting it for ‘extremism’

A court ruling on Thursday suspending the designation of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as a “confirmed right-wing extremist” organization represents a success for democracy and the rule of law, the party’s leader has said. The domestic security agency BfV slapped the top opposition party »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 15h

Regional Minister: Water Prices in Bulgaria Raised in a Coordinated Manner

Water prices in Bulgaria are market-based and were raised in a coordinated manner as of February 26, caretaker Regional Development and Public Works Minister Angelina Boneva told journalists at the Council of Ministers on Friday. She was responding to a question on whether drinking water prices wou»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 16h

Media Review: February 27

POLITICS The April 19 parliamentary elections and the appointments of caretaker ministers and regional governors are given prominence in the news media on Friday. On bTV, sociologists Boryana Dimitrova from Alpha Research and Parvan Simeonov from the Myara polling agency noted that the election cam»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 17h

Warsaw's office market under pressure

Shrinking supply and rising rents create opportunity for Poleczki Park For years, Warsaw has been the undisputed leader of Poland’s commercial real estate market. The capital continues to attract investors, global companies are choosing it for their regional headquarters, and demand for modern offi»»»

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Sputnik 17h

UK's Healey Orders Investigation Into Epstein's Potential Use of RAF Bases - Reports

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - UK Defense Secretary John Healey has ordered an internal investigation into whether US late infamous financier Jeffrey Epstein may have used Royal Air Force (RAF) bases for human trafficking, The Telegraph reported. According to the report, Healey has instructed officials to "lea»»»

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RT 17h

Davos CEO quits over Epstein links

World Economic Forum (WEF) chief Borge Brende has stepped down from his post over his ties to late disgraced financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The name of the Davos forum CEO surfaced in the latest trove of Epstein documents released by the US authorities in late January. The fi»»»

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UPI 18h

Seoul shares snap 6-day winning streak on profit-taking; won sharply down - UPI.com

This photo taken on Friday shows the trading room of Hana Bank in central Seoul, with the benchmark Korea Composite Stock Price Index down 1 percent to close at 6,244.13. Photo by Yonhap Seoul shares closed lower Friday, snapping a six-session winning streak as investors locked in profits in techno»»»

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RT 18h

Alleged nuclear plot highlights Western Europe’s ‘desperation’ – analyst (VIDEO)

An alleged Franco-British plot to secretly provide Ukraine with nuclear materials or a warhead shows just how desperate European NATO member states are to “maintain relevance,” RT contributor Thomas Penn has said. On Tuesday, Russia’s Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) reported that London and Pari»»»

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The Peninsula 18h

HBKU College of Science and Engineering hosts Industry and Government Advisory Board meeting

DOHA: Leaders and decision makers from across Qatar’s business community gathered at Education City for the second meeting of Hamad Bin Khalifa University’s (HBKU) Industry and Government Advisory Board (IGAB). Organised by HBKU’s College of Science and Engineering (CSE), the IGAB is composed of pr»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 19h

CC-DB Demands Accountability for Illegal Arrests, Probes into Varna Mayor’s Detention

In a declaration on behalf of the parliamentary group of Continue the Change – Democratic Bulgaria (CC-DB), CC-DB Co-Floor Leader Nikolay Denkov said on Friday that the group insists on “immediate personal disciplinary and criminal liability for the officials who ordered and carried out the illegal»»»

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Gulf News 20h

Philippines, US, Japan planes drill over Bashi Channel

The Philippine, US and Japanese militaries conducted joint exercises this week over the Bashi Channel that separates the Philippines from Taiwan, officials said Friday. Aircraft from the three nations patrolled over the Philippines' northernmost Batanes islands in drills aimed at showcasing their "»»»

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BBC 27.02. 00:35

Netflix drops bid for Warner Bros, clearing way for Paramount takeover

Netflix has declined to raise its proposal to buy Warner Bros Discovery after the Hollywood studio giant deemed Paramount Skydance's rival offer "superior", clearing the path for Paramount to win the takeover battle. Warner Bros, which put itself up for sale last year, on Thursday said Paramount's »»»

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BBC 26.02. 22:28

World Economic Forum boss quits after review of Epstein links

The president and CEO of the World Economic Forum (WEF), Borge Brende, has resigned after a review into his links to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The forum ordered an independent review into Brende over his ties to the disgraced financier following the release of Epstein files by the US D»»»

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BBC 26.02. 20:15

EU states told to use existing fund for safe abortions after citizens' petition

The European Commission has told member states they can use existing EU funding to pay for safe abortions, after a citizens' initiative attracted 1.1 million signatures to help women without access to safe and legal terminations. The My Voice, My Choice group behind the initiative has hailed the de»»»

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The Peninsula 26.02. 19:02

Egyptian President discusses regional developments with Sudanese Prime Minister

Cairo: Egyptian President, Abdel Fattah el-Sisi met on Thursday with Sudanese Prime Minister, Kamil Idris, who is currently visiting Cairo, to discuss the latest developments in Sudan as well as regional issues. During the meeting, both sides stressed the importance of continued coordination and co»»»

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Al Awsat 26.02. 18:33

World Economic Forum Head Steps Down Over Epstein Links

World Economic Forum head Børge Brende said Thursday that he is stepping down after facing pressure over his contacts with the late US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Brende, a former Norwegian foreign minister, said in a statement that he had decided “after careful consideration” to step down as pre»»»

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UPI 26.02. 18:30

World Economic Forum CEO Børge Brende resigns; Jeffrey Epstein probe concludes - UPI.com

World Economic Forum CEO and President Børge Brende, pictured here in 2014, has resigned upon completion of an independent investigation of his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. File Photo by David Silpa/UPI | License Photo Feb. 26 (UPI) -- Børge Brende resigned his position as president and CEO of the Worl»»»

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BBC 26.02. 17:46

Instagram to alert parents if teens search for self-harm and suicide content

Parents using Instagram's child supervision tools will soon receive alerts if their teen repeatedly searches for suicide or self-harm related terms on the platform. It is the first time parent company Meta will proactively alert parents to searches by their child on Instagram for harmful material, »»»

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Al Awsat 26.02. 16:32

Crimes Against Humanity Complaint Filed in Switzerland against Iran Deputy Minister

A complaint has been filed in Switzerland accusing Iranian deputy foreign minister Kazem Gharibabadi of crimes against humanity linked to anti-government protests in his country in recent years, lawyers said Thursday. The complaint, filed by an Iranian-Swiss citizen, said Gharibabadi "may have comm»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 26.02. 16:24

Central Election Commission Sets Rules for Observer Participation in April Elections

The Central Election Commission (CEC) has adopted the terms and procedure for the participation of observers in the parliamentary elections scheduled for April 19, 2026, the CEC said on Thursday. The CEC will accept applications for the registration of observers until 5:00 p.m. on April 17. Observe»»»

bta.bg
BNE 26.02. 16:09

Armenia’s nuclear choice carries heavy debt trade-offs, says GlobalSource

Armenia’s prospective shift towards US-backed small modular reactor (SMR) technology could add as much as 30% of GDP to public debt in a worst-case scenario, even as it reduces the country’s long-standing strategic reliance on Russia, according to Ivan Tchakarov of GlobalSource Partners. »»»

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BNE 26.02. 15:37

China and Iran queue up to copy Belarus-Russia regional blueprint, Lukashenko claims

Both China and Iran have asked to replicate the Belarus-Russia Union State's region-to-region cooperation model, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko said at the Supreme State Council of the Union State in Moscow on February 26, as Russian President Vladimir Putin co-chaired the session, BelTA»»»

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BNE 26.02. 15:37

China and Iran queue up to copy Belarus-Russia regional blueprint, Lukashenko claims

Both China and Iran have asked to replicate the Belarus-Russia Union State's region-to-region cooperation model, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko said at the Supreme State Council of the Union State in Moscow on February 26, as Russian President Vladimir Putin co-chaired the session, BelTA»»»

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France24 26.02. 15:21

Davos forum CEO Borge Brende resigns after Epstein links revealed

Borge Brende, the president and CEO of the World Economic Forum, which organises the annual Davos summit, announced his resignation on Thursday, weeks after the forum launched an independent investigation into his links with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.  The president and CEO o»»»

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Al Manar 26.02. 14:46

Oman: ‘Innovative Ideas’ Exchanged as US-Iran Nuclear Talks Resume in Geneva

Indirect negotiations between Iran and the United States in Geneva have paused for a break and will resume later today, following what the Omani mediator described as an exchange of “innovative and positive ideas.” Oman’s Foreign Minister Badr al-Busaidi announced the development, stating: “Today i»»»

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Business-review 26.02. 11:03

Romania ranked third in CEE by M&A deal volume in 2025

According to the annual CEE M&A report by Forvis Mazars, developed in association with Mergermarket, M&A activity in the CEE region did relatively well in 2025 in terms of overall disclosed deal value, though a decline in transaction volume points to significant geopolitical headwinds and challengi»»»

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The Peninsula 26.02. 08:56

NHRC calls for fair and human rights-based digital transition

Doha, Qatar: The National Human Rights Committee (NHRC) has called for a fair and human rights–based digital transition, underscoring the need to align artificial intelligence (AI) technologies with the principles of social justice and decent work for all. The call came during a regional virtual se»»»

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The Peninsula 26.02. 08:56

Qatar renews commitment to principles of disarmament, nuclear non-proliferation

Geneva: Qatar participated in the High-Level Segment of the Conference on Disarmament held in Geneva. Qatar was represented at the event by Deputy Permanent Representative of the Permanent Delegation of the State of Qatar to the UN Office in Geneva Jawhara bint Abdulaziz Al Suwaidi. Al Suwaidi affi»»»

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The Peninsula 26.02. 08:32

Digital becomes the default: Qatar accelerates its shift away from cash

How would you characterize the payments landscape in Qatar today, and what stands out most to you? Qatar’s payments landscape is clearly becoming more digital-first, with the shift away from cash becoming increasingly visible in everyday life. According to Visa’s latest Where Cash Hides report, aro»»»

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The Peninsula 26.02. 08:20

QFFD, QRCS distribute vital aid to affected families in Guinea-Bissau

Doha, Qatar: A joint delegation from Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) and Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has visited the Republic of Guinea-Bissau to supervise operations and distribute Qatari humanitarian aid to hundreds of families affected by the recent humanitarian crises and natural disast»»»

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Kuna 26.02. 08:16

US's Rubio warns Iran pursuing intercontinental missiles, diplomacy remains option

WASHINGTON, Feb 26 (KUNA) -- US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned that Iran is seeking to develop weapons capable of striking the United States mainland, stressing that diplomacy remains an option and described the upcoming talks as an opportunity for dialogue.Speaking to reporters on the sidel»»»

UPI 26.02. 08:00

Ex-Treasury Secretary Larry Summers resigns from Harvard over Epstein files - UPI.com

Larry Summers, seen here in 2010, is resigning from teaching at Harvard University due to his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. File Photo by Andrew Harrer/UPI | License Photo Feb. 26 (UPI) -- Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers announced he is resigning from his professorship at Harvard Unive»»»

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The Peninsula 26.02. 07:59

DoorDash to wind down Deliveroo and Wolt operations in four countries

Doha, Qatar: DoorDash, Inc. yesterday announced it is exiting four countries across its Deliveroo and Wolt brands: Qatar, Singapore, Japan, and Uzbekistan. The company will begin an orderly wind-down process in each country and will work closely with local teams and partners to support employees, m»»»

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The Peninsula 26.02. 07:59

Second Qatar–Spain Strategic Dialogue explores economic cooperation

Doha, Qatar: Minister of State for Foreign Trade H E Dr. Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Sayed and Secretary of State for Trade at the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Business of the Kingdom of Spain H E Amparo López Senovilla co-chaired the economic cooperation meeting on trade and investment as part of the »»»

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Gulf News 26.02. 07:43

Air Arabia rolls out daily flights on new European route from Sharjah

Dubai: Travellers from the UAE will soon have another low cost option to Europe after Air Arabia announced the launch of a new daily international route from Sharjah to Rome, strengthening connectivity and offering more affordable travel choices for residents. Sign up for our daily business newslet»»»

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Gulf News 26.02. 06:11

Dubai-based Yalla BB launches new app to simplify second-hand fashion in UAE

Dubai-based startup Yalla BB has launched a new mobile application aimed at simplifying how people buy and sell second-hand fashion in the UAE, offering a more structured and trusted approach to resale in a market that continues to grow in popularity. Built in Dubai, Yalla BB is a social recommerce»»»

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BNE 26.02. 05:11

Loom Games claims “unicorn” crown in record time for Turkish startup

Video game developer Scopely has signed a definitive agreement to acquire a majority stake in Istanbul-based mobile game studio Loom Games, Scopely has informed the market. The deal valued the»»»

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BNE 26.02. 05:11

Loom Games claims “unicorn” crown in record time for Turkish startup

Video game developer Scopely has signed a definitive agreement to acquire a majority stake in Istanbul-based mobile game studio Loom Games, Scopely has informed the market. The deal valued the»»»

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BNE 26.02. 05:11

Loom Games claims “unicorn” crown in record time for Turkish startup

Video game developer Scopely has signed a definitive agreement to acquire a majority stake in Istanbul-based mobile game studio Loom Games, Scopely has informed the market. The deal valued the»»»

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BNE 26.02. 05:11

Loom Games claims “unicorn” crown in record time for Turkish startup

Video game developer Scopely has signed a definitive agreement to acquire a majority stake in Istanbul-based mobile game studio Loom Games, Scopely has informed the market. The deal valued the»»»

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BNE 26.02. 05:11

Armenia breaks ground on €42.5mn EU-backed tech education complex near Yerevan

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan on February 24 attended the groundbreaking ceremony of the EU Tumo Engineering and Applied Sciences Complex (EUCC), a €42.5mn project aimed at creating a regional STEM hub near Yerevan’s Hrazdan Gorge. »»»

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Gulf News 26.02. 00:30

Watch: UAE Lottery Dh5m winner reveals number-picking secret, regrets Dh30m near-miss

Dubai: Wiping tears, then flashing a wide smile and jumping with joy as golden confetti rained down on him, UAE Lottery's first Dh5 million winner Murugananth Govinthan has shared a message for anyone who has ever struggled: one day, it can all turn around. In an emotional video interview posted on»»»

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