Kathy Dickerson holds a sign in front of the Christopher Columbus statue in St. Louis in 2018. A similar statue was placed on White House grounds over the weekend. File Photo by Bill Greenblatt/UPI | License Photo March 23 (UPI) -- A statue of Christopher Columbus has been placed on White House pro»»»

The opening of an administrative building of the Information Security Center, a state institution, took place in Bishkek. The State Committee for National Security (SCNS) reported. Lieutenant General Zhumgalbek Shabdanbekov, Chairman of the State Committee for National Security, attended the ceremo»»»

The Pervomaisky District Court of Bishkek took into custody four suspects within a case on corruption at Kyrgyzneftegaz OJSC. The court’s press service reported. According to the court, the decision to arrest them was made on March 19 as part of the criminal case opened under Article 336, Part 1 (C»»»

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»»»

A French naval officer using a smartwatch and the Strava fitness app to track his running activity inadvertently exposed the location of the aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle, according to Le Monde. It is only the latest in a years-long string of security breaches related to fitness trackers. Pres»»»

The UAE’s humanitarian approach has long been rooted in compassion, solidarity and a deep sense of responsibility towards those in need. Over the years, the country has developed a broad range of initiatives that address both urgent humanitarian needs and long-term social development, reflecting a »»»

Dubai: The UAE has said it will never be blackmailed by terrorists, reaffirming its sovereign right to make strategic security decisions amid ongoing regional tensions. “We will never be blackmailed by terrorists,” Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign A»»»

Dubai: Dubai Miracle Garden has resumed its complimentary entry offer for UAE resident families following the Eid Al Fitr break, allowing more visitors to plan outings before the end of the season. The popular attraction announced that families can enter for free by presenting a valid Emirates ID, »»»

Sharjah’s Department of Human Resources has authorised government entities in the emirate to implement remote working arrangements until Thursday, March 26, according to an official announcement. The directive allows heads of departments, authorities and government institutions to activate remote w»»»

DOHA: Qatar University said on Monday it would resume in-person classes and on-campus work for students, faculty and administrative staff starting Tuesday. In a statement posted on its X platform, the university said the decision follows the directives issued by the competent authorities regarding »»»

A high-ranking Iranian security official told the Iranian news agency Tasnim that US President Donald Trump “backed down from attacking vital infrastructure after Iranian military threats became credible.” The official explained that “increased pressure on financial markets and the threat to bonds »»»

By Wade SheridanIsraelis survey the damage caused by Iranian ballistic missile that struck the cities of Arad and Dimona on Sunday. More than 150 Israelis civilians were wounded in the two attacks, which the Israeli air defense system failed to intercept. Israeli border police are stationed near de»»»

As Bulgaria prepares for the early parliamentary elections on April 19, more than 44,000 citizens living abroad have already submitted applications to vote. This figure was shared during the first briefing of the Coordination Council for Election Preparations at the Council of Ministers, which brin»»»

British police warned Monday that an arson attack that destroyed four Jewish community ambulances at a synagogue in north London could be upgraded from an "antisemitic hate crime" to a terrorist incident. Photo by Andy Rain/EPA March 23 (UPI) -- Police in London said Monday they were treating the t»»»

In 2025, Bulgaria recorded 80,348 crimes, 86.7% of which were against the person and property of citizens, and 13.3% were economic, according to the annual report of the Interior Ministry, published on Monday. The data shows a 6.6% decline in recorded crimes compared with 2024. Crime detection rate»»»

Dubai: Passengers flying with IndiGo on March 24 are being advised to stay alert to schedule changes, even as the airline continues to operate selected flights to help travellers reach their destinations. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The airline confirmed that fligh»»»

Dubai: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has urged motorists to strictly follow safety guidelines while driving in rainy conditions, stressing the importance of cautious driving practices to protect road users and maintain traffic safety during the current spell of unstable weather. The a»»»

Sports Minister Dimitar Iliev on Monday awarded the national women’s badminton team, who won Bulgaria’s historic first title at the European Team Championships in Istanbul, his Ministry said. Stefani Stoeva, Gabriela Stoeva, Kaloyana Nalbantova, Gergana Pavlova, Tsvetina Popivanova, Elena Popivanov»»»

On Monday, the Constitutional Court opened a case at the request of the caretaker government to declare unconstitutional a National Assembly decision of March 13 obliging the government to submit to the Assembly a bill of ratification for Bulgaria joining the Charter of US President Donald Trump’s »»»

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»»»

A high-ranking officer of the Bulgarian Food Safety Agency (BFSA) will be dismissed over the case of a cold storage facility in Haskovo, Southern Bulgaria, which was found to contain spoiled foods on March 20, caretaker Minister of Agriculture and Food Ivan Hristanov reported here on Monday. On Mar»»»

Manila: Commuters here may soon get an early look at the Metro Rail Transit Line 7 (MRT-7) as the Department of Transportation (DoTr) moves closer to a "partial opening" of the new rail line in northern Metro Manila. The DoTr is preparing for the initial rollout of the MRT-7 covering six stations f»»»

BELGRADE - Serbian Deputy PM and Minister of Economy Adrijana Mesarovic met with a World Bank delegation in Belgrade on Monday to discuss implementation of strategically important projects for Serbia and advancement of cooperation on new investments. "A constructive meeting with a World Bank delega»»»

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Iranian media said on Monday there were no negotiations between Tehran and Washington after US President Donald Trump announced talks towards ending the war. "There are no talks between Tehran and Washington," said Mehr news agency citing Iran's foreign ministry, adding that Trump's statements were»»»

President Donald Trump has extended his deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, saying the U.S. will hold off on power plant strikes for five days. Trump made the announcement on his Truth Social site Monday, hours ahead of a deadline later in the day. Writing in all capital letters, he s»»»

Dubai: The UAE has said it will never be blackmailed by terrorists, reaffirming its sovereign right to make strategic security decisions amid ongoing regional tensions. “We will never be blackmailed by terrorists,” Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign A»»»

Dubai: ADNOC Gas said it has made temporary operational adjustments to liquefied natural gas (LNG) production and export-traded liquids in response to ongoing shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting the growing impact of regional tensions on energy flows. Sign up for our daily bu»»»

Dubai: Passengers travelling through Dubai airports this week are being urged to plan ahead, with authorities and airlines warning that unstable weather may affect journeys to the airport and flight schedules. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Dubai International Airport»»»

At the Business Review Awards 2026, Philip Morris Romania received two distinctions: Sustainability Project of the Year, for transforming its Otopeni factory into a high-tech, low-carbon industrial hub, and Employer of the Year, recognising its sustained investment in people, culture, and workplace»»»

Wall Street shot higher and global oil futures tumbled Monday after President Donald Trump extended his deadline for Iran to reopen the crucial Strait of Hormuz and said the U.S. would hold off on strikes against Iranian power plants and other energy infrastructure for five days. Trump's post on so»»»

Hezbollah targeted Monday Israeli troops and bases in northern Israel and in southern Lebanon with attack drones, rockets and advanced missiles. The group said in separate statements that it targeted troops near Alma al Shaab, al-Taybeh, Markaba, Dhayra, and Maroun al-Ras with attack drones, rocket»»»

The construction of a new border crossing between Bulgaria and Turkiye is not currently under discussion, with priority instead placed on expanding the capacity of existing checkpoints, said Anton Zlatanov, Director of the Interior Ministry’s Border Police General Directorate, speaking to journalis»»»

Beijing: China has limited the amount by which the country's fuel costs can rise, the government announced Monday, to mitigate surging oil prices due to the Middle East conflict. Global oil prices have soared as the war between the United States, Israel and Iran has centred around the Strait of Hor»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar University has announced the resumption of on-campus study and work for its students, faculty, and administrative staff starting tomorrow, March 24, 2026. In a statement, Qatar University said that it is "committed to all instructions issued by the official authorities. Any updat»»»

The development of retail parks in mid-sized cities is one of the key pillars of BIG Poland’s strategy in the Polish market. This format responds to the needs of local communities by offering convenient shopping, access to well-known brands and modern retail space close to where people live. The sc»»»

Seasonality has long remained one of the key challenges for coastal developments in Poland. Wave Świnoujście Thermal & SPA, developed by Green House Development, is being created in response to this issue, introducing a resort model designed to operate year-round. A central element of this concept »»»

President Joseph Aoun met Monday with Speaker Nabih Berri and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam. The talks stressed the importance of "national unity and solidarity", as Berri said he is "reassured by the presence of the president." Berri and Aoun discussed the recent targeting of bridges in south Lebanon»»»

Dubai: Amid an extraordinarily challenging period for the region, Dubai has found a way to say goodbye with grace. Passengers departing from Dubai International Airport (DXB) have been handed special souvenir packs along with a heartfelt thank-you note bearing the Dubai logo. The souvenirs include »»»

Caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gurov reviewed information from two alerts concerning a possible compromise of the procedure for electing a new European Prosecutor from Bulgaria, the government said on its Facebook page on Monday. The alerts were submitted by Georgi Georgiev from the BOEC civic ass»»»

Dubai: Oil prices tumbled on Monday after US President Donald Trump confirmed ongoing talks with Iran and ordered a pause on planned strikes targeting its energy infrastructure, marking the first clear shift toward de-escalation since the conflict began. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, C»»»

New Delhi: Indian police have seized more than 20,000 pirated books, including titles by novelists Arundhati Roy and Haruki Murakami, to dismantle a major piracy ring, publishers said Monday. The raids, which took place on March 15, highlight the scale of piracy in India's book market -- and the co»»»

BELGRADE - Serbian PM Djuro Macut said on Monday national councils were the best promoters of the activities of all national minorities and that they offered a possibility for educational and cultural activities by members of national minorities living in Serbia. Ahead of a session of the Council f»»»

At the Business Review Awards 2026, Hagag Development Europe received the Excellence in Strategic Expansion award for expanding its footprint beyond real estate with the launch of Hagag Energy and major investments in Romania’s natural gas infrastructure sector. “For us, strategic expansion does no»»»

An international research project has uncovered new evidence that early humans repeatedly occupied the Buhais Rockshelter in Sharjah over tens of thousands of years, challenging long-held assumptions about human settlement in southeastern Arabia. The study, published on Monday in Nature Communicati»»»

Dubai: Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UAE has urged members of the expatriate community to respect local laws and customs, as Pakistan marked its 86th National Day with ceremonies across the Emirates. Speaking at a flag-hoisting event at the Pakistan Embassy in Abu Dhabi on Monday, Ambassador Shafqat»»»

Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani received a phone call from Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Turkiye HE Hakan Fidan. During the call, HE the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and HE the Turk»»»

Kyrgyzstan has strengthened veterinary and sanitary control measures to prevent the import and spread of infectious animal diseases. The Veterinary Service’s Epizootic Control Department reported. Specialists are monitoring the epizootic situation in other countries where outbreaks have been record»»»

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov spoke to Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi on Monday and expressed concern ‌over ‌the spread ‌of ⁠the Iran war to the ⁠Caspian Sea. "Mutual concern was expressed about the dangerous ⁠spread of the ‌conflict ‌provoked by ‌Washington and ‌Tel Aviv to the Caspia»»»

Allegations Greece deployed an armed Afghan paramilitary unit to violently assault a group of 61 mostly-Turkish nationals seeking political asylum have raised alarm within the EU’s border agency, Frontex. A report by the agency’s fundamental rights officer, Jonas Grimheden, alleges that an Afghan u»»»