BNE 15m

ISIS claims deadly attack on Syrian army in Deir ez-Zor

Islamic State (ISIS) claimed responsibility on February 24 for an attack on a Syrian army headquarters in the city of Al-Mayadeen in Deir ez-Zor province that left one soldier dead. In a statement posted on its Telegram ch»»»

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BNE 15m

ISIS claims deadly attack on Syrian army in Deir ez-Zor

Islamic State (ISIS) claimed responsibility on February 24 for an attack on a Syrian army headquarters in the city of Al-Mayadeen in Deir ez-Zor province that left one soldier dead. In a statement posted on its Telegram ch»»»

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RT 21m

California governor compares himself to black voters because he ‘cannot read’

California Governor Gavin Newsom has drawn sharp backlash after telling an Atlanta audience, “I’m like you,” while describing his low SAT score and reading difficulties, remarks critics have interpreted as an ill-judged attempt to connect with black voters. Newsom, widely discussed as a potential c»»»

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BNE 24m

KYIV BLOG: Ukraine, too little, too late

Today we go into the fifth year of the Ukraine war which has now been going on longer than the Second World War ( 3 years and 11 months). Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy just gave an address to the European Parliam»»»

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Kathimerini 28m

AEK fans fined, banned for two years over flying umbrella exchange

Two AEK soccer fans were fined €5,000 each Tuesday and given a two-year ban from attending any sports events as spectators for throwing an umbrella at visiting Olympiakos players during a match in Athens this month. No injuries were reported from the February 1 incident, which saw the umbrella comi»»»

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UPI 34m

U.S. accuses Chile of risking regional sovereignty over China project - UPI.com

China Mobile's former president and CEO, He Biao, delivers a speech in March at Mobile World Congress Fira Barcelona convention center in L'Hospitalet del Llobregat, in Barcelona, Spain. He stepped down two weeks ago. File Photo by Alejandro Garci/EPA SANTIAGO, Chile, Feb. 24 (UPI) -- The United St»»»

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Kathimerini 1h

Ambulance service orders inquiry after responder sings at nightclub

An emergency responder who took to the stage to sing after attending to a woman who fainted at a nightclub in Athens will face a sworn administrative inquiry, the ambulance service EKAV has said. The incident occurred at a nightclub in the Ilion district, where a 65-year-old woman lost consciousnes»»»

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UPI 1h

Meta, AMD reach deal to expand AI infrastructure - UPI.com

Meta and AMD announced a partnership Tuesday to grow Meta's AI infrastructure with AMD's Instinct graphics processor chips. File Photo by Terry Schmitt/UPI | License Photo Feb. 24 (UPI) -- Meta and AMD announced a partnership on Tuesday to grow Meta's AI infrastructure with its Instinct graphics pr»»»

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Sputnik 1h

EU Asks Ukraine to Speed Up Repair of Druzhba Pipeline - Commission Head

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The European Union has asked Ukraine to speed up the repair of the Druzhba oil pipeline, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Tuesday. "We ask for the repairs [from Ukraine] on the pipeline ... to be accelerated," von der Leyen said at a press conference in »»»

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Kathimerini 1h

More than 16,000 motorists penalized for traffic violations in three days

Nearly one in four motorists stopped by police over the three-day holiday period at the end of Carnival was found in breach of some traffic rule, police said Tuesday. A police statement said a total 16,274 violations were recorded between Friday and Clean Monday, at a time of increased traffic flow»»»

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UPI 1h

Australia anti-Semitism inquiry begins in wake of Bondi Beach attack - UPI.com

A Hanukkah menorah drawing pays tribute to the 15 people killed in the Bondi Beach attack in December. The Australian government began its inquiry into events leading up to the attack and the issue of anti-Semitism in the country. File Photo by Dean Lewins/EPA Feb. 24 (UPI) -- Australia's Royal Com»»»

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Gulf News 1h

e& CEO Hatem Dowidar to step down by end of March 2026

Dubai: e& said on Monday that Group Chief Executive Officer Hatem Dowidar will step down at the end of March, concluding a six-year tenure during which the company expanded beyond its core telecommunications business. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The board has appoi»»»

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France24 1h

Mexico deploys 10,000 troops to end violence over death of drug lord

Nearly 10,000 troops have been deployed in Mexico to quell violence which broke out after the killing of the country's most-wanted drug lord that claimed dozens of lives, officials said.»»»

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Qatar Tribune 2h

Amir hosts iftar banquet for leaders of defence, interior ministries, and security services

DOHA: His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani has hosted an iftar banquet at Lusail Palace for senior officers and commanders of the Ministry of Defense, the Ministry of Interior, and other state security agencies, in celebration of the holy month of Ramadan. Als»»»

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Gulf News 2h

US TV anchor Savannah Guthrie offers $1 million in mother's abduction

US TV anchor Savannah Guthrie said Tuesday her family is now offering up to $1 million for a tip leading to the recovery of her mother, who was kidnapped 24 days ago. Guthrie acknowledged that her mother might now be dead, in what would be a tragic end to a case that has gripped America and baffled»»»

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Business-review 2h

Anytime brings fully digital motor insurance to Romanian drivers

With a streamlined quote journey requiring only four essential fields and a completely paperless experience from payment to policy delivery, Anytime continues to invest in digital solutions designed around customer needs. “The new option available on our website marks an important step in strengthe»»»

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Business-review 2h

BCR Dragobete Study: 1 in 3 young people say money has affected their relationship

A new BCR study, conducted by Cult Market Research on the occasion of the Romanian Valentine’s Day, shows how young people today manage their finances as a couple and what these choices say about trust, maturity, and the future. The results show that, beyond romantic gestures, the stability of a mo»»»

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UPI 2h

U.S. seizes third oil tanker in Indian Ocean - UPI.com

The U.S. military seized a third oil tanker moving from the Caribbean Sea to the Indian Ocean, the Pentagon said Tuesday. Photo by Department of War/X Feb. 24 (UPI) -- The U.S. military seized a third oil tanker moving from the Caribbean Sea to the Indian Ocean, the Pentagon said Tuesday. The Berth»»»

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Al Manar 2h

‘Israel’ Lacks Clear Strategy in Gaza, Syria, Lebanon: Haaretz

Israeli Middle East affairs writer Zvi Bar’el examined what he described as the contours—and gaps—of Israel’s emerging security strategy under Benjamin Netanyahu, warning that ‘Israel’ could soon face a coherent US approach in Syria and Lebanon without a clear strategy of its own. Writing in Haaret»»»

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UPI 2h

China targets Japan's defense sector with ban on 'dual-use' exports - UPI.com

Japan Air Self-Defense Force Mitsubishi F-2s perform a fly past during the 70th International Fleet Review at Sagami Bay southwest of Tokyo in November 2022. Mitsubishi was among 20 companies blacklisted by China on Tuesday amid rising tensions between Beijing and Tokyo. File Photo by Keizo Mori/UP»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Qatar Meteorology warns of relatively cold, misty conditions tonight

Doha, Qatar: Weather inshore until 6am on Wednesday will be relatively cold and hazy, turning misty in places later, the Department of Meteorology said in its daily weather report. Offshore conditions will be hazy to misty at times, the report added. Inshore winds will be mainly southeasterly to so»»»

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UPI 3h

Charles Kushner barred from French officials after summons no-show - UPI.com

President Donald Trump, alongside Ambassador to France Charles Kushner, right, walk to the raising of the US flag on the South Lawn at the White House in Washington, D.C., in June. File Photo by Ken Cedeno/UPI | License Photo Feb. 24 (UPI) -- The French government has barred Ambassador Charles Kush»»»

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TAP 3h

Gov’t introduces unprecedented incentives to reach 50,000 electric vehicles by 2030

Tunis, Feb. 24 (TAP) - The government is implementing an unprecedented set of fiscal and financial incentives to democratise access to electric and hybrid vehicles, aiming to make them a competitive alternative both economically and...»»»

Gulf News 3h

UAE approves new 2026–2027 teaching plan with AI

The Ministry of Education has approved the new teaching plan for public and private schools applying the national curriculum for the 2026-2027 academic year, as part of its effort to modernise the education system and raise learning outcomes across all stages. According to the plan, the changes cov»»»

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Kathimerini 3h

Evros placed under code red alert over flood risk

The Evros regional unit, in northeastern Greece, has been placed on code red from Tuesday through Friday due to heavy rainfall and an increased risk of flooding from the rising Evros river. According to an announcement, authorities reactivated the code red status after the regional governor and a r»»»

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24 News Agency 3h

Kanybek Dosmambetov relieved of duties as Health Minister of Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG

A presidential decree has officially relieved Kanybek Dosmambetov of his position as Minister of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, the press service of the President of Kyrgyzstan reported. The document, signed today, does not disclose the reasons for the decision. It is expected that an acting head o»»»

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BNE 4h

Bank of Israel holds interest rate steady, citing risk of regional conflict

The Bank of Israel Monetary Committee maintained the interest rate at 4%, halting a streak of two consecutive 0.25% cuts implemented in November and January. Most analysts had anticipated a third reduction until geopolitical tensions with Iran altered the calculus, Globes noted. »»»

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BNE 4h

Student protests spread across Tehran universities for fourth consecutive day in Iran

Student protests continued across Tehran's universities for a fourth consecutive day on February 24, with demonstrations reported at more than ten institutions as Basij militia members deployed on campuses to contain the unrest, according to student Telegram channels. »»»

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BNE 4h

Serbia arrests two over alleged plot to assassinate president

Authorities in Serbia have arrested two men suspected of plotting to assassinate President Aleksandar Vucic and overthrow the constitutional order, the interior ministry said on February 23. In a statement, the Ministry of»»»

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BNE 4h

Polish stock exchange posts gains amid US-Iran delay and strong domestic data

The Warsaw Stock Exchange (WSE) posted significant gains on February 23, defying a broader downturn across Western equity markets. The local rally was largely driven by robust domestic retail sales data and relief that a feared US military strike on Iran, which markets anticipated could have o»»»

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BNE 4h

Freezing Poles flock to fashion stores in January, prompting surprise surge in retail sales

Polish retail sales grew 4.4% year-on-year (y/y) in constant prices in January, easing somewhat from a 5.3% y/y rise in December, the statistics office GUS said on February 23. The January reading beat market consensus, wh»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Want a cheap Eid break? Here’s how to travel for under Dh1,500

Dubai: We know what you must be thinking. A holiday for under Dh2,000? A few weeks away from the Eid holidays, no way, José. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Fortunately, travel agents have confirmed that UAE travellers have a few short- and mid-haul options that offer »»»

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Gulf News 4h

Splitsvilla 7 fame Mayank Pawar dies at 37

Dubai: Mayank Pawar, a fitness enthusiast, reality TV personality, and seven-time Mr India titleholder, has passed away at the age of 37. The Splitsvilla Season 7 contestant’s death was confirmed through a post on his official Instagram account, leaving fans and members of the fitness community sho»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Every Kuwaiti now required to register for national service within six months of turning 18

Kuwait has brought into force a new compulsory national service law requiring every male citizen to report for military service within 180 days of turning 18, in a move aimed at strengthening defence readiness and closing gaps in previous legislation. The amended law entered into effect last Sunday»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 4h

Prosecution Service Seeks Assistance from US Partner Service, Europol, in Petrohan-Okolchitsa Investigation

The Sofia Regional Prosecutor’s Office announced Tuesday that it has requested assistance from an American partner service and from Europol, through Bulgaria’s national representative at Eurojust, in connection with pre-trial proceedings into a high-profile multiple deaths case - the Petrohan-Okolc»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 4h

Media Review: February 24

No single topic dominates the Bulgarian news media on Tuesday. POLITICS 24 Chasa publishes an analysis by Prof. Ivan Todorov assessing the relative weight of ministries and regulators in the caretaker government over a three-month horizon. The analysis identifies the Ministries of Energy, Agricultu»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 4h

Cooperation between Industry, Academia, Military Is Essential, Caretaker Innovation Minister Says at NATO Innovation Continuum 2026

Caretaker Minister of Innovation and Growth Irena Mladenova, speaking at the Innovation Continuum 2026 forum organized by NATO Allied Command Transformation at the GATE Institute with the St Kliment Ohridski University of Sofia, said that defence innovation is an important priority and that strong »»»

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BBC 4h

Guthrie suspect believed to have visited home before she went missing

The suspect in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie appears to have been at her front door prior to the night she went missing, a law enforcement source has told the BBC's US partner CBS News. The 84-year-old mother of NBC News anchor Savannah Guthrie was reported missing on 1 February, having disapp»»»

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UPI 5h

Ex-British ambassador to United States Peter Mandelson freed by police - UPI.com

Fomer British Ambassador to the U.S. Peter Mandelson was allowed home on bail early Tuesday after being questioned at a London police station for nine hours amid an investigation into misconduct in public office allegations related to his ties with Jeffrey Epstein. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | L»»»

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24 News Agency 5h

Kyrgyzstan aims to eliminate electricity shortage by 2028 - | 24.KG

Kyrgyzstan plans to fully cover its electricity deficit by 2028. Energy Minister Taalaibek Ibraev announced at a meeting of the Committee on Industrial Policy, Transport, Fuel and Energy Complex, Architecture and Construction of the Zhogorku Kenesh. According to the minister, the country currently »»»

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24 News Agency 5h

Border with Tajikistan: Relocation of residents completed in Batken region - | 24.KG

All relocation activities planned following the delimitation of the state border between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan and the exchange of certain border territories were completed at the end of 2025. As the Office of Presidential Plenipotentiary Representative in Batken region reported to 24.kg news a»»»

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Gulf News 5h

Free Ramadan nights return to Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization with ‘Ramadan Lamma’

Sharjah: The Sharjah Museums Authority (SMA) has announced the launch of the third edition of “Ramadan Lamma” at the Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization, offering visitors a family-friendly cultural experience throughout the Holy Month, with free entry for all. Scheduled to run from February 26 »»»

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France24 5h

The Observers - 'They look like a toy': Ukrainian civilians under threat from ‘petal mines’

PFM-1 anti-personnel mines have become a weapon of choice in the war in Ukraine. Also known as "petal mines", these mines are used by both sides, and can be scattered by rockets, bombs, and, increasingly, drones. Designed to cause injury rather than kill outright, they are, however, particularly da»»»

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Gulf News 6h

Amal Alrashedi Lawyers & Legal Consultants welcomes two renowned legal experts

Dubai: Amal Alrashedi Lawyers & Legal ConsultantsPerfect has announced the appointment of Dr Hassan Elhais as Legal Consultant, marking a significant expansion of the firm’s legal expertise and strengthening its international standing. Dr Elhais brings nearly two decades of distinguished legal expe»»»

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BNE 6h

US expands B-21 Raider stealth bomber production by 25% with $4.5bn deal

The US Department of the Air Force and Northrop Grumman Corp. have agreed to expand production capacity for the B-21 Raider stealth bomber by 25%, using $4.5bn in funding already authorised under fiscal year 2025 reconciliation legislation, the Department of the Air Force announced on February 23. »»»

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BNE 6h

Iran to phase out old rial by 2030 in four-zero redenomination

Iran's central bank (CBI) has moved the country's long-delayed currency redenomination into its preliminary operational phase, with the old rial set to be fully withdrawn from circulation by 2030.  Until redenominatio»»»

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BNE 6h

Hungary to block latest sanctions package against Russia and financial aid to Ukraine

Hungary accuses Brussels of "colluding with Kyiv" to threaten the energy supplies of Hungary and Slovakia, Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto said after an EU foreign ministers’ meeting on February 24. At the meeting in»»»

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BNE 6h

Slovak PM Fico asks state SEPS company to cut emergency electricity supplies to Ukraine

Prime Minister Robert Fico has asked the Slovak state Electricity Transmission System company (SEPS) to cut emergency electricity supplies to Ukraine in response to the halted oil flow via the Russian Druzhba pipeline. The»»»

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BNE 6h

Slovak PM Fico asks state SEPS company to cut emergency electricity supplies to Ukraine

Prime Minister Robert Fico has asked the Slovak state Electricity Transmission System company (SEPS) to cut emergency electricity supplies to Ukraine in response to the halted oil flow via the Russian Druzhba pipeline. The»»»

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BNE 6h

Romania prepares for record absorption of Resilience Facility money in 2026

Romania is gearing up for what could be a record year in the absorption and spending of EU Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF) funds, as the government races to meet ambitious targets agreed with the European Commission. »»»

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