UPI 9m

Watch: Wandering horse rescued from Ohio resident's backyard pool - UPI.com

Feb. 19 (UPI) -- Firefighters and animal rescuers teamed up in Ohio to rescue a horse that wandered away from its pasture and ended up stranded in a neighbor's backyard swimming pool. Melissa Freeman Starkey said on social media that she was alerted Wednesday morning to the fact that there was a ho»»»

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Novinite 43m

US C-130 Hercules Lands in Bulgaria as American Military Aircraft Gather at Sofia Airport

A U.S. C-130 Hercules military transport aircraft arrived in Sofia from the NATO air base in Ramstein, according to information published by “BulFoto.” The C-130 is a four-engine turboprop aircraft widely used in NATO transport and tactical operations around the world. Produced by Lockheed Martin, »»»

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Novinite 49m

Digital Euro Seen as Complementary Form of Money, Not a Replacement

The digital euro should be understood as an additional form of money rather than a replacement for existing payment methods, according to Senior Assistant Professor Dr. Atanas Kamelarov from the University of Economics in Varna. He noted that even if the digital euro is introduced, most people are »»»

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Naharnet 59m

Pro-Berri candidate nominates himself for 'District 16'

In a step reflecting a possible new escalation related to the electoral clash, Speaker Nabih Berri has decided to push Abbas Fawaz, the ex-head of the World Lebanese Cultural Union, to nominate himself for the newly-introduced and controversial 16th electoral district in the upcoming parliamentary »»»

Gulf News 1h

UAE traffic: Friday evening gridlock builds across Dubai and Sharjah ahead of iftar

Friday evening traffic is intensifying across the UAE, with major roads in Dubai and Sharjah reporting slow-moving queues as motorists head home before Iftar at around 6:19pm. Also Read: Dubai's RTA issues Ramadan driving alert for taxi and delivery driversThe hour leading up to sunset is typically»»»

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BNE 1h

EU calls emergency meeting after Hungary and Slovakia halt diesel supplies to Ukraine amid Druzhba pipeline dispute

The European Commission has convened an extraordinary meeting of its Oil Coordination Group for February 25, following a halt in diesel deliveries from Hungary and Slovakia to Ukraine and threats that they could cut off electricity and gas supplies if repairs to the Druzhba pipeline are not complet»»»

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BNE 1h

Central Europe's new convergence challenge

Poland aims to catch up with the United Kingdom in GDP per capita adjusted for price levels within five to six years, Finance and Economy Minister Andrzej Domański said this week, setting out one of the most ambitious convergence targets yet voiced by a Central European government. »»»

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BNE 1h

Central Europe's new convergence challenge

Poland aims to catch up with the United Kingdom in GDP per capita adjusted for price levels within five to six years, Finance and Economy Minister Andrzej Domański said this week, setting out one of the most ambitious convergence targets yet voiced by a Central European government. »»»

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BNE 1h

Trump praises Czech Foreign Minister Macinka for attacks on EU and US liberals

US President Donald Trump praised the Czech Minister of Foreign Affairs and the leader of the anti-green and Eurosceptic Motorists for Themselves party Petr Macinka following Macinka’s participation at a debate at the Munich Security Conference where he provoked clashes with Hillary Clinton and his»»»

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BNE 1h

EU calls emergency meeting after Hungary and Slovakia halt diesel supplies to Ukraine amid Druzhba pipeline dispute

The European Commission has convened an extraordinary meeting of its Oil Coordination Group for February 25, following a halt in diesel deliveries from Hungary and Slovakia to Ukraine and threats that they could cut off electricity and gas supplies if repairs to the Druzhba pipeline are not complet»»»

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BNE 1h

Central Europe's new convergence challenge

Poland aims to catch up with the United Kingdom in GDP per capita adjusted for price levels within five to six years, Finance and Economy Minister Andrzej Domański said this week, setting out one of the most ambitious convergence targets yet voiced by a Central European government. »»»

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BNE 1h

Central Europe's new convergence challenge

Poland aims to catch up with the United Kingdom in GDP per capita adjusted for price levels within five to six years, Finance and Economy Minister Andrzej Domański said this week, setting out one of the most ambitious convergence targets yet voiced by a Central European government. »»»

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BNE 1h

Central Europe's new convergence challenge

Poland aims to catch up with the United Kingdom in GDP per capita adjusted for price levels within five to six years, Finance and Economy Minister Andrzej Domański said this week, setting out one of the most ambitious convergence targets yet voiced by a Central European government. »»»

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BNE 1h

Central Europe's new convergence challenge

Poland aims to catch up with the United Kingdom in GDP per capita adjusted for price levels within five to six years, Finance and Economy Minister Andrzej Domański said this week, setting out one of the most ambitious convergence targets yet voiced by a Central European government. »»»

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BNE 1h

Central Europe's new convergence challenge

Poland aims to catch up with the United Kingdom in GDP per capita adjusted for price levels within five to six years, Finance and Economy Minister Andrzej Domański said this week, setting out one of the most ambitious convergence targets yet voiced by a Central European government. »»»

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BNE 1h

Central Europe's new convergence challenge

Poland aims to catch up with the United Kingdom in GDP per capita adjusted for price levels within five to six years, Finance and Economy Minister Andrzej Domański said this week, setting out one of the most ambitious convergence targets yet voiced by a Central European government. »»»

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BNE 1h

Russian IPOs could tip over $1bn in 2026

Up to 20 Russian companies may carry out IPOs in 2026 with total proceeds of RUB50bn-100bn ($550mn-1.1bn), a five-fold increase in deal count as compared to 2025, according to RBC business portal citing a forecast by Expert RA agency.  »»»

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BNE 1h

Nationalisation hits 10% of Russian billionaires

Thirty of 311 Russian billionaires on the Forbes list, or 9%, faced nationalisation, attempted nationalisation or forced asset sales on non-market terms between 2014 and 2025, according to The Bell, citing research by the Cedar analytical centre. »»»

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BNE 1h

Trump praises Czech Foreign Minister Macinka for attacks on EU and US liberals

US President Donald Trump praised the Czech Minister of Foreign Affairs and the leader of the anti-green and Eurosceptic Motorists for Themselves party Petr Macinka following Macinka’s participation at a debate at the Munich Security Conference where he provoked clashes with Hillary Clinton and his»»»

intellinews.com
BNE 1h

Central Europe's new convergence challenge

Poland aims to catch up with the United Kingdom in GDP per capita adjusted for price levels within five to six years, Finance and Economy Minister Andrzej Domański said this week, setting out one of the most ambitious convergence targets yet voiced by a Central European government. »»»

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UPI 1h

British police continue search of ex-Prince Andrew's former residence - UPI.com

View of Royal Lodge, ex-Prince Andrew's residence in Windsor Great Park, where officers from Thames Valley Police were continuing to search Friday for evidence in an investigation into alleged misconduct in public office by King Charles' younger brother. Photo by Tolga Akman/EPA Feb. 20 (UPI) -- Br»»»

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BNE 1h

EU calls emergency meeting after Hungary and Slovakia halt diesel supplies to Ukraine amid Druzhba pipeline dispute

The European Commission has convened an extraordinary meeting of its Oil Coordination Group for February 25, following a halt in diesel deliveries from Hungary and Slovakia to Ukraine and threats that they could cut off electricity and gas supplies if repairs to the Druzhba pipeline are not complet»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Kuwait plans freelance visa to curb residency trade and reform labour market

Dubai: Kuwait is moving towards introducing a regulated freelance visa, as part of an effort to overhaul its labour market and curb the long-standing trade in residency permits. Also Read: New residency fees and conditions set for expat families in KuwaitThe proposal, announced by First Deputy Prim»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Rolling road closures across Al Ain as UAE Tour heads from museum to Jabal Hafeet

Dubai: A number of key roads across Al Ain will face rolling closures on Saturday, February 21, as the UAE Tour men’s cycling event passes through the city from Al Ain Museum to Jabal Hafeet, with authorities urging motorists to plan ahead and allow extra travel time. Abu Dhabi Mobility said the te»»»

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RT 2h

Trump wants Russia and China on ‘Board of Peace’

US President Donald Trump has said he would “love” to see Russia and China join his ‘Board of Peace’, established to guide the stabilization of Gaza following the Israel-Hamas war. Moscow earlier signaled that it was contemplating the idea, while China has declined, citing commitments to the UN. Sp»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Ramadan in Al Ain: 30 days of heritage, markets and family events

Al Ain: The city of Al Ain is experiencing a vibrant Ramadan season this year, with a wide-ranging programme of cultural, heritage and community events designed to bring families and visitors together in a unique atmosphere that blends tradition with modern experiences. The Department of Culture an»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Deerfields Mall brings the spirit of Ramadan to life with the Ramadan Nights Festival

Abu Dhabi: Deerfields Mall, the capital’s premier community shopping destination, invites families and friends to come together for its much-anticipated Ramadan Nights Festival, taking place from 19 February to 22 March. In collaboration with Jetour - Elite Group Holding LTD, the mall is celebratin»»»

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Tanjug 3h

Red Star Belgrade beat Lille 1-0 away in first leg of UEFA Europa League play-offs

LILLE - Serbian football champions Red Star Belgrade defeated French side Lille 1-0 away in the first leg of the UEFA Europa League Round of 16 play-offs on Thursday evening. One minute into first-half injury time, Franklin Tebo Uchenna netted the winner from close range after a Nair Tiknizyan corn»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 3h

Two More Cabinet Members Must Go, TISP Says

"Tzitzelkov has fallen, and it is Yankulov's turn," There Is Such a People (TISP) Deputy Floor Leader Stanislav Balabanov told journalists in Parliament's lobby on Friday. He was referring to the resignation earlier in the day of Stoil Tzitzelkov as carertaker deputy prime minister. Andrey Yankulov»»»

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24 News Agency 3h

Head of Cabinet shown solar energy projects in Issyk-Kul region - | 24.KG

Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan Adylbek Kasymaliev paid a working visit to Issyk-Kul region, where he reviewed the progress of several major renewable energy projects. In the village of Toru-Aigyr in Issyk-Kul district, he examined the construction of a solar power plant being im»»»

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Naharnet 3h

Trump 'Board of Peace' opens with money and troops for Gaza

U.S. President Donald Trump promised $10 billion and Muslim-majority nations offered funding and troops for Gaza as he inaugurated his "Board of Peace," a new institution whose ultimate mission has drawn questions. Trump brought together allies from around the world -- many authoritarians, with few»»»

Business-review 3h

SVN Romania adds to its portfolio the most exclusive residential project in northern Bucharest

Allegra will be one of the most exclusive real estate projects on the local market, bringing together only seven apartments in a boutique residential building structured on four levels. Each residence will have a total area of at least 150 square meters and will consist of three bedrooms, three or »»»

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Business-review 3h

MOL Group announces a profit before tax of USD 1.3 billion in 2025

MOL Group disclosed its financial results for the full year as well as the fourth quarter of 2025. A more challenging macroeconomic and price environment weighed on Upstream performance, while strong Downstream and Consumer Services results supported overall profitability. Profit before tax reached»»»

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Sana 4h

Oil prices rise on U.S.-Iran tensions

Singapore, Feb. 20 (SANA) Oil prices rose on Friday amid escalating concerns over a potential conflict between the United States and Iran and possible supply disruptions. Brent crude futures gained 25 cents, or 0.4%, to settle at $71.91 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude rose 31 cen»»»

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BNE 4h

US reportedly pushes Nato to scale back Kosovo operation and other foreign missions

The United States under President Donald Trump is pressing Nato to significantly reduce its foreign engagements, including scaling down the alliance’s long-running peacekeeping mission in Kosovo, Politico reported on February 19, citing statements from four diplomats. »»»

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BNE 4h

US reportedly pushes Nato to scale back Kosovo operation and other foreign missions

The United States under President Donald Trump is pressing Nato to significantly reduce its foreign engagements, including scaling down the alliance’s long-running peacekeeping mission in Kosovo, Politico reported on February 19, citing statements from four diplomats. »»»

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BNE 4h

Lithuanian-led defence tech startup secures €40mn to scale up

Onodrim Industries, a defence technology startup headquartered in Amsterdam and led by Lithuanian executive Aistis Simaitis, has raised €40mn in fresh investment to accelerate its growth, the company said in a press release.  »»»

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UPI 4h

Dems. tap Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger for State of the Union response - UPI.com

Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger, seen here campaigning in November 2025, is to give the Democrats' response next week to President Donald Trump's State of the Union address. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Feb. 20 (UPI) -- Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger has been tapped to give the »»»

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RT 4h

US general reveals make-up of Gaza peacekeeping force

Indonesia, Morocco, Kazakhstan, Kosovo and Albania are ready to deploy peacekeeping forces to Gaza, US Major-General Jasper Jeffers has said during the first ‘Board of Peace’ meeting in Washington on Thursday. The troops are to serve in the International Stabilization Force (ISF), while Egypt and J»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

Florida airport to be renamed after US President Donald Trump

Washington, United States: An airport in Florida will soon be renamed after US President Donald Trump, after a bill proposing the change was approved by the state's legislature on Thursday. Trump, a real estate mogul who has plastered his name on buildings around the world, has sought to leave his »»»

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Gulf News 4h

Kerala woman discovers surgical forceps inside her abdomen, 5 years after operation

Dubai: A shocking case of alleged medical negligence has emerged from Alappuzha after surgical forceps were discovered inside a woman’s abdomen five years after her operation at Alappuzha Medical College. The instrument was only detected recently when the patient, 51-year-old Usha Joseph, sought me»»»

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France24 4h

Heads roll in Europe over Epstein files while US justice declines to act

The arrest of Britain’s former prince Andrew underscored the stark contrast between Europe's response to the Epstein files and that of the United States, where only Ghislaine Maxwell is facing justice for her links to the convicted sex offender. Members of Congress from both parties have called for»»»

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24 News Agency 5h

Labor migration quota in Kyrgyzstan increased to 52,000 - | 24.KG

The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has approved a labor migration quota of 52,000 people for 2026. Arlen Aliyasov, head of the Department for Work with Foreign Citizens at the Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration of the Kyrgyz Republic, said. According to him, the quota was initial»»»

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The Peninsula 5h

Residential stock surpasses 404,600 units as nearly 1,975 homes delivered in H2 2025

DOHA: Qatar’s total residential stock reached 404,612 units by the end of second half (H2) of last year, including 255,959 apartments and 148,653 villas. An estimated 1,975 units were delivered during H2 2025. The notable completions included 799 homes in Yasmeen City Phase 1, 350 homes in La Plage»»»

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The Peninsula 5h

Real estate trading volume exceeds QR403m last week

Doha: The volume of real estate trading in sales contracts at the Department of Real Estate Registration at the Ministry of Justice during the period from Feb. 8-12, 2025 reached QR367,854,098. Meanwhile the total sales contracts for residential units in the Real Estate Bulletin for the same period»»»

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The Peninsula 5h

Qatar’s Industrial Production Index increases by 2% in December

DOHA: The National Planning Council (NPC) has released the new Monthly Industrial Production Index (IPI) of December 2025, calculated using 2018 as base year. The relatives of the four main industrial sectors were as follows: “Mining” (weight: 82.46 percent), “Manufacturing” (weight: 15.85 percent)»»»

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The Peninsula 5h

Brash sets pace as CHI Al Shaqab opens in style

DOHA: British rider Scott Brash topped the CSI5* 1.50m Faults & Time class as the 13th edition of CHI Al Shaqab Presented by Longines Doha 2026 began at Al Shaqab on Wednesday evening. The championship, the sixth leg of the Doha Equestrian Tour 2026, features 303 riders and 469 horses from 40 natio»»»

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The Peninsula 5h

Katara International Ramadan Open Chess tourney begins

Doha: The Katara International Ramadan Open Classical Chess Championship will begin today at Hall 15 of Katara Cultural Village, with 86 players set to compete in a nine-round Swiss format event. Organised by the Qatar Chess Association (QCA), the tournament will run until March 1. Each round will »»»

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The Peninsula 5h

Second phase of Women’s League gets underway

Doha: The second phase of the 2025-2026 Women’s Basketball League, overseen by the Qatar Basketball Federation, tips off on this evening, following a competitive first phase that showcased rising team standards and intensified rivalries. The opening round features two key matchups: Al Gharafa faces»»»

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Kathimerini 5h

Turkey detains 32 suspects in widening betting probe, prosecutor’s office says

Turkish authorities detained 32 suspects, including executives of football clubs, on Friday as part of a widening investigation into alleged match-fixing and illegal betting in the country’s professional leagues, the prosecutor’s office in ⁠Istanbul said. The prosecutor’s office ⁠said in a statemen»»»

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