Tech 24 - Trump announces AI chatbot ban while Pentagon uses it to prepare Iran attacks
In the hours leading up to the US attack on Iran, Donald Trump announced that technology company Anthropic would be banned from all work with the federal government. At the same time, Anthropic's artificial intelligence chatbot Claude was reportedly being used by the Pentagon to prepare the attack.»»»
Suspected smuggler arrested driving migrants away from border region
Authorities at the northeastern land border with Turkey have arrested a suspected member of a migrant-smuggling group carrying four people in a small van towards Greece’s western hinterland, police said Monday. Such arrests are made practically on a daily basis on the Greek side of the Evros river,»»»
Euro Transition Process Completed, 89% of Leva Withdrawn from Market - Euro Coordination Centre Head
The euro transition process in Bulgaria has ended, and only its technical part remains as 89% of leva have been withdrawn from the market, leaving around BGN 3.4 billion in citizens, Coordination Centre on Euro Adoption head Vladimir Ivanov told a briefing here on Monday. Between 8 and 11% of leva »»»
UAE arrests 35 for posts related to Iran’s aggression: Who are they and what did they do?
Dubai: In sweeping actions announced over the weekend, the UAE's Attorney-General ordered the arrest of 35 people from nine countries for sharing videos and images related to the ongoing Iranian aggression on the UAE on social media. The arrests, announced on Saturday and Sunday, were made for publ»»»
The 7th Libya International Food Exhibition will take place at the Tripoli International Fairgrounds from 29 March to 1 April
SZ-16/03/26 The 7th Libya International Food Exhibition (”Libya Food 7”) will take place at the Tripoli International Fairgrounds from 29 March to 1 April, organized by the International Exhibition and Conference Management Company.»»»
Bulgaria’s Elections Poised for High Turnout: Six Parties Likely to Enter Parliament, Survey Shows
A recent survey by the Sova Harris Agency, conducted between March 7 and 12, 2026 and commissioned by Bulgarian media Trud, indicates a potential surge in voter turnout for Bulgaria’s upcoming parliamentary elections, reversing the downward trend seen in previous years. If the vote were held today,»»»
Israeli soldiers kill family of four, including two children, in occupied West Bank
Israeli soldiers killed two children along with their mother and father on Sunday after they opened fire on a car carrying a family of six in the occupied West Bank. One of their two surviving children, 12-year-old Khaled, said the soldiers beat him after dragging him out of the car afterwards. Isr»»»
Iran war fuels S. Korean tanker bet as shipping heir’s strategy pays off - UPI.com
The homepage of South Korean shipping company Sinokor Merchant Marine (Janggeum Shipping) is shown in this screenshot. Captured by Asia Today from Sinokor website March 16 (Asia Today) -- A bold bet by a South Korean shipping heir on ultra-large oil tankers is paying off handsomely as the war invol»»»
AX Premium Properties secures Rank 1 Award from Reportage Developer
AX Premium Properties has announced another major milestone in its real estate journey after securing the Rank 1 Award from Reportage Developer for the second consecutive year, reinforcing its position as one of the market’s top-performing real estate firms in Dubai. This recognition reflects the c»»»
Eid Al Fitr 2026: Dubai RTA announces free parking, metro, tram and public transport timings
The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced revised schedules for all its services during Eid Al Fitr from Thursday, 19 March, to Saturday, 21 March. The updates cover public parking, Customer Happiness Centres, Metro and Tram, buses, marine transport, and service provider centres (»»»
Israel announces 'limited and targeted ground operations' in Lebanon - UPI.com
Israeli forces operating in southern Lebanon found dozens of rockets at a Hezbollah site in southern Lebanon, the Israel Defense Forces said Monday. Photo courtesy of Israel Defense Forces/X March 16 (UPI) -- The Israeli military announced Monday that soldiers were conducting "limited and targeted »»»
VIDEO: Drone hits Dubai International Airport
A drone strike hit Dubai International Airport on the morning of March 16, while one person was confirmed to be killed in a separate missile strike on Abu Dhabi. »»»
VIDEO: Drone hits Dubai International Airport
A drone strike hit Dubai International Airport on the morning of March 16, while one person was confirmed to be killed in a separate missile strike on Abu Dhabi. »»»
Lebanon condemns Hezbollah over UNIFIL attacks as Israel expands ground incursion
Lebanon's foreign ministry condemned Hezbollah on March 16 for allegedly opening fire on UNIFIL peacekeepers in three separate incidents, while Israel positions itself for large-scale ground operations in southern Lebanon. »»»
VIDEO: Drone hits Dubai International Airport
A drone strike hit Dubai International Airport on the morning of March 16, while one person was confirmed to be killed in a separate missile strike on Abu Dhabi. »»»
Lebanon condemns Hezbollah over UNIFIL attacks as Israel expands ground incursion
Lebanon's foreign ministry condemned Hezbollah on March 16 for allegedly opening fire on UNIFIL peacekeepers in three separate incidents, while Israel positions itself for large-scale ground operations in southern Lebanon. »»»
S. Korean currency slips to fresh 17-yr low against U.S. dollar amid Iran crisis - UPI.com
This photo, taken Monday, shows the trading room of Hana Bank in central Seoul as the South Korean won fell to a 17-year low against the U.S. dollar amid heightened tensions in the Middle East. Photo by Yonhap The South Korean currency fell to a 17-year low against the U.S. dollar Monday as global »»»
5 Ramadan markets and Iftars to visit in Dubai before Eid al-Fitr
Dubai: With only about five days left until Eid al-Fitr, the clock is ticking on some of Dubai's best Ramadan experiences. Whether you are after a proper iftar spread, a lively night market, or a relaxed family evening out, here is where to head before the Holy Month wraps up. 1. Festival BayThe Ra»»»
Lee congratulates Netflix's 'KPop Demon Hunters' on winning Academy Awards - UPI.com
Michelle L.M. Wang, Chris Appelhans, and Maggie King celebrate after winning Best Animated Feature for "Kpop Demon Hunters" during the 98th annual Academy Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo President Lee Jae Myung congratulated Netflix's "KPop Demon Hunters" o»»»
Apartment transactions down 18.6% in Bucharest in first two months of 2026
These figures follow a 2025 in which the total transaction volume in the Bucharest–Ilfov metropolitan area had already dropped 8.5% compared to 2024, to 55,297 units, while prices for new units rose by approximately 20%, reaching an average of €2,500/sqm. “What we are seeing in the market now is th»»»
Oil prices surge amid escalating Middle East conflict
New York, March 16 (SANA) Oil prices continued to climb Sunday as markets reacted to the escalating conflict in the Middle East, with further gains expected when trading resumes Monday. Brent crude and U.S. West Texas Intermediate futures have risen more than 40% since the start of the conflict on »»»
Buzz, Unease as UK Crowds Watch US Bombers Head to War
Hidden behind a tall hedgerow in the English countryside, Charlie Cumming stood at the fence of an air force base, camera raised towards a US B-1 Lancer bomber parked nearby. He was one of hundreds of curious onlookers who flocked to the airfield at RAF Fairford in the southwestern county of Glouce»»»
Govt reviews targeted investments under 2026/2027 economic, social development plan
CAIRO, March 12 (MENA) – Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly said the State attaches great importance to economic and social development projects, foremost among them the presidential initiative “Hayah Karima” (Decent Life) projects as well as health and educational projects as government investment pl»»»
AI is already answering your bank and telecom queries in the UAE
Dubai: Artificial intelligence is already playing a major role in how customers interact with banks, telecom providers and airlines in the UAE, often operating quietly behind the scenes while human agents step in only when necessary. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Ind»»»
North Korea hackers used KakaoTalk in spear-phishing campaign, report says - UPI.com
North Korea-linked hackers used the popular South Korean messaging platform KakaoTalk to spread malware and steal sensitive information, according to a cybersecurity report released Monday. File Photo by Stephen Shaver/UPI | License Photo SEOUL, March 16 (UPI) -- North Korea-linked hackers carried »»»
Satellites show extent of Iranian precision strikes
The Trump administration restricted access to real time commercial satellite images of the Middle East after images showed the effectiveness and extent of the damage Iranian powerful precision missile strikes have done »»»
Satellites show extent of Iranian precision strikes
The Trump administration restricted access to real time commercial satellite images of the Middle East after images showed the effectiveness and extent of the damage Iranian powerful precision missile strikes have done »»»
Satellites show extent of Iranian precision strikes
The Trump administration restricted access to real time commercial satellite images of the Middle East after images showed the effectiveness and extent of the damage Iranian powerful precision missile strikes have done »»»
Satellites show extent of Iranian precision strikes
The Trump administration restricted access to real time commercial satellite images of the Middle East after images showed the effectiveness and extent of the damage Iranian powerful precision missile strikes have done »»»
Satellites show extent of Iranian precision strikes
The Trump administration restricted access to real time commercial satellite images of the Middle East after images showed the effectiveness and extent of the damage Iranian powerful precision missile strikes have done »»»
Satellites show extent of Iranian precision strikes
The Trump administration restricted access to real time commercial satellite images of the Middle East after images showed the effectiveness and extent of the damage Iranian powerful precision missile strikes have done »»»
Satellites show extent of Iranian precision strikes
The Trump administration restricted access to real time commercial satellite images of the Middle East after images showed the effectiveness and extent of the damage Iranian powerful precision missile strikes have done »»»
Satellites show extent of Iranian precision strikes
The Trump administration restricted access to real time commercial satellite images of the Middle East after images showed the effectiveness and extent of the damage Iranian powerful precision missile strikes have done »»»
Satellites show extent of Iranian precision strikes
The Trump administration restricted access to real time commercial satellite images of the Middle East after images showed the effectiveness and extent of the damage Iranian powerful precision missile strikes have done »»»
Exit polls say Kazakhstan has approved new constitution
Exit polls at Kazakhstan’s national referendum to approve a new constitution on March 15 showed that around 87% of voters vote ‘yes’. Turnout for the Sunday vote was around 73%, the Central Election Commission said. »»»
Experts urge caution on Trump call for Hormuz deployment - UPI.com
The Dae Jo Yeong, a 4,400-ton South Korean destroyer, departs a naval base for the Gulf of Aden; in Busan, South Korea. File. Photo YONHAP / EPA March 15 (Asia Today) -- South Korean experts said Sunday that any response to U.S. President Donald Trump's call for allied naval deployments to the Stra»»»
GASTAT: Saudi Consumer Inflation Eased to 1.7% in February
Saudi Arabia’s annual inflation rate edged down to 1.7 percent in February, the lowest level since January 2025, according to data from the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT). The consumer price index eased from 1.8 percent in January to 1.7 percent, GASTAT said Sunday. The data further show»»»
Families encouraged to create calm environment to support mental well-being
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Interior (MoI) has called on the public to maintain psychological balance and deal calmly with current developments, emphasising the importance of following supportive mental health practices to navigate such circumstances with reassurance and stability. In a video mess»»»
Kahramaa urges drivers to avoid parking near transmission and distribution stations
Doha, Qatar: The Qatar General Electricity and Water Corporation (Kahramaa) has issued a clear and urgent appeal to all motorists, reminding them not to stop or park vehicles in front of electricity transmission and distribution stations across the country. In an official advisory posted on its soc»»»
Weather expected overall warm with scattered rain
The weather will begin to break up Monday, with cloud cover gradually building up and scattered rain mostly in the west, while winds will pick up and temperatures will remain warm for the time of year. In the Greater Athens region, the temperature will range from 5 to 17 degrees Celsius, and from 4»»»
Dubai gold prices slip to monthly low amid global market swings
Dubai: Gold prices in Dubai slipped to their lowest level this month on Monday morning, giving buyers a brief window of relief after several weeks of elevated prices driven by global market turmoil. (Check latest UAE gold prices here, alongside prices in Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, »»»
Japan weighs options to protect vessels in Strait of Hormuz
Sanae Takaichi, Japan’s prime minister, said on March 16 that the government is considering measures within its legal constraints to ensure the safety of Japanese-linked vessels and their crews in the Middle East amid the conflict between the US, Israel and Iran, Kyodo News reports. »»»
Japan ruling party urges caution over possible Middle East deployment
A senior figure in Japan’s ruling party has called for caution over any decision to deploy the Japan Self-Defense Forces to the conflict-hit Middle East to escort vessels and ensure safe passage, according to Kyodo News. T»»»
On This Day, March 16: Congress establishes West Point - UPI.com
On March 16, 1802, the U.S. Congress authorized the establishment of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, N.Y. 1 of 5 | President George W. Bush watches the graduates throw up their hats at Michie Stadium for the 2006 Graduation Ceremony of the U.S. Military Academy in West Point, N.Y., on May »»»
One-Bedroom or Two-Bedroom Apartment: Which Is More Liquid on the Market in 2026
In 2026 the Bulgarian residential market is shaped less by size and more by adaptability. Buyers increasingly evaluate how easily a property can later be sold or rented, not just whether it fits their two-bedroom apartmentcurrent lifestyle. That is why the classic dilemma — one-bedroom apartment or»»»
Fidesz and Tisza flex muscles, mobilise hundreds of thousands in last big rallies before election
Hungary’s two leading political blocs, Fidesz and the Tisza Party, held mass rallies on March 15 in a prominent display of power, widely seen as a measure of their capacity to rally voters ahead of the April 12 elections. Prime Minister Viktor Orban vowed to keep Hungary "an island of security and »»»
Bahrain Starts to Cut Production at World’s Largest Aluminium Smelter
Aluminium Bahrain, known as Alba, said on Sunday it had initiated a shutdown of three aluminium smelting lines accounting for 19% of its capacity to preserve business continuity amid ongoing disruption in the Strait of Hormuz. The closures are the latest impact on the Middle East aluminium sector, »»»
US Marines Sent to Middle East, Join 2-Week-Old War in Iran
By Thomas Gibbons-Neff and Eric Schmitt The deployment of about 2,500 Marines to the Middle East represents a new phase in the two-week-old war in Iran, as Iranian forces increase their attacks on the Strait of Hormuz. The unit, officially known as the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, according to t»»»
Soccer violence probe reveals large cash stash
An investigation into a street brawl between Athens soccer hooligans has brought to light €302,000 in cash stashed in the home of one of the suspects, police said. A police statement said the money was confiscated, together with handgun ammunition. It gave no indication of its possible provenance, »»»