Naharnet 4m

Israeli strikes kill at least five in Gaza

Israel's top court on Friday moved to allow international aid groups to keep operating in the Gaza Strip and other Palestinian territories as Israeli strikes killed at least five people across the war-torn enclave. The Supreme Court's order, which followed a petition from 17 aid groups, effectively»»»

Al Awsat 18m

Oil Prices Rise 3% as US and Iran Extend Talks into Next Week

Oil prices rose around 3% on Friday as traders remained on alert for potential supply disruptions after the United States and Iran extended nuclear talks. Brent crude futures advanced by $2.01, or 2.8%, to $72.76 a barrel by 1310 GMT while US West Texas Intermediate crude was up $2.11, or 3.2%, at »»»

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Novinite 39m

March Natural Gas Rates in Bulgaria See Minimal Rise Amid Lower Demand

The Energy and Water Regulatory Commission (EWRC) has set the price of natural gas for March 2026 at 32.60 euros per megawatt-hour, excluding access, transmission, excise, and VAT charges. This price applies to Bulgargaz EAD sales to end suppliers as well as licensed producers and transmitters of h»»»

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Kuna 1h

China lifts 100 pct tariffs on some Canadian imports to support trade ties

BEIJING, Feb 27 (KUNA) -- China announced the cancellation of 100 percent tariffs it had imposed on certain Canadian imports since March 2025, in a move aimed at promoting the sound, stable and sustainable development of bilateral economic and trade relations.In a statement on Friday, the Chinese M»»»

The Peninsula 1h

Prime Minister receives phone call from Turkish Foreign Minister

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

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The Peninsula 1h

Wathnan Racing's Dabida claims Al Wakra Cup

Doha: Wathnan Racing’s Dabida delivered an impressive performance to shed her maiden tag with victory in the Al Wakra Cup at Al Rayyan Racecourse on late Thursday evening. Contesting the feature event for four-year-old Purebred Arabian fillies over 2000m, the grey filly was expertly guided by Soufi»»»

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Business-review 1h

Three out of four Romanians monitor their spending, and 55% use banking apps for money management

Banking apps dominate the top money management solutions Digitization is already part of the daily routine for many Romanians. Over half of respondents (55%) say they use their bank’s mobile app to check transactions and automatically track expenses, making it their primary financial management too»»»

business-review.eu
Gulf News 1h

Tamil superstar's wife Vijay files for divorce, claims infidelity

Dubai: In a development that has stunned both the Tamil film industry and political circles, Tamilian superstar Vijay, founder and chief of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, is facing a divorce petition filed by his wife, Sangeeta Sornalingam. They have been married for 25 years. According to a report by I»»»

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Kathimerini 1h

Floodwaters recede slightly in Evros as area remains on alert

Authorities in the Evros region of northeastern Greece remained on high alert Friday after a week of extensive flooding, although water levels have begun to recede slightly, according to local reports. An estimated 500 cubic meters of water per second continue to flow into the area due to overflow »»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Garangao 2026: Venues to celebrate at

Doha, Qatar: Garangao is a cherished tradition celebrated across the Gulf region. In Qatar, it marks the midway point of the holy month of Ramadan. The day serves as a celebration and encouragement for children, rewarding them for fasting for half of the holy month of Ramadan. Dressed in vibrant tr»»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
Bulgarian News Agency 2h

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»»»

bta.bg
Gulf News 2h

Dubai RTA opens new bridge cutting travel time from 6 minutes to 1 minute at World Trade Centre Roundabout

Dubai: Commuters travelling along one of Dubai's busiest corridors have a reason to celebrate. The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has officially opened a major new bridge connecting Sheikh Zayed Road to Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Street, slashing journey times from six minutes to just one minute»»»

gulfnews.com
Libya Herald 3h

Tripoli Chamber of Commerce meeting makes five demands to decision-makers to alleviate economic crisis – threatens peaceful demonstrations and sit-ins

An expanded meeting was held yesterday at the Tripoli Chamber of Commerce’s Tripoli headquarters to discuss the repercussions of monetary policies and the recent economic changes in the country. The meeting included several chamber members, representatives from Zawia Chamber of Commerce, the Libyan»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 3h

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»»»

bta.bg
Business-review 3h

PE fund Advent International completes acquisition of tbi bank

The transaction, initially announced in April 2025, was finalized today after the European Central Bank (ECB) granted regulatory approval in mid-February 2026. “Closing the deal marks an important milestone not only for our organization, but also for the banking sector in the SEE region. Advent’s g»»»

business-review.eu
Kathimerini 3h

17-year-old found stabbed to death in Loutraki

A 17-year-old boy was found stabbed to death in his home in Loutraki, near Corinth, early Friday, authorities said. His 19-year-old brother discovered him and took him to the Corinth General Hospital, where the younger sibling was pronounced dead. The older brother, who sustained a knife wound to t»»»

ekathimerini.com
Warsaw Business Journal 3h

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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Warsaw Business Journal 3h

Esencja and jaskółcza – prime investment apartments in the heart of Gdańsk

In Dolne Miasto, one of Gdańsk’s most desirable historic districts, Esencja and Jaskółcza introduce premium investment apartments that combine modern design, strong investment potential, and proximity to the Old Town. Both projects offer exclusive investment apartments designed for discerning buyer»»»

wbj.pl
UPI 3h

Simple blood tests can predict Alzheimer's onset, researchers say - UPI.com

Alzheimer's disease researchers say they have developed a way to predict when a unimpaired person may develop dementia symptoms within three to four years through a single blood test. File Photo by EPA ST. PAUL, Minin., Feb. 27 (UPI) -- A team of U.S.-based scientists say they have developed a mode»»»

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Gulf News 4h

TCL reinforces performance-driven home entertainment with QD-Mini LED innovation in UAE

Dubai: TCL, a global leader in consumer electronics and the world’s No. 1 Mini LED TV brand, as the official Worldwide Olympic Partner, is continuing its efforts to advance performance-driven home entertainment across the UAE, reinforcing how large-screen innovation must go beyond size to deliver t»»»

gulfnews.com
24 News Agency 4h

Sadyr Japarov: Toktogul HPP will operate for 50–60 years after reconstruction - | 24.KG

At a republican meeting, President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov discussed the current situation in the energy sector. He noted that construction of Kambar-Ata-1 Hydropower Plant (HPP) with a capacity of 1,860 megawatts is underway. «Once this hydropower plant is commissioned, becoming the largest en»»»

24.kg
BNE 4h

Global deforestation slows but losses persist in South America and Africa - OWID

In the past, forests around the world were cut down on a massive scale. We lost some of the world’s richest ecosystems, Our World in Data  (OWID) reports. In recent decades, the picture has become more complex. D»»»

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BNE 4h

Global deforestation slows but losses persist in South America and Africa - OWID

In the past, forests around the world were cut down on a massive scale. We lost some of the world’s richest ecosystems, Our World in Data  (OWID) reports. In recent decades, the picture has become more complex. D»»»

intellinews.com
BNE 4h

Global deforestation slows but losses persist in South America and Africa - OWID

In the past, forests around the world were cut down on a massive scale. We lost some of the world’s richest ecosystems, Our World in Data  (OWID) reports. In recent decades, the picture has become more complex. D»»»

intellinews.com
BNE 4h

Global deforestation slows but losses persist in South America and Africa - OWID

In the past, forests around the world were cut down on a massive scale. We lost some of the world’s richest ecosystems, Our World in Data  (OWID) reports. In recent decades, the picture has become more complex. D»»»

intellinews.com
BNE 4h

Global deforestation slows but losses persist in South America and Africa - OWID

In the past, forests around the world were cut down on a massive scale. We lost some of the world’s richest ecosystems, Our World in Data  (OWID) reports. In recent decades, the picture has become more complex. D»»»

intellinews.com
UPI 4h

DOJ sues to obtain voter rolls from another 5 states - UPI.com

Attorney General Pam Bondi on Thursday sued five additional states to force their turnover of their unredacted voter registration lists. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Feb. 27 (UPI) -- The Justice Department has sued another five states, including three led by Republicans, for their unred»»»

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UPI 4h

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»»»

upi.com
Gulf News 5h

Parkonic launches pre-booked parking at City Walk Boulevard, Dh60/hour for overstays

Dubai: Parkonic has announced that VIP parking at City Walk Boulevard (Buildings 9 & 10, 13 & 14) is now available by pre-booking only. The service allows users to reserve designated basement parking slots in advance through the PARKONIC App for a selected duration. Also Read: Dubai’s Parkonic roll»»»

gulfnews.com
24 News Agency 5h

Drone helps detain foreigner with 1 kg of synthetic drugs in Osh - | 24.KG

Officers from the State Service on Drug Control of the Ministry of Internal Affairs seized over a kilogram of synthetic drugs during a special operation using a drone in Osh. The agency’s office for Osh region reported. According to police, L.Ya.D., a citizen of a neighboring country, 26, was detai»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 5h

President Iotova Meets with Bulgarian Swimming Federation President Avramchev, European Aquatics President Silva

Bulgaria's President Iliana Iotova has held a working meeting with Bulgarian Swimming Federation President Georgi Avramchev and European Aquatics President Antonio Jose Silva. Avramchev and Silva briefed Iotova on the programme and objectives of an upcoming international swimming seminar organized »»»

bta.bg
Kathimerini 5h

Young monk seal safely returned to sea after surprise appearance on roadside

Residents of Arkitsa were surprised Thursday to find a young seal stranded on a road in the coastal town in central Greece, prompting a swift response to guide the marine mammal back to the sea. With guidance from MOm – the Hellenic Society for the Study and Protection of the Monk Seal – and the im»»»

ekathimerini.com
BNE 5h

Afghan Taliban leader killed in Pakistan airstrikes, unverified social media posts claim

Hibatullah Akhundzada, the supreme leader of Afghanistan’s Taliban administration, was killed along with senior commanders in alleged Pakistani airstrikes targeting sites in Kabul, unverified claims circulating on social media said on February 27. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 5h

Afghan Taliban leader killed in Pakistan airstrikes, unverified social media posts claim

Hibatullah Akhundzada, the supreme leader of Afghanistan’s Taliban administration, was killed along with senior commanders in alleged Pakistani airstrikes targeting sites in Kabul, unverified claims circulating on social media said on February 27. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 5h

Afghan Taliban leader killed in Pakistan airstrikes, unverified social media posts claim

Hibatullah Akhundzada, the supreme leader of Afghanistan’s Taliban administration, was killed along with senior commanders in alleged Pakistani airstrikes targeting sites in Kabul, unverified claims circulating on social media said on February 27. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 5h

Watchdog warns EU climate policy risks capture by corporate lobbying

Europe’s climate agenda risks becoming a “lobbyists’ playground” as industry groups are capturing control over changes to the EU’s green legislation, according to a watchdog report cited by Euronews on February 25. The rep»»»

intellinews.com
BNE 5h

Watchdog warns EU climate policy risks capture by corporate lobbying

Europe’s climate agenda risks becoming a “lobbyists’ playground” as industry groups are capturing control over changes to the EU’s green legislation, according to a watchdog report cited by Euronews on February 25. The rep»»»

intellinews.com
BNE 5h

Watchdog warns EU climate policy risks capture by corporate lobbying

Europe’s climate agenda risks becoming a “lobbyists’ playground” as industry groups are capturing control over changes to the EU’s green legislation, according to a watchdog report cited by Euronews on February 25. The rep»»»

intellinews.com
BNE 5h

Watchdog warns EU climate policy risks capture by corporate lobbying

Europe’s climate agenda risks becoming a “lobbyists’ playground” as industry groups are capturing control over changes to the EU’s green legislation, according to a watchdog report cited by Euronews on February 25. The rep»»»

intellinews.com
BNE 5h

Watchdog warns EU climate policy risks capture by corporate lobbying

Europe’s climate agenda risks becoming a “lobbyists’ playground” as industry groups are capturing control over changes to the EU’s green legislation, according to a watchdog report cited by Euronews on February 25. The rep»»»

intellinews.com
BNE 5h

Watchdog warns EU climate policy risks capture by corporate lobbying

Europe’s climate agenda risks becoming a “lobbyists’ playground” as industry groups are capturing control over changes to the EU’s green legislation, according to a watchdog report cited by Euronews on February 25. The rep»»»

intellinews.com
UPI 5h

On This Day, Feb. 27: Russian opposition leader Boris Nemtsov assassinated - UPI.com

On Feb. 27, 2015, Russian opposition leader Boris Nemtsov died from a fatal gunshot wound. 1 of 5 | Opposition leader Boris Nemtsov joins thousands of people to form a 10-mile human chain around Moscow during a protest against Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin on February 26, 2012. On February »»»

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Gulf News 6h

Dubai’s Parkonic rolls out paid parking at three Lulu Hypermarkets

Dubai: Parkonic has introduced paid parking at three Lulu Hypermarket locations in the city, aiming to enhance convenience for shoppers. The service is now live at: Rashidiya Dubai Investment Park 1 Al Warqa The move allows visitors to use Parkonic’s app-based system for seamless, cashless parking,»»»

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UPI 6h

S. Korea conditionally approves Google's overseas transfer of high-precision map data - UPI.com

South Korea on Friday decided to allow Google to transfer government-supplied high-precision map data to its overseas facilities. This 2016 file photo shows Google's logo at its corporate headquarters in Seoul. File Photo by Yonhap The government on Friday decided to allow global tech giant Google »»»

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The Peninsula 6h

Aspire Sports Festival crowns champions in Family Fun Run and women’s 3x3 basketball

Doha: Aspire Zone Foundation (AZF) organised the Family Fun Run in partnership with the Qatar Sports for All Federation, as part of the 12th edition of the Ramadan Sports Festival 2026, hosted at Aspire Park amid vibrant Ramadan-inspired community spirit. The race was held from 9pm to 11pm, drawing»»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
BNE 6h

Watchdog warns EU climate policy risks capture by corporate lobbying

Europe’s climate agenda risks becoming a “lobbyists’ playground” as industry groups are capturing control over changes to the EU’s green legislation, according to a watchdog report cited by Euronews on February 25. The rep»»»

intellinews.com
24 News Agency 6h

Regular air service between Tashkent and Osh to be launched - | 24.KG

Airports of Kyrgyzstan JSC announced the launch of a new scheduled flight between Tashkent and Osh by Centrum Air. Flights are scheduled to begin on April 1. Flights will be operated regularly twice a week, on Wednesdays and Saturdays, on modern Airbus A320 aircraft. Flight duration is 1 hour and 1»»»

24.kg
The Peninsula 6h

‘Mahaseel’ illuminates Katara evenings during the holy month

Doha: The Mahaseel Festival continues its activities in Katara Village, located in the southern part of the Cultural Village, amidst a vibrant Ramadan atmosphere and a remarkable turnout of visitors. The festival offers a comprehensive experience that blends heritage and family-oriented elements, t»»»

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Al Awsat 7h

Saudi Central Bank's Net Foreign Assets Rose by $15.61 Billion in January

The Saudi central bank's net foreign assets rose ‌by ‌about $15.61 billion ‌in ⁠January, central bank data ⁠showed on Thursday. Net foreign ⁠assets ‌rose to ‌1.696 trillion ‌riyals ($452.23 billion) ‌in January from 1.637 ‌trillion riyals in December, ⁠the data ⁠showed.»»»

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UPI 8h

Pentagon shoots down CBP drone; FAA expands no-fly zone around Fort Hancock - UPI.com

The Pentagon on Thursday reportedly shot down a Customs and Border Protection drone near El Paso, Texas. File Photo by Yuri Gripas/UPI | License Photo Feb. 26 (UPI) -- The Department of Defense shot down a Customs and Border Protection drone, Democratic House lawmakers said Thursday, prompting the »»»

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