Police arrest man facing 28-year jail term
A man facing an outstanding 28-year prison sentence for migration law offences has been arrested on the outskirts of Thessaloniki, police said Thursday. The 68-year-old had also been fined €180,000 by the court in the northeastern region of Thrace that convicted him, according to a police statement»»»
Iran Has No Plans Regarding Nuclear Weapons - President
TEHRAN (Sputnik) - Iran's leadership has no plans to obtain nuclear weapons, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Thursday, commenting on the US's remark on the absence of the relevant promise. In his State of the Union address to Congress, US President Donald Trump said that he prefers dipl»»»
Five projects to modernize natural gas metering stations - declared of national importance
Five projects to modernize natural gas metering stations - Negru Voda 1, Negru Voda 2, Negru Voda 3, Isaccea 2, Isaccea 3 - were declared by the Government, in Thursday's meeting, as projects of national importance."By approving five Decisions, the Government declared the following projects in the »»»
Romania among Europe's most expensive markets for fast EV charging
Romania charges one of the highest tariffs in Europe for fast charging electric cars, namely EUR 0.43/kWh, the same level as Austria and almost double that of Spain or Croatia, although the wholesale electricity price is not the highest in the EU, according to an analysis by Dumitru Chisalita, pres»»»
Romania and Bulgaria are among the countries with the lowest carbon footprint per capita in the EU in 2023
In 2023, the carbon footprint of greenhouse gas emissions from goods and services consumed in the EU amounted to 9 tons of carbon equivalent (CO2) per capita, which is a decrease of approximately one ton compared to 2022 (10 tons), according to Eurostat data. The indicator takes into account emissi»»»
Citizens Demand Acting Prosecutor General Sarafov’s Resignation
Citizens are protesting in front of the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) on Thursday, demanding the resignation of acting Prosecutor General Borislav Sarafov. There is a heightened police presence in the area. The protest was organized by the BOEC civic association. A controversy has emerged regardin»»»
Technical Project Marketplace on Tasklink — A structured model for managing projects
Doha, Qatar: In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, the challenge facing companies is no longer limited to finding technical talent. The real challenge lies in managing technical projects within a clear, structured framework that ensures quality, commitment, and risk reduction. As organisat»»»
Youth Council established under Speaker of Zhogorku Kenesh of Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG
A Youth Council has been established under the Speaker of the Zhogorku Kenesh of Kyrgyzstan. Deputy Tabyldy Muratbekov announced at a parliamentary session. According to him, the Council will promote the active participation of young people in public, political, socioeconomic, and cultural life, pr»»»
USS Ford leaves Crete for Middle East amid Iran tensions
The biggest US warship, the USS Gerald R Ford aircraft carrier, left a NATO naval base on Crete Thursday for the Middle East as American forces build up amid tensions with Iran. The nuclear-powered Ford spent four days at the Souda Bay base resupplying, before setting off for the eastern Mediterran»»»
Prince Harry and Meghan Visit Hospitalized Children from Gaza, Refugee Camp during Jordan Trip
Prince Harry and Meghan visited a refugee camp and hospital in Jordan on Wednesday to kick off a trip spotlighting organizations that help civilians affected by war and displacement. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex also joined World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus for»»»
IMF Unlocks Around $2.3 Billion for Egypt
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has unlocked around $2.3 billion for Egypt after its latest program reviews, it said on Wednesday. Egypt secured an expanded $8 billion package over nearly four years from the IMF in March 2024, contingent on a series of economic reforms. In March last year, th»»»
On This Day, Feb. 26: Branch Davidians acquitted of murder charges - UPI.com
On Feb. 26, 1994, 11 members of the Branch Davidian religious cult were acquitted of murder and conspiracy charges stemming from a federal raid and siege at the compound near Waco, Texas, the year before. 1 of 4 | Special counsel and former U.S. Sen. John C. Danforth points to where shell casings w»»»
You can fly to India from the UAE for under Dh300 during Eid, but there’s a catch
Dubai: Travellers flying between the UAE and India can book one-way ‘lite’ fares starting from Dh323, India’s Air India Express announced as it launched its monthly ‘PayDay Sale’ across domestic and international routes. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The limited-time»»»
More than 700 brands to offer up to 75% discounts at Sharjah Ramadan Nights 2026
Sharjah: Expo Centre Sharjah is set to host the 43rd edition of the “Ramadan Nights 2026” exhibition from March 6 to 22, as part of the Sharjah Ramadan Festival, organisers said. The exhibition will span more than 18,000 square metres and is expected to attract over 150,000 visitors. More than 210 »»»
NHRC calls for fair and human rights-based digital transition
Doha, Qatar: The National Human Rights Committee (NHRC) has called for a fair and human rights–based digital transition, underscoring the need to align artificial intelligence (AI) technologies with the principles of social justice and decent work for all. The call came during a regional virtual se»»»
Ehsan Centre holds Ramadan Ghabga for elderly women
Doha, Qatar: In the presence of Minister of Social Development and Family and Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Qatar Foundation for Social Work H E Buthaina bint Ali Al Jabr Al Nuaimi, the Centre for Empowerment and Care of the Elderly (Ehsan) organised its annual Ramadan Ghabga for the»»»
QFFD delegation visits projects in Seychelles
Doha: A delegation from Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) recently conducted an official visit to the Republic of Seychelles to review the progress and community impact of the Glacis Housing Units Project, one of the country’s key social housing initiatives supported by Qatar. The project, located »»»
Qatar renews commitment to principles of disarmament, nuclear non-proliferation
Geneva: Qatar participated in the High-Level Segment of the Conference on Disarmament held in Geneva. Qatar was represented at the event by Deputy Permanent Representative of the Permanent Delegation of the State of Qatar to the UN Office in Geneva Jawhara bint Abdulaziz Al Suwaidi. Al Suwaidi affi»»»
Budget Extension Law Tabled in Parliament
The Council of Ministers has tabled the bill amending and supplementing the so-called budget extension law (formally the Act on the Collection of Revenues and the Commitment of Expenditures in 2026 until the Passage of the 2026 State Budget Act, the 2026 Public Social Insurance Budget Act and the 2»»»
Lebanon PM says government seeks to recalibrate ties with Syria
Beirut, Feb. 26 (SANA) Lebanon’s Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said Wednesday that his government is working to recalibrate relations with Syria, signaling a shift toward a relationship based on “mutual trust and respect.” Speaking at an iftar event in Beirut, Salam said the past year had seen notable»»»
Suspected assassin of ex-Ukrainian presidential adviser detained in Germany (VIDEO)
Spanish police have arrested the alleged gunman in the 2025 assassination of Andrey Portnov, a former senior aide to ex-Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovich, in a joint operation with German authorities in the town of Heinsberg. The suspect, whose identity has not been released, was detained by Sp»»»
Exhibition 'Princely and Royal Thrones' to open on Thursday at National Museum of Romanian History
The themed exhibition "Princely and Royal Thrones", which reconstructs the stories of six thrones - objects with exceptional historical, symbolic and artistic significance, recalling key moments and major figures of national history - will open on Thursday at 13:00 at the National History Museum of»»»
Sibiu: 209 years of South-East Europe's oldest museum - the hidden stories of Brukenthal
Hundreds of visitors stepped through the gates of Brukenthal Palace in Sibiu's Great Square on Wednesday, with free entry marking 209 years since the opening of the oldest museum in Romania and in South-East Europe - the National Brukenthal Museum.'On this day 209 years ago, the ceremony held in th»»»
This year’s Dragobete is the most expensive
Macro commentary by eToro analyst for Romania, Bogdan Maioreanu Dragobete, Romania’s celebration of love day, marks the start of spring. Taking place after the similar but more internationally known Valentine’s Day, the holiday has seen a rise in popularity in recent years. A lot of Romanian couple»»»
Romania remains the champion of inflation in the EU with official price increases higher than in the rest of the states
The annual rate of inflation in the EU dropped to 2% in January 2026, from the level of 2.3% in the previous month, and Romania is ‘the champion’ in this domain, with an annual advance of prices of 8.5%, show the data published on Wednesday by Eurostat. Countries with the lowest and ...»»»
90% of UAE workers now covered by Unemployment Insurance
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has announced that 90 per cent of the targeted workforce has enrolled in the Unemployment Insurance Scheme as of the end of 2025. The Ministry said that more than Dh350 million in compensation has been paid to individuals who lost their jobs»»»
Democrats call missing Trump documents in Epstein files ‘largest cover-up in modern history’
Documents related to a woman’s sexual assault complaint against US President Donald Trump in the Jeffrey Epstein files were not released by the FBI, according to investigative reports. Democrats on the House Oversight Committee called it the "largest government cover-up in modern history". The US J»»»
QU students launch ‘Made in Qatar’ initiative to support national products
Doha, Qatar: The Core Curriculum Programme meat the Deanship of General Studies at Qatar University (QU) organised an initiative titled ‘Made in Qatar: National Pride and Sustainable Value’ at the College of Business and Economics building, featuring 55 booths 40 in the female section and 15 in the»»»
IMF Urges US to Work with Partners to Ease Trade Restrictions
The IMF on Wednesday called on the United States to work with trading partners and find ways to mutually ease trade curbs, as it issued a review of the world's biggest economy. The International Monetary Fund's findings covered the first year of Donald Trump's second presidency, in which he unleash»»»
Pakistani Sculptor Turns Scrap into Colossal Metal Artworks
Sparks fly and metal groans in a cavernous workshop on the outskirts of Islamabad, where Pakistani artist Ehtisham Jadoon fuses discarded car parts into colossal pieces inspired by "Transformers" movies and dinosaurs. The 35-year-old sculptor's studio brims with cogs, chains, hubcaps and engine par»»»
Digital becomes the default: Qatar accelerates its shift away from cash
How would you characterize the payments landscape in Qatar today, and what stands out most to you? Qatar’s payments landscape is clearly becoming more digital-first, with the shift away from cash becoming increasingly visible in everyday life. According to Visa’s latest Where Cash Hides report, aro»»»
VCUArts Qatar and Qatar Academy Doha celebrate sustainability through 'Waste to Art Competition'
Doha, Qatar: Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts in Qatar’s (VCUarts Qatar) Community Education Programme, in collaboration with Qatar Academy Doha (QAD), has concluded a six-week initiative that invited young students to explore sustainability through hands-on creative practice, co»»»
Philippine Society for Quality launches first international chapter in Dubai
Dubai: The Philippine Society for Quality – Middle East (PSQ ME) has been officially launched this month, marking a historic first for the organisation outside the country. PSQ ME is the first international chapter of the Philippine Society for Quality, Inc., an institution established in 1969 that»»»
Scientists: Humans – Not Mimmo the Dolphin – Need Managing in Lagoon
Italian scientists monitoring the movements of a dolphin in the Venice lagoon have said humans are the ones who need managing, rather than wildlife. Known as Mimmo, the bottlenose dolphin has been spotted on several occasions since it made its first appearance in June last year, prompting a researc»»»
Interior Ministry plans nationwide video surveillance within two years - | 24.KG
The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan aims to achieve full video surveillance coverage across the country within one — two years. Deputy Minister Erkebek Ashirkhodzhaev said on February 26 during a session of the Zhogorku Kenesh. He made the remarks in response to MP Burul Amanova, who hig»»»
QFFD, QRCS distribute vital aid to affected families in Guinea-Bissau
Doha, Qatar: A joint delegation from Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) and Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has visited the Republic of Guinea-Bissau to supervise operations and distribute Qatari humanitarian aid to hundreds of families affected by the recent humanitarian crises and natural disast»»»
Aman launches Ramadan activities
Doha, Qatar: The Protection and Social Rehabilitation Centre (Aman), one of the centres under the Qatar Social Work Foundation, has launched a series of Ramadan activities and awareness campaigns targeting women, children, and victims of family disintegration and violence, as well as beneficiaries »»»
Viral macaque Punch is thriving as Zoo responds to hair loss concerns
Dubai: If you have spent any time online recently and have not yet encountered Punch, the seven-month-old Japanese macaque from Ichikawa City Zoo near Tokyo, then, you need to meet the internet's most beloved monkey that has all of our hearts captured. UAE brands have seem to taken on the trend wit»»»
Philippine foreign affairs warns against souvenir stamps on passports
Dubai: The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has reminded Philippine passport holders not to place unauthorised stamps or markings on their Philippine ePassports. In an advisory, the DFA has stressed that any unauthorised alteration can render the passport invalid and may be considered tampering »»»
Students to hold rally for Tempe train crash in Athens
Dozens of student associations will hold a rally in central Athens on Thursday to mark the three-year anniversary since Greece’s deadliest train crash and request justice for the 57 victims and their families. Protesters announced they will gather at Propylaia at noon. By order of the police, Panep»»»
Kuwait liberation .. global tribute to resilience, leadership diplomacy
By Fahad Al-Saeed KUWAIT, Feb 26 (KUNA) -- "Ambassador Al-Sabah .. tonight Kuwait is free." With these historic words echoing through the halls of the US Congress, President George H.W. Bush marked the successful conclusion of Kuwait's liberation, directing a proud glance at Ambassador Sheikh Saud »»»
Cuba Says It Killed Four Gunmen on Speedboat Trying to Infiltrate from US
Cuba said it thwarted the attempt of gunmen trying to infiltrate from the United States as its coastguard opened fire on Wednesday at a Florida-registered speedboat near its shores, killing four people and wounding six. Havana's Interior Ministry said the speedboat's passengers opened fire on a coa»»»
Ezdan Holding Group posts QR113.62m net profit in 2025
Doha, Qatar: The Board of Directors of Ezdan Holding Group convened yesterday and ratified the annual financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2025, where the profits netted QR113.62m compared to QR104.99m in 2024. The Group’s earnings per share (EPS) reported QR0.004 by the end of 2025,»»»
Anti-LGBTI tactics now a blueprint to crush dissent, says report
Tactics once used to target people primarily from the LGBTI community have now been translated into laws used to criminalise and silence dissent more broadly, says a new report. Out Thursday (26 February), the 179-page annual report from the ILGA-Europe, a pan-European network defending gay rights,»»»
Ex-Treasury Secretary Larry Summers resigns from Harvard over Epstein files - UPI.com
Larry Summers, seen here in 2010, is resigning from teaching at Harvard University due to his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. File Photo by Andrew Harrer/UPI | License Photo Feb. 26 (UPI) -- Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers announced he is resigning from his professorship at Harvard Unive»»»
Dukhan Bank launches special Ramadan campaign
Doha, Qatar: Dukhan Bank has launched a special Ramadan campaign in partnership with Talabat, one of the region’s leading delivery platforms. The initiative further strengthens the Bank’s digital payment ecosystem by integrating exclusive cardholder benefits within a widely used lifestyle applicati»»»
Second Qatar–Spain Strategic Dialogue explores economic cooperation
Doha, Qatar: Minister of State for Foreign Trade H E Dr. Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Sayed and Secretary of State for Trade at the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Business of the Kingdom of Spain H E Amparo López Senovilla co-chaired the economic cooperation meeting on trade and investment as part of the »»»
India’s Modi addresses Israeli Parliament, deal negotiations ongoing
On the first day of his two day visit to Israel Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Israeli parliament, the Knesset in Jerusalem, according to a report by All India Radio. During the address Modi condoled the»»»
India’s Modi addresses Israeli Parliament, deal negotiations ongoing
On the first day of his two day visit to Israel Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Israeli parliament, the Knesset in Jerusalem, according to a report by All India Radio. During the address Modi condoled the»»»
India’s Modi addresses Israeli Parliament, deal negotiations ongoing
On the first day of his two day visit to Israel Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Israeli parliament, the Knesset in Jerusalem, according to a report by All India Radio. During the address Modi condoled the»»»