Bulgarian News Agency 5m

No Final Decision on Minimum Wage, Only Preliminary Calculations, Labour Minister Says

“There are currently preliminary calculations for the level of the minimum wage next year, but these may change. We do not have a final decision because we need the relevant legislation in place before we can adopt the government decree containing the official proposal. Until that happens, there is»»»

bta.bg
The Peninsula 6m

Qatar strongly condemns targeting of Saudi tanker SIDR

Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar strongly condemned the Islamic Republic of Iran's targeting of the Saudi tanker (SIDR) while it was transiting the Strait of Hormuz, and resulted in fatalities among the tanker's crew, considering this a blatant violation of the rules of international law and freedom»»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
Gulf News 19m

Mohammed bin Rashid unveils AI Cabinet adviser as new government season begins

New system uses 32 AI assistants to analyse policies, legislation and strategies Abu Dhabi: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, on Wednesday chaired the first Cabinet meeting of the new government season, unveiling an »»»

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Sputnik 24m

European Commission Considering Reducing Gas Storage Capacity Level Amid Energy Crisis

The European Commission, amid ongoing tensions in the energy market, is considering reducing the target level for gas storage capacity set for EU countries from 80% to 66%, European Commission spokeswoman Anna-Kaisa Itkonen said on Wednesday. "Member states need to reach 80% and then they can decid»»»

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Gulf News 36m

US sailors descend on Thai resort town after months at sea

Arrival for five days of rest and recreation eagerly awaited in Pattaya Pattaya: Hundreds of US sailors disembarked in Thailand on Wednesday, visiting a resort town with a seedy reputation after a lengthy Middle East deployment that sparked concerns over conditions on board. The 5,000-strong crew o»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 41m

There Is No Final Decision on Minimum Wage, Only Preliminary Calculations, Labour Minister Says

“There are currently preliminary calculations for the level of the minimum wage next year, but these may change. We do not have a final decision because we need the relevant legislation in place before we can adopt the government decree containing the official proposal. Until that happens, there is»»»

bta.bg
RT 46m

What was behind Europe’s mass ‘Russian drone’ hysteria?

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? Is it a well-timed ploy to ramp up defense spending? Germany's evidence-free claim that a drone found lying between Ukrainian cargo planes on the canopy of Leipzig/Halle airport is part of a pattern. Last year's late-autumn drone sighting hysteria that swept across Norw»»»

rt.com
Al Majalla 55m

Deadlock in UN succession battle could leave a vacuum

Divisions within the United Nations Security Council over who should be the organisation’s new secretary-general risk prolonged deadlock and a void after current post-holder António Guterres’s term expires on 31 December. According to confidential documents seen by Al Majalla, the United States doe»»»

en.majalla.com
Dailynews Hungary 56m

BREAKING: Hungary blocks Ukraine’s EU accession again – Here’s what Budapest wants

Hungary has blocked Ukraine’s EU accession process for a third time, with the government saying it will only lift its objection if Kyiv makes progress on the rights of the country’s Hungarian minority. The latest dispute emerged at the European Council’s Working Party on Enlargement and Countries N»»»

dailynewshungary.com
Al Manar 1h

Al-Manar correspondent in southern Lebanon reports Israeli demolition operation in Houla - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent in southern Lebanon reports Israeli demolition operation in Houla 02-09-2026 15:43 PM Latest News Urgent News Al-Man»»»

BNE 1h

Usmanov’s lawyers urge EU to review sanctions, citing thousands of media corrections

The lawyers of sanctioned tycoon Alisher Usmanov sent a letter seen by IntelliNews to the EC leadership calling on sanctions to be lifted after thousands of media reports that were used as the basis for imposing the sanctions have since been deemed erroneous and deleted. Dated August 14 and address»»»

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BNE 1h

Usmanov’s lawyers urge EU to review sanctions, citing thousands of media corrections

The lawyers of sanctioned tycoon Alisher Usmanov sent a letter seen by IntelliNews to the EC leadership calling on sanctions to be lifted after thousands of media reports that were used as the basis for imposing the sanctions have since been deemed erroneous and deleted. Dated August 14 and address»»»

intellinews.com
Gulf News 1h

Nepal embassy in Abu Dhabi appeals for flood aid, opens condolence book

UAE thanked for support as country steps up relief with $10m and relief flights Abu Dhabi: The Nepal Embassy in Abu Dhabi has appealed for financial support for victims of the devastating flash floods that struck Nepal on August 26. The Embassy has also opened a virtual condolence book for people i»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Qatar Olympic Committee honours 102 employees at ‘Journey and Achievement Ceremony 2026’

Doha: In the presence of HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al-Thani, President of the Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC), the QOC held its “Journey & Achievement Ceremony 2026” on Wednesday at its headquarters, celebrating its employees and recognising their dedication, outstanding performance and commitment to»»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
Naharnet 1h

Italy has started exporting delicacy prized abroad, reviled at home

Italian fishermen for two years incinerated most of the invasive Atlantic blue crabs caught in the Po River Delta south of Venice. Few Italians had an appetite for the alien predator blamed for decimating their prized Manila clams. While experiments in containment continue, including the release of»»»

Gulf News 1h

UAE airlines monitor Russian airspace after Ukraine's drone warning

flydubai says it is monitoring the situation and adjusting routes and schedules if needed Dubai: UAE airlines and passengers are watching developments in Russian airspace closely after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned airlines and insurers that the country’s skies are becoming increas»»»

gulfnews.com
Tanjug 1h

EBRD secures additional 25 mln euros to finance Serbian businesses

LONDON - The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has announced it had extended a 25 mln euro equivalent revolving factoring facility in Serbian dinars to UniCredit Serbia under its Trade Facilitation Programme (TFP), further strengthening access to working capital finance for Se»»»

tanjug.rs
Dailynews Hungary 1h

School canteen employees were stealing food meant for children in Hungary, mayor caught them red-handed — Video

Four kitchen employees at a primary school in Gyömrő, Hungary were reportedly caught with large quantities of food intended for pupils, after the town’s mayor stopped them in the school car park. Mayor Szabolcs Kisberk called the police, and an investigation has been launched into the case. Kisberk»»»

dailynewshungary.com
Gulf News 1h

UAE highlights digital work permits for recruiting workers from abroad

Employers can apply online to recruit workers from outside the country Dubai: UAE employers seeking to recruit workers from abroad can obtain new work permits through a digital service designed to streamline overseas hiring procedures, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) said.»»»

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Naharnet 1h

Lebanon arrests ex-Syrian officer and accomplices accused of planning attacks

Lebanon has arrested a former Syrian colonel and several accomplices who allegedly planned attacks against the forces of Syria's new government, a judicial official told AFP on Wednesday. The alleged leader of the network is a former Syrian army major general who is close to longtime ruler Bashar a»»»

Tanjug 1h

Macut, Mwinyi discuss advancement of Serbia-Tanzania cooperation

BELGRADE - Serbian PM Djuro Macut met on Wednesday in Belgrade with President of Zanzibar and Chairman of the Revolutionary Council of the United Republic of Tanzania Hussein Ali Mwinyi, noting that there is significant room for improving cooperation in agriculture, the food industry, digitalisatio»»»

tanjug.rs
Sputnik 1h

Pakistan's Ambassador at EEF-2026: Technology Will Break Language Barriers

Pakistani art has already taken New York and London by storm — Moscow and Vladivostok are next, and the diplomat says technology will make it happen faster. VLADIVOSTOK, Russia (Sputnik) - Pakistani cinema and music have yet to find their audience in Russia and other Eurasian markets. The key bottl»»»

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Sputnik 1h

Putin Praises Russia-China Relations as Unprecedented

VLADIVOSTOK, Russia (Sputnik) - Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday called the nature of relations between Moscow and Beijing unprecedented. "The high density of Russian-Chinese contacts, including at the highest level, confirms the unprecedented nature of our bilateral ties," Putin said »»»

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Gulf News 1h

Judge sends Charlie Kirk murder case to trial

Defendant pleads not guilty to all counts, faces potential death penalty Provo: The murder case against the Utah man accused of killing Charlie Kirk last year is headed for trial, and the defendant could face the death penalty if he’s convicted. Utah District Judge Tony Graf on Tuesday sided with p»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 1h

Work on AI Act in Final Stages, Digital Transformation Minister Says

Work on the Artificial Intelligence Act is in its final stages, and the text is due to be put forward for public consultation, Innovation and Digital Transformation Minister Ivan Vasilev said before members of the parliamentary Committee on Innovation and Digital Transformation on Wednesday in resp»»»

bta.bg
The Barents Observer 2h

USS Delaware makes Tromsø port call during busy period of Russian submarine testing in northern waters

In recent weeks, no fewer than four new and upgraded Russian nuclear-powered submarines have drawn NATO’s attention. Two of them are designed to carry weapons that Vladimir Putin hopes could alter the strategic balance. It is not every day that the US Navy announces the name and location of one of »»»

thebarentsobserver.com
The Peninsula 2h

Qatar Cabinet condemns renewed Iranian attacks on neighbouring countries; approves draft law on cloud computing

Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani chaired the weekly Cabinet meeting on Wednesday at the Amiri Diwan. Following the meeting, Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs, HE Ibrahim bin Ali Al Mohannad»»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
Naharnet 2h

Netanyahu, in Gaza, says 'we are not retreating' 

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday visited troops in the Gaza Strip, where he vowed not to withdraw forces from their positions despite a U.S.-declared ceasefire. "We control the area. We are not retreating. We are staying on this line," Netanyahu said near the so-called Yellow »»»

RT 2h

Scott Ritter: The CIA never comes to Russia in peace

CIA Director John Ratcliffe traveled to Moscow last week. What we know: Ratcliffe met with Sergey Naryshkin, the director of Russia’s Foreign Intelligence Service. This has been confirmed by Naryshkin himself, who described the meeting as “routine.” We also know that the US spy chief did not meet w»»»

rt.com
Gulf News 2h

Woman killed in Times Square stabbing worked for Bank of America

Attacker had mental-health-related encounters with police but had no arrest record New York: The woman killed in a random stabbing in Times Square was a Bank of America employee, the bank confirmed Tuesday. Police identified her and the attacker, who was killed in a confrontation with officers shor»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 2h

Labour and Social Policy Minister Says There Will Be No Loss of Funding under Recovery and Resilience Plan

Addressing members of the parliamentary Committee on Labour, Demographic and Social Policy during its regular meeting on Wednesday, Labour and Social Policy Minister Nataliya Efremova said that there would be no loss of funding under the Recovery and Resilience Plan (RRP). "More importantly, we wil»»»

bta.bg
Qatar Tribune 2h

Cabinet renews Qatar's condemnation of Iranian attacks on neighbouring countries

DOHA: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani chaired the weekly Cabinet meeting on Wednesday at the Amiri Diwan. Following the meeting, Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs HE Ibrahim bin Ali Al Mohannadi, state»»»

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Al Manar 2h

Rezaei to Enemies: Iran’s New Strategy to Shatter Your Foundations

Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Secretary Mohsen Rezaei warned on Wednesday that Tehran’s new strategy is to shatter the enemies’ foundations. In a post on X, the Iranian security chief said in Persian: “With these struggles, not only will you not be able to get out of the depths of the he»»»

english.almanar.com.lb
France24 2h

Nepal tunnel rescuers hit dead ends as search for trapped workers continues

Rescue teams in Nepal were still searching Wednesday for hundreds of workers believed to have been trapped inside sprawling hydropower tunnels since the catastrophic flash flood that swept through the Himalayan region last week. Officials said that many of the tunnels remain totally blocked by mud »»»

france24.com
Gulf News 2h

Barefoot mother runs 3km in sari to fund daughter’s education

For Ramabai, the race meant more than a prize — it was for her daughters’ future A 47-year-old widow from Maharashtra has won widespread admiration after running a 3-kilometre race barefoot, dressed in a sari, driven by a simple goal — to help her daughter pursue her dream of becoming a government »»»

gulfnews.com
Novinite 2h

Defense Chief: No Danger From US Military Planes in Sofia

The landing of two American military transport aircraft at Sofia Airport poses no danger to Bulgaria, Defense Committee Chairman Ivan Lalov said, describing the attention surrounding the incident as excessive. Speaking on national television, Lalov said the arrival of the aircraft had been overinte»»»

novinite.com
Novinite 2h

Bulgarian Opposition Slams Authorities' Silence on Russia's Hybrid Attacks

Democratic Bulgaria has called on President Iliana Yotova to convene the National Security Advisory Council over what the party describes as growing risks from Russian hybrid activity in Europe and Bulgaria’s lack of a clear government position on Germany’s accusation that Moscow was behind an atte»»»

novinite.com
Novinite 2h

Gyurov: Presidential Race Goes Beyond Party Lines, Radev and Borissov Voters Can Back Me

Former caretaker Prime Minister and presidential candidate Andrey Gyurov said he expects to attract voters from both Rumen Radev's and Boyko Borissov's political camps, arguing that Bulgaria's presidential election will be decided by citizens rather than party leaderships. “The presidential race wi»»»

novinite.com
Novinite 2h

Bulgaria's Border Security Could Become EU Model

Bulgaria's border security measures could serve as a model for the entire European Union, Interior Minister Ivan Demerdzhiev said during a meeting with Frontex Executive Director Hans Leijtens. The two officials agreed that Frontex should provide stronger and more active support to EU member states»»»

novinite.com
Naharnet 2h

Report: US tells Aoun it'll discuss with Israel plan leading to full withdrawal

Sources close to President Joseph Aoun have said that he is “awaiting a new proposal from the Americans, one that goes beyond previous formulas,” al-Akhbar newspaper reported on Wednesday. The sources said Aoun has been informed by the Americans that they are in the process of contacting the Israel»»»

Gulf News 2h

First Abu Dhabi Bank tests 24/7 cross-border payments with Citi

UAE bank uses tokenised deposits in live US dollar transactions through Swift Ledger Dubai: First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) has completed live US dollar transactions with Citi using tokenised bank deposits, as banks test technology that could allow cross-border payments to operate around the clock. Get »»»

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BNE 2h

Missile War Monitor: Odesa down to one ship a day as Russia closes Ukraine's export routes

Russia has been continuously attacking Ukraine with drones and missiles for 50 days and Kyiv has been under a non-stop bombardment, including day time attacks, for six days as President Vladimir Putin carries through on his “Pandora’s box” threat of unleashing a disproportionate retaliation for Ukr»»»

intellinews.com
BNE 2h

Russian manufacturing PMI slips back to 48.8 contraction as demand weakens

  Russia’s manufacturing sector slipped back into contraction in August as weaker demand hit new orders and production, while inflationary pressures intensified and manufacturers continued to cut jobs, according to the latest S&P Global purchasing managers’ survey. (chart)  The s»»»

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Tanjug 2h

Macura: EXPO 2027 opportunity for new partnerships between Serbia, Pacific nations

NGERULMUD - Serbian Minister without portfolio in charge of gender equality, prevention of violence against women and economic and political empowerment of women Tatjana Macura, who is participating in the 55th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting in Palau as a representative of the Government of »»»

tanjug.rs
Gulf News 2h

‘I immediately went on YouTube’: Pakistani expat in Dubai wins on his second Big Ticket entry

Real estate broker shares prize with friends after randomly selected second-ever entry Dubai: A Pakistani expatriate living in Dubai has won a share of a Dh25,000 Big Ticket prize after buying his second-ever entry. Ghufran Javed, 33, has lived in Dubai with his family for the past 10 years and wor»»»

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Gulf News 3h

From Operation Sindoor to Ram Temple: Air Marshal Mishra picked as first CEO

Jeetendra Mishra takes charge as Trust tightens oversight after donation scandal Dubai: Retired Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra, who headed the Indian Air Force’s Western Air Command during Operation Sindoor, has been appointed the first chief executive officer of Ayodhya’s Ram Temple, taking on a pow»»»

gulfnews.com
Business-review 3h

Visa is introducing new features for A2A Protect solution to prevent fraud

In 2024, fraud involving bank transfers cost consumers and businesses in Europe 2.5 billion euros, highlighting the need for banks to be able to prevent such fraud before funds are transferred from accounts. Visa A2A Protect utilises artificial intelligence and advanced transfer learning techniques»»»

business-review.eu
Qatar Tribune 3h

Qatar to host conference on future of digital construction and AI

DOHA: Doha is to host an international conference examining how artificial intelligence and digital technology are reshaping the engineering and construction sectors. The Qatar Society of Engineers will hold the Qatar Building Information Modeling (BIM) Conference on October 4. The event, sponsored»»»

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Naharnet 3h

Iran security chief says US to face new war strategy after strikes

Iran's security chief on Wednesday warned the United States would face a "new strategy" from Tehran in the Middle East war after the heaviest exchange of attacks between the foes in weeks. "You will soon see that Iran's new strategy on the battlefield, in diplomacy and in confronting the economic b»»»

24 News Agency 3h

Iranian President’s plane makes emergency landing in Rasht - | 24.KG

The plane carrying Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, who was returning from Kyrgyzstan after attending the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, landed at Rasht International Airport instead of Tehran. Several foreign media outlets reported this on September 2. According to Azerbaijan’»»»

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