El Niño is getting stronger — and climate change may be why
Washington: A new study suggests that El Ninos - the natural climatic chaos agent that pops up periodically and spikes global temperatures - are getting stronger because of human-caused climate change. El Ninos are more than 36% stronger than they were before the industrial age began in the mid 180»»»
Trump’s latest Canada salvo: Lake Ontario renamed ‘Lake America’
Washington: President Donald Trump said Thursday he is renaming Lake Ontario to be known as "Lake America" in the United States as he exacerbates his trade war with Canada. The Republican president signed an executive order that updated the lake's name for the US geographic naming service. Trump ca»»»
Tropical storm Dolly moves toward eastern Caribbean - UPI.com
Tropical Storm Dolly is making its way toward the eastern Caribbean. Image courtesy of the National Hurricane Center. Aug. 27 (UPI) -- The National Weather Service named Tropical Storm Dolly Thursday, as it makes its way across the Atlantic Ocean toward the eastern Caribbean. In its 11 a.m. AST upd»»»
Iran war enters sixth month as Donald Trump's goals keep shifting
Washington: When President Donald Trump launched the war with Iran in late February, he initially forecast it would last four weeks to five weeks. Six months later, there still is no off-ramp in sight despite Trump's repeated assertions that the war has been won or a deal to resolve it was nearly c»»»
Why Trump wants H-1B skilled worker visas to cost employers more than $100,000
US President Donald Trump is once again trying to impose a $100,000 fee on employers seeking to hire skilled temporary foreign workers through the H-1B visa programme. But while tech titans like Elon Musk have long championed the programme as a crucial way of drawing top global talent to Silicon Va»»»
Alleged 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed to go on trial in 2028
A spokesman for the US military court at Guantanamo Bay said Thursday that Khalid Sheikh Mohammed – the alleged mastermind of the September 11, 2001 attacks on the United States – will go on trial before a US military court in June 2028. Mohammed, also known as "KSM", was c»»»
Damascus International Fair enters second day with business, investment focus
DAMASCUS, Aug. 27 (SANA) The 63rd Damascus International Fair entered its second day on Thursday at Damascus Fairgrounds, bringing together about 1,000 participants representing 60 countries under the theme “Syria Shines Again.” Thursday’s program is dedicated to business leaders, investors and off»»»
US stock indexes open higher
New York: Major US stock indexes opened higher on Thursday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 149.8 points, or 0.28 percent, to 53,613.66 points. The S&P 500 gained 34.6 points, or 0.45 percent, to 7,710.34 points. The Nasdaq Composite climbed 226.8 points, or 0.87 percent, to 26,356.977 points»»»
A7 motorway reaches Bacău with 242 Km open to traffic
Romania will open another 47 kilometres of the A7 Moldova Motorway to traffic on Monday, August 31, extending the high-speed road from Adjud to Bacău and bringing the total operational length of the A7 to around 242 kilometres. Interim Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan said on Thursday that final prepara»»»
UAE President, VPs offer condolences to Nepal President over flood, landslide victims
Abu Dhabi: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of condolences to President of Nepal Ramchandra Paudel over the victims of floods and landslides, which resulted in a number of deaths and injuries. Sheikh Mohamed wished a speedy recovery to all those injured. »»»
Representatives From Over 70 Countries and Territories Confirmed Their Participation in EEF 2026
The Eastern Economic Forum will be held September 1–4 in Vladivostok on the campus of the Far Eastern Federal University. The main theme of the EEF is "The Far East – Development for the Benefit of People." It is organized by the Roscongress Foundation with the support of the Government of the Russ»»»
Alleged 9/11 mastermind to go on trial in June 2028
WASHINGTON: Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, the alleged mastermind of the September 11, 2001 attacks on the United States, will go on trial before a US military court in June 2028, an official said Thursday. The long-awaited trial of Mohammed and three other accused 9/11 plotters is scheduled to begin on J»»»
Colombia ends Total Peace plan, resumes extraditions to U.S. - UPI.com
Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella speaks during the change of command ceremony for the new military leadership in Bogota, Colombia, on Wednesday. De la Espriella called on the new military leadership to restore security and combat armed groups. Photo by Mauricio Duenas Castaneda/EPA Aug.»»»
Kuwait arrests two hospital staff over counterfeit government stamps and alleged fee fraud
Kuwait has arrested an Egyptian expatriate and a Kuwaiti woman accused of selling and using counterfeit government stamps at a government hospital and misappropriating fees owed to the state, the Interior Ministry said. The arrests were made by the Criminal Police Department following an investigat»»»
Ukraine is slowly losing the war – Fedorov
Ukraine warned that Ukraine is slowly losing the war and has months, not years, to change course, according to the ex-Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov in an exclusive interview with Reuters on August 25. "I think that there's now a turning point which will determine our future trajectory, but it l»»»
US Patriot missile stocks in Europe are ‘beyond critical’ due to Iran war, officials say
WASHINGTON: The US military is experiencing a “beyond critical” shortage of advanced missile interceptors in Europe largely driven by President Donald Trump’s war with Iran, a US defense official in Europe and a NATO official told The Associated Press, raising concerns about vulnerabilities in NATO»»»
Olabi: Syria moves from isolation to openness and international partnership
New York, Aug. 27 (SANA) Syria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Ambassador Ibrahim Olabi said recent visits by senior UN officials to Damascus have marked the end of previous phases of tension, displacement and uncertainty and opened new chapters focused on partnership, return and c»»»
ICE agent charged in Minnesota shooting released from Texas jail - UPI.com
Tens of thousands of people march through downtown Minneapolis protesting federal immigration enforcement in the city in January. On Thursday, a Texas jail freed an ICE agent who was arrested for allegedly shooting a man in the leg. File Photo by Craig Lassig/UPI | License Photo Aug. 27 (UPI) -- An»»»
Hungary sets 2030 euro target: Government reveals when budget deficit could fall below 3%
Hungary’s new government has set its sights on adopting the euro by 2030, with Finance Minister András Kármán revealing how and when the country could bring its budget deficit below the EU’s key 3% threshold. The government says it will tackle the country’s huge fiscal gap without imposing austerit»»»
A taste of the big city: Which snacks could win over Saudi Arabia
In Saudi Arabia, snacking has long since moved beyond the home kitchen and the supermarket shelf. Festivals, sporting events and entertainment venues are creating dozens of new occasions for grab-and-go food. According to the General Entertainment Authority of Saudi Arabia, the Kingdom hosted 1,810»»»
Iran war has burned through 65% of US Patriot missiles, analysis says
Washington: The US military is experiencing a 'beyond critical' shortage of advanced missile interceptors in Europe largely driven by President Donald Trump’s war with Iran, a US defense official in Europe and a NATO official told The Associated Press, raising concerns about vulnerabilities in NATO»»»
Voting Machines Will Be Made Available to Citizens before Election Day through Existing Mobile App Upgrade
The voting machines will be made available to citizens before election day through an upgrade to the existing mobile application for members of section election commissions. The app will now have two functions: one for election commission members and another for citizens, allowing voters to go thro»»»
Moldova’s European bet: why joining the EU has become a question of survival
For Moldova, joining the European Union is no longer simply a question of adopting thousands of pages of European legislation. It is a race to transform a state whose institutions, economy and political culture still bear the marks of decades of Soviet rule and a difficult transition while resistin»»»
Bulgarian Delegation Reaffirms Support for Bulgarian Community in Ukraine
A Bulgarian delegation reaffirmed the Bulgarian State’s support for the Bulgarian community in Ukraine during a meeting with Odesa Regional Governor Oleg Kiper on Thursday. “We are here to demonstrate the Bulgarian State’s support for the Bulgarian community in Ukraine. We know that this community »»»
Judge to decide on Tate brothers’ extradition over rape charges - UPI.com
Andrew and Tristan Tate are in federal court in Miami on Thursday for a hearing over their potential extradition to Britain where they face charges of rape and human trafficking. File Photo by Robert Ghement/EPA-EFE Aug. 27 (UPI) -- Andrew and Tristan Tate are in federal court in Miami on Thursday »»»
Pakistan, Kuwait sign expanded defense agreement amid regional tensions
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Kuwait signed an agreement on Thursday expanding military cooperation, with Islamabad to provide training, capacity building and border-management assistance to the Gulf state as regional security ties deepen amid the prolonged conflict involving Iran. The new protocol build»»»
Long road toward prosecuting Israel for violations in Lebanon: Mitri
BEIRUT: A report prepared by Lebanon’s National Commission for International Humanitarian Law documenting Israeli violations is being revised almost daily as infringements continue in southern Lebanon and the Lebanese state remains unable to access some of the areas where Israeli forces have advanc»»»
What Gaza’s children lose when toys become unaffordable
LONDON: In a market in Gaza, Maysa Yousef offered her children a choice — a slice of cake, or a toy. They wanted the toy, she said, she could see it in their eyes, but they chose cake instead. They understood what toys cost now and did not want to embarrass her in front of the shopkeeper. “Children»»»
Government Orders Financial Inspection of National Palace of Culture for 2024-2026
The Government has tasked the State Financial Inspection Agency with conducting a financial inspection of National Palace of Culture – Congress Centre Sofia EAD for the period between January 1, 2024 and June 30, 2026, the Government Information Service said. The review of financial data shows that»»»
Government Approves Draft Healthcare Cooperation Plan with North Macedonia
The Government on Thursday approved a draft 2026–2028 healthcare cooperation plan with North Macedonia. The document, which will serve as a basis for negotiations, is between the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Bulgaria and the Ministry of Health of the Republic of North Macedonia. The three-»»»
FDA approves new drug Rasonque to treat advanced pancreatic cancer
The US FDA on Wednesday approved Revolution Medicines' Rasonque for advanced pancreatic cancer, opening a new treatment option for patients with metastatic disease. A large trial found the once-daily pill doubled survival rates, offering fresh hope for people who have exhausted other treatments. Th»»»
Government Approves Bill Making Violations of EU Restrictive Measures Serious Crimes
The Government on Thursday approved a bill that would make violations and circumvention of EU restrictive measures serious criminal offences. The offences would be punishable by imprisonment, substantial fines and, where applicable, deprivation of certain rights. The amendments would fully transpos»»»
Cabinet Moves to Ensure Bulgaria Can Independently Maintain F-16 Block 70 Components
The Cabinet has proposed to Parliament to ratify an amendment to the Framework Agreement with US defence company Lockheed Martin under the Industrial Cooperation Programme linked to the acquisition of F-16 Block 70 fighter aircraft. The amendment will pave the way for the implementation of a new pr»»»
Cabinet Approves Establishment of Innovation and Technology Development Council
The Council of Ministers approved a draft decision establishing an Innovation and Technology Development Council as a consultative mechanism for shaping and implementing a long-term and consistent state policy on innovation and technological development, the government information service said on T»»»
Former Hungary international footballer Buzsáky missing, concern grows in England
The disappearance of former Hungary international footballer Ákos Buzsáky has sparked concern both in Hungary and England, where the midfielder spent much of his career. The 44-year-old has been reported missing by Hungarian authorities, while his former club Queens Park Rangers has said it is pray»»»
Hitesh Motwani appointed CEO of InsuranceMarket.ae, Avinash Babur moves to Chairman role
Dubai, UAE: InsuranceMarket.ae has appointed Hitesh Motwani as Chief Executive Officer following regulatory approval from the Central Bank of the UAE, marking an important new chapter for one of the UAE's leading insurance platforms. Founder Avinash Babur will move into the role of Chairman of Insu»»»
Israeli minister sets out plan to ‘Judaise’ Arab population centers
JERUSALEM: Israel’s far-right finance minister on Thursday laid out his party’s plan to dramatically increase the number of Jews living in two areas of the country with large Arab-Israeli populations. With elections approaching, Bezalel Smotrich said the plan would emulate what he termed the “revol»»»
Cabinet Revokes Consent to Open Consulate of Kazakhstan in Blagoevgrad, Southwestern Bulgaria
The Council of Ministers adopted a decision to withdraw the authorization granted to Rashko Dinkov, a Bulgarian citizen, to perform the duties of an honorary consular officer of Kazakhstan in Bulgaria, based in Blagoevgrad, Southwestern Bulgaria, and with a consular district covering the regions of»»»
New State Representative Appointed to Health Insurance Fund Supervisory Board
The Cabinet has appointed Hristo Stoyanov as the new State representative on the Supervisory Board of the National Health Insurance Fund, the government information service said. He is replacing Petko Salchev, who was relieved as the State's representative after leaving the post of Deputy Minister »»»
Global stocks steady as Nvidia lifts tech shares, FTSE 100 slips
London, Aug. 27 (SANA) Global stock markets were broadly steady Thursday as a strong revenue outlook from Nvidia supported technology shares, while persistent inflation concerns and uncertainty over US interest rates kept wider gains in check. The pan-European STOXX 600 slipped about 0.1%, while th»»»
Arab Group at UN condemns Israeli Occupation's illegal settlement expansion policies across occupied Palestine
New York: The Group of Arab States at the United Nations condemned the Israeli occupation's illegal settlement expansion policies across the occupied Palestinian territories, and rejected the the E1 settlement plan and related settlement activities in the occupied East Jerusalem (Al-Quds). The Arab»»»
Why Ratcliffe's secret visit to Moscow is concerning
The surprise arrival of CIA Director John Ratcliffe in Moscow has heightened fears of a direct confrontation between Russia and the West. The visit follows reports earlier this month that there is deepening concern among US intelligence officials that Moscow could attack a NATO country within weeks»»»
The general who could end Netanyahu’s era
Israeli politics are littered with the unaccomplished ambitions of former generals who thought they could turn military gravitas into political success. Of Israel’s 14 prime ministers, only three were generals, and the last one (Ariel Sharon) was elected more than 20 years ago. Still, a long line o»»»
Guterres says he expects UN budget contribution from US very soon
UNITED NATIONS: United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said on Thursday he expects a new contribution of hundreds of millions of dollars the United States owes to the UN budget very soon. Reuters reported last week that the Trump administration has informed the US Congress of its intent»»»
Cabinet Adopts Regulation on Procedures for Conducting Integrity Tests for Civil Servants
The Council of Ministers adopted on Thursday a Regulation on the conditions and procedures for conducting integrity tests for civil servants. The Regulation was adopted pursuant to the Civil Servants Act, alongside which measures from key stage 226a "Measures to combat corruption and enhance integr»»»
Clashes in Spain’s Ceuta month after mass migrant influx
CEUTA, Spain: Protests over security in Spain’s North African enclave of Ceuta escalated into violent clashes with the Spanish military Thursday, a month after a mass influx of migrants from Morocco. Residents of Ceuta, which is just 18 square kilometers (seven square miles) in size, have held seve»»»
Customer data stolen in cyberattack on 3 British airports
London: Private data on millions of customers has been stolen in a cyberattack on three British airports, the Manchester Airports Group announced Thursday, saying the attack did not impact flights or airport operations. MAG, which operates the Manchester, London Stansted and East Midlands airports,»»»
Vibe being created by Saudi Vision 2030 is addictive, says international television producer
RIYADH: Great television does not begin when the cameras start rolling — it begins with people who know how to recognize an idea, nurture talent and bring stories to life. Bart-Jan van Genderen has spent decades doing just that. From helping build the production infrastructure behind some of the wo»»»
Axios: Re-shaping West Asia, One Bullet Point at a Time
Hussein Mughnieh Axios: a powerful name in today’s media zeitgeist, responsible for major “scoops” from Trump’s White House and a steady buffet of investigative reports on empire’s strategy in West Asia. Its digital menu offers everything from scandalous telephone battles between Israeli prime mini»»»
Israel army prepares West Bank troop reinforcements ahead of Jewish holidays
JERUSALEM: Israel’s military chief on Thursday said he had ordered preparations for reinforcing troops in the occupied West Bank ahead of Jewish high holidays and as violence surges in the territory. “Given the tensions in Judea and Samaria and the upcoming holiday period, I am ordering the elevati»»»