Borge Brende, the president and CEO of the World Economic Forum, which organises the annual Davos summit, announced his resignation on Thursday, weeks after the forum launched an independent investigation into his links with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.  The president and CEO o»»»

Specific information on election candidates will be submitted upon their registration to the Communist-Era Secret Police Files Committee, according to legislative revisions that Bulgaria's Parliament passed conclusively on Thursday. The bill to amend the Act on Access to, and Disclosure of, Documen»»»

Bulgarian banks are 99% ready to implement the Instant Payments Regulation, which will take effect in Bulgaria on January 1, 2027, Radoslav Daskalov, Deputy Chair of the Payment Infrastructure Committee at the Association of Banks in Bulgaria (ABB), told BTA. "We can confidently say that the bankin»»»

For at least 34 years, Canada held an unbroken grip on the top spot in US trade. In 2025, Mexico ended it, and the timing could hardly be more consequential. According to reports from Bloomberg and Forbes, M»»»

Russia has accused the United States of irresponsibly stoking regional tensions over Iran, with Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova saying Moscow continues to see "unceasing threats" against Tehran on February 26. »»»

Russia has accused the United States of irresponsibly stoking regional tensions over Iran, with Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova saying Moscow continues to see "unceasing threats" against Tehran on February 26. »»»

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has announced early elections - hailing the next four years as "decisive" for her country. "We as Danes and as Europeans will really have to stand on our own feet," Frederiksen told parliament. "We need to define our relationship with the United States," she »»»

At the 9th Kurultai of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan, a new composition of the Ulema Council (Aalymdar Keneshi) was approved, increasing its membership from 21 to 25. Zamir kary Rakiev was unanimously re-elected as head of the Council. It was announced by muftiyat. The Kurultai was attended by 220 delegate»»»

Dubai: The Supreme Court on Thursday directed the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) to disclose the “specific names” of all individuals involved in drafting and approving a controversial Class 8 Social Science textbook chapter that refers to corruption in the judiciary, »»»

Two people were arrested on Thursday after allegedly attempting to bring large knives into the courthouse complex at Evelpidon in Athens, authorities said. Security guards discovered the weapons during routine screening at the entrance to the Evelpidon court facilities. According to sources, the kn»»»

WASHINGTON - The executive director of the US National Energy Dominance Council Jarrod Agen, who has met with Serbian Minister of Mining and Energy Dubravka Djedovic Handanovic in Washington, says Serbia is poised to be an energy leader in its region and that he expects great results in Serbia-US e»»»

Presidential Leadership Council (PLC) member and Governor of Yemen's eastern Hadramout province Salem al-Khanbashi says he believes that “Hadramout triumphed for itself,” and that what took place there in December 2025 and early January 2026 marked a decisive moment in which Hadhramis reclaimed the»»»

Iceland will in the coming months hold a referendum on ​joining ‌the European ⁠Union, Prime Minister Kristrun Frostadottir told a ‌press conference in Poland. Iceland in 2013 abandoned EU membership talks ​after four years of negotiations, ​but a rise ​in the cost of living and ​the ongoing war in »»»

Dubai: Dubai Municipality has awarded contracts for five new projects under Phase Two of the Tasreef Programme to expand and strengthen Dubai’s stormwater drainage network. Cumulatively valued at Dh2.5 billion, the new projects will serve 30 vital areas spanning approximately 430 million square met»»»

Lisbon: Cristiano Ronaldo announced on Thursday that he had acquired a 25 per cent stake in Saudi-owned Spanish second-division club Almeria. "This strategic investment in UD Almeria reflects Ronaldo's long-term commitment to professional football ownership," said a statement from his new sports ho»»»

Caretaker Labour and Social Policy Minister Hasan Ademov stated on Wednesday stated that the ministry must ensure that people with disabilities can freely express their right to vote. He spoke during a meeting with national representative organizations of people with disabilities, the ministry anno»»»

Indirect negotiations between Iran and the United States in Geneva have paused for a break and will resume later today, following what the Omani mediator described as an exchange of “innovative and positive ideas.” Oman’s Foreign Minister Badr al-Busaidi announced the development, stating: “Today i»»»

Tunis, Feb 26 (TAP) - The National Commission for Granting Benefits, under the Agricultural Investment Promotion Agency (APIA), approved on Thursday two investment operations in the governorate of Nabeul, for a total estimated value of TND 19...»»»

Turkish industry has begun 2026 under significant strain. Port cargo volumes have suffered one of the steepest January declines seen in recent years, business daily Ekonomi has reported. According to data from th»»»

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) confirmed its commitment to supporting the Syrian government’s efforts to rehabilitate the economy and improve the performance of key economic institutions, indicating that the country has entered an accelerating recovery phase, SANA reported on February 26. »»»

Ride-hailing giant Uber has unveiled "Uber Air powered by Joby," allowing riders to book Joby Aviation's all-electric air taxis directly within the Uber app, as Joby prepares to carry its first passengers in Dubai later this year in what the partners describe as a major milestone in urban air mobil»»»

Iranian and American negotiators in Geneva briefly suspended their third round of talks on February 26 before preparing to resume the same day, with Omani Foreign Minister Badr Busaidi describing the atmosphere as one of "creative and positive" exchanges, ISNA reported. »»»

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

Not a single acquittal has been handed down by a court in Tajikistan in the past two years. The stark statistic is highlighted by a report published this week by Tajik daily Asia-Plus. »»»

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

Ukraine’s struggle to keep the lights on under sustained Russian bombardment this winter has yielded ten core lessons for energy security that policymakers worldwide would be wise to study, according to a new report from the International Energy Agency. »»»

Ukraine has preserved macroeconomic stability despite a fourth year of full-scale war, but its growth prospects for 2026 have been sharply downgraded as expectations of a ceasefire fade, according to the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. »»»

Oil and gas revenues will account for less than 20% of Russia's budget this year, Finance Minister Anton Siluanov told the Duma on February 26, as oil prices tumble and sanctions on Russia’s shadow fleet become more effective. »»»

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

Ukraine has preserved macroeconomic stability despite a fourth year of full-scale war, but its growth prospects for 2026 have been sharply downgraded as expectations of a ceasefire fade, according to the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. »»»

Russian Finance Minister Anton Sulianov was speaking to the Duma yesterday and announced a pretty radical new direction. What he's proposing to do is to move the budget away from its traditional addiction to oil and gas export revenue and make Russia a consumption-based economy, (with a useful, but»»»

Doha, Qatar: Nebras Energy Q.P.S.C. announced the successful finalization of its negotiations with ENGIE S.A. for the acquisition, through its wholly owned subsidiary Ras Laffan Operating Company, of the equity interests held by ENGIE S.A.'s subsidiaries in Qatar Power and Ras Girtas Power. In a st»»»