At the start of the year, Bulgaria’s fruit market has seen notable price swings, particularly for citrus fruits. Data from the State Commission for Commodity Exchanges and Markets (DCBMT) show that in January, tangerine prices surged by over 14 percent, reaching 1.33 euros per kilogram, while orang»»»

Data has long been recognised as an organisation’s most valuable asset, arguably more important than physical infrastructure or even brand. This is reflected by intangible corporate assets, primarily data including R&D and intellectual property, exceeding $60 trillion in value in 2024. When used ef»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Public Works Authority ‘Ashghal’ announced the awarding and tendering of 20 new projects with a total value estimated at about 11.5 billion riyals, within the framework of the state's plan to complete infrastructure, building, drainage and service facilities projects, in line with »»»

The National Meteorological Service (EMY) issued an emergency weather bulletin placing areas throughout Greece on orange alert on Tuesday and Wednesday. Short but heavy rain and thunderstorms will hit Lesvos and Chios islands on Tuesday afternoon, with worsening weather expected on Wednesday, the N»»»

The BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi has welcomed more than four million visitors in just two years, emerging as a “powerful symbol” of India-UAE friendship. Marking the temple’s second anniversary, Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, noted how the landmark has»»»

At the Petromidia refinery, the intervention fleet has been renewed with two fire trucks and two foam‑transport tankers, specially acquired to complement the semi‑fixed extinguishing system on petroleum product tanks. “Through this project, we have succeeded in integrating state‑of‑the‑art technica»»»

Ukraine’s self-declared above-election leader Vladimir Zelensky has found time to publicly share his fantasies with the only audience he cares about: the West, in particular the US, and specifically its president Donald Trump. Since it must be hard for Zelensky to get anyone’s ear in Washington now»»»

Did you know there’s a new market quietly emerging at the intersection of technology and real estate, and it is anticipated to redefine digital infrastructure as we know it?JLL’s ‘Future of Quantum Real Estate’ report lays down a clear roadmap for quantum computing, and says it is accelerating towa»»»

Twenty high-clearance vehicles will strengthen the work of the state authorities responsible for protecting the Bulgarian areas within the EU's Natura 2000 ecological network. Manol Genov, Minister of Environment and Water in the outgoing government, received a symbolic key for the vehicles after t»»»

A massive police operation of the Sofia Directorate of the Interior is being carried out in the area of ​​the village of Bistritsa, as announced on their Facebook page. The operation is in connection with the search for the perpetrators of the arson of the car and front door of the house of Bistrit»»»

Transport systems are being redefined. Across the world, the emphasis is shifting from vehicle ownership to access on demand. This change is not simply technological; it reflects broader trends in how people live and work, the growing focus on sustainability, and the increasing expectation for conv»»»

Former US President Barack Obama has clarified that the chances Earth has been visited by aliens is "low" after comments he made about extra-terrestrial species caught attention online. "They're real but I haven't seen them," he told American podcast host Brian Tyler Cohen during an interview publi»»»

The newly delivered building was developed in line with CTP’s standard technical specifications and forms part of the wider CTPark Bucharest South development. With this addition, the park now totals approximately 140,000 sqm of completed space, further consolidating its position as a growing logis»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli drone targets an area surrounding a bulldozer in the town of Ma’roub: Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon 16-02-2026 12:40 PM L»»»

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Dubai: At least two people, including a child, were killed and 17 others injured in a motorcycle bomb explosion near a police station in northwestern Pakistan on Monday, officials said. The blast occurred near Miryan Police Station in Bannu district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, a region that has»»»

In banking and fintech, the speed of change has outpaced the speed of most boardrooms. A KPMG analysis of U.S. listed banks found the average age of bank directors was 63.3 years in 2022, underlining how far governance has lagged the digital transition. Fast‑charging technology, real‑time payments,»»»

Across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), the way success in major projects is judged is evolving. For many years, projects were considered successful if they were large, fast to build, and technically impressive. Today, success is defined more broadly. Global studies suggest that nearly 80 per ce»»»

Doha, Qatar: A round of political consultations was held in Doha today between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar and the Republic of Uzbekistan. The Qatari side was chaired by the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, HE Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi, with the Uzbek side chaire»»»

Nuuk: Greenland's capital Nuuk registered its warmest ever January -- beating a record that stood for 109 years -- as temperatures soared across the Arctic island's west coast, the Danish Meteorological Institute said Monday. While Europe and North America experienced a cold snap in January, Nuuk r»»»

The Israeli producer of hit spy thriller “Tehran” was found dead on Sunday at a hotel room in Athens, Greek police officials said while a probe into the incident is underway. The body of the ⁠52-year-old woman, identified ⁠as Dana Eden, was found after a relative made several failed ​attempts to re»»»

As part of its preparations for Ramadan, Sharjah Charity International organised a seminar for the employees of its fundraising and resource development department to enhance performance and strengthen the outcomes of its upcoming Ramadan campaign. The seminar, held at Al Nawras hospitality hall, w»»»

A scientific symposium entitled “Transition to Clean Energy in Fezzan,” organized and supervised by the University of Fezzan and supported by the National Oil Corporation (NOC), commenced last Thursday, (12 February) at ​Ubari municipality. The symposium witnessed a high-level attendance, including»»»

According to preliminary estimates, the gross domestic product (GDP) in January 2026 amounted to 125,718.1 billion soms. Compared to the same period in 2025, it increased by 9 percent, the National Statistical Committee of Kyrgyzstan reported. GDP growth at year-end 2025 was 11.1 percent. According»»»

Kathmandu, Nepal: The Qatar-Nepal Business Council held its inaugural meeting in Kathmandu, Nepal, as part of a three-day visit by a Qatari business delegation. The session was co-chaired by Qatar Chamber Board Member and Chairman of the Qatari side of the Council, HE Mohamed bin Ahmed Al Obaidli, »»»

The Israeli occupation forces (IOF) kidnapped dozens of Palestinian citizens during raids in the West Bank and Jerusalem last night and early Monday. Breaking | Israeli occupation forces abduct over 30 Palestinian civilians while storming the city of Nablus in the northern occupied West Bank. pic.t»»»

Dubai: Bollywood stars couldn’t help rooting for Team India and showering the jubilant players with praise after their emphatic victory over Pakistan at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 on February 15th in Colombo. From heartfelt messages to celebratory one-liners, the film industry lit up social m»»»

In January, Bulgaria recorded a monthly inflation rate of 0.6%, marking the first month after the country’s adoption of the euro, according to preliminary figures from the National Statistical Institute (NSI). The annual inflation rate reached 3.5%, slightly below the NSI’s earlier express estimate»»»

Dubai: Ajman has unveiled the Masfout Gate project in the mountainous Masfout region, marking a significant step in efforts to transform rural areas into tourism and cultural destinations. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The gateway, inaugurated by His Highness Sheikh »»»

Taxi drivers are escalating their protests as the Attica Taxi Drivers’ Union (SATA) announced a three-day strike from Tuesday through Thursday across the greater Athens region. Drivers from other parts of Greece are expected to join the strike on Wednesday and Thursday. SATA opposes what it calls a»»»

An armed man robbed a supermarket in Piraeus shortly before 9 a.m. Monday, threatening a cashier with a gun and fleeing with an undisclosed amount of money, authorities said. The suspect, who had covered his face, escaped on foot in an unknown direction. Authorities are investigating whether the in»»»

Pleven residents protested Monday for justice in the case over a high-profile car accident that killed 12-year-old Siyana Popova on March 31, 2025. The protesters gathered in front of the city's courthouse before the seventh court hearing in the case was opened. Protesters briefly blocked the inter»»»

Abu Dhabi is set to host IAAPA Expo Middle East 2026 for the first time, marking a significant milestone for the UAE’s fast-expanding entertainment and attractions sector. The decision underscores the emirate’s long-term tourism strategy and its growing role as both a regional and global hub for le»»»

Dubai: Overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) are reminded to ensure that their employment documents are in order to ensure that their rights and welfare are well covered while working abroad. One key requirement for OFWs in the UAE is contract verification. According to the Migrant Workers Office (MWO) »»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - North Korean leader Kim Jong Un attended a ceremony in Pyongyang over the weekend to inaugurate Saeppyol Street, which honors North Korean soldiers who helped liberate the Russian region of Kursk, the state-run Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported on Monday. "The meaningful»»»

The EU has to engage in direct negotiations with Russia to resolve the Ukraine conflict, Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker has said. The EU and UK cut diplomatic communication with Moscow following the escalation of the Ukraine conflict in 2022. However, several EU leaders have recently called »»»

US President Donald Trump has said members of his newly formed Board of Peace have pledged “thousands of personnel” and billions of dollars to a potential international stabilization force that will be tasked with administering Gaza. In a post on Truth Social on Sunday, Trump said countries taking »»»

Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelensky has launched another public attack against Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, just hours after disparaging him during an address at the Munich Security Conference. The Munich gathering honored Zelensky with its annual award for ‘outstanding’ contributions to p»»»

The Committee on International Affairs, Defense, Security, and Migration of the Parliament of Kyrgyzstan approved the draft law «On Ratification of the Extradition Treaty between Kyrgyzstan and Mongolia,» signed in Bishkek on July 21, 2025, in its third reading. The document provides legal mechanis»»»

AED Stablecoin LLC, owned by Al Maryah Community Bank, announced a major milestone in its digital transformation journey as its “AEC Wallet” has received approval from the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates to top up AE Coin through cryptocurrency settlement, in full compliance with the Centr»»»

A long discussion during a prominent cyber event in Dubai highlighted how Security Information and Event Management has evolved far beyond log aggregation and static alerts into intelligent, context-aware, business intelligent Next-Gen Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platforms. The»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian forces liberated the settlement Minkovka in the Donetsk People's Republic (DPR), the Russian Defense Ministry said on Monday. "As a result of active actions, Battlegroup Yug liberated the settlement of Minkovka in the Donetsk People's Republic," the statement said. The Ru»»»

The European Investment Bank (EIB) has announced a €34 million commitment for an expansion of solar-power production in Romania. The EIB financing is to support the construction and operation in southwestern Romania of three photovoltaic plants that will have a combined capacity of 190 megawatts (M»»»

Flooding and fierce winds have pushed Madagascar's death toll from Cyclone Gezani to 59, with more than a dozen people still unaccounted for, the country's disaster agency said on Monday. It is the latest in a string of tropical storms to batter the southern African island in recent months, undersc»»»

The Kremlin said on Monday that what it called "the main issues" would be ‌discussed ‌in peace talks ‌on ⁠Ukraine due to be ⁠held in Geneva this week, including territory. Kremlin spokesman ⁠Dmitry Peskov ‌said ‌that Putin ‌aide Vladimir ‌Medinsky, military intelligence chief Igor Kostyukov, and sp»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Army Chief Pushes Support for Lebanese Army at Munich Conference 16-02-2026 12:05 PM Lebanese Army Commander General Rodolphe Haykal in an »»»

Dubai: A three-year-old child died after accidentally falling into a water pool during his mother’s maternity photoshoot in Bengaluru, police said. The child, identified as Lakshmeer, was the son of Charan and Swathi. The incident occurred on Saturday while Swathi, who is eight months pregnant, was»»»

Iran's foreign minister has arrived in Geneva ahead of a second round of negotiations with the United States, Iranian state television said Monday, as Washington keeps up pressure on the Islamic republic. According to Tehran, "indirect" Iran–U.S. nuclear talks mediated by Oman will be held on Tuesd»»»

Sharjah: In line with the directives of His Highness Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, the Sharjah Debt Settlement Committee (SDSC) approved Dh76.974 million to clear the debt of 141 citizens. The generous gesture is aimed at providing a stable a»»»