President Yotova to Announce Caretaker Prime Minister in Coming Days, Greatness Offers Support
During consultations with President Iliana Yotova, "Greatness" party leader Ivelin Mihaylov emphasized the urgent challenge facing the caretaker government: halting ongoing harmful processes and initiating a positive recovery. Mihaylov expressed full confidence in Yotova’s forthcoming decision and »»»
Rising Reserves and Easing Inflation Place Egypt on a Firmer Recovery Path
Egypt’s macroeconomic position at the start of 2026 reflects a broad-based and increasingly durable improvement, led by record foreign-exchange reserves and a clear easing trend in inflation. Net international reserves climbed to an all-time high of $52.59 billion at the end of January, according t»»»
Islamic Revolution Anniversary Rallies to Span 1,400 Cities, Draw 7,700 Media Personnel: Official
Rallies marking the 47th anniversary of Iran’s Islamic Revolution will be held in more than 1,400 cities nationwide, with some 7,700 domestic and foreign journalists set to cover the events, an official said. Kamal Khodadadeh, Deputy for Ceremonies and Provincial Affairs at the Islamic Propagation »»»
Tunindex closes month of January up 6.72%
(TAP)- Tunindex closed the month of January at 14, 353.47 points, posting a 6.72% rise after growing 2.12% in December 2025, the Tunis stock market said in its monthly analysis. The trading volume amounted to TND 240.1 million, dipping 34% in...»»»
As a fellow Puerto Rican, Bad Bunny's Super Bowl show was personal
Like Bad Bunny, I have also heard people say that my Puerto Rican Spanish is unintelligible. As a fellow Puerto Rican, whenever someone asks why I identify with Bad Bunny, the first thing that comes to mind is that, at some point in our lives, we've both worked in supermarkets packing customers' gr»»»
Fujairah Police hit 99.46% electronic reporting rate
Fujairah Police have achieved a major milestone in digital transformation, with 99.46 per cent of police reports now submitted through electronic channels, reflecting the efficiency of smart systems and growing public confidence in digital services. The achievement follows continuous development of»»»
Global shares mostly rise, led by post-election rally in Japan
Global shares were mostly higher Tuesday as Japan's benchmark set another record after a historic election win for the nation's first female prime minister. France's CAC 40 edged up 0.2% in early trading to 8,342.16, while Germany's DAX lost nearly 0.2% to 24,977.44. Britain's FTSE 100 slipped 0.5%»»»
Honda reports declining profit as Trump's tariffs, EV moves hurt earnings
Honda reported Tuesday a 42% drop in profit for the nine months through December, compared to a year earlier, as U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs hurt the Japanese automaker's earnings. Tokyo-based Honda Motor Co.'s profit over the three quarters totaled 465.4 billion yen ($3 billion), down fr»»»
Misery deepens in West Bank as Israel provides few Palestinian work permits
Hanadi Abu Zant hasn't been able to pay rent on her apartment in the occupied West Bank for nearly a year after losing her permit to work inside Israel. When her landlord calls the police on her, she hides in a mosque. "My biggest fear is being kicked out of my home. Where will we sleep, on the str»»»
Vucic: Exports to China could save Serbian wine industry, gov't to help
BELGRADE - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said on Tuesday nothing would save the Serbian wine industry unless it exported 15-30 mln bottles of wine a year to China, and added that the government would help wine exporters. "Simply, we need to ensure the largest possible exports to China, and the»»»
Macron urges Europe to start acting like world power
French President Emmanuel Macron has urged Europe to assert itself on the world stage, saying it is time to start acting like a "power". In the face of growing threats from China, Russia and now the US, he told a group of European newspapers that the continent faced a "wake-up call". "Are we ready »»»
Mubadala in massive $6.2b buy of US-based Clear Channel in all-cash deal
Dubai: Mubadala Capital and US asset manager TWG Global have signed a definitive agreement to acquire US outdoor advertising group Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings in a transaction valuing the company at $6.2 billion, including debt, marking one of the largest media buyouts led by Abu Dhabi capital i»»»
UAE partners with Starlink to educate remote, underserved communities globally
The UAE has unveiled a new initiative that will see high quality digital education become more accessible to remote and underserved communities worldwide. This will be made possible following the partnership between The Digital School and Starlink, the satellite internet service, and will target 10»»»
Business - 'It's a chicken or egg question': Expert says digital economy can empower nations
The digital economy now accounts for 17 percent of global GDP and is worth over $20 trillion, according to a new report by the International Data Centre Authority (IDCA). But growth has been uneven across the world, with more than 1 billion people having poor access to electricity. IDCA's CEO Mehdi»»»
Flexible work is a promising idea, but real balance remains a challenge in 2026 – Claudia Sofianu, EY Romania
The issue of balancing professional and personal life is older than we might think and did not emerge overnight. However, in recent years, particularly in the post-pandemic period, the debate has intensified and gained new layers. This is hardly surprising, given that today’s context is far more co»»»
The best Valentine’s Day chocolates
Chocolate on Valentine’s Day goes beyond tradition – it is a universal expression of love and warmth. It's a classic gift that everyone appreciates. Whether you're selecting luxurious truffles or thoughtfully crafted assortment boxes, chocolates are a simple but wonderful present on February 14. 1)»»»
Industrial leasing demand in Romania reaches record levels in 2025 – Colliers report
Romania’s industrial and logistics real estate market continued to grow in 2025, with more than 300,000 square metres of modern space delivered, bringing total stock to around 8 million square metres, according to the annual report by Colliers. The year was marked by record demand, with publicly an»»»
COMMENT: US vice president plants a flag in the South Caucasus
Some six months after a breakthrough agreement signed between Armenia and Azerbaijan in a White House ceremony, US Vice President JD Vance arrived in Armenia on February 9-10 on the first leg of a regional visit that continues in Azerbaijan on February 10-11. »»»
COMMENT: US vice president plants a flag in the South Caucasus
Some six months after a breakthrough agreement signed between Armenia and Azerbaijan in a White House ceremony, US Vice President JD Vance arrived in Armenia on February 9-10 on the first leg of a regional visit that continues in Azerbaijan on February 10-11. »»»
Former Romanian presidential candidate on trial for far-right propaganda
One of the two criminal cases initiated by prosecutors against former Romanian presidential candidate Călin Georgescu, concerning alleged fascist, far-right, racist and xenophobic propaganda, has passed the preliminary chamber stage at the Bucharest Court, clearing the way for public hearings to be»»»
Polish parcel company InPost to be acquired by consortium with Advent, FedEx for €7.8bn
A consortium led by private equity firm Advent and FedEx have reached a conditional agreement on an intended recommended all-cash public offer for all shares in Poland’s leading out-of-home delivery and automated parcel lockers company InPost at an offer price of €15.60 (cum dividend) per share, In»»»
DFSA fine on Al Ramz Capital upheld over delayed reporting of suspicious trades
Dubai: The Financial Markets Tribunal has upheld a decision by the Dubai Financial Services Authority to fine Al Ramz Capital LLC $25,000 for failing to immediately report suspicious transactions executed on Nasdaq Dubai. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The ruling, iss»»»
Three-year heatwave bleached half the planet's coral reefs: study
Paris, France: A study published on Tuesday showed that more than half of the world's coral reefs were bleached between 2014-2017 -- a record-setting episode now being eclipsed by another series of devastating heatwaves. The analysis concluded that 51 percent of the world's reefs endured moderate o»»»
You can now turn Emirates Skywards Miles into cashback – here’s how
Dubai: Emirates Skywards members in the UAE can now turn their Miles into cashback when shopping, dining, or paying for services at hundreds of outlets. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The airline’s loyalty programme has added the feature to its Skywards Everyday app, »»»
AlUla Conference Urges Emerging Economies to Act Decisively, Define Their Own Growth Models
The AlUla Conference for Emerging Market Economies concluded with a clear call for emerging nations to move beyond imitation and take ownership of their economic futures, as global uncertainty reshapes trade, finance and development models. Speakers stressed that emerging markets now possess the co»»»
Bulgaria’s Score in Corruption Perceptions Index 2025 Is Country's Worst Since 2012 - Transparency International
Bulgaria has recorded a record-low score in the Corruption Perceptions Index 2025, falling to 40 out of a possible 100 points this year. The country ranks 84th out of 182 countries and territories, marking its worst result since 2012, according to the annual index published on the website of Transp»»»
Media Review: February 10
As on Monday, Tuesday’s news media are dominated by reports and speculation about the latest developments around the Petrohan case – six violent deaths that occurred between February 1 and 8 in Northwestern Bulgaria. PETROHAN CASE The 24 Chasa tabloid daily frontpages an article on the Petrohan cas»»»
PRYPCO marketplace goes live as Dubai opens regulated resale of tokenised property stakes
Dubai: A regulated marketplace allowing the resale of tokenised property stakes will go live in Dubai on February 20, opening secondary trading for fractional real estate ownership under the emirate’s tokenisation framework. The move introduces live buy-and-sell functionality after an initial pilot»»»
Citrus farming in Tartous: A vital economic pillar for coastal families
Tartous, Feb. 10 (SANA) Citrus production in Syria’s coastal Tartous province is a vital economic pillar for local families, with total output reaching about 146,000 tons a year, making it one of the country’s most productive citrus-growing regions, according to local officials. Around 9,200 hectar»»»
Romania’s corruption perception score stalls as institutional weaknesses persist – Transparency International
Corruption is worsening globally, with even consolidated democracies registering rising levels, amid declining leadership, according to the 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) released today by Transparency International. The number of countries scoring above 80 points has dropped from 12 a dec»»»
Seven Killed in Gold Mine Accident in Eastern China, State Media CCTV Reports
Seven people were killed in a gold mine accident in China's eastern Shandong province, and authorities were investigating, state-run CCTV reported, sending shares of the mine owner, Zhaojin Mining Industry, down 6% on Tuesday, Reuters said. The accident occurred on Saturday when a cage fell down a»»»
Iran Warns of 'Destructive' Influence on Diplomacy ahead of Netanyahu's US Trip
The secretary of Iran's top security body arrived in Oman on Tuesday, amid Iranian warning of "destructive" influence on diplomacy ahead of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to Washington for talks expected to focus on US negotiations with Tehran. "Our negotiating party is America. »»»
National Sport Day reflects state's vision of sport as a way of life: Shura Council speaker
DOHA: Speaker of the Shura Council HE Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim affirmed that National Sports Day embodies the State of Qatar's clear approach, guided by the vision of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, to advance public health and entrench sport as a daily practice that sup»»»
US oil blockade: How long before Cuba collapses?
BusinessCubaUS oil blockade: How long before Cuba collapses?Andreas KnoblochAs the US oil embargo on Cuba takes hold, the country is rapidly running out of fuel. The effects on the country's economy and population could be devastating, a Latin America expert in Havana told DW. https://p.dw.com/p/58»»»
Top investors reveal where Dh10,000 could work hardest in 2026
Dubai: Dh10,000 is enough to expose an investor to factors shaping global markets in 2026. Lower interest rates, heavy AI investment, uneven equity valuations and persistent geopolitical risk are setting the tone for a year that could reward patience. For retail investors, the challenge is in decid»»»
Emirates reveals most-booked cities by travellers
Dubai: Want a cheaper Emirates flight ticket? The Dubai carrier says travellers who plan months in advance are most likely to secure better value. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The airline, fresh from its busiest January for family travel bookings, says the majority »»»
Two Palestinians martyred in an Israeli airstrike targeting a bicycle at the entrance of Al-Musaddar village, central Gaza Strip - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Two Palestinians martyred in an Israeli airstrike targeting a bicycle at the entrance of Al-Musaddar village, central Gaza Strip 10-02-2026»»»
Al-Manar correspondent: Machine gun fire from enemy border positions targeted the outskirts of Al-Dhahira - 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: Machine gun fire from enemy border positions targeted the outskirts of Al-Dhahira 10-02-2026 10:56 AM Latest News U»»»
Warming Climate Threatens Greenland’s Ancestral Way of Life
Standing in his boat with binoculars in hand, hunter Malik Kleist scans the horizon for seals. But this February, the sea ice in southwestern Greenland has yet to freeze, threatening traditional livelihoods like his. "Normally the seals are on the ice or in the more calm waters. But today we had to»»»
Trump threatens to block bridge to Canada
US President Donald Trump has threatened to block the opening of a major new bridge linking Canada and the US unless Washington receives compensation and a partial ownership stake in the project. In a lengthy post on his Truth Social platform on Monday, Trump said he would not allow the Gordie Howe»»»
UAE top court overturns Dh3m award in crash that killed three brothers
Dubai: The Federal Supreme Court has overturned a lower court ruling awarding Dh3 million in compensation to a father who lost three sons in a traffic accident, citing insufficient explanation of how damages were calculated, while upholding the employer company’s liability. The case stems from a cr»»»
How Japan’s prime minister will use her massive new mandate
Takaichi Sanae gambled her position as Japan’s prime minister by calling a snap election. Her bet has paid off. The ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) triumphed on 8 February. The LDP won a commanding two-thirds supermajority in parliament’s powerful lower house, even without the support of its »»»
Bulgaria Sinks to the Bottom Again: New Corruption Index Exposes Deepening Governance Crisis
Transparency International’s Corruption Perceptions Index for 2025 paints a bleak picture, showing that corruption remains entrenched worldwide and that attempts to reduce it have largely failed. The latest findings underline that global levels of corruption continue to be dangerously high, with li»»»
Gold Falls on Investor Caution ahead of Key US Economic Data
Gold fell on Tuesday, though held above the $5,000-per-ounce level, as investors stayed cautious ahead of key US jobs and inflation data due later this week that could help gauge the US Federal Reserve's interest rate trajectory. Spot gold fell 0.7% to $5,030.80 per ounce by 0716 GMT. The metal gai»»»
PMS Bazaar hosts Dubai summit with India’s top PMS, AIF and GIFT City fund managers
Dubai is set to host the much-anticipated fourth edition of the Dubai Alternative Investment Summit (DAIS 2026), as PMS Bazaar brings the flagship forum back to the city following three successful editions. DAIS 2026 comes at a time when India’s alternative investments, spanning portfolio managemen»»»
Why have gold prices soared to their highest point?
A member of the Gold Division of the Egyptian Chambers of Commerce Sameh Abdel-Hakim on Monday explained the reasons behind the current rise in gold prices in the Egyptian market. During his interview with Sada el-Balad TV, he explained one of the main reasons is the trend among global central bank»»»
Norofert starts capital increase operation to support strategic investments
Norofert, the leading producer of organic agricultural inputs and biotechnology provider for agriculture in Romania, listed on the AeRO market of the Bucharest Stock Exchange (BVB symbol: NRF), announces that it has started the share capital increase through cash contribution following the approval»»»
Bulgaria Gets Record-Low Score in Corruption Perceptions Index 2025 - Transparency International
Bulgaria has recorded a record-low score in the Corruption Perceptions Index 2025, falling to 40 out of a possible 100 points this year. The country ranks 84th out of 182 countries and territories, marking its worst result since 2012, according to the annual index published on the website of Transp»»»
Ministry of Public Health and partners mark Qatar National Sport Day
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Public Health, in collaboration with Hamad Medical Corporation and the Primary Health Care Corporation, marked National Sport Day today by organising a series of distinctive activities at Aspire Park and Al Bidda Park under the theme “I Chose Sport”. HE Mansoor bin Ebra»»»
BR Interview | Paul Coxhill: Brand building is fundamental in B2B marketing
He is the Chief Operating Officer and President of LIONS, the group of businesses including WARC, Effie, Contagious, and Acuity Pricing and the home of Cannes Lions. As an ex-CMO and a leading industry voice, Paul Coxhill is a passionate advocate for the role of marketing as a driver of business gr»»»