India’s Modi addresses Israeli Parliament, deal negotiations ongoing
On the first day of his two day visit to Israel Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Israeli parliament, the Knesset in Jerusalem, according to a report by All India Radio. During the address Modi condoled the»»»
India’s Modi addresses Israeli Parliament, deal negotiations ongoing
On the first day of his two day visit to Israel Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Israeli parliament, the Knesset in Jerusalem, according to a report by All India Radio. During the address Modi condoled the»»»
India’s Modi addresses Israeli Parliament, deal negotiations ongoing
On the first day of his two day visit to Israel Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Israeli parliament, the Knesset in Jerusalem, according to a report by All India Radio. During the address Modi condoled the»»»
India’s Modi addresses Israeli Parliament, deal negotiations ongoing
On the first day of his two day visit to Israel Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Israeli parliament, the Knesset in Jerusalem, according to a report by All India Radio. During the address Modi condoled the»»»
India’s Modi addresses Israeli Parliament, deal negotiations ongoing
On the first day of his two day visit to Israel Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Israeli parliament, the Knesset in Jerusalem, according to a report by All India Radio. During the address Modi condoled the»»»
India’s Modi addresses Israeli Parliament, deal negotiations ongoing
On the first day of his two day visit to Israel Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Israeli parliament, the Knesset in Jerusalem, according to a report by All India Radio. During the address Modi condoled the»»»
Russia’s MinFin to tighten budget rule as oil revenues sink
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. »»»
Russia’s MinFin to tighten budget rule as oil revenues sink
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. »»»
Air Arabia rolls out daily flights on new European route from Sharjah
Dubai: Travellers from the UAE will soon have another low cost option to Europe after Air Arabia announced the launch of a new daily international route from Sharjah to Rome, strengthening connectivity and offering more affordable travel choices for residents. Sign up for our daily business newslet»»»
Jeddah Waterfront Tops List of Tourist Destinations During Ramadan
Jeddah Waterfront has emerged as a leading tourist destination during Ramadan. The site offers a comprehensive experience that combines entertainment, sports, arts and hospitality. The promenade extends along the Red Sea. It provides visitors with an ideal setting for evening walks after iftar in a»»»
NKorea Warns it Could Destroy South if Threatened, Leaves Door Open for US Dialogue
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un claimed his nuclear-armed country could “completely destroy” South Korea if its security were threatened, reiterating his refusal to engage with Seoul, state media said Thursday. However, he left the door open to dialogue with Washington as he concluded a ruling part»»»
Israeli soldiers shot a Palestinian boy and stood around as he bled to death, video shows
This story contains details and video that some readers may find distressing. Last November, a 14-year-old Palestinian boy named Jad Jadallah was shot at close range by Israeli soldiers in a refugee camp in the occupied West Bank. As Jad lay collapsed in an alley, the soldiers created a cordon arou»»»
Saudi Council of Economic Affairs Reviews Local and Global Developments
The Saudi Council of Economic and Development Affairs has held a videoconference, reviewing the Ministry of Economy and Planning's quarterly report, which covered developments in the global economy and the impact of geopolitical challenges and fluctuations in global markets on growth prospects. The»»»
Fintech, global partnership offer major opportunities for Qatar
Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s fintech sector and cross-border expansion, presents significant untapped potential, according to Michael Lints, Partner at Golden Gate Ventures, who outlined growing opportunities for startups and investors. Speaking to The Peninsula, Lints said that the financial technology ta»»»
Collecting donations in the UAE? You must hold a valid permit — or face legal consequences
The UAE Public Prosecution has clarified that calling for or promoting fundraising activities without obtaining the required license constitutes a criminal offence, warning that such conduct may result in legal accountability. In an awareness video published yesterday through its social media platf»»»
11 men face jail, 1.1 million fines after Dh600,000 robbery
The Sharjah Criminal Court has sentenced 11 men to three years in prison, fined each Dh100,000 and ordered their deportation after convicting them of robbing Dh600,000 from an employee transporting company funds in the Al Taawun area. Court records show the robbery targeted an Arab accountant who w»»»
Demand for eco-friendly fertilizer made from sheep wool growing in Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG
Demand for eco-friendly fertilizer made from sheep wool is growing in Kyrgyzstan. The Ministry of Agriculture, Water Resources, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan reported. The ministry cites the example of an individual entrepreneur named Kunduz, who has been processing sheep wool and producing»»»
Collecting donations in the UAE? You must hold a valid permit — or face legal consequences
The UAE Public Prosecution has clarified that calling for or promoting fundraising activities without obtaining the required license constitutes a criminal offence, warning that such conduct may result in legal accountability. In an awareness video published yesterday through its social media platf»»»
DETEX 2026 to draw 'Record' global participation — JCI
AMMAN — President of the Jordan and Amman Chambers of Industry (JCI) Fathi Jaghbir announced "large and unprecedented" global participation in the Jordan International Detergents Exhibition and Conference (DETEX 2026).In a statement on Wednesday, Jaghbir said DETEX 2026, organised by the chamber on»»»
Jordan's exports up by 9% in 2025 under 1st phase of national strategy
AMMAN — Ministry of Industry, Trade and Supply has completed its consultative sessions for the draft document for the 2nd phase of the National Export Strategy for the years 2026-2029.According to a statement issued Wednesday, the ministry held a consultative dialogue with representatives of the in»»»
Trump touts ‘golden age of America’ in longest ever State of Union speech
President Donald Trump focused on the US economy, immigration and other domestic policy issues in his 2026 State of the Union address, telling a divided Congress that he has ushered in "the golden age of America". Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger delivered the Democrat's of»»»
Dubai-based Yalla BB launches new app to simplify second-hand fashion in UAE
Dubai-based startup Yalla BB has launched a new mobile application aimed at simplifying how people buy and sell second-hand fashion in the UAE, offering a more structured and trusted approach to resale in a market that continues to grow in popularity. Built in Dubai, Yalla BB is a social recommerce»»»
Dubai gold eases Dh3.50 but global rally keeps buyers on edge
Dubai: Gold prices in Dubai opened lower on Thursday morning, giving residents a brief respite after a volatile February that has kept jewellery buyers and investors on edge. At 8.30 am, the 24-karat rate stood at Dh624.75 per gram, down from Dh628.25 on Wednesday. The 22-karat variety slipped to D»»»
Press Review - Prospect of war with Iran is 'crisis of Trump's own making'
PRESS REVIEW – Wednesday, February 25, 2026: The prospect of war between the United States and Iran is getting a lot of coverage. But first, French papers discuss the municipal elections, which are taking place in a few weeks' time. Also, a report about the future of AI causes a few wobbles in the »»»
Saudi Arabia revises labour penalties, sets SR10,000 fine for hiring foreign workers without permits
Dubai: Saudi Arabia has amended its schedule of labour violations and penalties, introducing updated fines including a SR10,000 penalty for employing a non-Saudi worker without a valid work permit. The decision was issued by Ahmed Al Rajhi, Minister of Human Resources and Social Development, as par»»»
German Chancellor faces calls for tougher China stance as he arrives in Beijing
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Beijing early on February 25 for talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, in what is his first visit to China since taking office in 2025, amid mounting pressure back home in Germany to take a harder tone towards its largest trading partner, EURACTIV»»»
Panama seizes control of strategic ports from Hong Kong’s Hutchison
Panama’s decision to assume control of the Balboa and Cristóbal container terminals marks a structural rupture in the governance of infrastructure that underpins roughly 5% of global maritime trade and about 40% of US container traffic. »»»
German Chancellor faces calls for tougher China stance as he arrives in Beijing
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Beijing early on February 25 for talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, in what is his first visit to China since taking office in 2025, amid mounting pressure back home in Germany to take a harder tone towards its largest trading partner, EURACTIV»»»
Samsung’s develops a solid-state silver-carbon battery breakthrough
Samsung’s development of a solid-state battery using silver as a core material could prove a disruptive moment for the electric vehicle industry, with potentially significant implications for global silver demand. The Sout»»»
Samsung’s develops a solid-state silver-carbon battery breakthrough
Samsung’s development of a solid-state battery using silver as a core material could prove a disruptive moment for the electric vehicle industry, with potentially significant implications for global silver demand. The Sout»»»
Loom Games claims “unicorn” crown in record time for Turkish startup
Video game developer Scopely has signed a definitive agreement to acquire a majority stake in Istanbul-based mobile game studio Loom Games, Scopely has informed the market. The deal valued the»»»
Loom Games claims “unicorn” crown in record time for Turkish startup
Video game developer Scopely has signed a definitive agreement to acquire a majority stake in Istanbul-based mobile game studio Loom Games, Scopely has informed the market. The deal valued the»»»
Panama seizes control of strategic ports from Hong Kong’s Hutchison
Panama’s decision to assume control of the Balboa and Cristóbal container terminals marks a structural rupture in the governance of infrastructure that underpins roughly 5% of global maritime trade and about 40% of US container traffic. »»»
Samsung’s develops a solid-state silver-carbon battery breakthrough
Samsung’s development of a solid-state battery using silver as a core material could prove a disruptive moment for the electric vehicle industry, with potentially significant implications for global silver demand. The Sout»»»
Loom Games claims “unicorn” crown in record time for Turkish startup
Video game developer Scopely has signed a definitive agreement to acquire a majority stake in Istanbul-based mobile game studio Loom Games, Scopely has informed the market. The deal valued the»»»
Loom Games claims “unicorn” crown in record time for Turkish startup
Video game developer Scopely has signed a definitive agreement to acquire a majority stake in Istanbul-based mobile game studio Loom Games, Scopely has informed the market. The deal valued the»»»
ERG has reportedly restarted Kazakh iron ore shipments to Russia’s MMK
A first consignment of iron ore supplies from Kazakhstan’s Sokolov-Sarbai Mining and Processing Plant, part of Eurasian Resources Group (ERG), was reportedly dispatched on February 23 to Russia’s Magnitogorsk Iron and Steel Works (MMK) following a four-year suspension on deliveries, the TradingShar»»»
US formally warned Kyiv over attacks on Russia that damage American oil majors’ interests, says ambassador
The US issued a formal warning, or demarche, to Kyiv over damage suffered by American commercial interests caused by Ukrainian attacks on Russian infrastructure used by Kazakhstan for most of its crude oil exports, according to Ukraine’s ambassador to Washington, Olha Stefanishyna. »»»
Armenia breaks ground on €42.5mn EU-backed tech education complex near Yerevan
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan on February 24 attended the groundbreaking ceremony of the EU Tumo Engineering and Applied Sciences Complex (EUCC), a €42.5mn project aimed at creating a regional STEM hub near Yerevan’s Hrazdan Gorge. »»»
ASH: Hungarian elections as a read out to US midterms?
For me the two most important elections globally this year will be midterms in the US in November, and elections in Hungary on April 12. The first will likely shape the course of democracy in the US, and the latter democracy both in Hungary but perhaps wider than that, the outcome of the war in Ukr»»»
Develia sharpens market ambitions
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AI Reshapes Global Jobs
Artificial intelligence is beginning to reshape labor markets, with investors and economists warning of growing disruption across industries. Goldman Sachs analysts said faster AI adoption could push US unemployment higher this year, noting that technology drove an estimated 5,000–10,000 net monthl»»»
Russia moves to bring crypto market under full state control
Russia’s central bank and finance ministry are preparing legislation to establish a fully regulated domestic cryptocurrency market, four years after officials debated an outright ban on digital assets. The draft bill, sche»»»
Samsung’s develops a solid-state silver-carbon battery breakthrough
Samsung’s development of a solid-state battery using silver as a core material could prove a disruptive moment for the electric vehicle industry, with potentially significant implications for global silver demand. The Sout»»»
Strong wind expected in Bishkek and Chui region - | 24.KG
Strong westerly wind is expected in Bishkek and the Chui Valley in the next three hours and throughout the day. The press center of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kyrgyzstan reported, citing the Hydrometeorological Service. According to it, wind speeds could reach 15-20 meters per second. »»»
Guarding the digital nation: How the UAE is confronting a new wave of cyber threats
The UAE has once again urged businesses, government entities, and the public to remain vigilant amid a rising wave of global cyberattacks. The warning, delivered through official channels this month, reflects a growing reality in that cyber threats are no longer abstract risks. They are immediate, »»»
The family-owned soda firm that still uses returnable glass bottles
In the US alone, 127 billion plastic bottles are purchased every year, according to one estimate. However, one soft drinks firm in the Midwest is keeping old school tradition alive by continuing to sell its products in returnable glass bottles. For almost a century, until the 1960s, soda bottles in»»»
Rubio warns oil sanctions to be re-tightened if Cuba violates 'spirit' of easing
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned Wednesday that restrictions would be added back on Cuba's imports of Venezuelan oil if Havana violated the "spirit" of a recent easing of the US embargo. Noting that oil imports would be allowed via Cuba's small private sector, Rubio told reporters in St Kit»»»
Watch: UAE Lottery Dh5m winner reveals number-picking secret, regrets Dh30m near-miss
Dubai: Wiping tears, then flashing a wide smile and jumping with joy as golden confetti rained down on him, UAE Lottery's first Dh5 million winner Murugananth Govinthan has shared a message for anyone who has ever struggled: one day, it can all turn around. In an emotional video interview posted on»»»