AI Impact Summit 2026: Shaping human-centric future for AI
Agencies New Delhi At a defining moment in global technological history, the world gathered at the AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi, with leaders, policymakers, innovators, and delegates from more than 100 countries in attendance. The Summit marked a major milestone for India, reflecting its grow»»»
QNL launches school edition of Murshidi mentorship program
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar National Library (QNL) has launched the Murshidi Schools Edition, expanding its Murshidi mentorship programme to deliver professional guidance directly to students in their schools. The inaugural pilot sessions, held on February 9 and 11, 2026, engaged 199 students f»»»
QC lays foundation stone for integrated educational complex in Sri Lanka
Tribune News Network Doha With generous support from donors in the State of Qatar, Qatar Charity (QC) has laid the foundation stone for the Qatar Charity Educational Complex at Al Hikma School in the Ampara district of eastern Sri Lanka. The ceremony was attended by representatives from the Ministr»»»
Trump announces 15% global tariff after Supreme Court setback - UPI.com
President Donald Trump on Saturday said a 10% blanket global tariff that takes effect on Tuesday will rise to 15% and could be extended beyond 150 days by an act of Congress. Photo by Yuri Gripas/UPI | License Photo Feb. 21 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump said he will raise global tariffs from 10% »»»
Tunisian economic mission to Abidjan to strengthen partnerships with Ivorian market
Tunis, Feb. 21 (TAP) – CONECT International is organising a multi-sector business mission to Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, from March 29 to April 2, 2026, as part of efforts to boost the openness of Tunisian enterprises to promising African markets and in...»»»
If Day: When Canada staged a Nazi occupation to sell the war
The invasion began in the north. Reports came first from Norway House: aircraft approaching in tight formation, flying low over frozen lakes and pine forest, their engines carrying through the winter air. Soon after, word arrived that the Canadian city of Selkirk had fallen. The German war machine,»»»
Germany’s rebound will prove positive for Polish industry
Preliminary February PMI data point to improving business conditions in the eurozone, with Germany recording a Manufacturing PMI of 50.7, its first reading above 50 since June 2022. The eurozone Composite PMI rose to 51.9. Economists at PZU note that Germany’s recovery, supported by infrastructure »»»
Problems in mining industry put 200,000 jobs at stake
Declining demand for coal is affecting not only Polish mines but also thousands of companies supplying equipment and services to the sector. In 2025, coal output fell to 42.8 million tons, down 1.2 million tons y/y, continuing a long term downward trend. Fewer mining operations mean fewer orders fo»»»
UAE thwarts terrorist cyber attacks targeting vital digital infrastructure
Abu Dhabi: The UAE Cybersecurity Council has announced that the national cyber system has successfully thwarted organised cyberattacks of a terrorist nature that targeted the country’s digital infrastructure and vital sectors in an attempt to destabilise the nation and disrupt essential services. I»»»
Residents evacuated to hotels following water pipe burst at Cairo Metro Line 4 station
Egypt’s Transport Minister Kamel al-Wazir said the safety of citizens and property is a “top priority” during an inspection of the Cairo Metro Line 4 project, following minor ground subsidence at a residential building near the Malek el-Saleh station site. The minister, accompanied by National Auth»»»
The Saudi Riyal: Tracing Three Centuries from Diriyah’s Markets to Global Financial Icon
The history of the Saudi riyal is deeply intertwined with the evolution of the Saudi state, evolving from its early days as a fluctuating medium of exchange to its modern, regulated form through significant political, social, and economic transformations, reported the Saudi Press Agency on Saturday»»»
Senate Bill 1776 , filed by Senator Bong Go, proposes “National Reintegration Bill"
Senate Bill 1776, filed by Senator Christopher "Bong Go", seeks to institutionalise a comprehensive support system for Filipinos coming home after working abroad. The measure aims to ensure that government assistance does not stop when an OFW’s contract ends. Manila: Opposition Senator Christopher »»»
Ministers of Investment, Sports plan investment fund to boost Egyptian athletes’ international performance
Egypt is considering the establishment of an investment fund to provide sustainable and innovative financing for the country’s sports talent, Investment and Foreign Trade Minister Mohamed Farid said. Farid met with Youth and Sports Minister Gohar Nabil to discuss utilising investment fund models to»»»
Egypt-Saudi electricity interconnection enters final testing phase, launch expected within weeks
Egypt’s Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy, Mahmoud Esmat, has announced that the Egypt-Saudi electricity interconnection project has entered its final testing stage, with close coordination under way with Saudi counterparts to complete trial operations and begin grid connection within th»»»
Ukraine Strikes Ballistic Missile Producer Deep Inside Russia, Kyiv Says
Ukraine hit a Russian plant manufacturing ballistic missiles in a missile strike in the remote Udmurtia region, the Ukrainian General Staff said on Saturday. Ukraine said its forces attacked the plant manufacturing Russian missiles, including the short-range Iskander and intercontinental Topol-M, i»»»
Humidity levels set to rise tonight: Qatar Meteorology Department
Doha, Qatar: Qatar will experience a rise in relative humidity levels tonight, with chances of mist and fog forming over some areas during the night and tomorrow morning. The Qatar Meteorology Department shared this update in a social media post, advising motorists to exercise caution. Meanwhile in»»»
Parliament Chair Expresses Confidence in Good Cooperation between Legislative Branch, Representatives of Legal Profession
In a congratulatory address to the General Assembly of Attorneys in Bulgaria on Saturday, Parliament Chair Raya Nazaryan expressed confidence in the good cooperation between the legislative branch and representatives of the Bar, which, in her words, will continue in the interest of Bulgarian citize»»»
Libya’s Ramadan Celebrations Tempered by Economic Woes
Libyans have been enjoying Ramadan with feasts and fireworks -- but soaring prices, a devalued currency and political divisions have left many with little to celebrate. Fifteen years on from the fall of longtime leader Moammar al-Gaddafi, the country remains split between east and west, while short»»»
Israeli occupation forces raid the village of Taybeh, west of Jenin in the occupied West Bank: reports - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Ministers Mucunski and Kamenický to open Macedonian-Slovak Business Forum
Skopje, 19 February 2026 (MIA) – Over 20 Slovak and 40 domestic companies from different sector will participate in the Macedonian – Slovak Business Forum taking place Thursday in Skopje. The event will be opened by the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Timcho Mucunski and Minister of »»»
Trump to remove Vietnam from restricted tech list: Hanoi
Hanoi, Vietnam: US President Donald Trump told Vietnam's top leader To Lam he would "instruct the relevant agencies" to remove the country from a list restricted from accessing advanced US technologies, Vietnam's government announced Saturday. The two leaders met in person for the first time at the»»»
Investments in apartments no longer profitable
Poland’s housing market is no longer the obvious choice for investors seeking fast and secure profits. Between 2013 and 2021, buying apartments for rent or resale was considered safe and highly profitable, with investors accounting for about 30 percent of primary market interest in 2023. By the thi»»»
Property Price Register allows public to see prices of apartments
Poland has removed mandatory fees for access to the Real Estate Price Register, opening official transaction data to the public for the first time. This marks a major step toward greater market transparency, since the register contains real transaction prices rather than listing prices. However, th»»»
Short-term rental market plaguing premium sector
Short term apartment rentals are controversial, especially in premium residential projects. Some developers try to prevent them through sales policies, community regulations and administrative tools. In Łódź, Uniqum’s T17 project promotes owner occupancy, limits small units and plans rules stating »»»
Hezbollah Military Media Mourns Martyrs Claimed by Israeli Aggression on Bekaa - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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PB: Poland will catch up with UK as AI threatens services
Poland’s GDP per capita could reach UK levels by 2031–2032 and soon after catch up with Germany, reflecting strong domestic growth and Britain’s stagnation. Prime Minister Donald Tusk said Finance Minister Andrzej Domański promised this convergence within 5–6 years. However, commentators from the “»»»
Hyundai faces pressure in Canada submarine bid - UPI.com
South Korea's first 3,600-ton-class naval submarine is unveiled during a ceremony held at the Hanwha Ocean dockyard, in Geoje, South Korea, 22 October 2025. This submarine is the first of three planned Changbogo-III Batch-II class submersibles being built under the military's KSS-III program for ad»»»
Qatar National Library unveils Murshidi Schools Edition
Doha, Qatar: Qatar National Library (QNL) has launched the Murshidi Schools Edition, expanding its Murshidi mentorship program to deliver professional guidance directly to students in their schools. The inaugural pilot sessions, held on February 9 and 11, 2026, engaged 199 students from Newton Brit»»»
Serbia, Sweden urge citizens to quit Iran as Trump mulls strike
Belgrade: Serbia and Sweden have urged their citizens in Iran to leave the country after US President Donald Trump threatened military action over the Islamic republic's nuclear programme. The Balkan nation had already invited Serbian nationals in mid-January to leave Iran and not to travel there, »»»
Trump imposes 10% global tariff after stinging court rebuke
Washington, United States: President Donald Trump imposed Friday an additional 10 percent tariff on imports into the United States after the Supreme Court struck down many of his sweeping and often arbitrary duties, delivering a stinging rebuke on his signature economic policy. Trump signed the tar»»»
Brazil’s Lula Says Maduro Should Face Justice in Venezuela Not Abroad - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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MP Ezzeddine: Government Tax Policy Will Fail to Address Economic Crisis in Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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'Proud' Alcaraz digs deep to topple Rublev and reach Qatar final
Doha, Qatar: World no. 1 Carlos Alcaraz needed six match points before finally toppling defending champion Andrey Rublev 7-6 (7/3), 6-4 on Friday to reach the final of the Qatar Open. Playing his first tournament since completing his career Grand Slam at the Australian Open earlier in February, Alc»»»
Brazil, India ink critical minerals deal as leaders meet
India and Brazil agreed to boost cooperation on critical minerals and rare earths on Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said after talks in New Delhi with Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. "The agreement on critical minerals and rare earths in a major step towards building resilien»»»
Five dead, 20 missing, as migrant vessel capsizes off Crete
At least five people have died and around 20 are reported missing after a migrant vessel capsized off the southern coast of Crete early Saturday. The incident occurred in waters off Kaloi Limenes, in the Iraklio regional unit. Survivors told authorities that up to 50 people were on board the wooden»»»
Caretaker Agriculture Minister Hristanov Says His Priority Will Be Restoring Trust in Ministry
In an interview with Darik Radio on Saturday, caretaker Agriculture and Food Minister Ivan Hristanov said he would work to restore public trust in the Ministry of Agriculture. He stressed that his main focus would be on combating corruption and increasing transparency in the work of the ministry an»»»
Ak-Bosogo residential area in Bishkek to have no cold water - | 24.KG
On February 24, the supply of drinking water will be temporarily suspended from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. to residential buildings, schools, kindergartens, healthcare, and other social and industrial facilities, the Bishkek City Hall reported. The affected area is Ak-Bosogo residential area. «The water outa»»»
Multiple factors behind the rise in Japanese bond yields: QNB
Doha, Qatar: Qatar National Bank (QNB) attributed the rise in long-term Japanese government bond yields to several factors, most notably a structural shift in nominal growth driven by changes in political leadership, in addition to declining institutional demand amid regulatory changes. In its week»»»
Hong Kong to offer buy-outs for flats damaged in deadly fire
Hong Kong: Hong Kong authorities announced on Saturday a buy-out offer for owners who lost their homes in last year's deadly housing complex fire, rather than rebuilding the charred apartment blocks as some residents had hoped for. The blaze, the world's deadliest residential building fire since 19»»»
Pakistani expat wins Dh50,000 on Big Ticket after 10 years of trying
Dubai: A Pakistani expat has kicked off February with a life-changing moment, winning Dh50,000 in Big Ticket's second weekly e-draw. Riasat Khan never stopped believing. For the past 10 years, he purchased Big Ticket entries every single month without fail, first as part of one colleague group, the»»»
Bulgaria Moves to Introduce European Digital Identity Wallet, Bill Set for Public Consultation
A draft law on the European Digital Identity Wallet was published on the Public Consultation Portal of the Council of Ministers of Bulgaria on February 17, marking the first formal step toward introducing a Bulgarian digital identity wallet. The bill seeks to establish the national legal framework »»»
‘It’s a living classroom’: How this Emirati guide turns zoo visits into lessons about wildlife
As the gates of Al Ain Zoo open each morning, Khaled Salem Alaryani is already reviewing the day’s schedule. Before the first visitors arrive, he checks in with the animal care team for updates – perhaps a special feeding session, a behavioural milestone or a moment worth highlighting during a tour»»»
Araghchi, Qatari PM Discuss Latest Iran-US Talks in Phone Call - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Trump announces 10% tariff on imports from all countries - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Spanish FM calls EU Commission’s attendance at Board of Peace meeting ‘mistake’ - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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President Aoun: The continued attacks constitute a blatant act of aggression aimed at thwarting diplomatic efforts to establish stability and end hostilities - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Lebanon President Joseph Aoun: We denounce last night’s Israeli strikes on Sidon and Bekaa - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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MoPH launches 3rd public health sector football tournament
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Public Health recently organised the opening ceremony of the third public health sector football tournament at Aspire Athletics Track Stadium, with the attendance of a large number of health sector leaders and employees. The tournament comes as part of the Ministry of P»»»
Galapagos Park Releases 158 Juvenile Hybrid Tortoises on Floreana to Restore the Ecosystem
Nearly 150 years after the last giant tortoises were removed from Floreana Island in Ecuador’s Galapagos archipelago, the species made a comeback Friday, when dozens of juvenile hybrids were released to begin restoring the island’s depleted ecosystem. The 158 newcomers, aged 8 to 13, have begun exp»»»
Trump to Remove Vietnam from Restricted Tech List
US President Donald Trump told Vietnam's top leader To Lam he would "instruct the relevant agencies" to remove the country from a list restricted from accessing advanced US technologies, Vietnam's government announced Saturday. The two leaders met in person for the first time at the White House on »»»