Novinite 2m

Why Did President Yotova Refuse to Veto Bulgaria’s 2026 Budget?

President Iliana Yotova has decided not to veto Bulgaria’s 2026 state budget, saying that returning the law for another discussion would create even greater financial and institutional uncertainty. Instead, she announced that she would promulgate the budget despite concerns over some of its provisi»»»

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Novinite 3m

Bulgarian Jailed for 12 Years Over UK Arms SmugglingOpinions

Bulgarian national Petar Petrov has been sentenced to 12 years in prison in England after attempting to smuggle 54 pistols and 764 rounds of ammunition into the United Kingdom. The 57-year-old was arrested at the port of Dover only minutes after entering the country in a van he had rented in Europe»»»

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UPI 6m

Key vote on Todd Blanche's attorney general nomination postponed - UPI.com

A vote scheduled for Thursday on Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general has been postponed. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo July 30 (UPI) -- Republican senators have postponed a vote on Todd Blanche's nomination as attorney general amid concerns from two GOP senators over his »»»

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Actmedia 8m

Electro-Alfa International begins work on the CET 2 Holboca solar park in Iasi

Electro-Alfa International has started work on the CET 2 Holboca photovoltaic park in Iasi, a project worth 34.6 million lei, excluding VAT, which will convert part of the former coal storage site of CET 2 Holboca into a renewable energy production unit. The project points to a relevant direction f»»»

Actmedia 8m

OMV Petrom: BCR provides 47 mln. euro for the wind project developed at Gura Vaii (CEE Onesti) with Renovatio

OMV Petrom and the Renovatio group continue to implement projects from the Electrocentrale Borzesti portfolio. For the implementation of the wind project at Gura Vaii (CEE Onesti), Bacau county, the project company obtained an investment loan of 47 million euros from Banca Comerciala Romana, which »»»

Actmedia 8m

PPC Group expands into the Hungarian energy market with new renewable energy projects

PPC Group’s entry into the Hungarian energy market, one of Europe’s fastest-growing clean energy markets, is marked by the agreement of PPC Renewables – a 100% subsidiary of the Group – with Greenvolt Group to integrate an operational 57.5 MW photovoltaic park in Southern Hungary into its energy po»»»

Actmedia 8m

EC investigating arbitration award ordering Romania to pay compensation to energy investors

The European Commission (EC) on Wednesday opened an in-depth investigation to assess whether an arbitration award ordering Romania to pay compensation to ten investors for changes to a renewable electricity support measure is in line with EU state aid rules, according to an EC press statement.Roman»»»

The Peninsula 12m

QOC and Dreama promote orphan empowerment through ‘Bader’ initiative

Doha, Qatar: Reinforcing its commitment to social responsibility and sustainable community development, the Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC), represented by its Public Relations Department, joined forces with the Orphan Care Center (Dreama) to organize an awareness seminar introducing the “Bader” Init»»»

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Al Manar 18m

IRGC: Strait of Hormuz Stays Shut Until US ‘Threats’ End, Vowing ‘Harsh Response’

The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has declared that the strategic Strait of Hormuz will remain indefinitely closed as long as the United States persists with what it terms “interference” and “bellicose rhetoric” in the region, intensifying a dangerous maritime and military standoff. In a f»»»

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UPI 18m

On This Day, July 30: Lyndon B. Johnson signs Medicare into law - UPI.com

In 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed Medicare into law, dedicating it to former President Harry Truman, who "planted the seeds of compassion." 1 of 3 | President Lyndon B. Johnson (2nd L) signs the Medicare bill July 30, 1965, at the Harry S. Truman Library in Independence, Mo. Former Presid»»»

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Arab News 19m

French teen fined in Singapore ‘straw licking’ case

SINGAPORE: A French teenager was fined in Singapore Thursday after pleading guilty to a public nuisance charge for a straw-licking stunt that landed him in hot water in the city state. Didier Gaspard Owen Maximilien, 19, was handed a Sg$600 ($465) fine after admitting to posting to social media a v»»»

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Al Manar 20m

General Haykal: Lebanese Army stands ready to deploy in areas vacated by occupation forces, but continued Israeli attacks and violations are obstructing the mission - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe General Haykal: Lebanese Army stands ready to deploy in areas vacated by occupation forces, but continued Israeli attacks and violations ar»»»

24 News Agency 24m

Online kok boru game developed in Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG

An online game dedicated to Kyrgyzstan’s national kok boru has been developed in Kyrgyzstan. The developers have transferred the main elements of the competition into a digital format. Players control a rider, pick up the ulak and attempt to throw it into the opposing team’s taikazan. According to »»»

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Al Manar 32m

Israeli occupation forces carried out demolition operation in the southern Lebanese town of Hadatha: Al-Manar reporter - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli occupation forces carried out demolition operation in the southern Lebanese town of Hadatha: Al-Manar reporter 30-07-2026 09:39 AM »»»

The Peninsula 36m

The Chinese-Russian strategic partnership and its implications for the two countries’ policies toward the Middle East (2013–2023)

The Ambassador of Qatar to Spain H E Dr. Salem bin Mubarak Al Shafi recently defended his doctoral dissertation titled Strategic Partnership between Russia and China: The Impact on the Two Countries’ Policies toward the Middle East (2013–2023); at the College of Political Science, Cairo University,»»»

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Dailynews Hungary 40m

Toxic metal levels found in wells near Semcorp plant in Hungary, Greenpeace calls for investigation

Tests carried out on private wells near the Chinese-owned Semcorp battery separator film plant in Debrecen have found manganese concentrations far above Hungary’s drinking water limit, with two wells exceeding the legal threshold by more than ten times. Environmental organisations say the findings »»»

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Al Manar 44m

Al-Manar correspondent reports Israeli drone strike on the outskirts of southern Lebanese town of Al-Mansouri - 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 reports Israeli drone strike on the outskirts of southern Lebanese town of Al-Mansouri 30-07-2026 09:36 AM Latest Ne»»»

Al Manar 44m

General Haykal: Army’s efforts ongoing to ensure safe and secure return of citizens to their villages and towns - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe General Haykal: Army’s efforts ongoing to ensure safe and secure return of citizens to their villages and towns 30-07-2026 09:28 AM Latest »»»

Al Manar 44m

General Haykal: Army proceeds with deployment in southern Lebanon in accordance with existing understandings and in line with national requirements and principles - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe General Haykal: Army proceeds with deployment in southern Lebanon in accordance with existing understandings and in line with national requ»»»

The Peninsula 48m

W Doha marks Purple Saturday with commitment to accessibility and inclusion

Doha: W Doha Hotel & Residences is marking Purple Saturday, reaffirming its commitment to accessibility, inclusion and creating meaningful opportunities for people with disabilities. Throughout the initiative, taking place from July 25 to August 1, the hotel’s lobby is illuminated in purple as a vi»»»

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Business-review 53m

Leonardo Badea (BNR) at ERMAS 2026: Economic research remains an integral part of the NBR’s institutional mission

The Annual Scientific Conference of the Romanian Academic Economists from Abroad (ERMAS) has become much more than an annual academic space for debates. It has established itself as a forum for rigorous dialogue on issues that are central to the advancement of sound economic and financial policies.»»»

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Al Manar 56m

Lebanese Army Commander General Rodolphe Haykal: Mounting challenges and risks persist, but the army remains committed to fulfilling its duties - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Lebanese Army Commander General Rodolphe Haykal: Mounting challenges and risks persist, but the army remains committed to fulfilling its du»»»

24 News Agency 60m

City Hall to give Madina market entrepreneurs three months for relocation - | 24.KG

Entrepreneurs at Madina market will be granted a three-month period to gradually relocate to a new market, Bishkek Mayor Aibek Dzhunushaliev said. As previously reported, the municipality abandoned plans to close the market on August 1. Previously issued notices will be revoked, and entrepreneurs w»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

MoEHE boosts ‘Where Is My School?’ platform with advanced search options

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE) has strengthened its digital services with the “Where Is My School?” electronic platform, offering parents a comprehensive and user-friendly guide to finding the most suitable educational institution for their children. Available t»»»

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France24 1h

US says it struck dozens of Iranian targets in latest wave of attacks

The two-hour operation came in response to Iran’s missile launches targeting American forces in the Middle East, with Washington saying it hit military command centres, drone and missile facilities as well as coastal defence sites. The US military said on Wednesday it completed its latest wave of s»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

‘Doha ranks among world’s intelligent cities’

Doha, Qatar: Doha has been recognised as one of the world’s intelligent cities in Boston Consulting Group’s inaugural Intelligent Cities Index 2026, placing it in the Emerging Maturity category among 61 major urban centres across 39 countries. The index, released recently, evaluates how cities depl»»»

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UPI 1h

Jury convicts Salman Rushdie attacker on terrorism charges - UPI.com

The man who attacked writer Salman Rushdie in August 2022 was convicted by a federal jury in New York on Wednesday on terrorism charges. Photo by Peter Foley/UPI | License Photo July 30 (UPI) -- A federal jury has convicted the New Jersey man who attempted to murder writer Salman Rushdie on additio»»»

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Gulf News 1h

One Abu Dhabi project generated Dh13 billion in sales for Modon within days

Dubai: Modon Holding reported Dh26 billion in property sales during the first half of 2026, including Dh23 billion in Abu Dhabi, after strong demand for new residential developments lifted revenue and expanded its future income pipeline. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Best Perseid meteor shower since 2018 will light up UAE skies: Where to watch

One of the year's most-loved stargazing events is nearly here, and 2026 is shaping up to be a particularly good year for it. The Perseid meteor shower returns as Earth ploughs through a trail of debris left behind by comet Swift-Tuttle. Under ideal conditions you can catch anywhere from 60 to 100 m»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Civil Aviation Authority explains key provisions of new law regulating drones

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA) has highlighted the key licensing requirements and regulatory procedures introduced under Law No. (10) of 2026 on Unmanned Aircraft (Drones), emphasising the need for registration, licensing, and coordination with relevant authorities to ensure the»»»

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Al Manar 1h

US Aggression on Southern Iran Leaves Casualties, People Trapped under Rubble - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe US Aggression on Southern Iran Leaves Casualties, People Trapped under Rubble 30-07-2026 08:16 AM In the early hours of Thursday morning, t»»»

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Al Manar 2h

US completes new wave of strikes against Iran: CENTCOM - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe US completes new wave of strikes against Iran: CENTCOM 30-07-2026 07:47 AM Latest News Urgent News Army Chief: Armed Forces Will Defend Ira»»»

Arab News 2h

Saudi artist Hana Almilli weaves grief and light at Art Basel 

DUBAI: Last month, at one of the art world’s most high-profile annual events, Art Basel, a luminous textile work by Saudi artist Hana Almilli traced a new kind of geography — one mapped through grief, alienation and the fragile notion of home and belonging. Almilli, a multimedia artist, textile des»»»

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Arab News 2h

Visiting Venice: Does the Eternal City live up to its billing?

VENICE: The misty night sky sprinkled droplets of rain that splashed the mirrored image of hundreds of rushed feet across the pavement, as boats bobbed to greet me on my first trip to Venice. The UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site looked like a moving postcard. Venice was built on water as a strat»»»

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RT 2h

Trump warns ‘it’s our turn’ to hit Iran after strikes on US bases, gas tanker

A suspected drone has struck a US-owned floating liquefied natural gas facility at Egypt’s Mediterranean port of Damietta, setting two vessels ablaze and prompting President Donald Trump to threaten retaliation against Iran. British maritime security firm Ambrey assessed that at least one drone had»»»

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24 News Agency 2h

Restrictions to be introduced on Tamchy–Cholpon-Ata road on July 30 – August 1 - | 24.KG

From July 30 to August 1, the road connecting Tamchy International Airport and Cholpon-Ata city will be periodically closed to traffic. The presidential press secretary Askat Alagozov announced. He had previously warned residents and visitors to Issyk-Kul region about temporary traffic restrictions»»»

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UPI 2h

Hurricane Genevieve weakens again west of Baja California - UPI.com

There were no watches or warnings associated with Hurricane Genevieve as of Wednesday. Photo courtesy of NOAA July 29 (UPI) -- Hurricane Genevieve weakened back down to Category 2 strength Wednesday as it moved farther west of Baja California, the National Hurricane Center said. The storm was locat»»»

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Arab News 2h

China threatens retaliation over US import ban on robots, power inverters

BEIJING: China will “resolutely retaliate” and safeguard ​its interests if the United States insists on acting unilaterally over an import ban on new Chinese robots and power inverters, the commerce ‌ministry said ‌on Thursday. The ​ministry ‌urged ⁠the ​United States ⁠to immediately withdraw the m»»»

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BNE 2h

Hormuz squeeze on ammonia draws foreign bidders to Odesa Port Plant

Hormuz squeeze on ammonia draws foreign bidders to Odesa Port Plant Four companies from the US, Asia and the Middle East are studying data on Ukraine's war-damaged fertiliser plant as the Strait of Hormuz blockade tightens global ammonia supply. Corporate/Energy — Ukraine Four foreign companies fro»»»

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The Budapest Times 3h

First-ever block shutdown at Paks as Danube runs dangerously low

In recent years, it has happened on several occasions that the output of the Paks Nuclear Power Plant had to be reduced due to summer heat and high water temperatures in the Danube, but a complete block shutdown had never occurred before — the current measure was necessitated by an exceptionally lo»»»

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Gulf News 3h

French teenager fined in Singapore after social media hygiene prank goes viral

Singapore: A French teenager was fined in Singapore Thursday after pleading guilty to a public nuisance charge for a straw-licking stunt that landed him in hot water in the city state. Didier Gaspard Owen Maximilien, 19, was handed a Sg$600 ($465) fine after admitting to posting to social media a v»»»

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UPI 3h

U.S. launches new wave of strikes against Iran as war lull ends - UPI.com

President Donald Trump told reporters in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday, that the U.S. military would conduct retaliatory attacks against Iran. Photo by Aaron Schwartz/UPI | License Photo July 29 (UPI) -- The U.S. military announced a new wave of strikes agains»»»

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24 News Agency 3h

 Kyrgyzstan approves procedure for using national halal mark - | 24.KG

Kyrgyzstan has approved a temporary procedure for using the national conformity mark for halal products. The corresponding order was signed in accordance with the Law «On the Halal Industry in the Kyrgyz Republic» and documents regulating the activities of the Halal Industry Development Center unde»»»

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UPI 3h

15-year-old charged with assault, gun offense in Seattle mass shooting - UPI.com

Prosecutors on Wednesday filed charges against a 15-year-old in connection with the mass shooting at the Bite of Seattle food festival on Sunday. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo July 29 (UPI) -- A King County prosecutor on Wednesday filed assault and weapons charges against a 15-year-old a»»»

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24 News Agency 3h

Restrictions on use of private cars proposed in Bishkek - | 24.KG

A draft decree by the President of the Kyrgyz Republic «On Measures to Improve the Road Transport System of Bishkek,» prepared by the City Hall, has been submitted for public discussion. According to the municipality, Bishkek was originally designed to accommodate 50,000 vehicles, but more than 400»»»

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Arab News 3h

Golden dunes of Khab Saha showcase Saudi Arabia’s desert beauty

RIYADH: Towering golden sand dunes stretching to the horizon, shifting patterns sculpted by the wind and pockets of resilient desert vegetation have turned Khab Saha in Saudi Arabia’s Northern Borders Region into one of the Kingdom’s emerging ecotourism destinations, according to a report by the Sa»»»

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The Budapest Times 3h

Authorities urge water conservation amid third-level heat alert

As the heat continues to intensify, the national chief public health officer has ordered a third-level heat alert effective from midnight Thursday, while service providers and local authorities across the country are simultaneously calling for water conservation to prevent shortages. According to a»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Pax Silica: Are Filipinos really afraid of progress — or afraid of the future?

Manila: There is a peculiar argument emerging around Pax Silica. Build data centres in the Philippines and, some critics say, we will merely be eating the leftovers of the West — “kain suka” — becoming a dumping ground for America's technology industry while Filipinos shoulder the environmental cos»»»

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Gulf News 4h

UAE weather: Rain to persist in parts of eastern and western regions

Dubai: Fair to partly cloudy skies are forecast across the UAE today, with a chance of afternoon convective clouds bringing rainfall to parts of the eastern and western regions, the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) said. Light to moderate south-easterly to north-easterly winds of 10-25 km/h are»»»

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Gulf News 5h

Meet the 80-year-old designer behind Mercato Mall celebrating 50 years in the UAE: 'This is my country, my home'

Dubai: Annamaria Amarante Damiani's first day in the UAE did not go to plan. She landed on 29 June, straight into the heat, and her suitcases were nowhere to be found, lost somewhere in Beirut. She would eventually get them back three months later. And yet. "I fell in love with this place as soon a»»»

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