Abu Dhabi launches solar self-supply policy to cut power demand
The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE) has launched the Solar (Photovoltaic) Energy Self-Supply Policy in Abu Dhabi, enabling customers to improve daytime electricity efficiency and increase reliance on clean and renewable energy sources through the adoption of smart and flexible energy-consumpti»»»
Kuwait donates USD 2 mln for UNRWA
AMMAN, Feb 5 (KUNA) -- Kuwait's Ambassador to Jordan Hamad Al-Merri on Thursday delivered the annual donation to the UN refugee agency, the UNRWA, amounting to USD two million for securing necessities for Palestinians in need.The ambassador in remarks to KUNA after handing over the donation to Tama»»»
Warning of long airport queues under new EU border control system
There are warnings of queues at passport control at airports in Europe over upcoming holiday periods, as the rollout of a new biometric border system continues. Passengers have already reported hours-long waits at some destinations, at busy times, due to the new systems. A group representing airpor»»»
Muscat to Host Friday New Round of US-Iran Talks
Nuclear talks with the United States are scheduled to be held in Muscat on about 10 am Friday, the Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi announced. I’m grateful to our Omani brothers for making all necessary arrangements, Araghchi added in a post on X platform.. Nuclear talks with the United Stat»»»
Fight against IS 'absolute priority' for France, FM says in Damascus
Sustaining the fight against the Islamic State jihadist group is an "absolute priority" for France, its foreign minister said Thursday after meeting his Syrian counterpart in Damascus. "For 10 years, France has fought relentlessly and mercilessly against the terrorists of Daesh in Iraq as well as i»»»
Iran Guards seize two foreign-crewed tankers in Gulf
Iran's Revolutionary Guards have seized two oil tankers with their foreign crews in Gulf waters for "smuggling fuel," the Tasnim news agency reported Thursday. It was not immediately clear what flags the tankers were carrying nor the nationalities of the crew. The seizures took place amid heightene»»»
Smolyan, Kardzhali Regional Governors Report High River, Reservoir Levels Amid Heavy Rains
The rivers in Smolyan Region have swollen due to heavy rainfall and melting snow, Smolyan Regional Governor Zahari Sirakov told BTA on Thursday. He noted that the situation is normal and under control, adding that there are no critical situations or reports of rivers overflowing their banks, includ»»»
Macut: Paraguay firmly stands by position of not recognising so-called Kosovo
DUBAI - Serbian PM Djuro Macut met on Thursday with Paraguayan President Santiago Pena on the sidelines of the World Governments Summit (WGS) in Dubai. "In a friendly and open conversation, it was emphasised that diplomatic relations between Serbia and Paraguay have existed since 1883, and that the»»»
Tariffs didn’t slow venture capital. They changed where it goes
Dubai: Geopolitical fragmentation is reshaping venture capital in ways that favour local and regional technology companies, with investors saying the shift away from global efficiency toward resilience is creating space for new winners across emerging and mid-sized markets. Sign up for our daily bu»»»
First Deputy PM chairs Supreme Cmte. on Kuwaiti Citizenship
KUWAIT, Feb 5 (KUNA) -- The Supreme Committee for Kuwaiti Citizenship held a meeting on Thursday, chaired by First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Saud Al-Sabah.In a statement, the Committee said it decided to revoke Kuwaiti citizenship from number of cases, with t»»»
Iran Guards seize two foreign-crewed tankers in Gulf
Iran's Revolutionary Guards have seized two oil tankers with their foreign crews in Gulf waters for "smuggling fuel," the Tasnim news agency reported Thursday. It was not immediately clear what flags the tankers were carrying nor the nationalities of the crew. The seizures took place amid heightene»»»
Military investigating intelligence leak; suspect arrested
Military authorities in Greece have arrested a member of the Armed Forces on suspicion of leaking top-secret information that officials say could jeopardize national security. The arrest, carried out on Thursday, took place within a military facility following a coordinated operation between the Ar»»»
The US has accused the EU of censorship: Here’s how the bloc’s consensus machine works
The Republican US House Judiciary Committee has published details of what it claims is a decade-long campaign by the European Commission to stifle online political speech, with barely-veiled threats used to stamp out memes, satire, and anything Brussels calls “disinformation.” In a report published»»»
Russia responds to EU call for ‘fresh Arctic policy’
Moscow would welcome a new EU Arctic policy if it is aimed at international cooperation and not confrontation, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has said. Russia is an Arctic nation and has major interests in the region, which it will not hesitate to defend, he told journalists on Wednesday. Peskov w»»»
Russia Will Analyze Behavior of Other States With Nuclear Arms After New START - Intel
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia will behave responsibly and analyze the behavior of other countries with nuclear weapons after the New START (New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty) expires, Russian Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) Director Sergei Naryshkin said on Thursday. "In the future, Russia will be»»»
New START Expires, Russia Assesses It Negatively - Kremlin
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The New START (New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty) expires, Russia assesses this negatively and expresses regret in this regard, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Thursday. "The agreement expires. We assess this negatively, and we regret this," Peskov told reporters when a»»»
Hands off, future on: Sheikh Hamdan takes self-driving car for a spin in Dubai
Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, caught the attention of his followers on Tuesday after sharing footage of himself riding in a self-driving car on Dubai roads. I»»»
QCAA hosts specialized training program for 47 Syrian air traffic controllers
DOHA: Within the framework of ongoing cooperation in the field of civil aviation between the State of Qatar and the Syrian Arab Republic, and as part of joint efforts to enhance the exchange of expertise and to build and develop human capacities in both countries, Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QC»»»
55,000 troops killed in war with Russia, Zelensky says
The number of Ukrainian soldiers killed on the battlefield in the four years of war with Russia is 55,000, President Volodymyr Zelensky has said. Zelensky announced the figure in an interview with France 2 TV on Wednesday. Additionally, a large number of people are considered officially missing, he»»»
ONTT eyes promoting tourism on Saudi and Gulf markets
TUNIS, Feb. 5 (TAP) – The Tunisian National Tourist Office (ONTT) has reaffirmed its strategy to step up tourism promotion on the Saudi and Gulf markets through targeted participation in the Jeddah International Travel and Tourism Exhibition 2026...»»»
Macut: Sretenje symbolises freedom, Serbia's commitment to peace, cooperation
DUBAI - Sretenje symbolises freedom, statehood and Serbia's permanent commitment to peace, cooperation and progress, and to the values representing the foundation of Serbia's relations with partners around the world, Serbian PM Djuro Macut said at a reception hosted by the Serbian embassy in Abu Dh»»»
Russia, Ukraine and US Agreed to Exchange 314 Prisoners - Witkoff
Russia, Ukraine and the United States have agreed to exchange 314 prisoners, US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff said. “Today, delegations from the United States, Ukraine, and Russia agreed to exchange 314 prisoners—the first such exchange in five months," Witkoff wrote on X.While significant work remai»»»
Turkiye Doing Utmost to Prevent US-Iran Tensions from Sparking Conflict: Erdogan - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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AWR Lloyd Gulf Partners launches Strategy Symposium to boost GCC's role as global capital hub
AWR Lloyd Gulf Partners Consultancy LLC (“AWR Lloyd Gulf Partners”), the joint venture between Siraj Holding LLC, part of the Al Otaiba Group, and AWR Lloyd, is pleased to announce the successful hosting of its inaugural closed-door Strategy Symposium under the theme ‘Resilient Value Growth in Asia»»»
Saharan dust, muddy rain and ruddy skies follow ice and snow – here’s what to expect this week
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What to Know as Iran and US Set for Nuclear Talks in Oman
Iran and the United States will hold talks Friday in Oman, their latest over Tehran's nuclear program after Israel launched a 12-day war on the country in June and Iran launched a bloody crackdown on nationwide protests. US President Donald Trump has kept up pressure on Iran, suggesting America cou»»»
Oriental Honey Buzzard rescued and released in Fujairah's Wadi Wurayah
Fujairah: During the last quarter of 2025, the Fujairah Environment Agency received a report from a community member about a large bird of prey trapped on his farm within the Wadi Wurayah National Park Biosphere Reserve. The biodiversity team responded immediately, visiting the location and finding»»»
Sofia Police and Prosecutors Probe Illegal Filming in Gynaecology Clinics
The Sofia District Prosecutor’s Office has launched an investigation following media reports about videos filmed in a gynaecology exam room in the capital Sofia and distributed on adult websites, the prosecution said on Thursday. A pre-trial investigation has been opened into the dissemination of p»»»
Ex-Environment Minister Calls for Making Public NGO Tipoffs to Authorities to Identify Possible Motives for Petrohan Murders
It would be very useful if all the reports submitted over the years by the National Agency for the Control of Protected Territories (NACPT) association were made public, in order to identify any potential motives for revenge against them, said Borislav Sandov, Minister of Environment and Water in K»»»
Macut: Visionary ideas key for growth, we will continue cooperation with UAE
DUBAI - Serbian PM Djuro Macut said on Thursday the World Governments Summit in Dubai had demonstrated that, as in the case of the UAE, visionary ideas were key for a country's growth, and added that continued cooperation between Serbia and the UAE had been highlighted at his meetings on the sideli»»»
Turkish President: Talks between USA and Iran at the leaders’ level will be useful after lower-level negotiations - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Albatha Healthcare Group acquires Insights Psychology to strengthen behavioral health services in UAE
Dubai: Albatha Healthcare Group (“the Group”), a leading integrated healthcare solutions provider in the UAE and a subsidiary of Albatha Holding, has acquired a majority stake in Insights Psychology (“Insights”), a neuroaffirming clinic providing world-class neurodevelopmental assessments, individu»»»
Bergerat Monnoyeur Romania: The future of construction is about mixed teams – Man + Machine + AI
The year 2025 was one of adjustment for the construction equipment market, after the record levels reached in 2022–2023 both locally and in Europe. In Romania, approximately 2,540 machines were sold, down 19% from the previous year. In this context, Bergerat Monnoyeur Romania, the leading distribut»»»
Romanian Business Leaders Foundation joins EBRD’s Civil Society Steering Committee
The Romanian Business Leaders Foundation (Romanian Business Leaders – RBL) has announced that its application has been accepted for a two-year mandate, covering 2026–2027, as a member of the Civil Society Steering Committee of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), alongside c»»»
Europeans don't admit Greenland concessions, JD Vance says
European allies of the US have made more concessions to the US over Greenland than they publicly admit, Vice-President JD Vance has said. "We definitely have gotten much more than we initially had," Vance said in an interview on the Megyn Kelly Show. He suggested that the "framework of a future dea»»»
Romanian CFOs expect tax increases and weaker fiscal predictability in 2026 – EY survey
Fiscal uncertainty, administrative pressure, and high expectations regarding the modernisation of the tax authority are the main challenges flagged by CFOs in Romania this year, according to the EY Romania Tax Policy Survey conducted in January 2026. These concerns follow a 2025 marked by significa»»»
Iguana's are falling from the trees in Florida and this is why
Dubai: It's raining iguana's in Florida. Imagine walking through Florida and having a 10-pound reptile drop from a tree onto your head. Welcome to iguana falling season. Green iguanas aren't supposed to be in Florida. They arrived in the 1960s and quickly made themselves at home. Now they're everyw»»»
Oman makes premarital medical screening mandatory
Dubai: Oman has made premarital medical screening mandatory for couples planning to marry, in a move aimed at early detection of hereditary blood disorders and infectious diseases and at providing medical counselling before marriage, the Ministry of Health said. The ministry said the measure is des»»»
Robin Hood-style thieves give away stolen food in protest over rising prices in Canada
MONTREAL: A group of activists dressed as Robin Hood raided a Montreal grocery store this week, stealing thousands of dollars worth of food and redistributing it to community fridges in what they described as a political protest against rising food prices. The group, calling itself Robin des Ruelle»»»
Media Review: February 5
HEADLINES Thursday’s print editions focus on rising household costs, legislative changes, and budgetary uncertainty. 24 Chasa reports that electricity bills have fuelled public tension, rising by around 30% due to cold weather and the holiday period. The newspaper also highlights proposed tougher p»»»
Prices Rising, People's Incomes Not Keeping Pace - MP Valkov
Prices are rising, but people's incomes are not keeping pace, said Gabriel Valkov of the BSP-United Left parliamentary group here Thursday. He was speaking to reporters in the corridors of Parliament a day after his parliamentary group proposed that Parliament review the 2026 budget submitted by th»»»
Fifth Saudi Media Forum Concludes with Awards Ceremony and Global Participation
Saudi Minister of Media Salman Al-Dossary attended on Wednesday the closing ceremony of the fifth edition of the Saudi Media Forum, held under the theme “Media in an Evolving World,” alongside the accompanying Future of Media Exhibition (FOMEX). The ceremony also included the announcement of the wi»»»
UAE motorists warned against fake toll payment messages
Ras Al Khaimah: Ras Al Khaimah Police have issued an urgent advisory warning motorists about a surge in fraudulent messages claiming unpaid traffic toll fees. Authorities said scammers are circulating SMS and instant messages designed to appear as official government or toll notifications. The mess»»»
BR Cover Story | GURSK: Growth rooted in trust
As the dental field rapidly evolves with new technologies and rising patient expectations, GURSK stands out by fostering a strong professional community and championing the responsible integration of global advancements. Its human-centred approach is shaping the future of dentistry in Romania, whil»»»
Raad says agreed with Aoun on sustained dialogue
Hezbollah is keen on cooperation to achieve the interest of all Lebanese, MP Mohammad Raad said Wednesday after he met with President Joseph Aoun in Baabda. He added that meetings and talks will continue between Hezbollah and the president to achieve Lebanon's interests. "We are keen on cooperation»»»
AI-written novels spark backlash at Cairo book fair after chatbot text slips into print
Dubai: Controversy has erupted at the Cairo International Book Fair (CIBF 2026) after several novels were found to contain passages apparently generated by an AI chatbot, including internal prompt-and-response text that appeared to have been left in the final printed editions, according to Egyptian»»»
Insights from re:FOCUS on Retail, Couriers & Logistics | Building Romania’s industrial backbone
The panel Building Romania’s industrial backbone, part of re:FOCUS on Retail, Couriers & Logistics 2026, brought together public authorities, logistics operators, and developers to discuss how infrastructure, risk management, and sustainability are shaping Romania’s industrial and logistics outlook»»»
Crypto went offshore after US inaction, Dubai moved first, says Robinhood executive
Dubai: Dubai’s regulatory approach to cryptocurrencies has given the emirate a clear advantage over the US, according to Daniel Gallagher, Chief Legal, Compliance and Corporate Affairs Officer at Robinhood, who said years of policy uncertainty in Washington pushed large parts of the industry offsho»»»
Albania lifts TikTok ban: official
Tirana, Albania: Albania's government has lifted an almost year-old ban on TikTok, according to a cabinet document published in local media and confirmed to AFP on Thursday by the prime minister's office. Albania blocked access to TikTok in March after a classmate fatally stabbed a teenager followi»»»
Kuwait Amb. to UAE: "UAE-Kuwait" Brothers Forever" week strengthens fraternal ties
By Salem Al-Methen ABU DHABI, Feb 5 (KUNA) -- Kuwait's Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates, Jamal Al-Ghunaim, on Thursday praised the UAE initiative marking the "UAE & Kuwait - Brothers Forever" week, Al-Ghunaim described it as a positive milestone that highlighted the depth of the historic and »»»