Thomas Pritzker, pictured in 2017 giving a speech in Tokyo, resigned as executive chairman of Hyatt Hotels Corporation over his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. Photo by Franck Robichon/EPA Feb. 16 (UPI) -- Thomas Pritzker, executive chairman of Hyatt Hotels Corporation, ann»»»

Dubai: A Dubai civil court has ordered a former internal audit director at a government-owned company to repay more than Dh8.6 million after holding him legally liable for embezzlement of public funds, deliberate financial harm to his employer and laundering illicit proceeds through overseas financ»»»

US President Donald Trump is directing federal agencies to help manage a sewage spill that has led to millions of gallons of wastewater flowing into the Potomac River, which runs through the nation's capital. In a social media post on Monday, Trump ordered federal authorities to "immediately provid»»»

Hillary Clinton has accused President Donald Trump's administration of a "cover-up" over its handling of files related to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. "Get the files out. They are slow-walking it," the former US secretary of state told the BBC in Berlin, where she attended the annual Worl»»»

Australian resources giant BHP reported Tuesday a jump in half-year net profit boosted by demand for copper to meet the world's need for electrical power. BHP says it is the world's largest copper producer after raising output by about 30 percent in the past four years, including from its vast Esco»»»

1 of 2 | Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. plans to take action on a petition calling for increased regulations on ultra-processed foods. Photo by Aaron Schwartz/UPI | License Photo Feb. 16 (UPI) -- Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. plans to take acti»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Charity (QC) has launched its Ramadan Campaign for 1447 AH (2026) under the slogan ‘Good Starts With You’, aiming to benefit 3.85 million people through various projects across 43 countries, while supporting development initiatives reaching 22 million beneficiaries t»»»

The British government announced new regulations on AI chatbots Monday. File Photo by Fazry Ismail/EPA Feb. 16 (UPI) -- The British government will add new regulations to artificial intelligence chatbots to protect children and other users, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced Monday. "The action »»»

Vazrazhdane MPs Iskra Mihaylova and Daniel Prodanov tabled a bill amending the Non-Profit Legal Entities Act to prohibit non-governmental organizations (NGOs) from using names that imitate state institutions, the party’s press service said on Monday. On February 10, Yes, Bulgaria announced on Faceb»»»

Egypt is implementing six petroleum refinery development projects with total investments exceeding $4bn, Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Karim Badawi said. The projects are designed to increase domestic production, boost added value, and reduce the country’s fuel import bill, Badawi sai»»»

BusinessGermanyWhy Germany's big builds often run over time and budgetAndreas Becker | Nicolas MartinMajor construction projects are rarely finished on time and usually cost much more than expected. What ever happened to German efficiency? https://p.dw.com/p/55YdYCologne's opera, pictured here in 2»»»

Abu Dhabi: The UAE and Bahrain have launched a pilot phase of a new “single travel point” initiative designed to streamline air travel between the two countries, in a move that reflects growing regional integration in aviation, security and digital infrastructure. The project, announced on Monday, »»»

Israel's government has approved a process to register land in the West Bank as "state property", drawing condemnation from Arab nations and critics who said it would accelerate annexation of the Palestinian territory. Israel's foreign ministry said the measure, approved late on Sunday, would enabl»»»

1 of 2 | British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is greeted by a guard of honor after he arrived for a state visit to China in Beijing, China, on Jan. 28. Starmer met with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Jan. 29, in Beijing. It was the first trip to China by a British prime minister since 2018. Photo b»»»

Authorities are investigating an attempted arson against the home and car of Samuil Popov, the mayor of the Sofia borough of Bistritsa, on Monday. The attack has triggered a major police operation and a wave of political reactions warning of threats to local government and democratic institutions. »»»

DOHA: Vodafone Qatar has announced the opening of two new retail stores located at Doha Mall and Wakrah Boulevard, reinforcing its commitment to bringing world-class connectivity and customer experiences closer to communities across the country. Conveniently located in two high traffic, fast growin»»»

With the holy month of Ramadan approaching, the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) has announced the conditions and guidelines for issuing permits to install Ramadan tents in front of houses and residential villas across all areas of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi The Department of Municipa»»»

Abu Dhabi is set to host IAAPA Expo Middle East 2026 for the first time, marking a significant milestone for the UAE’s fast-expanding entertainment and attractions sector. The decision underscores the emirate’s long-term tourism strategy and its growing role as both a regional and global hub for le»»»

A long discussion during a prominent cyber event in Dubai highlighted how Security Information and Event Management has evolved far beyond log aggregation and static alerts into intelligent, context-aware, business intelligent Next-Gen Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platforms. The»»»

Dubai: In a major move aimed at boosting privacy and preventing misuse, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is reportedly considering a redesign of the Aadhaar card. While there is no official rollout timeline yet, multiple media reports suggest significant changes could be on the »»»

After US President Donald Trump oversaw the seizure of his Venezuelan counterpart Nicolás Maduro last month, he vowed to tap the country's oil reserves – the world's largest. But for the US oil firms that Trump wants to go into Venezuela, the question is a simple one - do the numbers add up? In Tru»»»

Dubai: Dubai-based flydubai is expanding again in Southeast Asia, confirming a double-daily service to Bangkok from September that will lift its Thailand operation to 28 flights a week. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The move gives travellers more choice, deepens link»»»

On Feb. 16, 2005, after a five-month lockout, the National Hockey League canceled its entire 2004-05 season. 1 of 5 | NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman meets the New York media on February 16, 2005, to announce the cancellation of the 2004-05 hockey season. File Photo by Ezio Petersen/UPI | License Pho»»»

The demand for qualified chefs in Bulgaria continues to grow, driven by tourism, urban development, and rising expectations in the hospitality sector. Restaurants, hotels, and catering businesses are no longer looking only for short-term solutions—they need reliable professionals who can contribute»»»

Israel's government has approved a process to register land in the West Bank, drawing condemnation from Arab nations and critics who labelled it a "mega land grab" that would accelerate annexation of the Palestinian territory. Israel's foreign ministry said the measure would enable "transparent and»»»

Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF) CEO Kirill Dmitriev, who is also the special presidential representative for investment and economic cooperation with foreign countries, said that the foundation of US billionaire Bill Gates promoted inferior vaccines and hindered the use of the best ones, whic»»»

Doha, Qatar: Lusail International Circuit (LIC) unveiled the Formula 1 Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix 2026 Show Car, in line with early bird ticket offers, showcasing its striking new livery. The 2026 car reflects Formula 1’s new era of racing, ahead of ticket sales opening for the milestone fifth »»»

Doha, Qatar: Data storytelling can fundamentally reshape how students understand and use information, empowering them to become active participants in decision-making rather than passive recipients of knowledge, according to Associate Dean for Community Engagement at College of Public Policy (CPP) »»»

Attorney General Pam Bondi announced that “all” Epstein-related files have been released in accordance with the Epstein Files Transparency Act, Fox News reported. In a letter to congressional leaders obtained by Fox News Digital, the Justice Department said it released all “records, documents, comm»»»

Cuba has announced the cancellation of its iconic cigar festival due to a major energy crisis on the island triggered by a US blockade of oil shipments, which has worsened a severe fuel shortage and caused widespread blackouts. The United States cut off oil deliveries from key ally Venezuela after »»»

Dubai: A massive tourism concept designed to recreate the Moon on Earth is moving closer to reality, with developers revealing plans for the project to launch across ten countries and attract millions of visitors annually. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The project, c»»»

Russia has conducted the first launch of an unmanned stratospheric platform designed as a potential alternative to Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite network. Starlink relies on expansive satellites in space, but the Russian p»»»

On February 11, 2026, what began as a routine domestic flight from Lagos to Port Harcourt turned into a heart-stopping ordeal for approximately 80 passengers and crew aboard an Arik Air Boeing 737-700. A catastrophic failure in the left engine forced an emergency diversion to Benin Airport. But tha»»»

Dubai: A delivery rider initially thought to have jumped from a bridge was later identified as a victim of a hit-and-run, after Dubai Police digitally reconstructed the incident using advanced “Digital Twin” technology. Investigators had initially relied on witness accounts suggesting suicide. Virt»»»

Attorney General Pam Bondi, pictured speaking during a House Judiciary Committee oversight hearing on Wednesday, sent a letter to Congress notifying leaders of the judiciary committees that the Department of Justice has released all the Jeffrey Epstein files it plans to, and included a list of "pol»»»

KUWAIT, Feb 15 (KUNA) -- 1975 -- Kuwaiti MPs Jassem Al-Qatami and Rashed Al-Farhan submitted the first-of-a-kind draft law to grant women the right to run in elections and vote. The parliament was dissolved before the house discuss the bill. 1994 -- Kuwait Amir Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah signed»»»

The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has said it has released all of the files required by the Epstein Files Transparency Act, but lawmakers have argued the release is insufficient. The letter sent to Congress members on Saturday said all records, documents, communications and investigative materials»»»

Banque du Caire has signed a new financing agreement with the Kandil Glass Group to support the company’s capital expansion, including the establishment of a new glass production facility in the Ataqa Free Zone in Suez governorate. The financing package includes a six-year medium-term loan worth $1»»»

Red Sea Global, the developer of regenerative tourism destinations, unveiled on Sunday “Adrena,” a contemporary adventure and leisure zone in Saudi Arabia that sets new benchmarks for excitement and exploration. The zone is scheduled to open to the public on March 1, following an invitation-only so»»»

RAMALLAH, Feb 15 (KUNA) -- The Palestinian Presidency has warned of the serious consequences of the Israeli occupation's decision allowing it to declare lands in the occupied West Bank as state property, said the Palestinian News & Info Agency (WAFA).In a statement issued Sunday, the Presidency sai»»»

Ukraine’s Vladimir Zelensky’s personal remarks about Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban at the Munich Security Conference were “childish” and unbecoming of a head of state, political risk consultant and lawyer Adriel Kasonta has said The controversy stems from remarks made by Zelensky on Saturda»»»

“Zelensky thinks he’s just winning easy points because the elite of the EU will be happy to see him taking swipes at Orban,” prolific commentator Dr. George Szamuely told Sputnik, commenting on Zelensky’s personal attack against Hungary’s PM at the Munich Security Conference, and Orban’s blistering»»»

A procession in memory of Gen. Hristo Lukov took place in Sofia on Saturday, after a court decision lifted the municipality’s ban on the event. The march began at the intersection of Knyaz Aleksandar Dondukov Boulevard and Krakra Street and continued to Trakia Street, where participants stopped in »»»

Lebanon commemorated on Saturday the 21st anniversary of the assassination of former Prime Minister Rafik Hariri, with a popular rally and pointed political statements highlighting questions of sovereignty, state authority, and upcoming elections. Speaking to supporters in Downtown Beirut, his son,»»»

London: Larry the cat, the UK's most famous feline, marks 15 years on Sunday as the country's chief mouser patrolling the corridors of power around number 10 Downing Street. Here are four things to know about the purr-fect puss who over the years has charmed his way into the hearts of some of the w»»»

A prolonged impasse between US lawmakers over immigration enforcement ensnared the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in a partial government shutdown on Saturday, with Democrats in Congress vowing to withhold funding until major changes are enacted in the wake of two fatal shootings by fed»»»

From perfectly spelled phishing emails to fake videos of government officials, artificial intelligence is changing the game for Interpol's cat-and-mouse fight against cybercrime at its high-tech war rooms in Singapore. Their foe: crime syndicates, structured like multinational firms, which are expl»»»

Reports that Chinese regulators have instructed banks to curb exposure to US Treasuries have prompted the usual speculation about a financial decoupling in recent days, a note by Capital Economics says. According to t»»»

Reports that Chinese regulators have instructed banks to curb exposure to US Treasuries have prompted the usual speculation about a financial decoupling in recent days, a note by Capital Economics says. According to t»»»

Reports that Chinese regulators have instructed banks to curb exposure to US Treasuries have prompted the usual speculation about a financial decoupling in recent days, a note by Capital Economics says. According to t»»»