POLITICS – FUTURE CARETAKER CABINET President Iliana Iotova’s decision to appoint central bank Deputy Governor Andrey Gurov as caretaker prime minister and task him with forming a government until the upcoming snap parliamentary elections is covered extensively by the media. Capital: Deputy Governo»»»

US messenger app WhatsApp, owned by Meta Platforms, accused authorities in Russia on Thursday of trying to fully block its service in order to drive Russians to a state-owned app, which it alleged was used for surveillance. "Trying to isolate over 100 million users from private and secure communica»»»

Dubai: Allegations of racial discrimination have surfaced against Phuket’s Yona Beach Club after an Indian tourist claimed he and others were denied entry despite confirmed reservations and valid tickets. The floating beach club has denied any wrongdoing, saying its policies are not based on nation»»»

Over the last two decades, we have witnessed something genuinely unusual in public health: a medical breakthrough that has rapidly moved from specialist clinics into everyday conversation. GLP-1 drugs such as Wegovy and Mounjaro are no longer just diabetes medications but have become symbols of hop»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - European Council President Antonio Costa on Thursday supported the EU's retaliatory measures against US tariffs targeting bloc member states. In January, the European Parliament halted ratification of the EU-US trade deal after US President Donald Trump threatened duties on Europ»»»

The US House voted 219-211 on Wednesday to challenge President Donald Trump’s tariffs on Canada, with several Republicans joining Democrats in a rare rebuke of his trade policy. The largely symbolic measure seeks to end the national emergency underpinning the tariffs and now heads to the Senate. Th»»»

Gold prices ticked lower on Thursday, after unexpectedly strong US jobs data for January dented hopes for more interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve in the near term, while a firmer dollar added to pressure on the market. Spot gold edged 0.3% lower to $5,064.90 per ounce by 0820 GMT. US gold »»»

BusinessUnited States of AmericaDeutsche Bank faces pressure over Epstein tiesDirk KaufmannThe latest release of Epstein files show the late financier and convicted sex offender had up to 40 accounts with Deutsche Bank. https://p.dw.com/p/58Y0SDeutsche Bank should have known better than to deal wit»»»

Dubai: With just one week remaining until Ramadan begins, millions of Muslims around the world are preparing their hearts, homes, and routines for one of the most sacred months of the year. Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, is a time of spiritual reflection, self-discipline, p»»»

U.S. President Donald Trump told Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House Wednesday that talks with Iran must continue, rebuffing the Israeli prime minister's push for a tougher stance against Tehran. "There was nothing definitive reached other than I insisted that negotiations with Iran continue to s»»»

Dubai: Thailand is seeking to deepen its healthcare partnership with the UAE, shifting the focus from medical tourism to innovation, research, and startup collaboration, health officials said during a seminar on Wednesday at the World Health Expo 2026. On the sidelines of the event, Thai leaders an»»»

President Iliana Iotova tasked Andrey Gurov with proposing a lineup for a caretaker cabinet. The two met on Thursday after President Iotova nominated Bulgarian National Bank Deputy Governor as caretaker prime minister. On Wednesday, Iotova said Gurov will be her choice of a caretaker PM. Iotova wil»»»

U.S. House lawmakers voted Wednesday to reject Donald Trump's tariffs on Canadian goods, sweeping aside the president's last-gasp threat of election consequences for Republicans to deliver a rare rebuke on his signature economic policy. The resolution brought by Democrats was approved by a vote of »»»

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that huge crowds participating in nationwide rallies marking the anniversary of the 1979 Islamic Revolution made it clear that their rights and dignity are not for sale. In a post on his X account on Thursday, Araghchi stated that during the demonstratio»»»

China’s financial mandarins have in the past 24 hours seemingly instructed major banks to continue to trim their holdings of US Treasury bonds. The move, flagged here at Bne IntelliNews on February 3, but only widely cover»»»

China’s financial mandarins have in the past 24 hours seemingly instructed major banks to continue to trim their holdings of US Treasury bonds. The move, flagged here at Bne IntelliNews on February 3, but only widely cover»»»

The death toll from a crackdown over Iran’s nationwide protests last month has reached at least 7,002 people killed with many more still feared dead, activists said Thursday. The slow rise in the number of dead from the demonstrations adds to the overall tensions facing Iran both inside the country»»»

Dhaka: Bangladesh voted Thursday in its first election since a deadly 2024 uprising, as parties crushed under Sheikh Hasina’s rule return to the fray with a powerful political heir facing an Islamist-led coalition. Queues stretched outside polling stations in the capital Dhaka in the hugely anticip»»»

Dubai: Every year during Ramadan, hundreds of road accidents and dozens of fatalities in the UAE cast a shadow over what should be a time of reflection and togetherness with loved ones. As families gather and traffic swells across the country, the roads present unique challenges that demand heighte»»»

Roman Ivannikov has spent around 30 years pampering orchids, azaleas and figs at Ukraine's National Botanical Garden, but power cuts triggered by Russian strikes are threatening to freeze his cherished collection of tropical plants. Moscow has been pummeling Ukrainian energy sites with drones and m»»»

Doha, Qatar: Industries Qatar (IQ), yesterday announced a net profit of QR4.3bn for the year ended December 31, 2025 representing a decrease of8% compared to last year. Commenting on the Group’s financial and operational performance for the year ended on 31 December 2025, H E Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi,»»»

Kufra International Airport (HLKF) announced the issuance of an official NOTAM confirming the resumption of normal airport operations, following the completion of maintenance work on the damaged section of the runway. The airport has resumed receiving flights in accordance with established procedur»»»

North Korea appears to have begun designating leader Kim Jong-un's (R) daughter Ju-ae (C) as successor, Seoul's spy agency told lawmakers Thursday. In this photo, Ju-ae is seen with her parents at a New Year's event on Dec. 31, 2025. File Photo by KCNA/EPA North Korea appears to have entered the st»»»

People in County Donegal's largest town have hit out at what they say are chronic traffic problems caused by roadworks, which are due to continue for six months. Jimmy Stafford, president of Letterkenny chamber of commerce, said journeys are being delayed by up to 40 minutes and some traders are re»»»

Doha, Qatar: The retail sector’s performance in Qatar is expected to remain strong in 2026, driven by higher tourist arrivals and sustained demand for prime retail destinations. Cushman & Wakefield Qatar, a leading global real estate services firm held an event yesterday which discussed Qatar’s rea»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s expanding leadership in the global liquefied natural gas (LNG) sector continues to play a vital role in strengthening its economy and supporting sustained GDP growth, industry experts said on the sidelines of the LNG2026 conference, which concluded in Doha last week. Carlos Gue»»»

President Donald Trump said after talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday they reached no "definitive" agreement on how to move forward with Iran but he insisted negotiations with Tehran would continue to see if a deal can be achieved. Netanyahu, who had been expected to p»»»

President Iliana Iotova will appoint Bulgarian National Bank's deputy governor Andrey Gurov as the candidate for caretaker PM, tasking him with forming a caretaker government, the President’s press secretariat said on Thursday. On Wednesday, Iotova said Gurov will be her choice of a caretaker PM. I»»»

Ramadan fasting can be spiritually fulfilling, but for residents with underlying medical conditions, it requires careful planning and medical supervision, doctors have told Gulf News. While Islam provides exemptions for those whose health may be harmed, experts stress that protecting one’s wellbein»»»

The U.S. House on Wednesday evening voted to terminate the emergency declaration underpinning President Donald Trump's tariffs imposed on Canada. File Photo by Sarah Silbiger/UPI | License Photo Feb. 12 (UPI) -- In a rare rebuke of the Trump administration, the Republican-led House on Wednesday mov»»»

When Somaliland in the Horn of Africa established diplomatic relations with Israel on December 26, 2025, it made headlines around the world. Almost six-years prior, authorities in Hargeisa – the Somaliland capital – had al»»»

The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI), in cooperation with Skyline Automotive, Qatar’s Genesis dealership, announced the recall of Genesis GV60 models manufactured between 2021 and 2024.The recall was issued after it was identified that some vehicles were fitted with an incorrect upper winds»»»

When Somaliland in the Horn of Africa established diplomatic relations with Israel on December 26, 2025, it made headlines around the world. Almost six-years prior, authorities in Hargeisa – the Somaliland capital – had al»»»

When Somaliland in the Horn of Africa established diplomatic relations with Israel on December 26, 2025, it made headlines around the world. Almost six-years prior, authorities in Hargeisa – the Somaliland capital – had al»»»

When Somaliland in the Horn of Africa established diplomatic relations with Israel on December 26, 2025, it made headlines around the world. Almost six-years prior, authorities in Hargeisa – the Somaliland capital – had al»»»

When Somaliland in the Horn of Africa established diplomatic relations with Israel on December 26, 2025, it made headlines around the world. Almost six-years prior, authorities in Hargeisa – the Somaliland capital – had al»»»

With tensions on a razor’s edge and the world watching, the Pentagon has now ordered a second aircraft carrier strike group to stand at the ready —preparing to steam toward the Middle East on the edge of a knife, bracing for the unthinkable possibility of an attack on Iran. The Wall Street Journal,»»»

As Bangladesh continues to struggle with maintaining law and order as well as protecting its minority citizens from violence a landmark election is about to get underway - today - February 12 2026. However despite the»»»

As Bangladesh continues to struggle with maintaining law and order as well as protecting its minority citizens from violence a landmark election is about to get underway - today - February 12 2026. However despite the»»»

As Bangladesh continues to struggle with maintaining law and order as well as protecting its minority citizens from violence a landmark election is about to get underway - today - February 12 2026. However despite the»»»

As Bangladesh continues to struggle with maintaining law and order as well as protecting its minority citizens from violence a landmark election is about to get underway - today - February 12 2026. However despite the»»»

As Bangladesh continues to struggle with maintaining law and order as well as protecting its minority citizens from violence a landmark election is about to get underway - today - February 12 2026. However despite the»»»

As Bangladesh continues to struggle with maintaining law and order as well as protecting its minority citizens from violence a landmark election is about to get underway - today - February 12 2026. However despite the»»»

Two Uzbek companies reportedly feature on a draft European Union sanctions document because they supply cotton pulp to Russian gunpowder plants. The draft outlines how Fargona Kimyo Zavodi LLC and Raw Materials Cellulose L»»»

Two Uzbek companies reportedly feature on a draft European Union sanctions document because they supply cotton pulp to Russian gunpowder plants. The draft outlines how Fargona Kimyo Zavodi LLC and Raw Materials Cellulose L»»»

Two Uzbek companies reportedly feature on a draft European Union sanctions document because they supply cotton pulp to Russian gunpowder plants. The draft outlines how Fargona Kimyo Zavodi LLC and Raw Materials Cellulose L»»»

François Picard is pleased to welcome Emily Morris, Honorary Senior Research Associate at University College London's Institute of the Americas. The fuel embargo has shifted from an abstract policy dispute into harming quality of life. This is not simply “shortage,” but a sequence of events: deeper»»»

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said he had “insisted” in a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that Washington’s resumed talks with Iran over its nuclear programme will continue, but that no “definitive” agreement had been reached. Netanyahu wants to expand the negotiatio»»»

A video posted online on January 22 shows a Kurdish fighter posing selfie-style in front of 21 lifeless bodies following the evacuation of a prison in Kobane, Syria. While the Syrian Democratic Forces said the footage is authentic, they maintain the bodies were those of armed combatants – a cl»»»

A Paris appeals court on Wednesday set July 7 as the date it will issue its ruling in far-right leader Marine Le Pen’s EU parliament funds misuse case. A lower court last year banned her from public office for five years, and if the appeals court upholds that ruling, she will be unable to run in ne»»»