Recognising the achievements of women is about more than acknowledgement, it sets direction. In the UAE, gender balance has moved beyond policy statements to board mandates, executive appointments and measurable participation across government and industry. Female representation in leadership is no»»»

The management of St. Anna Hospital in Varna Wednesday sent a letter to Varna Municipal Council Z\Chair Hristo Dimitrov requesting an urgent allocation of EUR 300,000 in financial assistance for the medical institution, the Municipal Council said on its website. It will be considered at a meeting o»»»

President Iliana Iotova said here on Wednesday after caretaker Prime Minister-designate Andrey Gurov presented his proposal for a cabinet line up, that she will decree the appointment of the caretaker cabinet and will issue another decree for holding the early parliamentary elections on April 19, 2»»»

There were no other people present at the Petrohan mountain lodge on the night when three people died there, Deputy Appellate Prosecutor of the Sofia Appellate Prosecution Office Natalia Nikolova said during a joint briefing by the prosecution service and the police. All evidence collected so far, »»»

What began as an ordinary shift for Jerusalem bus driver Fakhri Khatib ended hours later in tragedy. A chaotic spiral of events, symptomatic of a surge in racist violence targeting Arab bus drivers in Israel, led to the death of a teenager, Khatib's arrest and calls for him to be charged with aggra»»»

Doha, Qatar: Ramadan decorations and festive lights are illuminating streets and public spaces across Qatar, marking the advent of the holy month. With the start of Ramadan, major roads and destinations including the Doha Corniche, Katara Cultural Village, and Old Doha Port have been adorned with c»»»

The world's main coffee-growing regions are roasting under additional days of climate change-driven heat every year, threatening harvests and contributing to higher prices, researchers said Wednesday. An analysis found that there were 47 extra days of harmful heat per year on average in 25 countrie»»»

The Sofia District Prosecutor’s Office has charged a 30-year-old man with inflicting serious bodily harm on his father in an incident of domestic violence. According to the investigation, on February 14, the man assaulted his father in their apartment in the Lyulin district of Sofia. The attack inv»»»

Dubai: As US and Iranian negotiators cautiously sustain indirect talks in Geneva, diplomacy is unfolding against one of the most heavily militarised backdrops in recent US–Iran history. American carrier strike groups sit within operational reach of Iran, while Tehran conducts missile exercises near»»»

Skopje, 17 February 2026 (MIA) - Wizz Air is set to introduce two new direct flights from Skopje to Italy’s Palermo and Alghero in July, the company announced Tuesday. Towards the end of March, flights to Budapest and Naples will also be launched at the Skopje International Airport, as well as to M»»»

Dubai: When the alarm doesn’t go off (or you hit snooze one too many times) suhoor can quickly turn into a rushed glass of water and a promise to 'eat better tomorrow'. But skipping suhoor during Ramadan isn’t just uncomfortable, it can mean low energy, headaches and serious brain fog by mid-mornin»»»

Caretaker Prime Minister-designate Andrey Gurov presented his proposal for a cabinet lineup to President Iliana Iotova on Wednesday. Here are the caretaker Cabinet members: Andrey Gurov - Prime Minister Andrey Yankulov - Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Justice Maria Nedin - Deputy Prime Minis»»»

In a declaration delivered on behalf of the parliamentary group of the Alliance for Rights and Freedoms, MP Yavor Haytov said from the parliamentary rostrum on Wednesday that the day marked 153 years since the snowy February day of 1873, when on the outskirts of Sofia, amid the shouts of a crowd ga»»»

EY Romania today released the study Migration at a crossroads: The evolution of emigration and immigration in Romania within the global system, analysing the impact of migration on the country’s economy, as well as on its social and cultural structures, unveiling a complex reality around the phenom»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli occupation forces open fire at pickup truck in the outskirts of Al-Wazzani in south Lebanon: Al-Manar correspondent 18-02-2026 11:5»»»

The Prosecutor’s Office and the Ministry of Internal Affairs presented new findings on the Petrohan and Okolchitsa cases at a press briefing on Wednesday. Participants included Deputy Appellate Prosecutor Nataliya Nikolova, Chief Commissioner Zahari Vaskov, Deputy Director Senior Commissioner Ivan »»»

Dubai: As Ramadan brings unique traffic patterns and heightened road activity across the UAE, motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists are urged to exercise extra caution to prevent accidents, particularly during the rush hours before iftar. Most road accidents during Ramadan occur just before sunset, »»»

New Delhi: An Indian professor has sparked ridicule after falsely suggesting a Chinese-made robot dog displayed at a major AI summit in New Delhi was developed by her university. The silver mechanical dog -- a model sold by Chinese startup Unitree -- appeared at a booth run by the private Galgotias»»»

H.E. Hakan Fidan, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye, will participate in the inaugural meeting of the Board of Peace to be held in Washington, D.C. on 19 February 2026, on behalf of President Erdoğan.»»»

A man has been arrested in Thessaloniki for allegedly trying to pull off a widespread phone scam, involving a supposed home wiring fault, on a policewoman. Police said Wednesday the 20-year-old suspect allegedly posed as an electricity company employee and warned his intended victim that there was »»»

The narrative pushed by Zelensky and European leaders that Ukraine is "defending" Europe, is nothing but a big lie, Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto said. The conflict in Ukraine is not Europe's issue, and therefore he considers assertions touted by both Ukrainian and European leaders tha»»»

Long known for its olives and seaside charm, the southern Greek city of Kalamata has found itself in the spotlight thanks to a towering mural that reimagines legendary soprano Maria Callas as an allegory for the city itself. The massive artwork on the side of a prominent building in the city center»»»

Chyngyz Eshimbekov has been appointed Consul General of Kyrgyzstan in Chicago, USA. The presidential press service reported. Sadyr Japarov signed the corresponding decree. Previously, this position was held by Bolotbek Borbiev, brother of the famous singer Bek Borbiev. He was relieved of his post l»»»

Dubai: Dubai South has opened a new aviation support facility designed to help airlines repair and service aircraft equipment more quickly. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The new centre, launched at the Mohammed bin Rashid Aerospace Hub (MBRAH), will be operated by RH»»»

Eighty-five countries have signed on to a Palestinian-led joint statement condemning the recent Israeli security cabinet decisions aimed at tightening the occupation’s control of the West Bank. “We strongly condemn unilateral Israeli decisions and measures aimed at expanding Israel’s unlawful prese»»»

Dubai: Emirates NBD has approved a draft plan to merge its Indian branches with RBL Bank, subject to the acquisition of a majority stake, marking a key regulatory step in what would be the UAE lender’s largest international banking expansion. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Bal»»»

“One of the most cherished and sacred dates in our national history is the date on which Vasil Levski passed into immortality. And that date is February 19,” said in a statement from the parliamentary rostrum Vazrazhdane leader Kostadin Kostadinov, on the occasion of the 153rd anniversary of Vasil »»»

British ‌Prime Minister Keir Starmer spoke to US President Donald Trump on Tuesday night about US-mediated Russia-Ukraine peace talks in Geneva, as well as talks between the US and Iran on ‌their nuclear ‌dispute, a Downing Street ‌spokesperson ⁠said. Starmer also discussed ⁠Gaza with Trump and str»»»

The Polish Defense Ministry has withdrawn a supplementary training course on “gender perspectives in military operations” after it drew sharp criticism from right-wing politicians. The ministry said on Monday the program had been scrapped by Defense Minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz, who appeared »»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Pezeshkian: Nuclear Talks Under Leader’s Supervision, Not Just For Show 18-02-2026 11:31 AM President Masoud Pezeshkian has emphasized the »»»

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The Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of Kyrgyzstan announced measures to improve air quality, develop climate policy, and implement waste management systems. According to the ministry, as part of efforts to improve air quality, Cabinet of Ministers’ Decree No. 221 a»»»

PoliticsGermanyGermany news: Merz open to social media ban for under-16sRichard Connor with AFP, AP, dpa, Reuters, KNA, SID, epaGerman Chancellor Friedrich Merz has said he would consider a ban on social media for under-16s. Meanwhile, Berlin's ambassador to Iran is summoned for a reprimand over "a»»»

Retail schemes are maintaining a strong pace of expansion, with more than 750,000 sqm of projects currently under construction or in planning across Romania, with delivery by 2029. If all planned projects are completed, the country’s total retail stock will exceed 5.6 million sqm by the end of 2029»»»

A large number of residents of Istočno Novo Sarajevo welcomed their fellow citizen Aleksandar Ivanović last night, the boxer who won the UBF title in the cruiserweight division. A spectacular reception featuring flares was organized in Gavrilo Princip Park for Ivanović, a professional boxer of Boxi»»»

Saudi Arabia has launched its first endowment fund dedicated to advancing environmental, water and agricultural sustainability, reinforcing efforts to strengthen the Kingdom’s non-profit sector and long-term development. Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture Eng. Abdulrahman Al-Fadhli on T»»»

Feb. 18 (UPI) -- The U.S. military has killed 11 people in recent strikes on three boats allegedly transporting drugs in the eastern Pacific and the Caribbean Sea. The boats were attacked late Monday, U.S. Southern Command said in a statement, which alleged that the three boats were operated by des»»»

At a meeting of the Environmental Council, Bishkek Mayor Aibek Dzhunushaliev commented on the situation with ash from the capital’s heating and power plant (HPP). The city is facing an environmental problem: ash dumps, previously located far from populated areas, are now located within the city lim»»»

TradeGermanyChina shock: Will Merz take on Germany's top rival?Nik MartinChancellor Friedrich Merz is scrambling to defend German industry from the economic upheaval caused by intense rivalry from China. Momentum is building for fresh trade barriers to stop unfair trade practices. https://p.dw.com/»»»

Police in northern Greece have arrested the driver of a private ambulance for drink driving, reports said. According to the voria.gr website the 41-year-old man was stopped early Wednesday in Thessaloniki’s Kalochori district and taken into custody after he failed a breathalyser test. Greek authori»»»

Dubai: Javed Akhtar, who worked with veteran screenwriter Salim Khan during their celebrated partnership in the 1970s, visited him at Lilavati Hospital late Tuesday night. He was joined by Aryan Khan, who also came to see the ailing writer. Salim Khan was admitted to the hospital after suffering a »»»

Due to overnight snowfall, road conditions in parts of the country are complicated, and some municipalities have declared Wednesday a non-school day. Because of heavy snowdrifts and reduced visibility, traffic for all motor vehicles has been temporarily restricted on the Trakia Motorway between Bur»»»

Nine skiers were missing after an avalanche in California's Sierra Nevada mountains on Tuesday, but six others, who had been stranded, have since been rescued, authorities said. The avalanche swept the Castle Peak area of Truckee, California, about 10 miles north of Lake Tahoe, at about 11:30 a.m. »»»

Turkey could “lose its industry” unless structural problems, high borrowing costs and persistent inflation are tackled. That’s the warning from Burhan Ozdemir, head of the Independent Industrialists and Businessmen’s Assoc»»»

Turkey could “lose its industry” unless structural problems, high borrowing costs and persistent inflation are tackled. That’s the warning from Burhan Ozdemir, head of the Independent Industrialists and Businessmen’s Assoc»»»

US Special Presidential Envoy Steve Witkoff said Washington had made “meaningful progress” in negotiations on a potential Ukrainian settlement after a first day of trilateral talks in Geneva on February 17 involving US, Ukrainian and Russian representatives. »»»

Rescuers have found the body of a 59-year-old man who was buried under a snow avalanche in Suusamyr, the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic reported. On the instructions of the head of the ministry, Major General Urmatbek Shamyrkanov, the search operation w»»»

Manila: At a raucous 2022 campaign rally, the two most formidable names in Philippine politics stood side by side, sealing an alliance that seemed unstoppable. Before a sea of roaring supporters, then–vice presidential candidate Sara Duterte turned to her running mate, Ferdinand Marcos Jr., and dec»»»

Romanian engineering company Piaxo has announced the opening of a new research and development center in Timisoara, developed in strategic collaboration with Clarios, a firm specialized in battery technology. The opening will create over 120 highly skilled jobs across all engineering disciplines — »»»

In a declaration delivered on behalf of the parliamentary group Continue the Change – Democratic Bulgaria, MP Elisaveta Belobradova said from the parliamentary rostrum on Wednesday that February 18, 2026 marks 153 years since the hanging of Vasil Levski, one of the most powerful symbols of Bulgaria»»»