Al Awsat 6m

Saudi Arabia Records Highest Quarterly Non-Oil Exports Since 2017

Saudi Arabia recorded its highest quarterly level of non-oil exports since 2017 in the fourth quarter of 2025, highlighting a significant structural shift in the Kingdom’s trade dynamics. Data from the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) showed that the merchandise trade surplus rose 26.3 per»»»

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Naharnet 18m

US and Iran hold third round of talks in Geneva

Iran and the United States are talking in Geneva for a third time on Thursday as President Donald Trump seeks to delay Tehran's nuclear program while threatening it by deploying a massive number of aircraft and warships to the Middle East. U.S. special Mideast envoy Steve Witkoff, a billionaire rea»»»

Gulf News 28m

‘Joy of Giving’ Ramadan programme by Aster reaches city roads and remote desert areas

Dubai: Aster Volunteers will distribute 150,000 Iftar kits to motorists and vulnerable workers across the UAE during Ramadan as part of its annual “Joy of Giving” programme, held in collaboration with Dubai Police. Now in its seventh year, the initiative will see more than 100 volunteers stationed »»»

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Gulf News 29m

Why an Indian couple got detained and deported from Jeju Island and why it could happen to you too

Dubai: Indian travellers dreaming of a visa-free holiday in Jeju Island should think twice or at least prepare far more carefully after a high-profile detention case sparked an official response from the Embassy of India in Seoul, South Korea. The incident that started it allTravel vlogger Sachin A»»»

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Actmedia 50m

MF:Romania accelerates green budgeting; labeling of budgetary and fiscal expenditures for 2025 successfully completed

The Ministry of Finance published the results of the process of labeling budgetary and fiscal expenditures for 2025, a technical step that ensures the fulfillment of Milestone 123 of the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR) - "Green budgeting within Component 6 - Energy," according to a sta»»»

The Peninsula 1h

Technical Project Marketplace on Tasklink — A structured model for managing projects

Doha, Qatar: In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, the challenge facing companies is no longer limited to finding technical talent. The real challenge lies in managing technical projects within a clear, structured framework that ensures quality, commitment, and risk reduction. As organisat»»»

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Gulf News 1h

SB Girls Dubai ticket sales date revealed, venue shifted

Dubai: It’s official! Fans of Filipino pop group SB Girls can start booking their tickets for the Dubai leg of the group’s reunion tour starting tomorrow and there’s a key update about where the show will take place. In an exclusive interview with Gulf News, the programme producers, ProXperts and L»»»

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Gulf News 1h

You can fly to India from the UAE for under Dh300 during Eid, but there’s a catch

Dubai: Travellers flying between the UAE and India can book one-way ‘lite’ fares starting from Dh323, India’s Air India Express announced as it launched its monthly ‘PayDay Sale’ across domestic and international routes. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The limited-time»»»

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Gulf News 1h

More than 700 brands to offer up to 75% discounts at Sharjah Ramadan Nights 2026

Sharjah: Expo Centre Sharjah is set to host the 43rd edition of the “Ramadan Nights 2026” exhibition from March 6 to 22, as part of the Sharjah Ramadan Festival, organisers said. The exhibition will span more than 18,000 square metres and is expected to attract over 150,000 visitors. More than 210 »»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Qatar renews commitment to principles of disarmament, nuclear non-proliferation

Geneva: Qatar participated in the High-Level Segment of the Conference on Disarmament held in Geneva. Qatar was represented at the event by Deputy Permanent Representative of the Permanent Delegation of the State of Qatar to the UN Office in Geneva Jawhara bint Abdulaziz Al Suwaidi. Al Suwaidi affi»»»

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Sana 1h

Lebanon PM says government seeks to recalibrate ties with Syria

Beirut, Feb. 26 (SANA) Lebanon’s Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said Wednesday that his government is working to recalibrate relations with Syria, signaling a shift toward a relationship based on “mutual trust and respect.” Speaking at an iftar event in Beirut, Salam said the past year had seen notable»»»

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Gulf News 1h

90% of UAE workers now covered by Unemployment Insurance

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has announced that 90 per cent of the targeted workforce has enrolled in the Unemployment Insurance Scheme as of the end of 2025. The Ministry said that more than Dh350 million in compensation has been paid to individuals who lost their jobs»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Digital becomes the default: Qatar accelerates its shift away from cash

How would you characterize the payments landscape in Qatar today, and what stands out most to you? Qatar’s payments landscape is clearly becoming more digital-first, with the shift away from cash becoming increasingly visible in everyday life. According to Visa’s latest Where Cash Hides report, aro»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Philippine Society for Quality launches first international chapter in Dubai

Dubai: The Philippine Society for Quality – Middle East (PSQ ME) has been officially launched this month, marking a historic first for the organisation outside the country. PSQ ME is the first international chapter of the Philippine Society for Quality, Inc., an institution established in 1969 that»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Viral macaque Punch is thriving as Zoo responds to hair loss concerns

Dubai: If you have spent any time online recently and have not yet encountered Punch, the seven-month-old Japanese macaque from Ichikawa City Zoo near Tokyo, then, you need to meet the internet's most beloved monkey that has all of our hearts captured. UAE brands have seem to taken on the trend wit»»»

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Kathimerini 2h

Soccer club head jailed over fan violence at game

The chairman of a third-division Piraeus soccer club has been jailed for six months over fan violence during a match earlier this month, state ERT television said Thursday. The Ionikos Nikaias chairman was convicted together with two club supporters, and was sent to prison after the Piraeus court r»»»

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BNE 2h

Russia’s MinFin to tighten budget rule as oil revenues sink

Oil and gas revenues will account for less than 20% of Russia's budget this year, Finance Minister Anton Siluanov told the Duma on February 26, as oil prices tumble and sanctions on Russia’s shadow fleet become more effective. »»»

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BNE 2h

Russia’s MinFin to tighten budget rule as oil revenues sink

Oil and gas revenues will account for less than 20% of Russia's budget this year, Finance Minister Anton Siluanov told the Duma on February 26, as oil prices tumble and sanctions on Russia’s shadow fleet become more effective. »»»

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Gulf News 2h

Air Arabia rolls out daily flights on new European route from Sharjah

Dubai: Travellers from the UAE will soon have another low cost option to Europe after Air Arabia announced the launch of a new daily international route from Sharjah to Rome, strengthening connectivity and offering more affordable travel choices for residents. Sign up for our daily business newslet»»»

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Al Awsat 3h

NKorea Warns it Could Destroy South if Threatened, Leaves Door Open for US Dialogue

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un claimed his nuclear-armed country could “completely destroy” South Korea if its security were threatened, reiterating his refusal to engage with Seoul, state media said Thursday. However, he left the door open to dialogue with Washington as he concluded a ruling part»»»

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Sputnik 3h

Kim Jong-un Vows 'Terrible' Retaliation for Any Military Acts Against North Korea

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has declared the country's military readiness to deliver merciless retaliation in response to any hostile military actions against the country. "Our army will deliver terrible retaliatory attacks to any forces the moment they commit hostile military acts of infringin»»»

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Sputnik 3h

UAE Foreign Minister Discussed Mideast Situation With US Vice President - Reports

On Monday, the UAE Foreign Ministry said Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan had a phone call with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, during which he stressed the importance of a successful outcome of US-Iran negotiations. UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan discussed the situat»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Zakat Department enhances readiness with integrated collection system

Doha, Qatar: The Zakat Affairs Department at the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has announced the completion of its operational and technical preparations to receive zakat payments during the holy month of Ramadan 2026. The department confirmed that it has activated a comprehensive collectio»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Collecting donations in the UAE? You must hold a valid permit — or face legal consequences

The UAE Public Prosecution has clarified that calling for or promoting fundraising activities without obtaining the required license constitutes a criminal offence, warning that such conduct may result in legal accountability. In an awareness video published yesterday through its social media platf»»»

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Gulf News 3h

11 men face jail, 1.1 million fines after Dh600,000 robbery

The Sharjah Criminal Court has sentenced 11 men to three years in prison, fined each Dh100,000 and ordered their deportation after convicting them of robbing Dh600,000 from an employee transporting company funds in the Al Taawun area. Court records show the robbery targeted an Arab accountant who w»»»

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UPI 3h

Trump halts $250M in Medicaid payments to Minnesota over alleged fraud - UPI.com

Vice President JD Vance, seen here on January 9, 2026, announced on Wednesday that the Trump administration was suspending Medicaid payments to Minnesota over alleged fraud. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Feb. 25 (UPI) -- The Trump administration announced Wednesday it is pausing mor»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Collecting donations in the UAE? You must hold a valid permit — or face legal consequences

The UAE Public Prosecution has clarified that calling for or promoting fundraising activities without obtaining the required license constitutes a criminal offence, warning that such conduct may result in legal accountability. In an awareness video published yesterday through its social media platf»»»

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France24 4h

Trump’s marathon State of Union: Big claims and the questions he left unanswered

US President Donald Trump used his annual State of the Union address on Tuesday to make truth-bending claims of domestic and foreign policy success but failed to confirm whether the US is planning a military strike on Iran or to mention the unfolding scandal surrounding late sex offender Jeffery Ep»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Dubai-based Yalla BB launches new app to simplify second-hand fashion in UAE

Dubai-based startup Yalla BB has launched a new mobile application aimed at simplifying how people buy and sell second-hand fashion in the UAE, offering a more structured and trusted approach to resale in a market that continues to grow in popularity. Built in Dubai, Yalla BB is a social recommerce»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Dubai gold eases Dh3.50 but global rally keeps buyers on edge

Dubai: Gold prices in Dubai opened lower on Thursday morning, giving residents a brief respite after a volatile February that has kept jewellery buyers and investors on edge. At 8.30 am, the 24-karat rate stood at Dh624.75 per gram, down from Dh628.25 on Wednesday. The 22-karat variety slipped to D»»»

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France24 4h

DR Congo govt forces launch attacks on multiple fronts against AFC/M23 troops

Kinshasa's forces launched attacks on several fronts against AFC/M23 rebels in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) on Wednesday, with drones striking the armed group near a strategic mining site, local and security sources told AFP on Wednesday. DR Congo government forces launched an at»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Saudi Arabia revises labour penalties, sets SR10,000 fine for hiring foreign workers without permits

Dubai: Saudi Arabia has amended its schedule of labour violations and penalties, introducing updated fines including a SR10,000 penalty for employing a non-Saudi worker without a valid work permit. The decision was issued by Ahmed Al Rajhi, Minister of Human Resources and Social Development, as par»»»

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24 News Agency 4h

Kyrgyzstan abstains from UN vote on resolution on peace in Ukraine - | 24.KG

On the fourth anniversary of the outbreak of hostilities in Ukraine, the UN General Assembly adopted a resolution in support of peace. The organization’s website says. The document was supported by 107 states, 12 voted against, and 51, including Kyrgyzstan, the United States, and China, abstained. »»»

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BNE 5h

ERG has reportedly restarted Kazakh iron ore shipments to Russia’s MMK

A first consignment of iron ore supplies from Kazakhstan’s Sokolov-Sarbai Mining and Processing Plant, part of Eurasian Resources Group (ERG), was reportedly dispatched on February 23 to Russia’s Magnitogorsk Iron and Steel Works (MMK) following a four-year suspension on deliveries, the TradingShar»»»

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BNE 5h

US formally warned Kyiv over attacks on Russia that damage American oil majors’ interests, says ambassador

The US issued a formal warning, or demarche, to Kyiv over damage suffered by American commercial interests caused by Ukrainian attacks on Russian infrastructure used by Kazakhstan for most of its crude oil exports, according to Ukraine’s ambassador to Washington, Olha Stefanishyna. »»»

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Gulf News 5h

Here's where Dubai and Sharjah traffic stood still this morning

Dubai: Commuters travelling between Dubai and Sharjah endured a slow Thursday morning as accidents and peak-hour congestion backed up several key roads across both emirates. Crashes compound Emirates Road rushThe worst of the disruption centred on Emirates Road (E611), where multiple crashes near W»»»

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Gulf News 5h

Fog warning and rough seas: NCM issues weather alert for UAE

Dubai: Temperatures are set to fall across the UAE today, with a chance of fog in some areas and rough seas in the Arabian Gulf, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). In its weather bulletin, the NCM said conditions would be fair to partly cloudy, with a decrease in temperatures an»»»

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Gulf News 6h

Fog warning and rough seas: NCM issues weather alert for UAE

Dubai: Temperatures are set to fall across the UAE today, with a chance of fog in some areas and rough seas in the Arabian Gulf, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). In its weather bulletin, the NCM said conditions would be fair to partly cloudy, with a decrease in temperatures an»»»

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Gulf News 7h

UAE refutes false accusations made before Human Rights Council by warring party in Sudan

GENEVA: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has affirmed that it is exercising its right of reply in response to false and baseless accusations made earlier today by a party to the conflict in Sudan whose hands are stained with the blood of its own people. Also Read: UAE strongly condemns targeting of W»»»

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Gulf News 8h

Guarding the digital nation: How the UAE is confronting a new wave of cyber threats

The UAE has once again urged businesses, government entities, and the public to remain vigilant amid a rising wave of global cyberattacks. The warning, delivered through official channels this month, reflects a growing reality in that cyber threats are no longer abstract risks. They are immediate, »»»

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Gulf News 8h

Kerala to Keralam: UAE Malayalis split over state's name change proposal

Dubai: A proposal to rename the south Indian state of Kerala as “Keralam” has sparked debate among the UAE’s large Malayali community, with many welcoming the cultural assertion while others question its timing, practicality and global recognition. The discussion follows India’s Union Cabinet appro»»»

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Gulf News 9h

Why UAE travellers can get longer multiple-entry Schengen visas soon

Dubai: UAE travellers who regularly visit Europe could soon benefit from longer-valid Schengen visas and simpler digital travel procedures, as the European Union moves to modernise its visa and border systems. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.New measures under the Euro»»»

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Kuna 9h

Thai Army reports border fire exchange

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 25 (KUNA) -- The Royal Thai Army said Wednesday it exchanged fire with Cambodian forces along the shared border after a 40mm grenade was fired near a Thai patrol in the Plan Hin Pad Kon area on Tuesday.Army spokesperson Major General Winthai Suvaree said the incident took place wh»»»

Kuna 9h

US congratulates Kuwait on Nat'l Days

WASHINGTON, Feb 25 (KUNA) -- The United States on Wednesday congratulated the State of Kuwait, its leadership, government and people, on the 65th National Day and 35th Liberation Day anniversaries.US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said in a statement, "On behalf of the United States of America, I c»»»

Gulf News 9h

Watch: UAE Lottery Dh5m winner reveals number-picking secret, regrets Dh30m near-miss

Dubai: Wiping tears, then flashing a wide smile and jumping with joy as golden confetti rained down on him, UAE Lottery's first Dh5 million winner Murugananth Govinthan has shared a message for anyone who has ever struggled: one day, it can all turn around. In an emotional video interview posted on»»»

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Qatar Tribune 11h

‘N-arms free M-E is a priority to boost regional security’

QNA Geneva The establishment of a Middle East free of nuclear weapons and other weapons of mass destruction (WMD) remains an urgent priority to enhance regional security and stability, Deputy Permanent Representative of the Permanent Delegation of Qatar to the UN Office in Geneva Jawhara bint Abdul»»»

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Qatar Tribune 11h

Environment Day is an opportunity to evaluate work progress: Al Subaie

QNA Doha Minister of Environment and Climate Change HE Dr Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie has affirmed that Qatar Environment Day, observed annually on February 26, represents an opportunity to evaluate the progress of environmental work, review its priorities, and highlight the importan»»»

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RT 11h

Cuban coast guard kills 4 gunmen on US-flagged speedboat

A group of armed men aboard a US-registered speedboat reportedly opened fire on Cuban border guard forces in the island’s territorial waters, escalating already strained relations between Havana and Washington. According to Cuba’s Interior Ministry, the incident occurred on Wednesday near the north»»»

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TAP 12h

Key components of major strategic projects in 2026–2030 Development Plan (Factbox)

Tunis, Feb. 25 (TAP) - A small Cabinet meetiing, held on Wednesday at the Government Palace in Kasbah, reviewed several major strategic projects scheduled under the 2026–2030 Development Plan, recommending that their impl loementation be...»»»

UPI 12h

U.N.: Arab economies gradually recover despite conflicts, global risks - UPI.com

Saudi Arabia’s economic outlook remains robust despite declining commodity prices and the gradual end of OPEC+ production cuts, with real gross domestic product expected to grow an average of 3.3% between 2025 and 2027, according to a new U.N. report.File Photo by EPA BEIRUT, Lebanon, Feb. 25 (UPI)»»»

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