UPI 2m

Senate working to iron out a deal on DHS funding before recess - UPI.com

1 of 5 | Travelers wait in long, wrapping lines inside terminal B at LaGuardia Airport on Sunday in New York City. While the Senate works to pass a bill to end the partial government shutdown, fliers face long waits. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo March 26 (UPI) -- Senators actively ne»»»

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Sana 4m

Ministry of Energy and Aga Khan Development Network sign €100M water infrastructure MoU

Damascus, March 26 (SANA) The Syrian Ministry of Energy signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) on Thursday to enhance cooperation in water and sanitation projects. The agreement aims to improve water services and promote sustainable resource manageme»»»

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RT 7m

Russian oil trades without discount or at a premium, Deputy PM Aleksandr Novak says

Russia has been trading oil without a discount and even at a premium on some routes, Deputy Prime Minister Aleksandr Novak said on Thursday, as cited by Vedomosti. Global energy markets are under strain due to the fallout from the US-Israeli campaign against Iran, which has disrupted transit throug»»»

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RT 7m

Hungary investigates journalist for spying on foreign minister

Hungarian Justice Minister Bence Tuzson has filed a complaint against opposition journalist Szabolcs Panyi, after Panyi admitted to helping a foreign intelligence agency wiretap Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto ahead of next month’s crucial elections in the country. News of the complaint was announ»»»

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RT 8m

US could redirect Patriot missiles from Ukraine to Middle East – WaPo

The US could redirect arms supplies originally designated for Ukraine to America’s own war with Iran, the Washington Post has reported, citing sources familiar with discussions on the matter. Under the Prioritized Ukraine Requirements List (PURL), introduced in July 2025, European NATO members are »»»

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Sputnik 22m

What Message Does a Gold Slump Send to Global Markets and BRICS?

The long boom in gold prices has been cut short by the Iran war, triggering a double-digit percentage fall. The Iran war has played a role, Suranjali Tandon, assistant professor at the Delhi-based National Institute of Public Finance and Policy, tells Sputnik."With supply chains disrupted the price»»»

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UPI 26m

Fannie Mae to accept first cryptocurrency-backed mortgages - UPI.com

Coinbase and the company Better Home & Finance have launched the first cryptocurrency backed mortgage product that will be accepted by the federal mortgage underwriter Fannie Mae, the companies announced. File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo March 26 (UPI) -- Fannie Mae on Thursday agre»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 42m

Next Parliament Must Undertake Healthcare Reform, BSP Leader Zarkov Says

The next parliament must prioritize reform of the healthcare system, Bulgarian Socialist Party (BSP) leader Krum Zarkov said at the official launch of the BSP-United Left coalition's campaign in Varna, on the Black Sea, on Thursday. He warned of worsening access to healthcare, noting that Pazardzhi»»»

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Gulf News 51m

UAE braces for heavy rain until Friday night

Dubai: The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has announced that a rainy weather system will continue affecting the country until Friday night. The system, currently concentrated over the far western regions, has already brought heavy showers to scattered areas. According to a statement, the rain»»»

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UPI 1h

Former Ky. Gov. Matt Bevin sentenced for contempt in child support case - UPI.com

President Donald Trump listens to then-Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin (L) during a prison reform roundtable in 2018. Bevin was sentenced to 60 days in jail in a family court case. File Photo by Kevin Dietsch/UPI | License Photo March 24 (UPI) -- Former Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin was found to be in contempt»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

Health ministry issues guidelines for dealing with rain and thunderstorms

DOHA: The Ministry of Public Health has issued a set of general health tips and guidelines for dealing with periods of heavy rainfall. Among the most important is staying indoors during rain and thunderstorms and only going out when absolutely necessary. The ministry urged the public to monitor wea»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

PSG Ligue 1 game postponed in between two legs of Liverpool Champions League tie

Paris: Paris Saint-Germain's crucial Ligue 1 clash with Lens scheduled for April 11 has been postponed until mid-May in order to give them extra rest in between the two legs of their Champions League quarter-final tie against Liverpool, the French league (LFP) announced Thursday. PSG will host Live»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Iraq reaffirms firm rejection of attacks on Gulf states, Jordan

Baghdad: Iraq has reiterated its unequivocal rejection of any attacks or targeting of Gulf countries and Jordan, emphasising that Arab security is an integral part of its own national security and that regional stability serves the shared interests of all. In a statement issued Thursday, the Iraqi »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 1h

Progressive Bulgaria Leader Radev in Burgas: Bulgaria Is Coming Out of Shackles of Fear, Apathy, Has Future

Progressive Bulgaria leader Rumen Radev met with members of the public here on Thursday. He tops the coalition's candidate list for the Burgas Multi-member Constituency, which was presented at the meeting. "Bulgaria is coming out of the shackles of fear and apathy and has a future," Radev told his »»»

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Kathimerini 1h

Thessaloniki to ‘receive 426 new buses by autumn’

Thessaloniki is set to add 426 new buses to its fleet by autumn, Deputy Transport Minister Konstantinos Kyranakis said Thursday during a parliamentary committee briefing. Kyranakis noted that the city’s bus fleet has grown from 240 vehicles in 2019 to more than 500 today. Of the new buses, 206 will»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Air India and Air India Express boost Gulf connectivity

Dubai: Air India Group on Thursday announced that Air India and Air India Express will operate a combined 22 flights to and from the Gulf region on March 27, 2026. Air India will run four scheduled flights between India and Jeddah, with two services each from Delhi and Mumbai, and two flights betwe»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Sources: Spain, Algeria in Talks to Increase Pipeline Gas Supply by Up to 10%

Spain and Algeria are in talks to increase the supply of natural gas via the Medgaz pipeline from Algeria by as much ⁠as 10%, two ⁠sources familiar with the matter said. Talks are in advanced stage, one of the ⁠sources said, adding that a preliminary agreement may be reached during Spanish Foreign »»»

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The Peninsula 1h

MoPH issues health and safety tips for rainy weather

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) has issued a set of essential health and safety guidelines for the public following the weather fluctuations and heavy rainfall expected over the weekend. The Ministry urged citizens and residents to take necessary precautions to preserve their heal»»»

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Sputnik 1h

Bab al-Mandab: Iran's Trump Card That Can Turn Strategic Strait Into ‘Gate of Tears’ for US & Israel

Iran has taken full control over the Strait of Hormuz and the 20% of global energy and 30% of seaborne fertilizer exports that pass through it. Amid US threats of a ground invasion, Iranian media are signaling readiness to open a new front to choke off another vital trade artery. “If the enemy atte»»»

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UPI 2h

Deadline for CDC director nomination passes - UPI.com

A person holds a sign reading "Vaccines save lives" during a protest outside the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention headquarters, where the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices is meeting, in Atlanta, in December. President Donald Trump hasn't named a director for the organiza»»»

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Kathimerini 2h

Thessaloniki teen held in connection with fatal stabbing

A 19-year-old has been remanded in custody for his alleged involvement in the fatal stabbing of a 20-year-old on March 12 in Kalamaria, Thessaloniki, authorities said. He faces charges including participation in a criminal group, aggravated assault causing serious bodily harm, and possession of obj»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 2h

Miglena Temelkova Re-elected to Chair Rectors Council of Higher Education Institutions

Miglena Temelkova has been re-elected for a second term as Chair of the Council of Rectors of Higher Education Institutions in the Republic of Bulgaria. The decision was made at a General Reporting and Election Assembly of the Council of Rectors, held in Sofia on Thursday. Temelkova, who serves as »»»

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Gulf News 2h

Two women die in wadi amid unstable weather

Dubai: Two women have died after drowning in a water pool along a wadi in the Wilayat of Ibri in Al Dhahirah Governorate in western Oman, authorities said. According to the search and rescue sector, the incident occurred when one of the women fell into the water, prompting the other to attempt a re»»»

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UPI 2h

Trump says he's thought about suspending federal gas tax amid Iran war - UPI.com

1 of 5 | President Donald Trump speaks during a Cabinet meeting at the White House in Washington D.C., on Thursday. Photo by Will Oliver/UPI | License Photo March 26 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump said Thursday his administration has considered suspending the federal gas tax as oil prices climb hi»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

TotalEnergies to Honor All LNG Contracts Despite Qatar Outages

TotalEnergies' CEO Patrick Pouyanne said on Thursday that the company made a decision not to declare force majeure to any of its liquefied natural gas customers, and that it would respect all the LNG contracts in terms of price and ⁠volume. Qatar, the world's biggest ⁠LNG producer, has declared for»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Talks to begin in Denmark to form new government

Copenhagen: Negotiations to form a Danish government following this week's general election will formally open on Friday, Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen's Social Democratic party, which came out on top in the vote, announced. The coalition-building process was expected to take weeks, as neither t»»»

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Business-review 2h

JTI Romania has announced a EUR 300 million investment in a new factory in Stefanesti

“This is one of the largest investments made by JTI in Romania. It reflects our long-term confidence in this country, its infrastructure, and the quality of its workforce. Romania is a key market for our company, serving as an important industrial hub in Europe. Currently, nearly 1,600 employees wo»»»

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Naharnet 2h

Hezbollah targets defense ministry in Tel Aviv, rocket attack kills man in Nahariya

Hezbollah said Thursday it had targeted a defense ministry complex in Tel Aviv, as well as other military objectives in northern Israel. Israeli emergency services said a rocket fired from Lebanon killed a man and seriously wounded another in Nahariya in northern Israel on Thursday. Hezbollah also »»»

Sana 2h

Syria engages global energy firms at Houston’s CERAWeek Conference

Texas, March 26 (SANA) Youssef Qablawi, the CEO of the Syrian Petroleum Company (SPC), met with several global energy leaders today at the CERAWeek 2026 conference in Houston, Texas. The high-level discussions focused on mutual cooperation and investment opportunities in Syria’s revitalizing oil an»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Ras Al Khaimah govt employees to work remotely on Friday

Ras Al Khaimah’s Executive Council has declared that tomorrow, Friday, March 27th, will be a remote working day for all employees of Ras Al Khaimah Government departments, entities and institutions throughout the emirate. This decision was made in response to worsening weather conditions across the»»»

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Qatar Tribune 2h

MoECC imposes sheep grazing ban following rains to preserve vegetation

DOHA: The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MoECC) has called on livestock and farm owners to prevent grazing for sheep and goats following the recent rainfall, noting that restricting grazing during this period helps renew the growth cycle of plants and trees in the natural environment. »»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Knife-wielding Man Kills Woman at Tokyo Pokemon Shop before Taking his Own Life

A man brandishing a knife stabbed a woman in a Pokemon store in downtown Tokyo before turning the knife on himself, leaving both dead, Japanese police said Thursday. Officers rushed to the scene in a popular shopping center after receiving an emergency call reporting a rampage by a knife-wielding m»»»

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Gulf News 3h

A simple moment, a strong message from UAE president

Abu Dhabi: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met an Emirati family during a visit to a restaurant in Abu Dhabi on Thursday, in a moment that reflected his close connection with the community. Images shared on social media showed Sheikh Mohamed warmly interacting with family »»»

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Novinite 3h

Bulgaria Nearly Doubles Defense Spending in 10 Years, NATO Report Shows

Bulgaria has nearly doubled its defense spending over the past decade, according to NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte’s annual report, cited by BTA. Between 2014 and 2025, the country’s military expenditure rose from 1.31% to 2.14% of GDP, reflecting a steady upward trend in line with broader Allia»»»

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Al Awsat 3h

India Secures 60 Days of Oil Supply amid Hormuz Disruption

India has secured crude oil supplies for the next 60 days, ensuring stable fuel supplies in the country despite disruption in shipments from the Middle East, the oil ministry said in a statement on Thursday. India, the world's third biggest oil consumer and importer, was buying over 40% of its oil »»»

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Tanjug 3h

Nemeth: MOL could acquire NIS in coming weeks to ensure energy security

BELGRADE - The chairman of the Hungarian parliamentary committee on foreign affairs Zsolt Nemeth said on Thursday he hoped the Hungarian oil firm MOL would be able to complete an acquisition of a majority stake in the Serbian oil company NIS in the coming weeks, and noted that the transaction would»»»

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The Barents Observer 3h

Now on the Murmansk school curriculum: learning to kill with a drone

Schools teachers in the far northern Russian region are getting ready to provide kids with training in drone warfare. This month, the regional Ministry of Education organised courses for teachers on drone operation, according to the Russian edition of the Barents Observer. The training was conducte»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 3h

Proposal Approved to Declare New Protected Area "Rainovska Gora"

An interinstitutional commission has approved a proposal to designate the "Rainovska Gora" area as a protected site, the Regional Inspectorate of Environment and Water said on Thursday. The territory, covering 169.96 hectares, is located in the land of the village of Raynovo, Dimitrovgrad Municipal»»»

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Al Awsat 3h

US Envoy Witkoff Says Iran is Seeking an Off-ramp

The United States has sent Iran a "15-point action list" as a basis for negotiations to end the current conflict, US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff said on Thursday, adding that there are signs that Tehran was interested in making a deal. Witkoff, speaking during a cabinet meeting at the White House, »»»

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EU Observer 3h

17 days to election: police investigator alleges covert state-backed plot to sabotage Tisza from within

In our ongoing weekly digest, we sum up and explain the most important public affairs events of the week from Hungary. We guide readers on the road to the 12 April 2026 election — a poll without precedent in the region over the past 15 years. This week, we cover: A spy drama in the campaign. Fidesz»»»

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UPI 3h

Nicolas Maduro to appear in court for hearing on lawyer fees - UPI.com

Supporters of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro held up his pictures and posters protesting his abduction from Caracas, Venezuela, during a demonstration on January 4, a day after he was captured in a U.S. raid. Maduro is scheduled to appear in court in New York Thursday. File Photo by Rances Mat»»»

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UPI 3h

Trump administration says it made error in ICE arrests at courthouses - UPI.com

U.S. attorney Jay Clayton acknowledged in a letter to U.S. District Court Judge Kevin Castel that the department had been incorrectly relying on an Immigration and Customs Enforcement memo to make arrests in immigration courts. This led to agents showing up to immigration court hearings and detaini»»»

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Naharnet 3h

Hezbollah targets defense ministry complex in Tel Aviv, rocket kills man in Nahariya

Hezbollah said Thursday it had targeted a defense ministry complex in Tel Aviv, as well as other military objectives in northern Israel. Israeli emergency services said a rocket fired from Lebanon killed a man in Nahariya in northern Israel on Thursday. Hezbollah also said it had fired rockets in L»»»

Naharnet 3h

Journalist with Hezbollah-affiliated media released on bail

Lebanese authorities on Thursday released Al-Manar journalist Ali Berro on bail after three weeks of detention on charges of insulting the Lebanese president and army and inciting sectarian strife. Authorities had arrested Berro for comments on President Joseph Aoun and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, »»»

RT 3h

BlackRock CEO warns Iran war could trigger global recession

BlackRock CEO Larry Fink has warned of an impending global recession if the US-Israeli war on Iran drags on and oil prices remain above $100 a barrel. The stark prediction comes just weeks after Fink framed the conflict as a good long-term investment opportunity. In a wide-ranging interview with th»»»

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Al Awsat 3h

A Knife-wielding Man Kills a Woman at a Tokyo Pokemon Shop before Taking His Own Life

A man brandishing a knife stabbed a woman in a Pokemon store in downtown Tokyo before turning the knife on himself, leaving both dead, Japanese police said Thursday. Officers rushed to the scene in a popular shopping center after receiving an emergency call reporting a rampage by a knife-wielding m»»»

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RT 3h

Russian and US lawmakers begin talks – senior MP

Talks between a Russian parliamentary delegation and members of the US Congress have begun in Washington, senior Russian lawmaker Boris Chernyshov has said. The meeting will involve both Republicans and Democrats, as well as representatives of several Russian parliamentary parties, Chernyshov, a me»»»

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Ya Libnan 3h

‘We shouldn’t only expel Iran’s ambassador, but cut all ties with a repressive regime that has violated Lebanon’s sovereignty’: Kuyumjian – Ya Libnan

Share: Richard Kouyoumjian, a former Minister and the Head of the Foreign Relations Department of the Lebanese Forces Party emphasized In a statement that “what is required is not merely the expulsion of the Iranian ambassador, but the severing of all ties with a repressive, reactionary, and totali»»»

Sputnik 3h

Witkoff Confirms 15-Point Plan Forwarded to Iran Via Pakistan, Claims Positive Reactions

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - The 15-point peace plan widely reported by media is real and has been forwarded to Iran through Pakistan, US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff confirmed on Thursday, further claiming that it has drawn "positive reactions". "I can report to you today that we have, along with your fo»»»

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Naharnet 3h

Iran responded to US plan via intermediaries, awaiting reply

Iran has responded through unnamed intermediaries to a 15-point U.S. plan to end the war, news agency Tasnim reported on Thursday, and is now waiting for Washington's reply. The exact contents of the U.S. plan, conveyed to Iran via Pakistan according to Pakistani officials, are not officially known»»»