Business-review 6m

Romanians pay among the lowest taxes and associated costs in Europe when buying a home through a mortgage loan

Home buyers in Bucharest pay among the lowest taxes and associated costs in Europe when purchasing a home through a mortgage loan, about EUR 2.500 for an average one-bedroom apartment, while buyers of a similar home in other European capital cities pay total associated costs that reach several tens»»»

business-review.eu
TAP 6m

Administrative Court launches internal platform to streamline coordination

Tunis, Feb. 25 (TAP) - The Administrative Court has announced the launch of a secure internal platform called “Mahkamatna” (Our Court), as part of an institutional vision aimed at strengthening internal communication and promoting a collaborative...»»»

BBC 8m

Trump gives no clear signal on Iran in State of the Union

In a world on edge waiting to see what US President Donald Trump does next in the Middle East, he provided no clear signal when he presented the longest ever State of the Union address. The world's most powerful commander-in-chief decided not to make his comprehensive case for possible military act»»»

bbc.com
Novinite 8m

Court Rules Varna Mayor Kotsev’s Police Arrest Unlawful, Questions Procedural Failures

The Sofia District Court has ruled that the initial 24-hour police detention of Varna Mayor Blagomir Kotsev was unlawful. The decision came after an appeal filed by his attorney, Ina Lyulcheva, according to the legal outlet De Facto. Kotsev was detained on July 8 last year under the Law on the Anti»»»

novinite.com
Business-review 8m

Uber: Valentine’s Day led to higher evening mobility

As the celebrations around the season of love conclude with Dragobete, Uber analyzed mobility patterns to understand how people moved across the city on February 14th, comparing similar weekend periods year over year. The data shows a clear increase in ride volumes and a noticeable shift toward eve»»»

business-review.eu
The Peninsula 11m

Qatar's knowledge economy, transformation strategy, enhancing global competitiveness: report

Doha, Qatar: The economy of the State of Qatar is witnessing a rapid strategic transformation from dependence on natural resources to an economic model based on knowledge, innovation and technology, in clear alignment with the goals of Qatar National Vision 2030, which places economic diversificati»»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
Gulf News 12m

Germany's Merz secures 120 aircraft Airbus deal in Beijing talks with Xi

China will buy up to 120 aircraft from European aviation giant Airbus, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said following talks with President Xi Jinping in Beijing on Wednesday. Merz's visit comes as Berlin and Beijing seek to build on their decades-old economic ties to weather global uncertainty spa»»»

gulfnews.com
Al Manar 12m

About Trump’s Complex Strategic Calculations on the Confrontation with Iran: Israeli Explainer

US President Donald Trump’s approach to a potential confrontation with Iran is driven by layered strategic calculations, senior researchers at the Zionist entity’s Institute for National Security Studies (INSS) found on Wednesday. In an article published in the Israeli newspaper Israel Hayom on Wed»»»

english.almanar.com.lb
Al Manar 12m

Lebanese Army Exclusively Controls Hamat Air Base: Defense Minister

The Lebanese Minister of National Defense, General Michel Mnassah, issued a statement to comment on recent reports about the Hamat Air Base in the Batroun district of North Lebanon Governorate in light of the regional developments. Mnassah said that Hamat Air Base is a Lebanese military airbase und»»»

english.almanar.com.lb
BBC 16m

Heated Rivalry cottage in Canada will soon be up for rent

For Heated Rivalry fans, "I'm coming to the cottage" is the line that cemented Ilya Rozanov and Shane Hollander's romance. Soon, others will be able to head to the cottage, too. The lakefront property in Muskoka, Ontario, that served as the backdrop for the finale of the hit TV ice hockey romance w»»»

bbc.com
Novinite 16m

WCC-DB Signals Willingness to Join Forces with Radev to Replace Supreme Judicial Council

In Bulgaria, "We Continue the Change-Democratic Bulgaria" (WCC-DB) has signaled its readiness to collaborate with any parliamentary formation, including a yet-to-be-announced group aligned with President Rumen Radev, to secure a parliamentary quota for the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC). A qualifie»»»

novinite.com
UPI 19m

Report: Israel killed more journalists that any other country in 2025 - UPI.com

Protesters at a World Press Freedom Day event in Kuala Lumpur hold a banner that reads, "Targeting Journalist is A Crime" and a poster of Palestinian-American Al Jazeera reporter Shireen Abu Akleh who was killed while reporting in the West Bank in 2022. Israel accepted she was likely killed by IDF »»»

upi.com
Gulf News 21m

Audit quality, a cornerstone for business success

In today’s complex business environment, the quality of an audit is more than a compliance requirement, it is a strategic asset. A good quality audit provides assurance that financial statements are accurate, supports tax and VAT compliance, fosters good governance practices, and empowers executive»»»

gulfnews.com
Gulf News 23m

Ramadan staycations in UAE worth booking before suhoor

Ramadan in the UAE is a time for reflection, family and, let’s be honest, a well-timed reset. Whether you’re planning a desert retreat in Abu Dhabi’s Empty Quarter, a theme park-fuelled family break in Dubai or a beachfront golf escape in Ras Al Khaimah, there’s a staycation with your name on it. F»»»

gulfnews.com
Kathimerini 26m

Varoufakis indicted to stand trial over drugs comments

Left-wing politician and former finance minister Yanis Varoufakis has been indicted to stand trial for allegedly promoting the use of drugs in a podcast, his small MeRA25 party said Wednesday. A party statement said the former SYRIZA party official is due to apprear in court on December 16, and acc»»»

ekathimerini.com
Al Awsat 29m

US and South Korean Militaries will Have Joint Drills in March as Tensions with North Korea Escalate

The US and South Korean militaries said on Wednesday they will conduct their annual springtime exercises next month to bolster their countries’ combined defense capabilities against a backdrop of a deepening diplomatic freeze with nuclear-armed North Korea. The Freedom Shield drills is set for Marc»»»

english.aawsat.com
RT 29m

West won’t deploy troops to Ukraine without Russian approval – Telegraph

Western European nations will not deploy troops to Ukraine without Russian consent, The Telegraph reported Tuesday, citing anonymous sources. The UK-French initiative to deploy troops to Ukraine has been promoted as a deterrent against Russia which could follow a potential peace deal. Russian Presi»»»

rt.com
The Peninsula 32m

Egypt backs stability in South Sudan and urges Nile co-operation

Cairo: Egypt's foreign minister has reaffirmed Cairo's support for stability in South Sudan and called for closer co-operation among Nile Basin countries during talks with his South Sudanese counterpart in Cairo. Badr Abdelatty on Wednesday met Monday Semaya Kumba, who is currently visiting the Egy»»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
Gulf News 33m

Why talent will define Abu Dhabi’s next decade of growth

Dubai: The UAE ended 2025 with clear evidence that economic diversification is no longer an ambition - it is a fact, and one that is occurring at an accelerated pace. Non-oil sectors continue to grow faster than the oil sector, and they now account for over 77 percent of GDP. This represents the hi»»»

gulfnews.com
Gulf News 33m

Automated people movers: Engineering the next era of airport mobility

As global air travel continues to expand and airports grow into complex, multi-terminal environments, the challenge of moving millions of travellers quickly and comfortably has never been more critical. Modern airports now function as interconnected transit ecosystems rather than single buildings, »»»

gulfnews.com
Naharnet 39m

Hezbollah official says group won't intervene in event of 'limited' US strikes on Iran

A Hezbollah official said Wednesday that the Lebanese militant group would not intervene militarily in the event of "limited" U.S. strikes on its backer Iran, but would consider any attack against supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei a "red line". Lebanese authorities fear that Hezbollah would bec»»»

Novinite 40m

Bulgaria: Acting Interior Minister Rejects Pressure Allegations over “Petrohan” Investigation

Acting Interior Minister Emil Dechev told the National Assembly that he is the target of a deliberate attack by what he described as “frightened individuals” who do not want the truth clarified regarding the “Petrohan” and “Okolchitsa” cases. He appeared for a hearing at the request of There Is Suc»»»

novinite.com
Al Awsat 41m

Thailand Election Body Confirms Win by PM's Party

Thailand's Election Commission confirmed the victory of caretaker Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul's conservative party on Wednesday, ratifying most of the results of this month's vote. The commission certified the results for 396 newly elected MPs in the 500-seat lower house, with Anutin's Bhumj»»»

english.aawsat.com
Al Awsat 41m

Hezbollah Official Says Will Not Intervene in Event of 'Limited' US Strikes on Iran

A Hezbollah official said Wednesday that the Lebanese militant group would not intervene militarily in the event of "limited" US strikes on its backer Iran, but would consider any attack against supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei a "red line". Lebanese authorities fear that Hezbollah would becom»»»

english.aawsat.com
UPI 43m

Paramount raises purchase bid to $31 per share, Warner Bros. Discoveryt board to consider - UPI.com

1 of 5 | Guests gather near a Paramount Studio logo at the 2022 Paramount Upfront on Wednesday, May 18, 2022 in New York City. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo Feb. 25 (UPI) -- Warner Bros. Discovery announced Tuesday that Paramount Skydance has raised its purchase offer to $31 per share»»»

upi.com
Al Manar 48m

Iran’s FM Araghchi Leaves for Geneva for Nuclear Talks with US

Iran’s negotiating delegation, led by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, has left Tehran for Geneva to take part in a third round of nuclear talks with Washington. Heading a nuclear negotiating team, comprising Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Majid Takht-Ravanchi and the Deputy Foreign »»»

english.almanar.com.lb
Kathimerini 50m

Suspected smuggler detained near Turkish border with 12 migrants in car

Authorities near Greece’s northeastern border with Turkey have arrested a man suspected of belonging to a smuggling ring driving a car with 12 migrants in it, police said Wednesday. A police statement said the suspect was stopped at a roadblock on a dirt road near Orestiada in the Evros region Tues»»»

ekathimerini.com
Al Awsat 53m

US, Canada to Meet in Coming Weeks on Trade, Greer Says

US and Canadian trade officials spoke on Wednesday and plan to meet in coming weeks, US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said, adding that the Trump administration was open to their ideas on how to reach an agreement, Reuters reported. "They have a few ideas on how they might want to have a deal»»»

english.aawsat.com
The Peninsula 57m

Baghdad International Airport temporarily closes over technical issues

Baghdad: The Iraqi Ministry of Transport announced, Wednesday, the temporary closure of Baghdad International Airport due to an emergency technical malfunction that required immediate precautionary action. In a press statement, spokesperson for the Iraqi Ministry of Transport, Maytham Al Safi said »»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
Al Manar 59m

Al-Manar reporter: Israeli enemy forces fire flares over the town of Tayr Harfa - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar reporter: Israeli enemy forces fire flares over the town of Tayr Harfa 25-02-2026 15:58 PM Latest News Urgent News Al-Manar report»»»

Al Manar 1h

Qalibaf to US: ‘All Options on the Table’ in Response to Trump

In a pointed response to US President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address, Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf issued a stern warning to Washington, stressing that “all options remain on the table.” Speaking at a Wednesday gathering in Tehran with economic activists, members of t»»»

english.almanar.com.lb
Sputnik 1h

Putin Addresses Future Technologies Forum

The Future Technologies Forum is a major, authoritative platform for showcasing and promoting advanced Russian technologies and projects. Sputnik brings you live coverage as Russian President Vladimir Putin takes the stage at the plenary session of the Future Technologies Forum."[The Russian Presid»»»

sputniknews.com
Al Awsat 1h

Syria Confirms Mass Escape of Militant Relatives from Al-Hol Camp

Syria confirmed on Wednesday the mass escape of relatives of suspected ISIS group militants from the Al-Hol camp last month following the withdrawal of Kurdish forces who had overseen the facility. "When our forces arrived, they found cases of collective escapes due to the camp having been opened u»»»

english.aawsat.com
UPI 1h

Watch: Potbellied pig shows up in Ala. family's yard, refuses to leave - UPI.com

Feb. 24 (UPI) -- An Alabama family are attempting to evict an unwanted squatter from their property: a potbellied pig that has taken up residence in their yard. Jamie Watt said the pig turned up on his property Jan. 16 and has refused to leave, despite Watt's efforts to chase it away. He said the a»»»

upi.com
The Peninsula 1h

Sri Lankan Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, Tourism meets Qatari Ambassador

Colombo: The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, HE Vijitha Herath, met on Wednesday with the Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Sri Lanka, HE Hamad bin Mohammed Al Dosari. During the meeting, they discussed cooperation rel»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Qatar participates in Arab meeting to adopt regional action plan for implementation of International Humanitarian Law 2026-2027

Cairo: Represented by the Ministry of Justice, the State of Qatar participated in the meeting of the Arab National Committees on International Humanitarian Law, which was dedicated to reviewing and adopting the final regional action plan for the application of International Humanitarian Law at the »»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
EU Observer 1h

NGOs want ex-Meta MEP removed from EU digital rules relaxation

Transparency and lobbying watchdogs have called for MEP Aura Salla to be removed as a lead European Parliament legislator on the controversial Digital Omnibus proposal, due to her former employment as a lobbyist for the US Big Tech giant Meta. Salla is a Finnish centre-right politician with the Eur»»»

euobserver.com
Bulgarian News Agency 1h

MECh Says High Voter Turnout Expected in Turkiye Despite Small Number of Voting Sections

Radostin Vasilev, Chair of the Morality, Unity, Honour party (MECh), told journalists on Wednesday that he expects high voter turnout in Turkiye despite the small number of voting sections. Vasilev was commenting on Parliament's rejection of the presidential veto on Election Code amendments. "The a»»»

bta.bg
Novinite 1h

Bulgarian Town Pushes Back Against Government Refugee Center Plans

Simeonovgrad Municipality has formally opposed plans to construct a refugee center in the Bulgarian town. The proposal for the facility was approved last week during a Council of Ministers meeting, BGNES reported from Haskovo. Under the government’s decision, the State Agency for Refugees is to rec»»»

novinite.com
Gulf News 1h

IAAPA and MENALAC to launch IAAPA MENA

IAAPA, the global association for the attractions industry, has announced plans to strengthen its presence in the Middle East and North Africa with the launch of a new regional office and the creation of IAAPA MENA. The official launch will be celebrated during IAAPA Expo Middle East, with the new »»»

gulfnews.com
Gulf News 1h

Samana Developers donates Dh15 million to Edge of Life campaign

Samana Developers has contributed Dh15 million to support the Edge of Life campaign to rescue five million children from hunger. Launched in Ramadan by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the campaign aims to raise a m»»»

gulfnews.com
The Peninsula 1h

Pope lines up trips to Central Africa, Algeria, Spain, Monaco

Vatican City: Pope Leo XIV will visit four African nations in April, the Vatican said Thursday, including Algeria -- the first time a pope will travel to the North African Muslim nation. The Vatican announced a series of international trips in the months ahead for the US pontiff, who was elected la»»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
Gulf News 1h

New UK rules kick in, complicating travel for British dual nationals in UAE

Dubai: British citizens who also hold another nationality could be stopped from travelling to the UK from Wednesday under new border rules linked to the rollout of the country’s electronic travel authorisation system, complicating travel for British dual nationals in the UAE. Sign up for our daily »»»

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Kathimerini 1h

Nine inmates arrested after cell raids at Domokos prison

Nine inmates were arrested Wednesday following cell raids in a prison in central Greece, for alleged possession of weapons and mobile phones, police said. Police carried out searches in 40 cells across two wings and in the common areas of Domokos prison following the murder of a 43-year-old lifer i»»»

ekathimerini.com
Novinite 1h

Trump’s Tariff Decisions Could Shake Bulgaria’s Automotive Industry

US President Donald Trump has stepped back from his earlier threat to raise global tariffs to 15%, leaving current rates on US exports at 10%, according to Politico. This move spares the UK and the EU from facing higher trade barriers under the new White House regime. Yesterday, the European Parlia»»»

novinite.com
Tanjug 1h

Djuric, Tenney discuss topics related to Serbia, region

WASHINGTON - Serbian FM Marko Djuric met on Wednesday in Washington with US Congress member Claudia Tenney, co-chair of the Serbian Caucus in the US Congress, to discuss key topics related to Serbia and the region that are also of interest to Capitol Hill. Djuric gave a comprehensive snapshot of th»»»

tanjug.rs
TAP 1h

Tunindex closes session up 0.55%

Tunis, Feb 25 (TAP) - In a well-supplied market, the Tunindex continued its sustained upward trajectory, rising 0.55% to 15,173.7 points, on very strong volume of TND 79.5 million, according to analysis by stockbroker Tunisie Valeurs.Trading volumes...»»»

Sputnik 1h

Hungary to Deploy Military Personnel, Equipment Near Key Energy Facilities - Orban

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Hungary will deploy military personnel and equipment near key energy facilities, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban said on Wednesday. Hungary will strengthen the protection of the critical energy infrastructure in order to protect it from further hostile actions by Ukraine, O»»»

sputniknews.com
TAP 1h

Seven dead in 11 accidents in one day, despite overall decrease (ONSR)

Tunis, Feb. 25 (TAP) - Seven people were killed and seven others injured on Wednesday in 11 road accidents across Tunisia, according to the latest statistics released by the National Road Safety Observatory (ONSR).Despite these figures, the ONSR...»»»