BNE 1m

ASH: Do the Ukrainian numbers now add up?

The EC has finally announced details of its new €90bn loan facility for Ukraine agreed at the EU council meeting in December. Remember this was the last minute compromise solution to cover Ukraine’s estimated €140bn financ»»»

intellinews.com
Kuna 1m

AI becomes pivotal for achieving global sustainability amid growing demand

By Humoud Al-Shayji ABU DHABI, Jan 15 (KUNA) -- Dr. Ibraheem Al-Mansouri, Director of Engineering at Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (Masdar), affirmed that artificial intelligence (AI) has become pivotal for achieving global sustainability, given the challenges associated with the growing demand f»»»

Naharnet 6m

Le Drian also discussed Mechanism 'reinforcement', Hezbollah disarmament in Lebanon visit

French envoy Jean-Yves Le Drian addressed in his visit to Lebanon "the reinforcement" of the committee monitoring the year-long ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, which France is a part of, French foreign ministry spokesperson Pascal Confavreux said. The main aim of the visit was to discuss th»»»

Naharnet 6m

Lebanon arrests Syrian citizen suspected of funding pro-Assad fighters

Lebanese authorities have arrested a Syrian citizen who is suspected of sending money to fighters loyal to former Syrian President Bashar Assad in Syria, judicial officials said Wednesday. Ahmad Dunia was detained in recent days in Lebanon's region of Byblos north of Beirut and is being questioned »»»

Gulf News 8m

World's weakest passports for 2026 revealed

Earlier this week, Singapore retained its position as the world’s most powerful passport, offering access to 192 destinations visa-free. Meanwhile, at the opposite end of the spectrum, Afghanistan once again ranked last, with its passport holders able to travel to just 24 destinations without a pri»»»

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Qatar Tribune 8m

Labour ministry urges employers to protect workers amid forecast of strong winds and dust

DOHA: The Ministry of Labour has called on employers to exercise caution and vigilance in light of the prevailing and forecast weather conditions, urging strict adherence to occupational safety and health guidelines to ensure the protection of workers. In a social media post, the ministry stressed »»»

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Novinite 11m

Bulgaria's President: Anti-Mafia Consensus Party Emerges Around Demand for Fair Elections

President Rumen Radev said there is clearly a political force that represents what he described as an "anti-mafia consensus", stressing that its core demand is the holding of fair elections in Bulgaria. Speaking in Belovo, Radev commented that after extensive public debate, it is evident such a par»»»

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Sputnik 12m

Russia's FSB Says Identified Undeclared UK Intel Employee Working in Embassy in Moscow

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Federal Security Service of Russia (FSB) said on Thursday that it had identified an undeclared employee of the UK special services who was sent to Russia under the guise of the post of secretary of the department of the UK Embassy in Moscow. "The Russian Federal Security Serv»»»

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Sputnik 12m

Russian Foreign Ministry Lodges Protest Over Affiliation of Embassy Employee to UK Intel

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Russian Foreign Ministry said on Thursday that it had lodged a protest with UK Charge d'Affaires in Moscow Danae Dholakia in connection with information received by Russian authorities about the affiliation of one of the diplomatic staff of the embassy to the UK special servi»»»

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Gulf News 13m

Burj Khalifa Metro station set for major upgrade

Dubai: Dubai’s most heavily used Metro station is set for a major capacity boost, with plans now confirmed to expand the Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro Station to handle sharply rising passenger volumes during peak periods such as New Year’s Eve, public holidays and major events. Sign up for our dai»»»

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24 News Agency 16m

Kyrgyzstan’s Ambassador to Qatar dismissed for ethics violation - | 24.KG

Marat Nuraliev has been relieved of his duties as Kyrgyzstan’s Ambassador to Qatar for violating the ethics of a civil servant. Foreign Minister Jeenbek Kulubaev said at a press conference in Bishkek while answering journalists’ questions. He noted that Marat Nuraliev had performed well in his post»»»

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24 News Agency 16m

Kyrgyzstan expands number of countries it maintains diplomatic relations with - | 24.KG

The geography of diplomatic activity has significantly expanded over the past year, Foreign Affairs Minister of Kyrgyzstan Jeenbek Kulubaev announced while summing up results of the ministry’s activities for 2025. According to him, Kyrgyzstan’s positions in traditional regions have been strengthene»»»

24.kg
Gulf News 17m

Beyond marks: Helping students thrive in board exams

Every year, as the CBSE Board examinations for Grades 10 and 12 approach, tension builds in familiar ways. Classrooms grow quieter, homes more tense. Some young people seem confident, even relaxed, but many others are anxious and uncertain. They fear failing, disappointing their families, or not me»»»

gulfnews.com
Actmedia 17m

Competition authorizes the transaction by which Repsol Downstream takes over a stake in Valtec

The Competition Council authorized the transaction by which Repsol Downstream Internacional S.A.U., Spain, intends to take over part of the share capital of Valtec Premium Lubricants S.R.L.. Following this transaction, Valtec Premium Lubricants S.R.L. will be owned by Valtec B.V. and Repsol Downstr»»»

Actmedia 17m

Crucea Nord BESS reaches 80% completion

The battery energy storage system (BESS) project that Hidroelectrica is developing in the Crucea Nord Wind Farm exceeded 80% completion at the beginning of 2026, with the company indicating a “significant” pace of execution, faster than initially estimated. Under these circumstances, the new comple»»»

Actmedia 17m

Mintia Thermal Power Plant Back on the Energy Map

Construction of the Mintia gas-fired power plant, the largest in Europe, is nearing completion. With a total project value estimated at EUR 1.2 billion, this facility is poised to become a cornerstone of Europe’s energy security and a significant driver of economic growth for Romania, ...»»»

Actmedia 17m

BIG Shopping Centers Launches Major New Energy Investment in Romania

BIG MEGA Renewable Energy, a joint venture backed by Israeli real estate company BIG Shopping Centers, has secured around 100 million euros for the construction and operation of the 102 MW Vacareni wind farm in Romania. The owner of AFI launches a new energy investment in Romania. Financing was arr»»»

Actmedia 17m

Romania’s Gas Stocks 15% Above EU Average

Energy Minister Bogdan Ivan says Romania’s gas storage is 15% above the EU average. The National Energy Command has been convened for Monday at 12:00, amid the frost forecast issued for the coming days. The meeting will take place at the headquarters of the National Energy Dispatcher. “Last week we»»»

Actmedia 17m

Energy Minister Ivan: First gas from the Black Sea expected in 2027

The Neptun Deep project is ahead of schedule, with first gas extraction expected in the first half of 2027, Energy Minister Bogdan Ivan said on Monday after a meeting of the National Energy Task Force."Progress on the Neptun Deep project is slightly ahead of the schedule set at the start of the pro»»»

Actmedia 17m

Power grid reportedly stable in severe winter weather

Romania's power grid is working stably in severe winter weather, as the morning and evening consumption peaks are covered without problems and natural gas storage facilities are 65% filled, according to Energy Minister Bogdan Ivan."We have summoned the National Energy Command again, to check the si»»»

Actmedia 17m

EU to switch to targeted energy support in 2026 as universal scheme stays in place in Romania

Energy support in the European Union is granted from 2026 almost exclusively to vulnerable consumers, through social mechanisms, while Romania is among the few states that still apply general protection schemes, according to an analysis carried out by the Smart Energy Association (AEI)."Although th»»»

Actmedia 17m

Electricity prices rise most in December, up 60.91 percent year on year

Electricity became the most expensive in December, increasing by 60.91 percent year on year, though it fell slightly compared with the previous month, by 0.01 percent, while significant increases were also recorded for cocoa and coffee, with annual growth of 24.67 percent, as well as for rail trans»»»

The Peninsula 18m

Issuance of decision regulating Preliminary Real Estate Register boosts investment appeal

Doha, Qatar: Chairman of the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (Aqarat) Khalid Ahmed Saleh Al Obaidli affirmed that H E the Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs’ issuance of the decision regulating the Preliminary Real Estate Register, defining its data and procedures, enhan»»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
The Peninsula 18m

QC hosts ‘4th Private Sector Social Responsibility Conference’

Doha, Qatar: The fourth edition of the “Private Sector Social Responsibility and Its Role in Sustainable Development” Conference opened yesterday, at the Qatar Chamber’s headquarters, bringing together a distinguished gathering of officials, experts, and representatives of regional and internationa»»»

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The Peninsula 18m

Qatar Financial Centre celebrates 20th anniversary, unveils new brand

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Financial Centre (QFC), a leading onshore financial and business centre in the region, marked its 20th anniversary with a milestone announcement underscoring its next phase of growth, including the introduction of its new Chief Executive Officer, Mansoor Rashid Al-Khater, and»»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
UPI 20m

On This Day, Jan. 15: Disabled US Airways flight lands in Hudson River - UPI.com

On Jan. 15, 2009, all 155 people aboard US Airways Flight 1549 escaped serious injury when pilot Chesley Sullenberger gently landed his disabled aircraft in the Hudson River between New York and New Jersey. 1 of 9 | On January 15, 2009, all 155 people aboard US Airways Flight 1549 escaped serious i»»»

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UPI 20m

75% of registered S. Koreans separated from family in North have died, gov't says - UPI.com

Some 75% of South Koreans registered as separated from family in the North have died of old age, government data showed Thursday. In this 2018 file photo, North Korean women react after seeing off a family member during a reunion at the Mount Kumgang resort, North Korea. Pool File Photo by O Jongch»»»

upi.com
Bulgarian News Agency 23m

Continue the Change-Democratic Bulgaria Co-Floor Leader Iordanova: Fair Elections Impossible with Sarafov’s Prosecution Service

Fair elections are impossible with Prosecutor General Borislav Sarafov’s prosecution service, Continue the Change-Democratic Bulgaria (CC-DB) Floor Co-Leader Nadejda Iordanova said in a television interview on Thursday. She added that the prosecution service’s preventive role in the election proces»»»

bta.bg
Al Awsat 25m

Russia to Expel UK Diplomat Accused of Being Spy

Russia on Thursday said it was expelling a United Kingdom diplomat whom it accused of being an undercover spy. The Russian foreign ministry said it had summoned Britain's charge d'affaires where a "strong protest was lodged in connection with information received by the competent Russian authoritie»»»

english.aawsat.com
Al Awsat 25m

European Military Mission Set to Begin in Greenland

European military personnel were due to begin arriving in Greenland on Thursday, shortly after a meeting between American, Danish and Greenlandic officials in Washington failed to resolve "fundamental disagreement" over the mineral-rich, strategic Arctic island. US President Donald Trump has repeat»»»

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The Peninsula 28m

Wifaq Centre wins award for social responsibility

Doha: Wifaq Family Consulting Centre, member of Qatar Foundation for Social Work, has won the international award for the most community giving institutions (Ataa) in recognition of its outstanding contributions to social responsibility and its active role in supporting family cohesion and promotin»»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
Naharnet 30m

EU and Lebanon sign six new agreements on security, recovery and reforms

The European Union and the Government of Lebanon have signed six new Financing Agreements, totaling €110.5 million in grants, to support Lebanon’s security sector, recovery in conflict-affected areas, and key reform priorities. All agreements were signed with the Minister of Finance Yassine Jaber. »»»

The Peninsula 30m

Katara celebrates Iraqi heritage with cultural tasting event

Doha: The Katara Cultural Village Foundation, in cooperation with the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Qatar, held a cultural tasting event on Tuesday evening in Hall 32 at Katara. The event was attended by Director General of the Katara Cultural Village Foundation Professor Dr. Khalid bin Ibrahi»»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
Al Manar 31m

Iran’s Guard Commander Vows Decisive Response to Any Aggression - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Iran’s Guard Commander Vows Decisive Response to Any Aggression 15-01-2026 09:59 AM The commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps’»»»

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Al Manar 31m

Earthquake shakes Dead Sea region, registers 4.1 magnitude - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Earthquake shakes Dead Sea region, registers 4.1 magnitude 15-01-2026 09:37 AM Latest News Urgent News Earthquake shakes Dead Sea region, r»»»

UPI 32m

Democrat files impeachment articles against DHS Secretary Noem - UPI.com

1 of 2 | Rep. Robin Kelly, a Democrat from Illinois, filed articles of impeachment Wednesday against Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem over her execution of President Donald Trump's crackdown on immigration. File Photo by Tia Dufour/U.S. Department of Homeland Security/UPI | Lic»»»

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Gulf News 32m

Expat workers in Kuwait can now apply for multiple-trip exit permits

Dubai: Kuwait’s Public Authority for Manpower has introduced a new “multiple-trip exit permit” service for expatriate workers, in a move aimed at simplifying procedures, improving efficiency, and reducing administrative burdens for both employers and employees, local media reported. The initiative »»»

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Al Awsat 37m

Bin Habrish to Asharq Al-Awsat: Hadhramaut on Threshold of New Era

After nearly 500 days spent in the mountains and highlands, Sheikh Amr bin Habrish, First Deputy Governor of Hadhramaut and commander of the Hadhramaut Protection Forces, has returned to the provincial capital, Mukalla, declaring what he described as the beginning of a “new phase” that will shape a»»»

english.aawsat.com
TAP 40m

Isolated rain expected overnight in western regions

Tunis, Jan. 15 (TAP) – The weather, on Thursday, will be partly cloudy across the country. It will become gradually very cloudy at night, with isolated and temporarily thundery rain expected over the western regions overnight. These rains will...»»»

Al Manar 43m

Commander of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard’s Ground Forces, Brigadier General Mohammad Karami: We are facing a comprehensive and multifaceted war with the enemy - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Commander of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard’s Ground Forces, Brigadier General Mohammad Karami: We are facing a comprehensive and multifac»»»

Sana 47m

Syria, Saudi Arabia discuss strengthening economic partnership

Damascus, Jan. 15 (SANA) The chairman of the Federation of Syrian Chambers of Commerce (FSCC), Alaa al-Ali, discussed with the Saudi ambassador to Damascus, Faisal bin Saud al-Mujfel, ways to develop economic and trade cooperation between the two countries. During the meeting, held Wednesday at the»»»

sana.sy
Kuna 50m

Kuwait oil price up 61 cents to USD 61.20 pb - KPC

KUWAIT, Jan 15 (KUNA) -- The price of Kuwaiti crude oil rose up 61 cents to USD 61.20 per barrel (pb) on Wednesday, compared to USD 60.59 pb the previous day, said Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) on Thursday.In global markets, Brent crude futures went down 92 cents to USD 64.55 pb, and U.S. West»»»

Business-review 53m

Auchan Romania’s Coffee & Tea Fair features over 300 products, exclusive new launches, discounts of up to 40%

Auchan Romania opened the 14th edition of its Coffee & Tea Fair, an event that has already become a staple at the beginning of the year. Until February 10, customers are invited to explore an extensive selection of over 300 products and flavours, comprising approximately 60% coffee and 40% tea. The»»»

business-review.eu
The Peninsula 54m

GCC, AFoCO forge strategic alliance to bridge $216bn forest finance gap

Doha, Qatar: The Global Carbon Council (GCC) and the Asian Forest Cooperation Organisation (AFoCO) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in addressing global climate change through the promotion of Nature-based Solutions (NbS) and fostering an enabling and high-i»»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
Bulgarian News Agency 59m

Lawmakers to Debate Cut in Student Loan Interest

Lawmakers will debate at first reading amendments to the Student and Doctoral-Candidate Loans Act to cut interest on student loans at the National Assembly on Thursday. The bill was submitted by MP Gabriel Valkov of BSP – United Left and a group of MPs. It provides for a reduction in the interest r»»»

bta.bg
Al Awsat 1h

Trump Says Iran Killings Stopped

US President Donald Trump said Wednesday he had been told the killings of protesters in Iran had been halted, but added that he would "watch it and see" about threatened military action. Trump had repeatedly talked in recent days about coming to the aid of the Iranian people over the crackdown on p»»»

english.aawsat.com
Al Awsat 1h

Oil Drops as Trump Calms Iran Fears; Tech Stocks Slide in Asia

Oil prices retreated from multi-month highs on Thursday and gold eased from a record peak after US President Donald Trump calmed market anxiety over potential US military action against Iran. A selloff in tech stocks extended into Asian trading, following declines on Wall Street, as investors rotat»»»

english.aawsat.com