Trump restarts peace dialogue with Zelensky, sends Witkoff to Moscow - UPI.com
After delivering his special address to global political and business leaders at the World Economic Forum on Wednesday, U.S. President Donald Trump redoubled his focus on the Russia-Ukraine conflict, summoning Ukrainian President Volodymr Zelensky to Davos for talks and dispatching Steve Witkoff, h»»»
COMMENT: As election draws near policy and contenders shape Bangladesh’s political landscape
Bangladesh’s February 12, 2026 general election is taking shape after the country’s Election Commission cleared 1,970 candidates to contest 298 parliamentary seats with an announcement for 2 constituencies expected soon, Chinese state owned Xinhua news agency reported. »»»
COMMENT: As election draws near policy and contenders shape Bangladesh’s political landscape
Bangladesh’s February 12, 2026 general election is taking shape after the country’s Election Commission cleared 1,970 candidates to contest 298 parliamentary seats with an announcement for 2 constituencies expected soon, Chinese state owned Xinhua news agency reported. »»»
Iranian presidential aide apologises for internet shutdown as businesses face continued disruptions
Iran's executive vice president apologised for the internet shutdown, saying the government suffers the most from connectivity disruptions, while acknowledging that maintaining the blackout indefinitely is impossible. Iran»»»
COMMENT: As election draws near policy and contenders shape Bangladesh’s political landscape
Bangladesh’s February 12, 2026 general election is taking shape after the country’s Election Commission cleared 1,970 candidates to contest 298 parliamentary seats with an announcement for 2 constituencies expected soon, Chinese state owned Xinhua news agency reported. »»»
Baltics to play key role in major EV charging expansion backed by €35mn EIB loan
The Baltic states are set to become a central hub in a major expansion of electric-vehicle charging infrastructure across Central and Eastern Europe, following a €35mn loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to fast-charging network operator Eleport, the EIB said in a press release. »»»
Baltics to play key role in major EV charging expansion backed by €35mn EIB loan
The Baltic states are set to become a central hub in a major expansion of electric-vehicle charging infrastructure across Central and Eastern Europe, following a €35mn loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to fast-charging network operator Eleport, the EIB said in a press release. »»»
Baltics to play key role in major EV charging expansion backed by €35mn EIB loan
The Baltic states are set to become a central hub in a major expansion of electric-vehicle charging infrastructure across Central and Eastern Europe, following a €35mn loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to fast-charging network operator Eleport, the EIB said in a press release. »»»
EU auditors say €23.8bn Rail Baltica project will miss 2030 deadline, final completion date uncertain
The long-delayed and increasingly costly Rail Baltica project will not be completed by 2030 as previously planned, and there is no final deadline for finishing the full rail line, the European Court of Auditors said on its website on January 19. »»»
Baltics to play key role in major EV charging expansion backed by €35mn EIB loan
The Baltic states are set to become a central hub in a major expansion of electric-vehicle charging infrastructure across Central and Eastern Europe, following a €35mn loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to fast-charging network operator Eleport, the EIB said in a press release. »»»
PM Mickoski says 4iG to invest over €100mn in North Macedonia's third mobile operator
North Macedonia’s Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski said on January 21 that the second day of his participation at the World Economic Forum in Davos began with a meeting with the owner of Hungary’s 4iG Group, the company that has secured the licence to launch the country’s third mobile network oper»»»
Baltics to play key role in major EV charging expansion backed by €35mn EIB loan
The Baltic states are set to become a central hub in a major expansion of electric-vehicle charging infrastructure across Central and Eastern Europe, following a €35mn loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to fast-charging network operator Eleport, the EIB said in a press release. »»»
Bulgaria takes 10% stake in Black Sea oil and gas exploration consortium
Bulgaria has acquired a 10% stake in the consortium exploring for oil and natural gas in the Han Asparuh offshore block in the Black Sea, the government and project partners said on January 21. The move gives the state a d»»»
Zelenskiy scrambles to get to Davos for Trump meeting
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy was left scrambling to find a ride to Davos on January 21 after US President Donald Trump said in his speech to the forum that he would meet the Ukrainian president “later today.” The problem was that with little progress expected on US-Ukraine talks Zelenski»»»
Explained: Why Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ is drawing global attention
US President Donald Trump has formally launched a new international body called the Board of Peace, unveiling it at the World Economic Forum in Davos amid sharp global attention and mixed reactions from US allies. Initially conceived as a mechanism to oversee the Israel–Hamas ceasefire in Gaza, the»»»
From Destruction to Solidarity: The Scene a Day After Israeli Aggression on South Lebanon
A day after the Israeli aggression struck residential areas across south Lebanon, the scale of destruction becomes fully visible, as scenes of social solidarity unfold sending a clear message to the friend and foe alike that the people of Lebanon do not bow to aggression, but respond with unity, re»»»
Bulgaria Approves U.S. NSM Coastal Missile System, Steps Up Naval Defense
After months of unexplained delay, the Council of Ministers on Wednesday cleared a key investment project for the Bulgarian Armed Forces, giving the green light for the purchase of modern coastal anti-ship missile systems. The acquisition will be carried out through an intergovernmental agreement w»»»
The EU is addicted to American economic punishment
An American think-tank has some bad news for Europe. Just as the continent tries to wriggle free from an abusive relationship with Washington, it turns out they’ve never been more dependent on their tormentor. “EU risks new energy dependence as U.S. could supply 80% of its LNG imports by 2030,” bla»»»
Fyodor Lukyanov: Greenland is exposing the truth about NATO
“What we are about to do here is a neighborly act. We are like a group of householders, living in the same locality, who decide to express their community of interests by entering into a formal association for their mutual self-protection.” That was US President Harry Truman on April 4, 1949, at th»»»
Trump claims NATO-backed Greenland deal on the table
US President Donald Trump has said that a NATO-backed framework for US military use of Greenland is now on the table, following discussions with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte. Trump added that the proposal, which needs to be approved by Denmark, would be beneficial to the entire military bloc. »»»
Denmark not invited to Trump ‘peace board’ – Politico
Denmark was not among the nations to be offered a seat on US President Donald Trump’s proposed ‘Board of Peace’, Politico reported Thursday. Copenhagen previously rebuffed the American leader’s bid to purchase Greenland. Washington announced that the official launch of the panel would take place on»»»
What happens to your body if you fall into the icy, fast-flowing Danube from a Budapest bridge
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Assigning a tracking company for Libya’s imported cargo could eliminate Letters of Credit fraud: Attorney General Al-Sour
Speaking about corruption in Libya’s Letters of Credit file, in an interview with Istanbul-based Libyan satellite TV channel, Libya Al-Ahrar, Libya’s Attorney General Sideeg Al-Sour said: – Assigning a specialized company to track supply chains could eliminate irregularities in the letters of credi»»»
Prospects for increased presence of olive oil in Japanese market discussed
Tunis, Jan. 22 (TAP)- Prospects for an increased presence of olive oil in the Japanese market were discussed at a promotional scientific seminar organised last January 20 by Tunisia's embassy in Tokyo. The quality characteristics and competitive...»»»
PM Mickoski says 4iG to invest over €100mn in North Macedonia's third mobile operator
North Macedonia’s Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski said on January 21 that the second day of his participation at the World Economic Forum in Davos began with a meeting with the owner of Hungary’s 4iG Group, the company that has secured the licence to launch the country’s third mobile network oper»»»
Baltics to play key role in major EV charging expansion backed by €35mn EIB loan
The Baltic states are set to become a central hub in a major expansion of electric-vehicle charging infrastructure across Central and Eastern Europe, following a €35mn loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to fast-charging network operator Eleport, the EIB said in a press release. »»»
Serbia buys flying cars in Archer Aviation deal at Davos
Serbia signed a partnership agreement with US electric aircraft maker Archer Aviation on January 20 to introduce air taxi services, reviving President Aleksandar Vucic’s vision of introducing flying cars in Belgrade ahead of the specialised Expo 2027. »»»
Zelenskiy scrambles to get to Davos for Trump meeting
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy was left scrambling to find a ride to Davos on January 21 after US President Donald Trump said in his speech to the forum that he would meet the Ukrainian president “later today.” The problem was that with little progress expected on US-Ukraine talks Zelenski»»»
What we know about Trump's 'framework of future deal' over Greenland
US President Donald Trump has announced that there is a "framework of a future deal with respect to Greenland". The statement came as a surprise after days of mounting tensions, culminating with a threat to impose economic sanctions on eight close US allies which have opposed his plans to seize the»»»
State of emergency declared in flood-hit Glyfada
A state of emergency has been declared for the Municipality of Glyfada on Athens’ southern coast in the wake of a destructive storm on Wednesday that caused the death of a 56-year-old pedestrian who was swept up in a flood and trapped under a car. According to a decision by the Interior Ministry on»»»
Contract on Israel's participation in EXPO 2027 signed in Belgrade
BELGRADE - Serbia's EXPO 2027 Commissioner Jagoda Lazarevic, who is also minister of internal and external trade, EXPO 2027 Director Danilo Jerinic and Israeli EXPO 2027 Commissioner Yahel Vilan signed on Thursday in Belgrade a contract on Israel's participation in the specialised expo. The contrac»»»
Sharp fall in government borrowing in December, figures show
UK government borrowing fell sharply last month, due to more income from taxes and higher National Insurance Contributions outweighing spending, figures show. In December government borrowing - the difference between public spending and tax income - was £11.6bn, the Office for National Statistics (»»»
France strengthens military partnership with the Nordics amid rising Arctic tensions
A visit by France’s Chief of Defence to northern Sweden showcases how Europe now strengthens Arctic military cooperation. The mid-winter visit by France’s Chief of Defence, General Fabien Mandon, to Norrbotten Air Wing (F 21) at Kallax air base in Luleå came in the shadow of attentions as Donald Tr»»»
Korean tourist speaks out on Bengaluru airport assault
Dubai: A Korean woman tourist who was sexually assaulted at Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport has spoken publicly about her ordeal, describing how a man she believed to be an airport official exploited her trust and abused his position, NDTV reported. Kim Sung Kyung, who has consented to»»»
Rafah crossing to open 'in both directions' next week: Gaza administrator
Davos, Switzerland: The Rafah border crossing between Egypt and the Gaza Strip will reopen in both directions next week, the newly-appointed administrator of the Palestinian territory said Thursday at the launch of US President Donald Trump's Board of Peace. The reopening of the crossing is part of»»»
QMC highlights Qatar's efforts to enhance role of media in addressing various issues
Cairo: Qatar Media Corporation (QMC) participated in several meetings held at the headquarters of the General Secretariat of the League of Arab States in Cairo, in preparation for the 104th regular session of the Permanent Committee for Arab Media and the 22nd session of the Executive Bureau of the»»»
IAAPA Expo Middle East set for Abu Dhabi debut
Abu Dhabi: The UAE capital will host the IAAPA Expo Middle East 2026 for the first time, marking a major milestone for the region’s attractions and leisure industry. The premier global trade show and conference will take place from March 30 to April 2, 2026 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Cent»»»
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan to be crowned global style icon at Dubai Mall Global Fashion Awards
Dubai: Global icon Shah Rukh Khan will be honoured with the 'Global Style Icon' award at the upcoming Dubai Mall Global Fashion Awards. Scheduled to take place from January 29 to 30, 2026, the Dubai Mall Festival of Fashion will transform the shopping destination into a two-day celebration of fashi»»»
Bulgarian PM, Foreign Minister Congratulate Nickolay Mladenov on Election as High Representative for Gaza
Bulgaria's outgoing Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov and outgoing Foreign Minister Georg Georgiev congratulated Nickolay Mladenov on his election as High Representative for Gaza, the Government Information Service reported Thursday. The three spoke in Davos before the establishment of the US Preside»»»
AppliedAI secures Mubadala backing
Abu Dhabi: AppliedAI, the Abu Dhabi-based artificial intelligence startup focused on regulated industries, has secured new investment from Mubadala Investment Company and Arbor Ventures to accelerate global expansion of its enterprise platform, Opus. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Chequ»»»
Rapid rollback of Kurdish-led forces reshapes Sharaa's Syria
President Ahmed al-Sharaa has made significant advances in his efforts to unify a deeply fractured Syria, reclaiming large swathes of territory in the north-east that had been under the control of a Kurdish-led militia alliance for more than a decade. What happens next will be a test for a governme»»»
Trump praises Syrian president al-Sharaa’s performance
Davos, Jan. 22 (SANA) U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday praised Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa, saying he was delivering “significant achievements” and working “very hard,” while noting that the lifting of U.S. sanctions represents an opportunity for Syria’s economic recovery. Speaking at t»»»
Unlocking the Potential of Email Newsletters in Digital Marketing
In the ever-evolving landscape of digital marketing, email newsletters have stood the test of time as a potent tool for engagement and conversion. Despite being one of the oldest forms of digital communication, their efficacy remains unmatched, providing a crucial touchpoint between brands and thei»»»
Pickpockets who stole nearly 700,000 soms in minibus detained in Bishkek - | 24.KG
Officers of the Main Internal Affairs Department of Bishkek detained suspects in a major pickpocketing case, the department’s press service reported. On January 8, a woman E.B. filed a complaint with the Internal Affairs Department of Leninsky district, stating that unknown individuals stole a wall»»»
Between 3% and 18% of Bulgarian Children Miss Mandatory Vaccines, Authorities Warn
Health authorities in Bulgaria have reported a slight decline in the coverage of mandatory childhood vaccinations, with the percentage of unvaccinated children ranging between 3 and 18 percent depending on the region. The variation reflects differences in parental attitudes and local reporting, acc»»»
US Army Orders Readiness for Possible Minneapolis Deployment amid Civil War Speculations
The US Army has ordered several dozen additional active-duty soldiers to prepare for a possible deployment to Minneapolis if needed, a defense official said Wednesday, amid protests over the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement crackdown. The defense official, who spoke on condition of an»»»
Global tech takes flight at UMEX: International companies steal the show
Abu Dhabi: Walk into UMEX & SimTEX and it’s immediately clear this is not just another trade show. It’s a high-energy meeting point where global technology firms arrive with one mission: to show how unmanned systems, autonomy and simulation are reshaping the future. The latest edition of the Unmann»»»
Big Ticket weekly e-draw rewards expats in UAE with big wins
Dubai: Big Ticket has brought more joy to UAE residents this January, with its second weekly e-draw awarding Dh50,000 to two winners from Bangladesh and India. Bangladeshi expat Mohammed Rafiqul Islam was thrilled to learn his online ticket had won. He bought the ticket through the Big Ticket platf»»»
Qatar Tourism Chairman emphasizes importance of tourism in fostering global cooperation
Davos: Chairman of Qatar Tourism and Chairman of the Board of Visit Qatar HE Saad bin Ali Al Kharji, participated in the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2026 in Davos, Switzerland. He joined a high-level panel discussion hosted by the Financial Times at the Invest in Qatar pavilion, which addre»»»