North Korea-linked hackers pose as human rights activists, report says - UPI.com
North Korean hackers have impersonated human rights organizations and financial institutions in South Korea to lure targets into opening malicious files, according to a report released Monday by cybersecurity firm Genians. File Photo by Stephen Shaver/UPI | License Photo SEOUL, Jan. 19 (UPI) -- Nor»»»
On This Day, Jan. 19: Georgia votes to secede from Union - UPI.com
On Jan. 19, 1861, Georgia voted to secede from the Union and joined the Confederacy. 1 of 3 | On January 19, 1861, Georgia voted to secede from the Union and joined the Confederacy. The vote was held at the Old State Capitol in Milledgeville, Ga., pictured in 1937. File Photo by L.D. Andrew/Library»»»
Gold, silver hit peaks and stocks struggle on new US-EU trade fears
Hong Kong: Gold and silver hit record highs on Monday while most equity markets fell after Donald Trump revived trade war fears by threatening several European nations with tariffs over their opposition to the United States buying Greenland. The US president has fanned already-rising geopolitical t»»»
Israeli glider drops stun grenade in the southern Lebanese border town of Dhaira: Al-Manar correspondent - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli glider drops stun grenade in the southern Lebanese border town of Dhaira: Al-Manar correspondent 19-01-2026 09:53 AM Latest News Ur»»»
AR Rahman’s daughters Khatija and Raheema defend him amid backlash and character assassination
Dubai: Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman's daughters, Khatija and Raheema, took to Instagram to defend their Oscar-winning father following intense criticism over comments he made in a recent interview about the shifting power dynamics within the Hindi film industry. The controversy erupted after AR»»»
UK, France Mull Social Media Bans for Youth as Debate Rages
Countries including France and Britain are considering following Australia's lead by banning children and some teenagers from using social media, but experts are still locked in a debate over the effectiveness of the move. Supporters of a ban warn that action needs to be taken to tackle deteriorati»»»
Shaaban moon seen over UAE skies, Ramadan countdown begins
Abu Dhabi: With improving weather conditions, astronomers have obtained a clearer daytime image of the crescent marking the beginning of the Islamic month of Shaaban 1447 AH, offering a rare and detailed view of the lunar phase. The image was captured earlier Monday from Abu Dhabi by the Al Khatim »»»
Labour market reached 260,000 new jobs posted in 2025 and 11 million applications on eJobs.ro
2025 was characterized as a prudent year in the labour market and, although the total number of new jobs appeared in the market knew a 10% drawback against 2024, the year ended with a total of 260,000 jobs posted over January-December, according to data of the annual Review & Trends report, the 10t»»»
Survey:Over half of Romanian workers confident about keeping jobs
Over half (51%) of Romanians in the workforce feel relatively confident about keeping their jobs, while 35% say they are not confident about finding a new one, according to the fourth edition of the Consumer Trust Barometer conducted by research and consulting agency Exact Business Solutions.The su»»»
Net average wage, up 2.2pct, to 5,615 lei, in November 2025
The gross average salary in Romania rose 2.4% to 9,371 lei in November 2025 compared with October, while the net average earnings increased 2.2% to 5,615 lei, according to data the National Institute of Statistics (INS) published on Friday.According to the official statistics, in November 2025, in »»»
IntMin Predoiu meets EU's Schengen Coordinator
The first evaluation of Romania as a full Schengen member confirms the country's professional profile and openness to constructive dialogue in implementing the required measures, Interior Minister Catalin Predoiu said on Friday.The official met on Friday with a European Commission delegation led by»»»
PM Bolojan: Iasi-Ungheni and Suceava-Siret motorways must be completed by 2030
Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan said on Friday in Iasi that funding for the two motorway endpoints in Moldavia - Iasi-Ungheni and Suceava-Siret - has been approved by the European Commission, with the projects considered essential for regional connectivity and for the defence component."First of all, w»»»
Health Minister Rogobete discusses healthcare organisation and human resources with Moldovan counterpart
Health Minister Alexandru Rogobete held talks on Friday with his counterpart from the Republic of Moldova, Emil Ceban, focusing on the organisation of medical services, institutions' capacity to support 'genuine' reforms, and how healthcare projects should be designed to deliver "visible and measur»»»
Three ministers and presidential adviser lead Romania's largest-ever delegation to Davos forum economic
Romania will take part in the 2026 edition of the World Economic Forum in Davos with its largest government delegation to date, including Foreign Minister Oana Toiu, Minister of Investments and European Projects Dragos Pislaru, Energy Minister Bogdan Ivan, and presidential adviser Radu Burnete.Acco»»»
France's Embassy: French military presence in Romania has no connection with EU-Mercosur negotiations; information – false
The information recently published in the public space according to which France is "extremely dissatisfied" with Romania's position regarding the EU-Mercosur trade agreement or that there is connection between this file and the French military presence on Romanian territory is "simply false", the »»»
Russia orchestrated an attempted factory arson in 2024, Lithuania says; same group allegedly attempted similar attacks in Romania
The Russian military intelligence service GRU was responsible for an attempted arson attack in 2024 on a Lithuanian factory that supplies radio wave scanners to the Ukrainian military, Lithuanian officials said on Friday. Six citizens from Spain, Colombia, Cuba, Russia and Belarus have been charged»»»
Kyrgyzstan enters 2026 as EAEU leader in construction growth - | 24.KG
Kyrgyzstan is entering 2026 as the leader among Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) countries in terms of growth in the volume of construction work. The republic has maintained the top position among the five member states since January last year. According to the Eurasian Economic Commission, construct»»»
Minister uncovers serious violations: Construction company fined 200,000 soms - | 24.KG
Minister of Construction, Architecture, Housing and Communal Services of Kyrgyzstan Nurdan Oruntaev, along with inspectors from the State Department of Architectural and Construction Supervision, conducted a raid on construction sites in Bishkek. He also ordered similar inspections to be organized »»»
Nearly 600 people suffered from food poisoning in Kyrgyzstan in 2025 - | 24.KG
In 2025, at least 232 cases of food poisoning were registered in Kyrgyzstan, affecting 580 people. The Republican Center for Health Promotion and Mass Communication reported. According to the center, 11 cases of mass poisoning (involving more than five people) were registered, five of which occurre»»»
Palestinian President’s Advisor: Board of Peace, Related Entities Are a ‘Temporary Arrangement’
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas’ advisor Dr. Mahmoud Al-Habbash said that the situation in the Gaza Strip, along with the formation of the Board of Peace and its related entities is not a Palestinian choice. This is “a temporary arrangement (mandated by the UN Security Council) that the Palesti»»»
You can go to the moon for free—NASA’s Artemis II explains how
Dubai: Ever dreamed of going to space? NASA is inviting you to join Artemis II test flight alongside four astronauts as they head to the Moon and back to test systems and hardware needed for deep space exploration. You can be a part of 'Send Your Name with Artemis II' which is a free initiative by »»»
UK, France mull social media bans for youth as debate rages
Paris, France: Countries including France and Britain are considering following Australia's lead by banning children and some teenagers from using social media, but experts are still locked in a debate over the effectiveness of the move. Supporters of a ban warn that action needs to be taken to tac»»»
12-year-old boy in critical condition following shark attack off Sydney - UPI.com
Jan. 19 (UPI) -- A 12-year-old boy was in critical condition following a shark attack off Sydney's coast, authorities said. Emergency services were called to Hermitage Foreshore Walk near Shark Beach at about 4:20 p.m. local time Sunday in response to reports that a boy had been bitten by a shark, »»»
Inequality, unease rising as elite Davos event opens with pro-business Trump set to attend
Davos, Switzerland: Corporate chiefs and government leaders including US President Donald Trump swarm into Davos, Switzerland this week, joining an elite annual meeting that promotes dialogue and economic progress. The even is being held evren as a domineering tone from Washington has upended the g»»»
What next for Iran's supreme leader?
Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in his secret hideout these days, knows he is now a marked man. He will not be sitting on his veranda anytime soon. When discussing what the United States might do next to help the protesters in Iran, US President Trump has mentioned Qassem Soleimani a»»»
How Dubai’s ‘chief chilli officer’ turned a sauce obsession into a business
Dubai: There are very few people in the world as obsessed with sauce as Dubai entrepreneur Faisal Al Mutairi — and that’s saying something in a city that loves bold flavours. The self-styled chief chilli officer at House of Habanero – a dedicated speciality retailer for all things spicy - owns more»»»
Emirates increases Manila flights with new weekly services
Dubai: Emirates is expanding its Dubai-Manila route with four additional weekly flights starting April 2, 2026, strengthening travel options for residents, overseas Filipino workers, and business travellers between the UAE and the Philippines. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Ba»»»
Innovative Drug Lowers Triglycerides, Other Blood Lipids
A study led by researchers from the Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) in Switzerland, revealed a new liver- and gut-targeted oral drug that can safely lower triglycerides and other blood lipids. Researchers of the study, published last Friday in Nature Medicine, said the innovative dr»»»
WEF: Donald Trump set to dominate Davos 2026
BusinessGlobal issuesWEF: Donald Trump set to dominate Davos 2026Ashutosh PandeyWeeks after attacking Venezuela, capturing its controversial leader, and reviving Greenland ambitions, the US president's presence in Davos is expected to raise the stakes at WEF's annual meeting. https://p.dw.com/p/56p»»»
China's population falls for fourth straight year
China's population fell for the fourth straight year in 2025 as its birth rates sunk to a record low, despite the government rolling out a spate of incentives to boost them. The country's population fell 3.39 million to reach 1.4 billion by the end of 2025, marking a quicker decline than the previo»»»
Japan PM Takaichi set to call snap election
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is widely expected to call for a snap election, less than three months after taking office, in a bid to shore up greater support. Unnamed officials told local media Takaichi would announce the date of the lower house election at a press conference on Monday af»»»
Cold snap sweeps Saudi Arabia as dust storms hit multiple regions
Dubai: Several regions across Saudi Arabia are expected to experience a sharp drop in temperatures and increasingly active surface winds from Tuesday through Thursday, according to the National Centre for Meteorology (NCM). In a weather advisory, the NCM said the strong winds are likely to stir up »»»
Gold, Silver Hit Records and Stocks Fall as Trump Fans Trade Fears
Gold and silver prices climbed to fresh peaks on Monday, as investors poured into safe-haven assets after US President Donald Trump threatened to impose extra tariffs on European countries over the control of Greenland. Spot gold jumped 1.6% to $4,666.11 as of 0551 GMT, after scaling an all-time hi»»»
Couple ordered to pay Dh32,506 after losing dispute with car workshop
An Al Ain court has ordered a woman and her husband to pay Dh32,506 to a car repair workshop, ruling that the amount represents the outstanding balance for engine modifications carried out on a vehicle owned by the woman. In its judgment, the court said the documents submitted by the claimant faile»»»
IntelliNews Lambda: Europe’s deep freeze begins to bite as gas storage dips below seasonal trend
A deepening cold snap across Europe has begun to dent the continent’s gas reserves, with storage levels falling more sharply in recent days and, for the first time this winter, deviating measurably from the seasonal norm. (chart) »»»
IntelliNews Lambda: Europe’s deep freeze begins to bite as gas storage dips below seasonal trend
A deepening cold snap across Europe has begun to dent the continent’s gas reserves, with storage levels falling more sharply in recent days and, for the first time this winter, deviating measurably from the seasonal norm. (chart) »»»
IntelliNews Lambda: Europe’s deep freeze begins to bite as gas storage dips below seasonal trend
A deepening cold snap across Europe has begun to dent the continent’s gas reserves, with storage levels falling more sharply in recent days and, for the first time this winter, deviating measurably from the seasonal norm. (chart) »»»
IntelliNews Lambda: Europe’s deep freeze begins to bite as gas storage dips below seasonal trend
A deepening cold snap across Europe has begun to dent the continent’s gas reserves, with storage levels falling more sharply in recent days and, for the first time this winter, deviating measurably from the seasonal norm. (chart) »»»
IntelliNews Lambda: Europe’s deep freeze begins to bite as gas storage dips below seasonal trend
A deepening cold snap across Europe has begun to dent the continent’s gas reserves, with storage levels falling more sharply in recent days and, for the first time this winter, deviating measurably from the seasonal norm. (chart) »»»
IntelliNews Lambda: Europe’s deep freeze begins to bite as gas storage dips below seasonal trend
A deepening cold snap across Europe has begun to dent the continent’s gas reserves, with storage levels falling more sharply in recent days and, for the first time this winter, deviating measurably from the seasonal norm. (chart) »»»
IntelliNews Lambda: Europe’s deep freeze begins to bite as gas storage dips below seasonal trend
A deepening cold snap across Europe has begun to dent the continent’s gas reserves, with storage levels falling more sharply in recent days and, for the first time this winter, deviating measurably from the seasonal norm. (chart) »»»
IntelliNews Lambda: Europe’s deep freeze begins to bite as gas storage dips below seasonal trend
A deepening cold snap across Europe has begun to dent the continent’s gas reserves, with storage levels falling more sharply in recent days and, for the first time this winter, deviating measurably from the seasonal norm. (chart) »»»
IntelliNews Lambda: Europe’s deep freeze begins to bite as gas storage dips below seasonal trend
A deepening cold snap across Europe has begun to dent the continent’s gas reserves, with storage levels falling more sharply in recent days and, for the first time this winter, deviating measurably from the seasonal norm. (chart) »»»
Compliance with state language law inspected in Karakol city - | 24.KG
Karakol City Hall, together with the regional office of the Antimonopoly Regulation Service, conducted a raid to inspect compliance with state language laws. The raid covered retail outlets, stores, cafes, food service establishments, pharmacies, and other public spaces. During the inspection, spec»»»
Who said what at 2025 Africa Cup of Nations
Rabat: Who said what during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which ended on Sunday with Senegal beating hosts Morocco1-0 after extra time in the final in Rabat: “The AFCON is the most difficult competition in the world to win. We have won it again.” -- Senegal star Sadio Mane after their dra»»»
Saudi Arabia in Davos: Participation in Dialogues on World Economy, Geopolitical Changes
The Saudi delegation led by Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah is gearing up to participate in the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2026 in Davos, Switzerland, from Monday to January 23. This year’s forum, themed "A Spirit of Dialogue," comes amid swift chang»»»
More than 20 killed in high-speed train collision in Spain
At least 21 people have been killed and 73 others injured after two high-speed trains collided in southern Spain, the local emergency services have said. Twenty-four people are in serious condition, including four minors, they added. The incident happened in the Adamuz municipality, near the city o»»»
Saudi Arabia welcomes the integration of the SDF into Syrian state institutions
Riyadh, Jan. 19 (SANA) The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia expressed its welcome of the ceasefire agreement and the integration of the SDF, with all their civil and military institutions, into the Syrian state.The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement on Sunday: “The Kingdom hopes this agre»»»
Centuries of Tradition: Bulgarian Yogurt Seeks UNESCO Cultural Heritage Status
Bulgaria has formally submitted its candidacy for UNESCO recognition of its yogurt, joining Romania and Turkey in the initiative. The evaluation process is already underway, with an assessment of Bulgaria’s application expected this autumn. The bid highlights the long-standing tradition and cultura»»»
UN Human Rights Commissioner Calls for Accountability for Atrocity Crimes in Sudan
UN Human Rights commissioner Volker Turk said on Sunday he is alarmed by the increasing militarization of society by all parties to the conflict in Sudan, also expressing his worries that the atrocity crimes committed during and after the takeover of El Fasher would be repeated in the Kordofan regi»»»