Lebanon continues to come under pressure to postpone the parliamentary elections in May with international powers believing that priority in the country lies in disarming Hezbollah and granting Prime Minister Nawaf Salam’s government more time to approve financial, economic and administrative refor»»»

Doha, Qatar: Al Sadd extended their lead in the Qatar Stars League (QSL) with a 3-1 victory over Al Wakrah at Saoud Bin Abdulrahman Stadium, marking their ninth consecutive win in the top flight. The triumph took Al Sadd to 35 points, four clear of Al Gharafa and Al Shamal, who drew level on points»»»

At first glance, Yelets in winter looks like something from a Russian fairy tale. From the embankment I spy the golden domes of Orthodox churches and, down below, ice fishermen dotted along the frozen river. But in this town, 350km (217 miles) south of Moscow, the fairy tale feeling is transient. O»»»

In 2025, 456 bodies of citizens who died in various countries were brought home to Kyrgyzstan. Deputy Minister of Labor, Social Security, and Migration, Bakyt Darmankul uulu, announced at a meeting of the Committee on Science, Education, Innovative Development, Information Technology, Culture, Spor»»»

On 22 February of each year, Saudi Arabia celebrates Founding Day, commemorating the establishment of the First Saudi State in 1727 in Diriyah, northwest of present-day Riyadh. The date marks the emergence of a centralised political authority in a region long characterised by fragmentation. Today, »»»

Dubai: What’s the beef, you ask? Well, The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond has sparked debates over its depiction of force-feeding beef in certain scenes and no, we’re not just talking memes. The Hindi-language film, which focuses on girls trapped in forced religious conversion rackets, has become the »»»

Chinese President Xi Jinping sent North Korean leader Kim Jong-un congratulations on Monday on his re-election as general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea, the Chinese Foreign Ministry said. Earlier on the day, the state-run Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported Kim's re-election to th»»»

Dubai: Minor delays and one flight diversion were reported at Dubai International Airport (DXB) on Monday morning as fog and mist covered parts of the UAE. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.A spokesperson for Dubai Airports confirmed that operations were largely unaffect»»»

The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan is ready to allocate 200,000 hectares of unused land to migrant workers for agricultural use. First Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture and Processing Industry Zhanybek Kerimaliev stated at a meeting of the Committee on Agrarian Policy, Water Resou»»»

Doha, Qatar: The third edition of the Throwback Food Festival is drawing steady crowds to Old Doha Port, where nostalgia, cuisine and community spirit have converged to create one of the season’s most distinctive Ramadan attractions. Designed as a celebration of Qatar’s culinary heritage, the festi»»»

New Delhi: The Tejas light combat aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF) sustained major airframe damage after overshooting the runway at a frontline airbase earlier this month, following a suspected brake failure, sources told PTI on Sunday. Also Read: Dubai Airshow explains why event continued af»»»

Dubai: Indian nationals in several parts of Mexico have been urged to remain indoors after violent clashes linked to a major cartel operation triggered widespread unrest, road blockades and security risks across multiple states. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The Emba»»»

Doha, Qatar: The four-year Unesco Chair in Digital Technologies and Human Behavior at Hamad Bin Khalifa University brings together research, education, international collaboration, and public engagement to examine how digital technologies are shaping human behaviour in the age of Artificial Intelli»»»

Dubai: Airlines halted operations and issued travel waivers after violent clashes erupted in western Mexico following a military operation that killed one of the country’s most powerful cartel leaders, triggering widespread disruption and security alerts for civilians and travellers. Sign up for ou»»»

An uproar continued Sunday after the US ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, said Israel has a right to much of the Middle East, as more Arab and Muslim countries objected and the US said his comments were taken out of context. Huckabee spoke in an interview with conservative commentator Tucker Car»»»

Danish Defence Minister Troels Lund Poulsen and Danish Justice Minister Peter Hummelgaard speak during a press conference in September. Poulsen said there was no need for Trump's hospital boat. File Photo by Emil Helms/EPA Feb. 22 (UPI) -- Greenland and Denmark on Sunday both rejected a hospital bo»»»

Doha, Qatar: A nationwide drive to reduce food waste and promote sustainable consumption is gaining momentum across Qatar, as ministries, research institutions and social organizations intensify coordination under the umbrella of the Qatar National Food Security Strategy 2030. The Hifz Al Naema ini»»»

Beijing: China urged the United States on Monday to cancel unilateral tariffs announced by President Donald Trump after the US Supreme Court struck down many of his measures. The court ruled six to three on Friday that Trump does not have the authority to impose tariffs under a 1977 law he has reli»»»

On February 24, more than 6,000 consumers in Bishkek will be remotely disconnected from electricity services due to outstanding debts. To avoid inconvenience, the Bishkek Electric Grid Company, a branch of NENK OJSC, urges consumers to pay their electricity bills on time. For users’ convenience, th»»»

The Ataa Hamdan Volunteer Team took part in the International Global Exhibition for innovative students, held in Dubai, in a participation that highlighted the team’s commitment to supporting creativity and fostering a culture of innovation among young people. Also Read: 680 young achievers honoure»»»

On February 23-24, 2026, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Jeenbek Kulubaev, will pay a working visit to the Swiss Confederation to participate in the High-Level Segments of the 61st session of the UN Human Rights Council and the Conference on Disarmament. Participation in key»»»

Dubai: The father of Malayalam and Tamil actress Vishnupriya, Suryanarayanan, was found dead under suspicious circumstances at his bungalow in Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu. According to a report published on The New Indian Express, Suryanarayanan’s body was discovered bound to a chair with his face taped»»»

Dubai: Gold prices in Dubai surged sharply on Monday, delivering one of the biggest single-day increases this month and pushing retail rates closer to recent record territory. (Check latest UAE gold prices here, alongside prices in Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and India.) Sign up for»»»

Almasbek Abytov has been appointed the new Chief of Staff of the Zhogorku Kenesh. The corresponding order was signed by Parliament Speaker Marlen Mamataliev, the Parliament’s press service reported. Prior to his appointment, Almasbek Abytov served as the Plenipotentiary Representative of the Presid»»»

Sharjah: For the second consecutive year, Sharjah Charity International has launched its Ramadan initiative, “Bouquet of Goodness,” inviting the community to donate Dh100 to support a wide range of humanitarian and charitable projects across the UAE and abroad. (Click here for UAE Ramadan Prayer Ti»»»

Dubai: The Dubai Commercial Court has ordered a contracting company to pay Dh4.7 million to a subcontractor for completed works, outstanding rental dues and compensation for scaffolding, together with legal interest of 5 per cent per annum. The case stems from a subcontract signed in February 2024 »»»

In 2025, 12,062 new dwellings were built, 9.3% fewer than a year earlier. The number of dwellings to be built based on issued construction permits and simple declarations was 28,081, 37% more than in 2024. In 2025, 12,062 dwellings were put into use, representing a 9.3% decrease compared to the pre»»»

Grain exports from Kazakhstan to Kyrgyzstan increased 1.7 times. Data from the National Company Kazakhstan Temir Zholy JSC say. From September 2025 to February 19, 2026, at least 6.4 million tons of new-harvest grain were exported to foreign markets. This represents a 19.7 percent increase compared»»»

Kunduzbek Sulaimanov voluntarily resigned as a member of the Zhogorku Kenesh. He submitted a corresponding letter to the Central Election Commission of Kyrgyzstan (CEC). The CEC confirmed this information. The matter will be considered at its meeting today. Earlier, Kunduzbek Sulaimanov also volunt»»»

Dubai: Dubai Police have dismissed circulating social media rumours claiming that driving licences issued from any country can now be replaced with a UAE driving licence, confirming that the information is false. Official sources at Dubai Police said the claims, which spread widely over the past tw»»»

Emirates and Etihad Airways have cancelled additional flights to and from the United States on Monday as a powerful winter storm sweeps across the Northeast. The blizzard has prompted travel bans, flight suspensions and widespread shutdowns across major cities, including New York, New Jersey and Bo»»»

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum urged citizens to remain calm and stay informed amid unrest in several regions of the country following the death of the leader of Mexico's largest cartel, and expressed gratitude to the army and security forces for their work. On February 22, the Mexican Defense»»»

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has been re-elected general secretary of the ruling Workers’ Party at a rare congress, state media said Monday, calling the decision unanimous among delegates. KCNA said the country’s nuclear-based “war deterrence” had been “radically improved” under Kim’s leadership»»»

A large-scale drinking water outage is expected in Bishkek on February 24. From 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., water supply to residential buildings, schools, kindergartens, medical, as well as industrial and social facilities will be stopped. The City Hall reported. The outage zone: Oktyabrskaya Street, Easter»»»

Bishkek City Hall has begun dismantling metal structures near the Central Department Store (TSUM). Mayor Aibek Dzhunushaliev is on the scene. According to the City Hall’s press service, the first phase of demolition of structures erected outside the approved design began today. Construction work on»»»

US President Donald Trump is questioning why Iran has not yet "capitulated" in the face of Washington's military build-up in the Middle East, the US president's special envoy Steve Witkoff has said. Witkoff told Fox News on Saturday that Trump was "curious" about Iran's position after he had warned»»»

In Osh city, owners of business located in Alisher Navoi Park complained to the new mayor, Zhanar Akayev, about the demolition of their retail outlets. According to the municipal press service, the mayor visited the site. Along with the heads of relevant agencies, the mayor met with owners of the r»»»

Dubai: Fog and mist are expected to affect parts of the UAE through Thursday, with temperatures set to rise on Tuesday, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). The NCM said today would be fair to partly cloudy at times, with humid conditions overnight and into Tuesday morning bringin»»»

President Donald Trump's threats to attack Iran provide little detail on what the long-term US goal would be in the event of a sustained or even brief conflict. Trump sent warships and dozens of fighter planes to the Middle East and has several options to choose from that could destabilize the regi»»»

Mukul Roy, the former Indian Railway Minister and a founding member of the Trinamool Congress (TMC), has died at the age of 71 following a cardiac arrest. Roy passed away at approximately 1.30 am on Monday at the Apollo Hospital in Salt Lake, Kolkata, his son, Subhranshu Roy, confirmed to local med»»»

Dubai: Fog and mist are expected to affect parts of the UAE through Thursday, with temperatures set to rise on Tuesday, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). The NCM said today would be fair to partly cloudy at times, with humid conditions overnight and into Tuesday morning bringin»»»

The International Criminal Court will begin a hearing on Monday to decide whether former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte should stand trial for crimes against humanity linked to his deadly anti‑drug crackdown. The "confirmation of charges" hearing, taking place over four days, will determine w»»»

Dubai: Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has initiated contingency measures to safeguard the Islamic Republic amid escalating tensions with the United States and Israel, according to a report published Sunday by The New York Times, which cited senior Iranian officials and individuals fam»»»

Do you remember when having a “best friend” wasn’t just important, but a matter of honour? Losing one felt like a personal catastrophe; keeping one meant navigating secret handshakes, playground politics, and endless disputes over who was actually number one. Each friendship, each falling out, each»»»

The Mexican army on Sunday announced they had killed drug lord Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes – leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, which is responsible for trafficking huge quantities of fentanyl and other drugs to the United States. Cervantes, who was better known as “El»»»

The USS Gerald R. Ford, the US Navy's flagship aircraft carrier and a symbol of American military might, remains beset by chronic sewage system failures, US media reported. Persistent plumbing problems continue to dog America's newest and biggest supercarrier, nearly a decade after its commissionin»»»

Sharjah: Just a few seconds of inattention behind the wheel can turn a routine drive into tragedy, Sharjah Police have warned. Negligence and distracted driving from mobile phone use to other in-car distractions remain leading causes of serious traffic accidents, police added. Traffic reports show »»»

US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and US businessman Jared Kushner deliver a press conference on January 6. They will meet with Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araghchi on Sunday. File Photo by Ukrainian President Office/UPI | License Photo Feb. 22 (UPI) -- A nuclear deal will be the subject of negotiat»»»

Dubai: Former investment banking consultant turned entrepreneur, Neil Sheth, did not set out to build a content technology company. His journey into entrepreneurship began after years spent helping founders and leaders build their personal brands through a storytelling agency, where he repeatedly e»»»

Uzbekistan signed a series of bilateral agreements with companies in the US after the country’s president, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, travelled to Washington for the inaugural meeting of American President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace. »»»