PM Radev, Defence Minister Stoyanov, Chief of Defence Eftimov to Watch Military Drone Demonstrations
Prime Minister Rumen Radev will watch demonstrations of military capabilities and combat skills at Slivnitsa Training Centre on Wednesday after the Hawk Eye 26 finals, the Defence Ministry said. Minister of Defence Dimitar Stoyanov and Chief of Defence Admiral Emil Eftimov will join him for the dem»»»
Zakharova Derides Sikorski's War Panic With Antipsychotic Jab
Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova mocked Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski's fearmongering with a snappy line. "The only thing he really needs, and right now, is haloperidol,” Zakharova wrote on Telegram.Earlier, Sikorski revealed that he has been packing an evacuation ba»»»
US Weighs Full or Partial Diesel Export Ban as Prices Surge — Bessent
The Trump administration is examining whether to restrict US diesel exports as record fuel prices squeeze farmers and the trucking industry. President Donald Trump said he has already pushed the idea internally:“I've said, let's not send out the diesel. We make a lot of diesel.”Treasury Secretary S»»»
Sadyr Japarov proposes expanding UN Security Council - | 24.KG
President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov addressed the 81st session of the UN General Assembly. He noted that for the first time in its history, Kyrgyzstan has been elected as a member of the United Nations Security Council for the 2027–2028 term. «Taking this opportunity, I would like to express my p»»»
Kyrgyzstan is ready to serve as mediator in addressing complex issues — Japarov - | 24.KG
President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov addressed the 81st session of the UN General Assembly. According to him, for 80 years, this unique global organization has been standing at the forefront of safeguarding peace, security and development. Although the Organization brings together all countries of»»»
Traffic update: Morning fog disrupts Abu Dhabi commute as authorities warn motorists to drive with caution
Dense fog triggers traffic delays across Abu Dhabi as police issue safety alert Dense fog reduced visibility across Abu Dhabi on Wednesday morning, slowing traffic on several major roads and prompting a fresh caution alert from Abu Dhabi Police, as the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) said the »»»
Half a century of sweetness: How a 74-year-old kunafa maker helped shape Abu Dhabi’s story
How one man’s lifelong kunafa craft became part of Abu Dhabi’s cultural fabric Abu Dhabi: Try to find something in Abu Dhabi that has not changed in fifty years. Naeem Mohammad Youssef Shneik will hand you a piece of kunafa and tell you to taste it. He is 74, Jordanian, and has been making it the s»»»
Pezeshkian’s UN trip fuels diplomacy talk as US-Iran war enters critical phase
Iran’s UN outreach collides with tanker attacks and threats to expand the battlefield Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian’s arrival in the US for the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) has drawn fresh attention to possible diplomacy with Washington, even as the Tehran regime keeps the Strait of»»»
Sadyr Japarov attends opening of 81st United Nations General Assembly Debate - | 24.KG
President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov participated on September 22 in the opening of the General Debate of the UN General Assembly session that took place in New York (USA). The President’s press service reported. Before the event began, UN Secretary-General António Guterres welcomed the Head of St»»»
Kaspersky Lab begins translating its products into Kyrgyz - | 24.KG
Kaspersky Lab has begun translating its products and educational platforms into the Kyrgyz language. The company’s Managing Director for Central Asia and Mongolia, Valery Zubanov, announced this at Cybernomad Fest-2026. He said the company allocated funding this year and began translating its onlin»»»
Earthquake registered near Bishkek - | 24.KG
An earthquake has been recorded in Kyrgyzstan on September 22, the Institute of Seismology of the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic reported. The epicenter was located 22 kilometers south of the village of Kashka-Suu, 28 kilometers southwest of Koi-Tash, and 45 kilometers south of»»»
Hurricane Polo rapidly intensifies, threatens Mexico’s Pacific coast: Is El Niño responsible?
Forecasters warn of heavy rain, rough surf and strong winds by midweek Hurricane Polo has exploded into a Category 5 storm off southwestern Mexico, becoming one of the most powerful hurricanes ever observed in the eastern Pacific as it draws energy from exceptionally warm ocean water. The US Nation»»»
ARVI affects thousands of Kyrgyzstanis, 3 out of 4 cases are children - | 24.KG
From September 12 to 18, at least 4,366 cases of acute respiratory viral infections were reported in Kyrgyzstan. Children under 14 accounted for 74.2 percent of those infected, the Department of Disease Prevention and State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance reported. Experts recommend not s»»»
Hurricane Polo rapidly intensifies, threatens Mexico’s Pacific coast: Is El Niño responsible?
Forecasters warn of heavy rain, rough surf and strong winds by midweek Hurricane Polo has exploded into a Category 5 storm off southwestern Mexico, becoming one of the most powerful hurricanes ever observed in the eastern Pacific as it draws energy from exceptionally warm ocean water. The US Nation»»»
Adylbek Kasymaliev meets with new Kyrgyzstan’s national team coach - | 24.KG
Adylbek Kasymaliev, President of the Kyrgyz Football Union (KFU), met with Urmat Abdukaimov, the new head coach of the national team. The KFU announced. Kasymaliev congratulated the coach on his appointment, wished him success, and presented him with a national team jersey. The Kyrgyzstan’s nationa»»»
Central bank holds base rate at 5.50% for third consecutive meeting
The Monetary Council of the Magyar Nemzeti Bank (MNB) left the base rate unchanged at 5.50 percent at its Tuesday meeting, the central bank announced. The two edges of the interest rate corridor also remained unchanged: the overnight (O/N) deposit rate stands at 4.50 percent, while the upper edge o»»»
Baka digs in: no new candidate despite Tisza rejection
The Communications Directorate of Sándor Palace responded on Tuesday to MTI's question of whether András Baka would nominate a new candidate for the position of Prosecutor General — after it emerged that Tisza's parliamentary group does not support the election of Zoltán Szathmáry — by stating that»»»
700 delegates to be elected for fifth People's Kurultai - | 24.KG
Preparations for the fifth People’s Kurultai have begun in Kyrgyzstan. A total of 700 delegates will be elected to the assembly in accordance with established quotas. They will represent the country’s seven regions, the cities of Bishkek and Osh, various ethnic groups, and migrant workers currently»»»
10,190 orphans, 34 heart surgeries: Sharjah charity’s Egypt mission
10,190 orphans receive school bags as 200 mothers get income-generating tools Sharjah: For children in Egypt facing serious heart conditions and mothers caring for orphaned children, a recent humanitarian mission by Sharjah Charity International (SCI) brought help ranging from specialised medical t»»»
UAE braces for 45°C heat as fog and mist return through weekend
Temperatures set to rise on Thursday, with fog possible in coastal areas Dubai: Temperatures could reach 45°C in parts of the UAE on Wednesday before rising further on Thursday, with fog and mist forecast in some areas over the coming days, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). Wed»»»
How UAE families of determination navigate everyday life
Parents say greater awareness makes life more accessible for children of determination Dubai: For families raising children with autism, everyday activities require planning, from visiting a doctor or restaurant to navigating an airport or simply spending time in a busy public space. Parents of peo»»»
UAE Child Safety: Ras Al Khaimah Police trains officers for faster, specialised response
Police personnel trained for faster, specialised response to child safety cases Ras Al Khaimah: Ras Al Khaimah Police is participating in a specialist child protection programme designed to strengthen the ability of police personnel to respond quickly and effectively to cases involving children who»»»
Free textbooks sold at markets: Criminal case opened - | 24.KG
Authorities in Bishkek are investigating the sale of textbooks intended for free distribution to schoolchildren. According to the Main Internal Affairs Department of Bishkek, a criminal case has been initiated under Article 210 (Misappropriation or embezzlement of entrusted property) of the Crimina»»»
Saudi Arabia loads nearly 12 million barrels in one day as Hormuz tanker traffic adapts
Saudi ramps up Ras Tanura shipments as pipeline outage shifts barrels back to Gulf Saudi Arabia’s main Gulf export terminals recorded their busiest crude-loading day since before the war, with six supertankers taking on nearly 12 million barrels at Ras Tanura and Juaymah on Sept. 21, shipping-data »»»
DR Congo Ebola outbreak remains uncontrolled WHO
Kinshasa: The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) remains uncontrolled despite a modest decline in infections nationwide, as transmission shifts geographically and spreads toward an international border, the World Health Organization (WHO) has said. The country had recorded»»»
EU foreign policy chief meets Iran FM Araghchi, discusses Strait of Hormuz passage
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas met Iranian FM on the sidelines of the UNGA New York: European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas met Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly and discussed diplomatic efforts related to the US-Iran conflict and reop»»»
Administration's focus on noncitizen voting has led to 160 arrests. Experts say that shows it's rare
Arrests highlight gap between Trump claims and scant evidence of noncitizen voting NEW YORK: The Trump administration's whole-of-government effort to find and prosecute noncitizens illegally on state voter rolls has resulted in about 1,600 voter fraud cases that have led to 160 arrests, Homeland Se»»»
US F-16 jet crashes in Germany (VIDEOS)
A US Air Force F-16 fighter jet crashed near an American military base in western Germany on Tuesday, with the pilot ejecting before impact. The F-16 Fighting Falcon, assigned to the 52nd Fighter Wing, went down near Spangdahlem Air Base in the state of Rhineland-Palatinate at around 2:30pm local t»»»
Germany, Netherlands highlight fintech role in MSME growth, financial inclusion
DEAD SEA — Germany and The Netherlands have reaffirmed their support for Jordan’s fintech ecosystem, highlighting financial technology as a tool to expand access to finance, support micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), advance green investment and connect Jordanian companies with inte»»»
Jordan, Russia deepen trade and logistics ties at 7th joint committee session
AMMAN — Jordan and the Russian Federation have agreed on a series of measures to strengthen bilateral economic, trade and investment ties, and expand cooperation in key sectors.The agreements were reached at the conclusion of the seventh session of the Jordanian-Russian Intergovernmental Joint Comm»»»
Truth or Fake - Viral NATO video falsely framed as ‘war propaganda’ against Russia
A viral NATO video is being falsely framed online as “war propaganda”, with users accusing the Alliance of sharing a “promotional video” designed to prepare the public for imminent war with Russia. But the footage is not new: NATO published it in July 2024 for its 75th anniversary, and it’s been st»»»
How the Year of Family is redefining the future of real estate
When a home protects wellbeing, real estate becomes part of building the human being The success of the 22nd International Property Show (IPS 2026), held from September 7 to 9 at Dubai World Trade Centre in strategic partnership with Dubai Land Department, reflected more than the strength of Dubai’»»»
New UPI charges from October 15: What UAE NRIs need to know before paying
Personal transfers stay free as eligible Indian merchants begin paying processing fees Dubai: UAE-based Indians will continue using the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) without paying transaction fees when India’s new Merchant Discount Rate takes effect on October 15, 2026. Get updated faster and f»»»
Will UAE parents have to pay extra for GEMS Education’s AI teacher avatars? Here's the answer
Group clarifies costs, access and safeguards around its new digital twins of teachers Dubai: As GEMS Education prepares to trial AI-powered "digital twins" of its teachers, one question is likely on every parent's mind: will this come with an extra bill? As reported by Gulf News on Tuesday, the UAE»»»
UAE's Space42 moves to secure 24/7 Earth observation
Space42’s radar satellites to deliver all-weather, day-and-night geospatial data Abu Dhabi- The UAE is taking steps to secure its own ‘round-the-clock’ satellite view of the planet using Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR). The Abu Dhabi-based, AI-powered space technology company, Space42, is turning to»»»
Morocco keeps benchmark interest rate unchanged at 2.25 pct
Rabat: Morocco's central bank, Bank Al-Maghrib, on Tuesday decided to keep its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 2.25 percent following its third quarterly meeting of 2026. The bank said its decision takes into account "the very high level of uncertainty surrounding the economic outlook," adding»»»
Small bites from the UN: Music, a walkout and fighting gang violence
From clashing over Cuba to calls on Gaza, UN sidelines reflect global rifts UNITED NATIONS: Donald Trump spoke and made the diplomatic rounds. The UN secretary-general gave his final opening speech. And on the grounds of the United Nations, Greenland entered a bit of a new era. But there was lots m»»»
US to expand military presence in Greenland under Denmark deal – Trump
The US is set to significantly expand its military presence in Greenland under a new security agreement with Denmark, President Donald Trump has announced. Speaking at the UN General Assembly in New York on Tuesday, Trump revealed details of the deal, which is due to be formally signed following hi»»»
UAE’s new 5.06% sukuk: What your Dh1,000, Dh10,000 could earn
Five-year government-backed investment pays profits twice a year; here's how it works Dubai: The UAE has now put a number on the return from its second retail T-Sukuk: 5.06 per cent a year for five years. For residents looking at the investment for the first time, the basic idea is fairly simple. Y»»»
US-led Americas coalition backs sanctions against crime groups
Coalition of 15 governments moves to punish cartels dubbed 'ISIS of the Americas' President Donald Trump on Tuesday urged a US-led coalition in Latin America to impose sanctions on 24 criminal networks, just hours after denouncing regional drug cartels as "the ISIS of the Western Hemisphere." "I'm »»»
GEMS School of Research and Innovation's next phase: New principal outlines his priorities
New SRI principal Richard Jones vows to listen first, then lead change When Richard Jones takes over as principal of GEMS School of Research and Innovation (SRI) in January 2027, he will be stepping into a school that has just completed its first year, but he does not plan to arrive with a long lis»»»
WEF's Chief Economists expect global economy to stabilise
Economists see steadier growth amid rising geopolitical and AI-driven risks NEW YORK: The global economy is stabilising, but the fiscal support that cushioned successive shocks since 2020 is unlikely to play the same role in the year ahead, according to the World Economic Forum's Chief Economists' »»»
Closer collaboration needed to enable research commercialization Malaysian, says deputy PM
Kuala Lumpur: Closer collaboration among the government, universities, industry and private investors is needed to bridge the missing middle in research commercialization and turn promising local technologies into global enterprises, Malaysian Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said here on T»»»
QC seeks to enhace trade ties with Kuwait and Sweden
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Chamber Chairman HE Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani received Ambassador of Kuwait to Qatar HE Ahmed Abdulrahman Al Shuraim. The two sides discussed economic and trade cooperation between Qatar and Kuwait and ways to strengthen it, as well as opportuni»»»
Sheikh Joaan meets with various Olympic committee officials
His Excellency Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, President of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA), on Tuesday met with Ser Miang Ng, Member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), Keith Joseph, President of the Association of Caribbean Association of National Olympic Committees (CANOC), and Must»»»
QF sparks global dialogue on tradition, progress at Goals House during UNGA
Tribune News Network NEW YORK CITY As the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly takes place, Qatar Foundation has fostered a global dialogue at Goals House in New York on how inherited knowledge, cultural identity, and local wisdom can help address some of the world’s most pressing ch»»»
YoC, QM and Katara bring Qatar, Japan and Indonesia together at ‘Dialogue of Papers’
Tribune News Network DOHA Years of Culture (YoC), in collaboration with Qatar Museums (QM) and Cultural Village Foundation (Katara), kicked off Dialogue of Papers exhibition at Katara. The opening was attended by HE Syahda Guruh Langkah Samudera, Ambassador of Indonesia to Qatar; Sheikh Abdulaziz A»»»
MUNICIPALITY MINISTER MEETS HAITIAN ENVOY
Minister of Municipality HE Abdullah bin Hamad bin Abdullah Al Attiyah met with Ambassador of Haiti to Qatar HE Pierre-Richard Cajuste on Tuesday. During the meeting, they discussed cooperation between the two countries inmutual interest. (QNA)»»»
Wifaq Center wins 2025 award for Best Social Media Content
QNA Doha The Family Consulting Center (Wifaq), a member of Qatar Foundation for Social Work, has won the 2025 award for the Best Social Media Content in the Family and Population Sector. Presented by the Social Governments Institute (SGI) in the United Arab Emirates, the award recognizes the centre»»»