Al Awsat 5m

Oil Extends Climb on Iran Supply Disruption Concerns

Oil prices extended gains on Tuesday as heightened concerns surrounding Iran and potential supply disruptions outweighed the prospect of increased crude supply from Venezuela. Brent futures rose 22 cents, or 0.3%, to $64.09 a barrel by 0430 GMT, hovering near a two-month high struck in the previous»»»

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The Peninsula 6m

Al Attiyah continues to lead as Variawa excels over Dakar dunes

Wadi Ad Dawsir: Five-time Dakar winner Nasser Al Attiyah finished fifth in his Dacia but the Qatari retained the overall lead after the eighth stage of the Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia yesterday. Al Attiyah and his Belgian co-driver Fabian Lurquin completed the 483-kilometre circuit that started and»»»

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The Peninsula 11m

WTT Star Contender Doha kicks off as table tennis gala continues

Doha, Qatar: Fresh off the excitement of WTT Champions Doha 2026, the Lusail Sports Arena is once again set to host world-class table tennis action as WTT Star Contender Doha 2026 kicks off with qualifying rounds today. The six-day event, part of the 31st Qatar International Tennis Championships se»»»

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Al Awsat 17m

Trump Says Nations Doing Business with Iran Face 25% Tariff on US Trade

President Donald Trump said on Monday any country that does business with Iran will face a tariff rate of 25% on any trade with the US, as Washington weighs a response to the situation in Iran which is seeing its biggest anti-government protests in years. "Effective immediately, any Country doing b»»»

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The Peninsula 18m

Mini World Cup second round tips off in Doha

Doha, Qatar: As appetizers go for FIBA Basketball World Cups, the first-ever Mini World Cup in Qatar is a big hit. Thirty-two secondary school teams have already squared off on the hardwood in the first round, aiming to become the champion of the inaugural competition. The second round gets underwa»»»

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24 News Agency 21m

President introduces temporary regulation of vehicle inspections, freezes prices - | 24.KG

President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov signed a decree on urgent measures to improve the efficiency of vehicle technical inspections. The document aims to enhance road safety, improve service quality, and ensure price stability in the vehicle inspection sector. According to the decree, from January »»»

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The Peninsula 23m

Qatar-Japan cooperation strong, working to develop strategic partnership: Japan FM

Doha: Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan H E Toshimitsu Motegi has stressed that the cooperative relationship between Japan and Qatar is exceptionally strong, bound by multifaceted and robust ties, and building upon this long-standing friendship. “It is crucial that the two countries further str»»»

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The Peninsula 23m

Qatar Airways among top-five most punctual airlines globally for 2025

Doha, Qatar: In a notable demonstration of operational excellence, Qatar Airways has earned significant recognition in the aviation industry through Cirium’s 2025 On-Time Performance Review, cementing its reputation as one of the world’s most reliable global carriers. The airline achieved an 84.42 »»»

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Gulf News 26m

Project 24K: Suspect arrested in Canada’s biggest gold theft

Dubai: Canadian authorities have arrested a 43-year-old man at Toronto Pearson International Airport in connection with the country’s largest-ever gold theft, following his arrival on an international flight. Arsalan Chaudhary, who investigators say has no fixed address, was taken into custody by P»»»

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24 News Agency 33m

Railway in Bishkek not to be relocated - | 24.KG

The railway tracks in Bishkek are not planned to be relocated or removed. The City Hall said, commenting on the draft of the capital’s master development plan. The municipality explained that the railway is considered in the master plan as an alternative form of off-street passenger transport—a cit»»»

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The Peninsula 35m

Qatar focuses on behavioural change to protect environment

Doha, Qatar: Minister of Environment and Climate Change H E Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie has emphasised that effective government communication plays a central role in supporting Qatar’s environmental policies, protecting natural reserves, and promoting sustainability as a core na»»»

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Gulf News 38m

This app asks 'Are You Dead?' Every 48 hours, and millions are downloading it

Dubai: You open your phone. There's a notification. It asks: "Are you dead?" No, this isn't a prank. It's the app that's breaking the internet right now and the conversation it's starting is making people stop and think about how we're really living. What even is this?"Are You Dead?" launched in Ma»»»

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Al Awsat 42m

Al-Alimi Orders Closure of Illegal Prisons in Southern Yemen

Chairman of Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council Dr. Rashad al-Alimi ordered on Monday the closure of all illegal prisons and detention centers in southern Yemen. The prisons are located in the governorates of Aden, Lahj and Dhaleh. Al-Alimi met in the Saudi capital Riyadh with Tobias Tunkel, Ge»»»

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The Peninsula 43m

GCO launches Qatar Media Library at third Government Communications Forum

Doha, Qatar: The third Government Communications Forum opened yesterday with the participation of Their Excellencies ministers, decision-makers, and communications and media leaders from government and semi-government entities in the country. The two-day forum underscores the pivotal role of the go»»»

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24 News Agency 45m

Paid replacement of permanent driver's license to cost Kyrgyzstanis 779 soms - | 24.KG

There are currently no strict deadlines for the paid replacement of permanent driver’s licenses in Kyrgyzstan. The State Center for Registration of Vehicles and Drivers under the Presidential Affairs Department informed 24.kg news agency. From January 15 to February 15, old permanent driver’s licen»»»

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24 News Agency 45m

Suspects in fraud case detained in Bishkek - | 24.KG

Law enforcement authorities detained fraudsters in Bishkek who posed as officers of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the ministry’s press service reported. According to the statement, in early 2026, a citizen K.A. contacted the ministry’s Internal Investigations Service, asking for action against »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 52m

Euro Coordination Centre to Hold Briefing at Council of Ministers

A briefing by the Euro Coordination Centre will take place today at 11:00 a.m. in the Council of Ministers building, the Government press service announced. This will be the Centre’s second report to the media, following its first briefing on January 6, when the head of the Euro Coordination Centre»»»

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The Budapest Times 53m

Industrial production continues to decline

The volume of industrial production lagged behind the one year earlier level by 5.4% in November 2025. The working day adjusted index is equal to the non-adjusted one. According to seasonally and working-day adjusted data, industrial output was 2.0% lower than in October 2025. Production volume dec»»»

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Gulf News 55m

When I met two Oscar Winners, Will Smith and Jessica Chastain, in Dubai over two days: A lesson in grace, humility and warmth

https://www.facebook.com/GulfNews.UAE/videos/will-smith-in-dubai-will-smith-tells-gulf-news-that-he-wants-shah-rukh-khan-to-c/901884615522457/Dubai: When I met two Oscar winners, back-to-back in Dubai—Jessica Chastain and Will Smith—I was ready for the usual Hollywood gloss and trained PR speak. Th»»»

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24 News Agency 57m

Tram line through Bishkek: New route planned from 12th microdistrict - | 24.KG

According to Bishkek’s master development plan, a new tram line is planned along Aaly Tokombaev Avenue—from 12th microdistrict toward the city center. The route is expected to continue along Kievskaya Street to Osh market. The City Hall explained that the order of implementation for tram infrastruc»»»

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The Peninsula 59m

Qatar, US ink Pax Silica Declaration to enhance economic security ties

Doha, Qatar: Qatar has joined the Pax Silica Declaration, reinforcing its expanding role in global economic cooperation and strategic partnerships focused on growth and security across technology sectors and supply chain resilience. The framework signed yesterday by the Minister of State for Foreig»»»

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UPI 1h

House Republican introduces bill to authorize Trump to take Greenland - UPI.com

A Republican House representative on Monday introduced legislation to authorize President Donald Trump to acquire or annex Greenland from Denmark. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Jan. 13 (UPI) -- Republican Rep. Randy Fine introduced legislation Monday authorizing President Donald Trump to»»»

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The Budapest Times 1h

The government has proven it can protect Hungary from the greatest dangers, FM says

The governing parties have proven that they are capable of protecting Hungary from even the greatest dangers, and another electoral victory would therefore be the strongest guarantee of staying out of the war and keeping migrants out of the country, Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó said on Monday i»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Dubai Airports, Salik sign 10-year deal for E-Wallet payment solution

Dubai: Dubai International (DXB) is to introduce a ticketless parking payment system across all terminals later this month following a 10-year agreement signed between Dubai Airports and Salik. The partnership, witnessed by Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Airports, and Mattar A»»»

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24 News Agency 1h

Teacher shortage: Bishkek schools have about 450 vacancies - | 24.KG

As of December 2025, there were 446 vacant positions in Bishkek’s general education institutions. The city’s Department of Education informed 24.kg news agency. According to the department, there are 119 general education schools in Bishkek, employing 10,197 teachers. In the summer, officials state»»»

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Sputnik 1h

Ukrainian Court Denied Hospitalization to Ill US Journalist Lira Before His Death in 2024

US journalist Gonzalo Lira, who died in a Ukrainian prison 2 years ago, was forced to remain in pretrial detention following a final hearing on December 22, 2023, despite a severe case of pneumonia, according to a Sputnik correspondent’s analysis of Ukrainian public court records. January 12 marked»»»

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24 News Agency 1h

Handball Federation becomes member of National Olympic Committee of Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG

The Handball Federation of the Kyrgyz Republic has become a member of the National Olympic Committee (NOC) of Kyrgyzstan. The decision was made at a meeting of the General Assembly of the NOC of the Kyrgyz Republic. NOC President Umbetaly Kydyraliev presented a report on the participation of nation»»»

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Sputnik 1h

US Lawmaker Introduces Bill to Let Trump Take Steps Needed to Annex or Acquire Greenland

US Republican lawmaker Randy Fine has introduced a bill that would allow US President Donald Trump to take all the actions necessary to annex or acquire Greenland in the name of US security interests. "Today, Congressman Fine (FL-06) introduced the Greenland Annexation and Statehood Act, landmark l»»»

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Sputnik 1h

Trump Orders 25% Tariff on Any Country Doing Business with Iran

US President Donald Trump said on Monday that any country engaged in business with Iran will pay a 25% tariff on any business done with the United States. “Effective immediately, any Country doing business with the Islamic Republic of Iran will pay a Tariff of 25% on any and all business being done»»»

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RT 1h

France launches military recruitment drive

France has launched a recruitment campaign for a new voluntary military service for young people. The move has been framed as a response to a perceived Russian “threat,” a claim that Moscow has repeatedly dismissed as “nonsense,” and comes amid a wider European military buildup. The campaign was an»»»

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24 News Agency 1h

Flu season: Specialist tells which strains are most common in Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG

During the New Year holidays, 12,124 cases of acute respiratory viral infections (ARVI) and influenza were registered in Kyrgyzstan. Sultan Suranbaev, a physician at the Department of State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance, reported on Birinchi Radio. According to him, the number of cases »»»

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24 News Agency 1h

New rules for online shopping in EAEU to take effect on July 1, 2026 - | 24.KG

The Council of the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) has adopted a number of decisions establishing the terms and rules for importing e-commerce goods purchased by individuals from foreign marketplaces, the EEC reported. In particular, the duty-free import threshold has been set at €200, with the »»»

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24 News Agency 1h

Kyrgyzstan receives 250,000 doses of hepatitis vaccine - | 24.KG

Kyrgyzstan has received 250,000 doses of hepatitis vaccine. Deputy Minister of Health Ryspek Sydygaliev announced this at a meeting of the parliamentary committee on agrarian policy, water resources, subsoil use, ecology, and environmental protection. He noted that the vaccine requires three doses »»»

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24 News Agency 1h

AFC U23 Asian Cup: Kyrgyzstan’s national team loses and eliminated - | 24.KG

Kyrgyzstan’s U23 national football team lost to Jordan at the AFC U23 Asian Cup. The match was broadcast by NTRK Sport. The game ended in a 0–1 defeat for Kyrgyzstan. Earlier, the team had lost to Saudi Arabia and Vietnam but still retained a chance to reach the playoffs with a win in the third rou»»»

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UPI 2h

ICE detains NYC Council employee at routine immigration appointment - UPI.com

Jan. 12 (UPI) -- A Venezuelan employee of the New York City Council has been detained by federal immigration officials, Council Speaker Julie Menin said Monday night, amid growing anger over the Trump administration's immigration crackdown. The unidentified data analyst was detained while attending»»»

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Gulf News 2h

UAE morning traffic alert: Major delays across Dubai, Sharjah and Abu Dhabi

Dubai: Commuters across the UAE are experiencing a particularly busy morning today, Tuesday, January 13, 2026. In Dubai, heavy congestion is being reported on major routes, specifically along Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) and Al Khail Road. Data from Google Maps indicates significant tailbacks near the B»»»

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France24 2h

Truth or Fake - Iran protests: Fact-checking claims of AI manipulation, low turnout

For around two weeks - and despite an internet blackout - thousands of Iranians have been mobilising in large protests that threaten the future of the ruling regime. But some internet users are casting doubt over the protest images, claiming they’re in fact much smaller than they appear, or using c»»»

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Al Majalla 2h

The Donroe Doctrine and the new hemispheric order

For more than a century, Latin America has served as a testing ground for competing visions of sovereignty, intervention and hemispheric order. Recent statements by the United States president, Donald J. Trump, placing Venezuela, Colombia, Mexico and Cuba on notice have revived tensions that many i»»»

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Al Majalla 2h

Israel sharpens its focus amid growing unrest in Iran

As Iran convulses in yet another wave of protests, Israel and the United States are watching from the sidelines. What began with Tehran’s bazaar merchants protesting the collapse of the rial has spread to at least 220 locations across 26 provinces, with demonstrations escalating significantly durin»»»

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Gulf News 2h

US aircraft disguised as civilian plane used in boat strike, report says

Washington, United States: The Pentagon disguised a military aircraft as a civilian plane to wage its first attack on an alleged drug smuggling boat last year, killing 11, the New York Times reported Monday. The alleged move would be in violation of international laws of armed conflict, which prohi»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Sarvam Maya OTT release details: Where to watch Nivin Pauly’s Rs1 billion horror-fantasy

Dubai: After a triumphant Christmas run at the box office, Sarvam Maya is now set to make its much-awaited OTT debut — allowing audiences to revisit the film that not only dominated theatres but also quietly marked Nivin Pauly’s return to familiar, crowd-pleasing form. When and where to watch Sarva»»»

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France24 2h

US lawmakers to visit Denmark as Trump renews threats over Greenland

A bipartisan group of US lawmakers will travel to Denmark this week amid escalating tensions over President Donald Trump’s renewed threats to take control of Greenland, an autonomous territory within the Danish kingdom that hosts a US airbase. A bipartisan group of US lawmakers will visit Denmark t»»»

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24 News Agency 2h

Heads of two national cardiology institutions in Kyrgyzstan dismissed - | 24.KG

Following an on-site inspection at the Mirrakhimov National Center of Cardiology and Therapy (NCCT) and the Research Institute of Heart Surgery and Organ Transplantation (RIHSOT), a meeting was held under the chairmanship of Health Minister of Kyrgyzstan Kanybek Dosmambetov. According to the Minist»»»

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24 News Agency 2h

Kyrgyzstanis can renew their permanent driver's licenses free of charge - | 24.KG

Citizens of Kyrgyzstan can renew their permanent driver’s licenses free of charge within one month. Kanybek Tumanbaev, head of the Presidential Affairs Department, reported on social media. He noted that many questions are received from citizens regarding driver’s licenses. «Therefore, I decided to»»»

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France24 2h

Trump to meet with Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado

Washington said on Monday that Venezuelan opposition figure Maria Corina Machado will meet President Donald Trump this week, a move that comes as pressure mounts on the interim leadership in Caracas to accelerate the release of political prisoners. Washington announced on Monday that Venezuelan opp»»»

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BBC 2h

Pioneering gay footballer Josh Cavallo accuses former club of homophobia

Joshua Cavallo - the first man to come out as gay while playing top-tier football - has alleged he was pushed out of his former club due to "internal homophobia". Cavallo, who recently joined Stamford AFC after leaving Adelaide United in May last year, made global headlines in 2021 when he came out»»»

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24 News Agency 2h

Kyrgyzstan ranks 75th in Henley & Partners Passport Index - | 24.KG

Henley & Partners has published its updated World Passport Index 2026. The ranking covers over 100 passports and is based on data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA). Kyrgyzstan takes 75th place in the index, sharing it with Uzbekistan. A Kyrgyz passport allows visa-free travel »»»

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24 News Agency 2h

17 referees from Kyrgyzstan included in FIFA’s updated list for 2026 - | 24.KG

FIFA has published its updated list of referees for 2026. The Kyrgyz Football Union reported on social media. These professionals will be eligible to officiate international matches this year.»»»

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BBC 3h

How will investigators determine if Minneapolis ICE shooting was justified?

US investigators will face a host of thorny questions in determining whether the fatal shooting of a woman by a federal agent in Minneapolis last week was justified, as local and national officials recount drastically different accounts of an incident that sparked nationwide protests. Several video»»»

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24 News Agency 3h

Frosts to −48°C in Suusamyr: Four schools switch to online learning - | 24.KG

Four schools in Suusamyr rural district of Chui region have switched to online learning due to severe frost, the head of the district reported. According to him, nighttime air temperatures dropped to −48°C, while daytime temperatures ranged from −33°C to −35°C. «Because of the extreme cold, schools»»»

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