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»»»

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»»»

People have noticed something strange about the US Olympic figure skating team this year. It includes Ilia Malinin, Andrew Torgashev, and Maxim Naumov – the children of Russians who emigrated to the US after the collapse of the Soviet Union. In the comments section of the video presentation, many p»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Barzan University College (BUC), in partnership with Swinburne University of Technology, hosted a senior delegation from the State of Victoria, Australia, on February 8, reinforcing the growing strategic partnership between Qatar and Australia in higher education, innovati»»»

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky continues to send out a firm message of defiance. When we met this weekend in the government headquarters in Kyiv, he said that far from losing, Ukraine would end the war victorious. He was firmly against paying the price for a ceasefire deal demanded by Presi»»»

By Wade SheridanPerformers take the stage to conclude the 2026 Winter Olympics with the closing ceremony in Verona, Italy, on Sunday. Norway won the most medals with a total of 41, with the United States following at 33. Athletes from all participating countries arrive during the closing ceremony o»»»

The Mexican military on Sunday killed Nemesio Ruben Oseguera Cervantes, a Mexican national also known as "El Mencho," the alleged co-founder and current leader of the Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generacion, which is a noted violent Mexican drug cartel responsible for the trafficking of fentanyl and other »»»

US President Donald Trump's latest tariff changes have heightened uncertainty for businesses and consumers, industry experts and economists say. The changes followed a Supreme Court ruling on Friday that Trump could not use a 1977 law - the International Emergency Economic Powers Act - to levy taxe»»»

Iranian students gathered for fresh pro- and anti-government rallies Sunday commemorating those killed in recent protests, as fears loomed of renewed conflict with the United States over the country's nuclear programme. The initial demonstrations were sparked in December by economic hardship in the»»»

Algeria's state grains agency OAIC has issued an international tender to buy soft milling wheat to be sourced from optional origins, European traders said on Sunday. The tender sought a nominal 50,000 metric tons but Algeria often buys considerably more in its tenders than the nominal volume sought»»»

A man has been charged with a hate crime for allegedly ramming his pickup truck into the gate of a synagogue in Brisbane, Australia. Security camera footage shows the driver stopping outside the synagogue on Friday night, putting his Toyota Hilux in reverse, and knocking down the building’s gates b»»»

Hong Kong: Ka Ying Rising, ridden by Zac Purton, stormed to his 18th win in a row on Sunday to break the long-standing Hong Kong record of Silent Witness. The world's best sprinter made history as he obliterated the 1,400m (seven furlong) track record in the Group One Queen's Silver Jubilee Cup at »»»

Sydney, Australia: The Museum of Chinese in Australia officially opened in Sydney on Sunday, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese attending its opening ceremony and paying tribute to Chinese Australians' "contribution, ambition and hard work." "Our stories shape our national identity. They remind u»»»

With the CBSE Class 10 English exam held on February 21 and Science scheduled for February 25, students have just a three-day gap to switch gears and prepare for one of the most concept-heavy papers. The Science exam this year will also follow a sectional format, with questions divided into Physics»»»

Report by Neeran Al-Nassar KUWAIT, Feb 22 (KUNA) -- Kuwait joined countries worldwide on Sunday in celebrating girls scouts and guides, known internationally as World Girl Scouts Day, to raise awareness of issues affecting girls and highlight the Girl Guides efforts to empower girls in 146 countrie»»»

On Feb. 22, 2011, a 6.3-magnitude earthquake severely damaged Christchurch, New Zealand's second largest city, killing 185 people and injuring up to 2,000. 1 of 6 | The Christchurch Catholic Cathedral is extensively damaged after an earthquake in Christchurch, New Zealand, on February 22, 2011. Fil»»»

It was supposed to last four years. It lasted just 399 days - 70 of them spent in caretaker status after the prime minister's own resignation. The cabinet of Rosen Zhelyazkov, Bulgaria's 105th government, came to power on January 16, 2025 promising stability after years of political paralysis, only»»»

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has acknowledged a marked improvement in Pakistan's economic outlook, stating that policy efforts under its Extended Fund Facility (EFF) have helped stabilize the economy, contain inflation and rebuild confidence, as the country prepares for a fresh round of re»»»

Turkish-German director Ilker Catak's film "Yellow ⁠Letters" – a ​drama about what happens to a ​marriage under extraordinary political pressure – was awarded the Berlin Film Festival's Golden Bear ​top ‌prize on Saturday ⁠night. Catak's film tells the story of a Turkish di»»»

New Delhi: Security agencies have busted a major terror plot following the arrest of eight persons from West Bengal and Tamil Nadu. Investigators said the accused are linked to Bangladesh-based terror groups and were allegedly supported by the ISI. The arrested individuals have been identified as M»»»

KUWAIT, Feb 22 (KUNA) -- 1938 -- Large quantities of oil discovered in the first well in Burgan field, 3,672 feet below the earth's surface. This marked the beginning of oil industry in State of Kuwait. Drilling in Burgan field started on January 16th, 1937. 1972 -- Al-Qabas Newspaper issued its fi»»»

Doha, Qatar: Belgium’s Pieter Devos delivered a standout performance at Al Shaqab’s Longines Outdoor Arena, winning Friday’s CSI5* 1.50m Faults and Time feature on the third day of CHI Al Shaqab Presented by Longines. Aboard Jarina J, Devos produced a flawless round in 59.58 seconds to secure the t»»»

In Israel’s genocidal war on Gaza, homes did more than burn. Some were shattered, others were levelled entirely, leaving no discernible trace of their former existence. Yet the ruin inflicted upon Gaza goes beyond the destruction of bricks and mortar. It swept away small leather satchels and plasti»»»

The arrest of a private driving school director in Bishkek has turned what authorities describe as a road-safety reform initiative into a broader debate over state control, corruption and the limits of public criticism in Kyrgyzstan. »»»

Albanian police fired tear gas and water cannon at protesters in Tirana on February 20 as opposition supporters clashed with security forces during a rally demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama. The protest »»»

As President Donald Trump prepares for his key State of the Union address on Tuesday, the once unstoppable US leader finds himself weighed down by the Supreme Court decision to strike down his signature tariff policy amid souring public opinion over his immigration crackdown and failure to address »»»

France's Océane Michelon and Julia Simon won gold and silver respectively in the women's biathlon 12.5-kilometre mass start race the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics on Saturday. Czech biathlete Tereza Vobornikova had to settle for bronze after being overtaken by the French powerhouse team, »»»

In a stroke of incredible fortune, Filipina expat Mia Catherine Sumbal Alah won Dh100,000 in the UAE Lottery’s Lucky Chance and it was her very first attempt. Mia, who has called the UAE home since 2022, admitted she was never a lottery player until her family nudged her to give it a try. “This is »»»

For decades, overseas Filipino workers have been called “modern-day heroes.” They have kept the Philippine economy afloat through remittances (up 3.3% to $35.634 billion in 2025, from $34.493 billion in 2024), sacrifice, and sheer grit. But when the contracts end and the "Balikbayan" boxes stop arr»»»

When Donald Trump gives his State of the Union address on Tuesday evening, he is expected to tout his policies from his first year back in the White House. But one thing likely won't get a mention: Project 2025. Just months before he won the 2024 presidential election, Trump publicly distanced hims»»»

QNA Doha The Ministry of Endowments (Awqaf) and Islamic Affairs has affirmed that the “Iftar for Those Fasting” project for this Ramadan is undergoing an incredible shift in terms of institutional expansion with the growing number of iftar tents, approving the comprehensive digital administration o»»»

DOHA: President of the Asian Olympic Council and President of the Qatar Olympic Committee HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani crowned Spanish player Carlos Alcaraz as the champion of the 2026 Qatar ExxonMobil Open men’s tennis tournament in its 34th edition, which was held at the Khalifa Internation»»»

London: James Milner set a new record of 654 Premier League appearances when the 40-year-old started for Brighton in their 2-0 win at Brentford on Saturday. Milner moves ahead of former Aston Villa and Manchester City midfielder Gareth Barry. After breaking into the Leeds team and becoming the youn»»»

The invasion began in the north. Reports came first from Norway House: aircraft approaching in tight formation, flying low over frozen lakes and pine forest, their engines carrying through the winter air. Soon after, word arrived that the Canadian city of Selkirk had fallen. The German war machine,»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Football Association (QFA) announced that Qatari referee Mishari Al Shammari has been selected as part of the refereeing team approved to officiate matches of the 2026 AFC Women's Asian Cup to be hosted by Australia from March 1 to 21. Al Shammari is to participate in the con»»»

In the Dh30 million UAE Lottery’s Lucky Day draw, three residents have each won Dh100,000 under the guaranteed Lucky Chance ID cash prize category. Also Read: Resident wins Dh5m in Dh30m UAE Lottery – Is your ID the lucky one?During Draw No. 260221 on Saturday, the winning numbers from the Days sec»»»

Berlin: Bundesliga club Werder Bremen have cancelled plans for a US tour, including a match in protest-hit Minneapolis, due in part to "political reasons", a spokesperson told AFP on Saturday. Bremen were in the process of planning a summer tour which was set to take place in May, with friendlies i»»»

Poland’s GDP per capita could reach UK levels by 2031–2032 and soon after catch up with Germany, reflecting strong domestic growth and Britain’s stagnation. Prime Minister Donald Tusk said Finance Minister Andrzej Domański promised this convergence within 5–6 years. However, commentators from the “»»»

South Korea's first 3,600-ton-class naval submarine is unveiled during a ceremony held at the Hanwha Ocean dockyard, in Geoje, South Korea, 22 October 2025. This submarine is the first of three planned Changbogo-III Batch-II class submersibles being built under the military's KSS-III program for ad»»»

Dubai: A man who paid nearly Dh93,000 in the hope of securing residency abroad has won a legal battle after a court ordered an immigration services company to return the full amount and pay additional compensation, following a failure to deliver the promised services. The Dubai Court of First Insta»»»

Share: Trump’s supporters could support military action against Iran if it is decisive and limited , but prefer focus on the economy, inflation and jobs ahead of midterm election WASHINGTON- President Donald Trump has pushed the United States to the brink of war with Iran even as aides urge him to »»»

The World Health Organization (WHO) today announced last Wednesday (18 February) that Libya has eliminated trachoma as a public health problem, which it considered a landmark victory for public health in WHO’s Eastern Mediterranean Region. This hard-won achievement protects future generations from »»»

Doha, Qatar: World no. 1 Carlos Alcaraz needed six match points before finally toppling defending champion Andrey Rublev 7-6 (7/3), 6-4 on Friday to reach the final of the Qatar Open. Playing his first tournament since completing his career Grand Slam at the Australian Open earlier in February, Alc»»»

Dubai: Serbia has urged its citizens in Iran to leave the country “as soon as possible”, citing a deteriorating security situation as tensions escalate between Tehran and Washington over Iran’s nuclear programme. In a statement published overnight, Serbia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs advised again»»»

An ‌out-of-control bushfire in Australia's Victoria state prompted an evacuation alert for residents near a remote mining settlement, authorities said on Saturday. The alert, at the highest emergency rating, was for the area surrounding the A1 Mine Settlement in the Gaffney's Creek region, about 50»»»

Political forces in Lebanon have kicked off their preparations for the upcoming parliamentary elections in May despite doubts that they may not be held. No more than ten candidates have so far submitted their nominations as the political powers work on postponing the elections while still preparing»»»

KUWAIT, Feb 21 (KUNA) -- 1972 -- Zaid Al-Harb, a renowned poet who was among the first to demand gender equality, passed away at 85. 1977 -- A ground satellite station in Umm Al-Aish began transmission. The station could transmit 246 stations. 1987 -- Kuwait Amir Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah patr»»»

Paris, France: Paris Saint-Germain have decided against appealing a French labour court ruling that forced them to pay their former forward Kylian Mbappe up to 61 million euros ($71.8 million) in unpaid wages and bonuses, the club told AFP on Friday. PSG, who had been ordered in December to pay the»»»

With Israeli settler violence surging in the occupied West Bank, al-Mughayyir, north-east of Ramallah, has found itself on the frontline. It faces regular incursions by the Israeli army and has seen farmland seized by settlers who have built new outposts. Marzoq Abu Naim from the village council sa»»»

NEW DELHI, Feb 20 (KUNA) -- India on Friday joined the Pax Silica Initiative and signed a joint statement on India-US AI opportunity partnership.A statement from the Indian Ministry of External Affairs said that on the margins of the India AI Impact Summit underway in New Delhi, India joined the Pa»»»