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Al Ain court orders clinic to pay doctor Dh236,000 in unpaid commissions

The Al Ain Court for Civil, Commercial and Administrative Claims has ordered a medical clinic to pay a doctor Dh236,282, representing his share of net income for a four-month period, ruling that commissions were due in line with the established practice between the two parties. The court heard that»»»

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Sputnik 8m

Russian Chief of Staff Inspects Sever Battlegroup

Valery Gerasimov, the Chief of the General Staff, has inspected the Sever battlegroup, according to the Russian Defense Ministry. Valery Gerasimov pointed out the Sever battlegroup's successes in establishing a security zone in the Sumy and Kharkov regions. According to Gerasimov, Russia’s Presiden»»»

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France24 12m

Kremlin claim that Ukraine attacked Putin's home unfounded, Elysée source says

Moscow's claims that Ukraine launched a drone attack on one of Russian President Vladimir Putin's residences are "not backed by any solid proof", a French Presidential source said on Tuesday. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky added that Ukraine's allies could use technology to verify that Mosc»»»

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France24 13m

Eurostar resumes service through Channel Tunnel after suspending all trains

The Channel Tunnel operator said traffic should return to normal overnight on Tuesday after Eurostar was forced to suspend trains between London, Paris, Amsterdam and Brussels due to a power supply issue. Some journeys were able to resume in the late afternoon, but many passengers were left strande»»»

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France24 13m

Russia offers no proof that Ukraine targeted Putin residence in drone attack

The Kremlin said on Tuesday that it could not prove its claim that Ukrainian drones targeted one of President Vladimir Putin's residences because the drones were all "shot down". Moscow accused Ukraine of launching 91 long-range drones at Putin's home in the Novgorod region in what it called a»»»

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France24 14m

Business - China issues new proposals to regulate AI chatbots around mental health and suicide

China's cyberspace administration has issued new draft rules aiming to regulate how AI chatbots can affect users' emotional wellbeing. The proposed measures come amid a surge in new AI chatbots in the country and concerns over how they can affect minors' mental health. Also in this edition: Austral»»»

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France24 14m

Business - Iran's central bank chief resigns amid protests, currency turmoil

Iran's state TV says the country's central bank chief Mohammad Reza Farzin has stepped down, as the country faces growing protests over the high cost of living. The move comes after the Iranian rial plummeted to a record low against the dollar on Sunday. The central bank has been accused of printin»»»

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Gulf News 17m

Philippines: Kill ₱1,000 and ₱500 bills to stamp out corruption? Lessons from India's demonetisation

Manila: Picture this: crooked officials stuffing suitcases with crisp ₱1,000 bills from the flood scam — poof, gone like rain in a drought. Should the Philippines demonetise ₱1,000 and ₱500 bills to flush out corruption amid the widespread tongpats (kickbacks) and ghost flood control projects? The »»»

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24 News Agency 24m

EAEU extends registration of medical devices under national rules - | 24.KG

The countries of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) have signed a protocol amending the agreement on unified principles and rules for the circulation of medical devices (medical products and medical equipment) within the Union, the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) reported. The document extends t»»»

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Swimmer Denis Petrashov named Athlete of the Year in Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG

Swimmer Denis Petrashov has been named Athlete of the Year for 2025. The State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports of Kyrgyzstan reported. According to the agency, the results of the year were summarized and the country’s best athletes were named. Denis Petrashov won the Best Athlete of the Year»»»

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Gulf News 28m

Heading out this morning? Expect slow traffic on key Dubai roads

Dubai: Commuters across the emirates experienced slow-moving traffic on Wednesday morning as a series of crash reports and congestion affected several major arterial routes. The morning rush hour was hampered by incidents on Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road near Muhaisnah Fourth and along Al Khaleej »»»

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BNE 31m

Hanoi cracks down on gold and FX trading

Vietnam is tightening oversight of gold and foreign currency trading, unveiling a new decree that sets out tougher penalties across the monetary and banking sector as regulators seek to curb speculative activity and improve compliance, Viet Nam News (VNN) reports. »»»

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BNE 31m

South Korea’s inflation cools to five-year low

South Korea’s inflation rate eased to its lowest level in five years in 2025, signalling a return to greater price stability after the sharp post-pandemic surge that weighed heavily on households and policymakers, the nation’s Yonhap News Agency reports. »»»

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BNE 31m

South Korea’s Lee to visit China for talks with Xi

South Korea’s President Lee Jae Myung will travel to China early next week for summit talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, in a visit that underscores Seoul’s effort to stabilise relations with its largest trading partner amid wider regional tensions. »»»

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BNE 31m

Kazakhstan set to climb gallium production ranking after ERG, Mitsubishi deal

Kazakhstan is set to become the number two producer of critical mineral gallium globally, according to a deal announcement from Eurasian Resources Group (ERG). ERG said it inked a long-term deal to supply gallium to Mitsub»»»

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BNE 31m

Japan’s Nikkei powers past 50,000 to cap historic year

Japan’s benchmark Nikkei 225 has ended 2025 at its highest year-end level on record, closing above the 50,000 mark after a year marked by sharp volatility, strong corporate earnings and a powerful rally in technology shares. »»»

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BNE 31m

Japan's SoftBank bets $4bn on data centre backbone for AI push

SoftBank Group has agreed to buy the US-based data centre investor DigitalBridge in a deal valued at about $4bn, underlining Masayoshi Son’s determination to deepen the Japanese group’s exposure to the infrastructure underpinning artificial intelligence. »»»

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BNE 31m

South Korea’s Lee to visit China for talks with Xi

South Korea’s President Lee Jae Myung will travel to China early next week for summit talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, in a visit that underscores Seoul’s effort to stabilise relations with its largest trading partner amid wider regional tensions. »»»

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BNE 31m

Saudi Arabia's ACWA Power acquires wind energy projects in China totalling 1,250 MW

Saudi Arabia's ACWA Power received notification from ACWA Power China regarding entry into purchase agreements to acquire several wind energy projects in China, the company stated on Tadawul on December 30. The projects in»»»

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BNE 31m

South Korea’s Lee to visit China for talks with Xi

South Korea’s President Lee Jae Myung will travel to China early next week for summit talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, in a visit that underscores Seoul’s effort to stabilise relations with its largest trading partner amid wider regional tensions. »»»

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BNE 31m

Saudi Arabia's ACWA Power acquires wind energy projects in China totalling 1,250 MW

Saudi Arabia's ACWA Power received notification from ACWA Power China regarding entry into purchase agreements to acquire several wind energy projects in China, the company stated on Tadawul on December 30. The projects in»»»

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BNE 31m

Kazakhstan set to climb gallium production ranking after ERG, Mitsubishi deal

Kazakhstan is set to become the number two producer of critical mineral gallium globally, according to a deal announcement from Eurasian Resources Group (ERG). ERG said it inked a long-term deal to supply gallium to Mitsub»»»

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BNE 31m

Saudi Arabia demands UAE withdraw troops from Yemen within 24 hours over border security threat

Saudi Arabia expressed regret over United Arab Emirates pressure on Southern Transitional Council forces to conduct military operations near the kingdom's southern border in Yemen's Hadhramaut and Mahra provinces, describing the actions as a threat to national security, the Foreign Ministry stated »»»

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BNE 31m

Iranian government acknowledges protests, vows to fix economy, currency crisis

Iran’s government spokeswoman said she recognised nationwide protests over living costs, in a bid to cool tensions which have been running high in recent hours due to the collapse in the country's currency and rampant inflation.  »»»

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BNE 31m

Saudi Arabia demands UAE withdraw troops from Yemen within 24 hours over border security threat

Saudi Arabia expressed regret over United Arab Emirates pressure on Southern Transitional Council forces to conduct military operations near the kingdom's southern border in Yemen's Hadhramaut and Mahra provinces, describing the actions as a threat to national security, the Foreign Ministry stated »»»

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BNE 31m

Saudi Arabia demands UAE withdraw troops from Yemen within 24 hours over border security threat

Saudi Arabia expressed regret over United Arab Emirates pressure on Southern Transitional Council forces to conduct military operations near the kingdom's southern border in Yemen's Hadhramaut and Mahra provinces, describing the actions as a threat to national security, the Foreign Ministry stated »»»

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BNE 31m

Pentagon awards Boeing $8.6bn contract to supply Israel with F-15IA fighter jets

The Pentagon awarded Boeing an $8.6bn contract to supply Israel with advanced F-15 fighter jets, marking a major boost to the Israeli Air Force's capabilities, the US Department of War announced on December 29. The deal co»»»

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BNE 31m

Saudi Arabia's ACWA Power acquires wind energy projects in China totalling 1,250 MW

Saudi Arabia's ACWA Power received notification from ACWA Power China regarding entry into purchase agreements to acquire several wind energy projects in China, the company stated on Tadawul on December 30. The projects in»»»

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BNE 31m

Pentagon awards Boeing $8.6bn contract to supply Israel with F-15IA fighter jets

The Pentagon awarded Boeing an $8.6bn contract to supply Israel with advanced F-15 fighter jets, marking a major boost to the Israeli Air Force's capabilities, the US Department of War announced on December 29. The deal co»»»

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BNE 31m

Turkey detains 110 ISIS suspects in Istanbul following deadly police shootout

Turkish authorities detained 110 people suspected of Islamic State membership in Istanbul during operations across 114 addresses in three municipalities beginning at 1.00am on December 30, state-owned TRT Haber reported. »»»

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BNE 31m

Kazakhstan set to climb gallium production ranking after ERG, Mitsubishi deal

Kazakhstan is set to become the number two producer of critical mineral gallium globally, according to a deal announcement from Eurasian Resources Group (ERG). ERG said it inked a long-term deal to supply gallium to Mitsub»»»

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BNE 31m

Munich prosecutors close another investigation into Russian billionaire Usmanov

The Munich II Public Prosecutor's Office has announced the termination of an investigation against sanctioned Uzbek-Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov over suspected violations of Germany's foreign trade law related to EU sanctions imposed on him in 2022. The closure marks another legal victory fo»»»

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BNE 31m

Russia extends mechanism for Belarusian Eurobond coupon payments through 2026

Russia's Central Bank (CBR) extended the mechanism enabling receipt of coupon income on Belarusian Eurobonds and bond redemption presentations, the regulator stated on December 30. Russia and Belarus maintain close economi»»»

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BNE 31m

KYIV BLOG: Did Ukraine attack Putin’s residence?

Following the failure to make a breakthrough in the Mar-a-Lago peace talks Russia accused Ukraine of firing 91 drones at president Vladimir Putin’s official residence and vowed a retaliation and to toughen its conditions for a ceasefire. »»»

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BNE 35m

Russia extends mechanism for Belarusian Eurobond coupon payments through 2026

Russia's Central Bank (CBR) extended the mechanism enabling receipt of coupon income on Belarusian Eurobonds and bond redemption presentations, the regulator stated on December 30. Russia and Belarus maintain close economi»»»

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BNE 35m

VIDEO: Russia conducts first test flight of Mi-34M1 helicopter with domestic VK-650V engine

Russia's Ministry of Industry and Trade published footage of the first test flight of the Mi-34M1 helicopter equipped with a domestic VK-650V engine, the ministry stated on its Telegram channel on December 30. The Mi-34M1 »»»

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BNE 35m

Munich prosecutors close another investigation into Russian billionaire Usmanov

The Munich II Public Prosecutor's Office has announced the termination of an investigation against sanctioned Uzbek-Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov over suspected violations of Germany's foreign trade law related to EU sanctions imposed on him in 2022. The closure marks another legal victory fo»»»

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BNE 35m

Former Ukrainian commander-in-chief Zaluzhnyi to quit his job as London ambassador and return to Kyiv in time for possible presidential elections

Former Ukrainian commander-in-chief and current London ambassador, Valerii Zaluzhnyi, will reportedly quit his job and return to Kyiv in January in time for possible presidential elections, , NV.ua reports. A peace deal to»»»

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BNE 35m

Kurti pledges swift government formation in Kosovo as Vetëvendosje scores decisive snap election win

Kosovo’s acting prime minister Albin Kurti said a new government would be formed swiftly after the certification of results, following what he described as a historic victory for his Vetëvendosje Movement in December 28’s snap parliamentary elections. »»»

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24 News Agency 36m

Snowstorms in Turkey: Turkish Airlines cancels more than 60 flights - | 24.KG

Turkish Airlines has decided to cancel more than 60 flights today due to heavy snowfall in several cities across the country, company spokesperson Yahya Üstün said. «Sixty-one flights scheduled for December 31 have been canceled due to deteriorating weather conditions in eastern and central Turkey,»»»

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Kyrgyzstan leads EAEU in industrial production growth - | 24.KG

Kyrgyzstan has once again taken the lead in the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) in terms of industrial production growth, the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) reported. Data show that in January—October of the current year, industrial output across EAEU member states increased by 1.3 percent compa»»»

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Sputnik 44m

Xi, Putin Exchange New Year: Russia, China Support Each Other

Chinese President Xi Jinping has congratulated Russian President Vladimir Putin on New Year, saying that he is ready to maintain contact with the leader of Russia and to guide bilateral relations to achieve new results. Xi and Putin exchanged New Year's greetings on December 31. "I am ready to main»»»

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24 News Agency 48m

Medical care and transportation for Kyrgyz pilgrims discussed in Mecca - | 24.KG

As part of a working visit to Mecca, a delegation from the Spiritual Directorate of the Muslims of Kyrgyzstan, led by Deputy Mufti Zholdoshbek azhy Abdyldaev, held a series of meetings on Hajj arrangements. The delegation first met with representatives of the Saudi German Hospital — Makkah. The par»»»

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24 News Agency 48m

Justice Minister’s powers as Deputy Chairman of Cabinet extended - | 24.KG

The powers of Kyrgyzstan’s Minister of Justice Ayaz Baetov as Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers have been extended. The corresponding decree was signed by the President. According to the document, state bodies are instructed to continue developing and implementing measures aimed at improv»»»

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Sputnik 56m

Rubio Discusses Situation in Yemen With UAE Foreign Minister - Department of State

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has discussed the recent developments in Yemen with UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, deputy spokesperson for the US Department of State Tommy Pigott said. "Secretary Rubio spoke with UAE Deputy Prime Minister and F»»»

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24 News Agency 60m

Para-athletes from Kyrgyzstan to compete at Asian Road Cycling Championships - | 24.KG

The national team of Kyrgyzstan will compete at the 45th Asian Road Cycling Championships in Saudi Arabia, which will be held on February 4-13, 2026. The federation announced. According to it, the country will be represented by its largest delegation ever — 16 athletes in various age and sport cate»»»

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Gulf News 1h

50 days to go: Countdown begins for Ramadan 2026

Dubai: The countdown has officially begun across the Arab and Islamic world to welcome the holy month of Ramadan 2026, with around 50 days remaining until its anticipated start. According to specialised astronomical calculations, Wednesday, 18 February 2026, is expected to mark the first day of Ram»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Should the Philippines kill ₱1,000 and ₱500 bills to stamp out corruption? How would it work?

Manila: Picture this: crooked officials stuffing suitcases with crisp ₱1,000 bills from the flood scam — poof, gone like rain in a drought. Should the Philippines demonetise ₱1,000 and ₱500 bills to flush out corruption amid the widespread tongpats (kickbacks) and ghost flood control projects? The »»»

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24 News Agency 1h

New Deputy Minister for Digital Development introduced to Health Ministry staff - | 24.KG

Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan Edil Baisalov introduced the Deputy Minister for Digital Development to the Ministry of Health’s staff. The Ministry of Health’s press service reported. According to the press service, Temirbek Erkinov has been appointed Deputy Minister for »»»

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