Kyrgyzstan introduces new methods for diagnosing tuberculosis in children - | 24.KG
Kyrgyzstan is introducing new methods for diagnosing tuberculosis (TB) in children, using urine and stool samples. Deputy Minister of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic Gulbara Ishenapysova announced at a press conference. According to her, the introduction of new technologies and methodologies is parti»»»
Kyrgyzstan prepares for water shortages and strengthens irrigation monitoring - | 24.KG
Kyrgyzstan is experiencing a decline in water resources, prompting measures to ensure their rational use. The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan reported. According to Turatbek Idrisov, Head of the Department of Crop Production, Horticulture, and Coopera»»»
Airstrikes Target HQ and Leader of Iran-Backed PMF in Iraq
Apparent US-Israeli airstrikes hit a headquarters of Iraq's Iran-backed Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) and a residence belonging to its leader on Tuesday, an escalation of US-Israeli strikes on one of Tehran's main regional allies. PMF leader Falih al-Fayadh was not present when his residence wa»»»
Airstrikes target HQ and leader of Iran-backed Shi’ite militia umbrella group in Iraq – Ya Libnan
Share: Photo Mourners carry the coffin of Saad al-Baiji, the Popular Mobilisation Forces’ Anbar operations commander, who was killed in airstrikes that targeted a PMF site in Iraq’s western Anbar province, during his funeral, in Baghdad, Iraq, March 24, 2026. REUTERS/Ahmed Saad Apparent U.S.-Israel»»»
Iran hits Israel with missiles after denying Trump talks
Iran fired a fresh broadside of missiles at Israel Tuesday, causing damage and injuries in Tel Aviv, as uncertainty swirled over possible talks to end the three-week Middle East war. AFP images showed rubble-strewn streets and the side of a building in Israel's commercial hub in ruins, as first res»»»
Iran's parliament speaker Qalibaf floated as possible US contact in talks
Long before he became Iran's parliament speaker, Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf went on a charm offensive for almost two decades, portraying himself as a hard-liner the West could do business with in the Islamic Republic. "I would like the West to change its attitude to Iran and trust Iran, and rest assur»»»
Is Iran's parliament speaker Qalibaf the ‘mystery man’ in US talks?
Dubai: As Israeli and US strikes continue to erode Iran’s political and military leadership, one figure is increasingly moving to the centre of power in Tehran: parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf — a veteran insider now seen as a crucial link across the Islamic Republic’s fractured system. »»»
Japan’s Takaichi rules out Hormuz deployment, cites Constitution - UPI.com
President Donald Trump (R) sits with Prime Minster Sanae Takaichi of Japan during a dinner in the State Dining Room of the White House in Washington, DC, on Thursday, March 19, 2026. Earlier in the day, the President and Takeuchi exchanged views on Iran, energy, and issues in the Indo-Pacific regio»»»
Coral Beach Sharjah joins global climate action initiative
Sharjah: Coral Beach Resort Sharjah has been officially recognised as a signatory of the Glasgow Declaration Initiative on Climate Action in Tourism, becoming the first hotel in the UAE to earn this distinction. The recognition underscores the resort’s commitment to sustainable tourism and measurab»»»
Osh State University launches production of artichoke-based dietary supplements - | 24.KG
Osh State University has developed a startup project to grow artichokes and produce dietary supplements from them. The initiative won the national competition Student Startup 2025 and received a grant of nearly 800,000 soms. According to the university’s press service, the project is being carried »»»
Iran’s Parliament Speaker Is Floated as a Possible US Contact in Talks as War Rages
Long before he became Iran's parliament speaker, Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf went on a charm offensive for almost two decades, portraying himself as a hard-liner the West could do business with in the country. "I would like the West to change its attitude to Iran and trust Iran, and rest assured that t»»»
Trump floats 15-point Iran war ceasefire plan
US President Donald Trump claimed on March 23 that secret “strong talks” with Tehran are already underway via intermediators, as the US seeks an off-ramp to end the war and floats a 15-point plan. “We have had very, very s»»»
Trump floats 15-point Iran war ceasefire plan
US President Donald Trump claimed on March 23 that secret “strong talks” with Tehran are already underway via intermediators, as the US seeks an off-ramp to end the war and floats a 15-point plan. “We have had very, very s»»»
Trump floats 15-point Iran war ceasefire plan
US President Donald Trump claimed on March 23 that secret “strong talks” with Tehran are already underway via intermediators, as the US seeks an off-ramp to end the war and floats a 15-point plan. “We have had very, very s»»»
Trump floats 15-point Iran war ceasefire plan
US President Donald Trump claimed on March 23 that secret “strong talks” with Tehran are already underway via intermediators, as the US seeks an off-ramp to end the war and floats a 15-point plan. “We have had very, very s»»»
Trump floats 15-point Iran war ceasefire plan
US President Donald Trump claimed on March 23 that secret “strong talks” with Tehran are already underway via intermediators, as the US seeks an off-ramp to end the war and floats a 15-point plan. “We have had very, very s»»»
Trump floats 15-point Iran war ceasefire plan
US President Donald Trump claimed on March 23 that secret “strong talks” with Tehran are already underway via intermediators, as the US seeks an off-ramp to end the war and floats a 15-point plan. “We have had very, very s»»»
Trump floats 15-point Iran war ceasefire plan
US President Donald Trump claimed on March 23 that secret “strong talks” with Tehran are already underway via intermediators, as the US seeks an off-ramp to end the war and floats a 15-point plan. “We have had very, very s»»»
Trump floats 15-point Iran war ceasefire plan
US President Donald Trump claimed on March 23 that secret “strong talks” with Tehran are already underway via intermediators, as the US seeks an off-ramp to end the war and floats a 15-point plan. “We have had very, very s»»»
Trump floats 15-point Iran war ceasefire plan
US President Donald Trump claimed on March 23 that secret “strong talks” with Tehran are already underway via intermediators, as the US seeks an off-ramp to end the war and floats a 15-point plan. “We have had very, very s»»»
Trump floats 15-point Iran war ceasefire plan
US President Donald Trump claimed on March 23 that secret “strong talks” with Tehran are already underway via intermediators, as the US seeks an off-ramp to end the war and floats a 15-point plan. “We have had very, very s»»»
Trump floats 15-point Iran war ceasefire plan
US President Donald Trump claimed on March 23 that secret “strong talks” with Tehran are already underway via intermediators, as the US seeks an off-ramp to end the war and floats a 15-point plan. “We have had very, very s»»»
Trump floats 15-point Iran war ceasefire plan
US President Donald Trump claimed on March 23 that secret “strong talks” with Tehran are already underway via intermediators, as the US seeks an off-ramp to end the war and floats a 15-point plan. “We have had very, very s»»»
Slovenia becomes first European country to cap fuel sales
The government of Slovenia has introduced new restrictions on fuel purchases and temporarily cut environmental taxes, as it steps up efforts to address ongoing disruptions in petroleum supply. Prime Minister Robert Golob s»»»
Media Review: March 24
HEADLINES Tuesday’s print media focus on rising prices, cross-border shopping, and pressures on households and infrastructure. 24 Chasa leads with a report that Bulgarians are increasingly travelling to Serres, Greece, where food prices are said to be around 30% lower, reflecting growing sensitivit»»»
Deputy Prime Minister meets French Minister of the Armed Forces
Doha, Qatar: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defense Affairs HE Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan Al-Thani met Tuesday with French Minister of the Armed Forces and Veterans Affairs HE Catherine Vautrin, during her visit to the country. During the meeting, they discussed the la»»»
Saudi Arabia Says World Economic Forum Postpones Jeddah Meeting
Saudi Arabia's state news agency (SPA) said on Tuesday that the World Economic Forum had postponed its Global Collaboration and Growth Meeting, originally set for April 22–23 in Jeddah, following consultations with the Saudi Ministry of Economy and Planning, citing current regional development»»»
From threats to talks: Trump’s Iran shift raises doubts
Dubai: Just days after declaring that a ceasefire made no sense while the United States was “obliterating” its adversary, President Donald Trump is now talking up the prospect of a deal with Iran — a dramatic shift that is raising hopes of de-escalation even as doubts swirl over how real the diplom»»»
IMF: Conflict Casts Shadow on Morocco's Economic Growth
The International Monetary Fund has warned that in the near term, growth in Morocco would be impacted by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The Executive Board of the IMF concluded last week the 2026 Article IV consultation with Morocco and completed the Mid-Term Review under the Flexible Cre»»»
Why is Dubai’s DAE securing $2.8bn in fresh funding now?
Dubai: Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) Ltd has signed agreements for new long-term, unsecured revolving credit facilities worth $2.8 billion, increasing its total revolving credit capacity to approximately $4 billion. The new facilities replace an existing $1.4 billion facility and have a maturity»»»
US energy chief calls oil market disruptions 'temporary'
HOUSTON — US Energy Secretary Chris Wright said Monday that oil market disruptions are "temporary," as costs surge on the back of war in the Middle East, squeezing consumers.Asked how markets have been reacting to supply disruptions, Wright said "markets do what markets do," adding that prices have»»»
Justice Minister to Appeal Supreme Judicial Council Prosecutors Chamber Refusal to Appoint New Acting Prosecutor General
Caretaker Deputy Prime Minister and Justice Minister Andrey Yankulov, ahead of a meeting of the Judges Chamber of the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) on Tuesday, told the media that "today we must finalize and file an appeal before the Supreme Administrative Court against the refusal of the Prosecut»»»
Dubai strengthens audit capabilities with new programme
Dubai: Dubai’s Financial Audit Authority has launched the fourth edition of its government auditor diploma programme, deepening efforts to strengthen oversight standards and build a pipeline of skilled national talent across public sector entities. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques»»»
Taiwan to Skip WTO Conference after Labeled 'Province of China'
Taiwan said on Tuesday it will skip a high-level World Trade Organization meeting for the first time following a dispute with host nation Cameroon over the name used for the democratic island in visa documents. The Taiwanese foreign ministry said it had lodged a "stern protest" after Cameroon desig»»»
Tunisia must overcome economic and social challenges despite heavy legacy (Head of State)
Tunis, March 24, 2026 (TAP) — President Kais Saied chaired a high-level meeting on Monday afternoon at Carthage Palace, bringing together Prime Minister Sarra Zaafrani Zenzri, Minister of Finance Michket Slama Khaldi, Minister of Economy and...»»»
Pakistan Ranked Most Polluted Country in 2025, Data Shows
Pakistan was ranked the world's smoggiest country in 2025, with concentrations of hazardous small particles known as PM2.5 up to 13 times higher than the recommended World Health Organization level, research showed on Tuesday. Swiss air quality monitoring firm IQAir said in its annual report that »»»
Rupee under pressure as oil, outflows among 5 key reasons
Dubai: India’s rupee has slipped to fresh lows recently, breaching the 94 mark against the US dollar and marking its weakest level in four years. The move reflects a convergence of global and domestic pressures that are weighing on the currency at a time of heightened geopolitical uncertainty. Sign»»»
Philippines: Grounding planes due to jet fuel shortages from Mideast war a 'distinct possibility'
Manila: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. warned that grounding planes due to jet fuel shortages from the US-Israel war on Iran is a "distinct possibility." Several countries have refused to refuel Philippine airlines, forcing carriers to load extra fuel for round trips, severely impacting long-haul f»»»
Crude market volatility reflects Trump administration’s unpredictable war moves, says analyst
In response to soaring global petroleum prices, the US has temporarily lifted sanctions to permit the sale and delivery of Iranian oil, allowing for up to 140 million barrels of crude to enter global markets over the coming weeks. »»»
China Positions Itself as a Stable Economic Force Amid Global Uncertainty at Beijing Forum
Global corporate executives attending China's flagship annual business conference this week were reassured by leaders of the world's second-largest economy that it remains a predictable anchor at a time of geopolitical flux and global uncertainty. The tone at this year's China Development Forum (CD»»»
Back to Black: Facing Energy Shock, Asia Turns to Coal
Asian countries are ramping up use of polluting coal to tackle energy shortages and price spikes linked to the Iran war, but the crisis could have an environmental silver lining. While leaning on the fossil fuel will raise emissions in the near term, the energy crisis is demonstrating the risks of »»»
Iran fires new wave of missiles at Israel after denying Trump talks
Iran launched a new wave of missiles against Israel Tuesday, hours after U.S. President Donald Trump hailed "very good" talks to end the war despite Tehran denying any dialogue had taken place. Trump's surprise disclosure -- which prompted a positive response from jittery markets and pushed oil pri»»»
Ruins of Yugoslavia: How Russia learned that NATO poses a threat
On March 24, 1999, student Elena Milincic was at home with her sister and a friend in Belgrade. Suddenly, the quiet evening was interrupted by an air-raid siren. The girls quickly hid under a table. It wasn’t the safest place, but they had gotten lucky – their part of the city wasn’t attacked. Over»»»
Strategic Branding and Localization in International Gaming Markets
The globalization of digital entertainment has sparked a fierce competition for cultural relevance. For major operators, entering a new territory isn't merely a technical migration; it is a profound exercise in linguistic and psychological adaptation. We see brands attempting to mirror local sensib»»»
Inside the alleged Russian operation to trigger anti-government protests in Angola
Two Russians are due to go on trial in Angola accused of stirring up anti-government protests, conducting a campaign of disinformation, and attempting to interfere in next year's presidential election. Arrested last August, political consultant Igor Ratchin and translator Lev Lakshtanov are facing »»»
UK must back North Sea oil and gas drilling, says trade body
The offshore energy industry has warned that the UK "urgently" needs to produce its own oil and gas and called for the government to support North Sea exploration. Offshore Energies UK (OEUK) said without more domestic production, the country risks becoming reliant on imports "at a time of rising g»»»
Team Qatar clinches 992 AM class win at Mugello
Doha: Team Qatar delivered an outstanding performance at the opening round of the 2026 European Le Mans Series, securing a remarkable victory in the 992 AM category at the prestigious race held at Mugello Circuit in Tuscany, Italy. The Qatari trio of Abdulla Alkhelaifi, Ahmad Alemadi, and Faesal Al»»»
Why Some Midlands Factories Still Rely on Clipboards During Peak Season
Each December, several factories across the Midlands manage their busiest weeks with clipboards in hand. Workers record order counts on paper, supervisors calculate stock levels manually, and dispatch teams cross-check handwritten notes against delivery schedules. This is not nostalgia. It reflects»»»
Oil prices split: Brent, WTI regain climb as market unconvinced about Trump's bombing 'pause' — Murban crude drops in market twist
Oil markets are currently being driven by two competing forces: escalating geopolitical risk pushing global benchmarks higher, and regional supply dynamics pulling some crude grades in the opposite direction. The rebound in Brent crude and West Texas Intermediate (WTI) reflects a renewed war premiu»»»