Doha, Qatar: Minister of Education and Higher Education H E Lolwah bint Rashid bin Mohammed Al Khater highlighted record achievements for Qatar Education Excellence Award and presented an extensive overview of ongoing reforms shaping Qatar’s education system. Addressing the 19th Qatar Education Exc»»»

The volume of industrial production exceeded the one year earlier level by 1.8%, while based on working-day adjusted data declined by 1.0% in December 2025. A production increase occurred in the majority of the manufacturing subsections. According to seasonally and working-day adjusted data industr»»»

Construction output volume, based on raw data surpassed the one year earlier level by 8.9%, according to calendar-adjusted data by 6.5% in December 2025. Among the main construction groups the construction of buildings grew by 8.4%, that of civil engineering by 10.5%. Based on seasonally and workin»»»

The world of K-pop, often celebrated for its ability to bridge disparate cultures through catchy melodies and synchronised choreography, has become the unlikely stage of a fierce digital confrontation. What began as a loc»»»

The world of K-pop, often celebrated for its ability to bridge disparate cultures through catchy melodies and synchronised choreography, has become the unlikely stage of a fierce digital confrontation. What began as a loc»»»

The world of K-pop, often celebrated for its ability to bridge disparate cultures through catchy melodies and synchronised choreography, has become the unlikely stage of a fierce digital confrontation. What began as a loc»»»

The world of K-pop, often celebrated for its ability to bridge disparate cultures through catchy melodies and synchronised choreography, has become the unlikely stage of a fierce digital confrontation. What began as a loc»»»

The world of K-pop, often celebrated for its ability to bridge disparate cultures through catchy melodies and synchronised choreography, has become the unlikely stage of a fierce digital confrontation. What began as a loc»»»

The world of K-pop, often celebrated for its ability to bridge disparate cultures through catchy melodies and synchronised choreography, has become the unlikely stage of a fierce digital confrontation. What began as a loc»»»

The world of K-pop, often celebrated for its ability to bridge disparate cultures through catchy melodies and synchronised choreography, has become the unlikely stage of a fierce digital confrontation. What began as a loc»»»

The world of K-pop, often celebrated for its ability to bridge disparate cultures through catchy melodies and synchronised choreography, has become the unlikely stage of a fierce digital confrontation. What began as a loc»»»

Freedom Bank Kazakhstan has abandoned plans to establish a subsidiary bank in Kyrgyzstan, Forbes Kazakhstan reports. «Freedom Bank is currently not planning to open a subsidiary bank in Kyrgyzstan as part of updating its international strategy. At the same time, the bank continues to view the marke»»»

Sydney: Australian police on Monday appealed for the urgent return of an 85-year-old man kidnapped in what they said was a case of mistaken identity. Police received reports early Friday that octogenarian Chris Baghsarian had been lifted from his home by three intruders in Sydney's North Ryde subur»»»

Erlan Sherov won a gold medal at the Open European Judo Cup. Sports journalist Takhir Gafurov reported on social media. According to him, the tournament was held in Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. «The Kyrgyzstani skipped the first round by chance. In the round of 32, he defeated Belgian Karel »»»

Kyrgyzstani Asel Sharbekova won silver and bronze medals in archery at the 2026 Open Masters Games, which are being held in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports reported. Photo Media Under the guidance of head coach Kylychbek Nurmanbetov, the Kyrgyz archer competed and w»»»

Dubai: Even though Ranbir Kapoor claims he has no personal social media accounts in his own name, he doesn't shy away from interacting with his fans. In a recent live session on his brand’s handle, Ranbir shared his current favourite film. “The last current favourite movie, I guess, was Dhurandhar.»»»

Attorney General Pam Bondi announced that “all” Epstein-related files have been released in accordance with the Epstein Files Transparency Act, Fox News reported. In a letter to congressional leaders obtained by Fox News Digital, the Justice Department said it released all “records, documents, comm»»»

Kyrgyzstan’s financial system demonstrates sustainable development and strengthening thanks to systematic public financial management, the Ministry of Finance’s press service reported. The ministry announced data on changes in consolidated budget resources from 2021 to 2025. According to official s»»»

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed beefing up the EU’s own Article 5-like collective security deal, Article 42/7 of the EU founding treaty, that like the Nato treaty, requires member states to come to each other’s military aid if they are attacked. »»»

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed beefing up the EU’s own Article 5-like collective security deal, Article 42/7 of the EU founding treaty, that like the Nato treaty, requires member states to come to each other’s military aid if they are attacked. »»»

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed beefing up the EU’s own Article 5-like collective security deal, Article 42/7 of the EU founding treaty, that like the Nato treaty, requires member states to come to each other’s military aid if they are attacked. »»»

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed beefing up the EU’s own Article 5-like collective security deal, Article 42/7 of the EU founding treaty, that like the Nato treaty, requires member states to come to each other’s military aid if they are attacked. »»»

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed beefing up the EU’s own Article 5-like collective security deal, Article 42/7 of the EU founding treaty, that like the Nato treaty, requires member states to come to each other’s military aid if they are attacked. »»»

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed beefing up the EU’s own Article 5-like collective security deal, Article 42/7 of the EU founding treaty, that like the Nato treaty, requires member states to come to each other’s military aid if they are attacked. »»»

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed beefing up the EU’s own Article 5-like collective security deal, Article 42/7 of the EU founding treaty, that like the Nato treaty, requires member states to come to each other’s military aid if they are attacked. »»»

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed beefing up the EU’s own Article 5-like collective security deal, Article 42/7 of the EU founding treaty, that like the Nato treaty, requires member states to come to each other’s military aid if they are attacked. »»»

Using drugs that regulate the immune system in the first hours after injury can improve survival rates and speed up treatment for children with burns, researchers at the Tyumen Medical University have found. The university reported that the study revealed the mechanism behind immune system deterior»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Iran will defeat the United States, if Washington launches an attack on the Islamic Republic, Afghan government spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid said on Sunday. "First of all, we do not support wars and conflicts. But ... last time a strike was carried out on Iran, the result was the»»»

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed beefing up the EU’s own Article 5-like collective security deal, Article 42/7 of the EU founding treaty, that like the Nato treaty, requires member states to come to each other’s military aid if they are attacked. »»»

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed beefing up the EU’s own Article 5-like collective security deal, Article 42/7 of the EU founding treaty, that like the Nato treaty, requires member states to come to each other’s military aid if they are attacked. »»»

LONDON — Greenland's natural resources, including potential vast rare earths deposits vital to the AI boom, have attracted attention since US President Donald Trump showed interest in the Danish self-governing territory.Harsh conditions and weak infrastructure make mining a difficult task, however.»»»

AMMAN — Speakers at the Jordanian-Italian Business Forum affirmed that Jordan is consolidating its position as a regional hub for trade and investment, a centre for reconstruction efforts, and a strategic gateway to Arab and African markets.The forum, held on Sunday and organised by the Jordan Cham»»»

AMMAN — Department of Statistics has released its monthly report on the Industrial Producer Price Index (PPI), showing a 0.75 per cent decline in producer prices in 2025 compared with the same period in 2024.On a monthly basis, the general PPI decreased by 1.33 per cent in December 2025 compared wi»»»

AMMAN — Minister of Investment Tareq Abu Ghazaleh on Sunday received the Chairman of the Syrian Investment Authority Talal Hilali, and an accompanying delegation to discuss enhancing bilateral economic ties.During the discussions, Abu Ghazaleh highlighted the deep-rooted broth»»»

During a panel discussion organised by the Jordan Economic Forum (JEF) to discuss the “Amra City” project, and attended by Forum President Mazen Homoud underscored that the city, in its final concept, is neither a new capital nor an administrative hub for relocating ministries or consolidating gove»»»

Former US president Barack Obama on Saturday addressed a racist video posted on President Donald Trump's social media account, telling a podcast that the "decorum" that once guided public officials has been lost. Obama also lamented the "rogue behaviour" of federal agents involved in a deadly immig»»»

Cuba has announced the cancellation of its iconic cigar festival due to a major energy crisis on the island triggered by a US blockade of oil shipments, which has worsened a severe fuel shortage and caused widespread blackouts. The United States cut off oil deliveries from key ally Venezuela after »»»

The world’s biggest street party has taken over the heart of Rio de Janeiro, as millions of people flood the city ahead of its iconic carnival celebrations. Rio City Hall expects around six million revelers to join the festivities, with Caitlin Brown giving us a sneak peek.»»»

The United States intercepted a new oil tanker in the Indian Ocean that had fled the blockade ordered by US President Donald Trump against sanctioned ships leaving or heading to Venezuela, the Pentagon announced on Sunday. US forces boarded an oil tanker in the Indian Ocean that violated US Preside»»»

After a hiatus of nearly two years, local radio stations in Gaza are returning to the airwaves, with broadcasters saying they aim to provide Palestinians with vital and emergency information as the humanitarian crisis persists, even as they continue to face major challenges including intermittent I»»»

At least 12 Palestinians were killed by Israel air strikes on the Gaza Strip Sunday, Palestinian officials said, while the Israeli military said the attacks targeted Hamas for violating the October ceasefire. The civil defence agency said one air strike hit a tent of displaced people in northe»»»

Gaza’s civil defence says Israeli airstrikes killed at least 11 people on Sunday, including strikes on a tent camp for displaced families in the north and another in Khan Younis in the south. Israel and Hamas have repeatedly accused each other of violating a US-brokered ceasefire reached in October»»»

In the Middle East, new Israeli strikes have hit the Gaza Strip, leaving at least 12 people dead according to the Palestinian Civil Defense, in what is described as a violation of the ceasefire, with Israel and Hamas blaming each other, while at least 601 Palestinians have been killed since the sta»»»

In the Middle East, new Israeli strikes have hit the Gaza Strip, leaving at least 12 people dead according to the Palestinian Civil Defense, in what is described as a violation of the ceasefire, with Israel and Hamas blaming each other, while at least 601 Palestinians have been killed since the sta»»»

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi left for Geneva on Sunday, where talks between Iran and the United States are set to continue, his ministry said in a statement. According to the Foreign Ministry, these “indirect” talks will be held on Tuesday under the mediation of Oman, where a first sessi»»»

A fast payment system will soon be launched in Kyrgyzstan. Medet Tairov, Deputy Chairman of the National Bank, announced at a business breakfast of the Russian-Kyrgyz Development Fund. According to him, work is underway to improve the accessibility, speed, and security of financial services. «The f»»»

Preferential rates for rail transportation of coal for Bishkek’s heating and power plant (HPP) have been established. Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan Adylbek Kasymaliev signed amendments to Resolution No. 282 of May 28, 2025 «On the preparation of economic sectors for the 2025/20»»»

As the 39th summit of the African Union opened in the Ethiopian capital of Addis Ababa, the chair of the African Union Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, used his opening address to denounce what he described as the “extermination” of the Palestinian people, while António Guterres spoke to African l»»»

Sudan’s civil war has emerged as the most pressing issue at the African Union summit. After nearly three years of fighting, tens of thousands of people have been killed and more than 11 million forced from their homes, prompting the United Nations to describe the situation as the world’s worst huma»»»

French President Emmanuel Macron on Saturday urged calm and restraint after a far-right aligned 23-year-old man identified only as Quentin was fatally beaten on the sidelines of a conference by a hard-left lawmaker in the southeastern city of Lyon. The incident has intensified t»»»