Kazakh figure skater Mikhail Shaidorov delivered a stunning victory in the men’s singles event at the 2026 Winter Olympics, marking Kazakhstan’s first-ever Olympic gold medal in figure skating. Competing at the Games held in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, the 21-year-old athlete emerged as an unexpec»»»

KUWAIT, Feb 14 (KUNA) -- 1961 -- Kuwait Amir Sheikh Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah signed a decree that regulated the documentation of official minutes. 1987 -- Abdulwahhab Al-Othman a famous skipper, known locally as Nokhetha, passed away at 82. He was named leader of skippers, or sheikh Al-Nowakhtha,»»»

KUWAIT, Feb 14 (KUNA) -- His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent a cable of congratulations to King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain on the 25th anniversary of the endorsement of Bahrain's National Action Charter.In the cable, His Highness the Amir expressed his since»»»

KUWAIT, Feb 14 (KUNA) -- His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah sent a cable of congratulations to King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain on the 25th anniversary of the endorsement of Bahrain's National Action Charter. (pick up previous) aa»»»

KUWAIT, Feb 14 (KUNA) -- His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah sent a cable of congratulations to King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain on the 25th anniversary of the endorsement of Bahrain's National Action Charter.In the cable, His Highness the Crown Prince expres»»»

Gisèle Pelicot, the woman at the centre of France's largest rape trial, has told BBC Newsnight she was "crushed by horror" on discovering that, for years, her husband had repeatedly drugged her unconscious and invited dozens of men to rape her. "Something exploded inside me," says Ms Pelicot, 73, o»»»

Rape survivor Gisèle Pelicot has said she felt "overwhelmed" and "very honoured" to receive a personal letter of support from Queen Camilla. The Queen had commended Ms Pelicot for her "courage" and "grace", writing: "I very much wanted to write to express my heartfelt admiration for the courage, gr»»»

Washington, United States: The US government said Friday it is ending a protected status for migrants from Yemen, which had been in place for the past decade. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem announced that Temporary Protected Status, or TPS, first designated for the Middle Eastern nation»»»

The US military said Friday that it has carried out another deadly strike on a vessel accused of trafficking drugs in the Caribbean Sea. US Southern Command said on social media that the boat “was transiting along known narco-trafficking routes in the Caribbean and was engaged in narco-trafficking »»»

Munich: Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majid bin Mohammed Al Ansari took part today in a panel discussion titled “Regional Challenges and the Role of Qatari Mediation in Conflict Resolution.” The session was organized by the Arab Cult»»»

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un paid tribute to the "matchless bravery" of his country's soldiers fighting in Russia's war with Ukraine as he visited a memorial being built to those killed in the conflict, state media reported Saturday. "The matchless bravery and mass heroism displayed by soldiers »»»

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has attended a vigil in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, where hundreds gathered to mourn the eight victims killed in a mass shooting there this week. Carney visited the small town on Friday, along with other federal leaders across the political aisle, as well as»»»

Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Alkhorayef has held separate meetings with European Commissioner for the Mediterranean Dubravka Suica and European Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maros Šefcovic in Brussels. The meetings discussed cooperation between the two side»»»

Washington: US President Donald Trump said Friday that a change of government in Iran would be the "best thing that could happen," as he sent a second aircraft carrier to the Middle East to ratchet up military pressure on the Islamic republic. Trump's comments were his most overt call yet for the t»»»

Funding for the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is expected to lapse this weekend after Senate Democrats rejected Republican proposals, Fox News reported. The lapse would affect DHS only, as roughly 97% of the federal government is already funded through the end of FY2026.Key agencies unde»»»

Fasting during Ramadan can be safe for many people living with diabetes but with careful planning, medical supervision and smart dietary choices. Dr Ihab Eltayeb, Consultant Endocrinologist at Prime Hospital, Dubai, advises that personalised guidance is essential to prevent dangerous blood sugar fl»»»

US President Donald Trump was asked whether he wants regime change in Iran and replied that it “seems like that would be the best thing that could happen,” adding: “Let’s see what happens.” He repeated his claim that Iran’s nuclear sites were “obliterated,” telling reporters the US would “probably »»»

The US military is preparing for the possibility of sustained operations against Iran if President Donald Trump orders an attack, two US officials told Reuters. The planning could extend beyond nuclear sites to Iranian state and security facilities, with officials expecting potential Iranian retali»»»

The European backers of Ukraine who are funding its military have a right to take part in the US-backed peace talks, Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski has claimed. The next trilateral Russia-US-Ukraine negotiations will take place in Geneva next week, with “no Europeans” at the table, Kreml»»»

Kyrgyzstani Artur Saparbekov competed in the 10-kilometer cross-country skiing event at the Winter Olympics in Italy. The freestyle medals were awarded the day before, with 113 athletes competing. The Kyrgyz Olympic team member started 105th and finished in 27 minutes 46.9 seconds. He finished in 1»»»

New Delhi: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has issued an advisory to schools, students, and parents ahead of the Class 10 and 12 board examinations, scheduled to begin on February 17, 2026. Over 4.6 million students will appear for exams across India and in 26 countries abroad. Also»»»

The State Secretary of Kyrgyzstan Arslan Koichiev met with Vladimir Medinsky, Aide to the President of the Russian Federation and Chairman of the Commission on Historical Education under the President of the Russian Federation. He shared this on social media. According to the State Secretary, the p»»»

The Central Commission for Elections and Referendums of Kyrgyzstan (CEC) reviewed the results of the parliamentary elections in constituency No. 13, where the results had previously been annulled. The CEC recognized the elections as valid and annulled the results of one candidate. The basis for the»»»

DOHA: Saudi Arabia’s Abdullah Alsharbatly produced a thrilling round with his 13-year-old mare Diriyah to win the CSI5* 160cm Grand Prix at the HH The Amir’s Sword Showjumping Championship at Al Shaqab, topping a world-class field in a dramatic jump-off.The blue-riband class, carrying a total prize»»»

President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov received the Foreign Minister of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev. The presidential press service reported. The two sides discussed current issues of bilateral cooperation and noted the potential for expanding collaboration in all areas. They also exchanged views »»»

Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan Adylbek Kasymaliev and Prime Minister of Tajikistan Kokhir Rasulzoda visited Uchkun OJSC and the state institution Kyzmat under the Presidential Administration. At Uchkun OJSC, the heads of government toured the binding and offset workshops, where »»»

Washington: The US military said Friday it killed three alleged drug traffickers in a strike on a boat in the Caribbean, bringing the death toll in Washington's anti-narcotics campaign to at least 133. President Donald Trump's administration began targeting alleged smuggling boats in early Septembe»»»

A criminal scheme involving messaging apps has been thwarted in Bishkek. The Investigative Service of the Department of Internal Affairs of Pervomaisky district is investigating a criminal case of fraud against a Bishkek resident. According to police, on September 23, 2025, unknown individuals frau»»»

President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov met with the parents and relatives of those arrested and convicted for drug-related crimes, the presidential press service reported. During the meeting, the participants appealed to the president to change their pretrial detention to house arrest and to mitigat»»»

Washington: Indian national Nikhil Gupta has pleaded guilty in a US federal court to participating in a plot to assassinate a New York City-based Sikh separatist leader, a case that has drawn significant diplomatic attention between India and the United States, the Department of Justice said. Also »»»

A 10-month-old girl from Pathanamthitta has become Kerala’s youngest organ donor after being declared brain-dead following a road accident. According to media reports, the child, identified as Alin Sherin Abraham, had her liver, kidneys, heart valve, and eyes donated by her parents at Amrita Hospit»»»

Dubai: The Philippine embassy in Abu Dhabi and the Philippine consulate general in Dubai and the Northern Emirates have released their adjusted business hours in observance of Ramadan 2026. In an advisory, the agencies stated that from Monday to Thursday, operations will be from 7:30 am to 2:30 pm,»»»

The EU should develop offensive cyber capabilities to enhance its defenses against perceived threats, the bloc’s tech chief, Henna Virkkunen, has told Politico. NATO’s European members have long cited allegedly looming Russian aggression to justify their massive military buildup, including pledges »»»

Abu Dhabi: Big Ticket’s first weekly e-draw of February crowned two winners from India, each receiving Dh50,000, highlighting the excitement and possibilities the draw offers. Charan Jit Satpal, who purchased his ticket in-store, missed the initial winning call on February 9 but later expressed his»»»

An Indian man accused of plotting to kill a Sikh separatist leader in New York City has pleaded guilty to three criminal charges in a federal court. Nikhil Gupta, 54, admitted to murder-for-hire, conspiracy to commit murder-for-hire, and conspiracy to commit money laundering. He faces up to 40 year»»»

Dubai: The UAE will see generally fair conditions on Saturday, with partly cloudy skies at times and increasing humidity overnight, according to the National Centre of Meteorology. Light to moderate south-easterly to north-easterly winds are expected, blowing at speeds of 10 to 20 km/h and reaching»»»

Before I knew about the financial markets, before I knew analytics, I knew my mother’s hands. Long before the sun painted the sky, they moved through the first dim glow with a quiet assurance. These hands signed permission papers, cleaned pots, painstakingly folded clothes, wiped counters, and stab»»»

Investigators have found DNA at the home of Nancy Guthrie, the missing mother of US news anchor Savannah Guthrie, which does not belong to her or those in close contact to her, local officials said. The Pima County Sheriff's Department said they are working to identify who the DNA belongs to, but w»»»

Four unidentified people died when the single-engine aircraft in which they were flying crashed early Friday morning while approaching an airport in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Image courtesy of UPI Feb. 13 (UPI) -- All four people aboard a single-engine aircraft died when it crashed shortly after»»»

In Nigeria, Chinese directors have been jailed for running a cybercrime ring that exploited hundreds of workers. But first, in Ghana, cocoa farmers are feeling the pressure as the country cuts payments amid a sharp decline in global demand and prices. And in Tunisia, Amazigh communities are intensi»»»

Dubai: Residents across the UAE can expect a gradual shift away from winter's cooler temperatures as the region enters what traditional Arabian meteorology calls the 'Scorpion season' – a six-week period running through mid-March that bridges the gap between winter and spring. Also Read: Winter chi»»»

Dubai: Valentine’s Day in Dubai is never just dinner and a card. Every year, the UAE rolls out a fresh round of over-the-top romantic offers that make you do a double-take — and then quietly check your bank balance. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.This year is no diffe»»»

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte sniped at the Russian army, comparing its battlefield progress in Ukraine to the pace of a “garden snail.” His comments come as Russian troops continue to liberate important settlements across the frontline while Ukraine is consistently forced to pull back its forc»»»

European nations have to accept that the post-Cold War liberal “rules-based international order” is no more, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz told the Munich Security Conference on Friday. The EU and its members need to rapidly adapt to the new reality by arming themselves, he claimed. His words ca»»»

Dubai: Coca-Cola and PepsiCo are feeling growing pressure as shoppers, strained by years of higher prices, rethink how much they spend on food, drinks, and meals outside the home. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Grocery bills remain elevated, leaving many households wi»»»

Sharjah: A joyful family reunion ended in tragedy for an Indian expat in the UAE after his 22-month-old son, visiting with his wife, died following a car accident. Alan Rumi, the son of Sherafudheen and Safna from the south Indian state of Kerala, died in the tragic accident in Sharjah, a family me»»»

This Friday in The World This Week, we talk about the unravelling of the Epstein Files, the end of the Old World Order and the Olympic Helmet Dilemma. In a week where the names of those listed in the Epstein Files have continued to feel the consequences, at least on this side of the chann»»»

Feb. 13 (UPI) -- A grand jury on Friday indicted Terrell Storey for murder and on 58 other charges after allegedly causing the deaths of two troopers when their police helicopter crashed in Flagstaff, Ariz. Storey, 50, faces two counts of first-degree felony murder and 58 other felony charges in th»»»

Dubai: Retailers across the UAE are preparing for one of the busiest shopping weekends of the year, as households complete their final stock-ups before Ramadan begins. The surge is a recurring seasonal pattern, though the way people are shopping is evolving, thanks to stronger price monitoring and »»»