European Parliament Says Parties Encouraged to Uphold Existing Ceasefire Deal in Northeast Syria
The European Parliament on Friday strongly condemned all acts of violence against civilians in northeast Syria and called upon the government and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) to adhere to the ceasefire, in a step aimed at reducing escalation and enhancing stability in the region. In a new res»»»
Min. Al-Jalahma: Strong turnout at Kuwait Sports Day reflects growing public awareness of health
KUWAIT, Feb 14 (KUNA) -- The large turnout at Kuwait Sports Day reflects society's growing awareness of the importance of sports and their role in promoting health and quality of life, said Minister of State for Youth and Sports Affairs Dr. Tareq Al-Jalahma.In a press statement following his partic»»»
Trump Says Iran Regime Change Could Be 'Best Thing'
US President Donald Trump on Friday embraced potential regime change in Iran and declared that "tremendous power" will soon be in the Middle East, as the Pentagon sent a second aircraft carrier to the region. Trump's military moves and tough talk comes even as Washington and Tehran seek to revive d»»»
Rubio skips Ukraine backers’ gathering in Munich
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has abruptly skipped a meeting on Ukraine on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference “at the last minute,” according to the Financial Times. The Berlin Format gathering on Friday was attended by Kiev’s European backers – including French President Emmanuel »»»
On This Day, Feb. 14: YouTube founded - UPI.com
On Feb. 14, 2005, video-sharing website YouTube was founded by former PayPal employees. The company was purchased by Google a year and a half later for $1.65 billion. 1 of 7 | On February 14, 2005, video-sharing website YouTube was founded by former PayPal employees. The company's headquarters are »»»
'Extermination' of Palestinians must stop: African Union chair
Addis Ababa: The "extermination" of the Palestinian people must end, the chairman of the African Union Commission Mahmoud Ali Youssouf said on Saturday as he launched the organisation's 39th summit. "In the Middle East, Palestine and the suffering of its people also challenge our consciences. The e»»»
Scattered rain and slight drop in temperatures
Tunis, February 14 (TAP) – The weather, on Saturday,will be partly cloudy nationwide, according to the National Institute of Meteorology (INM). Clouds are expected to thicken gradually in the afternoon, bringing scattered and occasionally thundery...»»»
Dubai traffic update: Temporary road closures for Green Run this weekend
Several roads in Dubai Investment Park (DIP) will be temporarily closed on Sunday, February 15, to facilitate the Dubai Investments Green Run. The closures will be in effect from 6.30am to 9am, with residents notified that multiple internal roads within DIP will be inaccessible during the event win»»»
African Union Chair: ‘Extermination' of Palestinians Must Stop
The "extermination" of the Palestinian people must end, the chairman of the African Union Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, said on Saturday as he launched the organization’s 39th summit in Ethiopia’s capital of Addis Ababa. "In the Middle East, Palestine and the suffering of its people also challe»»»
Snowboarding monk in spotlight after S. Korea's Olympic glory
Seoul: A Buddhist monk has drawn international attention after South Korea won landmark Olympic snowboard medals, capping decades of his support for young athletes in a sport long unpopular at home. Venerable Hosan, head monk of Bongsunsa Temple and himself a rider, launched a youth competition mor»»»
Teacher charged after alleged assault on autistic student in Patra
Police in Patra are investigating allegations that a teacher repeatedly slapped a 9-year-old autistic student at a special education elementary school. The boy’s parents claim the teacher, from an adjacent classroom, struck their son three times after being disturbed by noise he made while playing »»»
CBSE Exams 2026: UAE 2025 top scorer shares last-minute tips for students
With CBSE exams 2026 starting next week, students across the UAE are entering the final stretch. Hafeed Meera Shahul Hameed, a student of GEMS Our Own Indian School, Dubai, was among last year’s UAE top scorers with 99.6 per cent. He shares practical tips to help students prepare effectively and st»»»
Russian Defense Ministry: 20 Ukrainian drones shot down over several Russian regions overnight - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Trump to Roll Back Some Tariffs on Steel, Aluminum
US President Donald Trump plans to scale back some tariffs on steel and aluminum goods, the Financial Times reported on Friday, citing people familiar with the matter. Officials in the Commerce Department and US trade representative’s office believe the tariffs are hurting consumers by raising pric»»»
Record Year for Bulgarian Tourism: Nearly 1 Million Romanians Visited in 2025
Bulgaria saw a record influx of Romanian tourists in 2025, according to the latest figures from the National Statistical Institute. Nearly one million overnight stays in Bulgarian accommodation facilities were registered from Romania, marking an 8.5% increase compared to 2024. This milestone repres»»»
UAE sets strict new rules on generative AI in schools, banning use for under-13s
Abu Dhabi: The UAE’s Ministry of Education has introduced a comprehensive framework regulating the use of generative artificial intelligence in schools, including applications similar to ChatGPT, in a step to protect academic integrity, safeguard students and maintain a disciplined and secure learn»»»
Trump: I think Netanyahu will receive a pardon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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New conspiracy theories hold that Jeffrey Epstein is alive and well
A number of social media users are claiming that late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein is actually still alive and well. Their supposed proof? Some have shared images they claim show Epstein walking in Tel Aviv, while others have claimed that he’s been playing Fortnite. Turns out the images w»»»
Kuwait Sports Day draws 21,000 participants on Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Bridge
KUWAIT, Feb 14 (KUNA) -- The third edition of Kuwait Sports Day kicked off on Saturday on the Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Bridge, attracting around 21,000 participants in a vibrant community sporting event promoting physical activity and healthy living.Minister of State for Youth and Sports Affairs Dr. T»»»
The City is Our Studio: Urban Sketchers Doha bring the outdoors in
Doha, Qatar: En plein air, a French term that is used in the art world to refer to the act of painting outdoors, is the Urban Sketchers Doha’s primary lifeblood and the core tenet of their manifesto. The inaugural exhibition showcasing the talents of the Urban Sketchers Doha ensemble titled “The Ci»»»
Bulgaria Produced 66 Million Litres of Wine in 2025 Despite Challenging Weather
In 2025, Bulgarian wineries produced a total of 66 million litres of wine, according to Krasimir Koev, Executive Director of the Executive Agency on Vine and Wine. Koev made the announcement while attending a traditional vine-pruning ceremony at Plovdiv Agricultural University, held in celebration »»»
Undersecretary of Ministry of Industry and Minerals discusses industrial investment prospects in Libya with Turkish company
The Undersecretary of the Ministry of Industry and Minerals for Public Affairs, Production, and Industrial Zones, Mustafa Ali Al-Samou, received last Thursday (12 February) Hussein Oktem (Hüseyin Öktem), Chairman of Turkish company Al-Sharq Al-Taqni (Partner Teknik), accompanied by Serdar Oktem, th»»»
National Development Agency signs partnership agreement with Signify Philips to enhance lighting projects in Libya
The National Development Agency (NDA) reported last Thursday (12 February) that it had signed a partnership agreement on the same day in Amsterdam, Netherlands, with Signify Philips. A leader in lighting and lighting technology, including international brand Philips, Signify Philips reports it had »»»
February 14 in Bulgaria: Honoring Trifon Zarezan and the Joy of Wine
Today, February 14, Bulgarians across the country are raising their glasses to celebrate Trifon Zarezan, the traditional holiday honoring the patron saint of vineyards and wine. Known as the “wine grower’s day,” Trifon Zarezan has been a staple of Bulgarian folklore for centuries, combining agricul»»»
The benefits and flaws of child social media bans
The debate over whether to ban Under-16s from using social media has returned to the fore after Britain’s House of Lords voted in favour of prohibition. The upper house may not be the most social media savvy institution—most of the 800+ Lords are over the age of 70, dozens are over the age of 90, a»»»
Kuwaiti oil barrel price down to USD 65.25
KUWAIT, Feb 14 (KUNA) -- The price of Kuwaiti oil barrel went down USD one to reach USD 65.25 per barrel Friday, compared with USD 67.08 pb the day before, according to Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) on Saturday.In international markets, Brent crude oil price went up 23 cents to USD 67.75 pb, w»»»
Dubai standardises Ramadan charity coupons to boost transparency
Dubai: Dubai’s Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department has moved to standardise the value of Ramadan charity coupons across the emirate, in a step aimed at strengthening oversight, improving efficiency and ensuring that assistance reaches those most in need. Click here for Ramadan pray»»»
Ramadan 2026: Up to Dh100,000 fine for begging in the UAE
Dubai: As Ramadan approaches, bringing with it a surge in charitable giving and social solidarity, authorities in UAE are intensifying public awareness campaigns to warn against begging in all its forms, stressing that it is a criminal offence under federal law. Click here for Ramadan prayer timing»»»
Back to Qandil: PKK fighters finally leaving Syria
In recent days, Kurdish fighters who spent years building vast tunnel networks in the border area between Syria, Iraq, and Türkiye have begun to emerge from their bunkers and leave Syrian territory, as part of a deal struck with the new leaders in Damascus. Many of those leaving quietly and without»»»
Macron tells Munich conference that Europe must become geopolitical power in its own right
French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday told the Munich Security Conference that it is time for Europe to become a geopolitical power that can provide its own security by rearticulating its nuclear deterrent in the face of an aggressive Russia. “Everyone should take their cue from us,” he said. »»»
International Report Sees Improvement in Yemeni Liberated Areas Thanks to Saudi Support
The food insecurity crisis in Yemen continues to worsen, especially in Houthi controlled areas, despite relative stabilized conditions in regions controlled by the legitimate government, supported by the resumption of Saudi assistance, said a recent report published by the Famine Early Warning Syst»»»
Travel blogger Camperghini to explore Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG
Well-known travel blogger and founder of the Camperghini project, Connor Camperghini, is set to visit Kyrgyzstan in the near future. He plans to embark on an independent journey across the country and showcase it to an international audience through his original content, the Tourism Department repo»»»
Hepatitis B vaccination: Only 60 percent of patients completed full course - | 24.KG
In Kyrgyzstan, over three years of the free hepatitis B vaccination program, approximately 192,000 adults completed the full course of three doses. Umutkan Chokmorova, Director of the Center for Control of Blood-borne Viral Hepatitis and HIV, told 24.kg news agency. According to her, more than 312,»»»
Inclusive conditions improved at Bayalinov Library in Bishkek - | 24.KG
The Ministry of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy of Kyrgyzstan places special emphasis on creating inclusive conditions in libraries and cultural institutions across the country. In this regard, the Kasymaly Bayalinov Youth and Children’s Library is gradually addressing the issue of accessibi»»»
Dar Ben Turkia Palace shines as Ottoman architectural landmark in Tunis
(Photo feature by: Shokry bin Mansour) TUNIS, Feb 14 (KUNA) -- In the heart of the historic Medina of Tunis stands Dar Ben Turkia Palace, an Ottoman-era landmark built in the late 18th century that has become a prominent museum and tourist destination.The palace reflects a unique architectural blen»»»
Indian writer Roy pulls out of Berlin Film Festival over Gaza row
Berlin: Award-winning Indian writer Arundhati Roy said Friday she was withdrawing from the Berlin Film Festival over jury president Wim Wenders's comments that cinema should "stay out of politics" when asked about Gaza. Roy said in a statement sent to AFP that she was "shocked and disgusted" by res»»»
Kyrgyz wrestler Akzhol Makhmudov wins Super 4 Wrestling Tournament - | 24.KG
Kyrgyz wrestler Akzhol Makhmudov won the Super 4 Wrestling International Tournament, which took place at Zhashtyk Arena in Bishkek. In the main event, he faced Aik Mnatsakanian from Bulgaria, bronze medalist at the 2018, 2019, and 2022 World and European Championships. The two wrestlers had previou»»»
Kyrgyzstanis with foreign driver's licenses may be required to register - | 24.KG
A draft law «On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts on Road Safety» has been submitted for public discussion in Kyrgyzstan. The document proposes requiring citizens of Kyrgyzstan holding national driver’s licenses issued in foreign countries to register them with the authorized vehicle and drive»»»
Emergencies Ministry of Kyrgyzstan forecasts early spring - | 24.KG
Kyrgyzstan’s Ministry of Emergency Situations is forecasting an early arrival of spring, with average air temperatures expected to be 1–2 degrees Celsius above the seasonal norm. Deputy Emergency Situations Minister Azamat Mambetov announced at a briefing that spring this year will come earlier tha»»»
UAE President, Pakistan PM hold talks to boost economic and bilateral ties
Abu Dhabi: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a telephone call from Shehbaz Sharif, Prime Minister of Pakistan. The two leaders reviewed various avenues for bilateral cooperation and joint action, exploring opportunities to strengthen ties in the economic and d»»»
Fledgling radio station aims to be 'voice of the people' in war-shattered Gaza
Deir el-Balah, Palestinian Territories: From a small studio in the central city of Deir el-Balah, Sylvia Hassan's voice echoes across the Gaza Strip, broadcast on one of the Palestinian territory's first radio stations to hit the airwaves after two years of war. Hassan, a radio host on fledgling st»»»
Health crisis hits Indonesia as millions lose insurance
The opening months of 2026 have proven to be a grim era for the Indonesian medical landscape. A controversial mandate issued by Social Affairs Minister Saifullah Yusuf, known as Regulation 3/HUK/2026, has sparked widespread public outcry. »»»
China FM Tells EU Diplomats Not to Blame Beijing for Bloc's Problems
China's foreign minister told his French and German counterparts that Beijing was not to blame for Europe's economic and security problems as he pushed for more cooperation at a summit in Munich, a foreign ministry statement said Saturday. Wang Yi made the comments at a meeting with France's Jean-N»»»
Cabinet updates rules to prevent importation of dangerous infections - | 24.KG
A draft resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan «On Approval of the Rules for the Sanitary Protection of the Territory of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Comprehensive Anti-Epidemic Action Plan for 2026–2030» has been submitted for public discussion. The document establishes unified requir»»»
Bulgaria Celebrates Vine-Growers' Day
The feast day of St. Tryphon is celebrated across Bulgaria on Saturday with traditional pruning of the vineyards, free wine and music. Celebrations began as early as Friday. Vine-growers' Day has been marked since 1962 on the day of Tryphon of Campsada, the patron saint of wine, vine-growers, and w»»»
Winter Olympics: Kazakh figure skater wins historic gold - | 24.KG
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»»»
Today in Kuwait's history
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 Amir congratulates Bahrain King on nat'l action charter anniversary
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 PM congratulates Bahrain King on nat'l action charter anniversary
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 Crown Prince congratulates Bahrain King on nat'l action charter anniversary
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»»»