European Union leaders on Thursday agreed on an action plan to overhaul the bloc’s economy and boost competitiveness amid pressure from US President Donald Trump, China and Russia. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the March plan would upgrade energy grids, deepen financial in»»»

Dubai: The UAE Lottery on Friday launched Quick 5, its newest online game, with tickets starting at just Dh2 and prizes reaching up to 550 times the entry amount. With draws every two minutes, Quick 5 offers fast-paced action, multiple ways to win, and instant energy that puts every player in the r»»»

China is busting sanctions with a scheme to smuggle cars into Russia, allowing vehicles from Toyota, Mazda and German premium brands to reach markets in Moscow and beyond via grey schemes, Reuters reports. Most of the vehi»»»

China is busting sanctions with a scheme to smuggle cars into Russia, allowing vehicles from Toyota, Mazda and German premium brands to reach markets in Moscow and beyond via grey schemes, Reuters reports. Most of the vehi»»»

The first regional center for helicopter repair and specialist training for Mi-171 and Mi-8 helicopters has been opened in Ak-Chiy Free Economic Zone in Kyrgyzstan. Head of the National Investment Agency Ravshanbek Sabirov reviewed the project’s implementation, highlighting its significance. Accord»»»

On February 11, the Department of Internal Affairs of Issyk-Ata district received information that narcotics may be stored and distributed in a house in the village of Novopokrovka. The press service of the Main Department of Internal Affairs of Chui region reported. The information was confirmed d»»»

Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Alkhorayef held talks in Brussels on Thursday with Pfizer Global President of Emerging Markets Nick Lagunowich and a number of the company’s leaders to discuss ways to boost industrial cooperation and explore opportunities to localize pharmace»»»

Russian Deputy Foreign ‍Minister Sergei Ryabkov has warned it was still possible that the United States will carry out a new military operation in Iran. "The situation in the Middle East, where the Americans have deployed huge numbers of attack systems, increasing pressure by the day and threatenin»»»

Under the patronage of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) will organize the fourth annual Future Aviation Forum in Riyadh from April 20 to 22. Minister of Transport and Logistic Services and GACA Board Chairman Saleh A»»»

Most foreign families have left northeast Syria's Al-Hol camp, which holds relatives of ISIS militants, since the departure of Kurdish forces who previously guarded it, humanitarian sources told AFP on Thursday. The defense ministry meanwhile announced that the army had taken control of the Al-Tanf»»»

US President Donald Trump threatened Iran Thursday with "very traumatic" consequences if it fails to make a nuclear deal -- but Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he was skeptical about the quality of any such agreement. Speaking a day after he hosted Netanyahu at the White House, Trump»»»

Officers from the Service for Combating Extremism and Illegal Migration of the Main Department of Internal Affairs of Bishkek, while monitoring the internet space, discovered an account on Facebook named «Zholdosh Syrgakov» that was distributing negative videos. The department’s press service repor»»»

At today’s Government Info press conference, Minister Gergely Gulyás announced that Ukrainian threats against Hungary have entered a new phase, while confirming that the government will maintain the price margin reduction measure to help contain inflation. Opening the briefing, Minister Gulyás said»»»

The fight against corruption and crime will never stop, President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov stated in an interview with Kabar news agency. According to the head of state, it is currently ongoing 24 hours a day. «I have always strictly demanded results in these two areas, and I will continue to do»»»

The current parameters of the Russian airbase in Kyrgyzstan are sufficient to counter existing threats facing the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO), and no expansion is required, Russian Ambassador to Bishkek Sergei Vakunov said. «According to relevant specialists, the current operatin»»»

The world’s largest aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, has been ordered to sail from the Caribbean Sea to the Middle East, a person familiar with the plans said Thursday, as US President Donald Trump weighs possible military action against Iran. The deployment, first reported by The New York»»»

Abu Dhabi: For nearly 12 years, he showed up to work each month for Dh4,000, half of it basic salary, the rest allowances. When his employment ended, he says, the money he had earned did not follow him. This week, the Abu Dhabi Labour Court of First Instance ruled in his favour. The court ordered t»»»

Dubai: Gold prices in Dubai recovered early Friday, clawing back ground after a steep global selloff that shook precious-metals markets in the previous session. (Check latest UAE gold prices here, alongside prices in Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and India.) Sign up for our daily busi»»»

The President of Kyrgyzstan commented on the resignation of the Speaker of Parliament in an interview with Kabar news agency. Sadyr Japarov was asked whether the voluntary resignation of the Speaker of the Zhogorku Kenesh was connected to recent events, including a letter signed by 75 individuals. »»»

All peaceful tools of Arctic cooperation are being deliberately destroyed, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko said. "All peaceful instruments of cooperation are being deliberately destroyed, the work of the Arctic Council, which was the main international platform for managing the si»»»

Support in Taiwan for formal, de jure independence remains limited and highly sensitive to both Chinese pressure and the posture adopted by Washington, according to new academic research examining how shifts in US foreign policy could influence public opinion on the island, a new report issued by I»»»

Support in Taiwan for formal, de jure independence remains limited and highly sensitive to both Chinese pressure and the posture adopted by Washington, according to new academic research examining how shifts in US foreign policy could influence public opinion on the island, a new report issued by I»»»

Support in Taiwan for formal, de jure independence remains limited and highly sensitive to both Chinese pressure and the posture adopted by Washington, according to new academic research examining how shifts in US foreign policy could influence public opinion on the island, a new report issued by I»»»

Support in Taiwan for formal, de jure independence remains limited and highly sensitive to both Chinese pressure and the posture adopted by Washington, according to new academic research examining how shifts in US foreign policy could influence public opinion on the island, a new report issued by I»»»

Support in Taiwan for formal, de jure independence remains limited and highly sensitive to both Chinese pressure and the posture adopted by Washington, according to new academic research examining how shifts in US foreign policy could influence public opinion on the island, a new report issued by I»»»

«Our friendship with Kamchybek Tashiev will continue,» President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov said in an interview with Kabar news agency. He was responding to a question about the well-known fact that the head of state and Kamchybek Tashiev are known as «two friends», and whether the recent decisio»»»

Al Ain: A man has been ordered to pay Dh40,000 in compensation to a woman after a civil court found that his unlawful conduct, including insults, threats, defamation and reckless behaviour that endangered her life, caused her psychological and material harm. The decision, issued by the Al Ain Court»»»

A high-quality reform will be carried out at the State Committee for National Security (SCNS), President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov stated in an interview with Kabar news agency. According to him, the State Committee has fully accomplished its mission. «Furthermore, it can be said that in some are»»»

Japan has seized a Chinese fishing vessel operating inside its exclusive economic zone off Nagasaki in the south west of the country, in the latest flashpoint in what is becoming an increasingly combustible maritime stand-off with Beijing. »»»

Japan has seized a Chinese fishing vessel operating inside its exclusive economic zone off Nagasaki in the south west of the country, in the latest flashpoint in what is becoming an increasingly combustible maritime stand-off with Beijing. »»»

Japan has seized a Chinese fishing vessel operating inside its exclusive economic zone off Nagasaki in the south west of the country, in the latest flashpoint in what is becoming an increasingly combustible maritime stand-off with Beijing. »»»

Japan has seized a Chinese fishing vessel operating inside its exclusive economic zone off Nagasaki in the south west of the country, in the latest flashpoint in what is becoming an increasingly combustible maritime stand-off with Beijing. »»»

Japan has seized a Chinese fishing vessel operating inside its exclusive economic zone off Nagasaki in the south west of the country, in the latest flashpoint in what is becoming an increasingly combustible maritime stand-off with Beijing. »»»

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s decisive election victory on February 8 has increased the likelihood of more expansionary fiscal policy in Japan over the coming years, according to Fitch Ratings. While the agency had already incorporated post-election easing and wider deficits into its overall Janu»»»

Japan has seized a Chinese fishing vessel operating inside its exclusive economic zone off Nagasaki in the south west of the country, in the latest flashpoint in what is becoming an increasingly combustible maritime stand-off with Beijing. »»»

Japan has seized a Chinese fishing vessel operating inside its exclusive economic zone off Nagasaki in the south west of the country, in the latest flashpoint in what is becoming an increasingly combustible maritime stand-off with Beijing. »»»

In an attempt to increase India’s role in the global semiconductor value chain, the budget 2026-27 has unveiled the India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 (ISM 2.0). With an initial allocation of INR10bn ($110mn) for FY 2026-27, ISM2.0 looks to strengthen manufacturing, design, research, and skill develop»»»

1/12The Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi officially opened to the public on November 22, 2025, in the Saadiyat Cultural District. Spanning 35,000 square metres, it became the largest museum of its kind in the region, featuring iconic exhibits such as the Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton ‘Stan’ and the Mu»»»

The Trump administration on Thursday revoked a long-standing scientific finding underpinning US efforts to regulate greenhouse gas emissions, marking its most sweeping rollback of climate policy. The Environmental Protection Agency rescinded the 2009 “endangerment finding,” which determined carbon »»»

An Iranian teenager who took part in nationwide protests in January is facing execution after being convicted on charges of killing a policeman during the demonstrations, an NGO said on Thursday. Norway-based Iran Human Rights (IHR) said that Saleh Mohammadi, 18, had already been sentenced to death»»»

Dhaka: Long overshadowed by his parents and heir to one of Bangladesh's most powerful political dynasties, Tarique Rahman has finally stepped into the spotlight. At 60, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) leader is preparing to take charge of the South Asian nation of 170 million, driven by what»»»

The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has extended the zero VAT rate on fish feed until December 31, 2027. Cabinet Chairman Adylbek Kasymaliev signed the corresponding amendments to the resolution «On measures to ensure food security and stabilize market prices.» The decision was made to support d»»»

The Service for Combating Extremism and Illegal Migration of the Main Internal Affairs Department of Bishkek continues its operational and preventive campaign called «Illegal Migrant». According to the agency’s press service, police officers inspected garment workshops and other production faciliti»»»

A US judge on Thursday temporarily blocked the Pentagon's efforts to punish Democratic Senator Mark Kelly over a video in which he and other lawmakers urged military and intelligence personnel to refuse illegal orders. The preliminary injunction is the latest blow to President Donald Trump's push t»»»

Bangladesh’s parliamentary election points to a strong showing for the Bangladesh Nationalist Party(BNP) as counting continues after largely peaceful voting on February 12, 2026, in the country of about 170mn people. The 3»»»

Bangladesh’s parliamentary election points to a strong showing for the Bangladesh Nationalist Party(BNP) as counting continues after largely peaceful voting on February 12, 2026, in the country of about 170mn people. The 3»»»

In the small town of Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, residents are reeling after a mass shooting left nine people dead, including six children. "We've been insulated," Tracy Krauss, a local pastor, told the BBC. "A newcomer comes to town and they're locking up, and everyone laughs, because why are»»»

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party has claimed victory in the country's first election since the 2024 uprising, positioning itself to form the next government and potentially reshape Bangladesh's political landscape after years of intense rivalry and disputed polls. The party's media unit in a post o»»»

A small commercial aircraft operated by Smart Air was attacked shortly after landing at Korowai Batu Danowage (WAKY) airstrip in Boven Digoel Regency, South Papua province. Local media reported that the incident took place on Wednesday (February 11), in which two pilots were killed while all passen»»»

Friday the 13th is here – the first of three in 2026 – and superstition is trending online. But is the fear real, or fuelled by culture, films and social media? A UAE-based psychologist who previously practised in London said the fear, known as ‘paraskevidekatriaphobia’, is far more common in Weste»»»