Hawaii's Kilauea Volcano Puts on Spectacular Lava Display
Hawaii's Kilauea was spraying a spectacular fountain of lava on Monday, keeping up its reputation as one of the world's most active volcanoes. For over a year now, Kilauea has been regularly throwing out thousands of tons of molten rock and gases since it burst to life in December 2024, reported AF»»»
Asian economies brace for fallout from Trump’s Iran-linked tariff
Donald Trump’s announcement that the United States would impose a 25% tariff on imports from countries continuing to trade with Iran has today - January 13 - sent a jolt through Asia’s most trade-exposed economies. While the measure is framed as part of a renewed “maximum pressure” campaign against»»»
Asian economies brace for fallout from Trump’s Iran-linked tariff
Donald Trump’s announcement that the United States would impose a 25% tariff on imports from countries continuing to trade with Iran has today - January 13 - sent a jolt through Asia’s most trade-exposed economies. While the measure is framed as part of a renewed “maximum pressure” campaign against»»»
Asian economies brace for fallout from Trump’s Iran-linked tariff
Donald Trump’s announcement that the United States would impose a 25% tariff on imports from countries continuing to trade with Iran has today - January 13 - sent a jolt through Asia’s most trade-exposed economies. While the measure is framed as part of a renewed “maximum pressure” campaign against»»»
Asian economies brace for fallout from Trump’s Iran-linked tariff
Donald Trump’s announcement that the United States would impose a 25% tariff on imports from countries continuing to trade with Iran has today - January 13 - sent a jolt through Asia’s most trade-exposed economies. While the measure is framed as part of a renewed “maximum pressure” campaign against»»»
US urges citizens to leave Iran via land borders as protests escalate
The United States urged its citizens to leave Iran immediately via land borders to Armenia or Turkey as protests escalate and airlines suspend flights, the US State Department reported on January 12. The State Department s»»»
Asian economies brace for fallout from Trump’s Iran-linked tariff
Donald Trump’s announcement that the United States would impose a 25% tariff on imports from countries continuing to trade with Iran has today - January 13 - sent a jolt through Asia’s most trade-exposed economies. While the measure is framed as part of a renewed “maximum pressure” campaign against»»»
Asian economies brace for fallout from Trump’s Iran-linked tariff
Donald Trump’s announcement that the United States would impose a 25% tariff on imports from countries continuing to trade with Iran has today - January 13 - sent a jolt through Asia’s most trade-exposed economies. While the measure is framed as part of a renewed “maximum pressure” campaign against»»»
Asian economies brace for fallout from Trump’s Iran-linked tariff
Donald Trump’s announcement that the United States would impose a 25% tariff on imports from countries continuing to trade with Iran has today - January 13 - sent a jolt through Asia’s most trade-exposed economies. While the measure is framed as part of a renewed “maximum pressure” campaign against»»»
Asian economies brace for fallout from Trump’s Iran-linked tariff
Donald Trump’s announcement that the United States would impose a 25% tariff on imports from countries continuing to trade with Iran has today - January 13 - sent a jolt through Asia’s most trade-exposed economies. While the measure is framed as part of a renewed “maximum pressure” campaign against»»»
Asian economies brace for fallout from Trump’s Iran-linked tariff
Donald Trump’s announcement that the United States would impose a 25% tariff on imports from countries continuing to trade with Iran has today - January 13 - sent a jolt through Asia’s most trade-exposed economies. While the measure is framed as part of a renewed “maximum pressure” campaign against»»»
Asian economies brace for fallout from Trump’s Iran-linked tariff
Donald Trump’s announcement that the United States would impose a 25% tariff on imports from countries continuing to trade with Iran has today - January 13 - sent a jolt through Asia’s most trade-exposed economies. While the measure is framed as part of a renewed “maximum pressure” campaign against»»»
US urges citizens to leave Iran via land borders as protests escalate
The United States urged its citizens to leave Iran immediately via land borders to Armenia or Turkey as protests escalate and airlines suspend flights, the US State Department reported on January 12. The State Department s»»»
US urges citizens to leave Iran via land borders as protests escalate
The United States urged its citizens to leave Iran immediately via land borders to Armenia or Turkey as protests escalate and airlines suspend flights, the US State Department reported on January 12. The State Department s»»»
US urges citizens to leave Iran via land borders as protests escalate
The United States urged its citizens to leave Iran immediately via land borders to Armenia or Turkey as protests escalate and airlines suspend flights, the US State Department reported on January 12. The State Department s»»»
US urges citizens to leave Iran via land borders as protests escalate
The United States urged its citizens to leave Iran immediately via land borders to Armenia or Turkey as protests escalate and airlines suspend flights, the US State Department reported on January 12. The State Department s»»»
ADSW 2026: There is no AI without energy, and the UAE is planning for that future
Dubai: The global race to scale artificial intelligence is colliding with a physical constraint that no amount of code can bypass. Computing power needs electricity, and lots of it. Speaking in Abu Dhabi this week, Dr Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, UAE Minister of Industry & Advanced Technology, MD & Group»»»
QREC gears up to host H E Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani Rifle Day
Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Racing & Equestrian Club (QREC) will stage a major race meeting on Saturday, featuring the H E Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani Rifle Day. The ten-race card will be run on the turf track at Al Rayyan Racecourse, with strong participation from owners, trainers and jockeys, all »»»
Marina Marine Services launches offshore services facility in Qatar’s free zones
Doha, Qatar: Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZ) and Marina Marine Services, a leading marine solutions provider, have officially opened an offshore marine services facility at Umm Alhoul Free Zone. The strategic launch marks an important step in strengthening Qatar’s offshore operational capabilities»»»
Tourism : Destination Management Organisations, key instrument for Romania's aligning with new global trends in tourism
Destination Management Organisations (DMOs) are essential tools for building a unified policy for promoting Romania as a tourist destination, aligning it with European standards and new global trends, representatives of the Federation of the Romanian Hotel Industry (FIHR) believe.'Romania has all t»»»
Telecom. IT :Statistics: 17.4pc of internet users accessed online public services for personal needs last year
A percentage of 17.4 of all people who used the internet over the past 12 months did so to interact online with authorities or public services for personal purposes, shows data compiled by the National Institute of Statistics (INS).Most did so to obtain information about services or rights (73.7%),»»»
Russian agriculture thrives amid war, weather shocks and sanctions
Russia’s agricultural sector has flourished during the four years of war, becoming an important revenue source for the cash strapped government as traditional oil revenues fall. Russia’s agriculture output set new export r»»»
The Hill: Justice for victims of Assad’s chemical attacks is finally within reach
Washington, Jan. 13 (SANA) The U.S.-based The Hill newspaper has reported that justice for the victims of the chemical attacks carried out by the deposed Syrian regime is now closer than ever. The regime’s collapse more than a year ago has created an unprecedented opportunity to hold those responsi»»»
Visit Qatar hosts acclaimed composer Ludovico Einaudi
Doha: Visit Qatar successfully hosted the Ludovico Einaudi live concert, held on January 9, 2026, at the Katara Cultural Village Amphitheatre. The internationally acclaimed composer and pianist delivered a curated programme of his most celebrated works, offering audiences an immersive musical exper»»»
Al-Talaa Championship final produces single winner
Doha, Qatar: The final of the Al-Talaa Championship at the 17th Qatar International Falconry and Hunting Festival (Marmi 2026) was held yesterday. One of the falconers won first place, while others failed to secure a spot due to the inability to hunt or successfully land their birds. The festival i»»»
Trade diversification, supply chain security to shape GCC’s economic trajectory in 2026
Doha, Qatar: As the GCC enters 2026, economic policy is being shaped by tighter external conditions, accelerating technological change and a more fragmented global trading system. The countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) are increasingly focused on broadening trade relationships, strengt»»»
8-year-old boy stabbed to death; neighbour suspect released
Dubai: An eight-year-old boy was found dead in a forested area in Laguna after he was allegedly attacked by a neighbour while on his way to school. The victim, identified by family members as Gianni, was discovered at around 11am in Barangay Santiago II, San Pablo City. Police investigators reporte»»»
South Korea's President Lee visits Japan for summit with PM Takaichi - UPI.com
1 of 4 | South Korean President Lee Jae Myung (C) chats with Democratic Party Leader Jung Chang-rae (L) as he and first lady Kim Hea Kyung (R) prepare to board Korean Air Force One for Japan on Tuesday at Seoul Air Base in Seongnam. Photo by Thomas Maresca/UPI SEOUL, Jan. 13 (UPI) -- South Korean P»»»
Workshop on strengthening institutional capacities in Libya's leasing sector
As part of the EU4Skills project, funded by the European Union in Libya in partnership with the French Embassy in Libya, a specialized training programme on financial leasing was launched yesterday in Tripoli. The four-day programme will run from January 12 to 15. The programme was inaugurated by D»»»
PSD announces political support for Radu Marinescu
The Social Democratic Party (PSD) on Monday voiced unreserved support for Justice Minister Radu Marinescu and condemned the 'despicable manoeuvre' through which he was accused of plagiarism, immediately after announcing that appointments of senior prosecutors would not be political.'PSD unreservedl»»»
POLITICO: Moldova’s Sandu says she would vote for reunification with Romania
* Chisinau’s president says Moldova needs help to resist Russia — but admits limited public support for the hypothetical move,https://www.politico.eu/ reads. Moldovan President Maia Sandu said she would vote to reunify with Romania if the issue ever goes to a referendum, saying it was becoming hard»»»
Astronaut's Serious Medical Condition Forces NASA to End Space Station Mission Early
NASA announced that four astronauts will return from the International Space Station more than a month ahead of schedule after an unnamed crew member experienced a medical issue. The incident marks the first time in history NASA has brought astronauts home from the space station early because of a »»»
Lebanese Govt Vows to Carry out Second Phase of Plan to Impose State Monopoly over Arms
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam stressed on Monday that his country is determined to carry out the second phase of imposing state monopoly over weapons that the government approved last year. The army is expected to kick off in February the second phase of the plan, which covers areas north of »»»
Libya discusses developing its health sector with Germany’s Allianz Care
Libya’s Tripoli based government announced yesterday that it had held on the same day an expanded meeting at the Prime Minister’s Office with representatives from Allianz Care, a German company specializing in healthcare development. The meeting was attended by the Undersecretary and Acting Ministe»»»
Lemongrass wipes out 95% of tumours in 15 days — nature's top cancer killer? Here's the science
A promising new research on natural plant extracts has cited lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) and dandelion root as "potential cancer fighters", with reportedly better-than-chemotherapy rate of efficacy. Nicolas Hulscher, an epidemiologist, highlighted a study on how ethanolic lemongrass extract dr»»»
UN Force Says Israeli Tank Fired near Peacekeepers in Lebanon
The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon said an Israeli tank fired near its peacekeepers on Monday, and warned that such attacks were becoming "disturbingly common". UNIFIL has repeatedly reported Israeli fire near or towards its personnel in recent months, and less than two weeks ago said gunf»»»
QRCS set to launch QFFD-sponsored 10th Disaster Management Training Camp
Doha, Qatar: Under the patronage of Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs H E Sheikh Mohamed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, and with the sponsorship of Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD), Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has announced that its field training 10th Disaster Management »»»
PISQ food festival promotes healthy eating
Doha, Qatar: Pakistan International School Qatar (PISQ) came alive with colours, flavours, and festive spirit as it has hosted an unforgettable Food Festival, “A Day of Taste & Aroma”. Students from all wings participated with extraordinary zeal and enthusiasm, transforming the school campus into a»»»
Bulgarian Economist: Euro Transition Exceeds Expectations
The shift to the euro in Bulgaria is proceeding more smoothly than many anticipated, according to Petar Ganev, senior economist at the Institute for Market Economics, who spoke to the Bulgarian National Radio. “Operationally, trade - particularly in large retail chains - and banking preparations ar»»»
Attica taxi drivers launch strikes over taxes, electric transition
Taxi drivers launched new 48-hour rolling strikes on Tuesday, protesting tax policies and the mandatory transition to electric vehicles, the Attica Taxi Drivers Union (SATA) said. SATA said the compulsory shift to electric cars threatens the sector’s survival without adequate charging infrastructur»»»
13 schools and 17 kindergartens to be built in Bishkek's Oktyabrsky district - | 24.KG
Bishkek City Hall responded to residents’ questions regarding the provision of social infrastructure in the village of Orto-Sai and adjacent areas of Oktyabrsky district during a discussion of the city’s draft master plan. According to the municipality, the master plan, taking into account the proj»»»
MRF - New Beginning Leader Peevski Calls for Sofia Mayor's Resignation over Waste Crisis
The leader of MRF - New Beginning, Delyan Peevski, has called for the resignation of Sofia Mayor Vasil Terziev, the party’s press centre said. For months, Bulgaria’s capital has been sinking into garbage and filth, Peevski said. “Who ordered this outrage? The answer is very simple – the Mayor of So»»»
Lyse Doucet: Iran's rulers face biggest challenge since 1979 revolution
Iran's rulers are confronting their most serious challenge since their own 1979 revolution. They're now countering on an unprecedented scale - a ferocious security crackdown and near total internet shutdown has been unleashed on a scale unseen in previous crises. Some of the streets once engulfed b»»»
US weighs next move on Iran - and faces a complex calculation
For President Trump, it's decision time. Ten days ago, he said the US was prepared to go to the "rescue" of Iranian protesters if their government used violence against them. The US was, the president said, "locked and loaded and ready to go". That was before the violent crackdown in Iran had reall»»»
Dar Global and Trump Organization Launch $1 Billion Project in Jeddah
Dar Global and the Trump Organization announced on Monday the official launch of Trump Plaza Jeddah, valued at over $1 billion. Dar Global, a London-listed luxury real estate developer, said the project marks its third collaboration with the Trump Organization in the Kingdom. This landmark project,»»»
Qatar Authors Forum holds ‘Foundations of Art of the Novel’ workshop with Dr. Amir Taj El-Sir
Doha: The Ministry of Culture’s Qatar Authors Forum (QFA) organised yesterday a workshop on the foundations of the art of the novel with Dr. Amir Taj El-Sir, running from January 12 to 15. The workshop aims to provide participants with a solid foundation in novel writing, from the initial idea thro»»»
Former Corsican separatist leader Orsoni assassinated at mother's funeral
Alain Orsoni, who led the separatist Corsican Movement for Self-Determination before becoming the president of Corsican football club AC Ajaccio, was killed by a long-range shot at his mother's funeral on the French island. Former Corsican separatist leader Alain Orsoni was shot dead d»»»
Fans bid farewell to Indian Idol winner who was 'pride' of Gorkha community
Hundreds of fans and admirers are bidding farewell to Indian singer and actor Prashant Tamang, who rose to fame two decades ago after winning the third season of popular music reality show Indian Idol. Tamang, 43, who was from the hill town of Darjeeling in West Bengal state, died of a cardiac arre»»»
Australian novelist Craig Silvey charged with child exploitation offences
Prize-winning Australian author Craig Silvey has appeared in court charged with possessing and distributing child exploitation material. Silvey, best known for his novel Jasper Jones, was arrested on Monday after police raided his home in Perth. Police alleged he was actively engaging with other ch»»»
Qatar seek consolation win over Japan at U-23 Asian Cup
Doha, Qatar: Qatar will look to end their AFC U23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026 Group B campaign on a positive note when they face already-qualified Japan in Jeddah today. Eliminated after back-to-back defeats, Qatar are out of contention for a quarter-final place, but head coach Ilidio Vale (picture»»»