Doha, Qatar: Qatar Scientific Club (QSC) wrapped up the inaugural Young Inventors Program yesterday, which brought together 35 young men and women who developed seven innovative projects. Programme Director Eng. Aisha Al Jaber told Qatar News Agency (QNA) that, as part of the final project implemen»»»

Doha, Qatar: The second edition of Qatar Event Show 2026 (QES 2026) continued at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre (DECC), bringing together industry leaders, experts and companies from across the events, exhibitions, conferences and entertainment sectors. The second day featured a programm»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Education and Higher Education, represented by the Training and Development Center, organised an introductory workshop to present its professional development training plan to ministry employees. Held at the ministry’s headquarters under the theme, “Explore Your Develop»»»

Doha, Qatar: University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) will sponsor and participate in the second edition of the Autonomous e-Mobility Forum (AEMOB Forum 2026), taking place from 7 to 9 September 2026, at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC). Held under the Strategic Hostship of t»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar welcomed 2.338 million visitors through its land, air and sea ports during the first eight months of 2026, underscoring the continued importance of regional and international tourism to the country’s economic diversification strategy. Data released by Qatar Tourism yesterday show»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Moscow International Book Fair kicked off yesterday, bringing together more than 300 publishing houses from Russia and other countries. Running through September 6, the event also features the participation of the State of Qatar, represented by the Ministry of Culture, as part of t»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Permanent Web Summit Organising Committee reviewed the latest preparations for the fourth edition of Web Summit Qatar, taking place in Doha Exhibition and Convention Center from January 31 to February 3, 2027, during its regular meeting in Doha. The meeting was chaired by Director »»»

A 43-year-old man has been detained in Batken region on suspicion of multiple counts of fraud, the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the region reported. According to police, several residents filed complaints in 2025–2026 against a man who had promised to help them find employmen»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Foundation (QF) schools are placing “Authentic Learning” at the centre of the new academic year, with a stronger focus on real-world experiences, student excellence, AI literacy and meaningful engagement beyond the classroom as 9,379 students return to school. The approach is bui»»»

Kuwait: The General Staff of the Kuwaiti Army announced early Thursday that Kuwaiti air defenses had intercepted hostile Iranian missile and drone attacks. In a statement, the General Staff said that any explosions heard were the result of air defense systems intercepting the hostile attacks. It ur»»»

Here’s where to go for culture, fun, food and coffee. If you are visiting Abu Dhabi for the first time or just looking for a fun day out, there is plenty to do around the city. From cultural spots and museums to shopping, new destinations, restaurants, coffee shops and places to stay, you can easil»»»

24K gold rose to Dh532 per gram, extending its gain from Dh522 at the start of September Dubai: Gold prices in the UAE moved higher again on Thursday morning, extending a strong start to September and adding to the cost facing residents planning jewellery purchases or buying the metal for investmen»»»

Stohid Technology has signed an investment agreement to acquire 70% of a company preparing facilities for production of RDX, a high explosive used in defense applications. The Polish technology group plans to invest up to PLN 9 million in the first pilot phase of the project. The initial stage will»»»

PGE reported preliminary consolidated net profit attributable to shareholders of about PLN 2.06 billion for the second quarter of 2026. Adjusted net profit reached approximately PLN 2.32 billion, while recurring EBITDA came to about PLN 3.96 billion, according to estimates released by Poland’s larg»»»

Volkswagen plans to close four factories in Germany as part of a restructuring aimed at improving the group’s long-term competitiveness and profitability, with some production expected to move to Poland. The decision reflects continuing pressure on European carmakers from high costs, weaker demand »»»

Gasoline prices continued to rise on Kyrgyzstan’s domestic market in August 2026, although at a slower pace than in July. Diesel fuel even became a little cheaper. According to the National Statistical Committee, average fuel prices changed as follows in August: Price changes in August: Fuel price »»»

Which Philippine bank offers the better deal for OFWs and homebuyers? MANILA: For Filipinos planning to buy a house, condominium or lot — including overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) sending money home — there "honeymoon" rates offered by banks and lenders that look tempting on paper. Currently, Metr»»»

Emirates, Etihad and flydubai continue selected services as airlines monitor the situation Dubai: Flying from the UAE today? Airlines are continuing to operate a mixed network of normal, reduced, delayed and suspended services as the US-Iran conflict and wider regional security situation affect avi»»»

A fire broke out in a multi-storey residential building in Budapest’s 18th district on Wednesday evening, forcing dozens of residents to leave their homes. Ten people, including seven children, were taken to hospital, according to reports. The fire broke out in a building on Ráday Gedeon Street, wh»»»

Prime Minister Rumen Radev will meet with European Council President Antonio Costa, who is visiting Bulgaria on Thursday at Radev's invitation, the government information service said. Statements to the media are scheduled afterwards. The two will meet at the Boyana Residence. Costa is conducting h»»»

Companies in Central Asia and the Caucasus are showing artificial intelligence (AI) adoption rates twice as high as the global average, Euronews reported, citing KPMG’s 2026 technology report. The study found that 53 percent of organizations in the region have already introduced AI at the productio»»»

On Thursday, the National Assembly is expected to vote on the election of a governor and deputy governor of the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF), according to the agenda published on Parliament's website. In late August, the candidates for NHIF governor were heard by the parliamentary Health C»»»

Representative of Kyrgyzstan Sulde Dongak won the final of the sumo competition held at Kyrchyn Gorge as part of the VI World Nomad Games. In the decisive bout, he faced Amirani Tsikoridze from Georgia. Dongak suffered a nosebleed during the match but continued competing and secured the victory. Su»»»

The neo-Nazi spirit is alive in Europe, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said. "The neo-imperial, colonial, and, I would say, neo-Nazi spirit, is very, very tenacious in Europe," Lavrov said at the Eastern Economic Forum (EEF).The Eastern Economic Forum will be held in Vladivostok from Septem»»»

US strikes, failed mine claim raise doubts over Tehran’s control of key waterway The reported tanker attack in the Strait of Hormuz has become a key test of Iran’s ability to control the waterway — and of the "infowar" surrounding the conflict. Here's the rough timeline: In the early hours of Monda»»»

New orders surged and cost pressures eased, while employment fell for a second month Dubai: UAE businesses saw their strongest improvement in operating conditions since December 2024 in August, helped by a surge in customer demand, stronger exports and fewer supply disruptions, although companies r»»»

A fatal road accident involving a Kia passenger car and a HOWO truck occurred in Toktogul district. Dashcam footage shows the Kia moving into the oncoming lane to overtake several vehicles. The truck driver attempts to avoid the collision, but the passenger car fails to complete the maneuver and en»»»

NATO is pushing deeper into Asia and looking for new justifications to preserve itself, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said at the Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok. The alliance should have dissolved itself alongside the Warsaw Pact after the collapse of the Soviet Union, but instead k»»»

The AUKUS nuclear submarine program does not fully comply with standards established for all countries under the International Atomic Energy Agency, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said at the Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok. “The activities of this nuclear trio do not fully fit within»»»

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Kyrgyz athletes won one gold and two silver medals on the first day of the er enish competition at the VI World Nomad Games. The competition was held on September 2 at Kok-Boru Arena in Cholpon-Ata. A total of 19 athletes from eight countries — Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Mongolia, Russia, Uzbekistan, »»»

Rubio links Iran sanctions evasion to possible economic and military response Chapel Hill (North Carolina): US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has warned that countries helping Iran evade American sanctions could themselves face penalties, while dismissing suggestions that India and Iran were prepar»»»

On a summer afternoon in an Arab city, no economic report is needed to understand the meaning of demand for cooling. A few minutes outdoors, followed by a single step into an air-conditioned lobby, are enough to show that cool air is no longer a luxury in this part of the world. It has become a con»»»

Kathmandu: The rains had briefly quelled, and beneath a bright mid-morning sky, 43-year-old Subash Tamang was working along the banks of the monsoon-swollen Trishuli River with his family. They were extracting sand, as they had done before, when the river suddenly rose to consume them. Some 72 kilo»»»

Crashes, roadworks and rush-hour congestion slow motorists on E311, E11 and E611 Dubai: Traffic between Sharjah and Dubai remains heavy on several major routes, with motorists facing delays around key interchanges and busy entry points into both emirates. According to the live Google Maps, the main»»»

Turkey will consider the possibility of becoming a full member of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said, Reuters reports. «The prospect of full membership in the organisation does not imply a break in relations with any other bloc or with the West,» Erdoga»»»

Airstrike destroys WFP aid trucks in Sudan, food for 5,800 people lost United Nations: The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) said that two of its trucks came under air attack on Sunday outside Dilling, South Kordofan State, southern Sudan, while transporting food aid to Kadugli. The attack »»»

Ulchi Freedom Shield—an annual combined military exercise held by the US and South Korea against the threat from North Korea—was abruptly scaled back by Washington just before it began in August. President Donald Trump ordered the drills to be cut from 11 days to 5, citing costs, his desire to impr»»»

Before you swipe: Why that ‘easy’ EMI on an iPhone 18 Pro Max can be a red flag Another year, another iPhone, and another couple of weeks of sadly checking your bank accounts and mumbling, 'Should I buy this on EMI?' Yes well, the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are arriving along with the Fold, with the»»»

Team of Kazakhstan has taken the lead in the first stage of the Kochmondor Zhurushu International Equestrian Marathon, part of the VI World Nomad Games. The VI World Nomad Games media headquarters reported. On the first day, participants covered 50 kilometers of the total 300-kilometer distance. Ky»»»

Investigators probe unclear motive after high-rise rampage near convention center Two people were killed and several others wounded, including three Minneapolis police officers, after a gunman opened fire Wednesday afternoon inside a high-rise apartment building in downtown Minneapolis, authorities»»»

UN chief condemns civilian deaths, calls for restraint from US and Iran United Nations: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is gravely concerned by the renewed exchanges of fire overnight between the United States and Iran, his spokesperson said. "The Secretary-General is deeply alarmed by report»»»

The leader of the Fidesz parliamentary group accused the government of undermining the foundations of political alternation in power and of acting against a viable opposition alternative, in an episode of the Civilek Podcast published on Wednesday. János Bóka said that Viktor Orbán, president of Fi»»»

Chingiz Kaziev has been appointed Deputy Chief of Staff of the Zhogorku Kenesh. The parliament’s press service reported. Venera Kulataeva, who previously held this position, has been appointed First Deputy Chief of Staff. The corresponding orders were signed by Marlen Mamataliev, Speaker of the Zho»»»

Service exports calculated in EUR increased by 11%, imports by 13% in the 2nd quarter of 2026 compared to the same period of the previous year. The surplus reached EUR 3.4 billion, EUR 210 million higher than in the 2nd quarter of 2025. The value of exports increased by 18%, and that of imports by »»»

The national kok-boru team of Kyrgyzstan won its first match at the World Nomad Games against the U.S. team. The Kyrgyz team won decisively, 16-7, earning its first three points of the tournament. Nurzhan Melisbek uulu scored the first salym in the match against the Americans just 23 seconds into t»»»

Air Arabia will transport Kyrgyz pilgrims to Saudi Arabia for the Hajj in 2027, the Spiritual Directorate of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan announced. The decision was made on September 2 at a meeting of the interdepartmental commission for organizing the Hajj. Following a competition, Air Arabia won the ri»»»