Mayor of Bishkek fires head of Oktyabrsky district and his deputy - | 24.KG
A scheduled meeting was held at Bishkek City Hall to review the results of a site inspection at Orto-Sai market. The City Hall reported. The mayor expressed dissatisfaction with the current state of the market. «Despite work carried out throughout the year to improve and beautify the area, it was n»»»
'Harm at a population level': World Happiness Report flags social media's negative impact
Young people have a “much lower” level of wellbeing than 15 years ago due to the effects of social media use, according to the 2026 edition of the World Happiness Report, which sees Finland maintain its position as the world’s happiest country for the ninth consecutive year. Where is the happiest c»»»
The Observers - Four tips for detecting images generated by AI
AI-generated images are everywhere, and they're getting better and better, making it harder and harder to know what's real and what's fake. Here are four tips for detecting images generated by AI. See who posted the content. Was it a reliable source, or an unknown user? Look at the account. Does it»»»
Tech 24 - Is this the beginning of the end for the Metaverse?
Five years and more than $80 billion later, Mark Zuckerberg's virtual reality dream seems to be being dismantled, and replaced with equally ambitious AI projects. We take a closer look in this edition of Tech 24. When Facebook became Meta in 2021, founder Mark Zuckerberg stood before the world and »»»
Czechs voice fear over government attacks on democracy at largest mass rally since 2019
Around 200,000-250,000 Czechs rallied at the Letná plateau in Prague on March 21 against the policies of the ruling radical populist cabinet led by billionaire Prime Minister Andrej Babiš' Ano party, which they fear threaten democratic standards in the country. »»»
Golob’s Freedom Movement narrowly leads Slovenia vote as coalition talks loom
Slovenia’s ruling Freedom Movement, led by Prime Minister Robert Golob, was narrowly ahead in the March 22 general elections after 99.81% of votes were counted, setting the stage for complex coalition negotiations. Accordi»»»
The West has split – Stubb
Finland’s President Alexander Stubb has warned that relations between the US and Europe are fracturing under Donald Trump’s policies, urging allies to “salvage what you can” of the transatlantic alliance, The Telegraph reported on March 22. »»»
EU-Mercosur trade deal to take effect provisionally from May 1
The European Commission has announced that its trade agreement with the Mercosur bloc will provisionally enter into force on May 1, marking a crucial milestone for a pact that has divided European capitals and drawn fierce opposition from agricultural producers. »»»
The West has split – Stubb
Finland’s President Alexander Stubb has warned that relations between the US and Europe are fracturing under Donald Trump’s policies, urging allies to “salvage what you can” of the transatlantic alliance, The Telegraph reported on March 22. »»»
Dubai court orders optical firm to pay Dh275,246 over unpaid medical supplies
Dubai: A Dubai commercial court has ordered an optical company to pay Dh275,246 to a medical equipment supplier after failing to settle payments for medical and optical devices delivered in 2024. The case was filed by a medical equipment establishment, which stated that it had supplied devices and »»»
UAE urges firms to protect workers as unstable weather hits
Abu Dhabi: The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has urged private sector companies across the country to strengthen workplace safety measures and take preventive steps to protect workers during expected adverse weather conditions. The ministry said worker health and safety rema»»»
'A team effort': How UAE wedding planners are navigating uncertainty with calm and care
The show must go on. It is an unprecedented moment in the UAE, as global tensions send ripples of uncertainty through everyday life. And yet, the wedding and events industry continues to move forward, finding ways to make room for joy. As Dubai-based bride-to-be Aamna puts it, “This is meant to be »»»
Debris from air defence hits Kuwait power network
Kuwait’s Ministry of Electricity, Water, and Renewable Energy (MEW) has deactivated seven overhead power lines after they were damaged by falling debris from air defence interceptions, state news agency KUNA reported. Also Read: US‑Israel war on Iran, Day 25: Netanyahu speaks with Trump as oil tops»»»
Small helicopter crashes into southern Florida warehouse, killing 2 on board - UPI.com
The Federal Aviation Administration said Monday it was investigating a fatal crash of a small helicopter in Boynton Beach, Fla. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo March 24 (UPI) -- A small helicopter crashed through the roof of a vacant warehouse in southern Florida on Monday, killing bo»»»
What drivers should do if their vehicles are exposed to rain and flooding
Abu Dhabi: Motorists are being urged to take extra precautions to protect their vehicles from damage caused by heavy rainfall and flooding, as unstable weather has led to water accumulation in several areas across the UAE. With the increase in rain-related incidents, drivers should be aware of the »»»
'No animal should be left behind’: UAE Singer Sarah R Jay launches StraySpotter to rescue abandoned pets
Dubai: While most people scroll past posts about abandoned pets in these uncertain times, UAE-based singer Sarah R Jay decided to build something that makes it harder to look away and easier to help. “I realised there was a huge gap,” she tells Gulf News over zoom. “Rescue organisations are overwhe»»»
Students told to avoid suspicious links as UAE stresses online safety
Abu Dhabi: The head of the UAE Cyber Security Council has called for stronger digital discipline among students, families and schools during the current period of distance learning, stressing that the situation requires vigilance rather than concern. Dr Mohammed Al Kuwaiti said remote learning is a»»»
LaGuardia Airport reopens as investigators begin probe into fatal runway crash - UPI.com
1 of 4 | LaGuardia Airport opened Monday afternoon after an Air Canada plane collided with a truck on a runway Sunday night, killing the aircraft's two pilots and injuring dozens more. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo March 23 (UPI) -- New York City's LaGuardia Airport reopened Monday af»»»
Oil refinery explosion reported in Texas
Local officials warned residents near a Texas oil refinery on Monday to immediately shelter-in-place "in light of the recent explosion" at Valero's Port Arthur Refinery. "To ensure the safety of all residents in the vicinity and in light of the recent explosion at the Valero refinery, an immediate »»»
Flying from UAE today? Delays expected – check weather and flight updates
Passengers flying out of the UAE this week are being advised to allow extra time for travel, as airlines warn of potential delays due to unstable weather. Between March 23 and 27, travellers should plan ahead amid reduced visibility and challenging driving conditions caused by rain and strong winds»»»
UAE residents urged to stay cautious as rain and strong winds continue
Abu Dhabi: Unsettled weather is set to continue across the UAE in the coming days, with forecasts pointing to cloudy skies, scattered rainfall and strong winds as a low-pressure system affects the country, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). Forecast data show that Tuesday will s»»»
Ultimatums, diplomacy and a trip to Graceland as Trump eyes a deal with Iran
America may be a nation at war, but President Donald Trump's activities over the past few days have been a mix of diplomacy and diversions - with the occasional swing towards the surreal. On Friday, he said the US war against Iran was "winding down". By Saturday night, he had given Iran a 48-hour d»»»
Markwayne Mullin confirmed by the US Senate as Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security
WASHINGTON: The US Senate has voted to approve Senator Markwayne Mullin as the country's new head of the Department of Homeland Security. The 54-45 vote was the final step in a rapid approval process. Once sworn in, Mullin, a former mixed martial arts fighter with a fiery personality, will oversee »»»
Iran denies talks with US after Trump postpones strikes on power grid – Ya Libnan
Share: PHOTO- Streaks of light illuminate the sky during an interception attempt amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran By Gram Slattery, Maayan Lubell and Alexander Cornwell WASHINGTON/JERUSALEM/TEL AVIV, March 23 (Reuters) – Iran denied on Monday that it had engaged in negotiations with the Uni»»»
Lebanon's death toll from Israeli attacks since early March rises to 1,039
BEIRUT: The death toll from Israeli attacks on Lebanon has risen to 1,039 since the start of Israel’s offensive on March 2, the Health Ministry said Monday. In a statement carried by Lebanon’s state National News Agency, the ministry said the total number of those injured during the same period rea»»»
Australia and EU strike free trade deal
TradeAustraliaAustralia and EU strike free trade dealKate Hairsine with AFP, ReutersThe European Union and Australia have agreed on a sweeping new trade deal, compromising to boost exports in the face of global uncertainty over trade. https://p.dw.com/p/5AyHHAustralian Prime Minister Anthony Albane»»»
US Admiral Brad Cooper: Hormuz is 'physically open to transit'
In a rare direct appeal to the Iranian public, US Central Command chief, Admiral Brad Cooper, urged civilians to remain indoors amid US military operations, warning that Iranian regime forces are launching attacks from populated areas and placing ordinary people at risk. Speaking in an exclusive in»»»
Dubai court orders optical firm to pay Dh275,246 over unpaid medical supplies
Dubai: A Dubai commercial court has ordered an optical company to pay Dh275,246 to a medical equipment supplier after failing to settle payments for medical and optical devices delivered in 2024. The case was filed by a medical equipment establishment, which stated that it had supplied devices and »»»
Blast rocks oil refinery in Texas (VIDEOS)
An incident at Valero’s refinery in Port Arthur, Texas, triggered an emergency response, with witness footage showing flames and thick black smoke billowing above the facility. Local residents described hearing a loud boom and feeling their homes shake from miles away as first responders were dispa»»»
US Senate confirms Markwayne Mullin as homeland security chief
The US Senate has voted to approve Senator Markwayne Mullin as the country's new head of the Department of Homeland Security. The 54-45 vote was the final step in a rapid approval process. Once sworn in, Mullin, a former mixed martial arts fighter with a fiery personality, will oversee the nation's»»»
Empowering women: Why environment matters more than intent
Women have always played a central role in shaping communities, strengthening families, and advancing social and economic progress. Yet the critical question is not whether women contribute to development, but whether the environments around them allow their full potential to flourish. Empowerment »»»
Jury finds that Bill Cosby sexually assaulted woman in 1972, awards her more than $19 million
LOS ANGELES: A civil jury in California found Monday that Bill Cosby was liable for drugging and sexually assaulting a woman in 1972 and awarded her $19.25 million. After a nearly two-week trial in Santa Monica, jurors found the 88-year-old Cosby liable for the sexual battery and assault of Donna M»»»
Strike in western Iraq kills seven fighters: armed group source
A strike in western Iraq on Tuesday killed seven fighters from the former paramilitary coalition Hashed al-Shaabi, a source from the group told AFP, blaming the strike on the United States. Seven fighters from the Hashed al-Shaabi, also known as the Popular Mobilisation Forces (PMF) and now part of»»»
China records big rise in bringing patents from universities, research centers to market
BEIJING: Over the past three years, China has seen a significant rise in the industrialisation of invention patents from its universities and research institutions, according to an official from the nation's top intellectual property regulator. Hu Wenhui, Deputy Commissioner of the China National I»»»
UK bolsters defences in Mideast as Iranian threats persist
The UK Ministry of Defence has issued a fresh update on its ongoing defensive operations across the Middle East, highlighting intensified air and naval activities amid escalating regional tensions sparked by Iranian drone and missile attacks on allied nations and bases. According to the official st»»»
Look: World's biggest renewable energy 'beast' rising in India — latest update
India is turning the barren Rann of Kutch desert — larger than Singapore, five times Paris — into the world’s largest renewable energy beast. The project is turning the salt flat into a green giant: India’s 30-GW "Khavda Park", expected to power 18 million homes when completed – thus making it the »»»
Neighborhoods in Hawaii devastated by floods as risk continues - UPI.com
Parts of Hawaii have received dozens of inches of rain in the last few days as entire neighborhoods were flooded with waist high water, officials said. File Photo by Cory Lum/UPI | License Photo March 23 (UPI) -- A flood watch remains in effect for parts of Hawaii after two days of heavy rain led t»»»
Military plane with 121 aboard crashes in Colombia, killing at least 1 and injuring 77
BOGOTA, Colombia: A military transport plane with 121 people on board, mostly soldiers, crashed shortly after taking off Monday in southwestern Colombia, killing at least one person and leaving at least 77 injured, officials said. Defence Minister Pedro Sánchez said on X that the “tragic accident” »»»
US Federal Communications Commission blacklists all new foreign-made routers
The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on Monday banned authorisations for all new consumer routers produced in foreign countries, citing "national security" reasons. The FCC noted that the blacklisting does not apply to routers already acquired by consumers, and does not prevent retailers »»»
Abdullah bin Zayed offers condolences to Qatari PM & FM over helicopter crew martyrdom
ABU DHABI: Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, extended his sincere condolences to the State of Qatar during a phone call with Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of »»»
Jury orders Cosby to pay $19m to ex-waitress after finding he abused her in 1972
A jury in California has ordered Bill Cosby to pay $19.25m (£14.3m) in damages to a former waitress after finding he drugged and sexually assaulted her while taking her to one of his shows more than five decades ago. Donna Motsinger said the former star gave her wine and a pill that left her incapa»»»
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today held a phone call with Mark Rutte, Secretary General of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (Nato), to discuss the ongoing military escalation in the region and its implications for regional and international security, as well as the impact on international shipping and the global economy.
ABU DHABI: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today held a phone call with Mark Rutte, Secretary General of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (Nato), to discuss the ongoing military escalation in the region and its implications for regional and international security»»»
IRGC Announces 77th Wave of True Promise 4, Vows Relentless Strikes - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe IRGC Announces 77th Wave of True Promise 4, Vows Relentless Strikes 23-03-2026 23:51 PM The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) announce»»»
War pressures precious metals markets in the Gulf
Damascus, March 24 (SANA) – Escalating tensions in the Gulf amid the ongoing regional war are increasingly impacting trade in gold, silver, and other precious metals, extending economic disruptions beyond oil and gas and raising risks for major trading hubs, particularly Dubai. The sector relies he»»»
UAE President receives French Minister of the Armed Forces
ABU DHABI: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received Catherine Vautrin, Minister of the Armed Forces and Veterans Affairs of the French Republic. During the meeting, the French Minister conveyed to His Highness the greetings of His Excellency Emmanuel Macron, Pres»»»
MoI stresses importance of adhering to safety guidelines in workplace premises
QNA Doha The Ministry of Interior (MoI) has stressed the importance of adhering to the instructions rendered by the competent authorities and complying with safety guidelines inside workplace premises, in light of the statement issued by the General Secretariat of the Council of Ministers regarding»»»
MediaPlus releases latest edition of Perunnal Nilavu
Tribune News Network Doha Perunnal Nilavu, a special festive publication brought out by MediaPlus, one of Qatar’s leading advertising and event management companies, was officially released at the Al Suwayed Group Corporate Office in Doha in a colorful ceremony attended by prominent community leade»»»
Indian PM urges de-escalation, warns of global fallout from West Asia crisis
The Embassy of India in Qatar on Monday released the text of an address delivered by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the Lok Sabha, where he spoke at length on the ongoing conflict in West Asia and its far-reaching implications for India and the world. Highlighting that the crisis has persis»»»
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today held a phone call with Mark Rutte, Secretary General of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (Nato), to discuss the ongoing military escalation in the region and its implications for regional and international security, as well as the impact on international shipping and the global economy.
ABU DHABI: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today held a phone call with Mark Rutte, Secretary General of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (Nato), to discuss the ongoing military escalation in the region and its implications for regional and international security»»»
AfD sets new electoral record in former West Germany
The Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has reached an electoral milestone outside of its traditional political heartland, the second such achievement in less than a month. The party secured nearly 20% of the vote in regional elections in the western German state of Rhineland-Palatinate. AfD finish»»»