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. »»»

In a landmark cultural moment, the UAE’s contemporary art scene is making an unprecedented impact in South Korea. Proximities, presented by the Abu Dhabi Music & Arts Foundation (ADMAF) in collaboration with the Seoul Museum of Art (SeMA), is the largest exhibition of contemporary visual art from t»»»

As President Donald Trump changed tariff agreements with a number of countries, there was one constant: goods became more expensive for US companies and consumers. In research released Thursday by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, a group of analysts and economists found that in 2025, the avera»»»

The US Senate has failed to advance a bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) amid dispute over Democratic demands to place new restrictions on immigration agents. A procedural vote on Thursday fell short of the number required, leaving it stalled ahead of a midnight Saturday deadlin»»»

When 42-year-old Jacob Trigg lost his job as a project manager in the tech industry he didn't think it would take too long to find a new one - he always had before. But more than 2,000 job applications later he is still hunting, trying to make ends meet with jobs in package delivery and landscaping»»»

Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., points to congressional Democrats' demands after defeating a Department of Homeland Security funding measure on Thursday. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Feb. 12 (UPI) -- The Department of Homeland Security likely will shut down early Saturda»»»

The US House of Representatives this week passed legislation that would require voters to provide proof-of-citizenship as the midterm elections approach. The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility, or SAVE America Act, would require a people to present a valid US passport or birth certificate when re»»»

Russia is exploring ways to assist Cuba during a severe fuel shortage, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on February 12, amid US threats to impose tariffs on nations helping the sanctions-hit Caribbean island. "We have »»»

Argentina’s Senate approved President Javier Milei’s labour reform bill in the early hours of February 12 after a lengthy debate marked by last-minute amendments, political bargaining and clashes between protesters and police outside Congress. »»»

Argentina’s Senate approved President Javier Milei’s labour reform bill in the early hours of February 12 after a lengthy debate marked by last-minute amendments, political bargaining and clashes between protesters and police outside Congress. »»»

Russia is exploring ways to assist Cuba during a severe fuel shortage, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on February 12, amid US threats to impose tariffs on nations helping the sanctions-hit Caribbean island. "We have »»»

Thousands of people on Thursday joined a Caracas opposition rally calling on the country’s interim government to release all political prisoners and grant Venezuelans full freedoms. The demonstration came as lawmakers were set to debate a landmark amnesty bill granting clemency to people jailed for»»»

1 of 5 | The chairman of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, Rand Paul, R-Ky., speaks during an oversight hearing on the Department of Homeland Security in the Dirksen Senate Office Building near the U.S. Capitol in Washington, on Thursday. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | Li»»»

Warsaw city councilors have approved a location resolution allowing Echo Investment to redevelop the former Tesco site in Kabaty, Ursynów, into a large residential complex with retail and service units. The project, submitted under Poland’s “lex developer” law, envisages eight apartment buildings w»»»

French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday nominated his budget minister Amélie de Montchalin to lead the country’s top audit body – a position she could hold for decades to come. Critics say this part of a growing bid by Macron to lock down national institutions and leave a mark beyon»»»

Argentina’s Senate approved in general terms the labor reform promoted by President Javier Milei’s government. Photo by Matias Martin Campaya/EPA Feb. 12 (UPI) -- Argentina's Senate approved in general terms the labor reform promoted by President Javier Milei's government after a marathon session t»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Interior on Thursday reminded motorists to follow safety guidelines when driving in fog, as the Qatar Meteorology Department forecasts poor horizontal visibility in parts of the country this weekend in its last weather report. In a social media post, the ministry urged »»»

Russia is exploring ways to assist Cuba during a severe fuel shortage, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on February 12, amid US threats to impose tariffs on nations helping the sanctions-hit Caribbean island. "We have »»»

Russia is exploring ways to assist Cuba during a severe fuel shortage, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on February 12, amid US threats to impose tariffs on nations helping the sanctions-hit Caribbean island. "We have »»»

Tunis, Feb 12 (TAP) - The Assembly of the People's Representatives (ARP) passed during a plenary on Thursday, a bill approving Addendum No. 1 to the loan agreement concluded on February 14, 2019 between Tunisia and the French Development Agency...»»»

Southwest China’s powerhouse in Sichuan is in a class by itself when it comes to mega-cities. At the intersection of two rivers – one of them the mighty Yangtze; surrounded by mountains and actually incrusted on them; the greater area harboring at least 32 million people - and counting; an industri»»»

The parliamentary Committee on Internal Security and Public Order Thursday approved unanimously on second reading by a vote of 13 in favour draft legislation requiring specific information on election candidates to be submitted upon registration to the Communist-Era Secret Police Files. The Committ»»»

The Emirates Inventors Association crowned its distinguished participation in the 16th International Inventions Exhibition in the Middle East, held in the State of Kuwait, by winning the award of the Patent Office of the General Secretariat of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). The recognition cam»»»

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s cabinet approved a draft law on Wednesday authorizing naval blockades to prevent migrant boats from entering the country’s territorial waters. The proposal comes amid a crackdown on illegal migration in the EU country. The bill, which must still pass both hou»»»

Tunis, Feb 12 (TAP) - The Assembly of the People's Representatives (ARP) on Thursday started the consideration of tw bills validating amendments to a loan agreement concluded between Tunisia and the French Development Agency (AFD).The first bill...»»»

Dubai: Emaar Properties reported record financial results for 2025, driven by strong demand across its property development, retail, hospitality, and international businesses. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Property sales rose 16% year-on-year to Dh80.4 billion ($21.9»»»

Dubai: The Community Development Authority (CDA) is spearheading a major step toward shaping Dubai’s social future, convening a participatory design workshop today as part of the second phase of the Social Sector Strategy 2033 of the Emirate. The strategy aims to strengthen the social well-being ec»»»

A coalition of major trade unions and farmers’ organisations staged a nationwide strike on Thursday, protesting an interim trade framework with the United States as well as a series of labour and economic reforms introduced by the government. The one-day “Bharat Bandh” disrupted public transport, b»»»

The controversial Duplomb law, which previously aimed to ease regulations on farmers but was blocked from reintroducing certain neonicotinoid pesticides, is back in the French National Assembly for debate. The revised bill could allow these pesticides for crops like sugar beets and hazelnuts, spark»»»

Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych was disqualified from the Winter Olympics by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) on Thursday for his insistance on wearing a helmet depicting Ukrainian sportsmen and women killed during the war with Russia. The IOC said that the athlete»»»

Protests erupted in Buenos Aires as thousands, including unions, gathered outside Congress against a labour reform bill championed by President Javier Milei. Clashes broke out when demonstrators approached the building, with police using tear gas and water cannons after objects were thrown. The bil»»»

In early February 2026, Bulgaria was rocked by a grim discovery that would spiral into one of the country's most disturbing cases in recent memory. On February 2nd, authorities found three dead men inside the Petrohan mountain lodge: 49-year-old Ivaylo Ivanov, 45-year-old Decho Iliev, and 51-year-o»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - A US Boeing P-8A Poseidon anti-submarine reconnaissance aircraft and a Northrop Grumman-made MQ-4C Triton surveillance drone were detected near Iran's border, according to flight tracking data seen by Sputnik. The P-8A departed from Bahrain and conducted circling maneuvers over t»»»

Real estate developer Alesonor has announced the appointment of STRABAG Romania as general contractor for the construction of Phase II of the Amber Forest suburb, located in Tunari, Ilfov County. In Phase II, STRABAG Romania is building a residential area that will include 172 housing units, compri»»»

The Ministry of Education has announced the introduction of 25 prohibitions governing the use of generative artificial intelligence tools within schools, as part of its commitment to strengthening academic integrity, protecting students, and ensuring a safe and well-regulated learning environment. »»»

U.S. President Donald Trump told Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House Wednesday that talks with Iran must continue, rebuffing the Israeli prime minister's push for a tougher stance against Tehran. "There was nothing definitive reached other than I insisted that negotiations with Iran continue to s»»»

On Feb. 12, 2009, a Continental airlines turboprop commuter plane crashed into a house near Buffalo, N.Y., killing 50 people, including one person in the house. 1 of 7 | On February 12, 2009, a Continental airlines turboprop commuter plane crashed into a house near Buffalo, N.Y., killing 50 people,»»»

Syria is moving swiftly to reclaim its role as a regional energy player, as the head of the Syrian Petroleum Company, Youssef Qiblawi, outlined ambitious plans to open the country’s oil and gas sector to major international firms, including Chevron, ConocoPhillips, TotalEnergies and Eni. In comment»»»

Doha, Qatar: QIIB has announced the winner of the first monthly prize for 2026 under its ‘Joud’ Savings Account, valued at QR100,000. This marks the first draw since the account’s rewards were restructured to enhance customer opportunities and increase the value of the offered prizes. The draw was »»»

Dubai: Emirates will deploy refurbished aircraft across more routes this year, extending Premium Economy access and standardising cabin products as part of a network-wide retrofit programme aimed at improving passenger experience. Expansion plans show the airline expects Premium Economy to reach 99»»»

US Energy Secretary Chris Wright vowed Wednesday to power a "dramatic increase" in Venezuelan oil output as part of a plan to "make the Americas great again." Wright met interim leader Delcy Rodriguez in Caracas, becoming the highest-ranking US official to visit Venezuela since US special forces ca»»»

Dubai: ADNOC Drilling delivered its strongest financial performance on record after revenue rose 22% to $4.9 billion and net profit climbed 11% to $1.45 billion, supported by high rig utilisation, long term contracts and expanding oilfield services activity across Abu Dhabi and regional markets. Fr»»»

Ashraf Siddiqui Doha The Association of Filipino Real Estate Executives Qatar (AFREEQ), in partnership with Link Pro Business, successfully held the 6th Philippine Property & Investment Show Qatar (PPISQ), announcing an estimated PHP 56 million in potential investments, largely focused on the Phili»»»

US Energy Secretary Chris Wright vowed a “dramatic increase” in Venezuelan oil output and deeper ties with Caracas on Wednesday, after meeting interim leader Delcy Rodríguez in Caracas, pledging to “make the Americas great again.” Wright is the highest-ranking US official to vis»»»

Dubai: A Dubai court has ordered an employer to pay more than Dh216,000 in medical expenses after failing to provide health insurance to an employee who was injured in a fall from height. The Dubai Court of First Instance ruled that both the employer and the employee are jointly liable for the unpa»»»

House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., lauded Wednesday's House passage of the SAVE America Act as common sense, but the measure could be defeated in the Senate. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Feb. 11 (UPI) -- The House of Representatives narrowly passed the SAVE America Act on Wednesday, but»»»

Dubai: China’s largest electric vehicle maker, BYD, is preparing to begin local assembly in Pakistan in the second half of 2026, positioning the country as a key pillar of its South Asia expansion as the auto market opens further to new entrants. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques &»»»

The "five-point Zelenskiy plan" is an open declaration of war on Hungary, Prime Minister Viktor Orban declared on Facebook in response to a report by Politico that EU leaders are drawing up plans to speed up Ukraine's EU membership and circumvent a veto by Budapest. »»»

The national debt is about $13 trillion higher than the $25.6 trillion reported in 2020 and is projected to top $61 trillion by 2026, the Congressional Budget Office reported on Wednesday. File Photo by Pat Benic/UPI | License Photo Feb. 11 (UPI) -- The nation's debt and federal deficit likely will»»»

The "five-point Zelenskiy plan" is an open declaration of war on Hungary, Prime Minister Viktor Orban declared on Facebook in response to a report by Politico that EU leaders are drawing up plans to speed up Ukraine's EU membership and circumvent a veto by Budapest. »»»