Kyrgyzhydromet aims to improve accuracy and quality of forecasts - | 24.KG
The Hydrometeorological Service under Kyrgyzstan’s Ministry of Emergency Situations (Kyrgyzhydromet) plans to improve the accuracy and quality of its weather forecasts, the agency’s head, Daurbek Sakyev, said. According to him, the volume of hydrometeorological data has increased significantly. Whi»»»
Flying from UAE today? Latest Etihad, flydubai flight cancellations, delays, travel advisories
Dubai: Travellers flying from the UAE on Thursday should expect some disruption as airlines continue to adjust operations amid the escalating conflict in the Gulf. While UAE airports remain operational and the majority of flights are operating as scheduled, some services to Bahrain and Kuwait have »»»
Houthis Say Attacked 2 Saudi Oil Tankers in Red Sea
Yemen's Ansar Allah movement, also known as the Houthis, said on Thursday that it had attacked two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea for violating the naval blockade imposed on Saudi Arabia. On Monday, a Houthi military spokesman announced that the movement had imposed a naval blockade against Saudi»»»
Ousted president: Magyar’s ‘regime change’ began by breaking the law
According to Tamás Sulyok, the rule of law ceased to exist when he was removed from office, and he was unconstitutionally stripped of the presidency. The former head of state — who previously served as a member and president of the Constitutional Court — said in an interview published on Wednesday »»»
Lavrov, Rubio Holding Meeting in Manila
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov is holding a meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in the Philippine capital of Manila on the sidelines of the ASEAN ministerial events, a Sputnik correspondent reported. On Wednesday, Lavrov announced that a meeting with Rubio had been agreed upon an»»»
Tropical Storm Bertha nearing southern Louisiana coast - UPI.com
Tropical Storm Bertha was moving a little south of west over southeastern Louisiana as of Wednesday night. Image courtesy of NOAA. July 23 (UPI) -- Tropical Storm Bertha was nearing southern coast of Louisiana late Wednesday, hours after it made landfall over the state, according to forecasters. Th»»»
UAE morning traffic: Rush-hour delays slow Sharjah-Dubai commute
Dubai: Motorists are facing a slow morning commute across Dubai and Sharjah, with multiple incidents and heavy congestion affecting several major routes, according to real-time Google Maps traffic data. Traffic is moving slowly on Al Ittihad Street near Al Mamzar, while congestion has built up on S»»»
US-Iran conflict: What UAE residents need to know today (July 23) as Gulf tensions escalate
The war between the US and Iran has entered a more dangerous phase, with fighting spreading across the Gulf, Red Sea and key shipping lanes that are critical to the Gulf and regional security, and the global economy. While the UAE has not been directly targeted, residents are closely watching devel»»»
Deadly wildfires force thousands from homes in parts of Europe
ROME: Wildfires swept across parts of Italy, France and Spain on Wednesday, killing three firefighters and forcing thousands to flee as scorching temperatures and strong winds fueled the blazes. The fires come as southern Europe endures another spell of severe heat, with temperatures topping 40°C i»»»
Intersection of Leo Tolstoy and Molodaya Gvardiya closed for reconstruction - | 24.KG
The intersection of Leo Tolstoy Street and Molodaya Gvardiya Boulevard in Bishkek was completely closed to traffic on Wednesday. The closure is due to the start of the second phase of construction of a new interchange and bridge, the City Hall reported. Посмотреть эту публикацию в Instagram Публика»»»
Trump threatens Iranian infrastructure over Strait of Hormuz attacks
US President Donald Trump warned on Wednesday that the US would destroy an Iranian bridge or power plant every time Tehran attacked shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. The threat came as Washington and Iran exchanged fresh strikes, regional missile alerts sounded and diplomatic efforts remained stall»»»
House Republicans narrowly pass $1.15T defense spending bill - UPI.com
Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives passed a massive defense spending bill on Wednesday. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo July 22 (UPI) -- House Republicans narrowly passed a massive $1.15 trillion defense authorization bill Wednesday, despite strong Democratic opposition to th»»»
Two Chinese supertankers with Saudi oil head to Bab El-Mandeb for Red Sea exit
SINGAPORE: Two Chinese very large crude carriers carrying a combined 4 million barrels of Saudi Arabian oil are heading toward the Bab El-Mandeb strait to exit the Red Sea on Thursday, shipping data showed, even as a Saudi vessel came under attack in the region. The ships’ attempt to transit the st»»»
New Kazakh Ambassador to Kyrgyzstan presents copies of his credentials - | 24.KG
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan Meder Abakirov received copies of credentials from the newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Kyrgyz Republic, Abylkair Skakov. The parties also discussed current issues of Kyrgyzstan — Kazak»»»
Fresh violence at Delhi youth protest demanding minister’s resignation
NEW DELHI: Youth protesters demanding the education minister’s resignation clashed briefly with police on the streets of New Delhi late on Wednesday, with officers firing tear gas and wielding canes to push them back, police and witnesses said. More than 10,000 people were estimated to have gathere»»»
Rail overhaul
The Polish government has unveiled one of Europe’s most ambitious rail investment programmes, with plans to build 4,700 km of new railway lines, modernise a further 5,600 km and create an integrated high-speed rail network worth around PLN 610 billion. Prime Minister Donald Tusk said the project ai»»»
Nine more bodies recovered in Sikkim tunnel disaster, death toll climbs to 22
Namchi (Sikkim): The death toll in the NHPC Teesta Stage VI Hydropower Project tunnel incident in Sikkim's Namchi district rose to 22 after nine more bodies were recovered during overnight rescue operations, officials said on Thursday. Search and rescue operations continued through the night as res»»»
World Bank to allocate $20M to save water resources in Central Asian countries - | 24.KG
The countries of Central Asia will receive World Bank support to address one of the region’s most pressing challenges—water resources management. The funds will be used to modernize water management systems, develop digital metering systems, and prepare new transboundary projects. The project will »»»
Kuwaiti army says intercepting ‘hostile drone threats’
KUWAIT CITY: Kuwait’s army said early Thursday it was intercepting hostile drones, following several days of Iranian strikes on the country. “Kuwaiti air defenses are currently responding to hostile drone threats,” the army said in an overnight message on X. “Any explosions that may be heard are th»»»
Major visa-free update: India’s passport journey in 20 years - from 71st rank to 81st
India’s passport ranking has fluctuated over the past two decades, reflecting changing global mobility trends, visa policies and diplomatic ties. In the latest Henley Passport Index 2026, India ranks 81st globally, with passport holders having access to 55 visa-free or visa-on-arrival destinations.»»»
Commonwealth Games ‘where champions are made’ despite slimmed down model, argues president
GLASGOW: The president of Commonwealth Sport, Dr. Donald Rukare, told AFP the Commonwealth Games remains a stage “where champions are made” as Glasgow prepares to host a slimmed down version of the event. The Games were plunged into crisis when the Australian state of Victoria withdrew as hosts in »»»
Saudi Arabia’s ACP, beOnd sign MoU to expand direct European links to Red Sea
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Air Connectivity Program (ACP) has signed a memorandum of understanding with premium leisure carrier beOnd to explore direct air routes linking the Red Sea destination with six major European cities, SPA has reported. The agreement was signed during Saudi Arabia’s participati»»»
'We wanted to honour those who protect us': Dubai students' Arabic tribute to UAE soldiers
Dubai: Picture a choir. Now make the youngest voice in it six years old, and the oldest seventeen. Now make every single one of them sing in a language none of them grew up speaking. That's "Junūd al-Imārāt", Soldiers of the Emirates. A tribute song to the UAE's Armed Forces, sung entirely in Arabi»»»
MoHRE lists 6 cases with no injury compensation for workers
The UAE Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has outlined a comprehensive framework governing the handling of occupational injuries and work-related diseases. This forms part of its occupational health and safety regulations aimed at reducing workplace accidents and strengthening t»»»
Trump commends Nigeria’s security efforts as fresh bandit attack leaves 20+ dead
ABUJA/GUSAU, Nigeria: President Donald Trump praised Nigerian President Bola Tinubu for his actions against violence, according to a letter released by Nigeria’s presidency on Wednesday, in contrast to the US leader’s threats late last year over treatment of that country’s Christians.Trump said he »»»