SCNS warns of prison terms for inciting interethnic tensions - | 24.KG
Kanat Tabaldiev, head of the Osh Regional Department of the State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan (SCNS), warned of criminal liability for attempts to incite interethnic hatred. The statement was made during a discussion of a land issue in a village in Osh region. According to Tabaldi»»»
Ban on concealing antibiotic use in meat, dairy products proposed in Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG
The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has submitted for public discussion a draft amendment to veterinary and sanitary requirements aimed at preventing animal diseases. The document introduces new mandatory rules for producers of meat, milk, and other animal-origin products. Authorities propose st»»»
New AI-related specialties to be introduced in Kyrgyzstan’s universities - | 24.KG
The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has submitted for public discussion a draft of a new list of higher education fields and specialties in Kyrgyzstan. The document provides for a complete overhaul of the classification system for university programs, introducing a new 9-digit coding system. Acc»»»
Rafeeq and Google announce strategic partnership to accelerate AI-first commerce and operations
The partnership goes beyond a standard vendor arrangement. It signals to the market that Rafeeq is placing artificial intelligence at the center of its next phase of growth, with a focus on transforming customer experience, operations, employee capabilities, and platform intelligence. Doha, Qatar: »»»
Trump Issues Dire Warning to Iran to Accept Peace Deal
President Donald Trump issued a fresh warning to Iran on Sunday, saying it had to move quickly towards a peace deal or "there won't be anything left of them." Washington, locked in conflict with Tehran since US and Israeli forces launched major strikes on the country beginning February 28, has stru»»»
Bahrain’s CTM360 receives global recognition in Gartner Magic Quadrant, marking historic milestone for the Arab world
CTM360 has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first-ever Arab World software technology to be named among the 17 globally leading companies for “Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI)”. This is reflected in Gartner’s First CTI Magic Quadrant report, published on 4th May, signifying that the glo»»»
Philippines: Users urged to conserve electricity, rotational brownouts hit Luzon, 'Yellow' alert up in Visayas, as heatwave, plant outages, line failures push grid to the brink
Manila: Rotational brownouts swept parts of Luzon as the Philippines’ power grid ran with razor-thin reserves while several large generating units and key transmission lines went “offline”, officials said. This forced utilities to cut electricity to selected areas to prevent a wider “blackout”. The»»»
National Bank of Romania keeps the monetary policy rate at 6.50% per annum
”Based on the assessments and data currently available, as well as given the high level of uncertainty, the NBR Board of Directors decided at its meeting today, May 15, 2026, to maintain the monetary policy interest rate at 6.50 percent per annum. At the same time, it was decided to maintain the in»»»
Israel PM Says Close to Killing All Architects of October 7 Attack
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Sunday that Israel had almost completed a key goal of the war in Gaza -- eliminating all those responsible for orchestrating the October 7 attack. His remarks followed the Israeli military's announcement that Ezzedine Al-Haddad, commander of Hamas's armed wing»»»
Report: US Weighs Drone Threat from Cuba
Cuba has obtained more than 300 military drones and recently began discussing plans to use them to attack the US base at Guantanamo Bay, US military vessels and possibly even Florida, Axios reported Sunday, citing classified intelligence. The report comes as tensions simmer between Washington and H»»»
Qatar condemns attempt to target Saudi Arabia with drones
Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar strongly condemned the attempt to target the sisterly Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with drones, considering it an unacceptable act of aggression, a violation of the Kingdom's sovereignty, and a threat to its security and the safety of the region. The Ministry of Foreign A»»»
Lebanon Says Israeli Strikes Kill 7 Including an ‘Islamic Jihad’ Commander
Israeli strikes killed seven people in Lebanon on Sunday, including an "Islamic Jihad commander", Lebanese authorities and state media said, despite a fragile ceasefire as Hezbollah called US-brokered talks between the two countries a "dead end". The health ministry published a "preliminary toll" f»»»
15 Arabian Oryx Births Recorded at Saudi Arabia’s Imam Turki Royal in 2026
Saudi Arabia’s Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Reserve recorded the birth of 15 Arabian oryx calves during the first quarter of 2026, reflecting the success of wildlife conservation programs and efforts to restore ecological balance, reported the Saudi Press Agency on Sunday. The programs are part of»»»
Israel’s Army Wants a ‘Political Breakthrough' for Its War in Lebanon
Israel has widened its military operations against Lebanon’s Iran-back Hezbollah group while Israeli media outlets have published leaks from the military indicating that it is urging the government of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to achieve a political solution. According to the leaks, the Isr»»»
White House touts U.S.-China deals following Trump's Beijing trip - UPI.com
U.S. President Donald J. Trump participates in a welcome ceremony with President Xi Jinping of the People's Republic of China, Thursday, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China. Photo by Daniel Torok/The White House/UPI | License Photo May 18 (UPI) -- China has agreed to purchase at least»»»
Doha Debates seeks to redefine public discourse
Doha, Qatar: At a time when public discourse is increasingly shaped by outrage, speed and polarisation, Doha Debates is positioning itself as a space for something quieter but more enduring: thoughtful dialogue. According to Managing Director of Doha Debates Amjad Atallah, success is not measured s»»»
Enemy media: Netanyahu’s trial session, which was scheduled for this morning, has been postponed at his request “for security and political reasons” - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Enemy media: Netanyahu’s trial session, which was scheduled for this morning, has been postponed at his request “for security and political»»»
Minister to head Qatar Hajj Mission for 2026 season
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has announced the formation of the Qatari Hajj Mission for 2026 Hajj season, headed by Minister of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs H E Ghanem bin Shaheen bin Ghanem Al Ghanim, as part of Qatar’s ongoing efforts to provide comprehensive services and e»»»
Strong winds and high seas forecast offshore
DOHA: The Department of Meteorology has warned of strong winds and high seas offshore on Monday. In its daily weather report, the department said inshore conditions until 6pm will be relatively hot to hot during the daytime, with the highest temperature in Doha expected to reach 36°C. Offshore area»»»
Serbia to submit final NIS proposal to MOL as talks near deadline
Serbia will submit its final position to Hungary’s MOL Group on the potential takeover of a majority stake in Naftna Industrija Srbije (NIS) on May 15, with the Hungarian firm expected to respond early next week, Energy Minister Dubravka Dedovic Handanovic said. MOL’s board is expected to decide on»»»
MOSCOW BLOG: Trump eats humble pie in Beijing
US President Donald Trump’s trip to Beijing ends today and he has been forced to eat humble pie after coming out of the gate last year with an extremely aggressive policy on China. If you remember in the heady days of Trump's first term in office we still lived under the pax Americana. Trump launch»»»
Russian SME closures accelerate in 1Q26 as economy contracts
Closures among Russia’s small and medium-sized enterprises accelerated in the first quarter of 2026, after the economy contracted in the first quarter of this year in real terms and economic pressure on small companies mounts. Russian Forbes reported that about 209,000 SMEs ceased operations during»»»
Russia leads Europe's skyscraper ranking
Russia accounts for 40 of the 50 tallest skyscrapers currently under construction in Europe, according to 2026 data published by World of Statistics, underscoring the country’s continued push into large-scale urban development despite sanctions and economic pressure linked to the war in Ukraine. Th»»»
Serbia to submit final NIS proposal to MOL as talks near deadline
Serbia will submit its final position to Hungary’s MOL Group on the potential takeover of a majority stake in Naftna Industrija Srbije (NIS) on May 15, with the Hungarian firm expected to respond early next week, Energy Minister Dubravka Dedovic Handanovic said. MOL’s board is expected to decide on»»»
Lukashenko praises US as Belarus receives two-thirds of humanitarian aid from Washington
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has praised the United States as a leading source of humanitarian assistance for his country despite the sanctions regime, Russian outlet RBC reported on May 15. Speaking at a meeting with Franklin Graham, president and chief executive of the Billy Graham E»»»
Universal basic income vs universal high income: What's the difference?
Is it possible to pay everyone on the planet — all adults — a universal basic income (UBI) without conditions, without expecting them to do do any work, or even if they're rich? It's like the ultimate socialist utopia. And what if, beyond UBI, a universal high income (UHI) is made possible by the A»»»
Egypt, Greece, and Cyprus Strengthen Trilateral Ties for Stability and Prosperity
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides, and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis convened for the 10th summit of their tripartite cooperation mechanism last week. Their discussions culminated in a robust commitment to bolstering peace, stability, and co»»»
Business - Cuba runs out of fuel, diesel amid US blockade
Cuba has run out of fuel and diesel, as the US blockade plunges the island deeper into an energy crisis. The government is now considering a renewed offer of aid from the Trump administration – but that financing would come with conditions. Also in the show: US President Donald Trump announces»»»
Qatar aims to strengthen skills of govt employees in AI, project management
Doha, Qatar: The Civil Service and Government Development Bureau (CGB) is aiming to empower government employees across sectors, including artificial intelligence (AI) and project management, as part of ongoing efforts to reinforce institutional performance and support sustainable development acros»»»
Ulukbek Begaly uulu appointed Director of Kyrgyztasmasy State Cinema Center - | 24.KG
Ulukbek Begaly uulu has been appointed Director of Kyrgyztasmasy State Cinema Center. The press service of the Ministry of Culture, Information, Sports, and Youth Policy reported. The new director was introduced to the center’s staff. During the meeting, priority areas of work were outlined, includ»»»
‘Staggering’ Iran toll drives up global executions: Amnesty
PARIS: Iran put to death over 2,150 people last year, a “staggering” increase that pushed recorded worldwide executions to their highest level since 1981, Amnesty International said Monday. Amnesty said it had confirmed the executions of at least 2,707 people globally in 2025. Of these cases, 2,159»»»
Encroaching world threatens India’s last ‘uncontacted’ tribe
SRI VIJAYA PURAM: One of the last outsiders to make authorized visits to India’s only “uncontacted” tribe says it may be time to reconnect with the isolated people — in order to shield them from an encroaching world. Anthropologist Anstice Justin, 71, took part in the government’s limited contact m»»»
Israel PM says close to killing all architects of October 7 attack
JERUSALEM: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Sunday that Israel had almost completed a key goal of the war in Gaza — eliminating all those responsible for orchestrating the October 7 attack. His remarks followed the Israeli military’s announcement that Ezzedine Al-Haddad, commander of Hamas’s »»»
Finnish divers join efforts to recover dead Italians in the Maldives
COLOMBO: Three Finnish cave divers are joining efforts in the Maldives on Monday to try to find and recover the bodies of four Italian scuba divers who died in an accident in underwater caves, the DAN Europe divers’ network said. The team arrived on Sunday, DAN Europe said in a statement, after»»»
Solomon Islands names China critic to government, bans dolphin trade
SYDNEY: A former leader who supported ties with Taiwan and a China critic have won key roles in the new Solomon Islands government, signalling change for the South Pacific’s closest backer of Beijing. Solomon Islands Prime Minister Matthew Wale was elected on Friday by lawmakers after his predecess»»»
PM Radev Heads to Berlin for Talks with German Chancellor Merz
Prime Minister Rumen Radev will visit Berlin for talks with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, the Government press service said here Monday. Following the official welcome with military honours for the Bulgarian Prime Minister at the Chancellery, Radev and Merz will hold a one-on-one meeting. A ple»»»
Hantavirus-hit Cruise Ship Nears End of Voyage, to Dock in Rotterdam
A cruise ship that sparked global alarm after a deadly outbreak of hantavirus will end its voyage in Rotterdam on Monday, with its remaining skeleton crew facing weeks of quarantine. The MV Hondius is expected to dock in the Dutch port between 10am (0800 GMT) and midday (1000 GMT) on Monday, accord»»»
Approval of draft amendments to investment environment regulations for 2026
— Simplifying procedures, reducing time required for licenses, approvals to attract investments, facilitate projects— Expanding scope of investment incentives by reducing requirements for expansion, development, creative industries— Licenses to operate 'subject to compliance', significant amendment»»»
Police arrest 3 teens, ending Austin shooting spree that wounded 4 - UPI.com
Authorities said the three suspects were arrested following a traffic stop of a white Kia Optima on Sunday. Two suspects were arrested at the scene while a third was detained a while later, following a pursuit. Photo courtesy Austin Police Department/X May 18 (UPI) -- Authorities said Sunday night »»»
Thirty electric buses to be purchased for Talas region - | 24.KG
Thirty new, modern Yutong electric buses will soon be purchased for Talas region. Ermat Dzhumaev, Presidential Plenipotentiary Envoy to the region, announced this on social media. According to him, the initiative is being implemented with the support of President Sadyr Japarov and is aimed at provi»»»
White House hosts mass prayer event to promote Christian origins of the US
The White House is making prayer a focal point of this weekend’s celebrations marking the US's 250th anniversary, staging a large-scale mass prayer that underscores the Trump administration’s wider push to amplify Christianity’s role in public and political life. Thousands of people gathered Sunday»»»
Betting on war: Mysterious traders make millions on well-timed bets on Iran
Did traders have confidential information on the oil market? The US Congress has demanded answers.»»»
Around 10 'new' victims come forward in France's Epstein investigation
French prosecutors investigating Jeffrey Epstein’s alleged trafficking network say around ten previously unidentified suspected victims have recently contacted authorities, widening a probe into possible abuse committed in France or involving French accomplices linked to the late financier. Around »»»
President Iotova to Address World Urban Forum in Baku
President Iliana Iotova will address the World Urban Forum Summit in Baku, the President’s press secretariat said on Monday. The event is themed Housing the World: Safe and Resilient Cities and Communities. Monday is the second day of Iotova’s visit to Azerbaijan, at the invitation of President Ilh»»»
Trump issues new warning to Iran to accept peace deal
President Donald Trump issued a fresh warning to Iran on Sunday, saying it had to move quickly towards a peace deal or "there won't be anything left of them". In a statement released on his Truth Social platform, the US leader wrote, "For Iran, the Clock is Ticking, and they better get moving, FAST»»»
Leader of Hamas's armed wing killed in strike on Gaza, says Israel
The Israeli military said on Saturday that it had killed the head of Hamas's military wing Ezzedine Al-Haddad during an air strike carried out the previous day in Gaza. Haddad's wife and daughter were also killed in the attack, according to a Hamas source. Israel said Saturday it had killed Ha»»»
Palestinian president’s son Yasser Abbas elected to top Fatah post
Yasser Abbas, the 64-year-old son of ageing Palestinian president Mahmoud Abbas, won a seat Sunday on the central committee of the Fatah party, initial results showed. The election extended the family's grip on the movement that has dominated the Palestinian Authority (PA) for decades. The PA is un»»»
Most of the architects of October 7 attacks have been killed, says Netanyahu
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Sunday that Israel is close to finishing a key war aim in Gaza: killing the planners of the October 7 attacks. The comments came after Israel said it had killed senior Hamas commander Ezzedine Al-Haddad in an airstrike, as its campaign against the group’s lead»»»
Drone strike sparks a fire on the edge of UAE nuclear facility
A drone strike sparked a fire near the United Arab Emirates’s Barakah nuclear power plant on Sunday, authorities said, in an attack Abu Dhabi condemned as a threat to regional security. The strike highlighted the possibility of renewed war amid a fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran»»»
Trump warns Iran that 'there won't be anything left of them' without peace deal
On Sunday, US President Donald Trump warned Iran to move quickly towards a peace deal or face destruction, as Washington’s war with Tehran and its allies continues to stall negotiations, drive up energy prices, and fuel instability across the Middle East. President Donald Trump issued a fresh warni»»»