Ex-head of detention facility in Issyk-Kul district accused of extortion - | 24.KG
The former head of a temporary detention facility of the Internal Affairs Department of Issyk-Kul district, Police Major T.K.A., has been detained, the State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan (SCNS) reported. According to it, investigators uncovered a scheme involving the extortion of m»»»
Betrayed by America: Syria’s Kurds brace for life without US
As Damascus announces a 15-day extension of its ceasefire, the clock is ticking for Syria’s Kurdish-led forces. With the United States reportedly reconsidering its military presence and pressure mounting on the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) to integrate into the national army, the coming weeks cou»»»
Teacher training discussed at Ministry of Education with Edil Baisalov - | 24.KG
A meeting on teacher training and professional development was held at the Ministry of Education of Kyrgyzstan. According to the ministry’s press service, the meeting was attended by Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Edil Baisalov, Minister of Education Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva, Minister of »»»
Germany offers 1 mn euro reward for Berlin blackout culprits
Berlin: Germany is offering a one million euro ($1.2 million) reward for information leading to the arrest of suspected far-left militants whose arson attack caused a massive blackout in Berlin, the interior minister said Tuesday. The electricity outage left roughly 45,000 homes and 2,200 businesse»»»
Orbán's grand strategy until 2040: Luring Western European Christians en masse to Hungary
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Airlines pay out millions after initially rejecting claims
Airlines are paying out millions of pounds in compensation to passengers every year after initially saying no, as consumer groups accuse firms of trying to put customers off making claims for severe delays or cancellations. Almost £11m was paid in the year to October 2025 to passengers whose claims»»»
MECh MP Rastashki Labels National Assembly Chair Nazaryan, Figures Installed by Status Quo as "Unacceptable" Caretaker PM Options
National Assembly Chair Raya Nazaryan and figures imposed by the status quo are not unacceptable as caretaker prime minister, Morality, Unity, Honour (MECh) MP Hristo Rastashki told journalists in parliament on Tuesday ahead of a sitting of the Constitutional and Legal Affairs Committee, when asked»»»
Fed Expected to Keep Rates Unchanged as Chair Powell Pivots Back to Economics
After two weeks of intense political and legal scrutiny, the Federal Reserve will seek to make this week's meeting about interest rates as straightforward and uneventful as possible, though President Donald Trump probably still won't like the result. The central bank's interest rate-setting committ»»»
Iran’s Crackdown Has Killed at Least 6,126 People, Activists Say as Country’s Currency Plunges
Iran's bloody crackdown on nationwide protests killed at least 6,126 people while many others still are feared dead, activists said Tuesday, as a US aircraft carrier group arrived in the Middle East to lead any American military response to the crisis. Iran's currency, the rial, meanwhile fell to a»»»
Six on-duty Kerala cops suspended for consuming alcohol
Thiruvananthapuram: Six police personnel attached to the Kazhakkoottam Police Station in Thiruvananthapuram have been suspended following an incident of public drinking that has embarrassed the force and triggered sharp scrutiny from senior officers. The suspended personnel have also been directed »»»
Amir and Chairman of Sudanese Sovereignty Council hold official talks
Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani and Chairman of the Transitional Sovereignty Council of the Republic of the Sudan HE Lt. Gen. Abdel Fattah Al Burhan held an official meeting at the Amiri Diwan on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. At the beginning of the meeting, HH the Amir welcom»»»
Caretaker PM Must Be Kept as Far as Possible from Peevski’s Influence, CC-DB Co-Floor Leader Iordanova Says
Speaking to reporters in Parliament on Tuesday, Continue the Change-Democratic Bulgaria (CC-DB) Co-Floor Leader from Democratic Bulgaria Nadejda Iordanova said that the caretaker prime minister must be kept as far as possible from the influence of Movement for Rights and Freedoms – New Beginning le»»»
Dinar-to-euro exchange rate at RSD 117.4073
BELGRADE - The Serbian dinar's official median exchange rate against the euro is 117.4073 dinars for one euro on Tuesday, which is a slight change relative to Monday, the National Bank of Serbia said. The dinar is steady against the euro m-o-m, down by 0.2 pct y-o-y and down by 0.1 pct relative to »»»
Vucic: Relations between Serbs, Bosniaks key for Balkans' future
BELGRADE - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said on Tuesday he had always believed the relations between Belgrade and Sarajevo were important and that he now believed so even more, and noted that the relations between the Serbs and Bosniaks were key for the future of the Balkans. In an interview »»»
Russian Forces Liberate Kupyansk-Uzlovaya Settlement in Kharkov Region
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Zapad battlegroup of the Russian armed forces has liberated the Kupyansk-Uzlovaya settlement in the Kharkov region, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Tuesday. "As a result of the active offensive actions of the units of the Zapad battlegroup, the Kupyansk-Uzlovaya settleme»»»
Palestinian infant dies from extreme cold in Gaza, bringing the toll of child deaths to 11 since the start of winter - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Israeli Terror Escalates: Martyrs in Strikes as Gliders Rain Explosives in South Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Bassil warns Hezbollah against 'crime' of implicating Lebanon in 'new destruction'
Free Patriotic Movement chief Jebran Bassil on Tuesday strongly criticized Hezbollah in the wake of Sheikh Naim Qassem’s latest remarks about supporting Iran. “The basis of the Memorandum of Understanding (between the FPM and Hezbollah) was to Lebanonize Hezbollah’s choices and weapons through part»»»
Iran’s Currency Falls to Record Low After Nationwide Protests Sparked by Economic Woes
Iran’s currency, the rial, fell on Tuesday to a record low of 1.5 million to $1 after nationwide protests sparked by the country’s economic woes. Exchange shops offered the rate as Iran still reels under international sanctions, particularly over its nuclear program, and mismanagement by government»»»
New substation commissioned in Nookat district of Osh region - | 24.KG
Energy Minister of Kyrgyzstan Taalaibek Ibraev commissioned the 35/10 kilovolt T. Kulatov substation and transmission line in Nookat district of Osh region. The Ministry of Energy’s press service reported. According to the press service, the new power facility will provide electricity to 1,820 cons»»»
Four Bulgarian Regions on the Verge of Flu Epidemic
In Bulgaria, four regions are currently in a pre-epidemic situation for influenza, according to Prof. Iva Hristova, director of the National Center for Communicable and Parasitic Diseases (NCPD). The affected areas are Sliven, Targovishte, Montana, and Pleven, where rising morbidity levels suggest »»»
India and EU clinch 'mother of all deals' in historic free trade agreement
After nearly two decades of negotiations, India and the European Union announced Tuesday they have reached a free trade agreement to deepen economic and strategic ties. The accord — dubbed the "mother of all deals" — could impact as many as 2 billion people. The deal is also one of the biggest bila»»»
Iran's currency falls to record low after nationwide protests sparked by economic woes
Iran's currency, the rial, fell on Tuesday to a record low of 1.5 million to $1 after nationwide protests sparked by the country's economic woes. Exchange shops offered the rate as Iran still reels under international sanctions, particularly over its nuclear program, and mismanagement by government»»»
Watch: How a Dubai school recreated Delhi-style Indian Republic Day parade
Dubai: A Dubai school on Monday pulled off a miniature replica of New Delhi’s iconic Republic Day cultural parade, with even more participants than the original event in the Indian capital. The Indian High Group of Schools brought together 7,000 students at its Oud Metha campus on January 26, 2026,»»»
Heavy rain sparks dangerous wadi flows as Oman urges public to stay alert
Dubai: Oman’s Civil Defence and Ambulance Authority (CDAA) has urged the public to exercise extreme caution and comply with official safety instructions as heavy rainfall continues to affect parts of the Sultanate, leading to active and potentially dangerous wadi flows. In a statement, the authorit»»»
S. Korea calls China's removal of steel tower in Yellow Sea 'meaningful progress' - UPI.com
South Korea on Tuesday called China's decision to remove a disputed steel structure from overlapping waters in the Yellow Sea "meaningful progress." The subject came up during President Lee Jae Myung's (L) summit with Chinese President XI Jinping in Beijing in early January. Photo by Yonhap/EPA Jan»»»
Three French Tourists Killed as Boat Capsizes off Oman
A boat carrying French tourists capsized off the shore of Oman on Tuesday, police said, killing three people and injuring two others. The boat overturned 2.5 nautical miles (4.6 kilometers) from Sultan Qaboos Port in the capital Muscat "carrying a group of 25 French tourists including the tour guid»»»
Syria showcases leading food industry at Gulfood 2026 in Dubai
Dubai, Jan. 27 (SANA) Thirty-nine Syrian food companies are participating in Gulfood 2026, one of the world’s largest and most influential food and beverage exhibitions, held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Manhal al-Fares, director of the Syrian Local Production and Exports Support and Development»»»
Tunisia-Benin: CEPEX to host Tunisian-Beninese business meetings, Feb. 10
Tunis, Jan. 27, 2026 (TAP) – Tunisian-Beninese B2B meetings are scheduled for February 10 at the Exporters’ House, organized by the Export Promotion Center (CEPEX).Backed by CEPEX’s representative office in Nigeria, the meetings will bring together...»»»
HoR will not impose taxes on essential goods – but still studying and reviewing the idea
Libya’s Benghazi based parliament, the House of Representatives (HoR), confirmed in a statement yesterday that it will not impose any taxes or fees on basic and necessary goods for citizens. However, it indicated that, nevertheless, the matter is still under study and review by the competent autho»»»
India-EU free trade pact: What changes, why it's ‘mother of all deals’
Dubai: After nearly two decades of negotiations, India and the European Union have concluded a free trade agreement, linking two of the world’s largest economies in a pact that leaders on both sides described as a strategic and commercial turning point. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Ch»»»
Nipah virus scare? Watch Tovino Thomas' Virus to see how Kerala beat the deadly outbreak
Dubai: Nipah virus has quietly returned to newsroom conversations not as panic, but as a question mark. Weirdly, I already know a bit about it (fruit bats are carriers, contaminated jackfruits, all those vague markers), thanks to a gripping 2019 Malayalam medical procedural thriller I watched a few»»»
Two arrested for robbing businesses in western Attica
Two men, aged 19 and 21, were arrested last week for robbing at least 17 businesses in Western Attica since 2025. Police said the suspects’ method involved scouting stores in advance, wearing masks and hoods during the robberies, and threatening staff with firearms or knives. In some cases, they st»»»
Israeli strike targets motorbike in Batoulay, killing one person
A man was killed Tuesday in an Israeli airstrike on his motorcycle in the southern town of Batoulay. The Israeli army said it has targeted a Hezbollah member in the southern town of Deir Qanoun. Earlier on Tuesday, the Israeli artillery shelled the southern border town of Yaroun and drones dropped »»»
Kyrgyzstan sues Russia in EAEU court over migrant agreement - | 24.KG
Kyrgyzstan has filed a lawsuit in the EAEU court over Russia’s failure to implement the migrant agreement. Azamat Mukanov, Chairman of the Compulsory Medical Insurance Fund, announced at a meeting of the Parliament’s Committee on Labor, Healthcare, Women’s Affairs, and Social Issues during a discus»»»
US considering precision strikes on ‘high-value’ Iranian officials – media
The US is weighing precision strikes on Iranian officials and military commanders it believes to be responsible for the deaths of demonstrators during the anti-government protests in the country, Middle East Eye (MEE) has reported, citing an unnamed Gulf official. Iran was rocked by violent riots e»»»
Backing small business
by Ahmed El-Mahdi: A new business strategy in the form of a Ministry of Entrepreneurs could inject new life into the national economyEstablishing a bank to be owned by the new Ministry of Entrepreneurs … Enforcing the country by law to buy 10 per cent of the products … Connecting the new ministry w»»»
American University Sharjah alumni return to campus, marking 25 years
Sharjah: American University of Sharjah (AUS) held its Alumni Reunion 2026 on Saturday, January 24, at the AUS Main Plaza, bringing graduates back to campus for an evening of networking and community engagement. The event was held under the patronage of Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Preside»»»
HMC advances breast reconstruction surgery using latest microsurgical techniques
Doha, Qatar: The Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) continues to achieve significant advancements in breast reconstruction surgery, reinforcing Qatar’s position as a regional and international leader in highly specialized reconstructive care. In rece»»»
Over 1,300 food samples tested during QIFF to ensure safe food festival experience
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Public Health intensified its monitoring efforts during the Qatar International Food Festival 2026, which recently concluded. This initiative formed part of the Ministry’s ongoing commitment to protecting public health and enhancing food safety at major events and large»»»
Carmistin The Food Company joins Gulfood Dubai, one of the world’s leading food trade fairs
Carmistin The Food Company is taking part, for the first time, in Gulfood Dubai, a landmark event for the global food industry, taking place between 26 and 30 January 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Center and Dubai Exhibition Centre. The company’s presence at this international trade fair marks a st»»»
Caretaker PM Should Not Be a Political Figure, National Assembly Chair Nazaryan Says
A political figure should not serve as caretaker prime minister because there must be a sense of impartiality, National Assembly Chair Raya Nazaryan said on Tuesday following a meeting with President Iliana Iotova, held as part of the talks on forming a caretaker government. Nazaryan added that no »»»
Lebanese Health Ministry says citizen martyred by Israeli drone strike on Batoulai southern town - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Israeli glider drops stun grenade on a neighborhood in Mays Al-Jabal border town: Al-Manar reporter - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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North Korea fires short-range ballistic missiles toward East Sea - UPI.com
North Korea launched multiple short-range ballistic missiles toward the East Sea on Tuesday afternoon, Seoul’s military said. In this photo, people watch news of the launch at a train station in Seoul. Photo by Jeon Heon-kyun/EPA SEOUL, Jan. 27 (UPI) -- North Korea launched multiple short-range bal»»»
Bulgaria: Nazaryan Confirms She Will Not Serve as Caretaker Prime Minister, Yotova Seeks Neutral Leadership
Following consultations with President Iliana Yotova, Speaker of the 51st National Assembly Raya Nazaryan confirmed that she will not take the role of caretaker Prime Minister. Both Nazaryan and Yotova agreed that the candidate for acting Prime Minister must be a politically neutral figure with a s»»»
Sly Dunbar, prolific legend of reggae, dies aged 73
Reggae legend Sly Dunbar, who played with everyone from Bob Marley to The Rolling Stones, has died at the age of 73. One of the genre's most revered drummers, he played on tracks such as Bob Marley's Punky Reggae Party and Dave and Ansell Collins' classic, Double Barrel. However, he was better know»»»
Global Village to bring Emirati ‘Haq Al Laila’ tradition to life in four-day celebration
Dubai: Global Village will stage a four-day celebration of the Emirati tradition of “Haq Al Laila” from January 31 to February 3, offering visitors an immersive cultural experience that honours one of the UAE’s oldest social customs rooted in generosity, joy and shared heritage. Also Read: Hag Al L»»»
Oil demand to stay above 100m bpd through 2040, says Dr Al Jaber
Dubai: Global oil demand will remain above 100 million barrels per day through 2040, with demand for both liquefied natural gas and electricity set to grow by 50% or more, according to Dr Sultan Al Jaber, UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, and Managing Director and Group CEO of ADNOC»»»
Gaza ceasefire moves into tricky new phase as Israel recovers last hostage remains
Israel brought home the remains of the last hostage in Gaza on Monday, closing a painful chapter for the country and clearing the way for the next and more challenging phase of its ceasefire with Hamas. The next step is likely to be the reopening of Gaza's border with Egypt, enabling Palestinians t»»»