Collective Artists Network, India’s leading new-age media and entertainment powerhouse, participated at the 1 Billion Followers Summit in Dubai, marking a successful completion to one year of business in the UAE. Founder and Group CEO Vijay Subramaniam spoke on “Storytelling in 2030: What Technolog»»»

Doha: Old Doha Port has announced that the third edition of the Fishing Competition, scheduled to take place from March 25 to 27, 2026, will feature premium prizes exceeding QR600,000, including cars. The grand prize winner will receive a Tank 500, second place a Tank 300, and third place a Haval H»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Former Minister Mohammad Fneish: “There will be no discussion on the resistance’s role beyond the Litani River before the implementation of»»»

A promising new research on natural plant extracts has cited lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) and dandelion root as "potential cancer fighters", with reportedly better-than-chemotherapy rate of efficacy. Nicolas Hulscher, an epidemiologist, highlighted a study on how ethanolic lemongrass extract dr»»»

Jan. 13 (UPI) -- Police have arrested a 48-year-old man accused of being the driver of a box truck that was driven through a crowd protesting the Iranian government on Sunday in Los Angeles' Westwood neighborhood. Calor Madanescht was arrested Sunday and booked Monday on charges of reckless driving»»»

The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon said an Israeli tank fired near its peacekeepers on Monday, and warned that such attacks were becoming "disturbingly common". UNIFIL has repeatedly reported Israeli fire near or towards its personnel in recent months, and less than two weeks ago said gunf»»»

Doha, Qatar: Under the patronage of Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs H E Sheikh Mohamed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, and with the sponsorship of Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD), Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has announced that its field training 10th Disaster Management »»»

The Cabinet of Ministers approved a cooperation agreement in tourism sector between the governments of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Republic of Tajikistan. The document was signed on July 8, 2025 in Dushanbe. According to the resolution, the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic ha»»»

Doha, Qatar: Pakistan International School Qatar (PISQ) came alive with colours, flavours, and festive spirit as it has hosted an unforgettable Food Festival, “A Day of Taste & Aroma”. Students from all wings participated with extraordinary zeal and enthusiasm, transforming the school campus into a»»»

The shift to the euro in Bulgaria is proceeding more smoothly than many anticipated, according to Petar Ganev, senior economist at the Institute for Market Economics, who spoke to the Bulgarian National Radio. “Operationally, trade - particularly in large retail chains - and banking preparations ar»»»

Taxi drivers launched new 48-hour rolling strikes on Tuesday, protesting tax policies and the mandatory transition to electric vehicles, the Attica Taxi Drivers Union (SATA) said. SATA said the compulsory shift to electric cars threatens the sector’s survival without adequate charging infrastructur»»»

Bishkek City Hall responded to residents’ questions regarding the provision of social infrastructure in the village of Orto-Sai and adjacent areas of Oktyabrsky district during a discussion of the city’s draft master plan. According to the municipality, the master plan, taking into account the proj»»»

The leader of MRF - New Beginning, Delyan Peevski, has called for the resignation of Sofia Mayor Vasil Terziev, the party’s press centre said. For months, Bulgaria’s capital has been sinking into garbage and filth, Peevski said. “Who ordered this outrage? The answer is very simple – the Mayor of So»»»

Iran's rulers are confronting their most serious challenge since their own 1979 revolution. They're now countering on an unprecedented scale - a ferocious security crackdown and near total internet shutdown has been unleashed on a scale unseen in previous crises. Some of the streets once engulfed b»»»

For President Trump, it's decision time. Ten days ago, he said the US was prepared to go to the "rescue" of Iranian protesters if their government used violence against them. The US was, the president said, "locked and loaded and ready to go". That was before the violent crackdown in Iran had reall»»»

Dar Global and the Trump Organization announced on Monday the official launch of Trump Plaza Jeddah, valued at over $1 billion. Dar Global, a London-listed luxury real estate developer, said the project marks its third collaboration with the Trump Organization in the Kingdom. This landmark project,»»»

Doha: The Ministry of Culture’s Qatar Authors Forum (QFA) organised yesterday a workshop on the foundations of the art of the novel with Dr. Amir Taj El-Sir, running from January 12 to 15. The workshop aims to provide participants with a solid foundation in novel writing, from the initial idea thro»»»

A group of individuals organized private parties in Bishkek and later posted photos and videos from the events on social media, the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the capital reported. Locations of the parties changed each time and were held in rented premises. The police »»»

Alain Orsoni, who led the separatist Corsican Movement for Self-Determination before becoming the president of Corsican football club ‍AC Ajaccio, was killed by a long-range shot at his mother's funeral on the French island. Former ‍Corsican separatist leader ​Alain Orsoni was shot dead d»»»

Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Airways has been named the world’s safest full-service airline for 2026 by AirlineRatings, placing the UAE carrier at the top of a global list of 320 airlines assessed for safety, operations and product standards. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Ba»»»

Prize-winning Australian author Craig Silvey has appeared in court charged with possessing and distributing child exploitation material. Silvey, best known for his novel Jasper Jones, was arrested on Monday after police raided his home in Perth. Police alleged he was actively engaging with other ch»»»

Hundreds of fans and admirers are bidding farewell to Indian singer and actor Prashant Tamang, who rose to fame two decades ago after winning the third season of popular music reality show Indian Idol. Tamang, 43, who was from the hill town of Darjeeling in West Bengal state, died of a cardiac arre»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar will look to end their AFC U23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026 Group B campaign on a positive note when they face already-qualified Japan in Jeddah today. Eliminated after back-to-back defeats, Qatar are out of contention for a quarter-final place, but head coach Ilidio Vale (picture»»»

Doha, Qatar: A high-level session held yesterday as part of the Third Government Communications Forum underscored the pivotal role of government communication in supporting major national initiatives, advancing the priorities of Qatar National Vision 2030, and guiding public behaviour. Held under t»»»

Doha, Qatar: An e-book coordinated by a WCM-Q researcher which compiles the latest research into the use of fecal transplants to restore healthy gut microbiota has proven so successful it is to be relaunched in an expanded form next year. The e-book, titled, ‘Fecal Microbiota Transplants: challenge»»»

Oil prices extended gains on Tuesday as heightened concerns surrounding Iran and potential supply disruptions outweighed the prospect of increased crude supply from Venezuela. Brent futures rose 22 cents, or 0.3%, to $64.09 a barrel by 0430 GMT, hovering near a two-month high struck in the previous»»»

Wadi Ad Dawsir: Five-time Dakar winner Nasser Al Attiyah finished fifth in his Dacia but the Qatari retained the overall lead after the eighth stage of the Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia yesterday. Al Attiyah and his Belgian co-driver Fabian Lurquin completed the 483-kilometre circuit that started and»»»

Doha, Qatar: Fresh off the excitement of WTT Champions Doha 2026, the Lusail Sports Arena is once again set to host world-class table tennis action as WTT Star Contender Doha 2026 kicks off with qualifying rounds today. The six-day event, part of the 31st Qatar International Tennis Championships se»»»

Two mysterious cases involving Russian nationals have emerged in Cyprus over the past few days. A Russian embassy employee in Nicosia was found dead in his office last Thursday. Russian authorities immediately attributed AV Panov’s death to suicide and refused Cypriot police assistance in the inves»»»

President Donald Trump said on Monday any country that does business with Iran will face a tariff rate of 25% on any trade with the US, as Washington weighs a response to the situation in Iran which is seeing its biggest anti-government protests in years. "Effective immediately, any Country doing b»»»

Doha, Qatar: As appetizers go for FIBA Basketball World Cups, the first-ever Mini World Cup in Qatar is a big hit. Thirty-two secondary school teams have already squared off on the hardwood in the first round, aiming to become the champion of the inaugural competition. The second round gets underwa»»»

President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov signed a decree on urgent measures to improve the efficiency of vehicle technical inspections. The document aims to enhance road safety, improve service quality, and ensure price stability in the vehicle inspection sector. According to the decree, from January »»»

Doha: Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan H E Toshimitsu Motegi has stressed that the cooperative relationship between Japan and Qatar is exceptionally strong, bound by multifaceted and robust ties, and building upon this long-standing friendship. “It is crucial that the two countries further str»»»

Doha, Qatar: In a notable demonstration of operational excellence, Qatar Airways has earned significant recognition in the aviation industry through Cirium’s 2025 On-Time Performance Review, cementing its reputation as one of the world’s most reliable global carriers. The airline achieved an 84.42 »»»

Dubai: Canadian authorities have arrested a 43-year-old man at Toronto Pearson International Airport in connection with the country’s largest-ever gold theft, following his arrival on an international flight. Arsalan Chaudhary, who investigators say has no fixed address, was taken into custody by P»»»

The railway tracks in Bishkek are not planned to be relocated or removed. The City Hall said, commenting on the draft of the capital’s master development plan. The municipality explained that the railway is considered in the master plan as an alternative form of off-street passenger transport—a cit»»»

Doha, Qatar: Minister of Environment and Climate Change H E Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie has emphasised that effective government communication plays a central role in supporting Qatar’s environmental policies, protecting natural reserves, and promoting sustainability as a core na»»»

Dubai: You open your phone. There's a notification. It asks: "Are you dead?" No, this isn't a prank. It's the app that's breaking the internet right now and the conversation it's starting is making people stop and think about how we're really living. What even is this?"Are You Dead?" launched in Ma»»»

Chairman of Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council Dr. Rashad al-Alimi ordered on Monday the closure of all illegal prisons and detention centers in southern Yemen. The prisons are located in the governorates of Aden, Lahj and Dhaleh. Al-Alimi met in the Saudi capital Riyadh with Tobias Tunkel, Ge»»»

Doha, Qatar: The third Government Communications Forum opened yesterday with the participation of Their Excellencies ministers, decision-makers, and communications and media leaders from government and semi-government entities in the country. The two-day forum underscores the pivotal role of the go»»»

There are currently no strict deadlines for the paid replacement of permanent driver’s licenses in Kyrgyzstan. The State Center for Registration of Vehicles and Drivers under the Presidential Affairs Department informed 24.kg news agency. From January 15 to February 15, old permanent driver’s licen»»»

Law enforcement authorities detained fraudsters in Bishkek who posed as officers of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the ministry’s press service reported. According to the statement, in early 2026, a citizen K.A. contacted the ministry’s Internal Investigations Service, asking for action against »»»

A briefing by the Euro Coordination Centre will take place today at 11:00 a.m. in the Council of Ministers building, the Government press service announced. This will be the Centre’s second report to the media, following its first briefing on January 6, when the head of the Euro Coordination Centre»»»

The volume of industrial production lagged behind the one year earlier level by 5.4% in November 2025. The working day adjusted index is equal to the non-adjusted one. According to seasonally and working-day adjusted data, industrial output was 2.0% lower than in October 2025. Production volume dec»»»

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According to Bishkek’s master development plan, a new tram line is planned along Aaly Tokombaev Avenue—from 12th microdistrict toward the city center. The route is expected to continue along Kievskaya Street to Osh market. The City Hall explained that the order of implementation for tram infrastruc»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar has joined the Pax Silica Declaration, reinforcing its expanding role in global economic cooperation and strategic partnerships focused on growth and security across technology sectors and supply chain resilience. The framework signed yesterday by the Minister of State for Foreig»»»

A Republican House representative on Monday introduced legislation to authorize President Donald Trump to acquire or annex Greenland from Denmark. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Jan. 13 (UPI) -- Republican Rep. Randy Fine introduced legislation Monday authorizing President Donald Trump to»»»

The governing parties have proven that they are capable of protecting Hungary from even the greatest dangers, and another electoral victory would therefore be the strongest guarantee of staying out of the war and keeping migrants out of the country, Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó said on Monday i»»»

As of December 2025, there were 446 vacant positions in Bishkek’s general education institutions. The city’s Department of Education informed 24.kg news agency. According to the department, there are 119 general education schools in Bishkek, employing 10,197 teachers. In the summer, officials state»»»