Housing prices in Kyrgyzstan’s capital increased by 26.8 percent in 2025. The press service of the State Agency for Land Resources, Cadastre, Geodesy and Cartography reported. The agency noted that during the reporting period, average prices for apartments and residential houses rose in both Bishke»»»

The US on Wednesday said it was issuing a blanket suspension of immigrant visa processing for applicants from 75 countries including Russia, Iran, Brazil, Egypt, Thailand, Nigeria and Somalia. The freeze will begin on January 21 with no set time for it to end. The United States said Wednesday »»»

Dubai: Morning commuters faced widespread delays on Thursday after multiple traffic accidents and heavy congestion brought key routes between Dubai and Sharjah to a standstill. Several traffic incidents were reported during peak hours on Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311), one of the busiest cor»»»

President Donald Trump claimed on Wednesday that executions in Iran may have been halted, citing unnamed sources, even as the Iranian government intensified warnings of rapid trials and possible executions for thousands of detainees amid ongoing protests. President Donald Trump made a vague stateme»»»

All 15 members of a Palestinian committee intended to administer post-war Gaza have been agreed upon by the parties included in the US-brokered ceasefire plan, Egypt's foreign ministry said on Wednesday. The US said the plan was ready to move into its second phase with the goal of disarming Hamas, »»»

Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan Bakyt Torobaev held a meeting with the heads of relevant government agencies, presidential plenipotentiary representatives in the regions, and district state administration leaders, the Cabinet’s press service reported. According to the pres»»»

Bishkek has been among the most polluted cities in the world for 24 hours, according to the World Air Quality ranking. By the morning of January 15, the capital of Kyrgyzstan had risen to second place. The city’s status is listed as «very unhealthy.» According to the website, the air quality index »»»

€10 more at the Louvre museum, €3 more at the Palace of Versailles... tourists visiting France from outside the European Union now have to pay significantly higher entrance fees at some of the most popular sites in the country.  This after a recent daytime heist at the Louvre exposed shortcomi»»»

China's customs administration unveiled its latest trade data this Wednesday and announced that the country saw a record trade surplus last year, topping $1.19 trillion, which is about 20 percent higher than in 2024. Exports continued to surge, showing the Chinese economy's reliance on supplying ex»»»

NASA carried out its first medical evacuation from the International Space Station after an astronaut required care, bringing four crew members back to Earth earlier than planned. The early return temporarily reduces the station crew, limiting spacewalks until a replacement team arrives. An as»»»

The US State Department dropped an immigration nuclear bomb: complete – and indefinite – visa processing freeze (or “pause”) for citizens from 75 countries including Russia, Iran, Afghanistan, Somalia, Brazil, Nigeria, Thailand, and others. The pause kicks in on Wednesday (January 21, 2026). Why th»»»

The United Kingdom temporarily withdrew British staff from its embassy in Iran due to the worsening security situation, with the Tehran mission now operating remotely, the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office announced on January 14. »»»

Britain advised against all but essential travel to Israel and the Palestinian territories, and warned of heightened risk of regional tension that could lead to travel disruption and unanticipated impacts, the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office reported late on January 14. »»»

Britain advised against all but essential travel to Israel and the Palestinian territories, and warned of heightened risk of regional tension that could lead to travel disruption and unanticipated impacts, the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office reported late on January 14. »»»

The United States will freeze immigrant visa processing for 75 countries starting on January 21 as part of efforts to prevent applicants deemed likely to rely on public benefits from entering the country, Fox News Digital reported on January 14. »»»

The United States will freeze immigrant visa processing for 75 countries starting on January 21 as part of efforts to prevent applicants deemed likely to rely on public benefits from entering the country, Fox News Digital reported on January 14. »»»

Dubai: As it marks its 10th edition, the Xposure International Photography Festival is shifting focus from instant imagery to lived experience. Held from January 29 to February 4 at Aljada, Sharjah, Xposure 2026 unfolds under the theme A Decade of Visual Storytelling, asking a fundamental question:»»»

Tristar Group is all set to host the third edition of the Tristar Half Marathon on January 18 at Expo City Dubai, promising an exciting day for seasoned runners, beginners, and families alike. The event, which starts at 6.30am, features multiple categories including the 21km half marathon, 10km, 5k»»»

China has become the largest investor in Kyrgyzstan’s industrial sector. Data from the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) say. The bank reports that at year-end 2025, the volume of accumulated Chinese foreign direct investment (FDI) in Kyrgyzstan’s economy reached $2.1 billion. Investment activity fro»»»

New deadlines and standards for driver training have been announced in Kyrgyzstan by the Presidential Affairs Department. Under the updated regulations, new standards have been approved for Category B and Category C driver’s licenses. «For Category B, the training period will be 10 months, with a t»»»

Residents in Thailand's Ban Thanon Khot are accustomed to the rumbling of trains – rail is a key mode of transportation connecting the remote town with major cities. But on Wednesday, the mundane rhythm ended in tragedy. "The noise was abnormally loud. A huge, crashing sound," said school volunteer»»»

A secretariat will be established in Uzbekistan to develop cooperation within Central Asia—China format. The new body will coordinate the implementation of agreements, oversee joint projects, and serve as a permanent platform for dialogue between the countries of the region and China, Podrobno.uz r»»»

A Dubai civil court has ordered a man previously convicted of fraud in an Arab country to repay more than Dh10 million to a fellow national, after finding that he had swindled the victim out of $2.7 million by luring him into a fictitious investment scheme. The ruling also awarded the claimant Dh50»»»

Dubai: Saudi Arabia is expected to see rainfall across several regions over the coming week, with conditions continuing through Tuesday, January 20, according to the National Centre for Meteorology (NCM). The forecast, based on outputs from the Saudi numerical weather model, was accompanied by an a»»»

Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., speaks to reporters alongside Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., at the U.S. Capitol on January 07, 2026, in Washington, D.C. Republicans in the Senate on Wednesday voted against his Venezuelan war powers resolution. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Jan. 14 (UPI) -- Vice Presiden»»»

Dubai: Unsettled weather conditions are expected across the UAE today, with a chance of rainfall, falling temperatures in western areas, and strengthening winds that could bring blowing dust and reduced visibility, the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) said in its updated report. The forecast at»»»

Dubai: Iran has rolled out a far more aggressive and technologically advanced strategy to crush nationwide protests, signalling a major shift in how the Islamic Republic views domestic dissent — no longer as sporadic unrest, but as an extension of its recent war with Israel, CNN reported. What bega»»»

The US State Department announced on Wednesday that it will suspend the processing of immigrant visas for citizens of 75 countries, including Afghanistan, Iran, Russia, and Somalia. The move comes as part of the Trump administration’s effort to ensure immigrants are financially self-sufficient and »»»

Oil prices dropped 3% after US President Donald Trump killings of protesters in Iran had been "halted". The US President, however, added that he would "watch it and see" about threatened military action. Trump had repeatedly talked in recent days about coming to the aid of the Iranian people over t»»»

The US Department of State announced late on Wednesday (January 14, 2026) a suspension (or pause) of immigrant visa processing for applicants from 75 countries. 'Public charge' ruleThis measure, set to begin on January 21, 2026, is intended to allow reassessment of procedures related to the "public»»»

WASHINGTON: Days before the U.S. military operation that removed Venezuela’s Nicolás Maduro from power, Trump administration lawyers blessed the action by saying it would “not rise to the level of war in the constitutional sense” and would serve “important national interests,” according to a legal »»»

Washington: US President Donald Trump has said he has signed two new trade actions under Section 232. The moves target critical minerals and semiconductor imports. Also Read: US lawmakers introduce Congressional resolution to end 50% tariffs on IndiaWhite House Staff Secretary Will Scharf said the »»»

Tehran: The UK has temporarily closed its embassy in Tehran and withdrawn all diplomatic staff, citing a worsening security situation as tensions escalate following Iran’s violent crackdown on protests and mounting speculation over possible US military action. Also Read: Iran crisis: US calls on pe»»»

The European Union and South American bloc Mercosur are set to sign an agreement Saturday, more than 25 years in the making, to create one of the world's largest free trade areas. Agreed in Brussels last week despite opposition from European farmers who fear for their bottom line, the pact is final»»»

Copenhagen: Denmark’s Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen and Greenland’s top diplomat Vivian Motzfeldt have confirmed that the United States has agreed to establish a joint working group to examine possible ways forward on Greenland. They also acknowledged that concrete progress at this stage re»»»

Tehran: As tensions remain high amid protests in Iran, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Wednesday (local time) launched a scathing attack on US President Donald Trump, warning Washington not to repeat the past mistake, referring to American strikes against three nuclear facilities in Iran»»»

Actor Matthew McConaughey has filed recordings of his image and voice with US patent authorities to protect them from unauthorised usage by artificial intelligence platforms, a representative said Wednesday. Several video clips and audio recordings were registered by the commercial arm of the just »»»

For weeks, Somalia has been engaged in intense diplomatic efforts to rally international support after Israel recognised its breakaway region of Somaliland as an independent state. Through diplomatic outreach and high-level phone calls, Somalia's government has won the backing of many countries acr»»»

Lingo lesson: "Katiwalian" comes from Filipino/Tagalog word "tiwali" (crook) — perfect word for a system where everyone's yelling "kasalanan" (wrongdoing) but nobody's in handcuffs. Public outrage = 100%, actual jail time = 0.1%. Drama discountIn this high-theatre, low penalties scenario, every sca»»»

US President Donald Trump said Wednesday he had been told the killings of protesters in Iran had been halted, but added that he would "watch it and see" about threatened military action. Trump had repeatedly talked in recent days about coming to the aid of the Iranian people over the crackdown on p»»»

Elon Musk's platform X on Wednesday announced measures to prevent its AI chatbot Grok from undressing images of real people, following global backlash over its generation of sexualized images of women and children. X said it will "geoblock the ability" of all Grok and X users to create images of pe»»»

Ugandans are voting in an election which sees President Yoweri Museveni taking on a charismatic pop star in a bid to prolong his 40-year rule. The poll is essentially a two-horse race between Museveni and singer-turned-politician Bobi Wine, but given the president has won the six previous elections»»»

EU leadership is facing pressure to create a special negotiator role for talks with Russia, Politico reported Wednesday, citing diplomatic sources. The bloc’s foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, is known as a gaffe-prone Russia hawk who has for years outright refused to engage in diplomacy with Mosc»»»

KUWAIT, Jan 14 (KUNA) -- The Ministry of Education (MoE) concluded on Wednesday the end of the first semester exams for Grade 12 science students, with ongoing educational and administrative supervision.Science students sat for the chemistry exam, while arts students took the history exam. Arts stu»»»

KUWAIT, Jan 14 (KUNA) -- The price of Kuwaiti crude oil rose up 42 cents to USD 60.59 per barrel (pb) on Tuesday, compared to USD 60.17 pb the previous day, said Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) on Wednesday.In global markets, Brent crude futures climbed USD 1.60 to USD 65.47 pb, while U.S. West »»»

KUWAIT, Jan 14 (KUNA) -- The Public Authority for Disability Affairs (PADA), signed a cooperation agreement on Wednesday with Namaa Charity, affiliated with the Social Reform Society (SRS), to enhance joint efforts and improve facilities and services provided to persons with disabilities.Director G»»»

KUWAIT, Jan 14 (KUNA) -- The National Standing Committee for the Preparation of Reports and Follow-up to Human Rights-Related Recommendations held a meeting on Wednesday to coordinate the preparation of the fourth national report of the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights»»»

WASHINGTON, Jan 14 (KUNA) -- US President's Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff announced on Wednesday the launch of the second phase of the ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip.In a post on the social media platform X, Witkoff said, "On behalf of President Donald Trump, we announce tod»»»

KUWAIT, Jan 14 (KUNA) -- His Highness the Prime Minister, Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah sent a cable of condolence to the King of Saudi Arabia, Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, on the passing of the mother of Prince Shaqran bin Saud bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. (end) dss»»»

WASHINGTON, Jan 14 (KUNA) -- Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen said he and Greenlandic Foreign Minister Vivian Motzfeldt held talks with US Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington where they agreed to form a high-level working group on Greenland."We came »»»