The campaign for the free replacement of permanent driver’s licenses in Kyrgyzstan will end on March 31, the State Center for Registration of Vehicles and Drivers told 24.kg news agency. According to specialists, documents that do not indicate an expiration date can still be replaced until December»»»

Dubai: There is something quietly defiant about opening a 7,000-square-metre fashion store in the middle of the ongoing regional uncertainty. At the brand new Primark store in Dubai Mall, the first of its kind, racks are lined, tills are ready, and 601 employees stand poised for opening day. Outsid»»»

The regional conflict is increasingly impacting daily life in the UAE, from rising fuel and food cost pressures to disrupted travel and volatile oil markets. Authorities are enforcing price controls while schools remain online, reshaping family routines. Businesses and households adapt to uncertain»»»

Kyrgyz athletes won five medals at the international tournament dedicated to the memory of Kazakh SSR champion Manarbek Ikhsanov in Astana. Participants born in 2010-2011 competed for 14 medals. Kyrgyzstan was represented by 15 athletes.»»»

Dubai: Six people have been arrested in Kuwait for operating aerial drones without permits, in breach of regulations and prior warnings issued during the current period of heightened security, the Ministry of Interior said. In a media briefing, ministry spokesperson Brigadier General Nasser Bouslai»»»

More than three decades ago, when Dr Ludmila Vassileva arrived in the UAE, she brought medical expertise, and something more enduring: A belief that would come to mould her life’s work. A cardiologist by training, with a PhD rooted in the complexities of heart disease, her early research led her so»»»

Manila: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said the escalating conflict in the Middle East could push the Philippines and China to revisit long-stalled talks on joint oil and gas exploration in the South China Sea, despite ongoing territorial disputes. In an interview with Bloomberg, Marcos acknowledge»»»

Dubai: Unsettled weather conditions continue for the third day, with rainfall reported across the country as the UAE remains under the influence of a low-pressure system, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). The NCM said the country is affected by an extension of surface and upper»»»

Democrats are projected to win a special election for a Florida legislative district that includes Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago home in Palm Beach, marking another upset in the president's backyard. Democrat Emily Gregory, a first time candidate defeated Trump-backed Republican Jon Maples in a race fo»»»

If the price of oil hits $150 a barrel it will trigger a global recession, the boss of US financial giant BlackRock has told the BBC. Larry Fink, who leads the world's largest asset manager, said if Iran "remains a threat" and oil prices stay high it will have "profound implications" for the world »»»

Few geographic spaces illustrate the fragility of globalisation as starkly as the Strait of Hormuz. A narrow maritime corridor only 33 kilometres wide at its tightest passage, it remains one of the most consequential chokepoints in the international system. In 2026, renewed geopolitical tensions in»»»

Dubai: The impact of the Middle East conflict is moving steadily from global markets into household budgets, with early signs already visible in fuel and transport. Pressure is expected to build in stages, spreading across food, goods and services if disruptions persist. Sign up for our daily busin»»»

ABU DHABI: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a phone call from Dr Nataša Pirc Musar, President of the Republic of Slovenia, during which she condemned the continued Iranian terrorist attacks targeting the UAE and other countries in the region, including at»»»

The prospect of a major conflict in East Asia is no longer confined to strategic forecasts, as military planning across the region increasingly reflects scenarios involving China and North Korea. In response, countries closely aligned with the United States – Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan – are ac»»»

In a timely diplomatic outreach amid rising global concerns over energy security, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a telephone call from US President Donald Trump. Modi shared details of the conversation on X, describing it as a “useful exchange of views on the situation in West Asia.” »»»

As of 7:20 am Japan time (March 25, 2026), the global oil market is flashing signs of volatility with massive divergences across major crudes. While US and some producer benchmarks surge on supply fears, premium Middle East grades are sliding — painting a picture of a market under extreme geopoliti»»»

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SHARJAH: The Sharjah Civil Defence Authority has strengthened its field readiness in response to ongoing unstable weather conditions across the UAE, including heavy rain, strong winds, and reduced visibility, which may cause water accumulation in certain areas. These measures aim to ensure rapid em»»»

Tribune News Network Doha As part of its ongoing efforts to support the health sector in Qatar towards the goals of the National Health Strategy 2024-2030, Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) recently launched the Hakeem digital health platform and mobile app (for both iOS and Android), inspired by a»»»

QNA Doha Qatar’s Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MECC) has announced the resumption of nationwide grazing for sheep and goat following the end of the annual seasonal ban, which runs from December 1 to March 15. A ministry statement on Tuesday said the measure is in line with Ministerial»»»

QNA Doha The General Directorate of Civil Defence is holding awareness workshops on emergency safety guidelines for staff in educational institutions across Qatar. The four-day workshops convene at the Officers Club with the participation of almost 1,200 school managers and their deputies, alongsid»»»

Tribune News Network Doha In light of the recent developments in the region, Doha Film Institute (DFI) has moved the upcoming edition of Qumra online to ensure the safety and wellbeing of guests, projects and teams. The programme will continue to offer invaluable networking and mentorship support i»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Despite the exceptional circumstances, Qatar Charity (QC) brought joy to children in several countries worldwide through its Eid Clothing Project, with generous support of donors in Qatar. The project is part of QC’s Ramadan campaign ‘Good Starts with You’ which aims to st»»»

NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman speaks at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida on January 17. On Tuesday, he announced specific details about the agency's plans to build a permanent base on the moon. File Photo by Joe Marino/UPI | License Photo March 24 (UPI) -- NASA on Tuesday announced plans to »»»

QNA Doha Qatar’s air transport sector remains under “full operational control” despite heightened regional tensions and unprecedented risks to airspace safety, Acting President of the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA) Mohammed bin Faleh Al Hajri has said. In an interview with Qatar News Agency »»»