Korean chipmaker SK hynix launches semiconductor-themed snack with 7-Eleven - UPI.com
South Korean tech giant SK hynix on Wednesday introduced Honey Banana Mat chips, a crunchy snack meant to resemble semiconductors, in collaboration with 7-Eleven. Photo courtesy of SK hynix SEOUL, Nov. 26 (UPI) -- South Korean tech giant SK hynix, the world's leading high-bandwidth memory chipmaker»»»
Agricultural, Forestry Sector Employees Hold Protest to Demand Salary Increase
Employees of the agriculture and forestry sector protested on Wednesday in Sofia demanding an increase in salaries. The protest was organized by the National Federation of Agriculture and Forestry of the Podkrepa Confederation of Trade Unions. Anelia Ivanova, Chairwoman of the Federation, emphasize»»»
Armenia’s economic growth accelerates to 10.5% in September, World Bank says
Armenia’s economy accelerated sharply in September, posting 10.5% year-on-year growth driven by manufacturing and metals production, the World Bank said in its latest monthly update. The September result was a rebound from 7.5% growth in August, pushing cumulative expansion for the first nine month»»»
Croatia unveils €1.68bn plan to shield households as climate policies tighten
Croatia has announced a €1.68bn social climate plan aimed at protecting vulnerable households and helping citizens shoulder the cost of the green transition, as the country prepares for new EU carbon pricing rules affecting buildings and transport. The plan, presented on November 25 at a session of»»»
Landslides and Flash Floods on Indonesia’s Sumatra Leave at Least 17 Dead
Rescuers recovered more bodies in the search for dozens of people buried under landslides or swept away after torrential rains unleashed flash floods and triggered landslides on Indonesia’s Sumatra island, increasing the death toll to 17 and leaving six people missing, officials said Wednesday. Res»»»
Why India’s Nithari ‘House of Horrors’ case still haunts the country — and why many say justice was denied
Dubai: Surender Koli, the main accused in the 2006 Nithari serial killings, was released from Kasna Jail in Greater Noida at 7.30 pm on November 13. For two decades, he carried the label of a “cannibal” who allegedly lured children to his employer’s home, killed them, and disposed of their remains.»»»
El-Sisi reveals Egypt’s biggest water treatment and desalination project
Egypt’s President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi has revealed an LE.70 billion water treatment and desalination project as part of Egypt’s water-security strategy. The President said on Monday that the Egyptian state would not allow the nation to be hit by a water shortage, pointing to steps taken to protect»»»
Tanzanian Foreign Minister meets Qatari Ambassador
Dodoma, Tanzania: The Minister of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation of the United Republic of Tanzania, H E Mahmoud Thabit Kombo met with Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Tanzania, HE Fahad Rashid Al Muraikhi. The meeting discussed cooperation relations between the two countries.»»»
Sary-Tash canal reconstructed: Water supply in Toktogul improved - | 24.KG
Reconstruction of Sary-Tash canal has been completed in Toktogul district of Jalal-Abad region, improving irrigation water supply for local farmers. The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan reported. The Sary-Tash canal, which is 3,500 meters long, has a c»»»
Dubai Safari Park: 50% discount on entry tickets for UAE National Day
Dubai: Dubai Safari Park is marking Eid Al Etihad with a special celebration themed 'United in Nature', giving UAE residents a 50 per cent discount on entry tickets. From November 29 to December 2, visitors can explore the park for Dh25 per person, with the Safari Bundle ticket, including the Explo»»»
Egyptian FM meets Aoun in Baabda amid Israeli escalation
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty met Wednesday in Beirut with President Joseph Aoun, as Israel escalated its attacks on Lebanon. He will also meet with Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, and Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri. Abdelatty had held talks with his Saudi, French, and Qatari counterparts ah»»»
Bengaluru couple ran fake Nandini ghee factory, arrested
Days after a massive fake ‘Nandini’ ghee racket was uncovered in Bengaluru, police on Wednesday arrested the alleged masterminds — a couple identified as Shivakumar and Ramya — who were running a full-fledged illegal manufacturing unit producing counterfeit ghee under the popular ‘Nandini’ brand of»»»
Thai court issues arrest warrant for Miss Universe co-owner
Bangkok, Thailand: A Thai court has issued an arrest warrant for the media mogul co-owner of the Miss Universe beauty pageant over alleged fraud worth $930,000, a court official told AFP on Wednesday. This year's Miss Universe contest concluded last week after a streak of scandal including a tantru»»»
Municipalities Association Board Confirms Silvia Georgieva for Third Term as Executive Director
The Management Board of the National Association of Municipalities in the Republic of Bulgaria (NAMRB) confirmed Silvia Georgieva for a third term as the Association’s Executive Director, the NAMRB said in a press release on Wednesday. The decision was taken following the presentation of a report o»»»
Photo Exhibition 'Liberation. Peace to the Nations' Opens in Seoul
The Chungdam (Vivian Choi) Art Gallery in Seoul has hosted the official opening of the photo exhibition “Liberation. Peace to the Nations,” organized with the support of Pushkin House in Seoul. The exhibition highlights the joint struggle of the Soviet and Korean peoples against Japanese militarism»»»
Former Director of Long-Term Investment Portfolio’s Housing Company for Tourism and Hotel Investments to be detained for misappropriation of US$ 15 million
The Attorney General’s Office reported yesterday that the investigating authority has ordered the detention of a former director of the Housing Company for Tourism and Hotel Investments, a subsidiary of the long-term investment portfolio. The Deputy Prosecutor, at the Attorney General’s office, fol»»»
Fire traps people in Hong Kong high-rise
Hong Kong: A fire that sent up a column of flames and thick smoke trapped people in a high-rise Hong Kong housing complex on Wednesday, news reports said. At least one person was severely burned, reports said. The fire spread on bamboo scaffolding set up around the exterior of the complex in the ci»»»
Book by Kazakhstan’s President about his father presented in Osh city - | 24.KG
Presentation of a book by Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev A Word About My Father translated into Kyrgyz, took place in Osh city. The Ministry of Culture and Information of Kazakhstan reported. The book is dedicated to Kemel Tokayev — an outstanding writer, public figure, and founder of»»»
Kyrgyzstan consumes up to ten tons of trout annually - | 24.KG
In recent years, fish farming, particularly trout farming, has been rapidly developing in Kyrgyzstan. Increased domestic demand and the growing number of farms are contributing to the sustainable development of the industry, the Ministry of Agriculture reports. According to industry experts, the pr»»»
Everything to know about the Yomaty certificate from Banque Misr
Banque Misr has announced the launch of the Yomaty Certificate of Deposit, currently the highest-yielding savings certificate in the Egyptian market for 2025. This certificate is part of the bank’s efforts to provide flexible savings solutions that meet customer needs amidst economic changes and a »»»
No, this robot wasn’t made in Burkina Faso
A robot presented during Ouagadougou's Digital Week was presented on social media as being fully designed in Burkina Faso. It was actually imported from China. The opening of the Digital Week in Ouagadougou on November 18, a major event in the Burkinabe tech landscape, was marked by the sensational»»»
Putin Notes Kyrgyzstan Is Reliable Partner for Russia Under Japarov's Leadership
Moscow notes that Kyrgyzstan is a reliable partner of Russia under the leadership of Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday. "We are pleased to note that the republic, under your leadership, is a stable, reliable partner from a domestic political point of»»»
Putin: Joint Military Base in Kyrgyzstan Important for Ensuring Stability in Region
BISHKEK, November 26 (Sputnik) - The joint Russian military base in Kyrgyzstan is an important factor in ensuring stability in the region, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday. "We pay special attention to cooperation in the field of security. The joint Russian military base located i»»»
Secretary-General Selection Process Begins at UN
The search for the next Secretary-General of the United Nations launched Tuesday, as member states were invited to send nominations to replace Antonio Guterres for the term starting in 2027. In a letter from UN leaders to 193 member states, the 80-year-old global intergovernmental organization is s»»»
Now, you can hail fully driverless robotaxis in Abu Dhabi – Here’s how to book it
Abu Dhabi: The future of mobility is here, and UAE residents and visitors will be among the first in the world to experience it. After a long wait, WeRide and Uber have launched the Middle East’s first Level 4 fully driverless Robotaxi commercial service in Abu Dhabi, making it the first city outsi»»»
Zakaria and Singh Crowned Champions at the Daly College SRFI Indian Open
The Daly College SRFI Indian Open came to a dramatic close in Indore, as teenage sensations Mohamad Zakaria and Anahat Singh captured the men’s and women’s titles with performances that showcased the future of world squash. Set against the striking, colour-lit façade of Daly College’s historic main»»»
Breaking news – PM Orbán's convoy involved in accident, several bodyguards hospitalised
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Abu Dhabi shines with decorations for the 54th union day
Abu Dhabi is gearing up to celebrate the 54th Union Day on December 2, 2025, as the Abu Dhabi City Municipality adorns the capital’s streets and surrounding areas with thousands of flags and intricate geometric and light formations. The decorations mark the official start of preparations for the 54»»»
EU urgently working on a bridge loan for Ukraine if Reparation Loans deal fails
The ongoing discussions on a possible US sponsored peace deal to end the Ukraine war has put fresh pressure on the EU to come up with a solution to Ukraine’s acute funding shortfall. As part of the US 28-point peace plan (28PPP), Russia’s $300bn of frozen assets may be used to seed several reconstr»»»
Borissov Insists Bulgaria Will Enter the Eurozone on January 1 Despite Protests
GERB leader Boyko Borissov declared in parliament that Bulgaria will enter the eurozone on January 1, stressing that ongoing demonstrations by the opposition will not alter the timeline. He responded to calls for protests from Ivaylo Mirchev, Bozhidar Bozhanov and Martin Dimitrov from "We Continue »»»
Bulgaria Probes 'Greatness' Party Over Alleged Fraud and Money-Laundering Network
The Anti-Corruption Commission in Bulgaria has launched a wide-ranging investigation into an alleged property fraud and money-laundering network connected to the "Greatness" (Velichie) political party. According to information from Bulgarian media, several people have been detained as part of the o»»»
Skibidi Your 6-7: AFP's Five Words of the Year
From 6-7 to skibidi and delulu, 2025 was the year when Generation Alpha slang entered everyday language and dictionaries with a vengeance. But the digital native children of the 21st century had to compete with a plethora of tech terms -- not to mention US President Donald Trump, who also exerted h»»»
Israeli Army Announces New Operation in Northern West Bank
The Israeli military on Wednesday announced a new "counterterrorism" operation in the north of the occupied West Bank. The military and internal security service said in a joint statement that they "began operating as part of a broad counterterrorism operation in the area of northern Samaria", usin»»»
EU urgently working on a bridge loan for Ukraine if Reparation Loans deal fails
The ongoing discussions on a possible US sponsored peace deal to end the Ukraine war has put fresh pressure on the EU to come up with a solution to Ukraine’s acute funding shortfall. As part of the US 28-point peace plan (28PPP), Russia’s $300bn of frozen assets may be used to seed several reconstr»»»
EU urgently working on a bridge loan for Ukraine if Reparation Loans deal fails
The ongoing discussions on a possible US sponsored peace deal to end the Ukraine war has put fresh pressure on the EU to come up with a solution to Ukraine’s acute funding shortfall. As part of the US 28-point peace plan (28PPP), Russia’s $300bn of frozen assets may be used to seed several reconstr»»»
Bishkek to start using locally produced heating technology - | 24.KG
Locally manufactured heating equipment will be used in some residential buildings in Bishkek. Mayor of the capital Aibek Dzhunushaliev said in a video shared by the presidential press secretary, Askat Alagozov. According to the mayor, each heating unit has a capacity of 10 megawatts and operates on»»»
"Salam, asker!" — Vladimir Putin surprises honor guard at meeting in Bishkek - | 24.KG
A ceremonial official meeting took place at Yntymak Ordo residence in Bishkek between President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov and Russian President Vladimir Putin, who arrived in the country on a state visit. The Russian leader’s motorcade was accompanied by mounted cavalry. National flags of both co»»»
Syria meets INTERPOL president in Marrakech to review crime-fighting cooperation
Maj. Gen. Abdelqader Tahhan, Syria’s Deputy Minister of Interior for Security Affairs, held a bilateral meeting with Maj. Gen. Ahmed Nasser Al-Raisi, President of the International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL), on the sidelines of the 93rd INTERPOL General Assembly taking place in Marrak»»»
Russian Drones Injure 19, Cause Extensive Damage in Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia
Russian forces staged a mass drone attack on the southeastern Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia late on Tuesday, triggering fires, injuring 19 people and badly damaging buildings and vehicles, the regional governor said. Ivan Fedorov, posting on the Telegram messaging app, said the attack had destroye»»»
Trump says Lebanon 'at crossroad', lauds govt 'courage'
U.S. President Donald Trump has said that Lebanon is at a crossroad and has now a chance to draw a path to prosperity and stability. In a letter sent to President Joseph Aoun, on the occasion of Lebanon's Independence Day, Trump said he hopes to "deepen the U.S. partnership" with Lebanon. "Lebanon »»»
Extraordinary General Assembly Meeting of United Development Company approves the purchase of ‘Perlita Villas’ project and amends its Articles of Association
As part of its continuous efforts to expand and diversify its business portfolio, United Development Company (UDC), a leading Qatari public shareholding company and master developer of The Pearl and Gewan Islands, held its Extraordinary General Assembly Meeting on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at The»»»
Sanitary landfill to be built in Kemin district by 2031 - | 24.KG
The Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of Kyrgyzstan held its first meeting with the Korean company MYC Inc. (Make Your Climate), a subsidiary of South Korea’s Ministry of Climate, Energy, and Environment. As part of efforts to secure grant support from the Korean sid»»»
South Korean childbirths rise for 15th straight month - UPI.com
Nurses take care of newborns at a hospital in Goyang, near Seoul. The number of babies born in South Korea increased for the 15th month in a row, the Ministry of Data and Statistics said Wednesday. Photo by Yonhap SEOUL, Nov. 26 (UPI) -- The number of babies born in South Korea rose for the 15th st»»»
‘Like a mother’: Tributes flow as Indian school principal passes away in UAE
Teachers, students and community members gathered in an atmosphere of deep grief at the English Private School in Umm Al Quwain as they paid their final respects to Elizabeth Cherian – a visionary educator, mentor and community pillar who shaped generations over four decades. The school held a hear»»»
See Burj Khalifa New Year's Eve fireworks: What will it really cost you?
Every year, Dubai ushers the New Year in with a bright and beautiful sky show that illuminates our social media feeds and kicks off exuberant discussions for at least the first week. This year, it’s doing a little something different: you can choose to watch the grand show for free - albeit from a »»»
Landslides and Flash Floods on Indonesia’s Sumatra Leave at Least 10 Dead
Torrential rains unleashed flash floods and triggered landslides on Indonesia’s Sumatra island, killing at least 10 people and leaving six others missing, police said Wednesday. Rescue teams were struggling to reach affected areas in six regencies of North Sumatra province after the monsoon rains o»»»
FIFA chief, happy to receive Lebanese citizenship, wants to build stadium in Beirut
President Joseph Aoun informed FIFA President Gianni Infantino of his approval to grant him Lebanese citizenship, the head of the Lebanese Football Association told AFP. "The President informed (Infantino) of the decree and the requirements of the file in order to complete its implementation," Hash»»»
Bobotis+Bobotis Architects enter Romanian market with contemporary design approach and forward-thinking sustainable innovation
Athens-based architecture firm Bobotis+Bobotis Architects has officially entered the Romanian market, marking an important step in its international growth strategy. With a portfolio that spans residential, commercial, cultural, and infrastructure projects, the firm is renowned for blending timeles»»»
Qatar takes part in high-level meeting of Arab-German Chamber of Commerce
BERLIN: The State of Qatar participated in a high-level economic meeting organized by the Ghorfa Arab-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Frankfurt, Germany. The meeting aimed to explore avenues of cooperation between the two sides, with a focus on highlighting German and European investment»»»
Formation of common financial market within EAEU discussed in Moscow - | 24.KG
Formation of a common financial market within the EAEU was discussed in Moscow. The Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) reported. According to the EEC, the practical formation of the Union’s common financial market, in particular the application of the differentiated approach to harmonizing financia»»»