MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The negotiations between the US and Ukrainian delegations in Florida were almost entirely focused on where the de facto border with Russia would be drawn under a peace deal, the Axios portal reported on Monday, citing two Ukrainian officials. On Sunday, US-Ukraine negotiations to»»»

Dubai: Singapore is tightening its grip on student smartphone use, requiring secondary school pupils to keep devices locked away throughout the entire school day starting January 2026—not just during lessons. The Ministry of Education (MOE) announced on Sunday, November 30, that phones and smartwat»»»

Work has been completed on fully asphalting a three-kilometer section of Orlovka—Chym-Korgon road in Kemin district. The press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications reported. The ministry reports that construction of this section, which has now been commissioned, was financed unde»»»

Due to the seasonal increase in acute respiratory viral infections (ARVI) and influenza cases, about 25 kindergartens in Bishkek have been closed for quarantine. The Department of Disease Prevention and State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance reported to 24.kg news agency. According to spec»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian armed forces have liberated at least 275 settlements in the special military operation zone since the beginning of 2025, Sputnik calculated based on data from the Russian Defense Ministry. As of September 25, Russian troops liberated and took control of 205 settlements. F»»»

The death toll in the floods which struck Indonesia last week has now climbed to more than 500, with rescue workers still battling to reach affected areas. The floods, which were caused by a rare cyclone that had formed over the Malacca Strait, have hit three provinces and impacted some 1.4 million»»»

Washington, USA: Amazon and Google announced the launch of a multi-cloud networking service, jointly developed to meet the growing demand for reliable connectivity at a time when even short-term internet outages can cause significant disruptions. The service allows customers to establish high-speed»»»

Doha, Qatar: In a year defined by creativity without borders, Years of Culture and Qatar Museums’ Public Art Department have taken JEDARIART, Qatar’s beloved public art programme, on a new journey across Latin America. This November, the project arrived in Chile and Argentina, transforming public s»»»

Russia’s manufacturing sector continued to contract in November, marking the sixth consecutive month of decline, as output levels fell at the fastest pace since April 2022 and new orders continued to weaken, S&P Global reported on November 28. (chart) The seasonally adjusted S&P Global Russia Manuf»»»

Former Prime Minister of Bangladesh Sheikh Hasina was sentenced to prison on Monday. File Photo by Keizo Mori/UPI | License Photo Dec. 1 (UPI) -- A Dhaka court sentenced former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, a British member of parliament and 14 others to prison on Monday, in a sprawling case revolv»»»

Moldova shut its airspace for about one hour late on November 28-29 after two Russian drones crossed its territory during a large strike on Ukraine, forcing flight diversions in the third such incident in nine days. Flights bound for Chisinau were diverted to Romania, while departures were grounded»»»

Officers from the Tax Service of Kyrgyzstan thwarted an attempt to illegally import gold jewelry into the country. Specifically, during a baggage check at Osh Airport, gold jewelry (bracelets, chains, and earrings) from EAEU member states with a total value of over 13.9 million soms was discovered »»»

Voting in the parliamentary elections concluded at 10 a.m. Bishkek time at the last polling station in San Francisco, USA. According to the Central Election Commission of Kyrgyzstan (CEC), overall voter turnout reached 36.9 percent—1,584,446 people voted. The preliminary list of the new composition»»»

The European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) said in a press release on Monday that its office in Sofia had filed an indictment against a former mayor and a former regional governor of Varna (on the Black Sea), as well as two public officials of the Executive Agency Maritime Administration, for f»»»

Singapore will impose a stricter ban on smartphones and smartwatches in secondary schools starting January, its education ministry said, part of a global push to combat digital distractions. Current guidelines in the city-state -- one of the world's most digitally connected populations -- bar secon»»»

Corruption remains one of Ukraine’s main problems, US President Donald Trump has said, while commenting on the prospects of brokering peace between Moscow and Kiev. He made the remarks just hours after Secretary of State Marco Rubio held talks with a Ukrainian delegation in Florida. Speaking to jou»»»

The European Public Prosecutor's Office (EPPO) in Sofia has filed formal charges against the former mayor of Varna, Ivan Portnih, the former regional governor Stoyan Pasev, and two officials from the Executive Agency "Maritime Administration" over alleged fraud involving the reconstruction of a fis»»»

Hong Kong: Hong Kong police said on Monday a total of 13 people had been arrested for manslaughter over a deadly fire that ripped through an apartment complex last week, killing at least 146. Director of Crime and Security of the Hong Kong Police Force, Chan Tung,said they "have immediately begun c»»»

Dubai: Actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu married filmmaker Raj Nidimoru on Monday morning in an intimate ceremony at the Linga Bhairavi Temple inside Sadhguru’s Isha Foundation, Coimbatore.Only around 30 close family members and friends attended the private wedding, making it one of the most discreet cele»»»

Dubai: The government of Sri Lanka has put in place special visa facilitation measures for travellers impacted by Cyclone Ditwah. The Department of Immigration and Emigration said, “Foreigners who were scheduled to depart Sri Lanka on or after November 28 but were unable to do so due to flight canc»»»

Varna Mayor Blagomir Kotsev, who returned to his office on Monday, said a new chapter was opening in the city's governance. Before entering City Hall, he told reporters that he would rethink much of the city's policy and the way dialogue is conducted in the Municipal Council, acknowledging that it »»»

Bitcoin fell back below $90,000 on Monday, extending losses after its steepest monthly decline since the 2021 crypto crash, as renewed risk aversion drove investors out of stocks and digital assets. The world’s largest cryptocurrency dropped 5% to $86,627, heading for its biggest one-day fall since»»»

Dubai: Saudi Arabia’s anti-corruption authority has arrested 112 government officials on charges of bribery, abuse of power and exploiting official positions across several key ministries, including Defence, Interior, Municipalities and Housing, Education and Health. In a statement, the Oversight a»»»

1/12A spectacular air display features at the celebration for 181 grooms from the Al Ain region at Al Jahili Fort. The group wedding is part of Eid Al Etihad festivities and supports the Year of the Family 2026, celebrating Emirati unity and heritage.WAM2/12Dubai Customs celebrated the 54th Eid Al »»»

A court in Bangladesh’s capital sentenced ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to five years in prison and her niece, British Labor Party lawmaker Tulip Siddiq, to two years in prison Monday for corruption involving a government land project. Rabiul Alam, the judge of Dhaka’s Special Judge’s Court, »»»

US officials met with a Ukrainian delegation in Florida to thrash out a timetable for presidential elections, the possibility of land swaps between Russia and Ukraine and other issues that remain unresolved on November 30. The delegation was led by Ukraine’s Defence Minister Rustam Umerov, who repl»»»

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Deaths and injuries from landmines and unexploded ordnance hit a four-year high in 2024, driven by conflicts in Syria and Myanmar as well as European countries moving to withdraw from the treaty banning their use, a new report showed on Monday. Over 6,000 incidents were recorded last year, includin»»»

Airbus fleets were returning towards normal operations on Monday after the European planemaker pushed through abrupt software changes faster than expected, as it wrestled with safety headlines long focused on rival Boeing. Dozens of airlines from Asia to the United States said they had carried out »»»

Early Thursday morning, two fatal accidents occurred on Sofia’s Metropolitan Ring Road, resulting in the deaths of a pedestrian and a police officer. The first incident took place at 1:40 a.m. on the Northern Tangent near Trebic. A 45-year-old truck driver from Serbia, operating a vehicle with Serb»»»

Dhaka: A Bangladesh court sentenced Sheikh Rehana - sister of former premier Sheikh Hasina - to seven years in prison Monday for corruption in a case involving the grabbing of lucrative plots in the capital. Rehana’s daughter Tulip Siddiq, who is a British lawmaker, was handed a two-year sentence i»»»

Sri Lanka and Indonesia deployed military personnel on Monday to help victims of devastating flooding that has killed nearly 1,000 people across four countries in Asia in recent days. Separate weather systems brought torrential, extended rainfall to the entire island of Sri Lanka and large parts of»»»

Dhaka, Bangladesh: A Bangladesh court has sentenced sister of former premier Sheikh Hasina, Sheikh Rehana to seven years in prison Monday for corruption in a case involving the grabbing of lucrative plots in the capital. Rehana's daughter, Tulip Siddiq, who is a British lawmaker, was handed a two-y»»»

The Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan has received five artificial lung ventilation (ALV) devices to strengthen neonatal care in Batken region. According to the ministry, the equipment was purchased by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). The total cost of the shipment exceeded $65,000. »»»

Oysters in Japan are dying en masse in parts of the country's top production area, likely due to warmer sea temperatures, officials said Monday. In some coastal areas surrounding the Seto Inland Sea in western Japan -- an area that accounts for more than three quarters of Japan's farmed oyster prod»»»

Gold prices steadied after hitting a six-week high on Monday as risk-off sentiment set the tone, with investors focused on a potential US rate cut later this month, while silver scaled a record high. Spot gold was up 0.1% at $4,235.59 per ounce as of 0645 GMT after touching its highest since Octobe»»»

Doha, Qatar: Nathan Davies, also known as “The Soccer Showman,” will attempt a new world record today, December 1, by performing a continuous “keepy-uppy” across Qatar, from Dukhan Beach to Doha Corniche, over a four-day journey spanning more than 100 kilometres. In football lingo, a keepy-uppy is »»»

Ajman: Horizon Egypt Developments, backed by Emirati investment led by Sheikh Dr Majid bin Saeed Al Nuaimi, Chairman of the Ajman Ruler’s Emiri Court, is set to transform New Cairo with the launch of the EGP 42 billion Royal Saeed Towers. The landmark project, spanning 28 acres, will feature a mix »»»

Flowers and an American flag are seen on Thursday, November 27, at the scene where two West Virginia National Guard members were shot near the White House in downtown Washington, D.C., a day prior. President Donald Trump on Sunday invited the families of the two National Guard members to the White »»»

Dubai: Emirates Post has released a special set of commemorative stamps to mark the UAE’s 54th Eid Al Etihad, celebrating the nation’s enduring legacy and the visionary leadership of the late Founding Father, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. The issuance recognises his foresight in building a uni»»»

Dubai: Every December, as the UAE’s skies turn crisp and clear, the UAE National Day brings with it a familiar kind of warmth, one that gathers Emiratis around tables, farms, freejs, and family homes in celebrations that feel both deeply personal and universally shared. The UAE marks its founding w»»»

Tunis, Dec. 1 (TAP) – The Presidency of the Government announced, on Sunday, the restructure of several public bodies in a bid to improve their performance while reinforcing the rights and freedoms enshrined in the Tunisian Constitution.In response...»»»

The winter tourist season was officially opened in Karakol on November 30. The ski resort of the same name announced its opening and readiness to welcome guests. Representatives of local government, the tourism industry, residents and visitors attended the ceremony. According to law enforcement age»»»

One lucky player has won the Euromillions jackpot for a life-changing sum of £157 million. The ticketholder, from France, can claim £157 million (or 179 million euros) after they correctly selected the five winning numbers and two lucky stars. It remains unknown who won the lottery prize, or if the»»»

Scientists have hailed the benefits of exercising early in life to lower the risk of your brain degenerating later. But new research suggests that even once you’re 45 or older, it’s not too late to try, CNN reported on Sunday. Having the highest levels of physical activity in midlife and late life »»»

US President Donald Trump confirmed Sunday he had recently spoken with Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro amid soaring tensions between the two countries, while Caracas slammed what it called US preparations for an attack. The United States is piling the pressure on Venezuela, with a major military b»»»

Starting today, a low-emission zone for vehicles is officially in effect in Sofia. Cars from the first and second ecological categories, considered the most polluting, are prohibited from entering the central areas of the city. The restrictions will remain in place until the end of February 2026, w»»»

Doha, Qatar: The stage is set for FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 with the opening match scheduled to kick off in a few hours. Over 700,000 tickets have been sold for the regional football showpiece that will see 16 teams compete for the prestigious title. The opening ceremony will begin at 5:30pm at Al B»»»

The minimum turnover tax is a barrier to investment, and in a period when the private sector is undergoing restructuring and layoffs, it adds additional pressure on companies, according to a letter signed by 14 investor organizations that once again request the elimination of the minimum tax."In vi»»»