BSP to Hold Party Congress on February 7-8, National Council Decides
The Bulgarian Socialist Party (BSP) will convene a congress on February 7 and 8, the party’s National Council decided on Saturday, said leader of BSP–Sofia and head of the BSP for Bulgaria coalition in the City Council, Ivan Takov, at a briefing for journalists. The decision was made following an a»»»
Cambodia–Thailand tensions a border and identity conflict amid domestic crises, power rivalry
DOHA: Renewed tensions along the Cambodia–Thailand border have once again brought to the forefront one of Southeast Asia’s most complex disputes, a conflict where history and geography intertwine with domestic politics and are shaped by shifting regional and international dynamics. Observers agree »»»
European Council President reaffirms backing for Syria’s rebuilding process
Damascus, Jan 10 (SANA) European Council President António Costa affirmed that his visit to Syria, alongside European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, one year after the fall of the deposed regime, reflects the European Union’s continued support for the country’s reconstruction efforts. I»»»
8 things to do this year to lower dementia risk and protect your brain
New cases of dementia are estimated to double by 2060, but the good news is that about 45 percent of those cases may be preventable by making lifestyle changes known to help preserve memory or cognitive function in general. Last year, a clinical trial found that a mix of exercise, a healthy diet, s»»»
Trump comments on whether he would attempt to kidnap Putin
US President Donald Trump has said he would not issue an order to abduct Russian President Vladimir Putin, dismissing the notion as unnecessary when asked by reporters. His remarks came a week after American commandos captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro during a raid on his compound in Car»»»
Dubai launches ‘Dubai Cycling Pass’ to promote active lifestyles and tourism
General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai (GDRFA Dubai), in partnership with the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism and the Dubai Sports Council, has launched the Dubai Cycling Pass initiative under the slogan “From the Airport to the Track”, aiming to promote healthy livi»»»
Trump’s Greenland bid: How the US could target it — and why it’s complicated
US President Donald Trump has renewed interest in Greenland, the mineral-rich, strategically located Arctic island that is a semiautonomous part of NATO ally Denmark. He has repeatedly claimed the US must take control to safeguard national security amid Russian and Chinese activity. Denmark and Gre»»»
Kuwait invites local, int'l firms to bid for mega vehicle auction project
KUWAIT, Jan 10 (KUNA) -- The Kuwait Authority for Partnership Projects (KAPP) has invited local, regional and international companies and alliances to submit an expression of interest to invest in Vehicle Auction Market Project in Kuwait, in cooperation with the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.In»»»
India's Gill calls it 'destiny' after shock T20 World Cup snub
Vadodara, India: Test and ODI skipper Shubman Gill on Saturday said he respected the Indian selectors' shock decision to drop him from the squad for the T20 World Cup on home soil, calling it "destiny". The 26-year-old will lead the one-day team in three matches against New Zealand starting Sunday »»»
Lebanon Ceasefire Eroded by Sustained Israeli Attacks
Israeli enemy carried out glider-borne bombing attacks on multiple areas of south Lebanon on Saturday, extending a pattern of near-daily strikes that has persisted despite the 2024 ceasefire. Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon reported that an Israeli glider dropped a bomb on an excavator in t»»»
Qatar's participation as guest of honour at New Delhi Book Fair reflects depth of relations with India: Culture minister
NEW DELHI: Minister of Culture HE Sheikh Abdulrahman bin Hamad Al Thani has affirmed that the participation of the State of Qatar as a guest of honour at the New Delhi International Book Fair reflects the status of culture and knowledge as a bridge for human communication, and embodies the depth of»»»
Sofia Commemorates 81 Years Since the Bloody Christmas in Vardar Macedonia
Sofia marked 81 years since the so-called Bloody Christmas, when thousands of people with Bulgarian identity were killed in Vardar Macedonia in January 1945, with the unveiling of a memorial plaque and a memorial service at St. Nicholas Church on Saturday. The event was organized by the Initiative »»»
North Korea accuses South of another drone incursion
Seoul: North Korea accused the South on Saturday of flying another spy drone over its territory this month, a claim that Seoul denied. The North Korean military tracked a drone "moving northwards" over the South Korean border county of Ganghwa in early January before shooting it down near the North»»»
Jordan expresses regret over Qatari embassy damage due to shelling of Kiev
AMMAN: The Jordanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has expressed its deep regret over the damage sustained by the State of Qatar's embassy building in Ukraine due to the shelling that targeted the Ukrainian capital, Kiev. The ministry's official spokesperson Fouad Majali stressed the necessity of res»»»
UAE stresses importance of protecting diplomatic buildings, following damage to Qatari embassy in Kiev
ABU DHABI: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has stressed the importance of protecting civilian and diplomatic buildings, as well as the residences of embassy staff, in accordance with the norms and conventions governing diplomatic relations, following damage to the Embassy of the State of Qatar in th»»»
Foreign national nabbed in Thessaloniki on Interpol red notice
Α 35-year-old man wanted on an Interpol red notice for offenses involving homicide and possession of firearms was arrested on Saturday in Thessaloniki. Immigration police officers conducted a random check on the suspect, a foreign national, and found that he did not possess legitimate travel docume»»»
Time for EU to talk to Russia – Meloni
The time has come for the EU to engage in talks with Russia over the Ukraine conflict, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has said. It comes as US-led diplomatic efforts appear to be edging closer to a peace deal. Speaking during a start-of-year press conference in Rome on Friday, Meloni said sh»»»
Alisher Navoi Park in Osh to be transformed into modern recreation area - | 24.KG
Alisher Navoi Park in Osh city will be transformed into a modern recreation area. The press service of the southern capital’s City Hall reported. At the direction of Mayor Zhenishbek Toktorbaev, the park will be renovated, creating conditions for residents and visitors. «The mayor reviewed the sket»»»
National Statistical Committee calculates average salary in Kyrgyzstan for 2025 - | 24.KG
In January—October 2025, the average salary in Kyrgyzstan amounted to 42,919 soms, or $491.3. A report by the National Statistical Committee says. Compared to the same period in 2024, nominal wages increased by 19.2 percent, while real wage growth, adjusted for inflation, stood at 10.4 percent. The»»»
H1-B and other US visa processing fees set to rise from March
Doha, Qatar: The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will increase premium processing fees for several services, including the H1-B visa, starting March 1, 2026. The revised fees will affect key employment-based and non-immigrant applications used by foreign professionals, working or st»»»
Hungarian town makes local bus services free due to severe winter weather
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Israeli glider drops bomb near a car in the border town of Maroun Al-Ras: Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Somalia voices deep concern over damage to Qatari embassy building in Kiev
MOGADISHU: Somalia has expressed its deep concern over the damage sustained by the Qatari embassy building in Ukraine as a result of the shelling of the capital, Kiev. In a statement issued by its Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Somalia reiterated its commitment to the fundamental principle of the inv»»»
Security operations kill 11 militants in N. Pakistan
ISLAMABAD, Jan 10 (KUNA) -- At least 11 militants were killed in two separate operations by security forces in Pakistan's northern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) province bordering Afghanistan, said military on Saturday.According to a press release by Pakistan military's media wing Inter Services Public »»»
Finland Exits Ottawa Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Treaty
Finland's formal withdrawal from the Ottawa Convention, which prohibits the use, stockpiling, and production of anti-personnel landmines, has officially taken effect, Yle reports. President Alexander Stubb earlier claimed that Finland will not use anti-personnel mines during peacetime and intends t»»»
ADCMC launches coordination and follow-up centre in Al Dhafra Region
The Abu Dhabi Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Centre (ADCMC) has activated the Coordination and Follow-up Centre in the Al Dhafra Region, as part of its efforts to enhance field readiness across a vast area of the emirate characterised by diverse geographical and economic features. The ac»»»
Real Madrid not 'kamikaze' with Mbappe health: Alonso
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia: Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso said he could take a controlled risk with Kylian Mbappe's fitness ahead of the Spanish Super Cup final on Sunday against Barcelona, but would not be "kamikaze". French superstar Mbappe missed the semi-final victory over Atletico Madrid on Thursday»»»
Ceasefire in Syria’s Aleppo Flatters as Conflicting Reports Emerge from Sheikh Maqsoud - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Jordan and U.S. reaffirm support for the Syrian government
Amman, Jan 10 (SANA) Jordan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Ayman Safadi, and the U.S. Special Envoy for Syria Tom Barrack, reaffirmed continued support for the Syrian government in its efforts to safeguard Syria’s security, sovereignty, unity, and stability, as well as the »»»
Dubai Police Carnival delights families at City Walk
Dubai Police has launched the Dubai Police Carnival at City Walk, drawing large crowds of families and visitors to a lively programme of interactive, educational and entertainment activities. The carnival runs daily until Sunday from 4pm to 10pm. The opening was attended by Major General Rashid Al »»»
Denmark cut asylum figures to historic low in 2025: govt
Copenhagen: Denmark's strict immigration policies drove asylum admissions to a historic low in 2025, with 839 requests granted by the end of November, the government announced Saturday. "It is absolutely critical that as few foreigners as possible come to Denmark and obtain asylum. My main priority»»»
US to raise H‑1B and other visa premium fees from March: Check new rates and what you need to know
US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced that premium processing fees for several immigration benefits, including the H-1B visa, will increase starting March 1, 2026. The agency said the hike, reflecting June 2023–June 2025 inflation, affects employment-based and nonimmigrant f»»»
Israel reportedly backs down from 'major strike' against Hezbollah
Israel's airstrikes on Lebanon on Friday were the response chosen by the Israeli army to Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu's announcement that Lebanon's efforts to disarm Hezbollah are an "encouraging beginning" although they are "far from sufficient," Asharq al-Awsat newspaper quoted informed sources »»»
Dubai’s Events Security Committee reviews preparations for World Government Summit 2026
Dubai’s Events Security Committee (ESC) has reviewed its security and operational plans for the World Government Summit 2026, set to take place from February 3 to 5 under the theme *Shaping the Governments of the Future. The committee held its first coordination meeting at Emirates Towers, chaired »»»
Dubai Police, DECCA discuss enhanced cooperation on environmental security
Dubai Police and the Dubai Environment and Climate Change Authority (DECCA) have explored ways to strengthen cooperation and improve coordination in environmental protection and security. The discussions took place during a visit by Ahmad Mohammad bin Thani Hareb, Director General of DECCA, to the »»»
After Lake Balaton, the Danube is starting to freeze too: But stepping on the ice could be fatal!
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Bishop Franco Mulakkal case: Keralite nun speaks out on years of abuse, intimidation and isolation
A Keralite nun has opened up about the harrowing ordeal she endured after allegedly being sexually abused by Bishop Franco Mulakkal, recounting eight years of isolation, intimidation, and institutional silence. Speaking to Asianet TV, Sister Ranit described her current life as feeling like her “han»»»
CC-DB to Return Cabinet-forming Mandate Unfulfilled upon Receipt
At a BTA-hosted news conference here on Saturday, Yes, Bulgaria Co-chair Ivaylo Mirchev said that when the President hands them the cabinet-forming mandate, they will return it unfulfilled immediately. Yes, Bulgaria is part of the Continue the Change - Democratic Bulgaria (CC-DB) parliamentary grou»»»
Egypt, EU stress urgent implementation of second phase of Gaza ceasefire agreement
CAIRO, Jan 10 (KUNA) -- Egypt and the European Union (EU) stressed the urgent need to begin implementing the second phase of Gaza ceasefire plan, accelerate reconstructions efforts and rejecting attempts to displace Palestinians from their land.Egyptian spokesperson Ambassador Mohammad Al-Shenawi s»»»
Syrian Security Forces Enter Aleppo Neighborhood After Clashes with Kurdish Fighters
Syrian security forces began deploying Saturday in a neighborhood in the northern city of Aleppo after days of intense clashes with Kurdish fighters that killed and wounded dozens. Syria’s state news agency SANA reported that two Kurdish fighters blew themselves up in the middle of security forces »»»
Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026 kicks off tomorrow
Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2026 will begin tomorrow under the theme “An Integrated Launch Towards the Future”, with a strong focus on accelerating efforts across the energy, finance, technology and community sectors, in line with future needs and with the aim of translating ambitions into»»»
Naryn Electric Grid Company increases electricity networks capacity by 5 kW - | 24.KG
Naryn Electric Grid Company (PES) is increasing the capacity of its electricity networks by 5 kilowatts, the company’s press service reported. According to the statement, the company serves 61,200 consumers. «The full completion of the work will take one — two days. For technical reasons, the capac»»»
Palestinian newborn baby dies due to harsh weather in Gaza’s Deir Al-Balah: Health sources - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Two young men suspected of raping 15-year-old girl in Issyk-Kul region - | 24.KG
Two young men are suspected of raping a 15-year-old girl in Issyk-Kul region. The press service of the regional police reported. According to it, a resident of Karakol, 51, filed a complaint with law enforcement agency on January 4. «The woman reported that on January 2 her minor daughter, 15, left»»»
Kyrgyzstan’s cycling veteran Evgeny Vakker to compete at Asian Championship - | 24.KG
Legendary Kyrgyzstan’s cyclist Evgeny Vakker will take part in the Asian Cycling Championship, which will be held on February 7–8 in Saudi Arabia, the National Cycling Federation reported. The Federation has fully covered the expenses of four athletes competing in the Masters category. Evgeny Vakke»»»
All cafés and restaurants in Osh required to provide parking for guests - | 24.KG
Owners of all cafés and restaurants in the city of Osh have been required to provide parking facilities for their guests, the City Hall reported. According to the statement, owners of cafés, restaurants, and commercial facilities are required to ensure the availability of their own parking areas fo»»»
Ethiopia begins construction of Africa's biggest airport: PM
Addis Ababa: Ethiopia on Saturday started building what the prime minister says will be Africa's biggest airport when completed in the town of Bishoftu, southeast of the capital Addis Ababa. The massive travel hub is expected to cost around $12.7 billion and eventually be able to handle some 110 mi»»»
Vazrazhdane Aims to Win Snap Parliamentary Elections and Govern Bulgaria, Says Party Leader Kostadinov
The goal of Vazrazhdane is to win upcoming snap parliamentary elections, become the leading political force and govern Bulgaria, party leader Kostadin Kostadinov told media representatives in Pleven on Saturday. He is in the city for an organizational council meeting of Vazrazhdane dedicated to the»»»
Iran unrest escalates: Internet blackout continues as protests sweep the country
Protests sweeping across Iran neared the two-week mark Saturday, with the government acknowledging ongoing demonstrations despite an intensifying crackdown. The Islamic Republic remains largely cut off from the rest of the world. Authorities have maintained an internet blackout amid a crackdown tha»»»
Iran's Guards Declare 'Red Line' on Security as Tehran Seeks to Quell Unrest
Iran's Revolutionary Guards warned on Saturday that safeguarding security was a "red line" and the military vowed to protect public property, as the clerical establishment stepped up efforts to quell the most widespread protests in years. The statements came after US President Donald Trump issued a»»»