The railway tracks in Bishkek are not planned to be relocated or removed. The City Hall said, commenting on the draft of the capital’s master development plan. The municipality explained that the railway is considered in the master plan as an alternative form of off-street passenger transport—a cit»»»

Doha, Qatar: Minister of Environment and Climate Change H E Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie has emphasised that effective government communication plays a central role in supporting Qatar’s environmental policies, protecting natural reserves, and promoting sustainability as a core na»»»

Dubai: You open your phone. There's a notification. It asks: "Are you dead?" No, this isn't a prank. It's the app that's breaking the internet right now and the conversation it's starting is making people stop and think about how we're really living. What even is this?"Are You Dead?" launched in Ma»»»

Chairman of Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council Dr. Rashad al-Alimi ordered on Monday the closure of all illegal prisons and detention centers in southern Yemen. The prisons are located in the governorates of Aden, Lahj and Dhaleh. Al-Alimi met in the Saudi capital Riyadh with Tobias Tunkel, Ge»»»

Doha, Qatar: The third Government Communications Forum opened yesterday with the participation of Their Excellencies ministers, decision-makers, and communications and media leaders from government and semi-government entities in the country. The two-day forum underscores the pivotal role of the go»»»

There are currently no strict deadlines for the paid replacement of permanent driver’s licenses in Kyrgyzstan. The State Center for Registration of Vehicles and Drivers under the Presidential Affairs Department informed 24.kg news agency. From January 15 to February 15, old permanent driver’s licen»»»

Law enforcement authorities detained fraudsters in Bishkek who posed as officers of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the ministry’s press service reported. According to the statement, in early 2026, a citizen K.A. contacted the ministry’s Internal Investigations Service, asking for action against »»»

A briefing by the Euro Coordination Centre will take place today at 11:00 a.m. in the Council of Ministers building, the Government press service announced. This will be the Centre’s second report to the media, following its first briefing on January 6, when the head of the Euro Coordination Centre»»»

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According to Bishkek’s master development plan, a new tram line is planned along Aaly Tokombaev Avenue—from 12th microdistrict toward the city center. The route is expected to continue along Kievskaya Street to Osh market. The City Hall explained that the order of implementation for tram infrastruc»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar has joined the Pax Silica Declaration, reinforcing its expanding role in global economic cooperation and strategic partnerships focused on growth and security across technology sectors and supply chain resilience. The framework signed yesterday by the Minister of State for Foreig»»»

The governing parties have proven that they are capable of protecting Hungary from even the greatest dangers, and another electoral victory would therefore be the strongest guarantee of staying out of the war and keeping migrants out of the country, Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó said on Monday i»»»

Dubai: Dubai International (DXB) is to introduce a ticketless parking payment system across all terminals later this month following a 10-year agreement signed between Dubai Airports and Salik. The partnership, witnessed by Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Airports, and Mattar A»»»

US journalist Gonzalo Lira, who died in a Ukrainian prison 2 years ago, was forced to remain in pretrial detention following a final hearing on December 22, 2023, despite a severe case of pneumonia, according to a Sputnik correspondent’s analysis of Ukrainian public court records. January 12 marked»»»

The Handball Federation of the Kyrgyz Republic has become a member of the National Olympic Committee (NOC) of Kyrgyzstan. The decision was made at a meeting of the General Assembly of the NOC of the Kyrgyz Republic. NOC President Umbetaly Kydyraliev presented a report on the participation of nation»»»

US President Donald Trump said on Monday that any country engaged in business with Iran will pay a 25% tariff on any business done with the United States. “Effective immediately, any Country doing business with the Islamic Republic of Iran will pay a Tariff of 25% on any and all business being done»»»

France has launched a recruitment campaign for a new voluntary military service for young people. The move has been framed as a response to a perceived Russian “threat,” a claim that Moscow has repeatedly dismissed as “nonsense,” and comes amid a wider European military buildup. The campaign was an»»»

The Council of the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) has adopted a number of decisions establishing the terms and rules for importing e-commerce goods purchased by individuals from foreign marketplaces, the EEC reported. In particular, the duty-free import threshold has been set at €200, with the »»»

Kyrgyzstan’s U23 national football team lost to Jordan at the AFC U23 Asian Cup. The match was broadcast by NTRK Sport. The game ended in a 0–1 defeat for Kyrgyzstan. Earlier, the team had lost to Saudi Arabia and Vietnam but still retained a chance to reach the playoffs with a win in the third rou»»»

Jan. 12 (UPI) -- A Venezuelan employee of the New York City Council has been detained by federal immigration officials, Council Speaker Julie Menin said Monday night, amid growing anger over the Trump administration's immigration crackdown. The unidentified data analyst was detained while attending»»»

Dubai: Commuters across the UAE are experiencing a particularly busy morning today, Tuesday, January 13, 2026. In Dubai, heavy congestion is being reported on major routes, specifically along Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) and Al Khail Road. Data from Google Maps indicates significant tailbacks near the B»»»

For around two weeks - and despite an internet blackout - thousands of Iranians have been mobilising in large protests that threaten the future of the ruling regime. But some internet users are casting doubt over the protest images, claiming they’re in fact much smaller than they appear, or using c»»»

For more than a century, Latin America has served as a testing ground for competing visions of sovereignty, intervention and hemispheric order. Recent statements by the United States president, Donald J. Trump, placing Venezuela, Colombia, Mexico and Cuba on notice have revived tensions that many i»»»

As Iran convulses in yet another wave of protests, Israel and the United States are watching from the sidelines. What began with Tehran’s bazaar merchants protesting the collapse of the rial has spread to at least 220 locations across 26 provinces, with demonstrations escalating significantly durin»»»

Washington, United States: The Pentagon disguised a military aircraft as a civilian plane to wage its first attack on an alleged drug smuggling boat last year, killing 11, the New York Times reported Monday. The alleged move would be in violation of international laws of armed conflict, which prohi»»»

Dubai: After a triumphant Christmas run at the box office, Sarvam Maya is now set to make its much-awaited OTT debut — allowing audiences to revisit the film that not only dominated theatres but also quietly marked Nivin Pauly’s return to familiar, crowd-pleasing form. When and where to watch Sarva»»»

A bipartisan group of US lawmakers will travel to Denmark this week amid escalating tensions over President Donald Trump’s renewed threats to take control of Greenland, an autonomous territory within the Danish kingdom that hosts a US airbase. A bipartisan group of US lawmakers will visit Denmark t»»»

Following an on-site inspection at the Mirrakhimov National Center of Cardiology and Therapy (NCCT) and the Research Institute of Heart Surgery and Organ Transplantation (RIHSOT), a meeting was held under the chairmanship of Health Minister of Kyrgyzstan Kanybek Dosmambetov. According to the Minist»»»

Citizens of Kyrgyzstan can renew their permanent driver’s licenses free of charge within one month. Kanybek Tumanbaev, head of the Presidential Affairs Department, reported on social media. He noted that many questions are received from citizens regarding driver’s licenses. «Therefore, I decided to»»»

Washington said on Monday that Venezuelan opposition figure Maria Corina Machado will meet President Donald Trump this week, a move that comes as pressure mounts on the interim leadership in Caracas to accelerate the release of political prisoners. Washington announced on Monday that Venezuelan opp»»»

Joshua Cavallo - the first man to come out as gay while playing top-tier football - has alleged he was pushed out of his former club due to "internal homophobia". Cavallo, who recently joined Stamford AFC after leaving Adelaide United in May last year, made global headlines in 2021 when he came out»»»

FIFA has published its updated list of referees for 2026. The Kyrgyz Football Union reported on social media. These professionals will be eligible to officiate international matches this year.»»»

US investigators will face a host of thorny questions in determining whether the fatal shooting of a woman by a federal agent in Minneapolis last week was justified, as local and national officials recount drastically different accounts of an incident that sparked nationwide protests. Several video»»»

Paris, France: US President Donald Trump announced a 25 percent tariff on any country doing business with Iran, ramping up pressure as a rights group estimated a crackdown on protests has killed at least 648 people. Trump, who has repeatedly threatened Iran with military intervention, said in a soc»»»

Federal prosecutors on Monday charged Luis Nino-Moncada, 33, with attempting to injure federal immigration officers last week in Portland, Ore. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Jan. 12 (UPI) -- Federal prosecutors on Monday charged one of two people shot by a federal immigration agent »»»

HighlightsPhilippine leader expected to witness signing of two major bilateral agreements between the Philippines and the UAE: the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) and the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Defense Cooperation He is also scheduled to conduct business meetings a»»»

Dubai: Fog and low visibility were reported across several parts of Abu Dhabi early Tuesday morning, prompting safety warnings from Abu Dhabi Police and the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). Motorists have been urged to exercise extreme caution, follow traffic regulations and adhere to changing»»»

How Dubai’s 13.5km Hessa Street cycle track to help commuters Phase I of Hessa Street Development opens with dedicated cycling and e-scooter lanes Dubai: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has officially opened Phase I of the Hessa Street Development Project, unveiling a 13.5-kilometre ded»»»

Dubai: Losing a phone, wallet, passport or even a valuable piece of jewellery can be stressful. In Dubai, however, there is a formal system in place that allows residents, visitors and citizens to report lost belongings and track them if they are found. Dubai Police manages the emirate’s Lost and F»»»

Demonstrations broke out in Iran on Dec. 28 and have spread nationwide as protesters vent their increasing discontent over the Islamic Republic's faltering economy and the collapse of its currency. Dozens of people have been killed and thousands arrested as the daily protests have grown and the gov»»»

The death toll in a collapsed landfill in the central Philippines has risen to 11, authorities said, as hopes of finding survivors dim. The landslide occurred at the Binaliw landfill in Cebu City last week while more than 100 workers were on site, officials said. Rescuers have so far pulled 12 inju»»»

Indian Railways is set to introduce the Vande Bharat Sleeper Express on the Guwahati–Kolkata route, marking a major leap in long-distance overnight rail travel and enhancing connectivity between the Northeast and eastern India. Officials said the service, India’s first Vande Bharat train designed s»»»

A 19-year-old Mississippi man appeared in court Monday to face charges over an alleged arson attack on a synagogue, federal and local authorities said. This same synagogue, whose congregation dates back to 1860, was bombed by the white supremacist Ku Klux Klan in 1967 during volatile and racially c»»»

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A Bangladeshi cleaning worker has captured hearts worldwide after a video showed him offering his personal prayer rug to a pilgrim inside Mecca’s Grand Mosque. Ramadan Prayer Timetable 2026 The simple yet profound gesture went viral on social media, prompting the Makkah Mayoralty to honour him for »»»

Tunis, Jan. 13 (TAP) - President Kaïs Saïed addressed, during a meeting held Monday at Carthage Palace with Finance Minister Michket Slama Khaldi, a number of issues related to the state’s financial balances, most notably e-invoicing, as stipulated...»»»

As the Trump administration intensifies immigration enforcement nationwide, a wave of high-profile arrests — many unfolding at private homes and businesses and captured on video — has pushed one legal question into the center of the national debate: When can federal immigration agents lawfully ente»»»

Dubai: When US President Donald Trump called for a one-year cap on credit card interest rates at 10%, he reignited a long-running debate about the price of borrowing, the power of banks, and how far governments should go to protect consumers. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Bal»»»

PORTLAND, Oregon: The FBI said in a court document made public Monday that it had found no surveillance or other video of a Border Patrol agent shooting and wounding two people in a pickup truck during an immigration enforcement operation in Portland, Oregon, last week. Agents told investigators th»»»

BOGOTA, Colombia: Colombia’s largest remaining rebel group called for a “national accord” to overcome political conflicts in the South American nation, as it faces the prospect of attacks from the governments of both Colombia and the United States. In a statement published Monday on its X account, »»»