Turkey delivers another 100bp rate cut, market bet on 150bp
The monetary policy committee (MPC) of Turkey’s central bank on January 22 cut its main policy rate (one-week repo) by 100 bp to 37% at its first rate-setting meeting of 2026. The market expectation was for 150bp. Leading »»»
Turkey delivers another 100bp rate cut, market bet on 150bp
The monetary policy committee (MPC) of Turkey’s central bank on January 22 cut its main policy rate (one-week repo) by 100 bp to 37% at its first rate-setting meeting of 2026. The market expectation was for 150bp. Leading »»»
7 Drinks That Boost Your Brain Health Naturally
Caring for brain health is not limited to mental exercises and good sleep; it also extends to the foods and beverages we consume on a daily basis. Certain natural drinks contain nutrients and antioxidants that play an important role in supporting brain function, enhancing memory and concentration, »»»
Risk committee warns of unstable weather through Friday
Greece’s Risk Assessment Committee has warned that unstable weather with rain and thunderstorms will continue to affect large parts of the country through Friday as severe conditions that began earlier this week persist. Authorities said conditions had eased even in the eastern Aegean and Dodecanes»»»
GERB: Bulgaria Joining Board of Peace in No Way Contradicts Common European Consensus
The decision for Bulgaria to join the Board of Peace in no way contradicts the current general European consensus, GERB-UDF Deputy Floor Leader Denitsa Sacheva told reporters on Thursday. She was commenting on the news that outgoing Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov had signed US President Donald Tru»»»
Saudi's Humain secures $1.2b to expand AI, digital infrastructure
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — Saudi Arabia's Humain artificial intelligence company has secured up to $1.2 billion in financing to expand digital infrastructure, a statement said, as the kingdom bolsters its investment in AI.The non-binding framework agreement with Saudi's National Infrastructure Fund out»»»
Ukraine's Zelensky laments EU lack of 'political will' in dealing with Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Thursday criticised what he called the EU’s lack of “political will” towards his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin at Davos. Meanwhile, Denmark said NATO chief Mark Rutte could not negotiate over Greenland after the head of the transatlantic alliance discu»»»
Cloudy and Foggy Friday Across Bulgaria, Warmer Air Pushes Temperatures Higher
Cloudy skies and widespread fog are expected across much of Bulgaria on Friday, January 23, according to the National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology. Wind conditions will ease significantly, with calm weather in many areas, creating favorable conditions for fog formation, especially in low-»»»
ICE detains 5-year-old, 3 other children in Minnesota school district - UPI.com
1 of 4 | Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers check the documentation of a construction worker during a random stop in Minneapolis on Jan. 9. ICE has detained four children from the same Minnesota school district this month, including a 5-year-old boy. Photo by Craig Lassig/UPI | License Ph»»»
Mawani Signs Agreement to Construct Offshore Structures at Ras Al-Khair Port
The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) has signed a contract with Singatac Arabia to establish a fabrication center for offshore structures and platforms at Ras Al-Khair Port. The contract supports the oil and gas industry and includes warehouses for prefabricated parts, specialized welding equipment, »»»
Vampire film Sinners breaks Oscar nominations record
Vampire horror film Sinners has broken the record for the most Oscar nominations received by a single film, after being nominated for 16 of Hollywood's most coveted honours. The film beat the previous record of 14 nominations, and emerged ahead of its nearest rival this year, Leonardo DiCaprio's th»»»
Parliamentary Committee Backs at First Reading Bill to Change Referendum Rules
The parliamentary Committee on Direct Participation of Citizens, Citizens' Complaints and Interaction with Civil Society approved on first reading the bill to amend and supplement the Direct Citizen Participation in State and Local Government Act tabled by Vazrazhdane leader Kostadin Kostadinov and»»»
Perspective - 'Strong Roots': Ukrainian chef Olia Hercules on her family history
A Ukrainian woman has spoken to FRANCE 24 about how she's written a book about her family history to try to help her people's efforts in the war against Russia. Olia Hercules is a Ukrainian-born, London-based chef, cookbook writer and activist. In her latest book "Strong Roots: A Memoir of Food, Fa»»»
Qassim Falcons Festival Concludes with Record Attendance
The Qassim Falcons Festival concluded yesterday in Al-Asyah Governorate, with 675 falconers from various Arab countries and over 20,000 visitors and 15 local families attending, contributing to the festival’s economic and social activities, SPA reported. This edition of the festival featured numero»»»
Chilling parallels: Two young men vanish in Budapest 13 years apart
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One item left on Russia-Ukraine peace agenda – Witkoff
Only one item needs to be resolved in the Russia-Ukraine peace negotiations to end the war in Ukraine, Special Envoy Steve Witkoff said on January 22 following a meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and US President Donald Trump in Davos. »»»
One item left on Russia-Ukraine peace agenda – Witkoff
Only one item needs to be resolved in the Russia-Ukraine peace negotiations to end the war in Ukraine, Special Envoy Steve Witkoff said on January 22 following a meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and US President Donald Trump in Davos. »»»
Flying Dubai–Kochi or Hyderabad? Air India makes a key change
Dubai: Air India will end its full-service operations on the Dubai–Kochi and Dubai–Hyderabad routes, with flights on these sectors to be operated instead by its low-cost arm, Air India Express, from March 28, 2026. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The move means Air Ind»»»
DIMDEX 2026 concludes with signing of over 70 agreements at record value exceeding QR18.5 bn
DOHA: The ninth edition of the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX 2026) concluded on Thursday, at the Qatar National Convention Centre, under the gracious patronage of His HighnesstheAmir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Supreme Commander»»»
- Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Head of Yemen’s Ansarullah Movement Sayyed Abdul Malik Badreddine Al-Houthi affirmed that Saudi Arabia is acting in the occupied southern and eastern provinces in a way that serves American interests and is completely linked to the Americans. In a speech on the anniversary of the martyrdom of Presi»»»
Japan records a 5th straight yearly trade deficit
Japan posted a trade deficit for the fifth straight year in 2025, according to government data released Thursday, as exports were hit by U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs and a diplomatic rift with neighboring China. For the full year, Japan logged a 2.65 trillion yen ($17 billion) trade defici»»»
As Trump talks tariffs, his Argentine ally welcomes first shipload of Chinese EVs
The vast field of over 5,800 electric and hybrid vehicles gleamed on the cargo deck of the BYD Changzhou, an Chinese container vessel unloading Wednesday at a river port in eastern Argentina. In other places, such a scene would not be noteworthy. Chinese automaker BYD has sped up its exports and un»»»
Landslides in New Zealand kill 2, search for missing continues - UPI.com
Record-breaking torrential rain across the north island of New Zealand was being blamed for at least two deadly landlides that claimed the lives of two people on Thursday in one of the country's most popular holiday regions. File photo by New Zealand Police/EPA-EFE Jan. 22 (UPI) -- At least two peo»»»
Ethiopia Must Suspend Biggest Gold Mine over Toxic Chemicals
Work at Ethiopia's largest gold mine must be suspended to protect nearby children from the toxic chemicals it has released into the soil, Human Rights Watch (HRW) said Thursday. Operations at the Lega Dembi mine, around 500 kilometres (310 miles) south of the capital Addis Ababa, were halted by aut»»»
How AI can help fight climate change: Dubai hosts Green AI conference
Dubai will host the 1st International Conference on Green AI on January 24 and 25 at the Dubai Police Academy, under the patronage of Lieutenant General Abdullah Khalifa Al Marri, Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police. Organised by the Zayed International Foundation for the Environment, in partnership»»»
Danish PM thanks Starmer for support over Greenland
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has thanked Sir Keir Starmer for his "strong support" over US President Donald Trump's threats to annex Greenland, as the pair met in the UK. Frederiksen said it was important to know "Europeans stand together" and "don't get divided" during what she describe»»»
Oman hit by cold wave as Jebel Shams temperature drops to -2°C with strong winds
Oman: A powerful cold air mass has descended upon the Sultanate of Oman, bringing plummeting temperatures and fierce winds that have swept across most governorates since Thursday. The authority confirmed that the severe weather conditions are expected to persist over the coming days, with temperatu»»»
COMMENT: Silk Seven Plus: A new test for Russia and China in Central Asia
More than three decades after the collapse of the Soviet Union, Central Asia remains a region defined by a striking paradox. It possesses abundant natural resources, a strategically advantageous geographic position, and growing geopolitical relevance, yet continues to suffer from weak institutional»»»
Trump launches Board of Peace in Davos with over 20 countries signing charter
US President Donald Trump formally launched his Board of Peace initiative at a signing ceremony in Davos on January 22, with representatives from more than 20 countries endorsing the charter for an international organisation originally conceived to oversee Gaza reconstruction. »»»
Colombia-Ecuador trade row deepens as Bogotá imposes retaliatory tariffs
Colombia retaliated swiftly against Ecuador on January 22, imposing matching trade penalties and cutting off electricity supplies a day after Quito announced a 30% “security charge” on Colombian imports, stoking a diplomatic standoff that threatens economic ties between the Andean neighbo»»»
Colombia-Ecuador trade row deepens as Bogotá imposes retaliatory tariffs
Colombia retaliated swiftly against Ecuador on January 22, imposing matching trade penalties and cutting off electricity supplies a day after Quito announced a 30% “security charge” on Colombian imports, stoking a diplomatic standoff that threatens economic ties between the Andean neighbo»»»
Trump launches Board of Peace in Davos with over 20 countries signing charter
US President Donald Trump formally launched his Board of Peace initiative at a signing ceremony in Davos on January 22, with representatives from more than 20 countries endorsing the charter for an international organisation originally conceived to oversee Gaza reconstruction. »»»
Milei declares "world has begun to awaken" in Davos speech praising free markets
Argentine President Javier Milei declared on January 22 that "the world has begun to awaken" to free-market ideals, using his third consecutive speech at the World Economic Forum to champion capitalism whilst claiming the Americas would become "the beacon of light" for Western civilisation. »»»
Trump launches Board of Peace in Davos with over 20 countries signing charter
US President Donald Trump formally launched his Board of Peace initiative at a signing ceremony in Davos on January 22, with representatives from more than 20 countries endorsing the charter for an international organisation originally conceived to oversee Gaza reconstruction. »»»
Trump launches Board of Peace in Davos with over 20 countries signing charter
US President Donald Trump formally launched his Board of Peace initiative at a signing ceremony in Davos on January 22, with representatives from more than 20 countries endorsing the charter for an international organisation originally conceived to oversee Gaza reconstruction. »»»
Trump launches Board of Peace in Davos with over 20 countries signing charter
US President Donald Trump formally launched his Board of Peace initiative at a signing ceremony in Davos on January 22, with representatives from more than 20 countries endorsing the charter for an international organisation originally conceived to oversee Gaza reconstruction. »»»
COMMENT: Silk Seven Plus: A new test for Russia and China in Central Asia
More than three decades after the collapse of the Soviet Union, Central Asia remains a region defined by a striking paradox. It possesses abundant natural resources, a strategically advantageous geographic position, and growing geopolitical relevance, yet continues to suffer from weak institutional»»»
COMMENT: Silk Seven Plus: A new test for Russia and China in Central Asia
More than three decades after the collapse of the Soviet Union, Central Asia remains a region defined by a striking paradox. It possesses abundant natural resources, a strategically advantageous geographic position, and growing geopolitical relevance, yet continues to suffer from weak institutional»»»
COMMENT: Silk Seven Plus: A new test for Russia and China in Central Asia
More than three decades after the collapse of the Soviet Union, Central Asia remains a region defined by a striking paradox. It possesses abundant natural resources, a strategically advantageous geographic position, and growing geopolitical relevance, yet continues to suffer from weak institutional»»»
COMMENT: Silk Seven Plus: A new test for Russia and China in Central Asia
More than three decades after the collapse of the Soviet Union, Central Asia remains a region defined by a striking paradox. It possesses abundant natural resources, a strategically advantageous geographic position, and growing geopolitical relevance, yet continues to suffer from weak institutional»»»
Trump launches Board of Peace in Davos with over 20 countries signing charter
US President Donald Trump formally launched his Board of Peace initiative at a signing ceremony in Davos on January 22, with representatives from more than 20 countries endorsing the charter for an international organisation originally conceived to oversee Gaza reconstruction. »»»
COMMENT: Silk Seven Plus: A new test for Russia and China in Central Asia
More than three decades after the collapse of the Soviet Union, Central Asia remains a region defined by a striking paradox. It possesses abundant natural resources, a strategically advantageous geographic position, and growing geopolitical relevance, yet continues to suffer from weak institutional»»»
Trump launches Board of Peace in Davos with over 20 countries signing charter
US President Donald Trump formally launched his Board of Peace initiative at a signing ceremony in Davos on January 22, with representatives from more than 20 countries endorsing the charter for an international organisation originally conceived to oversee Gaza reconstruction. »»»
Trump launches Board of Peace in Davos with over 20 countries signing charter
US President Donald Trump formally launched his Board of Peace initiative at a signing ceremony in Davos on January 22, with representatives from more than 20 countries endorsing the charter for an international organisation originally conceived to oversee Gaza reconstruction. »»»
COMMENT: Silk Seven Plus: A new test for Russia and China in Central Asia
More than three decades after the collapse of the Soviet Union, Central Asia remains a region defined by a striking paradox. It possesses abundant natural resources, a strategically advantageous geographic position, and growing geopolitical relevance, yet continues to suffer from weak institutional»»»
Trump launches Board of Peace in Davos with over 20 countries signing charter
US President Donald Trump formally launched his Board of Peace initiative at a signing ceremony in Davos on January 22, with representatives from more than 20 countries endorsing the charter for an international organisation originally conceived to oversee Gaza reconstruction. »»»
Trump launches Board of Peace in Davos with over 20 countries signing charter
US President Donald Trump formally launched his Board of Peace initiative at a signing ceremony in Davos on January 22, with representatives from more than 20 countries endorsing the charter for an international organisation originally conceived to oversee Gaza reconstruction. »»»
Trump launches Board of Peace in Davos with over 20 countries signing charter
US President Donald Trump formally launched his Board of Peace initiative at a signing ceremony in Davos on January 22, with representatives from more than 20 countries endorsing the charter for an international organisation originally conceived to oversee Gaza reconstruction. »»»
Trump launches Board of Peace in Davos with over 20 countries signing charter
US President Donald Trump formally launched his Board of Peace initiative at a signing ceremony in Davos on January 22, with representatives from more than 20 countries endorsing the charter for an international organisation originally conceived to oversee Gaza reconstruction. »»»
COMMENT: Silk Seven Plus: A new test for Russia and China in Central Asia
More than three decades after the collapse of the Soviet Union, Central Asia remains a region defined by a striking paradox. It possesses abundant natural resources, a strategically advantageous geographic position, and growing geopolitical relevance, yet continues to suffer from weak institutional»»»