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Kamchybek Tashiev meets with delegates of 4th People's Kurultai - | 24.KG

Kamchybek Tashiev met with delegates of the 4th People’s Kurultai. The press center of the State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan (SCNS) reported. According to the press center, the meeting was held in a free format, with approximately 50 delegates participating. «This was the first ti»»»

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24 News Agency 35m

Oils, batteries under special control: New environmental standards introduced - | 24.KG

The Cabinet of Ministers has amended the rules for handling hazardous waste in Kyrgyzstan. The resolution was signed by Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev. The document aims to strengthen environmental safety in the collection, storage, accounting and disposal of used battery u»»»

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24 News Agency 47m

Public Service Centers in Kyrgyzstan to be closed on January 1 - 11 - | 24.KG

Public Service Centers (PSCs) in Kyrgyzstan will not operate from January 1 to January 12. The centers will remain open until December 31 inclusive, operating as usual without a shortened pre-holiday working day. Kyzmat state institution under the Presidential Affairs Department of the Kyrgyz Repub»»»

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24 News Agency 59m

Gazprom increases gas supplies to Kyrgyzstan by 20 percent in 2025 - | 24.KG

Gazprom has increased gas supplies to Kyrgyzstan by 20 percent in 2025, the head of the Russian company, Alexey Miller, said at a meeting summarizing preliminary results. According to him, gas deliveries from Russia to Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan rose by 20 percent this year. Gazprom is a»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Europe on Dh3,000? Here’s how to plan your 2026 holiday easier on the pocket

Dubai: Travelling to Europe from the UAE doesn’t have to drain your savings. With thoughtful planning, flexible dates and the right destinations, a Dh3,000 Euro trip is achievable — especially for UAE travellers planning their 2026 holidays early (possibly next week). You can plan a 5–7-day trip to»»»

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Gulf News 1h

UAE weather alert: Cloudy skies and rainfall expected

Dubai: The National Centre of Meteorology has forecast fair to partly cloudy conditions across the UAE today, Saturday, becoming cloudy at times with a chance of light rainfall over some coastal and northern areas. Humidity is expected to increase overnight and into Sunday morning across parts of i»»»

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Gulf News 2h

A teacher slapped a student in class - what legal action can the family take next?

Question: A questioner asks: The teacher of my cousin slapped him on the face during class. The school terminated the teacher. My question is: What procedures should my cousin take against the teacher? Answer: Your cousin has the right to file a complaint against the teacher with the KHDA (Knowledg»»»

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BBC 2h

India's first gene-edited sheep just turned one. How's it doing?

India's first gene-edited sheep recently turned a year old and researchers who developed it say it's doing well. Born on 16 December last year in Indian-administered Kashmir, the sheep has been named Tarmeem – the Arabic word for modification or editing. Tarmeem is housed in a private enclosure at »»»

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Gulf News 3h

Why UAE's café culture keeps growing despite price pressure on coffee beans

Dubai: Walk into a Dubai café on any weekday morning and you’ll see full tables, steady footfall, and queues that rarely let up. Rising global prices haven’t weakened demand. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Coffee consumption across the UAE and GCC keeps accelerating, »»»

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BBC 3h

One general, one mathematician: The men competing for power in two African elections

On Sunday, citizens of Guinea and the Central African Republic (CAR) will go to the polls to elect their presidents for terms of office of seven years. Both contests could, in theory, go on to run-off ballots. Yet in both, the incumbents are strong favourites, with observers predicting they will cl»»»

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BBC 3h

Quiz of the Year 2025, Part 3: What Instagram caption did Taylor Swift use to announce her engagement?

With summer turning to autumn, Australian woman Erin Patterson was found guilty of murdering three relatives with a toxic mushroom lunch, Storm Floris battered the UK, and doctors discovered a treatment for Huntington's disease. But how much attention did you pay to what else happened in the world?»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Dubai villa prices jump 206% since the pandemic, smashing past the last boom

Dubai: Average freehold villa values in Dubai are now 206% higher than post-pandemic levels, according to data from ValuStrat, and stand 86% above the 2014 market peak. The figures highlight a market that has not only rebounded but also undergone a structural reset. Sign up for our daily business n»»»

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France24 5h

New York plans patriotic NYE ball drop to mark USA's 250th birthday

New York’s Times Square will sparkle in red, white and blue on New Year's Eve as a patriotic ball drop rings in 2026, marking the start of celebrations for the United States’ 250th anniversary. Organisers have planned hundreds of events nationwide, including fireworks, parades and volunteer initiat»»»

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BBC 5h

'We will vote but not with our hearts': Inside the election staged by Myanmar's military rulers

On a patch of rough ground near the Irrawaddy River, aspiring member of parliament and retired Lieutenant-General Tayza Kyaw tries to muster some enthusiasm from his audience with a speech promising them better times. He is the candidate for the Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP), backed»»»

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BBC 5h

Her husband's kidnapping became Malaysia's biggest mystery. Then came a stunning confession

When Susanna Liew stepped in front of the TV cameras at Kuala Lumpur's High Court last month, she called the moment a "historic and emotional milestone". "Today... the High Court has delivered a judgment of what we have long believed: that Pastor Raymond Koh was a victim of a grave injustice," the »»»

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UPI 5h

Winter storms cancel at least 1,865 flights, delay many more - UPI.com

Post-holiday travelers on Frontier Airlines and virtually all others are experiencing flight delays and cancellations amid stormy weather from coast to coast. File Photo by CJ Gunther/EPA-EFE Dec. 26 (UPI) -- Winter Storm Devin is slowing road traffic and impacting flights amid post-holiday travel »»»

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France24 6h

Two killed in northern Israel by Palestinian stabbing, car ramming attack

At least two people died in a stabbing and car ramming attack in northern Israel on Friday, Israeli police said. Both victims died from their injuries and the alleged attacker, a resident of the occupied West Bank, was injured and hospitalised. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz quickly ordered m»»»

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France24 6h

Southern Yemeni separatists accuse Saudi Arabia of air strikes in eastern provinces

Yemen's Southern Transitional Council (STC) separatists on Friday accused Saudi Arabia of carrying out air strikes on their positions in the east of the country, a claim Riyadh has not acknowledged. While vowing they will not be deterred, the STC said it remains open to coordination with the kingdo»»»

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UPI 6h

Judge blocks deportation of British man Trump accused of 'censorship' - UPI.com

Secretary of State Marco Rubio banned visas for five Brits accused of "censorship." On Friday, a judge ruled against a deportation order against one of them, Imran Ahmed. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Dec. 26 (UPI) -- A federal judge has blocked the deportation of a British man targ»»»

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France24 6h

The Bright Side: Wild cat feared extinct for 30 years rediscovered in Thailand

An elusive wild cat long feared extinct in Thailand has been rediscovered three decades after its last recorded sighting, conservation authorities said. Camera traps in southern Thailand’s Princess Sirindhorn Wildlife Sanctuary captured 29 detections, including a female with her cub, offering rare »»»

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Kathimerini 7h

Son arrested in 2022 murder of his mother

Authorities have arrested the son of an 87-year-old woman found burned to death in her Kolonaki apartment in central Athens nearly four years ago, officials said Friday. The January 2022 death of the 87-year-old woman – the widow of a former PASOK minister – was initially treated as accidental but »»»

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Qatar Tribune 7h

World Rapid, Blitz Chess Championships Qatar 2025 kicks off

DOHA: The competitions of the World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships Qatar 2025 officially got underway at Qatar University's Sports and Events Complex, where the tournament will continue until December 30. The championship brings together the world's elite chess players to compete for four titl»»»

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UPI 7h

Thailand’s military strikes Cambodian targets amid cease-fire talks - UPI.com

The Thai military moves armored vehicles on Thursday near the Thai-Cambodian border as cease-fire negotiations continue following military actions on Friday morning. Photo by Rungroj Yongrit/EPA Dec. 26 (UPI) -- The Thai military advanced on Cambodia's Banteay Meanchey Province on Friday morning af»»»

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Kathimerini 7h

Son arrested for 2022 murder of mother

Authorities have arrested the son of an 87-year-old woman found burned to death in her Kolonaki apartment in central Athens nearly four years ago, officials said Friday. The January 2022 death of the 87-year-old woman – the widow of a former PASOK minister – was initially treated as accidental but »»»

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RT 7h

China sanctions more US arms producers and executives

China has slapped sanctions on 20 additional US weapons manufacturers and ten executives in retaliation for the latest US arms sale to Taiwan. The Chinese Foreign Ministry announced the measures on Friday, which expand an existing blacklist targeting the US defense sector. Beijing said it was respo»»»

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UPI 8h

Reports: Saudi Arabia fires on separatist holdings in Yemen - UPI.com

People wave South Yemen flags on Thursday during a rally in Aden, Yemen, calling for the region's independence that was organized by the Southern Transitional Council separatist group. Photo by Najeeb Mohamed/EPA Dec. 26 (UPI) -- Saudi Arabia has reportedly fired on the eastern Hadramout province i»»»

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Dailynews Hungary 8h

Worried there won’t be a white Christmas again in Hungary? Here’s the latest forecast – there’s still hope

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Dailynews Hungary 8h

Tragic prospects: Snow may disappear from Hungary by the end of the century

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Dailynews Hungary 8h

Sharp cold snap to close the year in Hungary as arctic air sweeps in

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UPI 8h

Illinois' rejected vanity plates include 'IBPOOPN,' 'BRICKED' - UPI.com

Dec. 26 (UPI) -- Illinois officials revealed some of the personalized license plate applications that were rejected in 2025, including plates reading "IBPOOPN" and "ICUP." Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias appeared in a video posted to his office's official YouTube channel to share some of the y»»»

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France24 8h

Europe Rendezvous - Denmark: An open economy, but a closed immigration system (part 1)

FRANCE 24 heads north to the kingdom of Denmark. The Scandinavian country has been in the spotlight this year, holding the rotating presidency of the European Council from July to December and pushing forward its priorities such as migration and the energy transition – topics that we dive»»»

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The Peninsula 8h

World Rapid, Blitz Chess Cup Qatar 2025 kicks off in Doha

Doha: The competitions of the World Rapid and Blitz Chess Cup Qatar 2025 officially got underway today at Qatar University's Sports and Events Complex, where the tournament will continue until December 30. The championship brings together the world's elite chess players to compete for four titles i»»»

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UPI 9h

Israel becomes the first nation to recognize the Republic of Somaliland - UPI.com

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday made Israel the first U.N. member state to formally recognize the independent Republic of Somaliland. File Photo by Ronen Zvulun/UPI | License Photo Dec. 26 (UPI) -- Israel on Friday became the first U.N. member state to formally recognize the Rep»»»

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Gulf News 9h

UAE strongly condemns terrorist bombing at mosque in Homs, Syria

Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms the terrorist bombing at a mosque in the city of Homs in central Syria, which resulted in the deaths and injuries of a number of innocent civilians. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) reaffirmed the UAE's s»»»

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RT 9h

Epstein and Bill Clinton visited Russian Far East – US files

Convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein flew to Russia on at least three occasions in the early 2000s, including traveling to the Far Eastern city of Khabarovsk together with former US President Bill Clinton, files published by the US Department of Justice have revealed. Last week, the DOJ uploaded »»»

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UPI 10h

15th victim in Louisville, Ky., UPS plane crash dies - UPI.com

National Transportation Safety Board staff and FBI agents walk the runway looking for evidence from the UPS Flight 2976 MD-11 that crashed November 4 in Louisville, Ky.. A 15th victim has died, Mayor Craig Greenberg announced Friday. File Photo by John Sommers II/UPI | License Photo Dec. 26 (UPI) -»»»

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UPI 10h

Milei’s government bill cuts state role in Argentina public education - UPI.com

Argentine President Javier Milei's administration is promoting a reform that seeks to redefine the role of the state in public education, curb direct government intervention and give families greater control over their children’s schooling. File Photo by Peter Foley/UPI | License Photo BUENOS AIRES»»»

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Gulf News 10h

Winterland Al Ain opens at Hazza bin Zayed Stadium

Al Ain: Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan attended the opening of Winterland Al Ain, a winter games event being held at Hazza bin Zayed Stadium until January 15, 2026. The event is part of efforts to expand entertainment and sports options in the region. Winterland Al Ain adds a new at»»»

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Al Awsat 10h

Midnight Hammer in 2025: Trump Ends Half Measures on Iran

With Donald Trump back in the Oval Office in early 2025, it took less than a year for his revamped “maximum pressure” campaign to set the pace for Iran. What began as an argument over reviving the nuclear deal quickly gave way to a far starker reality: war on Iranian soil, for only the second time »»»

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UPI 10h

Bukele hails Shakira sellout as singer adds two concerts in El Salvador - UPI.com

Shakira performs on stage during the Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla., on June 7. File Photo by Gary I Rothstein/UPI | License Photo Dec. 26 (UPI) -- Shakira confirmed she will add two additional concerts in El Salvador, bringing the total number o»»»

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Gulf News 10h

NYE 2026: Dubai Frame to dazzle with drones and fireworks

Dubai: The iconic Dubai Frame will light up the sky this New Year’s Eve with drone shows for the first time, complementing its traditional fireworks display. The new addition promises a unique experience for residents and visitors alike. Speaking to Gulf News, Adel Al Marzouqi, Executive Director o»»»

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Kathimerini 10h

Four missing hikers found dead

Four hikers have died in an avalanche in the Vardousia mountains in Fokida, central Greece. Three of the hikers, all men, had been reported missing late Thursday while following a trail from the village of Athanasios Diakos toward Korakas peak, which rises to 2,495 meters. Relatives told state broa»»»

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BNE 11h

Corruption scandal means Zelenskiy would likely lose a presidential election

The expanding Energoatom corruption scandal has hurt Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's popularity and if elections were held this weekend he would lose in the second round, according to a Socis poll. A majority of »»»

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BNE 11h

Putin could step down if a Ukraine peace deal is agreed at Mar-a-Lago meeting

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy plans to meet US President Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago on December 28 in what he is billing as a possible breakthrough meeting to end the war in Ukraine. The meeting comes as speculation swirls that Russian President Vladimir Putin may step down in favour of a»»»

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BNE 11h

Putin could step down if a Ukraine peace deal is agreed at Mar-a-Lago meeting

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy plans to meet US President Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago on December 28 in what he is billing as a possible breakthrough meeting to end the war in Ukraine. The meeting comes as speculation swirls that Russian President Vladimir Putin may step down in favour of a»»»

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BNE 11h

Russians face economic strain as inflation fears and tax hikes dampen outlook for 2026

There is a classic Soviet expression that sums up how hard life was in the USSR: “Today is worse than yesterday, but at least it is better than tomorrow.” In the latest poll from the independent pollster, the Levada C»»»

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BNE 11h

Corruption scandal means Zelenskiy would likely lose a presidential election

The expanding Energoatom corruption scandal has hurt Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's popularity and if elections were held this weekend he would lose in the second round, according to a Socis poll. A majority of »»»

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TAP 11h

Heavy rain and thunderstorms expected overnight

Tunis, Dec 26 (TAP) – Weather conditions on Friday night will be marked by the appearance of dense cloud cover, with rainfall over the northern and central regions. The rain will be temporarily thundery and occasionally heavy in the northeast and...»»»

Al Awsat 11h

Lebanese Cabinet Approves Draft Law on Financial Crisis Losses

Lebanon's government on Friday approved a draft law to distribute financial losses from the 2019 economic crisis that deprived many Lebanese of their deposits despite strong opposition to the legislation from political parties, depositors and banking officials. The draft law will be submitted to th»»»

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Al Awsat 11h

Times Square to Feature Patriotic Crystal Ball for New Year's Eve, Kicking Off US's 250th Birthday

After the crystal ball drops on New Year’s Eve in New York City, it will rise again, sparkling in red, white and blue to usher in 2026 and kick off months of celebrations for the nation’s upcoming 250th birthday. The patriotic touches at this year's Times Square gathering, including a second confet»»»

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