More than a thousand participants gathered on the frozen surface of Burabay Lake for the “Burabay Ice” race.
Security takes centre stage at African Union summit
The 39th edition of Africa’s top regional body ended Monday in Ethiopia with leaders of member nations focusing talks on security and regional stability. FRANCE 24’s Tom Canetti reports from Addis Ababa.
Tarique Rahman Takes Oath As Bangladesh PM After BNP’s Landslide Win
Rahman, who was in self-imposed exile in London for 17 years, had returned to Bangladesh in December following the death of his mother, Khaleda Zia
Dubai-based fractional property investment startup Stake raised a $31M Series B led by Emirates NBD PJSC; the platform facilitates investments starting at ~$136 (Zainab Fattah/Bloomberg)
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Dubai-based fractional property investment startup Stake raised a $31M Series B led by Emirates NBD PJSC; the platform facilitates investments starting at ~$136 — Stake, a Dubai-based fractional property i…
Russia threatens to deploy navy to protect vessels from ‘western piracy’
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The major EU country loved by Brits on verge of burqa ban – £522 fines
An EU country visited by millions of Brits every year is closer to banning the burqa. One of the country’s political parties recently supported the proposal.
Kenya launches a carbon registry to boost climate finance and credibility
Kenya has launched its first national carbon registry, a centralized system to track carbon credit projects, prevent double counting and strengthen transparency in climate markets.
Russia in flames as massive Ukraine attack wreaks havoc – 5 airports closed
Ukraine launched a massive overnight attack on Russia, sparking fires and the closure of several airports.
Jesse Jackson dead: Civil rights icon dies aged 84
A cause of death was not immediately given but Jackson’s family said he died peacefully, surrounded by loved ones
Qatar announces public sector working hours for Ramadan 2026
Qatar has announced shorter working days for government employees during Ramadan, with official hours set at five per day from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Civil servants can arrive as late as 10:00 AM if operational needs are met. The directive also allows up …