TEHRAN –The Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings (WUR) 2025 has placed 81 Iranian universities among the top universities in the world in 10 out of 11 subject areas, compared to 73 universities in 2024.

TEHRAN –Iranian and Emirati officials have highlighted the need to enhance cooperation in combating sand and dust storms (SDSs) and desertification, as well as curbing air pollutant emissions.

TEHRAN – The International Day of Education is observed annually on January 24; this year the day is celebrated under the theme “Artificial Intelligence (AI) and education: Preserving human agency in a world of automation”.

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Microsoft provided Israel with access to cloud and AI services during its Gaza campaign, The Guardian has reported, citing leaked documents Read Full Article at RT.com

Moscow’s UN envoy Vassily Nebenzia says African nations no longer require the presence of colonial troops due to their ineffectiveness Read Full Article at RT.com

The president wants to “promote US leadership in digital assets,” states the executive order Read Full Article at RT.com

Russia will seek “ironclad guarantees” that Kiev will not enter the US-led military bloc, Deputy Foreign Minister Aleksandr Grushko has said Read Full Article at RT.com

There are grounds to believe that crimes against humanity are being committed in Afghanistan, Karim Khan has said Read Full Article at RT.com

This briefing provides a summary of the recent economic developments in the EU Member States and gives an overview of relevant economic projections forecasted by major international and EU institutions. Annex 1 includes latest GDP data and forecasts for all EU Member States and Annex 2 the latest inflation data and developments. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

Mogadishu (HOL) – Six al-Shabaab militants, including key leaders, were wounded in a military operation carried out by the Somali National Army (SNA), supported by local forces, in central Somalia on Wednesday night.

Mogadishu (HOL) – Somali Council of Ministers approved the extension of the term for the National Disability Agency Board for an additional four years during its weekly meeting in Mogadishu on Thursday.

Bosaso (HOL) – Nearly 140 dolphins were found along the shores between Bosaso and Mareero towns in Somalia’s Puntland region on Thursday.

Budapest will support further restrictions only if Kiev review its approach to the transit of Russian energy, the Hungarian PM says Read Full Article at RT.com

The victims’ families have condemned the ‘unduly lenient’ verdict for the Southport killer, demanding a life term Read Full Article at RT.com

Berlin will have no representation during celebrations in Moscow this year of the defeat of the Third Reich, its ambassador has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Nigeria’s status as a BRICS partner country is part of a strategic effort to rebuild the country’s economy, according to Emmanuel Johnson Read Full Article at RT.com

Dmitry Peskov has said that although Washington cut ties with Moscow on the issue, Russia remains open to negotiations Read Full Article at RT.com

On National Girl Child Day, Congress leaders Priyanka Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi, along with PM Narendra Modi, emphasized the importance of empowering girls and ensuring equality. Priyanka highlighted women as symbols of strength and progress, quoting Dr Ambedkar. PM Modi reaffirmed the government's efforts in education, technology, and healthcare to empower girls. Rahul stressed the responsibility to secure a bright future for daughters. The day, initiated in 2008, underscores the significance of eradicating gender discrimination and supporting girls' rights and welfare.

The Delhi High Court refuses to direct the Delhi legislative assembly to hold a special session for tabling CAG reports. Despite recognizing delays by the government, the court refrains from judicial intervention, emphasizing assembly's internal functions. The decision impacts proceedings before upcoming Assembly elections.

The authorities recently uncovered an e-vaporiser distribution network in a joint operation, seizing over 8,700 e-vaporisers and related components. Kpods — vape juice mixed with the anaesthetic agent etomidate — were among the illegal substances discovered during the raid. The operation involving the Health Sciences Authority (HSA), police and Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) was carried out over two days, the authorities said in a press release on Friday (Jan 24).  On Jan 6, ICA officers arrested a 28-year-old Singaporean man at Woodlands Checkpoint after finding over 5,500 e-vaporiser components concealed in his car.  The case was subsequently handed over to the HSA, whose investigations revealed that the man was delivering the e-vaporiser components to an industrial unit at Kaki Bukit Road. HSA raided the industrial unit on Jan 7 and seized an additional 3,200 e-vaporisers and components, including Kpods. The illicit substances were reportedly meant for sale via Telegram, a messaging platform.

The corruption and bribery cases involving Saulosi Klaus Chilima (SKC) were dismissed under circumstances that raise questions about the legal basis for such a decision. Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Mr. Masauko Chamkakala, provided reasons to Parliament, but upon closer scrutiny, doubts linger regarding the validity of these justifications. Chilima was accused of receiving significant […] The post Alex Kamangila: “Late Chilima’s corruption case was politically, not legally, dismissed.” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In this week's issue of our environmental newsletter, we look at how much money food waste apps can save you, and how much they cut emissions; check out some automatic window shades inspired by pinecones; and see how an on-campus pay-what-you-can thrift store benefits students and the environment.

The Hungarian prime minister reminded that the EU has to decide by January 31 whether to prolong the sanctions against Russia imposed over the conflict in Ukraine for another six months

An international team of experts from Russia, Azerbaijan, ICAO officials, and Brazil continues looking into the accident, Qanat Bozumbayev said

Earlier, the Russian Defense Ministry said that air defenses had shot down 121 Ukrainian UAVs overnight over 13 Russian regions

By 11:40 Moscow time, the yuan slowed down its decline and reached 13,516 rubles

The Bank of Russia carries out foreign currency purchase and sale operations on the domestic market in the currency section of the Moscow Exchange in the «yuan - ruble» instrument

Some influential figures could deliberately stoke hostilities between countries as US influence wanes, Sergey Naryshkin has warned Read Full Article at RT.com

Over 120 Ukrainian UAVs were intercepted above 14 of Russia’s regions, Moscow’s Defense Ministry has said Read Full Article at RT.com

82% of French citizens report cutting back on spending, with 65% feeling their purchasing power has dropped, a new poll indicates Read Full Article at RT.com

A fake father-of-three claimed his non-existent children were waiting for him in Germany, according to the authorities Read Full Article at RT.com