Cyber attacks on US businesses, banks mounting
Investigators were digging to find who initiated and what was taken in an apparent hacker effort this month to penetrate the systems of US banks.
Jewish community 'forced out' of Guatemalan village
A community of 230 Orthodox Jews began leaving the Guatemalan Indian village where they have lived for six years after claims of discrimination.
'Brangelina' marry in secret French wedding
Hollywood power couple Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt finally tied the knot after nine years together at a secret wedding in the south of France.
Merkel, Obama warn Russia of 'consequences' over Ukraine
Angela Merkel and Barack Obama agreed in a telephone call that Russia's actions in easter Ukraine "cannot remain without consequences,"
Eyes on Apple for 'next big thing' on Sept. 9
Apple gadget lovers hungered for the "next big thing" on Thursday after the iconic company fired off invites to a mystery unveiling on Sept. 9.
Erdogan sworn in as Turkey president, opposition storms out
Turkey's outgoing premier Erdogan was sworn in as president, as opponents who accuse him of authoritarianism stormed out of the ceremony.
Mudflow threat in Almaty remains: scientist
A Kazakh scientist claims there is evidence that suggests that mudflow threat to Almaty city is high.
'Smart' city guru arrives in Astana
William Hutchison, Executive Director of Ernst and Young and founder of Waterfront Toronto, will turn Kazakhstan's capital Astana into an "intelligent community".
Green Belt around Astana to be extended
Unused land around Astana will serve as the tree planting grounds.
Oil-producing Kazakhstan depends on Russia for gasoline. No way out?
Oil-producing Kazakhstan experienced a significant fuel price hike last week. Vice-Minister of Energy Karabalin spoke to the journalists about the situation and the future of the fuel supplies in Kazakhstan.
Ballet dancer of Bordeaux National Opera to perform in Astana
Astana residents and guests will have a great opportunity to enjoy Romeo and Juliet ballet by Sergei Prokofiev directed by French choreographer Charles Jude.
Kazakhstan makes first brain tumor surgery
National Center for Neurosurgery in Astana has successfully remove a brain tumor located close to motor cortex - the first such surgery in Kazakhstan.
German jobless rate unchanged in August: data
Unemployment in Germany stagnated in August, as clouds continue to build over Europe's biggest economy.
Cameron urges Scotland to stay as business leaders clash over independence
British Prime Minister heads to Scotland to make the business case for it remaining part of Britain.
Iraqi Kurdish student uses holiday to fight jihadists
Briyar Kamal, a 24-year-old Kurdish student, but instead of relaxing during his summer holiday he is fighting jihadists who have overrun swathes of Iraq.
Thai court drops murder charge against ex-PM Abhisit
A Thai court dismissed murder charges against former premier Abhisit Vejjajiva and his ex-deputy over a bloody 2010 protest crackdown.
Reports of paratrooper deaths need checking: Putin spokesman
Reports of funerals of Russian paratroopers need to be checked, President Vladimir Putin's spokesman said.
South Korea's Samsung and LG unveil new smartwatches
South Korea's Samsung and LG unveiled new smartwatches with upgraded functions and design.
MH370 may have turned south 'earlier' than thought
Australia said the hunt for missing Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 will focus on the southern part of the existing search zone after new information.
