Mysterious Steve Jobs emails hang over Apple trial
The late Steve Jobs took center stage Monday in the latest twist in the Apple antitrust trial on ebooks.
Rowhani firm on Iran nuclear policy but vows more openness
Iran's newly-elected president Hassan Rowhani ruled out any halt to the nuclear activity that has drawn UN sanctions but said he hoped an early deal could be reached to allay the concerns of major powers.
Pentagon reveals 'indefinite detainees' list
The Pentagon released Monday the names of Guantanamo Bay's 46 "indefinite detainees," terror suspects considered too dangerous to transfer from the prison and who cannot be tried in court.
US program marks birth of one millionth HIV-free baby
This month somewhere in sub-Saharan Africa the one millionth baby will be born without HIV to a mother who suffers from the disease, thanks in large part to a decade-old US aid program.
Palestinian statehood at 'dead-end': Israel minister
Israeli Economy Minister Naftali Bennett said on Monday that the idea of a Palestinian state was at a "dead end", prompting the Palestinians to accuse him of sounding the death knell of a two-state solution.
Facebook, Microsoft reveal US data requests
Internet giants Facebook and Microsoft say they received thousands of requests for data from US authorities last year but are prohibited from disclosing how many related to national security.
Obama skeptical on major military action in Syria
President Barack Obama expressed skepticism Monday that setting up a no-fly zone in Syria or other major US military action could save lives or tip the balance against President Bashar al-Assad's regime.
Vote shows Iranian people want 'different direction': Obama
US President Barack Obama said that Iran's election result showed the country's people wanted to back away from confrontation with the outside world but ruled out for the moment lifting economic sanctions on Tehran.
Minister supports Kok-Zhailyau ski resort
Ecosystem and Kazakhstan economy in general will benefit from Kok-Zhailyau ski resort in Almaty if it is approached correctly: Minister.
Foreign investors ask Kazakhstan to simplify visa procedures
The round-table meeting on protection of the investors’ rights has been held in Kazakhstan Foreign Ministry.
Kelimbetov to take part in Saint-Petersburg Economic Forum
Deputy Prime-Minister of Kazakhstan Kairat Kelimbetov will take part in the Saint-Petersburg International Economic Forum.
Aktau to host Kazakhstan-Azerbaijan Business Forum
Kazakhstan-Azerbaijan Business Forum will be held on June 19 in Aktau.
Investment ombudsman's first meeting to be held in Astana
The first meeting of the Kazakhstan investment ombudsman will be held in Astana on June 18.
Activist says China pressured New York University
Activist Chen Guangcheng charged that China waged an "unrelenting" pressure campaign that led New York University to end his studies as he voiced fear for academic freedom in the United States.
Czech PM Necas quits amid corruption scandal
Czech Prime Minister Petr Necas said Sunday he would step down amid a massive corruption scandal in which his top aide -- and alleged lover -- was indicted for bribery.
Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan call for UN review of disputed dams
The presidents of Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan called for the United Nations to review the potential impact of two disputed hydroelectric dams proposed by their regional rivals Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan.
Superman reboot 'Man of Steel' soars over US box office
Superman blockbuster "Man of Steel" soared to the top of the North American box office this weekend, scoring a $113-million opening despite mixed reviews.
Kazakhstan visa prices may go up before EXPO
Prices of Kazakhstan visas may go up before the international exhibition EXPO-2017.
Jordan can protect itself from Syria war threats: king
King Abdullah II vowed Sunday to protect Jordan from the war in Syria, after the United States announced its warplanes and missiles will remain in the kingdom at the end of military exercises.
Yet another student jumps off roof in Almaty
A student of the 9th grade of Almaty school has jumped off the attic floor of a 5-storey building in Almaty.
