Tenders in major Kazakhstan oil and gas projects closed for local producers
Karachaganak project, TCO and Kashagan projects frequently run bids along special rules that shut out Kazakhstan's local producers: expert.
Meteor shower causes damage, injuries in Russian Urals
A meteor shower caused explosions in the lower atmosphere above Russia's Urals region on Friday, blowing out windows in some areas and leaving several people injured.
US regulators approve bionic eye
US regulators approved a so-called bionic eye on Thursday, giving hope to people with a rare genetic disease.
Zhanaozen to get industrial park
Deputy chairman of KazMunaiGas told about the company's new projects and plans.
Uproar at Mossad over Australia spy story: reporter
Mossad went into crisis mode when it heard the "Prisoner X" story was about to break, the Australian reporter responsible said Friday, amid claims the jailed man had been set to reveal sensitive operations.
Berkshire, 3G buy ketchup maker Heinz in $28bn deal
Billionaire Warren Buffett's investment powerhouse Berkshire Hathaway and Brazilian-led 3G Capital announced Thursday they would take over venerable US ketchup maker Heinz in a deal worth $28 billion.
Cosmic ray mystery lifted in new findings
Cosmic rays -- fast-moving particles that constantly pummel our planet -- come from the explosion of supernovae, new research confirmed Thursday, resolving an astronomical mystery.
Romantic Lauren, military Klein to end NY fashion week
Ralph Lauren's romantic Russian furs and silk dresses for next winter and Calvin Klein's military accents brought New York Fashion Week to a close Thursday in contrasting style and luxury.
Australia admits it knew of 'Prisoner X' in detention
Foreign Minister Bob Carr admitted Thursday Canberra knew an Australian had been detained by Tel Aviv in 2010 for national security offences, as media suggested he may have been held for treason.
Zuckerberg owns nearly a third of Facebook: US regulators
Mark Zuckerberg's stake in Facebook has climbed to nearly 30 percent since the leading social network made its dismal stock market debut.
Kazakhstan ranked 74th in where-to-be-born index for 2013
The rating was based on factors like the country's GDP, average life expectancy, political freedom, employment and gender equality.
Britain seeks ethical counter-terrorism strategy
Foreign Secretary William Hague will set out on Thursday how Britain intends to work more closely with other countries to tackle terrorism without compromising its own commitment to human rights.
Obama vows to defend Japan with US nuclear umbrella
President Barack Obama pledged Wednesday a "steadfast" commitment to defend Japan, including preventing nuclear attacks on its ally in the wake of North Korea's third nuclear test.
Indonesia conservatives protest against Valentine's Day
Islamic conservatives in Indonesia, the world's biggest Muslim-populated nation, voiced opposition to Thursday's Valentine's Day celebrations, saying they promote teen "sex parties" and premarital sex.
Galliano courts controversy, Kors brings color
Disgraced designer John Galliano's clothes made news Wednesday even as he tried to keep out of the public eye, while Michael Kors lit up New York Fashion Week with flamboyant colors and humor.
In India, French president pushes $12bn jet deal
French President Francois Hollande made a fresh push Thursday to clinch the world's biggest defence deal, the $12 billion sale of 126 warplanes to India, during his first visit to Asia since taking office.
Resigning pope to impart wisdom after emotional mass
Pope Benedict XVI will address a group of parish priests from Rome, a day after emotional scenes at his final papal mass in public in St Peter's Basilica.
Russian firm to pay Venezuela $1.1 bn in joint oil venture
Russian oil giant Rosneft will pay Venezuela $1.1 billion to take part in a joint oil-extraction venture in the crude-rich southeast.
KazMunaiGas expects increase of explored oil reserves
Intensification of geological exploration works is one of the main ways to increase the resources potential: KazMunaiGas deputy chairman.
Bee Gees' Gibb says it could have been a life of crime
The sole surviving member of the Bee Gees on Thursday revealed he and his brothers could easily have turned to crime rather than music as he unveiled a statue in their honour in Australia.
