World's largest crocodile dies in Philippines
The world's largest saltwater crocodile in captivity has died in the Philippines, 17 months after the suspected man-eater was hunted down and put on display for tourists.
Explorers complete Shackleton's epic Antarctic journey
A team of exhausted but elated explorers successfully recreated Ernest Shackleton's Antarctic survival journey Monday, completing a three-day climb across mountains despite a treacherous blizzard.
Neutral in a harsh world: the history of the ICRC
Founded to care for victims of war, the International Committee of the Red Cross has faced a tough task, sometimes been found wanting, but has always known how to adapt to shifting challenges.
Grammys shared among many on music's big night
Indie pop band fun. won two big prizes at the Grammys as the music industry's top honors were shared out Sunday, on a night which united veteran artists with the latest generation of hitmakers.
Fierce fighting in Syria, UN envoy meets opposition leader
Syrian rebels launched fierce assaults on government troops in several parts of the country on Sunday, as a UN envoy urged the leader of the opposition to seek dialogue with the Damascus regime.
Kazakhstan exporters sign contracts worth $1 billion in 3 years
Over 300 Kazakhstan entrepreneurs entered foreign markets. Currently Kazakhstan-made goods are exported to over 100 countries.
Obama to propose deep nuclear arms cuts: report
US President Barack Obama will use his State of the Union address on Tuesday to call for dramatic cuts in nuclear arsenals around the world.
Genetically engineered virus kills cancer: study
A genetically-engineered virus tested in 30 terminally-ill liver cancer patients significantly prolonged their lives, killing tumours and inhibiting the growth of new ones.
Women headline Berlin film fest's breakout hits
Fierce performances by lead actresses lit up the screens Sunday at the 63rd Berlinale which, after Cannes shunned female filmmakers in its competition last year.
Beckham offers refined British look for next winter
Victoria Beckham, who moved back to London a few months ago, on Sunday sent out a ready-to-wear collection for next winter infused with British flair -- tweed, plaid and her first attempt at knitwear.
Alternative routes to unload Eastern Bypass Road in Almaty
Police officers have been placed in very overloaded street to ensure non-stop movement of the traffic.
OIC summit supports nuclear-free world declaration
The 12th OIC summit finished in Cairo. Kazakhstan delegation was led by Foreign Minister Yerlan Idrissov.
Funding found for gas pipeline via Astana
Chairman of Samruk-Kazyna National Welfare Fund expects construction of Tobol-Kokshetau-Astana gas pipeline to start in Q1 2013.
National Fund's money reinvested in economy: Samruk-Kazyna
The funds allocated from the National Fund for anti-crisis measures are being returned and reinvested in Kazakhstan economy.
Hockey: Kazakhstan’s team won over France
Kazkahstan's Roman Starchenko, Konstantin Romanov and Talgat Zhailauov (Barys hockey players) delivered the pucks during the match.
Storm stops all flights in and out of New York
All air travel in or out of New York was halted Friday as airlines grounded their planes in response to an intensifying blizzard across New England.
Zulu goes high-tech
When a middle-aged South African engineer recently set out to write a novel in his native Zulu, he found himself hamstrung by a lack of words to describe modern life.
Death toll in Bangladesh ferry sinking rises to 14
- Rescue divers on Saturday pulled out 12 more bodies from a ferry that sank near the Bangladeshi capital Dhaka with around 100 people aboard, raising the death toll from the latest boat disaster to 14.
Venezuela devalues currency 32% against US dollar
Venezuela said it was devaluing its currency by 32 percent against the dollar on the orders of cancer-stricken President Hugo Chavez, in part to trim a bloated budget deficit.
Japan suggests hotline to Beijing over island spat
Japan has suggested setting up a military hotline with China to avoid clashes between the two countries, which are at loggerheads over a group of disputed islands.
