Brazil Supreme Court Eduardo Bolsonaro over US sanctions push
Brazil's Supreme Court on Tuesday sentenced Eduardo Bolsonaro in absentia to four years and two months in prison for seeking US sanctions against Brazil during his father's coup trial. Prosecutors said he threatened judicial authorities by lobbying for sanctions if proceedings against former presid»»»
Kerala expats bag Dh25,000 each in Big Ticket’s first June e-draw
Dubai: Four Kerala expatriates have won Dh25,000 each in Big Ticket’s first weekly e-draw for June, turning ordinary days into memorable moments with a single phone call. The winners have all described feelings of disbelief and excitement after learning they had struck lucky. Get updated faster and»»»
Iran says the deal to end the war with the US requires Israel to withdraw from Lebanon
DUBAI: Iran’s top diplomat said Tuesday that the tentative deal to end the war with the United States would require Israel to withdraw from Lebanon — a condition Israel has already rejected and that could sink the agreement, leading to the resumption of all-out war. The deal, which is between the U»»»
Migration row erupts over Vitnyéd facility
On Monday, the prime minister turned the planned reception centre in Vitnyéd into a contentious issue in Parliament. At least from the side of Mi Hazánk, he also received applause for it. Péter Magyar repeated his claim that the Orbán government had “misled” the country’s citizens. Authorities had »»»
China Warns Japan's Militarization Threatens Regional Stability
Japan's accelerating military buildup is turning the country into a regional "powder keg," Senior Colonel Chen Xi, spokesperson for China's Ministry of National Defense, stated. What triggered the responseThe outline of Japan's 2026 Defense White Paper labels China as "an unprecedented and greatest»»»
Putin hosts ASEAN leaders amid G7 pressure on Ukraine war
KAZAN: President Vladimir Putin hosts a summit of Southeast Asian leaders in the central Russian city of Kazan from Wednesday, as the West pressures Moscow to end its Ukraine offensive. Putin has sought to deepen political and economic ties with Asia during Moscow’s more than four-year full-scale o»»»
Arab teams at 2026 World Cup: Norway’s Haaland sparkles on World Cup debut with two goals for 4-1 victory over Iraq
Norway’s prolific striker Erling Haaland bagged two goals in his maiden World Cup appearance on Tuesday to guide his team to an opening 4-1 Group I victory over Iraq, and put down a marker for the tournament. The 25-year-old, one of the most exciting forward in world football, was in the spotlight»»»
Iranian tankers exit US blockade zone ahead of peace talks
TEHRAN: The first tankers carrying Iranian oil exited a US blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, a tracking website said on Wednesday, two days before Washington and Tehran launch talks on an agreed peace deal still scant on details — including Iran’s nuclear program and the lifting of sanctions. The t»»»
Government rejects ownership of 1956 legacy
“We do not want to appropriate, possess or claim as our own either the history of 1956 or that of 1989,” Prime Minister Péter Magyar said in Parliament on Tuesday before the day’s agenda. In his address, the prime minister stressed that they did not want to “decide who the real participants of 1956»»»
President of Albania to pay first official visit to Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG
At the invitation of President Sadyr Japarov, President of Albania Bajram Begaj will pay an official visit to the Kyrgyz Republic on June 17-19. According to the press service of the Kyrgyz president, talks will be held in Cholpon-Ata on current issues of bilateral and multilateral cooperation. The»»»
20 million soms stolen from LLC: Cyberfraud suspects arrested - | 24.KG
Cyberfraud suspects have been detained in Bishkek, the capital’s Main Internal Affairs Department reported. On June 9, the deputy director of one of the LLCs, T.Zh.R., contacted the police. He requested action against unknown individuals who stole 20 million soms from the company’s accounts. The fr»»»
Haaland brace on World Cup finals debut sets Norway up for victory over gallant Iraq
RIYADH: They have been labeled the dark horses of the 2026 World Cup, but even though Norway ultimately secured a 4-1 victory in their first appearance at the finals in 28 years, they were pushed hard by a dangerous-looking Iraqi side that stole the show for much of the first half. Along the way, E»»»
Insurer paid 86 workers. Dubai Court says employer must foot the bill
Dubai: A Dubai court has ordered a company to repay Dh1.38 million to an insurance provider after the insurer paid the outstanding labour entitlements of 86 workers on the company's behalf under the UAE's workers' insurance scheme. The court also ordered the company to pay legal interest at 5 per c»»»
Pizza Hut sold in $2.7 billion deal, with Yum China and LongRange Capital taking over as fast-food giant exits amid industry and consumer pressures
Yum Brands said on Tuesday it would sell Pizza Hut for $2.7 billion, marking the end of its ownership of the pizza chain as the fast-food industry grapples with intense competition and weaker consumer spending. Under the deal, Yum China Holdings will acquire Pizza Hut's mainland China operations fo»»»
Saudi Arabia, Portugal sign visa waiver deal for diplomatic and special passport holders
Saudi Arabia and Portugal have signed an agreement exempting holders of diplomatic and special passports from entry visa requirements, in a move aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and facilitating official travel between the two countries. The agreement was signed in Lisbon by Prince Faisal bin »»»
How Fujairah turned music into a Guinness World Record
Fujairah: Fujairah’s innovative "Music Street" has secured a place in the Guinness World Records as the world's longest musical street, marking a milestone for the emirate’s growing cultural and artistic landscape. The achievement was celebrated during a meeting between His Highness Sheikh Mohammed»»»
UAE weather forecast: Temperatures to hit 44°C with dust, humidity and possible overnight fog
The UAE will experience hot and generally fair weather today, with temperatures reaching up to 44°C inland, while fresh winds are expected to kick up dust in some areas and humidity may lead to fog or mist formation overnight, the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) said. The NCM said low clouds a»»»
Police hunt gunman after Delaware hospital shooting kills 1, injures 1 - UPI.com
June 16 (UPI) -- Delaware authorities are hunting for a gunman following a Tuesday afternoon shooting inside a Wilmington hospital that left one person dead and another injured. The shooting erupted at about 3:30 p.m. EDT at ChristianaCare Wilmington Hospital, a 321-bed facility located in the hear»»»
From desert to world record: UAE flag stuns Dubai
Dubai: What began as a conversation between friends during a challenging period in the region has become a Guinness World Record and a powerful tribute to the UAE, Ahmed Hassan Al Shehhi told Gulf News. Al Shehhi and Yahya Saeed Lootah secured the Guinness World Records title for the largest banner»»»
Biden Blocks $14.3bn US Steel Acquisition by Japan’s Nippon Steel
President Joe Biden has blocked the acquisition of US Steel by Japan’s Nippon Steel, a decision that underscores the administration’s commitment to maintaining a domestically controlled steel industry amidst persistent economic and geopolitical challenges. This decision, announced in the closing da»»»
Indian PM Modi, Canadian PM Carney review energy cooperation, discuss global food security at G7 Summit
Evian, France: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Canadian counterpart Mark Carney reviewed progress in bilateral economic cooperation on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in France, and highlighted the importance of resilient and reliable global energy and food security supply chains. According to »»»
DOJ charges 15 in Minneapolis, allege ‘antifa’ ties - UPI.com
1 of 2 | Tens of thousands of people march through downtown Minneapolis on Jan. 30 as they protest the federal government's immigration enforcement surge. On Tuesday, federal prosecutors announced charges against 15 people it said “conspired to impede or injure federal officers” as part of direct a»»»
FBI foils plot to attack White House UFC event using explosive drones, snipers
US law enforcement said on Tuesday it had foiled an alleged plot to attack the White House during a mixed martial arts event attended by President Donald Trump. Five men were charged after authorities disrupted plans to deploy explosive-laden drones and use snipers to target “high-value targets” am»»»
Can US-Iran ceasefire trigger a travel rebound for UAE airlines?
Dubai: A US-Iran ceasefire could mark a turning point for UAE airlines, with carriers expected to accelerate the restoration of disrupted flight networks, rebuild passenger confidence and benefit from a rebound in travel demand, aviation analysts said. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Che»»»
ExxonMobil Embarks on Strategic Gas Exploration in Egypt’s Mediterranean Waters
ExxonMobil is poised to initiate a new chapter in offshore gas exploration as it prepares to drill a new well in the North Marakia Offshore Concession, located in the Mediterranean Sea. Operations are set to commence on December 15th, marking a significant step in the energy giant’s strategic expan»»»
South Korea’s KF-21 fighter receives type certification - UPI.com
The domestically developed aircraft met all 745 airworthiness requirements, clearing another major step toward deployment and exports. South Korea's homegrown KF-21 fighter jet, dubbed the Boramae (hawk), flies over Sacheon, about 300 kilometers south of Seoul, South Korea. Photo by YONHAP / EPA Ju»»»
AFC commits $600mn to back $7bn Dangote fertiliser expansion in Nigeria and Ethiopia
Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), the continent's infrastructure-focused development finance institution, has committed $600mn to support a $7bn fertiliser expansion programme by Dangote Group that aims to triple production capacity in Nigeria and establish a major new manufacturing facility in Eth»»»
French startup unveils non-humanoid robot as AI race moves to physical machines
French robotics startup Genesis AI on Tuesday unveiled "Eno", its first general-purpose robot, marking a step toward bringing advanced AI from online chatbots into physical machines. Backed by former Google CEO Eric Schmidt, the company says the wheeled robot is designed to extend human capabilitie»»»
Indian expat who died while playing cricket in Dubai left a big void, friends and family say in tributes
Dubai: Nabil Karikal, a Dubai resident, has been on the phone almost non-stop since Sunday. Friends calling to ask what happened. Community members reaching out. Messages pouring in from across the UAE and back home in Bhatkal in the south Indian state of Karnataka. And through all of it, he has be»»»
The next race in technology may be over trust
Trust has long been an essential component of effective governance. However, in the modern age of technology, it has evolved into something far more structural. As governments accelerate their digital transformation agendas, trust is no longer a concept or an aspirational value. It is evolving into»»»
Oil drops below $80 on US-Iran deal
LONDON — Oil prices dropped below $80 a barrel on Tuesday on optimism over the promised reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, easing inflation pressures on global economies even though traders are eyeing the risk of Iranian "service fees" on ships transiting the strait.Oil hit a three-month low as Bre»»»
UN chief Guterres to visit gang-ravaged Haiti
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres will visit Haiti on Tuesday in a show of solidarity with victims of violence in the impoverished Caribbean nation which has suffered for years as gangs have taken advantage of political instability to carry out rampant killings, rapes, looting and kidnappings. »»»
President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi accomplishes a significant step to revive the Egyptian economy
During, the press conference held by President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi in Egypt with President of Singapore, El-Sisi announced the agreement to promote trade cooperation between Egypt and Singapore during the coming period. This came to confirm the president’s efforts to strengthen the cooperation wit»»»
Arlindo Chissale, a disappearance in the shadows of Mozambique's security services
Arlindo Chissale, a journalist and political activist in Mozambique, disappeared without a trace on January 7, 2025, in Cabo Delgado, a region in the grips of an Islamist insurrection. Chissale’s public stance and worrying signs in the days leading up to his disappearance make his loved ones suspec»»»
SOS messages from Mideast seas plunge India-US ties into choppy waters
The US military killed three Indian soldiers last week when it fired on a vessel while enforcing a US naval blockade, the latest in a series of setbacks for US-India ties. As Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the G7 summit this week, the two leaders will »»»
India blocks Telegram over 'medical entrance exam fraud' concerns
India's government has blocked messaging app Telegram until June 22, saying the platform was used to "defraud candidates" taking the medical entrance examination. The restriction was issued under a stringent provision of the IT law, which empowers the government to block acce»»»
Will war-driven construction costs make Dubai homes more expensive for buyers?
Dubai: Dubai’s construction sector is still getting the materials it needs, but the war has made procurement costlier, slower and harder to predict as developers reroute cargo, lean more on regional suppliers and adjust buying plans. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The»»»
US allies scramble to push Ukraine back to the top of Trump's agenda at G7
Allies of the United States at the G7 summit sought on Tuesday to refocus President Donald Trump’s attention on Ukraine, hoping to return the more than four-year war triggered by Russia’s full-scale invasion to the top of the agenda. The Iran conflict has in recent weeks dominated Trump's attention»»»
French spies break with data-analysis giant Palantir, wary of relying on US tech
France's government took another step toward ensuring "strategic autonomy" for its intelligence services Tuesday, announcing that it would ditch using American AI giant Palantir's data-sifting systems in favour of a domestic provider. The move comes as European governments are increasingly war»»»
Russian warship fires warning shots at UK-flagged yacht in the English Channel
The British military said it is investigating after a Russian warship fired warning shots at a UK-registered yacht in the English Channel on Tuesday, about 30 kilometres south of the Isle of Wight. Russia said one of its warships fired warning shots after it made a "dangerous approach". Britai»»»
Truth or Fake - Did Macron ‘snub’ Trump at the G7 summit? Viral video lacks context
With the G7 summit beginning Tuesday in France, social media users claimed French leader Emmanuel Macron deliberately "humiliated" Donald Trump by not being there to greet him upon his arrival at the airport. Many posts shared a video showing Trump disembarking an aircraft and later appearing »»»
Trump 'doesn't share European view about Russian threat', analyst says
Speaking with FRANCE 24's Mark Owen, Ian Lesser, Distinguished Fellow and Advisor to the President of the German Marshall Fund of the United States, explains that Trump "doesn't completely share the European view about the nature of the threat to European security that Russian behaviour poses. Fot »»»
Mbappe double fires France to opening win over Senegal
EAST RUTHERFORD, United States: Kylian Mbappe scored twice as France launched their bid for a third World Cup crown with a 3-1 victory over Senegal in Group I on Tuesday. Real Madrid star Mbappe took his career World Cup goals tally to 14 — just two behind all-time leader Miroslav Klose — and Bradl»»»
G7 leaders discuss ‘trusted partners’ access to cutting-edge US AI models, sources say
EVIAN-LES-BAINS, France: G7 leaders discussed a plan to grant select “trusted partners” access to advanced AI models from US firms such as Anthropic, three diplomatic sources said on Tuesday, potentially opening a path around restrictions on non-American use. Anthropic on Friday disabled access fo»»»
Trump goes after Netanyahu as he pursues deal with Iran, putting their friendship to the test
WASHINGTON: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told President Donald Trump last year that he was the “greatest friend Israel ever had in the White House.” Now, as Trump tries to finalize a deal to end the war with Iran, he’s unloading on Netanyahu with rhetoric that no other American leader »»»
Iran blasts ‘unfair’ World Cup conditions
Iranian players and coaching staff have accused World Cup organizers of forcing them to compete under unfair conditions, as US visa problems and travel restrictions continue to disrupt the team’s campaign. The 2026 World Cup is being co-hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico, with most matches taking»»»
Trump goes after Netanyahu as he pursues deal with Iran, putting their friendship to the test
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told President Donald Trump last year that he was the “greatest friend Israel ever had in the White House." Now, as Trump tries to finalise a deal to end the war with Iran, he's unloading on Netanyahu with rhetoric that no other American leader has dared to»»»
War has changed the Gulf: Iran can shut Hormuz ‘at will,’ US assessments say
US intelligence agencies have concluded that Iran now possesses the ability to effectively shut down access to the Strait of Hormuz whenever it chooses, giving Tehran a powerful new tool to disrupt the global economy following months of conflict in the Gulf, according to three people familiar with »»»
Sidra Medicine publishes report on novel treatment for rare paediatric obesity case
Tribune News Network Doha A case report by Sidra Medicine, a member of Qatar Foundation (QF), has been published in Frontiers in Endocrinology detailing the successful treatment of severe acquired hypothalamic obesity (AHO) in a young child. The findings provide important new evidence for the manag»»»
Qatar’s mission in Geneva hosts event on empowering women and girls through sport
Tribune News Network Geneva, Switzerland The Permanent Mission of Qatar to the United Nations Office at Geneva, in cooperation with Qatar Foundation and Qatar Sports Investments, organised a high-level event on ‘Empowering Women and Girls In and Through Sport - From Words to Deeds’, on the sideline»»»