Guadalajara, Mexico: Colombia finally broke down a stubborn DR Congo side on Tuesday to secure a 1-0 win that guaranteed their place in the World Cup knockout rounds. Victory in Guadalajara, courtesy of a 76th-minute goal from Daniel Munoz, took them top of Group K with six points -- two clear of C»»»

Dubai: British nationals were the top buyers of Dubai property ahead of Indian, Australian and Egyptian buyers, as international demand continues to support the emirate’s residential market despite tighter bank checks and a more selective lending environment. Sign up for our daily business newslett»»»

British Labour MP Andy Burnham looks set to be airdropped into Downing Street to replace Prime Minister Keir Starmer. He’s promising “renewal for our party and our country,” after the sitting prime minister effectively burned the greatest parliamentary majority in over a hundred years with scandals»»»

Dubai: Heavy congestion was reported across several key routes during the morning peak on Wednesday, June 24, as commuters experienced delays on major highways linking Sharjah and Dubai. Traffic was particularly heavy on Emirates Road, Dubai-bound near the Sharjah Grand Mosque area, with vehicles m»»»

Every year on June 24, Christian observances and centuries-old folk beliefs come together in a unique celebration that blends religious devotion with rituals linked to the powers of nature. Eastern Orthodox Christians mark the Feast of the Nativity of St John the Baptist, revered as the forerunner »»»

Construction of Kara-Keche thermal power plant, with a capacity of 1,200 megawatts, will soon begin in Dzhumgal district of Naryn region. President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov announced this on June 23 at a meeting with district residents during a working visit to Naryn region. The head of state no»»»

1 of 4 | New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has endorsed three candidates in New York Democratic primary races on Tuesday. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo June 23 (UPI) -- Mamdani-backed progressives scored big wins Tuesday night in New York state's Democratic primary, as voters cast ba»»»

Starting September 1, 2026, salaries of state and municipal employees in Kyrgyzstan will be increased. Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev said in his message marking the Day of State and Municipal Servants. According to him, the bonus for challenging and productive work will be»»»

Public support for European Union membership remains robust across much of the EU’s eastern neighbourhood, with Ukraine, Georgia and Moldova showing particularly high levels of trust and optimism, according to a series of 2026 surveys released under the EUNEIGHBOURS East programme. The annual polls»»»

A planned EU-backed gas pipeline linking Bosnia & Herzegovina to Croatia could intensify political divisions within the country rather than easing its energy vulnerabilities, according to a new analysis by the Bloomsbury Intelligence and Security Institute (BISI), which also questions the trans»»»

Greece is exploring ways to accelerate Montenegro's accession to the European Union so that the country could become a member by the end of 2027, during Greece's presidency of the Council of the European Union, according to a report by Skai.gr on June 19. Current EU planning reportedly envisages Mo»»»

Crude oil prices extended losses in Asian trading on Wednesday (June 24) as easing fears of supply disruptions in the Middle East outweighed lingering geopolitical tensions, with traders betting that the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Iran would hold and keep oil flowing through the Strait of»»»

Portugal defeated Uzbekistan 5–0 in the second Group K match. The game took place at AT&T Stadium in Arlington. Portugal now has four points and tops the group standings. Uzbekistan remains at the bottom with zero points. Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice. He opened the scoring in the»»»

François Picard is pleased to welcome Wayne Jordash, President of Global Rights Compliance Foundation. He argues that the European Union's approach to alumina exports exposes a fundamental flaw: while seeking to constrain Russia's military-industrial capabilities through sanctions, European authori»»»

Share: Photo Illustration : Samir Geagea, leader of the Lebanese Forces party and U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance Dr. Samir Geagea, leader of the Lebanese Forces party, received a response from U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance regarding the letter he had sent concerning the situation in Lebanon, chall»»»

Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr Majid bin Mohammed Al Ansari participated on Tuesday in a dialogue session in Rome titled "Qatar and Italy, a Mediterranean dialogue: building stronger channels for mediation and international cooperation»»»

Ukrainian drone strikes on transport links and fuel depots have succeeded in creating acute fuel shortages and blackouts across the Russian-occupied Crimean peninsula. Additionally, an attack on the Kapotnya oil refinery in Moscow last week has produced spectacular footage of fumes rising above the»»»

The UAE is expected to see a mix of rain-bearing clouds, blowing dust, humid conditions and fog through the weekend, while temperatures are forecast to reach as high as 48°C in inland areas, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). The NCM said Wednesday's weather would be fair to par»»»

MTN Group (JSE: MTN), Africa's largest mobile operator by subscribers, said it would welcome any easing of tensions between the United States and Iran amid reports that diplomatic discussions could eventually pave the way for sanctions relief and potentially unlock the South African company's long-»»»

House lawmakers on Tuesday sent President Donald Trump a sweeping housing package to be signed into law. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo June 23 (UPI) -- Lawmakers in the U.S. House of Representatives on Tuesday overwhelmingly approved a sweeping bipartisan housing package that seeks to lo»»»

Asian stocks experienced a volatile trading session on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, as regional markets navigated the aftershocks of a severe global tech and semiconductor selloff driven by concerns over frothy AI valuations and a hawkish Federal Reserve. A global selloff in technology shares intensif»»»

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance say their interim deal to end the war with Iran will deliver a financial windfall to American farmers. But the Iranians deny it. And in the absence of more details, sanctions experts are flummoxed over exactly how billions of dollars»»»

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico: The US hit Cuban state companies on Tuesday with new sanctions that analysts say are expected to spook foreign investors and deepen a severe economic crisis. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the sanctions target five Cuban entities, including three linked to Grupo de Ad»»»

Abu Dhabi: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Tuesday (local time) said that lasting peace and stability in West Asia cannot be achieved as long as Iranian-backed proxy groups continue launching attacks and engaging in militant activities across the region, while stressing that discussions over a»»»

Washington: The United States imposed sanctions on a network linked to a Cambodia-based criminal organisation accused of running large-scale online fraud operations that have targeted Americans and laundered illicit proceeds through companies across Asia and beyond. The US Department of the Treasur»»»

Medical research conferences are not known for wild emotion. They are usually sober, technical gatherings where experts discuss trial design, survival curves, biomarkers, and statistical significance. So when a room full of oncologists and researchers rises to its feet in a standing ovation, the re»»»

Dubai: When a mother in Dubai discovered her 14-year-old daughter was running three separate social media accounts — one public, one private, and a third for a tight circle of friends — little did she assume that things were not under control. When she had access to one account, what she found in t»»»

Villages in northern France have been sweltering this week as temperatures broke through the 40°C in what is already clearly going to be the fourth hottest year in recorded history. At least 18 people reportedly died in France in the last week, including two children left in a hot car, after  »»»

AL-MISHKHAB, Iraq: Alaa Al-Ibrahimi is planting rice again for the first time in years at his farm in Al-Mishkhab, in ​Iraq’s Najaf region. “Last year, I did not cultivate a single dunam ... This year, by God’s will, we got water,” he said, as workers sowed Anbar rice — his preferred variety — on h»»»

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance say their interim deal to end the war with Iran will deliver a financial windfall to American farmers. But the Iranians deny it. And in the absence of more details, sanctions experts are flummoxed over exactly how billions of dollars»»»

The UK needs a faster transition to electric cars and heat pumps to meet its 2030 target on cutting carbon emissions, a group of independent experts advising the government said Wednesday. Published two days after the resignation of Prime Minister Keir Starmer, the Climate Change Committee's (CCC) »»»

BENGHAZI: Eleven more ‌bodies of migrants washed ashore off a city in eastern Libya in recent days after their boat ​capsized last week, bringing the total recovered to 26 with dozens more feared lost at sea, medical and security sources said on Tuesday. Last week, 15 bodies of migrants including a»»»

FOXBOROUGH, United States: England suffered a World Cup setback on Tuesday as Thomas Tuchel’s side were held to a frustrating 0-0 draw by Ghana, leaving them with work still do as they bid to progress to the knockout stage as Group L winners. Nico O’Reilly came closest to scoring with a late header»»»

California intends to sue the Trump administration over its deal to end an offshore wind project proposed off the state's central coast. State officials said they are combating the administration's attacks on their offshore wind industry by sending a notice of their intention to sue to the Departme»»»

In a move underscoring their commitment to stabilizing the global oil market, OPEC+ nations, including major players like Saudi Arabia and Russia, agreed to extend voluntary oil production cuts until the end of 2026. This decision emerged from a virtual meeting held alongside the 38th OPEC and non-»»»

Rome: Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majid bin Mohammed Al Ansari participated Tuesday in a dialogue session in Rome titled "Qatar and Italy, a Mediterranean dialogue: building stronger channels for mediation and international coopera»»»

Tribune News Network Doha It is six months since Qatar Foundation’s Lawh Wa Qalam: M. F. Husain Museum opened doors in Education City, establishing itself as a vibrant cultural destination that celebrates the life and work of one of the most influential figures in the history of modern art: Maqbool»»»

QNA Doha The Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE), in cooperation with the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) and the Civil Service and Government Development Bureau, has announced the launch of the Digital Transformation Programme as part of the Government S»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Chamber (QC) participated in the “Private Sector Market-Based Response” dialogue on Syria, Palestine, and Sudan, which was held at the Vienna International Centre as part of the “UNIDO Dialogue for Industrial Recovery.” The event brought together representatives of i»»»

Qatar’s strong performance reflects the cumulative impact of long-term investment in infrastructure, public services, and institutions, which continues to strengthen the country’s competitiveness and improve quality of life.Qatar ranks 1st in the region and 2nd globally in energy infrastructure, 1s»»»

LIAQAT MALIK Doha Doha-based distinguished poet Ahmad Ashfaq has unveiled his second Urdu poetry collection, Pase Dastras, a work that deepens his literary footprint and offers readers a profound exploration of his evolving poetic voice. Compiled by Jawad Danish, Pase Dastras functions as a critica»»»

Secretary-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) HE Dr. Ahmed bin Hassan Al Hammadi met with Political State Secretary to Foreign Minister and Defence Minister of Finland Pasi Rajala in Doha on Tuesday. During the meeting, they discussed cooperation between the two countries and ways to »»»

Tribune News Network Doha With the support of generous donors, Qatar Charity (QC) continues its humanitarian efforts in Sri Lanka through its housing initiative, having recently handed over 10 fully furnished homes to the most vulnerable families in the districts of Anuradhapura and Ampara. This st»»»

QNA Doha Qatar’s General Electricity and Water Corporation (Kahramaa) has secured first place in the Government Services Redesign Challenge 2026, an initiative organised by the Civil Service and Government Development Bureau with the participation of government and semi-government entities. In a st»»»

The Korean Medical Center (KMC) has celebrated its second anniversary in Qatar, marking two years of growth, innovation, and collaboration in support of the country’s long-term healthcare vision. The anniversary event brought together representatives from the Embassy of the Republic of Korea, healt»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Marking a significant milestone in the continued expansion of integrated mental health services in Qatar, a Specialised Support Clinic at Al Sadd Health Center has been launched.The launch under the direction of the Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) was announced by the Pri»»»

QNA Riyadh The sixth meeting of the Qatar-Saudi Arabia Joint Security and Military Committee was held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on Tuesday. Undersecretary of the Ministry of Interior HE Abdullah bin Khalaf bin Hattab Al Kaabi led the Qatari delegation, while that of Saudi Arabia was headed by Assista»»»

GODOLLO, Hungary: The leaders of four Central European countries signaled the revival of their regional alliance on Tuesday as they met in Hungary to repair relations that had fractured over the pro-Russian stance of former Hungarian leader Viktor Orbán. The prime ministers of the Czech Republic, H»»»

NEW YORK CITY: A report published by the UN Human Rights Office on Tuesday documents 546 verified incidents of conflict-related sexual violence across 16 of Sudan’s 18 states since the civil war in the country began in April 2023. It attributes about 87 percent of the cases to the paramilitary Rapi»»»

LONDON: It is a measure of the importance that successive UK governments have placed on close economic and political ties with the Gulf, to say nothing of Britain’s historic connections to the region, that since 2007 and the premiership of Gordon Brown, British prime ministers have paid no fewer th»»»