RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has an opportunity to turn retirement savings into a new source of long-term capital that could deepen financial markets and support economic diversification, according to a report by BlackRock. The world’s largest asset manager said expanding funded retirement schemes could he»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said on Friday it had been attacking Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon since night due to the alleged violation of the ceasefire regime by the movement. "Following repeated violations of the ceasefire by the Hezbollah terrorist organization, th»»»

Romania’s media market reached an estimated net value of €838 million in 2025, up 5.4% compared to the previous year, according to Media Fact Book 2026, an annual report by Initiative. For 2026, forecasts indicate a stable market evolution, against an economic and political backdrop that continues »»»

Minister of Industry Khaled Hashem affirmed that the 2026 Al-Ahram Commercial Vehicles (ACV) Show serves as an important platform for supporting the state’s efforts to deepen and localize domestic manufacturing and increase the local component ratio in the commercial vehicle industry. He noted that»»»

Tunis, June 19 (TAP)- EU-funded Greenov'i for supporting the Tunisian private sector's ecological transition announced a call for applications for the 3rd cohort of GreenAssist.GreenAssist is a programme intended to speed up the ecological transion...»»»

WASHINGTON: The US Defense Department will ask Congress to approve around $80 billion to cover costs from the Iran war and other expenses, the Wall Street Journal reported Thursday.President Donald Trump has faced backlash from Americans who accuse him of pouring billions of taxpayer dollars into t»»»

Q Mobility has announced the launch of the Free Flow Paid Parking System at Mushrif Mall in collaboration with Line Investments & Property SP LLC, to enhance visitor experience and deploy advanced digital solutions for parking management. The system enables automatic payment for parking fees throug»»»

"The attitude to organ donation is a measure of the State's attitude to human life," Katya Paneva MP of Democratic Bulgaria said in a declaration read from Parliament's rostrum on Friday. "Today, more than 800 Bulgarian citizens are waiting for a transplant. For them, time passes differently – in m»»»

Continue the Change warned on Friday that Bulgaria risks political and economic isolation within the European Union if it follows through on a threat to block a new sanctions package against Russia over the inclusion of Russian Patriarch Kirill. The party's parliamentary group leader, Nikolay Denko»»»

Tokyo: A fire that broke out at an elementary school in Tokyo on Friday injured around 10 people, including children, media reports said. Thick black smoke billowed from a top-floor window after the blaze reportedly started in a music room at Takinogawa Dai-san School in the Kita area of the Japane»»»

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan will attend a session of the Intergovernmental Council of the Eurasian Economic Union, scheduled for August 6-7. According to Armenpress, Pashinyan made this announcement during a briefing with journalists following a government meeting. Nikol Pashinyan said »»»

RIYADH: Middle East boards are among the most forward thinking in the world when it comes to artificial intelligence, according to a survey of more than 400 company officials. The research, published in Board Intelligence’s summer 2026 Board Value Index, shows that AI governance engagement is parti»»»

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard said on Friday before leaving her post that she had released documents detailing the actions of former top US infectious disease expert Anthony Fauci, including matters related to the funding of research at a laboratory in Wuhan»»»

Milan, Italy: A robot with expressive eyebrows that is designed to perform basic tasks to free up healthcare workers is being given a trial run by a hospital in Milan. Named "Alter-Ego", the 1.2-metre tall robot can stand in for a doctor working remotely, bring a patient a bottle of water or guide »»»

Beijing: China said on Friday it will impose a tariff of 55 percent on beef imports from Australia after shipments from the country hit Beijing's annual limit. The price of beef in China has trended downwards in recent years, with analysts blaming oversupply and a lack of demand as the world's seco»»»

The costs of the Korean Air-Asiana Airlines merger could cost up to 1 trillion won and be offset by 2028, a company official said Friday. This photo, taken Tuesday, shows planes from both carriers on the runway at Incheon International Airport. Photo by Yonhap Korean Air Co. said Friday the cost of»»»

MUMBAI: Amazon said on Friday its Indian operations had reached a major milestone in water conservation, at a time when ​global tech giants face increasing pressure over their expansion of resource-hungry AI data centers. The US-based company announced it had turned “water positive” in India this y»»»

Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi Police have released surveillance footage showing motorists and road users throwing waste from moving vehicles, as part of a renewed awareness campaign against unsafe and uncivilised driving behaviour. The video, produced in coordination with the Monitoring and Control Centre, »»»

Motorcyclists staged a national protest on Friday over rising mandatory third-party liability motor insurance costs. They blocked traffic in downtown Sofia. Protesters insist insurers should offer policies for terms of less than one year. They also want the deferred payment option reinstated, sayin»»»

President Sadyr Japarov signed a decree introducing amendments to the procedure for reviewing citizenship matters in the Kyrgyz Republic. The document amends the August 10, 2013 decree approving regulations on citizenship procedures and the Commission on Citizenship under the President. According t»»»

Following a mass food poisoning, a fine of 41,000 soms was imposed on a madrassa in Bishkek. The capital’s State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance Center informed 24.kg news agency. According to specialists, an investigation into the incident has been conducted. Preliminary reports indicate»»»

Dubai: DFM-listed Amanat Holdings PJSC has completed the full acquisition of Cambridge Health Group after buying an additional 10.03 per cent stake for Dh105 million. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The deal gives Amanat 100 per cent ownership of Cambridge Health Group»»»

BELGRADE - The Serbian dinar's official median exchange rate against the euro is 117.3993 dinars for one euro on Friday, which is a slight change relative to Thursday, the National Bank of Serbia said. The dinar is steady against the euro m-o-m, down by 0.2 pct y-o-y and down by 0.1 pct relative to»»»

On Sustainable Gastronomy Day, celebrated annually on June 18, the Sărbătoarea Gustului Association, with the support of the Auchan Foundation, brought together representatives from government institutions, relevant ministries, retailers, local producers, and chefs for a gastrodiplomacy event aimed»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondents in southern Lebanon report Israeli airstrikes on Jbaa, Arab Salim, Adshit, Habboush and Nabatieh Al-Fawqa 19-06-202»»»

Vazrazhdane MP Tsoncho Ganev told journalists in Parliament’s corridors on Friday that vetoing sanctions against the Russian Patriarch, as well as the entire sanctions package affecting Bulgaria’s economic interests, is "the right thing to do". Ganev's comments came after Prime Minister Rumen Radev»»»

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Dubai: India's latest move arrives at a crucial time for NRIs in the UAE. Indian expats are being offered some of the most attractive returns in years on foreign-currency deposits after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) temporarily relaxed key rules governing NRI savings products. Get updated faster »»»

Democratic Bulgaria criticized the government's reported readiness to block a new EU sanctions package against Russia over the inclusion of Russian Patriarch Kirill, calling the move a strategic mistake that could isolate Bulgaria at a critical moment for European security. Speaking to reporters in»»»

Abu Dhabi, June 19 (SANA) Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) said on Friday it has instructed customers to resume loading crude oil shipments from its ports in the Arabian Gulf, citing improved maritime conditions following a recent U.S.-Iran agreement. According to Reuters, ADNOC said in a not»»»

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s point-of-sale transactions held above $3.5 billion in the week ending June 13, although total spending slipped 3.9 percent from the previous week, official data showed. According to the latest figures from the Saudi Central Bank, POS transaction values totaled SR13.2 billion »»»

Dubai: Emirates will add four more weekly flights between Dubai and Ghana’s capital Accra from July 12, increasing its services on the route to 11 flights a week. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The additional services will operate on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and»»»

The Sibiryachok-5 has demonstrated remarkable resilience, cutting through icy downpours and active signal suppression to fulfill mission-critical ops. And if the signal is lost? Its standout, sophisticated visual odometry system ensures a safe, autonomous return to base the moment any radio link is»»»

1/12A Kashmiri bride and groom sit inside a beautifully decorated wedding tent in Srinagar.AFP2/12A henna artist applies intricate designs to a bride's hands during her wedding celebrations in Srinagar.AFP3/12A Kashmiri bride sits inside a beautifully decorated wedding tent during her marriage cere»»»

TOKYO: A fire that broke out at an elementary school in Tokyo on Friday injured around 10 people, including children, media reports said. Thick black smoke billowed from a top-floor window after the blaze reportedly started in a music room at Takinogawa Dai-san School in the Kita area of the Japane»»»

Dubai: As modern family dynamics across the Gulf continue to evolve, parents are increasingly seeking products that seamlessly integrate into fast-paced, flexible lifestyles without compromising comfort or convenience. Responding to this shift, Momcozy, the global leader in wearable breast pumps, i»»»

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Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli enemy army strikes Baalbek in eastern Lebanon: Al-Manar correspondent in Bekaa 19-06-2026 10:57 AM Latest News Urgent News Ali-Al-T»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe France’s FM says ‘Israel’ must halt attacks on Lebanon 19-06-2026 10:59 AM Latest News Urgent News Ali-Al-Taher “Impregnable” Front: 4 Isra»»»

New Delhi: The Delhi High Court on Friday upheld the Centre’s temporary restrictions on Telegram ahead of the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test Undergraduate (NEET-UG) 2026 re-examination, while the National Testing Agency (NTA) dismissed fresh claims of paper leaks and police arrested a Rajas»»»

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung gives a press briefing on the results of his recent trip to Europe at Cheong Wa Dae in Seoul on Friday. Photo by Yonhap SEOUL. June 19 (UPI) -- South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said Friday that U.S. President Donald Trump signaled renewed interest in address»»»

Cho Hyun-wook, chairperson of a fact-finding committee of the National Election Commission, speaks during a briefing at NEC headquarters in Gwacheon on Friday. Photo by Yonahp The National Election Commission's (NEC) fact-finding committee investigating ballot shortages during the recent local elec»»»

TOKYO: ‌A vessel owned by a Japanese company carrying three Japanese crew members safely passed through the Strait of Hormuz on Friday and exited the Gulf, Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said. The vessel, which had been stuck in ‌the Gulf ‌due to the Iran ‌war, is ⁠now sailing toward ⁠Japan, M»»»

PARIS: The Paris police ​has banned a rally by an Iranian opposition group that ‌was ‌due ​to ‌take ⁠place on ​Saturday, the ⁠Paris-based NCRI said in a statement on ⁠Friday. The demonstration, ‌which ‌had ​been ‌approved ‌several months ago was banned late on Thursday ‌evening. The group, which sa»»»

Dubai : The Dubai Civil Court has ordered a man to pay Dh80,000 in compensation to a lawyer after finding him liable for defamation, insult and invasion of privacy, following his conviction for publishing social media posts that included the lawyer’s photo without consent and contained offensive re»»»

Dubai: Big Ticket has unveiled a major revamp of its long-running promotional draw with the launch of The Big Spin, a refreshed format that offers a simplified entry process, a live spin-wheel experience, and a top cash prize of up to Dh1 million. The new structure has replaced the earlier The Big »»»

Sharjah: Pedestrian accidents topped the list of traffic incidents recorded in Sharjah’s Eastern and Central regions during 2025, according to the latest statistics released by Sharjah Police, reflecting the continued importance of road safety awareness among motorists and pedestrians, complementin»»»

President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov signed a decree on measures to create conditions for attracting investment in renewable energy and ensuring the country’s energy security. During this period, the preparation, support, and implementation of renewable energy projects will be carried out under a »»»

Countries of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) should strive to create a safe and secure information space. Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Ulan Mamatkanov, said at the opening of the SCO Media Forum. According to him, the global media landscape is undergoing a »»»

Kyrgyzstan’s first president, Askar Akayev, has arrived in the republic and is participating in the anniversary Issyk-Kul International Forum. His name was not included in previously published official lists of participants. This is not Askar Akayev’s first visit to Kyrgyzstan since the events of 2»»»