NEW YORK CITY: For one afternoon, the corridors of the UN traded the vocabulary of resolutions and official statements for the international language of football. The World Cup semifinal between Argentina and England was showing on two large screens in the delegates lounge on Wednesday, distracting»»»

WASHINGTON: The United States said Wednesday it was instituting a “Do Not Board” order for American citizens who have traveled to the Democratic Republic of Congo, an effort to prevent Ebola’s spread. The order will prevent passengers from boarding commercial flights to the US unless the individual»»»

TORONTO/NEW YORK: Toronto’s air quality ranked the worst among major cities globally on Wednesday as wildfire smoke from northwestern Ontario blackened skies and spread into the northeastern United States, prompting health warnings and calls for residents to limit outdoor activities. Environment Ca»»»

The US Mint will begin producing $1 coins with President Donald Trump’s face on the ​front as part of its commemoration of the nation’s 250th anniversary, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Wednesday. The design, which also features the words “Liberty,” “In God We Trust” and “1776-2026” on th»»»

ATLANTA: Lautaro Martinez scored a 92nd minute winner as Lionel Messi inspired World Cup holders Argentina to a stunning comeback to beat England 2-1 on Wednesday and set up a final with European champions Spain. England had been on course to reach their first World Cup final since 1966 after Antho»»»

MOSCOW: ‌The chief engineer at the Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant has been killed by a Ukrainian drone near the station, ​the head of Russia’s state nuclear corporation Rosatom said on Wednesday. Alexei Likhachev said in a statement that a Ukrainian drone had struck a service c»»»

Dubai: A polished résumé and a confident interview were once among the strongest signals that a candidate was ready for the job. That assumption is now under growing pressure as artificial intelligence becomes deeply embedded in the hiring process. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf»»»

Two projectiles struck the southeastern Iranian cities of Rask and Chabahar in Sistan and Baluchestan province late on Wednesday, with Iranian media reporting explosions. Few immediate details were provided on the damage or casualties. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now»»»

The EU and UK should abandon their ambitions to act as independent “middle powers” and accept their role as “vassals” under the US, Russian presidential envoy Kirill Dmitriev has said. Dmitriev made the remarks on X on Wednesday while commenting on a series of posts by US Under Secretary of War for»»»

Manila: The Senate impeachment court on Wednesday deferred a decision on whether to compel Vice President Sara Duterte to produce her bank records, tax returns and Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) documents, as Day 6 of proceedings focused on legal arguments rather than witness testimony. After»»»

The U.S. Capitol Building is shown Monday. On Wednesday, more than 100 Democrats in the House of Representatives voted for an unsuccessful measure to cut billions in military aid to Israel. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo July 15 (UPI) -- The U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday vote»»»

1 of 5 | Jay Clayton speaks Wednesday during a Senate Intelligence Committee hearing on his nomination at national intelligence director at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. Clayton's nomination hearing last month was postponed when President Donald Trump directed Clayton to not appear in front »»»

More people have favourable views of China than the United States in 25 out of 36 countries and territories surveyed, including Canada and Mexico, according to a new poll by the Pew Research Center released on Wednesday. Views were also more favourable of Chinese leader Xi Jinping than US Pres»»»

US President Donald Trump has openly threatened Pickaxe Mountain and Kharg Island. The US leader declared that the US would eventually "take out" the underground tunnel complexes deeply buried near Natanz, Iran, that Western analysts believe could support future nuclear activities. Experts say the »»»

The World Health Organization launched the first clinical trial on Tuesday to test whether an antiviral drug can prevent infection in people exposed to the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo, as the outbreak continues to outpace response efforts and spread beyond known c»»»

In tonight's edition, after years of waiting, Kenya's Rastafarians lose a landmark court battle over the religious use of cannabis. Also, the continent's top cocoa producers join forces to process more cocoa at home instead of exporting it raw. And on the beaches of Dakar, an environmental activist»»»

On this particular television channel we do love covering the French and their love affair with fine food. But truth be told, eating habits here vary wildly be it by necessity, choice or habit. Don't say it too loudly but France boasts Europe’s highest number of McDonalds per person. So here w»»»

With the two wildfires burning southeast of Paris now contained, for investigators, the focus is on how they started. Five people have been arrested, suspected of setting the blazes intentionally, including a volunteer fire fighter. Prosecutors say that a second suspect admitted to accidentally sta»»»

France on Wednesday moved closer to joining the ranks of countries that guarantee the right to assisted dying, a move championed by President Emmanuel Macron. Macron had promised an assisted dying law when he was re-elected for a second term in 2022, in a change seen as one of the most important so»»»

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday announced a "drone deal" with Ukraine to boost joint production of the key battlefield technology. Ukraine has already signed similar deals with some individual EU countries and Gulf nations looking to tap into the expertise Kyiv has developed during more »»»

For Spotlight, François Picard is pleased to welcome Johan Sjöström, Senior Research Scientist at RISE Research Institutes of Sweden. He argues that the devastating wildfires affecting northern France are not an isolated anomaly but part of a "new normal" for Europe. His focus moves »»»

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has warned that regional oil and gas exports could be blocked completely in response to US attempts to control the Strait of Hormuz. In a statement on Tuesday, the IRGC accused Washington of acting like “pirates” by restricting energy flows in the region and»»»

Agencies HOUSTON Oil prices rose slightly on Wednesday, reacting to stronger-than-expected inventory and largely shrugging off a new wave of US attacks against Iranian military installations that aimed to limit Tehran’s ability to strike shipping in the ‌Strait of Hormuz. Brent futures settled at $»»»

DPA Atlanta (Georgia) Holders Argentina were inspired by the great Lionel Messi to storm back in the closing stages and beat England 2-1 on Wednesday to set up a meeting with Spain in the World Cup final. Anthony Gordon struck on 55 minutes for England, who then dropped deep and went ultra defensiv»»»

QNA Doha The Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received more mourners offering condolences on the passing of HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani on the third day of mourning at Lusail Palace on Wednesday. HH the Amir received Sheikhs, ministers, dignitaries, senior »»»

QNA DOHA The State of Qatar strongly condemned the repeated Iranian attacks on the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the Kingdom of Bahrain, and the State of Kuwait, deeming them “an egregious violation” of the sovereignty of those brotherly nations and of the international rules-based order. In a state»»»

Satyendra Pathak Doha Indian Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Minority Affairs of India Kiren Rijiju visited Doha to convey the condolences of the Indian government and people of India following the passing of His Highness the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, underscoring the dee»»»

Tribune News Network Doha The Indian community in Qatar came together in a solemn display of solidarity and respect on Wednesday evening to pay heartfelt tribute to the late His Highness the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, remembering him as the architect of modern Qatar whose vision»»»

Khaled Al Hameidi Doha The passing of the Father Amir HH Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has inspired an extraordinary wave of reflection across the Arab world and beyond, as political observers, diplomats, journalists, and academics revisit the remarkable transformation that unfolded under his l»»»

Arab and international media figures, academics and political commentators have paid tribute to the late HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, praising his transformative leadership that reshaped Qatar into a modern, influential nation with a prominent role in regional and internati»»»

QNA Beirut Lebanese political figures have praised the legacy of HH the Late Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, describing his leadership as instrumental in elevating Qatar’s regional and international standing while underscoring his longstanding support for Lebanon during pivotal momen»»»

Tribune News Network Doha A special episode of the Difaf programme on Alaraby 2, was dedicated to reflecting on the legacy and vision of the late Father Amir, HH Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani while also covering the heartfelt public response to this profound loss due to his passing away. “In ho»»»

A tornado damaged parts of northwestern San Antonio on Wednesday as rounds of severe storms and flooding continued to pound Texas, prompting a disaster declaration for dozens of counties. The San Antonio Fire Department said crews were on scene at 6023 UTSA Boulevard and were assessing multiple pro»»»

Port Sudan: Sudan's Sea Ports Corporation and Turkiye's Argaz energy company signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on Wednesday to build a berth at Suakin Port. This is the first project of its kind to supply Sudan with large quantities of gas sufficient to meet the country's needs at affordab»»»

Doha: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani met in his office at Lusail Palace on Wednesday evening with Lt. Gen. Saddam Khalifa Haftar, who offered condolences on the passing of HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani. HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Moh»»»

DOHA: His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received Lieutenant General Saddam Khalifa Haftar, who offered his condolences on the death of His Highness the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, at His Highness’s office in Lusail Palace this evening. Th»»»

Atlanta: Lautaro Martinez scored a 92nd minute winner as Lionel Messi inspired World Cup holders Argentina to a stunning comeback to beat England 2-1 on Wednesday and set up a final with European champions Spain. England had been on course to reach their first World Cup final since 1966 after Antho»»»

Poland is investing heavily in ports and terminals, but almost none of the ships operated by Polish companies sail under the national flag. Of 83 vessels in the Polish-controlled fleet, only 13 are Polish-registered, accounting for just 0.7% of total carrying capacity. Owners favor foreign registri»»»

Poland’s government has approved legislation targeting greenwashing, with new rules expected to take effect on September 27, 2026. Companies using claims such as “eco-friendly” or “climate-neutral” will need reliable evidence, recognized certifications, or measurable environmental performance. The »»»

Tunis, July 15 (TAP) - A court has postponed until July 29 the hearing on an appeal filed by the Tunisian League for the Defence of Human Rights (LTDH) against the decision to suspend its activities, the organisation's president, Bassem Trifi, told...»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent: An Israeli glider dropped an incendiary bomb on the outskirts of the town of Kfar Rumman, South Lebanon 15-07-2026 »»»

An illustration from the European Southern Observatory depicts the exoplanet Proxima Centauri b, the closest exoplanet to the sun. A new study by astronomers using the ESO identifies the faintest exoplanet ever imaged from Earth. File Photo by M. Kornmesser/European Southern Observatory July 15 (UP»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received a phone call today from HE JD Vance, Vice President of the United States of America, who extended his sincere condolences and sympathy to His Highness on the passing of His Highness The Late Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa »»»

WASHINGTON: Two human rights groups say Trump administration sanctions imposed on the International Criminal Court over its investigations of Israel’s war against Hamas in Gaza have illegally impeded their ability to advocate for Palestinians. The organizations say in a lawsuit filed Wednesday that»»»

Marynarska Point 1, an office building at 15B Postępu Street in Warsaw, may be converted into a hotel. In June, Marynarska One applied for permission to redevelop the property for hotel services. The Class A building, owned by Adventum Penta Fund, was completed in 2008 and offers more than 13,000 s»»»

Apsys is completing the PLN 141 mln revitalization of Gdańsk’s historic Hala Targowa, which will reopen this summer as a major food and entertainment destination. The 1896 market hall will feature 34 dining and retail outlets, including a delicatessen level, 17 international street-food concepts, f»»»

Warsaw’s office market accelerated in Q2 2026, with leasing volume reaching a record 282,800 sq m. Net demand totaled 134,800 sq m, while renegotiations accounted for 52% of activity as many companies chose to retain existing space. The vacancy rate fell from 9.5% to 8.5%, including just 4.8% in th»»»

Poland’s property investment market accelerated sharply in the first half of 2026, with transaction volume reaching €3 bln across 66 deals, up 77% y/y and among the strongest first-half results of the past decade. Larger transactions lifted average deal size, although overall liquidity declined. Re»»»

Polish companies are accelerating their international expansion, with new investments planned in Western Europe, the United States, Central Asia, Africa, and eventually Ukraine. PFR TFI’s Foreign Expansion Fund is seeing particularly strong demand for acquisitions and brownfield projects, while gre»»»

The ETF market has never faced a full-scale crash at its current size, raising concerns about liquidity, pricing, and systemic risk. While broad-market index ETFs offer low fees and simple diversification, leveraged, inverse, and single-stock products can encourage speculation and produce unexpecte»»»