Sofa ve Miras: How Hatay is turning gastronomy into a symbol of recovery after the 2023 earthquakes - photos
Three years after one of the worst natural disasters in modern Turkish history, Hatay is once again inviting the world to its table. Daily News Hungary was among a group of international journalists, content creators and experts invited to attend the second edition of Sofa ve Miras (“Table and Heri»»»
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha seeks new club after World Cup stardom, doesn’t rule out Brazil move
Vozinha, one of the sensations of the World Cup, is looking for a new club. And the 40-year-old Cape Verde goalkeeper hasn’t ruled out playing in Brazil, where fans helped him reach immediate stardom on social media. Vozinha said in an interview with Brazilian journalist and influencer Daniel Braun»»»
'Summer triangle' rises in the night sky, and a telescope reveals 4 nearby objects - UPI.com
Summertime stargazers have a new celestial gathering to look for in the night sky, along with a reason to dust off their telescopes. The Summer Triangle is now visible in the eastern sky after nightfall. It is not a constellation, but rather a formation of three bright stars: Vega, Altair and Deneb»»»
Tunisie Autoroutes urges vigilance amid fire risks
Tunis, June 24 (TAP) - Tunisie Autoroutes called on users of the motorway network to exercise heightened vigilance against the risk of fire, as rising temperatures exacerbate the danger in areas bordered by dry grass and dense vegetation.The...»»»
Hormuz, Lebanon emerge as key tests for fragile US-Iran rapprochement
Efforts to consolidate the recent US–Iran understanding faced fresh challenges on Wednesday, as disputes over the future management of the Strait of Hormuz and the implementation of a ceasefire in Lebanon exposed deep differences among regional and international actors. Qatari Prime Minister and Fo»»»
Improving Egypt’s global mining ranking is a strategic priority to attract investment, Badawi says
mproving Egypt’s ranking in global mining investment indices is a strategic priority to boost investor confidence and attract international funding, the petroleum and mineral resources minister said. Minister Karim Badawi made the remarks during the first executive committee meeting for the Egypt M»»»
Finance Ministry Releases Updated Medium-Term Budget Forecast for 2026-2028 Period
Bulgaria's Ministry of Finance on Wednesday published on its official website an updated medium-term budget forecast for the 2026-2028 period, which is presented as an explanatory report reasoning the 2026 State Budget Bill. The three-year budget framework takes into account the European Commission»»»
ADNOC secures world's largest gas cap project as UAE boosts role in global energy supply
Abu Dhabi: The Supreme Council for Financial and Economic Affairs (SCFEA) has announced the award of the concession agreement for the development and production of the Bab Gas Cap to Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), which will hold a 60% participating interest, together with its internationa»»»
Albanian President Bajram Begaj Breaks Silence on Ongoing Tirana Protests
Albanian President Bajram Begaj has publicly addressed the ongoing protests in Tirana for the first time since they began 25 consecutive days ago, emphasizing that citizens’ right to express their views and participate in public life is protected by the country's Constitution. Speaking during a cer»»»
Germany’s rail system recovers from nationwide outage - UPI.com
A passenger walks on a railway platform in 2018 in Frankfort, Germany. The country's railway system is recovering after a nationwide outage late Tuesday that left travelers stranded for hours. Photo by Armando Babani/EPA-EFE June 24 (UPI) -- Deutsche Bahn, Germany's government-owned rail system ope»»»
France confirms first case of Ebola in doctor who had worked in Congo - UPI.com
Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, director general of the World Health Organization, speaks to the media about Ebola and global health issues during a press conference in Geneva, Switzerland, Wednesday. France reported its first ebola case Wednesday. Photo by Martial Trezzini/EPA June 24 (UPI) -- A docto»»»
Kuwait Emir, US Secretary of State Rubio hold talks on Middle East developments, bilateral ties
Emir of Kuwait His Highness Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber AlSabah received on Wednesday visiting US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, holding talks over current developments around the Middle East region and bilateral relations. Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) said the bilateral talks centred around Kuwa»»»
LIVE MATCH: Qatar vs Bosnia and Herzogovina (FIFA World Cup 2026)
Doha: Al Annabi will take the pitch at 22:00pm local Doha time for their final group stage match of the FIFA World Cup 2026 against Bosnia and Herzogovina tonight. Coach Julen Lopetegui has called on his players to embrace one final opportunity and fight for Qatar’s World Cup dream as Al Annabi mee»»»
Saudi authorities dedicate $4.3bn to urban projects in Makkah
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites has announced the development of seven locations in Makkah, as part of the Developed Districts Program. The sites cover over 4.4 million sq. meters and will cost SR16.3 billion ($4.3 billion). They are located in the districts o»»»
Watch: Iconic Big Banana Car pulled over by Montana Highway Patrol - UPI.com
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Montana Highway Patrol (@montana_highway_patrol) June 24 (UPI) -- The Montana Highway Patrol shared a photo from an interstate traffic stop involving an unusual vehicle: a car modeled after a banana. The MHP posted a photo to social media showing the fru»»»
US promises to protect Gulf states' interests in Iran talks
Secretary of State Marco Rubio promised the United States' Gulf allies that Washington would protect their interests as it seeks to hammer out a final settlement of the Middle East war in talks with Iran. Rubio was on a regional tour to reassure the Gulf states, which were targeted by Tehran's miss»»»
Egypt, Iran face crunch World Cup game in shadow of geopolitics
SEATTLE, USA: Egypt and Iran both go into their final group game on Friday with good chances of progress, but geopolitical tensions between Iran and co-hosts the United States loom large over the match. A first World Cup win for seven-times African champions Egypt, 92 years after their debut, put t»»»
German rail service resumes after nationwide breakdown
BusinessGermanyGerman rail service resumes after nationwide breakdownWesley Rahn | Roshni Majumdar | Wesley Dockery with Reuters, AFP, AP, dpaGerman rail operator, Deutsche Bahn, said a communications system glitch brought nearly the entire network to a standstill for two hours. https://p.dw.com/p/»»»
Pakistan, Iran & the Gulf — a New Islamic Military Alliance Taking Shape?
During his visit to Islamabad, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian urged the Islamic world to “form a united front against their enemies." This call builds on previous proposals by Pakistan to establish a “NATO-style alliance” for Muslim-majority states:September 2025 — after Israeli strikes on Qat»»»
Saudi and Iranian foreign ministers discuss progress in US-Iran talks
RIYADH: The Saudi and Iranian foreign ministers discussed on Wednesday the latest developments in negotiations between Iran and the United States. During the phone call, Prince Faisal bin Farhan and Abbas Araghchi talked about and the progress made in implementing the agreement signed last week to »»»
Dh30m UAE Lottery: Three winners walk away with Dh100,000 each – did you make it?
Dubai: The latest UAE Lottery Lucky Day draw, held on Wednesday, has seen several participants win cash prizes. In Draw No. 260624, the winning numbers from the Days section were 1, 13, 20, 18, 19, 27, while the winning number from the Months section was 7. Three fortunate players have also walked »»»
Renewal of Tax Dispute Resolution Law reflects state’s commitment to stability: ETA chief
Rasha Abdelaal, Head of the Egyptian Tax Authority (ETA), said that the House of Representatives’ approval of the draft law extending Law No. 79 of 2016 on tax dispute resolution until 31 December 2026 reflects the state’s commitment to strengthening tax stability and fostering a more attractive in»»»
Egypt signs MoU to establish first wind turbine factory, 2 GW wind farm in Gulf of Suez
Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly witnessed the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish Egypt’s first wind turbine manufacturing plant and develop a 2-gigawatt (GW) wind power project in the Gulf of Suez, marking a significant step towards localising renewable energy tech»»»
Polish companies explore new investment opportunities in Egypt’s agricultural sector
Representatives of several Polish companies have expressed interest in making new investments in the Egyptian market and capitalising on the country’s attractive investment climate and ongoing agricultural development projects. The interest was highlighted during a meeting between Alaa Farouk, Egyp»»»
U.S. airstrike kills senior ISIS leader in Syria - UPI.com
June 24 (UPI) -- A U.S. airstrike launched last week in northwest Syria killed a senior Islamic State leader, U.S. military officials announced Wednesday. U.S. Central Command said the Friday attack killed Ali Husayn al-Ulaywi as "part of ongoing U.S. efforts to disrupt and eliminate terrorists see»»»
Qatar shuts 17 travel and air cargo agencies in regulatory crackdown
Qatar's Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA) has closed 17 travel and air cargo agencies for failing to comply with aviation regulations, as authorities intensify oversight of the country's air transport sector. The QCAA said on Wednesday that the closures were carried out as part of ongoing inspection »»»
Syrian, Egyptian officials discuss investment and reconstruction opportunities
Damascus, June 24 (SANA) Head of the Federation of Syrian Chambers of Commerce, Alaa al-Ali, discussed investment opportunities in reconstruction projects and various investment sectors with Mohamad Omar Abdel Aziz El-Feky, chargé d’affaires of the Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt in Damascus,»»»
France suffers power outages, drownings in historic heat wave - UPI.com
A young man jumps from a bridge to cool off in the Canal Saint-Martin, in Paris, France, Saturday. An intense heatwave is gripping Western and Central Europe, breaking records around the continent. Photo by Yoan Valat/EPA June 24 (UPI) -- Massive power outages have put extra strain on France during»»»
Anwar Gargash highlights strength of UAE-US strategic partnership after Marco Rubio's visit
Dr Anwar Mohammed Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President, said the visit of US Secretary of State Marco Rubio underscored the depth of the strategic partnership between the UAE and the US, describing ties between the two countries as steadily evolving amid regional and international devel»»»
Dh30m UAE Lottery: Latest draw results out – did you match the winning numbers?
Dubai: The latest UAE Lottery Lucky Day draw, held on Wednesday, has seen several participants win cash prizes. In Draw No. 260624, the winning numbers from the Days section were 1, 13, 20, 18, 19, 27, while the winning number from the Months section was 7. Three fortunate players have also walked »»»
"TAAMIR", digital platform to support investment and urban development
Tunis, June 24 (TAP) - Tunisia has taken a further step towards modernising its administrative services with the launch of the E-construction (TAAMIR) digital platform, dedicated to the dematerialised management of building permits.Aimed at...»»»
Nearly 7,819 hectares irrigated with treated wastewater in 2025
Tunis, June 24 (TAP) - During 2025, the area of irrigated perimeters using treated wastewater had reached nearly 7,819 hectares, Director of Water Economy at the Directorate General of Rural Engineering and Water Management of the Ministry of...»»»
4 Things Dr. Barbara L Robinson Says Business Leaders Should Learn From Healthcare Teams About Making Faster Decisions
Speed matters in both healthcare and business, but acting quickly without sacrificing quality can be difficult. According to Dr. Barbara L Robinson, healthcare teams often make critical decisions under pressure while balancing patient safety, limited resources, and constantly changing information. »»»
Foreign Ministry Has Not Disclosed Diplomatic Note about Family of North Macedonia's PM Visiting Bulgaria
The Bulgarian Foreign Ministry has not disclosed a diplomatic note or other formal correspondence related to the visit to Bulgaria of family members of an official representative of another country, the Ministry told BTA on Wednesday. They were approached for a comment on a statement by North Maced»»»
Prime Minister meets Italys Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
Tunis, June 24 (TAP) - Prime Minister Sarra Zaafrani Zenzri met Wednesday with Italy's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Antonio Tajani, and his accompanying delegation, on the sidelines of the...»»»
Shura Council Speaker stresses dialogue, negotiation as key to resolving crises
Baku: Speaker of the Shura Council HE Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim affirmed that the State of Qatar, under the leadership of the Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, continues its efforts to entrench the approach of dialogue and diplomacy, believing that disputes can only be resolved through n»»»
19 BJP councillors retake oath after Kerala High Court cancels earlier swearing-in
Following a Kerala High Court order invalidating their earlier oath, 19 BJP councillors of the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation were sworn in again on Wednesday, setting off another political confrontation in the state capital. The oath was administered by Mayor VV Rajesh at a special ceremony held a»»»
E-commerce Fraud: The Schemes and How to Stop Them
A chargeback lands on a Tuesday morning for an order that shipped weeks ago. The customer got the package, signed for it, and then told their bank they never authorized the charge. You eat the cost of the goods, the shipping, and a chargeback fee on top. Multiply that by a few hundred a month and y»»»
Israeli defense minister says ‘no US demand’ to withdraw from Lebanon
JERUSALEM: Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said Wednesday that the United States has not demanded that Israel withdraw its troops from southern Lebanon, a condition set by Lebanon in ongoing ceasefire negotiations. “We have announced that in any case we are not withdrawing and, as of this mome»»»
Djuric: Serbians can travel to Panama without visas
PANAMA CITY - Serbian FM Marko Djuric announced on Wednesday Serbia and Panama had signed an agreement under which Serbians could travel to Panama without visas. "We have just finished a ceremony of signing an agreement between the Republic of Serbia and Panama, and our citizens can travel to this »»»
Dubai announces flexible summer working hours for government employees
Dubai: Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR) has launched the 2026 edition of 'Our Flexible Summer', giving government employees more flexible working arrangements through the summer months. Running from 29 June to 10 September 2026, the initiative offers two working models. Employees »»»
Building Trust and Teams: Insights from Bakhо Muratov on Corporate Finance and Leadership
Bakhо Muratov, a seasoned financial analyst and auditor, has built his career helping major corporations navigate complex financial landscapes. From leading audits in Kazakhstan to advising clients at AlixPartners in New York, Muratov has developed a unique perspective on client engagement, team bu»»»
Driver killed in UK train collision passed red signal: investigators
London: A UK train driver killed in a collision between two trains went past a red stop signal and braked only seconds before the crash, British rail investigators said Wednesday. A London-bound electric train crashed into another that was stationary on the same track on Friday, wounding over 100 p»»»
Where CEE Capital Is Going in 2026: The Case for Dubai’s Villa Segment
Capital allocators across Central and Eastern Europe spent the back half of 2025 doing the same thing their Western peers were doing: asking where private wealth can sit in a way that is liquid, lightly taxed, and insulated from the policy risk that has unsettled several European markets. For a gro»»»
EC: the Hungarian euro is far away, but there is hope
During the election campaign, Péter Magyar pledged that, if victorious, he would do everything in his power to bring about the introduction of the Hungarian euro. After forming a government, he went further, naming 2030 as a target date. For now, however, only the Czech Republic and Sweden appear t»»»
Justice Minister Calls on Supreme Judicial Council to Stop Making Personnel Changes in Judicial System
Justice Minister Nikolay Naydenov is calling on the current Supreme Judicial Council (SJC), whose term in office has expired, to stop making personnel changes, including closing and opening new permanent positions in the courts, the Ministry said in a press release on Wednesday. The opinion was sen»»»
Iraq and Senegal meet in last-chance saloon
TORONTO: Senegal were touted as a team with potential to go far at the World Cup, but successive defeats have them teetering on the brink of elimination and they need a comprehensive win over Iraq on Friday. For Iraq, it is a similar predicament as they have also lost their opening two Group I game»»»
EU Cuts Military Funds From Ukraine's 1st Loan Tranche – Reports
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The European Union will reduce the first tranche of its new 90-billion-euro ($102 billion) loan to Ukraine and exclude funding for military expenditures, the Euractiv news website reported on Wednesday, citing EU officials. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said in early June t»»»
DXB transforms its air traffic control tower into a symbol of UAE pride
Dubai: Dubai International Airport (DXB) has a new face on one of its most recognisable structures. Dubai Airports has revealed a striking redesign of its Air Traffic Control (ATC) tower, turning a purely functional landmark into a bold statement of national identity at one of the world's busiest t»»»
Indian passport not proof of citizenship, says ministry
In what will come as a surprise to the millions of Indian citizens living in the UAE and across the world, a Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) official has said that the Indian passport is primarily a travel document, not a proof of citizenship. Addressing the 14th Passport Seva Divas, the MEA sai»»»