Rashid Villages vision moves closer to reality
Dubai: Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Supervisory Committee of Rashid Villages, chaired the second meeting of the Supervisory Committee of Rashid Villages, reviewing progress on the project and follow-up work across its different phases. The meeting f»»»
From Baghdad to Toronto: What awaits Arab fans at the 2026 FIFA World Cup
TORONTO: As the FIFA World Cup 2026 gets underway across North America, thousands of Arab football fans are preparing to follow Iraq’s journey on football’s biggest stage. For many, Toronto could become one of the tournament’s most welcoming destinations. Tomorrow, Canada will kick off their campai»»»
Aoun says will not pull out of negotiations despite pressure
President Joseph Aoun said Thursday that he would always choose the state and that Lebanon will not pull out of negotiations with Israel despite pressure. "Our choice remains the State, as it protects us all, and we must be convinced that we are a sovereign nation," Aoun said. "We will continue (to»»»
Vucic receives badminton legend Lin Dan
BELGRADE - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic received on Thursday in Belgrade the greatest badminton player of all times, Lin Dan of China, noting that he was delighted Lin would be an EXPO 2027 promoter. "We are very happy to have you here in Belgrade and Serbia today, and we are very happy that »»»
Polaris Parks launches residential arm Polaris Homes Arab Finance For Information Technology
Arab Finance: Polaris Parks, a developer of industrial parks in Egypt, has launched Polaris Homes, its residential real estate development arm, with the introduction of its first projects, Özel Villas and Özel Residences, in Sheikh Zayed City, as per an emailed press release. The move marks the com»»»
From chopping vegetables to folding clothes, Indian workers are teaching AI-powered robots how humans work
Dubai: In kitchens, factories and specially designed studios across India, thousands of workers are helping train the next generation of AI-powered robots — machines that could eventually perform many of the same tasks they do today. Using head-mounted cameras, smartphones and motion sensors, worke»»»
Look: New Zealand tourist attraction closed due to unsanctioned poop - UPI.com
June 10 (UPI) -- A popular tourist attraction in a New Zealand town has been temporarily closed by officials after multiple incidents involving human feces. The Masterton District Council said on social media that the Fernery, a building that houses more than 60 varieties of fern at Queen Elizabeth»»»
Look: Connecticut officers respond to two loose pig calls in one day - UPI.com
June 10 (UPI) -- Authorities in Connecticut responded to two separate calls about two separate pigs spotted wandering loose in Woodbridge in the same day. Woodbridge Regional Animal Control said a call came in about 5:45 a.m. Tuesday reporting a pig on the loose in an Old Quarry Road resident's yar»»»
Kyrgyzstan expects expansion of air connectivity with EU countries - | 24.KG
First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Daniyar Amangeldiev, took part in an event of the European Commission dedicated to the 20th anniversary of the EU Air Safety List. Daniyar Amangeldiev stated that Kyrgyzstan views the country’s recent removal from the European Union’s»»»
UK defense secretary quits amid spat with Starmer
British Secretary of Defense John Healey has tendered his resignation to Prime Minister Keir Starmer, in the latest blow to the embattled Labour government. Healey complained in an open letter that Starmer has been “unable, and the Treasury has been unwilling to commit the resources” required for s»»»
Wimbledon prize money pot increased to £64.2 million
London: Wimbledon's prize money pot has been increased by 20 percent to a tournament-record figure of £64.2 million ($85.7 million). All England Club chiefs revealed the substantial cash boost for players during a pre-tournament press conference on Thursday. The Wimbledon singles' champions will no»»»
Russia unblocks Roblox after widespread child anger
Moscow: Russia has lifted its ban on the popular gaming platform Roblox, after tens of thousands of children and parents sent letters complaining about the measure. The platform -- which allows users to build their own games and share them with others -- was among Russia's most popular mobile games»»»
Saudi reserve offers prime stargazing opportunities in bid to boost astro-tourism
RIYADH: Skywatchers, astrophotographers and astronomy enthusiasts are expected to flock to the Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Reserve, as the skies above the 91.5 sq. meter site are set to witness a number of astronomical events in June. The vast desert landscape and low light pollution levels of th»»»
Kremlin Says Concerned About New Round of Escalation Around Iran, Calls for Restraint
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia is concerned about a new round of escalation around Iran and calls on the parties to exercise restraint, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Thursday. "We are concerned about this, and we call on all parties to this conflict to exercise restraint," Peskov told reporter»»»
Russia Plays Key Role in Middle East De-Escalation – Bahraini Foreign Minister
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia holds a pivotal position in international endeavors to defuse the Middle East conflict and uphold state sovereignty, Bahraini Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani said on Thursday. "We attach great importance to international efforts aimed at de-escalation and »»»
2026 World Cup: France team arrives on US soil
🇫🇷 ⚽ France's national team has arrived in Boston for the World Cup, where players were welcomed by fans outside their hotel. France will play its opening match against Senegal on June 16 in New Jersey.»»»
Enemies Failed: Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Chief Warns of Decisive Blow
A senior Iranian commander has reaffirmed the complete readiness of the country’s armed forces, warning that any threat will be met with a “painful and regret-inducing” response. “The Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran, with full readiness, vigilance, and intelligence dominance, will deci»»»
Work underway to clear up sticking points before Washington talks, report says
The U.S. supports the Lebanese demands in direct talks with Israel in Washington, a senior political source said. The source told Nidaa al-Watan newspaper, in remarks published Thursday, that the U.S. pressured Israel to retract a previously proposed draft declaration of intent, in favor of the Leb»»»
Israel says Hezbollah drones cross border for second straight day
Hezbollah launched drones at Israel on Wednesday and Thursday, Israel's Foreign Ministry said, as it accused the group of serving Iran's interests. "Yesterday evening and again this morning, the Iranian terror regime's proxy, Hezbollah, launched drones at Israel from Lebanon, in (a) blatant violati»»»
Could Russia save the global economy?
Arthur SullivanGlobal energy markets are still grappling with the price and supply shock caused by the war in Iran. Could Russia solve the problem? Business Beyond takes a closer look at US plans to bring Moscow back into the frame. https://p.dw.com/p/5EraXAdvertisementA proposed Ukraine peace deal»»»
Why a stabbing has plunged Northern Ireland into unrest
A second night of unrest in Northern Ireland has deepened concerns about rising anti-immigrant sentiment after a stabbing in Belfast sparked riots, attacks on homes and clashes with police. Police deployed water cannons against masked protesters who hurled bricks, rocks and bottles at officers, whi»»»
Nuclear-powered Leopard heads to sea after 15 years of modernisation
It was Zvezdochka director Nikolai Kalistratov who accepted the attack submarine Leopard for repair and extensive modernisation in 2011. Kalistratov died in 2023 and, in a poignant twist, it was a tug bearing his name that helped the submarine return to open waters 15 years later. The Leopard (K-32»»»
Chinese EV giant BYD quietly shelves plan for billion-dollar plant in Turkey
BYD (Build Your Dreams/Shenzhen/002594) has quietly abandoned work on its much touted project to build a $1bn factory in Turkey, Stella Li, an executive vice president at the Chinese electric vehicle (EV) giant, confirmed on June 10. The company, however, remains »»»
Sweden withdraws controversial proposal to jail 13-year-olds
Stockholm: Sweden's right-wing government withdrew Thursday a heavily contested proposal to lower the age at which children can be sentenced to prison from 15 to 13, citing a lack of support in parliament. But Justice Minister Gunnar Strommer said the government would present a revised proposal wit»»»
Tanzania's stalled $1bn uranium project Mkuju River gains momentum after talks with Russian partners
Tanzania’s long-delayed Mkuju River uranium project has gained renewed political and investment momentum following President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s visit to Russia, with officials signalling that implementation is moving closer to full-scale development. The project, which has been stalled for more »»»
UK Defense Secretary John Healey quits, says government isn't willing to spend enough on military
British Defence Secretary John Healey resigned on Thursday, in a surprise move which he said was due to Prime Minister Keir Starmer and the finance ministry failing to commit sufficient resources to defence investment. "You have been unable, and the Treasury has been unwilling, to commit the resour»»»
Radio France Internationale condemns Israel's ban on French reporter
Radio France Internationale (RFI) condemned Thursday Israel's entry ban on French reporter Alice Froussard, who freelances for the station and other outlets, as "an obstacle to press freedom". "Israeli authorities have not provided any justification to RFI for this decision," the broadcaster said i»»»
Minister of Interior meets Syrian Minister of Emergency and Disaster Management
Doha, Qatar: Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) HE Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani conferred on Thursday with Minister of Emergency and Disaster Management of the Syrian Arab Republic HE Raed Al Saleh on the sidelines of the conclusion of the »»»
British defense minister Healey resigns over defense spending
LONDON: British defense minister John Healey has resigned over a disagreement about defense spending, he said in a letter posted on X on Thursday.»»»
NBS keeps key policy rate at 5.75 pct
BELGRADE - The National Bank of Serbia (NBS) Executive Board decided on Thursday to keep the key policy rate at 5.75 pct and also kept the deposit facility and lending facility rates unchanged at 4.5 and 7.0 pct, respectively, the NBS Governor's Office said. "In making this decision, the Executive »»»
Musk's SpaceX IPO holds both promise and peril
BusinessUnited States of AmericaMusk's SpaceX IPO holds both promise and perilSrinivas MazumdaruElon Musk’s rocket and AI company presents potential for investors. But its futuristic, unproven plans also carry significant financial risks. https://p.dw.com/p/5F9CkSpaceX's ultimate goal is to coloniz»»»
Emirates Road crash: Dubai Police visit survivors in hospital, urge drivers to stay vigilant
Dubai: Dubai Police officials have visited victims injured in the tragic collision between a minibus and a truck on Emirates Road that claimed seven lives and left nine others injured, reaffirming the force's commitment to supporting community members during times of hardship. The visit was carried»»»
Saudi Arabia has confidence of global investment community, banking event told
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has secured the confidence of the global investment community despite ongoing regional volatility, a major banking conference heard this week. Speaking at HSBC’s GCC Exchanges Conference in London, senior executives from the Kingdom’s financial sector said investors remain comm»»»
Bill Gates calls Epstein meetings a ‘grave error’ while defending actions in house testimony
Bill Gates said on Wednesday he made a “grave error in judgment” by meeting Jeffrey Epstein but denied any wrongdoing, as the Microsoft co-founder faced hours of questioning before the House Oversight Committee about his ties to the disgraced financier. Gates said he should never have met Epstein a»»»
Wimbledon prize money pot increased to $85.7 million
LONDON: Wimbledon’s prize money pot has been increased by 20 percent to a tournament-record figure of £64.2 million ($85.7 million). All England Club chiefs revealed the substantial cash boost for players during a pre-tournament press conference on Thursday. The Wimbledon singles’ champions will no»»»
The Debate - Has France failed its children? Outrage over murder of 11-year-old Lyhanna
Here in France, outrage over the apparent failure to stop the murder of 11-year-old Lyhanna. The suspect – a 41-year-old father of one of her schoolmates – had previously been flagged over suspected paedophile offences but was never questioned. We'll ask what went wrong and examine why a strin»»»
Tunis hosts conference on automotive innovation, June 4
Tunis, June 11, 2026 (TAP) — The German–Tunisian Chamber of Industry and Commerce, in partnership with the Tunisian Automobile Association, held an international conference titled “Industrial Innovation Day” on June 4 in Tunis, focusing on major...»»»
Iran conflict: Fresh Indian vessel incident reported off Oman’s Shinas port
Dubai: A new incident involving an Indian vessel has been reported off the coast of Shinas port in Oman, with details still being verified. The Indian Embassy in Muscat said it is closely tracking the situation and coordinating with local authorities to gather full information. The embassy shared o»»»
EGX Slides as Investors Shift Focus to Egyptian Debt
Equity Market Retreats as Treasury-Bill Demand Highlights Confidence in Egypt’s Macroeconomic Outlook Cairo — Egyptian equities posted their sharpest decline in weeks on Wednesday as widespread selling pressure erased much of the market’s recent gains, even as foreign investors continued to increas»»»
Entire Government Has Unified Position Regarding Peace in Ukraine, Says Foreign Minister
There is a unified position of the entire Government to use all mechanisms at the European level to achieve lasting peace in Ukraine, said Bulgarian Foreign Minister Velislava Petrova at a briefing after a meeting with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Turkiye Hakan Fidan. Petrova »»»
By Summer End 80 Elderly Care Centres to Be Renovated through National Recovery and Resilience Plan, Social Policy Minister Says
By the end of the summer, 80 centres for the elderly will be ready, with funding for their renovation secured through the National Recovery and Resilience Plan, Minister of Labour and Social Policy Nataliya Efremova said. She officially opened a residential care home for the elderly in the village »»»
Amir sends condolences to President of the Philippines
Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani sent a cable of condolences to President of the Republic of the Philippines HE Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on the victims of the earthquake that struck the southern Philippines, wishing the injured a speedy recovery.»»»
Saudi debt offerings rise to $4.29bn in Q1
RIYADH: Completed debt offerings reached SR16.13 billion ($4.29 billion) in Saudi Arabia in the first quarter of 2026, marking an annual rise of 22 percent according to the Capital Market Authority’s quarterly statistical bulletin. The figure for the first three months of the year also represented »»»
Djedovic Handanovic: Compromise on NIS reached with MOL
BELGRADE - Serbian Minister of Mining and Energy Dubravka Djedovic Handanovic said on Wednesday evening Serbia had successfully resolved all outstanding issues with Hungary's MOL regarding its acquisition of a Russian-majority stake in the Serbian oil company NIS and that compromise had been reache»»»
Iran’s Hormuz Authority Orders Full Closure of Waterway
The Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA), the body responsible for monitoring the Strait of Hormuz, has announced the full closure of the strategic waterway until further notice, citing rising regional tensions and recent military developments. In a statement issued on Thursday, the authority linke»»»
U.S.-Iran action continues to escalate on day 2 of tit-for-tat attacks - UPI.com
June 11 (UPI) -- The United States and Iran traded attacks Wednesday night for a second straight day with American forces hitting multiple military, surveillance and radar installations in southern Iran and Iran hitting back at its Persian Gulf neighbors. U.S. Marine Corps, Air Force, and Navy asse»»»
GCC condemns repeated Iranian attacks against Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan
Riyadh: The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) condemned and denounced in the strongest terms the repeated hostile Iranian attacks against the Kingdom of Bahrain, the State of Kuwait, and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. In a statement issued on Thursday, GCC Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed AlBudaiwi s»»»
Al-Manar correspondents in southern Lebanon report two Israeli airstrikes on the towns of Shoukin, Habboush, Kfar Joz in Nabatieh district as well as a fresh airstrike on Al-Abbasiyeh in Tyre district - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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 two Israeli airstrikes on the towns of Shoukin, Habboush, Kfar Joz in Nabatieh district »»»
Islamic Resistance fighters targeted at 17:30 on Wednesday 10-06-2026 the newly established Nemer Al-Jamal site with a swarm of loitering drones: statement 4 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Resistance fighters targeted at 17:30 on Wednesday 10-06-2026 the newly established Nemer Al-Jamal site with a swarm of loitering d»»»