New Delhi: Indian authorities have removed top education bosses from the exam board after marking failures in tests taken by nearly two million high school students sparked outrage and calls for protests. The controversy, after the board acknowledged cybersecurity vulnerabilities in a digital marki»»»

The 29th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum will take place June 3–6 under the theme “Pragmatic Dialogue: The Path to a Stable Future.” More than 130 countries will participate, with a strong emphasis on cooperation with the Global South, BRICS, and emerging markets.To view this video plea»»»

Dubai: D.K. Shivakumar, one of the most influential leaders in the Congress party, is set to take over as Karnataka’s Chief Minister, marking the culmination of a political journey that spans more than three decades. Known within political circles as the Congress party’s “troubleshooter,” Shivakuma»»»

The Cuban people are facing unprecedented outside pressure, and Russia declares its firm solidarity and support for them, said Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. "Against the backdrop of the unprecedented external pressure facing the Cuban people, we once again express our firm solidarity and »»»

Doha, Qatar: With the 2026 FIFA World Cup just around the corner, Spain and France head the list of leading favourites to lift football’s most coveted trophy, while defending champions Argentina, five-time winners Brazil and England complete a strong group of contenders. Although the World Cup has »»»

Foxes, sharks and puffins are on a shortlist of wildlife to appear on Britain's next banknotes, replacing historic figures including World War Two leader Winston Churchill, novelist Jane Austen and mathematician Alan Turing. In all, the Bank of England and wildlife experts have selected 18 animals »»»

Iraq is stepping up its measures to impose state monopoly over weapons with some Shiite armed factions declaring that they were dismantling their military wings that have for years operated outside the control of the armed forces even though they are part of the official Popular Mobilization Forces»»»

Progressive Bulgaria’s proposed changes to pensions and party financing triggered a fierce political clash, with opposition parties accusing the government of balancing public finances at the expense of retirees and democratic institutions. The dispute erupted during a meeting of the parliamentary »»»

This story is still breaking. New details emerge every day, officials are being fired, investigators are opening cases, and key figures are crossing borders. What follows is the most complete picture available as of early June 2026. Much more will come to light in the weeks ahead. Sometime in Novem»»»

A US Supreme Court ruling last week revives multi-million-dollar Cuba compensation claims against cruise giants, reopening one of the oldest wounds in relations between Washington and Havana. The ruling concerned Havana Docks Corporation v Royal Caribbean Cruises, which, on its surface, relates to »»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) has spotlighted data classification as a cornerstone of information privacy in an increasingly interconnected digital world. In an awareness framework shared via its official channels, the regulatory body outlined a unified five-tier data c»»»

Indonesian military prosecutors sought two-and-a-half years in prison on Wednesday for each of the four soldiers charged over an acid attack on an activist critical of the armed forces’ perceived expanding role in government. Andrie Yunus, 27, of the KontraS rights group, suffered serious injuries »»»

MANILA: Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos warned on Wednesday that important laws may be derailed as senators backing Vice President Sara Duterte stopped attending sessions ahead of her impeachment trial next month.Pro-Duterte lawmakers began a Senate boycott this week after losing majority con»»»

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos warned on Wednesday that important laws may be derailed as senators backing Vice President Sara Duterte stopped attending sessions ahead of her impeachment trial next month. Pro-Duterte lawmakers began a Senate boycott this week after losing majority control, w»»»

On June 12, the Gazprom Sports Complex in Bishkek will host the international tournament WEF Amateurs & UWW Pankration, the Kyrgyzstan’s MMA Association reported. According to the association, leading athletes from Kyrgyzstan and foreign countries will compete for a prestigious trophy, showcasing a»»»

Shell pumped oil through Nigeria pipeline for years despite pollution evidence, documents show 14 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleSimi JolaosoBille Simi Jolaoso / BBCResidents of the riverine community of Bille say their livelihoods have been lost because of oil pollution British mult»»»

On June 2, the Bishkek City Court reviewed an appeal filed by journalist Makhabat Tazhibek kyzy against a ruling by the Leninsky District Court and rejected it. The information was confirmed by the journalist’s lawyer, Akynbek Nogoev. Related news Court releases Makhabat Tazhibek kyzy, preventive m»»»

An Iraqi national accused of plotting at least 18 attacks in Europe in retaliation for the US and Israel’s war with Iran pleaded not guilty on Monday before calling himself a “prisoner of war” and telling a judge that children and women were being killed “by your rockets.” Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawoo»»»

BUNIA, DR Congo: Dorcas Mapenzi fears the worst if Ebola comes to the Kingonze camp, where she lives alongside more than 25,000 other displaced people in the conflict-hit eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. “If Ebola comes, we’ll be wiped out as we’re packed like sardines,” the displaced woman to»»»

SEOUL: North Korea slammed on Wednesday remarks by the top American military official in South Korea comparing his host nation to “the dagger in the heart of Asia,” saying it reflected Washington’s strategy to contain China. General Xavier Brunson made the comments in an interview as speculation bu»»»

Police in Osh have detained a man who had been wanted on suspicion of inflicting bodily injuries on his wife, the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the region reported. According to law enforcement authorities, a domestic dispute occurred between the spouses on March 9. During the»»»

Hong Kong resident Lisa Lau put on a costume drama as she settled on the bed that occupies much of her tiny apartment, trying to take her mind off of a looming eviction. Subdivided flats like Lau's three-square-metre (32-square-foot) home -- made by splitting up an apartment into smaller units -- a»»»

WASHINGTON: Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Tuesday that he is optimistic about the potential for a resumption in nuclear talks with Iran despite a shaky ceasefire in the war that is looking increasingly in doubt. Rubio defended the Trump administration’s approach to Iran and other global hotsp»»»

STARKE, Florida: A Florida man who confessed to killing his girlfriend’s infant daughter and throwing her body in a pond three decades ago was executed Tuesday evening. Andrew Richard Lukehart, 53, was pronounced dead at 6:19 pm after receiving a three-drug injection at Florida State Prison near St»»»

DETROIT: Two scientists at a US government lab were charged with smuggling vials of deactivated mpox virus into the country from Africa and lying about it during interviews with investigators at a Michigan airport, authorities said Tuesday. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News ap»»»

Florida executed Andrew Richard Lukehart by lethal injection Tuesday at Florida State Prison in Raiford. File photo by Ulises Rodriguez June 2 (UPI) -- Authorities in Florida executed a Jacksonville, Fla., man Tuesday for the 1996 murder of his girlfriend's 5-month-old daughter. Andrew Richard Luke»»»

In a move reflecting regional economic resilience, the Egyptian Exchange (EGX) wrapped up the week on a positive note. On March 13, 2025, the EGX30, the main index, ascended by 0.78%, reaching 31,290.62 points. This marks a significant achievement amidst fluctuating global market trends. The bullis»»»

A Taiwanese institute has unveiled a new model of armed “robot dog” designed for coastal patrols, reconnaissance, and high-risk military missions. The machines were presented during an event in Taipei on Tuesday. National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology (NCSIST) demonstrated three we»»»

MANILA: The House of Representatives expelled Cavite 4th District Rep. Francisco “Kiko” Barzaga, one of the most severe disciplinary actions available to Congress. The vote on Tuesday came after lawmakers found him guilty of "disorderly behaviour", "conduct unbecoming of a legislator" and repeated »»»

PARIS, France: Alexander Zverev breezed past Rafael Jodar to stay on course for an elusive Grand Slam title at the French Open, while Jakub Mensik halted Joao Fonseca’s scintillating run in the quarter-finals on Tuesday. Zverev, the highest-ranked player left in the men’s draw, put an end to Spanis»»»

Protesters in the southern British city of Southampton on Tuesday attacked police at the site of the murder of an 18-year-old student who was handcuffed as he lay dying in December from stab wounds after his killer falsely alleged a racist attack. Far-right firebrand figure Tommy Robinson addressed»»»

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche looks on during a subcommittee hearing May 19 in the Dirksen Senate Office Building near the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. Blanche said Tuesday the Department of Justice will not operate a planned "anti-weaponization" fund. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License »»»

Share: Leaders of Lebanon’s major Christian and Muslim communities convened in Beirut at the Druze Community center for a spiritual summit and issued a set of recommendations in a joint statement emphasizing national unity in the face of escalating Israeli attacks and regional uncertainty The Summi»»»

The artist who painted a giant mural on a building in downtown Dallas of life-sized swimming whales has filed a $25 million lawsuit against soccer’s international governing body and others, saying they illegally painted over his work to promote the city’s upcoming World Cup matches. The artist Wyla»»»

Secret Service officers rush to the sound of gunfire April 25 in the Washington Hilton after shots were heard during the White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington, D.C. The dinner has been rescheduled for July 24. Photo by Aaron Schwartz/UPI | License Photo June 2 (UPI) -- Officials have res»»»

BEIRUT: The war ‌between Israel and the Iran-backed Hezbollah has devastated swathes of Lebanon, though a partial de-escalation agreement announced on Monday has averted renewed airstrikes on the capital Beirut for now. Israel seeks to end the threat posed by Hezbollah rocket fire and force the gro»»»

Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski ranks among the top 5.2% of 21,291 higher education institutions worldwide in the Global 2000 ranking for 2026, the university said on its website on Tuesday. The ranking is based on results published by the Center for World University Rankings (CWUR), a consul»»»

Donald Trump appointed a loyalist with no national security experience as head of US intelligence on Tuesday, while allowing him to keep his housing and mortgage oversight roles. Federal Housing Finance Agency chief Bill Pulte – who is known for publicly attacking Trump's political enemies&nbs»»»

Protestors and federal agents clash Wednesday outside Delaney Hall Detention Center in Newark, N.J. New Jersey's attorney general announced a lawsuit Tuesday seeking access for health officials into the facility. Photo by Angelina Katsanis/UPI | License Photo June 2 (UPI) -- The New Jersey attorney»»»

President John Dramani Mahama of Ghana speaks at the United Nations in September. Ghana's parliament just passed an anti-LGBTQ+ law requiring prison time and mandatory reporting. File Photo by Peter Foley/UPI | License Photo June 2 (UPI) -- Ghana's parliament approved a bill criminalizing identific»»»

Tunis, June 2 (TAP) - The Criminal Chamber specialising in terrorism cases at the Tunis Court of First Instance issued its rulings on Tuesday evening in the so-called “secret apparatus” case involving the Ennahdha movement, handing down sentences...»»»

JERUSALEM: Tens of thousands of ultra-Orthodox demonstrated across Israel on Monday, blocking roads and trains and setting cars on fire to protest mandatory enlistment in Israel’s military. Israel’s police said demonstrators blocked major intersections and attacked a soldier who disembarked from a »»»

Damascus: The number of aircraft transiting Syrian airspace in May 2026 reached 11,801, compared with 2,468 during the same month in 2025, marking growth of more than 378 percent, the General Authority for Civil Aviation and Air Transport (GACA) said. In a post on the X platform, President of GACA »»»

Poland is facing the same “China Shock 2.0” affecting Germany, according to an analysis inspired by economists Sander Tordoir and Brad Setser. Industries most exposed to rising Chinese imports have been in decline since 2023, with textile output down 20%, electrical equipment production down 26.5%,»»»

The Baltic Sea is facing one of the most serious crises in its history, with declining fish stocks, falling catches, and a shrinking fishing fleet. A new European Parliament report proposes making the Baltic a pilot region for ecosystem-based management, addressing not only fishing but also polluti»»»

US President Donald Trump was said to be reconsidering a controversial $1.8 billion compensation fund on Monday, created as part of a settlement with the IRS, amid legal challenges and growing opposition from Republicans. The Justice Department has paused implementation following a court order, rai»»»

Californians have their final chance to vote Tuesday in a fiercely contested gubernatorial primary ahead of Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom’s mandate coming to an end at the end of the year. The state's open-primary system, which allows the two best-performing candidates to advance regardless»»»

Ride-sharing service Uber released its 10th annual Lost & Found Index, an accounting of the most common -- and most unusual -- items left behind by passengers. Photo courtesy of Uber June 2 (UPI) -- Ride-sharing service Uber released its 10th annual Lost & Found Index, an accounting of the most com»»»

Bulgaria’s political confrontation over the proposed fiscal package intensified sharply in parliament, with opposition parties accusing Rumen Radev's cabinet over debt, pensions, and party financing. The debate centers on a set of measures including a planned 3.8 billion euro increase in »»»

Progressive Bulgaria (PB) has withdrawn its controversial proposal to increase Bulgaria’s debt ceiling by 3.8 billion euros, following strong criticism from opposition parties. However, the measure is expected to return shortly, this time formally submitted by the Council of Ministers. The proposal»»»