Biden Blocks $14.3bn US Steel Acquisition by Japan’s Nippon Steel
President Joe Biden has blocked the acquisition of US Steel by Japan’s Nippon Steel, a decision that underscores the administration’s commitment to maintaining a domestically controlled steel industry amidst persistent economic and geopolitical challenges. This decision, announced in the closing da»»»
French startup unveils non-humanoid robot as AI race moves to physical machines
French robotics startup Genesis AI on Tuesday unveiled "Eno", its first general-purpose robot, marking a step toward bringing advanced AI from online chatbots into physical machines. Backed by former Google CEO Eric Schmidt, the company says the wheeled robot is designed to extend human capabilitie»»»
UN chief Guterres to visit gang-ravaged Haiti
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres will visit Haiti on Tuesday in a show of solidarity with victims of violence in the impoverished Caribbean nation which has suffered for years as gangs have taken advantage of political instability to carry out rampant killings, rapes, looting and kidnappings. »»»
Federal judge scolds ICE for ‘public attack’ on colleague - UPI.com
A statue of the Scales of Justice casts a shadow on a U.S. courthouse in Alexandria, Virginia. On Tuesday, a federal judge scolded ICE officials for an "unfounded public attack" on another judge. File Photo by Mike Theiler/UPI | License Photo June 16 (UPI) -- Rhode Island's top federal judge rebuke»»»
Arlindo Chissale, a disappearance in the shadows of Mozambique's security services
Arlindo Chissale, a journalist and political activist in Mozambique, disappeared without a trace on January 7, 2025, in Cabo Delgado, a region in the grips of an Islamist insurrection. Chissale’s public stance and worrying signs in the days leading up to his disappearance make his loved ones suspec»»»
SOS messages from Mideast seas plunge India-US ties into choppy waters
The US military killed three Indian soldiers last week when it fired on a vessel while enforcing a US naval blockade, the latest in a series of setbacks for US-India ties. As Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the G7 summit this week, the two leaders will »»»
India blocks Telegram over 'medical entrance exam fraud' concerns
India's government has blocked messaging app Telegram until June 22, saying the platform was used to "defraud candidates" taking the medical entrance examination. The restriction was issued under a stringent provision of the IT law, which empowers the government to block acce»»»
US allies scramble to push Ukraine back to the top of Trump's agenda at G7
Allies of the United States at the G7 summit sought on Tuesday to refocus President Donald Trump’s attention on Ukraine, hoping to return the more than four-year war triggered by Russia’s full-scale invasion to the top of the agenda. The Iran conflict has in recent weeks dominated Trump's attention»»»
French spies break with data-analysis giant Palantir, wary of relying on US tech
France's government took another step toward ensuring "strategic autonomy" for its intelligence services Tuesday, announcing that it would ditch using American AI giant Palantir's data-sifting systems in favour of a domestic provider. The move comes as European governments are increasingly war»»»
The Debate - Ukraine back in favour? At G7, Trump threatens return of Russia oil sanctions
Before he left Washington, there were reports Volodymyr Zelenskiy wasn't even on Donald Trump's G7 bilateral meeting list, but in the end, the U-S president took the meeting. And more. In the French Alps resort of Evian, Trump putting the onus on Vladimir Putin to come to the bargaining table »»»
Mbappe double fires France to opening win over Senegal
EAST RUTHERFORD, United States: Kylian Mbappe scored twice as France launched their bid for a third World Cup crown with a 3-1 victory over Senegal in Group I on Tuesday. Real Madrid star Mbappe took his career World Cup goals tally to 14 — just two behind all-time leader Miroslav Klose — and Bradl»»»
Floyd Mayweather faces felony charges in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS: Boxer Floyd Mayweather faces two felony charges in Las Vegas over allegations that he wrote a bad check to purchase a watch from a luxury resale store. Mayweather was scheduled for an initial appearance Monday in Las Vegas Justice Court. He was not physically present for the hearing, but»»»
GORD, GCC, EPDA establish strategic partnership to shape carbon markets
Tribune News Network DOHA/ RAS AL KHAIMAH The Gulf Organisation for Research & Development (GORD), the Global Carbon Council (GCC), and the Environment Protection and Development Authority (EPDA) of Ras Al Khaimah have entered into a strategic tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at a»»»
French top honour for Qatari official
Tribune News Network Doha The French Republic yesterday awarded the National Order of the Legion of Honour (France’s highest national decoration) to Assistant Undersecretary for Digital Industry Affairs at the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, Reem Mohammed Al Mansoori, in reco»»»
MoFA, French Embassy host ‘Inside Gaza’ documentary screening
QNA Doha The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA), in cooperation with the French Embassy in Doha, hosted a special screening of the documentary ‘Inside Gaza’ at the Museum of Islamic Art on Tuesday, drawing attention to the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip and the challenges faced by journal»»»
Iran and US to embark on two months of peace talks Friday
The United States and Iran are to launch talks on a final settlement to their conflict on Friday (June 19, 2026) in Switzerland, officials said, as news that the Strait of Hormuz will reopen sent world oil prices tumbling. Negotiations over a final deal are to start immediately after a signing cere»»»
Mbappe double fires France to opening win over Senegal
East Rutherford, United States: Kylian Mbappe scored twice as France launched their bid for a third World Cup crown with a 3-1 victory over Senegal in Group I on Tuesday. Real Madrid star Mbappe took his career World Cup goals tally to 14 –- just two behind all-time leader Miroslav Klose –- and Bra»»»
SJC, NHRC sign MoU to deepen cooperation in justice and human rights
Doha The Supreme Judiciary Council (SJC) and the National Human Rights Committee (NHRC) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on Tuesday to collaborate in the areas of justice and human rights. The move is part of efforts to reinforce national cooperation and joint action aimed at consolidatin»»»
Jordanian, Bahraini FMs discuss developments after US-Iran understanding
LONDON: The Jordanian and Bahraini foreign ministers reaffirmed their countries’ fraternal ties on Tuesday, with both nations having faced regional security challenges and Iranian attacks since March. Ayman Safadi and Abdullatif bin Rashid Al-Zayani discussed the latest developments and their impli»»»
Egypt’s public sector companies to offer their shares
Experts: Privatization success depends on acquisition prevention Insurance and electricity companies are the first to offer shares Egyptian government is exerting great efforts to offer the public sector companies shares, submitting to the IMF loan conditions. Furthermore, the IMF loan is worth $12»»»
Iran and US to embark on two months of peace talks Friday
TEHRAN: The United States and Iran are to launch talks on a final settlement to their conflict on Friday in Switzerland, officials said, as news that the Strait of Hormuz will reopen sent world oil prices tumbling. Negotiations over a final deal are to start immediately after a deal signing ceremon»»»
Ghana asks Canada court to overturn Partey’s World Cup visa denial
TORONTO: Ghana on Tuesday asked a Canadian court to overturn Ottawa’s decision to ban footballer Thomas Partey, a day before the Ghanaian side’s World Cup opener in Toronto. Partey, a Villarreal midfielder, is facing seven charges of rape and one count of sexual assault in Britain relating to alleg»»»
War deals heavy blow to Lebanon's economy, disrupts recovery efforts - UPI.com
Damaged vehicles are seen following an Israeli airstrike that targeted an apartment in Choueifat, south of Beirut, Lebanon, on May 28. File Photo Wael Hamzeh/EPA BEIRUT, Lebanon, June 16 (UPI) -- Lebanon's economy, shattered by the 2019 financial collapse, has suffered another major shock from the »»»
Revolut surprises Hungarian users with free cash withdrawals
Revolut customers in Hungary have received welcome news, as the fintech giant introduces a temporary concession that significantly raises fee-free cash withdrawal limits. The additional allowance will be applied automatically and could affect more than two million users. Revolut announced one-off b»»»
Chile probes possible trafficking of Haitian children - UPI.com
Chile's government, through the National Migration Service, filed a criminal complaint with prosecutors over the suspected trafficking of minors after more than 200 Haitian children and teenagers who entered the country in 2025 could not be located. File Photo by Alberto Valdes/EPA June 16 (UPI) --»»»
Luigi Mangione's hearing delayed after paperwork issue - UPI.com
1 of 2 | Luigi Mangione appears at an evidence hearing May 18 at the Manhattan Supreme Court in New York City. A hearing in Mangione's state murder case was delayed Tuesday. Photo by Jeena Moon/UPI | License Photo June 16 (UPI) -- Luigi Mangione is expected to appear in court Wednesday for the late»»»
Canada face Qatar in Vancouver with wide-open Group B in focus at World Cup
VANCOUVER: Canada and Qatar meet on Thursday with Group B finely poised, setting up a compelling clash in Vancouver where victory would allow either side to claim three vital points and break ahead in the World Cup standings. Co-hosts Canada arrive following a 1-1 draw with Bosnia and Herzegovina i»»»
Tunisia repatriates nearly 100 sub-Saharan migrants in ‘voluntary return’
TUNIS: Tunisian authorities repatriated nearly a hundred migrants from sub-Saharan Africa on Tuesday under a so-called “voluntary return” initiative that has involved almost 5,000 people over the past year, Tunisia’s national guard said. With their backpacks and suitcases, dozens of individuals — m»»»
Poles ready to spend between PLN 2,000 and 4,000 for holiday trips
According to Provident’s Barometer, 63.1% of Poles plan a holiday trip this season, most often for up to seven days. The most common holiday budget is PLN 2,001-4,000, chosen by 19.9% of respondents. Another 15.3% plan to spend PLN 1,001-2,000, while 14.2% expect costs of PLN 4,001-6,000. More than»»»
Dangerous driving stunts lead to arrest of two young men in Ras Al Khaimah
Ras Al Khaimah: Ras Al Khaimah Police have arrested two young men, aged 18 and 20, after they were caught performing dangerous driving stunts with their private vehicles in one of the emirate’s areas, endangering their lives and the safety of other road users. The incident was detected by the compe»»»
Ohio Gov. DeWine calls on state to abolish death penalty - UPI.com
Gov.-elect Mike DeWine of Ohio participates in a meeting hosted by President Donald Trump with governors-elect at the White House in Washington, D.C., on December 13, 2018. DeWine on Tuesday urged the Ohio legislature to abolish the death penalty. File Photo by Chris Kleponis/UPI | License Photo Ju»»»
Qassem thanks Iran negotiator for help stopping Israel's Lebanon war
Hezbollah's chief on Tuesday thanked Iran's top negotiator for helping stop the "Israeli-American aggression" on Lebanon, after the announcement of a U.S.-Iran deal on ending the Middle East war that includes Lebanon. In a message to Iranian parliament speaker and top negotiator Mohammad Bagher Gha»»»
More complaints between tenants and owners going to Office of the Ombudsman
Poland’s Ombudsman is receiving more complaints about disputes between landlords and tenants, Ombudsman Marcin Wiącek told Rzeczpospolita. Some landlords claim that dishonest tenants are abusing tenant-protection rules to delay or block eviction, even after lease agreements have been legally termin»»»
Draft of changes to Polish Investment Zone presented for review
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AC Milan hires former Manchester United coach Rúben Amorim
MILAN: AC Milan hired Rúben Amorim on Tuesday, five months after he was fired by Manchester United — with the Portuguese coach set to face his old club in one of his first matches. Amorim was regarded as one of the top emerging coaches in Europe before his reputation took a hit in the Premier Leagu»»»
Russian warship 'fired warning shots' at British yacht in English Channel
LONDON: The British military is investigating reports that a Russian warship fired warning shots at a UK-registered yacht in the English Channel on Tuesday. The Defense Ministry said it was investigating an “incident” after the yacht said it was fired on by a Russian navy vessel about 460 meters aw»»»
Venezuela signs GE deal to rebuild national power grid - UPI.com
Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez signed a memorandum of understanding with U.S.-based GE Vernova, General Electric's energy division, and state-owned utility Corpoelec to repair, modernize and stabilize the country's struggling national power grid. File Photo by Miguel Gutierrez/EPA Ju»»»
That cheap insurance deal could be a costly scam
Dubai: Dubai Police have warned residents against falling victim to fake insurance offers promoted on social media, saying fraudsters are using deceptive advertisements and unrealistically low prices to lure consumers into financial scams. The warning was issued by the Anti-Fraud Centre at the Gene»»»
Kuwait’s highest court issues final ruling in Sheikh Talal case
Dubai: Kuwait’s Court of Cassation has sentenced Sheikh Talal Al Khaled, former interior minister, to three years in prison with hard labour and imposed a fine of KD3,000 after ruling in two high-profile public spending cases involving the Ministries of Interior and Defence. The court ordered the s»»»
Mixed emotions ahead of Haiti vs. Brazil for dually aligned fans headed to the World Cup game
PHILADELPHIA, USA: Like many other Haitians, Peguy Joseph is a longtime superfan of Brazil, the world’s greatest soccer power. In a few days, though – for the first time in his life – he won’t root for the Brazilians. He has a World Cup ticket to see them play, in a wildly improbable matchup, again»»»
France in focus - Who is Didier Deschamps, the France coach aiming for a third World Cup title?
Didier Deschamps has been coaching the French men's national football team for 14 years, a record period at the helm. He and his players are now aiming for a third World Cup title. The tournament in the US, Canada and Mexico will be his last competition as head of Les Bleus»»»
Heavyweights Argentina and France start World Cup quests
LOS ANGELES: Lionel Messi’s Argentina and Kylian Mbappe’s France, the two teams who contested a thrilling World Cup final four years ago, roar into the 2026 tournament on Tuesday. Argentina, who won that dramatic contest in Doha in a penalty shootout after it finished 3-3 following extra time, take»»»
Over half of Yemen’s population acutely hungry as UN warns crisis is accelerating
NEW YORK: More than 18 million people in Yemen — over half the country’s population — are acutely hungry, the UN’s top humanitarian official told the Security Council on Tuesday, describing a crisis that is deepening faster than the international community can respond. During a Security Council mee»»»
Moscow slams Dutch plan to test POW camp for Russian soldiers
Moscow has condemned a Dutch military test involving a mock prisoner-of-war camp for Russian soldiers, warning European “hotheads” that the facilities would be of no use if a real conflict broke out. Dutch media reported last week that the Netherlands Army was test-running a new POW camp design at »»»
Health Minister Takes Part in EPSCO Meeting on Healthcare in Luxembourg
Health Minister Katya Ivkova took part in a regular meeting of the EU Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs Council, held on Tuesday in Luxembourg, the Health Ministry said on its website. At Germany’s initiative, the health ministers of the Member States were informed of developme»»»
Saudi Arabia saved Yemen from another civil war, says top official
MARIB: Maj. Gen. Sultan Al-Aradah, a member of Yemen’s Presidential Leadership Council, and governor of Marib, said Saudi Arabia helped prevent Yemen from sliding into a new civil war through what he described as its “sincere” support during the tensions that unfolded in Hadramawt and Al-Mahra last»»»
EU passes trade deal almost a year after agreement at Turnberry - UPI.com
International leaders gathered at the Group of Seven summitt at Evian-les-Bains, France, Tuesday. The European Union agreed to the trade deal that was ironed out last summer by President Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. Photo by Yoan Valat. June 16 (UPI) -- The E»»»
Court Overturns Lom Mayor's Suspension over Vote-Buying Charges
The Montana District Court overturned a lower court ruling that had temporarily suspended Lom Mayor Tsvetan Petrov from office, rejecting prosecutors' request to bar him from carrying out his duties. Petrov was charged with allegedly offering EUR 50 each to 21 employees of the municipal sanitation »»»
Hezbollah thanks Iran negotiator for help stopping Israel’s Lebanon war
BEIRUT: Hezbollah’s chief on Tuesday thanked Iran’s top negotiator for helping stop the “Israeli-American aggression” on Lebanon, after the announcement of a US-Iran deal on ending the Middle East war that includes Lebanon. In a message to Iranian parliament speaker and top negotiator Mohammad Bagh»»»
Finn on trial for Russian sanctions violation risks prison
HELSINKI: A Finnish entrepreneur went on trial on Tuesday accused of exporting trucks and trailers from Finland to neighboring Russia in violation of European sanctions, and faces up to four years in prison if convicted. The man’s company, registered in the town of Lappeenranta near Finland’s borde»»»