Errol Musk Praises Organization of SPIEF
South African businessman Errol Musk, the father of US entrepreneur Elon Musk, told Sputnik that he was impressed by the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF), saying such a level of organization is uncommon. "Very good, very good. You know, really, a top draw, so they [the organizers»»»
President Calls for Justice for Thracian Bulgarians at Memorial Gathering
President Iliana Iotova expressed hope that justice will one day be achieved for the Thracian Bulgarians in an address delivered Saturday at the National Youth Thracian Gathering at Ilieva Niva. The event marked the 30th anniversary of the opening of the Ilieva Niva Memorial Complex and the 113th a»»»
Viral 'Cockroach Party' leads India protest over exam fiasco
New Delhi, India: Hundreds of young students gathered in New Delhi on Saturday for the first street protest organised by the satirical "Cockroach People's Party" over alleged irregularities in recent major examinations. Protesters, some in paper cockroach masks -- a reference to reported remarks by»»»
Wolf that bit woman in German mall likely dead: authorities
Berlin, Germany: A wolf that bit a woman at a shopping mall in Hamburg, northern Germany, in late March -- in the first such incident since the species returned to Germany some 30 years ago -- is likely dead, local authorities said Saturday. "Based on available evidence, the animal is likely dead,"»»»
Trump Says Iran Has '22 Percent' of Missiles Left
Iran still has "21, 22 percent" of its missiles left, US President Donald Trump said on Friday, after Tehran fired dozens across the region during a week marked by repeated violations of a fragile ceasefire. "They still have capacity. They have some missiles, they have some drones. I would say, per»»»
Wrth opens doors to traditional Najdi craftsmanship
RIYADH: In traditional Najdi homes, doors were never merely entrances; they reflected the identity of a household, showcased the artistic taste of its owners, and carried the signature of craftsmen who spent countless hours transforming wood into intricate works of art designed to endure for genera»»»
Madinah library offers access to rare manuscripts
MADINAH: The Prophet’s Mosque Library has opened its doors to pilgrims arriving in Madinah after completing Hajj, offering international visitors access to its extensive resources and educational services in a calm, tranquil setting. As one of the oldest endowed libraries in the Islamic world, it s»»»
Minister of Finance: The Egyptian economy is witnessing significant improvements and new rates for custom dollar by February 2017
Minister of Finance, Amr Al Garhy, referred to the economic performance indicators within the first-half of 2016/2017. He said, the total deficit declined to a 5.1 percent compared to a 6.2 percent within the same period of last year. The revenues recorded EGP 220 billion, increasing by a 14.5 perc»»»
Aoun: Hezbollah’s chief does not represent the Lebanese people – Ya Libnan
Share: File photo of Lebanese President Joseph Aoun Commenting on the speech by Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem in which he rejected the. ceasefire deal between Lebanon and Israel, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun told CNN on Friday that Qassem does not represent the Lebanese people and that the Lebanese»»»
ISIE to organise forum on volunteering in elections and supporting youth participation on June 8-10
Tunis, June 6 (TAP) - The Independent High Authority for Elections (ISIE) is organising a forum on volunteering in elections and supporting youth participation in elections on June 8-10 in Tunis. ISIE President Farouk Bouasker is expected to...»»»
SPIEF 2027 to Be Held at Traditional Time - Organizer
The 2027 St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) will be held at its traditional time, with the exact dates depending on the international calendar of events, Anton Kobyakov, adviser to the Russian president and executive secretary of the SPIEF organizing committee, said on Saturday. He»»»
Bella Hadid spotlights Prada Beauty, Orebella
DUBAI: American supermodel Bella Hadid gave followers a glimpse into her beauty routine this week, sharing a laid-back “get ready with me” Instagram carousel featuring soft glam touches, her signature effortless style — and a cameo from her dog, Beans. In the post, Hadid lounged on a cream rug besi»»»
Bishkek and Chui region hit by one-hour blackout - | 24.KG
An emergency power outage occurred in Bishkek on a 110-kilovolt power line. According to preliminary data, around 70 percent of electricity consumers in the capital were left without power. Residents of Chui region, including the city of Kant and the villages of Baytik and Tash-Dobo, were also affe»»»
Kyrgyzstan and Yakutia update cooperation agreement - | 24.KG
Head of the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia) Aisen Nikolaev and First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan Daniyar Amangeldiev signed an updated intergovernmental agreement on the sidelines of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum. The current document on the principles of»»»
Cause of power outage in Bishkek and suburbs revealed - | 24.KG
The large-scale power outage in Bishkek was caused by damage to the 110-kilovolt Parkovaya — Ala-Archa high-voltage transmission line. According to the National Electric Network of Kyrgyzstan (NENK) OJSC, a HOWO cargo truck damaged the overhead power line between pylons No. 23 and 24. As a result o»»»
Pakistan Interior Minister Visits Iran
An informed source has told that Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi will travel to Tehran on Saturday in continuation of mediation of the Asian country on the Iran-US talks. This is while that the Pakistani interior minister met and held talks twice with his Iranian counterpart Eskandar Mome»»»
Google to Pay Musk $920 Million a Month for AI Computing Capacity
SpaceX on Friday signed a blockbuster cloud computing agreement under which Google will pay the Elon Musk-founded rocket company $920 million per month for access to a massive cluster of AI chips, according to a disclosure in its initial public offering filing. The deal, which will bolster SpaceX's»»»
India’s Viral ‘Cockroach Party’ protest: Youth outrage over exam leaks, job crisis and credibility of tests
Hundreds of young students gathered in New Delhi on Saturday for the first street protest organised by the satirical "Cockroach People's Party" over alleged irregularities in recent major examinations. Protesters, some in paper cockroach masks - a reference to reported remarks by India's top judge »»»
Yediot Ahronoth: Netanyahu Desperately Invoked Beaufort Castle Amid Setbacks in Northern Front
An article in the Hebrew newspaper Yediot Aharonot by writer Hen Artzi said that “the Prime Minister, in an attempt to repair public opinion amid the faltering operation in the north, has desperately invoked Beaufort Castle to manufacture a sense of national pride.” The article, published on Saturd»»»
Eye on Africa - Misinformation complicates Ebola efforts
In tonight's programme, efforts to contain the Ebola outbreak are hampered by mistrust and rumors. Ruto defends Kenya’s preparedness measures, including a U.S.-supported Ebola quarantine facility. And Africans themselves drive tourism's growth on the continent.»»»
Qatar condemns repeated Iranian attacks on Kuwait, Bahrain
Doha The State of Qatar strongly condemned the repeated Iranian attacks on the State of Kuwait and the Kingdom of Bahrain, considering them a blatant violation of the sovereignty of both countries and a flagrant breach of international law. In a statement on Saturday, the Ministry of Foreign Affair»»»
Bernadette Chirac, widow of former French president, dies at 93
Bernadette Chirac, the widow of former French president Jacques Chirac, has died at the age of 93, her daughter told AFP on Saturday. Bernadette Chirac, widow of former French president Jacques Chirac, died on Friday evening at the age of 93, her daughter Claude Chirac told AFP on Saturday. Born Be»»»
Parliamentary elections mark 'historical moment' for Armenia, expert says
Armenia's upcoming parliamentary elections, which could reshape the country's ties with Russia and the West, mark a "historic moment" for the country, according to Ulrich Schmid, Professor of Eastern European Studies at the University of St Gallen. Incumbent Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan is seekin»»»
Istanbul bans forest entry to prevent summer wildfires
Istanbul, Turkiye: Turkish authorities have banned entry to forested areas across Istanbul from June 8 to October 15, the Istanbul Governor's Office announced Saturday. The measure also prohibits lighting fires near forests, including barbecues and camp stoves, among others, it said. The decision a»»»
Islamic Resistance fighters targeted on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at 07:30, a Merkava tank at the newly established Blat site with an Ababil loitering glider [FPV], achieving a confirmed hit: statement 2 - 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 on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at 07:30, a Merkava tank at the newly established Blat site with an Ababil »»»
Rosneft: US Companies Benefit from Strait of Hormuz Closure
Rosneft Chief Executive Igor Sechin said on Saturday that US energy companies were the main beneficiaries of the closure of the Strait of Hormuz but warned that continued tensions in the artery for one fifth of the world's crude would undermine long-term demand for oil. Iran blockaded the Strait, t»»»
Municipal Leadership, Spanish Delegation Discuss Kazanlak-Xativa Cooperation Opportunities
The municipal leadership of Kazanlak and a delegation from the Spanish city of Xativa discussed opportunities for cooperation in culture, education, tourism, and business, Kazanlak Municipality said in a press release on Saturday. With such meetings, aimed at building a sustainable partnership betw»»»
Pope Leo visits Spain with focus on immigration
Pope Leo arrived in Spain on Saturday for a week-long visit, his first to an EU country outside Italy, where he will inaugurate a new tower in Barcelona's famed Sagrada Familia basilica and meet migrants who braved dangerous Atlantic waters to reach Europe. FRANCE 24's Sarah Morris reports from »»»
‘UAE gave me wings’: Why moving to Dubai was the best decision for this Greek expat
Dubai: When Sperxos Pavlopoulos boarded his flight to Dubai in 2014, he had no guarantee of success. He left behind family, friends, and a familiar life in Greece, carrying little more than his passion for cooking and a hunger to grow. “Even from a distance, you could feel that this was a city wher»»»
Katara to host immersive Colorverse Experience, tickets from QR35
Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Calendar, in collaboration with organizers of the Colorverse Experience, is set to bring an interactive, story-driven adventure to Katara Cultural Village from July 15 to September 15, 2026. The event offers visitors a unique journey into a world of light, colour, and discove»»»
Hezbollah Fighters Repel Zionist Combat Drones, Strike Occupation Forces - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah Fighters Repel Zionist Combat Drones, Strike Occupation Forces 06-06-2026 15:43 PM The Islamic Resistance continued on Saturday c»»»
Islamic Resistance fighters confronted on Friday, June 5, 2026, at 20:30, an enemy “Israeli” Heron 1 drone in the skies over the Rihan area with a surface-to-air missile, forcing it to retreat: statement 3 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Araghchi Urges Lebanon President to Save Country From 'Real Foe'
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Saturday urged Lebanese President Joseph Aoun to save Lebanon from its "real foe," Israel, a day after Aoun called on Tehran to stop interfering in his country's affairs. "Based on Mr. Aoun's comments, one would think it's Iran that has occupied one-fifth »»»
Lebanon Launches Rehabilitation of its Second Airport
Lebanon launched the rehabilitation of its second airport on Saturday, in preparation for an opening within months, at a time when the country faces constant fighting between Hezbollah and Israel. Lebanon currently has one international airport, in Beirut next to the capital's southern suburbs, a H»»»
Antonelli leads Ferraris in Monaco F1 final practice
Monaco: Championship leading teenager Kimi Antonelli bounced back to top the times for Mercedes ahead of both Ferraris in Saturday's final free practice ahead of qualifying at the Monaco Grand Prix. The 19-year-old Italian, who had endured a torrid race last year and appeared off the pace in Friday»»»
Speaker Berri: Israeli Attack on Lebanese Army “By No Means a Mistake or a Suspicion”
Lebanese Speaker Nabih Berri on Saturday offered condolences to Lebanese Army Chief General Rodolphe Haylkal on martyrdom of two officers and a soldier in an Israeli attack on their vehicle in southern Lebanon. Speaker Berri contacted General Haykal “to offer his condolences to the military institu»»»
Iranian missiles target Bahrain and Kuwait in fresh strikes
The Gulf countries of Bahrain and Kuwait came under renewed aerial attacks early Saturday after the United States said it had carried out strikes against Iran. Bahrain, home to the US Fifth Fleet headquarters, strongly condemned the attacks on its territory and neighbouring Kuwait. Bahrain said the»»»
Tickets now on sale for Hans Zimmer's 'The Next Level' Doha concert
Doha, Qatar: Tickets are now available for multiple Oscar and Grammy Award-winning composer Hans Zimmer's highly anticipated 'The Next Level' concert in Doha. The grand live concert will take place at the 974 Stadium Precinct on November 6 at 8pm and will feature a breathtaking show with his 19-pie»»»
15 World Cup delegation members denied US visas: Iran media
Tehran, Iran: The United States, one of the three host countries of the 2026 World Cup, has refused to grant visas to 15 members of Iran's delegation, state television reported on Saturday. "Visas have been issued for the national team and the technical staff, and there are 15 members of the admini»»»
Al-Manar correspondent: Rockets fired from Lebanon targeting Israeli forces positions in Al-Bayyada southern border town - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Cycling tours held in three Saudi cities
RIYADH: World Bicycle Day, observed annually on June 3, highlights cycling as a simple, affordable, and eco-friendly mode of transport, and a key driver of public health and sustainable urban living. The Saudi Cycling Federation, in cooperation with the Saudi Sports for All Federation and the Sport»»»
30,000 flower seedlings planted in Baha park
BAHA: The development and rehabilitation of the flower garden at Prince Hussam Park has been completed by the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture’s branch in the Baha region, in cooperation with Baha municipality. Fahd Al-Zahrani, director general of the ministry’s branch in Baha, said t»»»
Kuwait authorities arrest suspect accused of armed robbery in exchange house
Kuwait: The Kuwaiti Criminal Security Sector, represented by the General Department of Criminal Investigations, arrested a suspect involved in a robbery targeting one of the branches of an exchange company in Al Shaab area of the country. The Kuwait Ministry of Interior in a social media post recen»»»
Palestine Film Institute unveils Sheffield DocFest lineup
DUBAI: The Palestine Film Institute has unveiled the lineup of filmmakers and work-in-progress projects set to be showcased at this year’s Sheffield DocFest, highlighting a slate of stories centered on identity, memory and resistance. Presented in collaboration with Sheffield DocFest and supported »»»
EBRD2026: EBRD, EU expand InvestEU support with €478mn in new guarantees
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the European Union will increase support for sustainable infrastructure, green investment and digitalisation projects across EU economies where the lender operates, the two institutions announced on June 5. Speaking at the EBRD's Annua»»»
US reports second case of dangerous livestock pest
Washington, United States: The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) said Friday it had detected a second case of a dangerous livestock pest in Texas, while Canada introduced a temporary ban on livestock from the state. The new incidence of the New World screwworm (NWS), whose flesh-eating larvae can»»»
Jamaica experiencing island-wide blackout
Mexico City: An island-wide power blackout hit Jamaica on Friday evening following a system failure, according to the country's officials and power utility. "Island-wide black out," Minister of Energy, Telecommunications and Transport Daryl Vaz said in a post on X, adding that he was awaiting an up»»»
SpaceX signs $30 billion AI deal with Google
Google has agreed to pay SpaceX $920 million per month for AI compute capacity through June 2029, according to the space-tech company’s filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission. The arrangement is worth almost $30 billion over the full period and covers the rental of “approximately 110»»»
EU weighs ending protection for military-aged Ukrainian men
Ukraine has asked Brussels to exclude military-aged Ukrainian men from temporary protection measures, EU Migration Commissioner Magnus Brunner has said, according to Deutsche Welle. Kiev has been seeking to replenish troop numbers amid mounting manpower shortages. Tens of thousands of Ukrainians ha»»»
Australia flu cases drop 65 percent as experts urge vaccination
Melbourne, Australia: Recorded influenza cases in Australia have plummeted 65 percent compared to the same period last year, but infectious diseases experts are urging the public not to underestimate the risk. The Australian Center for Disease Control (ACDC) released its latest respiratory surveill»»»