Strict penalties, including closures, for summer work ban violations
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Labour has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting workers from heat stress during the summer season through a combination of strict enforcement measures, regular inspections and expanded awareness campaigns, including the launch of a new “Campaign Ambassadors” initiati»»»
Baba Alino Case in Bulgaria Deepens: Stolen Water, Fake Contracts, New Illegal Complex Close ByOpinions
A recap for new readers: In late May 2026, Bulgarian authorities exposed a complex of 104 buildings built without permits in the Baba Alino locality near Varna, on land registered as forest inside a Natura 2000 protected zone. The investor was Oleg Nevzorov, a Ukrainian businessman who has since fl»»»
Colombia counts 173 dead and 670 missing in Russia-Ukraine war
Colombia has recorded 173 citizens dead and 670 missing in the Russia-Ukraine war, the most detailed official accounting yet of a conflict that has turned the South American country into one of the largest sources of foreign fighters in Eastern Europe, according to figures released by the Foreign M»»»
US, Iran hit each other again as hopes for Middle East peace deal fade
Tehran: The United States launched fresh attacks against Iran on Thursday, prompting Tehran to retaliate, as US leaders accused their counterparts of dragging out negotiations for a deal to end the three-month war. The second straight day of tit-for-tat strikes, with Iran targeting US bases across »»»
Kuwait temporarily shuts down airspace amid Iranian attacks
Kuwait: The Directorate General of Civil Aviation in Kuwait announced temporary closure of the country's airspace effective as of Thursday morning. The DGCA said that starting at 4:50am on June 11 the Kuwaiti airspace was closed with flights being diverted to alternative airports. This will continu»»»
Philippine town seeks immediate airlift of food to ease hunger in quake-hit villages
GENERAL SANTOS: The mayor of a southern Philippine town that was devastated by a powerful earthquake pleaded Thursday for helicopters to transport food to stave off hunger in several landslide-isolated villages. The 7.8 magnitude offshore quake, one of the strongest to hit the Philippine archipelag»»»
Philippine town seeks immediate airlift of food to ease hunger in quake-hit villages
GENERAL SANTOS, Philippines: The mayor of a southern Philippine town that was devastated by a powerful earthquake pleaded Thursday for helicopters to transport food to stave off hunger in several landslide-isolated villages. The 7.8 magnitude offshore quake, one of the strongest to hit the Philippi»»»
Al Majalla’s Film Watch: football on the big screen
On the occasion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Al Majalla highlights some of the most notable and recent films on the world's most coveted sport. We start with a classic and then dive into more recent titles. A Stranger in My House Written by: Wahid Hamed Directed by: Samir Seif Country of production:»»»
US Central Command Says Completed Strikes on Iran
The United States has completed attacks on targets in Iran, the US Central Command said. "US Central Command (CENTCOM) forces completed additional self-defense strikes against multiple targets in Iran, June 10, at the Commander in Chief's direction," the command said in a statement. The statement a»»»
Embraer Presses Ahead with Saudi Aviation, Defense Partnerships
Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer is pressing ahead with strategic memoranda of understanding signed with Saudi Arabia in 2023, company officials said, underscoring the kingdom’s growing weight in the global aviation market. Speaking to Asharq Al-Awsat during a tour and media briefing at Embr»»»
Israeli military says two ‘launches’ fall near Israeli troops in southern Lebanon
DUBAI: The Israeli military said on Thursday that two “launches” were identified falling adjacent to an area where Israeli troops are operating in southern Lebanon, after sirens sounded in several areas of northern Israel. Earlier, the military said Home Front Command had issued a precautio»»»
The Indian workers training AI robots to take their jobs
KARUR: With a smartphone strapped to her head, Indian housewife Nagireddy Sriramyachandra films herself slicing mangoes to train AI-powered robots to take on household jobs in the future. Earning just over two dollars for an hour of video, her mundane recordings are invaluable for global tech compa»»»
US Congress approves $70 billion bill to fund Trump’s immigration crackdown
The US Congress on Tuesday passed a $70 billion funding bill for President Donald Trump's immigration agenda, sending the measure to the White House after months of partisan debate. The legislation allocates $38 billion for ICE, $26 billion for Border Patrol and $5 billion for contingency costs thr»»»
UNHCR says fewer people displaced worldwide in 2025 but long-term refugee crisis persists
GENEVA: The number of people displaced worldwide by conflict and persecution fell in 2025 for the first time in a decade, but levels of refugees facing long-term displacement remain unacceptably high, a UN refugee agency report said on Thursday. Last year, 5.4 million people fled their homes, brin»»»
In aging South Korea, AI dolls care for the elderly
YONGIN: In her tiny apartment in South Korea, where she lives alone, 78-year-old Bang Chun-ja spends her days with a childlike AI-powered doll she says she prefers to people.The doll greets Bang when she returns home, sings to her when she feels bored, reminds her not to skip meals or medication — »»»
Iran ‘playing us for suckers’, Trump says, US will attack them ‘very hard’
President Donald Trump on Wednesday accused Tehran of taking too long to negotiate a peace deal and warned that the US would attack Iran "very hard" if an agreement is not finalised quickly. Iran said it would reassess diplomatic engagement with Washington after days of escalating tit-for-tat strik»»»
US, Iran exchange air strikes after Trump accuses Tehran of downing army helicopter
The US military said on Tuesday it carried out strikes on Iran after an Army helicopter crashed near the Strait of Hormuz, an incident President Donald Trump blamed on Tehran. Iran denied responsibility and vowed to respond. Washington called the attacks a “proportional response", while Iranian med»»»
Netanyahu will stand in Israel's next national election, his party says
Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will stand in the country's next elections, his party said on Wednesday, which is scheduled to take place in late October. The announcement came after US President Donald Trump questioned whether Netanyahu wanted to continue in politics in an interview wit»»»
Three Indian crew missing as US says fired on tanker off Oman
Three Indian crew members were reported missing after a vessel was attacked off Oman, India said Wednesday, before the US military announced it had fired on a tanker attempting to breach its blockade of Iran. In a statement, the Indian foreign ministry condemned the attack on the vessel, the Setteb»»»
OFH Greenlights Major Acquisition Deal with Klivvr Holding
Orascom Financial Holding (OFH) has provisionally approved an ambitious acquisition proposal by Klivvr Holding, aiming to secure a controlling stake in Klivvr for Electronics Development and E-Payments. In a recent board meeting, OFH announced its intention to move forward with Klivvr Holding’s off»»»
French pop star Bruel placed under formal investigation for rape, sexual assault
French pop icon Patrick Bruel on Wednesday was placed under formal investigation for rape, attempted rape, sexual assault and harassment after complaints by several women alleging sexual violence. Bruel, a singer, actor, one-time world poker champion and heartthrob in the early 1990s has denie»»»
Pakistan renews air strikes on Afghanistan, killing dozens
Pakistan on Wednesday launched deadly air strikes on Afghanistan after a period of relative calm following months of fighting at the beginning of the year. Pakistan's government said 26 "militants" were killed while Afghan authorities said at least 12 people, including children, died in provin»»»
26/01/2017 Tenders
Information Technology Client : Alexandria Library Address : 23, El Horria Road, Alexandria Tender : Tender No. 1/2017 for the supply of maintenance works and spare parts for rendr farm apparatuses Tender documents : EGP600 A bid bond of EGP25,000 should be submitted Opening envelopes : 29-1-2017 a»»»
Medical schools without accreditation may lose their licenses in Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG
The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has submitted draft amendments to the state accreditation procedure for medical educational institutions for public discussion. The document provides new requirements for medical universities and colleges and tightens penalties for institutions that fail to co»»»
Iran says 2 ships struck in Strait of Hormuz, US military denies IRGC claim — oil spikes as Mideast crisis deepens
Iranian news agencies reportedly on early Thursday that two vessels attempting to transit the Strait of Hormuz were struck, a fact denied by the US military. The report further heightens tensions in one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints. It did not immediately clarify who carried out »»»
How this Japanese expat is creating learning opportunities beyond the UAE workplace
Dubai: He arrived in the UAE with experience, but no shortcuts. Instead of stepping into an office or leadership role, Takahiro Mogi walked into a kitchen in Dubai and started from the ground up, learning, observing, and rebuilding everything he thought he knew about the food business. Today, the J»»»
IMO condemns ship attack near Strait of Hormuz, 3 seafarers 'missing'
The Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) has voiced serious concern and strongly condemned the attack on the tanker MT SETTEBELLO, which was sailing under the Palau flag off the coast of Oman. The incident took place near the Strait of Hormuz and is reported to have oc»»»
‘Lebanon is not Hezbollah’: Israeli lawmaker pushes Knesset for future peace with Beirut. It is a “win- win” for everyone he said – Ya Libnan
Share: Dr. Akram Hasson says Lebanon’s communities could become partners for Israel if Hezbollah is weakened, arguing that a future agreement could be deeper than Israel’s cold peace with Jordan Israeli lawmaker Dr. Akram Hasson is leading a new Knesset caucus aimed at promoting eventual peace and »»»
Riyadh Air opens new chapter with maiden Boeing 787-9 flight to London
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier Riyadh Air launched its first scheduled Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner service on Wednesday, marking a major milestone in the airline’s commercial rollout and the Kingdom’s ambition to become a global aviation hub. The inaugural flight, RX401, departed King Khal»»»
Norwegian court denies request from ailing crown princess’ son - UPI.com
Marius Borg Høiby and his mother, Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit, attend a government's party event in 2022 in Oslo, Norway. A Norwegian appeals court has denied Høiby's request to leave custody because of his mothers’ illness. File photo by Lise Aserud/EPA June 10 (UPI) -- A Norwegian appeal»»»
Iran says will target any vessel traffic in Strait of Hormuz
TEHRAN: Iran’s military command said Thursday it will target any ship transiting the Strait of Hormuz, after it struck two vessels attempting to pass through the strategic waterway, as talks to end the war faltered. The United States launched a new wave of attacks against Iran on Wednesday, with Pr»»»
Iran declares Hormuz Strait 'closed' to all ships, oil tankers
Iran has announced the "closure" of the Strait of Hormuz to all ships and oil tankers as tensions in the region flared following Iran’s downing of a US Army helicopter on Monday during a patrol in the region. Trump blamed Iran for the shotdown of the US AH-64 Apache attack helicopter. Tensions betw»»»
Deer are already using a wildlife bridge over a crash-prone highway in California - UPI.com
A wildlife bridge being built in Siskiyou County, Calif., to reduce collisions on a crash-prone highway. Photo courtesy Caltrans District 2 A new wildlife crossing in Northern California is already doing the job it was built to do, even before construction is officially finished. Three deer became »»»
Corporate lobbying in EU hits record €382m amid deregulation wave, new research finds
Cash for lobbying the EU institutions has hit a new record, according to new research by the Corporate Europe Observatory (CEO). In a report released on Thursday (11 June), CEO, a pro-transparency NGO, revealed annual spending of €381.75m for lobbying European institutions, marking a 50 percent inc»»»
Shareholder challenge to Thomson Reuters over ICE contracts wins only slim support
A shareholder resolution calling on content and technology company Thomson Reuters to review the human rights implications of its work with US immigration authorities won only about 3 percent support at the firm’s annual meeting on Wednesday. The vote on the resolution, proposed by a British Colum»»»
Already destinations, US cities embrace FIFA World Cup 2026
Tribune News Network Doha As many as 10 million visitors are expected to travel to 11 US cities this summer, helping make the FIFA World Cup 2026 the largest sporting event in history. While host cities such as Los Angeles, Miami, New York and San Francisco are world famous, several lesser-known US»»»
Rixos Premium Qetaifan Island North and Meryal Waterpark unveil summer offers
Tribune News Network Doha Rixos Premium Qetaifan Island North, in collaboration with Meryal Waterpark and Azure Beach Doha on Qetaifan Island North, is offering families across Qatar a summer packed with character-themed fun and relaxing experiences. This June, Meryal Waterpark’s beach is hosting t»»»
Dubai Islamic Bank issues $1 billion Additional Tier 1 perpetual non-call 6-year Sukuk
Dubai: DIB, rated A3 by Moody’s and A by Fitch, the world's first Islamic bank and the largest in the UAE, has successfully priced a $1 billion Additional Tier 1 Perpetual Non-Call 6-Year Sukuk at a profit rate of 6.250%, equivalent to a reset spread of 191.10 basis points over the interpolated US »»»
Sharjah welcomes Summer 2026 with diverse offers, events
SHARJAH: The Emirate of Sharjah has launched its Summer 2026 season, featuring promotional offers, cultural and entertainment events, and family activities, alongside Sharjah Summer Offers 2026, which runs until 31st August. The initiative aims to strengthen the emirate’s position as a comprehensiv»»»
Polish-Ukrainian row over Kiev’s honoring of Nazi collaborators deepens
Vladimir Zelensky is learning that even Ukraine’s most loyal backers may no longer be willing to overlook Kiev’s glorification of Nazi-backed nationalist figures – not even in the name of jointly opposing Russia. Warsaw, whose military and logistical support remains vital to Kiev’s war effort, has »»»
US nuclear spending soars 22% in 2025, the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons says
US spending on nuclear weapons surged by nearly a quarter in 2025 compared to the previous year, according to findings by an anti-nuclear watchdog. In a report released on Tuesday, the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN) said the world’s nine nuclear-armed states spent nearly $»»»
How aid cuts are putting women at risk in Afghanistan and Yemen
NEW YORK CITY: The baby’s head had been crowning for hours. The nearest health facility was 40 km from the village — a distance that, on the broken roads winding through Badakhshan province in northeastern Afghanistan, translates into a three-hour drive. There were no vehicles available. By the tim»»»
FIFA boss Infantino says case of Somali referee ‘unfortunate’
MEXICO CITY: FIFA president Gianni Infantino on Wednesday described as “unfortunate” the case of Somali World Cup referee Omar Artan, who was refused entry to the United States. “It is unfortunate as well what happened to... Omar, the referee from Somalia. But again, we don’t control everything,” I»»»
Arab Group at UN condemns Iranian attacks and Israeli actions across Middle East
NEW YORK CITY: The Arab Group at the UN on Wednesday warned of escalating regional tensions, and condemned attacks by Iran against Gulf Arab states and Jordan. It also strongly criticized Israel for its military actions in Gaza, Lebanon and Syria, and called for a renewed diplomatic push across the»»»
U.S. hits oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman; 3 Indian nationals missing - UPI.com
The U.S. military hit a commercial ship in the Gulf of Oman, the U.S. military said Wednesday. Image courtesy of CENTCOM June 10 (UPI) -- The U.S. military said it disabled an oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman on Tuesday because the ship violated the U.S. Navy's blockade. The U.S. Central Command anno»»»
What We Are Reading Today: ‘The Beasts of the East’ by Andrew Moore
Andrew Moore’s “The Beasts of the East” is celebration of the extraordinary lost natural wonder of the eastern US and a lively tour through recent efforts to return elk, bison, wolves, and other creatures to their verdant native landscapes. Such rewilding promises to restore balance to eastern ecos»»»
Israel’s pursuit of military gains putting talks with Lebanon at risk, source warns
BEIRUT: Lebanese-Israeli negotiations risk stalling as Israel appears focused on consolidating its military gains in southern Lebanon rather than pursuing a diplomatic settlement, a person familiar with the talks told Arab News. The diplomatic source told journalists that continued Israeli advances»»»
Al-Sisi, Tshisekedi discuss water cooperation, Nile Basin coordination and eastern DRC crisis
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi and Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) President Felix Tshisekedi discussed expanding bilateral cooperation in trade, investment and water resources, as well as developments in eastern DRC and cooperation among Nile Basin countries, according to a statement f»»»
Standard Chartered sees Egypt’s economic recovery accelerating through FY27
Standard Chartered expects Egypt’s economic recovery to gather pace over the next two years, forecasting GDP growth to accelerate to 4.7% in FY27 as improving macroeconomic conditions and continued reform efforts strengthen the country’s medium-term outlook. While the bank revised its FY26 GDP grow»»»
Egypt identifies 61,000 companies eligible for bourse listing as investment authority, EGX deepen cooperation
Some 61,000 joint-stock companies in Egypt are eligible to benefit from the advantages of listing on the Egyptian Exchange (EGX), representing a promising opportunity to deepen the capital market and expand the base of listed companies, Mohamed Awad, Chief Executive Officer of the General Authority»»»