PM, Ministers of Finance, Interior, Defence, Culture, Energy, Agriculture, Environment and Regional Development to Attend Parliament's Question Time
Prime Minister Rumen Radev, Deputy Prime Ministers Ivo Hristov and Atanas Pekanov, as well as the ministers of finance interior, defence, culture, energy, agriculture, environment and regional development will attend Parliament's Question Time on Friday, the National Assembly's website said. The ag»»»
50 students score 100% in General Secondary Certificate exams
Doha, Qatar: Minister of Education and Higher Education H E Lolwah bint Rashid bin Mohammed Al Khater has approved results of the General Secondary Certificate examinations for the 2025-2026 academic year during an official meeting held at the Ministry’s headquarters in the presence of senior minis»»»
Algeria exit World Cup after loss to Switzerland
DUBAI: Algeria have become the latest African nation to depart the 2026 World Cup after a 2-0 loss to Switzerland in Vancouver on Friday morning. Algeria had never won a World Cup knockout match before, having lost on their only previous attempt to eventual champions Germany 2-1 in 2014, while the »»»
‘It is not important now’: Cristiano Ronaldo plays down international retirement claim
DUBAI: Following Portugal’s dramatic 2-1 win over Croatia in the 2026 World Cup Round of 32 match, Cristiano Ronaldo has downplayed a statement by his sister that he would be retiring from international football at the end of the tournament. “Enjoy it while it lasts. It’s ending soon. The info I ha»»»
Foreign dignitaries pay tribute to the martyred Leader and his family members at Tehran’s Grand Mosalla - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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‘A melody that refused to leave my soul’ — Abeer Balubaid on her song for AlUla
ALULA: Saudi pianist and composer Abeer Balubaid recently won the AlUla Music Competition — meaning her entry “The Passage of Light” will now welcome visitors as they enter the site. Launched by Arts AlUla, the competition was designed to celebrate and support musical talent within the Kingdom. Sau»»»
The best TV of 2026 so far
‘The Pitt’ Starring: Noah Wyle, Katherine LaNasa, Sepideh Moafi Season two of HBO’s award-winning hospital drama was every bit as stressful and satisfying as the first. Set 10 months on, it once again follows the workers in the fictional Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center, led by Dr. Michael “Robby” »»»
Strong 6.1 magnitude earthquake strikes offshore near Japan
A magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck in the sea northeast of Hirara in Japan's Okinawa Prefecture early Friday, the U.S. Geological Survey reported. The quake hit at 1:04 pm local time (0404 UTC), about 136 kilometers (85 miles) north-northeast of Hirara, at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers (6.2 miles»»»
Dubai gold jumps again as 24K crosses Dh500 per gram
Dubai: Gold prices in Dubai climbed again on Friday morning, with 24-karat gold returning above Dh500 after two days of gains in the international market. (Check latest UAE gold prices here, alongside prices in Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and India.) Sign up for our daily business n»»»
QR800m residential endowment project to support community programmes
Doha, Qatar: Minister of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs H E Ghanem bin Shaheen bin Ghanem Al Ghanim has said that Ministry’s 2025-2030 Strategy is designed to strengthen Islamic values, modernise religious services, expand community outreach and support Qatar’s sustainable development in line with Qatar»»»
Man with bag full of weapons belonging to Doo Chyngyz detained in Bishkek - | 24.KG
Police officers in Bishkek detained a man suspected of illegally possessing weapons and ammunition. The capital’s Main Internal Affairs Department reported. Officers stopped a Toyota Corolla at the intersection of Mahatma Gandhi and Ala-Archa Streets. In the sports bag of one of the passengers, the»»»
Powerful general in Iran emerges from hiding as Tehran prepares for Khamenei’s dayslong funeral
DUBAI: A powerful general who leads Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard emerged from hiding as Tehran prepared Friday for the dayslong funeral for the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Photos published online by Iranian state media showed Gen. Ahmad Vahidi attending a meeting about th»»»
The coffin of the martyred Leader’s granddaughter arrives at Tehran’s Grand Mosalla - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Iran begins funeral ceremonies for martyred Leader as foreign dignitaries pay tribute in Tehran - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Saudi Film Festival concludes with winners taking gold
DHAHRAN: The red carpet was once again dotted with shimmering stars on Thursday night as the 12th Saudi Film Festival came to a grand finale close. The prized Golden Palm Awards, which aptly resemble film strips sprouted in the shape of gold-colored palm trees, were given out after the week-long fe»»»
South Korea’s president to attend NATO summit in Ankara and visit Mongolia
SEOUL: South Korean President Lee Jae Myung will attend a NATO summit in Ankara, Turkiye, from July 7 to 8, Seoul’s national security adviser said on Friday. Lee aims to build defense industry cooperation between South Korea and NATO member countries, Wi Sung-lac told a press briefing. In Ankara, »»»
Philippines: Ombudsman charges Senator Marcoleta with plunder over alleged ₱75M undeclared campaign donations
Manila: The Office of the Ombudsman here has filed plunder charges before the Sandiganbayan against Sen. Rodante Marcoleta on Friday over allegations that he failed to declare ₱75 million in campaign contributions he allegedly received during the 2025 senatorial elections. Also charged were former »»»
Ministers of Interior, Defence, Culture, Energy, Agriculture, Environment and Regional Development to Attend Parliament's Question Time
The ministers of interior, defence, culture, energy, agriculture, environment and regional development will attend Parliament's Question Time on Friday, the National Assembly's website said. The agenda also includes a vote by MPs on the second reading of the amendments to the Ministry of Interior A»»»
Domestic spending and government investment anchor business confidence in the UAE
Dubai: Domestic spending and government investment helped anchor business confidence in the UAE in June, even as the non-oil private sector recorded its weakest expansion in more than five years. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The seasonally adjusted S&P Global UAE Pu»»»
Switzerland beat Algeria 2-0 to move into World Cup last 16
Vancouver: Switzerland moved into the last 16 of the World Cup with a controlled 2-0 win against Algeria on Thursday. The Swiss will face the winners of Friday's tie between Colombia and Ghana. The effervescent Johan Manzambi created the first goal in Vancouver, surging down the left wing before cr»»»
President of Kyrgyzstan changes selection rules for Accounts Chamber staff - | 24.KG
President Sadyr Japarov introduced amendments to the decree regulating the special procedure for hiring civil servants to administrative positions in the Accounts Chamber of the Kyrgyz Republic. The document clarifies the composition of the selection commission. It will include an auditor of the Ac»»»
India launches e-OCI card for overseas citizens: How to apply, eligibility, step-by-step download guide
The Government of India has introduced the e-OCI (Electronic Overseas Citizen of India) card as part of its wider digital governance push, alongside the FCRA 2.0 Portal. The initiative aims to reduce paperwork and make services more efficient for more than 5 million OCI cardholders worldwide. The e»»»
100-year-old Swiss steam railway through the Alps marks historic milestone
Realp: Train enthusiasts will celebrate the 100th anniversary of a historic Swiss railway this weekend as vintage steam locomotives ferry tourists through the stunning Alpine scenery as part of the celebration. The Furka Pass, at an altitude of 2,431 meters (7,976 feet), is among Switzerland's high»»»
UAE business growth slows as hiring takes biggest hit
Dubai: Domestic spending and government investment helped anchor business confidence in the UAE in June, even as the non-oil private sector recorded its weakest expansion in more than five years. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The seasonally adjusted S&P Global UAE Pu»»»
'Inspired millions': Modric praised as World Cup career appears at end
Toronto, Canada: Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic and Portugal's Roberto Martinez paid tribute on Thursday to Luka Modric, who almost certainly played his last World Cup match. After a gut-wrenching 2-1 loss to Portugal in Toronto, Croatia midfielder Modric, 40, shared a long exchange with 41-year-old Cr»»»
'Coincidence of life' says Ronaldo after Jota tribute a year from death
Toronto, Canada: Cristiano Ronaldo said it was a "coincidence of life" that Portugal's World Cup last-16 win against Croatia on Thursday came almost a year since the death of his late teammate Diogo Jota. Ronaldo and his teammates posed with Jota's number 21 jersey after their gripping 2-1 win agai»»»
Kyrgyzstan may become new logistics bridge between China and Europe - | 24.KG
ZTO Express, China’s largest logistics company, is in discussions with Airports of Kyrgyzstan OJSC to launch a new international cargo route. The project will enable cargo to be delivered from China via Manas Airport to European countries, reducing transit times between Asia and Europe. According t»»»
Cabinet allows Kara-Balta distillery to produce water and energy drinks - | 24.KG
The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has expanded the activities of the state-owned enterprise Kara-Balta Distillery, allowing it to produce not only alcohol but also non-alcoholic beverages. According to amendments to the company’s charter, the enterprise will be permitted to manufacture, proces»»»
Ronaldo, Portugal advance after VAR drama to set up Spain showdown
Los Angeles, United States: Portugal battled into the last 16 of the World Cup with a drama-filled 2-1 victory over Croatia on Thursday to set up a titanic showdown with European champions Spain. In another nerve-shredding World Cup classic, Goncalo Ramos headed Portugal into the lead in the fourth»»»
Cultural Center under construction on site of Chatyr-Kul cinema in Bishkek - | 24.KG
Construction of a modern Cultural Center on the site of the burned-down Chatyr-Kul cinema continues in Bishkek, the City Hall announced. According to the municipality, the reinforced concrete frame of the building’s basement has been completed, and construction workers have begun installing the fir»»»
Arab teams at World Cup 2026: Switzerland beat Algeria 2-0 to move into World Cup last 16
VANCOUVER: Switzerland moved into the last 16 of the World Cup with a controlled 2-0 win against Algeria on Thursday. The Swiss will face the winners of Friday’s tie between Colombia and Ghana. The effervescent Johan Manzambi created the first goal in Vancouver, surging down the left wing before cr»»»
UAE’s XRG takes bigger stake in major US LNG project
Dubai: XRG has completed the acquisition of an additional stake in Trains 4 and 5 of Rio Grande LNG in Texas, giving the Abu Dhabi-based company exposure across all five trains currently under construction at one of the world’s largest LNG export projects. Sign up for our daily business newsletter,»»»
Man dies after self-immolating outside U.N. headquarters in Manhattan - UPI.com
July 3 (UPI) -- A man, identified by Tibetan exile media as a Tibetan activist, died Thursday evening after setting himself on fire outside the United Nations' headquarters in Manhattan, authorities said. Video of the incident posted online shows the man dressed in robes and holding a Tibetan flag,»»»
Putin shrugs off fuel shortages in Russia as he ramps up attacks on Ukraine
Despite severe fuel shortages across Russia, President Vladimir Putin appears unbothered by Ukraine’s increasing attacks on his country’s oil refineries. He has shrugged off the setback for one of the world’s leading oil producing nations as “not critical,” dismissed ceasefire proposals and insiste»»»
Monster 200-km/h typhoon Bavi heading towards the Philippines
Manila: Typhoon Bavi strengthened over the Philippine Sea as forecasters warned the storm could rapidly intensify while tracking toward the Mariana Islands, including the US territory of Guam. Packing sustained winds of up to 200 km (124 miles) per hour, Bavi has reached the equivalent of a Categor»»»
Foreign Ministry to become single coordinator of Kyrgyzstan's foreign policy - | 24.KG
President Sadyr Japarov signed a decree establishing a unified procedure for interaction between government agencies in the area of foreign policy. The ministry will also coordinate the interaction of all government agencies and local governments with foreign states, international organizations, an»»»
El Nino set to be strong, UN warns of extreme weather risk
El Nino will quickly develop into a strong event between July and September, fuelling the likelihood of extreme weather, the United Nations' weather and climate agency warned Friday. The World Meteorological Organization said El Nino had already set in, and would quickly gain strength, as it warned»»»
Illegal migrant child sex offender pardoned in Democrat-run US state
The US Department of Homeland Security has slammed Democratic Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, for pardoning an illegal migrant convicted of sexually assaulting a ten-year-old girl. The DHS described the Minnesota Board of Pardons’ decision as “madness,” noting in a press release on Wednesday that the »»»
Germany rejects Trump’s loyalty demand, says NATO is not about ‘blind obedience’
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has rejected US President Donald Trump’s demand for loyalty from other NATO members, insisting that no member state should impose its will on the others. Pistorius made the comments in a wide-ranging interview with Der Spiegel, which was published on Thursday»»»
Trump Claims Iran Agreed During Negotiations on Almost Everything US Wanted
US President Donald Trump claimed that Iran had agreed on almost everything the United States wanted during the negotiations. "We totally defeated them militarily. They have some missiles left. We could wipe them out too. I think they’ve agreed to just about everything we need," Trump said in an in»»»
Grossi Says He Will Soon Visit Kaliningrad for Talks on Zaporozhye NPP
International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi told Sputnik that he will soon visit Kaliningrad for talks with Russian state nuclear corporation Rosatom and Russian authorities regarding the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant. "Very soon, very soon, I will be in Kaliningrad fo»»»
IAEA Believes Enriched Uranium Stockpiles Stored at Iran's Nuclear Facilities - Grossi
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) believes enriched uranium stockpiles are still located at Iran's nuclear facilities, IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi told Sputnik. "So, the general impression is that the material is still there. Of course, from our point of view, in order to affirm»»»
Newgate secures debt
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Robyg returns quietly
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Mortgage deals fall
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Transport gaps bite
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Energy funds return
Poland will receive €180 million from the EU Modernisation Fund as part of a wider €2.5 billion disbursement for energy transformation projects across 11 member states. The funds are designed to support modernization of energy systems, energy-efficiency improvements and zero-emission transport in l»»»
Poland leads productivity
Poland ranked first among OECD countries for labor-productivity growth, according to Bankier.pl’s report on the latest OECD productivity indicators. The data show Poland’s output per hour worked rising sharply over the long term, reflecting the country’s successful catch-up with richer Western econ»»»
Biedronka builds capacity
Biedronka has opened its 18th distribution center in Poland, this time in Sokołów Małopolski, strengthening the retailer’s logistics network in the south-east of the country. The facility is expected to create around 500 jobs and serve up to 200 stores in the region. According to the company, as ma»»»
Violations amounting to almost 1 billion soms found at Kyrgyzneftegaz OJSC - | 24.KG
The Accounts Chamber of the Kyrgyz Republic reported the discovery of financial violations and deficiencies amounting to almost one billion soms at Kyrgyzneftegaz OJSC following its 2025 audit. It was reported that the results of the audit of one of the country’s largest strategic enterprises were »»»