Misr El-Gedida for Housing concludes designs for EGP 5B integrated project Arab Finance For Information Technology
Arab Finance: Misr El-Gedida for Housing and Development completed the designs for an integrated entertainment, commercial, and hospitality destination in New Heliopolis City, Sameh El-Sayed, the group’s Managing Director and CEO, announced. Spanning an area of 75 feddans, the development is design»»»
Sidra Medicine launches specialized Microbiome Service to advance precision care
Doha, Qatar: Sidra Medicine, a member of Qatar Foundation, has announced the launch of a new specialized Microbiome Service. The service will provide access to advanced microbiome testing and analysis to support precision medicine, clinical research, and personalized healthcare for women, children »»»
Auchan plans nationwide expansion in Hungary after its local business becomes fully Hungarian-owned
Indotek Group has acquired the remaining 53% stake in Auchan Hungary from Auchan Retail International, making the investment group linked to Hungarian businessman Dániel Jellinek the sole owner of the Hungarian retail chain. The parties have not disclosed the value of the transaction, but Indotek s»»»
IRGC denies US claims of direct Tehran-Washington line over Hormuz: spokesman - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe IRGC denies US claims of direct Tehran-Washington line over Hormuz: spokesman 26-06-2026 21:08 PM Latest News Urgent News IRGC denies US cl»»»
Mortal remains of eight more Ras Laffan victims repatriated to India
Doha, Qatar: The mortal remains of eight more Indian nationals who lost their lives in the Ras Laffan incident were repatriated to India on Friday, June 26, 2026. The Embassy of India in Doha announced the repatriation in an early morning post on Saturday, adding that the mortal remains of four of »»»
Venezuela twin quake kills nearly 1,000 as tens of thousands reported missing
Venezuela's twin earthquakes killed nearly 1000 people, with tens of thousands reported missing on Friday as international rescue teams boosted a desperate and slow-moving search for survivors. The death toll from twin earthquakes in Venezuela rose Friday to nearly 1,000, with tens »»»
Decision Makers Conference examines Egypt's investment outlook amid global economic shifts Arab Finance For Information Technology
Arab Finance: The eighth edition of the Decision Makers conference, held at the Grand Egyptian Museum under the theme “Investment, Real Estate, and Tourism: Egypt’s Economic Growth Triangle 2026,” examined the impact of global economic and geopolitical developments on the investment landscape, with»»»
Iran have certain World Cup last-32 place snatched away
Seattle: Iran were deprived of a certain place in the World Cup knockout phase when a goal in stoppage time that would have given them a 2-1 win against Egypt was disallowed. Shoja Khalilzadeh thought he had scored the crucial winning goal as he slammed into the net after Egyptian defenders failed »»»
Uzbek citizen drowns in Chychkan River in Toktogul after car plunges into water - | 24.KG
A citizen of Uzbekistan drowned in Chychkan River in Toktogul after a car plunged into the river. The Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kyrgyzstan confirmed the information. According to the ministry, the tragedy occurred on June 22. There were four people in the car — three men and a woman. «The»»»
Kerala rigger in Saudi Arabia celebrates Dh25,000 Big Ticket win with group of 10 friends
Dubai: For Jayakrishnan Kannan, a 31-year-old rigger from Kerala working in Saudi Arabia, buying a Big Ticket has become a shared tradition with friends. This week, that tradition has paid off when their group won Dh25,000 in Big Ticket's third weekly e-draw for June. Kannan has been one of four wi»»»
Belgium into World Cup last 32 with New Zealand rout
Vancouver: Belgium defeated New Zealand 5-1 to book their place in the knockout rounds of the World Cup on Friday, securing their first win of the tournament to finish on top of Group G in Vancouver. A double strike from Arsenal's Leandro Trossard and goals from Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku and A»»»
New Budapest police chief outlines Pride security plans
The Budapest Police Headquarters is fully prepared for Saturday's Budapest Pride march and has taken every possible measure to ensure the event proceeds without disruption, Budapest's newly appointed police chief, Norbert Tamás Baricska, said at Friday's meeting of the Budapest General Assembly. Th»»»
Cape Verde extend World Cup 'dream' to set up Argentina meeting
Houston: World Cup debutants Cape Verde will face reigning champions Argentina in the knockout rounds after drawing 0-0 with Saudi Arabia on Friday to extend their fairytale journey. The stalemate in Houston and Spain's 1-0 win over Uruguay meant the team ranked 67 finished runners-up behind Spain »»»
The World Cup and the meteoric rise of sports betting
From the moment the referee blew the opening whistle of the FIFA World Cup 2026, the players were not the only ones competing. During the 39-day competition, billions of dollars will be wagered across smartphone apps, betting platforms, and data centres scattered across the globe. In London, a fan »»»
Abu Dhabi-based Indian architect wins Dh25,000 in Big Ticket weekly e-draw
Dubai: After years of participating in Big Ticket draws with friends, Abu Dhabi resident Ilanzhsuriyan Vijayakumar has decided to buy a ticket on his own for the first time. The decision has paid off, with the 45-year-old architect winning Dh25,000 in Big Ticket's third weekly e-draw for June. Orig»»»
Uruguay crash out of World Cup as Spain avoid Argentina clash
Guadalajara, Mexico: Uruguay bowed out of the World Cup as goalkeeper Fernando Muslera's howler gifted Spain a 1-0 win in Guadalajara to secure top spot in Group H. Alex Baena's weak shot slipped through Muslera's grasp for the only goal as Spain avoided a last-32 showdown against Argentina. The Eu»»»
Why Syrian action against Hezbollah is unlikely
When Hezbollah began attacking Israel on 2 March shortly after Israeli and American bombers killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, Israel hit back. Their sparring, which has continued ever since, is nothing new—the pair are sworn enemies who have fought several wars in recent decades. What was »»»
Startup wrap — Funding and acquisition momentum continues in MENA
RIYADH: Startups across the Middle East and North Africa region secured multiple funding rounds and attracted several notable acquisitions across diverse sectors last week, highlighting the region’s continued appeal to global investors. This momentum builds on a record-breaking 2025, when MENA star»»»
Construction of new ambulance station building begins in Osh - | 24.KG
Two months ago, during a meeting between President Sadyr Japarov and residents of Osh, a medical worker reported that the city’s ambulance station building had become outdated and no longer met modern standards, and requested the construction of a new facility. The Osh City Hall reported. Following»»»
Planning a weekend out? Here's what to expect from the UAE weather
Abu Dhabi: The UAE is expected to see fair to partly cloudy weather on Saturday, with low clouds appearing over eastern areas and humidity rising overnight and into Sunday morning, the National Centre of Meteorology said. There is a chance of fog or mist forming over some coastal and internal areas»»»
Abu Dhabi sets new rules for autonomous vessel trials
Abu Dhabi has introduced a new regulatory framework to govern the testing of autonomous and remotely operated small marine vessels, marking another step in the emirate’s efforts to support innovation in smart mobility while maintaining high safety standards. The framework was issued by the Departme»»»
Venezuelans take search for the missing into their own hands as earthquake death toll nears 1,000
LA GUAIRA, Venezuela: Venezuelans took the search for missing loved ones into their own hands Friday in the aftermath of back-to-back earthquakes, citing the scarcity of government rescuers, as the human toll of the disaster climbed to at least 920 dead and more than 51,000 missing. Citizens diggin»»»
Your fridge is working harder in UAE heat—experts reveal early warning signs to protect your food and health
Warm milk. Warm food. The bottle of water that you placed at 7 am is still lukewarm by the end of the day, ruining your hopes of an ice-cold drink after battling traffic for an hour. Warm, warm, and warmer. Well, the universe isn’t against you, but your refrigerator is waving a white flag. In 45 de»»»
Utah warns southwest region residents of 'rapid fire spread' - UPI.com
A wildfire that started in Beaver, Utah, has prompted the National Weather Service to issue warnings about its potential spread. Photo by Google Maps June 26 (UPI) -- The National Weather Service on Friday evening issued its first Dangerous Situation Red Flag Warning in the history of Salt Lake Cit»»»
Flying home to India? Are lower airfares finally back as more flights return?
Dubai: Indian expatriates travelling home for the holidays are getting some relief after a short drop in airfares on UAE-India routes, as airlines restore capacity and more flights return to the market. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Travel agents said fares, which ha»»»
From kitchen helper to culinary mentor: Why this Filipino expat is committed to giving back in the UAE
Dubai: For many expatriates, arriving in the UAE marks the beginning of an uncertain chapter. There are dreams to pursue, sacrifices to make, and countless challenges to overcome. When Filipino expat Francis Diesto Danganan landed in the UAE in 2003, he was carrying the same hopes shared by million»»»
Open web was never built to become free training data for AI chatbots
The rise of AI chatbots has triggered a technological gold rush unlike anything the internet has seen in decades. Companies are racing to build smarter models, faster assistants, and more human-like conversational systems. Behind that race sits one uncomfortable truth: these systems were built on a»»»
Venezuelans search for missing as earthquake death toll climbs
The death toll from the twin earthquakes in Venezuela continued to rise on Friday, with at least 920 dead and more than 51,000 missing, as distress grew among Venezuelans. The 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude quakes that struck late Wednesday left a landscape of devastation, with countless collapsed buildings»»»
Netherlands coach wary of Morocco threat despite topping group
KANSAS CITY, Missouri: Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman was taking nothing for granted after his side sealed top spot in Group F with a 3-1 win over Tunisia on Thursday, warning that next opponents Morocco would provide a formidable test in the World Cup round of 32. The Dutch finished the group s»»»
Senegal keep World Cup hopes alive with five-goal win over Iraq
Toronto: Senegal kept their hopes of reaching the World Cup last 32 alive with a 5-0 victory over Iraq in their final Group Nine match. Habib Diallo, Ismaila Sarr, Pape Gueye, who scored twice, and Iliman Ndiaye were all on target as Senegal finished third in the group with three points and remaine»»»
CDC increases response level to Ebola outbreak - UPI.com
June 26 (UPI) -- The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Friday increased its response level to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda. In an update to reporters, Satish Pillai, the Ebola response incidence manager at the CDC, said public health officia»»»
Dembele hits hat-trick as France thrash second-string Norway at World Cup
Foxborough, United States: Ousmane Dembele scored one of the earliest hat-tricks in World Cup history on Friday as the Ballon d'Or winner starred in France's 4-1 win over a second-string Norway, while Erling Haaland watched on from the bench. Paris Saint-Germain forward Dembele opened the scoring i»»»
Saudi UN envoy warns external arms suppliers are fueling war in Sudan, rejects parallel rule
NEW YORK CITY: Saudi Arabia’s envoy to the UN, Abdulaziz Alwasil, told the Security Council on Friday that there can be no military solution to the civil war in Sudan. He warned that the continued fighting in the country and arms support provided to the warring factions by other countries were wors»»»
D.C. settles lawsuit over arrest for 'Imperial March' protest - UPI.com
The District of Columbia and ACLU on Friday settled a lawsuit brought by a man who was arrested in September 2025 for protesting the presence of National Guard troops deployed to Washington, D.C., by playing Darth Vader's theme near them. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo June 26 (UPI) »»»
More than a month into DR Congo Ebola outbreak, doctors warn 'this epidemic will last'
While France confirmed its first case of Ebola, reports of people successfully treated for the condition are also emerging from Mongbwalu, the epicentre of the epidemic in the eastern part of the DRC. Although successful treatments are sparking hope among teams on the ground, health professionals r»»»
How Lebanon’s conflict is putting pregnant women and girls at greater risk
NEW YORK CITY: When Anandita Philipose, the UN Population Fund’s representative in Lebanon, visited a Beirut shelter in the first days of the crisis, she met a woman who was heavily pregnant, days from her due date, displaced, and entirely alone in a system she no longer recognized. “She didn’t kno»»»
Antoine Semenyo: Time for Ghana to pressure officials after big no-call
PHILADELPHIA, USA: Ghana star Antoine Semenyo says his team needs to “gang around the referee” more often after his side’s potential penalty shot against England on Tuesday went unreviewed. The Black Stars earned a historic 0-0 draw against the Three Lions in Group L. With a win or draw against Cr»»»
Massive Saharan dust clouds to approach Florida, Gulf this weekend - UPI.com
Dust in the Caribbean on visible satellite Friday morning. (NOAA/CIRA) It's Saharan dust season in the Atlantic, the time of year when massive clouds of dust from Africa's Sahara Desert are carried westward by winds, sometimes traveling thousands of miles to the United States. Where is the dust now»»»
Sheikh Joaan attends 94th ANOC Executive Council Meeting In Lausanne
Lausanne: Senior Vice President of the Association of National Olympic Committees (ANOC), President of the Olympic Council of Asia, and the President of the Qatar Olympic Committee HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani attended the 94th ANOC Executive Council Meeting, held today in Lausanne, Switzerla»»»
UAE allocates $10 million for Venezuela earthquake relief under President's directives
Abu Dhabi: Under the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE has announced an urgent humanitarian response through the UAE Aid Agency to support those affected by the two earthquakes that struck off the northern coast near the city of Moron in Venezuela. The»»»
Gargash: Diplomacy must go hand in hand with sovereignty and international law
Abu Dhabi: Dr. Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President, said the country's position on regional developments was reflected "clearly and transparently" during Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan's telephone call with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, reaffirming the UAE's suppo»»»
Lebanon and Israel sign US-backed framework agreement
Washington: Lebanon and Israel have signed a US-brokered framework agreement following several days of negotiations in Washington, marking what American officials described as an initial step towards peace. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the two sides had reached the agreement after talks i»»»
TSA expects to screen nearly 19M people during week of July 4 - UPI.com
The TSA said on Friday that it expects roughly 18.7 million people to be screened at U.S. airports during the July 4 holiday week, with more than 3 million people expected to travel on July 2 alone. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo June 26 (UPI) -- The Transportation Security Administr»»»
25 million pills and 1.1 tonnes of drugs: Saudi customs reveal major seizures
Dubai: More than 25 million illicit and controlled pills and 1.1 tonnes of narcotic substances were intercepted by Saudi customs authorities over the past year, Okaz newspaper reported. The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) said customs officers seized 25,112,378 narcotic and prohibited pill»»»
Ebola epidemic deaths exceed 300 in DR Congo
KINSHASA: The Ebola epidemic has claimed more than 300 lives in the Democratic Republic of Congo, a little over one month after it was declared, health authorities said on Friday. The deadly viral disease, which spreads through direct contact with bodily fluids, can cause severe bleeding and organ »»»
Where We Are Going Today: ‘Shaziz Shawarma’ in Mateen Center, Riyadh
Shawarma is a simple, wholesome food that gives you comfort in every situation, whether you are lonely at home or in your car or cheering on your favorite team with friends during a World Cup match. Who makes the best shawarma, however, is highly debatable. Now, this is not me throwing my hat in to»»»
Civil Protection urges vigilance to prevent fires during periods of intense heat
Tunis, June 26 (TAP) - The National Civil Protection Office urged citizens on Friday to follow simple prevention guidelines to avoid starting fires along motorways, amid rising temperatures.The Office specifically recommends refraining from throwing...»»»
Hezbollah leader says Israel must leave ‘humiliated,’ calls Iran ‘path to salvation’ - UPI.com
Hezbollah Secretary-General Sheikh Naim Qassem seen in June 19, 2024. He spoke in a televised speech Friday, marking Ashura, the culmination of a 10-day mourning period observed by Shiite Muslims. Photo by Wael Hamzeh/UPI BEIRUT, June 26 (UPI) -- Hezbollah Secretary-General Sheikh Naim Qassem said »»»
What the Khorfakkan Mango Festival offers to local farmers and families
Sharjah: In Khorfakkan, a mango is never just a mango. It is the result of months of care, irrigation, patience, and planning. It is also a competition entry, a source of income, a family project, and, for many growers, a livelihood rooted in the land. From today, June 26, that story has unfolded p»»»
Hakimi to appeal ruling to stand trial for rape, lawyer says
NEW YORK: Paris St. Germain defender and Morocco international Achraf Hakimi will appeal to France’s highest court after a ruling confirming that he should stand trial on a rape charge, his lawyer Fanny Colin told Reuters on Friday. Hakimi’s referral for trial was confirmed by the Versailles C»»»