EU to mobilise up to €25 billion for renewable energy, clean technology by 2035
BRUSSELS: The European Union launched the Trans-Mediterranean Renewable Energy and Clean Tech Cooperation (T-MED) – a flagship initiative under the Pact for the Mediterranean. T-MED aims to accelerate the development of renewable energy, hydrogen, clean technology manufacturing and modern electrici»»»
US hits Iran in new wave of airstrikes following helicopter attack
The United States launched fresh airstrikes against Iran on Tuesday, hours after President Donald Trump pledged retaliation for the reported downing of a US Army Apache helicopter. US Central Command said military forces began conducting what it described as "self-defence strikes" at 5 pm5 Eastern »»»
PM discusses relations with GCC secy-gen, Lebanon’s Progressive Socialist Party former leader
QNA Doha Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani met with Secretary-General of the Cooperation Council of the Arab Gulf States (GCC) Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi in Doha on Tuesday. During the meeting, they discussed prospects for strengtheni»»»
Morocco arrests 11 over drug trafficking in Europe
RABAT: Moroccan police arrested 11 people after warrants were issued against them over drug trafficking and money laundering in France, Belgium, and the Netherlands, authorities said Tuesday. The arrests occurred on Monday in the cities of Marrakech and Tangier, Moroccan police told AFP. Police sai»»»
Christian leaders in Lebanese city of Tyre call for quick international action after Israeli warning
SIDON, Lebanon: Christian religious leaders from Lebanon’s southern port city of Tyre on Tuesday called on the international community and Lebanese officials to act quickly to prevent Israel from attacking the city’s Christian district. Airstrikes on nearby neighborhoods killed eight people and wou»»»
Libyans still traumatised by deadly 2023 Derna flood, but reconstruction offers hope
Nearly three years after a catastrophic storm tore through eastern Libya's port city of Derna the city is getting back on its feet. But the trauma persists: the flood killed »»»
At least one person killed protesting Ebola quarantine centre for US citizens in Kenya
At least one person has been killed during a demonstration protesting the construction of an Ebola quarantine centre in the Kenyan city of Nanyuki. The centre is set to host Americans who have been extracted from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) where an outbreak is currently taking place. Ke»»»
Entre Nous - French breakfasts: Bye-bye baguette, hello peanut butter?
What do French people really eat in the morning? In this edition of Entre Nous, and to celebrate France’s breakfast day, or Journée nationale du petit-déjeuner, we take a look at the nation's changing breakfast habits. We dive into what is eaten most, how baguettes are becoming less popular, and ho»»»
French ministers discuss measures to better deal with child abuse cases
Amid public outrage growing over the kidnapping and murder of 11-year-old Lyhanna, French ministers have held an emergency meeting to discuss measures aimed at better dealing with sexual offenders and child abuse cases. FRANCE 24's James André is at prime minister's residence, and tells us more.»»»
Arab, Western powers sound alarm over Iran nuclear stockpile; UN Security Council discusses sanctions
NEW YORK CITY: Arab and Western powers issued a joint warning on Tuesday over Iran’s nuclear program, in which they called on all UN member states to fully implement recently reinstated Security Council sanctions against Iran. France’s ambassador to the UN, Jerome Bonnafont, read the statement on b»»»
Arab, Western powers sound alarm over Iran nuclear stockpile; UN Security Council discusses sanctions
NEW YORK CITY: Arab and Western powers issued a joint warning on Tuesday over Iran’s nuclear program, in which they called on all UN member states to fully implement recently reinstated Security Council sanctions against Iran. France’s ambassador to the UN, Jerome Bonnafont, read the statement on b»»»
Dozens of Afghan men protest govt crackdown on women, police accused of ‘firing shots’
Dozens of men on Tuesday took to the streets of the western Afghan city of Herat to protest the multiple arrests of women in recent days. The women were detained by the morality police for not properly adhering to the Taliban-ordered dress code, which requires them to fully cover themselves when in»»»
The Debate - Unbreakable Kim? China's Xi visits Russia-backed North Korean leader
It takes convincing these days to get China’s leader to go abroad. Xi Jinping’s just wrapped up what was only his first foreign visit of 2026. Why Pyongyang? Hard to deduce from official readouts of that two-day state visit to neighboring North Korea. Politeness after a pair of visits by Kim Jong U»»»
QBA explores health tech, research ties with Canada
Tribune News Network Doha Qatari Businessmen Association (QBA) received a high-level delegation from the Canadaian Qatari Business Forum (CQBF), which is currently visiting the country. The delegation includes companies specialising in medical research, health technology, and the early detection of»»»
SHURA SPEAKER MEETS UAE AMBASSADOR
Speaker of the Shura Council HE Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim met with Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Qatar HE Saeed bin Abdullah Al Qamzi on Tuesday. During the meeting, they discussed existing bilateral relations between the two countries, particularly in the areas of parliamentary coo»»»
SHURA SPEAKER MEETS UAE AMBASSADOR
Speaker of the Shura Council HE Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim met with Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Qatar HE Saeed bin Abdullah Al Qamzi on Tuesday. During the meeting, they discussed existing bilateral relations between the two countries, particularly in the areas of parliamentary coo»»»
QU’s Core Curriculum Programhonours outstanding students
Tribune News Network Doha Marking the end of the academic year, the Core Curriculum Program (CCP) at the General Studies Deanship of Qatar University (QU) organised an awards ceremony to recognise students for their outstanding achievements, creativity and contributions throughout their academic jo»»»
New Al Qaim Restaurant opens in Al Matar Al Qadeem with 24/7 dining and authentic South Asian flavours
Building on the success of its flagship outlet in Al Meshaf, Al Wakra, the well-known Al Qaim Restaurant has officially expanded with the opening of a new branch in Al Matar Al Qadeem. The launch marks a significant step in the brand’s growth, aiming to serve the area’s vibrant South Asian communit»»»
From Qatar to Texas A&M: Adnan Khan’s rising profile in Advanced Materials Engineering
From earning the Gold Medal at Qatar University to receiving the prestigious Outstanding Teaching Award at Texas A&M University in the United States, Adnan Khan’s distinguished journey stands as a testament to his unwavering commitment to excellence in Advanced Materials Engineering. His academic b»»»
Doha Festival City set to become Qatar’s ultimatefootball fan destination
Tribune News Network Doha Doha Festival City (DFC), Qatar’s leading retail and lifestyle destination known for its curated mix of coveted trends, is set to launch ‘Hala Bel Fans’, a fully immersive Football Fan Zones Activation running from June 11 to July 19. Inspired by the world’s most anticipat»»»
Doha Design District unveilsPublic Art Open Call shortlist
Tribune News Network Doha Doha Design District (DDD), powered by Msheireb Properties, has announced the 20 shortlisted projects advancing to the final stage of its Public Art Open Call, a milestone that reflects just how powerfully this initiative has captured the local and global creative imaginat»»»
Awqaf, Sports and Youth ministries unveil Distinguished Youth Researcher Award
QNA Doha The Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs (Awqaf) and the Ministry of Sports and Youth have announced the launch of the third edition of the ‘Distinguished Youth Researcher Award’. Organised under the supervision of the Department of Islamic Research and Studies at the Ministry of End»»»
When fake news meets oil markets: New threat behind crude price spikes
Oil markets have long been vulnerable to wars. Sanctions. Refinery outages. Shipping disruptions. Increasingly, however, analysts are warning of another threat capable of moving prices within minutes: Misinformation and/or disinformation. As tensions in the Middle East continue to unsettle energy m»»»
Belfast protesters set vehicles on fire, block roads over brutal street stabbing
Protesters on Tuesday set vehicles on fire and blocked several central roads in the Northern Ireland city of Belfast after police charged a Sudanese national suspected of violently stabbing another man in the street the night before. The attack was caught on video and prompted far-right figures to »»»
Bulgaria's Border Police Get 213 New Vehicles and Cameras in €10.5M Upgrade
The General Directorate Border Police (GDBP) has taken delivery of 213 new vehicles and 88 cameras as part of EU-funded projects worth a total of 10.5 million euros, according to officials. The shipment includes 125 standard passenger cars, 70 off-road vehicles, seven additional passenger vehicles,»»»
Bulgarian Farmers Warn of 15% Price Pressure After “Care Basket” LaunchOpinions
Bulgarian farmers have warned that suppliers to retail chains are pressuring them to cut purchase prices by 15% following the launch of the government’s “Care Basket” initiative, which promotes discounted basic food products. The program encourages stores to offer items from the basic consumer bask»»»
Saudi Arabia and Russia sign 13 agreements worth $1.28bn at St Petersburg forum
Saudi Arabia and Russia have signed 13 agreements worth SAR4.8bn ($1.28bn) to expand cooperation in food security and agriculture, on the sidelines of the St Petersburg International Economic Forum, Saudi Gazette reported on June 9. The deal indicates deepening economic ties between the two oil pro»»»
Analysis: Iran, Israel use Lebanon to test deterrence, negotiating power - UPI.com
Smoke rises after an Israeli strike in southern Lebanon, as seen from the Israeli side of the border in the Upper Galilee on Sunday amid a cease-fire between Israel and Hezbollah. Photo by Atef Safadi/EPA BEIRUT, Lebanon, June 9 (UPI) -- Iran and Israel, who traded missile attacks triggered by a st»»»
Zelensky warns Farage over Ukraine flag row
Vladimir Zelensky has criticized British political party Reform UK for removing Ukrainian flags from public buildings in Britain, warning that such actions can ruin a “big friendship.” The Ukrainian leader made the comments in an interview with The Guardian during a visit to London on Sunday, where»»»
Government accepts proposal to increase salaries in budget by 3% in 2027
The Polish government has approved its proposed 2027 wage growth rate for the state budget sector, along with macroeconomic forecasts prepared by the Ministry of Finance and Economy. The government proposes a 3% pay increase for public-sector employees, including teachers, civil servants, soldiers,»»»
Dr. Thani Al Kuwari meets Cuban Ambassador
Doha: On behalf of H.E. Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, President of the Qatar Olympic Committee, H.E. Dr. Thani bin Abdulrahman Al Kuwari, Second Vice President of the Qatar Olympic Committee, met this morning at his office with H.E. Jose Enrique Enriquez Rodriguez, Ambassador of the Republic of »»»
US Apache helicopter crashes near Strait of Hormuz
US President Donald Trump has confirmed media reports of a US Army Apache attack helicopter going down near the Strait of Hormuz amid Washington’s efforts to curb oil shipments by Iran. The Apache choppers are one of the key aircraft used by the US military to enforce the blockade of Iranian ports,»»»
Saudi Arabia and Turkiye sign rail cooperation agreement
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia and Turkiye have signed an agreement to strengthen cooperation in the railway sector, as the Kingdom continues to work to expand its transport infrastructure and logistics capabilities. The memorandum of understanding was signed in Riyadh by the Saudi minister of transport and »»»
Report: Social Security retirement trust fund to deplete by 2032 - UPI.com
The trust fund to pay retirement benefits could run out in late 2032, the Social Security Administration said Tuesday. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo June 9 (UPI) -- The Social Security Administration told Congress on Tuesday that the trust fund to pay retirement benefits could run o»»»
Bolivian protesters threaten actions near military bases - UPI.com
Residents stage a blockade during a protest over fuel shortages in La Paz, Bolivia, on Tuesday to demand the resignation of President Rodrigo Paz. Demonstrators have disrupted transportation and caused shortages of fuel, food and medical supplies since early May. Photo by Luis Gandarillas/EPA June »»»
Knicks need a quick response from first loss since April as the Spurs try to even the NBA Finals
NEW YORK: Last time the New York Knicks lost a game, they didn’t do it again for another month and a half.When they fell behind against Atlanta in the first round of the NBA playoffs, desperation turned into domination. The Knicks won 13 straight games, many of them blowouts, in one of most impress»»»
Analysis: How long can Iran’s regime fight on?
LONDON: When the US and Israel launched their joint attack on Iran on Feb. 28, some 59 percent of gamblers on the controversial predictions site Polymarket wagered the Iranian regime would survive Operation Epic Fury. As of Monday, 99 percent are now betting on the regime’s survival. Just 1 percent»»»
Report: Hezbollah willing to accept deal, says final decision needs consultation with Revolutionary Guard
The Americans have recently conveyed a set of Israeli conditions to the Lebanese side, which were rejected by Speaker Nabih Berri and Hezbollah, Al-Jadeed TV reported on Tuesday. "These conditions consisted, firstly, of the withdrawal of approximately 2,300 Hezbollah members from the area south of »»»
US energy chief says oil exports through Strait of Hormuz, Gulf will ‘continue to rise’
WASHINGTO: US Energy Secretary Chris Wright said on Tuesday that ship traffic in the Gulf and oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz are rising even as Washington and Tehran struggle to reach a deal on ending their more than three-month-old war. “I would say rising very meaningfully,” Wright »»»
Issa says US to present written proposal to Berri
U.S. Ambassador to Lebanon Michel Issa revealed Tuesday that Washington will present a written paper to Speaker Nabih Berri regarding the so-called pilot zones in south Lebanon, where the Lebanese Army would take control from Israel's occupying forces. "He told me that he would then accept the pilo»»»
What’s behind Sharjah’s sharp drop in fires and accidents?
Sharjah: A combination of proactive safety measures, targeted public awareness campaigns and intensified inspections has led to a decline in fires and accidents across Sharjah, according to the Sharjah Civil Defence Authority. Brigadier Yousef Obaid Harmoul Al Shamsi, Director General of the Sharja»»»
World Cup nears kickoff after pre-tournament turbulence
MEXICO CITY: The World Cup kicks off on Thursday with FIFA betting that the enduring appeal of the greatest footballing show on earth can rise above anger at soaring ticket prices, an uneasy political climate in Donald Trump’s America and the shadow of conflict in the Middle East. A record 48 teams»»»
From Istanbul to the Gulf: The rail route that could reshape trade
Dubai: Saudi Arabia and Turkey have signed a pair of transport and logistics agreements that could accelerate efforts to establish a new overland trade corridor linking the Gulf with Europe and potentially revive sections of the historic Hejaz Railway network stretching across the Middle East. The »»»
US President accuses Iran of downing US helicopter
Washington: US President Donald Trump on Tuesday accused Iran of shooting down a US military helicopter during a patrol mission in the Strait of Hormuz and vowed that the United States would respond. "I have just been informed by our Great Military that last night the Iranians shot down one of our »»»
AMAN holds awareness activities to enhance family protection
Doha, Qatar: The Social Protection and Rehabilitation Center (AMAN), one of the centers affiliated with the Qatar Foundation for Social Work, is carrying out its awareness campaign titled 'a safe environment in every home.' Targeting parents and guardians, the campaign aims to promote safe and viol»»»
Global brands return to Argentina amid growing demand - UPI.com
Many of Argentina's country's leading shopping mall operators to expand capacity to meet growing demand for retail space. File Photo by Juan Ignacio Roncoroni/EPA BUENOS AIRES, June 9 (UPI) -- International fashion, luxury and sports brands are accelerating expansion into Argentina after years of a»»»
New Dh8 million heritage market to rise on Khorfakkan’s waterfront
Khorfakkan: His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has directed the restoration of a 15th-century archaeological site on Al Luluyah Beach in Khorfakkan and the construction of a new heritage market overlooking the waterfront, as part of ef»»»
National Cyber Security Agency organizes the "From Adoption to Impact Creation" event
Doha, Qatar: The National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) organized on Tuesday the "From Adoption to Impact Creation" event, as a culmination of the journey of the National Cyber Security Training Program, within the framework of its continuous efforts to strengthen the national capacity-building ecos»»»
Nobel Laureate Geoffrey Hinton and global business, tech, and defense leaders at ABSL Summit 2026 in Wroclaw
From June 17-19, Wroclaw’s Centennial Hall will be the epicenter of global economic discourse. ABSL Summit: "Know the unknown" will bring together 1,400 business leaders, government officials, and Fortune 500 representatives to address challenges from shifting geopolitics and AI development. The ev»»»
How to Open Your First Stocks & Shares ISA Without Feeling Out of Your Depth
Stocks and Shares ISAs are among the most beginner-friendly options if you’re planning on taking your first steps into the world of investing, but what measures can you take to ensure that you don’t feel out of your depth when opening an account? Individual savings accounts, or ISAs, can be a highl»»»