12 killed in Johannesburg mass shooting - UPI.com
Gunshot victim Rafick Oresi, 32, waits for an ambulance after being shot in the leg during a mass shooting. Another victim lies in the background in Cleveland, Johannesburg, South Africa, Wednesday. At least 12 people were killed and at least another nine injured after men entered the informal sett»»»
EU Demonizes Russia & Weaponizes Ukraine to Justify Costly Militarization – Expert
EU countries typically cast Russia as the enemy — using this narrative as “a foil to bring Europeans together” for costly rearmament that starves civilian industries, French geopolitical analyst Come Carpentier de Gourdon tells Sputnik. The regime in Ukraine is used as the pretext or “a casus belli»»»
Knife attack suspect in court, riots rock Northern Ireland overnight - UPI.com
A Sudanese refugee appeared in court in Belfast on Wednesday charged with the attempted murder of a local man that sparked a wave of anti-immigrant rioting, arson and violence across northern Ireland overnight. File photo by Mark Marlow/EPA-EFE June 10 (UPI) -- A 30-year-old refugee from Sudan appe»»»
Modi becomes India’s longest-serving elected prime minister
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has become the longest-serving elected premier in India’s history, the government said on Wednesday as he crossed the record first set by the country’s founding Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru. Modi is marking 4,399 consecutive days in office since he took hi»»»
Belfast knife attack victim’s family calls for calm after anti-immigration riots
BELFAST: The family of a man who lost an eye in a knife attack appealed for calm on Wednesday after the incident triggered a wave of anti-immigrant violence in Belfast overnight, with masked men burning families out of their homes and torching vehicles. The appeal came as a Sudanese man appeared i»»»
Qatar Airways to resume daily flights to Philadelphia from August
Doha, Qatar: Qatar Airways has announced the resumption of daily flights between its Doha home base and Philadelphia (PHL), effective August 1, 2026. The reinstated service expands the airline’s North American network to 14 destinations, further strengthening its connectivity for travellers across »»»
Sheikh Mohammed issues directives to establish Dubai Health Sustainability Authority
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has directed the establishment of the Dubai Health Sustainability Authority, a new body aimed at accelerating the emirate's ambitions to become a global hub for life sciences, biotec»»»
Egypt Moves to Postpone African Summit in El Alamein Over Ebola Concerns
An Egyptian official source said there is a move toward postponing the African Union's Mid-Year Coordination Summit, which had been scheduled for the end of this month, due to the widespread spread of the Ebola virus in several African countries. The source told Asharq Al-Awsat that the outbreak ha»»»
BTA, CEM to Host National Debate on Future of Regional News on June 11
More than 100 regional journalists have confirmed their participation at the discussion titled “The Future of Regional News”, which will be held on June 11 at 11 a.m. at BTA’s National Press Club in Sofia, BTA Director General Kiril Valchev said on Wednesday. The discussion will be hosted by BTA an»»»
Sidra Medicine achieves ANCC Pathway to Excellence Designation with distinction
Doha, Qatar: Sidra Medicine, a member of Qatar Foundation, has become the first hospital in Qatar to achieve the prestigious American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Pathway to Excellence designation with distinction. The globally recognized credential honors healthcare organizations committed t»»»
Solar farms breathing new life into South Korean villages
SEOUL: In South Korea where an aging population, climate change and economic hardship are putting pressure on rural communities, the government is implementing a program that aims to bolster agriculture and speed up the transition to renewable energy. President Lee Jae Myung’s administration aims t»»»
Shura Council General Secretariat participates in 47th meeting of Association of Secretaries-General of Arab Parliaments
Doha, Qatar: The General Secretariat of the Shura Council participated on Wednesday in the 47th meeting of the Association of Secretaries General of Arab Parliaments, which was held virtually as part of the 39th Conference of the Arab Inter-Parliamentary Union (AIPU). In the meeting, the Shura Coun»»»
NIS requests new special operating licence from US's OFAC
BELGRADE - The Serbian oil company NIS has submitted a request to the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) of the US Department of the Treasury for a new special licence that would enable it to continue to operate without obstructions beyond June 16, when the current operating licence expires. S»»»
Are airlines turning to Embraer as Airbus and Boeing struggle to keep up?
São Paulo: As airlines grapple with rising fuel costs, aircraft delivery delays and growing pressure on regional connectivity, Brazilian plane maker Embraer is positioning itself as a stronger alternative to the long-standing duopoly of Airbus and Boeing. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, »»»
From tyres to coolant: RTA’s top tips for summer vehicle safety
Dubai: The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has launched an extensive awareness campaign urging motorists to keep their vehicles in peak condition during the summer months, reinforcing the Ministry of Interior’s nationwide “Safe Summer” campaign aimed at enhancing road safety across the»»»
6-7, Bad Bunny, AI: Pope targets the young
Barcelona: Six-sevening crowds and joking about Bad Bunny, AI and football rivalries -- 70-year-old Pope Leo XIV has appealed to a younger crowd during his visit to Spain as part of his efforts to revive the Catholic Church. On popemobile rides, the leader of the world's 1.4 billion Catholics has f»»»
Sahar Nasr among 100 most influential Arab figures in 2016: Arabian Business Magazine
Arabian Business magazine included Egypt’s Minister of Investment and International Cooperation Sahar Nasr in the list of 100 most influential figures in the Arab world during 2016 in the government work category. According to the magazine, Nasr was chosen for being “a leading economic, financial a»»»
Parliament Approves Investment Project for Procurement of Seven New 3D Radars
The Parliament approved on Wednesday a proposal submitted by the Council of Ministers for an investment expenditure to acquire seven new 3D radars and auxiliary equipment. 186 voted in favour, three against, and no abstentions. The project is valued at up to EUR 195 million and is based on a draft »»»
NHIF Governor's Resignation Should Be Voted after Deputy Governor's Removal, Democratic Bulgaria Deputy Floor Leader Bozhanov Says
Democratic Bulgaria Deputy Floor Leader Bozhidar Bozhanov said the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) governor's resignation should be voted in plenary only after Deputy Governor Momchil Mavrov is removed from office. Speaking after a meeting of the parliamentary Committee on Healthcare on Wedne»»»
Trump says Iran 'taken too long to negotiate,' will have to 'pay the price'
Washington, United States: US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said that Iran has taken too long to negotiate a deal over the conflict in the Middle East and will now "have to pay the price." Trump's social media post, in which he asserted that the Iranian military has been "completely defeated,»»»
Army helicopter crashes in Pakistan-administered Kashmir, killing all on board
Islamabad, Pakistan: A Pakistani army helicopter crashed near the city of Muzaffarabad in Pakistan-controlled Kashmir due to a technical fault, the military said on Wednesday, adding there were no survivors. Kashmir is considered highly sensitive by the Pakistani military and government after years»»»
Hong Kong files charges over deadliest fire in decades
Hong Kong: Hong Kong filed manslaughter charges against several people and companies on Wednesday over the world's deadliest residential building fire in decades, which killed 168 people at a public housing estate last year. The massive blaze, which engulfed seven of the eight high-rise apartment b»»»
How new CEO Asha Sharma is reshaping Xbox's future: She cut Game Pass prices, killed bad ideas and gave fans hope again
Dubai: Xbox has been losing the console wars for years. The PS5 has been outselling the Xbox Series X by a significant margin globally, Game Pass had haemorrhaged subscribers after a badly received price hike, and the brand was struggling to articulate why anyone should choose it over PlayStation. »»»
Japan lawmakers back plan to ease imperial succession crisis
Tokyo: Japan's legislature endorsed on Wednesday a proposed framework aimed at easing a looming imperial succession crisis, with just one young heir to the throne currently remaining. The imperial household operates under strict rules that allow only male offsprings from the male side of the family»»»
Cabinet notes Shura Council approval of law on metrology
Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani chaired the Cabinet's regular meeting on Wednesday at the Amiri Diwan. Following the meeting, HE Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs Ibrahim bin Ali Al Mohann»»»
Pakistan records highest-ever monthly remittance inflow
Dubai: Pakistan received a record $4.25 billion in remittances from overseas Pakistanis in May 2026, the highest monthly inflow ever recorded in the country’s history, providing a significant boost to foreign exchange reserves and strengthening the nation’s external account position. According to d»»»
Gold Price Retreats: Bullion Falls Below $4,200 as Iran Conflict Reignites
Gold extended its decline as Gold Price Retreats on Wednesday, falling below the $4,200-per-ounce threshold as renewed military exchanges between the United States and Iran unsettled financial markets and complicated expectations for inflation, interest rates and global trade. Spot gold dropped as »»»
UAE job fair connects 4,500 Emiratis with industrial careers
More than 4,500 Emirati job seekers attended the Industrialists Career Exhibition 2026, which concluded at the Abu Dhabi Energy Center after two days of recruitment activities, career guidance and direct interviews with leading companies. Organised by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technolog»»»
Riyadh Art installs new public artwork on pedestrian bridge
RIYADH: A new public artwork has been installed on the pedestrian bridge at the intersection of the King Abdulaziz and Hisham bin Abdul Malik roads in the capital, Riyadh Art announced on Wednesday. Italian artist Angelo Bonello’s work, Run Beyond, is a light-based sculpture depicting a running fig»»»
Saudi Arabia documents 1,774 archaeological discoveries in Medina’s Al Mahd, Including rare Islamic inscriptions and rock Art
Saudi Arabia's Heritage Commission has documented 1,774 archaeological discoveries during the second season of survey work in Al Mahd governorate in the Medina region, including newly identified sites, ancient inscriptions and rock art panels, the commission said. The survey covered three areas inc»»»
Media watchdog welcomes conviction of 2 men for attack on Iran International journalist
LONDON: The Committee to Protect Journalists said it welcomed a UK court’s decision to convict two Romanian men for the stabbing of Iran International journalist Pouria Zeraati in an attack prosecutors said was ordered by the Iranian state. “The evidence presented in this trial was deeply chilling,»»»
'I'll be at next World Cup' in 2030: Somali referee barred from US
Mogadishu: Somali referee Omar Artan, who was denied entry to the United States for the World Cup, returned to a hero's welcome in Mogadishu and vowed to take part in the next tournament in 2030. More than 100 supporters lined up outside the VIP section of Mogadishu's main airport, waving national »»»
Tanker on fire off Oman coast: UK maritime agency
Dubai: A tanker's engine room caught fire off the coast of Oman near the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, a UK maritime agency said, reporting two missing and one casualty. Earlier, British maritime security company Vanguard Tech said the Palau-flagged tanker Settebello had "transmitted a distress ca»»»
Google launches new Gemini 3.5 model for real-time voice translation
Washington, USA: Google has announced the launch of its new Gemini 3.5 Live Translate model for real-time speech-to-speech translation, with the aim of reducing language barriers and enabling more natural and seamless live conversations between users in different languages. The company said the new»»»
Bulgaria pledges to end weapons supplies to Ukraine
Bulgaria’s new government has announced it will halt weapons deliveries to Ukraine, signaling a major policy shift for the NATO and EU member, which has been supplying arms to Kiev since the escalation of the conflict in 2022. The conflict cannot be resolved on the battlefield, Bulgarian Defense Mi»»»
Amman’s industrial exports climb 5.1% in first 5 months of 2026
RIYADH: Industrial exports from members of the Amman Chamber of Industry rose 5.1 percent in the first five months of 2026, as manufacturers pushed deeper into African, European and Asian markets. According to the Jordan News Agency, the chamber’s statistical report showed exports reached 2.99 bill»»»
Thumbay breaks ground on landmark research centre to advance the future of medicine
Ajman: Thumbay Group today marked a major milestone in its commitment to advancing medical research and innovation with the groundbreaking of the Thumbay International Research Centre, a purpose-built, six-storey research facility in Al Jurf, Ajman. Designed to integrate scientific discovery, diagn»»»
Vazrazhdane to Submit Proposals to Ban Sale of Weapons to Ukraine, Re-Export to Other Countries
Vazrazhdane will table two proposals, one to ban arms sales to Ukraine and another to bar re-exports in deals with third countries, Vazrazhdane Floor Leader Kostadin Kostadinov told reporters on the sidelines of Parliament on Wednesday. “At one point, a deputy prime minister said she would not send»»»
Bulgarian Companies Show Greater Commitment to Sustainability, Report Finds
Companies that want to develop their business sustainably and need investors, surely realize that sustainability and the green transition are among the key factors to grow and secure sustainable capital, Bulgarian Stock Exchange (BSE) Executive Director Manyu Moravenov said at the presentation of t»»»
Healthcare Committee Sets Seven-Day Consultation Period on NHIF Leadership Dismissal Drafts
The parliamentary Committee on Healthcare decided to give institutions seven days to submit opinions on draft resolutions seeking the early dismissal of the National Health Insurance Fund's governor and deputy governor. Committee Chair GERB-UDF MP Kostadin Angelov said the draft resolutions had bee»»»
Dubai introduces Eqamh GPT to help government staff work smarter
Dubai: In a move aimed at accelerating digital transformation and enhancing government efficiency, the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai (GDRFA Dubai) has launched "Eqamh GPT", the first internal generative artificial intelligence platform developed specifically to supp»»»
EU climate monitor reports second-warmest May globally
Brussels: May 2026 was the world's second-warmest May on record, with Western Europe experiencing an unusually early heatwave, the European Union's climate monitoring service said on Wednesday. The Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) said the global average surface air temperature in May 2026 w»»»
Emirati driver Amna Al-Qubaisi among Time’s 100 Most Influential People in Sport for 2026
DUBAI: Emirati racing driver Amna Al-Qubaisi has been named among Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in Sports for 2026, earning a place alongside some of the biggest names in global sport. The inaugural list, unveiled this week by Time, recognizes athletes, executives, innovators and lead»»»
Lebanon says 11 killed in Israeli strikes on Tyre
Israeli airstrikes on the historic city of Tyre in southern Lebanon and surrounding areas killed 11 people Tuesday amid an Israeli military warning for the entire city to evacuate. Israel's army said its forces killed a gunman who had managed to infiltrate Israeli territory from Lebanon and opened »»»
Iran launches 'retaliatory' attacks toward U.S. bases in Middle East - UPI.com
Iran fired missiles and drones at U.S. military bases in neighboring countries in and around the Persian Gulf in the early hours of Wednesday after American warplanes conducted strikes on southern Iran in response to the downing of an U.S. Army helicopter. File Photo by Jim Hollander/UPI | License »»»
Meta taps Reliance for first AI-enabled data centre in India
Mumbai, India: Facebook-parent Meta and Indian conglomerate Reliance Industries on Wednesday announced a deal to develop an AI-enabled data centre in the state of Gujarat, as the US tech giant scales its digital footprint globally. The project, to be built in Jamnagar district, comes as technology »»»
Japan Lawmakers Back Plan to Ease Imperial Succession Crisis
Japan's legislature endorsed on Wednesday a proposed framework aimed at easing a looming imperial succession crisis, with just one young heir to the throne currently remaining. The imperial household operates under strict rules that allow only male offsprings from the male side of the family to asc»»»
Popular Support Key to Iran Security: Commander of Khatam Al-Anbiya HQ
Commander of Iran’s Khatam Al-Anbiya Central Headquarters Major General Ali Abdollahi underlined that the Islamic Republic’s security rests primarily on popular support rather than military power, declaring that adversaries have failed to break the will of the Islamic Republic amid ongoing tensions»»»
EU chemicals agency says 'forever chemical' TFA toxic to human reproduction
Helsinki: The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) said Wednesday that it was recommending that the so-called forever chemical TFA should be designated toxic to human reproduction. The agency said in a statement to AFP that its risk assessment committee "recommends for TFA a classification as toxic to »»»
Construction materials production projects implemented in southern Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG
Representatives of the National Investment Agency, as part of monitoring ongoing investment projects, visited several facilities in Batken and Osh regions. During the working trip, officials inspected the project of Asyl Holding LLC for the production of dry construction mixes in Kyzyl-Kiya. The pl»»»