France24 1h

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»»»

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Arab News 1h

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»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

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»»»

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UPI 2h

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»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

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»»»

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Arab News 2h

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»»»

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UPI 2h

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) »»»

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France24 3h

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»»»

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Arab News 3h

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»»»

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Arab News 3h

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»»»

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UPI 3h

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»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

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»»»

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Gulf News 4h

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»»»

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Gulf News 4h

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»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

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»»»

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UPI 4h

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»»»

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Gulf News 4h

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»»»

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Arab News 5h

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 »»»

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Arab News 5h

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»»»

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TAP 5h

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...»»»

UPI 6h

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 »»»

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Gulf News 6h

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»»»

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Arab News 6h

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»»»

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Arab News 6h

Wawrinka announces farewell fete with Federer and Murray

PARIS: Stan Wawrinka announced Friday he will throw a farewell party for fans on December 19 in Geneva with former tennis stars Roger Federer and Andy Murray on the card of the “One last backhand” event. The 41-year-old three-time Grand Slam champion said on Instagram that after more than 20 years »»»

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BNE 6h

Brussels separates Ukraine and Moldova on EU accession track as merit-based approach takes hold

The EU has effectively separated the accession trajectories of Ukraine and Moldova, with each country now expected to advance towards membership at its own pace after the opening of the first negotiating cluster, reported European Pravda. The shift reflects a more explicitly “merit-based” approach »»»

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Gulf News 6h

Venezuela earthquake death toll jumps to 589 as 50,000 remain missing

LA GUAIRA, Venezuela: More than 50,000 people were missing Friday after twin earthquakes in Venezuela, the United Nations' aid chief told AFP as international rescue teams and sniffer dogs arrived to join a desperate search for survivors. Interim president Delcy Rodriguez said the death toll was no»»»

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The Peninsula 6h

Ecuador president declares national holiday following World Cup heroics

Quito: Ecuador President Daniel Noboa declared Friday a holiday after the national team reached the World Cup knock-out stages by beating four-time champions Germany 2-1 in their final group match. "Thank you to the players and to the coach (Sebastian Beccacece) who, in spite of the critics, insult»»»

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TAP 6h

National Armys 70th anniversary: Sehili awards new rank insignia and military decorations

Tunis, June 26 (TAP) - Minister of National Defence Khaled Sehili on Thursday evening chaired ceremony for the awarding of new rank insignia and military decorations to several officers, on the celebrations marking the 70th anniversary of the...»»»

Arab News 6h

Japan’s progress paying off at World Cup, says Troussier

TOKYO: Japan believe they can shock Brazil in the World Cup round of 32, and former coach Philippe Troussier thinks it would be a fitting reward for their progress as a football nation. Frenchman Troussier led Japan when they co-hosted the World Cup with South Korea in 2002 and took them to the las»»»

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UPI 6h

Dominican Republic and Nicaragua cap week of powerful earthquakes - UPI.com

A magnitude 5.8 earthquake rattled the Dominican Republic on Friday. Hours after, another 5.2 earthquake struck western Nicaragua, capping a week marked by intense seismic activity across several countries. File Photo by Stringer/EPA June 26 (UPI) -- A magnitude 5.8 earthquake rattled the Dominican»»»

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UPI 7h

Palisades Fire: Judge declares mistrial in Jonathan Rinderknect case - UPI.com

Jonathan Rinderknecht pleaded not guilty to three charges related to the setting of the Palisades Fire in 2025. File Photo courtesy of Acting United States Attorney Bill Essayli | License Photo June 26 (UPI) -- A federal judge declared a mistrial Friday after a jury said it couldn't reach a verdict»»»

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Arab News 7h

Iranian sailors seized by US handed over in Pakistan

LONDON: Twenty-two Iranian crew members whose oil tanker was seized by the United States during the recent conflict were transferred to Iran's consulate in Pakistan on Friday. Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said the sailors were from the ship named Davina, which US forces boarded in the Indi»»»

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Arab News 7h

Kremlin says it will look into ‘strange’ video alleging army torture

MOSCOW: ‌The Kremlin said on Friday it would look into a viral video appeal to President Vladimir Putin by a military veteran accusing Russian commanders in Ukraine of torturing and murdering soldiers for not fulfilling “suicidal orders.” Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said the Kremlin had not yet seen th»»»

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UPI 7h

Small plane crashes into Beijing's tallest building - UPI.com

China's Citic tower stands in Beijing in May. A small plane crashed into the tower on Friday. File Pool Photo by Maxim Shemetov/EPA June 26 (UPI) -- A small plane crashed into the tallest building in Beijing Friday, social media video and eyewitness reports have shown. The Chinese government hasn't»»»

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The Peninsula 7h

Civil Defence responds to fire in Bu Fas: MoI

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Interior (MoI) said that the Civil Defence reponded to a fire of discarded materials at a farm in the Bu Fass area on Friday, with no injuries reported.»»»

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BNE 7h

Mongolia's risky fuel strategy gamble

In Brief Mongolia’s dependence on Russian fuel gives it short-term supply stability but leaves it structurally exposed. Russia’s temporary petrol export ban spared Mongolia through bilateral arrangements, underscoring the strength of the relationship while revealing the risks of relying on Moscow. »»»

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Middle East Observer 7h

06/04/2017 Tenders

Fire Safety and Seucrity Client : Misr Aluminium Company Address : 48/50 Abd Elkhalek Tharwat Street, Cairo Tender : 1) Tender No. 22/2016/2017 for supply of cars spare pars (Afiko & Skania) Opening envelopes : 10-4-2017 2) Tender No. 23/2016/2017 for supply of internal and external rubber tyres 12»»»

Gulf News 8h

Dubai Customs busts 406kg drugs and 2.3 million pills using AI in five months

Dubai: Dubai Customs seized 406kg of narcotics and 2.3 million illicit pills in the first five months of 2026, carrying out 502 anti-smuggling operations with the emirate stepping up efforts to combat cross-border drug trafficking through advanced technology, artificial intelligence and risk-based »»»

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Al Manar 8h

Amnesty: Four Months after Horrific Minab School Airstrike by USA, Accountability Delayed

Nearly four months after the U.S. airstrike on the Shajareh Tayyebeh Elementary School in Minab, Iran, which killed more than 150 people, including 120 children, Amnesty International USA’s National Director for Government Relations & Advocacy, Amanda Klasing, said: “It’s been four months since the»»»

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TAP 8h

Tunindex closes Fridays session up 1.3%

Tunis, June 26 (TAP) - Tunindex closed Friday's session up 1.3% to 19,807.27 points, with a high traded volume of TND 19.3 million, taking its yearly performance to 47.3%, said broker Tunisie Valeurs. ASSURANCES MAGHREBIA VIE shares were the best...»»»

The Peninsula 8h

Norway's viral 'Viking row' has whole country rowing

Oslo: From oil workers to healthcare staff, even children in daycare, all of Norway is getting in on a viral trend to support their team in the World Cup: pretending to row aboard a longship, flags in hand. The "Viking row" draws on old Norwegian rowing traditions tied to life around fjords, lakes »»»

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Arab News 8h

Trump foe John Bolton pleads guilty to retaining classified information

GREENBELT, United States: Former Trump administration national security adviser John Bolton pleaded guilty on Friday to illegally retaining classified information, sealing a deal with federal prosecutors that could allow him to avoid a prison term. Bolton, who became an outspoken critic of Presiden»»»

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France24 8h

Former Trump national security adviser Bolton pleads guilty in classified files case

John Bolton, a former national security adviser to US President Donald Trump who has since become one of his most vocal critics, pleaded guilty Friday to withholding classified documents related to national defence. Former Trump administration national security adviser John Bolton pleaded guilty on»»»

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Tanjug 8h

NIS requests new specific 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 specific licence that would enable it to continue to operate without obstructions beyond July 1, when the current operating licence expires. S»»»

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Gulf News 8h

Another diplomatic breakthrough: UAE brokers 320-prisoner exchange

Abu Dhabi: The UAE announced the success of a new mediation effort between Russia and Ukraine that resulted in the exchange of 320 prisoners, with 160 Russian and 160 Ukrainian captives released. The latest exchange brings the total number of prisoners swapped through UAE-mediated efforts between t»»»

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The Peninsula 8h

Minister of Interior meets Canadian Minister of Public Safety

Ottawa: Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) HE Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani met with Canada's Minister of Public Safety HE Gary Anandasangaree. The meeting discussed bilateral cooperation and ways to strengthen it, particularly in security, »»»

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Arab News 8h

UN demands probes into US ICE custody deaths

GENEVA: The United Nations on Friday demanded independent investigations into dozens of deaths in US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody since last year — and swift action to prevent more people from dying. At least 52 deaths have been reported in ICE holding facilities since the star»»»

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Arab News 8h

Pochettino annoyed by perceived disappointment after US finishes group play with 3-2 loss to Turkiye

CALIFORNIA, USA: The United States only wanted to get through their final World Cup group stage match Thursday night without an injury or a red card, while Turkiye were playing for a face-saving victory to end a dismal tournament. Both teams got what they wanted most out of their meaningless meetin»»»

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BNE 8h

Doves and hawks vie for Putin's attention to end the Ukraine war, but the “wait-and-see” camp remains in charge

Tensions in the Kremlin are rising as the economy tanks and trust in the president is starting to wane. There is a growing consensus it’s high time to end the war in Ukraine. Two factions have appeared and are vying for Russian President Vladimir Putin’s attention: the doves that want to freeze the»»»

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The Peninsula 8h

UAE says technical malfunction in early warning system resolved

Doha, Qatar: The United Arab Emirates' National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) has clarified that a technical malfunction in the country's early warning system on Friday evening, June 26, resulted in the accidental sending of incorrect warning messages. The Authority con»»»

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