Top Indian tech supplier reports 'cybersecurity incident'
Mumbai, India: A top Indian maker of iPhone parts has confirmed it was hit by a "cybersecurity incident", with media reports alleging that Apple supplier specifications had been leaked. Industrial giant Tata Group is a lynchpin of Apple's growing supply chain within the world's most populous countr»»»
Hamad Bin Jassim Centre for Computing Education hosts Alice Middle East Computer Science Competition 2026
Doha, Qatar: The Hamad Bin Jassim Centre for Computing Education, a strategic partnership between Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar, one of Qatar Foundation’s partner universities, and the Jassim and Hamad Bin Jassim Charitable Foundation, organised the Alice Middle East Computer Science Competit»»»
Oman and Iran Chart New Course for Strait of Hormuz Governance
In a significant diplomatic move amid rising maritime tensions, Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi convened with Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr bin Hamad al-Busaidi on Tuesday to negotiate fresh frameworks for managing the strategic Strait of H»»»
Etihad Rail announces start date of passenger services
Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, inaugurated Mohamed bin Zayed City Passenger Train Station in Abu Dhabi and witnessed the unveiling of the UAE passenger rail network, which is set to launch on September 30, 20»»»
MoFA holds workshop on diplomatic career framework
Doha, Qatar: Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) held yesterday a workshop on job description and classification guide for the diplomatic and consular corps. The workshop, organised by the ministry’s Human Resources Department, was attended by Secretary-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs H E»»»
3,361 beneficiaries receive services from Sheikh Jassim bin Jabr Al Thani Primary Healthcare Centre at Azraq Camp, Jordan
The Sheikh Jassim bin Jabr Al Thani Primary Healthcare Centre at Azraq Refugee Camp in Jordan, established by the Jassim and Hamad Bin Jassim Charitable Foundation, has announced its medical service statistics for May 2026, highlighting its continued efforts to provide comprehensive healthcare to c»»»
Jassim and Hamad Bin Jassim Charitable Foundation provides QR2.8m in assistance during May
The Jassim and Hamad Bin Jassim Charitable Foundation has announced the value of the assistance it provided during May, with total support amounting to QR2,803,588. The aid was delivered as part of the foundation’s social responsibility efforts and its ongoing commitment to supporting those in need»»»
European leaders offer warm farewell to Britain’s Starmer
BERLIN: Outgoing British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his departure on Monday amid plunging approval ratings, but there were warm words from European leaders who had generally found him easier to work with than his recent predecessors. Starmer, the first non-Conservative prime minister si»»»
UDC confirms Perlita Gardens redevelopment progress at The Pearl Island
Doha, Qatar: United Development Company (UDC), the master developer of The Pearl and Gewan Islands, has confirmed that the works currently taking place at the Perlita Gardens site, located within The Pearl Island, form part of the planned redevelopment process following UDC’s strategic acquisition »»»
QF’s Qatar Music Academy ranked among world’s elite pre-college institutions for musical education
Doha, Qatar: One of the world’s most prestigious seals of approval for musical education has been awarded to Qatar Foundation’s Qatar Music Academy – making it the first institution in the Gulf region to gain this recognition. MusiQuE (Music Quality Enhancement) accreditation is an independent accr»»»
Qatar, Libya discuss strengthening bilateral ties
Minister of State for Foreign Affairs H E Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi held talks yesterday with Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation at the Government of National Unity of the State of Libya H E Taher Salem Al Baour (pictured). The discussions took place on the margins o»»»
GTA celebrates graduation of first cohort of its national talent
Doha, Qatar: As part of the 'Promising Leaders' programme, which aims to prepare national leaders capable of keeping pace with the requirements of institutional work, the General Tax Authority (GTA) celebrated the graduation of the first cohort of its employees participating in the program, in the »»»
MoEHE to launch summer 2026 student activity centres across Qatar
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE) has announced the upcoming launch of its Summer 2026 Student Activity Centres, offering students a comprehensive educational and recreational programme designed to provide an enriching learning experience in a safe, engaging and mo»»»
Qatar-EU Dialogue on Safe and Resilient Food Trade convenes
Doha, Qatar: Qatar Chamber (QC) participated in the EU-Qatar Dialogue on Safe and Resilient Food Trade, which was held at W Doha Hotel in person and via video conference. Qatar Chamber was represented by Mohammed bin Ahmed Al Obaidly, Board Member and Chairman of the Food Security and Environment C»»»
Syrian, French officials discuss economic cooperation and investment
Damascus, June 23 (SANA) Syria’s Economy and Industry Minister Nidal al-Shaar held talks on Monday with Jean-Baptiste Faivre, chargé d’affaires at the French Embassy in Damascus, on prospects for economic cooperation and investment between the two countries. During the meeting at the ministry’s hea»»»
'Trust the process': Bangladeshi photographer celebrates Dh25,000 Big Ticket win
Dubai: For Mohammed Nasim, a Bangladeshi photographer who has called the UAE home since 2007, persistence has finally paid off. The long-time Big Ticket participant is among four winners of the second weekly e-draw for June, taking home a cash prize of Dh25,000. His message to others hoping for a s»»»
Dubai launches ‘Flexi Rents’ initiative to ease tenant payment burden
Dubai has launched a new rental affordability initiative, ‘Flexi Rents’, aimed at helping tenants manage housing costs through flexible payment plans, monthly rent options and other concessions, a senior official at Dubai Land Department (DLD) said on Tuesday. Speaking on the launch, Khalid Al Shai»»»
Mindset-switch and war planning as Gulf News awarded for conflict coverage
In a pristine and full-to-the-brim conference room at the Mandarin Oriental Dubai, I was reflecting on the intensity of the last few months while holding a special award given to Gulf News for our conflict coverage. While contemplating how far we had come since February 28, a statement came from th»»»
Portugal under pressure as Uzbekistan challenge looms
Doha, Qatar: For Portugal, the equation is simple. Win or risk entering the final group match under immense pressure. When they face Uzbekistan in their second Group K encounter at the FIFA World Cup, both sides will arrive with very different expectations but a common objective, securing a first v»»»
‘Under The Rubbles’ kicks off 38th Doha Theatre Festival
Doha: The 38th edition of the Doha Theatre Festival, organized by the Ministry of Culture (MoC) through the Theatre Affairs Center, opened this evening and will continue for four days with the participation of local theatre companies. The opening ceremony was held at Al Mayassa Theatre at the Qatar»»»
Qatar participates in ninth extraordinary meeting of GCC Undersecretaries of Ministries of Industry
Doha, Qatar: Qatar participated on Sunday, June 21, 2026, in the ninth extraordinary meeting of GCC Undersecretaries of Ministries of Industry, held in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The State of Qatar’s delegation was headed by H E Saleh bin Majid Al-Khulaifi, Assistant Undersecretary for Industrial Affa»»»
Salah leads Egypt to first-ever World Cup win, sends Pharaohs to top of Group G
Doha, Qatar: Mohamed Salah inspired Egypt to a historic first FIFA World Cup victory as the Pharaohs came from behind to defeat New Zealand 3-1 at BC Place Stadium yesterday, moving to the top of Group G and within touching distance of a place in the knockout stage. The victory marked a landmark mo»»»
Dubai gold drops below Dh500 as buyers get lower rates after volatile month
Dubai: Dubai gold prices fell on Tuesday morning, giving jewellery buyers a sharper entry point after a volatile month that has seen local rates swing by more than Dh40 per gram. (Check latest UAE gold prices here, alongside prices in Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and India.) Sign up »»»
Qatar brace for Bosnia-Herzegovina test as World Cup survival hangs in balance
Doha, Qatar: Qatar have stepped up preparations for their FIFA World Cup Group B clash against Bosnia and Herzegovina in Seattle tomorrow, with both sides heading into the fixture knowing that the margin for error has effectively disappeared at this stage of the competition. The match comes after s»»»
UDST unveils EMHA programme to develop next-gen healthcare leadership
Doha, Qatar: The College of Business at the University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) yesterday launched a new Executive Master of Health Administration (EMHA) programme. In collaboration with the internationally renowned Telfer School of Management at the University of Ottawa (uOttawa) »»»
TISSCO expands industrial portfolio through partnership with ABB to deliver advanced electrical distribution and control solutions
Teyseer Industrial Supplies & Services Company (TISSCO), a subsidiary of Teyseer Holding, has entered into a strategic partnership with global technology leader ABB, aiming to expand its industrial product portfolio and provide advanced solutions in electrical distribution and control systems. The »»»
QSCCB attends GCC workshop on rights of persons with disabilities
Riyadh: Qatar Social and Cultural Centre for the Blind (QSCCB) participated in the dialogue workshop with persons with disabilities on the third report regarding the prospects for the implementation and monitoring of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) in the Gulf Coope»»»
“Disarming of Hezbollah Appears to Be a Long Way Off” After US-Iran Understandings: Axios - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe “Disarming of Hezbollah Appears to Be a Long Way Off” After US-Iran Understandings: Axios 23-06-2026 09:26 AM US President Donald Trump and»»»
13 fatalities, 66 injured in Ras Laffan Industrial City accident
Doha, Qatar: Minister of State for Energy Affairs, the President and CEO of QatarEnergy H E Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi revealed the details of the explosion and fire at Barzan local gas supply facility at Ras Laffan Industrial City, which is operated by QatarEnergy LNG and noted that there are no enviro»»»
Dubai-based Indian expat wins Dh25,000 with birthday-inspired Big Ticket number
Dubai: A Dubai-based Indian expatriate has won Dh25,000 in Big Ticket's second weekly e-draw for June after a personal tradition of selecting family birthday dates helped bring him luck. Vijay Menezes, a 50-year-old banking professional from Mangalore, India, has been among four winners who each re»»»
Telegram restored on Google Play Store in India after week-long government block
Telegram is back on the Google Play Store in India. After a week of being unavailable to Android users, the messaging app quietly reappeared on Tuesday, ending a temporary government block imposed during the country's high-stakes medical entrance exam. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the »»»
Pakistan PM lauds Qatar’s ‘critical support’ in US-Iran negotiations
Islamabad: Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan H E Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has praised the State of Qatar’s key role in facilitating dialogue between the United States of America and Iran. In a statement posted on X yesterday, Sharif expressed gratitude to Doha for “its critical supp»»»
Judge strikes down SNAP bans on soft drinks, candy - UPI.com
A federal judge on Monday ruled the Trump administration's approval of state's waivers to ban SNAP recipients from buying certain foods was in violation of the Administrative Procedure Act. File Photo by Jim Ruymen/UPI | License Photo June 23 (UPI) -- A federal judge has ruled that the Trump admini»»»
US VP affirms progress in Iran talks, commends Qatar and Pakistan role
Burgenstock Resort, Switzerland: US Vice President H E J D Vance confirmed progress in the ongoing talks with Iran, commending the role played by Qatar and Pakistan in supporting the technical negotiations between the United States and Iran. He said that the Burgenstock meetings had made significan»»»
US-Iran MoU aims to end war, establish framework for negotiations: PM
Doha: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs H E Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani affirmed that the memorandum of understanding signed between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran has laid the foundation for ending the war and establishing a negot»»»
Jordan bow out of World Cup after 2-1 defeat to Algeria
RIYADH: An all-Arab encounter brought day 13 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup to a close, with Jordan and Algeria going head-to-head in a Group J clash at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara. After taking the lead shortly before half time, Jordan were unable to hold on after the break, as Algeria capitalized o»»»
DR Congo president sets stage to stay in power
KINSHASA: DR Congo President Felix Tshisekedi is preparing to pass a law which could open the door to a third term in office by amending the constitution but he may face protests in the street. Tshisekedi, 63, comes to the end of his second — and under the current iron-clad rules — final five-year »»»
UN official warns: Syria has made no progress on Sweida reintegration plan, transitional parliament has not been constituted yet - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe UN official warns: Syria has made no progress on Sweida reintegration plan, transitional parliament has not been constituted yet 23-06-2026»»»
Arab teams at 2026 World Cup: Algeria wins over Jordan while Iraq concedes against France
PHILADELPHIA: Jordan failed to secure a win in its second World Cup game in California against Algeria on Tuesday. After dominating the first half of the game with a goal by Nizar Al Rashdan in minute 36, Jordan conceded two goals to Algeria. With one game left, Jordan is set to face off reigning c»»»
10 years on, Brexit continues to divide Britons
Ten years ago, when the UK voted by a narrow majority to leave the European Union in a bitterly contested national referendum, the importance of the vote was reflected in the fact that more of the British public voted for a single cause than they have ever before or since. For David Cameron, the Br»»»
Taiwan begins 5-day military drill with tanks patrolling streets
TAIPEI: Taiwan kicked off a five-day set of military drills on Monday aimed at boosting the island’s combat readiness in case of a Chinese military attack. In the city of Taoyuan, home to the island’s largest international airport, tanks drove down city streets and highways, videos and photos of th»»»
Donors to allocate $172 million to modernize irrigation in Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG
Donors will allocate $172 million to modernize irrigation in Kyrgyzstan, The Times of Central Asia reports. It is noted that international financial institutions and development partners will provide funds to the Kyrgyz Republic for the implementation of a large project to modernize irrigation netw»»»
'I kept drawing eyes': How a Dubai teen's lockdown sketches sparked an award-winning art career
Paper is more patient than man, as the saying often goes. The world slowed down during the pandemic, and nine-year-old Dubai-based Nikita Neogy turned to paper and a pencil. With time no longer in question, she began sketching in her room. She wasn’t harbouring lofty, idealised dreams: She just dre»»»
Gun taken from police officer aunt used in deadly Philippines school shooting
Two students armed with handguns opened fire inside a high school in the central Philippines on Monday, killing three classmates and injuring at least 20 others, police said. The shooting happened mid-morning at San Jose National High School in Tacloban City. The two suspects, aged 14 and 15, were »»»
Uzbekistan vs. Portugal football match to be screened live in Bishkek - | 24.KG
A fan zone for the live screening of Portugal—Uzbekistan football match will be set up at Turdakun Usubaliev Square in Bishkek on June 23, the Bishkek City Hall reported. A large screen will be installed for residents and visitors of the capital, allowing fans to watch the game together and support»»»
Did Samay Raina's US visa get revoked over Donald Trump roast in India's Got Latent show with Alia Bhatt? Viral claims decoded
Dubai: Indian comedian and YouTuber Samay Raina has found himself at the centre of yet another viral social media storm. This time, claims surfaced online suggesting that his US visa had been revoked after a Donald Trump parody featured in the upcoming season of his controversial comedy show, India»»»
GCC Secretary-General emphasises regional security, de-escalation efforts
Amman: Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), stated that the GCC Ministerial Co-ordination Meeting discussed the latest developments, as well as international and regional efforts aimed at de-escalation and enhancing security and stability in the region, »»»
Philippines: One of the high school shooting suspects got gun from aunt
Manila: Two students armed with hand guns opened fire in a high school in the central Philippines on Monday, killing three fellow students and wounding at least 20 others, police said. The suspects, aged 14 and 15, were arrested. The suspects and the victims were students of the San Jose National H»»»
US authorizes Iranian oil sales amid talks on final peace deal
WASHINGTON: The United States authorized Iranian oil sales on Monday, easing decades-old sanctions as it pushes toward a final peace deal with Tehran in return for commitments on nuclear inspections and free transit through the Strait of Hormuz. The general license, announced by the Treasury Depart»»»
Twenty-nine mini football fields opened in Talas region in a single day - | 24.KG
The official opening ceremony of 29 mini football fields took place in Talas region in both online and offline formats. The press service of the Presidential Plenipotentiary Representative in the region reported. The construction of the sports facilities was funded by the President’s Fund to suppor»»»