Dubai: Dubai World Trade Centre generated Dh25.03 billion in economic output in 2025, driven by growth in large-scale exhibitions, conferences and conventions. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.DWTC hosted 108 large-scale events during the year, up 8% from 2024, attracti»»»

Doha: The State of Qatar, represented by the Ministry of Social Development and Family, participated in the first extraordinary meeting of the Committee of Undersecretaries of Ministries of Social Affairs and Development in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, held today via video conferen»»»

DHAKA: A new legal petition has sought to hold Muhammad Yunus, head of Bangladesh’s previous administration, and members of his cabinet, accountable for the ongoing measles outbreak that has killed hundreds of children and overwhelmed the country’s health services. Since the 1990s, Bangladesh’s vac»»»

“The day before the election, six opposition candidates were detained and charged with money laundering -just as the campaign gained momentum. This isn’t democracy – it’s classical administrative leverage at its crudest,” political scientist Migran Shahzadeyan told Sputnik, commenting on Sunday’s h»»»

Dubai: Passengers flying to and from Dubai are facing schedule changes after several international airlines suspended, cancelled or delayed the resumption of services because of the ongoing situation in the Middle East. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The disruption af»»»

Abu Dhabi: Tayab Khan has many plans. Days after the 26-year-old Nepalese security guard became the first-ever winner of the UAE Lottery's Dh30 million Grand Prize, he knows exactly what he is going to do and what he is going to buy. In an interview, the Abu Dhabi resident told Gulf News that he ha»»»

Dubai: A brutal acid attack on a young female doctor inside one of Balochistan’s largest public hospitals has triggered outrage across Pakistan, an indefinite strike by doctors and renewed calls for stronger protections for women and health care workers. Dr Mahnoor Nasir, a 29-year-old postgraduate»»»

Economics and International Relations Institute (EIRI) CEO Lyubomir Kyuchukov said on Monday that the Balkans are in a unique situation because conflicts surround the region but do not originate from it. He was speaking at the opening of a conference titled "Towards Shared Regional Security for Pea»»»

Abu Dhabi: The UAE’s Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has announced the return of its annual ban on working under direct sunlight and in open areas during the peak summer months. The rule will be in place from June 15 to September 15, 2026, marking the 22nd consecutive year of »»»

PRESS REVIEW – Monday, June 8: Papers discuss the latest exchange of strikes between Iran and Israel and analyse 100 days of war. In France, papers are covering the "failure" of the country's judicial system amid the Lyhanna affair. Finally, the completion of Barcelona's Sagrada Familia divides bot»»»

Israel has struck Beirut following rockets the Israeli military says were sent by Hezbollah, in a blow to the ceasefire introduced two months prior. The flare-up comes despite a call for restraint from US President Donald Trump, who is anxious to show his domestic audience he cannot be pushed aroun»»»

In a heavily scrutinised election, Armenia's ruling party has won the country's legislative election. The election cements the nation's westward tilt despite the election having been tainted by Russian interference and threats for Moscow. The EU has also promised millions of euros to ease pressure »»»

At least 31 people have died after a powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake rocked the Philippines on June 8. It was the most powerful quake to strike the country this year, with the southern port city of General Santos among the hardest hit. The earthquake was centered at sea at a depth of 33 kilometre»»»

Chinese President Xi Jinping has arrived in Pyongyang for a rare state visit, his first there in seven years. The visit is set to have big ramifications on bilateral ties and beyond as both countries hope to reignite their traditional alliance in the face of separate confrontations with the US. FRA»»»

There are real fears that up to 70 percent of girls will soon be in early or forced marriages in Afghanistan. To make matters worse, a new law now means that divorce at any future stage would be totally impossible if the husband were to disagree. Activists say this shameful new law will f»»»

Cairo — Egyptian stocks (EGX) opened the week lower on Sunday as investors locked in profits following recent gains, while foreign, Arab and local investors all turned net sellers despite continued strength in trading volumes and improving sentiment toward Egypt’s broader economic outlook. The decl»»»

Zapopan, Mexico: South Korea goalkeeper Kim Seung-gyu has some making up to do after missing the birth of his first child because he is preparing for his fourth World Cup. The 35-year-old stopper is hoping to add to his 86 caps when South Korea face the Czech Republic on Thursday's opening day of t»»»

Copenhagen: Christian Eriksen is in "good spirits", said the Danish team football doctor, despite being hospitalised after collapsing during Denmark's friendly against Ukraine, five years after suffering a cardiac arrest during the European Championship. The 34-year-old former Manchester United mid»»»

Red Sea Global (RSG) has announced the reopening of Al Wajh International Airport (EJH) in northwestern Saudi Arabia following a comprehensive two-year redevelopment and modernization program, culminating in the official resumption of commercial flight operations on May 24, 2026. According to a pre»»»

As part of the expanding strategic dialogue between Russia and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, a series of webinars titled "Pakistan and Russia: Bilateral Relations at the Cusp of a Shifting Global Order" will be held. The first webinar is scheduled for June 9, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 1:45 PM (Mos»»»

The European Union on Monday imposed sanctions on Iran’s Hormozgan Provincial Command of the IRGC Navy and two individuals over actions that impede lawful maritime transit and threaten freedom of navigation in the strategic Strait of Hormuz. Europe has been left on the sidelines as the US–Iran conf»»»

Geneva: The head of the World Health Organization on Monday was in Uganda, where a deadly Ebola outbreak has killed two people after spreading from the neighbouring Democratic Republic of Congo. The WHO has declared an international health emergency over the current outbreak, which was announced on»»»

Doha: Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) and Qatar University (QU) have signed a new agreement establishing a Joint Research Funding Initiative. The agreement aims at strengthening collaboration between the two institutions and supporting research that addresses national health priorities. The new fun»»»

Kosovo Prime Minister Albin Kurti's party emerged as the largest force in Sunday's snap election but failed to secure enough support to govern alone, setting the stage for difficult coalition negotiations. The vote, marked by low turnout and voter frustration, is unlikely to end the political deadl»»»

Dubai: Deliveroo UAE has announced the launch of Deliveroo Reservations, a new in-app feature powered by SevenRooms, marking the company’s evolution beyond delivery and into a fully integrated dining platform. The feature integrates SevenRooms’ industry-leading reservation technology into the Deliv»»»

The Summer 2026 tourist season on Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast has been officially launched in Sozopol, with Tourism Minister Ilin Dimitrov and the city’s mayor Tihomir Yanakiev taking part in a ceremonial opening held on the Central Beach. Speaking during the event, Dimitrov said the season is expec»»»

It was deliberately symbolic that the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) chose Riga for its 35th annual meeting. Latvia, one of the EBRD's earliest countries of operation and a nation that shares a border with Russia, knows something about what it means to rebuild an economy in»»»

Doha: The second Qatar-Korea Artificial Intelligence Forum commenced today in Doha under the theme "New Horizons and Business Opportunities." The event is organized by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) in cooperation with the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Doha a»»»

Washington, United States: US President Donald Trump said on Monday that Iran and Israel were seeking an "immediate CEASEFIRE," after the two countries attacked each other for the first time since a truce came into effect two months ago. "Both sides, Israel and Iran, are looking to do an immediate »»»

Doha, Qatar: Chief Executive Officer of the Qatar Media Corporation (QMC) HE Sheikh Khalid bin Abdulaziz bin Jassim Al-Thani met on Monday, June 8, 2026, with the Ambassador of Oman to Qatar HE Ammar bin Abdullah bin Sultan Al Busaidi. During the meeting, the two sides discussed ways to enhance med»»»

Dubai: A beachfront villa on Dubai’s exclusive Jumeirah Bay Island has changed hands for Dh280 million, in one of the most significant single-home transactions in the emirate, highlighting the growing appeal of ultra-prime properties among the world’s wealthiest buyers. The sale of Villa Gaia, a si»»»

Rio de Janeiro: UAE’s national carrier Etihad Airways plans to speed up aircraft purchases, route launches and product expansion even as the airline warns it may not make a profit this year because of the Middle East conflict. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The airlin»»»

Dubai: A fire broke out aboard an oil tanker carrying 24 Indian seafarers south of the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, prompting an emergency response and triggering concerns over maritime security in one of the world’s most sensitive shipping corridors. India’s Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterway»»»

As Ethiopians went to the polls last week, politicians in the landlocked country stepped up their push for Red Sea access, citing its right to the waters and Egypt’s hostile encirclement in neighbouring states. Africa’s second-most populous country is ruled by the Prosperity Party of Ethiopian Prim»»»

'A World Cup for them not us': Fans' anger at US travel bans and visa restrictions 12 hours agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleNadia HuraimiBBC News Arabic Abdulla AdnanIraqi fan Abdulla Adnan has been unable to get a visa to travel to the US to see his country play When Iraq's football team qua»»»

MEXICO CITY: One of the first things visitors arriving in Mexico City for the World Cup are likely to see is the wide grin of an axolotl, with the salamander unique to ​this part of the world splashed in bright purple on murals and subway cars or depicted in sculptures dribbling a soccer ball. Name»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe ‘Path to Peace Passes Through Heart of War,’ Iran Lawmaker Warns 08-06-2026 14:25 PM A senior Iranian parliamentary spokesman declared Mond»»»

Beijing, June 8 (SANA) China on Monday called for continued adherence to a ceasefire between Iran and Israel and urged all parties to pursue diplomatic efforts to prevent further escalation in the region. Speaking at a regular news briefing, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said Beiji»»»

The Israeli military has vowed to press ahead with its military campaign in Lebanon and said it would step up operations against Hezbollah. "The (Iranian) regime is attempting to establish a new equation through direct attacks on Israeli territory in response to IDF operations in Dahieh," military »»»

Doha: The Consultative Sessions on the National Human Rights Action Plan (2026-2030) have continued in Doha. The sessions are organized by the National Committee for the Preparation of the National Human Rights Action Plan, chaired by Minister of State for International Cooperation HE Maryam bint A»»»

Doha, Qatar: Investment Promotion Agency Qatar (Invest Qatar) concluded a promotional tour in Istanbul, Turkiye, during which it showcased investment opportunities in various vital sectors in the State of Qatar, and strengthened its communication with Turkish investors and key players in the trade »»»

Israeli strikes killed four Palestinians, including a child, in the Gaza Strip on Monday, health officials there said, as Israel's military expanded the area under its control, according to residents. The reports came as mediators in Cairo said they were pressing on with efforts to salvage a fragil»»»

Crimean Governor Sergey Aksyonov said that a drone attacked a Moscow-Simferopol passenger train on Monday morning, injuring the locomotive driver and killing his assistant. "Such actions significantly complicate any further attempts to move towards a peaceful settlement. We remain open to this. But»»»

Dubai: Youssef Alhussainy did not set out to build a company. The idea for Tapy began during a house move, when his sister Rawda, who has Angelman syndrome, slipped out of the family home unnoticed. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Rawda is non-verbal and needs constant»»»

Doha: The Arab national teams competing in the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be counting on a host of standout players, as these stars aim to make their mark and deliver eye-catching performances during the tournament, which will take place in the United States, Canada, and Mexico from June 11 to July 1»»»

New Delhi, India: Strong winds amid rains and inclement weather damaged three narrow-body aircraft belonging to the private airline "Air India," confirmed an official source on Monday. The incident happened at the at Terminal 2 of Delhi International Airport, where the aircraft were parked on Sunda»»»

Dubai: Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) is expanding its community participation model in education, bringing parents and teachers into formal decision-making discussions for the first time alongside students. The move builds on the success of the Dubai Students Council, lau»»»

Seven people died and nine others were injured when a minibus collided with a truck that had stopped in the middle of the road on Emirates Road in Dubai. “Preliminary investigations indicate that the truck had stopped suddenly in the middle of the road due to a technical malfunction. The bus driver»»»

The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) said there is a 98 per cent probability that El Niño conditions will prevail between July and November 2026, with temperatures and rainfall expected to be near to above seasonal averages. In its latest seasonal forecast, the NCM said the Niño 3.4 sea surface»»»

Saudi Arabia's National Centre for Meteorology (NCM) has forecast thunderstorms and rainfall across parts of the Mecca, Jazan, Asir and Al Baha regions through Friday, with some areas expected to receive moderate to heavy downpours. The NCM said, based on outputs from the Saudi Numerical Model, tha»»»