Israeli troops have captured a strategic mountain topped with a Crusader-built castle in southern Lebanon in the deepest incursion into the country in more than a quarter-century, the military said Sunday, while U.S. Secretary of State spoke to Lebanese and Israeli leaders in an effort to keep nego»»»

Parkonic will roll out new on-street parking zones surrounding Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), including areas near University Residence buildings, effective Monday, June 1. The expansion forms part of Dubai’s wider shift towards a cashless and ticketless parking system, which uses automatic number plat»»»

Tokyo: Japan's tech investor SoftBank Group overtook Toyota on Monday to become the country's most valuable company, as the benchmark Nikkei index briefly reached a new high amid the AI boom. SoftBank, a major backer of ChatGPT maker OpenAI, soared more than 11 percent in the afternoon trade, after»»»

Last year, cash slipped below 20% of in-person retail spend globally for the first time. In the UAE, contactless and digital payments already dominate the checkout. Saudi Arabia which had set a target of 70% non-cash transactions by 2025, crossed that threshold in 2023. Get updated faster and for F»»»

President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov on June 1 familiarized himself with the living conditions of graduates of boarding institutions who have been left without parental care. According to the presidential press service, the State Mortgage Company (SMC) has allocated a specialized social guest hous»»»

Praia, Cape Verde: Silveria Nedio beamed as she watched young footballers from the soccer school she is in charge of battling on the pitch in Praia ahead of Cape Verde's first ever World Cup. "We are a small country, but the dream is big," she said. For the first time in history, the tiny volcanic »»»

A senior Israeli diplomat has mocked Paris after it summoned an extraordinary UN Security Council meeting over West Jerusalem’s actions in Lebanon, pointing at France’s domestic troubles. Over the past few days, Israel has intensified its bombing campaign in the country and advanced deeper into Leb»»»

Growth should improve a company’s financial strength, but without the right controls, it can quietly weaken profitability. This can turn expansion into a cash flow problem, where the company is selling more, operating harder, and still losing value through poor spending discipline. These leaks can »»»

Doha, Qatar: Under the patronage and organisation of the Sheikh Abdulla Bin Zaid Al Mahmoud Islamic Cultural Center, the Indonesian community celebrated the conclusion of its educational activities organised by the center for students. The event was attended by Indonesian Ambassador, H E Syahda Gur»»»

Ahmedabad, India: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi swept the end-of-season IPL awards and in doing so won an SUV -- but the 15-year-old cricket prodigy will have to wait three years to drive it. The Indian batting sensation plundered 776 runs at an average of 48.50 and a punishing strike-rate of 237.30 in 16 m»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Public Health organised an awareness campaign on the occasion of World No Tobacco Day 2026 under the slogan, “Don’t be deceived, it’s more dangerous than you think!”, as part of its ongoing efforts to raise community awareness about the risks associated with the use of »»»

Doha, Qatar: Katara Hospitality, a global hospitality asset owner and manager based in Qatar with more than five decades of industry experience, has announced the launch of its highly anticipated “Summer Your Way” campaign, offering exclusive seasonal experiences, luxury staycation packages and fam»»»

Doha, Qatar: In a festive atmosphere that captured the spirit of Eid and the warmth of family gatherings, the “hour and hour ” programme concluded the third edition of its blessed Eid Al-Adha event, “Our Warmth in Our Celebration,” with wide participation from families, children, and a number of ed»»»

A Palestinian man was shot and killed by Israeli forces on Sunday at a concrete barrier separating the occupied West Bank from Jerusalem, the Palestinian Health Ministry said. The ministry identified him as 26-year-old Imad Haroun Ishtayeh from the village of Salem, east of Nablus. It said Israeli »»»

Hamas has held Nikolay Mladenov, the senior Gaza representative at the Board of Peace, responsible for the latest Israeli escalation in Gaza, while confirming that intense talks with mediators and regional parties remain ongoing in an effort to halt the violence. Sources within Hamas in Gaza said a»»»

Audit rarely makes headlines, but when trust collapses, its absence is felt everywhere. What appears to many as a technical and routine exercise in reviewing accounts is, in reality, one of the foundations on which confidence in business and markets depends. Get updated faster and for FREE: Downloa»»»

On May 30, a citizen of the Kyrgyz Republic, O.K., 23, died as a result of a traffic accident in the city of Kuldja, Ili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region of the People’s Republic of China. The press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republi»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar National Library is inviting researchers, parents, and history enthusiasts to a diverse month of programming designed to foster inclusion, preserve cultural heritage, and inspire lifelong learning. The month opens with a focus on family well-being. The “Parenting Book Club” meets»»»

Doha, Qatar: With the participation of hundreds of people from different communities, Sheikh Abdulla Bin Zaid Al Mahmoud Islamic Cultural Center organised a variety of activities to celebrate Eid Al-Adha. The events included lectures as well as various sports programmes, reflecting the center’s com»»»

Doha, Qatar: The University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) hosted the 2026 Student Symposium on Innovation and Enterprise at its campus in Doha, under the organisation of the UDST Capstone Committee. UDST President Dr. Salem Al-Naemi said, “Symposiums such as this reflect the core of UDS»»»

DOHA: The Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC) has called on smokers to take advantage of the services it offers to help them overcome this harmful habit. These services are available through smoking cessation clinics located in several of its health centers, which provide modern facilities to as»»»

Doha, Qatar: United Development Company (UDC) recently concluded a vibrant series of seasonal activations and community experiences across its master developments at The Pearl Island and Gewan Island, further reinforcing the destinations’ positioning as integrated waterfront environments centered a»»»

Low-altitude military flights will be visible over Plovdiv between June 1 and June 5, as Bulgaria prepares a series of demonstrations linked to the HEMUS 2026 defense exhibition program. The displays will include F-16 Block 70 fighter jets, Mi-17 helicopters, and AS 532 AL “Cougar” helicopters, wit»»»

Riyadh: Saudi Arabia’s national carrier Saudia will receive 12 new aircraft throughout 2026 as the airline continues expanding its fleet to support international growth, tourism demand and network connectivity. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The airline said the new d»»»

The recent disruption caused by the conflict in the Middle East is a stark reminder that diversification sits at the heart of any resilient, long-term portfolio. The same principle applies at the macro level: diversification is critical to understanding both the value and the potential of the Gulf’»»»

A Hungarian-registered bus crash in Czechia left at least 12 people injured on Sunday after a coach with Hungarian licence plates collided with a passenger car in the country’s south. According to the report, around 30 people were travelling on the bus at the time of the collision. Eight bus passen»»»

Doha, Qatar: Primary Health Care Corporation, represented by the Preventive Health Directorate, has announced the launch of the “Ahlan for Oral Health 2026” campaign yesterday. The campaign aims to promote oral health among older adults in Qatar and ensure their integration into comprehensive healt»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Hajj Mission is set to return to the country today following the successful completion of an exceptional Hajj season that saw all Qatari pilgrims return safely after performing the pilgrimage in an atmosphere of security, comfort and comprehensive care. The mission’s return comes»»»

Dubai: Dubai’s gold prices were largely unchanged on Monday as global markets weighed intensifying Middle East tensions, rising oil prices and a stronger US dollar, all of which are shaping investor sentiment toward safe-haven assets. In Dubai, 24K gold held steady at Dh547.50 per gram, unchanged f»»»

Low-cost Unmanned Combat Attack System drones are positioned on the tarmac at a base in the U.S. Central Command operating area. CENTCOM said it conducted "self-defense strikes" targeting Iran over the weekend. File Photo Courtesy U.S. Central Command/Department of Defense/UPI June 1 (UPI) -- The U»»»

Ukraine's anti-values is a demonstration of its openly terrorist nature and the rejection of civilizational value standards, Russia’s Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova told Sputnik, commenting on a UAV strike on Genichesk, Kherson Region. "The Kiev regime deliberately promotes anti-value»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Municipality, represented by Al Khor and Al Thakhira Municipality, organised Qatar’s first-ever free-flight parrot show at Al Khor Family Park as part of the Eid Al-Adha celebrations, offering visitors a unique blend of entertainment and education. The show featured the»»»

The ROBOR index has, over the past 30 years, generally remained close to the key interest rate, fluctuating within the corridor between the central bank’s deposit and lending facilities, and its evolution must be analyzed in correlation with the macroeconomic context and market liquidity, said on T»»»

On June 1, 2020, law enforcement officers cleared protesters from Lafayette Square near the White House using tear gas and other tactics to allow President Donald Trump to walk to St. John's Episcopal Church to pose for a photo while holding a Bible. 1 of 6 | On June 1, 2020, law enforcement office»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Airways Cargo played a central role during the 2025/26 financial year in the Group’s financial and operational performance. A key enabler of global trade, Qatar Airways Group’s air cargo business maintained its position as the world’s leading air cargo carrier, combining scale wi»»»

The United States and Iran have exchanged fresh military strikes despite ongoing negotiations aimed at extending a ceasefire and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global energy corridor. The latest escalation saw US forces target Iranian military facilities, while Kuwait reported intercepting»»»

RIYADH: The Gulf Cooperation Council countries reduced annual groundwater extraction by 3 percent over the past nine years while increasing reliance on renewable water sources, according to a report issued by the GCC Statistical Center. The findings underscore the region’s growing investment in wat»»»

Doha, Qatar: For nearly two decades, Cristiano Ronaldo has built a career defined by records, trophies and unforgettable moments. Yet despite dominating club football, one achievement still eludes him - the FIFA World Cup. The Portuguese maestro is widely regarded as one of the greatest players in »»»

Doha, Qatar: As the countdown enters its final 10 days, the FIFA World Cup 2026 is moving into its final phase of preparation. Hosted across the United States, Mexico and Canada from June 11 to July 19, the tournament will break new ground as the first 48-team edition, making it the biggest World C»»»

Therapy donkeys are helping patients with mental health conditions recover in a psychiatric hospital unit outside Paris that's unique to France. The 19th century farm buildings and wooded surroundings are a haven within the Ville-Evrard hospital complex in Neuilly-sur-Marne. On Friday, patients too»»»

Doha, Qatar: The QREC-sponsored Qatar Prix du Jockey Club, one of France’s premier Classic races for three-year-olds, was held at Chantilly yesterday. Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club Chairman Hamad bin Abdulrahman Al-Attiyah presented the trophies following the Gr.1 contest, also known as the Fren»»»

Qatar’s Youssef Abdulaziz, Mohammed Abdullah, Mohammed Mousa and Samir Mousa celebrate winning the silver medal in the 4×400m relay race at the Asian Youth Championships in Hong Kong. The quartet clocked a new Qatari time of 3:05.06. In other key performances, Qatar’s Faisal Abdullah also won silve»»»

Doha, Qatar: Renowned Qatari artist and designer Ghada Al Suwaidi has captured the essence of her homeland on one of motorsport’s most visible canvases, the helmet of French Formula One driver Pierre Gasly for the Canadian Grand Prix. The collaboration, part of the ongoing Years of Culture initiati»»»

Four nurses who were being treated for Ebola caused by the Bundibugyo strain of the virus have been discharged from a hospital in Bunia in the Democratic Republic of Congo after recovering from the disease, the World Health Organization said on Sunday. More recoveries are expected, especially when »»»

Helicopters from allied and partner countries are redeploying to Krumovo for Thracian Blade 2026, the Ministry of Defence said on Monday. They will arrive at the 24th Air Base from June 1 to 3. Over three weeks, until June 19, 2026, Bulgarian and foreign crews will carry out training missions on th»»»

Sharjah: A two-year-old Pakistani boy, Mohammad Arshman, died after allegedly being thrown from a third-floor staircase window in a shocking incident involving two young girl neighbours, believed to be around 10 years old, in a residential building in Sharjah. Gulf News visited the building where t»»»

Eight crested ibises were released into the wild in a north-central Japanese town, decades after the birds went extinct in the country. Eight of the endangered birds took off from each of their wooden cages at a ceremony Sunday in Hakui city in the Noto region, where they were last seen in the wild»»»

Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi revealed that he had turned town a $200 million-bribe to cover up corruption in the Oil Ministry, adding that he was forming an anti-corruption council to tackle illicit activity. The PM made the announcement before journalists and media figures on Saturday, saying»»»

Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar condemned the storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque by Israeli extremists, and the provocative practices that accompanied it under the protection of occupation forces, considering it a flagrant violation of international law, a rejected provocation of the feelings of millions o»»»

Kyrgyzstan is advocating the introduction of mutually beneficial compensation mechanisms in the water and energy sector of Central Asia and is calling for strengthened regional cooperation amid accelerated glacier melt and shrinking water resources. This was stated by Erlist Akunbekov, Deputy Chair»»»