MOHRE opens private tutoring work permits to four categories
The UAE has outlined eligibility criteria for private tutoring work permits, allowing students, teachers and employees from both the public and private sectors to legally provide private lessons after obtaining approval from the authorities. The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE)»»»
Kuwait arrests four fugitives convicted in $180 million public funds misappropriation case
Kuwait's Interior Ministry has arrested four people convicted in cases involving the misappropriation of public funds and causing serious damage to state finances, with losses estimated at about $180 million. The ministry said the suspects, including three men and one woman, were apprehended by the»»»
Egypt’s TMG launches global Sylvester Stallone campaign for EGP 1.6 trillion SouthMed project (video)
Egypt’s Talaat Moustafa Group Holding (TMG) has launched a global promotional campaign fronted by Hollywood actor Sylvester Stallone for its SouthMed tourism project, a development with investments nearing EGP 1 trillion and anticipated sales of EGP 1.6 trillion (approximately $35bn). The campaign »»»
Syria to launch direct Damascus–Amsterdam flights starting in July
Damascus, June 21 (SANA) The head of Syria’s General Authority of Civil Aviation and Air Transport, Omar Hosari, announced on Sunday that final steps are being completed with authorities in the Netherlands to launch direct flights between Damascus and Amsterdam. Hosari said in a post on the X platf»»»
Saudi Arabia, UAE top destinations for Pakistani job seekers despite conflict
ISLAMABAD: Pakistani workers continued to head to Gulf countries for jobs despite the conflict that engulfed parts of the Middle East earlier this year, according to official migration data. Figures released by the Bureau of Emigration and Overseas Employment showed that more than 300,000 Pakistani»»»
Global investors gather in Riyadh as Saudi tourism boom gathers pace
RIYADH: The Future Hospitality Summit will open in Riyadh on Monday under the theme “Where Opportunity Meets Capital,” bringing together more than 150 speakers and industry leaders to discuss hospitality and tourism investment opportunities across the region. Held against the backdrop of Saudi Arab»»»
Egypt uncovers two rare dynastic tombs in Minya, shedding light on ancient funerary architecture
Egypt has uncovered two rare tombs dating back to the Early Dynastic Period in Minya province, a discovery that archaeologists say could provide new insights into the evolution of ancient Egyptian funerary architecture and burial practices. The Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities said a mission fro»»»
Saudi Arabia arrests 15,288 illegal residents, deports 10,458 in week-long sweep
Saudi Arabia arrested 15,288 people for violations of residency, labour and border security regulations during nationwide inspection campaigns carried out over the past week, the Interior Ministry said. The arrests were made during joint operations conducted with relevant government agencies betwee»»»
Saudi Arabia makes occupational fitness screening mandatory for workers
Saudi Arabia has introduced mandatory occupational fitness and non-communicable disease screenings for all workers and employees through a phased rollout covering the public, private and non-profit sectors, according to new guidelines issued by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development»»»
France presses ahead with music festivals despite extreme heat
PARIS: France on Sunday prepared to host its annual street music festival in boiling heat, with a third of the country placed on red alert and alcohol consumption banned. Every year on June 21, musicians take over France, filling bars, street corners and rooftops as revellers celebrate midsummer la»»»
Awqaf ministry marks graduation of 2025-2026 scholarship cohort in high-profile ceremony
The Ministry of Endowments (Awqaf) and Islamic Affairs held its annual scholarship graduation ceremony for the 2025-2026 academic year. Patronised by Minister of Endowments and Islamic Affairs HE Ghanem bin Shaheen bin Ghanem Al Ghanem, the event underscored the Ministry's commitment to advancing e»»»
Qatari diplomacy played pivotal role in finalizing US-Iran MoU: Envoy
Burgenstock Resort Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the Swiss Confederation HE Mohamed bin Jaham Al Kuwari has affirmed that Qatari diplomacy played a pivotal role in supporting the efforts that led to the signing of the memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the United States of America and »»»
Doku out of Belgium's World Cup match against Iran with illness
Los Angeles, United States: Winger Jeremy Doku has been ruled out of Belgium's second World Cup group match against Iran at SoFi Stadium due to illness, the Belgian team announced on Saturday. Rudi Garcia's side face Iran on Sunday looking to build on an opening 1-1 draw with Egypt, but will do so »»»
Non-oil sectors power 10.6% rise in Saudi operating revenue index
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Operating Revenue Index rose 10.6 percent in April from a year earlier, driven by broad-based growth across key economic activities, official data showed. According to the latest report released by the General Authority for Statistics, manufacturing activities grew 10.3 perce»»»
Strait of Hormuz Remains Closed – Reports
TEHRAN (Sputnik) - The Strait of Hormuz remains closed after Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy suspended the issuance of passage permits to vessels until further notice, the Fars news agency reported on Sunday, citing a source in the Iranian armed forces. Technical-level negotiat»»»
QCB enables cash withdrawal using HIMYAN tokenisation
The Qatar Central Bank (QCB) announced the enablement of cash withdrawal services using the tokenization feature of the national card “HIMYAN” via “Apple Pay” on ATMs in the State of Qatar, in line with the Third Financial Sector Strategy, and as part of Qatar Central Bank’s efforts to advance digi»»»
Three days of rain forecast in UAE from Tuesday
The UAE is expected to see rainfall from Tuesday through Thursday, accompanied by fog, mist and a drop in temperatures later in the week, the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) said. The forecaster said convective clouds are expected to develop from Tuesday afternoon, bringing showers to parts of»»»
Iran says Lebanon conflict 'main topic' in US talks
Iran said on Sunday that the ongoing conflict in Lebanon between Israel and Hezbollah will top the agenda in talks with the United States in Switzerland, as well as issues such as frozen Iranian funds and the sale of the country's oil. "The Zionist regime continues to violate its commitment in Leba»»»
Green broker training programme debuts in UAE
Dubai: As sustainability becomes an increasingly important factor in property buying and investment decisions, a new training programme launched in the UAE is seeking to equip real estate brokers with the knowledge needed to navigate the growing green economy. Kotook Tech Ltd., in collaboration wit»»»
FIFA draws criticism as Infantino clocks up air miles at World Cup
LAUSANNE: FIFA president Gianni Infantino has been a busy man at this World Cup but his unquenchable thirst to pack in as many matches as possible is causing unrest among environmentalists who are questioning his indifference to climate change. Mexico City, Guadalajara, Los Angeles, San Francisco, »»»
Iran says Lebanon conflict ‘main topic’ in US talks
TEHRAN: Iran said on Sunday that the ongoing conflict in Lebanon between Israel and militant group Hezbollah will top the agenda in talks with the United States in Switzerland, as well as issues such as frozen Iranian funds and the sale of the country’s oil. “The Zionist regime continues to violate»»»
Shargeeya reps Saudi culture with World Cup fan event, Adidas campaign
DUBAI: Saudi singer Shargeeya is bringing the Kingdom’s culture to the global football stage this summer, combining a high-profile performance at a FIFA fan event in Atlanta with a starring role in Adidas’ latest campaign for the Saudi national team’s kit. The rising artist, whose real name is Sara»»»
Implementation gap biggest obstacle to development, says IsDB chairman
JEDDAH: The biggest obstacle facing many Islamic Development Bank member countries is not access to capital but weak implementation capacity that prevents development plans from becoming bankable projects, IsDB Group Chairman Mohammed Al-Jasser said. Speaking to Arab News after securing a new five-»»»
Weather clear to slightly cloudy
Tunis, June 21 (TAP)- The weather on Sunday is clear to slightly cloudy. The wind is blowing south in the north and the midland and east in the south, relatively strong in the region of Serrat and the south with local sandstoms and light to moderate...»»»
Putin Congratulates Russian Medical Workers on Their Professional Holiday
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated Russian medical workers on their professional holiday. "Friends, I sincerely congratulate the large community of Russian healthcare workers on their professional holiday. All those who work in hospitals, clinics and polyclinics, ambu»»»
Watch: Dubai Police join Indian expats to celebrate International Yoga Day in UAE
Dubai/Abu Dhabi: When the Dubai Police Band struck up its performance at the Dubai Police Officers' Club early on Sunday morning, it set the tone for what turned out to be one of the most spirited International Yoga Day celebrations the UAE community has seen. More than 2,500 people rolled out thei»»»
US-Iran Talks Set to Begin on Sunday Morning - Swiss Foreign Ministry
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Talks between US and Iranian delegations on the implementation of the memorandum of understanding are due to begin on Sunday morning, the Swiss foreign ministry said. "Talks between the parties are set to begin during the course of the morning," the ministry said in a live update»»»
World's First Trillionaire Musk Calls on US Government to Distribute Federal Funds
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - US entrepreneur and the world’s first trillionaire, Elon Musk, has called on the US government to distribute money directly to citizens from the Treasury. "Better just to send money directly to the people from the Treasury. So long as the increase in goods & services exceeds the »»»
Africa, Asia Increase Food Imports From Russia Amid Looming El Nino Concerns
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Countries across Asia, Africa and the Middle East are increasing imports of Russian food products amid uncertainty surrounding the Strait of Hormuz and concerns over the approaching El Nino climate phenomenon, Russia’s state-owned Rosselkhozbank (RSHB) told Sputnik on Sunday. El »»»
Red-light jumping kills 4 in Dubai, police urge caution
Dubai: Dubai Police have issued a fresh warning to motorists after running red lights caused 41 traffic accidents across the emirate since the beginning of the year, leaving four people dead and 55 others injured. Brigadier Jumaa Salem Bin Suwaidan, Director of the General Department of Traffic at »»»
Sharjah rolls out 50% licence fee cuts and deferrals for firms
Dubai: Sharjah has started implementing a three-month package of business support measures, including fee discounts, exemptions and payment deferrals, in a move aimed at helping companies manage costs and maintain operations. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The Sharjah»»»
Israeli army says soldier killed in south Lebanon fighting
The Israeli military said that one of its soldiers was killed in fighting in southern Lebanon on Saturday, marking the fifth such fatality since a U.S.-Iran deal was reached to end the Middle East war. Staff Sergeant Nir Ben Ari "fell in combat" in southern Lebanon, the military said, a day after f»»»
Hundreds of foreign troops to cross Hungary under newly approved military operation
The Hungarian government has authorised military troop movements across the country as part of an international Black Sea mine-clearing mission, according to a government decree published in the latest issue of the Hungarian Gazette. The decision allows up to 500 military personnel at a time to tra»»»
Can small nations survive in a world of civilizational giants?
Alongside the ongoing debate among scholars and expert circles regarding the most accurate terminology for the emerging global order – multipolar, polycentric, or multi-nodal – the concept of the “civilizational state” has naturally gained prominence. I first encountered this framework in the work »»»
America’s unfinished race war: From black power to George Floyd’s legacy
Recently George Floyd’s brother showed off his new diamond encrusted gold medallion with George’s face on it worth about $45,000. He claimed that it immortalized Floyd’s legacy. Many commenters were doubtful if that was the best way to express feelings and asked whether the medallion had been paid »»»
Why are Albanians protesting a Trump family-linked resort? Inside the ‘Flamingo Revolution’
Albania is preparing for the biggest anti-government protest in weeks on Saturday night, with tens of thousands from all over country, as well as diaspora representatives from abroad, arriving in the capital Tirana, according to local media reports. The Balkan country has seen three weeks of demons»»»
Australian government extends cut to fuel sales tax
Canberra, Australia: The Australian government on Sunday announced it will extend a cut to the tax on fuel sales for another month at a lower rate. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Sunday that the fuel excise cut will be rolled back from a discount of 32 cents (about 0.22 U.S. dollars) a lit»»»
Ebola cases rise to 956, with 247 deaths: DR Congo
Kinshasa, DR Congo: The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) announced that the number of confirmed Ebola cases has risen to 956, including 247 deaths, as the outbreak continues and the country's health sector faces increasing pressure. The Ministry of Health of the DRC stated in a press release »»»
DEWA International launched to develop power and water projects worldwide
Dubai: Dubai Electricity and Water Authority has launched DEWA International, a wholly owned independent subsidiary that will develop conventional and clean energy projects worldwide, marking a new phase in Dubai’s push to export its power and water infrastructure model to global markets. Sign up f»»»
Lebanon central bank condemns Israeli strike on branch in south
Lebanon's central bank on Saturday condemned a "direct and deliberate" Israeli attack on one of its branches in the southern city of Nabatieh, where Israel had intensified its strikes despite a ceasefire. "Israeli forces directly targeted a branch of the Bank of Lebanon in Nabatieh," the bank said »»»
Delegations Arrive in Switzerland as Emergency Session on Lebanon Added to Talks Schedule - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Delegations Arrive in Switzerland as Emergency Session on Lebanon Added to Talks Schedule 21-06-2026 11:43 AM The Burgenstock luxury hotel »»»
Shura Council participates in Marrakesh Economic Parliamentary Forum
Marrakesh: The Shura Council participated in the work of the fourth session of the Marrakesh Economic Parliamentary Forum for the Euro-Mediterranean and Gulf Regions, which was held in Marrakesh in the Kingdom of Morocco, with the participation of parliamentarians, officials and experts from variou»»»
Sheikh Hamdan pays heartfelt Father’s Day tribute to Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid
Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, paid tribute to his father, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE an»»»
Cautious calm engulfs south Lebanon as ceasefire appears to hold
Cautious calm has been engulfing south Lebanon since Saturday, after Israel's political leadership ordered its army to cease its operations, reportedly following intense U.S. pressure to do so. An Israeli army official said Saturday that the military had received orders from the political leadershi»»»
Bezzecchi out of Czech MotoGP after slapping steward
Brno, Czech Republic: MotoGP championship leader Marco Bezzecchi was banned from Sunday's Czech GP after slapping a track steward in the face following a crash in Saturday's sprint, MotoGP said on Sunday. The 27-year-old Italian Aprilia Racing rider crashed out of the sprint with two laps to go. TV»»»
New Zealand match offers historic chance for Egyptian football, former captains say
CAIRO: Egypt’s upcoming World Cup 2026 match against New Zealand presents a golden opportunity to make history, according to former team captains. The two sides are scheduled to meet on Monday in Vancouver, Canada in Group G with Egypt on one point after their draw against Uruguay, and New Zealand »»»
Pope Leo XIV exalts first American saint Cabrini as a model for Christians for her care of migrants
SANT’ANGELO LODIGIANO: Pope Leo XIV on Saturday exalted the first American saint, Mother Frances Cabrini, as a model for Christians today to care for migrants in need, as he visited her birthplace during a day trip to northern Italy. Leo, who has clashed with the Trump administration over its migra»»»
Vance says 'things getting better' in Lebanon
U.S. Vice President JD Vance has said that Lebanon is one of "two big things" that will be discussed in the negotiations with Iran, as he departed from Washington for Switzerland. “I can only be there for a day or two. I think we’re going to hopefully make progress on the nuclear issue, make progre»»»
Britain's King Charles to reveal personal tax bill: reports
London, United Kingdom: King Charles III will reveal his personal tax bill in a bid to improve transparency, Buckingham Palace told UK media on Saturday, as royal finances come under increasing public scrutiny. Charles will become the first monarch to share his personal tax information, a Buckingha»»»
Mass Ashura Rallies Across Iran Reaffirm Support for Lebanon
Massive Ashura gatherings swept across the Iranian capital and multiple provinces, where tens of thousands of mourners filled squares and mosques in solemn commemoration. projecting a clear political message of solidarity with Lebanon amid ongoing Israeli escalation. Hezbollah flags were visibly ra»»»