One town at a time: Israel, Lebanon boost coordination
After a ‘framework agreement’ was signed between Lebanon and Israel in Washington on 26 June, attention has shifted to its implementation. Sponsored by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, it aims to end hostilities between the two Middle East neighbours, secure the Israeli army’s withdrawal from sou»»»
Israeli military says killed armed militant in south Lebanon
JERUSALEM: The Israeli military said on Saturday that it killed an armed militant in the “security zone” under its control in south Lebanon. “Earlier today (Saturday), IDF soldiers identified an armed terrorist operating inside the Security Zone, in the Majdal Zoun area in southern Lebanon,” the mi»»»
Man climbs Eiffel Tower, hangs US flag on America’s big birthday
PARIS: A man climbed the Eiffel Tower on Saturday and draped the US flag on Paris’s emblematic landmark on the 250th anniversary of American independence, police said. The man was spotted in the afternoon climbing the tower between the second and third floors and hanging the Stars and Stripes. He w»»»
Philippines crowned champions as eFIBA World Finals Qatar 2026 concludes successfully
DOHA: The Qatar Olympic Committee announced the successful conclusion of the eFIBA World Finals Qatar 2026, which took place at Mall of Qatar, bringing together eight of the world's top national teams for two days of high-level esports basketball competition. According to the committee, the tournam»»»
8-year-old is the billionth person to visit California's Disneyland - UPI.com
Eight-year-old Andres Robles was named the honorary billionth guest at Disneyland in California, Walt Disney's first theme park, which opened in July 1955 and launched the American theme park industry. Photo by Disney Parks Blog July 4 (UPI) -- Seventy years after Walt Disney opened the Disneyland »»»
Burger King announces ambitious expansion in CEE
Burger King is planning major expansion in Central and Eastern Europe through Rex Concepts, its master franchisee in Poland, the Czech Republic and Romania. According to Rex Concepts CFO Małgorzata Kloka, the chain currently has fewer than 200 restaurants across the three markets, but sees long-ter»»»
Amusement parks facing increasing competition and changing expectations
Poland’s family attractions market is facing major changes as the number of children declines, competition grows and visitors expect more than simple entertainment. Tomasz Wielemborek, creator of Kosmiczne Ranczo, says the sector will develop in two directions: large parks will keep expanding, whil»»»
€159 mln for office building in Warsaw as Skanska sells Studio office
Skanska has sold the second building of its Studio office complex in Warsaw’s Wola district to Stena Real Estate AB for €159 mln. The Swedish investor, which bought the first phase in Q2 2024, now owns the entire project. The transaction will be recorded in Skanska Commercial Development Europe’s Q»»»
Salary higher by PLN 1000 in July 2026
Employees who work night shifts are entitled to a mandatory wage supplement under the Polish Labor Code. The allowance is paid for each hour worked at night and equals 20% of the hourly rate calculated from the minimum wage. In July 2026, Poland’s minimum monthly wage is PLN 4,806 gross, while the »»»
Students going to work for holidays, companies looking for helping hands
Nearly half of Polish students plan to take temporary jobs this summer, according to the latest Tikrow Temporary Work Index. Overall, 19% of Poles want to seek casual work, up 1 pp from the previous quarter, while the figure rises to 45% among students, up 11 pp. At the same time, 65% of companies »»»
CPK looking for energy infrastructure contractor
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Temperature in the workplace regulations taking effect 1 Jan 27
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Turkey annual inflation dips slightly to 32.1%
ISTANBUL — Turkey's annual inflation eased to 32.1 per cent in June from 32.6 per cent in May, though sharp increases in housing and education costs drove consumer prices higher, official data showed on Friday.Consumer prices rose 0.99 per cent month-on-month in June, slowing from 1.7 per cent in M»»»
Polish furniture industry in a bind for overdue obligations by PLN 386 mln
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ACI exports rise 9.5% to JD3.8 billion in H1 2026
AMMAN — Exports by the Amman Chamber of Industry (ACI) rose by 9.5 per cent during the first half of 2026 to JD3.801 billion, reflecting the resilience of Jordan's industrial sector despite regional challenges.According to the chamber's statistical report released on Saturday, exports increased fro»»»
India, Japan vow closer work on critical minerals
NEW DELHI — India and Japan will work more closely on critical minerals to boost "resilience" in their supply chains, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said Thursday, as the two huge Asian economies look to cut dependence on top exporter China.Both India and Japan depend on imports for many such mineral»»»
100% is compliance by companies in submitting 2025 sustainability reports
AMMAN — Chief Executive Officer of the Amman Stock Exchange (ASE) Mazen Wathaifi has announced that all listed companies required to submit annual sustainability reports for 2025 have complied with the reporting requirements.A total of 22 companies submitted their sustainability reports within the »»»
Burger King announces ambitious expansion in CEE
Burger King is planning major expansion in Central and Eastern Europe through Rex Concepts, its master franchisee in Poland, the Czech Republic and Romania. According to Rex Concepts CFO Małgorzata Kloka, the chain currently has fewer than 200 restaurants across the three markets, but sees long-ter»»»
A divided US celebrates 250th birthday as heatwave bears down on East Coast
The US is celebrating the 250th anniversary of the country's independence on Saturday under sweltering temperatures, with a massive fireworks show planned in Washington following a speech by US President Donald Trump. The 250th anniversary of American independence is colliding with a country grippe»»»
Iran holds funeral for Ali Khamenei: Attendees 'hardline factions' of society, specialist says
Hundreds of thousands of mourners gathered in Tehran on Saturday for the start of a dayslong funeral for Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Tara Kangarlou, a global affairs journalist and author of The Heartbeat of Iran, said most attendees were "more emboldened, hardline factions o»»»
Aoun urges continued US support for Lebanon following framework agreement with Israel
Beirut, July 4 (SANA) Lebanese President Joseph Aoun called on the United States on Saturday to continue supporting Lebanon, its institutions and its armed forces following the signing of a US-brokered framework agreement with Israel aimed at achieving “lasting peace,” the Lebanese presidency said.»»»
France's first detected Ebola patient recovers, leaves hospital
A doctor who was being treated for Ebola in France after having tested positive following a trip to the Democratic Republic of Congo has recovered and is out of hospital, Health Minister Stéphanie Rist said in a statement Saturday. It was the first time that French authorities had detected the dead»»»
Access Asia - Seoul soul-searching after World Cup exit
On this edition of Access Asia, we find out why anger is brewing in South Korea after the country's national team was eliminated from the World Cup. We also ask our Sports Editor why China hasn't managed to make it to football's top tier despite massive investment. Plus, Japan's prime minister»»»
Education ministry to open registration for Taamuh Programme to prepare future teachers
DOHA: The Ministry of Education and Higher Education has announced the opening of registration for the Taamuh Programme, an initiative designed to support students aspiring to join the teaching profession by providing opportunities to pursue higher education in designated educational specialisation»»»
Tour de France kicks off in Barcelona
The annual men's cycling race, Tour de France, kicked off on Saturday in Barcelona amid a festive atmosphere.»»»
Israeli bombardment of the vicinity of Abu Sharikh roundabout, west of Jabalia camp in the Gaza Strip leaves one martyr and several injuries: reports - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli bombardment of the vicinity of Abu Sharikh roundabout, west of Jabalia camp in the Gaza Strip leaves one martyr and several injurie»»»
Albanian PM Defends Zvërnec Resort Project, Says Environmental Rules Will Be Respected
Prime Minister Edi Rama has defended plans for a proposed multibillion-euro tourism resort near the protected Zvërnec Lagoon, rejecting accusations that his government weakened environmental protections to facilitate the investment. In an interview with German broadcaster ZDF, Rama said the land in»»»
Mexican Secretary of Foreign Affairs meets Qatari Ambassador
Mexico City: Secretary of Foreign Affairs of the United Mexican States HE Roberto Velasco met with Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Mexico HE Mohammed bin Sultan Al Kuwari. During the meeting, they discussed bilateral cooperation between the two countries.»»»
Death toll of Venezuela's earthquakes rises to 2,954
Caracas: The death toll from the twin devastating earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24 has risen to 2,954, with more than 16,000 people injured, according to the latest official figures. Local sources said thousands of people remain missing following the twin earthquakes, which measured mor»»»
Erdogan says Israel must not scupper peace deal
ANKARA: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Saturday that Middle East peace efforts could not succeed without regional backing and that Israel must not be allowed to “dynamite” the US-Iran peace deal. Speaking alongside Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Istanbul, Erdogan said:»»»
Saudi diplomacy is key to ending Sudan war, EU special representative for the Horn of Africa tells Arab News
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has become a key diplomatic actor in efforts to end Sudan’s civil war, with the Kingdom uniquely positioned to translate years of stalled negotiations into a ceasefire and political transition, according to the EU’s envoy for the Horn of Africa. “I think it’s key. I think it’s »»»
Mexican foreign minister meets ambassador of Qatar
MEXICO CITY: Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Mexican States HE Roberto Velasco met with Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Mexico HE Mohammed bin Sultan Al Kuwari. During the meeting, they reviewed bilateral relations.»»»
Saudi foreign ministry official receives UAE Consul General in Jeddah
JEDDAH: Fareed bin Saad Al-Shehri, director-general of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs branch in Makkah, recently received the newly appointed consul general of the UAE, Sultan Al-Mansoori, who presented his credentials in Jeddah. During the reception, Al-Mansoori expressed his appreciation for the»»»
Morocco break Canadian hearts to reach World Cup quarters
Houston: Canada became the first of the co-hosts to exit the World Cup as a clinical Morocco won 3-0 to reach the quarter-finals on Saturday in Houston. The 2022 semi-finalists Morocco will face title favourites France or Paraguay as the business end of the tournament in North America approaches. A»»»
Saudi foreign ministry official receives UAE Consul General in Jeddah
JEDDAH: Fareed bin Saad Al-Shehri, director-general of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs branch in Makkah, recently received the newly appointed consul general of the UAE, Sultan Al-Mansoori, who presented his credentials in Jeddah. During the reception, Al-Mansoori expressed his appreciation for the»»»
Al-Ahli part ways with Mahrez
RIYADH: Saudi Pro League club Al-Ahli announced on Saturday that Algeria international Riyad Mahrez had left the club after three seasons. “Thank you, Riyad Mahrez. Three unforgettable years... You will remain forever in the memory of Al-Ahli supporters,” the club said on X. Winger Mahrez made 122»»»
What We Are Reading Today: ‘The Kamogawa Food Detectives’
I picked up “The Kamogawa Food Detectives” by Hisashi Kashiwai late one night, not realizing it would set off an intense craving for minced meat manto with chili garlic sauce at 1 a.m. in the morning. The Japanese novel, translated by Jesse Kirkwood, unfolds as a series of interconnected stories fu»»»
Palestinian leadership demands international protection amid West Bank settler assaults
RAMALLAH: Organized terrorism carried out by settler gangs against Palestinian settlements in Jenin, Nablus, Jerusalem, and Hebron in the West Bank is a dangerous escalation of violence, according to the Palestinian leadership. Presidential spokesperson Nabil Abu Rudeineh said the attacks had inclu»»»
Syria inspects Hiroshima’s experiment in reconstruction and post-disaster planning
TOKYO: A Syrian delegation was briefed on Hiroshima’s experiment in reconstruction and recovery, following the destruction caused by the atomic bombing in 1945. The visit comes as part of efforts to strengthen cooperation and benefit from Japan’s expertise in reconstruction and urban planning. Assi»»»
Zionist enemy carried out a bombing in Bint Jbeil town, South Lebanon: Al-Manar reporter - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Eating champion Joey Chestnut defends title but blames heat for lower hot-dog tally
NEW YORK: Champion eater Joey Chestnut successfully defended his title on Saturday despite consuming fewer hot dogs than a year earlier. Battling not only other competitors but also extreme heat at the annual Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest in New York City’s Coney Island, Chestnut scored h»»»
Morocco beat co-hosts Canada to reach quarter-finals of World Cup
HOUSTON: Morocco produced a patient and professional performance to sweep past World Cup co-hosts Canada 3-0 in their round-of-16 clash on Saturday. A second-half brace from Azzedine Ounahi and a late Soufiane Rahimi strike on the break saw the Atlas Lions overpower their opponents, who offered lit»»»
Erdogan condemns Israeli attacks on Syria and Lebanon
Ankara, July 4 (SANA) Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Saturday renewed his condemnation of Israeli attacks on Syria and Lebanon, warning against attempts to drag the region into a broader war. Speaking at a joint press conference in Istanbul with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, E»»»
Vingegaard takes yellow jersey as Tour de France begins with team time trial
BARCELONA: Jonas Vingegaard took an early lead in his quest for a third Tour de France title as the Visma-Lease a Bike rider recorded the fastest time in stage one — a 19.6-km team time trial in Barcelona — with a finish in 21 minutes and 47 seconds on Saturday. Italian Filippo Ganna »»»
Mass protests in Germany fail to stop far-right congress
ERFURT: Tens of thousands of demonstrators flooded a German city on Saturday, blocking major roads and disrupting public transport, but failed to halt a congress of the far-right AfD party. Many Alternative for Germany — AfD — delegates arrived at the conference center in Erfurt in the early hours,»»»
Doku needs more support if he is to perform for Belgium, says teammate
SEATLE, USA: Belgium winger Jeremy Doku deserves more support at the World Cup if he is going to prove decisive for his country, teammate Dodi Lukebakio said on Saturday. Doku had been touted as a potential talisman for Belgium before the tournament but has been largely ineffective despite their p»»»
Minister of State at Ministry of Foreign Affairs holds phone call with Benin Foreign Minister
Doha: Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi held a telephone conversation on Saturday with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Benin HE Corinne Amori Brunet. During the call, HE the Minister of State at the Ministry of Fo»»»
Trump pardons 9 for Clean Air violations for 'fixing their car' - UPI.com
President Donald Trump speaks after signing an executive order on vehicle repairs in the Oval Office on June 29. Photo by Samuel Corum/UPI | License Photo July 4 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump pardoned 11 people, including nine Clean Air Act violators, claiming they were just "fixing their car." T»»»
What We Are Reading Today: Data-Driven Hollywood
Author: Violaine Roussel In Hollywood today, thousands of data specialists work for streaming video platforms, playing a role not just in distribution and marketing but also in decisions about content and production. In “Data-Driven Hollywood,” Violaine Roussel examines the emergence of this new ca»»»
PM Magyar, FM Orbán and other ministers celebrate US Independence Day at Budapest embassy reception
Several members of the Hungarian government, led by Prime Minister Péter Magyar, attended the United States Embassy’s Independence Day reception in Budapest this week, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. The event brought together Hungarian politicians, diplomats»»»