Euphrates Flood Deprives East Syria Farmers from Crops
Farmer Issa al-Moussa walks among his damaged wheat crop in eastern Syria after the nearby Euphrates River flooded in recent days due to heavy rainfall and increased flows from Türkiye. Syrian authorities have said the country was experiencing an "exceptional" rise in water levels along the Euphrat»»»
Kyrgyzstan and Austria to provide pension coverage for each other’s citizens - | 24.KG
The Committee on Labor, Healthcare, Women’s Affairs and Social Issues of the Zhogorku Kenesh has approved an agreement between Kyrgyzstan and Austria on social security for citizens of both countries, as well as a draft implementation plan. The decision to develop the document was made during Presi»»»
CBSE issues update as re-evaluation portal goes live: Will Class 12 results change? key details explained
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has activated its Class 12 portal for verification of issues in scanned answer books and re-evaluation of answers. The facility became operational on June 2, 2026. Who can applyThe facility is available only to students who have already accessed scann»»»
Saudi Arabia welcomes first Onager birth in over 100 Years, marking major conservation milestone
Saudi Arabia has witnessed the first birth of an onager, one of the world's rarest wild equids, on its soil in more than 100 years, marking a milestone in efforts to restore species that disappeared from the Arabian Peninsula. The Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve said a male onager (Equus h»»»
Kyrgyzstan's judokas take 2nd place overall at Asian Cup in Tashkent - | 24.KG
The Tashkent Asian Cadet & Junior Cup 2026, dedicated to the memory of renowned Uzbek athlete Uchkun Murodov, concluded in Tashkent. The Judo Federation announced. After all the days of competition, the Kyrgyzstan’s team won six medals: two among the cadets (under 18) and four among the juniors (un»»»
Tear gas fired as at least 20 arrested at New Jersey immigrant detention center
At least 20 protesters have been arrested outside an immigrant detention center in Newark, New Jersey, after they violated a newly imposed curfew, the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has said. The arrests took place on Sunday night at the Delaney Hall facility, following days of escalating»»»
Japanese sakura trees to be restored in Tamga village - | 24.KG
A unique project aimed at restoring the famous sakura trees, which serve as a living historical monument and a symbol of cultural ties between Kyrgyzstan and Japan, is being launched in the village of Tamga in Issyk-Kul region, organizers said. Recent research conducted by Japanese specialist Akihi»»»
Trump administration unveils Medicaid work requirement - UPI.com
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Administrator Mehmet Oz on Monday announced a new work requirement rule for Medicaid eligibility. File Photo by Jim Lo Scalzo/UPI | License Photo June 1 (UPI) -- The Trump administration unveiled a new rule Monday adding work requirements to Medicaid eligi»»»
Kyrgyz film "Ereze" to be screened at Shanghai International Film Festival - | 24.KG
Kyrgyz director Nargiza Dotieva’s feature-length debut film Ereze has been selected for the «New Asian Talents» competition program at the 28th Shanghai International Film Festival. The film’s world premiere will take place at one of Asia’s largest film forums, which will be held from June 12 to 21»»»
Israeli military targeting first responders in southern Lebanon – RT correspondent (VIDEO)
The Israeli military is targeting rescue workers in and around the city of Nabatieh as it expands its offensive into southern Lebanon, RT correspondent Ali Rida Sbeity reported from the ground on Monday. The reporter traveled through the city, accompanying first responders as they searched for surv»»»
Israel military says intercepted projectiles from Lebanon
Jerusalem: The Israeli military said early Tuesday air defenses intercepted two projectiles from Lebanon, hours after US President Donald Trump announced that fighting would end.“Following the sirens that sounded at 01:35 (2235 GMT) in several areas in northern Israel, the IAF intercepted two proje»»»
Market Analysis: EGX Ends the Week on a Downtrend
In a week marked by bearish sentiment, Egypt’s stock exchange (EGX) concluded trading on a negative note. The benchmark EGX30 index experienced a decline of 1.67%, closing at 31,332.73 points, raising concerns among market participants about potential headwinds in the broader economy. The EGX33, a »»»
Uber… A threat or privilege?
By Khaled Al-Amin Photo Credit: Ahmed Saber Lately, the name Uber has been widely circulated among the Egyptian community, what it is? how did it succeed in grabbing so much attention from different social classes here in Egypt? We will examine the case from all its angels, to present the fairest v»»»
Dubai’s Edgnex Partners with Europe’s PPC to Launch Major Data Center in Greece
In a significant move to capitalize on the burgeoning cloud computing market, Dubai-based Edgnex Data Centers, led by billionaire Hussain Sajwani, has announced a joint venture with European utility giant PPC Group. The partnership aims to establish a state-of-the-art data center in Spata, Greece, »»»
Kyrgyzstan and Russia dismantle international drug trafficking channel - | 24.KG
Law enforcement agencies of Kyrgyzstan and Russia have disrupted the activities of a transnational group involved in supplying large batches of synthetic drugs from Russia to Kyrgyzstan, the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs reported. The special operation was carried out by officer»»»
CBSE Class 12 verification and re-evaluation portal goes live after delay
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced that its Class 12 verification and re-evaluation portal is now live, ending uncertainty caused by earlier technical glitches and cybersecurity concerns. In an update on X, CBSE Headquarters confirmed the portal’s activation and advised s»»»
US says Israel and Hezbollah agree to dial back fighting as tensions escalate
Tensions between Israel and Hezbollah intensified on Monday, after US President Donald Trump said the two sides had agreed to dial back fighting following talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and indirect communication with Hezbollah. US President Donald Trump said Monday that Israe»»»
A propos - 'Healthy consensus in Israel' on pursuing Lebanon campaign, expert says
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Monday he told US President Donald Trump that his country would strike Beirut if Hezbollah doesn't stop attacking Israel. Earlier, Trump had said that Israel and Hezbollah had agreed to dial back fighting. Speaking with FRANCE 24's Sharon Gaffney, B»»»
PM Frederiksen secures third term with new Danish coalition government
Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen announced on Monday that she has formed a new left-leaning minority coalition after months of negotiations following inconclusive elections in March. The agreement secures her third term in office, bringing together four parties that hold a slim parliament»»»
Bulgaria the latest addition to the EU’s Excessive Deficit Club
Bulgaria has barely had time to celebrate joining the eurozone monetary union at the start of this year before the European Commission is set to turn around and throw it into the rapidly growing financial delinquents club. Bulgaria is about to breach the 3% of GDP. budget deficit threshold that wil»»»
Bulgaria the latest addition to the EU’s Excessive Deficit Club
Bulgaria has barely had time to celebrate joining the eurozone monetary union at the start of this year before the European Commission is set to turn around and throw it into the rapidly growing financial delinquents club. Bulgaria is about to breach the 3% of GDP. budget deficit threshold that wil»»»
6.1-magnitude earthquake strikes off Italy’s Calabria coast
ROME: A 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Italy’s Calabria region early on Tuesday and was felt as far away as Naples. The epicentre was located in the Tyrrhenian Sea off the city of Cosenza, about 240 kilometres southeast of Naples. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf»»»
Is anger at Iran beginning to spread among Lebanon’s Shiites? – Ya Libnan
Share: Photo- A woman carries the body of six-month-old Mariam Fahs during her funeral after she was killed in an Israeli strike on the town of Saksakiyeh (AP) Growing frustration is emerging within Lebanon’s Shiite community, extending beyond the traditional political discourse of Hezbollah and th»»»
British oil investments to make Egypt new energy superpower, says UK envoy
British Ambassador to Egypt John Casson said petroleum giant British Petroleum (BP) is investing $13 billion over five years to make Egypt the new energy superpower, through investments worth more than Cairo’s three-year $12 billion loan deal with the IMF. In a press release, the UK Embassy in Cair»»»
Seven people, including gunman, killed in Iowa domestic dispute - UPI.com
June 1 (UPI) -- At least seven people, including the suspected shooter, are dead Monday following a series of shootings in an Iowa city that authorities said stemmed from a domestic dispute. The suspect was identified as Ryan Willis McFarland, 52, of Muscatine, located along the eastern Iowa border»»»
121 ships redirected, 5 disabled as US rachets up blockade of Iran ports
The US naval blockade continues to choke Iran, with 121 ships redirected and five "disabled" so far as of June 1, according to the Central Command (CentCom), which oversees US military operations in the Gulf and Middle East. The move ensures "compliance" to the US naval blockade of Iranian ports, i»»»
UAE petrol prices are lesser than rest of the world despite June increase
Dubai: UAE motorists are paying more at the pump for a fourth straight month, with petrol prices rising by nearly 8% in June. Yet despite the increase, local fuel costs remain below many major international markets as global oil prices cool from recent highs. New June fuel prices are: Super 98, Spe»»»
Would you make this mistake? Sharjah Police say thieves are watching
Sharjah: Sharjah Police have released an awareness video urging motorists not to leave their vehicles unlocked or unattended with keys inside, warning that even a brief lapse in judgment can create an opportunity for theft. The video is part of the force’s new campaign, “The Safety of Your Belongin»»»
UAE weather forecast: Dusty conditions and cooler temperatures expected through this week
The UAE is expected to experience dusty conditions, fresh to strong winds and rough seas in the Arabian Gulf over the coming days, while temperatures gradually decline towards the weekend, the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) said on Tuesday. The NCM said the country is being affected by an ext»»»
70,000 Calls in days: How Sharjah Police kept Eid safe
Sharjah: Sharjah Police successfully implemented its security and traffic plan during the Eid Al Adha holiday, handling more than 70,000 calls and ensuring smooth traffic flow and public safety across the emirate. The force received 61,509 emergency calls through the 999 hotline and 8,432 calls thr»»»
Saudi Arabia’s SAMA orders 5-day advance notice for investment rounds by non-bank finance firms
Saudi Arabia's Central Bank (SAMA) has instructed financing companies and other licensed non-bank financial institutions to notify the central bank at least five working days before launching any investment round, as part of efforts to strengthen regulatory oversight of fundraising activities. The »»»
Missile explosions heard in Kyiv: AFP journalists
Multiple explosions were heard on Tuesday as missiles rocked the Ukrainian capital Kyiv, AFP journalists and officials said, with authorities urging residents to seek shelter. Residents rushed to shelters clutching bags and blankets, AFP journalists observed, as a large plume of smoke emanated from»»»
After Hormuz, are Iran and its allies eyeing Bab Al Mandab?
Dubai: As negotiations between Iran and the United States falter and fighting in Lebanon escalates, attention is turning to another strategic waterway that could become the next flashpoint in the Middle East conflict: the Bab Al Mandab Strait. According to a report by CNN, Iranian media reported on»»»
Euphrates flood deprives east Syria farmers from crops
Farmer Issa al-Moussa walks among his damaged wheat crop in eastern Syria after the nearby Euphrates River flooded in recent days due to heavy rainfall and increased flows from Turkey. Syrian authorities have said the country was experiencing an "exceptional" rise in water levels along the Euphrate»»»
Meteor 'as heavy as an elephant' causes widespread speculation across New England
When the double boom rang out in New England over the weekend, shaking homes and sending pets fleeing, questions started flooding social media. “Did anyone else hear that boom?” “Anyone feel that?” NASA let people know over the weekend that the cause of the commotion was a meteor, but on Monday the»»»
Pro-Trump lawyer, leftist senator launch Colombia runoff campaigns
BOGOTÁ: The hard-right Donald Trump fan and leftist senator vying to become president of Colombia traded insults on Monday as they threw themselves into campaigning for the June 21 election runoff. Right-wing lawyer Abelardo de la Espriella was the surprise winner of the first round of the presiden»»»
A US soldier and a British soldier die during training in Iraq
WASHINGTON: One American soldier and one British soldier died during a training exercise in Iraq, US and UK officials said Monday without releasing further details. The deaths occurred Sunday at an air base in Irbil in the semi-autonomous Kurdish region of northern Iraq, where the US has retained a»»»
Ukraine’s Kyiv under heavy Russian attack, apartment building on fire, mayor says
KYIV: A major Russian attack targeted Kyiv early on Tuesday, with at least four people injured and an apartment building in the Ukrainian capital heavily damaged, according to witnesses and officials. Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko said a suspected missile strike on a 24-story apartment building cau»»»
Carney promises to combat antisemitism in Canada, citing surge in hate crimes
TORONTO: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on Monday a new federal advisory council to combat antisemitism, warning that a surge in hate crimes means the country is failing to protect Jewish Canadians. Speaking at a Toronto synagogue, Carney said antisemitism in Canada “has surged to »»»
From minerals to corridors: Why Africa matters to China, the Gulf and the West
Minerals, trade routes and demographics are pushing the African continent to the centre of the global economy, and countries that recognised this wealth early on and invested in it are now benefiting from the strategic advantage of that foresight. Africa, a region that was once seen as the fragile »»»
A quiet revolution inside Lebanon’s Shiite community: Lebanon is starting to matter more than Iran – Ya Libnan
Share: Illustration- After decades of carrying the burdens of others, many Lebanese Shiites are beginning to carry only one flag: Lebanon’s. Lebanon first. That is the revolution After bearing the greatest burden of war, many Lebanese Shiites are embracing a simple truth: Lebanon’s future matters m»»»
Ukrainian drone strike kills one in Russia's Kursk: Governor
A Ukrainian drone strike killed one person in Russia's Kursk region near the Ukrainian border on Monday, the regional governor said. "Today in the village of Shchekino, Rylsky district, an enemy drone attacked a civilian vehicle," Kursk region governor Alexander Khinshtein said on Telegram. "To our»»»
Egypt announces Expert Panels to Steer Private Sector Collaboration
In a decisive step towards rejuvenating Egypt’s economic landscape, Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly has introduced the formation of six specialized advisory committees. These committees are designed to bolster communication between the government and the private sector, facilitating a continuou»»»
Arab Parliament condemns Iranian attacks on Kuwait
CAIRO: Mohammed Ahmed Al Yamahi, Speaker of the Arab Parliament, condemned the blatant Iranian attacks targeting the State of Kuwait. He stressed that these attacks constitute a flagrant violation of international law and the Charter of the United Nations, and represent a dangerous escalation that »»»
Egypt strongly condemns Iran's repeated attacks on Kuwait
CAIRO: Egypt has strongly condemned Iran's heinous and repeated attacks on Kuwait, saying they constitute a flagrant violation of the Gulf state's sovereignty and territorial integrity and pose a serious threat to security and stability in the Gulf region. According to statement released by the Min»»»
Iran's Ghalibaf warns of action against Israel over Lebanon attacks
Iran's parliamentary speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf threatened to halt negotiations and confront Israel if its military operations in Lebanon continue, amid heightened regional tensions. Ghalibaf said he had phone call with Nabih Berri, speaker of Lebanon's parliament, in which emphasised solidar»»»
President Kaïs Saïed receives written message from President of DR Congo
Tunis, June 2 (TAP) - President Kaïs Saïed met on Monday at Carthage Palace, Crispin Mbadu Phanzu, Minister Delegate to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, in charge of Francophonie and the Congolese Diaspora of the Democratic Republic of the Congo,...»»»
Pro-Trump candidate lead in Colombia 'part of Donroe doctrine' asserting itself in region
Pro-Trump lawyer Aberaldo de la Espriella pulled ahead as a leader in Colombia’s race for the presidency in the first round of elections over the weekend, capitalizing on a growing appetite for heavy-handed crackdowns on criminal groups across Latin America. Speaking with FRANCE 24's Mark Owen, Chr»»»
Egyptian Stock Market Closes Week on a Positive Note
The Egyptian stock exchange (EGX) wrapped up the week with overall gains on December 5, 2024, as key indices showed modest upward movement. The main index, EGX30, edged up by 0.02%, reaching 30,839.57 points, indicating steady investor confidence. Among the indices, the EGX33, which aligns with Sha»»»
How health workers in DR Congo are treating Ebola and staying safe
How health workers in DR Congo are treating Ebola and staying safe Just nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleHafsa Khalil Getty ImagesHealth workers are on the frontline of trying to stop the current Ebola outbreak Health workers in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo are racing against t»»»