Olympic athletes to get cash grants from new $100M fund created by IOC
LAUSANNE, Switzerland: It’s not Olympic prize money officially, but it is a significant amount of cash going directly to athletes after a Summer or Winter Games. The International Olympic Committee pledged Wednesday to pay more than $100 million to athletes through 2028 by creating a fund for $10,0»»»
King Charles meets exiled Afghan women’s cricket team in London
DUBAI: King Charles on Wednesday met the Afghan women’s cricket team at Clarence House in London as a sign of support for the players who officially are no longer allowed to represent their country due to a ban by the Taliban regime, several British media outlets reported. The team is in exile, and»»»
A Serbian town is known for raspberries that are exported around the world
ARILJE, Serbia: Serbia ‘s town of Arilje is known as the Balkan country’s “raspberry capital,” with its fame reaching beyond borders. Arilje and its surroundings yield berries that are exported as far as the United States and Japan. Serbia is among the top three exporters of raspberries globally. “»»»
US judge blocks Trump administration from making arrests at immigration courts
WASHINGTON: A federal judge in California on Tuesday blocked the Trump administration from making arrests at immigration courts across the United States. Since President Donald Trump’s return to the White House, Homeland Security agents have adopted the tactic of waiting outside immigration courts »»»
Rama Meets New Turkish Ambassador, Reaffirms Commitment to Strong Bilateral Ties
Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama met with Turkey’s newly appointed ambassador to Albania, Baris Ceyhun Erciyes, on Wednesday, reaffirming the close relationship between the two countries and their commitment to expanding cooperation. Rama announced the meeting in a post on the social media platform»»»
After the Iran War, Tehran sees victory – and a trap at the table
Iran believes it has emerged stronger from its latest confrontation with the United States and Israel, but remains deeply skeptical that any agreement reached at the negotiating table will be honored, University of Tehran professor Mohammad Marandi has insisted. Speaking to Fyodor Lukyanov for Russ»»»
Under Starmer or Burnham, the future of UK politics looks bleak
Earlier this week Andy Burnham, the popular former mayor of Manchester, forced Prime Minister Keir Starmer to resign as leader of the Labour Party in a meticulously planned and well executed bloodless political coup. As a result, Burnham is now poised to become, in a few weeks, Britain’s seventh pr»»»
Chile strengthens position as top U.S. salmon supplier as global aquaculture reaches record high - UPI.com
Global aquaculture production reached a record high, while Chile maintained its position as the leading supplier of salmon to the United States. File Photo by Phil McCarten/UPI | License Photo June 24 (UPI) -- Global aquaculture production reached a record high, while Chile maintained its position »»»
Trump cancels plans to sign housing affordability law - UPI.com
President Donald Trump enters the White House North Portico on Tuesday. On Wednesday, he canceled his plans to sign new legislation aimed at improving housing affordability. Photo by Allison Robbert/UPI | License Photo June 24 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump said Wednesday he won't sign a housing a»»»
NATO's Rutte aims to soothe Trump on White House visit ahead of July summit
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte is set to hold talks with US President Donald Trump at the White House on Wednesday, aiming to mollify the volatile US leader two weeks before the annual summit of the military alliance and as the Pentagon reviews the size of the US military footprint in Europe. NA»»»
Mutaz Barshim and the Olympic moment that inspired the World OR
Doha: Two first-place finishes. Two Olympic champions. It remains one of the most memorable moments in modern Olympic history. At the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, Qatari high jumper Mutaz Barshim and Italy’s Gianmarco Tamberi both cleared 2.37 metres. After an extraordinary competition, neither athlet»»»
Press Review - 'Genocide': UN report says Israel 'deliberately killed Palestinian children'
PRESS REVIEW – Wednesday, June 24: Papers discuss the newest UN report that says Israel targeted and killed Palestinian children after the truce. Next: more than 40 people have drowned amid the heatwave in France. Also: France's national team coach Didier Deschamps will skip an important »»»
Education Minister: Partnership with Business Is Key to Development of Dual Training in Secondary, Higher Education
Partnership with employers is crucial for both effective planning in vocational education and the development of dual training - both in secondary and higher education, said Minister of Education and Science Georgi Valchev here on Wednesday. He was speaking at a working meeting with employer organi»»»
‘I don’t have a choice’: Paris workers struggle under historic heatwave
As France swelters under a deadly heatwave, thousands of labourers continue to work in the streets and construction sites of Paris with little respite from the stifling heat. From the near-deserted streets around Châtelet to the naked asphalt of the Champs-Élysées, FRANCE 24 spoke to the workers ke»»»
France outage leaves 68,000 homes without power as record heatwave spreads north
A power outage caused by a record-breaking heatwave left around 68,000 households without electricity in France's western Brittany on Wednesday as the national weather agency issued a red alert for extreme weather covering most of the country, including the northernmost region around Calais. Europe»»»
North Korea's Kim unveils 5,000-ton destroyer, touting nuclear capabilities
North Korea has commissioned a 5,000-ton destroyer, state media reported on Wednesday, as leader Kim Jong Un touted the warship as evidence of advancing naval nuclear capabilities and Pyongyang’s expanding ability to project military power at sea. North Korea has commissioned a 5,000-ton destroyer »»»
Senegal keeper Mendy out of World Cup clash with Iraq due to knee injury
NEW YORK, USA: A knee injury sustained during Monday’s loss to Norway has ruled out Senegal keeper Edouard Mendy from Friday’s World Cup match against Iraq, his national team said on Wednesday. Mendy suffered the injury while trying to make a save, and he left the field in the 63rd minute »»»
Bulgaria: GERB Rejects Radev Government Budget, Warns of Rising Debt Risks
GERB has stated that it will not support the draft budget proposed by the government of Rumen Radev, announcing its position during a briefing in the National Assembly alongside Petar Moskov’s extra-parliamentary party KOD. The two formations also backed a proposal from KOD to amend the Constitutio»»»
Qatar Foundation advances global dialogue on supporting families, digital protection for children, and youth leadership at UN Human Rights Council
Geneva, Switzerland: Global dialogue on supporting families amid conflict, safeguarding children against the risks posed by the digital age, and nurturing young leaders in humanitarian law has been led by Qatar Foundation and its partners on the United Nations stage in Switzerland. The 62nd Session»»»
Top Israeli figures threaten govt with legal action over ‘Jewish terrorism’
LONDON: Top Israeli officials and public figures have threatened the government with legal action over its support for “Jewish terrorism” and an “ideology of ethnic cleansing,” The Guardian reported on Wednesday. It came in a leaked letter — seen by The Guardian — signed by two former prime ministe»»»
Zelensky to skip conference in Poland to dodge scandal, Kiev says
Vladimir Zelensky will skip a major gathering of Kiev’s key backers in Poland to keep it free of “scandals,” the Ukrainian Foreign Ministry has said. His absence is linked to Kiev’s honoring of Nazi-collaborators who murdered over 100,000 Polish men, women, and children during World War II. Tension»»»
Brexit regret is rising, but rejoining the EU would not restore 2016
Ten years ago, I was on a business trip in Brussels on the day of the Brexit referendum. Voting was already underway across the Channel, but in the European Quarter, the mood was almost serene. Journalists kept asking EU officials about Brexit, and the officials waved the questions away with jokes,»»»
U.S. investment in Latin America falls 11% as Europe gains ground, ECLAC says - UPI.com
A giant United States flag hangs at the entrance to the New York Stock Exchange on Wall Street on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 in New York City. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq rose to new highs as shaky Iran War negotiations Continue. File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo June 24 (UPI) -- Investment fr»»»
EU moves to strengthen Europol against rising digital, cross-border crime
BRUSSELS: The European Commission on Wednesday unveiled measures to enable Europol, the EU’s law enforcement agency, to respond more quickly and effectively to cross-border and increasingly digital crime. Europol warned last year that organized crime gangs were turning to AI-powered scams to targe»»»
Verstappen seeking home boost with Red Bull upgrades
Spielberg, Austria: Four-time world champion Max Verstappen heads into his Red Bull team's home Austrian Grand Prix this weekend boosted by a major upgrade package and seeking his first win of the season and a record-extending fifth win at the event. Without a victory since the season-ending Abu Dh»»»
Education minister attends graduation ceremony of students from Qatar Science and Technology School
DOHA: Qatar Science and Technology Secondary School for Boys celebrated the graduation of its fifth batch of students for the academic year 2025-2026, numbering 56 students, in the presence of Minister of Education and Higher Education HE Lolwah bint Rashid bin Mohammed Al Khater, after the graduat»»»
French Open champion Andreeva out of Bad Homburg grass tournament
Berlin: French Open champion Mirra Andreeva fell in her first match since her Roland Garros victory, losing 6-3, 6-4 to Ekaterina Alexandrova at Bad Homburg, Germany on Wednesday. World number five Andreeva, playing her first match on grass in 2026, pulled out of last week's Berlin Open on the surf»»»
Bulgaria Nominates Jurists Deyan Rusanov and Ivan Stoynev as Judges at EU General Court
Jurists Deyan Rusanov and Ivan Stoynev are Bulgaria’s nominees for judges at the General Court of the European Union. The nomination was approved by the Government at its regular meeting on Wednesday and the Justice Minister was mandated to introduce the candidates’ applications before the General »»»
German police probe alleged Russian gas sabotage attempt
BERLIN: German police carried out searches Wednesday as part of an investigation into suspicions that Russia’s sale of Gazprom’s Berlin-based subsidiary was intended to sabotage Germany’s gas supply. The probe focuses on the weeks after Russia’s February 2022 full-scale invasion of Ukraine, when th»»»
Eric Adams associate Frank Carone arrested in bribery scheme - UPI.com
1 of 2 | An NYPD Police Officer exits a police car on Wall Street on Thursday, October 1, 2020, in New York City. Frank Carone, one-time chief of staff to former New York City Mayor Eric Adams, was arrested Wednesday in connection with an alleged bribery scheme. File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | L»»»
'Heart found its home’: Pune woman’s romantic posts before fiance’s killing
Dubai: For months, Siya Goyal’s Instagram account told the story of a young woman deeply in love. There were engagement photographs, flowers, hugs, romantic captions and countdowns to a dream wedding. One post celebrated a month of togetherness with the words: “Cheers to one month since my heart fo»»»
Turkiye working on legislation to speed up militant PKK’s disbandment, Erdogan says
ANKARA: Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Wednesday that work was underway on a legal framework that would speed up the disbandment of the militant Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) and that it would be put on parliament’s agenda without much delay. The move signals a potential breakthrough afte»»»
Russian Aircraft Technology Has Surpassed Western Counterparts, Which Had to Be Replaced - Putin
Russian aviation technology has surpassed Western counterparts in many respects, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday. "We have just looked at the technology that was demonstrated. In a number of areas, we have certainly achieved not only that the technology is on par with the best gl»»»
Global Ebola risk 'remains low', WHO chief says
Geneva: The global risk "remains low" from a deadly Ebola outbreak centred in the Democratic Republic of Congo, the World Health Organization chief said Wednesday, after a case was confirmed in France. The Ebola case in France -- a doctor back from the DR Congo -- "is a reminder of the risks faced »»»
Can Pakistan Seize $160B Drone Opportunity?
Pakistan could emerge as a force in the global drone market — but only if the groundwork is laid, says geopolitical analyst and former professor at the South Asian Strategic Stability Institute Tahir Nazir. New firms are increasingly focused on sectors where licensing is easier and regulation is li»»»
KAHRAMAA signs QAR2.2bn contracts to expand electricity network in western region
Doha, Qatar: Qatar General Electricity and Water Corporation “KAHRAMAA” has signed a series of new project contracts aimed at developing and enhancing the electricity network in western region. The contracts were awarded to several qualified local and international companies, including Voltage Engi»»»
President Donald Trump to meet with Republican senators at luncheon - UPI.com
Senate Republican leader John Thune, R-S.D., speaks to reporters on June 4. Thune will attend a luncheon with President Donald Trump Wednesday. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo June 24 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump will meet with Republican senators Wednesday at a luncheon designed to hea»»»
Sharjah Police launch smart car ownership deal
Sharjah: In a move aimed at improving the well-being and financial stability of its workforce, Sharjah Police has signed a partnership agreement with The Elite International Group for Commercial Agencies to expand access to affordable vehicle ownership through its "Tamalluk" (Ownership) initiative.»»»
Finance Minister Presents Parameters of 2026 Draft Budget with 5.7% Deficit
Finance Minister Galab Donev presented the main parameters of the draft budget for 2026 at a briefing here on Wednesday. It envisages a deficit of 5.7% of GDP, or just over EUR 7.2 billion. The budget projects revenues of EUR 49.561 billion and expenditures of EUR 56.8 billion. Inflation in 2026 is»»»
London police to extend use of live facial recognition, drones
London: London's Metropolitan Police force said Wednesday it will expand the use of drones, artificial intelligence and live facial recognition technology, which has been criticised by rights campaigners. The scale-up plan involves rolling out static facial recognition across central London and hav»»»
In beachside city, Lebanese try to shake off Israel-Hezbollah war
TYRE, Lebanon: Heavy equipment operator Bassam Khalil’s bulldozers and excavators are in high demand in south Lebanon’s Tyre these days, as the seaside city tries to pick up the pieces from the latest Israel-Hezbollah war. Residents of destroyed buildings are anxious to comb through the rubble in s»»»
Israel has killed over 20,000 Palestinian children – UN report
Israeli forces have deliberately targeted and killed Palestinian children in Gaza and the West Bank, according to a UN inquiry, which says the attacks amount to war crimes and point to genocidal intent. Srinivasan Muralidhar, chair of the UN Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Oc»»»
STRABAG becomes general contractor and first tenant of QUEENS District, a project developed by SPEEDWELL
The QUEENS District complex will integrate office, residential, and retail spaces, as well as public areas, into a unified urban ecosystem designed around connectivity, sustainability, and long-term value. The office component of the complex will provide approximately 22,500 square meters of office»»»
Sofia University Opens Institute for Geospatial Research and Technologies
At its regular meeting on Wednesday, the government approved the establishment of an Institute for Geospatial Research and Technologies within Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski. The project will be implemented at the initiative of the rector following a decision by the university’s Academic Cou»»»
In beachside Tyre, residents try to shake off Israel-Hezbollah war
Heavy equipment operator Bassam Khalil's bulldozers and excavators are in high demand in south Lebanon's Tyre these days, as the seaside city tries to pick up the pieces from the latest Israel-Hezbollah war. Residents of destroyed buildings are anxious to comb through the rubble in search of their »»»
Iran after the war — fragile peace, shattered economy
ConflictsAsiaIran after the war — fragile peace, shattered economyShabnam von HeinThe US has temporarily allowed Iran to export oil and indicated it will provide billions to relieve the crisis triggered by the war. With ordinary Iranians at their limit, however, Tehran already fears new protests. h»»»
Cabinet Accelerates Defence Funding Under SAFE Instrument
The Council of Ministers adopted a decision to approve two projects under the Security Actions for Europe (SAFE) instrument, the Government's press service announced on Wednesday. The projects include a loan agreement between the European Union and Bulgaria in the amount of EUR 3,261,700,000 and op»»»
New York sweep by Israel critics shines light on a fraught issue for Democrats
NEW YORK: When Varun Venkatesh cast his ballot in New York’s primary this week, he thought about “a good litmus test for me as a voter.” He wanted to know what the candidates are doing for the Palestinian cause.The 27-year-old Brooklyn resident decided to support Claire Valdez, who was backed by Ma»»»
Iran enters fragile peace with economy near breaking point
ConflictsAsiaIran enters fragile peace with economy near breaking pointShabnam von HeinThe US has temporarily allowed Iran to export oil and indicated it will provide billions to relieve the crisis triggered by the war. With ordinary Iranians at their limit, however, Tehran already fears new protes»»»
Bucharest residents’ biggest frustrations about the capital city: 78% of residents would move to a new home
Dissatisfactions with life in the Capital are concentrated around mobility and density: after the traffic issue, 68.3% of Bucharest residents complain about congestion, 49.7% about pollution and the lack of green spaces, and 45.4% about the lack of parking spaces. Rest, time spent with a partner an»»»