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»»»
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»»»
Hundreds protest U.S.-run Ebola field hospital in Kenya - UPI.com
Health workers wearing full personal protective equipment prepare May 23 to transport the body of an Ebola victim for a safe burial at Sofepadi Hospital in Bunia, Democratic Republic of the Congo. On Monday, hundreds of people in Kenya protested plans for a nearby field hospital to quarantine and t»»»
France warns Israel against ‘major strategic mistake’ of deeper military operations in Lebanon
NEW YORK CITY: France’s ambassador to the UN, Jerome Bonnafont, warned the UN Security Council that Israel’s expanding military operations in Lebanon risked becoming a “major strategic mistake,” as he urged all parties to recommit to the fragile ceasefire agreement and pursue a diplomatic resolutio»»»
Ukraine and EU risk contamination if attack triggers nuclear incident at Zaporozhye plant – Rosatom CEO
Ukraine and its neighboring EU countries would be the first to suffer if Kiev’s continued attacks result in an incident at the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP), Aleksey Likhachev, CEO of the Russian state nuclear corporation Rosatom, has said. Europe’s largest nuclear power plant has been targ»»»
Pentagon designates its press office a classified area
WASHINGTON, United States: The US Defense Department has designated its press office a classified space, the Pentagon said Monday, making it off-limits to journalists who used to be able to enter the area. “The Pentagon Press Office has been redesignated as a Sensitive Compartmented Information Fac»»»
Sabalenka overpowers Osaka to reach French Open quarter-finals
PARIS, France: World number one Aryna Sabalenka took down fellow four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka in straight sets in Monday’s night-session match to reach the French Open quarter-finals. Sabalenka produced an impressive display, hitting 39 winners and 12 aces, against a battling Osaka to »»»
‘We are in a war,’ alleged Iran-backed militant exclaims in US court
NEW YORK: An alleged member of an Iran-backed militia pleaded not guilty on Monday to US criminal charges he was involved in multiple attacks against American interests in Europe, proclaiming in a courtroom outburst, “I am not a criminal.” Iraqi national Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood Al-Saadi spoke in»»»
Exports rise 1.6% in Q1, reflecting expanding global market reach — industry minister
AMMAN — Minister of Industry, Trade and Supply Yarub Qudah said on Monday that foreign trade results for the first quarter of this year reflect the resilience of the national economy and the ability of Jordan’s productive sectors to maintain their presence in external markets despite economic and r»»»
Middle East war sends global air travel demand into reverse, IATA reports
AMMAN — The Middle East war has dealt a significant blow to the global aviation sector, causing worldwide passenger demand to fall by 3.4 per cent in April, according to new figures released by the International Air Transport Association (IATA).The sharp decline was driven primarily by a collapse i»»»
Arab Potash Company (APC) – Company Profile
AMMAN — Established in 1956, the Arab Potash Company (APC) is the sole producer of potash in the Arab world and one of the leading mining and industrial companies in Jordan.Over the decades, APC has grown into a globally recognised producer, ranking as the eighth-largest potash producer worldwide b»»»
Press Review - Trump's oil blockade on Cuba aggravates Havana's garbage crisis
PRESS REVIEW – Monday, June 1: Piles of trash are flooding Havana, as Cuba struggles under US President Donald Trump's oil blockade. Next, papers look at the latest cancer research breakthrough and the industry of hair transplants. Also: US farmers find alternative ways to make money. Finally,»»»
Who is Abelardo de la Espriella, the far‑right Trump fan who could lead Colombia?
Far-right defence attorney and businessman Abelardo de la Espriella topped the first round of Colombia’s presidential election Sunday, followed closely by leftist senator Ivan Cepeda. A fervent supporter of US President Donald Trump as well as the authoritarian crime crackdown of El Salvador’s Pres»»»
The Debate - Forever at war? US, Iran trade blows as Israel pushes deeper into Lebanon
About that four-week campaign that the Pentagon promised… Overnight volleys between Iran and the United States met by many with a shrug…so often has the current ceasefire been violated. Even the deal in the works is mostly to roll over that fragile truce and open more talks… not to permanently sett»»»
Spotlight - 'Not Western version of democracy': 147 constituencies allegedly excluded from Ethiopia's election
As Ethiopians head to the polls, François Picard is pleased to welcome Jervin Naidoo, Political Analyst at Oxford Economics Africa. While official narratives emphasise stability and democratic progress, significant portions of the country remain excluded from voting, raising concerns about represen»»»
Senegal's ousted prime minister says his party will not participate in new government
Senegal's Pastef political party will not participate in the country's new government, Ousmane Sonko, the recently ousted prime minister and party president, said on Monday,raising the prospect of further political turmoil amid a daunting debt crisis. Senegal's Pastef party will not participate »»»
Conflicting US-Iran statements deepen uncertainty over Hormuz, uranium talks
The status of ongoing US-Iran peace negotiations remained unclear Tuesday as both sides issued conflicting statements on whether talks were advancing or on the verge of "collapse", deepening uncertainty over the future of the Strait of Hormuz and Iran’s nuclear enrichment program. Fresh doubts emer»»»
From childhood to graduation:Twin sisters reflect on their journey at QF
Tribune News Network Doha Since early childhood, twin sisters Taif Nasser and Nouf Al Malki have been part of the community at Qatar Academy Sidra (QAS), part of Qatar Foundation’s Pre-University Education. Growing up together within the same learning environment, the sisters say their school exper»»»
QF’s learning landscape:From school to university,the journey continues
Tribune News Network Doha For students graduating from Qatar Foundation’s schools after years of learning, growing, and building their dreams within their classrooms, and who have now been accepted into one of the organisation’s universities, it’s a moment that feels like much more than just the st»»»
NY Fed: Rise in remote work may be related to youth unemployment - UPI.com
Researchers from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York say that the rise of remote work is linked to the rise in unemployment among more recent college graduates. File photo by Tony Avelar/EPA-EFE June 1 (UPI) -- Research shows that a rise in remote work since the COVID-19 pandemic is connected to a»»»
Two possible Ebola cases in Brazil ruled out as patients test negative
Two possible Ebola cases in Brazil ruled out as patients test negative 6 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleJoe Coughlan Getty Images Two suspected cases of Ebola in Brazil have been cleared after both patients tested negative for the virus, local health authorities have said. The indivi»»»
Anti Smoking Society marks World No Tobacco Day with awareness drive
Tribune News Network Doha The Anti Smoking Society, operating under the patronage of Qatar’s Ministry of Public Health, marked World No Tobacco Day with an awareness procession and an interactive discussion at the Mediaplus Conference Room, highlighting the importance of collective action against t»»»
Embassy’s monthly meeting reviews consular, community matters
Tribune News Network Doha A wide range of consular and community-related issues were discussed and addressed during the monthly meeting convened at the Embassy of India in Doha under the guidance of Ambassador Vipul. The meeting brought together embassy officials, representatives of the Indian comm»»»
beIN wins 2 covetedbroadcasting awards
Tribune News Network DOHA beIN Media Group, the global sports, entertainment and media conglomerate, won two prestigious broadcast industry accolades at the annual Asia-Pacific Broadcasting+ Awards in Singapore. Taking home the top prize in the ‘Digital Transformation – Qatar’ and ‘IP Broadcast Sol»»»
MoPH organises insightful discussions as part of Int’l Coaching Week events
Tribune News Network Doha The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) recently organised several events for the International Coaching Week in collaboration with the International Coaching Federation (ICF), under the theme: “Adapt – Evolve – Thrive: Coaching for Resilience in a Changing World”, at the Min»»»
MoL launches nationwide awareness campaign on heat stress prevention
QNA Doha The Ministry of Labour (MoL) on Monday launched a comprehensive awareness campaign to protect workers from heat stress during working hours, in cooperation with several partners from both the public and private sectors. This is in preparation for the implementation of Ministerial Decision »»»
Vital to keep a UN force in Lebanon after current peacekeepers depart: Guterres
UNITED NATIONS, United States: UN chief Antonio Guterres said Monday that it will be necessary to maintain peacekeepers in Lebanon after the mandate of the current mission expires at year-end. In a report to the Security Council seen by AFP, Guterres proposes three options ranging from nearly 2,000»»»
Scott Ritter: Cuba could be the bite Trump can’t chew
With much of the world’s attention on the still unresolved conflict between the US and Iran, the average consumer of news may be forgiven if they had forgotten that the US had, on January 3 of this year, launched a mini-invasion of Venezuela which resulted in the death of scores of people, includin»»»
US to drastically slash the number of embassies in Africa that can process visas
WASHINGTON: The State Department plans to drastically slash the number of US embassies and consulates in Africa that can process visas for foreigners seeking to come to the United States. The almost 50 US embassies and consulates that are processing visa applications will be reduced to 20 in the co»»»
Housing market gains momentum in May
Poland’s housing market regained momentum in May after a weaker April, with developers selling about 4,500 apartments across the country’s seven largest markets, up 12% m/m and 21% y/y, according to Otodom. Reservations surged to 7,100 units, the highest level since the 2023 boom triggered by the S»»»
Sales of new apartments amounted to 4,500 in May
Developer apartment sales in Poland’s seven largest cities reached 4,500 units in May, up 12% m/m and 21% y/y, according to preliminary data from Otodom. Combined sales in April and May exceeded 8,300 units, compared with 6,200 a year earlier, marking a more than 30% increase and putting the second»»»
Padel building commercial real estate success
PadelCity plans an aggressive expansion in Poland, targeting major cities and surrounding suburban areas while integrating padel clubs into shopping centers, retail parks and potentially office developments. Following the launch of its first Polish club at Westfield Arkadia in Warsaw, the company w»»»
Wroclaw skyscraper to be highest tower in EU at 272 m
A new “mini-Manhattan” is planned in Wrocław, centered on Giant Tower, a proposed 272-meter skyscraper that would surpass Warsaw’s Varso Tower in roof height and become the tallest building in the European Union by that measure. Developed by Giant Development Group, the mixed-use tower would offer »»»
Amica hopes to maintain direction after Q1
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Public procurement rate facing big change
Poland’s public procurement market is worth about PLN 587 bln annually and could approach PLN 1 trn by 2029. Beginning July 12, 2026, a new contractor certification system will be introduced to simplify participation in public tenders. The certificate will serve as a “passport” confirming a company»»»
Rafał Brzoska invests half a billion euros for investments in France
InPost plans to invest EUR 1.4 bln in France by 2030, increasing its commitment by EUR 500 mln from previous plans. The funds will be used to expand parcel locker networks, automate logistics centers and create at least 750 new jobs. France is InPost’s second-largest market after Poland, where the »»»
Hawaii volcano breaks eruption record as lava bursts from Kilauea - UPI.com
Kilauea burst back to life on Monday morning, setting a new record at one of the most active volcanoes in the world. The event marked the 48th episode of the ongoing Halema'uma'u eruption, which began in Hawaii on Dec. 23, 2024. That broke the previous record of 47 episodes during the Pu'u'o'o erup»»»
EU reaches deal on ‘return hubs’ migration reform
BRUSSELS, Belgium: The EU reached a deal Monday on a new tightening of migration rules allowing for so-called “return hubs” to be set up outside the bloc, as countries seek to boost deportations. European lawmakers and countries struck a provisional compromise on the reform, which was launched in r»»»
Anthropic confidentially files for initial public offering - UPI.com
Traders work last week on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange on Wall Street in New York City. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo June 1 (UPI) -- Artificial intelligence company Anthropic confidentially filed Monday for an initial public offering with the Securities and Exchange Commi»»»
Iran Guards threaten 'new fronts' over Israel's Lebanon offensive
Iran's Revolutionary Guards threatened to open "new fronts" and keep the Strait of Hormuz closed over Israel's offensive in Lebanon, state media reported on Monday. "Iran considers crossing the red lines in Lebanon and Gaza to mean direct war," state TV quoted the Guards' intelligence organisation »»»
Could protracted Hormuz crisis end the era of cheap long-haul air travel?
LONDON: The crisis in the Strait of Hormuz has turned something as mundane as jet fuel into aviation’s biggest strategic vulnerability, sending costs soaring, scrambling flight plans and raising uncomfortable questions about whether the era of cheap, plentiful long-haul travel is over. What began a»»»
Kalinskaya holds nerve to beat Potapova, reach Paris quarterfinals
PARIS: Anna Kalinskaya reached her maiden French Open quarterfinal with a 6-4 2-6 7-6(10-7) win over 28th seed Anastasia Potapova on Monday, marking only the second time the Russian has entered that stage of a Grand Slam. Kalinskaya, who also made the Australian Open quarterfinals in 2024, will att»»»
Why did Israel capture Lebanon’s Beaufort Castle? – Ya Libnan
Share: An Israeli flag flies over the medieval Beaufort Castle, known locally as Qalaat al-Shaqif or Shaqif Arnoun, as seen from the Marjayoun area of southern Lebanon on May 31. Israel says the 900-year-old fortress is playing a key role in its military assault against Hezbollah. The Israeli milit»»»
Energy crisis disrupts Cuba's education system - UPI.com
Children play on a sculpture in Havana in April. The Cuban energy crisis and a shortage of teachers and supplies have impacted education at all levels, File Photo by Ernesto Mastrascusa/EPA June 1 (UPI) -- Cuba's ongoing energy crisis is taking a heavy toll on the country's education system, as fre»»»
PM Edi Rama to Host European Council President António Costa Ahead of EU-Western Balkans Summit
Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama is set to host European Council President António Costa on Tuesday as part of the senior EU official’s diplomatic tour of six Western Balkan countries. The visit comes ahead of the EU–Western Balkans Summit scheduled to take place on June 5 in Tivat, Montenegro, and»»»
Sweet success meets harsh realities for Syrian strawberry farmers
HOMS: Strawberry farmers in western Homs are projected to harvest around 9,500 tonnes of fruit this season from nearly 11,800 greenhouses concentrated in the Talkalakh region, local officials said. According to the Homs Agriculture Directorate, roughly 5,000 tonnes of the current yield have already»»»
Paris Expo Porte de Versailles to host Esports World Cup 2026
RIYADH/PARIS: The Esports Foundation has confirmed Paris Expo Porte de Versailles as the official venue for the Esports World Cup 2026. The event, described as the world’s largest esports and gaming event, will begin on July 6 and conclude on Aug. 23. The venue, in the heart of the French capital, »»»
New South Wales consular corps' annual meeting held in Sydney
NEW SOUTH WALES: The New South Wales Consular Corps held its annual meeting at the Consulate General of the Kingdom in Sydney, bringing together members of the diplomatic corps based in the state. The meeting concluded with the appointment of Saudi Consul General in Sydney Mashare Ali Ben Naheet as»»»
Next fiscal year to see rollout of tax, customs, and property facilitation packages: Finance minister
Egypt’s Minister of Finance Ahmed Kouchouk announced that fiscal year 2026/2027 will witness the implementation of a series of tax, customs, and property facilitation packages aimed at easing obligations and reducing burdens on citizens and investors, while supporting economic activity and improvin»»»
Euroclear appeals immediate enforcement of $256bn Russian Central Bank ruling
Euroclear has filed a complaint with the Moscow Arbitration Court against the immediate enforcement of a ruling to recover RUB18.2 trillion ($256bn) under a lawsuit by Russia's central bank, on May 30, citing a source familiar with the proceedings. The complaint against immediate enforcement of the»»»