The Peninsula 17m

US military to build war-ready stockpile in Australia: documents

Sydney: The US military is planning a permanent war-ready weapons stockpile for its Marine Corps on Australia's southeast coast beyond the range of most Chinese missiles, tender documents show and officials confirmed to AFP. The development of the stockpile, a first for the Marine Corps in Australi»»»

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The Peninsula 19m

Serena Williams to play doubles with sister Venus at Wimbledon

London: Serena Williams will play at Wimbledon for the first time since 2022 after the American legend was given a wildcard to play the doubles event with her sister Venus on Tuesday. Williams made a sensational return to tennis last week when she won her first-round doubles match at Queen's Club w»»»

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Gulf News 20m

Late nights, high costs, summer heat: How UAE restaurants are fighting to keep World Cup crowds coming

Dubai: For UAE restaurants, hotels and sports lounges, the FIFA World Cup is usually a major opportunity to boost footfall, food and beverage sales, and customer engagement. But this year, operators are facing a different set of challenges — from matches running as late as 5 am (UAE time) to the pr»»»

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Gulf News 20m

Trus Holding celebrates 20-year milestone with the inauguration of its new corporate headquarters in Dubai

Trus Holding Group, a dynamic and rapidly growing multinational conglomerate, has inaugurated its new corporate office at Garhoud Business Center in Dubai. The state-of-the-art facility marks a significant milestone in the Group's expansion journey, coinciding with its 20th anniversary celebrations»»»

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Dailynews Hungary 28m

Updated list of the wealthiest Hungarians revealed

This year’s list of the wealthiest Hungarians is once again topped by the entrepreneur Lőrinc Mészáros, followed by Sándor Csányi, chairman of OTP Bank, while Zsolt Felcsuti, who has interests in the machinery manufacturing sector, retains third place, according to a statement published on the rank»»»

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24 News Agency 29m

Domestic airline to begin operating flights from Bishkek to Urumqi - | 24.KG

Aero Nomad Airlines is launching direct flights from Bishkek to Urumqi. The inaugural flight is scheduled for August 3, 2026. According to Airports of Kyrgyzstan OJSC, the flights will be operated on modern Airbus A320 aircraft. To celebrate the launch of the new route, the airline has prepared spe»»»

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Arab News 34m

FIFA weighs Israel-Palestine opener for new U-15 tournament

DUBAI: FIFA is considering an Israel versus Palestine opening match for its new under-15 football festival in the US this September, according to The Athletic. The tournament is expected to be open to all 211 FIFA member associations including Russia, which remains suspended from senior internation»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 39m

Obzor Beach Introduces Digital Booking System for Sun Loungers

Obzor Central Beach has introduced online reservations for umbrellas and sun loungers through the My Spot platform, with visitors having now the opportunity to reserve and pay in advance or scan a QR code on-site, beach manager Stanislava Stoyanova-Belchinova told BTA. The system allows bookings se»»»

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Arab News 54m

Egypt records 33.2% YoY rise in remittances in first 10 months of FY2025/26

RIYADH: Remittances from Egyptians working abroad rose by 33.2 percent year on year during the first 10 months of fiscal year 2025/2026, reaching a record $39.2 billion, new figures showed. Data released by the country’s central bank showed that on a monthly basis, remittance inflows climbed 44 per»»»

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Arab News 58m

Kingdom reiterates Arab Group support at UN chief hearing

NEW YORK: Saudi Arabia, on behalf of the Arab Group, reaffirmed support for the UN and its role in promoting peace, security and sustainable development during the hearing of secretary-general candidate Maria Fernanda Espinosa. Abdulaziz Al-Wasil, the Kingdom’s permanent representative to the UN, e»»»

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24 News Agency 1h

F1H2O races on Issyk-Kul: Environmental impact assessment conducted - | 24.KG

An environmental impact assessment (EIA) was conducted prior to the International Motorsports Championship UIM F1H2O round on Issyk-Kul Lake. Eduard Kubatov, Director of the State Agency for Tourism Development of the Kyrgyz Republic, announced at a press conference. According to him, organizing su»»»

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RT 1h

Iran and US peace deal looms: what is known so far

The US and Iran have reached a preliminary agreement to end the hostilities in the Middle East, following weeks of direct and indirect negotiations mediated by Pakistan. A formal ceremony to sign the Iran-US Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) will take place in Geneva on Friday. According to Washing»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 1h

White Lagoon Beach Earns Blue Flag for 10th Consecutive Year

White Lagoon Beach in Kavarna Municipality has received the international Blue Flag award for the 10th consecutive year in 2026, White Lagoon Resort Executive Director Irina Shishkova told BTA. She emphasized that the recognition strengthens the resort’s reputation and is highly valued by visitors,»»»

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Novinite 1h

Bulgaria Launches First Section of “Camino Bulgaria” Pilgrimage Route to SozopolOpinions

The official inauguration of Bulgaria’s new pilgrimage route, known as the first section of “Camino Bulgaria,” is set to connect Malko Tarnovo with the relics of St. John the Baptist in Sozopol. Upon completing the journey, participants will receive a church-issued certificate signed by Sliven Metr»»»

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DW 1h

Sigh of relief in Africa as the Strait of Hormuz 'reopens'

TradeAfricaSigh of relief in Africa as the Strait of Hormuz 'reopens'Antonio CascaisA potential US-Iran agreement could lower energy, fertilizer, and food prices in Africa if the Strait of Hormuz fully reopens. Oil exporters such as Nigeria and Angola might have to cope with less revenue, experts s»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Sharjah hotel guests jump 22% to 2.1 million as revenues hit Dh780 million

Dubai: Sharjah’s hotels welcomed 2.1 million guests in 2025, a 22% increase on the previous year, as stronger airport traffic and new travel links helped drive demand across the emirate’s hospitality sector, according to Cavendish Maxwell. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app»»»

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Arab News 1h

Kuwait launches 15-year residency pathway for foreign investors

RIYADH: Kuwait has introduced a new residency pathway allowing qualifying foreign investors, senior executives and their immediate families to remain in the country for up to 15 years, as the government steps up efforts to attract global capital. The framework was approved under Cabinet Resolution »»»

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BNE 1h

EU unanimously approves opening of first accession talks cluster with Ukraine and Moldova

EU member states have unanimously agreed to open the first cluster of negotiations on Ukraine's and Moldova's accession to the bloc, a European Commission statement said on June 15.  The decision moves the accession process for the two countries beyond the legislative screening stage and into »»»

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Gulf News 1h

Abu Dhabi digital attestations surge 405% as demand for online legal services grows

The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD) recorded a sharp increase in digital attestations during the first quarter of 2026, with the number of transactions rising by 405 per cent compared to the same period last year. According to the department’s first-quarter performance report, a total of 637,0»»»

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24 News Agency 1h

National volunteering development program proposed in Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG

Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan Adylbek Kasymaliev met with Kate Forbes, President of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), who arrived in Kyrgyzstan on her first official visit. The Cabinet Chairman warmly welcomed Kate Forbes and emphasize»»»

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Arab News 1h

Saudi debt crowdfunding platforms provide $2.9bn in financing 

RIYADH: Debt-based crowdfunding platforms in Saudi Arabia have provided a total of SR11 billion ($2.93 billion) in financing since the activity was introduced in 2016, according to the Saudi Central Bank, known as SAMA. SAMA said that 10 digital brokerage firms are licensed to operate in the Kingdo»»»

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Egypt Independent 1h

Industry minister discusses expansion plans with GID Textile Egypt, targets raising exports to $500 million

Minister of Industry Khaled Hashem discussed on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, with Selim Şankaya, CEO of GID Textile Egypt Group, the company’s expansion plans in Egypt and its strategy to boost investments and exports as the company aims to raise its exports to $285 million by the end of 2026. During a »»»

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Arab News 1h

Gaza tailor turns waste fabrics into dresses for girls

KHAN YUNIS: A young Gazan girl twirls across the floor of a dressmaker’s shop, her white dress billowing around her as a shy smile spreads across her face. Trimmed with delicate tulle and topped with a soft veil, the dress looks fit for a celebration. Few would guess that parts of it are from disca»»»

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Arab News 1h

Gazans displaced by war watch World Cup from the ruins

GAZA/CAIRO: ‌Fadi Al-Arawi, a footballer in the Gaza Strip Premier League, hasn’t been able to take the pitch since pro sports were suspended with the outbreak of war more than two years ago. Like ​most Gazans, he no longer even has a home where he can watch the World Cup on TV. As Saturday’s match»»»

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Gulf News 1h

No tolls, just fees? What Iran's plan for Strait of Hormuz means

DUBAI: Iran says it is not planning to charge ships tolls for passing through the Strait of Hormuz. Instead, it insists vessels will pay fees for services provided in one of the world's most strategically important waterways. The distinction may sound technical, but it lies at the heart of a growin»»»

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Al Manar 1h

Beirut’s Dahiyeh Strike Reportedly Reshaped Iran-US MoU, Forcing New Lebanon Guarantees

The final hours before the announcement of the US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) were marked by high-stakes brinkmanship, with the Israeli strike on Beirut’s southern suburb (Dahiyeh) reportedly triggering a last-minute overhaul of key provisions—particularly those related to Lebanon, accor»»»

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24 News Agency 1h

Bishkek receives 35 new wells and €16 million for water and sewage - | 24.KG

The second phase of the water supply and sanitation system modernization project, which cost €16 million, has been completed in Bishkek. The project resulted in the drilling of 35 new wells at Orto-Alysh water intake, and the construction of a new water main and sewer collector. The project’s resul»»»

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Gulf News 1h

DMCC is building a new platform to help firms read the future of global trade

Dubai: DMCC is planning to launch DMCC Campus and DMCC Intelligence, two new platforms designed to help businesses, governments and institutions navigate a global trade environment being reshaped by technology, geopolitics and economic change. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Ba»»»

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Arab News 1h

France to try 14 over deadliest Channel migrant disaster

PARIS: Fourteen people are to stand trial in France over the November 2021 deaths of at least 27 migrants in the deadliest recorded small boat crossing of the Channel, prosecutors said Tuesday. The defendants, linked to people-smuggling networks, are accused of playing a role in the sinking in whic»»»

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Arab News 1h

Israeli Supreme Court rejects appeal for release of Gaza doctor held without charge

JERUSALEM: Israel’s Supreme ‌Court on Tuesday rejected an appeal to release a prominent Palestinian doctor who has been held without charge since ​he was captured in Gaza in late 2024. Abu Safiya, the director of the Kamal Adwan hospital, is among at least 14 doctors from Gaza who have been detaine»»»

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24 News Agency 2h

Weapons used to detain violators who damaged state border barriers - | 24.KG

The State Border Service of the Kyrgyz Republic reports that on June 16, border guards prevented an attempt to illegally transport livestock across the state border in Kuruk-Sai area of ​​Batken region on the Kyrgyz-Tajik section of the state border. Around 00:30 a.m., border guards from the Batken»»»

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Qatar Tribune 2h

Amir exchanges greetings on new Hijri Year

Doha His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani exchanged cable of greetings with Their Majesties, Highnesses and Excellencies leaders of friendly Arab and Muslim countries on the occasion of the new Hijri Year.»»»

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Business-review 2h

Beer industry strives for balanced and sustainable growth

The launch of Amstel® beer in Romania was the most successful beer brand launch in Europe in 2025, according to NielsenIQ data. In light of this achievement, BR sat down with Boris Miloushev, Managing Director at HEINEKEN Romania, to discuss the industry’s evolution this year, the company’s perform»»»

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Egypt Independent 2h

Industry minister discusses expansion plans with GID Textile Egypt, targets raising exports to dlrs 500 million

Minister of Industry Khaled Hashem discussed on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, with Selim Şankaya, CEO of GID Textile Egypt Group, the company’s expansion plans in Egypt and its strategy to boost investments and exports as the company aims to raise its exports to $285 million by the end of 2026. During a »»»

Naharnet 2h

Iran FM says ending war including in Lebanon 'most important issue' in US deal

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Tuesday that ending the war on all fronts, including Lebanon, was "the most important" issue in the peace deal with the United States announced the day before. "The important point I want to emphasize here is that in our view, there are two parties to »»»

Arab News 2h

UK ups Russia sanctions to bring ‘war machine to halt’: Starmer

EVIAN, France: The UK is imposing a raft of new sanctions against Russia, including on tankers that transport LNG, in a bid to pressure Moscow into halting the war against Ukraine, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced as a special G7 summit session got underway Tuesday. Ukrainian President Volodym»»»

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UPI 2h

Rival S. Korea parties agree to launch parliamentary probe on election ballot shortage - UPI.com

This composite photo, taken Tuesday, shows Rep. Cheon Jun-ho (L), deputy floor leader of the ruling Democratic Party, and Rep. Kim Seung-soo, deputy floor leader of the main opposition People Power Party, prior to their talks at the National Assembly in Seoul. Photo by Yonhap The rival parties agre»»»

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UPI 2h

Seoul stocks up for 4th day to finish above 8,700 on U.S.-Iran deal optimism - UPI.com

This photo, taken Tuesday, shows the trading room of Hana Bank in Seoul as South Korean stocks closed above the 8,700-point mark on optimism over a U.S.-Iran deal. Photo by Yonhap Seoul stocks shot up by more than 2 percent Tuesday, extending their winning streak to a fourth day on optimism over a »»»

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France24 2h

US B-52 bomber crash at California air force base kills eight

Eight people were killed after a US B-52 bomber crashed and burst into flames shortly after take-off from Edwards Air Force Base in California on Monday. The aircraft was carrying a mix of military personnel, government employees and civilian contractors on a routine test mission when it went down,»»»

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Arab News 2h

French spies drop AI giant Palantir over US overreliance fears

PARIS: France’s domestic intelligence agency will stop working with American AI giant Palantir, Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu said Tuesday, as European nations increasingly doubt the dependability of the United States. “We cannot accept new strategic dependencies in the digital sphere,” Lecornu »»»

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Arab News 2h

Andrea Bocelli to perform at inaugural Yasalam Classics during Abu Dhabi Grand Prix week

DUBAI: Italian music legend Andrea Bocelli will perform at Yasalam Classics, a new concert series presented during Formula One Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2026 race week. Bocelli will take to the stage at Etihad Arena on Yas Island on Wednesday, Dec. 2, and will be accompanied by the Armeni»»»

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Middle East Observer 2h

EGX Advances as Arab Investors Bet on Improving Egyptian Outlook

Stronger Pound, Robust Debt Demand and Regional Buying Support Egyptian Assets Cairo — Egyptian equities extended their recovery on Monday as Arab investors returned decisively to the market, helping lift major indices amid improving sentiment toward Egyptian assets following a stronger currency, c»»»

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Novinite 2h

Bulgaria’s President Warns EU Vote on North Macedonia, Condemns Embassy Car Arson in Skopje

President Iliana Yotova has described the arson attack on Bulgarian diplomatic vehicles in Skopje as an attack on Bulgaria itself, calling on European lawmakers to address the incident during upcoming discussions in the European Parliament. Further reading: Macedonian Police Detain Man Over Arson A»»»

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Novinite 2h

Macedonian Police Detain Man Over Arson Attack on Bulgarian Embassy Vehicles in SkopjeOpinions

Skopje police have detained a 44-year-old man suspected of setting fire to two vehicles belonging to the Bulgarian Embassy, marking a significant development in the investigation into the incident that sparked strong reactions in both Sofia and Skopje. According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs »»»

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DW 2h

Charging ahead: EVs outpace growth predictions

Nature and EnvironmentCharging ahead: EVs outpace growth predictionsGero RueterElectric cars are getting cheaper, more efficient and can travel farther than ever. China is driving the transition, but Europe and other countries are catching up fast. https://p.dw.com/p/5F7kvElectric vehicles charge a»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Abu Dhabi launches Dh291 million dual carriageway connecting Al Sarouj to Al Ain Industrial Area

Abu Dhabi's Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) has begun construction of a Dh291.11 million dual carriageway linking the Al Sarouj district with the Al Ain Industrial Area, as part of efforts to improve traffic flow and support urban growth in the city. The project, scheduled for comp»»»

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Dailynews Hungary 2h

The forint breaks records: how long can the surge last?

The Hungarian forint has reached levels not seen in nearly five years. The euro slipped below the psychologically significant 350 mark both yesterday and today, while the Hungarian currency has strengthened markedly against the dollar, sterling and even the Japanese yen. The question now is what is»»»

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24 News Agency 2h

Torobaev in China announces record trade turnover of $27 billion - | 24.KG

Kyrgyzstan’s Special Representative for Special Assignments, Bakyt Torobaev, spoke at the 7th Summit of Transnational Corporation Leaders, where he outlined the country’s large-scale economic reforms and invited the world’s largest companies to cooperate. In his speech, he noted that Kyrgyzstan — C»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Amir exchanges greeting on new Hijri Year

Doha, Qatar: The Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani exchanged cables of congratulations on the occasion of the new Hijri Year with his brothers, Their Majesties, Excellencies and Highnesses, the leaders of the brotherly Arab and Islamic countries.»»»

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Arab News 2h

Iran says footballer’s US visa expires after World Cup opener

TEHRAN: An Iranian national football team player’s United States visa has expired, state media reported Tuesday, leaving his future at the World Cup shrouded in doubt with Tehran engulfed in a bitter diplomatic row with Washington. Winger Mehdi Torabi was only issued a single-entry visa instead of »»»

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