Lebanon, Israel conclude US-brokered talks in Rome. progress reported – Ya Libnan
Share: A man rides past the rubble of buildings damaged in Israeli strikes in Beirut’s southern suburbs in Beirut, Lebanon, July 6, 2026. REUTERS/Mohamed Azakir BEIRUT – Lebanon and Israel concluded U.S.-brokered talks in Rome on Wednesday, with a U.S. official saying they had made progress on impl»»»
More health workers strike as Ebola cases in Congo exceed 2,000, including 754 deaths
BUNIA, Congo: The number of confirmed cases of Ebola in Congo has reached 2,011, including 754 deaths, according to government data released overnight in what authorities say is the fastest-growing outbreak on record. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click he»»»
Buffett says Gates' Epstein ties are 'distasteful' but didn't drive Buffett's charitable decisions
OMAHA, Nebraska: Billionaire Warren Buffett said Wednesday that his decision to cut the Gates Foundation out of his charitable giving is more about believing his three kids are ready to handle giving away his entire fortune than it is about Bill Gates ' ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstei»»»
UN diplomats trade cables for footballs as Argentina take on England in World Cup
NEW YORK CITY: For one afternoon, the corridors of the UN traded the vocabulary of resolutions and official statements for the international language of football. The World Cup semifinal between Argentina and England was showing on two large screens in the delegates lounge on Wednesday, distracting»»»
US says its citizens in DRC must spend 21 days elsewhere before return
WASHINGTON: The United States said Wednesday it was instituting a “Do Not Board” order for American citizens who have traveled to the Democratic Republic of Congo, an effort to prevent Ebola’s spread. The order will prevent passengers from boarding commercial flights to the US unless the individual»»»
Canadian wildfire smoke chokes Toronto, threatens US cities
TORONTO/NEW YORK: Toronto’s air quality ranked the worst among major cities globally on Wednesday as wildfire smoke from northwestern Ontario blackened skies and spread into the northeastern United States, prompting health warnings and calls for residents to limit outdoor activities. Environment Ca»»»
Messi’s Argentina stun England in comeback to reach World Cup final
ATLANTA: Lautaro Martinez scored a 92nd minute winner as Lionel Messi inspired World Cup holders Argentina to a stunning comeback to beat England 2-1 on Wednesday and set up a final with European champions Spain. England had been on course to reach their first World Cup final since 1966 after Antho»»»
AI makes remote interviews easier for job seekers, but harder for employers
Dubai: A polished résumé and a confident interview were once among the strongest signals that a candidate was ready for the job. That assumption is now under growing pressure as artificial intelligence becomes deeply embedded in the hiring process. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf»»»
Bombs hit Iran's Rask, Chabahar, Bampur Army garrison — 7 killed: report
Two projectiles struck the southeastern Iranian cities of Rask and Chabahar in Sistan and Baluchestan province late on Wednesday, with Iranian media reporting explosions. Few immediate details were provided on the damage or casualties. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now»»»
EU and UK should accept their roles as US ‘vassals,’ Kremlin envoy Kirill Dmitriev says
The EU and UK should abandon their ambitions to act as independent “middle powers” and accept their role as “vassals” under the US, Russian presidential envoy Kirill Dmitriev has said. Dmitriev made the remarks on X on Wednesday while commenting on a series of posts by US Under Secretary of War for»»»
Day 6 of Sara Duterte impeachment: Senate delays ruling on bank records, witness list trimmed — what Filipinos need to know
Manila: The Senate impeachment court on Wednesday deferred a decision on whether to compel Vice President Sara Duterte to produce her bank records, tax returns and Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) documents, as Day 6 of proceedings focused on legal arguments rather than witness testimony. After»»»
House defeats cut to Israel military aid despite large Democrat support - UPI.com
The U.S. Capitol Building is shown Monday. On Wednesday, more than 100 Democrats in the House of Representatives voted for an unsuccessful measure to cut billions in military aid to Israel. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo July 15 (UPI) -- The U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday vote»»»
Intelligence nominee Jay Clayton faces confrontational Senate confirmation hearing - UPI.com
1 of 5 | Jay Clayton speaks Wednesday during a Senate Intelligence Committee hearing on his nomination at national intelligence director at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. Clayton's nomination hearing last month was postponed when President Donald Trump directed Clayton to not appear in front »»»
A propos - Does Marco Rubio control Venezuela?
Does Marco Rubio covertly control Venezuela? A report from the New York Times suggests that the US Secretary of State now effectively controls the Latin American country's finances, the distribution of its natural resources and its government since the capture of Nicolas Maduro. FRANCE 24's Monte F»»»
People globally view China's Xi more favourably than Donald Trump, Pew poll finds
More people have favourable views of China than the United States in 25 out of 36 countries and territories surveyed, including Canada and Mexico, according to a new poll by the Pew Research Center released on Wednesday. Views were also more favourable of Chinese leader Xi Jinping than US Pres»»»
Trump threatens Pickaxe mountain, Kharg Island
US President Donald Trump has openly threatened Pickaxe Mountain and Kharg Island. The US leader declared that the US would eventually "take out" the underground tunnel complexes deeply buried near Natanz, Iran, that Western analysts believe could support future nuclear activities. Experts say the »»»
WHO launches first trial of antiviral to prevent Bundibugyo strain of Ebola
The World Health Organization launched the first clinical trial on Tuesday to test whether an antiviral drug can prevent infection in people exposed to the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo, as the outbreak continues to outpace response efforts and spread beyond known c»»»
EU, Ukraine seal 'drone deal' to boost production, establish joint ventures
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday announced a "drone deal" with Ukraine to boost joint production of the key battlefield technology. Ukraine has already signed similar deals with some individual EU countries and Gulf nations looking to tap into the expertise Kyiv has developed during more »»»
Spotlight - Following years of wildfires, Europe must 'diversify' landscapes and strengthen land management
For Spotlight, François Picard is pleased to welcome Johan Sjöström, Senior Research Scientist at RISE Research Institutes of Sweden. He argues that the devastating wildfires affecting northern France are not an isolated anomaly but part of a "new normal" for Europe. His focus moves »»»
Iran issues ‘oil for everyone or no one’ warning
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has warned that regional oil and gas exports could be blocked completely in response to US attempts to control the Strait of Hormuz. In a statement on Tuesday, the IRGC accused Washington of acting like “pirates” by restricting energy flows in the region and»»»
Oil prices make small gain on smaller US inventory draw
Agencies HOUSTON Oil prices rose slightly on Wednesday, reacting to stronger-than-expected inventory and largely shrugging off a new wave of US attacks against Iranian military installations that aimed to limit Tehran’s ability to strike shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Brent futures settled at $»»»
Argentina roar back to beat England
DPA Atlanta (Georgia) Holders Argentina were inspired by the great Lionel Messi to storm back in the closing stages and beat England 2-1 on Wednesday to set up a meeting with Spain in the World Cup final. Anthony Gordon struck on 55 minutes for England, who then dropped deep and went ultra defensiv»»»
Father Amir transformed Qatar into a global success story, say prominent int’l journalists
Khaled Al Hameidi Doha The passing of the Father Amir HH Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has inspired an extraordinary wave of reflection across the Arab world and beyond, as political observers, diplomats, journalists, and academics revisit the remarkable transformation that unfolded under his l»»»
Global voices hail Father Amir’s legacy in shaping modern Qatar
Arab and international media figures, academics and political commentators have paid tribute to the late HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, praising his transformative leadership that reshaped Qatar into a modern, influential nation with a prominent role in regional and internati»»»
Lebanese officials pay rich tribute to Father Amir, praise his mediation roles
QNA Beirut Lebanese political figures have praised the legacy of HH the Late Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, describing his leadership as instrumental in elevating Qatar’s regional and international standing while underscoring his longstanding support for Lebanon during pivotal momen»»»
Difaf programme on Alaraby 2 dedicates special episode to HH Father Amir
Tribune News Network Doha A special episode of the Difaf programme on Alaraby 2, was dedicated to reflecting on the legacy and vision of the late Father Amir, HH Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani while also covering the heartfelt public response to this profound loss due to his passing away. “In ho»»»
Messi's Argentina fight back to end England dream, set up Spain final
Atlanta: Lautaro Martinez scored a 92nd minute winner as Lionel Messi inspired World Cup holders Argentina to a stunning comeback to beat England 2-1 on Wednesday and set up a final with European champions Spain. England had been on course to reach their first World Cup final since 1966 after Antho»»»
Government wants to cut greenwashing and unproven Eco label
Poland’s government has approved legislation targeting greenwashing, with new rules expected to take effect on September 27, 2026. Companies using claims such as “eco-friendly” or “climate-neutral” will need reliable evidence, recognized certifications, or measurable environmental performance. The »»»
Astronomers find faintest exoplanet ever imaged from Earth - UPI.com
An illustration from the European Southern Observatory depicts the exoplanet Proxima Centauri b, the closest exoplanet to the sun. A new study by astronomers using the ESO identifies the faintest exoplanet ever imaged from Earth. File Photo by M. Kornmesser/European Southern Observatory July 15 (UP»»»
Warsaw offices in demand as new record set
Warsaw’s office market accelerated in Q2 2026, with leasing volume reaching a record 282,800 sq m. Net demand totaled 134,800 sq m, while renegotiations accounted for 52% of activity as many companies chose to retain existing space. The vacancy rate fell from 9.5% to 8.5%, including just 4.8% in th»»»
More and more companies from abroad investing in Polish companies
Polish companies are accelerating their international expansion, with new investments planned in Western Europe, the United States, Central Asia, Africa, and eventually Ukraine. PFR TFI’s Foreign Expansion Fund is seeing particularly strong demand for acquisitions and brownfield projects, while gre»»»
Passive investing and ETFs distorting market mechanisms
The ETF market has never faced a full-scale crash at its current size, raising concerns about liquidity, pricing, and systemic risk. While broad-market index ETFs offer low fees and simple diversification, leveraged, inverse, and single-stock products can encourage speculation and produce unexpecte»»»
More than half of Poles expect financial problems
Global conflicts are increasingly affecting Poles’ sense of financial security. A CRIF survey found that 53% expect the Middle East conflict to significantly affect their finances, while 46% cite the war in Ukraine. Overall, 76% believe geopolitical developments will hurt their personal finances — »»»
First ever fine imposed for using cameras to record road and neighbors
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Otomoto: June sees highest level of vehicle registrations since start of year
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Photovoltaics breaks new records, tests power grid
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Israel says killed three Hezbollah members in south Lebanon
JERUSALEM: The Israeli military said it killed three Hezbollah members in south Lebanon on Wednesday, shortly after US-sponsored Israel-Lebanon negotiations were held in Rome. “Earlier today (Wednesday), IDF soldiers identified three armed Hezbollah terrorists in the area of Beit Yahoun, located wi»»»
ICE should keep making traffic stops despite recent shootings, Trump says
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump wants Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers to keep pulling over vehicles, signaling his opposition Wednesday to plans announced just a day earlier to suspend most traffic stops following another string of fatal shootings. It’s not clear whether ICE will qu»»»
How Saudi Arabia is promoting the waqf to help finance global development
NEW YORK CITY: As governments scramble to close a multitrillion-dollar funding gap threatening the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, Saudi Arabia is promoting a solution rooted not in modern finance but in a 1,400-year-old Islamic tradition. Presenting its third Voluntary National Review at the U»»»
EU pledges €20 million in aid to Venezuela
Brussels: The European Union said Wednesday that it will provide additional aid to Venezuela worth €20 million (a ballpark of $22.8 million) to navigate the aftermath of the twin devastating earthquakes that struck parts of the country last June. In a statement, the EU clarified that this latest fi»»»
Book Review: ‘Refik Anadol’
Whether we like it or not, the future of artists using artificial intelligence is now. An upcoming book, out this September by a pioneer in this field, named after the artist himself, “Refik Anadol,” dives deep into this digital murky water. Working at the intersection of art, science, and technolo»»»
Turkish Black Sea villager takes washed-up Russian drone home after “AI safety check”
When Ali Cabuk spotted a washed-up military drone on a Turkish Black Sea beach, he did not reach for his phone to call the police, military or a bomb disposal unit. Instead, he consulted artificial intelligence. Reassured that the Russian drone was not packed with explosives, he then took it home. »»»
Russia prepares legal offensive against Baltic states over treatment of Russian minorities
Russia is stepping up efforts to pursue legal action against Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia, accusing the three countries of discriminating against ethnic Russians and Russian speakers in a case it plans to bring before the International Court of Justice. An investigation by LRT, Re a»»»
Wildfires in Canada's Ontario cause severe smog, disrupt rail traffic
Ottawa: Wildfires sweeping across northwestern Ontario, Canada, in recent days have caused severe smog and a sharp deterioration in air quality in several regions, including Ottawa, the nation's capital, and Toronto, Canada's largest city. On Wednesday morning, Toronto's air quality index ranked th»»»
Fleetwood riding a wave of support as the hometown hero at the Open Championship
SOUTHPORT, England: As a kid growing up in Southport, Tommy Fleetwood regarded Royal Birkdale as virtually off limits — except for those rare occasions he sneaked on to hit some shots while accompanying his father on evening dog walks. “Hallowed turf,” is how a young, wide-eyed Fleetwood viewed the»»»
Egypt pledges to resolve operational hurdles for French firms to spur $1.56bn investment portfolio
Egyptian Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade Mohamed Farid has pledged to streamline regulations and resolve operational hurdles for French businesses during a meeting with the heads of 22 major French companies to discuss expansion plans and boost exports. The meeting, attended by French Amba»»»
UAE pushes stronger women's partnerships at BRICS meetings in India
The UAE, represented by the UAE Gender Balance Council, participated in the BRICS Women Working Group Meeting and BRICS Women Ministerial Meeting held from July 6 to 9 in Kochi, Kerala, India, as part of India's 2026 BRICS presidency. The meetings brought together ministers and officials responsibl»»»
Israel approves new West Bank settlement expansion
Israel has approved more than $400 million to establish dozens of new settlements in the occupied West Bank, despite international condemnation of what critics describe as the de facto annexation of Palestinian territory. The West Bank, which was captured by Israel in the 1967 Six-Day War, is home »»»
UK considering ban on trade with Israeli settlements
LONDON: The UK government is working on plans to ban imports and exports involving Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories. Speaking before the House of Commons Business and Trade Committee on Wednesday, Trade Minister Chris Bryant said there was a “very strong” moral and legal »»»
Aqaba truck traffic tops 445,000 trips in four months — ASEZA
AMMAN — The Aqaba Special Economic Zone's (ASEZA) truck entry and exit management project, operated by the new service provider Maqta Ayla, recorded around 445,000 truck trips between March 1 and June 30, 2026, with an average of around 3,700 trips a day over the four-month period.June recorded the»»»