The Peninsula 1m

Canada's World Cup moment arrives at home

Toronto, Canada: "The moment is now," Canada coach Jesse Marsch declared on the evening before the country's first ever World Cup match on home soil. He was referring to his players, but for Canadian football fans coloring downtown Toronto in red jerseys on Friday morning, the same message applied.»»»

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Gulf News 7m

Elon Musk becomes world's first trillionaire as SpaceX shares jump

Shares in Elon Musk's SpaceX jumped as much as 30 percent on their trading debut Friday after the biggest IPO in history, making the polarizing entrepreneur the world's first trillionaire as he vowed to take humanity to Mars. The blockbuster initial public offering, which raised more than $75 billi»»»

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Arab News 12m

From Saudi factory floor to World Cup stage … FPC fabric crowns Mexico’s Azteca Stadium

MAKKAH: When the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicked off at Mexico City’s legendary Azteca Stadium, fans looked up and saw a piece of Saudi Arabia. FPC Industries, a subsidiary of FIPCO, supplied more than 4,000 sq. meters of PVC fabric for the venue’s new “Red Crown” — the sweeping canopy that rings the to»»»

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The Peninsula 13m

Pele's 1958 World Cup winners' medal set to fetch £500,000

London: Pele's 1958 World Cup winners' medal is expected to fetch £500,000 ($670,000) when it is auctioned in England later this month. The medal, won by the Brazilian legend when he was a teenager, is part of a catalogue of 450 World Cup-related items being sold by sporting memorabilia specialists»»»

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Gulf News 23m

Sharjah Police 'Pizza Order' call saves woman in danger

Sharjah: A coded “pizza delivery” request made to Sharjah Police’s emergency line has led to the swift rescue of an expatriate woman who was unable to openly seek help while under threat at home, officials said. The incident unfolded by Captain Majid Al Bas, Head of the Communications Operations Br»»»

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The Peninsula 25m

Mediator Pakistan says Iran-US peace deal text 'agreed'

Islamabad, Pakistan: Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said Friday that the final text of a US-Iran peace deal had been agreed. "We can confirm that a final, agreed upon text of the peace deal has been reached and Pakistan is now working closely with both sides to finalize the next steps," S»»»

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Arab News 28m

Cristiano Ronaldo, 41, says he is physically ‘fine’ ahead of World Cup

WASHINGTON: Despite not scoring in either of Portugal’s World ‌Cup tune-ups this month, 41-year-old captain Cristiano Ronaldo insists his fitness level is not a concern. “Physically? I’m fine,” the forward told reporters on Friday, per ESPN. “Have you not seen my matches?“ Ronaldo scored 28 times f»»»

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Gulf News 56m

Texas shooting in Midland: 1 dead, 9 injured as suspect killed after police standoff

A shooter who opened fire in the West Texas city of Midland died Friday after a standoff with police following an attack that left one person dead and at least nine others injured, city officials said. Midland police said the active shooter situation ended hours after the gunfire erupted in one par»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Minister of State at Ministry of Foreign Affairs highlights international mediation challenges at Zurich Forum

Zurich: Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al Khulaifi has highlighted the growing complexity of modern conflicts and the need for stronger international cooperation to support mediation and peacebuilding efforts. Speaking during a keynote dialogue se»»»

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Sputnik 1h

Sanctions and War Fail to Force Iran Into Accepting Just Any Deal

The final, agreed-upon text of the Iran-US peace deal has been reached, and Pakistan is now working with both sides to finalize the next steps, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif tweeted. The process is "very much contingent upon the developments that will occur in the near future," Joseph P. »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 1h

EC to Propose Opening Excessive Deficit Procedure for Bulgaria, Commissioner Dombrovskis Says

The European Commission (EC) will now propose to open an excessive deficit procedure (EDP) for Bulgaria, EU Commissioner for Economy and Productivity Valdis Dombrovskis said at the Economic and Financial Affairs Council (ECOFIN) press conference on Friday, following a meeting of European finance mi»»»

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UPI 1h

Former NYC Comptroller Brad Lander acquitted of charge related to ICE inspection - UPI.com

New York City Comptroller Brad Lander speaks to a member of the press during an election night rally for Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani on November 4 at the Brooklyn Paramount Theater in New York City. Lander, who is no longer comptroller, was acquitted of a charge related to his attempt to inspect an »»»

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UPI 1h

Cuba implements economic reforms amid new U.S. sanctions - UPI.com

Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel (C) attends an event in support of former Cuban President Raul Castro in Havana on May 22 after the U.S. Department of Justice unsealed two days earlier a federal criminal indictment charging the 94-year-old Castro, along with five other co-defendants, for his alle»»»

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Tanjug 1h

Brnabic: Venice Commission's opinion on judicial laws absolutely positive

VENICE - Serbian Parliament Speaker Ana Brnabic said on Friday the Venice Commission had given an absolutely positive opinion on a set of Serbian judicial laws, and announced that amendments to those laws would be tabled to the parliament next week. Speaking to reporters in Venice following a plena»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Musk becomes world's first trillionaire as SpaceX shares jump

New York: Shares in Elon Musk's SpaceX jumped 11 percent to $150 on their first day of trading Friday after the biggest initial public offering in history, making the polarizing entrepreneur the world's first trillionaire as he vowed to take humanity to Mars. The blockbuster operation, which raised»»»

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TAP 1h

Tunisia and Council of Europe Launch new Neighborhood Partnership for 2026–2029

Tunis, June 12 (TAP) - The Council of Europe Neighborhood Partnership with Tunisia 2026–2029 was launched on June 11 in Tunis. The launch ceremony was attended by senior representatives of the Tunisian government, the Council of Europe, and its...»»»

Bulgarian News Agency 1h

President Iotova Interviews Candidates for Membership on Central Election Commission

President Iliana Iotova interviewed 15 candidates for membership on the Central Election Commission (CEC), who were nominated by the parties and coalitions represented in the 52nd National Assembly. The head of State is expected to sign a decree appointing the candidates, and they will take office »»»

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RT 1h

Tulsi Gabbard releases proof of US biolabs in Ukraine

US Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Tulsi Gabbard has released new evidence that US-funded biological laboratories in Ukraine were researching dangerous pathogens. Washington previously denied any role in running these labs. Published on Friday, the declassified documents reveal that the US »»»

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The Peninsula 1h

USA play first World Cup finals game on home soil since 1994

Los Angeles, United States: The United States begin their World Cup challenge on Friday, taking on a savvy Paraguay side in a high-stakes match in Los Angeles. The World Cup co-hosts know that they must avoid a banana skin at the futuristic SoFi Stadium in the first World Cup finals game on US soil»»»

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Arab News 1h

Iranian-American fans face uneasy World Cup as war rages

LOS ANGELES: When Iran kick off their World Cup campaign next week in Los Angeles, Iranian-American businessman Ehsan Shafi will be in the stands cheering on Team Melli, a rare chance to welcome the national side he adores to his adopted home. Instead of a moment of pure sporting celebration, howev»»»

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Arab News 1h

Israeli entry ban on French reporter fuels press freedom concerns as Paris treads carefully

LONDON: An Israeli decision to bar French journalist Alice Froussard from entering the country has triggered sharp criticism from press freedom advocacy groups and media organizations, even as France responded cautiously and avoided any overt diplomatic escalation. Froussard, a reporter for Radio F»»»

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Gulf News 1h

From Abu Dhabi to Europe: Etihad adds two new most-loved destinations

Etihad Airways has expanded its European network with the launch of two new direct routes from Abu Dhabi to Kraków in Poland and Palma de Mallorca in Spain, strengthening the UAE capital’s position as a global travel hub. Antonoaldo Neves, Chief Executive Officer of Etihad Airways, said the new rou»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 1h

Finance Minister Donev Takes Part in ECOFIN Meeting

Bulgaria's Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Galab Donev attended a meeting of the EU Economic and Financial Affairs Council (ECOFIN) in Luxembourg on Friday. During the meeting, the Council discussed the economic and financial impact of Russia’s aggression against Ukraine, Europe’s econom»»»

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UPI 1h

Appeals court denies former crypto mogul Sam Bankman-Fried - UPI.com

Former FTX CEO Sam Bankman Fried appealed his 2023 fraud conviction and was denied. Photo by Louis Lanzano/UPI | License Photo June 12 (UPI) -- The conviction of FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried will stay after an appeals court shot down his bid to overturn his 2023 conviction of fraud. Bankman-Fried,»»»

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RT 1h

Belfast riots steeped in Northern Irish sectarianism

The American and British right want you to believe that the Belfast riots are a violent Irish uprising against mass immigration. In reality, the riots are steeped in the complex sectarianism of Northern Ireland, and the riot leaders don’t even consider themselves Irish. Read more Sudanese refugee a»»»

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RT 1h

Romania asks Ukraine to program drones to self-destruct if they go off course

Romanian Defense Minister Radu Miruta has urged Ukraine to program its maritime drones to self-destruct if they veer into the country’s territorial waters. The official made the remarks after a drifting Magura-type kamikaze naval drone exploded in Romania’s Black Sea port of Constanta on Friday, wh»»»

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Sputnik 1h

Putin Strengthens Russia's Armed Forces With New Troop Increase

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian President Vladimir Putin has decreed that the size of the Russian armed forces' staff be set at 2,399,130, including 1,510,000 military personnel, according to a decree published on the legal acts portal on Friday. "To establish the authorized size of the Russian armed fo»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 1h

BNB's Project for Commemorative Euro Coin Dedicated to Bulgarian Alphabet Has Scientific Grounds, President Says

Head Of State Iliana Iotova said that it is completely reasonable for the Bulgarian National Bank (BNB) to stand up for their project for a commemorative European coin dedicated to Bulgarian alphabet. The statement was made Friday at a ceremony in Sofia on occasion of Prof. Nikolay Nenovsky's entry»»»

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Arab News 2h

Former refugees look to ignite Australia’s World Cup

CALIFORNIA: Born in refugee camps to parents displaced by conflict in Africa, three players will show the changing face of Australian soccer at the World Cup and look to answer the nation’s call for goals. Coach Tony Popovic is putting his faith in attackers Mohamed Toure and Nestory Irankunda, two»»»

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Sputnik 2h

Is Iran–US Deal Close to Being Signed or Not?

Draft provisions released by the Iranian press shows "substantial development" in negotiations, but a "complete packaged" deal is out of sight, Adam Saud, professor of international relations at Bahria University, tells Sputnik. While both sides believe they have leverage "the US seems desperate at»»»

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BNE 2h

EU disunity deepens as foreign policy chief Kallas’ job comes under attack

France and Germany are discussing proposals for a radical overhaul of the EU’s 15-year-old diplomatic service and cutting the powers of EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, in an attempt to improve the bloc’s response to geopolitical crises, the Financial Times reported on June 11. Paris, Berlin an»»»

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BNE 2h

Uzbekistan plans 32 mining AI and digital projects through 2030

Uzbekistan has plans to roll out artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies across its mining and geology sector as it seeks to attract $30bn in investment by 2030 and improve operational efficiency. President Shavkat Mirziyoyev was briefed on a package of measures aimed at accelerating »»»

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Arab News 2h

World Bank forecasts Jordan’s economic growth to reach 3% by 2028

AMMAN: Jordan’s economy is expected to maintain steady growth over the next three years, reaching 3 percent by 2028 despite ongoing global economic uncertainty and regional geopolitical tensions, according to the latest World Bank projections. In its Global Economic Prospects report released on Thu»»»

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Arab News 2h

McLaren set to appeal after Gasly reinstated to Monaco GP podium

BARCELONA: Alpine driver Pierre Gasly was reinstated to the Monaco Grand Prix podium on Friday after Formula One stewards, meeting days later, recognized a timekeeping error and rescinded penalties for pitlane speeding that had dropped him to seventh. Champions McLaren, one of several teams set to »»»

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Arab News 2h

Turkiye’s Erdogan, Israel’s Netanyahu trade genocide barbs

ISTANBUL: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan accused Benjamin Netanyahu of “following the path of Hitler” on Thursday after the Israeli leader alleged he was an “antisemitic dictator” who had committed a “genocide” against the Kurds. The relationship between Israel and Turkiye has nosedived sin»»»

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Arab News 2h

Spain opens new probe into ex-PM Zapatero over jewelry found in office

MADRID: A Spanish ‌High Court judge investigating former Prime Minister Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero for suspected corruption has opened a separate probe over jewelry found during a search of his office, the court said on Friday. Zapatero, prime minister from 2004 to 2011, remains a leading figure »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 2h

Ombudsman Inspects All Migrant Centres, Facilities under Border Police Directorate

The specialized National Preventive Mechanism Directorate within the Ombudsman's Office inspected all registration and reception centres of the State Agency for Refugees, as well as the detention facilities of the Border Police General Directorate, the Ombudsman's press office announced on Friday. »»»

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Gulf News 2h

Why oil is failing: Crude benchmarks slide below $90 as traders reassess Hormuz, supply risks

Global crude oil benchmarks fell sharply Friday, with Brent, WTI, and Murban crude all dropping below key psychological levels as traders unwound war-risk premiums that had pushed prices higher earlier in the week. According to market data, West Texas Intermediate (WTI) fell to $84.99 per barrel, d»»»

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Middle East Observer 2h

A new Medical joint venture between an Egyptian and a British company

A new medical joint venture between an Egyptian and a British company to launch a state-of the-art- facility to produce catheters is set to start at an investment of $4 million, the British embassy in Cairo announced on Thursday. The new facility, which involves the British company Kimal and the Eg»»»

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Middle East Observer 2h

Finance Minister Unveils Ambitious Reforms to Foster Business Trust and Investment

Finance Minister Ahmed Kouchouk announced sweeping reforms aimed at enhancing the country’s tax services by the end of the fiscal year. Speaking to the Republican People’s Party at the New Administrative Capital, Kouchouk emphasized a new era of collaboration and transparency with the Tax Authority»»»

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UPI 2h

China arrests U.S. scholar, think tank director accused of spying - UPI.com

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian confirmed Friday that a Chinese authorities have arrested a U.S. citizen for alleged espionage activities. File Photo by Jessica Lee/EPA June 12 (UPI) -- China's foreign ministry confirmed Friday that it made the rare arrest of a U.S. citizen, the lead»»»

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Sputnik 2h

US Intel Warned US-Funded Biolab in Ukraine Likely Housed Dangerous Pathogens - Gabbard

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - The US Intelligence Community has warned that Ukrainian bio-laboratory funded by the US government with high probability contained hazardous viruses, former Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Tulsi Gabbard said on Friday. "For example, the Intelligence Community previous»»»

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Arab News 3h

Saudi ad agency Habbar wins big at inaugural Effie Awards Saudi Arabia

RIYADH: The inaugural Effie Awards Saudi Arabia took place on Thursday night at Riyadh’s Narcissus Royal Hotel. The Effie Awards were created in 1967 by the New York American Marketing Association to recognize and celebrate advertising and marketing effectiveness by looking at all facets of a marke»»»

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UPI 3h

Kennedy Center board appeals removing Trump's name - UPI.com

The board of trustees at the Donald J. Trump and John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., said it wants to pause efforts to remove Trump's name from the facility while the case concerning its naming plays out in higher courts. Photo by Aaron Schwartz/UPI | License Photo J»»»

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UPI 3h

Facebook, Instagram outage hits more than 100,000 users - UPI.com

More than 100,000 users of Meta’s social media platforms Facebook, Instagram and Messenger are experiencing an outage on Friday. File Photo by Terry Schmitt/UPI | License Photo June 12 (UPI) -- More than 100,000 users of Meta's social media platforms Facebook, Instagram and Messenger are experienci»»»

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Dailynews Hungary 3h

Probe launched into Hungarian citizenship scandal: Foreign nationals granted passports without Hungarian ties

Hungary’s Foreign Ministry has launched a fresh internal investigation after uncovering what officials describe as serious irregularities in the granting of Hungarian citizenship and diplomatic passports during previous administrations. György László Velkey, Parliamentary State Secretary at the Min»»»

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France24 3h

Scoop - Not up for debate: Britain bans commentators Hasan Piker and Cenk Uygur

This week, FRANCE 24's media show Scoop looks at Britain's decision to block controversial left-wing commentators Hasan Piker and Cenk Uygur from entering the country. The interior minister judged that their presence was "not conducive to the public good". This vague standard is increasingly being »»»

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Tanjug 3h

Ibon Navarro named new BC Red Star Belgrade head coach

BELGRADE - Spanish basketball coach Ibon Navarro has been named new head coach at BC Red Star Belgrade, the Serbian club announced on Friday. Navarro, 50, has joined Red Star from Spanish club Unicaja Malaga, with which he won two FIBA Champions League trophies, two FIBA Intercontinental Cups, two »»»

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Novinite 3h

Bulgaria Ranks 5th in EU Growth as Economy Expands 3.1% in Early 2026Opinions

Bulgaria’s economy expanded by 3.1% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026, placing the country fifth in the European Union in terms of economic growth, according to data from the National Statistical Institute (NSI). Around 3.5 million people were employed during the period, NSI deputy chairman»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Deal or no deal? Where efforts to end the Iran war stand now

After months of war, multiple ceasefires, threats of renewed bombing and repeated claims that an agreement was imminent, the United States and Iran appear closer than ever to a formal deal. Or at least that is the message coming from Washington. US President Donald Trump has declared that a settlem»»»

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