Arab News 27m

Egyptian wins New Jersey Democratic Congressional nomination

CHICAGO: An Egyptian-American US Army trauma surgeon who served in Iraq and Gaza, and who treated first responders injured in the 9/11 attacks, won the Democratic nomination for New Jersey’s 12th Congressional District seat on Tuesday. Adam Hamawy is favored to defeat the winner of the Republican p»»»

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Gulf News 31m

Dubai Police warn against wrong-way driving after Majan crash injures motorcyclist

Dubai: Dubai Police has warned motorists and motorcycle riders against driving against the flow of traffic after a serious crash in the Majan area left a motorcyclist injured. The warning follows a collision between a motorcycle and a vehicle on an internal road in Majan after the rider travelled i»»»

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Sputnik 34m

Trump Says Iran Naval Blockade Unlikely to Last Until September

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - US President Donald Trump said that he considers it unlikely that the naval blockade imposed on Iran will be maintained until early September. "I don’t know. I mean, I think it could be [closed through Labor Day], but I think it’s unlikely. I think that we’ll have it. I think thi»»»

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Gulf News 36m

Death trap opposite a hospital: Questions mount after Delhi fire kills 21

A building that offered shelter to families seeking treatment and hope became the site of a devastating tragedy on Wednesday, raising urgent questions about safety standards, oversight and accountability in one of New Delhi’s busiest medical corridors. The multi-storey guest house in south Delhi’s »»»

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Gulf News 40m

Central Asia's new financial hub Tamchy SFIT opens its first business centre

The Tamchy Special Financial Investment Territory (Tamchy SFIT) has opened its first business centre on the shores of Lake Issyk-Kul, marking the territory's transition from regulatory framework to operational reality as it prepares to welcome its first resident companies. The 3,850-square-metre fa»»»

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Egypt Independent 44m

PM orders swift completion of timetable for restructuring economic authorities

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly directed, Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026, swift completion of a comprehensive timetable for the restructuring of Egypt’s economic authorities, including deadlines for mergers and conversions into public service bodies. The directive came during a meeting on Tuesday with Dep»»»

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Tanjug 46m

Vucic to host Costa on Thursday

BELGRADE - European Council President Antonio Costa will be on a working visit to Serbia on Wednesday and Thursday. He will be hosted by Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic at the Palace of Serbia on Thursday morning. Vucic and Costa will hold a tete-a-tete meeting at 9 am, the presidential press of»»»

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Gulf News 48m

Kuwait arrests driver for filming air defences intercepting Iranian missiles while driving

Kuwaiti authorities have arrested a social media user who filmed and published videos showing the country's air defence systems engaging Iranian missile attacks while driving, causing a traffic accident in the process, the Interior Ministry said on Wednesday. The ministry said that he was detained »»»

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The Peninsula 54m

MOI highlights importance of following tram traffic signs

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Interior (MOI) called on motorists and road users to comply with tram traffic signs and signals at all times. In a social media post, the Ministry stated that adhering to these signs and signals reflects awareness of public safety and respect for traffic laws. The Minis»»»

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Gulf News 60m

Delhi fire tragedy: Hotel with six-room permit operated 25 rooms

New Delhi: As investigators searched for answers after a devastating fire killed at least 21 people at a South Delhi hotel, fresh details emerged on Wednesday suggesting that the property may have been operating far beyond the limits of its official licence, potentially turning the building into a »»»

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Business-review 1h

Signal Iduna and MedLife announces a new generation of health solutions for companies

The partnership between Signal Iduna and MedLife responds to the rapid transformation of the health benefits landscape, where companies are increasingly seeking solutions that combine financial protection, easy access to medical services, and preventive tools tailored to employee profiles. In this »»»

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Middle East Observer 1h

Egypt Boosts Cotton Acreage by 23% Amid High Global Demand

Egypt’s Ministry of Agriculture has significantly expanded cotton cultivation this year, increasing planted area by 23% to 311,700 acres nationwide. This strategic move comes as global demand for cotton remains strong. Of the total acreage, 70,584 acres have been earmarked for seed production, ensu»»»

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Middle East Observer 1h

EGX Rises, but Tax Reform and S&P Review Cast a Shadow

Cairo — Egypt’s capital markets are facing two potentially significant tests after the government moved to restore a stamp tax on stock-market transactions and S&P Dow Jones Indices launched a consultation on whether the country should retain its emerging-market status, developments that could infl»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 1h

Owner of Ukrainian Corporation KYB Currently in Turkiye, MP Rashkov Says

Boyko Rashkov MP of Continue the Change Wednesday said that he had information indicating that Oleg Nevzorov, the owner of the Ukrainian corporation KYB linked to a high-profile illegal construction scheme near the Black Sea city of Varna, is in Turkiye. "The information available to me is that Ole»»»

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Arab News 1h

Saudi industry ministry chemical clearance requests rise 29% in April

JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia processed 778 chemical clearance service requests in April, a monthly increase of 29 percent, as industrial permitting activity rebounded alongside efforts to support manufacturing growth and investment. Jarrah bin Mohammed Al-Jarrah, spokesperson of the Ministry of Industry an»»»

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24 News Agency 1h

New composition of Central Election Commission approved in Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG

The Zhogorku Kenesh (Parliament) has approved the new composition of the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums (CEC) of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to recently adopted legislation, the number of CEC members has been reduced from 12 to 8. The new composition was formed on the basis of »»»

24.kg
Sana 1h

Oil rises as Middle East tensions persist, gold slips

London, June 3 (SANA) Oil prices rose on Wednesday as renewed tensions in the Middle East fueled concerns over potential supply disruptions, while gold prices edged lower despite continued geopolitical uncertainty. Brent crude futures gained 1.2% to $97.15 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermedia»»»

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Libya Herald 1h

Economy Ministry introduces new measures to regulate import of grains and raw materials‎ - to stabilise prices and support food security

‎The Ministry of Economy and Trade announced yesterday the start of implementing new measures (No. 289/2026) to regulate the import of grains and raw materials, aimed at limiting imports to actual production units and preventing their importation for the purpose of resale.‎ ‎The measures include re»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Tragedy strikes as fire sweeps through Delhi hotel

1/10Emergency crews responded with eight fire engines and battled the blaze for several hours before bringing it under control. Authorities said more than 40 people were rescued and taken to nearby hospitals for treatment.AP2/10Local residents rescue a foreign national from a hotel engulfed by fire»»»

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Novinite 1h

Sanctions Evasion Probe: Zlatev’s €8.6M Moscow-Linked Property Deal Triggers Institutional Investigation in Bulgaria

A case involving potential violations of EU sanctions and suspected money laundering has triggered a political and institutional response in Bulgaria, after reports that former Lukoil Bulgaria CEO Valentin Zlatev acquired high-value Russian state-owned properties in Sofia. The “Democratic Bulgaria”»»»

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Novinite 1h

“No F-16 Missiles, No Maternity Cuts, No Pension Reduction”: Bulgaria's PM Rejects Claims His Own Party Made

The National Assembly began Wednesday’s plenary session with a minute of silence in memory of MP Lyuben Dilov Jr., who died the previous day. The proposal was made by GERB lawmaker Toma Bikov, who described it as “the most difficult procedure I have ever carried out.” Parliament Speaker Mihaela Dot»»»

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BNE 1h

Shareholders of Prague bourse leader ČEZ greenlight company restructuring and nationalisation

Shareholders of the Prague bourse leader, majority-state-controlled energy utility ČEZ have agreed to set up a new subsidiary of the company as part of government plans to restructure and nationalise the company. The new company should come into existence within weeks of the approval and should inc»»»

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BNE 1h

Two killed in Kenya protests over US-backed Ebola isolation centre

Two people were shot dead in the central Kenyan town of Nanyuki during protests against plans to establish a US-backed Ebola isolation centre at the nearby Laikipia Air Base, according to the BBC. The deaths occurred as demonstrations intensified over a proposed 50-bed Ebola treatment facility inte»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

US Sanctions Iran’s Largest Crypto Exchange over IRGC Links

The United States announced sanctions on Iran’s biggest cryptocurrency exchange on Tuesday, accusing it of enabling the Iranian government and blacklisted state institutions to circumvent Western sanctions. The new sanctions follow a Reuters investigation published on May 1 which showed how Nobitex»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Putin Squeezes Armenia as Russia Seeks to Retain Global Clout

President Vladimir Putin has read long-term ally Armenia the riot act: persist in wanting to join the European Union and you can kiss goodbye to cheap Russian oil and gas. The Russian leader issued the warning before a parliamentary election in Armenia on Sunday, which polls suggest the party of We»»»

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Gulf News 1h

What triggered the deadly US-Iran escalation? What to know

Dubai: A fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran came under severe strain on Wednesday after a series of military exchanges across the Gulf culminated in an Iranian drone strike on Kuwait’s main airport, killing at least one person and injuring others. The latest escalation marks one o»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Khamenei Adviser Vows 'Deluge of Missiles' if New US Attack on Iran

The military adviser to Iran's supreme leader on Wednesday warned of more missile and drone strikes should the United States renew its attacks on Iran. "Every shot fired and every attack will be met with a deluge of missiles and drones," Mohsen Rezaei posted on X, adding that "the aggressor will sw»»»

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Naharnet 2h

Khamenei adviser vows 'deluge of missiles' if new US attack on Iran

The military adviser to Iran's supreme leader on Wednesday warned of more missile and drone strikes should the United States renew its attacks on Iran. "Every shot fired and every attack will be met with a deluge of missiles and drones," Mohsen Rezaei posted on X, adding that "the aggressor will sw»»»

Arab News 2h

Hundreds flee as South Africa anti-migrant mobs go door-to-door

GANSBAAI: Hundreds of foreigners fearing for their lives have taken shelter in community halls on South Africa’s south coast, saying mobs of locals were going door-to-door telling them to leave the country.Mostly nationals of Malawi and Mozambique, many told AFP they had fled their homes at the wee»»»

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Arab News 2h

Gulf countries condemn renewed Iranian attacks targeting Kuwait and Bahrain

DUBAI: Gulf countries have condemned renewed Iranian attacks targeting Kuwait and Bahrain earlier on Wednesday. Saudi Arabia’s Mohammed bin Salman's office responded with a post hours after Iran’s attacks that targeted Bahrain and Kuwait. Bader Al Asaker, head of the private office of Saudi Arabia’»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Higher fares, conflicts, visa delays: UAE families change summertime travel trends

Dubai: With exactly one month left until schools across the UAE break for summer, families are entering one of the busiest travel booking periods of the year — but many are planning holidays differently in 2026. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Across the aviation and t»»»

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Arab News 2h

UAE PMI shows economic growth as Egypt and Kuwait stay in contraction 

RIYADH: Non-oil private sector activity across the UAE, Egypt and Kuwait faced continued headwinds in May, as supply disruptions, regional geopolitical tensions and cost pressures weighed on business conditions. The UAE stayed in expansion territory, Egypt recorded another contraction, and Kuwait r»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Storm Jangmi Dumps Torrential Rain on Tokyo

A severe tropical storm brought torrential rain to Tokyo on Wednesday, swelling rivers, grounding flights and sparking calls to evacuate for hundreds of thousands of people across wide swathes of Japan. Many trains were largely deserted in and around Tokyo, as commuters in the usually bustling mega»»»

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Business-review 2h

Pepsi celebrates 60 years in Romania with an exhibition at Art Safari

Over time, Pepsi has been more than a soft drink: it has become the taste of freedom and experiences shared with loved ones, a constant presence in the way Romanians have lived and celebrated both important and everyday moments in their lives. In this context, the bottle, the can, the crate, and Pe»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 2h

Media Review: June 3

BUDGET – DEBT – PENSIONS The Bulgarian media cover the series of parliamentary decisions and proposals that sparked debate over pension policy and fiscal priorities, including changes to COVID-era supplements, indexation rules, and broader efforts to contain budget spending. *** Dnevnik: The ruling»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Storm Jangmi dumps torrential rain on Tokyo

Tokyo: A severe tropical storm brought torrential rain to Tokyo on Wednesday, swelling rivers, grounding flights and sparking calls to evacuate for hundreds of thousands of people across wide swathes of Japan. Many trains were largely deserted in and around Tokyo, as commuters in the usually bustli»»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
Naharnet 2h

Israeli strikes kill 6 near Tyre, target car on Khaldeh road despite ongoing talks

Lebanese state media reported an Israeli strike near Beirut on Wednesday as well as attacks on south Lebanon, ahead of a second day of talks in Washington between Israel and Lebanon. The state-run National News Agency (NNA) reported "the targeting of a car on the Khaldeh road", referring to an area»»»

Naharnet 2h

UN chief proposes options to help end Lebanon conflict after peacekeepers leave

The United Nations chief has proposed three options to help end the decades-old conflict between Lebanon's Iran-backed Hezbollah militants and Israel when the 8,100-member U.N. peacekeeping mission in southern Lebanon ends on Dec. 31. All of the options presented to the U.N. Security Council by Sec»»»

Arab News 2h

Norway Chess 2026 produces dramatic round 7

OSLO: Round seven of Norway Chess 2026 has kept up the drama in Oslo, with a decisive classical result and two tense Armageddon battles. The headline result on Tuesday came when Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu defeated Alireza Firouzja in classical chess. The Indian star outplayed Firouzja in a long stru»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 2h

PM Comments on Progressive Bulgaria's Proposal to Remove COVID-Related Pension Supplements, Maternity Leave Controversy

Progressive Bulgaria leader and Prime Minister Rumen Radev commented on the opposition’s uproar after the parliamentary group proposed the removal of COVID-related supplements for newly granted pensions. At the Council of Ministers meeting on Wednesday, he argued that “not a single euro, not a sing»»»

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24 News Agency 2h

New building for regional prosecutor's office opened in Batken - | 24.KG

A new building for the regional prosecutor’s office has been opened in Batken. The ceremony was attended by Cabinet Chairman Adylbek Kasymaliev, the Cabinet press service reported. The new two-story facility provides modern conditions for official operations and the reception of citizens. Construct»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Did India really sell $12 billion worth of gold to save the rupee from crashing?

Dubai: The Indian government has dismissed claims that the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) sold nearly $12 billion worth of gold reserves to protect the rupee and bolster foreign currency assets, calling the assertion "fake" and inconsistent with official data. The clarification came after a Bloomberg »»»

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24 News Agency 2h

 Kyrgyzstan to replace gymnasiums and lyceums with profile-oriented schools - | 24.KG

Starting this year, Kyrgyzstan will introduce pre-profile schools, followed by a full transition to profile-oriented schools next year. Education Minister Dogdurgul Kendirbaeva announced during a broadcast on Birinchi Radio. She noted that lyceums and gymnasiums have been stripped of their special »»»

24.kg
France24 2h

Eye on Africa - Two killed in Kenya protests over US Ebola centre

In tonight's edition, two people reportedly die in Kenya during protests over a planned quarantine center for US nationals. Also, Kenyans march under banners bearing the names of hundreds of murdered women. And Beninese creators are turning to digital games to help young people explore their c»»»

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Sputnik 2h

Tehran Says Condemns US Strikes on Qeshm Island, Reiterates Iran's Right to Defend Itself

TEHRAN (Sputnik) - Tehran condemns the US strikes on Qeshm Island and the attack on an Iranian tanker, reiterating Iran's right to defend itself, and blames Kuwait and Bahrain for complicity, the Iranian Foreign Ministry said on Wednesday. "The Iranian Foreign Ministry strongly condemns the aggress»»»

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Arab News 2h

NBA Finals showcase new era of parity as Knicks and Spurs renew rivalry with history on the line

DUBAI: The 2026 NBA Finals tip off on Thursday, June 4, with the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs meeting on basketball’s biggest stage for the first time since 1999. The Knicks are seeking their first NBA championship since 1973, while the Spurs are chasing a sixth title. Regardless of the ou»»»

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Arab News 2h

Walk on real Omani sand at the heart of La Biennale di Venezia

VENICE: The Sultanate of Oman Pavilion at the 61st International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia, which ends on Nov. 22, is asking visitors to slow down and engage with unexpected materials — and fellow guests. “We are bringing sand from a desert in Oman to Venice,” artist and curator Hait»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

OECD Cuts 2026 Global Growth Forecasts Over Mideast War Fallout

The war in the Middle East has dented economic growth prospects worldwide, with a more severe shock likely if no effective ceasefire is agreed before 2027, the OECD warned Wednesday. Global economic growth is now forecast to slip to 2.8 percent for 2026 if Gulf exports of oil and gas return to pre-»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

New Delhi Hotel Fire Kills at Least 21

At least 21 people were killed when a fire ripped through a hotel in New Delhi on Wednesday, police said, in one of the deadliest blazes in the Indian capital in recent years. Building fires are common in India due to a lack of firefighting equipment and routine disregard for safety regulations. Th»»»

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Business-review 3h

Why Field Service Teams Need Time Tracking With GPS, Geofencing, and Mobile

For a long time, time tracking was seen as something only desk workers needed. The assumption was simple: if you sit at a desk, a time tracker makes sense, but if you’re out in the field, it doesn’t apply to you. So cleaning crews, landscaping teams, and HVAC technicians simply kept relying on manu»»»

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