Starmer preparing to step down as early as next week – Telegraph
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer could announce plans to step down as early as next week amid collapsing support within the Labour Party, The Telegraph reported on Saturday, citing government officials. Calls for Starmer’s resignation have grown since Labour lost nearly 1,500 seats in local elections»»»
Chicago Juneteenth shooting leaves 13 injured
At least 13 people were injured in a suspected drive-by shooting that targeted a holiday crowd in Chicago on Friday night, CBS News has reported. The incident took place on Juneteenth, a holiday that celebrates the end of slavery in the US. At around 11 PM, a red SUV drove up to a large group of pe»»»
What’s going on with US-Iran talks and the Strait of Hormuz?
The situation in the Strait of Hormuz remains tense following the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran, as the countries’ delegations descend on Switzerland for follow-up discussions. Commercial shipping through the key waterway was disrupted after the US-Israeli attack »»»
King Charles III to reveal personal tax bill in historic first for UK monarch
Britain's King Charles III will become the first monarch to share his personal tax information in a bid to improve transparency, Buckingham Palace told UK media on Saturday. British royalty has no obligation to disclose their tax bills, but recent scandals surrounding the disgraced former prin»»»
Fête de la musique: France restricts public alcohol consumption as heat wave bakes parts of Europe
France restricted public drinking Sunday in “red alert” zones, including Paris, as Fête de la musique kicks off to cope with a heat wave unfurling across parts of Europe. Emergency services and military forces were also put on wildfire alert as about a third of France was placed under the nati»»»
7 women killed in toxic gas leak at Tamil Nadu seafood plant
CHENNAI: Seven women workers were killed and dozens more hospitalised after a major ammonia gas leak at a seafood processing and export unit in Tamil Nadu's Tiruvallur district, Indian media reports said on Sunday. The leak occurred at a private seafood processing facility in Kannigaipair village n»»»
Israel says no restriction on troops ‘eliminating threats’ in Lebanon
JERUSALEM: Israel’s defense minister said Sunday that Israeli forces had standing orders to act against any threat they encountered inside Lebanon, insisting that troops would remain in the so-called security zone established within Lebanese territory. “There has never been, and there is currently »»»
Israel says no restriction on troops ‘eliminating threats’ in Lebanon
JERUSALEM: Israel’s defense minister said Sunday that Israeli forces had standing orders to act against any threat they encountered inside Lebanon, insisting that troops would remain in the so-called security zone established within Lebanese territory. “There has never been, and there is currently »»»
Why fermented foods are so good for gut, and 5 ways to eat them more
Almost every culture on earth has fermented foods in its traditional cuisine. These foods - from yogurt to sauerkraut to kimchi and kefir - are made with microorganisms that transform them. Fermentation provided a way to preserve foods thousands of years before refrigeration was invented, and it wa»»»
Cautious calm returns to South Lebanon – Ya Libnan
Share: Smoke rises to the sky following an Israeli military strike in southern Lebanon as seen from northern Israel, Friday, June 19, 2026. A state of cautious calm is being observed across southern Lebanon and the country as a whole After two days of intense military escalation, no airstrikes or a»»»
Al-Manar correspondent reports Israeli drone activity over Beirut’s southern suburb (Dahiyeh) - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Lebanese Army urges residents to delay return to southern villages and comply the directives of deployed units to ensure their safety amid threat of Israeli attacks - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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MOHRE opens private tutoring work permits to four categories
The UAE has outlined eligibility criteria for private tutoring work permits, allowing students, teachers and employees from both the public and private sectors to legally provide private lessons after obtaining approval from the authorities. The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE)»»»
Egypt’s TMG launches global Sylvester Stallone campaign for EGP 1.6 trillion SouthMed project (video)
Egypt’s Talaat Moustafa Group Holding (TMG) has launched a global promotional campaign fronted by Hollywood actor Sylvester Stallone for its SouthMed tourism project, a development with investments nearing EGP 1 trillion and anticipated sales of EGP 1.6 trillion (approximately $35bn). The campaign »»»
King Charles to reveal tax details for the first time, palace says
LONDON: Britain’s King Charles will tell the public for the first time on Thursday how much tax he pays as monarch, a royal spokesperson said on Sunday, as Buckingham Palace seeks to be more accountable and transparent. By law, Charles is not obliged to pay income tax, capital gains tax or inher»»»
Global investors gather in Riyadh as Saudi tourism boom gathers pace
RIYADH: The Future Hospitality Summit will open in Riyadh on Monday under the theme “Where Opportunity Meets Capital,” bringing together more than 150 speakers and industry leaders to discuss hospitality and tourism investment opportunities across the region. Held against the backdrop of Saudi Arab»»»
Egypt uncovers two rare dynastic tombs in Minya, shedding light on ancient funerary architecture
Egypt has uncovered two rare tombs dating back to the Early Dynastic Period in Minya province, a discovery that archaeologists say could provide new insights into the evolution of ancient Egyptian funerary architecture and burial practices. The Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities said a mission fro»»»
Saudi Arabia arrests 15,288 illegal residents, deports 10,458 in week-long sweep
Saudi Arabia arrested 15,288 people for violations of residency, labour and border security regulations during nationwide inspection campaigns carried out over the past week, the Interior Ministry said. The arrests were made during joint operations conducted with relevant government agencies betwee»»»
Saudi Arabia makes occupational fitness screening mandatory for workers
Saudi Arabia has introduced mandatory occupational fitness and non-communicable disease screenings for all workers and employees through a phased rollout covering the public, private and non-profit sectors, according to new guidelines issued by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development»»»
France presses ahead with music festivals despite extreme heat
PARIS: France on Sunday prepared to host its annual street music festival in boiling heat, with a third of the country placed on red alert and alcohol consumption banned. Every year on June 21, musicians take over France, filling bars, street corners and rooftops as revellers celebrate midsummer la»»»
Qatari diplomacy played pivotal role in finalizing US-Iran MoU: Envoy
Burgenstock Resort Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the Swiss Confederation HE Mohamed bin Jaham Al Kuwari has affirmed that Qatari diplomacy played a pivotal role in supporting the efforts that led to the signing of the memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the United States of America and »»»
Strait of Hormuz Remains Closed – Reports
TEHRAN (Sputnik) - The Strait of Hormuz remains closed after Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy suspended the issuance of passage permits to vessels until further notice, the Fars news agency reported on Sunday, citing a source in the Iranian armed forces. Technical-level negotiat»»»
Three days of rain forecast in UAE from Tuesday
The UAE is expected to see rainfall from Tuesday through Thursday, accompanied by fog, mist and a drop in temperatures later in the week, the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) said. The forecaster said convective clouds are expected to develop from Tuesday afternoon, bringing showers to parts of»»»
Iran says Lebanon conflict 'main topic' in US talks
Iran said on Sunday that the ongoing conflict in Lebanon between Israel and Hezbollah will top the agenda in talks with the United States in Switzerland, as well as issues such as frozen Iranian funds and the sale of the country's oil. "The Zionist regime continues to violate its commitment in Leba»»»
Green broker training programme debuts in UAE
Dubai: As sustainability becomes an increasingly important factor in property buying and investment decisions, a new training programme launched in the UAE is seeking to equip real estate brokers with the knowledge needed to navigate the growing green economy. Kotook Tech Ltd., in collaboration wit»»»
Iran says Lebanon conflict ‘main topic’ in US talks
TEHRAN: Iran said on Sunday that the ongoing conflict in Lebanon between Israel and militant group Hezbollah will top the agenda in talks with the United States in Switzerland, as well as issues such as frozen Iranian funds and the sale of the country’s oil. “The Zionist regime continues to violate»»»
Shargeeya reps Saudi culture with World Cup fan event, Adidas campaign
DUBAI: Saudi singer Shargeeya is bringing the Kingdom’s culture to the global football stage this summer, combining a high-profile performance at a FIFA fan event in Atlanta with a starring role in Adidas’ latest campaign for the Saudi national team’s kit. The rising artist, whose real name is Sara»»»
Implementation gap biggest obstacle to development, says IsDB chairman
JEDDAH: The biggest obstacle facing many Islamic Development Bank member countries is not access to capital but weak implementation capacity that prevents development plans from becoming bankable projects, IsDB Group Chairman Mohammed Al-Jasser said. Speaking to Arab News after securing a new five-»»»
Watch: Dubai Police join Indian expats to celebrate International Yoga Day in UAE
Dubai/Abu Dhabi: When the Dubai Police Band struck up its performance at the Dubai Police Officers' Club early on Sunday morning, it set the tone for what turned out to be one of the most spirited International Yoga Day celebrations the UAE community has seen. More than 2,500 people rolled out thei»»»
US-Iran Talks Set to Begin on Sunday Morning - Swiss Foreign Ministry
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Talks between US and Iranian delegations on the implementation of the memorandum of understanding are due to begin on Sunday morning, the Swiss foreign ministry said. "Talks between the parties are set to begin during the course of the morning," the ministry said in a live update»»»
Africa, Asia Increase Food Imports From Russia Amid Looming El Nino Concerns
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Countries across Asia, Africa and the Middle East are increasing imports of Russian food products amid uncertainty surrounding the Strait of Hormuz and concerns over the approaching El Nino climate phenomenon, Russia’s state-owned Rosselkhozbank (RSHB) told Sputnik on Sunday. El »»»
12 injured in shooting in Chicago, USA
Washington, USA: A shooting targeting a group of people in Chicago, Illinois, left 12 injured. Chicago police said in a statement that an SUV stopped near a group of people on a city street before two people inside opened fire indiscriminately, injuring 12 people, including four women. Police added»»»
Israeli army says soldier killed in south Lebanon fighting
The Israeli military said that one of its soldiers was killed in fighting in southern Lebanon on Saturday, marking the fifth such fatality since a U.S.-Iran deal was reached to end the Middle East war. Staff Sergeant Nir Ben Ari "fell in combat" in southern Lebanon, the military said, a day after f»»»
Three boys die after sea rescue at Spanish beach
Madrid, Spain: Three boys have died after getting into difficulty while swimming at a beach near Tarragona in northeastern Spain, officials said Sunday. The incident happened on Friday at Arrabassada beach when a group of six boys jumped into the sea from rocks while a yellow warning flag was flyin»»»
Can small nations survive in a world of civilizational giants?
Alongside the ongoing debate among scholars and expert circles regarding the most accurate terminology for the emerging global order – multipolar, polycentric, or multi-nodal – the concept of the “civilizational state” has naturally gained prominence. I first encountered this framework in the work »»»
America’s unfinished race war: From black power to George Floyd’s legacy
Recently George Floyd’s brother showed off his new diamond encrusted gold medallion with George’s face on it worth about $45,000. He claimed that it immortalized Floyd’s legacy. Many commenters were doubtful if that was the best way to express feelings and asked whether the medallion had been paid »»»
Why are Albanians protesting a Trump family-linked resort? Inside the ‘Flamingo Revolution’
Albania is preparing for the biggest anti-government protest in weeks on Saturday night, with tens of thousands from all over country, as well as diaspora representatives from abroad, arriving in the capital Tirana, according to local media reports. The Balkan country has seen three weeks of demons»»»
DEWA International launched to develop power and water projects worldwide
Dubai: Dubai Electricity and Water Authority has launched DEWA International, a wholly owned independent subsidiary that will develop conventional and clean energy projects worldwide, marking a new phase in Dubai’s push to export its power and water infrastructure model to global markets. Sign up f»»»
Lebanon central bank condemns Israeli strike on branch in south
Lebanon's central bank on Saturday condemned a "direct and deliberate" Israeli attack on one of its branches in the southern city of Nabatieh, where Israel had intensified its strikes despite a ceasefire. "Israeli forces directly targeted a branch of the Bank of Lebanon in Nabatieh," the bank said »»»
Cautious calm prevails in Nabatieh region as municipalities urge residents to delay return until survey operations are completed and safety is secured: Al-Manar correspondent in southern Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Delegations Arrive in Switzerland as Emergency Session on Lebanon Added to Talks Schedule - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Sheikh Hamdan pays heartfelt Father’s Day tribute to Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid
Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, paid tribute to his father, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE an»»»
Cautious calm engulfs south Lebanon as ceasefire appears to hold
Cautious calm has been engulfing south Lebanon since Saturday, after Israel's political leadership ordered its army to cease its operations, reportedly following intense U.S. pressure to do so. An Israeli army official said Saturday that the military had received orders from the political leadershi»»»
Vance says 'things getting better' in Lebanon
U.S. Vice President JD Vance has said that Lebanon is one of "two big things" that will be discussed in the negotiations with Iran, as he departed from Washington for Switzerland. “I can only be there for a day or two. I think we’re going to hopefully make progress on the nuclear issue, make progre»»»
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi meets Swiss counterpart Ignazio Cassis - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Nine Palestinians martyred, 41 others injured in Gaza in last 24 hours: health sources - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Britain's King Charles to reveal personal tax bill: reports
London, United Kingdom: King Charles III will reveal his personal tax bill in a bid to improve transparency, Buckingham Palace told UK media on Saturday, as royal finances come under increasing public scrutiny. Charles will become the first monarch to share his personal tax information, a Buckingha»»»
Mass Ashura Rallies Across Iran Reaffirm Support for Lebanon
Massive Ashura gatherings swept across the Iranian capital and multiple provinces, where tens of thousands of mourners filled squares and mosques in solemn commemoration. projecting a clear political message of solidarity with Lebanon amid ongoing Israeli escalation. Hezbollah flags were visibly ra»»»
Tunisia crash out of World Cup after devastating defeat to Japan
RIYADH: The 1,000th match in FIFA World Cup history — at Estadio BBVA in Guadalupe, Monterrey — brought Tunisia and Japan together in a meeting that carried major consequences for both teams. Japan needed a convincing victory to keep pace with the Netherlands, who had thrashed Sweden 5-1 earlier in»»»
Dubai restaurant’s comedy-drama series focuses on power of storytelling
DUBAI: A Dubai restaurant has taken an unusual approach to marketing by turning its staff into actors. Bocasu, a Japanese-inspired dining concept in Al-Quoz, Dubai, has launched “BocaShow,” a 10-episode scripted comedy-drama series on YouTube featuring its own team playing fictionalized versions of»»»