Albena Beach Earns Blue Flag Award for 30th Consecutive Year
Albena Beach has received the Blue Flag award for the 30th consecutive year in 2026. Speaking to BTA, Albena's Head of Sports Sector, Stoyan Zlatev, said the milestone reflects a long-term strategy, continuity and disciplined adherence to international standards. "The Blue Flag is not simply an awa»»»
Death toll from Israeli aggression in Lebanon rises to 3,783, with 11,699 injured
Beirut: The death toll from the Israeli aggression against Lebanon since March 2 has risen to 3,783, with 11,699 others injured. The Lebanese Ministry of Health's Emergency Operations Center said in a statement that the cumulative toll from the Israeli aggression since March 2 has reached 3,783 fat»»»
‘Spider-Man of Yemen’ dies in fall while climbing volcanic crater
CAIRO: A daredevil adventurer known as “The Spider-Man of Yemen” has died after falling into a volcano crater while attempting to climb vertical rock faces without safety equipment, authorities said.Al-Qaqa Ibn Antar, 30, was climbing the steep walls of the Hardah Dam volcanic crater in the souther»»»
World Cup referee Omar Artan will receive full fee from FIFA
ATLANTA: The Somali referee who was denied entry to the United States for the World Cup will still be paid his full tournament fee. A person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press that Omar Artan will still be entitled to payment despite not officiating any games at the near six-»»»
Hamilton claims his first Ferrari win at Barcelona Grand Prix
MONTMELO, Spain: Lewis Hamilton claimed his first victory for Ferrari on Sunday at the Barcelona-Catalunya Formula One Grand Prix, ending championship leader Kimi Antonelli’s five-race winning streak. The seven-time world champion finished ahead of George Russell and Lando Norris, while Antonelli w»»»
Meet the Indian expat in UAE, 51, who has donated blood 105 times
Ajman: On May 31, Indian expat Babu V quietly marked his 51st birthday the way he has marked many milestones over the past two and a half decades in the UAE. He rolled up his right sleeve at the Dubai Blood Donation Centre and gave blood. It was his 105th donation. Babu V, popularly known as Babu M»»»
Putin and Trump Discuss Ukraine, Iran and Bilateral Ties by Phone – Kremlin
Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke by phone with his US counterpart Donald Trump and wished him a happy 80th birthday, Kremlin Aide Yuri Ushakov said. The call lasted 55 minutes and covered Ukraine, Iran and broader bilateral relations.Key statements:🔶The conversation was friendly, frank and ev»»»
Makkah calligrapher Abdul Rahim Amin Bukhari’s legacy in Kaaba kiswa
MAKKAH: Over the years, the Holy Kaaba’s kiswa has been crafted by skilled artisans who shaped its artistic character. The late calligrapher Abdul Rahim Amin Bukhari is among the most notable for his work in Arabic calligraphy and Islamic design. Born in Makkah in 1917, Bukhari grew up in a cultura»»»
Trump: Israel attack on Beirut ‘should not have happened’
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump on Sunday said Israeli strikes on Beirut “should not have happened” as he vowed a regional peace deal was at hand, though he did not confirm reports it would be signed during the day. “We are very close to a Deal that will bring peace to the region, including t»»»
Hungary says Ukraine’s EU bid hinges on minority rights
Ukraine must respect the rights of its ethnic Hungarian minority if it wants to join the EU, Hungary’s new prime minister, Peter Magyar, has said. An estimated 80,000 Hungarians live in Ukraine, mostly in the western Zakarpattia Region. Their status has long been a point of contention between the n»»»
Dozens arrested in New York violence after Knicks win title
New York: New York police said Sunday that 63 people were arrested overnight as unruly crowds flooded into the city's streets to celebrate the Knicks' first NBA championship in 53 years. One person was shot and four were stabbed as people bashed police cars with bats, shattering windshields, and se»»»
Trump Urges Israel to Refrain From Striking Lebanon
WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - US President Donald Trump on Sunday condemned the Israeli strike on Beirut and called on Israel to cease strikes on Lebanon amid the upcoming US-Iran deal. "This morning's attack on Beirut should not have happened," Trump wrote on Truth Social. He added that it was a retaliat»»»
Axios, citing US and Israeli officials: “Israel” informed US Central Command ahead of carrying out the strike in Beirut - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Trump slams Israel over Dahieh attack, urges parties to cease fire to achieve 'peace deal'
U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday criticized Israel for launching a new attack on Beirut's southern suburbs and urged all parties to show restraint in order to achieve a "peace deal." "This morning’s attack on Beirut should not have happened, particularly on a special day when we are so close t»»»
Israeli Bombs on Lebanon Expose False US Promises — Iranian Parliament Speaker
Israeli attacks on Beirut once again demonstrate that the US lacks the will or the ability to keep its promises, Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said, calling ongoing US-Iran peace talks into question. The Israeli Defense Forces claimed it hit a Hezbollah command center in the D»»»
Israeli strikes Beirut, accuses Hezbollah of cease-fire violation - UPI.com
People stand near the site of an apartment targeted by an Israeli airstrike in Beirut’s southern suburbs on Sunday. Photo by Wael Hamzeh/EPA June 14 (UPI) -- The Israeli military launched an attack on Hezbollah targets in Beirut on Sunday, accusing the group of violating a cease-fire agreement earl»»»
Six killed as helicopters collide in Rio de Janeiro: fire brigade
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil: At least six people died Sunday after two helicopters collided mid-air in western Rio de Janeiro, Brazilian firefighters said. "Reports indicate that the helicopters collided in mid-air and crashed into the parking lot of an electric car dealership, igniting a fire that engu»»»
London, Tokyo agree $24-billion investment deal
London: Britain and Japan on Sunday sealed a sweeping economic and technological partnership, expected to generate over £18 billion ($24 billion) in investment, during a visit to London by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Takaichi held talks at his Dow»»»
Ministry of Environment and Climate Change launches sea turtle hatchling release season at Fuwairit Beach
Doha: The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MECC) has launched the season for the hatching and release of juvenile hawksbill sea turtles into their natural habitat at Fuwairit Beach. The move is part of the nation’s efforts to protect biodiversity and conserve endangered marine species. I»»»
Hezbollah fighters again forced an Israeli Hermes-450 (Zik) UAV to retreat from Lebanese airspace, marking the second and third such incidents reported over the Iqlim Al-Tuffah region: Military Media Statements 9, 10 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Hezbollah fighters intercepted an Israeli Hermes 450 (Zik) UAV over the Iqlim Al-Tuffah region, engaging it with a surface-to-air missile, compelling it to retreat from Lebanese airspace: Military Media Statement 8 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Indian lawmakers slam US response after killing of sailors in Oman waters
NEW DELHI: Indian lawmakers denounced on Sunday the lack of a US apology over the killing of three seafarers off the coast of Oman, as another sailor died from medical complications aboard a vessel stranded in the region amid the US blockade. Aditya Sharma, a cadet, Shivanand Chaurashiya, a fitter,»»»
Palestinian death toll in Gaza tops 73,000
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip: Gaza’s Health Ministry says the Palestinian death toll from the Israel-Hamas war has surpassed 73,000.The updated toll on Sunday came as Israel has continued to strike despite a fragile ceasefire deal reached in October.Confirmation came from Zaher Al-Waheidi, head of the»»»
Palestinian death toll in Gaza tops 73,000
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip: Gaza’s Health Ministry says the Palestinian death toll from the Israel-Hamas war has surpassed 73,000. The updated toll on Sunday came as Israel has continued to strike despite a fragile ceasefire deal reached in October. Confirmation came from Zaher Al-Waheidi, head of t»»»
Kuwait Airways launches first direct flights to Mykonos as part of 2026 summer schedule
Kuwait Airways on Sunday launched its first commercial flights to the Greek island of Mykonos, operating twice-weekly services on Sundays and Thursdays as part of its 2026 summer schedule. Acting Chief Executive Officer Abdulwahab Al Shatti said the new route reflects the airline’s commitment to ex»»»
Iran says 'no point' in US talks after Dahieh strike, casting doubt on deal
Iran said on Sunday there was "no point" in peace talks with the United States, accusing it of failing to uphold its commitments and casting doubt on a deal that Donald Trump had insisted would be signed imminently. The latest hurdle came hours after Israel -- which launched the war alongside the U»»»
Thunderstorms to continue across southwestern Saudi Arabia through this week
Thunderstorms and rainfall are expected to continue across parts of southwestern Saudi Arabia through this week, the National Centre for Meteorology (NCM) said. The NCM said light to moderate rain is forecast over the highlands of the Jazan, Asir, Al Baha and Mecca regions, with weather conditions »»»
QNL highlights methodologies for documenting, writing Qatar's contemporary history
Doha, Qatar: Qatar National Library (QNL) organized a lecture and workshop within the Qatar Contemporary History series, which shed light on the methodologies for documenting and writing Qatar's contemporary history, as part of the Library's efforts to strengthen skills in historical research and a»»»
Indian seafarers under attack near Iran-Oman waters
Dubai: Indian seafarers working on commercial vessels near Iran and the Strait of Hormuz have reported distress calls and alleged they are being targeted amid escalating maritime tensions in the region, while hundreds of sailors remain stranded at sea for months, according to official and crew acco»»»
Hungary faces annual loss of 50,000 workers, AI adoption lags behind Europe, experts warn
Hungary’s labour market is entering a critical period as demographic decline, labour shortages and slow workplace adoption of artificial intelligence combine to create what business leaders describe as a “perfect storm”. Experts speaking at the Business Summit organised by Prohuman Group, the Hunga»»»
WE and AASTMT inaugurate Cybersecurity Innovation Lab in Smart Village
Cybersecurity took another step towards becoming a strategic pillar of Egypt’s digital economy after the official inauguration of a new Cybersecurity Innovation Lab at the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) in Smart Village. The facility forms part of the WE Innova»»»
Health workers struggle to contain Ebola in Congo camps as distrust grows
NIZI:After the Kpangba displacement camp became the first in this part of war-torn Congo to record deaths from Ebola two weeks ago, health workers rushed to trace those who had come into contact with the deceased to break chains of transmission.But the workers — from the provincial health ministry»»»
Lebanon complains to UN over Israel killing of army troops, herbicide use
Lebanon's foreign ministry said it had lodged a complaint with the United Nations over Israel's alleged spraying of herbicide glyphosate in Lebanese territory near the border earlier this year. In a statement circulated on Sunday, the ministry said it had sent a letter to the UN Security Council an»»»
Battle over Lahore’s historic Ewing Hall sparks uproar
Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.Dubai: A fierce controversy has erupted over the Punjab government’s repossession of the historic Ewing Hall in Lahore’s Anarkali district, triggering protests from Forman Christian College University (FCCU), herita»»»
Araghchi: Regional security cannot be achieved by sidelining Iran, as demonstrated during teh recent war - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Expat remittances up 4.5% end of May 2026 (BCT)
Tunis, June 14 (TAP) - Expat remittances edged up 4.5% to TND 3,669 million by the end of May 2026, compared with TND 3,510 million the same period last year. Converted into US dollars, these remittances amount to approximately US$1,267 million,...»»»
Abu Dhabi highlights 5 heat stress warning signs and 4 prevention steps as UAE midday work ban begins
The Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has urged employers and workers to follow heat safety measures during the summer, identifying five key warning signs of heat stress and four essential preventive steps as part of its “Safety in the Heat” programme. The centre said the initiative aims to raise awar»»»
Qatar Museums wins six awards at International Sustainability Awards 2026
Doha, Qatar: Qatar Museums (QM) has been honoured with six prestigious awards at the International Sustainability Awards 2026, organised by Awards International, reflecting its commitment to environmental stewardship, social impact and operational excellence across its institutions and initiatives.»»»
Iranian state TV: The body responsible for monitoring Strait of Hormuz confirms that the waterway will remain closed until further notice - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Islamic Resistance fighters targeted gathering of Israeli soldiers in Al-Qantara with attack drone: Hezbollah Military Media statement 7 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Lebanon complains to Security Council over alleged Israeli use of herbicide
BEIRUT: Lebanon’s foreign ministry said it had lodged a complaint with the United Nations over Israel’s alleged spraying of herbicide glyphosate in Lebanese territory near the border earlier this year. In a statement circulated on Sunday, the ministry said it had sent a letter to the UN Security Co»»»
Dubai Emirates Road crash: Colleagues bid farewell as bodies of seven Indian and Sri Lankan workers flown home
Dubai: They came to build a better life. They go home as the reason for a grief that cuts across borders. As the bodies of seven Indian and Sri Lankan expat workers killed in last Sunday's devastating Emirates Road minibus crash were embalmed one after the other late on Friday evening, colleagues, »»»
Al-Manar correspondent in southern Lebanon reports Israeli artilley shelling on Nabatieh Al-Fawqa - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Hezbollah’s Islamic Resistance fighters fired a successive rocket barrages targeting gatherings of Israeli soldiers and vehicle in the southwestern outskirts of Majdal Zoun Lebanese border village: Military Media statement 6 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah’s Islamic Resistance fighters fired a successive rocket barrages targeting gatherings of Israeli soldiers and vehicle in the sout»»»
Islamic Resistance fighters targeted a newly established Israeli artillery emplacement in Sarda Farm in southern Lebanon with an attack drone: Hezbollah Military Media statement 5 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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K-pop helps open 2026 World Cup across North America - UPI.com
EJAE performs "DNA" with Andrea Bocelli as Lisa opens World Cup stage and BTS heads to final halftime show Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli and K-pop star EJAE perform the official FIFA World Cup anthem, "DNA" before the opening game of the 2026 World Cup between Mexico and South Africa at Aztec Stadiu»»»
Despite regular strikes on Ukraine, Russia's offensive seems to be losing steam
Strikes on Ukraine remain a regular occurrence, but behind this show of force, the Russian army’s offensive on the front lines is showing signs of slowing down, analysts say. More than four years after the full-scale invasion began, Russian capture of Ukrainian towns are becoming increasingly rare.»»»
Rain in mid-June? Eastern UAE welcomes rare summer showers
Fujairah: Rainfall swept parts of the UAE's eastern region on Sunday, bringing an unusual midsummer weather scene to a country where temperatures are forecast to approach 47C in the coming days. Light to moderate showers were reported along the Khorfakkan Road and areas near Sheikh Khalifa Road lea»»»
Islamic Resistance fighters targeted gathering of Israeli soldiers, vehicles in Al-Qantara with a barrage of rockets: Hezbollah Military Media statement 3 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Israeli strike on Beirut’s Dahiyeh targeted a residential building in Ghobeiry: Al-Manar correspondent - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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