Arab News 38m

Mbappe double sends France into knockout rounds after lengthy weather delay

PHILADALEPHIA: ‌Kylian Mbappe scored twice as France secured their ​place in the World Cup knockout rounds with a 3-0 victory over Iraq on Monday after a thunderstorm ‌delay turned ‌the Group ​I ‌clash ⁠into ​an almost ⁠four-hour affair. Mbappe, who now sits two goals (16) behind Lionel Messi on th»»»

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Gulf News 54m

Flights cost more this summer — here’s how UAE travellers are still making holidays happen

Dubai: UAE travellers are still planning summer holidays, but rising airfares are changing how and when they book, with travel agents reporting ticket prices up by around 30 to 40 per cent compared to the summer of 2025. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.While summer is »»»

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Gulf News 54m

Beyond points and discounts: How regional brands are building emotional loyalty

For years, loyalty programmes across the region operated on a simple formula: spend more, earn more. Points, vouchers, cashback, and discounts became the currency of customer retention. But in today’s market, where consumers are overwhelmed with choice and increasingly resistant to transactional ma»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Lebanese president discusses Israel truce with senior US, Qatari officials

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and US Vice President JD Vance discussed a "de-confliction" mechanism for Lebanon on Monday, Aoun's office said, as Vance said the move aimed to prevent spiralling Israel-Hezbollah violence. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu nonetheless declared that Israeli f»»»

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BNE 1h

India's Laxyo enters African underground mining market with $23mn contract at Zambia's Mopani copper mine

Indian mining contractor Laxyo Ltd is entering the African underground mining market with a INR2bn ($23mn) raise-boring contract at Zambia's Mopani Copper Mines, as the company prepares for an initial public offering and seeks to expand beyond its home market. The project will be executed through s»»»

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BNE 1h

TIIF 2026: Albania looks to Central Asia and Middle Corridor links to Asia

When Albanian President Bajram Begaj addressed the Tashkent International Investment Forum (TIIF) on June 17, he was making the case for a relationship that, by his own government's admission, has barely existed for the past three decades. "Some countries are easy to locate on a map, but difficult »»»

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Gulf News 1h

From FTSE 100 giant to staff payout crisis: Inside Petrofac’s collapse

Dubai: Petrofac was once one of the biggest names in energy services, with a market value of more than £6 billion, or about Dh27.5 billion, and a place in the FTSE 100. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Its fall was not sudden. A corruption probe, heavy debt, failed rest»»»

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UPI 1h

Three dead in Montreal shooting, including police officer and suspect - UPI.com

A police officer and a civilian were killed Monday in a shooting in the Montreal borough of Côte-des-Neiges, police said. The suspect in the shooting was also killed. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo June 22 (UPI) -- A shootout Monday afternoon in the Montreal borough of Côte-des-Neige»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Iran rejects Vance's claims of Tehran allowing nuclear inspectors, says interactions with IAEA based on 'safeguards'

Tehran: Iran has pushed back against claims made by US Vice President JD Vance that Tehran had agreed to allow international nuclear inspectors into the country, with Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei stating that the country's engagement with the International Atomic Energy Agen»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Brent crude slides to $77.90, Russian Urals down to $61.19

Oil prices were mixed in early Asian trading on Tuesday as investors weighed easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East against the prospect of additional Iranian crude returning to global markets following a temporary easing of US sanctions. As of 7:59 am Tokyo time, US West Texas Intermediat»»»

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RT 2h

Keir Starmer’s resignation is an illusion of democracy

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s resignation on Monday exemplifies the cynical sham of ‘democratic renewal’ in a system dominated by globalist plutocratic interests. Starmer stood outside 10 Downing Street and announced that he was stepping down as leader of the Labour Party and head of govern»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Shooting in Montreal, Canada leaves three dead including suspect

A midday shooting in Montreal killed three people on Monday, including a police officer, a civilian, and the alleged gunman, triggering rare levels of shock across the Canadian city. The bloodshed occurred in a partly Jewish neighbourhood that includes kosher markets and restaurants, but police dec»»»

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Gulf News 2h

'Solar maximum': Why the Sun can disrupt satellites, GPS, power grids

It feels like Earth has been experiencing more extreme heat lately. And it may be tempting to blame the Sun. But while the Sun is currently in one of its most active periods in more than a decade, scientists say its greatest immediate impact is not making the planet significantly hotter — it is inc»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire appears to be holding

Tilak Pokharel, a spokesperson for the UN peacekeeping force in southern Lebanon known as UNIFIL, said Monday evening that a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah appears to be holding. “We have not detected trajectories from either side since yesterday,” he said. “We have also not seen airstrikes»»»

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Ya Libnan 2h

Israeli PM, DM and Army chiefs reiterate pledge to ‘continue to act decisively to thwart threats’ in Lebanon – Ya Libnan

Share: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (C) meets with Defense Minister Israel Katz (L) and IDF chief of staff Eyal Zamir at the Kirya military headquarters in Tel Aviv on May 26, 2026. (Maayan Toaf/ GPO) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Defense Minister Israel Katz, IDF Chief of»»»

UPI 3h

Judge rules DOJ subpoenas of Walz, others are unconstitutional - UPI.com

Gov.Tim Walz of Minnesota is shown during a House committee hearing March 4 at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. On Monday, a federal judge threw out Justice Department subpoenas issued to Walz and other Democratic officials, saying they were unconstitutional. File Photo by Annabelle Gordon/UPI »»»

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Gulf News 3h

Why Hormuz blockade gives US crucial leverage over Iran

Iran is wasting little time moving its oil back into global markets. This came following the easing of naval blockade imposed by the US military around the Strait of Hormuz under an interim agreement that opened the door to 60 days of high-stakes negotiations over Tehran's nuclear programme and the»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

More than 2,000 participate in grand International Day of Yoga celebration

Tribune News Network Doha The Embassy of India in Qatar, in association with the Indian Sports Centre (ISC), Indian Cultural Centre (ICC), Indian Community Benevolent Forum (ICBF), and Indian Business and Professionals Council (IBPC) Qatar, organised a grand celebration of the International Day of »»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

Qatar Charity eye care campaign in Somalia benefits more than 600

Tribune News Network Doha With generous support from philanthropists, Qatar Charity (QC) has successfully concluded a specialised medical campaign to combat eye diseases in Somalia. The initiative, conducted over two weeks at Jalkayo General Hospital in cooperation with the Ministry of Health of Ga»»»

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Gulf News 3h

US temporarily suspends Iran oil sanctions, says nuclear inspectors to return

The United States suspended sanctions on Iranian oil on Monday after Vice President JD Vance said Iran would allow UN nuclear inspectors to return to the country. "We laid a very good foundation for a successful final deal," Vance told reporters following talks at Switzerland's luxury Burgenstock r»»»

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Arab News 3h

Syria has made no progress on Sweida reintegration plan, UN says

WASHINGTON: A United Nations official warned on Monday that efforts to repair divisions and ​stabilise southern Syria have stalled nearly a year after deadly sectarian violence in a Druze-majority province shook the country. A U.N. investigation in March found more than 1,700 people, most civilian »»»

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Arab News 3h

Andy Burnham: ‘King of the North’ with Downing Street in his sights

LONDON: The man who appears destined to be Britain’s next Labour prime minister received a hero’s welcome in parliament on Monday, after incumbent Keir Starmer announced his resignation. Veteran politician Andy Burnham, fresh from his UK by-election victory last week, was sworn in as an MP. Afterwa»»»

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Arab News 3h

Syria has made no progress on Sweida reintegration plan, UN says

WASHINGTON: A United Nations official warned on Monday that efforts to repair divisions and ​stabilise southern Syria have stalled nearly a year after deadly sectarian violence in a Druze-majority province shook the country. A U.N. investigation in March found more than 1,700 people, most civilian »»»

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Arab News 4h

Belgium issues visas to Taliban delegation for EU meeting

BRUSSELS: Belgium said on Monday it had issued five visas to a Taliban delegation to attend an EU meeting on migration in Brussels, in what ​would be the first time the EU has hosted the group since the Islamists returned to power in Afghanistan five years ago. The visas are restricted in both geog»»»

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Arab News 4h

Teenage girl on the way to a high school in Gaza killed in Israeli strike, relatives say

DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza: An Israeli strike killed a teenage girl Monday as she walked to her high school to take an exam in Gaza City, relatives said. Raghad Hassan Ashour, 16, was headed to the 11th grade test when the blast occurred in a busy street in the Rimal district, according to a relative, Jam»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

US-Iran MoU lays groundwork for ceasefire, paves way for final agreement: PM

Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani affirmed that the memorandum of understanding signed between the US and Iran has laid the foundation for ending the war and establishing a negotiation track that paves the way toward a final agreem»»»

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Arab News 4h

What will rid Lebanon of Hezbollah’s influence — the US-Iran MoU or negotiations with Israel?

BEIRUT: US-Iran talks in Switzerland produced what mediators described as “encouraging progress” on Monday, with both sides agreeing to a 60-day roadmap toward a broader deal aimed at ending the regional war. Key early steps include establishing direct communication channels to prevent escalation i»»»

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Gulf News 5h

Sharjah issues strict new law regulating drone operations

Sharjah: The Ruler of Sharjah, His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, has issued a new law regulating the use, operation, and oversight of unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) in the emirate, in a sweeping framework aimed at strengthening aviation safety, protecting airspace security, »»»

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UPI 5h

Ebola cases rise above 1,000 in Congo, with more than 250 deaths - UPI.com

A coordinator with U-Reporters, an UNICEF program to engage and inform local communities, wears a protective gown May 29 as he takes part in a campaign to raise awareness about Ebola in Goma, North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo. The number of Ebola cases has climbed past 1,000, health offi»»»

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Gulf News 5h

Emirates hiring surge: New job vacancies open across Asia, Europe and UAE — eligibility and how to apply

Emirates has announced a major recruitment campaign for its engineering division, rolling out in-person hiring events across multiple countries in July and August 2026, alongside a wider global push for aviation talent. The airline confirmed that recruitment sessions will be held in Sri Lanka, Mala»»»

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Arab News 6h

Syrian president calls for creative solutions to end Lebanon crisis

DAMASCUS: Syrian Arab Republic President Ahmed Al-Sharaa said the Middle East region is going through a sensitive phase, stressing that the change in Syria represents a positive opportunity for the region and that most countries had benefited from this transformation. In a special interview with Al»»»

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Arab News 6h

Milestone Messi sends Argentina to World Cup knockout stage

ARLINGTON, Texas: ‌Argentina booked their place in the World Cup knockout stage on Monday as Lionel ​Messi recovered from an early penalty miss to score a record-breaking double in a 2-0 victory over Austria in Group J. The defending champions broke through before halftime when Messi initiated a sl»»»

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Arab News 6h

Lebanese defense minister receives Saudi ambassador in Beirut

BEIRUT: Saudi Ambassador to Lebanon Fahd Al-Dosari was received by the Lebanese Minister of Defense Maj. Gen. Michel Menassa at his office in Beirut on Monday. The parties discussed recent developments and ways to strengthen bilateral relations, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Meanwhile, Eastern P»»»

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The Peninsula 6h

Messi sets World Cup scoring record as Argentina down Austria

Los Angeles, United States: Lionel Messi became the World Cup's all-time leading goalscorer on Monday, scoring twice as holders Argentina powered into the last 32 with a 2-0 victory over Austria. Messi swept home a low finish in the 38th minute of the Group J game in Arlington, Texas to take his ca»»»

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Arab News 6h

Lebanese defense minister receives Saudi ambassador in Beirut

BEIRUT: Saudi Ambassador to Lebanon Fahd Al-Dosari was received by the Lebanese Minister of Defense Maj. Gen. Michel Menassa at his office in Beirut on Monday. The parties discussed recent developments and ways to strengthen bilateral relations, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Meanwhile, Eastern P»»»

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RT 6h

Bavarian leader demands cuts to Ukrainian refugees’ benefits and more deportations in Germany

Unemployed Ukrainians should be stripped of access to Germany’s unemployment and welfare benefits system, the leader of the Christian Social Union (CSU), Markus Soeder, has said. He added that deportations and voluntary departures should be stepped up as part of a cost-cutting scheme. Since the esc»»»

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Arab News 7h

Arab Group at UN urges US to remove Syria from terrorism sponsors list, calls for Israeli forces to withdraw

NEW YORK CITY: The Arab Group at the UN has called on the US to remove Syria from its list of state sponsors of terrorism. It argued that the designation, imposed in 1979 while the former Assad regime ruled the country, no longer reflected the realities of the new Syrian state and was hindering its»»»

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The Peninsula 7h

England and in-form Ghana clash for Group L top spot

DOHA: England and Ghana will battle for top spot in Group L when they meet in a highly anticipated FIFA World Cup 2026 clash on at Boston Stadium. The match, scheduled for 11:00pm (Qatar time), will be the third fixture in Group L, which also includes Croatia and Panama. Both sides opened their cam»»»

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Sputnik 7h

Iran Will Continue to Cooperate With IAEA on Same Principles - Foreign Ministry

TEHRAN (Sputnik) - Iran will continue to cooperate with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) according to the same principles, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei said on Monday. Earlier in the day, US Vice President JD Vance said that inspectors from the International Atomic»»»

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Al Manar 7h

In ‘Israel’, there is concern about the understandings between Iran and the United States, and they are warning the Americans that the (Resistance) axis is growing stronger: Channel 15 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe In ‘Israel’, there is concern about the understandings between Iran and the United States, and they are warning the Americans that the (Res»»»

Warsaw Business Journal 7h

Coworking spaces entering MICE market to challenge hotels

Coworking spaces are increasingly entering the MICE market, which has traditionally been dominated by hotels and conference centers. Thanks to flexible, less formal and more attractive interiors, they are becoming a popular alternative for conferences, workshops and business events. According to Mi»»»

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UPI 7h

Watch: Overturned truck releases 2 million bees into Texas neighborhood - UPI.com

June 22 (UPI) -- Residents of a Texas neighborhood were warned to remain indoors when a semi truck overturned and released an estimated 2 million bees into the roadway. Orange County Emergency Services District 4 said on Facebook that the 18-wheeler overturned near the intersection of Colony Drive »»»

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Gulf News 7h

'Dubai-it' initiative highlights emirate’s pioneering role in global innovation: Mattar Al Tayer

Mattar Al Tayer, Director General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) affirmed that the 'Dubai-it' initiative, launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, embodies the UAE’»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 7h

Survey Finds Bulgarians Most Skeptical of US Security Guarantees in Europe

A recent poll covering 15 European countries shows that 7% of Bulgarians firmly view the United States as an ally, 44% as a "necessary partner", 11% as an adversary with whom cooperation is necessary, and 15% as a country with which Bulgaria is in conflict. In addition to transatlantic relations, t»»»

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UPI 7h

United States OKs Iranian oil sales for 60 days - UPI.com

People enjoy the beach in May as a vessel is seen waiting to cross the Strait of Hormuz in the Arabian Sea off Muscat, Oman. On Monday, the U.S. Treasury Department said that it authorized sales of Iranian oil for 60 days amid ongoing talks between the two countries. Photo by Ismael Mohamad/UPI | L»»»

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UPI 7h

House committee leaders reach agreement to advance online safety bill - UPI.com

House Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Brett Guthrie, R-Ky., and ranking member Frank Pallone, D-N.J., announced the agreement that will set new standards for online platforms in respect to child users. File Photo by Annabelle Gordon/UPI | License Photo June 22 (UPI) -- Leaders in the House E»»»

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Al Manar 8h

Head of the Iranian negotiating delegation, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, departs for the Sultanate of Oman - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Head of the Iranian negotiating delegation, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, departs for the Sultanate of Oman 22-06-2026 19:36 PM Latest News Urg»»»

Al Manar 8h

Russian Foreign Ministry: Moscow and Tehran underscore the need for a swift withdrawal of Israeli occupation forces from Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

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Pakistani Defense Minister: ‘Israel’ seeks to thwart a peace agreement between the United States and Iran, and the agreement means the end of Netanyahu politically and perhaps his arrest - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

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Qatar Tribune 8h

Qatar's family business giants shine in Forbes Middle East top 100 ranking

Doha Ten family-owned business groups from Qatar have been included in the Forbes Middle East Top 100 Arab Family Businesses 2026, highlighting the continued strength and influence of Qatari enterprises in the regional economic landscape. The Qatari companies featured in this year’s ranking are Pow»»»

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