Investment in a time of war: Ukraine's resilient economy
“The Ukraine is under pressure and external financing remains critical,” said Odile Renaud-Basso, the President of the EBRD at the Ukraine session at the EBRD’s annual meeting on June 6. "Over the last years we have provided €10bn in funding so far. Three years ago we raised more capital to up»»»
Japan ‘pray’ on Endo fitness for World Cup opener
NASHVILLE: Japan captain Wataru Endo is in a race to be fit for their World Cup opener against the Netherlands on Sunday, leaving coach Hajjime Moriyasu “praying” he makes it. The Liverpool midfielder is struggling with a foot injury and was not involved in any full training sessions at Japan’s pre»»»
Brazil’s Neymar to continue World Cup prep after MRI shows ‘progress’
Neymar’s recent MRI revealed he’s making “good progress” in his recovery from a calf injury as he attempts to represent Brazil in his fourth World Cup, the Brazilian Football Confederation announced on Monday. “The exam showed good progress in his treatment, within expected parameters,” the state»»»
Israel one of the most aggressive as world conflicts hit peak in 2025: report
OSLO: Israel was one of the most aggressive countries in 2025 with its involvement in at least five conflicts in 2025, a Norwegian study said on Tuesday, as the world saw the highest number of state warfare since the Second World War. Israel was “clearly one of the most aggressive countries in the »»»
Kyrgyz airlines welcomed back to EU skies, removed from blacklist after 20 years
After 20 years, Kyrgyzstan’s airlines have been removed from the European Union's aviation safety blacklist. The huge boost for the Central Asian country’s carriers was announced by the presidential administration on June 8. The European Commission's Directorate-General for Mobility and Transport h»»»
PM promises accountability for abuse failures
“We will not forget what the previous government did against defenceless children,” Prime Minister Péter Magyar declared during Parliament’s session on Monday before the agenda. In his speech, the prime minister said that two forms of child protection had existed in Hungary: one was the “lying, hyp»»»
Ownership “just sponsorship”: Dubai court rejects Dh169m claim
Dubai: A Dubai court has dismissed a commercial dispute involving claims exceeding Dh169 million after ruling that a claimant’s registered ownership in several companies and establishments, including an advertising company, was purely paper-based and intended for sponsorship purposes rather than ge»»»
Kyrgyzstan removed from EU aviation safety blacklist - | 24.KG
Kyrgyzstan has been removed from the list of air carriers banned from operating flights to European Union countries, the presidential press service reported. According to the statement, the Directorate-General for Mobility and Transport of the European Commission informed the Kyrgyz side that all a»»»
Xi and Kim push for greater ties between China and North Korea
SEOUL: Chinese President Xi Jinping and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un underscored their commitment to deepen cooperation and rebuild their complicated traditional alliance, as Xi is on a rare visit to Pyongyang in a likely attempt to reassert Beijing’s unique influence over its socialist neighbor»»»
A window, chair or staircase? Sharjah warns of hidden child risks
Sharjah: Many of the dangers threatening children's safety are hidden in the places families consider safest — their homes, residential buildings and play areas, according to the Child Safety Organisation (CSO), an affiliate of the Sharjah Family and Community Council. In a fresh awareness campaign»»»
Israel and Iran step back from further strikes after renewed clashes
Israel and Iran appeared to pull back from further military action on Monday after exchanging fire for the first time since a US-brokered ceasefire two months ago. Both sides warned they would retaliate if attacked again, while regional powers and the Trump administration pushed to prevent the conf»»»
Zelensky says he had 'positive' talks with Trump envoys on Ukraine war
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he held a positive conversation with US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner on Monday, signalling renewed efforts to advance diplomacy over the war with Russia. The call came as European leaders backed a proposed meeting between Zelensky and Vladimir P»»»
Kyrgyzstan and Cyprus sign double taxation avoidance agreement - | 24.KG
Kyrgyzstan and Cyprus have signed a double taxation avoidance agreement, which aims to simplify business operations between the two countries and create additional conditions for attracting foreign investment. The press service of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic reported»»»
Women's national football team of Kyrgyzstan defeats Bahrain - | 24.KG
The women’s national football team of Kyrgyzstan played their second friendly match at a training camp in Bahrain, the Kyrgyz Football Union (KFU) reported. On June 7, the team from Kyrgyzstan played a match against Bahrain. The first half ended in a 0-0 draw, but in the second, the Kyrgyzstanis sc»»»
Armenian PM declares victory in June 7 election as opposition parties claim irregularities in poll
Opposition parties in Armenia have alleged a series of voting irregularities during parliamentary elections on June 7, while authorities reported arrests linked to reports of suspected vote-buying, local media panarmenian.net reports. The claims come as Armenia awaits the final results from the ele»»»
Hong Kong delegation to Uzbekistan promotes "hub-to-hub" cooperation
Hong Kong’s three-day trade mission to Uzbekistan led by the territory’s Chief Executive John Lee on June 6 concluded with 23 signed agreements spanning finance, technology, aviation and investment. The journey to Uzbekistan followed the first leg of the mission in neighbouring Kazakhstan. In all, »»»
Tech 24 - Washington, Brussels stake their claims on AI as trillion-dollar IPO wave begins
With SpaceX set to become the first AI-era giant to go public on Friday June 12, governments on both sides of the Atlantic are racing to define their relationship with the industry. Washington is in talks with OpenAI about a government equity stake, while Brussels has unveiled a new tech sovereignt»»»
Live updates:Israel vows to press military campaign against Hezbollah in Lebanon despite Iran’s warnings – Ya Libnan
Share: PHOTO- A man stands amid debris following Israeli airstrikes that hit the previous day, near the archaeological site of the Roman baths in the southern Lebanese city of Tyre on June 8, 2026. © Kawnat Haju, AFP Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said Monday that the IDF will “continue to op»»»
UAE weather forecast: Cooler temperatures, dusty winds and rough seas expected this week
The UAE will experience generally fair weather today, with a slight drop in temperatures, particularly in northern areas, while fresh winds are expected to raise blowing dust, the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) said. The NCM said light to moderate south-westerly to north-westerly winds will f»»»
How to fight climate change? List of 90 practical ways
How to fight climate change? Some of the most authoritative climate analysts consider energy-efficiency measures, among the most cost-effective tools available. Some — such as including solar self-supply and home back-up batteries — are easy, widely available solutions individuals, corporates and o»»»
NASA to reveal Artemis III crew for key orbital test mission — what's next
NASA on Tuesday will announce the four astronauts who will fly aboard Artemis III, a critical test flight that will rehearse complex rendezvous and docking operations with commercial lunar landers in low Earth orbit as the agency prepares to return humans to the Moon’s surface. The announcement, sc»»»
Attorneys urge release of mosque leader, saying he’s been denied diabetes care in ICE custody
Attorneys for the president of Wisconsin’s largest mosque say he is being denied basic medical care for diabetes and has lost 30 pounds in the two months since he was detained by immigration officers. Salah Sarsour, a Palestinian-born legal permanent resident of the United States, was taken into cu»»»
Trump cheered, booed at New York arena before NBA Finals game
US President Donald Trump received a mix of chants of "USA, USA" and booed late on Monday as he appeared at Madison Square Garden in New York for game three of the NBA Finals between the Knicks and the Spurs. An AFP reporter inside the venue heard loud boos as Trump, who is watching the game from a»»»
Projections show Nithya Raman to advance in LA mayoral race - UPI.com
Sources including CNN and NBC News said Monday that Nithya Raman has passed Spencer Pratt in the Los Angeles mayoral primary and will face incumbent Mayor Karen Bass in November. File Photo by Gary I Rothstein/UPI | License Photo June 8 (UPI) -- Nithya Raman will advance to a Los Angeles mayoral ru»»»
Pentagon labels tech giant Alibaba, robotmaker Unitree and EV giant BYD as 'aiding' Chinese military
WASHINGTON: The Pentagon has added several prominent Chinese businesses, including the tech giant Alibaba, electric car maker BYD and search engine Baidu, to its list of Chinese military companies, preventing them from getting US defence contracts. The list, updated and published Monday by the Pent»»»
Why cyberattacks are becoming everyone’s problem
In April 2026, authorities in the UAE reported cyberattacks had tripled to around 600,000 per day. Cyberattacks have targeted government platforms, energy systems, and ecommerce infrastructure. The volume is notable. What matters more is the relative ease at which these attacks can be launched by a»»»
Iraqi officials work to identify victims after a bus crash kills 21
IRBIL, Iraq: Iraqi officials are working to identify the victims of a bus crash that killed 21 people, a provincial official said Monday. A passenger bus crashed and burst into flames Sunday in southern Iraq, in the latest deadly accident on the country’s poorly maintained roads. Fourteen of the bo»»»
Russian strikes kills 4 near Ukraine’s Kharkiv: governor
KYIV, Ukraine: Russian strikes killed four people and wounded 10 others in Ukraine’s northeastern Kharkiv region, its governor said early Tuesday. “The enemy has hit the city of Chuguiv,” Kharkiv regional governor Oleg Synegubov wrote on Telegram, adding that four people, including a 22-year-old wo»»»
German carmakers weigh China, defence tie-ups for idle plants
FRANKFURT, Germany — Germany's beleaguered carmakers are desperately seeking solutions for their under-used factories, with speculation swirling that Chinese manufacturers or weapons makers could move in.Across Europe, carmakers are in trouble due to growing Chinese competition, weak demand and a c»»»
Ebola cases top 500 in DR Congo amid spread warning
Kinshasa: The tally of confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has risen to 515, including 91 deaths, as the health authorities warned of continued transmission and the risk of further increases if control measures are not put in place quickly. The update, published on S»»»
Trump officially nominates Blanche as attorney general - UPI.com
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche speaks during a hearing Tuesday in the Rayburn House Office Building near the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. President Donald Trump has officially nominated Blanche as attorney general. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo June 8 (UPI) -- On Monday, Presid»»»
Philippines earthquake death toll rises to 35 after landslide in South
Manila: The death toll from a powerful magnitude 7.8 earthquake in the Philippines on Monday has risen to at least 35, officials said Tuesday (June 9), as search-and-rescue teams battled landslides, collapsed roads and aftershocks across the country’s southern region. Also Read: Killer 7.8 earthqua»»»
Dubai’s next residents may already be tourists
Dubai: Every visitor who experiences Dubai is a potential future resident, business owner or investor, said Issam Kazim, CEO of the Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing, as the city looks to convert tourism momentum into longer-term economic growth. Sign up for our daily business ne»»»
How first-time home buyers now get more perks moving from renting to owning in Dubai
Dubai: Dubai residents looking to buy their first home now have access to a wider range of properties, more developer options and a growing list of financial incentives under the emirate's First-Time Home Buyer Programme. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply clic»»»
OpenAI files for US IPO after Anthropic as AI giants head to public markets
ChatGPT-maker OpenAI confidentially filed for a US initial public offering on Monday, joining rival Anthropic in a push toward the stock market as investors seek exposure to the artificial intelligence boom. OpenAI did not disclose the size or terms of the offering, and said a timeline has not yet»»»
Meta funds skilled trades jobs program for AI data center buildout
NEW YORK: Meta is investing $115 million to stand up a new training program for data center technician jobs, as the social media giant races to build the infrastructure to power its AI ambitions. The cost-free program, America’s Workforce Academy, will end in guaranteed job offers to graduates, t»»»
Pope meets with 6 clergy abuse survivors in Spain, hopes to improve response
MADRID: Pope Leo XIV met Monday with six survivors of clergy sexual abuse in Madrid and vowed to consider their suggestions for how the Catholic Church can improve its response to the crisis, the Vatican said. The meeting, which followed in the tradition of popes meeting with abuse survivors during»»»
Serena Williams to return to tennis in Queen’s doubles on Tuesday
LONDON: Serena Williams will take part in her first professional tennis match in nearly four years on Tuesday after organizers confirmed the order of play at London’s Queen’s Club. Granted a wildcard into the women’s doubles of the WTA tournament, Williams and Canadian teenager Victoria Mboko will »»»
Stokes facing uncertain future as England captain after nightclub incident ‘with rugby player’
LONDON: Ben Stokes’ position as England cricket captain was in jeopardy Monday after officials announced he was being investigated for a nightclub incident reportedly involving a Saracens rugby player. Both Stokes and team-mate Gus Atkinson are facing a probe by the England and Wales Cricket Board »»»
ICC chief prosecutor suspended amid sex abuse claims
THE HAGUE: A key governing body of the International Criminal Court on Monday suspended chief prosecutor Karim Khan as he faces sexual abuse allegations against a member of his office. The 21-member bureau of the Assembly of State Parties (ASP) decided to refer Khan’s case to the wider ASP that rep»»»
Tehran’s international airport reopens: news agencies
TEHRAN: Tehran’s international airport has reopened and flights carrying Hajj pilgrims from Saudi Arabia have landed, Iranian news agencies reported early Tuesday. “The deputy head of airport operation of Imam Khomeini Airport Company announced the resumption of flights to Imam Khomeini Airport and»»»
Judge blocks $100K H-1B visa fee imposed by Trump - UPI.com
U.S. President Donald Trump discusses renovations to the Lincoln Reflecting Pool and makes an announcement on "Beautiful, Clean Coal" on Thursday in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, D.C. A federal judge on Monday ruled that a H-1B visa fee imposed by Trump is illegal. Photo by Samu»»»
ICC chief prosecutor suspended pending decision by oversight body over sexual misconduct allegations
THE HAGUE, Netherlands: The embattled chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) was suspended from his duties late Monday, after the court’s oversight referred Karim Khan for disciplinary proceedings. In a scandal that has dragged on for more than two years, the British lawyer is f»»»
Atlantic 'cold blob' points to weakening ocean current nearing tipping point, study finds
The cooling of a patch of the North Atlantic known as the "cold blob" is being driven by a weakening of a major ocean current system that may be approaching a tipping point, according to a study published in the journal Geophysical Research Letters and reported by Phys.org on June 8. The findings a»»»
OpenAI files IPO paperwork, eyes stock market debut
BusinessUnited States of AmericaOpenAI files IPO paperwork, eyes stock market debutLouis Oelofse with AFP, AP, ReutersThe AI company behind ChatGPT said it had no date yet for a listing, but it is joining rival Anthropic in the lineup for the stock market. https://p.dw.com/p/5F2hrOpenAI CEO Sam Alt»»»
Tehran's international airport reopens: news agencies
Tehran's international airport has reopened and flights carrying hajj pilgrims from Saudi Arabia have landed, Iranian news agencies reported early Tuesday. "The deputy head of airport operation of Imam Khomeini Airport Company announced the resumption of flights to Imam Khomeini Airport and the fli»»»
Netanyahu says hostilities ceased after Israeli strikes made Iran stop attacks
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared on Monday that Israel's strikes on Iran had deterred the Islamic republic from launching further attacks, leading to a cessation of hostilities between the two adversaries. However, Netanyahu warned in a televised statement that should Iran "make t»»»
A propos - Trump 'can influence pace, scale and political boundaries of Israeli action', analyst says
Speaking with FRANCE 24's Monte Francis, Negah Angha, Visiting Fellow at King’s College London and Former Senior Advisor at the National Ssecurity Council under the Biden administration, says that US President Donald Trump "is wanting to signal to Iran that he can deliver Israel if Tehran signs a d»»»
Trump 'can influence pace, scale and political boundaries of Israeli action', analyst says
Speaking with FRANCE 24's Monte Francis, Negah Angha, Visiting Fellow at King’s College London and Former Senior Advisor at the National Ssecurity Council under the Biden administration, says that US President Donald Trump "is wanting to signal to Iran that he can deliver Israel if Tehran signs a d»»»
Iranian diplomat announces Strait of Hormuz reopening with new fees alongside Oman
Kazem Jalali, Iran’s Ambassador to Russia, Izvestia news agency that Iran and Oman will determine conditions like transit fees for ships, framing them as payment for services provided. The strait, key for one-fifth of global seaborne oil, has seen 90-95% less traffic since the US-Israeli conflict b»»»