Sibiu International Theatre Festival to have 848 events and over 5,000 artists
This year, the Sibiu International Theatre Festival (FITS) will bring together over 5,000 artists from 83 countries and will include 848 events, eight more than the previous edition, the festival's president, actor Constantin Chiriac, announced in a press conference.He presented on Thursday the com»»»
Environmental taxes collected in Romania in 2024 account for 1.9% of GDP
The total value of environmental taxes nationwide stood at approximately 33.7 billion lei in 2024, equivalent to 1.9% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP), according to the National Institute of Statistics (INS) data published on Friday.At the same time, environmental taxes accounted for 6.9% of total t»»»
FinMin Nazare: Where profit made in Romania is artificially diminished, state has obligation to act
The area of transfer pricing must be treated seriously, because cases in which intra-group costs, royalties, re-invoiced services or profit margins are not sufficiently economically justified and end up diminishing the taxable base in Romania, facilitating the export of profit outside the country, »»»
The amphibious assault ship 'Castilla' is bringing 200 Spanish marines to Romania
The amphibious assault ship ‘Castilla’, belonging to the Spanish Navy is coming to Romania with the largest part of the military in the Spanish Marine Corps who will take part in a new mission on the NATO Eastern flank, according to the Infodefensa.com.On board are also Vamtac and Piranha IIIC vehi»»»
One billion euros through the SAFE Instrument for the safety of citizens and the protection of the country
The minister of Internal affairs (MAI) signed, until 30th May, contracts and framework agreements worth over 973 million euro in the National Plan for Investments of Romania financed through the Instrument SAFE – Security Action for Europe, destined to the consolidation of the capacity for crisis r»»»
Sneaker Con makes Qatar debut, bringing global sneaker culture to a new audience
Doha, Qatar: Thousands of sneaker enthusiasts, collectors, content creators, and vendors gathered at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC) from May 29 to 31 as Sneaker Con, the largest international buy-sell-trade sneaker event, made its first debut in Qatar. The three-day event transfor»»»
DefMin Miruta: Whether diverted or not, Romanian Army holds Russia responsible for explosive drone
The National Defense Ministry released on Sunday further technical details following the examination of the drone that crashed into a residential building in Galati in the early hours of Friday.According to the ministry, the object was a GERAN-2 aerial drone of Russian manufacture, with investigato»»»
Foreign Minister Toiu welcomes Senator James Risch's statement on Russia's violation of Romanian airspace
Foreign Minister Oana Toiu on Sunday welcomed the statement issued by U.S. Senator James Risch, Chairman of the U.S. Senate's Foreign Relations Committee, regarding Russia's violation of Romanian airspace, stressing that the American official clearly reaffirmed the importance of shared responsibili»»»
President Dan:Expulsion of Russian ambassador not ruled out over further incidents
Romanian President Nicusor Dan said in an interview with the BBC on Saturday, he has no doubt it was a Russian Geran-2 drone which entered his country's airspace and hit an apartment block in the east of the country, following an incident involving an attack on the Ukrainian port of Reni, in the Da»»»
Zelensky thanks Romanian counterpart for clarity, after confirmation device was Russia-made
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky thanked on Sunday, in an X post, Romanian President Nicusor Dan "for clarity", after Dan stated that the drone that crashed in the early hours of Friday onto a block of flats in Galati was a Russian-origin Geran-2."Facts are the best cure to Putin's lies and t»»»
NATO to Discuss Black Sea Security, Galati Drone Blast
The North Atlantic Council (NAC) will meet on June 10 in a session dedicated to Black Sea security at Romania’s request. The meeting will also address the incident involving a Russian Geran-2 drone that exploded on a residential apartment building in Galati. The request for the North Atlantic Counc»»»
UN Security Council met in emergency session following Galati drone incident
For the first time, the UN Security Council is convening at Romania’s explicit request on a topic directly involving the country,Oana Toiu wrote on Facebook on Monday. The Romanian official emphasizes that the main objective is to increase diplomatic pressure and strengthen international support fo»»»
Kyrgyzstan uneasy over Kazakhstan’s use of rain-making technology
Experts and politicians in Kyrgyzstan have expressed disquiet about possible serious environmental consequences that the country could suffer as a result of neighbouring Kazakhstan’s use of “cloud-seeding” rain-making technology to combat drought. Another of Kyrgyzstan’s neighbours, Uzbekistan, is,»»»
Kremlin wants “full partnership” with Afghan Taliban, military-technical deal signed
Russia and the Taliban government in Afghanistan have signed a military-technical cooperation agreement, Russian news agencies including Interfax have reported. The development comes two weeks after on May 14 Sergei Shoigu, secretary of Russia's Security Council, was quoted by Interfax as saying Ru»»»
Oil slips after Trump says talks with Iran are ongoing
BENGALURU: Oil prices trended lower on Tuesday following the previous session’s sharp gains as the market remained cautious about progress in US-Iran peace talks. US President Donald Trump said on Monday talks with Iran were ongoing, while Tasnim news agency reported earlier that Tehran had suspe»»»
Manchester City’s Rodri says he will discuss his future after World Cup
Spain midfielder Rodri said he is focused on the World Cup and will only address his future at Manchester City after the tournament. The 2024 Ballon d’Or winner is entering the final year of his contract with the Premier League club and has been linked with a move to Real Madrid. “Well, I’m trying»»»
Prime Minister: We Should Remember Our National Heroes' Courage
On June 2, the day when Bulgaria pays tribute to revolutionary and poet Hristo Botev (1848-1876) and all who died for the nation's freedom and independence, Prime Minister Rumen Radev said in a Facebook post: "We should remember the courage of our ancestors, who passed their test before history." R»»»
Temporary trading sites designated in Bishkek for sale of agricultural products - | 24.KG
Appeals from farmers were submitted to the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers — Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture and Processing Industry Erlis Akunbekov, requesting the organization of temporary trading sites in Bishkek for the sale of melons, watermelons, fruits, vegetables, and o»»»
Strong wind tears off roofs of houses and damages cars in Talas region - | 24.KG
On June 1, strong wind was recorded in Talas region, damaging residential buildings and other structures in Talas, as well as in Talas and Bakai-Ata districts. The regional department of the Ministry of Emergency Situations reported. According to preliminary reports, gusts of wind tore off the roof»»»
Citizens of Kyrgyzstan warned of mudflows and rising river levels - | 24.KG
The Ministry of Transport and Communications of Kyrgyzstan has issued an emergency warning due to worsening weather conditions. According to the ministry, heavy rainfall is expected from June 2 to June 6 in mountainous and foothill areas across the country. As a result, mudflows and rising water le»»»
On This Day, June 2: Italy votes to become a republic - UPI.com
On June 2, 1946, in a national referendum, voters in Italy decided the country should become a republic rather than return to a monarchy. 1 of 7 | Members of the Italian armed forces are on horse outside the Chigi Palace, the official residence of the Italian prime minister in Rome, on May 13, 2023»»»
Al Gharafa to begin pre-season on July 4 ahead of Slovakia camp
Doha, Qatar: Amir Cup winners Al Gharafa SC will begin preparations for the 2026-27 season next month, with an overseas training camp in Slovakia forming a key part of their build-up for the new campaign. Al Gharafa enjoyed a successful 2025-26 season, lifting the Amir Cup title while finishing fou»»»
beIN Media Group wins two accolades at Asia-Pacific Broadcasting+ Awards 2026
Doha, Qatar: beIN Media Group (beIN), the global sports, entertainment and media conglomerate, won two prestigious broadcast industry accolades at the annual Asia-Pacific Broadcasting+ Awards in Singapore. Taking home the top prize in the ‘Digital Transformation - Qatar’ and ‘IP Broadcast Solutions»»»
Abu Dhabi suspends rental increases: What tenants need to know
Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre (ADREC), the regulatory authority overseeing the emirate’s real estate sector, has announced the suspension of any rental increases on lease contracts until further notice. The move is expected to strengthen market stability and protect tenants from sudden rises in rent»»»
France FM: 'Nothing Can Justify' Prolonged Israeli Occupation in Lebanon
France's foreign minister said Tuesday that nothing could justify Israeli troops remaining deep inside Lebanon, after Israel and Hezbollah clashed overnight despite a US announcement that both sides had agreed to halt fighting. "Nothing can justify the continuation of military operations and Israel»»»
Ministry issues vehicle fire prevention tips for summer
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Interior has released a set of guidelines to prevent vehicle fires, particularly during periods of high temperatures. The ministry advised motorists to follow a number of precautionary measures to raise awareness and reduce the risk of vehicle fires. It urged motorists »»»
FIA president hails Monaco F1 Grand Prix as ‘one of great jewels’ of motorsport
DUBAI: Mohammed Ben Sulayem, president of the FIA, says several attributes make this weekend’s FIA Formula 1 Louis Vuitton Grand Prix de Monaco one of the most prestigious and iconic events on the global motorsport calendar. Sunday’s race will mark the first European round of the season, underlinin»»»
12 O'Clock Sirens to Commemorate Bulgaria's National Heroes
Sirens will be sounded across Bulgaria for two minutes at 12 noon today, June 2, to honour revolutionary Hristo Botev (1848-1876) and all who fell for the freedom of Bulgaria, the Interior Ministry said. During this annual ritual, pedestrians and drivers within the limits of population centres are »»»
Appeals court blocks Trump from expelling transgender troops - UPI.com
U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said Monday that he plans to appeal a ruling to the Supreme Court blocking his expulsion of transgender service members from the military. File Photo by Samuel Corum/UPI | License Photo June 2 (UPI) -- The Trump administration's ban on transgender servicemembe»»»
Men and Women need to learn more about partnership in a marriage
Egypt has recently been suffering from a very high divorce rate, peaking in 2017 with a total of about 190,000 cases, according to the central bureau of statistics. Maysa Shawky, Deputy Minister of Health and the General Supervisor of the Council of Population, Childhood and Motherhood, has said th»»»
Trump, Netanyahu in tense, expletive-laden call about Lebanon
DUBAI: President Donald Trump dropped the “f-bomb” during a heated telephone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Israel’s escalation of military activities in Lebanon, website Axios has reported. The report, citing three sources, including two US officials, quoted Trump as having»»»
Iran war hands Syria windfall as airlines reroute over its airspace
DUBAI/LONDON: Syria recorded nearly 12,000 aircraft transits in May as regional airlines rerouted around airspace disrupted by conflict in the Middle East and into skies that most carriers had avoided for more than a decade.Figures from Syria’s General Authority for Civil Aviation show 11,801 fligh»»»
Afif and Almoez to spearhead Qatar’s 26-player squad for FIFA World Cup
Doha, Qatar: Akram Afif and Almoez Ali will spearhead Qatar’s attack at the FIFA World Cup 2026 after head coach Julen Lopetegui named a final 26-man squad for the football showpiece in the United States, Canada and Mexico combining experience, continuity and proven attacking quality for the Asian »»»
Al-Manar correspondent: Israeli warplanes launched an airstrike this morning targeting the towns of Tibnin and Hadatha - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent: Israeli warplanes launched an airstrike this morning targeting the towns of Tibnin and Hadatha 02-06-2026 09:24 AM »»»
Barrack’s Appointment May Intensify US Pressure on Iraq to Disarm Factions
The appointment of Tom Barrack as US presidential envoy to Iraq may lead to greater American pressure on Baghdad to meet its demand for the disarmament of factions allied to Iran in an effort to stem its influence in Iraq. Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has repeatedly spoken about the disarmamen»»»
Business Review celebrates the Leaders to Watch of 2026
Business Review celebrated the third edition of Leaders to Watch, its editorial project dedicated to executives whose work, values, and strategic impact are shaping Romania’s business landscape. The event brought together leaders from sectors including retail, banking, real estate, pharma, technolo»»»
Health officials oppose US plan to treat Ebola-exposed Americans overseas
Healthcare officials in the US, including former Centers for Disease Control and Prevention officials, on Monday warned Congress against adopting a proposed policy to treat Americans exposed to Ebola in Kenya or countries in the European Union. The officials, including infectious disease physician»»»
US in talks to expand nuclear weapons deployments in Europe, FT says
The US is discussing whether to deploy nuclear weapons in additional European NATO states, the Financial Times reported on Tuesday. US officials have signaled openness to additional deployments beyond the existing six countries hosting nuclear-capable bombers, the FT said, citing three people brief»»»
Cabinet to reintroduce ban on import of electronic cigarettes, nicotine liquids - | 24.KG
The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has prepared a draft resolution introducing a temporary ban on the import of electronic cigarettes, nicotine delivery systems, and nicotine-containing liquids into the country. According to the document, the restrictions are proposed to be introduced for a per»»»
Europol operation uncovers vehicles, bank accounts and a €500,000 vessel in Hungarian-linked cases
Assets worth hundreds of millions of forints linked to Hungarian criminal investigations were identified during an international operation coordinated by Europol at the end of May. The operation, involving authorities from 31 countries, led to the discovery of bank accounts, companies, properties, »»»
Al-Manar correspondent: Israeli drone strike targets town of Toul, Nabatieh District - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent: Israeli drone strike targets town of Toul, Nabatieh District 02-06-2026 09:09 AM Latest News Urgent News Israeli me»»»
Awqaf Ministry brings Eid joy to children through community celebrations
Doha, Qatar: The General Directorate of Endowments at the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs participated in Eid Al-Adha celebrations organised under the “Hour and Hour” programme at Centro Qatar Complex in Rawdat Al Hammama, in cooperation with the Ministry of Social Development and Family, as »»»
Kyrgyzstan to tighten oversight of High Technology Park residents - | 24.KG
The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has submitted for consideration a draft resolution introducing amendments to the regulations governing the High Technology Park (HTP). The document provides for strengthened oversight of resident companies and the introduction of new monitoring mechanisms. Acc»»»
Shura Council approves draft law on food, reviews reports
Doha, Qatar: The Shura Council yesterday held its regular weekly session in Tamim bin Hamad Hall at the Council’s headquarters, chaired by Speaker H E Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim. At the outset of the session, Director of Sessions and Committees Affairs Department Ahmed Sultan Al Ghanim read out »»»
MoEHE expands scholarship opportunities with new academic bridging initiative
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Education and Higher Education has announced a new Academic Bridging Program that will allow humanities-track secondary school graduates to pursue scientific and technical university disciplines under the Government Scholarship Program, in a move aimed at better alignin»»»
Guterres: Vital to Keep a UN Force in Lebanon after Current Peacekeepers Depart
UN chief Antonio Guterres said Monday that peacekeepers will be needed in Lebanon after the mandate of the current mission expires at year-end -- an option likely to face opposition from the United States and Israel. Last August, the UN Security Council, under US pressure, decided to end the mandat»»»
India tightens visa rules: What foreign travellers need to know
India has tightened immigration rules, requiring foreign nationals on visas valid for up to 180 days to complete registration before their permitted stay expires if they intend to remain in the country. The revised rule replaces the earlier provision that allowed registration within 14 days after t»»»
Kyrgyzstan maintains dialogue with EU to jointly prevent sanctions evasion - | 24.KG
On June 1, 2026, in New York, Foreign Minister of Kyrgyzstan Jeenbek Kulubaev held a bilateral meeting with the Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs of Germany. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan reported. According to the ministry, during the talks, the two sides reaffirmed their readin»»»
Qatar Gene Bank preserves 11.36 million seeds, safeguarding 75% of nation’s wild plant diversity
Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Gene Bank has preserved more than 11.36 million seeds representing approximately 75 percent of the country’s wild plant varieties since its establishment in 2012, reinforcing its role as a cornerstone of national biodiversity conservation efforts and a key contributor to food»»»
Russia’s FSB Thwarts Foreign Spy Operation Using Malware on Russian Officials' Smartphones
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Foreign intelligence agencies wanted to receive data on sentiments in the Russian society through smartphones of high-ranking Russian officials, an employee of the Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) said on Tuesday. The FSB said that it had revealed a scheme by foreign intell»»»