Arab News 1h

Cardinal tipped to be pope accused of molesting several women

RABAT: A Catholic cardinal touted as one of the favorites to replace Pope Francis said he was “stepping back” from office Tuesday after an AFP investigation revealed at least five women had accused him of sexual assault. Spanish-born Cristobal Lopez Romero, 74, the Archbishop of Rabat in Morocco, d»»»

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Arab News 2h

Spaniard Martin coaches outsiders Fes to Moroccan glory

JOHANNESBURG: As Morocco prepare to tackle France in a World Cup quarter-final blockbuster on Thursday, pre-season outsiders Maghreb Fes have won a thrilling league title race in the African kingdom. Coached by Spaniard Pablo Martin, the Yellow Tigers from the central city beat lowly Olympique Dche»»»

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Arab News 6h

French prosecutors investigating racist insults against Mbappé by Paraguay senator

PARIS: French prosecutors have opened an investigation into aggravated public insult and incitement to hatred or violence after a Paraguay senator racially abused Kylian Mbappé following Paraguay’s loss to France at the World Cup. The Paris prosecutor’s office told The Associated Press on Tuesday t»»»

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Gulf News 7h

SABIS graduates begin their global journey

Across the region, a new generation of students is stepping confidently onto the world stage. This year, future-ready graduates from 15 schools in the UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman are beginning their next chapter, joining leading universities worldwide, including the University of Pennsylvania, Im»»»

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BNE 7h

Afreximbank chief says fair credit ratings are key to Africa’s industrialisation

African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) President George Elombi has said fair and evidence-based credit ratings are essential to Africa’s industrialisation and economic sovereignty, speaking after S&P Global Ratings assigned the bank itself an investment grade BBB+ rating. The lender, along wi»»»

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Arab News 8h

Messi v Salah in World Cup last-16 showdown

KANSAS CITY, USA: Lionel Messi’s Argentina face Egypt for a place in the World Cup quarter-finals on Tuesday as the maestro looks to reclaim the lead in a fiercely contested Golden Boot race. The defending champions meet the African nation, spearheaded by Mohamed Salah, in Atlanta for the right to »»»

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Arab News 8h

Saudi, UNESCO officials discuss AI cooperation

GENEVA: The president of the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority, Abdullah Al-Ghamdi, met with UNESCO Director General Khaled El-Enany in Geneva. The meeting took place during the Global Dialogue on AI Governance, held on the sidelines of the AI for Good Global Summit in Geneva. The tw»»»

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Arab News 8h

Saudi, UNESCO officials discuss AI cooperation

GENEVA: The president of the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority, Abdullah Al-Ghamdi, met with UNESCO Director General Khaled El-Enany in Geneva. The meeting took place during the Global Dialogue on AI Governance, held on the sidelines of the AI for Good Global Summit in Geneva. The tw»»»

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BNE 10h

Nigeria's Dangote Cement ups dividend 50% for record $550mn payout ahead of planned refinery IPO

Dangote Cement Plc (NGX: DANGCEM), Nigeria’s largest cement producer, has raised its dividend by 50% after a strong 2025 performance, approving a record payout of NGN753.8bn ($550mn) to shareholders. Shareholders approved the dividend at the company’s annual general meeting in Lagos, lifting the pa»»»

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Gulf News 13h

Amitabh Bachchan slammed for ‘Power of Black’ remark on France’s World Cup squad

Dubai: Veteran Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan has come under fire after a social media post about the French national football team during the 2026 FIFA World Cup triggered widespread criticism and debate online. On July 6, Bachchan shared a post on X (formerly Twitter) commenting on the racial m»»»

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Gulf News 14h

Etihad Rail sets out Passenger Charter: security screening, valid tickets, and grounds for removal explained

Abu Dhabi: Etihad Rail has published details of its Passenger Charter on its official website, outlining the circumstances under which passengers may be removed from trains. The charter states that if railway staff or any authorized person has reasonable grounds to believe that a passenger is viola»»»

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Qatar Tribune 15h

US thrashed by Belgium and out of World Cup after Balogun scandal

SEATTLE: Co-hosts the United States were thrashed 4-1 byBelgiumon Monday and were eliminated from the World Cup following FIFA's controversial decision to allow forward Folarin Balogun to play despite a red card suspension. Belgiumtook an early lead through Charles De Ketelaere in the ninth minute.»»»

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The Peninsula 15h

Mövenpick Hotel Doha celebrates Green Globe Gold certification following five years of sustainable excellence

Doha, Qatar: Mövenpick Hotel Doha proudly announces its achievement of the prestigious Green Globe Gold Certification, a distinguished recognition awarded to hospitality businesses that have maintained Green Globe certification for five consecutive years. This milestone reflects the hotel's unwaver»»»

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Arab News 16h

Kylian Mbappe condemns Paraguayan senator over racist remarks after World Cup match

France star Kylian Mbappe on Monday condemned a Paraguayan senator over racist remarks she made following Paraguay’s loss to France in the round of 16 at the World Cup. Mbappe called Celeste Amarilla, a senator from Paraguay’s Liberal Radical Party, a “despicable woman” who was “unworthy” of servin»»»

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Arab News 19h

Belgium beats US 4-1 to reach World Cup quarterfinals, taking advantage of defensive lapses

SEATTLE: The United States’ hopes for a deep World Cup run at home ended when Charles De Ketelaere scored twice and assisted on another goal, helping Belgium expose the Americans’ defensive liabilities in a 4-1 win Monday night that earned a quarterfinal berth. While the US was boosted by the prese»»»

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The Peninsula 1d

Mbappe condemns racist abuse by Paraguayan senator after World Cup clash

Waltham, United States: Kylian Mbappe on Monday labelled a Paraguayan senator "despicable" and "not worthy of her position" after she racially abused the France captain on social media after the World Cup last-16 clash between the countries at the weekend. Mbappe's reaction came after Celeste Amari»»»

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Arab News 1d

Morocco prevents attacks by cell loyal to Daesh in Sahel

RABAT: Morocco’s counterterrorism ‌agency said on Monday it had foiled attack plots targeting sensitive sites and public security by a cell ​loyal to Daesh’s affiliate in the Sahel. Ten suspects were arrested in coordinated operations in the cities of Agadir, Taroudant, Casablanca, Hajjeb, Tetouan,»»»

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The Peninsula 06.07. 22:32

Qatar condemns terrorist plots targeting Morocco's security and stability

Doha: The State of Qatar condemned the terrorist plots that sought to undermine public order and expose the safety of individuals and property to serious danger in the sisterly Kingdom of Morocco. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs renewed the State of Qatar's firm stance in rejecting violence and ter»»»

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The Peninsula 06.07. 21:20

Morocco announces it has thwarted terror plots aimed at public order

Rabat: The Moroccan authorities announced on Monday that they had foiled high-stake and advanced terrorist plots that were intended to compromise public order and the security of people and property. According to a statement from Morocco's Central Bureau of Judicial Investigations, security personn»»»

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Gulf News 06.07. 20:40

UAE denounces Morocco terror plots linked to Daesh branch

Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, expressed the UAE's strong condemnation and denunciation of the terrorist plots foiled in the Kingdom of Morocco. The plots sought to seriously undermine public order and the security of persons a»»»

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UPI 06.07. 20:30

Funeral for slain Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei begins - UPI.com

1 of 5 | Hundreds of thousands of mourners gathered around the funeral procession carrying the coffins of Iran's late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and members of his family, who were killed in U.S.-Israeli attacks, during a mass funeral march near Azadi Square in Tehran on Monday. Photo by Behnam To»»»

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Gulf News 06.07. 19:52

10,600 voices unite against drugs in Sharjah

Sharjah: More than 10,600 visitors attended Sharjah Police’s anti-drug awareness platform at City Centre Al Zahia over four days, reflecting growing public awareness of the dangers of drug abuse and the importance of prevention. Organised by the General Command of Sharjah Police under the slogan “P»»»

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UPI 06.07. 19:29

Microsoft announces Xbox layoffs, cutting several game studios - UPI.com

Microsoft announced Monday that it is laying off 20% of its Xbox workforce and is cutting ties with several game studios. File Photo by Jim Ruymen/UPI | License Photo July 6 (UPI) -- Microsoft announced Monday that it is laying off 20% of its Xbox workforce and is cutting ties with several game stu»»»

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UPI 06.07. 18:17

Trump opens market from Oval Office, promotes Dell stock before bump - UPI.com

1 of 6 | President Donald Trump rings the opening bell of the Nasdaq and the New York Stock Exchange to celebrate the first day of trading for Trump Accounts in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, D.C., on Monday. Photo by Shawn Thew/UPI | License Photo July 6 (UPI) -- Stock in Dell T»»»

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Arab News 06.07. 16:35

Israeli military stops dozens of settlers attempting to enter Syria from Mount Hermon

LONDON: The Israeli military said on Sunday that it had detained several Israeli settlers who tried to cross into Syrian territory through the Mount Hermon area. The group, which calls itself the Bashan Pioneers, posted a brief video on Instagram earlier on Sunday saying its members were “marching »»»

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The Peninsula 06.07. 16:27

Qatar Shura Council approves state property and traffic bills before closing parliamentary session

Doha: Qatar's Shura Council has approved a draft law on state property in its amended form and a new traffic bill before concluding the first ordinary session of its second legislative term, corresponding to the council's 54th annual session. Meeting at the Tamim bin Hamad Hall under the chairmansh»»»

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Naharnet 06.07. 16:09

Morocco says arrested 10 people over thwarted terror plots

Moroccan authorities said on Monday they had arrested 10 people, including a minor, involved in foiled "terrorist plots" across several cities. The kingdom's Central Bureau of Judicial Investigations (BCIJ) said in a statement carried by state news agency MAP that the suspects were linked to the Is»»»

Qatar Tribune 06.07. 16:06

Shura Council approves state property and traffic bills

DOHA: The Shura Council has approved a draft law on state property in its amended form and a new traffic bill before concluding the first ordinary session of its second legislative term, corresponding to the council's 54th annual session. Meeting at the Tamim bin Hamad Hall under the chairmanship o»»»

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Qatar Tribune 06.07. 15:54

Shura Council approves state property and traffic bills before closing session

DOHA: The Shura Council has approved a draft law on state property in its amended form and a new traffic bill before concluding the first ordinary session of its second legislative term, corresponding to the council's 54th annual session. Meeting at the Tamim bin Hamad Hall under the chairmanship o»»»

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Arab News 06.07. 15:47

How does the Saudi Pro League rank for foreign players represented in the Round of 16?

RIYADH: As the Round of 16 got underway at this World Cup, the official Saudi Pro League account announced there were 11 players still representing the league remaining in the competition. Four teams had one SPL player each, while three had two or more players in their squads. Two of those four tea»»»

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Business-review 06.07. 15:35

Private equity and venture capital Investments in Romania quadrupled in 2025

Between 2019 and 2024, companies backed by private equity and venture capital funds had a significant impact on the Romanian economy: “As the market matures, Romania is becoming an increasingly attractive destination for long-term capital, offering investors access to high-growth companies while al»»»

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Business-review 06.07. 15:27

Glas Expert wins product design Oscar for second consecutive year

Linevo, the award-winning product, is an innovative glass railing system that offers a completely different approach to architectural design, featuring a continuous glass surface with no visual interruptions and no visible profiles. The solution integrates existing technologies, such as laminated g»»»

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Gulf News 06.07. 13:20

Philippine EV sales surge 36% despite market slowdown in Q1, VinFast emerges on top — no sales data from BYD

Manila: Electric vehicle (EV) sales in the Philippines floored the pedal to the metal in the first quarter of 2026, rising 36.2%, bucking a broader slowdown in the automotive market. Industry data released by the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. (CAMPI) and the Truck Manu»»»

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The Peninsula 06.07. 09:14

MoI urges motorists to follow road markings to enhance traffic safety

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Interior (MoI), represented by the General Directorate of Traffic, has urged all motorists to strictly adhere to traffic laws and regulations, stressing that compliance with road markings is a key factor in improving road safety and protecting all road users. In a publi»»»

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The Peninsula 06.07. 08:53

Municipality Ministry reinforces drive to cut plastic bag use on World Plastic Bag Free Day

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Municipality has reaffirmed its commitment to reducing plastic bag consumption and promoting sustainable alternatives as Qatar marked World Plastic Bag Free Day, observed annually on July 3. Highlighting its ongoing environmental efforts, the ministry said its initiativ»»»

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The Peninsula 06.07. 08:53

African football’s breakthrough moment: Continent’s stars shine bright at World Cup

Doha, Qatar: With the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 underway, African teams have delivered one of the most memorable performances in the tournament’s history. With 10 nations representing the continent in the expanded 48-team format, CAF teams shattered records by sending a staggering nine into t»»»

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The Peninsula 06.07. 08:38

France keep dreaming thanks to solid defensive foundation

Philadelphia: Les Bleus kept yet another clean sheet in their victory over Paraguay and their reliable back line could prove key to their hopes of winning the tournament. Discussions about France tend to focus on their in-form attack of Kylian Mbappe, Ousmane Dembele and Michael Olise, but it would»»»

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Qatar Tribune 06.07. 00:16

Mbappe after win over Paraguay: ‘We can play dirty football too’

DPA Philadelphia France superstar Kylian Mbappe said “we know how to play dirty football too” and praised his team for keeping it cool and not falling for Paraguay’s attempts to provoke fights and fouls. “They thought we’d come out to play in tuxedos, that we’d just come out to pull off fancy moves»»»

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Qatar Tribune 06.07. 00:04

QCS programme gives survivors a voice and promotes hope

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Cancer Society (QCS) has concluded awareness campaign, “I’m a Survivor... and I will Inspire You with My Story,” run throughout June to raise awareness about people living with and beyond cancer while promoting psychological and community support for patients, surviv»»»

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Sana 05.07. 23:10

Foreign Ministry holds workshop with Moroccan delegation on bilateral cooperation

Damascus, July 5 (SANA) The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates held a joint workshop at its headquarters in Damascus with an official delegation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccan Expatriates of the Kingdom of Morocco. During the workshop, the two sides»»»

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The Peninsula 05.07. 19:13

France show they can ditch flair and win a different way in World Cup quest

Philadelphia: Tournament favourites France will go into their World Cup quarter-final against Morocco with their confidence further bolstered by the manner in which they saw off Paraguay on Saturday, as Didier Deschamps' team showed they are happy to "get their hands dirty" as well as play brillian»»»

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Arab News 05.07. 15:56

From Raja ball boy to World Cup hero: The rise of Soufiane Rahimi

RIYADH: When Ismael Saibari clutched the back of his right thigh just 22 minutes into Morocco’s FIFA World Cup round of 16 clash against Canada, alarm bells started ringing. In a tournament where the Atlas Lions’ glaring weakness had been converting golden chances, losing their top scorer was the l»»»

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The Peninsula 05.07. 14:49

England, Mexico take centre stage in Azteca blockbuster

Los Angeles, United States: England face Mexico in a World Cup blockbuster at the Estadio Azteca on Sunday [Monday, July 6, 3am, Qatar Time], while Erling Haaland and Norway bid to ambush Brazil as the battle for quarter-final places heats up. A day after France and Morocco sealed their places in t»»»

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TAP 05.07. 13:54

Tunisia promotes inclusive environmental awareness for the visually impaired

TUNIS, July 5, 2026 (TAP) – To ensure all citizens have access to environmental knowledge, the National Environmental Protection Agency (ANPE), the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), and the Tunisian National Union of the Blind (UNAT) recently...»»»

Gulf News 05.07. 11:06

Hungary opens door to new digital payments player in Europe

Global alternative payments platform Pay10 has officially entered the European Union after securing an Electronic Money Institution (EMI) licence from the National Bank of Hungary (Magyar Nemzeti Bank), a milestone that positions the company among only three EMI licence holders in the country and a»»»

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The Peninsula 05.07. 10:48

Paraguay coach says team 'fought like lions' in World Cup loss to France

Philadelphia: Paraguay coach Gustavo Alfaro said his side had "fought like lions" in their 1-0 World Cup defeat at the hands of France on Saturday. "France couldn't find the answers, and it took a bit of individual skill and a penalty given by VAR to make the difference which their football had not»»»

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Arab News 05.07. 09:55

Patient Morocco beat co-hosts Canada to set up quarterfinal against France

HOUSTON: The end result was as expected, but for 45 minutes the performance was not. After a quintessential game of two halves, Morocco became the first African team in history to twice reach the World Cup quarterfinals, yet it was not the easy game against Canada that many fans anticipated. When t»»»

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The Peninsula 05.07. 08:36

Unforgettable Round of 32 reshapes World Cup

Doha, Qatar: The FIFA World Cup entered the knockout stage with 32 teams still dreaming of glory. Over 16 matches played across the United States, Canada and Mexico, football’s biggest names were forced to fight for survival, big nations were sent home, and several nations celebrated the greatest v»»»

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The Peninsula 05.07. 08:27

Brazil’s six-crown chase faces Haaland’s Norway threat

Doha, Qatar: Brazil’s pursuit of a record-extending sixth FIFA World Cup crown faces its biggest examination yet when they meet Norway in a Round of 16 clash at the MetLife Stadium, New York New Jersey, today at 11pm Qatar time. A quarter-final against either co-hosts Mexico or 1966 champions Engla»»»

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Arab News 05.07. 07:07

China’s military promotes 2 new generals after anti-corruption purge thins ranks

BEIJING: China’s military promoted two officers to the rank of general in what may be a precursor to a reorganization at the top following the removal of several of its leaders in a long-running anti-corruption drive. The shake-up is believed to be part of an effort to reform the military and ensur»»»

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