ZURICH - The Serbia men's national football team ranks 40th in the latest FIFA world rankings after moving up by three positions despite not having played at the recently finished FIFA World Cup 2026. In the new rankings, released on Tuesday, Serbia have 1502.13 points. New world champions Spain ar»»»

RIYADH: Morocco’s economy is expected to grow 4.8 percent in 2026, supported mainly by an exceptional rebound in agricultural activity, before slowing to 3 percent in 2027 on the assumption of an average cereal harvest, according to the Haut-Commissariat au Plan’s July 2026 exploratory economic bud»»»

Nhood, the international real estate services and solutions platform, has reinforced its position among Europe’s most recognized retail industry companies by securing 7 nominations at the Solal Awards 2026, the awards that recognise the continent’s best shopping centres’ marketing, innovation and m»»»

BusinessGlobal issuesWhy the youth jobs crisis is becoming globalTimothy RooksYoung people in much of the world face growing competition for entry-level jobs as graduate numbers rise, hiring slows and AI-driven disruption adds uncertainty to career prospects. https://p.dw.com/p/5HFFeApprenticeships»»»

MADRID: New World Cup champions Spain enjoyed a vibrant night of celebrations after an open-top bus parade through the streets of Madrid on Monday in front of a jubilant crowd of an estimated two million people. The players enjoyed drinks on their procession under a blazing sun, along the main arte»»»

DUBAI: A new musical celebrating the life and career of music icon Dalida will premiere in Egypt this autumn, marking the 40th anniversary of the singer's death. “Dalida: The Song That Never Ends” was unveiled at a press conference at the French Embassy in Cairo on Sunday, attended by French Ambass»»»

Doha, Qatar: This has been a FIFA World Cup like no other for Arab football – and the region has watched it like never before. With a record eight Arab teams competing at the expanded 48-team tournament, Egypt reached the Round of 16 for the first time in FIFA World Cup history, while the Pharaohs »»»

Madrid: New World Cup champions Spain began their celebration parade on an open-top bus through the streets of Madrid yesterday early evening, with a jubilant crowd of over a million people out to celebrate, local authorities told AFP. The players set off on their procession under a blazing sun, al»»»

Dubai: For thousands of outdoor workers across the UAE, summer means working through some of the year's toughest weather conditions. While the country's mandatory midday break offers protection from the harshest hours of the day, one initiative is making those hours even more comfortable. The UAE L»»»

Tribune News Network Doha The General Tax Authority (GTA), in collaboration with Visit Qatar participated in the Summer Camp held at the Qatar Toy Festival 2026 as part of Visit Qatar’s ‘Hala Summer’ campaign. The initiative aimed to provide children with an engaging edutainment experience that com»»»

The Senegalese government on Monday made a U-turn, announcing it would back former president Macky Sall’s candidacy to replace UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres when his term expires. The government had previously declined to throw its weight behind Sall, whom it accuses of deadly political rep»»»

AMMAN — Minister of Transport and Labour Minister Nidal Qatamin said that the Aqaba Port Railway Project is a mega strategic project that enhances Jordan's economic security and its position as a regional transport and logistics hub, during a seminar held by the Centre for Strategic Studies at the »»»

JEDDAH: King Abdulaziz University has been shortlisted in two categories for the Times Higher Education Awards Arab World for initiatives on artificial intelligence education and data-driven enrollment planning. The university was named a finalist in the Teaching and Learning Strategy of the Year a»»»

Dubai: UAE residents will gain wider access to Jaywan cards after the country formally started nationwide issuance through banks, licensed financial institutions and exchange houses. The rollout follows the official inauguration of Jaywan, the UAE’s first national card scheme, by Sheikh Mansour bin»»»

Rabat: The National Committee for International Humanitarian Law participated in the International Legal Symposium organised by Morocco’s National Committee on International Humanitarian Law under the theme “Multilateral Humanitarian Action at a Crossroads: Challenges and Issues.” The Committee’s d»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Charity (QC) has signed a framework cooperation agreement with Ibn Sina University Hospital Center in Morocco to support life-saving treatment for children with congenital heart defects expanding their access to specialised medical care that can improve their health »»»

FREETOWN: West African leaders on Sunday signed an agreement approving the construction of a gas pipeline linking Nigeria to Morocco at a summit of regional bloc ECOWAS in Sierra Leone’s capital Freetown. The roughly 6,000-kilometer (3,700-mile) Nigeria-Morocco Gas Pipeline (NMGP) will cross 13 cou»»»

LONDON: Supporters of the Palestinian cause hope the arrival of Britain’s new prime minister, Andy Burnham, in 10 Downing Street on Monday will spark a rethink of UK government policy toward Israel, the war in Gaza, and the expansion of illegal settlements in the West Bank. The message for Burnham »»»

DUBAI: Zendaya has once again turned a film’s press tour into a fashion event, with one standout look putting Arab design firmly in the spotlight. Ahead of the release of “The Odyssey,” the actor made an appearance on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” wearing a striking gold creation by Leba»»»

Doha, Qatar: The FIFA World Cup is remembered for stunning goals, iconic celebrations and unforgettable players. But behind many defining moments is another battle, one fought from the touchline. At World Cup 2026, several of the tournament’s biggest results were shaped not only by individual brill»»»

US marshals Saturday arrested Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan in Miami on undisclosed charges. British authorities have been pushing for the extradition of the Tate brothers who face 59 charges in the UK including rape, sex trafficking, assault, tax evasion and money laundering. »»»

The perfectly styled look, the iconic uniform and the opportunity to travel the world — the Emirates cabin crew image has captured the imagination of millions. For many aspiring aviation professionals, joining Emirates is more than just a job; it is a dream career that combines global travel, luxur»»»

Washington, United States: Radical social media influencer Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan were arrested Saturday in Miami, the US Marshals Service told AFP, as Britain seeks their extradition to face new charges of rape, sex trafficking and assault. Marshals confirmed the arrest of 39-year-old»»»

RIYADH: Startups in the Middle East and North Africa raised $1.7 billion across 242 funding rounds in the first half of 2026, as investors continued to deploy capital despite heightened geopolitical uncertainty, according to Wamda’s H1 2026 report. The figure represents an 18 percent decline from t»»»

RIYADH: Venture capital across the Middle East and North Africa has been trapped in a paradox: more money, more international attention and more government-backed ambition, yet still a market that looks small beside the economies it is meant to help transform. Startups in the region raised $3.8 bil»»»

MAKKAH: Saudi Arabia has launched the pilot phase of its new Tourism Package Visa, allowing visitors to obtain an electronic visa as part of a single package that includes flights, accommodation and insurance booked through authorized travel providers. The initiative, introduced by the Ministry of »»»

FIFA President Gianni Infantino hands President Donald Trump the FIFA World Cup trophy after announcing the 2026 World Cup draw in the White House. File Photo by Annabelle Gordon/UPI | License Photo July 17 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump on Friday told FIFA officials they should pick the United St»»»

DAKAR: Senegal’s ex-president Macky Sall, who is campaigning to become the next UN secretary-general, held a meeting in Dakar Friday with his successor, a visit criticized by the former leader’s detractors. The trip marked the first time that Sall, who led the nation between 2012 and 2024, has retu»»»

RABAT: France and Morocco moved on Thursday to strengthen a renewed partnership that has flourished over the past two years, with French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu hailing “exceptionally positive” ties in Rabat. But the high-level visit came as a media consortium published fresh reports that »»»

RABAT: France and Morocco moved on Thursday to strengthen a renewed partnership that has flourished over the past two years, with French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu hailing “exceptionally positive” ties in Rabat. But the high-level visit came as a media consortium published fresh reports that »»»

NEW YORK: Argentina’s Mauricio Pochettino is weighing ‌whether to coach the United States Men’s National Team for the next four years, which would include the 2030 World Cup hosted by Morocco, Portugal and Spain. Pochettino has been engaged in contract talks to stay with the USMNT side that reached»»»

BARCELONA: Almost two decades ago, photographer Joan Monfort didn’t think much of his photo shoot of a teenage Lionel Messi bathing a cute baby boy in a plastic bathtub. Not until the remarkable twist of fate became clear years later, when that infant blossomed into Lamine Yamal. Now those images o»»»

The Grand Mosque of Paris, built in 1926 in the Latin Quarter as a tribute to Muslim soldiers who died for France during World War I, marks its 100th anniversary this year. French historian Benjamin Stora traces its little-known role as a geopolitical bridge – not only between France and Alger»»»

WASHINGTON: The World Cup final between Argentina and Spain on Sunday will be refereed by Slavko Vinčić of Slovenia, two years after he was in charge of a Champions League final. FIFA announced the pick late Thursday. It’s the second straight World Cup final where Argentina, now the defending champ»»»

The European Union's renewed drive to expand eastwards could face its biggest political obstacle yet if French far-right leader Marine Le Pen wins the 2027 presidential election, potentially derailing accession hopes for Ukraine and the Western Balkans at one of the most critical moments in the blo»»»

"Football is the most important of the less important things in the world." Those are the words of one of the most successful coaches in the history of football, Carlo Ancelotti. My fingernails, lack of sleep and heightened blood pressure are all evidence that Brazil’s current manager has a point. »»»

East Rutherford: Master will take on apprentice when Spain coach Luis de la Fuente lines up against his former student, Argentina’s Lionel Scaloni, in the World Cup final on Sunday. Nine years ago, Scaloni was just another former professional player pursuing a career in coaching, studying for his p»»»

Secretary of State Marco Rubio unveiled a new policy Thursday to impose visa restrictions against far-left terrorists. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo July 16 (UPI) -- Secretary of State Marco Rubio unveiled a new policy to impose visa restrictions on alleged far-left terrorists, as t»»»

If you’re an overseas Filipino worker (OFW), you've probably spent years making sacrifices so your family can have a better future. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click hereMany OFWs hope their savings, investments or pension will be enough for retirement. »»»

The world is not on track to meet the goals of the Paris Agreement. Not because ambition is lacking or the science is unclear. We have the evidence and the solutions. We also have an increasingly clear understanding of the problem and the consequences of inaction. The challenge lies elsewhere. Too »»»

The world is not on track to meet the goals of the Paris Agreement. Not because ambition is lacking or the science is unclear. We have the evidence and the solutions. We also have an increasingly clear understanding of the problem and the consequences of inaction. The challenge lies elsewhere. Too »»»

France briefly explored acquiring the controversial Pegasus spyware in 2019, according to media investigations, even as Morocco was allegedly using the Israeli-made surveillance tool to target French ministers. The report claims President Emmanuel Macron ultimately rejected the purchase to avoid re»»»

France and Morocco moved on Thursday to strengthen a renewed partnership that has flourished over the past two years, with French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu hailing their "exceptionally positive" ties in Rabat. Lecornu praised the diplomatic advances Paris and Rabat have achieved since Presid»»»

The French Prime Minister along with a retinue of officials has arrived in Morocco. The choice for his first overseas trip is significant - as Paris looks to turn a diplomatic rapprochement into a broader strategic partnership with Rabat. If all goes well - Morocco's Mohammed VI could potentially v»»»

PARIS: France briefly considered acquiring the controversial Israeli-made Pegasus spyware from mid-2019 during a period when Morocco was trying to use it to spy on French ministers, a journalistic investigation said Thursday. An investigation by a consortium of media led by Forbidden Stories first »»»

RABAT: France ​and Morocco are seeking expressions of ‌interest ‌for ​an ‌electricity ⁠interconnection project ​between the ⁠two countries as part ⁠of ‌broader ‌efforts ​to strengthen energy ‌connections ‌between Europe and ‌North Africa, French Prime Minister ⁠Sébastien ⁠Lecornu said in Rabat.»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received a phone call on Thursday from His Majesty King Mohammed VI of the sisterly Kingdom of Morocco, during which His Majesty expressed his sincere condolences on the passing of His Highness the late Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin »»»

Wizz Air is marking two decades of operations in Romania with an expanded fleet, a 50 percent market share, and plans to offer approximately 18 million seats on the local market in 2026. The airline is now prioritising higher frequencies and greater network resilience, while preparing additional ro»»»

French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu is set to visit Morocco on July 16 in an effort to strengthen ties between Paris and Rabat, whether it is for trade or defence. But as the visit starts, an investigation has revealed that Morocco has used Israeli spyware to spy on several French ministers, in»»»

PRESS REVIEW - Thursday, July 7: we look into new revelations on the Moroccan surveillance apparatus, five years after the first wave of the Pegasus spyware scandal. In other news, support for Israel is floundering on both sides of the political spectrum in Washington ahead of Israeli prime Ministe»»»