My job is to connect teams to world stage: Al Jaber
Doha, Qatar: Based at the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium during the FIFA World Cup 2026, Wasan Yousef Al Jaber is serving on secondment as a FIFA Media Officer, supporting media operations for all teams competing at the venue. Alongside this role, she also serves as the dedicated media officer for »»»
2016/2017 budget targets a 5% economic growth rate
Finance Minister: The state is committed to its main role in providing social justice and protection Egypt has a promising economy with abundance of resources and potentials The government’s economic policies, in coordination with the central bank, seek to control inflation rates gradually: Through»»»
US-Iran deal may leave Netanyahu as biggest casualty
BEIRUT: The biggest casualty of the US-Iran deal may not be Israel’s Iran strategy, but the political brand Benjamin Netanyahu spent decades building as the Israeli leader who could uniquely bend Washington to his will on Iran, analysts, former US officials and diplomats say.Netanyahu shaped his p»»»
Why Dubai gold prices are dropping despite global uncertainty
Dubai: Dubai gold prices fell again on Thursday morning, extending a steep June decline that has taken 24-karat gold to its lowest level of the month. (Check latest UAE gold prices here, alongside prices in Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and India.) Sign up for our daily business newsl»»»
HBKU researchers develop energy-efficient wastewater reuse system
Doha: Researchers at Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) have developed an innovative decentralised wastewater treatment system that could reduce treatment energy consumption by up to 50 percent while transforming wastewater and organic waste into valuable resources for urban greening and agricultu»»»
Rubio in Bahrain as US-Iran diplomacy ramps up
MANAMA: Top US diplomat Marco Rubio was in Bahrain on Thursday after promising Gulf allies that Washington would protect their interests as it seeks to hammer out a final settlement to end the war with Iran. With diplomacy in full swing, Brent crude fell to its lowest price since the start of the w»»»
How this family started over in the UAE after losing their father
Dubai: There are moments in life that divide everything into “before” and “after.” For the Mariano family, that moment came with the passing of their father. In an instant, the home they knew in the Philippines changed. The laughter grew quieter, the future became uncertain, and responsibility arri»»»
Details of mudflow on Osh-Alay road that claimed lives of six people - | 24.KG
Six people were killed by mudflows at kilometers 58-59 of Osh-Alay road. Two more people were taken to the hospital. According to the Main Directorate of the Ministry of Emergency Situations for Osh region, the incident was reported at around 2 p.m. An emergency response team was dispatched to the »»»
ADNOC Drilling’s first AI walking rig starts early under $1.54 billion offshore deal
Dubai: ADNOC Drilling has delivered and accepted AD-300, its first AI-enabled fully automated walking island rig, nearly three months ahead of schedule, giving the company an earlier start to revenue generation under a six-rig offshore drilling programme. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, »»»
Trump Dodges Responsibility for Minab School Massacre
US President Donald Trump again refused to acknowledge US responsibility for the deadly strike on the Shajarah Tayyebeh Girls’ Primary School in Iran’s Minab, claiming he had “seen nothing” proving it was a US missile. “It’s horrible what happened, but there were missiles flying all over the place,»»»
Senate Republicans narrowly reject resolution to curb war with Iran - UPI.com
Republicans in the U.S. Senate late Wednesday rejected a resolution directing President Donald Trump to remove U.S. forces from hostilities with Iran. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo June 25 (UPI) -- Senate Republicans late Wednesday narrowly defeated a Democratic resolution directing»»»
Parliament to Discuss Amendments to Judiciary Act at Second Reading
The National Assembly is set to debate amendments to the Judiciary Act on second reading. The item is first on the agenda for Thursday’s plenary sitting. The amendments were approved on second reading by the National Assembly Legal Affairs Committee at two consecutive meetings earlier in June. The »»»
Regional Project Support Center for SCO countries opened in Bishkek - | 24.KG
A Regional Project Support Center for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) countries has been opened in Bishkek. The Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Kyrgyzstan reported. The center was created as part of the implementation of the priorities of the Kyrgyz Republic’s SCO presidency in 2025»»»
UAE EV buyers, check these costs before you sign the deal
Dubai: A few years ago, electric vehicles (EVs) in the UAE were considered a niche choice. Today, they’re moving firmly into the mainstream. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.In 2021, fewer than 3,000 new EVs were registered in the UAE. By 2024, annual registrations had »»»
Shamshy reservoir in Naryn region to be commissioned in 2026 - | 24.KG
Shamshy reservoir is scheduled to be commissioned in Kochkor district in 2026. President Sadyr Japarov announced this during a meeting with residents of Naryn region. According to him, the facility will improve the irrigation system in the region. Once operational, the reservoir will ensure a stabl»»»
UN prepares new strategic cooperation document with Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG
A meeting was held in Bishkek between Bakyt Torobayev, Special Representative of the President of Kyrgyzstan for Special Assignments, and Antje Grawe, the UN Resident Coordinator in the Kyrgyz Republic. The parties discussed the current socio-economic situation in Kyrgyzstan, as well as the outcome»»»
Iran slams NATO chief’s comments on US support in war
TEHRAN: Tehran accused NATO on Thursday of “complicity” in the US-Israeli war against Iran, after the bloc’s chief noted its support for the United States in the conflict. Responding to US President Donald Trump’s criticism of allies for not supporting the war, NATO boss Mark Rutte told Fox News th»»»
Arab teams at 2026 World Cup: Morocco advances as Qatar bows out
SEATTLE: Bosnia-Herzegovina reached the knockout stages of the World Cup for the first time after beating 2022 hosts Qatar 3-1 in their final Group B match on Wednesday. Bosnia finished on four points and hours after their game had completed, FIFA announced they will be one of the best eight third-»»»
Trump says Venezuelan earthquakes caused a ‘devastating number of deaths’
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said the two earthquakes that hit Venezuela earlier in the day had “left a devastating number of deaths,” without citing any official casualty figures. “The two major earthquakes that just hit the great people of Venezuela are both massive in scale and»»»
Mexico beat Czech Republic 3-0 to win all 3 World Cup group-stage matches for 1st time
MEXICO CITY: Mateo Chávez and Julián Quiñones scored in a six-minute span early in the second half, and Mexico beat the Czech Republic 3-0 on Wednesday night to win all three of its World Cup group-stage matches for the first time. The 22-year-old Chávez, in his first World Cup, opened the scoring »»»
A cancer patient’s cats inspired a push for pets in hospice wards
WARSAW: When Ewa Lutka-Krawczyk was diagnosed with gallbladder cancer, her first thought was for Gaja, a shelter dog she took in three years ago. She asked her doctor to assure her she would live a few more years so the deeply attached Gaja “wouldn’t be left behind.” But the prognosis was grim, and»»»
Climate change fuelling conflict across Africa's Lake Chad Basin, warn Scandinavian institutes
Climate change is increasingly acting as a threat multiplier in the Lake Chad Basin, exacerbating insecurity, displacement and competition over natural resources across the central and western African region, according to research by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) and »»»
Court permanently blocks key provisions of Trump's voting order - UPI.com
US President Donald Trump signs a voting-related executive order in the Cabinet Room of the White House in Washington, DC on March 25, 2025. On Wednesday, a judge permanently blocked key provisions of the order. File Photo by Shawn Thew/UPI | License Photo June 25 (UPI) -- A federal judge on Wednes»»»
At least six people killed by mudflow on Osh–Alay road - | 24.KG
At least six people were killed after a mudflow hit the 58th kilometer of Osh—Alay road. Information on the number of fatalities and injured is being clarified. Emergency services received reports of the incident on June 24 at 2:17 p.m. Rescuers and a task force were dispatched to the scene. Accord»»»
Rubio assures Gulf allies US will protect interests in Iran peace talks
Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Wednesday assured Gulf allies that Washington would protect their interests as it pursues a final settlement with Iran. President Donald Trump said talks were progressing well, while requesting nearly $88 billion in supplemental funding for the Pentagon after Congr»»»
Turkey ties deepen
Poland and Turkey used high-level talks in Ankara to reinforce economic and strategic cooperation ahead of next week's NATO summit, underscoring how the relationship between the two countries has evolved beyond security concerns into a broader commercial partnership. Officials highlighted that bila»»»
Central bank lowers key rate again, sees room for more cuts
Hungary’s Monetary Council cut the key interest rate by 25 basis points to 6%, as widely expected. This is the second rate cut of the year, following the first in February. The move had been anticipated because the inflation rate remained below the Hungarian National Bank‘s 2–4% target range at 1.8»»»
Fish processing complex opened in Sokuluk district - | 24.KG
Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan Rustam Baltabaev attended the opening of a new fish processing complex in the village of Ak-Zhol in Sokuluk district. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, the facility provides a full cycle of fish processin»»»
South Africa stun South Korea to make World Cup history
Monterrey, Mexico: South Africa beat South Korea 1-0 on Wednesday to reach the World Cup knockout rounds for the first time in their history -- an astonishing turnaround after a dismal opening defeat. The Bafana Bafana, playing at the tournament for the first time since they hosted it in 2010, were»»»
Modern homes to be built in Zardaly village on president's instructions - | 24.KG
Modern residential buildings will be built in the high-mountain village of Zardaly in Batken region. Daiyrbek Orunbekov, head of the Presidential Administration’s Information Policy Service, reported. According to him, in the past, remote and sparsely populated villages were often overlooked due to»»»
GTA 6 is almost here: UAE preorder prices and editions revealed
The wait for Grand Theft Auto 6 is coming to an end, soon. After years of fan theories, leaked rumours and endless online debates, Rockstar Games has finally revealed how much players will pay for the next chapter in its blockbuster crime franchise and when fans can lock in their copy. For gamers i»»»
Ferrari, Bulgari necklace, $30 million cash seized from Filipino-American nurse accused in nearly $1 Billion Medicare fraud scheme
A Filipino-American nurse practitioner accused of orchestrating one of the largest healthcare fraud schemes uncovered in the US is facing allegations that she used taxpayer-funded healthcare reimbursements to bankroll a lavish lifestyle that included luxury cars, high-end jewelry and even a multimi»»»
Vinicius Junior sparkles as Brazil beat Scots to reach World Cup last 32
Miami: Vinicius Junior made it four goals in three games at the World Cup as Brazil cruised to a 3-0 victory over Scotland on Wednesday, sealing progress to the last 32 as Group C winners and leaving their opponents in danger of another first-round exit. Real Madrid superstar Vinicius took advantag»»»
Venezuela declares state of emergency after powerful twin quakes
Caracas: Venezuela's interim leader declared a state of emergency Wednesday as two massive earthquakes caused buildings in the capital to crumble and forced the closure of the country's main airport. Delcy Rodriguez said 20 aftershocks had followed the earthquakes of magnitude 7.2 and 7.5, which st»»»
Qatar left to rue missed chances as Bosnia end World Cup dream
RIYADH: Many Qatari fans will be left wondering what could have been had head coach Julen Lopetegui instructed the team to play with the same attacking intent they showed after going 2-0 down. The score might have been different. Qatar might have had a fighting chance to reach their first knockout-»»»
Vinicius Junior sparkles as Brazil beat Scots to reach World Cup last 32
MIAMI: Vinicius Junior made it four goals in three games at the World Cup as Brazil cruised to a 3-0 victory over Scotland on Wednesday, sealing progress to the last 32 as Group C winners and leaving their opponents in danger of another first-round exit. Real Madrid superstar Vinicius took advantag»»»
Haiti surge denies Morocco top spot as Brazil cruise to Scotland victory
RIYADH: Questions will most certainly be asked of Mohamed Ouahbi’s Atlas Lions tonight. A 4-2 victory over Haiti may have been enough to confirm their spot in the Round of 32, but after an opening draw with Brazil and a valuable victory against Scotland, Moroccan fans will have felt top spot was th»»»
Using flattery, Rutte tries to ease NATO tensions with Trump over Iran
WASHINGTON: NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte sought to calm tensions with President Donald Trump at the White House on Wednesday, using a mix of flattery and gentle pushback to argue that instances of allies’ reluctance to support the US war with Iran were limited to “isolated cases.” The NATO ch»»»
Back-to-back powerful earthquakes hit Venezuela, causing widespread damage
CARACAS, Venezuela: Back-to-back powerful earthquakes struck off the coast of Venezuela on Wednesday evening, causing widespread damage, collapsing buildings and sending panicked residents into the streets. The 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude earthquakes roiled the region, with buildings evacuated in cities »»»
Trump, Republican senator engage in shouting match over Iran war
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump faced pointed criticism over the Iran war on Wednesday in a closed-door meeting with fellow Republicans, shortly before his administration asked Congress for tens of billions of dollars to pay for the conflict.Several Republicans in the closed-door meeting sai»»»
Democrats accuse Trump of skirting Congress on Turkey arms deal - UPI.com
President Donald Trump speaks about Turkey President Recep Tayyip Erdogan during a meeting with Mark Rutte, secretary general of NATO, in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday. Photo by Yuri Gripas/UPI | License Photo June 24 (UPI) -- Democratic lawmakers accused the »»»
KYIV BLOG: The Ukraine war stuck in a violent stalemate
The efforts to bring the war in Ukraine to an end have stalled in the face of an escalating exchange of drone and missiles and the stalemated EU efforts to mediate. Diplomatically, both sides insist they remain open to negotiations. Militarily, however, they are escalating the conflict with mutual »»»
Strong back-to-back earthquakes hit Venezuela capital region - UPI.com
Back-to-back major earthquakes of magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5 rocked Venezuela on Wednesday evening. The quakes are likely to cause widespread damage and mass casualties, the U.S. Geological Survey said. Image courtesy of UPI June 24 (UPI) -- Two major earthquakes -- magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5 -- hit near t»»»
Indian-origin CEOs running some of the world’s biggest companies
Dubai: Kunal Shah’s appointment to lead WhatsApp has added a new name to the growing list of Indian-origin executives running some of the world’s most influential companies. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Until recently, Shah was best known within India’s startup and »»»
What this moment is really asking of UAE business leaders
The UAE has always attracted particular kinds of leaders, ones that have the ability to think in decades. In recent weeks, we have seen orientation put to the test, and in ways that are less dramatic than headlines suggest. From my recent conversations with business leaders, the dominant mood is on»»»
Not BLS, not IVS: What Indian expats in UAE must know about Al Hind’s Indian Consular Application Centre launch
Abu Dhabi/Dubai: As the Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi and the Indian Consulate in Dubai gear up to switch service providers for passport, visa and other consular services, there are plenty of changes that Indian expats in the UAE must be aware of. As announced by the Indian missions, Alhind Tours and»»»
Judge requests explanation for Kennedy Center tarps - UPI.com
1 of 2 | Tarps remain at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts on June 20, a week after a court ordered the removal of Donald Trump's name from the building in Washington, D.C. A federal judge on Wednesday ordered the center's board to provide an explanation for the tarps and scaffoldi»»»
Trump pressures congressional Republicans by delaying landmark housing bill over voter ID push
US President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that he would not sign a new landmark housing bill until congressional Repulicans pass his proposed SAVE America Act to restrict voting procedures which he has been calling for for months. US President Donald Trump said Wednesday he will refuse to sign »»»
Europe leaders reaffirm unity on defence ahead of Ankara NATO summit
European leaders met Wednesday in Berlin ahead of next month's NATO summit in Ankarai to discuss European defence and security guarantees for Ukraine, following tensions with the United States and among the main European members. European leaders reaffirmed on Wednesday their commitment to a stro»»»
Trump says Ukraine's Zelensky doing 'pretty well' against Russia
US President Donald Trump said Wednesday that his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky — whom he previously said lacked the "cards" to win — is doing well in the war against invading Russian forces. "He's doing pretty well. He's holding his own, at least. A lot of people dying on both sides, bu»»»