Tokyo: A severe tropical storm battered southwestern Japan on Tuesday, knocking out power to tens of thousands of homes, grounding hundreds of flights and injuring nine people. The Japan Meteorological Agency warned of high waves, landslides and flooding as storm Jangmi -- which was downgraded from»»»

Prime Minister Péter Magyar said in parliament on Monday that a historic result had been achieved in Brussels last week: a political agreement had been reached to bring home EU funds owed to Hungary, one that benefits both the country and Hungarian people in every respect. In his speech before the »»»

Lebanon announced a partial ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel on Monday in what would amount to a limited de-escalation of a conflict that has killed thousands of people and inflamed the broader US-Israeli war with Iran. According to Lebanon's embassy in Washington, the agreement would not end»»»

TAIPEI: A Taiwanese military training aircraft crashed on Tuesday during a simulated engine failure exercise, killing the two pilots on board, the defense ministry said in a statement. The T-34 plane crashed at 8:08 a.m. (0008 GMT) at the northern end of the runway at Gangshan Air Base in the islan»»»

BEIRUT/JERUSALEM: Lebanon announced a partial ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel on Monday in what would amount to a limited de-escalation of a conflict that has killed thousands of people and inflamed the broader US-Israeli war with Iran. According to Lebanon's embassy in Washington, the agree»»»

The U20 national team of Kyrgyzstan will play two friendly matches against Bahrain and Azerbaijan at a training camp in Turkey. The athletes will take to the field in Antalya, where the training camp will take place on June 1-10. On June 3, Kyrgyz football players will play against Bahrain, and on »»»

Five children fell into Ak-Buura River in Osh. The incident occurred on May 31. According to the city’s Department of Internal Affairs, four of them were rescued, and the fifth drowned. The children were playing near the old bird market. The river’s water level rose, and they were swept away by the»»»

On June 1, during a quarantine phytosanitary inspection of 6,000 kilograms of rice imported from Kazakhstan, the Chui-Bishkek Department of Chemicalization, Plant Protection, and Quarantine under the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry at the Ak-Zhol phytosanitary chec»»»

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy launched a cruise missile strike on the US-Israeli vessel MSC Sariska in response to the US attack on the Iranian vessel in the Gulf of Oman, the IRGC said. "Following the US Army's aggressive attack on the Iranian ship Lion Star in the Gulf of Oman»»»

US President Donald Trump expressed hope that Israel and the Lebanon-based Shia movement of Hezbollah would "stop shooting" for eternity. "I had a conversation with Bibi [Benjamin] Netanyahu today, asking him not to go into a major raid of Beirut, Lebanon. He turned his Troops around. Thank you Bib»»»

British defense firm BAE Systems will provide training and maintenance support for Bradley Fighting Vehicles and M88A2 recovery vehicles in Ukraine. The US Army Contracting Command announced its intent to award a sole-source service contract to British firm BAE Systems to provide specialized traini»»»

Farmer Issa al-Moussa walks among his damaged wheat crop in eastern Syria after the nearby Euphrates River flooded in recent days due to heavy rainfall and increased flows from Türkiye. Syrian authorities have said the country was experiencing an "exceptional" rise in water levels along the Euphrat»»»

The Committee on Labor, Healthcare, Women’s Affairs and Social Issues of the Zhogorku Kenesh has approved an agreement between Kyrgyzstan and Austria on social security for citizens of both countries, as well as a draft implementation plan. The decision to develop the document was made during Presi»»»

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has activated its Class 12 portal for verification of issues in scanned answer books and re-evaluation of answers. The facility became operational on June 2, 2026. Who can applyThe facility is available only to students who have already accessed scann»»»

Saudi Arabia has witnessed the first birth of an onager, one of the world's rarest wild equids, on its soil in more than 100 years, marking a milestone in efforts to restore species that disappeared from the Arabian Peninsula. The Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve said a male onager (Equus h»»»

The Tashkent Asian Cadet & Junior Cup 2026, dedicated to the memory of renowned Uzbek athlete Uchkun Murodov, concluded in Tashkent. The Judo Federation announced. After all the days of competition, the Kyrgyzstan’s team won six medals: two among the cadets (under 18) and four among the juniors (un»»»

At least 20 protesters have been arrested outside an immigrant detention center in Newark, New Jersey, after they violated a newly imposed curfew, the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has said. The arrests took place on Sunday night at the Delaney Hall facility, following days of escalating»»»

A unique project aimed at restoring the famous sakura trees, which serve as a living historical monument and a symbol of cultural ties between Kyrgyzstan and Japan, is being launched in the village of Tamga in Issyk-Kul region, organizers said. Recent research conducted by Japanese specialist Akihi»»»

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Administrator Mehmet Oz on Monday announced a new work requirement rule for Medicaid eligibility. File Photo by Jim Lo Scalzo/UPI | License Photo June 1 (UPI) -- The Trump administration unveiled a new rule Monday adding work requirements to Medicaid eligi»»»

Kyrgyz director Nargiza Dotieva’s feature-length debut film Ereze has been selected for the «New Asian Talents» competition program at the 28th Shanghai International Film Festival. The film’s world premiere will take place at one of Asia’s largest film forums, which will be held from June 12 to 21»»»

The Israeli military is targeting rescue workers in and around the city of Nabatieh as it expands its offensive into southern Lebanon, RT correspondent Ali Rida Sbeity reported from the ground on Monday. The reporter traveled through the city, accompanying first responders as they searched for surv»»»

Jerusalem: The Israeli military said early Tuesday air defenses intercepted two projectiles from Lebanon, hours after US President Donald Trump announced that fighting would end.“Following the sirens that sounded at 01:35 (2235 GMT) in several areas in northern Israel, the IAF intercepted two proje»»»

In a week marked by bearish sentiment, Egypt’s stock exchange (EGX) concluded trading on a negative note. The benchmark EGX30 index experienced a decline of 1.67%, closing at 31,332.73 points, raising concerns among market participants about potential headwinds in the broader economy. The EGX33, a »»»

By Khaled Al-Amin Photo Credit: Ahmed Saber Lately, the name Uber has been widely circulated among the Egyptian community, what it is? how did it succeed in grabbing so much attention from different social classes here in Egypt? We will examine the case from all its angels, to present the fairest v»»»

In a significant move to capitalize on the burgeoning cloud computing market, Dubai-based Edgnex Data Centers, led by billionaire Hussain Sajwani, has announced a joint venture with European utility giant PPC Group. The partnership aims to establish a state-of-the-art data center in Spata, Greece, »»»

Law enforcement agencies of Kyrgyzstan and Russia have disrupted the activities of a transnational group involved in supplying large batches of synthetic drugs from Russia to Kyrgyzstan, the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs reported. The special operation was carried out by officer»»»

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced that its Class 12 verification and re-evaluation portal is now live, ending uncertainty caused by earlier technical glitches and cybersecurity concerns. In an update on X, CBSE Headquarters confirmed the portal’s activation and advised s»»»

Tensions between Israel and Hezbollah intensified on Monday, after US President Donald Trump said the two sides had agreed to dial back fighting following talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and indirect communication with Hezbollah. US President Donald Trump said Monday that Israe»»»

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Monday he told US President Donald Trump that his country would strike Beirut if Hezbollah doesn't stop attacking Israel. Earlier, Trump had said that Israel and Hezbollah had agreed to dial back fighting. Speaking with FRANCE 24's Sharon Gaffney, B»»»

Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen announced on Monday that she has formed a new left-leaning minority coalition after months of negotiations following inconclusive elections in March. The agreement secures her third term in office, bringing together four parties that hold a slim parliament»»»

Bulgaria has barely had time to celebrate joining the eurozone monetary union at the start of this year before the European Commission is set to turn around and throw it into the rapidly growing financial delinquents club. Bulgaria is about to breach the 3% of GDP. budget deficit threshold that wil»»»

Bulgaria has barely had time to celebrate joining the eurozone monetary union at the start of this year before the European Commission is set to turn around and throw it into the rapidly growing financial delinquents club. Bulgaria is about to breach the 3% of GDP. budget deficit threshold that wil»»»

ROME: A 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Italy’s Calabria region early on Tuesday and was felt as far away as Naples. The epicentre was located in the Tyrrhenian Sea off the city of Cosenza, about 240 kilometres southeast of Naples. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf»»»

Share: Photo- A woman carries the body of six-month-old Mariam Fahs during her funeral after she was killed in an Israeli strike on the town of Saksakiyeh (AP) Growing frustration is emerging within Lebanon’s Shiite community, extending beyond the traditional political discourse of Hezbollah and th»»»

British Ambassador to Egypt John Casson said petroleum giant British Petroleum (BP) is investing $13 billion over five years to make Egypt the new energy superpower, through investments worth more than Cairo’s three-year $12 billion loan deal with the IMF. In a press release, the UK Embassy in Cair»»»

June 1 (UPI) -- At least seven people, including the suspected shooter, are dead Monday following a series of shootings in an Iowa city that authorities said stemmed from a domestic dispute. The suspect was identified as Ryan Willis McFarland, 52, of Muscatine, located along the eastern Iowa border»»»

The US naval blockade continues to choke Iran, with 121 ships redirected and five "disabled" so far as of June 1, according to the Central Command (CentCom), which oversees US military operations in the Gulf and Middle East. The move ensures "compliance" to the US naval blockade of Iranian ports, i»»»

Dubai: UAE motorists are paying more at the pump for a fourth straight month, with petrol prices rising by nearly 8% in June. Yet despite the increase, local fuel costs remain below many major international markets as global oil prices cool from recent highs. New June fuel prices are: Super 98, Spe»»»

Sharjah: Sharjah Police have released an awareness video urging motorists not to leave their vehicles unlocked or unattended with keys inside, warning that even a brief lapse in judgment can create an opportunity for theft. The video is part of the force’s new campaign, “The Safety of Your Belongin»»»

The UAE is expected to experience dusty conditions, fresh to strong winds and rough seas in the Arabian Gulf over the coming days, while temperatures gradually decline towards the weekend, the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) said on Tuesday. The NCM said the country is being affected by an ext»»»

Sharjah: Sharjah Police successfully implemented its security and traffic plan during the Eid Al Adha holiday, handling more than 70,000 calls and ensuring smooth traffic flow and public safety across the emirate. The force received 61,509 emergency calls through the 999 hotline and 8,432 calls thr»»»

Saudi Arabia's Central Bank (SAMA) has instructed financing companies and other licensed non-bank financial institutions to notify the central bank at least five working days before launching any investment round, as part of efforts to strengthen regulatory oversight of fundraising activities. The »»»

Multiple explosions were heard on Tuesday as missiles rocked the Ukrainian capital Kyiv, AFP journalists and officials said, with authorities urging residents to seek shelter. Residents rushed to shelters clutching bags and blankets, AFP journalists observed, as a large plume of smoke emanated from»»»

Dubai: As negotiations between Iran and the United States falter and fighting in Lebanon escalates, attention is turning to another strategic waterway that could become the next flashpoint in the Middle East conflict: the Bab Al Mandab Strait. According to a report by CNN, Iranian media reported on»»»

Farmer Issa al-Moussa walks among his damaged wheat crop in eastern Syria after the nearby Euphrates River flooded in recent days due to heavy rainfall and increased flows from Turkey. Syrian authorities have said the country was experiencing an "exceptional" rise in water levels along the Euphrate»»»

When the double boom rang out in New England over the weekend, shaking homes and sending pets fleeing, questions started flooding social media. “Did anyone else hear that boom?” “Anyone feel that?” NASA let people know over the weekend that the cause of the commotion was a meteor, but on Monday the»»»

BOGOTÁ: The hard-right Donald Trump fan and leftist senator vying to become president of Colombia traded insults on Monday as they threw themselves into campaigning for the June 21 election runoff. Right-wing lawyer Abelardo de la Espriella was the surprise winner of the first round of the presiden»»»

WASHINGTON: One American soldier and one British soldier died during a training exercise in Iraq, US and UK officials said Monday without releasing further details. The deaths occurred Sunday at an air base in Irbil in the semi-autonomous Kurdish region of northern Iraq, where the US has retained a»»»

KYIV: A major ‌Russian attack targeted Kyiv early on Tuesday, with at least four people injured and an apartment building in the Ukrainian capital heavily damaged, according to witnesses ​and officials. Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko said a suspected missile strike on a 24-story apartment building cau»»»

TORONTO: Canadian ‌Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on Monday a new federal advisory council to combat antisemitism, warning that a surge in hate ​crimes means the country is failing to protect Jewish Canadians. Speaking at a Toronto synagogue, Carney said antisemitism in Canada “has surged to »»»