Nvidia's Jensen Huang sees robotics as next major sector for S. Korea - UPI.com
Nvidia Corp. CEO Jensen Huang speaks to reporters after arriving at Gimpo International Airport in western Seoul on Friday. Photo by Yonhap Nvidia Corp. Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Jensen Huang said Friday that he views robotics as the next major growth sector in South Korea, adding that the dome»»»
Cabinet approves new financial strategy in case of mudflows - | 24.KG
Kyrgyzstan will begin preparing financial reserves in advance for earthquakes, mudflows, landslides, and other natural disasters. The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the Disaster Risk Financing Strategy for 2026–2030. The document is intended to help the state respond more quickly to emergencies »»»
Saudi Arabia, Russia trade tops $4bn, expand relations, says Grozdev
RIYADH: Russian Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Alexey Grozdev said trade between Saudi Arabia and Russia has surpassed $4 billion, reflecting rapidly expanding economic relations between the two countries. Speaking to Argaam on the sidelines of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum»»»
Video: Lufthansa Boeing jet tips onto its nose at German airport
Berlin: A Lufthansa Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner tipped onto its nose at Frankfurt Airport on Thursday, June 4, 2026, injuring several staff, the German airline said. The incident occurred at 12:45 pm (1045 GMT) just before passengers boarded the plane which was scheduled to fly to Los Angeles. "The air»»»
Shura Council attends Global Conference of Women Parliamentarians in Belgrade
Belgrade: The Shura Council participated in the Global Conference of Women Parliamentarians in Belgrade, which aimed to provide a platform for women parliamentarians to exchange experiences and identify innovative, shared strategies to advance women’s rights and empowerment. The conference discusse»»»
UAE confiscates Dh4.23 billion in 2025 anti-money laundering crackdown
Abu Dhabi: The National Committee for Combating Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism and Illegal Organisations (NAMLCFTC) has announced the performance indicators of the UAE’s national anti-money laundering, counter-terrorist financing, and counter-proliferation financing fram»»»
Clear to partly cloudy weather on Friday
Tunis, June 5 (TAP) – The weather will be clear to partly cloudy on Friday across most regions of the country, according to a bulletin published by the National Institute of Meteorology (INM).Maximum temperatures will range between 27°C and 32°C...»»»
‘Qatar advancing science-based approach to environmental protection’
Doha, Qatar: Minister of Environment and Climate Change H E Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie affirmed that environmental protection in the State of Qatar is a firmly established national priority and an integrated framework closely linked to quality of life, the sustainability of reso»»»
Government Seeks "Lowest Possible Deficit" Through New Measures
Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Galab Donev told the National Assembly on Friday that the government's goal is to achieve the lowest possible government deficit through the measures it plans to propose. During the rest of the year, regardless of the measures introduced, "it is impossible»»»
Vazrazhdane Leader Kostadinov Calls for Dossier Commission Closure
Vazrazhdane has submitted a proposal to close the Dossier Commission, Vazrazhdane leader Kostadin Kostadinov told journalists on the sidelines of Parliament on Friday. Kostadinov said the commission was not functioning in practice and described it as “a political sanatorium” for loyal party figures»»»
Pakistan, Iran interior ministers discuss de-escalation amid renewed regional tensions
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met his Iranian counterpart Eskandar Momeni on the sidelines of a regional security gathering in Kyrgyzstan, with the two sides discussing efforts to reduce tensions in the Middle East following a fresh escalation amid efforts for peace between W»»»
Russian MFA comments on Kyrgyzstan's election to UN Security Council - | 24.KG
Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova commented on Kyrgyzstan’s election as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council. «On June 3, the UN General Assembly held elections of members of the UN Security Council for 2027-2028. Kyrgyzstan (representing the Asia-Pacific Group), Zi»»»
International Finance Corporation to support small businesses in Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) intends to invest up to $10 million to expand support for small and medium-sized businesses in Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan, the corporation’s press service reported. The funds will be directed to Highland Central Asia Fund II, which plans to use the raised »»»
‘Israel Hayom’ Column: Netanyahu Has Led Israel Into Isolation, Relying on ‘One Unpredictable Man’
In a sharp critique published Monday, Israeli writer and military analyst Yoav Limor has dismissed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s recent claim of “breaking the barrier of fear,” warning that Israel is sliding into unprecedented political and international isolation under his leadership. Writin»»»
Sayyed Al-Houthi Voices Full Readiness, Unified Position among Resistance Groups to Confront Enemies
Leader of Yemen’s Ansarullah revolutionary group Sayyed Abdul Malik Al-Houthi affirmed a state of “full readiness” and close coordination across the Axis of Resistance, stressing unified positioning in response to ongoing developments in Lebanon and Palestine and any potential escalation. Speaking »»»
Norway's Crown Princess Placed on List for Lung Transplant
Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit has been placed on a waiting list for a lung transplant after a further deterioration of her health, the royal household said in a statement on Friday. The 52-year-old wife of Crown Prince Haakon, the heir to the Norwegian throne, was diagnosed with pulmonary »»»
Israel Issues Evacuation Warnings North of Litani, Kills 7 in Strikes on Tyre
Israel's military warned residents of three villages north of the Litani River in southern Lebanon to evacuate on Friday as strikes overnight in the south Lebanon city of Tyre killed seven people. "For your safety, you must evacuate your homes immediately and move away from the villages and towns b»»»
Visit Qatar highlights country’s leading sustainable experiences and landmarks
Doha, Qatar: In celebration of World Environment Day on June 5, Visit Qatar is highlighting a diverse range of sustainable tourism destinations and experiences that reflect the State of Qatar’s unwavering commitment to sustainable development and responsible tourism. In alignment with the Qatar Nat»»»
56% of global investors want UAE property, new international survey reveals
The United Arab Emirates continues to strengthen its position as one of the world’s leading real estate investment destinations despite recent regional challenges, according to a new global survey commissioned by Arada. The Arada UAE Real Estate Investment Index, conducted by U.S.-based research fi»»»
Hatton, Vincent share lead as Valderrama delivers opening-day test
SAN ROQUE, SPAIN: Real Club Valderrama wasted no time reminding the LIV Golf field exactly of their competitive nature. Gusty, swirling winds turned an already demanding par 71 into an even more difficult test during Thursday’s opening round of LIV Golf Andalucia. The field averaged 72.51, the hard»»»
Dubai Basketball takes step toward ABA League glory with historic finals homecoming
DUBAI: After three months away from home, Dubai Basketball returned to a packed Coca-Cola Arena on Thursday night and delivered a memorable 99-93 victory over Partizan in Game 1 of the 2025/2026 ABA League Finals. With nearly 9,500 fans filling the arena, the evening felt like more than a basketbal»»»
Police secure ballot boxes from Seoul polling station after dispersing protesters - UPI.com
Officials remove ballot boxes from a polling station in southern Seoul on Friday after breaking up protesters who had gathered in protest of a shortage of ballots during the June 3 local elections. Photo by Yonhap Police on Friday secured remaining ballot boxes at a polling station in southern Seou»»»
Central Asian countries agree to preserve snow leopard - | 24.KG
On the sidelines of the 8th Global Environment Facility (GEF) Assembly in Samarkand, Central Asian countries confirmed their commitment to developing a joint regional initiative to conserve snow leopards, other transboundary wildlife species, and sustainably manage mountain landscapes. According to»»»
US throws support behind Bolivia's president as unrest grows
Washington is pledging emergency aid to Bolivia and is warning against attempts to topple President Rodrigo Paz as his government faces mounting protests and worsening shortages. Washington on Thursday threw its support behind embattled Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz, offering emergency assistance »»»
Students begin end-of-term exams with confidence, careful preparation
Doha, Qatar: As end-of-term examinations begin across schools in Qatar, a mix of focus, anticipation, and nervousness is sweeping through classrooms, marking one of the most important academic milestones in students’ educational journey. Thousands of students from science and humanities tracks are »»»
885 recycling bins distributed across Al Rayyan Municipality in May
The Peninsula Doha, Qatar: As part of the National Waste Segregation at Source Program, the Ministry of Municipality, represented by the Awareness Section of the General Cleanliness Department, distributed 885 blue recycling bins to households across Al Rayyan Municipality during May, bringing the »»»
Israeli enemy army issues threat to evacuate six towns in southern Lebanon: Teffahta, Babliyeh, Saksakiya, Marwaniyeh, Qaqaiyat Al-Sanawbar and Sarafand - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Israeli Forces Kill Palestinian Man in West Bank
Israeli forces shot dead an 18-year-old Palestinian man in the occupied West Bank, the Palestinian health ministry said Friday, while the military said it had killed someone who threw firebombs at vehicles. In the early hours of Friday, the health ministry said it had been informed of "the martyrdo»»»
Hungary tops Europe for costliest power cuts: households lose thousands every year
Hungary is facing the highest household financial losses from power cuts in Europe, according to a new global analysis by Compare the Market. The findings show a hidden economic burden caused by electricity outages across the continent, with Hungary ranking at the top of the list for both outage du»»»
Qatar Olympic Academy hosts ‘Generative AI for Sports Leaders’ programme
Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Olympic Academy organized a specialised programme titled ‘Generative AI for Leaders in Sport’ on June 3 and4, in collaboration with Google Cloud. The programme comes amid growing global interest in leveraging generative artificial intelligence as one of the most influential t»»»
Xi Jinping to visit North Korea next week in first trip since 2019 - UPI.com
Chinese President Xi Jinping (R) will visit North Korea next week, state media from both countries reported Friday. This photo shows North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Xi shaking hands during a meeting at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing in September 2025. File Photo by KNCA/EPA SEOUL, June»»»
SCO head congratulates Kyrgyzstan on election to UN Security Council - | 24.KG
Secretary General of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Nurlan Yermekbayev congratulated President Sadyr Japarov and the people of Kyrgyzstan on the election of the country as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council for 2027-2028. The press service of the Ministry of »»»
Municipality Minister meets UAE Ambassador
Minister of Municipality H E Abdullah bin Hamad bin Abdullah Al Attiyah met yesterday at his office with Ambassador of United Arab Emirates to Qatar H E Saeed Abdullah Al Qamzi. During the meeting, the two sides discussed ways to strengthen cooperation and enhance bilateral relations in areas of mu»»»
MoEHE inspects progress of end-of-semester exams
Doha, Qatar: Undersecretary of the Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE) H E Dr. Ibrahim bin Saleh Al Nuaimi inspected yesterday the progress of the end-of-second-semester examinations for the 2025–2026 academic year at Omar Bin Al-Khattab Secondary School for Boys. He was accompanied »»»
Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon reports Israeli drone strikes in Toul and Tibnin - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Israeli occupation forces launch wave of overnight arrests across West Bank - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli occupation forces launch wave of overnight arrests across West Bank 05-06-2026 10:36 AM Latest News Urgent News Israeli occupation »»»
US Employers Likely Added 105,000 Jobs in May with Labor Market Stable Despite Costly Iran War
The American job market has climbed out of a rut. But it's still trudging along tepidly, frustrating young people and others out of work. The Labor Department is expected to report Friday that companies, non-profits and government agencies added 105,000 jobs last month, according to a survey of for»»»
Palestinian Official Hails 'Historic Victory' Over US and Israel at ILO
The fact Palestine defended its new observer status in the International Labor Organization is a source of pride for the country, Secretary-General of the Palestinian General Federation of Trade Unions Shaher Saad tells Sputnik. Palestinian workers waged a continuous diplomatic battle within the or»»»
Crimea to Sign Deals Worth Combined $2.3Bln on Sidelines of SPIEF – Parliament Head
Crimea plans to sign deals totaling more than 170 billion rubles ($2.3 billion) on the sidelines of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF), Crimean parliament president Vladimir Konstantinov, told Sputnik. "The total worth of the deals presented is quite substantial — more than 170»»»
Russia Open to Return of Western Businesses, Should Be Open to Foreign Investment - Kremlin
Russia is open to the return of Western businesses and the country should remain open to foreign investment to develop and ensure competition, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told Sputnik. "Absolutely. We need to, absolutely. We must remain open to foreign investment," Peskov said at the 2026 St. P»»»
Why is Trump’s name being removed from the Kennedy arts centre?
Washington: The Kennedy Center is beginning the process of removing references to President Donald Trump a week after a federal judge ruled that his name had been illegally added to the performing arts centre. Roma Daravi, the Kennedy Center’s vice-president of public relations, said in a statement»»»
Swiss International School celebrates graduation of Class of 2026
Doha, Qatar: This has been an eventful year in Qatar and for the graduating Class of 2026 at the Swiss International School, Qatar (SISQ), an unusual and at times uncertain journey. At the beginning of the year, Mrs Gillard, the school’s IBDP Coordinator, reminded students that the Diploma Programm»»»
Ministry of Municipality, Indian Embassy mark World Environment Day with tree-planting event
Doha, Qatar: In celebration of World Environment Day, the Ministry of Municipality, represented by the Public Parks Department and Doha Municipality, organised a tree-planting event in cooperation with the Embassy of India in Qatar as part of the country’s ongoing Plant 10 Million Trees Initiative.»»»
Airlines usually add summer flights — so why are they cutting them now?
Dubai: UAE, Indian and multiple global airlines are entering what analysts are calling “one of the most unpredictable summer travel seasons in recent years”, with the Iran conflict, fuel prices and airspace disruptions forcing carriers to rethink growth plans during what is usually the industry’s b»»»
‘Promising green investment opportunities for Qatari investors in Jordan’
Amman: CEO of the Association of Banks in Jordan (ABJ) Dr. Maher Al Mahrouq said Jordan offers promising investment opportunities in green economy projects, calling on Qatari investors to explore opportunities in renewable energy, sustainable transport, the circular economy, and low-emission infras»»»
PISQ Drama Galore 2026 showcases creativity and talent
Doha, Qatar: The curtains rose on an extraordinary showcase of talent, imagination, and literary excellence as Pakistan International School Qatar proudly presented Drama Galore 2026, a multi-day theatrical festival that brought together students from the KG, Primary, Boys, Girls, and Cambridge Win»»»
Taiwan, China Coast Guards in Renewed Standoff at Top of South China Sea
The Taiwanese and Chinese Coast Guards were engaged in another tense standoff near the strategically located Pratas Islands at the top of the South China Sea on Friday, Taiwan said, the second time in a fortnight that this has happened. China claims democratically governed Taiwan as its own territ»»»
Turkish Monthly Inflation at 1.71% in May, Exceeding Forecasts
Turkish consumer price inflation stood at 1.71% month-on-month in May, while the annual figure climbed to 32.61%, data from the Turkish Statistical Institute showed on Friday. In a Reuters poll, monthly inflation was forecast to be 1.63%, with the annual rate seen at 32.50%, as the Iran war driv»»»
‘National economy strength stems from effective public-private partnership’
Doha, Qatar: Chairman of the Qatar Chamber, Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani (pictured), stated that under its wise leadership, the State of Qatar has successfully addressed various global challenges with high efficiency, safeguarding economic stability and ensuring the uninterrupted»»»