Red-light jumping kills 4 in Dubai, police urge caution
Dubai: Dubai Police have issued a fresh warning to motorists after running red lights caused 41 traffic accidents across the emirate since the beginning of the year, leaving four people dead and 55 others injured. Brigadier Jumaa Salem Bin Suwaidan, Director of the General Department of Traffic at »»»
12 injured in shooting in Chicago, USA
Washington, USA: A shooting targeting a group of people in Chicago, Illinois, left 12 injured. Chicago police said in a statement that an SUV stopped near a group of people on a city street before two people inside opened fire indiscriminately, injuring 12 people, including four women. Police added»»»
Sharjah rolls out 50% licence fee cuts and deferrals for firms
Dubai: Sharjah has started implementing a three-month package of business support measures, including fee discounts, exemptions and payment deferrals, in a move aimed at helping companies manage costs and maintain operations. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The Sharjah»»»
Israeli army says soldier killed in south Lebanon fighting
The Israeli military said that one of its soldiers was killed in fighting in southern Lebanon on Saturday, marking the fifth such fatality since a U.S.-Iran deal was reached to end the Middle East war. Staff Sergeant Nir Ben Ari "fell in combat" in southern Lebanon, the military said, a day after f»»»
Hundreds of foreign troops to cross Hungary under newly approved military operation
The Hungarian government has authorised military troop movements across the country as part of an international Black Sea mine-clearing mission, according to a government decree published in the latest issue of the Hungarian Gazette. The decision allows up to 500 military personnel at a time to tra»»»
Can small nations survive in a world of civilizational giants?
Alongside the ongoing debate among scholars and expert circles regarding the most accurate terminology for the emerging global order – multipolar, polycentric, or multi-nodal – the concept of the “civilizational state” has naturally gained prominence. I first encountered this framework in the work »»»
America’s unfinished race war: From black power to George Floyd’s legacy
Recently George Floyd’s brother showed off his new diamond encrusted gold medallion with George’s face on it worth about $45,000. He claimed that it immortalized Floyd’s legacy. Many commenters were doubtful if that was the best way to express feelings and asked whether the medallion had been paid »»»
Why are Albanians protesting a Trump family-linked resort? Inside the ‘Flamingo Revolution’
Albania is preparing for the biggest anti-government protest in weeks on Saturday night, with tens of thousands from all over country, as well as diaspora representatives from abroad, arriving in the capital Tirana, according to local media reports. The Balkan country has seen three weeks of demons»»»
Australian government extends cut to fuel sales tax
Canberra, Australia: The Australian government on Sunday announced it will extend a cut to the tax on fuel sales for another month at a lower rate. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Sunday that the fuel excise cut will be rolled back from a discount of 32 cents (about 0.22 U.S. dollars) a lit»»»
Ebola cases rise to 956, with 247 deaths: DR Congo
Kinshasa, DR Congo: The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) announced that the number of confirmed Ebola cases has risen to 956, including 247 deaths, as the outbreak continues and the country's health sector faces increasing pressure. The Ministry of Health of the DRC stated in a press release »»»
DEWA International launched to develop power and water projects worldwide
Dubai: Dubai Electricity and Water Authority has launched DEWA International, a wholly owned independent subsidiary that will develop conventional and clean energy projects worldwide, marking a new phase in Dubai’s push to export its power and water infrastructure model to global markets. Sign up f»»»
Lebanon central bank condemns Israeli strike on branch in south
Lebanon's central bank on Saturday condemned a "direct and deliberate" Israeli attack on one of its branches in the southern city of Nabatieh, where Israel had intensified its strikes despite a ceasefire. "Israeli forces directly targeted a branch of the Bank of Lebanon in Nabatieh," the bank said »»»
Cautious calm prevails in Nabatieh region as municipalities urge residents to delay return until survey operations are completed and safety is secured: Al-Manar correspondent in southern Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Delegations Arrive in Switzerland as Emergency Session on Lebanon Added to Talks Schedule - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Shura Council participates in Marrakesh Economic Parliamentary Forum
Marrakesh: The Shura Council participated in the work of the fourth session of the Marrakesh Economic Parliamentary Forum for the Euro-Mediterranean and Gulf Regions, which was held in Marrakesh in the Kingdom of Morocco, with the participation of parliamentarians, officials and experts from variou»»»
Sheikh Hamdan pays heartfelt Father’s Day tribute to Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid
Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, paid tribute to his father, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE an»»»
Cautious calm engulfs south Lebanon as ceasefire appears to hold
Cautious calm has been engulfing south Lebanon since Saturday, after Israel's political leadership ordered its army to cease its operations, reportedly following intense U.S. pressure to do so. An Israeli army official said Saturday that the military had received orders from the political leadershi»»»
Bezzecchi out of Czech MotoGP after slapping steward
Brno, Czech Republic: MotoGP championship leader Marco Bezzecchi was banned from Sunday's Czech GP after slapping a track steward in the face following a crash in Saturday's sprint, MotoGP said on Sunday. The 27-year-old Italian Aprilia Racing rider crashed out of the sprint with two laps to go. TV»»»
New Zealand match offers historic chance for Egyptian football, former captains say
CAIRO: Egypt’s upcoming World Cup 2026 match against New Zealand presents a golden opportunity to make history, according to former team captains. The two sides are scheduled to meet on Monday in Vancouver, Canada in Group G with Egypt on one point after their draw against Uruguay, and New Zealand »»»
Pope Leo XIV exalts first American saint Cabrini as a model for Christians for her care of migrants
SANT’ANGELO LODIGIANO: Pope Leo XIV on Saturday exalted the first American saint, Mother Frances Cabrini, as a model for Christians today to care for migrants in need, as he visited her birthplace during a day trip to northern Italy. Leo, who has clashed with the Trump administration over its migra»»»
Vance says 'things getting better' in Lebanon
U.S. Vice President JD Vance has said that Lebanon is one of "two big things" that will be discussed in the negotiations with Iran, as he departed from Washington for Switzerland. “I can only be there for a day or two. I think we’re going to hopefully make progress on the nuclear issue, make progre»»»
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi meets Swiss counterpart Ignazio Cassis - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Nine Palestinians martyred, 41 others injured in Gaza in last 24 hours: health sources - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Britain's King Charles to reveal personal tax bill: reports
London, United Kingdom: King Charles III will reveal his personal tax bill in a bid to improve transparency, Buckingham Palace told UK media on Saturday, as royal finances come under increasing public scrutiny. Charles will become the first monarch to share his personal tax information, a Buckingha»»»
Mass Ashura Rallies Across Iran Reaffirm Support for Lebanon
Massive Ashura gatherings swept across the Iranian capital and multiple provinces, where tens of thousands of mourners filled squares and mosques in solemn commemoration. projecting a clear political message of solidarity with Lebanon amid ongoing Israeli escalation. Hezbollah flags were visibly ra»»»
Tunisia crash out of World Cup after devastating defeat to Japan
RIYADH: The 1,000th match in FIFA World Cup history — at Estadio BBVA in Guadalupe, Monterrey — brought Tunisia and Japan together in a meeting that carried major consequences for both teams. Japan needed a convincing victory to keep pace with the Netherlands, who had thrashed Sweden 5-1 earlier in»»»
Dubai restaurant’s comedy-drama series focuses on power of storytelling
DUBAI: A Dubai restaurant has taken an unusual approach to marketing by turning its staff into actors. Bocasu, a Japanese-inspired dining concept in Al-Quoz, Dubai, has launched “BocaShow,” a 10-episode scripted comedy-drama series on YouTube featuring its own team playing fictionalized versions of»»»
Arctic Cooperation Impossible Without Russia – Expert
The Arctic Council should be restored to its original format, and Russia’s participation is essential as it helps advance national interests and defend sovereign rights over Arctic territories and resources, Irina Strelnikova, director of the Centre for Interdisciplinary Arctic Studies at HSE Unive»»»
Pakistan's mango exports shrink as Middle East war impacts linger
Tando Allahyar, Pakistan: Beneath the scorching sun in Pakistan's southern mango belt, labourers balance on tree branches, working at a swift pace to throw the freshly picked fruit into sacks held ready by farmhands waiting below. Though mango season is well underway, far less of the fruit will be »»»
Cherry Prices Plunge 20%, Vegetables Turn Cheaper Across Bulgaria's MarketsOpinions
Commodity markets in Bulgaria recorded a noticeable decline in the prices of seasonal fruits and vegetables over the past week, according to data from the State Commission on Commodity Exchanges and Markets. The sharpest drop was seen in cherries, while a number of widely consumed vegetables also b»»»
Holding Company refuses Black Caspian’ takeover bid for Alexandria Container Arab Finance For Information Technology
Arab Finance: Holding Company for Maritime and Land Transport refused to sell its shares in Alexandria Container and Cargo Handling Company to Black Caspian Logistics Holding Limited, according to a bourse disclosure. The UAE-based company submitted its mandatory tender offer (MTO) to the Financial»»»
Pakistan delegation arrives in Switzerland for US-Iran talks: PM's office
Islamabad, Pakistan: Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the head of the military, Asim Munir, arrived in Switzerland on Sunday for talks over the Middle East war, Sharif's office said. "Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir will participate in the High-L»»»
China completes Direct-To-Cell satellite calls
Beijing, China: Spacesail, a Chinese satellite internet company, has achieved a major tech milestone, successfully completing direct-to-satellite voice calls using standard, unmodified commercial smartphones. The firm stated that the entire communication link remaining smooth and stable throughout,»»»
Summer solstice today brings longest day of the year to Qatar
Doha, Qatar: Qatar will witness the summer solstice for 2026 today, June 21, marking the official start of astronomical summer in the Northern Hemisphere. The Qatar Meteorology Department stated that the summer solstice is an astronomical event that occurs when the Sun reaches its northernmost poin»»»
Sheikh Mohammed pays heartfelt Father’s Day tribute to late Sheikh Rashid
Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, paid tribute to fathers on Father's Day, reflecting on the enduring influence of parents and recalling the qualities of his late father, Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum, wh»»»
UAE sends 786 tonnes of aid to Gaza under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3
Gaza: The UAE, through Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, continues its humanitarian efforts to support the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip, as five aid convoys entered this week, comprising 64 trucks carrying 786 tonnes of food parcels and shelter supplies. The UAE humanitarian aid team in Al Ari»»»
8 upcoming UAE projects set to reshape travel, tourism and property demand
Dubai: The UAE’s next phase of development is being led by eight major projects across transport, artificial intelligence, finance, tourism and waterfront real estate, with analysts pointing to a shift toward projects that support long-term economic resilience. Sign up for our daily business newsle»»»
QC discusses trade and investment cooperation with Thailand
Doha, Qatar: First Vice-Chairman of Qatar Chamber (QC) Mohammed bin Twar Al Kuwari met with Advisor of the Board of Trade of Thailand and Deputy Chief of the Working Committee on Middle East & Africa Songsang Patavanich and Member of the Working Committee on Middle East & Africa, the Board of Trade»»»
On This Day, June 21: 7.7-magnitude earthquake in Iran kills nearly 50,000 - UPI.com
On June 21, 1990, an earthquake measuring 7.7 on the Richter scale struck northwestern Iran, killing up to 50,000 people. 1 of 4 | A concrete building is damaged in Walls, Iran, after a 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck the region June 21, 1990. File Photo by M. Mehrain, Dames and Moore/NOAA On this »»»
Dubai speeds up public transport with new bus lanes
Dubai: Dubai is pushing ahead with plans to make public transport a faster and more attractive alternative to private vehicles, with the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announcing that 30 per cent of its 14.5-kilometre Dedicated Bus and Taxi Lanes Project has been completed. The project, spanni»»»
Pakistan's mango trade takes a hit from regional conflict
Tando Allahyar: Beneath the scorching sun in Pakistan's southern mango belt, labourers balance on tree branches, working at a swift pace to throw the freshly picked fruit into sacks held ready by farmhands waiting below. Though mango season is well underway, far less of the fruit will be bound for »»»
Bulgaria Ranks Second in Eurozone for Lowest Mortgage Rates, ECB Data ShowsOpinions
Bulgaria has emerged as one of the eurozone’s leading countries in terms of affordable housing finance, ranking second only to Malta for the lowest average mortgage rates, according to European Central Bank data for new housing loans as of April 2026. The average interest rate on newly issued mortg»»»
Minister of State for Foreign Trade Affairs takes part in 29th Arab-German Business Forum
Doha, Qatar: Minister of State for Foreign Trade Affairs, H E Dr. Ahmad bin Mohammed Al-Sayed, participated in the 29th Arab-German Business Forum, where the State of Qatar was featured as this year’s Partner Country. The forum was held from 17 to 19 June 2026 in Berlin, Germany, and was organized »»»
QIIB announces winner of May monthly prize for ‘Joud’ savings account worth QR100,000
Doha, Qatar: QIIB has announced the winner of the monthly prize for May 2026 for the ‘Joud’ savings account, valued at QR100,000. QIIB’s Head of Products, Talal al-Jaidah, presented the winner, Ali Hussain H AL Baker with a cheque representing the prize amount during a ceremony held at the bank’s h»»»
Rising sovereign yields point to more restrictive financial environment
Doha, Qatar: Sovereign bond yields have increased significantly across major advanced economies in recent months, marking a clear shift from the declining interest rate environment that had taken hold following the post-Covid pandemic tightening cycle. What was shaping up as a gradual normalisation»»»
Brent crude set for 8percent weekly fall
Doha, Qatar: Brent crude edged higher on Friday but remained on track for a weekly decline of about 8%, as a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah eased immediate supply concerns. Brent crude futures settled at $80.57, and US West Texas Intermediate crude (WTI) finished at $77.54. For th»»»
Israeli Army Radio says six soldiers killed, including an officer, and 20 others injured in southern Lebanon battles since Thursday - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Qatar attends first Gulf-Arab Conference for Training and Development held in Cairo
Cairo: The first Gulf-Arab Conference for Training and Development, organized by the International Federation for Training and Development (IFTD), commenced in Cairo on Friday. Themed “From the Gulf to the Ocean: Bridges of Knowledge and Development,” the two-day conference brings together represen»»»
Indian Mango Festival draws 21,600 visitors on second day
Doha, Qatar: The third edition of the Indian Mango Festival continued to attract large crowds on its second day, welcoming a record 21,600 visitors and recording mango sales of 18,000 kilograms, organizers announced. The festival, taking place at the Eastern Square of Souq Waqif, will run until Jun»»»
Real estate, industrials, and transport lift QSE index in May 2026
Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) reported marginal gains for the second consecutive month during May 2026. The QSE 20 index closed the month at 10,555 after registering a monthly gain of 0.6%. The indices of real estate, industrials, and transportation, gained 5%, 1.8%, and 1% respective»»»