Dubai: Pakistan received a record $4.25 billion in remittances from overseas Pakistanis in May 2026, the highest monthly inflow ever recorded in the country’s history, providing a significant boost to foreign exchange reserves and strengthening the nation’s external account position. According to d»»»

Arab Finance: National Company for Housing for Professional Syndicates (NHPS) unveiled a cash dividend distribution of EGP 3.50 per share for 2025, as per a bourse filing. The dividend amount will be paid in two installments on June 29th and December 29th, respectively. Established in 1980, NHPS is»»»

Gold extended its decline as Gold Price Retreats on Wednesday, falling below the $4,200-per-ounce threshold as renewed military exchanges between the United States and Iran unsettled financial markets and complicated expectations for inflation, interest rates and global trade. Spot gold dropped as »»»

More than 4,500 Emirati job seekers attended the Industrialists Career Exhibition 2026, which concluded at the Abu Dhabi Energy Center after two days of recruitment activities, career guidance and direct interviews with leading companies. Organised by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technolog»»»

RIYADH: A new public artwork has been installed on the pedestrian bridge at the intersection of the King Abdulaziz and Hisham bin Abdul Malik roads in the capital, Riyadh Art announced on Wednesday. Italian artist Angelo Bonello’s work, Run Beyond, is a light-based sculpture depicting a running fig»»»

Saudi Arabia's Heritage Commission has documented 1,774 archaeological discoveries during the second season of survey work in Al Mahd governorate in the Medina region, including newly identified sites, ancient inscriptions and rock art panels, the commission said. The survey covered three areas inc»»»

BEIRUT: The UN human rights office said it will send a team of investigators to Lebanon next week to collect evidence on potential violations of international law committed by all parties since the start of the war in March. The office said it had reached an agreement with the Lebanese government t»»»

A strike hit the center of the southern Lebanese city of Sidon on Wednesday, an AFP correspondent said, as Israeli attacks continue across the country's south. The correspondent heard an explosion in the area before seeing a car burning as rescuers and firefighters were heading to the scene.»»»

LONDON: The Committee to Protect Journalists said it welcomed a UK court’s decision to convict two Romanian men for the stabbing of Iran International journalist Pouria Zeraati in an attack prosecutors said was ordered by the Iranian state. “The evidence presented in this trial was deeply chilling,»»»

U.S. President Donald Trump said Wednesday that Iran is taking "too long to negotiate a deal" and that "now they will have to pay the price." Trump made the comment on his Truth Social platform. It wasn't clear what exactly that would mean for Tehran. It came after the countries exchanged fire earl»»»

Mogadishu: Somali referee Omar Artan, who was denied entry to the United States for the World Cup, returned to a hero's welcome in Mogadishu and vowed to take part in the next tournament in 2030. More than 100 supporters lined up outside the VIP section of Mogadishu's main airport, waving national »»»

Dubai: A tanker's engine room caught fire off the coast of Oman near the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, a UK maritime agency said, reporting two missing and one casualty. Earlier, British maritime security company Vanguard Tech said the Palau-flagged tanker Settebello had "transmitted a distress ca»»»

Washington, USA: Google has announced the launch of its new Gemini 3.5 Live Translate model for real-time speech-to-speech translation, with the aim of reducing language barriers and enabling more natural and seamless live conversations between users in different languages. The company said the new»»»

Bulgaria’s new government has announced it will halt weapons deliveries to Ukraine, signaling a major policy shift for the NATO and EU member, which has been supplying arms to Kiev since the escalation of the conflict in 2022. The conflict cannot be resolved on the battlefield, Bulgarian Defense Mi»»»

RIYADH: Industrial exports from members of the Amman Chamber of Industry rose 5.1 percent in the first five months of 2026, as manufacturers pushed deeper into African, European and Asian markets. According to the Jordan News Agency, the chamber’s statistical report showed exports reached 2.99 bill»»»

Dubai: Pope Leo XIV visited one of Spain’s largest prisons on Wednesday, meeting inmates and listening to their testimonies at the Brians 1 Penitentiary Centre near Barcelona. The pontiff, who has consistently advocated for the rights and dignity of prisoners, encouraged detainees to take responsib»»»

Ajman: Thumbay Group today marked a major milestone in its commitment to advancing medical research and innovation with the groundbreaking of the Thumbay International Research Centre, a purpose-built, six-storey research facility in Al Jurf, Ajman. Designed to integrate scientific discovery, diagn»»»

Vazrazhdane will table two proposals, one to ban arms sales to Ukraine and another to bar re-exports in deals with third countries, Vazrazhdane Floor Leader Kostadin Kostadinov told reporters on the sidelines of Parliament on Wednesday. “At one point, a deputy prime minister said she would not send»»»

Companies that want to develop their business sustainably and need investors, surely realize that sustainability and the green transition are among the key factors to grow and secure sustainable capital, Bulgarian Stock Exchange (BSE) Executive Director Manyu Moravenov said at the presentation of t»»»

The parliamentary Committee on Healthcare decided to give institutions seven days to submit opinions on draft resolutions seeking the early dismissal of the National Health Insurance Fund's governor and deputy governor. Committee Chair GERB-UDF MP Kostadin Angelov said the draft resolutions had bee»»»

Dubai: In a move aimed at accelerating digital transformation and enhancing government efficiency, the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai (GDRFA Dubai) has launched "Eqamh GPT", the first internal generative artificial intelligence platform developed specifically to supp»»»

Brussels: May 2026 was the world's second-warmest May on record, with Western Europe experiencing an unusually early heatwave, the European Union's climate monitoring service said on Wednesday. The Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) said the global average surface air temperature in May 2026 w»»»

DUBAI: Emirati racing driver Amna Al-Qubaisi has been named among Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in Sports for 2026, earning a place alongside some of the biggest names in global sport. The inaugural list, unveiled this week by Time, recognizes athletes, executives, innovators and lead»»»

Israeli airstrikes on the historic city of Tyre in southern Lebanon and surrounding areas killed 11 people Tuesday amid an Israeli military warning for the entire city to evacuate. Israel's army said its forces killed a gunman who had managed to infiltrate Israeli territory from Lebanon and opened »»»

Tunis, June 10, 2026 (TAP) – The Tunis–Africa Forum on Resilience and Equity in Public Health will be held in Tunis on June 15, 2026, under the organization of Tunis El Manar University, as part of the African Health Security Index project in...»»»

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan warned Wednesday that Israel's attacks on Syria and Lebanon have started to represent a threat to Turkey. "Turkey's security does not begin in Hatay, but rather in Aleppo, Damascus and Beirut. We will not allow a fait accompli in our brotherly countries, and w»»»

Iran fired missiles and drones at U.S. military bases in neighboring countries in and around the Persian Gulf in the early hours of Wednesday after American warplanes conducted strikes on southern Iran in response to the downing of an U.S. Army helicopter. File Photo by Jim Hollander/UPI | License »»»

Kyrgyzstan plans to build an alternative road from Bishkek to Chunkurchak. The Minister of Transport and Communications, Talantbek Soltobaev, stated as part of the Open Cabinet project. The new route is expected to provide a direct exit from Bishkek to Chunkurchak Gorge, reducing travel time and co»»»

RIYADH: Egypt’s annual inflation rate slowed to 13 percent in May from 13.4 percent in the previous month, extending a gradual easing in price pressures as authorities push ahead with economic reforms and tighter monetary policy. Data released by the Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Stati»»»

Mumbai, India: Facebook-parent Meta and Indian conglomerate Reliance Industries on Wednesday announced a deal to develop an AI-enabled data centre in the state of Gujarat, as the US tech giant scales its digital footprint globally. The project, to be built in Jamnagar district, comes as technology »»»

Japan's legislature endorsed on Wednesday a proposed framework aimed at easing a looming imperial succession crisis, with just one young heir to the throne currently remaining. The imperial household operates under strict rules that allow only male offsprings from the male side of the family to asc»»»

BELGRADE - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic met on Wednesday in Belgrade with Gen Alexus Grynkewich, Commander​ of the ​US European Command and NATO Supreme Allied Commander Europe​, noting that dialogue was the only path to preserving regional stability and security and that Serbia would continu»»»

Sputnik International News Agency and Radio and TRENDS Research & Advisory have signed a memorandum of understanding on the sidelines of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF). The document was signed during an official ceremony by Vasily Pushkov, Sputnik’s Director for Internation»»»

Commander of Iran’s Khatam Al-Anbiya Central Headquarters Major General Ali Abdollahi underlined that the Islamic Republic’s security rests primarily on popular support rather than military power, declaring that adversaries have failed to break the will of the Islamic Republic amid ongoing tensions»»»

Parliament on Wednesday approved at first reading amendments to the so-called budget extension law (formally the Act on the Collection of Revenues and the Commitment of Expenditures in 2026 until the Passage of the 2026 State Budget Act, the 2026 Public Social Insurance Budget Act and the 2026 Nati»»»

Four firefighters involved in rescue efforts after the crash on Chelopeshko Shose street were awarded the President’s Badge of Honour by President Iliana Iotova on Wednesday. The ceremony took place in the Coat of Arms Hall of the President’s administration. Junior Inspector Todor Aleksandrov Yorda»»»

Helsinki: The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) said Wednesday that it was recommending that the so-called forever chemical TFA should be designated toxic to human reproduction. The agency said in a statement to AFP that its risk assessment committee "recommends for TFA a classification as toxic to »»»

Representatives of the National Investment Agency, as part of monitoring ongoing investment projects, visited several facilities in Batken and Osh regions. During the working trip, officials inspected the project of Asyl Holding LLC for the production of dry construction mixes in Kyzyl-Kiya. The pl»»»

National Electric Network of Kyrgyzstan Company (NENK) has filed a report with the police regarding the power outage that occurred in the capital. The company informed 24.kg news agency. According to it, the Bishkek Electric Networks Enterprise applied to the Internal Affairs Department of Leninsky»»»

Doha, Qatar: This weekend in Doha brings a mix of gaming, culture, live performances, and exhibitions across some of the city’s biggest venues. Here’s a rundown of events and places to visit around the city this weekend. 3-2-1 Esports Lounge Sat-Wed: 9am-7pm | Tues: Closed | Thur: 9am-9pm | Fri: 1:»»»

Doha, Qatar: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defense Affairs HE Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan Al-Thani met with the Chief of the General Staff of the Kuwaiti Armed Forces HE Lieutenant General Khaled Daraj Saad Al-Shuriaan, and his accompanying delegation, during their vis»»»

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia attracted SR358.2 billion ($95.4 billion) in fixed capital investment during the first quarter of 2026, marking a 5.1 percent increase from a year earlier, as government and private-sector funding continued to support economic activity, official data showed. According to the Mi»»»

Financial Shares Lead Recovery as Overseas Investors Return Amid Improving Liquidity Outlook Cairo — Egyptian equities rebounded on Tuesday as foreign and Arab investors returned to the market, reversing part of the previous session’s losses and reinforcing signs of improving confidence in Egyptian»»»

Auchan Romania is hosting the 17th edition of its Beer Fair between 10 June and 14 July 2026, bringing together more than 300 varieties from local and international brands, including new products and limited special editions. The retailer says the event is the largest beer fair in Romanian retail. »»»

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Wednesday that Israel's attacks on Syria and Lebanon had reached a point where they also threaten Türkiye, adding Israel's "aggression" ⁠posed a threat ⁠to the whole world and must be stopped. Speaking to lawmakers in parliament, ⁠Erdogan also said the»»»

ANKARA: Turkish ​President Tayyip Erdogan said on Wednesday that Israel’s attacks on Syria and Lebanon had reached a ‌point where ‌they ​also ‌threaten ⁠Turkiye, ​adding Israel’s “aggression” ⁠posed a threat to the whole world and must be stopped. Speaking to ⁠lawmakers in ‌parliament, ‌Erdogan als»»»

DUBAI: Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Faisal bin Farhan arrived in Bahrain on Wednesday to take part in the 167th session of the GCC Ministerial Council. The meeting of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf is being held in Manama under the chairmanship of Bahrain’s foreign min»»»

Tunis, June 10, 2026 (TAP) – The Assembly of People's Representatives will participate in the 20th session of the Conference of the Parliamentary Union of OIC Member States and its accompanying meetings, scheduled to take place in Baku, Azerbaijan,...»»»

Tunis, June 10, 2026 (TAP) – Rainfall is expected, on Wednesday afternoon, over central regions and locally in the north of the country.Showers will be at times heavy, particularly in the governorates of Kasserine, Sidi Bouzid, Kairouan and...»»»

Speaking with FRANCE 24's Monte Francis, Edward Howell, Lecturer in International Relations at the University of Oxford, says that this week's China-North Korea summit was a success for Kim Jong Un "because no mention of North Korea's nuclear programme or denuclearisation took place", adding that "»»»