Doha strives to preserve last window between Washington and Tehran
Khaled Al Hameidi DoHA As the fragile calm between the United States and Iran faces mounting pressure following renewed military exchanges and increasingly confrontational political rhetoric, Qatar has intensified diplomatic efforts to prevent the remaining channels of communication from closing. W»»»
WCM-Q community webinars discuss chronic disease and environmental risks
Tribune News Network Doha Chronic kidney disease and the powerful role of environmental conditions in shaping community health took centre stage in two recent live sessions of the Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar’s (WCM-Q) ‘Health and YOU: Community Wellness Webinar’ series. In a bid to cut through com»»»
Plans for post-war Gaza face challenges on the ground
JERUSALEM: In spite of the ongoing risk of renewed fighting in Gaza, stakeholders have spent months preparing for the post-war phase. Plans for governance, security and humanitarian relief have begun to take shape, but remain largely theoretical in the absence of a political agreement, credible sec»»»
How Iran and the Hormuz crisis pose a strategic test for NATO
LONDON: The main focus of the two-day NATO summit in Ankara this week was, overwhelmingly, the alliance’s renewed pledge of “unwavering support for Ukraine in defending its freedom, sovereignty, and territorial integrity,” backed by additional military equipment and training. There was also a renew»»»
‘France should fear Spain’ in Tuesday’s semifinal
INGLEWOOD, California: Lamine Yamal thinks France should be afraid of Spain with the European giants headed to a World Cup semifinal showdown on Tuesday. “I believe if France has to fear anyone, it should be us, in my opinion,” the teenage sensation told broadcast reporters after Spain beat Belgium»»»
Yes, Bulgaria's Bozhanov Congratulates Kanev, Says Democratic Opposition Will Field Joint Presidential Candidate
Yes, Bulgaria Co-Chair Bozhidar Bozhanov congratulated Radan Kanev on his election as leader of Democrats for Strong Bulgaria (DSB), saying it is extremely important for the Democratic Bulgaria coalition to continue functioning effectively and to be further strengthened, Bozhanov's party said in a »»»
Belgium coach Garcia’s tenure in doubt after Courtois substitution
ATLANTA: Belgium coach Rudi Garcia came under a barrage of fire for replacing first-choice goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois in Friday’s World Cup quarter-final loss to Spain, adding to questions about his future. Courtois felt he could continue despite a twinge in his leg, but Garcia insisted he come of»»»
US citizen tests positive for Ebola in Congo
KINSHASA: A US citizen working for a humanitarian organization in Congo has tested positive for the Ebola virus, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said, as the Central African country struggles to contain the swelling outbreak. The CDC said it was working with the person’s employer,»»»
Trump renews military threat against Iran as Oman hosts fresh nuclear talks
US President Donald Trump renewed his military threats against Iran on Saturday, warning that he had ordered an overwhelming military response if Tehran were to assassinate him or attempt to do so, even as Washington and Tehran prepared to resume indirect talks in Oman aimed at easing tensions and »»»
Heatwave fuels 127 fires in Algeria, 1 still burning
Algiers: A persistent heatwave sweeping across large parts of Algeria has fueled dozens of vegetation fires, with firefighting crews responding to 127 blazes over the past 24 hours, the country's Civil Protection Department said Saturday. Sixty-three agricultural fires have been fully extinguished,»»»
CBE explains rationale for holding interest rates steady for third consecutive meeting
The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) explained the rationale behind its decision to leave key policy interest rates unchanged for the third consecutive meeting, saying the move reflects its assessment of recent inflation developments and the outlook since its previ»»»
Atletico sign midfielder Hjulmand from Sporting
MADIRD: Atletico Madrid announced Saturday the signing of Danish international defensive midfielder Morten Hjulmand from Sporting Lisbon. The 27-year-old has joined the 2020/21 La Liga champions on a contract that will run until 2031. In a statement on their website, Atletico praised the Dane’s “ph»»»
US delegation in Lebanon to discuss Israel 'pilot zone' withdrawal
A U.S. military delegation met with Lebanon's army in Beirut to discuss the implementation of Israel's withdrawal from a "pilot zone" in occupied territory, a Lebanese military official told AFP on Saturday. Under a framework agreement reached on June 26, Israel will gradually withdraw from areas o»»»
Iran supreme leader vows revenge for father's killing
Iran's supreme leader on Saturday vowed revenge for the U.S.-Israeli killing of his father and predecessor, hours after President Donald Trump warned against any attempt to assassinate him. Both sides dialled up the rhetoric after exchanges of fire this week rocked an interim agreement aimed at end»»»
African results justify World Cup slots increase amid criticism
JOHANNESBURG: When four-time World Cup winners Italy failed to qualify for the 2026 tournament, then head coach Gennaro Gattuso lamented that Africa had so many places at the global showcase. “Africa deserves fewer World Cup slots,” he said, referring to the number of automatic qualifying places al»»»
Masked World Cup players spotlight soccer’s overlooked facial injury risk
CALIFORNIA, When soccer players collide in midair, the toll is not always counted in concussions, torn ligaments or twisted ankles. Sometimes it is a broken nose — a burst of blood, a few minutes of treatment on the touchline, perhaps a protective mask and a swift return to play — that becomes the »»»
Krakow will not comply with new regulations, stalling construction
Kraków’s failure to adopt its general development plan by the statutory deadline could delay integrated investment plans and suspend some housing projects for 8–20 months. Although nearly 90% of the city is covered by local zoning plans, developers warn that the planning gap will restrict the conve»»»
Seaman's House in Gdynia will undergo revitalization
The historic Dom Marynarza hotel in Gdynia is set to undergo redevelopment and regain its original hospitality function. Polish Hotel Holding, the Industrial Development Agency, and the City of Gdynia have signed a letter of intent to prepare business, legal, and financial analyses for the project.»»»
Five big Polish companies lagging behind on stock market
Five WIG20 companies — CD Projekt, LPP, Dino Polska, Modivo, and Kruk — have posted share-price declines since the beginning of 2026, even as the benchmark index gained nearly 20%. Dino Polska has performed worst, falling 32% this year and almost 50% over 12 months amid weak results and labor dispu»»»
Investors’ deep pockets fueling Warsaw Stock Exchange
Strong investor demand is driving transaction activity on the Warsaw Stock Exchange, despite the limited number of IPOs. In the second quarter of 2026, eight accelerated bookbuildings, 10 secondary offerings, and six IPOs were completed, with a combined value of PLN 15.8 bln — up sharply from PLN 1»»»
Russian Gas Station Strikes Trigger Cascade of Problems for Ukraine's Military and Fuel Market
Russian forces are seeking to cripple military supply lines in Ukrainian-controlled areas, researcher at the Institute of CIS Countries Alexander Dudchak tells Sputnik. "The goal is to make it harder to transport personnel, rotate units, and deliver ammunition and other supplies," Dudchak says. "It»»»
MSF Ebola training in Kenya prepares doctors for ‘intense’ job
NAIROBI/KINSHASA: An Ebola training facility set up by Doctors Without Borders in Kenya is a chance for health workers to prepare for one of the most complex emergencies they are ever likely to face. The outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is the fastest growing ever, according to Africa»»»
England battle Norway as Argentina face Swiss in World Cup last eight
LOS ANGELES: England lock horns with Norway in a World Cup quarter-final in Miami on Saturday that pits Harry Kane against Erling Haaland in a mouthwatering battle of elite strikers. The teams are competing to face either reigning champions Argentina or surprise package Switzerland in the semifinal»»»
Packaging Is a Procurement Problem Before It Is a Design One
In most companies, packaging is owned twice and governed once. Marketing owns how it looks. Operations owns what it costs. The specification, which is the only document that determines whether the finished box resembles either intention, tends to belong to nobody at all. This is why packaging failu»»»
US delegation in Lebanon to discuss Israel ‘pilot zone’ withdrawal
BEIRUT: A US military delegation has met with Lebanon’s army in Beirut to discuss the implementation of Israel’s withdrawal from one of the “pilot zones” in occupied territory, a Lebanese military official told AFP on Saturday.Under a framework agreement reached on June 26, Israel will gradually wi»»»
Free first hour: City Walk debuts barrier-free parking
Dubai: If you've driven into City Walk recently, you may have noticed something missing: the boom barrier. Dubai's popular retail and lifestyle destination has rolled out a barrierless paid parking system, developed in partnership with Parkin, the emirate's largest public parking operator. The move»»»
Was President Tamás Sulyok’s March US tour a family trip?
What, exactly, was President Tamás Sulyok’s son, Márton Sulyok, doing aboard the Hungarian Defence Forces’ Falcon aircraft during the President’s 12-day tour of the United States, despite not officially being part of the presidential delegation? The question was raised by Prime Minister Péter Magya»»»
Atletico Madrid sign midfielder Hjulmand from Sporting
Madrid: Atletico Madrid announced Saturday the signing of Danish international defensive midfielder Morten Hjulmand from Sporting Lisbon. The 27-year-old has joined the 2020/21 La Liga champions on a contract that will run until 2031. In a statement on their website, Atletico praised the Dane's "ph»»»
Iraqis protest over power cuts in sweltering summer heat
KUT: Hundreds of residents of an eastern Iraqi city protested on Saturday against power cuts during extreme summer heat, an AFP correspondent said. Temperatures in the city of Kut have peaked at 44C, with residents organizing protests to urge authorities to boost electricity supply. Decades of war »»»
Democrats for a Strong Bulgaria to Elect New Chair at National Convention
The National Convention of Democrats for a Strong Bulgaria (DSB) will take place on Saturday at the National Palace of Culture in Sofia, the forum's organizing committee said. Delegates will elect a party chair, national leadership and governing bodies, and will set the party's priorities for the n»»»
From ‘Made in Egypt’ to a Global Export Miracle
How a National Brand Growth Hub Could Transform Local Innovation into a Multi-Billion-Dollar Export Economy Egypt’s fast-growing local brand movement is no longer a marginal retail trend. It is becoming a serious economic opportunity that could reshape domestic manufacturing, digital commerce and v»»»
Péter Magyar detailed plan to oust President Tamás Sulyok
Parliament is due to pass the 17th amendment to the Fundamental Law on Monday. President Tamás Sulyok will have five days to sign it. Failure to do so could trigger proceedings to remove him from office, Prime Minister Péter Magyar wrote on Facebook on Saturday. Should the President sign the amendm»»»
Man City sign teenage winger Monga on five-year deal
London: Manchester City have signed teenage winger Jeremy Monga from Leicester on a five-year deal, the Premier League giants announced Saturday. Monga made his English top-flight debut for the Foxes aged just 15 and has joined City despite interest from other leading clubs. The 17-year-old played »»»
[Interview] Belgian climate minister Crucke: ‘there will be a revolution’ if Europe doesn’t take urgent climate action
Jean-Luc Crucke has served as Belgian minister of climate and mobility in Bart De Wever’s government since February 2025, under the centrist French-speaking political party Les Engagés. Crucke sat down with EUobserver in Brussels on 30 June to talk about Belgium’s role in EU climate policy, and the»»»
Kerala toddler dies after anaesthesia for lip injury, doctor booked
An 18-month-old boy who had remained in critical condition for five days after being given anaesthesia to stitch a cut lip died at a private hospital in Kannur on Friday, July 10. Devansh Shouria, who died at Baby Memorial Hospital in Kannur, was the only child of T Suraj and Vijisha of Mathamangal»»»
Israeli strike on south Lebanon kills one
An Israeli strike on southern Lebanon killed a young motorcyclist on Friday, Lebanese state media reported, the latest attack despite a truce in the Israel-Hezbollah war. "A young man from the city of Nabatieh was martyred in a raid by an enemy drone that targeted him this afternoon, when he was ri»»»
Global capital keeps voting for the Gulf, here’s why
RIYADH: A new multinational survey out of Riyadh put a number on something the Gulf’s business community has felt building for months: outside investors are not hedging their bets on the region, they are doubling down on them. The poll, run by Consulum with HarrisX across 2,043 active investors in »»»
Ombudsman Says Number of Complaints Filed to Her Rises
Citizens are relying more and more on the institution of the Ombudsman, Ombudsman Velislava Delcheva said on Bulgarian National Television's morning show on Saturday. She noted that around 11,000 complaints were filed throughout 2025, while 8,500 complaints had already been submitted in the first s»»»
Ebola death toll in DR Congo rises to 648
Kinshasa: Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo said Saturday that the death toll from the Ebola outbreak has risen to 648, while the number of confirmed cases has reached 1,830. The latest figures include infections and deaths recorded over the past 24 hours, the authorities s»»»
Asian central banks face inflation-growth dilemma amid US-Iran Crisis: QNB
Doha, Qatar: Qatar National Bank (QNB) has projected that the repercussions of the military escalation between the United States and Iran on fiscal positions, foreign exchange reserves and food security will persist well beyond the end of the crisis for most frontier and emerging Asian economies. I»»»
Wildfire kills 12 in southern Spain expat community, 23 missing
At least 12 people have died and 23 others remain missing after a wildfire swept through an expat community in southern Spain, forcing residents to flee the flames by car and on foot, authorities said. The blaze broke out late Thursday in a remote, semi-arid area near the Sierra de Los Filabres mou»»»
‘Weaker’? Mojtaba Khamenei’s absence from father’s funeral may signal shifting role for Iran leader
Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has not been seen in public since he was wounded in the US-Israeli air strikes that killed his father and wife – even at their week-long funeral ceremonies this week. While his injuries and the threat of assassination could well have played a role in »»»
Democrats for a Strong Bulgaria to Elect New Chair at National Assembly
The National Assembly of Democrats for a Strong Bulgaria (DSB) will take place on Saturday at the National Palace of Culture in Sofia, the forum's organizing committee said. Delegates will elect a party chair, national leadership and governing bodies, and will set the party's priorities for the nex»»»
Boeing unveils new 737 MAX production line as aviation giant charts comeback
Everett, United States: Boeing marked another step in a marathon comeback Friday when it celebrated expanded production of the 737 MAX, now an aircraft in heavy demand after earlier disasters tarnished the company's reputation. At a rousing ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by hundreds of Boeing emp»»»
‘Wherever I look’: minister says state was a money-shovelling machine
Since 2016, the sole purpose of governance has been to enrich other people, said Bálint Ruff, the minister heading the Prime Minister's Office, on the podcast Ötpontban. The minister emphasised that since joining the government he has been in “shock” at what he sees — at what has happened in recent»»»
'Only Those Prepared for War Can Negotiate With the US' — Iran's Parliament Speaker Warns
Iranian Parliament Speaker and chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has issued a stark warning to Washington, declaring that Iran is ready for "total defense" if the United States betrays the ceasefire memorandum signed last month. "Only those who are prepared for war can negotiate with the Un»»»
A stressful year for children: How UAE parents can help them recover this summer
When the alerts rang out in March, Dubai-based mum Niyati (name changed on request) didn’t quite know how to reassure her eight-year-old son at first. “He would just run to another room, every time there was an alert,” she recalls. Confusion and disorientation doesn’t have an easy language, after a»»»
US-Iran war: What UAE residents need to know today (July 11, 2026)
US-Iran tensions remain a key regional concern as diplomatic efforts continue to prevent further escalation following renewed exchanges between Washington and Tehran. The developments are being closely watched in the UAE and across the Gulf, with the main concerns centred on the Strait of Hormuz, s»»»
Syria uncovers explosives cache linked to Damascus bombing cell
DAMASCUS: Syrian security forces have uncovered a secret cache of explosives linked to the militant cell responsible for the July 7 bombings in Damascus, the Interior Ministry said on Friday, adding that investigations were continuing to identify any remaining hideouts connected to the network. In »»»
Ebola outbreak in DR Congo leaves hundreds dead and children orphaned
Health officials say DR Congo is facing its fastest-growing Ebola outbreak ever, with nearly 1,800 confirmed cases and at least 600 deaths. In the epicentre of the crisis, children who have lost their parents to the virus are left to rebuild their lives while communities struggle to contain the dis»»»