Meet the onager: One of the world's rarest animals
Marking a significant milestone for wildlife conservation in the country, Saudi Arabia has recorded the first onager birth on its soil in more than a century at the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve. The male foal, born in June 2025 as part of an Arabian rewilding programme, has successfully»»»
Commercial real estate investment platform SyndiFi obtains ASF authorization, opens to retail investors
SyndiFi, an investment platform focused on commercial real estate, has received authorization as a crowdfunding service provider from the Financial Supervisory Authority (ASF), the public institution responsible for regulating and supervising non-banking financial markets in Romania. This authoriza»»»
Three Kyrgyzstanis die in fire at hotel in New Delhi - | 24.KG
Three citizens of Kyrgyzstan died in a fire at Florist Inn in New Delhi, the capital of India. All were members of the same family, relatives of the victims told 24.kg news agency. Osh resident Nargiz Kochkarova, who had recently undergone a liver transplant, died in the fire. Her 23-year-old son, »»»
Israel strikes south and east despite truce announcement
The Israeli army carried out airstrikes in south Lebanon on Thursday, hours after Israel and Lebanon agreed to implement a ceasefire. An Israeli airstrike targeted a vehicle on the Zefta road, while other strikes targeted Kfartebnit, Shehour, Bestat, Kfar Remman, Maaroub, Zawtar, Shoukin, Kafra, Ze»»»
Lebanese Americans open their wallets and hearts as war rages back home
Every week, Mirvet Makki sets aside earnings from her catering business to help people in Lebanon displaced by the war. Makki, 47, who cooks Lebanese dishes like couscous stews and traditional kibbeh balls in the Detroit suburb of Dearborn Heights, immigrated to Michigan in 1990. But her heart neve»»»
Every Second Bulgarian Child Experiences Maltreatment, Says UNICEF Representative in Bulgaria
UNICEF Representative in Bulgaria Christina de Bruin said Thursday that some 50% of the Bulgarian children have experienced maltreatment. She spoke at a national conference ZaKrila: From Pilot Models to Sustainable Practices which took place in Sofia, on occasion of the International Day for the Pr»»»
Gold Holds Near Record Highs as Inflation Fears Outweigh Ceasefire Optimism
Gold remained near record levels during the week ending 4 June, highlighting investors’ growing focus on inflation and monetary-policy risks despite tentative signs of de-escalation in the Middle East. Spot gold traded around $4,450 an ounce by Thursday, recovering part of the previous session’s lo»»»
Cost concerns drive growing interest in energy efficiency among Romanian households – study
More than 82% of Romanians have taken measures over the past year to reduce energy consumption in their homes in an effort to lower utility bills. This concern is expected to intensify over the next 12 months, according to 92% of respondents surveyed in a study conducted for despre-energie.ro, a pl»»»
Genome Study Shows What Made the Extinct Ice Age Cave Lion Unique
The cave lion was one of the biggest cats to ever live, prowling a huge swathe of territory from Western Europe across Siberia and into North America and hunting large prey - and perhaps even people - before going extinct around the end of the Ice Age. New genome research reveals what made this big»»»
Russia Achieves Financial Sovereignty - Finance Minister
ST. PETERSBURG (Sputnik) - Russia has achieved financial sovereignty, Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov said on Thursday. "Despite all the difficulties that we talked about and the global world is really changing, nevertheless, from the point of view of finance, it seems to me that we have re»»»
Women are the first caregivers in this Ebola outbreak and the most at risk
BUNIA: Every day for the past week, Aline Kasiwa has fed her sick mother, helped her drink and washed her clothes, all while fearing she could catch the Ebola virus as eastern Congo is plagued by one of the fastest-spreading outbreaks of the disease on record. “She is the only family I have left. I»»»
Oman recalls Godiva chocolate bar over undeclared egg allergen
Oman's Food Safety and Quality Centre has issued a warning and ordered the recall of a Godiva chocolate product after discovering that it contained an undeclared egg allergen that could pose health risks to consumers with egg allergies. The authority said it had received notification from Pladis Ar»»»
Qatar’s non-oil business growth in contraction territory amid conflict
RIYADH: Qatar’s non-energy private sector continued to feel the impacts of the regional conflict in May, as new business inflows fell sharply, according to S&P Global. The country’s Purchasing Managers’ Index dropped to 45.9 in May from 46.4 in April, pointing to a deterioration in business conditi»»»
Heavy gunfire in Somali capital as row over election delay escalates
Heavy gunfire in Somali capital as row over election delay escalates 11 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleAbdishukri Haybe,BBC SomaliandBasillioh Rukanga AFP via Getty ImagesFighting continued overnight after breaking out on Wednesday evening Government forces and opposition fighters ha»»»
Egypt close to issuing $500m Japan Samurai bond, foreign minister says
TOKYO: Egypt is finalizing plans for its first yen-denominated bond sale in three years, Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty told Reuters on a trip to Japan on Thursday. The African Development Bank said in December it would partially guarantee Cairo’s planned $500 million-equivalent Samurai bonds on»»»
Netanyahu Faces Plunging Support in North Israel as Voters Demand Tougher Lebanon Stance
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces plunging support in the electorally vital north where Hezbollah rocket fire has been heaviest, a new poll has shown, putting pressure on him to take a more hawkish stance as elections loom. Wednesday night's ceasefire agreement between Israel and Leba»»»
US-Iran talks going ‘very well’ says Trump, Rubio says ‘war with Iran is over’ – but does Iran agree?
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump said Wednesday that talks with Iran are going “very well” and could yield results over the coming weekend. “I hear the negotiation itself is going very well actually,” Trump told reporters, adding of a potential deal: “It could happen... over the weekend.” And »»»
Netanyahu faces plunging support in north Israel as voters demand tougher Lebanon stance
KIRYAT SHMONA: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces plunging support in the electorally vital north where Hezbollah rocket fire has been heaviest, a new poll has shown, putting pressure on him to take a more hawkish stance as elections loom. Wednesday night’s ceasefire agreement between »»»
Lebanese Americans open their wallets and hearts as war rages back home
CANTON: Every week, Mirvet Makki sets aside earnings from her catering business to help people in Lebanon displaced by the war between Israel and Hezbollah militants. Makki, 47, who cooks Lebanese dishes like couscous stews and traditional kibbeh balls in the Detroit suburb of Dearborn Heights, imm»»»
Ruling party wins landslide in local elections despite losing Seoul to incumbent mayor - UPI.com
Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon of the main opposition People Power Party receives flowers in City Hall Thursday after being declared the winner of the Seoul mayoral race in local elections held the previous day. Photo by Yonhap The ruling Democratic Party (DP) clinched a resounding victory in the local ele»»»
From Poplars to Pistachios, Afghans Rediscover the Value of Trees
Under the shade of recently planted poplars in northeastern Afghanistan, village leader Ghulam Ali Poya is proud to see residents rediscover the value of trees after years of wartime deforestation. "There were forests of pistachio trees," he told AFP, gesturing to the bare mountains that surround C»»»
Free charging expands across SM supermalls as Philippine EV adoption accelerates
Manila: Electric vehicle owners in the Philippines are finding it easier to travel long distances as SM Supermalls rapidly expands what has become the country's largest network of free EV charging stations. The mall giant recently announced that it now operates more than 183 electric vehicle charge»»»
Israel strikes south despite truce announcement
The Israeli army carried out airstrikes in south Lebanon on Thursday, hours after Israel and Lebanon agreed to implement a ceasefire. An Israeli airstrike targeted a vehicle on the Zefta road, while other strikes targeted Kfartebnit, Shehour, Bestat and Kfar Remman-Habboush. Hezbollah meanwhile cla»»»
Iran says no 'tangible progress' in war talks, Trump says deal close
Iran's foreign minister said on Wednesday that negotiations to end the Middle East war had made "no tangible progress" after fresh US and Iranian strikes tested a fragile ceasefire. Kuwaiti officials said an Iranian drone strike on Kuwait International Airport killed one person and wounded 63, whil»»»
Indonesia Bets on BRICS Tech Partnerships to Fuel Its Industrial Rise
Indonesia sees BRICS as a gateway to transforming the country into a technology-producing nation, BRIN Steering Committee member Tri Mumpuni tells Sputnik on the SPIEF 2026 sidelines. “I have seen firsthand how Russia and China possess remarkable technology, and we should cooperate so that this tec»»»
Brazil striker Igor targets World Cup glory
New Jersey, USA: Brazil striker Igor Thiago said Wednesday he is eager to make history as the South American team bids for its sixth World Cup title in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The 24-year-old described the June 11-July 19 tournament as a "unique chance" that he doesn't intend to waste»»»
China’s BYD captures 35% of Africa EV market, as latecomer rival Tesla bets on Morocco
Chinese automaker BYD Company Ltd (SZSE:002594; HKEX:1211) has significantly strengthened its presence in Africa’s emerging electric vehicle (EV) market, increasing its market share to 35% in 2025 from just 4% two years prior, according to the Global EV Outlook 2026 report, published by the Interna»»»
Katz: Israel to Continue Operations in Lebanon for Now Despite Ceasefire
Israel will continue its operations on the ground in southern Lebanon for the time being and Lebanese residents forced from their homes by Israel would not be able to return, Defense Minister Israel Katz said on Thursday. His comments came a day after Lebanon and Israel said they had agreed to imp»»»
Oil falls as Lebanon and Israel agree on a ceasefire
BEIJING/PERTH: Oil prices fell on Thursday as a ceasefire deal between Israel and Lebanon boosted hopes for a broader agreement to end the US-Israeli war with Iran that could lead to a reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Brent futures were down 87 cents, or 0.89 percent, at $96.92 a barrel by 07:5»»»
Israeli strike targets car on Zefta road despite truce announcement
An Israeli airstrike targeted a car on the Zefta road in the country's south on Thursday, hours after Israel and Lebanon agreed to implement a ceasefire.»»»
Civil Defense: Israeli Strikes Kill at Least 8 in Gaza
Israeli attacks on Gaza killed at least eight people on Thursday, a spokesman for the civil defense agency in the Palestinian territory told AFP. "At least eight martyrs as a result of Israeli airstrikes on Gaza City at dawn," with seven killed in strikes on residential buildings and one in the Al-»»»
Egypt Says Close to Issuing $500 Million Japan Samurai Bond
Egypt is finalizing plans for its first yen-denominated bond sale in three years, Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty told Reuters on a trip to Japan on Thursday. The African Development Bank said in December it would partially guarantee Cairo's planned $500 million-equivalent Samurai bonds on the Japa»»»
Occupation Breaches Ceasefire Hours After Announcement
The Israeli occupation has continued its attacks on southern Lebanon, just hours after a ceasefire agreement was announced in Washington between the Lebanese government and ‘Israel’. In a series of ongoing violations, an Israeli drone targeted a car on the Zifta Kfarwa road, causing injuries. Concu»»»
Oil Falls as Lebanon and Israel Agree on a Ceasefire
Oil prices fell on Thursday as a ceasefire deal between Israel and Lebanon boosted hopes for a broader agreement to end the US-Israeli war with Iran that could lead to a reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Brent futures were down 87 cents, or 0.89%, at $96.92 a barrel by 0458 GMT, while US West Texa»»»
Why demand for second residency is going up
Concerns over job security amid economic uncertainty and advances in AI are driving a surge in UAE residents seeking second residency options abroad. While financial goals and property investments once dominated long-term planning, many professionals and families are now prioritising security, mobi»»»
Lebanon’s Shiite Duo Drops Israeli Withdrawal Demand in Ceasefire Talks
Recent statements by Lebanon’s Shiite duo - the Amal Movement and Hezbollah - indicate a tacit acceptance that Israeli forces could remain in Lebanese territory during an anticipated ceasefire phase. This marks a shift from their previous insistence that any truce be accompanied by an Israeli withd»»»
Lifeline Hackathon 2026 at Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar draws record participation
The Hamad Bin Jassim Center for Computer Science Education, established by the Jassim and Hamad Bin Jassim Charitable Foundation in collaboration with Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar, a partner university of Qatar Foundation, organized the third annual Lifeline Hackathon, focusing on creating o»»»
How QF’s schools have shaped future of their graduates
Doha, Qatar: As the Class of 2026 from Qatar Foundation schools prepare to begin a new chapter in their lives, alumni of Qatar Academy Doha (QAD) are reflecting on how their school experiences shaped their personalities, broadened their perspectives, and guided them toward successful careers. Gradu»»»
EAA celebrates 74 Afghan scholars’ graduation from 27 US host institutions
Doha, Qatar: Education Above All (EAA) Foundation, a global foundation for education and development, with the support of its strategic partner, the Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD), celebrated the graduation of 74 Afghan students supported through the Qatar Scholarship for Afghans Project (QSAP),»»»
Cisco Says Networks Are Core to AI, Saudi Arabia Faces Readiness Test
Cisco used its annual Cisco Live 2026 event to present artificial intelligence as a new test for infrastructure, not merely a software wave or a move toward smarter applications. The main message at the event was that as organizations move from chatbots to AI agents capable of carrying out tasks, n»»»
Trump administration has separated dozens of children from their parents for a second time, AP finds
Eleven-year-old Ederson Galicia Alva had just stepped off the plane and into the Miami airport’s dim hallways when federal agents pulled his mother aside for questioning. Again. Panic welled up. His excitement at soon being back at recess with his Florida classmates fell away. Would the government »»»
Israeli strikes kill at least 8 in Gaza: civil defense
GAZA CITY: Israeli attacks on Gaza killed at least eight people on Thursday, a spokesman for the civil defense agency in the Palestinian territory told AFP. “At least eight martyrs as a result of Israeli airstrikes on Gaza City at dawn,” with seven killed in strikes on residential buildings and one»»»
Trump says Iran talks going 'very well', could yield result 'this weekend' — Iran's Araghchi says something else
US President Donald Trump said late Wednesday that talks with Iran are going "very well" and could yield results over the coming weekend. "I hear the negotiation itself is going very well actually," Trump told reporters, adding of a potential deal: "It could happen... over the weekend." Get updated»»»
Brussels urges reforms to boost competitiveness
Macroeconomic imbalances continue to persist in Hungary, particularly in the areas of competitiveness, public finance funding needs and housing prices, according to the European Commission’s spring package for the 2026 European Semester, published on Wednesday. According to the assessment, inflatio»»»
Iran uses Lebanon as leverage in exploiting tension between, US and Israel – Ya Libnan
Share: BY LAURA KELLY AND FILIP TIMOTIJA Iran is using Lebanon as leverage in peace talks with the U.S., exploiting tensions between President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government in the process. Trump held two expletive-laden calls with Netanyahu earlier this week, dema»»»
When will UAE fuel prices start dropping? What global oil experts say
Dubai: After four consecutive months of fuel price increases, many UAE motorists are hoping relief is finally around the corner. There are signs that global oil markets are cooling. Brent crude, the international benchmark, is trading around $97 a barrel, down from the $110-$120 levels seen earlier»»»
How QF’s schools have shaped the future of their graduates
Tribune News Network Doha As the Class of 2026 from Qatar Foundation schools prepare to embark on a new chapter in their lives, alumni of one of the schools –Qatar Academy Doha – are reflecting on the moments there that shaped their personalities, broadened their perspectives, and guided them towar»»»
QU medical student pursues excellence in medicine, research, community service
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar University (QU) Health Sector has highlighted the inspiring journey of Talal Al Sayed, whose curiosity and empathy from an early age guided him toward pursuing a career in medicine. A childhood accident became a defining moment that shaped his professional aspiration»»»
EAA marks 74 Afghan scholars’ graduation from 27 US institutions through Qatar Scholarship
Tribune News Network Doha Education Above All (EAA) Foundation, a global foundation for education and development, with the support of its strategic partner, the Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD), celebrated the graduation of 74 Afghan students supported through the Qatar Scholarship for Afghans Pr»»»
Israeli strikes kill 8 in southern Lebanon, including 2 medics, as border tensions escalate
At least eight people were killed in separate Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon on Wednesday, according to Lebanon's Ministry of Public Health. The dead included two paramedics whose ambulance was hit while responding to emergencies. The ministry's Emergency Operations Center said an air strike o»»»