WASHINGTON — US officials have unveiled the full text of a 14-point memorandum of understanding with Iran designed to extend the ceasefire, reopen the Strait of Hormuz and create a framework for ending the conflict between the two countries. The Trump administration has described the agreement as “performance-based,” with benefits for Iran tied to compliance with its commitments. President Donald Trump said at the G7 summit in France that the agreement could be formally signed as early as Thursday. The memorandum begins with an immediate and permanent cessation of military operations by all parties, including in Lebanon. It states that…
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HOUSTON — Congo produced one of the biggest surprises of FIFA World Cup 2026 after holding Portugal to a 1-1 draw on Wednesday, earning its first-ever point at the tournament and scoring its first World Cup goal. The African side, appearing in the World Cup for the first time since 1974, frustrated Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal in front of 68,777 spectators at NRG Stadium. Portugal made the perfect start when João Neves headed home Pedro Neto’s cross in the sixth minute to put the European side ahead. However, Congo responded just before halftime when Yoane Wissa powered in a header…
JEDDAH — The Qiwa platform, affiliated with the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development, has announced that the maximum number of instant visas available to newly established businesses that are less than two years old has been reduced to five visas only. The platform further clarified that businesses operating for more than two years may obtain up to 50 instant visas, whether through a single application or multiple applications submitted at the entity level within the same week. According to Qiwa, businesses enrolled in the establishment program and meeting the prescribed requirements will initially be granted two visas. The…
Nvidia has reportedly told Chinese customers its new Vera CPU for AI data centres could be available to them in August 2026. This move is likely calculated to regain ground in a market where its advanced GPU business has been stalled by U.S. export curbs. Reuters reported the chipmaker is pitching Vera as an alternative route into China after shipments of its H200 AI chip stalled for months. CEO Jensen Huang previously said Nvidia’s market share in China had effectively fallen to zero, reflecting tighter U.S. restrictions and Beijing’s push to support domestic suppliers. The news site noted Vera is…
Secretary-General of the Muslim World League (MWL) and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars Sheikh Dr. Mohammed Al-Issa inaugurated the International Conference on Faith in Light of Science and Contemporary Evidence in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, attended by leading scholars, researchers, and thinkers. During the conference, Al-Issa witnessed the launch of the Scientific Miracles in the Holy Quran and the Noble Prophetic Sunnah Journal, published in Malay, English, Chinese, and Hindi. The conference featured four scientific sessions addressing the role of intercultural scientific dialogue in strengthening faith, responding to doubts and misconceptions, and exploring questions of belief in the age…
SANTA CLARA, California — Austria celebrated its return to the FIFA World Cup after a 28-year absence with a 3-1 victory over tournament debutant Jordan in Group J on Tuesday. Romano Schmid, an own goal by Yazan Al Arab and a late penalty from veteran Marko Arnautovic secured all three points for the Austrians, who are appearing in their first World Cup since 1998. Austria controlled much of the opening half and took a deserved lead in the 20th minute when Schmid found the net to put his side in front. Jordan, making its historic World Cup debut, responded admirably…
SANTA CLARA, California — Austria celebrated its return to the FIFA World Cup after a 28-year absence with a 3-1 victory over tournament debutant Jordan in Group J on Tuesday. Romano Schmid, an own goal by Yazan Al Arab and a late penalty from veteran Marko Arnautovic secured all three points for the Austrians, who are appearing in their first World Cup since 1998. Austria controlled much of the opening half and took a deserved lead in the 20th minute when Schmid found the net to put his side in front. Jordan, making its historic World Cup debut, responded admirably…
NHC Innovation has signed three strategic partnership agreements with HUAWEI, Lenovo, and ByteDance in Shenzhen, China. The agreements were signed by NHC Innovation CEO Rayan Alaql during the recent official visit of Minister of Municipalities and Housing Majed Al-Hogail to China. The agreements span artificial intelligence, data science, advanced data centers, knowledge transfer, talent development, and smart city solutions. Alaql said the agreements underscore NHC Innovation’s commitment to forging strategic partnerships with global technology leaders to accelerate the development of smart solutions and leverage international expertise in AI, data science, and smart cities. He added that the collaboration will support…
Google is reportedly in discussions with Samsung Electronics to manufacture part of its next-generation AI processor. If this manufacturing deal emerges it could include the use of Samsung’s 2-nanometer production technology. The Information reported Google plans for TSMC to produce the main computing component of its tensor processing unit (TPU), codenamed Icefish, while Samsung may manufacture a component which helps connect it to memory. Reuters reported the tech giant is also working with chip designer MediaTek on the overall design. Icefish is still in development, with mass production possible as early as 2028. Landing the deal would be a major…
Gipsy Kings by André Reyes are set to bring their Viva El Arte Tour 2026 to Dubai this month, offering fans an evening of live music followed by a FIFA World Cup 2026 watch party. The group will perform at Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena on June 21, delivering a set packed with the rumba, flamenco and Latin rhythms that have made them one of the most recognisable names in world music. Led by André Reyes, the concert will celebrate the musical legacy of the Gipsy Kings, whose hits including Bamboleo, Djobi Djoba and Volare have remained popular across generations. Stay up…