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Travel Food Services IPO Opens for Subscription, GMP Rises To 3%
The firm operates on a zero-debt model and is actively expanding into global markets including Malaysia, Hong Kong, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East, backed by its relationship with UK-based SSP Group. Ventura also noted its growth into...

Israeli Airstrikes Hit Houthi Targets in Yemen After Red Sea Ship Attacks
Israeli fighter jets launched a wave of coordinated airstrikes on Houthi-controlled targets across Yemen late Sunday into Monday, in retaliation for a string of missile and drone attacks targeting Israel and international shipping. The strikes,...

Israel strikes Yemen ports; Houthis respond with missiles
Sanaa: Israel’s military launched airstrikes early Monday, July 7, targeting ports and facilities held by Yemen’s Houthi rebels, with the rebels responding with missile fire targeting Israel. The attacks came after an attack Sunday targeting a...

Iranian leader Khamenei was 'hiding in a bunker' before emerging for special ceremony
04:41 ET, 07 Jul 2025 Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was seen in public for the first time on Saturday since the 12-day conflict between Israel and Iran commenced. State TV broadcasted him engaging with worshippers at a mosque during...

Hamas and Israel resume talks as Netanyahu set to meet Trump
Hamas and Israel were resuming talks in Qatar on Monday, a Palestinian official said, as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu travelled to Washington to meet President Donald Trump, who has pushed for a "deal this week" between the foes. The latest...

Tourism and Entertainment / King Abdulaziz International Airport launches the first flights of China's Hainan Airlines.
King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah received the first flight of the Chinese Hainan Airlines, making it the first airport in the Kingdom to operate direct flights to the Chinese city of Haikou, with three flights per week. This new...

Gaza Talks: Netanyahu To Meet Trump Amid Hamas-Israel Negotiations
(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Hamas and Israel were resuming talks in Qatar on Monday, a Palestinian official said, as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu travelled to Washington to meet President Donald Trump, who has pushed for a "deal this week"...

Air Arabia Launches Daily Sharjah to Munich Flights
Air Arabia launches daily Sharjah to Munich flights starting December 15, 2025, offering travelers new options between the Middle East and Germany. This new route will connect Sharjah International Airport with Munich Airport using the efficient...

El Attal Holding and Venture Lifestyle launch Egypt’s first winter entertainment hub
El Attal Holding has entered a strategic partnership with event and concert organiser Venture Lifestyle to launch Egypt’s inaugural winter entertainment hub with a total investment of USD 10m, situating the venture within The 101 project, a...

Iranian students at University of Louisville face uncertainty after travel ban
Sohail Saheb aspires to keep Louisville safe from floods. As a geotechnical engineering student at University of Louisville, he studies how soil absorbs water with an eye on flooding prevention. He went to Iran, where he’s from, in May because his...

Iran denounces renewed Israeli attacks on Yemen, Tel Aviv’s US-enabled impunity
The Iranian Foreign Ministry has vehemently denounced the Israeli regime’s renewed attacks against Yemen’s civilian infrastructure and Tel Aviv’s continued impunity for the atrocities that have been enabled through unwavering American support. The...

Israel launches airstrikes on Yemen
Israel’s military launched airstrikes early on Monday targeting ports and facilities held by Yemen’s Houthi rebels, with the rebels responding with missile fire targeting Israel. The attacks came after an attack Sunday targeting a Liberian-flagged...

Khareef Dhofar Season: A strategic tourism opportunity
For Dhofar the khareef season is a crucial period for both tourism and economic growth. The authorities have confirmed their readiness for this important season, which draws a significant number of local and international visitors. The khareef...

Israel carries out first strikes against Huthi targets in Yemen since Israel-Iran ceasefire
CNN — Israel carried out it first strikes against Huthi targets in Yemen since the Israel-Iran ceasefire, attacking ports and a power plant around midnight local time Sunday night into Monday morning. The strikes come after at least three Huthi...

Lionel Messi's future: Saudi Arabia reportedly back in the picture, Inter Miami want extension and more
The future of Lionel Messi is not decided yet, but it's a topic on the minds of many. The Argentinian soccer star has a contract with Inter Miami until December of this year, and he's now exploring all the options for his future, including the...

Air Arabia to launch daily Sharjah–Munich flights from December 15, 2025
Air Arabia will begin daily flights between Sharjah and Munich on December 15, 2025, using Airbus A320neo aircraft. This marks the airline’s first scheduled route to Germany, expanding its presence in Europe and offering passengers greater access...

Do I need an Esta to travel to the US? Everything you need to know
The Esta, which was introduced in August 2008, is a pre-authorisation for travel to the US. Citizens from 42 countries — including the UK — must apply for one before travel, unless a proper visa is required. It’s important to note that the Esta is...

Travel Food Services IPO: GMP, subscription status, other details. Apply or not?
Travel Food Services IPO: The initial public offering (IPO) of Travel Food Services Limited has opened today and will remain open until 9 July 2025. The company has fixed the Travel Food Services IPO price band from ₹1045 to ₹1100 per equity...

UNESCO World Heritage Ivanovo Rock-Hewn Churches Attract Tourists, Says Ruse History Museum Curator Georgiev
The Ivanovo Rock-Hewn Churches are the most frequently visited site overseen by the Regional History Museum Ruse, museum curator Evgeni Georgiev said on Monday during the presentation of the July issue of LIK magazine. The event took place at the...

Israel Rejects Hamas Proposed Ceasefire Revisions but Proceeds with Talks
(MENAFN) Israel has dismissed proposed revisions from Hamas to a ceasefire framework for Gaza but will proceed with indirect negotiations in Doha, according to a Saturday statement from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office, as reported by...