https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/war-has-changed-the-gulf-iran-can-shut-hormuz-at-will-us-assessments-say-1.500576815 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/z6iogaph/newsml_afp_com_20260615T142332Z_doc_b76m6we.jpeg A photo illustration taken in Nicosia on May 4, 2026, shows a person in front of a large screen displaying vessel movements in the Strait of Hormuz on a ship-tracking website. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-14/nqlissub/Screenshot-2026-06-15-at-5.25.46-AM.png A view of the Strait of Hormuz Gulf News en 2026-06-17T02:46:07.948+04:00 War has changed the Gulf: Iran can shut Hormuz ‘at will,’ US assessments say Mena, Americas, Energy https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-and-us-to-embark-on-two-months-of-peace-talks-friday-1.500576040 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2018/12/05/IRAN-NUCLEAR-MISSILES-(Read-Only)_resources1_16a0853b9f2_large.jpg A display featuring missiles and a portrait of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is seen at Baharestan Square in Tehran, Iran. Gulf News en 2026-06-17T01:50:02.181+04:00 Iran and US to embark on two months of peace talks Friday Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/uae/sharjah-ruler-announces-new-direct-road-links-with-dubai-1.500576697 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-17/at44pf1a/STAFFNAT_250615_Al_Ittihad_Roaad_VSAKLANI_21750129257817.jpg Al Ittihad Road linking Sharjah and Dubai. A series of projects to build and develop internal and main roads linking the emirates of Sharjah and Dubai valued at Dh750 million has been announced. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-01-07/acsad24w/still_from_rta_shj_video_of_taawun_rd_upgrades_on_x_on_jan_7_1736256474029.jpg Still from Sharjah RTA video of Al Taawun Road Gulf News en 2026-06-17T01:20:49.728+04:00 Dh750 million Sharjah–Dubai road projects to ease traffic, boost connectivity UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/eu-greenhouse-gas-emissions-fall-17-since-2015-1.500576750 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/p2ql709l/vaf04nf51ka1uhtpo.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-17T01:00:15.858+04:00 EU greenhouse gas emissions fall 17 % since 2015 Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/usiran-deal-strait-of-hormuz-to-reopen-oil-prices-crash-enriched-uranium-stockpile-to-be-destroyed-as-peace-accord-set-for-june-19-geneva-signing-1.500575625 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/1bmzlsbp/newsml_afp_com_20260616T123720Z_doc_b79y8pd.jpeg US President Donald Trump attends a bilateral meeting with UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, as US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and US Secretary of Treasury Scott Bessent (R) look on during the G7 summit, in Evian, eastern France, on June 16, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/eu6xye3u/newsml_afp_com_20260615T165133Z_doc_b77a6ky.jpeg Lebanese army forces deploy in the village of Bir al-Salasel in southern Lebanon on June 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/748hmu5b/newsml_afp_com_20260616T000000Z_PH_GTY_2281883074.jpeg Vice President JD Vance visits "FOX & Friends" at Fox News Channel Studios on June 16, 2026 in New York City. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/7skz1yj6/202606173828083.jpg PM Modi welcomes peace efforts in West Asia, says https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/w4f19y8u/newsml_afp_com_20260616T184707Z_doc_b7bj4b2.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/jap1tf06/newsml_afp_com_20260616T163109Z_doc_b7al37y.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/jx0xfc8x/newsml_afp_com_20260423T141717Z_doc_a8rb6yx.jpeg Prince Reza Pahlavi (L) and his wife Yasmine Pahlavi stand on stage during a demonstration in Berlin, on April 23. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-02-17/r54jwsla/newsml_afp_com_20250217T124721Z_doc_36y32qg.jpeg Majid Takht-Ravanchi, Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/kjoh41m8/newsml_afp_com_20260616T053931Z_doc_b78k7zq.jpeg Iranians watch the 2026 World Cup football tournament match between Iran and New Zealand at Tehran Book Garden in Tehran, Iran, on June 16, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/73dyqmhs/japan.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-17T00:06:14.153+04:00 US-Iran deal: Trump meets UAE President as world leaders discuss regional tensions at G7 Mena, Donald Trump, iran nuclear programme, Iran, Iran Israel conflict, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-president-meets-presidents-of-european-council-and-european-commission-on-sidelines-of-g7-summit-in-france-1.500576599 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/sv3wh7ei/ll804nn71ka1txwpn.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-17T00:04:22.193+04:00 UAE President meets Presidents of European Council and European Commission on sidelines of G7 Summit in France Government, Europe https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/ras-al-khaimah-police-arrest-two-young-men-for-dangerous-stunt-driving-1.500576727 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/waa7dekl/IMG-20260616-WA0184.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-16T23:19:34.761+04:00 Ras Al Khaimah Police arrest two young men for dangerous stunt driving Crime, Ras Al Khaimah https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/veteran-syrian-actor-osama-al-sayed-youssef-dies-at-65-1.500576691 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/hv02rdph/Syrian-actor Born in Idlib, Youssef graduated from the Higher Institute of Dramatic Arts in 1982 and went on to become one of the recognised faces of Syrian drama. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T22:44:12.745+04:00 Veteran Syrian actor Osama Al Sayed Youssef dies at 65 Mena, Syria https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/my-mum-couldnt-be-here-cape-verde-hero-vozinha-opens-up-on-visa-issue-personal-heartbreak-1.500576676 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/0f6u8msx/newsml_afp_com_20260615T174706Z_doc_b77h26n.jpeg Cape Verde's goalkeeper #01 Vozinha (L) and Spain's forward #10 Dani Olmo (C) apologize after a contact during the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Cape Verde at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/wpe3o7c4/newsml_afp_com_20260615T000000Z_PH_GTY_2281778827.jpeg Vozinha #1 of Cabo Verde looks on prior to the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H match between Spain and Cabo Verde at Atlanta Stadium on June 15, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/xez22013/newsml_afp_com_20260615T000000Z_PH_GTY_2281747483.jpeg Vozinha #1 of Cabo Verde applaud fans after the 0-0 draw during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H match between Spain and Cabo Verde at Atlanta Stadium on June 15, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/zopegz5o/newsml_afp_com_20260615T181012Z_doc_b77k3wz.jpeg Cape Verde's goalkeeper #01 Vozinha celebrates at the end of the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Cape Verde at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/xgeqqf8r/newsml_afp_com_20260615T180341Z_doc_b77g8kr.jpeg Cape Verde's goalkeeper #01 Vozinha (C) is congratulated by staff and teammates at the end of the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Cape Verde at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/5a872me3/newsml_afp_com_20260615T000000Z_PH_GTY_2281744137.jpeg Vozinha #1 of Cabo Verde embraces teammates after the 0-0 draw during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H match between Spain and Cabo Verde at Atlanta Stadium on June 15, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/fxiz5z2h/newsml_afp_com_20260615T180021Z_doc_b77g8kk.jpeg Cape Verde's goalkeeper #01 Vozinha (C) is congratulated by staff and teammates at the end of the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Cape Verde at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/xez22013/newsml_afp_com_20260615T000000Z_PH_GTY_2281747483.jpeg Vozinha #1 of Cabo Verde applaud fans after the 0-0 draw during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H match between Spain and Cabo Verde at Atlanta Stadium on June 15, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/eh9an45h/newsml_afp_com_20260615T000000Z_PH_GTY_2281747654.jpeg Vozinha #1 of Cabo Verde applaud fans after the 0-0 draw during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H match between Spain and Cabo Verde at Atlanta Stadium on June 15, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/fc9p81if/newsml_afp_com_20260615T000000Z_PH_GTY_2281748295.jpeg Vozinha #1 of Cabo Verde applaud fans after the 0-0 draw during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H match between Spain and Cabo Verde at Atlanta Stadium on June 15, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/o1oyoyw0/newsml_afp_com_20260615T182021Z_doc_b77k3yn.jpeg Cape Verde's goalkeeper #01 Vozinha makes a save during the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Cape Verde at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/8gou8mx1/preview.jpg Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha (1) makes a save during the World Cup Group H soccer match between Spain and Cape Verde in Atlanta, Monday, June 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/klbot6eu/newsml_afp_com_20260615T000000Z_PH_GTY_2281779573.jpeg Vozinha #1 of Cabo Verde in action during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H match between Spain and Cabo Verde at Atlanta Stadium on June 15, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/yrgr4rcn/newsml_afp_com_20260615T000000Z_PH_GTY_2281904416.jpeg Vozinha #1 of Cabo Verde in action during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H match between Spain and Cabo Verde at Atlanta Stadium on June 15, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T22:18:04.332+04:00 'My mum couldn’t be here': Cape Verde hero Vozinha opens up on visa issue, personal heartbreak World Cup, football, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-president-and-indian-pm-discuss-strengthening-ties-at-g7-summit-1.500576614 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/k9gz4dic/5000.jpg Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan (R) greets Narendra Modi (L). Gulf News en 2026-06-16T22:06:58.622+04:00 UAE President and Indian PM discuss strengthening ties at G7 Summit Government, India, Narendra Modi https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bollywood/sonu-nigam-reveals-painful-health-condition-vows-to-perform-my-nerves-are-pinched-1.500576620 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/frj8s1sf/FotoJet-4.jpg Medication strains his voice, yet Sonu Nigam keeps commitment to upcoming show Gulf News en 2026-06-16T21:36:15.693+04:00 Sonu Nigam reveals painful health condition, vows to perform: 'My nerves are pinched' BollyWood, Music, bollywood, Bollywood icons, Music https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/dubai-police-warn-over-fake-insurance-deals-flooding-social-media-1.500576541 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/b4xx2mk3/DubaiPoliceWarnsAgainstFak.jpg Dubai Police urge residents to verify insurance providers before making payments. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/0kgecbnc/Dubai_Police_Warns_Against_Fak.jpg Dubai Police urge residents to verify insurance providers before making payments. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T21:11:57.551+04:00 Dubai police warn over fake insurance deals flooding social media Crime, crime, Dubai, Dubai Police, UAE insurance https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-court-sentences-former-interior-minister-to-three-years-in-prison-1.500576519 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/ys5c48lx/Court The court ordered the sentences in the two cases to be merged, meaning the final enforceable prison term will be three years. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T20:39:58.531+04:00 Kuwait court sentences former interior minister to three years in prison Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/watch-holy-kaaba-receives-new-kiswa-as-islamic-new-year-begins-1.500576504 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/b20v6452/Kiswa Preparations for the annual replacement began on Monday evening with the removal of the existing covering. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T20:39:38.852+04:00 Watch: Holy Kaaba receives new Kiswa as Islamic New Year begins Saudi, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/uae-foils-drug-trafficking-plot-arrests-23-suspects-1.500576534 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/v0hqudtp/jy904nmu1ka1kpspn-1.jpeg Major UAE anti-narcotics sweep dismantles cross-border network, large drug haul seized https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/349ul3e5/HK8uZ4hbAAAcGsr.jpg UAE foils nationwide drug trafficking plot, 23 suspects held in coordinated raids Gulf News en 2026-06-16T20:30:15.758+04:00 UAE foils drug trafficking plot, arrests 23 suspects Crime, UAE, crime, Ras Al Khaimah https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi-police-honours-resident-for-saving-person-from-drowning-1.500576487 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/pao5esg8/AD-Police The police force said the rescue reflected a strong sense of social responsibility and initiative. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T19:55:44.685+04:00 Abu Dhabi Police honours resident for saving person from drowning UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-committed-to-advancing-peace-stability-sheikh-mohamed-tells-g7-summit-1.500576486 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/rztjzf0t/HK8MgoraQAMsGWl.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-16T19:48:47.055+04:00 UAE committed to advancing peace, stability, Sheikh Mohamed tells G7 Summit Government, Europe https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/oman-air-launches-dubai-salalah-flights-as-uae-travellers-seek-cooler-escapes-1.500576478 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/tux1ud27/251116KHAREEF-DHOFAR-FESTIVAL-DESIGN-BV01.6-2.png The carrier’s new Dubai-Salalah route adds another direct connection between the UAE and Oman’s Dhofar region, ahead of what is expected to be another busy Khareef season. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T19:43:52.720+04:00 Oman Air launches Dubai-Salalah flights as UAE travellers seek cooler escapes Aviation, travel, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/abu-dhabi-sets-four-priorities-to-shape-the-future-of-private-education-1.500576465 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/bfh0xoru/ADEK The direction aims to build an education ecosystem that empowers young people to navigate a rapidly transforming world Gulf News en 2026-06-16T19:27:45.926+04:00 Abu Dhabi sets four priorities to shape the future of private education Education, Education https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/sharjah-unveils-dual-tunnel-project-to-ease-traffic-between-sharjah-and-dubai-1.500576370 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/f8btp69j/Sharjah The tunnel is part of a wider infrastructure package valued at Dh750 million Gulf News en 2026-06-16T18:44:59.810+04:00 Sharjah unveils dual tunnel project to ease traffic between Sharjah and Dubai Transport, transport https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/eight-big-questions-hanging-over-the-us-iran-deal-1.500576150 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/ptzbugrd/Trump.jpg Iranian Parliament Speaker and chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf (left) and US President Donald Trump. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T18:23:57.493+04:00 Eight big questions hanging over the US-Iran memorandum of understanding Mena, Americas, Gulf, Israel, americas, Gulf, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/indian-expat-in-dubai-38-dies-of-heart-attack-while-playing-cricket-friend-recalls-horror-on-the-pitch-1.500576314 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/5nk8vbj6/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-16-at-5.45.39-PM.jpeg Safwan Shanu Gulf News en 2026-06-16T17:51:45.789+04:00 Indian expat in Dubai, 38, dies of heart attack while playing cricket; friend recalls horror on the pitch Health, people, India, UAE, Indian expats, india, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-president-joins-world-leaders-at-g7-meeting-1.500576281 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/2jpweqbs/G7-1.jpg UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan with US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the G7 Summit taking place in Évian-les-Bains, France. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/9lf0txw5/G7-2.jpg UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, U.S. President Donald Trump, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer, European Council President Antonio Costa, French President Emmanuel Macron, Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi at a working lunch with leaders of G7 and the Middle East in Evian-les-Bains, France, Tuesday, June 16, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/m2t2k8vn/G7-22.jpg Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates and Emmanuel Macron, President of France stand for a photograph during the G7 France 2026 Summit at the Hotel Royal. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/yzw0ngm3/G7-3.jpg UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and US President Trump discussed strategic cooperation and joint efforts to further strengthen UAE-US relations in support of both countries’ mutual interests. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/z9jw7sel/20260616ANAN13238.jpg Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan speaks with Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission during the G7 France 2026 Summit at the Hotel Royal. Seen with Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of Qatar. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/q5bh7562/G7-4.jpg US President Donald Trump speaks with Egypt's President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and France's President Emmanuel Macron during a work lunch as part of the G7 summit, in Evian, eastern France, on June 16, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/9goet8h8/G7-10.jpg France's President Emmanuel Macron welcomes and shakes hands with Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani for the official greeting ahead of a work lunch as part of the G7 summit, in Evian, eastern France, on June 16, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/398u1uz4/G7-6.jpg US President Donald Trump (R) reacts as he receives a jersey of Germany's national football team bearing the number 47 and his name, gifted by Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz (C) flanked by Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer ahead of a working session at the G7 summit in Evian-les-Bains, central-eastern France on June 16, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/0gcztyep/G7-8.jpg French President Emmanuel Macron, front right, speaks with Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, front left, at a working lunch with leaders of G7 and the Middle East, in Evian-les-Bains, France. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/z37f4kvo/202606163827729.jpg G7 Summit: PM Modi receives warm welcome from French President Macron https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/nwohmif4/newsml_afp_com_20260616T131616Z_doc_b7a72l9.jpeg European Council President Antonio Costa, Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, South Korea's President Lee Jae-myung, Egypt's President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer, US President Donald Trump, Kenya's President William Ruto, France's President Emmanuel Macron, Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney, Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Brazilian politician Luiz Inacio Lula Da Silva pose for a family photograph during the G7 summit, in Evian, eastern France, on June 16, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T17:49:55.659+04:00 UAE President joins world leaders at G7 meeting UAE, World, news-photos https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/g7-allies-scramble-to-put-ukraine-back-atop-trumps-agenda-as-war-drags-on-1.500576321 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/nwohmif4/newsml_afp_com_20260616T131616Z_doc_b7a72l9.jpeg European Council President Antonio Costa, Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, South Korea's President Lee Jae-myung, Egypt's President Abdel Fattah Al Sissi, Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer, US President Donald Trump, Kenya's President William Ruto, France's President Emmanuel Macron, Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney, Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Brazilian politician Luiz Inacio Lula Da Silva pose for a family photograph during the G7 summit, in Evian, eastern France, on June 16, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T17:46:49.266+04:00 G7 allies scramble to put Ukraine back atop Trump’s agenda as war drags on Europe, Ukraine, France, Russia https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/mohesr-expands-automatic-recognition-of-degrees-to-42-uae-universities-streamlining-qualification-approvals-1.500576291 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/tzo110y3/IMG5610.jpeg Proactive service supports the Zero Government Bureaucracy Programme and streamlines qualification recognition procedures Gulf News en 2026-06-16T17:33:47.758+04:00 MoHESR expands automatic recognition of degrees to 42 UAE universities, streamlining qualification approvals Education, Education https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/dubai-based-russian-real-estate-broker-wins-1-million-in-dubai-duty-free-draw-1.500576271 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/cnb6lhhc/2000.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/vi05gs3h/B78A01251-Copy.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-16T17:28:10.570+04:00 Dubai-based Russian real estate broker wins $1 million in Dubai Duty Free draw people https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/egyptian-pharmacist-and-three-children-killed-in-car-crash-in-minya-1.500576127 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/tpjmidm1/Dr-Hani-Fathi.webp An Egyptian pharmacist and his three children were killed on Tuesday when their car overturned on a desert highway in the southern province of Minya. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/m9g50tkq/gulfnewsimport20191213Ambulance16f0037e1c0large.avif Gulf News en 2026-06-16T16:47:40.876+04:00 Egyptian pharmacist and three children killed in car crash in Minya Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/fbi-disrupted-attack-plot-on-white-house-fight-night-1.500576225 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/avz66y9h/newsml_afp_com_20260615T000000Z_PH_GTY_2281047777.jpeg President Donald Trump, first lady Melania Trump, UFC CEO Dana White and other guests pose inside the Octagon at UFC Freedom 250 on the South Lawn of the White House on June 15, 2026 in Washington, DC. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T16:45:54.204+04:00 FBI disrupted attack plot on White House fight night Americas, Donald Trump, America https://gulfnews.com/sport/uae-sport/abu-dhabi-tower-earns-guinness-world-records-title-for-highest-running-track-on-a-building-1.500576223 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/773jin48/c5108233-a22f-489e-a5f0-e2b250642c90.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/m0805839/38b1ac1f-26a6-4b34-bc07-bafe4e99795f.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/v8hgh5wz/49531472-8d34-4548-967a-5ae04c98af5b.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-16T16:44:17.433+04:00 Abu Dhabi tower earns Guinness World Records title for highest running track on a building UAE-Sport https://gulfnews.com/technology/media/uae-media-revenues-surge-as-gaming-hits-dh27bn-cinema-tops-dh734m-1.500576207 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/06/27/GOING-OUT-THINGS-TO-DO-BARS-DUBAI-POOL-MUSIC_188fd088955_large.jpg The UAE cinema industry delivers a strong performance, generating more than Dh734 million in box office revenues https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/09/11/Mohammed-Saeed-Al-Shehhi_191e0322930_large.jpg Mohammed Saeed Al Shehhi, Vice Chairman of the National Media Authority Gulf News en 2026-06-16T16:40:37.241+04:00 UAE media revenues surge as gaming hits Dh2.7bn, cinema tops Dh734m Media, UAE, Media https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/meet-merlin-the-duck-the-unexpected-star-of-fifa-world-cup-2026-in-mexico-1.500575943 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/zkaqqmor/MexicoWCupMascot13449-9fc1f.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/7uw5xn15/APTOPIXMexicoWCupMascot775-0373c.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/65npbgok/MexicoWCupMascot155-117a7.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/z7np99zb/newsml_afp_com_20260615T202225Z_doc_b77w2cq.jpeg A football fan takes a snapshot at the FIFA Fan Festival at Zocalo square in Mexico City on June 15, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T16:37:49.325+04:00 Meet Merlin the Duck, the unexpected star of FIFA World Cup 2026 in Mexico World Cup, Entertainment, Sport https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/serena-and-venus-williams-return-to-wimbledon-doubles-after-10-years-1.500576205 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/3phd8i08/HK7YfiFWwAAzcO9.jpg Serena and Venus Williams will compete in the Ladies’ Doubles at The Championships 2026 Gulf News en 2026-06-16T16:33:45.311+04:00 Serena and Venus Williams return to Wimbledon doubles after 10 years Tennis https://gulfnews.com/technology/roblox-rolls-out-new-child-accounts-worldwide-with-stricter-safety-controls-1.500576209 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-14/cqeey1gt/Roblox-2.jpg The Roblox logo on a smartphone arranged in New York, US, on Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T16:31:48.444+04:00 Roblox rolls out new child accounts worldwide with stricter safety controls Technology https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/world-cup-preview-heavyweights-and-dark-horses-collide-1.500575996 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/3g8ne0q0/ChatGPT-Image-Jun-16-2026-015243-PM.png Two of the tournament favourites are in action https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-08/7s8h48k1/newsml_afp_com_20260608T205152Z_doc_b6ex4q8.jpeg France have an incredibly talented team https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-12/t1xdpnvk/newsml_afp_com_20260612T215751Z_doc_b6xh7tb.jpeg Kylian Mbappe will look to prove his Madrid doubters wrong this summer https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-01/hxafsni5/newsml_afp_com_20260404T110048Z_doc_a6qt7ba.jpeg Members of Iraq's men's national football team sit atop a double-decker bus as they are paraded to celebrate the country's qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-08/7rbp0pxg/newsml_afp_com_20260607T000000Z_PH_GTY_2280411218.jpeg Erling Haaland is yet to perform on the world stage for his country https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-10/idlf7el1/newsml_afp_com_20260609T000000Z_PH_GTY_2280810569.jpeg Argentina will look to defend their title as world champions this summer https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-26/chcjhl76/MESSI-WORLD-CUP-2022 Lionel Messi lifts the World Cup trophy during the Qatar 2022 World Cup trophy ceremony Gulf News en 2026-06-16T16:21:30.183+04:00 World Cup Preview: Heavyweights and Dark Horses Collide World Cup, Football, Sport, Lionel Messi, FIFA World Cup, Iraq, Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland, Argentina national football team, France https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/anax-developments-breaks-ground-on-elle-residences-dubai-islands-unveils-anax-20-vision-1.500576128 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/rist9g7b/ANAX.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-16T16:10:15.912+04:00 ANAX Developments breaks ground on ELLE Residences Dubai Islands, unveils ANAX 2.0 vision Company News, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/tom-holland-confirms-he-and-zendaya-are-married-im-the-happiest-i-have-ever-been-1.500576161 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/2osgre90/newsml_afp_com_20260616T082309Z_doc_b78x7we.jpeg US actress Zendaya and British actor Tom Holland pose during a photocall for « Spider-Man: brand new day » movie in a hotel in Madrid on June 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/86poaka9/tab_Zendaya_and_Tom_Holland_in_Spider_Man_Far_From_Home__2019__1559028807982_16afd5bb92f_original_ra.jpg Tom Holland and Zendaya in 'Spider Man: Far From Home' https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/12/06/Tom-Holland-and-Zendaya-_184e7b43283_large.jpg Tom Holland and Zendaya https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/k3e6cfv3/Tom_Holland_and_Zendaya__184e7dd5db7_original_ratio.jpg In September, in honour of Zendaya's birthday, Tom Holland shared a mirror selfie of the alleged couple on the Spider-Man set on Instagram. In the caption he wrote in character as Peter Parker: “My MJ, have the happiest of birthdays." Gulf News en 2026-06-16T16:07:06.508+04:00 Tom Holland confirms he and Zendaya are married: 'I'm the happiest I have ever been' Entertainment, HollyWood, hollywood, Marvel https://gulfnews.com/ask-gulf-news/ask-gulf-news-how-to-verify-job-offers-in-the-uae-1.500576146 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/fefkam80/Untitled-design-69.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-16T15:53:34.433+04:00 Ask Gulf News: How to verify job offers in the UAE Ask Gulf News https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/rihanna-reveals-her-diamond-bracelet-was-a-gift-from-the-ambani-family-and-it-is-worth-rs-22-crore-1.500576105 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/c9wy1q77/154627705.jpg.webp Rihanna has given fans a glimpse of one of her most special pieces of jewellery. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-27/cyfjbcon/rihanna.jpeg In a moment that caught everyone’s attention, Rihanna was seen offering prayers at the family temple before joining the hosts for a joyful, petal-filled dance. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T15:45:54.060+04:00 Rihanna reveals her diamond bracelet was a gift from the Ambani family and it is worth Rs 2.2 crore Entertainment, india https://gulfnews.com/business/tax-news/uae-distributes-over-dh46-billion-in-vat-and-excise-revenues-after-15-rise-1.500576120 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/08/29/Stock-VAT_18a3ff2b24e_large.jpg Retailers need to go over all the potential elements in play when applying VAT to discounts. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T15:44:00.188+04:00 UAE distributes over Dh46 billion in VAT and excise revenues after 15% rise Tax News, UAE tax https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/trus-holding-celebrates-20-year-milestone-with-the-inauguration-of-its-new-corporate-headquarters-in-dubai-1.500576113 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/wwft0oqf/Trus-Holding-Image-01.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-16T15:23:50.207+04:00 Trus Holding celebrates 20-year milestone with the inauguration of its new corporate headquarters in Dubai Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/uae-restaurants-rethink-fifa-world-cup-strategy-as-late-kick-offs-summer-heat-test-demand-1.500576084 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/aqon0ux1/Arabian-Ranches.png Football fans celebrate at the Ranches Restaurant by the Golf Course. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/11/03/Abu-Dhabi-Fanzone-FIFA-World-Cup-Qatar_1843d1ec0f0_large.jpg A fan zone in Abu Dhabi during the FIFA World Cup Qatar. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T15:15:14.230+04:00 UAE restaurants rethink FIFA World Cup strategy as late kick-offs, summer heat test demand Retail, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/sport/trump-could-lift-world-cup-with-tournament-winners-1.500576088 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/wv74ptzx/preview.jpg President Donald Trump could be right amongst the action as the winner's of the 2026 FIFA World Cup lift the trophy https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-06/7n9mgx9e/newsml_afp_com_20251205T000000Z_PH_GTY_2250193985.jpeg President Donald Trump dances to the final performance of the Village People during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Official Draw at John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-14/jym49su6/newsml_afp_com_20250713T000000Z_PH_GTY_2224978975.jpeg Chelsea captain Reece James held the FIFA Club World Cup trophy awkwardly as Donald Trump remained on stage for the celebrations Gulf News en 2026-06-16T15:08:11.223+04:00 Trump could lift World Cup with tournament winners Sport, Football, World Cup, Donald Trump, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/sanchita-ugale-death-she-was-being-tortured-father-alleges-harassment-and-financial-pressure-1.500576071 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/3u0blb9z/ANI_20260615120349.jpg Actress Sanchita Ugale was found dead on Sunday night. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T15:05:06.461+04:00 Sanchita Ugale death: 'She was being tortured,' father alleges harassment and financial pressure Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/from-a-single-room-to-the-world-cup-the-pakistani-entrepreneur-behind-every-single-fifa-ball-1.500576058 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/xxd9vkm9/untitled-2.jpg Khawaja Masood Akhtar, during an interview with Arab News on January 24, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/a5ft5s42/SnapInsta.to608359586185468259850633672907466251223259644n.jpg Khawaja Masood Akhtar (third person from the left) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/1jfu2ppe/QIKT5XHFF5DUROQPUTQE72QEIQ.png.avif All the footballs designed for the Qatar Fifa World Cup 2022 in the Forward Sport factory in Sialkot, Pakistan https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/fm8rqxvu/ADFVNSQ5TZDU3G4V2X3R2ZCQ2Y.png.avif Khawaja Masood Akhtar in his office in Pakistan https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/t98t1jxm/PAZ3TZ5W7REQNEBSHMZFPJ7ZYY.png.avif Staff inspecting the World Cup balls in 2022 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/x7s1mkbi/THTJAI4HLTNUPXSXPW25PTKTCI.jpg.avif Behind the scenes of the production of the ball in 2014 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/d1bopa5m/TBWXYROKKPFB2FHUHMKEU7YV4Y.jpg An employee inflating an Adidas AG 'Brazuca' football, used for the 2014 World Cup in Brazil Gulf News en 2026-06-16T15:01:00.373+04:00 From a single room to the World Cup: the Pakistani entrepreneur behind every single FIFA ball World Cup, Pakistan, football, Pakistan, FIFA World Cup, FIFA, Entrepreneurship https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/dds-partners-with-hsbc-to-accelerate-digital-direct-debit-adoption-across-uae-1.500575964 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/tvdgg1z4/DDSHSBC1.jpg Ummair Butt, Founder and CEO, DDS and Kyle Boag, Regional Head of Global Payments Solutions MENAT, HSBC Bank Middle East Limited https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/pnglcibd/DDSHSBC2.jpg Representatives from DDS and HSBC Gulf News en 2026-06-16T14:38:40.566+04:00 DDS partners with HSBC to accelerate digital direct debit adoption across UAE Company News https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/taare-zameen-pars-child-star-yohaan-is-now-a-gold-medal-winning-dentist-and-trainee-pilot-in-the-uk-1.500576025 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/zumd7ucq/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-15-at-16.45.08.jpeg.webp Photos from his life in the UK shared in his private Instagram https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/txdudai6/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-15-at-16.45.08.jpeg.webp Photos from his life in the UK shared in his private Instagram https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/vjt3farc/WhatsApp_Image_2026_06_15_at_16_44_27_jpeg.webp In 2024, Sachet shared a photograph from the cockpit of an aircraft on his private Instagram account https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/d3asrp16/WhatsApp_Image_2026_06_15_at_16_43_47_e1781524785168_jpeg.webp Sachet Engineer at Camden Town Gulf News en 2026-06-16T14:32:44.800+04:00 Taare Zameen Par's child star Yohaan is now a gold medal-winning dentist and trainee pilot in the UK Entertainment, BollyWood, bollywood, Aamir Khan https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/sharjah-hotels-draw-21-million-guests-as-airport-traffic-fuels-tourism-boom-1.500576026 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-21/twzpv1uv/newsml_afp_com_20260521T164457Z_doc_b3mm3ye.jpeg A photograph shows the Al-Nooor Mosque (L) and the city skyline in Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates on May 21, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T14:19:17.290+04:00 Sharjah hotels draw 2.1 million guests as airport traffic fuels tourism boom Tourism, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/abu-dhabi-digital-attestations-surge-405-as-demand-for-online-legal-services-grows-1.500576014 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/atgrr2tb/The-Abu-Dhabi-Judicial-Department-ADJD-building-in-the-UAE-capital The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD) building in the UAE capital. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T14:09:18.063+04:00 Abu Dhabi digital attestations surge 405% as demand for online legal services grows Government https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/no-tolls-just-fees-what-irans-plan-for-strait-of-hormuz-means-1.500575992 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-11/m4fzunlm/preview.jpg There is no provision in international law for a coastal state charging for passage through a natural waterway, whether you call it a toll or a fee or whatever. a legal expert says. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T13:56:59.092+04:00 No tolls, just fees? What Iran's plan for Strait of Hormuz means Mena, Gulf, Oman, Americas, Oman, americas, Gulf, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/abu-dhabi-launches-specialised-mental-health-network-for-children-1.500576009 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/ke90y4un/PureHealth-launches-SAKINA-for-Children-2.jpg Initiative combines early intervention, therapy and inpatient mental health support. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T13:56:11.819+04:00 Abu Dhabi launches specialised mental health network for children Health https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/dmcc-launches-trade-knowledge-push-for-firms-facing-global-disruption-1.500575995 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/jy7sf7kf/DMCC-Uptown-Tower.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-16T13:46:09.114+04:00 DMCC launches trade knowledge push for firms facing global disruption Markets https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/el-niño-2026-will-uae-see-hotter-more-humid-weather-as-ncm-forecasts-98-per-cent-chance-1.500575776 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/7xu4wmj0/Dubai-downtown Dubai downtown Gulf News en 2026-06-16T13:33:05.941+04:00 El Niño 2026: Will UAE see hotter, more humid weather as NCM forecasts 98 per cent chance? Weather https://gulfnews.com/travel/starlink-in-flight-wi-fi-which-gulf-airlines-have-it-and-is-it-free-1.500575948 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-27/mhe2ob2h/Starlinek.jpg First Airbus A380 aircraft upgraded with high-speed Wi-Fi completed installation in UK. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T13:25:34.407+04:00 Starlink in-flight Wi-Fi: Which Gulf airlines have it and is it free? Travel, Aviation, Technology, Emirates airline, Qatar Airways, Starlink satellite internet https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/everything-tina-fey-touches-turns-to-gold-fans-celebrate-as-netflix-renews-the-four-seasons-for-season-3-1.500575949 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/5xhqhmau/tina.jpg A still from Four Seasons Gulf News en 2026-06-16T13:16:28.177+04:00 'Everything Tina Fey touches turns to gold': Fans celebrate as Netflix renews The Four Seasons for Season 3 Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/new-rule-uae-targets-more-emiratis-for-private-healthcare-jobs-1.500575952 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-20/5e9ahm4f/Emiratisation_18d3f24d095_original_ratio.jpeg Companies with 50 or more employees are required to increase Emiratisation in skilled positions by 2 per cent annually. Photo for illustrative purpose only https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/dpg7p3an/Farida-Al-Ali Farida Al Ali https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/ezpi9id4/Abdullah-Ahli Abdullah Ahli Gulf News en 2026-06-16T13:15:12.102+04:00 New rule: UAE targets more Emiratis for private healthcare jobs Health, Health, Emiratisation https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/c0r62vk-uae-president-arrives-summit-venue-france-1.500575945 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-06/lvzp4jp7/MBZ-Sheikh-Mohammed-Bin-Zayed-Official-Photo President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan Gulf News en 2026-06-16T13:14:28.861+04:00 UAE President arrives at G7 Summit venue in France Government https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/former-lead-actor-of-kala-hiran-sonu-mishra-quits-because-of-anti-salman-khan-contract-i-was-offered-salman-khans-role-then-i-saw-the-contract-1.500575934 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/zin3ezvd/202605253801241.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/9p0wpfql/654462776185722857640156304487269606915954159n.jpg.avif Gulf News en 2026-06-16T13:07:14.275+04:00 Former lead actor of Kala Hiran Sonu Mishra quits because of anti-Salman Khan contract: 'I was offered Salman Khan's role, then I saw the contract' Entertainment, BollyWood, bollywood, Salman Khan https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/abu-dhabi-launches-dh291-million-road-project-to-improve-connectivity-in-al-ain-1.500575919 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/ikndxbl0/Dual-carraige-way.png Construction has begun on a Dh291 million dual carriageway linking Al Sarouj and Al Ain Industrial Area. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T13:00:01.881+04:00 Abu Dhabi launches Dh291 million road project to improve connectivity in Al Ain Transport, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/meet-pakistans-first-ever-player-in-fifa-world-cup-making-history-zidane-iqbal-1.500575898 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/xkj0rngc/GettyImages-1357954341.jpg.avif Zidane Iqbal, 23, currently plays for FC Utrecht after coming through United's youth system https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-10/vd0l6nwk/newsml_afp_com_20260610T040438Z_doc_b6k367l.jpeg Iraq's midfielder #14 Zidane Iqbal runs with the ball during the international friendly football match between Iraq and Venezuela at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, Illinois on June 9, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/756dx4s0/881bc860-5e9b-11f1-be30-5d712cf191bd.jpg.webp A flag on both sides, Pakistan on the right and Iraq on the left Gulf News en 2026-06-16T12:33:23.666+04:00 Meet Pakistan's first ever player in Fifa World Cup, making history: Zidane Iqbal World Cup, Pakistan, football, Pakistan, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/au-small-finance-bank-raises-fcnr-rates-to-710-boosts-end-to-end-nri-banking-proposition-1.500575818 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/8qclq2qj/AU-Small-Finance-Bank.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-16T12:22:36.877+04:00 AU Small Finance Bank raises FCNR rates to 7.10%, boosts end-to-end NRI banking proposition Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/central-banks-line-up-more-gold-buying-with-dollar-confidence-under-pressure-1.500575884 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/06/28/190628-gold-reserve_16b9f02096e_large.jpg The secrecy surrounding the operations at US Bullion Depository at Fort Knox, an Army facility, only deepens the public’s curiosity and speculation. Photo for illustrative purposes only. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T12:16:48.887+04:00 Central banks line up more gold buying with dollar confidence under pressure Banking https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/andrea-bocelli-is-coming-to-abu-dhabi-grand-prix-week-and-tickets-go-on-sale-tomorrow-1.500575875 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-12-30/b1ek1m2q/Andrea-Bocelli Andrea Bocelli https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-11/5lw4st3p/newsml_afp_com_20260611T212857Z_doc_b6tr3cd.jpeg Italian singer Andrea Bocelli and South Korean–American singer, songwriter, and record producer Ejae perform during the opening ceremony ahead of the 2026 World Cup Group A football match between Mexico and South Africa at the Mexico City Stadium in Mexico City on June 11, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T12:02:54.681+04:00 Andrea Bocelli is coming to Abu Dhabi Grand Prix week and tickets go on sale tomorrow Entertainment, Music, Things-To-Do-Events-Concerts, Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, Concert, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/dubais-difc-adds-112-billion-oak-hill-advisors-after-dfsa-approval-1.500575870 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-24/vatltb1u/DAE-Offices-DIFC.jpg DFSA announces temporary regulatory relief measures to support the DIFC financial services community Gulf News en 2026-06-16T11:59:57.630+04:00 Dubai’s DIFC adds $112 billion Oak Hill Advisors after DFSA approval Markets, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-releases-23-sea-turtles-including-a-one-flipper-survivor-named-foxy-1.500573802 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/drdit2m4/Hawksbill-turtle.png On a warm Friday morning, 23 sea turtles made their way back to the ocean from the Dubai coastline. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/yy7xsihm/HP303500_Edited.png The 23 released this week, 22 green turtles and one hawksbill, brought that number to 2,351. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/6gqlz50s/Sheikh_Fahim.png H.E. Sheikh Fahim Bin Sultan Bin Khalid Al Qasimi known as UAE's Turtle Sheikh at the release. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/obk5khoj/foxy_the_turtle_jpg.jpeg Foxy the turtle missing one flipper with the tracker https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/lm4y7bkc/Fatima_Turtle_with_the_tracker_jpg.jpeg Fatima, the biggest turtle at the release https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/399w8x6a/IMG_9644.HEIC Sheikh Fahim with Barbara Lang-Lenton https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/ppgu7kfn/HP303510Edited.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/98d2xdtx/IMG9654_JPG.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-16T11:50:31.908+04:00 Dubai releases 23 sea turtles, including missing a front flipper named Foxy UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/mubadala-buys-200-million-stake-in-uk-ireland-power-link-greenlink-1.500575855 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/10/05/power-grid_17c4fae79d3_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-16T11:46:58.171+04:00 Mubadala buys $200 million stake in UK-Ireland power link Greenlink Markets https://gulfnews.com/sport/mohammed-al-owaiss-heroics-earn-saudi-a-point-at-world-cup-1.500575847 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/tqs5bxju/newsml_afp_com_20260615T000000Z_PH_GTY_2281778204.jpeg Mohammed Al-Owais and Hassan Al-Tambakti of Saudi Arabia fist bump during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H match between Saudi Arabia and Uruguay at Miami Stadium https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/0de2awph/newsml_afp_com_20260615T225553Z_doc_b7864rg.jpeg Al-Owais frustrated Uruguay who were kept out until the 80th minute in their opening World Cup match Gulf News en 2026-06-16T11:42:14.030+04:00 Mohammed Al-Owais’s heroics earn Saudi a point at World Cup Sport, Football, World Cup, Saudi Arabia, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/watch-and-jewellery-middle-east-show-2026-draws-96000-visitors-as-regional-luxury-market-expands-1.500575751 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/wv44ti1i/Visitors-at-Sharjah-jewellery-show-2026.jpg More than 96,000 people have visited the 57th Watch and Jewellery Middle East Show in Sharjah. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T11:24:36.212+04:00 Watch and Jewellery Middle East Show 2026 draws 96,000 visitors as regional luxury market expands Retail, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/home-and-kitchen/5-best-robot-vacuum-mop-combos-to-tackle-pet-hair-in-the-uae-2026-1.500575815 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/11/29/Cat_193781ab6eb_medium.jpg We rounded up five of the best robot vacuum-mop combos available in the UAE in 2026 for homes Gulf News en 2026-06-16T11:21:18.229+04:00 5 best robot vacuum-mop combos to tackle pet hair in the UAE, 2026 BestBuys-Home-and-Kitchen https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-warns-of-five-year-jail-for-misuse-of-electronic-transactions-and-signatures-1.500575737 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/05/21/1.2138603_1932916625_16adaf09ec7_large.jpg Saudi Arabia's Public Prosecution has warned that the misuse of electronic transactions and electronic signatures is punishable by up to five years' imprisonment and a fine of up to SR5 million. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T11:05:13.140+04:00 Saudi Arabia warns of five-year jail for misuse of electronic transactions and signatures Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/when-will-toy-story-5-release-in-uae-everything-to-know-about-pixars-nostalgia-filled-sequel-1.500575788 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-13/danueynl/Toy-story-5.PNG Gulf News en 2026-06-16T10:47:58.131+04:00 When will Toy Story 5 release in UAE? Everything to know about Pixar's nostalgia-filled sequel Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/disclosure-day-review-spielbergs-nostalgic-sci-fi-epic-that-plays-it-too-safe-1.500575761 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-09/5sz8cuii/preview.jpg This image released by Universal Pictures shows Colman Domingo, from left, Tommy Martinez, Emily Blunt and Josh O'Connor in a scene from "Disclosure Day." Gulf News en 2026-06-16T10:41:47.558+04:00 Disclosure Day review: Spielberg’s nostalgic sci-fi epic that plays it too safe Entertainment, Movie-Reviews, HollyWood, hollywood, movies, Movie review https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/who-is-sarpreet-singh-the-indian-origin-ex-bayern-munich-player-at-world-cup-2026-1.500575777 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/zgoiuq2s/newsml_afp_com_20260616T010948Z_doc_b78a2a9.jpeg New Zealand's forward #10 Sarpreet Singh and Iran's defender #05 Milad Mohammadi fight for the ball during the 2026 World Cup Group G football match between Iran and New Zealand at Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood on June 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/zgoiuq2s/newsml_afp_com_20260616T010948Z_doc_b78a2a9.jpeg New Zealand's forward #10 Sarpreet Singh and Iran's defender #05 Milad Mohammadi fight for the ball during the 2026 World Cup Group G football match between Iran and New Zealand at Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood on June 15, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T10:29:41.387+04:00 Who is Sarpreet Singh? The Indian-origin ex-Bayern Munich player at World Cup 2026 World Cup, football https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/why-turning-off-your-ac-when-youre-away-could-be-a-mistake-during-uae-summers-risks-and-ideal-temperature-1.500540575 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/ctrw0ywh/shutterstock2217931643.jpg The pattern is consistent: dry throat, nasal congestion, sneezing, headaches, dry eyes, fatigue and occasional muscle stiffness after prolonged exposure. In some cases, coughing or sinus irritation appears when air is overly cold or poorly filtered. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-15/e9y8trxi/dinesh.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/zqdfeae8/shutterstock1216510510.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-15/350127vl/harris.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/9qgwnq1y/shutterstock735115708.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-15/sp2029pw/amandeep.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-15/i2op2r88/Dr.-Beena.png Gulf News en 2026-06-16T10:17:10.739+04:00 Why turning off your AC when you're away could be a mistake during UAE summers: Risks and ideal temperature Lifestyle, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/india-temporarily-bans-telegram-ahead-of-neet-re-exam-to-prevent-paper-leaks-1.500575772 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/08/29/20240829-telegram_1919eef2c5c_large.jpg Restrictions will remain until June 22 as authorities target exam fraud. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T10:16:20.098+04:00 India temporarily bans Telegram ahead of NEET re-exam to prevent paper leaks India, Media https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/dubai-gold-stays-above-dh520-after-wild-june-swing-from-dh542-to-dh492-1.500575767 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-17/lk47g8ya/Stock-Gold-Dubai-2025 Deira Gold Souk, Dubai Gulf News en 2026-06-16T10:13:05.159+04:00 Dubai gold stays above Dh520 after wild June swing from Dh542 to Dh492 Retail, UAE Gold, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/business/property/abu-dhabis-dh55-billion-ppp-plan-could-bring-private-money-into-24-public-projects-1.500575739 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-23/s3x186k1/Abudhabiskyline-2026 Abu dhabi skyline Gulf News en 2026-06-16T09:38:41.150+04:00 Abu Dhabi’s Dh55 billion PPP plan could bring private money into 24 public projects Property, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-unveils-middle-easts-largest-national-tennis-centre-to-boost-sporting-ambitions-1.500575714 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/t87cys36/National-Tennis-Centre.webp The complex, currently under construction in Qiddiya City, west of Riyadh, will feature 30 courts, including 28 hard courts and two clay courts, and is being designed by international sports architecture firm Populous. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T09:32:34.117+04:00 Saudi Arabia unveils Middle East’s largest national tennis centre to boost sporting ambitions Saudi, Tennis, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/arab-celebs/renowned-turkish-actress-ece-irtem-dies-at-35-one-day-after-celebrating-birthday-1.500575697 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/9yc5zuph/Turkish-actress.webp Turkish actress Ece Irtem gained widespread recognition for her role as Isil in One Love, a Turkish television drama that attracted a large audience, establishing herself as one of the country’s emerging screen talents. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T09:30:46.383+04:00 Renowned Turkish actress Ece Irtem dies at 35 one day after celebrating birthday Arab-Celebs, Mena, Turkey https://gulfnews.com/world/nearly-11-billion-children-exposed-to-three-or-more-climate-risks-unicef-1.500575552 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-31/wbc74xij/preview.jpg Displaced children and families from el-Fasher at a displacement camp where they sought refuge from fighting between government forces and the RSF, in Tawila, Darfur region, Sudan. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T09:24:07.674+04:00 Nearly 1.1 billion children exposed to three or more climate risks: UNICEF World https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/kala-hiran-row-makers-serve-legal-notice-to-govind-namdev-as-salman-khan-moves-court-1.500575702 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/31shq1zp/kalahiran.webp Gulf News en 2026-06-16T09:12:11.042+04:00 Kala Hiran row: Makers serve legal notice to Govind Namdev as Salman Khan moves court Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/8-killed-as-b-52-bomber-crashes-during-test-flight-at-california-air-force-base-1.500575716 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/arpp3j7e/preview.jpg This image taken from video provided by KABC shows law enforcement responding to the scene of an aircraft crash, Monday, June 15, 2026, near Edwards Air Force Base, Calif. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/2y5zgzpv/ANI_20260616010658.jpg Representative image (Photo/@USAFCENT) Gulf News en 2026-06-16T09:12:09.831+04:00 8 killed as B-52 bomber crashes during test flight at California Air Force base Americas, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/magnitude-67-earthquake-jolts-indonesias-palu-city-in-central-sulawesi-province-1.500575713 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/wkv3nwz1/volcano-discovery-indon.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/wkv3nwz1/volcano-discovery-indon.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-16T09:09:18.557+04:00 Magnitude 6.7 earthquake jolts Indonesia’s Central Sulawesi province Asia https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/diney-borges-meet-the-uae-pro-league-defender-behind-cape-verdes-heroics-against-spain-1.500575711 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/1j1099fh/newsml_afp_com_20260615T000000Z_PH_GTY_2281744385.jpeg Diney Borges #3 of Cabo Verde interacts with Lamine Yamal #19 of Spain during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H match between Spain and Cabo Verde at Atlanta Stadium on June 15, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/1j1099fh/newsml_afp_com_20260615T000000Z_PH_GTY_2281744385.jpeg Diney Borges #3 of Cabo Verde interacts with Lamine Yamal #19 of Spain during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H match between Spain and Cabo Verde at Atlanta Stadium on June 15, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T09:05:40.164+04:00 Diney Borges: Meet the UAE Pro League defender behind Cape Verde's heroics against Spain World Cup, football https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/uae-traffic-alert-accident-on-sheikh-zayed-road-towards-abu-dhabi-motorists-urged-to-take-caution-1.500575692 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/ik9wxqzy/gulfnews2026-06-05hkp8itzktraffo.avif Gulf News en 2026-06-16T08:41:23.099+04:00 UAE traffic alert: Accident on Sheikh Zayed Road towards Abu Dhabi today Transport https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/from-50000-to-5-million-followers-vozinha-broke-down-after-spain-heroics-and-revealed-us-visa-issue-1.500575685 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/zopegz5o/newsml_afp_com_20260615T181012Z_doc_b77k3wz.jpeg Cape Verde's goalkeeper #01 Vozinha celebrates at the end of the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Cape Verde at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/1ku4paoc/newsml_afp_com_20260615T181356Z_doc_b77k3wg.jpeg Cape Verde's goalkeeper #01 Vozinha celebrates with his national flag at the end of the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Cape Verde at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T08:40:52.865+04:00 From 50,000 to 5 million followers: Vozinha broke down after Spain heroics and revealed US visa issue World Cup, Football, football https://gulfnews.com/your-money/saving-investment/indian-rupee-pakistani-rupee-and-philippine-peso-stay-soft-lifting-dirham-value-for-expats-should-you-remit-now-1.500301712 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-18/mb41fbml/_1x_1.jpg Planning on remitting Indian rupee, Pakistan rupee or Philippine peso? Here’s how you can take advantage of remittance-beneficial rates and when. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T08:31:15.138+04:00 Indian rupee, Pakistani rupee and Philippine peso stay soft, lifting dirham value for expats. Should you remit now? YourMoney-Saving-Investment, Pakistan, Philippines, India, Markets, Pakistan, Indian Rupee, india, Philippines, Philippine peso, UAE remittance https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/whats-the-safest-way-to-wash-rice-before-cooking-heres-what-research-says-1.500575659 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/0a5vquat/pexels-robert-moutongoh-85162690-8923092.jpg Rinsing rice may help reduce surface contaminants such as arsenic and microplastics, with minimal nutritional impact for most people. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T08:28:03.217+04:00 What’s the safest way to wash rice before cooking? Here’s what new research says Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/technology/philippines-economic-security-zone-at-new-clark-city-what-you-need-to-know-about-pax-silica-why-it-matters-1.500575647 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/vn2d6ohe/Screenshot-2026-06-16-at-11.45.24-AM.png Pax Silica: An artist's conception of the planned Economic Security Zone (ESZ), a flagship project under the US-led Pax Silica initiative, at the New Clark City, in Pampanga, 1 hour by car from Manila. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T08:20:07.837+04:00 Philippines: Economic Security Zone at New Clark City — Pax Silica, why it matters Technology, Asia, Americas, Philippines https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/safety-security/uaes-most-dangerous-cyber-threat-why-credential-phishing-is-getting-harder-to-detect-1.500575517 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/aya6c2bf/cyber_attack__cyber_security__hacking__hacker_176381b2c45_original_ratio.jpg The UAE Cybersecurity Council has reported that more than 75% of cyber breaches in the country begin with phishing emails or fraudulent messages, cementing credential theft as the single most common entry point for attackers. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/54vv7aq0/Kenan_Abu_Lteif___Regional_Lead__Middle_East_and_Turkey_at_Proofpoint.jpg Kenan Abu Ltaif, Regional Lead, Middle East and Turkey at Proofpoint Gulf News en 2026-06-16T08:00:00.000+04:00 UAE's most dangerous cyber threat: Why credential phishing is getting harder to detect Living-Safety-Security, Living-Telephone-Internet, UAE, Technology, UAE, cybercrime https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/sanchita-ugale-death-film-body-demands-investigation-friend-recalls-her-depression-struggles-1.500575640 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/2ghmw1t2/sanchita.avif AICWA President Suresh Shyamlal Gupta has written to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, urging the government to order a high-level inquiry and ensure justice for the actor’s family. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T07:52:59.425+04:00 Sanchita Ugale death: Film body demands investigation; friend recalls her depression struggles Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/iran-fights-back-twice-to-earn-2-2-draw-with-new-zealand-in-world-cup-opener-1.500575631 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/6fnria95/Mohammad-Mohebi-Iran-vs-New-Zealand.15-AM.png Mohammad Mohebi heads home the equaliser in the 63rd minute from a cross by Ramin Rezaeian at SoFi Stadium in Californian during their FIFA World Cup opener vs New New Zealand. Rezaeian finished with a goal and an assist. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T07:31:25.891+04:00 Iran fights back twice to earn 2-2 draw with New Zealand in World Cup opener World Cup https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-and-iran-reach-initial-deal-to-open-strait-of-hormuz-and-extend-ceasefire-1.500574453 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/bu41zljk/newsml_afp_com_20260615T151627Z_doc_b76t4qw.jpeg US President Donald Trump waves as he arrives for the G7 summit, in Evian, eastern France, on June 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/hfzouupb/newsml_afp_com_20260615T112852Z_doc_b74n2py.jpeg Macron speaking during an interview as part of French TV channel TF1's news broadcast on the sidelines of the G7 summit. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-21/nc74ubi5/20260407004.JPG Esmaeil Baqaei Gulf News en 2026-06-16T07:23:14.512+04:00 US-Iran deal: Trump, Vance and Ghalibaf electronically sign agreement; Hormuz to be ‘completely open’ Friday Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/ask-us/uae-public-holidays-2026-when-is-the-next-day-off-after-islamic-new-year-1.500555678 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-27/clgektad/STAFFNAT_260527_Eid_Celebrations_VSAKLANI_171779909365969.jpg Huge crowd during Eid Al Adha celebrations at Dubai mall fountain area. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T07:17:12.804+04:00 UAE public holidays 2026: When is the next day off? Living-Ask-Us, UAE, UAE Public holidays https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/netflix-doubles-down-on-the-hockey-romance-genre-after-off-campus-rage-icebreaker-series-next-in-queue-1.500575611 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-30/tlopzpm3/offcampus.webp Off Campus is streaming on Amazon Prime. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T07:16:48.888+04:00 Netflix doubles down on the hockey romance genre after Off Campus rage: Icebreaker series next in queue Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/release-of-25-billion-return-of-nuclear-experts-to-iran-set-what-we-know-so-far-about-us-iran-deal-terms-1.500575546 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-20/peca3kfo/Ships-at-Anchor-in-the-Strait-of-Hormuz-off-Omans-northern-coast.-AFP.avif File photo shows ships at Anchor in the Strait of Hormuz, off Oman's northern coast. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T07:06:35.184+04:00 Release of $25 billion, return of nuclear experts to Iran set: What we know so far about US-Iran deal terms Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/future-of-digital-infrastructure-will-depend-on-trust-resilience-and-collaboration-1.500575389 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/2mur3etx/IMG-20260612-WA0028.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/u85feedr/DR-KUWAITI.jpeg Dr. Mohamed Al-Kuwaiti, Head of Cybersecurity, UAE Government https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/m4nad9vt/DANIEL-VALLE.jpg Daniel Valle, CEO of SCC Middle East https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/4hzw6soo/Adnan-Ali-Hassan-Al-Hosani.jpg Dr. Eng. Adnan Ali Hassan Al Hosani, Director of Electricity and Energy Trade Department at the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/j2lslywj/PIYUSH-MEHTA.jpg Piyush Mehta, Chief Executive Officer of Data Dynamics https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/7px0jhh9/mansoor-khan.jpeg Mansoor Khan, Chief Technology Officer at Neurovia AI Gulf News en 2026-06-16T07:00:00.000+04:00 Future of digital infrastructure will depend on trust, resilience and collaboration GN Focus, GN-Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-highs-to-reach-47c-inland-despite-slight-cooling-trend-1.500575591 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2012/5/23/1_16a081f8250.1026849_3992466947_16a081f8250_large.jpg Windy and dusty conditions are expected across the UAE. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T06:25:28.466+04:00 UAE weather: Highs to reach 47°C inland despite slight cooling trend Weather, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/meet-the-emirati-in-dubai-caring-for-30-cats-outside-his-home-how-he-rescues-animals-from-the-desert-and-parks-1.500575335 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/pvwgazuq/Untitled-design-3.jpg Abdulkarim Ismail Al Zarouni is the co-founder of Amal CSR, a UAE-based initiative. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/kbt1kawe/cat1.jpeg “We used to see so many abandoned, dumped cats when we were growing up,” recalls Abdulkarim. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/kfvqu3x4/cats1.jpeg In 2024, he and his partner launched Amal CSR, a UAE-based initiative focused on animal welfare and sustainability Gulf News en 2026-06-16T06:00:00.000+04:00 Meet the Emirati in Dubai caring for 30 cats outside his home: How he rescues animals from the desert and parks UAE, United in Strength, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/technology/which-countries-are-banning-social-media-for-children-1.500575457 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/zk5bu4hj/shutterstock1971640259.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-16T06:00:00.000+04:00 Which countries are banning social media for children? Technology, social media, Meta https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/uruguays-maxi-araujo-scores-equaliser-in-1-1-world-cup-draw-with-saudi-arabia-1.500575557 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/n9h1ufyz/preview.jpg Uruguay's Maxi Araujo celebrates scoring his side's opening goal against Saudi Arabia during a World Cup Group H soccer match in Miami Gardens, Fla., Monday, June 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky) Gulf News en 2026-06-16T05:46:30.008+04:00 Uruguay's Maxi Araujo scores equaliser in 1-1 World Cup draw with Saudi Arabia world cup saudi arabia uruguay score https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/cuba-quantifies-impact-of-us-oil-blockade-on-childrens-health-daily-life-1.500575480 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/6uzzi1x2/preview.jpg A man welds a door in Havana, Cuba, Tuesday, June 9, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T05:32:10.849+04:00 Cuba quantifies impact of US oil blockade on children's health, daily life cuba us oil embargo blockade healthcare https://gulfnews.com/world/us-iran-agreement-important-for-world-peace-economy-french-president-macron-1.500575543 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/08/25/G7-summit-Trump-Macron_16cc9d85d6e_large.jpg France's President Emmanuel Macron (L) and US President Donald Trump attend a working session on "International Economy and Trade, and International Security Agenda" in Biarritz, south-west France, on the second day of the annual G7 Summit attended by the leaders of the world's seven richest democracies, Britain, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan and the United States. File photo taken on August 25, 2019. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T05:28:29.537+04:00 US-Iran agreement important for world peace, economy: French President Macron World, Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/what-to-know-about-alpha-gal-syndrome-the-life-threatening-meat-allergy-caused-by-tick-bites-1.500573612 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/m3fncyva/preview.jpg This photo provided by the US Centers for Disease Control shows an adult female lone star tick crawling on a blade of grass in 2023. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/l2hsj1co/Screenshot-2026-06-16-at-9.08.36-AM.png Gulf News en 2026-06-16T05:02:14.038+04:00 What to know about alpha-gal syndrome, the life-threatening meat allergy caused by tick bites alphagal syndrome tick bite meat allergy https://gulfnews.com/opinion/philippines-the-bulacan-airport-debate-between-environmental-caution-and-infrastructure-urgency-1.500575563 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/qscyksei/An_artist_s_renderin_1745335c490_original_ratio.jpg An artist's rendering of Manila's second international airport, planned in Bulacan, north of the Philippine capital. It is planned to have a mass rail system link to ensure easy connectivity. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-14/qpptt5y6/NMIA-location-Map-Picture.jpeg A picture of a map showing the location of the New Manila International Airport in Bulacan. That area is just about 4 km north of Navotas, which will be covered by a proposed extension of the Roxas Boulevard northward. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T04:56:24.730+04:00 Philippines: The Bulacan airport debate — between environmental caution and infrastructure urgency Opinion, Philippines, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/business/property/dubais-palm-jebel-ali-villas-head-for-first-handovers-this-year-1.500569799 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-10/ja7p7us5/Palm-Jebel-Ali-Aerial-Render.jpg Palm Jebel Ali https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-10/khnig7c4/Palm-Jebel-Ali-Cyan-Sky-Villa.jpg Palm Jebel Ali Cyan Sky Villa https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-10/t5pde8dg/Palm-Jebel-Ali-Aerial-Palm-Jebel-Ali-Bluejay-Villa.jpg Palm Jebel Ali Aerial https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-10/1owrxl2z/Khalid_Al_Malik_Chief_Executive_Officer_of_Dubai_Holding_Real_Estate.jpg Khalid Al Malik - Chief Executive Officer of Dubai Holding Real Estate https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-19/pclbd2w6/Stock_Dubai_Islands_Villas_18dcac2f663_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-16T04:00:00.000+04:00 Dubai’s Palm Jebel Ali villas head for first handovers this year Property, Dubai property https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/venezuela-inks-deal-with-general-electric-to-rebuild-grid-1.500575537 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/03/12/STOCK-Caracas--Venezuela_1782516c8f6_large.jpg A view of Caracas, Venezuela. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T03:58:37.270+04:00 Venezuela inks deal with General Electric to rebuild grid Energy, Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/drone-strikes-kill-over-1000-civilians-in-sudan-in-the-first-5-months-of-2026-un-rights-chief-says-1.500575012 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/v11vkxk6/preview.jpg UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk speaks to the media, at the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) Palais Wilson, in Geneva, Switzerland, Wednesday, June 10, 2026. (Martial Trezzini/Keystone via AP) Gulf News en 2026-06-16T03:55:43.619+04:00 Drone strikes kill over 1,000 civilians in Sudan in the first 5 months of 2026, UN rights chief says sudan deaths 2026 https://gulfnews.com/sport/del-toro-seals-tour-auvergne-rhône-alpes-title-with-second-consecutive-summit-victory-1.500575520 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/epjcmb9f/6m204m3v1ka16qypo.jpg Isaac Del Toro: His victory adds another major stage-race success to a breakthrough 2026 campaign that has already included overall victories at the UAE Tour and Tirreno-Adriatico. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T03:30:50.778+04:00 Del Toro seals Tour Auvergne – Rhone-Alpes title with second consecutive summit victory Sport https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/egypt-eu-join-forces-on-690-million-clean-energy-grid-investment-1.500575519 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/10/18/20221018-solar-plant_183ec23f6ba_large.jpg Egypt is garnering plenty of interest from clean-energy investors, many of who see it as a prime location to build wind and solar farms and green-hydrogen plants. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T03:15:27.400+04:00 Egypt, EU join forces on €690 million clean-energy grid investment Energy, Africa, Europe https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/as-iran-chases-world-cup-its-us-diaspora-holds-protests-and-watch-parties-1.500574514 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/yjtvkypk/preview.jpg People protest outside Los Angeles Stadium before the World Cup Group G soccer match between Iran and New Zealand in Inglewood, Calif., near Los Angeles, Monday, June 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong) Gulf News en 2026-06-16T03:05:30.778+04:00 As Iran chases the World Cup, its US diaspora is divided between protesting and cheering iran protest world cup https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/eight-feared-dead-as-us-bomber-crashes-in-california-military-1.500575477 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-13/p3g0ayax/newsml_afp_com_20260313T103933Z_doc_a34k628.jpeg A US Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bomber lands at RAF Fairford in south-west England on March 13, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T02:49:24.758+04:00 Eight feared dead as US bomber crashes in California: military Americas https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/oil-prices-crash-sell-off-comes-after-usiran-de-escalation-preliminary-peace-framework-1.500575510 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-11/oebfomxi/202606113821053.jpeg US-Iran de-escalation has pushed Murban crude oil to $76.81/barrel as of June 16, 2026 (6.59am in Tokyo). https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/mnm7ub5y/Oil-price-2026-06-16-at-9.54.48-PM.png Crude oil rates as of 1.55pm GMT on Tuesday (June 16, 2026). https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/4srfpq4h/Oil-prices-June-16.png Oil prices as of 6.59am on Tuesday (June 16) in Tokyo. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T02:11:02.173+04:00 Oil prices crash: Sell-off comes after US–Iran de-escalation, preliminary peace framework Energy https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/hormuz-passage-limited-underwater-mine-threat-war-risk-insurance-remain-high-1.500575500 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-25/qksnb7rz/naval-mines.jpg The IRGC has reportedly deployed Maham-3 and Maham-7 naval mines to impose control over passage through the narrow Strait of Hormuz. Even a small number of mines can disrupt global shipping, making rapid detection and clearance essential. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/qujlapt5/Screenshot-2026-06-16-at-6.37.59-AM.png GETTING BUSIER: Ships transiting through the Strait of Hormuz as of 10.30pm GMT (June 15, 2026), as shown by online global ship tracking site Marine Traffic. Gulf News en 2026-06-16T01:38:14.842+04:00 Hormuz passage: Underwater mine threat, war-risk insurance remain high Mena, Energy https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-air-force-b-52-crashes-shortly-after-takeoff-in-california-1.500575467 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/pbaqhaw6/HK4P-sMXUAAFoIk.jpg Edwards airfield shut, flights diverted after B-52 goes down on runway Gulf News en 2026-06-16T00:05:22.201+04:00 US Air Force B-52 crashes shortly after takeoff in California Americas, Plane Crash, America https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/etihads-biggest-summer-yet-300-daily-flights-new-routes-and-returning-favourites-1.500575460 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/977s7nvw/newss.PNG 10% more capacity than last summer, supported by 23 additional aircraft and continued network expansion Gulf News en 2026-06-16T00:00:32.323+04:00 Etihad’s biggest summer yet: 300+ daily flights, new routes and returning favourites Aviation https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-emerges-stronger-and-more-confident-following-us-iran-understanding-says-gargash-1.500575454 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/g0scnnye/Gargash Gargash says the UAE had consistently supported an immediate and comprehensive cessation of hostilities, respect for state sovereignty and the principles of good neighbourliness. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T23:32:22.320+04:00 UAE emerges stronger and more confident following US-Iran understanding, says Gargash UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/zelensky-says-offered-to-meet-putin-in-us-during-call-with-trump-2-1.500575451 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/b5s63fjj/newsml_afp_com_20260504T082402Z_doc_a9pu6q8.jpeg Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky attends the 8th European Political Community (EPC) summit in Yerevan on May 4, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T23:13:04.566+04:00 Zelensky says offered to meet Putin in US during call with Trump Americas, Ukraine, Russia https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/uk-charges-indian-captain-over-seized-russian-shadow-tanker-1.500575439 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-14/e79rf2nx/preview.jpg In this photo provided by the Royal Navy, Royal Marine Commandos detain sanctioned tanker, the Smyrtos, in the English Channel, Sunday, June 14, 2026. (LPhot Hutchins/Royal Navy via AP) Gulf News en 2026-06-15T22:59:04.468+04:00 UK charges Indian captain over seized Russian shadow tanker Europe, Europe https://gulfnews.com/uae/barakah-nuclear-plant-attack-condemned-global-warning-over-safety-issued-1.500575399 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/lh3n70el/Barakah_17fbaefb932_original_ratio.jpg Global coalition condemns drone strike, warns of grave nuclear safety risks Gulf News en 2026-06-15T22:26:09.996+04:00 Barakah nuclear plant attack condemned, global warning over safety issued UAE, Mena, UAE, iran nuclear programme, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/fifa-world-cup-2026-spain-held-to-goalless-draw-by-cape-verde-1.500575403 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/omwpyzsk/newsml_afp_com_20260615T175802Z_doc_b77h28l.jpeg Spain's defender #22 Pau Cubarsi (R) misses the ball during the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Cape Verde at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/43ioceac/newsml_afp_com_20260615T180628Z_doc_b77g8lu.jpeg Spain's forward #21 Mikel Oyarzabal (2ndL) is comforted by Cape Verde's midfielder #06 Kevin Pina (R) at the end of the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Cape Verde at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/8gou8mx1/preview.jpg Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha (1) makes a save during the World Cup Group H soccer match between Spain and Cape Verde in Atlanta, Monday, June 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/y2tvafjt/newsml_afp_com_20260615T181720Z_doc_b77g8kt.jpeg Cape Verde's goalkeeper #01 Vozinha (C) is congratulated by staff and teammates at the end of the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Cape Verde at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/1qft8l1w/newsml_afp_com_20260615T181501Z_doc_b77h28p.jpeg Spain's defender #22 Pau Cubarsi (R) misses the ball during the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Cape Verde at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/1ku4paoc/newsml_afp_com_20260615T181356Z_doc_b77k3wg.jpeg Cape Verde's goalkeeper #01 Vozinha celebrates with his national flag at the end of the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Cape Verde at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/pyjd5g2c/newsml_afp_com_20260615T180703Z_doc_b77g8lw.jpeg Spain's forward #21 Mikel Oyarzabal (down) reacts as Cape Verde's players celebrate at the end of the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Cape Verde at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/3477l6dn/newsml_afp_com_20260615T175913Z_doc_b77h28m.jpeg Spain's defender #22 Pau Cubarsi (R) misses the ball during the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Cape Verde at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/aq5q8ldn/newsml_afp_com_20260615T175237Z_doc_b77h27n.jpeg Cape Verde's goalkeeper #01 Vozinha (L) holds the ball in front of Spain's forward #17 Nico Williams (R) during the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Cape Verde at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/u6pvceqz/newsml_afp_com_20260615T174320Z_doc_b77h269.jpeg Cape Verde's defender #22 Steven Moreira (L) and Spain's defender #12 Pedro Porro (R) fight for the ball during the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Cape Verde at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/l7l9b57v/newsml_afp_com_20260615T173838Z_doc_b77f8bb.jpeg Cape Verde's goalkeeper #01 Vozinha (3rdL) makes a save during the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Cape Verde at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T22:11:17.842+04:00 FIFA World Cup 2026: Spain held to goalless draw by Cape Verde World Cup, football, FIFA World Cup, spain https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-leaders-extend-hijri-new-year-greetings-and-prayers-for-prosperity-1.500575364 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/9r3yj5n5/MBZMBR UAE leaders extended their greetings to Muslims around the world on the occasion of the Hijri New Year, expressing hopes for peace, stability and prosperity in the year ahead. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T21:54:02.893+04:00 UAE leaders extend Hijri New Year greetings and prayers for prosperity UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/what-did-trump-say-about-us-iran-deal-and-strait-of-hormuz-reopening-1.500575379 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/wo6prule/newsml_afp_com_20260615T173804Z_doc_b77f8bk.jpeg US President Donald Trump arrives for the official greeting during the G7 summit, in Evian, eastern France, on June 15, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T21:53:39.824+04:00 What did Trump say about US-Iran deal and Strait of Hormuz reopening? Americas, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/how-can-you-protect-yourself-from-the-extreme-summer-heat-1.500575355 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/nzvnki36/IMG5602.jpeg Practical steps to avoid heatstroke, dehydration and other summer health risks Gulf News en 2026-06-15T21:26:22.031+04:00 How can you protect yourself from the extreme summer heat? UAE, Summer https://gulfnews.com/uae/edge-and-safran-sign-strategic-cooperation-deal-to-expand-defence-and-aerospace-collaboration-1.500575269 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/d970jhzl/dxu04m4r1ka1ftkpn.jpg EDGE Group, Safran seal strategic agreement in aerospace, defence Gulf News en 2026-06-15T21:22:10.411+04:00 EDGE and Safran sign strategic cooperation deal to expand defence and aerospace collaboration UAE, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/uae/20-million-egyptian-students-join-arab-reading-challenge-1.500575319 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/9us5rk78/nngv.PNG Massive turnout in Arab Reading Challenge reflects Egypt’s culture of reading Gulf News en 2026-06-15T20:47:52.616+04:00 20 million Egyptian students join Arab Reading Challenge UAE, Education, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/video-vaibhav-sooryavanshi-in-heated-on-field-altercation-after-india-a-super-over-loss-1.500575246 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/41q61psr/HK3Kt5cbgAA0L0R.jpg Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Tilak Varma get into a verbal fight with Sri Lanka A players in Super Over drama in their clash in the Gulf News en 2026-06-15T20:02:19.194+04:00 Video: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in heated on-field altercation after India A Super Over loss Cricket, cricket, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/hormuz-reopening-sanctions-relief-remain-disputed-in-us-iran-deal-framework-1.500575143 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-11/9teq6vsk/Hormuz-strait.jpg A geotagged map showing the absence of tanker traffic on the Strait of Hormuz with US President Donald Trump (inset). Gulf News en 2026-06-15T19:11:19.638+04:00 Trump says 'let the oil flow', but Hormuz still largely shut Americas, Mena, Gulf, Donald Trump, americas, Gulf, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-introduces-new-maritime-law-to-enhance-safety-tighten-rules-for-vessels-1.500575194 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-14/y9ve8p3m/Kuwait New regulations tighten control over maritime facilities and floating units Gulf News en 2026-06-15T18:48:14.198+04:00 Kuwait introduces new maritime law to enhance safety, tighten rules for vessels Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/tunisia-sack-sabri-lamouchi-after-5-1-world-cup-defeat-to-sweden-1.500575160 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-13/xaedi03z/newsml_afp_com_20260613T215605Z_doc_b6z29mz.jpeg Tunisia's French head coach Sabri Lamouchi gives a press conference on the eve of Tunisia's 2026 World Cup football tournament Group F football match against Sweden at Monterrey Stadium in Monterrey, Mexico on June 13, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T18:36:07.192+04:00 Tunisia sack Sabri Lamouchi after 5-1 World Cup defeat to Sweden World Cup, football, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/what-uae-residents-are-saying-about-us-iran-peace-deal-1.500575100 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/mw8e704l/expats.jpeg Clockwise from top left: Gyan Raut, Ashley Segovia, Birendra Pariyar, Islam Abouebid, Naomi Mbugua, and Kabil Gangu https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/7gl5kork/Kabil-Gangu.jpeg Kabil Gangu, an Indian chief executive engineer https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/1ecdat09/Gyan-Bahadur-Raut.jpeg Gyan Raut, a Nepali mechanic https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/8u0hhalf/Naomi-Wanjiru-Mbugua.jpeg Naomi Mbugua, a Kenyan children’s coordinator https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/336orebv/Islam-Abouebid.jpeg Islam Abouebid, an Egyptian beach butler https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/sozh6hlp/Birendra-Pariyar.jpeg Birendra Pariyar, a Nepali catering assistant https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/5gsnypa5/Ashley-Louise-Segovia.jpeg Ashley Segovia, a Filipina kids club coordinator Gulf News en 2026-06-15T17:59:28.318+04:00 What UAE residents are saying about US-Iran peace deal people, United in Strength, UAE, UAE, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-reopens-terminal-4-for-select-gulf-international-flights-1.500575118 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/kvj45ftz/HK2-5UFWUAAq6JX.jpg Move aims to ensure safe, efficient operations for returning airlines Gulf News en 2026-06-15T17:53:06.281+04:00 Kuwait reopens Terminal 4 for select Gulf, international flights Kuwait, Aviation, Kuwait, travel https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/shigella-outbreak-in-kerala-seven-year-old-dies-fourth-death-this-year-1.500575098 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-09/gc36zccv/202606093818809.jpg Shigella outbreak: Kerala health officials on alert as shigella infections climb, infants among critical Gulf News en 2026-06-15T17:41:25.208+04:00 Shigella outbreak in Kerala: Seven-year-old dies, fourth death this year India, india, Health https://gulfnews.com/sport/new-zealand-face-sri-lanka-in-icc-t20-womens-world-cup-1.500575056 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/abuyb3kl/ChatGPT-Image-Jun-15-2026-051022-PM.png New Zealand and Sri Lanka battle it out at Women's World Cup Gulf News en 2026-06-15T17:14:22.074+04:00 New Zealand face Sri Lanka in ICC T20 Women's World Cup Sport, Cricket, cricket, Sri Lanka, New Zealand https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-president-to-participate-in-g7-summit-hosted-by-france-1.500575054 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-24/8xj5ov13/qlz040fq1ka14rgpo.jpg UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan Gulf News en 2026-06-15T17:13:21.862+04:00 UAE President to participate in G7 Summit hosted by France Government, Europe https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-president-discusses-bilateral-ties-and-regional-developments-with-president-sisi-1.500574980 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/exz0kyb9/m5904me21ka1aubpn.jpg UAE, Egypt vow closer coordination on Middle East security and peace efforts Gulf News en 2026-06-15T17:08:55.175+04:00 UAE President discusses bilateral ties and regional developments with President Sisi Government, Mena, UAE, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/akal-takht-declares-punjab-cm-bhagwant-mann-anti-guru-asks-sikh-community-to-shun-him-1.500575045 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/ft63gke6/mann.gif The decision comes after Mann (pictured) appeared before the Takht on January 15 over allegations related to a video in which a person resembling him was seen pouring alcohol over images of Sikh Gurus. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T17:03:18.258+04:00 Akal Takht declares Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann ‘anti-Guru’, asks Sikh community to shun him India, india https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/dubai-draws-562-new-british-firms-as-uk-trade-grows-91-1.500575020 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-06/zyzlxhdt/Tejal-shah.jpg Dubai’s skyline frames an aircraft taking off from Dubai Airport. Captured by Tejal Shah. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T16:45:57.342+04:00 Dubai draws 562 new British firms as UK trade grows 91% Markets, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/sport/motorsport/how-hamilton-rebuilt-his-mind-to-tame-the-prancing-horse-1.500575007 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/8g8oj309/61.jpg Ferrari's British driver Lewis Hamilton celebrates after winning the Catalonia Formula One Grand Prix at the Circuit de Catalunya in Montmelo, on the outskirts of Barcelona. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T16:32:31.747+04:00 How Hamilton 'rebuilt' his mind to tame the Prancing Horse Motorsport https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/payasam-spills-on-kerala-minister-during-free-bus-scheme-launch-1.500574999 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/frl77mm0/payasam.webp The incident happened during the rollout of the “Priyadarshini” scheme, which offers free travel for women and transgender persons on ordinary Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) buses. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T16:32:28.490+04:00 Payasam spills on Kerala minister during free bus scheme launch India, kerala, india https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-to-host-global-ai-dialogue-on-anticipatory-humanitarian-action-1.500574988 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/kmjuxr65/IMG5599.jpeg High-level talks to align AI innovation with strained global humanitarian resources Gulf News en 2026-06-15T16:28:48.666+04:00 UAE to host global AI dialogue on anticipatory humanitarian action UAE, AI, technology, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/us-iran-deal-sends-oil-lower-and-lifts-gold-stocks-and-bitcoin-1.500574957 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-18/iz2w77jt/newsml_afp_com_20251118T000000Z_PH_GTY_2247296716.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-14/nqlissub/Screenshot-2026-06-15-at-5.25.46-AM.png A view of the Strait of Hormuz https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-17/ffszhpoo/DubaiGold Gold slips in Dubai as Hormuz tensions and inflation fears build. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-04/xb63kkcy/newsml_afp_com_20260604T000000Z_PH_GTY_2279812417.jpeg Stock market numbers are displayed on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange during morning trading on June 04, 2026 in New York City. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T16:14:16.129+04:00 US-Iran deal sends oil lower and lifts gold, stocks and Bitcoin Markets, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/emergencies/uae-motorist-alert-accident-on-dubaisharjah-road-causes-delays-2-1.500574977 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/xdb40r92/traffo.jpg Dubai Police urge caution, advise motorists to seek alternative routes Gulf News en 2026-06-15T16:13:04.043+04:00 UAE motorist alert: Accident on Dubai–Sharjah road causes delays emergencies, Sharjah, Dubai Police, Accidents https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/pranit-more-rs-370-biryani-row-munawar-faruqui-urges-end-to-outrage-after-fir-job-loss-and-viral-consent-debate-1.500574958 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/7rlfn6v8/ANI_20260613092859.jpg Pranit More came under fire after a recent comedy show. (Photo/X@official_aimsa) Gulf News en 2026-06-15T16:06:06.740+04:00 Pranit More Rs 370 biryani row: Munawar Faruqui urges end to outrage after FIR, job loss and viral consent debate Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/new-civil-transactions-law-introduces-legal-and-contractual-reforms-1.500574932 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/7wag1lh5/Dubai-courts The law reduces the age of majority from 21 lunar years to 18 Gregorian years. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T15:37:07.172+04:00 New Civil Transactions Law introduces legal and contractual reforms UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/pakistan-military-aircraft-crashes-killing-two-pilots-2-1.500574800 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/478da8ga/trainer.webp A Pakistan Air Force trainer aircraft. The aircraft went down near the city of Mardan during a routine training sortie, according to the military’s media wing. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T15:36:42.747+04:00 Pakistan military aircraft crashes, killing two pilots Pakistan, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/technology/china-launches-worlds-first-offshore-wind-powered-underwater-data-centre-1.500574920 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-03/onqmq8bc/newsml_afp_com_20251003T020004Z_doc_76u74d7.jpeg An underwater data centre being developed by Chinese maritime technology company Highlander is seen under construction at a shipyard in Nantong, in China’s eastern Jingsu province on September 11, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T15:33:20.610+04:00 China launches world's first offshore wind-powered underwater data centre Technology, China, AI, China https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/dxn-takes-off-noida-international-airport-begins-operations-what-to-know-about-india-s-newest-aviation-hub-1.500574928 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/mi3fjy1k/noida.gif Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu meets farmers and their families who contributed land for Noida International Airport, on Monday. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/22my7uxy/20260327122F.jpg Sunday’s inaugural movement and Monday’s first landing together marked the formal start of operations at the airport, which is expected to eventually become one of India’s largest aviation hubs and a major cargo gateway in Asia. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T15:31:14.788+04:00 DXN takes off: Noida airport begins operations at Jewar India, Aviation, india, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/thousands-turn-out-as-dubai-mallathon-2026-kicks-off-across-six-malls-1.500574871 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/atn69ozt/3.png Residents of all ages join the opening day of the summer-long community fitness programme running until September 15 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/wm60ilcc/DSC00961.JPG https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/1ao35s4h/5.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/r5xsc6x7/DSC08470.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/w1qdebhq/DSC08472.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/10sn5ufn/DSC08668.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/tvdkmv3n/DSC08695.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/oxeuwvqi/DSC09596.JPG https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/58th1sb9/DSC08628.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/nu62b08u/DSC08690.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/6gmzk9jy/DSC08708.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/6a8maujq/DSC08718.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/y4ul0uh8/DSC08750.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/2vme61qj/DSC08759.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/7hokj15v/DSC00957.JPG https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/ffw2uufc/DSC00945.JPG Gulf News en 2026-06-15T15:30:19.703+04:00 Thousands turn out as Dubai Mallathon 2026 kicks off across six malls people, Sport, Health, UAE, UAE, Dubai, Summer, Health, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/bahrain/bahrain-sentences-12-defendants-to-10-years-for-supporting-treacherous-iranian-attacks-1.500574901 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/llh5lrbk/Bahrain The rulings were issued on Monday by the High Criminal Court in 11 separate cases. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T15:27:42.003+04:00 Bahrain sentences 12 defendants to 10 years for supporting treacherous Iranian attacks Bahrain, Bahrain https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/japan-extend-unbeaten-run-vs-european-teams-to-10-matches-1.500574911 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/fksjeexq/1001.jpg A Japan national team player takes a drink of water during a training session in Nashville, Tenn., ahead of the World Cup soccer tournament. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T15:18:39.927+04:00 Japan extend unbeaten run vs European teams to 10 matches World Cup https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/stanford-graduation-disrupted-as-students-walk-out-during-sundar-pichai-speech-over-israel-deal-1.500574867 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/9guj1y7s/stan.avif As Pichai was introduced at the Californian university, students stood up from their seats, waved Palestinian flags, blew whistles and chanted slogans. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T14:44:04.388+04:00 Stanford graduation disrupted as students walk out during Sundar Pichai speech over Israel deal Americas, Mena, Israel, Gaza, Google, americas, Palestine https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/62-magnitude-quake-strikes-off-southern-philippines-1.500574823 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/scita9x0/gulfnewsimport20210207Stock-Earthquake1777b559696large.avif Gulf News en 2026-06-15T13:59:15.929+04:00 6.2-magnitude quake strikes off southern Philippines Philippines, Earthquake https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-calls-for-full-compliance-with-us-iran-memorandum-of-understanding-1.500574778 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/yjqns43t/MOFA UAE urges respect for the sovereignty of states, adherence to the principles of good neighbourliness and strict observance of international law. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T13:51:30.881+04:00 UAE calls for full compliance with US-Iran memorandum of understanding UAE, UAE, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/deadly-strikes-on-ukraine-leave-kyiv-cathedral-in-flames-1.500574819 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/l4oclgzf/newsml_afp_com_20260615T051854Z_doc_b73h89e.jpeg Smoke and fire rises from the Dormition Cathedral in the Orthodox complex of the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra following a missile strike on the Ukrainian capital Kyiv on June 15, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T13:50:57.353+04:00 Deadly strikes on Ukraine leave Kyiv cathedral in flames Europe, Ukraine, Russia https://gulfnews.com/technology/techie-tonic-will-autonomous-intelligence-reduce-overall-cyber-spending-1.500574798 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-08/illligyt/newsml_afp_com_20260108T072436Z_doc_89yr7ud.jpeg The Varta Dozor AI autonomous artificial intelligence module for drone interception and defence is displayed at the Ukrainian technology pavilion during the annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Nevada on January 7, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T13:39:57.875+04:00 Techie Tonic: Will autonomous intelligence reduce overall cyber spending? Technology https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/dubai-gold-prices-jump-dh13-in-one-day-as-24-karat-returns-above-dh520-1.500574785 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-10/tm1rxiqh/Gold-investment.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-15T13:36:35.341+04:00 Dubai gold prices jump Dh13 in one day as 24-karat returns above Dh520 Retail, UAE Gold, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi-maintains-25-pedestrian-bridges-and-38-tunnels-to-improve-safety-1.500574780 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/2cmwykmz/gulfnewsimport2015311116a0830abee.1470385113908889616a0830abeelarge.avif Gulf News en 2026-06-15T13:33:32.446+04:00 Abu Dhabi maintains 25 pedestrian bridges and 38 tunnels to improve safety UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/kaaba-prepares-to-receive-its-new-kiswa-for-the-hijri-new-year-1.500574759 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/y6eou5zq/kiss Gulf News en 2026-06-15T13:14:54.289+04:00 Kaaba prepares to receive its new Kiswa for the Hijri New Year Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/indian-tv-actress-sanchita-ugale-dies-at-22-1.500574755 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/sbs7gj4e/ugale.webp Gulf News en 2026-06-15T13:07:17.279+04:00 Indian TV actress Sanchita Ugale dies at 22 Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-deal-tests-fragile-regional-balance-as-israel-hormuz-shape-next-phase-1.500574725 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-31/gp5ogbbc/202605313808250.jpg Iranian authorities described it as a memorandum of understanding that includes an “immediate and permanent suspension” of military operations across multiple fronts, including Lebanon, and an easing of maritime restrictions affecting the Strait of Hormuz. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T12:56:28.727+04:00 US-Iran deal tests fragile regional balance as Israel, Hormuz shape next phase Mena, Americas, Donald Trump, americas, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/working-through-the-heat-uae-outdoor-staff-share-how-they-stay-safe-1.500574700 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/xbjh33qe/outdoor-workers.jpeg Clockwise from top left: Annapurna Singh, Mohamed Sajas, Samir Kafle, Rabindra Singh Thakuri, and Rodolfo John Buensuceso https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/i79qb459/Samir-Kafle-.jpeg Samir Kafle, sports and leisure team leader https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/ge6p9mb6/Rabindra-Singh-Thakuri-.jpeg Rabindra Singh Thakuri, recreation supervisor https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/evl1knhp/Annapurna-Singh.jpeg Annapurna Singh, lifeguard https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/fnzepnjv/Mohamed-Sajas.jpeg Mohamed Sajas, lifeguard https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/kuklbr3z/Rodolfo-John-Buensuceso.jpeg Rodolfo John Buensuceso, head bartender in pool and beach operations Gulf News en 2026-06-15T12:43:02.037+04:00 Working through the heat: UAE outdoor staff share how they stay safe people, UAE, UAE, Summer https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/dubais-al-maktoum-airport-expansion-on-track-for-2032-launch-1.500574719 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-18/wamewbqz/newsml_afp_com_20251118T121249Z_doc_84d68cq.jpeg People look at the model of the new Al-Maktoum International Airport during the Dubai Airshow 2025 in Dubai on November 17, 2025. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/c9l2l1ih/009.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/inhwkmka/001.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/pgslnnn1/004.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/k5i2xz7p/005.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/5dx1k6oe/007.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/gafcjp3n/009.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/sof8h7i9/002.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/5cp8ykkk/003.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/xbtprjk2/006.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/vyw1yuxw/008.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-15T12:38:17.519+04:00 Dubai’s Al Maktoum airport expansion on track for 2032 launch Aviation, Dubai Airport https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/winning-the-drone-war-requires-a-new-playbook-1.500574699 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-14/lufet3wp/newsml_afp_com_20260614T140101Z_doc_b6zz7be.jpeg This photograph shows a FPV drone flying during a dynamic demonstration of military equipment at the Eurosatory defence and security trade show at the Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibition Centre in Villepinte, a northeastern suburb of Paris, on June 14, 2026. Picture for illustrative purposes. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T12:20:03.854+04:00 Winning the drone war requires a new playbook Op-Eds, Mena, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/emergencies/dubai-police-rescue-lost-hiker-in-hatta-mountains-after-two-day-search-1.500574703 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/z2z62qij/54bb5945678a.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-15T12:19:56.529+04:00 Dubai Police rescue lost hiker in Hatta mountains after two-day search emergencies https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/hsbcs-400-million-iffco-exposure-puts-uae-restructuring-talks-in-focus-1.500574682 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/d4brfcwj/IFFCO-Offices-6-scaled.jpg IFFCO brands include London Dairy ice cream, Tiffany, Alfa, Noor and more. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T12:19:50.485+04:00 HSBC’s $400 million IFFCO exposure puts UAE restructuring talks in focus Banking https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-bans-subleasing-of-state-owned-chalets-and-land-plots-1.500574660 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/nvq50izl/Chalets Permit holders must comply fully with the terms and conditions governing the use of chalets and licensed land plots. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T12:01:14.415+04:00 Kuwait bans subleasing of state-owned chalets and land plots Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi-observatory-captures-muharram-crescent-in-broad-daylight-1.500574681 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/6j7x7jpz/Muharram The moon was positioned 5.4 degrees away from the sun at the time of observation and was approximately five hours and 35 minutes old. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T12:00:29.108+04:00 Abu Dhabi observatory captures Muharram crescent in broad daylight UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/gcc-launches-unified-platform-bringing-together-more-than-24700-legal-documents-1.500574647 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/hpfuxj2q/GCC The platform was inaugurated by Jasem Albudaiwi, Secretary-General of the GCC, during a ceremony at the organisation's headquarters in Riyadh. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T11:56:56.171+04:00 GCC launches unified platform bringing together more than 24,700 legal documents Gulf, Gulf https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/tyra-banks-sues-netflix-over-americas-next-top-model-docuseries-alleges-defamation-was-set-up-1.500574670 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-14/4y1ckxxp/preview.jpg Banks is seeking damages from Netflix, directors Daniel Sivan and Mor Loushy, and EverWonder Studio. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T11:54:15.020+04:00 Tyra Banks sues Netflix over America’s Next Top Model docuseries, alleges defamation: ‘Was set up’ Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/british-pm-keir-starmer-announces-ban-on-social-media-for-under-16s-1.500574666 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/qz601hqg/Britain_s_opposition_Labour_Party_leader_Keir_Starmer_18f62ca047f_large.jpg British PM Keir Starmer Gulf News en 2026-06-15T11:40:55.955+04:00 British PM Keir Starmer announces ban on social media for under-16s Europe, UK https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/aamir-khan-and-reena-dutta-played-brides-parents-at-a-real-wedding-on-the-lagaan-set-reveals-co-star-amin-hajee-1.500574648 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/cj293l4p/1_16a08101411_1268689_1573700344_16a08101411_original_ratio.jpg Aamir Khan and Reena Dutta Gulf News en 2026-06-15T11:34:34.159+04:00 Aamir Khan and Reena Dutta played bride's parents at a real wedding on the Lagaan set, reveals co-star Amin Hajee Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/five-categories-can-skip-advance-vehicle-inspection-bookings-in-dubai-1.500574614 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/dxbu4dh7/Inspection While advance booking remains the preferred option, customers can also choose to undergo technical inspections without a prior appointment by paying an additional service fee. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T11:24:21.427+04:00 Five categories can skip advance vehicle inspection bookings in Dubai Transport, transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/video-dubai-to-build-new-pedestrian-bridges-including-one-of-its-largest-ever-1.500574635 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/xxidmukz/bridge-1.jpg Among the most significant RTA's projects currently under construction is a 730-metre-long pedestrian and cycling bridge crossing Dubai-Al Ain Road. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-25/25328nhu/Mattar-Al-Tayer.jpg Mattar Al Tayer https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/yc3b5v12/bridge-2.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/46y1mauu/bridge-4.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-15T11:15:15.492+04:00 Dubai to build new pedestrian bridges including one of its largest ever Transport, transport https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/spider-man-brand-new-day-hints-at-a-dramatic-change-for-tom-hollands-peter-parker-new-details-revealed-1.500574615 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/12/18/Copy-of-Film_Review_-_Spider-Man__No_Way_Home_40530.jpg-07217--2--1639825928236_17dcd3df03f_large.jpg Tom Holland stars as Peter Parker/Spider-Man Gulf News en 2026-06-15T11:07:14.033+04:00 Spider-Man: Brand New Day hints at a dramatic change for Tom Holland's Peter Parker: New details revealed Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/germany-curacao-players-form-prayer-circle-after-their-world-cup-game-1.500574597 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/ry7wozvc/SaveInta.com720570856184020822941565117704788054512580292n.jpg The World Cup often provides special moments away from the games, and this is one of them https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/h1r46opz/newsml_afp_com_20260614T000000Z_PH_GTY_2281625253.jpeg It was a dominant showing from Germany who kicked off their World Cup campaign in fashion Gulf News en 2026-06-15T10:55:14.017+04:00 Germany & Curacao players form prayer circle after their World Cup game Sport, Football, World Cup, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-elevates-worker-safety-and-wellbeing-standards-to-advanced-levels-1.500574590 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/nl67o4ap/IMG5279.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/suyz0rvo/IMG5367.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/7142jqrr/IMG5504.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-15T10:42:03.151+04:00 UAE elevates worker safety and wellbeing standards to advanced levels UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/iranian-americans-split-as-iran-face-new-zealand-in-los-angeles-1.500574577 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/5dyhsb5x/Iran.jpg A general view as players of Iran train during ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G match against New Zealand at Centro Xoloitzcuintle on June 14, 2026 in Tijuana, Mexico. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T10:16:11.656+04:00 Iranian Americans split as Iran face New Zealand in Los Angeles World Cup, FIFA World Cup, Iran https://gulfnews.com/uae/how-dubai-chef-quit-corporate-life-to-build-a-thriving-supper-club-inspired-by-her-vietnamese-chinese-roots-1.500574230 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-11/9gjdu3bu/STAFFNAT_260610_Chef_Lisa_Vo_VSAKLANI_71781152837282.jpg Lisa Vo, affectionately known as Madame Vo of Haus of Vo supper club https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-11/ba5381gk/STAFFNAT_260610_Chef_Lisa_Vo_VSAKLANI_11781152248117.jpg The years of sustained effort is evident in the exquisite scallop ceviche that she prepares, while sharing her story. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/xveoye28/crabshell.jpg Madame Vo's speciality: The stuffed crabshell. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/tpxhov7p/hausofvo.jpg A dumpling treat. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T10:11:54.518+04:00 Meet the Dubai chef who quit a corporate career to bring strangers together over food: Inside her supper club UAE, Lifestyle, United in Strength https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/fifa-world-cup-iran-coach-amir-ghalenoei-says-impacted-by-politics-but-ignoring-hype-1.500574568 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/ghzlzcqa/coach.jpg Iran head coach Amir Ghalehnoy speaks during a press conference ahead of his FIFA World Cup match against New Zealand in Inglewood, California, near Los Angeles, Sunday, June 14, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T10:05:51.840+04:00 Fifa World Cup: Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei says 'impacted' by politics but ignoring 'hype' World Cup, Iran, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/world-cup-2026-why-yasin-ayari-refused-to-celebrate-after-scoring-a-stunning-goal-for-sweden-against-tunisia-1.500574539 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/pw5oqbzu/preview.jpg Sweden's Yasin Ayari (18) celebrates after scoring his side's opening goal during the World Cup Group F soccer match between Sweden and Tunisia in Guadalupe, near Monterrey, Mexico, Sunday, June 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Moises Castillo) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/pw5oqbzu/preview.jpg Sweden's Yasin Ayari (18) celebrates after scoring his side's opening goal during the World Cup Group F soccer match between Sweden and Tunisia in Guadalupe, near Monterrey, Mexico, Sunday, June 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Moises Castillo) Gulf News en 2026-06-15T09:57:19.603+04:00 World Cup 2026: Why Yasin Ayari refused to celebrate after scoring a stunning goal for Sweden against Tunisia World Cup, football https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/BestBuys-lifestyle/waiting-for-the-iphone-fold-5-best-foldable-phones-in-the-uae-led-by-samsung-galaxy-z-fold-7-1.500574550 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-09/fc4nwjth/Samsung-Galaxy-Z-Fold-7-smartphones Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 smartphones during a media event ahead of Galaxy Unpacked at the Brooklyn Navy Yard in New York, US, on Monday, July 7, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T09:55:54.937+04:00 Waiting for the iPhone Fold? 5 best foldable phones in the UAE, led by Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 BestBuys-Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/world-cup-2026-shawk-the-hawk-predicts-belgium-vs-egypt-can-he-make-it-3-out-of-3-1.500574540 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/riuiana9/Belgium-vs-Tunisia Shaw the hawk predicts Belgium vs Egypt game https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/riuiana9/Belgium-vs-Tunisia Shaw the hawk predicts Belgium vs Egypt game Gulf News en 2026-06-15T09:41:18.138+04:00 World Cup 2026: Shawk the Hawk predicts Belgium vs Egypt: Can he make it 3 out of 3? World Cup, Shawk the Hawk Predictions https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/usiran-nuclear-timeline-decades-of-tension-explained-1.500574536 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/07/08/Iran-nuclear_16bd1c1e488_large.jpg File photo: Iranian workers in front of Bushehr nuclear power plant. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T09:28:36.704+04:00 US–Iran nuclear timeline: Decades of tension explained Mena, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/class-is-permanent-impeccable-japanese-fans-praised-for-tidying-up-dallas-stadium-after-fifa-wc-thriller-against-netherlands-1.500574516 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/189pi7qg/202606153825808.jpg Class is permanent: Japanese football fans once again stole the spotlight at the FIFA World Cup by staying behind to clean up the stands. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T09:18:40.529+04:00 Class is permanent: 'Impeccable' Japanese fans praised for tidying up Dallas Stadium after FIFA WC thriller against Netherlands World Cup, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/kim-moo-yeol-on-kim-nam-gil-refusing-netflixs-teach-you-a-lesson-i-feel-uncomfortable-his-name-keeps-coming-up-1.500574515 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/ts08e4je/teach.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-15T09:07:09.283+04:00 Kim Moo Yeol on Kim Nam Gil refusing Netflix’s Teach You a Lesson: 'I feel uncomfortable his name keeps coming up' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/africa-v-europe-as-cape-verde-face-spain-and-egypt-meet-belgium-1.500574496 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/bpvg7h3k/World-Cup-games.png Two huge games highlight day four of the World Cup https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/f21zy0ny/newsml_afp_com_20260523T133406Z_doc_b3u46pb.jpeg Cape Verde fans wave flags and scarves from the stands as they follow the national team’s training session ahead of their participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Estadio Municipal 25 de Julho in Santa Cruz on May 23, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-14/6pu6dfre/newsml_afp_com_20260614T000000Z_PH_GTY_2281567770.jpeg Lamine Yamal of Spain warms up during the training and press conference of Spain one day ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H match between Spain and Cabo Verde at Atlanta Stadium on June 14, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-07/ui7flhzq/newsml_afp_com_20260606T000000Z_PH_GTY_2280243887.jpeg Egypt lost their final warm-up game for the World Cup against Spain https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-06/clhs0qbw/newsml_afp_com_20260606T000000Z_PH_GTY_2280240124.jpeg Mohamed Salah will be huge for Egypt this summer if they are to go far in the tournament Gulf News en 2026-06-15T08:26:48.452+04:00 Africa v Europe as Cape Verde face Spain and Egypt meet Belgium Sport, Football, World Cup, FIFA World Cup, Egypt, spain https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/how-ageing-changes-your-ankles-and-makes-walking-feel-harder-according-to-new-research-1.500574485 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/11/13/Walking_19325a16cfb_large.jpg Walking is a low impact exercise that’s gentle on the joints, and every movement helps the blood circulation of the body. It flushes down the lactic acid that can tend to build up in the joints and cause a lot of soreness. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T08:12:54.155+04:00 How ageing changes your ankles and makes walking feel harder, according to new research Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/from-khamenei-to-commanders-irans-leadership-losses-in-us-israeli-strikes-1.500574478 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/02/09/Iran-s-supreme-leader-Ayatollah-Ali-Khamenei_18d8c0681bf_large.jpg Ayatollah Ali Khamenei https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/su0p08fu/Senior-Iranian-officials-eliminated-in-US-Israeli-strikes.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/jg6w7sjm/Irans-top-leaders-eliminated.png IRAN'S TOP LEADERS ELIMINATED (Clockwise from top left): Supreme Leader Khamenei, Security chief Ali Larijani, Revolutionary Guards chief Mohammad Pakpour, Guards naval chief Alireza Tangsiri, Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib and Basij commander Gholamreza Soleimani. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/t3h9vx26/Shamkhani-Armed-forces-chief-Abdolrahim-Mousavi-Head-of-military-office-Mohammad-Shirazi-1.jpg (From left): Ali Shamkhani, Advisor to Iran's Supreme Leader; Mohammad Shirazi, Head of military office Shamkhani, Abdolrahim Mousavi, Armed forces chief; Ali Mohammad Naini, Guards spokesman; and Defence Minister Aziz Nasirzadeh. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T07:52:02.182+04:00 From Khamenei to commanders: Iran’s leadership losses in US-Israeli strikes Mena, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/mohammad-bagher-ghalibafs-rise-signals-new-phase-in-irans-post-war-politics-1.500574469 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/06/09/speaker-1717935803468_18ffcf40c61_large.jpg Speaker of the Parliament of Iran Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf Gulf News en 2026-06-15T07:41:46.382+04:00 Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf’s rise signals new phase in Iran’s post-war politics Mena, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/youll-be-hrithik-roshans-heartthrob-rakesh-roshan-warned-ameesha-patel-over-gadar-role-during-kaho-naa-pyaar-hai-1.500574465 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/i81ck7c3/hrithik3.avif Hrithik Roshan and Ameesha Patel in Kaho Na Pyaar Hai. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T07:41:04.876+04:00 ‘You’ll be Hrithik Roshan’s heartthrob’: Rakesh Roshan warned Ameesha Patel over Gadar role during Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-us-deal-sighned-trump-1.500573653 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-14/lins19su/700.jpg Trump hails looming Iran accord while Israeli strikes fuel fresh tensions https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-14/lins19su/700.jpg US President Donald Trump speaks to the press in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, on June 3, 2026. (Photo by Mandel NGAN / AFP) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-14/hpfulof2/HKynk6WYAI4BHX.jpg A US Navy sailor aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Milius (DDG-69) is reported to be on watch as the vessel transits regional waters amid operations. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T07:24:01.101+04:00 Iran–US deal: Trump says ‘no more attacks’ as Hormuz reopening signalled Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-memorandum-of-understanding-mou-whats-next-from-blockade-lifting-nukes-talks-and-hormuz-reopening-to-broader-agreement-1.500574441 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/qfunh4ox/sevda-sea-star-fa-18.jpeg The US naval blockade of Iran is expected to be lifted on Friday (June 19) when the interim agreement is signed on paper. File photo shows 3 Iran-linked crude tankers "disabled", after a hit in the vessels’ propulsion and steering systems, in while attempting to breach the US blockade in the Gulf of Oman. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T07:04:04.208+04:00 US-Iran memorandum of understanding (MoU): What's next — from blockade lifting, nukes talks and Hormuz reopening, to broader agreement Mena https://gulfnews.com/gn-reach/sa-consultants-joins-ggi-global-alliance-strengthening-uae-advisory-firms-international-reach-1.500571947 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-12/eknrvij2/SA-Consultants-Joins-GGI-Global-Alliance-Strengthening-Global-Advisory-Capabilities-for-UAE-Businesses-Lead-Image.jpg SA Consultants joins GGI Global Alliance, strengthening Global advisory capabilities for UAE businesses https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-12/h5evm448/DUBAI-1.JPG Dubai-based advisory firm expands its international reach while continuing to provide locally focused expertise in tax, compliance, accounting, and business advisory services Gulf News en 2026-06-15T07:00:00.000+04:00 SA Consultants joins GGI Global Alliance, strengthening UAE advisory firm’s international reach GN Reach, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/business/my-business-how-this-former-waiter-went-from-selling-dried-fish-to-running-his-own-company-in-dubai-1.500565613 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/k68lvm3a/VJ-Estander VJ Estander, managing director of Great Harvest Foodstuff and Trading Services https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/6lfk27bc/gulfnews_2026_05_14_k68lvm3a_VJ_Estander.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-06/4ek0us32/gulfnews-2026-05-07-mb3ieehf-My-business.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-10/03b6x8dx/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-09-at-15.53.21.jpeg VJ Estander's parents https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-09/wyafpkrd/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-06-at-21.24.29.jpeg VJ Estander (far left) during his job as a waiter https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-09/39jx8pi1/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-06-at-23.53.00.jpeg VJ Estander with his wife Molly Kae Olivera Estander https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/mhuomg2x/VJ-Estander Krunchaa is the first flagship product of Great Harvest Foodstuff and Trading Services Gulf News en 2026-06-15T07:00:00.000+04:00 My Business: How this former waiter went from selling dried fish to running his own company in Dubai Business, people, Pinoy, UAE, My Business https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/never-thought-a-story-like-peddi-would-come-to-ram-charan-chiranjeevi-says-proud-as-father-conflicted-as-actor-1.500574440 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-05/1fyrwtw4/peddi3.webp Ram Charan in Peddi. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T06:51:59.626+04:00 ‘Never thought a story like Peddi would come to Ram Charan’: Chiranjeevi says proud as father, conflicted as actor Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/the-global-race-for-critical-minerals-is-reshaping-world-politics-1.500574242 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-14/s08i6duu/mining.jpg Behind every electric vehicle battery, every AI data centre and every advanced semiconductor lies a supply chain that begins in a mine. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-14/03s5o3ob/Maream_Salah_Aljneibi.jpeg Maream Salah AlJneibi Gulf News en 2026-06-15T06:23:00.000+04:00 The global race for critical minerals is reshaping world politics Op-Eds, economy https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/up-to-48c-uae-heads-into-one-of-its-hottest-weeks-yet-1.500574298 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/div7uafa/Stock-weather-summer Temperatures are forecast to range between 43°C and 48°C in inland areas, while coastal and island regions can expect highs of 36°C to 42°C. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T06:20:55.638+04:00 Up to 48°C: UAE heads into one of its hottest weeks yet Weather, UAE weather https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/dubai-court-orders-dh723500-refund-in-fake-tax-official-scam-1.500574399 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/03/16/Stock-court-justice-judge_1783bb92c82_large.jpg The court found that the defendants used forged state seals, the Federal Tax Authority stamp and a fake employee signature. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-04/7gufu3yv/court-hammer.jpg Fraudsters posed as tax authority employees in Dh723,500 scam Gulf News en 2026-06-15T06:17:04.565+04:00 Dubai court orders Dh723,500 refund in fake tax official scam Crime, UAE Corporate Tax, UAE tax, Dubai, Dubai Police https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/japan-south-korea-markets-jump-after-us-iran-peace-deal-1.500574385 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-06/1oguh7z6/newsml_afp_com_20260506T073220Z_doc_a9xx79e.jpeg Currency dealers celebrate in front of a screen showing South Korea's benchmark stock index (KOSPI) during a ceremony celebrating it breaking 7,000 points in a foreign exchange dealing room at the Hana Bank headquarters in Seoul. File photo taken on May 6, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T05:30:12.153+04:00 Japan, South Korea markets jump after US-Iran peace deal Markets https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/ukrainian-drone-strike-kills-3-south-of-moscow-governor-1.500574402 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/j9u8m7oz/Ukrainian-drones.webp A Ukrainian soldier carries a drone. Cross-border drone attacks have intensified in recent months as Russia and Ukraine continue to trade strikes in the more than four-year war. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T05:21:27.247+04:00 Ukrainian drone strike kills 3 south of Moscow: governor Europe https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/oil-prices-tumble-more-than-4-on-us-iran-deal-hopes-wti-crashes-to-8104-1.500574409 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-27/ssxfax7u/20260517115f.jpg The prospect of normalised oil flows from Iran has weighed heavily on futures contracts, erasing much of the geopolitical risk premium that had driven prices sharply higher since the outbreak of US-Iran hostilities earlier this year. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T05:12:15.118+04:00 Oil slides over 4% on US–Iran deal hopes as WTI crashes to $81 — traders bet on peace easing supply fears Energy https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/century-old-tb-vaccine-could-reduce-insulin-use-in-diabetes-patients-trial-finds-1.500574099 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-09/afn4w8i3/preview.jpg A vaccine developed in the 1920s to fight tuberculosis has demonstrated the ability to improve blood sugar regulation and reduce insulin dependency in people with autoimmune forms of diabetes, offering fresh hope for a condition affecting millions (Picture used for illustrative purposes). Gulf News en 2026-06-15T05:00:00.000+04:00 Century-old TB vaccine could reduce insulin use in diabetes patients, trial finds Americas, Science, Health, Diabetes https://gulfnews.com/technology/fin-tech/from-28hour-to-1-million-spacex-welder-proves-rocket-builders-can-strike-it-rich-too-1.500574372 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/4gskigyc/Juan-Hernandez-with-family.jpeg Juan Hernandez with his family. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/0y9cfqay/Juan-Hernandez-with-family.jpeg Juan Hernandez with his family. He came from Mexico for $28/hour welding, then left SpaceX with a rocket-fuelled bonanza. From not even knowing the company existed in 2015 to holding nearly $1 million in equity after the Space X initial public offering (IPO_, he quietly built a stake that turned late-night welding shifts into a real value side quest — and a life upgrade most people only dream about. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/95ecbvaq/juan-H.jpeg Now working at Blue Origin, the space company founded by Jeff Bezos, Juan Hernandez says he intends to keep working rather than retire early. He credits his immigrant upbringing for instilling a strong work ethic and views the windfall as an opportunity to help his family rather than radically change his lifestyle. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T04:51:50.955+04:00 From $28/hour to $1 million: SpaceX welder proves rocket builders can strike it rich too Fin-Tech, Aviation, Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/ebola-cases-in-drc-rise-to-782-with-181-deaths-1.500574388 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-11/rcudzj1h/202606113820928.jpg DR Congo's Ministry of Health said the outbreak remains concentrated in multiple affected provinces, where response teams are carrying out contact tracing, vaccination campaigns, and treatment of confirmed patients in isolation units. Officials have not yet released a detailed breakdown of the most recent case clusters. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T04:33:46.926+04:00 Ebola cases in DRC rise to 782 with 181 deaths Africa https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/germanys-steinmeier-visits-manila-as-marcos-eyes-stronger-defence-trade-and-indo-pacific-ties-1.500574389 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/t2r8o6vg/germany-PH-leaders.jpg President Ferdinand Marcos Jr is set to welcome German Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier during the latter's state visit to the Philippines. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T04:24:30.803+04:00 German President Steinmeier visits Manila as Marcos eyes stronger defence, trade, and Indo-Pacific ties Philippines, Europe https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/why-meaningful-storytelling-matters-more-than-ever-for-families-today-1.500574243 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-14/bhtrt4f6/children-watch.jpg What children watch shapes what they feel is normal, what they believe is possible, what feels like it belongs to them. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-14/8cn11h0q/Fatima_Al_Dhaheri.jpeg Fatima Al Dhaheri Gulf News en 2026-06-15T04:21:00.000+04:00 Why meaningful storytelling matters more than ever for families today Op-Eds https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/usiran-mou-sparks-big-question-when-does-hormuz-fully-reopen-and-is-the-us-naval-blockade-on-iran-really-ending-1.500574352 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-12/rhds5bpb/Hormuz.jpg A small motorboat passes anchored vessels in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas, Iran, on Thursday, June 11, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-15T03:08:54.622+04:00 US–Iran MoU sparks big question: When does Hormuz fully reopen — and is the US naval blockade on Iran really ending? Mena