https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-launches-fresh-strikes-on-iran-after-tanker-attack-1.500589408 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/g9o3do3l/jets.jpg Two US Air Force A-10 attack aircraft fly together over the Middle East during a routine patrol. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/eg7wzyde/newsml_afp_com_20260628T094233Z_doc_b8kd7lm.jpeg Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi (C) followed by Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad (L) arrive for a joint press conference following a meeting in Baghdad on July 28, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/dr4bmtwo/FM.jpg Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi (L) and Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad stand at their lecterns as they arrange their notes prior to the start of their joint press conference following a meeting in Baghdad on July 28, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/a95iipuc/US.jpg US Sailors prepare an E-2D Hawkeye for flight aboard USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Gulf News en 2026-06-28T14:48:11.608+04:00 US launches fresh strikes on Iran; Tehran calls for new Gulf security framework; Hezbollah warns of 'internal conflict' Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/sharjah-announces-temporary-traffic-diversion-between-industrial-areas-12-and-13-1.500589671 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/946gdrxm/Diversion Road users urged to follow the designated diversions, use alternative routes and comply with traffic signs and road safety instructions to ensure their safety. Gulf News en 2026-06-28T14:45:21.694+04:00 Sharjah announces temporary traffic diversion between Industrial Areas 12 and 13 Transport, transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-to-experience-rain-strong-winds-and-blowing-dust-today-1.500589668 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/7rl7uvce/Rain The NCM said winds could reach speeds of up to 45kph in some areas between 2pm and 7:30pm. Gulf News en 2026-06-28T14:42:52.826+04:00 UAE to experience rain, strong winds and blowing dust today Weather, UAE weather https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-ceasefire-tested-by-fresh-escalation-as-trump-warns-tehran-1.500589666 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/ma9oih1j/bahrain.webp A damaged residential building in Muharraq Governorate, Bahrain, on June 28, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-28T14:42:25.726+04:00 US-Iran truce faces toughest test after fresh strikes: Why it matters Mena, Americas, Bahrain, Kuwait, Gulf, Bahrain, Kuwait, americas, Gulf, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-deports-more-than-11000-illegal-residents-in-one-week-1.500589639 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/34uprq8a/KSA The Ministry of Interior also urged the public to report violations through the designated emergency hotlines across the Kingdom. Gulf News en 2026-06-28T14:12:35.043+04:00 Saudi Arabia deports more than 11,000 illegal residents in one week Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/traffic-chaos-karachi-eyes-first-underground-metro-1.500589636 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/rpinfp7o/Pakistan_172bc9b3681_original_ratio.jpg Motorists make their way in a traffic jam alongside a market in the Pakistan's port city of Karachi. File photo Gulf News en 2026-06-28T13:53:26.331+04:00 Traffic chaos: Karachi eyes first underground metro Pakistan, transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi-police-issues-six-safety-tips-for-summer-driving-1.500589631 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/wczg3wo8/Abu-Dhabi-police Abu Dhabi police advised motorists not to drive immediately if the steering wheel is excessively hot, avoid leaving flammable materials inside vehicles. Gulf News en 2026-06-28T13:39:42.072+04:00 Abu Dhabi Police issues six safety tips for summer driving UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/2026-world-cup-outstanding-cape-verde-shine-spotlight-on-african-success-1.500589632 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/zz6n48yd/newsml_afp_com_20260627T021605Z_doc_b8h39fg.jpeg Cape Verde players and staff celebrate after the 2026 World Cup Group H football match against Saudi Arabia at the Houston Stadium in Houston on June 26, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-28T13:37:22.237+04:00 2026 World Cup: Outstanding Cape Verde shine spotlight on African success World Cup, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-condemns-iranian-attacks-on-bahrain-and-kuwait-1.500589614 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/6spsc72n/MoFA Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the attacks posed a threat to the security and stability of Bahrain and Kuwait. Gulf News en 2026-06-28T13:15:53.468+04:00 UAE condemns Iranian attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/emiratis-building-their-own-brand-success-stories-1.500578390 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/zb703mr2/91f2b396-d4cc-46fd-9e30-d77bb45d8911.jpg For Emirati entrepreneur Alaunood Obaid Al-Ali, a passion for luxury watches became the foundation of Luxches https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-18/u3gctiqp/Alyaam https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-18/jrm36al6/91f2b396-d4cc-46fd-9e30-d77bb45d8911.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-18/m3myb82c/e7e86be7-7780-44c9-80bc-843b88724ac3.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-18/4nksymo4/103d44ea-c07b-4f22-862b-e469c88d7d28.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-28T13:10:36.019+04:00 Meet the Emiratis building their own brand: From coffee startups to luxury watch businesses in the UAE Lifestyle, UAE https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/movie-rewind-salaam-namaste-when-charming-saif-ali-khan-and-sparkling-preity-zinta-brought-zing-to-romcoms-1.500589595 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/rgr1wi1h/romcoms.jpg Saif Ali Khan and Preity Zinta in Salaam Namaste Gulf News en 2026-06-28T13:08:27.421+04:00 Movie Rewind | Salaam Namaste: When charming Saif Ali Khan and sparkling Preity Zinta brought zing to romcoms Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/all-eyes-on-serena-williams-as-wimbledon-set-to-begin-1.500589605 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/kwmeoi3r/preview.jpg Serena Williams smiles after a training session at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, ahead of the Wimbledon Championships in London. Gulf News en 2026-06-28T12:59:58.419+04:00 All eyes on Serena Williams as Wimbledon set to begin Tennis, Wimbledon https://gulfnews.com/world/court-crime/salary-raise-rejected-boss-assaulted-sharjah-worker-jailed-for-a-month-1.500589548 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/4ufbenrk/Court The complainant told the court that the worker became aggressive after the request was declined and assaulted him, causing injuries to his head and face. Gulf News en 2026-06-28T11:42:12.824+04:00 Salary raise rejected, boss assaulted: Sharjah worker jailed for a month Court-Crime, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dubai-police-urge-drivers-to-keep-vehicles-roadworthy-this-summer-1.500589550 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/1ms0y1xf/car-on-fire.jpg More than 3,500 vehicle safety violations were recorded in the first five months of the year. Gulf News en 2026-06-28T11:23:20.513+04:00 Dubai Police urge drivers to keep vehicles roadworthy this summer Transport, Dubai Police https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/why-dubai-rta-taps-chinese-tech-giants-to-power-next-generation-metro-1.500589546 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/p7rymgpx/RTA-china-4.jpg To explore next-generation rail technologies, the RTA delegation experienced the Shanghai Maglev, one of the world’s fastest commercial train services. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/bxasafsf/RTA-china-3.jpg To explore next-generation rail technologies, the RTA delegation experienced the Shanghai Maglev, one of the world’s fastest commercial train services https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/1ah9jwp5/RTA-china-two.jpg RTA also explores AI-enabled monitoring systems for metro operations, station management and passenger services https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/9zieqaqx/RTA-china.jpg Mattar Al Tayer says that the visit also sought to encourage greater participation by leading Chinese companies in upcoming infrastructure Gulf News en 2026-06-28T11:19:32.436+04:00 Why Dubai RTA taps Chinese tech giants to power next-generation Metro Transport, transport https://gulfnews.com/business/my-business-uae-was-the-perfect-place-to-turn-my-vision-into-reality-says-dubai-based-founder-1.500532390 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-09/j5cmgqq9/STAFFBUS_260407_Mahsa_Gholizadeh_VSAKLANI_31775709982605.jpg Mahsa Gholizadeh, Founder of DBM Studio https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/mb3ieehf/My-business.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-09/9pcccdrx/STAFFBUS_260407_Mahsa_Gholizadeh_VSAKLANI_51775709978322.jpg Mahsa Gholizadeh, Founder of DBM Studio Gulf News en 2026-06-28T11:03:05.000+04:00 My Business: UAE was the perfect place to turn my vision into reality, says Dubai-based founder Business, My Business https://gulfnews.com/technology/uae-us-deepen-ai-and-technology-partnership-at-pax-silica-summit-1.500589508 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/v0btsshg/tgy04yzx1ka1fqtpo.jpeg Saeed Al Hajeri, Minister of State, headed delegation as the UAE joined 35 countries in a joint statement on secure and responsible AI development. Gulf News en 2026-06-28T10:57:03.422+04:00 UAE, US deepen AI and technology partnership at Pax Silica Summit Technology, Business https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-president-offers-condolences-to-venezuela-after-earthquake-1.500589309 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/0r2cmmr0/newsml_afp_com_20260627T224636Z_doc_b8jt2x3.jpeg Argentine firefighters search for possible victims atop a collapsed building in Caraballeda, La Guaira state, Venezuela, on June 27, 2026, following twin earthquakes. Gulf News en 2026-06-28T10:42:21.261+04:00 UAE President offers condolences to Venezuela after earthquake Government, Sheikh mohamed https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-threatens-to-annihilate-iran-after-new-exchange-of-attacks-2-1.500589506 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/m1ty8g38/plane.jpg An F-16 US fighter jet fly over the Middle East during a patrol. Gulf News en 2026-06-28T10:20:32.630+04:00 Trump threatens to annihilate Iran after new exchange of attacks Americas, Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/three-pakistani-troops-killed-in-terror-attack-in-karachi-2-1.500589491 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/ko062ah5/Karachi.jpg Security personnel inspect the rooftop of a compound at the end of a clearance operation following an alleged explosion and a militant attack in Karachi on June 28, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-28T09:42:23.668+04:00 Three Pakistani troops killed in terror attack in Karachi Pakistan, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/uae-petrol-prices-to-drop-in-july-after-four-months-of-increases-but-by-how-much-1.500586475 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-30/fa6bguqd/gulfnewsimport20200728auto-petrol173950b5fbblarge.avif Super 98, Special 95 and E-Plus petrol prices rose in June https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-25/g15cvwu6/202605253800899.jpg Fuel prices rise again in Rajasthan; petrol in Jaipur costs Rs 112.66 per litre Gulf News en 2026-06-28T09:29:16.770+04:00 UAE petrol prices to drop in July after four months of increases - but by how much? Energy, Markets, Living-UAE, Government, Fuel prices https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/austria-and-algeria-draw-3-3-at-world-cup-to-advance-to-knockout-round-and-send-iranians-home-1.500589457 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/1n3mk142/newsml_afp_com_20260627T000000Z_PH_GTY_2283652839.jpeg Sasa Kalajdzic #14 of Austria celebrates scoring his team's third goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J match against Algeria at Kansas City Stadium on June 27, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri. Gulf News en 2026-06-28T08:30:22.850+04:00 Austria and Algeria draw 3-3 at World Cup to advance to knockout round and send Iranians home World Cup, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/messi-becomes-first-player-to-achieve-this-world-cup-record-1.500589452 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/m3mhyp7f/newsml_afp_com_20260628T034415Z_doc_b8k37nr.jpeg Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi celebrates scoring his team's third goal during the 2026 World Cup Group J football match between Jordan and Argentina at the Dallas Stadium in Arlington on June 27, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/zpr0uo7d/newsml_afp_com_20260628T034447Z_doc_b8k33g3.jpeg Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi celebrates scoring his team's third goal during the 2026 World Cup Group J football match between Jordan and Argentina at the Dallas Stadium in Arlington on June 27, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-28T08:17:10.182+04:00 Messi becomes first player to achieve this World Cup record World Cup, football https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-cybersecurity-council-warns-of-rising-digital-footprint-risks-1.500589353 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/aya6c2bf/cyber_attack__cyber_security__hacking__hacker_176381b2c45_original_ratio.jpg The UAE Cybersecurity Council stress safe online habits as billions of accounts face monthly compromise. Gulf News en 2026-06-28T08:05:08.392+04:00 UAE Cybersecurity Council warns of rising digital footprint risks Government, Technology, cybercrime https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/2026-world-cup-colombia-top-group-after-holding-portugal-to-draw-1.500589426 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/a8lx5t44/newsml_afp_com_20260627T000000Z_PH_GTY_2283638450.jpeg Diogo Costa #1 of Portugal makes a save during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group K match against Colombia at Miami Stadium on June 27, 2026 in Miami Gardens, Florida. Gulf News en 2026-06-28T07:31:10.443+04:00 2026 World Cup: Colombia top group after holding Portugal to draw World Cup, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/2026-world-cup-congo-rally-past-uzbekistan-to-reach-last-32-1.500589397 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/yk9xdutj/newsml_afp_com_20260627T000000Z_PH_GTY_2283639222.jpeg Yoane Wissa #20 of Congo DR celebrates with teammates after scoring the team's third goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group K match against Uzbekistan at Atlanta Stadium on June 27, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. Gulf News en 2026-06-28T07:22:06.005+04:00 2026 World Cup: Congo rally past Uzbekistan to reach last 32 world cup congo uzbekistan score https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/2026-world-cup-england-top-group-after-beating-panama-2-0-1.500589365 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/k6g6sikz/newsml_afp_com_20260627T223654Z_doc_b8jr2tu.jpeg England's forward #09 Harry Kane celebrates scoring his team's second goal with England's midfielder #10 Jude Bellingham during the 2026 World Cup Group L football match against Panama at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on June 27, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-28T07:13:59.001+04:00 2026 World Cup: England top group after beating Panama 2-0 england panama score https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/croatia-edge-ghana-to-reach-world-cup-last-32-1.500589345 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/0uwis1hu/newsml_afp_com_20260627T000000Z_PH_GTY_2283624165.jpeg Nikola Vlasic #13 of Croatia scores his team's second goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L match against Ghana at Philadelphia Stadium on June 27, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Gulf News en 2026-06-28T07:05:44.856+04:00 Croatia edge Ghana to reach World Cup last 32 World Cup, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-strikes-iran-as-fragile-ceasefire-comes-under-strain-1.500588511 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/icw3vmxn/HLri70fWYAAqCRs.jpg F-16 fighter jets fly over the Middle East during a patrol. US forces remain present and vigilant throughout the region. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/hjlw6581/HLri70fWYAAqCRs.jpg F-16 fighter jets fly over the Middle East during a patrol. US forces remain present and vigilant throughout the region. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/rok78lh0/newsml_afp_com_20260621T183920Z_doc_b7tg874.jpeg An excavator clears rubble from the site of a collapsed building, following Israeli bombardment in Nabatieh in southern Lebanon https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/nmbkthap/preview.jpg Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Gulf News en 2026-06-28T06:40:25.081+04:00 US–Iran ceasefire under strain as Iranian drones target Bahrain, ship hit in Strait of Hormuz Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/ask-gulf-news/ask-gulf-news-can-i-be-evicted-for-refusing-a-rent-increase-in-sharjah-1.500589342 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/t2xv1nhg/Untitled-design-65.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-28T06:00:00.000+04:00 Ask Gulf News: Can I be evicted for refusing a rent increase in Sharjah? Ask Gulf News https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-chance-of-rain-in-eastern-areas-temperatures-to-climb-to-46c-1.500589315 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/dh8aaeic/Weather Daytime temperatures are expected to reach between 41°C and 46°C in inland areas, while coastal regions will see highs of 36°C to 41°C. Gulf News en 2026-06-28T05:55:16.945+04:00 UAE weather: Chance of rain in eastern areas, temperatures to climb to 46°C Weather, UAE weather https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/whats-missing-in-relationships-these-days-1.500579064 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-19/3xkcmldh/OPN-What’s-missing-in-relationships-Read-Only.jpg Many of us are physically together but mentally elsewhere. Conversations compete with notifications. Gulf News en 2026-06-28T05:03:00.000+04:00 What’s missing in relationships these days? Op-Eds, Lifestyle, lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/half-open-half-closed-how-a-disputed-clause-5-is-keeping-hormuz-and-oil-markets-in-limbo-1.500589085 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/69zecuoe/Ever-Lovely-struck-Hormuz.png The 9,532 teu 'Ever Lovely' was transiting Hormuz together with two other Evergreen ships when it was hit by the IRGC. citing its violation of Clause 5 of the US-Iran MOU. Gulf News en 2026-06-28T04:06:00.000+04:00 Half open, half closed: How a disputed Clause 5 is keeping Hormuz — and oil markets — in limbo Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/qatar/qatar-airways-issues-clarification-after-viral-low-pass-cargo-flight-in-texas-1.500589300 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/a47f48th/HLrqzhiWoAA2Svh.jpg Qatar Airways distances itself from viral low pass by undelivered freighter Gulf News en 2026-06-28T00:30:31.601+04:00 Qatar Airways issues clarification after viral low-pass cargo flight in Texas Qatar, Aviation, Qatar Airways, Viral Video, Qatar https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/534am-tuesday-etihad-rail-launches-first-passenger-journey-from-fujairah-1.500589303 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/9s6yd3pr/Etihad-Rail Each train will accommodate up to 400 passengers once the full network is operational. Gulf News en 2026-06-28T00:16:33.864+04:00 5:34am Tuesday: Etihad Rail launches first passenger journey from Fujairah Transport, transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/ajman-police-launch-family-safety-campaign-to-boost-awareness-1.500589262 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/hqp5iqd1/5aa62eaa-3723-462e-931a-824107974c2e.jpg Ajman Police launches family awareness campaign focused on safety and wellbeing. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/acq5wop8/5aa62eaa_3723_462e_931a_824107974c2e.jpg Ajman Police launches family awareness campaign focused on safety and wellbeing. Gulf News en 2026-06-27T23:47:07.179+04:00 Ajman Police launch family safety campaign to boost awareness UAE, crime, Ajman, cybercrime https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bollywood/after-52-years-salman-khans-new-six-storey-luxury-home-fuels-move-speculation-1.500589296 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/3g24wrcv/202606183830180.jpeg MCZMA clears six-storey project in Chimbai amid security, relocation buzz https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/fccwxijn/FotoJet-8.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-27T23:38:03.623+04:00 After 52 years, Salman Khan’s new six-storey luxury home fuels move speculation BollyWood, bollywood, Salman Khan, Bollywood icons https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/ravindras-60-pushes-new-zealand-204-ahead-of-england-at-trent-bridge-1.500589266 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/fa3paosf/newsml_afp_com_20260627T173215Z_doc_b8j98q2.jpeg New Zealand's Rachin Ravindra (L) plays a shot on the third day of the third Test cricket match between England and New Zealand at Trent Bridge in Nottingham on June 27, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-27T22:14:54.182+04:00 Ravindra's 60 pushes New Zealand 204 ahead of England at Trent Bridge Cricket, cricket, New Zealand https://gulfnews.com/uae/dh30m-uae-lottery-one-participant-takes-home-dh100000-did-you-win-big-1.500589211 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/9dtdhgce/Screenshot-2026-06-27-at-9.33.34-PM.png UAE Lottery show host Chadi Khalaf during Lucky Day Draw No. 260627 Gulf News en 2026-06-27T21:53:34.571+04:00 Dh30m UAE Lottery: One participant takes home Dh100,000 – did you win big? UAE, The UAE Lottery https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/venezuela-earthquake-death-toll-rises-to-1430-as-rescue-efforts-intensify-1.500589241 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/v0jajrc8/newsml_afp_com_20260627T141804Z_doc_b8ht6t9.jpeg A Venezuelan flag is seen painted on a damaged wall amid the rubble of a collapsed building following earthquakes in Caraballeda, La Guaira state, Venezuela, on June 26, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/1kmxzlti/newsml_afp_com_20260627T165654Z_doc_b8j29vf.jpeg People queue to receive donated food and drinks in Caraballeda, La Guaira state, Venezuela, on June 27, 2026, following earthquakes. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/9f62v11d/newsml_afp_com_20260627T161506Z_doc_b8j29tr.jpeg Members of the French Civil Security Training and Intervention Regiment (UIISC 7) arrive at Simon Bolivar International Airport in Maiquetia, La Guaira state, Venezuela, on June 27, 2026, to assist with rescue operations following earthquakes. Gulf News en 2026-06-27T21:49:55.551+04:00 Venezuela earthquake death toll rises to 1,430 as rescue efforts intensify Americas, Earthquake https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/newborn-baby-rescued-from-rubble-of-venezuela-quake-2-1.500589239 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/7flimzf9/newsml_afp_com_20260627T123755Z_doc_b8hp2kf.jpeg A screengrab taken from a video posted on Instagram on June 26, 2026 shows a newborn being pulled out alive from the rubble of the city of La Guaira, Venezuela, after twin earthquakes hit the country. Gulf News en 2026-06-27T21:44:29.026+04:00 Newborn baby rescued from rubble of Venezuela quake Americas, Earthquake https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/heavy-gunfire-in-pakistans-karachi-after-reported-explosion-1.500589228 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/12/13/STOCK-ambulance_1850a298a2c_large.jpg Explosion derails Pakistan train in Balochistan, dozens killed and injured Gulf News en 2026-06-27T21:32:50.121+04:00 Heavy gunfire in Pakistan's Karachi after reported explosion Pakistan, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/kerala-cm-urged-to-tap-uae-based-nrks-for-high-speed-rail-project-proposal-1.500589210 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/qv7t4dz8/V_D_SATEESHAN_1.jpg Call to fund Thiruvananthapuram–Kasaragod high-speed rail via NRK tax-free bonds Gulf News en 2026-06-27T21:21:48.014+04:00 Kerala CM urged to tap UAE-based NRKs for high-speed rail project proposal India, UAE, kerala, Indian expats https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/abu-dhabi-court-rules-salary-no-bar-to-divorce-payout-claim-1.500589064 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/04/02/judge_court_gavel_resources1_16a4505523f_large.jpg Abu Dhabi Court upholds ruling on post-divorce payout despite salary status case https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/04/02/judge_court_gavel_resources1_16a4505523f_large.jpg Abu Dhabi Court upholds ruling on post-divorce payout despite salary status case Gulf News en 2026-06-27T21:14:44.901+04:00 Abu Dhabi court rules salary no bar to divorce payout claim Crime, UAE Personal Status Law, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-authorities-mourn-loss-of-emirati-serviceman-during-training-1.500589174 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/4ppe5w4k/uaeflag.JPG Defence Ministry extends condolences to family of fallen Emirati soldier Gulf News en 2026-06-27T20:27:27.967+04:00 UAE soldier dies during training mission, Ministry of Defence expresses grief UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-customs-unveils-duty-instalment-plan-80-cut-on-eligible-fines-to-boost-trade-1.500589166 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/08/21/Dubai-Customs-1629545505832_17b687b2444_large.jpg Businesses get instalment plans on duties and major relief on customs fines Gulf News en 2026-06-27T20:14:29.376+04:00 Dubai Customs unveils duty instalment plan, 80% cut on eligible fines to boost trade UAE, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-expresses-deep-concern-over-ongoing-military-escalation-in-el-obeid-sudan-1.500589154 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/t58sgtuh/mofa.PNG UAE urges urgent truce and ceasefire amid escalating conflict and humanitarian crisis in El Obeid, Sudan Gulf News en 2026-06-27T20:02:10.835+04:00 UAE expresses deep concern over ongoing military escalation in El Obeid, Sudan UAE, Sudan https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/heatwave-grips-europe-smashing-records-and-triggering-health-alerts-1.500589152 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/hspmir6o/newsml_afp_com_20260627T133219Z_doc_b8hr4mw.jpeg Participants of the Christopher Street Day (CSD) march cool down with water as temperatures went up to 36 degrees in Munich, southern Germany, on June 27, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-27T19:56:40.308+04:00 Heatwave grips Europe, smashing records and triggering health alerts Europe, Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/aid-planes-landing-at-partially-reopened-venezuela-airport-after-quakes-us-official-2-1.500589148 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/oxfqli6i/newsml_afp_com_20260626T224657Z_doc_b8gw97q.jpeg US C-17s bring medical aid as Caracas airport partially reopens after quakes Gulf News en 2026-06-27T19:48:17.110+04:00 Aid planes landing at partially reopened Venezuela airport after quakes: US official Americas, Earthquake https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/denmark-records-hottest-day-on-record-at-37c-weather-service-2-1.500589138 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/wumr7j9z/preview.jpg Roskilde festival swelters as Danes flock to water amid record-breaking heat Gulf News en 2026-06-27T19:34:23.257+04:00 Denmark records hottest day on record at 37°C: Weather service Europe, Europe https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-responds-to-relief-efforts-for-people-affected-in-lebanon-1.500589057 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/9t7iqhce/yf504ytk1ka1e8ppo.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-27T19:02:26.238+04:00 UAE responds to relief efforts for people affected in Lebanon UAE, UAE, Lebanon https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi-police-chief-reviews-security-patrol-system-in-outlying-areas-1.500589082 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/qg4ib118/PHOTO-2026-06-27-16-22-45.jpg Al Muhairi Inspects Traffic Patrol Readiness, Training and Tech to Boost Road Safety in Abu Dhabi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/dpo28ouu/PHOTO-2026-06-27-16-22-451.jpg Abu Dhabi Police chief reviews patrol readiness to advance smart road safety Gulf News en 2026-06-27T18:41:16.970+04:00 Abu Dhabi Police chief reviews security patrol system in outlying areas UAE, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/ronaldos-gold-scorpion-boots-go-viral-ahead-of-colombia-showdown-1.500589047 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/29posl9w/FotoJet-7.jpg Limited 2,026-pair ‘Gold Scorpion’ boots celebrate Ronaldo’s World Cup legacy Gulf News en 2026-06-27T18:27:37.604+04:00 Ronaldo’s ‘Gold Scorpion’ boots go viral ahead of Colombia showdown World Cup, football, Cristiano Ronaldo, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/gdrfa-dubai-shares-55-best-practices-to-advance-excellence-1.500589029 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/rolb3d7p/11c906c5-e6dc-41f8-9817-769c86dc6bfc.jpeg GDRFA Dubai honours partners as Leadership 2.0 delivers excellence outcomes https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/1yejt7cm/e7c36688-8074-44db-b1e1-1c961717eeab.jpeg GDRFA Dubai honours partners as Leadership 2.0 delivers excellence outcomes Gulf News en 2026-06-27T18:07:11.934+04:00 GDRFA Dubai shares 55 best practices to advance excellence Government, Dubai, GDRFA https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/strong-60-earthquake-hits-afghanistan-tremors-felt-in-india-and-pakistan-1.500589049 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/02/07/Stock-Earthquake_1777b559696_large.jpg Rescuers search debris with dogs after deadly 5.2-magnitude quake hits Liuzhou city Gulf News en 2026-06-27T18:02:53.326+04:00 Strong 6.1 earthquake hits Afghanistan, tremors felt in India and Pakistan Asia, Earthquake https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uaebangladesh-travel-etihad-launches-dhaka-route-with-sold-out-inaugural-flight-1.500589025 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/iuxkez1y/Etihad-Airways-flight-to-Dhaka.jpg New Abu Dhabi–Dhaka flights strengthen cargo, diaspora and export connectivity https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/ire83stu/Etihad-Airways-celebrates-the-launch-of-flights-to-Dhaka.jpg Sold-out inaugural Abu Dhabi–Dhaka service underscores strong passenger demand Gulf News en 2026-06-27T17:40:30.361+04:00 UAE–Bangladesh travel: Etihad launches Dhaka route with sold-out inaugural flight Aviation, Etihad Airways, Bangladesh, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-suspends-healthcare-practitioners-licence-over-exosome-injection-promotion-1.500589026 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/q5w8c7j2/KSA The practitioner appeared in widely circulated online content promoting the use of exosome injections. Gulf News en 2026-06-27T17:40:05.638+04:00 Saudi Arabia suspends healthcare practitioner's licence over exosome injection promotion Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-plastic-bag-ban-expands-from-july-1-furniture-jewellery-and-cars-included-in-fifth-phase-1.500589005 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/m2vy6me7/20220605_bag_7_1813439b552_original_ratio.jpg Oman extends plastic bag ban to more sectors in fifth phase from July 2026 Gulf News en 2026-06-27T17:22:14.747+04:00 Oman plastic bag ban expands from July 1: Furniture, jewellery and cars included in fifth phase Oman, Oman, Environment https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/beijing-plane-crash-pilot-killed-13-injured-after-aircraft-hits-tallest-skyscraper-1.500588979 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/3l28c60x/preview.jpg Authorities did not issue a formal statement until nearly 24 hours after the crash. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/8qotv6ls/ChinaTowerDamage66271-c7f40-Read-Only.jpg A damaged section is seen after a small plane crashed into the CITIC Tower, also known as China Zun, the tallest building in Beijing, on Saturday, June 27, 2026 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/429pwl5q/ChinaPlaneCrash33561-16179-Read-Only.jpg The aircraft, described by witnesses as roughly the size of a car, slammed into the 109-storey CITIC Tower shortly before 6pm local time. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/aplzzpc0/newsml_afp_com_20260626T150919Z_doc_b8fe4nq.jpeg People gather near the CITIC Tower in Beijing on June 26, 2026, after an eyewitness reported plane debris at the base of Beijing's tallest building. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/wdykqkfc/newsml_afp_com_20260626T145605Z_doc_b8fd8nt.jpeg People take photographs of the CITIC Tower in Beijing on June 26, 2026, after an eyewitness reported plane debris at the base of Beijing's tallest building. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/nhggbnt2/newsml_afp_com_20260626T143900Z_doc_b8en3t3.jpeg Police keep watch near the CITIC Tower in Beijing on June 26, 2026, after an eyewitness reported plane debris at the base of Beijing's tallest building. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/2fit5rr1/ChinaTowerDamage494-0d82b-Read-Only.jpg A security camera is seen near a section damaged after a small plane crashed into the CITIC Tower, also known as China Zun, the tallest building in Beijing, on Saturday, June 27, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/z0ew33ma/ChinaTowerDamage66271-c7f40-Read-Only.jpg A damaged section is seen after a small plane crashed into the CITIC Tower, also known as China Zun, the tallest building in Beijing, on Saturday, June 27, 2026. (AP Photo/Ng Han Guan) Gulf News en 2026-06-27T17:12:57.546+04:00 Beijing plane crash: Pilot killed, 13 injured after aircraft hits tallest skyscraper Asia https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-lebanese-presidents-discuss-bilateral-ties-and-regional-developments-in-phone-call-1.500588987 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/ep0hxx7x/00f04yzo1ka1b07po.jpeg UAE reiterates support for Lebanon amid talks on regional peace and security Gulf News en 2026-06-27T17:04:03.985+04:00 UAE, Lebanese Presidents discuss bilateral ties and regional developments in phone call UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/looking-for-a-better-job-philippine-consulate-in-dubai-offers-free-career-coaching-wellness-checks-1.500588945 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/nug7nhvt/NAT_201015_CONSULATE_18_1606224842418_175fa760eb5_large.jpg Philippine Consulate General building in Dubai Gulf News en 2026-06-27T16:37:55.873+04:00 Looking for a better job? Philippine Consulate in Dubai offers free career coaching, wellness checks UAE, UAE, UAE careers, Philippines, health checks for expatriates https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/shocking-claim-deepens-pune-murder-probe-easier-to-kill-than-cancel-marriage-1.500588928 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-25/ue34grs1/202606253838900.jpeg Ketan Agarwal murder: Fiancee Siya Goyal, her lover questioned together Gulf News en 2026-06-27T16:23:29.270+04:00 Shocking claim deepens Pune murder probe: ‘Easier to kill than cancel marriage’ India, crime, india https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/photos-over-10000-vespas-take-over-rome-as-iconic-scooter-turns-80-1.500588915 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/hixwqoom/newsml_afp_com_20260626T142527Z_doc_b8f23p3.jpeg Vespa are parked near the Colosseum in Rome during the Vespa World Days marking the 80th anniversary of the iconic Italian brand of scooters on June 26, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-25/rvxj4krv/newsml_afp_com_20260625T134048Z_doc_b8ag9bk.jpeg Vespa enthusiasts from around the world gather at the Vespa Village in Rome during the Vespa World Days marking the 80th anniversary of the iconic Italian brand of scooters on June 25, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-25/ehtmjg2f/newsml_afp_com_20260625T134048Z_doc_b8ag9b7.jpeg Vespa enthusiasts from around the world gather at the Vespa Village in Rome during the Vespa World Days marking the 80th anniversary of the iconic Italian brand of scooters on June 25, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-25/g6x7gijy/newsml_afp_com_20260625T134048Z_doc_b8ag9by.jpeg Vespa enthusiasts from around the world gather at the Vespa Village in Rome during the Vespa World Days marking the 80th anniversary of the iconic Italian brand of scooters on June 25, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-25/heoqq5gg/newsml_afp_com_20260625T134048Z_doc_b8aj923.jpeg Vespa enthusiasts from around the world gather at the Vespa Village in Rome during the Vespa World Days marking the 80th anniversary of the iconic Italian brand of scooters on June 25, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/q0589a73/newsml_afp_com_20260627T094420Z_doc_b8he6uv.jpeg Vespa enthusiasts from around the world ride during the parade of the Vespa World Days marking the 80th anniversary of the iconic Italian brand of scooters in Rome on June 27, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/t4tav7r3/newsml_afp_com_20260626T142422Z_doc_b8ez3w6.jpeg Vespa enthusiasts are pictured near the Colosseum in Rome during the Vespa World Days marking the 80th anniversary of the iconic Italian brand of scooters on June 26, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/y6fl65t0/newsml_afp_com_20260627T094420Z_doc_b8he6up.jpeg Vespa enthusiasts from around the world ride during the parade of the Vespa World Days marking the 80th anniversary of the iconic Italian brand of scooters in Rome on June 27, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/j5hfay64/newsml_afp_com_20260627T094420Z_doc_b8he6ud.jpeg Vespa enthusiasts from around the world ride during the parade of the Vespa World Days marking the 80th anniversary of the iconic Italian brand of scooters in Rome on June 27, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/4pfp9y6p/newsml_afp_com_20260627T094421Z_doc_b8he6ue.jpeg Vespa enthusiasts from around the world ride during the parade of the Vespa World Days marking the 80th anniversary of the iconic Italian brand of scooters in Rome on June 27, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/h4hc7ij0/newsml_afp_com_20260627T094421Z_doc_b8he6uf.jpeg Vespa enthusiasts from around the world ride during the parade of the Vespa World Days marking the 80th anniversary of the iconic Italian brand of scooters in Rome on June 27, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/h70cwwoc/newsml_afp_com_20260627T094422Z_doc_b8he6uh.jpeg Vespa enthusiasts wave a US flag as they ride during the parade of the Vespa World Days marking the 80th anniversary of the iconic Italian brand of scooters in Rome on June 27, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-27T16:11:20.240+04:00 Photos: Over 10,000 Vespas take over Rome as iconic scooter turns 80 Europe, lifestyle-photos https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/naomi-osaka-retires-in-second-set-of-bad-homburg-final-with-foot-injury-1.500588903 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-25/hopo0tqj/newsml_afp_com_20260625T121643Z_doc_b8aj92z.jpeg Japan's Naomi Osaka reacts as she plays against Russia's Ekaterina Alexandrova during the women's singles quarter-final match of the WTA 500 Bad Homburg Open tennis tournament in Bad Homburg, western Germany on June 25, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-27T15:40:19.584+04:00 Naomi Osaka retires in second set of Bad Homburg final with foot injury Tennis, Tennis https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-welcomes-lebanon-israel-framework-agreement-backs-regional-stability-1.500588888 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/xl62ptlm/UAE UAE praises the diplomatic efforts of US President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio in facilitating the agreement. Gulf News en 2026-06-27T15:23:23.591+04:00 UAE welcomes Lebanon-Israel framework agreement, backs regional stability UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-strongly-condemns-hostile-drone-attacks-by-iran-on-bahrain-1.500588860 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/08/13/Stock-Bahrain-Manama-skyline-_173e8569eab_large.jpg A view of Manama skyline. Gulf News en 2026-06-27T14:59:32.969+04:00 UAE strongly condemns hostile drone attacks by Iran on Bahrain Government, Bahrain, Bahrain, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/thailand-arrests-australian-after-17-year-old-found-dead-in-suitcase-1.500588853 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-21/qmvijcyl/Stock_crime_police_jailed_17c752f0df8_large.jpg The Australian remains in custody and has denied any role in the teenager's death. Gulf News en 2026-06-27T14:56:14.568+04:00 Thailand arrests Australian after 17-year-old found dead in suitcase Asia, Court-Crime https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/bahrain/bahrain-accuses-iran-of-drone-attack-condemns-flagrant-violation-of-sovereignty-1.500588796 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/05/21/1.837190_2487881028_16adacd9570_large.jpg Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the drone attack threatened the safety of citizens and residents. Gulf News en 2026-06-27T13:42:08.309+04:00 Bahrain accuses Iran of drone attack, condemns 'flagrant violation' of sovereignty Bahrain https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/lionel-messi-to-start-dead-rubber-world-cup-group-match-on-bench-1.500588762 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/2hktzhgn/preview.jpg Argentina's Lionel Messi is seen during a training session in Kansas City. Gulf News en 2026-06-27T13:00:53.962+04:00 Lionel Messi to start dead-rubber World Cup group match on bench World Cup, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/who-are-the-third-placed-teams-that-have-qualified-for-the-fifa-world-cup-round-of-32-1.500588752 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/7ev235rq/shared-image-13.jpeg Best third-placed teams https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/7ev235rq/shared-image-13.jpeg Best third-placed teams Gulf News en 2026-06-27T12:52:52.807+04:00 Who are the third-placed teams that have qualified for the FIFA World Cup Round of 32? World Cup, football https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/yeremy-pino-nico-williams-injuries-mar-spains-world-cup-progress-1.500588755 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/dlxfg7uf/newsml_afp_com_20260627T015621Z_doc_b8h386x.jpeg Uruguay's midfielder #06 Rodrigo Bentancur and Spain's forward #11 Yeremy Pino fight for the ball during the 2026 World Cup Group H football match at the Guadalajara Stadium in Zapopan on June 26, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-27T12:49:37.899+04:00 Yeremy Pino, Nico Williams injuries mar Spain's World Cup progress World Cup, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/yemen/lightning-strike-kills-entire-family-in-yemen-1.500588746 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/7nk3kclo/Lightning Authorities have yet to comment on the cause of the lightning strike or confirm whether an investigation has been launched. Gulf News en 2026-06-27T12:48:26.431+04:00 Lightning strike kills entire family in Yemen Yemen, Yemen https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/travelling-with-gold-saudi-arabia-has-lowered-its-declaration-threshold-1.500588710 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/0k153a0a/gold First-time violations that do not involve suspected money laundering are subject to fines ranging from 10% to 25% of the value of the undeclared assets, rising to 50 per cent for repeat offences. Gulf News en 2026-06-27T12:33:27.505+04:00 Travelling with gold? Saudi Arabia has lowered its declaration threshold Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/uae/gargash-welcomes-lebanon-israel-framework-agreement-as-step-towards-sovereignty-1.500588741 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/50giruq9/Gargash Gargash said the agreement represented "an important and positive step" towards enabling Lebanon to regain full sovereignty over its territory. Gulf News en 2026-06-27T12:33:12.257+04:00 Gargash welcomes Lebanon-Israel framework agreement as step towards sovereignty UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/abu-dhabi-launches-ai-powered-virtual-human-twin-project-to-transform-healthcare-1.500588730 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/qq5i37cz/IMG5735.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-27T12:30:40.152+04:00 Abu Dhabi launches AI-powered virtual human twin project to transform healthcare Health https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/stale-solbakken-defends-resting-haaland-and-odegaard-after-france-thrashing-1.500588735 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/dab9wz4f/newsml_afp_com_20260616T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282069770.jpeg Stale Solbakken, Head Coach of Norway Gulf News en 2026-06-27T12:22:06.361+04:00 Stale Solbakken defends resting Haaland and Odegaard after France thrashing World Cup, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-critic-john-bolton-pleads-guilty-in-classified-documents-case-1.500588718 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/0t32lspm/newsml_afp_com_20251017T000000Z_PH_GTY_2241218410.jpeg Former US National Security Advisor John Bolton Gulf News en 2026-06-27T12:08:55.683+04:00 Trump critic John Bolton pleads guilty in classified documents case Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/inside-the-us-plan-to-end-the-israel-lebanon-conflict-1.500588711 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/4pwyka6n/Lebanon.jpg Hezbollah supporters block the old airport road in the southern suburbs of Beirut, with burning tires to protest against the trilateral agreement that was signed between the US, Israel and Lebanon on June 27, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-27T11:57:51.286+04:00 Inside the US plan to end the Israel-Lebanon conflict Mena, Israel, Lebanon, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/hollywood/california-court-upholds-harvey-weinstein-rape-verdict-orders-resentencing-1.500588706 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-15/ua683kxp/newsml_afp_com_20260515T000000Z_PH_GTY_2275810443.jpeg Former Hollywood film producer Harvey Weinstein appears in Manhattan criminal court for the retrial of his rape case on May 15, 2026, in New York City. Gulf News en 2026-06-27T11:47:34.596+04:00 California court upholds Harvey Weinstein rape verdict, orders resentencing HollyWood, hollywood https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/ai-is-helping-scientists-decode-birdsong-and-human-animal-conversations-may-be-closer-than-ever-1.500588694 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/04x0z3nh/pexels-quang-nguyen-vinh-222549-35105588.jpg Researchers spent more than a decade recording thousands of vocalisations before using machine learning to organise and analyse the data. Gulf News en 2026-06-27T11:29:58.446+04:00 AI is helping scientists decode birdsong — and human-animal conversations may be closer than ever Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/venezuela-earthquakes-kill-nearly-1000-tens-of-thousands-missing-1.500588684 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/cikm6mmz/newsml_afp_com_20260627T023709Z_doc_b8h44zw.jpeg Volunteers work at the site of a collapsed building following earthquakes in Caraballeda, La Guaira state, Venezuela, on June 26, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-27T11:10:24.550+04:00 Venezuela earthquakes kill nearly 1,000, tens of thousands missing Americas, Earthquake https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-unveils-us-passport-featuring-his-own-portrait-for-americas-250th-anniversary-1.500588677 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/u2xhbp2i/0ff3f98806ee210b.avif The image features a glowering Trump leaning on his desk and his signature. Gulf News en 2026-06-27T11:03:38.255+04:00 Trump unveils US passport featuring his own portrait for America's 250th anniversary Americas https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/5-korean-and-chinese-dramas-that-feel-like-warm-happiness-in-a-bowl-my-royal-nemesis-to-love-in-the-clouds-1.500588627 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/7hkhevp8/myroyal.webp A still from My Royal Nemesis https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/akmfd1i1/Crash_Course_in_Romance_2023___188581d626c_original_ratio.jpg ‘Crash Course in Romance streaming on Netflix https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-18/ai3zh3dc/netflix.jpg Netflix's The Wonderfools has received strong reviews from fans Gulf News en 2026-06-27T10:20:24.556+04:00 5 Korean and Chinese dramas that feel like warm happiness in a bowl: My Royal Nemesis to Love in the Clouds Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/kerala-rigger-in-saudi-arabia-celebrates-dh25000-big-ticket-win-with-group-of-10-friends-1.500588635 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/un62sy1q/JAYAKRISHNAN-KANNAN-REMANI.jpeg Jayakrishnan Kannan Gulf News en 2026-06-27T10:05:18.079+04:00 Kerala rigger in Saudi Arabia celebrates Dh25,000 Big Ticket win with group of 10 friends UAE, UAE, Indian expats, Saudi Arabia, Big Ticket https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/egypt-make-history-with-first-ever-world-cup-knockout-spot-1.500588633 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/h4rjdst8/newsml_afp_com_20260626T000000Z_PH_GTY_2283521862.jpeg Mehdi Taremi #9 and Saeid Ezatolahi #6 of Iran look on as a header hits the crossbar during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G match against Egypt at Seattle Stadium on June 26, 2026 in Seattle, Washington. Gulf News en 2026-06-27T09:55:18.287+04:00 Egypt make history with first-ever World Cup knockout spot World Cup, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/belgium-into-world-cup-last-32-with-new-zealand-rout-1.500588604 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/ejsvbvt8/newsml_afp_com_20260626T000000Z_PH_GTY_2283513356.jpeg Leandro Trossard #10 of Belgium scores his team's first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G match against New Zealand at BC Place Vancouver on June 26, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia. Gulf News en 2026-06-27T09:41:36.972+04:00 Belgium into World Cup last 32 with New Zealand rout World Cup, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/south-indian/veteran-tamil-filmmaker-k-bhagyaraj-dies-after-heart-attack-1.500588608 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/6ip9t3qz/K-Bhagyaraj.jpg K Bhagyaraj Gulf News en 2026-06-27T09:27:51.212+04:00 Veteran Tamil filmmaker K Bhagyaraj dies after heart attack South-Indian, Tamil Cinema https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi-based-indian-architect-wins-dh25000-in-big-ticket-weekly-e-draw-1.500588597 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/9nra1x03/Ilanzhsuriyan-Vijayakumar.jpeg Ilanzhsuriyan Vijayakumar Gulf News en 2026-06-27T09:17:26.182+04:00 Abu Dhabi-based Indian architect wins Dh25,000 in Big Ticket weekly e-draw UAE, UAE, Indian expats, Big Ticket https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/uruguay-crash-out-of-world-cup-as-spain-avoid-argentina-clash-1.500588510 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/j1n0j30x/newsml_afp_com_20260627T005814Z_doc_b8h28x3.jpeg Spain's midfielder #15 Alex Baena scores a goal during the 2026 World Cup Group H football match against Uruguay at the Guadalajara Stadium in Zapopan on June 26, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-27T08:26:55.590+04:00 Uruguay crash out of World Cup as Spain avoid Argentina clash World Cup, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/2026-world-cup-cape-verde-set-up-argentina-showdown-after-fairytale-run-1.500588508 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/zgp6fr2l/newsml_afp_com_20260627T005241Z_doc_b8h2937.jpeg Cape Verde's defender #24 Wagner Pina (L) takes the ball as defender #08 Joao Paulo is challenged by Saudi Arabia's midfielder #23 Mohamed Kanno during the 2026 World Cup Group H football match at the Houston Stadium in Houston on June 26, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-27T08:19:12.108+04:00 2026 World Cup: Cape Verde set up Argentina showdown after fairytale run World Cup, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/abu-dhabi-launches-new-framework-to-regulate-testing-of-autonomous-marine-vessels-1.500588555 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/apg74vn0/boat.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-27T08:07:13.746+04:00 Abu Dhabi launches new framework to regulate testing of autonomous marine vessels Transport, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-fair-to-partly-cloudy-conditions-fog-chance-and-rougher-seas-expected-1.500588372 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/x8odl4om/Weather Winds will be light to moderate, becoming fresh at times westward, moving southeasterly to northwesterly at speeds of 10 to 20km/h and reaching 35km/h. Gulf News en 2026-06-27T08:02:47.228+04:00 UAE weather: Fair to partly cloudy conditions, fog chance and rougher seas expected Weather, UAE weather https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/pape-gueye-double-inspires-senegal-to-record-5-0-win-over-iraq-1.500588411 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/g6ed3fa0/newsml_afp_com_20260626T204619Z_doc_b8gh4wk.jpeg Senegal's midfielder #26 Pape Gueye scores his team's fouth goal during the 2026 World Cup Group I football match against Iraq at the Toronto Stadium in Toronto on June 26, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-27T07:23:48.959+04:00 Pape Gueye double inspires Senegal to record 5-0 win over Iraq World Cup, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/ousmane-dembele-hat-trick-powers-france-past-norway-at-world-cup-1.500588527 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/19306par/newsml_afp_com_20260626T193714Z_doc_b8gj2m9.jpeg France's forward Ousmane Dembele scores his team's third goal during the 2026 World Cup Group I football match against Norway at the Boston Stadium in Foxborough on June 26, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-27T07:12:35.192+04:00 Ousmane Dembele hat-trick powers France past Norway at World Cup World Cup, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/israel-lebanon-talks-resume-iran-strike-on-vessel-pauses-un-hormuz-evacuation-1.500587361 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/muudj3dx/newsml_afp_com_20260626T181234Z_doc_b8g778x.jpeg US Secretary of State Marco Rubio (C, back) looks on as (L/R, front row) Israeli Ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter, State Department Chief of Staff Daniel Holler, and Lebanese Ambassador to the US Nada Hamadeh sign a framework agreement at the US Department of State in Washington, DC, on June 26, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/kk15r2ua/newsml_afp_com_20260626T030513Z_doc_b8d964b.jpeg Rafael Mariano Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), speaks at the prime minister's office in Tokyo on June 26, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-27T06:39:28.292+04:00 Lebanon, Israel and US sign trilateral deal in Washington Mena, Americas, Donald Trump, Iran Israel conflict, Lebanon, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uae-india-flights-are-airfares-dropping-as-more-flights-return-ahead-of-summer-holidays-1.500587939 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-05/grx5p3xn/preview.jpg Passengers wait outside the Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi, India. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/08/09/Stock-India-UAE-travel_189d9e76c3c_large.jpg Passengers at an airport terminal in India as UAE-India travel demand rises during the summer holiday season. Gulf News en 2026-06-27T06:00:00.000+04:00 UAE-India flights: Are airfares dropping as more flights return ahead of summer holidays? Aviation, Travel, India UAE travel https://gulfnews.com/uae/is-your-fridge-spoiling-your-food-in-uae-summers-experts-reveal-early-warning-signs-and-health-risks-at-45c-1.500588332 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/johjssbf/pexels-rdne-5591933.jpg Homeowners also notice is that the sides of the fridge become unusually hot. This happens as the appliance is working much harder to push heat out of the cooling system. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/pgyncjps/pexels-kevin-malik-9031968.jpg Water pooling beneath the appliance, excessive condensation and the compressors rapidly switching on and off, are also warning signs that cannot be ignored. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/iw136bt9/Jungsik-suh.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/ex5hi36q/Ashish_Panjabi__COO__Jackys_200x190.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/v0j0kggd/WhatsApp_Image_2026_06_25_at_18_21_09.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-27T06:00:00.000+04:00 Is your fridge spoiling your food in UAE summers? Experts reveal early warning signs and health risks at 45°C UAE, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/ask-us/uae-july-six-major-changes-every-resident-needs-to-know-1.500588398 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/xk4slq4d/FotoJet.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-25/d7jlojeo/Etihad-Rail-Passenger-Station-in-Mohammed-Bin-Zayed-City-Abu-Dhabi Etihad Rail Passenger Station in Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi, https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-25/7eia5qf3/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-25-at-5.54.20-PM.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-20/i15cpkde/Copy-of-Copy-of-Gems-Metropole-Schoolerreee.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-18/rrz9zd17/Sharjah-parking https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/0sbejm65/Dubai-Summer-Surprises-2026Retail.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-19/u6i23g67/E-invoicing.jpg The UAE has launched the pilot phase of its Electronic Invoicing System as part of a phased rollout of digital invoicing across the country. Gulf News en 2026-06-27T06:00:00.000+04:00 Six major changes in the UAE this July that residents should know Living-Ask-Us, Indian expats, UAE schools, Etihad Rail https://gulfnews.com/uae-success-stories/from-kitchen-helper-to-culinary-mentor-why-this-filipino-expat-is-committed-to-giving-back-in-the-uae-1.500588419 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/ny9kgpfy/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-25-at-06.26.37.jpeg Francis Diesto Danganan, founder of Philippine Chefs Association UAE https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/iokdcgtt/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-25-at-06.19.14.jpeg Francis Diesto Danganan when he worked as a kitchen helper in a Japanese restaurant https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/92ewm3aw/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-25-at-06.23.29.jpeg Francis Diesto Danganan working in the kitchen https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/juvtoonc/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-25-at-06.16.29.jpeg Francis Diesto Danganan conducting a free training for aspiring chefs Gulf News en 2026-06-27T05:45:00.000+04:00 From kitchen helper to culinary mentor: Why this Filipino expat is committed to giving back in the UAE UAE Success Stories, people, UAE, Pinoy, Stories-of-success, UAE https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/open-web-was-never-built-to-become-free-training-data-for-ai-chatbots-1.500580309 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-19/p4csex3w/OPN-AI-chatbots-Read-Only.jpg One of the most immediate concerns regarding AI is basic. Who gave AI companies permission to ingest vast portions of the internet in the first place? Gulf News en 2026-06-27T05:02:00.000+04:00 Open web was never built to become free training data for AI chatbots Op-Eds, Technology, AI, technology https://gulfnews.com/uae/gargash-reaffirms-uaes-commitment-to-diplomacy-and-gulf-security-after-iran-call-1.500588368 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/vik8gxs7/Gargash In a post on X, Gargash said the call demonstrated the UAE's active role and influence in regional security and stability. Gulf News en 2026-06-26T23:54:50.570+04:00 Gargash reaffirms UAE's commitment to diplomacy and Gulf security after Iran call UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-allocates-10-million-for-venezuela-earthquake-relief-under-presidents-directives-1.500588362 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-25/y2da7yxm/newsml_afp_com_20260625T210824Z_doc_b8cm8fg.jpeg Locals walk amid rubble following a twin earthquake in Caraballeda, La Guaira state, about 40 km northeast of Caracas, on June 25, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-26T23:49:45.722+04:00 UAE allocates $10 million for Venezuela earthquake relief under President's directives Government https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-seizes-25-million-illicit-pills-more-than-a-tonne-of-drugs-1.500588352 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/7dojm1kf/Saudi-Arabia Traffickers used a range of concealment methods, including hiding narcotics inside food consignments, equipment, vehicles and trucks. Gulf News en 2026-06-26T23:36:03.383+04:00 Saudi Arabia seizes 25 million illicit pills, more than a tonne of drugs Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/friday/lifetstyle/messi-ronaldo-and-footballs-endless-arguments-1.500588361 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/0vow1j9x/FR260626Just-a-Thought2.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-26T23:33:44.722+04:00 Messi, Ronaldo and football's endless arguments Friday-Lifetstyle, Friday https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/navigating-tomorrows-tax-compliance-landscape-1.500588354 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/7j95tvos/SU260618BizLeadersAlia-Noor-NEW-PIC.jpg Alia Noor, Associate Partner, Taxation & Compliance, Ahmad Alagbari Chartered Accountants Gulf News en 2026-06-26T23:17:51.236+04:00 Navigating tomorrow’s tax compliance landscape GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/building-momentum-beyond-business-set-up-with-sharjeel-akhtar-1.500588349 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/0cxg15ba/SU260818BizLeaders-Momentum-Sharjeel-NEW.jpg Sharjeel Akhtar Gulf News en 2026-06-26T23:07:58.436+04:00 Building momentum beyond business set-up with Sharjeel Akhtar GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/elli-kasbi-builds-dreams-one-child-at-a-time-1.500588344 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/wgi37dmb/SU260618BizLeadersElli-Kasbi-LEAD.jpg Elli Kasbi, Founder, Elli Junior Gulf News en 2026-06-26T23:03:22.729+04:00 Elli Kasbi builds dreams, one child at a time GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/our-60th-anniversary-celebrates-the-past-and-launches-the-decades-ahead-1.500588343 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/sk2qbejj/SU260618BizLeadersAmerican-School-of-Dubai-JSparrow.jpg Dr Jennifer Sparrow Gulf News en 2026-06-26T22:56:28.390+04:00 “Our 60th anniversary celebrates the past and launches the decades ahead” GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/lebanon-israel-us-sign-trilateral-framework-agreement-in-washington-1.500588290 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/fbd8ajqx/newsml_afp_com_20260626T180744Z_doc_b8g94kr.jpeg US Secretary of State Marco Rubio (C, back) looks on as (L/R, front row) Israeli Ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter, State Department Chief of Staff Daniel Holler, and Lebanese Ambassador to the US Nada Hamadeh sign a framework agreement at the US Department of State in Washington, DC, on June 26, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-26T22:48:43.562+04:00 Lebanon, Israel, US sign trilateral framework agreement in Washington Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/global-entrepreneur-dr-john-sachtouras-inspires-leaders-empowers-millions-1.500588338 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/l2ohgmg6/Dr-John-Sachtouras.jpg Dr John Sachtouras Gulf News en 2026-06-26T22:46:36.769+04:00 Global entrepreneur Dr John Sachtouras inspires leaders, empowers millions GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/what-the-khorfakkan-mango-festival-offers-to-local-farmers-and-families-1.500588291 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/xo7qr4jc/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-26-at-21.40.51-2.jpeg The three-day Khorfakkan Mango Festival operates under the theme "Mango: Our Fruit, Our Wealth" held at Expo Khorfakkan https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/8m5zuh1a/mango.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/eozhoc7l/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-26-at-18.01.56.jpeg Abdulaziz Al Shamsi, assistant director general of the communication and business sector of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/ogblbsmx/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-26-at-18.01.56-3.jpeg Alkaabj Farm stall https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/wm615brj/WhatsApp_Image_2026_06_26_at_21_40_51.jpeg Amar Fisal, owner of Alkaabj Farm https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/6wccjwtq/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-26-at-21.40.50.jpeg Syed Saleem Akhtar, senior vice chairman of the Pakistan Business Council in Sharjah https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/i72ezv5q/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-26-at-18.01.41.jpeg Pakistan Pavilion https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/62w5c2o7/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-26-at-18.01.55-2.jpeg Ambassador Aisa Ismail, deputy head of mission and in charge of Uganda Consulate in Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/8s10qkbb/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-26-at-18.01.56-2.jpeg Chamoyah stall https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/k0w18w69/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-26-at-21.40.50-2.jpeg Jay Menorca, owner of Chamoyah https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/qp14fgs1/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-26-at-21.40.51-3.jpeg Emiratis performing their traditional dance https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/6j2ncmux/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-26-at-18.01.41-2.jpeg Expo Khorfakkan Gulf News en 2026-06-26T22:18:07.704+04:00 What the Khorfakkan Mango Festival offers to local farmers and families people, UAE, UAE, events, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/venezuela-earthquake-death-toll-jumps-to-589-as-50000-remain-missing-1.500588274 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/gsoj9w9a/newsml_afp_com_20260626T152216Z_doc_b8fg8cq.jpeg A volunteer makes his way through the rubble of a collapsed building following twin earthquakes in Caraballeda, La Guaira State, some 40 km northeast of Caracas, on June 25, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-25/rce5ey0a/newsml_afp_com_20260625T213511Z_doc_b8cq3zw.jpeg Volunteers assemble, sort and pack donations bound for Venezuela as relief organizations work to deliver emergency supplies after two major earthquakes hit northern Venezuela, at the Global Empowerment Mission headquarters in Miami, Florida, on June 25, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-25/o44nxhju/newsml_afp_com_20260625T213212Z_doc_b8cq3mf.jpeg Local residents deliver donations bound for Venezuela as relief organizations work to deliver emergency supplies after two major earthquakes hit northern Venezuela, at the Global Empowerment Mission headquarters in Miami, Florida, on June 25, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-25/o7z3op1j/newsml_afp_com_20260625T203109Z_doc_b8ck66c.jpeg People gather outside the Domingo Luciani hospital searching for relatives following twin earthquakes in Caracas, Venezuela on June 25, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-25/e96nf53i/newsml_afp_com_20260625T033629Z_doc_b88y2cw.jpeg People gather on a street next to a damaged car and building following an earthquake in Valencia, Venezuela on June 24, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/x0gxo8un/newsml_afp_com_20260626T160309Z_doc_b8fk69e.jpeg A man stands over the rubble of a collapse building following twin earthquakes in Caraballeda, La Guaira State, some 40 km northeast of Caracas, on June 25, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/xhyw11c0/newsml_afp_com_20260626T152217Z_doc_b8ff9ta.jpeg A man carries a bag as volunteers search for victims in the rubble of a collapsed building (background) following twin earthquakes in Caraballeda, La Guaira State, some 40 km northeast of Caracas, on June 25, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/iynhywtq/newsml_afp_com_20260626T152216Z_doc_b8fg8ke.jpeg Volunteers search through the rubble of a collapsed building following twin earthquakes in Caraballeda, La Guaira State, some 40 km northeast of Caracas, on June 25, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/9e72mfbm/newsml_afp_com_20260626T025457Z_doc_b8d963x.jpeg Rescue teams operate heavy machinery at the site of a collapsed building in Caracas on June 25, 2026, following earthquakes. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/erbrolf1/newsml_afp_com_20260626T054435Z_doc_b8df2t3.jpeg Rescue workers and volunteers search through the rubble of a collapsed building in Caracas on June 25, 2026, following a series of earthquakes. Gulf News en 2026-06-26T21:39:40.443+04:00 Venezuela earthquake death toll jumps to 589 as 50,000 remain missing Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-threatens-100-per-cent-tariff-on-eu-countries-over-digital-services-tax-1.500588233 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-24/swgdkp7n/202505243411048.jpg Trump threatens 50 pc tariffs on EU, 25 pc penalties on Apple Gulf News en 2026-06-26T21:19:59.379+04:00 Trump threatens 100 per cent tariff on EU countries over digital services tax Americas, Europe https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-customs-seizes-406kg-of-drugs-and-23-million-pills-in-five-month-crackdown-1.500588216 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/tjbj1cay/Drugs In February, officers recorded 89 seizures involving 79.2kg of drugs and 213,000 pills. Gulf News en 2026-06-26T20:29:27.189+04:00 Dubai Customs seizes 406kg of drugs and 2.3 million pills in five-month crackdown UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/ireland-script-history-with-first-ever-win-over-indian-mens-team-in-any-international-format-1.500588210 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/i7xbhkkh/Ireland Ireland script history with first ever win over Indian men's team in any International format https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/i7xbhkkh/Ireland Ireland script history with first ever win over Indian men's team in any International format Gulf News en 2026-06-26T20:29:09.062+04:00 Ireland script history with first-ever win over Indian men's team in any International format Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-mediation-secures-release-of-320-russian-and-ukrainian-prisoners-1.500588197 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/9b281mlg/UAE The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reaffirmed that the UAE will continue its efforts to support initiatives aimed at reaching a peaceful resolution to the conflict in Ukraine. Gulf News en 2026-06-26T20:01:49.950+04:00 UAE mediation secures release of 320 Russian and Ukrainian prisoners UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/photos/paris-opens-parks-overnight-as-record-heat-grips-france-1.500588084 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/9ahnvkql/Copy-of-693149-01-02.jpg People sit on the grass to shelter from the heat in the Parc des Buttes-Chaumont in Paris, as France experiences a heatwave. Hundreds of Parisians seeking relief from the heat took refuge in the Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, in the north-east of the capital, which has remained open round the clock throughout the heatwave affecting France. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/giiu2ixa/Copy-of-693117-01-02.jpg A man rests on a bench to shelter from the heat in the Parc des Buttes-Chaumont in Paris. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/uh85e3y3/Copy-of-693124-01-02.jpg People sit on the grass to shelter from the heat. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/2nf5z5bv/Copy-of-693125-01-02.jpg People chat as they shelter from the heat in the Parc des Buttes-Chaumont in Paris. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/b5a2bcoq/Copy-of-693128-01-02.jpg People sit on the grass to shelter from the heat. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/1dnxjjeq/Copy-of-693135-01-02.jpg Families sitting on grass in the evening as they shelter from the heat in the Parc des Buttes-Chaumont in Paris. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/nryzxejy/Copy-of-693138-01-02.jpg A man sits on a bench to shelter from the heat in the Parc des Buttes-Chaumont. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/mxfy0snh/Copy-of-693146-01-02.jpg A young man (C) holds a cake while celebrating his birthday with his friends. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/wmd7xwb7/Copy-of-693149-01-02.jpg People sit on the grass to shelter from the heat in the Parc des Buttes-Chaumont in Paris. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/525ir3s1/Copy-of-693174-01-02.jpg A woman looks at her mobile phone while sheltering from the heat. Gulf News en 2026-06-26T19:28:22.949+04:00 Paris opens parks overnight as record heat grips France Photos https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/beyond-the-terminal-a-calling-from-inevitable-india-1.500588138 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-04-04/aveou3sk/India-Stock-MArket-4.jpg The Bombay Stock Exchange in Mumbai Gulf News en 2026-06-26T19:14:52.102+04:00 Beyond the terminal: A calling from ‘Inevitable India’ India https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/false-emergency-alerts-in-uae-traced-to-technical-malfunction-ncema-1.500588107 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-04/v7kx3b35/STOCK-UAE-FLAG The corrective measures were carried out in line with approved emergency response procedures to minimise any disruption. Gulf News en 2026-06-26T18:47:23.848+04:00 False emergency alerts in UAE traced to technical malfunction: NCEMA Government https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/shawk-the-hawk-predicts-senegal-to-win-against-iraq-1.500588105 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-11/fgby4vkk/Screenshot-2026-06-11-at-2.53.31-PM.png All those who once eagerly relied on Paul the Octopus in 2010, and Shaheen the Camel for the 2014 FIFA World Cup could look forward to the latest animal predictor: Shawk the Hawk. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-11/fgby4vkk/Screenshot-2026-06-11-at-2.53.31-PM.png All those who once eagerly relied on Paul the Octopus in 2010, and Shaheen the Camel for the 2014 FIFA World Cup could look forward to the latest animal predictor: Shawk the Hawk. Gulf News en 2026-06-26T18:35:28.661+04:00 Shawk the hawk predicts Senegal to win against Iraq World Cup, Shawk the Hawk Predictions https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/small-plane-crashes-into-beijings-tallest-skyscraper-triggering-security-lockdown-1.500588091 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/429pwl5q/ChinaPlaneCrash33561-16179-Read-Only.jpg The aircraft, described by witnesses as roughly the size of a car, slammed into the 109-storey CITIC Tower shortly before 6pm local time. Gulf News en 2026-06-26T18:31:48.966+04:00 Small plane crashes into Beijing's tallest skyscraper, triggering security lockdown Asia https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/fake-world-cup-streaming-links-could-steal-your-passwords-and-bank-details-1.500588037 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/03/20/Streaming-generic_170f870ae6a_large.jpg According to international reports, more than 19,000 fraudulent websites linked to the World Cup have appeared online. Gulf News en 2026-06-26T18:12:52.773+04:00 Fake World Cup streaming links could steal your passwords and bank details Crime, World Cup https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-iran-discuss-regional-developments-following-us-iran-agreement-1.500588058 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/txwb951v/UAE-IRAN The two ministers reviewed the overall situation in the region and the latest regional developments in the aftermath of the agreement. Gulf News en 2026-06-26T17:55:21.579+04:00 UAE, Iran discuss regional developments following US-Iran agreement Government, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/magnitude-67-quake-hits-off-southern-philippines-1.500587959 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-08/mqysjtmd/newsml_afp_com_20260608T070317Z_doc_b6by89e.jpeg Huddled schoolchildren in a field reacting during a 7.8 magnitude earthquake in Malita town, Davao del Sur province on June 8, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-26T16:53:06.031+04:00 Magnitude 6.7 quake hits off southern Philippines Philippines https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/brad-pitt-wins-key-court-ruling-in-château-miraval-dispute-with-angelina-jolie-1.500587964 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/z1418m5j/Brad_Pitt_and_Angelina_Jolie1_1577192280473_16f37fc5199_original_ratio.jpg The couple had separated in 2016 Gulf News en 2026-06-26T16:36:36.760+04:00 Brad Pitt wins key court ruling in Château Miraval dispute with Angelina Jolie Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/fighting/mayweather-pacquiao-rematch-postponed-indefinitely-as-legal-woes-derail-mega-fight-1.500587942 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/c7tez4yy/Manny_Pacquiao_17c090e1e1c_original_ratio.jpg For months, questions had swirled over what the event would actually be. Gulf News en 2026-06-26T16:08:29.313+04:00 Mayweather-Pacquiao rematch postponed indefinitely as legal woes derail mega fight Fighting https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/uae-launches-e-invoicing-pilot-phase-businesses-prepare-for-new-digital-invoice-system-1.500587897 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-19/u6i23g67/E-invoicing.jpg The UAE has launched the pilot phase of its Electronic Invoicing System as part of a phased rollout of digital invoicing across the country. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/q0dv8pfw/Speakers٠٢-.jpg-1.jpeg The UAE Ministry of Finance announces the pilot phase of the electronic invoicing system at an awareness event held in collaboration with Federal Tax Authority. Gulf News en 2026-06-26T15:37:46.003+04:00 UAE launches e-invoicing pilot phase: Businesses prepare for new digital invoice system Banking, UAE tax https://gulfnews.com/auto/al-ghurair-mobility-opens-sixth-exeed-showroom-in-sharjah-as-part-of-uae-expansion-1.500587787 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/aonaeomi/MVR03333Edited.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/p3kpm1w3/MVR03807.jpg Ricky Mullins, Executive Vice president of EXEED UAE https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/xl0k5q0p/MVR03717.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-26T15:18:45.206+04:00 Al Ghurair Mobility opens sixth EXEED showroom in Sharjah as part of UAE expansion Auto, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/housing/how-to-get-a-mortgage-in-the-uae-everything-first-time-buyers-need-to-know-1.500587836 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/fi1lpz4q/pexels-rdne-8293750.jpg Salary is one of the most important factors in mortgage approvals but as experts told Gulf News, a lower salary can sometimes outperform a higher one when it comes to getting approved. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/bc64xnhm/Rohan_Bhaskar_Managing_Director_Meraki_Group_jpg__1___1_.jpeg Rohan Bhaskar, Managing Director, Meraki Group https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/di7osvqh/Zhou_Yuan_Operations_Director__Tomorrow_World.jpeg Zhou Yuan, Operations Director, Tomorrow World Properties https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/ps634euj/Arran_Summerhill__COO___Co_Founder_of_Holo.jpg Arran Summerhill, COO and Co-Founder of Holo https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/loe5vva3/Adriaan.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-26T15:13:11.410+04:00 How to get a mortgage in the UAE: Everything first time buyers need to know Living-Housing, Property, YourMoney-Saving-Investment, Dubai property, Dubai rents https://gulfnews.com/business/ajman-free-zone-gulf-news-to-convene-leaders-on-business-set-up-and-market-access-in-the-uae-1.500587849 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/bxrf350h/shutterstock2424450089.jpg Ajman Free Zone's Reset & Rise: The Road Ahead for UAE Business explores UAE business policy and long-term pathways for company creation and growth https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/ngyzvn00/LeadGen_1200x628_Reset_Rise.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/b5u04un3/D98E88AC-81D0-4E73-BA1F-D53C75FAB9AD-GN-ARCHIVES.jpg Ajman Free Zone (AFZ) is a dynamic ecosystem that offers businesses and investors a sustainable environment to help accelerate growth and development. Gulf News en 2026-06-26T15:08:51.161+04:00 Ajman Free Zone to convene leaders on business set-up and market access in the UAE Business