https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/magnitude-71-earthquake-strikes-venezuela-usgs-1.500585926 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/08/16/Magnitude-6.1-earthquake-shakes-Taiwan_19159b90cad_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-25T02:33:32.617+04:00 Magnitude 7.1 earthquake strikes Venezuela: USGS Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trump-slams-poorly-timed-iran-war-vote-as-rubio-says-lebanon-ceasefire-separate-from-deal-1.500584785 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/4jn52e88/newsml_afp_com_20260624T164349Z_doc_b87f76m.jpeg This hand out photo provided by the Kuwait's news agency KUNA on June 24, 2026 shows the Amir of Kuwait Sheikh Meshal al-Ahmad al-Jaber al-Sabah (Top 3rd-L) receiving the US Secretary of State Marco Rubio (Top L) at the Bayan Palace in Kuwait City. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/iqdit5z2/newsml_afp_com_20260624T100135Z_doc_b84t9h4.jpeg US Secretary of State Marco Rubio (L) talks to UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al-Nahyan before boarding a US Air Force aircraft at Al-Bateen Executive Airport, en route to Kuwait, in Abu Dhabi on June 24, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/t0s5oiti/newsml_afp_com_20260624T164349Z_doc_b87f76m.jpeg This hand out photo provided by the Kuwait's news agency KUNA on June 24, 2026 shows the Amir of Kuwait Sheikh Meshal al-Ahmad al-Jaber al-Sabah (Top 3rd-L) receiving the US Secretary of State Marco Rubio (Top L) at the Bayan Palace in Kuwait City. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/igrys3vt/newsml_afp_com_20260624T162952Z_doc_b87f77f.jpeg US Secretary of State Marco Rubio walks with Kuwait's Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled al-Hamad al-Sabah after their meeting at Bayan Palace during Rubio's visit to the Middle East to discuss the interim deal between the US and Iran with Arab Gulf allies, in Kuwait City on June 24, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-25T02:31:24.900+04:00 US Secretary of State Rubio assures Gulf states ahead of Iran talks in Switzerland June 29 or 30 Mena, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/philippines-now-ranks-no-1-in-asean-for-budget-transparency-theres-a-big-catch-1.500585735 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-02/w1nl17cb/Screenshot-2026-02-02-at-4.15.14-PM.png During an on-site inspection on February 1, 2026, Philippine Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Vince Dizon expressed dismay over the stagnation of this flyover project in Albay province, east of Manila. The five-year work stoppage came despite a hefty ₱159 million budget allocation, puzzling locals. The 700-metre flyover, intended to ease traffic congestion along the Maharlika Highway, remains only 12% complete. The unfinished infrastructure stands as a stark reminder of a major challenge in public works oversight. Gulf News en 2026-06-25T02:13:19.558+04:00 Philippines now ranks No. 1 in ASEAN for budget transparency: There's a big catch Philippines https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/shawk-the-hawk-has-got-7-of-his-8-predictions-right-next-up-brazil-vs-scotland-1.500585843 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/n1nzspss/Shawk-the-hawk-predicts-Brazil-vs-Scotland Shawk the hawk predicts Brazil vs Scotland https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/n1nzspss/Shawk-the-hawk-predicts-Brazil-vs-Scotland Shawk the hawk predicts Brazil vs Scotland Gulf News en 2026-06-24T23:28:34.434+04:00 Shawk the hawk has got 7 of his 8 predictions right; Next up Brazil vs Scotland World Cup, Shawk the Hawk Predictions https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/adnoc-secures-worlds-largest-gas-cap-project-as-uae-boosts-role-in-global-energy-supply-1.500585787 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/eadkdejx/4g304vtg1ka1niupo.png Gulf News en 2026-06-24T22:54:52.770+04:00 ADNOC secures world's largest gas cap project as UAE boosts role in global energy supply Government, Business https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-emir-us-secretary-of-state-rubio-hold-talks-on-middle-east-developments-bilateral-ties-1.500585718 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/i31vtcwt/newsml_afp_com_20260624T164348Z_doc_b87f769.jpeg This hand out photo provided by the Kuwait's news agency KUNA on June 24, 2026 shows the Amir of Kuwait Sheikh Meshal al-Ahmad al-Jaber al-Sabah (R) receiving the US Secretary of State Marco Rubio at Bayan Palace in Kuwait City. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T22:40:15.834+04:00 Kuwait Emir, US Secretary of State Rubio hold talks on Middle East developments, bilateral ties Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-promises-to-protect-gulf-states-interests-in-iran-talks-1.500585205 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/igrys3vt/newsml_afp_com_20260624T162952Z_doc_b87f77f.jpeg Secretary of State Marco Rubio promised Gulf allies of the United States on Wednesday that Washington would protect their interests as it seeks to hammer out a final settlement of the Middle East war in talks with Iran. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T22:32:10.537+04:00 At odds on Hormuz: US promises to protect Gulf states' interests in Iran talks Mena https://gulfnews.com/uae/dh30m-uae-lottery-three-winners-walk-away-with-dh100000-each-did-you-make-it-1.500585782 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/x3pr4ezt/Screenshot-2026-06-24-at-9.34.30-PM.png UAE Lottery show host Chadi Khalaf during Lucky Day Draw No. 260624 Gulf News en 2026-06-24T22:02:56.557+04:00 Dh30m UAE Lottery: Three winners walk away with Dh100,000 each – did you make it? UAE, The UAE Lottery https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/qatar/qatar-shuts-17-travel-and-air-cargo-agencies-in-regulatory-crackdown-1.500585714 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-06/gat1g2jk/Qatarflag 17 travel and air cargo agencies have been shut down for failing to comply with aviation regulations, as authorities intensify oversight of the country's air transport sector. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T21:47:22.122+04:00 Qatar shuts 17 travel and air cargo agencies in regulatory crackdown Qatar, Qatar https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/anwar-gargash-hails-strength-of-uae-us-strategic-partnership-after-rubio-visit-1.500585771 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-16/8as97lm8/gulfnews2025-09-285ib6n3hwgulfnewsimport20190909190909-Anwar-Gargash16d16cd3086large.avif Dr Anwar Mohammed Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President Gulf News en 2026-06-24T21:42:47.615+04:00 Anwar Gargash hails strength of UAE-US strategic partnership after Rubio visit Government, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/19-bjp-councillors-retake-oath-after-kerala-high-court-cancels-earlier-swearing-in-1.500585774 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/0r0yei1c/BJP.jpg The Kerala High Court had ruled earlier in the day that oaths taken in the names of multiple deities were not legally valid. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T21:24:05.507+04:00 19 BJP councillors retake oath after Kerala High Court cancels earlier swearing-in India, Kerala politics https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-announces-flexible-summer-working-hours-for-government-employees-1.500585772 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/zqx3i1de/opn_edits_17db81ef5a4_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-24T21:14:40.657+04:00 Dubai announces flexible summer working hours for government employees UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/indian-passport-not-proof-of-citizenship-says-ministry-1.500585752 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-29/dnbsevf6/New-Indian-Passport-2025 47 countries have a visa on arrival for Indians, a ministry official said Gulf News en 2026-06-24T20:56:51.620+04:00 Indian passport not proof of citizenship, says ministry India https://gulfnews.com/business/dxb-transforms-its-air-traffic-control-tower-into-a-symbol-of-uae-pride-1.500585747 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/oa235h6x/DXB’s-iconic-landmark-reflects-the-spirit-of-the-UAE10.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/67s56e6n/DXB’s-iconic-landmark-reflects-the-spirit-of-the-UAE3.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/uta98poa/DXB’s-iconic-landmark-reflects-the-spirit-of-the-UAE5.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-24T20:53:13.827+04:00 DXB transforms its air traffic control tower into a symbol of UAE pride Business, Travel, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/bishwanath-sinha-to-take-over-as-kerala-chief-secretary-from-july-1-1.500585705 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/e4xv28eh/Bishwanath-Sinha.jpg Bishwanath Sinha Gulf News en 2026-06-24T20:01:52.603+04:00 Bishwanath Sinha to take over as Kerala Chief Secretary from July 1 India, kerala, Kerala politics https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/heart-found-its-home-pune-womans-romantic-posts-before-fiances-killing-1.500585658 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/7l3rkxs3/insta.gif While publicly preparing for her marriage to Ketan, investigators say Siya was also involved in a relationship with Chetan Babulal Chaudhary, a businessman she met at a business event last year. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/b6n23frx/siya.webp https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/7s47rbyg/heart.webp https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/7z3disa9/hirt.webp Gulf News en 2026-06-24T19:20:03.820+04:00 'Heart found its home’: Pune woman’s romantic posts before fiance’s killing India, crime, india https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/sharjah-police-staff-get-easier-vehicle-ownership-through-deal-1.500585531 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/yivm5u52/Sharjah-Police-staff-get-flexible-car-ownership-through-new-deal Sharjah Police staff get flexible car ownership through new deal https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/e90pzpqb/١.jpeg Sharjah Police staff get flexible car ownership through new deal Gulf News en 2026-06-24T18:30:16.467+04:00 Sharjah police staff get easier vehicle ownership through deal Transport https://gulfnews.com/travel/us-embassy-in-kuwait-resumes-operations-after-months-long-closure-as-regional-tensions-ease-1.500585585 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/ygvxtgza/US-flag.jpg The US Embassy in Kuwait has announced the resumption of normal operations after a temporary months-long suspension prompted by security concerns linked to Iranian attacks in the region. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T18:16:55.528+04:00 US Embassy in Kuwait resumes operations after months-long closure as regional tensions ease Travel, Kuwait, Mena, Gulf, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/heading-home-long-queues-hit-dubai-roads-as-accidents-slow-evening-commute-1.500585501 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/dt03u3yu/WEB_TRAFFIC166_16db117cb51_original_ratio.jpg Congestion spreads across E11, E66 and E311 as motorists face a slower journey home. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T17:28:15.939+04:00 Heading home? Long queues hit Dubai roads as accidents slow evening commute Transport https://gulfnews.com/sport/zlatan-mocks-ronaldo-after-portugal-at-world-cup-1.500585508 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/h70fuuqr/RONALDO-AND-ZLATAN.jpg Sometimes you can please everybody... https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/9fudk0v4/20260623718_kmmeJlZ.JPG Ronaldo scored twice in Portugal's second World Cup match Gulf News en 2026-06-24T17:28:13.884+04:00 Zlatan mocks Ronaldo after Portugal win at World Cup Sport, World Cup, Football, Cristiano Ronaldo, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/sport/brothers-divided-siblings-representing-different-nations-at-the-2026-world-cup-1.500585425 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/900ysfq3/Iñaki-Williams-and-Nico-Williams.jpg The World Cup brings forward the most interesting stories https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/khmzrmgh/1_16a0833c52f_1349650_3189432695_16a0833c52f_medium.jpg Jérôme & Kevin went head-to-head a few times for separate countries https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/2csnn8w1/Guela-Doue-and-Desire-Doue.jpg Guela Doue and Desire Doue https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/coiuba28/John-Souttar-AND-Harry-Souttar.jpg John Souttar and Harry Souttar Gulf News en 2026-06-24T17:17:06.025+04:00 Brothers Divided: Siblings Representing Different Nations at the 2026 World Cup Sport, World Cup, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-president-receives-us-secretary-of-state-marco-rubio-in-abu-dhabi-1.500585444 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/7uokxj2z/uae-us.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-24T17:15:25.283+04:00 UAE President receives US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Abu Dhabi Government https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/wave-your-flag-readers-share-their-fifa-world-cup-2026-photos-1.500583815 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/yxhiuwp6/Brazilia-supporters https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/3h4halcv/Sujith-Kattoor https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/s8jna3m0/MOHAMMAD-RIFAT https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/28m5ywks/SEBASTIAN-KANICHERIL-GEORGE https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/xsh6uxgf/Harshita-Tirthdas https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/80e9wuvr/Lisa-Stenbro https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/f9zih8bz/WhatsAppImage2026-06-19at4.54.23PM9.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/7x2o8sp3/5564c161-20b9-43fa-b89a-fa5feeaca16d.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/gtsaj6np/inbound174592402923072905.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/wqqn8op4/Barbara-Cossenzo Gulf News en 2026-06-24T17:13:20.727+04:00 Wave Your Flag: Readers share their FIFA World Cup 2026 photos Living-UAE, UAE, Sport, Football, World Cup https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/air-india-flight-briefly-enters-pakistan-airspace-during-go-around-1.500585438 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/08/10/air-india-new1.jpg_189dfe830bf_large.jpg The incident involved flight AI479 on June 22 and occurred during the aircraft’s approach to Amritsar, close to the India-Pakistan border. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T17:01:00.889+04:00 Air India flight briefly enters Pakistan airspace during go-around India, Pakistan, Aviation, Pakistan, india https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/heavy-rain-hits-uaes-eastern-region-with-more-unsettled-weather-through-the-weekend-1.500585389 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/pijysklf/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-24-at-4.32.39-PM.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-24T16:35:12.820+04:00 Heavy rain hits UAE's eastern region with more unsettled weather through the weekend Weather https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/why-are-trump-and-iran-telling-different-stories-about-what-they-agreed-to-1.500585404 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/b1y0iynh/irannuclear_1782303479630.jpg Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian listens to Atomic Energy Organisation chief Mohammad Eslami during a visit to an exhibition showcasing Iran's nuclear achievements in Tehran on April 9, 2025. Disputes over nuclear inspections have emerged as a key sticking point in talks between Washington and Tehran. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T16:34:13.614+04:00 Why are Trump and Iran telling different stories about what they agreed to? Mena, Americas, Gulf, Donald Trump, Iran, americas https://gulfnews.com/uae/emergencies/uae-launches-nationwide-anti-drug-campaign-1.500585351 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/yos7187q/CCPB1439.jpg Sheikh Zayed bin Hamad bin Hamdan Al Nahyan during the event in Dubai on Wedndesday. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/05/31/drugs-Cocaine-_1811ade26bd_large.jpg Photo used for illustrative purposes https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/ttf40ukj/KK2858.jpg.jpeg Panellists highlight the perils of drug trafficking that target individuals and the country. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/slgzaig2/PHOTO-2026-06-24-15-45-54.jpg NDEA's official social media platforms were also launched at the event Gulf News en 2026-06-24T16:25:00.614+04:00 UAE launches nationwide anti-drug campaign, urges families, schools to take part emergencies, Health, Crime, Government, UAE, crime, Health https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/uae-visa-on-arrival-for-filipinos-what-you-need-to-know-1.500585379 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-08/ad76zwl5/passports-from-dfa-page.jpeg Eligible Filipino travellers can enter the UAE with visa-on-arrival starting June 25 under new rules Gulf News en 2026-06-24T16:10:48.307+04:00 UAE visa-on-arrival for Filipinos: What you need to know Philippines, UAE, UAE, UAE Travel, UAE Visas, Philippines https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/a-huge-electricity-bill-led-police-to-300-pythons-hidden-inside-a-flat-1.500585383 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/zonfkffy/ball_python_1879106474d_original_ratio.jpg Investigators suspected the animal had escaped from captivity, but finding its source would prove far more complicated. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T16:07:01.179+04:00 A huge electricity bill led police to 300 pythons hidden inside a flat Asia, Offbeat https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/desi-bling-star-dyuti-parruck-on-bankruptcy-backlash-and-a-marriage-on-the-brink-i-dont-want-a-divorce-and-the-show-was-heavily-edited-1.500585331 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/07c6m3hw/Dyuti-Parruck Star of hit reality show on super-wealthy Indians Dyuti Parruck https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/4w28vvl5/Dyuti-Parruck Dyuti Parruck https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-11/0f287ugd/202605113783466.jpeg Tejasswi Prakash on ‘Desi Bling’: Rarely do you see such a blend of reality with fiction https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/10/14/Dyuti-Parruck_1928a28af15_large.jpg Dyuti Parruck is the co-founder of Decisive Zone, said, "I am truly honored to receive the Mr. Golden Visa Award." https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/04l5vfpb/images.jpg Stars of Netflix reality show 'Desi Bling' - Karan Kundra, Irynah Kinakh and Dyuti Parruck https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-01/fju8orjl/IMG3954.webp Alizey Mirza and Lailli Mirza on Desi Bling Gulf News en 2026-06-24T16:05:20.340+04:00 ‘Desi Bling’ star Dyuti Parruck on bankruptcy, backlash and a marriage on the brink: ‘I don’t want a divorce and the show was heavily edited’ Entertainment, UAE, India, BollyWood, Lifestyle, UAE, netflix, reality show, india, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/uae-central-bank-imposes-dh20-million-fine-on-branch-of-foreign-bank-1.500585369 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/03/17/STOCK-Central-Bank-of-the-UAE--CBUAE_17f96f570b1_large.jpg The financial penalty is based on the results of the findings of examinations conducted by the CBUAE. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T15:54:31.926+04:00 UAE Central Bank imposes Dh20 million fine on branch of foreign bank Banking https://gulfnews.com/uae/were-hiring-social-media-creator-1.500585330 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/wyy4rfvl/Hiring-Gulf-News-Social-Media-Creator Gulf News en 2026-06-24T15:38:03.477+04:00 We're hiring: Social Media Creator UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/maharashtras-400-year-old-bullock-cart-race-draws-thousands-1.500585338 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/6jtktusj/BUL-1.jpg Participants ride their traditional bullock-carts during the annual Pedgaon bullock-cart race festival in Maharashtra's Satara district https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/6127kwhv/BUL-2.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/q8r9xthr/BUL-3.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/8g7na9lz/BUL-4.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/p2tga7gl/BUL-6.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/rr0ieuqh/BUL-7.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/8pfn4mlv/BUL-8.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/45nq8jus/BUL-9.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/xdb42rvf/BUL-10.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/13nhlity/BUL-12.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-24T15:37:27.121+04:00 Maharashtra's 400-year-old bullock-cart race draws thousands India, news-photos https://gulfnews.com/business/property/saudi-arabia-opens-property-ownership-portal-for-foreigners-1.500585341 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/rhn6fnp2/riyadhsaudi_resources1_16a3106ef7d_original_ratio.jpg Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T15:36:56.617+04:00 Saudi Arabia opens property ownership portal for foreigners Property, Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/rajinikanth-fires-back-at-double-standards-if-i-speak-its-a-problem-if-i-dont-im-mocked-1.500585307 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/hagd7xkk/202605173791008.jpg The actor opened up about his growing reluctance to comment publicly, saying he is often criticised whether he speaks or remains silent. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T15:19:36.879+04:00 Rajinikanth fires back at double standards: 'If I speak, it’s a problem. If I don’t, I’m mocked' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dh400-fine-four-black-points-dubai-police-warning-after-truck-crash-1.500585315 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/o0uf0mbr/Dubai-Police-Warns-Against-Not-Maintaining-a-Safe-Distance-Between-Vehicles-شرطة-دبي-تحذر-من-خطورة.jpg Police say failure to keep safe distance led to collision on route towards Sharjah. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T15:17:14.445+04:00 Dh400 fine, four black points: Dubai Police warning after truck crash Transport https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/changerae-and-upay-global-technology-sign-strategic-mou-to-advance-fiatcrypto-interoperability-1.500585297 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/ifvr8wcy/PHOTO-2026-06-24-11-35-59.jpg The strategic collaboration between Changer.ae and UPAY Global helps align UPay’s technology infrastructure with Changer’s regulated custody and settlement operations Gulf News en 2026-06-24T15:13:52.965+04:00 Changer.ae and UPAY Global Technology sign strategic MoU to advance fiat–Crypto interoperability Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/transport/etihad-rail-to-launch-abu-dhabi-fujairah-route-special-fares-for-children-seniors-and-infants-1.500585291 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-19/0b9s0r7o/EtihadRail https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/fh6r2r3c/IMG_5579__4_.PNG https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/pn2x5mr3/IMG_5569__1_.PNG The total ticket cost for a one-way trip covers one adult, one child under 17, and an infant who does not require a seat and can travel free of charge. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/k2jb9kjd/IMG_5570__3_.PNG Gulf News en 2026-06-24T15:10:31.758+04:00 Etihad Rail to launch Abu Dhabi - Fujairah route: Special fares for children, seniors and infants Living-Transport, Transport, Etihad Rail https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/ram-charans-eye-injury-on-peddi-set-nearly-risked-his-vision-says-chiranjeevi-8-stitches-i-was-terrified-1.500585272 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-05/1fyrwtw4/peddi3.webp Ram Charan in Peddi. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T14:53:20.987+04:00 Ram Charan’s eye injury on Peddi set nearly risked his vision, says Chiranjeevi: '8 stitches, I was terrified' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/why-europe-is-heating-up-faster-than-the-rest-of-the-world-and-when-the-heatwave-will-end-1.500585194 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/qdw8c50k/europe_1782294359271.jpg A shopper rests with her puppy in the shade in the town centre in Huddersfield in Northern England on June 23, 2026, as temperatures increase to heatwave levels and are set to rise further in the week ahead. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/5b12ftpe/europe1_1782294364285.jpg People jump in the Trocadero Fountain near the Eiffel Tower during a heatwave in Paris on June 22, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/i60wjslc/italy1_1782294371288.jpg A faithful cools off as he waits for Pope Leo's XIV weekly general audience in St. Peter's Square at The Vatican, Wednesday, June 24, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/xfdggten/newsml_afp_com_20260623T201009Z_doc_b83c29h.jpeg Children cool off in a water fountain as Spain experiences a heatwave, in Madrid on June 23, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T14:52:57.911+04:00 Why Europe is heating up faster than the rest of the world — and when the heatwave will end Europe, UK, Europe, spain https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/sheikh-hamdan-launches-dubai-it-award-to-recognise-excellence-in-execution-and-achievement-1.500585248 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-03/9lkm97qa/gulfnewsimport202402232024-protocol-picture-Sheikh-Hamdan-bin-Mohammed-bin-Rashid-Al-Maktoum18dd66700fblarge.avif The award categories span projects, institutions and individuals. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T14:43:16.430+04:00 Sheikh Hamdan launches Dubai-it Award to recognise excellence in execution and achievement Government, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/world/asteroid-zooming-past-earth-on-saturday-visible-to-stargazers-1.500585233 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/u41k9pwn/batman111-asteroid-4369511.jpg The asteroid will come within 2,560,000 kilometres of Earth on Saturday . For illustrative purposes only Gulf News en 2026-06-24T14:40:24.701+04:00 Asteroid zooming past Earth on Saturday visible to stargazers World https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/france-confirms-first-ebola-case-on-its-territory-in-current-outbreak-1.500585139 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/3q2x6fj2/12.jpg Healthcare workers carry on a stretcher a patient suffering from the Ebola virus disease from an ambulance at the Ebola Treatment Center (ETC) in Bunia, Ituri, in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T14:27:09.627+04:00 France confirms first Ebola case on its territory in current outbreak Europe, Africa https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/qatar/qatar-arrests-25-people-after-viral-restaurant-brawl-in-doha-1.500585207 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/tvp65isz/Qatar-MoI Twenty-five people of various Arab nationalities have been arrested and referred to Qatar's Public Prosecution for their involvement in a restaurant brawl in Doha. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T14:09:21.121+04:00 Qatar arrests 25 people after viral restaurant brawl in Doha Qatar, Qatar https://gulfnews.com/the-kurator/style/the-kurators-milan-mens-fashion-week-ss27-round-up-1.500585211 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/c79cnv7p/DOLCE_MAIN_IMAGE_.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/xb54q1kd/DOLCE-MAIN-IMAGE-.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-24T14:06:45.078+04:00 The Kurator's Milan Men's Fashion Week SS27 Round-up Style https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/hope-queues-and-scams-uae-army-swept-into-bts-arirang-ticket-battle-for-bangkok-manila-and-london-1.500585181 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/9lgsl8dl/BTS3.jpeg BTS: RM, J-Hope, Jungkook, Jimin, Jin, Suga, and V https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/4ixmife0/andrea.jpeg Andrea d’souza: 'I managed to secure tickets for London Day 2 through friends." https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/pylp4q9o/lausanne.jpeg Lausanne Seyfferdt recalls the joy of managing to secure BTS tickets. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T14:03:08.286+04:00 Hope, queues and scams: UAE ARMY swept into BTS Arirang ticket battle for Bangkok, Manila and London Entertainment, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/sharjah-extends-paid-parking-hours-until-midnight-across-emirate-from-july-1-2-1.500585208 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/a03zn2c6/gulfnews2024-11-18d9jz6e47StockPaidparkingSharjah17670c475c7originalratio.avif Sharjah City Municipality urged motorists to adhere to the revised parking hours and pay parking fees through available channels. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T14:01:00.638+04:00 Sharjah extends paid parking hours until midnight across emirate from July 1 Transport https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/how-birthday-boy-messi-once-retired-before-rebounding-to-glory-1.500585191 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/5n2daqcd/newsml_afp_com_20260622T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282870322.jpeg Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina looks on during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J match between Argentina and Austria at Dallas Stadium on June 22, 2026 in Arlington, Texas. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T13:49:24.522+04:00 How birthday boy Messi once retired, before rebounding to glory World Cup https://gulfnews.com/uae-success-stories/how-this-filipino-expat-rebuilt-life-in-the-uae-with-his-last-dh50-1.500585120 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/90dged3i/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-23-at-17.34.36.jpeg Bernie De Guzman, founder and head chef of Lutong Bahay https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/ta4sb7zd/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-23-at-17.33.00-1.jpeg Bernie De Guzman when he worked as a chef in a hotel https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/zr6wucd8/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-23-at-17.33.00.jpeg Bernie De Guzman preparing some Filipino native delicacies https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/rok35o07/WhatsApp_Image_2026_06_23_at_17_32_52.jpeg From left to right: Angel Caranto, Clarice Hadap, Bernie De Guzman, Chrissie Asuncion, Noel Hadap, Mary Resoso, and Ronaldo Resoso Gulf News en 2026-06-24T13:25:03.798+04:00 How this Filipino expat rebuilt life in the UAE with his last Dh50 UAE Success Stories, people, UAE, Pinoy, Stories-of-success, UAE, Restaurants in Dubai https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-requires-labour-accommodations-to-be-at-least-5-km-from-family-residential-areas-1.500585121 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/q99k10p1/R.jpg Labour accommodations must be at least five kilometres away from family residential areas and close to industrial zones and transport networks, as part of standards aimed at ensuring safe and integrated living conditions for workers. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T13:22:53.588+04:00 UAE requires labour accommodations to be at least 5 km from family residential areas UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/were-england-lucky-to-draw-to-ghana-var-questioned-1.500585128 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/1xhbt2iu/newsml_afp_com_20260623T000000Z_PH_GTY_2283005928.jpeg VAR is questioned once again https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/0zy38r4z/newsml_afp_com_20260623T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282991827.jpeg The Ghana head coach felt his side were unfortunate not to be awarded a penalty https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/fs54xd2o/newsml_afp_com_20260623T000000Z_PH_GTY_2283005921.jpeg Ezri Konsa's tackle on Prince Adu looked reckless Gulf News en 2026-06-24T13:04:04.505+04:00 Were England Lucky to Draw to Ghana? VAR Questioned Sport, World Cup, Football, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/business/tax-news/fta-meets-uae-businesses-to-improve-vat-services-and-compliance-1.500585089 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/xl2w89k9/fta.jpg Officials and taxpayers discuss tax services, digital systems and compliance measures. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T12:29:33.483+04:00 FTA meets UAE businesses to improve VAT services and compliance Tax News https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/emirates-issues-summer-travel-alert-for-dubai-passengers-1.500585065 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/12/30/Emirates-airlines-Dubai-International-Airport-in-Dubai_17e0cd96845_large.jpg Passengers are being advised to arrive at the airport at least three hours early and give plenty of time to clear immigration and security. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T12:17:15.100+04:00 Emirates issues summer travel alert for Dubai passengers Aviation, Travel, travel, Summer flights, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/ghana-witch-doctor-behind-ronaldo-curse-claims-and-harry-kanes-goalless-night-who-is-nana-kwaku-bonsam-1.500585004 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/uvg8tw5f/newsml_afp_com_20260623T000000Z_PH_GTY_2283022391.jpeg Harry Kane #9 of England during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L match between England and Ghana at Boston Stadium on June 23, 2026 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T11:35:32.599+04:00 Ghana witch doctor behind Ronaldo ‘curse’ claims and Harry Kane’s goalless night: Who is Nana Kwaku Bonsam? World Cup, Sport https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/hoodie-clad-man-in-cctv-helped-expose-alleged-plot-behind-pune-grooms-death-1.500585017 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/8jbjydth/Untitled-1.jpg Police say a suspicious figure on CCTV helped unravel the alleged murder conspiracy. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T11:25:44.076+04:00 Hoodie-clad man in CCTV helped expose alleged plot behind Pune groom's death India, Court-Crime https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/philippines-eyes-faster-cheaper-imports-72-agencies-set-to-join-single-trade-platform-1.500584876 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/26ki5kkn/Visayas-Con-Ter.jpg The Philippines has rolled out a new digital platform pulling together 72 government agencies to streamline import permits and other trade-related documents in a centralised system, instead of dealing with multiple offices. The platform is expected to cut costs and red tape. Photo shows the Visayas Container Terminal (VCT), operated by the International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI) at the Port of Iloilo, welcomes the first arrival of Maersk’s PH6 service, expanding international shipping options for the Visayas region. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T11:22:58.098+04:00 Philippines eyes faster, cheaper imports: 72 agencies set to join single trade platform Philippines https://gulfnews.com/world/oceania/h5-bird-flu-detected-in-second-australia-state-1.500584956 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/p2gkyfit/10.jpg Australia is checking for any sign of "entrenched" H5 bird flu in its wildlife after detecting the country's first two cases, the government said. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T10:57:43.056+04:00 H5 bird flu detected in second Australia state Oceania https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-alert-heavy-rain-strong-winds-and-dust-reduce-visibility-in-al-ain-through-thursday-1.500584965 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-24/x42wifpc/rain Rain and strong winds expected in Al Ain through Thursday that could lead to reduced visibility and hazardous driving conditions. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T10:29:13.346+04:00 UAE weather alert: Heavy rain, strong winds and dust reduce visibility in Al Ain through Thursday Weather, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/uae-sport/dubai-police-launch-world-cup-style-football-tournament-for-inmate-rehabilitation-1.500584641 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/w9tggss3/Dubai-Police-Organises-World-Cup-of-Inmate. Dubai Police launch inmates’ World Cup tournament ahead of FIFA 2026 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/i64zmwyq/Dubai_Police_Organises_World_Cup_of_Inmates__________________________________jpg.jpg Dubai Police launch inmates’ World Cup tournament ahead of FIFA 2026 Gulf News en 2026-06-24T10:10:55.836+04:00 Dubai Police launch World Cup-style football tournament for inmate rehabilitation UAE-Sport, Dubai, Dubai Police https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/ad-ports-raises-gfs-stake-to-81-in-dh11-billion-deal-1.500584947 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/12/20/Stock-AD-Ports-Group_193e298a581_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-24T10:06:24.185+04:00 AD Ports raises GFS stake to 81% in Dh1.1 billion deal Markets https://gulfnews.com/uae/when-assets-become-answers-rethinking-gold-in-times-of-need-1.500584212 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/m51gtnmt/Finance-House-lead-1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-24T10:06:07.384+04:00 When assets become answers: Rethinking gold in times of need UAE, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/dubai-comedy-festival-2026-returns-dates-venue-and-what-to-expect-1.500584949 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/04/05/Dubai-Comedy-Festival-2020-1617610717640_178a11cb9c9_large.jpg Dubai Comedy Festival is returning this October. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T10:05:19.216+04:00 Dubai Comedy Festival 2026 returns: Dates, venue and what to expect Entertainment, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-police-cda-step-up-protection-for-senior-citizens-1.500584653 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/ytyfijv4/Dubai-Police-and-Community-Development-1.jpg Dubai Police and CDA host forum to protect senior citizens from abuse https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/xpkteoga/Dubai-Police-and-Community-Development-4.jpg Dubai Police and CDA host forum to protect senior citizens from abuse Gulf News en 2026-06-24T10:04:23.909+04:00 Dubai Police, CDA step up protection for senior citizens UAE, Dubai, Dubai Police https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/dr-thani-al-zeyoudi-joins-as-chairman-of-agentic-ai-firm-airev-as-uae-advances-ambition-to-export-homegrown-artificial-intelligence-1.500584941 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/rl5bl2tm/df3124bb-d135-41ae-b37c-b14b5ee4720d-1.jpg Dr Thani Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of Foreign Trade and Chairman of AIREV Gulf News en 2026-06-24T10:02:50.631+04:00 Dr Thani Al Zeyoudi joins as Chairman of Agentic AI firm AIREV as UAE advances ambition to export homegrown artificial intelligence Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-opens-temporary-maritime-corridor-through-strait-of-hormuz-1.500584752 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/39hdas6b/Oman-flag.webp The route would be available to all vessels wishing to use it, in accordance with coordinates approved by the IMO and the relevant Omani authorities. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/jrg1gqzg/gulfnews2026-05-11m4fzunlmpreview.avif Gulf News en 2026-06-24T10:02:33.774+04:00 Oman opens temporary maritime corridor through Strait of Hormuz Oman https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-warns-of-dust-storms-along-red-sea-coast-for-one-week-1.500584768 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/05/17/Copy-of-281233-01-02-1652787463973_180d1cf473c_large.jpg Forecasters warned that the weather system could lead to a severe reduction in horizontal visibility, with near-zero visibility possible at times in exposed areas. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T10:00:19.393+04:00 Saudi Arabia warns of dust storms along Red Sea coast for one week Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-approves-bylaws-allowing-wider-foreign-ownership-of-real-estate-1.500584773 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-23/hceq2bnj/G1gNMHhWoAIYic.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-24T09:59:12.218+04:00 Saudi Arabia approves bylaws allowing wider foreign ownership of real estate Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/elderly-man-believed-black-dollars-could-turn-real-police-reveal-1.500584799 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/bccscfcl/Major-Saud-Abdulrahman-Rafi-Al-Khazraji-Head-of-Financial-Tracking-at-Dubai-Polices-Anti-Fraud-Centre Dubai Police warn of AI-driven scams exploiting trust in complex fraud schemes https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/vqz2ivag/gulfnewsimport20230503Stock-Dollars187e1e01e53large.avif Gulf News en 2026-06-24T09:55:36.207+04:00 Elderly man believed ‘black dollars’ could turn real, police reveal Crime, crime, Dubai, Dubai Police, cybercrime https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/dubai-gold-drops-again-but-is-now-the-time-to-buy-1.500584931 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-06/2bejyalg/newsml_afp_com_20260606T200048Z_doc_b6937z7.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-24T09:50:41.973+04:00 Dubai gold drops again, but is now the time to buy? Retail, UAE Gold, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/france-heatwaves-first-major-outage-leaves-68000-homes-without-power-1.500584907 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/p2q69mxk/9.jpg Europe's record-breaking heatwave left around 68,000 households without electricity in northwestern France on Wednesday, authorities said, in the country's first major power outage of the latest bout of extreme weather. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T09:43:32.651+04:00 France heatwave's first major outage leaves 68,000 homes without power Europe https://gulfnews.com/your-money/how-uae-families-can-save-more-without-feeling-the-pinch-12-budgeting-and-saving-tips-that-work-1.500584921 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/1u0d67nl/Accounting_budget_budgeting_resources1_16a08520d00_original_ratio.jpg Most financial pressure doesn’t come from spending too much—it comes from not planning what’s already predictable. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-16/9yql1r1y/Credit-card People spend money on things they do not even care about that much, usually because they are influenced by what they see around them. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T09:39:16.327+04:00 How UAE families can save more without feeling the pinch: 12 budgeting and saving tips that work Your Money, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/business/how-this-emirati-turned-a-question-about-food-security-into-a-homegrown-nutrition-brand-1.500584156 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/tk74ef9a/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-23-at-09.46.45.jpeg Rashid Gargash, founder of Rashtions https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/avxru018/WhatsApp_Image_2026_06_23_at_16_59_25.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/j0ou3vnm/WhatsApp_Image_2026_06_23_at_16_59_25__1_.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-24T09:29:54.208+04:00 My Business: How this Emirati turned a question about food security into a homegrown nutrition brand Business, people, UAE, UAE, My Business https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/youre-dropped-into-a-wizard-apocalypse-and-told-to-build-furniture-fans-play-witchspire-before-hogwarts-legacy-2-1.500584877 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/dyn7h9mu/witchspire.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-24T09:13:45.661+04:00 'You’re dropped into a wizard apocalypse and told to build furniture': Fans play Witchspire before Hogwarts Legacy 2 Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/analysis/how-homegrown-innovation-became-the-catalyst-of-abu-dhabis-knowledgedriven-economy-1.500584895 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-09/6uhs0aec/Abudhabiskyline-2026 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/pr3aymfa/Picture1.png Mouza Obaid Al Nasri Gulf News en 2026-06-24T09:09:01.407+04:00 How homegrown innovation became the catalyst of Abu Dhabi’s Knowledge‑Driven Economy Analysis, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/emirates-to-inspect-a380-jets-after-airbus-wing-crack-concerns-trigger-urgent-safety-checks-1.500584887 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-06/h7z41166/newsml_afp_com_20260406T141430Z_doc_a6vd4lb.jpeg An Emirates A380 aircraft is seen parked at Cornwall Airport Newquay in the town of Newquay, southwest England. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T08:57:59.191+04:00 Emirates to inspect A380 jets after Airbus wing crack concerns trigger urgent safety checks Aviation, Emirates airline 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/2026-06-08/7cn5qung/STAFFBUS_260605_Al_Ansari_Exchange_VSAKLANI_31780888252774.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 2026-06-24T08:43:32.910+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/business/property/this-nationality-is-buying-the-most-property-in-dubai-1.500581937 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-30/4srue2im/dubai_frame_tourists_resources1_16a3106f0ae_original_ratio.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-06/k5gr93og/newsml_afp_com_20260606T105711Z_doc_b6868f3.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-24T08:37:35.468+04:00 This nationality is buying the most property in Dubai Property, Dubai property https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/uae-traffic-update-heavy-congestion-on-emirates-road-smbz-road-and-key-sharjah-routes-1.500584861 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/vni9a0ts/gulfnews2026-01-12o29r42wbHessa-Street-Development-Project.avif Gulf News en 2026-06-24T08:36:00.826+04:00 UAE traffic update: Heavy congestion on Emirates Road, SMBZ Road and key Sharjah routes Transport https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/transport/are-dashcams-legal-in-the-uae-how-to-dispute-traffic-fines-1.500080586 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-04-02/2rujer1k/shutterstock2444123423.jpg Dashcams can be a useful tool for motorists in the UAE, particularly when disputing traffic fines. However, drivers must exercise caution when using and sharing recordings to avoid violating privacy laws. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T08:30:00.000+04:00 Are dashcams legal in the UAE? How to dispute traffic fines Living-Transport, UAE traffic fines https://gulfnews.com/technology/would-you-wear-ai-on-your-face-metas-new-smart-glasses-fix-blinking-photos-and-can-see-translate-20-languages-1.500584833 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/eor1fjsg/HLgVnYbkAAk5i2.jpg Meta launches $299 AI smart glasses without Ray-Ban branding, targeting mass-market wearable computing Gulf News en 2026-06-24T08:17:13.510+04:00 Would you wear AI on your face? Meta’s new smart glasses fix blinking photos and can see, translate 20 languages Technology, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/oil-prices-extend-slide-brent-crude-falls-below-77-as-iran-ceasefire-holds-strait-of-hormuz-fears-ease-1.500584840 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-04/98mv8f9t/202606043813147.jpeg Crude oil prices fall, with Brent falling to $76.29/barrel on Wednesday (June 24) as the frafile ceasefire between Israel and Iran is seen to hold. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/si5o7sxy/Screenshot-2026-06-24-at-11.58.31-AM.png As of 12.58 in Tokyo on Wednesday (June 24). Gulf News en 2026-06-24T08:09:37.210+04:00 Oil prices extend slide: Brent crude falls below $77 as Iran ceasefire holds, Strait of Hormuz fears ease Energy https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-congress-passes-symbolic-iran-war-rebuke-to-trump-2-1.500584636 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/i76gy26n/8.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-24T08:05:11.307+04:00 US Congress passes symbolic Iran war rebuke to Trump Americas, Mena, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/from-reels-to-real-life-10-dubai-indoor-hubs-helping-kids-rediscover-offline-fun-1.500583706 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/01/20/5-free-kids-activities-this-weekend-in-Dubai_185cfc138df_large.jpg Dubai, with its sheer density of indoor spaces designed for children, is arguably better positioned for this shift than most cities. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/x56pw7mm/Screenshot-2026-06-23-at-1.31.05-PM.png OliOli https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/wsnzhguh/KidZania_Annual_Flash_Sale_3_1571406596086_16ddf21c7f9_original_ratio.jpg KidZania https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/a09nivdx/03.webp Woo-Hoo https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/n6f8i2yr/Bounce_17aed736fa6_original_ratio.jpeg Bounce https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/5z1bp89t/jamjar3.jpg Thejamjar https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/hpkpmdpv/01.-Prison-Island-24-Cells-2.webp Adventure Island https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/ccolkvq2/47093_upload679cde1e59dc5_1738333726_0_en1738333752.jpg Leo & Loona https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/c0zrpm9t/Winter_camps_17638c03273_original_ratio.jpg Air Maniax https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/usts4cz9/Enhanced_WhatsApp_Image_2026_02_11_at_3_19_14_PM_jpeg.webp Gogo Village https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/vtvgux8h/Dubai_Ice_Rink_17cb7106069_original_ratio.jpg Dubai Ice Rink Gulf News en 2026-06-24T07:42:59.712+04:00 From Reels to real life: 10 Dubai indoor hubs helping kids rediscover offline fun Lifestyle, Things To Do, social media, lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/alka-yagnik-on-hearing-loss-recovery-after-padma-bhushan-honour-slowly-finding-my-way-back-1.500584811 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/oslesjt0/ANI_20260624023559.jpg Alka Yagnik (Photo/ANI) Gulf News en 2026-06-24T07:36:16.994+04:00 Alka Yagnik on hearing loss recovery after Padma Bhushan honour: 'Slowly finding my way back' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/heatwave-grips-europe-eiffel-tower-shuts-early-louvre-shortens-hours-1.500584525 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-14/deiwoq8l/newsml_afp_com_20260614T163651Z_doc_b72f763.jpeg Record-breaking heatwave shuts landmarks and schools as Europe swelters https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/qbkqbz4j/newsml_afp_com_20260622T163728Z_doc_b7wq8lj.jpeg France hits hottest day on record as extreme heat disrupts daily life https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/pqtvc3fe/newsml_afp_com_20260623T143516Z_doc_b82649e.jpeg A tourist protects herself from the sun under an umbrella in front of the Louvre Pyramid, designed by Chinese-US architect Ieoh Ming Pei in Paris on June 23, 2026, as France experiences a heatwave. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/3yocunc8/newsml_afp_com_20260623T162358Z_doc_b82n49e.jpeg Visitors walk across the Mirroir d'Eau reflecting pool to cool down in Bordeaux, southwestern France on June 23, 2026, as France experiences a heatwave. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/tt5d4q28/newsml_afp_com_20260623T121103Z_doc_b7zc9ba.jpeg A thermometer shows the temperature of 65.2 degrees Celsius on a bench during a heatwave in Toulouse on June 23, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T07:28:45.497+04:00 Europe heatwave: 40 dead as record temperatures above 40°C trigger alerts, closures and health warnings Europe, Weather forecast, Summer, Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trump-questions-nato-allies-as-us-iran-tensions-shift-with-sanctions-relief-and-hormuz-shipping-resumes-1.500583491 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/b0utzdog/newsml_afp_com_20260623T162258Z_doc_b82m984.jpeg US Secretary of State Marco Rubio adjusts his hair following his arrival at al-Bateen Executive Airport in Abu Dhabi on June 23, 2026, on the first stop of a tour of Gulf states aimed at showing solidarity with key allies hit hard by the Middle East war. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/b0utzdog/newsml_afp_com_20260623T162258Z_doc_b82m984.jpeg US Secretary of State Marco Rubio adjusts his hair following his arrival at al-Bateen Executive Airport in Abu Dhabi on June 23, 2026, on the first stop of a tour of Gulf states aimed at showing solidarity with key allies hit hard by the Middle East war. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/vq4x48er/newsml_afp_com_20260622T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282810163.jpeg President Donald Trump prepares to sign an executive order in the Oval Office of the White House on June 22, 2026 in Washington, DC. President Trump signed two orders on quantum computing. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/z0pn1b8c/newsml_afp_com_20260623T142947Z_doc_b8248nq.jpeg Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian (L) shaking hands with Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif during his ceremonial reception at the Prime Minister House in Islamabad. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/zufhfoaq/newsml_afp_com_20260623T162723Z_doc_b82m97j.jpeg US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is greeted by UAE Ambassador to the US Yousef al-Otaiba upon arrival at al-Bateen Executive Airport in Abu Dhabi on June 23, 2026, on the first stop of a tour of Gulf states aimed at showing solidarity with key allies hit hard by the Middle East war. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/b0utzdog/newsml_afp_com_20260623T162258Z_doc_b82m984.jpeg US Secretary of State Marco Rubio adjusts his hair following his arrival at al-Bateen Executive Airport in Abu Dhabi on June 23, 2026, on the first stop of a tour of Gulf states aimed at showing solidarity with key allies hit hard by the Middle East war. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/ovfjv4by/newsml_afp_com_20260623T163016Z_doc_b82m99b.jpeg US Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks to the media upon arrival at al-Bateen Executive Airport in Abu Dhabi on June 23, 2026, on the first stop of a tour of Gulf states aimed at showing solidarity with key allies hit hard by the Middle East war. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/fiqmbv0f/newsml_afp_com_20260623T163016Z_doc_b82q3zv.jpeg US Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks to the media upon arrival at al-Bateen Executive Airport in Abu Dhabi on June 23, 2026, on the first stop of a tour of Gulf states aimed at showing solidarity with key allies hit hard by the Middle East war. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/6r9ezb8r/newsml_afp_com_20260623T163016Z_doc_b82q3zw.jpeg US Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks to the media upon arrival at al-Bateen Executive Airport in Abu Dhabi on June 23, 2026 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/24bcyluu/newsml_afp_com_20260621T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282652727.jpeg Players of IR Iran pose for a team photograph before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G match between Belgium and IR Iran at Los Angeles Stadium on June 21, 2026 in Inglewood, California. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T07:18:19.674+04:00 Trump says Iran agrees to ‘highest-level’ nuclear inspections; as Tehran and Oman weigh Hormuz service costs Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-forecast-rain-dust-and-fog-as-temperatures-soar-to-48c-1.500584759 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-28/aqt6tny0/HEb2pfkb0AAIka7.jpg Rain expected again across UAE as humid conditions and fog expected through the weekend. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T06:36:46.572+04:00 UAE weather forecast: Rain, dust and fog as temperatures soar to 48°C Weather, UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/tech-rout-deepens-as-rate-jitters-spark-ai-stock-pullback-wiping-billions-off-global-markets-1.500584760 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/ffx4dzgp/opn_edits_180db5477d9_original_ratio.jpg The pullback driven by tech stocks extended a broader risk-off mood that has been building in recent sessions amid persistent inflation concerns and firm bond yields. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T06:01:55.508+04:00 Tech rout deepens as rate jitters spark AI stock pullback, wiping billions off global markets Markets https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/transport/etihad-rail-passenger-tickets-now-live-how-to-book-50-discount-on-fares-ticket-types-and-routes-1.500584434 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-19/bfdrp4aj/EtihadRail Abu Dhabi to Fujairah services begins next week with 50% off fares - here's how to book, which class to pick, and what the journey looks like https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/y8t6jat8/IMG_5556.PNG https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/xygqz6sb/20260622HHCPinaugurates-MBZ-City-Passenger-Train-Station33-0-2064-0-0.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-19/rcu0ldak/EtihadRail Etihad rail Fujairah passenger station and the train ride during a media preview. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-19/dp0kvrsf/EtihadRail Etihad rail Fujairah passenger station and the train ride during a media preview. Virendra Saklani/Gulf News https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-19/rwi3c3fq/EtihadRail Etihad rail Fujairah passenger station and the train ride during a media preview. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-19/vv4sq8n3/EtihadRail Etihad rail Fujairah passenger station and the train ride during a media preview. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-19/lusfy5k9/EtihadRail Etihad rail Fujairah passenger station and the train ride during a media preview. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-19/3sxyx16p/EtihadRail Etihad rail Fujairah passenger station and the train ride during a media preview. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-19/uhygj0xa/EtihadRail Etihad rail Fujairah passenger station and the train ride during a media preview. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-19/ievb9yxk/EtihadRail Etihad rail Fujairah passenger station and the train ride during a media preview. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-19/qtx3fihv/EtihadRail Etihad rail Fujairah passenger station and the train ride during a media preview. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-19/v8d4zyn0/EtihadRail Etihad rail Fujairah passenger station and the train ride during a media preview. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-19/ykh2eno0/EtihadRail Etihad rail Fujairah passenger station and the train ride during a media preview. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T06:00:00.000+04:00 Etihad Rail passenger tickets now live: How to book, 50% discount on fares, ticket types and routes Living-Transport, Transport https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-slaps-new-sanctions-on-cuban-companies-key-to-islands-crumbling-economy-1.500584478 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/819li9d3/preview.jpg People walk past graffiti in the colors of the Cuban flag in Havana, Cuba, Wednesday, June 17, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T05:31:39.273+04:00 US slaps new sanctions on Cuban companies key to island's crumbling economy us sanctions cuba gaesa rubio https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/rubio-calls-out-iranian-proxies-for-threatening-regional-peace-says-lebanon-ceasefire-separate-from-iran-deal-1.500584677 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/j3vv6d5x/newsml_afp_com_20260623T163746Z_doc_b82q434.jpeg US Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks to the media upon arrival at Al-Bateen Executive Airport in Abu Dhabi on June 23, 2026, on the first stop of a tour of Gulf states aimed at showing solidarity with key allies hit hard by the Middle East war. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T05:25:04.713+04:00 Rubio calls out Iranian proxies for threatening regional peace, says Lebanon ceasefire 'separate' from Iran deal Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/north-korea-equipping-destroyers-with-nuclear-weapons-kim-1.500584688 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-13/sy8txm1n/202509133508712.jpg North Korea to unveil policy of pursuing both nuclear forces, conventional weapons Gulf News en 2026-06-24T05:14:28.050+04:00 North Korea equipping destroyers with nuclear weapons: Kim     Asia https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/us-sanctions-cambodia-linked-network-over-global-scam-operations-1.500584729 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-12/10aadibo/newsml_afp_com_20260312T151129Z_doc_a2xh8bu.jpeg Damage sustained during fighting between Thailand and Cambodia is pictured on the outside of an abandoned scam centre in O'Smach town on the Thai-Cambodian border on March 12, 2026, during a press trip organised by Thailand's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Royal Thai Army. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T05:09:50.060+04:00 US sanctions Cambodia-linked network over global scam operations Asia, Americas, ians https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/panama-out-of-world-cup-after-defeat-to-croatia-1.500584730 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/165yhtac/newsml_afp_com_20260624T005800Z_doc_b83v9z8.jpeg Croatia's midfielder Mario Pasalic and Croatia's forward #09 Andrej Kramaric celebrate after winning Croatia's forward #11 Ante Budimir the 2026 World Cup Group L football match between Panama and Croatia at the Toronto Stadium in Toronto on June 23, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T05:06:01.758+04:00 Panama out of World Cup after defeat to Croatia World Cup https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/four-reasons-to-be-positive-about-the-future-of-medicine-1.500580258 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-19/vr5c9whv/OPN-positive-about-the-future-of-medicine-Read-Only.jpg Every new therapy and cure represents years of work by scientists, doctors, nurses, patients, and families who agreed to be part of something uncertain because the future might be better than the present. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T05:02:00.000+04:00 Four reasons to be positive about the future of medicine Op-Eds, Health, Health https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-social-media-ban-for-under-15s-doctors-share-case-studies-of-mood-swings-self-harm-deepfake-fears-1.500584657 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/09/10/Australia-plans-age-limit-to-ban-children-from-social-media_191da09abed_large.jpg The UAE is the latest nation requiring tougher age verification for social media users. Photo used for illustrative purposes https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/vvb2uvpc/Dr_Damanjit_Kaur.png Dr Damanjit Kaur https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/l6cpkoe4/Dr__Bino_jpg.jpeg Dr Bino Mary Chacko https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/l5qekml9/Dr__Sneha_John___Medcare_2.png Dr Sneha John https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/mpu009hn/WhatsApp_Image_2026_06_18_at_9_01_14_PM.jpeg Dr Anusha Saini https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/1nx8k0lh/WhatsApp_Image_2026_06_23_at_2_20_38_PM.jpeg Dr Alison Burrows Gulf News en 2026-06-24T05:00:00.000+04:00 UAE social media ban for under-15s: Doctors share case studies of mood swings, self-harm, deepfake fears UAE, Health, Media, UAE, social media, UAE schools https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-administration-touts-iran-deal-as-a-payday-for-us-farmers-but-iran-denies-it-1.500584655 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/fvo96db2/preview.jpg U.S. Vice President JD Vance before boarding Air Force Two at Emmen Military Air Base, Emmen, Switzerland, Monday, June 22, 2026, after the U.S. and Iran held high-level talks at the Lake Lucerne Summit. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T03:28:26.714+04:00 Trump administration touts Iran deal as a payday for US farmers, but Iran denies it US Iran war American farmers sanctions frozen assets https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/uk-must-speed-up-switch-to-electric-to-hit-climate-goals-report-1.500584690 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-02-22/rmwew1uf/_1x_1.jpg BMW AG overhauls a Mini Factory for the electric age with UK support. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T03:19:45.632+04:00 UK must speed up switch to electric to hit climate goals: report Europe, Energy, Auto News https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/california-intends-to-sue-trump-administration-over-deal-to-end-offshore-wind-project-1.500584617 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/86x9h3sy/preview.jpg President Donald Trump talks with reporters before boarding Air Force One at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York, early Tuesday, June 9, 2026, as Interior Secretary Doug Burgum listens. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein) Gulf News en 2026-06-24T03:13:45.154+04:00 California intends to sue Trump administration over deal to end offshore wind project California Trump offshore wind project lawsuit billions https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/grieving-deschamps-to-miss-frances-final-world-cup-group-game-1.500584624 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/ic3ri0gh/newsml_afp_com_20260623T201939Z_doc_b7xb6b9.jpeg France's head coach Didier Deschamps arrives ahead of the 2026 World Cup Group I football match between France and Iraq at the Philadelphia Stadium in Philadelphia on June 22, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/5bz5u0dl/newsml_afp_com_20260623T011910Z_doc_b7xt42v.jpeg France's forward #10 Kylian Mbappe greets head coach Didier Deschamps after being substituted during the 2026 World Cup Group I football match between France and Iraq at the Philadelphia Stadium in Philadelphia on June 22, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T03:01:09.794+04:00 Grieving Deschamps to miss France's final World Cup group game World Cup https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/technical-glitch-paralyses-germanys-rail-network-1.500584666 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-08/dsktmme6/newsml_afp_com_20251208T172535Z_doc_87g99t4.jpeg Railway tank cars with the logo of ERR European Rail Rent are pictured in an industrial area in Frankfurt am Main, western Germany, on December 8, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T02:34:19.357+04:00 Technical glitch paralyses Germany's rail network Europe https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/airbus-to-inspect-16-a380s-after-cracks-found-on-plane-wings-2-1.500584631 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-27/8w1d9u5h/newsml_afp_com_20260527T123929Z_doc_b47b2ex.jpeg An employee of Elbe Flugzeugwerke GmbH works on a wing of a Lufthansa Airbus A380 airplane in Dresden, eastern Germany on May 27, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T02:25:50.307+04:00 Airbus to inspect 16 A380s after cracks found on plane wings Aviation https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/england-left-frustrated-by-ghana-in-world-cup-draw-1.500584672 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/u622qejp/newsml_afp_com_20260623T221438Z_doc_b83p48m.jpeg Ghana supporters cheer after a draw in the 2026 World Cup Group L football match between England and Ghana at the Boston Stadium in Foxborough on June 23, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/qpqudvmz/newsml_afp_com_20260623T221541Z_doc_b83n76v.jpeg Ghana's forward #11 Antoine Semenyo (L) fights for the ball with England's defender #02 Ezri Konsa during the 2026 World Cup Group L football match between England and Ghana at the Boston Stadium in Foxborough on June 23, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/n0u000ol/newsml_afp_com_20260623T221420Z_doc_b83p3g3.jpeg England's forward #09 Harry Kane (C) reacts to Honduran referee Said Martinez (L) after a draw in the 2026 World Cup Group L football match between England and Ghana at the Boston Stadium in Foxborough on June 23, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T02:20:35.271+04:00 England left frustrated by Ghana in World Cup draw World Cup https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trump-signals-fresh-us-iran-thaw-says-fair-deal-within-reach-as-nuclear-talks-continue-1.500584665 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-12/esf8y1jg/20260502001f.jpg "We're trying to work out a fair deal with Iran," US President Donald Trump told reporters, adding that the United States and Iran were "getting along well". Gulf News en 2026-06-24T01:56:33.976+04:00 Trump signals fresh US-Iran thaw, says ‘fair deal’ within reach as nuclear talks continue Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/evacuation-of-more-than-11000-seafarers-underway-imo-1.500584662 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/2ir2bduq/202606233837009.jpg The International Maritime Organisation (IMO) has announced an evacuation plan for thousands of seafarers in the Strait of Hormuz. The mass transit operation aims to ease the mental strain on the stranded seafarers, have endured considerable uncertainty, depleted supplies and severe fatigue during the blockade. The UN agency paid tribute to the 14 seafarers who lost their lives in the conflict prior to the de-escalation. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T01:45:09.420+04:00 Evacuation of more than 11,000 seafarers underway: IMO Mena, World https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/philippines-power-generation-gathers-pace-with-multi-billiond-dollar-investments-in-clean-energy-1.500584091 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-04-15/pyq5p415/Maria-Cristina-falls.jpg A view of the Maria Cristina Falls and the adjacent Agus IV hydro-electric powerplant (lower centre). in Mindanao, southern Philippines. The powerplant, first commissioned in 1953, forms part of the Agus-Pulangui hydropower complex (APHC). It is up for a multi-billion refurbishment-operate-maintain concession via public-private partnership deal. The hydropower complex the energy backbone of Mindanao, Philippines, supplying over 50% of the island's total energy consumption. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-01/5wcufjlv/EDC-Tanawon-Geothermal-Power-Plant-1-01August2025-1200x740.png.avif The Tanawon power complex located within the Bacon-Manito (Bac-Man) geothermal complex, which straddles two Philippine provinces (Sorsogon and Albay) south-east of Manila, and two the Asian nation’s 24 active volcanoes – Mayon and Bulusan. The Tanawon plant is projected to generate 159,000 megawatt-hours (MWh) or 159 GWh of electricity annually. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-27/usi3ziem/Malampaya_oil_platform_17fd113e7c4_original_ratio.jpg The Malampaya gas project, which generates over 2 gigawatts for Luzon and forms a huge part of the Philippines’ power requirements, is controlled by Filipino business tycoon Enrique Razon Jr. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-19/bp0v61f1/1_16a08432f5a_2014674_3609627590_16a08432f5a_original_ratio.jpg The Philippines has seen a surge in renewable energy investments. The Department of Energy expects an additional $433 billion to be pumped into wind, solar, batteries, geothermal, run-of-the-river/pumped-storage hydroelectric power projects backed by a new policy that makes long-term investments more attractive to investors. Photo shows a wind farm in Pililia, near Manila. Gulf News en 2026-06-24T01:25:25.854+04:00 Philippines: Power generation gathers pace with multi-billion-dollar clean energy projects Philippines https://gulfnews.com/technology/metas-new-cheaper-ai-glasses-price-availability-where-to-buy-and-whats-changed-1.500584629 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/46tr6pxl/HLgCaRMa0AATQNU.jpg Screen-free Meta Glasses bring AI assistant, camera and open-ear audio to wearers https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/3ytxseyw/HLgXkQsa0AAsQy0.png Meta launches $299 AI smart glasses without Ray-Ban branding, targeting mass-market wearable computing https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/umehih3k/HLgajLb0AA6Fhx.jpg Meta launches $299 AI smart glasses without Ray-Ban branding, targeting mass-market wearable computing https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/eor1fjsg/HLgVnYbkAAk5i2.jpg Meta launches $299 AI smart glasses without Ray-Ban branding, targeting mass-market wearable computing https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/anwtgyt6/HLgP1ba8AAEZ0T.jpg Meta launches $299 AI smart glasses without Ray-Ban branding, targeting mass-market wearable computing https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/m1khxqeu/HLgMYZbsAAMy4V.jpg Meta launches $299 AI smart glasses without Ray-Ban branding, targeting mass-market wearable computing https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/c5glphn7/Capture.PNG New Meta smart glasses undercut rivals as company bets big on AI wearables https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/6hkvvah5/nnnn.PNG Meta launches $299 AI smart glasses without Ray-Ban branding, targeting mass-market wearable computing https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/0eacocfi/meta.PNG Meta targets everyday use with fashion-forward AI eyewear and long battery life Gulf News en 2026-06-24T00:12:26.799+04:00 Meta’s new cheaper AI glasses: Price, availability, where to buy and what’s changed Technology, AI, technology, Meta https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/rulers-of-emirates-condole-qatari-emir-over-victims-of-ras-laffan-industrial-zone-incident-1.500584570 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/ps1hajd2/l5204up61ka1py3po.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T23:09:19.817+04:00 UAE Rulers offer condolences to Qatar Emir over victims of Ras Laffan industrial accident Government https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/sharjah-ruler-approves-promotion-of-1519-military-personnel-1.500584312 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/s13op25a/5hj035eu1ka12znpo.jpg His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah Gulf News en 2026-06-23T23:06:29.120+04:00 Sharjah Ruler approves promotion of 1,519 military personnel Government https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-president-receives-make-it-in-the-emirates-delegation-1.500584544 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/f597ritt/uae-1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T22:56:52.316+04:00 UAE President receives ‘Make it in the Emirates’ delegation Government, Business https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/south-indian/trishas-viral-birthday-wish-for-vijay-why-her-message-to-the-tamil-nadu-cm-is-trending-amid-rumours-1.500584588 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/j76u1duq/newsm.PNG After online speculation, Trisha’s birthday message restores calm among Vijay fans https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/sdh5d0p7/LEO_14_1698068662031_18b5cc78727_original_ratio.jpg Vijay and Trisha Krishnan in 'Leo: Bloody Sweet', out in UAE cinemas now https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-31/iqjx07c4/ANI_20260531054700.jpg Tamil Nadu CM Vijay, Trisha Krishnan meet Ajith Kumar (Photo/ANI) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/8jey5hbo/Trisha.jpg Actress Trisha Krishnan arrives to attend the oath-taking ceremony of TVK chief Joseph Vijay as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, in Chennai on Sunday. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T22:55:32.079+04:00 Trisha’s viral birthday wish for Vijay: Why her message to the Tamil Nadu CM is trending amid rumours South-Indian, Tamil Cinema https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uaes-success-begins-with-service-to-people-says-al-marri-1.500584438 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/yj7hgkdr/IMG-20260623-WA0041.jpg Lieutenant General Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri, Director General of the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) Gulf News en 2026-06-23T22:48:18.633+04:00 UAE’s success begins with service to people, says Al Marri Government, Dubai, GDRFA https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/gdrfa-dubai-sets-global-benchmark-in-government-communication-1.500584386 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/dtpwfrde/gulfnewsimport20190501Visa-GDRFA16a73eefa1elarge.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/mjv3nr70/GDRFA-2.jpg Brigadier AbdulSamad Hussain Suleiman, Assistant Director General for Leadership and Future Sector at GDRFA Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/tx3k6ll9/GDRFA-1.jpg Dr. Najla Omar Al Dookhi, Director of the Marketing and Government Communication Department at GDRFA Dubai Gulf News en 2026-06-23T22:43:59.210+04:00 GDRFA Dubai sets global benchmark in government communication Government, Dubai, Dubai Airports, GDRFA https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-president-receives-chief-of-the-general-staff-of-the-kuwaiti-armed-forces-1.500584568 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/jqd3y1yq/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-23-at-10.38.10-PM.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T22:35:11.476+04:00 UAE President receives Chief of the General Staff of the Kuwaiti Armed Forces Government https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/us-eases-travel-curbs-on-iran-world-cup-team-before-next-match-1.500584574 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/fzi53qot/202606223835440.jpg May peace, respect, and friendship prevail among all nations, says Iran football team after draw with Belgium at the Los Angeles Stadium in Los Angeles. Photo credit: FIFA Gulf News en 2026-06-23T22:22:35.443+04:00 US eases travel curbs on Iran World Cup team before next match World Cup, FIFA World Cup, Iran https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/two-goals-two-records-broken-for-ronaldo-1.500584548 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/4kmzzlnc/newsml_afp_com_20260623T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282973235.jpeg You just can’t keep Cristiano Ronaldo out of the headlines https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/dxwdvy9a/newsml_afp_com_20260623T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282973236.jpeg The iconic number seven hit his famous celebration after scoring Gulf News en 2026-06-23T22:12:45.318+04:00 Two Goals, Two Records Broken for Ronaldo World Cup, Cristiano Ronaldo, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/at-41-ronaldo-makes-world-cup-history-with-a-feat-no-player-has-ever-achieved-1.500584552 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/ym7y3qlb/newsml_afp_com_20260623T173338Z_doc_b82z2pj.jpeg Portugal's forward #07 Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates after scoring the opening goal during the 2026 World Cup Group K football match between Portugal and Uzbekistan at the Houston Stadium in Houston on June 23, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/bn46g4xn/newsml_afp_com_20260623T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282973236.jpeg Cristiano Ronaldo #7 of Portugal celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group K match between Portugal and Uzbekistan at Houston Stadium on June 23, 2026 in Houston, Texas. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T22:08:09.300+04:00 At 41, Ronaldo makes World Cup history with a feat no player has ever achieved World Cup, football https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bollywood/pregnant-deepika-padukone-calls-icc-maternity-policy-a-landmark-moment-1.500584546 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-19/5junbmi2/ANI_20251021164923.jpg Deepika Padukone applauds ICC’s post-pregnancy guidelines, calls them a game-changer for women cricketers and working mothers https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/6scsp8gj/news.PNG Gulf News en 2026-06-23T22:07:28.042+04:00 Pregnant Deepika Padukone calls ICC maternity policy a 'landmark moment' BollyWood, bollywood, cricket, Bollywood icons https://gulfnews.com/technology/is-ai-driving-job-losses-oracle-cuts-21000-roles-as-gm-expands-robots-1.500584471 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/74tprbku/202606233835922.jpg Oracle layoffs and GM cobots signal a new era of AI-powered restructuring Gulf News en 2026-06-23T20:59:46.484+04:00 Is AI driving job losses? Oracle cuts 21,000 roles as GM expands robots Technology, AI, technology https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/missing-passport-failed-trek-fatal-fall-inside-pune-groom-s-final-days-1.500584419 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/zm1s9hzz/ketan-visha.avif Investigators are examining claims that Ketan’s fiancee, Siya Goyal, deliberately hid his passport to avoid travelling with him shortly before the alleged murder. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/9mp8iiku/ketan.webp Gulf News en 2026-06-23T20:30:22.948+04:00 Missing passport, failed trek, fatal cliff fall: Inside Pune groom’s final days India, crime, india https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/major-us-visa-shift-what-a-4-year-stay-limit-could-mean-for-international-students-1.500584381 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-08/2nd2oxza/stock-US-Visa Longer degrees, especially PhDs, face mid-course visa renewals under proposed policy Gulf News en 2026-06-23T20:01:53.090+04:00 Major US visa shift: What a 4-year stay limit could mean for international students Americas, Donald Trump, America, Visa, US immigration policy https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-approves-first-joint-satellite-project-with-egypt-1.500584315 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/3czyno9b/Satellite The initiative was approved by the Saudi Cabinet during a session chaired by King Salman bin Abdulaziz in Jeddah. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T19:11:12.436+04:00 Saudi Arabia approves first joint satellite project with Egypt Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dubai-completes-17km-of-road-rehabilitation-across-key-routes-and-districts-1.500584345 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/ye0kl149/RTA Comprehensive surveys are conducted across the road network to identify cracks, surface deterioration and potholes. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T19:08:25.850+04:00 Dubai completes 17km of road rehabilitation across key routes and districts Transport, transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dubai-launches-mobile-vehicle-inspection-service-from-dh370-1.500584290 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/rjc7lnfc/RTA Customers can book appointments through Aber website or via the dedicated call centre. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T18:29:49.242+04:00 Dubai launches mobile vehicle inspection service from Dh370 Transport, transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi-police-warn-of-surge-in-fake-chalet-rental-scams-targeting-holidaymakers-1.500584263 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/0v2qm0ew/Abu-Dhabi-police Many of the fraudulent offers are promoted through fake social media accounts and unverified digital platforms. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T18:26:02.341+04:00 Abu Dhabi Police warn of surge in fake chalet rental scams targeting holidaymakers UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-outlines-four-cases-requiring-domestic-worker-agencies-to-issue-refunds-1.500584271 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/id86ul24/Mohre Employers are also entitled to recover government fees they incurred if a domestic worker is found medically unfit to perform the required duties during the probation period. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T18:25:41.820+04:00 UAE outlines four cases requiring domestic worker agencies to issue refunds UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-cbse-students-report-major-grade-boost-in-class-12-re-evaluation-1.500584253 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-15/wkbetqar/CBSEstudents Picture used for illustrative purposes only. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-14/bxa06b4d/pp_NEW__jpg.jpeg Dr Pramod Mahajan https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-05/kd42qyah/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-03-at-12.52.02-PM.jpeg Rashmi Nandkeolyar, Principal & Director, Delhi Private School Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-06/q1q70h9d/Punit_Vasu.jpg Punit MK Vasu Gulf News en 2026-06-23T18:11:31.672+04:00 UAE CBSE students report major grade boost in class 12 re-evaluation Education, CBSE, UAE schools https://gulfnews.com/sport/mick-mcdermott-the-northern-irishman-helping-ghana-chase-world-cup-glory-1.500584264 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/finz9p0m/MM1.jpg Ghana's Northern Irish assistant head coach has bags of experience https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/h13f72o6/newsml_afp_com_20260617T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282134058.jpeg Caleb Yirenkyi scored Ghana's first goal of the tournament in a 1-0 win over Panama https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/xgsk56s2/MM_.jpg McDermott prepares the Ghana team for their next World Cup match https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-18/fhexn0mz/newsml_afp_com_20260617T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282223547.jpeg Antoine Semenyo is without a doubt Ghana's biggest star Gulf News en 2026-06-23T18:11:12.063+04:00 Mick McDermott: The Northern Irishman Helping Ghana Chase World Cup glory Sport, World Cup, Football, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/uae/environment/world-environment-day-2026-uae-initiative-plants-67-trees-recycles-1-tonne-of-e-waste-in-dubai-1.500584231 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/6xm05hmu/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-23-at-5.27.51-PM.jpeg CSR programme boosts ESG goals with community-led sustainability efforts across the region Gulf News en 2026-06-23T18:04:43.636+04:00 World Environment Day 2026: UAE initiative plants 67 trees, recycles 1 tonne of e-waste in Dubai Environment, UAE, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/friday/friday-partner/why-nris-should-have-a-health-insurance-strategy-for-their-parents-in-india-1.500584268 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/adb4tz2n/Picture1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T18:03:03.092+04:00 Why NRIs should have a health insurance strategy for their parents in India Friday-Partner https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/uae-traffic-alert-dubaisharjah-evening-rush-slows-major-roads-1.500584208 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/vww83cf8/Dubai-Sharjah-traffic-Dubaisharjahtraffic Dubai-Sharjah traffic Gulf News en 2026-06-23T17:50:03.541+04:00 UAE traffic alert: Dubai–Sharjah evening rush slows major roads Transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/environment/video-seaworld-abu-dhabi-welcomes-regions-first-ever-walrus-calf-1.500583903 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/fvvbvjsi/walrus.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T17:29:34.764+04:00 Video: SeaWorld Abu Dhabi welcomes region's first-ever walrus calf Environment https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/iran-s-president-in-pakistan-as-negotiators-tackle-sticking-points-1.500584188 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/85gywo9p/iran_pakistan_1782219838460.jpg Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif (third left), President Asif Ali Zardari (second right), Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar (second left) and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi (third right) walking alongside Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian (centre) and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi (right) upon their arrival at the Nur Khan Air Base in Rawalpindi. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T17:27:54.050+04:00 Iran’s president in Pakistan as negotiators tackle sticking points Pakistan, Mena, Gulf, Pakistan, Iran, Gulf https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/in-phone-call-with-emir-of-qatar-uae-president-offers-condolences-over-ras-laffan-industrial-zone-incident-1.500584089 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/0x9h2ag9/u8h04ux61ka18wxpo.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T17:10:12.608+04:00 In phone call with Emir of Qatar, UAE President offers condolences over Ras Laffan industrial zone incident Government https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/uaes-first-retail-t-sukuk-opens-dh1000-minimum-430-profit-rate-1.500584115 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/uj7nulac/Stock_Dirhams_17503894849_original_ratio.jpg The UAE Ministry of Finance has opened subscriptions for the country’s first Sovereign Retail T-Sukuk programme, allowing investors to participate with a minimum investment of Dh1,000. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T16:46:54.939+04:00 UAE's first retail T-Sukuk opens: Dh1,000 minimum, 4.30% profit rate Markets, Banking, UAE banks https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/cbse-class-12-re-evaluation-gives-ranchi-student-perfect-500-500-1.500584065 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/jz17mycu/perfect.gif Avni with her parents. She emerged as one of the country’s top performers after the review process revised her scores in English and Business Studies. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T16:36:37.967+04:00 CBSE Class 12 re-evaluation gives Ranchi student perfect 500/500 India, india, Education https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-leads-debate-on-future-of-work-as-ai-agents-enter-government-offices-1.500584120 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/bcx02dze/DHR.jpg Participants at the first edition of DGHR Multaqa 2026 forum. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T16:35:39.490+04:00 Dubai leads debate on future of work as AI agents enter government offices UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/pregnant-sudanese-mother-four-children-killed-in-riyadh-apartment-fire-1.500583674 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/883mleji/Sudanese-family.jpg The woman, who was in the ninth month of pregnancy, and her two sons and two daughters died from suffocation after the blaze swept through the family's residence in the Saudi capital. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T16:33:47.407+04:00 Pregnant Sudanese mother, four children killed in Riyadh apartment fire Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/sharjah-traffic-warning-heavy-vehicle-breakdown-causes-congestion-on-emirates-street-1.500584094 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/97cx978e/gulfnews2026-01-05oxvg7ysjSharjah-Police-new-patrols.avif Gulf News en 2026-06-23T16:22:21.094+04:00 Sharjah traffic warning: Heavy vehicle breakdown causes congestion on Emirates Street Transport https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/messi-mbappe-haaland-and-kane-are-chasing-a-world-cup-scoring-record-that-has-stood-for-68-years-1.500584058 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/t7lyd7xv/20260623161039.jpg.jpeg We are two weeks into this World Cup and the top scorers are putting up numbers that do not look normal. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/nackmwjx/newsml_afp_com_20260616T000000Z_PH_GTY_2281974665.jpeg Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina celebrates scoring his team's third and hat trick goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J match between Argentina and Algeria at Kansas City Stadium on June 16, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/v0xs3va4/kylian-mbappe-23011439-16x90.jpg.avif Mbappe went level with Miroslav Klose for World Cup goals https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/ji6ec4td/2026-06-16T225328Z1131998764UP1EM6G1QNSH8RTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-IRQ-NOR-1781657632.jpg.webp Haaland scored his first World Cup goals against Iraq on Tuesday https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/c574nx32/AFP20260617B7G324Bv1MidResFblWc2026Match22EngCro-1781734047.jpg.webp England's forward Harry Kane celebrates after scoring his team's second goal https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/7myv5wtt/newsml_afp_com_20260620T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282573737.jpeg Deniz Undav #26 of Germany looks on during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E match between Germany and Cote D'Ivoire at Toronto Stadium on June 20, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/vdgnfz0f/newsml_afp_com_20260621T175554Z_doc_b7tg2rw.jpeg Colombia's midfielder #10 James Rodriguez takes part in a training session at the Academia Atlas FC in Zapopan, near Guadalajara, Mexico on June 21, 2026, during the 2026 World Cup football tournament. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T16:17:06.634+04:00 Messi, Mbappe, Haaland and Kane are chasing a World Cup scoring record that has stood for 68 years World Cup, Sport, Football, football, Lionel Messi, FIFA World Cup, FIFA, Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/padma-awards-2026-mammootty-alka-yagnik-madhavan-lead-honours-list-1.500584088 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-20/vzs5p0o4/202606203832665.jpeg Padma Awards: Alka Yagnik honoured Gulf News en 2026-06-23T16:16:45.783+04:00 Padma Awards 2026: Mammootty, Alka Yagnik, Madhavan lead honours list Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/dubais-foreign-investment-surge-creates-nearly-39000-jobs-in-one-year-1.500584057 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-06/jmh1b48q/Dubaiskyline2026 Nearly 39,000 jobs were created through Dubai’s latest foreign investment drive as global companies continued to set up new projects in the emirate. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T15:56:18.069+04:00 Dubai’s foreign investment surge creates nearly 39,000 jobs in one year economy, UAE economy, Dubai Communities https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/rs17-crore-palace-booked-for-wedding-bride-to-be-lover-held-in-cliff-death-plot-1.500584031 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/b012kbqa/push.webp Ketan Agrawal and his fiancee, Siya Goyal. The victim was the son of Vishal Agrawal, a well-known businessman from the Pimpri-Chinchwad area near Pune https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/5ycolgl2/ketan-visha.avif Gulf News en 2026-06-23T15:30:12.988+04:00 Rs17-crore palace booked for wedding; bride-to-be, lover held in cliff-death plot India, crime, india https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/dreamed-of-this-moment-sooryavanshi-dons-india-jersey-1.500584036 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/7xxg63pg/HHQKJOTKVBHI5ERH7KYA27QKKA.jpg.avif 15-year-old batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi receives first India jersey, set to become nation’s youngest international Gulf News en 2026-06-23T15:29:33.477+04:00 ‘Dreamed of this moment’: Sooryavanshi dons India jersey Cricket https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/merlin-the-duck-mexicos-viral-fifa-world-cup-2026-mascot-meets-president-sheinbaum-1.500583949 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/uftfsv1o/merlin-2.jpg Viral duck Merlin appears at Mexico’s presidential press briefing after World Cup fame https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/2ljiat2p/merlin.jpg Merlin the duck goes from Mexico City streets to the National Palace spotlight Gulf News en 2026-06-23T15:14:10.917+04:00 Merlin the Duck: Mexico’s viral FIFA World Cup 2026 'mascot' meets President Sheinbaum World Cup, Sport, football, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/driver-football-fans-help-save-42-umrah-pilgrims-from-kerala-bus-fire-1.500583998 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/8gjgsxi3/FIRE11.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T15:11:23.836+04:00 Driver, football fans help save 42 Umrah pilgrims from Kerala bus fire India, accident https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/jordan-stampede-among-football-fans-gathering-at-ammans-roman-theatre-leaves-one-dead-eight-injured-1.500583933 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/oapyb1m1/Jordan-fotball-fans-AFP.jpg : Jordanian football fans watching on giant screens their national team's 2026 World Cup Group J football match against Algeria at Amman's Roman amphitheatre early on Tuesday. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T14:37:51.648+04:00 Jordan: Stampede among football fans gathering at Amman's Roman Theatre leaves one dead, eight injured Mena, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/ask-gulf-news/ask-gulf-news-how-to-apply-for-the-uae-green-visa-for-skilled-workers-in-dubai-1.500583972 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/b9bjw8yb/Untitled-design-71.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-08/jdfeb67z/ASK-GULF-NEWS Gulf News en 2026-06-23T14:36:00.675+04:00 Ask Gulf News: How to apply for the UAE Green Visa for skilled workers in Dubai Ask Gulf News, UAE https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/medcare-hospital-al-safa-successfully-treats-enlarged-prostate-9-times-its-normal-size-using-advanced-robotic-waterjet-therapy-1.500583964 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/wz9k38pc/Image.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T14:30:20.277+04:00 Medcare Hospital Al Safa successfully treats enlarged prostate, 9 times its normal size using Advanced Robotic Waterjet Therapy GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/air-arabia-abu-dhabi-adds-aleppo-flights-from-july-7-1.500583966 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/6lnpd8lc/2003_AIR_ARABIA_1605797597912_175e0fed2df_original_ratio.jpg Air Arabia finishes A320 software update as travel surge continues Gulf News en 2026-06-23T14:29:07.331+04:00 Air Arabia Abu Dhabi adds Aleppo flights from July 7 Aviation, Air Arabia https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/hormuz-traffic-rises-but-uncertainty-persists-1.500583920 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/65oh1gwi/25.jpg Despite the pickup, shipping activity remains well below prewar levels and maritime analysts warn that uncertainty surrounding the future administration of the strait continues to deter many operators. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T14:25:37.694+04:00 Hormuz traffic hits post-war high, uncertainty persists Mena, Gulf, Iran, americas, Gulf https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/dana-gas-gets-egypt-dues-cleared-after-new-gas-find-beats-forecast-1.500583955 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/09/27/Stock-Dana-Gas-Egypt_18ad539fcfc_large.jpg Shutterstock Gulf News en 2026-06-23T14:22:43.271+04:00 Dana Gas gets Egypt dues cleared after new gas find beats forecast Energy https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/dubai-graduate-chosen-as-student-voice-of-stanfords-2026-commencement-1.500583838 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/bx9fvh4y/delna.jpg Lamya Sikandar Butt, an alumna of Dubai Scholars Private School, was selected to deliver the student address. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T14:09:54.482+04:00 Dubai graduate chosen as student voice of Stanford’s 2026 commencement Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/machete-attack-father-names-daughter-before-dying-in-bengaluru-killings-1.500583928 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-09/hi5c9dez/202507093448051.jpg Investigators suspect the killings were pre-planned. Illustrative image. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/25m2oiin/202606233836116.jpeg The Bengaluru apartment where the triple murder took place. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T14:05:07.991+04:00 Bengaluru parents, younger sister murdered; daughter, boyfriend arrested India, crime, india https://gulfnews.com/business/tax-news/uae-e-invoicing-countdown-begins-new-deadlines-rules-and-risks-explained-1.500583910 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/10/09/Stock-Digital-Bank-Account4_183bc9e238a_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T13:54:25.866+04:00 UAE e-invoicing countdown begins: New deadlines, rules and risks explained Tax News, Corporate Tax, YourMoney-Taxation, UAE tax, UAE government services https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/from-pause-to-purpose-how-this-lebanese-mother-found-a-new-path-in-the-uae-1.500583872 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/1rqe7zuw/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-23-at-13.37.00.jpeg Claudia El Haddad, founder of Make It Happen with Claudia https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/rnvzh41l/WhatsApp_Image_2026_06_23_at_13_12_41.jpeg From left to right: Claudia El Haddad's husband George, daughter Andrea, son Mark, and herself https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/9mc0x1io/WhatsApp_Image_2026_06_23_at_13_08_39.jpeg Claudia El Haddad's daughter Andrea's birthday celebration https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/utl1r962/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-23-at-13.02.02.jpeg Claudia El Haddad (fourth from left) with her team https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/mahe63ow/FotoJet.jpg Some of the events that Claudia El Haddad organised Gulf News en 2026-06-23T13:48:15.479+04:00 From pause to purpose: How this Lebanese mother found a new path in the UAE people, UAE, Stories-of-success, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/shawk-the-hawk-has-got-6-of-his-7-predictions-right-next-up-portugal-vs-uzbekistan-1.500583902 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/coc4p27o/Shawk-the-hawk-predicts-Uzbekhistan-vs-Portugal Shawk the hawk predicts Uzbekhistan vs Portugal https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/coc4p27o/Shawk-the-hawk-predicts-Uzbekhistan-vs-Portugal Shawk the hawk predicts Uzbekhistan vs Portugal Gulf News en 2026-06-23T13:43:53.501+04:00 Shawk the hawk has got 6 of his 7 predictions right; Next up Portugal vs Uzbekistan World Cup, Shawk the Hawk Predictions https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/how-messi-is-inspiring-mbappe-and-haaland-in-golden-boot-race-1.500583899 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/5iy1mstd/newsml_afp_com_20260622T171613Z_doc_b7wv4pr.jpeg Argentina's Lionel Messi reacts after missing a penalty kick during the match between Argentina and Austria. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T13:40:00.938+04:00 How Messi is inspiring Mbappe and Haaland in Golden Boot race World Cup https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/abu-dhabi-sanofi-explore-ai-powered-vaccine-innovation-centre-1.500583886 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/62o7ifo2/9ffba1bd-914c-4a7a-a02b-f7d3dcd4e08f.jpeg Partnership explores AI-driven vaccine discovery and advanced manufacturing capabilities. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-25/hbvek7y7/_1x_1.jpg Coronavirus Vaccine Research at Valneva SA Labs Gulf News en 2026-06-23T13:34:36.893+04:00 Abu Dhabi, Sanofi explore AI-powered vaccine innovation centre Health https://gulfnews.com/uae/old-dubai-zoo-site-in-jumeirah-to-house-homes-and-makeover-begins-with-710-m-walk-through-memory-1.500583854 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/l2oxjrty/Image-1-Dubai-based-artist-Solimar-Miller-in-front-of-Flora-of-Light-a-series-of-12-original-artworks-celebrating-the-UAEs-indigenous-flora-and-fauna.jpg Solimar Miller in front of Flora of Light a series of 12 original artworks celebrating the UAE's indigenous flora and fauna https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/3zvy12d1/Solimar-Miller Solimar Miller explains about her project during an interview with Gulf News Gulf News en 2026-06-23T13:32:50.603+04:00 Old Dubai Zoo site in Jumeirah to house homes and makeover begins with 710-m walk through memory UAE, people, Arts Culture, UAE, Dubai, art https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-weighs-social-media-ban-for-children-under-16-1.500583823 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/01/31/Children-using-social-media-stock_18d6006c810_large.jpg Photo used for illustrative purposes Gulf News en 2026-06-23T13:25:33.672+04:00 Oman weighs social media ban for children under 16 Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/sharjah-oman-cargo-route-cuts-transit-time-from-3-months-to-35-days-1.500583867 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-19/06anhbho/newsml_afp_com_20260619T153157Z_doc_b7nc6ct.jpeg Containers are stacked along a pier at the Khor Fakkan Container Terminal, the only natural deep-sea port in the region and one of the major container ports in Sharjah Emirate, along the Gulf of Oman. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/70sp7zbz/newsml_afp_com_20260430T150004Z_doc_a9d97ke.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-30/82sp98ar/sharjahskyline Gulf News en 2026-06-23T13:25:17.813+04:00 Sharjah-Oman cargo route cuts transit time from 3 months to 35 days Markets, Sharjah, Oman https://gulfnews.com/travel/yas-island-summer-camp-returns-with-ferrari-world-seaworld-fun-1.500583869 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/qy97u8rk/fwadupdated.avif The camp combines education and entertainment, with children exploring a different attraction each day. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T13:23:46.987+04:00 Yas Island Summer Camp returns with Ferrari World, SeaWorld fun Travel https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/so-proud-of-you-leo-shakira-cheers-as-messi-becomes-world-cup-all-time-top-scorer-with-17th-goal-1.500583846 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/vjrx9t6y/Untitled-design-4.jpg For Messi, the record is just the latest line in a career. His first strike in the match took him beyond Germany’s Miroslav Klose at 16 World Cup goals, before he extended the tally to 18 with his late finish. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T13:12:57.279+04:00 ‘So proud of you, Leo’: Shakira cheers as Messi becomes World Cup all-time top scorer with 17th goal World Cup, Sport, Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/dubai-holding-community-management-partners-with-refarm-to-launch-sea-to-soil-1.500583849 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/u1n8cdjj/Image-DHCM-Partners-with-ReFarm-to-Launch-“Sea-to-Soil”-a-First-of-Its-Kind-Circular-Sustainability-Initiative.jpg Francis Giani, Chief Executive Officer at Dubai Holding Community Management, and Oliver Christof, Chief Executive Officer of ReFarm sign the agreement Gulf News en 2026-06-23T13:06:41.713+04:00 Dubai Holding Community Management partners with ReFarm to launch Sea to Soil Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/emirates-named-best-airline-worldwide-at-2026-business-traveller-middle-east-awards-1.500583824 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/tron4x86/1920emirates-clinches-three-awards-at-2026btmeawards-2.jpg Emirates' First Class product, which received the top award, includes enclosed private suites, dine-on-demand service and amenities available on the Airbus A380. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/p8fzjtyt/1920emirates-clinches-three-awards-at-2026btmeawards-1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T12:59:00.373+04:00 Emirates named Best Airline Worldwide at 2026 Business Traveller Middle East Awards Aviation, Dubai, Emirates airline https://gulfnews.com/world/thousands-take-part-in-one-of-the-worlds-largest-kite-festivals-on-north-sea-coast-1.500583829 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/p6kw3de2/asdasd.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T12:58:42.341+04:00 Thousands take part in one of the world's largest kite festivals on North Sea coast World, news-photos https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/ask-us/etihad-rail-start-date-revealed-everything-you-need-to-know-before-the-launch-1.500583777 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-19/jad5h5v9/EtihadRail Etihad Rail, the UAE’s national railway network, extends over 900km, and its passenger services, set to launch this year, will link major cities and regions across the country while significantly cutting travel times. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/hqk5qvem/ETIHAD-1166.jpg Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed inaugurates the passenger train station in Mohammed bin Zayed City in Abu Dhabi, and His Highness witnesses the announcement of the passenger transport railway line network, where the preliminary operation phase for train services launches between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah stations starting from June 30 of this month, in a journey that takes one hour and 45 minutes https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/xygqz6sb/20260622HHCPinaugurates-MBZ-City-Passenger-Train-Station33-0-2064-0-0.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/r9xwnl7j/20260622HHCPinaugurates-MBZ-City-Passenger-Train-Station31-0-2064-0-0.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T12:42:47.504+04:00 Etihad Rail start date revealed: Everything you need to know before the launch Living-Ask-Us, UAE, Etihad Rail https://gulfnews.com/technology/can-doomscrolling-be-stopped-before-it-starts-how-mivo-app-targets-autopilot-scrolling-habits-1.500583761 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/ejkep36d/Social_media_17d66c30a9f_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T12:26:05.312+04:00 Can doomscrolling be stopped before it starts? How Mivo app targets autopilot scrolling habits Technology, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/mouni-roy-shrugs-off-backlash-for-playing-varun-dhawans-fake-mother-at-40-i-knew-what-i-had-done-1.500583715 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/py091ka1/mouni3.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T11:42:10.648+04:00 Mouni Roy shrugs off backlash for playing Varun Dhawan's fake mother at 40: 'I knew what I had done' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-vows-to-keep-control-of-hormuz-as-us-talks-end-in-switzerland-1.500583722 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/hwdrplb9/ANI_20260622082558.jpg The meeting room at the Bürgenstock resort overlooking Lake Lucerne in Obbürgen, near Lucerne, Switzerland. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T11:41:39.055+04:00 Iran vows to keep control of Hormuz as US talks end in Switzerland Mena, Iran, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/the-world-cup-has-gone-pink-why-neon-boots-are-everywhere-at-the-fifa-2026-1.500583640 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/dppikvu5/newsml_afp_com_20260617T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282106693.jpeg Dominik Livakovic #1 in pink, during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L match between England and Croatia at Dallas Stadium on June 17, 2026 in Arlington, Texas. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/lzn5o9gu/newsml_afp_com_20260623T011310Z_doc_b7xt7ab.jpeg France's forward #10 Kylian Mbappe wearing pink. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T11:11:49.105+04:00 The World Cup has gone pink: Why neon boots are everywhere at the FIFA 2026 World Cup, Sport, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/sanjeev-kapoor-says-he-turned-down-masterchef-india-because-he-wanted-rs1-more-than-akshay-kumar-1.500583683 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/xsm5pjfs/20260623105843.jpg.jpeg When MasterChef India launched its first season back in 2010, it seemed like a no-brainer to have Sanjeev Kapoor on the judging panel. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-04-24/xyi0v24c/202504243386216.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/a7qnuesb/akshaykumar7591.jpg.webp Gulf News en 2026-06-23T11:08:42.643+04:00 Sanjeev Kapoor says he turned down MasterChef India because he wanted Rs1 more than Akshay Kumar Entertainment, TV, bollywood https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/etihad-rail-announces-start-date-of-passenger-services-1.500583696 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/fuy5qxu6/20260622HHCPinaugurates-MBZ-City-Passenger-Train-Station21-0-2064-0-0.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/5liwkut9/20260622HHCPinaugurates-MBZ-City-Passenger-Train-Station22-0-2064-0-0.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/62ytxkga/20260622HHCPinaugurates-MBZ-City-Passenger-Train-Station13-0-2064-0-0.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/avxdxfbh/20260622HHCPinaugurates-MBZ-City-Passenger-Train-Station19-0-2064-0-0.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/38r70g1q/20260622HHCPinaugurates-MBZ-City-Passenger-Train-Station30-0-2064-0-0.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/xygqz6sb/20260622HHCPinaugurates-MBZ-City-Passenger-Train-Station33-0-2064-0-0.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/r9xwnl7j/20260622HHCPinaugurates-MBZ-City-Passenger-Train-Station31-0-2064-0-0.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/soxhbj2i/20260622HHCPinaugurates-MBZ-City-Passenger-Train-Station7-0-2064-0-0.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/566h29so/20260622HHCPinaugurates-MBZ-City-Passenger-Train-Station8-0-2064-0-0.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/u1tnzdi6/20260622HHCPinaugurates-MBZ-City-Passenger-Train-Station29-0-2064-0-0.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T11:06:27.328+04:00 Etihad Rail announces start date of passenger services, reveals fare details Transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/mindset-switch-and-war-planning-as-gulf-news-awarded-for-conflict-coverage-1.500583569 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/3d9qhyio/Emirati-Media-Forum Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed during his attendance at the main session of the Emirates Media Forum, which hosted Sheikh Abdullah bin Mohammed Al Hamed, Chairman of the National Media Office, and the forum featured sessions with the participation of Dr. Ali Rashid Al Nuaimi, Chairman of the Defense, Interior, and Foreign Affairs Committee in the Federal National Council, and Mohammed Alabbar, founder of Emaar and Noon and Chairman of Eagle Hills, and Major General Pilot Abdul Nasser Al Hamidi, the official spokesperson for the Ministry of Defense. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T11:01:07.952+04:00 Mindset-switch and war planning as Gulf News awarded for conflict coverage UAE, Opinion, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/business/property/dubai-launches-flexi-rents-initiative-to-ease-tenant-payment-burden-1.500583691 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/fp9v313e/images.jpg The initiative is designed to improve housing stability and enhance residents’ quality of life. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/w1p6ndtr/DLD.jpg Participants of the 'Flexi Rent' initiative launched by the DLD on Tuesday in Dubai. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T10:59:08.837+04:00 Dubai launches ‘Flexi Rents’ initiative to ease tenant payment burden Property, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/tacloban-school-shooting-planned-for-weeks-guns-traced-to-police-officer-and-security-agency-1.500583669 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/sf8q6j0d/Teen-suspects.jpg The two junior high school students suspected of involvement in the shooting at San Jose National High School in Tacloban City, Philippines were taken into custody on Monday, June 22, 2026, according to Police Regional Office 8. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T10:55:44.228+04:00 Philippine school shooting 'planned for weeks' — guns traced to police officer and security agency Philippines https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/dubai-gold-price-drops-below-dh500-after-dh46-fall-this-month-1.500583668 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/mnus7tex/Stock___Dubai_Gold_17a1d91a30a_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T10:55:10.290+04:00 Dubai gold price drops below Dh500 after Dh46 fall this month Retail, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/uae/trust-the-process-bangladeshi-photographer-celebrates-dh25000-big-ticket-win-1.500583666 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/uhye9899/Mohammed-Nasim-Jalal.jpeg Mohammed Nasim Gulf News en 2026-06-23T10:52:05.486+04:00 'Trust the process': Bangladeshi photographer celebrates Dh25,000 Big Ticket win UAE, Big Ticket https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/four-days-of-cloud-build-up-and-scattered-rain-forecast-across-parts-of-uae-1.500583106 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/w03v32r0/Rain The unsettled conditions are forecast to continue through Wednesday and Thursday, with the highest probability of afternoon cloud build-up and rainfall focused on eastern areas. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T10:15:17.539+04:00 Four days of cloud build-up and scattered rain forecast across parts of UAE Weather, UAE weather https://gulfnews.com/technology/telegram-restored-on-google-play-store-in-india-after-week-long-government-block-1.500583635 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-19/ov0qzrvb/202606193830609.jpg India lifts temporary Telegram block after exam cheating crackdown ends. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T10:09:50.961+04:00 Telegram restored on Google Play Store in India after week-long government block Technology, India https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-based-indian-expat-wins-dh25000-with-birthday-inspired-big-ticket-number-1.500583629 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/jx1qlvfh/Vijay-Menezes.jpeg Vijay Menezes Gulf News en 2026-06-23T10:07:45.534+04:00 Dubai-based Indian expat wins Dh25,000 with birthday-inspired Big Ticket number UAE, Big Ticket https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/are-hydration-breaks-hurting-fifa-world-cup-2026-momentum-why-fans-and-coaches-are-divided-over-safety-rule-1.500583578 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-20/7t6x2g52/newsml_afp_com_20260620T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282513432.jpeg Graham Potter, Head Coach of Sweden, speaks to players at the hydration break during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F match between Netherlands and Sweden at Houston Stadium on June 20, 2026 in Houston, Texas. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/gegg1wen/newsml_afp_com_20260622T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282821978.jpeg Didier Deschamps, Head Coach of France, speaks with Manu Kone #6 during a hydration break in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group I match between France and Iraq at Philadelphia Stadium on June 22, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T09:37:55.684+04:00 Why are fans frustrated with World Cup hydration breaks? The FIFA 2026 debate explained World Cup, Sport https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/world-cup-2026-jordan-eliminated-after-heartbreaking-2-1-loss-to-algeria-1.500583588 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/qfh2zadf/4.jpg Players of Algeria react after the World Cup Group J soccer match against Jordan in Santa Clara, Calif., Gulf News en 2026-06-23T09:32:43.681+04:00 World Cup 2026: Jordan eliminated after heartbreaking 2-1 loss to Algeria World Cup, Football, Sport https://gulfnews.com/uae/i-kept-drawing-eyes-how-dubai-teens-pandemic-hobby-became-award-winning-art-in-the-gcc-and-beyond-1.500582773 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/f9me6fmd/Untitled-design-2.jpg Left: Nikita Neogy with her mother, Lisa Chatterjee. Right: Her artwork, The Last Spark https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/gzf9src9/GCC.jpg Nikita Neogy's painting Gulf News en 2026-06-23T09:00:00.000+04:00 'I kept drawing eyes': How Dubai teen’s pandemic hobby became award-winning art in the GCC and beyond UAE, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/haalands-world-cup-rampage-continues-norway-beat-senegal-3-2-to-reach-knockout-stage-1.500583555 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/pzveh096/newsml_afp_com_20260623T003642Z_doc_b7xr9el.jpeg Norway's forward #09 Erling Braut Haaland and Senegal's defender #19 Moussa Niakhate fight for the ball during the 2026 World Cup Group I football match between Norway and Senegal at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on June 22, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T08:58:15.940+04:00 Haaland's World Cup rampage continues: Norway beat Senegal 3-2 to reach knockout stage World Cup https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/off-campus-stars-mika-abdalla-and-josh-heuston-dating-rumours-grow-as-fans-piece-together-paris-sightings-1.500583552 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/f5ba0dfb/Untitled-design-3.jpg Mika Abdalla and Josh Heuston are rumoured to be dating. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T08:43:17.881+04:00 Off Campus stars Mika Abdalla and Josh Heuston dating rumours grow as fans piece together Paris sightings Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/17ac0co-gcc-secretary-general-emphasises-regional-security-1.500583459 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/wqd0n4ve/gulfnews2026-05-280ucwox9u794044l41ka17gopo.avif Gulf News en 2026-06-23T08:42:53.324+04:00 GCC Secretary-General emphasises regional security, de-escalation efforts Gulf, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/did-samay-rainas-us-visa-get-revoked-over-donald-trump-roast-in-indias-got-latent-show-with-alia-bhatt-viral-claims-decoded-1.500583561 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/dcbs8v0v/202604303770638.jpg Samay Raina https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/glq1gluv/ANI_20260622051011.jpg Alia Bhatt (L) Comedian Samay Raina (R) (Photos/instagram/@aliaabhatt@maisamayhoon) Gulf News en 2026-06-23T08:42:28.097+04:00 Did Samay Raina's US visa get revoked over Donald Trump roast in India's Got Latent show with Alia Bhatt? Viral claims decoded Entertainment, Americas, India, BollyWood, bollywood, Donald Trump, india, America, americas https://gulfnews.com/technology/apple-tesla-trade-secrets-leaked-will-it-affect-iphone-and-tesla-production-1.500583523 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/s216rsf7/Tesla-Apple.jpg A cyber ransomware group calling itself World Leaks has attacked Tata Electronics, reportedly affecting both Apple and Tesla. More than 200,000 files totaling over 630 gigabytes containing alleged trade secrets of the two US tech giants were dumped into the "dark web", according to cybersecurity researchers who reviewed the material. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T08:40:21.163+04:00 Apple, Tesla trade secrets 'leaked': Will it affect iPhones and Tesla EVs? Technology https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/why-was-madonnas-biopic-shelved-maybe-they-didnt-believe-in-me-says-singer-on-universal-fallout-1.500583539 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/n95826gz/ANI_20260619072219.jpg Madonna confirmed that creative and financial disagreements with the studio brought the film to a halt. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T08:18:57.645+04:00 Why was Madonna’s biopic shelved? 'Maybe they didn't believe in me,' says singer on Universal fallout Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/friday/trudoc-marks-15-years-of-operations-reports-25m-lives-served-across-seven-markets-1.500583540 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/0kt5wphu/TruDoc.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T08:15:46.746+04:00 TruDoc marks 15 years of operations, reports 2.5M lives served across seven markets Friday, Friday https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/gun-taken-from-police-officer-aunt-used-in-deadly-philippines-school-shooting-1.500583524 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/dwg1hlgh/newsml_afp_com_20260622T082309Z_doc_b7ul8cq.jpeg People stand next to the entrance gate of San Jose National High School after a shooting incident in Tacloban City, Leyte province on June 22, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T08:12:27.340+04:00 Gun taken from police officer aunt used in deadly Philippines school shooting Philippines https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bts-jungkook-bluntly-shuts-down-user-for-mocking-his-anime-knowledge-who-are-you-to-say-that-1.500583509 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-03-17/he8al2v3/jungkook.jpg BTS' Jungkook responded to a user on Instagram. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T07:50:11.021+04:00 BTS’ Jungkook bluntly shuts down user for mocking his anime knowledge: 'Who are you to say that?' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dubai-sharjah-traffic-major-delays-and-crashes-on-key-roads-1.500583511 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/n8gucz3i/gulfnews2026-02-12h90geoevWhatsApp-Image-2026-02-12-at-7.52.34-AM.avif For illustrative purposes only Gulf News en 2026-06-23T07:49:25.923+04:00 Dubai-Sharjah traffic: Major delays and crashes on key roads Transport, Dubai, Sharjah, Dubai Police https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-talks-move-to-technical-phase-as-lebanon-fighting-tests-peace-push-1.500582257 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/0w7ui4dw/Tehran.jpg Cars and motorbikes drive past billboards showing Iran’s new Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei (L) and his late father Ali Khamenei (R), with the slogan “Thank you, loyal Iran,” erected along the highway leading to Rafic Hariri International Airport in Beirut on June 22, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/qis3g6z1/newsml_afp_com_20260622T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282810309.jpeg President Donald Trump delivers remarks before signing an executive order in the Oval Office of the White House on June 22, 2026 in Washington, DC. President Trump signed two orders on quantum computing. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/nileleap/PM.jpg Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi (L) shakes hands with Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif ahead of a quadrilateral meeting between the United States, Iran, Pakistan and Qatar at the Burgenstock luxury hotel complex overlooking Lake Lucerne, Switzerland, on June 21, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/vq4x48er/newsml_afp_com_20260622T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282810163.jpeg President Donald Trump prepares to sign an executive order in the Oval Office of the White House on June 22, 2026 in Washington, DC. President Trump signed two orders on quantum computing. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T07:10:24.647+04:00 US–Iran talks: Vance says ‘great progress’ as final deal nears; Rubio heads to Middle East Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/business/beyond-dispute-why-the-uae-remains-a-global-crypto-stronghold-1.500572076 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/476e1737/Mark-Davis-pic-2.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/q5xqmtcn/Max_Davis_1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T07:00:00.000+04:00 Beyond dispute: Why the UAE remains a global crypto stronghold Business, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/3-ultimate-kits-for-this-summer-and-the-game-season-1.500578799 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-18/fyu9abfi/Game-On-Breathe-EasyBlog-KVMain.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-18/49j4agv1/Game-On-Breathe-EasyBlog-KVLevoit-Core-600s.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-18/ugp8zlcg/Game-On-Breathe-EasyBlog-KVLevoit-Smart-Pedestal-Fan.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-18/lty7dy7y/Game-On-Breathe-EasyBlog-KVLevoit-Vacuum.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T07:00:00.000+04:00 3 ultimate kits for this summer and the game season Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/emirates-hiring-surge-new-job-vacancies-open-across-asia-europe-and-uae-eligibility-and-how-to-apply-1.500583367 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/uy7ks4io/HKm8xciW0AAz2nR.jpg Recruitment events scheduled in July and August as airline seeks skilled aviation professionals https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/05/16/Emirates-cabin-crew-_18f8107c412_large.jpg Benefits of working at Emirates include extending paid maternity leave from 60 to 90 days. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T06:26:39.638+04:00 Emirates hiring surge: New job vacancies open across Asia, Europe and UAE — eligibility and how to apply Aviation, UAE, UAE jobs, UAE job offer, india, Emirates airline https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-forecast-rain-blowing-dust-and-cooler-conditions-through-weekend-1.500583464 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-11/1lrypadi/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-11-at-12.17.46-PM.jpeg Fair to partly cloudy conditions would prevail across much of the country through Sunday, with convective cloud formation likely over eastern and southern areas during the afternoons, bringing a chance of rainfall. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T06:15:16.527+04:00 UAE weather forecast: Rain, blowing dust and cooler conditions through weekend Weather, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/ronaldos-legacy-at-stake-as-kane-able-to-dream-big-1.500583240 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/kfwaqz9i/POR_VS_DR_CONGO_3.JPG Kane’s rise threatens to eclipse Ronaldo’s enduring legacy on the big stage Gulf News en 2026-06-23T06:00:00.000+04:00 Ronaldo’s legacy at stake as Kane able to dream big World Cup, Cristiano Ronaldo, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-children-react-to-under-15-social-media-ban-no-tiktok-more-time-for-play-sports-and-friends-1.500583321 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/5vsm3x3b/Untitled-design-4.jpg Left: 14-year-old Rachel Ann Lewis from Dubai, Right: Henry Pomroy, 12-year-old, born and raised in Dubai. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/5zdmd7y7/myra3.jpeg 15-year-old Dubai-based Myra Prasad sees the upside of the ban, too. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/lpl5gfd5/eshal.jpeg Eshal Rather: "It can be negative in many ways, since now under 15’s would not really stay up to date with the different events going around the world especially right now and, won’t really have many forms of communication with friends and some family..." https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/g5pcqrqr/kids.jpeg Jola Chudy and Henry Pomroy https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/hczkxjvw/joanna3.jpeg Joanna Lobo: The new rules may feel like a major adjustment for her age group. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/q5ldw24f/ameerah.jpeg Ameerah Bilal Arif: "I mostly use Zoom to video call my cousins and friends." Gulf News en 2026-06-23T06:00:00.000+04:00 UAE children react to under-15 social media ban: No TikTok? More time for play, sports and friends UAE, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/amnesty-slams-eu-migration-cooperation-with-racist-libya-1.500583415 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/fapylbb1/newsml_afp_com_20260615T153004Z_doc_b76u3qr.jpeg Libya's Tripoli-based Government of National Unity (GNU) Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbeibah receives Niger's Prime Minister Ali Mahamane Lamine Zeine at the former's headquarters in Tripoli on June 15, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T05:57:10.076+04:00 Amnesty slams EU migration cooperation with 'racist' Libya Africa https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-criticises-uks-starmer-after-resignation-announcement-1.500583393 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-22/k2pdwh5f/Trump-Starmer-Kaja-Kallas.jpg Resigned UK PM Keir Starmer and US President Donald Trump. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T05:18:43.392+04:00 Trump criticises UK's Starmer after resignation announcement Americas, Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/im-out-tucker-carlson-says-hell-no-longer-support-the-republican-party-1.500583411 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/fh254bn2/preview.jpg FILE - Tucker Carlson attends a meeting with President Donald Trump and oil executives in the East Room of the White House, Jan. 9, 2026, in Washington. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T05:12:46.458+04:00 'I'm out' — Tucker Carlson says he'll no longer support the Republican Party Tucker Carlson Republican Party Podcast Support https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/kylian-mbappe-scores-2-goals-to-lead-france-to-3-0-win-over-iraq-and-into-world-cup-knockout-stage-1.500583442 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/ataf6cw6/preview.jpg France's Kylian Mbappe (10) celebrates after scoring his team's first goal during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek) Gulf News en 2026-06-23T05:08:00.672+04:00 Kylian Mbappe scores 2 goals to lead France to 3-0 win over Iraq and into World Cup knockout stage world cup iraq france score weather rain delay mbappe https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/beyond-points-and-discounts-how-regional-brands-are-building-emotional-loyalty-1.500579100 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-19/cvr4o0ur/OPN-Beyond-points-and-discounts-Read-Only.jpg Traditional loyalty programmes rewarded spending, while modern loyalty increasingly rewards participation, engagement, and lifestyle alignment. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T05:03:00.000+04:00 Beyond points and discounts: How regional brands are building emotional loyalty Op-Eds, Lifestyle, UAE businesses https://gulfnews.com/auto/news/us-auto-regulator-opens-special-probe-after-a-tesla-slams-into-a-texas-home-killing-a-76-year-old-1.500583421 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/d025k3s4/preview.jpg FILE - Tesla vehicles line a parking lot at the company's Fremont, Calif., factory on Aug. 5, 2025. (AP Photo/Noah Berger, File) Gulf News en 2026-06-23T05:00:21.444+04:00 US auto regulator opens special probe after a Tesla slams into a Texas home, killing a 76-year-old tesla selfdriving robotaxis crash investigation musk https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uae-summer-travel-airfares-jump-30-40-as-holidaymakers-change-plans-1.500583097 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/gt15ng33/Stock___Dubai_Airport_17de694ae6a_original_ratio.jpg Passengers at Dubai International Airport as UAE residents prepare for summer travel amid higher airfares and changing holiday preferences. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-02-27/cbdag8rb/Dubai-International-Airport UAE travellers are adapting their summer holiday plans as rising airfares push some towards earlier bookings, shorter trips and alternative destinations. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T05:00:00.000+04:00 UAE summer travel: Airfares jump 30-40% as holidaymakers change plans Aviation, Travel, UAE Travel, Dubai Airport https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/two-children-die-in-france-as-heatwave-toasts-europe-1.500582646 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/jsnhabz0/FRANCE_5_1660227027286_1828d3e0176_original_ratio.jpg Volunteer farmers help to fight against flames at a wildfire near Belin-Beliet, southwestern France. Wildfires have broken out across Europe this summer as successive heatwaves bake the continent, bring record temperatures and renew focus on climate change risks to industry and livelihoods. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-30/7cle7978/EUROPE_BRACED_FOR__DANGEROUS__HEATWAVE_16b9a0d9bdc_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T04:51:53.890+04:00 Two children die in France as heatwave toasts Europe Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-threatens-to-not-help-nato-countries-if-asked-1.500583397 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-08/25wvbfu0/preview.jpg FILE - President Donald Trump meets with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in the Oval Office of the White House, Oct. 22, 2025, in Washington. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T04:47:13.880+04:00 Trump threatens to not help NATO countries if asked Americas, Europe https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/a-black-jaguar-oracle-in-rio-de-janeiro-sniffs-brazil-to-beat-scotland-in-group-c-challenge-1.500583431 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/xgj0127m/newsml_afp_com_20260622T132829Z_doc_b7vu46t.jpeg A female melanistic jaguar (Panthera onca) named Poty predicts the results of the FIFA World Cup match between Brazil and Scotland, at BioParque Zoo in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on June 22, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T04:42:28.371+04:00 A black jaguar oracle in Rio de Janeiro sniffs Brazil to beat Scotland in Group C challenge brazil jaguar world cup predictions https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/england-can-beat-any-opponent-at-world-cup-says-rice-1.500583430 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-18/y6m7s228/newsml_afp_com_20260617T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282138268.jpeg Declan Rice #4 of England is challenged by Petar Sucic #17 and Marco Pasalic #24 of Croatia during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L match between England and Croatia at Dallas Stadium on June 17, 2026 in Dallas, Texas. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T04:36:30.463+04:00 England 'can beat any opponent' at World Cup, says Rice World Cup https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/lebanons-aoun-discusses-deconfliction-israel-truce-with-senior-us-qatari-officials-1.500582675 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-12-20/signy3tt/20241002_south_lebanon_19251fcfcda_original_ratio.jpg Smoke clouds erupt during an Israeli airstrike on Khiam in southern Lebanon near the border with Israel. File photo Gulf News en 2026-06-23T04:30:11.105+04:00 Lebanon's Aoun discusses 'deconfliction', Israel truce with senior US, Qatari officials Mena https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/kylian-mbappé-of-france-scores-his-15th-world-cup-goal-tying-for-3rd-most-in-history-1.500583401 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/fniyo2fo/preview.jpg France's Kylian Mbappe (10) celebrates after scoring his team's first goal during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T04:17:08.289+04:00 Kylian Mbappé of France scores his 15th World Cup goal, tying for 3rd most in history world cup kylian mbappe goals france https://gulfnews.com/business/uae-tax-system-adopts-proactive-smart-solutions-to-serve-society-1.500583418 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/05/29/Stock-Accounting_18fc2dcf451_large.jpg The UAE continues to strengthen a transparent and efficient tax system that protects rights, promotes fair competition, and reinforces the country’s position as a leading global financial hub. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T04:04:24.340+04:00 UAE tax system adopts proactive, smart solutions to serve society Business https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/petrofacs-fall-how-a-dh275-billion-giant-ended-with-uae-staff-taking-70-dues-1.500582905 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-31/eb3eofb3/PETROFAC-2.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-25/0b4atmhp/Stock-Petrofac https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-31/7foelgja/Petrofac https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-25/pdbn82gi/Stock-Petrofac https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-25/o8sufbff/Stock-Petrofac https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/09/26/Petrofac_17c215ee173_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T04:00:00.000+04:00 Petrofac’s fall: How a Dh27.5 billion giant ended with UAE staff taking 70% dues Energy https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-rejects-vances-claims-of-tehran-allowing-nuclear-inspectors-says-interactions-with-iaea-based-on-safeguards-1.500583410 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/vjjqcor3/ANI_20260622222210.jpg Esmail Baqaei, Spokesman for the Iran Gulf News en 2026-06-23T03:56:36.593+04:00 Iran rejects Vance's claims of Tehran allowing nuclear inspectors, says interactions with IAEA based on 'safeguards' Mena https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/brent-crude-slides-to-7790-russian-urals-down-to-6119-1.500583428 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/tdkgbesl/Saudi_oil_Aramco_refinery_1740758cac7_original_ratio.jpg Oil prices were mixed, with West Texas Intermediate down early on Tuesday (June 23, 2026), and Brent crude down $2.67 to $77.90. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/03lhnjg6/Screenshot-2026-06-23-at-6.59.21-AM.png Gulf News en 2026-06-23T03:50:28.383+04:00 Brent crude slides to $77.90, Russian Urals down to $61.19 Energy https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/shooting-in-montreal-canada-leaves-three-dead-including-suspect-1.500583351 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-11/cohoi44n/canada-school-shooting.jpeg A shooting incident in Montreal, Canada on Monday left three people dead. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T03:42:40.885+04:00 Shooting in Montreal, Canada leaves three dead including suspect Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/why-the-sun-can-still-disrupt-satellites-gps-power-grids-even-after-reaching-solar-maximum-1.500583084 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/06/05/Gulf-News-Solar-Storm-coronal-mass-ejection--CME-_18fe7ccf9ac_large.jpg Illustrative image. When the CMEs (coronal mass ejection) slam into Earth's magnetosphere, they can create powerful geomagnetic storms that affect spacecraft (electronic gadgets in orbit) or on earth. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-19/scm524rp/155780_01_02_18f668f690e_original_ratio.jpg Northern lights illuminate the night sky over Vienna during a geomagnetic storm. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T03:22:00.000+04:00 'Solar maximum': Why the Sun can disrupt satellites, GPS, power grids World https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/ceasefire-between-israel-and-hezbollah-appears-to-be-holding-1.500583419 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/05/19/Hezbollah-1558262170372_16acfa9c307_large.jpg Hezbollah militants march in a parade in a file photo. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T03:14:38.567+04:00 Ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah appears to be holding Mena https://gulfnews.com/auto/news/byd-quietly-raises-prices-in-the-philippines-as-demand-shoots-up-1.500582470 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-29/11y86n8v/Screenshot-2026-05-29-at-3.35.18-PM.png A BYD EV at a charging station in Bicol, south of Manila, Philippines. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T03:10:52.892+04:00 BYD quietly raises prices in the Philippines as demand shoots up Auto News https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/france-iraq-world-cup-game-suspended-due-to-severe-weather-alert-1.500583404 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/rb3avt47/newsml_afp_com_20260622T223305Z_doc_b7xm3qz.jpeg A photographer wears a raincoat as the 2026 World Cup Group I football match between France and Iraq is suspended due adverse weather at the Philadelphia Stadium in Philadelphia on June 22, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T02:43:54.170+04:00 France-Iraq World Cup game suspended due to severe weather alert World Cup