https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/hormuz-strait-oman-floats-postwar-plan-as-security-threat-remains-substantial-despite-steady-shipping-1.500592712 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2016/5/4/1_16a082ec3cf.1819087_1422495664_16a082ec3cf_large.jpg A view of the Strait of Hormuz as seen from the International Space Station. Gulf News en 2026-07-01T03:42:47.696+04:00 Hormuz Strait: Oman floats postwar plan as security threat remains 'substantial' despite steady shipping Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-talks-trump-says-iran-talks-begin-as-tehran-denies-meeting-1.500591452 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/54b0o7ti/HMFNk0tWAAAp1UO.jpg Doha meetings highlight fragile US-Iran truce and wider West Asia fault lines https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/hcc61ug4/Irans-Parliament-Speaker-Mohammad-Bagher-Ghalibaf.jpg Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/5h9lux54/HMFdogXXkAAv7M.jpg Iran's chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf (left) in an interview on state television. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-12/rxujc3f6/ANI_20260612131539.jpg Esmaeil Baqaei, Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson (File Photo/X@IRIMFA) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-15/v4kxe48j/newsml_afp_com_20250915T180837Z_doc_74lb4tg.jpeg Qatar's Foreign Mininstry spokesperson Majed al-Ansari https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-29/yhjvijam/ANI_20260529203659.jpg Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmail Baghaei Gulf News en 2026-07-01T03:37:05.970+04:00 US envoys Witkoff, Kushner meet mediators in Doha; Qatar says no direct US-Iran talks Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/france-beat-sweden-3-0-to-move-into-world-cup-last-16-1.500592694 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/6cxezert/newsml_afp_com_20260630T000000Z_PH_GTY_2284083924.jpeg Kylian Mbappe #10 of France reacts after the 3-0 win during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round Of 32 match between France and Sweden at New York New Jersey Stadium on June 30, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-01T03:10:37.342+04:00 Mbappe scores again as France cruise past Sweden 3-0 to reach World Cup last 16 World Cup https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/qatar/qatar-confirms-ongoing-usiran-technical-talks-in-doha-amid-strait-of-hormuz-tensions-1.500592621 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/54b0o7ti/HMFNk0tWAAAp1UO.jpg Qatar says US–Iran technical talks persist as mediators work to ease tensions Gulf News en 2026-06-30T23:41:07.991+04:00 Qatar confirms ongoing US–Iran technical talks in Doha amid Strait of Hormuz tensions Qatar, Iran, Qatar, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/finland-ends-nearly-150-years-of-landline-service-as-fixed-line-network-goes-silent-1.500592617 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/1cbdk3ls/Finland The final nationwide landline call was made on Tuesday, June 30, before telecommunications operator permanently retired its copper-wire network. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T23:27:46.939+04:00 Finland ends nearly 150 years of landline service as fixed-line network goes silent Europe, Europe https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/norway-beat-ivory-coast-2-1-to-reach-world-cup-last-16-1.500592608 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/oomzq7x9/newsml_afp_com_20260630T185627Z_doc_b8ug32g.jpeg Haaland’s 86th-minute winner seals Norway’s first World Cup knockout triumph Gulf News en 2026-06-30T23:07:01.629+04:00 Haaland strikes late to send Norway into World Cup last 16 World Cup, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/portugals-silva-bides-his-time-after-being-benched-at-world-cup-1.500592602 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/1aoanqmx/newsml_afp_com_20260630T000000Z_PH_GTY_2283486044.jpeg Bernardo Silva #10 of Portugal attends a press conference prior to the team training session during the FIFA World Cup 2026 at Gardens North County District Park on June 30, 2026 in Palm Beach Gardens, United States. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T23:01:17.065+04:00 Portugal's Silva bides his time after being benched at World Cup World Cup, FIFA World Cup Qualifiers https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines-becomes-first-in-southeast-asia-to-launch-starlink-direct-to-cell-service-1.500592594 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/c11372u5/Philippines The service connects compatible smartphones directly to Starlink's constellation of more than 650 low-Earth orbit satellites. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T22:58:43.287+04:00 Philippines becomes first in Southeast Asia to launch Starlink Direct-to-Cell service Asia, Philippines https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/serena-williams-begins-wimbledon-comeback-on-centre-court-in-her-return-to-singles-1.500592598 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/tbd10x9t/newsml_afp_com_20260630T184244Z_doc_b8ue9y3.jpeg US player Serena Williams warms up prior to playing Australia's Maya Joint during their women's singles first round tennis match on the second day of the 2026 Wimbledon Championships at The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in Wimbledon, southwest London, on June 30, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/hyug8qti/newsml_afp_com_20260630T183649Z_doc_b8ue7jc.jpeg US player Serena Williams' husband Alexis Ohanian and her child Adira applaud at the start of her women's singles first round tennis match against Australia's Maya Joint on the second day of the 2026 Wimbledon Championships at The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in Wimbledon, southwest London, on June 30, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T22:54:01.333+04:00 Serena Williams begins Wimbledon comeback on Centre Court in her return to singles Tennis, Tennis https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/starmer-boosts-budget-to-modernise-uk-military-before-exit-2-1.500592597 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/szaurffi/newsml_afp_com_20260630T123349Z_doc_b8rt8m2.jpeg Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer delivers a speech during a visit to Malloy Aeronautics in Berkshire west of London, on June 30, 2026, following the publication of long-delayed Defence Investment Plan (DIP). Gulf News en 2026-06-30T22:49:06.396+04:00 Starmer boosts budget to modernise UK military before exit Europe, UK https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/uae-economy-to-slow-to-17-in-2026-before-rebounding-to-98-1.500592589 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/mctco9sy/Central-Bank Central Bank sees temporary slowdown before oil and non-oil sectors drive surge Gulf News en 2026-06-30T22:36:26.712+04:00 UAE economy to slow to 1.7% in 2026 before rebounding to 9.8% Banking, UAE businesses https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-criticises-supreme-court-birthright-citizenship-ruling-urges-congress-to-act-1.500592562 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/s54fttq4/preview.jpg President Donald Trump addresses the crowd as he departs after speaking at the Faith & Freedom Coalition's policy conference at the Washington Hilton, Friday, June 26, 2026, in Washington. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T22:17:32.979+04:00 Trump criticises Supreme Court birthright citizenship ruling, urges Congress to act Americas, America https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/australia-storms-into-another-womens-t20-world-cup-final-after-crushing-west-indies-1.500592536 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/tg03s1zn/newsml_afp_com_20260630T162906Z_doc_b8tx8dz.jpeg Australia's Beth Mooney (L) and Australia's Ashleigh Gardner (C-facing) embrace as they celebrate the team's victory in the ICC Women's T20 cricket world cup 2026 semi-final game between Australia and West Indies, at The Oval in London on June 30, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T21:48:13.167+04:00 Australia storms into another Women's T20 World Cup final after crushing West Indies Cricket, cricket, Australia https://gulfnews.com/uae/how-dubai-polices-luxury-patrol-cars-became-a-global-sensation-1.500592505 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/i6vc7116/.jpg Luxury patrol fleet turns Dubai Police into a tourism and branding powerhouse Gulf News en 2026-06-30T21:30:22.221+04:00 How Dubai Police’s luxury patrol cars became a global sensation UAE, Dubai Police https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/with-a-tap-sharjahs-on-demand-buses-come-to-your-doorstep-1.500592506-1.500592506 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/f9qz5tbv/Sharjah-RTA The service, launched in June 2025, allows passengers to book shared bus trips through a mobile application. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T21:26:56.973+04:00 With a tap, Sharjah's on-demand buses come to your doorstep Transport, transport https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-sanctions-hezbollah-financial-network-targeting-five-entities-and-16-officials-1.500592499 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/t5ucty3d/HZ Al Qard Al Hassan operates under the guise of a non-governmental organisation while providing banking-like financial services. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T21:18:08.789+04:00 US sanctions Hezbollah financial network, targeting five entities and 16 officials Mena https://gulfnews.com/uae/yas-waterworld-abu-dhabi-sets-guinness-world-records-title-with-55-waterslides-1.500592475 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/y31qcs28/660f5512-0c79-4e04-9f50-1c6c43ac3536.jpeg New rides and UAE’s tallest waterslide boost Yas Island’s tourism appeal Gulf News en 2026-06-30T20:48:39.420+04:00 Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi sets Guinness World Records title with 55 waterslides UAE, Tourist-destinations, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi tourism https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-unemployment-falls-to-64-in-q1-2026-1.500592445 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/chlfcphx/KSA The Kingdom's overall unemployment rate, which includes both Saudi and non-Saudi workers, also continued to decline, reaching 3.1 per cent. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T20:44:39.646+04:00 Saudi unemployment falls to 6.4% in Q1 2026 Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/uae-launches-first-genomics-driven-clinical-trial-to-prevent-alzheimers-1.500592421 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/oypis113/Alzheimers The study will use population-scale genomic data to identify individuals who may meet the trial criteria related to Alzheimer’s disease before symptoms appear. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T20:43:42.001+04:00 UAE launches first genomics-driven clinical trial to prevent Alzheimer's Health, Health https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubais-education-33-strategy-sheikh-hamdan-reviews-key-education-programmes-1.500592379 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/bpnjuxv8/HMEkabFWoAAN6fN.jpg Sheikh Hamdan reviews Dubai’s Education 33 Strategy to build future-ready students Gulf News en 2026-06-30T19:47:09.426+04:00 Dubai’s Education 33 Strategy: Sheikh Hamdan reviews key education programmes UAE, KHDA, Dubai, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/tips-to-tame-and-care-for-frizz-prone-hair-1.500592257 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/6imj0l3g/shutterstock1953162355.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/40hh9k5p/SI-3.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/jrh1dhew/SI-6-edit.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-30T19:43:04.981+04:00 Tips to tame and care for frizz-prone hair Lifestyle, Native https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/from-chats-to-charges-whatsapp-messages-land-users-in-uae-courts-1.500592341 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/mzlw3em2/Whatsapp_1828831abfa_original_ratio.jpg Meta has advised users to not respond to fake accounts and block them after. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T19:17:32.455+04:00 From chats to charges: WhatsApp messages land users in UAE courts Crime, crime, WhatsApp https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-supreme-court-strikes-down-trumps-birthright-citizenship-order-1.500592338 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-15/isfch4gb/newsml_afp_com_20250515T163500Z_doc_46vd4w2.jpeg People hold a banner as they participate in a protest outside the US Supreme Court over President Donald Trump's move to end birthright citizenship as the court hears arguments over the order in Washington, DC, on May 15, 2025. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/ke4f4k79/191219_trump_16f1d25bfef_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-30T19:08:25.492+04:00 US Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship, strikes down Trump's order Americas, americas https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/dubai-police-warn-of-fake-travel-deals-ahead-of-summer-holidays-1.500592272 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/nd8ctaew/travel-1.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-30T18:56:14.708+04:00 Dubai Police warn of fake travel deals ahead of summer holidays Crime https://gulfnews.com/uae/new-passport-fees-announced-for-indian-expats-in-uae-from-july-1-1.500592283 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-25/7eia5qf3/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-25-at-5.54.20-PM.jpeg Photo used for illustrative purposes Gulf News en 2026-06-30T18:56:05.175+04:00 New passport fees announced for Indian expats in UAE from July 1 UAE, India, UAE, Indian expats, india https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/heavy-evening-traffic-hits-key-dubai-routes-near-airport-sheikh-zayed-road-1.500592151 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2018/12/05/New_RTA_lane_airport_road_resources1_16a0853ae3c_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-30T18:38:52.348+04:00 Accident near Mirdif adds to heavy evening traffic across Dubai Transport https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/14-children-dead-in-lahore-tuition-centre-roof-collapse-1.500592290 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/mqoowcgt/geo-news.jpg Rescue efforts underway after the roof of a tuition centre collapsed in Lahore’s Kahna area in Lahore on June 30, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T18:22:16.992+04:00 14 children dead in Lahore tuition centre roof collapse Pakistan, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/fashion/naomi-osaka-turns-wimbledon-walk-on-into-a-ceremonial-fashion-moment-then-cruises-into-second-round-1.500592274 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/0zfqa81i/preview.jpg Naomi Osaka of Japan walks into the court to play against Elsa Jacquemot of France in their first round women's singles match at the Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London, Monday, June 29, 2026. (AP Photo/Maja Smiejkowska) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/pvub7jwr/newsml_afp_com_20260629T165105Z_doc_b8np8a3.jpeg Japan's Naomi Osaka arrives ahead of her women's singles first round tennis match on the first day of the 2026 Wimbledon Championships at The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in Wimbledon, southwest London, on June 29, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T18:04:43.816+04:00 Naomi Osaka turns Wimbledon walk-on into a ceremonial fashion moment, then cruises into second round Fashion, Sport, Tennis https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/uk-police-search-for-dubai-resident-who-helped-save-a-man-on-railway-tracks-1.500592236 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/8f9gqo7f/uk-police.jpg Northallerton railway station Gulf News en 2026-06-30T17:44:27.915+04:00 UK police search for Dubai resident who helped save a man on railway tracks people, UAE, Europe, UAE, UK https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/dubai-south-business-hub-and-the-business-advantage-of-being-connected-1.500592252 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/v2boaahy/SU260626FreeZonesadv-DSBH.jpg Dubai South Business Hub Gulf News en 2026-06-30T17:40:50.456+04:00 Dubai South Business Hub and the business advantage of being connected GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/building-the-future-of-business-one-click-at-a-time-with-ajman-free-zone-1.500592237 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/18ya14ez/SU260626FreeZonesadv-Ajman-Free-Zone-GN-ARCHIVES.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/x4p0q03t/SU260626FreeZonesadv-Ajman-Free-Zone-LEAD-NEW.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-30T17:36:47.625+04:00 Building the future of business, One Click at a time with Ajman Free Zone GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iraq-finds-cash-gold-stashed-in-plastic-water-bottles-in-tikrit-as-anti-corruption-crackdown-widens-1.500592085 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/cbgqj6uc/Millions-of-US-dollars-staffed-in-water-bottles-found-in-Baghdads-house.jpg Billions of Iraqi dinars in cash and large quantities of gold concealed inside plastic containers found in Tikrit. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T17:36:32.433+04:00 Iraq finds cash, gold stashed in plastic water bottles in Tikrit as anti-corruption crackdown widens Mena, Iraq https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/the-changing-needs-of-womens-healthcare-1.500592216 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/d0efg35p/shutterstock2094788254.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/9kuh647h/Dr__Raoya_Farah.jpeg Dr Raoya Farah, HOD, Consultant Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Burjeel Medical City https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/t4ykaiaz/Lead_Dr_Sabeena_Sadath___photo.jpg Dr Sabeena Sadath, Consultant Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Medcare Hospital Sharjah https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/wag0xltn/Dr__Astha_Mishra_Gynaecology___Obstetrics_1.jpg Dr Astha Mishra, Specialist Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Aster Clinic, Al Khail Mall (Al Quoz) and Aster Royal Clinic, Arabian Ranches https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/dvf2wdfo/Dr_Humera_Bint_Raees.jpg Dr Humera Bint Raees, Consultant Obstetrician & Laparoscopic Gynae Surgeon, Zulekha Hospital Dubai & Sharjah https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/korw64os/lead_Dr__Kinda_Al_Ani.jpg Dr. Kinda Al-Ani, Consultant Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Medcare Women & Children Hospital. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T17:31:39.248+04:00 How UAE hospitals are meeting the changing healthcare needs of women GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/etihad-rails-dubai-station-could-link-directly-with-dubai-metro-1.500592212 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/cniq0hpl/STAFFEtihad_Rail_First_Trip_3331782818742052.jpg First Passenger Train Journey Between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah Launches Today. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/24ithj7v/STAFFNAT_260519_Adhraa_Almansoori_VSAKLANI__2_1779200747979.jpg Adhraa Almansoori, Executive Director of Commercial, at Etihad Rail. Photo: Virendra Saklani Gulf News en 2026-06-30T17:31:03.624+04:00 Etihad Rail's Dubai station could link directly with Dubai Metro Transport, Dubai Metro, Etihad Rail https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/now-indias-gurukul-calling-1.500592217 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/68o2audh/PHOTO-2026-06-28-16-10-33.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/imekt7qh/PRS-pic.JPG Dr P. R. Sodani, President, IIHMR University, Jaipur Gulf News en 2026-06-30T17:26:27.984+04:00 Now, India’s “Gurukul Calling” GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/emirates-skycargo-expands-fleet-with-first-converted-cargo-aircraft-1.500592204 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/1m7dtxxj/emiratesbecomesfirstairlinecargocarriertodeployboeing777300ersf.png Emirates SkyCargo becomes first airline to operate Boeing 777-300ERSF freighter conversion. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T17:18:50.284+04:00 Emirates SkyCargo expands fleet with first converted cargo aircraft Aviation, Travel, Emirates Group, Emirates airline https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-shuts-seven-private-healthcare-facilities-over-serious-violations-1.500591959 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/zntn2ym8/newsml_afp_com_20260505T020005Z_doc_a9qd69e.jpeg Seven private healthcare facilities have been shut in Kuwait for serious violations. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T17:16:38.398+04:00 Kuwait shuts seven private healthcare facilities over serious violations Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/the-uae-advantage-a-beacon-of-stability-and-business-opportunity-1.500592197 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/bdqwbzab/SU260626FreeZonesUAEAdvantageLEAD-shutterstock2764181609.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/uty4bdvd/SU_260626_FreeZones_UAEAdvantage_IFZA_Jochen_Knecht.jpg Jochen Knecht, IFZA Global https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/w3a8jh41/SU_260626_FreeZones_UAEAdvantage_Hamriyah_FZ_Saud_Salim_Al_Mazrouei.jpg Saud Salim Al Mazrouei, Hamriyah Free Zone https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/akgzs475/SU_260626_FreeZones_UAEAdvantage_Ajman_FZ_Zubair_Ul_Isam.jpg Zubair Ul Isam, Ajman Free Zone Gulf News en 2026-06-30T17:14:13.186+04:00 The UAE advantage: A beacon of stability and business opportunity GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/driving-in-dubai-major-traffic-changes-coming-as-summer-road-works-begin-1.500592190 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/5bu0pils/طرق-دبي-تبدأ-تنفيذ-تحسينات-مرورية-سريعة-في-28-موقعاً-خلال-صيف-2026-3.JPG RTA kicks off traffic ‘quick wins’ at 28 locations across Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/htbz451h/طرق-دبي-تبدأ-تنفيذ-تحسينات-مرورية-سريعة-في-28-موقعاً-خلال-صيف-2026-4.JPG Summer works form part of ongoing plans to enhance road network efficiency and traffic flow https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/ajo7ris5/HMECw18WkAAYnLs.jpg Summer road works to ease congestion and boost safety across 28 Dubai sites https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/r0mfzeeo/طرق-دبي-تبدأ-تنفيذ-تحسينات-مرورية-سريعة-في-28-موقعاً-خلال-صيف-2026-2.jpg New lanes and school access improvements aim to reduce delays in busy districts Gulf News en 2026-06-30T17:12:50.751+04:00 Driving in Dubai? Major traffic changes coming as summer road works begin Transport, RTA, transpsort https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/top-business-set-up-consultants-and-tax-advisories-on-building-a-resilient-business-1.500592150 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/9u96ridv/SU260626FreeZonesBizResilienceLEAD-shutterstock2759387123.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/tlt4hzas/SU_260626_FreeZones_BizResilience_A_A_Associate_Sharjeel_Akhtar.jpeg Sharjeel Akhtar, A&A Associate https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/z6w0ibt4/SU_260626_FreeZones_BizResilience_Aurion_Syam_Prabhu.jpg Syam P. Prabhu, AURION https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/klgveaif/SU_260626_FreeZones_BizResilience_Smart_Zone_Varoon_Sinha.jpg Varoon Sinha, Smart Zone https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/zgz0y4vn/SU260626FreeZonesBizResilienceBCLPunith_Jindal.jpg Punith Jindal, BCL Globiz Accounting & Consulting LLC https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/vts5yiv4/SU260626FreeZonesBizResilienceMCAS_Venkatesh.jpg S. Venkatesh, MCA Gulf https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/t5p0dt8f/SU_260626_FreeZones_BizResilience_MICS_Prateek_Tosniwal.jpeg Prateek Tosniwal, Partner, MICS https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/86nq2kni/SU_260626_FreeZones_BizResilience_Shuraa_Shahid_Rather.jpg Shahid Rather, Shuraa Group Gulf News en 2026-06-30T16:58:47.479+04:00 Top business set-up consultants and tax advisories on building a resilient business GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/uae-hospitals-offer-precision-care-for-high-risk-pregnancies-1.500592159 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/skq5832g/shutterstock2587764707.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/9m1f8mt4/Dr_Sejal___Specialistcopy.jpg Dr Sejal Devendra Surti, Specialist Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Aster Hospital, Mankhoo https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/t5cidepx/Dr__Amal_Hassan_Abddelaziz.jpg Dr Amal Hassan Abddelaziz, Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist (HOD), Thumbay University Hospital https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/u10v81c5/168__Ghada_shate.jpg Dr Ghada Shate, Specialist Obstetrics and Gynaecology, HealthHub – Arabian Center https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/cyvv1w8r/Dr_Rekha_Patidar_.jpg Dr Rekha Patidar, Consultant Obstetrics & Gynecology, Zulekha Hospital, Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/f25dmm7a/shutterstock2644542369.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-30T16:51:57.229+04:00 UAE hospitals offer precision care for high-risk pregnancies GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/emirates-unveils-new-luxury-lounge-design-with-dh50-million-investment-per-airport-lounge-1.500592145 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/2z6ckc4n/tobymitchell2026emiratesmunichloungereception-desk-horizontal0081-f-rgb-copy.jpg Emirates has unveiled a new lounge concept featuring upgraded interiors, enhanced dining spaces and dedicated areas for work and relaxation across its global network. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/69hwrpav/tobymitchell2026emiratesmunichloungefull-lounge-horizontal0260-f-rgb.jpg A look inside Emirates’ next-generation lounge concept in Munich. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/gugfmbzq/tobymitchell2026emiratesmunichloungequiet-zone-reading-horizontal0872-w2cropped.jpg The new Emirates Lounge design introduces updated spaces for passengers to dine, work and relax before their flights. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T16:39:01.845+04:00 Emirates unveils new luxury lounge design with Dh50 million investment per airport lounge Aviation, Travel, Emirates Group, Emirates airline https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/early-detection-plays-a-crucial-role-in-protecting-womens-health-1.500592143 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/m82jw863/shutterstock2531388409.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-30T16:31:42.939+04:00 Health checks every woman should prioritise GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/the-kurator/the-kurators-paris-mens-fashion-week-ss27-round-up-1.500592087 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/m5s98xln/SAINT-LAURENTMENSSUMMER-27AMBIANCE0306HR.jpg From surfer dandies to dawn shows: Paris menswear’s SS27 reset Gulf News en 2026-06-30T16:31:35.921+04:00 The Kurator's Paris Men's Fashion Week SS27 round-up The Kurator, lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/how-to-make-mango-kulfi-at-home-a-mango-nificent-easy-summer-fix-that-everyone-deserves-1.500592098 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/4simy6f2/Mango Gulf News en 2026-06-30T16:28:10.829+04:00 How to make mango kulfi at home: A-mango-nificent easy summer fix that everyone deserves Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/leading-voices-from-uae-free-zones-business-set-up-and-taxation-shaping-the-business-landscape-1.500592102 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/5192c708/Leaders-opener.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/xi6he1us/SU260626FreeZonesLeadersAjman-Free-ZoneObaid-Al-Matrooshi.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/nj8y6d04/SU260626FreeZonesLeadersDubai-SouthNabil-Al-Kindi.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/2vxh98c7/SU260626FreeZonesLeadersHamriyah-FZSaud-Salim-Al-Mazrouei.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/cjnjw15u/SU260626FreeZonesLeadersIFZAJochen-Knecht.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/ee7rqozu/SU260626FreeZonesLeadersMeydan-FZJay-Shaholia.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/5gd34ffb/SU260626FreeZonesLeadersSHAMSRashid-Abdulla-Al-Obad.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/q3sb11ym/SU260626FreeZonesLeadersSharjah-Publishing-City-FZRashid-Mohammed-Head-of-Revenue.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/ebxj630t/shutterstock2498220157e.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/k8rtovfo/SU260626FreeZonesLeadersAA-Associate.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/9uzptv8s/SU260626FreeZonesLeadersAurionSyam-Prabhu.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/9plz5up3/SU260626FreeZonesLeadersBCLPunith-Jindal.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/g49p38vl/SU260626FreeZonesLeadersMCAS.-Venkatesh.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/8jyymebe/SU260626FreeZonesLeadersMI-CapitalSheetal-Soni.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/deryj6ph/SU260626FreeZonesLeadersSmart-ZoneKartik-Sangar.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/5yjuvv0q/SU260626FreeZonesLeadersShuraaShahid-Rather.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-30T16:25:20.209+04:00 Leading voices from UAE free zones, business set-up and taxation shaping the business landscape GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/thumbay-university-hospital-ajman-the-advantages-of-laparoscopic-surgery-in-gynecology-1.500592095 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/oqmnyul8/PHOTO-2026-06-29-18-18-18NEW.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/e7r3wy0u/PHOTO-2026-06-29-18-14-37.jpg Akbar Moideen Thumbay, Vice President, Thumbay Healthcare Division, Thumbay Group and Board Member. Thumbay Group. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T15:51:13.728+04:00 Thumbay University Hospital Ajman: the advantages of laparoscopic surgery in gynecology GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/boosting-fertility-naturally-what-every-woman-should-know-1.500592081 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/n5rxnn25/IMG1359.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/z5lm1z2c/IMG_1359.png Gulf News en 2026-06-30T15:43:33.469+04:00 Boosting fertility naturally: What every woman should know GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/why-its-the-right-time-to-launch-a-business-in-the-uae-1.500591756 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/163oq9xf/shutterstock2756930123.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/eqi4ld6s/SU_260626_FreeZones_LeadFeature_ALL_AD.jpg Ibrahim Taha, Director of Finance, Ajman Free Zone https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/cguwtcdd/SU_260626_FreeZones_LeadFeature_DubaiSouth_Hassna_Fadel.jpeg Hasna Fadel, COO, Dubai South Business Hub Free Zone https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/v5a9fijc/SU_260626_FreeZones_LeadFeature_MeydanFZ_Hamed_Ahli.jpg Hamed Ahli, Head, Meydan Free Zone https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/xb6fdum9/SU_260626_FreeZones_LeadFeature_SPC_Melban_Mascarenhas.jpg Melban Mascarenhas, Head of B2C, Renewals & SPC+ https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/phnab7qx/SU_260626_FreeZones_LeadFeature_SHAMS_Rashid_Humaid_Sahoo.jpg Rashid Humaid Sahoo, Director of Operations, SHAMS https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/7q4hb4q8/SU_260626_FreeZones_LeadFeature_Saud_Salim_Al_Mazrouei.jpg Saud Salim Al Mazrouei, Director, Hamriyah Free Zone https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/83vih63y/SU_260626_FreeZones_LeadFeature_IFZA_Philipp_Conrads.jpg Philipp Conrads, CEO, IFZA Dubai Gulf News en 2026-06-30T15:42:27.033+04:00 Why it’s the right time to launch a business in the UAE GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/from-buyer-to-ceo-danube-home-promotes-sayed-habib-to-lead-its-next-phase-of-growth-1.500592066 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/0fzsso99/PHOTO-2026-06-30-15-17-19.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-30T15:37:29.701+04:00 From buyer to CEO: Danube Home promotes Sayed Habib to lead its next phase of growth Company News https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/zulekha-offers-integrated-care-for-women-1.500592047 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/xb1eq34l/Womens-health.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/9441oqbp/DR_SAMAH_SAAD_MOHAMED_ELFADIL.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/8izil3yn/Dr__Rabia_Bashir.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/w35enja8/3_OF_3_DR_LINA_KOUACHI.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/j9ubq1tt/DR_YASIM_HATEM.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/0k3actxs/Dr__Swati.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/og2i507r/Dr_Deepak_Kalia_Photos_02.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/wf33snr3/Ms_Michelle_Buari.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-30T15:36:28.469+04:00 Zulekha offers integrated care for women GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/what-the-supreme-court-s-latest-rulings-mean-for-trump-1.500591890 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/11/07/Donald-Trump_1930495bbba_large.jpg A series of Supreme Court rulings strengthened President Donald Trump's executive authority while leaving key limits on his powers intact. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T15:32:07.352+04:00 What the Supreme Court’s latest rulings mean for Trump Americas https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/dubai-based-qorden-ai-launches-real-time-multilingual-video-translation-platform-1.500591976 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/apvptvz4/GeminiGeneratedImage9s0lmj9s0lmj9s0l.png Gulf News en 2026-06-30T15:29:26.588+04:00 Dubai-based Qorden AI launches real-time multilingual video translation platform Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/how-to-build-a-sulfate-free-haircare-routine-1.500590649 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/hr0ddrdx/HE-1-Main.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/uhlpo7fn/HE-2.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/xqh6lgou/HE-3.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/13j3x71k/HE-4.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/oo0hrl7x/HE-5.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-30T15:28:56.203+04:00 How to build a sulfate-free haircare routine Lifestyle, Native https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/dnata-locks-in-seven-year-schiphol-ground-handling-deal-as-amsterdam-operations-expand-1.500592004 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/xltrfn0j/dsc00127copyhires.jpg The award follows a competitive public tender by the airport operator and enables dnata to continue providing high-quality ground handling services at AMS for the next seven years, as Schiphol moves into the next phase of its ground handling operations. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/ikntbent/dxb2013groundhandling45copyhires.jpg For Amsterdam, the renewed licence secures dnata’s continued role at Schiphol at a time when airports across Europe are reassessing ground handling operations amid rising passenger numbers, aircraft movements and pressure to improve efficiency. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T15:22:09.775+04:00 dnata locks in seven-year Schiphol ground handling deal as Amsterdam operations expand Aviation, Dnata https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/care-for-her-a-lifelong-focus-on-prevention-wellness-and-womens-health-1.500591996 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/bqxhjd02/Care-For-HerFor-Gulf-News.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/mjz6v60g/Dr_Suma.jpg Dr Suma Thomas, Specialist Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Aster Clinic, Discovery Gardens https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/1wop6uo4/Indira.jpg Dr Indira Venkataraman, Specialist Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Aster Clinic, Muteena https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/wnbn4h7n/Dr_Poornima_Photoroom_JPEG.jpg Poornima Balagopal, Specialist Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Aster Hospital, Mankhool https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/trwabnqf/Dr__FATHIMA_SAFA.jpg Dr Fatima Safa, Specialist Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Aster Hospital, Qusais. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/agn47hn5/1768384891863_Dr__Kingini_Bhadran_Endocrinology_1.jpg Dr Kingini Bhadran, Specialist Endocrinologist, Aster Clinic, Al Qusais (Damascus St) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/vnsxlfrs/Dr_Sudhanthira_Devi_Ramdoss_min_Photoroom2.jpg Dr Sudhanthira Devi Ramdoss, Specialist Psychiatrist, Aster Hospital, Quasis https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/4cw90crn/aster-table.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-30T15:18:19.647+04:00 Care for Her: A lifelong focus on prevention, wellness and women’s health GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/manila-thousands-fill-edsa-as-iglesia-ni-cristo-rallies-for-senator-marcoleta-triggering-major-road-closures-1.500591616 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/sl25xbi0/Screenshot-2026-06-30-at-6.50.03-PM.png Chock-a-block traffic on EDSA on June 30, 2026 amid protests launched by members of Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) against a possible legal action following the filing of plunder against one of its members, Senator Marcoleta. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/7ls5a61f/Screenshot-2026-06-30-at-7.08.04-PM.png Philippine Senator Rodante Marcoleta: In an interview with local media published on Tuesday, Marcolete said his only sin is to serve his people. On Monday, the Office of the Ombudsman announced that it is set to file non-bailable plunder charges against Marcoleta this week in connection with the his supposed Php75 million undeclared campaign donations in the 2025 senatorial elections. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-17/3k5uvp4y/newsml_afp_com_20251117T111922Z_doc_849h69f.jpeg Members of the religius sect Iglesia ni Cristo raise clinched fists as they shout slogans during an anti-corruption protest at a park in Manila on November 17, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T15:16:53.322+04:00 Manila: Thousands fill EDSA as Iglesia ni Cristo rallies for Senator Marcoleta, triggering major road closures Philippines https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/navigating-the-future-of-maritime-trade-1.500591994 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/49vc0xis/Waleed-Altamimi-Gulf-News.PNG Waleed Altamimi Gulf News en 2026-06-30T15:08:16.996+04:00 Navigating the future of maritime trade Company News https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/from-mango-high-tea-to-chaat-9-dubai-restaurants-celebrating-mango-season-1.500591961 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/07/20/Mango-dessert_18974116b7a_large.jpg Mango season is short, and Dubai is making the most of it. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/8nwupmix/SnapInsta.to6581519029580151732347308606138527762721942n.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/x46i3xpi/SnapInsta.to717755082184670210351086755804588398748883840n.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/s2qhvq2e/00001200-Edit.jpg.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-30T15:01:49.239+04:00 From mango high tea to chaat: 10 Dubai restaurants celebrating mango season Lifestyle, Food, Dubai, lifestyle, Food https://gulfnews.com/uae-success-stories/a-fathers-audio-tapes-a-sons-dream-how-the-uae-shaped-success-for-these-three-brothers-1.500591950 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/iwuieiod/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-30-at-13.33.34.jpeg From left to right: Raul De Guzman, Karl De Guzman, and Nicolai De Guzman https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/dtzkn1yw/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-30-at-13.32.20.jpeg From left to right: The De Guzman siblings Karl, Maria Alaida, Nicolai, their mother Carmelita, Raul, and George https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/phb0hvka/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-30-at-13.32.19.jpeg From left to right: Karl De Guzman, Raul De Guzman, and Nicolai De Guzman https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/u1zurt3b/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-30-at-13.33.21.jpeg From left to right: Nicolai De Guzman, Raul De Guzman, and Karl De Guzman https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/8tpcm154/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-30-at-13.32.20-1.jpeg Raul De Guzman visiting the grave of his father who died in 2004 Gulf News en 2026-06-30T14:58:19.423+04:00 A father’s audio tapes, a son’s dream: How the UAE shaped success for these three brothers UAE Success Stories, people, UAE, Pinoy, Stories-of-success, UAE, Restaurants in Dubai https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/your-health-deserves-more-than-thats-normal-1.500591984 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/1gfwsc5z/Untitled-design-39Final-without-watermark.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/9pizx15f/222321b8-d08f-4450-a01f-59ddf5c3c1df.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-30T14:52:17.642+04:00 Your health deserves more than “that’s normal” GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/wynn-al-marjan-island-reveals-first-entertainment-attraction-as-ras-al-khaimah-resort-nears-opening-1.500591955 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/v98k7hw3/726808.jpg Wynn Al Marjan Island and Punchdrunk announce a new entertainment collaboration that will debut at the Ras Al Khaimah resort in 2027. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/kj91u33r/craig-s.-billings-and-felix-barrett Craig S. Billings, CEO of Wynn Resorts with Punchdrunk founder and artistic director Felix Barrett. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T14:48:31.674+04:00 Wynn Al Marjan Island reveals first entertainment attraction as Ras Al Khaimah resort nears opening Tourism, Ras Al Khaimah tourism https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/elle-by-medcare-for-every-phase-of-her-1.500591962 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/d79qpi0e/elle-HQ.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/ewi57bhi/Dr_Maha___photo.jpg Dr Maha Shahin, Consultant Obstetrics & Gynaecology at Medcare Hospital Sharjah https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/2578s9wk/Dr_Soha_Al_Houby.jpg Dr Soha Alhouby, Specialist Obstetrics & Gynaecology at City Center Mirdif - Medcare Medical Centre https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/b0d1v7gf/Dr_Bibiana_Singh__1_.png Dr Bibiana Singh, Consultant Obstetrics & Gynaecology and Medical Acupuncture at Medcare Women & Children Hospital https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/nwpfmgqz/Dr_seema_medcare_royal_.JPG Dr Seema Sen, Consultant Obstetrics & Gynaecology at Medcare Royal Speciality Hospital Gulf News en 2026-06-30T14:46:02.926+04:00 Elle by Medcare: For every phase of her GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/won-in-every-court-kevin-spacey-claims-hollywood-warming-up-again-after-sexual-assault-allegations-and-exile-1.500591930 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/h0fmx6tn/Kevin_Spacey_oohoto2_1689875152357_18974687dea_original_ratio.jpg US actor Kevin Spacey Gulf News en 2026-06-30T14:33:45.527+04:00 ‘Won in every court’: Kevin Spacey claims Hollywood warming up again after sexual assault allegations and exile Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/can-morocco-win-the-world-cup-inside-the-atlas-lions-renewed-dream-1.500591779 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/ihwropkz/newsml_afp_com_20260630T012005Z_doc_b8qf84g.jpeg Morocco's fans cheer their team during the 2026 World Cup round of 32 football match between the Netherlands and Morocco at the Monterrey Stadium in Guadalupe on June 29, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/4lxjvfbd/preview.jpg The Moroccan team starts to celebrate after winning on penalty kicks the World Cup round of 32 soccer match between the Netherlands and Morocco in Guadalupe, near Monterrey, Mexico, Monday, June 29, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/iwu0t2nf/FIFA_World_Cup_Qatar_2022__Morocco_create_history_by_reaching_semis_184fd52de57_original_ratio.jpg Morocco celebrate after the match as Morocco progress to the semi finals in 2022 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/12/07/Doha-FIFA-Fan-Zone_184ecfac11d_large.jpg Morocco's supporters celebrate after their team won the Qatar 2022 World Cup round 16 football match between Morocco and Spain, at the FIFA fan zone in Doha, on December 6, 2022. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/2gilanni/newsml_afp_com_20260630T043432Z_doc_b8ql8l3.jpeg Morocco head coach Mohamed Ouahbi celebrates with fans after winning in the shootout during the 2026 World Cup round of 32 football match between the Netherlands and Morocco at the Monterrey Stadium in Guadalupe on June 29, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/qxavmigx/newsml_afp_com_20260613T000000Z_PH_GTY_2281753810.jpeg Brahim Díaz #10 of Morocco challenges Casemiro #5 of Brazil during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group C match between Brazil and Morocco at New York New Jersey Stadium on June 13, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T14:32:03.606+04:00 Can Morocco win the World Cup? Inside The Atlas Lions' renewed dream World Cup, Football, Sport, Africa, football, FIFA World Cup, FIFA, Africa https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/maalexi-raises-28-million-in-a-round-led-by-tawuniya-to-develop-the-worlds-first-regulated-agricultural-exchange-1.500591949 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/jrpoxnyi/Image.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-30T14:30:43.823+04:00 Maalexi raises $2.8 million in a round led by Tawuniya to develop the world’s first regulated agricultural exchange Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/who-is-general-dhiraj-seth-india-s-new-army-chief-1.500591927 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/3ny5yjjt/20260401039fff.jpg Who is Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth, India’s next Army chief? Gulf News en 2026-06-30T14:18:59.979+04:00 Who is General Dhiraj Seth, India’s new Army chief? India, india https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dubai-police-issue-alert-after-accident-on-sheikh-mohammed-bin-zayed-road-towards-sharjah-1.500591922 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/nz79iwm1/gulfnews2026-05-16ac3rinoctraffo.avif Gulf News en 2026-06-30T14:17:42.421+04:00 Dubai Police issue alert after accident on Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road towards Sharjah Transport https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/new-trade-routes-reshape-gcc-logistics-1.500591925 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/1448ur6x/SU260630MaritimeCSS-Office-Side-ViewNEW1.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/ruv5sage/SU260630MaritimeCSS-Truck-2-EditedNEW2.JPEG Gulf News en 2026-06-30T14:13:05.916+04:00 New trade routes reshape GCC logistics GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/russia-says-shot-down-over-400-ukrainian-drones-baby-killed-outside-moscow-1.500591456 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/v2nxlyc7/Screenshot-2026-06-30-at-6.08.29-PM.png A screengrab taken from a reported footage of a Ukrainian Hornet mid-range attack drone slamming into a Russian transport truck on a supply line deep behind the war front. Kyiv has stepped up its long-range drone strike campaign against Russia in recent months. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T14:12:06.054+04:00 Russia says shot down over 400 Ukrainian drones, baby killed outside Moscow Europe https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/dp-world-strengthens-supply-chains-during-trade-disruption-1.500591919 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/tz2mef8k/EYEP02689-2025-Netherlands-Freight-Forwarding-Truck-Container-Blue-Reach-Stacker-Rotterdam-Atlas.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/6w4q609q/Ahmad-Yousef-Al-Hassan.jpg Ahmad Yousef Al-Hassan, CEO and Managing Director of DP World GCC Gulf News en 2026-06-30T14:08:54.257+04:00 DP World strengthens supply chains during trade disruption GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/from-seat-1-coach-1-uaes-first-passenger-leads-thousands-on-historic-first-day-of-rail-travel-1.500591899 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/zdypqkz8/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-30-at-5.36.39-PM.jpeg From Fujairah to Abu Dhabi, Hamad Mansour Albloushi reflects on the honour of being chosen as the inaugural passenger on the UAE's national rail network Gulf News en 2026-06-30T14:08:06.791+04:00 From Seat 1, Coach 1: UAE's first passenger leads thousands on historic first day of Etihad Rail travel Transport, people, Etihad Rail https://gulfnews.com/uae/how-dubai-is-preparing-the-next-generation-of-legal-talent-1.500591915 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/kla16uv9/rent-committee.jpg Judge Abdulqader Mousa Mohammed and Dr Essa bin Abdullah bin Manea Al Hammiri at the MoU signing ceremony in Dubai Gulf News en 2026-06-30T14:07:30.787+04:00 How Dubai is preparing the next generation of legal talent UAE, Dubai rents https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/how-the-uae-is-shaping-the-future-of-global-trade-1.500591906 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/yco82j7d/SU260630MaritimeUniversity-of-DubaiUniversity-of-Dubai.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/652ryugx/SU260630MaritimeUniversity-of-DubaiBastaki.jpg Dr Eesa Al Bastaki, President of the University of Dubai Gulf News en 2026-06-30T14:03:05.254+04:00 How the UAE is shaping the future of global trade GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/burjeel-medical-citys-genesis-service-line-redefines-womens-healthcare-1.500591714 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/ru834pyt/GENESIS-IMAGE.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/q06obzh2/Dr__Walid_Sayed_JPG.jpeg Dr Walid Reda Sayed, Consultant Reproductive Endocrinologist & Infertility (IVF), Group Medical Director, Trust Fertility Clinic https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/sisnn006/Dr__Raoya_Farah.jpeg Dr Raoya Farah, HOD, Consultant Obstetrics and Gynaecology, BMC https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/nocuuq4s/Dr__Horace_Roman_jpg.jpeg Prof. Horace Roman, Consultant Gynecology, Advanced Gynaecology Institute https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/aas4o486/Dr__Mauricio_Herrera_jpg.jpeg Prof. Mauricio Herrera, Specialist in Fetal and Maternal Medicine, Maternal Fetal Institute https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/t14dhjnt/Dr__Ayman_El_Hattab_JPG.jpeg Prof. Ayman W. El-Hattab, Director, Genetics and Rare Disease Center, and Consultant Clinical Genetics Gulf News en 2026-06-30T14:00:51.747+04:00 Burjeel Medical City’s Genesis Service Line redefines women’s healthcare GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/technology-reshapes-the-future-of-logistics-1.500591895 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/6li813j0/SU260630MaritimeEnver-Moretti-Interview-NEW.gif Enver Moretti, Group CEO, ISS Global Forwarding Gulf News en 2026-06-30T13:56:16.317+04:00 Technology reshapes the future of logistics GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/iss-global-forwarding-keeps-trade-moving-1.500591880 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/zzifbobl/SU260630MaritimeadvtCSS.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-30T13:48:30.530+04:00 ISS Global forwarding keeps trade moving GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/wimbledon-opening-day-brings-together-bad-bunny-djokovic-and-beckham-backstage-1.500591846 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/jdvb4ap1/SnapInsta.to731015893186047071270159136444064563557850830n.jpg Latin superstar Bad Bunny, tennis great Novak Djokovic and football icon Sir David Beckham came together backstage for a photo, three very different worlds colliding in one frame. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/hjujcjxf/bad-bunny-wimbledon-2026.jpg Bad Bunny https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/304zf4b7/c0375fe52266-gettyimages-2283325729.jpg.webp Sir David Beckham with his mother Sandra Georgina Beckham https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/u6qwfo0i/100272159_14901771_image_a_17_1752432232450.jpg Niall Horan arrived with partner Amelia Woolley Gulf News en 2026-06-30T13:47:10.657+04:00 Wimbledon opening day brings together Bad Bunny, Djokovic and Beckham backstage Entertainment, Sport, Music, Tennis, Music, Tennis, Wimbledon https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/airbus-wins-10-billion-sas-order-for-up-to-40-widebody-jets-1.500591853 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/12/22/Airbus-logo_18c92ede364_large.jpg The Airbus deal would see Tata oversee the production of the H125 civil helicopters in India. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T13:40:23.034+04:00 Airbus wins $10 billion SAS order for up to 40 widebody jets Aviation, Airbus https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/volcano-near-manila-erupts-alert-level-remains-1.500591869 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/xcakqoku/Screenshot-2026-06-30-at-5.23.16-PM.png Steam and ash rise from the main crater of Taal Volcano during a phreatomagmatic eruption in Batangas province, south of Manila, on Tuesday. Authorities reminded the public that Taal Volcano Island remains under a Permanent Danger Zone designation, prohibiting permanent habitation and advising against entering or staying on the island and within the crater area due to continuing volcanic hazards. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T13:39:07.453+04:00 Volcano near Manila erupts: Alert level remains Philippines https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/trust-and-resilience-will-define-the-future-of-global-trade-1.500591854 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/tcne1rsa/SU260630MaritimeInterviewEugene-MayneNEW.jpg Eugene Mayne, Founder and CEO of Tristar Group Gulf News en 2026-06-30T13:31:04.613+04:00 Trust and resilience will define the future of global trade GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/woman-records-sexual-assault-inside-moving-car-in-delhi-1.500591850 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/kz2to85y/202606303845922.jpeg As the alleged assault unfolded, the woman began recording the incident on her phone. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T13:30:55.601+04:00 Woman records sexual assault inside moving car in Delhi India, crime, india https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-extends-work-permit-adjustment-deadline-until-year-end-1.500591843 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/un4ho3aq/Saudi-Miistry-of-HR-and-Social-Development.webp Expatriate workers have been urged to renew or issue work permits before the grace period expires. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T13:29:19.253+04:00 Saudi Arabia extends work permit adjustment deadline until year-end Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/deaf-man-reunites-with-family-35-years-after-boarding-wrong-train-as-a-child-1.500591803 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/951qwu9c/09e29398-0b64-473b-a165-212574b4d183c508e807.avif Lei with his elderly father at the reunion and press conference. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T13:18:53.369+04:00 Deaf man reunites with family 35 years after boarding wrong train as a child Asia https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/tamil-nadu-woman-dies-after-home-birth-police-probe-youtube-advice-1.500591836 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/mk8770xz/woman-1.webp The woman, identified as Sasikala, delivered a healthy baby at her home in a village in Tiruppur district. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T13:15:57.547+04:00 Tamil Nadu woman dies after home birth; police probe YouTube advice India, india https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/why-brazil-coach-ancelotti-refused-to-celebrate-win-over-japan-1.500591835 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/2s3qg9su/newsml_afp_com_20260629T172526Z_doc_b8pg6ce.jpeg Brazil's Italian head coach Carlo Ancelotti reacts during the 2026 World Cup round of 32 football match between Brazil and Japan at the Houston Stadium in Houston on June 29, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T13:15:36.883+04:00 Why Brazil coach Ancelotti refused to celebrate win over Japan Football, World Cup https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/etihad-rail-over-10000-tickets-sold-as-uaes-first-passenger-train-launches-1.500591822 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/z9p7pyu5/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-30-at-9.14.57-AM.jpeg Passengers gather at Abu Dhabi's Mohammed Bin Zayed City Station on June 30. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T13:15:23.220+04:00 Etihad Rail: Over 10,000 tickets sold as UAE's first passenger train launches Transport, Etihad Rail https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/unacceptable-outcome-south-korea-rocked-by-world-cup-exit-as-backlash-mounts-and-son-heung-min-apologises-1.500591790 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-25/377fkvwr/newsml_afp_com_20260625T032610Z_doc_b88y6h8.jpeg South Korea's forward #07 Son Heung-min applauds the fans at the end of the 2026 World Cup Group A football match between South Africa and South Korea at the Monterrey Stadium in Guadalupe, Mexico, on June 24, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T13:07:25.405+04:00 'Unacceptable outcome': South Korea rocked by World Cup exit as backlash mounts and Son Heung-min apologises World Cup, Sport https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/they-were-trained-in-top-academies-we-come-from-the-red-earth-alfaro-after-paraguay-knock-out-germany-1.500591778 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/2l4vr5nc/newsml_afp_com_20260629T000000Z_PH_GTY_2283926492.jpeg Gustavo Alfaro, Head Coach of Paraguay, embraces Gustavo Velazquez #2 after the penalty shootout win during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round Of 32 match between Germany and Paraguay at Boston Stadium on June 29, 2026 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/2l4vr5nc/newsml_afp_com_20260629T000000Z_PH_GTY_2283926492.jpeg Gustavo Alfaro, Head Coach of Paraguay, embraces Gustavo Velazquez #2 after the penalty shootout win during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round Of 32 match between Germany and Paraguay at Boston Stadium on June 29, 2026 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T13:05:00.224+04:00 'They were trained in top academies; we come from the red earth': Alfaro after Paraguay knock out Germany World Cup, football https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/nearly-1-million-new-millionaires-created-in-2025-ubs-says-1.500591623 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-28/z6fh9vsc/Stock_Rich_178121b4a56_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-30T13:01:00.000+04:00 Nearly 1 million new millionaires created in 2025, UBS says Markets https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/royal-jordanian-crew-bus-involved-in-new-york-road-accident-1.500591813 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-29/ghegulxs/accident_blnJc6K.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-30T13:00:20.387+04:00 Royal Jordanian crew bus involved in New York road accident Aviation, Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/what-you-need-to-know-about-omans-muscat-metro-project-backed-by-france-1.500591747 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/e88m5x90/Muscat-Metro.jpg The Muscat Metro is designed to create a modern mass transit network aimed at easing traffic congestion, promoting sustainable transport and improving connectivity between the capital's major residential, commercial and business districts. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T12:50:34.843+04:00 What you need to know about Oman's Muscat Metro project, backed by France Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/sport/germanys-world-cup-misery-continues-as-klopp-blasts-var-1.500591735 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/flog3ejm/ChatGPT-Image-Jun-30-2026-115231-AM.png Were Germany unfortunate to have their potential match winning goal disallowed https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/3m56t6f8/newsml_afp_com_20260629T000000Z_PH_GTY_2283948933.jpeg Paraguay celebrate in front of Germany after Jose Canale scores the winning penalty in a penalty shootout https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/u426ejbo/newsml_afp_com_20260629T235322Z_doc_b8qd2zq.jpeg Jurgen Klopp reacts during the penalty shootout of the 2026 World Cup round of 32 football match between Germany and Paraguay Gulf News en 2026-06-30T12:29:01.797+04:00 Germany's World Cup Misery Continues as Klopp Blasts VAR Sport, World Cup, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/pune-murder-investigation-siya-goyals-lawyer-sues-her-brother-for-rs100-million-1.500591765 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/7l3rkxs3/insta.gif Family disputes lawyer's authority as police continue probing Ketan Agarwal's death. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T12:26:32.520+04:00 Pune murder investigation: Siya Goyal's 'lawyer' sues her brother for Rs100 million India https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/uae-slashes-fuel-prices-how-much-will-you-save-on-petrol-diesel-in-july-1.500591752 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-27/8malebwj/Petrol-price-1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-30T12:20:40.559+04:00 UAE slashes fuel prices: How much will you save on petrol, diesel in July? Energy, Government, YourMoney-Saving-Investment, Fuel prices https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/sweden-wary-of-french-firepower-as-norway-take-on-ivory-coast-1.500591738 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/45fqapa5/newsml_afp_com_20260629T150555Z_doc_b8nu7ke.jpeg This combination of file photos created on June 29, 2026, Sweden's forward #17 Viktor Gyokeres in Arlington on June 25, 2026 (L); and France's forward #10 Kylian Mbappe in Foxborough on June 26, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T12:11:04.308+04:00 Sweden wary of French firepower, as Norway take on Ivory Coast Football, World Cup https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/daman-markets-steps-into-the-ring-as-official-sponsor-of-the-uae-boxing-federation-1.500591716 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/9rwtv8p5/012b945a-de4a-49b5-a1a4-f2e09727dbd5.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-30T12:00:18.020+04:00 Daman Markets steps into the ring as official sponsor of the UAE Boxing Federation Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/inside-taylor-swift-and-travis-kelces-wedding-plans-1200-guest-list-digital-invites-ndas-and-tight-secrecy-1.500591718 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-10/9opnllyo/Travis-Kelce-and-Taylor-Swift Travis Kelce, left, and Taylor Swift will be getting married on July2-4 weekend. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T11:51:26.418+04:00 Inside Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding plans: 1200-guest list, digital invites, NDAs and tight secrecy Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/property/imtiaz-expands-its-dubai-islands-portfolio-with-groundbreaking-of-dh600m-sea-cliff-residence-1.500591640 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/kghv5ixk/Sea-Cliff-Ground-Breaking.jpg-2.jpeg Masih Imtiaz, CEO of Imtiaz Developments, along with members of the company's executive leadership team, celebrates the start of construction of Sea Cliff Residence Gulf News en 2026-06-30T11:50:41.175+04:00 Imtiaz expands its Dubai Islands portfolio with groundbreaking of Dh600m Sea Cliff Residence Property, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/were-not-going-home-nora-fatehi-breaks-down-in-tears-as-morocco-secures-dramatic-world-cup-qualification-1.500591711 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-20/gyj1unzp/Nora.jpg Nora Fatehi at the Boston Stadium during the Morocco-Scotland World Cup match. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/1vbnxc7v/Nora-Fatehi Nora Fatehi at Morocco FIFA match Gulf News en 2026-06-30T11:40:43.137+04:00 'We're not going home!': Nora Fatehi breaks down in tears as Morocco secures dramatic World Cup qualification World Cup, BollyWood, Africa, bollywood, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/sport/the-rise-of-morocco-africas-powerhouse-at-the-fifa-world-cup-1.500591700 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/un4ie5bm/preview.jpg More success on the main stage for Morocco, but where did it start? https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/flxvp9z8/newsml_afp_com_20260630T062408Z_doc_b8qn6kg.jpeg Moroccan fans celebrate the nation's victory over the Netherlands in the Round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/nlwfja3h/newsml_afp_com_20260630T042545Z_doc_b8ql3ed.jpeg It's been a long and often painful journey to World Cup success for the nation https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/iwu0t2nf/FIFA_World_Cup_Qatar_2022__Morocco_create_history_by_reaching_semis_184fd52de57_original_ratio.jpg Morocco celebrate after beating Portugal in the quarter-finals of the 2022 World Cup https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/mzfrnj1u/newsml_afp_com_20260613T000000Z_PH_GTY_2281751288.jpeg Morocco shocked Brazil in their opening match of the 2026 World Cup Gulf News en 2026-06-30T11:28:33.415+04:00 The Rise of Morocco: Africa's Powerhouse at the FIFA World Cup Sport, World Cup, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/opinion/the-strongest-weapon-against-drugs-begins-at-home-1.500591691 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/ydptmepe/______________________________________________________________________________jpg.jpeg The UAE’s National Drug Enforcement Authority (NDEA), together with the UAE Government Media Office, has launched the nationwide campaign “United as One to Eradicate the Threat. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T11:21:37.582+04:00 The strongest weapon against drugs begins at home Opinion, UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/uae-ukraine-trade-deal-takes-effect-with-tariff-cuts-on-most-goods-1.500591687 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/04/29/UAE-Ukraine-CEPA_18f29451fd7_large.jpeg The conclusion of negotiations was confirmed with the signing of a joint statement by Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, and Yulia Svyrydenko, Ukraine’s First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economic Development and Trade. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T11:10:27.373+04:00 UAE-Ukraine trade deal takes effect with tariff cuts on most goods economy, UAE, Ukraine https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/planning-a-trip-to-oman-filipino-travellers-no-longer-need-hiv-certificate-1.500591664 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-27/at6abngn/202510273554650.jpg Negative HIV medical certificate requirement for Filipino travellers to Oman has been waived Gulf News en 2026-06-30T11:00:20.371+04:00 Planning a trip to Oman? Filipino travellers no longer need HIV certificate Oman, Oman, Philippines https://gulfnews.com/uae/why-uae-residents-are-choosing-colder-destinations-for-their-summer-vacations-fresh-cold-air-on-our-faces-1.500591607 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/u4xza2ah/Untitled-design-5.jpg Left: Khushie Mallya in Gudauri, Georgia. Right: Annie Meikle on the Isle of Harris in Scotland’s Outer Hebrides. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/rgqpg5r8/Trishna.jpg Trishna Mulani https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/nw0xbnnd/khushi3.jpg Khushie Mallya chose Georgia for short flight, simple visa process, and noticeably lower temperatures. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/1l96vsc3/shamim.jpg Shamim Kassibawi, Head of Communications at Spread Communications, is heading to New Zealand for six weeks https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/sttxdwak/jola.jpg Jola Chudy: "I love the opportunity to get away from the heat and enjoy a very outdoors-focused lifestyle." Gulf News en 2026-06-30T10:59:42.687+04:00 Why UAE residents are choosing colder destinations for their summer vacations: 'Fresh, cold air on our faces' UAE, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/emraan-hashmi-returns-from-the-dead-in-awarapan-2-teaser-this-time-either-this-awarapan-will-end-or-i-will-1.500591591 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/hoa0ae40/202512203614410.jpg Emraan Hashmi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-04/yaib2bye/ANI_20260604163204.jpg Emraan-Hashmi-Awarapan Gulf News en 2026-06-30T10:57:42.598+04:00 Emraan Hashmi returns from the dead in Awarapan 2 teaser: 'This time, either this awarapan will end, or I will' Entertainment, BollyWood, bollywood https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-extends-tax-penalty-waiver-scheme-until-end-2026-1.500591627 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/9qre6p1n/Saudi-Arabias-ZATCA.webp Saudi Arabia has extended tax penalty waiver scheme to end-2026, giving taxpayers more time to settle Labilities. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T10:35:04.141+04:00 Saudi Arabia extends tax penalty waiver scheme until end-2026 Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/egypt-uncovers-hyksos-era-settlement-and-cemetery-complex-in-ismailia-1.500591446 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/l9adm2fp/New-findings-in-Egypt.jfif Gulf News en 2026-06-30T10:28:30.984+04:00 Egypt uncovers Hyksos-era settlement and cemetery complex in Ismailia Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/uae-petrol-diesel-prices-for-july-2026-announced-1.500590426 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/07/31/Fuel-prices--petrol-prices_191079911a9_large.jpg The revised prices will come into effect from July 1, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T10:02:03.017+04:00 UAE petrol, diesel prices for July 2026 announced Energy, Fuel prices https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/struggling-with-dry-itchy-scalp-this-summer-heres-how-an-anti-dandruff-shampoo-can-help-1.500587943 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/of04tq15/HS-1-Main.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/hfv3gn70/HS-4.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/p1ygyz4i/HS-5.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-30T09:59:15.427+04:00 Struggling with dry, itchy scalp this summer? Here's how an anti-dandruff shampoo can help Lifestyle, Native https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/making-a-difference-through-education-how-this-pakistani-expat-is-shaping-the-next-generation-in-the-uae-1.500591259 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/iv71suxy/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-28-at-15.17.09.jpeg Aisha Nasim, principal of His Highness Shaikh Rashid Al Maktoum Pakistani School in Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/lhn2ctzo/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-28-at-14.41.45-4.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/sc8u4yo3/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-28-at-14.41.46.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/52irt83r/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-28-at-14.40.01-2.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/dbmko71e/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-28-at-14.40.01.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/kctzfm4h/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-28-at-14.41.45-2.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/cduwa9r1/WhatsApp_Image_2026_06_28_at_15_14_32.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-30T09:46:46.054+04:00 Making a difference through education: How this Pakistani expat is shaping the next generation in the UAE people, UAE, Stories-of-success, UAE, Dubai, Education, Pakistani expats https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/luxury-spending-hits-169-trillion-but-shoppers-want-more-than-labels-1.500591580 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-05/jed355cj/preview.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-30T09:43:11.135+04:00 Luxury spending hits $1.69 trillion, but shoppers want more than labels Retail https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/moroccos-prayers-before-penalties-and-sujood-after-win-over-netherlands-go-viral-1.500591573 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/dzbvlp2h/Moroccan-prayer Morocco's prayers, Sujood after Dutch win go viral https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/dzbvlp2h/Moroccan-prayer Morocco's prayers, Sujood after Dutch win go viral https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/0hcoj01b/newsml_afp_com_20260630T041803Z_doc_b8ql8ku.jpeg Morocco's midfielder #11 Ismael Saibari celebrates with his relatives after winning in the shootout during the 2026 World Cup round of 32 football match between the Netherlands and Morocco at the Monterrey Stadium in Guadalupe on June 29, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T09:26:32.882+04:00 Morocco's prayers before penalties and Sujood after win over Netherlands go viral World Cup, football https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/yassine-bounou-moroccos-calm-force-as-they-knock-out-the-netherlands-in-world-cup-showdown-1.500591567 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/x9vfmdo1/newsml_afp_com_20260628T215555Z_doc_b8lj7c9.jpeg Morocco's goalkeeper #01 Yassine Bounou speaks during a press conference on the eve of the 2026 World Cup Round of 32 football match between Morocco and the Netherlands at Monterrey stadium in Monterrey, Mexico on June 28, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T09:14:30.967+04:00 Yassine Bounou: Morocco’s calm force as they knock out the Netherlands in World Cup showdown World Cup https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/cody-gakpos-heartbreaking-world-cup-goal-dutch-star-scores-days-after-losing-unborn-son-in-netherlands-vs-morocco-match-1.500591559 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-20/4fqaneby/newsml_afp_com_20260620T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282517497.jpeg Cody Gakpo #11 of the Netherlands celebrates with teammate Tijjani Reijnders #14 after scoring his team's fourth goal 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/2026-06-30/0353zr7s/newsml_afp_com_20260630T032524Z_doc_b8qk6aj.jpeg Netherlands' forward #11 Cody Gakpo and Morocco's midfielder #11 Ismael Saibari fight for the ball during the 2026 World Cup round of 32 football match between the Netherlands and Morocco at the Monterrey Stadium in Guadalupe on June 29, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/1yr03sjh/newsml_afp_com_20260630T041505Z_doc_b8qj8ge.jpeg Netherlands' forward #11 Cody Gakpo is consoled by Morocco's defender #03 Noussair Mazraoui after losing the penalty shootout of the 2026 World Cup round of 32 football match between the Netherlands and Morocco at the Monterrey Stadium in Guadalupe on June 29, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T08:59:40.341+04:00 Cody Gakpo’s heartbreaking World Cup goal: Dutch Star scores days after losing unborn son in Netherlands vs Morocco match World Cup, football https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/pesos-new-normal-dollar-could-stay-above-60-bsp-data-1.500591425 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/ui1tvdmq/Peso_bills_PHP_peso_dollar_181d90c72f9_original_ratio.jpg Fro being Asia’s best performing currency in 2023, the Philippine peso has ranked as Asia's second-biggest loser against the US dollar (after the Indian rupee) in 2026, recording the steepest pullback in the region, alongside the Thai baht, South Korean won, and Indonesian rupiah. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T08:54:43.918+04:00 Peso's new normal? Dollar could stay above ₱60 — BSP data monaco explosion ukrainian tycoon https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/monaco-explosion-injures-ukrainian-tycoon-as-suspect-flees-to-france-1.500591557 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/vp7kvvk0/newsml_afp_com_20260629T215956Z_doc_b8q686w.jpeg A police car behind a security perimeter on a street following an explosion that occurred in a residential building in Monaco. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T08:54:03.166+04:00 Monaco explosion injures Ukrainian tycoon as suspect flees to France Europe https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/uae-petrol-prices-out-soon-fuel-costs-to-fall-after-four-months-of-increases-1.500591037 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2018/10/16/1_16a0852d84d.2290569_1058327768_16a0852d84d_large.jpg Since the UAE deregulated fuel prices in 2015, monthly adjustments have followed global oil market trends. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T08:53:39.286+04:00 UAE fuel prices out today: Petrol to get cheaper in July after four months of rises? Energy, Markets, Government, Fuel prices https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/uae-gold-prices-hit-june-low-after-dh64-fall-from-peak-1.500591556 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/09/20/STOCK-GOLD-SHOPPING-DUBAI_1835a3163ec_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-30T08:53:04.973+04:00 UAE gold prices hit June low after Dh64 fall from peak Retail, UAE Gold, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/kolkata-warehouse-roof-collapse-investigators-seek-more-details-1.500591549 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/ksbgr42n/20260624488F.jpg Kolkata warehouse roof collapse: Police seek more details from KMC, KoPT Gulf News en 2026-06-30T08:48:10.243+04:00 Kolkata warehouse roof collapse: Investigators seek more details India, ians https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/morocco-vs-netherlands-highlights-bounou-saves-the-day-as-cody-gakpos-emotional-goal-lights-up-world-cup-thriller-1.500591548 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/ycn62ugq/newsml_afp_com_20260630T024746Z_doc_b8qh3ly.jpeg Netherlands' forward #11 Cody Gakpo celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the 2026 World Cup round of 32 football match between the Netherlands and Morocco at the Monterrey Stadium in Guadalupe on June 29, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T08:47:29.549+04:00 Morocco vs Netherlands highlights: Bounou saves the day as Cody Gakpo’s emotional goal lights up World Cup thriller World Cup, Sport https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/sheikh-mohammed-congratulates-morocco-after-thrilling-world-cup-victory-1.500591545 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/3z4wnzwb/HMCK-nSWYAAkP8O.jpg Atlas Lions book Round of 16 place after shootout victory. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T08:42:30.910+04:00 Sheikh Mohammed congratulates Morocco after thrilling World Cup victory World Cup https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/morocco-stun-netherlands-in-dramatic-shootout-to-reach-world-cup-last-16-1.500591541 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/c4zhq59s/newsml_afp_com_20260630T042513Z_doc_b8qk9vj.jpeg Morocco's midfielder #24 Neil El Aynaoui and Netherlands' defender #04 Virgil van Dijk jump for the ball during the 2026 World Cup round of 32 football match between the Netherlands and Morocco at the Monterrey Stadium in Guadalupe on June 29, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/1v05lwwt/newsml_afp_com_20260630T042545Z_doc_b8ql3ed.jpeg Morocco's forward #09 Soufiane Rahimi celebrates after winning the penalty shootout of the 2026 World Cup round of 32 football match between the Netherlands and Morocco at the Monterrey Stadium in Guadalupe on June 29, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T08:35:38.148+04:00 Morocco stun Netherlands in dramatic shootout to reach World Cup last 16 World Cup, Sport, Africa 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/t6neh2pa/STAFFBUS_260605_Al_Ansari_Exchange_VSAKLANI_81780888254796.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 2026-06-30T08:30:51.274+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/sport/football/world-cup/shawk-the-hawk-outpredicts-german-economist-by-backing-morocco-vs-netherlands-1.500591526 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/4c0p8eja/Shawk-the-Hawk-outpredicts-German-economist Shawk the Hawk outpredicts German economist https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/4c0p8eja/Shawk-the-Hawk-outpredicts-German-economist Shawk the Hawk outpredicts German economist Gulf News en 2026-06-30T08:29:45.892+04:00 Shawk the Hawk outpredicts German economist by backing Morocco vs Netherlands World Cup, Shawk the Hawk Predictions https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bella-hadid-apologises-after-tearful-lyme-disease-posts-worry-fans-im-sorry-if-i-startled-anyone-1.500591532 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/qi8l3jog/Bella_Hadid_17be4cd45f4_original_ratio.jpg The 29-year-old model explained that the emotions she shared reflected the reality of living with a chronic illness, something she has dealt with for years. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T08:27:23.300+04:00 Bella Hadid apologises after tearful Lyme disease posts worry fans: 'I'm sorry if I startled anyone' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/new-oil-us-aims-to-create-25-billion-critical-minerals-stockpile-to-counter-chinas-dominance-1.500591522 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-28/avz8qtz5/202605283805628.jpeg Securing strategic mineral supplies: The latest measure passed by US lawmakers aims to protect US supply chains from geopolitical disruptions and market manipulation, while encouraging greater investment in domestic mining, refining and mineral processing. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T08:25:56.728+04:00 'New oil': US aims to create $2.5-billion critical minerals stockpile to counter China's dominance Americas https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/south-korea-fans-boo-hong-myung-bo-after-world-cup-exit-1.500591482 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/yinj5fhu/newsml_afp_com_20260629T200455Z_doc_b8pv3tx.jpeg South Korea's head coach Hong Myung-bo, who has announced his resignation following the team's elimination in the group stage of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T08:20:06.921+04:00 South Korea fans boo Hong Myung-bo after World Cup exit World Cup https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/uae-makes-history-as-first-passenger-train-arrives-in-abu-dhabi-1.500591490 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/yr4z882t/0ce2435f-75aa-4e5c-8ae4-ee1247f1b1c9.jpg Etihad Rail train arrives for its inaugural journey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/wf6rmuzz/0408fbc6-0806-40dd-b2e8-6fc899c83b0e.jpg Passengers start lining up to scan their tickets for the next train from Abu Dhabi to Fujairah. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/aq08y6gq/0408fbc6-0806-40dd-b2e8-6fc899c83b0e.jpg Passengers start lining up to scan their tickets for the next train from Abu Dhabi to Fujairah. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/navlvsoh/fb250c50-e063-4a3f-af6a-b9e3c8e5d089.jpg First Passenger Train Journey Between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah Launches Today. photo: Afra Alnofeli/ Gulf News https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/uxlorvu7/746ebfdc-38f4-4f98-bd54-537b4796f0b1.jpg First Passenger Train Journey Between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah Launches Today. photo: Afra Alnofeli/ Gulf News https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/5004rzv1/c78b5e4a-de9f-47da-ab1e-858ad285c4ef.jpg First Passenger Train Journey Between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah Launches Today. photo: Afra Alnofeli/ Gulf News https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/9y4i3mj2/50f7ceaa-94ca-41ab-92f1-fdd8977ed1f3.jpg First Passenger Train Journey Between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah Launches Today. photo: Afra Alnofeli/ Gulf News https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/o6cwsxez/de41ce1a-1eb0-4116-8059-fa1eca43693b.jpg First Passenger Train Journey Between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah Launches Today. photo: Afra Alnofeli/ Gulf News https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/otgu0lkd/36ae7442-bf73-446c-9ed7-c6b772b48c20.jpg First Passenger Train Journey Between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah Launches Today. photo: Afra Alnofeli/ Gulf News https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/7x72yxv5/31a82a66-0577-4aa5-8540-33184635450b.jpg First Passenger Train Journey Between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah Launches Today. photo: Afra Alnofeli/ Gulf News https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/lovu7zgm/4b849e02-3385-4461-a7c0-bbd5ef747493.jpg First Passenger Train Journey Between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah Launches Today. photo: Afra Alnofeli/ Gulf News https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/3a9ovnj1/cc53e10b-5dc2-47e9-a630-3a55f28460c8.jpg First Passenger Train Journey Between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah Launches Today. photo: Afra Alnofeli/ Gulf News https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/o2jljuk4/e81860dc-7848-49e5-a7ae-9ea6ddf40c1c.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/2e99iqnd/dab2360c-e52f-4515-9ff3-c291dc929562.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/si15fw9c/e4949129-9ce1-455b-872f-fd49e17352d0.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-30T07:34:59.406+04:00 UAE makes history as first passenger train arrives in Abu Dhabi Transport https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/paraguay-stun-germany-as-orlando-gill-outduels-manuel-neuer-in-world-cup-shootout-1.500591475 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/yklqqi9u/newsml_afp_com_20260629T000000Z_PH_GTY_2283926908.jpeg Orlando Gill of Paraguay saves the Germany's fourth penalty taken by Nick Woltemade of Germany during the penalty shootout. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T07:07:48.916+04:00 Paraguay stun Germany as Orlando Gill outduels Manuel Neuer in World Cup shootout World Cup https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/uae-free-zones-signal-confidence-as-entrepreneurs-look-to-build-for-the-future-1.500590511 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/6th263zd/shutterstock2235636333.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/5xs7if0e/LowerFR-260630-Top-UAE-Free-Zones-001COVER.jpg The Gulf News special report on top UAE free zones, business set-up consultants and tax advisories is a page turner, with view points and analysis by key sectoral players and industry voices Gulf News en 2026-06-30T07:00:00.000+04:00 UAE free zones signal confidence as entrepreneurs look to build for the future GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-and-iran-stand-down-for-now-with-crucial-talks-set-for-tuesday-in-qatar-1.500590173 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/bdjzmz67/newsml_afp_com_20260626T000000Z_PH_GTY_2283478259.jpeg US cites Iran request for Doha talks while Tehran rules out imminent meeting https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/cokf2538/The_Iran_Watcher.png Mohammad Akbarzadeh: Iranian state-affiliated media, including the IRGC-linked Fars News Agency, reported that Akbarzadeh, political deputy (and spokesperson) of the IRGC Navy, died after his vehicle overturned on a road in Kerman province (southeastern Iran, on the route from Yazd). https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/b1ncvvea/newsml_afp_com_20260616T115329Z_doc_b79u4ke.jpeg Iran foreign minister calls on regional states to block attacks from their territories https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-29/yhjvijam/ANI_20260529203659.jpg Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmail Baghaei Gulf News en 2026-06-30T06:45:05.581+04:00 US-Iran talks: Trump announces Doha meeting on Tuesday, Tehran denies agreement Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/france-to-illuminate-statue-of-liberty-for-us-250th-birthday-1.500591359 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-09/bd8pa8ng/newsml_afp_com_20260609T155736Z_doc_b6hk2nq.jpeg The Patrouille de France conducts a flyover above the Statue of Liberty in New York Harbor in commemoration of the 250th anniversary of American independence, in New York City, on June 9, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T06:31:04.487+04:00 France to illuminate Statue of Liberty for US 250th birthday Americas, Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iraq-gives-iran-backed-militias-sept-30-deadline-to-disarm-as-us-coalition-exit-looms-1.500591445 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-10/fbdbe765/newsml_afp_com_20260310T123051Z_doc_a2n48pq.jpeg Mourners attend a funeral for members of Iraq's Hashed Al-Shaabi, or the Popular Mobilisation Forces (PMF) -- an alliance of factions now integrated into the regular army that also includes powerful Iran-backed groups -- who were killed in reported strikes on Kirkuk, in Baghdad on March 10, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T06:26:06.439+04:00 Iran-backed militias get Sept. 30 deadline to disarm: What to know Mena https://gulfnews.com/uae/emergencies/tragedy-on-exam-day-emirati-student-killed-in-ras-al-khaimah-crash-1.500591444 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/10/12/Stock-crime-police-jailed_17c752e1503_large.jpg The injured student, Salem’s classmate and close friend, remains under medical care in hospital. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T06:09:55.845+04:00 Tragedy on exam day: Emirati student killed in Ras Al Khaimah crash emergencies https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-forecast-temperatures-to-climb-to-46c-as-dust-humidity-persist-1.500591437 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/53wlupkw/Dubai-beach.jpg UAE's weather will be fair to partly cloudy, particularly over northern and eastern areas. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T06:03:12.752+04:00 UAE weather forecast: Temperatures to climb to 46°C as dust, humidity persist Weather, UAE https://gulfnews.com/technology/new-galaxy-twist-samsung-plans-rollable-screen-smartphone-next-big-shift-from-foldables-1.500591267 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/qxxyre2j/Samsung.PNG Rollable Galaxy concept aims to merge compact phone design with big-screen productivity Gulf News en 2026-06-30T05:29:00.000+04:00 New Galaxy twist? Samsung plans rollable-screen smartphone — next big shift from foldables? Technology, technology, Samsung, Smartphones https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/irgc-navy-spokesperson-mohammad-akbarzadeh-dies-in-reported-car-rollover-1.500591417 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/hhywynq1/The-Iran-Watcher.png Mohammad Akbarzadeh. Iranian state-affiliated media, including the IRGC-linked Fars News Agency, reported that Akbarzadeh, political deputy (and spokesperson) of the IRGC Navy, died after his vehicle overturned on a road in Kerman province (southeastern Iran, on the route from Yazd). Gulf News en 2026-06-30T05:21:09.001+04:00 IRGC Navy spokesperson Mohammad Akbarzadeh dies in reported 'car rollover' Mena https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/transport/etihad-rail-launches-today-heres-what-the-passenger-journey-from-fujairah-to-abu-dhabi-looks-like-1.500547392 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-25/3un6cxa5/Etihad-Rail-Passenger-Station-in-Mohammed-Bin-Zayed-City-Abu-Dhabi Etihad Rail Passenger Station in Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi, https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/yx78ngj4/d98836bb_52d1_42a3_9486_9cab1a30e2ea.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/4j4vtna4/d98836bb-52d1-42a3-9486-9cab1a30e2ea.jpg Etihad Rail train arrives for its inaugural journey https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-20/7rraffe4/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-19-at-10.53.24-AM.jpeg Exterior of the Fujairah Passenger Station https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-19/x7ngzgpr/EtihadRail Etihad rail Fujairah passenger station and the train ride during a media preview. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-19/hk2bqgps/EtihadRail Etihad rail Fujairah passenger station and the train ride during a media preview. 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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/2026-05-20/8j5ihjyw/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-19-at-10.58.54-AM.jpeg 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/2026-05-19/0b9s0r7o/EtihadRail Etihad rail Fujairah passenger station and the train ride during a media preview. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-19/bfdrp4aj/EtihadRail Etihad rail Fujairah passenger station and the train ride during a media preview. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-19/rda4s85i/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. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-19/8rm7oftf/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/2026-05-19/70ua2174/EtihadRail Etihad rail Fujairah passenger station and the train ride during a media preview. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-19/31dowdml/EtihadRail Etihad rail Fujairah passenger station and the train ride during a media preview. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-20/swlc32z2/IMG5172.JPG.jpeg View from Al Bithnah Bridge https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-25/d7jlojeo/Etihad-Rail-Passenger-Station-in-Mohammed-Bin-Zayed-City-Abu-Dhabi Etihad Rail Passenger Station in Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi, https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-25/2i9ecqxy/Etihad-Rail-Passenger-Station-in-Mohammed-Bin-Zayed-City-Abu-Dhabi Etihad Rail Passenger Station in Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi, https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-25/41v8k6kj/Etihad-Rail-Passenger-Station-in-Mohammed-Bin-Zayed-City-Abu-Dhabi Etihad Rail Passenger Station in Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi, https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-25/uao1bvwd/Etihad-Rail-Passenger-Station-in-Mohammed-Bin-Zayed-City-Abu-Dhabi Etihad Rail Passenger Station in Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi, Gulf News en 2026-06-30T05:06:24.398+04:00 Etihad Rail launches today - here's what the passenger journey from Fujairah to Abu Dhabi looks like Living-Transport, Transport, Fujairah, Etihad Rail https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/powerhouse-haaland-leads-by-example-at-world-cup-norway-coach-solbakken-1.500591400 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-16/banfx4cd/newsml_afp_com_20251116T222525Z_doc_84878qq.jpeg Norway's captain #09 Erling Braut Haaland celebrates victory with Norway's headcoach Staale Solbakken at the end of the FIFA World Cup 2026 European qualification football match between Italy and Norway, at the San Siro Stadium, in Milan, on November 16, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T05:03:55.440+04:00 'Powerhouse' Haaland leads by example at World Cup: Norway coach Solbakken World Cup https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/the-uaes-social-media-age-limit-is-a-win-for-child-safety-1.500590055 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/2026-06-28/4tt8krdt/Morey_Haber___Chief_Security_Advisor___BeyondTrust.jpg Morey Haber Gulf News en 2026-06-30T04:54:00.000+04:00 The UAE’s social media age limit is a win for child safety Op-Eds, Health, Government, Mental-Health, Education https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/authorities-end-a-takeover-at-a-north-carolina-jail-hours-after-inmates-overpowered-the-guards-1.500591212 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-01/p9cqbpxt/JAILED.png Three guards and 88 inmates were inside the Bertie-Martin Regional Detention Center in Windsor when the takeover began. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T04:48:16.627+04:00 Authorities end a takeover at a North Carolina jail hours after inmates overpowered the guards Jail inmate uprising North Carolina https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/westminster-is-broken-andy-burnham-unveils-sweeping-plan-to-shift-power-out-of-london-ahead-of-expected-rise-to-uk-leadership-1.500590282 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/8bvegibr/newsml_afp_com_20260629T105731Z_doc_b8mp793.jpeg Labour MP and challenger for Leader of the Labour party, Andy Burnham, delivers a speech in Manchester, northern England, on June 29, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/jtu0tlie/newsml_afp_com_20260629T111644Z_doc_b8mt9gm.jpeg Labour MP and challenger for Leader of the Labour party, Andy Burnham, (L) acknowledges the applause after delivering a speech in Manchester, northern England, on June 29, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T04:39:08.789+04:00 'Westminster is broken': Andy Burnham unveils sweeping plan to shift power out of London ahead of expected rise to UK leadership Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/more-than-100-venezuelans-who-were-deported-from-the-us-hours-before-the-earthquakes-are-missing-1.500591330 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/silvdh6m/preview.jpg A helicopter takes off from a U.S. Navy ship docked at the seaport to support earthquake relief efforts in La Guaira, Venezuela, Monday, June 29, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T04:16:41.035+04:00 More than 100 Venezuelans who were deported from the US hours before the earthquakes are missing earthquake Venezuela US deportees immigration hotel survived https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/brent-climbs-to-7315barrel-wti-slipsas-oil-markets-send-mixed-signals-ahead-of-us-iran-diplomacy-1.500591364 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-15/75eu4ly1/newsml_afp_com_20260415T153137Z_doc_a7wv3zr.jpeg A man fills in his car with petrol at a gas station in Saint-Etienne-de-Montluc, western France. File photo taken on April 15, 2026 Gulf News en 2026-06-30T04:09:26.947+04:00 Brent climbs to $73.15/barrel, WTI slips as oil markets send mixed signals ahead of US-Iran diplomacy Energy https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/children-need-more-conversations-and-fewer-screens-1.500590740 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/cvr1qlje/Parenting_pandemic_review_176b39ed3e3_original_ratio.jpg The amount of time children and teenagers spend on screens has increased significantly over the years, particularly following the COVID-19 pandemic. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T03:06:00.000+04:00 Children need more conversations and fewer screens Op-Eds, Technology, Health, Parenting-Child-Health, AI, technology, Health, Mental health https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/more-than-1000-drones-detected-since-start-of-world-cup-fbi-1.500591361 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/t0pi8pnr/newsml_afp_com_20260629T000000Z_PH_GTY_2283922288.jpeg Referee Jalal Jayed checks the monitor during the VAR review after the Germany's goal scored by Jonathan Tah #4 (not pictured) during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round Of 32 match between Germany and Paraguay at Boston Stadium on June 29, 2026 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-17/2z2lwzyo/newsml_afp_com_20260217T210031Z_doc_97xf8g4.jpeg A member of the Mexican Army's special anti-drone battalion shows the system used to protect venues and ensure security for the 2026 World Cup during a demonstration for the press at Military Camp Number 1 in the municipality of Naucalpan, State of Mexico, on February 17, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/t0pi8pnr/newsml_afp_com_20260629T000000Z_PH_GTY_2283922288.jpeg Referee Jalal Jayed checks the monitor during the VAR review after the Germany's goal scored by Jonathan Tah #4 (not pictured) during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round Of 32 match between Germany and Paraguay at Boston Stadium on June 29, 2026 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T03:00:25.840+04:00 More than 1,000 drones detected since start of World Cup: FBI World Cup https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/san-francisco-archdiocese-agrees-to-pay-395-million-to-settle-child-sex-abuse-lawsuits-1.500591335 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/nm3lpjb1/preview.jpg FILE - Parishioners attend a service at St. Mary's Cathedral, the mother church of the archdiocese in San Francisco, on April 2, 2010. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T02:39:35.822+04:00 San Francisco Archdiocese agrees to pay $395 million to settle child sex abuse lawsuits san francisco archdiocese sexual abuse settlement https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/us-riding-wave-of-confidence-to-world-cup-knockout-rounds-1.500591325 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/ylm6dkkk/preview.jpg United States' Giovanni Reyna, center left, Antonee Robinson, center, and Tyler Adams practice during a training session ahead of their FIFA World Cup match against Bosnia in Irvine, Calif., Monday, June 29, 2026. (AP Photo/Andre Penner) Gulf News en 2026-06-30T02:25:41.498+04:00 US riding wave of confidence to World Cup knockout rounds after strong start to home tournament world cup usmnt usa bosnia https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/venezuela-earthquake-death-toll-passes-1700-as-un-continues-to-scale-up-response-1.500591348 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/em6ay5zt/preview.jpg Rescue workers carry a man rescued from the rubble of a building that collapsed in the earthquakes that struck La Guaira, Venezuela, Sunday, June 28, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-30T02:15:25.228+04:00 Venezuela earthquake death toll passes 1,700 as UN continues to scale up response Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/shipping-through-hormuz-inches-higher-traffic-picking-up-but-far-from-normal-1.500591345 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/vtrivjxy/horrmuz.webp While many vessels have been held outside Hormuz Strait or rerouted, ship trackers have reported fluctuating but generally low-to-moderate daily transits in recent days. Photo shows a cargo ship is pictured off coast of the Khor Fakkan Container Terminal on June 28, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/7u10jdau/Screenshot-2026-06-30-at-6.01.24-AM.png Shipping traffic around Hormuz Strait as of 7.01am Tokyo time on Tuesday (June 30, 2026). Gulf News en 2026-06-30T02:07:53.533+04:00 Shipping through Hormuz inches higher – traffic picking up but far from normal Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/peace-or-posturing-conflicting-us-iran-signals-keep-middle-east-on-edge-1.500591329 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/e11kbbb5/ANI_20260310172032.jpg Iran’s Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Esmaeil Baghaei Gulf News en 2026-06-30T01:27:38.701+04:00 Peace or posturing? Conflicting US-Iran signals keep Middle East on edge Mena https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/brazil-defeat-japan-2-1-to-reach-world-cup-last-16-2-1.500591289 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/qvi64hhi/newsml_afp_com_20260629T190036Z_doc_b8pr7lu.jpeg Brazil's forward #22 Gabriel Martinelli celebrates after scoring his team's second goal during the 2026 World Cup round of 32 football match between Brazil and Japan at the Houston Stadium in Houston on June 29, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/e8ktdjfl/Screenshot-2026-06-30-at-4.46.54-AM.png The moment Gabriel Martinelli won it for Brazil v Japan in the 95th minute. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T23:20:15.585+04:00 Brazil defeat Japan 2-1 to reach World Cup last 16 World Cup, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/jetblue-pilot-reports-drone-strike-while-landing-at-jfk-airport-faa-says-1.500591269 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/01/07/200107-JetBlue_16f7d5a8556_large.jpg JetBlue jet lands safely after suspected drone strike near JFK cockpit Gulf News en 2026-06-29T22:50:47.837+04:00 JetBlue pilot reports drone strike while landing at JFK Airport, FAA says Aviation, Americas, travel https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/south-indian/indian-actress-krishi-thapanda-breaks-silence-after-friends-death-at-her-home-no-time-or-space-to-grieve-1.500591187 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-25/81y1ateq/krishi.webp According to police, Vaishak (right) had been staying at the apartment for about a week with Thapanda's knowledge while she was away Gulf News en 2026-06-29T22:12:02.631+04:00 Indian actress Krishi Thapanda breaks silence after friend’s death at her home: ‘No time or space to grieve’ South-Indian, movies, india https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-condemns-israeli-attacks-on-syrian-territory-3-1.500591215 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/z5l9nhr3/UAE UAE calls on the international community to take immediate action to halt the repeated attacks on Syrian territory. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T22:01:11.398+04:00 UAE condemns Israeli attacks on Syrian territory UAE, UAE, Syria https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-allows-citizens-to-travel-to-lebanon-from-monday-1.500591206 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/8wvot7ld/UAEflag Travel to Lebanon resumes for Emiratis with mandatory Tawajudi registration Gulf News en 2026-06-29T21:52:20.757+04:00 UAE allows citizens to travel to Lebanon from Monday UAE, UAE, UAE Travel, Lebanon https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/holy-kaaba-to-be-ceremonially-washed-on-tuesday-in-centuries-old-islamic-tradition-1.500591144 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/4i1d863r/Kaaba The process begins with the preparation and cleaning of the Kaaba's interior before its walls, floor and columns are carefully cleansed. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T20:56:21.746+04:00 Holy Kaaba to be ceremonially washed on Tuesday in centuries-old Islamic tradition Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-air-says-khasab-flights-to-resume-once-safety-conditions-are-met-1.500591128 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/re6a4g37/Oman-Air Airline says services to Musandam's Khasab Airport would restart only after all operational and technical requirements had been met. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T20:55:57.118+04:00 Oman Air says Khasab flights to resume once safety conditions are met Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/world-cup-2026-shawk-the-hawk-predicts-brazil-vs-japan-round-of-32-clash-1.500591135 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/1tdv4k76/Shawk-the-hawk Shawk the hawk predicts Brazil vs Japan https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/1tdv4k76/Shawk-the-hawk Shawk the hawk predicts Brazil vs Japan Gulf News en 2026-06-29T20:52:32.027+04:00 World Cup 2026: Shawk the hawk predicts Brazil vs Japan round of 32 clash World Cup, Shawk the Hawk Predictions https://gulfnews.com/uae/gdrfa-dubai-launches-research-award-to-drive-innovation-1.500591023 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/svp1s9oj/0a555358-7c46-4dbd-82dd-b203688c5e30.jpg GDRFA Dubai launches second Scientific Research Award to drive innovation https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/lv2uhw63/0a555358_7c46_4dbd_82dd_b203688c5e30.jpg GDRFA Dubai launches second Scientific Research Award to drive innovation https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/upnln6lf/78ac9606_ddf5_485d_842c_16053d184bcd.jpg GDRFA Dubai launches second Scientific Research Award to drive innovation Gulf News en 2026-06-29T20:14:53.647+04:00 GDRFA Dubai launches research award to drive innovation UAE, Dubai, GDRFA https://gulfnews.com/business/abu-dhabi-fund-finances-dh562-million-in-projects-creating-10000-jobs-across-four-countries-1.500591104 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/a1xfmn93/ADFD The investments span high-impact projects across India, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Uzbekistan. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T20:14:35.047+04:00 Abu Dhabi Fund finances Dh562 million in projects, creating 10,000 jobs across four countries Business, UAE businesses https://gulfnews.com/technology/whatsapp-usernames-are-here-your-phone-number-may-no-longer-be-needed-to-chat-1.500591052 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/tr2hofam/EnglishWhatsAppusernames-reservation-2.png The messaging giant says usernames are about privacy, not advertising or social media growth. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/plulretg/EnglishWhatsAppusernames-reservation-1.png Users can hide numbers from new contacts, but usernames will not create a searchable network. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T20:00:00.000+04:00 WhatsApp usernames are here: Your phone number may no longer be needed to chat Technology, Markets, WhatsApp, Meta https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/96-of-uae-couples-pass-premarital-genetic-screening-5500-undergo-testing-1.500591031 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/po73rpsj/AD Premarital genetic test had become a central pillar of efforts to prevent hereditary diseases and reduce the risk of passing them on to future generations. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T19:53:23.961+04:00 96% of UAE couples pass premarital genetic screening, 5,500 undergo testing Health, Health https://gulfnews.com/technology/media/uae-develops-new-framework-to-regulate-childrens-use-of-social-media-1.500591047 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/8b6o4gbv/Social-media The UAE's Child Digital Safety Law had established a clear framework for protecting children on digital platforms. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T19:53:03.577+04:00 UAE develops new framework to regulate children's use of social media Media, Media https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/qatar/qatar-suspends-marine-activities-after-fatal-shrapnel-incident-near-coast-1.500591057 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/08/30/Doha-skyline--Doha--Qatar_191a324796a_large.jpg Ban on boats and jet skis follows death linked to nearby military operations at sea Gulf News en 2026-06-29T19:36:45.921+04:00 Qatar suspends marine activities after citizen killed by shrapnel Qatar, Qatar, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/indian-embassy-extends-suspension-of-regular-indian-passport-and-visa-appointments-in-uae-1.500591012 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-25/7eia5qf3/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-25-at-5.54.20-PM.jpeg Photo used for illustrative purposes Gulf News en 2026-06-29T19:10:25.093+04:00 Indian Embassy extends suspension of regular Indian passport and visa appointments in UAE UAE, India, UAE, Indian expats, india https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/watch-iraq-seizes-155m-and-gold-from-mps-home-in-sweeping-anti-corruption-raids-1.500591003 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/hl1ihdru/Iraq The arrests were part of an expanding anti-corruption campaign targeting senior politicians. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T18:56:09.374+04:00 Watch: Iraq seizes $15.5m and gold from MP's home in sweeping anti-corruption raids Mena https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/transport/etihad-rail-here-are-seven-essential-train-etiquette-rules-to-follow-1.500590950 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-25/d7jlojeo/Etihad-Rail-Passenger-Station-in-Mohammed-Bin-Zayed-City-Abu-Dhabi Etihad Rail Passenger Station in Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi, Gulf News en 2026-06-29T18:26:35.694+04:00 Etihad Rail: Here are seven essential train etiquette rules to follow Living-Transport, Transport https://gulfnews.com/technology/media/uae-licenses-15000-content-creators-from-more-than-90-nationalities-1.500590960 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/nyob6cfa/Media The regulatory framework was intentionally designed to support growth rather than impose excessive restrictions. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T18:22:45.340+04:00 UAE licenses 15,000 content creators from more than 90 nationalities Media, UAE, UAE, Media https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/pakistans-pia-enters-private-ownership-after-645-million-takeover-deal-1.500590958 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/04/02/File-photo--View-of-a-Pakistan-International-Airlines--PIA--passenger-plane-at-Islamabad-International-Airport.-_18e9ff0cc3a_large.jpg View of a Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) passenger plane at Islamabad International Airport. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T18:12:30.759+04:00 Pakistan’s PIA enters private ownership after $645 million takeover deal Aviation, Pakistan, Pakistan, travel https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/hormuz-traffic-slows-after-vessel-strike-iran-and-oman-discuss-strait-management-1.500590957 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/iywrtmdq/hormuz28_1782653013744.jpg According to maritime tracking firm Kpler, 29 commodity vessels crossed the strait on Saturday and only 12 on Sunday. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T18:12:27.408+04:00 Hormuz traffic falls after vessel strike; Iran and Oman discuss strait management Mena, Gulf, Americas, Oman, Oman, Iran, americas, Gulf, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/more-than-193000-passengers-use-dubais-smart-shared-bus-service-1.500590942 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/yzdl3hms/RTA The service enables users to book journeys via mobile applications while dynamic routing adjusts trips according to passenger demand. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T18:05:26.558+04:00 More than 193,000 passengers use Dubai's smart shared bus service Transport https://gulfnews.com/business/tomorrow-is-last-day-to-meet-emiratisation-targets-or-face-dh120000-penalties-1.500590929 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/hhj62sth/Mohre Companies that fail to comply will face financial contributions from July 1 of Dh10,000 per month, equivalent to Dh120,000 a year. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T17:54:27.139+04:00 Meet Emiratisation targets by June 30 or face Dh120,000 penalty Business, UAE businesses https://gulfnews.com/uae/sharjah-police-launches-50-fee-relief-package-for-businesses-1.500590932 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/08/27/Stock-Sharjah-skyline_1742fe4d76f_large.jpg Businesses to get 50% cuts on permits, violations and security system fees Gulf News en 2026-06-29T17:49:52.889+04:00 Sharjah Police launches 50% fee relief package for businesses UAE, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-expresses-solidarity-with-qatar-conveys-condolences-over-death-of-qatari-citizen-following-maritime-incident-1.500590701 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/u7y08buv/UAE-Flag UAE offers condolences, prays for swift recovery of injured Arab national Gulf News en 2026-06-29T17:38:55.861+04:00 UAE expresses solidarity with Qatar, conveys condolences over death of Qatari citizen following maritime incident UAE, UAE, Iran, Qatar https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/dubai-manila-flights-resume-as-philippine-airlines-announces-october-restart-1.500590901 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-07/8dg7s5ed/PAL-3.jpg Philippine Airlines said flights to Doha will launch on July 1. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T17:36:47.168+04:00 Dubai-Manila flights resume as Philippine Airlines announces October restart Aviation, Philippines, travel, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/zoya-developments-accelerates-delivery-starts-construction-of-calisi-one-month-after-project-launch-1.500590896 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/hgnclidk/Zoya-Developments-Accelerates-Delivery-Starts-Construction-of-Calisi-One-Month-After-Project-Launch.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-29T17:28:51.679+04:00 Zoya Developments accelerates delivery, starts construction of Calisi one month after project launch Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/uae/yas-island-miami-band-reunite-for-fourth-year-with-new-version-of-ya-helwakom-1.500590881 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/3sja14lr/Yas_Island__18799bebdfa_original_ratio.jpg Fourth year of Yas Island–Miami Band partnership brings fresh ‘Ya Helwakom’ Gulf News en 2026-06-29T17:20:22.078+04:00 Yas Island, Miami Band reunite for fourth year with new version of ‘Ya Helwakom’ UAE, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/uae/al-masraf-unveils-new-corporate-identity-as-it-marks-50-years-of-operations-1.500590875 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/f8wh5nzm/3021d15c-0b16-45e3-a267-b9020072298d.jpeg Al Masraf Unveils ‘Empowering Future Legacies’ Brand as It Celebrates Golden Jubilee Gulf News en 2026-06-29T17:13:20.202+04:00 Al Masraf unveils new corporate identity as it marks 50 years of operations UAE, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/man-rescued-after-106-hours-trapped-in-venezuela-quake-rubble-1.500590868 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/xjikwmcy/alive.gif Aaron Levi Cantillo Vargas was rescued from the ruins in Caraballeda, in La Guaira state. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T17:13:08.027+04:00 Man rescued after 106 hours trapped in Venezuela quake rubble Americas, Earthquake https://gulfnews.com/uae/watch-dubais-jumeirah-beach-2-turns-gold-with-a-sensory-room-whats-it-1.500590820 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/kg2fzig2/IMG7319.PNG The beach sensory room at Dubai's Jumeirah Beach 2 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/fisr02dg/IMG7317.PNG The beach now offers several amenities that support the People of Determination Gulf News en 2026-06-29T16:59:30.531+04:00 Watch: Dubai's Jumeirah Beach 2 turns 'Gold' with a sensory room. What's it? UAE, people, Government, UAE, Dubai, Dubai Municipality https://gulfnews.com/sport/world-cup-round-of-32-must-watch-ties-1.500590802 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/w8rkne6g/new-world-cup.jpg The World Cup round of 32 is here and there are some huge ties https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/49htangg/202606283843124.jpeg Brazil looked strong after a disappointing start to their group stages https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/sihdinus/newsml_afp_com_20260625T000000Z_PH_GTY_2283347512.jpeg Crysencio Summerville has been extremely sharp for Holland https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/s5nypveg/newsml_afp_com_20260628T014144Z_doc_b8jy7nk.jpeg Cristiano Ronaldo has never scored in a World Cup knockout game https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/62b3ykj6/newsml_afp_com_20260626T000000Z_PH_GTY_2283825718.jpeg Mohamed Salah will carry the hopes of Egypt on his back https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/1sh8g1cx/preview.jpg Lionel Messi has had a stunning start to the tournament Gulf News en 2026-06-29T16:49:10.532+04:00 World Cup Round of 32: Must-Watch Ties Sport, World Cup, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/mca-ai-day-highlights-the-growing-role-of-artificial-intelligence-in-business-transformation-1.500590810 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-30/9wxgjv3g/DSC8726-new.gif Gulf News en 2026-06-29T16:44:18.269+04:00 MCA AI Day highlights the growing role of Artificial Intelligence in business transformation Company News https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/from-the-uae-to-the-pyramids-jol-fest-company-delivers-the-complete-exit-starlight-festival-egypt-2026-experience-1.500590797 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/edyk5syo/IMG8866.PNG Gulf News en 2026-06-29T16:35:31.669+04:00 From the UAE to the pyramids: JOL Fest Company delivers the complete EXIT Starlight Festival Egypt 2026 Experience Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/india-s-first-satellite-guided-commercial-jet-landing-marks-aviation-milestone-1.500590758 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/jycvkjjz/20251208306f.jpg For passengers, the landing would have felt no different. But instead of relying on radio signals transmitted from equipment installed at the airport, the Airbus A320 was guided by satellite-corrected navigation signals. Illustrative image. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T16:19:31.892+04:00 India’s first satellite-guided commercial jet landing marks aviation milestone India, Aviation, india, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/5-dead-in-shooting-in-northern-germany-1.500590766 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/btwgf7h2/german.gif Police and rescuers work at the scene where several people were killed in a shooting in Stade, northern Germany, a city some 50 kilometres west of Hamburg, on June 29, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T16:14:09.045+04:00 5 dead in shooting at youth welfare facility in northern Germany Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/indian-embassy-in-oman-announces-new-passport-fees-from-july-1-1.500590748 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-28/sll1qrxb/India-e-passport Indian citizens in Oman will Gulf News en 2026-06-29T16:08:50.895+04:00 Indian Embassy in Oman announces new passport fees from July 1 Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/sport/motorsport/verstappen-hamilton-wary-of-silverstone-pitfalls-1.500590752 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/11/24/Max-Verstappen-and-Lewis-Hamilton_18c01eaefb6_large.jpg Rivals highlight risks and unpredictability ahead of Silverstone showdown Gulf News en 2026-06-29T16:03:58.711+04:00 Verstappen, Hamilton wary of Silverstone pitfalls Motorsport, Formula-One, Formula1 https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/aquanow-says-infrastructure-will-define-the-next-phase-of-uae-digital-finance-1.500590745 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/qkjb2u12/Aquanow-Image.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-29T15:58:57.795+04:00 Aquanow says infrastructure will define the next phase of UAE digital finance GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/hera-pheri-3-will-never-hit-screens-priyadarshan-confirms-exit-from-troubled-franchise-1.500590717 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-23/r9bw4q3e/202505233410474.jpeg While earlier this year the filmmaker had expressed optimism that the third instalment of the cult franchise could still take shape, just not immediately, his stance has now shifted dramatically. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T15:55:15.716+04:00 'Hera Pheri 3 will never hit screens': Priyadarshan confirms exit from troubled franchise Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/oman-france-sign-strategic-investment-deals-led-by-muscat-metro-project-1.500590697 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/2hm2lj74/newsml_afp_com_20260629T110701Z_doc_b8mn7br.jpeg France's President Emmanuel Macron (R) welcomes Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tarik ahead of a meeting at the Elysee Presidential Palace in Paris on Monday. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T15:54:45.210+04:00 Oman, France sign strategic investment deals led by Muscat Metro project Mena, Oman https://gulfnews.com/friday/cool-by-nature-colourful-recipes-designed-for-long-summer-days-1.500590669 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/8pvy8jka/Frozen-Berry-Yogurt-Bark.gif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/hex634cm/Chilled-Avocado-Cucumber-Gazpacho.gif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/ltjcv2sh/Grilled-Peach-Burrata-Salad.gif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/mz5di124/Coconut-Lime-Shrimp-Ceviche.gif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/vkpkumfp/Vietnamese-Chicken-Summer-Rolls.gif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/dcjtkcfc/Grilled-Halloumi-Corn-Tacos.gif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/fo65av7h/Frozen-Berry-Yogurt-Bark.gif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/i8fzog9m/Lemon-Posset-with-Mixed-Berries.gif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/eg0rxm9g/Watermelon-Feta-Mint-Salad.gif Gulf News en 2026-06-29T15:53:27.227+04:00 Cool by Nature: Colourful recipes designed for long summer days Friday, Friday-Food, Friday https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/cbse-clarifies-three-language-policy-which-students-will-be-affected-from-2026-27-1.500590707 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-06/bwm9c40a/202606063815637.jpeg CBSE promises new learning resources to ease shift to three-language policy Gulf News en 2026-06-29T15:35:22.365+04:00 CBSE clarifies three-language policy: Which students will be affected from 2026-27 India, CBSE, Education https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/body-of-missing-jordanian-woman-found-after-venezuela-earthquake-as-family-appeals-for-evacuation-1.500590645 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/rrn19opj/6a424bac27fa21782729644.jpeg Relatives of Jordanian couple killed in Venezuela quake plead for urgent evacuation Gulf News en 2026-06-29T15:23:31.753+04:00 Body of missing Jordanian woman found after Venezuela earthquake as family appeals for evacuation Mena, Earthquake https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/yaya-middle-east-launches-yaya-ai-to-simplify-nanny-and-maid-hiring-for-uae-families-1.500590679 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/5ouawddi/Hiring-a-trusted-nanny-in-the-UAE-made-simpler-with-the-Yaya-Middle-East-app.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-29T15:15:27.136+04:00 Yaya Middle East launches Yaya AI to simplify nanny and maid hiring for UAE families Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/anirudh-ravichander-and-kavya-marans-marriage-confirmed-as-sure-thing-by-uncle-1.500590668 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-15/qw03oe3k/Kavya-anirrudh.jpg Kavya Maran (left) and Anirudh Ravichander were rumoured to be getting married; however, the music composer clarified their relationship status on social media. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T15:13:08.012+04:00 Anirudh Ravichander and Kavya Maran's marriage confirmed as ‘sure thing’ by uncle Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/strawberry-micromoon-to-light-up-uae-skies-on-asteroid-day-all-you-need-to-know-1.500590630 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/y6dn7q74/Strawberry-moon.jpeg Photo used for illustrative purposes https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/jsp2nbsu/asteroid-day.jpeg The International Asteroid Day is observed on June 30 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/u46k1plg/asteroid-day-venue.jpeg To mark Asteroid Day 2026, Dubai Astronomy Group will host a special public event at the SEE Institute, The Sustainable City, Dubai. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T15:03:50.919+04:00 Strawberry Micromoon to light up UAE skies on Asteroid Day: All you need to know UAE, Science, UAE, Science https://gulfnews.com/friday/how-expat-families-boost-support-back-home-during-peak-holiday-months-1.500590635 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/7kphagk6/Remmitances.gif Gulf News en 2026-06-29T14:59:19.675+04:00 How expat families boost support back home during peak holiday months Friday, Friday https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/dubai-welcomes-first-flight-from-tehran-after-middle-east-conflict-pauses-1.500590617 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/8jxaasgk/terminal2dxb.jpg A flight from Tehran landed at Dubai International Airport on Monday, marking the first direct service from the Iranian capital since the US-Israel conflict with Iran upended regional aviation. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T14:46:53.586+04:00 Dubai welcomes first flight from Tehran after Middle East conflict pauses Aviation, Dubai Airports, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/friday/the-recovery-revolution-what-really-works-in-the-new-recovery-craze-1.500590612 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/1dzxs3s6/Fitness.gif Gulf News en 2026-06-29T14:42:21.542+04:00 The Recovery Revolution: What really works in the new recovery craze Friday, Friday-Wellbeing, Friday https://gulfnews.com/business/property/dubai-holding-real-estate-eases-golden-visa-process-for-property-buyers-1.500590587 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/uerp17lz/Stock_Dubai_Skyline_1756ab14456_original_ratio.jpg A dedicated service has been launched to help eligible property investors navigate Golden Visa and investor residency procedures directly at Meraas and Nakheel sales centres. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T14:35:44.000+04:00 Dubai Holding Real Estate eases Golden Visa process for property buyers Property, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/sport/stress-fracture-forces-raducanu-to-withdraw-from-wimbledon-1.500590152 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/h0d25qa0/202606293843729.jpg Stress fracture in leg forces Raducanu to withdraw from Wimbledon Gulf News en 2026-06-29T14:26:27.384+04:00 Stress fracture forces Raducanu to withdraw from Wimbledon Sport, Tennis, ians https://gulfnews.com/friday/beat-the-heat-expert-skincare-to-stop-your-routine-sliding-off-your-face-1.500590570 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/3lniez9e/Skincare1.gif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/cvllnb04/Skincare2.gif Gulf News en 2026-06-29T14:21:47.771+04:00 Beat the Heat: Expert skincare to stop your routine sliding off your face Friday, Friday-Beauty, Friday https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/breaking-the-rage-mould-ali-fazals-restrained-cop-anchors-raakhs-unsettling-tale-of-indias-most-disturbing-killers-1.500590482 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/tglytlrz/Ali-Fazal Ali Fazal headlines the new crime drama Raakh, playing a quietly determined cop whose simmering anger drive the investigation into one of India's most disturbing crimes https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/bcbnvsbm/202605293806280.jpg Ali Fazal Sonali Bendre-starrer haunting investigative thriller ‘Raakh’ to stream from June 12 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/r262o57y/Ali-Fazal Actor Ali Fazal https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/10/31/Mirzapur_1757d5e98ac_large.jpg Mirzapur https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/tsndx0fs/tab_Ali_Fazal_in__Mirzapur__16a08521949_large.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-01/7puvapjf/202606013810064.jpg Sonali Bendre also plays a crucial role in 'Raakh' as a mother in denial after her two kids are brutally murdered https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-02/ga2cspax/F1-still.jpg A still of F1 Gulf News en 2026-06-29T14:13:28.752+04:00 Breaking the rage mould: Ali Fazal’s restrained cop anchors Raakh’s unsettling tale of India’s most disturbing killers Entertainment, BollyWood, India, Court-Crime, TV, bollywood, crime, Bollywood icons, india https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/pune-murder-bride-to-be-took-rs1-crore-for-wedding-shopping-gave-it-to-lover-1.500590538 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/pixovyb6/202606293844154.jpg Siya withKetan. Police believe the money transfer was central to the conspiracy. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T14:04:05.069+04:00 Pune murder: Bride-to-be took Rs1 crore for wedding shopping, gave it to lover India, crime, india https://gulfnews.com/friday/how-to-refresh-your-home-for-a-cooler-calmer-summer-look-1.500590549 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/zg95bxam/Summer-home-decor1.gif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/stf048tn/Summer-home-decor2.gif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/prnwliw9/Summer_home_decor3.gif Gulf News en 2026-06-29T13:54:20.995+04:00 How to refresh your home for a cooler, calmer summer look Friday, Friday-Home, Friday https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/womens-t20-world-cup-the-road-to-lords-is-set-1.500590540 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/hb7lv1gm/newsml_afp_com_20260628T164349Z_doc_b8l639q.jpeg Australia's Georgia Wareham and Australia's Ashleigh Gardner celebrate after beating India https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/hw33pwx5/newsml_afp_com_20260624T191725Z_doc_b8833mv.jpeg England's Heather Knight and England's Danielle Gibson chat during the ICC Women's T20 cricket world cup 2026 match between England and West Indies https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/j4ajrryx/newsml_afp_com_20260628T164607Z_doc_b8l639y.jpeg India's captain Harmanpreet Kaur shakes hands with Australia's Ashleigh Gardner after Australia's victory Gulf News en 2026-06-29T13:51:48.117+04:00 Women's T20 World Cup: The Road to Lord’s is set Cricket, india, ICC T20 WORLD CUP https://gulfnews.com/friday/effortless-summer-style-trends-redefining-wardrobes-for-men-and-women-1.500590464 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/hryjagon/Matching-Sets.gif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/91y5ucpz/Relaxed_Tailoring.gif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/vuclux2p/Tailored_Shorts.gif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/yao9cycm/Colour_Confidence.gif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/s6ia5ddt/Textured_Summer_Shirts.gif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/km10ngui/Butter-Yellow.gif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/kgybormn/Modern_Boho.gif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/k4j4znmt/Fashion_Matching_Sets.gif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/4zl8nhx6/Sheer_Layers.gif Gulf News en 2026-06-29T13:37:29.588+04:00 Effortless summer style trends redefining wardrobes for men and women Friday, Friday-Fashion, Friday https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/transport/etihad-rail-tickets-how-to-book-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 2026-06-29T13:34:21.135+04:00 Etihad Rail passenger tickets: How to book, 50% discount on fares, ticket types and routes Living-Transport, Transport, Fujairah, Abu Dhabi, Etihad Rail https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/adnocs-biggest-ever-gas-project-matters-beyond-oil-for-uae-heres-why-1.500590507 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-03/w90oxzq7/newsml_afp_com_20260303T105619Z_doc_99pu3xm.jpeg A truck drives past an ADNOC Gas — a subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company — facility in Abu Dhabi on March 3, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T13:18:50.998+04:00 ADNOC's biggest-ever gas project matters beyond oil for UAE: Here's why Energy, Markets, Abu Dhabi, oil https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/bengaluru-man-invites-girlfriend-to-dinner-kills-her-after-marriage-row-1.500590502 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/gj06e5wy/202606293844061.jpg Anjali and the accused, Rajiv, had met at their workplace and had been in a relationship for the past three to four years. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T13:14:56.737+04:00 Bengaluru man invites girlfriend to dinner, kills her after marriage row India, crime, india https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/new-aster-initiative-aims-to-transform-womens-healthcare-in-uae-1.500590500 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/j1v03vji/Alisha.jpg Alisha Moopen, Managing Director and Group CEO of Aster DM Healthcare Gulf News en 2026-06-29T13:04:44.109+04:00 New Aster initiative aims to transform women’s healthcare in UAE Health, Health https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/abu-dhabi-launches-worlds-first-inclucoin-to-support-people-of-determination-1.500590475 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/rlfr4hf9/coin.jpg IncluCoin aims to create sustainable funding for projects benefiting People of Determination and their families. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T12:44:04.925+04:00 Abu Dhabi launches world’s first ‘IncluCoin’ to support People of Determination people, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/the-411-billion-imperativewhy-healthcare-investment-must-followwhere-the-patients-are-1.500590448 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/m4624aj8/Dr-Zain-Kenderian.jpg Dr Zain Kenderian Gulf News en 2026-06-29T12:37:18.981+04:00 The $411 billion imperative: Why healthcare investment must follow where the patients are Company News https://gulfnews.com/technology/techie-tonic-why-responsible-ai-is-becoming-a-boardroom-priority-1.500590437 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/zmuox67x/Agentic-AI Chief CFOs say trust, governance and accountability will determine who wins the AI race. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/0tp4w1u5/rohit.jpg Rohit Garg, Group CFO at Al Habtoor Group https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/u9e54sfi/Anid.jpg Anis Dadani, Group CFO, Al Batha Healthcare Group Gulf News en 2026-06-29T12:25:33.845+04:00 Techie Tonic: Why responsible AI is becoming a boardroom priority Technology, AI, technology https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/sunita-ahuja-says-govinda-had-many-affairs-during-marriage-on-reality-show-1.500590301 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/5o7i1tel/202606283842853.jpeg Sunita Ahuja reveals Govinda had many affairs: Pyaar mein toh har cheez bardasht karna chahiye https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-27/7nbfe65a/20250827235F.jpg Sunita Ahuja speaks up on divorce rumours with Govinda: Nobody can separate us Gulf News en 2026-06-29T12:12:53.261+04:00 Sunita Ahuja says Govinda had 'many affairs' during marriage on reality show Entertainment, BollyWood, India, bollywood, india https://gulfnews.com/friday/lifetstyle/quad-bikes-dubai-expands-desert-adventure-experiences-at-al-badayer-desert-uae-with-new-tour-packages-1.500590422 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/wrkndqba/Picture1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-29T12:12:41.532+04:00 Quad Bikes Dubai expands desert adventure experiences at Al Badayer Desert UAE with new tour packages Friday-Lifetstyle, Friday https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/a-stronger-position-in-biodegradable-plastics-is-emerging-for-p-life-japan-1.500590413 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/j9i9oj6k/Picture1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-29T12:11:36.352+04:00 A stronger position in biodegradable plastics is emerging for P-Life Japan Company News https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/etihad-cargo-launches-airline-led-training-hub-for-air-cargo-industry-1.500590419 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/fpnjqzqt/Etihad-Cargo-image.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-29T12:10:36.695+04:00 Etihad Cargo launches airline-led training hub for air cargo industry Aviation, Etihad Airways https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/ihg-lines-up-full-saudi-rollout-for-luxury-and-lifestyle-hotel-brands-1.500590408 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/10/20/Stock---IHG_18b4d473717_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-29T11:50:01.527+04:00 IHG lines up full Saudi rollout for luxury and lifestyle hotel brands Tourism, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/technology/iphone-18-pro-max-uae-price-heres-how-much-it-could-cost-as-apple-signals-a-hike-1.500590375 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-07/dkyplc1j/G4mW3O4XUAACU9L.jpg The upcoming iPhone 18 Pro series has leaked online, revealing rumours about its battery, camera, design, under‑display Face ID, and more ahead of next year’s launch. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T11:45:40.310+04:00 iPhone 18 Pro Max UAE price: Here’s how much it could cost as Apple signals a hike Technology, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/pakistan-airstrikes-kill-dozens-in-eastern-afghanistan-1.500590387 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/1ean9czh/afghan.jpg Afghan residents look at the remains of a building damaged in a Pakistani airstrike at a village in Tsamkani district of Afghanistan's Paktia province on June 29, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T11:33:23.801+04:00 Pakistan airstrikes kill dozens in eastern Afghanistan Pakistan, Pakistan, Afghanistan https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/216-trillion-clean-energy-boom-whos-investing-where-the-money-is-going-and-why-it-matters-1.500590326 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-08/zi32yzw6/newsml_afp_com_20250808T063949Z_doc_692m8au.jpeg A floating photovoltaic solar installation in put in place on the Oued Rmel dam, as part of a solar pannel farm near the Tanger Med port in the province of Fahs-Anjra, west of the city of Tangiers on August 7, 2025. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/jiqm685h/BUS_LONGI_13_1600319515286_1749a79ea99_original_ratio.jpg Photo shows solar panels at a plant co-owned by Longi Green Energy Technology Co. and China Three Gorges Corp. in this aerial photograph taken in Tongchuan, Shaanxi Province, China. Longi is the world's largest producer of solar wafers and the world's largest solar company by market value. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/7re2c6dr/Wind-farm-in-Europe A wind farm in Europe. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA) wind power investments are expanding globally as policy support unlocks new projects, though developers navigate supply chain and grid constraints. In total, global energy investment is projected to hit a record $3.3 trillion, with clean power and efficiency securing $2.16 trillion, as per IEA. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-10/aeyv313k/newsml_afp_com_20260410T063731Z_doc_a7cb28g.jpeg This aerial photograph taken on April 8, 2026 shows the under-construction 100-megawatt floating solar power plant project at the Getalsud Dam (also known as Rukka Dam), located on the Subarnarekha River in the Ormanjhi block of the Ranchi district, Jharkhand, India. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/08/23/Hywind-Tampen_18a22aac031_large.jpg Hywind Tampen: Unlike offshore wind turbines that are fixed to the seabed, floating turbines are, as their name suggests, mounted on a floating structure anchored to the seabed. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-19/edpoat8s/Megawatt_scale_battery_projects_BESS_Philippines_1919e2ca79a_original_ratio.jpg Megawatt-scale battery projects overseen by the Philippines’ Department of Energy mark a significant stride – revolutionising the country’s power landscape. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-30/lslhg3t7/France-battery.webp The Hazelwood battery energy storage system, a 150MW/150MWh utility-scale lithium-ion battery in Victoria, Australia, commissioned in June 2023. Located at a coal-fired power station site, it stores renewable energy to improve grid stability, reduce peak demand strain, and support the state's transition to clean energy. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T11:20:39.849+04:00 $2.16 trillion power boom: Who's investing, where the money is going —and why it matters Energy, World https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/b3-international-brings-italian-manufacturing-to-menas-projects-1.500590367 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/1yc2kbln/SU260618BizLeaders-B3-International.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-29T11:13:07.611+04:00 B3 International brings Italian manufacturing to MENA’s projects GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/abu-dhabi-court-jails-motorist-for-six-months-over-deliberate-dangerous-driving-1.500590343 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/2qit50ca/Court-ruling.webp A motorist has been sentenced to six months in prison, filed Dh70,000 and banned from driving for a year for deliberate dangerous driving. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T11:00:01.197+04:00 Abu Dhabi court jails motorist for six months over deliberate dangerous driving Crime, UAE https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bts-wont-speak-english-on-demand-and-yoongi-isnt-marrying-anytime-soon-5-requests-the-band-keeps-repeating-1.500590305 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/9lgsl8dl/BTS3.jpeg BTS: RM, J-Hope, Jungkook, Jimin, Jin, Suga, and V Gulf News en 2026-06-29T10:58:52.638+04:00 BTS won’t speak English on demand and Yoongi isn’t marrying anytime soon: 5 requests the band keeps repeating Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/uae-banks-hotels-and-airlines-could-gain-first-if-gulf-tensions-ease-1.500590291 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/12/30/Copy-of-NAT-TOURISTS-DUBAI-MALL88-1672407701357_18563445788_large.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/cxkqtge9/7e7fcc1b_e990_4efe_8f9e_c1e2bbcc0d52.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/zwugrxlm/e963b035_6709_4426_9ec1_c6ee436e27d4.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/kuv8m1iq/69edc661_bae0_4cec_a2a5_94cbc56e1a67.jpg Raxane El Mawla Gulf News en 2026-06-29T10:53:51.623+04:00 UAE banks, hotels and airlines could gain first if Gulf tensions ease Markets, Retail, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/sport/ryan-babel-on-the-netherlands-painful-world-cup-near-misses-1.500590284 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/qafkdq10/01.jpg Ryan Babel knows all about World Cup heartbreak having been on the losing side in the 2010 final https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/4uop90fu/1_16a07f9ac7a_738772_2535769770_16a07f9ac7a_large.jpg Ryan Babel played in the Premier League for Liverpool for four years https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/ilr50ggq/Ryan_Babel_Netherlands. Former Netherlands' forward Ryan Babel didn't feel a part of the 2010 squad even though he was selected https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/tkw5ryhq/Arjen_Robben_Netherlands. Arjen Robben had a couple of great chances to put Holland ahead in the 201 final against Spain https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/vitzwrq1/newsml_afp_com_20260625T000000Z_PH_GTY_2283228979.jpeg Led by Liverpool captain, Virgil van Dijk, Holland finished top of their group at the 2026 World Cup Gulf News en 2026-06-29T10:48:46.082+04:00 Ryan Babel on the Netherlands' Painful World Cup Near-Misses Sport, World Cup, Liverpool, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/sharjah-police-video-warns-one-choice-can-ruin-your-future-1.500590179 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/k5b1g61q/danger-of-drug-3.jpg One wrong choice can lead to a lifetime of consequences https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/eur33ewh/danger-of-drug-4.jpg Danger of drugs: One choice can change everything https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/f3ufxuez/danger-of-drug-5.jpg Danger of drugs: One choice can change everything Gulf News en 2026-06-29T10:35:58.190+04:00 Dangers of drugs: One choice can ruin your future, Sharjah Police warn Crime, crime, Sharjah, cybercrime, Sharjah Police https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/australian-man-charged-with-murder-after-thai-teenagers-body-found-in-suitcase-1.500590290 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/qpi73qvk/Carman.jpg Simon Peter Carman Gulf News en 2026-06-29T09:55:16.626+04:00 Australian man charged with murder after Thai teenager's body found in suitcase Asia, crime https://gulfnews.com/technology/nvidias-ai-chip-sales-in-china-stall-as-local-chipmakers-like-huawei-take-the-lead-1.500590246 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/immxurbd/preview.jpg A worker stands near robots at the Nvidia booth during the China International Supply Chain Expo in Beijing on June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Ng Han Guan) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/05/31/Jensen-Huang--CEO-of-NVIDIA-Crop._188701b2db0_large.jpg File photo shows Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia, speaking during a press conference at the Computex 2023 in Taipei on May 30, 2023. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T09:54:48.635+04:00 Nvidia's AI chip sales in China stall, as local chipmakers like Huawei take the lead ai chips nvidia huawei china https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/demon-slayer-infinity-castle-ott-release-when-and-where-to-watch-1.500590271 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-14/qy4sh004/preview.jpg This image released by Sony Pictures Entertainment shows a scene from "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle." (Sony Pictures Entertainment via AP) Gulf News en 2026-06-29T09:32:28.710+04:00 Demon Slayer Infinity Castle OTT release: When and where to watch Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/will-have-to-pay-her-more-shah-rukh-khans-witty-reaction-to-deepika-padukones-first-hit-before-om-shanti-om-1.500590267 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-27/i4w5gsh7/Actors-Shah-Rukh-Khan-and-Deepika-Padukone Actors Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/ek1px6cf/Om_Shanti_Om_1601375413343_174d969a460_original_ratio.jpg Deepika Padukone with Shah Rukh Khan in Om Shanti Om Gulf News en 2026-06-29T09:17:29.734+04:00 ‘Will have to pay her more’: Shah Rukh Khan’s witty reaction to Deepika Padukone’s first hit before Om Shanti Om Entertainment, BollyWood, India, bollywood, Bollywood icons, india https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/adnoc-ls-lifts-2026-profit-outlook-after-strong-shipping-performance-1.500590256 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/11/13/Stock-ADNOC-Logistics-and-Services_18bc71c0336_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-29T09:15:39.791+04:00 ADNOC L&S lifts 2026 profit outlook after strong shipping performance Markets https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/laapataa-ladies-actor-satendra-soni-alleges-filmmaker-threatened-to-kill-him-on-set-aicwa-urges-fir-1.500590248 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/2w38cgk5/ANI_20260628135502.jpg Actor Satendra Soni Gulf News en 2026-06-29T08:53:03.386+04:00 Laapataa Ladies actor Satendra Soni alleges filmmaker threatened to kill him on set; AICWA urges FIR Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/dubai-gold-buyers-get-another-price-drop-after-junes-steep-fall-1.500590247 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-06/9kz6p75i/newsml_afp_com_20260606T200048Z_doc_b6937ze.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-29T08:48:08.827+04:00 Dubai gold buyers get another price drop after June’s steep fall Retail, YourMoney-Saving-Investment, UAE Gold, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/virat-kohli-and-anushka-sharma-cheer-for-india-at-lords-during-high-stakes-world-cup-clash-against-australia-1.500590219 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/suuq97ot/ANI_20260628163725.jpg Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma at Lord's Gulf News en 2026-06-29T08:10:23.588+04:00 Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma cheer for India at Lord’s during high-stakes World Cup clash against Australia Entertainment, Sport https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/traffic-alert-sharjah-dubai-commuters-face-heavy-delays-on-e11-and-key-highways-during-morning-rush-1.500590221 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/p8lgk40a/An_school_bus_on_Ittihad_road_in_Sharjah_heading_towards_Dubai_during_the_morning_rush_hours__on_the.jpg Motorists are advised to allow extra travel time amid heavy congestion on key routes. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T07:59:17.287+04:00 Traffic alert: Sharjah-Dubai commuters face heavy delays on E11 and key highways during morning rush Transport, Dubai, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/harry-styles-wembley-collapse-wasnt-caused-by-heatwave-heres-what-happened-1.500590211 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-15/8xvyyj5e/newsml_afp_com_20260515T020002Z_doc_b2v82we.jpeg British singer Harry Styles performs on stage during the BRIT Awards 2026 at the Co-op Live arena, in Manchester on February 28, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T07:50:46.064+04:00 Harry Styles' Wembley collapse wasn't caused by heatwave, here's what happened Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-forecast-temperatures-to-hit-46c-as-fresh-winds-raise-dust-this-week-1.500590087 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/3gcop3gf/Fair-to-partly-cloudy-skiles-in-the-UAE.avif Largely fair to partly cloudy weather is expected through Friday, with humid nights, a chance of fog in coastal areas and fresh north-westerly winds expected to raise blowing dust in western parts of the country. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T07:12:22.095+04:00 UAE weather forecast: Temperatures to hit 46°C as fresh winds raise dust this week Weather, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-begins-planning-for-2027-hajj-season-with-focus-on-operational-readiness-1.500590090 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/k3hpi5pe/Hajj.webp Saudi authorities have begun early preparations for the 2027 Hajj season, with officials recommending stronger operational planning, closer coordination among agencies and greater preparedness to further improve services for millions of pilgrims. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T07:11:42.868+04:00 Saudi Arabia begins planning for 2027 Hajj season with focus on operational readiness Saudi, Hajj https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/from-hormuz-to-houston-americas-crude-surge-shifts-global-oil-power-westward-1.500590180 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/iexvnxj6/oil_storage_1719feac5f6_original_ratio.jpg A truck drives past an oil storage facility next to the Phillip 66 oil refinery in Houston, Texas. File photo taken on April 21, 2020. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T06:53:29.797+04:00 Americas, Europe crude oil production surge shifts global energy trade westward Energy https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-launches-fresh-strikes-on-iran-after-tanker-attack-1.500589408 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/kbdzndo0/HKoU8y3WsAEe7l8.jpg Hormuz tensions spike with Iranian strikes, US threats and fragile truce https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/a95iipuc/US.jpg US Sailors prepare an E-2D Hawkeye for flight aboard USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/dr4bmtwo/FM.jpg Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi (L) and Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad stand at their lecterns as they arrange their notes prior to the start of their joint press conference following a meeting in Baghdad on July 28, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-18/kb2m7ai7/ANI_20260118105620.jpg Iran’s Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Esmaeil Baghaei https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/80rsrcbc/newsml_afp_com_20260507T000000Z_PH_GTY_2275020447.jpeg US Ambassador to the United Nations (UN) Mike Waltz https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/w1li6ojc/ANI_20260603215910.jpg Israeli army Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/b1ncvvea/newsml_afp_com_20260616T115329Z_doc_b79u4ke.jpeg Iran foreign minister calls on regional states to block attacks from their territories Gulf News en 2026-06-29T06:27:11.239+04:00 Middle East ceasefire on edge as Iran launches attacks on Bahrain, Kuwait after US strikes Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/norway-defies-expectations-oil-output-tops-forecasts-hits-1722-million-bpd-in-may-1.500590171 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2011/8/15/1_16a07ff465b.851992_3698233839_16a07ff465b_medium.jpg Norway's overall petroleum production — including crude oil, condensate, natural gas liquids and natural gas — totaled 3.82 million barrels of oil equivalent per day, exceeding official projections by 2.9%. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T06:16:34.365+04:00 Norway defies expectations: Oil output tops forecasts, hits 1.722 million bpd in May Energy, Europe https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/from-fashion-to-tickets-5-surprising-ways-you-use-ai-algorithms-to-shop-in-uae-1.500589869 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-03-27/w4x26my6/shutterstock2516027947.jpg Online shopping Gulf News en 2026-06-29T06:06:00.000+04:00 From fashion to tickets: 5 surprising ways you use AI algorithms to shop in UAE Retail, YourMoney-Saving-Investment, Technology, Online-Shopping, UAE Shopping Malls https://gulfnews.com/uae/how-etihad-rail-could-change-work-and-hiring-across-the-uae-from-too-far-to-easy-enough-say-hr-experts-1.500589978 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-19/cp4cc9tq/EtihadRail Etihad rail Fujairah passenger station and the train ride during a media preview. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/ptazaiag/sarah.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/m76w3log/nicki.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/nzpo147k/Dr__Roma_Raina__Head_of_Corporate_Alliances___Partnerships__MAHE_Dubai.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/h8eilbg2/anil.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/6pkimjl5/laura.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/2d2c81j5/Ravi_Jethwani_CEO_Innovations_Group__1_.png Gulf News en 2026-06-29T06:00:00.000+04:00 How Etihad Rail could change work and hiring across the UAE: From 'too far' to 'easy enough,' say HR experts UAE, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/magnitude-55-earthquake-strikes-chinas-sichuan-province-1.500590165 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-08/g59pzbmw/Earthquake Gulf News en 2026-06-29T05:49:33.645+04:00 Magnitude 5.5 earthquake strikes China's Sichuan Province Asia https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/israelis-palestinians-torn-over-sacred-shrine-in-city-of-hebron-1.500590158 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/35atqeu3/newsml_afp_com_20260616T165838Z_doc_b7b34cd.jpeg Palestinians make their way through an Israeli checkpoint to attend celebrations of the Islamic Hijri New Year at the Ibrahimi Mosque, known to Jews as the Cave of the Patriarchs, located inside the Israeli-controlled H2 sector of the occupied West Bank city of Hebron, on June 16, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/o1mrq6et/newsml_afp_com_20260616T165558Z_doc_b7b34c3.jpeg A photograph shows the minaret of the Ibrahimi Mosque, known to Jews as the Cave of the Patriarchs, located inside the Israeli-controlled H2 sector of the occupied West Bank city of Hebron, on June 16, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/tbtrvcvr/newsml_afp_com_20260616T164454Z_doc_b7b34cm.jpeg Palestinians arrive to celebrate the Islamic Hijri New Year at the Ibrahimi Mosque, known to Jews as the Cave of the Patriarchs, located inside the Israeli-controlled H2 sector of the occupied West Bank city of Hebron, on June 16, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/pqfw5x46/2022_08_04T134744Z_531770630_RC2LPV9735N3_RTRMADP_3_PALESTINIANS_HEBRON_POTTERY__Read_Only__1827335d.jpg A Palestinian carries pottery in a workshop in Hebron, in the Israeli-occupied West Bank August 4, 2022. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T05:34:55.947+04:00 Israelis, Palestinians torn over sacred shrine in city of Hebron Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-warns-ships-not-to-bypass-its-chosen-hormuz-route-1.500588376 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/iywrtmdq/hormuz28_1782653013744.jpg This aerial photograph shows boats anchored off Oman's northern Musandam Peninsula near the Strait of Hormuz on June 27, 2026. Iran launched attacks on US sites in the Gulf in response to American strikes on the country, state media said on June 27, after Washington accused Tehran of attacking one of its cargo ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The trading of fire raised questions about efforts to keep the crucial waterway open while Washington and Tehran negotiate a final settlement to a war that began on February 28 with US and Israeli strikes on Iran. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T05:08:26.668+04:00 Iran warns ships not to bypass its chosen Hormuz route Mena https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/dubai-and-the-rise-of-dubai-it-how-a-city-became-a-global-model-1.500590059 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/uerp17lz/Stock_Dubai_Skyline_1756ab14456_original_ratio.jpg Today, policymakers, urban planners, investors, and commentators increasingly speak of “Dubai-izing” or “Dubai-it” when describing efforts to transform cities into globally connected hubs of commerce, tourism, innovation, and investment. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T05:02:00.000+04:00 Dubai and the rise of “Dubai-it”: How a city became a global model Op-Eds, Government, Dubai, Dubai Communities https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/paraguay-eye-life-changing-germany-world-cup-upset-1.500590118 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-26/enyc0azu/newsml_afp_com_20260625T000000Z_PH_GTY_2283363705.jpeg Ajdin Hrustic #10 of Australia competes for the ball against Omar Alderete #3 and Matias Galarza #23 of Paraguay during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group D match at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium on June 25, 2026 in Santa Clara, California. Gulf News en 2026-06-29T05:01:14.872+04:00 Paraguay eye 'life-changing' Germany World Cup upset World Cup https://gulfnews.com/uae/emergencies/kerala-man-who-died-after-falling-ill-on-uae-flight-had-lost-2-indian-expat-brothers-to-heart-attack-1.500589917 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/ubjp47bq/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-28-at-6.49.22-PM.jpeg Yousafe Kunhammu was the third of 13 siblings to die of heart attack, according to his youngest brother Jafar Kunhammu Gulf News en 2026-06-29T04:30:00.000+04:00 Kerala man who died after falling ill on UAE flight had lost 2 Indian expat brothers to heart attack emergencies, people, Health, India, UAE, kerala, Indian expats, india, Dubai, Sharjah, Health, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/critical-rescue-window-closing-in-venezuela-as-quake-death-toll-nears-1500-1.500585968 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/cg3r3hpt/newsml_afp_com_20260629T000550Z_doc_b8lj4jb.jpeg A rescue dog from the Argentine search and rescue team search for bodies in the rubble of a collapsed building in Caraballeda, La Guaira state, Venezuela, on June 28, 2026, following twin earthquakes. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/zx8vtj2z/preview.jpg Mexican Army rescue workers search for people trapped in collapsed buildings after earthquakes struck La Guaira, Venezuela, Sunday, June 28, 2026. (AP Photo/Matias Delacroix) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/pmlysbdc/preview.jpg Rescue workers carry a man rescued from the rubble of a building that collapsed in the earthquakes that struck La Guaira, Venezuela, Sunday, June 28, 2026. (AP Photo/Matias Delacroix) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/dv05h8zi/newsml_afp_com_20260628T223005Z_doc_b8lh763.jpeg An Osprey aircraft overflies a quake-hit area in Caraballeda, La Guaira State, Venezuela on June 28, 2026, following twin earthquakes. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/bahupdhh/newsml_afp_com_20260628T214823Z_doc_b8lj79t.jpeg Rescuers and volunteers search for victims in Caraballeda, La Guaira State, Venezuela on June 28, 2026, following twin earthquakes. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/83fif44p/newsml_afp_com_20260628T215039Z_doc_b8lj79y.jpeg View of a stuffed toy amid rubbish in Caraballeda, La Guaira State, Venezuela on June 28, 2026, following twin earthquakes. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/7grw47oy/newsml_afp_com_20260628T214639Z_doc_b8lj79w.jpeg US rescue squad members get ready on arrival in Caraballeda, La Guaira State, Venezuela on June 28, 2026, following twin earthquakes. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/lf9z3203/newsml_afp_com_20260628T214330Z_doc_b8lj79r.jpeg Rescue dog 'Tsunami' receives hydration after long hours of work in Caraballeda, La Guaira State, Venezuela on June 28, 2026, following twin earthquakes. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/bc20ynqe/preview.jpg Rescue workers carry a man rescued from the rubble of a building that collapsed in the earthquakes that struck La Guaira, Venezuela, Sunday, June 28, 2026. (AP Photo/Matias Delacroix) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/c2081uvm/newsml_afp_com_20260628T214103Z_doc_b8lj79k.jpeg A truck carrying supplies drives in a quake-hit area in Caraballeda, La Guaira State, Venezuela on June 28, 2026, following twin earthquakes. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/0wqehzk9/newsml_afp_com_20260628T212049Z_doc_b8lh7ke.jpeg A rescuer uses a grinder while trying to retrieve a body in Caraballeda, La Guaira State, Venezuela on June 28, 2026, following twin earthquakes. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/x1h9ts4x/newsml_afp_com_20260628T212402Z_doc_b8lh663.jpeg A US Marines helicopter overflies a quake-hit area in Caraballeda, La Guaira State, Venezuela on June 28, 2026, following twin earthquakes. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/m1zv9tp2/newsml_afp_com_20260628T210534Z_doc_b8lh7cq.jpeg Rescuers and volunteers search for possible victims in Caraballeda, La Guaira State, Venezuela on June 28, 2026, following twin earthquakes. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/1d7pfl89/newsml_afp_com_20260628T202658Z_doc_b8lf6xh.jpeg Rescuers and volunteers search for survivors in La Guaira, La Guaira state, Venezuela, on June 28, 2026, following twin earthquakes. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/u9pq8csu/newsml_afp_com_20260628T201742Z_doc_b8le9xp.jpeg Members of the French Civil Security Training and Intervention Regiment (UIISC 7) walk along a street in La Guaira state, Venezuela, on June 28, 2026, following earthquakes. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/q0bv1i37/newsml_afp_com_20260628T201539Z_doc_b8lf7e8.jpeg Rescuers and volunteers search for survivors on the rubble of a collapsed building in La Guaira state, Venezuela, on June 28, 2026, following earthquakes. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/m1zv9tp2/newsml_afp_com_20260628T210534Z_doc_b8lh7cq.jpeg Rescuers and volunteers search for possible victims in Caraballeda, La Guaira State, Venezuela on June 28, 2026, following twin earthquakes. 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