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<image:caption>US President Donald Trump</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Lebanese army forces deploy in the village of Bir al-Salasel in southern Lebanon on June 15, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Vice President JD Vance visits "FOX &amp; Friends" at Fox News Channel Studios on June 16, 2026 in New York City.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Majid Takht-Ravanchi, Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs</image:caption>
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<news:title>Trump threatens fresh bombing if Iran ‘misbehaves’ as Lebanon says Israel talks separate from US-Iran deal</news:title>
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<image:caption>Lebanon President Joseph Aoun</image:caption>
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<news:title>Lebanon president says negotiations with Israel 'independent' of US-Iran deal</news:title>
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<image:caption>A Palestinian man inspects the damage inside a mosque reportedly burnt by Israeli settlers over night, in the Israeli occupied West Bank village of Jiljlia, just north of the West Bank city of Ramallah on June 17, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:title>Israeli settlers torch two West Bank mosques</news:title>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/ben-pringle-on-uae-football-helping-players-build-a-career-in-the-region-1.500577513</loc>
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<image:caption>Ben Pringle is more than just a UAE footballer</image:caption>
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<news:title>Ben Pringle on UAE football &amp; helping players build a career in the region  </news:title>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/pakistani-expat-in-dubai-32-undergoes-second-heart-surgery-just-six-months-after-her-first-1.500577586</loc>
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<image:caption>Mahpara Ashraf (centre) with Dr Sandeep Shrivastava (right) and Dr Shipra Srivastava.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T17:27:00.341+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Pakistani expat in Dubai, 32, undergoes second heart surgery just six months after her first</news:title>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T17:23:31.890+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE evening traffic alert: Dubai-Sharjah delays on Sheikh Zayed Road and E311 at rush hour</news:title>
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<image:caption>The Dubai Financial Market’s market capitalisation has exceeded Dh1 trillion as trading activity and foreign investor participation increase.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T17:21:48.103+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Dubai Financial Market crosses Dh1 trillion market capitalisation milestone</news:title>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/any-new-regional-arrangements-must-address-irans-direct-aggression-on-gcc-countries-anwar-gargash-1.500577568</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T17:10:47.307+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Any new regional arrangements must address Iran’s direct aggression on GCC countries: Anwar Gargash</news:title>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/uae-residents-citizens-can-now-invest-in-first-retail-t-sukuk-from-dh1000-1.500577564</loc>
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<image:caption>The UAE Ministry of Finance has launched the country’s first Sovereign Retail T-Sukuk programme, allowing citizens and residents to invest in government-backed, Sharia-compliant securities from Dh1,000.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T17:00:22.485+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE residents, citizens can now invest in first retail T-Sukuk from Dh1,000</news:title>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/property/uae-developer-arada-starts-london-push-with-swiss-cottage-apartments-1.500577571</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T16:59:52.425+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE developer Arada starts London push with Swiss Cottage apartments</news:title>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/the-fifa-world-cup-has-robot-security-dogs-in-mexico-1.500576187</loc>
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<image:caption>A robot dog of the Nuevo Leon State Police is seen outside Monterrey Stadium in Monterrey, Mexico, on June 13, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>A robot dog of the Nuevo Leon State Police is seen outside Monterrey Stadium in Monterrey, Mexico, on June 13, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>An K9-X robot dog climbs the stairs during a presentation by Mexican police at the BBVA Stadium in Monterrey, Mexico, on February 11, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>A mobile unit of the Mexican National Guard patrols the perimeter of the "Guadalajara Stadium" for 2026 FIFA World Cup, in Zapopan, Jalisco, Mexico, on June 3, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>A robot dog of the Nuevo Leon State Police is seen outside Monterrey Stadium in Monterrey, Mexico, on June 13, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T16:56:02.471+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>The FIFA World Cup has robot security dogs in Mexico</news:title>
<news:keywords>World Cup</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/the-power-of-community-how-a-dubai-teachers-cancer-battle-sparked-a-wave-of-kindness-across-the-uae-1.500577490</loc>
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<image:caption>From left to right: David Gairn and Claire Francis with their children Alfie, Tommy, and Edi</image:caption>
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<image:caption>From left to right: Claire Francis and David Gairn</image:caption>
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<image:caption>From left to right: David Gairn and Claire Francis with their children Edi and Tommy</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Claire's Community</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Claire's Community</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Claire's Community</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Claire's Community</image:caption>
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<image:caption>From left to right: Claire Francis and David Gairn</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T16:55:22.203+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>The power of community: How a Dubai teacher's cancer battle sparked a wave of kindness across the UAE</news:title>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/italy-launches-new-africa-gulf-area-to-boost-business-ties-and-investment-opportunities-1.500577528</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T16:34:36.642+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Italy launches New Africa, Gulf Area to boost business ties and investment opportunities</news:title>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-once-attacked-iran-cash-deals-now-he-s-defending-a-300-billion-fund-1.500577464</loc>
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<image:caption>Trump spent years attacking the Obama administration for allowing Iran access to billions of dollars in frozen assets under the 2015 nuclear agreement.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T16:32:25.770+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Trump once attacked Iran cash deals. Now he’s defending a $300 billion fund</news:title>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/sheikh-mohammed-launches-dubai-it-to-embed-culture-of-work-philosophy-and-excellence-1.500577497</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T16:11:52.047+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Sheikh Mohammed launches 'Dubai-It' to embed culture of work philosophy and excellence</news:title>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-launches-lab-to-detect-toxic-nanoparticles-in-your-food-in-just-5-minutes-heres-why-that-matters-1.500577489</loc>
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<image:caption>unsafe or non-compliant food products can be identified and flagged faster than ever before</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T16:08:31.822+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Dubai launches lab to detect toxic nanoparticles in your food in just 5 minutes: Here's why that matters</news:title>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/revolut-gets-uae-central-bank-licences-ahead-of-full-launch-1.500577498</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T16:06:15.016+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Revolut gets UAE Central Bank licences ahead of full launch</news:title>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/banks-face-170-billion-profit-squeeze-while-ai-challengers-reset-finance-1.500577449</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T15:45:35.372+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Banks face $170 billion profit squeeze while AI challengers reset finance</news:title>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/telegrams-pavel-durov-slams-indias-temporary-ban-says-150-million-users-punished-without-stopping-neet-leak-scams-1.500577450</loc>
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<image:caption>Telegram messaging app CEO and co-founder Pavel Durov watches the bantamweight bout between Russia’s Said Nurmagomedov and US' Mario Bautista at UFC 321 at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on October 25, 2025.</image:caption>
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<news:title>Telegram’s Pavel Durov slams India’s temporary ban, says 150 million users ‘punished’ without stopping NEET leak scams</news:title>
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<image:caption>His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T15:33:45.132+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Sharjah Ruler orders Dh300 million expansion of University Hospital</news:title>
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<image:caption>Shawk the hawk predicts England vs Croatia</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Shawk the hawk predicts England vs Croatia</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T15:19:09.166+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>World Cup 2026: Shawk has found his form again; Can he predict England vs Croatia right?</news:title>
<news:keywords>World Cup, Shawk the Hawk Predictions</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/batwara-1947-reveals-first-look-at-sunny-deol-preity-zinta-and-ensemble-cast-1.500577380</loc>
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<image:caption>The makers of Batwara 1947 have released a set of character posters introducing the ensemble cast at the heart of the upcoming Partition-era drama, offering fans their first proper look at the film ahead of its release later this year.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T15:04:42.537+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Batwara 1947 reveals first look at Sunny Deol, Preity Zinta and ensemble cast</news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment, BollyWood, bollywood</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/strait-of-hormuz-may-reopen-on-friday-but-oil-prices-could-take-8-weeks-to-settle-1.500577303</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-27/m86hifw0/Petrol-price-1.jpg</image:loc>
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<image:caption>Vijay Valecha</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/ziysvkal/bb7f94ec_6886_42a3_9a8d_aaa7bf88f9a1.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T14:54:55.861+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Strait of Hormuz may reopen on Friday, but oil prices could take 8 weeks to settle</news:title>
<news:keywords>Markets, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/gcc-economy-to-shrink-in-2026-before-81-growth-rebound-in-2027-report-says-1.500577378</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-14/wgk6ehtl/STOCK-DUBAI-SKYLINE-UAE-ECONOMY-1.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The UAE economy is expected to show resilience as the GCC navigates regional economic challenges and looks towards recovery.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-23/7mfmiy6b/Abudhabiskyline-2026</image:loc>
<image:caption>The UAE’s diversified economy and strong non-oil sectors are expected to support growth as the GCC region recovers from disruption.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T14:54:52.723+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>GCC economy to shrink in 2026 before 8.1% growth rebound in 2027, report says</news:title>
<news:keywords>economy, UAE economy</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/anisha-padukone-says-she-completely-missed-the-signs-of-deepikas-depression-1.500577217</loc>
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<image:caption>Bollywood's Mastani Deepika Padukone's little sister is a professional golf player.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Bollywood's Mastani Deepika Padukone's little sister is a professional golf player.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T14:30:29.034+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Anisha Padukone says she completely missed the signs of Deepika's depression</news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment, BollyWood, bollywood</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/alaan-launches-uaes-first-ai-native-business-bank-account-powered-by-ruya-1.500577347</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/j2mcfccr/Ruya.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T14:25:15.097+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Alaan launches UAE's first AI-native business bank account, powered by ruya</news:title>
<news:keywords>Corporate-News</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/hrithik-roshans-green-eyed-cameo-steals-the-spotlight-in-alpha-trailer-1.500577319</loc>
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<image:caption>The full trailer for Alpha has arrived, revealing that Bobby Deol's Fateh is not Sita's biological father and ending with a surprise appearance that strongly hints at Hrithik Roshan's return as Kabir in the expanding YRF Spy Universe.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T14:21:23.854+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Hrithik Roshan's green-eyed cameo steals the spotlight in Alpha trailer</news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment, BollyWood, bollywood</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-private-sector-workforce-grows-25-per-cent-in-q1-2026-as-skilled-jobs-and-companies-increase-1.500577294</loc>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T14:11:54.380+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE private sector workforce grows 2.5 per cent in Q1 2026 as skilled jobs and companies increase</news:title>
<news:keywords>Government</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/emirati-researcher-develops-ai-platform-to-detect-deepfakes-and-fake-content-1.500576030</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/bhrju7lw/9a1acf7b-2a5a-4241-91fe-c153aab2140c.jpeg</image:loc>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T13:56:16.841+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Emirati researcher develops AI platform to detect deepfakes and fake content</news:title>
<news:keywords>Education</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/the-big-names-have-delivered-can-ronaldo-do-the-same-1.500577278</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/dey1a1m5/RONALDO-COMBO-1.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Can Ronaldo put himself amongst football's biggest stars with a huge performance against DR Congo?</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/8sjhcamg/preview.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Kylian Mbappe always seems to show up for his country</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/01kicblr/preview.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Erling Haaland scored twice on his World Cup debut</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Lionel Messi's performance piles the pressure on his great rival Cristiano Ronaldo</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Cristiano Ronaldo failed to impress in Portugal's World Cup warm-up games</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T13:49:53.607+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>The big names have delivered - Can Ronaldo do the same?</news:title>
<news:keywords>Sport, Football, World Cup, Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, FIFA World Cup, Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/ajman-targets-more-german-tourists-through-new-partnership-talks-1.500577295</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/0ilh2eb5/Ajman-german.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi, Director General of the Department of Tourism, Culture and Media in Ajman, presenting a shield to Sybille Pfaff, Consul General of Germany in Dubai and the Northern Emirates during their meeting in Ajman</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/w3e3q2o6/Ajman-german-two.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi and Sybille Pfaff during the meeting in Ajman</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T13:46:06.771+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Ajman targets more German tourists through new partnership talks</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tourism, Tourist-destinations</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/messi-says-record-just-a-statistic-and-nothing-more-1.500577282</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-26/9nkp33km/MESSI-ACTION</image:loc>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T13:33:39.518+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Messi says ‘record just a statistic and nothing more’</news:title>
<news:keywords>Football</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/who-was-sai-karthik-varma-datla-indian-techie-among-12-killed-in-missouri-skydiving-plane-crash-1.500577269</loc>
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<image:caption>Sai Karthik Varma Datla, 24, from Andhra Pradesh, died along with the pilot and 10 experienced skydivers when the single-engine aircraft went down near Butler Memorial Airport on Sunday morning.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T13:31:58.737+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Who was Sai Karthik Varma Datla? Indian techie among 12 killed in Missouri skydiving plane crash</news:title>
<news:keywords>Americas, India, india, Aviation, americas</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/jeremy-clarkson-reveals-prostate-cancer-diagnosis-on-clarksons-farm-1.500577218</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/70nubxpd/jeremy-clarkson.JPG</image:loc>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T13:04:20.333+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Jeremy Clarkson reveals prostate cancer diagnosis on Clarkson's Farm</news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment, Europe</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/uk-pm-says-russian-warships-warning-shots-reckless-not-sinister-1.500576700</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-27/prcr2hnf/newsml_afp_com_20250727T154343Z_doc_67yx8er.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>This pool photograph distributed by the Russian state agency Sputnik, shows the Russian Navy frigate Admiral Grigorovich in Saint Petersburg on July 27, 2025.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T13:00:37.560+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UK PM says Russian warship's warning shots 'reckless' not 'sinister'</news:title>
<news:keywords>Europe</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/looking-for-the-viral-dot-cake-in-dubai-heres-where-you-can-get-it-1.500577147</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/h8j92ewy/dot-cake.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The viral dessert trend has landed in Dubai</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T12:52:12.356+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Looking for the viral 'dot cake' in Dubai? Here's where you can get it</news:title>
<news:keywords>Lifestyle, Food, lifestyle, Food</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/oil-selloff-deepens-as-traders-expect-middle-east-supply-returning-1.500577134</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-29/e46mrnok/202605293805919.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Crude oil rates slid further on Wednesday (June 17, 2026) amid hopes of reopening of tanker traffic through the Hormuz Strait, and reports of Iranian supertankers transiting a US Navy counter-blockade. Energy traders say isolated tanker movements are better viewed as an early confidence signal rather than evidence that Gulf shipping has fully recovered</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Crude oil rates as of 7.10 am GMT on June 17, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T12:50:05.276+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Oil selloff deepens as traders expect Middle East supply returning</news:title>
<news:keywords>Energy</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/we-are-not-alone-steven-spielberg-calls-on-governments-to-end-ufo-secrecy-and-embrace-full-disclosure-day-1.500577133</loc>
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<image:caption>Steven Spielberg opens up on "Disclosure Day" and why he believes we are not alone on this earth!</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Josh O'Connor, Steven Spielberg, Emily Blunt, Colman Domingo and Eve Hewson attend the US premiere of DISCLOSURE DAY presented by Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment on June 08, 2026 in New York City.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-14/4v3so52v/preview.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Colman Domingo, from left, Tommy Martinez, Emily Blunt and Josh O'Connor in a scene from "Disclosure Day."</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T12:47:34.574+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>‘We are not alone’: Steven Spielberg calls on governments to end UFO secrecy and embrace full Disclosure Day</news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment, HollyWood, Americas, hollywood</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/10-lesser-known-facts-about-lionel-messi-every-football-fan-should-know-1.500577210</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/6kzerf5k/newsml_afp_com_20260616T000000Z_PH_GTY_2281978068.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J match between Argentina and Algeria at Kansas City Stadium on June 16, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/02/25/TAB-200225--Lionel-Richie-GN-FILE44-1582623611216_1707bb7d951_large.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Lionel Richie</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/08/29/Lionel-Messi-and-coach-Pep-Guardiola-enjoyed-great-success-together-at-Barcelona_174395a2ae0_large.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Lionel Messi and coach Pep Guardiola enjoyed great success together at Barcelona</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-28/73m285xw/Argentine-football-star-Lionel-Messi-and-Antonella-Roccuzzo</image:loc>
<image:caption>Argentine football star Lionel Messi and Antonella Roccuzzo</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/vret4oli/messi.jpg.avif</image:loc>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T12:47:07.325+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>10 lesser-known facts about Lionel Messi every football fan should know</news:title>
<news:keywords>Sport, Football, World Cup, football, Lionel Messi, FIFA World Cup, FIFA</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-police-appeal-for-help-in-finding-missing-bangladeshi-woman-1.500577206</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/8ibtv43b/Missing-woman.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A Bangladeshi woman who has been missing for 18 days after leaving her home in the Wilayat of Rustaq.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T12:35:23.489+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Oman Police appeal for help in finding missing Bangladeshi woman</news:title>
<news:keywords>Oman, Oman</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/gippy-grewal-says-he-cleaned-toilets-in-canada-even-after-his-first-hit-song-i-used-to-work-as-a-security-guard-1.500577190</loc>
<image:image>
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<image:caption>Gippy Grewal has shared a candid look at the struggles he faced before establishing himself in the Punjabi film industry</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-04-05/jrscb8ts/202504053368893.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Gippy Grewal seeks blessings at Golden temple with Karan Johar</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Indian film producer Karan Johar (L) along with actor, singer and director Gippy Grewal attend the trailer launch of their upcoming Punjabi-Hindi language historical drama film ‘Akaal’ in Mumbai on March 18, 2025.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T12:24:50.698+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Gippy Grewal says he cleaned toilets in Canada even after his first hit song: 'I used to work as a security guard'</news:title>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/womens-t20-world-cup-triple-header-1.500577186</loc>
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<image:caption>Three huge games in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup in England</image:caption>
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<image:caption>The Women's World Cup has got off to a flying start in England</image:caption>
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<image:caption>The Netherlands face a huge test in India next</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T12:24:46.104+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Women's T20 World Cup Triple Header</news:title>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/emirates-launches-travel-insurance-with-conflict-cover-hotel-support-free-extensions-1.500577204</loc>
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<image:caption>Dubai airline says it is the first airline in the world to offer this level of comprehensive travel cover.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T12:23:34.716+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Emirates launches travel insurance with conflict cover, hotel support, free extensions</news:title>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/abu-dhabi-makes-history-worlds-first-patient-receives-breakthrough-breast-cancer-drug-in-clinical-care-1.500577160</loc>
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<image:caption>Prof Humaid Bin Harmal Al Shamsi explains about the new oral therapy that offers renewed hope to patients whose tumours have stopped responding to hormone therapy due to gene mutation.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T12:09:57.097+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Abu Dhabi makes history: World's first patient receives breakthrough breast cancer drug in clinical care</news:title>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/alia-bhatt-responds-to-where-is-sharvari-questions-after-alpha-teaser-1.500577156</loc>
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<image:caption>Alia Bhatt appears to have addressed the "where is Sharvari" chatter that followed the release of the Alpha teaser</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Alia Bhatt in Alpha</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T11:52:01.386+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Alia Bhatt responds to 'Where is Sharvari?' questions after Alpha teaser</news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment, BollyWood, bollywood</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/meloni-to-modi-were-the-most-famous-couple-on-instagram-1.500577159</loc>
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<image:caption>Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacts with Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni at the G7 Summit, in Evian on Tuesday, jUNE 16, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T11:51:21.507+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Meloni to Modi: ‘We’re the most famous couple on Instagram’</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Europe, india, Narendra Modi</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/technology/ai-fails-to-match-top-mathematicians-in-landmark-research-level-test-1.500576600</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/u7ntfdkg/Maths</image:loc>
<image:caption>Four leading AI models have fallen short of top human mathematicians when put to the ultimate test - real, unpublished research problems.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T11:50:02.749+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>AI fails to match top mathematicians in landmark research-level test</news:title>
<news:keywords>Technology, World, AI</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/usiran-deal-strait-of-hormuz-to-reopen-oil-prices-crash-enriched-uranium-stockpile-to-be-destroyed-as-peace-accord-set-for-june-19-geneva-signing-1.500575625</loc>
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<image:caption>US President Donald Trump attends a bilateral meeting with UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, as US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and US Secretary of Treasury Scott Bessent (R) look on during the G7 summit, in Evian, eastern France, on June 16, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/73dyqmhs/japan.jpg</image:loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/kjoh41m8/newsml_afp_com_20260616T053931Z_doc_b78k7zq.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Iranians watch the 2026 World Cup football tournament match between Iran and New Zealand at Tehran Book Garden in Tehran, Iran, on June 16, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-02-17/r54jwsla/newsml_afp_com_20250217T124721Z_doc_36y32qg.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Majid Takht-Ravanchi, Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/jx0xfc8x/newsml_afp_com_20260423T141717Z_doc_a8rb6yx.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Prince Reza Pahlavi (L) and his wife Yasmine Pahlavi stand on stage during a demonstration in Berlin, on April 23.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/7skz1yj6/202606173828083.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>PM Modi welcomes peace efforts in West Asia, says</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/748hmu5b/newsml_afp_com_20260616T000000Z_PH_GTY_2281883074.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Vice President JD Vance visits "FOX &amp; Friends" at Fox News Channel Studios on June 16, 2026 in New York City.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Lebanese army forces deploy in the village of Bir al-Salasel in southern Lebanon on June 15, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T11:37:50.119+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>US-Iran deal: Trump meets UAE President as world leaders discuss regional tensions at G7</news:title>
<news:keywords>Mena, Donald Trump, iran nuclear programme, Iran, Iran Israel conflict, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/curtin-university-dubai-launches-inaugural-scouting-program-for-aspiring-student-athletes-1.500577100</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/sp7zu3im/Sports-Scouting-Program-1.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Curtin University Dubai student athletes represent the University's commitment to sporting excellence and student achievement.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/spdj0ghy/Sports-Scouting-Program-2.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Athletes and volunteers from Curtin Dubai come together at a Curtin Sports Fest, highlighting campus life, and community engagement.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/7g6hu9mw/Sports-Scouting-Program-Image-3.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Curtin University Dubai Sports Council celebrates Curtin Sports Fest success with medals and trophies.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T11:35:38.775+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Curtin University Dubai launches inaugural scouting program for aspiring student-athletes</news:title>
<news:keywords>Company News, GN Focus</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-presidents-g7-participation-reflects-global-recognition-of-nations-growing-influence-mohammed-gargash-1.500577129</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-27/uqzw7pq6/Anwar-Gargash4.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Dr. Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T11:31:33.269+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE President’s G7 participation reflects global recognition of nation’s growing influence:  Mohammed Gargash 
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<news:keywords>Government, UAE</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/uae-central-bank-project-could-cut-delays-for-firms-trading-overseas-1.500577128</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/03/14/Stock-UAE-Central-Bank--Sharjah_17830fe08a5_large.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T11:28:38.685+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE Central Bank project could cut delays for firms trading overseas</news:title>
<news:keywords>Banking</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/no-mother-should-miss-this-democrat-urges-us-visa-help-for-world-cup-hero-vozinhas-mum-1.500577117</loc>
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<image:caption>Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha celebrates as holds the flag of his country after the World Cup Group H soccer match between Spain and Cape Verde in Atlanta, Monday, June 15, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Ana Candida Evora, the mother of Cape Verde’s goalkeeper Vozinha, poses for a photograph with other family members at her home in Mindelo, Sao Vicente, Cape Verde</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Vozinha #1 of Cabo Verde waves a flag in-front of the fans after the 0-0 draw during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H match between Spain and Cabo Verde at Atlanta Stadium on June 15, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T11:25:42.496+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>'No mother should miss this': Democrat urges US visa help for World Cup hero Vozinha's mum</news:title>
<news:keywords>World Cup, Sport, FIFA World Cup, America, FIFA</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/kabbali-hills-by-arif-developments-recognised-as-luxury-villa-community-of-the-year-1.500577086</loc>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T10:55:03.710+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Kabbali Hills by Arif Developments recognised as Luxury Villa Community of the Year</news:title>
<news:keywords>Corporate-News</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/technology/media/android-17-is-now-rolling-out-the-7-new-features-youll-actually-use-1.500577054</loc>
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<image:caption>Multitask better with Bubbles</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Get peace of mind with security and safety updates.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Elevate gameplay with foldable gaming.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T10:23:18.682+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Android 17 is now rolling out: The 7 new features you'll actually use</news:title>
<news:keywords>Media</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/from-housefull-5-to-bigg-boss-20-why-santy-sharma-is-trending-1.500577042</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/cyyr1fgm/images-2.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Santy Sharma, whose real name is Ganesh Sharma</image:caption>
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<image:caption>He recently expanded into Bollywood, making his film debut in Housefull 5</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-07/u20r6ggx/ANI_20251207185705.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Gaurav Khanna lifts Bigg Boss 19 trophy</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/l1wiw0je/ANI_20260316083140.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Poster of Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T10:17:40.189+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>From Housefull 5 to Bigg Boss 20? Why Santy Sharma is trending</news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment, TV, TV series</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/smriti-mandhana-becomes-the-only-indian-on-times-first-ever-100-most-influential-people-in-sports-list-1.500577043</loc>
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<image:caption>Smriti Mandhana has her own one-of-a-kind barbie.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Royal Challengers Bengaluru's captain Smriti Mandhana and her Delhi Capitals' counterpart Jemimah Rodrigues share a light moment at the end of the Women's Premier League (WPL) Twenty20 final match at the Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara on February 5, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T10:01:25.333+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Smriti Mandhana becomes the only Indian on TIME's first-ever 100 Most Influential People in Sports list</news:title>
<news:keywords>Sport, India, cricket, india</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/qatar/qatar-cuts-post-cancellation-residency-grace-period-to-14-days-1.500577009</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/tvp65isz/Qatar-MoI</image:loc>
<image:caption>Individuals who remain in the country beyond the 14-day period would be subject to a fine of QR10 per day</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T10:01:21.559+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Qatar cuts post-cancellation residency grace period to 14 days</news:title>
<news:keywords>Qatar, Qatar</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/dubai-gold-prices-dip-but-24k-still-holds-above-dh520-1.500577032</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-17/23mhfxm2/Stock-Gold-Dubai-2025</image:loc>
<image:caption>Deira Gold Souk, Dubai</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T10:00:28.597+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Dubai gold prices dip, but 24K still holds above Dh520</news:title>
<news:keywords>Retail, UAE Gold, Dubai gold</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/philippines-baby-bust-birth-rate-plunges-as-rising-costs-power-woes-and-digital-lifestyles-reshape-family-life-1.500577025</loc>
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<image:caption>Filipino children playing traditional games on the street.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>A Philippine public school teacher guides pupils during a school day.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Filipino students walk to school. The Philippines is undergoing a quiet but historic transformation: from the large families that characterised the Philippines for generations to a future in which one or two children increasingly become the new normal.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Young Filipinos perform during a vibrant street parade in Baguio, Philippines, showcasing traditional clothing and cultural celebration.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T09:54:46.396+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Philippines 'baby bust': Birth rate plunges as rising costs, power woes and digital lifestyles reshape family life</news:title>
<news:keywords>Philippines</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/christopher-nolan-matt-damon-and-tom-holland-are-coming-to-mumbai-for-the-odysseys-india-premiere-in-july-1.500577026</loc>
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<image:caption>Nolan will travel to Mumbai in July alongside producer Emma Thomas and stars Matt Damon and Tom Holland.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Matt Damon as Odysseus</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T09:42:12.529+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Christopher Nolan, Matt Damon and Tom Holland are coming to Mumbai for The Odyssey's India premiere in July</news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment, HollyWood, India, hollywood, india</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/canada-asks-some-new-citizens-to-return-their-citizenship-certificates-1.500577018</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-03-29/rtzrr41o/Canada-Visa.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The notices primarily involve people who obtained citizenship through descent following recent changes to Canada's citizenship laws.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T09:26:54.363+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Canada asks some new citizens to return their citizenship certificates</news:title>
<news:keywords>Americas</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/plot-to-attack-white-house-fight-night-thwarted-fbi-1.500576366</loc>
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<image:caption>President Donald Trump (R, wearing white hat) watches the final fight of the night, a lightweight title bout between Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje at the UFC Freedom 250 fights taking place on the South Lawn of the White House on June 14, 2026 in Washington, DC. Trump was hosting a series of Ulitmate Fight Championship matches on his 80th birthday, which the White House is calling "a once-in-a-generation celebration of the American fighting spirit.”</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T09:06:31.614+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Plot to attack White House fight night thwarted: FBI</news:title>
<news:keywords>Americas</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dubai-traffic-update-e11-e311-and-al-khail-road-hit-by-heavy-delays-1.500576992</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2015/1/25/1_16a07fae51b.1446381_3371307046_16a07fae51b_large.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Congestion builds on Sheikh Zayed Road, E311 and Al Khail Road towards Dubai.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T09:02:37.842+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Dubai traffic update: E11, E311 and Al Khail Road hit by heavy delays</news:title>
<news:keywords>Transport</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/england-face-gritty-croatia-as-ronaldo-issue-looms-for-portugal-1.500576005</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-10/22tbpnsl/newsml_afp_com_20260610T212232Z_doc_b6nt29n.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Portugal's forward #07 Cristiano Ronaldo fights for the ball with Nigeria's defender #13 Bruno Onyemaechi during the international friendly football match between Portugal and Nigeria at Magalhaes Pessoa Stadium in Leiria, on June 10, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T09:00:00.000+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>England face gritty Croatia, as Ronaldo issue looms for Portugal</news:title>
<news:keywords>Football</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/inside-desi-bling-adel-and-sana-sajan-on-cancer-marriage-and-why-their-netflix-fame-wasnt-staged-or-faked-1.500576372</loc>
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<image:caption>Adel and Sana Sajan</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-29/rlr1okti/Sana_Khan_Adel_Sajan_wedding_175d0a6a844_original_ratio.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Sana and Adel Sajan at their wedding.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-01/fju8orjl/IMG3954.webp</image:loc>
<image:caption>Alizey Mirza and Lailli Mirza on Desi Bling</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T08:58:33.337+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Inside Desi Bling: Adel and Sana Sajan on love, marriage and why their Netflix fame wasn’t staged or faked</news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment, BollyWood, UAE, TV, Arab-Celebs, HollyWood, India, netflix, bollywood, reality show, india</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>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</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-08/9628qoee/STAFFBUS_260605_Al_Ansari_Exchange_VSAKLANI_41780888247372.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Planning on remitting Indian rupee, Pakistan rupee or Philippine peso? Here’s how you can take advantage of remittance-beneficial rates and when.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T08:31:47.286+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Indian rupee, Pakistani rupee and Philippine peso stay soft, lifting dirham value for expats. Should you remit now?</news:title>
<news:keywords>YourMoney-Saving-Investment, Pakistan, Philippines, India, Markets, Pakistan, Indian Rupee, india, Philippines, Philippine peso, UAE remittance</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/kerala-expats-bag-dh25000-each-in-big-tickets-first-june-e-draw-1.500576960</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/qiega4tp/Hosts-Image-2.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Big Ticket's show hosts Richard and Bouchra</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T08:29:16.516+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Kerala expats bag Dh25,000 each in Big Ticket’s first June e-draw</news:title>
<news:keywords>UAE, kerala, Indian expats, Big Ticket</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/how-growing-up-in-the-uae-shaped-pride-purpose-for-these-indian-students-1.500576929</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/30qsem4n/Vivan-Panda-and-Kushal-Pagarani.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>From left to right: Kushal Pagarani and Vivan Panda</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/d1ab6vmp/Vivan-Panda.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Vivan Panda</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/focuxkry/Kushal-Pagarani.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Kushal Pagarani (left) capturing a photo of a worker</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/geyz49bw/Raj-Upadhyay.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Raj Kishore Upadhyay</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T08:04:33.263+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>How growing up in the UAE shaped pride, purpose for these Indian students</news:title>
<news:keywords>people, UAE, UAE, indian students</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/dubai-court-orders-firm-to-repay-dh138m-for-workers-dues-1.500576900</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/ys5c48lx/Court</image:loc>
<image:caption>The case arose under the workers' insurance system introduced by the UAE Cabinet in 2018.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/ys5c48lx/Court</image:loc>
<image:caption>Dubai court ordered a company to repay Dh1.38m after 86 workers were paid.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T07:19:55.065+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Dubai court orders firm to repay Dh1.38m for workers' dues</news:title>
<news:keywords>Crime, crime, Dubai, UAE Labour Law, UAE insurance</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/in-a-world-of-followers-we-must-value-real-friends-1.500576350</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/umh1r9t0/friends.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The strongest friendships are built on goodwill rather than obligation.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T07:08:00.000+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>In a world of followers, we must value real friends</news:title>
<news:keywords>Op-Eds</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/yum-brands-sells-pizza-hut-for-27-billion-amid-fast-food-industry-pressures-1.500576903</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-09/op2sjzav/newsml_afp_com_20260209T000000Z_PH_GTY_2260782851.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Under the deal, Yum China Holdings will acquire Pizza Hut's mainland China operations for $1.2 billion, while private equity firm LongRange Capital will purchase the remainder of the business for $1.5 billion.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T07:07:26.550+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Yum brands sells Pizza Hut for $2.7 billion amid fast-food industry pressures</news:title>
<news:keywords>Retail, China</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-portugal-sign-visa-waiver-agreement-for-diplomatic-special-passport-holders-1.500576898</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/01/18/STOCK-SAUDI-VISA-PASSPORT_185c54bdde1_large.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The agreement comes as the two countries seek to deepen diplomatic relations. Illustrative image.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T07:06:19.324+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Saudi Arabia, Portugal sign visa waiver agreement for diplomatic, special passport holders</news:title>
<news:keywords>Saudi, Saudi Arabia</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/nobody-has-scored-more-world-cup-goals-than-lionel-messi-after-historic-hat-trick-1.500576911</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/hg9gbphl/newsml_afp_com_20260616T000000Z_PH_GTY_2281975528.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina celebrates scoring his team's third and hat trick goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J match between Argentina and Algeria at Kansas City Stadium on June 16, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J match between Argentina and Algeria at Kansas City Stadium on June 16, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T07:04:29.094+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Nobody has scored more World Cup goals than Lionel Messi after historic hat trick</news:title>
<news:keywords>World Cup, football, Lionel Messi</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/fujairahs-music-street-named-worlds-longest-musical-street-1.500576772</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/ow1wo7so/HHMHSFineArts20260616MA-4.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi with the Fujairah Fine Arts Academy team.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/3022wufb/Music_Road_2.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Fujairah’s ‘Music Street’ earns Guinness World Record as world’s longest musical street</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T07:03:26.433+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Fujairah’s music street named world’s longest musical street </news:title>
<news:keywords>UAE, Music, Fujairah</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-temperatures-to-hit-44c-amid-dust-and-possible-fog-overnight-1.500576889</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-10/kcjk71i8/Hot-weather.avif</image:loc>
<image:caption>Hot, fair weather in the UAE with highs of 44°C inland, dusty winds in some areas and humid nights bringing possible fog or mist over coastal and interior regions.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T06:36:49.375+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE weather: Temperatures to hit 44°C amid dust and possible fog overnight</news:title>
<news:keywords>Weather, UAE</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/near-final-14-point-us-iran-peace-deal-hormuz-reopening-sanctions-relief-nuclear-talks-in-focus-1.500576885</loc>
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<image:caption>President Donald Trump (C-L) speaks during a Cabinet meeting in the Cabinet Room of the White House on May 27, 2026 in Washington, DC. Trump said a peace deal with Iran was “largely negotiated” amid expectations around the re-opening the Strait of Hormuz.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T06:27:05.777+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>'Near-final 14-point' US-Iran peace deal:  Hormuz reopening, sanctions relief, nuclear talks in focus</news:title>
<news:keywords>Mena</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/dubais-giant-uae-flag-earns-guinness-world-record-for-emiratis-1.500576818</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/mq2faxtw/IMG-20260614-WA0087.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>UAE flag-shaped 429.977 sq m banner sets record as largest ever lifted by a vehicle.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/iipylbwg/IMG-20260614-WA0084.jpg</image:loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/zgy483ji/IMG-20260614-WA0082.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>“Al Shehhi said Sheikh Hamdan inspired his path to success.”</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/4jd2gnyc/IMG-20260614-WA0083.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T06:21:26.262+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Dubai's giant UAE flag earns Guinness World Record for Emiratis</news:title>
<news:keywords>people, UAE, Dubai</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/messi-makes-world-cup-history-and-scores-a-banger-against-algeria-1.500576883</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/05i1l1wl/newsml_afp_com_20260616T000000Z_PH_GTY_2281967857.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina runs with the ball during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J match between Argentina and Algeria at Kansas City Stadium on June 16, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina runs with the ball during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J match between Argentina and Algeria at Kansas City Stadium on June 16, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T05:58:16.569+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Messi makes World Cup history and scores a banger against Algeria</news:title>
<news:keywords>World Cup, football</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/pm-modi-canadian-counterpart-carney-review-energy-cooperation-discuss-global-food-security-at-g7-summit-1.500576807</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/n7so4hao/ANI_20260616220650.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>PM Narendra Modi with Canadia PM Mark Carney at G7 Summit (Photo/@narendramodi)</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T05:30:11.081+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Indian PM Modi, Canadian PM Carney review energy cooperation, discuss global food security at G7 Summit</news:title>
<news:keywords>Europe</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/us-iran-ceasefire-are-uae-airlines-set-for-flight-recovery-ahead-of-summer-travel-1.500576411</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-14/us36q0h6/gulfnews2026-02-10x7vdvwpxT3-Arrivals.avif</image:loc>
<image:caption>Industry leaders believe the ceasefire will not immediately erase the impact of the conflict, but it could mark the beginning of a gradual recovery — restoring confidence in the UAE as one of the world’s most important aviation hubs ahead of the summer travel rush.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/z83mekw2/Stock_Emirates_Airlines_18bb3128652_original_ratio.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Airline have been offering free date changes, rebooking and refunds amid war-related disruptions.</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-21/ocscfif6/newsml_afp_com_20260521T131806Z_doc_b3l879f.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A Etihad Airways aircraft takes off at the airport in Duesseldorf, western Germany on May 21, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T05:00:00.000+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>US-Iran ceasefire: Are UAE airlines set for flight recovery ahead of summer travel?</news:title>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trump-rebukes-israel-over-hezbollah-war-urges-syria-to-take-the-lead-in-fighting-iran-backed-terror-group-1.500576843</loc>
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<image:caption>In this photo released by Syrian Presidency press office, President Donald Trump, left, shakes hands with Syria's President Ahmad Al-Sharaa, at the White House in Washington, Monday, Nov. 10, 2025.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T04:45:58.500+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Trump rebukes Israel over Hezbollah war, urges Syria to ‘take the lead’ in fighting Iran-backed terror group</news:title>
<news:keywords>Mena, Americas</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/emergencies/indian-expat-who-died-while-playing-cricket-in-dubai-left-a-big-void-friends-and-family-say-in-tributes-1.500576681</loc>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T04:30:00.000+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Indian expat who died while playing cricket in Dubai left a big void, friends and family say in tributes</news:title>
<news:keywords>emergencies, people, Health, India, UAE, Indian expats, Dubai</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/the-next-race-in-technology-may-be-over-trust-1.500576331</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/6ifovral/trust.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>As governments accelerate their digital transformation agendas, trust is no longer a concept or an aspirational value. It is evolving into its own infrastructure.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/fd4szm08/Sunil_Kumar.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Sunil Kumar</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T04:26:00.000+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>The next race in technology may be over trust</news:title>
<news:keywords>Op-Eds, Technology, AI, technology</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/bubbliscious-valuation-spacex-hits-264-trillion-in-value-after-3-sessions-buy-or-sell-1.500576508</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/04/28/SpaceX-Crew-Dragon-Endeavour-_17916c6a2c6_large.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>SpaceX Crew Dragon Endeavour as it approached the International Space Station less than one day after launching from Kennedy Space Center in Florida on April 24, 2021.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>SpaceX employees celebrate the market close of the SpaceX initial public offering (IPO) at the Nasdaq Marketsite on June 12, 2026, in New York City.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T04:14:40.273+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>'Bubbliscious' valuation: SpaceX hits $2.64 trillion in value after 3 sessions — buy or sell?</news:title>
<news:keywords>Markets</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/iranian-forward-mehdi-torabi-gets-us-visa-for-world-cup-team-official-1.500576817</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/rg5yhrx2/MehdiTorabiatTeamMelli.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Iranian forward Mehdi Torabi finally gets a US visa that will allow him to stay there for rest of the FIFA World Cup.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T04:05:53.388+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Iranian forward Mehdi Torabi gets US visa for World Cup: team official</news:title>
<news:keywords>World Cup</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/property/will-higher-material-costs-make-dubai-homes-more-expensive-1.500531301</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/08/16/Stock---Dubai-construction---UAE-construction---Construction-_189fea39c5a_large.jpg</image:loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/05/31/construction-workers--labourers-at-work_18fce60b1cd_large.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>File image used for illustrative purpose only.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/05/31/construction-workers--labourers-at-work_18fce60b130_large.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Residents urged to stay alert and follow official guidance during periods of heightened sensitivity.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T04:00:00.000+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Will higher material costs make Dubai homes more expensive?</news:title>
<news:keywords>Property, Dubai property</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/france-striker-kylian-mbappe-scores-13th-and-14th-world-cup-goals-moving-into-tie-for-3rd-all-time-1.500576770</loc>
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<image:caption>France's Kylian Mbappe celebrates after scoring thrid goal during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Senegal in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Tuesday, June 16, 2026. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T03:35:05.115+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>France striker Kylian Mbappe scores 13th and 14th World Cup goals, moving into tie for 3rd all time</news:title>
<news:keywords>kylian mbappe world cup goal</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trump-goes-after-netanyahu-as-he-pursues-deal-with-iran-putting-their-friendship-to-the-test-1.500576773</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/fe7dgp2z/preview.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>FILE - President Donald Trump poses for a photo with Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu before he boards Air Force One at Ben Gurion International Airport, Oct. 13, 2025, near Tel Aviv, as Israel's President Isaac Herzog watches at left. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci, File)</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T03:22:44.819+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Trump goes after Netanyahu as he pursues deal with Iran, putting their friendship to the test</news:title>
<news:keywords>Trump Israel Netanyahu Iran deal</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/mayweather-faces-2-felony-cases-in-las-vegas-1.500576816</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/6oo8250y/preview.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>FILE - Boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. looks on during the first half of an NBA basketball game, March 26, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger, File)</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T03:19:36.127+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Floyd Mayweather faces felony charges in Las Vegas</news:title>
<news:keywords>Floyd Mayweather Las Vegas theft</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/war-has-changed-the-gulf-iran-can-shut-hormuz-at-will-us-assessments-say-1.500576815</loc>
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<image:caption>A photo illustration taken in Nicosia on May 4, 2026, shows a person in front of a large screen displaying vessel movements in the Strait of Hormuz on a ship-tracking website.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>A view of the Strait of Hormuz</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T02:46:07.948+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>War has changed the Gulf: Iran can shut Hormuz ‘at will,’ US assessments say</news:title>
<news:keywords>Mena, Americas, Energy</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-and-us-to-embark-on-two-months-of-peace-talks-friday-1.500576040</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2018/12/05/IRAN-NUCLEAR-MISSILES-(Read-Only)_resources1_16a0853b9f2_large.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A display featuring missiles and a portrait of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is seen at Baharestan Square in Tehran, Iran.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T01:50:02.181+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Iran and US to embark on two months of peace talks Friday</news:title>
<news:keywords>Mena, Americas</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/sharjah-ruler-announces-new-direct-road-links-with-dubai-1.500576697</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-17/at44pf1a/STAFFNAT_250615_Al_Ittihad_Roaad_VSAKLANI_21750129257817.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Al Ittihad Road linking Sharjah and Dubai. A series of projects to build and develop internal and main roads linking the emirates of Sharjah and Dubai valued at Dh750 million has been announced.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-01-07/acsad24w/still_from_rta_shj_video_of_taawun_rd_upgrades_on_x_on_jan_7_1736256474029.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Still from Sharjah RTA video of Al Taawun Road</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T01:20:49.728+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Dh750 million Sharjah–Dubai road projects to ease traffic, boost connectivity</news:title>
<news:keywords>UAE</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/eu-greenhouse-gas-emissions-fall-17-since-2015-1.500576750</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/p2ql709l/vaf04nf51ka1uhtpo.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T01:00:15.858+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>EU greenhouse gas emissions fall 17 % since 2015</news:title>
<news:keywords>Europe</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-president-meets-presidents-of-european-council-and-european-commission-on-sidelines-of-g7-summit-in-france-1.500576599</loc>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-17T00:04:22.193+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE President meets Presidents of European Council and European Commission on sidelines of G7 Summit in France</news:title>
<news:keywords>Government, Europe</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/ras-al-khaimah-police-arrest-two-young-men-for-dangerous-stunt-driving-1.500576727</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/waa7dekl/IMG-20260616-WA0184.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T23:19:34.761+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Ras Al Khaimah Police arrest two young men for dangerous stunt driving</news:title>
<news:keywords>Crime, Ras Al Khaimah</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/veteran-syrian-actor-osama-al-sayed-youssef-dies-at-65-1.500576691</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/hv02rdph/Syrian-actor</image:loc>
<image:caption>Born in Idlib, Youssef graduated from the Higher Institute of Dramatic Arts in 1982 and went on to become one of the recognised faces of Syrian drama.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T22:44:12.745+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Veteran Syrian actor Osama Al Sayed Youssef dies at 65</news:title>
<news:keywords>Mena, Syria</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/my-mum-couldnt-be-here-cape-verde-hero-vozinha-opens-up-on-visa-issue-personal-heartbreak-1.500576676</loc>
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<image:caption>Cape Verde's goalkeeper #01 Vozinha (L) and Spain's forward #10 Dani Olmo (C) apologize after a contact during the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Cape Verde at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Vozinha #1 of Cabo Verde looks on prior to the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H match between Spain and Cabo Verde at Atlanta Stadium on June 15, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Vozinha #1 of Cabo Verde applaud fans after the 0-0 draw during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H match between Spain and Cabo Verde at Atlanta Stadium on June 15, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Cape Verde's goalkeeper #01 Vozinha celebrates at the end of the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Cape Verde at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Cape Verde's goalkeeper #01 Vozinha (C) is congratulated by staff and teammates at the end of the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Cape Verde at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Vozinha #1 of Cabo Verde embraces teammates after the 0-0 draw during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H match between Spain and Cabo Verde at Atlanta Stadium on June 15, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Cape Verde's goalkeeper #01 Vozinha (C) is congratulated by staff and teammates at the end of the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Cape Verde at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Vozinha #1 of Cabo Verde applaud fans after the 0-0 draw during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H match between Spain and Cabo Verde at Atlanta Stadium on June 15, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Vozinha #1 of Cabo Verde applaud fans after the 0-0 draw during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H match between Spain and Cabo Verde at Atlanta Stadium on June 15, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Vozinha #1 of Cabo Verde applaud fans after the 0-0 draw during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H match between Spain and Cabo Verde at Atlanta Stadium on June 15, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Cape Verde's goalkeeper #01 Vozinha makes a save during the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Cape Verde at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha (1) makes a save during the World Cup Group H soccer match between Spain and Cape Verde in Atlanta, Monday, June 15, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Vozinha #1 of Cabo Verde in action during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H match between Spain and Cabo Verde at Atlanta Stadium on June 15, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Vozinha #1 of Cabo Verde in action during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H match between Spain and Cabo Verde at Atlanta Stadium on June 15, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T22:18:04.332+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>'My mum couldn’t be here': Cape Verde hero Vozinha opens up on visa issue, personal heartbreak</news:title>
<news:keywords>World Cup, football, FIFA World Cup</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-president-and-indian-pm-discuss-strengthening-ties-at-g7-summit-1.500576614</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/k9gz4dic/5000.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan (R) greets Narendra Modi (L).</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T22:06:58.622+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE President and Indian PM discuss strengthening ties at G7 Summit</news:title>
<news:keywords>Government, India, Narendra Modi</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bollywood/sonu-nigam-reveals-painful-health-condition-vows-to-perform-my-nerves-are-pinched-1.500576620</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/frj8s1sf/FotoJet-4.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Medication strains his voice, yet Sonu Nigam keeps commitment to upcoming show</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T21:36:15.693+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Sonu Nigam reveals painful health condition, vows to perform: 'My nerves are pinched'</news:title>
<news:keywords>BollyWood, Music, bollywood, Bollywood icons, Music</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/dubai-police-warn-over-fake-insurance-deals-flooding-social-media-1.500576541</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/b4xx2mk3/DubaiPoliceWarnsAgainstFak.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Dubai Police urge residents to verify insurance providers before making payments.</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/0kgecbnc/Dubai_Police_Warns_Against_Fak.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Dubai Police urge residents to verify insurance providers before making payments.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T21:11:57.551+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Dubai police warn over fake insurance deals flooding social media</news:title>
<news:keywords>Crime, crime, Dubai, Dubai Police, UAE insurance</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-court-sentences-former-interior-minister-to-three-years-in-prison-1.500576519</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/ys5c48lx/Court</image:loc>
<image:caption>The court ordered the sentences in the two cases to be merged, meaning the final enforceable prison term will be three years.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T20:39:58.531+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Kuwait court sentences former interior minister to three years in prison</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kuwait, Kuwait</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/watch-holy-kaaba-receives-new-kiswa-as-islamic-new-year-begins-1.500576504</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/b20v6452/Kiswa</image:loc>
<image:caption>Preparations for the annual replacement began on Monday evening with the removal of the existing covering.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T20:39:38.852+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Watch: Holy Kaaba receives new Kiswa as Islamic New Year begins</news:title>
<news:keywords>Saudi, UAE</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/uae-foils-drug-trafficking-plot-arrests-23-suspects-1.500576534</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/v0hqudtp/jy904nmu1ka1kpspn-1.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Major UAE anti-narcotics sweep dismantles cross-border network, large drug haul seized</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/349ul3e5/HK8uZ4hbAAAcGsr.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>UAE foils nationwide drug trafficking plot, 23 suspects held in coordinated raids</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T20:30:15.758+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE foils drug trafficking plot, arrests 23 suspects</news:title>
<news:keywords>Crime, UAE, crime, Ras Al Khaimah</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi-police-honours-resident-for-saving-person-from-drowning-1.500576487</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/pao5esg8/AD-Police</image:loc>
<image:caption>The police force said the rescue reflected a strong sense of social responsibility and initiative.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T19:55:44.685+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Abu Dhabi Police honours resident for saving person from drowning</news:title>
<news:keywords>UAE, UAE</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-committed-to-advancing-peace-stability-sheikh-mohamed-tells-g7-summit-1.500576486</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/zzk7euv0/gulfnews2026-06-162jpweqbsG7-1.avif</image:loc>
<image:caption>UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan with US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the G7 Summit taking place in Évian-les-Bains, France.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>US President Donald Trump attends a bilateral meeting with UAE's President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed al-Nahyan during the G7 summit, in Evian, eastern France, on June 16, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T19:48:47.055+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Trump hails Sheikh Mohamed as 'a warrior' and the UAE a 'powerful ally' at G7 summit</news:title>
<news:keywords>Government, Europe</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/oman-air-launches-dubai-salalah-flights-as-uae-travellers-seek-cooler-escapes-1.500576478</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/tux1ud27/251116KHAREEF-DHOFAR-FESTIVAL-DESIGN-BV01.6-2.png</image:loc>
<image:caption>The carrier’s new Dubai-Salalah route adds another direct connection between the UAE and Oman’s Dhofar region, ahead of what is expected to be another busy Khareef season.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T19:43:52.720+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Oman Air launches Dubai-Salalah flights as UAE travellers seek cooler escapes</news:title>
<news:keywords>Aviation, travel, Aviation</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/abu-dhabi-sets-four-priorities-to-shape-the-future-of-private-education-1.500576465</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/bfh0xoru/ADEK</image:loc>
<image:caption>The direction aims to build an education ecosystem that empowers young people to navigate a rapidly transforming world</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T19:27:45.926+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Abu Dhabi sets four priorities to shape the future of private education</news:title>
<news:keywords>Education, Education</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/sharjah-unveils-dual-tunnel-project-to-ease-traffic-between-sharjah-and-dubai-1.500576370</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/f8btp69j/Sharjah</image:loc>
<image:caption>The tunnel is part of a wider infrastructure package valued at Dh750 million</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T18:44:59.810+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Sharjah unveils dual tunnel project to ease traffic between Sharjah and Dubai</news:title>
<news:keywords>Transport, transport</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/eight-big-questions-hanging-over-the-us-iran-deal-1.500576150</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/ptzbugrd/Trump.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Iranian Parliament Speaker and chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf (left) and US President Donald Trump.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T18:23:57.493+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Eight big questions hanging over the US-Iran memorandum of understanding</news:title>
<news:keywords>Mena, Americas, Gulf, Israel, americas, Gulf, US-Israel-Iran war</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/indian-expat-in-dubai-38-dies-of-heart-attack-while-playing-cricket-friend-recalls-horror-on-the-pitch-1.500576314</loc>
<image:image>
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<image:caption>Safwan Shanu</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T17:51:45.789+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Indian expat in Dubai, 38, dies of heart attack while playing cricket; friend recalls horror on the pitch</news:title>
<news:keywords>Health, people, India, UAE, Indian expats, india, Dubai</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-president-joins-world-leaders-at-g7-meeting-1.500576281</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/2jpweqbs/G7-1.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan with US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the G7 Summit taking place in Évian-les-Bains, France.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, U.S. President Donald Trump, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer, European Council President Antonio Costa, French President Emmanuel Macron, Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi at a working lunch with leaders of G7 and the Middle East in Evian-les-Bains, France, Tuesday, June 16, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates and Emmanuel Macron, President of France stand for a photograph during the G7 France 2026 Summit at the Hotel Royal.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/yzw0ngm3/G7-3.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and US President Trump discussed strategic cooperation and joint efforts to further strengthen UAE-US relations in support of both countries’ mutual interests.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan speaks with Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission during the G7 France 2026 Summit at the Hotel Royal. Seen with Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of Qatar.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/q5bh7562/G7-4.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>US President Donald Trump speaks with Egypt's President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and France's President Emmanuel Macron during a work lunch as part of the G7 summit, in Evian, eastern France, on June 16, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/9goet8h8/G7-10.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>France's President Emmanuel Macron welcomes and shakes hands with Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani for the official greeting ahead of a work lunch as part of the G7 summit, in Evian, eastern France, on June 16, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/398u1uz4/G7-6.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>US President Donald Trump (R) reacts as he receives a jersey of Germany's national football team bearing the number 47 and his name, gifted by Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz (C) flanked by Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer ahead of a working session at the G7 summit in Evian-les-Bains, central-eastern France on June 16, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/0gcztyep/G7-8.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>French President Emmanuel Macron, front right, speaks with Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, front left, at a working lunch with leaders of G7 and the Middle East, in Evian-les-Bains, France.</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/z37f4kvo/202606163827729.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>G7 Summit: PM Modi receives warm welcome from French President Macron</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/nwohmif4/newsml_afp_com_20260616T131616Z_doc_b7a72l9.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>European Council President Antonio Costa, Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, South Korea's President Lee Jae-myung, Egypt's President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer, US President Donald Trump, Kenya's President William Ruto, France's President Emmanuel Macron, Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney, Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Brazilian politician Luiz Inacio Lula Da Silva pose for a family photograph during the G7 summit, in Evian, eastern France, on June 16, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T17:49:55.659+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE President joins world leaders at G7 meeting</news:title>
<news:keywords>UAE, World, news-photos</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/g7-allies-scramble-to-put-ukraine-back-atop-trumps-agenda-as-war-drags-on-1.500576321</loc>
<image:image>
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<image:caption>European Council President Antonio Costa, Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, South Korea's President Lee Jae-myung, Egypt's President Abdel Fattah Al Sissi, Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer, US President Donald Trump, Kenya's President William Ruto, France's President Emmanuel Macron, Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney, Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Brazilian politician Luiz Inacio Lula Da Silva pose for a family photograph during the G7 summit, in Evian, eastern France, on June 16, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T17:46:49.266+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>G7 allies scramble to put Ukraine back atop Trump’s agenda as war drags on</news:title>
<news:keywords>Europe, Ukraine, France, Russia</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/mohesr-expands-automatic-recognition-of-degrees-to-41-uae-universities-streamlining-qualification-approvals-1.500576291</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/tzo110y3/IMG5610.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Proactive service supports the Zero Government Bureaucracy Programme and streamlines qualification recognition procedures</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T17:33:47.758+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>MoHESR expands automatic recognition of degrees to 41 UAE universities, streamlining qualification approvals</news:title>
<news:keywords>Education, Education</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/dubai-based-russian-real-estate-broker-wins-1-million-in-dubai-duty-free-draw-1.500576271</loc>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T17:28:10.570+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Dubai-based Russian real estate broker wins $1 million in Dubai Duty Free draw</news:title>
<news:keywords>people</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/egyptian-pharmacist-and-three-children-killed-in-car-crash-in-minya-1.500576127</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/tpjmidm1/Dr-Hani-Fathi.webp</image:loc>
<image:caption>An Egyptian pharmacist and his three children were killed on Tuesday when their car overturned on a desert highway in the southern province of Minya.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/m9g50tkq/gulfnewsimport20191213Ambulance16f0037e1c0large.avif</image:loc>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T16:47:40.876+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Egyptian pharmacist and three children killed in car crash in Minya</news:title>
<news:keywords>Mena, Egypt</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/fbi-disrupted-attack-plot-on-white-house-fight-night-1.500576225</loc>
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<image:caption>President Donald Trump, first lady Melania Trump, UFC CEO Dana White and other guests pose inside the Octagon at UFC Freedom 250 on the South Lawn of the White House on June 15, 2026 in Washington, DC.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T16:45:54.204+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>FBI disrupted attack plot on White House fight night</news:title>
<news:keywords>Americas, Donald Trump, America</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/uae-sport/abu-dhabi-tower-earns-guinness-world-records-title-for-highest-running-track-on-a-building-1.500576223</loc>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T16:44:17.433+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Abu Dhabi tower earns Guinness World Records title for highest running track on a building</news:title>
<news:keywords>UAE-Sport</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/technology/media/uae-media-revenues-surge-as-gaming-hits-dh27bn-cinema-tops-dh734m-1.500576207</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/06/27/GOING-OUT-THINGS-TO-DO-BARS-DUBAI-POOL-MUSIC_188fd088955_large.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The UAE cinema industry delivers a strong performance, generating more than Dh734 million in box office revenues</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Mohammed Saeed Al Shehhi, Vice Chairman of the National Media Authority</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T16:40:37.241+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE media revenues surge as gaming hits Dh2.7bn, cinema tops Dh734m</news:title>
<news:keywords>Media, UAE, Media</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/meet-merlin-the-duck-the-unexpected-star-of-fifa-world-cup-2026-in-mexico-1.500575943</loc>
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<image:caption>A football fan takes a snapshot at the FIFA Fan Festival at Zocalo square in Mexico City on June 15, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T16:37:49.325+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Meet Merlin the Duck, the unexpected star of FIFA World Cup 2026 in Mexico</news:title>
<news:keywords>World Cup, Entertainment, Sport</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/serena-and-venus-williams-return-to-wimbledon-doubles-after-10-years-1.500576205</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/3phd8i08/HK7YfiFWwAAzcO9.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Serena and Venus Williams will compete in the Ladies’ Doubles at The Championships 2026</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T16:33:45.311+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Serena and Venus Williams return to Wimbledon doubles after 10 years</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tennis</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/technology/roblox-rolls-out-new-child-accounts-worldwide-with-stricter-safety-controls-1.500576209</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-14/cqeey1gt/Roblox-2.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The Roblox logo on a smartphone arranged in New York, US, on Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T16:31:48.444+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Roblox rolls out new child accounts worldwide with stricter safety controls</news:title>
<news:keywords>Technology</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/world-cup-preview-heavyweights-and-dark-horses-collide-1.500575996</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/3g8ne0q0/ChatGPT-Image-Jun-16-2026-015243-PM.png</image:loc>
<image:caption>Two of the tournament favourites are in action</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-08/7s8h48k1/newsml_afp_com_20260608T205152Z_doc_b6ex4q8.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>France have an incredibly talented team</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-12/t1xdpnvk/newsml_afp_com_20260612T215751Z_doc_b6xh7tb.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Kylian Mbappe will look to prove his Madrid doubters wrong this summer</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-01/hxafsni5/newsml_afp_com_20260404T110048Z_doc_a6qt7ba.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Members of Iraq's men's national football team sit atop a double-decker bus as they are paraded to celebrate the country's qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-08/7rbp0pxg/newsml_afp_com_20260607T000000Z_PH_GTY_2280411218.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Erling Haaland is yet to perform on the world stage for his country</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Argentina will look to defend their title as world champions this summer</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-26/chcjhl76/MESSI-WORLD-CUP-2022</image:loc>
<image:caption>Lionel Messi lifts the World Cup trophy during the Qatar 2022 World Cup trophy ceremony</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T16:21:30.183+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>World Cup Preview: Heavyweights and Dark Horses Collide</news:title>
<news:keywords>World Cup, Football, Sport, Lionel Messi, FIFA World Cup, Iraq, Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland, Argentina national football team, France</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/anax-developments-breaks-ground-on-elle-residences-dubai-islands-unveils-anax-20-vision-1.500576128</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/rist9g7b/ANAX.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T16:10:15.912+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>ANAX Developments breaks ground on ELLE Residences Dubai Islands, unveils ANAX 2.0 vision</news:title>
<news:keywords>Company News, GN Focus</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/tom-holland-confirms-he-and-zendaya-are-married-im-the-happiest-i-have-ever-been-1.500576161</loc>
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<image:caption>US actress Zendaya and British actor Tom Holland pose during a photocall for « Spider-Man: brand new day » movie in a hotel in Madrid on June 15, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Tom Holland and Zendaya in 'Spider Man: Far From Home'</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Tom Holland and Zendaya</image:caption>
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<image:caption>In September, in honour of Zendaya's birthday, Tom Holland shared a mirror selfie of the alleged couple on the Spider-Man set on Instagram. In the caption he wrote in character as Peter Parker: “My MJ, have the happiest of birthdays."</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T16:07:06.508+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Tom Holland confirms he and Zendaya are married: 'I'm the happiest I have ever been'</news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment, HollyWood, hollywood, Marvel</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/ask-gulf-news/ask-gulf-news-how-to-verify-job-offers-in-the-uae-1.500576146</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/fefkam80/Untitled-design-69.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T15:53:34.433+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Ask Gulf News: How to verify job offers in the UAE</news:title>
<news:keywords>Ask Gulf News</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/rihanna-reveals-her-diamond-bracelet-was-a-gift-from-the-ambani-family-and-it-is-worth-rs-22-crore-1.500576105</loc>
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<image:caption>Rihanna has given fans a glimpse of one of her most special pieces of jewellery.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>In a moment that caught everyone’s attention, Rihanna was seen offering prayers at the family temple before joining the hosts for a joyful, petal-filled dance.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T15:45:54.060+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Rihanna reveals her diamond bracelet was a gift from the Ambani family and it is worth Rs 2.2 crore</news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment, india</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/tax-news/uae-distributes-over-dh46-billion-in-vat-and-excise-revenues-after-15-rise-1.500576120</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/08/29/Stock-VAT_18a3ff2b24e_large.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Retailers need to go over all the potential elements in play when applying VAT to discounts.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T15:44:00.188+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE distributes over Dh46 billion in VAT and excise revenues after 15% rise</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tax News, UAE tax</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/trus-holding-celebrates-20-year-milestone-with-the-inauguration-of-its-new-corporate-headquarters-in-dubai-1.500576113</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/wwft0oqf/Trus-Holding-Image-01.jpeg</image:loc>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T15:23:50.207+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Trus Holding celebrates 20-year milestone with the inauguration of its new corporate headquarters in Dubai</news:title>
<news:keywords>Corporate-News</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/uae-restaurants-rethink-fifa-world-cup-strategy-as-late-kick-offs-summer-heat-test-demand-1.500576084</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/aqon0ux1/Arabian-Ranches.png</image:loc>
<image:caption>Football fans celebrate at the Ranches Restaurant by the Golf Course.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/11/03/Abu-Dhabi-Fanzone-FIFA-World-Cup-Qatar_1843d1ec0f0_large.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A fan zone in Abu Dhabi during the FIFA World Cup Qatar.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T15:15:14.230+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE restaurants rethink FIFA World Cup strategy as late kick-offs, summer heat test demand</news:title>
<news:keywords>Retail, FIFA World Cup</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/trump-could-lift-world-cup-with-tournament-winners-1.500576088</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/wv74ptzx/preview.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>President Donald Trump could be right amongst the action as the winner's of the 2026 FIFA World Cup lift the trophy</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-06/7n9mgx9e/newsml_afp_com_20251205T000000Z_PH_GTY_2250193985.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>President Donald Trump dances to the final performance of the Village People during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Official Draw at John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Chelsea captain Reece James held the FIFA Club World Cup trophy awkwardly as Donald Trump remained on stage for the celebrations</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T15:08:11.223+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Trump could lift World Cup with tournament winners</news:title>
<news:keywords>Sport, Football, World Cup, Donald Trump, FIFA World Cup</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/sanchita-ugale-death-she-was-being-tortured-father-alleges-harassment-and-financial-pressure-1.500576071</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/3u0blb9z/ANI_20260615120349.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Actress Sanchita Ugale was found dead on Sunday night.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T15:05:06.461+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Sanchita Ugale death: 'She was being tortured,' father alleges harassment and financial pressure</news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/from-a-single-room-to-the-world-cup-the-pakistani-entrepreneur-behind-every-single-fifa-ball-1.500576058</loc>
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<image:caption>Khawaja Masood Akhtar, during an interview with Arab News on January 24, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Khawaja Masood Akhtar (third person from the left)</image:caption>
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<image:caption>All the footballs designed for the Qatar Fifa World Cup 2022 in the Forward Sport factory in Sialkot, Pakistan</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Khawaja Masood Akhtar in his office in Pakistan</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Staff inspecting the World Cup balls in 2022</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Behind the scenes of the production of the ball in 2014</image:caption>
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<image:caption>An employee inflating an Adidas AG 'Brazuca' football, used for the 2014 World Cup in Brazil</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T15:01:00.373+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>From a single room to the World Cup: the Pakistani entrepreneur behind every single FIFA ball</news:title>
<news:keywords>World Cup, Pakistan, football, Pakistan, FIFA World Cup, FIFA, Entrepreneurship</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/dds-partners-with-hsbc-to-accelerate-digital-direct-debit-adoption-across-uae-1.500575964</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/tvdgg1z4/DDSHSBC1.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Ummair Butt, Founder and CEO, DDS and Kyle Boag, Regional Head of Global Payments Solutions MENAT, HSBC Bank Middle East Limited</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/pnglcibd/DDSHSBC2.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representatives from DDS and HSBC</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T14:38:40.566+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>DDS partners with HSBC to accelerate digital direct debit adoption across UAE</news:title>
<news:keywords>Company News</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/taare-zameen-pars-child-star-yohaan-is-now-a-gold-medal-winning-dentist-and-trainee-pilot-in-the-uk-1.500576025</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/zumd7ucq/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-15-at-16.45.08.jpeg.webp</image:loc>
<image:caption>Photos from his life in the UK shared in his private Instagram</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/txdudai6/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-15-at-16.45.08.jpeg.webp</image:loc>
<image:caption>Photos from his life in the UK shared in his private Instagram</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/vjt3farc/WhatsApp_Image_2026_06_15_at_16_44_27_jpeg.webp</image:loc>
<image:caption>In 2024, Sachet shared a photograph from the cockpit of an aircraft on his private Instagram account</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/d3asrp16/WhatsApp_Image_2026_06_15_at_16_43_47_e1781524785168_jpeg.webp</image:loc>
<image:caption>Sachet Engineer at Camden Town</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T14:32:44.800+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Taare Zameen Par's child star Yohaan is now a gold medal-winning dentist and trainee pilot in the UK</news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment, BollyWood, bollywood, Aamir Khan</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/sharjah-hotels-draw-21-million-guests-as-airport-traffic-fuels-tourism-boom-1.500576026</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-21/twzpv1uv/newsml_afp_com_20260521T164457Z_doc_b3mm3ye.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A photograph shows the Al-Nooor Mosque (L) and the city skyline in Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates on May 21, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T14:19:17.290+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Sharjah hotels draw 2.1 million guests as airport traffic fuels tourism boom</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tourism, Sharjah</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/abu-dhabi-digital-attestations-surge-405-as-demand-for-online-legal-services-grows-1.500576014</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/atgrr2tb/The-Abu-Dhabi-Judicial-Department-ADJD-building-in-the-UAE-capital</image:loc>
<image:caption>The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD) building in the UAE capital.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T14:09:18.063+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Abu Dhabi digital attestations surge 405% as demand for online legal services grows</news:title>
<news:keywords>Government</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/no-tolls-just-fees-what-irans-plan-for-strait-of-hormuz-means-1.500575992</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-11/m4fzunlm/preview.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>There is no provision in international law for a coastal state charging for passage through a natural waterway, whether you call it a toll or a fee or whatever. a legal expert says.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T13:56:59.092+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>No tolls, just fees? What Iran's plan for Strait of Hormuz means</news:title>
<news:keywords>Mena, Gulf, Oman, Americas, Oman, americas, Gulf, US-Israel-Iran war</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/abu-dhabi-launches-specialised-mental-health-network-for-children-1.500576009</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/ke90y4un/PureHealth-launches-SAKINA-for-Children-2.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Initiative combines early intervention, therapy and inpatient mental health support.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T13:56:11.819+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Abu Dhabi launches specialised mental health network for children</news:title>
<news:keywords>Health</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/dmcc-launches-trade-knowledge-push-for-firms-facing-global-disruption-1.500575995</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/jy7sf7kf/DMCC-Uptown-Tower.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T13:46:09.114+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>DMCC launches trade knowledge push for firms facing global disruption</news:title>
<news:keywords>Markets</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/el-niño-2026-will-uae-see-hotter-more-humid-weather-as-ncm-forecasts-98-per-cent-chance-1.500575776</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/7xu4wmj0/Dubai-downtown</image:loc>
<image:caption>Dubai downtown</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T13:33:05.941+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>El Niño 2026: Will UAE see hotter, more humid weather as NCM forecasts 98 per cent chance?</news:title>
<news:keywords>Weather</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/travel/starlink-in-flight-wi-fi-which-gulf-airlines-have-it-and-is-it-free-1.500575948</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-27/mhe2ob2h/Starlinek.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>First Airbus A380 aircraft upgraded with high-speed Wi-Fi completed installation in UK.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T13:25:34.407+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Starlink in-flight Wi-Fi: Which Gulf airlines have it and is it free?</news:title>
<news:keywords>Travel, Aviation, Technology, Emirates airline, Qatar Airways, Starlink satellite internet</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/everything-tina-fey-touches-turns-to-gold-fans-celebrate-as-netflix-renews-the-four-seasons-for-season-3-1.500575949</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/5xhqhmau/tina.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A still from Four Seasons</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T13:16:28.177+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>'Everything Tina Fey touches turns to gold': Fans celebrate as Netflix renews The Four Seasons for Season 3</news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/new-rule-uae-targets-more-emiratis-for-private-healthcare-jobs-1.500575952</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-20/5e9ahm4f/Emiratisation_18d3f24d095_original_ratio.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Companies with 50 or more employees are required to increase Emiratisation in skilled positions by 2 per cent annually. Photo for illustrative purpose only</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/dpg7p3an/Farida-Al-Ali</image:loc>
<image:caption>Farida Al Ali</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/ezpi9id4/Abdullah-Ahli</image:loc>
<image:caption>Abdullah Ahli</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T13:15:12.102+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>New rule: UAE targets more Emiratis for private healthcare jobs</news:title>
<news:keywords>Health, Health, Emiratisation</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/c0r62vk-uae-president-arrives-summit-venue-france-1.500575945</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-06/lvzp4jp7/MBZ-Sheikh-Mohammed-Bin-Zayed-Official-Photo</image:loc>
<image:caption>President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T13:14:28.861+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE President arrives at G7 Summit venue in France</news:title>
<news:keywords>Government</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/former-lead-actor-of-kala-hiran-sonu-mishra-quits-because-of-anti-salman-khan-contract-i-was-offered-salman-khans-role-then-i-saw-the-contract-1.500575934</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/zin3ezvd/202605253801241.jpeg</image:loc>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T13:07:14.275+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Former lead actor of Kala Hiran Sonu Mishra quits because of anti-Salman Khan contract: 'I was offered Salman Khan's role, then I saw the contract'</news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment, BollyWood, bollywood, Salman Khan</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/abu-dhabi-launches-dh291-million-road-project-to-improve-connectivity-in-al-ain-1.500575919</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/ikndxbl0/Dual-carraige-way.png</image:loc>
<image:caption>Construction has begun on a Dh291 million dual carriageway linking Al Sarouj and Al Ain Industrial Area.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T13:00:01.881+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Abu Dhabi launches Dh291 million road project to improve connectivity in Al Ain</news:title>
<news:keywords>Transport, Abu Dhabi</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/meet-pakistans-first-ever-player-in-fifa-world-cup-making-history-zidane-iqbal-1.500575898</loc>
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<image:caption>Zidane Iqbal, 23, currently plays for FC Utrecht after coming through United's youth system</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Iraq's midfielder #14 Zidane Iqbal runs with the ball during the international friendly football match between Iraq and Venezuela at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, Illinois on June 9, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>A flag on both sides, Pakistan on the right and Iraq on the left</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T12:33:23.666+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Meet Pakistan's first ever player in Fifa World Cup, making history: Zidane Iqbal</news:title>
<news:keywords>World Cup, Pakistan, football, Pakistan, FIFA World Cup, FIFA</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/au-small-finance-bank-raises-fcnr-rates-to-710-boosts-end-to-end-nri-banking-proposition-1.500575818</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/8qclq2qj/AU-Small-Finance-Bank.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T12:22:36.877+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>AU Small Finance Bank  raises FCNR rates to 7.10%, boosts end-to-end NRI banking proposition</news:title>
<news:keywords>Corporate-News</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/central-banks-line-up-more-gold-buying-with-dollar-confidence-under-pressure-1.500575884</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/06/28/190628-gold-reserve_16b9f02096e_large.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The secrecy surrounding the operations at US Bullion Depository at Fort Knox, an Army facility, only deepens the public’s curiosity and speculation. Photo for illustrative purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T12:16:48.887+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Central banks line up more gold buying with dollar confidence under pressure</news:title>
<news:keywords>Banking</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/andrea-bocelli-is-coming-to-abu-dhabi-grand-prix-week-and-tickets-go-on-sale-tomorrow-1.500575875</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-12-30/b1ek1m2q/Andrea-Bocelli</image:loc>
<image:caption>Andrea Bocelli</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Italian singer Andrea Bocelli and South Korean–American singer, songwriter, and record producer Ejae perform during the opening ceremony ahead of the 2026 World Cup Group A football match between Mexico and South Africa at the Mexico City Stadium in Mexico City on June 11, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T12:02:54.681+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Andrea Bocelli is coming to Abu Dhabi Grand Prix week and tickets go on sale tomorrow</news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment, Music, Things-To-Do-Events-Concerts, Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, Concert, Abu Dhabi</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/dubais-difc-adds-112-billion-oak-hill-advisors-after-dfsa-approval-1.500575870</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-24/vatltb1u/DAE-Offices-DIFC.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>DFSA announces temporary regulatory relief measures to support the DIFC financial services community</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T11:59:57.630+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Dubai’s DIFC adds $112 billion Oak Hill Advisors after DFSA approval</news:title>
<news:keywords>Markets, Dubai</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-releases-23-sea-turtles-including-a-one-flipper-survivor-named-foxy-1.500573802</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/drdit2m4/Hawksbill-turtle.png</image:loc>
<image:caption>On a warm Friday morning, 23 sea turtles made their way back to the ocean from the Dubai coastline.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/yy7xsihm/HP303500_Edited.png</image:loc>
<image:caption>The 23 released this week, 22 green turtles and one hawksbill, brought that number to 2,351.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>H.E. Sheikh Fahim Bin Sultan Bin Khalid Al Qasimi known as UAE's Turtle Sheikh at the release.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Foxy the turtle missing one flipper with the tracker</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/lm4y7bkc/Fatima_Turtle_with_the_tracker_jpg.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Fatima, the biggest turtle at the release</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/399w8x6a/IMG_9644.HEIC</image:loc>
<image:caption>Sheikh Fahim with Barbara Lang-Lenton</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/98d2xdtx/IMG9654_JPG.jpeg</image:loc>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T11:50:31.908+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Dubai releases 23 sea turtles, including missing a front flipper named Foxy</news:title>
<news:keywords>UAE</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/mubadala-buys-200-million-stake-in-uk-ireland-power-link-greenlink-1.500575855</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/10/05/power-grid_17c4fae79d3_large.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T11:46:58.171+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Mubadala buys $200 million stake in UK-Ireland power link Greenlink</news:title>
<news:keywords>Markets</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/mohammed-al-owaiss-heroics-earn-saudi-a-point-at-world-cup-1.500575847</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/tqs5bxju/newsml_afp_com_20260615T000000Z_PH_GTY_2281778204.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Mohammed Al-Owais and Hassan Al-Tambakti of Saudi Arabia fist bump during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H match between Saudi Arabia and Uruguay at Miami Stadium</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Al-Owais frustrated Uruguay who were kept out until the 80th minute in their opening World Cup match</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T11:42:14.030+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Mohammed Al-Owais’s heroics earn Saudi a point at World Cup</news:title>
<news:keywords>Sport, Football, World Cup, Saudi Arabia, FIFA World Cup</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/watch-and-jewellery-middle-east-show-2026-draws-96000-visitors-as-regional-luxury-market-expands-1.500575751</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/wv44ti1i/Visitors-at-Sharjah-jewellery-show-2026.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>More than 96,000 people have visited the 57th Watch and Jewellery Middle East Show in Sharjah.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T11:24:36.212+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Watch and Jewellery Middle East Show 2026 draws 96,000 visitors as regional luxury market expands</news:title>
<news:keywords>Retail, Sharjah</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/home-and-kitchen/5-best-robot-vacuum-mop-combos-to-tackle-pet-hair-in-the-uae-2026-1.500575815</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/11/29/Cat_193781ab6eb_medium.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>We rounded up five of the best robot vacuum-mop combos available in the UAE in 2026 for homes</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T11:21:18.229+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>5 best robot vacuum-mop combos to tackle pet hair in the UAE, 2026</news:title>
<news:keywords>BestBuys-Home-and-Kitchen</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-warns-of-five-year-jail-for-misuse-of-electronic-transactions-and-signatures-1.500575737</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/05/21/1.2138603_1932916625_16adaf09ec7_large.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Saudi Arabia's Public Prosecution has warned that the misuse of electronic transactions and electronic signatures is punishable by up to five years' imprisonment and a fine of up to SR5 million.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T11:05:13.140+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Saudi Arabia warns of five-year jail for misuse of electronic transactions and signatures</news:title>
<news:keywords>Saudi, Saudi Arabia</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/when-will-toy-story-5-release-in-uae-everything-to-know-about-pixars-nostalgia-filled-sequel-1.500575788</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-13/danueynl/Toy-story-5.PNG</image:loc>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T10:47:58.131+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>When will Toy Story 5 release in UAE? Everything to know about Pixar's nostalgia-filled sequel</news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/disclosure-day-review-spielbergs-nostalgic-sci-fi-epic-that-plays-it-too-safe-1.500575761</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-09/5sz8cuii/preview.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>This image released by Universal Pictures shows Colman Domingo, from left, Tommy Martinez, Emily Blunt and Josh O'Connor in a scene from "Disclosure Day."</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T10:41:47.558+04:00</news:publication_date>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/who-is-sarpreet-singh-the-indian-origin-ex-bayern-munich-player-at-world-cup-2026-1.500575777</loc>
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<image:caption>New Zealand's forward #10 Sarpreet Singh and Iran's defender #05 Milad Mohammadi fight for the ball during the 2026 World Cup Group G football match between Iran and New Zealand at Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood on June 15, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>New Zealand's forward #10 Sarpreet Singh and Iran's defender #05 Milad Mohammadi fight for the ball during the 2026 World Cup Group G football match between Iran and New Zealand at Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood on June 15, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T10:29:41.387+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Who is Sarpreet Singh? The Indian-origin ex-Bayern Munich player at World Cup 2026</news:title>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/why-turning-off-your-ac-when-youre-away-could-be-a-mistake-during-uae-summers-risks-and-ideal-temperature-1.500540575</loc>
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<image:caption>The pattern is consistent: dry throat, nasal congestion, sneezing, headaches, dry eyes, fatigue and occasional muscle stiffness after prolonged exposure. In some cases, coughing or sinus irritation appears when air is overly cold or poorly filtered.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T10:17:10.739+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Why turning off your AC when you're away could be a mistake during UAE summers: Risks and ideal temperature</news:title>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/india-temporarily-bans-telegram-ahead-of-neet-re-exam-to-prevent-paper-leaks-1.500575772</loc>
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<image:caption>Restrictions will remain until June 22 as authorities target exam fraud.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T10:16:20.098+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>India temporarily bans Telegram ahead of NEET re-exam to prevent paper leaks</news:title>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/dubai-gold-stays-above-dh520-after-wild-june-swing-from-dh542-to-dh492-1.500575767</loc>
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<image:caption>Deira Gold Souk, Dubai</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T10:13:05.159+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Dubai gold stays above Dh520 after wild June swing from Dh542 to Dh492</news:title>
<news:keywords>Retail, UAE Gold, Dubai gold</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/property/abu-dhabis-dh55-billion-ppp-plan-could-bring-private-money-into-24-public-projects-1.500575739</loc>
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<image:caption>Abu dhabi skyline</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T09:38:41.150+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Abu Dhabi’s Dh55 billion PPP plan could bring private money into 24 public projects</news:title>
<news:keywords>Property, Abu Dhabi</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-unveils-middle-easts-largest-national-tennis-centre-to-boost-sporting-ambitions-1.500575714</loc>
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<image:caption>The complex, currently under construction in Qiddiya City, west of Riyadh, will feature 30 courts, including 28 hard courts and two clay courts, and is being designed by international sports architecture firm Populous.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T09:32:34.117+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Saudi Arabia unveils Middle East’s largest national tennis centre to boost sporting ambitions</news:title>
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<image:caption>Turkish actress Ece Irtem gained widespread recognition for her role as Isil in One Love, a Turkish television drama that attracted a large audience, establishing herself as one of the country’s emerging screen talents.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T09:30:46.383+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Renowned Turkish actress Ece Irtem dies at 35 one day after celebrating birthday</news:title>
<news:keywords>Arab-Celebs, Mena, Turkey</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/nearly-11-billion-children-exposed-to-three-or-more-climate-risks-unicef-1.500575552</loc>
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<image:caption>Displaced children and families from el-Fasher at a displacement camp where they sought refuge from fighting between government forces and the RSF, in Tawila, Darfur region, Sudan.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T09:24:07.674+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Nearly 1.1 billion children exposed to three or more climate risks: UNICEF</news:title>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/kala-hiran-row-makers-serve-legal-notice-to-govind-namdev-as-salman-khan-moves-court-1.500575702</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T09:12:11.042+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Kala Hiran row: Makers serve legal notice to Govind Namdev as Salman Khan moves court </news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/8-killed-as-b-52-bomber-crashes-during-test-flight-at-california-air-force-base-1.500575716</loc>
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<image:caption>This image taken from video provided by KABC shows law enforcement responding to the scene of an aircraft crash, Monday, June 15, 2026, near Edwards Air Force Base, Calif.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Representative image (Photo/@USAFCENT)</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T09:12:09.831+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>8 killed as B-52 bomber crashes during test flight at California Air Force base</news:title>
<news:keywords>Americas, Aviation</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/magnitude-67-earthquake-jolts-indonesias-palu-city-in-central-sulawesi-province-1.500575713</loc>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T09:09:18.557+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Magnitude 6.7 earthquake jolts  Indonesia’s Central Sulawesi province</news:title>
<news:keywords>Asia</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/diney-borges-meet-the-uae-pro-league-defender-behind-cape-verdes-heroics-against-spain-1.500575711</loc>
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<image:caption>Diney Borges #3 of Cabo Verde interacts with Lamine Yamal #19 of Spain during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H match between Spain and Cabo Verde at Atlanta Stadium on June 15, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Diney Borges #3 of Cabo Verde interacts with Lamine Yamal #19 of Spain during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H match between Spain and Cabo Verde at Atlanta Stadium on June 15, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T09:05:40.164+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Diney Borges: Meet the UAE Pro League defender behind Cape Verde's heroics against Spain</news:title>
<news:keywords>World Cup, football</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/uae-traffic-alert-accident-on-sheikh-zayed-road-towards-abu-dhabi-motorists-urged-to-take-caution-1.500575692</loc>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T08:41:23.099+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE traffic alert: Accident on Sheikh Zayed Road towards Abu Dhabi today</news:title>
<news:keywords>Transport</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/from-50000-to-5-million-followers-vozinha-broke-down-after-spain-heroics-and-revealed-us-visa-issue-1.500575685</loc>
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<image:caption>Cape Verde's goalkeeper #01 Vozinha celebrates at the end of the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Cape Verde at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Cape Verde's goalkeeper #01 Vozinha celebrates with his national flag at the end of the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Cape Verde at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T08:40:52.865+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>From 50,000 to 5 million followers: Vozinha broke down after Spain heroics and revealed US visa issue</news:title>
<news:keywords>World Cup, Football, football</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/whats-the-safest-way-to-wash-rice-before-cooking-heres-what-research-says-1.500575659</loc>
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<image:caption>Rinsing rice may help reduce surface contaminants such as arsenic and microplastics, with minimal nutritional impact for most people.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T08:28:03.217+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>What’s the safest way to wash rice before cooking? Here’s what new research says</news:title>
<news:keywords>Lifestyle</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/technology/philippines-economic-security-zone-at-new-clark-city-what-you-need-to-know-about-pax-silica-why-it-matters-1.500575647</loc>
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<image:caption>Pax Silica: An artist's conception of the planned Economic Security Zone (ESZ), a flagship project under the US-led Pax Silica initiative, at the New Clark City, in Pampanga, 1 hour by car from Manila.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T08:20:07.837+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Philippines: Economic Security Zone at New Clark City — Pax Silica, why it matters</news:title>
<news:keywords>Technology, Asia, Americas, Philippines</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/safety-security/uaes-most-dangerous-cyber-threat-why-credential-phishing-is-getting-harder-to-detect-1.500575517</loc>
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<image:caption>The UAE Cybersecurity Council has reported that more than 75% of cyber breaches in the country begin with phishing emails or fraudulent messages, cementing credential theft as the single most common entry point for attackers.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Kenan Abu Ltaif, Regional Lead, Middle East and Turkey at Proofpoint</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T08:00:00.000+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE's most dangerous cyber threat: Why credential phishing is getting harder to detect</news:title>
<news:keywords>Living-Safety-Security, Living-Telephone-Internet, UAE, Technology, UAE, cybercrime</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/sanchita-ugale-death-film-body-demands-investigation-friend-recalls-her-depression-struggles-1.500575640</loc>
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<image:caption>AICWA President Suresh Shyamlal Gupta has written to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, urging the government to order a high-level inquiry and ensure justice for the actor’s family.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T07:52:59.425+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Sanchita Ugale death: Film body demands investigation; friend recalls her depression struggles </news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/iran-fights-back-twice-to-earn-2-2-draw-with-new-zealand-in-world-cup-opener-1.500575631</loc>
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<image:caption>Mohammad Mohebi heads home the equaliser in the 63rd minute from a cross by Ramin Rezaeian at SoFi Stadium in Californian during their FIFA World Cup opener vs New New Zealand. Rezaeian finished with a goal and an assist.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T07:31:25.891+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Iran fights back twice to earn 2-2 draw with New Zealand in World Cup opener</news:title>
<news:keywords>World Cup</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-and-iran-reach-initial-deal-to-open-strait-of-hormuz-and-extend-ceasefire-1.500574453</loc>
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<image:caption>US President Donald Trump waves as he arrives for the G7 summit, in Evian, eastern France, on June 15, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Macron speaking during an interview as part of French TV channel TF1's news broadcast on the sidelines of the G7 summit.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Esmaeil Baqaei</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T07:23:14.512+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>US-Iran deal: Trump, Vance and Ghalibaf electronically sign agreement; Hormuz to be ‘completely open’ Friday</news:title>
<news:keywords>Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/ask-us/uae-public-holidays-2026-when-is-the-next-day-off-after-islamic-new-year-1.500555678</loc>
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<image:caption>Huge crowd during Eid Al Adha celebrations at Dubai mall fountain area.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T07:17:12.804+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE public holidays 2026: When is the next day off?</news:title>
<news:keywords>Living-Ask-Us, UAE, UAE Public holidays</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/netflix-doubles-down-on-the-hockey-romance-genre-after-off-campus-rage-icebreaker-series-next-in-queue-1.500575611</loc>
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<image:caption>Off Campus is streaming on Amazon Prime.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T07:16:48.888+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Netflix doubles down on the hockey romance genre after Off Campus rage: Icebreaker series next in queue</news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/release-of-25-billion-return-of-nuclear-experts-to-iran-set-what-we-know-so-far-about-us-iran-deal-terms-1.500575546</loc>
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<image:caption>File photo shows ships at Anchor in the Strait of Hormuz, off Oman's northern coast.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T07:06:35.184+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Release of $25 billion, return of nuclear experts to Iran set: What we know so far about US-Iran deal terms</news:title>
<news:keywords>Mena, Americas</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/future-of-digital-infrastructure-will-depend-on-trust-resilience-and-collaboration-1.500575389</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/2mur3etx/IMG-20260612-WA0028.jpg</image:loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/u85feedr/DR-KUWAITI.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Dr. Mohamed Al-Kuwaiti, Head of Cybersecurity, UAE Government</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/m4nad9vt/DANIEL-VALLE.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Daniel Valle, CEO of SCC Middle East</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/4hzw6soo/Adnan-Ali-Hassan-Al-Hosani.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Dr. Eng. Adnan Ali Hassan Al Hosani, Director of Electricity and Energy Trade Department at the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/j2lslywj/PIYUSH-MEHTA.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Piyush Mehta, Chief Executive Officer of Data Dynamics</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/7px0jhh9/mansoor-khan.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Mansoor Khan, Chief Technology Officer at Neurovia AI</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T07:00:00.000+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Future of digital infrastructure will depend on trust, resilience and collaboration</news:title>
<news:keywords>GN Focus, GN-Focus</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-highs-to-reach-47c-inland-despite-slight-cooling-trend-1.500575591</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2012/5/23/1_16a081f8250.1026849_3992466947_16a081f8250_large.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Windy and dusty conditions are expected across the UAE.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T06:25:28.466+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE weather: Highs to reach 47°C inland despite slight cooling trend</news:title>
<news:keywords>Weather, UAE</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/meet-the-emirati-in-dubai-caring-for-30-cats-outside-his-home-how-he-rescues-animals-from-the-desert-and-parks-1.500575335</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/pvwgazuq/Untitled-design-3.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Abdulkarim Ismail Al Zarouni is the co-founder of Amal CSR, a UAE-based initiative.</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/kbt1kawe/cat1.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>“We used to see so many abandoned, dumped cats when we were growing up,” recalls Abdulkarim.</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/kfvqu3x4/cats1.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>In 2024, he and his partner launched Amal CSR, a UAE-based initiative focused on animal welfare and sustainability</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T06:00:00.000+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Meet the Emirati in Dubai caring for 30 cats outside his home: How he rescues animals from the desert and parks</news:title>
<news:keywords>UAE, United in Strength, Lifestyle</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/technology/which-countries-are-banning-social-media-for-children-1.500575457</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/zk5bu4hj/shutterstock1971640259.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T06:00:00.000+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Which countries are banning social media for children?</news:title>
<news:keywords>Technology, social media, Meta</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/uruguays-maxi-araujo-scores-equaliser-in-1-1-world-cup-draw-with-saudi-arabia-1.500575557</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/n9h1ufyz/preview.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Uruguay's Maxi Araujo celebrates scoring his side's opening goal against Saudi Arabia during a World Cup Group H soccer match in Miami Gardens, Fla., Monday, June 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T05:46:30.008+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Uruguay's Maxi Araujo scores equaliser in 1-1 World Cup draw with Saudi Arabia</news:title>
<news:keywords>world cup saudi arabia uruguay score</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/cuba-quantifies-impact-of-us-oil-blockade-on-childrens-health-daily-life-1.500575480</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/6uzzi1x2/preview.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A man welds a door in Havana, Cuba, Tuesday, June 9, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T05:32:10.849+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Cuba quantifies impact of US oil blockade on children's health, daily life</news:title>
<news:keywords>cuba us oil embargo blockade healthcare</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/us-iran-agreement-important-for-world-peace-economy-french-president-macron-1.500575543</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/08/25/G7-summit-Trump-Macron_16cc9d85d6e_large.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>France's President Emmanuel Macron (L) and US President Donald Trump attend a working session on "International Economy and Trade, and International Security Agenda" in Biarritz, south-west France, on the second day of the annual G7 Summit attended by the leaders of the world's seven richest democracies, Britain, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan and the United States. File photo taken on August 25, 2019.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T05:28:29.537+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>US-Iran agreement important for world peace, economy: French President Macron</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, Mena</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/what-to-know-about-alpha-gal-syndrome-the-life-threatening-meat-allergy-caused-by-tick-bites-1.500573612</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/m3fncyva/preview.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>This photo provided by the US Centers for Disease Control shows an adult female lone star tick crawling on a blade of grass in 2023.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/l2hsj1co/Screenshot-2026-06-16-at-9.08.36-AM.png</image:loc>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T05:02:14.038+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>What to know about alpha-gal syndrome, the life-threatening meat allergy caused by tick bites</news:title>
<news:keywords>alphagal syndrome tick bite meat allergy</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/opinion/philippines-the-bulacan-airport-debate-between-environmental-caution-and-infrastructure-urgency-1.500575563</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/qscyksei/An_artist_s_renderin_1745335c490_original_ratio.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>An artist's rendering of Manila's second international airport, planned in Bulacan, north of the Philippine capital. It is planned to have a mass rail system link to ensure easy connectivity.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-14/qpptt5y6/NMIA-location-Map-Picture.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A picture of a map showing the location of the New Manila International Airport in Bulacan. That area is just about 4 km north of Navotas, which will be covered by a proposed extension of the Roxas Boulevard northward.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T04:56:24.730+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Philippines: The Bulacan airport debate — between environmental caution and infrastructure urgency</news:title>
<news:keywords>Opinion, Philippines, Aviation</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/property/dubais-palm-jebel-ali-villas-head-for-first-handovers-this-year-1.500569799</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-10/ja7p7us5/Palm-Jebel-Ali-Aerial-Render.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Palm Jebel Ali</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-10/khnig7c4/Palm-Jebel-Ali-Cyan-Sky-Villa.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Palm Jebel Ali Cyan Sky Villa</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-10/t5pde8dg/Palm-Jebel-Ali-Aerial-Palm-Jebel-Ali-Bluejay-Villa.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Palm Jebel Ali Aerial</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-10/1owrxl2z/Khalid_Al_Malik_Chief_Executive_Officer_of_Dubai_Holding_Real_Estate.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Khalid Al Malik - Chief Executive Officer of Dubai Holding Real Estate</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-19/pclbd2w6/Stock_Dubai_Islands_Villas_18dcac2f663_original_ratio.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T04:00:00.000+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Dubai’s Palm Jebel Ali villas head for first handovers this year</news:title>
<news:keywords>Property, Dubai property</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/venezuela-inks-deal-with-general-electric-to-rebuild-grid-1.500575537</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/03/12/STOCK-Caracas--Venezuela_1782516c8f6_large.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A view of Caracas, Venezuela.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T03:58:37.270+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Venezuela inks deal with General Electric to rebuild grid</news:title>
<news:keywords>Energy, Americas</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/drone-strikes-kill-over-1000-civilians-in-sudan-in-the-first-5-months-of-2026-un-rights-chief-says-1.500575012</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/v11vkxk6/preview.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk speaks to the media, at the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) Palais Wilson, in Geneva, Switzerland, Wednesday, June 10, 2026. (Martial Trezzini/Keystone via AP)</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T03:55:43.619+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Drone strikes kill over 1,000 civilians in Sudan in the first 5 months of 2026, UN rights chief says</news:title>
<news:keywords>sudan deaths 2026</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/del-toro-seals-tour-auvergne-rhône-alpes-title-with-second-consecutive-summit-victory-1.500575520</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/epjcmb9f/6m204m3v1ka16qypo.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Isaac Del Toro: His victory adds another major stage-race success to a breakthrough 2026 campaign that has already included overall victories at the UAE Tour and Tirreno-Adriatico.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T03:30:50.778+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Del Toro seals Tour Auvergne – Rhone-Alpes title with second consecutive summit victory</news:title>
<news:keywords>Sport</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/egypt-eu-join-forces-on-690-million-clean-energy-grid-investment-1.500575519</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/10/18/20221018-solar-plant_183ec23f6ba_large.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Egypt is garnering plenty of interest from clean-energy investors, many of who see it as a prime location to build wind and solar farms and green-hydrogen plants.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T03:15:27.400+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Egypt, EU join forces on €690 million clean-energy grid investment</news:title>
<news:keywords>Energy, Africa, Europe</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/as-iran-chases-world-cup-its-us-diaspora-holds-protests-and-watch-parties-1.500574514</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/yjtvkypk/preview.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>People protest outside Los Angeles Stadium before the World Cup Group G soccer match between Iran and New Zealand in Inglewood, Calif., near Los Angeles, Monday, June 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T03:05:30.778+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>As Iran chases the World Cup, its US diaspora is divided between protesting and cheering</news:title>
<news:keywords>iran protest world cup</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/eight-feared-dead-as-us-bomber-crashes-in-california-military-1.500575477</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-13/p3g0ayax/newsml_afp_com_20260313T103933Z_doc_a34k628.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A US Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bomber lands at RAF Fairford in south-west England on March 13, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T02:49:24.758+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Eight feared dead as US bomber crashes in California: military</news:title>
<news:keywords>Americas</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/oil-prices-crash-sell-off-comes-after-usiran-de-escalation-preliminary-peace-framework-1.500575510</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-11/oebfomxi/202606113821053.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>US-Iran de-escalation has pushed Murban crude oil to $76.81/barrel as of June 16, 2026 (6.59am in Tokyo).</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-16/mnm7ub5y/Oil-price-2026-06-16-at-9.54.48-PM.png</image:loc>
<image:caption>Crude oil rates as of 1.55pm GMT on Tuesday (June 16, 2026).</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/4srfpq4h/Oil-prices-June-16.png</image:loc>
<image:caption>Oil prices as of 6.59am on Tuesday (June 16) in Tokyo.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T02:11:02.173+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Oil prices crash: Sell-off comes after  US–Iran de-escalation, preliminary peace framework</news:title>
<news:keywords>Energy</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/hormuz-passage-limited-underwater-mine-threat-war-risk-insurance-remain-high-1.500575500</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-25/qksnb7rz/naval-mines.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The IRGC has reportedly deployed Maham-3 and Maham-7 naval mines to impose control over passage through the narrow Strait of Hormuz. Even a small number of mines can disrupt global shipping, making rapid detection and clearance essential.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/qujlapt5/Screenshot-2026-06-16-at-6.37.59-AM.png</image:loc>
<image:caption>GETTING BUSIER: Ships transiting through the Strait of Hormuz as of 10.30pm GMT (June 15, 2026), as shown by online global ship tracking site Marine Traffic.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T01:38:14.842+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Hormuz passage: Underwater mine threat, war-risk insurance remain high</news:title>
<news:keywords>Mena, Energy</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-air-force-b-52-crashes-shortly-after-takeoff-in-california-1.500575467</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/pbaqhaw6/HK4P-sMXUAAFoIk.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Edwards airfield shut, flights diverted after B-52 goes down on runway</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T00:05:22.201+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>US Air Force B-52 crashes shortly after takeoff in California</news:title>
<news:keywords>Americas, Plane Crash, America</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/etihads-biggest-summer-yet-300-daily-flights-new-routes-and-returning-favourites-1.500575460</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/977s7nvw/newss.PNG</image:loc>
<image:caption>10% more capacity than last summer, supported by 23 additional aircraft and continued network expansion</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-16T00:00:32.323+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Etihad’s biggest summer yet: 300+ daily flights, new routes and returning favourites</news:title>
<news:keywords>Aviation</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-emerges-stronger-and-more-confident-following-us-iran-understanding-says-gargash-1.500575454</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/g0scnnye/Gargash</image:loc>
<image:caption>Gargash says the UAE had consistently supported an immediate and comprehensive cessation of hostilities, respect for state sovereignty and the principles of good neighbourliness.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-15T23:32:22.320+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE emerges stronger and more confident following US-Iran understanding, says Gargash</news:title>
<news:keywords>UAE, UAE</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/zelensky-says-offered-to-meet-putin-in-us-during-call-with-trump-2-1.500575451</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/b5s63fjj/newsml_afp_com_20260504T082402Z_doc_a9pu6q8.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky attends the 8th European Political Community (EPC) summit in Yerevan on May 4, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-15T23:13:04.566+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title> Zelensky says offered to meet Putin in US during call with Trump</news:title>
<news:keywords>Americas, Ukraine, Russia</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/uk-charges-indian-captain-over-seized-russian-shadow-tanker-1.500575439</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-14/e79rf2nx/preview.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>In this photo provided by the Royal Navy, Royal Marine Commandos detain sanctioned tanker, the Smyrtos, in the English Channel, Sunday, June 14, 2026. (LPhot Hutchins/Royal Navy via AP)</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-15T22:59:04.468+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UK charges Indian captain over seized Russian shadow tanker</news:title>
<news:keywords>Europe, Europe</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/barakah-nuclear-plant-attack-condemned-global-warning-over-safety-issued-1.500575399</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/lh3n70el/Barakah_17fbaefb932_original_ratio.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Global coalition condemns drone strike, warns of grave nuclear safety risks</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-15T22:26:09.996+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Barakah nuclear plant attack condemned, global warning over safety issued</news:title>
<news:keywords>UAE, Mena, UAE, iran nuclear programme, US-Israel-Iran war</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/fifa-world-cup-2026-spain-held-to-goalless-draw-by-cape-verde-1.500575403</loc>
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<image:caption>Spain's defender #22 Pau Cubarsi (R) misses the ball during the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Cape Verde at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Spain's forward #21 Mikel Oyarzabal (2ndL) is comforted by Cape Verde's midfielder #06 Kevin Pina (R) at the end of the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Cape Verde at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, 2026.</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/8gou8mx1/preview.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha (1) makes a save during the World Cup Group H soccer match between Spain and Cape Verde in Atlanta, Monday, June 15, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Cape Verde's goalkeeper #01 Vozinha (C) is congratulated by staff and teammates at the end of the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Cape Verde at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, 2026.</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/1qft8l1w/newsml_afp_com_20260615T181501Z_doc_b77h28p.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Spain's defender #22 Pau Cubarsi (R) misses the ball during the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Cape Verde at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/1ku4paoc/newsml_afp_com_20260615T181356Z_doc_b77k3wg.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Cape Verde's goalkeeper #01 Vozinha celebrates with his national flag at the end of the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Cape Verde at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Spain's forward #21 Mikel Oyarzabal (down) reacts as Cape Verde's players celebrate at the end of the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Cape Verde at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Spain's defender #22 Pau Cubarsi (R) misses the ball during the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Cape Verde at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, 2026.</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/aq5q8ldn/newsml_afp_com_20260615T175237Z_doc_b77h27n.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Cape Verde's goalkeeper #01 Vozinha (L) holds the ball in front of Spain's forward #17 Nico Williams (R) during the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Cape Verde at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Cape Verde's defender #22 Steven Moreira (L) and Spain's defender #12 Pedro Porro (R) fight for the ball during the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Cape Verde at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, 2026.</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
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<image:caption>Cape Verde's goalkeeper #01 Vozinha (3rdL) makes a save during the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Cape Verde at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-15T22:11:17.842+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>FIFA World Cup 2026: Spain held to goalless draw by Cape Verde</news:title>
<news:keywords>World Cup, football, FIFA World Cup, spain</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-leaders-extend-hijri-new-year-greetings-and-prayers-for-prosperity-1.500575364</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/9r3yj5n5/MBZMBR</image:loc>
<image:caption>UAE leaders extended their greetings to Muslims around the world on the occasion of the Hijri New Year, expressing hopes for peace, stability and prosperity in the year ahead.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-15T21:54:02.893+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE leaders extend Hijri New Year greetings and prayers for prosperity</news:title>
<news:keywords>UAE, UAE</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/what-did-trump-say-about-us-iran-deal-and-strait-of-hormuz-reopening-1.500575379</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/wo6prule/newsml_afp_com_20260615T173804Z_doc_b77f8bk.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>US President Donald Trump arrives for the official greeting during the G7 summit, in Evian, eastern France, on June 15, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-15T21:53:39.824+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>What did Trump say about US-Iran deal and Strait of Hormuz reopening?</news:title>
<news:keywords>Americas, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/how-can-you-protect-yourself-from-the-extreme-summer-heat-1.500575355</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/nzvnki36/IMG5602.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Practical steps to avoid heatstroke, dehydration and other summer health risks</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-15T21:26:22.031+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>How can you protect yourself from the extreme summer heat?</news:title>
<news:keywords>UAE, Summer</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/edge-and-safran-sign-strategic-cooperation-deal-to-expand-defence-and-aerospace-collaboration-1.500575269</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/d970jhzl/dxu04m4r1ka1ftkpn.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>EDGE Group, Safran seal strategic agreement in aerospace, defence</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-15T21:22:10.411+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>EDGE and Safran sign strategic cooperation deal to expand defence and aerospace collaboration</news:title>
<news:keywords>UAE, Abu Dhabi</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/20-million-egyptian-students-join-arab-reading-challenge-1.500575319</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/9us5rk78/nngv.PNG</image:loc>
<image:caption>Massive turnout in Arab Reading Challenge reflects Egypt’s culture of reading</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-15T20:47:52.616+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>20 million Egyptian students join Arab Reading Challenge</news:title>
<news:keywords>UAE, Education, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/video-vaibhav-sooryavanshi-in-heated-on-field-altercation-after-india-a-super-over-loss-1.500575246</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/41q61psr/HK3Kt5cbgAA0L0R.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Tilak Varma get into a verbal fight with Sri Lanka A players in Super Over drama in their clash in the</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-15T20:02:19.194+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Video: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in heated on-field altercation after India A Super Over loss</news:title>
<news:keywords>Cricket, cricket, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/hormuz-reopening-sanctions-relief-remain-disputed-in-us-iran-deal-framework-1.500575143</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-11/9teq6vsk/Hormuz-strait.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A geotagged map showing the absence of tanker traffic on the Strait of Hormuz with US President Donald Trump (inset).</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-15T19:11:19.638+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Trump says 'let the oil flow', but Hormuz still largely shut</news:title>
<news:keywords>Americas, Mena, Gulf, Donald Trump, americas, Gulf, US-Israel-Iran war</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-introduces-new-maritime-law-to-enhance-safety-tighten-rules-for-vessels-1.500575194</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-14/y9ve8p3m/Kuwait</image:loc>
<image:caption>New regulations tighten control over maritime facilities and floating units</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-15T18:48:14.198+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Kuwait introduces new maritime law to enhance safety, tighten rules for vessels</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kuwait, Kuwait</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/tunisia-sack-sabri-lamouchi-after-5-1-world-cup-defeat-to-sweden-1.500575160</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-13/xaedi03z/newsml_afp_com_20260613T215605Z_doc_b6z29mz.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Tunisia's French head coach Sabri Lamouchi gives a press conference on the eve of Tunisia's 2026 World Cup football tournament Group F football match against Sweden at Monterrey Stadium in Monterrey, Mexico on June 13, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-15T18:36:07.192+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Tunisia sack Sabri Lamouchi after 5-1 World Cup defeat to Sweden</news:title>
<news:keywords>World Cup, football, FIFA World Cup</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/what-uae-residents-are-saying-about-us-iran-peace-deal-1.500575100</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/mw8e704l/expats.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Clockwise from top left: Gyan Raut, Ashley Segovia, Birendra Pariyar, Islam Abouebid, Naomi Mbugua, and Kabil Gangu</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/7gl5kork/Kabil-Gangu.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Kabil Gangu, an Indian chief executive engineer</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/1ecdat09/Gyan-Bahadur-Raut.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Gyan Raut, a Nepali mechanic</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/8u0hhalf/Naomi-Wanjiru-Mbugua.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Naomi Mbugua, a Kenyan children’s coordinator</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/336orebv/Islam-Abouebid.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Islam Abouebid, an Egyptian beach butler</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/sozh6hlp/Birendra-Pariyar.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Birendra Pariyar, a Nepali catering assistant</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/5gsnypa5/Ashley-Louise-Segovia.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Ashley Segovia, a Filipina kids club coordinator</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-15T17:59:28.318+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>What UAE residents are saying about US-Iran peace deal</news:title>
<news:keywords>people, United in Strength, UAE, UAE, US-Israel-Iran war</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-reopens-terminal-4-for-select-gulf-international-flights-1.500575118</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/kvj45ftz/HK2-5UFWUAAq6JX.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Move aims to ensure safe, efficient operations for returning airlines</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-15T17:53:06.281+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Kuwait reopens Terminal 4 for select Gulf, international flights</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kuwait, Aviation, Kuwait, travel</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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