https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trump-questions-nato-allies-as-us-iran-tensions-shift-with-sanctions-relief-and-hormuz-shipping-resumes-1.500583491 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-18/z9abzzq9/newsml_afp_com_20260618T123231Z_doc_b7hw7um.jpeg Commercial tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has resumed, easing concerns over global energy supplies. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/vq4x48er/newsml_afp_com_20260622T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282810163.jpeg President Donald Trump prepares to sign an executive order in the Oval Office of the White House on June 22, 2026 in Washington, DC. President Trump signed two orders on quantum computing. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T17:40:41.855+04:00 Trump says Iran agrees to ‘highest-level’ nuclear inspections; as Tehran and Oman weigh Hormuz service costs Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/environment/video-seaworld-abu-dhabi-welcomes-regions-first-ever-walrus-calf-1.500583903 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/fvvbvjsi/walrus.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T17:29:34.764+04:00 Video: SeaWorld Abu Dhabi welcomes region's first-ever walrus calf Environment https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/iran-s-president-in-pakistan-as-negotiators-tackle-sticking-points-1.500584188 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/85gywo9p/iran_pakistan_1782219838460.jpg Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif (third left), President Asif Ali Zardari (second right), Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar (second left) and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi (third right) walking alongside Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian (centre) and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi (right) upon their arrival at the Nur Khan Air Base in Rawalpindi. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T17:27:54.050+04:00 Iran’s president in Pakistan as negotiators tackle sticking points Pakistan, Mena, Gulf, Pakistan, Iran, Gulf https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/in-phone-call-with-emir-of-qatar-uae-president-offers-condolences-over-ras-laffan-industrial-zone-incident-1.500584089 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/0x9h2ag9/u8h04ux61ka18wxpo.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T17:10:12.608+04:00 In phone call with Emir of Qatar, UAE President offers condolences over Ras Laffan industrial zone incident Government https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/uaes-first-retail-t-sukuk-opens-dh1000-minimum-430-profit-rate-1.500584115 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/uj7nulac/Stock_Dirhams_17503894849_original_ratio.jpg The UAE Ministry of Finance has opened subscriptions for the country’s first Sovereign Retail T-Sukuk programme, allowing investors to participate with a minimum investment of Dh1,000. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T16:46:54.939+04:00 UAE's first retail T-Sukuk opens: Dh1,000 minimum, 4.30% profit rate Markets, Banking, UAE banks https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/cbse-class-12-re-evaluation-gives-ranchi-student-perfect-500-500-1.500584065 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/jz17mycu/perfect.gif Avni with her parents. She emerged as one of the country’s top performers after the review process revised her scores in English and Business Studies. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T16:36:37.967+04:00 CBSE Class 12 re-evaluation gives Ranchi student perfect 500/500 India, india, Education https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-leads-debate-on-future-of-work-as-ai-agents-enter-government-offices-1.500584120 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/bcx02dze/DHR.jpg Participants at the first edition of DGHR Multaqa 2026 forum. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T16:35:39.490+04:00 Dubai leads debate on future of work as AI agents enter government offices UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/pregnant-sudanese-mother-four-children-killed-in-riyadh-apartment-fire-1.500583674 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/883mleji/Sudanese-family.jpg The woman, who was in the ninth month of pregnancy, and her two sons and two daughters died from suffocation after the blaze swept through the family's residence in the Saudi capital. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T16:33:47.407+04:00 Pregnant Sudanese mother, four children killed in Riyadh apartment fire Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/sharjah-traffic-warning-heavy-vehicle-breakdown-causes-congestion-on-emirates-street-1.500584094 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/97cx978e/gulfnews2026-01-05oxvg7ysjSharjah-Police-new-patrols.avif Gulf News en 2026-06-23T16:22:21.094+04:00 Sharjah traffic warning: Heavy vehicle breakdown causes congestion on Emirates Street Transport https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/messi-mbappe-haaland-and-kane-are-chasing-a-world-cup-scoring-record-that-has-stood-for-68-years-1.500584058 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/t7lyd7xv/20260623161039.jpg.jpeg We are two weeks into this World Cup and the top scorers are putting up numbers that do not look normal. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/nackmwjx/newsml_afp_com_20260616T000000Z_PH_GTY_2281974665.jpeg Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina celebrates scoring his team's third and hat trick goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J match between Argentina and Algeria at Kansas City Stadium on June 16, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/v0xs3va4/kylian-mbappe-23011439-16x90.jpg.avif Mbappe went level with Miroslav Klose for World Cup goals https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/ji6ec4td/2026-06-16T225328Z1131998764UP1EM6G1QNSH8RTRMADP3SOCCER-WORLDCUP-IRQ-NOR-1781657632.jpg.webp Haaland scored his first World Cup goals against Iraq on Tuesday https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/c574nx32/AFP20260617B7G324Bv1MidResFblWc2026Match22EngCro-1781734047.jpg.webp England's forward Harry Kane celebrates after scoring his team's second goal https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/7myv5wtt/newsml_afp_com_20260620T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282573737.jpeg Deniz Undav #26 of Germany looks on during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E match between Germany and Cote D'Ivoire at Toronto Stadium on June 20, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/vdgnfz0f/newsml_afp_com_20260621T175554Z_doc_b7tg2rw.jpeg Colombia's midfielder #10 James Rodriguez takes part in a training session at the Academia Atlas FC in Zapopan, near Guadalajara, Mexico on June 21, 2026, during the 2026 World Cup football tournament. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T16:17:06.634+04:00 Messi, Mbappe, Haaland and Kane are chasing a World Cup scoring record that has stood for 68 years World Cup, Sport, Football, football, Lionel Messi, FIFA World Cup, FIFA, Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/padma-awards-2026-mammootty-alka-yagnik-madhavan-lead-honours-list-1.500584088 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-20/vzs5p0o4/202606203832665.jpeg Padma Awards: Alka Yagnik honoured Gulf News en 2026-06-23T16:16:45.783+04:00 Padma Awards 2026: Mammootty, Alka Yagnik, Madhavan lead honours list Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/dubais-foreign-investment-surge-creates-nearly-39000-jobs-in-one-year-1.500584057 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-06/jmh1b48q/Dubaiskyline2026 Nearly 39,000 jobs were created through Dubai’s latest foreign investment drive as global companies continued to set up new projects in the emirate. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T15:56:18.069+04:00 Dubai’s foreign investment surge creates nearly 39,000 jobs in one year economy, UAE economy, Dubai Communities https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/rs17-crore-palace-booked-for-wedding-bride-to-be-lover-held-in-cliff-death-plot-1.500584031 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/b012kbqa/push.webp Ketan Agrawal and his fiancee, Siya Goyal. The victim was the son of Vishal Agrawal, a well-known businessman from the Pimpri-Chinchwad area near Pune https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/5ycolgl2/ketan-visha.avif Gulf News en 2026-06-23T15:30:12.988+04:00 Rs17-crore palace booked for wedding; bride-to-be, lover held in cliff-death plot India, crime, india https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/dreamed-of-this-moment-sooryavanshi-dons-india-jersey-1.500584036 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/7xxg63pg/HHQKJOTKVBHI5ERH7KYA27QKKA.jpg.avif 15-year-old batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi receives first India jersey, set to become nation’s youngest international Gulf News en 2026-06-23T15:29:33.477+04:00 ‘Dreamed of this moment’: Sooryavanshi dons India jersey Cricket https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/merlin-the-duck-mexicos-viral-fifa-world-cup-2026-mascot-meets-president-sheinbaum-1.500583949 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/uftfsv1o/merlin-2.jpg Viral duck Merlin appears at Mexico’s presidential press briefing after World Cup fame https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/2ljiat2p/merlin.jpg Merlin the duck goes from Mexico City streets to the National Palace spotlight Gulf News en 2026-06-23T15:14:10.917+04:00 Merlin the Duck: Mexico’s viral FIFA World Cup 2026 'mascot' meets President Sheinbaum World Cup, Sport, football, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/driver-football-fans-help-save-42-umrah-pilgrims-from-kerala-bus-fire-1.500583998 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/8gjgsxi3/FIRE11.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T15:11:23.836+04:00 Driver, football fans help save 42 Umrah pilgrims from Kerala bus fire India, accident https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/jordan-stampede-among-football-fans-gathering-at-ammans-roman-theatre-leaves-one-dead-eight-injured-1.500583933 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/oapyb1m1/Jordan-fotball-fans-AFP.jpg : Jordanian football fans watching on giant screens their national team's 2026 World Cup Group J football match against Algeria at Amman's Roman amphitheatre early on Tuesday. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T14:37:51.648+04:00 Jordan: Stampede among football fans gathering at Amman's Roman Theatre leaves one dead, eight injured Mena, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/ask-gulf-news/ask-gulf-news-how-to-apply-for-the-uae-green-visa-for-skilled-workers-in-dubai-1.500583972 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/b9bjw8yb/Untitled-design-71.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-08/jdfeb67z/ASK-GULF-NEWS Gulf News en 2026-06-23T14:36:00.675+04:00 Ask Gulf News: How to apply for the UAE Green Visa for skilled workers in Dubai Ask Gulf News https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/medcare-hospital-al-safa-successfully-treats-enlarged-prostate-9-times-its-normal-size-using-advanced-robotic-waterjet-therapy-1.500583964 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/wz9k38pc/Image.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T14:30:20.277+04:00 Medcare Hospital Al Safa successfully treats enlarged prostate, 9 times its normal size using Advanced Robotic Waterjet Therapy GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/air-arabia-abu-dhabi-adds-aleppo-flights-from-july-7-1.500583966 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/6lnpd8lc/2003_AIR_ARABIA_1605797597912_175e0fed2df_original_ratio.jpg Air Arabia finishes A320 software update as travel surge continues Gulf News en 2026-06-23T14:29:07.331+04:00 Air Arabia Abu Dhabi adds Aleppo flights from July 7 Aviation, Air Arabia https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/hormuz-traffic-rises-but-uncertainty-persists-1.500583920 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-10/65oh1gwi/25.jpg Despite the pickup, shipping activity remains well below prewar levels and maritime analysts warn that uncertainty surrounding the future administration of the strait continues to deter many operators. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T14:25:37.694+04:00 Hormuz traffic hits post-war high, uncertainty persists Mena, Gulf, Iran, americas, Gulf https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/dana-gas-gets-egypt-dues-cleared-after-new-gas-find-beats-forecast-1.500583955 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/09/27/Stock-Dana-Gas-Egypt_18ad539fcfc_large.jpg Shutterstock Gulf News en 2026-06-23T14:22:43.271+04:00 Dana Gas gets Egypt dues cleared after new gas find beats forecast Energy https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/dubai-graduate-chosen-as-student-voice-of-stanfords-2026-commencement-1.500583838 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/bx9fvh4y/delna.jpg Lamya Sikandar Butt, an alumna of Dubai Scholars Private School, was selected to deliver the student address. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T14:09:54.482+04:00 Dubai graduate chosen as student voice of Stanford’s 2026 commencement Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/machete-attack-father-names-daughter-before-dying-in-bengaluru-killings-1.500583928 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-09/hi5c9dez/202507093448051.jpg Investigators suspect the killings were pre-planned. Illustrative image. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/25m2oiin/202606233836116.jpeg The Bengaluru apartment where the triple murder took place. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T14:05:07.991+04:00 Bengaluru parents, younger sister murdered; daughter, boyfriend arrested India, crime, india https://gulfnews.com/business/tax-news/uae-e-invoicing-countdown-begins-new-deadlines-rules-and-risks-explained-1.500583910 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/10/09/Stock-Digital-Bank-Account4_183bc9e238a_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T13:54:25.866+04:00 UAE e-invoicing countdown begins: New deadlines, rules and risks explained Tax News, Corporate Tax, YourMoney-Taxation, UAE tax, UAE government services https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/from-pause-to-purpose-how-this-lebanese-mother-found-a-new-path-in-the-uae-1.500583872 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/1rqe7zuw/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-23-at-13.37.00.jpeg Claudia El Haddad, founder of Make It Happen with Claudia https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/rnvzh41l/WhatsApp_Image_2026_06_23_at_13_12_41.jpeg From left to right: Claudia El Haddad's husband George, daughter Andrea, son Mark, and herself https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/9mc0x1io/WhatsApp_Image_2026_06_23_at_13_08_39.jpeg Claudia El Haddad's daughter Andrea's birthday celebration https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/utl1r962/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-23-at-13.02.02.jpeg Claudia El Haddad (fourth from left) with her team https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/mahe63ow/FotoJet.jpg Some of the events that Claudia El Haddad organised Gulf News en 2026-06-23T13:48:15.479+04:00 From pause to purpose: How this Lebanese mother found a new path in the UAE people, UAE, Stories-of-success, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/shawk-the-hawk-has-got-6-of-his-7-predictions-right-next-up-portugal-vs-uzbekistan-1.500583902 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/coc4p27o/Shawk-the-hawk-predicts-Uzbekhistan-vs-Portugal Shawk the hawk predicts Uzbekhistan vs Portugal https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/coc4p27o/Shawk-the-hawk-predicts-Uzbekhistan-vs-Portugal Shawk the hawk predicts Uzbekhistan vs Portugal Gulf News en 2026-06-23T13:43:53.501+04:00 Shawk the hawk has got 6 of his 7 predictions right; Next up Portugal vs Uzbekistan World Cup, Shawk the Hawk Predictions https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/how-messi-is-inspiring-mbappe-and-haaland-in-golden-boot-race-1.500583899 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/5iy1mstd/newsml_afp_com_20260622T171613Z_doc_b7wv4pr.jpeg Argentina's Lionel Messi reacts after missing a penalty kick during the match between Argentina and Austria. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T13:40:00.938+04:00 How Messi is inspiring Mbappe and Haaland in Golden Boot race World Cup https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/abu-dhabi-sanofi-explore-ai-powered-vaccine-innovation-centre-1.500583886 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/62o7ifo2/9ffba1bd-914c-4a7a-a02b-f7d3dcd4e08f.jpeg Partnership explores AI-driven vaccine discovery and advanced manufacturing capabilities. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-25/hbvek7y7/_1x_1.jpg Coronavirus Vaccine Research at Valneva SA Labs Gulf News en 2026-06-23T13:34:36.893+04:00 Abu Dhabi, Sanofi explore AI-powered vaccine innovation centre Health https://gulfnews.com/uae/old-dubai-zoo-site-in-jumeirah-to-house-homes-and-makeover-begins-with-710-m-walk-through-memory-1.500583854 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/l2oxjrty/Image-1-Dubai-based-artist-Solimar-Miller-in-front-of-Flora-of-Light-a-series-of-12-original-artworks-celebrating-the-UAEs-indigenous-flora-and-fauna.jpg Solimar Miller in front of Flora of Light a series of 12 original artworks celebrating the UAE's indigenous flora and fauna https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/3zvy12d1/Solimar-Miller Solimar Miller explains about her project during an interview with Gulf News Gulf News en 2026-06-23T13:32:50.603+04:00 Old Dubai Zoo site in Jumeirah to house homes and makeover begins with 710-m walk through memory UAE, people, Arts Culture, UAE, Dubai, art https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-weighs-social-media-ban-for-children-under-16-1.500583823 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/01/31/Children-using-social-media-stock_18d6006c810_large.jpg Photo used for illustrative purposes Gulf News en 2026-06-23T13:25:33.672+04:00 Oman weighs social media ban for children under 16 Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/sharjah-oman-cargo-route-cuts-transit-time-from-3-months-to-35-days-1.500583867 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-19/06anhbho/newsml_afp_com_20260619T153157Z_doc_b7nc6ct.jpeg Containers are stacked along a pier at the Khor Fakkan Container Terminal, the only natural deep-sea port in the region and one of the major container ports in Sharjah Emirate, along the Gulf of Oman. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/70sp7zbz/newsml_afp_com_20260430T150004Z_doc_a9d97ke.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-30/82sp98ar/sharjahskyline Gulf News en 2026-06-23T13:25:17.813+04:00 Sharjah-Oman cargo route cuts transit time from 3 months to 35 days Markets, Sharjah, Oman https://gulfnews.com/travel/yas-island-summer-camp-returns-with-ferrari-world-seaworld-fun-1.500583869 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/qy97u8rk/fwadupdated.avif The camp combines education and entertainment, with children exploring a different attraction each day. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T13:23:46.987+04:00 Yas Island Summer Camp returns with Ferrari World, SeaWorld fun Travel https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/so-proud-of-you-leo-shakira-cheers-as-messi-becomes-world-cup-all-time-top-scorer-with-17th-goal-1.500583846 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/vjrx9t6y/Untitled-design-4.jpg For Messi, the record is just the latest line in a career. His first strike in the match took him beyond Germany’s Miroslav Klose at 16 World Cup goals, before he extended the tally to 18 with his late finish. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T13:12:57.279+04:00 ‘So proud of you, Leo’: Shakira cheers as Messi becomes World Cup all-time top scorer with 17th goal World Cup, Sport, Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/dubai-holding-community-management-partners-with-refarm-to-launch-sea-to-soil-1.500583849 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/u1n8cdjj/Image-DHCM-Partners-with-ReFarm-to-Launch-“Sea-to-Soil”-a-First-of-Its-Kind-Circular-Sustainability-Initiative.jpg Francis Giani, Chief Executive Officer at Dubai Holding Community Management, and Oliver Christof, Chief Executive Officer of ReFarm sign the agreement Gulf News en 2026-06-23T13:06:41.713+04:00 Dubai Holding Community Management partners with ReFarm to launch Sea to Soil Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/emirates-named-best-airline-worldwide-at-2026-business-traveller-middle-east-awards-1.500583824 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/tron4x86/1920emirates-clinches-three-awards-at-2026btmeawards-2.jpg Emirates' First Class product, which received the top award, includes enclosed private suites, dine-on-demand service and amenities available on the Airbus A380. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/p8fzjtyt/1920emirates-clinches-three-awards-at-2026btmeawards-1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T12:59:00.373+04:00 Emirates named Best Airline Worldwide at 2026 Business Traveller Middle East Awards Aviation, Dubai, Emirates airline https://gulfnews.com/world/thousands-take-part-in-one-of-the-worlds-largest-kite-festivals-on-north-sea-coast-1.500583829 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/p6kw3de2/asdasd.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T12:58:42.341+04:00 Thousands take part in one of the world's largest kite festivals on North Sea coast World, news-photos https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/ask-us/etihad-rail-start-date-revealed-everything-you-need-to-know-before-the-launch-1.500583777 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-19/jad5h5v9/EtihadRail Etihad Rail, the UAE’s national railway network, extends over 900km, and its passenger services, set to launch this year, will link major cities and regions across the country while significantly cutting travel times. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/hqk5qvem/ETIHAD-1166.jpg Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed inaugurates the passenger train station in Mohammed bin Zayed City in Abu Dhabi, and His Highness witnesses the announcement of the passenger transport railway line network, where the preliminary operation phase for train services launches between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah stations starting from June 30 of this month, in a journey that takes one hour and 45 minutes https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/xygqz6sb/20260622HHCPinaugurates-MBZ-City-Passenger-Train-Station33-0-2064-0-0.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/r9xwnl7j/20260622HHCPinaugurates-MBZ-City-Passenger-Train-Station31-0-2064-0-0.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T12:42:47.504+04:00 Etihad Rail start date revealed: Everything you need to know before the launch Living-Ask-Us, UAE, Etihad Rail https://gulfnews.com/technology/can-doomscrolling-be-stopped-before-it-starts-how-mivo-app-targets-autopilot-scrolling-habits-1.500583761 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/ejkep36d/Social_media_17d66c30a9f_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T12:26:05.312+04:00 Can doomscrolling be stopped before it starts? How Mivo app targets autopilot scrolling habits Technology, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/mouni-roy-shrugs-off-backlash-for-playing-varun-dhawans-fake-mother-at-40-i-knew-what-i-had-done-1.500583715 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/py091ka1/mouni3.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T11:42:10.648+04:00 Mouni Roy shrugs off backlash for playing Varun Dhawan's fake mother at 40: 'I knew what I had done' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-vows-to-keep-control-of-hormuz-as-us-talks-end-in-switzerland-1.500583722 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/hwdrplb9/ANI_20260622082558.jpg The meeting room at the Bürgenstock resort overlooking Lake Lucerne in Obbürgen, near Lucerne, Switzerland. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T11:41:39.055+04:00 Iran vows to keep control of Hormuz as US talks end in Switzerland Mena, Iran, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/the-world-cup-has-gone-pink-why-neon-boots-are-everywhere-at-the-fifa-2026-1.500583640 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/dppikvu5/newsml_afp_com_20260617T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282106693.jpeg Dominik Livakovic #1 in pink, during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L match between England and Croatia at Dallas Stadium on June 17, 2026 in Arlington, Texas. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/lzn5o9gu/newsml_afp_com_20260623T011310Z_doc_b7xt7ab.jpeg France's forward #10 Kylian Mbappe wearing pink. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T11:11:49.105+04:00 The World Cup has gone pink: Why neon boots are everywhere at the FIFA 2026 World Cup, Sport, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/sanjeev-kapoor-says-he-turned-down-masterchef-india-because-he-wanted-rs1-more-than-akshay-kumar-1.500583683 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/xsm5pjfs/20260623105843.jpg.jpeg When MasterChef India launched its first season back in 2010, it seemed like a no-brainer to have Sanjeev Kapoor on the judging panel. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-04-24/xyi0v24c/202504243386216.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/a7qnuesb/akshaykumar7591.jpg.webp Gulf News en 2026-06-23T11:08:42.643+04:00 Sanjeev Kapoor says he turned down MasterChef India because he wanted Rs1 more than Akshay Kumar Entertainment, TV, bollywood https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/etihad-rail-announces-start-date-of-passenger-services-1.500583696 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/fuy5qxu6/20260622HHCPinaugurates-MBZ-City-Passenger-Train-Station21-0-2064-0-0.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/5liwkut9/20260622HHCPinaugurates-MBZ-City-Passenger-Train-Station22-0-2064-0-0.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/62ytxkga/20260622HHCPinaugurates-MBZ-City-Passenger-Train-Station13-0-2064-0-0.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/avxdxfbh/20260622HHCPinaugurates-MBZ-City-Passenger-Train-Station19-0-2064-0-0.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/38r70g1q/20260622HHCPinaugurates-MBZ-City-Passenger-Train-Station30-0-2064-0-0.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/xygqz6sb/20260622HHCPinaugurates-MBZ-City-Passenger-Train-Station33-0-2064-0-0.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/r9xwnl7j/20260622HHCPinaugurates-MBZ-City-Passenger-Train-Station31-0-2064-0-0.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/soxhbj2i/20260622HHCPinaugurates-MBZ-City-Passenger-Train-Station7-0-2064-0-0.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/566h29so/20260622HHCPinaugurates-MBZ-City-Passenger-Train-Station8-0-2064-0-0.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/u1tnzdi6/20260622HHCPinaugurates-MBZ-City-Passenger-Train-Station29-0-2064-0-0.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T11:06:27.328+04:00 Etihad Rail announces start date of passenger services, reveals fare details Transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/mindset-switch-and-war-planning-as-gulf-news-awarded-for-conflict-coverage-1.500583569 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/3d9qhyio/Emirati-Media-Forum Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed during his attendance at the main session of the Emirates Media Forum, which hosted Sheikh Abdullah bin Mohammed Al Hamed, Chairman of the National Media Office, and the forum featured sessions with the participation of Dr. Ali Rashid Al Nuaimi, Chairman of the Defense, Interior, and Foreign Affairs Committee in the Federal National Council, and Mohammed Alabbar, founder of Emaar and Noon and Chairman of Eagle Hills, and Major General Pilot Abdul Nasser Al Hamidi, the official spokesperson for the Ministry of Defense. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T11:01:07.952+04:00 Mindset-switch and war planning as Gulf News awarded for conflict coverage UAE, Opinion, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/business/property/dubai-launches-flexi-rents-initiative-to-ease-tenant-payment-burden-1.500583691 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/fp9v313e/images.jpg The initiative is designed to improve housing stability and enhance residents’ quality of life. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/w1p6ndtr/DLD.jpg Participants of the 'Flexi Rent' initiative launched by the DLD on Tuesday in Dubai. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T10:59:08.837+04:00 Dubai launches ‘Flexi Rents’ initiative to ease tenant payment burden Property, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/tacloban-school-shooting-planned-for-weeks-guns-traced-to-police-officer-and-security-agency-1.500583669 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/sf8q6j0d/Teen-suspects.jpg The two junior high school students suspected of involvement in the shooting at San Jose National High School in Tacloban City, Philippines were taken into custody on Monday, June 22, 2026, according to Police Regional Office 8. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T10:55:44.228+04:00 Philippine school shooting 'planned for weeks' — guns traced to police officer and security agency Philippines https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/dubai-gold-price-drops-below-dh500-after-dh46-fall-this-month-1.500583668 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/mnus7tex/Stock___Dubai_Gold_17a1d91a30a_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T10:55:10.290+04:00 Dubai gold price drops below Dh500 after Dh46 fall this month Retail, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/uae/trust-the-process-bangladeshi-photographer-celebrates-dh25000-big-ticket-win-1.500583666 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/uhye9899/Mohammed-Nasim-Jalal.jpeg Mohammed Nasim Gulf News en 2026-06-23T10:52:05.486+04:00 'Trust the process': Bangladeshi photographer celebrates Dh25,000 Big Ticket win UAE, Big Ticket https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/four-days-of-cloud-build-up-and-scattered-rain-forecast-across-parts-of-uae-1.500583106 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/w03v32r0/Rain The unsettled conditions are forecast to continue through Wednesday and Thursday, with the highest probability of afternoon cloud build-up and rainfall focused on eastern areas. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T10:15:17.539+04:00 Four days of cloud build-up and scattered rain forecast across parts of UAE Weather, UAE weather https://gulfnews.com/technology/telegram-restored-on-google-play-store-in-india-after-week-long-government-block-1.500583635 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-19/ov0qzrvb/202606193830609.jpg India lifts temporary Telegram block after exam cheating crackdown ends. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T10:09:50.961+04:00 Telegram restored on Google Play Store in India after week-long government block Technology, India https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-based-indian-expat-wins-dh25000-with-birthday-inspired-big-ticket-number-1.500583629 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/jx1qlvfh/Vijay-Menezes.jpeg Vijay Menezes Gulf News en 2026-06-23T10:07:45.534+04:00 Dubai-based Indian expat wins Dh25,000 with birthday-inspired Big Ticket number UAE, Big Ticket https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/are-hydration-breaks-hurting-fifa-world-cup-2026-momentum-why-fans-and-coaches-are-divided-over-safety-rule-1.500583578 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-20/7t6x2g52/newsml_afp_com_20260620T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282513432.jpeg Graham Potter, Head Coach of Sweden, speaks to players at the hydration break during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F match between Netherlands and Sweden at Houston Stadium on June 20, 2026 in Houston, Texas. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/gegg1wen/newsml_afp_com_20260622T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282821978.jpeg Didier Deschamps, Head Coach of France, speaks with Manu Kone #6 during a hydration break in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group I match between France and Iraq at Philadelphia Stadium on June 22, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T09:37:55.684+04:00 Why are fans frustrated with World Cup hydration breaks? The FIFA 2026 debate explained World Cup, Sport https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/world-cup-2026-jordan-eliminated-after-heartbreaking-2-1-loss-to-algeria-1.500583588 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/qfh2zadf/4.jpg Players of Algeria react after the World Cup Group J soccer match against Jordan in Santa Clara, Calif., Gulf News en 2026-06-23T09:32:43.681+04:00 World Cup 2026: Jordan eliminated after heartbreaking 2-1 loss to Algeria World Cup, Football, Sport https://gulfnews.com/uae/i-kept-drawing-eyes-how-dubai-teens-pandemic-hobby-became-award-winning-art-in-the-gcc-and-beyond-1.500582773 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/f9me6fmd/Untitled-design-2.jpg Left: Nikita Neogy with her mother, Lisa Chatterjee. Right: Her artwork, The Last Spark https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/gzf9src9/GCC.jpg Nikita Neogy's painting Gulf News en 2026-06-23T09:00:00.000+04:00 'I kept drawing eyes': How Dubai teen’s pandemic hobby became award-winning art in the GCC and beyond UAE, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/haalands-world-cup-rampage-continues-norway-beat-senegal-3-2-to-reach-knockout-stage-1.500583555 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/pzveh096/newsml_afp_com_20260623T003642Z_doc_b7xr9el.jpeg Norway's forward #09 Erling Braut Haaland and Senegal's defender #19 Moussa Niakhate fight for the ball during the 2026 World Cup Group I football match between Norway and Senegal at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on June 22, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T08:58:15.940+04:00 Haaland's World Cup rampage continues: Norway beat Senegal 3-2 to reach knockout stage World Cup https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/off-campus-stars-mika-abdalla-and-josh-heuston-dating-rumours-grow-as-fans-piece-together-paris-sightings-1.500583552 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/f5ba0dfb/Untitled-design-3.jpg Mika Abdalla and Josh Heuston are rumoured to be dating. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T08:43:17.881+04:00 Off Campus stars Mika Abdalla and Josh Heuston dating rumours grow as fans piece together Paris sightings Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/17ac0co-gcc-secretary-general-emphasises-regional-security-1.500583459 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/wqd0n4ve/gulfnews2026-05-280ucwox9u794044l41ka17gopo.avif Gulf News en 2026-06-23T08:42:53.324+04:00 GCC Secretary-General emphasises regional security, de-escalation efforts Gulf, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/did-samay-rainas-us-visa-get-revoked-over-donald-trump-roast-in-indias-got-latent-show-with-alia-bhatt-viral-claims-decoded-1.500583561 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/dcbs8v0v/202604303770638.jpg Samay Raina https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/glq1gluv/ANI_20260622051011.jpg Alia Bhatt (L) Comedian Samay Raina (R) (Photos/instagram/@aliaabhatt@maisamayhoon) Gulf News en 2026-06-23T08:42:28.097+04:00 Did Samay Raina's US visa get revoked over Donald Trump roast in India's Got Latent show with Alia Bhatt? Viral claims decoded Entertainment, Americas, India, BollyWood, bollywood, Donald Trump, india, America, americas https://gulfnews.com/technology/apple-tesla-trade-secrets-leaked-will-it-affect-iphone-and-tesla-production-1.500583523 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/s216rsf7/Tesla-Apple.jpg A cyber ransomware group calling itself World Leaks has attacked Tata Electronics, reportedly affecting both Apple and Tesla. More than 200,000 files totaling over 630 gigabytes containing alleged trade secrets of the two US tech giants were dumped into the "dark web", according to cybersecurity researchers who reviewed the material. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T08:40:21.163+04:00 Apple, Tesla trade secrets 'leaked': Will it affect iPhones and Tesla EVs? Technology https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/why-was-madonnas-biopic-shelved-maybe-they-didnt-believe-in-me-says-singer-on-universal-fallout-1.500583539 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/n95826gz/ANI_20260619072219.jpg Madonna confirmed that creative and financial disagreements with the studio brought the film to a halt. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T08:18:57.645+04:00 Why was Madonna’s biopic shelved? 'Maybe they didn't believe in me,' says singer on Universal fallout Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/friday/trudoc-marks-15-years-of-operations-reports-25m-lives-served-across-seven-markets-1.500583540 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/0kt5wphu/TruDoc.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T08:15:46.746+04:00 TruDoc marks 15 years of operations, reports 2.5M lives served across seven markets Friday, Friday https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/gun-taken-from-police-officer-aunt-used-in-deadly-philippines-school-shooting-1.500583524 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/dwg1hlgh/newsml_afp_com_20260622T082309Z_doc_b7ul8cq.jpeg People stand next to the entrance gate of San Jose National High School after a shooting incident in Tacloban City, Leyte province on June 22, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T08:12:27.340+04:00 Gun taken from police officer aunt used in deadly Philippines school shooting Philippines https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bts-jungkook-bluntly-shuts-down-user-for-mocking-his-anime-knowledge-who-are-you-to-say-that-1.500583509 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-03-17/he8al2v3/jungkook.jpg BTS' Jungkook responded to a user on Instagram. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T07:50:11.021+04:00 BTS’ Jungkook bluntly shuts down user for mocking his anime knowledge: 'Who are you to say that?' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dubai-sharjah-traffic-major-delays-and-crashes-on-key-roads-1.500583511 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/n8gucz3i/gulfnews2026-02-12h90geoevWhatsApp-Image-2026-02-12-at-7.52.34-AM.avif For illustrative purposes only Gulf News en 2026-06-23T07:49:25.923+04:00 Dubai-Sharjah traffic: Major delays and crashes on key roads Transport, Dubai, Sharjah, Dubai Police https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-talks-move-to-technical-phase-as-lebanon-fighting-tests-peace-push-1.500582257 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/0w7ui4dw/Tehran.jpg Cars and motorbikes drive past billboards showing Iran’s new Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei (L) and his late father Ali Khamenei (R), with the slogan “Thank you, loyal Iran,” erected along the highway leading to Rafic Hariri International Airport in Beirut on June 22, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/qis3g6z1/newsml_afp_com_20260622T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282810309.jpeg President Donald Trump delivers remarks before signing an executive order in the Oval Office of the White House on June 22, 2026 in Washington, DC. President Trump signed two orders on quantum computing. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/nileleap/PM.jpg Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi (L) shakes hands with Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif ahead of a quadrilateral meeting between the United States, Iran, Pakistan and Qatar at the Burgenstock luxury hotel complex overlooking Lake Lucerne, Switzerland, on June 21, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/vq4x48er/newsml_afp_com_20260622T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282810163.jpeg President Donald Trump prepares to sign an executive order in the Oval Office of the White House on June 22, 2026 in Washington, DC. President Trump signed two orders on quantum computing. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T07:10:24.647+04:00 US–Iran talks: Vance says ‘great progress’ as final deal nears; Rubio heads to Middle East Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/business/beyond-dispute-why-the-uae-remains-a-global-crypto-stronghold-1.500572076 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/476e1737/Mark-Davis-pic-2.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/q5xqmtcn/Max_Davis_1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T07:00:00.000+04:00 Beyond dispute: Why the UAE remains a global crypto stronghold Business, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/3-ultimate-kits-for-this-summer-and-the-game-season-1.500578799 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-18/fyu9abfi/Game-On-Breathe-EasyBlog-KVMain.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-18/49j4agv1/Game-On-Breathe-EasyBlog-KVLevoit-Core-600s.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-18/ugp8zlcg/Game-On-Breathe-EasyBlog-KVLevoit-Smart-Pedestal-Fan.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-18/lty7dy7y/Game-On-Breathe-EasyBlog-KVLevoit-Vacuum.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T07:00:00.000+04:00 3 ultimate kits for this summer and the game season Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/emirates-hiring-surge-new-job-vacancies-open-across-asia-europe-and-uae-eligibility-and-how-to-apply-1.500583367 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/uy7ks4io/HKm8xciW0AAz2nR.jpg Recruitment events scheduled in July and August as airline seeks skilled aviation professionals https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/05/16/Emirates-cabin-crew-_18f8107c412_large.jpg Benefits of working at Emirates include extending paid maternity leave from 60 to 90 days. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T06:26:39.638+04:00 Emirates hiring surge: New job vacancies open across Asia, Europe and UAE — eligibility and how to apply Aviation, UAE, UAE jobs, UAE job offer, india, Emirates airline https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-forecast-rain-blowing-dust-and-cooler-conditions-through-weekend-1.500583464 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-11/1lrypadi/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-11-at-12.17.46-PM.jpeg Fair to partly cloudy conditions would prevail across much of the country through Sunday, with convective cloud formation likely over eastern and southern areas during the afternoons, bringing a chance of rainfall. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T06:15:16.527+04:00 UAE weather forecast: Rain, blowing dust and cooler conditions through weekend Weather, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/ronaldos-legacy-at-stake-as-kane-able-to-dream-big-1.500583240 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/kfwaqz9i/POR_VS_DR_CONGO_3.JPG Kane’s rise threatens to eclipse Ronaldo’s enduring legacy on the big stage Gulf News en 2026-06-23T06:00:00.000+04:00 Ronaldo’s legacy at stake as Kane able to dream big World Cup, Cristiano Ronaldo, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-children-react-to-under-15-social-media-ban-no-tiktok-more-time-for-play-sports-and-friends-1.500583321 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/5vsm3x3b/Untitled-design-4.jpg Left: 14-year-old Rachel Ann Lewis from Dubai, Right: Henry Pomroy, 12-year-old, born and raised in Dubai. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/5zdmd7y7/myra3.jpeg 15-year-old Dubai-based Myra Prasad sees the upside of the ban, too. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/lpl5gfd5/eshal.jpeg Eshal Rather: "It can be negative in many ways, since now under 15’s would not really stay up to date with the different events going around the world especially right now and, won’t really have many forms of communication with friends and some family..." https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/g5pcqrqr/kids.jpeg Jola Chudy and Henry Pomroy https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/hczkxjvw/joanna3.jpeg Joanna Lobo: The new rules may feel like a major adjustment for her age group. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/q5ldw24f/ameerah.jpeg Ameerah Bilal Arif: "I mostly use Zoom to video call my cousins and friends." Gulf News en 2026-06-23T06:00:00.000+04:00 UAE children react to under-15 social media ban: No TikTok? More time for play, sports and friends UAE, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/amnesty-slams-eu-migration-cooperation-with-racist-libya-1.500583415 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-15/fapylbb1/newsml_afp_com_20260615T153004Z_doc_b76u3qr.jpeg Libya's Tripoli-based Government of National Unity (GNU) Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbeibah receives Niger's Prime Minister Ali Mahamane Lamine Zeine at the former's headquarters in Tripoli on June 15, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T05:57:10.076+04:00 Amnesty slams EU migration cooperation with 'racist' Libya Africa https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-criticises-uks-starmer-after-resignation-announcement-1.500583393 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-22/k2pdwh5f/Trump-Starmer-Kaja-Kallas.jpg Resigned UK PM Keir Starmer and US President Donald Trump. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T05:18:43.392+04:00 Trump criticises UK's Starmer after resignation announcement Americas, Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/im-out-tucker-carlson-says-hell-no-longer-support-the-republican-party-1.500583411 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/fh254bn2/preview.jpg FILE - Tucker Carlson attends a meeting with President Donald Trump and oil executives in the East Room of the White House, Jan. 9, 2026, in Washington. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T05:12:46.458+04:00 'I'm out' — Tucker Carlson says he'll no longer support the Republican Party Tucker Carlson Republican Party Podcast Support https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/kylian-mbappe-scores-2-goals-to-lead-france-to-3-0-win-over-iraq-and-into-world-cup-knockout-stage-1.500583442 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-23/ataf6cw6/preview.jpg France's Kylian Mbappe (10) celebrates after scoring his team's first goal during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek) Gulf News en 2026-06-23T05:08:00.672+04:00 Kylian Mbappe scores 2 goals to lead France to 3-0 win over Iraq and into World Cup knockout stage world cup iraq france score weather rain delay mbappe https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/beyond-points-and-discounts-how-regional-brands-are-building-emotional-loyalty-1.500579100 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-19/cvr4o0ur/OPN-Beyond-points-and-discounts-Read-Only.jpg Traditional loyalty programmes rewarded spending, while modern loyalty increasingly rewards participation, engagement, and lifestyle alignment. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T05:03:00.000+04:00 Beyond points and discounts: How regional brands are building emotional loyalty Op-Eds, Lifestyle, UAE businesses https://gulfnews.com/auto/news/us-auto-regulator-opens-special-probe-after-a-tesla-slams-into-a-texas-home-killing-a-76-year-old-1.500583421 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/d025k3s4/preview.jpg FILE - Tesla vehicles line a parking lot at the company's Fremont, Calif., factory on Aug. 5, 2025. (AP Photo/Noah Berger, File) Gulf News en 2026-06-23T05:00:21.444+04:00 US auto regulator opens special probe after a Tesla slams into a Texas home, killing a 76-year-old tesla selfdriving robotaxis crash investigation musk https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uae-summer-travel-airfares-jump-30-40-as-holidaymakers-change-plans-1.500583097 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/gt15ng33/Stock___Dubai_Airport_17de694ae6a_original_ratio.jpg Passengers at Dubai International Airport as UAE residents prepare for summer travel amid higher airfares and changing holiday preferences. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-02-27/cbdag8rb/Dubai-International-Airport UAE travellers are adapting their summer holiday plans as rising airfares push some towards earlier bookings, shorter trips and alternative destinations. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T05:00:00.000+04:00 UAE summer travel: Airfares jump 30-40% as holidaymakers change plans Aviation, Travel, UAE Travel, Dubai Airport https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/two-children-die-in-france-as-heatwave-toasts-europe-1.500582646 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/jsnhabz0/FRANCE_5_1660227027286_1828d3e0176_original_ratio.jpg Volunteer farmers help to fight against flames at a wildfire near Belin-Beliet, southwestern France. Wildfires have broken out across Europe this summer as successive heatwaves bake the continent, bring record temperatures and renew focus on climate change risks to industry and livelihoods. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-30/7cle7978/EUROPE_BRACED_FOR__DANGEROUS__HEATWAVE_16b9a0d9bdc_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T04:51:53.890+04:00 Two children die in France as heatwave toasts Europe Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-threatens-to-not-help-nato-countries-if-asked-1.500583397 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-08/25wvbfu0/preview.jpg FILE - President Donald Trump meets with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in the Oval Office of the White House, Oct. 22, 2025, in Washington. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T04:47:13.880+04:00 Trump threatens to not help NATO countries if asked Americas, Europe https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/a-black-jaguar-oracle-in-rio-de-janeiro-sniffs-brazil-to-beat-scotland-in-group-c-challenge-1.500583431 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/xgj0127m/newsml_afp_com_20260622T132829Z_doc_b7vu46t.jpeg A female melanistic jaguar (Panthera onca) named Poty predicts the results of the FIFA World Cup match between Brazil and Scotland, at BioParque Zoo in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on June 22, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T04:42:28.371+04:00 A black jaguar oracle in Rio de Janeiro sniffs Brazil to beat Scotland in Group C challenge brazil jaguar world cup predictions https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/england-can-beat-any-opponent-at-world-cup-says-rice-1.500583430 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-18/y6m7s228/newsml_afp_com_20260617T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282138268.jpeg Declan Rice #4 of England is challenged by Petar Sucic #17 and Marco Pasalic #24 of Croatia during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L match between England and Croatia at Dallas Stadium on June 17, 2026 in Dallas, Texas. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T04:36:30.463+04:00 England 'can beat any opponent' at World Cup, says Rice World Cup https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/lebanons-aoun-discusses-deconfliction-israel-truce-with-senior-us-qatari-officials-1.500582675 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-12-20/signy3tt/20241002_south_lebanon_19251fcfcda_original_ratio.jpg Smoke clouds erupt during an Israeli airstrike on Khiam in southern Lebanon near the border with Israel. File photo Gulf News en 2026-06-23T04:30:11.105+04:00 Lebanon's Aoun discusses 'deconfliction', Israel truce with senior US, Qatari officials Mena https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/kylian-mbappé-of-france-scores-his-15th-world-cup-goal-tying-for-3rd-most-in-history-1.500583401 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/fniyo2fo/preview.jpg France's Kylian Mbappe (10) celebrates after scoring his team's first goal during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T04:17:08.289+04:00 Kylian Mbappé of France scores his 15th World Cup goal, tying for 3rd most in history world cup kylian mbappe goals france https://gulfnews.com/business/uae-tax-system-adopts-proactive-smart-solutions-to-serve-society-1.500583418 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/05/29/Stock-Accounting_18fc2dcf451_large.jpg The UAE continues to strengthen a transparent and efficient tax system that protects rights, promotes fair competition, and reinforces the country’s position as a leading global financial hub. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T04:04:24.340+04:00 UAE tax system adopts proactive, smart solutions to serve society Business https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/petrofacs-fall-how-a-dh275-billion-giant-ended-with-uae-staff-taking-70-dues-1.500582905 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-31/eb3eofb3/PETROFAC-2.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-25/0b4atmhp/Stock-Petrofac https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-31/7foelgja/Petrofac https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-25/pdbn82gi/Stock-Petrofac https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-25/o8sufbff/Stock-Petrofac https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/09/26/Petrofac_17c215ee173_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-23T04:00:00.000+04:00 Petrofac’s fall: How a Dh27.5 billion giant ended with UAE staff taking 70% dues Energy https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-rejects-vances-claims-of-tehran-allowing-nuclear-inspectors-says-interactions-with-iaea-based-on-safeguards-1.500583410 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/vjjqcor3/ANI_20260622222210.jpg Esmail Baqaei, Spokesman for the Iran Gulf News en 2026-06-23T03:56:36.593+04:00 Iran rejects Vance's claims of Tehran allowing nuclear inspectors, says interactions with IAEA based on 'safeguards' Mena https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/brent-crude-slides-to-7790-russian-urals-down-to-6119-1.500583428 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/tdkgbesl/Saudi_oil_Aramco_refinery_1740758cac7_original_ratio.jpg Oil prices were mixed, with West Texas Intermediate down early on Tuesday (June 23, 2026), and Brent crude down $2.67 to $77.90. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/03lhnjg6/Screenshot-2026-06-23-at-6.59.21-AM.png Gulf News en 2026-06-23T03:50:28.383+04:00 Brent crude slides to $77.90, Russian Urals down to $61.19 Energy https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/shooting-in-montreal-canada-leaves-three-dead-including-suspect-1.500583351 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-11/cohoi44n/canada-school-shooting.jpeg A shooting incident in Montreal, Canada on Monday left three people dead. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T03:42:40.885+04:00 Shooting in Montreal, Canada leaves three dead including suspect Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/why-the-sun-can-still-disrupt-satellites-gps-power-grids-even-after-reaching-solar-maximum-1.500583084 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/06/05/Gulf-News-Solar-Storm-coronal-mass-ejection--CME-_18fe7ccf9ac_large.jpg Illustrative image. When the CMEs (coronal mass ejection) slam into Earth's magnetosphere, they can create powerful geomagnetic storms that affect spacecraft (electronic gadgets in orbit) or on earth. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-19/scm524rp/155780_01_02_18f668f690e_original_ratio.jpg Northern lights illuminate the night sky over Vienna during a geomagnetic storm. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T03:22:00.000+04:00 'Solar maximum': Why the Sun can disrupt satellites, GPS, power grids World https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/ceasefire-between-israel-and-hezbollah-appears-to-be-holding-1.500583419 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/05/19/Hezbollah-1558262170372_16acfa9c307_large.jpg Hezbollah militants march in a parade in a file photo. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T03:14:38.567+04:00 Ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah appears to be holding Mena https://gulfnews.com/auto/news/byd-quietly-raises-prices-in-the-philippines-as-demand-shoots-up-1.500582470 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-29/11y86n8v/Screenshot-2026-05-29-at-3.35.18-PM.png A BYD EV at a charging station in Bicol, south of Manila, Philippines. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T03:10:52.892+04:00 BYD quietly raises prices in the Philippines as demand shoots up Auto News https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/france-iraq-world-cup-game-suspended-due-to-severe-weather-alert-1.500583404 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/rb3avt47/newsml_afp_com_20260622T223305Z_doc_b7xm3qz.jpeg A photographer wears a raincoat as the 2026 World Cup Group I football match between France and Iraq is suspended due adverse weather at the Philadelphia Stadium in Philadelphia on June 22, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T02:43:54.170+04:00 France-Iraq World Cup game suspended due to severe weather alert World Cup https://gulfnews.com/opinion/why-hormuz-blockade-gives-washington-crucial-leverage-as-the-us-and-iran-race-to-strike-a-60-day-peace-deal-what-international-law-says-1.500583130 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-11/m4fzunlm/preview.jpg There is no provision under the International Law (International Convention on the Law of the Sea, UNCLOS) allowing a coastal state like Iran to charge for passage through a natural waterway, impose a "toll" or a "service fee", say legal experts. The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) has stated that Iran’s “management” narrative over Hormuz is "coercive signaling", not legal authority under international law. Gulf News en 2026-06-23T02:32:00.000+04:00 Why Hormuz blockade gives Washington crucial leverage as the US and Iran race to strike a 60-day peace deal: What international law says Opinion, Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/us-temporarily-suspends-iran-oil-sanctions-says-nuclear-inspectors-to-return-1.500582647 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/1sy1p7id/ANI_20260622142852.jpg A satellite image shows an oil terminal at Kharg Island, Iran (Photo/Reuters) Gulf News en 2026-06-23T02:31:20.129+04:00 US temporarily suspends Iran oil sanctions, says nuclear inspectors to return Energy, Mena https://gulfnews.com/uae/sharjah-issues-strict-new-law-regulating-drone-operations-1.500583387 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/01/23/drone_sighting_resources1_16a31074cd5_large.jpg New framework mandates licensing, registration and strict airspace controls Gulf News en 2026-06-23T00:48:16.644+04:00 Sharjah issues strict new law regulating drone operations UAE, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/business/abu-dhabi-healthcare-group-burjeel-launches-15b-funding-plan-as-it-targets-expansion-1.500583364 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/k35zkpf6/Burjeel_Medical_City_182cf4e0095_original_ratio.jpg Burjeel taps London Sukuk market to diversify funding for specialist healthcare Gulf News en 2026-06-22T23:46:12.103+04:00 Abu Dhabi healthcare group Burjeel launches $1.5b funding plan as it targets expansion Business, Health, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-to-allow-12-commercial-and-leisure-activities-in-public-parks-1.500583338 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/2tb6p5a5/KSA Parks covering 5,000 square metres or more would be eligible to host men's and women's fitness centres, entertainment venues, childcare facilities. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T23:26:13.336+04:00 Saudi Arabia to allow 12 commercial and leisure activities in public parks Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/technology/tata-electronics-breach-how-serious-is-the-alleged-apple-tesla-data-leak-1.500583341 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/4m7pye3x/Ggr9XMQWoAAp7CM.jpg Ransomware leak tests Tata’s role in Apple, Tesla supply chains Gulf News en 2026-06-22T23:11:17.574+04:00 Tata Electronics breach: How serious is the alleged Apple, Tesla data leak? Technology, India, technology, cybercrime https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/rafid-roadside-assistance-doubles-fleet-surpasses-170000-services-1.500583331 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/lddanqxh/Rafid Rafid provides cargo insurance coverage during vehicle transportation operations. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T22:40:39.425+04:00 Rafid roadside assistance doubles fleet, surpasses 170,000 services Transport, Sharjah, transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dubai-it-initiative-highlights-emirates-pioneering-role-in-global-innovation-mattar-al-tayer-1.500583260 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/hbvhmm5j/ci504tws1ka1kmvpo.jpg RTA chief says Dubai-it reflects leadership’s action-driven, future-focused ethos Gulf News en 2026-06-22T22:20:01.776+04:00 'Dubai-it' initiative highlights emirate’s pioneering role in global innovation: Mattar Al Tayer Transport, RTA https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/messi-sets-unwanted-world-cup-penalty-record-before-making-history-1.500583305 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/f00ib2at/newsml_afp_com_20260622T171613Z_doc_b7wv4pv.jpeg Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi reacts after missing a penalty kick during the 2026 World Cup Group J football match between Argentina and Austria at the Dallas Stadium in Arlington on June 22, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/f00ib2at/newsml_afp_com_20260622T171613Z_doc_b7wv4pv.jpeg Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi reacts after missing a penalty kick during the 2026 World Cup Group J football match between Argentina and Austria at the Dallas Stadium in Arlington on June 22, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T22:09:50.860+04:00 Messi sets unwanted World Cup penalty record before making history World Cup, football https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/messi-sets-world-cup-scoring-record-with-17th-goal-surpassing-all-time-legends-1.500583271 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/39rdvryj/newsml_afp_com_20260622T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282792224.jpeg Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina celebrates after scoring his team's first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J match between Argentina and Austria at Dallas Stadium on June 22, 2026 in Arlington, Texas. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/a5oxrvdj/newsml_afp_com_20260622T171723Z_doc_b7wv4q2.jpeg Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi reacts after missing a penalty kick during the 2026 World Cup Group J football match between Argentina and Austria at the Dallas Stadium in Arlington on June 22, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/kjnpbjjc/newsml_afp_com_20260622T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282788381.jpeg Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina reacts after missing the penalty kick during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J match between Argentina and Austria at Dallas Stadium on June 22, 2026 in Arlington, Texas. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/p3znes53/newsml_afp_com_20260622T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282787798.jpeg Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina reacts after missing the penalty kick during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J match between Argentina and Austria at Dallas Stadium on June 22, 2026 in Arlington, Texas. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/523fkd7x/newsml_afp_com_20260622T175549Z_doc_b7x26g3.jpeg Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi (2nd R) celebrates with teammates after scoring the opening goal during the 2026 World Cup Group J football match between Argentina and Austria at the Dallas Stadium in Arlington on June 22, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/umyb6egh/newsml_afp_com_20260622T175446Z_doc_b7x22m9.jpeg Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi (2dnR) and teammates celebrate at half-time of the 2026 World Cup Group J football match between Argentina and Austria at the Dallas Stadium in Arlington on June 22, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/1l9jviea/newsml_afp_com_20260622T175359Z_doc_b7wz2ad.jpeg Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi (R) reacts after scoring the opening goal during the 2026 World Cup Group J football match between Argentina and Austria at the Dallas Stadium in Arlington on June 22, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/29jmhiaw/newsml_afp_com_20260622T175128Z_doc_b7wz2bp.jpeg Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi (C) celebrates with teammates after scoring the opening goal during the 2026 World Cup Group J football match between Argentina and Austria at the Dallas Stadium in Arlington on June 22, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/8iac8ik8/newsml_afp_com_20260622T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282792475.jpeg Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina celebrates with teammates after scoring his team's first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J match between Argentina and Austria at Dallas Stadium on June 22, 2026 in Arlington, Texas. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/psa6o6pa/newsml_afp_com_20260622T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282792309.jpeg Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina celebrates with teammates after scoring his team's first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J match between Argentina and Austria at Dallas Stadium on June 22, 2026 in Arlington, Texas. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T21:46:02.716+04:00 Messi sets World Cup scoring record with 17th goal, surpassing all-time legends World Cup, Lionel Messi, FIFA World Cup, Argentina national football team https://gulfnews.com/uae/new-uae-partnership-targets-stronger-anti-money-laundering-enforcement-1.500583231 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/xquu7vqc/23c04tmm1ka1ermpo.jpg UAE partners to train DNFBPs in compliance, risk assessment and due diligence Gulf News en 2026-06-22T21:41:46.417+04:00 New UAE partnership targets stronger anti-money laundering enforcement UAE, UAE, crime https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/former-wimbledon-champion-vondrousova-suspended-for-4-years-for-refusing-doping-test-1.500583178 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/qumcqm0x/F0wz4ZQacAI1flQ.jpg Former Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova handed a four-year ban for refusing anti-doping test. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T20:25:49.682+04:00 Former Wimbledon champion Vondrousova suspended for 4 years for refusing doping test Tennis, Tennis https://gulfnews.com/sport/irans-peace-plea-after-goalless-draw-with-belgium-1.500583176 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/ffouj1rw/newsml_afp_com_20260621T192912Z_doc_b7tn4n6.jpeg Iran left a note in the dressing room following their draw to Belgium https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/i01clqys/note.webp The Iranian national team wish for peace among all nations https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/ckxynocz/newsml_afp_com_20260621T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282664589.jpeg Iran battled hard for a draw against Belgium Gulf News en 2026-06-22T20:23:25.604+04:00 Iran's peace plea after goalless draw with Belgium Sport, World Cup, FIFA World Cup, Iran https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/music/clive-davis-dies-at-94-legendary-music-mogul-who-shaped-whitney-houston-santana-and-alicia-keys-1.500583175 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/dt6lwo9j/newsml_afp_com_20260622T160116Z_doc_b7wm2t6.jpeg Legendary US record producer Clive Davis speaks during the Recording Academy and Clive Davis' Salute To Industry Icons pre-Grammy gala at the Beverly Hilton hotel in Beverly Hills, California on January 31, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T20:22:18.892+04:00 Clive Davis dies at 94: Legendary music mogul who shaped Whitney Houston, Santana and Alicia Keys Music, Music https://gulfnews.com/uae/ewec-highlights-role-of-women-engineers-in-driving-uaes-clean-energy-future-1.500583150 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/b503py2t/f348e0a3-834c-4531-b9fc-aca55ced976a.jpeg EWEC boosts female talent to advance UAE net-zero and water security strategies Gulf News en 2026-06-22T19:56:16.791+04:00 EWEC highlights role of women engineers in driving UAE’s clean energy future UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/technology/from-cred-to-whatsapp-ceo-inside-kunal-shahs-rise-in-indias-startup-world-1.500583133 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/d69dbc6n/202606223835511.jpg Kunal Shah to steer WhatsApp as Meta doubles down on India and fintech bets Gulf News en 2026-06-22T19:43:50.521+04:00 From CRED to WhatsApp CEO: Inside Kunal Shah’s rise in India’s startup world Technology, India, technology, WhatsApp https://gulfnews.com/uae/sheikh-ahmed-honours-over-100-media-figures-at-emirati-media-forum-1.500583096 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/po61w2lo/HLbPAuBaoAAkL-w.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-22T19:15:28.759+04:00 Sheikh Ahmed honours over 100 media figures at Emirati Media Forum UAE, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/sabis-internationally-accredited-education-in-the-uae-gulf-1.500578467 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-19/3hx008va/SABIS.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-22T19:00:00.000+04:00 SABIS: Internationally Accredited Education in the UAE & Gulf Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/uae-issues-urgent-warning-over-counterfeit-botox-batch-1.500583056 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/u25c18wv/Botox The product was not imported through the official channels approved by the Establishment. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/l32ogm6i/gulfnews2024-11-282b1p0dt3botox172bd5ff398originalratio.avif Gulf News en 2026-06-22T18:35:22.395+04:00 UAE issues urgent warning over counterfeit Botox batch Health, Health https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-eases-residency-rules-grants-sponsor-free-visas-for-foreign-property-owners-2-1.500583051 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/925n554m/Oman The amendments revise several provisions of the Executive Regulations of the Foreigners Residence Law. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T18:20:04.997+04:00 Oman eases residency rules, grants sponsor-free visas for foreign property owners Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/sport/stephen-ward-on-dream-international-career-and-uae-football-role-1.500582983 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/zq44ykys/BW2A9639.jpg Another former Premier League footballer has committed his future to the UAE https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/ryn7v2yw/IRELAND_FIFA. Ireland missed out on the 2026 World Cup after losing a penalty shootout to Czech Republic https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/bmbt02ff/Stephen_Ward. Stephen Ward competed at the Euro's twice for his nation https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/a4b3k220/And__after_their_win_over_Scotland_last_week__the_Irish_fans_were_delighted_to_keep_up_their_winning.jpg Ireland fans are known for being loud and proud Gulf News en 2026-06-22T18:05:49.041+04:00 Stephen Ward on “dream” international career and UAE football role Sport, World Cup, Football, UAE, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/one-dead-two-injured-in-apartment-fire-in-kuwaits-farwaniya-district-1.500583026 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/703kt93o/Kuwait-fire Gulf News en 2026-06-22T18:02:48.217+04:00 One dead, two injured in apartment fire in Kuwait's Farwaniya district Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/business/alabbar-says-dh5-billion-earmarked-for-distressed-projects-found-no-takers-in-dubai-1.500582991 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/eo3mkso5/Al-Abbar Alabbar argued that one of the UAE's greatest economic strengths lies in the culture of stability and trust. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T18:00:30.226+04:00 Alabbar says Dh5 billion earmarked for distressed projects found no takers in Dubai Business, UAE businesses https://gulfnews.com/uae/emergencies/indian-passenger-51-dies-after-falling-ill-on-board-abu-dhabi-bangalore-flight-1.500582987 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/2gaqyilt/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-22-at-5.32.45-PM.jpeg Yousafe Kunhammu had visited the UAE on multiple occasions. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T17:39:32.802+04:00 Indian passenger, 51, dies after falling ill on board Abu Dhabi-Bangalore flight emergencies, Health, India, UAE, kerala, india, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/qatar/indians-and-pakistanis-among-13-killed-in-explosion-at-qatars-lng-factory-1.500582982 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/pe7c4b5y/2.jpg An explosion at Qatar's Ras Laffan industrial zone, home to the world's largest liquefied natural gas hub, as the result of a "technical incident", the interior ministry says. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T17:28:58.278+04:00 Indians and Pakistanis among 13 killed in explosion at Qatar's LNG factory Qatar, Qatar https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/uae-traffic-alert-heavy-congestion-on-dubaisharjah-routes-amid-evening-commute-delays-1.500582949 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-15/nc8t5t7r/STAFFNAT__260115_Traffic_Jam_VSAKLANI_81768503958693.jpg Huge traffic at Al Etihad raod in Sharjah. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/71nvdzrx/nn.PNG Dubai–Sharjah evening commute disrupted by congestion across key roads Gulf News en 2026-06-22T17:25:44.145+04:00 UAE traffic alert: Heavy congestion on Dubai–Sharjah routes amid evening commute delays Transport, Dubai, UAE traffic fines, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/aus-celebrates-record-842-graduates-in-largest-class-ever-1.500582969 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/t17rho8d/Aus-graduation.jpeg Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi honouring students during the largest ever graduation ceremony at the AUS Gulf News en 2026-06-22T17:25:06.316+04:00 AUS celebrates record 842 graduates in largest class ever Education, Education https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/rashmika-mandanna-on-stepping-into-the-messy-world-of-cocktail-2-diya-is-not-very-vanilla-1.500582757 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/3i67dbgg/newsml_afp_com_20260617T131836Z_doc_b7e34p8.jpeg Indian actress Rashmika Mandanna on why 'Cocktail 2' is a must watch https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-19/ihhp75hm/202606193830701.jpeg Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna in a still from Cocktail 2 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-12/h9c3nmc3/202606123822140.jpg Homi Adajania shares BTS moments from ‘Cocktail 2’ shoot: Magic of movie making https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/9i2n24xp/ANI_20260622065811.jpg Kriti Sanon, Rashmika Mandanna and Shahid KApoor in Cocktail 2 Gulf News en 2026-06-22T17:23:41.925+04:00 Rashmika Mandanna on stepping into the messy world of Cocktail 2: ‘Diya is not very vanilla’ Entertainment, BollyWood, India, UAE, Europe, bollywood, UAE releases, india https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/seven-pms-in-10-years-britain-s-decade-of-chaos-2-1.500582926 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/gb05z1pf/WLD_WOMEN_Liz_Truss_1662387918734_1830e0a9796_original_ratio.jpg Liz Truss who replaced Boris Johnson . Truss was prime minister for just 49 days, the shortest on record, before being ousted over her disastrous tax-cutting mini-budget. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T16:52:45.466+04:00 Seven PMs in 10 years: Britain’s decade of ‘chaos’ Europe, UK https://gulfnews.com/technology/new-instagram-update-finally-lets-users-add-unique-captions-to-every-carousel-slide-and-creators-are-thrilled-1.500582917 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/bw8xeghs/instagram-multiple-captions.jpg.webp https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/md3mzdq9/instagram-multiple-captions2.jpg.webp Gulf News en 2026-06-22T16:52:05.382+04:00 New Instagram update finally lets users add unique captions to every carousel slide and creators are thrilled Technology, technology, social media, Meta https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/europe-swelters-as-heatwave-pushes-temperatures-to-extremes-1.500582885 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/85t774j3/newsml_afp_com_20260622T101447Z_doc_b7v29zq.jpeg Swimmers get ready to jump from a bridge in the Canal Saint-Martin as France experiences a heatwave in Paris on June 21, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T16:44:00.491+04:00 Europe swelters as heatwave pushes temperatures to extremes Europe, UK, Europe, France https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/we-dont-feel-the-need-to-pass-him-the-ball-portugal-winger-on-ronaldo-1.500582875 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/g1dowayq/Conceicao-and-Ronaldo Conceicao has been vocal about Ronaldo in the pre match presser https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/g1dowayq/Conceicao-and-Ronaldo Conceicao has been vocal about Ronaldo in the pre match presser Gulf News en 2026-06-22T16:40:43.478+04:00 "We don't feel the need to pass him the ball" Portugal winger on Ronaldo World Cup, football https://gulfnews.com/friday/21k-school-opens-admissions-for-global-north-cohort-addresses-gap-in-gcc-education-1.500582883 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/xeqktxye/21K-School.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-22T16:37:11.620+04:00 21K School opens admissions for Global North Cohort, addresses gap in GCC education Friday, Friday https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/the-secret-mental-skill-that-helps-messi-haaland-and-kane-spot-chances-other-footballers-never-see-1.500582813 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/2ml24tqj/MESSI_MBAPPE_185233da0e0_original_ratio.jpg Talent matters. Fitness matters. Coaching matters. But according to one sports psychologist, there is a whole other game happening on the pitch that most of us never see, and it is happening entirely inside the players' heads. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/rn4cbor0/newsml_afp_com_20260621T231712Z_doc_b7tx8e6.jpeg A Cape Verde fan sporting her national flag painted on her face gather with others to watch their team play against Uruguay during their FIFA World Cup match in Praia on June 21, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/odl2ax4d/newsml_afp_com_20260617T123458Z_doc_b7cb6xn.jpeg Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the 2026 World Cup Group J football match between Argentina and Algeria at the Kansas City Stadium in Kansas City on June 16, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T15:59:07.790+04:00 The secret mental skill that helps Messi, Haaland and Kane spot chances other footballers never see World Cup, Sport, Lionel Messi, FIFA World Cup, FIFA, Erling Haaland https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/gcc-malls-need-new-revenue-models-with-ai-changing-shopper-habits-1.500582833 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/08/22/Stock---Back-to-school---school-fees---gadget-shopping_18a1d58734a_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-22T15:57:50.200+04:00 GCC malls need new revenue models with AI changing shopper habits Retail, UAE Shopping Malls https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/sharjah-ruler-orders-revival-of-historic-khorfakkan-souk-as-artisan-hub-to-boost-heritage-tourism-1.500582792 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-30/le7zf2w1/His_Highness_Dr__Sheikh_Sultan_bin_Mohammad_Al_Qasimi__Supreme_Council_Member_and_Ruler_of_Sharjah_1.jpg His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah Gulf News en 2026-06-22T15:56:13.751+04:00 Sharjah Ruler orders revival of historic Khorfakkan Souk as artisan hub to boost heritage tourism Government, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/technology/techie-tonic-the-hidden-dangers-lurking-in-your-web-browser-1.500582828 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-17/9rg2ddtz/HGCPiheX0AANN6.jpg From silent data leaks to shadow AI, your browser is now the weakest security link https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/y5obc5oh/Vikalp-Shrivastava.jpg Vikalp Shrivastava, CISO & CTO in the hospitality sector and Executive Board Advisor on AI Technology and Cybersecurity https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/vdts2dpp/Karthik_Hemachandran.jpg Karthik Hemachandran, Information Security Manager at Al Batha Holding, Gulf News en 2026-06-22T15:55:23.375+04:00 Techie Tonic: The hidden dangers lurking in your web browser Technology, technology, cybercrime https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/major-fire-engulfs-lucknow-coaching-centre-rescue-efforts-on-1.500582798 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/umrd3q90/DEEE.jpg Bystanders said that several people, including students, were trapped inside the building, but there was no official confirmation on the exact number. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/88fc2olz/20260622176L.jpg A man cries as he reacts to a fire outside a coaching centre in Lucknow, India, Monday, June 22, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/fuug1tu4/20260622275L.jpg Firefighters conducting rescue and relief operations at a commercial building in Aliganj area where a fire broke out, in Lucknow on Monday. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/2g4qdasd/APTOPIXIndiaFire35239-05f38.jpg Firefighters conducting rescue and relief operations at a commercial building in Aliganj area where a fire broke out, in Lucknow on Monday. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/fqkx0jra/IndiaFire439-14dfc.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/lhqus5bi/IndiaFire9268-ff162.jpg Firefighters conducting rescue and relief operations at a commercial building in Aliganj area where a fire broke out, in Lucknow on Monday. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/umfcikzr/IndiaFire82738-cf8a8.jpg A woman cries as she reacts to a fire outside a coaching centre in Lucknow, India, Monday, June 22, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T15:39:49.151+04:00 India building fire: 14 students killed in Lucknow coaching centre blaze, many jump off 1st floor India, accident, india https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/andy-burnham-the-king-of-the-north-who-wants-no-10-1.500582794 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/lxblqhcl/Burnham_1782127528001.jpg Andy Burnham is surrounded by supporters at the Stubshaw Cross Community and Sports Club in Ashton-in-Makerfield, England, on June 18, 2026 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/4bvanikw/andy_1782127529990.jpg Burnham with his wife Marie-France Van Heel and their daughter Rosie after winning the Makerfield by-election. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T15:34:15.647+04:00 Who is Andy Burnham? The ‘King of the North’ eyeing No. 10 Europe, UK https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/54-magnitude-earthquake-jolts-pakistans-islamabad-kp-1.500582793 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/4snyv9zs/gulfnewsimport20210207Stock-Earthquake1777b559696large.avif Gulf News en 2026-06-22T15:32:03.315+04:00 5.4-magnitude earthquake jolts Pakistan’s Islamabad, KP Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/how-uae-medical-schools-prepare-future-doctors-for-connected-care-1.500582774 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/jrprzheu/shutterstock2589911805.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/pegblhd7/Prof_Manda.jpeg Prof. Manda Venkatramana, Chancellor, Gulf Medical University and Professor & Consultant Surgeon, Thumbay Hospital https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/f3x1jv0f/Prof_Mohamed_El_Tanani.jpg Prof. Mohamed El-Tanani, Vice President Research and Postgraduate Studies at RAK Medical and Health Sciences University Gulf News en 2026-06-22T15:25:48.443+04:00 How UAE medical schools prepare future doctors for connected care GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/zulekha-hospital-dubai-hosts-an-emergency-awareness-session-for-the-uae-community-1.500582747 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/b5l7k0w7/Zuleikah-Hospital.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-22T15:04:38.828+04:00 Zulekha Hospital Dubai hosts an Emergency Awareness Session for the UAE community Company News, Company News https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/rta-sets-up-23-rest-areas-for-delivery-riders-at-dubai-metro-and-bus-stations-1.500582742 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/p9l3g6mj/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-22-at-14.46.00.jpeg This year’s network includes eight additional locations, bringing the total to 23 compared with 15 in 2025. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/4b9gw1q9/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-22-at-14.45.59.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-22T15:04:08.731+04:00 RTA sets up 23 rest areas for delivery riders at Dubai Metro and bus stations Transport, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/safety-security/uae-social-media-ban-for-under-15s-how-will-platforms-verify-users-ages-1.500582717 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/bhr0la0w/Kids-social-media Social media platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat, Facebook and X have 12 months to comply with requirements aimed at preventing under-15s from accessing their services. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T14:43:30.594+04:00 UAE social media ban for under-15s: How will platforms verify users’ ages? Living-Safety-Security, Living-Telephone-Internet, Government, social media https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/fatima-al-kaabi-honours-fathers-legacy-on-fathers-day-1.500582726 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/1uqymyo6/fatima.jpg Fatima Al Kaabi Gulf News en 2026-06-22T14:42:39.018+04:00 Fatima Al Kaabi honours father’s legacy on Father’s Day people https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/egypt-man-dies-after-intervening-in-street-fight-suspect-douses-him-with-flammable-liquid-1.500582706 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/254r2lm5/Egyptian-Police.webp The incident began when a quarrel broke out among several young men in front of a furniture store owned by the 40-year-old victim. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T14:30:17.412+04:00 Egypt man dies after intervening in street fight; suspect douses him with flammable liquid Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/china-mall-turns-into-rice-paddy-field-for-competition-1.500582701 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/0qdd0p4l/RICE-1.jpg Competitors take part in a rice transplanting competition in a paddy set up inside a shopping mall in Ningbo, in China's eastern Zhejiang Province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/xnvetnlv/RICE-2.jpg Competitors take part in a rice transplanting competition in a paddy set up inside a shopping mall in Ningbo, in China's eastern Zhejiang Province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/aiev1xzf/RICE-3.jpg Competitors take part in a rice transplanting competition in a paddy set up inside a shopping mall in Ningbo, in China's eastern Zhejiang Province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/w9c370p0/RICE-4.jpg Competitors take part in a rice transplanting competition in a paddy set up inside a shopping mall in Ningbo, in China's eastern Zhejiang Province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/v8koqyx9/RICE-5.jpg Competitors take part in a rice transplanting competition in a paddy set up inside a shopping mall in Ningbo, in China's eastern Zhejiang Province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/ieq8uz4y/RICE-6.jpg Competitors take part in a rice transplanting competition in a paddy set up inside a shopping mall in Ningbo, in China's eastern Zhejiang Province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/pnl0omil/RICE-7.jpg Competitors take part in a rice transplanting competition in a paddy set up inside a shopping mall in Ningbo, in China's eastern Zhejiang Province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/hf02m089/RICE-8.jpg Competitors take part in a rice transplanting competition in a paddy set up inside a shopping mall in Ningbo, in China's eastern Zhejiang Province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/ech54t34/RICE-9.jpg Competitors take part in a rice transplanting competition in a paddy set up inside a shopping mall in Ningbo, in China's eastern Zhejiang Province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/h4fp7wme/RICE-10.jpg Competitors take part in a rice transplanting competition in a paddy set up inside a shopping mall in Ningbo, in China's eastern Zhejiang Province. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T14:26:01.472+04:00 China Mall turns into rice paddy field for competition Asia, news-photos https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-court-sentences-former-mp-to-three-years-in-prison-for-fund-misappropriation-1.500582676 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-23/g4kopwqj/Screenshot-2026-01-23-at-2.18.36-PM.png The ruling overturned earlier acquittals issued by both the lower court. The court convicted the two men of embezzling public funds, while acquitting them of money laundering charges involving around KD151,000. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T14:21:10.717+04:00 Kuwait court sentences former MP to three years in prison for fund misappropriation Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/abu-dhabi-new-business-licences-jump-21-in-first-quarter-of-2026-1.500582677 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/5jj9lhw0/IMG5452.jpeg New businesses and industrial facilities continue to expand in Abu Dhabi as the emirate records growth in economic licences during the first quarter of 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T14:02:50.557+04:00 Abu Dhabi new business licences jump 21% in first quarter of 2026 economy, Abu Dhabi, UAE businesses https://gulfnews.com/technology/think-youve-been-blocked-on-whatsapp-a-new-feature-could-end-the-guessing-game-1.500582671 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-09/93c0tvky/newsml_afp_com_20260609T153112Z_doc_b6hk39e.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-22T14:00:34.978+04:00 Think you’ve been blocked on WhatsApp? This new feature could end the guessing game Technology https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/neet-dreams-end-at-locked-gates-after-bengaluru-traffic-chaos-1.500582628 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/ha1yguxj/neet2.webp According to parents and videos circulating on social media, some students broke down in tears outside the centres after being denied entry. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/jldrh1op/neet4.webp Gulf News en 2026-06-22T13:34:05.802+04:00 NEET dreams end at locked gates after Bengaluru traffic chaos India, india, Education https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/industry-driven-learning-takes-hold-in-uae-higher-education-1.500582619 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/26zfqfv8/shutterstock2454132289.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/yi3hz8xp/Dr_Kavitas_Pic.jpeg Dr Kavita Shukla, Head of Campus – Dubai, SP Jain School of Global Management https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/qc24t0yf/Prof__Hussain_Al_Ahmad.jpg Prof. Hussain Al-Ahmed, Provost, University of Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/pjoqgawl/Sajesh_Nambiar.jpeg Sajesh Nambiar, Head of Student Recruitment and Admissions at the University of West London (UWL) – Ras Al Khaimah Campus https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/8zz1h0j0/shutterstock2658694911.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-22T13:33:48.117+04:00 Industry-driven learning takes hold in UAE higher education GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/a-massive-shift-how-alternative-eosb-is-reshaping-companies-and-the-future-of-employees-1.500580102 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-19/3nrqk9d7/Sukoon-lead.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-19/4v783bh8/Hammad_final.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-22T13:31:30.302+04:00 A massive shift: How alternative EOSB is reshaping companies and the future of employees Banking, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/hsbc-launches-uae-tokenised-deposits-for-instant-corporate-money-transfers-1.500582616 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/05/06/Copy-of-2023-05-02T042350Z_1064148506_RC23Q0A27MFG_RTRMADP_3_HSBC-RESULTS-1683368320214_187f0921ce2_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-22T13:31:06.546+04:00 HSBC launches UAE tokenised deposits for instant corporate money transfers Banking https://gulfnews.com/sport/how-a-15-year-old-bihar-teenager-vaibhav-sooryavanshi-became-crickets-newest-record-breaking-force-1.500582592 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/3xt9w9ma/HHQKJOTKVBHI5ERH7KYA27QKKA.jpg.avif On 21 June, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi hit a half-century off just 11 balls for India A against Sri Lanka A in the tri-series final in Dambulla. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/78nn5q8x/400006.6.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-22T13:29:31.525+04:00 How a 15-year-old Bihar teenager Vaibhav Sooryavanshi became cricket's newest record-breaking force Sport, Cricket, cricket, india https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-establish-hormuz-crisis-hotline-to-safeguard-shipping-1.500582602 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/y2wcwmhx/202606223834628.jpg The dedicated channel will allow US and Iranian officials to rapidly exchange information and resolve maritime concerns before they escalate into a broader confrontation. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T13:28:49.328+04:00 US, Iran establish Hormuz crisis hotline to safeguard shipping Mena, Americas, Iran, americas https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/aamir-khan-reacts-to-leaked-wedding-details-before-marrying-gauri-spratt-nothing-is-off-bounds-these-days-1.500582605 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/zzyft72b/newsml_afp_com_20260118T043655Z_doc_9344842.jpeg Bollywood actor Aamir Khan (L), along with his girlfriend Gauri Spratt, attends the film producer Ramesh Taurani’s 65th birthday celebrations in Mumbai on January 17, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T13:25:19.548+04:00 Aamir Khan reacts to leaked wedding details before marrying Gauri Spratt: ‘Nothing is off-bounds these days’ Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/emirates-offers-free-dubai-hotel-stays-this-summer-with-return-tickets-1.500582609 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/nie4imzh/dubaiskyline.jpg Emirates is offering eligible passengers complimentary stays at JW Marriott Marquis in Dubai as part of its summer travel offers, alongside discounts on attractions, dining and experiences across the city. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T13:22:57.300+04:00 Emirates offers free Dubai hotel stays this summer with return tickets Aviation, Travel, Emirates Group, Emirates airline https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/balan-the-boy-why-chidambaram-shunned-stars-like-mohanlal-and-mammootty-after-manjummel-boys-and-bet-on-new-faces-1.500582453 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/nbrszi84/Balan Director Chidambaram's latest thriller Balan: The Boy https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-20/sqawuavh/Chidambaram__18e1426f05e_original_ratio.jpg Chidambaram, writer and director of 'Manjummel Boys' https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/mmy002e5/BALAN-91.jpg Balan- The Boy https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/u8chu668/BALAN-199.jpg Balan- The Boy https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-03/1gkut8gx/Mammootty-in-Bramayugam Mammootty in Bramayugam (2024) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-19/ax93qsn2/Manjummel_Boys_18dd574af22_original_ratio.jpg Manjummel Boys Gulf News en 2026-06-22T13:15:06.914+04:00 ‘Balan: The Boy’: Why Chidambaram shunned stars like Mohanlal and Mammootty after ‘Manjummel Boys’ and bet on new faces Entertainment, South-Indian, India, UAE, Malayalam films, india, UAE cinema guide, Malayalam cinema https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/why-stem-talent-is-lost-years-before-graduation-2-1.500582581 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/k2rs39te/shutterstock1331249339.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/6y8x4dhy/Dr__Mae_Headshot.jpg By Dr Mae Al Mansoori, Director, R&D Talent Enablement, Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC) Gulf News en 2026-06-22T13:11:26.248+04:00 Why STEM talent is lost years before graduation GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/10x-properties-investor-meet-at-atlantis-dubai-sets-stage-for-10x-expo-2026-1.500582583 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/8clexj53/TENX.jpg From left to right: Mohammed Ghanim Mustafa – Director General, Ras Al Khaimah Radio Authority; Sukesh Govindan, CEO, 10X Properties; Dr Hussain Yaslam Binsumad – Director of Investment; Mohamed Al Dahouri – Member, Sharjah Consultative Council and Haitham Mohammed Al Raeisi – Chairman, Safety and Emergency Security Association during 10X Properties Investor Business Meet in Dubai. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T13:11:06.375+04:00 10X Properties’ Investor Meet at Atlantis Dubai sets stage for 10X EXPO 2026 Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/sport/preview-messi-mbappe-haaland-in-world-cup-action-1.500582561 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/cjsgh2po/MESSI-MBAPPE-AND-HALLAND.jpg This is why we love the World Cup! https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/ylong6ph/ANI_20260622070848.jpg Argentina got off to the perfect start in their first World Cup match https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/5omsbgy4/preview.jpg Lionel Messi has the joint most World Cup goals https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/rm03pcox/newsml_afp_com_20260616T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282268074.jpeg Desire Doue in action for France against Senegal https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/fyy6xkoe/newsml_afp_com_20260621T194624Z_doc_b7tl8fu.jpeg Kylian Mbappe is in hot form heading into the game against Iraq https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/h4nxz9cz/newsml_afp_com_20260616T000000Z_PH_GTY_2281959577.jpeg Norway applaud fans after the 4-1 win during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group I match against Iraq https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/kwhgboie/newsml_afp_com_20260616T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282070201.jpeg Erling Haaland scored twice on his World Cup debut for Norway Gulf News en 2026-06-22T13:08:37.829+04:00 Preview: Messi, Mbappe & Haaland in World Cup action   Sport, World Cup, Football, Lionel Messi, FIFA World Cup, Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland https://gulfnews.com/opinion/beyond-skyscrapers-why-dubai-is-building-the-worlds-most-civilised-city-1.500582571 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/2tsschoj/DUBAI_FRAME_1_1634741452290_17c9e2efe23_original_ratio.jpg Dubai has always looked beyond immediate needs and focused on long-term outcomes. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T13:07:06.485+04:00 Beyond skyscrapers: Why Dubai is building the world’s most civilised city Opinion, UAE https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/ajman-university-enters-worlds-top-400-in-qs-world-university-rankings-2027-2-1.500582570 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/zn5578ns/93548.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-22T12:54:16.791+04:00 Ajman University enters world’s top 400 in QS World University Rankings 2027 GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/uk-prime-minister-keir-starmer-announces-resignation-2-1.500582556 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/rio46192/newsml_afp_com_20260622T083440Z_doc_b7un3zq.jpeg Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer makes a statement on his future outside 10 Downing Street on the morning of June 22, 2026, in London. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T12:45:19.378+04:00 UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces resignation Europe, UK https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/pankaj-tripathis-elder-brother-hospitalised-after-axe-attack-over-land-dispute-in-bihar-1.500582539 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-02/iz21cgjn/202511023561631.jpg Pankaj Tripathi’s brother was attacked in Bihar Gulf News en 2026-06-22T12:33:08.523+04:00 Pankaj Tripathi’s elder brother hospitalised after axe attack over land dispute in Bihar Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/egypt-court-sentences-former-judge-to-life-for-killing-ex-wife-in-public-1.500582534 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/04yfpbyp/Court-ruling.webp The Giza Criminal Court found the defendant guilty of the premeditated murder of his former wife after opening fire on her in a tourist area crowded with pedestrians. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T12:30:23.076+04:00 Egypt court sentences former judge to life for killing ex-wife in public Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/world-cup-2026-closing-in-on-unwanted-own-goal-record-1.500582510 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/ec2wbjy7/newsml_afp_com_20260621T174725Z_doc_b7tg2rt.jpeg Saudi Arabia's defender #03 Ali Lajami (R) and Saudi Arabia's defender #05 Hassan Al-Tambakti (L) fights for the ball with Spain's midfielder #06 Mikel Merino (C) during the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Saudi Arabia at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 21, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/ec2wbjy7/newsml_afp_com_20260621T174725Z_doc_b7tg2rt.jpeg Saudi Arabia's defender #03 Ali Lajami (R) and Saudi Arabia's defender #05 Hassan Al-Tambakti (L) fights for the ball with Spain's midfielder #06 Mikel Merino (C) during the 2026 World Cup Group H football match between Spain and Saudi Arabia at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 21, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T12:26:16.658+04:00 World Cup 2026 closing in on unwanted own goal record World Cup, football https://gulfnews.com/sport/the-painful-history-behind-egypts-first-world-cup-victory-1.500582511 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/rqu5mvct/ChatGPT-Image-Jun-22-2026-120654-PM.png Egypt finally ends torrid World Cup winless run https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/4fyqr4vk/newsml_afp_com_20260621T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282690884.jpeg The celebrations were wild from the Egyptian players and fans https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/lr2grzix/EGYPT_2018. Egypt have often failed on the big stage https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/rnvtday1/newsml_afp_com_20260621T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282690161.jpeg Mohamed Salah hitting form is exactly what Egypt need if they're to go on and have a successful tournament Gulf News en 2026-06-22T12:24:26.253+04:00 The Painful History Behind Egypt's First World Cup Victory Sport, Football, World Cup, Mohamed Salah, FIFA World Cup, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/she-came-for-anthropology-and-stayed-for-me-the-lagaan-love-story-from-the-movie-set-that-led-to-a-26-year-marriage-1.500582513 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/slj0ebh7/aminhajeefilmpost271020251008143752391041567776056-2026-06-177d26c345a4d7f9e811d2a8ffd78e15.jpg.avif Amin Hajee’s wedding with Charlotte had Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao in attendance. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/wk3dd616/charlotte-amin-and-aamir.jpg.avif Aamir Khan with Charlotte with Amin Hajee https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/4ps40bxr/charlotte-amin.jpg.webp Charlotte, Amin Hajee, and their daughters at the 25th anniversary celebration of Lagaan. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/576obvk2/Amin-Hajee-played-Bagga-in-Lagaan.jpg.webp Amin Hajee as Bagga in Lagaan Gulf News en 2026-06-22T12:20:42.327+04:00 'She came for anthropology and stayed for me': The Lagaan love story from the movie set that led to a 26-year marriage Entertainment, BollyWood, bollywood, Aamir Khan https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/sharjah-announces-new-truck-movement-rules-on-emirates-road-from-june-23-1.500582522 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/yaxslpo5/127.jpg The authority said the changes are part of continued efforts to develop Sharjah’s road network Gulf News en 2026-06-22T12:17:47.433+04:00 Sharjah announces new truck movement rules on Emirates Road from June 23 Transport https://gulfnews.com/business/property/imtiaz-sells-out-dh2-billion-raw-district-project-on-launch-day-1.500582405 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/4hwsdneb/RAW-DISTRICT.jpg-1.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-22T12:09:52.565+04:00 Imtiaz sells out Dh2-billion RAW District Project on launch day Property, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/meet-curacaos-suzanne-huurman-the-only-female-doctor-at-the-2026-world-cup-1.500582502 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/8znhv6j7/Huurman.jpg Meet Curacao’s history-making Dr Huurman. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T12:06:01.986+04:00 Meet Curacao’s Suzanne Huurman, the only female head doctor at the 2026 World Cup World Cup, Football, Sport https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/how-holistic-development-shapes-effective-teaching-and-learning-1.500582478 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/62mb41o6/Al-Salam-School-Tasleem-Koser.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-22T12:02:17.539+04:00 How holistic development shapes effective teaching and learning GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-schools-begin-year-end-exams-as-ministry-rolls-out-anti-cheating-measures-1.500582492 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/sqtha332/exam.jpg Ministry says new system aims to protect fairness and ensure equal opportunities for students. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T11:57:24.305+04:00 UAE schools begin year-end exams as ministry rolls out anti-cheating measures Education, UAE schools https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/inside-global-schools-groups-blueprint-for-embedding-future-ready-skills-in-everyday-learning-1.500582495 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/n5w96hhd/Mr-Amol-Vaidya-Global-School.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-22T11:54:52.375+04:00 Inside Global Schools Group’s blueprint for embedding future-ready skills in everyday learning GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/three-teens-dead-five-injured-in-rare-philippine-school-shooting-1.500582333 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/7z9ui8sa/125.jpg Police investigators walk in front of the school entrance after a shooting incident at a high school compound in Tacloban City. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T11:52:25.555+04:00 Three students killed, seven injured in rare school shooting in central Philippines Philippines https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/confirmed-ebola-cases-in-congo-outbreak-top-1000-with-254-deaths-authorities-say-1.500582454 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/ahasyepc/preview.jpg Relatives of Vanisa Anifa, a 6-month-old orphaned girl who died of Ebola, attend her burial, in Bunia, Congo, Friday, June 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T11:50:17.721+04:00 Confirmed Ebola cases in Congo outbreak top 1,000 with 254 deaths, authorities say Congo Ebola outbreak Bundibugyo 1000 cases https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/how-pearl-wisdom-school-dubai-prepares-students-to-thrive-in-an-ever-changing-world-1.500582486 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/hw4hj788/Jaemi-Maam.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-22T11:47:46.948+04:00 How Pearl Wisdom School Dubai prepares students to thrive in an ever-changing world GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/taylor-swift-and-travis-kelces-pre-wedding-bash-kicks-off-with-dazzling-fireworks-display-1.500582481 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-10/9opnllyo/Travis-Kelce-and-Taylor-Swift Travis Kelce, left, and Taylor Swift pose after the AFC Championship NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, Jan. 26, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T11:47:43.079+04:00 Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s pre-wedding bash kicks off with dazzling fireworks display Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-and-iran-enter-high-stakes-switzerland-talks-amid-renewed-hormuz-threat-and-lebanon-fighting-1.500581488 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/r8fbvfuo/newsml_afp_com_20260621T134829Z_doc_b7t23gf.jpeg US Vice President JD Vance (L) speaks next to Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif (C) and Qatar's Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani prior to a quadrilateral meeting between the United States, Iran, Pakistan and Qatar at the Burgenstock luxury hotel complex overlooking Lake Lucerne, Switzerland, on June 21, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/e4o6549i/newsml_afp_com_20260621T141854Z_doc_b7t32nq.jpeg US Vice President JD Vance (3rdR), Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Qatar's Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani speak together during a quadrilateral meeting between the United States, Iran, Pakistan and Qatar at the Burgenstock luxury hotel complex near Lake Lucerne, Switzerland, on June 21, 2026, as part of talks aimed at advancing a deal to end the Middle East conflict. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/ekl1i7a2/Hormuz.jpg Residents swim in the waters of the Strait of Hormuz as a small motorboat passes cargo ships and other commercial vessels offshore near Bandar Abbas, in Iran. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/3mnukmgk/newsml_afp_com_20260621T102633Z_doc_b7rn2h3.jpeg US Vice President JD Vance (2ndL), US President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff (2ndR) and Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner (R) meet with Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif (2ndR) and Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir (L) at the Burgenstock luxury hotel complex overlooking Lake Lucerne, Switzerland, on June 21, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/p2q892o3/newsml_afp_com_20260621T101920Z_doc_b7rn2gw.jpeg JD Vance reacts with Steve Witkoff while Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif shakes hands with Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner as they meet at the Burgenstock luxury hotel complex overlooking Lake Lucerne, Switzerland, on June 21, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/fia0bcqu/newsml_afp_com_20260621T095202Z_doc_b7rl9pg.jpeg US Vice President JD Vance (L) reacts, next to US President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff (C) and Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner, to meet with Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif (no seen), at the Burgenstock luxury hotel complex overlooking Lake Lucerne, Switzerland, on June 21, 2026/ https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/0qv54oru/newsml_afp_com_20260621T094541Z_doc_b7rl9nr.jpeg Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi (L) shakes hands with Switzerland's Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis at the Burgenstock luxury hotel complex overlooking Lake Lucerne, Switzerland, on June 21, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/cojwal29/newsml_afp_com_20260621T130226Z_doc_b7rx6w2.jpeg Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif speaks next to US Vice President JD Vance and Qatar's Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/2fxqoz09/newsml_afp_com_20260621T125738Z_doc_b7rx6uv.jpeg US Vice President JD Vance speaks during a quadrilateral meeting between the United States, Iran, Pakistan and Qatar at the Burgenstock luxury hotel complex overlooking Lake Lucerne, Switzerland. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T11:47:32.274+04:00 Iran warns US to ‘be careful’ after Trump warning as Vance meets Iranian delegation in Switzerland Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-executes-five-convicted-murderers-after-death-sentences-upheld-by-highest-courts-1.500582441 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/ko4y9dt8/Kuwait-Public-Prosecution.jpeg Three Kuwaitis, an Egyptian and a stateless resident have been executed by hanging after being convicted of murder and other serious crimes. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T11:31:41.375+04:00 Kuwait executes five convicted murderers after death sentences upheld by highest courts Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-rescues-two-citizens-after-boat-breaks-down-off-yanbu-1.500582402 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/bqwt4g5l/Yanbu.webp Two Saudi citizens have been rescued after their vessel suffered a mechanical failure at sea off Yanbu governorate in the Medina region. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T11:30:58.644+04:00 Saudi Arabia rescues two citizens after boat breaks down off Yanbu Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/technology/ais-biggest-bottleneck-is-no-longer-chips-it-is-electricity-1.500582291 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/02/12/Space-X-Starship_18d9e7652b7_large.jpg With the Starship rocket's development, including the latest test flight on June 6, 2024, the idea is not that space will replace terrestrial data centres, but that it could become a practical outpost for especially power-hungry computing if the economics improve. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/wb7xld3c/newsml_afp_com_20251119T000000Z_PH_GTY_2247481493.jpeg Tesla CEO Elon Musk (L) talks with Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang during the U.S.-Saudi Investment Forum at the Kennedy Center on November 19, 2025 in Washington, DC. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/m57x24f9/AI-data-center.jpeg An AI data centre. For years, the industry's primary concern was designing faster chips. Today, companies are discovering that the harder problem is finding enough electricity to keep those chips running. If AI has become an energy business as much as a computing business, then the next frontier may not be defined by where the best processors are built—but by where power is most abundant. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T11:29:50.641+04:00 AI’s biggest bottleneck is no longer chips — it is electricity Technology https://gulfnews.com/uae/mohre-warns-uae-firms-ahead-of-emiratisation-deadline-1.500582465 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/11/11/shutterstock_1410253259-1668173731334_18466e71619_large.jpg The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) reminds private companies to meet Emiratisation targets by June 30 to avoid fines. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T11:25:35.674+04:00 MoHRE warns UAE firms ahead of Emiratisation deadline UAE, UAE jobs https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-make-encouraging-progress-in-high-stakes-peace-talks-despite-tensions-sparked-by-trump-remarks-1.500582406 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/3dg7dexc/newsml_afp_com_20260621T144504Z_doc_b7t67xd.jpeg Iran's delegation including Minister of Foreign Affairs of Iran Abbas Araghchi (C) and Speaker of the Islamic Parliament of Iran, Mohammed Bagher Ghalibaf (3rdR) arrive for a quadrilateral meeting between the United States, Iran, Pakistan and Qatar at the Burgenstock luxury hotel complex near Lake Lucerne, Switzerland, on June 21, 2026, as part of talks aimed at advancing a deal to end the Middle East conflict. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T10:56:14.685+04:00 US, Iran make 'encouraging progress' in high-stakes peace talks despite tensions sparked by Trump remarks Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/is-a-taylor-swift-wedding-invite-bringing-blake-lively-back-into-the-circle-heres-the-truth-1.500582414 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-20/gg6wrx8n/Untitled-design-6.png Taylor Swift and Blake Lively were rumoured to not be on talking terms since the latter's case against Justin Baldoni. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T10:55:27.657+04:00 Is a Taylor Swift wedding invite bringing Blake Lively back into the circle? Here's the truth Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/indias-t20-womens-world-cup-is-unravelling-1.500582423 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/mgi9jsnl/202606213834520.jpg Women’s T20 WC: Kapp hits career-best 81 not out as South Africa beat India by six wickets https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/1j80nfy9/SS_3473.JPG South Africa pulled off a shock win over favourites India Gulf News en 2026-06-22T10:52:58.008+04:00 India’s T20 Women's World Cup is Unravelling Sport, Cricket, india, ICC T20 WORLD CUP https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/petrofac-uae-staff-get-70-dues-after-six-month-wait-1.500581851 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-25/0efwfiif/Stock-Petrofac Petrofac operations https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-31/6a1j4g8m/Petrofac Petrofac Gulf News en 2026-06-22T10:36:09.986+04:00 Petrofac UAE staff get 70% dues after six-month wait Energy, UAE https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/over-500-dubai-residents-join-anis-sajan-for-international-yoga-day-session-at-danube-sports-world-1.500582374 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/sl8bt8kd/Yoga-with-Anis-Sajan.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-22T10:04:37.822+04:00 Over 500 Dubai residents join Anis Sajan for International Yoga Day Session at Danube Sports World Company News, Company News https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/ask-us/salalah-khareef-season-2026-the-best-time-to-visit-weather-forecasts-and-itinerary-planning-1.500565124 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-24/ljdui7z1/shutterstock2511429325.jpg Discover how UAE residents can enjoy Salalah’s cool Khareef monsoon season with flights, visa information, top attractions, and travel tips. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-06/vuq0s1fd/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-04-at-8.45.13-PM.jpeg Wadi Darbat is natural valley in the Dhofar region of southern Oman, located approximately 30 kilometers east of Salalah. It is famous for its vibrant green landscapes, freshwater lake, and waterfalls https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-06/cs5vrgwe/IMG1835.jpg Salalah is famous for its ]waterfalls, which come alive during the Khareef (monsoon) season from July to September. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-06/ocl52r27/Fazayah-Copy.jpg Fazayah Beach is one of Oman’s most beautiful and secluded beaches, located in the Dhofar region near Salalah. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T10:01:28.907+04:00 Salalah Khareef season 2026: The best time to visit, weather forecasts, and itinerary planning Living-Ask-Us, Oman, UAE Travel, Oman https://gulfnews.com/technology/samsung-z-fold-8-vs-apple-iphone-fold-camera-battery-and-design-leaks-which-could-fit-your-needs-better-1.500582365 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-09/fc4nwjth/Samsung-Galaxy-Z-Fold-7-smartphones ILLUSTRATIVE PURPOSES ONLY: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 smartphones during a media event ahead of Galaxy Unpacked at the Brooklyn Navy Yard in New York, US, on Monday, July 7, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T09:53:03.795+04:00 Samsung Z Fold 8 vs Apple iPhone Fold: Camera, battery and design leaks — which could fit your needs better? Technology, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/dubai-gold-prices-rise-today-24k-still-dh39-below-june-peak-1.500582364 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/nikemrzy/Stock___Gold_17ec01f38a2_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-22T09:45:34.266+04:00 Dubai gold prices rise today, 24K still Dh39 below June peak Retail, YourMoney-Saving-Investment, UAE Gold, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/business/property/majid-al-futtaim-signs-31billion-new-cairo-development-deal-1.500582354 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/kuh2ht1y/8b3284dd-87b5-4a3f-9740-db18358f14d8.jpg The large-scale mixed-use development spanning over 550 feddans (approx. 2.32 million square metres) is set to be delivered in phases as part of Mada City in New Cairo. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T09:33:17.924+04:00 Majid Al Futtaim signs $3.1billion New Cairo development deal Property, UAE, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/one-experiment-with-drugs-can-end-in-prison-sharjah-police-warn-1.500582286 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/sxxtthba/drug-awareness-2.jpg Police highlight how drug use can spiral from experiment to habit and total control loss. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/y5gywssi/drug_awareness_3.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/9iyh4y8g/drug_awareness_1.jpg Awareness video shows how curiosity can lead to addiction and prison Gulf News en 2026-06-22T09:31:24.972+04:00 One experiment with drugs can end in prison, Sharjah Police warn Crime, crime, Sharjah, Sharjah Police https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/philippines-warning-of-rough-seas-as-typhoon-francisco-threatens-parts-of-northern-luzon-1.500582349 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/kdrjp7b7/FRANCISCO.jpg Typhoon Francisco's location as seen from a weather satellite. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T09:21:02.913+04:00 Philippines: Typhoon 'Francisco' threatens parts of Luzon Philippines https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/inside-anshula-kapoors-wedding-kickoff-janhvi-khushi-and-arjun-kapoor-mark-a-spiritual-start-to-celebrations-1.500582337 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/37vmrvqj/Shaadi-begins-❤️❤️❤️❤️🧿-JaiMataDi-AnshulaRohan-❤️🧿.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-22T09:16:25.735+04:00 Inside Anshula Kapoor’s wedding kickoff: Janhvi, Khushi and Arjun Kapoor mark a spiritual start to celebrations Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/your-money/saving-investment/indian-rupee-pakistani-rupee-and-philippine-peso-stay-soft-lifting-dirham-value-for-expats-should-you-remit-now-1.500301712 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-08/3o0y721c/STAFFBUS_260605_Al_Ansari_Exchange_VSAKLANI_181780888245393.jpg Planning on remitting Indian rupee, Pakistan rupee or Philippine peso? Here’s how you can take advantage of remittance-beneficial rates and when. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T08:44:53.898+04:00 Indian rupee, Pakistani rupee and Philippine peso stay soft, lifting dirham value for expats. Should you remit now? YourMoney-Saving-Investment, Pakistan, Philippines, India, Markets, Pakistan, Indian Rupee, india, Philippines, Philippine peso, UAE remittance https://gulfnews.com/business/analysis/emirates-nbds-275b-rbl-bank-deal-marks-a-turning-point-for-uae-india-finance-1.500582319 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-19/4nky7azt/RBL-Bank-Bloomberg.jpg RBL Bank https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/uz3cbsa4/Suvo-Sarkar.jpg Suvo Sarkar Gulf News en 2026-06-22T08:31:58.518+04:00 Emirates NBD’s $2.75b RBL Bank deal marks a turning point for UAE-India finance Analysis, Banking, Emirates NBD https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/heat-and-drinks-breaks-help-underdogs-at-world-cup-says-argentina-coach-lionel-scaloni-1.500582211 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/ifecpyu7/newsml_afp_com_20260621T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282685864.jpeg Head coach Lionel Scaloni of Argentina speaks to the media during the press conference ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J match between Argentina and Austria at Dallas Stadium on June 21, 2026 in Arlington, Texas. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T08:16:12.586+04:00 Heat and drinks breaks help underdogs at World Cup, says Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni World Cup, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/iq-of-a-fruit-fly-house-of-the-dragon-season-3-episode-1-leaves-fans-questioning-logic-dragons-and-deaths-1.500582300 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/kkdo4eox/dragons.jpg Matt Smith as Daemon in House of the Dragon Gulf News en 2026-06-22T08:07:21.767+04:00 ‘IQ of a fruit fly’: House of the Dragon Season 3 Episode 1 leaves fans questioning logic, dragons and deaths Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/egypt-make-world-cup-history-with-3-1-win-over-new-zealand-1.500582297 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/0qbcltxs/newsml_afp_com_20260621T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282689550.jpeg Mohamed Salahof Egypt celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G match against New Zealand at BC Place Vancouver on June 21, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T07:56:57.262+04:00 Egypt make World Cup history with 3-1 win over New Zealand World Cup, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/cape-verdes-dream-run-continues-with-comeback-draw-against-uruguay-1.500582289 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/kpafcpcf/newsml_afp_com_20260621T235303Z_doc_b7ty6ye.jpeg Cape Verde's forward Helio Varela celebrates with teammates after scoring his team's second goal during the 2026 World Cup Group H football match against Uruguay at the Miami Stadium in Miami Gardens on June 21, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T07:49:21.331+04:00 Cape Verde's dream run continues with comeback draw against Uruguay World Cup, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/karisma-kapoor-marks-35-years-in-bollywood-recalls-prem-qaidi-debut-i-was-straight-out-of-school-1.500582279 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/8b3abl13/karisma-kapoor.jpg Over the years, Karisma has witnessed Bollywood's shift from film reels to digital cameras and from post-production dubbing to sync-sound recording Gulf News en 2026-06-22T07:41:08.448+04:00 Karisma Kapoor marks 35 years in Bollywood, recalls Prem Qaidi debut: ‘I was straight out of school’ Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/iran-plays-10-man-belgium-to-0-0-draw-at-world-cup-1.500582281 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/nureqyy5/newsml_afp_com_20260621T210029Z_doc_b7tt4gu.jpeg Iran's goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand makes a save during the 2026 World Cup Group G football match against Belgium at the Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood on June 21, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T07:40:36.517+04:00 Iran play 10-man Belgium to 0-0 draw at World Cup World Cup, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-forecast-temperatures-to-hit-49c-with-humid-foggy-conditions-and-chance-of-rain-this-week-1.500582228 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/780ense9/NAT_DUBAI_RAIN_1_1674748472394_185eec9ac52_original_ratio.jpg The UAE is expected to see three days of rain from Tuesday through Thursday. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T07:26:33.281+04:00 UAE weather forecast: Temperatures to hit 49°C with humid, foggy conditions and chance of rain this week Weather, UAE https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/home-and-kitchen/7-best-early-prime-day-tech-deals-in-uae-2026-dji-osmo-pocket-3-samsung-galaxy-tab-s10-lead-picks-1.500582056 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/9nepiyr8/Stock_child_screen_tablet_computer_1740be3350e_original_ratio.jpg Several other tech picks offer strong value, making this one of the most compelling early deal drops of the season. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T07:00:00.000+04:00 7 best early Prime Day tech deals in UAE 2026: DJI Osmo Pocket 3, Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 lead picks BestBuys-Home-and-Kitchen https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/why-btss-music-videos-feel-like-films-decoding-merry-go-round-sugas-storm-and-the-carousel-of-emotions-1.500582105 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/9t8zqrqj/tannies.jpeg Often read as a meditation on separation and distance, Merry Go Round brings the sensation of being caught in cycles that feel impossible to escape, where adulthood itself becomes a spinning ride you can’t quite step off. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T07:00:00.000+04:00 Why BTS’s music videos feel like films: Decoding Merry Go Round, Suga’s storm and the carousel of emotions Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/what-you-should-know-about-moving-between-uae-dirhams-and-digital-assets-1.500579938 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-19/1meqnft3/shutterstock1170396109.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-19/u8f4yu52/KYC-1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-22T07:00:00.000+04:00 What you should know about moving between UAE dirhams and digital assets Banking, Native https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/brent-crude-drops-to-79-oil-markets-mixed-as-iran-israel-announce-halt-of-offensive-easing-war-fears-1.500582232 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/ebulnyyq/Oil_1719abfa314_original_ratio.jpg Oil futures fell on Monday (June 22, 2026) of hopes of stability as both Iran and Israel announced a halt to military operations while US-Iran talks are ongoing in Lucerne, Switzerland. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/7ytzay2t/Screenshot-2026-06-22-at-9.34.22-AM.png Key crude prices as of 10.33am Tokyo time on Monday, June 22, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T05:48:56.019+04:00 Brent crude drops to $79: Oil markets mixed as Iran, Israel announce halt of offensive, easing war fears Energy, Mena https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/lamine-yamal-breaks-messis-record-as-spain-crush-saudi-arabia-1.500582115 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/o8eciytl/preview.jpg Spain's Lamine Yamal celebrates after scoring his side's opening goal during the World Cup Group H soccer match between Spain and Saudi Arabia in Atlanta, Sunday, June 21, 2026. (AP Photo/Erik S.Lesser) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/o8eciytl/preview.jpg Spain's Lamine Yamal celebrates after scoring his side's opening goal during the World Cup Group H soccer match between Spain and Saudi Arabia in Atlanta, Sunday, June 21, 2026. (AP Photo/Erik S.Lesser) Gulf News en 2026-06-22T05:32:00.000+04:00 Lamine Yamal breaks Messi's record as Spain crush Saudi Arabia World Cup, football https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-us-agree-roadmap-to-final-deal-within-60-days-qatar-pakistan-mediators-1.500582214 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/ccuuz3i4/newsml_afp_com_20260621T144937Z_doc_b7t67xw.jpeg US Vice President JD Vance speaks (R) looks on next to US President's son-in-law Jared Kushner (L) prior to a quadrilateral meeting between the United States, Iran, Pakistan and Qatar at the Burgenstock luxury hotel complex overlooking Lake Lucerne, Switzerland, on June 21, 2026, as part of high-level talks aimed at advancing a deal to end the Middle East conflict. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T05:31:25.326+04:00 Iran, US agree roadmap to final deal within 60 days: Qatar, Pakistan mediators Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/ship-traffic-slows-as-strait-of-hormuz-uncertainty-deepens-1.500582139 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-12/f4ovi7mu/preview.jpg A small motorboat passes anchored vessels in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas, Iran, on June 11, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T05:27:00.000+04:00 Ship traffic slows as Strait of Hormuz uncertainty deepens Mena, World, Americas, Gulf, Iran, americas, Gulf https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/irans-challenges-at-world-cup-swirl-outside-draw-with-belgium-1.500582180 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/ihr5j5qb/preview.jpg An Iranian fan is removed from the pitch by security at the end of the World Cup Group G soccer match between Belgium and Iran in Inglewood, Calif., near Los Angeles, Sunday, June 21, 2026. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull) Gulf News en 2026-06-22T05:15:13.995+04:00 Iran's challenges at World Cup swirl outside draw with Belgium iran world cup belgium protest https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/russian-occupied-crimea-suspends-fuel-sales-moscow-backed-governor-1.500581615 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/3whwwy1l/2000x1333.webp Cars line up at a petrol station in Simferopol, Crimea, last week. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/swv3s9fu/2000x1333.webp Cars line up at a petrol station in Simferopol, Crimea, last week. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T05:01:17.246+04:00 Russian-occupied Crimea suspends fuel sales: Moscow-backed governor Europe https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/beyond-plastic-the-next-circular-economy-challenge-1.500579108 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-19/8hmv1730/OPN-Beyond-plastic-Read-Only.jpg Recycled, recyclable, and compostable alternatives to conventional plastics all have a role to play in reducing waste and supporting more sustainable consumption. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T05:01:00.000+04:00 Beyond plastic: The next circular economy challenge Op-Eds, Environment, Environment https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/uae-residents-rethink-loans-credit-cards-as-rising-costs-change-borrowing-habits-1.500581888 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/08/12/Stock-Personal-Loan_191458ed882_large.jpg UAE consumers are becoming more selective about borrowing decisions as higher costs and changing spending patterns reshape demand for loans, credit cards and other forms of financing. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T05:00:00.000+04:00 UAE residents rethink loans, credit cards as rising costs change borrowing habits economy, Your Money, UAE banks https://gulfnews.com/uae/uaes-under-15-social-media-ban-what-tiktok-instagram-snapchat-facebook-x-must-do-and-penalties-if-they-dont-1.500582129 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/01/31/Children-using-social-media-stock_18d6006c810_large.jpg Photo used for illustrative purposes Gulf News en 2026-06-22T05:00:00.000+04:00 UAE's under-15 social media ban: What TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat, Facebook, X must do and penalties if they don't UAE, Media, UAE, technology, social media, Education, UAE schools, Health https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/house-of-the-dragon-season-3-review-the-game-of-thrones-prequel-finally-roars-in-fire-blood-and-grief-1.500582026 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/mce2qqz6/emma.jpeg Emma D'Arcy as Rhaenyra. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T05:00:00.000+04:00 House of the Dragon Season 3 review: The Game of Thrones prequel finally roars in fire, blood and grief Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/israeli-military-says-killed-two-near-west-bank-settlement-1.500582164 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-19/4xj7n0e3/newsml_afp_com_20260619T125603Z_doc_b7mn4hb.jpeg Protesters and local Palestinian landowners, who say some of their land was taken for the newly built Mount Tarousa settlement (background), run from tear gas fired by Israeli security forces blocking a road leading to the hilltop during a rally against the settlement near Dura in the Israeli-occupied West Bank on June 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T04:49:38.730+04:00 Israeli military says killed two near West Bank settlement Mena https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/yamal-kickstarts-spain-world-cup-bid-as-cape-verde-stun-uruguay-1.500581609 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/7t6ubnpa/newsml_afp_com_20260621T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282676207.jpeg Spain got their World Cup campaign back on track with a 4-0 thrashing of Saudi Arabia on Sunday as debutants Cape Verde conjured another memorable performance to snatch a draw with Uruguay. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/nwpjgo7v/newsml_afp_com_20260621T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282676119.jpeg Lamine Yamal #19 of Spain during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H match between Spain and Saudi Arabia at Atlanta Stadium on June 21, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T04:32:06.112+04:00 Yamal kickstarts Spain World Cup bid as Cape Verde stun Uruguay World Cup https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/brexit-sent-uk-firms-looking-beyond-europe-and-dubai-became-the-winner-1.500581740 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-20/ykahbuzu/newsml_afp_com_20260620T020018Z_doc_b7nb7kj.jpeg A man waves both a Union flag and a European flag together on College Green outside The Houses of Parliament at an anti-Brexit protest in central London on June 28, 2016. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/02/09/brexit-1644418683206_17edefdd17b_large.jpg A person holds a banner as anti-brexit demonstrators protest outside the Houses of Parliament, in London, Britain February 9, 2022. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-22/byyrup7n/image00005.jpg Katy Keenan, CEO of the British Chamber of Commerce Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-19/j5d99d7h/Dr_Jelena_Janjusevic_18e75b7e210_author.jpg Dr Jelena Janjusevic https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/d8ebl1ko/brexit_16fff3ba7ce_original_ratio.jpg Brexit supporters celebrate during a rally outside Stormont in Belfast, Northern Ireland as Britain left the European Union on Friday, Jan. 31, 2020. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T04:00:00.000+04:00 Brexit sent UK firms looking beyond Europe, and Dubai became the winner economy, Brexit https://gulfnews.com/business/property/abu-dhabi-to-host-the-forbes-middle-east-building-the-future-summit-2026-1.500582190 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/5jj9lhw0/IMG5452.jpeg An aerial view of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Gulf News en 2026-06-22T03:56:31.281+04:00 Abu Dhabi unveils Dh200 billion mega buildout: 600+ projects to transform housing, transport, healthcare and turn Emirate into global hub Property https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/world-cup-what-to-know-messi-mbappe-and-haaland-back-in-action-1.500582177 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/9esxkzu6/preview.jpg Argentina's Lionel Messi (10) celebrates after scoring their second goal during the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Algeria in Kansas City, Mo., Tuesday, June 16, 2026. (AP Photo/Reed Hoffmann) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-17/crq562r6/newsml_afp_com_20260616T000000Z_PH_GTY_2282070367.jpeg Erling Haaland #9 of Norway during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group I match between IR Iran and Norway at Boston Stadium on June 16, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/v0pntak6/newsml_afp_com_20260621T195610Z_doc_b7tp8kq.jpeg France's forward #10 Kylian Mbappe arrives at an MD-1 press conference at the Philadelphia Stadium in Philadelphia on June 21, 2026, on the eve of the 2026 World Cup Group I football match between France and Iraq. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T03:28:29.565+04:00 World Cup what to know: Messi, Mbappe and Haaland back in action world cup schedule results news https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/egypt-pakistan-saudi-arabia-türkiye-affirm-us-iran-agreement-should-ensure-security-and-stability-of-gulf-region-1.500582063 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-30/9rfohssd/FM-meeting.jpg Pakistan Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar with Foreign Ministers of Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Türkiye in Islamabad. File photo Gulf News en 2026-06-22T02:22:04.901+04:00 Egypt, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye affirm US-Iran agreement should ensure security and stability of Gulf region Mena https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/toy-story-5-rakes-in-the-biggest-box-office-debut-of-the-year-with-a-franchise-best-160-million-1.500582046 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/4w6hu7cy/preview.jpg Tom Hanks, left, and Tim Allen pose for photographers with people costumed as the characters Woody and Buzz Lightyear upon arrival at a launch event for the film 'Toy Story 5' on Thursday, May 28, 2026, in London. (Photo by Millie Turner/Invision/AP) Gulf News en 2026-06-22T02:11:40.988+04:00 'Toy Story 5' rakes in the biggest box-office debut of the year with a franchise-best $160 million Toy Story 5 box office Disclosure Day Obsession https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/qatar/explosion-at-qatars-ras-laffan-industrial-zone-leaves-several-injured-1.500582131 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-28/0omsauk3/Qatar_gas_17820bf6a24_original_ratio.jpg An explosion at a factory in Qatar injured 54 people and left 18 missing, the Gulf state's interior ministry said Monday. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T02:08:27.845+04:00 Qatar factory explosion injures 54: interior ministry Qatar, Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-says-repairs-to-begin-immediately-for-washington-pool-renovation-1.500581524 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/x6fnjmtm/newsml_afp_com_20260603T000000Z_PH_GTY_2279678843.jpeg President Donald Trump displays a rendering of his proposed renovations to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool during an event in the Oval Office of the White House on June 03, 2026 in Washington, DC. The landmark is being painted as part of President Trump's efforts to repair Washington D.C. in preparation for the Nation's 250th birthday. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T02:04:59.145+04:00 Trump says repairs to begin 'immediately' for Washington pool renovation Americas https://gulfnews.com/sport/uae-riders-claim-top-three-spots-in-emirates-global-endurance-series-opener-in-france-1.500582135 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/dl5qatsv/vv104sk11ka1rd9po.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-22T02:01:30.719+04:00 UAE riders claim top three spots in Emirates Global Endurance Series opener in France Sport https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/7-killed-and-dozens-injured-following-series-of-weekend-shootings-in-chicago-1.500582111 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/30f2bytb/preview.jpg FILE - The Chicago city skyline is seen Aug. 27, 2025. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley, File) Gulf News en 2026-06-22T01:58:09.713+04:00 7 killed and dozens injured following series of weekend shootings in Chicago chicago shooting trump pritzker https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/european-heatwave-sweeps-across-continent-1.500582138 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/jsnhabz0/FRANCE_5_1660227027286_1828d3e0176_original_ratio.jpg Volunteer farmers help to fight against flames at a wildfire near Belin-Beliet, southwestern France. Wildfires have broken out across Europe this summer as successive heatwaves bake the continent, bring record temperatures and renew focus on climate change risks to industry and livelihoods. Gulf News en 2026-06-22T01:38:30.368+04:00 European heatwave sweeps across continent Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/qatar/massive-explosion-at-qatar-factory-no-gas-leaks-reported-1.500582130 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-06/gat1g2jk/Qatarflag Technical malfunction triggers Qatar factory blast; injuries reported, no gas leak Gulf News en 2026-06-21T23:57:31.514+04:00 Qatar factory explosion leaves several injured, no gas leak detected Qatar, Qatar https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/usiran-talks-iranian-delegation-skips-photo-op-after-trumps-latest-threats-1.500582120 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/9c6i8blo/newsml_afp_com_20260621T144504Z_doc_b7t67xa.jpeg Iran's delegation including Minister of Foreign Affairs of Iran Abbas Araghchi (C) and Speaker of the Islamic Parliament of Iran, Mohammed Bagher Ghalibaf (2ndR) arrive for a quadrilateral meeting between the United States, Iran, Pakistan and Qatar at the Burgenstock luxury hotel complex near Lake Lucerne, Switzerland, on June 21, 2026, as part of talks aimed at advancing a deal to end the Middle East conflict. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/km1yj5s1/newsml_afp_com_20260621T183141Z_doc_b7tk2th.jpeg US Vice President JD Vance looks on next to U.S. President Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner, as Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi shakes hands with Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, prior to a quadrilateral meeting between the United States, Iran, Pakistan and Qatar at the Burgenstock luxury hotel complex overlooking Lake Lucerne, Switzerland, on June 21, 2026, as part of high-level talks aimed at advancing a deal to end the Middle East conflict. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/aeifdpie/newsml_afp_com_20260621T173042Z_doc_b7tf6py.jpeg US Vice President JD Vance listens to US President Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner as they attend a quadrilateral meeting between the United States, Iran, Pakistan and Qatar at the Burgenstock luxury hotel complex overlooking Lake Lucerne, Switzerland, on June 21, 2026, as part of high-level talks aimed at advancing a deal to end the Middle East conflict. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/aeds9bq1/newsml_afp_com_20260621T173000Z_doc_b7te68e.jpeg US Vice President JD Vance attends a quadrilateral meeting between the United States, Iran, Pakistan and Qatar at the Burgenstock luxury hotel complex overlooking Lake Lucerne, Switzerland, on June 21, 2026, as part of high-level talks aimed at advancing a deal to end the Middle East conflict. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/ccuuz3i4/newsml_afp_com_20260621T144937Z_doc_b7t67xw.jpeg US Vice President JD Vance speaks (R) looks on next to US President's son-in-law Jared Kushner (L) prior to a quadrilateral meeting between the United States, Iran, Pakistan and Qatar at the Burgenstock luxury hotel complex overlooking Lake Lucerne, Switzerland, on June 21, 2026, as part of high-level talks aimed at advancing a deal to end the Middle East conflict. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/dqxc5iqy/newsml_afp_com_20260621T142317Z_doc_b7t32qt.jpeg US Vice President JD Vance looks on prior to a quadrilateral meeting between the United States, Iran, Pakistan and Qatar at the Burgenstock luxury hotel complex overlooking Lake Lucerne, Switzerland, on June 21, 2026, as part of high-level talks aimed at advancing a deal to end the Middle East conflict. Gulf News en 2026-06-21T23:34:33.080+04:00 US–Iran talks: Iranian delegation skips photo-op after Trump’s latest threats Mena, Pakistan, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/digital-dubai-boosts-global-city-ranking-to-top-5-with-dh1-trillion-value-brand-finance-1.500582112 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/3xsy8jn5/Stock_Dubai_skyline_179743d6c72_original_ratio.jpg Digital Dubai powers emirate’s rise to top five global city brands with nearly Dh1 trillion value https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/vp5sxryv/HLWmo9IbMAA-9bN.jpg Brand Finance study credits Digital Dubai with Dh31 billion boost as city climbs global place brand rankings Gulf News en 2026-06-21T22:54:10.059+04:00 Digital Dubai boosts global city ranking to top 5 with Dh1 trillion value: Brand Finance UAE, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/fifa-world-cup-2026-yamal-scores-as-spain-beat-saudi-arabia-4-0-1.500582094 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/pazxh1wf/preview.jpg Spain's Lamine Yamal celebrates after scoring his side's opening goal during the World Cup Group H soccer match between Spain and Saudi Arabia in Atlanta, Sunday, June 21, 2026. (AP Photo/Erik S.Lesser) Gulf News en 2026-06-21T22:14:53.175+04:00 FIFA World Cup 2026: Yamal scores as Spain beat Saudi Arabia 4-0 World Cup, football, Saudi Arabia, FIFA World Cup, spain https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/loggerhead-sea-turtle-returns-to-birthplace-in-omans-beach-after-12-years-1.500582053 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/neztpwfl/Turtule.jpg Oman's environmental specialists have recorded the return of a loggerhead sea turtle to a nesting beach on Masirah Island 12 years after it was first tagged. Gulf News en 2026-06-21T21:31:13.878+04:00 Loggerhead sea turtle returns to birthplace in Oman's beach after 12 years Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-police-win-16-awards-for-innovation-and-excellence-in-uae-1.500582013 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/j9vulh9x/Dubai-Police-Wins-16-Awards-at-Dubai-Quality-Group-Awards Dubai Police celebrate winning 16 awards at the Dubai Quality Group Awards. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/15bw4qhg/شرطة-دبي-تحصد-16-جائزة-ضمن-Dubai-Police-Wins-16-Awards-at-Dubai-Quality-Group-Awardsجوائز-مجموعة-دبي-5.jpg Dubai Police celebrate winning 16 awards at the Dubai Quality Group Awards. Gulf News en 2026-06-21T21:16:53.541+04:00 Dubai Police win 16 awards for innovation and excellence in UAE UAE, Dubai, Dubai Police https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/what-washington-wants-from-fresh-iran-talks-on-nuclear-programme-hormuz-and-hezbollah-1.500582032 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/n0c6h98w/newsml_afp_com_20260621T135736Z_doc_b7t32p7.jpeg US Vice-President JD Vance (left) speaks next to Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Qatar's Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdul Rahman bin Jassim Al Thani at the start of a quadrilateral meeting between the United States, Iran, Pakistan and Qatar at the Burgenstock luxury hotel complex overlooking Lake Lucerne, Switzerland, on June 21, 2026 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/3ja7twj0/newsml_afp_com_20260621T141355Z_doc_b7t3668.jpeg US Vice President JD Vance delivers a speech during a quadrilateral meeting between the United States, Iran, Pakistan and Qatar at the Burgenstock luxury hotel complex near Lake Lucerne, Switzerland, on June 21, 2026, as part of talks aimed at advancing a deal to end the Middle East conflict. Gulf News en 2026-06-21T20:49:14.058+04:00 What Washington wants from fresh Iran talks on nuclear programme, Hormuz and Hezbollah Mena, Americas, Gulf, Pakistan, Qatar, Donald Trump, Israel, Iran, americas, Qatar https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-to-issue-guidelines-on-public-behaviour-and-celebrations-1.500582020 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/8jt94tnq/Civility-Committee.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-21T20:16:29.003+04:00 Dubai to issue guidelines on public behaviour and celebrations UAE, Government, UAE, Dubai, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/abu-dhabi-gets-new-direct-flights-from-navi-mumbai-as-indian-airline-launches-route-1.500582008 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/6lrku4r4/202606213833247.jpg Air India Express to operate direct Navi Mumbai-Abu Dhabi flights from July 15. Gulf News en 2026-06-21T20:05:54.759+04:00 Abu Dhabi gets new direct flights from Navi Mumbai as Indian airline launches route Aviation, Travel, travel, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/uae/forbes-middle-east-summit-2026-abu-dhabis-dh255b-infrastructure-bet-in-focus-1.500581998 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/yo85b4ru/IMG5684.jpeg Forbes Middle East gathers 3,000 leaders to map next-generation cities and investment Gulf News en 2026-06-21T19:52:41.257+04:00 Forbes Middle East Summit 2026: Abu Dhabi’s Dh255b infrastructure bet in focus UAE, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/uae/how-encrypted-satellite-channels-are-pirated-and-their-content-stolen-online-1.500581956 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/qeo1pfdj/Password_manager_colleagues_1799924820e_original_ratio.jpeg From hacked receivers to rogue IPTV: the hidden machinery of TV signal theft Gulf News en 2026-06-21T19:42:42.913+04:00 How encrypted satellite channels are pirated and their content stolen online UAE, UAE, technology https://gulfnews.com/sport/dubai-schoolboy-watches-haaland-score-at-world-cup-after-viral-post-1.500581964 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/2urrj3q3/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-17-at-05.43.53.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/t3zz0csh/WhatsApp_Image_2026_06_13_at_00_22_43.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/kq82snif/WhatsApp_Image_2026_06_17_at_05_42_41.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-21T19:31:54.490+04:00 Dubai schoolboy watches Haaland score at World Cup after viral post Sport, World Cup, Football, football, Manchester City, FIFA World Cup, Erling Haaland https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/cbse-class-12-results-update-verification-and-re-evaluation-results-released-in-phases-1.500581963 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-15/hou7nsmy/CBSEstudents Students urged to rely on official CBSE updates amid phased result rollout Gulf News en 2026-06-21T19:13:14.448+04:00 CBSE Class 12 results update: Verification and re-evaluation results released in phases Education, CBSE, india, Education, UAE schools https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/jd-vances-favourite-indian-pakistani-people-remark-at-usiran-talks-goes-viral-1.500581919 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-21/h2bg9rfx/newsml_afp_com_20260621T134245Z_doc_b7t23gj.jpeg US Vice President JD Vance’s joke about wife and Pakistan Army chief steals spotlight from Iran talks Gulf News en 2026-06-21T18:19:34.385+04:00 JD Vance’s 'favourite' Indian, Pakistani people remark at US–Iran talks goes viral Americas, Pakistan, india, Iran, viral, US-Israel-Iran war