https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/kuwait-demands-two-iran-embassy-staff-leave-after-deadly-attack-2-1.500561485 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/78hwzk8n/HJ0rXcEXMAAMZO2.jpg USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) transits the Arabian Sea as the aircraft carrier continues to support the US blockade against Iran. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/80rlcp40/newsml_afp_com_20260603T151159Z_doc_b4w32rr.jpeg This handout photo provided by the Kuwaiti News Agency (KUNA) on June 3, 2026 shows Kuwaiti Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad al-Abdullah al-Sabah (2R) inspecting the damaged airport after an Iranian attack, in Kuwait City. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/80rlcp40/newsml_afp_com_20260603T151159Z_doc_b4w32rr.jpeg This handout photo provided by the Kuwaiti News Agency (KUNA) on June 3, 2026 shows Kuwaiti Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad al-Abdullah al-Sabah (2R) inspecting the damaged airport after an Iranian attack, in Kuwait City. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/80lg8dm8/HJ3fkDPXkAA3jH6.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/r0tibsg9/gulfnews2026-06-02qxweexhuhellfire-tanker.avif A forward-looking infrared radar image shows the moment before a US aircraft disabled the empty Iran-bound crude oil tanker with a Hellfire missile hit to its engine room. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T22:24:16.479+04:00 Kuwait demands two Iran embassy staff leave after deadly attack Mena, Americas, Donald Trump, iran nuclear programme, hezbollah, Israel, Lebanon, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-expresses-solidarity-with-india-conveys-condolences-over-victims-of-hotel-fire-in-new-delhi-1.500562444 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/b5d1gam7/newsml_afp_com_20260603T094650Z_doc_b4ul9bm.jpeg Forensics team members take photographs of the site following a fire that broke out at a hotel in New Delhi on June 3, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T21:47:18.979+04:00 UAE expresses solidarity with India, conveys condolences over victims of hotel fire in New Delhi UAE, India https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/adx-fintechtv-launch-menas-first-global-financial-news-studio-linking-abu-dhabi-and-wall-street-1.500562480 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/f0fhguul/download.webp The collaboration makes FINTECH.TV the first global financial media company to maintain a daily broadcast presence at ADX. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T21:45:20.135+04:00 ADX, FINTECH.TV launch Mena’s first global financial news studio linking Abu Dhabi and Wall Street Markets, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/sabalenka-fell-into-dark-hole-during-french-open-loss-1.500562376 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/yswu7tgv/newsml_afp_com_20260603T150337Z_doc_b4w77ke.jpeg Aryna Sabalenka reacts during a press conference after being defeated by Diana Shnaider during their women's quarter final singles match on day 11 of the French Open tennis tournament on Court Philippe-Chatrier at the Roland-Garros Complex in Paris on June 3, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/yswu7tgv/newsml_afp_com_20260603T150337Z_doc_b4w77ke.jpeg Aryna Sabalenka reacts during a press conference after being defeated by Diana Shnaider during their women's quarter final singles match on day 11 of the French Open tennis tournament on Court Philippe-Chatrier at the Roland-Garros Complex in Paris on June 3, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T21:38:08.682+04:00 Sabalenka fell into 'dark hole' during French Open loss Tennis, Tennis https://gulfnews.com/uae/abdullah-bin-zayed-holds-phone-call-with-kuwaiti-fm-1.500562490 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/ndyxk56s/12604a4n1ka1n04po.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-03T21:25:23.298+04:00 Abdullah bin Zayed holds phone call with Kuwaiti FM UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-residents-help-sharjah-police-reunite-non-verbal-boy-with-his-family-1.500562347 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/5scy83wf/Sharjah Sharjah skyline. Photo used for illustrative purposes Gulf News en 2026-06-03T19:37:51.294+04:00 UAE residents help Sharjah police reunite non-verbal boy with his family UAE, UAE, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/edsa-manilas-busiest-highway-undergoes-rehabilitation-latest-updates-1.500561789 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/l9rf62jh/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-2.30.02-PM.png The DPWH has already begun preparations for Phase 2, which will cover the remaining sections of EDSA from Makati to Monumento in Caloocan City. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/hbx1yiy2/Screenshot_2026_06_02_at_2_25_34_PM.png An aerial shot of Guadalupe Bridge on EDSA. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/lkw8xoo8/Screenshot_2026_06_02_at_2_25_17_PM.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/h9fnm0ve/Screenshot_2026_06_02_at_2_32_54_PM.png The revised plan shortened the timeline from an earlier two-year proposal to about eight months and reduced projected costs from roughly P17 billion to about P5.8 billion through selective concrete reblocking, asphalt overlaying and the adoption of newer construction technologies. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-08/fn5j907u/Screen-Shot-2025-07-07-at-1.57.18-PM.png A street view of EDSA, which connects 16 cities and a municipality comprising the national capital region, Metro Manila. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/l9rf62jh/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-2.30.02-PM.png The DPWH has already begun preparations for Phase 2, which will cover the remaining sections of EDSA from Makati to Monumento in Caloocan City. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/15geifo7/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-2.38.45-PM.png The DPWH has already begun preparations for Phase 2, which will cover the remaining sections of EDSA from Makati to Monumento in Caloocan City. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/hc96htu8/Screenshot_2026_06_02_at_2_38_11_PM.png The DPWH has already begun preparations for Phase 2, which will cover the remaining sections of EDSA from Makati to Monumento in Caloocan City. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/jig3na2x/Screenshot_2026_06_02_at_2_37_27_PM.png Current Status: Phase 1 (from Roxas Boulevard, Pasay to Orense Street, Makati) is now 60%complete. Sidewalk construction along key sections is expected to conclude. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/dx7ah9p7/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-2.36.34-PM.png The DPWH has already begun preparations for Phase 2, which will cover the remaining sections of EDSA from Makati to Monumento in Caloocan City. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/fmmkufcm/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-2.36.25-PM.png An aerial view of Monumento, in Caloocan, one of the constituent cities of Metro Manila. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/t1x30gt1/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-2.35.59-PM.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/6bmi7g3t/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-2.34.36-PM.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/dau7i0be/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-2.34.07-PM.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/txvxtv1p/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-2.33.54-PM.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/qczsnc5d/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-2.33.39-PM.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/ta44cu23/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-2.32.54-PM.png The revised plan shortened the timeline from an earlier two-year proposal to about eight months and reduced projected costs from roughly P17 billion to about P5.8 billion through selective concrete reblocking, asphalt overlaying and the adoption of newer construction technologies. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/p68zl95i/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-2.32.44-PM.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/1uclnc6l/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-2.32.01-PM.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/r936hsk3/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-2.30.28-PM.png Phase 1 of the EDSA rehabilitation, covering the stretch from Roxas Boulevard in Pasay City to Orense Street in Makati, was nearing completion nearly two months ahead of its original target date, as per the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/l9rf62jh/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-2.30.02-PM.png The DPWH has already begun preparations for Phase 2, which will cover the remaining sections of EDSA from Makati to Monumento in Caloocan City. Bidding for the second phase opened in April as officials seek to maintain the project’s accelerated timetable. The next stage will include asphalt overlaying, pavement repairs, lane-marking upgrades and continued sidewalk improvements. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/7piyy16c/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-2.29.32-PM.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/sngqyt2t/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-2.28.53-PM.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/0j5b49gg/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-2.28.11-PM.png The bus lane on the https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/g1wjq13v/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-2.25.49-PM.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/5lhk2e0p/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-2.25.17-PM.png Rehabilitation work on EDSA. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T19:31:51.888+04:00 Finally fixing EDSA: Inside the massive rebuild of Manila’s most congested highway Philippines https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-pm-visits-international-airports-t1-to-inspect-damage-caused-by-iranian-attack-1.500562358 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/mmg7h2g2/newsml_afp_com_20260603T151228Z_doc_b4w32rn.jpeg This handout photo provided by the Kuwaiti News Agency (KUNA) on June 3, 2026 shows Kuwaiti Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad al-Abdullah al-Sabah (C) inspecting the damaged airport after an Iranian attack, in Kuwait City. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T19:17:32.063+04:00 Kuwait PM visits International Airport’s T1 to inspect damage caused by Iranian attack Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/iraq-races-to-expand-alternative-oil-export-routes-as-hormuz-crisis-cripples-revenues-1.500562339 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/q87gl7c1/opn_edits_17dbd4cd475_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-03T19:00:23.319+04:00 Iraq races to expand alternative oil export routes as Hormuz crisis cripples revenues Energy, Markets, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/pakistan-brings-back-early-closing-hours-as-fuel-saving-drive-returns-1.500562336 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/09/22/pakistan-22-1632320847501_17c0de77ed6_large.jpg Shoppers walk through an atrium at the Dolmen Mall Clifton in Karachi, on September 20, 2021. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T18:55:07.270+04:00 Pakistan brings back early closing hours as fuel-saving drive returns Pakistan, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-alert-dust-and-low-visibility-forecast-through-saturday-as-winds-strengthen-1.500562322 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/py4i6lwh/Dusty_weather_in_Dubai__15th_July_2022___1820244ff4f_original_ratio.jpg Dusty conditions and reduced horizontal visibility are expected from today through Saturday as north-westerly winds strengthen across the country. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T18:53:21.500+04:00 UAE weather alert: Dust and low visibility forecast through Saturday as winds strengthen Weather, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/record-number-of-climbers-scale-everest-this-season-1.500562319 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/xgnwba30/newsml_afp_com_20260603T114647Z_doc_b4v67g9.jpeg This photograph taken on May 20, 2026, shows mountaineers climbing a slope lined up during their ascent to summit Mount Everest in Nepal. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T18:35:38.858+04:00 Record number of climbers scale Everest this season Asia, Nepal https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/jazeera-airways-resumes-flights-from-kuwait-airports-terminal-5-after-security-clearance-1.500562284 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/0wyeselx/Jazeera-Airways.jpg Kuwaiti low-cost carrier Jazeera Airways resumed commercial flights from Terminal 5 at Kuwait International Airport on Wednesday after receiving full security clearance from the relevant authorities. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T18:19:36.639+04:00 Jazeera Airways resumes flights from Kuwait Airport's Terminal 5 after security clearance Aviation, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/uk-police-review-race-plan-amid-anger-over-treatment-of-dying-student-2-1.500562241 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/w16kbc8h/preview.jpg In this image taken from PA Video, police and protestors clash during a protest following the death of Henry Nowak, a 18-year-old student stabbed to death with a Sikh kirpan ceremonial by Vickrum Digwa, in Southampton, England, Tuesday June 2, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T17:54:26.095+04:00 UK police review race plan amid anger over treatment of dying student Europe, UK https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/gcc-arab-states-denounce-iran-s-heinous-aggression-against-kuwait-bahrain-1.500562255 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/wwapgce1/kuwaiti.jpeg Kuwait’s Defence Minister Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al Salem Al Sabah visited on Wednesday those injured in the Iranian attack that targeted civilian and vital facilities, including Kuwait International Airport. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T17:53:26.222+04:00 GCC, Arab states denounce Iran’s heinous aggression against Kuwait, Bahrain Gulf, Mena, Iran, Gulf https://gulfnews.com/sport/dzanan-musa-we-have-missed-the-people-of-dubai-1.500562134 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/c7fglks0/Dzanan-Musa-2.jpg Dazana Musa was Dubai Basketball's highest point scorer while the team were away in Bosnia https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/syul6ury/Dzanan_Musa_1.jpg Musa feels the Dubai team is more united than ever ahead of the Finals https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/mvukzbqw/Dzanan-Musa-4.jpg Musa believes Dubai will rise to the occasion in their return Gulf News en 2026-06-03T17:51:05.364+04:00 Dzanan Musa: “We have missed the people of Dubai" Sport, UAE-Sport, UAE, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/egyptair-cancels-flights-to-kuwait-airport-wednesday-thursday-after-iranian-attack-1.500562091 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/s4k2227g/Egypt-Air.jpg EgyptAir has cancelled all flights to Kuwait International Airport on Wednesday and Thursday following an Iranian attack that targeted the airport, citing concerns for passenger safety amid ongoing regional tensions. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T17:42:42.889+04:00 EgyptAir cancels flights to Kuwait Airport Wednesday, Thursday after Iranian attack Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/m42-arcera-team-up-to-boost-medicine-and-biotech-growth-in-abu-dhabi-1.500562184 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/fjbb6fxb/5e6fee27-23a1-431a-add5-8c3d0a2f9311.jpeg Deal focuses on genetics, AI and better access to advanced treatments. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T17:31:55.158+04:00 M42, Arcera team up to boost medicine and biotech growth in Abu Dhabi Health https://gulfnews.com/uae/excellence-awards-2026-announces-jury-1.500562217 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/ozc1jex5/NAT-250614-Excellence-Award-Trophies-VSAKLANI-11.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/cup4iiwn/H.E.-Badreya-Al-Maidoor-Assistant-Undersecretary-for-Support-Services-at-the-Ministry-of-Economy.jpg Badreya Al Maidoor, Assistant Undersecretary of the Support Services Sector at the Ministry of Economy https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/li7kvehp/Shaikha-Mutawa.jpg Shaikha Ebrahim Al Mutawa, Director of Hospitality Affairs at the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/3lq9fddj/Official-Photo.JPG Shaikha Al Beshri, Senior Manager of Business Awards at Dubai Chambers https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/4sg5qocr/Madhurima-Nigam.jpg Wellness entrepreneur Madhurima Nigam Gulf News en 2026-06-03T17:27:35.712+04:00 Excellence Awards 2026 announces jury UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/property/abu-dhabi-confirms-freeze-on-5-rent-increases-on-these-properties-for-now-1.500562169 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-09/3g0yyudg/Abudhabiskyline-2026 Abu dhabi skyline Gulf News en 2026-06-03T16:57:43.156+04:00 Abu Dhabi confirms freeze on 5% rent increases on these properties for now Property, Government, Living-Housing, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/safety-security/dubai-regulates-how-enforcement-officers-use-cameras-to-document-violations-heres-what-you-need-to-know-1.500562172 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/117ai1qy/Body-camera Gulf News en 2026-06-03T16:57:10.993+04:00 Dubai regulates how enforcement officers use cameras to document violations - here's what you need to know Living-Safety-Security, UAE, UAE laws https://gulfnews.com/uae/indian-expat-murdered-after-tiktok-war-sharjah-police-confirm-arrests-1.500562055 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/fdtjvxut/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-03-at-2.09.29-PM.jpeg Ismail Ponnan Ibrahim Kutty https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/23e7ts19/WhatsApp_Image_2026_06_03_at_4_08_24_PM.jpeg The area where the street flight reportedly took place. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T16:56:56.916+04:00 Indian expat murdered after 'TikTok war' in Sharjah; suspects held UAE, India, Crime, UAE, kerala, Indian expats, india, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/zverev-relishes-best-chance-of-winning-a-grand-slam-title-1.500562185 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/09/12/Alexander-Zverev-_174801ecf5f_large.jpg Alexander Zverev Gulf News en 2026-06-03T16:55:54.003+04:00 Zverev relishes best chance of winning a Grand Slam title Tennis https://gulfnews.com/uae/environment/abu-dhabi-boosts-wildlife-protection-with-new-global-partnership-1.500562159 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/gq9ryp9e/fe3fa7c4-52e0-4053-9a5d-c68cde43ad8a.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-03T16:45:19.212+04:00 Abu Dhabi boosts wildlife protection with new global partnership Environment https://gulfnews.com/uae/60-days-left-to-apply-for-uaes-parent-friendly-label-1.500562130 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/fqib3ihf/60-DAYS-TO-APPLY-FOR-PARENT-FRIENDLY-LABEL-IN-CYCLE-4.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-03T16:30:18.706+04:00 60 days left to apply for UAE’s Parent-friendly Label UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-skills-platform-to-develop-1700-future-skills-for-200000-students-1.500562120 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/6buypvok/Emirati-UAE-worker-workforce-STOCK MoHRE says platform links education, skills and labour market demands. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T16:26:57.886+04:00 UAE Skills Platform to develop 1,700 future skills for 200,000 students Education https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/messi-neymar-on-the-recovery-path-as-coaches-plans-revealed-1.500562097 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/w3lbd181/Barcelona_s_Lionel_Messi_controls_the_ball_on_the_edge_of_the_penalty_area_during_the_Spanish_La_Lig.jpg Messi caressing the ball during his good old Barcelona days Gulf News en 2026-06-03T16:07:36.314+04:00 Messi, Neymar on the recovery path as coaches’ plans revealed Football https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/no-sms-no-tickets-abu-dhabi-rolls-out-ai-powered-smart-parking-1.500562061 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/07/28/NAT-AD-PARKING-1595932532290_17394fdde44_large.jpg AI system starts parking sessions automatically with Dh15 daily cap. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T16:06:22.407+04:00 No SMS, no tickets: Abu Dhabi rolls out AI-powered smart parking Transport https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/aamir-khan-to-marry-girlfriend-gauri-spratt-in-july-report-1.500562074 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 2026-06-03T15:49:40.205+04:00 Aamir Khan to marry girlfriend Gauri Spratt in July: Report Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/dubai-gold-price-falls-dh7-per-gram-but-frequent-fluctuations-confuse-buyers-1.500562045 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-17/eq479ykv/gold-alo1255.jpg For consumers planning wedding purchases, gold gifts, investment bars or jewellery upgrades, the challenge is no longer simply whether prices are high or low. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T15:43:16.692+04:00 Dubai gold price falls Dh7 per gram, but frequent fluctuations confuse buyers Retail, Markets, UAE Gold, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/danube-properties-expands-uk-presence-to-boost-dubai-real-estate-access-for-uk-investors-1.500562053 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/qmfbsr8m/Danube.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-03T15:42:59.136+04:00 Danube Properties expands UK presence to boost Dubai real estate access for UK investors Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/actor-idris-elba-knighted-by-king-charles-at-windsor-castle-for-services-to-young-people-1.500561931 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/8scwplsw/newsml_afp_com_20260602T113533Z_doc_b4q83va.jpeg British actor Idris Elba poses with his wife Sabrina Dhowre Elba and his medal after being appointed as a Knight Bachelor (Knighthood) for services to young people at an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle on June 2, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T15:34:45.281+04:00 Actor Idris Elba knighted by King Charles at Windsor Castle for services to young people Entertainment, HollyWood https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-declares-monday-a-public-holiday-for-islamic-new-year-1.500562040 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/9q1gv9m1/UAE Gulf News en 2026-06-03T15:30:35.382+04:00 UAE announces Islamic New Year holiday for public and private sectors UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/dubai-tourism-pushes-ahead-with-mega-events-global-campaigns-after-war-disruption-1.500562008 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/rmbnpauq/STOCK_DUBAI_TOURISM_ECONOMY_DUBAI_MALL_BURJ__17e4806dce5_original_ratio.jpg Federal and local authorities have taken strong measures to ensure stability amid the war, says Issam Kazim, CEO of the Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/3afkjccb/STAFFBUS_250610_Issam_Kazim_VSAKLANI_91749545151923.jpg Issam Kazim, CEO of Dubai Corporation for Tourism & Commerce Marketing, speaking at the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism's annual stakeholders' City Briefing. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-02/0jk9umq8/NAT-2260101-First-Day-of-26-VSAKLANI-7.jpg Analysts attribute the surge to the city’s diversified tourism strategy, which now extends well beyond leisure travel. Business events, exhibitions, healthcare-related visits and cultural tourism have all contributed to broadening Dubai’s visitor profile. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T15:16:48.783+04:00 Dubai tourism pushes ahead with mega events, global campaigns after war disruption Tourism, Dubai tourism, UAE tourist visa https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/one-killed-63-injured-in-iranian-attack-as-hospitals-remain-on-emergency-footing-1.500562000 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/s7j8yooe/Kuwait-Ministry-of-Interior.jpg One person was killed and 63 others were injured, including seven in critical condition, in an Iranian missile attack on Kuwait early on Wednesday. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T15:10:16.462+04:00 One killed, 63 injured in Iranian attack as hospitals remain on emergency footing Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-jails-three-for-seven-years-each-over-online-gambling-and-money-laundering-scheme-1.500561951 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/qsj0j9q0/Shutterstock.avif A Syrian and two Egyptian linked yo cross-border Gulf News en 2026-06-03T15:08:17.984+04:00 Kuwait jails three for seven years each over online gambling and money laundering scheme Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/ji-chang-wook-firmly-rejects-wrongdoing-claims-as-agency-pushes-back-on-tens-of-billions-tax-audit-allegations-1.500561997 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-15/rzu96ro2/newsml_afp_com_20260515T230745Z_doc_b2zd82d.jpeg Through his agency Spring Company, the actor addressed the matter on Tuesday, stressing that the issue does not involve intentional tax evasion. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T15:07:54.622+04:00 Ji Chang-wook firmly rejects wrongdoing claims as agency pushes back on ‘tens of billions’ tax audit allegations Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/indian-carriers-get-rs100-billion-support-to-stabilise-amid-jet-fuel-price-spikes-1.500561987 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/c5j7dwzo/Indian_Airlines__Indigo__Air_India_17ccc8f9458_original_ratio.jpg India is one of UAE's biggest travel source markets. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T14:58:26.244+04:00 Indian carriers get Rs100 billion support to stabilise amid jet fuel price spikes Aviation, Energy, Tourism, India, India UAE travel https://gulfnews.com/uae/indian-expat-compliance-officer-in-uae-wins-1-million-at-dubai-duty-free-draw-1.500561988 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/ysogf0cd/DDF-545.JPG Gulf News en 2026-06-03T14:53:23.638+04:00 Indian expat compliance officer in UAE wins $1 million at Dubai Duty Free draw UAE, UAE, Dubai, Dubai Duty Free https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dubai-police-warn-against-wrong-way-driving-after-majan-crash-injures-motorcyclist-1.500561976 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/wkgzwprj/accident.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-03T14:45:56.413+04:00 Dubai Police warn against wrong-way driving after Majan crash injures motorcyclist Transport https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-launches-flexible-working-hours-across-riyadh-business-districts-to-ease-congestion-1.500561742 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/8xpsfvh7/Riyadh.webp Gulf News en 2026-06-03T14:40:07.616+04:00 Saudi Arabia launches flexible working hours across Riyadh business districts to ease congestion Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/thumbay-international-pathway-celebrates-a-decade-and-90-new-doctors-at-the-convocation-1.500561963 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/7k3m0lj3/graduation1200x628.jpg Dr. Thumbay Moideen, Founder President of Thumbay Group, with the graduates Gulf News en 2026-06-03T14:37:45.691+04:00 Thumbay International Pathway celebrates a decade and 90 new doctors at the convocation Company News https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/death-trap-opposite-a-hospital-questions-mount-after-delhi-fire-kills-21-1.500561958 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/4zwtrfd5/DELHI-1.jpg A devastating fire swept through a mixed-use building in New Delhi's Malviya Nagar area on Wednesday, killing at least 21 people and injuring several others. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T14:35:55.453+04:00 Death trap opposite a hospital: Questions mount after Delhi fire kills 21 India, india https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/central-asias-new-financial-hub-tamchy-sfit-opens-its-first-business-centre-1.500561940 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/nqe6e1jd/Tamchy-SFIT.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-03T14:30:41.956+04:00 Central Asia's new financial hub Tamchy SFIT opens its first business centre Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-arrests-motorist-for-filming-air-defences-intercepting-iranian-missiles-while-driving-1.500561925 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/9dq19dju/Kuwait-Ministry-of-Interior.jpg Motorist was arrested for filming the interception of Iranian missiles while driving, causing a traffic accident. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T14:28:28.942+04:00 Kuwait arrests motorist for filming air defences intercepting Iranian missiles while driving Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/fifa-world-cup-2026-predictor-and-simulator-let-the-fun-begin-2-1.500561944 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/aubxbof1/gulfnews2026-05-275qf9xnol83e255c2-cd68-4149-bd8a-819e04edd13a.avif Gulf News en 2026-06-03T14:23:34.436+04:00 FIFA World Cup 2026 Predictor and Simulator: Let the fun begin World Cup https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/delhi-fire-tragedy-hotel-with-six-room-permit-operated-25-rooms-1.500561919 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/wjpxum1v/fire_1780481151284.jpg Local people rescue a foreign national from a hotel fire in New Delhi on June 3, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T14:15:03.252+04:00 Delhi fire tragedy: Hotel with six-room permit operated 25 rooms India, india https://gulfnews.com/sport/world-cup-2026-jordan-supports-world-cup-debut-with-delayed-office-hours-for-employees-1.500561894 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-31/jbks9evt/newsml_afp_com_20260531T170654Z_doc_b4jx9hx.jpeg Jordan's midfielder #8 Noor Al Rawabdeh (C) fights for the ball with Switzerland's defender #2 Miro Muheim (R) during a friendly match between Switzerland and Jordan ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup football tournament at the Kybunpark stadium, in St. Gallen on May 31, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T14:01:34.218+04:00 World Cup 2026: Jordan supports World Cup debut with delayed office hours for employees Sport, Football, World Cup, football, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/manchester-united-star-omar-marmoush-ties-the-knot-1.500561782 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/3gl4s4ju/HJzUiPXXsAAqycA.jpg Marmoush announced his wedding with a cheerful car selfie. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-04/39yi1m8x/newsml_afp_com_20260204T203639Z_doc_967g937.jpeg Omar Marmoush celebrates scoring the second goal during the English League Cup in Manchester, northwest England on February 4, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T13:56:36.614+04:00 Manchester United star Omar Marmoush ties the knot Entertainment, Sport https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/kuwait-airways-resumes-flights-through-international-airports-terminal-4-after-safety-review-1.500561879 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/wmenuthy/Kuwait-airport.avif Kuwait has resumed all Kuwait Airways flights through Terminal 4 (T4) at its International Airport after technical teams completed damage assessments and confirmed the facility's operational readiness. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T13:51:34.330+04:00 Kuwait Airways resumes flights through International Airport's Terminal 4 after safety review Aviation, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-strongly-condemns-terrorist-attacks-by-iran-on-bahrain-1.500561886 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/f1geignq/fe704a3z1ka11nzpo.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-03T13:51:15.912+04:00 UAE strongly condemns terrorist attacks by Iran on Bahrain Government, Bahrain https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/iran-attack-on-kuwait-airport-kills-one-kuwait-condemns-strike-1.500561875 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/4q7rjqmw/gulfnews2026-04-01lvyq5oy6HEyQWc2WAAAD4wJ.avif Gulf News en 2026-06-03T13:35:29.235+04:00 Iran attack on Kuwait airport kills one; Kuwait condemns strike Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/BestBuys-lifestyle/7-best-trending-k-beauty-sunscreens-for-the-uae-summer-2026-1.500561777 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/2erpc3ed/feature-lead.jpg In this roundup, we explore 7 of the best Korean sunscreens for 2026 that offer strong UV defense while keeping skin comfortable and fresh. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T13:33:39.363+04:00 7 best trending K-beauty sunscreens for the UAE summer, 2026 BestBuys-Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/in-pictures-deadly-fire-tears-through-new-delhi-building-1.500561864 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/4zwtrfd5/DELHI-1.jpg A devastating fire swept through a mixed-use building in New Delhi's Malviya Nagar area on Wednesday, killing at least 21 people and injuring several others. The building housed a restaurant on the ground floor and a hotel on the upper floors and was located in one of the capital's most densely populated neighborhoods. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/i235j6s0/DELHI-2.jpg Emergency crews responded with eight fire engines and battled the blaze for several hours before bringing it under control. Authorities said more than 40 people were rescued and taken to nearby hospitals for treatment. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/w124psgw/DELHI-4.jpg Local residents rescue a foreign national from a hotel engulfed by fire in New Delhi, India, on June 3, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/hm1h93qf/DELHI-3.jpg Dramatic scenes unfolded as thick smoke engulfed the building, with some occupants seen calling for help from windows while firefighters worked to reach those trapped inside. Local residents also joined rescue efforts, helping evacuate people and carry the injured to safety. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/8a3s060w/DELHI-5.jpg A girl reacts after being rescued from a hotel fire in New Delhi. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/o1w2b5ms/DELHI-6.jpg A foreign national woman shouts for help from a hotel window as a fire engulfs the building in New Delhi. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/ijarhbcu/DELHI-7.jpg Officials have launched an investigation into the cause of the fire. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/vgrf32az/DELHI-8.jpg Reports indicated that some of the victims were foreign nationals visiting India for medical treatment and staying in the area. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/p763z6rn/DELHI-15.jpg A family of foreign nationals hangs from a hotel window as fire engulfs the building in New Delhi, India, on June 3, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/znztth5s/DELHI-12.jpg Locals and bystanders watch as firefighters battle a hotel fire in New Delhi, India, on June 3, 2026. Emergency crews worked to contain the blaze and rescue people trapped inside the building. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/eo8musns/DELHI-13.jpg President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday expressed grief over the tragic Malviya Nagar fire incident, in which 21 people have lost their lives so far, and dozens are injured. She offered condolences to the families of the deceased and prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T13:31:00.524+04:00 In Pictures: Deadly fire tears through New Delhi building India, news-photos https://gulfnews.com/podcasts/tell-me-why/httpsgulfnewscompodcaststell-me-whytell-me-why-gold-is-a-smart-wealth-preservation-tool-1500561814-1.500561814 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/bs2i8fx7/OGOLD-03.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/80d7pui3/OGOLD-03.jpg Dr Fahmi Iskander, Partner and Chief Investment Officer at OGold Gulf News en 2026-06-03T13:30:43.209+04:00 Tell Me Why gold is a smart wealth preservation tool Tell Me Why https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/majid-al-mohandis-brings-coca-cola-arena-to-life-with-emotional-dubai-concert-1.500558040 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-30/hrvanr1h/IMG3902.jpeg How Majid Al Mohandis turned an Eid concert into a shared celebration Gulf News en 2026-06-03T13:27:32.945+04:00 Majid Al Mohandis brings Coca-Cola Arena to life with emotional Dubai concert Entertainment, Lifestyle, Things-To-Do-Events-Concerts, Music, Concert https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/what-triggered-the-deadly-us-iran-escalation-what-to-know-1.500561846 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/xunflxu4/newsml_afp_com_20260603T063515Z_doc_b4tz4we.jpeg Security officers at the Kuwait International Airport on June 1, 2026, when the airport resumed operations following a phased reopening plan. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/ffs6zdux/mapqeshm.gif Gulf News en 2026-06-03T13:25:53.936+04:00 What triggered the deadly US-Iran escalation? What to know Mena, Kuwait, Gulf, Bahrain, Americas, Bahrain, Kuwait, americas, Gulf, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/one-month-to-uae-school-holidays-why-families-are-rethinking-summer-travel-in-2026-1.500561805 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-19/txil5upl/20251219010246.jpg Dubai International Airport (DXB) remains the world’s busiest airport in terms of airline seating capacity, combining domestic and international operations. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/7pn0g7es/staycations_for_kids_177b4662671_original_ratio.jpg Many UAE residents are increasingly looking at local luxury escapes instead of international trips. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T13:12:28.911+04:00 One month to UAE school holidays: Why families are rethinking summer travel in 2026 Tourism, Aviation, Dubai Airport, Dubai tourism, travel https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/did-india-really-sell-12-billion-worth-of-gold-to-save-the-rupee-from-crashing-1.500561801 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-10/gjrv8x7r/db0e87692b155ea2667c043cbd746517.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-03T13:10:29.557+04:00 Did India really sell $12 billion worth of gold to save the rupee from crashing? Markets, India, Indian Rupee, India gold rate https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/ranveer-singh-wins-relief-in-don-3-row-as-fwice-withdraws-ban-not-caved-under-pressure-1.500561791 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-27/74p99d0t/ANI_20260224083944.jpg Ranveer Singh has been under fire after his abrupt Don 3 exit. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T12:38:51.658+04:00 Ranveer Singh wins relief in Don 3 row as FWICE withdraws ‘ban’: ‘Not caved under pressure' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/anwar-gargash-calls-for-unified-gcc-position-against-repeated-iranian-attacks-on-kuwait-and-bahrain-1.500561778 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-12/da99eifn/NAT_GARGASH_12_1664984062202_183a8c89900_large.jpg Dr. Anwar Gargash, diplomatic adviser to the UAE President Gulf News en 2026-06-03T12:16:07.825+04:00 Anwar Gargash calls for unified GCC position against repeated Iranian attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain Government, UAE https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/should-you-buy-the-oura-ring-5-inside-the-new-health-tracking-features-and-more-1.500561035 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/8wxcblr3/ouraring4.avif On paper, the Oura Ring 5 and Ring 4 may look similar in purpose, but under the hood the hardware has been significantly refined https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/8wxcblr3/ouraring4.avif On paper, the Oura Ring 5 and Ring 4 may look similar in purpose, but under the hood the hardware has been significantly refined Gulf News en 2026-06-03T12:02:44.021+04:00 Should you buy the Oura Ring 5? Inside the new health tracking features and more Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/bahrain/bahrain-defence-force-intercepts-destroys-three-missiles-several-drones-1.500561734 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/b2f4ap8z/63404a1d1ka0w7upo.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-03T12:01:48.254+04:00 Bahrain Defence Force intercepts, destroys three missiles, several drones Bahrain https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/backrooms-review-a-stunning-liminal-horror-lost-in-its-own-maze-1.500561710 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-29/oi2rlp2l/preview.jpg Chiwetel Ejiofor in a scene from "Backrooms." https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/3zw159l2/BACKROOMS.webp Renate Reinsve in a scene from "Backrooms." Gulf News en 2026-06-03T12:00:52.821+04:00 Backrooms review: A stunning liminal horror lost in its own maze Entertainment, Movie-Reviews, HollyWood, hollywood, movies, Horror, Movie review https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/new-delhi-hotel-fire-kills-at-least-21-police-1.500561737 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/0bknjsew/1.jpg Fire officials douse a fire at a hotel in New Delhi, India Gulf News en 2026-06-03T11:57:28.146+04:00 New Delhi hotel fire kills at least 21: police India https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/indigo-suspends-kuwait-flights-until-june-4-amid-airspace-closure-1.500561733 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-19/6qc7s0vy/STOCK_INDIGO_AIRLINE_18bae25486e_original_ratio.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-03T11:41:47.787+04:00 IndiGo suspends Kuwait flights until June 4 amid airspace closure Aviation, Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/meet-indias-richest-chief-minister-dk-shivakumars-rs1413-crore-fortune-1.500561718 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/ieog8on1/20260530333F.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/e8svc9zs/20260602159f.jpg Karnataka Chief Minister-designate D.K. Shivakumar and Congress leader Siddaramaiah meet Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi at 10 Rajaji Marg in New Delhi on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T11:33:36.753+04:00 Meet India’s richest Chief Minister: DK Shivakumar’s Rs1,413 crore fortune India, India-elections, india https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/ranveer-singh-fires-legal-notice-at-fwice-over-shadow-ban-as-don-3-row-escalates-1.500561705 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-11/6ibbsfud/Ranveer-Singh-and-Farhan-Akhtar Ranveer Singh’s patch-up attempt was allegedly rejected by Farhan and Zoya Akhtar Gulf News en 2026-06-03T11:28:24.557+04:00 Ranveer Singh fires legal notice at FWICE over ‘shadow ban’ as Don 3 row escalates Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/kartavya-review-saif-ali-khans-safe-cop-drama-stalls-and-arrests-its-own-momentum-1.500561632 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/95vf07a9/ANI_20260430133419.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-03T11:06:44.152+04:00 Kartavya review: Saif Ali Khan’s safe cop drama stalls and arrests its own momentum Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/khda-to-inspect-dubai-schools-with-no-more-than-24-hours-notice-1.500561669 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/yldt8f8a/KHDA-Inspection-2-.jpg KHDA has introduced two distinct types of quality assurance visits under a renewed, differentiated approach. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/z571bvaz/Fatma_Belrehif.jpg Fatma Belrehif Gulf News en 2026-06-03T10:49:50.658+04:00 KHDA to inspect Dubai schools with no more than 24 hours’ notice UAE, Education, UAE, KHDA, Dubai, Education https://gulfnews.com/technology/iphone-18-18-pro-and-apples-first-foldable-the-biggest-leaks-revealed-1.500561633 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/tvlrndro/iPhone-18-fold.jpg iPhone 18 Pro lineup expected in September 2026 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/heeqmg19/LEAK-iphone-fold.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-05/6v35qfta/iPhone-Fold-Vertical-Feature.jpg Design mocks for the iPhone Fold Gulf News en 2026-06-03T10:33:13.576+04:00 iPhone 18, 18 Pro and Apple's first foldable: The biggest leaks revealed Technology https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/moriarty-takes-centre-stage-in-bold-new-sherlock-inspired-crime-drama-1.500561636 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/6dlcp998/GettyImages-161302259-e1779959963976.jpg.webp Andrew Scott winning an Irish award for his acting as Moriarty in BBC's Sherlock https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/vu6px7b8/1-Moriarty-SidneyPaget-11042019122503.jpg Sidney Paget's portrait of Professor Moriarty for the December 1893 Strand Magazine. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/92cqi83j/125103.jpg Andrew Scott's portrayal in the BBC's Sherlock is widely considered the defining modern version of the character Gulf News en 2026-06-03T10:27:53.743+04:00 Moriarty takes centre stage in bold new Sherlock-inspired crime drama Entertainment, TV, hollywood, TV series https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/are-we-teaching-children-to-think-or-simply-to-comply-1.500561090 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/hul9jref/14995841-teacher-47849171280.jpg Children make sense of ideas when they discuss them, challenge them, apply them, and connect them to their own experiences. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T10:27:00.000+04:00 Are we teaching children to think or simply to comply? Op-Eds, Education, Education https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-activates-airport-emergency-plan-suspends-flights-after-iranian-attack-1.500561641 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/mwoey0nm/kuwait.jpg Kuwait diverts air traffic, enforces emergency protocols after attack Gulf News en 2026-06-03T10:16:51.124+04:00 Kuwait activates airport emergency plan, suspends flights after Iranian missile and drone attack Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/music/shakira-lisa-rema-and-more-join-fifa-world-cup-2026s-star-studded-album-1.500561613 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/1q4cmw93/shakira-cr-kevin-mazur-press-billboard-1800.jpg.webp Shakira also recorded the tournament's central anthem Dai Dai with Burna Boy, releasing on May 14, which feels about as World Cup as it gets given her history with the tournament. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/0b2fplkv/Lisa-Goals-World-Cup-01.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-03T10:03:25.464+04:00 Shakira, LISA, Rema and more join FIFA World Cup 2026's star-studded album Music, World Cup, Music, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/philippine-president-marcos-urges-senators-to-end-boycott-pass-important-laws-1.500561605 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/8noiabms/20260602-PSC-1-1536x1023.jpg Marcos said his team was looking at possible laws and amendments to aid Filipinos. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T09:50:39.318+04:00 Philippine President Marcos urges senators to end Boycott, pass important laws Philippines https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-lawmakers-seek-h-1b-relief-for-foreign-teachers-1.500561451 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/w4tu657n/202606033811834.jpg Senator Lisa Murkowski of Alaska aired concerns of US lawmakers who seek H-1B relief for foreign teachers. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T09:43:50.228+04:00 US lawmakers seek H-1B relief for foreign teachers Americas, ians https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/before-spacex-goes-public-a-scramble-to-get-on-bandwagon-1.500561456 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-23/nlhne4wg/newsml_afp_com_20260523T000444Z_doc_b3ta393.jpeg SpaceX's Starship 39 rocket launches from Starbase during the 12th test flight as seen from South Padre Island, Texas, on May 22, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T09:41:51.420+04:00 Before SpaceX goes public, a scramble to get on bandwagon Markets, Technology https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/why-ranveer-singh-agreed-to-a-lower-fee-for-dhurandhars-profit-gamble-1.500561567 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-27/74p99d0t/ANI_20260224083944.jpg Ranveer Singh has been under fire after his abrupt Don 3 exit. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T09:01:29.263+04:00 Why Ranveer Singh agreed to a lower fee for Dhurandhar’s profit gamble Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/visa-delays-threaten-us-doctor-shortage-senator-warns-1.500561443 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/xy6zdswz/202606033811832.jpg In a letter to Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-New York) warned that visa delays threaten US doctor shortage. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T08:46:58.461+04:00 'Hundreds' of foreign-trained doctors could be forced to leave the US due to snags in processing J-1 visa waivers: NY Senator Americas https://gulfnews.com/business/india-hosts-second-batch-of-nepali-start-ups-under-in-span-initiative-1.500561512 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/lm0nca6u/ANI_20260603025930.jfif India, Nepal start-up ties deepen at IIT Madras (Photo/X@IndiaInNepal) Gulf News en 2026-06-03T08:25:28.596+04:00 India hosts second batch of Nepali start-ups under IN-SPAN Initiative Business, India, Asia https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iranian-claims-of-strikes-on-5th-fleet-headquarters-false-us-military-1.500561530 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/yekstt5e/Screenshot-2026-06-03-at-12.06.28-PM.png Gulf News en 2026-06-03T08:11:21.185+04:00 IRGC claims of strikes on 5th Fleet headquarters 'false': US military Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/do-electrolyte-drinks-actually-help-in-uae-summer-heat-experts-explain-1.500545295 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/10/23/Woman-drinking-electrolytes_192b8feb0b0_large.jpg Electrolyte loss can happen through various activities, but it primarily occurs through the loss of body fluids. For generally healthy individuals, the highest risk of electrolyte depletion usually stems from illnesses that result in vomiting or diarrhoea. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-19/6uvhqv6w/melanie3.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/r020ocuy/hannah1.jpg Hannah Murphy, a fitness trainer and nutritionist, adds that many people wait until they feel thirsty before drinking fluids, but thirst often arrives late. “By the time you feel genuinely thirsty in Dubai heat, you’re already behind,” she says. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/iq89tn6f/mishika.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-03T08:10:57.202+04:00 Do electrolyte drinks actually help in UAE summer heat? Experts explain Lifestyle, UAE, Paid-article https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/kangana-ranaut-defends-ranveer-singh-amid-don-3-fallout-hes-reached-a-status-that-has-so-many-enemies-1.500561528 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/5b86bzkc/ANI_20260602155455.jpg Kangana Ranaut and Ranveer Singh Gulf News en 2026-06-03T07:54:56.637+04:00 Kangana Ranaut defends Ranveer Singh amid Don 3 fallout: ‘That status comes with so many enemies' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/coffin-homes-shoebox-flat-reform-leaves-low-income-hong-kong-residents-in-limbo-1.500561505 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-26/o725kms7/preview.jpg FILE - A resident who gave his name as Cheung watches television at his subdivided flat in Sham Shui Po district of Hong Kong, Feb. 6, 2025. (AP Photo/Chan Long Hei, File) Gulf News en 2026-06-03T07:45:16.700+04:00 Hong Kong 'coffin homes': Shoebox flat reform leaves low-income residents in limbo Asia https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/dubai-simplifies-medical-visas-to-boost-health-tourism-1.500561518 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/2t02wucb/IMG-20260602-WA0030.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/8ma5zyin/gulfnews2026-01-22xoturw8fHealthcare-LEAD.avif Gulf News en 2026-06-03T07:35:49.675+04:00 Dubai simplifies medical visas to boost health tourism Health https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/off-campus-breakout-star-mika-abdalla-and-fiancé-jake-short-break-off-engagement-1.500561519 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-11/awyrhje4/newsml_afp_com_20260511T000000Z_PH_GTY_2275684275.jpeg Mika Abdalla will be the lead star for Off Campus Season 2 Gulf News en 2026-06-03T07:33:30.791+04:00 Off Campus breakout star Mika Abdalla and fiancé Jake Short break off engagement Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/us-prepares-massive-security-operation-for-2026-world-cup-dhs-chief-says-1.500561492 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/0gby3g3f/202606033811853.jpg US is preparing a massive security operation for 2026 World Cup, says Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/6y3ra4fg/World-Cup-US.jpeg US prepares massive security operation for 2026 World Cup, DHS chief says Gulf News en 2026-06-03T06:59:11.352+04:00 US prepares massive security operation for 2026 World Cup, DHS chief says Football, Americas, World Cup https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/rubio-says-china-has-not-aided-iran-in-conflict-1.500561484 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/rbkt4juz/202606033811846.jpg US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T06:44:33.286+04:00 Rubio says China has not aided Iran in conflict Americas, Asia https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trump-says-israel-hezbollah-agree-to-halt-fighting-iran-talks-continue-at-rapid-pace-1.500560244 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-27/o8u7eubf/newsml_afp_com_20260527T000000Z_PH_GTY_2278476003.jpeg US blockade tightens grip on Iran as ships diverted and tensions with Israel rise https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/qxweexhu/hellfire-tanker.webp A forward-looking infrared radar image showing the moments before a US aircraft disabled the empty Iran-bound crude oil tanker with a Hellfire missile hit to its engine room. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-01/0lbcej66/newsml_afp_com_20260601T045418Z_doc_b4kq663.jpeg Visitors look at electronic display boards showing stock prices and economic indicators at the Tokyo Stock Exchange in Tokyo. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/krbsj5xw/HJy2a0-XUAA6d3i.jpg Benjamin Netanyahu https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/2lc1z3cv/newsml_afp_com_20260602T132618Z_doc_b4qr64z.jpeg US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee, State Department Chief of Staff Daniel Holler, Deputy National Security Advisor Mike Needham, and US Ambassador to Lebanon Michael Issa attend a meeting with Israeli and Lebanese delegations at the State Department in Washington, DC, on June 2, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/qxweexhu/hellfire-tanker.webp A forward-looking infrared radar image shows the moment before a US aircraft disabled the empty Iran-bound crude oil tanker with a Hellfire missile hit to its engine room. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T06:35:51.357+04:00 New round of Israel-Lebanon talks begin in Washington; US imposes sanctions on Iran's largest crypto exchange Mena, Donald Trump, iran nuclear programme, hezbollah, Israel, Lebanon, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-forecast-temperatures-to-reach-47c-amid-dust-and-rough-seas-1.500561462 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/5yg12r8f/Dusty_weather_in_Dubai__15th_July_2022___1820249a740_original_ratio.jpg Dusty conditions are expected to persist from Thursday through Saturday, with fresh to strong winds reaching up to 50 km/h on Friday, reducing horizontal visibility in some areas, particularly westward. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T06:31:46.681+04:00 UAE weather forecast: Temperatures to reach 47°C amid dust and rough seas Weather, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/congo-ebola-cases-rise-to-344-60-deaths-1.500561405 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/06/07/2019-05-30T130956Z_1064782176_RC18DE26A080_RTRMADP_3_CONGO-EBOLA-CHILDREN--Read-Only-_16b3213c8d8_large.jpg Mwamini Kahindo, an Ebola survivor working as a caregiver to babies who are confirmed Ebola cases, holds an infant outside the red zone at the Ebola treatment centre in Butembo, Democratic Republic of Congo, March 25, 2019. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T06:27:32.284+04:00 Congo: Ebola cases rise to 344, 60 deaths Africa https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/man-who-killed-his-girlfriends-baby-and-threw-the-body-in-a-pond-is-executed-in-florida-1.500560281 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/820esmhw/preview.jpg FILE - Clouds hover over the entrance of the Florida State Prison in Starke, Fla., Aug. 3, 2023. (AP Photo/Curt Anderson, File) Gulf News en 2026-06-03T06:15:49.656+04:00 Man who killed his girlfriend’s baby and threw the body in a pond is executed in Florida florida execution Andrew Richard Lukehart https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/2-scientists-charged-with-bringing-deactivated-mpox-virus-into-the-us-and-lying-to-authorities-1.500561409 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/6ayta47r/preview.jpg FILE - This colorized electron microscope image provided by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases in 2024 shows Mpox virus particles, orange, found within infected cells, green. (NIAID via AP, File) Gulf News en 2026-06-03T06:04:59.417+04:00 2 scientists charged with bringing deactivated mpox virus into the US and lying to authorities scientists charges mpox virus lying https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-june-2026-weather-forecast-what-to-expect-this-summer-1.500561276 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/90hjkakx/Weather UAE will continue to be influenced by south-easterly winds during the morning hours, shifting to north-westerly winds during the day under the influence of land and sea breezes. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T06:01:00.000+04:00 UAE June 2026 weather forecast: What to expect this summer Weather, UAE weather https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/dubais-beaches-hidden-gems-sunset-spots-and-family-favourites-1.500560892 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-04/ic2wckv6/Dubai-Municipality-designates-four-beaches Dubai's coastline is one of its greatest assets, and no two stretches of sand are quite the same. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-21/oghva065/Al-Mamzar-beach Al Mamzar beach https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/11/17/191117-kite-surfers_16e79e5011c_large.jpg The kite surfers enjoy pleasant weather at The Kite Beach in Jumeirah in Dubai. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/si0iao3l/190417_AinDubai1_resources1_16a4505eb11_original_ratio.jpg The Ain Dubai ferris wheel is the tallest observation wheel in the world visible from JBR beach. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/yf0xycik/NAT_200115_CARAVAN_5_1592121370810_172b1d428be_original_ratio.jpg Campers parked at Al Sufouh Beach in January https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/wpv897zw/reader_picture_170ba38d402_original_ratio.jpg A beautiful sunset from Umm Suqeim, Burj Al Arab Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/8am6m6hd/Aprons_and_hammers__1764b4ee982_original_ratio.jpg Palm West Beach https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/67y251el/Nikki_Beach_Dubai___latest_pictures__176ff6a8e4c_original_ratio.jpg Nikki Beach Dubai is located on the Arabian Gulf on Pearl Jumeira Island. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-07/cm26mrz3/newsml_afp_com_20260407T112249Z_doc_a6re3w9.jpeg A woman poses for a picture with her dogs during the Barkfest dog festival at Barasti Beach in Dubai on April 4, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/d9v4v61r/MBR_BEACH_DUBAI_188532ef3bc_original_ratio.jpg Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid during his visit to Jebel Ali Beach where he approves ‘Dubai Master Plan for Public Beaches’ Gulf News en 2026-06-03T06:00:00.000+04:00 Dubai's beaches: Hidden gems, sunset spots and family favourites Lifestyle, UAE, Dubai, lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/football-gave-me-everything-iniesta-begins-coaching-journey-in-dubai-with-gulf-united-1.500561362 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/lere98e7/Iniesta-at-Gulf-United Former Spain and Barcelona star Andres Iniesta is welcomed by Gulf United president Ahmed El Saraf and director of football following his appointment as head coach in Dubai. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/x1i1s5pc/Gulf-United Former Spain and Barcelona star Andres Iniesta is welcomed by Gulf United president Ahmed El Saraf and director of football following his appointment as head coach in Dubai. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/vz4hetlh/Iniesta Inisesta with Mo Jarad, Director of Football (Gulf United) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/av5mthbc/Iniesta This is an ambitious move for Gulf United Gulf News en 2026-06-03T06:00:00.000+04:00 “Football gave me everything”: Iniesta begins coaching journey in Dubai with Gulf United Football, football https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/flood-warnings-as-storm-moves-towards-tokyo-1.500561471 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/b9617685/newsml_afp_com_20260603T002911Z_doc_b4tk9kj.jpeg People commute in heavy rain brought by severe tropical storm Jangmi in Kawasaki, Kanagawa prefecture on June 3, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T05:57:28.245+04:00 Flood warnings as storm moves towards Tokyo Asia https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/why-lebanon-remains-a-threat-to-trump-s-iran-diplomacy-1.500561036 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/mzy3i41m/docto.gif A doctor stands amid the damaged laboratory of Jabal Amel Hospital, following Monday's Israeli airstrike that was hit a nearby building, in the southern port city of Tyre. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T05:37:00.000+04:00 Why Lebanon remains a threat to Trump’s Iran diplomacy Mena, Americas, Donald Trump, Israel, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/after-escaping-the-taliban-and-years-in-exile-the-afghan-womens-soccer-team-rises-again-1.500561354 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/sptg4rid/preview.jpg Afghan women's players pose for a team photo during a training session in Auckland, New Zealand, Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T05:21:34.907+04:00 After escaping the Taliban and years in exile, the Afghan women's soccer team rises again afghanistan womens team fifa https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/from-legacy-to-longevity-governance-lessons-for-family-enterprises-in-the-middle-east-1.500561077 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/4zdqitf4/OPN-FAMILY-NEW-Read-Only.jpg For family offices across the Gulf and wider MENA, the opportunity is clear. The region benefits from increasing environmental stability, supportive policy frameworks and a growing appetite for diversification and global engagement. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/jbr0x7kp/Randall-Photo-2023.jpg Randall Peterson Gulf News en 2026-06-03T05:04:00.000+04:00 From legacy to longevity: Governance lessons for family enterprises in the Middle East Op-Eds, UAE businesses https://gulfnews.com/uae/sharjah-toddlers-death-parents-of-neighbouring-girls-secure-bail-after-tragedy-1.500561190 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/gtu4xld3/60.jpg Gone too soon: Mohammad Arshman https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/zqyyv328/20260524171244.jpg The staircase window from which the child was reportedly thrown Gulf News en 2026-06-03T05:00:00.000+04:00 Sharjah toddler's death: Parents of neighbouring girls secure bail after tragedy UAE, Pakistan, UAE, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/uae-grocery-prices-to-rise-further-as-fuel-costs-climb-amid-us-iran-tensions-1.500561058 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-04/at2ldy3g/UAEgrocery. UAE grocery Gulf News en 2026-06-03T04:44:00.000+04:00 UAE grocery prices to rise further as fuel costs climb amid US-Iran tensions Retail, Markets, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/technology/chatgpt-app-hits-1-billion-monthly-active-users-in-record-time-data-shows-1.500561412 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-03/v6r3yax8/newsml_afp_com_20260303T000000Z_PH_GTY_2264640556.jpeg The ChatGPT app by OpenAI is shown on a cell phone on March 03, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T04:26:11.028+04:00 ChatGPT app hits 1 billion monthly active users in record time, data shows Technology https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/philippines-why-house-expelled-cavite-rep-kiko-barzaga-1.500561420 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-13/it3cqwdu/Phil-national-police.avif Suspended Congressman Francisco Austria "Kiko" Barzaga in a police booking photograph taken on April 13, 2026 at the Dasmariñas City Police Station, Cavite Province (south of Manila). Gulf News en 2026-06-03T04:16:01.484+04:00 Philippines: Why House expelled Cavite Rep. Kiko Barzaga Philippines https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/bahrain/bahrain-interior-ministry-warning-siren-had-been-sounded-1.500561413 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/xr000c6e/Bahrain-Flag Bahrain's national flag. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T03:47:29.936+04:00 Bahrain Interior Ministry: Warning siren had been sounded Bahrain https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/kuwait-military-says-responding-to-missile-drone-attacks-1.500561401 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-20/035wm26x/HD1YFiWkAAih6C.jpg Kuwait's military said on Wednesday its air defences were intercepting "hostile" missile and drone attacks. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T03:23:45.642+04:00 Kuwait military says responding to missile, drone attacks Mena https://gulfnews.com/uae/iaea-chief-barakah-attack-a-trial-by-fire-that-proved-uae-nuclear-safety-systems-work-1.500561387 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-23/s9rhmlif/202506233435287.jpg Rafael Mariano Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-17/l2xtf72x/newsml_afp_com_20260517T111834Z_doc_b33v29g.jpeg A handout picture obtained from the media office of the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant on February 13, 2020, shows a view of the power plant in the western Al Dhafra Region -- formally know as the Gharbiya region -- of Abu Dhabi on the Gulf coastline about 50 kilometres west of Ruwais. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T02:58:23.195+04:00 IAEA chief: Barakah attack a ‘trial by fire’ that proved UAE nuclear safety systems work UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-tops-per-capita-clean-energy-generation-peaceful-nuclear-programme-reinforces-global-nuclear-safety-standards-1.500561389 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/z4q0gj4b/Barakah_17fbaefb932_original_ratio.jpg The UAE's Barakah Nuclear Power Plant. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T02:42:25.104+04:00 UAE tops per-capita clean energy generation, Barakah Nuclear Power Plant reinforces global safety standards UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/lebanon-says-israeli-strikes-on-south-kill-5-wound-48-including-hospital-staff-1.500561366 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-21/uws41pe5/newsml_afp_com_20260521T092810Z_doc_b3km39e.jpeg Officials carry the bodies of victims killed in the Israeli strike on the southern village of Deir Qanoun al-Nahr, outside Jabal Amel Hospital in the Tyre area of south Lebanon, before the bodies were transferred to their hometown for burial, as security conditions prevented families from holding the farewell ceremony in the village. File photo taken on May 21, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T02:01:40.567+04:00 Lebanon says Israeli strikes on south kill 5, wound 48, including hospital staff Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-blockade-missile-cripples-crude-oil-tanker-mt-lexie-preventing-it-from-reaching-irans-kharg-island-1.500561371 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/7oaneuqm/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-9.03.57-AM.png A US Apache attack helicopter flying over the Gulf. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/qxweexhu/hellfire-tanker.webp A forward-looking infrared radar image showing the moments before a US aircraft disabled the tanker with a Hellfire hit to its engine room. Gulf News en 2026-06-03T01:50:15.985+04:00 US blockade: Missile cripples crude oil tanker M/T Lexie, preventing it from reaching Iran's Kharg Island Mena https://gulfnews.com/uae/watch-sheikh-mohammed-makes-surprise-appearance-at-city-centre-mirdif-1.500561314 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/nhblifln/MBR Visitors to the popular mall were in for a surprise when Sheikh Mohammed appeared alongside a small group of officials during an unannounced tour. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T23:21:54.034+04:00 Watch: Sheikh Mohammed makes surprise appearance at City Centre Mirdif UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/technology/media/instagram-and-facebook-reels-may-soon-work-like-tv-episodes-1.500561278 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/08/07/20200807-reels_173c7f04a60_large.jpg Meta experiments with creator-friendly Reels designed for binge viewing and retention. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T22:16:46.669+04:00 Instagram and Facebook Reels may soon work like TV episodes Media https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-fair-weather-forecast-tomorrow-with-dust-blowing-sand-1.500561230 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-15/ufyz01kh/Ajit-Sheth.jpg Ajit Sheth captures Dubai’s spectacular skyline Gulf News en 2026-06-02T22:00:06.009+04:00 UAE: Fair weather forecast tomorrow with dust, blowing sand Weather https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/driver-steals-helpers-vehicle-after-surviving-rollover-crash-in-oman-1.500561189 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/dwgd2uop/Generic-car-keys Gulf News en 2026-06-02T20:50:22.497+04:00 Driver steals helper's vehicle after surviving rollover crash in Oman Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/uae/fujairah-police-warns-against-leaving-children-in-cars-as-summer-temperatures-rise-1.500561161 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/pitc1g6c/Fujairah-Police Fujairah Police stressed that the temperature inside a vehicle can increase within minutes, creating potentially fatal conditions for children. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T20:08:18.865+04:00 Fujairah Police warns against leaving children in cars as summer temperatures rise UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/uae-firms-rush-to-meet-new-salary-deadline-as-payroll-volumes-jump-151-1.500560953 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/10/18/Stock-Money-exchange-dirhams-currency_1753a92854d_large.jpg Al Ansari money exchange, Dubai. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T20:00:09.380+04:00 UAE firms rush to meet new salary deadline as payroll volumes jump 151% Banking https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/flydubai-marks-17-years-with-140-million-passengers-100-destinations-1.500561149 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-28/olh7rwct/flydubai flydubai said it has carried more than 140 million passengers and now serves 100 destinations with a fleet of 97 aircraft. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T19:47:44.787+04:00 flydubai marks 17 years with 140 million passengers, 100 destinations Aviation, FlyDubai https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/rubio-sets-hormuz-reopening-and-uranium-talks-as-key-conditions-in-iran-negotiations-1.500561132 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/2dlzqini/Rubio Rubio's comments came during testimony before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T19:35:10.998+04:00 Rubio sets Hormuz reopening and uranium talks as key conditions in Iran negotiations Mena, Americas, America https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/dubai-is-ready-to-turn-global-challenges-into-growth-opportunities-says-sheikh-hamdan-1.500561125 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/u6yzjj1x/Sheikh-Hamdan.jpg Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE with Issam Kazim, CEO of Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DCTCM). Gulf News en 2026-06-02T19:33:01.102+04:00 Dubai is ready to turn global challenges into growth opportunities, says Sheikh Hamdan Tourism, Dubai tourism https://gulfnews.com/world/joint-statement-by-foreign-ministers-of-uae-jordan-türkiye-egypt-indonesia-pakistan-saudi-arabia-and-qatar-on-incursions-by-israeli-settlers-into-al-aqsa-mosque-1.500561104 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/g0jpf4ac/Flags Gulf News en 2026-06-02T19:20:03.111+04:00 Joint statement by Foreign Ministers of UAE, Jordan, Türkiye, Egypt, Indonesia, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar on incursions by Israeli settlers into Al Aqsa Mosque World https://gulfnews.com/business/uae-residents-can-now-freeze-insurance-premiums-for-5-years-as-healthcare-costs-soar-1.500561066 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/09/04/Stock-HealthCare_18a5f5b37e5_large.jpg UAE healthcare and medical insurance costs have been on the up and up, and there are still ways that residents can better manage their side of the cost equation. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T18:58:08.543+04:00 UAE residents can now freeze insurance premiums for 5 years as healthcare costs soar Business, Health, Insurance https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/sharjah-crown-prince-orders-faster-integration-of-ai-assistants-in-government-work-1.500561059 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/nzrqg1kf/20266215344626808.jpg Sharjah Crown Prince ordered the acceleration of the adoption of modern technologies powered by artificial intelligence (AI) assistants. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/at319nkr/Agentic-AI Agentic AI Gulf News en 2026-06-02T18:46:26.329+04:00 Sharjah Crown Prince orders faster integration of AI assistants in government work Government, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/iran-plans-three-day-funeral-for-late-supreme-leader-1.500561062 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-24/31vosxo2/newsml_afp_com_20260524T150004Z_doc_b3wa2j2.jpeg An Iranian man holds the image of the late assassinated supreme leader Ali Khamenei during a gathering at the Imam Khomeini Mosque (Mosalla) to commemorate those killed in former wars and also those killed during the latest US-Israel led war, in Tehran on May 24, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T18:39:28.810+04:00 Iran plans three-day funeral for late supreme leader World, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/saadiyat-beach-is-officially-one-of-the-worlds-best-beaches-1.500560597 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/3phhxsyt/gulfnews2024-11-2741w8n7ldSAADIYATISLANDSTOCKBEACH185ee11473foriginalratio.webp Just a short drive from Dubai, Saadiyat Beach feels like a tropical escape without leaving the UAE. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/ob7pugbt/gulfnewsimport20230210-1863b06959alarge.avif The soft sands and turquoise waters of Saadiyat Beach. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/egqk9sq1/gulfnewsimport2013312116a080d3109.115748757885859816a080d3109large.webp https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-04-23/9wofvzej/saadiyatrotanaresortandvillasmedium10667.jpg Saadiyat Rotana Resort and Villas Gulf News en 2026-06-02T18:37:16.682+04:00 Saadiyat Beach is officially one of the world's best beaches beach, abu dhabi, saadiyat https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/i-cant-breathe-bodycam-footage-fuels-uk-police-row-1.500561063 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/gv3iykwy/newsml_afp_com_20260602T091921Z_doc_b4pr89f.jpeg This screen grab from bodycam video taken on December 3, 2025 and released by Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary to AFP on June 2, 2026 shows 18-year-old student Henry Nowak being handcuffed by police before his death, following a false claim of racial abuse, in Southampton, south England. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T18:26:46.033+04:00 ‘I can’t breathe’: Bodycam footage fuels UK police row Europe, UK https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-president-pays-tribute-to-pioneering-uae-educator-dr-mahmoud-al-qaisiya-1.500561031 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/qkpe6o9g/MBZ Sheikh Mohamed said Al Qaisiya was a key figure in the UAE's formative years, praising his contributions to education. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T18:23:47.053+04:00 UAE President pays tribute to pioneering UAE educator Dr Mahmoud Al Qaisiya Education, Education https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/why-chris-hemsworth-and-elsa-pataky-keep-returning-to-abu-dhabi-12-favourite-spots-1.500561033 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/6f8artqe/Chris-Hemsworth-at-Abu-Dhabi-Royal-Equestrian-Arts.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-02T18:15:14.530+04:00 Why Chris Hemsworth and Elsa Pataky keep returning to Abu Dhabi: 12 favourite spots Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/ad-ports-buys-brazil-agri-port-operator-cli-in-dh31b-deal-1.500561028 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/2z2b31my/CLI-SantosHD.jpg The ports of Santos and Itaqui are structurally constrained, particularly in Santos, where limited expansion capacity and chronic congestion are expected to underpin long-term utilisation and pricing resilience. Pictured above is the Port of Santos. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/exk4nbw2/CLI-NorteHD.jpg An aerial shot of CLI Norte. CLI Norte at the Port of Itaqui is part of Brazil’s growing “Arc of the North” agricultural export corridor. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T18:11:36.204+04:00 AD Ports buys Brazil agri-port operator CLI in Dh3.1 billion deal economy, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/uae/sheikh-hamdan-issues-resolution-regulating-the-use-of-cameras-in-documenting-violations-and-execution-procedures-1.500561027 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-03/9lkm97qa/gulfnewsimport202402232024-protocol-picture-Sheikh-Hamdan-bin-Mohammed-bin-Rashid-Al-Maktoum18dd66700fblarge.avif Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/xcw14et4/BODY-CAMERA-stock Gulf News en 2026-06-02T18:09:42.992+04:00 Sheikh Hamdan issues resolution regulating the use of cameras in documenting violations and execution procedures UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/several-uae-dairy-products-to-get-less-sweet-from-september-1.500560974 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/4a0kqhpf/c65ad612-9beb-4bf8-95fe-fe9d70802f3b.png Image used for illustrative purposes https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/60rkgqub/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-01-at-5.02.32-PM.jpeg The reformulation commitment was formalised in close collaboration with Healthy Living and the Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T17:53:22.872+04:00 Several UAE dairy products to get less sweet from September UAE, Health, UAE, Health, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/sport/finomena-football-bringing-the-uae-its-own-game-1.500560935 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-21/9ao9mcv6/STAFFSPO_260521_Felix_Lauterbach_VSAKLANI_21779384342006.jpg Felix Lauterbach, founder of UAE based sports venture Finomena Football. Photo: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/ygbxto2s/Cage_1.png Cage football is played across the globe https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/vd0g78l7/ChatGPT_Image_Apr_30__2026__11_51_39_AM.png Lauterbach hopes to create a professional environment for cage football in the region https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/iwu0t2nf/FIFA_World_Cup_Qatar_2022__Morocco_create_history_by_reaching_semis_184fd52de57_original_ratio.jpg Morocco stunned the world in 2022 when they reached the World Cup semi-finals https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/zqn9dbfl/ChatGPT-Image-Apr-30-2026-115135-AM.png Finomena will aim to find the best cage footballers in the UAE Gulf News en 2026-06-02T17:52:07.206+04:00 Finomena Football: Bringing the UAE its own game Sport, UAE-Sport, UAE, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/kostyuk-continues-dream-clay-run-in-paris-1.500560998 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/au9jscsu/newsml_afp_com_20260602T124725Z_doc_b4q83vn.jpeg Ukraine's Marta Kostyuk reacts to a point against Ukraine's Elina Svitolina during their women's quarter final singles match on day 10 of the French Open tennis tournament on Court Philippe-Chatrier at the Roland-Garros Complex in Paris on June 2, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T17:41:36.420+04:00 Kostyuk continues dream clay run in Paris Tennis, French Open https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/a-malayali-at-the-world-cup-kerala-has-every-reason-to-cheer-for-tahsin-mohammed-jamshid-1.500560907 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/1a253xrr/Tahsin-Mohammed-Jamshid From Kerala roots to the World Cup stage. Tahsin Mohammed Jamshid is set to make history with Qatar. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/a8nex1hg/Tahsin From Kerala roots to the World Cup stage. Tahsin Mohammed Jamshid is set to make history with Qatar. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T17:25:08.434+04:00 A Malayali at the World Cup? Kerala has every reason to cheer for Tahsin Mohammed Jamshid Football, World Cup, football https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/two-killed-three-injured-in-armed-neighbourhood-dispute-in-jordans-capital-1.500560942 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/kw7v3kez/Fatal-fighting-in-Amman.webp Two killed, three injured in armed neighbourhood dispute in Jordan's capital. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T17:20:44.816+04:00 Two killed, three injured in armed neighbourhood dispute in Jordan's capital Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/wife-carries-disabled-husband-on-her-back-to-seek-help-in-kolkata-1.500560962 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/vlb7w0gl/woman.webp The couple travelled from the remote island region to attend a public outreach programme organised by West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, where citizens were invited to directly present their concerns to the government. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T17:19:51.985+04:00 Wife carries disabled husband on her back to seek help in Kolkata India, india https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/lalit-modi-on-why-he-broke-up-with-sushmita-sen-she-isnt-a-gold-digger-shes-a-diamond-1.500560294 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/m5miydh1/lalit-modi.avif Gulf News en 2026-06-02T16:44:31.625+04:00 Lalit Modi on why he broke up with Sushmita Sen: 'She isn't a gold-digger; she's a diamond' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/technology/media/hackers-tricked-meta-ai-into-hijacking-instagram-accounts-heres-how-1.500560897 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/11/04/STOCK-instagram_192f7a73525_large.jpg Hackers allegedly bypassed protections by manipulating Meta’s support chatbot. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T16:33:59.072+04:00 Hackers tricked Meta AI into hijacking Instagram accounts — here’s how Media https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/from-4000-to-43m-followers-new-zealand-players-insta-fame-1.500560860 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-03-24/4nglv38x/newsml_afp_com_20250324T092209Z_doc_37mc6dl.jpeg New Zealand’s Tim Payne kicks the ball during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Oceania qualifiers group final football match between New Zealand and New Caledonia at Eden Park Stadium in Auckland on March 24, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T16:13:22.693+04:00 From 4,000 to 4.3m followers: New Zealand player’s Insta fame Cricket https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-announces-islamic-new-year-holiday-for-public-sector-1.500560783 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/zww61xbh/Bus_resources1_16a310788aa_original_ratio.jpg Oman's public sector employees will enjoy a three-day break as Islamic New year falls on Thursday, June 18. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T16:08:38.024+04:00 Oman announces Islamic New Year holiday for public sector Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/three-months-of-paralysis-strait-of-hormuz-remains-a-ghost-route-1.500560668 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/byne66y6/hormuz2_1780393879669.jpg A tractor tows a small boat through shallow water as cargo ships and industrial vessels are anchored in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas, Iran, Monday, June 1, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T16:04:52.219+04:00 Three months of paralysis: Strait of Hormuz remains a ghost route Mena, World, Americas, Asia, Europe, Asia, americas, Europe, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/yas-clinic-launches-advanced-diagnostic-laboratory-in-abu-dhabi-1.500560845 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/o2icaad5/Yas-Clinic Yas Clinic launches advanced diagnostic laboratory in Abu Dhabi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/9hhdb2cz/Yas-Clinic Yas Clinic launches advanced diagnostic laboratory in Abu Dhabi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/d0likkov/Yas-Clinic Yas Clinic launches advanced diagnostic laboratory in Abu Dhabi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/s1q9ewk1/Yas-Clinic Yas Clinic launches advanced diagnostic laboratory in Abu Dhabi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/qtxlt2dr/Yas-Clinic Yas Clinic launches advanced diagnostic laboratory in Abu Dhabi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/dg3vcnzv/Yas-Clinic Yas Clinic launches advanced diagnostic laboratory in Abu Dhabi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/ji8pbaas/Yas-Clinic Yas Clinic launches advanced diagnostic laboratory in Abu Dhabi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/5xr0glze/Yas-Clinic Yas Clinic launches advanced diagnostic laboratory in Abu Dhabi Gulf News en 2026-06-02T15:57:35.266+04:00 Yas Clinic launches advanced diagnostic laboratory in Abu Dhabi UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/sold-out-bollywood-musical-brings-100-years-of-hindi-cinema-to-abu-dhabi-1.500560832 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/8dji33fr/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-02-at-1.07.10-PM.jpeg 100 Years of Bollywood: The Musical, produced by Malhaar, will be staged at the Cultural Foundation Theatre, Qasr Al Hosn, on Friday June 5. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/hs2uq2hm/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-02-at-1.07.09-PM.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/5en7bysg/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-02-at-1.07.08-PM.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-06-02T15:48:03.589+04:00 Sold-out Bollywood musical brings 100 years of Hindi cinema to Abu Dhabi UAE, Lifestyle, bollywood, lifestyle, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/banking/credit-scores-uae-four-ways-it-affects-your-life-outside-the-bank-1.500560813 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/pm0dx542/Credit_Score_182f99b3c7c_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-02T15:45:09.811+04:00 Credit scores UAE: Four ways it affects your life outside the bank Living-Banking, Your Money, Banking, UAE banks, UAE credit score https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/toy-story-5-tackles-screen-obsession-as-tom-hanks-says-phone-glow-strikes-terror-into-the-heart-1.500560822 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/zxs4hin7/newsml_afp_com_20260528T172507Z_doc_b4by4t9.jpeg US actor Tom Hanks poses with his character Woody, upon arrival to attend the red carpet for the UK launch event of the film 'Toy Story 5' in London on May 28, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T15:38:52.791+04:00 Toy Story 5 tackles screen obsession as Tom Hanks says phone glow 'strikes terror into the heart' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/this-is-the-most-difficult-character-i-have-played-ram-charan-actor-of-rrr-on-peddi-1.500560730 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/edreml07/202503273361062.jpeg Ram Charan’s film with Buchi Babu Sana titled ‘Peddi’! https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-18/siey0j80/newsml_afp_com_20260518T132759Z_doc_b3837xn.jpeg Indian actor Ram Charan (C) attends the trailer launch of his upcoming film 'Peddi' in Mumbai on May 18 with his injured wrist, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T15:36:15.935+04:00 'This is the most difficult character I have played': Ram Charan actor of RRR on Peddi Entertainment, South-Indian, movies, Telangana https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/israeli-strikes-and-cross-border-fire-continue-in-southern-lebanon-1.500560761 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/9y8884p8/IsraelLebanonIranWar87774-98f39.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/vz3n2g3d/LebanonIsraelIranWar41178.jpg A nurse looks through a shattered window of the Jabal Amel Hospital into a destroyed building that was hit Monday in an Israeli airstrike, in the southern port city of Tyre, Lebanon, Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T15:13:33.639+04:00 Israeli strikes and cross-border fire continue in Southern Lebanon Mena, news-video, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/friday/cinenows-film-ip-bets-on-the-uae-as-indian-cinemas-next-capital-hub-1.500560692 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/5fsshzlr/Cinenow.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-02T15:12:38.039+04:00 CineNow's Film IP bets on the UAE as Indian Cinema’s next capital hub Friday https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/us-stops-major-visa-category-for-indians-after-annual-cap-hit-1.500560742 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-01/rqq0vgp5/202604013729328.jpeg The United States has paused the issuance of new EB-2 immigrant visas to Indian applicants after reaching its annual cap for fiscal year 2026. Photo for illustrative purposes. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T14:46:38.473+04:00 US stops major visa category for Indians after annual cap hit Tourism, Living-Visa-Immigration, US immigration policy https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/virat-kohli-and-anushka-sharma-step-away-from-ipl-spotlight-after-rcbs-historic-win-head-to-spiritual-retreat-1.500560728 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/jea1sbs7/newsml_afp_com_20250603T205507Z_doc_494g6ef.jpeg Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Virat Kohli with wif, actress Anushka Sharma. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T14:39:49.161+04:00 Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma step away from IPL spotlight after RCB’s historic win, head to spiritual retreat Entertainment, Sport https://gulfnews.com/business/company-releases/st-kitts-and-nevis-biometric-enrolment-reaches-london-abu-dhabi-and-toronto-1.500560729 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/d7u5d6pk/image.png Gulf News en 2026-06-02T14:39:27.262+04:00 St. Kitts and Nevis biometric enrolment reaches London, Abu Dhabi and Toronto Company Releases https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/schengen-border-checks-under-review-eu-moves-to-phase-out-internal-checks-1.500560723 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/ncgov59r/STOCK_Heathrow_Airport_1814919d8d7_original_ratio.jpg New digital systems and migration pact seen cutting need for internal Schengen checks Gulf News en 2026-06-02T14:38:38.552+04:00 Schengen border checks under review: EU moves to phase out internal checks Europe, travel, Schengen visa, Europe travel, Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/philippines-mrt-7-targets-june-2027-opening-bulacan-station-still-included-in-14-station-line-1.500560724 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/spks4kjl/MRT_7__17d03f32dbf_original_ratio.jpg The MRT-7, which runs 22.8km from North Avenue (Quezon City) to San Jose del Monte (Bulacan) with 14 stations and is set to open in June 2027, after years of delay due to right-of-way snags. The $1.54-billion project is bankrolled by a San Miguel Corp-led group. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T14:32:02.763+04:00 Philippines: MRT-7 targets June 2027 opening — Bulacan station still included in 14-station line Philippines https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-flag-on-everest-summit-as-dubai-based-teen-becomes-youngest-brit-to-conquer-peak-1.500559635 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/gg6hx3wi/Gabriel-Middleton.jpg Gabriel Middleton (left) and with his dad, Ant Middleton, on the summit of Mount Everest https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/t9xnv24h/Ant-Middleton.jpeg Ant and Gabriel Middleton as they took on the challenge of Mount Everest. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/vi6ehe5q/AntMiddleton3.jpeg Gabriel and Ant Middleton with their family at Everest Base Camp ahead of their push for the summit. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T14:25:39.271+04:00 UAE flag flies on Everest summit as Dubai-based teen becomes youngest Brit to conquer peak UAE, UAE Success Stories, World https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/world-cup-fever-is-here-where-to-watch-every-match-in-dubai-and-abu-dhabi-1.500560549 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-14/0hd1fexr/FIFA-World-Cup The FIFA World Cup begins on June 11 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/nzzia161/McG-Fan-Zone-2048x1536.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/357z09r9/SnapInsta_to_574037579_17974868438944725_8492529491929329637_n.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/jik533h3/SnapInsta_to_711670808_18023257610831088_3638108409288664440_n.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/vhhu0ftv/SnapInsta_to6079816991221746126905198615324308932808165279n.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/wbcm8lss/SnapInsta_to_626124490_17977577339987030_1639708143828105306_n.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/xw407ws0/SnapInsta_to_712377979_1630803809055184_624204198541466461_n.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/lnkqgx2r/SnapInsta_to_711686493_17942301753213515_2366984691656114015_n.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/nhpax4o6/SnapInsta.to62281686613334884921557062508008571954305290n.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/fn4c1ny1/SaveClip.App468073468179676565168151069221232034408381383n.jpg.webp Gulf News en 2026-06-02T14:22:25.720+04:00 World Cup fever is here: Where to watch every match in Dubai and Abu Dhabi Lifestyle, Sport, World Cup, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/race-to-develop-ebola-vaccine-heats-up-1.500560708 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-01/yokh17r7/Ebola2026 The escalating nature of the Ebola outbreak has sparked a race to find a vaccine that can be quickly developed, manufactured then tested in humans during clinical trials in the affected region. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T14:22:19.382+04:00 Race to develop Ebola vaccine heats up Africa, Africa https://gulfnews.com/world/oceania/droughts-floods-extreme-heat-is-the-world-heading-for-a-super-el-nino-1.500560638 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/52vbpn99/elnio_1780392685708.jpg Head of climate prediction services at the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) Wilfran Moufouma-Okia points on graphs displayed on a computer screen at the WMO headquarters in Geneva, on June 1, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/v6vv3t98/elnio12_1780392688513.jpg Wilfran Moufouma-Okia points on graphs displayed on computer screens at the WMO headquarters in Geneva, on June 1, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T14:02:31.922+04:00 Droughts, floods, extreme heat: Is the world heading for a ‘super’ El Nino? Oceania, World, Gulf, India, Pakistan, Americas, Europe, Pakistan, india, Asia, Europe, Gulf https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/bahrain/bahrain-bans-citizens-from-travelling-to-iran-and-iraq-1.500560664 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/lsxxu3vm/Bahrain-Flag Interior Ministry cites security risks as Bahrain blocks trips to Iran, Iraq Gulf News en 2026-06-02T13:52:37.404+04:00 Bahrain bans citizens from travelling to Iran and Iraq Bahrain, Bahrain https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/abu-dhabis-ihc-emaars-alabbar-look-to-buy-dubai-based-conglomerate-iffco-1.500560642 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/d4brfcwj/IFFCO-Offices-6-scaled.jpg IFFCO brands include London Dairy ice cream, Tiffany, Alfa, Noor and more. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T13:44:10.217+04:00 Abu Dhabi's IHC, Emaar's Alabbar look to buy Dubai-based conglomerate IFFCO Retail, Markets, Emaar https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/uae-health-ministry-debunks-ebola-myths-and-clarifies-facts-1.500560560 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/iddx75z7/Ebola2026 The ministry addressed several common misconceptions about Ebola. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T13:44:04.854+04:00 UAE health ministry debunks Ebola myths and clarifies facts Health, ebola https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/malayalam-star-jewel-mary-shuts-down-cancer-death-rumours-as-funeral-cards-circulate-i-am-not-dead-yet-1.500560589 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-13/pd7waljj/jewel44.JPG She played the female lead opposite Malayalam Mammootty in back-to-back films Utopiayile Rajavu and Pathemari. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T13:20:00.000+04:00 Malayalam star Jewel Mary shuts down cancer death rumours as funeral cards circulate: 'I am not dead yet' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/pentagon-bars-journalists-from-its-press-office-saying-it-has-become-a-classified-space-1.500560619 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-01/ee98wszs/preview.jpg Pentagon redesignates press office as classified, blocking reporters’ access Gulf News en 2026-06-02T13:16:37.212+04:00 Pentagon bars journalists from its press office, saying it has become a 'classified space' Americas, America https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/arts-culture/sheikha-bodour-brings-story-of-ancient-arab-queens-to-life-in-heart-of-europe-1.500560527 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/vqx9jgvx/14301729-1.jpg Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi in the Księgarnia Korekty bookstore in Warsaw for the launch of the Polish version of her book Let Them Know She Is Here: Searching for the Queen of Mleiha https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/3qpi16cl/14301988.jpg Crowds waiting for their copies of Let Them Know She Is Here: Searching for the Queen of Mleiha to be signed in the Księgarnia Korekty bookstore in Warsaw. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T13:15:58.869+04:00 Sheikha Bodour brings story of ancient Arab queens to life in heart of Europe Arts Culture, UAE, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/BestBuys-lifestyle/puffy-eyes-dry-skin-on-long-flights-7-skincare-essentials-for-uae-travellers-in-2026-1.500560498 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/ech7afhz/Glass-Skin-3.jpg These seven travel-friendly products are worth making room for in your carry-on to help combat dryness, fatigue and post-flight skin woes. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T12:48:42.444+04:00 Puffy eyes, dry skin on long flights? 7 skincare essentials for UAE travellers in 2026 BestBuys-Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-recaptures-three-escaped-inmates-after-manhunt-1.500560559 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/0dg2wjl8/iStockphoto.avif Three escapees from prison were recaptured by Kuwaiti security forces. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T12:42:50.135+04:00 Kuwait recaptures three escaped inmates after manhunt Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/india-to-phase-out-maadhaar-as-new-aadhaar-app-takes-over-what-to-know-1.500560534 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/jen8chns/202605033774153.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-02T12:20:48.776+04:00 NRIs in UAE: India to phase out mAadhaar as new app takes over - what changes Banking, Living-Banking, India, india, Aadhaar card application for NRIs https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/cargo-ship-damaged-after-claimed-iranian-missile-strike-1.500560497 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-01/y11zgnr6/MSC UKMTO said the vessel was transiting the Gulf approximately 40 nautical miles southeast of Umm Qasr when it was hit on its starboard side. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T12:05:26.544+04:00 Cargo ship damaged after claimed Iranian missile strike Mena, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-lottery-reveals-full-identity-of-first-dh30-million-winner-tayab-1.500560505 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/j2gc3k2i/Dh30m-won.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-02T12:05:18.905+04:00 UAE Lottery reveals full identity of first Dh30 million winner Tayab UAE, UAE, Abu Dhabi, The UAE Lottery https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/sabrina-carpenter-granted-restraining-order-after-stalker-tried-to-enter-her-home-and-kept-returning-after-arrest-1.500560493 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/ctu1mag3/newsml_afp_com_20260505T035530Z_doc_a9tz2we.jpeg Sabrina Carpenter arrives for the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, in New York, on May 4, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/3tptyqia/newsml_afp_com_20260504T000000Z_PH_GTY_2274539288.jpeg Sabrina Carpenter attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 04, 2026 in New York City. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T12:05:05.454+04:00 Sabrina Carpenter granted restraining order after stalker tried to enter her home and kept returning after arrest Entertainment, Music, Music https://gulfnews.com/business/property/abu-dhabi-freezes-rent-increases-does-this-affect-existing-or-new-uae-tenants-1.500560502 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-23/jl77smxg/Abudhabiskyline-2026 Abu dhabi skyline Gulf News en 2026-06-02T12:04:01.126+04:00 Abu Dhabi freezes rent increases: Does this affect existing or new UAE tenants? Property, Government, Living-Housing, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/how-one-iranian-missile-could-trigger-a-us-counterstrike-1.500560431 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2015/2/19/1_16a083af611.1459795_1217700723_16a083af611_large.jpg A MQ-1 Predator drone flies over an undisclosed location inthis handout by the US Air Force. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/lpixqppz/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-3.50.38-PM.png EMISSION PARADOX: Air defence radars act as the "eyes" of an anti-aircraft or anti-missile battery, tracking incoming projectiles. To be effective, they must blast active radio waves into the sky. The moment a radar emits these signals, enemy electronic support measures (ESM) and intelligence-gathering systems can intercept them. This instantly gives away the operators' location. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/44pwrcuf/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-3.06.15-PM.png Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps fires a missile in a video shared by IRGC_IRAN_News on June 2, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/f1qvlt1j/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-6.25.10-AM.png A US F-35 fighter jet flying over the Gulf. At the centre of the US-Iran dispute are two issues that negotiators have struggled to resolve for months: Iran’s stockpile of highly-enriched uranium and the future status of the Strait of Hormuz. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-01/gv5slo5r/Screenshot_2026_06_01_at_8_31_40_AM.png A CNN analysis cited by other outlets reported that Iran had reopened at least 50 blocked access points at 18 underground missile facilities after the ceasefire period began. Bulldozers and heavy equipment were reportedly observed removing rubble and restoring access to buried infrastructure. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/lpixqppz/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-3.50.38-PM.png EMISSION PARADOX: Air defence radars act as the "eyes" of an anti-aircraft or anti-missile battery, tracking incoming projectiles. To be effective, they must blast active radio waves into the sky. The moment a radar emits these signals, enemy electronic support measures (ESM) and intelligence-gathering systems can intercept them. This instantly gives away the operators' location. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T11:57:32.643+04:00 How one Iranian missile could trigger a US counterstrike Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/seven-family-members-killed-after-car-plunges-into-nile-canal-in-egypt-1.500560489 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/t8g6h7k5/Egypt-tragedy.webp Seven family members were killed after their car plunged into Nile canal near Egypt's town of Badrashin. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T11:57:28.819+04:00 Seven family members killed after car plunges into Nile canal in Egypt Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/arab-region-pays-the-price-for-irans-expansive-ambitions-anwar-gargash-1.500560468 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-16/8as97lm8/gulfnews2025-09-285ib6n3hwgulfnewsimport20190909190909-Anwar-Gargash16d16cd3086large.avif Dr Anwar Mohammed Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President Gulf News en 2026-06-02T11:52:00.887+04:00 Arab region pays the price for Iran’s expansive ambitions: Anwar Gargash Government, UAE, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/taylor-swift-returns-to-country-with-an-original-toy-story-5-track-tied-to-everyones-favourite-cowgirl-jessie-1.500560465 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/dionp8df/SnapInsta.to712724121186624729100549562721617000230471785n.jpg Taylor Swift has a new song coming, and this time it is for Woody, Buzz and the gang. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/trxczthh/Toy-Story-5-2.jpg.webp Lilipad from Toy Story 5 trailer Gulf News en 2026-06-02T11:34:07.739+04:00 Taylor Swift returns to country with an original Toy Story 5 track tied to everyone's favourite cowgirl Jessie Entertainment, Music, HollyWood, hollywood, Music, Taylor Swift https://gulfnews.com/uae/when-will-uae-schools-close-for-summer-holidays-term-dates-and-breaks-explained-1.500560451 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-12/wwc5cpar/IMG5135.jpeg The schedule, announced as part of the broader 2026–2027 academic calendar, is designed to provide schools, parents, and students with early clarity on term dates and holiday periods. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T11:19:54.181+04:00 When will UAE schools close for summer holidays? Term dates and breaks explained UAE, Education, Dubai school calendar https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi-suspends-rental-increases-until-further-notice-what-tenants-need-to-know-1.500560424 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/2iw052j7/IMG5417.jpeg Tenants gain cost certainty as landlords ordered to keep current rent levels https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/05/10/Stock-Rental-agreement---lease---tenants_18805ec05ee_large.jpg It was March 1 that Dubai updated its RERA Rental index. Effective April 1, landlords in Dubai can ask for rent re-valuation only if they attach a legal order or judgement. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T10:42:36.644+04:00 Abu Dhabi suspends rental increases until further notice: What tenants need to know UAE, Property, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/india-tightens-immigration-rules-what-foreign-travellers-need-to-know-1.500560374 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/05/10/STOCK-VISA---Travel---Holiday_1880627a80e_large.jpg New rule ends 14-day grace period, mandates pre-180-day registration for foreigners Gulf News en 2026-06-02T09:58:55.210+04:00 India tightens immigration rules: What foreign travellers need to know India, india, India UAE travel, travel, Visa https://gulfnews.com/technology/oura-ring-5-uae-price-revealed-inside-the-worlds-smallest-smart-ring-features-and-full-breakdown-1.500560366 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/8wxcblr3/ouraring4.avif On paper, the Oura Ring 5 and Ring 4 may look similar in purpose, but under the hood the hardware has been significantly refined Gulf News en 2026-06-02T09:51:35.005+04:00 Oura Ring 5 UAE price revealed: Inside the world’s smallest smart ring, features and full breakdown Technology https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/tropical-storm-jangmi-injures-9-in-japan-thousands-without-power-1.500560227 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/9prgqtt7/41.jpg A departures board shows a cancelled flight to Okinawa after Severe Tropical Storm Jangmi shut down the airport there as it moved toward mainland Japan. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T09:28:52.465+04:00 Tropical storm Jangmi injures 9 in Japan, thousands without power Asia https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/blake-lively-seeks-penalties-in-justin-baldoni-case-as-court-fight-reignites-after-settlement-1.500560337 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-01/dudvsq30/preview.jpg Lively’s legal team returned to court in New York, asking a judge to order Baldoni to cover her legal expenses and impose additional penalties. (Photos by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP) Gulf News en 2026-06-02T09:15:39.921+04:00 Blake Lively seeks penalties in Justin Baldoni case as court fight reignites after settlement Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-witnesses-first-onager-birth-in-more-than-a-century-1.500560226 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/p3alvhhl/Onager-birth.webp The Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve witnessed the first birth of an onager, one of the world's rarest wild equids, in more than 100 years, marking a milestone in efforts to restore species that disappeared from the Arabian Peninsula. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T08:22:38.310+04:00 Saudi Arabia witnesses first onager birth in more than a century Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/cbse-issues-update-after-activating-re-evaluation-portal-key-details-for-students-1.500560286 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-31/u807c025/20260528357F.jpg Class 12 students get June 2–6 to apply online; no offline or late requests allowed Gulf News en 2026-06-02T08:16:59.406+04:00 CBSE issues update after activating re-evaluation portal: Key details for students Education, CBSE, india, Education https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/call-of-duty-modern-warfare-4-confirmed-with-korean-setting-gameplay-overhaul-and-release-date-1.500560277 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/zlrluxby/callofduty.jpg Infinity Ward says the goal is a more intense and emotionally charged experience than previous entries, combining realistic military detail with high-stakes storytelling. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T08:13:40.141+04:00 Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 confirmed with Korean setting, gameplay overhaul and release date Entertainment, Technology https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/desi-bling-review-rich-glamorous-and-impossible-to-fully-believe-1.500560136 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-01/fju8orjl/IMG3954.webp Alizey Mirza and Lailli Mirza on Desi Bling Gulf News en 2026-06-02T07:54:25.170+04:00 Desi Bling review: Rich, glamorous and impossible to fully believe Entertainment, BollyWood, TV, bollywood, ott, TV series, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/will-the-boroughs-return-for-season-2-creators-tease-bigger-mystery-after-netflix-finale-twist-1.500560265 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/4ies0qzm/boroughs.JPG Gulf News en 2026-06-02T07:50:25.437+04:00 Will The Boroughs return for Season 2? Creators tease bigger mystery after Netflix finale twist Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/kuwait-air-defences-engage-missile-and-drone-attacks-as-us-responds-to-iranian-aggressions-1.500559103 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-31/tcbs3pii/newsml_afp_com_20260531T075133Z_doc_b4j76nr.jpeg This picture taken from a position in the Marjayoun area of southern Lebanon shows smoke rising in the distance, behind the medieval Beaufort Castle, known locally as Qalaat al-Shaqif or Shaqif Arnoun, following an Israeli airstrike on the village of Yohmor on May 31, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/bw93pjg3/20200901_Top_News_donald_trump_174490d977e_original_ratio.jpg US President Donald Trump https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-01/b76e4hd6/HJtvhREWEAUGpWH.jpg Gulf News en 2026-06-02T07:42:12.881+04:00 Kuwait intercepts missile and drone attacks; Tehran suspends negotiations via mediators with US: Iranian media Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/ipl/lalit-modi-i-would-demolish-narendra-modi-stadium-and-rebuild-it-1.500560082 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-01/24jlw48e/Lalit-Modi Lalit Modi wants to make the stadium a 365 day destination https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-01/q8emqzi5/Lalit-Modi Lalit Modi Gulf News en 2026-06-02T07:17:00.000+04:00 Lalit Modi: I would demolish Narendra Modi Stadium and rebuild it IPL, cricket https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/cbse-class-12-verification-and-re-evaluation-portal-goes-live-after-delay-1.500560251 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-15/6lmq61iu/CBSEstudents Students can now apply for marks verification and re-evaluation after technical issues pushed back launch Gulf News en 2026-06-02T07:13:28.796+04:00 CBSE Class 12 verification and re-evaluation portal goes live after delay Education, CBSE, india, Education https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/61-magnitude-earthquake-strikes-off-italys-calabria-coast-1.500560210 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-20/nockg0xz/gulfnewsimport20210207Stock-Earthquake1777b559696large.avif Gulf News en 2026-06-02T06:41:32.332+04:00 6.1-magnitude earthquake strikes off Italy’s Calabria coast Europe https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/south-indian/blast-explodes-at-box-office-proving-big-hits-dont-need-big-budgets-1.500559938 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-01/zttcgkgw/blast-zone-movie-review-3.jpg Abhirami, Arjun and Preity Mukundhan in a poster from ‘Blast’ https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-01/9clb2yym/dasda.jpg Fans praise Arjun Sarja’s screen presence and mass action scenes. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T06:30:00.000+04:00 Blast explodes at box office, proving big hits don’t need big budgets South-Indian https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/uae-petrol-prices-are-lesser-than-rest-of-the-world-despite-june-increase-1.500559755 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-25/g15cvwu6/202605253800899.jpg Fuel prices rise again in Rajasthan; petrol in Jaipur costs Rs 112.66 per litre Gulf News en 2026-06-02T06:06:00.000+04:00 UAE petrol prices are lower than rest of the world despite June increase Energy, Markets, Living-Transport, Fuel prices https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/121-ships-redirected-5-disabled-as-us-rachets-up-blockade-of-iran-ports-1.500560225 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/t25y1jsa/Marine-chopper.jpeg US Marines assigned to Maritime Raid Force, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, conduct fast rope training aboard USS Tripoli (LHA 7) in the Arabian Sea. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T06:04:17.600+04:00 121 ships redirected, 5 disabled as US rachets up blockade of Iran ports Mena https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/saudi-arabia-requires-five-day-advance-notice-of-investment-rounds-by-finance-firms-1.500560216 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/01/30/Saudi_Arabia_central_bank_resources1_16a3107af99_large.jpg Saudi Arabia’s Central Bank Gulf News en 2026-06-02T05:55:27.149+04:00 Saudi Arabia requires five-day advance notice of investment rounds by finance firms Markets, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-forecast-dusty-conditions-and-cooler-temperatures-expected-this-week-1.500560205 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-20/eluwsvv6/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-20-at-03.34.17.jpeg Temperatures are expected to range between reach between 43°C and 47°C inland, 36°C to 41°C in coastal and island areas, dropping to 32°C to 37°C in mountainous regions. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T05:54:55.419+04:00 UAE weather forecast: Dusty conditions and cooler temperatures expected this week Weather, UAE, UAE weather, Weather forecast https://gulfnews.com/uae/sharjah-police-handle-70000-calls-during-eid-al-adha-break-1.500560147 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-05/oxvg7ysj/Sharjah-Police-new-patrols.jpg Sharjah Police ensured safety and smooth traffic during Eid Al Adha. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-01/4wm555df/Sharjah-Police-headquarter Sharjah Police ensured safety and smooth traffic during Eid Al Adha. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T05:54:19.358+04:00 Sharjah Police handle 70,000 calls during Eid Al Adha break UAE, Eid Al Adha UAE, Sharjah, Sharjah Police https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/left-unlocked-gone-in-seconds-sharjah-police-issue-warning-1.500560125 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/r0evr0c2/34.jpg Sharjah Police awareness video shows how unlocked vehicles can attract thieves. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/cf09ji4c/33.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-01/sersls2w/Car-theft-waring.jpg A thief steals an unlocked vehicle after finding the keys left inside, highlighting the risks of leaving cars unattended Gulf News en 2026-06-02T05:53:42.291+04:00 Left unlocked, gone in seconds: Sharjah Police issue warning Crime, crime, Sharjah, Sharjah Police https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/ipl/tendulkars-proposed-ipl-rule-changes-could-reshape-t20-cricket-forever-1.500560064 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-01/yrgez88e/Sachin-Tendulkar Sachin Tendulkar's proposed changes https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-01/yrgez88e/Sachin-Tendulkar Sachin Tendulkar's proposed changes Gulf News en 2026-06-02T05:50:00.000+04:00 Tendulkar's proposed IPL rule changes could reshape T20 cricket forever IPL, cricket https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/after-hormuz-are-iran-and-its-allies-eyeing-bab-al-mandab-1.500559952 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/12/18/-_18c7d6e5d2d_large.jpg A Houthi military helicopter flies over the Galaxy Leader cargo ship in the Red Sea in November 2023. Houthi attacks on commercial shipping previously disrupted traffic through the Bab Al Mandab Strait, one of the world's most important maritime chokepoints. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2015/10/9/1_16a0810f2f9.1597815_877019193_16a0810f2f9_large.jpg Bab Al Mandab strait. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/xhl08pxo/yemen1_1702370061474_18c5d29acb2_original_ratio.jpg The Bab Al Mandab Strait links the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden and is one of the world's busiest shipping routes. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T05:43:00.000+04:00 After Hormuz, are Iran and its allies eyeing Bab Al Mandab? Mena, Yemen, Gulf, Gulf, US-Israel-Iran war, houthis https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/euphrates-flood-deprives-east-syria-farmers-from-crops-1.500560208 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-31/d73gamkc/newsml_afp_com_20260531T134643Z_doc_b4jl6ke.jpeg This aerial photograph shows flood waters along the water stations in Syria's Deir Ezzor province on May 31, 2026, following recent flooding as water levels from the Euphrates river rise. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-31/htqy8h02/newsml_afp_com_20260531T093112Z_doc_b4j92cz.jpeg This aerial picture shows an inundated area in Syria's Deir Ezzor province following recent flooding on as water levels from the Euphrates river rise on May 30, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-31/6oijq2vq/newsml_afp_com_20260531T093704Z_doc_b4j969j.jpeg This aerial picture shows an inundated area in Raqa province following recent flooding as water levels rise along the Euphrates River on May 30, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-31/cn5sclan/newsml_afp_com_20260531T093705Z_doc_b4j96we.jpeg This aerial picture shows an inundated area in Raqa province following recent flooding as water levels rise along the Euphrates River on May 30, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T05:42:49.781+04:00 Euphrates flood deprives east Syria farmers from crops Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/missile-explosions-heard-in-kyiv-afp-journalists-1.500560162 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/tbgdzb0d/A_family_takes_shelter_in_a_metro_station_in_Kyiv_early_on_February_24__2022__Air_raid_sirens_rang_o.jpg Kyiv residents rushed to shelters clutching bags and blankets, AFP journalists observed, as a large plume of smoke emanated from the city centre. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T05:38:04.490+04:00 Missile explosions heard in Kyiv: AFP journalists Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/meteor-as-heavy-as-an-elephant-causes-widespread-speculation-across-new-england-1.500560179 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/ka4tcd7t/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-9.19.53-AM.png Nasa confirmed a fireball over New England at 2:06 pm EDT on Saturday, May 30, 2026. Based on the latest Nasa data, the energy released at breakup is estimated to be equivalent to about 230 tons of TNT, which accounts for the sonic boom. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/naoudgxm/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-9.17.42-AM.png Gulf News en 2026-06-02T05:26:34.082+04:00 Meteor 'as heavy as an elephant' causes widespread speculation across New England fireball meteor nasa new england houses shook https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/from-minerals-to-corridors-why-africa-matters-to-china-the-gulf-and-the-west-1.500559784 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-01/4w0f8guf/OPN-Africa-mining30-Read-Only.jpg Africa is a continent rich in minerals powering the green economy, alive with the energy of the world’s youngest population, and open to trade routes and partnerships that serve mutual futures. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T05:03:00.000+04:00 From minerals to corridors: Why Africa matters to China, the Gulf and the West Op-Eds, Africa, economy, Gulf, China, Europe, Africa https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/ukrainian-drone-strike-kills-one-in-russias-kursk-governor-1.500560177 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/j9u8m7oz/Ukrainian-drones.webp A Ukrainian soldier carries a drones. Cross-border drone attacks have intensified in recent months as Russia and Ukraine continue to trade strikes in the more than four-year war. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T04:31:17.072+04:00 Ukrainian drone strike kills one in Russia's Kursk: Governor Europe https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/official-launch-of-electronic-link-between-amman-stock-exchange-and-abu-dhabi-securities-exchange-1.500560034 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/uywbis1h/ASX-Jordan.jpg Officials sign the deal formally activating the electronic link between Jordan’s capital market (ASX) and Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) through “Tabadul”. The move is expected to boost joint cooperation between Jordan and the UAE, in line with efforts to develop regional financial markets and enhance integration. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T04:28:59.597+04:00 Tabadul: Electronic link between Amman, Abu Dhabi stock exchanges launched Markets, Business https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/arab-parliament-condemns-iranian-attacks-on-kuwait-1.500560097 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-01/b7vw2w9r/m8j048tc1ka1tb5po.jpeg Mohammed Ahmed Al Yamahi, Speaker of the Arab Parliament. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T04:04:08.859+04:00 Arab Parliament condemns Iranian attacks on Kuwait Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/egypt-strongly-condemns-irans-repeated-attacks-on-kuwait-1.500560105 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/qid8t4wk/Kuwait_resources1_16a4505d5b9_original_ratio.jpg A view of Kuwait. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T03:52:30.496+04:00 Egypt strongly condemns Iran's repeated attacks on Kuwait Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/irans-ghalibaf-warns-of-action-against-israel-over-lebanon-attacks-1.500560167 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-01/me36s1xe/ANI_20260525080007.jpg Iran’s Parliament Speaker MB Ghalibaf Gulf News en 2026-06-02T03:41:38.935+04:00 Ghalibaf raises stakes: Iran threatens 'action' if Israel expands Lebanon offensive Mena https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/oil-prices-hover-near-95-as-iran-conflict-keeps-global-supplies-in-a-chokehold-why-your-fuel-tank-still-hurts-1.500560154 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/gsh8imix/Crude_Oil_17f2ac47322_original_ratio.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-01/ybhty6wf/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-6.43.10-AM.png As of 8.04am Tuesday (June 2, 2026) in Tokyo. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T03:05:56.112+04:00 Oil prices hover near $95 as Iran conflict keeps global supplies in a chokehold — Why your fuel tank still hurts Energy https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/conflicting-us-iran-statements-deepen-uncertainty-over-hormuz-uranium-talks-1.500560140 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/f1qvlt1j/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-6.25.10-AM.png A US F-35 fighter jet flying over the Gulf. At the centre of the US-Iran dispute are two issues that negotiators have struggled to resolve for months: Iran’s stockpile of highly-enriched uranium and the future status of the Strait of Hormuz. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/7oaneuqm/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-9.03.57-AM.png A US Apache attack helicopter flying over the Gulf. At the centre of the US-Iran dispute are two issues that negotiators have struggled to resolve for months: Iran’s stockpile of highly-enriched uranium and the future status of the Strait of Hormuz. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T02:20:10.520+04:00 Conflicting US-Iran statements deepen uncertainty over Hormuz, uranium talks Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/continued-iranian-attacks-on-kuwait-constitute-dangerous-unacceptable-escalation-gcc-1.500560039 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-01/xjp3r99c/newsml_afp_com_20260520T161907Z_doc_b3h87wx.jpeg Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, secretary general of the Gulf Cooperation Council, speaks as he attends a signing ceremony at Downing Street in London on May 20, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-06-02T01:59:27.964+04:00 Continued Iranian attacks on Kuwait constitute dangerous, unacceptable escalation: GCC Mena, Gulf https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-parks-and-attractions-welcome-more-than-1-million-visitors-during-eid-al-adha-1.500560076 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-01/5fv4lgeh/Eid-visitors The municipality said extensive preparations were undertaken ahead of Eid to ensure all facilities were fully equipped to accommodate the surge in visitors. Gulf News en 2026-06-01T23:03:00.139+04:00 Dubai parks and attractions welcome more than 1 million visitors during Eid Al Adha UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/uae-recalls-two-goodbye-all-insects-insecticide-products-1.500560071 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-01/l3ckm3yz/The-recall-applies-to-Goodbye-All-Insects-Max-Kills-in-One-Spray-and-Goodbye-All-Insects-both-manufactured-by-SCITRA. The recall applies to "Goodbye All Insects Max Kills in One Spray" and "Goodbye All Insects", both manufactured by SCITRA. Gulf News en 2026-06-01T22:46:21.895+04:00 UAE recalls two 'Goodbye All Insects' insecticide products Health, Health