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<image:caption>Smoke rises from an Israeli airstrike that hit Burj al-Shamali village near the southern port city of Tyre, Lebanon, Tuesday, June 2, 2026. (AP Photo/Mohammed Zaatari)</image:caption>
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<image:caption>In addition to Gaza, Israel is waging a ground and air offensive across its northern border in Lebanon where it's combating Hezbollah, another Iran-supported group. And Benjamin Netanyahu's government is widely expected to retaliate in the coming days against Iran for an attack of 200 ballistic missiles last week.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T18:31:49.529+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Israel-Lebanon ceasefire agreed as US House curbs Trump on Iran war; UN peacekeeper killed in south Lebanon shelling</news:title>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-uncovers-more-than-1700-artefacts-at-historic-al-juhfah-hajj-site-1.500563450</loc>
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<image:caption>The discoveries provide fresh insight into the role of Al Juhfah as a major stop for pilgrims and travellers.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T18:05:26.933+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Saudi Arabia uncovers more than 1,700 artefacts at historic Al Juhfah Hajj site</news:title>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/egypt-arrest-fake-heart-surgeon-for-running-clinic-using-forged-credentials-1.500563409</loc>
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<image:caption>Investigators said the man presented himself as head of the cardiac surgery department at Ain Shams University.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T18:02:53.002+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Egypt arrest fake heart surgeon for running clinic using forged credentials </news:title>
<news:keywords>Mena, Egypt</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/transport/uae-oman-rail-project-enters-track-laying-phase-as-hafeet-rail-accelerates-cross-border-network-1.500563120</loc>
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<image:caption>Hafeet Rail has launched rail track-laying operations on t the UAE–Oman rail connection project, marking a major construction milestone for one of the Gulf region's most significant cross-border transport projects.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T18:01:13.487+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE-Oman rail project enters track-laying phase as Hafeet Rail accelerates cross-border network</news:title>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/man-city-consider-legal-action-over-real-madrid-haaland-claim-1.500563396</loc>
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<image:caption>Manchester City are not happy with Real Madrid's potential new president</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Haaland broke the Premier League goalscoring record for a single campaign in his first season in the league</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Real Madrid often lure the best talents across Europe to the club</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T17:44:42.099+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Man City consider legal action over Real Madrid Haaland claim </news:title>
<news:keywords>Sport, Football, Manchester City, Real Madrid</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/emergencies/dubai-police-seize-300-unsafe-gas-cylinders-issue-safety-warning-1.500563437</loc>
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<image:caption>Authorities say unsafe refilling practices can trigger fires and explosions</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T17:32:23.477+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Dubai Police seize 300 unsafe gas cylinders, issue safety warning</news:title>
<news:keywords>emergencies</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/liz-the-original-shopper-sale-returns-to-dubai-world-trade-centre-1.500563402</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T17:13:43.920+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>LIZ – The Original Shopper Sale returns to Dubai World Trade Centre</news:title>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/7-free-things-to-do-in-dubai-this-june-movies-fitness-and-wellness-resets-1.500563202</loc>
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<image:caption>From open-air beach cinemas to free indoor gyms, here is how to enjoy the city this month without spending a single dirham.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T17:07:36.262+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>7 Free things to do in Dubai this June: Movies, fitness, and wellness resets</news:title>
<news:keywords>Lifestyle, Things To Do, UAE, Dubai, lifestyle</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/nepali-climber-alive-after-six-days-missing-on-everest-3-1.500563381</loc>
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<image:caption>Mountaineer Dawa Sherpa is being carried by medics and rescuers upon his arrival at the HAMS Hospital in Kathmandu on June 4, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T16:58:24.053+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Nepali climber alive after six days missing on Everest</news:title>
<news:keywords>Asia, Nepal</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/manchester-united-star-omar-marmoush-ties-the-knot-1.500561782</loc>
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<image:caption>Marmoush announced his wedding with a cheerful car selfie.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Omar Marmoush celebrates scoring the second goal during the English League Cup in Manchester, northwest England on February 4, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Marmoush back with his teammates after his wedding.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T16:57:01.971+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Manchester City star Omar Marmoush ties the knot</news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment, Sport</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/meet-flavio-cobolli-footballer-turned-tennis-star-now-in-french-open-semis-1.500563361</loc>
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<image:caption>Flavio Cobolli</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T16:38:41.610+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Meet Flavio Cobolli, footballer turned tennis star now in French Open semis</news:title>
<news:keywords>Football</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/the-us-house-voted-against-trumps-iran-war-can-it-actually-stop-it-1.500563325</loc>
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<image:caption>US President Donald Trump speaks to the press in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, on June 3, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T16:14:55.465+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>The US House voted against Trump’s Iran war. Can it actually stop it?</news:title>
<news:keywords>Americas, Donald Trump, America</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/elon-musk-lauds-pakistan-says-west-should-emulate-its-justice-system-1.500563315</loc>
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<image:caption>Reacting to the ruling on X, Musk said the decision demonstrated the kind of justice he believes Western countries should adopt for serious crimes.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T16:12:30.087+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Elon Musk lauds Pakistan, says West should emulate its justice system</news:title>
<news:keywords>Pakistan, Americas, Pakistan, crime, americas</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/dubai-launches-sme-platform-to-cut-startup-costs-by-over-dh80000-and-speed-business-setup-1.500563271</loc>
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<image:caption>Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism launched a digital platform supported by 18 partners to help entrepreneurs set up businesses.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T16:06:23.884+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Dubai launches SME platform to cut startup costs by over Dh80,000 and speed business setup </news:title>
<news:keywords>economy, Dubai</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/ask-us/dubai-summer-closures-expected-2026-reopening-dates-for-top-outdoor-attractions-1.500563282</loc>
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<image:caption>Picture used for illustrative purposes.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Global Village ‘30 Seasons of Wonders Parade’</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-19/1pjfzk1a/20221016_dubai_miracle_garden_1_183e25dc193_original_ratio.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Dubai Miracle Garden is the world's largest natural flower garden, and has over 100 million flowers of different varieties.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Sable Antelope at Dubai Safari Park.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T16:04:50.179+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Dubai summer closures: Expected 2026 reopening dates for top outdoor attractions</news:title>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/binance-launches-fully-regulated-aed-fiat-crypto-ramp-in-uae-with-zero-deposit-fees-1.500563239</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T16:00:29.700+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Binance launches fully regulated AED fiat-crypto ramp in UAE with zero deposit fees</news:title>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/adib-launches-mobile-salary-payment-service-for-uae-employers-1.500563308</loc>
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<image:caption>Service connects employers directly to MoHRE data for salary processing.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T15:56:26.742+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>ADIB launches mobile salary payment service for UAE employers</news:title>
<news:keywords>Banking</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/technology/what-is-google-dreambeans-googles-dreamy-new-ai-app-builds-your-life-story-overnight-1.500563265</loc>
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<image:caption>Unveiled by Google Labs, Dreambeans is an experimental AI app designed to pull together scattered data from across your Google ecosystem and turn it into something more human: Curated daily stories about you.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T15:54:28.058+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>What is Google Dreambeans? Google’s dreamy new AI app builds your life story overnight</news:title>
<news:keywords>Technology, Lifestyle</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/rio-ferdianand-england-have-a-good-chance-of-lifting-world-cup-1.500563257</loc>
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<image:caption>Rio Ferdinand backs England to get the job done at the World Cup this summer</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Rio Ferdinand captained England six times during his international career</image:caption>
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<image:caption>The former Manchester United defender scored 3 goals for England during his international career</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T15:51:01.041+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Rio Ferdinand: England have a “good chance” of lifting World Cup </news:title>
<news:keywords>Sport, Football, World Cup, football, manchester united, FIFA World Cup Qualifiers</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/purehealth-launches-ai-focused-medical-university-campus-in-greece-1.500563283</loc>
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<image:caption>University aims to boost medical talent, research and AI-driven healthcare.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T15:46:55.372+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>PureHealth launches AI-focused medical university campus in Greece</news:title>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/motorsport/ferrari-set-to-end-mercedes-run-in-monaco-1.500563273</loc>
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<image:caption>Charles Leclerc</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T15:41:01.043+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Ferrari set to end Mercedes’ run in Monaco</news:title>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/property/4-factors-driving-abu-dhabis-property-boom-and-future-growth-1.500563272</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T15:37:09.994+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>4 factors driving Abu Dhabi’s property boom and future growth</news:title>
<news:keywords>Property</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/bascom-palmer-eye-institute-appoints-pradeep-ramulu-as-new-chair-1.500563260</loc>
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<image:caption>Statistical guru tips Netherlands to win 2026 after Ronaldo knocks out Messi</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Statistical guru tips Netherlands to win 2026 after Ronaldo knocks out Messi</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T15:28:30.279+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Economist who predicted last 3 World Cups correctly says Ronaldo will knock out Messi and Netherlands will win</news:title>
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<image:caption>Huge crowd during Eid Al Adha celebrations at Dubai mall fountain area.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Krishnakumar Syamala Ravindran in Kerala on Thursday</image:caption>
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<image:caption>A screengrab of the live video shows the ticket value as zero when the show host Richard displayed it during the draw on Wednesday night.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T15:18:26.831+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>How Indian expat on vacation in Kerala won Dh20 million Abu Dhabi Big Ticket 'for free'</news:title>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/every-fifa-world-cup-mascot-from-1966-to-2026-and-their-stories-1.500563187</loc>
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<image:caption>Mascots of the World Cup Maple the Moose (L), Zayu the Jaguar (C) and Clutch the Bald Eagle pose for a picture during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers semi-final playoff football match between New Caledonia and Jamaica at the Akron Stadium in Zapopan, Mexico on March 26, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T15:08:04.825+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Every FIFA World Cup mascot from 1966 to 2026 and their stories</news:title>
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<image:caption>A retired Turkish police officer was arrested after fatally shooting his son in a public street after a dispute over money for drugs . Illustrative image.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T15:07:03.678+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Retired Turkish police officer fatally shoots son after alleged drug-related confrontation</news:title>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T14:35:00.000+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Why active birthday parties are becoming the celebration of choice for UAE families</news:title>
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<image:caption>The gutted Hotel Flourish Stays in New Delhi and owner Lavkesh Bajaj in police custody after a fire at the property killed 21 people.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T14:32:51.204+04:00</news:publication_date>
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<image:caption>An Ethiopian woman casts her vote at a polling station in the general election in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Monday, June 1, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T14:19:47.434+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Historic Ethiopia election marks major step in political maturity</news:title>
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<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T14:14:51.951+04:00</news:publication_date>
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<image:caption>Elordi and Jenner were spotted enjoying Tokyo hotspots before heading to Kyoto</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T14:01:20.916+04:00</news:publication_date>
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<image:caption>Dr. Mohammad Ghatali, Consultant Neurologist and Head of Neuroscience at Mubadala Health Dubai</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T14:00:32.144+04:00</news:publication_date>
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<image:caption>A pair of onagers in a grassland</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T13:59:31.920+04:00</news:publication_date>
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<image:caption>India and Saudi Arabia were important growth markets in global aviation.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T13:40:09.599+04:00</news:publication_date>
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<image:caption>The FIFA World Cup begins on June 11</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T13:35:09.368+04:00</news:publication_date>
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<image:caption>Jordan's defender #5 Yazan Al Arab (C) fights for the ball with Switzerland's midfielder #16 Christian Fassnacht (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.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Members of Iraq's men's national football team sit atop a double-decker bus as they are paraded to celebrate the country's qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup</image:caption>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/from-kampala-streets-to-the-world-cup-stage-ugandas-ghetto-kids-shine-1.500563036</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T12:34:22.404+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>From Kampala streets to the World Cup stage: Uganda’s Ghetto kids shine</news:title>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/germany-launches-visa-free-airport-transit-for-indian-nationals-1.500563047</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-12/gslyf7tf/202601123636475.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Indian PM Narendra Modi with Friedrich Merz during the German Chancellor's visit to India.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T12:33:40.964+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Germany launches visa-free airport transit for Indian nationals </news:title>
<news:keywords>Tourism, Europe travel, Europe</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/janhvi-kapoor-climbs-3550-tirupati-steps-barefoot-on-peddi-release-day-1.500563034</loc>
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<image:caption>On the morning her film released, Janhvi Kapoor was barefoot on a mountain, climbing 3,550 steps to the Tirumala temple in Tirupati.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T12:30:01.664+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Janhvi Kapoor climbs 3,550 Tirupati steps barefoot on Peddi release day</news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment, South-Indian</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/ras-al-khaimah-launches-first-electric-bus-expands-purple-route-all-you-need-to-know-1.500563028</loc>
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<image:caption>The electric bus project aligns with RAKTA's wider sustainability strategy</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T12:17:05.675+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Ras Al Khaimah launches first electric bus, expands Purple route: All you need to know</news:title>
<news:keywords>Transport</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/ibexa-kicks-off-its-global-orchestration-tour-in-dubai-gathering-regional-leaders-to-explore-the-future-of-ai-powered-customer-experience-1.500563018</loc>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T12:14:55.056+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Ibexa kicks off its global Orchestration Tour in Dubai, gathering regional leaders to explore the future of AI-powered customer experience</news:title>
<news:keywords>Corporate-News</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/education/dubai-school-inspections-2026-why-the-khda-is-switching-to-24-hour-notice-for-all-private-schools-1.500562998</loc>
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<image:caption>Students at GEMS Metropole school in Dubai. Picture used for illustrative purposes.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T12:03:13.433+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Dubai school inspections 2026: Why the KHDA is switching to 24-hour notice for all private schools</news:title>
<news:keywords>Living-Education, Education, KHDA, Dubai private schools</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/how-uae-citizens-and-residents-can-sign-the-new-national-pledge-online-today-1.500563002</loc>
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<image:caption>“The UAE flag is a symbol of strength and pride,” said Sheikh Mohammed in a post on X</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Certificate of Appreciation for the Pledge and Commitment initiative</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T12:02:20.507+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>How UAE citizens and residents can sign the new national pledge online today</news:title>
<news:keywords>UAE, Lifestyle, UAE, lifestyle</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-midday-outdoor-work-ban-starts-june-15-fines-up-to-dh50000-for-violations-1.500562973</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-04/6455wjpf/Workers-at-construction-site.avif</image:loc>
<image:caption>The UAE's annual midday work ban will begin on June 15, prohibiting outdoor work under direct sunlight and in open-air areas between 12:30pm and 3pm until September 15</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T11:55:00.150+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE midday outdoor work ban starts June 15, fines up to Dh50,000 for violations</news:title>
<news:keywords>Government, UAE</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/your-weekend-watchlist-is-here-7-new-releases-you-wont-want-to-miss-1.500562974</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-04/cz0rbht1/Amy-Adams-and-Patrick-Wilson-in-Cape-Fear</image:loc>
<image:caption>Apple TV</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T11:39:40.416+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Your weekend watchlist is here: 7 new releases you won’t want to miss</news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment, HollyWood, hollywood, movies, TV series</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/research-science-investment-celebrates-moroccos-reading-champions-at-landmark-national-reading-programme-ceremony-1.500562965</loc>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T11:24:17.579+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Research Science Investment celebrates Morocco’s reading champions at landmark National Reading Programme ceremony</news:title>
<news:keywords>Corporate-News</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/free-charging-expands-across-sm-supermalls-as-philippine-ev-adoption-accelerates-1.500562957</loc>
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<image:caption>Filipino businessman Glenn Cuarto, a former OFW from the UAE, charges his Tesla Model 3 at a local mall. Location: SM City Cagayan de Oro.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>An EV charging station at an SM City mall in Bicol, south of Manila, Philippines.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>A VinFast EV juicing up at a free charging station about 600km south of Manila. Location: SM City Sorsogon.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T11:14:53.692+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Free charging expands across SM supermalls as Philippine EV adoption accelerates</news:title>
<news:keywords>Energy, Philippines, Auto News</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/former-cbfc-chief-and-bollywood-producer-pahlaj-nihalani-dies-at-76-1.500562944</loc>
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<image:caption>Nihalani, who had a strong presence in Hindi cinema as a producer, is best known for backing several popular films in the 1990s</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T11:01:15.200+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Former CBFC chief and Bollywood producer Pahlaj Nihalani dies at 76 </news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/peddi-box-office-ram-charan-film-set-for-explosive-opening-targets-rs-1-billion-global-debut-beats-dhurandhar-1.500562897</loc>
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<image:caption>Ram Charan just missed beating his own personal best; his previous outing, Game Changer, holds the edge with a Rs 27 crore advance booking haul.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T10:43:53.910+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Peddi box office: Ram Charan film set for explosive opening, targets Rs 1 billion global debut, beats Dhurandhar</news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/indian-expat-wins-dh20m-big-ticket-prize-after-seven-years-of-trying-1.500562912</loc>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T10:26:01.971+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Indian expat wins Dh20m Big Ticket prize after seven years of trying</news:title>
<news:keywords>UAE, UAE</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/hadaya-launches-to-bring-meaning-back-to-the-art-of-gifting-1.500560809</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-04/ywg3kbdk/Artboard-6.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T10:24:54.491+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Hadaya launches to bring meaning back to the art of gifting</news:title>
<news:keywords>Company News</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/asyad-group-expands-its-global-footprint-with-the-acquisition-of-a-controlling-stake-in-uzbekistans-logistics-platforms-1.500562907</loc>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T10:18:43.910+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Asyad Group expands its global footprint with the acquisition of a controlling stake in Uzbekistan’s logistics platforms</news:title>
<news:keywords>Corporate-News</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/why-demand-for-second-residency-is-going-up-1.500562900</loc>
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<image:caption>Clint Khan, Director of Y-Axis Middle East, said Canada plans to welcome about 380,000 new permanent residents this year in a Gulf News webinar</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T10:11:23.619+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Why demand for second residency is going up </news:title>
<news:keywords>World</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/indian-police-arrest-hotel-owner-after-deadly-fire-1.500562888</loc>
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<image:caption>Policemen stand guard near a restaurant and hotel building that caught fire in New Delhi, India</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T10:11:03.141+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Indian police arrest hotel owner after deadly fire</news:title>
<news:keywords>India</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/dubai-shoppers-can-win-12-homes-with-dh500-spend-in-new-summer-surprises-campaign-1.500562249</loc>
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<image:caption>Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) returns this year, making Dubai the ultimate destination to make memories this summer season.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T09:56:01.686+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Dubai shoppers can win 12 homes with Dh500 spend in new Summer Surprises campaign</news:title>
<news:keywords>Business, UAE Shopping Malls, Dubai Shopping Festival</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/real-time-pokémon-battles-are-coming-to-ios-and-androidand-your-free-time-just-evolved-1.500562856</loc>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T09:42:38.397+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Real-time Pokémon battles are coming to iOS and Android—and your free time just evolved </news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment, Lifestyle</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/call-of-duty-modern-warfare-4-korea-to-mumbai-and-new-york-fans-expect-go-big-or-go-home-warfare-1.500562817</loc>
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<image:caption>Infinity Ward says the goal is a more intense and emotionally charged experience than previous entries, combining realistic military detail with high-stakes storytelling.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T08:36:17.038+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4: Korea to Mumbai and New York, fans expect 'go big or go home' warfare</news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment, Lifestyle, Technology</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/tv-actor-shilpa-shinde-admits-false-harassment-complaint-sparks-industry-outrage-and-call-to-action-joke-is-on-us-1.500562783</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-04/ghi9ql6h/202606023810976.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Shilpa Shinde confesses to making false sexual harassment allegations against TV producer</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T07:55:44.123+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>TV actor Shilpa Shinde admits false harassment complaint, sparks industry outrage and call to action: 'Joke is on us'</news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-military-blows-up-narco-terror-vessel-in-pacific-kills-2-in-latest-strike-1.500562779</loc>
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<image:caption>Moments before a lethal strike hit a suspected "narco-trafficking boat" in the Eastern Pacific, killing two men described as narco-terrorists on June 3, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T07:40:08.335+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>US military blows up 'narco-terror vessel' in Pacific, kills 2 in latest strike</news:title>
<news:keywords>Americas</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-says-iran-talks-going-very-well-could-yield-result-this-weekend-1.500562596</loc>
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<image:caption>US President Donald Trump.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T07:05:31.580+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Trump says Iran talks going 'very well', could yield result 'this weekend' — Iran's Araghchi says something else </news:title>
<news:keywords>Americas, Mena</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/emper-perfumes-brings-luxury-sub-brand-perfumes-capital-to-uae-after-miami-debut-1.500548826</loc>
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<image:caption>Azhar Mun Co-Founder, Perfumes Capital</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T07:04:00.000+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Emper Perfumes brings luxury sub-brand Perfumes Capital to UAE after Miami debut</news:title>
<news:keywords>GN Focus, GN Focus</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/kuwait-demands-two-iran-embassy-staff-leave-after-deadly-attack-2-1.500561485</loc>
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<image:caption>USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) transits the Arabian Sea as the aircraft carrier continues to support the US blockade against Iran.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T07:01:15.207+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Kuwait demands two Iran embassy staff leave after deadly attack</news:title>
<news:keywords>Mena, Americas, Donald Trump, iran nuclear programme, hezbollah, Israel, Lebanon, US-Israel-Iran war</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/ukraine-strike-kills-3-in-russian-occupied-crimea-1.500562751</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/efzpedsa/Video_screengrab_shows_military_vehicles_crossing_into_Ukraine_s_Kherson_Oblast_from_Crimea_through_.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Video screengrab shows military vehicles crossing into Ukraine's Kherson Oblast from Crimea through the Kalanchak border control point, after Russian President Vladimir Putin authorized a military operation in eastern Ukraine. Screenshot taken from a file video uploaded Feburary 24, 2022 by the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T06:48:53.335+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Ukraine strike kills 3 in Russian-occupied Crimea</news:title>
<news:keywords>Europe</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi-shuts-galleria-café-over-repeated-food-safety-violations-1.500562702</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-04/qt4fmop8/download.webp</image:loc>
<image:caption>The closure decision followed the café’s repeated violations of food safety regulations and its failure to rectify them.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T06:21:06.441+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title> Abu Dhabi shuts Galleria Café over repeated food safety violations</news:title>
<news:keywords>UAE, Health, UAE</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/qatar/emir-of-qatar-us-president-discuss-regional-de-escalation-1.500562678</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-04/71yk7s3q/Trump-Tamim.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar and US President Donald Trump.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T06:20:32.133+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Emir of Qatar, US President discuss regional de-escalation</news:title>
<news:keywords>Qatar, Mena</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/10-things-to-do-in-dubai-this-weekend-including-concerts-gaming-and-family-fun-1.500562600</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/02/25/Stock-image-of-Emirati-family-_1707c27ab08_large.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Whether you are after a slow, restorative morning, a family adventure or a big night out, Dubai has you covered this weekend.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/i88c9q04/Experience-the-art-of-stillness-a-restorative-half-day-experience-weaving-together-sound-movement-and-nature-connection.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The Art of Stillness</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/kslnx3xf/Baby_lemur_at_The_Green_Planet_Dubai_image__3_.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Baby lemur at The Green Planet</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/31cpn9tz/Image-1.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Deep Dive Dubai</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-21/cw5fknd1/Al-Mamzar-beach</image:loc>
<image:caption>Al Mamzar beach</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-16/cgj0d2gc/Wasl-Central-Park-Opening1.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Snapshots from the opening of 'Central Park' at Wasl Gate, Jebel Ali.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/dqbic2z5/Get-hands-on-experience-into-the-world-of-hive-care-at-Terra-Expo-City-Dubai.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Bee Scientist Summer Edition</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/krribjsq/Untitled-2026-02-25T074108.504.png</image:loc>
<image:caption>Dubai Esports and Games Festival</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-31/9i8uip8w/Reset_medium_265681299.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>RE:SET at Dubai Opera</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-31/4f13x6s4/Screenshot-2026-05-31-at-10.56.12-AM.png</image:loc>
<image:caption>A Journey Through Time</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-31/feb4f60t/ChatGPT-Image-May-22-2026-045457-PM.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Wagef! Mina Nader</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-31/h4h72j8e/nial_dursun_supplied_may_2026_jpg.avif</image:loc>
<image:caption>Nial Dursun live in concert</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T06:15:00.000+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>10 things to do in Dubai this weekend, including concerts, gaming and family fun</news:title>
<news:keywords>Lifestyle, Things To Do, Dubai, lifestyle</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-alert-temperatures-to-hit-47c-as-dusty-conditions-and-strong-winds-sweep-country-1.500562694</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/c649ot7k/Residents_and_visitors_visit_Burj_Khalifa_on_Friday_under_an_overcast_sky__Winds_and_dust_reduced_vi.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>South-westerly to north-westerly winds reaching up to 50 km/h on Friday, reducing horizontal visibility in some areas.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T06:14:56.075+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE weather alert: Temperatures to hit 47°C as dusty conditions and strong winds sweep country</news:title>
<news:keywords>Weather, UAE</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/is-your-sunscreen-ready-for-uae-summers-9-common-application-mistakes-and-how-to-fix-them-experts-explain-1.500562497</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-01-22/yetwdig0/shutterstock2458421999.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Even if you’re not directly in the sun, sunscreen's protective layer can break down, reducing its ability to block harmful UV rays.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T06:00:00.000+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Is your sunscreen ready for UAE summers? 9 common application mistakes and how to fix them, experts explain</news:title>
<news:keywords>Lifestyle, UAE</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/nasa-declares-its-mars-maven-spacecraft-dead-after-six-months-of-silence-1.500562332</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/cblzhl3g/preview.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>This image provided by NASA shows four-in-one photos of Mars taken by NASA's Maven spacecraft that's been orbiting the red planet since 2014? Maven is no more, NASA just declared it dead. (NASA via AP)</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T05:47:14.188+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>NASA declares its Mars Maven spacecraft dead after six months of silence</news:title>
<news:keywords>mars maven nasa spacecraft</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/goodbye-traffic-manila-lucena-superhighway-set-to-transform-southern-luzon-travel-1.500562420</loc>
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<image:caption>Construction continues on the 66.74-kilometer South Luzon Expressway Toll Road 4 (SLEX TR4), a major infrastructure project that will extend the SLEX network from Sto. Tomas, Batangas, to Lucena City, Quezon Province.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>The completion of the long-planned South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) TR4 could offer relief from congestion on one of the country's busiest corridors.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>The completion of the long-planned South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) TR4 could offer relief from congestion on one of the country's busiest corridors.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>The South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) at night. It is a 36.13-km highway with toll road segments 1, 2, and 3 that runs from Alabang to Sto. Tomas, Batangas, with 13 access points lead to commercial and residential areas in Greater Manila and in the provinces of Laguna, Cavite, and Batangas. Its elevated extension, which reduces travel time between Muntinlupa and Balintawak to just 30 minutes, was opened to the public in February 2022.</image:caption>
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</image:image><image:image>
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<image:caption>Once completed, the SLEX TR4 is expected to significantly cut travel times, ease congestion along the Maharlika Highway, and improve connectivity across Southern Luzon.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/u3a0uuyz/Screenshot-2026-06-04-at-12.10.58-AM.png</image:loc>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T05:31:00.000+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Goodbye traffic? Manila-Lucena superhighway set to transform Southern Luzon travel</news:title>
<news:keywords>Philippines</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/the-uae-built-world-class-cultural-institutions-what-comes-next-1.500562353</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/chnjt2rn/OPN-UAE-NATIONAL-ORCHESTRA1-1-Read-Only.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>When Emirati musicians take their place within professional orchestras, they bring more than technical ability. They bring a lived understanding of this country, its rhythms, its traditions, and its evolving identity.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T05:02:00.000+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>The UAE built world-class cultural institutions: What comes next?</news:title>
<news:keywords>Op-Eds, UAE, UAE, Music</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/european-airport-passenger-traffic-drops-for-first-time-since-pandemic-recovery-1.500562667</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/lqzwbori/STOCK___EUROPE_AIRPORT___PASSENGERS_187476d5bcd_original_ratio.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Passengers at Lisbon airport.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T04:49:31.889+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>European airport passenger traffic drops for first time since pandemic recovery</news:title>
<news:keywords>Aviation, Europe</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/tropical-storm-amanda-is-the-first-of-the-pacific-hurricane-season-meteorologists-say-1.500562357</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/lvuayy4s/preview.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>This satellite image provided by CIRA/NOAA, shows Tropical Storm Amanda forming in the Pacific Ocean, on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. (CIRA/NOAA via AP)</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T04:45:52.880+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Tropical Storm Amanda is the first of the Pacific hurricane season, meteorologists say</news:title>
<news:keywords>tropical storm hurricane weather pacific amanda</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/when-will-uae-fuel-prices-start-dropping-what-global-oil-experts-say-1.500562384</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-28/kxxteo13/preview.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A motorist pumps fuel at a station.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T04:44:00.000+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>When will UAE fuel prices start dropping? What global oil experts say</news:title>
<news:keywords>Energy, Markets, Government, Fuel prices, US-Israel-Iran war</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/1797aaf-oic-condemns-iranian-attacks-bahrain-kuwait-1.500562672</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-01/t8kndx8g/newsml_afp_com_20260601T104110Z_doc_b4lk2we.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Kuwaiti men look at a screen displaying flight arrival information at Kuwait International Airport in Kuwait City on June 1, 2026, as the airport resumes operations following a phased reopening plan.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-01/7xzvbx4r/newsml_afp_com_20260601T105623Z_doc_b4lk2wc.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Kuwaiti security officers stand beneath a screen displaying portraits of the Emir of Kuwait Sheikh Meshal al-Ahmad al-Jaber al-Sabah (R) and the Kuwaiti crown prince Sheikh Sabah al-Khaled al-Hamad al-Sabah, alongside the words "Pride and Glory", at Kuwait International Airport in Kuwait City on June 1, 2026, as the airport resumes operations following a phased reopening plan.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T04:03:58.225+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>OIC condemns Iranian attacks on Bahrain, Kuwait</news:title>
<news:keywords>Mena</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/1797aaa-bitcoin-drops-three-month-low-after-four-percent-1.500562663</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-18/zlaw91yh/202511183579362.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Cryptocurrency Bitcoin fell by 4% on Wednesday to trade at $64,721.39 dollars, marking its lowest level since 28 February.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T03:52:59.661+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Bitcoin drops to three-month low after four percent slide</news:title>
<news:keywords>Markets, Personal Finance</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/sabalenka-implodes-as-shnaider-books-french-open-semi-with-chwalinska-1.500562379</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/s8d5t9a8/newsml_afp_com_20260603T135025Z_doc_b4vr7tb.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Diana Shnaider celebrates her victory at the end of her women's quarter final singles match against Aryna Sabalenka on day 11 of the French Open tennis tournament on Court Philippe-Chatrier at the Roland-Garros Complex in Paris on June 3, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T03:43:15.774+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Sabalenka implodes as Shnaider books French Open semi with Chwalinska</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tennis</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/video-cctv-footage-reveals-moment-iran-shahed-136-drone-hits-kuwait-airport-terminal-1.500562643</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-04/7d04loyg/3.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>CCTC footage shows the moment the Kuwait International Airport terminal was hit by Iranian Shahed-136 drone.</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-04/qqsddvj3/2.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Damage at Kuwait International Airport after reported drone incident.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T03:03:21.177+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Video: CCTV footage reveals moment Iran Shahed-136 drone hits Kuwait airport terminal</news:title>
<news:keywords>Mena</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/mega-ipo-spacex-seen-raising-75-billion-in-share-offering-valuation-skyrocketing-to-177-trillion-1.500562635</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/06/25/SpaceX_Launch_44430_16b8e034c1c_large.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>SpaceX foresees eventually putting a Starship into orbit, and then refueling it with another Starship so it can continue on a journey to Mars or beyond.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T02:27:08.402+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Mega IPO: SpaceX seen raising $75 billion in share offering, valuation skyrocketing to $1.77 trillion</news:title>
<news:keywords>Markets, Technology</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/israeli-strikes-kill-8-in-southern-lebanon-including-2-medics-as-border-tensions-escalate-1.500562615</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/dnhpcitf/Cradle-Media.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The World Health Organisation has verified ~190 attacks on healthcare in southern Lebanon: 128 healthcare workers were killed &amp; 332 injured. Strikes in Tyre hospital on Monday have left patients without critical care, according to the agency.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-04T01:31:54.928+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Israeli strikes kill 8 in southern Lebanon, including 2 medics, as border tensions escalate</news:title>
<news:keywords>Mena</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/bahrain/bahrain-arrests-15-suspects-over-links-to-irans-revolutionary-guard-1.500562551</loc>
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<image:caption>15 people arrested in Bahrain over links to Iran's IRGC .</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T22:58:32.846+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Bahrain arrests 15 suspects over links to Iran's Revolutionary Guard 
</news:title>
<news:keywords>Bahrain, Bahrain</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/no-ebola-cases-in-uae-health-ministry-issues-reassurance-1.500562567</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-01/qpkmnvou/Ebola</image:loc>
<image:caption>Officials confirm no infections recorded and urge public to avoid rumours.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T22:57:40.419+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>No Ebola cases in UAE, health ministry issues reassurance</news:title>
<news:keywords>Health</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-expresses-solidarity-with-india-conveys-condolences-over-victims-of-hotel-fire-in-new-delhi-1.500562444</loc>
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<image:caption>Forensics team members take photographs of the site following a fire that broke out at a hotel in New Delhi on June 3, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T21:47:18.979+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE expresses solidarity with India, conveys condolences over victims of hotel fire in New Delhi</news:title>
<news:keywords>UAE, India</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/adx-fintechtv-launch-menas-first-global-financial-news-studio-linking-abu-dhabi-and-wall-street-1.500562480</loc>
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<image:caption>The collaboration makes FINTECH.TV the first global financial media company to maintain a daily broadcast presence at ADX.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T21:45:20.135+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>ADX, FINTECH.TV launch Mena’s first global financial news studio linking Abu Dhabi and Wall Street</news:title>
<news:keywords>Markets, UAE</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/sabalenka-fell-into-dark-hole-during-french-open-loss-1.500562376</loc>
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<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T21:38:08.682+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Sabalenka fell into 'dark hole' during French Open loss</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tennis, Tennis</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/abdullah-bin-zayed-holds-phone-call-with-kuwaiti-fm-1.500562490</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/ndyxk56s/12604a4n1ka1n04po.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T21:25:23.298+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Abdullah bin Zayed holds phone call with Kuwaiti FM</news:title>
<news:keywords>UAE</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-residents-help-sharjah-police-reunite-non-verbal-boy-with-his-family-1.500562347</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/5scy83wf/Sharjah</image:loc>
<image:caption>Sharjah skyline. Photo used for illustrative purposes</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T19:37:51.294+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE residents help Sharjah police reunite non-verbal boy with his family</news:title>
<news:keywords>UAE, UAE, Sharjah</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/edsa-manilas-busiest-highway-undergoes-rehabilitation-latest-updates-1.500561789</loc>
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<image:caption>The DPWH has already begun preparations for Phase 2, which will cover the remaining sections of EDSA from Makati to Monumento in Caloocan City.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>An aerial shot of Guadalupe Bridge on EDSA.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>A street view of EDSA, which connects 16 cities and a municipality comprising the national capital region, Metro Manila.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>The DPWH has already begun preparations for Phase 2, which will cover the remaining sections of EDSA from Makati to Monumento in Caloocan City.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>The DPWH has already begun preparations for Phase 2, which will cover the remaining sections of EDSA from Makati to Monumento in Caloocan City.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>The DPWH has already begun preparations for Phase 2, which will cover the remaining sections of EDSA from Makati to Monumento in Caloocan City.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>The DPWH has already begun preparations for Phase 2, which will cover the remaining sections of EDSA from Makati to Monumento in Caloocan City.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>An aerial view of Monumento, in Caloocan, one of the constituent cities of Metro Manila.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>The revised plan shortened the timeline from an earlier two-year proposal to about eight months.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>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).</image:caption>
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<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>In Makati area, the widening and sprucing up of certain sections of the sidewalk can be seen to accommodate pedestrians and cyclists.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Upgrades include EDSA Busway links and related mobility projects.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/g1wjq13v/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-2.25.49-PM.png</image:loc>
<image:caption>Selective reblocking, asphalt overlaying and the adoption of newer construction technologies have helped cut costs, and speed up the work.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/5lhk2e0p/Screenshot-2026-06-02-at-2.25.17-PM.png</image:loc>
<image:caption>Rehabilitation work on EDSA.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T19:31:51.888+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Finally fixing EDSA: Inside the massive rebuild of Manila’s most congested highway</news:title>
<news:keywords>Philippines</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-pm-visits-international-airports-t1-to-inspect-damage-caused-by-iranian-attack-1.500562358</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/mmg7h2g2/newsml_afp_com_20260603T151228Z_doc_b4w32rn.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T19:17:32.063+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Kuwait PM visits International Airport’s T1 to inspect damage caused by Iranian attack</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kuwait, Kuwait</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/iraq-races-to-expand-alternative-oil-export-routes-as-hormuz-crisis-cripples-revenues-1.500562339</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/q87gl7c1/opn_edits_17dbd4cd475_original_ratio.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T19:00:23.319+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Iraq races to expand alternative oil export routes as Hormuz crisis cripples revenues</news:title>
<news:keywords>Energy, Markets, US-Israel-Iran war</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/pakistan-brings-back-early-closing-hours-as-fuel-saving-drive-returns-1.500562336</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/09/22/pakistan-22-1632320847501_17c0de77ed6_large.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Shoppers walk through an atrium at the Dolmen Mall Clifton in Karachi, on September 20, 2021.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T18:55:07.270+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Pakistan brings back early closing hours as fuel-saving drive returns</news:title>
<news:keywords>Pakistan, Pakistan</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-alert-dust-and-low-visibility-forecast-through-saturday-as-winds-strengthen-1.500562322</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/py4i6lwh/Dusty_weather_in_Dubai__15th_July_2022___1820244ff4f_original_ratio.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Dusty conditions and reduced horizontal visibility are expected from today through Saturday as north-westerly winds strengthen across the country.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T18:53:21.500+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE weather alert: Dust and low visibility forecast through Saturday as winds strengthen</news:title>
<news:keywords>Weather, UAE</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/record-number-of-climbers-scale-everest-this-season-1.500562319</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/xgnwba30/newsml_afp_com_20260603T114647Z_doc_b4v67g9.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>This photograph taken on May 20, 2026, shows mountaineers climbing a slope lined up during their ascent to summit Mount Everest in Nepal.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T18:35:38.858+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Record number of climbers scale Everest this season</news:title>
<news:keywords>Asia, Nepal</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/jazeera-airways-resumes-flights-from-kuwait-airports-terminal-5-after-security-clearance-1.500562284</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/0wyeselx/Jazeera-Airways.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T18:19:36.639+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Jazeera Airways resumes flights from Kuwait Airport's Terminal 5 after security clearance</news:title>
<news:keywords>Aviation, Kuwait</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/uk-police-review-race-plan-amid-anger-over-treatment-of-dying-student-2-1.500562241</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/w16kbc8h/preview.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T17:54:26.095+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UK police review race plan amid anger over treatment of dying student</news:title>
<news:keywords>Europe, UK</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/gcc-arab-states-denounce-iran-s-heinous-aggression-against-kuwait-bahrain-1.500562255</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/wwapgce1/kuwaiti.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T17:53:26.222+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>GCC, Arab states denounce Iran’s heinous aggression against Kuwait, Bahrain</news:title>
<news:keywords>Gulf, Mena, Iran, Gulf</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/dzanan-musa-we-have-missed-the-people-of-dubai-1.500562134</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/c7fglks0/Dzanan-Musa-2.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Dazana Musa was Dubai Basketball's highest point scorer while the team were away in Bosnia</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/syul6ury/Dzanan_Musa_1.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Musa feels the Dubai team is more united than ever ahead of the Finals</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/mvukzbqw/Dzanan-Musa-4.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Musa believes Dubai will rise to the occasion in their return</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T17:51:05.364+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Dzanan Musa: “We have missed the people of Dubai"</news:title>
<news:keywords>Sport, UAE-Sport, UAE, Dubai</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/egyptair-cancels-flights-to-kuwait-airport-wednesday-thursday-after-iranian-attack-1.500562091</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/s4k2227g/Egypt-Air.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T17:42:42.889+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>EgyptAir cancels flights to Kuwait Airport Wednesday, Thursday after Iranian attack</news:title>
<news:keywords>Mena, Egypt</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/m42-arcera-team-up-to-boost-medicine-and-biotech-growth-in-abu-dhabi-1.500562184</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/fjbb6fxb/5e6fee27-23a1-431a-add5-8c3d0a2f9311.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Deal focuses on genetics, AI and better access to advanced treatments.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T17:31:55.158+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>M42, Arcera team up to boost medicine and biotech growth in Abu Dhabi</news:title>
<news:keywords>Health</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/excellence-awards-2026-announces-jury-1.500562217</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/ozc1jex5/NAT-250614-Excellence-Award-Trophies-VSAKLANI-11.jpg</image:loc>
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<image:loc>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</image:loc>
<image:caption>Badreya Al Maidoor, Assistant Undersecretary of the Support Services Sector at the Ministry of Economy</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/li7kvehp/Shaikha-Mutawa.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Shaikha Ebrahim Al Mutawa, Director of Hospitality Affairs at the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/3lq9fddj/Official-Photo.JPG</image:loc>
<image:caption>Shaikha Al Beshri, Senior Manager of Business Awards at Dubai Chambers</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/4sg5qocr/Madhurima-Nigam.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Wellness entrepreneur Madhurima Nigam</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T17:27:35.712+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Excellence Awards 2026 announces jury </news:title>
<news:keywords>UAE</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/property/abu-dhabi-confirms-freeze-on-5-rent-increases-on-these-properties-for-now-1.500562169</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-09/3g0yyudg/Abudhabiskyline-2026</image:loc>
<image:caption>Abu dhabi skyline</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T16:57:43.156+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Abu Dhabi confirms freeze on 5% rent increases on these properties for now</news:title>
<news:keywords>Property, Government, Living-Housing, Abu Dhabi</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>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</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/117ai1qy/Body-camera</image:loc>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T16:57:10.993+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Dubai regulates how enforcement officers use cameras to document violations - here's what you need to know</news:title>
<news:keywords>Living-Safety-Security, UAE, UAE laws</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/indian-expat-murdered-after-tiktok-war-sharjah-police-confirm-arrests-1.500562055</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/fdtjvxut/WhatsApp-Image-2026-06-03-at-2.09.29-PM.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Ismail Ponnan Ibrahim Kutty</image:caption>
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<image:caption>The area where the street flight reportedly took place.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T16:56:56.916+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Indian expat murdered after 'TikTok war' in Sharjah; suspects held</news:title>
<news:keywords>UAE, India, Crime, UAE, kerala, Indian expats, india, Sharjah</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/zverev-relishes-best-chance-of-winning-a-grand-slam-title-1.500562185</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/09/12/Alexander-Zverev-_174801ecf5f_large.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Alexander Zverev</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T16:55:54.003+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Zverev relishes best chance of winning a Grand Slam title</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tennis</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/environment/abu-dhabi-boosts-wildlife-protection-with-new-global-partnership-1.500562159</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/gq9ryp9e/fe3fa7c4-52e0-4053-9a5d-c68cde43ad8a.jpeg</image:loc>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T16:45:19.212+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Abu Dhabi boosts wildlife protection with new global partnership</news:title>
<news:keywords>Environment</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/60-days-left-to-apply-for-uaes-parent-friendly-label-1.500562130</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/fqib3ihf/60-DAYS-TO-APPLY-FOR-PARENT-FRIENDLY-LABEL-IN-CYCLE-4.jpeg</image:loc>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T16:30:18.706+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>60 days left to apply for UAE’s Parent-friendly Label</news:title>
<news:keywords>UAE</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-skills-platform-to-develop-1700-future-skills-for-200000-students-1.500562120</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/6buypvok/Emirati-UAE-worker-workforce-STOCK</image:loc>
<image:caption>MoHRE says platform links education, skills and labour market demands.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T16:26:57.886+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE Skills Platform to develop 1,700 future skills for 200,000 students</news:title>
<news:keywords>Education</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/messi-neymar-on-the-recovery-path-as-coaches-plans-revealed-1.500562097</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>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</image:loc>
<image:caption>Messi caressing the ball during his good old Barcelona days</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T16:07:36.314+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Messi, Neymar on the recovery path as coaches’ plans revealed</news:title>
<news:keywords>Football</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/no-sms-no-tickets-abu-dhabi-rolls-out-ai-powered-smart-parking-1.500562061</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/07/28/NAT-AD-PARKING-1595932532290_17394fdde44_large.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>AI system starts parking sessions automatically with Dh15 daily cap.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T16:06:22.407+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>No SMS, no tickets: Abu Dhabi rolls out AI-powered smart parking</news:title>
<news:keywords>Transport</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/aamir-khan-to-marry-girlfriend-gauri-spratt-in-july-report-1.500562074</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/zzyft72b/newsml_afp_com_20260118T043655Z_doc_9344842.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T15:49:40.205+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Aamir Khan to marry girlfriend Gauri Spratt in July: Report </news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/dubai-gold-price-falls-dh7-per-gram-but-frequent-fluctuations-confuse-buyers-1.500562045</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-17/eq479ykv/gold-alo1255.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>For consumers planning wedding purchases, gold gifts, investment bars or jewellery upgrades, the challenge is no longer simply whether prices are high or low.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T15:43:16.692+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Dubai gold price falls Dh7 per gram, but frequent fluctuations confuse buyers</news:title>
<news:keywords>Retail, Markets, UAE Gold, Dubai gold</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/danube-properties-expands-uk-presence-to-boost-dubai-real-estate-access-for-uk-investors-1.500562053</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/qmfbsr8m/Danube.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T15:42:59.136+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Danube Properties expands UK presence to boost Dubai real estate access for UK investors</news:title>
<news:keywords>Corporate-News</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/actor-idris-elba-knighted-by-king-charles-at-windsor-castle-for-services-to-young-people-1.500561931</loc>
<image:image>
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<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T15:34:45.281+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Actor Idris Elba knighted by King Charles at Windsor Castle for services to young people</news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment, HollyWood</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-declares-monday-a-public-holiday-for-islamic-new-year-1.500562040</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/9q1gv9m1/UAE</image:loc>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T15:30:35.382+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE announces Islamic New Year holiday for public and private sectors</news:title>
<news:keywords>UAE</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/dubai-tourism-pushes-ahead-with-mega-events-global-campaigns-after-war-disruption-1.500562008</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/rmbnpauq/STOCK_DUBAI_TOURISM_ECONOMY_DUBAI_MALL_BURJ__17e4806dce5_original_ratio.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/3afkjccb/STAFFBUS_250610_Issam_Kazim_VSAKLANI_91749545151923.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Issam Kazim, CEO of Dubai Corporation for Tourism &amp; Commerce Marketing, speaking at the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism's annual stakeholders' City Briefing.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-02/0jk9umq8/NAT-2260101-First-Day-of-26-VSAKLANI-7.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T15:16:48.783+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Dubai tourism pushes ahead with mega events, global campaigns after war disruption</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tourism, Dubai tourism, UAE tourist visa</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/one-killed-63-injured-in-iranian-attack-as-hospitals-remain-on-emergency-footing-1.500562000</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/s7j8yooe/Kuwait-Ministry-of-Interior.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>One person was killed and 63 others were injured, including seven in critical condition, in an Iranian missile attack on Kuwait early on Wednesday.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T15:10:16.462+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>One killed, 63 injured in Iranian attack as hospitals remain on emergency footing</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kuwait, Kuwait</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-jails-three-for-seven-years-each-over-online-gambling-and-money-laundering-scheme-1.500561951</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/qsj0j9q0/Shutterstock.avif</image:loc>
<image:caption>A Syrian and two Egyptian linked yo cross-border</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T15:08:17.984+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Kuwait jails three for seven years each over online gambling and money laundering scheme</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kuwait, Kuwait</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/ji-chang-wook-firmly-rejects-wrongdoing-claims-as-agency-pushes-back-on-tens-of-billions-tax-audit-allegations-1.500561997</loc>
<image:image>
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<image:caption>Through his agency Spring Company, the actor addressed the matter on Tuesday, stressing that the issue does not involve intentional tax evasion.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T15:07:54.622+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Ji Chang-wook firmly rejects wrongdoing claims as agency pushes back on ‘tens of billions’ tax audit allegations</news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/indian-carriers-get-rs100-billion-support-to-stabilise-amid-jet-fuel-price-spikes-1.500561987</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/c5j7dwzo/Indian_Airlines__Indigo__Air_India_17ccc8f9458_original_ratio.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>India is one of UAE's biggest travel source markets.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T14:58:26.244+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Indian carriers get Rs100 billion support to stabilise amid jet fuel price spikes</news:title>
<news:keywords>Aviation, Energy, Tourism, India, India UAE travel</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/indian-expat-compliance-officer-in-uae-wins-1-million-at-dubai-duty-free-draw-1.500561988</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/ysogf0cd/DDF-545.JPG</image:loc>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T14:53:23.638+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Indian expat compliance officer in UAE wins $1 million at Dubai Duty Free draw</news:title>
<news:keywords>UAE, UAE, Dubai, Dubai Duty Free</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dubai-police-warn-against-wrong-way-driving-after-majan-crash-injures-motorcyclist-1.500561976</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/wkgzwprj/accident.jpeg</image:loc>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T14:45:56.413+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Dubai Police warn against wrong-way driving after Majan crash injures motorcyclist</news:title>
<news:keywords>Transport</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-launches-flexible-working-hours-across-riyadh-business-districts-to-ease-congestion-1.500561742</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/8xpsfvh7/Riyadh.webp</image:loc>
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<news:publication>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T14:40:07.616+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Saudi Arabia launches flexible working hours across Riyadh business districts to ease congestion</news:title>
<news:keywords>Saudi, Saudi Arabia</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/thumbay-international-pathway-celebrates-a-decade-and-90-new-doctors-at-the-convocation-1.500561963</loc>
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<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Motorist was arrested for filming the interception of Iranian missiles while driving, causing a traffic accident.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Local people rescue a foreign national from a hotel fire in New Delhi on June 3, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/in-pictures-deadly-fire-tears-through-new-delhi-building-1.500561864</loc>
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<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Local residents rescue a foreign national from a hotel engulfed by fire in New Delhi, India, on June 3, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>A girl reacts after being rescued from a hotel fire in New Delhi.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>A foreign national woman shouts for help from a hotel window as a fire engulfs the building in New Delhi.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/ijarhbcu/DELHI-7.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Officials have launched an investigation into the cause of the fire.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/vgrf32az/DELHI-8.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Reports indicated that some of the victims were foreign nationals visiting India for medical treatment and staying in the area.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/p763z6rn/DELHI-15.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A family of foreign nationals hangs from a hotel window as fire engulfs the building in New Delhi, India, on June 3, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T13:31:00.524+04:00</news:publication_date>
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<image:caption>How Majid Al Mohandis turned an Eid concert into a shared celebration</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Security officers at the Kuwait International Airport on June 1, 2026, when the airport resumed operations following a phased reopening plan.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Dubai International Airport (DXB) remains the world’s busiest airport in terms of airline seating capacity, combining domestic and international operations.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Many UAE residents are increasingly looking at local luxury escapes instead of international trips.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Ranveer Singh has been under fire after his abrupt Don 3 exit.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>On paper, the Oura Ring 5 and Ring 4 may look similar in purpose, but under the hood the hardware has been significantly refined</image:caption>
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<image:caption>On paper, the Oura Ring 5 and Ring 4 may look similar in purpose, but under the hood the hardware has been significantly refined</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Chiwetel Ejiofor in a scene from "Backrooms."</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Renate Reinsve in a scene from "Backrooms."</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Fire officials douse a fire at a hotel in New Delhi, India</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T11:57:28.146+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>New Delhi hotel fire kills at least 21: police</news:title>
<news:keywords>India</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/indigo-suspends-kuwait-flights-until-june-4-amid-airspace-closure-1.500561733</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-19/6qc7s0vy/STOCK_INDIGO_AIRLINE_18bae25486e_original_ratio.jpeg</image:loc>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T11:41:47.787+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>IndiGo suspends Kuwait flights until June 4 amid airspace closure</news:title>
<news:keywords>Aviation, Mena</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/meet-indias-richest-chief-minister-dk-shivakumars-rs1413-crore-fortune-1.500561718</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/ieog8on1/20260530333F.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/e8svc9zs/20260602159f.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T11:33:36.753+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Meet India’s richest Chief Minister: DK Shivakumar’s Rs1,413 crore fortune</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, India-elections, india</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/ranveer-singh-fires-legal-notice-at-fwice-over-shadow-ban-as-don-3-row-escalates-1.500561705</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-11/6ibbsfud/Ranveer-Singh-and-Farhan-Akhtar</image:loc>
<image:caption>Ranveer Singh’s patch-up attempt was allegedly rejected by Farhan and Zoya Akhtar</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T11:28:24.557+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Ranveer Singh fires legal notice at FWICE over ‘shadow ban’ as Don 3 row escalates </news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/kartavya-review-saif-ali-khans-safe-cop-drama-stalls-and-arrests-its-own-momentum-1.500561632</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/95vf07a9/ANI_20260430133419.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T11:06:44.152+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Kartavya review: Saif Ali Khan’s safe cop drama stalls and arrests its own momentum</news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/khda-to-inspect-dubai-schools-with-no-more-than-24-hours-notice-1.500561669</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/yldt8f8a/KHDA-Inspection-2-.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>KHDA has introduced two distinct types of quality assurance visits under a renewed, differentiated approach.</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/z571bvaz/Fatma_Belrehif.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Fatma Belrehif</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T10:49:50.658+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>KHDA to inspect Dubai schools with no more than 24 hours’ notice</news:title>
<news:keywords>UAE, Education, UAE, KHDA, Dubai, Education</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/technology/iphone-18-18-pro-and-apples-first-foldable-the-biggest-leaks-revealed-1.500561633</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/tvlrndro/iPhone-18-fold.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>iPhone 18 Pro lineup expected in September 2026</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/heeqmg19/LEAK-iphone-fold.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-05/6v35qfta/iPhone-Fold-Vertical-Feature.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Design mocks for the iPhone Fold</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T10:33:13.576+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>iPhone 18, 18 Pro and Apple's first foldable: The biggest leaks revealed</news:title>
<news:keywords>Technology</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/moriarty-takes-centre-stage-in-bold-new-sherlock-inspired-crime-drama-1.500561636</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/6dlcp998/GettyImages-161302259-e1779959963976.jpg.webp</image:loc>
<image:caption>Andrew Scott winning an Irish award for his acting as Moriarty in BBC's Sherlock</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/vu6px7b8/1-Moriarty-SidneyPaget-11042019122503.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Sidney Paget's portrait of Professor Moriarty for the December 1893 Strand Magazine.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/92cqi83j/125103.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Andrew Scott's portrayal in the BBC's Sherlock is widely considered the defining modern version of the character</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T10:27:53.743+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Moriarty takes centre stage in bold new Sherlock-inspired crime drama</news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment, TV, hollywood, TV series</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/are-we-teaching-children-to-think-or-simply-to-comply-1.500561090</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/hul9jref/14995841-teacher-47849171280.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Children make sense of ideas when they discuss them, challenge them, apply them, and connect them to their own experiences.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T10:27:00.000+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Are we teaching children to think or simply to comply?</news:title>
<news:keywords>Op-Eds, Education, Education</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-activates-airport-emergency-plan-suspends-flights-after-iranian-attack-1.500561641</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/mwoey0nm/kuwait.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Kuwait diverts air traffic, enforces emergency protocols after attack</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T10:16:51.124+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Kuwait activates airport emergency plan, suspends flights after Iranian missile and drone attack</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kuwait</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/music/shakira-lisa-rema-and-more-join-fifa-world-cup-2026s-star-studded-album-1.500561613</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/1q4cmw93/shakira-cr-kevin-mazur-press-billboard-1800.jpg.webp</image:loc>
<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/0b2fplkv/Lisa-Goals-World-Cup-01.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T10:03:25.464+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Shakira, LISA, Rema and more join FIFA World Cup 2026's star-studded album</news:title>
<news:keywords>Music, World Cup, Music, FIFA World Cup</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/philippine-president-marcos-urges-senators-to-end-boycott-pass-important-laws-1.500561605</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/8noiabms/20260602-PSC-1-1536x1023.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Marcos said his team was looking at possible laws and amendments to aid Filipinos.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T09:50:39.318+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Philippine President Marcos urges senators to end Boycott, pass important laws</news:title>
<news:keywords>Philippines</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-lawmakers-seek-h-1b-relief-for-foreign-teachers-1.500561451</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/w4tu657n/202606033811834.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Senator Lisa Murkowski of Alaska aired concerns of US lawmakers who seek H-1B relief for foreign teachers.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T09:43:50.228+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>US lawmakers seek H-1B relief for foreign teachers</news:title>
<news:keywords>Americas, ians</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/before-spacex-goes-public-a-scramble-to-get-on-bandwagon-1.500561456</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-23/nlhne4wg/newsml_afp_com_20260523T000444Z_doc_b3ta393.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>SpaceX's Starship 39 rocket launches from Starbase during the 12th test flight as seen from South Padre Island, Texas, on May 22, 2026.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T09:41:51.420+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Before SpaceX goes public, a scramble to get on bandwagon</news:title>
<news:keywords>Markets, Technology</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/why-ranveer-singh-agreed-to-a-lower-fee-for-dhurandhars-profit-gamble-1.500561567</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-27/74p99d0t/ANI_20260224083944.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Ranveer Singh has been under fire after his abrupt Don 3 exit.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T09:01:29.263+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Why Ranveer Singh agreed to a lower fee for Dhurandhar’s profit gamble</news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/visa-delays-threaten-us-doctor-shortage-senator-warns-1.500561443</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/xy6zdswz/202606033811832.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T08:46:58.461+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>'Hundreds' of foreign-trained doctors could be forced to leave the US due to snags in processing J-1 visa waivers: NY Senator</news:title>
<news:keywords>Americas</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/india-hosts-second-batch-of-nepali-start-ups-under-in-span-initiative-1.500561512</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/lm0nca6u/ANI_20260603025930.jfif</image:loc>
<image:caption>India, Nepal start-up ties deepen at IIT Madras (Photo/X@IndiaInNepal)</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T08:25:28.596+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>India hosts second batch of Nepali start-ups under IN-SPAN Initiative</news:title>
<news:keywords>Business, India, Asia</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iranian-claims-of-strikes-on-5th-fleet-headquarters-false-us-military-1.500561530</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/yekstt5e/Screenshot-2026-06-03-at-12.06.28-PM.png</image:loc>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T08:11:21.185+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>IRGC claims of strikes on 5th Fleet headquarters 'false': US military</news:title>
<news:keywords>Mena, Americas</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/do-electrolyte-drinks-actually-help-in-uae-summer-heat-experts-explain-1.500545295</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/10/23/Woman-drinking-electrolytes_192b8feb0b0_large.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-19/6uvhqv6w/melanie3.jpeg</image:loc>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/r020ocuy/hannah1.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/iq89tn6f/mishika.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><news:news>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T08:10:57.202+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Do electrolyte drinks actually help in UAE summer heat? Experts explain</news:title>
<news:keywords>Lifestyle, UAE, Paid-article</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/kangana-ranaut-defends-ranveer-singh-amid-don-3-fallout-hes-reached-a-status-that-has-so-many-enemies-1.500561528</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/5b86bzkc/ANI_20260602155455.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Kangana Ranaut and Ranveer Singh</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T07:54:56.637+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Kangana Ranaut defends Ranveer Singh amid Don 3 fallout: ‘That status comes with so many enemies' </news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/coffin-homes-shoebox-flat-reform-leaves-low-income-hong-kong-residents-in-limbo-1.500561505</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-26/o725kms7/preview.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>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)</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T07:45:16.700+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Hong Kong 'coffin homes': Shoebox flat reform leaves low-income residents in limbo</news:title>
<news:keywords>Asia</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/dubai-simplifies-medical-visas-to-boost-health-tourism-1.500561518</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/2t02wucb/IMG-20260602-WA0030.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/8ma5zyin/gulfnews2026-01-22xoturw8fHealthcare-LEAD.avif</image:loc>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T07:35:49.675+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Dubai simplifies medical visas to boost health tourism</news:title>
<news:keywords>Health</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/off-campus-breakout-star-mika-abdalla-and-fiancé-jake-short-break-off-engagement-1.500561519</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-11/awyrhje4/newsml_afp_com_20260511T000000Z_PH_GTY_2275684275.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Mika Abdalla will be the lead star for Off Campus Season 2</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T07:33:30.791+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Off Campus breakout star Mika Abdalla and fiancé Jake Short break off engagement  </news:title>
<news:keywords>Entertainment</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/us-prepares-massive-security-operation-for-2026-world-cup-dhs-chief-says-1.500561492</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/0gby3g3f/202606033811853.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>US is preparing a massive security operation for 2026 World Cup, says Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/6y3ra4fg/World-Cup-US.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>US prepares massive security operation for 2026 World Cup, DHS chief says</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T06:59:11.352+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>US prepares massive security operation for 2026 World Cup, DHS chief says</news:title>
<news:keywords>Football, Americas, World Cup</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/rubio-says-china-has-not-aided-iran-in-conflict-1.500561484</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/rbkt4juz/202606033811846.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T06:44:33.286+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Rubio says China has not aided Iran in conflict</news:title>
<news:keywords>Americas, Asia</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trump-says-israel-hezbollah-agree-to-halt-fighting-iran-talks-continue-at-rapid-pace-1.500560244</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-27/o8u7eubf/newsml_afp_com_20260527T000000Z_PH_GTY_2278476003.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>US blockade tightens grip on Iran as ships diverted and tensions with Israel rise</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/qxweexhu/hellfire-tanker.webp</image:loc>
<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-01/0lbcej66/newsml_afp_com_20260601T045418Z_doc_b4kq663.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Visitors look at electronic display boards showing stock prices and economic indicators at the Tokyo Stock Exchange in Tokyo.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/krbsj5xw/HJy2a0-XUAA6d3i.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Benjamin Netanyahu</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/2lc1z3cv/newsml_afp_com_20260602T132618Z_doc_b4qr64z.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T06:35:51.357+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>New round of Israel-Lebanon talks begin in Washington; US imposes sanctions on Iran's largest crypto exchange</news:title>
<news:keywords>Mena, Donald Trump, iran nuclear programme, hezbollah, Israel, Lebanon, US-Israel-Iran war</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-forecast-temperatures-to-reach-47c-amid-dust-and-rough-seas-1.500561462</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/5yg12r8f/Dusty_weather_in_Dubai__15th_July_2022___1820249a740_original_ratio.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T06:31:46.681+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE weather forecast: Temperatures to reach 47°C amid dust and rough seas</news:title>
<news:keywords>Weather, UAE</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/congo-ebola-cases-rise-to-344-60-deaths-1.500561405</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/06/07/2019-05-30T130956Z_1064782176_RC18DE26A080_RTRMADP_3_CONGO-EBOLA-CHILDREN--Read-Only-_16b3213c8d8_large.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T06:27:32.284+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Congo: Ebola cases rise to 344, 60 deaths</news:title>
<news:keywords>Africa</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/man-who-killed-his-girlfriends-baby-and-threw-the-body-in-a-pond-is-executed-in-florida-1.500560281</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/820esmhw/preview.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>FILE - Clouds hover over the entrance of the Florida State Prison in Starke, Fla., Aug. 3, 2023. (AP Photo/Curt Anderson, File)</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T06:15:49.656+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Man who killed his girlfriend’s baby and threw the body in a pond is executed in Florida</news:title>
<news:keywords>florida execution Andrew Richard Lukehart</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/2-scientists-charged-with-bringing-deactivated-mpox-virus-into-the-us-and-lying-to-authorities-1.500561409</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/6ayta47r/preview.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>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)</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T06:04:59.417+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>2 scientists charged with bringing deactivated mpox virus into the US and lying to authorities</news:title>
<news:keywords>scientists charges mpox virus lying</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-june-2026-weather-forecast-what-to-expect-this-summer-1.500561276</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/90hjkakx/Weather</image:loc>
<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T06:01:00.000+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE June 2026 weather forecast: What to expect this summer</news:title>
<news:keywords>Weather, UAE weather</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/dubais-beaches-hidden-gems-sunset-spots-and-family-favourites-1.500560892</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-04/ic2wckv6/Dubai-Municipality-designates-four-beaches</image:loc>
<image:caption>Dubai's coastline is one of its greatest assets, and no two stretches of sand are quite the same.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-21/oghva065/Al-Mamzar-beach</image:loc>
<image:caption>Al Mamzar beach</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/11/17/191117-kite-surfers_16e79e5011c_large.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The kite surfers enjoy pleasant weather at The Kite Beach in Jumeirah in Dubai.</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
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<image:caption>The Ain Dubai ferris wheel is the tallest observation wheel in the world visible from JBR beach.</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/yf0xycik/NAT_200115_CARAVAN_5_1592121370810_172b1d428be_original_ratio.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Campers parked at Al Sufouh Beach in January</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/wpv897zw/reader_picture_170ba38d402_original_ratio.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A beautiful sunset from Umm Suqeim, Burj Al Arab Dubai</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/8am6m6hd/Aprons_and_hammers__1764b4ee982_original_ratio.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Palm West Beach</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/67y251el/Nikki_Beach_Dubai___latest_pictures__176ff6a8e4c_original_ratio.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Nikki Beach Dubai is located on the Arabian Gulf on Pearl Jumeira Island.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-07/cm26mrz3/newsml_afp_com_20260407T112249Z_doc_a6re3w9.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A woman poses for a picture with her dogs during the Barkfest dog festival at Barasti Beach in Dubai on April 4, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/d9v4v61r/MBR_BEACH_DUBAI_188532ef3bc_original_ratio.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid during his visit to Jebel Ali Beach where he approves ‘Dubai Master Plan for Public Beaches’</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T06:00:00.000+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Dubai's beaches: Hidden gems, sunset spots and family favourites</news:title>
<news:keywords>Lifestyle, UAE, Dubai, lifestyle</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/football-gave-me-everything-iniesta-begins-coaching-journey-in-dubai-with-gulf-united-1.500561362</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/lere98e7/Iniesta-at-Gulf-United</image:loc>
<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/x1i1s5pc/Gulf-United</image:loc>
<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/vz4hetlh/Iniesta</image:loc>
<image:caption>Inisesta with Mo Jarad, Director of Football (Gulf United)</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T06:00:00.000+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>“I have been thinking about this moment for a long time”: Iniesta begins coaching career with Dubai-based Gulf United</news:title>
<news:keywords>Football, football</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/flood-warnings-as-storm-moves-towards-tokyo-1.500561471</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/b9617685/newsml_afp_com_20260603T002911Z_doc_b4tk9kj.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>People commute in heavy rain brought by severe tropical storm Jangmi in Kawasaki, Kanagawa prefecture on June 3, 2026.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T05:57:28.245+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Flood warnings as storm moves towards Tokyo</news:title>
<news:keywords>Asia</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/why-lebanon-remains-a-threat-to-trump-s-iran-diplomacy-1.500561036</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/mzy3i41m/docto.gif</image:loc>
<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T05:37:00.000+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Why Lebanon remains a threat to Trump’s Iran diplomacy</news:title>
<news:keywords>Mena, Americas, Donald Trump, Israel, US-Israel-Iran war</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/after-escaping-the-taliban-and-years-in-exile-the-afghan-womens-soccer-team-rises-again-1.500561354</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/sptg4rid/preview.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Afghan women's players pose for a team photo during a training session in Auckland, New Zealand, Tuesday, June 2, 2026.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T05:21:34.907+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>After escaping the Taliban and years in exile, the Afghan women's soccer team rises again</news:title>
<news:keywords>afghanistan womens team fifa</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/from-legacy-to-longevity-governance-lessons-for-family-enterprises-in-the-middle-east-1.500561077</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/4zdqitf4/OPN-FAMILY-NEW-Read-Only.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/jbr0x7kp/Randall-Photo-2023.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Randall Peterson</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T05:04:00.000+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>From legacy to longevity: Governance lessons for family enterprises in the Middle East</news:title>
<news:keywords>Op-Eds, UAE businesses</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/sharjah-toddlers-death-parents-of-neighbouring-girls-secure-bail-after-tragedy-1.500561190</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/gtu4xld3/60.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Gone too soon: Mohammad Arshman</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/zqyyv328/20260524171244.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The staircase window from which the child was reportedly thrown</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T05:00:00.000+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Sharjah toddler's death: Parents of neighbouring girls secure bail after tragedy</news:title>
<news:keywords>UAE, Pakistan, UAE, Sharjah</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/uae-grocery-prices-to-rise-further-as-fuel-costs-climb-amid-us-iran-tensions-1.500561058</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-04/at2ldy3g/UAEgrocery.</image:loc>
<image:caption>UAE grocery</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T04:44:00.000+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE grocery prices to rise further as fuel costs climb amid US-Iran tensions</news:title>
<news:keywords>Retail, Markets, US-Israel-Iran war</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/technology/chatgpt-app-hits-1-billion-monthly-active-users-in-record-time-data-shows-1.500561412</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-03/v6r3yax8/newsml_afp_com_20260303T000000Z_PH_GTY_2264640556.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The ChatGPT app by OpenAI is shown on a cell phone on March 03, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T04:26:11.028+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>ChatGPT app hits 1 billion monthly active users in record time, data shows</news:title>
<news:keywords>Technology</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/philippines-why-house-expelled-cavite-rep-kiko-barzaga-1.500561420</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-13/it3cqwdu/Phil-national-police.avif</image:loc>
<image:caption>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).</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T04:16:01.484+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Philippines: Why House expelled Cavite Rep. Kiko Barzaga</news:title>
<news:keywords>Philippines</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/bahrain/bahrain-interior-ministry-warning-siren-had-been-sounded-1.500561413</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/xr000c6e/Bahrain-Flag</image:loc>
<image:caption>Bahrain's national flag.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T03:47:29.936+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Bahrain Interior Ministry: Warning siren had been sounded</news:title>
<news:keywords>Bahrain</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/kuwait-military-says-responding-to-missile-drone-attacks-1.500561401</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-20/035wm26x/HD1YFiWkAAih6C.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Kuwait's military said on Wednesday its air defences were intercepting "hostile" missile and drone attacks.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T03:23:45.642+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Kuwait military says responding to missile, drone attacks</news:title>
<news:keywords>Mena</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/iaea-chief-barakah-attack-a-trial-by-fire-that-proved-uae-nuclear-safety-systems-work-1.500561387</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-23/s9rhmlif/202506233435287.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Rafael Mariano Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-17/l2xtf72x/newsml_afp_com_20260517T111834Z_doc_b33v29g.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T02:58:23.195+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>IAEA chief: Barakah attack a ‘trial by fire’ that proved UAE nuclear safety systems work</news:title>
<news:keywords>UAE</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-tops-per-capita-clean-energy-generation-peaceful-nuclear-programme-reinforces-global-nuclear-safety-standards-1.500561389</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/z4q0gj4b/Barakah_17fbaefb932_original_ratio.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The UAE's Barakah Nuclear Power Plant.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T02:42:25.104+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE tops per-capita clean energy generation, Barakah Nuclear Power Plant reinforces global safety standards</news:title>
<news:keywords>UAE</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/lebanon-says-israeli-strikes-on-south-kill-5-wound-48-including-hospital-staff-1.500561366</loc>
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<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T02:01:40.567+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Lebanon says Israeli strikes on south kill 5, wound 48, including hospital staff</news:title>
<news:keywords>Mena</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-blockade-missile-cripples-crude-oil-tanker-mt-lexie-preventing-it-from-reaching-irans-kharg-island-1.500561371</loc>
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<image:caption>A US Apache attack helicopter flying over the Gulf.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/qxweexhu/hellfire-tanker.webp</image:loc>
<image:caption>A forward-looking infrared radar image showing the moments before a US aircraft disabled the tanker with a Hellfire hit to its engine room.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-03T01:50:15.985+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>US blockade: Missile cripples crude oil tanker M/T Lexie, preventing it from reaching Iran's Kharg Island</news:title>
<news:keywords>Mena</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/watch-sheikh-mohammed-makes-surprise-appearance-at-city-centre-mirdif-1.500561314</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/nhblifln/MBR</image:loc>
<image:caption>Visitors to the popular mall were in for a surprise when Sheikh Mohammed appeared alongside a small group of officials during an unannounced tour.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-02T23:21:54.034+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Watch: Sheikh Mohammed makes surprise appearance at City Centre Mirdif</news:title>
<news:keywords>UAE, UAE</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/technology/media/instagram-and-facebook-reels-may-soon-work-like-tv-episodes-1.500561278</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/08/07/20200807-reels_173c7f04a60_large.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Meta experiments with creator-friendly Reels designed for binge viewing and retention.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-02T22:16:46.669+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Instagram and Facebook Reels may soon work like TV episodes</news:title>
<news:keywords>Media</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-fair-weather-forecast-tomorrow-with-dust-blowing-sand-1.500561230</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-15/ufyz01kh/Ajit-Sheth.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Ajit Sheth captures Dubai’s spectacular skyline</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-02T22:00:06.009+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE: Fair weather forecast tomorrow with dust, blowing sand</news:title>
<news:keywords>Weather</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/driver-steals-helpers-vehicle-after-surviving-rollover-crash-in-oman-1.500561189</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/dwgd2uop/Generic-car-keys</image:loc>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-02T20:50:22.497+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Driver steals helper's vehicle after surviving rollover crash in Oman</news:title>
<news:keywords>Oman, Oman</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/fujairah-police-warns-against-leaving-children-in-cars-as-summer-temperatures-rise-1.500561161</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/pitc1g6c/Fujairah-Police</image:loc>
<image:caption>Fujairah Police stressed that the temperature inside a vehicle can increase within minutes, creating potentially fatal conditions for children.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-02T20:08:18.865+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Fujairah Police warns against leaving children in cars as summer temperatures rise</news:title>
<news:keywords>UAE</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/uae-firms-rush-to-meet-new-salary-deadline-as-payroll-volumes-jump-151-1.500560953</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/10/18/Stock-Money-exchange-dirhams-currency_1753a92854d_large.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Al Ansari money exchange, Dubai.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-02T20:00:09.380+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE firms rush to meet new salary deadline as payroll volumes jump 151%</news:title>
<news:keywords>Banking</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/flydubai-marks-17-years-with-140-million-passengers-100-destinations-1.500561149</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-28/olh7rwct/flydubai</image:loc>
<image:caption>flydubai said it has carried more than 140 million passengers and now serves 100 destinations with a fleet of 97 aircraft.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-02T19:47:44.787+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>flydubai marks 17 years with 140 million passengers, 100 destinations</news:title>
<news:keywords>Aviation, FlyDubai</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/rubio-sets-hormuz-reopening-and-uranium-talks-as-key-conditions-in-iran-negotiations-1.500561132</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/2dlzqini/Rubio</image:loc>
<image:caption>Rubio's comments came during testimony before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-02T19:35:10.998+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Rubio sets Hormuz reopening and uranium talks as key conditions in Iran negotiations</news:title>
<news:keywords>Mena, Americas, America</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/dubai-is-ready-to-turn-global-challenges-into-growth-opportunities-says-sheikh-hamdan-1.500561125</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/u6yzjj1x/Sheikh-Hamdan.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>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).</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-02T19:33:01.102+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Dubai is ready to turn global challenges into growth opportunities, says Sheikh Hamdan</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tourism, Dubai tourism</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>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</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/g0jpf4ac/Flags</image:loc>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-02T19:20:03.111+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>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</news:title>
<news:keywords>World</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/business/uae-residents-can-now-freeze-insurance-premiums-for-5-years-as-healthcare-costs-soar-1.500561066</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/09/04/Stock-HealthCare_18a5f5b37e5_large.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-02T18:58:08.543+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UAE residents can now freeze insurance premiums for 5 years as healthcare costs soar</news:title>
<news:keywords>Business, Health, Insurance</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/sharjah-crown-prince-orders-faster-integration-of-ai-assistants-in-government-work-1.500561059</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/nzrqg1kf/20266215344626808.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Sharjah Crown Prince ordered the acceleration of the adoption of modern technologies powered by artificial intelligence (AI) assistants.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/at319nkr/Agentic-AI</image:loc>
<image:caption>Agentic AI</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-02T18:46:26.329+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Sharjah Crown Prince orders faster integration of AI assistants in government work</news:title>
<news:keywords>Government, UAE</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/world/iran-plans-three-day-funeral-for-late-supreme-leader-1.500561062</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-24/31vosxo2/newsml_afp_com_20260524T150004Z_doc_b3wa2j2.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>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.</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-06-02T18:39:28.810+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Iran plans three-day funeral for late supreme leader</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, US-Israel-Iran war</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://gulfnews.com/uae/saadiyat-beach-is-officially-one-of-the-worlds-best-beaches-1.500560597</loc>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-02/3phhxsyt/gulfnews2024-11-2741w8n7ldSAADIYATISLANDSTOCKBEACH185ee11473foriginalratio.webp</image:loc>
<image:caption>Just a short drive from Dubai, Saadiyat Beach feels like a tropical escape without leaving the UAE.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>The soft sands and turquoise waters of Saadiyat Beach.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-04-23/9wofvzej/saadiyatrotanaresortandvillasmedium10667.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Saadiyat Rotana Resort and Villas</image:caption>
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<news:name>Gulf News</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-06-02T18:37:16.682+04:00</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Saadiyat Beach is officially one of the world's best beaches</news:title>
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