Gulf News 5m

Starmer boosts budget to modernise UK military before exit

Britain plans to spend almost GBP300 billion ($397 billion) over the next four years to modernise its armed forces to counter rising threats, outgoing Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced Tuesday. More drones, uncrewed vehicles and an upgrade to the UK's nuclear deterrent form part of Starmer's lo»»»

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The Peninsula 8m

Iran-US technical meetings continue without high-level talks: Advisor to Prime Minister, Official Spokesperson for Foreign Ministry

Doha: Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari affirmed that the visit of US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Doha is part of meetings with mediators in the State of Qatar to discuss various regional issues»»»

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Gulf News 9m

Why the UAE economy is expected to bounce back to 9.8 per cent in 2027

Abu Dhabi: The Central Bank of the UAE expects economic growth to moderate to 1.7 per cent in 2026 as regional developments weigh on trade, shipping, tourism and private sector confidence, while forecasting a strong rebound to 9.8 per cent in 2027. In its June 2026 Quarterly Economic Report, the ce»»»

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UPI 25m

Rescuers, volunteers report obstacles to rescue operations in Venezuela - UPI.com

Volunteers conduct search operations in a building damaged by an earthquake in La Guaira, Venezuela, on Monday. National and international rescue teams continue their efforts among the ruins of buildings in the coastal state of La Guaira, north of Caracas, the epicenter of devastation caused by 7.2»»»

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Gulf News 29m

‘Too bad for US’: Trump criticises birthright ruling, urges action

Washington: US President Donald Trump criticised a Supreme Court ruling that rejected his attempt to restrict birthright citizenship, urging the Republican-controlled Congress to pursue legislation instead. "The Supreme Court upheld Birthright Citizenship, which is too bad for our Country, but we c»»»

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The Peninsula 32m

Qatar elected to ACAO Executive Council and Committees

Rabat: The State of Qatar, represented by the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA), participated in the 74th Executive Council Meeting and the 29th General Assembly of the Arab Civil Aviation Organization (ACAO), held on June 29-30 in Rabat, Kingdom of Morocco. The Qatari delegation was headed by »»»

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UPI 37m

Supreme Court strikes down coordinated campaign finance limits - UPI.com

1 of 3 | The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down limits on the amount of money a political party committee can spend in coordination with a candidate. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo June 30 (UPI) -- The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down federal limits on the amount of money a pol»»»

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Sputnik 37m

Death Toll From Venezuela Earthquake Rises to 1,943 - National Assembly Speaker

CARACAS (Sputnik) - The death toll from the earthquake in Venezuela has risen to 1,943, with over 10,500 injured, National Assembly speaker Jorge Rodriguez said on Tuesday. "The death toll is 1,943, with 10,571 injured," Rodriguez said. Venezuelan and foreign specialists rescued 6,461 people from r»»»

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Al Manar 41m

Al-Manar correspondent: Israeli artillery shelling targets the Al-Sadana area on the outskirts of Al-Habariya in southern Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent: Israeli artillery shelling targets the Al-Sadana area on the outskirts of Al-Habariya in southern Lebanon 30-06-202»»»

Arab News 49m

Israel military shuts West Bank charity

NABLUS, Palestinian Territories: The Israeli military shut down the headquarters of a Palestinian charitable organization in the occupied West Bank city of Nablus on Tuesday, alleging it supported terrorism, Palestinian officials said. AFP journalists in Nablus reported that the entire building hou»»»

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Arab News 49m

Saudi Arabia reaffirms status as a top UNRWA donor, warns funding gap threatens agency’s mandate

UNITED NATIONS: Saudi Arabia reaffirmed its position as one of the largest donors to the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East, revealing that it has provided $835 million in development and humanitarian assistance through the agency over the years. It came as member st»»»

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The Peninsula 56m

Ancelotti hails Brazil’s patience after late Japan comeback

DOHA: Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti credited patience, tactical discipline and belief after his side produced a late comeback to defeat Japan 2-1 and book its place in the Round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup 2026. The five-time world champions were pushed to the limit by a determined Japanese sid»»»

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Gulf News 1h

How Dubai Police’s luxury patrol cars became a global sensation

Dubai: What began as a simple idea to showcase Dubai’s unique identity has evolved into one of the city’s most recognisable global symbols. Lieutenant General Dahi Khalfan Tamim, Deputy Chairman of Police and Public Security in Dubai, has honoured Ali Hassan Al Marzouqi, the man behind the proposal»»»

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Arab News 1h

DP World ILT20 prepared me for international stage, says Khuzaima Tanveer

DUBAI: The UAE and Desert Vipers’ fast bowler Khuzaima Tanveer believes the DP World ILT20 has played a significant role in his development, helping him grow as a player through exposure to some of the biggest names in world cricket. Having progressed from an emerging talent to a capped UAE interna»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Book a bus with a tap: Sharjah expands smart transport as demand jumps 24 per cent

Sharjah: Sharjah has expanded its Bus on Demand service, widening coverage to more residential and educational districts as the emirate steps up efforts to build a smarter and more flexible public transport network. The Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA) said the service, launched in June»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Five entities, 16 officials: US expands sanctions on Hezbollah's financial network

Dubai: The United States has imposed sanctions on five financial entities and 16 officials and individuals linked to Hezbollah's financial network, in a move aimed at disrupting the group's funding channels and restricting its access to the formal financial system. The US Treasury Department said t»»»

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France24 1h

US Supreme Court upholds bans on transgender athletes in women's school sports

The US Supreme Court on Tuesday upheld state laws barring transgender athletes from competing in girls' and women's school sports, delivering a major victory to conservatives in one of the country's most fiercely contested culture wars. The US Supreme Court cleared the way on Tuesday for states to »»»

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France24 1h

US Supreme Court rejects Trump's attempt to restrict birthright citizenship

The US Supreme Court on Tuesday upheld a broad conception of birthright citizenship, rejecting US President Donald Trump's executive order declaring that children born to parents who are in the United States temporarily or without legal documents are not American citizens. The US Supreme Court»»»

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UPI 2h

Chile faces mining labor shortage amid investment boom - UPI.com

Chile will need to add nearly 37,000 skilled workers over the next decade to support a planned $104.549 billion mining investment pipeline. File Photo by Sebastian Padilla/UPI | License Photo June 30 (UPI) -- Chile will need to add nearly 37,000 skilled workers over the next decade to support a pla»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi sets Guinness World Records title with 55 waterslides

Yas Waterworld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi has officially earned a Guinness World Records title after becoming the waterpark with the most waterslides in the world, with a total of 55 slides. The record was announced during a special ceremony at the waterpark, where Dr Mohamed Abdalla Al Zaabi, Group CEO»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Female unemployment in Saudi Arabia falls to 9 per cent in latest labour market data

Dubai: Saudi Arabia's unemployment rate among its citizens fell to 6.4 per cent in the first quarter of 2026, with unemployment among Saudi women declining to 9 per cent, according to new Labour Force Survey data released by the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT). The figures represent a fur»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Shura Council says human rights priority in its legislative and oversight work

Doha, Qatar: The Shura Council affirmed that human rights are a firmly established priority in its legislative and oversight work. This stems from the Council's constitutional responsibilities and is in line with the State of Qatar's strong commitment to protecting and promoting human rights, under»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Qatar Red Crescent launches cardiac surgery program in Northwest Syria

Damascus: The Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has launched a specialist cardiac care program in northwestern Syria, establishing heart surgery and cardiac catheterization services in Idlib province to improve access to treatment for patients with cardiovascular disease. In a statement on Tuesday,»»»

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Naharnet 2h

US and GCC sanction Hezbollah 'financial institutions and senior officials'

The member states of the Terrorist Financing Targeting Center (TFTC) on Tuesday announced joint designations targeting "multiple key components of Hezbollah’s financial infrastructure, including five entities and 16 individuals," the U.S. Treasury said. The TFTC comprises all six Gulf Cooperation C»»»

Gulf News 2h

New passport fees announced for Indian expats in UAE from July 1

Abu Dhabi/ Dubai: The Embassy of India, Abu Dhabi, and the Consulate General of India, Dubai, have officially announced the revised fee structure for passport and related services, effective July 1, 2026. The new rates announced on Tuesday will apply uniformly across the Embassy, the Consulate and »»»

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The Peninsula 2h

French household spending rises in May on higher energy consumption

Paris: French household spending rose by 0.5 percent in May from the previous month and 0.3 percent year-on-year, driven by higher energy consumption, according to the National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (INSEE). The increase was mainly attributed to stronger gas and electricity c»»»

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UPI 2h

Argentine beef exports to U.S. surge on higher tariff quota - UPI.com

People observe livestock at the Agricultural Market in Canuelas, Argentina, on Jan. 14. File Photo by Matias Martin Campaya/EPA June 30 (UPI) -- Argentine beef exports to the United States have risen sharply, driven by an expansion of the U.S. duty-free import quota and stronger demand as the U.S. »»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Saudi stock market closes higher

Riyadh: Saudi Arabia's main stock index ended Tuesday's session up 7.77 points to stand at 10,799.92, with trading value reaching SAR 5.5 billion. A total of 305 million shares were traded, with 164 companies posting gains while 88 recorded declines. In contrast, the parallel market index (NOMU) lo»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Australia holds West Indies to 125-7 in World Cup semi-final

London: Australia restricted the West Indies to 125-7 in their Women's World Cup semi-final at the Oval on Tuesday. West Indies captain Hayley Matthews top-scored with 30 but her side were derailed by a collapse that saw four wickets lost for 12 runs in 17 balls as they tamely slumped to 59-4 after»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Dubai’s Education 33 Strategy: Sheikh Hamdan reviews key education programmes

Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, reviewed the progress of key education initiatives under Dubai’s Education 33 Strategy during a meet»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Es'hailSat executive says €295m satellite project set for 2030 launch

Doha: Qatar's satellite operator Es'hailSat has said its third satellite project will cost around €295m ($347m) and is expected to be launched in 2030, as the company expands its satellite communications capabilities. Speaking to Qatar News Agency (QNA), Es'hailSat Chief Executive Ali Ahmed Al Kuwa»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Qatar World Cup Photography Exhibition opens in Mexico City coinciding 2026 tournament

Mexico City: A selection of photographs from the "After the Game" exhibition, first shown at the Tasweer Photo Festival Qatar, has been included in a new exhibition in Mexico City exploring the legacy of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. The works form part of "Journeys to Greatness: Qatar 2022 Legacy»»»

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Gulf News 3h

From chats to charges: WhatsApp messages land users in UAE courts

An angry message sent in seconds on WhatsApp can escalate into a costly legal dispute, leading to substantial fines, compensation orders, and in some cases additional penalties extending well beyond the digital sphere. As instant messaging platforms and social media applications become deeply embed»»»

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Arab News 3h

Media watchdog CPJ reviews Gaza journalist death toll amid Hamas obituaries row, internal dispute

LONDON: The Committee to Protect Journalists has announced a review of its database of journalists killed in Gaza after finding that some listed individuals had been identified as Hamas or Palestinian Islamic Jihad combatants — a decision that has drawn criticism and exposed divisions within the or»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Saudi Cabinet condemns Iranian attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain

Jeddah: Saudi Arabia's Cabinet has strongly condemned continued Iranian attacks against Kuwait and Bahrain, as well as threats to maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz. In a statement carried by the Saudi Press Agency following a cabinet meeting chaired by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques »»»

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Gulf News 3h

US Supreme Court strikes down Trump's birthright citizenship order

Washington: In a major blow to President Donald Trump, the US Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down his executive order seeking to limit birthright citizenship, ruling that the Constitution guarantees American citizenship to children born in the United States regardless of their parents' immigration»»»

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Arab News 3h

‘Waiting like torture’: Turks despair as Schengen visa delays mount

ISTANBUL: Outside the EU’s visa application center in an Istanbul shopping mall, a large crowd waits patiently, clutching thick folders and scanning lists of required documents one last time, their anxiety palpable as they await the security guard’s call. With top European Union officials in Ankara»»»

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Dailynews Hungary 3h

Record heat to break with violent storms with fresh highs

Hungary’s historic heatwave may exit in a barrage of violent storms, but not before further records fall. After a brutally hot Monday, conditions remain unchanged today — and meteorologists say the all-time national heat record may already have been equalled or narrowly missed within the past few h»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Indian passport fees in UAE jump up to 75% from July 1

Abu Dhabi/ Dubai: The Embassy of India, Abu Dhabi, and the Consulate General of India, Dubai, have officially announced the revised fee structure for passport and related services, effective July 1, 2026. The new rates announced on Tuesday will apply uniformly across the Embassy, the Consulate and »»»

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Gulf News 3h

Dubai Police warn of fake travel deals ahead of summer holidays

Dubai: Dubai Police have issued a public alert cautioning residents against fraudulent online travel and tourism offers, as part of the force's ongoing #BewareOfFraud awareness campaign. The advisory urges the public to stay alert to scammers capitalising on the peak summer travel season by pushing»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

VIDEO: Metrash guides users on approving, updating expatriate employment contracts before arrival in Qatar

Doha: Qatar's Ministry of Interior released a video guide explaining how employers can approve and update expatriate data and employment contracts through the Metrash application before workers arrive in Qatar. The service also enables users to pay Qatar Visa Centre (QVC) fees abroad and book medic»»»

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Sana 4h

OIC strongly condemns repeated Israeli incursions and violations of Syrian sovereignty

Jeddah, June 30 (SANA) The General Secretariat of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) condemned on Tuesday, in the strongest terms, the repeated aggressions and incursions by the Israeli occupation into Syrian territory, affirming that they constitute a flagrant violation of Syria’s sover»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

Amid sanguine expectations, Qatar farmers welcome early signs of bountiful rutab season

Doha, Qatar: Early signs of the domestic rutab (semi-ripe date) season are starting to emerge, as farmers are sanguine over the outlook for a strong harvest this year. The season is one of the most consequential agricultural periods in Qatar and across the Gulf, closely tied to cultural and social »»»

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The Peninsula 4h

Temporary closure announced for section of Al Markhiya Street until July 18

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Interior announced a temporary closure of a section of Al Markhiya Street until Saturday, July 18, 2026, to facilitate road works. According to the ministry, the closure will be implemented according to the following schedule: -Sunday to Thursday: 12:00am – 5:00am -Frid»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

Atletico sign Grimaldo from Leverkusen

Madrid: Atletico Madrid have signed Spain defender Alejandro Grimaldo from Bayer Leverkusen, the La Liga side said on Tuesday, for a reported fee of 20 million euros ($23 million). "(Grimaldo) has signed for our club until June 30, 2030," said Atletico in a statement. "A versatile left-back who can»»»

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Arab News 4h

Ebola outbreak could cost Africa up to $3.6 bln, UN says

GENEVA: The United Nations said on Tuesday that an Ebola outbreak could cost Africa up to $3.6 billion and hundreds of thousands of jobs, potentially causing a development crisis. The outbreak of the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, for which there is no tested vaccine or treatment, ‌has infected ‌1,307»»»

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Sputnik 4h

Bessent Says Iran Oil Sales Still Limited Despite US Waiver

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) -​ US Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent said on Tuesday that Iran has been unable to sell oil to buyers other than China after the issuance of a waiver because potential purchasers fear possible negative consequences. On Thursday, US Energy Secretary Chris Wright said tha»»»

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Ya Libnan 4h

Israel should not link Hezbollah’s disarmament to peace with Lebanon – Ya Libnan

Share: iLLUSTRATION When the Lebanese Army protects the border, peace has a chance to protect the future A durable peace between Lebanon and Israel would restore Lebanon’s sovereignty, strengthen the Lebanese Army, and create the conditions for Hezbollah’s military role to fade naturally By: The Ed»»»

France24 4h

Business - French heatwave threatens food inflation as agriculture sector suffers

Tomatoes cook on the vine and cereal crops get scorched – climate change is hitting French agriculture, and shoppers are poised to bear the brunt of it. Also, the EU and China set an October deadline to make progress on trade disputes, while the ECB Chief Christine Lagarde says the Eurozone economy»»»

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UPI 5h

Thousands take part in day of anti-migrant protests across South Africa - UPI.com

Zulu community members in Durban participate in a national day of protest on Tuesday demanding the repatriation of undocumented immigrants to their home countries with marches also held in Johannesburg and other major cities. Photo by Stringer/EPA June 30 (UPI) -- Security forces across South Afric»»»

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