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New leadership can move the UK past Brexit
That the 10-year anniversary of Brexit coincided with the fall of another British government is a fitting marker of a failed experiment. Now, the question for the UK and the European Union is less about what to do next than whether they can summon the will to do it. As the owner of a business that is growing in both places, and as an American who recognises that the US benefits from their success, I'm hopeful they can.
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June 30, 2026
Gulf Today
UAE expresses solidarity after Qatari dies in attack
The United Arab Emirates has expressed its solidarity with the brotherly State of Qatar following the death of a Qatari citizen and the injury of another Arab national as a result of shrapnel from military operations in the area.
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June 30, 2026
Gulf Today
Iran team to fly back home from Mexico post elimination
Iran will fly home on Tuesday following their agonising elimination from the World Cup at the end of the group stage, team officials said.
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June 30, 2026
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Sharjah Space and Astronomy Hub strengthens global ties
The Sharjah Space and Astronomy Hub (SSAH) paid a visit recently to the Arab-German Young Academy of Sciences and Humanities (AGYA) in Berlin
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June 30, 2026
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UAE FTA reports record Dhs46 billion revenue for 2025
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has reported significant growth in its operations during 2025, driven by a substantial increase in Corporate Tax registrations, alongside continued growth in Value Added Tax (VAT) and Excise Tax registrations and the expansion of its services.
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June 30, 2026
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AD Ports and EGA sign Dhs84m deal for Khalifa Port upgrades
AD Ports Group and Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) have announced the signing of an agreement to enhance EGA’s dedicated berth at Khalifa Port.
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June 30, 2026
Gulf Today
ALC ends participation in Beijing Book Fair
The Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC) participated in the 32nd Beijing International Book Fair in the Chinese capital from 17 to 21 June 2026, as part of a unified government delegation representing the UAE as Guest of Honour.
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June 30, 2026
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Resilient Brazil rally to knock out Japan, book last 16 berth
Substitute Gabriel Martinelli scored deep in injury time as Brazil beat a stubborn Japan 2-1 on Monday to roll into the World Cup last 16.
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June 30, 2026
Gulf Today
SC defines ownership rights over bride’s jewellery, gifts
The Supreme Court (SC) has ruled that jewellery given to a bride at her wedding is her exclusive and personal property, and no one else can claim it.
2 min |
June 30, 2026
Gulf Today
Canada oust S.Africa
Stephen Eustaquio's stoppage-time winner fired Canada to a 1-0 win over South Africa on Sunday in the first match of the World Cup knockout rounds, as the co-hosts advance to the last 16 for the first time in their history.
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June 30, 2026
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GB new CM swearing-in ‘ceremony postponed’
The swearing-in ceremony of newly elected Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) Chief Minister Advocate Amjad Hussain, originally scheduled for July 1, has been postponed due to the unavailability of Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, said a report.
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June 30, 2026
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Global stocks perk up and oil cools as US, Iran halt hostilities
European stocks and US futures ticked higher on Monday after the US and Iran agreed to halt recent hostilities and renew talks, helping oil prices fall after spiking earlier on Monday in the wake of renewed attacks between the two sides.
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June 30, 2026
Gulf Today
Serbs sceptical of Vucic’s announcement to resign
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic has announced that he will resign in a few weeks’ time and call for presidential and parliamentary elections. But there is skepticism that the man who has dominated Serbian politics for 12 years is going to call it a day.
2 min |
June 30, 2026
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Masdar breaks ground on 1GW wind farm in Kazakhstan
Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PSC - Masdar, a global clean energy leader, on Monday formally broke ground on its 1-gigawatt (GW) wind farm in the Zhambyl region of Kazakhstan.
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June 30, 2026
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NCM to use AI assistants for weather predictions
In line with the directives of the UAE's wise leadership and the national vision to accelerate the adoption of Agentic Artificial Intelligence across government operations, the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has launched the country’s first Agentic AI assistants for the meteorological sector and approved a comprehensive roadmap to expand the deployment of these technologies across its services.
2 min |
June 30, 2026
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Pak orders arrest of Afghan nationals without valid visas
Pakistan’s government has ordered law enforcement nationwide to arrest Afghan citizens without visas from July 10, according to a directive seen by AFP on Monday, part of an intensifying deportation drive.
2 min |
June 30, 2026
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Saudi football federation chief resigns after exit from World Cup
The president of Saudi Arabia's Football Federation has announced his resignation after the Green Falcons were knocked out of the World Cup in the first round.
1 min |
June 30, 2026
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CAF president Motsepe hails African successes at football extravaganza
Africa football boss Patrice Motsepe said on Sunday that hard work and investment in youth, coaching and infrastructure had paid off at the 2026 World Cup.
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June 30, 2026
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Delhi offers $1,000 to scrap old cars for EVs
India’s capital New Delhi will offer cash incentive of over $1,000 to car owners willing to scrap their old vehicle for an EV, according to a new policy finalised by the government on Monday in a move aimed at reducing high levels of air pollution.
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June 30, 2026
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Summer initiatives to help 80,000 bike riders
A four-month initiative launched to provide on-the-ground support for delivery workers across the UAE will benefit over 80,000 of them across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and Al Ain between June to September.
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June 30, 2026
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Teyana Taylor wins ‘Icon of the Year’ honour at BET Awards
Teyana Taylor fought back tears on Sunday after an emotional surprise at the BET Awards: Janet Jackson walked onto the stage to present Taylor with the Icon of the Year Award.
2 min |
June 30, 2026
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Haaland in spotlight as Ivorians look to steal show
Erling Haaland will be the centre of attention in Dallas on Tuesday, but the Ivory Coast will be hoping to highlight some attacking talent of their own when they take on Norway in their World Cup Round of 32 clash.
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June 30, 2026
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Sinner survives scare to reach second round of Wimbledon
Jannik Sinner survived a major scare and an injury alarm to start his Wimbledon title defence with a five-set victory over Miomir Kecmanovic.
2 min |
June 30, 2026
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Sweden happy with underdog tag ahead of playoff clash against France
Sweden's players are unbothered that few pundits see them beating France in their World Cup last 32 clash in New Jersey on Tuesday, saying the pressure will be on the French.
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June 30, 2026
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Woman's throat slit by lover after date in Bengaluru
A young woman was allegedly murdered by her former lover, who slit her throat after inviting her for dinner in Bengaluru's Mahalakshmi Layout area. The accused was arrested within hours of the crime, police said on Monday.
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June 30, 2026
Gulf Today
Death toll from Venezuela earthquakes rises to 1,700
The death toll from last week's twin earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to more than 1,700 people, top lawmaker Jorge Rodriguez said on Monday.
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June 30, 2026
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High school student dies on his way to exam hall
Salem Ali Rashid Al Mazrouei, an Emirati high school student, 18, lost his life in a tragic accident that took place last Thursday morning in Al Ghail area, about 45 kilometres south of Ras Al Khaimah City, while he was on his way to his school to take the end-of-year exams for the current academic year (2025-2026).
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June 30, 2026
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Nadda launches Aarogya Setu 2.0, digital solution for clinics
‘The revamped application will enable people of all age groups to seamlessly access a wide range of health services,’ says the minister
2 min |
June 30, 2026
Gulf Today
Deadline for first-half Emiratisation targets ends today
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has affirmed that today, Tuesday, June 30, is the deadline for private sector companies with 50 or more employees to meet their Emiratisation targets for the first half of 2026.
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June 30, 2026
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Italy and Balkans endure blistering heatwave
Italy and the Balkans felt the impact on Monday of a record-breaking heatwave that has caused hundreds of excess deaths and disrupted daily life across the continent for more than a week, with growing concerns over the spread of wildfires.
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