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Trump lists key demands from Tehran in final deal
US President Donald Trump said on Friday that he was making his decision on a potential deal with Iran, though Tehran insisted there was still “no final agreement” on ending the Middle East war.
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May 30, 2026
Gulf Today
Israel’s Gaza plan means more children will suffer: UN
The UN warned on Friday that an Israeli plan to take control of 70 per cent of Gaza will increase suffering among children already hit by the impacts of severe overcrowding.
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May 30, 2026
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Bodour opens Warsaw International Book Fair
In the presence of Sheikha Bodour Bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), Sharjah officially opened its participation on Thursday as the first Arab Guest of Honour in the history of the Warsaw International Book Fair (WIBF) 2026.
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May 30, 2026
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India warns of weakest monsoon as inflation risk looms
India forecast an El Nino-weakened monsoon in 2026 that will bring the lowest rainfall in 11 years, fuelling concerns over crops, food prices and growth in the world’s fifth-largest economy, battling inflationary pressures from the Iran war.
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May 30, 2026
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Global shipping industry cites mounting cost
Senior executives from leading global shipping companies and industry groups underlined growing operational and economic challenges to goods trade during a 28 May meeting with WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala.
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May 30, 2026
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Etihad Rail embarks on a new era of smart transport
The field visit recently organised by Etihad Rail for various media outlets to Fujairah Station, the first fully completed passenger station within the railway network, has revealed the modernity of the equipment, the ingenuity of the construction work, the beauty of the architectural building and the luxury of the train with its modern facilities.
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May 30, 2026
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Oil tumbles, global stocks gain as US-Iran deal hopes persist
World stocks edged higher on Friday while oil prices slid and headed for a weekly drop as traders awaited clarity on efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and extend a US-Iran ceasefire.
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May 30, 2026
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Analysts cut Russia's GDP forecast, rouble to weaken less
The Russian economy will grow at a slower pace in 2026 than predicted one month ago while the rouble will weaken less, a Reuters poll of 15 analysts showed on Friday.
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May 30, 2026
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Arnold hopes resilient Iraq can upset WC odds
Iraq's veteran Australian coach Graham Arnold is hoping his team can pull off a shock on their return to the World Cup stage after a remarkable and gruelling journey to this year’s tournament in North America.
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May 30, 2026
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A tale of many cities: Art Smiley Gallery hosts John Railton's works
Art Smiley Gallery, Dubai's big-hearted cultural space, is presenting The Theatre of Life, a major solo exhibition by British contemporary artist, John Railton (June 6 - 11).
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May 30, 2026
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Etihad Rail is a ‘truly Emirati success story’
The field visit recently organized by Etihad Rail for various media outlets to Fujairah Station, the first fully completed passenger station within the railway network, has revealed the modernity of the equipment, the ingenuity of the construction work, the beauty of the architectural building and the luxury of the train with its modern facilities.
2 min |
May 30, 2026
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Vingegaard retains lead as Kuss stars in 19th stage
Jonas Vingegaard took another step towards winning his first Giro d'Italia on Friday after emerging unscathed from a brutal 19th stage won by his teammate Sepp Kuss.
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May 30, 2026
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Dubai Basketball make history after securing spot in ABA League Finals
Dubai Basketball have officially secured their place in the 2025/26 ABA League Finals after defeating Buducnost VOLI 103:77 in decisive Game 3 of the semi-finals in Zenica, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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May 30, 2026
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Al Zeyoudi highlights importance of developing new trade routes
On behalf of UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Dr Thani Bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade, attended the Eurasia Economic Forum 2026 in Astana, Republic of Kazakhstan.
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May 30, 2026
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‘Down with the suit’: Mobutu-era jacket makes comeback
Sewing machines whirred across bold fabrics at a Kinshasa atelier where Congolese tailors and their style-savvy customers have revived a suit long associated with life under a dictator.
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May 30, 2026
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Mrunal Thakur is ‘dubbing’ for something special, calls it ‘magic’
Bollywood actress Mrunal Thakur, who currently awaits the release of her upcoming comedy film “'Hai Jawai Toh Ishq Hona Hai,” revealed that she is busy dubbing for “something special” and will be making an “announcement” very soon.
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May 30, 2026
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Nepal eyes growth as it unveils $13.8b budget
Nepal's government unveiled on Friday its first budget since sweeping to power after a youth-led uprising, promising reforms and a push to revive growth following months of political turmoil.
1 min |
May 30, 2026
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UAE team celebrates Eid with patients in Al Arish
“Operation Chivalrous Knight 3” celebrated Eid Al-Adha with Palestinian patients in Al Arish.
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May 29, 2026
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Neymar doubtful for Brazil's WC opening match due to injury
Brazil forward Neymar is a doubt for the start of the World Cup after injuring his calf, requiring two to three weeks of treatment, the national team’s doctor Rodrigo Lasmar said on Thursday.
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May 29, 2026
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America’s inflation firming as Iran war pushes energy prices
US inflation increased at its fastest pace in three years in April, driven by higher energy prices amid the war with Iran, and cementing economists’ views that the Federal Reserve could hold interest rates unchanged well into next year.
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May 29, 2026
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Scotland boss Clarke signs new 4-year contract ahead of showpiece event
Scotland manager Steve Clarke signed a four-year contract extension on Thursday as he prepares to lead his country to their first World Cup since 1998.
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May 29, 2026
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Ravindra and Blundell turn the tide for NZ versus Ireland
Hundreds from Rachin Ravindra and Tom Blundell helped New Zealand recover from a collapse against Ireland to reach 361-5 on the opening day of a one-off Test.
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May 29, 2026
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S.Lanka’s economic recovery under threat
Sri Lanka’s recovery from its worst economic meltdown is under threat from the effects of the Middle East war, the International Monetary Fund said Thursday, a day after granting a $695-million bailout installment.
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May 29, 2026
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‘Focusing’ on the plan rather than the personality
One of the reasons why Sir Tony Blair was Labour's longest-serving and, certainly in domestic matters, most successful prime minister is that, both while preparing for power and then while in it, he possessed an obvious youthful wisdom.
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May 29, 2026
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Impact of Middle East conflict set to reshape energy investment plans
The far-reaching effects of the conflict in the Middle East are prompting countries and companies to rethink energy investment strategies in response to heightened concerns over energy security and the reliability of trade flows, according to a new IEA report.
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May 29, 2026
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Gujarat look to bounce back and seal final berth with victory over red-hot Rajasthan in do-or-die IPL clash
Gujarat Titans know they must beat their absolute best to stop a Rajasthan Royals side playing some of the most explosive cricket of the season, when the two sides meet in a do-or-die Qualifier 2 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in New Chandigarh on Friday.
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May 29, 2026
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Drop in temperature likely tomorrow: NCM
The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) expects a drop in temperature on Saturday and Sunday, due to the country being affected by weak surface pressure systems, accompanied by an extension of a high-pressure system in the upper atmosphere.
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May 29, 2026
Gulf Today
Egypt pin hopes on Salah for WC breakthrough
Mohamed Salah has unfinished business in what could be his final World Cup as Egypt's superstar seeks to deliver a first win at the tournament for the Pharaohs.
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May 29, 2026
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Mother-in-law arrested in Twisha death case
In a significant development in the high-profile dowry death case, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Thursday arrested former district judge Giribala Singh from her Bhopal residence in connection with the alleged suicide of her daughter-in-law, Twisha Sharma.
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May 29, 2026
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Alison Brie surprised to see men’s reaction on her ‘He-Man’ villain role
Actress Alison Brie has spoken about the reaction from men to her role in the upcoming Masters of the Universe film, which has been unlike anything she has experienced before.
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