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Megan Thee Stallion joins Broadway's Moulin Rouge! castSAARANGI AJI

Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda tied the knot on February 26 at ITC Mementos near Udaipur

Inside Rashmika and Vijay’s 'Shiv-Parvati' wedding lookAREEBA HASHMI

Weather alert: Is a cold wave hitting UAE this week? Here's what forecasters say

Weather alert: Is a cold wave hitting UAE this week?SURABHI VASUNDHARADEVI

In this photo released by the Iranian Foreign Ministry, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, centre, heads to the venue for talks between Iran and the US, in Muscat, Oman, Friday, Feb. 6, 2026.

Iran urges US to drop ‘excessive demands’ to reach dealAFP

A view of the City Walk in Dubai. Parkonic launches VIP pre-booked parking at City Walk Boulevard

Pre-book parking at City Walk; Dh60/hr for late exitsLEKSHMY PAVITHRAN

Zouma joins Dubai based club Al Wasl

Ex Premier League player Kurt Zouma signs for Al WaslROBERT ILSLEY

Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda share wedding photos

Inside Rashmika and Vijay's wedding and gold jewels MANJUSHA RADHAKRISHNAN

Powerful tremors were felt in Kolkata after a quake hit Bangladesh on Friday afternoon.

India: Strong tremors felt in KolkataALEX ABRAHAM

Sarah Michelle Gellar remembers Michelle Trachtenberg: Not sure how it’s been a year

Sarah M. Gellar honours Michelle Trachtenberg’s memorySAARANGI AJI

As of 3pm Friday (Feb. 27, 2026), the lava-collapse pyroclastic density current (PDC), a dangerous volcanic hazard during eruptions, was still ongoing, according to state volcanologists. They warned that similar events may continue as unstable lava piles up.

Philippines back-to-back eruptions: Mayon + KanlaonJAY HILOTIN

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern speaks at a joint press conference with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese (not pictured) in Sydney on June 10, 2022, after a bilateral meeting.

New Zealand ex-PM Ardern now based in AustraliaAFP

Rinku Singh with his father Khanchand Singh

India batter Rinku leaves team after father's deathAFP

Dubai’s Parkonic rolls out paid parking at three Lulu Hypermarkets

New paid parking rolled out at three Lulu HypermarketsLEKSHMY PAVITHRAN

Steve Madden's Ramadan campaign inspires generosityGULF NEWS REPORT

AAP Convenor and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal breaks down as he speaks to the media after being discharged in the Delhi Excise Policy case, in New Delhi on Friday, February 27, 2027. Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Manish Sisodia also present.

Delhi excise case: Kejriwal, Sisodia walk freeALEX ABRAHAM

UAE leaders embrace reinvention as key to sustained success in a rapidly evolving economy

Leaders embrace reinvention as key to sustained successSANKAR PILLAI

Suga in Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro

Suga becomes the face of Samsung Galaxy Buds4 ProSAARANGI AJI

BTS

BTS concert prompts Korean government to change rulesSAARANGI AJI

Roger Sweet, creator of He-Man

He-Man creator battles dementia turns to GoFundMeSAARANGI AJI

Grey’s Anatomy pays emotional tribute to Eric Dane

Grey’s Anatomy remembers Eric Dane with moving tributeSAARANGI AJI

Pakistan's Usman Tariq (C) celebrates with teammates after taking the wicket of England's Tom Banton during the 2026 ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup Super Eights match between England and Pakistan at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Kandy on February 24, 2026.

How can Pakistan qualify for T20 World Cup semi-finalJAI RAI

First-of-its-kind regional trial focuses on industrial freight routes.

Self-driving freight trucks begin pilot in Abu DhabiBALARAM MENON

Dr Ferdoush Saleheen

Gulf's strategic role in global supply chain resilienceGN FOCUS REPORT

Mayor Mamdani raises case with Trump, prompting Columbia student’s immediate release.

Who is Ellie Aghayeva? Student briefly detained in USLEKSHMY PAVITHRAN

RAKEZ honors Smart Zone for excellence in business empowerment, investor confidence

RAKEZ honors Smart Zone for excellenceGN FOCUS REPORT

Benzema's injury could see Al Hilal fall further away from Ronaldo's Al Nassr

Benzema injury boosts Ronaldo’s title hopes ROBERT ILSLEY

Abhishek Dadlani, Founder, Lushescapes

PARTNER CONTENT

Dubai Lushescapes' around-the-world luxury travel offerGN FOCUS REPORT

Bayer's strategic vision: Empowering MENA with proactive self-care solutions

Bayer: Empowering proactive self-care solutions in MENAGN FOCUS REPORT

Wounded Afghan women receive treatment at a hospital in Jalalabad on February 27, 2026, after a Pakistani mortar shell hit a camp for people returning from Pakistan, during ongoing clashes between Pakistani forces and Taliban security personnel near the Torkham border crossing between Afghanistan and Pakistan in Nangarhar Province.

Shelling near key Afghanistan-Pakistan border crossingAFP

This handout photo taken on February 26, 2026 and released on February 27 by the Armed Forces of the Philippines-Public Affairs Office (AFP-PAO) shows a Philippine air force FA-50 fighter jet (L) flying alongside a Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force's P-3 Orion maritime patrol aircraft during a joint military exercise in the disputed South China Sea.

Philippines, US, Japan planes drill over Bashi ChannelAFP

To qualify, agents must demonstrate enterprise reliability, governance alignment and measurable outcome-based performance.

AI agents can now apply for enterprise jobs at G42NIVETHA DAYANAND

Mohanlal's Drishyam 3 is all set to be rolled out

Mohanlal's Drishyam 3 director Jeethu Joseph opens upMANJUSHA RADHAKRISHNAN

DRONE WAR? Low-cost Unmanned Combat Attack System (LUCAS) drones are positioned on the tarmac at a base in the US Central Command (CentCom) operating area. LUCAS is a clone of Iran's inexpensive Shahed-136 kamikaze drone. Photo published on Nov. 23, 2025.

US 'ready' to use clone of Iran's drone against it JAY HILOTIN

Neymar's statement dance

Neymar’s dancing tribute to Vini is a treat to watchSHAMSEER MOHAMMED

PR manager trusted with power of attorney only to divert company cash

Manager accused of pocketing Dh290,000 in company fundsHUDA ATA

Netflix drops Warner bid, clearing path for Paramount takeover.

Why Netflix dropped its Warner takeover chaseNIVETHA DAYANAND

Mamdani urged Trump to drop cases against other students facing deportation.

Columbia student freed after Trump‑Mamdani talksAFP; AP

Abu Dhabi court rejects bank’s Dh950,000 lawsuit over regulatory breach

COURT AND CRIME

Bank loses Dh950,000 claim over loan guaranteesHUDA ATA

India’s Abhishek Sharma plays a shot during the 2026 ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup Super Eights match between India and Zimbabwe at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on February 26, 2026.

Ashwin hits back at Amir over ‘slogger’ remarkSHAMSEER MOHAMMED

UAE gold climbs again as global tensions keep safe-haven demand firm.

Gold climbs again. UAE buyers face fresh cost pressureNIVETHA DAYANAND

Nutricia Danone recalls selected Bebelac and Aptamil batches. Exposure to the toxin may lead to symptoms appearing between 30 minutes and six hours after consumption.

Saudi Arabia warns over infant formula recallHUDA ATA

Judicial panel cancelled enforcement actions, confirms ownership of dozens of plots.

Falcon City dispute: Dubai court upholds buyers’ rightsAGHADDIR ALI

Heavy traffic slows commute between Sharjah and Dubai

Sharjah-Dubai rush hour sees major slowdownsBALARAM MENON

Planning on remitting Indian rupee, Pakistan rupee or Philippine peso? Here’s how you can take advantage of remittance-beneficial rates and when.

SAVING AND INVESTMENT

Dirham gains vs INR, PKR, PHP. Should expats remit now?NIVETHA DAYANAND

Dimas Ismoyo, former Senior Specialist for Feedstock Optimization at PT Kilang Pertamina Internasional, Gading Ramadhani, former Specialist for Feedstock Optimization at PT Kilang Pertamina Internasional, and Muhammad Kerry Adrianto Riza, former vice director of Product Optimization at PT Kilang Pertamina Internasional and son of the "gasoline godfather" Riza Chalid, attend a sentencing hearing in the Pertamina corruption case, at a courthouse in Jakarta on February 26, 2026.

Indonesia: Son of 'gasoline godfather' jailed over scamAFP

Residents end their fast at a mass iftar organised by DAMAC Alkhair at Al Salam Mosque in Al Barsha in Dubai.

A world united at iftar during RamadanDEVADASAN K P

Masked US Border Patrol agents escort a man after detaining him near a residential area in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on January 11, 2026. Photo for illustrative purposes only.

Refugee, nearly blind, found dead 5 days laterAP

Grill & Thrill: Double cheeseburger for you to dig in

Grill & Thrill: Double cheeseburger for you to dig inA GULF NEWS REPORT

File photo: Residents offering prayers at Al Farooq Omar Bin Al Khattab Mosque, popularly known as Blue Mosque, in Dubai.

Friday sermon on February 27, 2026 in UAEGULF NEWS REPORT

The Philippines has seen a surge in renewable energy investments. The Department of Energy expects an additional $433 billion to be pumped into wind, solar, batteries, geothermal, run-of-the-river/pumped-storage hydroelectric power projects backed by a new policy that makes long-term investments more attractive to investors. Photo shows a wind farm oin Pililia, near Manila.

Philippines: How $433b projects would cut power ratesJAY HILOTIN

Fog likely in north, dust and light showers possible next week.

Fog, dust and possible rain in UAE weather forecastHUDA ATA

11 requirements introduced to strengthen inclusive education in 2026–27.

UAE sets new rules for students of determinationABDULLA RASHEED

UAE captain Esa Oza proud of team after strong performance in Asia Cup Rising Stars

UAE captain Esa Oza proud of team after strong showJAI RAI

British retailer Marks & Spencer Group clarified it is making a fresh pivot in the Philippines and is not retreating from the Asian country, with a new retail partner after relationship ended with long-time local partner, SSI Group Inc.

M&S not leaving Philippines: UK giant finds new partnerJAY HILOTIN

Rare disease day

A call to build a future for people with rare diseasesPELIN INCESU, SPECIAL TO GULF NEWS

Alex Eala of Philippines trains during the Miami Open at Hard Rock Stadium on March 24, 2021 in Miami Gardens, Florida.

Why Alex Eala has lot to lose at Miami Open next monthJAYDIP SENGUPTA

The US Navy aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford departs Souda Bay on the island of Crete on February 26, 2026.

Unclear endgame clouds Trump’s Iran strike calculationSTEPHEN N R

After a 7-year-old boy was hospitalised while fasting, the incident has raised an important question about what age should children start fasting

Ramadan in UAE: When should children start fasting?TRICIA GAJITOS

London Bridge in central London, one of the UK’s most recognisable landmarks, as the country rolls out its new digital eVisa system for travellers.

TRAVEL & TOURISM

UK eVisa changes explained for UAE residentsDHANUSHA GOKULAN

Latest leaks claim the iPhone 17e is launching on February 19, 2026. The updated budget device will add a faster A19 chip, Dynamic Island and MagSafe.

Apple’s big week: New iPhone 17e, budget MacBook & iPadJAY HILOTIN

This combination of pictures created on January 21, 2026, shows Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez waving after a press conference at the Miraflores Presidential Palace in Caracas on January 14, 2026, and US President Donald Trump waving as he boards Air Force One at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, on September 11, 2025.

Venezuela leader asks Trump to lift blockade, sanctionsAFP

3 reasons why Dubai parking rates can rise again in 2026

3 reasons why Dubai parking rates can rise again JUSTIN VARGHESE

Drivers and walkers urged to follow crossing rules to prevent fatal crashes.

Sharjah Police: Dh400 fine for unsafe road crossingAGHADDIR ALI

Investors are worried because slowing spending will impact everyone along the chain.

Nasdaq resumes selloff as Nvidia fallsAFP

Afghan Taliban defence targets were hit in Kabul, Paktia (province) and Kandahar by Pakistani forces.

'Open war': Pakistan confirms Kabul, Kandahar strikesAFP

Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos departs the White House on February 26, 2026 in Washington, DC. Sarandos was at the White House to discuss Netflix's bid for Warner Brothers Discovery.

Netflix walks away from Warner Bros. bidAFP

Argentine senators voted 69-3 in favour of the agreement to create one of the world's biggest free trade zones, sealing its adoption days after it passed the lower house. Photo shows Argentina's President Javier Milei, Uruguay's President Yamandu Orsi and Paraguay's President Santiago Pena posing for the official picture at the end of the signing ceremony of the trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur, at the Gran Teatro Jose Asuncion Flores of Paraguay's Central Bank in Asuncion. File photo taken on January 17, 2026.

Argentina, Uruguay ratify massive EU trade dealAFP

UAE refutes false claims made by parties to conflict in Sudan at UN Human Rights Council

UAE refutes false claims at UN Human Rights CouncilWAM

Abbas Araghchi, Iran's Foreign Minister, told state TV after the talks in Geneva ended: "We made very good progress and entered into the elements of an agreement very seriously, both in the nuclear field and in the sanctions field."

Iran FM says 'good progress' after Geneva talks endedAFP

Mark Lanier (C), attorney for the plaintiffs, arrives at Los Angeles Superior Court ahead of the social media trial tasked to determine whether social media giants deliberately designed their platforms to be addictive to children, in Los Angeles, on February 18, 2026.

US plaintiff decries harmful social media addictionAFP

Dubai proved to strong for the travelling Lyon

Dubai Basketball keep up home form with EuroLeague win ROBERT ILSLEY

UAE President receives Rulers of the Emirates on the occasion of Ramadan

Ramadan: UAE President receives Rulers of the EmiratesWAM

Catherine Pegard

France names new culture minister in mini-reshuffleAFP

The signing ceremony took place at PureHealth’s office in Abu Dhabi

PureHealth signs solar deal to power UAE hospitalsALI AL HAMMADI

Company ends Qatar operations as Talabat dominates regional food delivery.

DoorDash owned Deliveroo exits Qatar, 3 other markets NATHANIEL LACSINA

India's captain Suryakumar Yadav (R) congratulates teammate Axar Patel (2R) after the wicket of Zimbabwe's Tadiwanashe Marumani during the 2026 ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup Super Eights match between India and Zimbabwe at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on February 26, 2026.

India beat Zimbabwe as South Africa enter semi-finalsAFP

A military spokesman said Afghan forces in the eastern provinces of Nangarhar and Kunar had started "heavy attacks on Pakistani outposts"

Afghan military attacks Pakistan after deadly strikesAFP

Dr. Anwar Mohammed Gargash

Gargash calls for restraint in crisesKHITAM AL AMIR

Filmmaker Park Chan-wook

Park Chan-wook set to preside over Cannes Film FestivalANI

Fans watch the 2026 ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup Super Eights match between Sri Lanka and England at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Kandy on February 22, 2026.

Calls for heads to roll after Sri Lanka T20 WC exitAFP

The 6 best Holi 2026 events in the UAE

The 6 best Holi 2026 events in the UAEKARISHMA H. NANDKEOLYAR

Oman's Minister of Foreign Affairs Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, right, inj a meeting with White House special envoy Steve Witkoff, centre, and Jared Kushner, as part of the ongoing Iranian-American negotiations, in Geneva, Switzerland, Thursday February 26, 2026.

US, Iran hold new talks to avert war as tensions mountSTEPHEN N R

Mount Kanlaon, a volcano in central Philippines, erupted late on Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026.

Philippines: Kanlaon volcano makes explosive eruptionJAY HILOTIN

Meta expands parental supervision tools with real-time safety notifications.

Instagram alerts parents to teen's suicide searchesNATHANIEL LACSINA

Rashid Al Manai, CEO of LODD, and Bachi Spiga, VP Network Operations Middle East & North Africa, DHL Express at LODD Autonomous' facility in Abu Dhabi.

DHL explores UAE-made delivery dronesDHANUSHA GOKULAN

Medvedev put on another strong performance in Dubai

Medvedev beats Jenson Brooksby in Dubai ChampionshipsROBERT ILSLEY

Vijay Deverakonda has shared the first photos from his wedding to Rashmika Mandanna

Vijay shares Rashmika's wedding photos: Virosh weddingAREEBA HASHMI

South Africa's captain Aiden Markram (2L) and his teammate Ryan Rickelton (L) shake hands with West Indies' Jason Holder (2R) and Quentin Sampson at end of the 2026 ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup Super Eights match between West Indies and South Africa at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on February 26, 2026.

How South Africa’s win over West Indies helped IndiaJAI RAI

The Supreme Court has banned NCERT’s new Class 8 textbook over mention of ‘corruption in judiciary’.

Top court seeks names behind NCERT judiciary chapter STEPHEN N R

Snake-like robot unveiled for Fukushima debris removal

Japan develops snake robot for Fukushima reactorsDEVADASAN K P

Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda share wedding photos

Virosh wedding photos: Rashmika and Vijay tie the knotAREEBA HASHMI

Aan anti-US billboard installed on a building along a street in Tehran on February 26, 2026.

F-22s, carriers: Iran outgunned but still poses risksSTEPHEN N R

Newcastle United's Dutch defender Sven Botman (C) celebrates with teammates after scoring their third goal during the Uefa Champion's League knockout round play-off, 2nd leg football match between Newcastle United and Qarabag at St James' Park in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, north east England on February 24, 2026.

English giants dominate line-up for CL last-16 drawAFP

The new projects will serve 30 vital areas spanning approximately 430 million square metres.

Dubai's flood defence leap: Dh25b stormwater contractsSAJILA SASEENDRAN

911 call and autopsy expose chilling details in doctor daughter death case.

Mother accused of staging 4-year-old's drowningNATHANIEL LACSINA

Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the floral wreath-laying ceremony at the Hall of Remembrance, in Israel on Thursday. Also seen is Benjamin Netanyahu.

Modi: India, Israel agree 'no place for terrorism' AFP; AP

South Africa's captain Aiden Markram watches the ball after playing a shot during the 2026 ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup Super Eights match between West Indies and South Africa at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on February 26, 2026.

South Africa thrash West Indies in T20 World CupAFP

“After careful consideration, I have decided to step down as President and CEO of the World Economic Forum,” the former Norwegian foreign minister said in a statement.

Davos forum CEO resigns after Epstein links revealedAFP

Employees, students, and inmates invited to take part in annual religious competitions.

Dh500,000 up for grabs in Dubai Police Ramadan contestsAGHADDIR ALI

Vini Junior celebrating after scoring against Benfica

Vini has every right to dance against racismSHAMSEER MOHAMMED

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