Huda Ata

Special to Gulf News

Huda Ata is an independent writer based in the UAE.

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Qatar sets 14-day exit rule after permit cancellation

Previous 30-day grace period reduced to two weeks, official says

Individuals who remain in the country beyond the 14-day period would be subject to a fine of QR10 per day

Veteran Syrian actor Osama Al Sayed Youssef dies at 65

Actor leaves behind a four-decade legacy across Syrian drama and culture

Born in Idlib, Youssef graduated from the Higher Institute of Dramatic Arts in 1982 and went on to become one of the recognised faces of Syrian drama.

Sheikh Talal Al Khaled jailed for three years

Final ruling combines penalties from two public spending cases

The court ordered the sentences in the two cases to be merged, meaning the final enforceable prison term will be three years.

Kaaba receives new covering for New Year

Kiswa incorporates 825 kilograms of natural silk, alongside silver and gold-plated threads

Preparations for the annual replacement began on Monday evening with the removal of the existing covering.

Abu Dhabi Police praise man for heroic rescue

Police praise swift action that helped save a person from drowning

The police force said the rescue reflected a strong sense of social responsibility and initiative.

Abu Dhabi sets new vision for private education sector

ADEK focuses on identity, wellbeing, future skills and education quality

The direction aims to build an education ecosystem that empowers young people to navigate a rapidly transforming world

New dual tunnel project to ease Sharjah–Dubai traffic

New Al Taawun Road tunnel aims to improve traffic flow and cut congestion

The tunnel is part of a wider infrastructure package valued at Dh750 million

Is El Niño set to make UAE hotter, more humid in 2026?

Experts warn of amplified heat, humidity as chances of a ‘super El Niño’ grow

Dubai downtown

Trump, Vance, Iran speaker electronically sign deal

France, UK to lead naval mission as Washington links sanctions relief to compliance

US President Donald Trump waves as he arrives for the G7 summit, in Evian, eastern France, on June 15, 2026.

Gargash: UAE emerges stronger and more confident

Gargash says experience has reinforced the UAE's strength and stability

Gargash says the UAE had consistently supported an immediate and comprehensive cessation of hostilities, respect for state sovereignty and the principles of good neighbourliness.

UAE leaders share Hijri New Year greetings

Leaders extend wishes to the UAE, Arab and Islamic nations and beyond

UAE leaders extended their greetings to Muslims around the world on the occasion of the Hijri New Year, expressing hopes for peace, stability and prosperity in the year ahead.

20m Egyptian students join Arab Reading Challenge

Sheikh Mohammed hails Egypt’s young readers as torchbearers of knowledge

Massive turnout in Arab Reading Challenge reflects Egypt’s culture of reading

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