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Demonstrators, holding a banner that reads in Portuguese "Meta do not interfere," rally against Meta over allegations of interference in Brazil's presidential election, outside Meta's headquarters in Sao Paulo, Monday, Oct. 19, 2026. (AP Photo/Andre Penner)

Brazil court fines Meta $1.3 million over election spatAFP

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National Talent Program to turn young Emiratis into the scientists and engineers of tomorrow

Abu Dhabi launches program to shape Emirati scientistsHAMNA IQBAL, REPORTER

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Virat Kohli and Martin Guptill

Kohli shares special moment with Guptill and his wifeSHAMSEER MOHAMMED

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England captain and Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane.

'True great' Kane set to break England recordAFP

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US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth

Hegseth impeachment over Iran war blocked by US HouseJAY HILOTIN

UAE braces for heavy rain, blowing dust, and rough seas as convective clouds bring intermittent rainfall to scattered areas this week.

Heavy rain, strong winds of up to 55km/h to hit UAEKHITAM AL AMIR

US-Israel-Iran war: GCC approves military command headquarters in Kuwait; Qatar PM joins G7 talks on Iran; ADNOC vessel sustains damage following attack

US House kills Hegseth impeachment in 211–204 voteSURABHI VASUNDHARADEVI

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US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth.

211–204 vote: US House kills Hegseth impeachment effortJAY HILOTIN

Sheikh Mohammed tours Dubai’s Global Village

Sheikh Mohammed tours Dubai’s Global VillageAGHADDIR ALI

The rupee’s recovery deserves recognition for the relief it provides. The more difficult task is to sustain it while limiting the pressure of inflation and borrowing costs on households.

Stronger rupee should make life less expensive in IndiaJUSTIN VARGHESE

Shahid Afridi with his daughter

Afridi takes youngest daughter on special Dubai holidaySHAMSEER MOHAMMED

Salman Khan’s Maatrubhumi trailer out: A war story of courage, sacrifice and peace

Salman Khan’s Maatrubhumi trailer out: Courage and warDEVADASAN K P

WSL holders Man City nail their first UWCL win of the season in matchweek 4 after beating Inter 4-1.

Chelsea frustrated by Hacken, Man City winAFP

An undergound site that houses IRGC's “various ballistic and cruise missiles” and launchers in Iran.

Iran's IRGC unveils 'new' underground ‘missile city’JAY HILOTIN

Athiya Shetty and KL Rahul

Athiya Shetty reveals what KL Rahul is like as a fatherSHAMSEER MOHAMMED

Pakistan's Naval personnel rescue flood-affected people from their damaged houses in Dadu district, Sindh province, on September 7, 2022.

Pakistani farmers seek German firms’ flood damagesAFP

Naifa Balkies Hameed’s family hopes her roadside death will make drivers think twice before driving recklessly

Dubai crash: Student’s family warns of reckless drivingSAJILA SASEENDRAN

Views from an oil platform. The US Energy Information Administration (EIA) expects inventories to rise in 2027 as net imports increase and US crude oil production hits a record 14.3 million barrels per day.

US crude oil production hits a record 14.3 million bopdGULF NEWS REPORT

Dubai Taxi Company is expanding its operational fleet following the acquisition of National Taxi, with the combined fleet reaching 15,388 vehicles at the end of September 2026.

How Dubai Taxi is tackling its fuel costs ahead of peakDHANUSHA GOKULAN

An artist’s impression of Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC), where a 50km automated people mover will connect nine stations.

DWC Metro link adds a new edge for Dubai South homesJUSTIN VARGHESE

EV World 2026: Dubai International Electric Vehicle Exhibition and Conference opens with over 300 participants

EV World 2026 opens in Dubai with 300+ participantsGULF NEWS REPORT

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

Rubio rejects Iran 'reparations' demandJAY HILOTIN

CBC reported that forensic testing confirmed an adult sow and three cubs were involved in the attack that killed Jennifer Balcarras, 48, and her daughter Selah Reed, 20, earlier this month.

4 bears blamed, put down, after fatal mauling in CanadaAFP

A general view of a pumping station at the end of the Druzhba oil pipeline in the east German refinery PCK in Schwedt. File photo.

Oil hits lowest since August as Trump holds off strikesJAY HILOTIN

Traders on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange.

US stocks fall on inflation report, Nvidia slides againAFP

USAF military ground personnel prepare Joint Direct Attack Munitions (JDAM) for a US Air Force (USAF) B-1 Lancer bomber jet on the tarmac at RAF Fairford in south-west England. File photo taken on March 14, 2026.

US charges 3 'Iranian operatives' over UK airbase plot AFP

The Standard Missile-6 (RIM-174 Standard Extended Range Active Missile), is dubbed a "versatile and advanced" US naval missile in service today. Developed by Raytheon, it was designed to provide a single weapon that could counter a wide range of threats: It can engage enemy aircraft, cruise missiles, and ballistic missiles in their terminal phase, and in more recent years it has also been adapted for use against ships and land targets.

US is 'building more weapons than ever', Trump claimsJAY HILOTIN

How to build smart savings habits with ADIB for long-term financial security

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Dubai’s booming business of storing other people’s stuff

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A US judge has ordered a psychiatric examination for Thomas Markle, the estranged father of Prince Harry's wife, Meghan Markle, after his arrest for alleged possession of images of child sexual abuse.

Thomas Markle, father of Meghan, cut off ankle monitorAP

Claude Meetings joins Google Meet calls and prepares documents while teams talk.

Claude AI can now join meetings and handle tasksNATHANIEL LACSINA

Construction begins on four pedestrian bridges in Al Dhafra

Construction begins on four bridges in Al DhafraWAM

New tools allow verified profiles, customer-facing AI agents and business insights.

ChatGPT introduces Google-style business profilesNATHANIEL LACSINA

Abu Dhabi's skyline

Abu Dhabi Police unveils 2026–2030 plan for security ABDULLA RASHEED

Middle East war: IndiGo extends suspension of Saudi Arabia flights

IndiGo extends suspension of Saudi Arabia flights KARISHMA H. NANDKEOLYAR

Binance urges users to update devices and remove apps installed from untrusted sources.

Binance warns iPhone users of crypto wallet riskNATHANIEL LACSINA

Shares of Nvidia plunged again Tuesday as scrutiny on the artificial intelligence giant intensified after its CEO acknowledged an affair with a woman believed to be a Chinese spy.

Jensen Huang's Nvidia falls more than 6%AFP

Deterrence, diplomacy key to sustainable regional security: Anwar Gargash

Diplomacy key to sustainable regional security: GargashWAM

Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak receives World Monuments Fund’s Hadrian Award

Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak receives Hadrian AwardABDULLA RASHEED

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NYC sightseeing helicopter makes emergency landing AP

Women's participation in the labour market had increased by about 109 per cent over the same period, while the number of skilled workers grew by 50 per cent.

Number of Emiratis in UAE workforce up 404% since 2021HUDA ATA

Khaled bin Mohamed, Hamdan bin Mohammed discuss UAE priorities at annual meetings

Khaled, Hamdan review UAE priorities at annual meetingsHUDA ATA

A woman reacts in front of the Habas steel plant following a blast that killed 18, in Izmir on November 9, 2026.

Families' agony after Turkey steel blast kills 18AFP

The directive was issued in response to a caller’s request on the “Al Khat Al Mubasher” Direct Line programme, broadcast on Sharjah Radio and Television.

Sharjah lifts marriage grant salary ceiling to Dh50,000HUDA ATA

The masterplan sets out the next phase of clinical initiatives and applications under the UAE’s National Genome Strategy.

UAE to offer 900,000 personalised genome reports in DecHUDA ATA

Gulf News spoke to two residents about their 11.11 wishlists, spending habits and approach to finding a good deal.

Abu Dhabi shoppers' strategies for Singles Day dealsRAHF YOUSSEF, REPORTER

Pantheon ACR and HOP Events take Bismil Ki Mehfil on a world tour from
Dubai to London

Pantheon, HOP take Bismil Ki Mehfil on a world tour A GULF NEWS REPORT

More women contact UK police after Russell Brand caseAFP

Ramayana enters Oscars race as makers submit Ranbir Kapoor film for 99th Academy Awards

Ramayana enters Oscars race after makers submit filmDEVADASAN K P

Doctors can monitor patients' vital signs remotely through the ambulance system.

AI and VR bring emergency training to life in Abu DhabiGULF NEWS REPORT

Shaikha Khamis Al Azeezi, director of the Business Continuity and Alternative Services Department at the Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Centre

Abu Dhabi deploys AI-Driven drones as first respondersRAHF YOUSSEF, REPORTER

Emirates president Tim Clark postpones retirement plans after regional war

War derails Tim Clark's Emirates retirement plans againHUDA ATA

David Walliams poses for photographers upon arrival at the premiere of the film "The Choral " during the London film festival in London, on Oct. 12, 2025.

David Walliams accused of sexual misconductAP

Nominations open for Dubai-based global nursing award, $250,000 prize to honour healthcare heroes

Nominations open for Dubai-based global nursing awardGULF NEWS REPORT

Sherif Mohallal, President and CEO of LifeBot Inc. at the 46th ICMM World Congress of Military Medicine in Abu Dhabi.

LifeBot unveils medical command network in Abu DhabiRAHF YOUSSEF, REPORTER

An F1 spokesperson said “the safety of everyone will always be the priority”. File photo used for illustrative purposes.

Abu Dhabi Grand Prix still on as F1 drops Imola backupMANJUSHA RADHAKRISHNAN

Indian cricketer Rinku Singh set to marry on December 4

Indian cricketer Rinku Singh set to marry on December 4JAI RAI

A woman shops in the refrigerated section of a supermarket two days after the cyberattack on several French supermarkets in Montreuil, France, Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026.

Iran rejects France's cyberattack accusationsAFP

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, is flanked by US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and US President Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner at the talks between members of the Ukrainian and Russian delegations in Abu Dhabi, on November 10, 2026.

US hails Ukraine talks in UAE as ‘very productive’ STEPHEN N R

One of the vessels operated by Adnoc Logistics & Services. Picture used for illustrational purposes.

ADNOC ship hit in attack within UAE territorial waters JUSTIN VARGHESE

Sheikh Hamdan unveils more than Dh11 billion plan for Dubai's future

Sheikh Hamdan unveils over Dh11 billion plan for Dubai GULF NEWS REPORT

Details of the new headquarters in Kuwait, including troop numbers and a deployment timetable, have not been announced.

Middle East War: 9 key updates for UAE residentsNATHANIEL LACSINA

Salon-inspired styling at home is easier than ever with the right hair straightener for your routine.

Want salon-style hair at home? See these 4 picksGULF NEWS

Five killed, over 50 injured in multiple-bus collision in Sri Lanka (File Image)

Five dead in multiple-bus collision in Sri LankaIANS

Readers share their Diwali photos

Readers share their Diwali photosLATEEFA ALHAMMADI

Dubai Shopping Festival to launch 32nd edition on December 4

Dubai Shopping Festival returns on December 4GULF NEWS REPORT

Dubai on Tuesday announces to extend Dubai Metro to Al Maktoum Airport providing a vital connection for commuters.

Dubai Metro expansion: All you need to knowASHFAQ AHMED

Suspected adverse reactions should be reported even when there is no confirmed link between a medicine and the symptoms experienced.

UAE records 5,122 medicine side-effect reports in 2026HUDA ATA

From stubborn sand to everyday crumbs, discover how cordless vacuums make keeping your car clean easier in the UAE.

Why your car never seems to stay clean for longGULF NEWS

Emirates Skywards and SHARE by Majid Al Futtaim have joined forces, allowing members to convert loyalty points into airline miles and vice versa.

Shop in Carrefour, earn miles for your next flightDHANUSHA GOKULAN

Sales

11:11 sale: What is it? And where is it offered in UAE?AMITHA RAJKUMAR

Virendar Sehwag's son Aryavir Sehwag

Virender Sehwag's son smashes 160SHAMSEER MOHAMMED

UAE sets Dh350,000 limit on disaster aid for damaged homes

Disaster relief in UAE: Who qualifies for Dh350,000?HUDA ATA

Company behind Claude prepares to go public amid concerns over an AI investment bubble.

Claude maker Anthropic eyes $1.3 trillion IPO valuationAP

This photograph shows a view of the Abu Dhabi's skyline

Talks between Russia, Ukraine, US in Abu Dhabi welcomedWAM

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth

Hegseth dismisses impeachment bid over Iran warGULF NEWS REPORT

Novus Loyalty opens Dubai office to strengthen AI-powered enterprise loyalty across the GCC and MENA

Novus Loyalty opens Dubai officeA GULF NEWS REPORT

Dubai court overturns order seeking to return girl to Malaysia in custody dispute.

Dubai father wins appeal in Malaysian custody battleAGHADDIR ALI

Meta AI Glasses (Photo/Meta website)

Meta’s AI glasses to retail at etisalat from Dh1,160STACY PEREIRA

The singer is set to headline the Frequency on 8 stage

Akon Dubai concert 2026: Dates, tickets GULF NEWS

MP: Railways start fencing 530-km track to prevent cattle accidents (Photo: IANS)

Railways start fencing 530km to prevent cattle deathsIANS

Eleven people died and dozens were injured on Tuesday in a mass pileup in thick fog on a motorway in southeastern Bulgaria, whose roads rank as the most dangerous in the EU.

Bulgaria motorway pileup kills 11, dozens injuredAFP

Latest disclosures follow earlier investigations into alleged government data leaks.

Philippines confirms breaches at 10 agenciesNATHANIEL LACSINA

Trump says willing to end war with Iran

Iran urges US to meet Hormuz demands AFP

Iran says two oil tankers on fire in Hormuz

Iran says two oil tankers on fire in HormuzAFP

Capture every angle in stunning 8K and discover a whole new way to relive your favourite moments.

This Insta360 Camera lets you film first, frame laterGULF NEWS

Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) reported its nine-month revenue of $1.45 billion or Dh5.31 billion, up 13 per cent

DAE revenue climbs 13% to $1.45bn after MAF acquisitionSTACY PEREIRA

UAE Award in Higher Education attracts strong interest with 1,300 nominations in its first edition

UAE Award in Higher Education gets 1,300 nominationsABDULLA RASHEED

Jemima Goldsmith

Jemima Goldsmith alleges Russell Brand was violentLAKSHANA N PALAT

Natalie A. Baker has been nominated as the new US Ambassador to Pakistan.

Trump nominates Natalie Baker as US envoy to PakistanASHFAQ AHMED

Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama in Nitesh Tiwari’s upcoming film ‘Ramayana’ (left) and Nitish Bharadwaj as Lord Krishna in the iconic television series ‘Mahabharat’ (right).

Nitish Bharadwaj withdraws praise for Ranbir’s RamayanaDEVADASAN K P

Dream of the Desert, the Middle East's first ultra-luxury desert train project, developed in partnership by Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) and Italy's Arsenale Group. The train will depart from Riyadh and travel north through some of Saudi Arabia's most distinctive landscapes, offering an exclusive rail tourism experience.

Saudi Arabia opens bookings for luxury desert trainKHITAM AL AMIR

Dr Jasem Al Mansoori, Chief Executive Officer of ALIF Holding

ALIF Holding focuses on advanced tech for governmentGN FOCUS

Dubai Marina district skyline on October 19, 2026.

Dubai tenants can now split rent payments in new schemeJUSTIN VARGHESE

Two killed, two injured as car crashes into parked truck in Fujairah

Two killed, two injured in Fujairah car-truck crashAGHADDIR ALI

Aramex quarterly profit surges 817% as revenue hits record Dh1.98 billion

Aramex Q3 profit surges 817% as revenue hits record JUSTIN VARGHESE

Emma Watson, Rupert Grint and Daniel Radcliffe in Warner Bros. Pictures' 'Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part II' (2011)

Daniel Radcliffe might not watch new HP series LAKSHANA N PALAT

Google co-founder Larry Page and Tesla/SpaceX CEO Elon Musk.

Larry Page's space prediction wins Elon Musk's praiseJAY HILOTIN

GCC defence ministers have approved an advanced command centre in Kuwait to strengthen joint military capabilities and address regional security challenges.

GCC approves advanced military command centre in KuwaitKHITAM AL AMIR

Sharjah Executive Council approves housing support for 1,100 families

Sharjah approves housing aid for 1,100 familiesWAM

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