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Global Food Week returns to Abu Dhabi with record 92 countries

Abu Dhabi's Global Food Week hits record 92 nationsHAMNA IQBAL, REPORTER

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Passenger receives medical care after Emirates flight emergency alert

Emirates EK31 sends 7700 emergency alert: What happenedLEKSHMY PAVITHRAN

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US bolsters military presence in Middle East amid escalating tensions with Iran

Trump says Iran offer falls short, may resume strikesSURABHI VASUNDHARADEVI

Lee Min-ho attends the premiere of "The Assassin(s)" during the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival at Roy Thomson Hall on September 16, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario.

Lee Min-ho's Busan event cancelled amid Asassins row LAKSHANA N PALAT

The FBI arrested a Department of Energy (DOE) employee Thursday at the Hanford, Wash., nuclear site under suspicion of trying to aid the Iranian-backed Houthi terrorist group in Yemen, according to the Justice Department. File photo.

US DOE employee charged with aiding HouthisIANS

Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Fujairah stations light up as Etihad Rail expands network

Etihad Rail laser shows: Where and when to watch in UAELEKSHMY PAVITHRAN

Jr NTR in Simhadri.

Rajamouli recalls Jr NTR’s most violent Simhadri sceneLAKSHANA N PALAT

This handout photograph taken on September 13, 2026 and released by the Indian Press Information Bureau (PIB) shows India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi (R) shaking hands with Russia's President Vladimir Putin during the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi.

Putin sees big potential for cooperation with IndiaANI

Trump said fuel prices would fall sharply once the war ends with a US victory.

US sends 9,000 more troops, third carrier to Mid-EastSURABHI VASUNDHARADEVI

Rasmus Hojlund and Jorge Jesus

Hojlund does Ronaldo’s Siuuu against PortugalSHAMSEER MOHAMMED

Edufair Dubai runs from October 2-4

Gulf News Edufair Dubai gets under way todayCHIRANTI SENGUPTA

Nicolas Cage said that the MCU 'started out' terrific

Nicholas Cage calls MCU a 'glorified WWE' LAKSHANA N PALAT

Mexican police members. Authorities said the two 18-year-old alleged attackers armed with knives and fireworks killed a female assistant principal and injured three other people in an attack at a school in northern Mexico.

One dead in knife attack at Mexican schoolAFP

India's Virat Kohli and Axar Patel shake hands with Pakistan's players after winning the Champions Trophy match in Dubai on February 23. The two teams will be facing each other on September 14 with another two potential contests during Asia Cup.

India-Pakistan could meet thrice in 2027 ICC World CupABDUL BARI KHAN

UAE investigates flydubai incident involving injured crew members

Saudi Arabia issues clarification on flydubai incidentLEKSHMY PAVITHRAN

Work in progress: A Manila Subway tunnel leading to the Camp Aguinaldo Station. After years of delays, land disputes and pandemic setbacks, the Metro Manila Subway is beginning to resemble the backbone of a new transportation network. But the country's most ambitious rail project still faces a race against time.

Video: Manila Subway project hits breakthroughJAY HILOTIN

India's Ancy Sojan Edappilly competes in the women's long jump final during the 2026 Asian Games at Nagoya City Mizuho Park Athletic Stadium in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture on September 27, 2026.

‘This is my style’: Ancy hits back at trollsSHAMSEER MOHAMMED

Temperatures will remain high, particularly inland, where maximums are forecast to range from 39°C to 44°C.

Light rain possible across parts of UAE on FridayHUDA ATA

Saudi Arabia intercepts Houthi missile, no casualties reported

Ballistic missile targeting Saudi Arabia interceptedLEKSHMY PAVITHRAN

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SAFETY + SECURITY

Applying for a new job? You may need this documentZAINAB HUSAIN

India's Ishan Kishan plays a shot during the third T20 international cricket match between India and Afghanistan at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on September 17, 2026.

Ishan Kishan’s surprise marriage comment SHAMSEER MOHAMMED

Dubai launches anti-scam campaign with Dh230,000 in prizes

Dubai launches anti-scam campaign with Dh230,000 prizesAGHADDIR ALI

Sharjah approves new AI services, specialised court and judicial attire
Sharjah Judicial Department

Sharjah approves new AI rules for courtsAGHADDIR ALI

As life becomes more screen-driven and algorithmically personalised, people are also searching for something technology alone cannot fully provide: spaces that allow for presence, spontaneity and collective experience.

In an age of algorithms, we still need places to belongMARWA AL AQROUBI

A customer fills up his car at a BP fuel station. File photo taken on May 21, 2026 in Skokie, Illinois.

US urges EU allies to release strategic diesel reservesAFP

The first myth to fall is the simplest one: Longevity medicine is a quest to squeeze more candles onto the birthday cake.

What is longevity? Dubai residents weigh inAREEBA HASHMI

NK Ramachandran Menon was reportedly the first Indian settled in Kuwait to receive a UAE Golden Visa, in early 2022.

Indian expat education leader behind nine schools diesSAJILA SASEENDRAN

Anti-government protesters attend a demonstration at the Tehran University campus. File photo taken on. January 14, 2020.

Iran’s use of death penalty 'to instill fear' condemnedGULF NEWS REPORT

Airstrikes reportedly hit military bases and weapons depots in Sana’a late on Thursday (Oct. 1, 2026), including Al-Nahdayn south of the capital. The base lies in the Houthi-controlled presidential area of Al-Sabaeen, a key military and security zone housing strategic weapons stockpiles, according to an X post by Yemen journalist Ali Al Sakani.

Strong explosions heard in Yemen capital: ReportAFP

Austria's forward #11 Michael Gregoritsch celebrates scoring the team's second goal during their UEFA Nations League, League B - Group 3, football match between Republic of Ireland and Austria at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin, Ireland on October 1, 2026.

Ireland-Austria game interrupted twice by Gaza protestsAFP

Weapons maker Raytheon's SM-6 missile, described as "critical anti-air and anti-surface warfare munition." The Pentagon signed a five-year deal with Raytheon, with two additional option years, to accelerate SM-6 production.

US unveils $24.4B deal to speed up missile productionAFP

Oil prices remain highly volatile amid growing US-Iran tensions. Photo shows a bright flame in an offshore oil-and-gas platform known as "gas flaring", a controlled safety process used to burn off excess natural gas.

Brent crude oil surges past $102 amid US-Iran tensionsJAY HILOTIN

FILE - In this photograph released by the U.S. Navy, military planes stand on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt, July 4, 2024, in the South China Sea. (Seaman Ryan Holloway/U.S. Navy, via AP, File)

US sends 9,000 troops and third carrier to Middle EastJAY HILOTIN

This undated photo provided by the Tennessee Department of Correction shows Christa Pike.

Female US inmate 'very alive' after botched executionAFP

Sermon highlights the noble role of educators and urges students and parents to support their work.

UAE sermon highlights the value of teachersGULF NEWS REPORT

Five Sharjah Police facilities honoured for age-friendly design and accessibility.

Five Sharjah Police facilities win age-friendly awardAGHADDIR ALI

India's captain Shubman Gill, left, celebrates his century with Virat Kohli during the first ODI against West Indies in Thiruvananthapuram, India, Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026.

India’s 2027 World Cup begins with two huge clashesAFP

Taibah station in Madinah was targeted by drone, according to Saudi-led coalition.

UAE strongly condemns Houthi attack in MedinaWAM

Lionel Messi

Messi acquires Spanish second-tier club EldenseAFP

Major General Dr Ahmed Zaal bin Krishna Al Muhairi, Deputy Commander-in-Chief for Administrative and Financial Affairs at Dubai Police

Dubai Police ‘Pulse’ room tracks complaints to closureAGHADDIR ALI

Saudi Arabia has enforced Hejazi architectural guidelines in Jeddah, blending tradition with modernity for residential projects and imposing strict penalties.

Hejazi design mandated for Jeddah homesKHITAM AL AMIR

Residents and visitors can sign up for 30 minutes of daily exercise for 30 days.

Registrations open for Dubai Fitness Challenge 2026BALARAM MENON

The attack forced one transformer out of service, but the electricity network was not affected.

Medina power station hit by Houthi drone KHITAM AL AMIR

Chinese humanoid robots dressed in traditional Saudi attire perform the Ardah sword dance during a reception hosted by the Chinese Embassy in Riyadh.

Saudi Ardah gets a futuristic twist from Chinese robotsDEVADASAN K P

India's Vaibhav Sooryavanshi leaves the field after the second Twenty20 (T20) international cricket match between England and India at Old Trafford in Manchester, north-west England on July 4, 2026.

Vaibhav, 15, is youngest name on TIME100 NextSHAMSEER MOHAMMED

The Afghanistan fast bowler stole the headlines at the ILT20 Season 5 auction

Farooqi becomes costliest player in ILT20 historyROBERT ILSLEY

Passenger left the aircraft for further medical care after the A380 landed safely.

Emirates A380 diverts after medical emergencyNATHANIEL LACSINA

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The unspoken rules of UAE café culture AALIYA ALZAROONI

Journalists photograph a controversial luxury compound inside a penitentiary during an inspection by lawmakers to Cibinong Prison in Bogor, West Java, Indonesia, Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026.

Indonesia demolishes luxury prison ‘villas’ALEX ABRAHAM

Etihad Rail’s Al Yalayis Station

Etihad Rail in deal for smart parking at UAE stationsJUSTIN VARGHESE

The Blessing of Pets returns on Sunday, October 4, 3pm, at St. Joseph's Cathedral in Abu Dhabi

Blessing for pets set to take place in Abu DhabiTRICIA GAJITOS

LIVEX closes with deals worth over Dh150 billion and a promise to return

LIVEX closes with deals worth over Dh150 billionRAHF YOUSSEF, REPORTER

Drivers are advised to allow extra time and check live traffic conditions before setting off.

Evening rush: Heavy traffic hits Dubai-Sharjah routes GULF NEWS REPORT

Sharjah’s Sir Bu Nair Dhow Sailing Race returns on October 10 with Dh3 million in prizes, celebrating UAE’s maritime heritage and traditional sailing skills. The race will cover 25 nautical miles from Al Hamriyah to Al Heera in Sharjah, bringing together traditional sailing competition and celebrations of the UAE’s maritime heritage.

Sharjah dhow race offers Dh3 million in prizesKHITAM AL AMIR

Capt Smit Machchhar

Hero flydubai pilot airlifted to UAE, envoy visits himSAJILA SASEENDRAN

US-Iran war: Trump says 'make a deal' or face more attacks — what UAE residents need to know tonight, October 1, 2026

US-Iran war: What UAE residents need to know tonightNATHANIEL LACSINA

Dubai Police forensic experts document crime scenes using advanced tools

How Dubai Police use 270,000 traces to solve crimesAGHADDIR ALI

The UAE Gender Balance Council honoured the winners of the inaugural SDG 5 Pledge Awards at a ceremony held at One&Only One Za’abeel in Dubai

How UAE organisations are advancing gender balanceTRICIA GAJITOS

Ankabut, PowerSchool partner to advance K-12 digital education across UAE

Ankabut & PowerSchool partner to advance K-12 educationGN FOCUS REPORT

UAE enters autumn transition with cooler temperatures and increased chances of rain, marking the end of summer heat.

UAE weather in October: Cooler days, more rainKHITAM AL AMIR

ARTE Tea bar

Things to do in UAE this week: K-Fest, Edufair, comedyAREEBA HASHMI

Desktop robots are becoming more expressive, using responsive movements and programmed reactions to make everyday interactions feel more engaging and personal.

How desktop robots learned the art of personalityGULF NEWS

Dubai's Lamcy Plaza to reopen as The Plaza in 2027AREEBA HASHMI

How CEO decisions turn diversification into investment

How CEO decisions turn diversification into investmentMOHAMED JUMA AL MUSHARRKH

Abu Dhabi's kids' menu rule is food intelligence arriving at the hotel kitchen, say experts

Abu Dhabi kids’ menu rule changes the hotel kitchenHAMNA IQBAL, REPORTER

India government urges citizens to avoid unregistered agents and misleading recruitment pitches. [Illustrative image]

India cautions citizens against Russian army job offersBALARAM MENON

Aviation emergency codes such as squawk 7700 and 7500 alert air traffic controllers to emergencies or security-related situations

flydubai incident: What do Squawk 7700 and 7500 mean?DHANUSHA GOKULAN

The UAE Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE)

BANKING & INSURANCE

UAE outlines action against employers for late salariesJUSTIN VARGHESE

New Abu Dhabi plan aims to build inclusive, family-friendly communities

New Abu Dhabi plan to build inclusive communitiesRAHF YOUSSEF, REPORTER

Dubai Capitals make big moves in the Season 5 ILT20 auction

Gulf Giants break Season 5 ILT20 auction record twiceROBERT ILSLEY

Flexible school timings in Dubai aim to reduce congestion and improve commutes.

KHDA to let Dubai schools change timings to cut trafficSAJILA SASEENDRAN

The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Gate building

BANKING & INSURANCE

DFSA fines Abu Dhabi-based company $109,200 JUSTIN VARGHESE

UAE annual leave: Can you claim unused days when you resign?

UAE: Will you get paid for unused annual leave?ZAINAB HUSAIN

A bold fragrance can deliver a premium impression without the premium price, blending strong character, lasting presence and everyday versatility.

Why Armaf Club de Nuit Intense Man smells premiumGULF NEWS

The Sharjah skyline

Sharjah extends mourning leave to up to 8 daysKHITAM AL AMIR

Victor Ma in Hidden Love.

Hidden Love star Victor Ma wanted to quit actingLAKSHANA N PALAT

Harmanpreet’s double and Abhishek’s late strike keep India’s title defence alive.

India beat Pakistan in thriller to reach hockey finalIANS

Kerala HC has stayed the trial against IAS officer Venkitaraman in journalist Basheer death case.

Kerala HC stays trial against IAS officer VenkitaramanIANS

Airport averages 53 international flights a day, down from 91 before September 23.

Tehran flights down 42% after US airline banAFP

Meeting in New Delhi focuses on technology, human resources and international cooperation.

UAE joins BRICS tax talks on technology and cooperationALI AL HAMMADI

BI Group strengthens UAE platform as it enters next phase of growth in Dubai

BI Group strengthens UAE platform in DubaiGN FOCUS REPORT

Pakistan's Babar Azam celebrates after scoring half century (50 runs) during the first one-day international (ODI) cricket match between Pakistan and Australia at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi on May 30, 2026.

Babar Azam sold for base price in ILT20 season 5 ABDUL BARI KHAN

Economic approval falls to 26%, while 7 in 10 say his handling of living costs is worse than expected.

Trump’s cost-of-living approval falls to 17%: PollAP

Nazaha carried out 1,758 inspection visits during September and investigated 381 suspects, including employees of the ministries of Interior, Justice, Education, and Municipalities and Housing.

158 officials held in anti-corruption crackdown KHITAM AL AMIR

World's tallest gold bar on display at Sharjah watch and jewellery show

World's tallest gold bar on display at Sharjah showSTACY PEREIRA

Florence Pugh explained why the case had prompted such a strong reaction from her, while discussing the wider impact of stories involving sexual violence.

Florence Pugh speaks out on Cornell rape lawsuit LAKSHANA N PALAT

Canadian University Dubai: A downtown hub for graduate and doctoral study

CUD: A downtown hub for graduate and doctoral studyGN FOCUS REPORT

Sheikh Mohammed oversees swearing-in of 15 judicial inspectors in Dubai

Sheikh Mohammed swears in 15 new judicial inspectorsWAM

The Cornell University campus in Ithaca, US.

Cornell rape case: New evidence as probe reopensLAKSHANA N PALAT

Students react as they walk past a graffiti featuring the Brazilian national flag ahead of a FIFA international friendly football match between India and Brazil in Kolkata on October 1, 2026.

India look to punch above their weight against BrazilJAYDIP SENGUPTA

Every player sold at the DP World ILT20 Season 5 auction

Every player sold at the ILT20 Season 5 auctionABDUL BARI KHAN

A plane carrying passengers from the FlyDubai flight bound for Israel from the UAE, which was diverted to Saudi Arabia following an emergency signal, arrives at Ben Gurion International Airport in Lod, near Tel Aviv, Israel.

UAE orders probe into flydubai Tel Aviv flight incidentKHITAM AL AMIR

Sachin Tendulkar, Alia Bhatt, Rami Malek and Simone Ashley.

Alia Bhatt joins Earthshot Prize 2026 stars in MumbaiDEVADASAN K P

Undated photo provided by the Tennessee Department of Correction shows Christa Pike, who survived two lethal injections.

US woman on death row survives two lethal injectionsAP

Red Bull driver Max Verstappen of the Netherlands listens to a question during the drivers' press conference ahead of the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia at the Sepang International Circuit in Sepang, Malaysia.

Verstappen targets elusive first F1 win of 2026 seasonJAYDIP SENGUPTA

Police said the attackers tied up the pair, gagged them with cloth and forced them into a car.

Wife tracks husband to lodge; ‘fake cops’ rape womanSTEPHEN N R

Tell Me Why cars are becoming software on wheels

Tell Me Why cars are becoming software on wheelsGULF NEWS REPORT

Leïla Ben Salem, an employee of the Canada Revenue Agency and mother of a 12-year-old boy, was attacked on September 22 at her home on René-Lévesque Boulevard East in Montreal’s Ville-Marie district.

Tunisian woman killed during Montreal work video callKHITAM AL AMIR

The Royal Oman Police said the search operation remained under way.

Search continues for boy missing off Oman coastKHITAM AL AMIR

Emirates introduces the only year-round direct link between the UAE and Finland

Emirates launches first direct Dubai-Helsinki flightsSTACY PEREIRA

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