https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/usiran-strikes-escalate-strait-of-hormuz-tensions-uae-returns-to-remote-learning-1.500529236 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/dccx9mx0/HHO4YWTWsAAc9As.jpg Iran launched its first attack on the UAE since an April ceasefire, firing missiles and drones on May 4. Gulf News en 2026-05-05T07:33:48.464+04:00 US–Iran strikes escalate Strait of Hormuz tensions; UAE returns to remote learning Mena, UAE, Donald Trump, Iran, Iran Israel conflict, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/china-fireworks-factory-blast-kills-21-injures-61-in-major-industrial-accident-1.500529266 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/ejq28z39/202605053776334.jpeg 21 killed, 61 injured in China fireworks plant explosion Gulf News en 2026-05-05T07:31:02.551+04:00 China fireworks factory blast kills 21, injures 61 in major industrial accident World, Asia https://gulfnews.com/uae/canada-strongly-condemns-irans-unprovoked-missile-drone-attacks-on-uae-1.500529251 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/u7y08buv/UAE-Flag The UAE stressed that it will not tolerate any threat to its security and sovereignty under any circumstances, and affirmed its full and legitimate right to respond to these attacks. Gulf News en 2026-05-05T07:27:47.705+04:00 Canada strongly condemns Iran’s unprovoked missile, drone attacks on UAE UAE, Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-fines-11-people-for-unlicensed-trade-in-antiquities-1.500529253 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/i4105n12/Heritage.webp The Heritage Commission fined 11 violators for dealing in portable antiquities without obtaining the required regulatory licences. Gulf News en 2026-05-05T07:25:43.318+04:00 Saudi Arabia fines 11 people for unlicensed trade in antiquities Saudi, crime, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-installs-74-escalators-in-mina-to-ease-pilgrim-movement-during-2026-hajj-season-1.500529263 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/nsj77ic5/escalators.webp The initiative is designed to improve infrastructure and service quality at the holy sites, easing congestion and reducing physical strain on pilgrims, particularly the elderly and those with health conditions. Gulf News en 2026-05-05T07:25:05.777+04:00 Saudi Arabia installs 74 escalators in Mina to ease pilgrim movement during 2026 Hajj season Saudi, Hajj, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/ceasefire-or-cover-how-iran-used-truce-to-rebuild-for-war-1.500528998 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-22/0eaojw3k/ANI_20260422034843.jpg An Iranian Kheibarshekan missile at an undisclosed location in Iran. In a major escalation, Iran fired missiles and drones at the UAE on Monday, breaching the ceasefire days after Donald Trump declared hostilities over. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/05/28/iran-drone-1653742375594_1810aba12ad_large.jpg An underground drone base, in an unknown location in Iran. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/t0x661sp/newsml_afp_com_20260423T093644Z_doc_a8px2we.jpeg This screen grab taken from undated video footage released by Iran's Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) and made available via Iran's state broadcaster (IRIB) on April 23, 2026, shows IRGC naval forces allegedly boarding a ship attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz. Gulf News en 2026-05-05T07:08:00.738+04:00 Ceasefire or cover? How Iran used truce to rearm and prepare for war Mena, Americas, Gulf, americas, Gulf, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/auto/news/indias-auto-demand-upcycle-to-continue-for-next-2-3-quarters-growth-to-remain-strong-till-cy26-report-1.500529275 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/v9y5syan/ANI_20260505024151.jpg India's auto sector began the year on strong footing, with broad-based volume growth across passenger vehicles (PVs), commercial vehicles (CVs), two-wheelers (2Ws), tractors, and electric vehicles (EVs). Gulf News en 2026-05-05T07:06:24.441+04:00 India's auto 'demand upcycle' to continue for next 2-3 quarters, growth to remain strong till CY26: Report Auto News, India https://gulfnews.com/technology/consumer-electronics/oppo-find-n6-the-first-foldable-with-a-zero-feel-crease-1.500525874 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/qcip54j3/Find-N6KVGulf-News1110x625.png https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/yp1pstm2/Find-N6KVGulf-News1110x625.png https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/606ojtxb/Find-N6KSP-Zero-Feel-CreaseGulf-News1200x900.png https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/39w5fkwo/Find-N6KSP-Ultra-Slim-DesignGulf-News1200x900.png https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/t7d7jbn9/Find-N6KSP-OPPO-AI-PenGulf-News1200x900.png https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/jej1zqd4/Find-N6KSP-200MP-Hasselblad-Ultra-Clear-CameraGulf-News1200x900.png https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/509lt729/Find-N6KSP-IP56-IP58-IP59-Water-and-Dust-ResistanceGulf-News1200x900.png Gulf News en 2026-05-05T07:00:00.000+04:00 OPPO Find N6: the first foldable with a zero-feel crease Consumer-Electronics, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/technology/bridging-the-cybersecurity-gap-how-ai-turns-operational-strain-into-business-resilience-1.500524676 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/ccuq7kej/KasperskyCover1110x625.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/4awi6nh0/Kaspersky1200x900nologo.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/c55ibbc6/Kaspersky1200x900nologo.png https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/nnzeu464/Kaspersky1200x900nologo.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-05T07:00:00.000+04:00 Bridging the cybersecurity gap: How AI turns operational strain into business resilience Technology, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/uae/usiran-tensions-escalate-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-on-may-5-1.500529261 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-04/cgvh8x6q/uaeflag.JPG Wider conflict drives casualties, travel alerts, and nationwide remote learning measures Gulf News en 2026-05-05T06:44:48.331+04:00 US–Iran tensions escalate: What UAE residents need to know on May 5 UAE, Mena, Donald Trump, iran nuclear programme, travel, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-completes-phase-two-of-arafat-shading-and-cooling-project-at-mount-arafat-for-hajj-2026-1.500529248 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/pe0w1wga/Shading-and-colling-project.webp The cooling and Shading project includes the installation of 18 modern canopies equipped with 36 misting fans. It also includes seven advanced cooling units and 107 misting fan columns. Gulf News en 2026-05-05T06:28:37.085+04:00 Saudi Arabia completes phase two of Arafat shading and cooling project at Mount Arafat for Hajj 2026 Saudi, Hajj https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-forecast-rising-temperatures-higher-humidity-and-dusty-weekend-conditions-expected-1.500529245 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/gbixbujd/Cloud-Teaser16f0f5a01calarge.avif Gulf News en 2026-05-05T06:16:24.744+04:00 UAE weather forecast: Rising temperatures, higher humidity and dusty weekend conditions expected Weather, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/uae-intercepts-12-ballistic-missiles-three-cruise-missiles-and-four-drones-from-iran-schools-universities-go-online-1.500527915 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/c75ojoxp/Hormuz.jpg Children play in the water along the shore as a mix of bulk carriers, cargo ships, and service vessels sit offshore in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas, Iran, Sunday, April 26, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/21yy0oq3/Hormuz-Grimaldi-lines.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/7k22qpez/HHf1VKdbgAAlCv7.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-05T05:56:31.505+04:00 UAE intercepts 12 ballistic missiles, three cruise missiles and four drones from Iran; Schools, universities go online Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/us-issues-uae-travel-advisory-after-iranian-aerial-threat-alerts-1.500529230 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-12/e8epb8nh/Stock-US-airport-Kennedy-International-airport US Level 3 advisory remains for UAE after security alerts Gulf News en 2026-05-05T05:28:56.373+04:00 US issues UAE travel advisory after Iranian aerial threat alerts UAE, Travel, America, travel, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/death-toll-in-brazil-small-plane-crash-rises-to-three-1.500529207 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/2s95k8x5/Screenshot-2026-05-05-at-9.20.41-AM.png The small aircraft smashed into a building in Silveira neighbourhood of Belo Horizonte, in Brazil's south-east. Gulf News en 2026-05-05T05:21:57.648+04:00 Death toll in Brazil small plane crash rises to three Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-secret-service-confirms-shooting-near-white-house-armed-man-shot-1.500529206 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/lcy8ru4u/ANI_20260505001634.jpg The White House Building, in Washington DC Gulf News en 2026-05-05T05:18:37.164+04:00 US Secret Service confirms shooting near White House, armed man shot Americas https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/fashion/doris-fisher-co-founder-of-iconic-gap-chain-dies-at-94-1.500529167 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/l7pyr041/preview.jpg A window display shows current clothing styles at the headquarters of the Gap in San Francisco, Thursday, Nov. 18, 2004. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg,File) https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/3qazk0a8/Doris_Fisher_17b53584001_original_ratio.jpg Doris Fisher. In 1969, with her husband Don, the couple revolutionised the retail industry by opening the first Gap store on Ocean Avenue in San Francisco. They delivered a shopping experience that was fun and the concept caught on. Credited with inventing specialty retail, the Fishers grew their company into a major global brand with more than 3,200 stores. The company’s portfolio today includes Gap, Banana Republic, Old Navy, Piperlime and Athleta. Source: California Museum Gulf News en 2026-05-05T05:06:12.452+04:00 Doris Fisher, co-founder of iconic Gap chain, dies at 94 Gap Doris Fisher https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/dubai-airport-recovery-to-accelerate-in-q3-2026-dwc-expansion-plans-on-track-says-ceo-1.500528705 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/8qz24aj1/D030268RV04019.jpg Dubai’s appeal as a destination — particularly during the winter season — will play a key role in driving demand. Gulf News en 2026-05-05T05:00:00.000+04:00 Dubai Airport recovery to accelerate in Q3 2026; DWC expansion plans on track, says CEO Aviation, Dubai Airport, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/177ezh9-french-president-says-iranian-strikes-uae-1.500529208 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/06/10/20240609-French-President-Emmanuel-Macron-_18ffea332a0_large.jpg French President Emmanuel Macron Gulf News en 2026-05-05T04:57:22.389+04:00 French president says Iranian strikes on UAE ‘unjustified and unacceptable’ Mena, Europe https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/fashion/met-gala-2026-katy-perry-goes-ultra-mysterious-in-head-to-toe-masked-fashion-statement-1.500529199 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/6qmktjbe/ANI_20260505000352.jpg Katy Perry (Photos/Reuters) https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/3fvax2yv/ANI_20260504234851.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-05T04:52:48.604+04:00 Met Gala 2026: Katy Perry goes ultra-mysterious in head-to-toe masked fashion statement Fashion https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/fashion/met-gala-2026-hailey-bieber-channels-energy-in-gold-armour-style-saint-laurent-look-1.500529205 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/6yi8cx6w/ANI_20260505002127.jpg Hailey Bieber (Photos/Reuters) https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/sfln18gs/ANI_20260505000936.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-05T04:49:59.181+04:00 Met Gala 2026: Hailey Bieber channels energy in gold armour-style Saint Laurent look Fashion https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/fashion/karan-johar-makes-met-gala-debut-in-manish-malhotra-ensemble-inspired-by-raja-ravi-varmas-timeless-art-1.500529190 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/d18cgp47/ANI_20260504234725.jpg Filmmaker Karan Johar (Image source: Karan https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/qc3pdoyi/ANI_20260504232442.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/v6m796ey/ANI_20260504232447.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-05T04:47:30.775+04:00 Karan Johar makes Met Gala debut in Manish Malhotra ensemble inspired by Raja Ravi Varma's timeless art Fashion https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/supreme-court-restores-access-to-abortion-pill-mifepristone-through-telehealth-mail-and-pharmacies-1.500528784 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/4keptpd0/preview.jpg FILE - Mifepristone tablets sit on a table at a Planned Parenthood clinic in Ames, Iowa, July 18, 2024. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall, File) Gulf News en 2026-05-05T04:05:43.812+04:00 Supreme Court restores access to abortion pill mifepristone through telehealth, mail and pharmacies abortion pills mifepristone Supreme Court Louisiana https://gulfnews.com/business/emaars-mohamed-alabbar-reveals-why-he-likes-to-hire-indians-1.500528689 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/vmssvmhw/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-14.44.51.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/rw4z24wo/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-14.42.56.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-05T04:01:00.000+04:00 Emaar's Mohamed Alabbar reveals why he likes to hire Indians Business, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/opinion/philippines-time-to-end-tongpats-balato-protect-whistleblowers-and-a-radical-change-in-public-works-1.500527659 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-23/bpw36u7i/Jinggoy-Villanueva-Discayas-Alcantara-Hernandez-Cayetano-and-Romualdez-3.jpg Flood-control scam: Freeze orders had been made for the assets of key officials linked to controversial flood-control projects (clockwise, from top left): Senator Joel Villanueva and Senator Jinggoy Estrada, former Rep. Mitch Cajayon-Uy, Rep. Zaldy Co, retired DPWH undersecretary Roberto Bernardo and sacked DPWH district engineer Henry Alcantara, it was announced on Tuesday (September 23, 2025). Bernardo has turned into a state witness. Gulf News en 2026-05-05T03:57:16.193+04:00 Philippines: Time to end 'tongpats', 'balato', protect whistleblowers — and a radical change in public works Opinion, Philippines https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-ceasefire-on-brink-as-uae-reports-attacks-1.500528153 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/afae0qxy/newsml_afp_com_20260504T164604Z_doc_a9rn2pu.jpeg In this picture obtained from Iran's ISNA news agency on May 2, 2026, the Gambia-flagged tanker vessel Bili is pictured anchored in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas in southern Iran. Gulf News en 2026-05-05T03:40:51.387+04:00 US-Iran ceasefire on brink as UAE reports attacks Mena https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/fashion/stars-shine-at-met-gala-fashions-biggest-night-1.500528906 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/t0wc7h4h/Met-Gala.jpg (From left) K-pop star Karina (Yu Ji-min), Lisa from Blackpink at American signer r Janelle Monáe attending the Met Gala on May 4, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/89ahydeo/Met-Gala.jpg (From left) K-pop star Karina (Yu Ji-min), Lisa from Blackpink at American signer r Janelle Monáe attending the Met Gala on May 4, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/7isn88a5/newsml_afp_com_20260504T000000Z_PH_GTY_2274536764.jpeg Eileen Gu attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 04, 2026 in New York City. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/r61gh73s/preview.jpg Naomi Osaka departs The Mark Hotel prior to attending The Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute benefit gala celebrating the opening of the "Costume Art" exhibition on Monday, May 4, 2026, in New York. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/nous8zxn/newsml_afp_com_20260504T000000Z_PH_GTY_2274537013.jpeg Lily-Rose Depp attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 04, 2026 in New York City. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/4l4tpf9i/newsml_afp_com_20260504T000000Z_PH_GTY_2274536757.jpeg Emily Blunt attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 04, 2026 in New York City. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/vwzb5erc/newsml_afp_com_20260504T000000Z_PH_GTY_2274536634.jpeg Georgina Rodríguez attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 04, 2026 in New York City. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/bf13csy0/newsml_afp_com_20260504T000000Z_PH_GTY_2274536805.jpeg Paloma Elsesser attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 04, 2026 in New York City. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/awa0fgia/newsml_afp_com_20260504T232017Z_doc_a9tr4dt.jpeg US actress Maya Hawke arrives for the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, in New York, on May 4, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/y2bnz2ih/newsml_afp_com_20260504T000000Z_PH_GTY_2274536728.jpeg Allison Sarofim attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 04, 2026 in New York City. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/4ujpm1rg/newsml_afp_com_20260504T000000Z_PH_GTY_2274536614.jpeg Casey Wasserman and Jenny Chandler attend the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 04, 2026 in New York City. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/o83ezg5c/newsml_afp_com_20260504T000000Z_PH_GTY_2274536746.jpeg <> attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 04, 2026 in New York City. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/fu3mf7k6/newsml_afp_com_20260504T232017Z_doc_a9tr4dr.jpeg US actress Maya Hawke arrives for the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, in New York, on May 4, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/rh61fiv5/newsml_afp_com_20260504T000000Z_PH_GTY_2274536720.jpeg Casey Wasserman and Jenny Chandler attend the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 04, 2026 in New York City. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/tjnntcbu/newsml_afp_com_20260504T000000Z_PH_GTY_2274536648.jpeg Carey Mulligan attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 04, 2026 in New York City. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/hykhmb3y/newsml_afp_com_20260504T000000Z_PH_GTY_2274536716.jpeg Eileen Gu attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 04, 2026 in New York City. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/ggeov6zr/newsml_afp_com_20260504T231926Z_doc_a9tr4dl.jpeg US actor Patrick Schwarzenegger arrives for the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, in New York, on May 4, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/lp0f27jx/newsml_afp_com_20260504T000000Z_PH_GTY_2274536626.jpeg Cher leaves The Carlyle Hotel before the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/w7mo80e4/newsml_afp_com_20260504T000000Z_PH_GTY_2274536665.jpeg Paloma Elsesser attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 04, 2026 in New York City. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/ifchxtbe/newsml_afp_com_20260504T231847Z_doc_a9tr4df.jpeg US singer-Songwriter Janelle Monae arrives for the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, in New York, on May 4, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/j6y6nzhj/newsml_afp_com_20260504T000000Z_PH_GTY_2274536545.jpeg Karan Johar attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 04, 2026 in New York City. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/cscolij1/newsml_afp_com_20260504T000000Z_PH_GTY_2274536656.jpeg Cai Xukun attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 04, 2026 in New York City. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/oxnxyebl/newsml_afp_com_20260504T000000Z_PH_GTY_2274536654.jpeg Dwayne Johnson attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 04, 2026 in New York City. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/rdr5m8ef/newsml_afp_com_20260504T231844Z_doc_a9tr4dc.jpeg US actor Patrick Schwarzenegger arrives for the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, in New York, on May 4, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/0mrf18vs/newsml_afp_com_20260504T231844Z_doc_a9tr4de.jpeg US actor Patrick Schwarzenegger arrives for the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, in New York, on May 4, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/kccsqggv/newsml_afp_com_20260504T231844Z_doc_a9tr4dd.jpeg US actor Patrick Schwarzenegger arrives for the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, in New York, on May 4, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/ogms0t71/newsml_afp_com_20260504T000000Z_PH_GTY_2274546785.jpeg Chase Infiniti attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 04, 2026 in New York City. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/e8jpvhop/preview.jpg Katy Perry arrives at The Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute benefit gala celebrating the opening of the "Costume Art" exhibition on Monday, May 4, 2026, in New York. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/n3x0guk7/newsml_afp_com_20260504T000000Z_PH_GTY_2274546556.jpeg Alex Consani attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 04, 2026 in New York City. Gulf News en 2026-05-05T03:31:21.912+04:00 Stars shine at Met Gala, fashion's biggest night Fashion, Americas https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/oil-prices-skyrocket-as-hormuz-blockade-leaves-global-markets-braced-for-shock-1.500529174 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-05/zslhuhzn/202507053444407.jpg Crude oil prices have spiked amid supply concerns, geopolitical tensions. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/4nh7mmj2/Screenshot-2026-05-05-at-6.51.27-AM.png Oil prices as of 7.35am Tokyo on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-05T02:57:26.246+04:00 Oil prices skyrocket as Hormuz 'dual blockade' leaves global markets braced for shock Energy https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/indias-modi-celebrates-record-win-in-opposition-held-west-bengal-1.500528148 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/645iz10m/202604293768912.jpg Make democracy more vibrant: PM Modi urges record turnout as phase-2 voting begins in West Bengal. Gulf News en 2026-05-05T02:37:40.712+04:00 India's Modi celebrates 'record' win in opposition-held West Bengal India https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/india-canada-kick-off-second-round-of-free-trade-talks-1.500529073 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/gkyrbg0b/202605053776304.jpg India, Canada kick off second round of free trade talks Gulf News en 2026-05-05T02:33:03.423+04:00 India, Canada kick off second round of free trade talks Americas, ians https://gulfnews.com/technology/openai-co-founder-under-fire-in-musk-trial-over-30-billion-stake-1.500528031 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/0xy011k2/newsml_afp_com_20260429T225038Z_doc_a9e64pg.jpeg OpenAI president Greg Brockman leaves the Ronald V. Dellums US Courthouse where the Elon Musk v OpenAI trial proceeded for its third day in Oakland, California, on April 29, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-05T01:06:34.156+04:00 OpenAI co-founder under fire in Musk trial over $30 billion stake Technology, Americas https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/fashion/met-gala-then-and-now-why-meryl-streep-zendaya-bella-hadid-and-nyc-mayor-zohran-mamdani-are-skipping-fashions-biggest-night-or-billionaire-bash-1.500529111 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/4nso3vnv/TAB_190924_Meryl_Streep_1569307618543_16d6205ecf0_original_ratio.jpg Widely regarded as the best actress of her generation, 'Devil Wears Prada' star Meryl Streep has been quoted as saying: "The great gift of human beings is that we have the power of empathy, we can all sense a mysterious connection to each other.” She is reportedly skipping the Met Gala, dubbed as fashion's biggest night. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/c80ndhan/preview.jpg Katy Perry arrives at The Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute benefit gala celebrating the opening of the "Costume Art" exhibition on Monday, May 4, 2026, in New York. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-07/yz17gaha/SHAKIRA Colombian singer Shakira arrives for the 2025 Met Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 5, 2025, in New York. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-05/mqcndu83/Blackpink_s_Jennie_Kim_made_her_debut_at_the_Met_Gala_2023___187db853183_original_ratio.jpg Korean musician Blackpink's Jennie Kim chose a vintage Chanel 1990 white and black bowed dress for her Met Gala debut in 2023. Will she make an entry in 2025 showcase too is the big question. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/21g52scq/newsml_afp_com_20260504T000000Z_PH_GTY_2274514184.jpeg Ashley Graham attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 04, 2026 in New York City. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/09/12/MET-GALA-EXPLAINER-2-1631438584051_17bd9513901_large.jpg FILE — Katy Perry makes light on the Met Gala red carpet, in New York, May 6, 2019. The Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute benefit, which raises money for the institute, has been called “the party of the year,” and “the Oscars of the East Coast,” for its high quotient of celebrities and high fashion on its red carpet. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-02/rjehhjz0/Met-Gala-RIHANNA.jpg Kim Kardashian at the 2023 Met Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 1, 2023, in New York. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-02/v7bezrhy/MET-GALA-ALIA.jpg Alia Bhatt at the 2023 Met Gala on 1 May, 2023 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-02/dwgnb1ln/MET-GALA-Priyanka-Chopra-and-American-singer-husband-Nick-Jonas.jpg Priyanka Chopra and American singer husband Nick Jonas, Met Gala 2023 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/11/08/met-gala-1699463649263_18bafed57fa_large.jpg Lady Gaga attending the Metropolitan Museum of Art's benefit gala in 2019. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/09/18/Australian-actor-Hugh-Jackman-and-his-wife-Deborra-Lee-Furness-arrive-for-the-2023-Met-Gala-at-the-Metropolitan-Museum-of-Art-on-May-1--2023--in-New-York._18aa739ac73_large.jpg Australian actor Hugh Jackman and his wife Deborra-Lee Furness arrive for the 2023 Met Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 1, 2023, in New York. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/05/03/MET-GALA-2023-carpet_187e1df1024_large.jpg The red carpet at The Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute benefit gala celebrating the opening of the "Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty" exhibition on Monday, May 1 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/05/02/South-Korean-stars-Jennie-and-Song-Hye-kyo-share-viral-selfie-from-the-Met-Gala-2023_187dcc14eb7_large.jpg South Korean stars Jennie and Song Hye-kyo share viral selfie from the Met Gala 2023 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/05/05/KURATOR-MET-GALA_187eb7f7580_large.jpg Met Gala 2023 after-party looks https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/05/03/Kim-Kardashian-at-the-Met-Gala_1808874a700_large.jpg Kim Kardashian at the Met Gala https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/04/29/Met-Gala-image1-1682758858150_187cc3e75b5_large.jpg File photo of German designer Karl Lagerfeld joins models, from left, American Cindy Crawford, Canadian Linda Evangelista and Claudia Schiffer of Germany after the presentation of his 1996 spring-summer ready-to-wear fashion collection for Chanel in Paris on October 19, 1995. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/er7gblaf/MET_GALA_EXPLAINER_1_1631438581296_17bd9512e3b_original_ratio.jpg Lady Gaga at the Met Gala in 2019 Gulf News en 2026-05-05T00:51:28.270+04:00 Met Gala, then and now: Why Meryl Streep, Zendaya, Bella Hadid, and NYC Mayor Mamdani are skipping fashion’s biggest night (or billionaire bash)? Fashion https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/why-reopening-strait-of-hormuz-will-not-immediately-end-strain-on-trade-1.500528933 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/aj460qs2/newsml_afp_com_20260504T164604Z_doc_a9rn2pv.jpeg Vessels are pictured anchored in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas in southern Iran. Gulf News en 2026-05-05T00:01:00.000+04:00 Why reopening Strait of Hormuz will not immediately end strain on trade Energy, Markets, World, Gulf, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/dubai-transitions-school-education-to-remote-learning-from-may-58-khda-1.500529065 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/bijt2gyc/Online-school Schools have been instructed to activate their remote learning plans and ensure continuity of teaching and administrative operations during the period. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T23:42:56.996+04:00 Dubai transitions school education to remote learning from May 5–8: KHDA Education https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-air-defences-intercept-12-missiles-and-4-drones-1.500529060 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/8wvot7ld/UAEflag UAE flag https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/qrfl40lu/HHf1VKdbgAAlCv7.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-04T23:17:42.995+04:00 UAE air defences intercept 12 missiles and 4 drones UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/gargash-slams-iran-calls-attacks-moral-bankruptcy-1.500529027 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/ack8a26j/Gargash Gargash said the UAE’s firm and principled position would not be shaken by the escalation and would not allow it to shape the future of relations in the region. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T22:37:52.601+04:00 Gargash slams Iran, calls attacks 'moral bankruptcy' UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-universities-move-to-remote-learning-after-missile-interceptions-2-1.500529003 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/8cg702r8/Distance-learning.jpg The measure applies nationwide, with exceptions for priority academic programmes that require clinical training Gulf News en 2026-05-04T22:12:17.169+04:00 UAE universities move to remote learning after missile interceptions Education https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-schools-shift-to-online-classes-after-missile-alerts-across-region-1.500528966 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-04/eujgvdbj/online-learning.jpg Earlier in the day, several schools had sent letters to families confirming that classes would continue as usual, while precautionary safety measures were activated on campuses. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T22:05:48.692+04:00 UAE schools shift to online classes after missile alerts across region UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/usiran-conflict-indian-embassy-in-uae-confirms-three-injured-in-fujairah-attacks-1.500528930 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-06/wvfjh1p7/UAEflag Indian mission in UAE coordinating medical care after Fujairah strike Gulf News en 2026-05-04T21:02:52.928+04:00 US–Iran conflict: Indian Embassy in UAE confirms three injured in Fujairah attacks UAE, India, india, Fujairah, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/heard-an-emergency-alert-while-shopping-driving-or-out-in-public-act-immediately-1.500488338 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-17/qejtwpyv/UAE-EMERGENCY-ALERT-STOCK New awareness guide outlines clear steps for safety, stability, and responsible public behaviour Gulf News en 2026-05-04T20:35:12.920+04:00 Heard an emergency alert while shopping, driving, or out in public? How to respond immediately UAE, UAE, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/two-injured-after-residential-building-targeted-in-oman-ona-1.500528899 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/m8e7909o/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-8.29.48-PM.jpeg Incident near Strait of Hormuz under investigation Gulf News en 2026-05-04T20:33:53.338+04:00 Two injured after residential building targeted in Oman: ONA Oman, iran nuclear programme, Oman, Iran Israel conflict https://gulfnews.com/uae/three-injured-in-drone-attack-at-fujairah-oil-zone-1.500528878 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/05/13/Fujairah-Port_16aaf90f1b1_large.jpg File picture for illustrative purpose only. An oil tanker off the coast of Fujairah, UAE. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T20:14:26.777+04:00 Three injured in drone attack at Fujairah oil zone UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/dubai-gold-price-drops-dh10-per-gram-but-still-expected-to-rise-in-may-june-1.500528733 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/kn4hbruf/GO_DU_3_1615444362996_1781ffcc6f6_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-04T20:04:19.592+04:00 Dubai gold price drops Dh10 per gram, but still expected to rise in May, June Retail, Markets, UAE Gold, Dubai gold, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/etihad-rail-to-launch-phased-passenger-services-in-2026-1.500528796 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/kfh595yn/etihad_tea_1643104101399_17e90a2e434_original_ratio.jpg Passenger service will be introduced in gradual, carefully planned phases, with the first phase set to begin in 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T19:46:17.218+04:00 Etihad Rail to launch phased passenger services in 2026 Transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/fujairah-confirms-foiz-fire-after-drone-strike-response-ongoing-1.500528829 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/c7fymgyq/Fujairah Civil defence teams in Fujairah responded immediately and are continuing efforts to contain the incident. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T19:37:07.568+04:00 Fujairah confirms FOIZ fire after drone strike, response ongoing UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/over-558000-new-drivers-join-uae-roads-in-2025-1.500528748 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/sh2j9ho7/gulfnews2025-06-02vyn3q0h1IMG8364.avif 196 accidents were attributed to motorists running red lights, with a further 100 incidents involving failure to comply with directional arrows at signals. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T19:01:06.266+04:00 Over 558,000 new drivers join UAE roads in 2025 Transport https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/one-bad-refund-during-crises-can-undo-years-of-loyalty-warns-major-uae-retailer-1.500528779 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/12/12/STOCK-Mall-shopping-DSF_193b9908fb0_large.jpeg Trust is strengthened when personalisation is responsible and useful, payments are frictionless and secure, and recovery processes such as refunds or dispute handling are transparent and dependable. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T18:56:31.704+04:00 One bad refund during crises can undo years of loyalty, warns major UAE retailer Retail, Retail https://gulfnews.com/business/abu-dhabi-quality-and-conformity-council-showcases-quality-hub-at-make-it-in-the-emirates-2026-1.500528765 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/gyrq2519/07i03g7v1ka1fj0pn.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-04T18:54:35.986+04:00 Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council showcases Quality Hub at Make it in the Emirates 2026 Business https://gulfnews.com/business/property/dubai-property-market-steady-no-sign-of-distress-sales-1.500528744 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/9w8fo0ve/dubai.jpg As Dubai’s property market enters a more balanced phase, opportunities remain but they are increasingly driven by informed choices rather than widespread discounts. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T18:36:45.181+04:00 Dubai property market steady, no sign of distress sales Property, Dubai property https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/dubai-to-host-world-police-summit-2026-this-november-1.500528615 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/h9z1hcnn/World-Police-Summit-2026-to-be-held-in-Dubai-this-November.jpg.jpg The fifth edition of the World Police Summit will take place in Dubai from 16 to 18 November 2026 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/esyn3jfm/World-Police-Summit-2026-to-be-held-in-Dubai-this-November.jpg.jpg The fifth edition of the World Police Summit will take place in Dubai from 16 to 18 November 2026 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/632vvhxc/Lieutenant_General_Abdulla_Khalifa_Al_Marri_Commander_in_Chief_of_Dubai_Police. Lieutenant General Abdulla Khalifa Al Marri, Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/ric6g12d/Helal-Saeed-Almarri-Director-General-of-Dubai-World-Trade-Centre-Authority-and-Dubai’s-Department-of-Economy-and-Tourism Helal Saeed Almarri, Director General of Dubai World Trade Centre Authority and Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism Gulf News en 2026-05-04T18:20:24.850+04:00 Dubai to host World Police Summit 2026 this November Crime, crime, dubai traffic fines, Dubai Police, cybercrime https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/from-bengal-to-tamil-nadu-an-india-poll-verdict-full-of-shocks-1.500528662 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/xtkyf4i3/newsml_afp_com_20260504T110815Z_doc_a9qb6yy.jpeg Supporters and members of Indian actor C. Joseph Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) party celebrate after TVK leads in the vote counting for the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly elections in Chennai on May 4, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/qbgmyk52/newsml_afp_com_20260504T112117Z_doc_a9qg8ej.jpeg Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) supporters celebrate after taking a lead during vote counting for the West Bengal Legislative Assembly elections, near the party head office in Kolkata on May 4, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/ephht6d7/20260504205f.jpg Family members of TVK chief and actor Vijay celebrate at their residence as the party takes the lead during the counting of votes for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, on Monday, May 04, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T17:56:11.803+04:00 From Bengal to Tamil Nadu: An India poll verdict full of shocks India, kerala, india, West Bengal https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/dubai-rolls-out-two-year-agentic-ai-transformation-programme-for-businesses-1.500528652 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/qmvv1syc/Hamdan-bin-Mohammed Hamdan bin Mohammed says Dubai to become the world’s leading city in adopting these technologies economically and commercially. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T17:45:55.825+04:00 Dubai rolls out two-year Agentic AI transformation programme for businesses Government https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/irans-actions-in-hormuz-threaten-regional-stability-and-global-shipping-gargash-says-citing-drone-attack-on-adnoc-tanker-1.500528555 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-16/8as97lm8/gulfnews2025-09-285ib6n3hwgulfnewsimport20190909190909-Anwar-Gargash16d16cd3086large.avif Dr Anwar Mohammed Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President Gulf News en 2026-05-04T17:38:08.306+04:00 Iran’s actions in Hormuz threaten regional stability and global shipping: Gargash says, citing drone attack on ADNOC tanker Government, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/captains-show-how-babar-azams-key-decisions-in-the-final-sealed-zalmis-psl-title-1.500528075 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/txy0le1e/Babar-Azam Babar Azam’s masterclass in leadership guides Zalmi to glory. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/txy0le1e/Babar-Azam Babar Azam’s masterclass in leadership guides Zalmi to glory. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T17:33:56.581+04:00 Captain's show: How Babar Azam’s key decisions in the final sealed Zalmi’s PSL title? Cricket, psl https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-tops-as-95-pick-it-as-preferred-home-1.500528635 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-06/4y6bm9p3/Dubaiskyline2026 The CDA survey paints a comprehensive picture of life in Dubai, with 96.4 per cent of UAE residents expressing pride in living in the emirate https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/9b37koev/CDA.png Gulf News en 2026-05-04T17:18:41.212+04:00 Dubai tops as 95% pick it as preferred home UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/safe-uae-sends-out-safety-alert-1.500528610 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-24/ukqb3k68/Dubaiskyline2026 Dubai skyline Gulf News en 2026-05-04T17:04:01.111+04:00 UAE sends out alert: Look for a safe place UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/virat-kohli-call-me-says-ishowspeed-in-hilarious-cricket-clip-1.500528588 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/v9garkmy/IShowSpeed-Kohli.jpg IShowSpeed has requested a call of Virat Kohli https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-22/8p6yh45d/newsml_afp_com_20260321T000000Z_PH_GTY_2267754159.jpeg IShowSpeed is passionate about sports and often rubs shoulders with the biggest sports stars in the world Gulf News en 2026-05-04T17:00:19.374+04:00 Virat Kohli “call me” says IShowSpeed in hilarious cricket clip Sport, Cricket, cricket, Virat Kohli, india, viral https://gulfnews.com/uae/emergencies/dubais-rta-launches-gcc-traffic-week-2026-campaign-to-boost-pedestrian-safety-1.500528568 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/6lagy4rw/8.jpg The 2026 campaign is particularly focused on high-visibility outreach. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/5xgelscz/9.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-04T16:48:31.728+04:00 Dubai's RTA launches GCC Traffic Week 2026 campaign to boost pedestrian safety emergencies, Transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/buy-4-tickets-pay-for-one-global-village-drops-new-family-special-offer-1.500528571 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/e1q4cbxy/Global-Village Gulf News en 2026-05-04T16:47:14.383+04:00 Buy 4 tickets, pay for one: Global Village drops new Family Special offer UAE, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/make-it-in-the-emirates-2026-lifepharma-announces-dh700-million-kezad-manufacturing-platform-1.500528542 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/mzjmr96x/IMG5020.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-04T16:26:02.867+04:00 Make it in the Emirates 2026: LIFEPharma announces Dh700 million KEZAD manufacturing platform Health, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/technology/techie-tonic-cybersecurity-in-a-box-what-are-the-promises-and-perils-of-automated-purple-teaming-1.500528514 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/3diq6vra/COmputer Tools for attack simulation, detection, response and training often exist in isolation, with limited integration. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/gyknznfp/Neil-Haskins.jpg Neil Haskins https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/8gzks9y1/Owen-Connolly.jpg Owen Connolly. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T16:23:18.643+04:00 Techie Tonic: Cybersecurity in a box? What are the promises and perils of automated purple teaming Technology https://gulfnews.com/sport/uae-sport/youth-fitness-brand-expands-obstacle-training-to-abu-dhabi-1.500528532 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/gt6bwjfp/pinpoint.jpeg Dubai-based youth fitness brand expands with two more branches Gulf News en 2026-05-04T16:17:18.675+04:00 Youth fitness brand expands obstacle training to Abu Dhabi UAE-Sport, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/rafid-launches-digital-vehicle-services-platform-in-sharjah-1.500528458 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/36jzdidl/غرفة-العمليات.jpeg Rafid’s platform enables fast, hassle-free vehicle services in Sharjah https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/sobjlc9h/غرفة-العمليات.jpeg Rafid’s platform enables fast, hassle-free vehicle services in Sharjah https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/lrdq94x6/m7uzszd3.JPEG Ahmed Al Musharrekh, Managing Director of Rafid Automotive Solutions Gulf News en 2026-05-04T16:17:03.251+04:00 Rafid launches digital vehicle services platform in Sharjah Transport, Sharjah, transport, Sharjah Police https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/traffic-alert-disruption-reported-on-sheikh-zayed-road-in-dubai-1.500528505 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/z9nh6472/gulfnews2025-08-26jrlrdtl424.avif Gulf News en 2026-05-04T16:08:03.756+04:00 Traffic alert: Disruption reported on Sheikh Zayed Road in Dubai Transport, UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/raks-innovation-city-launches-worlds-first-blockchain-based-digital-business-identity-1.500528481 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/y96q1per/INCLicenseOnChainPreviewImageGulfNews.jpg.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-04T16:07:12.125+04:00 RAK’s Innovation City launches world’s first blockchain-based digital business identity Business, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/uae/iranian-drones-attack-adnoc-tanker-in-strait-of-hormuz-1.500528456 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/i4anzbtz/7.jpg The Ministry said targeting commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz represents acts of piracy by Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T16:01:49.532+04:00 Iranian drones attack ADNOC tanker in Strait of Hormuz UAE, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/flydubai-scales-up-flights-as-uae-resumes-full-air-traffic-operations-1.500528492 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-28/zollsiom/flydubai "We remain confident in the outlook for Dubai's aviation sector and its ability to adapt," says flydubai CEO Ghaith Al Ghaith. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-19/b5x208wj/STAFFBUS_251119_Dubai_Airshow_Ghaith_Al_Ghaith_VSAKLANI_41763556352306.jpg Ghaith Al Ghaith, CEO of flydubai, during a media roundtable at Dubai Airshow 2025. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T15:55:06.087+04:00 flydubai scales up flights as UAE resumes full air traffic operations Aviation, FlyDubai https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-sets-august-31-start-for-20262027-academic-year-1.500528465 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/11/30/School-national-day_184c80fd8da_large.jpg New academic year 2026-2027 will begin on August 31 across the country. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T15:41:04.672+04:00 UAE sets August 31 start for 2026–2027 academic year Education, UAE, Back-to-school https://gulfnews.com/world/princess-eugenie-expecting-third-child-with-husband-jack-brooksbank-buckingham-palace-confirms-1.500528469 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/02/10/TAB-Royal-baby-1612941378395_1778acc435c_large.jpg Britain's Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank got married in 2018. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T15:36:19.707+04:00 Princess Eugenie expecting third child with husband Jack Brooksbank, Buckingham Palace confirms World https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/from-mgr-to-vijay-how-south-indian-cinema-icons-turn-stardom-into-political-power-1.500528446 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/syihmxa8/202605043775326.jpg Vijay https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-17/rapwo8g5/202601173641294.jpg MGR https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/148kipk0/M_16a0854c02b__Karunanidhi_resources1_16a0854c02b_original_ratio.jpg M. Karunanidhi (94): August 7. The actor and five-time chief minister of Tamil Nadu state was one of the dominant figures in southern India. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2016/8/24/1_16a0822c7a5.1884705_2029206857_16a0822c7a5_large.jpg J Jayalalithaa Gulf News en 2026-05-04T15:34:36.294+04:00 From MGR to Vijay: How South Indian cinema icons turn stardom into political power Entertainment, India, South-Indian, India-elections, Tamil Cinema https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/asana-names-washmen-a-cloudfresh-customer-the-ai-breakthrough-in-emea-at-the-2026-work-innovation-awards-1.500528445 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/w1a7ttxn/B2Press.png Gulf News en 2026-05-04T15:19:09.386+04:00 Asana names Washmen, a Cloudfresh Customer, the AI Breakthrough in EMEA at the 2026 Work Innovation Awards Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/dubais-emirates-airline-restores-96-of-its-global-network-1.500528433 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/7h4j7hb6/emirates-a380-2.jpg The airline carried 4.7 million passengers during the disruption (March 1 to April 30) Gulf News en 2026-05-04T15:11:11.562+04:00 Dubai’s Emirates airline restores 96% of its global network Aviation https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/BestBuys-lifestyle/best-amazon-deals-today-air-purifier-hair-serum-and-treadmill-offers-from-top-brands-1.500528377 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/04/03/shopping_18ea4b8f6ea_large.jpg Keep checking back daily for fresh steals, and don’t forget to join Prime for speedy, free shipping. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T14:56:54.749+04:00 Best Amazon deals today: Air purifier, hair serum and treadmill offers from top brands BestBuys-Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/uae-to-unveil-major-domestic-investment-projects-says-al-zeyoudi-1.500528398 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/ben1axl7/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.43.48.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/ox0s1yo7/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.43.02.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-04T14:54:20.242+04:00 UAE to unveil major domestic investment projects, says Al Zeyoudi economy, UAE, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-driver-wins-dh25-million-big-ticket-jackpot-but-says-he-will-keep-working-1.500528345 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/8xauyxrp/Abdulla.jpeg Abdul Rasheed shares the Dh25 million jackpot with 26 others. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/2bau139j/6.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-04T14:28:00.199+04:00 Dubai driver wins Dh25 million Big Ticket jackpot — but says he will keep working UAE, Big Ticket https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/indias-left-parties-face-political-wipeout-as-kerala-slips-away-1.500528350 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/12/20/Communist-Party-of-India--Marxist--supporters-_1767fb7a78e_large.jpg The Left’s decline has been long and steady rather than sudden. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T14:26:56.405+04:00 India’s Left parties face political wipeout as Kerala slips away India, india https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/how-uae-mountain-guide-carried-a-collapsed-hiker-on-his-back-for-3-hours-to-save-her-life-1.500528328 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/2kt4bed7/Untitled-design-52.jpg A trekking and hiking guide in Ras Al Khaimah rescued a hiker who collapsed from severe heatstroke on the Stairway to Heaven trail, carrying her on his back for over three hours down a steep route. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/g4orcsv6/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-11.54.31-AM.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-04T14:21:26.938+04:00 How a UAE mountain guide carried a collapsed hiker on his back for three hours to save her life people, Ras Al Khaimah https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-made-jammers-tackled-85-of-drones-launched-from-iran-says-edge-chairman-1.500528335 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/nvgskpwv/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.44.08.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-05/aeqftlx5/Uaedebris Debris of a missile intercepted by the UAE authorities. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/omz5vq0d/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.43.03.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-04T14:15:09.168+04:00 UAE-made jammers tackled 85% of drones launched from Iran, says EDGE Chairman UAE, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/pakistan-passport-services-halted-globally-expats-left-in-limbo-1.500528321 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/12/17/Stock-Pakistan-passport_17670d2c47c_large.jpg Pakistan passport services remained suspended in the UAE and elsewhere in teh world since April 29 Gulf News en 2026-05-04T14:08:57.849+04:00 Pakistan passport services halted globally, expats left in limbo Pakistan, UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/italian-duo-antonelli-and-sinners-timelines-to-greatness-converge-1.500528322 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/l4zmofdu/newsml_afp_com_20260503T163146Z_doc_a9nt9gh.jpeg Italy's Jannik Sinner celebrates with the trophy after winning the 2026 ATP Tour Madrid Open tennis tournament final singles match against Germany's Alexander Zverev at the Caja Magica in Madrid, on May 3, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/wku2w36q/newsml_afp_com_20260503T000000Z_PH_GTY_2274344833.jpeg Race winner Andrea Kimi Antonelli of Italy and Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team celebrates with his trophy during the F1 Grand Prix of Miami at Miami International Autodrome on May 03, 2026 in Miami, Florida. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T13:53:48.439+04:00 Italian duo Antonelli and Sinner’s timelines to greatness converge Tennis, Motorsport https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trump-s-hormuz-plan-how-the-us-will-guide-ships-and-why-it-risks-escalation-with-iran-1.500528293 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-01/q1fk4hfd/preview.jpg Dubbed “Project Freedom,” the plan is Washington’s boldest attempt yet to break Iran’s grip on the strait after it was effectively shut earlier in the war. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/m5nxrn9x/us_cariers_1777886967127.jpg Experts also highlight the geography of the strait itself. At just 24 miles wide at its narrowest — with shipping lanes far tighter — vessels have little room to manoeuvre. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T13:53:13.805+04:00 Trump’s Hormuz plan: How the US will guide ships and why it risks escalation with Iran Mena, Americas, Donald Trump, americas, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/business/property/abu-dhabi-dubai-see-april-rebound-as-uae-property-markets-defy-headwinds-1.500528298 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-02/39ig79v9/Abu-Dhabi Gulf News en 2026-05-04T13:46:50.933+04:00 Abu Dhabi, Dubai see April rebound as UAE property markets defy headwinds Property, United in Strength, ultra luxury property market, super-prime property market, Dubai property, Abu Dhabi property, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/hantavirus-explained-what-we-know-after-cruise-ship-deaths-1.500528302 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/kn9t6ywr/newsml_afp_com_20260503T173028Z_doc_a9nw6qv.jpeg Three people have died on a cruise ship in the Atlantic, the WHO said Sunday, one a confirmed case of hantavirus, an illness usually transmitted to humans from rodents. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T13:40:57.149+04:00 Hantavirus explained: What we know after cruise ship deaths Africa, Americas, Health https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/egypt-refers-12-medical-staff-to-disciplinary-trial-over-patient-death-1.500528225 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/ca5dkgyi/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-13.36.26.jpeg 12 doctors and nurses referred to an urgent disciplinary trial over the death of a patient following a series of malpractices. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T13:19:47.595+04:00 Egypt refers 12 medical staff to disciplinary trial over patient death Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/sport/barcelona-close-in-on-historic-title-win-in-el-clasico-1.500528040 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/tms6p8x6/Barcelona.jpg Barcelona look set to win La Liga in legendary El Clasico https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/cqddflnf/newsml_afp_com_20260503T203255Z_doc_a9p72tr.jpeg Real Madrid's Brazilian forward Vinicius Junior celebrates after netting his second against Espanyol https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-16/757n614f/newsml_afp_com_20250516T200314Z_doc_472g4ww.jpeg Huge celebrations will be expected in the streets of Barcelona if they win the title this weekend https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/0no4s41p/Kylian_mbappe_and_Lamine_yamal.jpg Barcelona beat Madrid the last time the two sides met Gulf News en 2026-05-04T13:19:45.996+04:00 Barcelona close in on historic title win in El Clasico Sport, Football, football, Real Madrid, Barcelona, La Liga https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/tragic-kitchen-joke-turns-deadly-as-egyptian-teen-kills-her-brother-1.500528251 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/y1sqzcqd/gulfnews2025-04-29gacsnj9epolice-line-afp.avif The teenager stabbed her brother with a kitchen knife in what was described as a “joke” while preparing food (For illustrative purposes) Gulf News en 2026-05-04T13:16:58.036+04:00 Tragic 'kitchen joke' turns deadly as Egyptian teen kills her brother Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/uae-gains-freedom-to-produce-what-industries-need-after-opec-exit-says-al-mazrouei-1.500528264 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/7niuhn4p/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.43.27.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/fp520wq6/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.43.02.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-04T13:11:18.584+04:00 UAE gains freedom to produce what industries need after OPEC exit, says Al Mazrouei Energy, UAE, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/india-elections-celebration-scenes-across-key-states-1.500528245 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/6jqbd0qn/20260504268fg.jpg BJP workers celebrate the party's lead during the counting of votes for the West Bengal Assembly elections in Kolkata on Monday, May 4, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/5st510as/20260504209f.jpg Senior Congress leaders, including Congress General Secretary (Organisation) K. C. Venugopal, state party chief Sunny Joseph, Leader of Opposition V. D. Satheesan, MPs Shashi Tharoor and K. Suresh, and leader Ramesh Chennithala, celebrate as Congress-led UDF crossed the majority mark in the Kerala Assembly elections 2026 in Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala, on Monday, May 4, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/ephht6d7/20260504205f.jpg Family members of TVK chief and actor Vijay blow whistles and celebrate at their residence as the party takes the lead during the counting of votes for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, on Monday, May 04, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/b523h098/KER.jpg Congress workers celebrate the party’s victory in Kerala at the Congress headquarters in New Delhi on Monday. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/ra3o9ziz/KOL-3.jpg BJP members celebrate as the party leads in the polls on the counting day of the West Bengal Assembly elections in Kolkata on Monday https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/msdudngm/TN-1.jpg Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) workers hold photographs of their leader, actor-turned-politician Vijay , as they celebrate early leads and results in the recently held state elections in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/s6t2cidg/KOL.jpg BJP members celebrate as the party leads in the polls on the counting day of West Bengal Assembly elections, in Kolkata on Monday https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/fzjjad3f/newsml_afp_com_20260504T085224Z_doc_a9py8nq.jpeg Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) supporters celebrate along a street near her residence of West Bengal chief minister and All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) party chairperson Mamata Banerjee, in Kolkata on May 4, 2026 during vote counting for the West Bengal Legislative Assembly elections. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/2jpydby0/ASSAM.jpg BJP workers and supporters celebrate at the BJP headquarter as the party crosses the majority mark in Assam, in Guwahati on Monday. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T13:07:23.754+04:00 India elections: Celebration scenes across key states India, news-photos https://gulfnews.com/sport/ronaldos-al-nassr-drop-points-first-league-title-in-doubt-1.500528102 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/uq8gzrxa/RONALDO-Saudi-pro-league.jpg Ronaldo's hopes for his first SPL title have taken a knock https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-27/2hqfetdz/RON-BEN.png Benzema's Al Hilal will be hot on the heels of Ronaldo's Al Nassr Gulf News en 2026-05-04T13:01:53.169+04:00 Ronaldo’s Al Nassr drop points – first league title in doubt? Sport, Football, Saudi Arabia, Cristiano Ronaldo https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/how-dubai-airport-kept-passengers-safe-flights-running-amid-missile-alerts-1.500528211 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/mk6olttw/D040667RV05328.jpg The hub recorded 6 million passenger journeys, 32,000 aircraft movements and 213,000 tonnes of cargo handled during the war. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/08/24/Paul-Griffiths_18a2823893a_large.jpg "I think overall, we can expect very strong growth in the aviation sector and a recovery towards normal operations, hopefully in the short to medium term," said Griffiths. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T12:57:36.598+04:00 Dubai Airports CEO reveals inside story of DXB operations amid war Aviation, Travel, Dubai International Airport DXB, Dubai travel, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/javed-akhtar-backs-dhurandhar-makers-right-to-ideology-questions-propaganda-film-label-1.500528202 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/lpj50fpn/202509023498777.jpg Javed Akhtar https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-15/tr35udmm/dhurandhar3.webp Ranveer Singh in Dhurandhar. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T12:54:04.697+04:00 Javed Akhtar backs Dhurandhar makers’ right to ideology, questions ‘propaganda film’ label Entertainment, India, Pakistan, Pakistani Cinema, Pakistan, india https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/irrfan-khans-son-babil-khan-resumes-shooting-after-mental-health-struggles-your-love-means-so-much-1.500528226 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-14/9udw1xyo/202510143540921.jpeg Babil Khan had earlier called Bollywood industry 'fake' Gulf News en 2026-05-04T12:48:38.909+04:00 Irrfan Khan’s son Babil Khan resumes filming after mental health struggles: 'Your love means so much' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/de-zerbi-takes-spurs-out-of-drop-zone-with-villa-win-more-than-three-points-1.500528214 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/uf3vc5if/newsml_afp_com_20260418T183453Z_doc_a8an4hv.jpeg Tottenham Hotspur's Italian head coach Roberto De Zerbi has lifted the team out of the relegation zone https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/mt4yfnxs/newsml_afp_com_20260503T200516Z_doc_a9p4636.jpeg Conor Gallagher celebrates after scoring his goal against Villa https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/fbcekvh3/newsml_afp_com_20260503T200243Z_doc_a9p462x.jpeg De Zerbi and Joao Palhinha celebrate after the win against Villa https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/qf5gm65l/newsml_afp_com_20260503T185826Z_doc_a9nz8kf.jpeg Tottenham are unbeaten in their last three Premier League matches Gulf News en 2026-05-04T12:27:19.181+04:00 De Zerbi takes Spurs out of drop zone with Villa win “more than three points” Football, Sport, premier league, tottenham hotspur https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/indias-electoral-map-shifts-big-wins-bigger-upsets-1.500528208 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/0sexsi9m/20260427195f_wfCFsif.jpg In West Bengal, the BJP appeared poised for a major breakthrough. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T12:21:44.296+04:00 India’s electoral map shifts: Big wins, bigger upsets India, kerala, india, West Bengal https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/abu-dhabi-records-10000-english-notary-transactions-in-15-months-1.500528209 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/1kuyiibg/b114e216-d124-48da-b042-479901218e17.jpeg The service expansion supports ease of doing business for international users. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T12:21:24.658+04:00 Abu Dhabi records 10,000 English notary transactions in 15 months Government, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/technology/samsung-confirms-galaxy-ai-glasses-and-new-earbuds-cameras-price-and-what-we-know-so-far-1.500528184 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/l76r7e87/samsung.avif If the leak proves accurate, Samsung’s upcoming smart glasses, reportedly codenamed Jinju, will not include a built-in display Gulf News en 2026-05-04T12:20:26.675+04:00 Samsung confirms Galaxy AI glasses and new earbuds: Cameras, price and what we know so far Technology, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/make-it-in-the-emirates-2026-drives-uae-industrial-innovation-and-growth-1.500528200 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/bqgjgdzb/IMG5019.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-04T12:20:05.969+04:00 Make it in the Emirates 2026 drives UAE industrial innovation and growth economy https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/hormuz-humanitarian-run-trumps-project-freedom-sparks-iran-war-fears-as-irgc-general-issues-new-threat-1.500528160 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/lh69erf2/Screenshot-2026-05-04-at-4.09.03-PM.png A map shows commercial ships in and around the Strait of Hormuz as of 12:09 pm Monday (May 4, 2026), based on geolocation data from Marine Traffic. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/ephrnjdw/US-escort.jpeg Admiral Brad Cooper, CentCom commander, visited USS Milius (DDG 69) on May 2, 2026 as the guided-missile destroyer patrolled regional waters in support of the US blockade operations against Iran. While on board, he interacted with Sailors and addressed them on the 1MC while highlighting the importance of the ongoing mission. As of May 3, 2026, a total of 49 commercial vessels have been redirected to comply with the blockade. US forces remain fully committed to total enforcement. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/wjjfon1u/ANI_20260423021925.jpg Infographic showing the scale of the US blockade of Iranian ports, highlighting redirected vessels, military assets deployed, and the strategic Strait of Hormuz region amid rising tensions. (Photo: X/@CENTCOM) Gulf News en 2026-05-04T12:17:51.978+04:00 Hormuz 'humanitarian' run: Trump’s ‘Project Freedom’ sparks Iran war fears as Iran regime general issues new threat Mena https://gulfnews.com/business/make-it-in-the-emirates-2026-opens-with-1245-exhibitors-in-abu-dhabi-1.500528186 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/3u1y9kte/IMG5018.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/qqn1i0jr/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.21.08.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/8f18i36o/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.21.11-2.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/ma056w3q/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.21.11.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/1nrw0n9j/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.21.12-1.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/f8js64r6/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.21.12.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/iz6p1sai/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.21.13.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/jer4skfh/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.21.14-1.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/5keuf3fa/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.21.14.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/eso3552x/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.21.15.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/vo44jii4/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.21.16-1.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/t82s4wb3/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.21.16.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/caff01iw/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.21.20.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/75o9fmpk/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.21.21.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/l5l70gc2/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.21.22.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/n68kx318/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.21.13-1.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/enfhr997/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.21.18-1.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/4eorbwrt/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.21.19-1.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/hr1b9ha3/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.21.19-2.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/ouo1c3ct/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.21.19.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/49nk9i00/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.21.20-1.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/bwldtlrs/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.21.09.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/y2nxq1lw/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.21.10-1.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/wwrl348u/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.21.10.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/fsjabhfw/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.21.11-1.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/ymyioc7d/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.21.18.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/rjyeokun/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.21.19-3.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/n1a22kc9/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-04-at-12.21.21-1.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-04T12:09:21.954+04:00 Make it in the Emirates 2026 opens with 1,245 exhibitors in Abu Dhabi Business, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/uae/united-in-strength/uae-approves-relief-package-for-postal-sector-firms-1.500528180 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/10/18/emirates-post-new-kiosks-at-malls-1666083227783_183ea4c889e_large.jpg The UAE’s Postal Sector Regulatory Committee has approved a comprehensive support package for companies. File photo for illustrative purpose only Gulf News en 2026-05-04T12:06:40.625+04:00 UAE approves relief package for postal sector firms United in Strength, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-jails-soldier-for-seven-years-over-fake-citizenship-case-1.500528161 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2009/10/20/1_16a080944b2.517278_2364575563_16a080944b2_large.jpg Kuwaiti soldier sentenced to seven years in prison and fined him KD316,000 for illegally obtaining Kuwaiti citizenship, in a case spanning more than three decades. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T12:03:21.866+04:00 Kuwait jails soldier for seven years over fake citizenship case Kuwait, kuwait citizenship https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/how-vijays-tvk-is-rewriting-tamil-nadu-politics-beyond-the-dmk-aiadmk-duopoly-and-will-his-win-define-a-new-political-era-1.500528165 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-29/uqxpsvhc/Vijay.jpg Actor-turned-politician C Joseph Vijay https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/4rt0d1k0/Jayalalithaa_1_1631093326695_17bc4bd0375_original_ratio.jpg Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa being garlanded by her cabinet colleagues in 2012. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T11:50:20.784+04:00 How Vijay’s TVK is rewriting Tamil Nadu politics beyond the DMK-AIADMK duopoly and will his win define a new political era Entertainment, India, South-Indian, Opinion, India-elections, PREMIUM-OPINION, Tamil Cinema, india https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-uncovers-collusion-in-tenders-bids-worth-over-sr509-million-1.500528126 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/pjf7l4kb/Saudi-Arabia.webp 16 firms found involved in collusion in bids and tenders following extensive investigations and evidence-gathering. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T11:42:55.870+04:00 Saudi Arabia uncovers collusion in tenders, bids worth over SR509 million Saudi, Saudi economy https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/priyanka-chopra-skipping-met-gala-2026-after-zendaya-heres-why-1.500528142 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/1cnmezj4/newsml_afp_com_20250505T000000Z_PH_GTY_2213612612.jpeg Nick Jonas and Priyanka Chopra at the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-12/ge0nf6pg/newsml_afp_com_20190506T000000Z_PH_GTY_1147444174.jpeg Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas at The 2019 Met Gala Celebrating Camp: Notes on Fashion at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 06, 2019 in New York City. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T11:34:29.464+04:00 Priyanka Chopra skipping Met Gala 2026 after Zendaya? Here's why Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-breaks-ground-on-metro-blue-line-tunnels-1.500528141 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/wtglbbsn/STAFFNAT_260501_Metro_Blue_Line_VSAKLANI_111777793447798.jpg Construction work in full swing at Dubai Metro Blue Line in International City. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/mhzm1c8a/STAFFNAT_260501_Metro_Blue_Line_VSAKLANI_31777791964120.jpg Tunnel boring machine Al Wugeisha breaks through the wall to start undergrrund construction work for Dubai Metro Blue Line in International City. Photo: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/mx016m9p/STAFFNAT_260501_Metro_Blue_Line_VSAKLANI_121777792557209.jpg Construction work in full swing at Dubai Metro Blue Line in International City. Photo: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/zl4iz8kt/STAFFNAT_260501_Metro_Blue_Line_VSAKLANI_171777792557172.jpg Construction work in full swing at Dubai Metro Blue Line in International City. Photo: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/w9dtk780/STAFFNAT_260501_Metro_Blue_Line_VSAKLANI_181777792245390.jpg Construction work in full swing at Dubai Metro Blue Line in International City. Photo: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/u86vxk98/STAFFNAT_260501_Metro_Blue_Line_VSAKLANI_41777792279348.jpg Construction work in full swing at Dubai Metro Blue Line in International City. Photo: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/cvhezrsz/STAFFNAT_260501_Metro_Blue_Line_VSAKLANI_21777792249646.jpg Construction work in full swing at Dubai Metro Blue Line in International City. Photo: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/ei988bpk/STAFFNAT_260501_Metro_Blue_Line_VSAKLANI_51777791964851.jpg Construction work in full swing at Dubai Metro Blue Line in International City. Photo: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/roork1pa/STAFFNAT_260501_Metro_Blue_Line_VSAKLANI_81777791966881.jpg Construction work in full swing at Dubai Metro Blue Line in International City. Photo: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/l9m7ussq/STAFFNAT_260501_Metro_Blue_Line_VSAKLANI_11777791956549.jpg Construction work in full swing at Dubai Metro Blue Line in International City. Photo: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News Gulf News en 2026-05-04T11:32:01.197+04:00 Dubai breaks ground on Metro Blue Line tunnels UAE, news-photos, Blue Line expansion https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/visa-immigration/how-to-check-uae-visa-eligibility-1.1693234051157 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-06/9exvjjng/Dubaiairport Planning a UAE trip? Use the MOFA online tool to check if your nationality is eligible for visa-free entry, visa on arrival, or a tourist visa. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T11:27:36.188+04:00 How to check your UAE visa eligibility online: A step-by-step guide Living-Visa-Immigration, UAE Visas https://gulfnews.com/uae/the-uae-moves-forward-together-1.500528060 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/nxej2o95/971B9519-75AA-4452-80A1-BE940997C88B.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/66ajqf3a/Mark_Thompson_Gulf_News_3.jpg Mark Thompson https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/xjjyfh5b/Ashfaq_11.jpg Ashfaq Ahmed https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/xuh9b7kn/SANTU-Pic.jpg Santu Dev https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/uok4nvjl/Tina_01_White.jpg Tina Bhaktha https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/n8ez338v/David_George_Anas001.jpg David George https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/58rn5bdg/ANUPAM_2.jpg Anupam Varma https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/r8w0wstv/Justin_Varghese05.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/j5sqlo00/Heather_Cichowski_Headshot.JPG Heather Cichowski https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/ebeidsjy/DhanushaGokulan_1.jpg Dhanusha Gokulan https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/bkn9ncwv/Nivetha_Dayanand_.jpg Nivetha Dayanand https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/88ddzge7/MANJUSHA_RADHAKRISHNAN__PROFILE_IMAGE_2026.jpeg Manjusha Radhakrishnan https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/k7w6wf7v/LakshanaPalat_1.jpg Lakshana Palat https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/v0gxj60v/Rob_headshot.jpg Rob Ilsley https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/8mxs2yhy/3373DD6D-D46A-4C0D-9691-F381F658BFB3-GN-Archives.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-04T11:16:17.302+04:00 The UAE moves forward together UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/uae-pavilion-at-expo-2025-osaka-wins-top-global-design-honour-1.500528121 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/6r9u7g7q/UAE.jpg UAE's Expo 2025 Osaka pavilion praised for blending heritage, innovation and storytelling. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/mj03i2iz/UAE-Pavilion-at-World-Expo-2025-Exterior.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-04T11:10:51.711+04:00 UAE Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka wins top global design award Business, Government https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/61-magnitude-earthquake-strikes-central-philippines-1.500528116 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/i5o6892a/gulfnewsimport20210207Stock-Earthquake1777b559696large.avif Gulf News en 2026-05-04T11:03:19.290+04:00 6.1 magnitude earthquake strikes central Philippines Philippines https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/from-data-to-diagnosis-how-ai-is-helping-doctors-detect-disease-1.500528107 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/8ijnwi2l/gulfnewsimport20230719OPN-AI-HEALTHCARE1896e7cdbfflarge.avif One of the main challenges in healthcare AI is making sure the technology is easy to use for doctors. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/r63xc8ka/e0af95b2_c639_4726_a02a_2d2d0ef3df21.jpeg Chao Qin Gulf News en 2026-05-04T10:56:06.625+04:00 From data to diagnosis: How AI is helping doctors detect disease Health, Technology https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/from-fans-suicide-attempt-to-trishas-temple-visit-vijays-tvk-wave-dominates-tamil-nadu-counting-day-discourse-1.500528089 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/f8i0jwum/VIJAY-TRISHA-11.jpg Thalapathy Vijay and Trisha. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-30/fow4fhua/vijay_1759232778570.jpg Vijay https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-09/5c4spf5g/Vijay-and-Trisha-Krishnan Vijay and Trisha Krishnan Gulf News en 2026-05-04T10:53:42.356+04:00 From Trisha’s Tirupati temple visit to fan’s suicide attempt, Vijay’s TVK wave dominates Tamil Nadu counting-day discourse Entertainment, India, South-Indian, India-elections, Tamil Cinema, india https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/home-and-kitchen/5-best-iced-coffee-machines-for-hot-summer-days-in-the-uae-2026-1.500528049 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-04-21/mvjbsywg/shutterstock2381463535.jpg Here are the best coffee makers and cold brew machines of 2026 to keep your coffee game strong. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T10:44:14.286+04:00 5 best iced coffee machines for hot summer days in the UAE, 2026 BestBuys-Home-and-Kitchen https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/uae-opec-exit-part-of-wider-economic-reset-says-al-jaber-1.500528083 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/l0ook7j4/Dr__Sultan_Al_Jaber__Minister_of_Industry_and_Advanced_Technology_1810f8f24bf_original_ratio.jpg Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-19/h3c85ij9/MAKE-IN-EMIRATES-AFRA.JPG45.jpg Make it in the Emirates Forum in partnership with the ADNEC Group in Abu Dhabi Gulf News en 2026-05-04T10:33:17.218+04:00 UAE OPEC exit part of wider economic reset, says Al Jaber Energy, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/hoopoe-holding-launches-uae-glp-1-clinical-framework-1.500528080 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/vf75c3zl/1200.900.jpg-1.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-04T10:24:24.158+04:00 hoopoe holding launches UAE GLP-1 clinical framework Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/dubai-mall-dubai-hills-mall-to-introduce-ai-system-to-monitor-parking-violations-1.500528070 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-09/r9wfb7z5/Dubai-mall-car-parking Parkin will support Emaar at Dubai Mall, Dubai Hills Mall and Marina Mall by delivering specialised enforcement services focused on ensuring the appropriate use of People of Determination (PoD) parking. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T10:17:48.993+04:00 Dubai Mall, Dubai Hills Mall to introduce AI system to monitor parking violations Retail, Retail, Dubai parking https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/india-assembly-elections-vijays-tvk-emerges-strong-as-tamil-nadu-trends-shift-1.500528050 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-29/lpsctdqs/202602230403f.jpg Tamila Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay Gulf News en 2026-05-04T09:48:57.879+04:00 Tamil Nadu election: Vijay’s TVK emerges strong as trends shift India https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/kerala-vote-count-congress-led-udf-crosses-halfway-mark-1.500528039 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/0er14yvr/20260504039f.jpg The United Democratic Front is eyeing a huge win as counting continues in Kerala. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T09:37:28.907+04:00 Kerala vote count: Congress-led UDF crosses halfway mark India, kerala, india https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/india-assembly-elections-bjp-claims-early-advantage-in-west-bengal-tmc-remains-in-contention-1.500528037 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/4bywlcxl/WB.jpg A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel stands guard as election officials count votes after the West Bengal Legislative Assembly elections at the Netaji Indoor Stadium in Kolkata on May 4, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T09:33:57.846+04:00 West Bengal election: BJP claims early advantage, TMC remains in contention India https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/creative-zone-partners-with-rakez-and-mashreq-neo-biz-to-launch-young-entrepreneurs-business-setup-program-1.500528025 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/vsrzccwa/CZ-Rakez-2.jpg.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-04T09:28:27.370+04:00 Creative Zone partners with RAKEZ and Mashreq NEO BIZ to launch Young Entrepreneurs’ Business Setup Program Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/philippines-up-to-300000-loans-for-e-bikes-e-mobility-1.500527987 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/hw5rnpee/escooter-e-bike-1.jpg The Philippines' GSIS e-bike loan scheme supports a wide range of eco-friendly transport options, including electric bikes, e-scooters, e-mopeds, cargo e-bikes, folding electric bicycles and similar electric-powered mobility units. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/h66xvvwg/e-bikes-and-e-trikes.jpg The Philippine Land Transportation Office (LTO) clarified recently that there was no blanket ban on e-bikes and e-trikes, adding these small electric vehicles were still allowed to use city and municipal roads. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/5wjlxrac/1_16a084d3831_2230710_1729499814_16a084d3831_original_ratio.jpg E-Trike is a project of the Philippines' Department of Energy (DoE) that encourages the transition to cleaner energy. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T09:23:04.192+04:00 Philippines: Up to ₱300,000 loans for e-bikes, e-mobility Philippines https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/kfed-showcases-support-for-emirati-entrepreneurs-at-make-it-in-the-emirates-2026-1.500528018 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/n740opvj/KF.jpg Khalifa Fund signs key partnerships and unveils expanded support programmes for SMEs. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T09:11:41.361+04:00 KFED showcases support for Emirati entrepreneurs at Make it in the Emirates 2026 economy, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/salman-khan-mourns-close-friend-of-42-years-he-died-with-a-smile-on-his-face-1.500527993 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/bfvf0g9j/This-guy-has-been-a-brother-for-42-years-the-nicest-kindest-most-helpful-even-if-he-was-down-.jpg Salman Khan penned an emotional note for his friend. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T08:41:57.483+04:00 Salman Khan mourns close friend of 42 years: 'He died with a smile on his face' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/why-zendaya-might-miss-met-gala-2026-after-years-of-standout-looks-and-the-red-carpet-will-feel-it-1.500527959 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/kfrs0tvk/newsml_afp_com_20240506T000000Z_PH_GTY_2151780923.jpeg Zendaya and Law Roach attend The 2024 Met Gala Celebrating "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion" at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 06, 2024 in New York City. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-16/lx8z2bmm/newsml_afp_com_20250505T000000Z_PH_GTY_2213603924.jpeg Zendaya at the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-12/zf20t7sg/newsml_afp_com_20240506T000000Z_PH_GTY_2151812285.jpeg Zendaya at the 2024 Met Gala Celebrating "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion" at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 06, 2024 in New York City. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T08:17:46.075+04:00 Why Zendaya might miss Met Gala 2026 after years of standout looks — and the red carpet will feel it Entertainment, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/the-devil-wears-prada-2-storms-in-with-233m-worldwide-debut-how-it-stacks-up-against-the-original-1.500527944 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/6zfigfy4/preview.jpg This image released by 20th Century Studios shows Meryl Streep, left, and Anne Hathaway in a scene from "The Devil Wears Prada 2." (Macall Polay/20th Century Studios via AP) Gulf News en 2026-05-04T07:43:00.595+04:00 The Devil Wears Prada 2 storms in with $233M worldwide debut: How it stacks up against the original Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/tired-kim-soo-hyun-appears-amid-mounting-financial-strain-eyewitnesses-claim-just-breathing-costs-millions-1.500527928 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-03-20/8a1fw8hg/kim1.JPG Kim Soo-hyun has since stepped away from public appearances, entering what industry observers are calling an ‘unofficial hiatus. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T07:22:31.758+04:00 ‘Tired’ Kim Soo-hyun appears amid mounting financial strain, eyewitnesses claim: ‘Just breathing costs millions’ Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/former-nyc-mayor-rudy-giuliani-hospitalised-in-critical-condition-1.500527938 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/i74dv15m/preview.jpg Former NYC mayor Rudy Giuliani Gulf News en 2026-05-04T07:21:14.560+04:00 Former NYC mayor Rudy Giuliani hospitalised in critical condition Americas https://gulfnews.com/auto/zeekr-dual-flagships-turn-heads-at-auto-china-2026-1.500525851 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/axr9t103/2ddeb55c-eb6f-4511-8f07-b5ab2647e692.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/v80d327w/f3709b72-e317-4204-9cbc-671b02b4a2e4.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-04T07:17:00.000+04:00 Zeekr dual flagships turn heads at Auto China 2026 Auto, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/dubai-airports-to-ramp-up-dxb-flights-as-uae-airspace-reopens-1.500527811 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-06/r0edtilg/Dubaiairport Dubai Airports scaling up flight movements following full reopening of UAE airspace capacity. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T07:15:00.000+04:00 Dubai Airports to ramp up DXB flights as UAE airspace reopens Aviation, Travel, Dubai Airports https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/dubai-airport-powers-through-war-disruption-with-6-million-passengers-1.500527813 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-26/1k9n59un/Stock-photo-of-Dubai-Airports-Dec-2025 Six million passengers, 32,000 aircraft movements and 213,000 tonnes of cargo handled during disruption Gulf News en 2026-05-04T07:01:00.000+04:00 Dubai Airports powers through war disruption with 6 million passengers Aviation, Dubai Airports, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/what-is-al-wugeisha-the-giant-tunnel-boring-machine-driving-dubai-metro-blue-line-1.500527577 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/mhzm1c8a/STAFFNAT_260501_Metro_Blue_Line_VSAKLANI_31777791964120.jpg Tunnel boring machine Al Wugeisha breaks through the wall to start undergrrund construction work for Dubai Metro Blue Line in International City. Photo: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/erso8332/STAFFNAT_260501_Metro_Blue_Line_VSAKLANI_271777792267288.jpg A view of tunnel boring machine Al Wugeisha before breaking wall for the underground construction of Dubai Metro Blue Line in International City. Photo: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News Gulf News en 2026-05-04T07:00:00.000+04:00 What is Al Wugeisha: The giant tunnel boring machine driving Dubai Metro Blue Line Transport, Dubai Metro https://gulfnews.com/business/property/how-summertown-interiors-is-leading-the-uaes-sustainable-fit-out-evolution-1.500524450 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/qnux0xrm/Summertown-Office2.jpg Summertown Interiors Headquarters in Jebel Ali, 2026 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/34dyfxzh/Old-office-2.jpg Summertown Interiors Headquarters in Jebel Ali, 1997 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/e0vhxlpm/SE.jpg Schneider Electric The Nest (Commercial Project) https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/3vaygcsb/Picnic-Square-TSC-11.jpg Times Square Center Picnic Square https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/o6alph1n/DSC9353.jpg Mediclinic Creek Harbour https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/hx9kt476/DSC8191.jpg DMCC Headquarters Gulf News en 2026-05-04T07:00:00.000+04:00 How Summertown Interiors is leading the UAE’s sustainable fit-out evolution Property, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-says-us-options-are-impossible-war-or-bad-deal-us-suffocating-iran-with-blockade-treasury-chief-1.500527192 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/1dstz3wd/Tel-Aviv.jpg Israeli left-wing activists demonstrate in HaBima Square against the ongoing war with Iran and against the Israeli government in Tel Aviv on May 2, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-30/7z047s9s/IraqIranWar85548-c2313-Read-Only.jpg Workers walk in an area at a degassing station in Zubair oil field, whose operations have been reduced due to the Mideast war triggered by the US and Israeli attacks on Iran, near Basra, Iraq. File photo taken on Saturday, March 28, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-02/g9re7u7a/newsml_afp_com_20260502T000000Z_PH_GTY_2273707063.jpeg President Donald Trump speaks to journalists before boarding Air Force One at Palm Beach International Airport on May 2, 2026 in Palm Beach, Florida. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/qmjdodb8/Beirut.jpg Smoke rising from the site of Israeli airstrikes that targeted the village of Zawtar Al Sharqiyah, in southern Lebanon, on May 3, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T06:59:38.428+04:00 Iran says US options are 'impossible' war or 'bad deal'; US 'suffocating' Iran with blockade: Treasury chief Mena, Americas, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/why-women-over-50-should-prioritise-workouts-for-heart-health-and-muscle-strength-uae-doctors-explain-1.500527749 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/6mokkilw/pexels-shvetsa-4587352.jpg The exercise helps preserve mobility, independence, muscle strength, bone density, and cognitive health well into older age. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/0zfug5ab/pexels_cristian_rojas_8809599.jpg During this difficult time of perimenopause and menopause, the decline in estrogen affects the heart, brain and metabolism, along with the increased tendency for weight gain around the abdomen, accelerated bone density loss and higher vulnerability to chronic diseases https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/t9d373as/susan_Photo.png https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/qjnofgrk/Dr.-Kinda-Medcare.png Gulf News en 2026-05-04T06:40:00.000+04:00 Why women over 50 should prioritise workouts for heart health and muscle strength, UAE doctors explain UAE, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/10-mw-nuclear-reactor-on-truck-bed-power-bank-for-ai-data-centres-1.500526646 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/e0uofm2l/Tech-radar.jpg POWER BANK FOR AI ERA: China begins testing A miniature, mobile 10-megawatt (MW) nuclear reactor is being tested in China. The truck-mounted nuclear power plant is designed to energise data centres for decades while promising to make traditional fossil-fueled gensets entirely obsolete. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T06:13:47.643+04:00 10-MW nuclear reactor on truck bed: Power bank for AI data centres Energy, Asia https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/weather-forecast-uae-to-see-mild-temperatures-mist-and-dusty-winds-through-week-1.500527872 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/o8swwf5e/20220516_sharjah_dusty_weather_180d381f43e_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-04T06:11:36.172+04:00 UAE weather forecast: Prepare for mist and dusty winds through the week Weather, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/thunderstorms-strong-winds-to-batter-saudi-arabia-through-friday-1.500527877 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/gz9a9chn/Weather-in-Saudi-Arabia.webp Civil Defence urged the public to remain in safe locations, avoid flood-prone valleys and areas of water accumulation. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T06:10:09.915+04:00 Thunderstorms, strong winds to batter Saudi Arabia through Friday Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-allows-hajj-pilgrims-to-travel-with-digital-id-instead-of-passport-1.500527882 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/dcpl2o7j/Pilgrims-can-move-easily-within-Saudi-Arabia.webp Hajj pilgrims can obtain the digital ID through the Ministry of Interior’s Absher platform Gulf News en 2026-05-04T06:09:36.310+04:00 Saudi Arabia allows Hajj pilgrims to travel with digital ID instead of passport Saudi, Hajj https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/crime-disturbance-reports-fall-in-q1-2026-dubai-police-1.500527832 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/myu4ghyw/Dubai-Police-Report-Decline-in-Criminal-and-Disturbing-Rep Dubai Police report a drop in serious crimes in early 2026, driven by proactive security and advanced prevention measures. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-12/tks9gaw0/STAFFNAT_260312_Dubai_Skyline_VSAKLANI_11773321046344.jpg Dubai skyline. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T06:08:23.793+04:00 Crime, disturbance reports fall in Q1 2026: Dubai Police Crime, crime, Dubai, Dubai Police https://gulfnews.com/world/spain-pm-plane-makes-emergency-landing-in-turkey-after-technical-fault-1.500527890 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/09/13/Spain-s-Prime-Minister-Pedro-Sanchez_191e95c738b_large.jpg Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T06:03:10.336+04:00 Spain PM plane makes emergency landing in Turkey after technical fault World https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/oil-markets-show-erratic-volatility-wti-slides-to-101-as-murban-crashes-4-but-some-crudes-are-surging-double-digits-1.500527901 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/09/15/Copy-of-Off_The_Charts_Oil_Prices_34947--45fe3-1694779138482_18a98b561e7_large.jpg Elevated energy prices act as a double-edged sword: they stifle global growth by keeping inflation stubbornly high, even as they provide a windfall for oil-producing nations. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/pe7w3fqe/Screenshot-2026-05-04-at-9.05.23-AM.png Fossil fuel rates as of 10.23am Tokyo time, May 4, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T05:55:22.632+04:00 Oil markets show erratic volatility: WTI slides to $101 as Murban crashes 4% — but some crudes are surging double digits Energy https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/inter-milan-win-italian-title-for-third-time-in-six-seasons-2-1.500527834 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/7jgx7wdg/Screenshot-2026-05-04-at-9.41.07-AM.png https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/cmnrjc4z/newsml_afp_com_20260503T214234Z_doc_a9p78ga.jpeg Inter Milan's French forward #9 Marcus Thuram and Inter Milan's Argentinian forward #10 Lautaro Martinez celebrate with teammates after winning their 21st 'scudetto' following the Italian Serie A football match between Inter Milan and Parma at San Siro stadium in Milan, on May 3, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/wbgdm428/newsml_afp_com_20260503T211909Z_doc_a9p78kf.jpeg Inter Milan's Romanian head coach Cristian Chivu and Inter Milan's Italian defender #32 Federico Dimarco celebrate after winning their 21st 'scudetto' following the Italian Serie A football match between Inter Milan and Parma at San Siro stadium in Milan, on May 3, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/s1svcm3d/newsml_afp_com_20260503T210001Z_doc_a9p78hr.jpeg Inter Milan's Argentinian forward #10 Lautaro Martinez celebrates with teammates after winning their 21st 'scudetto' following the Italian Serie A football match between Inter Milan and Parma at San Siro stadium in Milan, on May 3, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T05:44:27.658+04:00 Inter Milan win Italian title for third time in six seasons Football https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/tanker-hit-by-unknown-projectiles-in-the-in-gulfukmto-issues-warning-1.500527893 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/5hkcinki/warning-MKMTO.png Gulf News en 2026-05-04T05:38:28.692+04:00 Tanker hit by unknown projectiles in the Gulf coast: UKMTO issues warning Mena https://gulfnews.com/sport/motorsport/messi-effect-in-f1-he-sat-in-mercedes-car-before-the-race-antonelli-creates-history-in-that-car-1.500527849 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/0juvs4aq/Messi-was-present-at-the-Miami-Grand-Prix Messi was present at the Miami Grand Prix https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/0juvs4aq/Messi-was-present-at-the-Miami-Grand-Prix Messi was present at the Miami Grand Prix Gulf News en 2026-05-04T05:35:00.000+04:00 Messi effect in F1: He sat in Mercedes car before the race; Antonelli creates history in that car Motorsport, Football, Formula1, football, Lionel Messi https://gulfnews.com/business/make-it-in-the-emirates-summit-opens-with-5000-products-and-smes-in-focus-1.500527892 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-19/q9qv9tny/MAKE-IN-EMIRATES-AFRA.JPG3455.jpg Make it in the Emirates Forum in partnership with the ADNEC Group in Abu Dhabi https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-19/uwi8uao1/MAKE-IN-EMIRATES-AFRA.JPG44.jpg Make it in the Emirates Forum in partnership with the ADNEC Group in Abu Dhabi Gulf News en 2026-05-04T05:22:45.225+04:00 Make it in the Emirates summit opens with 5,000 products and SMEs in focus Business, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/the-environmental-costs-of-war-how-the-usisraeliran-conflict-is-reshaping-climate-security-in-the-gulf-1.500527402 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-19/smcwhhwr/hormuz111_1776587998168.jpg AH-64 Apaches fly above the Strait of Hormuz during a patrol on April 17, 2026. One of the most consequential dimensions of the conflict has received far less sustained attention, the environmental and climate-security impact of war. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T05:03:00.000+04:00 The environmental costs of war: How the US–Israel–Iran conflict is reshaping climate security in the Gulf Op-Eds, Mena, Gulf, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/hundreds-of-dominicans-protest-canadian-mining-project-1.500527862 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-16/uiy7alnx/newsml_afp_com_20250916T165559Z_doc_74px7bk.jpeg Demonstrators attend a rally against a Canadian mining project at the Quimsacocha moorlands in Cuenca, Ecuador on September 16, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T04:59:27.758+04:00 Hundreds of Dominicans protest Canadian mining project Americas https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/ev-revolution-is-here-tesla-dominates-china-is-winning-the-volume-war-musk-wins-premium-battle-1.500527871 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-27/kjsd53i5/Tesla_model_3_Oslo_16daa45bab9_original_ratio.jpg A shipment of Tesla vehicles. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T04:44:23.305+04:00 EV revolution is here — Tesla dominates, China is winning the volume war, Musk wins premium battle Energy, Auto News https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/any-us-interference-in-hormuz-would-violate-ceasefire-iran-official-1.500527856 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-28/a4q989q1/Screenshot_2026_04_29_at_7_31_41_AM.png US Marines board the commercial ship M/V Blue Star III in the Arabian Sea, near the Strait of Hormuz. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T04:03:13.070+04:00 Any US 'interference' in Hormuz would violate ceasefire: Iran official Mena https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/emirates-national-schools-opens-applications-for-scholarship-1.500527747 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/cdmn42i8/vk903f3b1ka1mgrpo.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-04T03:50:37.036+04:00 Emirates National Schools opens applications for scholarship for AY 2026-27 Education https://gulfnews.com/sport/177cua9-zayed-charity-run-ethiopia-draws-over-4000-1.500527816 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/pjyzkzni/jyx03f4o1ka1un4po.jpeg Winners were honoured by Mohamed Salem Al Rashdi, UAE Ambassador to Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia; Lieutenant General (Ret.) Mohammed Hilal Al Kaabi, Chairman of the Higher Organising Committee; Ahmed Sari Al Mazrouei, Secretary-General of the Emirates Red Crescent; Mekiyou Mahammad Abadiga, Ethiopia’s State Minister for Sports Development; Haile Gebrselassie and Meseret Defar, legendary Ethiopian long-distance runners. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T03:22:49.016+04:00 Zayed Charity Run in Ethiopia draws over 4,000 participants in successful debut Sport https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-boosts-position-in-regenerative-medicine-stem-cell-therapies-1.500527803 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/r04xyapp/rcz03fwt1ka1pu3po.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-04T03:13:15.746+04:00 UAE boosts position in regenerative medicine, stem cell therapies UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/2-us-soldiers-missing-during-african-lion-2026-manoeuvres-in-morocco-1.500527761 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-20/427pu02l/newsml_afp_com_20250520T173332Z_doc_47ge8kg.jpeg Members of Morocco's military simulate securing the port upon the arrival of a suspect vessel during the counter-weapons of mass destruction (C-WMD) exercise within the joint multinational African Lion 2025 (AL25) war games in Agadir on Morocco's Atlantic coast. File photo taken on May 20, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T03:08:22.775+04:00 2 US soldiers missing during African Lion 2026 manoeuvres in Morocco Africa, Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trump-calls-iran-talks-very-positive-us-to-escort-ships-through-hormuz-1.500527823 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/11/05/Stock-Donald-Trump_192fadd276d_large.jpg US President Donald Trump. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T02:09:05.441+04:00 Trump calls Iran talks 'very positive,' US to 'escort' ships through Hormuz Mena, Americas, World https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trump-announces-project-freedom-escorting-ships-through-hormuz-iran-reviewing-us-response-to-14-point-proposal-to-end-war-1.500527841 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-17/prqzo6jr/Hormuz.jpg US Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine speaks as a map of the Strait of Hormuz is displayed during a press briefing at the Pentagon in Washington, DC, on April 16, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T01:57:35.658+04:00 Trump announces 'Project Freedom', escorting ships through Hormuz — Iran 'reviewing' US response to 14-point proposal to end war Mena, Americas, World https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/vinicius-double-delays-barca-title-as-real-madrid-down-espanyol-1.500527827 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/cqddflnf/newsml_afp_com_20260503T203255Z_doc_a9p72tr.jpeg Real Madrid's Brazilian forward #07 Vinicius Junior reacts during the Spanish league football match between RCD Espanyol and Real Madrid CF at RCDE Stadium in Cornella de Llobregat on May 3, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-04T01:43:15.637+04:00 Vinicius double delays Barca title as Real Madrid down Espanyol Football https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/peshawar-zalmi-psl-11-champions-babar-azam-wins-first-t20-title-as-captain-hardie-the-hero-1.500527806 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/5bg803d1/Zalmi-are-the-PSL-11-champions Zalmi are PSL 11 champions https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/5bg803d1/Zalmi-are-the-PSL-11-champions Zalmi are PSL 11 champions Gulf News en 2026-05-04T00:17:49.508+04:00 Peshawar Zalmi PSL 11 champions: Babar Azam wins first T20 title as captain; Hardie the hero Cricket, psl, cricket https://gulfnews.com/business/tax-news/uae-e-invoicing-deadline-looms-what-businesses-must-do-before-july-1-1.500527689 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2011/4/16/1_16a08152845.794175_2144502950_16a08152845_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-04T00:01:00.000+04:00 UAE e-invoicing deadline looms: What businesses must do before July 1 Tax News, YourMoney-Taxation, Markets, UAE tax https://gulfnews.com/sport/motorsport/mercedes-kimi-antonelli-wins-miami-grand-prix-2-1.500527800 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/t22t1vbq/newsml_afp_com_20260503T193905Z_doc_a9p38ta.jpeg Mercedes' Italian driver Kimi Antonelli celebrates after winning the 2026 Miami Formula One Grand Prix at Miami International Autodrome in Miami Gardens, Florida, on May 3, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-03T23:43:40.877+04:00 Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli wins Miami Grand Prix Motorsport https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/three-die-on-atlantic-cruise-ship-from-suspected-hantavirus-who-1.500527721 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/kn9t6ywr/newsml_afp_com_20260503T173028Z_doc_a9nw6qv.jpeg Three people have died on a cruise ship in the Atlantic, the WHO said Sunday, one a confirmed case of hantavirus, an illness usually transmitted to humans from rodents. Gulf News en 2026-05-03T23:36:46.592+04:00 Three die on Atlantic cruise ship from suspected hantavirus: WHO Americas https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/fashion/new-met-gala-fashion-exhibit-seeks-to-reclaim-body-types-that-art-history-has-ignored-1.500527686 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/mgy0shbo/preview.jpg Designs in the "Pregnant Body" section are displayed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute exhibition, "Costume Art," on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in New York. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-07/yz17gaha/SHAKIRA Colombian singer Shakira arrives for the 2025 Met Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 5, 2025, in New York. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/05/03/Sabyasachi-s-creation-for-the-Met-Gala_18089745a5f_large.jpg Sabyasachi's creation for the Met Gala https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/05/08/Alia-Bhatt-at-the-Met-Gala_18f5728a38e_large.jpg Alia Bhatt at the Met Gala https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-02/ozf2x5gl/MET-GALA-KIM.jpg Kim Kardashian at the 2023 Met Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 1, 2023, in New York. (AFP) https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-02/rjehhjz0/Met-Gala-RIHANNA.jpg Kim Kardashian at the 2023 Met Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 1, 2023, in New York. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-02/v7bezrhy/MET-GALA-ALIA.jpg Alia Bhatt at the 2023 Met Gala on 1 May, 2023 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-05/mqcndu83/Blackpink_s_Jennie_Kim_made_her_debut_at_the_Met_Gala_2023___187db853183_original_ratio.jpg Korean musician Blackpink's Jennie Kim chose a vintage Chanel 1990 white and black bowed dress for her Met Gala debut in 2023. Will she make an entry in 2025 showcase too is the big question. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/09/12/MET-GALA-EXPLAINER-2-1631438584051_17bd9513901_large.jpg FILE — Katy Perry makes light on the Met Gala red carpet, in New York, May 6, 2019. The Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute benefit, which raises money for the institute, has been called “the party of the year,” and “the Oscars of the East Coast,” for its high quotient of celebrities and high fashion on its red carpet. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/11/08/met-gala-1699463649263_18bafed57fa_large.jpg Lady Gaga attending the Metropolitan Museum of Art's benefit gala in 2019. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/09/18/Australian-actor-Hugh-Jackman-and-his-wife-Deborra-Lee-Furness-arrive-for-the-2023-Met-Gala-at-the-Metropolitan-Museum-of-Art-on-May-1--2023--in-New-York._18aa739ac73_large.jpg Australian actor Hugh Jackman and his wife Deborra-Lee Furness arrive for the 2023 Met Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 1, 2023, in New York. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/05/02/South-Korean-stars-Jennie-and-Song-Hye-kyo-share-viral-selfie-from-the-Met-Gala-2023_187dcc14eb7_large.jpg South Korean stars Jennie and Song Hye-kyo share viral selfie from the Met Gala 2023 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/05/07/Jennifer-Lopez-at-the-Met-Gala-2024-in-New-York_18f51b9882c_large.jpg Jennifer Lopez at the Met Gala 2024 in New York Gulf News en 2026-05-03T23:30:57.968+04:00 New Met Gala fashion exhibit seeks to ‘reclaim’ body types that art history has ignored met gala exhibit 2026 body types https://gulfnews.com/uae/5-mega-projects-transforming-dubai-1.500527795 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-12/xo9os2h8/Dubaiskyline2026 Dubai skyline Gulf News en 2026-05-03T23:15:55.758+04:00 Blue Line, new airport: 5 mega projects transforming Dubai UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/ferguson-taken-to-hospital-before-man-utd-win-against-liverpool-1.500527784 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/v2q5c965/preview.jpg Former Manchester United soccer manager Alex Ferguson Gulf News en 2026-05-03T22:58:46.707+04:00 Ferguson taken to hospital before Man Utd win against Liverpool Sport https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/four-killed-in-colombian-border-city-as-violence-spikes-ahead-of-vote-2-1.500527789 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-12/c6hxyk2x/newsml_afp_com_20260312T224637Z_doc_a33777p.jpeg A man riding a motorbike gestures as he crosses the Colombia-Venezuela border at the Simon Bolivar International Bridge on the outskirts of Cucuta, Colombia Gulf News en 2026-05-03T22:50:37.158+04:00 Four killed in Colombian border city as violence spikes ahead of vote Americas https://gulfnews.com/uae/indian-expat-wins-dh25-million-in-big-ticket-draw-1.500527764 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/12/05/Big-Ticket-hosts_19395ddba4e_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-03T22:04:49.116+04:00 Indian expat wins Dh25 million in Big Ticket draw UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/sharjah-police-launch-family-awareness-drive-for-safer-homes-1.500527632 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/rovv1jxy/Sharjah-Police-awareness.jpg Sharjah Police launch “Awareness Begins at Home” campaign, focusing on families. Gulf News en 2026-05-03T22:03:36.860+04:00 Sharjah Police launch family awareness drive for safer homes UAE, UAE, UAE schools, Sharjah Police, shajrah https://gulfnews.com/uae/mansoor-bin-mohammed-crowns-champions-of-the-vice-presidents-jiu-jitsu-cup-1.500527753 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/dxm8kl29/sq403f371ka1mfopo.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-03T21:49:51.151+04:00 Mansoor bin Mohammed crowns champions of the Vice President’s Jiu-Jitsu Cup UAE, Sport https://gulfnews.com/world/samsung-group-heirs-finalise-12-trillion-won-inheritance-tax-on-former-chairmans-estate-1.500527725 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/fk3p0ei4/ut703f781ka1lpnpo.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-03T21:07:04.501+04:00 Samsung Group heirs finalise 12 trillion won inheritance tax on former chairman’s estate World https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-talks-inside-tehrans-3-stage-proposal-to-end-the-war-1.500527713 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/v47by3ix/preview.jpg Oil tankers line up near the Strait of Hormuz, a key global shipping route at the centre of Iran’s proposed plan to end the war. Gulf News en 2026-05-03T20:51:49.410+04:00 US-Iran talks: Inside Tehran’s latest 3-stage proposal to end the war Mena, Americas, americas, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-warns-of-fines-of-up-to-omr1000-for-violating-midday-work-ban-1.500527692 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2017/1/4/1_16a07feff5f.1956374_1058248390_16a07feff5f_large.jpg Midday work ban will come into effect in June, and continue through August Gulf News en 2026-05-03T20:26:15.948+04:00 Oman warns of fines of up to OMR1,000 for violating midday work ban Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-warns-hajj-violators-face-sr20000-fines-deportation-and-10-year-re-entry-ban-1.500527679 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/4mfb0j1y/Hajj.webp Penalties, which have been in place from April 18, will continue until May 31, as part of efforts to regulate the pilgrimage and ensure the safety and security of pilgrims. Gulf News en 2026-05-03T20:06:54.373+04:00 Saudi Arabia warns Hajj violators face SR20,000 fines, deportation and 10-year re-entry ban Saudi, Hajj https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/our-resilience-strategic-autonomy-will-ensure-we-navigate-current-regional-challenges-successfully-gargash-1.500527660 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-27/uqzw7pq6/Anwar-Gargash4.jpg Dr. Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President Gulf News en 2026-05-03T19:49:49.104+04:00 'Our resilience, strategic autonomy will ensure we navigate current regional challenges successfully': Gargash Government, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/will-trump-accept-iran-s-14-point-deal-as-talks-stall-1.500527609 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-16/e3nz97g7/US-President-Donald-Trump Trump has already cast doubt on the proposal, saying Iran has “not yet paid a big enough price” and warning that fresh military strikes remain an option if Tehran “misbehaves.” Gulf News en 2026-05-03T19:32:05.119+04:00 US-Iran talks: Will Trump accept Tehran’s 14-point deal as talks stall? Mena, Americas, americas, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/new-evidence-found-against-media-gala-shooter-us-prosecutor-1.500527644 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/di79q0bb/Trump_1874abdefbe_original_ratio.jpg US President Donald Trump Gulf News en 2026-05-03T19:07:34.425+04:00 New evidence found against media gala shooter: US prosecutor Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/egyptian-lawyer-dies-after-collapsing-in-courtroom-during-hearing-1.500527507 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/wkvcvsl7/Egyptian-lawyer-Alaa-El-Sayed-El-Nefeili.webp He was taken to hospital in an attempt to save him but was pronounced dead shortly after Gulf News en 2026-05-03T19:00:32.550+04:00 Egyptian lawyer dies after collapsing in courtroom during hearing Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/dubai-police-engage-540-workers-at-al-quoz-community-forum-1.500527612 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/hx5dw32u/الروح-الإيجابية-في-شرطة-دبي-تُنظم-ملتقى-القوز-المجتمعي-3Dubai-Police-Engage-540-Workers-at-Al-Quoz.jpg Dubai Police engage 540 workers at Al Quoz Community Forum under Positive Spirit Initiative https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/lpzm6zvs/Dubai-Police-Engage-540-Workers-at-Al-Quoz Dubai Police engage 540 workers at Al Quoz Community Forum under Positive Spirit Initiative https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/qbsjcvpj/الروح-الإيجابية-في-شرطة-دبي-تُنظم-ملتقى-القوز-المجتمعي-2Dubai-Police-Engage-540-Workers-at-Al-Quoz.jpg Dubai Police engage 540 workers at Al Quoz Community Forum under Positive Spirit Initiative https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/x98kd6at/Dubai-Police-Engage-540-Workers-at-Al-Quoz. Dubai Police engage 540 workers at Al Quoz Community Forum under Positive Spirit Initiative Gulf News en 2026-05-03T18:38:26.281+04:00 Dubai Police engage 540 workers at Al Quoz community forum people, UAE, Dubai, Dubai Police, Dubai Communities https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/dubai-police-crown-winners-of-60km-proud-of-uae-cycling-race-1.500527566 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/l4ipi16o/NMN0718.JPG1111شرطة-دبي-تتوج-الفائزين-بسباق-Dubai-Police-Crown-Winners-of-60km-“Proud-of-UAE”-Cycli-2.jpg Dubai Police Crown Winners of 60km “Proud of UAE” Cycling Race After Intense Competition https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/fg3qp8gv/NMN0718.JPG1111شرطة-دبي-تتوج-الفائزين-بسباق-Dubai-Police-Crown-Winners-of-60km-“Proud-of-UAE”-Cycli-3.jpg Dubai Police Crown Winners of 60km “Proud of UAE” Cycling Race After Intense Competition https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/dco4xadw/NMN0718.JPG1111شرطة-دبي-تتوج-الفائزين-بسباق-Dubai-Police-Crown-Winners-of-60km-“Proud-of-UAE”-Cycli-1.jpg Dubai Police Crown Winners of 60km “Proud of UAE” Cycling Race After Intense Competition https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/dbb1min8/NMN0718.JPG1111شرطة-دبي-تتوج-الفائزين-بسباق-Dubai-Police-Crown-Winners-of-60km-“Proud-of-UAE”-Cycli-4.jpg Dubai Police Crown Winners of 60km “Proud of UAE” Cycling Race After Intense Competition https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/8zhiezfv/NMN0718.JPG1111شرطة-دبي-تتوج-الفائزين-بسباق-Dubai-Police-Crown-Winners-of-60km-“Proud-of-UAE”-Cycli.jpg Dubai Police Crown Winners of 60km “Proud of UAE” Cycling Race After Intense Competition Gulf News en 2026-05-03T18:11:41.180+04:00 Dubai Police crown winners of 60km Proud of UAE cycling race people, Dubai Police https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-boosts-haramain-high-speed-rail-capacity-to-22-million-seats-for-hajj-1.500527594 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/tezo1lrn/Haramain-High-Speed-Train.webp SAR said a fleet of 35 electric trains will be deployed, each with a capacity of 417 passengers Gulf News en 2026-05-03T18:05:31.935+04:00 Saudi Arabia boosts Haramain high-speed rail capacity to 2.2 million seats for Hajj Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/iconic-egyptian-singer-hany-shaker-dies-at-74-after-long-illness-1.500527548 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/u5m7l3vv/Egyptian-singer-Hany-Shaker.jpg Egyptian singer Hany Shaker, widely known as the “Prince of Arab Singing”, has died following a prolonged illness Gulf News en 2026-05-03T17:13:10.567+04:00 Iconic Egyptian singer Hany Shaker dies at 74 after long illness Entertainment, Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/dubai-police-997-coverage-serving-244k-across-1272-sq-km-1.500527509 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/zrih6p0s/Al-Khawaneej-Police-Station-Delivers-99.7-Security-Coverage-a.jpg Al Khawaneej Police Station reported 99.7% security coverage, serving 244,000+ residents across 1,272 sq km. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/f574eiwz/Al-Khawaneej-Police-Station-Delivers-99.7-Security-Coverage-a.jpg Al Khawaneej Police Station reported 99.7% security coverage, serving 244,000+ residents across 1,272 sq km. Gulf News en 2026-05-03T16:48:20.479+04:00 Dubai Police: 99.7% coverage serving 244K across 1,272sqkm Crime, My-community, crime, Dubai, Dubai Police, Dubai Communities https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-to-see-rising-temperatures-and-longer-daylight-hours-through-this-month-1.500527518 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/chw6hyvp/gulfnewsimport20190616NAT-190616-HEAT1-156067388723016b5f69a402large.avif The UAE will see a gradual rise in temperatures and longer daylight through this month. Gulf News en 2026-05-03T16:37:27.918+04:00 UAE to see rising temperatures and longer daylight hours through this month Weather, UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/opec-raises-output-in-first-production-decision-after-uaes-exit-to-project-stability-1.500527505 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/10/10/Copy-of-2023-10-08T210548Z_1852811643_RC2LO3A4XXB1_RTRMADP_3_OIL-OPEC-1696917661042_18b182ca57e_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-03T16:15:33.719+04:00 OPEC+ raises output in first production decision after UAE's exit to project stability Energy, Markets, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/family-tragedy-9-killed-child-among-dead-in-delhi-fire-1.500527479 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/oz34yz6t/delhi_fire_1777807954985.jpg A view of the four-storey residential building in the Vivek Vihar area after a massive fire breaks out resulting in nine deaths and some injuries, in New Delhi on Sunday. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/bs3l9vv5/202605033774214.jpeg Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva condoles deaths in Vivek Vihar blaze. Gulf News en 2026-05-03T16:11:22.001+04:00 Family tragedy: 9 killed, infant among dead in Delhi fire India, india https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-deports-14855-illegal-residents-in-one-week-arrests-11300-1.500527497 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/nw977nd4/iStockphoto.avif Gulf News en 2026-05-03T16:08:49.130+04:00 Saudi Arabia deports 14,855 illegal residents in one week, arrests 11,300 Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/bribery-abuse-of-power-97-saudi-government-officials-detained-as-nazaha-intensifies-graft-probe-1.500527483 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/vn87z0fe/Shutterstock.avif The detainees belong to Ministries of Interior, Defence, Health, Municipalities and Housing, Human Resources and Social Development, and Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance. Gulf News en 2026-05-03T15:56:41.652+04:00 Bribery, abuse of power: 97 Saudi government officials detained as Nazaha intensifies graft probe Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/business/adnoc-unveils-dh200b-project-pipeline-to-drive-next-phase-of-growth-1.500527482 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/aiw3uog7/Adnoc The planned project awards span ADNOC’s upstream and downstream operations and usher in a new phase of project delivery that will supercharge UAE’s manufacturing capacity. Gulf News en 2026-05-03T15:50:05.283+04:00 ADNOC unveils Dh200b project pipeline to drive next phase of growth Business https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-talks-why-the-deal-is-stuck-and-what-happens-next-as-trump-threatens-fresh-strikes-1.500527431 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/igl7dwzk/trumpnew_1777804918208.jpg Commuters make their way past an anti-US billboard referring to President Donald Trump and the Strait of Hormuz, installed on a building at the Valiasr Square in Tehran on May 2, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/4gtpbeg5/newsml_afp_com_20260501T030034Z_doc_a9644zq.jpeg French Commandant Thomas Scalabre points towards the positions of ships on the Strait of Hormuz on a screen at the MICA center (Maritime Information and Cooperation and Awareness) in Brest, western France on April 27, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-03T15:44:52.306+04:00 US–Iran talks: What to know as Trump threatens fresh strikes Mena, Americas, Gulf, americas, Gulf, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/eight-killed-in-egypt-gold-dispute-after-gunman-opens-fire-in-desert-cave-1.500527471 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/l19183l8/gulfnews2026-02-08x00eqwiq202602083665436.avif Gulf News en 2026-05-03T15:44:30.055+04:00 Eight killed in Egypt gold dispute after gunman opens fire in desert cave Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/sport/arteta-happy-with-crucial-win-as-arsenal-move-six-points-clear-of-city-1.500527474 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/jjj66hpv/newsml_afp_com_20260502T183212Z_doc_a9mj4xk.jpeg Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta applauds the fans following the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Fulham at the Emirates Stadium https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/8x2mmhk4/202605033773728.jpg Arsenal move six points clear of Man City at the top of the Premier League table https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-25/2ga4mkyw/newsml_afp_com_20260425T181345Z_doc_a8yj3uk.jpeg Bukayo Saka was back at his best following his return from injury https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-23/ok2bqd04/newsml_afp_com_20250622T000000Z_PH_GTY_2221571069.jpeg Pep Guardiola's Manchester City travel to Merseyside on Monday night to face Everton Gulf News en 2026-05-03T15:38:29.157+04:00 Arteta happy with “crucial” win as Arsenal move six points clear of City Sport, Football, premier league, arsenal, Manchester City https://gulfnews.com/uae/emergencies/dubai-1844-rescue-missions-handled-by-police-teams-in-q1-2026-1.500527441 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/niy2rnf8/البحث-والإنقاذ-في-شرطة-دبي-نفذت-1844-مهمة-خلال-الربع-الأولDubai-Police-Rescue-Teams-Respond-to-1844.jpg The missions were led by the General Department of Transport and Rescue as part of an integrated system aimed at strengthening public safety and ensuring swift intervention in urgent situations. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/vm9zzko1/البحث-والإنقاذ-في-شرطة-دبي-نفذت-1844-مهمة-خلال-الربع-الأولDubai-Police-Rescue-Teams-Respond-to-1844.png https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/3d8x0m8e/اMajor-General-Rashid-Khalifa-bin-Darwish-Al-Falasi.jpg.jpg Major General Rashid Khalifa bin Darwish Al Falasi, Director of the General Department of Transport and Rescue https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/daw1wqk3/Colonel-Khalid-Ibrahim.jpg.jpg Colonel Khalid Ibrahim, Director of the Search and Rescue Department https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/7bbu74ep/Dubai-Police-Rescue-Teams-Respond-to-1844-1.jpg Colonel Ibrahim highlighted Dubai Police’s focus on developing human capabilities through advanced training programmes. Gulf News en 2026-05-03T15:20:49.542+04:00 Dubai: 1,844 rescue missions handled by police teams in Q1 2026 emergencies, RTA, transport, Dubai transport, Dubai Police https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/passenger-opens-emergency-exit-jumps-from-taxiing-air-arabia-flight-at-chennai-airport-1.500527440 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/lcbq9ht8/gulfnewsimport20190709Air-Arabia-16bd6330c81large.avif The individual was travelling on a flight arriving from Sharjah. (For illustrative purposes only.) Gulf News en 2026-05-03T15:03:34.756+04:00 Passenger opens emergency exit, jumps from taxiing Air Arabia flight at Chennai airport India https://gulfnews.com/business/uae-warns-firms-over-dh6000-pay-floor-for-emirati-workers-1.500527352 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/3w2z2uge/Nafis The council said Emirati employees have access to defined complaint channels in cases of violations, including filing grievances with the Ministry of Human Resources. Gulf News en 2026-05-03T14:22:56.692+04:00 UAE warns firms over Dh6,000 pay floor for Emirati workers Business, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-bans-use-of-government-names-in-property-ads-under-new-rules-1.500527383 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/tjgvjc51/Saudi-ban The rules are aimed at protecting market participants while reinforcing confidence in property transactions. Gulf News en 2026-05-03T14:12:05.642+04:00 Saudi Arabia bans use of government names in property ads under new rules Saudi https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/marta-kostyuk-wins-madrid-open-2026-title-with-a-perfect-10-backflip-finish-1.500527386 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/mpkmd4qc/2.jpg Marta Kostyuk of Ukraine celebrates after defeating Mirra Andreeva during their women's singles final match at the Madrid Open tennis tournament in Madrid, Spain. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/zh6ta2x4/3.jpg Ukraine's Marta Kostyuk celebrates on the podium with her trophy after beating Russia's Mirra Andreeva during the 2026 WTA Tour Madrid Open tennis tournament final singles match at the Caja Magica in Madrid. Gulf News en 2026-05-03T13:49:17.209+04:00 Marta Kostyuk wins Madrid Open 2026 title with a 'perfect 10' backflip finish Tennis https://gulfnews.com/uae/natural-history-museum-abu-dhabi-unveils-may-workshops-and-family-events-1.500527381 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/56w2h50w/23da4915-8afb-496a-9578-8ba1bf9d4f9b.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/hicsxuo7/8155b207-62df-43dc-a52c-f5bfd87bd878.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-03T13:35:00.013+04:00 Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi unveils May workshops and family events UAE, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/uae-brings-back-gaza-family-after-childs-emotional-video-goes-viral-1.500527367 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/ni21na0d/Gaza-child A Palestinian family from Gaza, stranded and unable to return to the UAE, lived in limbo, their days uncertain, their nights spent waiting. Gulf News en 2026-05-03T13:29:05.257+04:00 UAE brings back Gaza family after child’s emotional video goes viral Mena, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/motorsport/f1-will-miss-verstappen-if-he-leaves-ben-sulayem-1.500527370 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/lq5gq6tj/Ben.jpg FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem greets people before a sprint auto race at the Miami Formula One Grand Prix, on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in Miami Gardens, Florida. Gulf News en 2026-05-03T13:12:04.440+04:00 F1 will miss Verstappen if he leaves: Ben Sulayem Motorsport https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/dubai-rta-bus-driver-honoured-for-helping-blind-man-safely-cross-the-road-1.500527357 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/h8acf5zn/Untitled-design-51.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-03T12:52:56.223+04:00 Dubai RTA bus driver honoured for helping blind man safely cross the road people, RTA, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/sheikh-mohammed-reviews-dubai-metro-blue-line-progress-sets-2029-launch-target-1.500527363 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/qjvk7x5a/MBR-blue-line.jpg Mohammed bin Rashid inaugurates the tunnelling work for the Dubai Metro Blue Line project, which has a total cost of Dh20.5 billion and spans 30 kilometres Gulf News en 2026-05-03T12:47:19.238+04:00 Watch: Mohammed bin Rashid inaugurates tunnelling work for Dubai Metro Blue Line Transport, Dubai Metro https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dubai-set-to-roll-out-735-electric-buses-this-year-1.500527344 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/geel9h1j/xeq00ixq1ka0yxppn.jpg The Roads and Transport Authority said the new fleet, set to be delivered progressively over the coming year, marks the largest rollout of its kind in the UAE. Gulf News en 2026-05-03T12:41:14.534+04:00 Dubai set to roll out 735 electric buses this year Transport, RTA, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/science-can-accelerate-malaria-control-with-the-right-leadership-1.500527349 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-15/x1t3qqy7/preview.jpg A health worker shows a bottle of the malaria vaccine R21/Matrix-M before administering it to a child at the comprehensive Health Centre in Agudama-Epie, in Yenagoa, Nigeria, on Dec. 9, 2024. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/3b8qxguw/Dr_Farida_Al_Hosani__CEO_Glide_jpg.jpeg Dr Farida Al Hosani Gulf News en 2026-05-03T12:34:46.204+04:00 Science can accelerate malaria control — with the right leadership Op-Eds, Health, Health https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/blue-oasis-ultra-shower-filter-recognised-among-top-5-shower-filtration-solutions-in-the-uae-1.500527347 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/qeey3zqf/Blue-Oasis.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-03T12:27:24.674+04:00 Blue Oasis ultra shower filter recognised among top 5 shower filtration solutions in the UAE Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/abu-dhabi-launches-dh285-billion-road-linking-saadiyat-to-khalifa-city-1.500527333 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/bk6xk76p/Abu-Dhabi-Road The first phase of the project carries an estimated cost of Dh2.85bn ($776m). It will help improve traffic flow and ease movement between major residential and development zones. Gulf News en 2026-05-03T12:27:22.593+04:00 Abu Dhabi launches Dh2.85 billion road linking Saadiyat to Khalifa City Transport, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/abu-dhabi-two-new-toll-gates-to-go-live-from-monday-1.500527329 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/23tz3sh7/NAT_201217_TOLL_GATES_ABU_DHABI_AKK_30_1609477397774_176bc541d0f_original_ratio.jpg The two toll points are located on Sheikh Maktoum bin Rashid Road in the Ghantoot area, and on Karama Oasis Road at the entrance and exit of Sheikh Zayed Road. Gulf News en 2026-05-03T12:16:58.502+04:00 Abu Dhabi: Two new toll gates to go live from Monday Transport, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabiurges-pilgrims-to-prepare-early-for-hajj-1.500527321 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/sk5ubfez/Hajj The centre advised prospective pilgrims to seek medical advice before departure to confirm their health status is stable, particularly for those with chronic conditions. Gulf News en 2026-05-03T12:11:53.834+04:00 Abu Dhabi urges pilgrims to prepare early for Hajj UAE, Health, Saudi, Hajj 2025 https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/ipl/pbks-connect-with-injured-spectator-after-ipl-match-incident-1.500527311 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/2r05sazk/Arya.jpg PBKS player Priyansh Arya (right) speaks to the injured spectator Krishan Chand. Gulf News en 2026-05-03T11:31:32.987+04:00 PBKS connect with injured spectator after IPL match incident IPL, IPL-Punjab https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/sheikh-abdullah-bin-zayed-meets-singapore-foreign-minister-in-abu-dhabi-1.500527086 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-02/kltav18d/cnf03e6q1ka1skvpo.jpg UAE President received a written message from Singapore’s President on bilateral ties. The message was handed to Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed during his meeting with Singapore Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan. Gulf News en 2026-05-03T10:36:45.425+04:00 Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed meets Singapore foreign minister in Abu Dhabi Government, Singapore https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/cda-british-university-partner-to-boost-social-sector-1.500527286 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/32y4ltlh/cda-Hessa.jpeg Hessa bint Essa Buhumaid, Director General of the CDA and Professor Abdullah AlShamsi, Vice Chancellor of The British University in Dubai at the MoU signing ceremony in Dubai. Gulf News en 2026-05-03T10:34:21.522+04:00 CDA, British University partner to boost social sector Education, Education https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/emirates-red-crescent-pledges-300000-to-ethiopia-cardiac-centre-for-child-care-1.500527094 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-02/9agj5qeu/2rj03ev01ka1u32po.jpeg Move reflects UAE commitment to healthcare support for vulnerable communities. Gulf News en 2026-05-03T10:25:05.890+04:00 Emirates Red Crescent pledges $300,000 to Ethiopia Cardiac Centre for child care Health, Government https://gulfnews.com/sport/uae-sports-infrastructure-powers-rise-as-global-events-hub-1.500527148 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/oboho5yp/mrz03f6r1ka08mzpo.png From Yas Marina Circuit, Zayed Sports City to Meydan, world-class venues boost the country’s international sporting profile. Gulf News en 2026-05-03T10:15:39.717+04:00 UAE sports infrastructure powers rise as global events hub Sport https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/k-drama-rewind-flower-of-evil-lee-joon-gi-moon-chae-won-lead-a-searing-marriage-thriller-about-love-and-secrets-1.500527229 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/jzwsbnqk/joongi.jpg Lee Joon-gi and Moon Chae-won in Flower of Evil. Gulf News en 2026-05-03T08:51:29.829+04:00 K-Drama Rewind, Flower of Evil: Lee Joon-gi, Moon Chae-won lead a searing marriage thriller about love and secrets Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-condemns-trumps-piracy-remarks-over-seizure-of-iranian-vessels-1.500527234 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-17/9mrfc1dq/ANI_20260417054407.jpg Esmaeil Baqaei, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Gulf News en 2026-05-03T08:41:42.900+04:00 Iran condemns Trump’s ‘piracy’ remarks over seizure of Iranian vessels Mena, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war