https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-launches-10th-night-of-iran-strikes-as-irgc-claims-attacks-on-bahrain-kuwait-1.500614721 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/dnrhfu9n/12.jpg US Central Command completed another round of strikes against Iran at 9 pm ET July 20. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/wbsuhl2t/newsml_afp_com_20260721T155903Z_doc_c2rt6n6.jpeg US President Donald Trump speaks during a meeting with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, on July 21, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-22T00:06:02.289+04:00 US launches 10th night of Iran strikes as IRGC claims attacks on Bahrain, Kuwait Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/business/tax-news/uae-nris-10-days-to-itr-deadline-8-last-minute-filing-questions-answered-1.500615622 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-11/sx5xjri4/202509113506804.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-22T00:02:00.000+04:00 UAE NRIs: 10 days to ITR deadline — 8 last-minute filing questions answered Tax News, YourMoney-Taxation, India, india https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/france-bans-social-media-for-children-under-15-in-landmark-first-1.500615791 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-20/e24pgc3v/Kids.jpg Several families in France have sued TikTok over teen suicides they say are linked to harmful content. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T23:34:08.132+04:00 France bans social media for children under 15 in landmark first Europe https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/abdullah-bin-zayed-egyptian-fm-discuss-latest-regional-developments-1.500615778 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/cm0wylt2/2ru05mfz1ka1shtpn.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-21T23:22:45.266+04:00 Abdullah bin Zayed, Egyptian FM discuss latest regional developments Government https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/dubai-court-ruling-muslim-spouse-settlements-cannot-be-appealed-1.500615683 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-27/olxiwrcd/202604273766252.jpg Dubai Court rules court-recorded Muslim divorce settlements cannot be appealed https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-29/11uhuq7a/Court-ruling.webp Dubai Court rules court-recorded Muslim divorce settlements cannot be appealed Gulf News en 2026-07-21T22:08:13.216+04:00 Dubai court ruling: Muslim spouse settlements cannot be appealed Crime, Dubai, UAE Personal Status Law, UAE divorce https://gulfnews.com/technology/consumer-electronics/apple-to-launch-apple-upgrade-leasing-service-for-iphones-macs-and-ipads-1.500615625 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-19/g0v1tncu/newsml_afp_com_20250919T000000Z_PH_GTY_2236259510.jpeg Report says new leasing model will replace current financing options in the US. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T21:46:04.262+04:00 Apple to launch 'Apple Upgrade' leasing service for iPhones, Macs and iPads Consumer-Electronics https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-uncovers-1385-construction-violations-in-june-inspection-drive-1.500615592 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/l8vazroh/DM Gulf News en 2026-07-21T21:28:45.805+04:00 Dubai uncovers 1,385 construction violations in June inspection drive UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/dubai-police-handle-13-million-calls-beats-response-targets-1.500615607 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/m6r9k7al/More-Than-1.3-Million.jpg Dubai Police handled 1.3 million calls in Q2 while exceeding response targets. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T21:17:38.286+04:00 Dubai police handle 1.3 million calls, beats response targets Crime, crime, Dubai, Dubai Police https://gulfnews.com/uae/sheikh-mohammed-bin-rashid-promotes-6526-personnel-across-dubai-security-agencies-1.500615658 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/whhharww/MBR Gulf News en 2026-07-21T20:53:07.422+04:00 Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid promotes 6,526 personnel across Dubai security agencies UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/who-are-amit-bhatia-and-the-mittal-family-meet-the-investors-eyeing-a-liverpool-football-club-stake-1.500615647 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-27/fg7rt733/ANI_20250527024132.jpg Liverpool Football Club. (Photo/X@LFC) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-27/fg7rt733/ANI_20250527024132.jpg Liverpool Football Club. (Photo/X@LFC) Gulf News en 2026-07-21T20:52:04.227+04:00 Who are Amit Bhatia and the Mittal family? Meet the investors eyeing a Liverpool Football Club stake Football, football, Liverpool https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/israel-building-earthen-barrier-inside-gaza-entrenching-its-division-1.500615652 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/6qpfmjih/preview.jpg This satellite image from Planet Labs PBC shows a section of an earthen barrier being built by the Israeli military, right side of image moving top to bottom, in the central Gaza Strip, July 1, 2026. At left is the Maghazi refugee camp, and on the other side are homes demolished by the military. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T20:40:51.382+04:00 Israel building earthen barrier inside Gaza, entrenching its division Mena, Israel, Gaza https://gulfnews.com/uae/indian-passport-visa-services-in-uae-outsourced-to-al-hind-1.500615618 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-03/9206ewt8/IMG3426.JPG.jpeg One of the 16 Indian Consular Application Centres (ICACs) that are ready for operations by Al Hind Tours and Travels. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T20:01:06.050+04:00 Indian passport, visa services in UAE outsourced to Al Hind Tours and Travels UAE, India https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/can-diplomacy-survive-a-war-that-keeps-getting-bigger-1.500615581 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/refmwxho/sharif.jpg This handout photograph taken on July 21, 2026 and released by Pakistan's Prime Minister's Office shows Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif (R) meeting Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni (L) at the Prime Minister House in Islamabad. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T19:39:46.207+04:00 Can diplomacy survive a war that keeps getting bigger? Mena, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dubais-dh750-million-emirates-road-project-reaches-30-per-cent-completion-cutting-journey-times-by-65-per-cent-1.500615529 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/o4qrxyww/UAE https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-29/xfhvsvzp/EMI-11.jpg The Emirates Road expansion project will reduce the travel time by nearly half from Dubai to northern emirates Gulf News en 2026-07-21T19:02:05.998+04:00 Dubai's Dh750 million Emirates Road project reaches 30 per cent completion, cutting journey times by 65 per cent Transport, transport https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/philippine-airlines-to-acquire-up-to-14-more-airbus-a350-1000s-1.500615522 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/01/01/STOCK-Philippine-Airlines_17e146a97e4_large.jpg PAL currently operates two Airbus A350-1000s on key long-haul routes. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T18:52:51.771+04:00 Philippine Airlines to acquire up to 14 more Airbus A350-1000s Aviation, Philippines https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/dubai-municipality-uses-ai-to-speed-up-household-water-quality-tests-1.500615497 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/covyymuy/GDMO2-P01-06-05-26.avif Gulf News en 2026-07-21T18:32:25.405+04:00 Dubai Municipality uses AI to speed up household water quality tests Government https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/right-wing-ex-mp-ann-widdecombe-was-allegedly-hit-21-times-with-hammer-court-hears-1.500615482 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/wjcn5evg/newsml_afp_com_20260720T180705Z_doc_c2p72zq.jpeg Brexit Party member and southwest MEP Ann Widdecombe addresses the final event of the Brexit Party's 'We are Ready' tour, in Westminster in central London on September 27, 2019. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T18:08:02.285+04:00 Right-wing ex-MP Ann Widdecombe was allegedly hit 21 times with hammer, court hears Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/who-is-who-in-burnhams-new-cabinet-1.500615465 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/v9qity2c/andys1-Read-Only.jpg Britain's Prime Minister Andy Burnham, centre, attends his first cabinet meeting as prime minister at 10 Downing Street, London, Tuesday July 21, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/10/23/UK-defence-secretary-John-Healey_192b7b6d2db_large.jpg John Healey https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/gqigvvlv/newsml_afp_com_20260721T115208Z_doc_c2qu6rv.jpeg Britain’s incoming Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband arrives ahead of a cabinet meeting in Downing Street in London on July 21, 2026, a day after Andy Burnham became Britain's new prime minister. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/v2hykpbn/newsml_afp_com_20260720T205630Z_doc_c2pe7wq.jpeg Britain's former health secretary Wes Streeting (L) arrives at Downing Street in London on July 20, 2026, as cabinet appointments are being made after Andy Burnham became Britain's new prime minister. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/n1av15ke/newsml_afp_com_20260720T180912Z_doc_c2p7772.jpeg Britain's Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood smiles after leaving 10 Downing Street in London July 20, 2026 as cabinet appointments are being made after Andy Burnham became Britain's new Prime Minister. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/uxzvsywk/newsml_afp_com_20260721T112640Z_doc_c2qt676.jpeg Britain’s incoming Housing Secretary Angela Rayner arrives ahead of a cabinet meeting in Downing Street in London on July 21, 2026, a day after Andy Burnham became Britain's new prime minister. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/wfsyi3qb/newsml_afp_com_20260721T132541Z_doc_c2r79l7.jpeg Britain’s incoming Chancellor of the Exchequer John Healey (R) walks with Britain's Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero Miatta Fahnbulleh (L) as they leave after a cabinet meeting in Downing Street in London on July 21, 2026, a day after Andy Burnham became Britain's new prime minister. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/q4el8p6s/newsml_afp_com_20260721T114857Z_doc_c2qu6rn.jpeg Britain’s incoming Health Secretary Yvette Cooper arrives ahead of a cabinet meeting in Downing Street in London on July 21, 2026, a day after Andy Burnham became Britain's new prime minister. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T17:50:05.507+04:00 Who is who in Burnham’s new cabinet Europe https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dubai-to-install-smart-led-lighting-on-30-pedestrian-bridges-1.500615421 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/m6jfgxls/i8505mpb1ka1a59po.jpeg The project is expected to enhance pedestrian safety during evening hours and improve the experience of using pedestrian bridges. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T17:37:13.133+04:00 Dubai's RTA to install smart LED lighting on 30 pedestrian bridges Transport https://gulfnews.com/technology/mgx-aip-and-blackrocks-gip-close-40-billion-aligned-data-centres-deal-1.500615442 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/ii3xrjd6/Stock___Oracle_Data_Centre_17d02e2daaf_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-21T17:28:36.226+04:00 MGX, AIP and BlackRock’s GIP close $40 billion Aligned Data Centres deal Technology, AI https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/uae-india-seek-new-food-partnerships-at-andhra-pradesh-forum-1.500615416 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/3kjb1tad/UAE-India Gulf News en 2026-07-21T17:17:48.687+04:00 UAE, India seek new food partnerships at Andhra Pradesh forum Markets, India, UAE, india https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/india-vs-pakistan-clash-scheduled-in-asian-legends-league-when-will-it-happen-1.500615285 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/02/01/Asian-Legends-cricket-1706801349840_18d6549c4f3_large.jpg Chetan Sharma with Irfan Pathan, Upul Tharanga and Asghar Afghan during the press conference to announce the details of the inaugural Asian Legends League. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/02/01/Asian-Legends-cricket-1706801349840_18d6549c4f3_large.jpg Chetan Sharma with Irfan Pathan, Upul Tharanga and Asghar Afghan during the press conference to announce the details of the inaugural Asian Legends League. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T17:08:04.566+04:00 India vs Pakistan clash scheduled in Asian Legends League: When will it happen? Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/strait-of-hormuz-crisis-raises-global-oil-supply-risks-despite-uae-exports-warns-iea-1.500615398 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/36hbqxln/preview.jpg Two men wade in the waters of the Strait of Hormuz with vessels anchored in the background, off Bandar Abbas, Iran, Sunday, July 12. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T17:01:07.937+04:00 Strait of Hormuz crisis raises global oil supply risks despite UAE exports, warns IEA Energy, oil, oil price https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/passenger-on-dubai-manila-flight-arrested-over-pending-anti-violence-case-1.500615359 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/h1w4zuqh/74953540816877001200295156708349151562388107n.png.jpeg Passenger arrested on outstanding warrant at Manila airport Gulf News en 2026-07-21T16:57:31.151+04:00 Passenger on Dubai-Manila flight arrested over pending anti-violence case Philippines, crime, Dubai, Philippines https://gulfnews.com/sport/how-virat-kohli-helped-pv-sindhu-regain-her-form-1.500615392 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/aoc2fxm1/newsml_afp_com_20260719T051947Z_doc_c2k636a.jpeg Gold medalist India’s Pusarla Venkata Sindhu poses on the podium after her victory against Japan’s Akane Yamaguchi in their women's singles final match of the Japan Open badminton tournament at Tokyo Gymnasium in Tokyo on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T16:52:09.739+04:00 How Virat Kohli helped PV Sindhu regain her form Sport, Virat Kohli, india, Badminton https://gulfnews.com/ask-gulf-news/parent-school-contract-in-the-uae-what-every-parent-needs-to-know-1.500615355 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/sx7qvwb7/Untitled-design.png Gulf News en 2026-07-21T16:50:58.129+04:00 Parent-school contract in the UAE: What every parent needs to know Ask Gulf News, UAE, Living-UAE https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/how-aura-by-sree-is-winning-over-dubais-dessert-lovers-one-donut-at-a-time-1.500584072 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/sieotdl1/IMG6521.jpg From homemade fillings to loyal fans, Sree is putting her own spin on donuts. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/w9cg9rgs/IMG_2245.jpeg Donuts at Aura by Sree https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-24/jkbrl4zf/IMG_2241.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-07-21T16:44:38.193+04:00 How 'Aura by Sree' is winning over Dubai’s dessert lovers, one donut at a time Lifestyle, UAE, Food https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/etihad-adds-more-paris-cargo-capacity-for-medicines-fresh-food-and-high-value-goods-1.500615341 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/pma4sxo5/CargoParis1200x627.png Gulf News en 2026-07-21T16:39:51.701+04:00 Etihad adds more Paris cargo capacity for medicines, fresh food and high-value goods Aviation, Etihad Airways https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-platform-simplifies-hiring-for-creative-talent-1.500615357 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/mtkuxw1s/Gulf-talent.png The platform caters to a wide range of projects enabling businesses to connect directly with creative professionals. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T16:32:12.650+04:00 UAE platform simplifies hiring for creative talent UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/sharjah-executive-council-adopts-policy-to-develop-warehouse-permit-issuance-rules-1.500615262 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/ue3r72nn/26505mp21ka15ynpo.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-21T16:13:21.096+04:00 Sharjah Executive Council adopts policy to develop warehouse permit issuance rules Government https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/best-hair-dryers-on-amazonae-2026-fast-drying-for-every-budget-1.500602324 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-09/pg5jki31/hair-dryers-1.png Hair dryer lineup Gulf News en 2026-07-21T16:00:00.000+04:00 Best hair dryers on amazon.ae 2026: Fast drying for every budget Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/creatine-new-brain-fuel-for-sleep-deprived-minds-what-study-shows-1.500466626 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-07/k2zstb0n/Brain-lead1-pixabay.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/mtwy6t5o/processes_production_ATP_glycolysis_tricarboxylic_acid_cycle_3_.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-21T15:56:38.723+04:00 Creatine: New brain fuel for sleep-deprived minds? What studies show Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/uae/cda-rolls-out-third-phase-of-ethraa-initiative-for-dubais-non-profit-organisations-1.500615146 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/2eqkui06/11.jpg.jpeg The initiative aligns with the strategic goal of activating the third sector and building a high-impact civil society ecosystem in line with the Dubai Social Agenda 33 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/aayeuuo9/DSC06827.jpg.jpeg Hessa bint Essa Buhumaid, director general of the CDA https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/o5sjuyd9/Ethraa.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/x1zvl1go/WhatsApp-Image-2026-07-21-at-13.59.45-2.jpeg Khalid Imtiaz, joint secretary of Pakistan Association Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/u8strgc4/WhatsApp-Image-2026-07-21-at-13.59.45.jpeg Paul Joseph, president of AKCAF Association https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/pz86jqxd/WhatsApp-Image-2026-07-21-at-13.59.45-3.jpeg Christian Belleza, secretary of the Filipino Social Club Gulf News en 2026-07-21T15:50:19.728+04:00 CDA rolls out third phase of Ethraa initiative for Dubai's non-profit organisations UAE, people, Community, UAE, Dubai Communities https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/modi-vows-tougher-action-as-paper-leak-row-deepens-1.500615265 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/lyulgbxz/cops.jpg RAF personnel deployed at the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest site at Jantar Mantar, in New Delhi on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T15:38:32.038+04:00 Modi vows tougher action as paper leak row deepens India, india https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/top-moments-from-the-fifa-world-cup-2026-1.500615248 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/4kg1l0sw/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286971198.jpeg Rodri #16 of Spain lifts the FIFA World Cup Winner’s Trophy after the team’s victory following the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T15:31:55.635+04:00 Top moments from the FIFA World Cup 2026 World Cup, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/from-fitness-tracker-to-fashion-accessory-why-wearable-tech-is-getting-a-stylish-makeover-1.500615187 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/fatua8ec/photo.jpg From the Apple Watch and Fitbit to Garmin, Google’s Pixel Watch and WHOOP, wearable devices have become part of everyday life. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/qqok5jgd/1726e9dd-9dba-4ae5-a45b-569d790c0d5e.jpg @bedazzleme.ae https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/o24e2khv/8cbc2d52-5fb2-4aae-bd4b-8b9faceab996.jpg @mylittleonedubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/qvxi8yud/179ed566-4448-49d7-8ce7-24e71e478934.jpg @velouratrunks Gulf News en 2026-07-21T15:26:22.550+04:00 From fitness tracker to fashion statement: Why wearable tech is getting stylish Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-residents-update-latest-on-iran-attacks-flight-cancellations-and-travel-advisories-1.500615183 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/czc30gvu/1.jpg Ships sailing near the Strait of Hormuz. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T15:10:15.093+04:00 UAE residents' update: Latest on Iran attacks, flight cancellations and travel advisories UAE, Mena, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/thank-you-lionel-messi-if-this-was-your-final-world-cup-what-a-privilege-it-has-been-1.500614950 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/lwc7w5y6/newsml_afp_com_20260719T230240Z_doc_c2lk8p9.jpeg Argentina forward Lionel Messi (#10) reacts after Spain's victory in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, with fans chanting his name despite Argentina's defeat, at New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/lwc7w5y6/newsml_afp_com_20260719T230240Z_doc_c2lk8p9.jpeg Argentina forward Lionel Messi (#10) reacts after Spain's victory in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, with fans chanting his name despite Argentina's defeat, at New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T15:03:50.116+04:00 Thank you, Lionel Messi: If this was your final World Cup, what a privilege it has been World Cup, Opinion, football https://gulfnews.com/uae/visa-types-explained-e-visa-eta-and-visa-on-arrival-what-travellers-need-to-know-1.500615205 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/jus4xvzm/STOCK_VISA___Travel___Holiday_1880627a74d_original_ratio.jpg How passport power, e-Visas, ETAs and visas on arrival shape your summer travel Gulf News en 2026-07-21T15:02:02.144+04:00 Visa types explained: e-Visa, ETA and visa on arrival — what travellers need to know UAE, Travel, UAE Travel, e-visa, UAE Visas, Summer, Schengen visa, Visa https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/dubais-offers-residents-dh3000-in-travel-perks-for-bringing-family-friends-to-visit-1.500615222 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/s2vqegsc/Stock___Dubai_tourism___Dubai_Destination___Dubai_Skyline_17de6b1b6db_original_ratio.jpg The initiative aims to encourage residents to share Dubai with their friends and relatives while rewarding them with exclusive experiences across the city's hospitality, dining and attractions sectors. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T15:01:05.436+04:00 Dubai offers residents Dh3,000+ in travel perks for bringing family, friends to visit Tourism, Dubai tourism https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/why-bts-shakira-madonna-and-bieber-werent-paid-traditional-performance-fees-for-fifa-world-cup-halftime-show-1.500615215 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/cs3ell20/IMG0040.PNG The stars brought the hits, the spectacle and the global attention, while the money went elsewhere. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T14:55:04.212+04:00 Why BTS, Shakira, Madonna and Bieber weren't paid traditional performance fees for FIFA World Cup halftime show Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/the-entertainers-to-a-city-reborn-kevin-keegans-newcastle-legacy-is-greater-than-football-1.500615182 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-04-13/15qdydj8/newsml_afp_com_20250413T153225Z_doc_42848he.jpeg Former manager Kevin Keegan honoured in banners ahead of the English Premier League football match between Newcastle United and Manchester United at St James' Park in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, north east England on April 13, 2025. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/eu815hyd/preview.jpg Former Newcastle United, Liverpool and England star Kevin Keegan died aged 75. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-17/c80vrb6t/newsml_afp_com_20260517T181211Z_doc_b34r7ed.jpeg St James' Park in Newcastle-upon-Tyne on May 17, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T14:38:22.058+04:00 The Entertainers to a city reborn: Kevin Keegan’s Newcastle legacy is greater than football Football, Opinion https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/banking/uae-jaywan-card-explained-1.500615163 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-04-14/qagodk3k/Stock-Jaywan-Card.jpg In addition to global networks such as Visa and Mastercard, UAE residents now have another payment option - Jaywan, the country's first domestic card payment scheme. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T14:36:19.287+04:00 Jaywan card: Everything you need to know about the UAE's first domestic card scheme Living-Banking, UAE, Banking, Your Money, UAE Central Bank, UAE banks, Jaywan https://gulfnews.com/technology/galaxy-z-fold-8-vs-fold-7-5-biggest-upgrades-that-could-make-you-switch-1.500614992 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-09/fc4nwjth/Samsung-Galaxy-Z-Fold-7-smartphones ILLUSTRATIVE PURPOSES ONLY: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 smartphones during a media event ahead of Galaxy Unpacked at the Brooklyn Navy Yard in New York, US, on Monday, July 7, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T14:19:43.973+04:00 Galaxy Z Fold 8 vs Fold 7: 5 biggest upgrades that could make you switch Technology https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/india-approves-its-first-dengue-vaccine-1.500615171 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/12/10/20201210-coronavirus-vaccine_1764c38c221_large.jpg India has approved its first vaccine to prevent dengue, clearing Qdenga to be used in people aged between four and 60 years. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T14:19:12.630+04:00 India approves its first dengue vaccine India, india https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/avengers-doomsday-advance-bookings-explode-past-105-million-in-12-hours-1.500615155 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/rt40j73a/avengers.jpg The trailer launch on Monday also marked the beginning of the film’s theatrical rollout https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/twe0vhbs/marvels-ominous-avengers-doomsday-poster-makes-doctor-dooms6j9z.1920.webp Gulf News en 2026-07-21T14:10:49.120+04:00 Avengers: Doomsday advance bookings explode past $10.5 million in 12 hours Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/gn-reach/1-day-to-galaxy-unpacked-samsungs-countdown-continues-with-ai-that-reads-the-room-1.500615090 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/bz2n4uho/Samsung-Galaxy1200x432Reach.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/cclxbuze/Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-A-New-Shape-Unfolds-TEASER.gif Gulf News en 2026-07-21T13:46:19.033+04:00 1 day to Galaxy Unpacked: Samsung's countdown continues with AI that reads the room GN Reach, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/my-politics-is-humanity-tovino-thomas-backs-peaceful-protesters-decries-repressive-tactics-1.500615070 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2018/11/11/Tovino_Thomas_resources1_16a0851965c_large.jpg Tovino Thomas https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/baxr75zn/190326_tovino_thomas_resources1_16a30b3d5d5_original_ratio.jpg Tovino Thomas in one of his films Gulf News en 2026-07-21T13:35:53.003+04:00 ‘My politics is humanity’: Tovino Thomas backs peaceful protesters, decries repressive tactics Entertainment, India, South-Indian, bollywood, kerala, kerala cinema, india https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/pakistani-born-physician-elected-to-lead-us-religious-freedom-panel-1.500615027 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/lj6u0ehf/Asif-Mahmood.jpg Asif Mahmood, a practising pulmonologist, human rights advocate and philanthropist, previously served as USCIRF’s vice-chair. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T13:33:08.138+04:00 Pakistani-born physician elected to lead US religious freedom panel Pakistan, Americas https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/ruturaj-gaikwad-named-captain-of-west-zone-for-duleep-trophy-1.500615099 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-18/j7t68cqw/newsml_afp_com_20260518T180242Z_doc_b39c67n.jpeg Ruturaj Gaikwad Gulf News en 2026-07-21T13:27:36.631+04:00 Ruturaj Gaikwad named captain of West Zone for Duleep Trophy Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/meet-dubais-bee-fairy-lady-who-handles-bees-without-a-protective-suit-1.500615018 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/khwja679/GN03985.JPG Meeting Dr. Hammal's hives at the Jane Goodall Pollinator Garden we saw how she handles her bees, all without a suit of course. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/lbz4fook/GN04017.JPG "Bees saved me from myself," she says. Back then, she describes herself as a lost teenager, just following her parents' path with no direction of her own. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/vpq43fbf/GN03979.JPG Every inspection still holds a surprise, she says. Fresh wax means the colony needs more room. A frame of sealed brood means a new generation is on the way. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/ol89jgze/GN04006.JPG Dr. Hammal always puts a coloured dot on her queens. Can you spot it in this picture? https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/fe9wrkpx/GN04010.JPG Meeting Dr. Hammal's hives at the Jane Goodall Pollinator Garden we saw how she handles her bees, all without a suit of course. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T13:20:43.804+04:00 Meet Dubai's 'Bee Fairy Lady' who handles bees without a protective suit people, Lifestyle, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/got-unused-emirates-skywards-miles-here-is-where-you-can-spend-them-this-summer-1.500615077 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/cscjtlk3/emiratesskywards-miles-mall-retouched-2.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-21T13:04:23.623+04:00 Got unused Emirates Skywards Miles? Here is where you can spend them this summer Aviation, Emirates airline https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/spain-return-to-top-of-fifa-rankings-after-world-cup-triumph-1.500615068 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/f504wrm2/newsml_afp_com_20260720T211601Z_doc_c2ph26w.jpeg Spain's defender Marc Cucurella plays the drums as Spain's players celebrate on a stage at Cibeles Square in Madrid on July 20, 2026, one day after winning their second World Cup title following a 1-0 victory against Argentina. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T12:53:13.439+04:00 Spain return to top of FIFA rankings after World Cup triumph World Cup, football, FIFA World Cup, FIFA, spain https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/amitabh-bachchan-hints-at-surgery-icu-stay-and-difficult-homecoming-a-defeat-stares-at-you-1.500615039 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-11/ky8sc7n4/af64a2bab189ea9d25bbb1129e976b62.jpg The veteran actor, who regularly shares personal thoughts and observations on his blog, appeared to write about the physical and emotional difficulties that can follow a serious health setback. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T12:41:16.216+04:00 Amitabh Bachchan hints at surgery, ICU stay and difficult homecoming: ‘A defeat stares at you’ Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-tax/how-uae-businesses-can-claim-small-business-relief-on-corporate-tax-1.500615000 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/8keadple/Tax_17a0a32004a_original_ratio.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/xarpreca/1600510672986.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-07-21T12:21:56.277+04:00 How UAE businesses can claim Small Business Relief on corporate tax Corporate Tax, Tax News, YourMoney-Taxation, YourMoney-Taxation, UAE Corporate Tax, UAE tax https://gulfnews.com/business/analysis/how-a-national-card-scheme-quietly-rewires-uaes-payments-backbone-1.500615010 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/xm66lto8/Jaywan-CA.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/dhcdh1me/Suvo.jpg Suvo Sarkar Gulf News en 2026-07-21T12:14:53.354+04:00 How a national card scheme quietly rewires UAE’s payments backbone Analysis, Banking, UAE digital banking https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/indias-biggest-stars-quietest-voices-why-bollywood-icons-salman-khan-shah-rukh-aamir-khan-stay-silent-as-students-rage-over-neet-cpj-protests-1.500614924 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/08/05/OPN-KHANS-IN-BOLLYWOOD_191222a1536_large.jpg Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, and Salman Khan https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/nfwam7iu/TAB_200418_Shabana_Azmi_1587200847446_1718c8aee5b_original_ratio.jpg The march was led by CJP’s Abhijeet Dipke and Gitanjali Angmo, wife of activist Sonam Wangchuk. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-16/519mtczn/202510163542953.jpg Anurag Kashyap https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/04/06/TAB_190405-Javier-Bardem-1554558265603_16a45057977_large.jpg Spain's actor Javier Bardem https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/01/07/Deepika-Padukone-_16f80901e1a_large.jpg Deepika Padukone joins students at Jawaharlal Nehru University, during their protest against JNU violence. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T11:57:00.991+04:00 India’s biggest stars, quietest voices: Why Bollywood icons Salman Khan, Shah Rukh, Aamir Khan stay silent as students rage over NEET, CPJ protests Entertainment, BollyWood, India, Opinion, bollywood, Bollywood icons, india https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/india-summons-russian-envoy-over-ukraine-ship-attack-that-killed-four-indian-seafarers-1.500614991 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/das26pt0/202607213872530.jpg India lodges strong protest with Russia over cargo ship attack that killed four Indians Gulf News en 2026-07-21T11:55:28.051+04:00 India summons Russian envoy over Ukraine ship attack that killed four Indian seafarers India https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/indian-tourist-jailed-in-singapore-over-diamond-in-mouth-theft-attempt-1.500614952 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/vvqcw32o/gulfnews2026-02-08x00eqwiq202602083665436.avif For illustrative purposes only. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T11:47:27.530+04:00 Indian tourist jailed in Singapore over diamond-in-mouth theft attempt India https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-tax/cheap-tax-advice-can-leave-uae-small-businesses-facing-bigger-bills-1.500614938 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/v97pqu5e/IMG9350.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/04/06/STOCK---Corporate-tax---budget---tax---_18756ecd3f0_large.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/wz6njrga/1721733647718.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/04/06/STOCK---Corporate-tax---budget---tax---_18756ecd324_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-21T11:40:36.645+04:00 Cheap tax advice can leave UAE small businesses facing bigger bills Corporate Tax, Tax News, YourMoney-Taxation, YourMoney-Taxation, UAE Corporate Tax, UAE tax https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/its-not-just-bad-periods-doctors-explain-why-endometriosis-is-often-missed-1.500614890 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2018/3/19/1_16a084aec91.2190521_1103587949_16a084aec91_large.jpg Severe period pain sends more young women to the doctor than it used to, yet the average endometriosis diagnosis can still take years to arrive. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/1vny4p6i/WhatsApp_Image_2026_07_18_at_4_52_33_PM.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/yc8qxrfo/Dr__Anusree_Saraswathy.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/rka8b20u/Dr_Sandip___MWCH_4x_scale.png Gulf News en 2026-07-21T11:29:55.418+04:00 'It's not just bad periods': Doctors explain why endometriosis is often missed Health, Lifestyle, Health https://gulfnews.com/uae/emergencies/how-to-report-an-accident-caused-by-an-unknown-driver-in-the-uae-1.500614908 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/zxgfddxs/Hit-and-run Gulf News en 2026-07-21T11:03:37.204+04:00 How to report an accident caused by an unknown driver in the UAE emergencies, Transport, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/inside-indias-gen-z-led-cjp-movement-why-did-cockroach-janta-party-protests-turn-violent-in-delhi-1.500614923 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/5tpmlsbo/newsml_afp_com_20260720T072609Z_doc_c2ly6ae.jpeg Activists and supporters of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) clash with police personnel during a protest demanding the resignation of India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET examination irregularities in New Delhi on July 20, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/waj3r671/newsml_afp_com_20260721T053901Z_doc_c2pu2nl.jpeg Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke speaks to the media during a protest demanding the resignation of India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET exam irregularities, in New Delhi on July 21, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/waj3r671/newsml_afp_com_20260721T053901Z_doc_c2pu2nl.jpeg Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke speaks to the media during a protest demanding the resignation of India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET exam irregularities, in New Delhi on July 21, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/et7dbkn7/newsml_afp_com_20260720T143906Z_doc_c2n9289.jpeg A Banaras Hindu University (BHU) student in solidarity with Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) holds up a copy of 'The Constitution of India' during a protest demanding the resignation of India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET exam irregularities, inside the university premises in Varanasi on July 20, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/x8zw04ay/newsml_afp_com_20260720T141633Z_doc_c2n926p.jpeg Banaras Hindu University (BHU) students in solidarity with Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) hold placards during a protest demanding the resignation of India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET exam irregularities in Varanasi on July 20, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/h3i3uhsl/newsml_afp_com_20260720T134858Z_doc_c2n23pn.jpeg Police personnel turn over a damaged vehicle as they clash with Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) supporters during a protest demanding the resignation of India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET exam irregularities in New Delhi on July 20, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/akqdc2ac/newsml_afp_com_20260720T122757Z_doc_c2mu4u6.jpeg Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) supporters hold placards during a protest organised by the All India Students' Association (AISA) demanding the resignation of India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET exam irregularities at Freedom Park in Bengaluru on July 20, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/igjdqt93/newsml_afp_com_20260720T113458Z_doc_c2mm3bu.jpeg Rapid Action Force (RAF) personnel fire tear gas shells to disperse supporters of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) during a protest demanding the resignation of India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET exam irregularities in New Delhi on July 20, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/k321s2kt/newsml_afp_com_20260720T113159Z_doc_c2mj6mz.jpeg Police personnel detain a supporter of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) during a protest demanding the resignation of India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET exam irregularities in New Delhi on July 20, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/h7qbyh84/newsml_afp_com_20260720T113343Z_doc_c2mj6na.jpeg A supporter of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) waves the national flag during a protest demanding the resignation of India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET exam irregularities in New Delhi on July 20, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/48boynzz/newsml_afp_com_20260720T100558Z_doc_c2ma9qt.jpeg Activists and supporters of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) gather to take part in a protest demanding the resignation of India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET exam irregularities in New Delhi on July 20, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/cju7en11/20260720450f.jpg CJP members meet JP Nadda, say submitted our demands Gulf News en 2026-07-21T11:03:34.264+04:00 Inside India’s Gen Z-led CJP movement: Why did Cockroach Janta Party protests turn violent in Delhi? India, india https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/uae-gold-prices-jump-dh5-but-buyers-still-save-dh150-on-10-grams-1.500614915 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-27/zfl5ti2d/newsml_afp_com_20260127T000000Z_PH_GTY_2258544030.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-07-21T10:42:49.024+04:00 UAE gold prices jump Dh5, but buyers still save Dh150 on 10 grams Retail, YourMoney-Saving-Investment, UAE Gold, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/changer-ae-and-tether-sign-mou-to-explore-cross-border-usd-settlement-solution-and-advance-the-uaes-digital-finance-ecosystem-1.500614905 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/qdjokjqf/IMG-20260721-WA0002.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-21T10:41:01.503+04:00 Changer. AE and Tether sign MOU to explore cross-border USD₮ settlement solution and advance the UAE's digital finance ecosystem Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/here-i-am-baby-vishal-dadlani-refutes-social-media-rumours-of-exit-from-indian-idol-16-over-neet-ug-row-1.500614909 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/2q0d4uya/Copy_of_008446_01_08_1574770458935_16ea7a24138_original_ratio.jpg Ananya Panday (L) and Bhumi Pednekar (R) pose with singer/composer Vishal Dadlani on the set of music reality show 'Indian Idol 11 Gulf News en 2026-07-21T10:33:37.108+04:00 ‘Here I am, baby’: Vishal Dadlani refutes social media rumours of exit from Indian Idol 16 over NEET-UG row Entertainment, BollyWood, India, bollywood, india https://gulfnews.com/uae/these-indian-filipino-tourists-can-get-uae-visa-on-arrival-1.500614907 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/obe1ioex/Dubai-Airports-Dec-2025 Dubai International Airport Gulf News en 2026-07-21T10:32:07.817+04:00 These Indian, Filipino tourists can get UAE visa on arrival UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/nine-dead-15-trapped-after-india-tunnel-collapse-1.500614904 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/cww3o0ca/14.jpg Ambulance and Fire tenders rush to the spot following Samardung tunnel collapse. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T10:30:22.341+04:00 Nine dead, 15 trapped after India tunnel collapse India https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/diljit-dosanjh-backs-cjp-protests-in-delhi-students-shouldnt-have-been-treated-this-way-1.500614884 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-11/um7mbhwb/202605113783389.jpg Dosanjh was among several actors and public figures who expressed solidarity with the students. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T10:24:47.522+04:00 Diljit Dosanjh backs CJP protests in Delhi: ‘Students shouldn’t have been treated this way’ Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-expresses-solidarity-with-india-conveys-condolences-over-flood-victims-1.500614633 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/1iicllyp/fb605moc1ka013epo.jpg UAE offers sympathy and support to India as heavy rains cause deaths, injuries and widespread damage Gulf News en 2026-07-21T10:07:50.874+04:00 UAE expresses solidarity with India, conveys condolences over flood victims UAE, UAE, indi https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/how-massage-guns-work-and-when-they-actually-help-1.500602500 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/cdewwf06/theragun-2-1.png Targeted muscle relief https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-09/l56sc9kj/theragun-1.png Targeted muscle relief Gulf News en 2026-07-21T10:00:00.000+04:00 How massage guns work and when they actually help Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/xo-kitty-season-4-update-netflix-mulls-movie-finale-fans-want-more-than-a-rushed-goodbye-1.500614871 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-05/dvdohwrg/minho3.webp Sangheon Lee and Anna Cathcart in XO, Kitty Season 3. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-12/9usknl9s/xokitty444.webp But the show has not been secretly cancelled. According to a report by Deadline's Nellie Andreeva, XO, Kitty is currently stuck in a rather frustrating state of creative limbo. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T09:59:52.529+04:00 XO, Kitty Season 4 update: Netflix mulls movie finale, fans want more than a rushed goodbye Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/why-choosing-the-right-dubai-broker-can-make-or-break-your-property-deal-1.500614850 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/ft0lt0qo/Bayut.gif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/qc7wkihj/Fibha-Ahmed.gif Fibha Ahmed, Vice President of Sales at Bayut Gulf News en 2026-07-21T09:53:18.057+04:00 Why choosing the right Dubai broker can make or break your property deal Company News, Company News https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/heartbroken-but-proud-argentines-give-world-cup-runners-up-a-heros-welcome-1.500614864 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/45ascrpf/newsml_afp_com_20260720T232209Z_doc_c2pn4wz.jpeg Argentina's head coach Lionel Scaloni (3-L) and members of Argentina's national football team wave aboard an open-top bus as they drive towards the Argentine Football Association (AFA) training camp in Ezeiza, Buenos Aires Province, on July 20, 2026, after returning from the United States following their defeat in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T09:43:06.200+04:00 Heartbroken but proud: Argentines give World Cup runners-up a hero’s welcome World Cup, football, FIFA World Cup, Argentina national football team https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/adnoc-approves-62-billion-umm-shaif-gas-development-1.500614861 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-02-20/zhrmvelz/_1x_1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-21T09:42:14.183+04:00 ADNOC approves $6.2 billion Umm Shaif gas development Energy https://gulfnews.com/business/my-business-millions-of-date-palms-were-dying-this-founder-built-ai-to-find-the-threat-1.500614153 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/ivj1ymte/Image-1020-1.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/hzp04y31/web-80.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/x5n8j8ki/4Z9A3539__1_.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/wtrt07yk/cd00aa1c_83f3_462e_addc_d8675717e035_2__2_.JPG Gulf News en 2026-07-21T09:24:30.218+04:00 My Business: Millions of date palms were dying. This founder built AI to find the threat Business, My Business https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/etihad-emirates-air-arabia-flydubai-cancel-kuwait-flights-as-gulf-tensions-disrupt-uae-operations-1.500614834 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/xunflxu4/newsml_afp_com_20260603T063515Z_doc_b4tz4we.jpeg Security officers at the Kuwait International Airport on June 1, 2026, when the airport resumed operations following a phased reopening plan. Several flights to Kuwait have been cancelled or suspended due to operational reasons amid heightened regional tensions. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T09:24:26.009+04:00 Etihad, Emirates, Air Arabia, flydubai cancel Kuwait flights as Gulf tensions disrupt UAE operations Aviation, Travel, Emirates Group, FlyDubai, UAE Airports, UAE Travel, Emirates airline, Etihad Airways, Air Arabia https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/did-marc-cucurella-really-carry-the-world-cup-trophy-in-a-trash-bag-1.500614833 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/w1rfixcz/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286812267.jpeg Marc Cucurella #24 of Spain celebrates with the FIFA World Cup Winner’s Trophy after the team’s victory following the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T09:22:50.173+04:00 Did Marc Cucurella really carry the World Cup trophy in a trash bag? World Cup, football, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-imposes-50-tariff-on-canadian-goods-whats-included-and-excluded-1.500614642 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/ad3b0utc/preview.jpg FILE - President Donald Trump speaks during an event to announce new tariffs in the Rose Garden at the White House on April 2, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein, File) Gulf News en 2026-07-21T09:17:56.864+04:00 Trump imposes 50% tariff on Canadian goods — what's included, and excluded Trump Canada 50 tariff autos alcohol cheese https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/philippine-airlines-bets-34-billion-on-boeing-787-dreamliners-sets-sights-on-new-era-of-long-haul-growth-1.500614814 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/hixefo2s/PAL-787-10.webp An artist's rendition of a Philippine Airlines (PAL) Boeing 787-10. The order, estimated at $3.4 billion, underscores Boeing's enduring relationship with the Philippines' oldest airline. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T09:05:38.058+04:00 PAL orders up to 20 Boeing 787 Dreamliners in $3.4-billion push to expand global network Aviation https://gulfnews.com/travel/flying-from-uae-today-latest-etihad-flydubai-air-france-flight-cancellations-travel-advisories-explained-1.500614802 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-07/02yg0ndt/Abu-Dhabi-Airport.jpg Passengers at Abu Dhabi's Zayed International Airport. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T09:05:20.888+04:00 Flying from UAE today? Latest Etihad, flydubai, Air France flight cancellations, travel advisories explained Travel, Aviation, UAE Travel, Emirates airline, Etihad Airways, Air Arabia, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/kylian-mbappes-star-girlfriend-ester-exposito-celebrates-spains-world-cup-triumph-1.500614812 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/07dorira/newsml_afp_com_20260718T213443Z_doc_c2jv42d.jpeg Spanish actress Ester Exposito attends the 2026 World Cup football tournament third-place match between France and England at the Miami Stadium in Miami on July 18, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T09:01:41.235+04:00 Kylian Mbappe’s star girlfriend Ester Exposito celebrates Spain’s World Cup triumph World Cup, football, FIFA World Cup, spain https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/anurag-kashyap-huma-qureshi-question-police-action-after-delhi-protest-clashes-a-deep-sense-of-sadness-1.500614805 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/qk4uqvjr/newsml_afp_com_20260720T120338Z_doc_c2mm3an.jpeg Supporters of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) take part in a protest demanding the resignation of India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET exam irregularities in New Delhi on July 20, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T08:59:31.768+04:00 Anurag Kashyap, Huma Qureshi question police action after Delhi protest clashes: ‘A deep sense of sadness' Entertainment, India https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/madonna-didnt-want-a-justin-show-why-bieber-and-the-pop-icon-reportedly-clashed-backstage-at-the-world-cup-1.500614790 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/f3ygt160/Untitled-design.jpg Madonna and Justin Bieber performed at the FIFA World Cup Halftime Gulf News en 2026-07-21T08:39:00.266+04:00 Madonna didn’t want a ‘Justin Show’: Why Bieber and the pop icon reportedly clashed backstage at the World Cup Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/videos/news/us-strikes-iran-for-10th-day-as-centcom-targets-missile-drone-sites-1.500614791 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/5x73q9e6/13.jpg Screengrab from footage of 10th consecutive night of US strikes on Iran. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T08:35:22.490+04:00 US strikes Iran for 10th day as CENTCOM targets missile, drone sites news-video, Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/all-these-rashes-chickenpox-surges-in-gaza-camps-1.500614719 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/9w3q5zrs/newsml_afp_com_20260720T220507Z_doc_c2kr4ff.jpeg A displaced Palestinian girl, who according to doctors is suffering from chickenpox, shows rashes on her back as she stands inside her family's tent in Khan Yunis, in the southern Gaza Strip, on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/oie8tbxv/newsml_afp_com_20260720T220506Z_doc_c2kt3vk.jpeg A displaced Palestinian girl (L), who according to doctors is suffering from chickenpox, sits inside the family's tent in Khan Yunis, in the southern Gaza Strip, on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/01/27/Members-of-a-displaced-Palestinian-family-sit-inside-a-tent-at-a-makeshift-camp-set-up-by-people-who-fled-the-ongoing-battles-between-Israel-and-Hamas-militants--in-Rafah-in-the-southern-Gaza-Strip-on-January-27--2024._18d4bbfc115_large.jpg Members of a displaced Palestinian family sit inside a tent at a makeshift camp in Rafah in the southern Gaza Gulf News en 2026-07-21T08:35:15.001+04:00 'All these rashes': chickenpox surges in Gaza camps Mena https://gulfnews.com/uae/how-the-uae-lotterys-cool-bus-shelter-initiative-is-bringing-relief-to-outdoor-workers-1.500614649 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/i45lwpmc/Cool-Bus-Shelter-The-UAE-Lottery.jpg.jpeg The UAE Lottery joined forces with SmartLife Foundation to support outdoor workers through the Cool Bus Shelter initiative Gulf News en 2026-07-21T08:35:08.195+04:00 How the UAE Lottery's 'Cool Bus Shelter' initiative is bringing relief to outdoor workers UAE, The UAE Lottery https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/delhi-protest-cjp-continues-jantar-mantar-march-after-clashes-with-police-1.500614794 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/qhe32tr4/newsml_afp_com_20260720T122757Z_doc_c2mu4wr.jpeg Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) supporters hold placards during a protest organised by the All India Students' Association (AISA) demanding the resignation of India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET exam irregularities at Freedom Park in Bengaluru on July 20, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/tvt8dtlc/newsml_afp_com_20260720T144907Z_doc_c2n928b.jpeg A volunteer reaches toward a Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) supporter to get him down during a protest demanding the resignation of India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET exam irregularities in Varanasi on July 20, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/et7dbkn7/newsml_afp_com_20260720T143906Z_doc_c2n9289.jpeg A Banaras Hindu University (BHU) student in solidarity with Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) holds up a copy of 'The Constitution of India' during a protest demanding the resignation of India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET exam irregularities, inside the university premises in Varanasi on July 20, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/j2nip4u0/newsml_afp_com_20260720T142214Z_doc_c2n926h.jpeg Banaras Hindu University (BHU) students in solidarity with Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) hold placards during a protest demanding the resignation of India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET exam irregularities in Varanasi on July 20, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/p06nl4u0/newsml_afp_com_20260720T123106Z_doc_c2mu4xr.jpeg A Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) supporter holds a placard during a protest organised by the All India Students' Association (AISA) demanding the resignation of India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET exam irregularities at Freedom Park in Bengaluru on July 20, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/akqdc2ac/newsml_afp_com_20260720T122757Z_doc_c2mu4u6.jpeg Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) supporters hold placards during a protest organised by the All India Students' Association (AISA) demanding the resignation of India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET exam irregularities at Freedom Park in Bengaluru on July 20, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/h3i3uhsl/newsml_afp_com_20260720T134858Z_doc_c2n23pn.jpeg Police personnel turn over a damaged vehicle as they clash with Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) supporters during a protest demanding the resignation of India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET exam irregularities in New Delhi on July 20, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/7w00tsdo/newsml_afp_com_20260720T134752Z_doc_c2n23qu.jpeg Police personnel turn over a damaged vehicle as they clash with Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) supporters during a protest demanding the resignation of India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET exam irregularities in New Delhi on July 20, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/monk1q6b/newsml_afp_com_20260720T133859Z_doc_c2n23qd.jpeg Police personnel turn over their damaged vehicles as they clash with Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) supporters during a protest demanding the resignation of India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET exam irregularities in New Delhi on July 20, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/l7f8et7v/newsml_afp_com_20260720T120756Z_doc_c2mt8mg.jpeg Rapid Action Force (RAF) personnel fire tear gas shells to disperse supporters of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) during a protest demanding the resignation of India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET exam irregularities in New Delhi on July 20, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/8mi8amtf/newsml_afp_com_20260720T120417Z_doc_c2mr4tb.jpeg Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) supporters run as police fire tear gas shells to disperse them during a protest demanding the resignation of India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET exam irregularities in New Delhi on July 20, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/0j2ywhxf/newsml_afp_com_20260720T115937Z_doc_c2mm39h.jpeg People assist a protester after she fainted during a clash with police in the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest demanding the resignation of India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET exam irregularities in New Delhi on July 20, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/994o9fa9/newsml_afp_com_20260720T113823Z_doc_c2mm3a9.jpeg A protester reacts after police fired tear gas shells to disperse the supporters of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) during a protest demanding the resignation of India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET exam irregularities in New Delhi on July 20, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T08:34:22.121+04:00 Delhi protest: CJP continues Jantar Mantar march after clashes with police India, india https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/shabana-azmi-feels-dizzy-at-cjp-delhi-protests-helped-to-security-cabin-amid-march-1.500614782 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/nfwam7iu/TAB_200418_Shabana_Azmi_1587200847446_1718c8aee5b_original_ratio.jpg The march was led by CJP’s Abhijeet Dipke and Gitanjali Angmo, wife of activist Sonam Wangchuk. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T08:22:26.153+04:00 Shabana Azmi feels dizzy at CJP Delhi protests, helped to security cabin amid march Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/delhi-protest-clashes-police-analyse-250-videos-to-identify-miscreants-2-1.500614776 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/l7f8et7v/newsml_afp_com_20260720T120756Z_doc_c2mt8mg.jpeg Rapid Action Force (RAF) personnel fire tear gas shells to disperse supporters of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) during a protest demanding the resignation of India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET exam irregularities in New Delhi on July 20, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T08:13:21.916+04:00 Delhi protest clashes: Police analyse 250 videos to identify miscreants India, india https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/avengers-doomsday-trailer-has-no-spider-man-confirmation-is-tom-holland-really-sitting-this-one-out-1.500614768 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/njso7pq0/tomholland.webp Tom Holland as Spider-Man https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/86poaka9/tab_Zendaya_and_Tom_Holland_in_Spider_Man_Far_From_Home__2019__1559028807982_16afd5bb92f_original_ra.jpg Tom Holland and Zendaya in 'Spider Man: Far From Home' Gulf News en 2026-07-21T08:08:32.308+04:00 Avengers Doomsday trailer has no Spider-Man confirmation: Is Tom Holland really sitting this one out? Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/us-iran-conflict-hormuz-crisis-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-today-july-21-1.500614765 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/uv6p89jx/UK Passengers at the departures area of Dubai International Airport. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T08:07:09.619+04:00 US-Iran conflict, Hormuz crisis: What UAE residents need to know today (July 21) UAE, Mena https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/uae-morning-traffic-delays-on-al-ittihad-sheikh-mohammed-bin-zayed-road-1.500614759 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/yb2kv7lo/gulfnews2026-07-14nr3w0usugulfnews2026-01-2280txqjmtNAT-DUBAI-ROAD-1-Read-Only.avif Gulf News en 2026-07-21T07:50:33.347+04:00 UAE morning traffic: Delays on Al Ittihad, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road Transport, Dubai, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/avengers-doomsday-trailer-marvel-grasps-at-endgame-straws-as-the-multiverse-gets-messy-again-5-takeaways-1.500614745 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/rstelu7a/chris-evans.JPG Chris Evans as Steve Rogers in Avengers Doomsday Gulf News en 2026-07-21T07:49:59.049+04:00 Avengers Doomsday trailer: Marvel grasps at Endgame straws as the multiverse gets messy (again) — 5 takeaways Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-warns-sharing-private-photos-can-lead-to-ro5000-fine-3-years-in-jail-1.500614743 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-19/0uxqq8o1/190906_mobile_phones_16d07009773_original_ratio.jpg Public urged to respect digital privacy as Oman enforces strict cyber penalties Gulf News en 2026-07-21T07:39:03.384+04:00 Oman warns: Sharing private photos can lead to RO5,000 fine, 3 years in jail Oman, social media, Oman, cybercrime https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/chile-declares-state-of-emergency-over-deadly-rainfall-1.500614438 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/ppt7bq1a/newsml_afp_com_20260718T193657Z_doc_c2jt4wf.jpeg People stand next to a large sinkhole formed after heavy rains in Viña del Mar, Chile, on July 18, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T07:19:38.193+04:00 Chile declares state of emergency over deadly rainfall Americas https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/id-fresh-to-open-second-uae-factory-in-sharjah-as-it-eyes-1-billion-india-ipo-next-year-1.500614031 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/ixl5k0zo/ID-Fresh.-7.jpg A production line at iD Fresh Food's Ajman facility, where the company manufactures fresh idli and dosa batter, chapatis and parathas for consumers across the GCC. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/19q12v7h/DSC03285.JPG “Growth at any cost is the philosophy of a cancer cell. I didn't want to be a cancer cell,” says PC Musthafa, Chairman and Global CEO of iD Fresh Food, during a tour of the company's Ajman manufacturing facility. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/b701gz7p/ID-Fresh.-3.jpg Inside iD Fresh Food's Ajman factory, where batter is made using natural fermentation and automated production processes before being distributed across the UAE and wider Gulf region. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/htyifq58/ID-Fresh.-4.jpg Employees at iD Fresh Food's Ajman factory oversee the production and packaging of fresh food products destined for supermarkets across the UAE and neighbouring markets. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/xqjw39sy/ID-Fresh.-5.jpg iD Fresh Food's Ajman plant uses customised food-processing technology and AI-driven demand forecasting to help minimise wastage while producing fresh food at scale. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T07:00:00.000+04:00 iD Fresh to open second UAE factory in Sharjah as it eyes $1 billion India IPO next year Markets, exclusiuve, Food https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-president-says-country-in-full-scale-war-with-us-as-houthis-announce-saudi-maritime-blockade-1.500613551 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/e7yjsxxl/images.jpg 'The reality is that today the Islamic Republic of Iran is engaged in a full-scale war,' Pezeshkian said. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/nzv1osyd/Screenshot-2026-07-21-at-8.01.00-AM.png Footage released by the US Central Command (CENTCOM), shows US forces launching strikes on Iranian military capabilities. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/e7yjsxxl/images.jpg 'The reality is that today the Islamic Republic of Iran is engaged in a full-scale war,' Pezeshkian said. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-02/5jy15iwl/ANI_20260702220224.jpg Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/l73j5vp3/ANI_20260718004047.jpg US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T06:47:24.761+04:00 Iran president says country in 'full-scale war' with US as Houthis announce Saudi maritime blockade Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/air-france-temporarily-halts-dubai-riyadh-flights-and-extends-beirut-suspension-1.500614725 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-29/mf2kk3ti/Air_France_KLM_16a7dfeebcb_original_ratio.jpg Air France extends Beirut suspension and delays Dubai, Riyadh resumptions Gulf News en 2026-07-21T06:28:59.775+04:00 Air France temporarily halts Dubai, Riyadh flights and extends Beirut suspension Aviation, UAE Travel, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/ask-us/uae-public-holiday-transfer-rule-could-deliver-a-three-day-weekend-in-august-1.500614590 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-06/45t1wj7l/Dubaiskyline2026 Gulf News en 2026-07-21T06:00:00.000+04:00 UAE public holiday transfer rule could deliver a three-day weekend in August Living-Ask-Us, UAE Public holidays https://gulfnews.com/uae/how-to-keep-children-safe-at-uae-pools-and-beaches-10-tips-1.500614692 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2018/11/19/NAT-182011-Kid_Pool_safety-1_16a0851f981_large.jpg Picture for illustrative purposes https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/y7bfngwl/laurence.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/szu8kgu4/lynsay.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-07-21T06:00:00.000+04:00 Taking children to UAE pools and beaches this summer? What parents should know UAE, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/qatar/qatar-resumes-maritime-navigation-within-seven-nautical-miles-1.500614712 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/08/30/Doha-skyline--Doha--Qatar_191a324796a_large.jpg Ministry clarifies exemptions for ships under international maritime conventions Gulf News en 2026-07-21T05:57:42.247+04:00 Qatar resumes maritime navigation within seven nautical miles Qatar, Qatar, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/uk-maritime-agency-says-tanker-struck-off-oman-coast-1.500614668 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/9h6ewbvm/HNtvNLQXcAAkuCx.png On Tuesday, Iran's Revolutionary Guards said they stopped two "non-compliant oil tankers" attempting to transit the Strait of Hormuz, state news agency IRNA reported. "Two non-compliant oil tankers attempting to pass through the unsafe southern route of the Strait of Hormuz were stopped after explosions caused extensive fires aboard them," the Guards said in a statement carried by IRNA. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T05:52:09.400+04:00 UK maritime agency says tanker struck off Oman coast Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-rejects-houthi-claims-vows-to-protect-shipping-under-international-law-1.500614706 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/09/23/OPN-200923-SAUDI-FLAGS-1600857243870_174ba8700df_large.jpg Saudi Arabia cites UN law, ship entries to deny blockade and navigation curbs Gulf News en 2026-07-21T05:47:01.652+04:00 Saudi Arabia rejects Houthi claims, vows to protect shipping under international law Saudi, Saudi Arabia, Yemen https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-military-says-targeted-us-base-in-kuwait-1.500614661 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/fnn3v285/Screenshot-2026-07-21-at-9.01.29-AM.png The IRGC Navy carried out has said it launched a "coordinated three-phase operation" that caused significant damage to US military assets in the region. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T05:46:32.216+04:00 Iran military says targeted US base in Kuwait Mena, Gulfnews https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-temperatures-set-to-fall-before-stabilising-later-this-week-1.500614623 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/tlqm28v9/Weather Gulf News en 2026-07-21T05:36:23.921+04:00 UAE temperatures set to fall before stabilising later this week Weather, UAE weather https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/new-uk-pm-burnham-stamps-authority-with-cabinet-shakeup-1.500614064 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-22/lxblqhcl/Burnham_1782127528001.jpg Andy Burnham is surrounded by supporters at the Stubshaw Cross Community and Sports Club in Ashton-in-Makerfield, England, on June 18, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/tuz4xqk5/newsml_afp_com_20260720T205813Z_doc_c2pe7wm.jpeg Britain's former health secretary Wes Streeting (2nd L) arrives at Downing Street in London on July 20, 2026, as cabinet appointments are being made after Andy Burnham became Britain's new prime minister. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/vb0sibk9/newsml_afp_com_20260720T184428Z_doc_c2p96ya.jpeg Britain's Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden and former Britain's Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper leave 10 Downing Street in London July 20, 2026 as cabinet appointments are being made after Andy Burnham became Britain's new Prime Minister. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/x162uz4h/newsml_afp_com_20260720T163707Z_doc_c2nt866.jpeg Britain's Climate Change and Net Zero Secretary Ed Miliband and Britain's Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood arrives at Downing Street in London July 20, 2026 as cabinet appointments are due to be made after Andy Burnham became Britain's new Prime Minister. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T05:35:40.695+04:00 New UK PM Burnham stamps authority with Cabinet shakeup Europe https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/why-gulf-states-remain-exposed-to-the-us-iran-conflict-1.500614597 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/36hbqxln/preview.jpg Two men wade in the waters of the Strait of Hormuz with vessels anchored in the background, off Bandar Abbas, Iran, Sunday, July 12, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T05:04:00.000+04:00 Why Gulf states remain exposed to the US-Iran conflict Op-Eds, Mena, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-draws-red-line-for-iran-their-behaviour-has-to-change-as-us-keeps-door-open-to-diplomacy-rubio-1.500614684 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/tl90bi95/Screenshot-2026-07-21-at-8.49.45-AM.png US Secretary of State Marco Rubio: The US always remains open to a diplomatic solution. We've tried multiple times with Iran and we'll continue to try... but their behaviour is what we're responding to — and their behaviour is they're launching missiles and drones against ships." Gulf News en 2026-07-21T04:54:44.527+04:00 US draws red line for Iran: 'Their behaviour has to change', US keeps 'door open' to diplomacy — Rubio Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/us-slams-dangerous-china-action-in-sea-clash-with-philippines-navy-2-1.500614675 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-21/os07jpce/Screenshot-2026-07-21-at-8.13.54-AM.png Chinese and Philippine naval forces clashed near the contested Second Thomas Shoal in the West Philippine Sea on Monday (July 20, 2026). Seen here, the crews of two small vessels beat each other with sticks and oars. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T04:26:33.709+04:00 US slams 'dangerous' China action in sea clash with Philippines navy Asia, Philippines https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-military-unleashes-10th-round-of-strikes-against-iran-1.500614672 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/teku20t9/Screenshot-2026-07-21-at-7.40.20-AM.png US military intensifies the campaign with a 10th night of strikes on Iranian targets, aiing to secure the Strait of Hormuz amid growing regional escalation. Gulf News en 2026-07-21T03:44:19.364+04:00 US military unleashes 10th round of strikes against Iran Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/irans-hardliners-vs-pragmatists-soft-coup-betrayal-charges-of-capitulation-amid-leadership-vacuum-1.500614166 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-03/7ob1ai29/ANI_20260703214923.jpg Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf (2nd from right) and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi (right) break down in tears during the farewell ceremony for former Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/yfvt45iu/Top-3-Iran.avif Senior Iranian officials attend the funeral of slain supreme leader Ali Khamenei. From left to right: Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, Parliament Speaker and lead negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Chief Justice Gholamhossein Mohseni Eejei, and president Masoud Pezeshkian, July 4, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/yfvt45iu/Top-3-Iran.avif Senior Iranian officials attend the funeral of slain supreme leader Ali Khamenei. From left to right: Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, Parliament Speaker and lead negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Chief Justice Gholamhossein Mohseni Eejei, and president Masoud Pezeshkian, July 4, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/e7yjsxxl/images.jpg Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has played a central role in negotiating and securing a ceasefire with the Trump administration that included sanctions relief. He has been labelled by hardliners as a “compromiser.” https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/mehkopup/ANI_20260716173257.jpg Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi. Iranian regime hardliners have derided him as a “traitorous sellout.” https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-24/n3i4fjtp/ANI_20260424071146.jpg Iranian leadership of speaker MB Ghalibaf, President Pezeshkian and Judiciary head Mohseni-Ejei. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-10/gnr35vxk/ANI_20260710211149.jpg Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf Gulf News en 2026-07-21T02:34:39.979+04:00 Iran’s hardliners vs pragmatists — 'soft coup', betrayal, charges of capitulation amid war, uncertainty Mena https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/asian-man-deported-by-sharjah-court-for-illegal-money-transfers-1.500614605 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2017/1/4/1_16a07ff34ac.1956096_3171608052_16a07ff34ac_large.jpg The Sharjah Court. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T23:49:44.865+04:00 Asian man deported by Sharjah court for illegal money transfers Crime, Sharjah, Sharjah Police https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/uae-expands-global-trade-network-with-37-cepas-1.500614471 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/oltdv9oj/00b05lf61ka1lj5po.jpg Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of Foreign Trade Gulf News en 2026-07-20T23:23:31.866+04:00 UAE expands global trade network with 37 CEPAs economy https://gulfnews.com/uae/ajman-police-receive-dh792500-to-help-free-struggling-inmates-1.500614394 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/hc7jpyp8/Ajman-Police-receives-Dh792500-donation-to-support-inmates-and-families Ajman Police receives Dh792,500 donation to support inmates and families https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/ej89g1pf/Ajman-Police-receives-Dh792500-donation-to-support-inmates-and-families Ajman Police receives Dh792,500 donation to support inmates and families Gulf News en 2026-07-20T22:21:39.753+04:00 Ajman Police receive Dh792,500 to help free struggling inmates UAE, Ajman https://gulfnews.com/business/us-judge-suspends-paramounts-110-billion-warner-bros-deal-1.500614520 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/wjfpthl8/preview.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-20T22:19:01.417+04:00 US judge suspends Paramount's $110 billion Warner Bros. deal Business https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-to-install-surveillance-cameras-across-all-social-affairs-centres-1.500614465 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/onlr1lya/Kuwait Minister of Social Affairs, Family and Childhood Affairs Dr Amthal Al-Huwailah. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T21:45:52.194+04:00 Kuwait to install surveillance cameras across all social affairs centres Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/kevin-keegan-liverpool-and-newcastle-icon-dies-at-75-1.500614413 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/eu815hyd/preview.jpg Kevin Keegan Gulf News en 2026-07-20T20:51:40.413+04:00 Kevin Keegan, Liverpool and Newcastle icon, dies at 75 Football https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/dubai-airport-operating-near-full-capacity-despite-regional-conflict-1.500614416 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/44cpa4nk/Stock-photo-of-Dubai-Airports-Dec-2025 Dubai Airports CEO Paul Griffiths says operations are stable as airlines reroute flights around affected airspace. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-19/z73yanbr/STAFFBUS_251119_Dubai_Airshow_Paul_Griffiths_VSAKLANI_71763556361563.jpg Paul Griffiths, CEO of Dubai Airports Gulf News en 2026-07-20T20:28:45.581+04:00 Dubai airports are operating near full capacity despite US-Iran tensions: CEO Aviation, Tourism, UAE Travel, Dubai travel, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/world-champions-spain-return-home-to-heroes-welcome-1.500614445 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/0r7m3s2m/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286814075.jpeg Rodri #16 of Spain is presented the FIFA World Cup Winner’s Trophy by FIFA President Gianni Infantino and U.S. President Donald Trump as they celebrate the World Cup champions following the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T20:18:10.118+04:00 World champions Spain return home to heroes’ welcome World Cup https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/four-indian-sailors-killed-as-ship-hit-near-odesa-1.500614427 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/xwuly1zx/Leo.jpg The destroyed civilian cargo ship Golden Leo on the Black Sea, following an alleged Russian missile strike. Ukraine's navy said on July 19, 2026 that Russian missile strikes on a Turkish-owned cargo ship carrying grain had killed six people on board, while another four crew members were missing. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T20:12:07.250+04:00 Four Indian sailors killed as ship hit near Odesa India https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/andy-burnham-king-of-the-north-in-no-10-downing-street-1.500614437 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/cz7d4ons/newsml_afp_com_20260720T123140Z_doc_c2mr4tn.jpeg Britain's new Prime Minister Andy Burnham gives his first speech in front of 10 Downing Street in central London on July 20, 2026, after being asked by the king to form the next government. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T20:09:03.859+04:00 Andy Burnham: ‘King of the North’ in No 10 Downing Street Europe, UK https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/andy-burnham-becomes-uks-seventh-prime-minister-in-a-decade-1.500614432 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/jymbrk1w/newsml_afp_com_20260720T114904Z_doc_c2mn3ma.jpeg Labour Party leader Andy Burnham and his wife Marie-France van Heel, wave after an audience at Buckingham Palace, London, where Britain's King Charles III invited the leader of the Labour Party to become Prime Minister and form a new government, on July 20, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T20:04:29.884+04:00 Andy Burnham becomes UK’s seventh prime minister in a decade Europe, UK https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/al-ansari-financial-services-expands-western-union-partnership-across-bahrain-and-kuwait-1.500614391 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/t6p8c39z/MOHAMM1.JPG Mohammad Bitar, Deputy Group CEO of Al Ansari Financial Services, and Nicolas Levi, Regional Vice President and Head of the Middle East, Pakistan and Afghanistan at Western Union, with members of both teams at the signing ceremony. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T19:14:47.498+04:00 Al Ansari Financial Services expands Western Union partnership across Bahrain and Kuwait Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/a-200-jump-in-response-dubai-polices-ai-platform-is-transforming-protection-1.500614371 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/7aha2k74/Dubai-Police Gulf News en 2026-07-20T19:02:49.735+04:00 A 200% jump in response: Dubai Police’s AI platform is transforming protection Government, UAE, Dubai, Dubai Police https://gulfnews.com/uae/rafid-call-exposes-stolen-vehicle-after-crash-in-sharjah-1.500614321 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/rh9uf7gh/Sharjah Gulf News en 2026-07-20T19:01:34.855+04:00 Rafid call exposes stolen vehicle after crash in Sharjah UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/more-than-190000-emiratis-now-employed-by-uae-private-sector-1.500614308 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/afzzid2u/Mohre Gulf News en 2026-07-20T19:00:56.335+04:00 More than 190,000 Emiratis now employed by UAE private sector UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/transport/dubai-left-lane-rules-fines-speed-limits-and-restrictions-explained-1.500314249 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-14/nr3w0usu/gulfnews2026-01-2280txqjmtNAT-DUBAI-ROAD-1-Read-Only.avif From overtaking etiquette to penalties for not giving way, here’s what every driver should know when driving in the fast lane. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T18:10:40.243+04:00 Dubai left lane rules: Fines, speed limits, and restrictions explained Living-Transport, dubai traffic fines, UAE traffic fines, Dubai transport https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/dsp-mohammed-siraj-meets-telanganas-top-cop-1.500614305 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/b5wbfozc/Siraj-2.jpg Indian fast bowler and DSP Mohammed Siraj (second left) meets Telangana Director General of Police (DGP) C.V. Anand (third from left) in Hyderabad. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T18:09:19.954+04:00 DSP Mohammed Siraj meets Telangana's top cop Cricket, India https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-strongly-condemns-renewed-iranian-hostile-attacks-on-bahrain-and-kuwait-1.500614300 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-12/jtk07kgu/Mofa.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-20T18:09:02.397+04:00 UAE strongly condemns renewed Iranian hostile attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait Government, Kuwait, Bahrain https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/what-spains-world-cup-win-can-teach-healthcare-marketing-1.500614293 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/xzpws2v6/PHOTO-2026-03-29-09-06-43.jpg Anurag Kashyap, FCIM, is a communications, healthcare and sustainability enthusiast Gulf News en 2026-07-20T18:01:26.111+04:00 What Spain's World Cup win can teach healthcare marketing GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/did-spain-edit-trump-out-cropped-world-cup-victory-photo-ignites-social-media-debate-1.500614276 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/nnurtu1t/Cropped-Trump A look at the cropped World Cup Victory photo https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/54xhbr8y/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286811689.jpeg Rodri #16 of Spain lifts the FIFA World Cup Winner’s Trophy alongside U.S. President Donald Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino after the team’s victory following during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T17:59:43.578+04:00 Did Spain edit Trump out? Cropped World Cup Victory photo ignites social media debate World Cup, Americas, Donald Trump, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/gn-reach/2-days-to-galaxy-unpacked-samsungs-countdown-begins-with-a-new-shape-2-1.500614095 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/p64otqks/nick.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/0plf5hyl/1200x900ReachTEASER-1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-20T17:48:00.015+04:00 2 days to Galaxy unpacked: Samsung's countdown begins with a new shape GN Reach, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/sport/uae-sport/world-sports-summit-hosts-leaders-and-stars-at-a-world-cup-dinner-in-new-york-1.500614271 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/y52opfpw/WSS-3.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-07-20T17:38:40.076+04:00 World Sports Summit hosts leaders and stars at a World Cup dinner in New York UAE-Sport, World Cup https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/hamas-says-khalil-al-hayya-elected-as-groups-new-chief-1.500614272 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/ad2l7mn9/newsml_afp_com_20260720T114508Z_doc_c2mq6t7.jpeg Khalil Al Hayya Gulf News en 2026-07-20T17:38:37.426+04:00 Hamas says Khalil Al Hayya elected as group's new chief Mena, Gaza, Palestine, Hamas https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/yemens-iran-backed-houthis-announce-maritime-blockade-of-saudi-arabia-1.500614140 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/alpn9zo8/gulfnews2026-04-304f3iz99onewsmlafpcom20260430T150004Zdoca9da6zq.avif Cranes and shipping containers at a loading dock of Jeddah's Islamic Seaport on Saudi Arabia's western Red Sea coast. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T17:29:14.266+04:00 Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis announce maritime blockade of Saudi Arabia Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/has-the-us-quietly-changed-its-objectives-in-iran-1.500614180 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/mruqyx4n/bridge.jpg A heavily-damaged bridge which was hit by a US strike is pictured along the road connecting Roudan and Bandar Abbas in southern Iran on July 18, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T16:49:26.166+04:00 Has the US quietly changed its objectives in Iran? Mena, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/uae-rolls-out-jaywan-the-first-national-payment-card-banks-launch-new-schemes-1.500614102 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/oj7mresn/Jaywan-WAM.jpg Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan launches Jaywan, the UAE’s first national card scheme, in the presence of senior Central Bank, banking and payments industry officials. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T16:40:05.881+04:00 UAE rolls out Jaywan, the first national payment card: Banks launch new schemes Banking, Living-Banking, UAE digital banking https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/is-cristiano-ronaldo-all-set-to-retire-from-international-football-1.500614175 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-03/3gwdo8qf/newsml_afp_com_20260703T003643Z_doc_b94m39z.jpeg Portugal's forward #07 Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates after scoring his team's first goal from the penalty spot during the 2026 World Cup round of 32 football match between Portugal and Croatia at the Toronto Stadium in Toronto on July 2, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T16:38:26.581+04:00 Is Cristiano Ronaldo all set to retire from International football? World Cup, football, Cristiano Ronaldo https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-leaders-congratulate-uks-new-pm-andy-burnham-1.500614151 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/arhdpfdw/preview.jpg Britain's new Prime Minister Andy Burnham and his wife Marie-France van Heel wave as they arrive at 10 Downing Street in London, on Monday, July 20, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T16:23:50.228+04:00 UAE leaders congratulate UK's new PM Andy Burnham Government, Europe, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Sheikh mohamed https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/philippines-paper-trail-of-vp-sara-dutertes-unexplained-wealth-to-be-presented-during-impeachment-trial-what-you-need-to-know-1.500614011 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/9atyzg1x/newsml_afp_com_20260720T084725Z_doc_c2m44ev.jpeg Michael Poa, counsel for Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte, answers questions during the impeachment trial of Duterte at the Senate in Pasay City, Metro Manila on July 20, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/vb9zsoyl/newsml_afp_com_20260720T083301Z_doc_c2m44e9.jpeg Congressman Chel Diokno speaks during the impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte at the Senate in Pasay City, Metro Manila on July 20, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/ce1oofjj/newsml_afp_com_20260720T094243Z_doc_c2ma9pw.jpeg Presiding Officer Senator Francis Escudero bangs the gavel during the impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte at the Senate in Pasay City, Metro Manila on July 20, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T16:05:58.762+04:00 Philippines: Paper trail of VP Sara Duterte's 'unexplained wealth' to be presented during impeachment trial — what you need to know Philippines https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/best-fitness-trackers-and-smartwatches-on-amazonae-2026-find-the-right-fit-for-your-routine-1.500606447 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-13/15w4ppyk/smartwatch-1.png Range of Smartwatch collection Gulf News en 2026-07-20T16:00:00.000+04:00 Best fitness trackers and smartwatches on amazon.ae 2026: Find the right fit for your routine Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/uae-joins-brics-talks-on-sustainable-transport-1.500613783 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/euz8adzk/c0y05llh1ka0vajpo.jpeg Ministers endorsed a joint declaration on sustainable infrastructure and cleaner mobility. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T15:55:26.949+04:00 UAE joins BRICS talks on sustainable transport Transport, India, economy https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/riyadh-air-confirms-order-for-six-more-airbus-a350-jets-at-farnborough-airshow-1.500614094 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/dq392m1e/AirbusRIYADHAIRrendering.png Riyadh Air confirms order for six more Airbus A350-1000 jets at Farnborough Airshow. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T15:50:28.685+04:00 Riyadh Air confirms order for six more Airbus A350 jets at Farnborough Airshow Aviation, Travel, Riyadh Air, travel, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/iu-cancels-concert-and-delays-sixth-album-as-chronic-ear-condition-worsens-found-it-difficult-to-regain-my-form-1.500614065 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-29/3dlzxzm3/newsml_afp_com_20251229T115427Z_doc_898629e.jpeg South Korean singer and actress Lee Ji-eun, known as IU. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T15:46:15.854+04:00 IU cancels concert and delays sixth album as chronic ear condition worsens: 'Found it difficult to regain my form' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-sends-70-tonnes-of-humanitarian-aid-to-venezuela-following-twin-earthquakes-1.500613880 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/cyb44z16/l1q05lls1ka0z8qpo.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-20T15:46:08.039+04:00 UAE sends 70 tonnes of humanitarian aid to Venezuela following twin earthquakes Government https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/fifa-world-cup-2030-morocco-spain-and-portugal-hosts-dates-and-what-to-expect-1.500613911 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/h0o6d2e1/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286823561.jpeg Rodri #16 of Spain lifts the FIFA World Cup Winner’s Trophy after the team’s victory following during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T15:32:54.848+04:00 FIFA World Cup 2030: Morocco, Spain and Portugal hosts, dates and what to expect World Cup, Sport https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/canada-pakistan-reset-ties-with-landmark-visit-1.500614078 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/tasor6z8/Dar-cabada.jpg Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand during meeting with Ishaq Dar, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Pakistan during her visit to Islamabad. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T15:31:27.460+04:00 Canada, Pakistan reset ties with landmark visit Pakistan, Pakistan, Canada https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-residents-update-new-us-iran-strikes-hormuz-ship-fire-flight-cancellations-and-travel-advisories-1.500614040 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/e40ez3a0/260513-N-NO146-1183.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-20T15:18:24.015+04:00 UAE residents’ update: New US-Iran strikes, Hormuz ship fire, flight cancellations and travel advisories UAE, Donald Trump, UAE Travel, Kuwait, Iran Israel conflict https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/visa-immigration/how-dubai-airport-travellers-can-check-smart-gates-eligibility-online-before-flying-1.500614012 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/01/29/biometric-access-smart-gates-at-dubai-airport-supplied-pic2-1706545973754_18d56110a18_large.jpg Smart Gates PreCheck tool reveals whether passengers can skip immigration queues and use biometric gates Gulf News en 2026-07-20T15:04:54.446+04:00 How Dubai Airport travellers can check Smart Gates eligibility online before flying Living-Visa-Immigration, Dubai International Airport DXB, Smart Gates https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/abu-dhabis-sanad-posts-record-dh431-billion-as-airline-engine-demand-rises-1.500614015 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-03-12/kxpkq0fx/Sanad.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-20T14:59:20.339+04:00 Abu Dhabi’s Sanad posts record Dh4.31 billion as airline engine demand rises Aviation https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/khalifa-university-students-develop-ai-platform-to-simplify-cybersecurity-compliance-1.500614032 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/ynjmpfci/gulfnews2025-11-02n2t6lq2456161753312372605517800619221424883968270944n.avif Gulf News en 2026-07-20T14:57:23.944+04:00 Khalifa University students develop AI platform to simplify cybersecurity compliance Education https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/when-spain-star-nico-williams-mother-walked-3000km-while-pregnant-1.500614007 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/avyq2w3i/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286820843.jpeg Nico Williams #17 of Spain walks off the pitch after the team's victory following the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T14:48:41.444+04:00 When Spain's star Nico Williams' mother walked 3,000km while pregnant Football https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/why-pilates-has-become-one-of-the-uaes-biggest-fitness-trends-what-experts-say-1.500610957 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/abyz3qlg/Azadeh-Javan While social media may have introduced many people to Pilates, instructors say the workout goes far beyond aesthetic studios and picture-perfect wellness trends. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/d8qfbb9f/Azadeh-Javan https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-07/b7mzobj2/pilates.avif Pilates isn’t about burning and forgetting. It’s about building lean muscle, engaging your core (oh, you’ll feel it), and rewiring your posture so you stop slouching at your desk Gulf News en 2026-07-20T14:30:37.487+04:00 Why Pilates has become one of the UAE’s biggest fitness trends: What experts say Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/world-cup-curse-can-spain-avoid-the-fate-of-past-champions-at-fifa-world-cup-2030-1.500613950 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/07tu8mld/newsml_afp_com_20260720T032325Z_doc_c2lk4lg.jpeg Spain's midfielder #16 Rodri lifts the trophy with his teammates after winning the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T14:23:02.337+04:00 World Cup curse: Can Spain avoid the fate of past champions at FIFA World Cup 2030? World Cup, Sport https://gulfnews.com/uae/one-year-on-sharjah-turns-unesco-honour-into-action-at-faya-1.500613935 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/vbsgrxei/shrj-3.jpeg A view of Sharjah's Faya Palaeolandscape inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/d37wkn9y/Badour-main.jpg File photo of Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Ambassador of the Faya World Heritage Property, with the Sharjah delegation and representatives of the Sharjah Archaeology Authority during the 47th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee in Paris, celebrating the historic inscription of the Faya Palaeolandscape on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T14:02:29.708+04:00 One year on, Sharjah turns Unesco honour into action at Faya UAE, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/a-world-cup-red-card-can-cost-up-to-20000-who-has-paid-the-biggest-fifa-fines-1.500613900 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/bif4unct/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286802610.jpeg Referee Slavko Vincic shows a red card to Enzo Fernandez #24 of Argentina during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/on7ak2wu/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286802292.jpeg Referee Slavko Vincic shows a red card to Enzo Fernandez #24 of Argentina during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-07/cbbzzl77/newsml_afp_com_20260706T000000Z_PH_GTY_2284974257.jpeg Folarin Balogun #20 of the United States argues with referee Adham Makhadmeh during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between USA and Belgium at Seattle Stadium on July 06, 2026 in Seattle, Washington. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T13:54:33.316+04:00 A World Cup red card can cost up to $20,000: Who has paid the biggest FIFA fines? World Cup, Football, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/fifa-world-cup-2026-teenager-killed-two-injured-during-celebrations-in-spain-1.500613916 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/krh1seqf/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286254193.jpeg Spain fans celebrate in Times Square after the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final between Spain and Argentina on July 19, 2026 in New York City. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T13:37:00.852+04:00 FIFA World Cup 2026: Teenager killed, two injured during celebrations in Spain World Cup, Europe, FIFA World Cup, FIFA, spain https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-launches-365-day-umrah-visa-with-90-day-stay-1.500613885 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-31/m7qnvbn5/Umrah-saudi-mosque.avif Nusuk-linked visa aims to ease travel, enrich pilgrim experience and services Gulf News en 2026-07-20T13:07:31.194+04:00 Saudi Arabia’s Hajj Ministry launches one-year multiple-entry Umrah visa Saudi https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/rag-holdings-earns-great-place-to-work-certification-reinforcing-its-commitment-to-building-great-businesses-through-people-first-approach-1.500613876 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/xi1b2199/FILE.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/bb5fcfwu/FILE-2.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-20T13:02:39.078+04:00 RAG Holdings earns Great Place to Work certification, reinforcing its commitment to building great businesses through people first approach Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/shabana-azmi-joins-cjp-neet-protest-march-reveals-appeal-to-pm-modi-at-least-hear-us-out-1.500613872 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/nfwam7iu/TAB_200418_Shabana_Azmi_1587200847446_1718c8aee5b_original_ratio.jpg The march was led by CJP’s Abhijeet Dipke and Gitanjali Angmo, wife of activist Sonam Wangchuk. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T12:54:32.085+04:00 Shabana Azmi joins CJP NEET protest march, reveals appeal to PM Modi: ‘At least hear us out’ Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/from-boston-to-abu-dhabi-how-a-seven-year-old-found-world-class-eye-surgery-1.500613860 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/qpmjomq8/Bascom-Eye.gif Gulf News en 2026-07-20T12:42:16.703+04:00 From Boston to Abu Dhabi: How a seven-year-old found world-class eye surgery Company News, Company News https://gulfnews.com/uae/indian-passport-services-supreme-court-upholds-uae-tender-ruling-1.500613865 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-28/4djvj58q/Indian-Passport The government says passport is a travel document, not a conclusive proof of Indian citizenship. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T12:42:11.191+04:00 Indian passport services controversy: Supreme Court upholds UAE tender ruling UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/indian-police-baton-charge-protesters-marching-to-parliament-3-1.500613856 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/f36bkdl1/newsml_afp_com_20260720T072413Z_doc_c2ly6ax.jpeg Central Reserve Police personnel baton-charge to disperse activists and supporters of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) during a protest demanding the resignation of India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET examination irregularities in New Delhi on July 20, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/5tpmlsbo/newsml_afp_com_20260720T072609Z_doc_c2ly6ae.jpeg Activists and supporters of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) clash with police personnel during a protest demanding the resignation of India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET examination irregularities in New Delhi on July 20, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T12:36:38.961+04:00 Indian police baton charge protesters marching to parliament India, india https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/bahrain/bahrain-says-iranian-attacks-targeted-civilians-warns-public-over-debris-1.500613849 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/lsxxu3vm/Bahrain-Flag Bahrain says Iranian strikes aimed at civilians, urges public to avoid debris Gulf News en 2026-07-20T12:31:30.229+04:00 Bahrain says Iranian attacks targeted civilians, warns public over debris Bahrain, Bahrain, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/footballs-biggest-trophy-pays-less-why-fifa-paid-chelsea-more-than-world-cup-winners-spain-1.500613799 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/fwcbjrw7/newsml_afp_com_20260719T225810Z_doc_c2lj6mu.jpeg Spain's players celebrate with the trophy during the final ceremony after the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/07tu8mld/newsml_afp_com_20260720T032325Z_doc_c2lk4lg.jpeg Spain's midfielder #16 Rodri lifts the trophy with his teammates after winning the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/vehy6fmm/counting_dollars_gif_resources1_16a08519107_original_ratio.gif Across its current four-year commercial cycle running through 2026, FIFA is on track to generate roughly $13 billion in total revenue, with around $8.9 billion of that coming directly from the 2026 World Cup itself. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/d1ckmxpj/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286810816.jpeg Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina and Lamine Yamal #19 of Spain embrace after the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T12:28:15.133+04:00 Football's biggest trophy pays less: Why FIFA paid Chelsea more than World Cup winners Spain World Cup, Football, FIFA World Cup, FIFA, spain https://gulfnews.com/technology/techie-tonic-how-rockefeller-habits-can-strengthen-ai-powered-cybersecurity-1.500613813 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/17i39920/gulfnewsimport20230327Cybersecurity-18723400af9large.avif Cybersecurity in the AI era demands a new operating model. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T11:59:13.125+04:00 Techie Tonic: How Rockefeller Habits can strengthen AI-powered cybersecurity Technology, AI, cybercrime https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/spain-won-50-million-at-the-world-cup-but-who-actually-gets-the-money-1.500613790 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/07tu8mld/newsml_afp_com_20260720T032325Z_doc_c2lk4lg.jpeg Spain's midfielder #16 Rodri lifts the trophy with his teammates after winning the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/fd8b1cwa/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286822925.jpeg Rodri #16 of Spain lifts the FIFA World Cup Winner’s Trophy after the team’s victory following the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/eo1ad1in/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286823623.jpeg Princess Sofia of Spain lifts the trophy while Princess Leonor of Spain and Lamine Yamal #19 of Spain watch at the award ceremony following the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T11:53:09.317+04:00 Spain won $50 million at the World Cup, but who actually gets the money? World Cup, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/philippines-lino-cayetano-brother-of-ex-senate-president-alan-peter-cayetano-offers-to-expose-ghost-projects-in-taguig-senator-lacson-1.500613805 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/vb0ogma1/2-cayetanos.jpg Senator Alan Peter Cayetano 55, (left, former Senate President) and his brother former Taguig ex-Congressman Lino Cayetano, 48. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T11:51:57.773+04:00 Philippines: Lino Cayetano, brother of ex-Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano, offers to expose 'ghost projects' in Taguig — Senator Lacson Philippines https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/brent-tops-90-after-us-iran-attacks-what-could-happen-next-1.500613793 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/03/28/oil-rig-2191711_1920_offshore_oil_resources1_16a30b3f516_large.jpg Agency https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/javjej8o/cent.gif A US Navy warship operates near the Strait of Hormuz as tensions with Iran keep one of the world’s busiest energy corridors under close military watch. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T11:40:26.166+04:00 Brent tops $90 after US-Iran attacks. What could happen next? Energy, US-Israel-Iran war, oil, oil price https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/amitabh-bachchan-gets-emotional-over-messis-tearful-world-cup-defeat-accept-the-love-rest-in-your-glory-1.500613773 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/rlxdtq3x/newsml_afp_com_20260719T231409Z_doc_c2lh3q9.jpeg Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi reacts after losing during the trophy ceremony at the end of the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T11:37:22.475+04:00 Amitabh Bachchan gets emotional over Messi’s tearful World Cup defeat: ‘Accept the love, rest in your glory’ World Cup, Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/uae-gold-prices-rise-yet-buyers-still-pay-dh1850-less-than-july-peak-1.500613762 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-29/d3fomtya/newsml_afp_com_20260529T083125Z_doc_b4db8qx.jpeg Diamond-encrusted gold rings are displayed in a storefront of a shop. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T11:18:40.036+04:00 UAE gold prices rise, yet buyers still pay Dh18.50 less than July peak Retail, YourMoney-Saving-Investment, UAE Gold, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/is-this-lionel-messis-last-world-cup-heres-what-the-argentina-captain-has-actually-said-1.500613751 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/p1xuth9n/newsml_afp_com_20260719T230240Z_doc_c2lk8p9.jpeg Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi cries after losing the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/tstft33u/newsml_afp_com_20260719T225232Z_doc_c2lh4gm.jpeg Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi reacts after losing the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/r0jazg1v/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286806262.jpeg Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina controls the ball against Lamine Yamal #19 of Spain during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T11:15:14.947+04:00 Is this Lionel Messi's last World Cup? Here's what the Argentina captain has actually said World Cup, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/gn-reach/avenew-development-and-marriott-international-announce-plans-to-bring-the-ritz-carlton-residences-to-the-world-islands-dubai-1.500613752 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/cn96qwno/L-to-R-Rasha-Hasan-Managing-Partner-AVENEW-Development-Jaidev-Menezes-Regional-Vice-President-–-Mixed-Use-Development-EMEA-Marriott-International-3.jpg From left: Rasha Hasan, Managing Partner, AVENEW Development, and Jaidev Menezes, Regional Vice President – Mixed-Use Development, EMEA, Marriott International Gulf News en 2026-07-20T11:15:14.332+04:00 AVENEW Development and Marriott International announce plans to bring The Ritz-Carlton Residences to The World Islands, Dubai GN Reach, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/tax-star-receives-pre-approved-status-from-uae-ministry-of-finance-as-official-e-invoicing-service-provider-1.500613758 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/tl8d1s0j/Rayhan.jpg Rayhan Aleem, Co-Founder and CEO of Tax Star Gulf News en 2026-07-20T11:12:25.297+04:00 Tax Star receives pre-approved status from UAE Ministry of Finance as official e-invoicing service provider Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/everything-bts-did-at-the-2026-world-cup-final-hugged-kid-fans-took-selfies-with-tom-cruise-and-found-food-1.500613693 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/ev3tgb2s/newsml_afp_com_20260719T203012Z_doc_c2l868b.jpeg Members of the South Korean boy band BTS perform during the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T11:07:24.506+04:00 Everything BTS did at the 2026 World Cup Final: Hugged kid fans, took selfies with Tom Cruise, and found food World Cup, Sport, Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/2-filipino-seafarers-killed-12-hurt-in-black-sea-drone-attacks-as-war-threatens-global-shipping-1.500613741 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/01/23/Undersecretary-Hans-Leo-Cacdac-DMW_18d36aece7e_large.jpg Hans Leo Cacdac, Secretary of the Philippine Department of Migrant Workers (DMW). Gulf News en 2026-07-20T11:01:33.498+04:00 2 Filipino seafarers killed, 12 hurt in Black Sea drone attacks as war threatens global shipping Philippines https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/when-argentina-coach-lionel-scaloni-left-the-press-conference-in-tears-1.500613724 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/v48x33sy/newsml_afp_com_20260719T232030Z_doc_c2lk2yv.jpeg FIFA President Gianni Infantino greets Argentina's head coach Lionel Scaloni alongside US President Donald Trump, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum and Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney during the trophy ceremony at the end of the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T10:53:03.048+04:00 When Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni left the press conference in tears World Cup https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-signals-openness-to-talks-amid-split-within-regime-says-us-secretary-of-state-rubio-1.500613715 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/835vm1q6/US-Secretary-of-State-Marco-Rubio.jpg US Secretary of State Marco Rubio Gulf News en 2026-07-20T10:47:55.596+04:00 Iran signals openness to talks amid 'split within regime', says US Secretary of State Rubio Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/andy-burnham-set-to-take-over-as-new-british-pm-1.500613573 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/59mnqo8w/newsml_afp_com_20260717T130837Z_doc_c2g23jq.jpeg Andy Burnham will Monday become Britain's sixth prime minister to move into Downing Street since 2016, with an in-tray overflowing with challenges and little time to make his mark. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T10:40:53.544+04:00 Andy Burnham set to take over as new British PM Europe https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/trade-w-expands-uae-presence-as-tradewill-secures-cma-category-5-licence-1.500613710 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/hh2v304g/WhatsApp-Image-2026-07-17-at-12.00.44.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-07-20T10:33:07.513+04:00 Trade W expands UAE presence as Tradewill secures CMA Category 5 licence Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/im-still-dreaming-gavi-says-after-spains-triumph-1.500613706 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/gwh42pp0/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286813571.jpeg Gavi #9 of Spain and teammates celebrate with the FIFA World Cup Winner’s Trophy after the team’s victory following the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T10:31:00.684+04:00 I’m still dreaming, Gavi says after Spain’s triumph World Cup https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/etihad-rolls-out-20-fare-sale-on-45-destinations-how-uae-travellers-can-save-1.500613701 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/zonkbmqo/Etihad-A321LR.jpg An Etihad Airways Airbus A321LR. The airline is offering up to 20% off Economy and Business Class fares to more than 45 destinations for bookings made between July 20 and July 26. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T10:22:14.036+04:00 Etihad rolls out 20% fare sale on 45+ destinations: How UAE travellers can save Aviation, Travel, Etihad Airways https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/watch-lamine-yamals-brother-keyne-steals-the-show-at-world-cup-final-1.500613695 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/pah33yzk/newsml_afp_com_20260719T230955Z_doc_c2lk9cu.jpeg Spain's forward #19 Lamine Yamal celebrates with his brother Keyne after winning the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T10:18:28.224+04:00 Watch: Lamine Yamal's brother Keyne steals the show at World Cup final World Cup https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/sharjah-charity-gives-dh235m-medical-aid-to-799-patients-1.500613608 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/olznke2e/Sharjah-Charity.jpg Sharjah Charity provided Dh23.5m in medical aid to support 799 patients https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/5qgs78xn/agl05jgq1ka12l8po.jpg Sharjah Charity provided Dh23.5m in medical aid to support 799 patients https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/le87bfty/Mohamed-Salim-Al-Manaei-Director-of-the-Aid-Department-at-Sharjah-Charity-International Mohamed Salim Al Manaei, Director of the Aid Department at Sharjah Charity International Gulf News en 2026-07-20T10:14:13.485+04:00 Sharjah Charity gives Dh23.5m medical aid to 799 patients Health, Sharjah, Health https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/flying-from-uae-today-latest-flight-cancellations-kuwait-updates-travel-advisories-you-need-to-know-1.500613665 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-06/1q8wxklj/Dubaiairport Passengers at the departures area of Dubai International Airport as UAE travellers continue with summer holiday plans while increasingly opting for flexible tickets and delaying last-minute bookings amid ongoing uncertainty in the Middle East. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T10:10:20.115+04:00 Flying from UAE today? Latest flight cancellations, Kuwait updates, travel advisories you need to know Aviation, Travel, UAE Travel, Emirates airline, Etihad Airways, Air Arabia, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/your-money/saving-investment/dirham-strength-against-indian-pakistani-rupees-and-philippine-peso-opens-lucrative-transfer-window-for-expats-1.500301712 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-08/7cn5qung/STAFFBUS_260605_Al_Ansari_Exchange_VSAKLANI_31780888252774.jpg Planning on remitting Indian rupee, Pakistan rupee or Philippine peso? Here’s how you can take advantage of remittance-beneficial rates and when. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T10:02:14.457+04:00 Indian rupee, Pakistani rupee and Philippine peso stay soft, lifting dirham value for expats. Should you remit now? YourMoney-Saving-Investment, Pakistan, Philippines, India, Markets, Pakistan, Indian Rupee, india, Philippines, Philippine peso, UAE remittance https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/best-non-stick-cookware-sets-on-amazonae-2026-five-practical-picks-for-everyday-kitchens-1.500606039 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-13/j9f69rjk/nonstick-cook-1.png Non-stick cookware collection Gulf News en 2026-07-20T10:00:00.000+04:00 Best non-stick cookware sets on amazon.ae 2026: Five practical picks for everyday kitchens Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/lamine-yamals-girlfriend-shares-emotional-message-after-spains-triumph-1.500613677 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/v1fpfsdt/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286812183.jpeg Lamine Yamal #19 of Spain celebrates with his girlfriend Ines Garcia after the team's victory following the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T09:55:17.344+04:00 Lamine Yamal’s girlfriend shares emotional message after Spain’s triumph World Cup, football, FIFA World Cup, Lamine Yamal, lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/salman-khan-addresses-ill-health-rumours-in-the-most-bhai-way-possible-how-is-everyone-1.500613657 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/b4t1p9fy/202607203870842.jpg Salman Khan asks 'How is your health' amid social media chatter about his health and ageing Gulf News en 2026-07-20T09:43:18.543+04:00 Salman Khan addresses ill health rumours in the most Bhai way possible: 'How is everyone?' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/us-uk-and-canada-update-travel-advisories-for-uae-saudi-arabia-kuwait-bahrain-and-jordan-1.500613636 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-12/jjb9gvu3/Stock-US-airport-Kennedy-International-airport Travelers in Terminal 4 of John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/oue8lfwy/FCDOTA034-SaudiArabiaTravelAdviceEd3page-0001.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-20T09:39:17.909+04:00 US, UK and Canada update travel advisories for UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan Aviation, Americas, Gulf, Europe, UAE Travel, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/shoaib-akhtars-football-panel-appearance-leaves-fans-unimpressed-1.500613651 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/11/13/pakistan-cricketer-shoaib-akhter-at-sibf-2022-by--SharjahBookAuth-1668362013532_18472200b6f_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-20T09:28:00.797+04:00 Shoaib Akhtar's football panel appearance leaves fans unimpressed World Cup, Football https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/emirates-rolls-out-new-economy-headrest-designed-to-replace-neck-pillows-1.500613642 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/cy3mmn9a/u-dreamycl3.jpg The image shows the world's first U-Dream headrest installed on an Emirates Economy Class seat, highlighting the adjustable side cushions designed to provide personalised neck and head support. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/k96gf6tg/u-dreamycl2.jpg The image shows a female passenger resting comfortably with the world's first U-Dream headrest adjusted around her neck, demonstrating how the innovative design provides personalised support while relaxing in Emirates Economy Class. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T09:13:37.798+04:00 Emirates rolls out new Economy headrest designed to replace neck pillows Aviation, Emirates airline https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/shabana-azmi-holds-protesters-hands-as-prakash-raj-says-i-am-with-you-as-cjp-protest-intensifies-1.500613632 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/hb3c8fr9/202604133746900.jpeg Videos of Azmi and Raj expressing solidarity with the protesters have since circulated widely online. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T09:09:43.603+04:00 Shabana Azmi holds protester’s hands as Prakash Raj says ‘I am with you’ as CJP protest intensifies Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/emotional-embrace-between-messi-and-yamal-captures-hearts-1.500613634 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/cyqf53w2/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286807574.jpeg Lamine Yamal #19 of Spain is congratulated by Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina after the 1-0 win during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T09:01:05.196+04:00 Emotional embrace between Messi and Yamal captures hearts World Cup, football, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/your-tears-are-our-tears-captain-messis-world-cup-farewell-ends-in-heartbreak-1.500613617 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/xmosba8q/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286823639.jpeg Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina walks to the podium while embraced by players of Spain at the ceremony following the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T08:34:10.015+04:00 ‘Your tears are our tears, Captain’: Messi’s World Cup farewell ends in heartbreak World Cup, Sport https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/kylian-mbappe-wins-2026-world-cup-golden-boot-beats-messi-again-full-list-of-all-awards-1.500613609 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/u082jb57/newsml_afp_com_20260718T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286768343.jpeg Kylian Mbappe #10 of France looks on during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Bronze Medal match between France and England at Miami Stadium on July 18, 2026 in Miami Gardens, Florida. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T08:20:04.822+04:00 Kylian Mbappe wins 2026 World Cup Golden Boot, beats Messi again: Full list of all awards World Cup, Football https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uae-airlines-cancel-kuwait-flights-emirates-etihad-and-air-arabia-services-affected-1.500613603 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-15/hoswm830/UK UAE-Kuwait flights disrupted as Emirates, Etihad and Air Arabia cancel services Gulf News en 2026-07-20T08:16:58.685+04:00 UAE airlines cancel Kuwait flights: Emirates, Etihad and Air Arabia services affected Aviation, Etihad Airways, Emirates airline, Air Arabia https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/haalands-viking-row-tribute-explodes-into-bts-dynamite-at-world-cup-final-iconic-surreal-and-unbeatable-1.500613590 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/0thoirpx/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286814726.jpeg Jimin, Jungkook, Jin, and J-Hope of BTS perform during FIFA World Cup 2026™ Topps Final Halftime Show at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T08:10:05.288+04:00 Haaland’s Viking row tribute explodes into BTS’ Dynamite at World Cup final: ‘Iconic, surreal and unbeatable’ World Cup, Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/technology/huawei-pura-90s-series-unleashes-55g-speeds-for-next-gen-mobile-experiences-1.500612105 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/am3sozg6/Dubai-HUAWEI-Pura-90s-Pro-Max.png Powered by 5.5G, the series delivers ultra-fast download speeds of up to 3.2Gbps, enabling faster file transfers, smoother streaming, more responsive gaming and seamless access to digital services https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-18/btal4gd3/HUAWEI-Pura-90s-speed-test-1.png Gulf News en 2026-07-20T08:00:00.000+04:00 HUAWEI Pura 90s Series Unleashes 5.5G Speeds for Next-Gen Mobile Experiences Technology https://gulfnews.com/uae/from-jewellery-shops-to-smartphones-the-evolution-of-bullion-ownership-1.500611059 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/x2azu111/investnationArticleJuly2026Banner.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-20T08:00:00.000+04:00 From jewellery shops to smartphones: The evolution of bullion ownership UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-begins-three-month-iqama-renewals-for-domestic-workers-1.500613587 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-30/9f399c84/riyadhsaudi_resources1_16a3106ef7d_original_ratio.jpg Saudi Arabia links flexible iqama durations to digital Absher, Musaned platforms Gulf News en 2026-07-20T07:54:09.120+04:00 Saudi Arabia begins three-month iqama renewals for domestic workers Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/i-met-bts-and-spain-scored-ishowspeed-bear-hugs-the-band-at-world-cup-final-does-backflips-1.500613576 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/os34rf7y/speedy4.JPG The American streamer, whose real name is Darren Watkins Jr., crossed paths with the Korean stars during the Argentina vs Spain final — and did not exactly play it cool. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T07:39:56.591+04:00 ‘I met BTS and Spain scored’: IShowSpeed bear-hugs the band at World Cup final, does backflips World Cup, Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/oil-jumps-on-iran-strikes-hormuz-shipping-incident-1.500613520 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-14/t20vw0rh/_1x_1.jpg The crude oil price gains reflected growing fears that renewed fighting in the Middle East could disrupt fossil fuel shipments through the strait, a key corridor for global energy. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T07:38:27.771+04:00 Oil jumps on Iran strikes, Hormuz shipping incident Energy https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/gdrfa-dubai-clarifies-who-can-apply-for-the-uae-events-visit-visa-1.500613560 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/623v94m4/GDRFA-Dubai-explains-UAE-Events-Visit-Visa-rules-for-global-visitors GDRFA Dubai explains UAE Events Visit Visa rules for global visitors https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/f0svl5ji/gulfnewsimport20240314Stock-Dubai-World-Trade-Centre18e3be8f788large.avif Gulf News en 2026-07-20T07:33:59.515+04:00 UAE events visit visa: Who can apply and how it works Government, Tourist-destinations, Dubai, Dubai tourist visa, Dubai tourism, GDRFA https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-issues-new-decree-to-regulate-places-of-worship-1.500613574 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-14/y9ve8p3m/Kuwait Kuwait issues strict rules to keep places of worship free of politics Gulf News en 2026-07-20T07:27:15.367+04:00 Kuwait issues new decree to regulate places of worship Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/us-dollar-loosens-grip-on-central-bank-reserves-worldwide-as-gold-takes-over-1.500613257 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2017/8/18/1_16a083d131d.2076392_3542620569_16a083d131d_large.jpg These days, central banks worldwide have worked up a good appetite for gold. Pictured here are bullion bars at the Rand Refinery in Germiston, South Africa. Image used for illustrative purposes. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T07:02:00.000+04:00 US dollar loosens grip on central bank reserves worldwide as gold takes over Markets, UAE Gold, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/lupita-nyongos-helen-of-troy-in-the-odyssey-a-woman-blamed-for-a-war-men-fought-and-punished-for-surviving-it-1.500612937 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/5qq5q1zt/helen.avif Lupita Nyong’o played Helen in Christopher Nolan's film. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T07:00:00.000+04:00 Lupita Nyong’o’s Helen of Troy in The Odyssey: A woman blamed for a war men fought — and punished for surviving it Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-vice-president-jd-vance-announces-birth-of-fourth-child-1.500613561 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/oet0mko6/newsml_afp_com_20260719T225846Z_doc_c2lj2g7.jpeg Baby boy Alec Neel born at Walter Reed as Vance family welcomes third son Gulf News en 2026-07-20T06:48:58.456+04:00 US Vice President JD Vance announces birth of fourth child Americas, America https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-strikes-iran-as-bahrain-kuwait-face-missile-and-drone-attacks-1.500612757 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/iq4apqwr/bridge.jpg A heavily-damaged bridge which was hit by a US strike is pictured along the road connecting Roudan and Bandar Abbas in southern Iran. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/76888n5n/Screenshot-2026-07-20-at-8.35.17-AM.png The headquarters of the IRGC’s 72nd Moharram Armored Brigade in Abadan has reportedly been struck early on Monday (July 20). Large flames and thick smoke were seen rising from the site following the attack. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/giz00qn1/HNlJRxJWkAAP7SZ.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/dabasz9z/HNlJRxKXsAIz4a8.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/aa7fw2tq/HNlJRxHWkAABOgf.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/z2boj3vd/HNlJRxTWIAEEoQK.jpg Gulf News en 2026-07-20T06:41:40.945+04:00 US strikes Iran, Gulf states face missile threats as war risks spread Mena, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/hollywood-meets-football-matt-damon-tom-cruise-and-a-galaxy-of-stars-turn-fifa-world-cup-final-into-the-hottest-ticket-on-earth-1.500613531 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/b588d6qy/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286788967.jpeg Luciana Damon and Matt Damon attend the FIFA Gold Carpet before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T06:01:10.400+04:00 Hollywood meets football: Matt Damon, Tom Cruise and a galaxy of stars turn FIFA World Cup final into the hottest ticket on Earth World Cup https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-temperatures-set-to-rise-on-monday-before-easing-through-the-week-1.500613411 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/cljjv7wu/Weather Gulf News en 2026-07-20T06:01:02.989+04:00 UAE temperatures set to rise on Monday before easing through the week Weather, weatherforecast https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/when-will-the-uae-weather-actually-cool-down-heres-what-to-expect-1.500613539 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-24/qge8bz8i/UAE-Weather UAE still in first half of summer, with real relief not due until mid-October Gulf News en 2026-07-20T06:00:42.610+04:00 When will the UAE weather actually cool down? Here's what to expect Weather, UAE, UAE weather, Summer https://gulfnews.com/uae/dont-try-to-be-the-next-metallica-meet-the-uae-metal-bands-finding-their-own-sound-people-and-stage-1.500613381 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/yhqylbfo/Untitled-design-1.jpg Left: The band Stowaways performing, Right: Triton, performs https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/268xotsi/triton.jpeg The band Triton: Dion Matthew Greenwood, the lead guitarist, bassist Hijazi Zaiton, Raeansh ‘Rae’ Negi, for drums Nathan ‘Nate’ Pravin and vocalist. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/yzb9lz5w/WhatsApp-Image-2026-07-16-at-14.45.40-1.jpeg The band Triton. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/kppass4d/WhatsApp_Image_2026_07_16_at_14_45_38.jpeg “That’s the core of the UAE metal scene,” Dion acknowledges. “Everyone, is just so supportive.” https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/79dxsblf/The_Fridge___Metal_Fest_lll___Stowaways_40.jpg The band Stowaways: Fahim at the vocals, Pedro at the guitar, Joe at the bass, Jan at the drums, and Adi at the guitar. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/7ay41mx2/The_Fridge___Metal_Fest_lll___Stowaways_33.jpg The Stowaways. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/zl72svf9/Copy-of-Sandstorm-7-2-2026-99.jpeg Left to right: Saif Sami, Samir Sami and Marwan El Messeery. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T06:00:00.000+04:00 'Don’t try to be the next Metallica’: Meet the UAE metal bands finding their own sound, people and stage UAE, Lifestyle, Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-war-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-today-july-20-1.500613515 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/eb3wks72/Screenshot-2026-07-20-at-5.07.50-AM.png The latest strikes targeted missile sites, Revolutionary Guard infrastructure and military facilities as Washington vowed to continue operations. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T05:27:15.581+04:00 US-Iran War: What UAE residents need to know today (July 20) Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/vessel-on-fire-in-hormuz-strait-says-uk-maritime-agency-1.500613517 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/j8udp2c6/Screenshot-2026-07-20-at-9.07.34-AM.png UKMTO has received a report of an incident 8NM northwest of Kumzar, Oman. UKMTO have received information from a verified source that a vessel is on fire. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T05:12:26.845+04:00 Vessel on fire in Hormuz Strait, says UK maritime agency Mena https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/why-do-we-stop-asking-questions-as-we-grow-up-1.500613069 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/cb51ekkr/children.jpg Children are not embarrassed by what they do not know and uncertainty does not trouble them. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T04:46:00.000+04:00 Why do we stop asking questions as we grow up? Op-Eds, Education https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/from-madonnas-wild-ronaldo-entrance-to-shakira-and-the-ghetto-kids-10-entertainment-moments-that-defined-world-cup-2026-1.500613507 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/cs3ell20/IMG0040.PNG Tonight, the World Cup final got its own halftime show for the first time in 96 years, and it went as big as you'd expect from a lineup that included Madonna, Shakira, BTS, Justin Bieber, Coldplay, an orchestra, and, somehow, the Muppets. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/upcn8umt/preview.jpg Ronaldinho and Ronaldo perform with Madonna during the halftime show in the World Cup final soccer match between Spain and Argentina in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Sunday, July 19, 2026. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/p37tqlmz/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286810061.jpeg Justin Bieber performs during FIFA World Cup 2026™ Topps Final Halftime Show at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/78lqflso/newsml_afp_com_20260719T201740Z_doc_c2l84rt.jpeg Colombian singer Shakira (C) poses with children during the halftime show of the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/vcyta2oo/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286811193.jpeg Shakira performs during FIFA World Cup 2026™ Topps Final Halftime Show at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/u32gyqnm/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286814844.jpeg Suga, Jin, RM, Jimin, Jungkook, J-Hope, and V of BTS performs during FIFA World Cup 2026™ Topps Final Halftime Show at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/dgl5rn0p/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286801638.jpeg The Muppets perform during FIFA World Cup 2026™ Topps Final Halftime Show at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/ia27uwxg/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286796092.jpeg Jason Sudeikis speaks during the Topps Final Halftime Show at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/whvgxz1u/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286795710.jpeg IShowSpeed performs during the closing ceremony before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/a4u49glw/newsml_afp_com_20260719T192251Z_doc_c2l446w.jpeg US actor and producer Tom Cruise delivers a speech ahead of the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/no2lropu/preview.jpg Singer Post Malone performs during the tournament closing ceremony before the World Cup final soccer match between Spain and Argentina in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Sunday, July 19, 2026. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig) Gulf News en 2026-07-20T04:18:28.975+04:00 From Madonna’s wild Ronaldo entrance to Shakira and the Ghetto Kids: 10 entertainment moments that defined World Cup 2026 World Cup, HollyWood, Music, Americas, Music, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/business/property/a-weaker-rupee-is-stretching-gulf-nri-property-budgets-these-indian-markets-are-winning-1.500610911 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2012/1/12/1_16a07fa45fe.965184_2482584577_16a07fa45fe_large.jpg The Mumbai city skyline. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/x0owlbh7/Mr__Bhadresh_Shah__Managing_Director__Today_Group_jpg.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/93epegss/Santhosh_Kumar.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/c79pb1vg/Parthh_K_Mehta_Paradigm_Realty_1_1.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/i63ft1z1/Mr_Vishal_Platinum_Corp_.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-05/3r581va1/81de319df3a15f1d309802f0a5ea60fc_25xO59o.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-01/5yxxcg4y/newsml_afp_com_20260201T050655Z_doc_94pt3vh.jpeg India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman leaves the Finance Ministry office to present the annual budget to the parliament at the Kartavya Bhawan in New Delhi on February 1, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T04:01:00.000+04:00 A weaker rupee is stretching Gulf NRI property budgets. These Indian markets are winning Property, India, india https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup-halftime-goes-super-bowl-shakira-soars-justin-bieber-song-choice-sparks-debate-fall-flat-1.500613497 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-20/0hidr839/shakira-justin-BTS.jpg Justin Bieber, Shakira and BTS perform during the Topps Final Halftime Show the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/ts0qwmg9/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286810132.jpeg Justin Bieber performs during FIFA World Cup 2026™ Topps Final Halftime Show at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/hanxpgn8/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286811449.jpeg Shakira performs during FIFA World Cup 2026™ Topps Final Halftime Show at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T04:00:20.163+04:00 World Cup Halftime goes Super Bowl: Shakira soars, Justin Bieber song choice sparks debate, falls flat Football, Music, HollyWood, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/argentinas-paredes-throws-punches-and-kicks-after-world-cup-final-loss-to-spain-1.500613501 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/hxdzvcuc/newsml_afp_com_20260719T221551Z_doc_c2lf2at.jpeg Argentina's midfielder #05 Leandro Paredes (L) clashes with Spain's defender #04 Eric Garcia at the end of the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/hxdzvcuc/newsml_afp_com_20260719T221551Z_doc_c2lf2at.jpeg Argentina's midfielder #05 Leandro Paredes (L) clashes with Spain's defender #04 Eric Garcia at the end of the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T03:51:07.333+04:00 Argentina's Paredes throws punches and kicks after World Cup final loss to Spain World Cup, football https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-military-launches-9th-night-of-strikes-vs-iran-regime-targets-1.500613499 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/dians5zf/Screenshot-2026-07-20-at-4.18.04-AM.png A US fighter yet takes off for a mission. The US Central Command said the operations against Iranian regime targets will continue to hold its forces accountable. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T03:49:43.199+04:00 US military launches 9th night of strikes vs Iran regime targets Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/rodri-beats-messi-to-golden-ball-know-the-world-cup-award-winners-1.500613481 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/ecc25uvn/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286811808.jpeg Rodri #16 of Spain kisses the FIFA World Cup Winner's Trophy as he receives the medal following the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/qcp67zzd/newsml_afp_com_20260719T231528Z_doc_c2ll6v3.jpeg Spain's midfielder #16 Rodri kisses the trophy after winning the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T03:18:46.374+04:00 Rodri beats Messi to Golden Ball: Know the World Cup award winners World Cup, football https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-guards-announce-attack-on-enemy-command-centre-in-syria-irna-agency-1.500613476 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-17/an6zyguw/newsml_afp_com_20260717T125642Z_doc_c2g42t4.jpeg This screen grab taken from video footage released on July 17, 2026 by Iran's Revolutionary Guards (IRGC)'s Sepah News website shows a missile being launched from an undisclosed location towards US targets in Qatar, Kuwait and Oman. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T02:57:08.802+04:00 Iran Guards announce attack on 'enemy' command centre in Syria: IRNA agency Mena https://gulfnews.com/sport/donald-trump-hands-spains-rodri-the-world-cup-trophy-and-stays-for-celebrations-1.500613475 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/6ya5gqz6/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286809954.jpeg Rodri of Spain lifts the FIFA World Cup Winner’s Trophy alongside U.S. President Donald Trump after the team’s victory following during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/3x8ff8fw/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286809860.jpeg Rodri is presented the FIFA World Cup Winner’s Trophy by U.S. President Donald Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/bng3g0sg/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286809858.jpeg Trump just couldn't help but stick around for the celebrations Gulf News en 2026-07-20T02:55:28.278+04:00 Donald Trump hands Spain's Rodri the World Cup trophy and stays for celebrations Sport, World Cup, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/sixteen-years-after-fernando-ferran-torres-wins-spain-the-world-cup-another-torres-another-world-cup-1.500613454 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/lxqvwsuw/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286808421.jpeg Ferran Torres #7 of Spain celebrates with teammates after scoring the team's first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/otf5tj91/Spain-win.jpg Sixteen years after Fernando Torres was part of Spain's 2010 World Cup-winning squad in South Africa, another Torres has delivered a World Cup final goal for Spain. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/j9pjrbkz/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286806309.jpeg Ferran Torres #7 of Spain celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/fvp2jxjy/torres-7592.jpg.webp Gulf News en 2026-07-20T02:14:10.383+04:00 Sixteen years after Fernando, Ferran Torres wins Spain the World Cup: 'Another Torres, another World Cup' World Cup, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/madrid-erupts-in-cheers-and-honking-horns-after-spain-win-1.500613451 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/oxljkofm/newsml_afp_com_20260719T220925Z_doc_c2lf7l8.jpeg Spain's defender #02 Marc Pubill (R) and defender #22 Pau Cubarsi celebrate after winning the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/h3mtc0iz/newsml_afp_com_20260719T220929Z_doc_c2lf7ag.jpeg Spain's supporters celebrate victory after the 2026 World Cup final match between Spain and Argentina displayed on a giant screen in the fan zone of the Forum's district of Barcelona on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/b3blv9py/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286807285.jpeg Lamine Yamal #19 of Spain celebrates with Nico Williams #17 after the 1-0 win during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/yb8lge81/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286807284.jpeg Lamine Yamal #19 of Spain celebrates with Nico Williams #17 after the 1-0 win during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/c7dvmmp8/newsml_afp_com_20260719T220943Z_doc_c2lf7ab.jpeg Argentina's goalkeeper #23 Emiliano Martinez reacts after Spain won the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/kuevncoi/newsml_afp_com_20260719T220938Z_doc_c2lf79u.jpeg Argentina's fans cry after the end of the FIFA World Cup final match between Spain and Argentina at a bar in Buenos Aires, on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/83a403vp/newsml_afp_com_20260719T220923Z_doc_c2lc86n.jpeg Argentina's midfielder #05 Leandro Paredes (top) clashed with Spain's midfielder #09 Gavi during the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/7bptoqr9/newsml_afp_com_20260719T220923Z_doc_c2lf797.jpeg Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi reacts after the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/oxrotqfp/newsml_afp_com_20260719T220923Z_doc_c2lc88w.jpeg Argentina's midfielder #05 Leandro Paredes (top) clashed with Spain's midfielder #09 Gavi during the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/bppn8bvn/newsml_afp_com_20260719T220919Z_doc_c2lf7df.jpeg Spain's defender #24 Marc Cucurella celebrates as Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi reacts after Spain won the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/v94300rj/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286807242.jpeg Julian Alvarez #9 and Nicolas Tagliafico #3 of Argentina compete for the ball against Pau Cubarsi #22 of Spain during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/ex99zdu3/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286807232.jpeg Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina reacts during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/2m0ol2kl/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286807223.jpeg Mikel Merino #6 of Spain falls while his teammates check in as he blocks a shot by Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina with his face during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/4ushe39t/newsml_afp_com_20260719T220843Z_doc_c2lf7mp.jpeg Spain's players celebrate after they won the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T02:13:59.937+04:00 Photos: Madrid erupts in cheers and honking horns after Spain win World Cup https://gulfnews.com/sport/argentina-become-first-team-to-record-no-shots-on-target-in-world-cup-final-1.500613449 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/lnhqgr1d/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286806371.jpeg Lionel Messi of Argentina reacts during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/8d8jujx2/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286807049.jpeg Eric Garcia and Pedri of Spain celebrate after winning the World Cup https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/kier57rs/newsml_afp_com_20260719T220310Z_doc_c2le8b4.jpeg Argentina were poor as Spain completely dominated Gulf News en 2026-07-20T02:12:16.737+04:00 Argentina become first team to record no shots on target in World Cup final Sport, World Cup, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/spain-end-messis-world-cup-dream-to-lift-second-world-title-1.500613453 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/44fsv5u0/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286806984.jpeg Lamine Yamal #19 of Spain celebrates after the 1-0 win during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/44fsv5u0/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286806984.jpeg Lamine Yamal #19 of Spain celebrates after the 1-0 win during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T02:08:01.058+04:00 Spain end Messi's back-to-back World Cup dream to lift second title World Cup, football https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/the-goal-that-finally-broke-argentina-ferran-torres-ends-the-fifa-final-deadlock-between-spain-and-argentina-1.500613447 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/axyc6jsj/newsml_afp_com_20260719T215215Z_doc_c2ld8vf.jpeg Spain's forward #07 Ferran Torres celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/fs2nu8my/newsml_afp_com_20260719T215215Z_doc_c2ld8zt.jpeg Spain's forward #07 Ferran Torres shoots to score his team's first goal past Argentina's goalkeeper #23 Emiliano Martinez (R) during the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/hay1arwt/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286805843.jpeg Ferran Torres #7 of Spain scores a goal that was disallowed due to an offside violation during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T01:59:48.547+04:00 'The goal that finally broke Argentina': Ferran Torres ends the FIFA final deadlock winning the World Cup World Cup, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/fire-forces-evacuations-in-south-france-town-1.500613419 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-16/j1kbgq20/newsml_afp_com_20260716T121348Z_doc_c2cr6yp.jpeg This photograph shows a Dash 8-Q400MR aircraft of the civil security and a firefighter helicopter operating near a plume of smoke from a fire in the Fontainebleau Forest, in Noisy-sur-Ecole, in the Paris' Ile-de-France region on July 16, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T01:52:51.776+04:00 Fire forces evacuations in south France town Europe https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/three-minutes-that-changed-the-world-cup-final-spain-thought-they-scored-then-var-a-red-card-and-a-historic-save-changed-everything-1.500613444 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/jm2qn846/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286803595.jpeg Nico Williams #17 of Spain scores a goal past Emiliano Martinez #23 of Argentina during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/kql0da2o/newsml_afp_com_20260719T213247Z_doc_c2lc6ba.jpeg Argentina's goalkeeper #23 Emiliano Martinez makes a save from an attempt at goal by Spain's forward #17 Nico Williams during the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T01:44:11.782+04:00 Three minutes that changed the World Cup final: Spain thought they scored, then VAR, a red card and a historic save changed everything World Cup, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/andrew-tate-arrested-in-miami-as-uk-seeks-extradition-over-rape-human-trafficking-charges-1.500613439 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/pxl8p2av/Andrew-Tate.webp Prosecutors in the UK had requested the Tate brothers' extradition. File photo taken in February 2025. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T01:41:56.370+04:00 Andrew Tate arrested in Miami as UK seeks extradition over rape, human trafficking charges Europe, Americas https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/world-cup-final-goes-to-extra-time-1.500613442 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/arc7ij8g/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286794733.jpeg Argentina fans react during the first half of the Argentina vs Spain FIFA World Cup 2026 Final at an Adidas fan event in Brooklyn Bridge Park on July 19, 2026 in the Brooklyn Borough of New York City. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/6ve6adn9/Spain-vs-Argentina Spain vs Argentina lineups confirmed: Scaloni has a tactical plan with Nico González Gulf News en 2026-07-20T01:25:03.012+04:00 World Cup final goes to extra-time World Cup https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/bts-fifa-world-cup-halftime-show-every-hidden-moment-army-spotted-during-the-performance-1.500613438 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/ryzb7t7t/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286796054.jpeg RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V and Jung Kook of BTS perform during the Topps Final Halftime Show in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/sgwy192n/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286796382.jpeg Jungkook of BTS performs during the Topps Final Halftime Show at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T01:14:21.950+04:00 BTS FIFA World Cup halftime show: Every hidden moment ARMY spotted during the performance Entertainment, World Cup, Music, Kpop, FIFA World Cup, BTS, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/goalless-first-half-as-spain-frustrate-argentina-resist-1.500613434 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/563yprwa/final.jpg Spain's forward Lamine Yamal and Spain's defender Alex Grimaldo fight for the ball during the 2026 World Cup football final at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T00:57:54.775+04:00 Goalless first half as Spain frustrate, Argentina resist World Cup, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/madonna-bts-shakira-and-justin-bieber-steal-the-show-at-fifa-world-cup-halftime-all-the-unforgettable-moments-1.500613329 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/cs3ell20/IMG0040.PNG Tonight, the World Cup final got its own halftime show for the first time in 96 years, and it went as big as you'd expect from a lineup that included Madonna, Shakira, BTS, Justin Bieber, Coldplay, an orchestra, and, somehow, the Muppets. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/g2nz9eh8/newsml_afp_com_20260719T202043Z_doc_c2l868p.jpeg Canadian singer Justin Bieber performs during the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T00:51:36.278+04:00 Madonna, BTS, Shakira and Justin Bieber steal the show at FIFA World Cup halftime: All the unforgettable moments World Cup, Entertainment, Music, Kpop, Music, FIFA World Cup, BTS, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/justin-bieber-goes-soulful-for-fifa-world-cup-2026-halftime-show-with-hallejujah-1.500613426 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/g2nz9eh8/newsml_afp_com_20260719T202043Z_doc_c2l868p.jpeg Canadian singer Justin Bieber performs during the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T00:37:09.275+04:00 Justin Bieber goes soulful for FIFA World Cup 2026 Halftime Show with Hallejujah World Cup, Sport, Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/the-most-unlikely-trio-ronaldo-ronaldinho-join-madonna-in-half-time-show-1.500613427 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/fplx10we/newsml_afp_com_20260719T202147Z_doc_c2l867r.jpeg US singer Madonna performs with former Brazilian footballers Ronaldinho and Ronaldo during the halftime show of the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T00:34:14.146+04:00 The most unlikely trio: Ronaldo & Ronaldinho join Madonna in half-time show Sport, World Cup, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/shakira-gets-the-stadium-dancing-with-world-cup-anthem-dai-dai-1.500613422 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/qwzrsy1z/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286795637.jpeg Shakira performs during the Topps Final Halftime Show the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/3ssgq5kj/newsml_afp_com_20260719T201543Z_doc_c2l84nr.jpeg Colombian singer Shakira performs during the halftime show of the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T00:25:17.327+04:00 Shakira gets the stadium dancing with World Cup anthem 'Dai Dai' World Cup, Music, Music, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/bts-light-up-the-fifa-world-cup-2026-final-with-dynamite-red-fits-and-roaring-stadium-cheers-1.500613418 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/0iqsuul8/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286794811.jpeg Jimin, V, J-Hope and Jung Kook of BTS perform during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T00:22:13.489+04:00 BTS light up the FIFA World Cup 2026 final with ‘Dynamite’, red fits and roaring stadium cheers World Cup, Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/madonna-opens-historic-fifa-world-cup-final-halftime-show-with-music-1.500613417 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/plrm5d0t/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286794399.jpeg Ronaldinho, Madonna and Ronaldo perform during the Topps Final Halftime Show in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T00:15:36.058+04:00 Madonna opens historic FIFA World Cup final halftime show with 'Music' Entertainment, Music, World Cup, FIFA World Cup, FIFA https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup/it-happened-again-curse-or-coincidence-another-key-player-injured-against-spain-in-world-cup-knockout-1.500613415 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/yle5tdme/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286793318.jpeg Lisandro Martinez #6 of Argentina reacts during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-19/yle5tdme/newsml_afp_com_20260719T000000Z_PH_GTY_2286793318.jpeg Lisandro Martinez #6 of Argentina reacts during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Gulf News en 2026-07-20T00:13:19.457+04:00 It happened again! Curse or coincidence? Another key player injured against Spain in World Cup knockout World Cup, football