https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/amr-diab-live-in-dubai-2026-tickets-date-and-all-you-need-to-know-1.500641062 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/jj77ztqb/20191030_Amr_diab_16e1c7c1548_original_ratio.jpg Amr Diab an Egyptian singer, composer and former actor. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T16:25:32.408+04:00 Amr Diab live in Dubai 2026: Tickets, date and all you need to know Entertainment, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/west-bank-mothers-mourn-children-killed-in-the-conflict-1.500641060 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/cunr4bgj/newsml_afp_com_20260811T180022Z_doc_c4bb838.jpeg Palestinian woman Kholoud Mamadneh, mother of fifteen-year-old Mahmoud Mamadneh, who was killed after being shot by Israeli forces on his way back from school, holds a teddy bear her son had as a baby as she stands for a portrait in front of his bed in Jenin, in the occupied West Bank, on July 27, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/6tdhojie/newsml_afp_com_20260811T180212Z_doc_c4bb82z.jpeg Palestinian woman Hanan Al-Naasan, mother of seventeen-year-old national youth football player Fadi Al-Naasan, who was shot and killed by Israeli forces, stands for a portrait inside her living room in Al-Mughayyir, in the occupied West Bank, on August 2, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/ae4mp3d4/newsml_afp_com_20260811T175749Z_doc_c4bb83b.jpeg Palestinian woman Salam Masoud Na’jeh, mother of fifteen-year-old Mohammad Masoud Na’jeh and thirteen-year-old Morad Masoud Na’jeh, who were both killed in an Israeli airstike on their house rooftop, stands for portrait next to their beds in Al-Farah Refugee Camp, in the occupied West Bank, on July 21, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/hf2tm4d8/newsml_afp_com_20260811T175222Z_doc_c4bb83a.jpeg Palestinian woman Samira Gharbeya, mother of fourteen-year-old Mahmoud, who was killed with his cat in an Israeli drone strike, stands for a portrait whilst holding a pot plant in Jenin, in the occupied West Bank, on July 27, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/7khlgtgn/newsml_afp_com_20260811T175509Z_doc_c4bb83c.jpeg Palestinian woman Safaa Jadallah, mother of fourteen-year-old Jihad Jumaa, who was killed after being shot by Israeli forces, smells her son's hat as she stands for a portrait in Al-Farah Refugee Camp, in the occupied West Bank, on July 21, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/q4hgt27x/newsml_afp_com_20260811T175034Z_doc_c4bb82x.jpeg Palestinian woman Hanen Shaalan, mother of fifteen-year-old Adam, who was shot and killed outside a bakery by Israeli forces whilst getting bread, stands for a portrait while holding a pot plant that her son gifted on mother's day in Al-Duheishe Refugee Camp, south of Bethlehem, in the occupied West Bank, on August 3, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/a6vzu6hh/newsml_afp_com_20260811T174604Z_doc_c4bb82y.jpeg Palestinian woman Nihan Al-Naasan, mother of fifteen-year-old Mohammed Sa’ad, who was shot and killed by Israeli forces outside a mosque during Friday prayers, stands for a portrait in her son's bedroom in Turmus Ayya, in the occupied West Bank, on August 2, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/sz35bb0r/newsml_afp_com_20260811T174312Z_doc_c4bb834.jpeg Palestinian woman Eman Lemon, mother of thirteen-year-old Bana, who was killed after being shot by Israeli forces whilst looking out of her bedroom window, stands for a portrait next to her daughter's bed in Krayot, in the occupied West Bank, on July 10, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/524px9vr/newsml_afp_com_20260811T173815Z_doc_c4bb833.jpeg Palestinian woman Sujood Hamdan, mother of eleven-year-old Abdullah, who was killed after being shot by Israeli forces during a military raid, stands for a portrait in front of her son's bed in Nablus, in the occupied West Bank, on July 10, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/xlhb1zlk/newsml_afp_com_20260811T173249Z_doc_c4bb832.jpeg Palestinian woman Dania Abu Haikal, mother of seven-month-old Sam, who was killed by Israeli forces whilst sitting on his mother's lap in the car, stands for portrait while holding her late sons' teddy bear in Bethlehem, in the occupied West Bank, on August 7, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/ny61bog8/newsml_afp_com_20260811T172215Z_doc_c4bb836.jpeg Alia al-Hallaq, mother of nine-year-old Mohammad, who was killed by an Israeli army bullet, stands for a portrait whilst holding his thawb in Al-Rayhiyya, in the occupied West Bank, on July 16, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T16:24:38.010+04:00 West Bank mothers mourn children killed in the conflict Mena, news-photos https://gulfnews.com/friday/family-fun-food-deals-and-cool-escapes-top-things-to-do-across-the-uae-this-august-1.500641008 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/hfxwxe6p/Learn-play-create.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/0pfjxopx/Design-your-own-game.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/p7ve8e85/Dine-along-the-Metro.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/vlkn6a4p/The-full-reset.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/42lp2k3h/Meet-the-chefs.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/zq1rnm89/Summer-In-The-Snow.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/itnzgre8/Scholarships-for-young-achievers.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/m9htetkp/A-taste-of-Onam.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/x04khtal/Fiesta-comes-alive.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/49vp5ttb/Mediterranean-flavours-at-Solara.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/r2d6es4v/Stay-With-Your-Pet.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/f5n1vw3g/Meet-the-FREEJ.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/d34d01vw/Save-on-school-essentials.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/jboncjcq/Become-a-cyber-detective.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/sk4r2ecu/Go_Loco_this_summer.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T16:22:41.316+04:00 Family Fun, Food Deals and Cool Escapes: Top Things to Do Across the UAE This August Friday, Friday https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/abu-dhabi-police-warn-e-scooter-riders-against-unsafe-habits-and-distractions-1.500641037 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/no7pc30e/AD-Police Police warned riders against carrying passengers or heavy loads that could affect the scooter’s balance and control. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T16:19:20.208+04:00 Abu Dhabi Police warn e-scooter riders against unsafe habits and distractions Transport, transport https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/mineral-versus-chemical-sunscreen-how-each-blocks-the-sun-1.500632766 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-06/ghvpfg41/spfsuncreen-1.png A split view illustrates two sunscreen mechanisms under bright sunlight: mineral vs. chemical Gulf News en 2026-08-14T16:00:00.000+04:00 Mineral versus chemical sunscreen: How each blocks the sun Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/anker-solix-c300-review-a-compact-power-station-that-makes-sense-for-camping-trips-1.500632530 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-06/mtfqpgew/powerstation-1.png A portable power station anchors a cozy lakeside camping setup at sunset Gulf News en 2026-08-14T16:00:00.000+04:00 Anker SOLIX C300 review: A compact power station that makes sense for camping trips Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/believe-it-or-not-one-ticket-just-won-a-staggering-104-billion-1.500641010 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/os79odla/Ticket The holder matched all six numbers in the 12 August drawing: 4, 26, 66, 67 and 69, with red Powerball 9. The winner’s identity has not been disclosed. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T15:59:37.924+04:00 Believe it or not: One ticket just won a staggering $1.04 billion Americas, America https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/factory-caught-using-charcoal-instead-of-cocoa-to-colour-biscuits-1.500641020 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/gotpfwx2/Egypt Authorities said the facility was producing biscuits, including products labelled as “Oreo”, as well as biscuits intended for use in ice cream manufacturing. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T15:58:56.756+04:00 Factory caught using charcoal instead of cocoa to colour biscuits Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/kerala-targets-300000-more-arab-tourists-over-five-years-1.500640926 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/gkq8hqh2/202608143903955.jpg Kerala aims to generate more than Rs 25,000 crore by attracting high-spending travellers from the Gulf and West Asia. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2017/10/14/1_16a083d5b74.2105766_1381831421_16a083d5b74_large.jpg An action programme for practising Responsible Tourism (RT) was developed in 2007 in Kerala Gulf News en 2026-08-14T15:57:51.502+04:00 Kerala targets 300,000 more Arab tourists over five years Tourism, India, kerala, Kerala politics https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-vows-economic-isolation-for-iran-uae-condemns-adnoc-vessel-attacks-1.500640451 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-12/wg81nb9l/HIwreJjWEAAopBd.jpg New US measures, Hormuz attacks fuel global push for tighter maritime security https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/qqbynvg1/HPqw58VXwAAOb6a.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-30/43v5wfk7/newsml_afp_com_20260730T000000Z_PH_GTY_2287648181.jpeg Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent speaks during a television interview Gulf News en 2026-08-14T15:47:46.769+04:00 US vows economic isolation for Iran; UAE condemns ADNOC vessel attacks Mena, Donald Trump, Iran Israel conflict, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-police-warn-parents-over-hidden-risks-in-childrens-online-games-1.500641003 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/wi2s5cgg/Dubai-police The Women and Child Protection Department stressed the vital role of family supervision in protecting children from potential risks or crimes linked to electronic games. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T15:41:03.375+04:00 Dubai Police warn parents over hidden risks in children’s online games UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/india-football-closer-than-ever-to-overseas-players-representing-the-nation-1.500640998 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/uorkirug/202603243720167.jpg A major step in Indian football https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/mqgk1933/Yan_Dhanda__177e8786c47_original_ratio.jpg Yan Dhanda plays for Hearts in Scotland. He was born in England to an Indian father and a vocal admirer of India. He has an OCI card but cannot play for India while retaining his British passport. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/06t76yu1/newsml_afp_com_20260626T000000Z_PH_GTY_2283948797.jpeg Sarpreet Singh made history for players of Indian origin in the 2026 World Cup. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T15:40:55.412+04:00 India football ‘closer than ever’ to overseas players representing the nation Sport, Football, football, india https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/keralas-messi-promise-comes-back-to-haunt-the-left-1.500640613 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-23/af9pnnwr/Lionel-Messi.jpg Lionel Messi Gulf News en 2026-08-14T15:39:54.019+04:00 Kerala’s Messi promise comes back to haunt the Left Football, India, kerala, Lionel Messi, Kerala politics https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/my-police-station-kerala-to-transform-484-police-stations-under-new-public-friendly-plan-1.500640990 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/25h5k15n/VD.jpg Kerala Chief Minister VD Satheesan (centre) inaugurates the 'My Police Station' initiative at the Peroorkada police station, in Thiruvananthapuram. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T15:26:13.198+04:00 ‘My Police Station’: Kerala to transform 484 police stations under new public-friendly plan India, kerala, Kerala politics https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/independence-day-pakistan-envoy-urges-expats-to-uphold-uae-laws-1.500640951 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/w6fn4ghs/86332064-36de-48cb-9f11-07da793efbb8.jpg Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UAE, Shafqat Ali Khan, cuts a cake during Pakistan’s Independence Day celebrations at the Embassy in Abu Dhabi. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/d57s11qo/2d5f993c-0f2f-4ddb-80e6-cfcdf991a93b.jpg Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UAE, Shafqat Ali Khan, hoists the national flag during Pakistan’s Independence Day celebrations at the Embassy in Abu Dhabi. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/d57s11qo/2d5f993c-0f2f-4ddb-80e6-cfcdf991a93b.jpg Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UAE, Shafqat Ali Khan, hoists the national flag during Pakistan’s Independence Day celebrations at the Embassy in Abu Dhabi. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/jl6pdm7t/5b7d5305-4246-417c-9520-7addcd5e4cf8.jpg Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UAE, Shafqat Ali Khan, joins community members in celebrating Pakistan’s Independence Day at the Embassy in Abu Dhabi. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/rb5qbfpt/PAK-2.jpg Fawad Ahmed Khan Acting Consul General and Consul officials cut a cake during the country’s 79th Independence Day celebrations in Dubai, leading the festivities and inspiring patriotic fervour among the Pakistani community. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/wx9f85nu/PAK-66.jpg The colours of the Pakistani flag fluttered high as the expat community came together to mark the 79th anniversary of Pakistan’s Independence Day with heartfelt patriotism and pride. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/edd24jtf/3feb7b9d-c691-4125-889a-114413c89f76.jpg Youngsters join festivities to mark Pakistan Independence Day in Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/vp5glfv3/PAK-55.jpg Community members joined together to sing the national anthem, creating a scene filled with patriotic spirit and love for their homeland, Pakistan. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/zzdlcsn8/8f12130f-b0dd-484b-9973-be90eb823f67.jpg Fawad Ahmed Khan, Acting Consul General of Pakistan in Dubai, looks at a painting of Pakistan’s father of the nation Quaid-e-Azam Muhammed Ali Jinnah during an exhibition at the Pakistani Consulate in Dubai. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/9sqcy8rf/c4525237-4aac-48cb-98b4-b844361fe534.jpg Women attend Pakistan’s 79th Independence Day celebrations in Dubai, joining the Pakistani community in marking the national occasion with patriotic fervour. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/jl6pdm7t/5b7d5305-4246-417c-9520-7addcd5e4cf8.jpg Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UAE, Shafqat Ali Khan, joins community members in celebrating Pakistan’s Independence Day at the Embassy in Abu Dhabi. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T15:11:26.801+04:00 Independence Day: Pakistan envoy urges expats to uphold UAE laws Pakistan, UAE, UAE, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/friday/e-house-movers-expands-relocation-services-across-dubai-as-demand-for-organised-moving-support-grows-1.500640959 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/epcxdkfi/Movers.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T15:09:17.629+04:00 E House Movers expands relocation services across Dubai as demand for organised moving support grows Friday, Friday https://gulfnews.com/uae/missed-the-perseids-dubai-astronomy-adds-a-second-meteor-shower-night-at-al-khatim-desert-abu-dhabi-1.500640944 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/qt0z1hbu/A_long_exposure_shows_star_trails_behind_Lopez_Mountain_during_the_annual_Perseid_meteor_shower_peri.jpg A long exposure shows star trails behind Lopez Mountain during the annual Perseid meteor shower period near the town of Bariloche, Argentina, August 11, 2023. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T15:09:09.078+04:00 Missed the Perseids? Dubai Astronomy adds a second meteor shower night at Al Khatim Desert, Abu Dhabi UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/sri-lankan-cricket-coach-dies-after-altercation-with-players-1.500640950 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/05/10/Cricket-bat_179562148a8_large.jpg Illustrative image. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T15:02:03.421+04:00 Sri Lankan cricket coach dies after altercation with players Cricket, cricket, Sri Lanka https://gulfnews.com/uae/pakistani-expats-celebrate-independence-day-in-uae-1.500640750 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/jl6pdm7t/5b7d5305-4246-417c-9520-7addcd5e4cf8.jpg Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UAE, Shafqat Ali Khan, joins community members in celebrating Pakistan’s Independence Day at the Embassy in Abu Dhabi. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/d57s11qo/2d5f993c-0f2f-4ddb-80e6-cfcdf991a93b.jpg Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UAE, Shafqat Ali Khan, hoists the national flag during Pakistan’s Independence Day celebrations at the Embassy in Abu Dhabi. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/v8sgjibg/PAK-43.jpg In Dubai Fawad Ahmed Khan Acting Consul General along with Consul officials, led the celebrations in the city, inspiring patriotic fervour among the community. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/wx9f85nu/PAK-66.jpg The colours of the Pakistani flag fluttered high as the expat community came together to mark the 79th anniversary of Pakistan’s Independence Day with heartfelt patriotism and pride. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/w6fn4ghs/86332064-36de-48cb-9f11-07da793efbb8.jpg Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UAE, Shafqat Ali Khan, cuts a cake during Pakistan’s Independence Day celebrations at the Embassy in Abu Dhabi. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/rb5qbfpt/PAK-2.jpg Fawad Ahmed Khan Acting Consul General and Consul officials cut a cake during the country’s 79th Independence Day celebrations in Dubai, leading the festivities and inspiring patriotic fervour among the Pakistani community. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/w1wzxbgg/6ed5fcbe-acb3-4b29-9a79-edc7a4bd41f7.jpg Pakistani Embassy officials and community members in Abu Dhabi join the celebrations marking Pakistan’s 79th Independence Day at the Embassy. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/pe3qtpfe/f1830467_e23f_4d78_9a11_37e1b8e94895.jpg Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UAE, Shafqat Ali Khan, delivers a speech during Pakistan’s Independence Day celebrations at the Embassy in Abu Dhabi. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/zzdlcsn8/8f12130f-b0dd-484b-9973-be90eb823f67.jpg Fawad Ahmed Khan, Acting Consul General of Pakistan in Dubai, looks at a painting of Pakistan’s father of the nation Quaid-e-Azam Muhammed Ali Jinnah during an exhibition at the Pakistani Consulate in Dubai. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/134hjqle/PAK-33.jpg Fawad Ahmed Khan, Acting Consul General delivers a speech. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/9sqcy8rf/c4525237-4aac-48cb-98b4-b844361fe534.jpg Women attend Pakistan’s 79th Independence Day celebrations in Dubai, joining the Pakistani community in marking the national occasion with patriotic fervour. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/edd24jtf/3feb7b9d-c691-4125-889a-114413c89f76.jpg Youngsters join festivities to mark Pakistan Independence Day in Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/ct5rp8vz/08f09c18-4b83-4b27-ac1d-1f1d2c1302b2.jpg Fawad Ahmed Khan, Acting Consul General of Pakistan in Dubai, poses with officials from the consulate and community members during Pakistan’s 79th Independence Day celebrations in Dubai. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/vp5glfv3/PAK-55.jpg Community members joined together to sing the national anthem, creating a scene filled with patriotic spirit and love for their homeland, Pakistan. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/j7xwf32h/PAK-88.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T14:47:33.298+04:00 Pakistani expats celebrate Independence Day in UAE UAE, news-photos, UAE, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/your-money/saving-investment/dubai-gold-prices-edge-higher-as-global-rally-loses-momentum-1.500640897 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2018/4/12/1_16a084bd17a.2204635_343164854_16a084bd17a_large.jpg An employee shows a customer gold jewellery in a shop at the Gold Souq in Dubai. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T14:44:18.047+04:00 Dubai gold prices edge higher as global rally loses momentum YourMoney-Saving-Investment, Retail, UAE Gold, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/housing/dubai-rent-now-pay-later-explained-1.500640902 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-04-14/munxdq12/_1x_1.jpg For tenants, the key attraction is that instead of needing to find a large annual rent payment upfront, eligible renters could potentially spread the cost across up to 12 months at zero interest. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T14:43:35.980+04:00 Dubai Rent Now, Pay Later: How the 12-month rent payment plan works Living-Housing, Property, Dubai property, Dubai rents https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwaiti-arrested-after-police-uncover-marijuana-farm-inside-home-1.500640881 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/9v7lmbxq/Kuwait A search of the home uncovered six kilograms of marijuana allegedly prepared for distribution and about 250 grams of hashish. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T14:20:22.328+04:00 Kuwaiti arrested after police uncover marijuana farm inside home Kuwait, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/what-lies-beneath-iraqs-desert-a-river-filled-with-rare-blind-fish-1.500640890 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/omjiw3wk/Iraq Gulf News en 2026-08-14T14:19:48.837+04:00 What lies beneath Iraq’s desert? A river filled with rare blind fish Mena, Iraq https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/indias-akasa-air-adds-seven-boeing-737-max-aircraft-in-latest-avolon-deal-1.500640859 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/avzz0j99/Avolon-7378200-MAX.jpg Akasa Air is adding up to seven Boeing 737-8200 aircraft through a sale and leaseback deal with Avolon, supporting the Indian airline’s fleet and network expansion. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T13:55:23.903+04:00 India's Akasa Air adds seven Boeing 737 MAX aircraft in latest Avolon deal Aviation, Travel, India UAE travel, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/aaradhya-bachchan-case-delhi-hc-raises-questions-over-protecting-a-famous-family-name-like-a-trademark-1.500640866 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-10/wlylvp3p/gulfnews_2026_05_23_btk5b1pg_HIdZ7_b0AALwXM_jpg.avif Aishwarya Rai Bachchan with Aaradhya. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T13:49:26.017+04:00 Aaradhya Bachchan case: Delhi HC raises questions over protecting a famous family name like a trademark Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/planning-umrah-these-are-the-quietest-hours-at-the-grand-mosque-1.500640870 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/dchintxz/SPA The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque said crowd levels are typically low between 10pm and 4am, and again from 9am to 4pm. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T13:48:30.403+04:00 Planning Umrah? These are the quietest hours at the Grand Mosque Saudi, Hajj, Saudi Arabia, umrah https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/farage-has-won-clacton-what-happens-next-1.500640855 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/i4y9x2jq/preview.jpg Britain's Reform UK party leader Nigel Farage arrives at a polling station in Walton on the Naze, Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026 to cast his vote for the Clacton on Sea by-election. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T13:35:44.640+04:00 Farage has won Clacton. What happens next? Europe, UK https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/tanzid-hasan-makes-history-with-bangladeshs-first-test-century-in-australia-1.500640850 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/r141t774/Tanzid.jpg Bangladesh batsman Tanzid Hasan (L) celebrates scoring his century as Australian captain Pat Cummins (R) looks on on the second day of the first Test match at Marrara Stadium in Darwin on August 14, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T13:31:41.500+04:00 Tanzid Hasan makes history with Bangladesh’s first Test century in Australia Cricket, Bangladesh, Australia https://gulfnews.com/technology/instagram-changes-its-wordmark-and-the-internet-has-opinions-can-gen-z-read-cursive-1.500640847 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/9za905zl/new.PNG Instagram’s new wordmark sparks debate over cursive, branding and Gen Z Gulf News en 2026-08-14T13:30:08.931+04:00 Instagram changes its wordmark, and the internet has opinions — Can Gen Z read cursive? Technology, social media, Meta https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/samay-rainas-remarks-on-indias-got-latent-supreme-court-quashes-all-firs-against-comedian-1.500640840 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/bsqqteee/ANI_20260808122808.jpg Earlier in the proceedings, the court had reprimanded Raina over the offensive jokes and directed him to organise awareness programmes and raise funds for persons with disabilities as a condition of moving forward. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T13:29:06.979+04:00 Supreme Court quashes all FIRs against Samay Raina over insensitive remarks on India's Got Latent Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/bangladeshi-expat-in-ajman-wins-dh100000-big-ticket-prize-after-two-years-of-trying-1.500640809 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/w996d6sd/Arifuzzaman-Shuvo.jpg Arifuzzaman Shuvo Gulf News en 2026-08-14T13:26:29.404+04:00 Bangladeshi expat in Ajman wins Dh100,000 Big Ticket prize after two years of trying UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/al-ansari-profit-falls-29-to-dh151m-as-uae-remittance-margins-tighten-1.500640825 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/klpki5mu/Al-Ansari-Exchanges-branch.jpg Al Ansari Financial Services reported a 28.7 per cent drop in first-half net profit to Dh151 million, while operating income remained broadly stable at Dh635 million. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T13:17:48.315+04:00 Al Ansari profit falls 29% to Dh151m as UAE remittance margins tighten Markets, Dubai, UAE businesses, UAE remittance https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/vismaya-mohanlal-ashish-joe-antony-on-thudakkam-star-kid-privilege-didnt-know-if-i-would-be-welcomed-1.500640787 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/two9tr16/VISMAYA-AND-ASHISH.jpg Vismaya Mohanlal and Ashish Joe Antony in Jude Anthany Joseph's Thudakkam Gulf News en 2026-08-14T13:14:49.263+04:00 Vismaya Mohanlal, Ashish Joe Antony on Thudakkam, star-kid privilege: 'Didn't know if I would be welcomed' Entertainment, South-Indian, India, kerala, mohanlal, kerala cinema, india https://gulfnews.com/opinion/shildon-to-uae-a-200-year-railway-journey-1.500640714 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/s4gwftpx/the-flying-scotsman.jpg The Flying Scotsman giving Locomotion visitors the chance to travel with steam power in Shildon, County Durham, England. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/3m3curg2/locomotion-no1.jpg Locomotion No.1, the first steam locomotive to haul a passenger-carrying train on a public railway, when it was on temporary display in Locomotion in Shildon, County Durham, England. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T13:06:43.030+04:00 Shildon to UAE: A 200-year railway journey Opinion https://gulfnews.com/business/property/zoya-developments-sells-out-elinor-project-in-under-two-weeks-1.500640776 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/44vif5vn/image.jpg Leaders from Zoya Development and First Prime Properties Gulf News en 2026-08-14T13:04:31.652+04:00 Zoya Developments sells out Elinor project in under two weeks Property, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/uae-bank-lending-jumps-as-borrowing-rises-sharply-in-june-1.500640796 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/foz0bxc9/Stock___Abu_Dhabi___UAE_economy_181aaa63559_original_ratio.jpg UAE bank lending rose by Dh24.7 billion in June, almost twice the Dh12.3 billion increase recorded in May, according to Central Bank of the UAE data. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T13:01:38.160+04:00 UAE bank lending jumps as borrowing rises sharply in June Banking, UAE banks https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/pakistan-celebrates-79th-independence-day-with-patriotic-fervour-1.500640793 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/f94cuks5/PAK-1.jpg Students wave Pakistan’s national flag during an Independence Day ceremony at the mausoleum of Pakistan’s founder, Muhammad Ali Jinnah, in Karachi, Pakistan, on Friday, August 14, 2026. Pakistan is marking its 79th Independence Day with celebrations across the country. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/wqnszck5/PAK-2.jpg Pakistan's Army, Navy and Air Force officers attend a wreath-laying ceremony at the mausoleum of the country's founding father Muhammad Ali Jinnah during Independence Day celebrations in Karachi on August 14, 2026 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/g788tx2k/PAK-3.jpg Pakistani navy personnel escort senior officials and lawmakers from Sindh province as they arrive to lay wreaths at the mausoleum of Pakistan's founder, Muhammad Ali Jinnah, during an Independence Day ceremony in Karachi, Pakistan, Friday, Aug. 14, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/b5s1h9h9/PAK-5.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/c6e1h4t5/PAK-6.jpg Soldiers march during an Independence Day ceremony in Karachi, Pakistan. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/hdf3wked/PAK-7.jpg Students wave national flags during an Independence Day ceremony. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/kqdmhwiw/PAK-8.jpg Fireworks explode during celebrations ahead of the Pakistan's Independence Day, in Karachi, on August 14, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/648laes9/PAK-9.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/5ag3292l/PAK-10.jpg University students attend a ceremony in connection with the Pakistan's Independence Day celebrations, in Karachi, Pakistan. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/hkaag6ox/PAK-12.jpg Fishermen take part in a boat rally in connection with Pakistan's Independence Day celebrations, in Karachi, Pakistan, https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/19068hzk/PAK-13.jpg A worker pastes a Pakistani flag in Lahore, Pakista. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/goclqhjz/PAK-14.jpg Governor of Pakistan's Sindh province Nehal Hashmi (L) and the region's Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah (C) offer prayers at the mausoleum of the country's founding father Muhammad Ali Jinnah during Independence Day celebrations in Karachi on August 14, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/31efbzh7/PAK-15.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T13:00:09.432+04:00 Pakistan celebrates 79th Independence Day with patriotic fervour Pakistan, news-photos, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/building-progress-strengthening-partnerships-with-al-wahid-group-1.500640801 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/siqhwztb/SU260814PakistanAl-Wahid-Group-NEW.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T12:52:55.234+04:00 Building progress, strengthening partnerships with Al Wahid Group GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/manco-builds-with-purpose-from-strong-roots-to-a-wider-vision-1.500640794 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/6mzjx1oi/SU260814PakistanadvMANCO-NEW.gif Gulf News en 2026-08-14T12:46:52.965+04:00 MANCO builds with purpose, from strong roots to a wider vision GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/vista-maritime-travel-tourism-pakistan-the-uae-share-a-partnership-forged-in-trust-prosperity-and-global-connectivity-1.500640786 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/tdlkgqvl/SU260814PakistanadvVista-MaritimeDr-Zafar-Tahir.jpg Dr Zafar Tahir, Chief Executive Officer - Vista Maritime Travel & Tourism Gulf News en 2026-08-14T12:42:48.425+04:00 Vista Maritime Travel & Tourism: Pakistan & the UAE share a partnership forged in trust, prosperity and global connectivity GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/thousands-stranded-as-heavy-rain-kills-at-least-four-in-japan-2-1.500640777 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/35sij8uc/cars.jpg Abandoned cars are seen partially submerged on a flooded road in Sakura, Chiba prefecture on August 14, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/h0zgf4nm/narita.jpg Passengers wait to board a bus at the Narita International Airport in Narita, Chiba prefecture on August 14, 2026, after many of the train lines to the airport were closed. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T12:39:46.054+04:00 Thousands stranded as heavy rain kills at least four in Japan Asia, Japan https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/36-years-of-building-brands-across-the-uae-with-champion-group-1.500640739 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/bov4s6ru/1200x900image.jpg From left: Shazil Merchant, Director, Champion Group; Shabbir Merchant, Founder & Chairman, Champion Group; Shoaib Merchant, Director, Champion Group Gulf News en 2026-08-14T12:37:37.021+04:00 36 years of building brands across the UAE with Champion Group GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/how-robert-downey-jr-and-tom-hollands-unspoken-father-son-bond-was-the-mcus-heart-and-it-broke-1.500640752 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/808lli2y/peterparker.webp Robert Downey Jr and Tom Holland. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T12:37:18.477+04:00 How Robert Downey Jr. and Tom Holland’s unspoken father-son bond was the MCU’s heart — and it broke Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/sheikh-mohammed-do-what-is-right-and-let-critics-talk-1.500640763 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/mpxkdsee/MBR “Public service by its nature brings criticism,” Sheikh Mohammed said. “You have to endure it. Do what is right. Let them talk.” Gulf News en 2026-08-14T12:36:56.011+04:00 Sheikh Mohammed: Do what is right and let critics talk UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/al-ansari-exchange-helps-drive-financial-inclusion-through-trust-innovation-and-accessibility-1.500640757 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/4ox98xu0/SU260814PakistanadvAl-Ansari-Exchange-Ali-Al-Najjar-CEO.jpg Ali Al Najjar, CEO, Al Ansari Exchange Gulf News en 2026-08-14T12:34:17.800+04:00 Al Ansari Exchange helps drive financial inclusion through trust, innovation and accessibility GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/alif-group-roots-in-pakistan-built-in-the-uae-growing-across-borders-1.500640775 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/vrc5vtfh/SU260814PakistanadvAlif-Group.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T12:32:14.083+04:00 Alif Group: Roots in Pakistan, built in the UAE, growing across borders GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/abu-dhabi-doctors-save-13-month-old-child-with-rare-immune-disorder-1.500640773 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/9ie78lio/7d01476b-f292-4a67-8fbb-5d59cff4085c.jpeg Yas Clinic and ADSCC team up to save child with life-threatening Omenn Syndrome Gulf News en 2026-08-14T12:31:30.922+04:00 Abu Dhabi doctors save 13-month-old child with rare immune disorder Health, Health https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/dubai-travel-perks-last-chance-for-residents-to-claim-benefits-worth-dh3000-1.500640765 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/01/14/NAT-191501-SC-Water-slide-1-(Read-Only)_resources1_16a3106f078_large.jpg Water parks in Dubai will reopen to visitors from June 18 at 50 per cent capacity, according to a circular issued by Dubai Tourism. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T12:30:11.383+04:00 Dubai travel perks: Last chance for residents to claim benefits worth Dh3,000 Tourism, Dubai tourism https://gulfnews.com/sport/18-year-old-rising-golf-star-dies-after-suffering-a-brain-haemorrhage-1.500640758 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/60btly9a/Jessica-Bang.jpg The teenager was an up and coming golfer Gulf News en 2026-08-14T12:26:59.669+04:00 18-year-old rising golf star dies after suffering a brain haemorrhage Sport, Golf-in-UAE, UAE Golf, Australia https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-ranks-first-in-middle-east-10th-globally-for-tourist-appeal-1.500640744 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/t8zpk0yj/Dubai Dubai’s 10th-place finish put it ahead of destinations including Tokyo, Yokohama, Singapore, Chicago and Miami, according to the ranking. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T12:26:38.298+04:00 Dubai ranks first in Middle East, 10th globally for tourist appeal UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi-orders-temporary-closure-of-cafe-over-food-safety-violations-1.500640766 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/7rf9y6za/lassi.PNG Cafe faces temporary closure as inspectors flag ongoing safety lapses Gulf News en 2026-08-14T12:25:41.250+04:00 Abu Dhabi orders temporary closure of cafe over food safety violations UAE, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-orders-navy-to-return-to-an-older-system-of-launching-jets-off-aircraft-carriers-1.500640754 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-29/x57s79iw/1_16a0837d5a3_1855120_2432003235_16a0837d5a3_original_ratio.jpg A US Navy F/A-18E Super Hornet fighter jet launches from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman in the Mediterranean Sea in a photo released by the US Navy June 3, 2016. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T12:16:54.671+04:00 Trump tells Navy to ditch advanced jet-launch system Americas, Donald Trump https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/pakistan-business-council-sharjah-strengthens-pakistanuae-business-ties-1.500640746 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/aga5o2dn/SU260814PakistanBusiness-Council-Sharjah.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/2zdl963s/SU260814PakistanBusiness-Council-Sharjah-PIC-2-NEW-NEW.gif Gulf News en 2026-08-14T12:13:45.634+04:00 Pakistan Business Council Sharjah strengthens Pakistan–UAE business ties GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/air-arabia-profit-falls-51-to-dh374m-as-middle-east-conflict-hits-flights-and-fuel-costs-1.500640728 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-04/65128pdq/Air-arabia Air Arabia's first-half net profit fell 51 per cent to Dh374 million amid regional conflict, reduced flight capacity and higher fuel costs. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T12:01:26.388+04:00 Air Arabia profit falls 51% to Dh374m as Middle East conflict hits flights and fuel costs Aviation, Travel, Sharjah, Aviation, Air Arabia https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-returns-dh119b-to-victims-in-anti-money-laundering-drive-1.500640731 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/pplxzssk/Money-laundering The Dh1.19 billion recovered over the five-year period, it said, reflects the effectiveness of the country’s wider system for combating money laundering, terrorist financing and proliferation financing. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:59:50.978+04:00 UAE returns Dh1.19b to victims in anti-money laundering drive UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-sets-541kg-threshold-for-zakat-on-dates-1.500640682 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/mz1jk38h/Zakat The campaign aims to raise awareness of the rulings governing zakāt on dates and to establish a unified fatwa authority and reference concerning the niṣāb. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:59:12.753+04:00 UAE sets 541kg threshold for zakat on dates UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/generaltecs-eco-friendly-inverter-technology-maximum-energy-efficiency-1.500640732 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/q1scx6ir/SU260814PakistanadvGeneraltecLEAD-PIC.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/d8y6bjyq/SU260814PakistanadvGeneraltecSECONDARY-PIC.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:59:04.518+04:00 Generaltec’s eco-friendly inverter technology: Maximum energy efficiency GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-ministry-of-defence-seeks-emirati-recruits-for-land-forces-1.500640723 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/y5z7ylit/UAE-armed-forces Applicants must be UAE nationals aged between 18 and 35 and have completed at least Grade 9, the ministry said. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:58:51.294+04:00 UAE Ministry of Defence seeks Emirati recruits for Land Forces UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/thirty-years-of-legacy-trust-and-excellence-with-bt-properties-1.500640726 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/jvk432al/SU260814PakistanadvBT-Properties.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:53:57.533+04:00 Thirty years of legacy trust and excellence with BT Properties GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/air-india-phuket-delhi-flight-lost-flight-controls-for-4-seconds-2-1.500640721 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-09/ru15q1cv/20260804623F.jpg Hydraulic failure triggers brief loss of control, sharp descent on AI2379 Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:53:32.978+04:00 Air India Phuket-Delhi flight lost flight controls for 4 seconds India https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-public-holiday-rabi-al-awwal-crescent-sighted-ahead-of-prophets-birthday-1.500640711 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/jbv6efsx/Crescent The crescent was photographed from the centre’s Al Khatim Astronomical Observatory after sunset on Thursday, 13 August. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:53:18.803+04:00 UAE public holiday: Rabi Al Awwal crescent sighted ahead of Prophet’s Birthday UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/from-pakistani-roots-to-global-success-the-haq-family-hs-haqsons-group-and-a-legacy-of-impact-1.500640710 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/vcxhs2w2/SU260814PakistanadvHSLEADGroup-Directors.jpg The Group Directors https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/4lphs20u/SU260814PakistanadvHSSECONDARYA-session-by-Fahad.jpg Fahad Haq, CEO, H&S Real Estate anchors a session Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:47:46.830+04:00 From Pakistani roots to global success: The Haq Family, H&S-Haqsons Group and a legacy of impact GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/dubai-parkin-revenue-forecast-cut-as-drivers-shift-to-seasonal-cards-developer-parking-grows-1.500640701 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/06/27/20230627-free-parking_188fcc32314_large.jpg Traditional public parking is facing softer growth, while seasonal cards, developer parking and enforcement are becoming increasingly important contributors to the business. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:46:22.267+04:00 Dubai Parkin revenue forecast cut as drivers shift to seasonal cards, developer parking grows Markets, Parkin, dubai parking fees, Dubai parking https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/shah-rukh-khan-is-still-a-superstar-yash-says-kgf-beating-zero-doesnt-make-him-bigger-im-still-his-fan-1.500640693 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/wtxt43z7/Untitled-design-1.jpg . Despite Zero carrying the star power of Shah Rukh Khan, Anushka Sharma and Katrina Kaif, Yash's Kannada action drama edged past it at the worldwide box office. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:38:06.640+04:00 ‘Shah Rukh Khan is still a superstar’: Yash says KGF beating Zero doesn’t make him bigger, ‘I’m still his fan’ Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/2-phds-mba-51-year-old-clears-neet-after-34-years-to-fulfil-his-dream-of-becoming-a-doctor-1.500640698 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/nfzo2aw8/SURESH.jpg Suresh Kumar speaks to the media in Tamil Nadu after clearing NEET at the age of 51. He studied late nights after work and used past papers as part of his preparation. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:37:35.395+04:00 2 PhDs, MBA: 51-year-old clears NEET after 34 years to fulfil his dream of becoming a doctor India, viral https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/pakistan-is-a-land-where-history-heritage-and-creativity-converges-1.500640694 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/am2dcmpd/SU260815PakistanCulture-Badshahi-Mosque-Lahoreshutterstock2628189591.jpg Badshahi Mosque, Lahore Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:32:40.637+04:00 Pakistan is a land where history, heritage and creativity converges GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/nato-jets-shoot-down-drone-over-eastern-latvian-airspace-defence-ministry-2-1.500640699 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-14/ccyb5thf/newsml_afp_com_20250914T130147Z_doc_74fm4t3.jpeg Alliance intercepts unidentified UAV near Russian border amid rising tensions Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:30:52.021+04:00 NATO jets shoot down drone over eastern Latvian airspace: Defence ministry Americas, Ukraine, Russia https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/rahul-gandhi-calls-rss-a-bunch-of-jokers-questions-modi-governments-foreign-policy-1.500640681 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/7f391do6/Rahul.jpg Congress leader and Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi addresses a gathering during the Rachnatmak Congress National Convention event, in New Delhi on Thursday. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/uaqbg9pv/Rahul-2.jpg Congress leader and Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi interacts to the media at the Parliament premises during the ongoing Monsoon Session, in New Delhi on Wednesday. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:30:18.545+04:00 Rahul Gandhi calls RSS a ‘bunch of jokers’, questions Modi government’s foreign policy India, Narendra Modi https://gulfnews.com/sport/saudi-clubs-continue-their-raid-on-english-football-with-another-signing-1.500640687 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/lorj5mjn/newsml_afp_com_20250626T000000Z_PH_GTY_2222523809.jpeg Saudi Arabia will welcome another Premier League star to their growing Pro League https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/12/31/sport_18567149603_large.jpg Ronaldo's transfer sparked the Saudi Pro League’s spending era, paving the way for a wave of global stars https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/9mz9w8md/newsml_afp_com_20260427T200021Z_doc_a96f2l2.jpeg Over 20 players have signed directly from the Premier League to the Saudi Pro League Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:26:29.505+04:00 Saudi clubs continue their raid on English football with another signing Sport, Football, premier league, Manchester City, Saudi Arabia, Cristiano Ronaldo, Saudi Pro League https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/pakistans-spirit-shines-bright-across-the-uae-1.500640605 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/fdleyehl/78C1CC5C-AB28-4920-BDC6-AF7C431D7DE0-gn-archives.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/vdxvu556/SU260814PakistanTitans-of-BusinessChampion-GroupShabbir-Merchant.jpg Shabbir Merchant https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/278eyunv/SU260814PakistanTitans-of-BusinessHaqsonsHSEmad-Haq.jpeg Emad Haq https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/g9d99n1t/SU260814PakistanTitans-of-BusinessGreen-SquareKhawar-Hussain.jpg Khawar Hussain https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/l29l3hmj/SU260814PakistanTitans-of-BusinessAlif-GroupAsif-Zaman.jpeg Syed Asif Zaman https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/dydr940g/SU260814PakistanTitans-of-BusinessBT-PropertiesAli-Riaz-Malik.jpg Ali Riaz Malik https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/1vu3hjq3/SU260814PakistanTitans-of-BusinessPakistan-Business-CouncilSyed-Saleem-Akhtar.jpg Syed Saleem Akhtar https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/ihcfk4a3/SU260814PakistanTitans-of-BusinessAhmad-AlagbariAlia-Noor.jpeg Alia Noor https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/7wer9w3a/SU260814PakistanTitans-of-BusinessAl-Wahid-Group-Umar-Farooq.jpg Umar Farooq https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/dbusmzay/SU260814PakistanTitans-of-BusinessManco-EngineeringHafiz-Mudassar.jpg Hafiz Mudassar https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/bm5ryk3k/SU260814PakistanTitans-of-BusinessVista-MaritimeDr-Zafar-Tahir.jpeg Dr Zafar Tahir Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:23:07.777+04:00 Pakistan’s spirit shines bright across the UAE GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-leaders-congratulate-president-of-pakistan-on-independence-day-3-1.500640617 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/b8585y2y/o9q06ayp1ka0s2vpo.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:16:01.167+04:00 UAE leaders congratulate President of Pakistan on Independence Day Government, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/uae-gaming-authority-signs-deal-with-abu-dhabi-financial-regulator-to-strengthen-oversight-1.500640668 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/arlrwfai/ADGM-Abu-Dhabis-International-Financial-Centre.jpg UAE’s General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) and ADGM’s Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) have signed an MoU to strengthen regulatory cooperation and information sharing. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:11:11.186+04:00 UAE gaming authority signs deal with Abu Dhabi financial regulator to strengthen oversight Markets, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/frozen-3-first-look-and-release-date-wedding-bells-for-anna-and-kristoff-elsa-gets-a-wardrobe-refresh-1.500640655 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/4to7b7b2/elsa.webp https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/q0kck39u/blocg.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-14T11:02:42.912+04:00 Frozen 3 first look and release date: Wedding Bells for Anna and Kristoff, Elsa gets a wardrobe refresh Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/israels-christians-rely-on-faith-and-allies-as-they-fear-rising-harassment-1.500640622 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/3h29mfpk/preview.jpg A Christian pilgrim attends a Mass in the Basilica of the Transfiguration on Mount Tabor, northern Israel, Aug. 6, 2026. (AP Photo/Ariel Schalit) Gulf News en 2026-08-14T10:49:38.388+04:00 Israel’s Christians rely on faith and allies as they fear rising harassment Israel Christians Jews Catholic nun attack https://gulfnews.com/sport/rory-mcilroys-tough-start-at-fedex-st-jude-championship-1.500640638 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/5hr42g1a/newsml_afp_com_20260813T000000Z_PH_GTY_2290324797.jpeg Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland walks from the seventh tee during the first round of the FedEx St. Jude Championship 2026 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/8qml1tmr/newsml_afp_com_20260813T000000Z_PH_GTY_2290330975.jpeg McIlroy found himself in the bunker on the ninth hole https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/wu2osxbk/newsml_afp_com_20260813T000000Z_PH_GTY_2290343167.jpeg Tommy Fleetwood of England plays his third shot on the 17th hole during the first round of the FedEx St. Jude Championship 2026 Gulf News en 2026-08-14T10:44:20.755+04:00 Rory McIlroy’s tough start at FedEx St. Jude Championship Sport, Golf-in-UAE, UAE Golf, Rory McIlroy https://gulfnews.com/world/dream-come-true-colombian-woman-reunited-with-cat-rescued-from-quake-rubble-1.500640619 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/erhg0rnj/newsml_afp_com_20260812T182108Z_doc_c4hk2mk.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/5zomm59c/newsml_afp_com_20260813T215642Z_doc_c4lz6nb.jpeg An earthquake victim plays with a dog in front of his damaged residential building three days after a 7.4 earthquake in Pereira, Colombia on August 13, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/jwsn7avy/newsml_afp_com_20260813T221716Z_doc_c4lz2ce.jpeg A dog is pictured in a line for food aid three days after a 7.4 earthquake in Pereira, Colombia on August 13, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T10:17:43.282+04:00 ‘Dream come true’: Colombian woman reunited with cat rescued from quake rubble World, news-video https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/sharjah-traffic-alert-temporary-road-closure-and-diversion-announced-1.500640615 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/iq0smtm7/road.PNG Diversion at key Sharjah junction for road upgrade and smoother traffic flow Gulf News en 2026-08-14T10:07:36.580+04:00 Sharjah traffic alert: Temporary road closure and diversion announced Transport, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/uae/science/missed-the-perseids-uae-night-sky-has-plenty-more-to-offer-save-these-dates-1.500640502 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-13/91u49g50/STAFFNAT_250812_Perseid_meteor_shower_VSAKLANI_11755057955776.jpg Enthusiasts and stargazers were in for a celestial treat as the annual Perseid meteor shower returns, with a display of "shooting stars" across the night sky during an event hosted by Dubai Astronomy Group at Jebel Jais in Ras Al Khaimah. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-13/q4meozjy/Boot-Arch-Perseids-–-Mike-Abramyan.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/by6oeflf/WhatsApp_Image_2026_08_13_at_10_46_44_PM.jpeg A streak of the annual Perseid meteor shower as seen from Mleiha National Park in Sharjah, UAE, which has served as a prime desert viewing location for the annual meteor shower, which peaked overnight on August 12–13, 2026. Organised night events at the park featured guided stargasing, telescope viewings, and desert dinner buffets. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T10:06:44.075+04:00 Missed the Perseids? UAE night sky has plenty more to offer — save these dates Science, UAE https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/best-laptop-backpacks-on-amazonae-2026-five-smart-picks-for-commuting-and-work-1.500633450 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-07/a69enk0l/laptopbackpack1-1.png Modern laptop backpacks displayed in a clean, commuter friendly workspace. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T10:00:00.000+04:00 Best laptop backpacks on Amazon.ae 2026: Five smart picks for commuting and work Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/farage-beats-count-binface-to-win-uk-by-election-officials-2-1.500640604 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/qr5nn3z5/newsml_afp_com_20260508T160516Z_doc_b2au7f2.jpeg Count Binface finishes strong second as joke candidates crowd Clacton ballot Gulf News en 2026-08-14T09:58:37.830+04:00 Farage beats Count Binface to win UK by-election: Officials Europe, Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/uk-economy-shows-surprising-resilience-amid-middle-east-war-political-unrest-1.500639543 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-10/v4qaevid/newsml_afp_com_20260710T165029Z_doc_b9vh46w.jpeg Members of the crowd sporting "bald caps" gather in the sunshine ahead of a concert by US rapper and singer Pitbull in Hyde Park, London, on July 10, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T09:52:50.195+04:00 UK economy shows surprising resilience amid Middle East war, political unrest Europe, economy https://gulfnews.com/sport/cristiano-ronaldo-back-at-al-nassr-when-will-he-play-1.500640310 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/01/10/Copy-of-2023-01-03T175702Z_1977722627_UP1EJ131DV0CE_RTRMADP_3_SOCCER-SAUDI-RONALDO-1673336961190_1859aa7b8e6_large.jpg Cristiano Ronaldo Gulf News en 2026-08-14T09:49:44.551+04:00 Cristiano Ronaldo back at Al Nassr: When will he play? Sport, Saudi, Football, football, Saudi Arabia, Cristiano Ronaldo https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/philippines-to-raise-fuel-prices-petrol-rates-spiking-in-3rd-week-of-august-1.500640566 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-30/s5owkod6/Fuel-pump-Phil-IMG1228.jpg A scene at a petrol pump in the Philippines. Filipino motorists may face another round of fuel price spikes amid the US-Iran standoff and risks faced by crude oil tankers transiting the Strait of Hormuz. File photo taken on March 30, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T09:42:41.939+04:00 Philippines to raise fuel prices: Petrol rates spiking in 3rd week of August Energy, Philippines https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/tunnel-collapses-at-an-indian-hydropower-project-killing-at-least-7-1.500640586 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/uyrz099z/HPp-QNaasAAgte5.jpg Twelve workers pulled out alive as search continues for three still missing Gulf News en 2026-08-14T09:36:37.871+04:00 Tunnel collapses at an Indian hydropower project, killing at least 7 India, india https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/tyler-duckworth-dies-at-44-the-challenge-stars-death-under-investigation-1.500640555 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/u6enlul0/tyler.webp Gulf News en 2026-08-14T09:08:00.373+04:00 Tyler Duckworth dies at 44: The Challenge star’s death under investigation Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/us-says-hormuz-oil-flows-higher-than-tracked-1.500640459 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-06/35k0z0wv/preview.jpg Fishermen work in front of oil tankers south of the Strait of Hormuz. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/22zav76s/202608143903301.jpg US Energy Secretary Chris Wright says says Strait of Hormuz oil flows are higher than tracked. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T09:02:51.685+04:00 US says Hormuz oil flows 'higher than tracked' Energy, Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/uae/us-iran-standoff-what-residents-need-to-know-today-aug-14-2026-1.500640493 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/5m0n76ip/DXB_174e506f8bf_original_ratio.jpg A view of Dubai International Airport (DXB), the world’s busiest international airport since 2014. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T08:49:52.459+04:00 US-Iran standoff: What residents need to know today (Aug. 14, 2026) UAE, Mena https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/flying-today-from-uae-emirates-etihad-air-arabia-flight-cancellations-and-latest-updates-1.500640515 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-16/twnqy9b7/20260307324.JPG UAE travellers are advised to check flight status before heading to the airport as airlines continue to adjust selected regional services. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T08:42:03.913+04:00 Flying today from UAE? Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia flight cancellations and latest updates Aviation, Mena, India, UAE Travel, Emirates airline, India UAE travel, Etihad Airways, Air Arabia https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-traffic-update-heavy-congestion-hits-e11-e311-and-dubai-sharjah-roads-1.500640528 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-25/psm7uxyb/gulfnews2025-06-20rsfe6o362006-DXB-SHJ-4.avif Heavy delays on E11, E311 as Dubai-Sharjah commuters face Friday gridlock https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-25/odm8jrem/gulfnews2024-11-160sojt33kNAT190610NAHDATRAFFICJAM8156103251165716b74c9d0aaoriginalratio.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/ipbms4mk/traffic.PNG Heavy delays on E11, E311 as Dubai-Sharjah commuters face Friday gridlock Gulf News en 2026-08-14T08:32:07.619+04:00 UAE traffic update: Heavy congestion hits E11, E311 and Dubai-Sharjah roads UAE, Dubai, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/pakistan-uae-bilateral-trade-remains-strong-resilient-1.500640450 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/k7djte7r/SU260814PakistanBilateral-TradeLEAD-shutterstock2614530329.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/n1ayif7e/SU260814PakistanBilateral-TradeALLAD.jpg Ali Zeb Khan, Trade and Investment Counsellor, Pakistan Consulate Dubai Gulf News en 2026-08-14T08:23:37.576+04:00 Pakistan-UAE bilateral trade remains strong, resilient GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/punjab-powers-ahead-with-ambitious-welfare-push-1.500640462 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/8yrvteg9/SU260814PakistanPunjab-Progress-SECONDARY.jpg Punjab Chief Minister, Maryam Nawaz Sharif takes a ride on the Super Autonomous Rapid Transit (SART) or trackless electric tram, Pakistan’s first urban electric train, in Lahore Gulf News en 2026-08-14T08:21:33.045+04:00 Punjab powers ahead with ambitious welfare push GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/pakistan-posts-fastest-economic-growth-in-four-years-as-reforms-drive-recovery-1.500640501 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/0zre7hwa/SU260814PakistanEconomic-Outlook-shutterstock2606810729.jpg A night view of the bustling business district in Karachi Gulf News en 2026-08-14T08:13:48.559+04:00 Pakistan posts fastest economic growth in four years as reforms drive recovery GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/from-1977-to-today-asghar-furnitures-role-in-shaping-modern-uae-living-1.500637030 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/6wvvxe60/GFEttihadImageLead-image1110x625.jpg-2.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/42xk6rco/SofaDigital1200x900.jpg-body-image2.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T08:00:00.000+04:00 From 1977 to today: Asghar Furniture’s role in shaping modern UAE living UAE https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/twices-chaeyoung-and-ziont-breakup-rumours-denied-by-agencies-they-are-continuing-their-beautiful-relationship-1.500640490 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/8w44alrs/chaeyoung.webp In their own words, the two are "continuing their beautiful relationship with positive feelings toward each other." Gulf News en 2026-08-14T07:50:31.283+04:00 TWICE’s Chaeyoung and Zion.T breakup rumours denied by agencies: ‘They are continuing their beautiful relationship’ Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/after-anupama-parameswarans-narcissistic-abuse-claims-dhruv-vikram-breaks-silence-as-speculation-grows-1.500640479 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/eftdc4rg/hdurv.avif Speculation surrounding Dhruv and Anupama began while they were filming Bison Kaalamaadan in 2025. Their appearances together subsequently fuelled further interest from fans. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T07:34:16.436+04:00 After Anupama Parameswaran’s ‘narcissistic abuse’ claims, Dhruv Vikram breaks silence as speculation grows Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/friday/lifetstyle/sickness-is-not-suffering-it-is-a-sign-for-healing-1.500639960 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/y3vaz1vv/FRI260814Ask-the-ExpertsDr-Ludmila.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T07:29:00.000+04:00 Sickness is not suffering, it is a sign for healing Friday-Lifetstyle, Friday https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/indefinite-iran-blockade-why-it-changes-the-equation-as-hormuz-crisis-deepens-oil-supply-gap-widens-1.500640464 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/kh2bw139/Screenshot-2026-08-14-at-11.05.54-AM.png US forces are enforcing the blockade against vessels transiting to or from Iranian ports and coastal areas while supporting traffic flow through regional waters for all vessels not violating the blockade. A US fighter jet gets refuelled mid-air. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-14/afrtbk2d/US-naval-blockade.jpeg US Central Command (CentCom) forces are currently blockading maritime traffic entering and exiting Iranian ports. US Energy Secretary Chris Wright has said 8 million to 9 million barrels of oil are moving through the Strait of Hormuz each day, disputing estimates that suggested traffic through the vital waterway had fallen sharply during the conflict with Iran. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-28/iywrtmdq/hormuz28_1782653013744.jpg Commercial tracking company Kpler had estimated that more than 100 vessels crossed the strait daily before the US-Iran conflict. It recorded 14 crossings on Monday (Aug. 10, 2026) and the same number on Tuesday (Aug. 11, 2026). Gulf News en 2026-08-14T07:19:38.846+04:00 ‘Indefinite’ Iran blockade: Why it changes the equation as Hormuz crisis deepens, oil supply gap widens Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/is-disney-killing-happy-endings-camp-rock-3-joins-wizards-beyond-waverly-place-in-the-heartbreak-hall-of-fame-1.500640453 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/rvvala8a/camprock3.webp Demi Lovato in Camp Rock 3 Gulf News en 2026-08-14T07:16:10.946+04:00 Is Disney killing happy endings? Camp Rock 3 joins Wizards Beyond Waverly Place in the heartbreak hall of fame Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/friday/lifetstyle/ai-in-schools-brings-back-pen-and-paper-1.500639667 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/jooedkin/FRI260814Pen-and-paper2.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/s2yx8p4m/FRI260814Pen-and-paper1.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T07:10:00.000+04:00 AI in schools brings back pen and paper Friday-Lifetstyle, Friday https://gulfnews.com/friday/lifetstyle/how-onam-pookalam-flowers-support-keralas-seasonal-economy-1.500639752 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/g4o79s9m/FRI260814Onam1.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/9qp3dlsk/FRI260814Onam2.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/dtodmsxe/FRI260814Onam3.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T07:10:00.000+04:00 How Onam Pookalam flowers support Kerala’s seasonal economy Friday-Lifetstyle, Friday https://gulfnews.com/friday/lifetstyle/school-memories-from-a-strict-convent-childhood-1.500639771 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/iv87xrjq/FRI260814Just-a-Thought.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T07:10:00.000+04:00 School memories from a strict convent childhood Friday-Lifetstyle, Friday https://gulfnews.com/friday/food/chef-bobby-sutanto-brings-indonesian-cuisine-to-dubai-1.500639594 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/tl8gq57o/FRI260814FoodChef-Bobby-SutantoDishes.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/vfzx6uir/FRI_260814_Food_Chef_Bobby_Sutanto.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/65bamkqp/FRI260814FoodChef-Bobby-Sutanto2.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T07:08:00.000+04:00 Chef Bobby Sutanto Brings Indonesian Cuisine to Dubai Friday-Food, Friday https://gulfnews.com/friday/travel/five-days-in-bangkok-and-khao-yai-1.500639575 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/gyqnxwi5/FRI260814TravelThailandGrand-PalaceLEAD.jpg Bangkok’s magnificent Grand Palace complex https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/emhomnmz/FRI260814TravelThailandGolden-Buddha.jpg A giant golden Buddha overlooking Bangkok’s canals https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/420yrxgy/FRI260814TravelThailandHaew-Suwat-Waterfall.jpg Haew Suwat Waterfall in Khao Yai National Park https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/mlsmjnmb/Postcards.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T07:08:00.000+04:00 Five days in Bangkok and Khao Yai Friday-Travel, Friday https://gulfnews.com/friday/art-people/eight-year-old-sultan-alwahshi-publishes-debut-space-adventure-1.500639616 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/ubpkan4v/FRI260814Cover-Sultan-AlWahshi1.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/yknt5ca6/FRI260814Cover-Sultan-AlWahshi6.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/0a7dsfr1/FRI260814Cover-Sultan-AlWahshi4.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-14T07:00:00.000+04:00 Eight-year-old Sultan AlWahshi publishes debut space adventure Friday-Art-People, Friday https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/netflixs-conversations-with-a-killer-review-the-charles-manson-tapes-sits-with-the-horror-and-asks-why-1.500640232 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/0m4128o5/manson.jpeg The story of Charles Manson and his cult is, to put it in safe terms, a deeply unsettling, uncomfortable one, owing to the sheer horror of the violence, fear and paranoia that his murders created in America in the 1960s Gulf News en 2026-08-14T07:00:00.000+04:00 Netflix's Conversations with a Killer review: The Charles Manson Tapes recounts the making of a monster Entertainment, World https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/strait-of-hormuz-standoff-escalates-as-us-redirects-more-ships-1.500639232 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/c9o1rb00/25.jpg Vessels are seen in the Strait of Hormuz, off the port city of Bandar Abbas in southern Iran. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/ny93cy83/preview.jpg Dark oil residue collects in shallow coastal waters on Qeshm Island, Iran, Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026, amid ongoing wartime attacks on vessels and infrastructure in and around the Strait of Hormuz, though the spill's source has not been independently determined.(Amirhosein Khorgooi/ISNA via AP) Gulf News en 2026-08-14T06:56:45.206+04:00 Houthis claim drone attack on Saudi Aramco refinery, US unveils drone task force Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/2150-patients-benefit-from-uae-organ-transplants-1.500640449 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/dlc99nbm/Screenshot-2026-08-14-at-10.46.42-AM.png Abu Dhabi’s integrated organ transplantation ecosystem has made possible 2,150 organ transplants for patients in the UAE since the launch of the national “Hayat” organ and tissue donation programme in 2017, through June 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/6blpm1pd/Screenshot-2026-08-14-at-10.46.32-AM.png Dr Rashed Al Suwaidi, Director-General of the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, said they remain committed to strengthening Abu Dhabi’s integrated organ transplantation ecosystem by providing the highest levels of care. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T06:51:59.283+04:00 2,150 lives transformed: UAE organ transplants give patients a new lease on life UAE, Health https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/message-from-hussain-muhammed-consul-general-of-pakistan-to-dubai-and-the-northern-emirates-1.500640443 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/2jjmjcnd/SU260814PakistanConsul-General-Message-NEW-NEW.jpg Hussain Muhammed, Consul General of Pakistan to Dubai and the Northern Emirates Gulf News en 2026-08-14T06:33:18.473+04:00 Message from Hussain Muhammed, Consul General of Pakistan to Dubai and the Northern Emirates GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/uae-back-to-school-checklist-the-vaccines-parents-should-check-now-1.500640436 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/04/24/Copy-of-957801-01-02-1713966793047_18f1061c165_large.jpg A schoolgirl receives a vaccine at a school. Photo for illustrative purposes only https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/do52aoxw/Dr.Shereena-Photo-.JPG.jpeg Dr. Shereena Khamis Al Mazrouei, department manager of health promotion and public health programme at Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/8nbsgsx5/Dr-Vishrut-Singh-Specialist-Paediatrics-Aster-Clinic-Bur-Dubai-AJMC.png Dr. Vishrut Singh, specialist paediatrics at Aster Clinic https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/1j12y652/Dr.-Riham-Ismail.jpeg Dr. Riham Ismail, specialist paediatrics at Medcare Women and Children Hospital https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/33359d8r/Dr.-Puneet-Wadhwa.jpeg Dr. Puneet Wadhwa, consultant paediatrician at Prime Hospital Gulf News en 2026-08-14T06:25:41.126+04:00 UAE back-to-school checklist: The vaccines parents should check now Health, Education, Parenting-Child-Health, UAE, UAE, Education, Health, Back-to-school https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/message-from-shafqat-ali-khan-ambassador-of-pakistan-to-the-uae-on-the-occasion-of-the-independence-day-of-pakistan-1.500640438 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/2nm5p1a7/SU260814PakistanAmbassador-Message-NEW-NEW.jpeg Shafqat Ali Khan, Ambassador of Pakistan to the UAE Gulf News en 2026-08-14T06:18:36.426+04:00 Message from Shafqat Ali Khan, Ambassador of Pakistan to the UAE, on the occasion of the Independence Day of Pakistan GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/hollywood/selena-gomez-faces-fraud-allegations-over-mental-health-startup-1.500640439 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/dcd7cnfb/newsml_afp_com_20260506T000000Z_PH_GTY_2274895868.jpeg Lawsuit claims Gomez, co-founders misled backers on valuation, deals and app launch Gulf News en 2026-08-14T06:17:24.072+04:00 Selena Gomez faces fraud allegations over mental health startup HollyWood, hollywood, crime, Music https://gulfnews.com/uae/100-shooting-stars-perseids-peak-watch-night-at-mleiha-national-park-uae-1.500640426 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/9ebakl2u/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-14-at-10.29.34-AM.jpeg Star‑trail composition from the event, featuring meteors within the frame. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/fz64wf0r/WhatsApp_Image_2026_08_13_at_10_46_44_PM.jpeg A streak of the annual Perseid meteor shower as seen from Mleiha National Park in Sharjah, UAE, which has served as a prime desert viewing location for the annual meteor shower, which peaked overnight on August 12–13, 2026. Organised night events at the park featured guided stargasing, telescope viewings, and desert dinner buffets. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/zihzbexc/Screenshot-2026-08-14-at-10.17.07-AM.png Photo of an airplane cruising across the sky. Up to 100 shooting stars an hour lit up the UAE skies during the Perseids peak, as seen from Mleiha National Park. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/fz64wf0r/WhatsApp_Image_2026_08_13_at_10_46_44_PM.jpeg A streak of the annual Perseid meteor shower, which peaked overnight on August 12–13, 2026, observed in an event hosted by Dubai Astronomy Group. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/1e46g1my/IMG_0834.HEIC Residents observed and took photos of Saturn from telescopes at the event. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/yxh93qq8/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-14-at-10.29.35-AM.jpeg A Perseids meteor streaking across the sky with Mleiha’s mountain in the backdrop. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/qokr529q/Screenshot-2026-08-14-at-10.16.59-AM.png Guests at the Mleiha National Park's annual Perseids night. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T06:13:50.423+04:00 100 shooting stars an hour? Perseids peak lights up UAE skies — best watch night at Mleiha National Park UAE, Science https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/when-does-suhail-star-appear-uae-1.500640349 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/08/24/Suhail-star_19185e8093c_large.jpg Historically, the appearance of Suhail, visible for 52 days, has been a crucial event across the Arabian Peninsula. It signifies a shift in the season (picture used for illustrative purposes). https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/08/16/Suhail-star-also-known-as-Canopus._189fe907d9a_large.jpg Suhail star also known as Canopus. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-29/a85gsf5d/Hot-weather While the appearance of Suhail signals a gradual shift away from peak summer heat, temperatures can remain high after the star becomes visible. The change is gradual, with a slight drop in temperatures and increased humidity as the season progresses. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T06:00:00.000+04:00 Suhail star UAE: When it will appear and what it means for the weather Weather, UAE weather, Summer https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-temperatures-to-hit-49c-as-rain-chances-increase-1.500640433 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/kna0h4aj/Weather Conditions on Friday will be fair to partly cloudy, becoming cloudy at times towards the north and east. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T05:58:03.311+04:00 UAE temperatures to hit 49°C as rain chances increase Weather, UAE weather https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/message-from-muhammad-shehbaz-sharif-prime-minister-of-pakistan-on-the-occasion-of-pakistan-independence-day-celebrations-1.500640434 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/btm2fj02/Shahbaz-sharif.jpeg Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Prime Minister of Pakistan Gulf News en 2026-08-14T05:53:57.491+04:00 Message from Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Prime Minister of Pakistan on the occasion of Pakistan Independence Day celebrations GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/message-from-asif-ali-zardari-president-of-pakistan-on-the-nations-79th-anniversary-of-independence-1.500640422 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-14/8u7b8cb1/SU260814PakistanMessagePresident-of-Pakistan-Asif-Ali-Zardari.jpg Asif Ali Zardari, President of Pakistan Gulf News en 2026-08-14T05:36:53.161+04:00 Message from Asif Ali Zardari, President of Pakistan on the nation's 79th anniversary of independence GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/washington-accuses-china-of-building-a-global-tariff-evasion-network-via-transshipment-1.500640406 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-04/wc99bsf6/newsml_afp_com_20260304T100844Z_doc_99vj7nr.jpeg Containers of China Shipping and Cosco shipping companies are stacked at a transshipment station in Frankfurt am Main, western Germany, on April 15, 2025. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-12/gxto81au/newsml_afp_com_20260412T043645Z_doc_a7hj2xg.jpeg Containers are seen on the US container ship “President Reagan” moored at the port of Los Angeles, on April 11, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T05:25:06.008+04:00 Washington accuses China of building a global tariff-evasion network via 'transshipment' Americas, Markets https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/young-people-want-to-create-contribute-and-be-heard-1.500640036 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/10/10/Young-people-on-stars-Buro-Millennial-Pexels.com_183c1e766b8_large.jpg Young people do not want a future designed for them. They want a hand in designing it. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/6sphktpj/Marwa_Al_Aqroubi__Executive_Director.jpg Marwa Al Aqroubi Gulf News en 2026-08-14T05:16:00.000+04:00 Young people want to create, contribute and be heard Op-Eds, Future-Now https://gulfnews.com/your-money/saving-investment/back-to-school-which-uae-banks-let-parents-pay-fees-in-instalments-1.500640244 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/ghgyvxbd/1_16a0850bfcd_2278521_3001760048_16a0850bfcd_original_ratio.jpg Most schools allow parents to pay fees by card without the transaction charges. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T05:05:00.000+04:00 Back to school: Which UAE banks let parents pay fees in instalments? YourMoney-Saving-Investment, Banking, Living-Banking, Education, Living-Education, Dubai school fees, UAE schools, Dubai school calendar, Dubai private schools, Back-to-school https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/why-we-need-fewer-experts-and-more-wise-people-1.500637153 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/9p48zufv/vitaly-gariev-w7rKpNn53t4-unsplash.jpg In a world full of experts, the rarest skill is not more knowledge — but clearer thinking. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T04:58:00.000+04:00 Why we need fewer experts and more wise people Op-Eds https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-doctors-warn-of-rat-fever-risks-during-travel-after-indian-expat-dies-of-leptospirosis-in-kerala-1.500640319 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/k0f9qa1z/Teejo-George One of the last photos of Teejo George, taken at the 30th-year reunion of his college mates during his last vacation in Kerala. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/n9ooyj0j/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-14-at-12.10.43-AM-1.jpeg Dr Bashirat L. Giwa and Dr Deepak Damodaran Gulf News en 2026-08-14T04:30:00.000+04:00 UAE doctors warn of ‘rat fever’ risks during travel after Indian expat dies of leptospirosis in Kerala UAE, Health, India, UAE, kerala, Indian expats, india, Health https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-strongly-condemns-targeting-of-two-adnoc-vessels-while-transiting-strait-of-hormuz-1.500640347 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-23/z7qwf8r1/UAE-FLAG MoFA blasts use of Strait of Hormuz as tool of economic coercion and blackmail Gulf News en 2026-08-14T03:17:10.162+04:00 UAE strongly condemns targeting of two ADNOC vessels while transiting Strait of Hormuz UAE, Energy, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/uae/two-adnoc-vessels-attacked-in-strait-of-hormuz-no-injuries-1.500640338 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-27/xlek2vk8/newsml_afp_com_20260627T162612Z_doc_b8j44zq.jpeg UAE condemns Iranian attack on ADNOC ships as violation of UN resolution 2817 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-08/fsx64h2s/Hormuz.jpg A man sits on a surfboard as a container ship and other commercial vessels appear anchored in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas, in Iran. For illustrative purposes only. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T03:06:24.432+04:00 Two ADNOC vessels attacked in Strait of Hormuz; no injuries UAE, Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-sends-uss-george-washington-to-middle-east-as-9-month-uss-lincoln-deployment-sparks-crew-welfare-crisis-1.500640378 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-27/wo2xz3hf/Trop-view-USS-Abraham-Lincoln.png A top view showing an array of aircraft on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln during deployment en route to the Middle East. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-28/w8g5oufe/newsml_afp_com_20251028T075606Z_doc_828k266.jpeg Marine One (L), with US President Donald Trump and Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on board, lands on board the US Navy's USS George Washington aircraft carrier at the US naval base in Yokosuka on October 28, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T02:55:58.825+04:00 US sends USS George Washington to Middle East as 9-month USS Lincoln deployment sparks crew-welfare crisis Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-announces-tariffs-of-up-to-100-on-imported-drones-1.500640363 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-20/0kah49gq/newsml_afp_com_20260520T145215Z_doc_b3gw7ke.jpeg People enjoy a drone show at the Sea World Culture and Arts Center (SWCAC) in Shenzhen, southern China's Guangdong province on May 20, 2026, on the eve of Drone World Congress (DWC). https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-21/hfps3j9j/newsml_afp_com_20260521T054332Z_doc_b3jy2kh.jpeg Visitors are seen at the DJI stand during the Drone World Congress (DWC) in Shenzhen on May 21, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-21/hfps3j9j/newsml_afp_com_20260521T054332Z_doc_b3jy2kh.jpeg Visitors are seen at the DJI stand during the Drone World Congress (DWC) in Shenzhen on May 21, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T02:40:45.329+04:00 Trump announces tariffs of up to 100% on imported drones Americas, Markets https://gulfnews.com/uae/friday-sermon-august-14-2026-our-youth-aspiration-and-values-1.500640358 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/12/01/191201-grand-mosque_16ec1763a69_large.jpg Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque [File image used for illustrative purposes only] Gulf News en 2026-08-14T01:53:45.745+04:00 Friday sermon, August 14, 2026: Our youth — aspiration and values UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/novak-djokovic-trains-hard-as-he-returns-to-cincinnati-after-three-years-1.500640322 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-04-06/6piasv16/newsml_afp_com_20250330T000000Z_PH_GTY_2208823979.jpeg Novak Djokovic of Serbia returns a shot to Jakub Mensik of the Czech Republic during the men's singles final of the Miami Open Presented by Itau at Hard Rock Stadium on March 30, 2025 in Miami Gardens, Florida. Gulf News en 2026-08-14T00:07:20.642+04:00 Novak Djokovic trains hard as he returns to Cincinnati after three years Tennis, Tennis https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/aryna-sabalenka-makes-history-as-first-belarusian-to-grace-time-cover-1.500640313 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-09/lqcqg1gi/newsml_afp_com_20260808T000000Z_PH_GTY_2289660773.jpeg Aryna Sabalenka returns a shot to Ekaterina Alexandrova during day seven of the National Bank Open Presented by Rogers at Sobeys Stadium on August 08, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T23:44:51.942+04:00 Aryna Sabalenka makes history as first Belarusian to grace Time cover Tennis, Tennis https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/c1pp8oq-dubai-humanitarian-facilitates-new-air-bridge-1.500640297 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/12n5oagz/27.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/xa3jsj8l/28.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T23:17:23.489+04:00 Dubai Humanitarian facilitates new air bridge to deliver critical WHO medical supplies to Gaza Mena, Dubai, Gaza https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/three-killed-11-injured-after-gas-cylinder-explosion-at-egypt-mall-1.500640288 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/2xt61txs/2026813202325471.webp Emergency services were called to the mall in the Tagamoa area following reports of a fire inside the restaurant. Fire engines and ambulances were dispatched to the scene and the blaze was brought under control, while the mall was evacuated as a precaution. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T23:01:00.620+04:00 Three killed, 17 injured after gas cylinder explosion at Egypt mall Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-defence-minister-calls-iraq-cherished-neighbour-after-strikes-1.500640250 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/yritkv1j/HPnmiIXAAAFHkN.jpg Defense Minister meets Iraqi Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief's Office Director. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T22:57:16.822+04:00 Saudi defence minister calls Iraq 'cherished neighbour' after strikes Saudi, Iraq, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/adnocs-xrg-enters-venezuela-with-stake-in-major-offshore-gas-licence-1.500640296 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/11/12/ADNOC_16e60613b72_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T22:52:47.536+04:00 Adnoc's XRG enters Venezuela with stake in major offshore gas licence Energy, Markets, Abu Dhabi, oil https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-military-launches-first-ever-multinational-attack-drone-task-force-1.500640247 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/syxhi1pv/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-13-at-10.18.06-PM.jpeg New Task Force Falcon Strike to unite allies in multi-domain drone warfare https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/cajv3a7u/HPm-D6WWAAAX2QV.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T22:21:19.610+04:00 US military launches first-ever multinational attack drone task force Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/explosion-rocks-ammunition-factory-near-rome-1.500640017 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/b5eo0ucp/26.jpg Smoke rising at an ammunition factory near Colleferro a town about 40 kilometres southeast of Rome. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T22:17:24.159+04:00 Explosion rocks ammunition factory near Rome Europe https://gulfnews.com/opinion/karoline-leavitts-paradox-admiring-trumps-gen-z-press-secretarys-sass-while-questioning-her-politics-1.500640202 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-02-21/of3vpcy6/newsml_afp_com_20250221T000000Z_PH_GTY_2201084390.jpeg White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/xsevmo85/newsml_afp_com_20260812T201112Z_doc_c4hz49e.jpeg White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt speaks during a press briefing in the Brady Briefing Room of the White House in Washington, DC, on September 9, 2025. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/fivxywyc/ANI_20260812211608.jpg US President Trump with White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt (Photo/X/@karolineleavitt) https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/jv3duh6n/newsml_afp_com_20260812T200205Z_doc_c4hw6g7.jpeg White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt speaks during a press briefing in the Brady Briefing Room of the White House in Washington, DC, on March 4, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T21:58:39.990+04:00 Karoline Leavitt’s paradox: Admiring Trump’s Gen-Z press secretary’s sass while questioning her politics Opinion, Americas, America, Donalad Trump https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/train-derails-near-lewes-in-southeast-england-no-serious-injuries-1.500640153 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/owyh4120/HPna2rRXQAAzqjv.jpg Two people sustained "serious injuries" and nine more were hurt as a busy commuter train from London derailed on Thursday near the southeast English town of Lewes, emergency services said. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T21:28:51.958+04:00 Two seriously injured as train derails in southeast England Europe https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-expresses-solidarity-with-egypt-conveys-condolences-over-victims-of-ismailia-road-accident-1.500640142 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-23/ulvbrpoy/UAE-flag.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T21:23:33.847+04:00 UAE expresses solidarity with Egypt, conveys condolences over victims of Ismailia road accident Government https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/c1pp8g5-arab-league-condemns-israeli-escalation-palestine-1.500640095 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/zg6pkjgi/bj00696i1ka1ht4po.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T21:09:02.253+04:00 Arab League condemns Israeli escalation in Palestine, Lebanon Mena https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/under-uae-presidents-directives-uae-allocates-10-mn-to-provide-relief-to-quake-victims-in-colombia-1.500640137 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-13/5n0ov3ki/UAEflag.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T20:38:51.452+04:00 Under UAE President's directives, UAE allocates $10 mn to provide relief to quake victims in Colombia Government https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/fire-engulfs-tourist-boat-off-turkey-forcing-115-passengers-and-crew-to-evacuate-1.500640167 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/d9oookqd/Fire-engulf-ferry-in-Turkey.webp Turkey’s maritime authorities said all 115 passengers and crew were safely evacuated to shore, with the coastguard carrying out most of the rescue operation. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T20:24:11.374+04:00 Fire engulfs tourist boat off Turkey, forcing 115 passengers and crew to evacuate Mena, Turkey https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/gua-sha-and-face-rollers-separating-fact-from-hype-1.500632314 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-06/872l729z/facerollers-1.png Jade gua sha tools and rose quartz face rollers arranged on a ceramic plate with soft towels and botanical accents Gulf News en 2026-08-13T20:00:00.000+04:00 Gua sha and face rollers, separating fact from hype Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/one-dead-in-rotterdam-port-refinery-blast-1.500640089 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/e25wob91/24.jpg Police officers walk to a refinery and fuel terminal run by Gunvor Energy after an explosion at the Dutch port of Rotterdam which killed at least one person and injured several others according to police, in Rotterdam, Netherlands. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T19:27:24.356+04:00 One dead in Rotterdam port refinery blast Europe https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/new-accredited-music-degree-in-dubai-offers-dh50000-scholarships-1.500640085 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/k69qvnf8/Untitled-design-80.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T19:25:21.748+04:00 New accredited music degree in Dubai offers Dh50,000 scholarships Education https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/kerala-to-cristiano-ronaldo-and-georgina-rodríguez-how-about-a-honeymoon-in-gods-own-country-1.500640068 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/oo2bb2k9/Romantic-walks-in-Munnar-splashing-through-Kovalam-beach-date-nights-at-Varkala—sounds-like-a-.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T19:19:52.055+04:00 Kerala to Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez: How about a honeymoon in God's Own Country? India, Sport https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/transport/how-to-pay-dubai-traffic-fines-in-instalments-1.500629105 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/hvbim3hf/NAT_Dubai_traffic_1753b6325be_original_ratio.jpg Dubai Police allows eligible motorists to split traffic fine payments into instalments over three, six or 12 months Gulf News en 2026-08-13T19:19:15.803+04:00 How to pay Dubai traffic fines in instalments: Eligibility, banks and application process Living-Transport, Transport, Ask Gulf News, traffic fines, Dubai Police https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/hormuz-drains-oil-cushion-will-consumers-be-hit-again-1.500640084 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/lird35pr/Hormuz.jpg Iranian women walk along the seashore, as vessels are seen in the Strait of Hormuz off the port city of Bandar Abbas, in southern Iran. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T19:15:34.037+04:00 Hormuz standoff drains oil cushion. Will consumers be hit again? Mena, Gulf, Markets, US-Israel-Iran war, Strait of Hormuz https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-jails-arab-woman-for-social-media-content-violating-public-morals-1.500639956 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/acca7fhy/Shutterstock.avif An Arab woman has been sentenced to one year in prison for social media content violating public morals. She will be deported after serving her term. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T18:59:44.376+04:00 Oman jails Arab woman for social media content violating public morals Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/riyadh-season-named-official-sponsor-of-2027-spanish-super-cup-in-istanbul-1.500639910 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/cv9auqzr/HPmglw6XIAA69dx.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T18:56:50.525+04:00 Riyadh Season named official sponsor of 2027 Spanish Super Cup in Istanbul Saudi, Football, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-conflict-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-tonight-august-13-2026-1.500639978 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/syrxi39d/HKynk6WYAI4BHX.jpg President Donald Trump declared the US now has “total control” of the waterway, calling Washington’s naval blockade a “wall of steel” that Iran “cannot challenge.” Gulf News en 2026-08-13T18:13:58.954+04:00 US-Iran conflict: What UAE residents need to know tonight (August 13, 2026) Mena, Americas, Donald Trump, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-forecast-rain-thunderstorms-hit-sharjah-as-temperatures-soar-to-509c-1.500639936 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-25/dn5bbk14/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-25-at-2.14.58-PM-2.jpeg Heavy rain on Sharjah’s Maleha Road; motorists urged to stay cautious Gulf News en 2026-08-13T17:35:13.512+04:00 UAE weather forecast: Rain, thunderstorms hit Sharjah as temperatures soar to 50.9°C Weather https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/priyanka-chopra-unveils-empress-biography-on-sridevis-birth-anniversary-honoring-the-pan-indian-icons-enduring-legacy-1.500639955 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/pzpt1pj0/EMPRESS.jpg Priyanka Chopra unveils first look of Sridevi biography 'Empress' on her birth anniversary https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/02/23/Sridevi_8_resources1_16a4a167b15_large.jpg Sridevi Gulf News en 2026-08-13T17:32:56.442+04:00 Priyanka Chopra unveils ‘Empress’ biography on Sridevi’s birth anniversary, honoring the pan-Indian icon’s enduring legacy Entertainment, BollyWood, India, Books, bollywood, Bollywood icons https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/uae-traffic-alert-multiple-crashes-cause-delays-on-dubai-sharjah-routes-1.500639935 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/trrl2dvg/gulfnewsimport2010511116a081f8e61.625413177994362116a081f8e61large.avif For illustrative purposes only. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/faloq27q/traffic.PNG Gulf News en 2026-08-13T17:20:45.789+04:00 UAE traffic alert: Multiple crashes cause delays on Dubai-Sharjah routes Transport https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/airev-and-qualcomm-to-advance-autonomous-ai-across-enterprise-and-government-environments-1.500639938 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/l3w1jkqc/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-12-at-21.42.59-1-1.jpeg His Excellency Dr Thani Al Zeyoudi (centre), UAE Minister of Foreign Trade and Chairman of AIREV, observes the MoU signing between AIREV and Qualcomm Gulf News en 2026-08-13T17:19:02.860+04:00 AIREV and Qualcomm to advance autonomous AI across enterprise and government environments Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/india-turns-tricolour-as-har-ghar-tiranga-celebrations-begin-1.500639917 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/rye91ztg/newsml_afp_com_20260812T151839Z_doc_c4gv377.jpeg Police personnel take part in the 'Tiranga Yatra' rally ahead of India's Independence Day celebrations in Ahmedabad. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/f6lr1ofh/newsml_afp_com_20260812T151839Z_doc_c4gv373.jpeg School students take part in the 'Tiranga Yatra' rally ahead of India's Independence Day celebrations in Ahmedabad. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-10/8v2etrnq/newsml_afp_com_20260810T130443Z_doc_c4bj4bl.jpeg People wave national flags during the 'Tiranga Yatra' rally in Mumbai on August 10, 2026 to celebrate country's upcoming 80th Independence Day on August 15. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/n5xuioli/newsml_afp_com_20260812T152550Z_doc_c4gv36q.jpeg School students and staff members take part in the 'Tiranga Yatra' rally ahead of India's Independence Day celebrations in Ahmedabad. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-09/0vrbjhpz/202608093897794.jpg JP Nadda joins Tiranga Yatra in Jaipur; pays tribute to martyrs, freedom fighters https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/5uiu0za9/Copy-of-20260812144L.jpg Children participate in a Tiranga Yatra at India Gate, in New Delhi. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/iem0z2f4/pic-2.jpg People participate in the Mega Tiranga Rally ahead of Independence Day, in Anantnag. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/y2cbaimv/pic-3.jpg People carry a huge tricolored flag as they participate in Tiranga Yatra, or the tricolor procession, ahead of Independence Day, in Ahmedabad, https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/ak2fmrbg/pic-4.jpg School students hold national flags during "Abhinav Bharat Yatra Vande Mataram" as part of 'Tiranga Yatra', in Ahmedabad https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/9yvfc88r/pic-5.jpg People take part in a Tiranga Boat Rally ahead of the Independence Day celebrations at the Upper Lake, in Bhopal . https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/v6ewaw8a/pic-6.jpg National Cadet Corps (NCC) Cadets, Maharashtra Directorate, participate in the 'Har Ghar Tiranga rally' campaign at Azad Maidan, in Mumbai. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/zaammfor/pic-7.jpg A student holds a cutout of the Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi during a procession called Tiranga Yatra as part of the Har Ghar Tiranga celebrations held before Independence Day on Aug. 15, in Gandhinagar, India, https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/058ryq06/pic-8.jpg Girls dressed in traditional attire take a group selfie while participating in the 'Tiranga Yatra' as part of the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign ahead of Independence Day at Gandhi Maidan, in Patna. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T17:15:21.453+04:00 India turns tricolour as ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ celebrations begin India https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-students-can-meet-global-universities-at-education-expo-1.500639923 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/hy51rr0r/edu.jpg The education expo in Dubai and Abu Dhabi will feature universities from Europe and other emerging study destinations. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T17:07:35.660+04:00 UAE students can meet global universities at education expo Education, Education https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/pakistan-names-first-lunar-rover-jinnah-1-set-to-explore-moon-s-south-pole-in-2029-1.500639906 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/dsaf3hq0/rover1.gif Tayyab Karim, a 17-year-old from Bahawalnagar, was named as the winner for proposing the name ‘Jinnah-1’ for Pakistan’s first lunar rover. 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https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/8sg1l439/Illauddin-Naziruddin.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/47iz2766/Maryam__Naveed.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/m08vj3wp/Zayan-Khawaja.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/ur16zs8v/Zainab-Ammar-Zainab.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/vh8w7h8o/Shivangi-Gupta.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/27u05wf9/Mohammed-Saad-Khan.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/u8w6wsy6/IMG3707.jpeg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/nil19b5f/Caren-Shaaya-2.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T16:43:45.756+04:00 Readers share their summer sunset photos UAE, Living-UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/alex-eala-chosen-to-feature-in-stars-of-the-open-at-us-open-1.500639851 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/xlcv6po4/You-guys-are-the-gift-that-just-keeps-giving-📸-by-nbotoronto-🇵🇭x🇦🇷-sbermatov.jpg Alexandra Eala Gulf News en 2026-08-13T16:12:54.201+04:00 Alex Eala chosen to feature in Stars of the Open at US Open Tennis https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/anupama-parameswaran-reveals-narcissistic-abuse-amid-dhruv-vikram-split-rumours-two-years-of-pain-1.500639835 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-09/ezlixsah/47271960811500953164798694303280146951909914n.jpg She explained that her cryptic post was the result of a long process rather than an impulsive decision. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T16:10:35.140+04:00 Anupama Parameswaran reveals ‘narcissistic abuse’ amid Dhruv Vikram split rumours: ‘Two years of pain’ Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/air-india-group-orders-drug-tests-for-all-pilots-after-300ft-flight-plunge-1.500639825 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-11/6kbvb44i/pilot.avif At least 20 passengers and four crew members were injured, including two crew members who suffered spinal injuries around the neck and tailbone, according to Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T16:04:02.705+04:00 Air India Group orders drug tests for all pilots after 300ft flight plunge India, Aviation, india, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/best-packing-cubes-and-travel-organisers-on-amazonae-2026-pack-smarter-with-less-clutter-1.500632374 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-06/pfjmtr75/packingcubes-1.png A neatly packed suitcase showcases organized travel cubes in a clean, modern setting. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T16:00:00.000+04:00 Best packing cubes and travel organisers on amazon.ae 2026: Pack smarter with less clutter Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/egypt-uncovers-three-ancient-tombs-in-bahariya-oasis-1.500639821 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/fnqibm8h/Tombs-discovered-in-Egypt.jpg Three tombs, dating to different periods of the country’s history, have been discovered at the Sheikh Subi archaeological site in the Bahariya Oasis, including a family burial containing five mummies and two collective tombs believed to date to the Roman era. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T15:55:50.738+04:00 Egypt uncovers three ancient tombs in Bahariya Oasis Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/sharjah-launches-real-time-bus-arrival-information-screens-1.500639810 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/tz711ne2/Smart-screens.webp The solar-powered screens will display bus arrival times in minutes, along with service alerts and updates, allowing passengers to better plan their journeys and improving the overall public transport experience across the emirate. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T15:54:21.505+04:00 Sharjah launches real-time bus arrival information screens Transport https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/chris-browns-inappropriate-tour-antics-spark-outrage-online-this-has-gone-too-far-1.500639820 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/03/10/auto-chris-brown_170c3903a3c_large.jpg Singer Chris Browne Gulf News en 2026-08-13T15:53:17.551+04:00 Chris Brown’s inappropriate tour antics spark outrage online: ‘This has gone too far’ Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/heritage-symphonies-to-take-the-stage-in-abu-dhabi-dates-tickets-all-you-need-to-know-1.500616356 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-22/c5md4zwc/4dd799db-09bb-4162-8f0c-3d9601a18659.jpg Audiences can expect a live performance featuring orchestral arrangements inspired by traditional melodies, bringing together classical music with regional cultural influences. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T15:36:10.186+04:00 Heritage Symphonies to take the stage in Abu Dhabi: Dates, tickets all you need to know Entertainment, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/uae/starting-university-in-the-uae-how-to-juggle-study-friends-and-fun-1.500639750 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-29/wkbxuj8w/Stock_university_students_17468e72584_original_ratio.jpg For those heading into their first year, the transition does not have to be overwhelming. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/psu5eniz/392d1ccb-0a24-4ef8-a7a0-11acb0c36d8e.jpg Jadallah Benjelloun, a student at Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/11/04/Stock-pic-of-university-students-_192f7f73a04_large.jpg While academics should remain a priority, students do not have to choose between getting good grades and enjoying their university experience. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T15:34:37.856+04:00 Starting university in the UAE? How to juggle study, friends and fun UAE, Lifestyle, UAE, University https://gulfnews.com/sport/beware-carrying-a-baseball-bat-in-manchester-could-lead-to-arrest-1.500639795 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/7pruljva/Baseball.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T15:31:21.929+04:00 Beware! Carrying a baseball bat in Manchester could lead to arrest Sport, Europe, Manchester City, United Kingdom, UK https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/kerala-couple-engaged-to-marry-found-dead-in-kochi-mysuru-1.500639789 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/02/07/Police-line_1701e40e148_large.jpg Two State Bank of India employees who were engaged to be married in December were found dead hours apart in two states. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T15:25:11.110+04:00 Kerala couple engaged to marry found dead in Kochi, Mysuru India, kerala https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/emirati-womens-day-2026-deals-and-desserts-across-the-uae-1.500639589 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/t9iu6fcz/Mausam Mausam https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/whz4pd8z/Pistachio_Tiramisu_5.jpeg Pistachio Tiramisu https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/32klbkwl/China_Tang_Dubai_x_EWD.png China Tang Dubai https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/0mdkuxs5/La_Maison_Ani_04_04_22_0743JPEG___Full_size__highest_quality.jpg Tarte Cacahuète & Caramel Salé https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/dk8msdhk/Mausam_restaurant__Open_Terrace_Day.jpg Mausam https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/pfst5t9y/The_Tea_Room.jpg The Tea Room https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/xuosoxz6/IMG_2831.JPG VEO Fitness Gulf News en 2026-08-13T15:08:50.083+04:00 Emirati Women’s Day 2026: Deals and desserts across the UAE Lifestyle, Food, Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/property/uaes-top-10-developers-sell-dh1137-billion-of-property-in-six-months-1.500639749 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/ht0pkcqu/IMG6447.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T14:59:27.103+04:00 UAE’s top 10 developers sell Dh113.7 billion of property in six months Property, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/is-champions-league-luring-big-names-to-turkish-football-1.500639739 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/i6fhx39l/newsml_afp_com_20260805T101531Z_doc_c3z89rq.jpeg Mohamed Salah Gulf News en 2026-08-13T14:46:59.703+04:00 Is Champions League luring big names to Turkish football? Football https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/india-reviews-pilot-drug-testing-rules-after-air-india-flight-drops-300-feet-1.500639724 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/obfnx7mn/202608133902350.jpg AAIB likely to submit interim report on Air India Phuket-Delhi flight incident within a month Gulf News en 2026-08-13T14:41:05.031+04:00 India reviews pilot drug-testing rules after Air India flight drops 300 feet Aviation, India, air india https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-to-offer-face-hand-and-uterus-transplants-in-next-phase-of-hayat-organ-donation-programme-1.500639725 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/09/24/organ-donation-generic-supplied-1695534536632_18ac5bbd7cf_large.jpg UAE plans to expand tissue and organ donation to include corneas, bones, skin, heart valves, plus intestine, uterus, face, hand and arm transplants. Photo used for illustrative purposes only https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/xgs025vv/Infographic-EN.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T14:34:44.735+04:00 UAE to offer face, hand and uterus transplants in next phase of Hayat organ donation programme UAE, Health, UAE, Health https://gulfnews.com/sport/taekwondo-athlete-alleges-bribe-demand-complains-to-uttarakhand-cm-1.500639713 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/july4eqi/Taek.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T14:30:03.035+04:00 Taekwondo athlete alleges bribe demand, complains to Uttarakhand CM Sport, India, india https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/jovitas-final-gift-gives-three-people-a-new-lease-on-life-in-uae-1.500639691 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/v7c6n84g/Javita.jpg Jovita Dsouza’s life continues to live on through the three people whose lives were saved by her organ donation. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T14:19:57.996+04:00 Your donation saves lives: Jovita Desouza's legacy Health https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-a-level-results-2026-1.500639664 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/pnlrf3nb/DSC09756.JPG.jpeg Students at DBS Emirates Hills celebrating their results. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/zqk7vci2/A-level-UAE-results Students and parents at DBS Emirates Hills collecting their results. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/fgh2w5fi/Repton-Al-Barsha-students-receiveing-their-results-4.jpeg Students, parents and school staff at Repton Al Barsha https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/ud28eyei/Huthaitha-Matteo-Yousef.JPG Students receiving their results at Brighton College Al Ain. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/3src1eoy/Maya-Talaat-Sara-Barbieri-and-Maria-Shanwar.jpeg Students at Brighton College Dubai. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T14:13:36.496+04:00 UAE schools celebrate record A-level success and 100% pass rates after conflict-driven exam cancellations Education, UAE schools https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/former-punjab-deputy-cm-sukhbir-singh-badal-hurt-in-nanded-attack-1.500639697 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/fyba038e/202608133902403.jpeg An attacker allegedly tried to stab former Punjab Deputy Chief Minister Sukhbir Singh Badal in Nanded on Thursday, August 13, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T14:12:37.282+04:00 Former Punjab Deputy CM Sukhbir Singh Badal hurt in Nanded attack India, india https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/acclaimed-korean-director-ahn-pan-seok-dies-at-64-after-cerebral-hemorrhage-battle-1.500639690 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/som6cobt/ahnm.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T14:06:51.351+04:00 Acclaimed Korean director Ahn Pan Seok dies at 64 after cerebral hemorrhage battle Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/sonu-nigam-brings-the-revolution-tour-to-abu-dhabi-this-august-booked-your-tickets-yet-1.500639680 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/s2f33rp1/Sonu_Nigam___Don_t_mess_with_a_mad_man__17406ecc034_original_ratio.jpg Three decades deep into a career that's shaped the sound of Bollywood, Sonu Nigam isn't short on material to choose from Gulf News en 2026-08-13T14:01:51.883+04:00 Sonu Nigam brings The Revolution Tour to Abu Dhabi this August. Booked your tickets yet? Entertainment, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/sport/how-uae-have-struck-gold-with-zlatko-dalic-appointment-1.500639644 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/tay5hxsm/newsml_afp_com_20260623T000000Z_PH_GTY_2283349908.jpeg Zlatko Dalic returns to the UAE with a bundle of experience https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/byscln3h/1_16a08224964_1679643_781189630_16a08224964_medium.jpg Dalic previously managed UAE's most decorated club, Al Ain https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/e559jnhv/Croatia_coach_Zlatko_Dalic_and_players_celebrate_with_their_medals_on_stage_as_they_finish_in_third_.jpg Dalic guided Croatia to a second and third place finish in the 2018 and 2022 FIFA World Cup https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/12/02/UAE_16ec781db32_large.jpg UAE's forward Ali Mabkhout celebrates during the 24th Arabian Gulf Cup Group A match against Qatar. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/r2r4q74o/UAE_defeated_Thailand_3_1_in_Dubai_179ea61f0f3_original_ratio.jpg UAE are on the hunt for their first Asian Cup title Gulf News en 2026-08-13T13:43:18.642+04:00 How UAE have struck gold with Zlatko Dalic appointment Sport, Football, UAE-Sport, UAE, football https://gulfnews.com/uae/starting-school-in-dubai-new-sessions-support-children-of-determination-1.500639622 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/e2s36evc/4335676.jpeg The focus spans academic and educational skills, social and communication development, and the kind of everyday life skills that make the shift into a classroom setting feel manageable. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/geq27hhk/122111.jpeg Held at Al Safa and Al Rashidiya Libraries, the sessions are open to children of determination already enrolled at the Centre Gulf News en 2026-08-13T13:35:51.260+04:00 Starting school in Dubai? New sessions support children of determination UAE, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/burjeel-founder-joins-wef-board-steering-ai-and-digital-healthcare-1.500639623 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/8noktsr5/Dr.-Shamsheer-Vayalil-Chairman-CEO-Burjeel-Holdings.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T13:27:50.987+04:00 Burjeel founder joins WEF board steering AI and digital healthcare Markets https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-fitness-challenge-2026-dates-announced-1.500639620 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/ten3n1vy/Dubai-Fitness-Challenge Dubai Fitness Challenge https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/88kgxhdy/4.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/diws58aa/3.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/5ay2ydb7/Dubai-Fitness-Challenge Dubai Fitness Challenge Gulf News en 2026-08-13T13:21:07.885+04:00 Dubai Fitness Challenge 2026 dates announced UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/world-organ-donation-day-uae-marks-first-organ-transplant-at-a-private-hospital-in-northern-emirates-1.500639609 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/03/18/shutterstock_757377355-1647581148076_17f9b7d33bc_large.jpg Photo used for illustrative purposes https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/4gmawlit/medcare.png The launch of the Organ Transplant Centre at Medcare Hospital Sharjah. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T13:19:55.524+04:00 World Organ Donation Day: UAE marks first organ transplant at a private hospital in northern emirates UAE, Health, UAE, india, Sharjah, Health https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/is-lionel-messi-nearing-retirement-argentina-star-opens-up-on-future-1.500639075 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-09/tn6cmwga/newsml_afp_com_20260809T132038Z_doc_c4a46bh.jpeg View of security personnel at the entrance of El Prado cemetery on the outskirts of Rosario, Santa Fe province, Argentina, on August 9, 2026, where the funeral of Argentina's football star Lionel Messi's father will take place. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T13:16:57.806+04:00 Is Lionel Messi nearing retirement? Argentina star opens up on future Football, football, Lionel Messi, Argentina national football team https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/uae-targets-dh256-trillion-in-islamic-finance-assets-by-2031-1.500639617 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/10/12/Stock-Islamic-Financing_18b2342c6d9_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T13:16:25.143+04:00 UAE targets Dh2.56 trillion in Islamic finance assets by 2031 Banking https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/from-soleimani-to-khamenei-to-turkey-the-war-may-end-iran-s-threat-to-trump-may-not-1.500638473 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/jwfcuw07/preview.jpg Surrounded by security, President Donald Trump switches planes at US Air Force Base, RAF Mildenhall in Suffolk Eastern England, on his way back to Washington from the Nato summit in Ankara, Turkey, Wednesday, July 8, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T13:10:31.295+04:00 From Soleimani to Khamenei to Turkey: The war may end. Iran’s threat to Trump may not Americas, Mena, Donald Trump, americas, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/how-abu-dhabi-doctors-solved-a-40kg-weight-loss-mystery-with-robotic-surgery-1.500639592 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/dj1wknea/ssmc-Robotic-Surgery-PRL-2.png The case had become one of those diagnostic puzzles that medicine dreads: symptoms severe enough to demand answers, but common enough to mimic half a dozen other conditions. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/2kwmoego/Mohamed-Baguneid-5154-4.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T13:09:31.809+04:00 How Abu Dhabi doctors solved a 40kg weight-loss mystery with robotic surgery UAE, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-women-leaders-invited-to-join-six-month-c-suite-programme-1.500639580 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/d4mo60vc/daecee30-cbba-4ffa-a219-ab534f9e179b.jpeg The six-month programme will focus on leadership skills, confidence, networks and career progression. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T12:54:32.337+04:00 UAE women leaders invited to join six-month C-suite programme Government https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/uae-investors-can-now-connect-chatgpt-and-claude-to-live-adx-stock-data-1.500639560 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/e3bfw54b/0ebbfcdd-d696-4108-bb09-5c6d9a329304.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T12:36:39.141+04:00 UAE investors can now connect ChatGPT and Claude to live ADX stock data Markets https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/barbie-2-in-jeopardy-margot-robbie-and-ryan-gosling-seek-bigger-payday-as-talks-stall-1.500639552 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-19/1m9q6cxt/AP_Barbie_1703684435719_18cab816f15_original_ratio.jpg This image released by Warner Bros. Pictures shows Margot Robbie in a scene from "Barbie." (Warner Bros. Pictures via AP) Gulf News en 2026-08-13T12:35:17.914+04:00 Barbie 2 in jeopardy? Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling seek bigger payday as talks stall Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weekend-weather-fair-to-partly-cloudy-on-saturday-chance-of-rain-on-sunday-1.500639551 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/2f49g51f/gulfnews2025-12-02fafaebengulfnewsimport20121031116a082836da.1096304259268463316a082836damedium.avif UAE residents can expect a mostly fair start to the weekend before clouds increase over parts of the country on Sunday, bringing a chance of light rain. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T12:34:47.827+04:00 UAE weekend weather: Fair to partly cloudy on Saturday, chance of rain on Sunday Weather, UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/australia-pacer-mitchell-starc-becomes-most-successful-left-arm-bowler-in-history-1.500639547 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-05/ypfut9s9/newsml_afp_com_20260105T003600Z_doc_89ln2wx.jpeg Australia’s Mitchell Starc prepares to bowl on day two of the fifth Ashes cricket Test match between Australia and England at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) in Sydney on January 5, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T12:19:54.637+04:00 Australia pacer Mitchell Starc becomes most successful left-arm bowler in history Cricket, india, Australia https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/morocco-arrests-suspects-over-calls-for-mass-crossings-into-ceuta-melilla-1.500639498 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/jc6z8b53/Moroccan-Police-near-land-borders.jpg The measures follow the circulation of anonymous posts on social media calling on people to gather and attempt mass crossings into the two Spanish territories on August 15. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T12:10:08.494+04:00 Morocco arrests suspects over calls for mass crossings into Ceuta, Melilla Mena https://gulfnews.com/friday/lifetstyle/breast-augmentation-in-dubai-what-to-know-before-choosing-implants-1.500639538 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/s9by6830/Plastic-surgeon.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/jpq3ohd9/Picture2.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T12:09:11.644+04:00 Breast augmentation in Dubai: What to know before choosing implants Friday-Lifetstyle, Friday https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/travis-kelce-says-his-wedding-to-taylor-swift-at-msg-was-the-best-night-of-his-life-despite-the-ac-cooking-1.500639520 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-10/9opnllyo/Travis-Kelce-and-Taylor-Swift Travis Kelce, left, and Taylor Swift tied the knot on July2-4 weekend. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T12:03:11.991+04:00 Travis Kelce says his wedding to Taylor Swift at MSG was 'the best night of his life' despite the AC 'cooking' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/captain-de-silva-believes-sri-lanka-hold-advantage-over-india-1.500639518 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-27/c2lvillv/newsml_afp_com_20250627T111504Z_doc_63zy6pg.jpeg Sri Lanka's captain Dhananjaya de Silva (2R) celebrates with teammates after taking the wicket of Bangladesh's captain Najmul Hossain Shanto during the third day of the second Test cricket match between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) Ground in Colombo on June 27, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T11:58:22.224+04:00 Captain De Silva believes Sri Lanka hold advantage over India Cricket, cricket, BCCI, Sri Lanka https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/from-abu-dhabi-schoolboy-to-bollywood-hitmaker-benny-dayal-on-hustling-in-india-uae-homecoming-and-refusing-to-chase-relevance-1.500639465 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/d23okhv3/Benny-Dayal-A.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-10/m7yfapte/Screenshot-2026-08-10-at-2.17.23-PM.png Benny Dayal, Thaikkudam Bridge, and Usha Uthup https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/ifez3z6t/Yeh_Jawaani_Hai_Deewani_1726a93656c_original_ratio.jpg Benny Dayal's ‘Badtameez Dil’ is one of his biggest his https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/lkdk5ie4/Benny-Dayal-B.jpg Benny Dayal https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/bvqwafwv/TAB_191111_AR_Rahman_LAST_YEAR_DUBAI1_1573566032730_16e5fd82b5d_original_ratio.jpg Left to Right, , during the AR Rahman's masterstroke concert at the Bollywood Park in DPR, Dubai. Photo: Antonin Kélian Kallouche/Gulf News https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/46wy6rdi/Thaikkudam-Bridge-B.jpg Thaikuddam Bridge are a part of the trio who will perform with Benny Dayal and Usha Uthup this weekend in Dubai's Coca-Cola Arena https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-22/5o0rfy1e/202505223409894.jpeg Usha Uthup https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2016/6/6/1_16a0837f2c0.1840986_4196936530_16a0837f2c0_medium.jpg Benny Dayal on his wedding day Gulf News en 2026-08-13T11:58:20.654+04:00 From Abu Dhabi schoolboy to Bollywood hitmaker: Benny Dayal on hustling in India, UAE homecoming and refusing to chase relevance Entertainment, UAE, Music, India, BollyWood, South-Indian, Dubai, Concert https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/anan-deca-launch-the-next-phase-of-the-dh22-billion-arabian-hills-gated-community-1.500639515 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/av5z71sp/DECAcommunityaerialsm.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/x5qd9n5j/DECA-Equestrian-amenities.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T11:57:25.613+04:00 ANAN & DECA launch the next phase of the Dh22 billion Arabian Hills gated community Company News, Company News https://gulfnews.com/world/near-total-solar-eclipse-takes-place-in-central-london-1.500639507 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/jequ10b0/newsml_afp_com_20260812T194311Z_doc_c4hu62a.jpeg A near total solar eclipse, with more than 90 percent of the Sun blocked by the Moon across Britain, is pictured behind Elizabeth Tower (R), more commonly known as Big Ben, in central London on August 12, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/jequ10b0/newsml_afp_com_20260812T194311Z_doc_c4hu62a.jpeg A near total solar eclipse, with more than 90 percent of the Sun blocked by the Moon across Britain, is pictured behind Elizabeth Tower (R), more commonly known as Big Ben, in central London on August 12, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/ni9zovt1/newsml_afp_com_20260812T193107Z_doc_c4hp6cq.jpeg People gather to watch a near total solar eclipse, with more than 90 percent of the Sun blocked by the Moon across Britain, from Primrose Hill in London on August 12, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/f9fvtr23/newsml_afp_com_20260812T192946Z_doc_c4hr39v.jpeg A woman (C) holds a piece of paper showing the eclipse refracted from binoculars, as people gather to watch a near total solar eclipse, with more than 90 percent of the Sun blocked by the Moon across Britain, from Primrose Hill in London on August 12, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/bh94oqjq/newsml_afp_com_20260812T192612Z_doc_c4hr3ak.jpeg People use special protective glasses as they watch a near total solar eclipse, with more than 90 percent of the Sun blocked by the Moon across Britain, from Primrose Hill in London on August 12, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/zt26nh5k/newsml_afp_com_20260812T192522Z_doc_c4hr3az.jpeg People use special protective glasses as they watch a near total solar eclipse, with more than 90 percent of the Sun blocked by the Moon across Britain, from Primrose Hill in London on August 12, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/tuoqotoi/newsml_afp_com_20260812T191741Z_doc_c4hp9f3.jpeg People use special protective glasses as they watch a near total solar eclipse, with more than 90 percent of the Sun blocked by the Moon across Britain, from Primrose Hill in London on August 12, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T11:49:01.490+04:00 Near total solar eclipse takes place in central London World, news-video https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uae-built-ai-satellite-altair-1-heads-to-us-ahead-of-october-launch-1.500639511 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/rfdklkzw/emiratesskycargofliesaltair1firstcommercialaienabledearthobservationsatellitemanufacturedinuae.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T11:46:25.779+04:00 UAE-built AI satellite Altair-1 heads to US ahead of October launch Aviation https://gulfnews.com/sport/la-lakers-set-for-record-125bn-sale-1.500639492 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/6xnv2xa4/newsml_afp_com_20260812T000000Z_PH_GTY_2290208449.jpeg The Lakers logo is displayed outside Crypto.com Arena, home of the NBA's Los Angeles Lakers, on August 12, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T11:31:59.832+04:00 LA Lakers set for record $12.5bn sale Sport https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/exclusive-black-torch-anime-stars-ryan-coles-levy-aj-on-ryosuke-jiro-and-wild-death-twist-its-an-amplifier-1.500639404 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/svoq0fmz/BTEP01Still17logocr.png Jiro Azuma looks like your average high schooler, but obviously, he isn't. A descendant of ninjas trained in the ancient art of the shinobi, Jiro also happens to be able to talk to animals, which comes in handy the day he stumbles across an injured stray cat named Rago. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/ofqiu7o0/BTEP01Still31logocr.png Rago from Black Torch. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/m4h8hfwi/Ryan-Colt-LevyHeadshot.jpeg Ryan Coles-Levy plays Ryosuke Shiba. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/kgehf15z/BTEP01Still02logocr.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/rbbdajk9/BTEP03Still49lcr.png https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/0pkv84pm/AJ-BecklesHeadshot-1.jpg AJ Beckles voices Jiro. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T11:31:28.875+04:00 Exclusive: Black Torch anime stars Ryan Coles-Levy, AJ Beckles on Ryosuke, Jiro and wild death twist: ‘It’s an amplifier’ Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/qatar/qatari-woman-in-intensive-care-after-weight-loss-balloon-bursts-in-stomach-1.500639485 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/e13ma7a4/202608121786561877-275.png The woman underwent the gastric balloon procedure at a private hospital in an attempt to lose weight, but her condition deteriorated suddenly a few days later after the balloon ruptured inside her stomach. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T11:29:43.239+04:00 Qatari woman in intensive care after weight-loss balloon bursts in stomach Qatar, Qatar https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/indian-origin-teen-accused-of-killing-mother-brother-in-us-1.500639494 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/snxhyq80/INDIAN-TEEN-Read-Only.jpg Arjun Aravind faces two counts of murder in connection with the deaths of his mother and brother. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T11:29:04.125+04:00 Indian-origin teen accused of killing mother, brother in US India, Murder https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/du-joins-msci-emerging-markets-index-opening-door-to-wider-global-investor-demand-1.500639486 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-12-20/gzbmslkx/Stock_du_1928a38368e_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T11:24:22.927+04:00 du joins MSCI Emerging Markets Index, opening door to wider global investor demand Markets https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/whatsapp-netflix-found-on-phone-in-rape-convict-prajwal-revannas-bengaluru-jail-cell-1.500639479 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/36u9zk4w/DDD.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T11:22:46.073+04:00 WhatsApp, Netflix found on phone in rape convict Prajwal Revanna’s Bengaluru jail cell India https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/dp-world-revenue-jumps-131-despite-disruption-to-middle-east-trade-flows-1.500639472 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-28/9upasvv1/DP_World_Jebel_Ali_Por_17974cdf6b0_large.jpg DP World's port in Jebel Ali. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T11:14:08.518+04:00 DP World revenue jumps 13.1% despite disruption to Middle East trade flows Markets https://gulfnews.com/uae/global-shapers-abu-dhabi-opens-applications-for-2026-27-cohort-1.500639467 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-09/mzwtj49r/Abudhabiskyline-2026 Abu dhabi skyline Gulf News en 2026-08-13T11:06:47.196+04:00 Global Shapers Abu Dhabi opens applications for 2026-27 cohort UAE https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/india-prioritise-brazil-friendly-over-asean-cup-in-october-1.500639455 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/06/14/Football---India-vs-HK_18163621b5d_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T10:54:44.881+04:00 India prioritise Brazil friendly over ASEAN Cup in October Football, football, india https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/dubai-rta-opens-new-dwtc-bridge-cutting-travel-time-from-10-minutes-to-2-1.500639444 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/s8umo3ci/40e8d32d-9fa5-4570-8be2-23d8ac279f18.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/0yym8abz/d42a3437-77a7-4a4b-a62c-88defffb9755.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/snn5s4qd/3d670973-f8d4-45db-a7a4-0f4f52d83055.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/df5uvngy/55776efe-4e25-47d3-a9db-68830bcf9f88.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T10:47:20.692+04:00 Dubai RTA opens new DWTC bridge, cutting travel time from 10 minutes to 2 Transport, UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/philippines-sms-748-million-profit-surge-reveals-the-bets-shaping-its-next-growth-wave-1.500639387 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/oh430y95/SM-CityNorthEDSALRT-MRTCommonStationEDSAQuezonCity02-08-2026.jpg A view of SM City North, with the LRT-MRT-Subway common station in EDSA, Quezon City, Metro Manila. SM Investments Corp. (SMIC) reported an 8% increase in consolidated net income to ₱45.9 billion ($748 million) in the first half of 2026, up from ₱42.6 billion in 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/5ih5ozo8/Tiwi-power-plant.png The Tiwi Geothermal Power Plant is a major 234-MW geothermal facility located in Tiwi, Albay, Philippines. Commissioned in 1979, it is one of the country's first and oldest large-scale geothermal power stations, providing essential clean energy to the Luzon grid. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/7d594oui/newsml_afp_com_20260805T020045Z_doc_c2ez2g6.jpeg An aerial photo shows solar panels on the roof of SM Mall of Asia in Pasay, Metro Manila. SM Retail posted a 5-percent increase in net income to ₱8.9 billion, while operating income rose 12 percent to ₱14 billion. Photo taken on July 13, 2026 Gulf News en 2026-08-13T10:26:44.735+04:00 Philippines: SM’s $748-million profit surge reveals the bets shaping next growth wave Markets, Philippines, Energy https://gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/swiatek-sinks-svitolina-to-set-up-rybakina-title-clash-in-toronto-1.500639415 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/vef4716w/newsml_afp_com_20260812T000000Z_PH_GTY_2290244573.jpeg Iga Swiatek of Poland celebrates match point against Elina Svitolina of Ukraine during the semifinals on day eleven of the National Bank Open Presented by Rogers at Sobeys Stadium on August 12, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T10:23:28.967+04:00 Swiatek sinks Svitolina to set up Rybakina title clash in Toronto Tennis, Canada https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/suvinder-vicky-on-abusing-arjun-rampal-in-dhurandhar-2-will-not-go-to-mothers-sisters-1.500639402 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/bsyd3y7w/ArjunRampal178654688820717865468883643ad2e662-15fd-4d4a-b29a-9123faacc4e2.jpg.avif Suvinder Vicky and Arjun Rampal in stills from Dhurandhar 2 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-06/3jvcc7tx/Dhurandhar-2.jpg Ranveer Singh in Dhurandhar: The Revenge Gulf News en 2026-08-13T10:17:43.668+04:00 Suvinder Vicky on abusing Arjun Rampal in Dhurandhar 2: ‘Will not go to mothers, sisters’ Entertainment, BollyWood, bollywood https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/fan-hilariously-tells-steve-smith-to-stop-being-a-princess-during-bangladesh-test-1.500639414 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/dycojh69/newsml_afp_com_20260813T043733Z_doc_c4jl6t3.jpeg Australian batsman Steve Smith sits during a drinks break on the first day of the first cricket Test match between Australia and Bangladesh at Marrara Stadium in Darwin on August 13, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T10:14:39.275+04:00 Fan hilariously tells Steve Smith to ‘stop being a princess’ during Bangladesh Test Cricket, cricket, Australia https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/taqa-profit-rises-97-approves-dh899-million-dividend-for-shareholders-1.500639403 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/11/14/Stock-TAQA_18474cf86af_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T10:07:31.980+04:00 TAQA profit rises 9.7%, approves Dh899 million dividend for shareholders Markets https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/citizen-eco-drive-review-the-watch-you-never-charge-1.500633515 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-07/l78qcx0y/citizenecodrive-1.png A rugged Citizen Eco drive watch shines against a dramatic seaside backdrop. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T10:00:00.000+04:00 Citizen Eco Drive review: the watch you never charge Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/uae-gold-prices-retreat-from-august-high-giving-buyers-some-relief-1.500639380 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/07/07/STOCK-Gold-souq-Dubai---gold---sales_1892ff82d54_large.jpg Dubai gold surges Dh45 this month, breaks past Dh565. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T09:45:06.221+04:00 UAE gold prices retreat from August high, giving buyers some relief Retail, YourMoney-Saving-Investment, UAE Gold, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/sport/india-take-on-pakistan-as-hockey-world-cup-set-to-begin-1.500639374 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-11/9dymmpa8/5D2A2167.JPG Gulf News en 2026-08-13T09:39:03.200+04:00 India take on Pakistan as Hockey World Cup set to begin Sport https://gulfnews.com/uae/us-iran-standoff-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-today-aug-13-2026-1.500639365 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/9h8654fp/STOCK_ZAYED_AIRPORT___ABU_DHABI_1910d11b4d4_original_ratio.jpg UAE airports are entering one of the busiest periods of the summer travel season as families and holidaymakers travel overseas. Passengers are advised to allow additional time for check-in and security. Photo shows passengers at the departures terminal at Abu Dhabi's Zayed International Airport. For illustrative purposes only. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T09:35:31.650+04:00 US-Iran standoff: What UAE residents need to know today (Aug. 13, 2026) UAE, Mena https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/ariana-grande-goes-instagram-official-with-ricky-alvarez-after-weeks-of-hints-1.500639368 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/yuu9xdo9/Ariana-Grande-AFI-Awards-Luncheon-2026-Ricky-Alvarez-EL-MUSEO-DEL-BARRIO-SPRING-BENEFIT-2022-081226-2855ea9138a6461bbe589268c775c712.jpg Ariana Grande and Rocky Alvarez Gulf News en 2026-08-13T09:34:11.644+04:00 Ariana Grande goes Instagram official with Ricky Alvarez after weeks of hints Entertainment, Music https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uae-india-travel-airport-security-airline-advisories-ahead-of-independence-day-1.500639348 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-28/cuk7r6bz/Dubai-Airports-Dec-2025 Flying from UAE? Heightened checks at major Indian airports may delay UAE–India journeys Gulf News en 2026-08-13T09:27:36.221+04:00 UAE-India travel: Airport security, airline advisories ahead of Independence Day Aviation, India, Indian expats, india, air india, India UAE travel, travel 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/2025-12-05/t0v7foet/newsml_afp_com_20251205T102106Z_doc_877k9u3.jpeg 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 2026-08-13T09:15:43.466+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/entertainment/cocktail-2-traitors-season-2-batwara-1947-what-to-watch-on-uae-ott-and-in-cinemas-this-weekend-1.500639327 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/bri7itud/batwara.avif A still from Batwara 1947 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/xp7slk98/reacher4.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-13T09:09:59.226+04:00 Cocktail 2, Traitors Season 2, Batwara 1947: What to watch on UAE OTT and in cinemas this weekend Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/photos/news/lava-spectacle-draws-crowds-to-erupting-mount-etna-1.500638980 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/4b2p095a/Etna.jpg Visitors standing next to lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/mq8vp4uq/newsml_afp_com_20260812T125241Z_doc_c4gd7cu.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/063nwyer/newsml_afp_com_20260812T131628Z_doc_c4gd466.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/g778w4ad/newsml_afp_com_20260812T131012Z_doc_c4gd89e.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows smoke and lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/nui4m5j4/newsml_afp_com_20260812T130637Z_doc_c4gd7zr.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows visitors standing next to lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/vnpqzo6z/newsml_afp_com_20260812T131012Z_doc_c4gd4kf.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/n7hnkwpw/newsml_afp_com_20260812T130709Z_doc_c4gc8t7.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/ka0bgf0m/newsml_afp_com_20260812T131012Z_doc_c4gd7t4.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows smoke and lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/h9uffx7b/newsml_afp_com_20260812T125241Z_doc_c4gd7cu.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/qj515gmy/newsml_afp_com_20260812T125241Z_doc_c4ge2g3.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/36nc82ko/newsml_afp_com_20260812T125241Z_doc_c4gd9ke.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/bjj3vgwc/newsml_afp_com_20260812T130637Z_doc_c4gd7kf.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows visitors standing next to lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/k0t1b900/newsml_afp_com_20260812T124251Z_doc_c4gd7zq.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows visitors standing next to lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/0dzjexz2/newsml_afp_com_20260812T125241Z_doc_c4ge29e.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/m8mqlt8j/newsml_afp_com_20260812T125240Z_doc_c4gd9zq.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/5irm0dx9/newsml_afp_com_20260812T124250Z_doc_c4gd7t6.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows visitors standing next to lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/dojugda1/newsml_afp_com_20260812T125240Z_doc_c4gd7ct.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/ud97frua/newsml_afp_com_20260812T125240Z_doc_c4gd7kg.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/mt4dw690/newsml_afp_com_20260812T124251Z_doc_c4gd7t3.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows visitors standing next to lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/no58yhzs/newsml_afp_com_20260812T122735Z_doc_c4gd9cq.jpeg This handout photography taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows people standing next to lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/6opu7z5s/newsml_afp_com_20260812T124250Z_doc_c4gd7ke.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows visitors standing next to lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/2wgjl6ow/newsml_afp_com_20260812T122900Z_doc_c4gd7cr.jpeg This handout photography taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows visitors standing next to lava flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/9x3hidvu/newsml_afp_com_20260812T122735Z_doc_c4gd963.jpeg This handout photograph taken by Etna Walk on August 11, 2026 and obtained on August 12, 2026 shows smoke and lava erupting and flowing from Mount Etna volcano during an eruption, in Catania, in the Mediterranean island of Sicily. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T09:00:41.873+04:00 Lava spectacle draws crowds to erupting Mount Etna news-photos, Europe https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uae-flight-status-india-travel-advisory-emirates-etihad-and-air-arabia-cancellations-1.500639328 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-05/fpgb1yau/gulfnewsimport20240425DUBAI-AIRPORT-RAIN18f14b12239large.avif India-bound passengers warned of tighter security ahead of Independence Day Gulf News en 2026-08-13T08:59:04.072+04:00 UAE flight status: India travel advisory, Emirates, Etihad and Air Arabia cancellations Aviation, India, Mena, UAE Travel, Emirates airline, India UAE travel, Etihad Airways, Air Arabia https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/cha-eun-woo-eyed-for-bon-appetit-your-majesty-spinoff-fans-are-already-setting-the-table-1.500639322 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-03-17/de8txzw5/Snapinst_app_483598453_18508025065002363_7006536544280723037_n_1080.jpg The original series stars Lim Yoon-a and Lee Chae-min are sitting this one out, and the new series will come with a different title and story, even while sharing the same world. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T08:33:36.780+04:00 Cha Eun-woo eyed for Bon Appetit, Your Majesty spinoff — fans are already setting the table Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/philippines-slex-to-bicol-the-30-minute-drive-that-could-break-quezons-traffic-nightmare-1.500639203 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-03/zs35d1tj/SLEX-elevated.webp Construction continues on the 66.74-kilometer South Luzon Expressway Toll Road 4 (SLEX TR4), a major infrastructure project that will extend the SLEX network from Sto. Tomas, Batangas, to Lucena City, Quezon Province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/w0yjozau/TR-4-Sto-Tomas-to-Lucena-expressway.png A drone shot of part of the under-construction TR-4 segment of the Sto Tomas, Batangas-Lucena,Quezon expressway, a privately-funded project reportedly valued at ₱58.42 billion, as uploaded by Filipino vlogger Purca Studio on August 5, 2026. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-06-06/muv6nc8m/Screenshot_2026_06_06_at_9_09_38_AM.png The South Luzon Expressway Toll Road 4 (SLEX TR4) project is a 66.74-kilometer-long, four-lane extension that connects Santo Tomas, Batangas to Lucena City, Quezon. Developed by San Miguel Corporation (SMC) under the supervision of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), the project cuts down travel time between these locations from four hours to just one hour https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/kjmpksrq/Giovani-Lopez-DoTr.jpg Department of Transportation (DOTr) Acting Secretary Giovanni Lopez speaks before industry executives and representatives of Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) member states during the ASEAN Railway Conference (RailCon) 2026 at the Asian Development Bank headquarters in Mandaluyong City on June 18, 2026. On July 22, Lopez announced that the first three packages of South Luzon Expressway Toll Road 4 are targeted to open by December, with three additional packages to follow. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/n6pjb9ia/Screenshot-2026-08-13-at-12.27.38-PM.png A drone view of the under-construction SLEX TR-4 Tiaong Interchange. Once completed, the 66.7km expressway linking Batangas and Quezon project would provide faster access to tourism destinations, ports, agricultural areas and commercial centres across Quezon, and further south to Bicol, known for its hot springs and swimming-with-whalesharks adventures. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/b07q11os/TR-4-Batangas-to-Lucena-Quezon-province-loop-access.png An under-construction loop that would give motorists an off-ramp from the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) in Sto Tomas, Batangas to Lucena city, potentially cutting travel time from two hours to about 30 minutes. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T08:25:17.095+04:00 Philippines: SLEX to Bicol — the 30-minute drive that could break Quezon’s traffic nightmare Philippines https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/visa-immigration/planning-a-uae-holiday-these-two-new-offers-could-save-you-money-1.500639304 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/rrpqtwjz/STOCK_DUBAI_TOURISM_ECONOMY_DUBAI_MALL_BURJ__17e4806dce5_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T08:20:25.819+04:00 Planning a UAE holiday? These two new offers could save you money Living-Visa-Immigration, UAE Visas, Dubai tourism, Abu Dhabi tourism https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/the-end-of-oak-street-early-reviews-anne-hathaways-bleak-dinosaur-thriller-bites-into-83-on-rotten-tomatoes-1.500639286 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/8qe5t48s/anne.webp A story about a marriage falling apart turns into a fight for survival once prehistoric predators enter the picture. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T08:20:00.000+04:00 The End of Oak Street early reviews: Anne Hathaway’s bleak dinosaur thriller bites into 83% on Rotten Tomatoes Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/dib-launches-its-first-youth-council-to-develop-the-next-generation-of-talent-1.500638746 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/zcq4d61u/IMG4358.JPG Dr. Adnan Chilwan, Group Chief Executive Officer of DIB, with members of the inaugural DIB Youth Council during the Council’s official launch on International Youth Day. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T08:00:00.000+04:00 DIB launches its first Youth Council to develop the next generation of talent Banking, Native https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/jordanian-woman-caught-begging-in-amman-with-46600-in-cash-1.500639265 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/47o8deoc/gettyimages-2220183533-612x612.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T07:55:14.406+04:00 Jordanian woman caught begging in Amman with $46,600 in cash Mena https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/nick-reiner-accused-of-lying-in-wait-to-kill-parents-rob-and-michele-reiner-in-new-indictment-a-profound-betrayal-1.500639272 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-24/mpiavagb/newsml_afp_com_20260223T000000Z_PH_GTY_2262696733.jpeg Nick Reiner appears with Deputy Public Defender Kimberly Greene during his arraignment in Los Angeles County Superior Court on February 23, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T07:55:00.000+04:00 Nick Reiner accused of lying in wait to kill parents Rob and Michele Reiner in new indictment: ‘A profound betrayal’ Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/india-minister-nitin-gadkari-reveals-how-he-lost-46kg-from-135kg-to-89kg-1.500638913 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/4vtata1u/ddaaa.jpg India’s Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari’s weight-loss journey, from 135kg to 89kg, over the years. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/pfsu5ce0/20210621035L.jpg Union Minister Nitin Gadkari performs yoga on the occasion of the 7th International Yoga Day, in Nagpur in 2019. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T07:40:00.000+04:00 India Minister Nitin Gadkari reveals how he lost 46kg, from 135kg to 89kg India, Health Fitness, viral https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-sharjah-traffic-report-heavy-delays-on-e11-and-e311-1.500639269 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-30/z68q4ow1/gulfnews2026-01-28cbxfwytuUntitled-2.avif Commuters advised to check live traffic updates and allow extra travel time amid heavy morning congestion in Dubai and Sharjah. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/tyhbw4w4/2.png Gulf News en 2026-08-13T07:35:30.013+04:00 Dubai-Sharjah traffic report: Heavy delays on E11 and E311 UAE, Traffic https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/fans-storm-pitch-for-bruno-fernandes-selfies-as-man-united-beat-leeds-1.500639149 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/uhsbc5pn/newsml_afp_com_20260812T205232Z_doc_c4j22m9.jpeg A pitch invader takes a selfie photograph with Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes during a pre season friendly football match between Manchester United and Leeds at Croke Park in Dublin, Ireland, on August 12, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T07:29:48.754+04:00 Fans storm pitch for Bruno Fernandes selfies as Man United beat Leeds Football https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/janhvi-khushi-kapoor-win-delhi-high-court-protection-against-obscene-online-content-how-do-we-draw-the-line-1.500639264 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/8u1nc15t/janhvi.jpg In Janhvi's case, the court had directed the removal of obscene material but declined to impose a blanket restriction on fan pages or fan clubs using her name. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T07:28:32.615+04:00 Janhvi, Khushi Kapoor win Delhi High Court protection against obscene online content: ‘How do we draw the line?’ Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-moves-to-ban-use-of-children-in-fundraising-advertising-campaigns-1.500639261 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-23/hceq2bnj/G1gNMHhWoAIYic.jpg A view of Riyadh skyline Gulf News en 2026-08-13T07:21:13.961+04:00 Saudi Arabia moves to ban use of children in fundraising advertising campaigns Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/pakistan-independence-day-expats-call-for-education-and-economic-strength-1.500638590 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-10/vqwo59wj/Pak-expats-voxpop.jpg (Clockwise from top left) Mehmood Qureshi, Mohammed Kalim, Yasmeen Kanwal, Imran Maqbool, Omar Farooq, Iftikhar Hamdani, Dr Noorul Sabah, Anum Mazhar; Shafiqur Rehman and Muhammed Usman Amjad. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T07:20:00.000+04:00 Pakistan Independence Day: Expats call for education and economic strength Pakistan, UAE, UAE, Pakistan https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/chicago-jury-awards-29m-to-family-of-irish-un-worker-killed-in-boeing-crash-1.500639159 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/2nyubnrc/newsml_afp_com_20260812T225639Z_doc_c4ja6zq.jpeg Michael Ryan was among 157 people killed when an Ethiopian Airlines 737 MAX crashed in 2019. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T07:18:54.979+04:00 Chicago jury awards $29m to family of Irish UN worker killed in Boeing crash Americas, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/business/property/dubai-to-launch-rent-now-pay-later-service-with-zero-interest-instalments-1.500639254 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/05/21/1.2158568_322487979_16adb3b545c_large.jpg The initiative, being developed by the Dubai Land Department (DLD) in partnership with a local bank, is aimed at providing tenants with greater payment flexibility and making housing more accessible. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T07:09:35.839+04:00 Dubai to launch ‘Rent Now, Pay Later’ service with zero-interest instalments Property, Dubai property, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-opts-for-low-key-iran-strategy-as-pressure-mounts-1.500639167 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/fphtu4ws/newsml_afp_com_20260812T010642Z_doc_c4fc8ew.jpeg US President Donald Trump Gulf News en 2026-08-13T07:03:08.087+04:00 Trump opts for low-key Iran strategy as pressure mounts Americas, Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/skip-the-deposit-flexible-monthly-car-rentals-in-abu-dhabi-with-oneclickdrive-1.500638689 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/5f2u212m/OneClickDrive.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T07:00:00.000+04:00 Skip the Deposit: Flexible monthly car rentals in Abu Dhabi with OneClickDrive Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/company-news/yas-asset-management-appoints-publsh-as-exclusive-commercial-partner-for-yas-marina-race-weekend-2026-1.500638921 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/mlgnlvix/Publsh-YAM-Main-Pic.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/do7o0tdn/Publsh-YAM-SecondaryPic.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-13T07:00:00.000+04:00 Yas Asset Management appoints Publsh as exclusive commercial partner for Yas Marina Race Weekend 2026 Company News, Company News https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/egypt-revokes-licences-of-three-blood-banks-over-serious-violations-posing-risk-to-patients-1.500639250 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-17/3gc668za/Blood-in-lab The licences of four blood banks have been revoked by Egypt's Ministry of Health over serious violations posing risk to patients. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T06:56:08.129+04:00 Egypt revokes licences of three blood banks over serious violations posing risk to patients Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/heavy-rain-thunderstorms-to-lash-southwestern-saudi-arabia-through-saturday-1.500639246 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/5rvh9flr/Saudi-Arabia.webp Heavy rain and thunderstorms are forecast to affect parts of southwestern Saudi Arabia through Saturday. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T06:51:36.607+04:00 Heavy rain, thunderstorms to lash southwestern Saudi Arabia through Saturday Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/hollywood/matthew-mcconaughey-on-his-sweet-return-to-the-big-screen-1.500639213 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/o3imw5wb/newsml_afp_com_20260813T015153Z_doc_c4je3zr.jpeg US actor Matthew McConaughey (R) and Native American actress Angelina LookingGlass attend the "The Rivals of Amziah King" world premiere during the 2025 SXSW Conference and Festival at Paramount Theatre in Austin, Texas on March 10, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T06:50:32.371+04:00 Matthew McConaughey on his sweet return to the big screen HollyWood, hollywood https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/lionel-messi-returns-after-fathers-death-but-miami-knocked-out-of-leagues-cup-1.500639182 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/e8nxazvm/preview.jpg Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) stands on the field during the second half of a Leagues Cup soccer match against Club León, Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2026, in Miami. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T06:44:33.998+04:00 Lionel Messi returns after father's death but Miami knocked out of Leagues Cup Football, Lionel Messi https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/psg-down-aston-villa-to-retain-uefa-super-cup-1.500639130 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/h4b2hcn5/preview.jpg PSG's Vitinha lifts the trophy during celebrations at the end of the UEFA Super Cup soccer match between Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa in Salzburg, Austria, Wednesday, Aug.12, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T06:32:50.661+04:00 PSG down Aston Villa to retain UEFA Super Cup Football https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-forecast-temperatures-to-climb-to-49c-as-rain-mist-expected-1.500639242 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/y14yfsgn/Rain-is-expected-for-three-days-in-the-UAE.webp Temperatures are forecast to rise, with possible afternoon rain and overnight humidity. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T06:28:14.396+04:00 UAE weather forecast: Temperatures to climb to 49°C as rain, mist expected Weather, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/us-iran-war-hormuz-remains-closed-as-talks-continue-1.500638033 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/enfens8k/HNRYnBuWgAEKBVH.jpg Trump claimed Washington’s naval blockade had become a “wall of steel” that Iran could not challenge. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/1ck58rww/9.jpg US President Donald Trump Gulf News en 2026-08-13T06:15:28.822+04:00 Trump says US has ‘total control’ of Strait of Hormuz Gulf, World https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/empowering-next-generation-to-shape-future-of-water-security-1.500638766 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/cp297lrg/OPN-UAE-CLOUD-SEEDING-Read-Only.jpg Dr Ahmed Al Kamali, Director of UAEREP, inspects cloud seeding flares used in rain enhancement operations, reflecting a journey from an early interest in aviation to a career in meteorology and rain enhancement science. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/rre30bip/Dr_Ahmed_Al_Kamali.jpeg Dr Ahmed Al Kamali Gulf News en 2026-08-13T05:52:00.000+04:00 Empowering next generation to shape future of water security Op-Eds, Science, Environment, UAE weather, Rain https://gulfnews.com/sport/italian-teenager-curtis-breaks-50m-backstroke-world-record-at-europeans-2-1.500639074 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/x9zfq5m8/newsml_afp_com_20260812T174006Z_doc_c4hj427.jpeg Italy's Sara Curtis celebrates after setting a new world record in a semi-final of the women's 50m backstroke swimming event during the LEN European Aquatics Championships at the Olympic Aquatic Centre in Saint-Denis, northern suburbs of Paris, on August 12, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T05:27:08.187+04:00 Italian teenager Curtis breaks 50m backstroke world record at Europeans Sport https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/iran-blockade-us-navy-redirects-4-more-ships-near-hormuz-as-tehrans-oil-lifeline-chokes-1.500639205 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/zeg45re5/ANI_20260812205043.jpg An F/A-18 fighter jet launches from the flight deck of USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) while the ship sails in regional waters and supports enforcement of America’s "steel wall" blockade against Iran. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/ueemt07g/ANI_20260805000124.jpg A US F-35 fighter jet. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T05:17:08.068+04:00 Iran blockade: US Navy redirects 4 more ships near Hormuz as Tehran's oil lifeline chokes Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/things-to-do/10-things-to-do-in-dubai-this-weekend-lucky-ali-and-usha-uthup-concert-live-music-comedy-and-more-1.500638562 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/f6v1bhsv/Hilly-Natural-Mountains-Aesthetics-Mood-Photo-Collage-20.png 10 things to do in Dubai this weekend: Lucky Ali and Usha Uthup concert, live music, comedy and more https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/yopqbeh3/IMG_9296_2.jpg https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-10/m7yfapte/Screenshot-2026-08-10-at-2.17.23-PM.png Benny Dayal, Thaikkudam Bridge, and Usha Uthup https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/ldpqgtm3/images-17.jpeg Marwan Moussa https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-08/nqjuj0dc/Back-to-school https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-10/5e0ymso0/LuckyAliada964330e.jpg Lucky Ali https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/jw09c0g6/121.png Gulf News en 2026-08-13T05:00:00.000+04:00 10 things to do in Dubai this weekend: Lucky Ali and Usha Uthup concert, live music, comedy and more Things To Do, UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/when-home-is-suddenly-somewhere-else-helping-children-find-belonging-after-moving-to-the-uae-1.500638652 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/j0va3rx8/WLD-OPN-CHIDREN-UAE1-Read-Only.jpg Relocation is not simply a change of address. For children, it is a process of rebuilding familiarity, connection and belonging. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T04:47:00.000+04:00 When home is suddenly somewhere else: Helping children find belonging after moving to the UAE Op-Eds, Choosing a school in Dubai, Dubai Communities https://gulfnews.com/uae/tributes-pour-in-for-indian-expat-student-in-uae-who-died-in-tamil-nadu-after-rare-cancer-battle-1.500639132 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-13/6byvmo89/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-12-at-12.57.54-PM.jpeg Glowin Chell Gulf News en 2026-08-13T04:30:00.000+04:00 Tributes pour in for Indian expat student in UAE who died in Tamil Nadu after rare cancer battle UAE, India, UAE, Indian expats, india, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/meta-meets-its-own-tobacco-moment-as-jury-selection-kicks-off-trial-1.500638112 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-01-08/3brlr0vt/Meta2.jpg A photo illustration shows an image of Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta. The company, with a market capitalisation of $1.47 trillion as of Aug. 12, 2026, is facing a multi-state case about social media harms. The legal argument against Meta centres on its business practices, similar to when the federal government sued tobacco companies. Jury selection started on Wednesday. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T04:12:41.892+04:00 Meta meets its own 'tobacco' moment as jury selection kicks off trial Americas, Technology https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/to-make-the-civilians-leave-russia-pummels-ukraines-petrol-stations-1.500638448 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-27/0tatglw4/newsml_afp_com_20260727T210541Z_doc_c3c22zq.jpeg Cars drive past a petrol station destroyed in an air attack in the town of Izium, in the eastern Kharkiv region, on July 27, 2026, amid the Russian invasion of Ukraine. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/w52y66rh/newsml_afp_com_20260812T010001Z_doc_c4d88kh.jpeg Firefighters work at the site of a destroyed petrol station following Russian drones and missiles strikes in Kyiv on May 14, 2026, amid the Russian invasion in Ukraine. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-06/1wuq4i31/newsml_afp_com_20260306T193829Z_doc_a2aq2nq.jpeg People refile their tank at a petrol station in Istanbul on March 6, 2026 as fears have grown of a possible inflationary wave as war in the Middle East sends energy prices shooting upwards. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T04:02:41.114+04:00 'To make the civilians leave': Russia pummels Ukraine's petrol stations Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-on-track-for-record-natural-gas-production-in-2026-eia-1.500639127 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/01/24/A_Unit_Drilling_Co_16a31076318._rig_stands_in_the_Bakken_Formation_resources1_16a31076318_large.jpg A Unit Drilling Co. rig stands in the Bakken Formation in this aerial photograph outside Watford City, North Dakota. The US Energy Information Administration (EIA) states that US natural gas production is on track to hit a new annual record in 2026, with output averaging 122.5 Bcf/d, which underpins the US' growing importance in global gas markets. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T03:02:09.700+04:00 US on track for record natural gas production in 2026: EIA Americas, Energy https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/strait-of-hormuz-remains-blocked-claims-dont-change-reality-iran-dismisses-trumps-total-us-control-claims-1.500639152 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2016/5/4/1_16a082ec3cf.1819087_1422495664_16a082ec3cf_large.jpg A view of the Strait of Hormuz as seen from the International Space Station. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T02:41:37.250+04:00 Strait of Hormuz remains blocked; claims don't change reality: Iran dismisses Trump's 'total US control' claims Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/another-world-total-solar-eclipse-enthralls-europe-1.500639104 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/63c1m2wn/newsml_afp_com_20260812T212111Z_doc_c4hp6an.jpeg People react as they observe the total solar eclipse from the sea port of Tarragona, northeastern Spain, on August 12, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T02:36:40.749+04:00 'Another world': total solar eclipse enthralls Europe Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/zimbabwe-ferry-capsizes-with-95-people-on-board-1.500637893 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/999pdmqo/preview.jpg In this image taken from a video people are rescued from an overloaded ferry that capsized on Zimbabwe's Lake Kariba on Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T02:27:05.503+04:00 Zimbabwe ferry capsizes with 95 people on board Africa https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/c1p3t5x-global-oil-demand-expected-decline-16-mbd-2026-1.500639097 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-11/reppqkbu/da251045e9b6141c191c19d03b8b018a.jpg A forecast by the International Energy Agency (IEA) estimates that global oil demand will drop by 1.6 mb/d in 2026, and 2.4 mb/d in 2027. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T02:21:24.075+04:00 Global oil demand expected to decline by 1.6 mb/d in 2026, expand by 2.4 mb/d in 2027: IEA Energy https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-military-helicopter-crash-kills-2-in-texas-officials-say-1.500639140 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/tk7k79b2/ANI_20260505031359.jpg An AH-64 Apache helicopter. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/369e7h97/preview.jpg A tanker aircraft dumps fire retardant on a field southwest of Salado, Texas, Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2026, after a military helicopter crashed and sparked a grass fire. Gulf News en 2026-08-13T02:10:19.089+04:00 US military helicopter crash kills 2 in Texas, officials say fort hood texas apache military helicopter crash https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/karoline-leavitt-to-leave-white-house-press-secretary-role-at-month-end-1.500639105 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/qdh7p0z7/preview.jpg White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt Gulf News en 2026-08-12T23:59:10.698+04:00 Karoline Leavitt to leave White House press secretary role at month-end trump press secretary leavitt https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/netherlands-appoint-xavi-hernandez-as-coach-through-2030-world-cup-1.500639095 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/sp3sxqtp/HPiztRAX0AAic4j.jpg Xavi Hernández Gulf News en 2026-08-12T23:37:46.948+04:00 Netherlands appoint Xavi Hernandez as coach through 2030 World Cup Football https://gulfnews.com/photos/news/rare-solar-eclipse-sweeps-europe-as-millions-watch-celestial-spectacle-1.500639081 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/hy4snpcq/21.jpg A total solar eclipse is seen from Berlanga de Duero, central Spain. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/t8so15u6/22.jpg People observe a partial solar eclipse at Northala Fields in London. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/ysrne6m5/newsml_afp_com_20260812T190738Z_doc_c4ht2ad.jpeg People are silhouetted as they watch the moon pass over the sun's horizon near the Monviso mountain during a partial solar eclipse in in Bene Vagienna, near Turin, northwestern Italy. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/luquqpgu/newsml_afp_com_20260812T190018Z_doc_c4hn6nc.jpeg The diamond ring effect appears as the Sun begins to emerge from behind the Moon following totality of the solar eclipse as seen from Berlanga de Duero, 240 km north-east of Madrid. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/sw1zvjps/newsml_afp_com_20260812T190018Z_doc_c4hn6nd.jpeg The Sun's corona glows as the Moon completely blocks the Sun during the totality phase of the total solar eclipse as seen from Berlanga de Duero, 240 km north-east of Madrid. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/xnqatswy/newsml_afp_com_20260812T190018Z_doc_c4hn6ng.jpeg The Sun's corona glows as the Moon completely blocks the Sun during the totality phase of the total solar eclipse as seen from Berlanga de Duero, 240 km north-east of Madrid. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/pddlxrf1/newsml_afp_com_20260812T190142Z_doc_c4hr4zq.jpeg A person watches the partial solar eclipse in Bize-Minervois, south-western France. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/zzh4q9od/newsml_afp_com_20260812T185853Z_doc_c4hr39k.jpeg People use special protective glasses as they watch a near total solar eclipse, with more than 90 percent of the Sun blocked by the Moon across Britain, from Primrose Hill in London. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/4sl99zwa/newsml_afp_com_20260812T185821Z_doc_c4hr7t3.jpeg The moon passes over the sun's horizon during a partial solar eclipse in Rennes, western France. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/fqruvut2/newsml_afp_com_20260812T185801Z_doc_c4hp3yu.jpeg A partial solar eclipse is seen at Soliman Beach in Tunisia's Nabeul province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/jijg6896/newsml_afp_com_20260812T185801Z_doc_c4hp3wq.jpeg A partial solar eclipse is seen at Soliman Beach in Tunisia's Nabeul province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/n5u76fha/newsml_afp_com_20260812T185800Z_doc_c4hp3yp.jpeg A partial solar eclipse is seen at Soliman Beach in Tunisia's Nabeul province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/kk150zf1/newsml_afp_com_20260812T185800Z_doc_c4hp3wn.jpeg A partial solar eclipse is seen at Soliman Beach in Tunisia's Nabeul province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/aqo8g82h/newsml_afp_com_20260812T185800Z_doc_c4hp7t3.jpeg A partial solar eclipse is seen at Soliman Beach in Tunisia's Nabeul province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/4sakulhl/newsml_afp_com_20260812T185800Z_doc_c4hp3xh.jpeg A partial solar eclipse is seen at Soliman Beach in Tunisia's Nabeul province. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/xfi6arsf/newsml_afp_com_20260812T185734Z_doc_c4hr2kf.jpeg This handout image from NASA shows a total solar eclipse from San Millán de los Caballeros, Spain. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/fbzcday0/newsml_afp_com_20260812T185602Z_doc_c4hn6n9.jpeg The diamond ring effect appears as the Sun begins to emerge from behind the Moon following totality of the solar eclipse as seen from Berlanga de Duero, 240 km north-east of Madrid. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/jppwabhp/newsml_afp_com_20260812T185424Z_doc_c4hp9dw.jpeg The partial solar eclipse is pictured in Salzburg, Austria. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/b82ztweo/newsml_afp_com_20260812T185423Z_doc_c4hp6ck.jpeg The partial solar eclipse is pictured in Salzburg, Austria. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/z184xh55/newsml_afp_com_20260812T185423Z_doc_c4hp9dz.jpeg The partial solar eclipse is pictured in Salzburg, Austria. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/ti4vypx9/newsml_afp_com_20260812T185339Z_doc_c4hn3kw.jpeg The moon passes over the sun's horizon during a partial solar eclipse on the Noirmoutier island, western France. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/3i351vot/newsml_afp_com_20260812T184958Z_doc_c4hm6hj.jpeg The moon passes over the sun's horizon during a partial solar eclipse in Hemiksem. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T23:13:01.787+04:00 Rare solar eclipse sweeps Europe as millions watch celestial spectacle news-photos, Europe https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/zlatko-dalic-appointed-uae-national-team-head-coach-1.500639085 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-02/yrbkeu09/newsml_afp_com_20260702T000000Z_PH_GTY_2284395322.jpeg Zlatko Dalic Gulf News en 2026-08-12T23:12:17.844+04:00 Zlatko Dalic appointed UAE national team head coach Football, UAE-Sport, UAE, football https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/start-of-partial-eclipse-in-several-regions-of-spain-2-1.500637970 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/wdwu1jg5/17.jpg Totality in Spain. https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/vq5sxny3/18.jpg The Moon partially covers the Sun during the early stages of the total solar eclipse as seen from Berlanga de Duero, 240 km north-east of Madrid, on August 12, 2026 Gulf News en 2026-08-12T21:23:44.917+04:00 Watch: Total solar eclipse visible in Spain Europe https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-to-establish-four-new-industrial-cities-under-2026-2030-development-drive-1.500638857 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/osh9hu2a/Maydan-Industrial-projects.jpeg Four industrial cities will be established by Madayn across Oman under 2026-2030 development plan to boost investment and economic diversification. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T20:38:48.592+04:00 Oman to establish four new industrial cities under 2026-2030 development drive Oman, Oman https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/israel-carries-out-first-gaza-strike-in-more-than-week-one-killed-1.500638901 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/wdpqhn6t/12.jpg An internally displaced Palestinian man walks past the rubble of buildings destroyed by the Israeli military, in Khan Yunis southern Gaza Strip. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T20:29:51.090+04:00 Israel carries out first Gaza strike in more than week, one killed Mena, Gaza https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/pakistan/pakistan-to-set-up-free-tech-university-based-on-merit-1.500638737 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-24/48pah184/ANI_20250924112447.jpg Shehbaz made the announcement at an event in Islamabad marking International Youth Day. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T20:24:02.402+04:00 Pakistan to set up free tech university based on merit Pakistan, Pakistan, Education https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oil-spill-off-oman-reportedly-reaches-mainland-un-agency-1.500638915 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/u5o7t2mf/11.jpg Tanker Caroline Bezengi, grounded and partly submerged off the coast of Oman, leaking crude oil into the sea. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T20:13:29.734+04:00 Oil spill off Oman reportedly reaches mainland: UN agency Oman https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/lebanons-sweeping-amnesty-law-what-we-know-1.500638835 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/rhd6fkw3/10.jpg Sunni Muslims hold a portrait of imprisoned Sunni cleric Ahmad al-Assir during a protest against a clause in a proposed amnesty law that would exclude some prisoners, including the cleric, from being eligible for amnesty, after Friday prayers in Beirut, Lebanon, Friday, May 22, 2026 Gulf News en 2026-08-12T20:08:05.730+04:00 Lebanon's sweeping amnesty law: what we know Mena, Lebanon https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/ghd-platinum-review-a-premium-straightener-that-earns-its-place-on-the-dressing-table-1.500631369 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-05/7i2ny2bt/ghdplatinum-2.png Premium GHD Platinum+ hair straightener displayed elegantly on a stylish dressing table. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T20:00:00.000+04:00 GHD Platinum+ review: A premium straightener that earns its place on the dressing table Best-Buys https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-president-and-king-of-bahrain-discuss-fraternal-ties-and-regional-developments-1.500638902 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/y9g2nuxh/20260812HKZ813347.jpg King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa praised the UAE's steadfast support for Bahrain Gulf News en 2026-08-12T19:42:48.860+04:00 UAE President and King of Bahrain discuss fraternal ties and regional developments Government, Bahrain https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-says-us-will-keep-hormuz-strait-control-1.500638866 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-07-23/uyj1qevz/Screenshot-2026-07-24-at-7.22.56-AM.png Trump has repeatedly claimed the United States controls the strait. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T19:23:23.448+04:00 Trump says US will 'keep' Hormuz strait control Americas, Mena, Donald Trump, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/sport/los-angeles-lakers-to-be-sold-to-josh-kushner-bob-iger-for-record-125-billion-1.500638886 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/uhh5drs9/771757362186275673220402087973844441796643282n.jpg Gulf News en 2026-08-12T19:12:50.624+04:00 Los Angeles Lakers to be sold to Josh Kushner, Bob Iger for record $12.5 billion Sport, NBA https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-standoff-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-this-evening-august-12-1.500638829 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/1mgcsnai/gulfnews2026-07-27ts9v9cwtDXBDubaiInternationalAirport182d025b890originalratio.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-12T18:50:16.247+04:00 US-Iran standoff: What UAE residents need to know this evening (August 12) Mena, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwait-foils-terrorist-plot-targeting-vital-facility-1.500638789 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/giv5xh9q/gulfnewsimport20210615STOCK-jailed-prison-handcuff-crime17a0f18e795large.avif https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/k76ziebr/gulfnewsimport20200812Stock-crime-jailed-murder-robbery173e32dcef4large.avif Gulf News en 2026-08-12T18:35:31.559+04:00 Kuwait foils terrorist plot targeting vital facility Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/sport/ronaldo-sends-message-of-support-to-messi-following-fathers-death-1.500638836 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/webiio4t/Cristiano_Ronaldo_helps_Messi_stand_1764250535c_original_ratio.jpg Nothing but respect between two of football's greatest ever players Gulf News en 2026-08-12T18:32:29.441+04:00 Ronaldo sends message of support to Messi following father’s death Sport, Football, football, Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/44-lives-lost-after-ferry-capsizes-on-zimbabwes-lake-kariba-1.500638693 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/la62k3e5/6.jpg Passengers being rescued after a boat capsized on Zimbabwe’s Lake Kariba following an encounter with strong waves on August 11, 2026 Gulf News en 2026-08-12T17:59:08.297+04:00 44 lives lost after ferry capsizes on Zimbabwe's Lake Kariba Africa https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/trisha-shares-cryptic-drama-at-this-age-is-embarrassing-message-as-sangeetha-drops-divorce-case-against-vijay-1.500638773 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/n9g4q1yk/202606273842254.jpg Trisha Krishnan https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-07/akyklxys/SSSS.jpg A combo image of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay and his wife, Sangeetha. Gulf News en 2026-08-12T17:47:18.970+04:00 Trisha shares cryptic ‘drama at this age is embarrassing’ message as Sangeetha drops divorce case against Vijay Entertainment, South-Indian, bollywood, india https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/ask-us/uae-public-holidays-2027-1.500638729 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-13/v4jlpk7f/Burj-3.jpg Fireworks explode around the Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building, during New Year's Eve celebrations in Dubai, on Thursday, January 1, 2026 (Picture used for illustrative purposes). Gulf News en 2026-08-12T17:22:35.401+04:00 UAE public holidays 2027: Full list of expected dates and long weekends Living-Ask-Us, Ask Gulf News, UAE, UAE Public holidays https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/sharjah-to-add-1222-parking-spaces-in-al-khan-and-al-mamzar-1.500638623 https://media.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-08-12/qhuu5xcj/Sharjah-adds-parking-spaces.webp Work is under way on three additional parking areas in Al Khan and Al Mamzar that will accommodate another 540 vehicles, bringing the total capacity of the five sites to 1,222 spaces. 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