https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-tanker-strikes-rock-iran-truce-as-trump-awaits-tehran-reply-1.500534447 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/v4ttu3xh/Nimitz.jpg This US Navy handout photo released by US Central Command Public Affairs shows Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) sailing in the Arabian Sea. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-11/39rqaei5/ANI_20260411122840.jpg Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/5dssdy2d/Hormuz.jpg The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 115) implementing a maritime blockade against the Iran-flagged crude oil tanker vessel Stream while the latter was attempting to sail toward an Iranian port. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/gjhte7h8/Lebanon.jpg A photograph taken from the southern Lebanese area of Tyre shows smoke as it rises from the site of an Israeli airstrike that targeted the village of Deir Qanoun on May 8, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/bjxlh93w/Kharg.jpg This satellite image provided by European Space Agency shows an apparent oil spill in the Arabian Gulf off the western side of Kharg Island, Iran’s main crude oil export terminal. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/6ka9m2h7/Ships.jpg Cargo ships, including bulk carriers and general cargo vessels, sit at anchor offshore as a small motorboat passes in the foreground, in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas, Iran. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T16:24:58.075+04:00 US awaits Iran response as tensions escalate; Bahrain detains dozens in Iran-linked case Mena, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/caught-on-cam-dubai-police-release-video-of-shocking-near-miss-involving-child-in-stroller-1.500534830 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/a0hfj9r1/FotoJet-5.jpg A video released by Dubai Police shows a dangerous near-miss at a pedestrian crossing where a child in a stroller narrowly avoided being hit, highlighting road safety concerns. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/jd7nl8t7/new11.PNG Gulf News en 2026-05-09T16:04:45.620+04:00 Caught on cam: Dubai Police release video of shocking near-miss involving child in stroller UAE, traffi fines, UAE traffic fines, Dubai Police https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/no-deal-no-passage-dual-blockade-deadlock-rocks-global-shipping-diplomacy-1.500534796 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/y1bzmckc/newsml_afp_com_20260508T083244Z_doc_b2984at.jpeg This US Navy handout photo released on May 7, 2026 by US Central Command Public Affairs, shows the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 115) implementing a maritime blockade against the Iran-flagged crude oil tanker vessel Stream while the latter was attempting to sail toward an Iranian port, on April 26, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/4u1q6q5l/Screenshot-2026-05-09-at-7.28.37-PM.png Marine traffic in the Hormuz Strait as of 3.30pm Gulf Standard Time. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/ck08zhio/Screenshot_2026_05_07_at_1_03_38_PM.png US Army Apache attack helicopters and Navy Seahawks fly armed patrols over the Strait of Hormuz as part of a broader US-led naval blockade to enforce sanctions and protect commercial shipping, targeting Iranian fast craft and deterring attempts to break the maritime cordon in one of the world’s most strategic waterways. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T15:56:49.604+04:00 'No deal, no passage': Dual blockade deadlock rocks global shipping, diplomacy Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/bahrain/uae-reaffirms-full-solidarity-with-bahrain-over-iran-linked-group-1.500534819 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/k9nemhul/UAE-Bahrain In a statement, Sheikh Abdullah said the UAE backs all steps taken by Bahrain to protect its security, sovereignty and stability, while safeguarding the safety of its society. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T15:54:28.293+04:00 UAE reaffirms full solidarity with Bahrain over Iran-linked group Bahrain, UAE, Bahrain, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/1-dead-4-injured-in-dhow-fire-near-strait-of-hormuz-indian-consulate-in-dubai-calls-it-unfortunate-1.500534782 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/uisqzr9k/ANI_20260507024149.jpg Indian mission aids crew after fatal dhow blaze near Strait of Hormuz https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/08/09/190809-india-flag_16c77466fdf_large.jpg File image Gulf News en 2026-05-09T15:15:55.821+04:00 1 dead, 4 injured in dhow fire near Strait of Hormuz: Indian Consulate in Dubai calls it 'unfortunate' India, UAE, india, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/technology/media/openais-latest-chatgpt-update-could-save-lives-offline-1.500534777 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-03/xhglhxv1/newsml_afp_com_20260303T000000Z_PH_GTY_2264640609.jpeg A new opt-in feature connects vulnerable users with trusted people during crisis moments. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T14:59:19.113+04:00 OpenAI’s latest ChatGPT update could save lives offline Media https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/handwriting-experts-connect-newly-released-note-to-epstein-case-1.500534738 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/4avrd4cf/dims.apnews.webp This document released May 6, 2026, by the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, shows a note that Jeffrey Epstein’s former cellmate said he found after Epstein’s reported suicide attempt on July 23, 2019. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/0pcq6443/dims.apnews.webp undated photo released by the U.S. Department of Justice shows a photograph of a handwritten note complaining about jail conditions that was discovered in Jeffrey Epstein’s cell at the Metropolitan Correctional Center in New York City after Epstein’s suicide. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T14:44:32.337+04:00 Handwriting experts connect newly released note to Epstein case Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-closely-monitors-hantavirus-cases-linked-to-cruise-ship-1.500534698 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/hxoyq0gk/Hantavirus.jpg Hantavirus is a rare viral disease that can become severe in some cases, usually transmitted to humans through exposure to infected rodents’ urine, saliva or droppings. [Illustrative image] Gulf News en 2026-05-09T13:39:09.406+04:00 Saudi Arabia closely monitors Hantavirus cases linked to cruise ship Saudi https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-team-completes-16-hour-separation-of-tanzanian-twins-1.500534712 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/5e1uk29g/Conjoined-twins The operation is the third successful separation of conjoined twins from Tanzania and the 71st procedure carried out under the Saudi Conjoined Twins Programme. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T13:35:39.259+04:00 Saudi team completes 16-hour separation of Tanzanian twins Saudi, Saudi Arabia https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/bahrain/bahrain-arrests-41-over-alleged-links-to-irans-revolutionary-guard-1.500534708 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/lsxxu3vm/Bahrain-Flag Investigations and security reports uncovered an organisation connected to Iran’s Revolutionary Guard and the ideology of “Wilayat Al Faqih”. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T13:34:59.939+04:00 Bahrain arrests 41 over alleged links to Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Bahrain, Bahrain, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/uae-data-shows-female-diabetes-cases-surpassed-males-in-2025-1.500534696 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/1dxmbxah/Diabetes According to the figures, a total of 20,713 diabetes patients were registered across EHS primary healthcare centres during the year, including 12,349 female patients compared with 8,364 male patients. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T13:06:42.631+04:00 UAE data shows female diabetes cases surpassed males in 2025 Health https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/the-pentagon-just-put-its-ufo-files-online-for-everyone-to-see-1.500534690 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/ditifomh/dims.apnews.webp A new Pentagon portal gives public access to decades of unexplained aerial sightings. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/q1r046k9/dims.apnews.webp A photo of “flying saucer alleged specimens” in files on UFOs. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/nhwxux1l/dims.apnews.webp Files on UFOs https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/2tezsaf4/dims.apnews.webp Gulf News en 2026-05-09T12:55:19.106+04:00 The Pentagon just put its UFO files online for everyone to see Americas https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/what-dubai-students-are-saying-about-their-futures-at-edufair-2026-1.500534681 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/zfaxh23n/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-09-at-11.12.22.jpeg Huge crowds during the early hours of the opening day of Gulf News Edufair 2026 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/2vf4ce5k/Hakimuddin-Rassiwala.jpeg Hakimuddin Rassiwala https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/7n1ntord/Saesha-Trivedi.jpeg Saesha Trivedi https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/gvmzjjuk/Arfa-Sakib.jpeg Arfa Sakib https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/geot4gfo/Kanza-Mariyam.jpeg Kanza Mariyam https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/s6f8jkz5/Aidh-Tamboli.jpeg Aidh Tamboli https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/zpki96sy/Ayisha-Izzah.jpeg Ayisha Izzah https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/awm132is/Zia-Fathima.jpeg Zia Fathima Gulf News en 2026-05-09T12:54:56.805+04:00 What Dubai students are saying about their futures at Edufair 2026 Education, Edufair https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-militarys-deadly-pacific-drug-crackdown-kills-2-more-1.500534679 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/73d2vbs6/Screenshot-2026-05-09-at-12.35.00-PM.png Gulf News en 2026-05-09T12:38:24.715+04:00 US military’s deadly Pacific drug crackdown kills 2 more Americas https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/trending-courses-at-edufair-2026-business-ai-cybersecurity-engineering-lead-demand-in-dubai-1.500534651 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/nrbmbshx/PHOTO-2026-05-09-11-12-23.jpg Families exploring universities and academic pathways at Edufair https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/4kjso9xs/PHOTO-2026-05-09-11-12-23-second.jpg Families discussing courses with university representatives Gulf News en 2026-05-09T12:34:21.966+04:00 Trending courses at Edufair 2026: Business, AI, cybersecurity, engineering lead demand in Dubai Education, Edufair https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-police-handle-294000-calls-and-messages-in-three-months-1.500534669 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/60r13wmq/Graph.jpg The centre received 194,510 phone calls from customers across Dubai, in addition to handling 48,390 emails and conducting 6,237 instant chat conversations through smart communication platforms. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/03/30/Dubai-police-call-centre-1680161414836_187316c9ec8_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-09T12:22:40.970+04:00 Dubai Police handle 294,000 calls and messages in three months UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-and-lebanese-presidents-stress-unity-and-regional-stability-1.500534663 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/o29bqjqd/58d03lx91ka0x7upo.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-09T12:22:29.525+04:00 UAE and Lebanese presidents stress unity and regional stability Government, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/indonesia-rescuers-search-for-hikers-killed-in-volcanic-eruption-2-1.500534671 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/dvz6og0l/newsml_afp_com_20260508T094614Z_doc_b29g6fr.jpeg A handout picture taken and released on May 8, 2026 by Indonesia's National Search and Rescue Agency (BASARNAS) shows rescue workers standing by after the volcanic eruption of Mount Dukono in North Halmahera, North Maluku. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T12:16:24.055+04:00 Indonesia rescuers search for hikers killed in volcanic eruption Asia https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/uae-türkiye-trade-nearly-triples-under-cepa-agreement-1.500534665 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/ser8lf5n/UAE-Turkey Dr Thani Al Zeyoudi said non-oil trade between the UAE and Türkiye had nearly tripled compared with 2022 levels, before the CEPA agreement was signed and implemented. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T12:14:00.596+04:00 UAE-Türkiye trade nearly triples under CEPA agreement economy https://gulfnews.com/uae/watch-reckless-driver-arrested-after-dangerous-stunts-in-sharjah-1.500534661 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/d30a94uz/Screenshot-2026-05-09-at-12.02.00-PM.png Police said authorities moved immediately after receiving reports about the incident, using video footage captured by private surveillance cameras. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T12:05:12.347+04:00 Watch: Reckless driver arrested after dangerous stunts in Sharjah UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/abu-dhabi-launches-smart-ring-health-research-partnership-1.500534644 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/ztgo7297/Abu-Dhabi-health-research The collaboration builds on Abu Dhabi’s advanced public health infrastructure and longitudinal health data assets, integrating them with ŌURA’s real-time, continuous insights across key health indicators. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T12:00:45.218+04:00 Abu Dhabi launches smart ring health research partnership Health https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/uae-medical-day-spotlights-ai-powered-healthcare-revolution-1.500534650 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-20/h5391hd5/202601203644571.jpg AI, genomics and digital platforms are reshaping patient care across the Emirates. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/1a47sbvw/Dr_Abdulla_Kazim___RPM__1_.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/o14488zt/Dr_Ousama_Image_2025_05_26_at_20_03_07.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-09T11:59:10.522+04:00 UAE Medical Day spotlights AI-powered healthcare revolution Health https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/g-dragon-to-feature-on-new-track-with-aespa-exciting-and-special-fans-react-1.500533783 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/du2gpx3f/will-sleeping-8-4.jpg Fans believe the long-rumoured G-Dragon and aespa crossover could become one of 2026’s biggest K-pop moments Gulf News en 2026-05-09T11:46:00.683+04:00 G-Dragon to feature on new track with Aespa: 'Exciting and special' fans react Entertainment, Music, Kpop, Music https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/arab-parliament-denounces-iranian-strikes-on-uae-as-terrorist-attacks-1.500534627 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/bldtz8yo/Arab.jpg Mohammed bin Ahmed Al Yamahi, Speaker of the Arab Parliament Gulf News en 2026-05-09T11:30:59.308+04:00 Arab Parliament denounces Iranian strikes on UAE as ‘terrorist attacks’ Mena, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/10th-gulf-news-edufair-begins-with-strong-turnout-in-dubai-highlights-resilience-of-higher-education-sector-1.500534590 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/y226ka5f/PHOTO-2026-05-09-10-42-30.jpg Marwan Abdulaziz Janahi, Senior Vice President of Dubai International Academic City, Dubai Knowledge Park, and Dubai Science Park, part of TECOM Group (second from left), Dr Naji Al Mahdi, Chief of Qualifications and Awards, Knowledge & Human Development Authority (left), and Dr. Eesa Al Bastaki, President, University of Dubai inaugurate Gulf News Edufair https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/qbrs0ig1/PHOTO-2026-05-09-10-43-13.jpg Marwan Abdulaziz Janahi, Senior Vice President of Dubai International Academic City, Dubai Knowledge Park, and Dubai Science Park, part of TECOM Group, Dr Naji Mahdi, Chief of Qualifications and Awards, Knowledge & Human Development Authority, Dr. Eesa Al Bastaki, President, University of Dubai, tour the exhibition along with Vijay Vaghela, CEO, Gulf News and Mark Thompson, Editor-in-Chief, Gulf News. Photo: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/kt8pefm8/PHOTO-2026-05-09-10-43-14.jpg Marwan Abdulaziz Janahi, Senior Vice President of Dubai International Academic City, Dubai Knowledge Park, and Dubai Science Park, part of TECOM Group, and Dr. Eesa Al Bastaki, President, University of Dubai, interacting with exhibitors https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/td1tmwiq/PHOTO-2026-05-09-10-43-48.jpg Dr. Eesa Al Bastaki, President, University of Dubai, Vijay Vaghela, CEO, Gulf News, Dr Naji Mahdi, Chief of Qualifications and Awards, Knowledge & Human Development Authority, and Marwan Abdulaziz Janahi, Senior Vice President of Dubai International Academic City, Dubai Knowledge Park, and Dubai Science Park, part of TECOM Group, during the inauguration of Edufair at H Dubai Hotel Gulf News en 2026-05-09T11:12:50.937+04:00 10th Gulf News Edufair begins with strong turnout in Dubai, highlights resilience of higher education sector Education, Edufair https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/boy-4-falls-from-11th-floor-waiting-for-parents-survives-1.500534605 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/12/13/STOCK-ambulance_1850a298a2c_large.jpg A heartbreaking moment turned miraculous after a boy survived a devastating high-rise fall. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T10:55:16.761+04:00 Boy, 4, falls from 11th floor waiting for parents — survives Asia https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/rohit-sharmas-next-innings-cricketer-set-for-tv-debut-1.500534602 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-25/zte1mjhm/newsml_afp_com_20251025T025629Z_doc_79yc8cx.jpeg Rohit Sharma Gulf News en 2026-05-09T10:46:39.615+04:00 Rohit Sharma’s next innings: Cricketer set for TV debut Cricket https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/a-farewell-to-bollywood-romcoms-have-we-lost-the-charm-of-hum-tum-and-jab-we-met-forever-1.500534569 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/cdyehp81/shahid.jpg Shahid Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor in Jab We Met. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T10:29:12.882+04:00 A farewell to Bollywood romcoms: Have we lost the charm of Hum Tum and Jab We Met forever? Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/eid-al-adha-staycations-in-uae-best-hotel-offers-from-aed-199-1.500530364 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/m91058sr/JA_Palm_Tree_Court_Tamr_Pool_1669286765649_184a93ea466_original_ratio.jpg From Dh199, book Eid staycations across Abu Dhabi, Dubai and beyond Gulf News en 2026-05-09T10:18:10.101+04:00 Eid Al Adha staycations in UAE: Best hotel offers from Dh199 Lifestyle, people, eid al adha, lifestyle, Eid Al Adha https://gulfnews.com/business/trump-media-reports-steep-loss-amid-crypto-downturn-1.500534514 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/6z8l3eh1/Truth_Social_Trump_183ce6ca332_original_ratio.jpg Revenue remains below $1m as Truth Social parent struggles with volatile digital assets. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T08:47:18.205+04:00 Trump Media reports steep loss amid crypto downturn Business, Americas https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/studying-abroad-from-the-uae-why-early-financial-planning-matters-1.500534515 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/jvycjvo3/HSBC.png Najeeb Ahmed Busheri Head of Retail Distribution, HSBC UAE. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T08:46:02.942+04:00 Studying abroad from the UAE: Why early financial planning matters Education, Edufair https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/world-cup-2026-to-kick-off-with-three-opening-ceremonies-across-north-america-1.500534510 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/39dt7xrf/fifa.jpg Workers install the first layer of the new playing surface at Houston Stadium, on Friday, May 8, 2026, in Houston, ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup soccer matches. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T08:30:11.255+04:00 World Cup 2026 to kick off with three opening ceremonies across North America Football https://gulfnews.com/technology/europes-new-social-media-apps-face-uphill-battle-against-tech-giants-1.500534501 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-22/rmxyyrtc/Social-media New platforms promise healthier feeds and less algorithm-driven content amid rising frustration with Big Tech. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T08:16:37.420+04:00 Europe’s new social media apps face uphill battle against tech giants Technology, Europe, Business https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/how-a-jordanian-expat-in-uae-is-addressing-loneliness-among-seniors-during-uncertain-times-1.500533799 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/7ri071fn/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-08-at-13.21.09.jpeg Sawsan Shalabi, founder of Rafeeq Connect https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/sgxymza4/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-08-at-14.28.12.jpeg "Presence is not just physical, it is the quality of attention," said Shalabi. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/h3i3fg75/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-08-at-14.28.12-2.jpeg "I have been overwhelmed by the number of people who want to give, individuals reaching out to volunteer their time, professionals who want to join the platform as companions, people from all walks of life who have seen a parent or grandparent go through loneliness and want to do something about it," shared Shalabi. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T08:00:00.000+04:00 How a Jordanian expat in UAE is addressing loneliness among seniors during uncertain times people, United in Strength, UAE, Dubai, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trapped-at-sea-middle-east-conflict-takes-heavy-mental-toll-on-seafarers-1.500534482 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-06/pagzep5e/preview.jpg A container ship sits at anchor as a small motorboat passes in the foreground in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas, Iran, on Saturday, May 2, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T07:46:24.672+04:00 Trapped at sea: Middle East conflict takes heavy mental toll on seafarers Mena, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/edufair-opens-today-with-35-institutions-1.500534443 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/xzg9hght/NAT-250519-Edufair-Day-1-Crowd-VSAKLANI-28.jpg Students interact with university staff at a past edition of GN Edufair Dubai https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/q79zk7ej/Marwan_Photo_1_resized__small_.jpg Marwan Abdulaziz Janahi, Senior Vice President, Dubai International Academic City, Dubai Knowledge Park, and Dubai Science Park, part of TECOM Group PJSC, will inaugurate Edufair as the chief guest https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/z8uhzvr2/Dr-Easa-109829709.jpg Dr Eesa Al Bastaki, President, University of Dubai https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-09/koxq0fv1/Clint_Spokersperson_image_downloaded.jpg Clint Khan, Director, Y-Axis Gulf News en 2026-05-09T07:00:00.000+04:00 Edufair opens today with 35+ institutions Education, Edufair https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-conflict-explosions-near-qeshm-island-and-bandar-abbas-and-drone-strikes-escalate-strait-of-hormuz-crisis-1.500533204 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/oog8alhf/HHpKdc9XYAEpio.jpg Missiles, drones and oil blockades in Hormuz fuel regional war and market turmoil https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/5wrvqcxf/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-08-at-8.40.12-AM.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/y95n156y/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-08-at-3.39.17-PM.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/61qz4fe0/HHy6EqWgAAV5pM.jpg Over 70 oil tankers stuck as US tightens blockade on Iranian ports https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/jfgd75c9/newsml_afp_com_20260508T121028Z_doc_b29y83w.jpeg Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks to the press at the US Embassy in Rome on May 8, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/pudjk7lx/WhatsApp_Image_2026_05_08_at_7_09_21_PM__1_.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-09T06:36:52.906+04:00 US-Iran tensions rise after Strait of Hormuz incident; UAE says Iranian attack injures three people Mena, Donald Trump, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/nearly-a-third-of-uae-parents-still-travelling-without-child-car-seats-study-finds-1.500534269 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/04/19/Child-in-car-seat_18ef61b0c0f_large.jpg In 2017, the UAE introduced a mandatory child seat law. Now, nine years later, a new survey reveals persistent gaps in ownership and consistent usage, with some parents citing confidence in their driving abilities as a reason for not buckling up their children. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T06:30:00.000+04:00 Nearly a third of UAE parents still travelling without child car seats, study finds Transport, Living-Transport, UAE traffic fines https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-braces-for-dusty-weather-and-rough-seas-this-week-1.500534332 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-03/qm7q2ncg/newsml_afp_com_20260403T180518Z_doc_a6pr9mr.jpeg Temperatures are expected to range between 33°C and 38°C in coastal and island areas, while internal regions could see highs between 37°C and 43°C. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T06:04:05.540+04:00 UAE braces for dusty weather and rough seas this week  Weather https://gulfnews.com/ask-gulf-news/ask-gulf-news-can-a-dubai-landlord-evict-a-tenant-for-shutting-a-business-without-notice-1.500532768 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/sqizwidy/Untitled-design-53.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-09T06:00:00.000+04:00 Ask Gulf News: Can a Dubai landlord evict a tenant for shutting a business without notice? Ask Gulf News https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/messi-on-ronaldo-rivalry-it-was-a-beautiful-sporting-rivalry-1.500534338 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/e2wzb6r9/Ronaldo-Messi Messi about the iconic rivalry https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/e2wzb6r9/Ronaldo-Messi Messi about the iconic rivalry Gulf News en 2026-05-09T05:30:00.000+04:00 Messi on Ronaldo rivalry: “It was a beautiful sporting rivalry” Football, football, Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/world-adds-89-ultra-rich-people-a-day-despite-market-uncertainty-1.500529624 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/10/22/STOCK-RICH-PEOPLE---COUPLE_192b3b5c5de_large.jpg The wealthy are broadening their investment horizons beyond traditional assets. Gulf News en 2026-05-09T04:01:00.000+04:00 World adds 89 ultra-rich people a day despite market uncertainty Markets https://gulfnews.com/uae/gulf-states-condemn-iranian-attacks-on-uae-reaffirm-full-solidarity-1.500534313 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-16/5zi4m2sa/UAEflag Regional allies slam Iran’s missile, drone attacks as breach of UAE sovereignty Gulf News en 2026-05-09T00:11:59.507+04:00 Gulf and Arab states condemn Iranian attacks on UAE, reaffirm full solidarity UAE, UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/humaid-air-bridge-campaign-delivers-over-600-tonnes-of-humanitarian-aid-to-palestinians-in-gaza-1.500534239 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/wiaz146c/70n03k511ka1r2vpn.jpg Humaid Air Bridge delivers food parcels to more than 150,000 Palestinians Gulf News en 2026-05-08T23:59:46.366+04:00 'Humaid Air Bridge' campaign delivers over 600 tonnes of humanitarian aid to Palestinians in Gaza Government https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/kuwait/kuwaiti-fugitive-caught-in-dubai-after-years-on-the-run-1.500534280 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/irz40w1r/Accused The arrest was carried out through close cooperation between the two countries’ criminal investigation authorities, including direct coordination between the Kuwaiti branch of Interpol and its Emirati counterpart. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T22:56:20.464+04:00 Kuwaiti fugitive caught in Dubai after years on the run Kuwait, crime, Dubai, Kuwait https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/how-esquire-knit-composite-evolves-into-full-service-knitwear-powerhouse-1.500534263 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/cq3my8ye/MD-Ehsanul-Habib-Managing-Director-Esquire-Knit-Composite.jpg MD. Ehsanul Habib, Managing Director - Esquire Knit Composite Gulf News en 2026-05-08T22:31:33.284+04:00 How Esquire Knit Composite evolves into full-service knitwear powerhouse GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/bangladesh-has-a-new-king-of-captains-shanto-hits-record-5th-test-century-1.500534257 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/okcipto9/Shanto Najmul Hossain Shanto has created history https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/okcipto9/Shanto Najmul Hossain Shanto has created history Gulf News en 2026-05-08T22:25:12.628+04:00 Bangladesh has a new king of captains: Shanto hits record 5th test century Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/uae/crime/woman-detained-at-uae-airport-over-fake-handbag-comment-1.500534224 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-01-20/wrjg9i62/_1x_1.jpg Ajman Police warn over risks of social media comments. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-12/e0pbna0b/AI.jpg Ajman Police warn over risks of social media comments Gulf News en 2026-05-08T22:22:20.544+04:00 Woman detained at UAE airport over ‘fake handbag’ comment on Instagram Crime, crime, Ajman, cybercrime https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/bangladesh-thai-aluminium-plc-reinvents-brand-diversifies-into-new-markets-1.500534258 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/6p3xdb4z/Rubina-Hamid-Chairperson-Bangladesh-Thai-Aluminum-PLC.jpg Rubina Hamid, Chairperson, Bangladesh Thai Aluminum PLC Gulf News en 2026-05-08T22:17:38.950+04:00 Bangladesh Thai Aluminium PLC reinvents brand, diversifies into new markets GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/trump-announces-3-day-russia-ukraine-ceasefire-1.500534256 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/nkks41s7/newsml_afp_com_20260508T000000Z_PH_GTY_2275195315.jpeg President Donald Trump delivers remarks during a Mother's Day luncheon in the Rose Garden of the White House on May 08, 2026 in Washington, DC. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T22:11:29.706+04:00 Trump announces 3-day Russia-Ukraine ceasefire Americas, Donald Trump, Ukraine, Russia https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/banglamark-group-powers-bangladesh-growth-with-global-partnerships-and-uae-investment-1.500534249 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/8bsp7s51/Rob-Steven-Founder-and-Managing-Director-of-Banglamark-Group.jpg Rob Steven, Founder and Managing Director of Banglamark Group https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/y0pfcpb6/Banglamark.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T22:09:43.976+04:00 Banglamark Group powers Bangladesh growth with global partnerships and UAE investment GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/emotional-hyun-bin-thanks-son-ye-jin-and-beloved-son-after-best-actor-win-for-made-in-korea-i-love-you-1.500534243 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/fpzm9ojo/Hyun_Bin_and_Son_Ye_jin_17fdea96c1e_original_ratio.jpeg South Korean actors Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin got married in 2022. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T22:06:08.613+04:00 Emotional Hyun Bin thanks Son Ye-Jin and ‘beloved’ son after Best Actor win for Made in Korea: ‘I love you’ Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/smart-group-of-industries-building-bangladeshs-diversified-powerhouse-1.500534242 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/l0swhp47/Mostafizur-Rahman.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/64lvb1ak/Smart-Group-of-Industries.jpg Smart Group of Industries Gulf News en 2026-05-08T21:59:31.868+04:00 Smart Group of Industries: Building Bangladesh’s diversified powerhouse GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/indian-consulate-in-dubai-confirms-sailors-death-at-sea-offers-assistance-1.500534236 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/08/07/RDS-190802-INDIA-FLAG-1565186119725_16c6c5cd82e_large.jpg Consulate seeks details from ship owner, promises priority assistance Gulf News en 2026-05-08T21:54:14.734+04:00 Indian Consulate in Dubai confirms sailor’s death at sea, offers assistance UAE, india, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/friday/easy-family-friendly-recipes-for-busy-weeknights-and-make-ahead-meals-1.500534207 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/ufb22hg5/Freezer-Friendly-Coconut-Chicken-Curry.jpg Freezer-friendly Coconut Chicken Curry https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/ri7awbdk/Three-Ingredient-Lentil-Soup.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/rcch4tnw/One-Handed-Chicken-Hummus-Wraps.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/ej6n5l2s/10-Minute-Energy-Bowl.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/ufb22hg5/Freezer-Friendly-Coconut-Chicken-Curry.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/h0rrl0e5/Hidden-Veg-Pasta-Bake.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/4qpj2dih/Mini-Tacos.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/uwbyp9ha/No-Sugar-Date-Oat-Bars.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/ebn71up4/One-Tray-Roast-Chicken-and-Veg.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/evd0mzhi/Comfort-Khichdi.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/vvejtry6/Two-Ingredient-Chocolate-Mousse.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T21:46:56.623+04:00 Easy family-friendly recipes for busy weeknights and make-ahead meals Friday, Friday https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/baeksang-arts-awards-2026-hyun-bin-and-park-bo-young-win-big-full-winners-list-revealed-1.500534227 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/zoasm2ey/hyunbin.jpg Hyun Bin won for Made in Korea Gulf News en 2026-05-08T21:42:06.668+04:00 Baeksang Arts Awards 2026: Hyun Bin and Park Bo-Young win big, full winners list revealed Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/dubai-to-announce-remote-or-in-person-learning-for-private-schools-on-10-may-1.500534225 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/k7ewlnus/UAEschools Gulf News en 2026-05-08T21:32:57.713+04:00 Dubai to announce remote or in-person learning for private schools on 10 May Education, UAE, Education https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/spain-investigates-suspected-hantavirus-case-linked-to-cruise-ship-outbreak-1.500534201 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/bct7qo6s/202605083780617.jpg Spain tests suspected hantavirus case in Alicante Gulf News en 2026-05-08T21:10:14.499+04:00 Spain investigates suspected hantavirus case linked to cruise ship outbreak Europe, Health, spain https://gulfnews.com/friday/the-city-buzz-your-guide-to-uaes-best-events-4-1.500534188 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/5jie6xmk/Party-Night.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/i3kcfjzm/Greek-nights-rise.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/dutu3ror/Family-Pool.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/6cdhxtn4/Above-Eleven-Dubai.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/l8y2ljic/Celebration-of-theatre.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/6ujuhff2/Friday-finds-await.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/5jie6xmk/Party-Night.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/9zcds4r6/Pets-take-centrestage.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T21:07:03.621+04:00 The City Buzz: Your guide to UAE's best events Friday, Friday https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/education/will-uae-distance-learning-continue-next-week-everything-you-need-to-know-1.500533580 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/0l9fazwf/Studentsengagedindistancelearningandworkingfromhome171548fbf1boriginalratio.jpg Following missile alerts linked to regional tensions involving Iran, the UAE has once again shifted temporarily to distance learning from May 5 to 8. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T20:46:09.297+04:00 Will UAE distance learning continue next week? Everything you need to know Living-Education, Education, UAE schools, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/school-update-uae-to-announce-in-person-or-remote-classes-on-may-10-after-safety-review-1.500534187 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-24/0qf8lbrr/gulfnews2026-04-20poyyqcziWhatsApp-Image-2026-04-20-at-9.31.50-AM.avif Gulf News en 2026-05-08T20:44:10.147+04:00 UAE to announce in-person or remote classes on May 10 after safety review Education, UAE, Education, UAE schools https://gulfnews.com/friday/how-uae-storytellers-use-film-and-digital-media-to-preserve-culture-and-identity-1.500534133 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/mfwza4oz/A-Story-Called-Zain.jpg A still from A Story Called Zain. UAE filmmakers, actors and creative leaders are crafting narratives rooted in the region’s culture and identity while resonating with audiences far beyond. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/dhs78k5l/Meera-Al-Midfaa.jpg Meera Al Midfaa, Actress https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/ye62k3jh/Alwiya-Thani-Casting-Director-and-Filmmaker.jpg Alwiya Thani, Casting Director and Filmmaker. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/cd7onlvk/Nadia-Durry-Head-of-Documentary-and-Unscripted.jpg Nadia Durry, Head of Documentary and Unscripted. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/dkfi2mf4/Talal-Al-Asmani-Head-of-Local-Content.jpg Talal Al Asmani, Head of Local Content. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/b798uual/Mahmoud-Khalil-Head-of-Digital-and-Multimedia.jpg Mahmoud Khalil, Head of Digital and Multimedia https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/6dv2lxix/UAE-FilmsHOBA.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/ss7tng97/Mohammed-AlMaktoum-Development-Executive-Animation.jpg Mohammed AlMaktoum, Development Executive (Animation) https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/voqvae7d/Elie-Boghos-Head-of-Physical-Production.jpg Elie Boghos, Head of Physical Production Gulf News en 2026-05-08T20:42:00.289+04:00 How UAE storytellers use film and digital media to preserve culture and identity Friday, Friday https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/germany-bank-robber-on-the-run-after-hostage-scare-2-1.500534172 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/sho7lsg1/newsml_afp_com_20260508T121910Z_doc_b2a297m.jpeg Police stand in front of a bank, where bank robbers have taken multiple hostages in Sinzig, western Germany on May 8, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T20:28:07.829+04:00 Germany bank robber on the run after hostage scare Europe, crime https://gulfnews.com/uae/emergencies/national-ambulance-showcases-ems-innovations-at-dubai-conference-1.500534124 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/j599smxx/IMG-20260508-WA0185.jpg National Ambulance showcases EMS innovations at Dubai conference https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/izeciwu4/IMG-20260508-WA0186.jpg National Ambulance showcases EMS innovations at Dubai conference Gulf News en 2026-05-08T20:15:04.615+04:00 National Ambulance showcases EMS innovations at Dubai conference emergencies, UAE, Abu dha, Health https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/mansour-bin-zayed-turkish-president-erdogan-discuss-uae-turkey-strategic-ties-and-regional-cooperation-1.500534150 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/qkxwh0wq/9yc03ksy1ka1jtfpn.jpg Talks in Istanbul highlight Comprehensive Economic Partnership and growth Gulf News en 2026-05-08T20:10:33.132+04:00 Mansour bin Zayed, President of Turkey discuss bilateral cooperation Government, UAE, Turkey https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai-officials-clarify-warehouse-fire-behind-viral-smoke-footage-with-no-link-to-regional-events-1.500534114 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/1wrxgspc/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-08-at-7.09.21-PM-1.jpeg Public urged to trust official updates after false claims on Dubai fire https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/y956e41b/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-08-at-7.09.21-PM.jpeg Authorities: Viral smoke videos misleading, blaze confined to Al Khabaisi Gulf News en 2026-05-08T19:48:52.605+04:00 Dubai officials clarify warehouse fire behind viral smoke footage, with no link to regional events UAE, UAE, social media, Dubai, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/friday/the-decluttering-trap-why-letting-go-of-kids-memories-feels-impossible-for-mums-1.500534126 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/j625s9ig/Decluttering.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T19:43:21.887+04:00 The Decluttering Trap: Why letting go of kids’ childhood memories feels impossible for mums Friday, Friday https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-president-receives-ruler-and-crown-prince-of-umm-al-quwain-1.500534072 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/fqbalmoc/22d03kfz1ka1ggipn.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T19:40:38.903+04:00 UAE President receives Ruler and Crown Prince of Umm Al Quwain Government, UAE, Umm Al Qaiwain https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-president-hails-nafis-awardees-stresses-emirati-talent-in-private-sector-1.500534107 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/0lm77swz/1yp03kg41ka1hujpn.jpg UAE President hails Nafis awardees, stresses Emirati talent in private sector Gulf News en 2026-05-08T19:34:37.079+04:00 UAE President receives Nafis delegation and award winners Government, UAE https://gulfnews.com/friday/how-constant-pressure-and-perfectionism-are-reshaping-childhood-1.500534083 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/lpixbufd/Parenting.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/ichpw511/Dr-Saliha-Afridi.jpg Dr Saliha Afridi https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/9e6rd2x6/Ezgi-Firat.jpg Ezgi Firat https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/mo07cp8t/Nashwa-Tantawy.jpg Nashwa Tantawy https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/d8t9abvf/Diana-Matouk.jpg Dr Diana Maatouk https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/roah4qyi/Sneha-John.jpg Dr Sneha John Gulf News en 2026-05-08T19:28:10.593+04:00 How constant pressure and perfectionism are reshaping childhood Friday, Friday https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/vijays-tvk-clears-majority-hurdle-set-to-form-tamil-nadu-government-1.500534081 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/woo1puhe/vijay2.jpg TVK chief Vijay meets Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Arlekar to stake claim to form the government at Lok Bhavan, in Chennai on Friday, May 8, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T19:05:28.781+04:00 Vijay’s TVK clears majority hurdle, set to form Tamil Nadu government India, India-elections, india https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/disney-says-abu-dhabi-theme-park-plans-remain-on-track-despite-war-1.500534067 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-07/xrzz7o6v/Branded20250507HH-CPwitnesses-announcement-of-Disney-Abu-Dhabi5-0-2064-0-0.jpg The Walt Disney Company partners with Miral to launch a world-class resort, marking Disney’s seventh global theme park destination and boosting Abu Dhabi’s status as a major tourism hub. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T18:58:05.958+04:00 Disney says Abu Dhabi theme park plans remain on track despite war economy, Dubai, Disneyland https://gulfnews.com/friday/report-cards-to-partnerships-how-uae-parents-schools-are-redefining-their-roles-1.500534063 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/757pjea4/UAE-Schools.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/1btw0pxp/Vandana-Gandhi.jpg Dr. Vandana Gandhi, British Orchard Nursery https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/kp4o2ioe/Jasmit-Kang.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T18:57:02.490+04:00 Report Cards to Partnerships: How UAE parents, schools are redefining their roles Friday, Friday https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/fujairah-launches-middle-easts-first-ai-number-plate-factory-1.500533901 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/lbj4ae7i/Fujairah-smart-factory-2.jpg Motorists in Fujairah can now print vehicle plates in under three minutes at a 24/7 smart kiosk. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/vjwsa8rc/Fujairah_smart_factory_6.jpg Motorists in Fujairah can now print vehicle plates in under three minutes at a 24/7 smart kiosk. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/q4bnr8wl/Fujairah-smart-factory-7.jpg Motorists in Fujairah can now print vehicle plates in under three minutes at a 24/7 smart kiosk. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/dvivsfjh/Fujairah-smart-factory-5.jpg Motorists in Fujairah can now print vehicle plates in under three minutes at a 24/7 smart kiosk. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/q7nhzc65/Fujairah-smart-factory-3.jpg Motorists in Fujairah can now print vehicle plates in under three minutes at a 24/7 smart kiosk. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T18:56:00.627+04:00 Fujairah launches Middle East’s first AI number plate factory Transport, Fujairah, transport https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/uae-ranked-worlds-leading-adopter-of-artificial-intelligence-in-2026-1.500534040 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/09/23/Stock-Artificial-Intelligence-Jobs_1921d8bf662_large.jpg AI usage among the working-age population in the UAE has reached 70.1%, according to the latest Microsoft report. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T18:48:50.691+04:00 UAE ranked world’s leading adopter of artificial intelligence in 2026 people, Business, Technology https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/presidents-of-uae-and-finland-discuss-bilateral-ties-and-regional-developments-1.500534038 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/05/09/UAE-President-His-Highness-Sheikh-Mohamed-bin-Zayed-Al-Nahyan.-_18800fcd8f9_large.jpg President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan Gulf News en 2026-05-08T18:40:37.799+04:00 Presidents of UAE and Finland discuss bilateral ties and regional developments Government https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/uae-austria-energy-ties-grow-as-adnoc-expands-omv-partnership-1.500534045 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/m2bsuwcy/Austria.jpeg Christian Stocker, Chancellor of the Republic of Austria, yesterday visited ADNOC’s Headquarters during his official visit to the UAE. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T18:39:46.223+04:00 UAE, Austria energy ties grow as ADNOC expands OMV partnership Energy, oil https://gulfnews.com/business/maktoum-bin-mohammed-meets-with-ceo-of-cartier-1.500534021 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/83vwdcj5/02-08052026-Hamad-1.jpg Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Finance, meets with Louis Ferla, CEO of Cartier. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T18:28:52.023+04:00 Maktoum bin Mohammed meets with CEO of Cartier Business, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/ipl/ravichandran-ashwin-recalls-early-dhoni-moment-that-left-csk-captain-annoyed-1.500534010 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/09/09/Ravichandran-Ashwin-and-MS-Dhoni_17bca3a00c2_large.jpg Ravichandran Ashwin and MS Dhoni Gulf News en 2026-05-08T18:16:42.359+04:00 Ravichandran Ashwin recalls early Dhoni moment that left CSK captain annoyed IPL, IPL-Chennai https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/ipl/bcci-tightens-ipl-rules-after-security-and-protocol-concerns-1.500533967 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/6qq08nhk/Delhi.jpg Players of Kolkata Knight Riders practise ahead of their IPL 2026 match against Delhi Capitals at Arun Jaitley Stadium, in New Delhi on Thursday. [Illustrative image] Gulf News en 2026-05-08T17:41:20.974+04:00 BCCI tightens IPL rules after security and protocol concerns IPL, IPL-Rajasthan https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/m42-and-mubadala-bios-gmsc-sign-deal-to-strengthen-uae-medical-supply-chains-1.500533871 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/mm70cufj/IMG4994.jpeg GMSC to manage integrated sourcing, logistics and distribution across M42 network Gulf News en 2026-05-08T17:20:29.788+04:00 M42 and Mubadala Bio’s GMSC sign deal to strengthen UAE medical supply chains Health, Health, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-military-says-over-70-ships-blocked-from-entering-or-leaving-iranian-ports-1.500533916 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/d2iqq7ke/HHpKdc-WgAQ9ccO.jpg More than 70 Iranian-linked tankers stranded as Gulf tensions escalate https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/qaqnsdyz/HHy6EqWgAAV5pM.jpg Massive US deployment enforces maritime squeeze on Iran’s oil exports Gulf News en 2026-05-08T17:15:16.431+04:00 US military says over 70 ships blocked from entering or leaving Iranian ports Mena, Donald Trump, iran nuclear programme, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/labaid-cancer-hospital-raising-the-bar-in-bangladeshi-healthcare-1.500533903 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/u5x2rm5q/Labaid-Cancer-Hospital.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/1sv9ifwn/Sakif-Shamim.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T17:05:21.725+04:00 Labaid Cancer Hospital: Raising the bar in Bangladeshi healthcare GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/uae-banks-extend-dh62b-support-to-affected-customers-1.500533892 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/7vck3o9j/Central-Bank According to the figures released, 65,379 customers benefited from the package, including 60,559 individuals, 4,335 small and medium-sized enterprises and 485 large companies. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T17:04:41.600+04:00 UAE banks extend Dh6.2b support to affected customers Banking https://gulfnews.com/uae/safeguard-what-you-have-built-why-every-expat-needs-a-uae-will-today-1.500533358 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/9kvb8pdz/Article-image.png Gulf News en 2026-05-08T16:55:00.000+04:00 Safeguard what you have built: Why every expat needs a UAE will today UAE, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/paragon-groups-next-chapter-from-farm-to-fork-leader-to-global-investment-platform-1.500533884 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/ihk95bex/Moshiur-Rahman.jpg Moshiur Rahman, Managing Director. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T16:54:21.020+04:00 Paragon Group’s Next Chapter: From farm-to-fork leader to global investment platform GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-warns-against-unlicensed-domestic-worker-agencies-1.500533859 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/rztlrnlo/MoHRE-Hiring The ministry urged employers to work only with licensed and approved domestic worker recruitment offices operating in the UAE, stressing that official agencies are listed on the ministry’s website. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T16:51:13.701+04:00 UAE warns against unlicensed domestic worker agencies UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-get-your-car-plate-printed-in-under-3-minutes-in-fujairah-1.500533729 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/txfj3vyt/Plate-printer Under the new service, customers first submit their request digitally before receiving a QR code linked to their application. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T16:42:22.021+04:00 UAE: Get your car plate printed in under 3 minutes in Fujairah UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uae-travel-update-where-travellers-are-flying-for-eid-al-adha-summer-break-1.500533868 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-06/1q8wxklj/Dubaiairport The mood across the travel sector this week could best be described as careful optimism. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-08-02/fxuinix5/etihad.jpg Etihad keeps planes packed while growing capacity. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T16:40:00.549+04:00 UAE travel update: Where travellers are flying for Eid Al Adha, summer break Aviation, Travel, UAE Travel, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/meghna-group-of-industries-driving-bangladeshi-industry-1.500533865 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/c64141ic/Mostafa-Kamal-Chairman-and-Managing-Director-of-MGI.jpg Mostafa Kamal, Chairman and Managing Director of MGI. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T16:37:16.515+04:00 Meghna Group of Industries: Driving Bangladeshi industry GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/cannes-2026-shines-a-light-on-arab-filmmakers-and-powerful-new-cinema-1.500533844 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/56e6ph1y/yesterday.webp Selected for Un Certain Regard is Palestinian filmmaker Rakan Mayasi with Yesterday the Eye Didn’t Sleep Gulf News en 2026-05-08T16:34:31.096+04:00 Cannes 2026 shines a light on Arab filmmakers and powerful new cinema Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/friday/air-maniax-opens-new-indoor-adventure-park-at-first-avenue-mall-in-motor-city-1.500533829 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/o0voes3g/Air-Maniax.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/k8qha421/Air-Maniax2.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T16:19:19.854+04:00 Air Maniax opens new indoor adventure Park at First Avenue Mall in Motor City Friday, Friday https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/dubai-airports-red-carpet-smart-corridor-wins-global-innovation-award-1.500533742 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/wcz4ggah/IMG-20260508-WA0096.jpg GDRFA Dubai’s “Red Carpet” wins global innovation award for smart travel system https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-04/ida0xyfp/STAFFNAT_250904_Dubai_Airport_VSAKLANI_111756977353851.jpg Passengers using 'Red Carpet' smart corridor at the Dubai International Airport Terminal-3. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/8azmh498/IMG-20260505-WA0141.jpg Lieutenant General Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri, Director General of the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/dlinrrms/IMG-20260508-WA0095.jpg Brigadier Abdul Samad Hussein Al Blooshi, Assistant Director General for the Pioneering and Future Affairs Sector https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/2ccmt4px/IMG-20260508-WA0094.jpg Lieutenant Colonel Salem Mohammed bin Ali, Deputy Assistant Director General for Pioneering and Future Affairs Gulf News en 2026-05-08T16:09:50.671+04:00 Dubai airport’s ‘Red Carpet’ smart corridor wins global innovation award Aviation, Travel, people, Dubai Airport, Dubai Airports, Dubai travel, GDRFA, travel https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/india-at-cannes-2026-bollywood-glamour-meets-the-rise-of-regional-cinema-on-the-french-riviera-1.500533802 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/uo70rnu0/newsml_afp_com_20170520T184359Z_doc_on7nd.jpeg Aishwarya Rai Bachchan https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-02/obj3s9i3/202603023693272.jpg Tara Sutaria https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-16/d7v1dddq/ANI_20251116121037.jpg Aditi Rao Hydari https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-20/sqawuavh/Chidambaram__18e1426f05e_original_ratio.jpg Chidambaram, writer and director of 'Manjummel Boys' Gulf News en 2026-05-08T16:06:08.456+04:00 India at Cannes 2026: Bollywood glamour meets the rise of regional cinema on the French Riviera Entertainment, India, BollyWood, bollywood https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/bengal-reset-bjp-names-suvendu-adhikari-chief-minister-1.500533786 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/9qf5090u/suvendu.jpg Union Home Minister Amit Shah receives a warm welcome from BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari upon his arrival, in Kolkata on Friday, May 8, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T15:51:38.195+04:00 Bengal reset: BJP names Suvendu Adhikari chief minister India, West Bengal https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/tristar-group-sustainability-report-highlights-decarbonisation-and-social-impact-1.500533773 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/0wrjp6wn/Tristar.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T15:47:01.421+04:00 Tristar Group Sustainability Report highlights decarbonisation and social impact GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/friday/parenting-on-the-go-how-next-gen-strollers-are-built-for-real-life-families-1.500533738 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/zyg0t8k3/TaupeBlackFrame.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/8t59fozy/Karishma-Rajput.jpg Karishma Rajput, Stokke Middle East https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/bzf5xsd7/Ali-Duhmy.jpg Ali Duhmy, UPPAbaby Middle East Gulf News en 2026-05-08T15:44:38.124+04:00 Parenting On-the-Go: How next-gen strollers are built for real-life families Friday, Friday https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/gulf-news-edufair-uae-and-global-universities-showcase-future-ready-courses-1.500533735 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/up7sajfu/NAT-250510-Edufair-Day-2-Students-VSAKLANI-3.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/lu6q535k/UoBD_YM_1.jpg Professor Yusra Mouzughi, Provost, University of Birmingham Dubai https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/hhom980l/ProfessorCedwyn_Square.jpg Professor Cedwyn Fernandes, Pro-Vice Chancellor Middlesex University, Director Middlesex University Dubai https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/5g4py3xo/RIT.jpg Hameed Al-Obaidi, Student Enrollment Manager at RIT Dubai https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/d1w1zntj/Dr_Anita_Patankar_.jpeg Dr Anita Patankar, Executive Director, Symbiosis Dubai https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/l79cuq6v/Amro___Photo.jpeg Amro Mohamed, Outreach & Marketing Manager, GBS Dubai https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/2o3s88p3/PHOTO_2026_05_06_12_08_46.jpg Humera Khan, Founder & CEO, Pinnacle Innovation & Education Gulf News en 2026-05-08T15:41:40.430+04:00 Gulf News Edufair: UAE and global universities showcase future ready courses Education, Edufair https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-intercepts-2-ballistic-missiles-and-3-drones-from-iran-today-1.500533745 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-26/u6ccc9nw/UAEflag.jpeg Defence Ministry reaffirms readiness to protect national security and stability. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/hnd4gjra/New.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T15:24:55.838+04:00 UAE intercepts 2 ballistic missiles and 3 drones from Iran today; 3 injured Government, Iran, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/home-and-kitchen/10-best-trending-products-to-help-you-stay-cool-this-summer-in-the-uae-2026-1.500529531 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-16/o449913b/shutterstock2651453783.jpg So, if you’re commuting, working outdoors, or simply trying to keep your home comfortable, these clever ideas are changing the way we handle the heat. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T15:12:52.560+04:00 10 best trending products to help you stay cool this summer in the UAE 2026 BestBuys-Home-and-Kitchen https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/trust-gulf-news-best-buys-codes-for-exclusive-deals-in-the-uae-1.500517984 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-24/8ud2r9g0/Discounts-hero-image-2X.png Gulf News en 2026-05-08T15:10:41.119+04:00 Trust Gulf News’ Best Buys codes for exclusive deals in the UAE Best-Buys, UAE https://gulfnews.com/friday/quiet-health-crisis-daily-screen-habits-and-routines-reshaping-childrens-bodies-and-minds-1.500533698 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/fecp9dq7/Wellbeing2.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/3c4arbn9/Dr-Vijay-Acharya.jpg Dr Vijay Acharya https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/o05szjq1/Dr-Mohammed-Faizal-P.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/95nekyta/Wellbeing.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/vc5f2ztl/DRJAIKUMAR.jpg Dr Jai Kumar Gulf News en 2026-05-08T15:09:31.591+04:00 Quiet Health Crisis: Daily screen habits and routines reshaping children’s bodies and minds Friday, Friday-Wellbeing, Friday https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/starmer-says-he-wont-quit-after-local-elections-deliver-losses-for-labour-1.500533727 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/oiywcmvo/newsml_afp_com_20260508T075936Z_doc_b2928zm.jpeg Reform UK leader Nigel Farage reacts in front of Reform UK members outside Havering Town Hall a day after local elections in east London on May 8, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T15:06:21.968+04:00 Starmer says he won’t quit after local elections deliver losses for Labour Europe, UK https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi-introduces-premium-food-mark-to-boost-food-quality-1.500533692 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/koj36954/IMG4997.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T15:00:09.879+04:00 Abu Dhabi introduces Premium Food Mark to boost food quality UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/sharjah-police-brings-mobile-licensing-services-to-al-hamriyah-1.500533670 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/q1qzyr33/mobile-licensing-initiative-in-Al-Hamriyah Sharjah Police offer mobile licensing and traffic services in Al Hamriyah. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/2hrnibru/mobile-licensing-initiative-in-Al-Hamriyah Sharjah Police offer mobile licensing and traffic services in Al Hamriyah. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T14:53:09.321+04:00 Sharjah Police brings mobile licensing services to Al Hamriyah Transport, Sharjah, transport, Sharjah Police https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/oman/oman-launches-dh53b-tourism-complex-in-muscat-hills-1.500533671 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/cdso8jri/Oman-Rawasi The development is expected to combine residential and leisure facilities with hospitality offerings designed to capitalise on the area’s elevated terrain and natural landscape. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T14:34:20.187+04:00 Oman launches Dh5.3b tourism complex in Muscat hills Oman https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/abu-dhabi-bans-delivery-motorcycles-from-key-roads-1.500533661 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/ctqsdrcd/AD-Mobility The restriction will also apply to Sheikh Zayed Street, specifically the stretch running from Sheikh Zayed Bridge to Sheikh Zayed Tunnel. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T14:29:48.854+04:00 Abu Dhabi bans delivery motorcycles from key roads Transport https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/mecca-schools-switch-to-distance-learning-starting-next-week-for-hajj-1.500533638 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/xvmx2zux/Schools-in-Mecca The measure is part of government efforts to improve crowd management and traffic flow during one of the busiest periods of the year in the holy city. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T14:29:01.360+04:00 Mecca schools switch to distance learning starting next week for Hajj Saudi https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/mortal-kombat-2-puts-women-warriors-front-and-centre-as-director-vows-to-rebalance-female-power-1.500533568 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/d4sgl5lh/newsml_afp_com_20251011T000000Z_PH_GTY_2240483307.jpeg Adeline Rudolph in Mortal Kombat 2, out in UAE cinemas now https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-11-25/a5h0weny/mortal-kombat4.webp A still from Mortal Kombat, another combative, intensive battleground. You get to pull all the fighter moves on an opponent for a good minute and knock them out with a brutality dropkick. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-11/ppu5tfbg/newsml_afp_com_20251011T000000Z_PH_GTY_2240483307.jpeg Adeline Rudolph speaks onstage at the "Mortal Kombat II" during New York Comic Con 2025 at The Jacob K. Javits Convention Center on October 11, 2025 in New York City. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-26/j6qzsv0x/newsml_afp_com_20130612T000000Z_PH_GTY_170399042.jpeg Actress Jessica McNamee Gulf News en 2026-05-08T14:27:54.946+04:00 Mortal Kombat 2 puts women warriors front and centre as director vows to ‘rebalance’ female power Entertainment, HollyWood, UAE, UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/bestax-chartered-accountants-prepares-uae-businesses-for-e-invoicing-rollout-1.500533658 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/ptrhz910/Gulf-news-Bestax-Chartered-Accountants-Team-winning-Ifza-Impact-partner-award-at-circle-award.png Gulf News en 2026-05-08T14:19:21.064+04:00 Bestax Chartered Accountants prepares UAE businesses for e-invoicing rollout Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/uae/education/uae-learning-powers-forward-say-heads-of-premier-uae-universities-and-education-institutions-in-lead-up-to-gn-edufair-dubai-2026-1.500533569 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/aox3aj4j/974B01B3-24D1-4504-9C23-8A0F1DADDAC2-GN-Archives.jpg Students attend a past edition of Gulf News Edufair in Dubai https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/gc9o922f/Ajman-Uni-Karim-Seghir-Chancellor-Photo.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/40c4msb2/American_Uni_in_Emirates_Prof__Muthanna.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/0cprwist/American_University_RAK_Prof__Bassam_Alameddine.png https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/gxjmn4w6/Amity_Business_School_Dr__Priyadarshini_Baguant_IMG_20260508_WA0023.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/cmw4njcs/Birmingham_Professor_Yusra_Mouzughi.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/vogopqg3/Canadian_Uni_Dr_Rami_Headshot.JPG https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/sm5oqmjk/Curtin_Uni_Prof_Ammar_Kaka.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/orb6k1o0/De-Montfort-University-Dubai-Simon-Bradbury.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/uyqhdnqg/DeMont_Uni___Hanil.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/gn7w3vji/Gulf_Medical_University_Prof__Manda_chancellor_gmu.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/2uspblma/Heriot_Watt_Uni_Professor_Lynne_Jack.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/q4lo6h6a/Jaipur_National_University_RAK_Aishwarya_Bakshi_Official.JPG https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/axh1eo3n/Manipal_Academy_Dr__S_Sudhindra.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/wt1subuh/Uni_of_West_London_Sajesh_Nambiar_WhatsApp_Image_2026_03_30_at_09_48_09.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/e2j9mh76/RAK_Medical___Health_Sciences_University_Amr_Sarhan_1756856206017.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/cik1x0qm/S_P_Jain_School_of_Global_Management_Dubai_Dr_Kavita.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/a10vcqll/Symbiosis_Dubai_Dr_Anita_Patankar.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/s1aopi68/University_of_Greater_Manchester_RAK_Raj_Nambiar.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/8cgbjxbi/ACCA_Tariro_Masukume_Photograph.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/9r560hna/Phoenix_Financial_Training_Sanjay.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T14:15:29.489+04:00 UAE learning powers forward, say heads of premier UAE universities and education institutions, in lead-up to GN Edufair Dubai 2026 Education, Edufair https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/im-a-millionaire-in-dubai-south-african-expat-wins-dh5m-in-uae-lottery-plans-to-invest-in-familys-future-1.500533637 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/76xewtm7/TUAELPR5M2.jpg 39-year-old South African expat Branden Tekram https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/2pqpwak6/TUAELPR5M.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T14:10:22.346+04:00 ‘I’m a millionaire in Dubai’: South African expat wins Dh5m in UAE Lottery, plans to invest in family’s future people, The UAE Lottery https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/federal-court-rules-against-trumps-new-global-tariffs-1.500533648 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-21/1xkjg4x7/newsml_afp_com_20260220T000000Z_PH_GTY_2262154148.jpeg President Donald Trump answers questions during a press briefing held at the White House February 20, 2026 in Washington, DC. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T14:08:12.428+04:00 Federal court rules against Trump's new global tariffs Americas, economy, Trump tariffs https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/8-must-try-treats-inspired-by-sheikh-hamdans-flame-tree-initiative-1.500533615 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/hayabzhn/unnamed.jpg From floral Bellinis to limited gelato, experience the taste of the Flame Tree season. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T14:06:41.215+04:00 8 Must-try treats inspired by Sheikh Hamdan’s flame tree Initiative Lifestyle, Food, UAE, UAE, Dubai, lifestyle, Food https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/watch-how-wrong-use-of-e-scooters-could-lead-to-serious-accidents-1.500533622 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/bpotc126/Abu-Dhabi-police Abu Dhabi Police stressed the importance of using electric scooters only in designated and safe lanes, while avoiding public roads and areas heavily congested with vehicles. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T13:50:48.067+04:00 Watch how wrong use of e-scooters could lead to serious accidents Transport https://gulfnews.com/opinion/classrooms-may-close-but-learning-never-stops-1.500532601 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/7sinbdj7/gulfnews2025-04-14b461bkzjLeadNAT-240517-Edufair-Crowd-VSAKLANI-4.avif High schools students exploring courses at Edufair 2024 Gulf News en 2026-05-08T13:30:37.747+04:00 Why learning can never stop, even when the school doors close Opinion, Education, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/our-precious-mothers-friday-sermon-highlights-importance-of-mothers-in-islam-1.500533597 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-06/ml2wwzd2/STAFFNAT_250606_Eid_Prayer_Dubai_VSAKLANI_61749177966953.jpg Khutbah ‘Our Precious Mothers’ urges believers to honour parents, stressing mother’s elevated status and reward for kindness. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T13:21:18.265+04:00 ‘Our precious mothers’: Friday sermon highlights importance of mothers in Islam people https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/bangladeshs-legal-reset-new-reforms-build-a-rules-based-economy-for-investors-1.500533589 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/1ybr6co6/Mohammed-Forrukh-Rahman.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T13:14:20.842+04:00 Bangladesh’s Legal Reset: New reforms build a rules-based economy for investors GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/archer-inches-closer-to-flying-air-taxis-in-abu-dhabi-with-new-uae-certification-1.500533561 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/5jjwsrj7/Archer-Midnight-Aircraft.jpg.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T13:04:38.708+04:00 Archer inches closer to flying air taxis in Abu Dhabi with new UAE certification Aviation, Dubai Airports https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/david-attenborough-turns-100-8-surprising-facts-about-his-life-1.500533472 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/07/01/190701-David-Attenborough_16bada9c6c7_large.jpg David Attenborough https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2014/8/25/1_16a0824468b.1376163_1699931138_16a0824468b_large.jpg British film maker Richard Attenborough gesturing during the presentation of his film 'Closing the ring' Gulf News en 2026-05-08T13:04:06.654+04:00 David Attenborough turns 100: 8 surprising facts about his life Entertainment, Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/neetu-kapoor-recalls-brutal-trolling-for-resuming-work-after-rishi-kapoors-death-had-to-numb-my-head-to-sleep-1.500533576 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/dtg5deok/Rishi_Kapoor_1721c77df64_original_ratio.JPG Rishi Kapoor died in 2020. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T13:02:12.557+04:00 Neetu Kapoor recalls brutal trolling for resuming work after Rishi Kapoor’s death: 'Had to numb my head to sleep' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/penta-global-ltd-advancing-ai-powered-bim-and-ict-automation-1.500533563 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/12hi8w5k/Shaheen-Alamgir-and-Mohammad-Faysal-Zaman.jpg Shaheen Alamgir and Mohammad Faysal Zaman, Chairman & Founder and Co-Founder & Managing Director of Penta Global Ltd. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T13:01:53.773+04:00 Penta Global LTD: Advancing AI-powered BIM and ICT automation GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-highlights-advanced-labour-model-at-un-migration-forum-in-new-york-1.500533380 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/sxg05mf9/6xo03kqo1ka0r6opo.jpg UAE delegation stressed balanced approach to labour mobility, rights protection and global partnerships. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T12:57:35.198+04:00 UAE highlights advanced labour model at UN migration forum in New York Government https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/dubai-restaurant-week-extended-to-may-31-with-100-restaurants-1.500533565 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/08/09/Dubai-Restaurant-Week_17b2b044f82_large.jpg Dubai Restaurant Week 2026 runs longer with curated menus across Dubai’s dining scene Gulf News en 2026-05-08T12:56:36.391+04:00 Dubai Restaurant Week extended to May 31 with 100+ restaurants Lifestyle, Food, UAE, Dubai, lifestyle, Food https://gulfnews.com/sport/real-madrid-in-chaos-mbappé-sale-petition-squad-fights-more-1.500533487 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/hsnl4a03/madrid.png It's all kicking off in the Spanish capital https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/tms6p8x6/Barcelona.jpg Barcelona look set to win La Liga in legendary El Clasico https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/99sdkw25/preview.jpg Real Madrid's Federico Valverde was treated at hospital following the fight https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-02-25/sf0zm3wh/newsml_afp_com_20260225T202019Z_doc_98xy4wc.jpeg Aurelien Tchouameni put in a tough challenge which led to the fight https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-27/toebng02/202604273766887.jpg A large number of Real Madrid fans want Kylian Mbappe out the club Gulf News en 2026-05-08T12:53:03.542+04:00 Real Madrid in Chaos: Mbappé Sale Petition, Squad Fights & More Sport, Football, Real Madrid https://gulfnews.com/uae/no-extortion-uae-rejects-irans-transit-fees-in-strait-of-hormuz-1.500533540 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/ij3zmoqy/Mohamed-Abushahab Speaking during a media briefing in New York on a joint Gulf-US draft resolution at the UN concerning the Strait of Hormuz, Mohamed Abushahab said the UAE opposed the imposition of any charges on ships transiting the strait. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T12:44:19.068+04:00 No extortion: UAE rejects Iran's transit fees in Strait of Hormuz UAE https://gulfnews.com/friday/lifetstyle/why-managing-parental-stress-is-key-to-childrens-mental-health-1.500533551 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/fzyckq4c/FRI260408PCDzney.jpg Dzeny’s mission is to help create a mentally healthy society where every child can grow up feeling safe, supported, and emotionally secure Gulf News en 2026-05-08T12:43:28.820+04:00 Why managing parental stress is key to children’s mental health Friday-Lifetstyle, Friday https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/economic-reform-bangladesh-targeting-a-trillion-dollar-economy-1.500533541 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/ouuzl4m4/Amir-Khosru-Mahmud-Chowdhury.jpg Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/4021q9bb/The-National-Parliament-of-Bangladesh.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T12:41:20.045+04:00 Economic Reform: Bangladesh targeting a trillion-dollar economy GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/national-defence-college-hailed-for-shaping-uaes-future-security-leaders-1.500533453 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/6jckdf87/Abdullah.jpg Sheikh Abdullah commended institution’s role in strengthening UAE defence capabilities and preparing national cadres for future challenges. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T12:39:46.319+04:00 National Defence College hailed for shaping UAE’s future security leaders Government https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/adn-group-transforming-bangladeshs-connectivity-1.500533526 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/n5daqfzx/ADN-Group.jpg ADN Group https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/p2hl9rsr/Asif-Mahmood.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T12:22:38.296+04:00 ADN Group: Transforming Bangladesh's connectivity GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/uae-issues-15-health-measures-for-pilgrims-ahead-of-hajj-1.500533477 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/sk5ubfez/Hajj UAE issues 15 health measures for pilgrims ahead of Hajj Gulf News en 2026-05-08T12:17:21.489+04:00 UAE issues 15 health measures for pilgrims ahead of Hajj Health, Government https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/oil-prices-stay-above-100-after-hormuz-clashes-keep-fuel-cost-fears-alive-1.500533511 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-21/y0qru1j2/oil-discovery.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T12:16:50.637+04:00 Oil prices stay above $100 after Hormuz clashes keep fuel cost fears alive Energy, oil price https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/bangladesh-opens-doors-to-investors-as-tarique-rahman-drives-pro-business-reforms-1.500533504 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/ujtrokv2/Tariq-Rahman.jpg Tarique Rahman, Bangladesh Prime Minister https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/r47ro3c8/Bangladesh-Skyline.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T12:11:21.244+04:00 Bangladesh opens doors to investors as Tarique Rahman drives pro-business reforms GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/abu-dhabi-positions-itself-as-global-living-lab-for-ai-healthcare-1.500533495 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/9si0c02o/DoH.jpg Mansoor Ibrahim Al Mansoori, Chairman of the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/10/23/artificial-intelligence--AI-_192b7a86014_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T12:00:33.533+04:00 Abu Dhabi positions itself as global ‘living lab’ for AI healthcare Health, Abu Dhabi https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/how-bangladesh-government-drives-reforms-to-attract-global-and-uae-investment-1.500533457 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/hlmmc67t/Bangladesh-Lead.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T11:55:15.286+04:00 How Bangladesh government drives reforms to attract global and UAE investment GN Focus, GN Focus https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/philippines-war-on-text-blasters-ex-pogo-phishers-peddle-scam-machines-that-hijack-your-phone-1.500533438 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/erqzihud/Screenshot-2026-05-08-at-3.35.28-PM.png A scene of a Philippine police raid on a text scam hub in Subic, Zambales. File photo taken on September 4, 2024. Philippine police has ramped up its drive against illegal text blasters from shuttered offshore gaming ops, sold guerrilla-style online. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/1hokau3r/Text-blasters.jpg TEXT BLASTER MACHINES: In the Philippines, these text blaster machine (or SMS blaster) are illegal radio devices that mimics cell towers to send thousands of messages directly to mobile phones within a 2km range without using a network provider. Often sold illegally via social media for "phishing" or political "spam", these devices are now targeted by authorities for violating data privacy and radio control laws. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/1hokau3r/Text-blasters.jpg TEXT BLASTER MACHINES: In the Philippines, these text blaster machine (or SMS blaster) are illegal radio devices that mimics cell towers to send thousands of messages directly to mobile phones within a 2km range without using a network provider. Often sold illegally via social media for "phishing" or political "spam", these devices are now targeted by authorities for violating data privacy and radio control laws. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/08/02/Pogo-workers_1911289491a_large.jpg File photo taken on June 26, 2023 shows some of the rescued workers of various nationalities allegedly forced to work at an illegal Philippine offshore gaming operator (POGO) hub in Las Piñas City, a suburb of Manila. Authorities urged the public to report illegal foreign workers who have gone into hiding following a government order to shutter all POGOs in the country. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T11:52:15.936+04:00 Philippines: War on 'text blasters' — ex-POGO phishers peddle scam machines that hijack your phone Philippines https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/uks-labour-suffers-early-losses-in-crunch-local-polls-1.500533481 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/p8ge8cs2/preview.jpg Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer and wife Victoria arrive at a polling station in central London, Thursday, May 7, 2026 to cast their votes in the local elections. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T11:48:53.738+04:00 UK’s Labour suffers early losses in crunch local polls Europe, UK https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/BestBuys-lifestyle/7-best-perfumes-and-aftershaves-for-men-to-stay-fresh-in-uae-summers-2026-1.500533432 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-05-15/nufjholt/shutterstock2105546834.jpg From crisp citrus bursts and aquatic coolers to smooth woody blends and soothing post-shave balms, each pick is chosen to keep you smelling clean and composed even when temperatures rise. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T11:46:04.753+04:00 7 best perfumes and aftershaves for men to stay fresh in UAE summers, 2026 BestBuys-Lifestyle https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/partial-closure-announced-on-arabian-gulf-street-in-abu-dhabi-1.500533463 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/k5mou345/AD-mobility The closure affects the left lane heading towards Abu Dhabi on Arabian Gulf Street (E20). Gulf News en 2026-05-08T11:37:34.471+04:00 Partial closure announced on Arabian Gulf Street in Abu Dhabi Transport https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/look-emirates-unveils-striking-new-uae-flag-livery-on-its-airbus-a380-superjumbo-1.500533448 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/wy8eboty/ek-uae-flag-decal-a380-2.jpg The special flag livery is one of many that have marked special national events and commemorations in the UAE. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T11:33:59.984+04:00 Look: Emirates unveils striking new UAE flag livery on its Airbus A380 superjumbo Aviation, Emirates airline, Aviation https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-proved-strong-readiness-and-cohesion-during-crises-anwar-gargash-1.500533451 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/njcur7l4/Gargash Dr Gargash said the UAE, through its leadership, vision and balanced approach, had consolidated its position as an influential and constructive player regionally and globally. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T11:33:05.942+04:00 UAE proved strong readiness and cohesion during crises: Anwar Gargash Government https://gulfnews.com/uae/lulu-daily-opens-new-baniyas-west-store-1.500533440 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/k2vltst6/Lulu-image.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T11:25:25.329+04:00 LuLu Daily opens new Baniyas West Store UAE, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/sri-lankan-ex-ceo-linked-to-airbus-bribes-found-dead-2-1.500533443 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/05/05/STOCK-SRI-LANKAN-AIRLINES_187eb2617d9_large.jpg Kapila Chandrasena, the former chief executive of SriLankan Airlines, was found dead at the Colombo home of a relative, said police. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T11:19:05.514+04:00 Sri Lankan ex-CEO linked to Airbus bribes found dead Asia, Aviation, Sri Lanka https://gulfnews.com/technology/instagram-dms-are-changing-today-here-is-what-users-need-to-know-1.500533442 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/11/04/STOCK-instagram_192f7a73525_large.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/11/20/stock-instagram-generic_175e6cc7cda_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T11:18:15.647+04:00 Instagram DMs are changing today. Here is what users need to know Technology, Business, social media https://gulfnews.com/sport/i-wouldnt-pay-says-trump-on-world-cup-tickets-1.500533401 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-13/bwz0nzq0/newsml_afp_com_20251205T000000Z_PH_GTY_2250240291.jpeg President Donald Trump has turned his back on World Cup ticket prices https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-23/ynd6j8vf/preview.jpg FIFA President Gianni Infantino has always backed the prices of World Cup tickets https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/x2ncexet/newsml_afp_com_20260507T221945Z_doc_b28e3fg.jpeg The MetLife Stadium is set to host the World Cup final with ticket prices on resale for over $2 million Gulf News en 2026-05-08T11:16:59.227+04:00 “I wouldn’t pay” says Trump on World Cup tickets Sport, Football, football, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/friday/smart-home-assistant-that-feels-local-personal-and-deeply-familiar-1.500533428 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/1kkhnmvj/Yango-Yasmina.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/zfmqa6t1/Yango-Yasmina2.jpg Built to understand Arabic in all its warmth and variation, Yasmina responds in a tone that feels closer to conversation than command. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T11:09:26.981+04:00 Yango Yasmina: Smart home assistant that feels local, personal and deeply familiar Friday, Friday https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/shaheen-afridi-becomes-first-pakistani-bowler-to-achieve-major-wtc-milestone-1.500533419 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/od2bccui/Pakistans-Shaheen-Afridi Pakistan's Shaheen Afridi has reached another milestone https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/od2bccui/Pakistans-Shaheen-Afridi Pakistan's Shaheen Afridi has reached another milestone Gulf News en 2026-05-08T11:04:12.665+04:00 Shaheen Afridi becomes first Pakistani bowler to achieve major WTC milestone Cricket, cricket https://gulfnews.com/friday/how-tanishqs-0-deduction-gold-exchange-redefines-value-for-uae-customers-1.500533402 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/4wa9xx99/TanishqSachin.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/n00q2h8l/Aditya-Kejriwal-Head-of-Marketing-International-Business.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T10:57:27.715+04:00 How Tanishq’s 0% deduction gold exchange redefines value for UAE customers Friday, Friday https://gulfnews.com/friday/becoming-parents-how-new-parents-rewrite-identity-love-and-everyday-life-1.500533279 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/h3uyvmwr/Parenting.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/r2sw5fsc/Abhishek_Sinha_and_Sangeeta_Dhanak.jpg Abhishek Sinha and Sangeeta Dhanak https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/rjnyniyu/Dimple-Aswani-and-Arjun-Goradia.jpg Dimple Aswani and Arjun Goradia https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/fjecir1l/Emiliana-D’Andrea-and-Daniel-Sarmiento.jpg Emiliana D’Andrea and Daniel Sarmiento https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/0vr3zhnw/Leen-Saleh-and-Tarek-Mortada.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/gihmeem1/Manar-Ali-and-Islam-Mohamed.jpg Manar Ali and Islam Mohamed https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/kkhrpx0e/Ge-Ann-Terana-and-Zouhair-Zayyoun.jpg Ge Ann Terana and Zouhair Zayyoun https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/lu99jn4g/Priyanka_Khare_and_Family.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/fdgvsret/Raj-Dhakan-and-Nida-Ansari.jpg Raj Dhakan and Nida Ansari Gulf News en 2026-05-08T10:50:36.681+04:00 Becoming Parents: How new parents rewrite identity, love and everyday life Friday, Friday https://gulfnews.com/business/corporate-news/ae-coin-and-usdu-to-develop-a-regulated-aedusd-digital-conversion-framework-for-institutional-settlement-in-the-uae-1.500533386 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/7uyhagwc/IMG-20260507-WA0003.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T10:26:29.629+04:00 AE Coin and USDU to develop a regulated AED–USD digital conversion framework for institutional settlement in the UAE Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/friday/local-sip-to-global-story-how-star-became-the-uaes-beloved-taste-of-home-1.500533379 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/ogfq774k/Star.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T10:18:23.437+04:00 Local Sip to Global Story: How STAR became the UAE’s beloved taste of home Friday, Friday https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/sharjah-ruler-inaugurates-dh700m-khor-fakkan-resort-1.500532404 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/adgadwxq/Sultn.jpg Beachfront project features 573 residential units and freehold ownership for all nationalities. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/09s17698/Sultan.jpg Beachfront project features 573 residential units and freehold ownership for all nationalities. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/42gisyr2/Sultan.jpg Waterfront destination offers luxury homes, hotel services and retail outlets. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T10:18:17.419+04:00 Khorfakkan's new Dh700m beachfront resort set to boost tourism Tourism, Government, Sharjah https://gulfnews.com/friday/delivering-the-next-generation-of-out-of-home-advertising-in-dubai-1.500533373 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/h4epm3qk/Hills-Advertising.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T10:10:51.141+04:00 Delivering the next generation of out-of-home advertising in Dubai Friday, Friday https://gulfnews.com/friday/al-khaznah-leathers-signs-key-mous-at-make-it-in-the-emirates-2026-1.500533359 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/nbf0ac96/Al-Khaznah-Leathers.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T10:04:09.662+04:00 Al Khaznah Leathers signs key MoUs at Make It in the Emirates 2026 Friday, Friday https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/blake-lively-pushes-for-damages-despite-justin-baldoni-settlement-why-the-feud-isnt-over-1.500533354 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/5awoat0a/preview.jpg (Photos by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP) Gulf News en 2026-05-08T10:00:51.236+04:00 Blake Lively pushes for damages despite Justin Baldoni settlement: Why the feud isn't over Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/fujairah-confirms-sounds-across-uae-were-successful-interceptions-of-iranian-threats-1.500533342 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/xjwm89hr/Fujairah The National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority urged residents to remain calm, stay in safe locations and follow official channels for updates and instructions. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-23/ulvbrpoy/UAE-flag.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T09:51:49.526+04:00 Fujairah confirms sounds across UAE were successful interceptions of Iranian threats UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/confirmed-iran-military-sites-hit-after-hormuz-attacks-on-3-us-warships-1.500533331 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/o2bhpggu/Screenshot-2026-05-07-at-1.11.13-PM.png An Apache attack helicopter fires a "Hellfire" missile on a target. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/woqjlgl5/Screenshot-2026-05-07-at-2.26.08-PM.png https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-17/k53skcnp/preview.jpg This satellite image from Planet Labs PBC shows fires burning on ships after a U.S. military attack on a port in Bandar Abbas, Iran. File photo taken on March 2, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T09:46:59.307+04:00 Confirmed: Iran military sites hit after Hormuz attacks on 3 US warships Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/sport/shakira-returns-with-new-fifa-world-cup-anthem-dai-dai-1.500533328 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-03/faf898da/newsml_afp_com_20260503T024216Z_doc_a9mt9yw.jpeg Colombian singer Shakira flashes the victory sign during a free concert at Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on May 2, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T09:46:57.408+04:00 Shakira returns with new FIFA World Cup anthem ‘Dai Dai’ Sport, Football, Entertainment, Music, football, Music, FIFA World Cup https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/dubai-taxi-profit-falls-after-march-slowdown-hits-trips-and-airport-demand-1.500533340 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2022/04/07/Dubai-Taxi-RTA_18004b43f53_large.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T09:46:04.072+04:00 Dubai Taxi profit falls after March slowdown hits trips and airport demand Markets, Dubai taxis https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/the-30s-health-wake-up-call-why-more-young-professionals-confront-silent-health-risks-1.500529674 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-16/13rfvklx/Infertility_and_hypertension_resources1_16a085158ef_original_ratio.jpg Health experts recommend that adults in their 30s begin regular screening even in the absence of symptoms https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/9n8jwccf/Dr.-Yogeshwari-Vellore.jpeg Dr. Yogeshwari Vellore, specialist cardiologist at Medcare Royal Speciality Hospital https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/lapuadr3/Dr.-Shyam-Rajamohan.jpeg Dr. Shyam Rajamohan, specialist in internal medicine at Prime Hospital https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/df4rm8ok/Dr.-Sneha-Kuriachan.jpg Dr. Sneha Kuriachan, specialist in internal medicine at Aster Clinic Gulf News en 2026-05-08T09:30:00.000+04:00 The 30s health wake-up call: Why more young professionals confront silent health risks Health, UAE, Health https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/mango-season-hits-different-memories-gut-health-benefits-and-its-place-as-the-king-of-fruits-1.500533282 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/06/22/Cut-Mangoes-_17a33f39c9c_large.jpg Mangoes contain polyphenols, which help reduce inflammation and protect cells from damage, and a notable amount of dietary fibre, approximately 2.6 grams per cup, which supports gut health. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-28/cj7tyqs1/sour_mangoes_17ffe7123d0_original_ratio.jpg Mangoes should be consumed in moderation and part of a balanced diet, since they contain high amounts of natural sugars. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/jrhzqbgj/alsafa.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-07-03/z062hper/lina.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T09:07:11.781+04:00 Mango season hits different: Memories, gut health benefits, and its place as the king of fruits Lifestyle, UAE https://gulfnews.com/your-money/saving-investment/rupee-and-peso-dip-turns-into-a-remittance-boost-for-uae-expats-1.500301712 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-28/4b41s6hy/newsml_afp_com_20250928T133045Z_doc_77287ae.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 2026-05-08T08:55:24.981+04:00 Indian rupee, Pakistani rupee and Philippine peso remain soft, boosting dirham for expats. Remit now? YourMoney-Saving-Investment, Pakistan, Philippines, India, Markets, Pakistan, Indian Rupee, india, Philippines, Philippine peso, UAE remittance https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/dubai-gold-prices-rise-again-with-24k-back-near-this-months-high-1.500533291 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-12-20/ks94k3ed/STOCK_Gold_souq_Dubai___gold___sales_1892ff827ac_original_ratio.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T08:52:31.555+04:00 Dubai gold prices rise again, with 24K back near this month’s high Retail, YourMoney-Saving-Investment, UAE Gold, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/hantavirus-symptoms-spread-treatment-prevention-the-story-so-far-1.500533244 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/ktvzn7bu/hondius-hantavirus.jpg The MV Hondius cruise ship, site of the recent 'Andes' hantavirus strain outbreak. The ship sails Antarctic routes. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/tf9e00ct/Screenshot-2026-05-08-at-12.20.40-PM.png Gulf News en 2026-05-08T08:24:38.663+04:00 Hantavirus: Symptoms, spread, treatment, prevention — the story so far Americas, Africa, World https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/how-bts-and-mexico-wrote-a-new-chapter-in-musical-history-tearful-fans-deafening-sing-alongs-and-army-power-1.500533255 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/zbb6bib2/newsml_afp_com_20260507T002906Z_doc_b23a72w.jpeg Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum looks at South Korean K-pop band BTS as they acknowledge fans from the balcony of the National Palace, at Zocalo square in Mexico City on May 6, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T08:10:15.226+04:00 How BTS and Mexico wrote a new chapter in musical history: Tearful fans, deafening sing-alongs and ARMY power Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/uae/weather/uae-weather-forecast-milder-temperatures-dusty-skies-and-rough-seas-expected-this-weekend-1.500533261 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-10/7mcsw5o3/Sanoj_Saseendran_SharjahBuhuairah_Corniche_pleasant_weather.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T07:59:01.241+04:00 UAE weather forecast: Milder temperatures, dusty skies and rough seas expected this weekend Weather https://gulfnews.com/uae/environment/fujairah-signs-coral-reef-deal-to-protect-marine-ecosystems-1.500533094 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/a26pqqk6/1.jpg Officials sign MoU to support coral reef restoration and marine protection in Fujairah. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/2ebyq7xr/MOO00317-Edit-24.jpg Officials sign MoU to support coral reef restoration and marine protection in Fujairah. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T07:52:15.607+04:00 Fujairah signs coral reef deal to protect marine ecosystems Environment, Fujairah, Environment https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/sharjah-permanently-closes-kalba-medical-fitness-center-1.500533063 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-01/xfhq7vvt/DOCTOR Photo used for illustrative purposes Gulf News en 2026-05-08T07:51:04.829+04:00 Sharjah permanently closes Kalba Medical Fitness Center Health, Sharjah, Health, Visa https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/nmc-royal-hospital-sharjah-unveils-advanced-cath-lab-with-next-gen-imaging-tech-1.500532217 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/ktouws7s/NMC-Shj-Cath-Lab.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T07:15:00.000+04:00 NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah unveils advanced cath lab with next-gen imaging tech Health, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-air-defences-intercept-missiles-and-drones-as-authorities-urge-calm-and-issue-safety-guidance-1.500533240 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-01/8wvot7ld/UAEflag UAE flag Gulf News en 2026-05-08T07:14:59.573+04:00 UAE air defences intercept missiles and drones as authorities urge calm and issue safety guidance Government https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/how-shah-rukh-khan-convinced-saif-ali-khan-for-netflixs-kartavya-ive-had-a-lovely-long-association-with-him-1.500533228 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/wm49jfqr/kalhonaho.webp Saif Ali Khan and Shah Rukh Khan starred in kal Ho Na Ho Gulf News en 2026-05-08T07:07:00.817+04:00 How Shah Rukh Khan convinced Saif Ali Khan for Netflix’s Kartavya: ‘I’ve had a lovely, long association with him' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/why-a-perfume-can-mean-comfort-for-some-and-grief-for-others-uae-experts-explain-how-scent-shapes-memory-1.500532992 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/10/23/perfume-stock_18b5ce649a1_large.jpg Discover the art of layering perfumes that helps you achieve rare scent combinations. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/o58a25a0/diana.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-19/fb56tfxg/Rebecca_Carter_18fedb9bbe9_author.jpg Rebecca Carter, LightHouse Arabia https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/fd1d0wgj/pexels-amol-nakve-2148578663-31621101.jpg When we encounter those scents again, the brain replays the emotional ‘meaning’ attached to them, which can create a sense of comfort or wellbeing.” https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/uvcvien9/olivia.jpeg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/bkpl5z35/ezgi.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T06:39:20.717+04:00 Why a perfume can mean comfort for some and grief for others: UAE experts explain how scent shapes memory Lifestyle, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-fires-on-iranian-tanker-as-trump-warns-tehran-over-war-deal-1.500531896 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-06/owmh5ula/newsml_afp_com_20260506T150956Z_doc_a9zw39e.jpeg The French Navy's Carrier Strike Group that includes the flagship aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle (unseen) and its escort transiting the Suez Canal en route to the southern Red Sea to pre‑position for a possible mission to restore navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/uofncm3y/newsml_afp_com_20260504T164604Z_doc_a9rn2py.jpeg In this picture obtained from Iran's ISNA news agency on May 4, 2026, the Iran-flagged tugboat Basim sails near a ship anchored in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas in southern Iran. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/nrm96pou/Tehran.jpg A woman crosses a street near a billboard on the facade of a building depicting the Strait of Hormuz with a caption in Persian reading 'Forever in Iran’s Hand', at Vanak Square in Tehran on May 6, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-03-07/03jxinwf/emiratesintroducesthirdnon-stopservicebetweenmelbourneanddubaiwithnewlyretrofittedboeing777.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/36nmgems/MBZ.jpg UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan with Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar, in Abu Dhabi. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/nlk49p2i/Lebanon.jpg Smoke rises following Israeli bombardment on the town of Nabatieh in southern Lebanon on May 7, 2026. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T06:34:45.608+04:00 US-Iran talks: Iran creates new agency to control shipping in Strait of Hormuz while reviewing peace deal with US Mena, Iran, us-iran https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-slaps-sanctions-on-iran-linked-oil-smugglers-funding-iraq-attacks-1.500533209 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/4nt3jur3/Ali-Al-Bahadly.jpg Iraq's Deputy Minister of Oil, Ali Maarij Al-Bahadly and several leaders of Iran-aligned armed factions in Iraq, have been sanctioned by the US Treasury Department. Al-Bahadly is accused of abusing his position to "facilitate the diversion of oil to be sold for the benefit of the Iranian regime and its proxy militias in Iraq." https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-08/xungakoy/Bahadly.jpeg Iraq's Deputy Minister of Oil, Ali Maarij Al-Bahadly and several leaders of Iran-aligned armed factions in Iraq, have been sanctioned by the US Treasury Department. Al-Bahadly is accused of abusing his position to "facilitate the diversion of oil to be sold for the benefit of the Iranian regime and its proxy militias in Iraq." https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-10/9zyai2on/newsml_afp_com_20260310T123010Z_doc_a2n48pc.jpeg A mourner reacts as he carries the casket of one of the bodies of members of Iraq's Hashed al-Shaabi, or the Popular Mobilisation Forces (PMF) -- an alliance of factions now integrated into the regular army that also includes powerful Iran-backed groups -- who were killed in reported strikes on Kirkuk, during the funeral in Baghdad on March 10, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/01/05/Members-of-Iraq-s-Popular-Mobilisation-Forces--PMF--paramilitaries-carry-the-bodies-of-two-of-their-slain-comrades-during-their-funeral-at-the-PMF-headquarters-in-Baghdad-on-January-4--2024.--_18cd7c42271_large.jpg Members of Iraq's Popular Mobilisation Forces (PMF) paramilitaries carry the bodies of two of their slain comrades during their funeral at the PMF headquarters in Baghdad on January 4, 2024. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T06:31:04.818+04:00 US slaps sanctions on Iran-linked oil smugglers funding Iraq attacks Mena, Americas https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/gold-buyers-may-get-another-price-dip-before-rally-resumes-1.500532607 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-10-17/xn7tmumg/gold-alo1.jpg Gold surges again as global turmoil fuels safe haven demand. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T06:01:00.000+04:00 Gold buyers may get another price dip before rally resumes Retail, UAE Gold, Dubai gold https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/why-italy-wants-filipino-nurses-major-hiring-push-extends-work-permits-to-2029-1.500533184 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-19/wsp65t2x/Filipino_nurses_183ad9f81ee_original_ratio.jpg Germany has recruited up to 6,000 Filipino nurses in recent years. German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock recently visited Manila to express interest in hiring other skilled Filipino workers. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T05:27:32.443+04:00 Why Italy wants Filipino nurses: Major hiring push extends work permits to 2029 Philippines, Europe https://gulfnews.com/uae/space42-says-thuraya-4-advancing-satellite-communications-into-integrated-operational-platform-1.500533035 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/6mtcectm/mq803jq81ka1qk4po.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T05:14:40.300+04:00 Space42 says Thuraya-4 advancing satellite communications into integrated operational platform UAE, Technology https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/7-filipino-seafarers-injured-in-iran-linked-attack-as-hormuz-shipping-crisis-deepens-1.500533172 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-06/b2ipsym6/202605063777549.jpg Small, high-speed vessels operated by the Iran Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy (IRGCN) are designed for "asymmetric", swarm-style attacks in the Strait of Hormuz and the Arabian Gulf. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T05:03:22.306+04:00 7 Filipino seafarers injured in Iran-linked attack as Hormuz shipping crisis deepens Americas https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-to-train-young-emiratis-as-industrial-storytellers-1.500533070 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/y8a2d1zw/xxn03jqb1ka1tqspo.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T04:53:41.346+04:00 UAE to train young Emiratis as ‘industrial storytellers’ UAE https://gulfnews.com/opinion/op-eds/how-the-uae-built-a-water-system-that-performs-when-it-matters-most-1.500532815 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/5xoc02mg/OPN-desalination-1-Read-Only.jpg The Jebel Ali Power Plant and Desalination Complex in Dubai. The National Water Security Strategy 2036 sets specific targets for emergency storage, network interconnections between water and electricity entities, and distribution capacity designed to function under crisis conditions. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T04:52:00.000+04:00 How the UAE built a water system that performs when it matters most Op-Eds, UAE, UAE, Health https://gulfnews.com/business/adnoc-distribution-announces-strategic-partnerships-at-make-it-in-the-emirates-1.500533046 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/15eyzkfq/z9g03jq51ka1q8gpo.jpeg The strategic agreements at Make it in the Emirates, reinforce the growth of ADNOC Distribution lubricants business and its role in supporting UAE industrial development. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T04:39:53.923+04:00 ADNOC Distribution announces strategic partnerships at 'Make it in the Emirates' Business, Corporate-News https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/c03crhy-abu-dhabi-airports-welcomes-first-direct-cargo-1.500533039 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/51dctisd/sno03jdj1ka1maipo.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2023/08/31/Abu-Dhabi-International-Airport-_18a4b115199_large.jpg Freighter cargo now accounts for 38% of total throughput, up 21% from baseline levels, and is accompanied by a 42% increase in daily freighter movements, demonstrating the agility and strategic readiness of Abu Dhabi’s aviation infrastructure. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/11/11/Al-Ain-International-Airport_17d0edfcfac_large.jpg Al Ain International Airport. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T04:34:17.012+04:00 Abu Dhabi Airports welcomes first direct cargo link to Northern Thailand with K-Mile Air as freighter network hits 36 destinations Aviation https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-pavilion-at-saha-2026-attracts-around-4000-visitors-showcases-ai-advanced-defence-tech-1.500533056 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/yrtqvffe/v5n03jdo1ka1szrpo.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T04:18:21.387+04:00 UAE pavilion at SAHA 2026 attracts around 4,000 visitors, showcases AI, advanced defence tech UAE, Europe, Government https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-president-vps-congratulate-prime-minister-of-antigua-and-barbuda-on-re-election-1.500533025 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/wv68asdj/mv303jq61ka1qf4po.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T04:14:27.703+04:00 UAE President, VPs congratulate Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda on re-election Government, Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/africa/twin-al-qaeda-aligned-attacks-kill-more-than-30-in-mali-1.500532928 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/03/24/190324_Mali_resources1_16a30b3bd09_large.jpg The scene shortly after a violent attack which left at least 134 people dead and dozens more wounded, which according to witnesses was carried out by the ethnic Dogon militia who descended on Ogossogou village, Mali. File photo taken on Saturday March 23, 2019. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T04:05:00.624+04:00 Twin Al-Qaeda aligned attacks kill more than 30 in Mali Africa https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/travelling-from-uae-to-europe-how-new-schengen-system-can-affect-your-next-trip-1.500532740 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-09-24/250jph84/newsml_afp_com_20250924T134237Z_doc_76jb69x.jpeg A person as their passport scanned whilst using an Automated European Union Entry/Exit System (EES) kiosk during a press preview on the rollout of the EU's new Entry-Exit System (EES) at Eurotunnel, south east England on September 23, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T04:04:00.000+04:00 Travelling from UAE to Europe? How new Schengen system can affect your next trip Tourism, Europe, UAE Travel, Schengen visa https://gulfnews.com/business/retail/uae-food-supplies-secure-as-local-farms-step-up-ghitha-ceo-says-1.500529832 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/02/07/Ghitha-s-accomplishment-of-100--revenue-growth-in-2023-showcases-robust-market-expansion-and-operational-excellence_18d82e0a214_medium.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/8prqmv6b/Falal-Ameen-GHITHA.jpg Falal Ameen – CEO, Ghitha Holding Gulf News en 2026-05-08T04:01:00.000+04:00 UAE food supplies secure as local farms step up, Ghitha CEO says Retail, UAE https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/daesh-linked-australian-women-charged-with-keeping-slave-in-syria-1.500533137 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-02/bvkvsh91/preview.jpg A woman walks in the al-Hol camp in northeastern Syria's Hasakeh province, where tens of thousands of mostly women and children linked to the Islamic State group have been living for years. File photo taken on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T03:48:56.860+04:00 Daesh-linked Australian women charged with keeping slave in Syria Mena, Oceania https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/panama-reports-improved-china-relations-following-spat-1.500533134 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/d9emz0kk/Panama_Canal__183cc68d332_original_ratio.jpg The Panama Canal is an artificial 82km waterway in Panama that connects the Atlantic Ocean with the Pacific Ocean and divides North and South America. The canal that cuts across the Isthmus of Panama facilitates maritime trade as it greatly reduces the time for ships to travel between the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T03:46:05.267+04:00 Panama reports improved China relations following spat Americas https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/hackers-block-access-to-platform-used-by-thousands-of-us-schools-1.500533135 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-17/3ru3cojz/Password_17de218b85f_original_ratio.jpg The Canvas learning platform blocked in a cyberattack affecting thousands of US schools. It has been claimed by ShinyHunters, a well-known cyber extortion group active since at least 2019. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T03:44:29.376+04:00 Hackers block access to platform used by thousands of US schools Americas, Technology https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/unprovoked-iranian-attacks-trigger-us-navy-self-defense-strikes-in-hormuz-1.500533148 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/a179tr8b/Screenshot-2026-05-07-at-4.59.50-PM.png An Iranian fast-attack boat near on the Strait of Hormuz. The Iranian regime imposed its Hormuz blockade post-original truce, making attempts to seizing ships, denying "unauthorised" passage to commercial vessels, even as the US Navy imposes its own maritime blockade on Iran, resulting in a "dual blockade" of the Hormuz Strait. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/w2di1h3p/Screenshot_2026_05_07_at_1_12_13_PM.png The A-10 Warthogs, renowned for their ability to fly "low and slow", in combat action: The specialised close air support (CAS) aircraft is designed to protect ground troops by engaging tanks, fast-attack boats, armoured vehicles, and enemy fortifications. Despite ongoing debates about its retirement, it has been extended to remain in service through at least 2030, with recent active deployments in 2026 for operations against Iranian-backed targets in the Middle East. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/mvwgtgfu/Screenshot-2026-05-08-at-7.34.27-AM.png The Statement from the US Central Command, May 8, 2026 Gulf News en 2026-05-08T03:28:55.537+04:00 ‘Unprovoked' Iranian attacks trigger US Navy self-defence strikes in Hormuz Mena https://gulfnews.com/uae/ministry-of-industry-advanced-technology-sinaha-technology-sign-mou-to-accelerate-industry-40-adoption-1.500533077 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/57ssbzz7/h0p03jqe1ka1uezpo.jpeg Gulf News en 2026-05-08T02:41:36.713+04:00 Ministry of Industry & Advanced Technology, Sinaha Technology sign MoU to accelerate Industry 4.0 adoption UAE https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-ministry-of-investment-world-bank-sign-partnership-framework-1.500533013 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/nhwuaah9/e3i03jpz1ka1ojkpo.jpg Mohammad Abdulrahman Alhawi, Undersecretary of the UAE Ministry of Investment, and Boutheina Guermazi, World Bank Director for Strategy and Operations for the Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan and Pakistan (MENAAP) region, signed the partnership agreement, which falls under the framework agreement signed between the World Bank and the UAE Ministry of Finance in 2019. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T02:11:31.996+04:00 UAE Ministry of Investment, World Bank sign partnership framework UAE, Banking https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/some-1500-ships-trapped-in-gulf-due-to-iran-us-conflict-imo-1.500532803 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/3ce7yun0/Screenshot-2026-05-08-at-5.21.44-AM.png Marine traffic around the Strait of Hormuz as of 1.22am May 8, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/5hrrdu7i/newsml_afp_com_20260504T143821Z_doc_a9r98ru.jpeg A photo illustration taken in Nicosia on May 4, 2026, shows a person in front of a large screen displaying vessel movements in the Strait of Hormuz on a ship-tracking website. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-05/5hrrdu7i/newsml_afp_com_20260504T143821Z_doc_a9r98ru.jpeg A photo illustration taken in Nicosia on May 4, 2026, shows a person in front of a large screen displaying vessel movements in the Strait of Hormuz on a ship-tracking website. Gulf News en 2026-05-08T01:25:01.044+04:00 Some 1,500 ships trapped in Gulf due to Iran-US conflict: IMO Mena https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/hantavirus-on-the-rise-in-argentina-where-a-stricken-cruise-ship-began-its-journey-1.500531633 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-06/1ztukkm8/preview.jpg Health workers in protective gear evacuate patients from the MV Hondius cruise ship into an ambulance at a port in Praia, Cape Verde, Wednesday, May 6, 2026. (AP Photo/Misper Apawu) Gulf News en 2026-05-08T01:16:25.854+04:00 Hantavirus on the rise in Argentina, where a stricken cruise ship began its journey argentina hantavirus cruise ship https://gulfnews.com/sport/football/ronaldo-scores-100th-saudi-league-goal-teaches-calma-celebration-to-the-kid-as-felix-hat-trick-seals-vital-al-nassr-win-1.500533093 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/4rgxafzk/Ronaldo-Felix Ronaldo celebrating his 100th Saudi Pro League goal https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/4rgxafzk/Ronaldo-Felix Ronaldo celebrating his 100th Saudi Pro League goal Gulf News en 2026-05-08T00:50:13.685+04:00 Ronaldo scores 100th Saudi league goal, teaches 'Calma' celebration to the kid as Felix hat trick seals vital Al Nassr win Football, Cristiano Ronaldo https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-will-start-revoking-passports-for-thousands-of-parents-who-owe-child-support-ap-1.500533057 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/d6ffkysz/preview.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-07T23:48:54.248+04:00 US will start revoking passports for thousands of parents who owe child support: AP passports unpaid child support penalty state department https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-launches-247-multilingual-hotline-for-pilgrims-1.500533049 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-07/pu06r4d4/preview.jpg Muslim pilgrims pray as they circumambulate the Kaaba, the cubic building at the Grand Mosque, during the minor pilgrimage, known as Umrah, in the Muslim holy city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia. Gulf News en 2026-05-07T23:34:10.472+04:00 Saudi Arabia launches 24/7 multilingual hotline for pilgrims Saudi, Hajj https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-and-france-deepen-strategic-ties-in-landmark-abu-dhabi-talks-1.500532981 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/pnlzbbvj/dkn03j401ka1q07pn.jpg Abu Dhabi dialogue expands ties in energy, aviation, culture and advanced technology. Gulf News en 2026-05-07T22:31:25.849+04:00 UAE and France deepen strategic ties in landmark Abu Dhabi talks Government https://gulfnews.com/technology/consumer-electronics/googles-new-fitbit-has-no-screen-and-thats-the-point-1.500532978 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/xyafmsci/fitbitairhero.width-1600.format-webp.webp Fitbit Air strips away the display, betting on passive tracking and AI health insights. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/8uxozpx9/lavendersleeping_small_width_1000_format_webp.webp Google’s new Fitbit has no screen — and that’s the point https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/sjcvy17r/BandPerformace.width-1000.format-webp.webp https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/qy1iozq1/BandActive.width-1000.format-webp.webp https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/906l2qn0/BandElevated.width-1000.format-webp.webp Gulf News en 2026-05-07T22:10:08.605+04:00 Google’s new Fitbit has no screen — and that’s the point Consumer-Electronics, Retail https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/uae-drivers-with-50-year-clean-records-honoured-by-uaq-police-1.500532963 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/nspne996/uaqpoliceghq0830fa141.jpg Drivers honoured by Umm Al Quwain Police after 50 years of safe driving experience. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/h5zrr2cp/uaqpoliceghq_0830fa14_1.jpg Drivers honoured by Umm Al Quwain Police after 50 years of safe driving experience. Gulf News en 2026-05-07T22:04:45.936+04:00 UAE drivers with 50-year clean records honoured by UAQ Police Transport, traffic fines, UAE traffic fines, transport https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/he-was-teaching-cpr-then-his-students-used-it-to-save-him-1.500532962 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2019/01/27/190227_CPR_in_progress_resources1_16a31077d01_large.jpg What began as a CPR lesson turned into a life-saving rescue inside the classroom. Gulf News en 2026-05-07T21:36:59.875+04:00 He was teaching CPR — then his students used it to save him Americas, Health Fitness https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-and-egyptian-presidents-discuss-fraternal-ties-and-regional-developments-1.500532912 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/47k6ay5c/qmp03jpn1ka1kmipo.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-07T20:53:48.592+04:00 UAE and Egyptian Presidents discuss fraternal ties and regional developments UAE https://gulfnews.com/technology/google-faces-new-uk-lawsuit-over-online-display-ads-1.500532898 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-30/r095cugm/preview.jpg A woman walks by a giant screen displaying the Google logo at an event at the Paris Google Lab on the sidelines of the AI Action Summit in Paris Gulf News en 2026-05-07T20:35:06.814+04:00 Google faces new UK lawsuit over online display ads Technology https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/defying-maritime-law-iran-imposes-new-shipping-rules-in-strait-of-hormuz-1.500532868 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-04/aj460qs2/newsml_afp_com_20260504T164604Z_doc_a9rn2pv.jpeg Vessels are pictured anchored in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas in southern Iran. Analysts warn that even if the war subsides, Tehran may seek to preserve some form of strategic control over the passage. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-03-04/qi7096n8/newsml_afp_com_20260304T132606Z_doc_99wd7en.jpeg A person points at a page on the Marinetraffic website that shows commercial boats traffic on the edge of the Strait of Hormuz near the Iranian coast, in Paris on March 4, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/81eelrhk/pgsa.webp Gulf News en 2026-05-07T20:19:57.336+04:00 Defying maritime law, Iran imposes new shipping rules in Strait of Hormuz Mena, Americas, Gulf, americas, Gulf, US-Israel-Iran war https://gulfnews.com/uae/emergencies/70-firefighters-graduate-dubai-civil-defence-1.500532872 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/6mle9u2z/IMG-20260507-WA0216.jpg 70 new recruits ready to protect lives across Dubai https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/1czqkywh/IMG-20260507-WA0216.jpg 70 new recruits ready to protect lives across Dubai Gulf News en 2026-05-07T20:19:11.401+04:00 70 firefighters graduate Dubai Civil Defence emergencies, UAE, Dubai https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/bahrain/bahrain-parliament-votes-to-drop-membership-of-three-mps-over-iran-related-stance-1.500532849 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-04-06/jcesi1v0/Bahrainflag Bahrain flag Gulf News en 2026-05-07T19:53:07.052+04:00 Bahrain parliament votes to drop membership of three MPs over Iran-related stance Bahrain, Bahrain https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/rak-police-launch-cross-safely-drive-1.500532753 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/jt7xtzar/IMG0079.jpeg Brigadier Jamal Al Tair launches the ‘Cross Safely’ campaign in Ras Al Khaimah https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/gpvcud3i/IMG0082.jpeg Brigadier Jamal Al Tair launches the ‘Cross Safely’ campaign in Ras Al Khaimah. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/y1gr2jg6/IMG0080.jpeg Brigadier Jamal Al Tair launches the ‘Cross Safely’ campaign in Ras Al Khaimah. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/s6yt3tr3/IMG0078.jpeg Brigadier Jamal Al Tair launches the ‘Cross Safely’ campaign in Ras Al Khaimah. Gulf News en 2026-05-07T19:03:46.085+04:00 RAK Police launch ‘Cross Safely’ drive Transport, UAE, crime, Ras Al Khaimah https://gulfnews.com/world/man-arrested-with-weapon-near-ex-prince-andrews-home-uk-police-1.500532781 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2024-11-18/sa3m6x94/WLD_LF_PRINCE_ANDREW_1641473463233_17e2f7153c6_original_ratio.jpg Prince Andrew Gulf News en 2026-05-07T19:01:16.478+04:00 Man arrested 'with weapon' near ex-prince Andrew's home: UK police World https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/jordanian-man-found-alive-in-well-after-missing-for-three-days-1.500532756 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/eg1lg8q0/Ivan-Al-Qaisi.jpeg Young Jordanian man found alive in a well after three days of disappearance Gulf News en 2026-05-07T18:35:43.621+04:00 Jordanian man found alive in well after missing for three days Mena https://gulfnews.com/technology/media/googles-ai-search-is-now-turning-to-reddit-for-answers-1.500532763 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-01-22/1xttmzp4/newsml_afp_com_20260122T144302Z_doc_93n73g3.jpeg The search giant is blending AI summaries with real community advice from forums and blogs. Gulf News en 2026-05-07T18:35:36.624+04:00 Google’s AI search is now turning to Reddit for answers Media https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/hantavirus-outbreak-on-cruise-ship-triggers-global-alert-1.500532762 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/jesgqlfl/preview.jpg The MV Hondius cruise ship departs the port in Praia, Cape Verde, Wednesday, May 6, 2026. https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/tig15yar/Hantavirus.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-07T18:33:54.682+04:00 Hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship triggers global alert Americas, Africa, Europe, Coronavirus, Health https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/mumbai-family-ate-watermelon-forensic-tests-found-rat-poison-1.500532732 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2021/10/12/Stock-crime-police-jailed_17c752f0df8_large.jpg The victims — a couple and their two daughters — died within hours after falling violently ill at their home. Gulf News en 2026-05-07T18:08:55.181+04:00 Mumbai family ate watermelon — forensic tests found rat poison India https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/egyptian-blogger-surrenders-to-police-after-alleged-cancer-scam-raises-millions-1.500532705 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/v6vnnvbw/Egyptian-blogger-Donia-Fouad Donia Fouad is accused of collecting up to 4 million Egyptian pounds through online appeals before surrendering following an investigation. Gulf News en 2026-05-07T18:05:58.396+04:00 Egyptian blogger surrenders to police after alleged cancer scam raises millions Mena, Egypt https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/india-womans-blood-written-clue-leads-police-to-suspect-1.500532704 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2020/02/07/Police-line_1701e40e148_large.jpg Authorities say a dying woman named her attacker in blood, helping crack the case. Gulf News en 2026-05-07T18:01:36.791+04:00 India: Woman’s blood-written clue leads police to suspect India https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabis-hr-law-embeds-high-achieving-culture-across-government-1.500532693 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-06-18/hd1nt3m1/Stock-Emiratis-in-office Gulf News en 2026-05-07T17:53:35.271+04:00 Abu Dhabi’s HR law embeds high-achieving culture across government UAE https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/airasia-orders-150-airbus-a220-jets-in-landmark-aircraft-deal-1.500532631 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/h1tr1rq1/airasia-a220-300.jpg The A220 aircraft will complement AirAsia’s existing Airbus fleet and support the group’s future network growth plans, said Air Asia. Gulf News en 2026-05-07T17:09:44.610+04:00 AirAsia orders 150 Airbus A220 jets in landmark aircraft deal Aviation, Airbus https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/kj-apa-blasts-viral-alter-ego-mr-fantasy-over-image-theft-claims-in-explosive-post-youre-a-liar-and-a-thief-1.500532628 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2025-12-05/y0q4tdzq/newsml_afp_com_20180722T000000Z_PH_GTY_1003502348.jpeg While KJ Apa and Mr Fantasy are known to share a near-identical aesthetic including matching tattoos, the actor has repeatedly denied any real connection in past interviews Gulf News en 2026-05-07T17:07:09.390+04:00 KJ Apa blasts viral alter ego Mr Fantasy over image theft claims: 'You’re a liar and a thief' Entertainment https://gulfnews.com/technology/consumer-electronics/asus-zenbook-a16-a-premium-windows-copilot-pc-that-makes-16-inches-feel-portable-1.500532491 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/f5xdd7bp/Zenbook-A16UX3607Scenario-Photo05.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/9isfvvkd/Zenbook-A16UX3607Scenario-Photo05.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/i4ns68qs/F7248AE6E704934b.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/jte9uim8/Zenbook-A16UX3607Product-photo2DZabriskie-Beige03.jpg https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/2026-05-07/n7iihlg6/Zenbook-A16UX3607Product-photo2DZabriskie-Beige07.jpg Gulf News en 2026-05-07T17:05:31.927+04:00 ASUS Zenbook A16: A premium Windows Copilot+ PC that makes 16 inches feel portable Consumer-Electronics, gn-reach https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/best-amazon-uae-deals-today-top-gaming-monitors-washing-machines-and-luggage-deals-2026-1.500532324 https://gumlet-images.assettype.com/gulfnews/import/2024/01/18/washing-machine_18d1d60c441_large.jpg Save energy, time and money with our front-load washing machine picks on Amazon. Gulf News en 2026-05-07T17:00:00.000+04:00 Best Amazon UAE deals today: Top gaming monitors, washing machines and luggage deals, 2026 Best-Buys